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Keep tires properly inflated. Properly inflated tires reduce drag on the engine. Engine drag makes the vehicle work hard to move, and that wastes fuel. But the type of tires a vehicle has also can affect how efficiently it uses fuel. According to the Transportation Research Board, tires that reduce rolling resistance by 10 percent can improve gas mileage by as much as 2 percent. While that figure might seem insignificant, that 2 percent savings can add up to a substantial amount of money for commuters who spend 50 minutes every day getting to and from work.

WAYS TO MAKE HOMES SAFER

Improving traction around the house also can minimize falls. Throw rugs and runners can be made more secure with nonslip rubber backings. Bath rugs can reduce slipping on wet surfaces in the bathroom. Also, nonslip mats can be used inside of showers and bathtubs.

Use shoe trays to reduce puddling from melting snow or rain runoff in entryways. Mop up spills quickly, and consider the use of matteor textured-finished flooring to improve stability underfoot.

Promptly remove snow and ice from driveways and walkways. For those who live in cold climates, heated concrete can help melt precipitation before it accumulates.

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It’s important to expect the unexpected when embarking on home renovations. Budgeting for hidden costs, expecting delays and coping with the upheaval to daily schedules are par for the remodeling course. However, the end result is often well worth the time and effort.

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

HOW TO AVOID THE COLD COMFORT OF A DRAFTY HOUSE

For those who live in older homes, the transition to colder weather can be extra disheartening, as the vision of expensive heating bills, chilly rooms and drafty windows dance in their heads. However, it’s easy to change the outlook fromcoldtocozywithafewsimple DIY solutions.

The most effective way to improve the comfort level in your home is to properly insulate. Insulation can beinadequateinolderhomes.Over time, it can settle and compact, creating gaps. Topping up attic insulation will help keep the warm air in, reducing heating bills and preventing stress on your furnace. For easy installation, homeowners andprofessionalsalikerecommend a stone wool batt insulation. For attics, aim for an r-value of R-50 or adepthof16inches.

A little preparation can go a long way to keep the cold at bay. Seal out drafts by replacing worn weatherstripping and caulking along windows, doors, baseboards, and trim. For other ways to beat the cold, consider inexpensive window insulation kits along with thicker drapes, and don’t forget to reverse ceiling fans to push warm air back down.

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When working with chemicals and other products that have strong odors and/or emit particulates into the air, make sure you do so in well-ventilated areas. This will help dissipate the smell and prevent inhalation of concentrated chemical substances. Masks guard against dust, pollen and some other microscopic particles and may not provide enough protection, depending on the job. The Home Depot suggests using particulate or filtration respirators when performing tasks, such as sanding, where you might be exposed to particles. Gas and vapor respirators offer protection against additional substances.

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MOMENTS IN TIME

On April 24, 1945, President Harry Truman learns the full details of the Manhattan Project, in which scientists are attempting to create the first atomic bomb. The project was so secret that the former vice president only learned of it after President Franklin Roosevelt’s death. (The History Channel)

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The University of Maryland Extension notes that stripe smut primarily poses a threat to Kentucky bluegrass that is older than three years. Pale green streaks that run parallel to the veins in the leaves and leaf sheaths are symptomatic of stripe smut, which tends to be noticed in spring and fall, when weather is cool. As the disease progresses, stripes turn black or a silvery gray, causing the leaf blade to shred and curl. After the blades have shred, they turn brown and die. The grass thins because stripe smut makes it vulnerable to problems like drought.

Get professional advice: Many homeowners are under the impression that doing the work themselves can save a considerable amount of money. This may be the case for homeowners with renovation experience. But by and large, professional contractors are an asset to any renovation. They can provide a realistic overview of the project, map out projected costs, point out areas that could be troublesome, and may have industry contacts that can keep supply costs low.Even if a homeowner will do a portion of the job, a contractor can do the bulk of the work and keep the project on budget.

Does Your Family Have a Fire Escape Plan? (Family Features) When a home fire occurs, you have very little time to get out. A working smoke alarm doubles your chances of survival, yet more than twenty percent of American homes are without them. Energizer and the International Association of Fire Chiefs teamed up to address this problem by providing vital fire safety information to families.

Make a Plan Installing smoke alarms on every level of the home and developing a plan of escape can give your family precious minutes to get out and get to safety. Draw a floor plan of your home and sketch exit routes out of every room. Make sure you have a fire escape ladder long enough to reach the ground from upstairs rooms. Assign an outside meeting place, so you can quickly locate each other

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne

* In 1911, Elmer McCurdy robbed a passenger train he thought contained thousands of dollars, and was shot by lawmen after making off with just $46. His unclaimed corpse was then embalmed and sold to a traveling carnival. It would be used as a prop or attraction in haunted houses and wax museums for the next 66 years (even showing up on the set of “The Six Million Dollar Man”), until he was finally buried at the famous Boot Hill cemetery in Dodge City, Kansas.

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How does PA help farmers? Each situation is unique, but the principles of PA can help farmers access a wealth of information. It might have been possible to access such information in the past, but PA has sped up the process and made it more handsoff, allowing farmers to save both time and money. PA technology can help farmers maintain accurate records of their farms; inform their decisions; make it easier to detect and identify problems, sometimes before they escalate into larger issues; and avoid potentially costly mistakes.

