4 to 6 green cardamom pods, lightly bruised to open them
25 ounces dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa solids), grated
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cubed
4 tablespoons chocolate liqueur
Cardamom Cocoa Sugar
3 green cardamom pods
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 10-inch cake pan with a removable base, base and sides lined with nonstick parchment paper
To make the amaretti base, finely crush the amaretti in a food processor or put them in a plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin. Melt the butter and sugar in a pan over low heat, then stir in the amaretti crumbs. Press the mixture evenly over the base of the prepared cake pan and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
To make the cardamom truffle filling, put the cream and cardamom pods in a pan and heat until almost boiling. Remove from the heat and set aside to infuse for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, put the chocolate and butter in a saucepan. Strain the infused cream through a fine strainer onto the chocolate (the cream will be warm enough to melt the chocolate). If it doesn’t melt, warm over very low heat, stirring occasionally, but do not allow to boil. Stir in the liqueur, then set aside until almost cold, but not set. With an electric mixer, beat the chocolate mixture for a couple of minutes - this will give the cake a lovely airy texture. Pour onto the amaretti base. Let cool, then cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or up to 48 hours before serving.
To make the cardamom cocoa sugar, remove the black seeds from the papery cardamom pods and put the seeds in a spice grinder with the sugar and cocoa. Grind to a powder. Carefully remove the cake from the pan and peel off the lining paper. Set on a chilled serving plate and sift the cardamom cocoa sugar evenly over the top. Serve immediately, cut into very thin slices.
MAKE THE HOLIDAY SEASON MORE ECO-FRIENDLY
Serve locally sourced foods. Food is often front and center during the holiday season. Whether hosting family and friends at home, dining out or catering an office party, patronize businesses that sell only locally sourced foods. Locally sourced foods are much more eco-friendly than foods that must be shipped from afar before they land on your dinner table, and such foods tend to taste fresh as well. If serving at home, use reusable dishware and cutlery instead of paper plates and plastic utensils.
Online POLL
Buffalo seems to have an incredible advantage against fair-weather teams when Mother Nature dumps on the area. Do you think the Orchard Park outdoor stadium and snowy home-field advantage are key to their identity, or should they prioritize comfort with a domed stadium?
- The outdoor tradition defines the team! Fans and staff can bundle up - I can’t wait for the dome—comfort and consistency matter for fans and staff
- Undecided
Poll ends 12-10-2024
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What is your favorite kind of pie?
19.2% Apple
30.8% Cherry
11.5% Cream (Chocolate, key lime, etc)
3.8% Pecan
3.8% Pumpkin
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3.8% None of the above
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Shopping local gives your community’s artists and vendors exposure.
Small communities are often full of incredibly talented artists who can’t afford shop space until their business takes off, leading them to partner with local businesses to sell their products at a storefront. So when you shop local, you give those craftspeople the exposure and funding they need to grow their business.
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• Christmas village and train display
• Animated “department store” window displays
• Christmas story by author Sandra Whiting
• The Cinnamon Bear 1937 radio show diorama
• Murals by Lorie Longhany
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• Kazoos! (Just like Sibley’s Dept. Store)
• Hotdogs, drinks & cookies for sale
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HOLIDAY PARTY MUST-HAVES
Decking the halls is a holiday tradition, and hosts should make an effort to string some holiday decorations before welcoming guests into their homes. A Christmas tree might be the most ubiquitous decorative item come the holidays, so hosts can make their tree the centerpiece of their decor. Hang some mistletoe around the house, which also can be adorned with season-specific plants like holly and poinsettias. If kids are attending the party, a kid-friendly decoration station can even be set up to ensure the youngsters have fun and stay busy during the festivities.
December Specia
GAME TICKET
December Grand Prize Winner will receive an authentic signed Josh Allen jersey & 2 tickets to the December 22nd game vs. New England at Highmark Stadium.
