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FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE INVESTING IN REAL ESTATE

Condition of the property: Product shortages were another trend to emerge during the pandemic, and disruptions to the supply chain will not necessarily go away anytime soon. In addition, the cost of various products associated with home improvements, including lumber, skyrocketed during the pandemic. The National Association of Home Builders noted that while lumber prices declined in 2021, the price of lumber packages quoted to builders remained high.That means real estate investors who invest in properties that will need work could be forced to pay a lot to fix these properties. And ongoing supply chain issues could extend the time it takes to renovate a property. Investors must be able to bear these costs and lag times to make the most off their real estate investments.

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.

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HOW TO ROAD TRIP IN AN ELECTRIC CAR

Determine the charging time of your vehicle: The automotive experts at J.D. Power note that EVs come with different types of charging systems. Level 1 are the most readily available EVs, and these come with a standard 120-volt three prong plug that’s common in modern homes in the United States. That’s convenient, but charging using a Level 1 outlet may take a significant amount of time and only provide a few miles per hour of charging. If you’re renting an EV, confirm which type of car you’re getting and emphasize to the rental agency that you prefer a car that can be charged easily and effectively. One that can be charged overnight and provide hundreds of miles of driving time after a full charge is ideal.

Cost: Conventional wisdom suggests it’s less expensive to do something yourself than to hire someone else to do it for you, but that’s not necessarily true of home improvement projects. Labor costs typically account for a substantial amount of professionally contracted projects, but homeowners can cut those costs by volunteering to do some of the simpler tasks themselves. In addition, contractors often purchase materials at a much lower cost than individual homeowners because contractors buy in bulk. So while labor costs might be lower on DIY projects, the cost of materials can offset those savings.

ENJOY IRISH COFFEE THIS ST. PATRICK’S DAY

St. Patrick’s Day is synonymous with many things, most notably the jovial atmosphere of the various events celebrating both the life of St. Patrick and Irish culture.

New York City’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are known for the Big Apple’s impressive parade up Fifth Avenue, while few who have partaken of Patty’s Day festivities in Chicago can forget the green Chicago River. Celebrations may vary from city to city, but it’s a good bet that celebrants will hear some traditional Irish music, enjoy a pint of Guinness and/or join the masses wearing green wherever they end up this St. Patrick’s Day. Drinking Irish coffee is another St. Patrick’s Day tradition many revelers enjoy. Few may indulge in Irish coffee throughout the year, but this special concoction can be a great way to warm up after attending a St. Patrick’s Day parade in the often chilly March temperatures.

Cocktails made with coffee date back quite far, but Irish coffee does not have to go back too far to trace its history. In the mid-20th century, chef Joe Sheridan was working in Foynes, County Limerick when a group of United States-bound travelers found themselves stranded due to inclement weather that grounded their plane. Whether he was trying to warm them up or wake them up after their ordeal, Sheridan served the passengers coffee with a little bit of Irish whiskey mixed in. When the group inquired as to what they were drinking, Sheridan reportedly told them, “that’s Irish coffee.”

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POTENTIAL CULPRITS BEHIND THINNING GRASS

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Lawns suffering from ascochyta leaf blight will become straw-colored. According to the lawn care and pesticide experts at Ortho®, when a lawn is affected by ascochyta leaf blight, its healthy grass blades will be mixed in with diseased grass blades. Most prevalent in the spring, this disease can affect grass at any time during the growing season. That’s because the ascochyta fungi invade leaf blades through wounds, such as those that can result from mowing. Ortho® notes that dull lawn mowers can contribute to the disease, which might disappear on its own and can even return after it’s seemingly been cured.

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SIGHTS, SOUNDS AND SYMBOLS OF ST. PATRICK’S DAY

In ancient Ireland, the shamrock symbolized rebirth, particularly the rebirth of warmer weather. But the shamrock also has more specific ties to St. Patrick, and remains one of the most recognizable symbols associated with his feast day. Historians believe that, on his return to Ireland (a native of Great Britain, St. Patrick was first taken to Ireland after being kidnapped by pirates, later returning as a Christian missionary after his release), St. Patrick used the shamrock to teach the natives about the Holy Trinity. In fact, an image of St. Patrick holding a shamrock first appeared on coins in 1675. The shamrock’s status as a symbol would continue to evolve when it became a figure of Irish patriotism during the Irish Rebellion of 1798. In 2003, the shamrock was registered as an international trademark by the Irish government.

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e Town of Canadice is soliciting proposals for the sidewalk replacement at the Town Hall and Town Court facilities, 5949 County Rd 37, Springwater, NY 14560 Visit the Town’s website to download RFP documents. All pertinent and required data is indicated on the website at: www.canadice.org

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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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SPRING EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

at the Windmill Farm and Cra Market

3900 State Route 14A, Penn Yan, NY 14527 Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 9:00am

Now Accepting Consignments of All Makes and Models! Farm ∙ Construction ∙ Parts ∙ Tools

To Consign and Advertise Your Items, Please Contact: Je Dann at 585-233-9570, Nelson Horning at 585-554-5335, Nelson Zimmerman at 607-243-8932 or email us at dannauctioneers@gmail.com.

Pre-committed and choice items will also be available for online bidding via Proxibid and will be listed as items arrive. Go to www.proxibid.com/dannauctioneers to register to bid! (Please note that online Proxibid terms di er from in-person auction terms.) Consignments are being accepted on-site Wednesday, 3/22, through Friday, 3/24, from 9am to 6pm daily. To have your items included for online bidding, those items will need to be on-site prior to 5pm on Wednesday, 3/22. In-Person Auction Terms: ID for bidder number. No buyer’s premium for cash or honorable check. Credit cards accepted with 3% fee.