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Nutritional benefits of dairy: Dairy products are nutrient-dense and great sources of protein,calcium and vitamins.Protein builds and repairs muscle tissue; carbohydrates in milk provide energy; and calcium and phosphorous can help strengthen bones and teeth. Vitamin D helps promote the absorption of calcium. Dairy also contains riboflavin, vitamin A, pantothenic acid, potassium and niacin. One eight-ounce serving of milk contains the recommended daily values of these nutrients based on guidelines from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION HONEOYE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOWN OF RICHMOND, COUNTIES OF ONTARIO AND LIVINGSTON, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Honeoye Central School District, in Ontario and Livingston County, New York, will be held in the Honeoye Central School building in the LGI in the said District on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:00 pm prevailing time, for the presentation of the budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. e budget will be available for review on April 23, 2024 online at www.honeoye.org or at the Honeoye Central School building District Office.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Annual Meeting and Election [hereina er “Annual Meeting”] of the qualified voters of the Honeoye Central School District will be held at the Honeoye Central School District on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 between the hours of 8:00 am and 9:00 pm, at the Honeoye Central School in the Auditorium Foyer, at which time the polls will be opened to vote by voting ballot or machine upon the following items:

PROPOSITION NO. 1 2024-2025 Budget

Shall the budget for the Honeoye Central School District (the “District”) for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025 be approved and the required funds be appropriated and the necessary real property taxes required shall be raised by a tax on the taxable property in the District to be levied and collected as required by law.

PROPOSITION NO. 2 Honeoye Public Library

Shall the Board of Education of the Honeoye Central School District, pursuant to Education Law ß259, be approved to levy and collect an annual tax, year a er year, separate and apart from the annual school district budget which shall be paid to the Honeoye Public Library for the support and maintenance of the library; with the appropriated amount to be the annual appropriation until therea er modified by a future vote of the electors of the Honeoye Central School District?

BOARD of EDUCATION ELECTION

To elect three (3) members of the Board of Education each for a three (3) year term commencing July 1, 2024, and expiring on June 30, 2027, to succeed James Helling, Jerald Passer and Tori Penrod-Clark whose terms expire on June 30 of this year.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of the statement of the amount of money that will be required to fund the School District’s budget for 2024-25, exclusive of public monies, may be obtained on April 23, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or holiday, at the Honeoye Central School District Office or on line at www.honeoye.org.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be filed with the Clerk of said School District at the Honeoye Central School District Office, no later than 5:00 pm on Monday, April 22, 2024. Each petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the District and shall be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District, and must state the name and residence of the candidate and the signers. e District shall fill such vacant seats at large with the candidates receiving the most votes.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots (where applicable) can be found at www.honeoye.org or can be obtained between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk. e District Clerk must receive completed applications at least seven (7) days before the Annual Meeting if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. e District Clerk must receive absentee ballots not later than 5:00 pm, on the day of the Annual Meeting.

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.

A list of persons to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District on and a er May 13, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm each day prior to the Annual Meeting except Saturday and Sunday, and on May 21, 2024, the day set for the Annual Meeting, and said list will be posted at the polling place(s) at the Annual Meeting. Any qualified voter present in the polling place may object to the voting of the ballot upon appropriate grounds for making his/her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the Inspector of Election before the close of the polls.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters of the District may obtain applications for an early mail ballot from the Office of the District Clerk or by letter to the Office of the District Clerk signed by the voter which states the address where the voter resides and to which address the ballot is to be mailed. A completed early mail ballot application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the May 21 vote (i.e., by May 14, 2024) if the early mail ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the May 21 vote (i.e., May 20, 2024) if the early mail ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. No early mail voter’s ballot will be canvassed, unless it is received in the office of the District Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2024, the day of the vote. In accordance with Education Law ß 2018-f(7), a listing of all persons to whom an early mail ballot is issued will be available for public inspection in the Office of the District Clerk during regular office hours until the day of the vote.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as qualified voters of the District. Military voters may request an application to register as a qualified voter from the District Clerk. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 26, 2024. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, the District must have received in the office of the school district clerk a valid ballot application no later than 5:00 pm on April 26, 2024. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot. Such designation shall remain in effect until revoked or changed by the military voter. Ballots for military voters shall be mailed, or otherwise distributed, no later than May 1, 2024.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said Annual Meeting. A qualified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) 18 years of age or older, and (3) resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days preceding the Annual Meeting. e School District may require all persons offering to vote at the Annual Meeting to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law 2018-c. Such form may include a driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District may also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with 2035 and 2038 of the Education Law, any referenda or propositions to amend the budget, or otherwise to be submitted for voting at said Annual Meeting, must be filed with the Honeoye Central School Board of Education at the District Clerk’s office on or before April 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm prevailing time; must be typed or printed in English, must be directed to the Clerk of the School District, and signed by at least 53 qualified voters of the District and must state the name and residence of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which, is not within the powers of voters to determine, or any proposition, which fails to include a specific appropriation where the expenditure of monies is required by the proposition.

District Clerk, Jennifer Green Dated: April 2024

Honeoye Central School District

Town of Richmond, Counties of Ontario and Livingston, New York

Allens Hill Free Library

3818 County Road 40 Bloomfield • 585-229-5636

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Hours: Tues. & Wed. 3-6pm; Fri. 3-8pm; Sat 1-4pm

Bristol Library

6750 County Rd. #32, Bristol 585-229-5862

BristolLibraryDirector@owwl.org, thebristollibrary.com

Hours: Mon., Wed., & Thurs. 3-7pm; Tues. & Sat. 10am-2pm

Gorham Free Library

2664 Main St., Gorham, 585-526-6655

M & F, 12–6 PM; T & TH, 2–8 PM

W, 9 AM–5 PM; Sat., 9 AM–1 PM Sun., 2–4 PM

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Naples Library

118 S. Main St., Naples (585) 374-2757

Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. 10am-6pm; Tues., Thurs 10am-7pm; Sat. 10am-2pm

