This is the feast-time of the year When hearts grow warm and home more dear; When Autumn’s crimson torch expires To flash again in winter fires; And they who tracked October’s flight
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Through woods with gorgeous hues bedight, In charmèd circle sit and praise The goodly log’s triumphant blaze. ~Harriet McEwen Kimball (1834–1917), “The Feast-Time of the Year,” c.1880 A LOOK AT THE OLDEST HALLOWEEN TRADITION
Bobbing for apples: Bobbing for apples is not quite as popular as it once was, as more people have become concerned about spreading germs. During the Roman festival for Pomona, which occurred around November 1, Pomona, the goddess of fruit and orchards, was celebrated. Romans believed the first person to catch a bobbing apple with his or her teeth would be the first to marry. It also was believed apple peels contained the secrets to true love.
(located at 222 West Avenue) will hold their Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Monday, November 11, at 11AM. at evening, the American Legion Auxiliary #379 is hosting a anksgiving Dinner in honor of our Veterans from 5-7 PM Veterans are free. Non-Veterans $12. To reserve your dinner, please call (585) 637-5012 by Friday, November 8.
USING LEFTOVER HALLOWEEN CANDY
Parents can store extra candy to use as rewards for good behavior. Many parents use sweet treats as rewards for children learning to potty train. Rewarding older children for a job well done cleaning up their rooms or as a special treat for scoring a good grade on a test also can be a way to put the candy to good use.
WHEN CAN KIDS TRICK-OR-TREAT WITHOUT AN ADULT?
Check in about the game plan. When children get older, trick-or-treating may be less about grabbing candy and more about spending time with friends, potentially causing mischief. Parents should recognize that kids left to their own devices may be more inclined to act foolishly. It helps to have an idea of what the group of kids will be doing when they go trick-or-treating and how long they plan to be out.
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[Local Road]
We just moved to [local town] and live on [local road]. At one end of the road the speed limit is 45 and at the other end it is 30. No other speed limit is posted. Cars go by our house 55 +++. We have farm tractors/joggers/bikers/horses going by all day. It should be 45 all the way til the village line. I emailed the town highway about speed limits about 3 months ago. Maybe they are way to busy to read it. Also there are many deer in the area
There is nothing quite like fall in upstate New York. We recently had visitors from out of state and they could not get over the beautiful foliage all around the area. Whether it’s the Finger Lakes, Letchworth State Park or just 75 degree sunny days in mid October, sometimes we take our surroundings for granted and it takes visitors to remind us just how lucky we are.
Freedom on display
Driving down local streets and seeing neighbors displaying their choice of political sign demonstrates what a great country we live in. We can voice our opinions and coexist with a neighbor who may have differing views. I’m thankful for a democracy that encourages open dialogue, mutual respect, and allows diversity of opinions.
machines
I recently spent a couple of days at [local casino] and was shocked and appalled that almost all the slot machines had racist imagery, specifically seeming to be aimed at Asian cultures. They feature caricatures of Japanese women and other offensive stereotypes like dragons. I was wondering if there would be interest locally in helping eradicate these awful slot machines. I love to gamble and this just puts a damper on the whole thing.
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SIGHTS
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FESTIVALS
Corn Mazes - Fall festivals set up adjacent to or on farms may have corn mazes for the kids.These mazes may be kept up throughout October and repurposed into haunted mazes for older kids looking to get a scare for Halloween.
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PAW’S CORNER
By Sam Marzotta
WHY IS MY CAT SCRATCHING SO MUCH?
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I noticed that my long-haired cat, Charlie, is scratching many times per day. He also is shedding more than usual -- mostly undercoat, rather than hair. What’s going on? I can’t see any evidence of fleas on his coat or skin. -- Dan in Colorado Springs
DEAR DAN: Fleas are o en the first thing we think of when a cat starts scratching incessantly, but other conditions could be causing skin irritation. And it may be hard to see lesions or hot spots, especially in long-haired cats. Charlie’s undercoat is coming out because he’s really scratching those spots.
e best thing to do is take Charlie to the veterinarian. Some itching issues have an external cause and can be eased pretty quickly. But some chronic conditions and diseases have itching as one symptom, and only your vet can diagnose these.
