Bereasonablewhenpricingitems. Be objective in your assessment of your things. What has value to you may not have as much value to someone else. Pricing items at one-third of their initial cost is a good starting point. This leaves room for negotiation.
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CARE FOR TOOLS PROPERLY
Homeowners often choose to save money and learn valuable skills by doing their own home improvement projects. These minor or major renovations are made much more successful by having the right tools for the job. Investing in good tools can be smart, but those tools are only effective if they are accessible and in good repair. Homeowners who emphasize taking care of their tools can make DIY projects that much easier and more rewarding.
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1. MOVIES: Where was “The Lord of the Rings” filmed?
2. TELEVISION: What is the setting for the animated series “South Park”?
3. SCIENCE: What is the most abundant element in the Earth’s crust?
4. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president proclaimed June 14 to be Flag Day?
5. MATH: Which letter is contained in every odd number when it is spelled out?
6. GEOGRAPHY: Both the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn pass through which country?
7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of porcupines called?
8. MUSIC: Which British singer/ songwriter helped create many songs on “The Lion King” soundtrack?
9. FAMOUS QUOTES: Who wrote the line about fall, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers”?
10. LITERATURE: Which children’s book features a fictional world where it is always winter but never Christmas?
1. New Zealand. 2. Colorado. 3. Oxygen (46%).
4. Woodrow Wilson.
5. E.
6. Brazil.
7. A prickle.
8. Elton John.
9. Lucy Maud Montgomery, “Anne of Green Gables.”
10. “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” (Narnia).
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and winter, when trees largely go dormant and fallen leaves make it easier to see the branches beneath, may be prime times to prune. Pruning during the dormant period also minimizes sap loss and stress to the tree, and can help cut down on the growth of fungi. In addition, insects are less likely to be problematic during the colder months of the year.
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WAYS TO REDUCE BREAST CANCER RISK
Consume a healthy diet. The link between diet and breast cancer risk is still being studied. However, research suggests that a diet high in vegetables and fruit, and calciumrich dairy products, but low in red and processed meats may lower breast cancer risk.
1940s ROPER GAS STOVE. Heavy; you must move. Please leave message 585-323-1762
SONY TAPE RECORDER, Reel-to-Reel. Model TC-200. 585-344-0689
WURLITZER SPINET PIANO and BENCH. Good condition. You move. Canandaigua. Text 585-690-9916
Ethan Allen harvest style DROP LEAF TABLE with four matching CHAIRS. 585-538-2224
Brand new SINGLE BED EGG CRATE, SINGLE WHITE SHEETS & PILLOWCASES, and new LAMBS WOOL. 585-233-6073
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WEATHERTECH FLOOR MATS for 2017 Buick Envision, also used in 2020 Chevy Equinox. Text only. 585-415-3825
WOMEN’S CLOTHING, SOCKS and PURSES. 585-236-0426
ELECTRIC HOSPITAL BED w/LIFT. Macedon. 585-236-7091
Two older WEIGHT BENCHES, 2 bars, dumbbell bars, tricep bar, and over 300 pounds of weights. 585-243-5412
7.5 ft artificial CHRISTMAS TREE with stand. Good condition. You pick up. Livonia. 585-346-2215
17 USED washable INCONTINENCE BED PADS 31”x34”. nadlhoc1@gmail.com
50+ CINDER BLOCKS. Whole - some used. You haul. Clarkson. Jim 585-352-9395 jeschneima@aol.com
GRASS BAG for Honda mower. 585-645-9835 texts preferred ProForm 740CS folding TREADMILL. Wayland. 585-728-5738
Collection of 78 RPM RECORDS from early 1950s, all in original jackets. Some top artists & famous hits. You take all. Very good condition. Victor. 585-742-3687
CAR or TRUCK, RIDING LAWNMOWER, SNOWBLOWER in good working condition. 585-471-4424 or 585-531-4004 COBALT BLUE WINE BOTTLES for garden bottle tree. sunny14586.jw@gmail.com
3-5 CONCRETE PAVERS for under raised garden. 2 ft. by 3 or 4 ft. We will remove. Please text. 585-416-3530
RECLINER in good, clean condition. No pets. For senior. marge_behl@yahoo.com
RELIABLE CAR for medical apts and job. Graciously needed. Brockport to city several times a week. 585-287-0624
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Sentinel lymph node biopsy is the removal of the sentinel lymph node during surgery. The sentinel lymph node is the first lymph node to receive lymphatic drainage from a tumor. It is the first lymph node where the cancer is likely to spread. A radioactive substance and/or blue dye is injected near the tumor. The substance or dye flows through the lymph ducts to the lymph nodes. The first lymph node to receive the substance or dye is removed. A pathologist views the tissue under a microscope to look for cancer cells. After the sentinel lymph node biopsy, the surgeon removes the tumor using breast-conserving surgery or mastectomy. If cancer cells were not found in the sentinel lymph node, it may not be necessary to remove more lymph nodes. If cancer cells were found, more lymph nodes will be removed through a separate incision. This is called a lymph node dissection.