Honeoye Public Library

BRISTOLLIBRARY: Bristol Libraryiscollectingusedand undamagedECLIPSEGLASSEStoday, April19.CHAIRYOGAstartsSaturday,April20,at8:30am-9:15!Next CHAIRYOGAonApril27,8:30-9:25. Free.WATERCOLORCLASSwith HowardVanBuren,Saturday,April 20,10am-2pm.$25perpersonincludesmatting.Allarewelcomefor ourrecurringevents:EUCHREon Thursdays,3-5pm;KNIT&STITCH, firstandthirdTuesdays,10am-12pm; WEAVER’SGUILD,secondSaturdays, 10am-12pm;CAREERCOUNSELING, fourthTuesdays,12:30-2pm;CARDMAKINGWITHDEBFROM STAMPIN’UP,secondThursdays, 5-7pm.$15includesmaterials.LookingfortheperfectMother’sDaygift? RegisterNOW(https://owwl.libcal. com/event/12328068)fortheMay 18CLASSICAFTERNOONTEA.$25 perperson.2seatings:1pmand4pm seating,atGlenHollow,5680Seneca PointRoad,SouthBristol.Allproceeds tobenefittheBristolLibrary.TheTea includesmouthwateringsavories, sweets,andsconesandapresentation on“TheEnglishTeaTradition”by NicolaLund.

BLOOMFIELD

ACommunityBreakfast is held on4thSaturdaysfrom9-11am.All arewelcomeforfoodandfellowship.Afreewillofferingis accepted.EastBloomfieldUnited MethodistChurchat2ParkPlacein Bloomfield.

Canandaigua’sUrbanForestTrees andtheUrbanForestofthe CityofCanandaiguawillbethe subjectofaninformationalpresentationThursdayApril25,7pm, WoodLibraryonNorthMain Street,Canandaigua.Dr.Elizabeth Hane,ProfessoratRIT,andShawn Kenaley,Ph.D.,AssistantProfessor ofHorticultureatFLCC,willtalk abouttheimportantroleoftreesin urbanenvironments,includingthe benefitsoftreesandthethreats theyface.SponsoredbyTheTree AdvisoryBoard(TAB)oftheCityof CanandaiguaandtheWoodLibrary.Programisfreeandopento everyone.

VinylRecordNight- Join usatthe OntarioCountyHistoricalSociety onApril25from6-8PMforsome greatmusicprovidedby CanandaiguaRecordExchange! We’llhavesomeartifactsfromour collectionbroughtoutjustforthis event.55NorthMainStreet, Canandaigua.Ticketsare$20per person.www.ochs.org

ChapinUMCDinner- Pulled Pork orBeefSandwich.$13.Includes macaronisalad,adessertandpop orwater.HeldSaturday,April20, 11amtillgoneattheChapin UnitedMethodistChurch,2339Rt. 21(3milesnorthofCanandaigua onStateRt.21).TakeOutsOnly.

UsingthePowerofFoodtoHeal Ourselves andthePlanet: On EarthDay,joinlifestylemedicine expertandauthor,Dr.KerryGraff, tolearnhowwhatweputonour forksaffectsourpersonalhealthas wellasthehealthoftheplaneton whichalllifedepends.This90 minutepresentationincludesadeliciousplant-basedgrainbowl.Dr. Graff’sbook,the4LeafGuideto VibrantHealth,willbeavailablefor purchase.Grainbowldinnerserved at6PMattheUnitarianUniversalist ChurchofCanandaigua,3024 CooleyRoadonMonday,April 22nd.Eventisfreewithoptional suggesteddonationof$20.Register:https://canandaiguauu.org/ blog/events/

Let’sGoHaveFun! Glimpses of RecreationinOntarioCounty 1900-1965:Aprilisthefinalmonth atOCHSforourcurrentexhibit showcasingthemanywaysour communityhasengagedin recreation.You’llbesuretoconnectwiththisexhibit,either throughyourownmemories,orby relatingittoyourownactivities today.55NorthMainStreet, Canandaigua.Hoursofoperation atwww.ochs.org

CANANDAIGUA

8708 Main St., Honeoye 585-229-5020 • Hours: Mon. 12-6pm; Tues., Thurs. 2-8pm; Wed. 10am-4pm; Sat. 9am-1pm; Fri. & Sun. Closed

Sunday Closed Red Jacket Com. Library

89 S. Main St., Manchester

Hours: Sun. & Mon. Closed; Tues. & Wed. 11am-8pm; Th. & Fri. 10am-5pm; Sat. 10am-2pm

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

NOW 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.

BurningSpringsOpenGardens Weekend - TheBristolHillsHistoricalSociety’spopularannualopeningoftheprivatelyownedBurning Springssitegivesthepublictwo afternoonstoviewthenatural “burningspring”thatSenecasreveredforcenturiesandshowedto Frenchexplorersin1669.Walkup thegullytoascenicwaterfall,tour thespring-bloominggardens,and hearatalkonthesite’shistoryat2 p.m.$5donationisappreciated butallarewelcome.Nodogs, please.OpenSaturdayandSunday, 12-5.May25-26,12-5pm,Burning SpringsFarm,4348CaseRoad, Canandaigua.https:// bristolhillshistory.org/events/ burning-springs-open-gardensweekend

ChickenBBQ - Saturday,May 4th,10:30-2ortilgone,Runnings ParkingLot,Canandaigua.ByGale WynCatering&FirstBaptist ChurchofCliftonSprings.Only$13 includes1/2Chicken,SaltPotatoes, ColeSlaworMacSalad,Roll& Butter.

ParkinsonSupportGroupofthe Finger Lakesmeeting- The monthlymeetingoftheParkinson SupportGroupoftheFingerLakes willbeonWednesday,April24that 1:00atWoodLibraryin Canandaigua.MaryJoTobin,DDS willbespeakingon“dentalissues withParkinson’sdisease”.Discussionwillbefollowedbysharing sessionsforCarePartnersandfor ThosewithPDseparately.Anyone withconcernsorquestionsabout Parkinson’sdiseaseiswelcome.

