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I rescued Mae off the streets. She was actually my roommate’s original cat (long story). In actuality, she rescued me. I had my wife plus 4 other close friends and family pass away in a 5 month period. I raised 3 litters of her kittens and homed them. I kept one kitten, Layla. Keeping busy with them kept me sane. My main babe.
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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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A little shout out to the town of Caledonia for their beautiful light poles with giant snowflakes at the top; they are beautiful and make me smile every time I drive through! Along with that; the house in Caledonia with the giant tree lit up in the back yard is stunning. A great way to feel the spirit!
- Batavia, thank you for returning
Wake up, children of today. It's a really depressing time of year for us senior citizens. We are getting older. Sicknesses come, and so does bad weather. Do you care? You used to come visit on a weekly basis or call twice a week. Why don't you come see us now? You say "it's too far to drive, it's over an hour and a half away,” but you can travel to the mountains or go on a holiday cruise. As seniors, we see this as you don't care any more about Mom and Dad. Some day, you will care, but will that be too late? What's wrong with the world today? Remember, we are your family. Wake up - God Bless You - Senior Citizens, Your Parents
On Friday, December 13th, my wallet was lost at Walmart in Batavia, or I possibly left it at the cashier. When I got home, I realized it was not in my purse and panicked. My husband and I drove back to the store, and someone had turned it into the customer service counter. I asked if they knew who turned it in, but they did not know. I want whoever did this to know, I am sincerely grateful. I have had a very tough year. You have no idea how grateful I am to whoever did this and I wish I could thank you personally.
Unfortunately, today it seems many drivers look at driving as a game - swerving, jumping lights, going through stop signs - with no regard to the ramifications if someone is in their way. Vehicles are not toys. Recently I was rear-ended at a busy intersection going into work. I was told that the foot slipped off the brake. Luckily, I wasn't physically hurt. My family has had some very challenging times the past few months and things were finally getting better. The car I was driving is brand new - Less than 2 months before, our previous car had been totaled by a driver who left the scene. To be told by the driver that hit me the other morning that insurance is for when you make mistakes doesn't cut it. As my parents taught me, when you get into a car you are responsible for your life and other people's lives. Think about it.
• - 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
• - American Red Cross: Doing Good Does You Good - Blood Donor Ambassador. Greet blood donors, help them sign in and monitor their well-being a er they have donated. Allegany, Cayuga, Monroe, Ontario & Wayne Counties. Training provided. 585-690-4021 or RecruitWNY@redcross.org
• - Cheshire Volunteer Fire Dept: e Cheshire Fire Department is looking for dedicated individuals to be part of our team! Join the busiest volunteer fire department in Ontario County. Firefighters, EMTs, Boat Operators, Cold/Ice Water and Rope Rescue Techs plus support personnel needed. Training available. Email: CVFDTreasurer@CheshireVFD.com- Rush Recreation and Park Association: Help us plant and care for 50 acres of Native Trees, Bushes, Perennials on formerly farmed land as a demonstration of the beauty and utility of native plants in providing food and habitat for reduced numbers of birds and pollinators. Email: jchaize@ rochester.rr.com
• - 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.
• - 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.
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By Keith Roach, M.D.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a reasonably healthy 80-year-old man who is fortunate enough to have a partner of child-bearing age. She would like to bear us a child, but I am concerned about any potential problems with my old genes and any birth defects that might be caused by them. Please help us decide. -- R.B.
ANSWER: This is a question I usually hear from my patients when they are in their 60s or 70s. Eighty is quite old to be considering fathering a child. The first issue is that men get less fertile as we age. Older men are less likely to get their partners pregnant, and this difference is apparent by the age of 35. There are not good data for potential fathers in their 80s.
If you and your partner do have a successful pregnancy, there is an increased risk of deleterious genetic conditions and birth defects that are more likely in children who have older fathers. Down syndrome, which is normally associated with an advanced maternal age, is also more common among the offspring of older fathers.
Some heart conditions are more common. Epilepsy and schizophrenia are more common as well, as are autism spectrum disorders. Some cancer rates are increased. Babies are more likely to have a low birth weight, be born premature, and require the neonatal ICU.
However, the magnitude of the effect is modest. On average, 1 in 50 pregnancies with a father under the age of 30 will have one of the common health conditions that are studied in couples. With children who have a father over 50, the rate is 1 in 38. Even though the odds are that you would have a healthy child, the likelihood of a significant health issue for a man over 80 will be substantially more concerning. There just aren’t data for men as old as you are that can give us a reliable estimate.
Another issue to consider is whether you will be around to see your child grow up and be there as a father. The average 80-year-old man has a life expectancy of just under eight years. If you are substantially healthier than average, or if your parents lived for a very long time, this number could be better. But the average 80-year-old (assuming your partner has the child while you are still 80) is not likely to see their child reach their 10th birthday. The early death of a father has a negative impact on the physical and mental health of a child.
