Hotels: Men and women over 50 may have extra time on their hands once their kids go off to college and then begin careers and families of their own. Many such adults use that extra free time to travel, which requires staying in hotels. Many hotels offer discounted rates to travelers over the age of 50.
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BEST BUYS FOR THE NEW YEAR
Smart shopping involves making budget-friendly purchases. Never paying full price is a mantra shoppers can follow to help keep their finances in check.In addition to coupons and other discounts, shoppers can usually score deals based on which time of year they shop for particular items. Each year, various consumer resources offer advice on the best time to buycertainitems.Thebeginningof the year is often an ideal time to purchase certain items. Consumers who take advantage of sales offered at the start of the new year can save substantial amounts of money. Now that the holiday season has passed, consumers can begin to find deals onitemsforthemselves.
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Thank you to the lady who bought my meal on Sunday, January 12th around 7am. No one has ever done that for me and it made my day! I really appreciate your kindness. Have a wonderful day.
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Be Respectful of the Times You’re Sending Texts
I CAN’T TAKE IT ANYMORE!
Why is it people think nothing of sending texts messages at all kinds of times?!
I’m tired of getting awakened by people sending me texts at unreasonable hours. How about some consideration?
I’ve been asked, why don’t I just turn my phone off at night?
Answer:
I would like to say thank you so very much to the wonderful woman (found out she is a nurse) who helped me out in the Wegmans parking lot awhile back. I was having a medical issue and she assisted me with my bags and walked me all the way to my car. I did not catch her name but I have and will continue to pay it forward.
1. I have both a son and father who have life-threatening medical conditions that I’ve multiple times been called for assistance on and I don’t want to not be there to help them. If you’re OK with missing a call about a loved one, that’s your choice, but it’s not mine.
2. If I had a fire, medical emergency, or break-in, I sure don’t want to wait for my phone to boot up.
Before you send someone a text, how about you ask yourself:
1. Do I expect the person I’m texting wouldn’t be sleeping now?
2. Is this a time I would call someone, instead of texting?
If the answers to those questions aren’t YES, then can I suggest you write your text so you don’t forget, but send at a later time?
KORNER
The beginning of the year is an ideal time to get organized and set oneself up for productive months ahead. It’s also a good opportunity to take inventory of seldom-used items and clear out as much clutter as possible.
The amount of stuff the average person owns can affect how easy ordifficultitisforthatpersontoget organized. In 2014, professional organizer Regina Lark estimated the average American home contains 300,000 items. And it’s not just adults who love to collect and keep things, as kids contribute to the problem, too. British research, as published in The Telegraph, indicates the average 10-year-old owns 238 toys, playing with just 12 in a typical day.
All of these belongings contribute to disorganization and lost time. A study by Esure Home Insurance found looking for lost items accounts for 10 minutes of wasted time each day.
Getting organized can take perseverance, but it’s possible.
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LMaking the Most of Every Day We Get: Lauren Spiker Turns Grief into Purpose at 13Thirty Cancer Connect
BY SUZIE WELLS
auren Spiker, founder of the nonprofit organization 13 irty Cancer Connect, grew up in Rochester surrounded by a large, loving Italian family. Sunday dinners o en featured pasta and heartfelt conversations around the table – a testament to the courage of her grandparents who le Italy to pursue the American dream. Inspired by dedicated educators, Lauren pursued undergraduate and graduate degrees in special education, laying the foundation for a lifetime dedicated to teaching and leadership.
roughout her career, Lauren worked in public education as a special education teacher and in the corporate world as a leadership trainer. For over two decades, she guided business leaders across industries in strategic planning, leadership development, and team motivation. Every role she’s taken on has been driven by her passion for helping others realize their potential. Outside of her professional endeavors, Lauren cherishes Friday night dates with her husband, gardening, cooking for loved ones, and spending quality time with her children and grandchildren.
When Lauren’s daughter, Melissa, was facing terminal cancer at age 19, Lauren says, “I rarely made promises I didn’t know how to keep,” but from a promise she made to Melissa, 13 irty Cancer Connect was born. Melissa challenged her mother to “do something with” her experience and grief, “something to make a difference, to make things better.” ree nights a er that directive, Melissa passed away at home, as she had planned. Despite her grief, Lauren was determined to honor her daughter’s wish.
In the months following Melissa’s death, Lauren reflected on her daughter’s courage and determination. Melissa had drawn on her inner strength to navigate the challenges imposed by her illness, finding purposeevenasshefacedhermortality.InspiredbyMelissa’sresilience, Lauren transformed her grief into action and founded 13 irty Cancer Connect –a space where adolescents and young adults (AYAs) facing cancer could find support, empowerment, and community.