May2024OntarioCountyArts Council Workshops- Artworkshopsinacrylicpainting.Limited seating,registerat:www.ocarts. org.Materialsincludedjustbring yourlunchandabeverage.No experiencenecessary.Acrylic101 withinstructor:PeggiHeissenbergerwww.Peggiarts.com.3 workshopsavailable,$45each class.1.SeagullsontheShoreSat, May411:30-2:30pm.2.Pullofthe MoonFri,May1711:00-3:30pm. 3.BreezeintheTreesSat,May25 11:00-2:30pm.

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

CalledtoCare,Canandaigua Chicken BBQ -Saturday,April 27thfrom11am-2pmatUnited MethodistChurch,100NorthMain Street,Canandaigua.Cateredby King’sCateringandincludeshalf chicken,saltpotatoes,macaroni saladandroll.Drivethroughtake outonly.Presaleticketsat$15 availablefromCherylDrake 585-402-3238.Proceedsbenefit refugeeresettlement.

HONEOYE

AmericanLegionBreakfast- Join us SundayApril21st,8:00-11:00. Frenchtoast,pancakes,homefries, eggs,sausage,toast,orangejuice, coffeeetc.Costis$8perperson withkids5andunderfree.Sit downandgetservedbythe AmericanLegionAuxiliary.Come enjoyadeliciousbreakfastwith yourfamilyandours.HoneoyeHemlockAmericanLegionPost 1278,4931CoRd36Honeoye. Thiseventisopentothepublic.See youthere!

NativeAmericans,fire,andoak forests: past connectionsandpresentimplications-Dr.Steven Tulowiecki,professorofGeography andSustainabilityStudiesatSUNY Geneseo,willexplorehowNative Americansusedforestsandshaped forestpatternsoftheeastern UnitedStates,withafocuson westernNewYork.Hewilldrawon thehisownresearch,andalso discussthedataandmethods scholarsuseforrevealingrelationshipsbetweenNativeAmericans, fire,andforestcomposition.This presentationisfreeandopentothe public.April22,7pm-9pm,United ChurchofChrist,8758Main Street,Honeoye.https://nyfoa.org/ events/western-finger-lakes-events/ wfl-april-general-meeting

LIVONIA

TheUnitedMethodistChurchof Livonia ThriftShop islocatedat thecornerofSpringandChurch StreetsinLivonia.Gentlyused, qualityclothingandhomegoods areavailable.TheThriftShopis openonThursdaysandFridays 9AM-3PMandSaturdays9AM2PM.Fillagrocerybagfor$8!!!

Take-outSpaghettiDinner at the UnitedMethodistChurchof Livonia,21SummerSt,Livoniaon Wednesday,May8,4:30-6:00PM (oruntilsoldout).Spaghetti,sauce, meatballs,undressedsalad,and garlicbread.Donationsaccepted.

MIDDLESEX

We’reBack!! The MIDDLESEX HOSECO.ROASTBEEFDINNERS willstartagainonSaturdayApril 27thfrom4-7pm.Dinnerswillbe heldonthelastSaturdayofeach monththruOctober26th,atthe MiddlesexHoseCoFirehall,5537 WaterSt.Adults$15,Children$10 (schoolageto12),Preschoolfree (takeoutsexcluded).Dinnermenu: tossedsalad,rolls,relishdish,roast beef,gravy,potatoes,corn,pie, icedtea,milk,andcoffee.Takeoutsavailable.

NAPLES

Hike/BikeSandyBottomParkin Honeoye - HikeSandyBottom TrailorBikearoundHoneoyeLake SundayApril21from2-4PMwith SpringwaterTrails,followedbya socialget-togetheratBirdhouse BreweryinHoneoye.Foradditional info/directions/updatesvisitthe website:springwatertrails.org

MonteCarloNight! Monte Carlo Night,hostedbytheHospeace HouseonSaturday,May4th,2024 from6:00pmto10:00pmatthe MaxfieldHoseMemorialHall,8181 MaxfieldRd.Naples.Professional GamingTablesandDealers;poker; craps;blackjack;roulette;raffle prizes;50/50raffle;music;plenty ofappetizers;beer&wineforpurchase;andmore!Theticketpriceis $40($45atthedoor)include$500 gamblingchips.Tolearnmore aboutHospeaceHouseandMonte CarloNightgoto:www. HospeaceHouse.org.Ticketscanbe purchasedattheHospeaceHouse orgotothefollowinglink:https:// hospeacehouseinc.betterworld.org/ events/monte-carlo-night-2024

InvasiveSpeciesWalkinNaples with BruceGilman- Jointhe CanandaiguaBotanicalSocietyfor anInvasiveSpeciesWalkinNaples withBruceGilmanonSaturday, April27from2-4pm.Meetatthe parkinglotoftheEnvironmental ConservationOfficeonNY-245 (RushvilleRoad)justeastofBob andRuth’sonroute21inNaples, NYat2pm.BruceGilmanwilldirect ussouthalongtheNaplesCreekto identifynumerousinvasivespecies. Ifyouprefertocarpoolfrom Canandaigua,pleasesendanemail tocanandaiguabotanical@gmail. combyApril25th.Wecanmeetat theSlyStreetparkinglotbehind thecountycourthouseat9:15am.

Spring shows what God can do with a drab and dirty world.

~ Virgil A. Kraft

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HomeschoolHullabaloo: Homeschool students,joinuson Wednesday,May1stfrom2-4pm foranafternoonofmusic,activity andconnectingwithfriends.I’m superexcitedaswewillhavea worshipleaderjoiningustoteach aboutmusicwithsinging,movementandrhythm.Also,weather permitting,thestudentswillhave theopportunitytolearnandpracticediscgolfandenjoyotheroutdooractivities.May1,2-4pm, LeTourneauChristianCenter,4950 EastLakeRoad,Rushville.https:// letcc.churchcenter.com/ registrations/events/2074918

LeTourneauChristianCenter’s Blessed Hope MayLadies LuncheonwillbeheldonFriday, May3,2024at11:00AM.Brenda Collierwillbesharingamessage entitled“TheGodWhoSees.”Programandlunchare$15.Registrationandpre-paymentrequiredby 5:00PMFriday,April26whichcan bemadebycalling585-554-3400. LeTourneauChristianCenterislocatedat4950EastLakeRoad, Rushville.

