Switch from a traditional lock and key to a lockbox. Individuals who travel frequently can take a page from the realtor notebook and switch from a traditional lock and key lock system to a lockbox.Lockboxes require that a code is entered before a box containing a key can be unlocked.Homeowners who want this added measure of protection don’t even need to put a key inside the lockbox,which typically covers a lock,making it extremely difficult for potential thieves to pick the lock.
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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.
Bayberry: Myrica pensylvanica can grow in partial shade as a hedge or natural property divider. The leaves of this shrub are aromatic when crushed. The shrub will produce tiny, gray/white fruits in late summer.
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1. MOVIES: What is the name of the fictional country in “The Princess Diaries”?
2. GEOGRAPHY: What is the highest mountain in Africa?
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3. HISTORY: Which ancient civilization built Machu Picchu in Peru?
4. TELEVISION: Which city is the setting for the TV drama “The Wire”?
5. U.S. CITIES: Which city’s nickname is “City of Roses”?
6. MATH: When is Pi Day celebrated each year?
7. LITERATURE: During what historical period is the graphic novel “Persepolis” set?
8. CHEMISTRY: Which element is also known as quicksilver?
9. SCIENCE: How much of the Earth’s water is held by oceans?
10. MUSIC: Who performed the hit song “Never Gonna Give You Up” in 1987?
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The Inca civilization.
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USE LESS ENERGY WHEN THE WEATHER WARMS
Determine an indoor temperature that works best for the household. Keep the thermostat set as high as possible to maintain that comfort level. If you will be out most of the day, set the programmable thermostat at a higher temperature, and then lower the temperature about an hour before you plan to return home. This reduces the number of hours the air conditioner is running.
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The terms “hospice” and “palliative” are not interchangeable. Hospice care is a form of palliative care geared toward patients with terminal illnesses facing their final months or weeks of life. Palliative care, according to WebMD, aims to ease pain and provide help to people confronting a serious illness, even if it’s not necessarily life-threatening. Palliative care may include assistance for those with cancer, kidney disease, multiple sclerosis,or any number of conditions. Illnesses can make it difficult to live life fully, and palliative care is used in conjunction with other treatments to improve quality of life.
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Get Summer-Ready with Expert Style Tips (Family Features) Warm weather means fun-filled days spent in the sun by a pool or at the beach. Style and beauty-on-abudget expert Lilliana Vazquez of www.CheapChicas.com shares the following tips to help you get summer-ready. Bathing suits, back to basics. Choose a bathing suit that is not only stylish, but flattering for every body type, like a retro-inspired one piece.
CHILDHOOD OBESITY
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that childhoodobesityrateshavemorethandoubledinchildrenandquadrupled in adolescents in the last 30 years. This is happening in spite of indications that childhood obesity could reduce life expectancy by five years or more. Many children are not participating in free-time physical activity and, according to Blank Children’s Hospital, only 25 percent of children in the United States eat a healthy diet.
Considering children spend six or more hours at school and many eat school lunches or receive in school-provided breakfasts, schools can play a pivotal role in helping to control the rising epidemic of childhood obesity.
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Leisure activities may be widely viewed as fun ways to fill up free time, but the benefits of leisure activities extend beyond beating boredom. A 2011 analysis published in the journal BBA Molecular Basis of Disease found that leisure activities have a positive impact on cognitive function and dementia. The analysis, conducted by researchers with the Aging Research Center in Stockholm who examined various studies regarding the relationship between certain activities and cognitive function, defined leisure activity as the voluntary use of free time for activities outside the home. After retirement, leisure time constitutes a large part of many retirees’ lives, and finding ways to fill that time is more beneficial than merely avoiding boredom. The researchers behind the study concluded that the existing research is insufficient to draw any firm conclusions regarding the effects of certain types of leisure activities on the risk for dementia and cognitive decline, though they did note that multi-domain cognitive training has the potential to improve cognitive function in healthy older adults and slow decline in affected individuals. A multi-domain approach to cognitive training involves memory, reasoning, problem-solving, and map reading, among other activities. Aging adults who embrace activities that require the use of such skills may find that they’re not only finding stimulating ways to fill their free time, but increasing their chances of long-term cognitive health as well.