Each year, nearly 90,000 AYAs in the United States receive a cancer diagnosis. Straddling the gap between pediatric and adult medicine, they o en face a lack of ageappropriate care and support. Cancer disrupts their development, education, relationships, and future planning, leading to complex psychosocial,emotional,andfinancialchallenges.AYAsalsoexperience slower survival improvement rates compared to other age groups and are at higher risk for long-term health issues.
Rochester Medical Center (URMC), herself a cancer survivor. e study aims to better understand the unmet needs of AYAs in the Rochester community and design a coordinated model of supportive care. “By partnering with both community-based organizations and academic institutions, we hope to drive impactful change,” Lauren says.
Lauren fondly recalls Brittany, a 15-year-old aspiring soccer star whose cancer diagnosis and subsequent surgery le her with an artificial knee and a metal rod in her leg. Initially devastated, Brittany persevered through 13 irty’s fitness programs, regaining strength and confidence. Years later, she triumphantly crossed the finish line at 13 irty’s annual 5K Race, shouting, “I did it!” For Lauren, these moments encapsulate the spirit of 13 irty – helping young people reclaim their lives despite the scars cancer leaves behind.
As Lauren continues her journey with 13 irty Cancer Connect, her mission remains clear: to honor Melissa’s legacy by living with purpose and empowering others to do the same. rough compassion, resilience, and community collaboration, Lauren and 13 irty are transforming lives and inspiring hope.
13 irty Cancer Connect strives to bridge these gaps by providing a supportive community and resources tailored to the unique needs of AYAs. “We want to help them find their personal power, even in the face of cancer,” Lauren explains.
One of Lauren’s significant endeavors includes a collaborative research project with a young researcher from the University of
For the past 24 years, Lauren’s goal has been simple – to live life with purpose, keeping the promise she made to Melissa, “finding meaning in every day and everyday tasks because that’s all I have. It’s all any of us have. Today. Right now. At this moment. A chance to make a difference, to make things better. I have the same wish for all the teens and young adults I am privileged to know and love at 13 irty Cancer Connect.”
Lauren draws inspiration from anthropologist Margaret Mead’s words: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” She encourages the Rochester community to accept her daughter’s challenge – to make a difference and create positive change together.
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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Steroid Injections Provide Amazing Relief From Shingles Pain
DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your recent column on shingles. I am 66 and in fairly good health. I had both Shingrix shots about five years ago and take hydroxyurea for polycythemia vera (PV). Around August 1, I noticed some spots on my forearm that appeared to be a spider bite. I went to my family doctor, and she immediately diagnosed me with shingles and put me on gabapentin, which didn’t help much. The next month was complete misery. I never really had itching or an extensive rash, but intense pain and burning developed from the top of my neck down to my left thumb and forefinger. My wife read that hydroxyurea lowers your immune system, which is probably why I had such a bad case of shingles despite the Shingrix shots. My cousin is a retired anesthesiologist and recommended an epidural steroid injection (ESI) that would help me immediately. I had the injection, and within 24 hours, I had an 80% improvement in my pain level. Over the next month, the pain decreased another 10% to 15%. I went from being almost incapacitated to being able to live again in 24 hours. The outcome was life-changing!
It seems that doctors need to be brought up to date on ESIs for shingles. I understand that the studies are inconclusive, but the on-the-ground results seem to show that it is effective. The pain from shingles has to be experienced to really understand how debilitating it can be. ESIs are fairly inexpensive, and even if they only helped slightly, they would be worth the cost. To have the improvement I found is priceless. -- Anon.
ANSWER: I often recommend the vaccine to prevent shingles, but as your case shows, the vaccine isn’t perfect. I agree that your PV and its treatment with hydroxyurea may have predisposed you to the complication of shingles you had, called postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). You are quite right that the pain can be extraordinarily severe.
I am glad you wrote because steroid injections are not a treatment that I have written about before. As you say, not all trials found a benefit, but the largest trial found that intrathecal injections (which are similar to epidural injections but are found to be more effective in a small trial) led to excellent or good pain relief in 90% of people with intractable PHN, compared to 4% in people who didn’t receive treatment.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 50-year-old man. When I was at the pharmacy recently, they said I could get a vaccine for pneumonia. Is this something I should do? -- S.I.
