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HOMETOWN

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MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel * On Jan. 3, 1952, Sgt. Joe Friday’s police drama “Dragnet” comes to television.

A popular radio series, it became one of the first TV series filmed in Hollywood, instead of New York, and began a long line of crime and police dramas.

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- Best wishes to you and yours A note of thanks and a wish for joy as we unwrap another Christmas season. Meeting all of you and forging new friendships has made this a wonderful year.

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SPORTS • EVENTS CELEBRATIONS VACATIONS

1. Flower boxes in Israel 2. Holiday fun at The Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant 3. Winter Storm on Red Creek

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MAKE THE HOLIDAY SEASON MORE MERRY Visit a large city to look at Christmas window displays.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING FOR THOSE WHO SEEMINGLY HAVE IT ALL Food or beverage subscription. Everyone needs to eat (and drink), so there is always a need for tasty offerings. Introduce loved ones to new foods with various subscriptions.

If a person is missing flavors from a home country, have delicacies shipped so the recipient can enjoy a taste of their childhood.

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PAW’S CORNER

By Sam Mazzotta

Prepare Your Home for a New Puppy DEAR PAW'S CORNER: This Christmas, we planned to get a puppy, but it is too young to leave its mother yet. Instead of revealing the puppy on Christmas Day, we wrapped a big box that had a little note in it from Santa saying that a new puppy will arrive soon, and to write down their ideas for a name on the back of the card. Do you have any tips on how we can prepare the house for the puppy's arrival in a few weeks? -- Chet in Boise, Idaho

Sterling is a 1 year old Shih Tzu and the cutest RIT Tiger. He has two “girlfriends” and loves his walks and playing with his favorite toy, Monkey.

DEAR CHET: First, kudos to you for handling the Christmas announcement so well! That's a great way to surprise the kids during the gift-opening while not having to supervise a puppy who has no idea what is going on. And keeping the puppy with its mother until it's at least 8 to 12 weeks old is so important.

Involving the kids in preparation for the puppy's arrival is important. Explain to them that puppies like to explore -- often with their teeth. So they need to put away their toys, clothing and anything that they don't want to get chewed up. Puppies can also get into foods and cleaning items that can be dangerous or deadly for them, so those items need to be lifted off the floor or removed from the house's common areas entirely.

Talk to them about how they can help train the new puppy.

This will prepare them for how to handle, talk to and correct the puppy from the first day of its arrival. (c) 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

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SOME SURPRISING STATS ABOUT HOME BURGLARIES More than one million burglaries take place in the United States each year. (Source: The Federal Bureau of Investigation)

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Fair Housing Statement All real estate advertised in the Genesee Valley Penny Saver is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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HEAP Recipients Automatically Eligible Income guidelines are: Family of 1: $36,420 Family of 2: $47,640 Family of 3: $58,848 Family of 4: $70,056

According to Forbes, the most popular goals for 2024 are fairly predictable. Which of the following most popular goals would you like to focus on in the New Year?

• Improved finances • Improved fitness • Improved mental health • Improved physical health (lose weight, improve diet) • Improved work performance • Less addiction/bad habits • More travel Poll Ends 1-2-2024

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Poll Results 12-26-2023 With the cold winds blowing while the bright sun shines, individuals and families alike enjoy the white stuff when we have it. Where are the best sledding hills around here?

22.2% Chili’s Black Creek Park 33.3% Mendon Ponds Park 11.1% Penfield’s Ellison Park 22.2% Rochester’s Cobbs Hills Park 11.1% Rochester’s Highland Park

MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel * On Jan. 1, 45 B.C., New Year’s Day is celebrated on January 1 for the first time as the Julian calendar takes effect. Julius Caesar enlisted the aid of Sosigenes, an Alexandrian astronomer, who calculated a year to be 365 and 1/4 days.