Make sure to tell the veterinarian where exactly Charlie is scratching the most. e vet, with an assistant holding Charlie still, will check these areas more closely for broken skin, lesions, rash and evidence of fleas. ey’ll also take skin scrapings and fur samples to see if mites are to blame or if there’s a bacterial or yeast infection. Blood samples should be taken to test for underlying medical conditions and/or specific allergies. ey may send you home with specimen kits to collect urine and poop and bring them in for analysis, too.
e vet will advise you on whether to use a prescription or over-thecounter medication to ease Charlie’s itching. When the tests come back (some may be same-day, others may need to go to a lab), they’ll know the best treatment path to take.
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HOW TO FIND A CAR THAT FITS YOUR BUDGET
Choose a different vehicle class - Tyson Jominy, Vice President of Data and Analytics at J.D. Power, says vehicle inventory in November 2021 reached record lows. Although there has been some improvement in 2022, consumers may still have to make some concessions if they need a vehicle promptly. SUVs and pick-up trucks have been some of the hardest inventory to find. Considering a sedan or even a compact car may be the only way to get a new car quickly.
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PREPARE VEHICLES FOR HARSH WEATHER
According to the automotive retailer Pep Boys, vehicle tires lose a pound of air pressure for every 10-degree drop in temperature. Many modern cars will alert to changes in air pressure, and drivers should be diligent in maintaining the proper tire pressure. Fuel economy as well as handling ability can decline when tires are not inflated properly. Tires can be refilled at many gas stations for little cost.
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areindigenous to the Western Hemisphere. As Frenchman Jacques Cartier explored the St. Lawrence region of North America in the 1500s, he melons.” The name was translated into English
Not only are they one of the best-known sources of beta-carotene (an antioxidant converted to vitamin potassium, and vitamin C.
Help your parent make a pumpkin recipe whether it’s a pie, bread, cookie, scone, soup or smoothie! Carve a pumpkin! Think of your favorite cartoon character, slogan, or image and have fun carving it into a pumpkin. Pumpkin Activities
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Step Back in Time with the Friendly Allegiance Spirits
BY SUZIE WELLS
Near the Mt Morris entrance to Letchworth State Park sits Allegiance Bed & Breakfast, which looks at first like any beautiful B&B in the area, offering peaceful, comfortable accommodations and delicious breakfast within the stunning Greek-revival-style mansion. However, this historic inn also has a paranormal side, offering visitors the chance to encounter a cast of “friendly ghosts” who seem just as comfortable as any mortal guest.
Allegiance Bed & Breakfast was built on Main Street in 1838 by the Wisner family (who some say still reside there), and its history is steeped in happiness and hospitality. e home served as a stop on the Underground Railroad, adding a layer of history that resonates within its walls today. e property is named a er Francis Bellamy, the author of our nation’s Pledge of Allegiance, who hailed from Mt. Morris. ough the house has seen many occupants, it’s the spirits of past residents who’ve become its most famous.
on the front lawn. According to one report, Reuben shared that the statue reminded him of a horse from his living years.
Guests of the Allegiance Bed & Breakfast o en come for the history and stay for the paranormal. As noted by ExploreGeneseeValley. com, hauntings are “marked by happiness, fortune, and family life,” a sentiment reflected by the positive energy felt by many visitors. Some of the most adorable hauntings involve animals. Several guests have felt the sensation of a cat curled up at the foot of their beds, a friendly phantom believed to be Sammy, a beloved house cat buried on the property. Others have reported hearing dogs bark and spotting an orange cat roaming the grounds, even though no living pets currently reside at the inn.
