Westside News WEST Edition – March 19, 2023

March 19, 2023

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Issue No. 12

Scout Troop 111 honors Brockport Rotary for its longtime support and sponsorship

Boy Scout Troop 111 recently presented Brockport Rotary preciation for many years (about port. Long-time Rotarian and 2021-22 Club President Arthur Appleby accepted the award at the Troop’s recent Court of Rotary sponsorship of Troop 111 is believed to have begun in 1972. Over the years, the Scouts also have aided Rotary with ing the long-time Ziti Dinner, the BBQ and Music Festival, and BISCO’s Duck Derby. The troop has produced around 60 Eagle Scouts since beginning in 1959, the majority of whom have had their projects supported at least in part by Brockport Rotary. The prospective Eagle Scouts served as guest speakers at a club meeting where they presented their projects, usually involving extensive schematics, funding sources, and more. There have been many exceptional projects planned and completed by those seeking Eagle Scout status. Just one example is the pavilion at Corbett Park (thanks to Eagle Scout Kevin Rombaut) and complete with eight picnic tables (thanks to Eagle Scout David Moon). Currently, troop meetings are on Tuesday evenings at 7:15

p.m. at Cornerstone Christian Academy. The troop numbers in the twenties and currently still is all male; prospective female members are welcome. Visitors are encouraged to experience club meetings. The troop also is very active with an outdoor activity every month. Visit http://bsa-troop111. Provided information

His accomplishment was even more remarkable considering he has a condition known as bronchiectasis that he never revealed publicly until the writing of this book. Only his parents, immediate family, and doctors knew about it. The lung disease, which he has had all his life, did not in any way hinder Ron’s participation in athletics at both the prep and collegiate level. In fact, competing in sports, running, and walking have benefitted him.

“But the book is so much more than a memoir and one game,” Ron says. “It’s a love story back in the time of teenage innocence. It’s about teammates, cheerleaders, classmates, coaches, teachers, soldiers and good people.”

One reviewer of the book said, “Ron has written a great tribute to the people, school, and town where he grew up showing how we are all made of a mosaic of memories – athletics to sicknesses to sledding. Good read!”

is available for purchase at Lift Bridge Book Shop in Brockport. Copies of the book are also available for borrowing at the Newman Riga Library in Churchville and the Chili Public Library. Provided

Scouts pose while attending and working at the 2010 Rotary BBQ

Rotary President Art Appleby with Eagle Scout candidate Bushnell after his August 11, 2021, project presentation. From Rotary photo archives.

Boy Scout Troop 111 presented a plaque to the Brockport Rotary in appreciation of many years Arthur Appleby (Rotary Representative), (Assistant Scoutmaster), and Peter DeCoste (Scoutmaster). Photo by Rotarian Brad Mitchell.

WEMOCO

CTE students win 12 medals, area vice presidency at SkillsUSA Area 1 Regionals newsmakers

Monroe 2-Orleans BOcES career and Technical Education students, teachers, staff and administrators made the drive from WEMOcO cTE c to Alfred State on March 7 for SkillsUSA New York State Area 1 regionals. Twelve medals and an officer position made the ride back with them.

Two BO c ES 2 c TE students placed first in their respective competitions. Steven Kent (h Equipment Operation and Maintenance, Greece) earned gold in Action Skills while Eloy “EJ” Soto (carpentry, Brockport) garnered the top spot in carpenter Assistant Basic.

WEMO c O students won five silver medals. Logan c ameron (Introduction to c onstruction Trades, Greece) placed second in carpenter Assistant Basic. Second place in Small Engine Service Basic went to William ross (Outdoor powersports Technology, Brockport). Mika richardson (Welding, Greece) nabbed the second spot in Welding while Abigail Steines (criminal Justice, Gates c placed second in cpr /First Aid. rounding out the second-place finishers was Macaria Johnson (cosmetology, Spencerport) in the cosmetology Senior competition.

Five WEMOcO students placed third in competitions: Arrow peryea (Digital and Visual n ication, Gates c hili) in photography; Katherine Zerrillo (Digital and Visual communication, churchville-chili) in Advertising Design; Tiana Yaw-Owen (c metology, Brockport) in Esthetics Skin c with Ariana Sutton ( c o smetology, Greece) serving as the model; and Arrieanna Brown (Medical Laboratory Assisting and phlebotomy, h ilton) in Job Interview.

The next step in SkillsUSA competitions is the New York State SkillsUSA competition held in Syracuse at the end of April.

A lso at r egionals, Kayla Waddle-Martin (Dental Assisting, Greece) was named New York State Area 1 Vice president. provided information and photos

The following students were named to the fall 2022 dean’s list at rochester Institute of Technology:

• Caleb Maynard of Spencerport, who is in the computing and information technologies program.

•Cesar Depaz of Spencerport, who is in the new media design program.

• Amanda Brongo of Spencerport, who is in the illustration program.

•Aurora Kraus of hilton, who is in the packaging science program.

• Daniel Yu of North chili, who is in the microelectronic engineering program.

•Summer DiStefano o f r ochester (14623), who is in the computer science program.

•Alex Trostle of Brockport, who is in the electrical engineering program.

• Sebastian Steigerwald of c hurchville, who is in the mechanical engineering technology program.

• Olivia Lydon of North chili, who is in the applied arts and sciences program.

• Zayneb Ghazle of Spencerport, who is in the physician assistant program.

• Thomas Augello of rochester (14624), who is in the hospitality and tourism management program.

• Chris Lewis of churchville, who is in the mechanical engineering program.

• Zack French-Hale of churchville, who is in the communication program.

•Adam Wuest of hilton, who is in the industrial engineering program.

• Nathan Bloom of churchville, who is in the computing security program.

• Michael Laber of h i lton, who is in the mechanical engineering program.

•Hannah McGroarty o f r ochester (14624), who is in the applied arts and sciences program.

• Lindsey Greene of rochester (14624), who is in the biomedical sciences program.

• Paige Arieno of rochester (14624), who is in the environmental science program.

•Leah Norton of rochester (14624), who is in the international business program.

•Emily Castrichini of rochester (14624), who is in the graphic design program.

•Kevin Billotti of hilton, who is in the game design and development program.

•Mak Friery of rochester (14624), who is in the interior design program.

• Sheridan Grady of Brockport, who is in the interior design program.

•Alex Carey of rochester (14624), who is in the management information systems program.

• Savanna Calisto of Spencerport, who is in the diagnostic medical sonography program.

• Ceili Lipp of Spencerport, who is in the microelectronic engineering program.

• Maddy Marcus of rochester (14624), who is in the applied arts and sciences program.

• Wilson Huang of Brockport, who is in the finance program.

• Calvin Moulton of Spencerport, who is in the electrical engineering program.

•Christopher Ferrari of Spencerport, who is in the marketing program.

• Elizabeth Ferrari of Spencerport, who is in the accounting program.

•Elizabeth Eschler of Spencerport, who is in the English program.

•Nick Iuppa of hilton, who is in the chemical engineering program.

•Giuliana Lincoln of Brockport, who is in the chemical engineering program.

• Genna Delvecchio of hilton, who is in the new media design program.

• Shawna Gross of Spencerport, who is in the illustration program.

•Ashley Miller of rochester (14624), who is in the packaging science program.

• David Andolina of rochester (14624), who is in the accounting program.

•Emma Kane of Spencerport (14559), who is in the physician assistant program.

•Arielle Read of rochester (14624), who is in the criminal justice program.

•Fred Planz of rochester (14624), who is in the electrical engineering technology program.

•Nick Leary of Spencerport, who is in the mechanical engineering program.

• Daniel Talbott of rochester (14624), who is in the mechanical engineering technology program.

• ONe O’Neill of churchville, who is in the ASL-English interpretation program.

•Patrick Philippy of churchville, who is in the computer science program.

•Ciara Bailey of rochester (14624), who is in the biomedical sciences program.

• Kristen Walker of h i lton, who is in the museum studies program.

• Sedrick Thomas of rochester (14624), who is in the management information systems program.

• Martina Videva of North chili, who is in the biochemistry program.

list to be continued in future edition

Mika Richardson, Abigail Steines, Gates Chili

Arrow Peryea, Gates Chili

Katherine Zerrillo, Churchville-Chili

Tiana Yaw-Owen, Brockport, & Ariana Sutton, Greece Arrieanna Brown, Hilton

Macaria Johnson, Spencerport

Kayla Waddle-Martin, Greece

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Scout Troop 111 honors Brockport Rotary for its longtime support and sponsorship

Boy Scout Troop 111 recently presented Brockport Rotary with a plaque representing appreciation for many years (about 50) of club sponsorship and support. Long-time Rotarian and 2021-22 Club President Arthur Appleby accepted the award at the Troop’s recent Court of Awards Dinner.

Rotary sponsorship of Troop 111 is believed to have begun in 1972. Over the years, the Scouts also have aided Rotary with many of its large projects including the long-time Ziti Dinner, the BBQ and Music Festival, and BISCO’s Duck Derby.

Memory and Compilation . In this work of non-fiction, Ron tells the story of his role in a record-breaking basketball game and shares memories of the school and community in the 1960s.

On Friday night, January 8, 1965, the 5-1 ChurchvilleChili boys basketball team hosted Greece Arcadia in the Saints gym. It was the first game of the new year and would turn out to be school record-breaking as C-C won 101-55. All 14 Saints on the roster played and scored. Ron, a junior non-starter, became a one-game wonder when he scored a game-high 16 points in almost two quarters of action on the hardwood. He couldn’t miss, draining seven straight perimeter shots in the “pre-3-pointer era.”

Ron says he “never had a C-C varsity game quite like that again.”

His accomplishment was even more remarkable considering he has a condition known as bronchiectasis that he never revealed publicly until the writing of this book. Only his parents, immediate family, and doctors knew about it. The lung disease, which he has had all his life, did not in any way hinder Ron’s participation in athletics at both the prep and collegiate level. In fact, competing in sports, running, and walking have benefitted him.

“But the book is so much more than a memoir and one game,” Ron says. “It’s a love story back in the time of teenage innocence. It’s about teammates, cheerleaders, classmates, coaches, teachers, soldiers and good people.”

One reviewer of the book said, “Ron has written a great tribute to the people, school, and town where he grew up showing how we are all made of a mosaic of memories – athletics to sicknesses to sledding. Good read!”

One-Game Wonder is available for purchase at Lift Bridge Book Shop in Brockport. Copies of the book are also available for borrowing at the Newman Riga Library in Churchville and the Chili Public Library.

Provided information and photo

The troop has produced around 60 Eagle Scouts since beginning in 1959, the majority of whom have had their projects supported at least in part by Brockport Rotary. The prospective Eagle Scouts served as guest speakers at a club meeting where they presented their projects, usually involving extensive schematics, funding sources, and more. There have been many exceptional projects planned and completed by those seeking Eagle Scout status. Just one example is the pavilion at Corbett Park (thanks to Eagle Scout Kevin Rombaut) and complete with eight picnic tables (thanks to Eagle Scout David Moon).

111 presented a plaque to the Brockport Rotary in appreciation of many years of sponsorship and support. Shown are (l-r), Justin McMillan (Assistant Scoutmaster), Arthur Appleby (Rotary Representative), Kevin Rombaut (Assistant Scoutmaster), and Peter DeCoste (Scoutmaster). Photo by Rotarian Brad Mitchell.

Currently, troop meetings are on Tuesday evenings at 7:15

p.m. at Cornerstone Christian Academy. The troop numbers in the twenties and currently still is all male; prospective female members are welcome. Visitors are encouraged to experience club meetings. The troop also is very active with an outdoor activity every month. Visit http://bsa-troop111. org/ for more information on Troop 111. Provided information

Scouts pose while attending and working at the 2010 Rotary BBQ and Music Festival. From Rotary photo archives.