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MAKE THE YEAR AHEAD CLUTTER-FREE Scan important documents and save them on a computer. Some documents cannot be discarded, but that does not mean they have to be stored in bulky file cabinets or desk drawers. Scan important documents such as medical receipts or tax returns and save them on your computer where they won’t take up any physical space. Purchase an external hard drive as a safety net where you can store backups of important documents in case a computer crashes and cannot be rebooted.

Magic Maze ENDING IN “AGE”

NEEDED • Lakeville Volunteer Fire Department: Volunteers are needed to become active firefighters. Training is provided free and retirement benefits are available. Help with social activities is also needed. Please contact our Fire Chief Patrick McGrath at chief@lakevillevfd.org.

Email chief@lakevillevfd.org • Serenity House of Victor: Please share your time & talent providing end-of-life resident care, building and grounds maintenance, website/ media, or fundraising support. No experience necessary. Free training. Share your most valuable gift - YOURSELF at our two-bed comfort care home. Email: serenityhousevictor@gmail.com or call 585-729-7617 • Caledonia Library Association: We have lots of volunteer opportunities available for you. Join a committee, help at a fund raising event, teach a class, give a presentation. Join the association.

Email glouise4605@yahoo.com • Begin Again Horse Rescue: Work directly with our equine trainer with a weekly commitment. Also help is needed in the used tack shop on Saturdays. And there is always work to be done with outreach and fundraising. Email info@beginagainrescue.org • Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee County: 4-H Dog Club Leader - Plan monthly educational meetings for youth ages 5-18.

Inspire the next generation, call us today! Email genesee4h@cornell. edu or call 585-343-3040 • Livingston Day Services: Looking for an individual looking to practice paper shredding skills by interning at non-profit on Tuesdays from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Email angela.m.kennelly@opwdd. ny.gov • Patrick Place Comfort Care Home: We are a 2-bedroom comfort care home providing 24/7 care to residents. We are in need of hands-on resident care volunteers; no experience required, all training will be provided! Call or email us today to learn more! directorpatrickplace@gmail.com • UR Medicine Home Care: Deliver meals to our participants in Monroe County. Email julie_cunningham@urmc.rochester.edu or call 585-274-4385 • Girl Scouts Western NY: Adults needed to work with troops as leaders, those with a special talent to offer girls or be an extra pair of hands at events. Jfusco33@juno.com or 585-226-6434 • Community Reading Partnership: Community Reading Partnership (CRP) promotes family literacy in the greater Canandaigua area by donating new and gently-used books. Volunteers process books stored at the Canandaigua Primary/Elementary Schools for Little Red Bookshelves and assist with CRP outreach programs. Email communityreadingpart@gmail.com • Webster Comfort Care Home: Our volunteers offer compassionate care to our 2 residents who are approaching the end of their lives. We offer around the clock care. Volunteers are responsible for all aspects of resident care. Email volunteercoord@webstercomfortcare.org • Advent House: We are a 2-bed comfort care home for the dying.

Seeking volunteers to provide hands-on care. Contact us for more information. 585-223-6112 or email volunteer@theadventhouse.org • Honeoye Falls - Town of Mendon Historical Society: The Honeoye Falls - Town of Mendon Historical Society is in need of docents to volunteer at our Museum for its standard Sunday afternoon hours (2-4pm). Email president@hfmhistorical.org or call 585-281-0014 Charitable Organizations and Nonprofits can submit requests at gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share With Us.’ Published online and in print of the last week of the month as space permits. See more volunteer opportunities at gvpennysaver.com.

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Big thank you Thank you to the people who bought my dinner last Saturday night at a local restaurant. It’s a hard season for me since my husband and I were married Christmas Day. He passed from Agent Orange in 2011. It was so nice of them to treat me to dinner. I hope they have a very blessed Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Thank you again for being so thoughtful and generous to someone they didn’t know.

RANTS RANTSRANTS

RAVES RAVES RAVES

Courteous Drivers I’d like to give a shout out to the Henrietta drivers who show such courtesy and caution when cyclists are going through intersections or crossing the crosswalks.

They wait until the cyclist is completely through the intersection or over the crosswalk before making their turns. Thank you for truly sharing the road.