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MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel

By Fifi Rodriguez

1. MOVIES: Which dramatic film features the character “V”?

2. GEOGRAPHY: Luzon belongs to which island nation?

3. LANGUAGE: What is the Latin phrase for “before the war”?

4. U.S. STATES: Which state has the most national parks?

5. LITERATURE: Which 1950s novel includes the line, “Nothing behind me, everything ahead of me, as is ever so on the road.”

6. CHEMISTRY: What kind of gas makes a drink bubbly?

7. TELEVISION: Which sitcom features a mom named Debra Barone?

8. MUSIC: What was the former name of the English band Muse?

9. SCIENCE: What are the gaps between nerve cells called?

10. Arthur Miller.

9. Synapses.

8. Rocket Baby Dolls.

7. “Everybody Loves Raymond.”

6. Carbon dioxide.

5. “On the Road” by Jack Kerouac.

4. California, with nine.

3. Antebellum.

2. The Philippines.

1. “V for Vendetta” (2005).

10. THEATER: Who wrote the play “The Crucible”? Answers

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* On April 20, 1971, the Pentagon confirms that fragging incidents (tossing fragmentation hand grenades into sleeping areas) are on the rise. Fragging incidents in combat were usually attempts to remove leaders perceived to be incompetent and a threat to survival.

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PAW’S CORNER

By Sam Mazzotta

When tick removal goes wrong

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: A er taking my Terrier “Hank” for a walk around my subdivision yesterday, I noticed when taking off his leash that a tick had attached itself to the back of his neck! I don’t even know where it came from; we stayed on the sidewalk. I quickly tried to remove it with tweezers, but Hank is kind of a wiggly guy, and just as I tugged on the tick, he moved and the body of the tick broke off! It looks like the tick’s head is still embedded in his skin. What can I do? Will this hurt Hank?

-- Joe K. in Sarasota Springs, New York

DEAR JOE: Since the tick’s body was removed, and you noticed it pretty quickly, Hank’s risk of contracting a tick-borne illness is low. However, an infection might develop where the tick’s head is still embedded. Treat the bite spot with an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment. Monitor the spot for a few days. ere may be a little redness around the bite area as the skin reacts to the foreign object, and with luck, the head may be pushed out enough for you to grab it with the tweezers and remove.

When should you contact Hank’s veterinarian? If you aren’t able to remove the tick head a er a few days, it’s time to make an appointment with the vet. Or, if the redness spreads or if Hank seems distressed, lethargic or otherwise out of sorts, get him to the vet right away.

Removing a tick as soon as it’s found is important, because even though dogs can be vaccinated against Lyme Disease, other tick-borne diseases can be transmitted to your pet. Ticks are becoming active earlier in the year, so consider starting flea and tick prevention earlier, too.

Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.

BREEZE THROUGH SPRING CLEANING

Spring heralds a season of fresh starts and growth -- and what better way to start anew than with a little spring cleaning?

Taking the time to get organized can make all the difference -- and it can make the most cluttered closets and dirtiest corners a breeze to clean. With the right tools in hand, organizing any messy space becomes a mangeable task. You can save time and money by getting cleaning supplies, like dusters, sponges and automated air fresheners.

SUNDAY, MAY 12TH 2024

The tradition of Mother’s Day in the United States dates back more than a century to 1908, when West Virginia native Anna Jarvis held a memorial service to honor her mother, who had passed away three years earlier, and all mothers in Grafton, West Virginia. Mother’s Day would ultimately become a national holiday in the United States in 1914, thanks in large part to Jarvis’ campaigning. As Jarvis, who never married and never had children of her own, grew old, she criticized Mother’s Day as overly commercial, even trying to have it removed from the calendar. Those efforts failed, and Mother’s Day remains popular now, more than 100 years after the idea for it was conceived.

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National PLAYGROUND SAFETY WEEK

April 22–25, 2024

Playgrounds in Germany were built for childhood development, but the first purpose-built recreational area open to the public was in Manchester, England in 1859. In the 20th Century, as more vehicles rode the streets, it wasn’t safe forchildrentoplayinthelanesneartheir homes anymore. Thus, designated play areas were built to protect kids from the dangers of the road and into securedareasinstead.

One of the first recreational areas in America was built in San Francisco’s GoldenGateParkin1887.

Today, after many years of research and individualtestimonieswehaveseenhow playgrounds provide educational value andenhancephysicalhealth.

Complete playground equipment safety checks. Inspect the equipment in your local playground in your personal capacity. Raise any concerns you may have with the park’s manager or recommend any safety upgrades thatcometomind.

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Online POLL

According to the National Phenology Network’s First Leaf and First Bloom indices, spring 2024 officially started in Rochester 10 days early. What is your favorite part of spring?

• Warmer weather

• Thunderstorms

• Flowers & Gardening

• Spring holidays

• Hiking, cycling, and other outdoor adventures

Poll ends 04-23-2024

Poll ended 04-16-2024

According to a study released last week by the Pew Research Center, 14% of employed US adults work remotely all the time, 41% work remotely at least in a hybrid fashion, and more than 20% are anticipated to work remotely all the time by 2025. How do you feel about remote work today?

38.5% I am more efficient and productive working from home

7.7% I am more efficient and productive working in the office

46.2% The nature of my job prevents remote work

7.7% I work in the office but want to work from home

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AndSpringaroseonthegardenfair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere;

And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breast rose from the dreams of its wintry rest.