Early Consignments (Subject to Consignor Delivery): Tractors: 1992 JD 4455, cab, 4WD, sells w/duals, quick hitch, 7,015 hrs; JD 4455, mfd, cab, power shi , 7,638hrs; JD 7130 MFD, cab, pwr quad, (2) remotes, 6,771hrs; JD 3320 w/loader, 900hrs; JD 3038E, mfd, 305 loader, bucket, pallet forks, 3pt, PTO, 2-spd hydro, 1,280hrs; Case IH 5140, cab, MFD; M6800 Kubota, 1998 model, 8-speed synchro loader, 8,600hrs; Massey GC 2300 compact tractor, mower deck, 1,100 hrs; JD 2750, 2WD, open station, 11,090hrs, 540 & 1000 pto, rack & pinion rear axles; Farmall W6 w/loader, material bucket; Farmall MTA, nfe, land roller drum; Farmall M, nfe; Farmall H, nfe; 1948 Farmall Super A; Farmall Super W6TA w/backhoe, front weight bracket; Skid Steers: Case SR 250, 2-speed, Hy ow, cab, 4,900hrs; NH L216, open cab, 5,800hrs; Kubota SSV65, hydraulic quick attach, open cab, 7,600hrs; Bobcat S300, 6,200hrs; Kubota SSV75, cab, air, hyd. quick attach, 4,000hrs; Other: NH M427 telehandler, 5,350hrs; Doosan DX55 excavator, plumbing, 3,200hrs; Cub Cadet Challenger RTV, 750cc, 4x4 w/front & rear lockers, 780hrs; Vehicles: 2007 Dodge pickup truck, approx.. 60k miles; Equipment: NH 900 chopper w/hay head, Metal Alert II; NH 360N3 corn head; JD 3pt cultivator; Kwik Kleen grain cleaner, very little use; NH 315 baler, no kicker; Brillion 15’ stalk chopper, very little use; 30’ Landall eld cultivator, nice; IH 12-row side dresser, 2 tanks, Yetter fert. disk openers; Unverferth 130 deep till/zone builder w/132 shanks; JD 210 12’ disk; NI 28’ hay/grain elevator; 1,000gal fert.tank w/valve; (2) round bale spears; 8000 tractor mounts for Degelman blade & 2-1’ ext.; NH 354 feed grinder; NI 34’ hay elevator; Vermeer TD200 4-star hay tedder; Hiniker 13’ ex head o JD combine; IH 720 5-btm plow, side hill, buster bar, coulters; JD 210 14’ cushion ex disc; Woods 5’ nish mower, 3-pt; New HD 48” pallet forks, walk-through back; 15”x60”, 12”x44” belting wheels; JD 650 hay rake, 3-pt; JD mid-mount cultivator o 40-series tractor; Unverferth 1225 25’ crumbler; Cagle tandem axle sprayer, 50’ booms; Ocmis 5” 1200’ irrigation reel w/gun; PTO pump, 6” system; JD 3940 chopper, 2-row JD corn head, 5-1/2’ hay head; HLA loader mount bale hugger; NH 1411 discbine, hyd. tilt, light kit, very good condition; SS bale spear; Pequea 710 tedder; Pequea HR10 haymaker; 10’ rotary rake; JD 466 round bale, twine only; CIH 600 blower; (2) Gehl 980 forage wagons w/extensions; NI 3639 tandem axle manure spreader; (2) 9’x18’ metal rack wagons; B&E 9’x18’ rack wagon; 3-pt slurry buggy agitator; 2,900gal slurry buggy; JD 327 baler w/kicker, acid applicator; quick hitch; (3) moldboard plow buster bars; 2-pt sickle bar mower; 36’ NI transport elevator, elec. motor, w/drag line; Harvest Handler 16’ grain elevator; (2) atbed wagons; IH 4-row mounted cultivator; IH 3-btm plow, mech. trip, 3-pt; IH 3-pt, 4-btm mech trip plow; IH 10’ transport disc w/leveler; Sudenga Ind. weigh wagon; JD 347 string baler, ¼ turn chute; JD 653 row crop head; KAD 4-star tedder; New Idea 5209 discbine, good rolls; Schuler 220BF feed wagon; Kilbros gravity wagon; Systems One Seed Jet II; 3-pt 6’ back blade; 3-pt Sunmaster 5’ rotary mower, bad gear box; 3-pt vineyard sprayer; tow-behind vineyard sprayer; 3-pt JD vineyard disc; 3-pt 6’ s-tine harrow; 3-pt pto-driven winch; 3-pt 2-btm Dearborn plow; 3-pt 4-shank cultivator; 3-pt 3-btm vineyard plow; 3-pt buck rake; mechanical stone picker w/Wisconsin gear reduction engine; 3-pt 7’ snowblower; NI 5’ drop spreader; 300gal fuel tank w/pump; Mowers: Kubota ZD326 zero-turn; JD 425, mechanic special; Misc.: Winco 35kw full enclosure propane generator, auto transfer switch, 189hrs; grinder; pickup toolbox; pickup fuel tank; cement mixer; (4) hyd. cylinders; trash pump; frost-free waterer; welder; bin fan; (7) free-stall loops; (3) JD tractor toolboxes; Husky gearbox; gravity wagon auger assembly (no auger); 50’-8” collapsible manure hose; fan; gate hinges & latches; PTO sha ; Jamesway spreader parts, spread plate, inj. manifold; (2) 425/65R22.5; H46x18.0-20 mixer tire; Knight spreader tire; (4) 1,500 gal. tanks; blower pipe; Patz barn cleaner, good clockwise chain; Papec blower; wood splitter; several wooden hay feeders; 14hp Kawasaki engine; Miller AC-DC-Tig welder; 5’x8’ trailer; OTHER UPCOMING AUCTIONS:

Wednesday, 4/5 - Farm Retirement Auction for Titus H. Nolt, 1064 City Hill Road, Penn Yan, NY 14527

ursday, 7/13 - John Deere Expo Consignment Auction at the NY Steam Assoc. Grounds. Now accepting consignments of anything John Deere!

Dann Auctioneers

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Je Dann: 585-233-9570

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In Cats, Ear Infection Can Have Subtle Symptoms

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My cat Chester seemed perfectly healthy, but when I brought him in for his annual checkup, the veterinarian said that he has an ear infection. I didn’t notice any behavior or odd symptoms previously. I gave Chester the expensive eardrops he was prescribed, and he seems just ne. Was the vet just making up the infection? -- Jeanine C., Bu alo, New York

DEAR JEANINE: Cats are really good at hiding the symptoms of an illness. I’m glad you brought Chester in for his regular checkup, because those are very helpful in determining hidden acute problems like an ear infection, and noting potential problems (for example, if his weight is getting higher than normal, or he’s developing arthritis).

Now that Chester has been treated, keep an eye out for signs of the infection recurring. Look, listen and smell (yes, smell!) around his ears periodically and note certain behaviors. Hold Chester on your lap and shine a little ashlight into each ear.

A healthy ear is pale pink, with little to no earwax visible and no debris.

Trouble signs include: A strong odor from the ear; lots of earwax buildup; debris or discharge that looks like co ee grounds; or discharge that is yellow or black. You (or the vet) may see redness or swelling of the ear ap or in the ear canal.

Ear infections cause behavioral changes, too. Some of them are subtle: Chester may shake his head a er you scratch around his ears, or he may tilt his head more in one direction than another. More serious symptoms include loss of balance, disorientation, hearing loss or even facial paralysis.

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NOW HERE’S A TIP

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* Check your local newspaper or city/county government for programs that provide free or near free water barrels or trees. Many areas have a program, and they really do help keep your water costs down if you have flowers or vegetable gardens.

* To keep the edges of lettuce from browning, tear it or use a plastic knife sold just for this purpose. Metal will make the edges brown.