I conclude that there are significant risks in bringing a child into the world at your age.
DR. ROACH WRITES: I got my first dose of Shingrix in 2022 and forgot to get the second. Do I need to get two more doses now or just one? -- L.B.S.
ANSWER: According to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the vaccine series does not need to be restarted, and you can just take the second dose.
However, this type of delayed administration hasn’t been thoroughly tested. I’ve had patients come back several years after the first dose and elect to redo the whole series just to be sure.
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. © 2024 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved
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JoinMs.Aliciaforafunclassof singing,beat-keeping,dancing, andofcourse,musicalbooks!This freeclassisdesignedtogiveour youngestmusiclearnerstheopportunitytomakeandenjoymusic withage-appropriateactivities! However,oldersiblingscanalso findsomethingtoenjoy!*Registrationrequired.
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URMedicineMobileMammographyBreastCancerScreening eventisWednesday,January8th from9:30am-2:30pm.Call 1-844-870-0002oremail mammovan@urmc.rochester.edu toscheduleanappointment. FiberFriendsprogramisMonday, January13from3-5pm. ThemonthlyHomeschoolprogram isWednesday,January15at1pm. AneducatorfromtheRochester MuseumandScienceCenterwill doapresentationontheScientific Methodfollowedbyactivities. Registerforprogramsonline throughthelibrarycalendarat https://calendar.libraryweb.org/ calendar/Hamlin.Formoreinformation,call964-2320orvisitour websiteorFacebookpage.
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FirstDayHikeatHamlinBeach State Park- WednesdayJanuary 1st,2025,10amand1pm.CelebratetheNewYearintheoutdoors withyourfamilyandfriendsat HamlinBeachStatePark.Two guidedhikeswillbeofferedandled byHamlinBeach’sEnvironmental Educatorat10amand1pm.Meet atShelter1andyourFriendsof HamlinBeachStateParkwillwelcomeyouwithawarmfireanda hotbeverage.Allarewelcome. Note:therewillalsobeaguided hikeatLakesideStateParkat10 am,meetatthepicnicpavilionin theDayUseArea.
Siena College Research Institute surveys New Yorkers’ holiday favorites, trends, and traditions each year. 89% of New York State residents celebrate Christmas, 13% celebrate Hanukkah, 6% celebrate Kwanzaa, and 81% celebrate New Year’s Eve. Which of the following end of year traditions and intentions will you include in your year-end plans?
- Donate money, food, or gifts to local charitable organization/s
- Volunteer time to help during the holidays
- Attend religious or cultural ceremonies
- Binge holiday shows and/or crank holiday music
- Create holiday ‘magic’ for family and friends
- Make New Year’s resolutions (whether or not you keep them)
- Combination of the above
- None of the above
Poll ends 12-30-2024
Poll ended 12-23-2024
If you think this holiday season feels shorter than normal, you’re not wrong. 2024 has the shortest holiday season, with only 27 days between Thanksgiving and Christmas (compared with 33 days in 2023). What is your favorite way to celebrate the winter holiday season?
6.7% Festive decorations
46.7% Quality time w/family & friends
20.0% Seasonal foods and treats
6.7% Travel / plan travel
20.0% Staying cozy indoors with movies and books
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Fine Homebuilding MAGAZINES, 1981-2004 and 2012-2023. Very few missing issues. Pick up, Mendon. Text 585-613-1908
Queen size Jamestown BOX SPRING. Almost new. In two sections for easy handling. Henrietta. 585-334-3267
Three 2-drawer STEEL FILE CABINETS. Pick up, Penfield. 585-264-1068
LITTLE TYKES SCHOOL DESK. Pick up, Bergen. 716-474-2884
KING SIZE BED FRAME. Pick up, Geneseo. 585-991-8255
16# BOWLING BALL, multi-colored. Pick up, Henrietta. 585-298-6419
Large collection of BALL POINT PENS. All with various advertising and note/memo pads. Fairport. 585-421-3681
JITTERBUG FLIP PHONE for senior citizens (through AARP). In box with manual. Pick up, Palmyra. 315-502-1321
7’ CHRISTMAS TREE. Pre-lit, w/stand/storage bags/remote. Pick up only, Newark. jemerso.je@gmail.com
ELVIS COMMEMORATIVES: 11 TV Guide commemoratives, 3 Elvis Special Edition booklets, 1 Newsweek 8/97, 1 Life 1987, 1 Tape. Phelps. kelleykevin612@gmail.com
Two complete TWIN BEDS with frames, mattresses, box springs, mattress pads, blankets. Hemlock. elsiecostanzo@gmail.com