~ Percy Bysshe Shelley, “The Sensitive Plant”

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• “My roses really look beautiful. When I am cutting stems to put in a bouquet, I use a clothespin to grip the stem. It saves me from getting pricked by thorns, because it has a bit of reach to it.” -- L.E. in Georgia

• For even distribution in sowing seeds for your garden, use a saltshaker for tiny seeds. You can get a cheese shaker for larger seeds, if necessary.

• To keep your brick walkway clear of grass and weeds, sprinkle salt in the cracks.

• “If you have to cut a nylon cord or shoelace, you can use a flame to melt the end into a nub that won’t run or fray. Use a little heat and press it together on a hard surface very briefly. It works fast!” -- R.S. in Maine

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Life fitness ELLIPTICAL. Model X3. Very good condition. 518-937-5893

MIKASA DISHES: 6 dinner plates, 6 salad plates, 6 bowls, 6 cups. Can send photos to your email. den.and.ed@hotmail.com

Complete 10 Volumes THE BIBLE STORY. Children’s books. 585-734-049

LANDSCAPE PAVERS. Random sizes, some from steps. 585-281-7783

GARDEN BOX SPACE AND PLANTS available at St. Timothy Church, Route 20A, Geneseo. Information: 585-243-4490 or email sttimothylutherangeneseo@gmail.com

ASSORTED POTS - 13 clay, 5 large plastic pots. Saucers 7 clay 6 inch, 12 clay 9 inch. Rush area. mrssiberfile@aol.com

Kenmore UltraWash DISHWASHER. Runs well. Manual included. 585-671-5020

3 PAPER CUTTERS: Approximately 18-, 22-, and 25-inches square. 18-inch cuts thicker loads. phermann2@rochester.rr.com

STYROFOAM PACKING SHEETS. Several dozen. 12” x 24” and 24” x 24”. Must take all. Avon. 585-226-3073

ANGEL FIGURINE collection in perfect condition, minimum 14 pieces; please take all. Pick-up from Penfield/Webster. Email for photos. Penfieldmurphys@yahoo.com

Two big bags of USED EMPTY PRESCRIPTION BOTTLES WITHOUT LABELS. Great for crafting or workshop supplies. 2” to 5” tall. 585-396-1032

60 years of FUR-FISH-GAME MAGAZINES. You pick up. 607-545-6164

BUNK BED, Wooden, two box springs, good condition, comes w/ screws, posts. Simple setup. No Mattress. Pick up in Penfield. jmaurer@pyramidbrokerage.com

TARP POLES (9 ea. 6ft, 2 ea. 9ft, 1 ea. 9ft ridge pole), also 6 ea. 5ft T-Posts. 585-265-4548

Large assortment of CHRISTMAS and BIRTHDAY CARDS with matching envelopes. Geneseo. 585-243-3830.

EGG CARTONS. Pick up Elba. 585-757-2218

Brand new CAT BED. Pick up from Lakeville. Call or text. 585-649-8706 in Farmington. phermann2@rochester.rr.com

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STOVETOP PRESSURE COOKER to use for cooking. Call/text 607-936-3137

ROCK 8 TRACK TAPES, CASSETTE TAPES and RECORDS for own personal collection. gzintel1967@gmail.com

SUBMERSIBLE WATER WELL PUMP and/or PRESSURE TANK in working condition. Will pick up within 50-mile radius of Batavia. 585-664-3617

BSA Scouts in Canandaigua need a small WOOD STOVE for camp. It does not have to be pretty! scoutmasterdavid@yahoo.com

FLY FISHING pole and gear for beginning fly fisherwoman. Text 585-356-6117

If you have an ORCHID that you no longer want, I will adopt & pick up, Webster/Penfield area. Text 585-217-3397

Seeking an ATV or DIRT BIKE - running or not for father/son project. Call or text Matt 315-576-1278

Used WEIGHT TRAINING EQUIPMENT for youth football and wrestlers. Text Jim 585-465-0133

Sturdy WOODEN DINING ROOM TABLE for senior citizen. No chairs needed. 585-381-6546

COMIC BOOKS – any and all. Avid collector. Will pick up any amount. Call or text 585-260-0437

Senior citizen collecting RETURNABLE BOTTLES/CANS to supplement fixed income. Please Monroe County only. seniorcitrecycles@gmail.com

MEDICAL SUPPLIES – will be redistributed for free. 585-953-9657

AIRSOFT GEAR in good condition. 585-419-5246

Seeking a WEBER GRILL you are no longer using. Text or call Matt at 315-576-1278

CONCRETE BLOCKS, CRUTCHES, CHILD’S SANDBOX with cover. 25-mile radius from Honeoye. sohill15@gmail.com

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Ordinary riches can be stolen; real riches cannot. In your soul are infinitely precious things that cannot be taken from you. ~Oscar Wilde, The Soul of Man under Socialism, 1891

ESTATE SALE

Sat. & Sun. 5/4 & 5/5 • 10am - 3pm

Misc. Antiques, Art, Pottery, Furniture and so much more! Cash, Credit Cards or good NYS checks preferred. Bring help to load larger items. Delivery available for a fee.

New & Used items all priced to go!

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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.

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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Vocal Cord Becomes Paralyzed After a Cold

DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter, 45, has had a paralyzed left vocal cord for about a year now. We have been to an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor who ran at least a half dozen tests, including several scans. These didn’t show a reason for the problem, and everything else appeared to be normal. She had a cold before this happened, and we were treating her for a lingering sore throat.

The doctor has told us that there is nothing to be done to unfreeze the vocal cord. I would love your opinion on this matter, as she has a lot of pain associated with it, and she coughs trying to get out what feels stuck in there. -- K.P.

ANSWER: Paralysis of the vocal cord is often the result of damage to the nerve that leads to the vocal cord; there’s one on each side. The left side is particularly vulnerable and may be damaged during surgery (especially thyroid surgery), but a big fear is that a mass (especially a cancerous one) can damage the nerve and cause paralysis of the vocal cord. This is why her doctor did a CT scan.

