Desks
Hide-A-Beds
Carpeting
Laminate
ARTICLE BY SUZIE WELLS
Three-Peat Success
BYRON-BERGEN/LE ROY GIRLS SWIM TEAM SHINES AGAIN
eByron-Bergen/LeRoy(BBLR)girlsswimteamhasonceagain solidified its dominance in the pool, capturing their third-straight Genesee Region/Niagara Orleans (GRNO) championship title. With an impressive 372 points, BBLR demonstrated its strength by sweeping all three relay events and breaking multiple school records along the way.
Leading the charge, Anna Kent, Rena Wilson, Mikayla Yohon, and Lea Donofrio kicked off the meet with a victory in the Medley Relay, clocking in at 2:03.58. Senior Haylee Gartz set a new school record in the 50 Freestyle with a blazing 25.20 on the first leg of the 200 Freestyle Relay. Along with Yohon, Donofrio, and Kara Valdes, the team also broke the school record for the event with a time of 1:44.98. e 400 Freestyle Relay team— Gartz, Kent, Rose Wilson, and Valdes—secured another victory with a stellar 3:55.48.
Gartz’s outstanding performances earned her the honor of CoSwimmer of the Meet, winning both the 200 Freestyle (2:00.25) and the 100 Freestyle (54.77). Other notable finishes included Yohon’s first-place finish in the 50 Freestyle (26.27) and her second-place finish in the 100 Butterfly (1:06.59), as well as Valdes securing third in both the 50 Freestyle (26.77) and the 500 Freestyle (5:55.56). Kent also delivered a strong performance, placing second in the 100 Backstroke (1:06.58).
Coach Sara Stockwell, reflecting on the team’s remarkable achievements, emphasized the unity between the Byron-Bergen and LeRoy athletes. “Our team has been combined for several years, to the point that Coach Fix always jokes that he doesn’t know which school each kid is from. Once they get to the pool, they are one cohesive team,” Stockwell said. “ e girls team has been a powerhouse in the Genesee Region League for the past five years, winning the league championship meet five times in a row, winning the GRNO meet three years in a row, and not losing a dual meet since January 2021.”
Stockwell takes pride in the team’s dedication, noting that many swimmers balance academics, jobs, and other extracurriculars. “I love seeing these girls succeed because I know how hard they work at school and at practice. It’s so rewarding to see them do so well,” she said. Her advice to aspiring swimmers? “Never let fear decide your fate.”
GIRLS VARSITY SWIM TEAM FROM GRNOS, PHOTO CREDIT JULIE DONOFRIO
For the seniors, this season represents both the culmination of years of hard work and an unforgettable experience of camaraderie and triumph.
e success of the BBLR swim team extends beyond the pool, thanks to the encouragement of their coaches, families, and the greater community. As the team celebrates another record-breaking season, the legacy of their dedication, teamwork, and championship spirit continues to inspire the next generation of BBLR swimmers. With a history of excellence and a culture of perseverance, the future of BBLR swimming shines just as brightly as their latest championship trophy.
SENIOR REFLECTIONS:
KARA VALDES
LeRoy senior Kara Valdes, who has been swimming for four years and plans to study neuroscience in college, values the team dynamic. “As much as swimming is an individual sport and you’re constantly trying to get best times or a first-place finish, I think the best part about a great swim or a great meet is that we get to do it with our teammates,” she shared. One of her favorite memories was winning the GRNO Championships for the first time, seeing their dedication pay off. Valdes advises aspiring swimmers that “with the right mindset, hard work, and dedication, you can accomplish anything, and all the hard work you put in does pay off.”
LEA DONOFRIO
For Byron-Bergen senior Lea Donofrio, the team’s legacy is something truly special. “Not only have we made history and established a dynasty that will be hard for future teams to top, but we’ve also established a family and community surrounded by that championship drive that is even more rare to find,” she said. Having swum for four years, Donofrio credits her coaches with transforming her into a champion swimmer and a better person. Looking ahead, she plans to enlist in the Coast Guard, where her swimming skills will undoubtedly be an asset. To younger swimmers, she encourages perseverance: “Don’t give up because it’s a whole new ballgame once you get on varsity. Just stick with it and enjoy the ride.”
ROSE WILSON
Byron-Bergen senior Rose Wilson also cherishes the impact of team success. “It motivates me to show up every day for practice and put in my best effort,” she said, adding that she has been proud to represent BBLR positively, and the experience has given her both physical and mental strength. A er four years swimming for the varsity team, she will continue her athletic career at Roberts Wesleyan University, running cross country and track while considering a major in nursing. Her advice to younger swimmers? “Try new events—you never know what you could be great at until you try.”
MIKAYLA YOHON
Mikayla Yohon, another Byron-Bergen senior, emphasized personal improvement alongside team achievements. “Team success to me is having a winning season and building our name. However, individual success is about my personal times. I like to challenge myself and set lower goals,” she said. Yohon, who has been on the team since seventh grade, swimming varsity since eighth, holds three relay records and numerous first-place finishes. She plans to attend GCC for nursing and to swim at the collegiate level. “My favorite memories are breaking records, team dinners and breakfasts, our fun practice atmosphere, and all of our meets, especially the HAC invite.” Her advice to future swimmers? “Go to practice! Practice makes perfect.” She also suggests viewing swimming as “a race against yourself and nobody else.”
Share your original stories about local heroes, community events, school achievements, or hidden gems–email your story idea to hometown@gvpennysaver.com!
READ MORE STORIES AT GVPENNYSAVER.COM
Early Birds
$25 each
Served Tuesday through Saturday, and Sunday 4 to 6 p.m.
• Temple Bar Chicken over Pasta
• Prime Rib Shepard's Pie
• 10 Ounce Prime Rib
• Shrimp Alfredo over Pasta
All dinners include fresh garden salad, choice of potato unless pasta specified, homemade rolls, and specialty bread.
To Go Specials
$14 Prime Rib Sandwich, homemade potato wedges, and soup of the day.
$18 Chicken Parmesan over pasta, garden salad, and roll.
$20 Shrimp Scampi over pasta, garden salad, and roll.
$25 10 ounce prime rib, baked potato, garden salad, and roll.
Lenten Fish Friday To Go Only $14
Your choice of broiled, beer battered, Cajun, lemon pepper, or breaded haddock. Served with homemade slaw and French Fries.
Fridays in March
1/2 Price Drinks at the main bar. Excludes bottles of wine and champagne.
March Nightly Dinner Surf and Turf
Special Your Choice $62
16 ounce Guinness Sirloin with mushrooms and crispy onions with a 4 ounce lobster tail.
10 ounce Guinness Grilled Delmonico Steak with mushrooms and crispy onions and a 4 ounce lobster tail.
Follow us on Facebook for great pop up specials!
&sip dine
“CLASSIC COUNTRY”
WXRL / Ramblin’ Lou Tours
Hosted by the Ramblin’ Lou Family
March 26
Sprague’s/Seneca Alleg. Casino w/ $25 bonus & food
April 16 Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame – Cleveland/Golden Corral
April 29-30 (2-day express) NOAH, Lancaster, PA
May 7 Ron & Nancy Onesong – Ellicottville/Vidler’s
May 13-19 Nashville + Memphis (waiting list)
June 10-12 Ohio Amish – Antiquing, great food, show
June 23-26 Mackinac Island-Grand Hotel/Frankenmuth, MI
Jun. 29-Jul. 1 Thousand Islands, Skaneateles, 3 castles, 2 boat rides
July 9 Grand River Luncheon Cruise
Sept. 7-11 Montréal & Québec City
Sept. 22-27 Chattanooga,TN – 3 train rides, riverboat cruise
Oct. 1
Sprague’s – Turkey/Seneca Alleg. Casino w/ $25 bonus & food
Volunteers Needed
GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY
• Crossroads House: Genesee County’s only comfort care home. Please consider lending your time and talents to care for our two residents at end-of-life. Will train! Email: jennshaffer@crossroadshouse.com
• Vincent House: An end-of-life resident care volunteer provides compassionate support, companionship, and comfort to residents in their final months, assisting with personal care needs, administering medication, making light meals, and creating a peaceful, dignified environment. Email: vhvolunteer@frontier.com or call 585-728-2427
• Catholic Charities Tri-County Office: Volunteer to be a friendly in-person visitor, or caller, to an isolated older adult who lives near you, in Genesee or Orleans Counties. Flexibly scheduled visits are 2-4 times/month for approximately one hour. Play games, share hobbies or just converse! Email: lisa.wittmeyer@ccwny.org or call 716-341-6751
• Purple Pony erapeutic Horsemanship: Purple Pony is located in LeRoy. Volunteers help during riding sessions for riders with disabilities. Sidewalkers, leaders and general clean up help is welcomed. Required volunteer training with next training on March 25 and 27th. Go to website purplepony.org
• Begin Again Horse Rescue: We need you! e horses need you! Volunteer in the barn. Volunteer in the tack shop. Volunteer for fundraising. Volunteer once or on a regular schedule. Volunteer on the weekend or during the week. Email: info@beginagainrescue.org
• Tool ri Shop: Volunteer/donation based storefront that provides reuse of tools/hardware. Flexible Volunteer times with variety of roles from Cashier to Tool Preparation, with profits benefiting Senior programs in our Community. Email delandfire@gmail.com to become part of our family.