* “If you want same-size cookies, roll and freeze your dough for 10-15 minutes. Most doughs will harden enough to slice into perfectly uniform slices, and the freezing doesn’t really affect cooking time too much. (Watch your first batch, though.)” -- R.L. in Missouri

* If you are reattaching a button to shorts or pants, try using dental floss, the unwaxed kind. It’s much stronger and can hold the button better than regular thread. Use a marker to darken it if the color is an issue.

* “Shaving cream can be used as a spot remover for many carpets. Use only a small amount, and follow up with a damp cloth.” -D.L. in New Brunswick, Canada

* “To prevent a skin from forming on the top of a can of leftover paint, you can inflate a balloon and stick it in the can, cut a piece of wax paper to fit or store the can inverted, so that the skin will form on the bottom and stay there when you flip it.” -- W.B. in Alabama

An average user spends 2 hours and 31 minutes daily on social media. Half of our time on our phones is reserved for social media. If you were forced to choose just one source for social media, what would it be?

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March is National Craft Month. Learning a craft offers many benefits. Expressing one’s creativity provides stress relief and can lower blood pressure much like meditation. There’s natural positive reinforcement from learning a new skill. What craft do you most enjoy?

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STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne

* Ladies, before you put a ring on it, you might want to consider that a survey of 17,000 people across 28 countries found that the amount of time a man spends doing chores on a weekly basis decreases significantly after he marries.

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

NAC Supplement Helps Curb Cravings to Smoke

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’d like to have your thoughts on what value the NAC supplement may have in reducing cravings for marijuana or nicotine?

I’m 73 and have been smoking marijuana daily since I was 21. Now I’m quitting for health reasons. I’ve been taking 1,000 mg of NAC every morning, as I’ve read it helps with smoking cravings. It also seems to be used for anxiety and other mental health issues, lung and heart problems ... the list goes on.

I’m not going to smoke anymore, but I’m just wondering what your take is on this, as I’m thinking of sending it to my 38-year-old son who’s been addicted to vaping/ cigarettes since he was a young man. He has ADD, anxiety and problems with breath capacity, and he may have heart problems as well. He’s smoking to relieve his ADD and anxiety. And, of course, he’d like to quit, but it’s so hard to do so.

Can the NAC supplement help me with the urge to smoke? I think it has reduced the cravings, but how would I even know? -- M.M.

ANSWER: N-acetyl cysteine, a precursor to the amino acid cysteine, has several roles in medicine, as you say. When inhaled, it breaks up mucous, which helps people cough out thick sputum. When used intravenously, it’s a specific antidote to acetaminophen (Tylenol) overdose. It has been used in these capacaties for years and is safe and well-tolerated.

But, in addition, there is data that shows oral NAC (sold as a dietary supplement) may have a role in helping people overcome addictions to tobacco, with small trials showing a reduction in smoking as well as the relapse rate in people using NAC compared with a placebo.

In people who want to reduce their cannabis use, most of the data on NAC has been on younger people (adolescents and young adults), but also shows some benefit. More stringent trials are ongoing.

It is very difficult for a single person (patient or physician) to tell whether it’s a “real” effect or a “placebo” effect that is causing the reduction in cravings. Only large-scale, placebocontrolled trials can show with confidence whether the treatment is more effective than a placebo. But, since the supplement is inexpensive and highly safe, and since a thirdparty lab found that the brands of NAC sold at reputable stores are what they say they are, I say it might be helpful. However, there are many other products that are proven to be safe and effective to help with quitting smoking, ranging from group tobacco cessation classes, to nicotine replacement therapy, to prescription medications like varenicline and bupropion -- all of which have many years of proven clinical efficacy.

Finally, there are a lot of people with attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder who are not getting appropriate treatment as adults. Getting treatment by an expert in ADD might make quitting smoking easier and may also improve many other areas of functioning for your son.

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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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NEVER FORGOTTEN

DIANA PERRY, E. ROCHESTER

God and the soldier, all men adore In time of danger and not before When the danger is passed and all things righted, God is forgotten and the soldier slighted

Etched on a sentry box wall in Gibraltar, this passage o en resounded in me as I thought of my brother’s unheralded return from Vietnam in the 60s. His surprise arrival late one night brought joy a er a very long eighteen months away. It also reminded me that my mother’s family still awaited closure on their son who was listed missing in action (MIA) in WWII, then o cially declared dead. e lack of a burial, a ceremony, a closure, lingered years later. My mom o en said that her brother’s death allowed her non-English speaking immigrant parents to a ord to buy a farm outside the Bu alo area. Little did she know that their escape from memories of their neighborhood home would keep the mystery of his death.

My rst generation American-born Uncle Aloysius was a dra ed member of the Armored Infantry Battalion, 7th Armored Division. He was ‘lost’ in a battle in Overloon, Holland in October 1944, ten months before his namesake, my brother, would be born. For a year, Uncle Al was listed MIA, and I as a sister and mother of returned vets, can only imagine the heartache my grieving grandmother felt for her lost son.

grandparents’ grave, and I placed it with the dirt on Uncle Al’s grave. Upon return to Bu alo, I took a teaspoon of dirt from his site and placed it on my grandparents’ grave. I felt I reunited the son with his parents. Little did I know my mission was not complete!

One year ago in January 2022, I answered a ‘spam risk’ call. A woman asked if I was the daughter of Eugenia, sister of Aloysius. In the moment of my brain freeze, she explained herself as a researcher for the Human Resource Commission, Post Con ict Repatriations. Her job was to research to “account for all who did not return” and “to include or exclude information.”

A er spending a generous time on the call with me, she explained the armed forces wanted to identify my uncle’s remains. “Many human pieces” are o en found, and if they can identify some pieces they can identify all the various remains by narrowing down the options. Would I give them my spit for a DNA test?! My initial reaction was again that this was a spam call or that someone wanted my DNA for a cold case le. She suggested I talk to my family, gave me several phone numbers to verify the Army program, and le me in a state of What?!

My brother called it a scam. My immediate family said, “Go with your heart; it’s your decision.” When the young lady called back, I was still unsure, but she o ered to send me my uncle’s complete le to consider. Within days, an envelope arrived containing almost 200 pages detailing the circumstances of my uncle’s death, the search the military did to nd relatives in 1946, again in 1978, and nally his internment with a full military funeral. I learned from the le everything from his shoe size to his dental cavities to the fact that his rosary beads were by his side when he died!

When ancestry research came to the computer y years later, I entered information with the hope of nding information about my grandparents, my only certainty being that they were from an area that spoke Polish. My youth was at a time when you did not express nationality other than being ‘American.’ You didn’t want anyone to think you were foreign!

