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HOME-STYLE BAKED CHICKEN
Serves 4 to 6
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1
2 teaspoons Poultry Seasoning 1 teaspoon salt
GAME DAY SPECIALS!
4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1
2 teaspoon paprika
4 to 5 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks
Preheat the oven and a 9-by-13inch metal roasting pan to 375ºF. Place the olive oil and butter in the pan and place the pan in the oven on the lower rack.
In a small bowl, combine the poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Set aside.
Place the flour in a resealable bag. Place a few pieces of the chicken in the flour at a time, seal, and shake to coat. Remove and vigorously shake off any excess flour. Place the flour-dusted chicken on a clean platter. Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces. Remove the roasting pan from the oven and immediately arrange the chicken skin-side up in a single layer over the bottom of the pan and then sprinkle with some of the poultry seasoning blend and paprika. It should sizzle. Place the hot pan back on the lower rack of the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Remove, baste by spooning the juices that have collected in the pan over each piece, and then sprinkle the chicken with the remaining poultry seasoning blend.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20 minutes more. Remove and baste one last time before moving the chicken to the middle rack and baking for 10 to 15 minutes more to further crisp the chicken skin.
Let rest for 5 to 8 minutes before serving.
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TREATING A CAT’S INGROWN TOENAIL
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I don’t know how it happened, because I check and trim my cat’s nails regularly. Today, “Sparks” cried out in pain when I checked his right paw, and that’s when, on closer inspection, I saw that one of the middle claws had grown around, down and into the pad of his paw! How did I miss it? And what can I do to fix this? -- Sharon in Bennington, Vermont
DEAR SHARON: Cats are very good at hiding illness and injury. Plus, some cats have longer tu s of fur growing between their claws, and this can obscure nail problems. Add that to the routine struggle of trimming a cat’s nails while they wriggle and nip at you to try and escape, and it’s surprisingly easy to miss a claw or two.
Have a partner help you by gently holding your cat in a comfortable position while you inspect his paw more closely. Use a magnifying glass to get a better look at the ingrown claw. If the claw has not penetrated the skin of your cat’s pad -- it may be pushing against the skin -- you should be able to safely trim the nail away from the pad. Use sturdy nail nippers made for cats, and trim only a small part of the nail -- enough to release the pressure on the pad. Revisit the nail in two days to trim it back further, and monitor closely from now on.
However, if the claw has penetrated the skin, removing it can be painful and stressful for your cat. Make an appointment with the veterinarian, who will be able to numb the area slightly, trim the claw, and remove the part remaining in the pad while preventing infection.
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4 REASONS TO TRAVEL MORE
In addition to eating healthier, exercising more and getting more sleep, many people resolve to travel more at the dawn of a new year
Travel is much more than leaving one’s home. It’s about setting habits aside, escaping comfort zones and trying something different - and doing so in a different location.
CELEBRATE ENERGY STAR DAY - EVERY DAY
(NAPSI)—Every Fall, the U.S. EnvironmentalProtectionAgency(EPA) celebrates ENERGY STAR Day to raise awarenessaboutthebenefitsof saving energytoday,tomorrow,andforgood.
The typical household spends about $2,000 a year on energy bills. American consumers interested in saving money on their utility bills can look for the blue ENERGY STAR label to identify products—in categories such as electronics, appliances, smart thermostats, and lighting-that have been independently certified to use less energy. According to the EPA, outfitting your home with these productscouldsaveyou30percent—or about$575—onyourhouseholdenergy bills, while avoiding more than 5,500 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions thatcontributetoclimatechange.
Utilities, product manufacturers, and retailers around the country join the celebration and offer special deals that help make energy efficiency accessible and affordable for everyone. In some communities, manufacturers of ENERGYSTARcertifiedlightbulbswork withelectricutilitiestoprovidelow-cost LED bulbs at major discount and DIY retailers. For more information visit www.energystar.gov/SaveForGood.
Since 1992, ENERGY STAR and its partners have helped American families and businesses save nearly 4 trillion kilowatt-hours of electricity and achieve over 3 billion metric tons of greenhousegasreductions.
In its latest World Tourism Barometer, the United Nations World Tourism Organization found that 1.184 billion tourists traveled outside their countries’ borders for at least one night in 2015. Europe, Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas all recorded around a 5 percent increase in international arrivals that year. Europe was particularly popular, perhaps hedged by a weaker euro against the American dollar and other currencies. The U.S. Travel Association says that direct spending by resident and international travelers in America averaged $2.7 billion a day.
