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should not hesitate to request a vehicle history report as well as all documentation of maintenance that has been performed on the car since sellers have owned it. Consider it a red flag if sellers do not have any paperwork or refuse to provide it.
HOW TO SAFELY NAVIGATE WET ROADS
Leave ample room between vehicles. Because braking quickly on wet roadways can increase the risk of accident, it’s important that drivers leave ample room between their vehicles and the vehicles in front of them. Afford other drivers the space to brake slowly just like you hope the drivers behind you are doing. Avoid overcrowded roadways during especially wet weather.
I cannot write of things which even impassioned breath cannot utter. Autumn is coming with its days of gold, its days of reverie and of you—oh, such delightful hours that my heart burns within me at the anticipation.
~Byron Caldwell Smith, letter to Kate Stephens
Upcycling: Transforming the ‘Old’ into a Better ‘New’ Turn old or discarded furniture, cabinets and doors into fresh new creations through “upcycling” -- high-end “recycling” that reduces trash at landfills by refurbishing or repurposing existing pieces, often enhancing the value.
Family furniture: Save chairs, tables, and other furniture passed down through the generations by doing repairs, if needed, and staining/painting to suit your current decor.
We also do All Forms of On-Site Auctions @ your location. In person or online! Heavy Equipment/Trailers
5810 Goodale Rd., Canandaigua • Open 9am-5pm • Closed Sun. • Auctions online weekly! Auctions are viewed nationwide with local pick up and worldwide shipping.
125TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH RIBBON CUTTING FOR NEW ADDITION AT 2:00 PM
DATE: OCTOBER 11TH, 2024
TIME: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
318 FORT HILL AVE., CANANDAIGUA, NY
RSVP to Laurie M. at 585-394-0965 ext. 5
We welcome Elected Officials, Ontario County Historical Society and YOU to a reception honoring this milestone event.
We are hiring a “per diem” Cook! Call 394-0965 opt. 2
HOW TO DISCUSS A CANCER DIAGNOSIS WITH YOUR EMPLOYER Work with your human resources department. Human resources professionals can help cancer patients learn about programs the company may offer and the resources at their disposal as they navigate this sudden change in their lives. HR professionals also can offer insight into how the company has dealt with cancer diagnoses in the past, including information on flexible working arrangements, such as reduced hours or remote working options.
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vendors come together to display and sell their wares, on your weekend schedule. Handcrafted items make thoughtful and unique gifts, which can be tucked away for giving later in the year.
Booths at these types of events tend to be diverse. Spend the
or home-crafted artisanal soaps. Those eager to enhance their homes’ décor may find unique
PEST CONTROL
Cutworms: The lawn care experts at Scotts® note that cutworms are moth larvae that hide in the thatch layer of a lawn during the day before emerging at night to feed on grass blades. Patches of brown grass between one and two inches in width is a sign of cutworm infestation. Homeowners who notice a growing number of birds pecking away in their lawns may have a cutworm infestation, which can be confirmed by peeling up a section of damaged grass and looking for cutworms, which are brown, gray or black and tend to be around two inches long.
Leaky windows and doorways can cost homeowners money year-round, allowing cold air to escape on hot summer afternoons and letting cold air in on brisk winter nights. When such leaks aren’t fixed, homeowners are more liable to turn up their air conditioners or heaters, unnecessarily padding their energy bills along the way. Before winter arrives, check areas around windows and door frames for leaks, as well as any additional openings, such as chimneys, that may allow cold air in. Use caulk or weather strips to plug these leaks, and enjoy your warmer home and lower energy bills as winter weather gets
and
I think the true gardener is a lover of his flowers, not a critic of
I think the true gardener is the reverent servant of Nature, not her truculent, wife-beating master. I think the true gardener, the older he grows, should more and more develop a humble, grateful and uncertain spirit. ~Reginald Farrer, In a Yorkshire Garden, 1909
DID YOU KNOW?