We lived about twenty miles from my mom’s family, and since my parents didn’t drive, visiting my grandparents was like visiting a foreign country. ey didn’t speak English, children didn’t ask questions, and at that time, we just tried to be as American as we could. e arrival of displaced persons from European refugee camps was not something to associate with. Not surprisingly, I found nothing related to my maternal grandparents in my research.

But out of the ancestry search came an unexpected nd: a historian for the Armored Division saw my post and reached out to ask if I was related to Aloysius Gonsowski of Bu alo, NY, and from him I found where my uncle was buried – in Belgium. I promised my mom I would one day visit his gravesite.

My daughter works in Europe, and during visits to see her and vacation capitals, I nally got to Belgium to see the grave. I knew that he was interred at the Ardennes American Military Cemetery, and on a picturesque June day in 2017, my family stood in awe at the site’s magni cence. Like the US’ Arlington National Cemetery in DC, the grounds at Ardennes are an immaculate, serene tribute to those who gave everything. I had brought with me a teaspoon of dirt from my

Evidently, in 1978, a townsman looking in a well-known battle area for war relics came across a shallow grave with two skeletons and a set of dog tags, one engraved with my uncle’s name. Again, the military tried to nd relatives and when they were unsuccessful, Uncle Al was given a full military burial in Ardennes. e le included the pictures and write-up from the Stars and Stripes paper! An amazing, beautiful closure for a soldier never forgotten by the military. How could I not give my DNA? It will be kept in a database so that if body parts are found in the battle area, they can include/exclude possible servicemen. Uncle Al gave so much; how could I not?

I wish the technology had been available sooner so my grandparents, my mom, and her siblings, could have had the closure I received knowing all the circumstances of the death of this WWII tank hero, a young man adored by his family and never forgotten or slighted by his country.

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Patrick’s Day St.

MARCH 17, 2023

St. Patrick was not an Irishman

He was born Maewyn Succat around 385 A.D., son of a Christian church deacon and wealthy family, in Britain, which was under the rule of the Roman Empire at that time.

Today the world’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration is the annual parade in New York City, where more than two million spectators line the parade route, all claiming to be Irish, at least for the day.

Four-leaf clovers are never shamrocks

The four-leaf clover being lucky has nothing to do with St. Patrick — legend has it that St. Patrick used a green plant with three leaves, commonly called a shamrock, to teach the Christian concept of the Holy Trinity — only a three-leaf clover can be a shamrock.

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QUEEN SIZE BOX SPRING. Good condition. Pick up, Shortsville: 585-469-7046

SOCKS, fair to good condition, others can be used for crafts: 585-236-0426

LOWREY ORGAN Model M-375, Walnut Finish. You pick up: 585-370-2535

TREADMILL, suitable for walking, not running on. Works. You pick up: lorali58isdone@gmail.com

Older CPAP MACHINE, works well: lorali58isdone@gmail.com

Used ARIEN SNOW BLOWER. Fairly old but still runs: 585-953-0163 (lv. msg)

SLEEPER SOFA, good condition and a SOFA, good condition but has some stains. Bloomfield: 585-747-5521

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, solid, light oak. Fits 32” TV or could be used for computer monitor. Excellent condition. You pick up: 585-359-1652

WILTON NOVELTY CAKE PAN shaped like running/athletic shoe. Holds one entire cake mix recipe. Four STONEWARE .5L BEER MUGS. Fairport: jvc45@aol.com

SONY CD/DVD PLAYER. Works. Fairport: jvc45@aol.com

Who collects CLOTHING FOR THE NEEDY: motelmaid37@aol.com

STAMPED CROSS STITCH KIT, Serenity Prayer 16” x 20”. All floss and more. Pick up, LeRoy. Text or call: 716-352-1248

WOOD DINING ROOM CABINET w/GLASS DOORS. Good condition. You pick up: 585-213-4023

SUBARU VERTICAL SHAFT ENGINE, did run, needs pull start replaced: 585-737-0491

Clean QUEEN SIZE MATTRESS, 2” thick. Perfect for camper: 585-755-1948

FELLED 4-5’ SECTIONS ASH WOOD; take as much as you want. Easy access; wood on edges of lawn: 585-281-1717

CASTRO CONVERTIBLE COUCH and SLIPCOVER - cushions ripped, but mattress perfect: grleah1@juno.com

FIREWOOD. Large cotton wood tree; felled, trunk and large branches broken down. Easy access. You pick up, Ionia: 585-657-4894

AMPCO PLAYER PIANO and a LOWREY CITATION HOME THEATER ORGAN

You move: 585-323-1762 (leave message)

WURLITZER PIANO - great condition; only one sticky key. Located on the second floor. Text: 585-755-9697

RESMED S8 ELITE II CPAP - Case, Heater/Humidifier, 2 Tanks, Cord, Manual, Hose, but CPAP part probably no good. West Henrietta: cmonroj1@rochester.rr.com

AVANA COMFORT MATTRESS ELEVATOR (king size). Pick up, Webster: 585-872-6756

PATTERNS for an 18” doll: 585-624-5144

SNOWMOBILE wanted running or not. Call or text: 585-733-2026

LARGE POTTERY JARS for indoor gardening: 585-374-5768

Jars of OLD, BROKEN JEWELRY for artwork: 315-694-2247

Clean EGG CARTONS: 716-432-4249

OLD WINDOWS. Must NOT be low-E glass: 814-397-1432

PIANO MUSIC (classical, pop, country): 585-358-6142

20 HP MERCURY OUTBOARD MOTOR for parts. Will pick up. Text: 585-230-9380

SLEEPER SOFA, any size. Please, not if it smells like smoke or cat urine. Will pick up! Thanks! 585-443-9338

VINTAGE FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL or BASEBALL CARDS. Also, VINTAGE ADVERTISING CARDS. Thankful & Grateful! 585-729-1259

VINTAGE ELECTRONICS - Tubes, tube testers, vintage stereo equipment, radios, microphones, motors, speakers, meters, turntables, communication gear, Advertising, Ham, Test Equipment: 585-538-9341

ROSARIES (old and new) to add to my 300+ collection: 585-293-2199

COMICS AND SPORTS/COLLECTIBLE CARDS, any condition, will pick up. I enjoy everything. Thank You! God Bless. Text: 585-260-0437

KEYBOARD in working condition for a 90s Dell computer for a disabled person to work with: 585-346-7022

CLEAN STORAGE BOXES, like copier paper boxes, with lids for moving. Stored indoors. Will pick up: 585-497-2327

HP PRINTER INK CARTRIDGES #60 and #61, new or expired okay. Thank you: 585-519-3325

CRAFT SUPPLIES, YARN, PAINTS, CLAY, FABRICS: Jeank71112@gmail.com

OLD ELECTRONICS, will refurbish and pass on to others in need, or recyclecomputers, stereos, printers, etc.: terrybeckley1@gmail.com