Sightings of an unidentified teenage girl dressed in servants’ clothing have been reported, sometimes accompanied by a playful child spirit who enjoys running through the halls. ough their identities remain a mystery, they add to the whimsical charm of the inn’s spectral cast. Visitors may also encounter Alice Montclair, a ghost known for eagerly introducing herself to anyone who spots her.
Allegiance B&B at Night - Credit Allegiance FB
e ghosts at Allegiance are not just lingering apparitions but are known by name. Karen, said to be the granddaughter of the original owner, Reuben Wisner, is a frequent presence. As one source describes, she is “a gray-haired, solid apparition that likes to sit on the stairs or watch guests from the corners of their rooms.” She is o en spotted in quiet moments, observing from afar with a calm, watchful demeanor. Visitors have claimed that Karen and her good friend, Raymond, an elderly man, like to play catch with the hotel’s decor.” Raymond has been seen in the library, reading and chatting with guests. ese two spirits are so well-known that their voices were allegedly captured on tape during an investigation by Paranormal State
But Karen and Raymond aren’t the only ethereal residents. e mansion also harbors the spirits of Reuben Wisner and his two wives, Sarah and Ellen. A medium once claimed that Sarah, Reuben’s first wife, has not forgiven him for remarrying only a year a er her death. While Sarah’s jealousy occasionally flares up, Reuben seems to enjoy the modern touches in the home, particularly the white horse statue
Allegiance Bed & Breakfast also offers something special for paranormal enthusiasts – current owners, Steve and Glenda, are always willing to share their own ghostly encounters. ey regularly give tours and share stories about their experiences with the spirits that call their home... home. Steve and Glenda have heard footsteps when no one is around and music that seems to come from an untraceable source, making the inn a haven for those seeking both history and hauntings.
Visitors suggest the second floor of Allegiance as the most likely to see or hear the unexplained. e Wadsworth room, where the teenage girl seems most active, and the Dansville room, another ghostly hotspot, are among the best spots for paranormal encounters, but according to HauntedRooms, “no rooms are off-limits for these paranormal beings.”
For those interested in exploring the history and hauntings of Allegiance Bed & Breakfast more deeply, check out New York’s Haunted History Tours.
In the end, Allegiance Bed & Breakfast is a delightful gateway to the past, filled with friendly spirits who make sure guests always feel welcome. Whether it’s Karen watching from the stairs, Raymond chatting with visitors in the library, or Sammy the cat curling up at your feet, you’re never truly alone at Allegiance.
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Our admiration of the antique is not admiration of the old, but of the natural. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Two-Year-Old
Incision
Occasionally Secretes Fluid
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 69-year-old, very active male. My left Achilles tendon severed two years ago, but it was surgically repaired. I had an 8-inch incision that has totally healed, with the exception of one small area about the size of the lead of a pencil. It’s 3 inches above my heel. This small area would close up for a few days, then reopen with small amounts of off-white fluid oozing from the little hole.
Sometimes I apply Iodosorb, which keeps the area dry for a while. But, for whatever reason, showers seem to make the incision release fluid. I apply a bandage over the wound for most sporting or exercise events, just so that it doesn’t get rubbed by the top of my shoe. Is there any solution to this, or do I just have to live with it?
-- R.M.
More than three-and-a-quarter million women in our country are living in the aftermath of a breast cancer diagnosis. The National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program estimates that, in 2014, there were 3,327,552 women living in the United States who had a history of breast cancer.
Compiled by the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester
ANSWER: The Achilles tendon is a thick, tough piece of connective tissue between the calf muscles and the heel bone. It can rupture under extreme trauma (often sports injuries), in people who have weakness of the tendon, or due to treatment with antibiotics that are in the quinolone class, such as ciprofloxacin. When repairing the tendon, the surgeon uses sutures or wires to put it back together.
A residual wound defect is quite concerning to me. The foreign material in the tendon is at a high risk for infection. It’s possible that there is an infection, which led to a fistula (an abnormal connection) between the tendon.
I definitely recommend going back to see the surgeon. They may want to do further testing (possibly imaging) to see if there is any evidence of an infection in the repaired tendon.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med. cornell.edu.