Seats are in The Dunn Tire Club, Section 231: Row 1, Seats 16 & 17. The perfect Christmas gift for the Buffalo fan on your shopping list!
It's easy to enter! Simply bring in a bag full of nonperishable food items, pet supplies or pet food, or donate $5 or more to get a ticket for a chance to win the grand prize! Ticket will be drawn by Santa & Mrs.
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We will be open 12/23 & 12/24 noon-5pm for gift card purchases only!
December Early Bird Specials:
Dine-In Only. Served Tuesday-Friday & Sundays 4-6pm. Your choice - $20
8oz Prime Rib • Crab Cake Dinner • Shrimp Alfredo • Beef Stroganoff Dinners includes fresh garden salad, choice of potato or pasta, homemade rolls & specialty bread.
To-Go specials are back for December!
Tuesday-Friday & Sundays 4:15-7pm.
Beef on Weck - $15 w/potato wedges & garden salad.
10-ounce Prime Rib - $25 w/baked potato, garden salad, & homemade roll. *December Dine-In & Take Out specials not available on New Year's Eve.*
e Winter Wonderland of Lights
Grand Lighting November 29th at dawn.
Stop on out & drive through one of Western NY's grandest light displays!
Fun Fact: Did you know that every light on our property is put up by our owners or with help from staff, friends, & family? We do not hire an outside company to create the Winter Wonderland of Lights. None of our lights or displays have come from any other local area displays. Our owners have travelled throughout the country & hand selected many of the themed Christmas light displays that adorn the property, inside & out. If our owners could change the town’s name from Stafford to something else, it would surely be Christmas themed. e Winter Wonderland of Lights is our way of sharing the joy of the holiday season with those in the community & Western New York region! booking options.
Save the Date!
Our 8th annual Red Osier Landmark Restaurant Community Days! Free to the public!
Monday, December 2nd, 5-8pm Santa and Mrs. Claus • Horse & Carriage Rides • Mr. Scribbles Mountain Top Kettle Corn • Petting Zoo • Stafford Fire Dept. Food & Drink Available for Purchase • Gi Shop Open • & so much more!
Route 5, Stafford • 343-6972
No affiliation with Red Osier Rochester, RPM Enterprise, Total Sandwich Catering or Sammies-n-Sweets.
e Gi Shop is Open! Featuring local & unique items.
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BENEFITS OF LED HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Sturdiness: Because they’re made with epoxy lenses and not glass like traditional incandescent bulbs, LED holiday lights are less likely to break. That can be especially beneficial to people with pets who might bump into the family Christmas tree.
COOKING FOR A HOLIDAY CROWD
The more foods you offer, the smaller the portion sizes can be. But because guests will likely want to try all the offerings, expect the average person to consume more food per individual when several foods are offered.
Schedule time to relax. The pressure to feel as if you should always be doing something, whether it’s working, taking care of your family or tackling a to-do list around the house, can contribute to mental fatigue. Schedule time to relax and make a concerted effort to keep that time open. Avoid using scheduled relaxation time to work on household chores or check work emails. Instead, use this time to do something you find genuinely relaxing, even if that activity feels like you’re doing “nothing.”
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DID YOU KNOW?
Instances of early-onset dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in individuals under the age of 65 are on the rise. According to the Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Health IndexSM, roughly 131,000 commercially insured Americans between the ages of 30 and 64 were diagnosed with early-onset dementia or Alzheimer’s disease in 2017. That marks a 200 percent increase since 2013. Diagnosis rates among individuals between the ages of 45 and 54 were especially high in 2017 compared to 2013. Within that age group in 2013, 2.7 out of every 100,000 people were diagnosed with early-onset dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. That number rose to 10.9 out of every 100,000 people in 2017, marking a 311 percent increase in just four years.