Not Playgrounds Please let us remind you that senior apartment buildings are not playgrounds. You need to be more respectful of the elderly that live there. Take the children outside to play or to a playground where it's more suitable and safe for the tenants.

Appointments I’m furious about, mostly medical offices, when they call to reschedule an appointment that you’ve been waiting months for. They want to reschedule for sometimes 2 to 3 months, if not more, out further. How about “bumping” others that haven’t been waiting so long. If it’s not your fault that the appointment is cancelled but it seems you’re the one that inconvenienced.

You have no heart To all the people that dump their animals, you are the lowest. Do you even care that as you drive away, they are thinking what they did wrong? Take them to a shelter so they are warm and fed. How can you even sleep at night.

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Here’s a Tip * Before you use your grater to grate cheese, give it a quick shot of nonstick spray. It will keep the cheese from gunking up in the grate. If you need softened butter for a recipe, you can grate it from frozen and it will soften up very quickly, but not melt like in a microwave. * Clean your cellphone screen often. This is especially important if you have a smartphone. We use our fingers nonstop to touch the phone, then put it directly up to our face. It’s a germ’s paradise. Just remember: A quick swipe with an alcohol cloth might save you from getting the flu this season. Stay healthy! * When heater season is in full effect -- like now -- I keep a spray bottle of water to which I add two tablespoons of liquid fabric softener. I spritz the house from time to time, and it will add humidity as well as a pleasant scent, but it also keeps my carpets from making my kids little zappers (from static buildup when dragging their feet!). -- M.A. in Ohio (c) 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

Hocus Focus

BY HENRY BOLTINOFF

This week’s puzzle answer is elsewhere in this paper.

The Crossword Puzzle is provided by Tribune Media Services.

Any questions or comments should be made to 1-800-346-8798.

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WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES If you own a small business, keep business cards, flyers or a sign advertising another small business in the area to show mutual support.

317 Main St., E. Rochester, NY (585) 586-8302 www.eastrochester.org Mon. 9am-7pm; Tues.-Thurs. 9am-6pm; Fri. 9am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm; Sun. Closed. (ERPL Book Nook: open Mon., Wed. & Sat. 10am-1pm

Fairport Public Library 1 Fairport Village Landing, Fairport (585) 223-9091 www.fairportlibrary.org Mon.-Thurs. 9am-9pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 12pm-3pm (Oct.-April)

Penfield Public Library 1985 Baird Rd., Penfield (585) 340-8720 www.penfieldlibrary.org Mon.-Thurs. 9:30am-8:30pm; Fri. 9:30am-6pm; Sat.10am-5pm; Sun. 1pm-5pm

Pittsford Community Library 24 State St., Pittsford (585) 248-6275 Mon.- Thurs. 9am-9pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. 1-5pm

Webster Public Library 980 Ridge Rd., Webster (585) 872-7075 www.websterlibrary.org Mon.-Thur. 9am-8pm; Fri. & Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. Closed

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

WEBSTER January 5th, 2024 Spaghetti Dinner - The Webster Masonic Lodge #538 will serve a public Fund Raiser Spaghetti Dinner on Friday January 5th, 2024 at the Webster Masonic Temple, 30 Orchard Street, from 5 to 7 P.M. Tickets are $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for child’s portion. Stay and eat in or take it to go. To go orders can be placed at the cashiers table. Call (585) 872-3500 for any questions.

A chairlift is available if steps are an issue. All Net Proceeds from this month’s dinner will be donated to the Webster Association of Senior Program Supporters.

STATISTICS SHOW JUST HOW BIG SMALL BUSINESS IS Female entrepreneurs are on the rise.

A 2017 report from American Express found that female entrepreneurship grew by 114 percent between 1997 and 2017.