HOT TUB, five person Caldera spa in good condition. Two covers. AS IS. You haul away. Canandaigua. Leave message 585-905-0109
Approximately 300 small GLASS GEMS, great for crafts. Variety of colors. 1wilcox.mj@gmail.com
Electrolux REFRIGERATOR - EWF01 water filter and EAFCBF air filter. Text only 585-415-3825
OUTDOOR TABLE with glass top, 40” x 60”, with six chairs. Henrietta. Smfiske@gmail.com
AUTO PUSH MOWER with small bagger. Not used many years but ran great. Some rust. Needs TLC. 585-697-4618
STANDING PHILCO TUBE RADIO 37” HIGH 25” WIDE 11“ DEEP FULLY INTACT MODEL 42-358. kbradstreet@rochester.rr.com
CONCRETE PAVERS. (4) 2” x 2”, (6) 2” x 3”. Rush area. Please text 585-414-9921
2025 WALL CALENDARS from animal rescue and wildlife organizations. They are beautiful! Call 585-359-0359
NEWSPAPERS. Good for fire starters, wrapping or even reading. Clean bundles and box full. sohill15@gmail.com
OAK FRAME QUEEN SIZE FUTON. New black mattress. 585-266-3198
HOLY BIBLE New International Version. Side page tabs for each book. Excellent condition. 585-742-3687
Large three-person gray COUCH w/electronic extending seats at both ends. Heavy. 585-831-6040
CAT TREE, RATTAN CAT SCRATCHER, SOFT CARRIER and more. 585359-3998
HP PRINTER INK - cartridge #67 black & tricolor and black & tricolor 910XL. 585-314-7308
Play On TRAINING PADS for puppies. Standard size 21” x 21”. 585704-1030
Sky blue fabric SOFA, ex. condition. White rectangular DINING ROOM TABLE, 30” x 48”, very good condition. Second floor apartment. Pick up Honeoye Falls. Buch4999@gmail.com
2-PERSON BED, needs assembling, but only used once. Excellent condition. A van or truck needed to remove. 585-624-7998
Older Troy Bilt ROTOTILLER, runs but needs clutch replaced. Text only 585-698-5645
Sturdy DOG HOUSE with shingled roof. 52” L x 34” W x 45” H. 585301-6088
Huge pile of BLACK WALNUTS. tamilynn38@aim.com
Guidelines:
A small HARD-SHELL CAMPER needed. Call Bill 585-396-7381 or email bhaizlip@rochester.rr.com
Clean, used BLANKETS, MATTRESS PADS, BATTING. No fabric needed. jhblank68@gmail.com
WHITE CHRISTMAS TREE, any size. Conesus Lake area. 585-7309292
GRASS CATCHER for behind lawnmower. 585-762-9245
ALUMINUM CAP for an 8’ truck bed. Does not have to look pretty. Waterproof a plus. 585-208-9784
WOODEN DINING ROOM TABLE- sturdy and strong. 585-381-6546
MODELS* Built or Unbuilt. Automotive, Military, Aviation, Ships, etc. Parts and pieces ok. 585-314-6989
TREE HAMMOCK or one on a stand. 585-443-9974
COMIC BOOKS, any & all. Will pick up any amount, any condition. Call/text 585-260-0437
SLINKY, RUBIX CUBE, HULA HOOP, HOT WHEELS, BEANIE BABIES, SMURFS, COAT TREE, STATE TRAYS, and a CROCHET SET. 585-5078788
HEARING AIDS, CD PLAYER, SMALL APPLIANCES, secretary DESK, area RUGS, PLANTS, LOCKING FILING CABINETS, BOOKCASE, STEP STOOL, TV, small CHAIR. 585-424-0732
HOSPITAL BED DESK, TABLE or SMALL DESK. 585-507-8788
Boxes/bags of COSTUME JEWELRY, hand SEGA GENESIS SYSTEM with games, fold up CANE, COMPUTER CHAIR. Call 585-415-8513
Cooperstown Dreams Field TRADING PINS & POKÉMON CARDS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
Unwanted BOOKS! New Age, Children’s, Educational and/or Horror Fiction! 585-729-1259
TREE HOUSE. 585-734-7971
ADULT SCOOTER and Buffalo Sabres hockey team QUEEN BED SHEETS. Jacklynn12370@aol.com
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Here’s A Tip
BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson
* Medication labels can fade, so when you get yours, put a piece of clear tape over the instructions. is way, you’ll always be able to read the instructions.