One attraction that is synonymous with fairs and amusement parks is the Ferris wheel. The original Ferris wheel was designed and constructed for the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago by George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. Since then, Ferris wheels have become the most common type of amusement rides at state fairs and other attractions. However “pleasure wheels” and “great wheels” have appeared throughout history in areas of Persia, India and Bulgaria.
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By Lucie Winborne
* Peppermint oil does a better job of promoting hair growth than hair-growth medication.
* Speaking of hair, following the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, thousands of hairstylists and alpaca farmers donated over 19 warehouses worth of cut locks to absorb it.
BAPTIST
Cornerstone Church of East Pembroke
2583 Main Rd., East Pembroke, NY 14056 cornerstonechurchep@yahoo.com
St. Brigid’s, 18 Gibson St., Bergen, NY 14416, Sunday Mass: 9am Weekday Masses: Tues. & urs. 8:30am; Confessions: Sat. 2-2:30pm
EPISCOPAL
St. James Episcopal Church
405 East Main St., Batavia, NY • sjecbataviany.org
Sundays: 9am Service of God’s Word and Spiritual Communion -- via Zoom 10am Service of the Holy Eucharist -- In Person, Children Welcome
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8085432266
Meeting ID: 808 543 2266 • Password: zrXG3y
METHODIST
Pavilion United Methodist Church
Come worship with us!
11115 East Park St., Pavilion • 585-584-3808
Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Pastor Karen Woodworth
All are welcome!
“Coincidence is God’s way of remaining anonymous.” —Albert Einstein, The World as I See It
Batavia First United Methodist Church
To Make Disciples We Must Listen, Learn, Lead, and Love Our Way to God! 8221 Lewiston Rd., Batavia, NY • 343-4708 • Rev. Wayne Mort
Worship & Sunday School, 10am • Child care provided Sun. at 10am. https://www.facebook.com/BataviaFirstUnitedMethodist
Indian Falls Methodist Church
7908 Alleghany Rd, Corfu, NY 14036 • (585) 762-9105
IndianFalls4Jesus@gmail.com
Sunday Morning Worship 10:00am
Sunday School (all ages) 11:30am
All Are Welcome!
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Cornerstone Church
8020 Bank Street Road, Batavia 343-8020
www.cornerstonebatavia.org
Sunday Coffee & Fellowship 9:30am • Sunday Worship Service 10am
Wednesday Prayer & Worship 5:30pm
Wednesday Men’s & Women’s Bible Study at 6:30pm
Church of Christ
PO Box 230, 60 Spring St., Brockport, NY 14420 • Minister: Scott Kelley 585-637-2650 • brockportchurchofchrist.org
10:00am Bible Study, 11:00am Worship Service; Wed. 7:00pm Mid-week Bible Study - email us for Zoom link
Additional parking at 69 High Street.
ORTHODOX
Protection of the Mother of God Russian Orthodox Church
100 Stanford Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 • 585-224-0554
Archpriest Gregory Naumenko, Rector • A ROCOR Parish
Serving all English and Russian Speaking Orthodox Christians
Full schedule of services and live service streaming at www.pomog.org
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST
Batavia Seventh-Day Adventist Church
101 Richmond Ave, Batavia, NY 14020 • (585) 563-5331
Pastor, Blaine Fults
Saturday Worship Service: 9:30am
Bible Study: 11am-12pm
Karen Samis: Leading the Fight Against Cancer with the W
BY SUZIE WELLS
In 1996, Karen Samis moved from Middlebury, Connecticut, to LeRoy, NY. She and husband, Steve, a LeRoy native, married in 1998 and raised three children, Katelyn (26), Stephany (23), and Zachary (17), in this close-knit town. Karen has taught high school math in the City of Rochester for 21 years, but her passion for making a difference extends far beyond the classroom.
Karen is deeply involved in her community, organizing two annual running events that raise funds for local causes. e Tri the Oatka 5K, formerly also a triathlon, and the Jinglin All the Way Festive 5K have supported LeRoy community initiatives including the LeRoy Pool, the Backpack Club, the LeRoy Food Pantry, and a scholarship for graduating high school seniors. e summer’s Walk of Hope, a cancer awareness and fundraising event, holds a special place in her heart.