One wood and one plastic used but steam-sanitized standard ROUND TOILET SEATS. No issues, hardware included. Conesus. Text/ Call 607-542-9113
50 various RECORDS, box of cassettes, some 8 tracks. Must take all. Fairport. cszilagyi1@rochester.rr.com
Life Fitness ELLIPTICAL - works great. You move: heavy, need truck and friends. Also, basic HOME BREWING EQUIPMENT, carboys, bottles, brushes, etc. Canandaigua. 585-469-4539
GE GAS OVEN with four burner stovetop (c. 2003). Everything works except the broiler button. Pickup in Penfield. corcaigh111@gmail.com
54” x 78” FOAM MATTRESS TOPPER, 3” thick. Great for camping. Phelps. 315-548-8685
MERCURY SABLE WAGON in working condition, around the year 2003. 585-500-2588
Stories! 4-H Camp Bristol Hills is looking for your OLD CAMP TALES for the Camp Centennial. Pre-1980 preferred. Jah249@cornell.edu
GHILLIE SUIT and CAMOUFLAGE NETTING, anything to hide in the woods. scoutmasterdavid@yahoo.com
Sturdy OAK DINING ROOM TABLE and an ELECTRIC STOVE w/oven in good working condition. 585-381-6546
OLD ELECTRONICS, tube testers, tube radios, tube stereos, anything tube. OLD RADIOS, transistor radios, microphones, test equipment, speakers, and amplifiers. greg3151@ymail.com
MINI FRIDGE in working condition and ADULT NUTRITION DRINKS, any brand. Call/text 585-649-8706
METRONOME, either manual or electric. 585-948-5079
COAT TREE, small to medium DOG CRATE, small PET CARRIERS, and an APARTMENT SIZE REFRIGERATOR. 585-507-8788
‘70s-’90s ROCK RECORDS, CASSETTES, and 8 TRACK TAPES. gzintel1967@gmail.com
Mercury SNOWMOBILE PARTS 1974-76 for restoration project. Call or text 585-733-2026
DOG FOOD, CAT FOOD, CAT LITTER, ADVANTAGE OR FRONTLINE. holdfort@rochester.rr.com
Any WEBER GRILLS. Call or Text Matt 315-576-1278
Cooperstown Dreams Field TRADING PINS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
OLD BOY SCOUT & GIRL SCOUT items. bartonta@gmail.com
FOOD DEHYDRATOR for meat, veggies, etc. 585-697-4489
Small HARD SHELL CAMPER. Registration not required. Call or text 585-455-4363
ATARI 2600 with games, BUFFALO BILLS BLANKET and a PORTABLE DVD PLAYER. 585-415-8513
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Pans should be on the center rack of the oven. If the oven isn’t wide enough to put multiple pans side by side, place them on different racks and slightly offset them to enable air circulation.
Use parchment paper. This unsung hero of baking can keep cookies from spreading out on baking sheets, prevent cakes from sticking to pans and may even help batter and dough bake evenly.
Cool cakes upside down on a cooling rack.This will help flatten out the tops, which makes it easier to stack and level cakes for layered cakes.
Start small, but start immediately. Lifestyle changes can be difficult, so make small changes initially and gradually work toward larger, more significant changes. Starting small can lay a successful foundation, but it’s also important to start immediately. Procrastination can reduce the likelihood of achieving your goals, and the earlier you get started the more quickly you and your loved ones will adjust to the changes necessary to realize your goals.
By Sam Marzotta
DEAR READERS: As we prepare for the holiday in this hectic season, it’s a wonderful opportunity to spend time with all of our pets and celebrate togetherness. But the holiday season can also present dangers to your pets, especially if you have a lot of guests over.
Here are some important safety tips:
• Don’t let dogs drink from the Christmas tree’s water pan; it may be contaminated with dirt and debris from the tree trunk or parts of decorations (like tinsel and fake snow) that can harm them.
• In fact, just keep pets away from the tree in general. Cats love to jump up and knock glass ornaments from the branches; dogs may chew on the pine needles or candy canes.
• Scented candles can irritate pets; lit candles on low tables can be knocked over. Keep them away from pets.
• Use sturdy, snap-top lids on garbage cans so pets don’t sneak in to purloin tasty scraps. Some of that food can be harmful to them, like onions, garlic or raisins.
• Put chocolate and sugar-free candies out of reach of pets; both present toxic dangers to them (cocoa and xylitol sweetener).
• During parties and dinners, place your pets in a safe room with water, food and toys. ey’ll be much happier without the noise and bustle, and you won’t have the stress of keeping an eye out for them.