Types of surgery include the following:
• Breast-conserving surgery is an operation to remove the cancer and some normal tissue around it, but not the breast itself. Part of the chest wall lining may also be removed if the cancer is near it. This type of surgery may also be called lumpectomy, partial mastectomy, segmental mastectomy, quadrantectomy, or breast-sparing surgery.
• Total mastectomy: Surgery to remove the whole breast that has cancer. This procedure is also called a simple mastectomy. Some of the lymph nodes under the arm may be removed and checked for cancer. This may be done at the same time as the breast surgery or after. This is done through a separate incision.
• Modified radical mastectomy: Surgery to remove the whole breast that has cancer, many of the lymph nodes under the arm, the lining over the chest muscles, and sometimes, part of the chest wall muscles. Chemotherapy may be given before surgery to remove the tumor. When given before surgery, chemotherapy will shrink the tumor and reduce the amount of tissue that needs to be removed during surgery. Treatment given before surgery is called preoperative therapy or neoadjuvant therapy.
Even if the doctor removes all the cancer that can be seen at the time of the surgery, some patients may be given radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or hormone therapy after surgery, to kill any cancer cells that are left. Treatment given after the surgery, to lower the risk that the cancer will come back, is called postoperative therapy or adjuvant therapy.
If a patient is going to have a mastectomy, breast reconstruction (surgery to rebuild a breast’s shape after a mastectomy) may be considered. Breast reconstruction may be done at the time of the mastectomy or at some time after. The reconstructed breast may be made with the patient’s own (nonbreast) tissue or by using implants filled with saline or silicone gel.
3 strategies that can lower breast cancer risk
Breast cancer affects millions of individuals each year. e World Cancer Research Fund International reports that breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women across the globe, affecting roughly 2.3 million women each year.
Despite the global prevalence of breast cancer, various organizations report high five-year survival rates, particularly among women whose cancers are detected in the earliest stages of the disease. In fact, a 2023 study published in the journal BMJ found that the risk for dying from breast cancer in the five years a er an early-stage diagnosis fell to 5 percent in recent years, a notable improvement from the 14 percent risk of death that was reported in the 1990s.
Increased survival rates for breast cancer are welcome news for women and their families. e higher survival rates are a byproduct of the tireless efforts of cancer researchers, who have also discovered links between the disease and certain lifestyle factors. ough there's no way to eliminate one's risk for breast cancer entirely, the American Cancer Society notes certain variables are within women's control. With that in mind, women can consider these three strategies that can lead to improved overall health and might help women lower their risk for breast cancer as well.
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Reach and maintain a healthy weight. e benefits of maintaining a healthy weight include a lower risk for heart disease and stroke, and women should know that weight and breast cancer risk are linked as well. According to the ACS, increased body weight and weight gain as an adult are linked to a higher risk of developing breast cancer. at’s particularly so among post-menopausal women. A 2023 study published in the journal BMC Women’s Health found that the chances of developing breast cancer increase among post-menopausal women who are obese.
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Avoid a sedentary lifestyle. Exercise is one of the ways to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, so it makes sense that being physically active can reduce breast cancer risk. e National Cancer Institute reports that a 2016 meta-analysis of 38 cohort studies found that the most physically active women had between a 12 and 21 percent lower risk for breast cancer than women who were the least physically active. e NCI also notes that additional studies have found that women who become more physically active a er menopause also have a lower risk for breast cancer than those who do not.