Senior Navy Veteran needs any running VEHICLE that has passed inspection for himself and animal rescue: 585-531-4004

Rock music - 8 TRACK TAPES, CASSETTE TAPES, and VINYL RECORDS for my own personal collection. Thanks in advance: gzintel@yahoo.com

BOX TRAILER: 585-323-1762 (leave message)

COOPERSTOWN DREAMS PARK TRADING PINS and carrying case for granddaughter who will be in this summer’s tournament: 585-334-6134

AIR COMPRESSOR - 10+ gallons: mhoskins@pvac.org

INVERSION TABLE, for senior with bad back: stujaxon@yahoo.com

TRAILER WHEEL & TIRE, ST175-80D13 13” wheel, 5 lugs: 585-993-1917

BUILT/UNBUILT MODELS OR KITS. Parts and pieces ok. Longtime collector seeks projects/restorations/customs. Auto, Truck, Plane, Military, etc. Call 585-314-6989

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Allens Hill Free Library

3818 County Road 40, Bloomfield 585-229-5636

Tues. 6-8pm; Wed. 3-6:30pm; Fri. 2:30-8pm; Sat. 1-4pm

Bloomfield Public Library

9 Church Street, Bloomfield 585-657-6264

Mon. 2-7pm; Tues. 10am-7pm; Wed. 2-7pm; Thurs. 10am-7pm; Fri. 2-7pm; Sat. 10am-2pm

Mendon Library

22 N. Main St., Honeoye Falls (585) 624-6067 mendonlibrary.org

Mon.-Thurs.: 9am-8pm; Fri./Sat.: 9am-3pm; Closed Sunday

Victor Farmington Library

15 West Main St., Victor 585-924-2637 victorfarmingtonlibrary.org

Mon.-Thurs. 9am-8pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun. 12-4pm

Here’s what’s happening at your local library…

BloomfieldPublicLibrary:

The FriendsoftheBloomfieldPublic Librarywillbehostingaone-day CommonSenseNoFussBookSale, underthetentinthebackparking lotofBloomfieldPublicLibrary,9 ChurchSt,Bloomfield.Saturday May6,2023from10amto2pm. FillaFriends’reusablebagfor$5. Onlybookdonationsingoodconditionwillbeaccepted.Pleasedrop offdonationsfromMarch13 throughMay3duringlibraryhours. Weareunabletoaccepttextbooks, VHSorcassettetapes,ReadersDigest,ormagazines.

No winter lasts forever; no spring skipsitsturn. ~ Hal Borland

PenfieldPublicLibrary

Very SpecialAuthorVisit:LindaSue Park:Saturday,March18|1PM|for kids|registrationrequired TiptoeThroughtheTulipsinHolland, Michigan:Sunday,March19|2PM| foradults|registrationrequired

TeenConstellationArtCraft:Tuesday, March21|4PM|forteens|

registrationrequired

TeenAdvisoryBoard:Thursday, March23|4PM|forteens|

registrationrequired

RethinkingtheAmericanLawn: Thursday,March23|7PM|for adults|registrationrequired

ScienceSaturday:Saturday,March25 |1PM|forkids|registrationrequired SundayAfternoonFilm“JustMercy”: Sunday,March26|2PM|foradults|

registrationrequired

K-4CraftyFunDay:Wednesday, March29|4:15PM|forkids| registrationrequired

In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.

~ Margaret Atwood, “Unearthing Suite,” 1983

VictorFarmingtonLibrary: Ongoing Programs:

Mondays2-4PM:MahJonggJoin otherMahJonggenthusiasts!

Mondays12:15PM&Thursdays 11:00AM:On-SiteChairYoga* Suggesteddonation$3/class

Mondays6:00PM:PlayHandand FootGameHavesomefun,meet newfriends!

Wednesdays9:15AM:Library WalkersExplorelocaltrails, neighborhoodsandparksbyfoot.

Wednesdays10AM-1PM:Basic ComputerSkillsforAdults*Oneon-onehelpwithyourtechnology questions.

Wednesdays2:00-4:00PM:Euchre &HandandFootGames

Fridays1:00PM:Mindfulness& MeditationClass*Suggesteddonation:$3/class

Saturday3/189:00AM-4:00PM: AARPDriverSafetyClass*

Tuesday3/216:00PM:Birdingfor Beginners*JoinChrisLajewski, MontezumaAudubonCenter,for thisintroductiontobirding.

Thursday3/231:00PM:TEDTalk DiscussionGroup*Allarewelcome!

Thursday3/236:00PM:Better Hearing=BetterLiving*Infoabout assistivelisteningdevices,over-thecounterhearingaidesandmore.

Thursday3/236:00PM:Virtual DeathCafe:TalkingAboutDeath, CelebratingLife* *Visitwww. victorfarmingtonlibrary.orgfor moreinfoandtoregister.

BLOOMFIELD

CommunityBreakfast- A Community Breakfastisheldon 4thSaturdaysfrom8:30-10am.All arewelcomeforfoodandfellowship.Afreewillofferingis accepted.EastBloomfieldUnited MethodistChurchat2ParkPlacein Bloomfield.http://www. eastbloomfieldumc.org

CANANDAIGUA

AARPMeeting: Come joinusas wemeetthe3rdTuesdayofevery monthattheSalvationArmyin Canandaiguaat110SaltonstallSt. upstairs(elevator).Newmembers arealwayswelcome.Ournext meetingisonTue.,March21,at1 PM.Formoreinfo,callKarenat 585-229-2116.

TheEmbraceYourSisters(EYS) Tea AtTwoFashionShowFundraiser:April30,CasaLargaVineyards,Fairport,2pm.Doorsopen 12:30pm.Aninspirationalafternoonoffashion,friends,foodand fun.Themodelsincludebreastcancersurvivorsalongwiththeirfamilies,friendsandmembersofour communities.Theeventsoldoutin 2022!SoDON’TDELAYongetting yourticketsNOW!Featuring: EmceeBillyKiddfrom92.5WBEE, GuestSpeakerJenniferHarvey M.D.fromURMCImaging,DJMike LaMarcafromSpectrumSounds. Enjoysweetandsavorysnacks/ beverages,cashbar,silentauction, wine,jewelry,floralteapotraffles, andmore!Fortickets,sponsorship opportunities,silentauctiondonations,andprogramads: www.embraceyoursisters.org/ 2023-tea-at-two-fashion-show

CalledtoCare,Canandaigua Meeting: Monday, March20th, 4-6pm,St.Mary’sChurch,95 NorthMainStreet,Canandaiguain theParrishHall.Wearenowan establishedgroupofindividuals fromchurchesandotherorganizationswhohavecometogetherand welcomedUkrainiansandHaitians tofindnewliveshereinthecaring communityofCanandaigua throughsponsorshipandthe HumanitarianParoleProgram.We inviteyoutojoinustolearnmore orgetinvolved.Thismonth’smeetingwillinclude“HelpingWithout Hurting”aninformationsession presentedbyEricLintala,CommunityEngagementManagerat WorldReliefofWesternNY.For moreinformationcontactLinda Werts,315-447-0276.