Rotary President Art Appleby with Eagle Scout candidate Ethan Bushnell after his August 11, 2021, project presentation. From Rotary photo archives.

Boy Scout Troop

Spaces available for Hilton Community Indoor Flea Market

There are still spaces available for participants to apply for the Hilton Community Indoor Flea Market, which will be held at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, Hilton, on Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Applications are available at the Parma Town Hall, Parma Public Library, Friends of the Parma Library, Hilton Family Restaurant, Hilton Tops, Liberty Hollow, Parma Commons, or by calling Pat at 752-0515. Provided information

Tops expands Flashfood program

Tops Friendly Markets is expanding its program with Flashfood, a digital marketplace that provides shoppers with access to heavily discounted food nearing its best-by date, to 18 additional stores including Albion, Greece, Hamlin, Hilton, and Spencerport. The latest expansion of the Flashfood program brings the total number of Tops stores offering Flashfood to 68 across Western New York. For a complete list, go to flashfood. com/locations/home.

Since first introduced in August 2020, Tops and Flashfood have saved shoppers more than $2.4 million on their grocery bills and diverted 985,358 pounds of food from reaching landfill. The food saved amounts to over 350,000 family meals, and the equivalent emissions saved from diverting the food from landfill are of over 1 million miles driven by the average passenger vehicle. With this latest expansion, Tops and Flashfood expect to hit 1 million pounds of food waste saved in the coming weeks.

“Part of Tops’ core mission is eradicating hunger and Flashfood is an innovative tool that allows us to pro-

vide quality product at a discounted price helping with the bottom line, all while diverting it from landfills,” said Jeff Culhane, Senior Vice President, Merchandising for Tops Friendly Markets.

With continued inflation challenges, food insecurity continues to impact families across North America, especially families in New York, where one in seven children face hunger (Feeding America). More than 2.5 million users have turned to Flashfood as a way to save up to 60% off high-quality items nearing their best-by date, such as meats, dairy, seafood, fresh fruits and vegetables. Shoppers conveniently browse and buy discounted food items directly through the Flashfood app on their mobile phone, and then pick up their order from the Flashfood Zone located inside their participating local Tops Friendly Market store.

To learn more about Flashfood, visit flashfood.com. To learn more about Tops sustainability commitments visit topsmarkets.com/sustainability/.

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Officials offer tips for tax season

With this year’s Tax Day less than a month away, New York Attorney General Letitia James, Monroe County Executive Adam Bello, and Rochester Mayor Malik D. Evans are raising awareness about tax credits that may be at New Yorkers’ disposal, to ensure taxpayers receive the benefits they have earned. Additionally, Attorney General James urged New Yorkers to stay vigilant and report any suspected tax scams to her office.

“Tax season may feel overwhelming to many New Yorkers, but thankfully there are resources available to lighten the load,” said Attorney General James. “I encourage all New Yorkers to take advantage of the organizations dedicated to helping out during the tax preparation process, and to utilize all of the tax breaks for which you qualify. Additionally, please stay vigilant against bad actors trying to take advantage, and you can always report concerns and complaints to my office.”

As part of their ongoing efforts to help New Yorkers file their taxes safely and help reduce the stress the tax filing process can cause, the officials want to ensure New Yorkers are aware of the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Free Filing program (https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-filedo-your-federal-taxes-for-free). Additionally, New York state has the Taxpayer Assistance Program (TAP) under which eligible New Yorkers can receive free virtual tax assistance from the state’s Department of Taxation and Finance (https://www.tax.ny.gov/ tap/). There are Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites where New Yorkers can get their tax returns prepared free of charge (https://www. irs.gov/individuals/free-tax-returnpreparation-for-qualifying-taxpayers). Locally, Creating Assets, Savings, and Hope (CASH), a community coalition, offers free tax preparation for eligible residents (https://roccitylibrary.org/ spotlight/taxes/). Anyone using a tax preparer is encouraged to check their qualifications and history through the

A Stone’s Throw

by Joanne Dunsmore

A crowd of angry witnesses gathered stones

A life sentence to perform

On a woman whose lifestyle

Was well known to be wrong.

Hamlin Lion Club & Partyka Farms are helping the Hamlin Ambulance to raise money for a life-saving machine that will greatly benefit the Hamlin, Morton and Walker communities.

Donate now to save lives

The judge that was present gave permission For guiltless the first stone to throw, While writing on the ground their guilt to show. One by one the crowd dwindled down Until there was none to be found.

Who condemns you the judge asked the woman looking around?

No one was her reply.

Therefore, the judge said neither do I!

Better Business Bureau and consult New York’s Consumer Bill of Rights Regarding Tax Preparers.

Attorney General James, County Executive Bello, and Mayor Evans also remind New Yorkers filing their taxes to apply for tax credits, which can reduce the amount of income tax you owe. Major programs available for eligible New Yorkers include the Empire State child credit, the property tax relief credit, the earned income credit, the solar energy system equipment credit, and many more. For more information about available tax credits, please visit New York state’s Department of Taxation and Finance income tax credit page, https://www. tax.ny.gov/pit/credits/income_tax_ credits.htm.

Additionally, the officials urge New Yorkers to remain vigilant against deceptive tax preparer schemes. One scheme to be aware of is tax preparers who deceptively claim to get your tax refund quicker, but will charge high interest rates and fees in the form of Tax Refund Advance Loans. Additional schemes include tax preparers who manipulate your financials to illegally inflate your tax return, and fraudsters who make false promises of free tax preparation services, only to deceive people into paying for those services.

Any New Yorker who suspects that they are a victim of a scam are encouraged to report it to the Office of the Attorney General by submitting a complaint online or calling 800771-7755. Tax scams should also be reported to the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 800-366-4484.

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Blood Drives

•American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 21, from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Albion Elks Lodge.

Classes/Workshops/Webinars

•Hands-Only CPR training classes on Tuesday, March 21, at 1 and 1:45 p.m., at the Albion Elks Lodge 1006, 428 West State Street, Albion. These 30-minute courses are designed to be quick, simple, and easy to learn, and can make the difference between life and death for others. Those interested in participating should visit https://www. signupgenius.com/go/10c094aacac22a1f4c25hands2?useFullSite=true#/. Space is limited. For information, call Assemblyman Hawley’s office at 585-589-5780.

•Lifestyle as Medicine Lecture Series with Dr. Alan Goldhamer, presenting “How to Use Diet and Fasting to Delay Death and Debility,” on Thursday, March 23, at 7 p.m. Dr. Goldhamer, an expert on medically supervised, water-only fasting, discusses how diet and fasting can help delay death and debility. Register at https://rochesterlifestylemedicine.org/calendar to receive Zoom link. Free; donations encouraged.

Events

•Multiple farms in the Genesee Valley open their grounds and sugarhouses for Maple Weekends on March 18, 19, 25 and 26. Check mapleweekend. nysmaple.com to find participating maple farms.

•The Village of Brockport presents a Winter Serenades concert featuring The Freedom Trio on Sunday, March 19, 3 to 4:30 p.m., at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 14 State Street, Brockport. YouTube live streaming available at stlukesbrockport.org. For information, call 637-5300 ext. 110 or visit www.brockportny.org.

•The Opera Guild of Rochester is holding a free lecture series at Brighton Memorial Library, 2300 Elmwood Avenue. All lectures will be held at 6 p.m. and will feature video clips. On March 22 Cindy Battisti will present “Magical Moments from the Ring!” an Introduction to Wagner’s Four Opera Epic. On March 29 Carol Crocca will present “Puccini Plum: La fanciulla del west,” highlighting one of Puccini’s masterworks. Learn more at https://www.operaguildofrochester.org/ lecture-listening-series.

•The Fairy Godmothers of Rochester are holding Prom Fair 2023 throughout March from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday and 4 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday at Marketplace Mall – North Entrance (across from Spencer Gifts). Dresses are $5, accessories $1 each (limit one per type). Open to juniors and seniors enrolled in and attending high school who have financial need. Bring valid school ID or a letter from a guidance counselor on school letterhead.

•Rochester Oratorio Society presents Mozart’s Requiem on Friday, March 24, 7:30 p.m., at Hochstein Performance Hall, 50 Plymouth Avenue North, Rochester. Get tickets at https://rossings. org/allevents/mozarts-requiem/.

•Multi-generational Trivia Night to be held at St. Christopher Church, 3350 Union Street, North Chili, on March 25 at 5:30 p.m. Admission of $5 includes four rounds of trivia, crockpot food, drinks, dessert, and prizes. All ages are welcome. For information call 585-484-9399 or email stchristncny@gmail.com.

•St. George’s Episcopal Church will host an electronics recycling event to benefit Camp Good Days on March 25 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the church, 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton. Also held in conjunction with the event will be a used book sale in the church building. For information, call 585-392-4099 or email stgeorges@frontiernet.net.

•The Great Batavia Train Show will be held on Sunday, March 26, at the Richard C. Call Arena on the campus of Genesee Community College in Batavia. Show hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $6 adults, $3 under age18, and free for children under 13. Parking is free, and a snack bar will be available. All forms of model railroad and train-related merchandise will be available. For information, visit www.gsme.org or email bataviatrainshow@gsme.org.

•Sing with the Rochester Oratorio Society under Artistic Director Eric Townell on March 27 and April 3 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Asbury First United Methodist Church. These rehearsals are open to all, no auditions necessary, and will feature choral classics. For information, go to https://rossings. org/allevents/ros-open-rehearsals-spring-2023/.

•Holley Central Schools in having a District Wide Art Show (K-12) on March 30, 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the High School Light Court A. Refreshments will be available for purchase. There will also be free raffles and a community art project.

•Harpsichordist and Eastman graduate Lindsey Williams will be bringing the music of the Baroque era to Spencerport on April 1 at 2 p.m. with a special concert titled “Music in the Court of the King.” The concert will take place at the First Congregational Church, 65 Church Street, Spencerport. Following the performance, food will be available for purchase in the Fellowship Hall. Free and open to the public; donations will be accepted to further support Lindsey’s musical career.

Fundraisers

•Spaghetti Dinner on Thursday, March 23, from 4 p.m. until gone at The Farmer’s Table, 1700 Lake Road, Hamlin. Dine in or take out. Cost is $10 for adults, $8 for children 12 and under. All proceeds will go to Maria Dulus who is recovering from a serious auto accident.

•Lasagna Dinner by Eastern Star Chapter #183 on Saturday, March 25 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. or until sold out. Dinners are $12 each. Drive-thru only at Brockport VFW, 222 West Avenue. Reservations required by calling 392-8286.

•Beef-on-Weck Dinner on Saturday, March 25, serving from 4 to 6 p.m. at Morton Baptist Church, 1152 County Line Road. Take out - price $12. For tickets call 659-2527.

•The SUNY Brockport Physical Education Majors Club will host EGG-A-PALOOZA on Sunday, April 2, at 1 p.m. on the SUNY Brockport football field. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos at 1 p.m. with games and activities for children. The Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 2 p.m. There will be a kiddy hunt for the little ones and a big hunt for the older kids. Pre-registration is $5; go to https://forms.gle/hEoqhG61ynXkj7e38 to register a child. Tickets will be $10 at the door. All proceeds will help Physical Education Majors with professional development opportunities.

•Easter Ham Raffle on April 1, 1 to 5 p.m., at Ferris-Goodridge Squadron #330, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Tickets are a $1 donation each. Raffling ten hams (four to six pounds) and other items. Need not be present to win. Beer, snacks, and soda will be available.