Data from the GLSEN® 2019 National School Climate Survey indicates that 59 percent of LGBTQ students felt unsafe at school because of their sexual orientation. Roughly one-third of LGBTQ students indicated they had missed at least one entire day of school in the month preceding their participation in the survey because they felt unsafe or uncomfortable,while just under 9 percent admitted missing four or more days during that span. The survey consisted of more than 16,000 students between the ages of 13 and 21 and represented students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and Guam. Results from the 2021 survey will be available in fall 2022. Spirit Day is an effort to highlight and support programming that counters the dangerous effects of bullying of LGBTQ youth. More information about Spirit Day, including how to participate and support LGBTQ youth, can be found at www.glaad.org/spiritday.
that season of peculiar and inexhaustible influence on
mind
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that season which has drawn from every poet, worthy of being read, some attempt at description, or some lines of feeling. She occupied her mind as much as possible in such like musings and quotations...
~Jane Austen
Some women who have a high risk of breast cancer may choose to have a risk-reducing mastectomy (the removal of both breasts when there are no signs of cancer). The risk of breast cancer is much lower in these women and most feel less anxious about their risk of breast cancer. However, it is very important to have a cancer risk assessment and counseling about the different ways to prevent breast cancer before making this decision.
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3 strategies that can lower breast cancer risk
Breast cancer affects millions of individuals each year. e World Cancer Research Fund International reports that breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women across the globe, affecting roughly 2.3 million women each year.
Despite the global prevalence of breast cancer, various organizations report high five-year survival rates, particularly among women whose cancers are detected in the earliest stages of the disease. In fact, a 2023 study published in the journal BMJ found that the risk for dying from breast cancer in the five years a er an early-stage diagnosis fell to 5 percent in recent years, a notable improvement from the 14 percent risk of death that was reported in the 1990s.
Increased survival rates for breast cancer are welcome news for women and their families. e higher survival rates are a byproduct of the tireless efforts of cancer researchers, who have also discovered links between the disease and certain lifestyle factors. ough there's no way to eliminate one's risk for breast cancer entirely, the American Cancer Society notes certain variables are within women's control. With that in mind, women can consider these three strategies that can lead to improved overall health and might help women lower their risk for breast cancer as well.
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Reach and maintain a healthy weight. e benefits of maintaining a healthy weight include a lower risk for heart disease and stroke, and women should know that weight and breast cancer risk are linked as well. According to the ACS, increased body weight and weight gain as an adult are linked to a higher risk of developing breast cancer. at’s particularly so among post-menopausal women. A 2023 study published in the journal BMC Women’s Health found that the chances of developing breast cancer increase among post-menopausal women who are obese.
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Avoid a sedentary lifestyle. Exercise is one of the ways to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, so it makes sense that being physically active can reduce breast cancer risk. e National Cancer Institute reports that a 2016 meta-analysis of 38 cohort studies found that the most physically active women had between a 12 and 21 percent lower risk for breast cancer than women who were the least physically active. e NCI also notes that additional studies have found that women who become more physically active a er menopause also have a lower risk for breast cancer than those who do not.
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Limit or eliminate alcohol consumption. e ACS urges women who drink to consume no more than one alcoholic drink per day, noting that consumption of even small amounts of alcohol have been linked to an increased risk for breast cancer. Officials with the MD Anderson Cancer Center note that the link between alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk is low. However, the MDACC notes that alcohol can contribute to unwanted weight gain, thus increasing cancer risk. In addition, alcohol can increase levels of estrogen and other hormones associated with breast cancer.
It may be impossible to completely prevent breast cancer. However, women can embrace strategies that improve their overall health in ways that lower their risk for breast cancer.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
CREEKSIDE STORAGE
8919 Main St., Honeoye, NY
is selling miscellaneous household goods from the storage unit of Erica Cole, Unit #36 and Kyle Snyder, Unit #37. Sealed bids requested. Contents will be available for inspection day of sale: Friday,
October 11th
Starting at 11am 8919 Main St., Honeoye, NY
Payment in cash; items to be removed day of sale. Delinquent tenants may collect items by paying balance in full by 10/11/24.