ANSWER: The pneumonia vaccine at age 50 is a new recommendation by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The risk for developing severe pneumonia from the bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae starts to increase at age 50 and becomes much higher after 65. The new vaccines (PCV20 and PCV21 under the brand name Prevnar) have long-lasting protection for many strains of this bacterial species. If you haven’t had this vaccine and are over 50, you should consider it during your next visit. (It’s OK to get the vaccine at the same time as the flu or COVID vaccines.)
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.
e bond resolution published herewith was adopted on January 7, 2025 and the validity of the obligations authorized by such bond resolution may be herea er contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Brockport Central School District is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days a er the date of publication of this notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.
Debra Moyer District Clerk
Brockport Central School District, New York
BOND RESOLUTION DATED JANUARY 7, 2025 OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE BROCKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT AUTHORIZING GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS TO FINANCE CERTAIN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS CONSISTING OF ADDITION TO THE HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING, AND IMPROVEMENTS TO, AND RECONSTRUCTION OF, VARIOUS SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN CONTEMPLATION THEREOF, THE LEVY OF TAXES IN ANNUAL INSTALLMENTS IN PAYMENT THEREOF, THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH SUMS FOR SUCH PURPOSE, AND DETERMINING OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
WHEREAS, the qualified voters of the Brockport Central School District, New York, at special meeting of such voters duly held on December 10, 2024, duly approved a proposition authorizing the levy of taxes to be collected in installments, in the manner provided by the Education Law, for the class of objects or purposes hereina er described; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education, acting as lead agency under the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the applicable regulations promulgated thereunder (“SEQRA”), has completed its environmental review and, on October 15, 2024, has duly adopted a negative declaration and has determined that the implementation of the unlisted action as proposed will
not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of all of the members of such Board of Education, as follows:
Section 1. e Brockport Central School District shall undertake certain capital improvements to the School District’s existing school buildings and facilities, as more particularly described in Section 3 hereof, and as generally outlined to and considered by the voters of the School District at a special voter meeting on December 10, 2024.
Section 2. e Brockport Central School District is hereby authorized to issue its General Obligation Serial Bonds in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $49,280,000, pursuant to the Local Finance Law of New York, in order to finance the class of objects or purposes described herein, and such amount is hereby appropriated therefor.
Section 3. e class of objects or purposes to be financed pursuant to this resolution (hereina er referred to as “purpose”) is certain capital improvements consisting of addition to the High School Building, and improvements to, and reconstruction of, various school buildings and facilities within the School District (each such building being a class “A” (fireproof and certain fire resistant) building as defined in Subdivision 11 of Paragraph a of Section 11.00 of said Local Finance Law), site and athletic field improvements, and the acquisition of certain original furnishings, equipment, and apparatus and other incidental improvements required in connection therewith for such construction and school use.
Section 4. It is hereby determined and declared that (a) the aggregate maximum cost of said purpose, as estimated by the Board of Education, is $65,980,000; and (b) the Brockport Central School District’s plan to finance the cost of said purpose is (i) to provide $16,700,000 from existing capital reserve funds for such costs; and (ii) to provide up to $49,280,000 from funds raised by the issuance of said Bonds and the Bond Anticipation Notes hereina er referred to; and (c) no money has heretofore been authorized to be applied to the payment of the cost of said purpose.
Section 5. It is hereby determined that the purpose is one of the class of objects or purposes described in Subdivision 97 of Paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, and that the period of probable usefulness of said purpose is thirty (30) years.
Section 6. e Brockport Central School District is hereby authorized to issue its Bond Anticipation Notes in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $49,280,000, and is hereby authorized to issue renewals thereof, pursuant to the Local Finance Law of New York in order to finance the purpose in anticipation of the issuance of the above described Bonds.
Section 7. It is hereby determined and declared that (a) there are presently no outstanding Bond Anticipation Notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said Bonds, (b) the Bond Anticipation Notes authorized hereby shall mature within one year of the date of issuance thereof or such longer term as may be desired in accordance with the provisions of the Local Finance Law, (c) the Bond Anticipation Notes authorized hereby are not issued in anticipation for Bonds for an assessable improvement, and (d) current funds will be provided prior to the issuance of the Bonds or Bond Anticipation Notes herein authorized, to the extent, if any, required by Section 107.00 of the Local Finance Law.
Section 8. It is hereby determined and declared that the Brockport Central School District reasonably expects to reimburse the general fund, or such other fund as may be utilized, not to exceed the maximum amount authorized herein, from the proceeds of the obligations authorized hereby for expenditures, if any, from such fund that may be made for the purpose prior to the date of issuance of such obligations. is is a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation §1.150-2.