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Limit or eliminate alcohol consumption. e ACS urges women who drink to consume no more than one alcoholic drink per day, noting that consumption of even small amounts of alcohol have been linked to an increased risk for breast cancer. Officials with the MD Anderson Cancer Center note that the link between alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk is low. However, the MDACC notes that alcohol can contribute to unwanted weight gain, thus increasing cancer risk. In addition, alcohol can increase levels of estrogen and other hormones associated with breast cancer.
It may be impossible to completely prevent breast cancer. However, women can embrace strategies that improve their overall health in ways that lower their risk for breast cancer.
Hurricane David (1979): This powerful Category 5 storm struck the Dominican Republic and the east coast of the United States. While David was not the deadliest storm, it caused economic losses of $1.54 billion and displaced thousands.
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Please take notice e Storage Mall - Brooks Avenue located at 1214 Brooks Ave., Rochester, NY 14624 intends to hold a sale of the property stored in the below listed Storage Spaces. e public sale shall occur as an online auction via www.storageauctions.com on 10/22/2024 at 10:00AM. Unless listed below, the contents consist of household goods, furnishings and garage essentials.
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Help Reduce Animal Overpopulation
One of the easiest ways to prevent pet overpopulation is to spay and neuter animals. Cats can reproduce at very fast rates. According to the Cat Rescue, Adoption & Foster Team of Central Oregon, two uncontrolled breeding cats can create the following situation if they have two litters a year at a survival rate of 2.8 kittens per litter: 12 cats in the first year, 66 cats in the second year, and 2,201 cats in the third year. Cats reach puberty between 4 and 12 months of age. Female cats reproduce between January and September, and might come back into “heat” every 14 to 21 days until they have bred or daylight decreases considerably. Cats can give birth 60 days after they have bred.
PAW’S CORNER
By Sam Marzotta
MAKE A WINTER TRAINING SCHEDULE FOR YOUR PET
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My German Shepherd, “Dante,” is smart but stubborn, and constant training is essential. But I wanted to share a method I use to make sure I keep up with his basic obedience training and work on advanced skills year-round.
Every three to four months, I sit down with a new notebook and make a training journal for Dante. It helps me organize my thoughts around how to best train him in the late fall and winter, when going outside every day isn’t always possible, or the weather is so unpleasant that Dante won’t listen to my commands.
I write down the training goals I want to accomplish during this period. I note any behavioral or training issues that Dante has had up to now. Shepherds, like many big dogs and herders, have a lot of energy and need at least an hour per day of exercise, so I figure out the best times to do that. ere are also a lot of holidays during this period, and the journal gives me a place to figure out in advance how I will handle travel, training, parties and other schedule challenges.
I hope my method will help other readers who are trying to maintain their dog’s obedience skills while having a busy life. -- Cheryl K. in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
DEAR Cheryl: at’s fantastic advice! ank you for sharing your journaling method. It sounds like it provides a space to write down much more information than jotting notes on a wall calendar.
Creating a training schedule and journal also is a big help in monitoring how well your dog is progressing with their training, and noting areas where improvements can be made.
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HOW TO SAFELY NAVIGATE WET ROADS
Do not use cruise control. Because fall foliage can be so stunning to experience, many drivers are tempted to use the cruise control feature on their automobiles so they can pay more attention to the array of colors at their disposal. But cruise control should never be engaged when driving on wet roads or roads that may be covered in leaves. Such conditions require drivers to focus their undivided attention on the road ahead of them. When drivers suddenly encounter slick roads, easing off the accelerator rather than quickly applying the brakes can be the safest response, but such a response is impossible when cruise control is engaged.
STAY SAFE IN BRIGHT DRIVING CONDITIONS
Make sure the windshield is clean. Water marks, dead insects, cracks, and road grime can make it even harder to see out of the windshield when the sun is blazing. Clean windshields regularly, and don’t wait until you’re head-on into the sun to engage the windshield washer spray. Doing so may only further compromise visibility.
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* Remove mildew from plastic shower curtains by spraying them with a mix of bleach and water, or just toss them in the washing machine with your next load of towels.
* “Need your nails to dry in a hurry? You can use the cool setting on your hair dryer. It works really fast.” -L.E. in Georgia
* To get a couple more days out of your cat litter, clean the box out and mix in a cup of baking soda.