Oct. 16-25 WXRL HAWAII CRUISE – Fully escorted – NCL 7-night cruise to 4 islands, roundtrip airfare from Buffalo, 2 nights in Honolulu, Pearl Harbor & Polynesian Ctr., taxes, transfers, 2 amenities & more.
WXRL - 1300AM/95.5FM & Streaming LIVE @ WXRL.com. For FREE brochure, call (716) 681-1313
• Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry: Shopping Assistants needed. Tuesday mornings from 10am-12pm. Email: ggefoodpantry@gmail.com
• Genesee County CASA for Children: Change a Child’s Story! CASA is seeking volunteers to advocate for the best interest of children who come to the attention of Family Court as a result of abuse and/ or neglect. Flexible schedule, training provided, supportive network. Make that difference! Email: director@geneseecountycasa.org
• Guiding Eyes for the Blind: Do you love dogs? Join our So Tier region and volunteer to raise a puppy to be a future guide dog. You supply love, socializing and basic obedience. We provide vet care and classes. Email: Sshaw7301@gmail.com
• American Red Cross: Doing Good Does You Good - Blood Donor Ambassador. Greet blood donors, help them sign in and monitor their well-being a er they have donated. Allegany, Cayuga, Monroe, Ontario & Wayne Counties. Training provided. 585-690-4021 or RecruitWNY@redcross.org
• Cheshire Volunteer Fire Dept: Looking for dedicated individuals to be part of our team! Firefighters, EMTs, Boat Operators, Cold/ Ice Water and Rope Rescue Techs plus support personnel needed. Training available. Email: CVFDTreasurer@CheshireVFD.com
Charitable Organizations and Nonprofits can submit requests at gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share With Us.’ Published online and in print of the last week of the month as space permits. See more volunteer opportunities at gvpennysaver.com.
ce: PO Box 340 1471 Route 15 Avon, NY 14414
Phone: 585-226-8111 Fax: 585-226-3390
www.gvpennysaver.com
Email: sales@gvpennysaver.com
President
Harrison General Manager
Karam Creative Director
Nolan
Ivison
Wasson
Pratt
Mann
Manager
Schojan
4-March: “Andrew Schulz: Life” (Comedy Special) Netflix
4-March: “Daredevil: Born Again” (Season 1) Disney+
4-March: “With Love, Meghan” (Season 1) Netflix
6-March: “Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black” (Season 1 - Part 2) Netflix
6-March: “Deli Boys” (Season 1) Hulu
7-March: “Plankton: The Movie” (TV-PG) Netflix
7-March: “CHAOS: The Manson Murders” (Documentary) Netfl
HERE’S A TIP DIY Hand Pampering: Mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/5 cup milk, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup honey. Soak hands in mixture for 2 minutes, then rinse and dry hands. ON NOW: “Longlegs” (R) Hulu ON NOW: “Black Box Diaries” (Documentary) Paramount+ ON NOW: “Flow” (PG) Max
Your online access to
local buzz… now at your fingertips
Read any of the other eleven editions of the Genesee Valley Penny Saver. It’s EASY and it’s FREE.
Southern Tier Shopper
Arkport14807
Avoca14809
Bath14810
Bradford14815
Branchport14418
CameronMills14820
Campbell14821
Canisteo14823
CooperPlains14827
Oatka Edition
Bergen 14416
Byron14422
Dundee14837
Hammondsport14840
Hornell14843
Kanona14856
PennYan 14527
Pulteney14874
Savona14879
Tyrone14887
Wayne14893
Caledonia14423
Churchville 14428
Clifton 14428
LeRoy 14482
LimeRock 14482
Mumford 14511
NorthChili 14514
Pavilion 14525
Riga14428
Scottsville 14546
S.Byron 14422
Stafford14143
Wheatland 14546
Canandaigua-Naples Edition
Bristol 14469
BristolSprings14512
Canadice 14560
Canandaigua 14424
Honeoye 14471
Manchester14504
Batavia Edition
Alabama 14013
Batavia 14020
Corfu 14036
Eastway Edition
Bloomfield 14469
E.Bloomfield 14443
Farmington 14425
HoneoyeFalls 14472
Ionia 14475
Mendon 14506
Victor 14564
W.Bloomfield14585
Rush-Henrietta Edition
Brighton 14618
Henrietta 14467
Industry 14543
Riverton 14586
Monroe East
Brighton14618
E.Rochester 14445
Fairport 14450
Penfield 14526
Rochester 14623
Rush14543
W.Henrietta 14586
W.Rush 14543
Edition
Perinton 14450
Pittsford 14534
Webster 14580
Dansville-Wayland Edition
Cohocton 14826
Dansville 14437
Ossian14437
Sparta 14437
Springwater 14560
Wayland 14572
W.Sparta 14437
Sign up now to receive the digital version. Go to gvpennysaver.com/readonline to receive any or all editions through your email each Thursday.
Lake Country Pennysaver
Albion14411
Barker14012
BarreCenter14411
Carlton14571
Childs 14411
EagleHarbor14411
E.Shelby14103
Fancher14452/14470
Gaines14411
Jeddo14103
Kent14477
Knowlesville14479
Lyndonville14098
Medina14103
Middleport14105
Millville14103
PointBreeze14477
Middlesex 14507
Naples 14512
Richmond14471
S.Bristol 14512
Shortsville14548
Canal Path Edition
CliftonSprings14432 Phelps14532 Macedon14502
Newark14513 Palmyra14522
Elba 14058
Oakfield 14125
Pembroke 14036
Kenyonville14571
Ridgeway14103
Royalton14105
Shelby14105
Waterport14571
W.Barre14411
W.Shelby14103
Livingston Edition
Avon 14414
Conesus 14435
Cuylerville14481
E.Avon 14414
Fowlerville 14423
Geneseo 14454
Leicester 14481
Lima14485
Greigsville 14533
Groveland 14462
Hemlock 14466
Lakeville 14480
Linwood 14486
Livonia 14487
LivoniaCenter14488
Piffard 14533
Retsof 14539
S.Lima14558
Wadsworth 14533
York14592
Tri-County Edition
Brockport 14420
Clarendon 14429
Clarkson 14430
Hamlin 14464
Hilton14468
Holley 14470
Kendall 14476
Spencerport 14559
Sweden 14420
Murray 14470
GiveTake&
GUIDELINES: Submissions published as space allows. We reserve the right to decline/edit/omit info. We assume no responsibility for submissions. Submissions must include phone # or email. Noncommercial use only. 20 word limit. Please call to remove listing once item is taken/received.
FREE STUFF OFFERED FREE STUFF WANTED
• BBQ GRILL and two PROPANE TANKS. Canandaigua. 585-905-0540
• Two METAL FILE CABINETS. One – two drawers. One – with lift top. Both with keys. Geneseo. 585-519-3561
• SODA POP BOTTLE RETURNS available to any Scout troop. Jean 585-229-2186
• STANDUP FREEZER, 22cu. Needs work. Must move yourself. Not very old. Lima. mudd959@yahoo.com
• FRIGIDAIRE GAS STOVE - all works, in good shape. Pick up, Webster. 585-236-1359
• DIANNE DENGEL display and artwork. Pittsford/Mendon area 585-385-3699
• FINE WOODWORKING MAGAZINE - 161 Issues, No. 68 - 278 (1988 - 2019). Not consecutive. Good Condition. Pick up, Bloomfield. wburlin1@rochester.rr.com
• Two BIRCH FLUSH DOORS. Pick up, Penfield. 585-264-1068
• POWER HOSPITAL BED. Good condition. Very heavy. Disassembled for transport. Pick up, Canandaigua bhaizlip@rochester.rr.com or text 585-455-4363
• Two vintage COLEMAN STOVES and two LANTERNS. Fair condition. Restore or use for parts. Canandaigua. bhaizlip@rochester.rr.com or text 585-455-4363
• New SNAP SHOULDER T-SHIRTS for shoulder surgery, port access or limited mobility. Four - short sleeve, four -long sleeve (full snap). Alabama. 716-998-3649
• Used Queen sized AEROBED AIR MATTRESS and PILLOWS. Lakeville. Call/text 585-649-8706
• Santa theme queen size BEDSPREAD and PILLOWCASES. Canandaigua. steelsanta@aol.com
• 36 to 100-gallon TRASH CAN with handle and lid. Text 585-719-4145
• ADULT DIAPERS. Ideally in the Greece area. cpalone@yahoo.com
• ELECTRONIC PARTS - IC chips, connectors, relays, switches, test equipment, electronic tools, electronic hobbyist prototyping items, old/obsolete/surplus. 585-746-9904
• Any BOARD GAMES and a SMALL CAR in good working condition. 585-415-8513
• RAINBOW VACUUM CLEANER or PARTS. Especially the water tank. 585-430-4758
• New or used GALAXY Z FLIP - 4, 5, or 6. Any condition, preferably working. Will pick up. sidons061@gmail.com
• New/gently used YOGA MAT and ADULT NUTRITION DRINKS, any brand. Lakeville. Call/text 585-649-8706
• CPAP MACHINE for sleep apnea, COPD. jimfisher66@yahoo.com
• MODELS - Built/Unbuilt: Aviation, Autos & Trucks, Military, Ships, Figures, etc. Plastic, wood, metal. Parts and pieces okay. 585-314-6989
• QUICKEN Software, 2007 or newer. Call/text 585-721-5985
• SEED STARTING SUPPLIES & GARDEN FENCING. Call/text 585-419-5246
• CAROUSEL SLIDE PROJECTOR in good condition for local church. jzornow001@gmail.com
• Boxes of KNICK KNACKS and COLLECTIBLES. Any HANDHELD VIDEO GAME SYSTEMS, COSTUME JEWELRY in any shape. 585-415-8513
• ATV or DIRT BIKE, running or not. Call or text Matt 315-576-1278
Prepare your home for a power outage (Family Features) Understanding the distinction between these options will help any family determine which is the better choice for their home.