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 R E G I ST E R A N D S U B M I T YO U R E V E N T O N L I N E 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

CELEBRATE SAFELY THIS NEW YEAR’S EVE Host responsibly. Even people who don’t intend to leave their homes can take steps to make New Year’s Eve safer for everyone. If you’re hosting a party at home, do so responsibly, making sure none of your guests overindulge and making the party less about drinking and more about having fun. Shift the focus from toasting drinks to games and activities that don’t include alcohol. Make sure to have plenty of food and nonalcoholic beverages on hand and encourage people who are drinking to eat full meals and drink water throughout the night. People who fill up on food and water during the party may feel full, which may discourage them from having extra drinks. While many people will expect to drink alcohol on New Year’s Eve, don’t stock up on too much alcohol, the availability of which may encourage guests to overindulge. Hosts also should keep the phone numbers of local taxi services handy just in case some guests cannot drive themselves home safely.

DID YOU KNOW? The American Heartworm Society advises dog owners to have their furry companions tested for heartworm annually. Such tests can typically be conducted during routine preventive care visits to the veterinarian. The AHS notes that such tests are necessary even for dogs that are taking year-round heartworm prevention medications. Tests can confirm that such programs are working or indicate if they are not effective. The American Veterinary Medical Association notes that antigen tests are the most commonly performed tests. These tests detect the presence of adult female heartworms and they are typically highly accurate. If a test is positive, veterinarians may recommend further testing, including radiographs, a blood profile and an echocardiogram. Such tests can determine a number of things about the infection, including its severity. The AVMA also notes that the additional testing can help determine the best course of treatment. Cat owners should know that it’s more difficult to detect heartworm in cats than in dogs. The AHS indicates that cats are much less likely than dogs to have adult heartworms, making the disease harder to detect in felines. Veterinarians may recommend cats receive both the antigen test and an antibody test, which detects exposure to heartworm larvae. The AVMA notes that more testing may increase the likelihood of detecting the disease in cats.

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By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEOGRAPHY: In which city is the Brandenburg Gate located?

2. TELEVISION: Which 1990s TV show catapulted actor George Clooney to fame?

3. MOVIES: Which department store is featured in the 1947 holiday film, “Miracle on 34th Street”?

4. LEGAL: What kind of legislative body is bicameral?

5. FOOD & DRINK: What is the main ingredient in guacamole?

6. LITERATURE: In “The Night Before Christmas” poem, how many reindeer does Santa Claus have?

7. CHEMISTRY: Which chemical element’s symbol is C? 8. HISTORY: Who is the first female chancellor of Germany?

9. MUSIC: Which female French singer had a hit song with “La Vie en Rose”?

10. SCIENCE: When did the Krakatoa volcano have its last major eruption?

Answers 1. Berlin, Germany.

2. “ER.” 3. Macy’s.

4. A legislative body with two chambers, like House and Senate.

5. Avocado.

6. Eight.

7. Carbon.

8. Angela Merkel.

9. Edith Piaf.

10. 1883.

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PENFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY: Health Care Navigator: Tuesday, January 2 | 4:30 PM | for adults | registration required Tween Makers: Thursdays, January 4 & 18 | 4:15 PM | for tweens | registration required Andalucía Travelogue: Sunday, January 7 | 2 PM | for adults | registration required Ballet Jump-Start Classes: Mondays, January 8-February 5 | 11 AM | for kids | registration required Writing Workshop: Tuesdays, January 9 & 23 | 4:15 PM | for kids | registration required Windows 11 Q&A: Wednesday, January 10 | 12:30 PM | for adults | registration required Tool Shed Library: Thursday, January 11 | 7 PM | for adults | registration required Jazz Generation Guitar Concert: Saturday, January 13 | 2 PM | for adults | registration required Digital Literacy: Tuesdays & every other Saturday | 10 AM-1 PM | for adults | no registration required

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The Power of Shopping Local: Building Stronger Communities

BY SUZIE WELLS

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n a world dominated by big-box retailers and online shopping giants, it’s easy to overlook the importance and impact of supporting local businesses. However, the benefits of shopping locally extend far beyond individual purchases, reaching into the very heart of our communities. There are so many reasons to choose local businesses to help build stronger, more resilient communities.