•Sunday Breakfast at Ferris-Goodridge Legion, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport, will be held on Sunday, April 2, due to Easter being the second Sunday of April. All you can eat for $10 per person for adults, $5 for children ages 5-10.

•The Hilton Alumni Association is holding a Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, April 15, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Hilton Exempts Club, 137 South Avenue, Hilton. Enjoy a night of Las Vegas style games, raffles, auctions, food and a cash bar. Reservations are $50 for a single entry and $90 for a double entry and can be made at www.hiltonalumniassociation.org (limited number available).

Those unable to attend who wish to support the fundraising effort can make a donation or offer an auction item or gift basket for the raffles. Call 585-330-3755 for more information.

•Go all in for Aurora House at their Casino Night fundraiser on April 21 at the Italian American Community Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The night features hors d’oeuvres, live music, gaming chips, raffles and prizes. Find more information and purchase tickets at aurorahousewmc.com.

Government Meetings

•Chili: Parks & Recreation Committee meets March 21, 6 p.m., at 3237 Chili Avenue.

•Hamlin: Zoning Board of Appeals – March 20, 7 p.m., at the Town Hall, 1658 Lake Road.

•Parma: Planning Board – March 20, 7 p.m.; Town Board – March 21, 6:30 p.m.

Health/Help

•Residents in the Riga area are welcome to come to Union Church, 14 North Main Street, Churchville, to pick up a box of nutritious food for their families. Distribution is made the fourth Wednesday of each month between 4 and 5 p.m. Drive into the church parking lot and follow the signs. For information, call 293-1665.

Historical

•The Gates Historical Society presents a program on Monday, March 20, at 7 p.m. in the Gates Town Hall Annex. Rick Iekel, author of The Roc: Journey thru the 20th Century, will tell the story of Rochester’s 100 year old aviation facility (the airport) from an insider’s point of view. This program is free and is handicapped accessible. Books will be available for purchase.

•The Clarkson Historical Society will host Greece collector Don Newcomb as he presents “Tools of the Past: Basic to Beams” on Tuesday, April 4, at 7 p.m. in the Clarkson Academy, 8343 West Ridge Road. Newcomb will talk about early American tools, and how they were used in building the first homes in the colonies. Admission is free and the public is invited.

Library Programs

•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/ Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ABC Storytime is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. Join to read, talk, sing and play your way through the alphabet. For information, call 9642320, go to hamlinlibraryny.org or visit the library’s Facebook page.

•Newman Riga Library, 1 South Main Street, Churchville, is open Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p. m.; Tuesdays/Thursdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join Ms. Jenna for Preschool Storytime Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. now through March 30. Stories, fingerplays, songs and fun for children ages 3-5. No registration is required. For information, call 293-2009, go to newmanrigalibrary.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.

•Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (opening at 10 a.m. every third Friday). Story time every Tuesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. Rotating registration-required kids events every Thursday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Drawing Club (first Thursday), LEGO Club (second Thursday), ROCDOG Therapy Dog Visit (third Thursday), Pokémon Trainers Club (fourth Thursday). Walking Club for all ages every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., meeting at the library. Adult Book Club meets every fourth Thursday. More information at OgdenLibrary.com or on facebook. com/ogdenfarmerslibrary.

•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Attracting Pollinators to Your Garden – Monday, March 20, 7 to 8 p.m., presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Discuss the wide range of pollinators and what gardeners can do to make their yard more attractive to them including a list of native plants. Register to receive a Zoom link for this online event. Baby Storytime & Sensory Play – Tuesday, March 21, 10:30 a.m., recommended for ages 0-3. Teen Tuesday – March 21, 3 to 4 p.m., for youth in grades 7-12 to enjoy snacks, games, crafts, and Netflix. Craft Kit: Paper Hyacinth Bouquet – Tuesday, March 21, 6 to 6:30 p.m., register to reserve a kit that includes colored paper and instructions. You will need glue stick and scissors. There is an optional Zoom tutorial at 6 p.m. Wednesday Storytime – March 22, 10:30 a.m., recommended for ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome. Ida Tarbell: Muckraking Journalists and the Fight Against Rockefeller – Thursday, March 23, 2:30 to 4 p.m., presented by Mark Sample, Professor of History & Sociology at Monroe Community College, please register. Ida Tarbell was one of the most famous journalists for McClure’s magazine and wrote a history-making expose and book about the bad business practices of John Rockefeller’s Standard Oil Company. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.

•This is a sample of programs held at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, 637-1050. For complete information, visit seymourlibraryweb. org. Programs marked with an * require advance registration. The Seymour Library will be closed on Monday, March 20, for staff training. The library will reopen on Tuesday, March 21, at 10 a.m. Identity Thief – presented by M & T bank, Tuesday March 21, 2 to 3:30 p.m., or Thursday, March 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Finger Knitting Snakes* – Thursday, March 23, 4 to 5 p.m., for grades 4-8, all materials provided. Learn simple stitches to begin a new hobby and bring home a colorful finger-knitted snake. In Stitches* – Friday, March 24, noon to 2 p.m., Leslie Boedicker will be teaching the basics of Filet Net Embroidery Lace. The Friends of the Seymour Library will be hosting their Spring Book Sale on Wednesday, April 19, through Saturday, April 22, and the Foundation of the Seymour Library presents After Hours 2023, Musicals and Mischief, on Saturday, April 29. More information to follow for both events.

Meetings

•The Hubbard Springs Garden Club of Chili meets the third Monday of each month (September through June), 6:30 p.m., at the Chili Recreation Center, Room 212, 3237 Chili Avenue. New members welcome. Contact Maryann Wagner (President) at 585-766-1077, for information.

•Hamlin Morton Walker Board of Fire Commissioners holds a regular business meeting on Monday, March 20, at 7 p.m. and a workshop meeting on Thursday, March 23, at 7 p.m. All meetings are held at the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Building, 1521 Lake Road, Hamlin.

•Brockport Fire District meets Monday, March 20, 6:30 p.m., at Station #3, 191 West Avenue, Brockport.

•Annual Seymour Library meeting is Tuesday, March 28, 7 p.m., at the Sweden Town Park Lodge, 4761 Redman Road. Participants will include the Seymour Library Board, Brockport Village Board, Clarkson Town Board, and Sweden Town Board. Topics pertaining to the library’s operation will be discussed. The public is welcome to attend.

Seniors

•Celebrate the 39th year of the Hilton-Parma Senior Center on Wednesday, April 19, at Pinewood Country Club. Doors open at 4 p.m. with light appetizers, with dinner to follow at 5 p.m. and entertainment by Harv Evans (Elvis tribute) to begin at 6 p.m. Open to any seniors in Parma, Hilton, and the surrounding communities. The cost is $22 per person and the registration deadline is Wednesday, April 12. Call 392-9030 for tickets.

Sports & Recreation

•Chili Challenger Baseball is now accepting registrations for 2023 participation. The program is open to children and adults with physical and mental challenges. The season will consist of six Sunday evening games throughout June and July, played at Davis Park. An additional game will be played at Innovative Field (formerly Frontier Field) and participants will see a Red Wings game. To register or request additional information, email challenge@chilibaseball.org or rich. randall24@yahoo.com. The deadline to register is April 15.

Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser to benefit Maria Dulus

A Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser will be held on Thursday, March 23, from 4 p.m. until gone at The Farmer’s Table, 1700 Lake Road, Hamlin. Dinners are available for dine in or take out. Cost is $10 for adults, $8 for children 12 and under. All proceeds will go directly to Maria Dulus.

On the morning of December 15, 2022, Maria was involved in a car accident while running family errands. Her truck hit black ice; she made every attempt to avoid the accident, however, the truck flipped hitting several trees and landing on its side. Maria is a mother of three with grandchildren. She has been a cashier at Hamlin Tops for over 15

years and is a friendly face to all.

Maria requires serious medical care and is seeking assistance for her medical bills, transportation, in house nursing, and grocery bills.

The fundraiser is being sponsored by Hamlin Pizza Shack, Hamlin Lions Club, The Farmer’s Table, and Tops Friendly Markets. Provided information and photo

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RMSC President/CEO Hillary Olson honored with Women of Excellence Award

The RMSC’s President/CEO, Hillary Olson, has been recognized as a 2023 Rochester Business Journal Women of Excellence honoree.

The Women of Excellence award identifies high-achieving women for their tremendous career accomplishments. The honorees are selected based on their professional experience, community involvement, leadership and sustained commitment to mentoring. Hillary Olson. File photo.

“I am honored and humbled to receive this recognition alongside such incredibly inspirational women of our region,” said Hillary Olson. “I’m grateful to be part of the RMSC organization, its board of trustees and staff who I share this accomplishment with. I will continue its mission to inspire a better future for all through curiosity, exploration, and participation in science, culture, and the natural world.”

An Ogden native, Olson has worked in the field of science education for almost 30 years and is in her fifth year leading the RMSC. She will be presented with the Women of Excellence award on Tuesday, May 2, at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center. Provided information

CNB remains in a strong financial position

In light of recent news stories regarding the challenges of a few financial institutions, Canandaigua National Bank & Trust (CNB) officials say it remains well capitalized and well positioned to continue to serve its customers and community. CNB is an insured Member FDIC financial institution which protects its deposits.

“As a community bank, we reinvest our deposits back into the communities we serve,” said CNB President and CEO Frank H. Hamlin III. “CNB manages and maintains a diversified approach to deposits, lending, and funding sources reducing our risk to impacts of a single industry or investment. We also make decisions locally, which means that we focus on our local economy’s health and wellbeing.”

“The Rochester region has always been economically stable,” said Hamlin.

“We are not saturated with venture capital and start-ups, as seen in areas like Silicon Valley and thus not subject to the volatility experienced by start-up companies not in a position to survive adverse economic conditions.”

Founded in 1887, Canandaigua National Bank & Trust is the region’s only local, full-service, community-owned financial institution, with 25 branches in Ontario and Monroe counties, as well as three Financial Services Offices, located in Canandai-

gua, Bushnell’s Basin, and downtown Rochester. Together they offer a full range of financial services for individuals, businesses, municipalities, and notfor-profit organizations. For more information, visit CNBank.com.

Customers with questions may call CNB’s Customer Call Center at 585-394-4260, or toll-free at 800-724-2621.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Are my deposits safe at Canandaigua National Bank & Trust:

A: CNB is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. All deposits up to $250,000 are protected by FDIC. Additionally, CNB has significant liquidity through multiple funding sources.

Q: Are deposits over $250,000 insured?

A: At present, the federal government has stated protections will be extended for deposits over $250,000 for the banks in tumult. A reciprocal deposit program utilized during the Great Recession and the pandemic to insure deposits over and above the FDIC protected $250,000 limit.

Q: What makes CNB different?

A: We have 137 years of historical success through the Great Depression, two world wars and the Great Recession. CNB is local: deposits, decision making, and experience across a broad set of business which comprise a balanced, diversified set of loan portfolios. Our investment portfolio represents a small portion of our balance sheet and is weighted toward providing liquidity for the funding of loans.

roberts establishes endowed scholarship with Flower City down syndrome network

Roberts Wesleyan University President Deana L. Porterfield was joined by Flower City Down Syndrome Network (FCDSN) Board President Brian Callahan and university faculty on March 9 to solidify a new scholarship program that aims to attract more students who will professionally serve individuals with Down syndrome. The FCDSN awarded Roberts Wesleyan a $30,000 grant, establishing an endowed scholarship to assist students pursuing careers that serve people with Down syndrome.