Millennials may be leading the travel-enamored pack. The United Nations estimates that 20 percent of all international tourists, or nearly 200 million travelers, are young people, and that the millennial demographic generates more than $180 billion in annual tourism revenue. The U.N. also reports that millennials are more interested than older generations in traveling abroad as much as possible.
Infrequent travelers or those who have never traveled may not understand why heading to parts unknown is so appealing to so many people. The following are just a handful of reasons why travel is so enticing.
1. Engage the mind. Staying mentally active over the course of a lifetime promotes long-term health. Navigating unfamiliar places or reading a foreign language while sitting in an international country can engage the brain and get synapses firing. The Mayo Clinic reports that higher cognitive activity endows the brain with a greater ability to fend off brain pathologies, such as disease and dementias.
2. Connect with new people. Travel opens a person up to not only new experiences, but also new people. English poet John Donne penned the famous line, “No man is an island,” which underscores the importance of having friends and making new acquaintances. Research conducted by the University of Michigan found the act of talking with people in a friendly way can improve a person’s memory, suppress external and internal distractions, and encourage people to see things from another person’s perspective. It doesn’t hurt to broaden one’s social network, either.
3. Build confidence. Leaving one’s comfort zone can be a great way to bolster one’s self-esteem. Navigating cultural boundaries and overcoming those boundaries may be initially intimidating, but doing so can make a person more confident and more adaptable to change.
4. Develop opinions. Until a person visits a place in person, he or she only has third-party information to form opinions. Visiting a city or country for the first time can offer a more complete perspective.
Travel gives people the chance to rest, explore, meet new friends, and make lasting memories.
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Visit consignment stores: Consignment shops and Goodwill(R) stores are popular places to buy preowned items. These stores take donations or offer items for sale on consignment, which means once sold the person who provided the item gets a portion of the sale.
When browsing the racks of these stores, it’s possible to discover highend items mixed in with less expensive items. Shoppers may find designer handbags and clothing for much less than they would sell at retail, especially if the pieces are one or two seasons old. Relying on these stores to supplement classic wardrobe pieces is cost-effective and beneficial to the environment. If you regularly shop consignment stores, you can develop a rapport with the shopkeeper, who may alert you when new items are available.
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GAS GRILL. Bring 2 people for pickup. 585-762-8936 leave message. Antique wooden ROCKER, good condition. Needs TLC. Victor. 585-742-3687
3 to 400 car & motorcycle related MAGAZINES, ‘60s thru ‘80s. Pickup West Batavia. gennyman88@yahoo.com
Wurlitzer spinet PIANO AND BENCH, good condition. Canandaigua. You move. Text inquiries to 585-690-9916.
(2) TV STANDS. Corner unit (black) with glass doors and wood finish with storage. Very good condition(s). jilloha@hotmail.com
3 black wrought iron, 3 legged PLANT STANDS. Excellent condition. Pick up in Village of Phelps. dianejoset@aol.com
Deluxe padded toileting HOYER SLING by Patientaid. (Brand New) Weight limit 450 lbs. (in package) TEXT! 585-315-0563
Large quantity of PLASTIC DISPOSABLE BIBS. Great for messy dinners, i.e. lobster/clam bakes. TEXT PREFERRED. 585-315-0563
At least 4 full boxes of FLUSHABLE WIPES. Also 2 WATERPROOF PADS for wheelchairs (washable). TEXT please. 585-315-0563
2006 and 7 INDY 500 PROGRAMS in original sleeves. Also a 1994 Molson INDY PROGRAM. Pick up in Honeoye Falls. Danegperry@gmail.com
3 SCREEN DOORS, 32” x 80”, one vinyl, two wood. With handles and hinges and spring closer. Text only please. 585-578-5100
Motorcycle, car related MAGAZINES from 1960, ‘70s, ‘80s, some newer. You pick up. West Batavia. gennyman88@yahoo.com
Any SPORTS COLLECTIBLES, good pair of size 8/9 MEN’S WINTER BOOTS, Buffalo Bills WINTER HAT AND GLOVES, lightweight foldable RASCAL SCOOTERS. Call 585-415-8513.