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HOW TO OVERCOME WORKOUT FATIGUE
Use proper form when exercising. Improper form can lead to injury and/or muscle fatigue. Men and women who cannot adhere to proper form when working out may need to reduce the amount of weight they’re lifting. As activities are performed using proper form, people may find they’re building muscle without growing fatigued. As workouts progress, weight can be added.
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1. ANATOMY: Where is the glabella ocated in the human body?
2. LITERATURE: In children’s books, what is the name of the Big Red Dog?
3. GEOGRAPHY: In which country would you find the 98-foot-tall Christ the Redeemer figure?
4. GAMES: What number is represented by the phrase “two little ducks” in bingo?
5. SCIENCE: What percentage of air is nitrogen gas?
6. MUSIC: When did Rock the Vote, an organization that encourages young people to vote, come into being?
7. TELEVISION: Which 1970s comedy show features the theme song “Come On Get Happy”?
8. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which month of the year has the least number of letters?
9. U.S. STATES: Which state is first alphabetically?
10. MOVIES: Which 1983 movie features a character named Tony Montana?
“Scarface”
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Cardiologist Doesn’t Recommend Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 81-year-old man in reasonably good health. When I had trouble falling asleep, I would take a swig of Zzzquil, which worked perfectly every time. However, since then, my cardiologist told me to stop taking such products, so I turned to 5-mg tablets of melatonin in the evening to help induce drowsiness. Sometimes it worked, and sometimes it didn’t.
One night, after I had three beers, I also took two gelcaps of Gas-X to alleviate the bloated feeling just before bed. It was about an hour or so after the melatonin, and I quickly dozed off to sleep. Since then, I noticed that if I awaken in the night and take another Gas-X, I shortly doze off again and have remarkable, complex dreams. Is this self-protocol of mine medically unsound in any way?
ANSWER: There’s a lot going on here. First off, I completely agree with your cardiologist that the sleep aid you were taking, like most over-the-counter sleep aids, contains diphenhydramine, an antihistamine that sedates some people. The problem with this medicine is that the quality of sleep isn’t good for many people. It also increases the risk of falls in older people and the risk of motor vehicle accidents in people who drive. It’s not a good choice for older adults.
Melatonin is safer and has fewer side effect, one of them being vivid dreams. However, 5 mg is a big dose. I usually recommend 0.5-1 mg in my older patients. Gas-X (simethicone) isn’t absorbed into the body and shouldn’t cause vivid dreams. A search found no reports of abnormal dreams with simethicone, so it was almost certainly the melatonin that caused the dreams. Maybe Gas-X allowed you to sleep while the melatonin was still around enough to give you vivid dreams.
In addition, three beers on a regular basis are more than what is considered healthy for anyone, and a man in his 80s will be affected by three beers much more than a younger man of the same size.
DR. ROACH WRITES: Seven years ago, I went to the emergency room and was told I had blood clots in my arms that traveled to my lungs. I started Eliquis. The doctor said I had a problem with factor V, but I don’t have my blood results. Do I need to stay on this blood thinner? I know it has severe side effects.
ANSWER: Factor V is a protein that is critical in making clots, and an abnormality in this protein can make a person bleed (although this is very rare). What’s more common is a condition called factor V Leiden (FVL), which makes the body resistant to the activated protein C, a natural anticoagulant. (Anticoagulants decrease blood-clotting and are sometimes referred to as “blood thinners.”) So, the net effect of FVL is that it makes blood clots a little more likely. Many people have FVL, but most will not develop a blood clot.
However, you apparently developed blood clots in both arms that caused the clots to move to the lungs, which are called pulmonary emboli. Determining the duration of therapy takes clinical judgment. Because you had clots in your arms rather than your legs, had a pulmonary embolus, and have FVL, some experts would treat you for the rest of your lifetime. I wouldn’t say that Eliquis has severe side effects. Because it reduces blood-clotting, there is a chance of bleeding. For most people with a low to average risk of bleeding, the likelihood is on the order of 1% to 2% per year. If the risk of a life-threatening clot is higher than the risk of bleeding, then continued anticoagulation is preferred.