Karen’s journey with the Walk of Hope began in 2006, when she lost her mother to lung cancer at just 69 years old. Karen says, “My mom was given 3-6 months to live a er her diagnosis. at was a kick to the stomach, but with the advancements we have made with treatment and research in the fight against cancer, she lived another 1½ years.” Karen was determined to fight back against the disease that had taken her mother.
Initially involved in Relay for Life events in other towns, Karen decided to bring the cause closer to home. With the support of the American Lung Association, the LeRoy community, and local
For the Luminary Silent Lap, luminary bags are lit and participants walk in silence to celebrate, remember, and honor all who have been and are affected by cancer. e event culminates in a final lap when all participants walk the track together, symbolizing the unity and strength of the community in the fight against cancer.
us, the Walk of Hope was born in 2019, with proceeds going directly to Genesee Cancer Assistance (GCA) out of Batavia. Karen says, “Our first event as Walk of Hope raised just over $12,000, and GCA was very appreciative.” Despite COVID cancellation of the 2020 and 2021 events, the Walk of Hope returned in 2022 as a mini walk and raised $8,000, followed by nearly $16,000 in 2023, and almost $14,000 this year.
e Walk of Hope is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a community gathering filled with emotion, inspiration, and support. Each year, the event kicks off with a speech from a cancer survivor. is year, Tricia Doty, who recently received her diagnosis, shared her journey, her challenges, and her commitment to advocacy. e Survivor Lap is a highlight each year, a powerful moment where all participants cheer on cancer survivors as they take a lap together; the survivors then enjoyed
e Walk of Hope featured food sales, a huge basket raffle, and team fundraisers, with local business sponsors contributing to its success. ough Karen says it’s hard to gauge how many people attended each year’s event because people come and go all night, this year featured six official teams and was well-received by all participants. is year’s event also featured a flag football game and live music, which Karen raved about.
Karen’s dedication to the Walk of Hope is driven by a personal mission to keep her mother’s memory alive and to support others in their fight against cancer. She reflects that people don’t usually think much about cancer unless or until they are personally affected by it.
She says, “I will never forget the struggles [my mother] had in her advanced stages, how I felt helpless, and how I held her hand as she passed away and was finally at peace.” rough the Walk of Hope, Karen hopes to inspire others to get involved and to continue the fight. “Together we are stronger than cancer.”
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Refresh Your Home for Spring Eliminate the extras
While you’re freshening up the house, it’s the perfect time to purge unwanted and unused items, but remember that items in good condition can actually do good for those in need. By donating clothing, electronics, furniture, household goods and vehicles to be sold in The Salvation Army Family and Thrift Stores, you can help transform lives in your local community. A good rule of thumb: if you haven’t used it in the last year and it doesn’t have special sentimental value, it’s probably time to let it go.
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NEW WAY TO SAVE ALL SHELTER PETS
(NAPSI)—The lives of nearly 733,000 cats and dogs could be saved with the help of caring humans and an innovative Web-based platform introduced this week by Best Friends Animal Society.
Envisioned as a tool to help animal lovers help their communities save more pets, the new community lifesaving dashboard combines groundbreaking data visualization technology with the most comprehensive data set on animal welfare ever published.
Two years in the making, the tool crowdsources, validates and translates complex data about the dogs and cats in U.S.shelters.
It brings an unprecedented level of transparency to the animal welfare movement, unlocking new opportunities for saving pets by providing a detailed picture showing precisely—on a city, state and community level—where cats and dogs need to be saved.
For the first time, anyone with a smartphone or computer will be able to easily access his or her community’s snapshot of how many cats and dogs need to be saved and find tools to help individual shelters save more pets. The organization used independent research, government data and even FOIA requests to create the most comprehensive data set on animal welfare ever published.
Best Friends CEO Julie Castle says the investment in data was necessary to achievetheorganization’sgoalofbringing thewholecountryno-killby2025.