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MOMENTS IN TIME
The History Channel
* On Oct. 15, 1863, the C.S.S. Hunley, which would become the world’s first successful combat submarine, sinks during a test run, killing its inventor and seven crewmembers. The Hunley was operated by a crew of eight -- one man steered while the other seven turned a crank that drove the ship’s propeller.
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* On Oct. 16, 1923, Walt Disney and his brother Roy found the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio in Hollywood, California. With the 1928 release of “Steamboat Willie,” the world was introduced to Mickey Mouse.
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* On Oct. 17, 1968, American Olympic gold medalist Tommie Smith and bronze medalist John Carlos are forced to return their awards because they raised their fists in a black-power salute during the medal ceremony in Mexico City.
ElderCare Canada is an advice and action consulting service that helps seniors with a variety of different services. They can offer resources on setting up home care, finding retirement residences, moving, or navigating the health care system.
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Harvesting the Past: The Autumnal Farming Traditions of Western NY
BY KAYLEE DUDA
So many towns in the Rochester area boast a rich agricultural history that has shaped its landscape and community for centuries. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, farming was the backbone of much of the economy, with autumn being a particularly busy and celebratory time for local farmers. It has been illuminating to explore the traditions of yesteryear.
During the 1800s, farming in Western NY was largely defined by small, family-owned farms. Autumn meant the culmination of a year’s hard work, a time when farmers gathered the fruits of their labor before the onset of winter. Key crops during this period included wheat, corn, potatoes, and apples, all of which were harvested in the fall. e process of harvesting was labor-intensive and required the entire family’s involvement, along with hired hands or even neighbors who pitched in during particularly bountiful seasons.
One of the most iconic crops of the area was (and remains) the apple, our state fruit for which the Finger Lakes region and Western NY is well-known to this day. Orchards dotted the landscape, with farmers cultivating several varieties, each ripening at different times to extend the harvest season. Apples were hand-picked from trees, o en in late September and October, with the entire family participating in the gathering process. Apples were stored in cool, dark cellars to preserve them through the winter or were processed into cider.
Cidermakingwasacommonpracticeamongareafarmers.Apples were crushed using wooden presses, and the juice was fermented in barrels. Hard cider was a staple on many farm tables, providing a source of refreshment and, in some cases, a form of currency or trade. By late autumn, many farmers would have a significant portion of their apple harvest dedicated to cider production, ensuring they had a supply to last through the winter months.
Grain crops such as wheat and oats were another significant part of our area’s autumn harvest. e process began with reaping, where farmers used scythes or horse-drawn reapers to cut the stalks. e grain was bundled into sheaves and le to dry in the fields before being threshed. reshing separated the grain from the chaff and was o en done using a flail or, later, with the help of threshing machines. reshing machines were a significant advancement, allowing farmers to process grain more efficiently. In the early days, threshing
was a communal activity, with neighbors o en coming together to help. is sense of community was central to the farming lifestyle here, especially during the fall harvest when time was of the essence.
Completion of the Erie Canal in 1825 had a profound impact on Western NY agriculture. e canal provided an efficient means for farmers to transport their goods to larger markets, particularly during autumn when crops were harvested in abundance. Farmers in Western NY could ship grain, apples, and other produce to New York City and beyond, significantly boosting the local economy. is connection to the canal meant that autumn in Western NY was not just about harvesting but also about preparing goods for transport. Farmers would spend the fall months gathering crops and processing, packaging, and readying them for the journey along the canal.
Today, some (arguably a lot of) farmland has given way to residential and commercial development. However, the legacy of our agricultural past lives on in local traditions and landmarks. Farmers’ markets are a modern-day reflection of our deep-rooted farming traditions.
Western NY’s agricultural history is a testament to the hard work and resilience of its early farmers. eir practices, particularly during the fall harvest, shaped the local economy and fostered a strong sense of community, a spirit that continues to be felt in Western NY today. Support your local farms and farmers this autumn and year-round to keep our local economy going and growing.
Sources: Jean West’s Henrietta: e First 200 Years, WH McIntosh’s History of Monroe County, omas X Grasso’s e Erie Canal: Exploring New York’s Great Canals, New York Apple Association - Historical Insights on Apple Cultivation in New York State.