• A portable generator is an immediate, but temporary, solution. A portable gas generator is less expensive than a standby unit and doesn’t require installation time. Its benefits have limits, as it can only power a few home appliances for a few hours before needing refueling.
• A standby generator with an automatic transfer switch provides a seamless and permanent backup power solution. It is professionally installed outside the home and can power more of your home’s appliances for long periods of time. Powered by natural gas or liquid propane, recent power management technology has allowed homes to still receive whole-house backup electricity, but with a smaller, more affordable generator than in years past.
With an emergency kit on hand and the right backup power source available, the frustration of weathering a storm can be greatly lessened.
Fill larger gaps inside your home with pieces of steel wool, as pests are deterred by the
of the
fibers, especially rodents who are unable to gnaw through the
hometown events
ATTICA
WNYBluegrassMusicAssoc. FREEMonthlyOpenJam- Two indoorareas,aswellasonthe coveredpatioandtheGroto (weatherpermitting)onthesecond Sundayofeachmonthfrom2-7pm attheBenningtonLanes,1374 ClintonSt.Rd.,(Route354)Attica. Wewelcomeeveryoneandencourageyoutobringyouracoustic instruments(guitars,banjos,mandolins,basses,fiddles,etc.)and playalongatanylevel,orjuststop inforalisten2pm-7pm.Thenext jamisSunday,MARCH9th,2-7 pm.Pleasetellyourmusicloving friendstobringtheirinstruments andplayalongforanextrafun afternoon!
BATAVIA
WarmingCenterBenefitConcert- Joinusforaneveningof musicandofcomingtogetherto raiseawarenessandfundsfora GeneseeCountyWarmingCenter duringthecoldwinternights.Bart DentinoBartwastwiceselected BestPerformerandBestVocalistof theYearbyRochester’sArtsand EntertainmentpublicationFreetime Magazine.Itwasthefirsttimein themagazine’shistoryasingleartistwasselectedintwoindividual categories.Theeventisfreeand opentothepublic.Donationswill beaccepted.HeldThursday,March 20,6:30-8pmattheBataviaFirst Presbyterian,300EastMainSt., Batavia.
ZontaClubofBataviaGenesee County- LUCKYNUMBER LUNCHEON:33RDANNUAL LUNCHEON.Theme:“TAILGATE ALLSPORTS”.SaturdayMarch15, 2025attheBataviaDownsGaming,8315ParkRoad,Batavia.PreSaleTicketsOnly$35Deadline March1st.ForTicketsContact: Cathy:cathu78@yahoo.comor Lisa:LPaulKhan@gmail.com. “MUSTHAVEPHYSICALTICKET FORENTRY”.DoorsOpenat10:30; Lunch@Noon;Rafflestarts@ 1:30.Allproceedsbenefitour Scholarship&LocalServiceProjects.
MemoryCafe- AMusicalMemoriesCafeisagatheringplacefor familycaregiversandtheirloved onestorelax,socialize,enjoya mealandsomemusic.Wewillbe offeringournextcafeonMonday, March10that1:00pmatthe OfficefortheAging,2BankSt., Batavia.
MindfulMondays- Comerenew yourspiritandrejuvenateyour body’senergythroughatimeof gentlemovement,calmingpractices,quietreflectiononscripture, orwalkingalabyrinth.Noexperienceorreligiousbeliefarerequired!YoumayalsojoinusvirtuallyonFacebookat: https://www.facebook.com/ fpcbatavia/videos.Questions?Contactusat585-343-0505or fpcbatavia@fpcbatavia.org.March 3,BataviaFirstPresbyterianChurch, 300E.MainStreet,Batavia.
Thursday, March 13th
“Vincenzo’sDream”Thetrue storyofonefamily’sjourney fromItalytoAmerica-JoinMr. MorascoandMr.Dentinofora presentationofafamilyimmigrant storythoughtfullycreatedthrough music,poetry,anddiscussion.Light refreshmentsprovided.Registration requested.HeldMonday,March3, 1-2pmattheOfficefortheAging, 2BankSt.,Batavia.
HealingandWholenessServiceJoinusforaspecialserviceof healingandwholenesstobeginthe seasonofLent.Thisservicewill includelightingcandles,prayersin bothsilenceandsong,and scripturereadings.Ablessingwill beofferedattheendoftheservice, andanoptiontobeanointedwith oilwillalsobeoffered.March5, 6:30pm,BataviaFirstPresbyterian Church,300E.MainStreet,Batavia.http://www.fpcbatavia.org
HLOMGuestSpeakerSeries- Dr. MichaelBoston,“FemaleConductorsoftheUndergroundRailroad”: TheHollandLandOfficeMuseumis proudtowelcomeDr.MichaelBostonofSUNYBrockportasournext GuestSpeakeronSaturday,March 1stat11am.Dr.BostonofSUNY Brockportwillbepresentingon “FemaleConductorsoftheUndergroundRailroadinWesternand CentralNewYork.”Admissionis $5or$3formuseummembers. Pleasecontactthemuseumat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.
VFWPost1602AuxiliaryCorned Beef/HamDinner -VFWPost 1602Auxiliary,25EdwardsStreet, BataviaishostingaCornedBeef/ HamDinneronSaturday,March8, 2025startingat4PMuntilsold out.$14Donation/Dinner.Presale Ticketsarerecommended.Tickets availableatthePostorbycalling 585-344-3249.MusicbyOldState Roadhousefrom6PM-9PM.
AnnualCelebration-CommunityBrunch: Youareinvitedtoa MardiGrasthemedbrunchtocelebratethemanywaysGodusesour churchandpartnerstoservethe worldandtosharetheloveofGod. ALLAREWELCOME!March2, 10am,BataviaFirstPresbyterian Church,300E.MainSt.,Batavia. https://fpcbatavia.org/
MeetingJesusattheTable- We homeyoucanjoinusforaseriesof discussionsbasedonthebook “MeetingJesusattheTable”by CynthiaCampbellandChristine CoyFohr.March10,17,24,&April 14attheBataviaFirstPresbyterian Church,300E.MainStreet,Batavia.http://www.fpcbatavia.org
MeditationswithAndarta--New Beginnings: NewBeginnings meditationwillfocusonvisualizing anynewbeginningorgrowththat youarewantingtoattaininyour liferightnow.Thisclasswillalso focusonyoursolarplexischakra,as wellasbreathingexercisestohelp withanxietyandcouragetoattain thisnewstart!Thisclassis$20per person.Ifyoualsowanttoregister forAndarta’sTheARTofTaroton ThursdayMarch20,thecostis$40 forthetwoclasses.Pleasevisitto registerhttps://goart.org/ meditation-with-andarta-newbeginnings/
HLOMConcertSeries:NoBlarney,“IrishMusicConcert”- The HollandLandOfficeMuseumis proudtowelcomebackNoBlarney forourSt.Patrick’sDaytradition,as theyplayallyourfavoriteIrishmusictunesfromthroughoutthe years.TheconcertwillbeFriday, March14from7-9pm.Admission is$5or$4formuseummembers. Pleasecontactthemuseumat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com. Seatingislimitedtoreserveyour spotearly.
GUIDELINES FOR HOMETOWN EVENTS:
Events should occur on a specific date at a specific time. Due to the increasing number of submissions, we will no longer be able to publish the following items:
• Businesses/schools seeking registration for classes or program
• Organizations seeking crafters or vendor
• Organizations seeking donations of items
Genesee Valley Penny Saver reserves the right to approve/reject events for publication. Events are published as space allows.