LIFT CHAIR. Older, but in very good shape. Call before Noon. Batavia. 585-813-5325
(19) CEMENT BLOCKS - 7½” x 15½”. A mixture of 3½” and 1¾” deep. 585-200-2009
EMERSON MICROWAVE – Needs Cleaning. No Glass Plate. Rochester. 585-482-5832
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XL DOG CRATE & DOG CARRIER. 585-507-8788
OLD MAGAZINES, dated prior to 1970. bartonta@gmail.com
DIRT BIKE or ATV, gas powered. Running or not. Text or call Matt 315-576-1278
BAMBOO POLES to support tall garden plants. Various sizes needed. janebickett@yahoo.com
UPRIGHT FREEZER in excellent condition. Please text me. 585-749-2432
LOVE SEAT in good condition. Beige, light brown or tan. 585-507-8788
SNOWBLOWER, RIDING LAWN MOWER, and TRUCK or CAR in good working condition. 585-471-4424 or 585-531-4004
POKÉMON CARDS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
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Marie’s blue cheese GLASS JARS with lids. 585-813-7759
Folding GROCERY CART. 585-695-8565
RACK FOR CDs. 585-326-0426
PARTS for a 2007 Volvo Station Wagon XC70 model, a TIRE IRON, a JUMPER BOX BATTERY CHARGER, and a small AIR COMPRESSOR. 585-415-8513
CAT SCRATCHING POST or any other supplies for a cat that was dumped and had kittens. 585-739-1068
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Here’s A Tip
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* "To clean the TV remote in my home, I dip a cotton swab into rubbing alcohol, shake off any excess and use it to gently clean the surface. I do this weekly during cold and flu season." -- M. in Minnesota
* To keep track of rolls of tape or other rolled items in your shop, hang a length of chain from two "S" hooks on your pegboard. ey will be readily accessible, and you can tear off what you need.
Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
It’s
HANDYMEN/WOMEN
CORRAL ENTRYWAY CLUTTER
The entryway to a home is the first thing guests experience when coming inside. It also can be the first place residents drop their belongings after long days at school or work. As a result, entryways can quickly be consumed by clutter. Taming such messes takes a mixture of ingenuity and planning.
Homeowners hoping to clear their entryways of clutter must first decide what they want to get out of the space. Will it simply be a decorative spot with photos and other home decor on display? Or is functionality the primary goal?
Once that decision has been made, take inventory of which items, such as shoes, keys, umbrellas or coats, need to be in the area, which don’t (i.e., old mail). To make things more organized, rearrange the former while removing the latter.
Next it is time to assess storage needs and what’s already available. User-friendly storage items may need to be purchased to make the room as functional as possible.
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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Having Surgery for a Hernia Could Be Riskier Than Living With It
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SAFE WAYS TO DEAL WITH SINUS PRESSURE
Sinuses are bony, hollow, air-filled cavities inside the face and skull. They are located in the low-center of the forehead, behind the eyes and in bones behind the nose. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center says the sinuses lighten the skull and produce a mucus that moisturizes the inside of the nose. Unfortunately, when colds or the flu strike, sinuses may become one of the first spots affected by these illnesses.
When the sinuses are working properly, mucus will drain into the nasal passages or out the back of the throat. Most of this drainage goes unnoticed. However, the American Sinus Institute says that factors such as allergies, illness, weather changes, dehydration, and dry air can make thesinusmucusthickeranddrainagemoredifficult.Thisiswhenproblems like infection, stuffiness or throat irritation may occur.
In order to combat sinus congestion and drainage concerns, people may try certain strategies that include flushing the sinuses and thinning the mucus. It is imperative to use safe flushing methods to keep the sinuses healthy.
Netipotsareamongthemorepopularmethodstoflushingsinuses.These small teapot-like devices with elongated snouts have become a fixture in many medicine cabinets. Because they are drug-free alternatives, they can be handy for those worried about antihistamines making them drowsy or reacting with other drugs. Neti pots and other nasal irrigation systems use saline to moisten and clear out nasal passages to promote drainage of sinus cavities. However, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, using these devices improperly can increase one’s risk of infection. CBS News says that neti pots have even been linked to the deadly Naegleria fowleri, which is otherwise known as the “braineating” amoeba.
The key to preventing infection is to only use previously boiled, sterile or distilled water to irrigate. Tap water is not adequately filtered, says the FDA, and may contain low levels of organisms that can stay alive in nasal passages and potentially cause serious infections.