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FAITH and WORSHIP
But I always think that the best way to know God is to love many things. ~Vincent van Gogh, Dear Theo: An Autobiography of Vincent van Gogh, 1937
BAPTIST
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Sundays: 9am Service of God’s Word and Spiritual Communion -- via Zoom 10am Service of the Holy Eucharist -- In Person, Children Welcome Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8085432266 Meeting ID: 808 543 2266 • Password: zrXG3y
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Worship: Sundays in church at 10am, Facebook Live 10:10am Radio Ministry: 7:30am Sundays on 1040AM or 92.1FM To join us for worship or anytime on our website.
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Sunday Coffee & Fellowship 9:30am • Sunday Worship Service 10am Wednesday Prayer & Worship 5:30pm Wednesday Men’s & Women’s Bible Study at 6:30pm
Church of Christ
PO Box 230, 60 Spring St., Brockport, NY 14420 • Minister: Scott Kelley 585-637-2650 • brockportchurchofchrist.org 10:00am Bible Study, 11:00am Worship Service; Wed. 7:00pm Mid-week Bible Study - email us for Zoom link Additional parking at 69 High Street.
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* Between 12,000 and 15,000 bicycles are retrieved from the bottom of Amsterdam’s canals each year.
* After the release of the 1996 film “Scream,” which involved an anonymous killer calling and murdering his victims, Caller ID usage tripled in the United States.
* 1912 saw the last Olympic gold medals made entirely out of gold.
Offer practical support. Cancer affects the body in a number of ways. Energy levels may wane and certain symptoms may arise. Side effects from treatments also can make it difficult to continue with daily tasks. So an offer to help with tasks associated with daily living, such as cooking meals, gardening, washing clothes, or cleaning up around the house, can be practical and much appreciated. Approach the individual and ask questions in pointed ways. Rather than, “What can I do to help?”, which may result in an answer of, “Nothing,” figure out a way to pitch in and then ask if that would be acceptable. This may be, “Would you like me to run to the supermarket for you today?”
Puzzle Answers This Week
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Learn To Adjust YourBody to a New Sleeping Schedule
DEAR DR. ROACH: I just retired from working the graveyard shift for 40 years. I am hoping you can share some information on how to safely learn to sleep at night once again. -- E.H.
ANSWER: Changing your body’s circadian rhythm isn’t always easy, and after such a long time, it will take longer for you. But it shouldn’t be as difficult as you might fear. When people fly to the other part of the world, they need to get accustomed to a new sleep schedule, and it usually doesn’t take more than a week or two for them to get accustomed. For you, it will be difficult learning to be up during the day, which is more of a behavioral issue than a circadianrhythm issue.
The first advice I give is to push your internal time clock forward, not backward. Try to stay up two hours or so later each day until you get to a bedtime that works with your family (if appropriate) and goals. Your body has an easier time moving forward than backward.
FAMILY HISTORY INCREASES RISK FOR BREAST CANCER
Moderate risk: This is a somewhat higher risk that may not turn into breast cancer. It occurs when there is one or two first-degree or two second-degree female relatives with breast cancer (in one breast only), with both relatives diagnosed after age 50; otherwise, one or two first- or second-degree relatives with high grade prostate cancer.
Bright light can be your friend or your enemy. You want bright light when you wake up, not right before bed. Computers, phones and tablets all put out light that signals your brain to wake up, so don’t use these before bed. Making sure that your bedroom is dark when you want to sleep is something you probably have already done, but it’s still worth mentioning.
Caffeine is very helpful to a lot of people, so if you partake, do so when you awaken, not before bedtime. Some people metabolize caffeine slowly, so if you do, don’t have any caffeine for at least 8 hours before planning to go to sleep.
HOW DRY MOUTH AFFECTS ORAL HEALTH
Saliva is essential for cleaning the mouth, proper chewing and swallowing, and protecting teeth. Dry mouth (also called xerostomia) is an oral condition that causes the mouth to produce insufficient levels of saliva and leads to a long list of complications ranging from a sore throat to mouth sores and bad breath. In addition to discomfort, it can affect oral health, whole body health, and the foods we can eat. Tooth decay, cavities, gum disease, and oral infections are all more common in people with dry mouth. Dry mouth can be caused by certain medications and chemotherapy treatments, snoring or mouth breathing, nerve damage from an injury, hormonal changes as we age, and health conditions like diabetes and autoimmune diseases.