The scholarship, which ranges from $500 to $1,000 annually, will be awarded to currently enrolled traditional undergraduate or graduate students making satisfactory progress toward their degree in teacher education, special education, school psychology, occupational therapy, pre-physical therapy, or other related health and human services fields. Successful applicants in good academic standing must also demonstrate a passion for

death notices

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•Caswell, Marcia S., of Rochester, died March 9, 2023, just days before her 85th birthday. She is predeceased by her parents, George Suitt and Donna Chambers Suitt; her sister, Helen Suitt Stansell; and her step-daughter, Tina Genung. She is survived by her husband of nearly 45 years, Gary T. Caswell; her sister, Judith (Bryan) Guiliano; her son, Dave (Tracy) Behnke; her step-daughters, Heather (Kevin) Caswell Hathaway and Rebecca (Robert) Root; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Marcia was a nurse and worked at Highland Hospital, Hurlbut Nursing Home, and retired from St. John’s Home. She enjoyed cooking, and was a masterful baker.

Family and friends are invited to attend Marcia’s Funeral Service on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the North Chili United Methodist Church, 2200 Westside Drive, Rochester. Donations can be made to Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450 in Marcia’s memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•Grigsby, Timothy T., died suddenly March 8, 2023 at age 56. He was predeceased by his mother, Beverly Grigsby. He is survived by his father, Richard Grigsby; and sisters, Susan and Cindy Grigsby. Tim served in the US Navy for five years and saw many ports of call. He went on to work in the US Post Office as both a mail carrier and mail clerk for 29 years. He enjoyed cooking, traveling, reading and spending time with his family.

Private Service and Interment at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

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Joanne (Joan) Marcello

Joanne (Joan) Marcello, 85, September 12, 1937 - March 8, 2023 Passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Predeceased by sisters Judy Benham and Beverly Bedore. Survived by sister Janet (Nadir) Minocher, sister Pat Cheffins, brother Donald (Judy) Benham. Joanne’s greatest legacy was her children: Predeceased by son Douglas Wayne Neva, 1962 (age 4), daughter Sandra Lee Neva 1976 (age 15), son Scott Douglas Neva 2018 (age 54). Survived by daughter Deborah (Terry) Furlong, The “Twins” Marc (Sarah) Marcello & Jon Marcello. Grandchildren: Jamie Neva, Brittany (Norm) Manuel, Christina (Nicholas) Gubiotti, Douglas Neva, Jacob Marcello, Ryker Marcello, Ally Jo Marcello (“Jo Jo”). Great Grandchildren: Austin, Aleha, Sophia, Rocco.

Joanne retired after many years of service to Lakeside Hospital in Brockport, NY. Nursing was so important, and she took the role of helping the sick heal very seriously.

We will miss you, Mom. We will cherish the memories we have made through the years close to our hearts, until we see you again. Your unconditional love and support will forever be the guiding light in our lives, and we will strive to make you proud for the rest of our days. Thank you for being our beloved “Mom”. We love you more than words can say.

Family will receive friends on Monday March 27th from 4-6 pm at the Fowler Funeral Home Inc., 340 West Ave., Brockport, followed by a funeral service at 6 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Brockport Food Shelf.

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•Flaherty, Patricia A., born in Rochester July 4, 1936. Died March 5, 2023. Pat is survived by her cousin, Maureen Galvin and Maureen’s family. Patricia grew up in the 19th Ward and graduated from West High School. She worked at Eastman Kodak Company until her retirement. In her free time, she was an avid skier and enjoyed playing cards with friends. She also loved socializing with friends and family at her cottage on Silver Lake in Perry, NY.

Private Service and Interment at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

or history of working with people with Down syndrome, and preference may be given to students with financial need.

“At a time when our country needs educators more than ever, especially educators who serve students with diverse abilities, Roberts is pleased to partner with Flower City Down Syndrome Network for this grant to help students advance their education with less financial burden,” said Kimberley Wiedefeld, vice president of enrollment management at Roberts Wesleyan University. “As someone with a personal connection to Down syndrome, it’s encouraging to see more resources allocated to programs in our community and more students expressing a dedicated interest and passion for serving individuals with Down syndrome and other diverse abilities post-graduation.”

Operating in the Greater Rochester area for more than 30 years, FCDSN provides education, support and opportunities

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•Embling, William H., died March 11, 2023 at age 92. Predeceased by his parents, Harold and Marion; sister, Julia (Gordon) Brodie; brother, Dallas (Opal); brothers-in-law, Charles Fletcher, Wayne Burlingame, Glenn and Nelson Neal. Survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Gertrude; children, Cheryl (Jay) Fridley and Gretchen (Frank) Tortora; grandchildren, Frankie, Carolynn and Marissa; siblings, Helen Fletcher, Marjorie (Robert) Dix, Clyde (Audrey) Embling, Dorothy Burlingame and Lorraine (Jack) Hendrickson; and several nieces, nephews and dear friends. Willie was a retiree of the Riga Highway Department, but was always a farmer at heart. After marrying the love of his life, he built their home across the street from the family farm and it was there that he lived the remainder of his life. He taught his grandchildren to drive tractors and heavy equipment starting when they were very young and always made sure that each one had a tractor to drive and a bike to ride when they were visiting. His Funeral Service was held Saturday, March 18 at 11 a.m. at the Union Congregational Church of Christ, 14 North Main Street, Churchville. Interment, Creekside Cemetery. Contributions in his memory can be made to the UCC Church Memorial Committee, Work Group, PO Box 123, Churchville, NY 14428.

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•Seaman, Frederick F. Jr. “Bud,” age 91, died March 13, 2023 after a short illness. He was born September 10, 1931 in Rochester, the son of the late Frederick and Alice (Stewart) Seeman Sr., Sister, Shirley Ertle and Brother William Seeman. Frederick is survived by his wife Carole; his children Brenda (Dale) Shade, Paul (Jeannine) Seeman, Frederick (Melissa) Seeman, James (Jennifer) Seeman and Matt (Kelly) Seeman; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and sisters in law. The family spent over 50 years living in Clarendon. Frederick served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves from 1948-1951. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1952. Private First Class Seeman was sent to Korea with the 19th Group, 8th Army Combat Engineers. Services were held March 17 at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, Holley. Interment with Military Honors will take place at a later date at Hillside Cemetery. Donations can be made to Clarendon Fire Company, P.O. Box 136, Clarendon NY 14429 in his memory. To share a special memory of Bud, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

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•Dixson, Shirley A. “Nana” (Weaver), died March 7, 2023, at age 72. Predeceased by her loving husband, Robert D. Dixson. Survived by her daughter, Rebecca (Steven) Tricamo; grandchildren, Brittnie (Chris) Conlon, Zachary (Ashley) Peck, Mickayla (Bryan) Brennan, Janine (Amanda) Gardner; twelve great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Horrocks, Carol (Dale) Dunn, Sue (James) Uhl, Rose (Paul) Egan, April Parrish; several nieces and nephews. Visitation for Shirley was held Saturday, March 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport. A Memorial Service was held following visitation from 1 to 2 p.m. Donations in Shirley’s memory can be made to Hospice of Rochester, 224 Alexander Street, Rochester NY 14607.

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•Floyd, Ruth B., died March 8, 2023 at age 97. Ruth was predeceased by her parents, Louie and Helen Bennett; her husband of 60 years, Robert A. Floyd; her sister, Betty Willard; her brother, Robert Bennett; her son, Ronald Floyd; and her daughter-in-law, Karen Floyd. She is survived by her sons, Rick (Robin) Floyd and Robert (Karen Titus) Floyd; her grandchildren, David (Alison), Dorothy (Marius), Daniel, Donna Ruth (Nyambe), Debbie (Andrew), Ben (Christina), Jim (Alea), Serena (Adam), and Merlin; her eleven greatgrandchildren; her sister-in-law, Joan Wyland; and her nieces and nephews. Ruth grew up in Spencerport, moving to Hilton after her marriage to Robert. She worked for many years as a Dental Hygienist for Dr. Shulman and others. She was a member of the Hilton Baptist Church for 74 years. She enjoyed reading and playing cards, and was active in her bridge club into her 90’s.

Family and friends are invited to attend Ruth’s Funeral Service on Saturday, March 18, at 11 a.m. at the Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton. The Celebration of Ruth’s Life will continue with a reception in the Lloyd Room, following her service. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Parma Union Cemetery. Donations can be made to the Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468 in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

to people with Down syndrome and their families. The local not-for-profit corporation was established in 1991 by a small group of parents who saw a need to help educate and support Rochester-area families and community members who have been touched by Down syndrome. Throughout the years, the organization has grown into an expansive network of devoted professionals, self-advocates and volunteers who work to ensure individuals with Down syndrome realize their full potential and are included in every aspect of their communities. Visit https://fcdsn.com to learn more about FCDSN’s resources and impact on the community. For more information about Roberts Wesleyan’s undergraduate and graduate programming in education, occupational therapy, health and other human services fields, visit roberts.edu. Provided information

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•Peck, Lori J., died March 10, 2023 at age 64. Lori is predeceased by her father, Dr. Lowell Ewart, professor of Horticulture at Michigan State University. She is survived by her husband, Greg Peck; daughter Tammie; sons Andrew (Kelly) and Greg; grandchildren Jacob, Aubrey, Aidan and Andrew; and sister Cindy Kranz. Lori’s pride and joy was her family and friends. She had a lifetime love and compassion for all animals. Lori was an avid gardener and one with nature. Services were held March 16 at the Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport. Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to Mr. Grey’s Strays in her memory.

KenT •Harper, Patricia K. Gabrielson, 10/22/1962 – 03/10/2023. Patty died March 10, 2023 at age 60. She was pre-deceased by her biological parents, an older brother, her step-father Lance, and her beloved son, Tommy. She is survived by her husband of many years, Tom; her son Anthony; her parents, Charles and Alberta Root; her brothers Lyle (Brenda) Gabrielson and Paul (Cesler) Root; her sisters, Linda (Mark) Molina, Judy Murphy, Laura Phillips, Elaine (Tim) Gabrielson, Gail (Colin) Martin and Renee’ (Jeff) Ross; many nieces and nephews. She fought bravely the COPD that had damaged her lungs. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 18 at 12 noon at the Shiloh Church, 3286 Crandall Road, Albion. Please consider making a donation to the family in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Fowler Funeral Home, Brockport.

Ogden •Cammarata, Patricia A. “Mrs. C” (Cubiotti), died March 5, 2023, at age 78. Predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Josephine Cubiotti; granddaughter, Cassandra Cammarata; sisters-in-law, Bernice Cubiotti and Delores Cubiotti. Survived by her loving husband, Salvatore Cammarata; children, Russell (Terry Creller) Cammarata, Samuel (Jasmina Salkic) Cammarata, Salvatore (Kim) Cammarata; grandchildren, Sammantha (Pat Cioppa) Cammarata, Maisie Cammarata, Amanda (Matt) Cremaldi, Joseph (Rhiannon) Cammarata, Russell Cammarata, John Cammarata, Tori Marie Cammarata, Marisa Lynn Cammarata; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Phillip (Katherine) Cubiotti, George Cubiotti, Samuel Cubiotti, and Shawn (Karen) Cubiotti. Patricia was devoted to her family. She loved her job at the Monroe County Health Department and enjoyed her leisure time shopping, gardening, and spending time with loved ones. Her Funeral Mass was held March 14 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Spencerport. Donations in Patricia’s memory can be made to Golisano Children’s Hospital, 4 Marway Circle Rochester, NY 14642, or to Catholic Family Center, 87 North Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604.