Section 9. e faith and credit of the Brockport Central School District, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such obligations becoming due and payable in such year. ere shall annually be levied on all taxable real property of said School District, a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such obligations as the same become due and payable.
Section 10. e power to further authorize the sale and issuance of said Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes and to prescribe the terms, form and contents of said
Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes, subject to the provisions of this resolution and the Local Finance Law of New York, including without limitation, the authority to determine whether to accept bids electronically to the extent allowed by the Local Finance Law, the consolidation with other issues, the determination to issue Bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, all contracts for, and determinations with respect to credit or liquidity enhancements, if any, and to sell, issue and deliver said Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes, subject to the provisions of this resolution and Local Finance Law, is hereby delegated to the President of the Board of Education or to the Vice President of the Board in the event of the absence or unavailability of the President. e President of the Board of Education, Vice President and the District Clerk are hereby authorized to sign by manual or facsimile signature any Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes issued pursuant to this resolution, and are hereby authorized to affix to such Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes the corporate seal of the School District and to attest the same. e President of the Board of Education is additionally authorized (but not required) to execute and deliver a financing agreement with the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York and any other agreements and documents necessary to accomplish a financing, all as may be determined in the discretion of the President of the Board of Education.
Section 11. is resolution, or a summary hereof, shall be published in full by the District Clerk of the School District together with a notice in substantially the form prescribed by Section 81.00 of said Local Finance Law, and such publication shall be in each official newspaper of the School District. e validity of said Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said Bonds may be contested only if such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said School District is not authorized to expend money, or the provisions of law which should be complied with, at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity, is commenced within twenty (20) days a er the date of such publication; or if said obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.
Section 12. is resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Here’s A Tip
BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson
* Toothpaste works well as a silver polish. Wet your silver, plop a little non-gel toothpaste on it and rub gently with a damp, clean rag. Rinse well with a separate rag, and buff dry. en just step back and let it shine.
* If you’ve ever oversalted soup, don’t worry; here’s a great tip to recover your meal. Just cut a single potato into several large slices. Add them to the soup, and they will soak up the extra salt. Remove before serving.
* S.W. of South Carolina has this tip to share: “If you can’t seem to keep track of your keys, make an extra set for those mornings when you are running late and can’t spare the time to look for them. It has saved me a lot of stress, for sure.”
Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
COLOGNE: L’Homme Suave by Capucci, 100 mil. half full bottle. Dior Sauvage clone/copycat. Penfield. jeff21973@gmail.com
COLOGNE: Imperia by Rayhaan, 100 mil. bottle, 90% full. Creed Aventus clone/copycat. Penfield. jeff21973@gmail.com
HEATING OIL. Siphon or take tank. About 100 gallons. Livonia. 585-346-5898
20, one dozen CARDBOARD EGG CARTONS, 60+ TOILET PAPER ROLLS - great for crafts or seed starting, 20+ VHS MOVIES. Penfield. 585-736-2749
Approx. 25 bags and pails of CHESTNUT COAL. Wayland. 585-278-4119
Two bags of GREETING CARDS. Large assortment. Avon. 585-226-3073
Collection of CATHOLIC CHURCH HISTORY from 1869 taken off of microfilm from churches in Avon, Honeoye, Honeoye Falls, and Lima. 585-229-2186
ROOFING MATERIALS - two 2’ x 8’ OSB sheathing, gutter guards, 8 coiled nails for nail gun 8 gauge, full roll underlayment and partial. Canandaigua. wfwincdga@aol.com
OAK DINING ROOM TABLE in good condition. 585-381-6546
1990s COMPUTER MONITOR and an older TYPEWRITER, manual or electric, in good working condition. 585-200-0667 leave message
Set of DUMBBELLS - anywhere between 12lbs-15lbs. 585-455-4923
RELIABLE VEHICLE to get back and forth to work. 585-213-0181
Working JEWELRY MAKING KILN, kiln and jewelry making accessories. susan5257@yahoo.com
FLAT ROCK for edging. jzornow001@gmail.com
DIRT BIKE or ATV, gas powered. Running or not. Call or Text Matt 315-576-1278
MODELS - Built/Unbuilt Aviation, Autos & Trucks, Military, Ships, Etc. Plastic, Wood, Metal. Parts and Pieces are okay. 585-314-6989
WEBER GRILLS - Propane or Charcoal. Call or Text Matt 315-576-1278
HOME CB Radio or HANDHELD that will work inside the home. rainbowroseroom@gmail.com
Cooperstown Dreams Field TRADING PINS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
OLD COMPUTER, STEREO EQUIPMENT and CAMERAS. ‘80s and ‘90s Apple and other brands amp speakers. 585-883-5334
SHED in good condition. Will pick up! 585-301-1247
METAL OFFICE CHAIR, TWIN SHEET SETS and a pair of MEN’S WINTER BOOTS, size 8/9. 585-415-8513
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Meet Maximus
Max absolutely loves the snow and would stay out in it for hours if we didn’t make him come in! He is truly in his element.