Many people are not aware of the important role saliva plays in oral
health. Or that a simple pack of gum can play a role in achieving optimum oral hygiene. At BATAVIA FAMILY DENTAL, we pride ourselves in knowing the ways we can help keep your teeth and gums, and therefore your entire body, healthy and strong. Enjoy the feeling of a fresh, clean, healthy mouth. Call 585.343.4246 for an appointment at 6 Batavia City Centre. We’ll help you keep your teeth and gums in the best shape possible. Office hours are by appointment.
P.S. Some simple, temporary solutions to dry mouth include sugarfree gum and hard candy, especially those containing xylitol, which promotes saliva production.
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is a common problem among people who are active. It starts as a dull intermittent pain in the heel and progresses to a sharp persistent pain. Classically, it is worse in the morning with the first few steps, after sitting, after standing or after walking.
• Plantar fasciitis often begins with irritation and tearing of the fibrous band of tissue on the bottom of the foot, which may eventually result in the formation of a heel spur.
• 95% of our patients’ symptoms are resolved with conservative treatment, avoiding surgical intervention.
• We also offer surgical procedures with the best post op success rates using Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy techniques (minimal incisions and scarring; often back in a shoe in 1 week).
Advanced Lower Extremity Wound Care Diabetic Care, Limb/Foot Salvage & Foot Surgery/Trauma
HOW TO DISCUSS A CANCER DIAGNOSIS WITH YOUR EMPLOYER
Be willing to accept help. It’s easy for cancer patients to feel like they’re suddenly seen as charity cases upon sharing their diagnosis with an employer and their colleagues. But offers to help come from a good place, and patients would likely offer to help if the shoe was on the other foot and a colleague revealed a cancer diagnosis. It’s alright to tell people willing to help that you’ll let them know if you need anything if and when a difficult situation arises. In the meantime, thank them for their kindness and prepare to lighten your professional load as treatment begins.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Various organizations urge women to familiarize themselves with their breasts and conduct somewhat routine self-exams so they can uncover any lumps or other issues that may warrant further examination by a physician. Though self-exams can lead to discovery of breast cancer when the disease is most treatable,the World Health Organization notes that as many as 90 percent of breast masses are not cancerous. Non-cancerous abnormalities may be benign masses such as fibroadenoma and cysts or indicative of infection. It’s also important that women recognize that breast cancer is not always accompanied by a lump. In fact, the Mayo Clinic reports that many women with breast cancer never experience any signs or symptoms of the disease. In such instances, the disease is discovered during screening tests, which include mammograms.
WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES
Think of small business sponsorships when putting together school- or clubbased fundraisers.
BREAST CANCER PREVENTION
Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent cancer RISK FACTORS:
• Older age
• A personal history of breast cancer or benign (noncancer) breast disease
• Inherited risk of breast cancer
• Dense breasts
• Exposure of breast tissue to estrogen made in the body
• Taking hormone therapy for symptoms of menopause
• Radiation therapy to the breast or chest
• Obesity
• Drinking alcohol
PROTECTIVE FACTORS:
• Less exposure of breast tissue to estrogen made by the body
• Taking estrogen-only hormone therapy after hysterectomy, selective estrogen receptor modulators, or aromatase inhibitors and inactivators
• Estrogen-only hormone therapy after hysterectomy
• Selective estrogen receptor modulators
• Aromatase inhibitors and inactivators
• Risk-reducing mastectomy
• Ovarian ablation
• Getting enough exercise
• It is not clear whether the following affect the risk of breast cancer:
• Oral contraceptives
• Environment
• Studies have shown that some factors have little or no effect on the risk of breast cancer.
• Cancer prevention clinical trials are used to study ways to prevent cancer.
• New ways to prevent breast cancer are being studied in clinical trials.
The Red Cross put out a request for blood donations to help hurricane victims. I made an appointment with the John St. Donation Center in Henrietta. I can’t say enough about the wonderful Staff at this location. I was treated like I was the #1 blood donor but I noticed that ALL OF US WERE TREATED like we were #1. Thank you to all the staff for their care, compassion and help.
A Heartfelt Thanks
Hoarding Already
It’s laughable seeing people already hoarding toilet paper and other items because of the dockworkers’ strike. Didn’t we learn anything from Covid? Buy more throughout the year. Stock up. With costs rising, most items cost less 6 months or a year ago. Now they run into stores and buy in bulk before anyone else does. Planning ahead helps everyone.