Finally, once the hectic unwrapping of gi s and serving of food is over, make some space and time to relax with your pets. A er all, the holiday season is all about being with loved ones -- and our pets are part of the family group!
A very happy holidays to all my readers, far and wide. ank you for making this world a wonderful place for all our pets, great and small.
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BY SUZIE WELLS
The holiday season in Genesee County glows a little brighter each year, thanks to the heartwarming Stuff the Cruiser initiative. is cherished community event has been spreading cheer since its inception in 2018 by LeRoy Police Department Chief Gregory Kellogg. Since 2020, it has been a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, the Genesee County Probation Department, and the City of Batavia Police Department, with vital contributions from the New York State Police, Genesee Justice, and NYSDEC.
Held at the Batavia Towne Center Plaza, this year’s event aimed to collect toys and gi s for children aged 0-18, with donations distributed by the Genesee County Department of Social Services. Reflecting on the event’s goals, Genesee County Probation Supervisor Jason Mindler shares, “We always hope to provide items to families struggling to get gi s for their children, and any amount received offsets the need in the community.”
Last year, Stuff the Cruiser brought joy to over 400 children and 100 families. is year, early reports suggest even greater generosity from the community. Following the collection day, social services staff diligently categorized donations by age, ensuring every child’s needs would be met.
“Seeing the volume of gi s this year is truly inspiring,” Mindler says. “It’s a testament to the incredible generosity of the people in Genesee County.”
Among the donations, one poignant gesture stood out: an outpouring of Hot Wheels toys given in memory of Sgt. omas Sanfratello of the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office. Sgt. Sanfratello, a devoted collector of Hot Wheels, tragically lost his life in the line of duty earlier this year. Residents chose to honor his memory by donating the iconic toys, ensuring that his passion would bring smiles to children this holiday season.
Mindler explains that the team at Social Services that provides logistics support and distribution works really hard to match gi s with need and does an amazing job to make sure every donation goes where it does the most good. e public can rest assured that their contributions make it into the hands of children in Genesee County.
He says the officers and participating agencies all remain inspired to coordinate this initiative each year because they work in the community every day and see first-hand the need to help support children. is event exemplifies the good that happens when law enforcement and the public unite to solve a problem.
Beyond its impact on families, Stuff the Cruiser serves as an opportunity for officers and community members to connect in a meaningful, positive way. “ e officers love meeting the public during this event as much as the
“ is touching tribute is a reminder of the bond between law enforcement and the community,” says Mindler, and it shows how deeply Sgt. Sanfratello’s legacy resonates here.
e Stuff the Cruiser eventwouldn’tbepossiblewithoutthecollaboration of local retailers and businesses, including the Batavia Towne Center Plaza and Tim Hortons, which provided refreshments for the officers.
Participating agencies express heartfelt thanks to the public for their generosity and to the dedicated social services team ensuring donations are matched with families in need.
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* To make your own breadcrumbs without a chopper or blender, place dry bread pieces in a plastic bag. Use a rolling pin to “roll” them to crumbs.
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BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
Be as specific as possible. In addition to being patient, being specific when deciding on a resolution can increase the likelihood that the successful pursuit of that resolution will have as positive an impact on your life as possible. For example, a nonspecific resolution to lose weight may be successful if you only shed a single pound. But men and women who resolve to lose weight typically want to lose more than one pound. By resolving to lose a predetermined and specific number of pounds, you might be more likely to commit to your goal, and more encouraged the closer you get to achieving that goal.
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By Fifi Rodriguez
1. MOVIES: What is the name of the snowman in the animated movie “Frozen”?
2. GEOGRAPHY: How many U.S. states does the Mississippi River run through or along?
3. ADVERTISING: Which product uses a cartoon character whose first and middle names are Horatio Magellan?
4. MUSIC: In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many “geese a-laying” are given to the narrator’s true love?
5. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of nuts are in a Snickers candy bar?
6. BIOLOGY: What is epimorphic regeneration?
7. TELEVISION: Who starred in the 1980s exercise video series “Sweatin’ to the Oldies”?
8. ANATOMY: How much of the human brain is made up of fat?
9. MEASUREMENTS: How many cups are in a pint?
10. LITERATURE: Which famous author often uses Castle Rock as a setting in his novels?
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What You’ll Do:
• Read and interpret production orders, simple blueprints, & work instructions.
• Perform tasks requiring strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Handle physical duties, including li ing heavy loads.
What We’re Looking For:
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• A team-oriented attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Physical stamina to meet the demands of the position.
How to Apply:
Complete your application at Lapp, LLC
130 Gilbert Street, LeRoy, NY 14482 or submit your resume via email to jtuerk@lappinsulators.com.
Union Representation: is position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Lapp, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from diverse candidates, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Take the next step in your career— Apply today and become a part of our dynamic team!
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