Dental bonding uses a special material (composite resin) to alter the look, color, or shape of a tooth, and bonds the material to the tooth using a specialized light. While composite resins are often used to fill cavities caused by decay, they are also used to fix chipped or cracked teeth, close spaces between teeth, change a tooth’s shape, protect an exposed root from receding gums, and improve discolored teeth. For some dental procedures, bonding is preferred over crowns and veneers (which provide similar restorations) because it is faster, doesn’t remove enamel, and doesn’t require anesthesia unless it’s used to fill a cavity. Dental bonding is more limited and less durable but provides the best option for fixing certain problems.
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P.S. Dental bonding isn’t as permanent as a crown or veneer and can be removed by the dentist for future work on the tooth.
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MINIMIZE DARK CIRCLES UNDER THE EYES
Dark circles may result from pigmentation changes that occur after exposure to the sun or some other type of UV light. Individuals who apply sunscreen on their faces, including around their eyes, may be able to reduce or prevent pigment changes.
About half of all Americans say it doesn’t matter how people greet them around the holidays, with “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays” being non-preferential.
ChristmasHymnSing- The public isinvitedtojoinwithusatthe MorganvilleUnitedChurchof Christforanoldfashioned ChristmasHymnSingonSaturday, December7,at3:00pm.Alight soupanddessertsupperalongwith fellowshipwillfollowtheprogram inaformeroneroomschoolhouse. Wewillhaveanorganaccompanist toleadusthroughsomeoftheold, familiarhymnswelovetosing.It’s agreatopportunitytoinvitea friendorneighbortojoinalong withyouforalittleChristmas cheer.Thechurchandschool housearelocatedat8466MorganvilleRoadinStafford.
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Bergen United Methodist Church 27 S. Lake Avenue Bergen, NY 14416 (585) 494-1312 Sunday Services at 10 am
RESTORE RUSTY TOOLS
Many people may be tempted to discard rusty tools that have gone unused and sat in a garage or shed for a significant period of time. But tools encrusted with rust do not need to be relegated to the trash bin, nor do gardeners have to toil for hours scraping and sanding off the rust. There’s a much easier way to restore rusty tools that relies on a common household ingredient: vinegar. Pour vinegar into a deep enough vessel to submerge the metal part of the tool. Soak the tool overnight. The next day, use a scouring pad to rub off the rust. If the tool is too big to fit into a can or bucket, simply wrap it with a vinegarsoaked rag and cover the whole tool with a tightly secured plastic bag. Follow the same procedure the next day. After all the rust is gone, rinse the tool in cool water and dry thoroughly. Then return it to regular usage.
Oak ield Li hts Up the Holida s
for the 15th Year
The Oakfield Majestic Lights has been lighting up the holidays for 15 years, becoming a cherished tradition for residents and visitors alike. What began as a modest gathering of 10-15 trees in the town park has blossomed into a dazzling community celebration, now housed in Triangle Park, where it brings joy to everyone who drives or walks through the heart of Oakfield.
e idea was first introduced by Perry and Andrea Denton, who had moved to Oakfield from Albany. Inspired by a Christmas tree celebration in their former town, they proposed the idea to Allen Dennis, thenSuperintendent of Oakfield, and to Melissa Haacke, Oakfield’s Town Clerk and administrative assistant to the Highway Superintendent. “We went forward,” Melissa recalls, and though the initial location was convenient, it was not ideal for strolling. A suggestion from the former mayor led to the event’s relocation to Triangle Park, which has become the beloved home of the Majestic Lights ever since.
e event partners with Shetler Tree Farm in Brockport, ensuring a steady supply for the growing number of trees, which reached an impressive 95 last year. “I’d like to hit 100 trees before I retire,” Melissa says.