There are other less-common causes, such as nerve damage from other occurrences (stroke and multiple sclerosis); inflammatory diseases (lupus and others); and infections (such as Lyme disease). It sounds like the ENT doctor looked for other possibilities such as these. (But if not, then it should be done.)

When a cause can’t be found, we call it “idiopathic unilateral vocal cord paralysis.” This often seems to happen after a viral infection, and it sounds like your daughter might have had one. Many people with this condition get better by themselves during the first year, but now that it has been about a year for her, she isn’t likely to get better without treatment.

I am not an expert in treatment, but ENT surgeons have several types of surgical interventions to improve hoarseness, cough and discomfort. It’s time to go back to her ENT doctor or get referred to an expert in the surgical treatment of this condition.

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Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.

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ARE THERE GOOD AND BAD PROTEINS?

Determining the nutritional value of certain foods can be a tricky business. Many foods can be enjoyed in moderation, and labeling them as “good” or “bad” might lead to negative connotations. In addition, food labels change from time to time as nutritionists and doctors learn more about nutrition and revise their opinions on certain items.

One food type that has remained off the bad foods radar for quite some time is protein. Protein sources are largely touted as the be-all and endall in nutrition. But even seemingly infallible protein should be eaten in moderation, and even then only if the right sources of protein are selected. Protein is an essential building block of good nutrition that is found throughout the body and makes up the enzymes that power many chemical reactions. Protein helps fuel the hemoglobin in the blood that carries oxygen throughout the body.

The Institute of Medicine recommends that adults get a minimum of 0.8 grams of protein for every kilogram of body weight per day (or 8 grams of protein for every 20 pounds of body weight. Physicians in the United States recommend a daily protein allowance of 46 grams for women over the age of 19 and 56 grams for men. Too often, however, people are overloading on protein because they think it’s a better option than carbohydrates and other food sources. But not all protein is the same.

Protein that comes from animal sources offer all of the amino acids a body needs. Unfortunately, some animal sources are less healthy than others. That’s because animal-based protein sources also contain saturated fat. Consuming too much saturated fat may contribute to elevated levels of LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol in the blood. LDL may lead to the formation of plaque in arteries that limits blood flow and may be a risk factor for heart disease. Fatty red meats and whole-milk products tend to contain more saturated fat than other protein sources.

The key when consuming protein is to find the right balance in protein sources. Fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, and seeds may offer many of the required essential amino acids. The rest can be obtained by choosing smarter animal-based protein sources. Salmon and other fatty fish are good sources of protein and omega-3 fatty acids (heart-healthy fats) and are generally low in sodium. Lentils offer 18 grams of protein and ample fiber. Plus, these legumes have virtually no saturated fat.

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Ellen Foos Returns to Webster, Crafting Verse with Wit and Wisdom

BY SUZIE WELLS

As founder and publisher of Ragged Sky Press, the words of Webster’s Ellen Foos weave through the tapestry of life with grace and insight and she has carved a niche for herself in the literary world, leaving an indelible mark with her evocative verses. Working for Ecco, Graywolf, and Princeton University Press, she has been surrounded by literature.

Foos’ foray into poetry began as a renaissance, a resurgence ignited during her pursuit of a BA a er a 25-year hiatus. “I started writing poetry in earnest pretty late in life,” she says, explaining that she only began as part of a writing class required to finish the abandoned degree. Her debut collection, “Little Knitted Sister,” published in 2006, marked the inception of a literary odyssey that continues to unfold.

Reflecting on her poetic genesis, Foos fondly recalls her favorite poetry teacher, a collegiate reminiscence colored by the backdrop of Phoebe Snow’s “ e Poetry Man.” Amidst the pages of the NortonPoetryAnthology at the time, she found inspiration for her poetic expedition.

Foos finds inspiration in the tapestry of existence, navigating the realms of childhood nostalgia, familial bonds, and the panorama of the natural world. She says, “I try to add a little wry humor or biting wit if I can,” evoking both levity and introspection. Foos eschews formal style to write short lyric poetry, brevity capturing the essence of fleeting moments.

Foos’ writing habits reflect a sense of ritualistic devotion, with mornings serving as her most creative time. Evolving from the constraints of professional life when she’d write creatively during breaks, now in retirement, she immerses herself in workshops, leveraging the camaraderie of fellow wordsmiths to stoke the fires of motivation. With a process involving editing as she goes, Foos sometimes worries that she’s condensed her ideas too much, confessing the perennial struggle of every artist in pursuit of perfection.

Foos finds solace and inspiration in the literary community, mostnotablyinvolvedwiththeweeklyUS1Writer’sCooperative, the annual is Broken Shore journal, monthly reading series, as well as residencies at MacDowell and the Vermont Studio Center. Such networks serve as crucibles of creativity and camaraderie.

Coordinating events and reading series, publishing Ragged Sky Press, and organizing Ragged Sky Press poets for the annual NYC Poetry Festival reflect Foos’ commitment to fostering literary culture and community.

To Foos, poetry transcends artistic expression, instead serving as a transformative force in everyday life. She says, “Children are very lucky if their parents read to them, especially poetry. When given a chance in school to write poetry, it opens

up real channels of comfort and creativity. Adults who read poetry are better listeners and observers in other aspects of their lives.”

To developing poets, Foos offers sage advice: “Don’t be shy! Don’t be intimidated by the great poets. ere will be nuggets of wisdom once you get started and those are what you will enjoy developing.”

As Foos embarks on a new chapter back in Western NY, her website, raggedsky.com, serves as a beacon for enthusiasts eager to immerse themselves in her poetic tapestry. She weaves threads of experience into the fabric of human consciousness. With each stanza, she invites us to embrace shared humanity.