Local businesses are the backbone of a community’s economy. When you shop locally, a more significant percentage of your money stays within the community, circulating through various local businesses and contributing to the area’s overall economic growth. Supporting local businesses helps create jobs and fosters entrepreneurship, as it provides opportunities for individuals to start and sustain their ventures.

Community Involvement Local business owners are more likely to be actively involved in community initiatives and events. They sponsor local sports teams, participate in fundraisers, and contribute to the community’s overall well-being.

Resilience in Economic Downturns Communities with a strong base of local businesses tend to be more resilient during economic downturns. The interdependence of local businesses fosters a supportive network that can weather economic challenges more effectively than areas overly reliant on external corporations.

Shopping locally gives the gift that keeps giving, with: Personalized Service One of the standout features of local businesses is the personalized and attentive service they provide. Local shop owners often have a deep knowledge of their products and customers, allowing them to offer tailored recommendations and a more personalized shopping experience.

Deb Paul says, “By spending your money locally, you may find yourself in a heartfelt conversation about your holiday plans and favorite seasonal recipes, as opposed to the more commercialized alternative... with incessant sales pitches and half-hearted, corporate-mandated greetings.”

Fostering Social Connections

Unique and Handcrafted Products Local businesses frequently offer unique and handcrafted products not found in mainstream stores. Whether it’s handmade crafts, artisanal foods, or locally-designed clothing, these items add character and diversity to the community.

Environmental Benefits Shopping locally often involves shorter transportation distances for goods, reducing the carbon footprint associated with shipping. This contributes to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly way of consuming goods.

Local businesses often serve as gathering spots where people meet, connect, and build a sense of community. Coffee shops, bookstores, and local markets become hubs for social interactions, contributing to a more connected and vibrant community.

In a globalized world, the choices we make as consumers have far-reaching consequences. By choosing to shop locally, we not only stimulate economic growth but also contribute to the unique fabric of our communities. The power to build stronger, more resilient neighborhoods lies in our hands every time we make a purchase. Let’s embrace the vitality of local businesses and nurture the communities we call home.

Community Character Local businesses contribute to a community’s distinct character and charm. They often reflect the local culture and values, adding to the neighborhood’s overall identity. A thriving local business scene can attract visitors and enhance residents’ quality of life.

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Ten years ago, I had melanoma removed from my arm.

My concern is the use of Estrace. My gynecologist recommended that I use it after a Pap smear, but my primary care physician is not of the same mind. I would appreciate your opinion on this. My mother had breast cancer in her 80s, my sister had uterine cancer, and my brother passed away from bladder cancer.

-- C.S. ANSWER: As far as the safety of using estradiol (Estrace), the bioidentical hormone to major natural estrogen, I am definitely of the same opinion as your gynecologist. When used topically, it works on the vulva and the lining of the vagina, keeping the tissue healthy.

Without estrogen, the tissues that line the female perineum can become atrophic (thinned), predisposing a woman to discomfort, infections and incontinence. The Pap smear may have resulted in a finding that was suggestive of vaginal atrophy (increased neutrophils). Without treatment, the labia can even fuse together.

With long-term use, the estrogen levels in the body are only slightly higher in women who use topical estrogen compared to those who do not, so the absorption into the body is minimal.

The only case where I get concerned is with someone who has a personal history of an estrogen-sensitive tumor, such as endometrial cancer and some breast cancers. In those cases, I discuss options with both the patient and their oncologist.

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CREATE A SALE-WORTHY SHOWPLACE The sentiment “don’t judge a book by its cover” can be applied to many situations. When it comes to selling their homes, homeowners should remember this adage as they prepare their homes for prospective buyers.

De-personalize the home. Homeowners fill their spaces with family photos, heirlooms, personal interests, and other conversation pieces.

Prospective buyers may not be able to see past personal belongings and may even be distracted by them. For example, buyers who have strong beliefs about animal welfare may not buy a home displaying hunting trophies. Remove personalized items where possible, replacing them with generic items.