Event deadline is Monday, 2 weeks prior to publication date
REGISTER AND SUBMIT YOUR EVENT ONLINE AT Log in to your account or register on our website to start submitting your events today! www.gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share With Us’ Events may also be submitted at: 1471 Route 15, Avon, NY 14414
hometown events
IfIHadButOneYeartoLive Workshop- Throughexperiential exercisesandgroupdiscussion, DaleGoldsteinwillhelpusexplore whatistrulymeaningful,what’sin thewayofyourhavingwhatyou reallywantinlife,andhowto movethroughthosebar.March15, 9:30-12pm,BataviaFirstPresbyterianChurch,300E.MainStreet, Batavia.fpcbatavia@fpcbatavia.org.
DotMandalaPainting- Learnthe basicsofDotMandalaPaintingand makeaunique“Sham-rock”on SaturdayMarch8th,2-5pmwith instructorMiaBaroneofDotsAMia. Tickets:$40perperson.Dotting tools(2stylusesand4acrylicdowels),palettes,paint,largestoneto painton(designsimilartopicture) andblackpracticepaperwillbe supplied.Dottingkitsandtoolsets availableforpurchase.Classisfor ages12andup.Pre-registration requiredtoattendthisclass.There mustbeaminimumof5participantstoholdtheclassandamaximumof12spotsintheclass.To registervisithttps://goart.org/ march-dot-mandala-class/
St.PaulLutheranSchoolAnnual Auction- St.PaulLutheranSchool isholdingitsannualauction,its largestfundraiser,Saturday,March 15:browsing3:30;liveauction 4:00.AuctioneerisDavidKentof WilliamKentAuctioneers.StPaul schooloffersaChristianeducation followingacademicstandards.St PaulLutheranSchool,31WashingtonAve.,Batavia.
HLOMGuestSpeakerSeries: Dr. AnnBunch,“TheWilliamMorgan Affair”-TheHollandLandOffice Museumisproudtoannouncethe nextpresenterinitsGuestSpeaker SeriesonThursday,March6that7 pm.Dr.AnnBunchaforensicanthropologistofSUNYBrockport CriminalJusticeDepartmentwillbe presentingonhernewbook,“The WilliamMorganAffair:Masonic MysteryinUpstateNewYork.”The booktakesaninvestigativescience approachtothemysteryofWilliam Morgan’sdisappearancetodemystifyandhighlightwaystoresolve hisfatefollowinghislastknown sightingsin1826.Admissionis$5 or$3formuseummembers.Please contactthemuseumat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.comif youwouldliketoattend.
CartooningforSeniors- Joinus foracartooningclassforadultsage 60+.ClassesstartonThursday, March6that1:00pmandwillrun forsixweeks(throughApril10th). Participantswilllearncartooning andillustrationskills.Nopriorart trainingrequired.Officeforthe Aging,2BankSt.,Batavia.
MemoirWritingWorkshop-Join usfora12weekworkshoptowrite andshareyourmemories!Class meetsonceaweekfor1hour. Programmaterialsprovidedby LifeBio.Startdayisthethefirst weekofMarch.Calltoregisteras spaceislimited.HeldMondays, March3-June2,10:30-12pmat theOfficefortheAging,2Bank St.,Batavia.
HLOMTriviaNight:FirstLadies oftheUnitedStates- Joinusat theHollandLandOfficeMuseum forthenextTriviaNight@the MuseumonThursday,March13th at7pm.Thismonth’stopicisthe FirstLadiesoftheUnitedStates. Admissionis$5or$3formuseum members.Pleasecontactthemuseumat585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.comif youwouldliketoattend.
BETHANY
BethanyVolunteerFireDept’sAllYouCanEatBreakfast! Held Sundays,March9th,andApril13th from8am-12pmorsoldoutatthe BethanyCommunityCenter,10510 BethanyCenterRoad,Bethany.We willbeservingscrambledeggs, pancakes,twomeats,sausage gravyandbiscuits,homefries, toast,juice,andcoffee.Cost:$12 Adults,Children7-12$5,6and underfree.Questions,callCarlat 585-356-2658.
BVFDOldFashionBreakfastSundays,March9thandApril13th attheBethanyCommunityCenter, 10510BethanyCtr.Rd.,Bethany from8am-noonorSOLDOUT.$12 adults,$5children7-12,6and underfree.Scrambledeggs,2 meats,toast,pancakes,sausage gravyandbiscuits,homefries!All youcaneat.TobenefitBethany VolunteerFireCompany.
CORFU
PembrokeTeachers’Federation 5KWalk/Run toBenefitGenesee CountyMentalHealth:Community invitedtoparticipate!ThePembrokeTeachers’Federation(PTF) willbehostinga5Kwalk/runon April26,at9AMinthevillageof Corfutohelpraisefundsfortheir community.Forthoseinterestedin joiningPTFandthewidercommunitytoraiseawarenessandsupport mentalhealthinGeneseeCounty cansignupbycheckingoutthePTF Facebookpageorcontacting civison@pembrokecsd.orgfora registrationlink.Earlyregistrationis availablefor$15untilMarch17, 2025.Allregistrationafterthat datewillbe$20.
HAMLIN
Irishfest@HamlinVFW, 1739 LakeRoad,Saturday,March1st. Doorsopen@4PM.Foodforsale: IrishStew,ChickenTenders&Fries, CornedBeef&Cabbageand/or Bangers&Mash.Entertainment: ROCCityGuardiansPipes&Drums, DunleavyIrishDance&Connemara SocialClub.Limited#ofTickets beingsold.Getyourticketsatthe HamlinVFWonWednesday, ThursdayorFridayafter3PM.Ticketsmightnotbeavailableatthe doordependingonadvancesales.
OAKFIELD
FamilyFunBingo! 1stand3rd Tuesdayofthemonth,6-7:30pm, TheGOOSECommunityCenter,33 SouthMainSt.,Oakfield.Opento allages.PlayBingoandwinPrizes! (Nocashprizes)50centsacard.
Yoga -EveryWednesdayfrom 6:00p.m.to7:00p.m.Opentoall! Allequipmentisprovided!NoRegistrationRequired!Walkinandjoin us!HeldatTheGOOSECommunity Center,33SouthMainStreet,Oakfield.http://www. warriorhouseofwny.com
ChairYoga -EveryThursdayfrom 10:00a.m.to11:00a.m.Opento all!Allequipmentisprovided!No RegistrationRequired!Walkinand joinus!TheGOOSECommunity Center,33SouthMainStreet,Oakfield.http://www. warriorhouseofwny.com
OakfieldHistoricalOpeningDay - Joinusforour2025GrandReopeninganddedicationoftheResearchCenterinmemoryof longtimeBoardmemberSusan Sanford.Dedicationwillbeatnoon followedbyyourchoiceofselfguidedorcuratedtour.OurbrandnewexhibitisaboutEastOakfield, andwehaveseveralotherexciting displaysforyoutoexplore.Light refreshmentswillbeserved.Held April12,12-2pm,OakfieldHistoricalSociety,7MapleAvenue,Oakfield.https://oakfieldhistory.org/ OakfieldBettermentCommittee Sportsman’sRaffle- OakfieldBettermentCommitteeinvitesyouto joinusatourfirstannual Sportsman’sRaffletobeheldatthe OakfieldFirehallonSaturday, March22,12-5pm.Ticketsare$20 each.RaffleitemsfromNature’s PrizeinAkron,NY.Only750tickets willbesold.Eachticketadmitsone personandincludesfood,beverage,andopportunitytobuyinto sideraffles.Emailusat OakfieldLaborDaze@gmail.comto buyyourticketsorrequestmore information.Alternatively,contact Brendaat585-948-5040callor text.
JoinUsAtTheGoose! Coffee HourEveryWednesdayfrom10:00 a.m.to11a.m.,Justwalkinand joinus!PleaseFollowTheGoose Facebookpageforupdates,additions,andcancellations.The GOOSECommunityCenter,33 SouthMainSt.,Oakfield.http:// www.warriorhouseofwny.com
polltime
Current research across the nation and world dive into the impact and future of generative AI models. How do you think generative AI influences society today?
- Enhances creativity and artistic expression
- Transforms the job market and workforce dynamics
- Improves efficiency in industries
- Raises ethical concerns about misinformation and deepfakes
- Redefines education and learning methods
- Increases accessibility to technology and knowledge
- Poses risks to privacy and data security
- Has little to no significant impact
Poll ends 03-04-2025
Poll ended 02-25-2025
We’ve experienced major winter weather since Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on the 2nd. How do you now feel about winter?
45.2% I’m so done with snow. Bring on spring!
12.9% I love the snow and all that comes with Western NY winters
41.9% Meh. I’m about ready for a warmup, but can deal with winter a bit longer.
Vote and make your voice heard when you visit WWW.GVPENNYSAVER.COM!
Support Local Bookstores & Libraries!
Your local bookstores and libraries are treasures in our community. By supporting them, you help provide access to books, learning programs, and community events for all ages.