* “During the holidays (the height of baking season for me), I keep a large plastic saltshaker filled with flour and a bit of dry rice. e rice helps the flour to shake out without getting clumped up, and I use it to dust cake pans, rolling pins, kneading boards, etc.” -- W.F. in Canada
* “One of the household cleaners I prefer comes in a spray bottle, and it’s on the expensive side. I make sure to get all of the liquid out by adding some regular glass marbles to the bottle. It displaces the liquid up, ensuring it finds the bottom of the sprayer’s suction tube.”
-- T.H. in
Mississippi
Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
“Oak trees come out of acorns, no matter how unlikely that seems. An acorn is just a tree’s way back into the ground. For another try. Another trip through. One life for another.” - Shirley Ann Grau
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Updating Your Home’s Electrical System
When it comes time to update the electrical system, it is always best to work with licensed and bonded electricians who have the expertise to work with electrical wiring without getting injured. This is not a do-it-yourself type of job since it requires specialized training.
Electricians likely will recommend upgrading the electrical panel to bring more power from the utility poles into the home. This can include replacing the existing meter and circuit breaker box to allow it to handle more power or replacing items that are obsolete or dangerous.
Many older homes are only capable of handling a minimum number of amps, utilizing just a few circuits. But nowadays, when homeowners have far more electronics in their homes than they once did, increased demand on electricity can overload a circuit. Tripping a circuit breaker is a safety measure to prevent the wire from becoming overheated and causing a fire. However, in some old systems, the circuit breaker will not trip, and this can be problematic.
Rewiring a home is another step. Wire insulation can deteriorate over time, and new wires may be needed. This can be messy and time-consuming, but it’s a small price to pay for safety. When rewiring an electrician also may suggest new outlets. Many home building codes now require outlets with ground fault interruptors, or GFIs, in kitchens, bathrooms and other rooms exposed to moisture. Some older homes may not even have three-pronged outlets, so this will necessitate an update as well.
HOME ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS
The PathStone Weatherization Assistance Program is available for income-eligible households in Monroe County located outside of the city limits. Reduce energy costs and improve the safety of your home through energy efficiency measures inowned or rented property. Contact Us Today! 442.2030 ext.752 www.pathstoneenergyinfo.org
By Fifi Rodriguez
Funded by: NYS Homes and Community Renewal
HEAP Recipients Automatically Eligible Income guidelines are:
Family of 1: $36,420
1. U.S. STATES: Which is the least populated state?
2. TELEVISION: Which character on “The Office” has a heart attack during a fire drill?
3. HISTORY: Why is Delaware’s nickname The Diamond State?
Family of 2: $47,640
Family of 3: $58,848
Family of 4: $70,056
4. LITERATURE: Which children’s book features the characters Tweedledee and Tweedledum?
5. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of The Bahamas?
6. MOVIES: What is the name of the villain in “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre”?
7. SCIENCE: Which unit measures food energy?
8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of swimming ducks called?
9. MUSIC: Where does the pop group name The Bee Gees come from?
the Looking-Glass.”
Jefferson said it was a “jewel” among states because of its strategic location.
10. PSYCHOLOGY: What irrational fear is represented in the condition called globophobia? Answers 1. Wyoming. 2. Stanley. 3.