MAKE THE YEAR AHEAD CLUTTER-FREE Many people feel the dawn of a new year provides an opportunity to clean the slate and begin anew. That notion can be applied in various ways, including around the house.

Cleaning the slate at home may involve reducing clutter around the house.

Clutter can gradually overtake a home’s interior, turning a once pristine home into one overwhelmed with nonessential items. As intimidating as clutter can seem, discarding it is easier than it may appear.

Improve the exterior. HGTV says that curb appeal is crucial to making a strong first impression. A messy or lackluster landscape can turn buyers away even before they reach the front door. Mow the lawn and make sure shrubbery has been trimmed. Seasonal potted flowers and plants can help make the house look polished. Repair cracks or damaged walkways, and consider a fresh coat of paint on trim around windows and doors. Pressure-wash siding if necessary.

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Put things in storage. Rent a storage unit to house items that can make a home appear cluttered. Clean out closets and cabinets, so that when buyers “snoop” during appointments or open houses they see orderly storage areas. If closets are brimming with stuff, buyers may assume the house doesn’t have enough storage space and move on.

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Make it light and bright. Open up all of the drapes and blinds, and turn on overhead lights so the house is well-lit. Add table lamps or other fixtures to especially dim rooms.

Create a hotel experience. Forbes suggests making bathrooms look like a spa. Stack a few pretty washcloths tied with ribbon, add some scented candles and faux plants and buy bathmats and towels in coordinating tones.

Remove extraneous items from kitchen counters and replace them with vases of flowers. In addition, set up dining spaces as if one were sitting down to a meal, and ensure appliances are sparkling clean.

Use common ‘scents.’ Skip the fish, bacon or other aromatic meals for a few days, as such foods can leave lingering aromas. Baked goods, vanilla and cinnamon might make for more appealing scents.

Making a home sell fast involves preparation and the knowledge that buyers are often greatly influenced by their first impressions.

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and PACKING PEANUTS, BUBBLE WRAP, AIR PILLOW PACKING MATERIALS. Two large garbage bags of it. Near Pittsford Plaza. marysche@yahoo.com CEDAR CHEST, FUTON SWING and two VHS TAPE STORAGE UNITS. You pick up, Canandaigua. 585-507-8788

AREA RUGS, any size. 585-363-1444 Looking for ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s ROCK 8-TRACK TAPES, CASSETTES, and RECORDS for personal collection. gzintel1967@gmail.com

SHOWER CHAIR, CHEST OF DRAWERS, BEDSIDE UNIT. 585-506-8704 for appointment

VINTAGE ELECTRONICS: Tubes, tube testers, test equipment, radios, microphones, stereo audio, motors, speakers, meters, turntables, communication gear, Transistor Radios, Advertising. greg3151@ymail.com

Kodak 650H SLIDE PROJECTOR with one carousel and remote. Has an issue with advancing slides. cdevries42@netscape.net

Good Working condition: One Large 6”+ REEL-TO-REEL TAPE RECORDER, for NonProfit Archive group, Identifying & Archiving old tapes for museum. 585-534-9852

MEMORBILIA CLIPPINGS and PAMPHLETS: 1993-2003 on Rochester Veterans, Health, The Golden Age of Hollywood and more. Fairport. 585-388-0318

MUSIC. Albums and 45s from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Call Bill, 585-402-8870 Seeking a WEBER GRILL you are no longer using. Gas or charcoal. Please text or call Matt 315-576-1278

RUG - 12’ x 8’, beige pattern. Cleaned and wrapped. You move.