The volunteers of the Friends of the Batavia Peace Garden would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers, patrons, donors and friends for their unwavering support. The Peace Garden looks amazing, thanks to the dedicated volunteers who weeded and watered throughout the summer.
Our famous Friday hot dog stand had an outstanding season. Our hot dog stand volunteers worked diligently to serve our new and repeat customers. We thoroughly enjoyed everyone who stopped by for lunch and to visit.
We are grateful for the community support afforded to us. You all had a hand in keeping the flags flying and the flowers blooming.
A heartfelt thanks to all and we look forward to seeing you next year.
Loud Blue [Vehicle]
To the person who drives the blue [vehicle] all over town: your loud, obnoxious, obtrusive driving is a distraction and nuisance to numerous people. I recently saw a fleet of [vehicles] and they were quiet, so the noise level is something within your control. I think it would behoove you to find another, more productive way to spend your time; it’s curious how you are able to drive around aimlessly all night and all weekend.
Alexander Central School
Anticipated openings for:
Building Maintenance Mechanic
Start Date: As soon as practicable
Rate: Starting at $19.91/hour plus benefits
Job Description and application can be found at www.alexandercsd.org under District tab, Human Resources, Employment Opportunities. Questions regarding Employment openings can be directed to:
Tina Clark, District Clerk/Human Resources (585) 591-1551 x 2422 tclark@alexandercsd.org
Alexander Central School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Notice of Vacancy
Custodial Worker (Temporary)
Qualifications:
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Physical ability to perform assigned duties
• Team player with strong work ethic & positive attitude
• Dependable and safety-oriented
• Ability to li 50lbs
• Valid NYS driver’s license
Location
• LeRoy Service Center, B Shi - 2:30pm-11:00pm
Salary
• $16.95/hr.
Start Date
• ASAP through December 2024 Visit our website at www.gvboces.org
Reply by October 15, 2024 with reference to Vacancy 25-42, resume & cover letter to hr@gvboces.org or mail to:
Human Resources, Genesee Valley BOCES 80 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482
City of Batavia, NY
School Crossing Guard
(Salary: $15.00/hr.)
e City of Batavia is accepting applications for part-time School Crossing Guards.
Qualifications: Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Civil Service employment applications may be downloaded from the website https://www.batavianewyork.com/home/files/ genesee-county-civil-service-application or picked up in the Human Resources Department, City Hall, One Batavia City Centre, Batavia, NY 14020. Please submit completed applications to Human Resources or e-mail: tdean@batavianewyork.com.
Background check and physical/drug testing are required. Candidate must become a resident of the County of Genesee or any adjacent town to the County of Genesee within 6 months of the date of conclusion of the probationary period for the City of Batavia. EEO
JOB FAIR
Temp to Hire Opportunities
Tuesday, October 15th Wednesday, October 16th 2-7PM 88 Nesbitt Drive Holley, NY 14470
Packaging Associate – Night Shift
$18.50/hr. starting wage for night shift
Set-Up Technician
– Night Shift
$22.00 - $30.00 per hour – DOE
$1.50 shift differential for night shift 12 Hour Shift Schedule: 6PM - 6:30AM
Must be eligible to work in the United States. Successful completion of background and drug screen.
Or apply online at: Novolex.com/careers
Notice of Vacancy
Buildings & Grounds Working Foreperson
Qualifications:
• Five years of experience in general building maintenance including electrical control, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and/or masonry, two years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity
• NYS driver’s license maintained throughout employment
Desired knowledge, skills & abilities:
• High school graduate or GED
• Strong leadership skills and work assignments
• Ability to prioritize and schedule work assignments
• Experience with security systems and fire protection systems
• Physical ability to perform assigned duties- capable of li ing a minimum of 50lbs.
• Available to respond to emergencies 24/7
Location:
• Mt. Morris Campus- 6:30am-3:00pm
Salary:
• $45,000-$60,000 with excellent benefit package, including a NYS pension
Starting Date:
• November 1, 2024
Visit our website at www.gvboces.org
Reply by October 15, 2024 with reference to Vacancy 25-43, along with letter of interest & resume to hr@gvboces.org or mail to:
Human Resources
Genesee Valley BOCES
80 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482
LEAVING A JOB GRACEFULLY
Watch out for social media. It’s best to keep resignation plans to yourself and off of social media. You never know who is reading your posts, and bad-mouthing a soon-to-be-former employer can lead to hurt feelings and poor references. Resist the urge to rant about what’s making you unhappy at work or brag about a new position to your social network.