DID YOU KNOW?
According to the Lupus Foundation of America, 90 percent of people living with lupus are women. Most women who develop lupus do so between the ages of 15 and 44. Lupus is an autoimmune disease, which means that it causes the immune system to attack healthy cells and tissues by mistake.The LFAreports that one-third of lupus patients suffer from multiple autoimmune diseases.
Well, it’s a marvelous night for a moondance
With the stars up above in your eyes
A fantabulous night to make romance
’Neath the cover of October skies And all the leaves on the trees are falling
To the sound of the breezes that blow
And I’m trying to please to the calling
Of your heartstrings that play soft and low...
~Van Morrison, “Moondance,” recorded 1969
With collective bargaining conflicts rising again, this time with talk of strikes and walkouts of dockworkers at dozens of US ports potentially on the horizon, do you think we will face supply chain issues again this year?
- Yes
- No
Poll ends 10-08-2024
Poll ended 10-01-2024
The autumnal equinox marks the first day of fall in the Northern Hemisphere. What is your take on fall?
50.0% It’s my favorite season. Bring on all things fall.
38.9% It’s too short, sandwiched between summer’s heat and winter’s bitter cold 11.1% I’m indifferent.
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BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson
* Use a turkey baster to "squirt" pancake batter into your frying pan. Mix the batter as normal and unscrew the top of the baster to load. You can use it to make letters for fun kids' breakfasts. No drips!
* If you have trouble opening the lid on glass jars, try using a pair of standard dishwashing gloves. ey work to grip both the lid and the jar. ey work especially well if your hands are the least bit moist.
- D.Y. in Pennsylvania
Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
By Fifi Rodriguez
1. MOVIES: Which animated film was the first to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture?
2. SCIENCE: What is a common name for the Aurora Borealis?
3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the third U.S. president?
4. GEOGRAPHY: Where are the Maldives (islands) located?
5. MUSIC: Who was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
6. TELEVISION: What is Dorothy’s job on “The Golden Girls”?
7. MATH: Which number doesn’t have a Roman numeral equivalent?
8. LITERATURE: In the Harry Potter series of novels, what was Lord Voldemort’s name before he changed it?
9. ANIMAL KINGDOM: Which dog breed doesn’t “bark”?
10. FAMOUS QUOTES: Who wrote the poetic line about fall, “Nature’s first green is gold”?
Answers
1. “Beauty and the Beast.”
2. Northern Lights.
3. Thomas Jefferson.
4. Indian Ocean.
5. Aretha Franklin.
6. Substitute teacher.
7. Zero.
8. Tom Marvolo Riddle.
9. Basenji.
10. Robert Frost, “Nothing Gold Can Stay.”
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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Multiple Myeloma Patients Can Live Longer With Proper Treatment
DEAR DR. ROACH: Can someone have diffuse multiple myeloma with serious symptoms (like bone pain, pale skin, amber-colored urine, constipation, fatigue, insomnia, excessive sweating, and dizziness) and still be alive after four years? -- J.O.
ANSWER: Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer of the bone marrow. The cells in the bone marrow (called plasma cells) stop responding as they should and make large amounts of antibodies. Unfortunately, these antibodies don’t help you fight off infections; they consist of a single clone that usually doesn’t have any discernible activity. What myeloma does do is crowd out the rest of the cells in the bone marrow so that the person can’t make adequate red blood cells (causing pale skin and dizziness), blood-clotting cells (predisposing people to bleeding), and other immune system cells. This puts a person at a high risk for infection. The myeloma cells can get into the bone and cause bone pain. The high metabolic activity can also cause dizziness and sweating, and many cancers cause more nonspecific symptoms like fatigue, insomnia and constipation. Myeloma can also damage the kidney.
Although myeloma is generally considered incurable, new treatments have greatly improved the prognosis. In people with the standard type of myeloma, survival is eight years with the usual treatment. With a stem-cell transplant, survival with average-risk myeloma is over 12 years. Some highly aggressive forms of myeloma have a much worse survival rate.