e true magic of the Majestic Lights lies in the creativity and personal touches of the participants. Many trees are decorated in memory of loved ones, with each ornament telling a unique story. “One person decorates their tree all in purple to represent their loved one,” Melissa shares. Another features ornaments made from shotgun shells, a nod to the loved one’s passion for hunting. Businesses and organizations contribute their own festive flair: the lamb farm uses milk cartons for ornaments, the pharmacy incorporates empty pill bottles, and Farm Fresh First uses fruits and vegetables to create their display. “ ey really do a great job,” Melissa adds, emphasizing the creativity on display.
e event is much more than a visual delight. It’s a community effort sponsored by the Town and Village of Oakfield, with the Highway Department and Department of Public Works playing critical roles. “Without us all working together, we couldn’t do this,” Melissa notes, highlighting the teamwork behind the scenes. Snowy Decembers o en mean highway workers juggle snow-clearing responsibilities with assisting the Majestic Lights program, ensuring everything is ready for the festivities.
BY SUZIE WELLS
Melissa describes it as a festive time when the community comes together to celebrate the season and remember what makes Oakfield special.
Anyone can participate in the Majestic Lights event, whether by purchasing and decorating a tree or by simply enjoying the lights and getting out in the community. Churches, homeschool groups, and local businesses all contribute to the event’s vibrancy, from the living nativity to the cheerful carolers who fill Triangle Park with holiday spirit.
MajesticLightsalsospotlightOakfield’slocalbusinessesandcommunity pride. Explore the town, shop local stores, and immerse yourself in the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Come out for the December 6 festivities, but also enjoy the lights anytime during the season.
In addition to the lights, check out the “Magic Mailbox” at the Community & Government Center, where between November 15 and December 18, children can send letters to Santa and receive a personalized reply, adding a touch of wonder to their holiday season.
Majestic Lights’ success wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of so many people. Coordinators extend gratitude to every tree-decorating participant, as well as the Town and Village of Oakfield, the Town Highway Department, the Village Department of Public Works, and individuals such as Barry Flansburg and Kim Staniszewski.
“ ank you to the people who support the Majestic Lights celebration, walk the park at night, drive through, and everyone going through on foot,” Melissa says. She also gives a heartfelt shout-out to all who brave the cold to help with signs and setup, ensuring every tree is beautifully displayed.
As Oakfield celebrates the Majestic Lights for its 15th year, the event continues to embody the community’s spirit, creativity, and togetherness. It is a time to honor loved ones, create lasting memories, and share the joy of the season with neighbors and visitors alike.
e Majestic Lights officially kicks off with a tree lighting ceremony on December 6. is special evening features caroling, hot cocoa, and a living nativity, with the trees remaining illuminated each night through January 2. e event has become a cherished tradition for families, many of whom pick up and decorate their trees together over anksgiving weekend.
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Here’s A Tip
BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson
* If you are serving hot rolls on a buffet, line the basket with aluminum foil before you line it with a towel. ey lose heat less quickly that way.
* “I’ve loved this little trick since I saw it used at a party years ago. I serve iced tea (or punch) at most of my get-togethers, and instead of ice cubes, I freeze several pounds of cleaned, destemmed white grapes. ey are a hit at every party.” -- M.A. in New York
* Need almost-instant party snacks? Try a package of storebought cheese tortellini. Cook according to package instructions (usually only a few minutes), toss with oil or salad dressing and stick each on a toothpick.
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NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE
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 12/26/2024 at 10:00AM. Unless listed below, the contents consist of household goods, furnishings and garage essentials.
Isom Jenkins unit #323 is sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. See manager for details.
PAW’S CORNER
By Sam Marzotta
THE BEST GIFT YOU CAN GIVE YOUR PET
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I read about a person who did not vaccinate their house cats, and a er one of them got out, lost all of them to feline leukemia. I can relate to this person. I only have one cat, and I thought, for a while, that I could get away without vaccinating her. Fortunately, a friend convinced me otherwise.