•Dunkleman, William J. III, died suddenly March 8, 2023, at age 53. Bill is survived by his best friend and daughter, Brianna Nicole (Patrick Foote); parents, Bill and Sylvia (Quattrone) Dunkleman; sister, Susan (Kevin) Palmer; niece and nephew, Sydney and Zachary Palmer; and furry grandson, Toby “Skippy.” Bill’s passions were his daughter, Brianna, supporting his parents and the band KISS.

Family and friends are invited to his Celebration of Life at Knuckle’s Knockout Bar & Grill, 25 Old Scottsville-Chili Road, Rochester on Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 2 to 6 p.m. Private interment. Contributions can be made to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450 in his memory.

The Spencerport Rotary Club has selected the Spencerport Tops Friendly Market as its Business of the Month. The team at Tops is led by Store Manager Cindy Hook. Pictured are Rotarian Mike Zale; Dakota Ruhlman, Customer Service Representative; Cindy Hook, Store Manager; Rotarians Kosmos Mihalitsas and Anne Forberg. Provided information and photo.

St. George’s to host electronics recycling and used book sale

St. George’s Episcopal Church in Hilton will host an electronics recycling event to benefit Camp Good Days on March 25 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the church. Also held in conjunction with the event will be a used book sale in the church building.

Area community members may drop off their used electronic equipment, mobile devices, office equipment, cable and entertainment devices, and other electronic pieces free of charge for recycling by Sunnking. All proceeds from the recycled materials will be donated to Camp Good Days for their programs. Devices containing freon and gasoline powered equipment cannot be accepted at this event.

Get out & grow!

by Kristina Gabalski

Bare-root seedlings – there are advantages

by Kristina Gabalski

There are many choices when deciding what to plant in your landscape. Trees are a fantastic addition because they add long-time beauty, shade, habitat for animals and pollinators, and a sense of place. When you purchase trees and large shrubs, you might decide to choose potted plants because they have a small rootball and the installation is easy. Nurseries also offer large-sized burlap wrapped trees that are larger, more expensive, and more difficult to install. A third option is bare-root trees and shrubs. Bare-root seedlings are much less expensive than potted or balled stock and allow you to plant more with less effort. An additional benefit is that more unusual varieties not stocked at local garden centers are often available bare-root from catalogs because they are easy to ship.

If you decide to try bare-root seedlings, the best time to plant is early in the season. Cool temperatures, high soil moisture and dormant seedlings can be an aide to success.

In 2022, St. George’s collected 30 pallets of electronic materials. This took over 10 tons of scrap out of the waste system, helping to care for the planet while also providing funds to a worthy cause.

The concurrent used book sale will feature a good selection of hardcover and paperback books, along with CDs and DVDs. All are invited to browse and relax for a few minutes while starting spring cleanup this year.

St. George’s Episcopal Church is located at 635 Old Wilder Road, on the east side of the village of Hilton. For more information, call 585-392-4099 or email stgeorges@frontiernet.net.

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Mail order catalogs typically ship bare-root seedlings in late March or early April. Penn State Extension advises to plant the seedlings soon after they arrive – however, they can be stored for about one week in a cool damp area as they dry out easily – something you do not want to happen.

When you are ready to plant, remove seedlings from grower packaging and carry to the planting site in a bucket of muddy water. You can also gently wrap them in towels or burlap. Check for specific directions from the grower. Some bare root shrubs benefit from soaking in water for a short time. Place seedlings in the ground at the same depth in which they were grown in the nursery. Penn State says the planting hole diameter should be the same as the roots’ width and the hole depth as deep as the roots’ length. Check grower recommendations for spacing.

Take one seedling at a time and be careful not to twist the roots against themselves. Look for the root collar – the area where the roots join the stem – you will see a small flare at this point. Plant only as deep as the root collar. This helps to discourage girdling roots and other root issues as the plant grows.

After placing the seedling in its hole, hold it straight with one hand and gently pack soil around it to the level of the root collar with your other hand.

Bare-root stock can be a less expensive way to add large shrubs and trees to your yard. Keep them in a pail of muddy water while taking them to the planting site. Photo by Kristina Gabalski.

You should see the root collar above the ground. Gently packing soil around the roots prevents air pockets from forming which can dry out roots. Water the seedling thoroughly, but wait for at least one month if you plan to fertilize. Mulching around the seedlings helps to discourage weeds and helps retain water. You do not want the seedlings to dry out. Mulch also helps to make the seedling more visible – my biggest problem with planting bareroot stock has been family members who have run them over with the lawn mower because they were not being careful! Tying bright colored ribbon on the stem can also help.

It may take longer to get to that beautiful large shrub or tree, but if you have the time, bare-root seedlings can establish quickly and make great strides in growth in just a few years.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22

6:00PM AT THE TOWN HALL

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2023 TOWN OF CLARKSON HIGHWAY SPRING SCHEDULE

Highway Department ~ 3623 Lake Road ~ 585-637-1132

Brush & Leaves

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Junk Days @ Highway Dept.

• Saturdays, April 22 & April 29 8am–4pm

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• NO household garbage, hazardous waste materials, boats, or motor vehicles of any size.

Individuals 60+ asked to provide input for state’s first-ever comprehensive survey of older adults

The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) urges all individuals age 60 and over to answer a newly launched statewide Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults (CASOA).

NYSOFA is conducting the survey in partnership with the Association on Aging in New York (AgingNY) and the research firm Polco. It is the first survey of its kind to be conducted statewide in New York.

Initial feedback had previously been collected through a randomly selected sample of residents who received a printed survey by mail from NYSOFA. In this second phase of the survey, all community members age 60 and over are encouraged to share their input by completing the survey online at https://bit.ly/3yEV2iM. The survey will close on March 30, 2023.

AgingNY Executive Director Becky Preve said, “Data is imperative in the creation and implementation of policy and funding needs of older New Yorkers. This survey provides an opportunity for federal, state, and local governments to hear directly from residents on current and future needs to support the older population. We strongly encourage participation in this free, anonymous survey, as the results will be paramount in planning for the future.”

The survey’s results will inform the priorities of NYSOFA as it prepares its four-year plan to the federal government. NYSOFA’s four-year plan guides service delivery and policy development for aging services that support New York’s 4.6 million older adults.

Under the direction of Governor Kathy Hochul, New York is also developing a comprehensive Master Plan for Aging (MPA). The MPA is designed to ensure that older adults and individuals of all ages can live

healthy, fulfilling lives while aging with dignity and independence. While NYSOFA’s Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults is a separate initiative from the MPA process, the survey results may also provide further information to support the goals of the Master Plan for Aging.

The Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults is being conducted in partnership with Polco, an online civic engagement platform. It is anonymous and takes only 10 to 15 minutes to complete. The survey is available in six languages by clicking the language options at the top of the survey page.

The survey covers the following areas:

•Overall community quality – assessing the community as a place to live and retire, whether individuals recommend the community to others, and residential stability.

•Community and belonging – assessing views about community safety, the belief that older residents are valued in the community, and concerns about crime victimization and abuse.

•Community information – assessing the availability of information about older adult resources and financial or legal services.

•Productive activities – assessing civic engagement, such as volunteering, voting, social engagement, social and religious activities, recreation, personal enrichment, caregiving, and economic contributions.

•Health and wellness – physical health, physical fitness, mental health, emotional wellbeing, quality of life, health care, independent living, activities of daily living, and hospitalizations.

•Community design and land use – housing variety and availability, ease of travel (by car, foot, and bus), access to daily needs, overall quality of life. Provided information

Day-old Pheasant Chick Program

Ring-necked Pheasants stride across open fields and weedy roadsides in the United States, southern Canada and the Finger Lakes area of New York State. The population of these birds has declined since the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Factors that have contributed to this decline are the loss of fallow grasslands for nesting and brood-rearing, decline in grain farming, and commercial and residential development. To help assist with the repopulation of this colorful bird, citizens can help by participating in the Day Old Pheasant Chick Program and Adult Pheasant Release Program.

Why would someone want to participate? The rearing is enjoyable, challenging, and teaches youth responsible behavior. Released pheasants offer fall hunting opportunities by providing sportsmen and women the opportunity to enjoy an open field hunting opportunity that is gradually disappearing. Many across the state own and care for gun dogs that are specially trained to hunt and retrieve pheasants or other game birds. The number one reason is that people enjoy seeing and hearing pheasants.

The rearing and release of pheasants does require a great deal of responsibility by both 4-H youth and adults with substantial time commitment. Daily care is necessary to monitor the health of the birds to ensure there is adequate feed and water for the rapidly growing chicks. The birds are brooded until six weeks old and then moved to an outdoor flight pen where they continue to grow and develop their brilliant adult plumage before being released. Release needs to be before the end of the pheasant hunting season. Participants may choose to integrate other wildlife management strategies such as banding and releasing at different ages and on different site areas to monitor mortality and survival. This varies for different regions of the state. Assistance from organizations such as Pheasants Forever is available to help improve habitat along with cooperative ventures between local sportsman’s clubs and participants. More detailed information on rearing these chicks can be found online at http://www.dec. ny.gov/docs/wildlife_pdf/dayoldchicks.pdf.

Interested Monroe County individuals should contact Susan Coyle at Monroe County Cornell Cooperative Extension at 585-753-2550, email at smc226@cornell.edu or visit at 2449 St. Paul Boulevard, Rochester, to sign up to participate. Chick orders are due by Saturday, March 25, 2023. Provided information and photo

Opinion/Comments

Opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this publication or its employees.

The frightening realities of the national debt

Let’s put the national debt into some numbers people can relate to. The national debt is between $31 and $32 trillion (Who can relate to this number other than it is huge?). According to the latest census there are 124 million households in the United States. If you divide the national debt by the number of households, you obtain the debt each household is responsible for, about $250,000. Let me ask this, do you have a cool quarter million dollars laying around to pay down the debt? I say this because the main source of revenue for the federal government is income taxes. At some point our politicians on both sides of the aisle must get the cojones to address the debt.

Now we get to the frightening realities of what this means. The federal government divides spending into three categories: mandatory spending, discretionary spending and interest on debt. Note there is no category that addresses paying off the debt. Joe Biden’s proposed budget is reputed to cut deficits by $2.9 trillion over the next decade. Cutting deficits does not mean reducing the debt. It just means going into debt at a slower rate.

The only way to cut interest on the debt is to reduce the debt. If you don’t pay the interest on the debt, you default and your credit rating is decimated. Another trap in the current inflationary environment is interest rates are rising so the interest on the debt is rising.

What does this debt load do to the strength of the

country? It weakens it significantly. What is our adversary China doing in this case? They watch and do everything in their power to weaken us further. Some things are:

•Selling us goods where money flows from the U.S. to China. Almost everything you pick says made in China. (There is huge trade imbalance between the U.S. and China.)

•They are buying land close to some of our most sensitive military installations.

•They provide the precursors for fentanyl to the Mexican cartels to poison our citizens.

•They are providing support to Russia in the Ukraine war by buying Russian oil.

•They are now cozying up to Russia to increase their strength in relation to the United States and its allies.

•They are buying up land in the U.S. to potentially impact our food chain.

•They plan to invade Taiwan to provoke the U.S. into war.

When you think about the debt in this context it could spell disaster for the country. Why can’t our leaders in Washington come to grips with this? My thinking is they have let social programs get out of control and put themselves in a political trap if they cut social programs.

Harold E. Mundy Clarkson

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An exhibit on John Joseph “Exile” McBride, Irish freedom fighter and human rights crusader, is on display in the Local History Room of the Seymour Library through the month of March. Mike McBride also gave two slide show presentations at the library detailing his journey of discovery, from learning he had a famous great-uncle, to the incredible details of Exile’s life, to the search for his missing grave in Brockport. Stop by the Seymour Library this month to learn more about Exile McBride. Photos by David Stafford.