I don’t have enough information to tell whether you have standard or high-risk myeloma. Your symptoms suggest that your disease isn’t under good control. But the majority of people treated with the best available treatments do live longer than four years.
The end of the year is approaching, and your insurance benefits are running
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Dr. Julie Labrecque
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NationalBOOKMonth
1817 | Harper Bros. was founded in NYC Palmer Putnam and John Wiley established one of America's first major publishing houses in what would later become the center of the publishing industry: New York City.
1. Start a new book One of the best ways to celebrate National Book Month is by opening a book you've never read before.
2. Share an old book Take one of your favorites and share it with someone.
3. Post on social media #NationalBookMonth
1439 | Printing press sparks a revolution Johannes Gutenberg began work on his printing press — the first with mechanical movable type. The ability to print anything quickly sparked the Printing Revolution, where knowledge and ideas spread around the world. How to observe National Book Month:
Four 5’ x 7’ BARN RUGS. Avon. 585-503-7083
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3 SCREEN DOORS, 32’ X 80’, one vinyl, two wood. With handles, hinges, and spring closer. Text only please. 585-278-5100
5TH WHEEL TRAILER. Good for hunting cabin. Must pick up. Corfu. 585-604-0006
Large PLASTIC DOG KENNEL and RED BRICKS. You haul / pick up. 585-764-3525
21” Toro CORDLESS ELECTRIC MOWER, charger, extra blade, adapter plug and collection bag. You pick up. 585-705-6354
COMPUTER PARTS, lots of memory sticks, motherboard, (2) 10” tablets for parts. Must take all. 585-748-1179
MASON / BALL CANNING JARS - (11) quart jars, (9) two cup jars, no rings, or lids. Must take all. 585-748-1179
Black VariDesk Pro Plus 36” STANDING DESKTOP CONVERTER with dual monitor arms. Heavy. East Bloomfield. Texts only, please. 315-753-2193
FLOOR CLOCK, 6’ tall. Needs repair. Text only. 585- 730-0869
Two one-gallon cans of natural color. Unopened. Rush area. mrssiberfile@aol.com
Heavy duty OUTDOOR ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR for a handicapped person. Needs batteries. You pick up. 585-223-2612 or 315-9869405
CAR BIKE RACK - holds two bikes. Needs trailer hitch. Good condition. 585-455-6116
Perfectly preserved ROBIN’S NEST with two eggs for science class or nature study. Text 585-813-2671
Large bag of PINECONES for crafting. Please text. 585-314-1548
BOOKS IN GERMAN (mostly novels I think). 585-233-5625
FULL SIZE COUCH (99”) and LOVE SEAT (55”), good condition, no rips/tears. Beige/tan. W/pillows. You pick up in Rush. 585-533-1223 20 Green CHOIR ROBES with yellow stoles. 585-356-9941
UPRIGHT PIANO. Old heavy beast. Would be cool to gut and repurpose as desk, etc. lyndaleebee@gmail.com
SWING SET in very good condition. Picture available upon request. You disassemble. 585-317-4821
OUTBACK BIKE RACK - Mounts in standard trailer 2” receiver. Holds two bikes. Good condition. Text please 585-746-1798
Two small PET STEPS for ailing pets to get up on bed/couch. TEXT PLEASE. 585-315-0563
Guidelines:
COBALT BLUE WINE BOTTLES for garden bottle tree. sunny14586. jw@gmail.com
3-5 CONCRETE PAVERS for under raised garden. 2 ft. by 3 or 4 ft. We will remove. Please text. 585-416-3530
RECLINER in good, clean condition. No pets. For senior. marge_ behl@yahoo.com
Two older WEIGHT BENCHES, 2 bars, dumbbell bars, tricep bar, and over 300 pounds of weights. 585-243-5412
RELIABLE CAR for medical apts and job. Graciously needed. Brockport to city several times a week. 585-287-0624
DOG FOOD, CAT FOOD, CAT LITTER, and TIMOTHY HAY. holdfort@ rochester.rr.com
Cooperstown Dream Field TRADING PINS and POKÉMON CARDS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
Heavy duty SHELVING, tall DRESSERS, END TABLES, FLOOR LAMPS, FLOOR FANS, RECLINER CHAIR, FILE CABINETS w/lock & key and small CARPETS. 585-424-0732
Any SPORTS COLLECTIBLES, good pair of size 8/9 MEN’S WINTER BOOTS, Buffalo Bills WINTER HAT AND GLOVES, lightweight and foldable RASCAL SCOOTERS, COSTUME JEWELRY. Call 585-415-8513.