It turns out that it doesn’t take much to protect my baby when she depends on me to take care of her. I’ve never gone without just to pay for “Racquel’s” vaccinations, and in turn, she is a healthy cat who brings so much companionship to my life. Please tell your readers not to skip this important annual appointment. -- Donna in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
DEAR DONNA: You told them, and I thank you. Vaccinating indoor pets can seem like a pricey extravagance, but it pales in comparison to the cost of treating the diseases that they can contract if they’re not vaccinated.
To reduce the annual cost, check around for discounted shot clinics. ese are usually held on specific dates and places -- pet supply stores, public buildings or participating veterinary clinics. However, these clinics o en don’t advertise extensively due to costs, so you may need to search a bit. Contact your city or county government to see if any clinics are being held nearby, or stop in to major pet supply retailers like Petco, which o en sponsor shot clinics. If not, their workers o en know about pet health clinics nearby.
ese clinics offer required vaccinations and licenses, and sometimes have microchipping and a basic health exam available at a low fixed price per pet.
150+ RED FIRED BRICKS to repair fireplace in 1850s home. Call/text 585-802-3328
OLD VEHICLE that runs. 585-629-8678
WHEELBARROW in good condition. Will pick up within 30 mins of Shortsville. 315-261-8507
DOG FOOD, CAT FOOD, LITTER, dog & cat FLEA MEDICATION (Advantage/Frontline) holdfort@rochester.rr.com
SHED in good condition. Will pick up. 585-301-1247
MEN’S 26” BICYCLE with high handlebars in good condition. Dansville. 585-443-9974
Small ORGAN, PLANTS, small APPLIANCES, inside ANTENNA, area RUGS, BEDDING, assorted CARDS, TREE HALTER. 585-424-0732
ATV or DIRT BIKE. Gas powered. Running or not. Call or text Matt 315-576-1278
LITTLE TYKES PLAYHOUSE in clean, good condition. 585-519-1261
Need an older HP 3050A DESKJET PRINTER SCANNER that is still working. 585-519-3325
SEWING MACHINE in good condition and ASSORTED FABRIC. Text/call 680-766-0230
SPIDER ORCHID that you no longer want. Webster/Penfield area. 585-217-3397
GOURDS for making birdhouses. susan5257@yahoo.com
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VENT
Not just on Small Business Saturday...
Nosy
Here’s a shout out to all those small business owners who are going above and beyond to serve their communities. Especially at this time of year we should take the time to patronize the local shops, cafes, breweries and markets. These establishments are what make small towns unique, friendly and the place we’re proud to call home.
This has been on my mind and I need to say it, and I hope you read this: To the woman who called me a "nosy [expletive]," I heard you ask what your balance was on your SNAP, so I instinctively looked as customers in the past have asked the same and I checked for them. You stormed out before I could even explain why I looked at your receipt. If anyone is the [expletive], it's you.
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I just finished the current Penny Saver. Love what you do with all the articles, Did You Know, Trivia, Paws Corner, health articles, and more! Keep up the good work. I am already looking forward to the Penny Saver during the coming weeks. Have a Merry Christmas.
On Nov 14th, my car was towed to the tire place on [local road]. I trusted the tow truck driver to tow it there (1 or 2 miles) and at least lock the vehicle before giving the key to the tire associate. To make a long story short, when the car was fixed and I drove it home, the hatchback had been broken into. My camping canvas bag was missing with a kitchen set of knives worth $100-$200 gone. My insurance papers were missing from the glove compartment.
Never assume a towing company will lock your vehicle. The young man driving told me he had done this for 20 years and knew what he was doing. Really? Locking the car isn't included?
A nursing opportunity to become part of a diverse and multidisciplinary radiation oncology team. A broader prospect to be a patients’ advocate, educator, and care-coordinator. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: patient assessment and care, patient education, care coordination, telephone triage, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Must possess a positive attitude, flexibility, excellent assessment/critical thinking skills, strong interpersonal communication skills, and autonomous decision-making skills. Recent acute and/or oncology experience preferred.