Thomas
4. “Through
5. Nassau. 6. Leatherface.
7. The calorie.
8. A raft or a paddling.
9. The Brothers Gibb.
10. Fear of balloons.
TYPES OF FIREPITS FOR YOUR BACKYARD OASIS
Wood firepit: As their name suggests, wood firepits burn wood, which may appeal to homeowners who already have wood-burning fireplaces inside their homes. Because they don’t require homeowners to tap into gas lines, wood firepits are generally easy to set up and install, and many homeowners prefer the aesthetic appeal of crackling wood and flames that’s synonymous with wood firepits.
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that Mengel Metzger Barr, Certified Public Accountant, has completed an examination of the Brockport Central School District Basic Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2024.
e report of such examination has been filed in my office where it is a public record available for inspection by all interested persons during normal business hours.
Debra Moyer School District Clerk
October 18, 2024
DID YOU KNOW?
When nurses go to work each day, many report to hospitals while others work at private practices. For others, a day at the office takes place at research labs. According to the online nursing resource Nurse.org, research nurses develop and implement studies to investigate and provide information on new medications, vaccinations and medical procedures. Research nurses, sometimes referred to as clinical nurse researchers or nurse researchers, typically have advanced degrees, and many first work as research assistants, clinical data collectors and/or clinical research monitors to gain some practical experience as they pursue or consider pursuing their degrees. Some research nurses even conduct independent research, though Nurse.org notes that such professionals need advanced degrees such as an MSN or Ph.D. to pursue such a path. More information about becoming a research nurse can be found at www.Nurse.org.
Each mumbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
“Born from the collision of rhythm & blues, country, and gospel, rock & roll is a spirit that is inclusive and ever-changing.” Each year, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recognizes a handful of musicians and bands with at least 25 years since their first commercial recording. Which of the 2024 inductees is your favorite?
- Mary J Blige
- Cher
- Dave Matthews Band
- Foreigner
- Peter Frampton
- Kool & The Gang
- Ozzy Osbourne
- A Tribe Called Quest
Poll ends 10-29-2024
Poll ended 10-22-2024
Since 1990, November has been designated National American Indian Heritage Month, to recognize and celebrate the culture, traditions, languages, stories, and achievements of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated island communities. Our own local Ganondagan in Victor is the only NYS Historical site dedicated to Native Americans, particularly the Seneca and the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) people who lived here. Have you been to this historical site?
16.7% I walk the peaceful trails
33.3% I have toured the facilities
5.6% I attend their special events and activities
44.4% I haven’t been yet, but would like to
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It is a delightful pastime to sit in the pleasant sunshine of autumn, and gazing from this littlespotoffreeearthoversuch a landscape, let the imagination luxuriate amid the thrilling associationsofthescene!
~H.T. Tuckerman, “San Marino”
Christmas at Clarissa’s OPEN HOUSE
Fri.-Sun. 11/1, 11/2 & 11/3 (11am-4pm)
Clarissa’s Country Cupboard
5839 Merrill Rd., Byron • (585) 409-1374
Holiday Hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11am-4pm
V unte s NEEDED
• - Patrick Place-A Comfort Care Home: Patrick Place-A Comfort Care Home in Scottsville is looking for additional volunteers, Resident Care and other opportunities. No experience necessary, all training provided. Go to https://patrickplace.org/volunteer for info and application.
DID YOU KNOW?
Modern cars are technological marvels, and it turns out drivers may value tech over all else, including their choice of automaker. A 2017 study from Autotrader asked 1,000 participants an assortment of questions about technology and car buying. Roughly 60 percent of millennial car shoppers and more than 40 percent of baby boomers indicated they would switch vehicle brands just to get the technology features they want. Drivers are even willing to pay extra for their preferred tech. The Autotrader study found that the average shopper would pay an extra $2,276 to get the right tech features.
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Fair Housing Enforcement Project Monroe County Legal Assistance Center 1 W. Main Street Rochester, NY 14614 (585) 325-2500 • www.lawny.org
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
Mon. - Sat. 9am-5pm & Sun. 1-5pm; CLOSED TUESDAYS
• - Webster Association of Senior Program Supporters: Volunteer drivers will drive Webster School District Residents, seniors and disabled, to their medical, dental, physical therapy, health related appointments anywhere in Monroe County. A great Webster service for those who are no longer able to drive themselves. Email websterwasp@gmail.com.