COMIC BOOKS. Will pick up, any & all, any amount & condition. Call or text 585-260-0437
Any beater CAR for travel to and from work. Only one vehicle in the household. Needed security for wife and children. 585-729-1259
ADULT NUTRITION/MEAL REPLACEMENT DRINKS. Brand unimportant. Lakeville. Call or text 585-649-8706
ELECTRIC LEAF BLOWER in good condition, CAR RAMPS and CROCHET SET. 585-507-8788
Looking for ‘70s/’80s/’90s Rock and Roll 8 TRACK TAPES, CASSETTES, and VINYL RECORDS. gzintel1967@gmail.com
XL DOG CRATE & DOG CARRIER. 585-507-8788
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Wood Library
134 North Main St., Canandaigua 585-394-1381, woodlibrary@owwl.org www.woodlibrary.org
Hours: Mon. to Thurs. 9am-9pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm
[T]hat old September feeling... of summer passing, vacation nearly done, obligations gathering, books and football in the air.... Another fall, another turned page: there was something of jubilee in that annual autumnal beginning, as if last year’s mistakes and failures had been wiped clean by summer.
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Applesareoneofthemostwidelygrown tree fruits and become available for picking in early fall. They can be put to use in all differenttypesoffoodapplicationsfrom desserts to sauces to beverages. As a stand-alone snack,applesareahealthysource ofantioxidantsandfiber.
Take-outSpaghettiDinner at the UnitedMethodistChurchof Livonia,21SummerSt,Livoniaon Wednesday,October9,4:306:00PM(oruntilsoldout).Spaghetti,sauce,meatballs,undressed salad,andgarlicbread.Donations accepted.
Skin abnormalities: Breast cancer may cause the skin on the breast to redden, dry out, flake, or thicken.
Magic Maze
Each mumbered 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.
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DID YOU KNOW?
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reports that mushrooms contain about 15 vitamins and minerals, including folate magnesium, potassium, vitamin B6, and zinc. Mushrooms also are low in calories and rich in antioxidants, which can help to lower risk for inflammation.
MBY SUZIE WELLS
Mari a Ses ler
Inspiring Kindness and Inclusivity, One Story at a Time
arissa Sessler’s journey into the world of creative writing is deeply rooted in her family heritage and personal experiences. Growing up in and around Philadelphia, Sessler found early inspiration from her grandmothers, both of whom played significant roles in nurturing her love for the written word.
Herfirstwritingmemoryiswritingpoemswithhermaternal grandmother, who continues to create and inspire at 97 years young, while her paternal grandmother, a former English teacher, encouraged her grandchildren to explore their creative potential. is strong foundation in storytelling and artistic expression became a driving force for Sessler as she navigated her life and career.
Sessler attended Syracuse University, where she pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and International Relations. It was here that she met her husband, a native of the Finger Lakes region. Following several years of living in Brooklyn a er college, the couple relocated to the Rochester area to start their family. Sessler currently works full-time in Management Consulting, balancing her professional career with her creative writing pursuits, writing on nights and weekends while her oneyear-old daughter sleeps.