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CHILDREN/FAMILY DVDs wanted for a young woman with a learning disability. dsbarnes232@gmail.com

Working REFRIGERATOR. Pick up only. rvhx2@aol.com CALIFORNIA KING BED 72’ x 84’. Sheets and comforter included. You pick up, Rush. 585-533-1274 (lv msg)

VHS MACHINE in good working condition. 585-519-1261 TWIN METAL BUNK BED with ladder. 585-698-0758

Several 3-RING BINDERS in excellent condition, various sizes and four CLIP BOARDS. 585-230-6577

POKÉMON CARDS for 10-year-old granddaughter to expand her collection. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com

Olympus C-5050 Zoom DIGITAL CAMERA with extra ZOOM LENS. Great for someone looking to get into digital photography. 585-230-6577

ACOUSTIC GUITAR. 585-831-6040

Collection of SOLAR FIGURINES. Large box full. You pick up from Lakeville. Call or text 585-649-8706 Box of MAGAZINES. Men’s, Women’s, Boating, Religious, etc. You pick up from Lakeville. Call or text 585-649-8706

iPAD in good working condition, PILLOWCASES & SHEETS for a twin bed, and COSTUME JEWELRY. 585-415-8513 SNOWPLOW for a pickup truck. 585-506-5191 Old plastic outdoor NATIVITY SET. Okay if just Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.

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3 DESKS - 37” x 15 1/2” x 29”. 1 DESK - 47 1/2” x 25” x 51”. 315-331-9391

GAS STOVE and REFRIGERATOR in good working condition. 585-285-6427

SPEAKER PAIRS. MCS 20.5” Realistic & Scott 14”. As is. Don’t know if they work.

315-331-9391

FURNITURE NEEDED as soon as possible for living room, bedroom, kitchen, etc.

In good condition. 585-424-0732

SKYLIGHT PANELS. Rose design. 23 3/4” x 48”. Can be trimmed to fit.

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GRANDFATHER CLOCKS - any condition. augustusavon@hotmail.com

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER - 68” tall, 50” long, 15” deep. Pick up in Manchester.

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WOOD WARDROBE - 60” x 35” x 22”. Excellent condition. Pick up from basement.

Perinton. 585-441-5641

Old or broken FISHING POLES, RODS & REELS. Will pick up. Text or call.

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FOUR DRAWER STEEL FILE CABINET, 52” H x 15” W x 27” D. Canandaigua.

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KITCHENAID STAND MIXER with bowl and standard attachments in good working condition. Please call/text 585-764-9769

Assortment of WILTON and CHARACTER CAKE PANS and many DECORATING BOOKS. 585-315-2093

Seeking an ATV or DIRT BIKE that is no longer being used for father/son project.

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NEW OSTOMY SUPPLES - 2 3/4” Hollister pouches & barrier tape incl paster, powder, film and adapt deodorant. Kendall area. 585-329-0190

DINING ROOM TABLE. 585-381-6546

Two boxes of MOTHER EARTH and GRIT MAGAZINES. 585-494-2454

ELECTRONIC PIANO KEYBOARD. Call/Txt. 585-298-8681

WWE WRESTLING ACTION FIGURES. My young son loves them! 585-698-0758

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www.webstercsdjobs.org GROWTH OF THE SOLAR EMPLOYMENT SECTOR According to the Solar Foundation’s National Solar Jobs Census 2016, there were 260,077 solar workers working at 8,601 solar companies in the United States in 2016. The census also found that the five states with the most solar jobs in 2016 were California, Massachusetts, Texas, Nevada, and Florida. Twenty-eight percent of state solar workers in 2016 were females, making women the largest demographic in the solar industry.

Latinos and Hispanics (17.2 percent), Asians or Pacific Islanders (9.1 percent), and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces (9 percent) rounded out the top four demographics employed by the solar industry. Of the 260,077 solar industry jobs in 2016, more than 137,000 were classified as installation jobs that paid a median wage of $26 per hour. With roughly 38,000 jobs in 2016, solar manufacturing was the next biggest employer of workers in the solar industry.

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PRAYER TO THE Blessed Virgin (Never known to fail.) Oh, most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none who can withstand your power. Holy Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us, who have recourse to Thee. (3 times).

Holy Mother, I place this in your hands. (3 times). Say this prayer 3 days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. Thank you Virgin Mary for answering my prayers.

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PERSONALS PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN, Oh most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven.

Blessed Mother of the Son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and show me that herein you are my Mother. Oh Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power.

Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times) Holy Mary I place this prayer in your hands (3 times). Say prayer for three consecutive days You must publish it and it will be granted. M.W.

WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES Encourage your family or friends to make small business shopping a larger part of their overall spending plan.

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Now in Rochester, NY, one doctor has what may be the most important breakthrough in non-surgical back pain treatments. Before and after MRI studies have shown disc bulges shrink in size – even with the most painful cases of L4-L5 herniation.

If you’ve had disc problems for years, recently injured your back, or you’re suffering with sciatica, you must hear about these new studies.

Scientific studies tell us that spinal discs are responsible for most of the aches and pains people suffer from. Discs act like a cushion between our back-bones and allow for a space at each level so the nerves can exit the spinal column.

When these discs get injured or wear out from bad posture, they begin to degenerate and cause pain. Bulging and herniation begin to form, pressing on the nerve roots. If the herniation occurs at L4-L5, they can severely compromise the large sciatic nerve, causing muscle weakness, tingling, and severe pain.

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You should seriously consider a less invasive approach called Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression. Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is a new technology that has been proven to reverse disc herniation. It creates a vacuum effect on the disc, which pulls the disc back into its normal position and brings in a fresh blood supply to promote healing.

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression treatments are very gentle. In fact, every once and awhile I even catch a patient sleeping during sessions.

You’ll simply lie on your stomach or back, whichever is comfortable, and then a specialized belt is gently put around your waist. We’ll set the machine to focus on your problem area and then the advanced Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression computer system will do the rest. Most patients feel better with just a few treatments, and, best of all, there will be no dangerous drugs, no invasive procedures, and no painful exercises.

Feel the Improvement – and Say “Yes” to Life Again With my “Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Evaluation” we’ll be able find the problem and then correct it. Think of how you’ll feel in just a few short weeks. See and feel your life change for the better. Start your body on the way to pain-free, normal living. Feel tight joints rest, relax, and free up. Feel muscles tied in knots become more supple. Feel strength in your muscles increase.

You’re able to live life like a normal person again, without back pain – able to play with your kids, enjoy time with friends, and finally get a good night’s rest.

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For those suffering with herniated lumbar discs, a non-surgical, drugless solution is helping patients be pain free special offer where you can find out if you are a candidate for Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression.

People after Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression often will comment, “I only wished I had found you sooner.” This happens so often, I decided to do something about it and run this ad. Just call before November 30, 2023 and here’s what you’ll get: • an overview on your application about your back, neck or leg pain where I will listen…really listen…to the details of your unique situation.

• a specialized posture exam and bilateral weight scale evaluation to determine if posture or joint problem is contributing to your pain.

• a palpatory analysis of your spine and nervous system where we’ll map out how you can be helped once and for all.

• a thorough analysis of your exam and X-ray findings so we can start mapping out your plan to being pain free.

You’ll get to see everything firsthand and find out if this amazing treatment will be your pain solution, like it has been for so many other patients.

Until November 30, 2023 you can get everything I’ve listed here for only $37. The normal price for this type of evaluation could be much higher, so you’re saving a considerable amount by taking me up on this offer.

Our Patients Speak “After 4 treatments on the decompression table, Dale slept through the night with minimal snoring (something he has not done in several months).

His usual sleep was in 1/2 hour increments. This has made a BIG change in his day-to-day attitude work-wise and family-wise. He’s getting back to his “old self”!

Thank you – Dale R. “After just ONE treatment my pain diminished and I went back to work in 1 week. Now after several weeks of traction, I am walking normally, strength is back and I feel much better! Thank you Dr. O’Dell!”

Mark S. Walker, LMT

Here’s What To Do Now: Due to the expected demand for this treatment, I suggest calling my office at once. The phone number is 585-671-9210.

Call today and we can get started with your evaluation as soon as there’s an opening in the schedule. Our office is called O’Dell Chiropractic and you’ll find us in Webster on Ridge Road between 5 Mile Line and Webster Schroeder High School.

Tell Taylor you’d like to come in for the Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Evaluation before November 30, 2023.

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