Ways to Celebrate
• Visit your local library and sign up for a library card!
• Support a local bookstore by purchasing a book.
• Read aloud to children and encourage a love of storytelling.
• Join a book club or start a reading challenge.
• Donate books to schools, community centers, or Little Free Libraries.
• Spend time reading every day—even 20 minutes makes a difference!
March is National Reading Month! Reading is more than just words on a page—it’s a gateway to knowledge, creativity, and opportunity. This National Reading Month, pick up a book, share a story, and inspire the next generation of readers.
Read. Learn. Grow.
Why Reading Matters
• Boosts Brain Power – Reading improves memory, focus, and critical thinking skills.
• Encourages Imagination – Books take us on journeys beyond our everyday lives, sparking creativity.
• Supports Lifelong Learning – No matter your age, reading expands knowledge and perspective.
• Builds Connections – Stories help us understand different cultures, experiences, and viewpoints.
FEATUREDBUSINESSES
pet place
By Sam Mazotta
Is my rabbit depressed?
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I took over the care of a rabbit named “Chucky” a few weeks ago, after the previous owner, my aunt, passed away. Since he got here, Chucky has spent most of his days inside his hutch. When I try to take him out, he huddles tightly against the far wall. I don’t see him eat or drink during the day, but he does come out at night after I go to bed. Is he depressed, or is it something else? -- Jim F., Chula Vista, California
DEAR JIM: Chucky does sound pretty stressed out, and depression is definitely on the table here. He also may be having trouble adjusting to his new environment, and is missing your aunt, too. A stressed and unhappy rabbit is tense, staying in a down position with their ears flattened against their body. Their nose doesn’t twitch. They don’t hop around the cage freely, and they’ll hide away if you reach for them.
The first thing to do is establish care, if you haven’t done so already. Take Chucky to a veterinarian specializing in small animals (including rabbits) for a checkup, explain the circumstances, and detail his behaviors. The vet will rule out any underlying health conditions and can give you a wealth of advice on helping him be more comfortable and easing his transition to a new owner.
It’s important to be supportive and not force interaction at this time. Keep Chucky’s cage clean and fresh, change his water and food daily, and provide him with rabbit toys and chews strewn around the cage that he can explore. Talk to him in a soothing voice while you are near his cage. As he adjusts, he will gradually respond and feel comfortable with you.
Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
Hi, my name is Cricket! My momma and papa were poodle-rough collie mixes and I’ve known my person for almost my whooole life. I get to follow my person everywhere because I’m training to be a service dog and help people. I really like to dress up!
WHAT TO EXPECT AT A VETERINARY DENTAL CLEANING
Pre-testing: Since anesthesia will be used, vets often will run lab work and an EKG to determine if a pet is healthy enough to receive anesthesia. Testing ahead of time also helps the vet make the best decisions regarding which types of anesthetics to administer and in what quantities.
&body mind
PERIODONTAL DENTAL EXAMS
Periodontal disease is advanced gum disease caused by bacterial and fungal infections. It causes infection in the gums and connective tissue due to inflamed pits and pockets in the gums. It can lead to pain, difficulty chewing, infection, and tooth loss. A periodontal dental exam is a full examination of the gums, teeth, and jawbone to check for diseases, including gum disease. The dentist also examines your teeth from different angles to see how well they are aligned and looks for changes in the jawbone structure, which can be signs of poor oral health and gum disease. Your dentist might recommend a periodontal exam if you have a history of gum disease or other dental problems.
One serious threat to dental health is out-of-control gum disease. And the best way to deal with gum disease is to prevent it, with daily
brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist on a regular basis. At BATAVIA FAMILY DENTAL, we are diligent in our approach to making sure periodontal disease doesn’t destroy your smile. It is our mission at 6 Batavia City Centre to deliver the highest level of care, using the latest materials and always keeping our patients’ comfort and wellbeing in mind. You can reach us at 585.343.4246. We’ll give you a reason to smile!
P.S. A periodontal exam includes periodontal pocketing, which uses an instrument to measure periodontal pocket depth to see how far it extends around the root.
www.bataviafamilydental.com
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT PTSD
What is PTSD? - The American Psychiatric Association defines PTSD as “a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event.” Some examples of events that can lead to PTSD include war/combat,a terrorist attack,rape, or incidents in which people have been threatened with death, sexual violence or serious injury. PTSD also can occur after witnessing traumatic events, including natural disasters or serious accidents.
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Rapid heart rate persists for a decade without evaluation
Q.DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old woman who, for at least 10 years now, has been experiencing a rapid heart rate. My blood pressure, however, remains normal. In fact, doctors are usually surprised at how good my blood pressure is since I am borderline obese and slightly diabetic.
During this past physical, my doctor did mention my rapid heart rate but didn’t recommend treatment or referral to a cardiologist. Should I insist on a referral to a cardiologist, or would this only bring me to more unnecessary testing? -- M.R.
ANSWER: I unfortunately hear about people (more commonly women) having a potentially serious medical condition that gets ignored for many years, and I fear this is the case with you.
A.In a person with a persistently fast heart rate (over 100 bpm), an electrocardiogram (EKG) is an essential first step. I suspect you may have had this done, but if you haven’t, this clearly needs to be done. Atrial fibrillation and some less-common heart rhythms need to be excluded.
It’s likely that you have “sinus tachycardia,” meaning that the impulse comes from the sinus node but is persistently too fast. The heart rate is supposed to be fast if you are exercising, and a fast pulse can often come on as a response to an infection or a loss of fluids. But I think that, after 10 years, you most likely have a condition called inappropriate sinus tachycardia (IST).
Since you are writing to me, I assume that this is bothering you. Most people with IST note palpitations, but loss of endurance and decreased exercise tolerance are other common symptoms. Before getting treated, it’s important to make sure that there isn’t some longstanding cause, such as anemia or thyroid disease.
It’s also necessary to exclude the diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, which can overlap with IST and seems to be much more common now, especially after a COVID infection.
I have had some success in prescribing exercise for carefully selected patients with IST. The cardiology literature recommends beta blockers or ivabradine to reduce symptoms and improve exercise ability.
Referral to a cardiologist is appropriate given your 10 years of not being evaluated. Even if you decide against therapy, making sure that there isn’t a serious problem is very wise.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved
Break the boredom with our four week Cabin Fever Contest! Solve the puzzles each week and send them in for your chance to win a Cabin Fever Survival Basket! No purchase required.
Spring Crossword
Mail to: GVPS Cabin Fever Contest 2025 PO Box 340 • Avon, NY 14414 All entries must be postmarked by March 4, 2025. Winner will be randomly chosen from all correct entries. Enter each week for a greater chance of winning. Must be 13 or older to play. 18 or older will be signed up for our coupon club. Playing all 4 weeks? Mail your entries together by 3/4/25. Name:
KORNER
BIOWVFKYZNRREBOUNDCYUHGZHGZVMY TURZXCXCDRDRIBBLEFZVPOPZJBAVPU SXBYFZFJBGMTKFREETHROWUYCXTFAZ FOUAPERIODNCNXANWSROUZZOEUDYWY VVDFWPDLHUFASTBREAKCVGHVCXLXTE SJOZOATDOUBLETEAMVOXSSDEBODCKV QTPOINTGUARDQHWRPDBOLSZRIRYTNQ KHWWOLNUHPWGYGXTLUHBCLHHZKKMMF ABYOCGYYPKSOHXMXQEOVHAWEBEVEDR DYWNHQCYOQPJAJQPUZIASMBAERAJMW GIAIFDOSBNQOZEYHXEENWDMDEOMBHG GAOVAMCSPULWYLWGHYVRLUWPOKWJTH KFGUTWJUHBACKCOURTNVANPAIJEZTH KNOGWFHFKT RFNNUOGSURYKHSUYKKHG SNKRHXZPZPDOSYMRKJZDUOTSJFPUMZ MTHIWKMKYUBBOWZOYTYVPKFCCIRUAE ZIDIIAGYEAICPGNHBHBACKBOARDAAC SJDDHXRLOWPOSTLKURACYTAXBZDXJR FHYCQDUDQDKCHPRKGEYLRASRNZOCYP OPONOFXYSIETIPJOGEIWDADAFNUAKI UNMTEUOQVPYIDIQZUPYOCREJVLVSPJ LBLRCLRGUMDTPVGUAOLRSAEAKJAKHA ATAUALKTLMDZTOPLRIDIUHYNIUCNBI JAWSAOOREEJOLTREDNWMRDKYVMBNER RQGIEESCEASUOEEGCTCWUWSMWPDCZB CGFIBLMCKPAPRYSPELLQCKMIKBWLIA EFQCNWIMRSAYOJSVUIKW AZPBNAZRIL MACISIBNIEUIKSRBENXHBUMDZLWUOL KIXDAKRIEUEGNKTRCEKDJGJLDLWKBE NUSJNWIKEZINFTTDQPRWIXWCFRQSEN
Magic Maze
SPONSORED BY
Brighter
ank You Teachers
Yay Rebecca Yuhas in the Hometown Stories columnnew Master Teacher out of Newark. Our teachers often are under- or un-recognized, so it’s great to hear about teachers developing their skills and learning more and more about their craft so our children can learn from the best. Thank you, all teachers, for all you do for and with our students. Thank you for helping develop the minds of the next generation. We need you and we appreciate you!