Today, her daughter serves as a new source of inspiration. During her maternity leave in 2023, Sessler penned her debut children’s book, Brooklyn and the Blueberry, a heartwarming tale inspired by both her daughter and her loyal dog, Brooklyn, whom she describes as “a gentle 85lb giant who was by my side throughout my pregnancy and now is my daughter’s loyal companion.” e story, which emphasizes the power of friendship and inclusivity, carries a lesson that is especially important to Sessler as a new mother. “As a mom, I want to inspire my daughter and other children to be kind, welcoming, and loyal friends,” she shares.
Sessler loves to write in local coffee shops as well as in the comfort of her home. She connects with writing communities online and says it’s been wonderful to make connections and encourage each other on their unique writing journeys.
Much of her writing for the new book took place “on the notes app on my phone during the late nights of early motherhood,” and then was refined over time thanks to her supportive network of friends, family, and colleagues who
provided feedback on early dra s. Sessler also thanks her publisher, Hailey Glynn of Growing with Glynn Press, and illustrator Victoria Mikki, for helping bring her story to life.
rough her stories, Sessler hopes to connect with readers, particularly parents and children, by delivering meaningful messages in a relatable, engaging way. rough a silly and unlikelyfriendshipbetweenadogandablueberry, Brooklyn and the Blueberry encourages young readers to embrace differences and forge friendships that transcend appearance. “Friendship is so powerful and can make a difference in the lives of all people, but especially little ones,” she says, adding “the world can feel overwhelming and scary at times, and the support and connection from a friend can make all the difference in brightening an individual’s experience.”
For aspiring writers, Sessler offers simple yet profound advice: “Just do it!” She emphasizes that it’s important not to let fear or hesitation prevent someone from telling their story. “If you have a story to tell, tell it! Creating art is such an incredible way to leave our marks in the world and it is so uniquely human. We have the ability to inspire individuals to think, create, and be curious. at is a gi .”
As she looks toward the future, Marissa Sessler hopes to continue writing more adventures for Brooklyn and the Blueberry, while maintaining her role as a devoted wife and mother. Above all, she is committed to making the world a kinder, more inclusive place, one story at a time.
Stop out at 11am on October 5th to Barnes & Noble at Eastview Mall to enjoy Sessler’s reading, activity, and book signing.
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STORIES
Marissa Sessler and her book
Fair Housing Statement
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ACCLIMATING TO A NEW NEIGHBORHOOD
For a number of people, this may be the year they relocate to a new home or apartment. The moving rate in the United States has remained steady since 2008, with roughly 12 percent of the population relocating each year according to reports from the U.S. Census Bureau. Movement to the suburbs continues to be high, and renters tend to move more frequently than others. People who move cite a new job or a job transfer as one of the primary motivators to relocate. Acclimating to a new home and neighborhood after a move can be challenging. Even after boxes have been unpacked and items put away, some people still feel unsettled. It could be because one of the most important parts of being in a new house is feeling at home. That involves meeting neighbors, having friends over for dinner and knowing all of the local haunts that help solidify a homeowner as a true member of his or her new neighborhood. It can take time to establish feeings of belonging.
Fair Housing Enforcement Project Monroe County Legal Assistance Center 1 W. Main Street Rochester, NY 14614 (585) 325-2500 • www.lawny.org
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
...I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house. So I have spent almost all the daylight hours in the open air.
~Nathaniel Hawthorne, 10th October 1842
SOUND CONTROL KEY TO A CALM, RELAXING
HOME
Inside and out, life can be loud. Retreat from the hustle and bustle of the world by making your home, or specific rooms within it, a calm, relaxingsanctuary.
There’s a room in every house that could benefit from greater sound control, whether it’s a home theater, music room, studio, home office, children’s play room, bathroom, mechanical, or laundry room.Insulatingproperlywillallow you to really enjoy your home that much more and achieve a higher level of comfort.