Those who are concerned about nasal irrigation safety may be wise to skip neti pots and use pre-packaged, sterile saline solutions that are bottled for the purpose of alleviating congestion. However, when prepared water is used in a clean neti pot or other device, these methods can be perfectly safe.
Sinuses can get clogged for many reasons. To free up breathing, people are urged to consult their physicians to learn more about how to safely irrigate their nasal passages. Discover the Human Touch in Hearing Technology
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 85-year-old man. I’m in good health, and I exercise and swim at the gym for 3 hours every other day. I am not overweight, and the only prescription I have is a nose spray. I do have mild idiopathic neuropathy, but I’m still quite agile and mobile. I have a hernia in my lower abdomen. I had one just like it on the right side that was repaired 35 years ago. My family doctor seems to think that having surgery at my age could be riskier than living with the hernia. The pain isn’t terrible, but it is frequently uncomfortable. Should I consider surgery?
-- C.E.K.
ANSWER: You should consider it to the point where you consult a surgeon. The operative risk is relatively small, and despite your age, it sounds like you are in good shape. However, after consulting with a surgeon, you may decide against surgery. The most important factor is how much the pain from the hernia bothers you. In general, we recommend surgical repair for symptomatic hernias, as the pain tends to gradually increase over years. No surgery comes without a risk, and your family doctor is right that it is riskier to have the surgery than it would be to live with the pain. But the risk is not enormous, so if the pain is to the point where the hernia is bothering you a lot, it is certainly worth discussing the risks and benefits of surgery with an expert surgeon.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I saw a post somewhere saying that we should throw away all vitamins or supplements with magnesium stearate, titanium dioxide or microcrystalline cellulose. This means I would need to discard vitamins, antacids, and even my glucose tabs that I occasionally need for reactive hypoglycemia. Do you have any guidance on this? -- L.D.
ANSWER: In 1538, a Swiss physician with the pseudonym “Paracelsus” articulated the basic premise of toxicology: The dose makes the poison. This remains critical today.
Magnesium stearate is commonly used in food, cosmetics and medicines. It is generally regarded as safe at doses below 175 grams for an average-sized adult. A typical supplement might contain as much as 20 mg. It would take well over 8,000 doses at once for a person to reach a dangerous level.
Titanium dioxide is used as a food coloring, in sunscreen, and in medications like styptic pencils. It has long been considered safe in the United States and Canada. But its status in Europe has recently been changed, so it is no longer recommended as a food additive. The tiny doses of it in medications and dietary supplements are very unlikely to cause harm, but many manufacturers in the U.S. are beginning to stop using it, more due to perception than proven harm (which there is no evidence for).
Microcrystalline cellulose is simply an indigestible fiber source made from wood pulp. It is not absorbed. It is used in many foods and as a filler in tablets and capsules. You can also buy it as a supplement or use it as a thickener in cooking. I don’t have any concerns with magnesium stearate or microcrystalline cellulose at the kinds of doses used in pharmaceuticals and supplements. I also don’t have any concern with food-grade titanium dioxide as a coloring agent in food or supplements.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible.
Not just on Small Business Saturday, but every day that you can. Need milk, eggs, bread, or beer? Go to the local corner store instead –Say “hey” and get to know the owner who’s paying taxes to keep your neighborhood in tip-top shape.
Get vocal on social Post pictures, tweets, and status updates of either the small business you own, or of yourself shopping at one, and be sure to use the hashtag #ShopSmall. Also write positive Yelp reviews for the small businesses you love and support. Sign up for local business’ loyalty programs – Does a local business have a customer loyalty and rewards program? Sign up for it –not only will you be supporting a local business, but you’ll get discounts and rewards for it, too.
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Suicide Prevention Month is an opportune
time to focus on strategies that can help prevent suicide and support mental health. Here
are
some actionable tips to consider:
Educate Yourself and Others: Learn about the warning signs of suicide, such as changes in behavior, mood swings, withdrawal from social activities, and expressions of hopelessness. Share this knowledge with friends, family, and colleagues to help increase awareness and understanding.
Open Up Conversations: Encourage open discussions about mental health and suicide. Let people in your life know that it’s okay to talk about their feelings and struggles. Creating a safe space for these conversations can make it easier for individuals to seek help when needed.
Offer Support: Be attentive to the needs of those around you. If you notice someone struggling, reach out and offer support. Sometimes, just knowing that someone cares and is willing to listen can make a significant difference.