• - Serenity House of Victor: We are a two-bed comfort care home needing caregiver, grounds, or fundraising volunteers. Free 2 hour weekly training Mondays, Wednesdays OR ursdays beginning 11/4. Share your most valuable gi - yourself! Come join our team. Email serenityhousevictor@gmail.com or call 585-729-7617.
• - Teresa House: Could you spare 4 hours twice a month? Teresa House, Livingston County’s only comfort care home, invites you to join our compassionate end-of-life care team. No experience necessary—hands-on training provided. Email nurse@teresahouse. org or visit teresahouse.org/volunteer to apply today!
• - Friends of the Red Jacket Community Center: RJCC is looking for volunteers to help plan, advertise and staff community events. Social media, grant searching/writing, and volunteers for our October Punkin Chunkin event especially desired. Make a difference today! Email: FriendsOfRJCC@gmail.com
• - Light Hill: A caring heart is all you need! Join our family in caring for those at a profound and beautiful time in life. Flexible shi s. Training & support provided. Email: marie@lighthillhome.org
• - Livonia Volunteer Fire Department: Come join us in helping our community and its citizens in what may be the worst day of their life during a fire, accident or many other emergencies. Contact Dave Peck at 585-519-2360 for more info.
• - Hospeace House, Inc.: Do you have 4 hours a month to volunteer? Our Comfort Care Home is located in Naples, NY. We are looking for folks that enjoy helping others. Volunteer hours are 4 hour shi s. Reach out to visit us at our home. Email: kathymincer@ hospeacehouse.org
Just after the death of the flowers, And before they are buried in snow,
There comes a festival season, When nature is all aglow— Aglow with a mystical spendour That rivals the brightness of spring,
Aglow with a beauty more tender Than aught which fair summer could bring....
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• - Crossroads House: Genesee County’s only comfort care home. Please consider lending your time and talents to care for our two residents at end-of-life. Will train! Email: ashleymanuel@ crossroadshouse.com
• - Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County: Share your love of learning! Become a Tutor to help an adult with reading, English Language, or math. Join us for our next Volunteer Orientation. Contact Heidi at heidi.barnes@lvwayne.org to sign up.
• - Finger Lakes Treasure Trove ri Store: Sort donated clothing, footwear, and linens. Straighten, clean, vacuum, and genuinely welcome all who enter. Email: Fltreasuretrove@gmail.com
Charitable Organizations and Nonprofits can submit requests at gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share With Us.’ Published online and in print of the last week of the month as space permits. See more volunteer opportunities at gvpennysaver.com.
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF BROCKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting of the qualified voters of the Brockport Central School District shall be held at the Technology and Training Center, 40 Allen Street, Building 800 in said District, on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. e following proposition will be submitted for voter approval at said meeting:
PROPOSITION
Shall the following resolution be adopted to wit:
Resolved that the Board of Education of the Brockport Central School District is hereby authorized to undertake certain capital improvements consisting of addition to the High School Building, and improvements to, and reconstruction of, various school buildings and facilities, 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, all at an estimated maximum aggregate cost of $65,980,000; and to appropriate and expend from existing capital reserve funds $16,700,000 for such costs, and that the balance of such cost, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the levy of a tax to be collected in annual installments, with such tax to be offset by state aid available therefor; and, in anticipation of such tax, debt obligations of the school district as may be necessary not to exceed $49,280,000 shall be issued.
e School District, 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 issued a negative declaration and has determined that the implementation of the unlisted action as proposed will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts.
AND NOTICE IS GIVEN that qualified military voters may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application from the District Clerk at (585) 637-1810 or debbie.moyer@bcs1.org. For a military voter to be issued a military ballot, the District Clerk must have received a valid ballot application no later than 5:00 PM on November 14, 2024. In a request for a military ballot application or ballot, the military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the application or ballot by mail, facsimile transmission, or email.