“Up until two years ago, we didn’t even know how many shelters existed,” she said.“How can you possibly save all the animals if you don’t even know how many need to be saved?
“With this data in hand, our goal to save every savable pet by 2025 is finally within reach,” Castle said.
To explore the community lifesaving dashboard,visit BestFriends.org/2025.
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To the Lyons club, I can finally hear. Thank you so much!
Kindness in our community
This past Sunday my husband and I visited a local flea market. Several people saw me struggling to maneuver his wheelchair over the gravel and offered to help. One kind young man pushed him all the way back to the car when he saw that we were ready to leave. It is comforting to know that people can be so compassionate. We are blessed to be surrounded by such kind and thoughtful strangers. Thank you all.
Thank you!
THANK YOU! To the gentleman who picked me up after I fell in the parking lot of a Restaurant on Lake Road August 1st.
Went to a town park concert. Kids running around. Most enjoying the music. Then there were those who have to talk louder than the music with every other word is the “f” word. What’s wrong with these people? Did they even graduate elementary school? Did their parents teach them any class? One mother, who I applaud, went over and asked them to stop cursing around her child. That lasted only about five minutes. She moved to another spot. Stay home if you’re not there for the music and keep your garbage mouth among yourselves. We don’t want to hear you!
Let’s Fix This Accident Waiting to Happen
I see so many people walking and biking on the roads at night while wearing dark colored clothing. This is an accident waiting to happen. If people don’t realize it, they need to be educated about how dangerous it is to walk on roads without sidewalks without reflective gear or bright clothing! Local colleges should be giving out reflective gear instead of pens or other knickknacks if they aren’t already.
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BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson
* When preparing outdoor furniture for winter storage, it's important to give it a nice cleaning. If you have a truck, why not load it up and bring it to the local selfserve car wash? e specialized brushes make it easy to clean right there in the back of the vehicle, and a pressure rinse gets soap and dirt from all the nooks and crannies.
* "While at a backyard barbecue now that the weather has turned nice out (down in the South, anyway), I learned this trick from a neighbor. Put hot dogs in the slow cooker. Don't add water or anything. ey taste really good without taking up space on the grill." -- J.V. in Alabama
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KNEE SCOOTER with brakes. In great condition. 315-254-1690
(19) CEMENT BLOCKS - 7½” x 15½”. A mixture of 3½” and 1¾” deep. 585-200-2009
EMERSON MICROWAVE – Needs Cleaning. No Glass Plate. Rochester. 585-482-5832
Six PRINTERS. Need drivers/ink - HPH95Cse Deskjet 18v1.7a, HP722c Deskjet 18v1.7a, HP710c Deskjet needs power supply 18v1.7a, Compaq IJ600 needs power supply 30v.05A, Kodak PP Maker 200volt, Epson Stylus c86 Corded. 585-482-5832
POWER RECLINING SOFA. Good condition. Perfect for mancave or student rental. Pick up, Fairport. 585-425-3221
Working, comfortable RECLINING CHAIR. You must be able to pick it up. Text or email only. 585-747-8452 or countmein421@gmail.com
FULL SIZE BED FRAME – only used for a few months. QUEEN SIZE MATTRESS, great condition. nicole.l4ur4@gmail.com
Couple bags of WHITE STYROFOAM PEANUTS. 585-366-9699
METAL CABINET with multi drawers & 3 pieces FLAT METAL for scrapping. Rush. awallace152@yahoo.com
Tablets: plain, white PAPER. 3”x5”, 4”x6,” and 5”X7”. Large quantity available. phermann2@rochester.rr.com
TOP HATS: 2 dozen, black, plastic, decorated for New Year’s. Could be used as Pilgrim hats, etc. phermann2@rochester.rr.com
FILE CABINETS (2), 45” X 22” X 53”, 4-drawer lateral, fireproof, with locks; very good condition; you pick up. 585-249-1099.