To the young man who snowplowed our driveway today, thank you so much. You will never know how your act of kindness touched me. My husband has difficulty walking and our snowblower froze up this past week. My son and I shoveled the driveway three times this week but it didn’t stop either my husband or myself, or the Amazon driver from getting stuck in it. My husband has a doctor’s appointment this week and I’ve been worrying all weekend about getting stuck in the driveway. Your random act of kindness meant so very much. God bless you!
To e Young Man
Not Salted To A-Salted
Perhaps you should hibernate at home all winter. NYS DOT (and I assume other departments) have a preset amount of salt to apply based on road conditions. Many go to shift work in the winter to cut down on overtime. Many towns have central locations for salt storage (do you also complain when you pass multiple school busses at the end of the school day?).
Remember, wet roads freeze as the temperature drops to 32F and below, creating black ice. The wind drifts snow across roads. Both require continued maintenance after the snow has quit falling to prevent accidents. If you want to take your vent to mother nature and request snow and ice falling only certain hours and days that would be awesome.
Thank you everyone who slows down for the snowplows!
It has been said our volunteer fire department has only one driver qualified to drive the biggest, most expensive truck they had to have and no one can answer a call until that person arrives to drive. That’s an irresponsible use of our tax money.
Why?
• Basic Painting
• Cabinet Painting/Refinishing
• YES We Remove “Popcorn” Ceilings
Preview: March 4th 10am-1pm – Lunch provided! Bidding closes March 4th at 5pm. Selling: JD 4055, MFWD, PS, 5789hrs; JD 7130, 1652 hrs, w/JD265 loader; 20 axle weights; JD 2955; NH 25s Workmaster; JD 6x4 gator; Kenworth road tractor; Timpte hopper trailer; Wabash van trailer; Ford 850 & 800 trucks; Bob 56 combine; Pickett 4030 cutter; plus conveyors and more!
www.williamkentinc.com David Waterman Online Machinery Retirement Auction 6805 THWING RD, LEROY, NY
• Garage Floors • Porches/Patios
• Durable & Cost Effective
• Non-skid Solid Color Coatings
• Paint Chip Systems
• Concrete Prep for DIY-ers
• Concrete Grinding Call us for an estimate! Ryan Gonyea Builders Cell: 585-250-2741
MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel
* On Feb. 28, 1993, in Waco, Texas, federal agents launch an unsuccessful raid against the Branch Davidian compound as part of an investigation into illegal possession of firearms and explosives by the Christian cult. On April 18, U.S. Attorney General Janet Reno approved a tear-gas grenade assault on the compound. A fire erupted and at least 80 people died. Make Your Concrete Floor Look
Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
Level: Moderate
G
SENIOR NEWS LINE
By Matilda Charles
Don’t fall f Medicare scams
Medicare card scams are on the rise. During one calendar year, Medicare had over $100 billion in fraudulent claims,and the damage cost goes up when identity theft and stolen financial information are added in.
What the Medicare thieves want is your card number, and they’ll try any number of tricks to get you to reveal it.
Scammers might contact you to offer you a “cheaper” Medicare but will need your personal information to sign you up. Don’t fall for it. They might impersonate a Medicare employee and say that your card is about to expire and you need a new one.They’ll ask for your current card number and your personal information to verify it’s really you. (Wrong: Medicare cards don’t expire.)
Scammers might call and say that your Medicare benefits have been canceled, but claim they can help you get the benefits reinstated if you give them your personal information or even a fee. (Wrong: Medicare won’t communicate with you that way, and if they need to contact you, it will be by mail.)
Thieves might try to claim that your old paper card isn’t good now and that you need a new one with a chip in it, like a credit card. (Wrong: Medicare cards are only made of paper.)
They might offer you a refund of some type or something free, or you might be offered genetic testing. All you need to do, they’ll say, is give them your Medicare card number ... and your bank information for the refund.
Whether you’re contacted by phone, email or text message, don’t give out your Medicare card number or any of your personal or financial information.
As usual, if you suspect you have a scammer on the phone, hang up immediately. If you believe it was an attempt at a Medicare scam, call 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227) to report it.
(c) 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
10% OFF Your first online order! Use codeSHOP10
From party invitations to business cards to grad announcements, we design and print everything with you in mind! printingbypennylane.com or scan the QR code to shop online
Milton CAT is in search of New York State certified MBE/MWBE and SDVOB subcontractor enterprises that can provide selected goods and/or services to us.
Subcontractors must be able to meet insurance, financial and bonding requirements as contained and specified in general contract documents and other New York State entity requirements. If interested, please contact us at goodfaitheffort@ miltoncat.com to begin the screening process.
INCOME TAX TIME
TIPS TO HELP REALIZE YOUR GOALS THIS YEAR
Be specific in regard to planning. Being specific when choosing goals is important, but it’s equally important to be as specific as possible in regard to developing a plan to realize those goals. Before embarking on a journey to realize your goals, figure out how you’re going to achieve them. Create a new daily or weekly schedule that allots time to realize your goals, seeking input from loved ones whose lives may be affected by your new schedule.
You need to understand the new BOI and FinCEN filings for this year.
Francis G. Marchese, CPA BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL CONSULTANT
Over 59 years of experience
3 Hillside Drive, Batavia, NY 14020 585-343-5431 • Cell 585-738-0962 Fax: 585-343-3420 • fran@cpafran.com
MAGIC MAZE answers
“Appreciation
Margaret Cousins
By Fifi Rodriguez
now hiring!
BROCKPORT CENTRAL
SCHOOL DISTRICT
1. TELEVISION: The show “Happy Days” is a spinoff of which older sitcom?
2. LITERATURE: Which author created the character Hercule Poirot?
3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Where is Barack Obama’s presidential library located?
4. GEOGRAPHY: What river forms part of the border between the United States and Mexico?
5. ASTRONOMY: Which planet in our solar system has the strongest gravitational field?
6. U.S. STATES: Which four states intersect at the Four Corners monument?
7. SCIENCE: What is anemophily?
8. MOVIES: How much does an Oscar award trophy weigh?
9. WEATHER: What is a haboob?
NON-TEACHING
Bus Attendants & Drivers, Cafeteria Monitors, Cleaners, Food Service Helpers, Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Student Behavioral Assistant, Teacher Aides, Security Substitutes, and Subs in all other areas.
7. Pollination by the wind. 8. 8.5 pounds. 9. An intense dust storm. 10. 1,000.
Jupiter. 6. Arizona, New Mexico, Utah and Colorado.
10. MEASUREMENTS: How many millimeters are in a meter? Answers: 1. “Love, American Style.” 2. Agatha Christie. 3. Chicago, Illinois. 4. The Rio Grande.
Current Openings: Computer Science or Technology Teacher, Business Teachers, Earth Science Teacher, English Teacher, Special Education Teachers (Elementary and Secondary), and Contracted Building Substitute Teachers.
For all positions, apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/brockport/onlineapp/
Batavia and Pembroke/Corfu!
Flexible Hours
Paid Time Off
Scholarship Program
Medical Benefits • Referral Program • Advancement Opportunities • Holiday Pay Wages start at $15.50/hour part-time $16.25/hour full-time www.work4tims.com
HIRING EVENT
Tues., March 4, 2025 8:30AM-4PM Held at the Stafford location
CDL CLASS A & B DRIVERS
SEASONAL
Deliver dry or liquid bulk crop nutrients & other products. Tanker endorsement a plus. Recent driving school grads considered. $25/hr plus OT and retention bonus!
Variety of indoor/outdoor work. Loader experience a plus. $20-$22/hr plus OT & retention bonus!
All positions must pass pre-employment drug screen & have a clean license. All local deliveries.
Apply in person anytime: 8610 Rt. 237, Stafford, NY (Between Rt. 33 and Rt. 5) OR 6905 Ellicott St. Rd., Pavilion, NY (1/8 mi. W. of Rt. 19 on Rt. 63) www.cecrocker.com
now hiring!
Join Our Team at Lapp, LLC –
e Global Leader in High-Voltage Insulators!
Are you ready to work for a company with a stellar reputation and a commitment to quality and innovation? Lapp, LLC, based in LeRoy, NY, is looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Production Worker.
Position: Production Worker
Location: LeRoy, NY
Shi : 1st and 2nd Shi
($1.25 /hour shi differential for 2nd shi )
Wage Range: Starting at $20.10/hour.
What You’ll Do:
• Read and interpret production orders, simple blueprints, & work instructions.
• Perform tasks requiring strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Handle physical duties, including li ing heavy loads.