AND NOTICE IS GIVEN that applications for early mail and absentee ballots shall be obtainable during school business hours from the District Clerk; completed applications must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the vote and election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the vote and election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Early mail and absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk at Clerk’s Office/ Business Office, District Office Building, 40 Allen Street, Building 100, Brockport, New York 14420 not later than 5:00 PM on December 10, 2024.
A list of persons to whom early mail, absentee and military ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and a er November 26, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays prior to the Election; and on December 10, 2024, the day set for the Election, said list will be posted at the polling place.
e District Clerk is authorized to amend or modify this notice to comply with applicable legal requirements.
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DID YOU KNOW?
According to the Lupus Foundation of America, 90 percent of people living with lupus are women. Most women who develop lupus do so between the ages of 15 and 44. Lupus is an autoimmune disease, which means that it causes the immune system to attack healthy cells and tissues by mistake.The LFA reports that one-third of lupus patients suffer from multiple autoimmune diseases.
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
Children who are born on Halloween are said to have the gift of second sight, which may also include the power to ward off evil spirits.
The main producers of apples in the United States include the states of Washington, New York, Michigan, California, Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Halloween Trunk ‘n’ Treat
Sunday, October 27
1 to 3pm (Family Friendly)
Brockport Area Veterans Club
Hosted by the Brockport Area Veterans Club and the American Legion family
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Ellen Howard October 5, 2024
Perry: Ellen Howard passed away peacefully on October 5, 2024 at the age of 74 with her family by her side. She was born on February 3, 1950, and was the beloved daughter of the late Neil and Leona Ferry MacQuarrie. She leaves behind her devoted daughters, Tammy Collings and Patty Harvey; her best friend, Diana Harkness; her brother, Jim MacQuarrie; grandchildren,Bradley Collings,Kayla Harvey,Troy Collings and Mikey Harvey; and great-grandchildren, Delanie Collings,Bradley P Collings,and Sophie Collings.A celebration of life will be held at the PerryVets Club on November 2nd at 2:00pm.
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EFFICIENCY AT WORK
People with multiple hobbies recognize there are many great ways to spend one’s time. But even people with plenty of ways to pass their time may find themselves wasting time each day, a phenomenon that seems to be growing.
In its 2014 “Wasting Time at Work” survey, Salary.com found that 89 percent of participants acknowledged wasting time at work each day. That marked a sharp increase from a year prior, when 69 percent of workers surveyed reported wasting time at work. Thirty-one percent of workers surveyed admitted wasting roughly 30 minutes per day, while another 31 percent estimated they waste around one hour each day. Perhaps the most surprising finding from the survey was that 4 percent of participants admitted they waste four or more hours, or at least half a typically eight-hour workday, at work each day. Some people might be wasting time out of sheer boredom, but many may be able to trace all those squandered minutes and hours to inefficiency. Part-time to Full-time Administrative Position for New Wave Gutters in Holley
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DID YOU KNOW?
Howhouseholdsearntheirincome haschangeddramaticallyoverthe last several decades. According to a Pew Research Centeral analysis of the Decennial Census andAmericanCommunitySurveys integrated Public Use Microdata Sample files, in 1960 only fathers worked in 70 percent of American households. That figure has dropped in each ensuing decade and by 2012 fathers were the sole earners in just 31 percent of American households. While one in four households in American were dual income households in 1960, by 2012 that figure had risen to 60 percent. While those figures represent dramatic changes, the number of households in which mothers are the sole earners has not changed all that much since 1960. In 1960, mothers were the sole earners in just 2 percent of American households. Fifty-two years later 6 percent of American households featured mothers as the sole earners.
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YARD WORK GONE ‘GREEN’
Autumn is an ideal time of year to get started on building a compost bin. Take advantage of the cooler temperatures to make outdoor work more comfortable.