Experts suggest selecting a dense insulation with a non-directional fiber structure to combat airborne noise such as music, speech and foot traffic. This insulation material creates an excellent sound barrier that effectively absorbs noise and reduces the transfer of sound waves from one room to another. Its resistance to fire is an added benefit that also adds passive fire protection to your home, a type of fire precaution that is part of the core of the building and will help controlfirebylimitingitsspread. Certain sound dampening measures, such as carpeting, might also help alleviate echo and reverberation, as will acoustic panels that prevent sound reflections throughout a room. With basic DIY skills, you can simply and affordably construct your own acoustic panels using a stone wool rigid board which is effective at reducing the intensity andpropagationofnoise.
DUMPSTER RENTAL
BRIGHTER
Thank you for paying it forward!
A big THANK YOU to the woman behind my husband and I in line last Saturday for the big craft event. We traveled quite far to attend and were told there was no admission fee and had not brought cash with us. Turns out there was a cash only admission fee and we were told we could enter the grounds to access an ATM and come back and pay. But before we could do so the woman behind us quietly and generously paid for both my husband and my admission as well as for her friend! We thanked her there but it really meant a lot to be given this kindness and wanted to thank her again. Hope she reads this!
Balloons Blow
VENT
I cringe watching another balloon release in memory of a family’s loved one on the news almost every week. Yes, losing a loved one is tragic but balloons don’t just disappear in the heavens, out of sight and out of mind. They come back down to earth, polluting land and water, killing wildlife and causing power outages. Don’t be ignorant; please use other environmentally safe alternatives: blow bubbles, release flowers or petals in water, plant a tree or native flowers, use pinwheels or other stationary decorations. City or Town laws should be put in place to prevent balloon releases.
Billionaires
Team Dominos
On 9/27, I went to a local pizza place with my grand-nephew. Upon entering, the busy staff exclaimed welcoming greetings. Due to time constraints, I had to exit without placing an order! Upon exiting, the team again exclaimed kind farewells. I actually was astounded and wanted to go back in again just to tell them how heartwarming their hospitality impressed me. It restored my faith that “customer care” is still thriving at this local shop. Love the pizza and the offers!!
I can’t understand why people can be proud of being a billionaire or why people admire them. It only proves how selfish they are. If you are a person who really cares about others, you can always find a charity that does good for the deserving, such as charities that help save the lives of children or organizations that find water so people can grow their own food and bathe. There are so many charities that do really good work and help make this planet a better place for all of us to live. You don’t usually accumulate even several million dollars if you truly do your best to share. I grew up in a family that didn’t have much money because my siblings were not the healthiest, but my parents always gave to others who were in need. The world would be a better place if people cared about others and less about accumulating a lot of things they really don’t need.
Penny Saver
Meet Babygirl
Baby is a calico Ragdoll that decorates our lives daily! Her playful personality and sweet temperment make her a perfect family farm addition.
PAW’S CORNER
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Or, Mail to: PO Box 340, Avon, NY 14414. Pets will be published at discretion of GVPS.
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT GREYHOUNDS
Greyhounds are very fast. Some retired racing greyhounds can hit speeds as high as 45 miles per hour. While they only achieve such speeds for very short periods of time, that’s still pretty fast.
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Submit at: gvpennysaver.com under Share With Us or mail to: P.O. Box 340, Avon, NY 14414. Pets will be published at discretion of GVPS.
By Sam Marzotta
TICKS ARE STILL OUT WELL INTO FALL
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My dog “Austin” was recently diagnosed with Lyme disease. He’s responding very well to treatment with antibiotics. Still, I’m wracking my brain as to how he was exposed. I check him for ticks every time we go out hiking, and I’ve never found one. I avoid trails in the deep woods during the summer months, when there’s a lot of brush and ticks are out. What can I do to protect him from another tick bite? -- Zack in Asheville, North Carolina
DEAR ZACK: I’m glad to hear Austin is on the mend! Lyme disease in dogs can be very debilitating.
e most important tool in the tick-fighting arsenal is prevention. Use a flea and tick preventive treatment -- like a topical ointment or a chewable medication -- to arm your dog in advance of going outside. Oral treatments o en have the added advantage of heartworm medication to prevent this dangerous transmitted disease in dogs from fleas and mosquitoes.