Hamilton 28J854 full size DRAFTING TABLE, electric motor-driven height adjustable, very good condition. Call, leave phone message. 315-719-7065
Mahogany DINING TABLE w/ 4 chairs. Seats 10, 3pc tabletop pad. Tablecloths. Must pick up. West Batavia. 1wilcox.mj@gmail.com (4) 5’x7’ BARN RUGS. Avon. 585-503-7083
4 boxes of YARN, large box of KNIT/CROCHET HOOKS. 585-343-7066
2 PARACHUTES. One is dated 1942, the other is dated 1937. Canandaigua. Call Dawn 724-601-9144
4-CAMP SAM WOOD COFFEE MUGS (late ‘70s). 2-G&WRR MUGS (‘79). 1-INTERNATIONAL SALT GLASS (‘79). 1-AKZO SALT GLASS (‘93). 585-243-0520
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BAMBOO POLES to support tall garden plants. Various sizes needed. janebickett@yahoo.com
UPRIGHT FREEZER in excellent condition. Please text me. 585-749-2432
LOVE SEAT in good condition. Beige, light brown or tan. 585-507-8788
SNOWBLOWER, RIDING LAWN MOWER, and TRUCK or CAR in good working condition. 585-471-4424 or 585-531-4004
POKÉMON CARDS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
Cooperstown Dream Field TRADING PINS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
Marie’s blue cheese GLASS JARS with lids. 585-813-7759
Folding GROCERY CART. 585-695-8565
RACK FOR CDs. 585-326-0426
PARTS for a 2007 Volvo Station Wagon XC70 model, a TIRE IRON, a JUMPER BOX BATTERY CHARGER, and a small AIR COMPRESSOR. 585-415-8513
CAT SCRATCHING POST or any other supplies for a cat that was dumped and had kittens. 585-739-1068
In dire need of: DOG FOOD, CAT FOOD, CAT LITTER, RABBIT FOOD and TIMOTHY HAY. holdfort@rochester.rr.com
Collecting older SYNTHESIZERS and SAMPLERS. Analog or digital. Also looking for some GUITAR PEDALS and AMPLIFIERS. greg3151@ymail.com
OUTDOOR FURNITURE in good used condition (mini sofa, chairs), SCREEN HOUSE to reuse screen, 24’ WINTER POOL COVER. 585-303-9242.
SMALL RECLINER in good condition for an elderly gentleman. 585-883-7387
Used SWING SET in good or fair condition. 585-554-5356
OLD FOUNTAIN PENS, working or non-working. bartonta@gmail.com
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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Fosamax Is an Appropriate, Albeit Powerful Medicine for Osteopenia
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 65-year-old, overweight white woman. I recently had a DEXA scan, and based on the results, my general physician prescribed Fosamax for osteopenia.
The first dose created a horrible reaction two days after ingestion, with severe pain in both of my arms, my neck, and my legs. I was in absolute agony for two days, then it cleared up.
With the next dose a week later, I hesitated, but still decided to take it. Two days later, the reaction hit me again, only worse. I could barely walk, and my energy was so low. I spent four days in bed, except to cry when heading to the bathroom. I had not taken my Lasix prescription for those four days, as I could barely make it to the bathroom.
I contacted my doctor, and she discontinued Fosamax. She’s referring me to a rheumatologist. I read that this drug has all my symptoms, plus more, listed under the severe reaction warning. I will not take it again.
Also, a friend told me that this drug is not effective for osteoporosis after more than 20 years of drug tests, and I should not have been prescribed this drug, since I have osteopenia, not osteoporosis. Your thoughts? -- C.W.
ANSWER: Alendronate (Fosamax) is in the class of drugs called bisphosphonates. These are powerful drugs that should not be prescribed lightly. They do have the potential for severe side effects. Severe musculoskeletal pain can occur days or months (sometimes years) after starting the medicine. The Food and Drug Administration has advised prescribers to discuss this possibility with their patients so that the drug can be stopped immediately if it occurs. There are other options available if the person really needs treatment.
Your friend is half right. Powerful drugs like Fosamax are usually not indicated in people who have low bone mass (osteopenia) without osteoporosis. However, a history of a fragility fracture (breaking a bone from minor trauma that isn’t expected to cause a fracture) can make the diagnosis of osteoporosis, even if the bone density isn’t in the usual osteoporotic range. A person can have a high risk of fractures for other reasons, and a clinical tool called the FRAX score helps clinicians identify those who might benefit from treatment.