Advocate for Mental Health Policies: Support and advocate for policies that promote mental health and provide better access to mental health care. Advocacy can help improve systems and resources that are vital for preventing suicide.
Learn How to Respond in a Crisis:
Familiarize yourself with how to respond if someone you know is in immediate danger. Knowing the steps to take, such as contacting a crisis hotline or seeking emergency help, can be critical in preventing a tragedy.
By integrating these tips into your approach during Suicide Prevention Month, you can contribute to a supportive environment that promotes mental health and reduces the risk of suicide.
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If your life or someone else’s is in imminent danger, please call 911. If you are in crisis and need immediate help, please call: 988
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Please Enforce Political Sign Laws
Many thanks to the lady on August 20th at Country Max who paid for my plant spray. It was very much appreciated.
Many thanks
Thank you to everyone who stopped to ask if I was okay after being hit by another vehicle on a busy road on the the evening of September 4th. Many thanks as well to all the first responders who helped keep both me and my dog safe and calm. It was much appreciated!
Local zoning law states that any and all political signage are prohibited to be displayed more than one month prior to its corresponding election. Yet we see political signs and flags for months and sometimes years, throughout our neighborhoods and roadways. It is not up to our neighbors to police these infringements. It is the duty of local zoning officials including inspectors and zoning boards. Please enforce political sign infringements as you would any other zoning code.
Mind your own business and Judge not lest ye be judged
My best friend of thirty years recently went through a divorce (I’d say sad, bitter, nasty, but all the adjectives seem obvious and unnecessary) and all but a few of her friends have left her, not wishing to “pick sides” or not wanting to be involved with either party for fear of contamination. Truly so many people are divorced nowadays, why does anyone treat another like a leper? She’s a strong woman, keeping her head high, trying to do her best for herself and her children, even as the world now seems so cold, lonely, and harsh against her just because her marriage didn’t last. Come on, people. Help lift each other up. Don’t tear people down when they’re already feeling so low.
If you are into skiing and snowboarding, you probably know that ‘bluebird days’ is also used to refer to days with sunshine, good visibility, and fresh snow!
Bluebirds are cherished for their beauty, devotion to their family, and delightful singing. These tiny creatures remind us of the small joys that we get to experience every day. Easy to spot.
male bluebird has a brilliant blue back and flame-orange belly, while a female bluebird has duller colors than the males, much like many other birds.
Have Not Forgotten and We Will Never Forget
BY SENATOR PAM HELMING
On a sunny September 6, I watched my first grandchild – my granddaughter, Bristol – get on the bus for her first day of Kindergarten.
I was thinking about that moment as I reflect on 9/11. Because on September 11, 2001, I was my driving my own young kids, who were just about Bristol’s age, to school.
I was thinking about how the world changed for us and for our kids. How 9/11 shaped the world my granddaughter and my two grandsons are growing up in now.
We all remember it. A bright, beautiful, sunny morning 23 years ago. We remember where we were when news of the attack broke through on our television screens and radios. Social media, of course, was not yet widely used.
When I heard the radio reports in my car, I remember looking up at the sky – a picture-perfect day. I thought, this can’t be happening. But the images I later saw on television confirmed it. A staggering 3,000 innocent American lives taken. ousands more injured.
responders and members of our nation’s military, continue to put their lives on the line for us so we may live safe and free.
And to this day, many of the brave first responders who rushed into the burning buildings continue to deal with life-altering health conditions. Too many have died as a result. All have suffered.
Two days a er that first day of school, I spoke at the Patriot Day service at Bible Baptist Church in Williamson.
It was probably because I was in a church that I thought about Father Mychal Judge, the New York City Fire Department chaplain who was the first identified casualty of the September 11 attacks.
Father Mychal was tending to victims in the North Tower when he was hit by a downpour of debris as the South Tower collapsed. I’m sure we all remember that image of the rescue workers carrying his body from the rubble.
In a news story on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, one of his friends, Father Dominic Monti, said that it was still a very difficult picture to see. en he said, “It’s death, but it’s death that came out of love, out of service.”
Service. A simple yet profound word.
We honor the service of our firefighters, law enforcement, EMS, all the rescue workers of 9/11. e service of the men and women of our Armed Forces. We give thanks to those who answered the call to respond that day and to those who answered the call to serve in the months and years that followed.