Avoiding the deep woods in summer is one way to reduce the chance of acquiring a tick (or three, or four), but ticks can lurk right in your yard and around the neighborhood. Keep the lawn mowed and brush trimmed back, and remove any debris piles around your property. Vacuum carpets weekly and sweep and mop the floors regularly.
Check Austin every day for ticks, even on days that you don’t go out hiking. It’s not unheard of to miss a tick in a dog’s fur, before it’s latched on to the skin -- and you have a 48-hour window to locate and remove an attached tick before Lyme exposure occurs.
Finally, talk to the vet about whether a Lyme vaccine would be a good choice for your dog.
Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.
FLACRA is growing and adding positions!
Walk-in/Open Interviews!
Wednesdays, 10am-2pm in the Human Resources Office
440 Professional Park, Cli on Springs, NY 14432
We have immediate openings for:
• Registered Nurses
• Licensed Practical Nurses
• LMSW, OT and other licensed staff
• Counselors • Peer Advocates
• Behavioral Health Technicians
• Cleaners and more!
Competitive Pay Career Development Educational Opportunities
Learn more about our agency and how you can help us to save lives.
For additional information applicants may contact FLACRA Human Resources at 315-462-9116 or email resume@flacra.org
LEAVING A JOB GRACEFULLY
Train your replacement and prepare final assignments. Volunteer to train or assist with getting your replacement set up. If you have any outstanding projects or documents, be sure to tie up any loose ends before leaving. Leave behind instructions or a guidebook if you think it will help your replacement perform their duties more effectively.
COOK
Clark Manor House Assisted Living is searching for a relief cook. We are a 16 bed facility that acts like a big family. No evenings or nights required. Experience in a commercial kitchen or similar setting a plus. Must pass a background check.
For more information call 394-0965 opt 2 or email Administrator Emmalie Beaman ebeaman@clarkmanorhouse.org
Solo practitioner with a focus in estate administration and litigation is seeking to hire a Legal Assistant/Entry-Level Paralegal Must be eager to learn and grow with the practice. Qualifications: Proficient with Microso Word and Outlook (calendar and mail) and have the ability to work from home, but also travel, if necessary. e ideal candidate will have at least some legal knowledge/background and must be a notary public or, willing and able to obtain notary license in a timely fashion. Applicants can email their resumes to: eedeeryesq18@outlook.com
JOBS FOR STUDENTS PROFICIENT IN MA
Stockbroker: Stockbrokers purchase and sell stocks, bonds and other securities. Exchanging large sums of money involves a strong command of math.
GROWING Greatness IN AVON
Placer, Operator and Maintenance roles available.
Pay range for production roles:
$17.51-$21.89/hr.
Pay range for maintenance roles:
$32.68-$37.12/hr.
Hiring for all shifts.
Competitive benefits and shift differentials.
HOW WOMEN CAN KEEP THEIR CAREERS GOING FORWARD
Define career expectations. Defining career expectations early on can be beneficial in various ways. Such expectations can guide career choices and provide a road map that women can utilize to stay the professional course. This can help women make decisions about their careers when they come to forks in the road. For example, if a path to promotion seems blocked, women can examine their established career expectations to help them decide if it’s time to seek new employment. Defining career expectations also can help women effectively communicate with mentors about their goals, and mentors can then use that information when offering guidance. Expectations need not be concrete, and it’s likely they will change over time. But they can serve as an important foundation for anyone from young female professionals to experienced executives looking to make changes or determine the next step in their careers.
STRANGE BUT TRUE
By Lucie Winborne
* It’s illegal to kill Bigfoot in British Columbia. That is, if you ever actually run across him.
* The earliest toothpaste was made in ancient Egypt from crushed pepper, rock salt and dried flowers. No, it wasn’t particularly effective.
* Speaking of toothpaste, that blob on your toothbrush is called a nurdle.
* Chimpanzees can identify each other from pictures of their butts.
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