But your friend is also half wrong. When used appropriately, Fosamax and other bisphosphonate drugs are effective at reducing the risk of fractures. A vertebral body fracture can cause years of pain and be avoided easily, while a hip fracture can be devastating. So, there are very good reasons to prescribe these medicines.
Finally, let me warn readers against complacence in treatment with these drugs. They may be appropriately prescribed for a high-risk person, but most people should not stay on this drug forever. Follow-up DEXA scans should guide therapy, and after three to five years, a conscious decision should be made whether to continue therapy.
Readers who have been on these drugs for more than five years and haven’t had careful follow-ups on their results should ask their doctors whether they still need to be taking them.***
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.
Join gyms that offer eco-friendly exercise equipment. More and more gyms are taking steps to reduce their carbon footprints, and eco-friendly fitness enthusiasts can look for such facilities before purchasing or renewing their gym memberships. Some efforts gym owners make to reduce the carbon footprint of their facilities include using only ecofriendly, biodegradable cleaning products; installing low-flow toilets, faucets and shower heads in facility restrooms and bathing areas; and installing user-powered cardiovascular machinery that consume considerably less energy than traditional machines. Inquire about a facility’s carbon footprint before purchasing a membership.
DID YOU KNOW? The exact causes of many headaches continues to confound medical researchers. Though the Cleveland Clinic notes that certain environmental factors, such as exposure to allergens or strong odors from household chemicals, can trigger headaches, the mechanism that causes muscles or blood vessels to swell or tighten remains something of a mystery. During a headache, the mysterious mechanism activates specific nerves that affect muscles and blood vessels, and these nerves then send pain signals to the brain. Harvard Medical School notes that tissues that surround the brain and some major nerves in the brain also can signal pain. HMS also reports that while there are more than 300 types of headaches, only about 10 percent of them have an identifiable cause. And what triggers a headache in one person will not necessarily do so in another. However, HMS notes that people who suffer from migraines, an especially severe type of headache that can increase a person’s risk of heart attack, tend to remain sensitive to the same triggers. That’s good news, as it means that people who can identify their headache triggers can then take steps to avoid those triggers in the future in the hopes of reducing the frequency of their headaches.
Puzzle Answers This Week
Tips for parents as kids head Back-to-School
Establish a Routine: Start gradually adjusting your child’s sleep and meal routines a couple of weeks before school starts. is will make the transition smoother and help them get into the school schedule.
Visit the School: If possible, visit the school with your child before the first day. Familiarize them with the surroundings, classrooms, and playground. is can help reduce anxiety about the new environment.
Organize Supplies: Label and organize your child’s school supplies, backpack, and lunchbox. is will make mornings less hectic and ensure they have everything they need.
Set Up a Homework Zone: Create a designated area at home where your child can comfortably do homework. Make sure it’s quiet, well-lit, and stocked with necessary supplies.
Communicate with Teachers: Attend any back-toschool meetings or orientations. Establish open communication with your child’s teachers, so you’re aware of their progress, assignments, and any concerns.
Morning Prep: Plan ahead for busy mornings. Lay out clothes, pack lunches, and have backpacks ready the night before to reduce morning stress.
Healthy Meals and Snacks: Pack nutritious meals and snacks for your child. A well-balanced diet supports their energy levels and concentration throughout the school day.
Stay Involved: Stay engaged in your child’s education by asking about their day, discussing their activities, and showing interest in what they’re learning. is helps build a strong parent-child connection.
Encourage Reading: Set aside time for reading at home. Reading together can foster a love for learning and improve your child’s literacy skills.
Manage Screen Time: Establish screen time rules and limits to ensure that your child has a healthy balance between schoolwork, physical activity, and recreational activities.
Remember that each child is unique, so adapt these tips to suit your child’s personality and needs. By providing a supportive and structured environment, you can help your young child have a positive and successful start to the school year.