FallPrevention- Quail Summit andSaltCouncilhostFallPreventionwithKayleeStearns,HCR Health.March22,12:30-1:30pm, QuailSummit,5102ParrishStExt, Canandaigua.

FAIRPORT

TheWoman’sClubofRochester gives tolocalcharitableorganizations.Wemeetat11AMonthe4th Tues.ofthemonthSept.-May. Ourmeetingsinvolvelunchanda speaker.OurMarchmeeting3/28, isafamilystylelunchatBocaccinis ItalianBistro(6720PittsfordPalmyraRoad,Fairport)featuringThe BeeLady-TheNorthBee.This meetingis$25andacheckmust bereceivedby3/21.Tojoinusasa guestortobecomeamember pleaseemail womansclubofrochester@gmail. comorcall585-328-8964forinformation.Pleasevisitourwebsite: www.womansclubofrochester.org

IONIA

TheMiller´sCornersCemetery Association will holditsAnnual MeetingonWednesday,March29 at7pmattheIoniaFireHouse, CountyRoad14,Ionia.People owningcemeterylotsareeligibleto attend.Alllawnmowingbidsmust bereceivedpriortothemeeting. MailyourbidtoLarryEvans,Superintendent,POBox58,Ionia,NY 14475.Formoreinformationcall 585-624-4993.

LIVONIA

EasterCommunityEvent! The United MethodistChurchofLivonia willhostanEasterEggHunt,for childrenaged2yearsto10years (or5thgrade),onSaturday,April1, 2023.Thechurchislocatedat21 SummersStreetinLivonia.Sign-in fortheeventwillbeginat9:30AM, followedbytheEasterEggHuntat 10:00AM.Familycraftandstory timewithsnackswillfollowat 10:30AM.Thisafreecommunity event;allarewelcome!!!

STRANGE BUT TRUE By Lucie Winborne

* Before trees existed, the earth was covered with giant white mushrooms.

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FingerLakesUFOMeetup -ExploreETs,UFOs&theParanormal. Shareyourexperienceswithlikemindedpeople.Saturday,March 18:6:00-8:00pmattheUnited MethodistChurchofLivonia (UMCL),21SummersStreet, Livonia.$5.00donationtoUMCL. RSVPappreciated,butnotrequired to:MaryGraceviatextorcall: 585-766-9318.www. giftsofgraceministry.org

NEWARK

TheFourCountySchoolBoards Association ishostingitsfirstAnnualSpringConferenceonMarch 24,2023,attheWayne-Finger LakesBOCESConferenceCenterin Newark,8am-3:15pm.Thefocusof theconferencewillbeSchool Safety,Security&MentalHealth PlanningandPreparation.Wehave aterrificprogramplannedwithan outstandinglineupofspeakers scheduledthroughouttheday.For moreinformationandtoregister fortheeventpleasevisitourwebsiteatwww.fourcountysba.org. Pleasedon’thesitatetocontactme atstephen.miskell@wflboces.org, orourCoordinatorofMembership Services,SueWyattat 4countysba@edutech.org.Meeting noticewithlinkstoourwebsiteis attached.

ROCHESTER

BeyondAuditoryProcessing Course |AnIntegrativeApproach toConceptualizingtheProcesses EngagedinEverydayListening. ContinuingEducationOpportunity! Thispresentationwillexaminethe underlyingprocesses,possible breakdowns,assessment,and interventionsinthecontextofwhat thelistenerfacesineveryday situations,recognizingtheintertwiningofvariousprocesses,such asauditoryprocessing,cognition, andlanguage.Audience|GoodTo Attend.Audiologists,general practitioners(includingENTsand PEDS),speech-languagepathologists,psychologists,special educationteachers,generaleducationteachers,occupational therapists,students,andparents. LearnMore/Register:https://www. rhsc.org/continuing-education.InPersonandZoomParticipation Available-March25,8:30am-5pm, NazarethCollege|TheShultsCenter|Forum,4245EastAvenue, Rochester.https://www.rhsc.org/

continuing-education

TheGatesHistoricalSociety’s Marchprogram willbeMonday, March20at7:00pmintheGates TownHallAnnex,1605Buffalo Rd.,Rochester.RickIekel,Author of“TheRoc:Journeythruthe20th Century”,willpresentaprogram whichtellsthestoryofRochester’s 100yearoldaviationfacility(the airport)fromaninsider’spointof view.Thisprogramisfreeandis handicappedaccessible.Hewill havebooksavailableforpurchase. http://www.gateshistory.org

BluesisAlrightTour: Youain’t seennothinglikethem!Featuring performancesbyBlueslegendsCalvinRichardson,KingGeorge,Pokey Bear,NellieTigerTravis,LennyWilliamsandTheodisEaley.TheBlues IsAlrightTourispresentedby NorthAmericanEntertainment GroupInc.,oneoftheleading independentpromotersofentertainmenttoursandliveeventsin theUnitedStates.March25,7pm, RBTL’sAuditoriumTheatre,885 EastMainSt.,Rochester.https:// rbtl.org/events/blues-is-alright/

RoyalComedy2023: Enjoya nightoflaughswithArnezJ,Bruce Bruce,Sommore&Lavell Crawford!PresentedbyNorth AmericanEntertainmentGroupInc. March31,8pmtomidnight,RBTL’s AuditoriumTheatre,885EastMain St.,Rochester.https://rbtl.org/ events/royal-comedy-tour/

WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES

Think of small business sponsorships when putting together school- or clubbased fundraisers.

HearingLossAssociationof America/RochesterChapterAnyoneinterestedinhearingloss, eithertheirownorsomeoneelse’s, iswelcome.AllHLAAprogramsare free.Someareinpersonwhile other,virtualprograms,require preregistration.Tuesday,March28, CanalsideSpeech,8-9pm-HEAR TOGETHER.KristinBergholtzCCC/ SLP.VirtualonZoom.SpeechlanguagepathologistBergholtzconductsavirtualsupportgroupfor parentsandcaregiversofDeaf/hard ofhearingchildren.Learnmore aboutyourchild’shearingloss,servicestobenefitthem,andtipsto supporttheirlanguagedevelopment.Registeratkristinbslp@gmail. com.Ms.Bergholtz’sprivate speechpracticeisCanalside Speech.Info.:hearinglossrochester. org

RUSH

RochesterRotarySunshine Campus-PancakeBreakfast: JointheRochesterRotarySunshine CampusforadeliciousPancake BreakfastonSaturday,March18th, 8am-12pmattheSunshine Campus,809FivePointsRoadin Rush.EnjoydeliciouspancakescoveredwithourveryownSunshine CampMapleSyrup.Adults-$10, KidsUnder13-$5,KidsUnder3Free.Ticketsavailableat sunshinecamp.org.Information: 585-533-2080.