Bergen seeks input on Robbins Brook Park survey

The Town of Bergen has released a one-question survey at surveymonkey.com/r/8HHXNPB. The link is available on the Town of Bergen website (www. bergenny.org), the Town’s Facebook page or by emailing supervisor@bergenny.org.

The Town is pursuing a grant for improvements at Robbins Brook Park. The first priority is an ac-

cessible restroom. If there are funds available for a new recreational component, Bergen residents are asked to choose from three: two bocce courts, a baseball field, or a pickleball court. The results will be used to complete the grant application due later this spring.

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Genesee County 4-H members compete at regional equine contest

The Genesee County 4-H Horse Program was well-represented at the Finger Lakes Region 4-H Horse Extravaganza on Saturday, March 4, at Honeoye Falls Intermediate School. 4-H youth from across the Finger Lakes region competed in Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at the event. Horse Bowl is a Jeopardy-style competition that tests participants’ knowledge of equine facts, including breeds, equipment, nutrition and more. Hippology is a hands-on test of identifying equipment, feeds and other equine facts. Top placing participants will have the opportunity to represent the region at the state level contests later this year.

Horse Bowl Results:

•Brynlee Amend – 8th Junior, 1st Junior Team

•Lexi Witmer – 1st Senior

•Eva Rhoads – 2nd Senior

•Tori Kruppenbacher – 4th Senior

•Wyatt Witmer – 10th Senior

•Eva Rhoads, Tori Kruppenbacher, and

Hippology Results:

•Brynlee Amend – 9th Junior, 1st Junior Team

•Eva Rhoads – 2nd Senior

•Tori Kruppenbacher – 11th Senior

•Lexi Witmer – 14th Senior

•Lydia Page – 16th Senior

•Leah Amend – 20th Senior

•Eva Rhoads, Tori Kruppenbacher, and Lexi Witmer – 2nd Senior Team

•Wyatt Witmer, Leah Amend, and Lydia Page –7th Senior Team

The 4-H Horse Bowl Club is led by Coach Sara Witmer.

The Genesee County 4-H Program is a youth development program for youth ages five to 18. New 4-H youth members, adult volunteers and clubs are always welcome to join. For information about how to join the Genesee County 4-H Program, contact the 4-H Office at genesee4h@cornell.edu or 585343-3040 ext. 101. Enrollment information is also available at http://genesee.cce.cornell.edu. Provided information and photo

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Genesee County 4-H Horse Extravaganza participants (l-r): Brynlee Amend, Leah Amend, Eva Rhoads, Tori Kruppenbacher, Lexi Witmer, Wyatt Witmer, Coach Sara Witmer, and Lydia Page.

It’s Spring Shape Up Season!

WEMOCO SkillsUSA Vendor and Craft Show fundraiser is March 25

The WEMOCO SkillsUSA Vendor and Craft Show is Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is held at WEMOCO Career and Technical Education Center, 3589 Big Ridge Road in Spencerport.

Many BOCES 2 CTE students will be on hand to offer services and products created in their programs, complementing the vendor and craft exhibitors. Enjoy the offerings from more than 100 different booths and attractions.

This is WEMOCO’s largest annual SkillsUSA fundraiser. The community

event supports WEMOCO SkillsUSA members attending regional, state and national competitions, in addition to leadership and development activities.

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.

For questions, contact WEMOCO SkillsUSA Lead Advisor Jennifer Probst at jprobst@monroe2boces.org or 585-352-2471 ext. 2240. Provided information

RMSC and NTID to host Deaf Night

The RMSC, with the support of RIT’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) and presenting sponsor, Interpretek, will host Deaf Night at the RMSC Museum & Science Center on Wednesday, April 12, from 4 to 7 p.m. This event will provide an accessible and friendly experience for people who are deaf and hard of hearing at the RMSC Museum & Science Center.

Deaf Night is an exclusive evening exploring the RMSC’s offerings of science, technology, and hands-on programming. Interpreting services will be provided pro bono by students in the Bachelor of Science in Interpreting program at Rochester Institute of Technology’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf throughout the evening.

“Our Rochester Deaf community has benefitted from the wonderful programming at the RMSC,” said Gerry Buckley, NTID President and RIT Vice President and Dean. “Celebrating Deaf Night at the RMSC during Deaf History Month allows us to celebrate this partnership with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends. We very much look forward to exploring all that the RMSC has to offer.”

Programs and activities will include:

•Buzz-worthy Electricity Theater shows

•Live 3D printing demonstrations

•Special guest lecturer with ASL interpretation

•Science on a Sphere presentations

•NTID ASL interpreters will be available throughout the RMSC

•Baked goods available for purchase from Golden Harvest Bakery & Cafe

•Tacos for purchase from Bay Vista Taqueria.

“Rochester is a hub for deaf accessibility, education, and awareness. Those of us in the hearing community have a responsibility to be informed, welcoming, and inclusive to Deaf and hard of hearing individuals,” said Travis Hughes, Manager of Floor Experiences & Volunteers at the RMSC. “As RMSC works toward increased deaf accessibility in our exhibit spaces, we’re excited and grateful to be partnering with NTID’s bachelor of science in interpreting program to offer pro bono ASL interpretation at many of our public programs, as well as deaffriendly events like Deaf Night at the RMSC!”

Register to attend at https://rmsc. org/events/deaf-night/. Provided information

Concert celebrates 100 years of Duke Ellington’s bands

The spring concert, “100 Years of Duke Ellington’s Bands: A Gala Celebration of Jazz and Broadway,” will be presented on Sunday, March 26, at 3 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 141 Adams Street, Rochester. Hosted by Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Rickey B. Harvey, Senior Pastor, this concert features the Brockport Symphony Orchestra directed by Jonathan Allentoff, the Bach Children’s Chorus directed by Karla Krogstad, narrator and guest trumpeter Herbert Smith, cello soloist Larry Fagen, and composer-in-residence Al Mathias.

Honoring the rich musical legacy of Duke Ellington and his fellow composers, the program features beloved songs from Broadway’s Sophisticated Ladies, Play On!, Chicago, Girl Crazy, and The Wizard of Oz Herbert Smith of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra will narrate this musical journey and perform a variety of Duke Ellington selections with his jazz trio along the way. He

will join the combined forces of the Brockport Symphony Orchestra and the Bach Children’s Chorus for the concert’s finale.

Larry Fagen, the orchestra’s principal cello, will perform as soloist in his arrangement of “The Swan” from Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns. Al Mathias, the orchestra’s principal viola, will serve as guest conductor for his new work, Waiting.

Admission and parking are free.

This project is made possible with support from the Village of Brockport and funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.

For additional information, visit www.brockportsymphony.org. Provided information

Brockport Symphony Orchestra. Provided photo.

DANCE/Strasser includes new undergraduate choreography

The Department of Dance at SUNY Brockport presents performances of DANCE/ Strasser on Thursday, March 30, through Saturday, April 1, in the Rose L. Strasser Studio at Hartwell Hall on the Brockport campus. All performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices for all performances are $17/general, $12/seniors, SUNY Brockport alumni, faculty, and staff, and $9/students and will be available online at fineartstix. brockport.edu, by phone at 585-395-2787 or at the Tower Fine Arts Center Box Office, 180 Holley Street, Brockport.

Artistic director Mariah Maloney is spearheading the adjudication process that the approximately two dozen entries are subjected to before the final selections are chosen. Having already seen bits and pieces of several pieces that are hoping to be included, Maloney feels that there are “some wonderful works.”

The choreographers showing work include Rachel Greene, Ayla Haik, Eve Higginson, Kalli Jhané, Georgia Merritt, Becca Pickering, Cassiedy Davis Quintero, Iyana Voltaire, Lily Wegerski, and Anna White.

Quintero’s piece, “Dey Neva Told Us” is a reflection of her Black pride. Now that she has matured into a young woman of color, she has realized that “Black is beautiful,” but when she was growing up, “as a little Black girl aspiring to become a powerful Black woman… ‘Black is beautiful’ was something we rarely heard from society.” Greene’s solo work “to trick God” highlights an internal struggle to have a spiritual epiphany, and the fear that comes with not believing in a higher power.” As she ruminates, “Perhaps simply pretending will be enough.”

The dance vocabulary that Brockport’s choreographers utilize helps them express their inspiration and imagination. Whether it is a piece of music, a social cause, something viewed in nature, or even something much more mundane, their inspiration becomes the creative force as they make a dance. Tailoring a work for the Strasser Studio is also an intriguing mission, as the audience will surround the dancers on three sides in the University’s alternative dance venue. Provided information

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The Town of Parma is accepting applications for a full-time Building Inspector. Applicants must possess a current NYS Basic Code Enforcement Training certificate. Duties include planning, directing and supervising the activities of the Building Department, enforcing State and municipal building codes and attending monthly board meetings. Monroe County employment applications may be submitted in person or by mail to the Parma Town Clerk’s Office at 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road, P.O. Box 728, Hilton, NY 14468 as soon as possible. For questions please call 392-9462. The Town of Parma is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Applicant will be responsible for ensuring the safety of the public, the facilities of the Village of Spencerport, neighboring municipalities’ facilities and themselves. The applicant shall have climbing experience and be a Journeyman Lineman. A clean CDL license is required. Good organization and communication skills as well as the ability to exercise good judgment are required. Being a team player, able to respond to system trouble calls within a 30-minute time-period, and a self-starter as well as being able to interact with consumers on a professional level are core requirements. Candidates for employment with Spencerport Municipal Electric will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Starting salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please forward resumes to

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Learn the difference between heart attack and cardiac arrest and how to help

You’ve heard the terms “heart attack” and “cardiac arrest,” but do you really know what they mean? Each describes a life-threatening cardiac event but understanding the difference could help you save someone’s life.

“A heart attack is a plumbing issue — an artery that brings blood to the heart is blocked,” says Lorna Fitzpatrick, MD, vice president medical affairs and senior medical director at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. “Victims are usually conscious, and while they need medical attention quickly, an electrical charge from an automated external defibrillator (AED) may not be needed because often, the heart is beating and the victim is breathing.”

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), signs that someone is having a heart attack include chest pain or discomfort; feeling weak, light-headed, or faint; pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, or back; pain or discomfort in one or both arms or shoulders; and shortness

of breath. Other symptoms of a heart attack could include unusual or unexplained tiredness and nausea or vomiting. Women are more likely to have these other symptoms. Anyone experiencing one or more of these symptoms should seek medical attention immediately.

“Cardiac arrest, also known as sudden cardiac arrest, is an electrical issue that occurs when the heart’s electrical system malfunctions,” says Fitzpatrick. “Without warning, the victim collapses and stops breathing.” The heart is electrically active but is unable to beat in a regular rhythm, and therefore unable to pump blood to the brain or other organs. Medical attention is needed immediately, or the victim will die.

According to the American Heart Association, more than 350,000 Americans outside of hospitals die each year from sudden cardiac arrest, meaning they were stricken at home or while out in public.

“Cardiac arrest can sometimes be reversed if CPR is im-

mediately performed, and an AED is used within minutes to shock the heart into stopping its chaotic rhythm,” says Fitzpatrick. “You never know where, or when, it will occur, which is why it is vital to have as many people as possible trained in CPR and have AEDs available in places where people gather and also participate in athletic activities.”

Many AEDs issue spoken commands. If the device detects a shockable rhythm, it will provide voice instruction on how to deliver an electrical charge. If it doesn’t detect a shockable rhythm, it will not allow a shock to be administered. In the absence of any cardiac electrical activity, CPR offers the only chance for survival until medical professionals arrive.