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BE A CHAMPION PET SITTER
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DEAR PAW'S CORNER: I'm 13 years old and want to make money by being a pet sitter and dog walker. To try it out, my dad suggested that I pet sit for the neighbor who is going on vacation for two weeks. ey agreed! I'm really excited. What tips do you have so I do a good job? -- Austin in Portland, Maine
DEAR AUSTIN: What a great idea! You can try out pet sitting and see if you like it, and your dad is there to give support and advice. Here are a few tips:
-- Bring a notebook and pen with you to every pet sitting visit.
-- Talk to the pet owner before they leave. Get all of the pet's health information. Find out what time they need to be fed and any medications they need to take. Get their veterinarian's number and any special instructions. Find out where the food, treats and leash are stored. (Write this all in the notebook!)
-- Keep to the agreed-upon time to visit and/or walk the pet. It's important for the pet to stay on a regular schedule, and it builds trust with your customer.
-- Do not feed the pet any food or treats not provided (or specified) by the owner.
-- Contact the owner if you have additional questions or if an emergency arises.
ese are just the basics. As you build your pet-sitting empire, you will encounter different situations and will learn the best ways to respond. Your parents can help, and so can that trusty notebook! During and a er every visit, review your notes about the experience and think about how you can do a better job or accomplish certain tasks more effectively.
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MOMENTS IN TIME
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* On Sept. 18, 1793, George Washington lays the cornerstone to the United States Capitol building.It would take nearly a century to complete,as architects came and went,the British set fire to it and it was called into use during the Civil War.
* On Sept. 19, 1969, President Richard Nixon announces the cancellation of the draft calls for November and December.He reduced the call-up by 50,000 men as part of his program of turning the war over to the South Vietnamese.
* On Sept. 20, 1973, in a highly publicized “Battle of the Sexes” tennis match,top women’s player Billie Jean King,29,beats Bobby Riggs,55,a former No.1 ranked men’s player.Riggs had boasted that women were inferior,and that even at his age he could beat any female player.King beat Riggs 6-4,6-3,6-3.
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A landmark study conducted by researchers in the United Kingdom discovered a notable link between low to moderate alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk.According to the Million Women Study,every 10 grams (roughly 0.35 ounces) of alcohol a woman consumed per day was associated with a 12 percent increase in her risk for breast cancer.The Million Women Study focused on various areas of women’s health but included 28,000 women who had breast cancer. In addition, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism notes that more than 100 epidemiologic studies have examined a potential association between alcohol consumption and the risk for breast cancer, consistently finding that risk for the disease increases as alcohol intake increases.
Serves 6 to 8
2 to 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 pounds apples, peeled, cored and cut into thick slices
1/2 cup honey, preferably sage honey
1/2 cup white wine
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
Fresh sage sprigs for garnish
1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the apples, turn the heat to high and sauté until they begin to brown on the edges, about 5 minutes. If some are getting too well done, remove them and place on a plate while the rest continue to cook, then return them to the skillet when all are done.
2. Reduce the heat to low and add the honey, wine, lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup water. Cover and allow to cook until the apples are tender but still firm; you don’t want them to turn into applesauce.
3. Serve this in a bowl, tuck in a couple sprigs of fresh sage from your garden, and tell your guests all about sage honey.
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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.
GET A HANDLE ON WORK-RELATED STRESS
Embrace relaxation methods. The APA recommends professionals coping with workplace stress embrace techniques that can effectively alleviate stress. Such techniquesincludemeditationand deep-breathingexercisesandcan help workers develop their ability to focus purposefully on a single activity. That improved focus may help workers better navigate hectic working environments without succumbing to the stress such environments can produce.
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DISTRACTIONS THAT CAN AFFECT EFFICIENCY AT WORK
Smartphones: A 2015 CareerBuilder survey of hiring and human resources managers from various industries found that employers cited smartphones and texting as the biggest productivity killers in the workplace. Professionals no doubt recognize how distracting their phones can be during the workday, and they may feel powerless to avoid them. But they’re not. Alter notification settings so the phone only delivers the most important notifications (i.e., children’s schools, meeting reminders, etc.) during the day. Turn off notifications from news, sports and entertainment apps.
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Job entails order picking with electric pallet jacks as the primary tool, pallet stacking, and loading trucks. Must be capable of performing physical labor, lifting up to 50lbs.
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