SPRINGWATER

HikeEllisonParkinRochesterHike&Explorethehistoricaltrails ofEllisonParkinRochesteron Sunday,March19from2-4PM withSpringwaterTrails,followed byasocialget-togetheratthe nearbyTryonPub.Foradditional info/directions/updatesvisitthe website:springwatertrails.org

VICTOR

KiwanisClubofFarmingtonVictorSt.Patrick’sDayFreeDinner forVictor&FarmingtonSenior Citizens-March18,2023.RSVP REQUIRED.Joinusforourannual FREEcornedbeefandcabbagedinner!Thisyearwewillbeoffering drivethrumealstogo,freetolocal seniors.WHEN:March18,2023, 1-4pmattheVictorSeniorHigh SchoolBusLoop,953HighSt, Victor.RSVPbyMarch11th.Callus at585-433-5926,andleaveamessagewithyourname,phonenumberandnumber(#)ofmeals needed.**Thisisadrivethrough, nocontactevent.Pleasestayin yourcar.Wewillbringyourmealto you.

WEBSTER

SpringBloodDonorDrive sponsoredbytheWomen’sClubof WebsteronTuesday,April4th, 1-6:00p.m.atSt.MartinLutheran Church,813BayRoad,Webster. TheChurchislocatednorthof Route104.Blooddonorswillbe rewardedwithhomemadecookies toenjoywiththeirjuice. Appointmentsrequired.Donors canjustdropin.BloodDriveInformation?ContactKatieHout, 585-353-9964.TheWomen’sClub ofWebsterisanactivecommunity serviceorganizationthathasgenerouslysupportedmany worthwhilecausesforoverfive decades.Newmemberswelcome! ClubInformation?ContactNancy Melrose,585-330-9928.

And so by degrees the winter wore away... and the chill, bitter, windy, early spring came round. The comic almanacks give us dreadful pictures of January and February; but, in truth, the months which should be made to look gloomy in England are March and April. Let no man boast himself that he has got through the perils of winter till at least the seventh of May.

~Anthony Trollope (1815–1882), The Chronicles of Barsetshire, Vol. III: Doctor Thorne, “Chapter XLVII: How the Bride Was Received, and Who Were Asked to the Wedding,” 1858

W. BLOOMFIELD

MattVenutiiscomingtoWest BloomfieldCongregational Church! MattVenutiisamultiinstrumentalist/singer-songwriter andmoderndaytouringtroubadourknownforhiscaptivating acousticandelectronicinstruments,soundimmersionexperiencesandsongs.OnWednesday, March29that7pm-Mattwill projecthisbeautifulnaturevideos onanentirewallofthesanctuary behindhimtocreateafullyimmersivemulti-mediaexperience.This willbeanincredibleevening!Suggesteddonationof$10perperson, withallproceedsbenefitingboth Mattandthe24/7HOPEcommunityfoodcupboard.Tickets: wbccucc.org.WestBloomfield CongregationalChurch,9035Rts5 &20inWestBloomfield.Facilityis fullyaccessible.

ComeJoinTheFun! FrancisM. DaltonPost282,2475StateRoute 65,WestBloomfield.ST.PATRICK’S DAYCELEBRATION!Saturday, March18th,2023.Serving2pm5:30pm.Enjoycornedbeef,cabbage,potatoes,carrots,Italian bread,dessert.Sorry,notakeout. Donationsaccepted.

Walk-A-ThonNYS: AProgramof: TheSonsofTheAmericanLegion& TheAmericanLegionAuxiliary. AmericanLegionPost282,Rt.65, WestBloomfield.”THEY MARCHEDFORUS...LET’SWALK FORTHEM”.ShowYourSupport: Wednesday,March29,5-7:30pm. SPAGHETTIDINNER-$10.00,Post 282,LimaLegion.SupportHomelessVeterans-50%ofeverydollar willgoto18VAlocationsfor HomelessVeteransandVeteranAssistedLivingHomesinNYS.SupportHonorFlight-50%ofevery dollarwillgotosupportingHonor FlightinNYS.

We are back to NORMAL HOURS

Hours are: Tuesdays 10am-3pm and Saturdays 1pm-5pm

SENIOR NEWS

By Matilda Charles e Covid Numbers

How does it feel when you’re the only one in the whole grocery store who’s wearing a mask? Or when you get three phone calls from the senior center asking if you’re interested in signing up for the monthly ladies lunch, a er you’ve already said no?

Do you feel tempted to explain to the young person who gives you the eye in the dairy aisle? Or worse, apologize to the senior center sta er who no doubt voted to dispense with all masks months ago?

Don’t. Don’t explain. Don’t apologize. Just keep doing what you’ve been doing for three years now, which is taking care of yourself as best you can.

Depending what source you read, you might be tempted to believe that Covid is no longer a problem, that it’s safe to go to lunches where everyone is sitting inches from each other, that it’s perfectly ne to go without the mask in stores.

However, if you look at graphs and charts and follow the progress of Covid, you’ll see that it’s still very much among us. Data taken from e New York Times Covid stats indicates that for a two-week period in February, there were in excess of a half million positive Covid cases in the U.S.

Individual states are doing better or worse than the average. In my state, the 14-day change has gone up 50%, and we’re not even in rst place.

ose positive Covid numbers are from people who were tested at a facility that reports their statistics. How many millions of people are using those at-home test kits and never see the inside of a doctor’s o ce and therefore don’t have their results reported?

None of us has a crystal ball to see when Covid might leave us for good. While it’s still here, take care of yourself. And yes, keep washing your hands.

(c) 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

Penny Saver

Did You Know? If you have psoriasis, an autoimmune skin condition marked by red, flaky patches on the body, you also could be at risk for a certain type of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis, which causes stiffness, swelling and pain in and around the joints, affects up to 30 percent of people with psoriasis, says the National Psoriasis Foundation. While psoriatic arthritis can develop at any time, it is most common in people between the ages of 30 and 50. This type of arthritis can develop slowly or come on quickly and be severe. Just like psoriasis itself, psoriatic arthritis tends to go through periods of flare-up and remission. Typically, the skin condition precedes the joint disease in 85 percent of patients. Keep in mind that a severe case of psoriasis will not necessarly translate into a severe case of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis may be treated like other forms of arthritis. Doctors may prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, antirheumatic drugs, exercise, and complementary therapies.Those who have psoriasis and have begun to experience joint pain and stiffness should talk to a doctor about potential therapies.