Help Wanted:
for a small café near the border of Genesee and Wyoming County.
2 to 4 days a week Tues - Fri, 7:30am - 2pm
Candy corn was originally produced in the 1880s as a candy called Chicken Feed, with its ‘cousin’ the mallocreme pumpkins coming along around 1950. According to the National Confectioners Association, more than 35 million pounds of candy corn are produced each year. Which do you prefer?
- Candy Corn
- Mellowcreme Pumpkins
- Neither Poll ends 10-15-2024
Poll ended 10-08-2024
With collective bargaining conflicts rising again, this time with talk of strikes and walkouts of dockworkers at dozens of US ports potentially on the horizon, do you think we will face supply chain issues again this year?
72.2% Yes
27.8% No
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BUILD YOUR NETWORK TO LAND A NEW JOB
Recognize networking is a two-way street. Networking can be an effective way to find a new job, and it’s also a great way to help other people do the same. While you’re looking for a new job, if you come across opportunities that aren’t a good fit for you but might be for someone in your network, don’t hesitate to contact them. Your efforts will be appreciated, and those you help might do the same for you if they come across job openings that suit your background.
Cleaning firm is looking for a MATURE, PART-TIME CLEANING
PERSON
to work 5 evenings per week from 5-8 pm for a local office building in Batavia. Applicant must have prior knowledge of trash removal, restroom cleaning, mopping and vacuuming floors.
is expanding and needs the following personnel
EXPERIENCED SNOW PROFESSIONALS
For the upcoming winter season
• Snowplow Operators
• Loader Operators
• Sidewalk Technicians
Please send resume to: info@bubbaslandscape.net or stop in: Bubba’s Landscape 81 Lake St. • LeRoy, NY 14482 585-768-6578
Notice of Vacancy Building Trades Teacher
Qualifications:
• NYS Certification in Electrical 7-12, Carpentry 7-12, or Residential/Commercial Building Maintenance & Remodeling 7-12 OR
• An Associate Degree in a related field with two years of experience with the installation and repair of electrical supply and distribution systems or experience in a construction/building trades setting OR
• A high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience as described above
• Carpentry experience is preferred
Location:
• Batavia Career and Technical Education
Salary:
• $50,000-$55,000
• Negotiable based on experience
Starting date:
• ASAP Visit our website at www.gvboces.org is position will be open until filled. Applications will be reviewed when received. To apply, submit a letter of interest referencing Vacancy 25-46, resume, and proof of certification to hr@gvboces.org or mail to: Human Resources, Genesee Valley BOCES 80 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482
• QA Line Coordinator (Evening & Overnight): $24.06-$31.28/hour
RELIEVE STRESS THROUGHOUT THE DAY
Find time to exercise. The APA notes that research continues to support the notion that exercise is as beneficial to the mind as it is to the body. Exercising several days per week is especially beneficial to mind and body, but even 20-minute exercise sessions, including a walk around the grounds of an office complex or a quick swim during a lunch break, in the midst of stressful days can help people combat stress for several hours afterward.
Notice
of Vacancy
HIRING
V.J. Gautieri Constructors is seeking experienced individuals to fill part-time and full-time administrative and bookkeeping/accounting positions
• Hourly pay rate ranging from $18 - $25 per hour to start based on experience
• Flexible M-F only schedule
• Generous paid holidays
• Paid sick, personal and vacation time
• 401K with 3% company contribution after 1 year of employment
Email your resume to: info@gautieri.com
English Teacher-Long Term Substitute
Qualifications:
• NYS Certification in English 9th-12th Grade.
Location:
• Batavia Academy
Salary:
• $197/Day
Start Date:
• January 2025-April 2025
Visit our website at www.gvboces.org
Reply November 4, 2024 with reference to Vacancy 25-44, cover letter, resume, and proof of certification to hr@gvboces.org or mail to: Human Resources, Genesee Valley BOCES 80 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482
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