What We’re Looking For:
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• A team-oriented attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Physical stamina to meet the demands of the position.
How to Apply:
Complete your application at Lapp, LLC
130 Gilbert Street, LeRoy, NY 14482 or submit your resume via email to jtuerk@lappinsulators.com.
Union Representation: is position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Lapp, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from diverse candidates, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Take the next step in your career— Apply today and become a part of our dynamic team!
CONSERVE ENERGY AROUND THE OFFICE
Conservation methods can help save energy and preserve natural resources, but business owners may also be intrigued by the potential cost-savings of conservation.
Utility costs vary depending on the size of a business, but the U.S. Small Business Administration notes that prospective business owners must estimate and include such costs when seeking loans to start their businesses. Estimated utility costs can be intimidating, especially for those owners who have never before owned their own businesses. Traditional conservation methods like recycling and reusing are great ways to conserve and save around the office, but business owners also can embrace some other ways to lower their office energy costs while benefitting the planet at the same time.
Truck Driver/Delivery Person Monday-Friday
Apply in person at: Wortzman Furniture 309 Ellicott St. • Batavia, NY 14020
HOW WOMEN CAN KEEP THEIR CAREERS GOING FORWARD
Continue education. The Graduate Management Admission Test, often referred to as the GMAT, is used to assess candidates for admission into graduate level management programs, such as MBA programs. A recent analysis of GMAT test takers found that 47 percent were women, which marked an all-time high. The value of education is undeniable, and women can continue their educations via the pursuit of advanced degrees as they look to keep their careers going forward.
local classifieds
ANNOUNCEMENTS
TRAVELING?LaminatedLuggage Tags withhandlefastener.Just$1 eachforsomuchpeaceofmind! GeneseeValleyPennySaver,1471 Route15,Avon.OpenM-Th8:30am5pm&F8:30am-3pm.
DIDYOUKNOW... PlacinganObituaryinthe GeneseeValleyPennySaver PassagesSectionisfarlessexpensivethanothermedia? Call: 585-226-8111 formoreinformation!
HAY/STRAW/FIREWOOD/ SMALLANIMALS/POULTRY/ GROCERYAUCTION:Saturday, March8th. OrleansProduceAuction, 12590RidgeRd,Albion.Consignmentswanted:farmequipment,lumber,buildingmaterials,lawn&garden equipment,powertools.Groceries9am.Hay,straw,firewood,smallanimals,andpoultry-10am.AuctioneeringbyCalebNicodemus, 585-322-6331.Fruitandvegetable boxes,1/2bushelandbushelboxes, tomatoboxes,1/2peckandpeck boxes,andmore.Askaboutquantity discounts.Nextauction:Spring consignmentauction,Saturday,April 12th.
AUTOMOTIVE
CASHFORCARS, trucks,vans, SUVs.WE’RELOCAL!Fastcash! Freetowing.$200-$5000.No keys,notitle,noproblem! 585-482-2140
DonateYourCartoVeteransToday! HelpandSupportourVeterans. Fast-FREEpickup.100%taxdeductible.Call1-800-245-0398
GOTANUNWANTEDCAR??? YourcardonationtoPatrioticHearts helpsveteransfindworkorstarttheir ownbusiness.Fastfreepick.Running ornot!Call24/7:1-888-251-3135.
Webuy8,000carsaweek. Sell yourold,bustedorjunkcarwithno hoops,hagglesorheadaches.Sellyour cartoPeddle.Easythreestepprocess. Instantoffer.Freepickup.Fastpayment.Call1-855-403-3374
HEALTH
Dentalinsurance fromPhysicians MutualInsuranceCompany.Coverage for400+procedures.Realdental insurance-notjustadiscountplan. GetyourfreeInformationKitwith details!1-855-526-1060www. dental50plus.com/ads#6258.
Attentionoxygentherapyusers! Discoveroxygentherapythatmoves withyouwithInogenPortableOxygenConcentrators.Freeinformation kit.1-866-477-9045
ATTENTIONOXYGENTHERAPY USERS! DiscoverOxygenTherapy ThatMoveswithYouwithInogen PortableOxygenConcentrators.FREE informationkit.Call1-855-399-2719
HEARINGAIDS!! High-qualityrechargeable,powerfulAudienhearing aidspriced90%lessthancompetitors. TinyandNEARLYINVISIBLE!45-day moneybackguarantee!855-819-7060
Attention:VIAGRAandCIALIS USERS! Acheaperalternativetohigh drugstoreprices!50PillSpecial-Only $99!100%guaranteed.CALLNOW: 1-855-399-2582
PESTCONTROL:PROTECT YOURHOME frompestssafelyand affordably.Roaches,BedBugs,Rodent,Termite,Spidersandotherpests. Locallyownedandaffordable.Callfor serviceoraninspectiontoday! 1-866-448-8311.Havezipcodeof propertyreadywhencalling!
ITEMSFORSALE: HooverSpot ChaserPetCompleteSmartWash $125/obo.Wegmans4gallonwater $4/obo.Plusotheritems! 585-880-5152
SEASONEDFIREWOOD: Stacked, dry.FreeDelivery$85(4’x8’x16”) 585-993-2800.
FORSALE: Over500Westernpaperbackbooks,allinlikenewcondition. CassetteandVHStapes(mostlyWesterns).Call716-266-5303
STORAGECONTAINERS forsale, 8’x20’and8’x40’and8’x40’high cube.Newandused.Callforpricing. (660)605-0900.NoSundaySales.
PETS
MINIGOLDENDOODLES forsale. DNAtestedclear,superiorbloodlines, knownlineage,parentsonthepremises.Raisedaroundchildren.Vet checked,wormed,shots,healthguarantee.Red,apricot,vanilla.Miniand smallgoldendoodles,maleandfemale. Hypoallergenic.Crateandpotty training.$2500WAITLIST AVAILABILITYFORMARCH’25. 315-521-2470
REAL ESTATE
WeBuyHousesforCashASIS! No repairs.Nofuss.Anycondition.Easy threestepprocess:Call,getcashoffer andgetpaid.Getyourfaircashoffer todaybycallingLizBuysHouses: 1-888-704-5670
BIOWVFKYZNRREBOUNDCYUHGZHGZVMY TURZXCXCDRDRIBBLEFZVPOPZJBAVPU SXBYFZFJBGMTKFREETHROWUYCXTFAZ FOUAPERIODNCNXANWSROUZZOEUDYWY VVDFWPDLHUFASTBREAKCVGHVCXLXTE SJOZOATDOUBLETEAMVOXSSDEBODCKV QTPOINTGUARDQHWRPDBOLSZRIRYTNQ KHWWOLNUHPWGYGXTLUHBCLHHZKKMMF ABYOCGYYPKSOHXMXQEOVHAWEBEVEDR DYWNHQCYOQPJAJQPUZIASMBAERAJMW GIAIFDOSBNQOZEYHXEENWDMDEOMBHG GAOVAMCSPULWYLWGHYVRLUWPOKWJTH KFGUTWJUHBACKCOURTNVANPAIJEZTH KNOGWFHFKT RFNNUOGSURYKHSUYKKHG SNKRHXZPZPDOSYMRKJZDUOTSJFPUMZ MTHIWKMKYUBBOWZOYTYVPKFCCIRUAE ZIDIIAGYEAICPGNHBHBACKBOARDAAC SJDDHXRLOWPOSTLKURACYTAXBZDXJR FHYCQDUDQDKCHPRKGEYLRASRNZOCYP OPONOFXYSIETIPJOGEIWDADAFNUAKI UNMTEUOQVPYIDIQZUPYOCREJVLVSPJ LBLRCLRGUMDTPVGUAOLRSAEAKJAKHA ATAUALKTLMDZTOPLRIDIUHYNIUCNBI JAWSAOOREEJOLTREDNWMRDKYVMBNER RQGIEESCEASUOEEGCTCWUWSMWPDCZB CGFIBLMCKPAPRYSPELLQCKMIKBWLIA EFQCNWIMRSAYOJSVUIKW AZPBNAZRIL MACISIBNIEUIKSRBENXHBUMDZLWUOL KIXDAKRIEUEGNKTRCEKDJGJLDLWKBE NUSJNWIKEZINFTTDQPRWIXWCFRQSEN
local classifieds
FOR RENT
BATAVIALOWERONE(1) BEDROOM.Idealforoneperson.Appliances:microwave,fridgeandstove. Cold/hotwaterincluded.Laundryon premise.Nopets,nosmoking,not HUDapproved.Damagedeposit, $700/month.(585)721-5833
OAKFIELDPARKRENTALS: 2bedroommobile.$700month,plussecurity.Includeslotfee.Furnished.No Dogs.585-590-6427.