Puzzle Answers This Week

Peewee and Gizmo are brothers. We got them through a family member. They’re so cute and fun to watch play together. They love going for rides.

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Embarrassing parents

A shout out to our local first responders

We were suddenly plunged into darkness last night when a car struck a utility pole at the north end of Bronson Hill Rd. in Avon. The first police officer arrived on the scene in what couldn’t have been more than 3 minutes. I counted four police cars and I don’t think ten minutes had gone by. The ambulance arrived shortly thereafter. The power company was there in less than 30 minutes and power was restored within an hour and a half. I hope all is well with the accident victims. I was amazed at how quickly the first responders were on the scene. Thanks to all involved. You really start to appreciate it when you’re sitting in the dark with no heat or electricity on a cold 30 degree night!

Thanks for helping our cat

Years ago, Anna, my daughter, went fishing. She heard loud meowing nearby. Anna found a small, gray kitten with funny, spiky hair. Anna brought the kitten home. Stryker got her name because she likes to stick out a paw and playfully strike people as they walk by. She has the heaviest, thickest fur coat I have ever seen. We are not sure if she is part Maine Coon, but she has a fur ruff around her neck, a bushy tail and thick fur like a bear. When Stryker went outside she would come back with ticks hidden in her thick fur. I tried to groom her myself but ended up taking her to the vet after I accidentally cut her. Beth at Lab’s Landing in Darien Center has been a lifesaver. We even discovered Stryker has gray stripes under all her baggy fur. Thanks Beth for making life so much easier.

To the wonderful people who helped me!

I want to say thank you to the three people who stopped on Route 63 yesterday to help me when I flipped my car over the guardrail in the snow storm. You stopped and helped me get out of my car and waited with me til 911 arrived. I really and truly appreciate your kind hearts to wait in the blistering cold with me. I am home and doing ok thanks to all of you and everyone who helped me. So thank you from the bottom of my heart!

At a recent hockey game with 10yr. old players I was shocked by some parents’ behavior. First, the kids can’t hear you screaming constantly: helmets, hats, it’s noisy on the ice. Second, you are not the only parent who paid for gear, got up early on weekends and brought kids here, then help them get dressed. Third, your entire family should be embarrassed as you taught those kids to scream and complain if things don’t go your way. I did not go there to listen to you up in the top row screaming your opinion about refs, coaches and calling kids by name, telling them you know best!

You are rude, sir.

Technically Handicapped

Not really a Rant, but there is a lot of computer help out there. Libraries offer free computer use and probably instruction. Also used and rebuilt are really cheap these days. I’m no wizz but over 70 and I get by with the tech stuff.

Technology Choice

This is in response to Technically Handicapped. I have an old-fashioned cell phone for use when I leave the house. I CHOOSE not to have a smart phone! I do have a computer, know how to use it, and think it belongs at home. I agree that there’s far too many businesses and medical

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1. MOVIES: What is the name of Scarlett and Rhett’s daughter in “Gone with the Wind”?

2. GEOGRAPHY: What body of water lies between Australia and New Zealand?

3. TELEVISION: Eric Camden is a minister on which TV dramedy?

4. CHEMISTRY: Which element has the Latin name stannum (Sn)?

5. LITERATURE: Which book is first written in C.S. Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia series?

6. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the name of the bird logo on Twitter?

7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How long does it take a sloth to digest food?

8. PSYCHOLOGY: What is the irrational fear represented by coulrophobia?

9. MYTHOLOGY: Which Greek god stared at his own reflection until he died?

10. INVENTIONS: What did Alessandro Volta invent?

Answers

2. Tasman Sea.

3. “7th Heaven.”

4. Tin.

5. “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe.”

6. Larry.

7. An average of 16 days, and up to 30 days.

8. Fear of clowns.

9. Narcissus.

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RELOCATING FOR A NEW JOB

Rent your first home. The Allied survey found that 31 percent of respondents indicated the most challenging part of relocating for a job was finding a home, while 29 percent felt acclimating to their new community was the most challenging aspect of their relocation. Adults who rent their first homes upon relocating can remove some of the pressure to find the perfect home, knowing full well their first home in their new community will be temporary. If possible, rent in a location that makes it easy to immerse yourself in your new community, which should make the adjustment easier. In addition, place items that are unnecessary for day-to-day life in storage. Having some of your possessions already packed should make your next move less stressful.

One of the leading General Contractors in Western NY is looking to support its continuing growth by hiring a motivated Carpenter and general jack-of-all-trades. is dynamic individual needs to be a carpentry specialist, with additional supporting construction skills, while exhibiting the professionalism and energy of this growing company.

Candidates seeking to join this Rochester Top 100 company will need to have a minimum of 5 years of experience in nish carpentry, as well as basic understanding of all trades.

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Quail Summit is currently accepting applications for Resident Care Assistants

Come join our Wellness team providing physical and social care to our independent residents. We are currently o ering NEW incentive programs to include weekend and 12-hour shi s! Successful candidates are also eligible for a $500 retention bonus. Quail Summit o ers excellent bene ts, competitive wages, and excellent work environment!

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Yard Manager - Immediate Opening

Immediate opening for a full-time Seasonal Yard Manager with or without marine experience. We are a well-established, full-service marina looking to add a new member to our team. We o er on the job training and have a highly supportive team atmosphere. We are open seven days a week with Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. We o er a competitive hourly wage based on experience. No experience is required. A valid driver’s license is required, and strong interpersonal skills are a plus.

Job Details:

• Should have a good mechanical background and be willing to learn how to use equipment. (Hydraulic trailers, Bobcats, and tractors.)

• Should be willing to learn to drive boats to load on trailers and deliver to customers.

• Job will entail learning how to block and unblock boats.

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A new year often sparks change. Many people aspire to change jobs at the dawn of a new year, and such changes are more frequent than one might think.

Immediate Openings

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EARN A SURPRISING SALARY

Highly skilled manufacturing and trades people can earn far more than you might expect.

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Many establishments display the familiar Irish tricolour flag on St. Patrick’s Day, and paradegoers may even wave miniature versions of this significant symbol in support of those marching. This instantly recognizable flag has a rich history. Equal parts green, white and orange, the flag was designed to foster peace in the country that had experienced considerable turmoil due to the divide between the country’s Protestant and Catholic residents. The green in the flag represents the Irish Catholics, while the orange represents the Irish Protestants. The white is a symbol of hope for peace between the two factions. Though Ireland established the tricolour as its national flag in 1921, it first appeared much earlier when Irish national Thomas Francis Meagher unfurled it in 1848.