Packet Drawer

I love people who organize with clarity, light bulbs in one place, batteries in another, things that keep forever, that never spoil but sometimes become obsolete. Ann Page cinnamon in a tin box never ages, while my skin looks progressively different in the bright sun, like a mold-infested leaf.

I think of things I have stored away, buttons I will never sew back on, panties never to be flashed before a lover. Still, I might use pouches of mustard, mayo and ketchup. Saving for a rainy day, bringing home party le overs, hoarding what must only bring tears to loved ones in the days a er you die.

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VENT BRIGHTER

Thank you to those who sat with my grandfather!

Last weekend our beloved Popop had a fall outside Lift Bridge Bookstore. Our family wants to thank Joey from Lift Bridge and the Girl Scout who sat with him to wait for an ambulance. We are grateful to you and the bookstore itself who gave us a phone call! He is doing great!

Door slamming neighbors, please be mindful!

Starting at 7am or earlier, my neighbors slam their car doors repeatedly. I don’t even understand how or why this is necessary! If you are making loud noises during the village quiet hours, be mindful that others might work late shifts, have babies, or just wanna sleep!

Corporate America! WAKE UP!

Kindness Can Come to a Person When Least Expected

My wife and I are senior citizens and at 6:30pm I realized I had forgotten to go to the store to get breakfast items for the next morning. I grabbed my car keys and told my wife that I’d be back in a “jiffy.” I got to the store in 5 minutes, parked near the entrance and ran inside, gathering my few items in a “jiff.” However, there were only two checkouts with a cashier. Both of them had customers with loaded carts that they were about to unload. Also, all the self checkouts were all taken with people in line. As I got behind a woman who was about to unload all her items onto the conveyor belt, she saw me and allowed me to go ahead of her. Then as I was about to pay, the cashier said the woman behind me would pay. I thanked the lady, but declined. At home I told my wife what occurred. She stated it was probably because the lady saw me with shirt worn inside out and wrinkled with my hair sticking up.

I am tired of robot telephone servers who can rarely help me with a problem. I am tired of too few workers doing too much work and thus not readily available to assist me, whether on the phone or in person. I am tired of being placed on hold for too long. I am tired of being pressured to go paperless when in fact the paper remains at my expense. I am tired of being pressured to go cashless with everything when I am not confident that my accounts will not be compromised. People need to work! Hire enough staff to serve your customers! Stop trying to get the most profit at the expense of customers and staff! Customers will be happy, your people will be happy, your business will thrive, and perhaps America will be the nation she once was and no longer beholden to foreign nations, especially China. God will bless us once again if and when we return to being just and ethical in the workplace.

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SPRING CLEANING PROJECTS YOU DON’T WANT TO FORGET

FURNITURE: It’s easy to overlook furniture when tackling spring cleaning, but dust and dirt can quickly accumulate on couches and chairs over the course of winter. When possible, vacuum furniture to remove any debris that might have accumulated while windows and doors were kept shut, and shampoo any cushions or seat covers that don’t pass the smell test.

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We have immediate openings for:

• Registered Nurses

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• LMSW, OT and other licensed staff

• Counselors • Peer Advocates

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• Cleaners and more! FLACRA is growing and adding positions!

Competitive Pay Career Development Educational Opportunities

Learn more about our agency and how you can help us to save lives.

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We are currently accepting applications for the following vacancies:

• 2nd Shift Laborer ($38,070/yr)

• Teacher Aide ($15.75/hr)

• Food Service Helper ($15.75/hr)

Training is provided for the following positions:

• Bus Driver ($28.30/hr)

• Substitute Bus Driver ($26.60/hr)

Please apply online at: www.palmaccsd.org/recruitfront Palmyra-Macedon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please apply in person, online or send resumes to: Pooler Enterprises, Inc. 783 County Rd. #42, Fishers, NY 14453 Phone: 585-924-5200 • Fax: 585-924-5205

*For more information about our company visit our website www.poolerenterprises.com

Notice of Vacancy Cook-Manager (Shared)

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in food service management or a closely related field of study and one year of paid experience in the preparation of food on a large-scale OR

• ree years of paid experience in the preparation of food on a large scale.

Additional preferred qualifications:

• Prefer four-year degree in food service major OR two-year degree plus supervisory experience.

Location:

• Livingston County-Responsible for supervising 2 districts

• 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Salary:

• $43,000 - $47,000 with excellent benefit package and NYS Pension

• 10-month employee (September 1 - June 30)

Start date:

• ASAP Visit our website at www.gvboces.org

Reply by April 29, 2024 with reference to Vacancy 24-100 and resume to dnaples@gvboces.org or mail to:

Debbie Naples, Genesee Valley BOCES

40 Spring Street, Livonia, NY 14487

Notice of Vacancy Cook-Manager

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in food service management or a closely related field of study and one year of paid experience in the preparation of food on a large-scale OR

• ree years of paid experience in the preparation of food on a large scale.

Additional preferred qualifications:

• Prefer four-year degree in food service major OR two-year degree plus supervisory experience.

Location:

• Avon CSD

• 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Salary:

• $26,400 - $27,500 with excellent benefit package and NYS Pension

• 10-month employee (September 1 - June 30)

Start date:

• ASAP

Visit our website at www.gvboces.org

Reply by April 29, 2024 with reference to Vacancy 24-99 and resume to dnaples@gvboces.org or mail to:

Debbie Naples, Genesee Valley BOCES

40 Spring Street, Livonia, NY 14487

York Central School VACANCIES

• K-12 Music Vocal Teacher (6-12 vocal instruction)

• K-5 General Education Teacher

• 7-12 Earth Science Teacher

• 7-12 ELA Teacher

• 7-12 Special Education Teacher

• Aide Positions

Continual Recruitment - Substitutes:

• Teachers (Certified and Uncertified)

• Aides/TAs

• RNs/LPNs

• Bus Drivers

All interviews begin upon receipt of application. Additional information and application available: www.yorkcsd.org

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