Fitzpatrick urges everyone to take CPR training where they’ll also become familiar with using an AED. To find a CPR class near you, visit RedCross.org, or the American Heart Association website at Heart.org. Provided information

Legal Notice Spencerport Fire District

NOTICE PURSUANT TO LOCAL FINANCE LAW SECTION 81.00

The bond resolution published herewith was adopted on February 2, 2023, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such bond resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Spencerport Fire District is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of publication of this notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. The bond resolution was subject to a referendum pursuant to Section 38.00 of the Local Finance Law. Such resolution has been approved at a referendum of the qualified electors of such Fire District on March 14, 2023.

Jacqueline Sullivan, Secretary Spencerport Fire District, New York

BOND RESOLUTION DATED FEBRUARY 2, 2023 OF THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE SPENCERPORT FIRE DISTRICT, NEW YORK, AUTHORIZING GENERAL OBLIGATION SERIAL BONDS TO FINANCE CONSTRUCTION OF A TRAINING FACILITY, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN CONTEMPLATION THEREOF, THE EXPENDITURES FOR SUCH PURPOSE, AND DETERMINING OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the Spencerport Fire 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 February 2, 2023, has duly adopted a negative declaration with respect to the unlisted action and has determined that the implementation of the unlisted action as proposed will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts; now therefor, be it

RESOLVED BY THE BOARD FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE SPENCERPORT FIRE DISTRICT, NEW YORK (hereinafter referred to as the “Fire District”), by the favorable vote of not less than three fifths of all of the members of such Board, as follows:

Section 1. The Spencerport Fire District shall undertake certain capital improvements consisting of construction of an approximately 2,212 square foot training facility accessory structure to the main fire house at 2588 Union Street in the Town of Ogden, New York, various site and other incidental improvements, and the acquisition of certain original furnishings, equipment, machinery or apparatus that may be required in connection therewith for such construction and Fire District use (hereinafter referred to as “purpose”), and general obligation serial bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $2,380,000 and bond anticipation notes in anticipation thereof (and renewals thereof) of the Fire District are hereby authorized to be issued to finance the cost of such purpose.

Section 2. The aggregate maximum cost to the Fire District is estimated to be $2,980,000 for said purpose, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. The plan for financing of said purpose is to provide $2,380,000 of such maximum cost by issuance of obligations as herein authorized, and to provide $600,000 from the existing capital reserve fund.

Section 3. It is hereby determined and declared that (a) said purpose is one of the class of objects or purposes described in Subdivision 1 1 of Paragraph (a) of Section 1 1.00 of the Local Finance Law, and that, such building and any appurtenant structures each being class “A” as defined in such subdivision, the period of probable usefulness of said purpose is thirty (30) years, (b) the proposed maximum maturity of said bonds authorized by this resolution will be in excess of five years to be measured from the date of the bonds or the date of the first bond anticipation note issued in anticipation of the sale of such bonds, whichever date is earlier, (c) there are presently no outstanding bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, (d) the notes authorized by this resolution shall mature within one (1) year from the date of their issuance, or as otherwise permitted by law, (e) said notes are not issued in anticipation of bonds for an assessable improvement, and (f) prior to the issue of the bonds or notes herein authorized, there will be provided the appropriate amount of current funds required by Section 107.00 of the Local Finance Law, if any.

Section 4. The bonds and notes authorized by this resolution shall contain the recital of validity prescribed in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and such bonds and notes shall be general obligations of the Fire District and all the taxable real property in the Fire District is subject to the levy of ad valorem taxes to pay the principal thereof, and interest thereon, without limitation as to rate or amount, subject to applicable statutory limitations.

Section 5. It is hereby determined and declared that the Fire District reasonably expects to reimburse the general fund, or such other fund as may be utilized, not to exceed the maximum amount authorized herein, from the proceeds of the obligations authorized hereby for expenditures, if any, from such fund that may be made for the purpose prior to the date of the issuance of such obligations. This is a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation §1.150-2.

Section 6. The power to further authorize the sale, issuance and delivery of said bonds and notes and to prescribe the terms, form and contents of said bonds and notes, including, without limitation, the authority to determine whether to accept bids electronically to the extent allowed by Section 58.00 of the Local Finance Law, the consolidation with other issues, the determination to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, all contracts for, and determinations with respect to, credit or liquidity enhancements, if any, and to sell and deliver said bonds and notes, subject to the provisions of this resolution and the provisions of the Local Finance Law, is hereby delegated to the Fire District Treasurer, the Fire District’s chief fiscal officer. The Fire District Treasurer and the Secretary or Assistant Secretary are hereby authorized to sign by manual or facsimile signature and attest any bonds and notes issued pursuant to this resolution, and are hereby authorized to affix to such bonds and notes the corporate seal of the Fire District and to attest to the same.

Section 7. The faith and credit of the Spencerport Fire District, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds and notes as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such obligations becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all taxable real property of said Fire District a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such obligations as the same become due and payable.

Section 8. After compliance with Section 9 hereof, this resolution, or a summary hereof, shall be published in full by the Secretary of the Spencerport Fire District together with a notice in substantially the form prescribed by Section 81.00 of said Local Finance Law, and such publication shall be in each official newspaper of the Fire District, in the manner prescribed by law. The validity of said bonds and bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said serial bonds, may be contested only if such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Fire District is not authorized to expend money, or the provisions of law which should be complied with, at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of such publication; or if said obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.

Section 9. This resolution shall be submitted to a referendum of the qualified electors of the Fire District on March 14, 2023 pursuant to Section 38.00 of the Local Finance Law of the State of New York and shall take effect immediately upon approval at such referendum.

Legal Notice Spencerport Fire District Request for Proposal

The Spencerport Fire District is accepting proposals for replacement of the telephone and voicemail system located in three (3) fire stations in Spencerport, NY. The information and offers submitted in response to this RFP will also be used by this agency to evaluate and to identify companies with the capabilities, services, and competitive prices to provide a high-quality solution that satisfies the requirements of the Spencerport Fire District. As part of this process the fire district may determine that the procurement of this product does not make economic/business sense at this time and may subsequently decide to delay or not proceed with selecting a partner. Full specifications can be viewed at www.spencerportfire. org

Questions regarding proposals may be directed to Jackie Sullivan, Fire District Administrator at jsullivan@spencerportfire.org

Proposals can be emailed to the above address no later than Friday, April 21, 2023.

By order of the Spencerport Fire District. Monroe County, New York

Jackie Sullivan, Secretary Spencerport Fire District

Legal Notice Town of Riga

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 276 of the Town Law that a Public Hearing will be held by the Riga Planning Board on Monday, April 3, 2023, at 7:00 PM, Town Hall, 6460 E. Buffalo Road, Churchville, New York, at which time all interested persons will be heard with regard to the following applications.

1. APPLICATION by Neal Totten, for Re-Subdivision Approval. The applicant proposes subdividing a 76 +/- acre parcel located at 23 Gough Rd, Churchville, NY 14428 into two lots that will be combined with two adjacent parcels. 1.537 acres will be merged with an existing parcel located at 7395 Buffalo Rd, Churchville, NY 14428 and the remaining acreage will be combined with an existing parcel located 75 Sheridan Rd, Bergen, NY 14416. Tax account No. 155.02-1-3.2, 142.04-1-44.1, and 155.02-1-1.2

Copies of the above-referenced subdivision maps may be seen at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Dated: March 19, 2023

Lori Kellogg

Secretary – Town of Riga Planning Board

Legal Notice

Village of Hilton Hilton Village Board

Notice of Local Law Adoption

Please take notice that the Village of Hilton Board of Trustees adopted Local Law #3, 2023 on March 7, 2023 as follows:

To delete Chapter 95 of the Hilton Village Code in its entirety and replace with updated language per New York State Uniform Code. This chapter provides for the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (the Uniform Code) and the State Energy Conservation Construction Code (the Energy Code) in this Village. This chapter is adopted pursuant to § 10 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. Except as otherwise provided in the Uniform Code, other state law, or other section of this chapter, all buildings, structures, and premises, regardless of use or occupancy, are subject to the provisions in this chapter.

Legal Notice Town of Kendall Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Planning Board of the Town of Kendall on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at the Kendall Town Hall, 1873 Kendall Road, to consider the application of Zingler Camps, LLC. Applicant seeks a Site Plane and Special Use Permit approval for a farm labor camp located at 1561 Norway Road, Tax ID#22.-1-13.11. Property is zoned Residential Agriculture (RA). All persons wishing to speak will be heard at this time. A copy of the application is available for review at the Town of Kendall Clerks Office.

Chair. Bruce Newell

Town of Kendall Planning Board

Legal Notice Town of Sweden Notice To All Bidders

The Town of Sweden will receive sealed proposals for the SWEDEN TOWN HALL – ROOFING & ROOF TOP UNIT REPLACEMENT. Proposals shall be received and bids publicly opened and read at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at the Town of Sweden Offices, 18 State Street, Brockport, New York 14420. Contract Bid documents may be obtained at the Town of Sweden Offices on or after March 20, 2023. As a Public Works project, the Labor Provisions of New York State apply.

BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD

TOWN OF SWEDEN, MONROE COUNTY

Karen M. Sweeting, Town Clerk

Legal Notice Town of Sweden

NOTICE CONCERNING THE EXAMINATION OF ASSESSMENT INVENTORY AND VALUATION DATA (Pursuant to Section 501 of the Real Property Tax Law) Town of Sweden

Notice is hereby given that the Assessor for the Town of Sweden in the County of Monroe, that the assessment inventory and valuation data is available for examination and can be reviewed at the Town of Sweden Assessor’s Office.

This data is information which will be used to establish the assessment of each parcel, which will appear on the Tentative Assessment Roll of 2023 for the Town of Sweden, which will be filed on or before May 1, 2023. The information may be reviewed, by appointment, in the Assessor’s Office which is located at 18 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.

An appointment may be made by telephoning the Assessor’s Office at (585) 637-8683

Dated this 14th day of March, 2023.

Tammy J. Baker, IAO Assessor Town of Sweden

Legal Notice

Town of Clarkson

NOTICE CONCERNING THE EXAMINATION OF ASSESSMENT INVENTORY AND VALUATION DATA

(Pursuant to Section 501 of the Real Property Tax Law) Town of Clarkson

Notice is hereby given that the Assessor for the Town of Clarkson in the County of Monroe, that the assessment inventory and valuation data is available for examination and can be reviewed at the Town of Clarkson Assessor’s Office.

This data is information which will be used to establish the assessment of each parcel, which will appear on the Tentative Assessment Roll of 2023 for the Town of Clarkson, which will be filed on or before May 1, 2023. The information may be reviewed, by appointment, in the Assessor’s Office which is located at 18 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.

An appointment may be made by telephoning the Assessor’s Office at (585) 637-8683

Dated this 14th day of March, 2023.

Tammy J. Baker, IAO

Assessor Town of Clarkson

About our deadlines

The entire chapter is available for review in person or electronically, by visiting or calling the Village Office at 585-392-4144 and on our website www.hiltonny.org.

Shari Pearce, Village Manager/Clerk

Dated: March 9, 2023

Byron-Bergen Career Day: It’s all about working with people

“This is careers. It’s all about working with people. Bring your chairs up closer!” Christopher Kemp, Director of Mathematics and Engineering Science at Genesee Community College, addressed a group of Byron-Bergen High School students clustered at the back of the Technology classroom. In getting the students to move to the front of the room, Kemp summed up Career Day perfectly: It’s all about working with people.