9/11 inspired a new generation of service in our nation. ink about all those who decided, just days a er 9/11, to join the military, volunteer with their local fire departments, donate their money to support victims’ families, give their time to support non-profits.
One way we can continue to honor those who lost their lives is by showing our appreciation and respect for those who have taken a vow to serve us today. ese men and women, including our first
We can all show our respect and appreciation for them. In our neighborhoods and communities, in the halls of government, in our churches, in our classrooms, and at our dinner tables.
We Will Never Forget has become the anthem of 9/11.
Etched in our memory is the image of the rescue workers hanging the American flag and the banner that read “We Will Never Forget.” e photo taken of this moment would become one of the most iconic images in U.S. history.
And we will never forget. Just as we will never cower to those who attack our country and attempt to strip away our freedom.
We are strong. We are resilient. We are the United States of America. We are proud Americans.
To all of you who serve our community, please know you have my unwavering support and gratitude. I will never forget your sacrifice, your bravery, your commitment to serve others. Indeed, that is life’s highest calling.
To be a proud American is to never forget. I am proud to be an American.
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WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES
Invite small business owners to community activity centers, nursing homes, schools, and the like to share their experiences about starting a businessinthearea.
GUIDELINES FOR HOMETOWN EVENTS:
Events should occur on a specific date at a specific time. Due to the increasing number of submissions, we will no longer be able to publish the following items:
• Businesses/schools seeking registration for classes or program
• Organizations seeking crafters or vendor
• Organizations seeking donations of items
Genesee Valley Penny Saver reserves the right to approve/reject events for publication. Events are published as space allows. Event deadline is Monday, 2 weeks prior to publication date
REGISTER AND SUBMIT YOUR EVENT ONLINE AT Log in to your account or register on our website to start submitting your events today! www.gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share With Us’ Events may also be submitted at: 1471 Route 15, Avon, NY 14414
HENRIETTA
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WEST HENRIETTA
CraftSale: Saturday, September 21,2024,from9:00AMto3:00 PM.TobeheldinsidetheWest HenriettaFireDepartment,774Erie StationRoad,WestHenrietta.Parkingbehindthefirehouse.(Weare nexttotheWestHenriettaBaptist Church).
Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School District
School Bus Drivers School Bus Monitors
Hours and pay vary by position.
NYS Pension and benefit eligible positions available. To apply, visit: www.work4hfl.org
We’re hiring PathStone Weatherization Program
Providing energy saving improvements to lower energy bills & improve a home’s comfort in Monroe County
Accepting Applications for Installers/Crew
Positions
General labor skills with carpentry, insulation, and minor home repair experience preferred.
Temporary hire with potential for permanent position.
No Phone Calls Please
Send Resume to: cbrandau@pathstone.org
All Applicants Must:
Have Valid Driver’s License
• Pass Background Check
All tools, equipment and additional training will be provided.
Mail Room and Production
Part-time/Full-time
Learn the basics of direct mail and assist in fulfilling all of the work sent through the Postal Service. Prior understanding of the USPS is a bonus but not a requirement. We will coach the right person with the right attitude.
$20/hour.
Full-time position includes benefits.
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Send cover letter & resume to: Steveh@featuredmedia.com
is HIRING!
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• Teacher Aides
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All full-time positions include great medical benefits and paid time off!
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PART-TIME WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATES
Anderson-DuBose has part-time employment opportunities for Warehouse Associates
Job entails order picking with electric pallet jacks as the primary tool, pallet stacking, and loading trucks. Must be capable of performing physical labor, lifting up to 50lbs.
Pay is $18.90/hr to start on second shift, with the possibility to promote to a full-time position. Part-time associates have the benefit of flexible scheduling, available sick time and 401K plan after 90 days, and paid birthday off.
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Agents Needed
EFFICIENCY AT WORK
Information is now seemingly always at our fingertips thanks to mobile devices like smartphones and tablets. While these devices may theoretically allow workers to become more productive, research suggests otherwise. Professor, researcher and author Gloria Mark with the University of California, Irvine says that activity switching and being frequently interrupted, including self-interruptions like checking social media and email, can lead people to develop short attention spans. That inability to focus for extended periods of time can adversely affect efficiency.
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DID YOU KNOW?
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reports that mushrooms contain about 15 vitamins and minerals, including folate magnesium, potassium, vitamin B6, and zinc. Mushrooms also are low in calories and rich in antioxidants, which can help to lower risk for inflammation.