PAW’S CORNER
By Sam Marzotta
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My parents at Christmas said I’m finally old enough to have a kitten! We are going to the local Humane Society this weekend to adopt one. What suggestions do you have so that I train the kitten right?
-- William in Manassas, Virginia
DEAR WILLIAM: Grab a book on cat care at the local bookstore or library and read it cover to cover. While cats are considered to be easier to care for than dogs, they still need to be properly house-trained and given a routine (which helps immensely with reducing anxiety-related behaviors, too).
IT PAYS TO USE CRATES WHEN TRAINING PUPPIES
Many dog owners, particularly those who have never before had a dog, may hesitate to employ crates to train their puppies. That’s understandable, as on the surface it can seem cruel or inhumane to confine a living animal to a cage. However, the AKC notes that dogs are den animals that naturally seek out canine caves for security. That’s true whether dog owners provide crates for their puppies or not. So while humans may see crates as cruel, dogs very likely view their crates as secure places where they can go if they get scared or feel skittish. In fact, according to the AKC, dogs’ perception of crates is one reason why dog owners typically find it relatively easy to get their dogs to adjust to crates and ultimately enjoy them.
I’m sure you’ve already stocked up on kitten food, though it’s a good idea not to buy too much to begin with. You’ll want to try a few different brands and types of food -- dry, wet or fresh -- to see what the kitten likes and how well he responds to each. When you pick up your new kitten, talk to the shelter staff to learn about any particular behaviors the kitten has, any health issues that need monitoring, and any advice they have for getting him or her settled in. Cats being prepared for adoption are sometimes fostered out to make sure they can live easily with humans and to observe them for any health or behavioral issues that need to be ironed out before they’re ready to go to a forever family. e shelter will have that information for you so that there are no surprises (like territorial peeing).
Congratulations, and best of luck! Sounds like you will soon have a new friend in the household.
Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.
2024 Pet of the Year
Chicken & Biscuit DINNER
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 • 4:00-6:00pm
$12/person • Veterans $6/person
(Patrons are welcome to stay and dine-in)
Brockport Area Veterans Club, 222 West Ave., Brockport (585) 637-5012
Hosted by American Legion Auxiliary #379
(Proceeds to benefit the support of the Brockport Area Veterans Club)
With wildfires devastating tens of thousands of acres, tornados ripping apart the Midwest each year, tsunamis washing away oceanside cities, Western NYers may feel fortunate to “only” deal with snow and ice. However, emergency preparedness is crucial no matter where we live. Are you ready for an emergency evacuation?
• I have an emergency kit ready at home
• My family has an evacuation plan
• I receive alerts for severe weather/ emergencies
• I feel somewhat prepared but could improve
• I am not prepared
Poll ends 01-21-2025
Poll ended 01-14-2025
With the end of 2024, many research institutions across the US and the world have made predictions about the state of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics in the new year. Whether or not it happens this year, as some predict, overall, do you think AI will become smarter than humans?
45% Yes
45% No
10% Unsure
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MAKE THE YEAR AHEAD CLUTTER-FREE
Scan important documents and save them on a computer. Some documents cannot be discarded, but that does not mean they have to be stored in bulky file cabinets or desk drawers. Scan important documents such as medical receipts or tax returns and save them on your computer where they won’t take up any physical space. Purchase an external hard drive as a safety net where you can store backups of important documents in case a computer crashes and cannot be rebooted.
DID YOU KNOW?
In a survey of 3,500 working professionals, Allied Van Lines found that 17 percent had relocated for a job. Roughly 50 percent of those who relocated did so for career advancement and/or more money, while 8 percent moved to be closer to family or for other relationship reasons. Moving is often characterized as stressful, and 31 percent of survey respondents who moved indicated that finding a home was the most challenging part of relocating for a job. Acclimating to a new community (29 percent), finding services such as utilities and medical care (13 percent) and making friends (12 percent) were also cited as some of the most challenging parts of relocating for a job. As difficult as relocating can be, 64 percent of those who had relocated expressed positive sentiments toward their job relocation, while just 7.5 percent harbored negative feelings about relocating (28 percent were neutral).
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.
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