To apply please visit www.rochester.edu/people/nursing and reference posting #252628
The Recreation Director will create and communicate a detailed schedule for the 7-week summer program in advance of the program. Implementation and coordination of all daily activities as well as supervise the recreational facilities, supervisors, volunteers and program participants.
The Director reports to the Recreation Commission and the Village and Town Boards of Caledonia.
Applications and the qualifications for this position can be found on the Village website: villageofcaledoniany.org or at the Village Clerk’s Office, 3095 Main Street, Caledonia, NY 14423.
All applications are due by December 31, 2024.
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General Education Teacher (K-5)
Earth Science Teacher (7-12)
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All interviews begin upon receipt of application
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Competitive Rates • Flexible scheduling • Shi differentials • 12 hour shi s available
$2,000 Sign-on Bonuses for Certified Nursing Assistants or CNA Training Class (paid):
Starting at $17/hour • ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Competitive Rates • Flexible scheduling • Shi differentials • 12 hour shi s available • Per diem rates/shi s available
$5,000 Sign-on Bonuses for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN):
Starting at $27/hour • ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Competitive Rates • Flexible scheduling • Shi differentials • 12 hour shi s available • Per diem rates/shi s available
Assistant Dietary Supervisor:
Starting at $17/hour
Competitive Rates • Flexible scheduling • Shi differentials
Dietary Tray Aides (Full-Time and Part-Time positions):
Starting at $15/hour plus shi /weekend differentials
Housekeepers (Full-Time and Part-Time positions):
Starting at $15/hour plus shi /weekend differentials
Join Our Team at Lapp, LLC –e Global Leader in High-Voltage Insulators!
Are you ready to work for a company with a stellar reputation and a commitment to quality and innovation? Lapp, LLC, based in LeRoy, NY, is looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Production Worker.
Position: Production Worker
Location: LeRoy, NY
Shi : 1st and 2nd Shi
($1.25 /hour shi differential for 2nd shi )
Wage Range: Starting at $20.10/hour.
What You’ll Do:
• Read and interpret production orders, simple blueprints, & work instructions.
• Perform tasks requiring strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Handle physical duties, including li ing heavy loads.
What We’re Looking For:
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• A team-oriented attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Physical stamina to meet the demands of the position. How to Apply:
Complete your application at Lapp, LLC 130 Gilbert Street, LeRoy, NY 14482 or submit your resume via email to jtuerk@lappinsulators.com.
Union Representation: is position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Lapp, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from diverse candidates, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Take the next step in your career— Apply today and become a part of our dynamic team!
Notice of Vacancy Food Service Helper (2) 10
Month Position
Minimum qualifications:
• None are required, but some experience as a helper or cook in the food service industry or school cafeteria setting is preferred
• Ability to follow directions
• Must be able to li 15 to 20 pounds.
Location:
• Alexander Central School
Hours:
• Monday-Friday
• Position 1: 9:30am-1:30pm, Position 2: 10:00am-1:30pm
Rate of pay:
• $15.50/hour
Starting date:
• ASAP
Visit our website at www.gvboces.org
Reply by December 16, 2024 with reference to Vacancy 25-56 and resume to hr@gvboces.org or mail to:
Human Resources, Genesee Valley BOCES
80 Munson St., LeRoy, NY 14482
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NON-TEACHING
Automotive Mechanic, Bus Attendant & Driver, Cafeteria Monitor, Custodian, Food Service Helper, Grounds Equipment Operator, Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Student Behavioral Assistant, Teacher Aide, and Subs in all areas.
TEACHING/CERTIFIED
Current Openings: Computer Science or Technology Teacher, Long-term Sub Speech Teacher, Physical Therapist and Contracted Building Substitute Teacher
is accepting applications for the following positions: For all positions, apply online at:
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