FORRENT:LEROY -1bdrmupper$650permonthinclheat,water, sewer,garbage.Nopets,NS.Available March1st.Call585-861-0895
SERVICES
AGINGROOF?NEWHOMEOWNER?STORMDAMAGE? You needalocalexpertproviderthat proudlystandsbehindtheirwork. Fast,freeestimate.Financing available.Call1-888-878-9091.Have zipcodeofpropertyreadywhencalling!
Doyouknowwhat’sinyour water? LeafHomeWaterSolutions offersFREEwatertestingandwhole homewatertreatmentsystemsthat canbeinstalledinaslittleoneday. 15%offyourentirepurchase.Plus 10%senior&militarydiscounts.Restrictionsapply.ScheduleyourFREE testtoday.Call1-866-247-5728
GetDISHSatelliteTV+Internet! FreeInstall,FreeHD-DVRUpgrade, 80,000On-DemandMovies,Plus LimitedTimeUpto$600InGift Cards.CallToday!1-866-782-4069
BEAUTIFULBATHUPDATES inas littleasONEDAY!Superiorquality bathandshowersystemsatAFFORDABLEPRICES!Lifetimewarranty& professionalinstalls.CallNow! 1-855-399-2076
Prepareforpoweroutages with Briggs&Stratton PowerProtect(TM) standbygenerators-themostpowerfulhomestandbygenerators available.Industry-leadingcomprehensivewarranty-7years($849value.) ProudlymadeintheU.S.A.CallBriggs &Stratton1-888-605-1496
SAVEONYOURTRAVELPLANS! Upto75%Morethan500AIRLINES and300,000HOTELSacrossthe world.Letusdotheresearchforyou forFREE!Call:877-988-7277
AFFORDABLETV&INTERNET. If youareoverpayingforyourservice, callnowforafreequoteandseehow muchyoucansave!1-855-399-2803
Waterdamagecleanup&restoration: Asmallamountofwatercan leadtomajordamageinyourhome. Ourtrustedprofessionalsdocomplete repairstoprotectyourfamilyandyour home’svalue!Call24/7: 1-888-872-2809.Havezipcodeof servicelocationreadywhenyoucall!
DoyouneedaRooforEnergy EfficientWindows&Help paying forit?YOUMAYQUALIFY THROUGHNEWRELIEFPROGRAMS(800)944-9393orvisit NYProgramFunding.orgtoqualify.Approvedapplicationswillhavethework completedbyarepaircrewprovided by:HOMEOWNERFUNDING.Not affiliatedwithStateorGovPrograms.
JUNKCLEANOUTSERVICES: SAMEDAYSERVICE Ratesstartingat$49. CleanoutofAttics,Cellars, Houses,Barns,etc! Removalgarages,fences,etc. Also,Tree/BrushRemoval FastResponseTime MoneySaving.LowPrices. MasterCardorVisaaccepted. JDJunk&CleanoutService, 585-719-8004
WANTED
ANTIQUESWANTED: Coins. Furniture,Toys,Crocks,OilPaintings, Oil/FarmSigns,PedalTractors.Howard,FOXFARMANTIQUES, 585-226-6160,585-747-0193.
WANTED COINS - CURRENCY USCoins,Currency,Collections HIGHESTPRICESPAID PrivateCollector Honeoye-Pittsford 585-322-5909
BUYING: VintageClothing,1800s1970s,Quilts,Textiles,VintageSewingPatterns,Notions.Antiques.Call 716-225-6883
CHAPPELLSJUNKYARD: Freetowingofyourjunkcars, trucks,vans. WE’RELOCAL! Upto$500cash.Upto$5000for newermodels. 585-394-9450 www.chappellsjunkyard.com
CASHPAID:Antiques&Collectibles wantedtobuy.Especiallyinterestedin tinsigns,advertising,earlypaperwork, oldtoys,militaryitems,hunting& fishing,vintagejewelry,pocket watches,oldradios,lighting,oldbottles,crocks&artglass,primitive furniturew/milkpaint. Knowledgeable&friendly,payingfair pricesforantiques.607-368-6020.
BUYING!!!HIGHEST$$$ PAID! Gold,Silver,Jewelry,Coins,Watches, OldSilverware,Paintings,Antiques, andEstates.LocatedinWarsaw/ Batavia.585-356-4272.
MISC.
HonorYourLovedOne InprintandonlinebypublishinganObituaryinourPassages section.Includescolorphoto. Call: 585-226-8111
STRUGGLINGTOHEAR? Audien Hearingdeliverscrystal-clearsound withaffordable,invisiblehearingaids. Startingat$189!CallNow: 888-760-1015
!!OLDGUITARSWANTED!! GIBSON,FENDER,MARTIN,Etc.1930’s to1980’s.TOPDOLLARPAID.CALL TOLLFREE1-866-433-8277
Webuyhousesforcashasis! No repairs.Nofuss.Anycondition.Easy threestepprocess:Call,getcashoffer &getpaid.Getyourfaircashoffer todaybycallingLizBuysHouses: 1-844-877-5833
Don’tletthestairslimityour mobility! Discovertheidealsolution foranyonewhostrugglesonthestairs, isconcernedaboutafallorwantsto regainaccesstotheirentirehome. CallAmeriGlidetoday! 1-833-399-3595
Homebreak-ins takelessthan60 seconds.Don’twait!Protectyourfamily,yourhome,yourassetsnowforas littleas70¢/day!Call 1-844-591-7951
JacuzziBathRemodel caninstalla new,custombathorshowerinas littleasoneday.Foralimitedtime, wavingALLinstallationcosts!(Additionaltermsapply.Subjecttochange andvarybydealer.Offerends 3/30/25).Call1-844-501-3208
MobileHelpAmerica’s premiermobilemedicalalertsystem.Whether you’rehomeoraway.Forsafety& peaceofmind.Nolongtermcontracts!Freebrochure!1-888-489-3936
Replaceyourroof w/thebestlooking&longestlastingmaterialsteel fromErieMetalRoofs!3styles& multiplecolorsavailable.Guaranteed tolastalifetime!LimitedTimeOffer upto50%offinstall+Additional10% offinstall(military,health&1stresponders.)1-833-370-1234
ConsumerCellular- samereliable, nationwidecoverageasthelargest carriers.Nolong-termcontract,no hiddenfeesfreeactivation.Allplans featureunlimitedtalk&text,starting atjust$20/mo.Call1-877-751-0866
DIRECTVStream -Carriesthemost localMLBGames!ChoicePackage $89.99/mofor12mosStreamon20 devicesatonce.HBOMaxincluded for3mos(w/ChoicePackageor higher.)Nocontractorhiddenfees! Somerestrictionsapply.CallIVS 1-866-859-0405.
WesleyFinancialGroup,LLC TimeshareCancellationExperts Over$50,000,000intimesharedebt &feescancelledin2019.Getfreeinfo package&learnhowtogetridofyour timeshare!Freeconsultations.Over 450positivereviews.833-308-1971
Bath&showerupdates inaslittleas 1day!Affordableprices-Nopayments for18months!Lifetimewarranty& professionalinstalls.Senior&military discountsavailable.1-877-543-9189
Eliminateguttercleaningforever! LeafFilter,themostadvanceddebrisblockinggutterprotection.Schedule freeLeafFilterestimatetoday.20%off EntirePurchase.10%Senior&MilitaryDiscounts.Call1-833-610-1936. Prepareforpoweroutagestoday withaGeneracHomeStandbyGenerator.Actnowtoreceiveafree5-Year warrantywithqualifyingpurchase* Call1-855-948-6176todayto scheduleafreequote.It’snotjusta generator.It’sapowermove.
Becomeapublishedauthor. We wanttoreadyourbook!Dorrance Publishingtrustedsince1920.Consultation,production,promotion&distribution.Callforfreeauthor`sguide 1-877-729-4998orvisitdorranceinfo. com/ads
INJUREDINANACCIDENT? Don’tAccepttheinsurancecompany’s firstoffer.Manyinjuredpartiesare entitledtomajorcashsettlements.Get afreeevaluationtoseewhatyourcase isreallyworth.100%FreeEvaluation. CallNow:1-888-454-4717.Beready withyourzipcodetoconnectwith theclosestprovider
DIRECTV -Allyourentertainment. Nothingonyourroof!Signupfor Directandgetyourfirstthreemonths ofMax,Paramount+,Showtime, Starz,MGM+andCinemaxincluded. Choicepackage$84.99/mo.Some restrictionsapply.CallDIRECTV 1-888-534-6918
ConsumerCellular- thesamereliable,nationwidecoverageasthe largestcarriers.Nolong-termcontract, nohiddenfeesandactivationisfree. Allplansfeatureunlimitedtalkand text,startingatjust$20/month.For moreinformation,call 1-844-919-1682 GetBoostInfinite! UnlimitedTalk, TextandDataForJust$25/mo!The PowerOf35GNetworks,OneLow Price!CallTodayandGetTheLatest iPhoneEveryYearOnUs! 844-329-9391
Friday, March 7 8am-5pm Lunch:
Saturday, March 8 8am-2pm Lunch: Grilled Burgers from Casper Farms