On Thursday, February 16, Byron-Bergen alumni and local professionals visited the Jr./Sr. High School to participate in Career Day. The event featured a full morning of workshops and panel discussions developed to help students think about their future goals. The event was organized by Byron-Bergen College and Career Counselor Rob Kaercher in collaboration with administration, faculty, and community members.

“It’s great for the students to start thinking about options and setting goals for after graduation,” said Kaercher. “Setting career goals now may influence their course of study in high school or the extracurriculars in which they participate – even if that path is designed to help keep options open for students who aren’t sure, yet.”

The day included 16 presentations from over 25 participants. Topics ranged from financial literacy to trades unions to entrepreneurship to the military to comparing two- and four-year colleges. The young alumni panelists were able to offer insight about continued education and acknowledging when you might need to set new goals.

“I participated in legal academy in high school because I thought I wanted to be a police officer, but it turned out that I didn’t like it. So, I changed my

course of study to Exercise Physiology,” said Class of 2017 graduate Grace Campbell. “When I thought about what I could do with that degree, I decided to get my teaching certification and now I teach physical education and health at the Elementary School.

The kids are fun and I really enjoy it. Changing paths was a good decision.”

The professional alumni panel all agreed on the value of extracurricular activities. “As fun as your extracurricular activities are, they add value,” said Liberty Pumps Chief Financial Officer Dennis Burke. “Those activities teach you to get along and interact with other people.”

Amy Mercovich, owner of Bergen Family Chiropractic, agreed. “In school I participated in a lot of extracurriculars: student council, clubs, sports. They taught me how to lead, delegate, and manage people. That’s a big skill set to develop.”

Other presentation topics included engineering, communications, law enforcement, study abroad, agriculture, education, civil service, goal setting, computers and technology, and the non-profit sector.

“Working in non-profit is supporting something bigger than myself,” said George Eastman House Publications Manager and Creative Director Amy Schelemanow. “There are lots of different jobs at museums: scientists, object handlers, lawyers, accountants, facilities. It’s not just people in the arts.”

Career Day was a chance for students to ask themselves who they want to be, who they want to work with, and start setting goals for their paths to the future. “Whether they envision themselves working with children, in an office, on a farm, in a factory, in healthcare, or from home, the goal of Career Day was to start the conversation,” said Kaercher. “I’m grateful for our supportive community of alumni and local professionals for taking the time to help guide the next generation of Byron-Bergen graduates.”

The following companies, organizations, and educational institutions were represented at the Byron-Bergen Career Day: Kircher Construction, Bergen Chiropractic, Gillam Grant Community Center, Corporate Flooring Innovations, Army National Guard, Tompkins Bank of Castile, Rochester Institute of Technology, SUNY Genesee Community College, SUNY Geneseo, SUNY Monroe Community College, Genesee County Human Resources, SUNY Brockport ROTC, GCASA, Charred Flags, George Eastman Museum, North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, Liberty Pumps, the FBI, Porter Farms, and Byron-Bergen CSD.

These three senior kitties have been in foster care for a year and a half and are desperately looking for their forever homes!

Cookie - white/gray tabby male. So very sweet and gentle; just needs his trust to be gained! It will take him some time to come around, but once he does, he’ll become very vocal with you. Loves chin scritches and head rubs (usually when he gets his wet food). His big, precious eyes will melt your heart! Has a really gentle and sweet meow that he uses whenever the wet food comes out. Ok around calm dogs. Has had bladder issues in the past and got a “roto-rooter” procedure years ago. Neutered but not updated on vaccines.

Brody - orange tabby male. About 13 years old. Used to be feral but has made a lot of progress! Isn’t big on pets but will let you get pretty close! He’s still very gentle and has never hissed or swatted or anything, just scurries away.

Really just likes to chill in a cat tree and take naps. Would probably have to be an only pet to really come around, but still good around other animals. Neutered but not up to date on vaccines.

Sissy - brown/orange tabby female. About 12.5 years old now. Loves head scritches and belly rubs. Definitely craves attention but on her own time. Will rub up against your legs and will stretch on her back legs to get head rubs. Has a funny obsession with slippers. Low maintainance and doesn’t require much other than some brushing of her coat in the warmer months.

Spayed but not updated on vaccines. Good with dogs and other cats but may need time to warm up to them. It’ll take her a few days to come out of her shell, but once she does, she’ll snuggle right up to you and become your best friend!

If interested in giving any of these senior babies a forever home, please contact Kiri at 585-698-9951

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SUNY Brockport student receives big league opportunity

An aspiring SUNY Brockport student photographer is making a name for himself in the world of athletics. Sport Management and Journalism and Broadcasting double major Mathieu Starke has photographed everything from high-stakes professional competitions to Brockport’s Division III events.

“In my opinion, we were gifted a professional photographer on our athletic staff and he’s just finishing up his undergraduate work,” said Gil Burgmaster, Brockport’s Associate Athletic Director. “We’re so fortunate to have someone like Mathieu as a student photographer. He sets the standard in terms of quality for our photography staff.”

Perhaps the highlight of Starke’s budding career was shooting the 2022 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, the nation’s longest running soccer cup competition that is among the oldest in the world. His portfolio includes an impressive gallery of images from the 2022 championship (https://bit.ly/3Irso9s) which crowned Orlando City SC 3-0 over Sacramento Republic FC.

Soccer fans in Western New York may remember the 1999 Open Cup Champion – the Rochester Raging Rhinos, still the lone non-Division I participant to claim the cup.

The opportunity began with assignments shooting soccer clubs like Flower City Union and the ROC City Boom. From there, he got connected with

TheCup.US and began photographing early round games in Western New York. That led to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to cover the U.S. Open Cup final.

“Everything is bigger, everything is louder, everything is faster,” said Starke about the Open Cup environment. “Just going to something like that would have excited me, but to be able to have a small hand in something like that with everything going on gave me a different perspective of everything going on in the game.”

Starke went on to explain that many fans view the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup with more prestige than the MLS Cup because of the full year it takes to crown a champion and the sheer number of teams the tournament includes from various levels.

Starke’s photography skills originated from his time as a student-athlete at Clinton Community College. He was a member of the men’s soccer program and contests were scheduled back-to-back with the school’s

women’s team. During downtime, Starke began crafting his photography skills as a way to fulfill his art general education requirement.

After transferring to Brockport, he began taking photos for the Athletics Department. Eventually, he earned opportunities to write articles on the different teams he was photographing.

“You can see his passion for sports and photography in his work,” shared Burgmaster. “We’re really proud of how far he has come as a photographer and as a person. He works extremely hard, travels across the country and jumps at any opportunity there is to work while making connections to prepare himself for a career after graduation.”

Starke says all his hard work is aimed at building the next phase of his career.

“I’ve tried to spend a lot of time really building something that is going to make me stand out,” he said. Provided information and photo

Byron-Bergen Career Day Young Alumni Panel. Photo by Gretchen Spittler.

Photo by Gretchen Spittler.

Photo by Amanda Dedie.

Photo by Amanda Dedie.

SUNY Brockport student Matthieu Starke photographs a Brockport athletic event.

Mathieu Starke photo of the 2022 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Champion - Orlando City SC.

Area Worship Services

ELMGROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-247-4973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10AM - led by Rev. Jeff Aiosa. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@ yahoo.com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BROCkPORT NY

A congregation that Loves God, loves others and serves the world! Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Coffee and fellowship following worship. 35 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, (585) 637-3780. Email: fpcbrockportoffice@gmail.com. Website: www.fpcbrockport.org. Handicap accessible. Hearing loop available. Everyone is welcome to join our church family!

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHILI

Rev. Brandi Wooten and our Congregation extend a warm welcome to all who come to our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue. Our Mission: Recognizing that Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches, we are called to be rooted in faith, grow together and care for the community. Please join us for worship, Sundays, 10 AM, a family friendly service, including Children’s Church, either in person or virtually via livestream or recording (URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/.

Youth Groups, music opportunities, Season Teams, and Community Outreach, including our Food Cupboard (third Saturday each month, 10 to 11:30 AM), are a few programs we offer to enrich our faith. In need of prayer or counsel, call the church office 585-889-9896 or email Brandi at revbrandi@gmail.com. Handicapped accessible. Website: chili-presbyterian.org.

HILTON BAPTIST CHURCH

50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and Live-Streaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches. Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!

HILTON UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH

Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www.humcny.org, E-mail: office@humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. All are welcome. Please visit us in person. Handicap Accessible.

LIFEQUEST COMMUNITY CHURCH

59 Henry St, Hilton, Hilton Community Center, www.lifequest.cc, email: info@lifequest.cc, Facebook: LifeQuestCC, twitter: @lifequestcc Lead Pastor: Rob Dickerson. Worship 10am. Midweek programs: Tuesday 7pm Royal Rangers – a scouting program for boys. Saturday 7pm YouthQuest High School & Middle School student ministry. “Journeying together as we discover God’s love and purpose for our lives.” Faith, Family, Friends, Fun, Freedom.

MORTON BAPTIST CHURCH

1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-6598459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 4:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.

OGDEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www.ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-3526802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.

PARMA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

39 Hovey Street, Hilton, (585) 615-6383, www.PCFMinistries.com, Facebook: Parma Christian Fellowship Church. Rev. Dr. Myke Merrill. Worship Services: Saturday 5:00PM, Sunday 10AM. Family Midweek: Wednesday 6:30PM – Kids Club, TurningPoint Teens, Adult Bible Discussion Group. Nursery School: Parma Kids Preschool and Child Care Center, 39 Hovey Street, Hilton. School Phone: (585) 392-5792.

PEARCE CHURCH

pearcechurch.org. 4322 Buffalo Road, North Chili, NY 14514. 585-5949488. Join us for worship! Saturday: 5pm. Sunday: 9:30am. Pearce 4 Kids Child Care Center, Pearce4kids.org, 585-594-1833. Handicapped Accessible.

SPENCERPORT ASSEMBLY

OF GOD

We are located at 3940 Canal Road in Spencerport. We offer a warm welcome to all. Come join us as we seek the LORD through worship, prayer and Bible study. Sunday School is 9:30 AM, Sunday Worship is at 1030 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service! Wednesday prayer meeting is 6:30 PM. Contact us at 585-352-5900. We are on Facebook; Email is SpencerportAG@gmail.com.

SPENCERPORT

BIBLE CHURCH

1948 North Union Street, Spencerport. Phone: 585-352-1241 We have a new interim pastor! Pastor Domenic Danesi, of Rescue and Revive Ministries. We invite you to visit us Sunday mornings as we worship through music, studying the Bible, and fellowship with coffee and cookies. Our main worship service at 10:45am is family integrated - All are welcome to join. Adult Bible Studies starts at 9:30am. Wednesday: Bible Study over Zoom - 7pm. Visit our website or check out our Facebook page for more information. spencerportbiblechurch.org

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH

Welcomes you to encounter our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in His one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Join us for Holy Mass at 5 pm Saturdays or Sundays at 7:45 am, 9:30 am, and 11:15 am. Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages, including Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (play-centered, hands-on Christ-experiences). Daily Mass in the morning on Tuesday and Thursday at 8 am, and in evening on Wednesday and Friday at 6:30 pm. Confessions Wednesday and Friday 5:30 to 6 pm and Saturday 3:45 to 4:30 pm. Adoration Thursdays 1 to 6 pm and Sundays 1:30 to 4 pm. Sung Evening Prayer Sundays at 4 pm. On first Saturdays, morning Mass is at 9 am. More details, videos, and sample preaching at www.StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Parochial Administrator: Fr. Justin Miller

ST. LEO’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleohilton.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 8 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 2:30-3:30 PM; Rosary 3:30 PM; Mass 4 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. Lenten Soup Suppers – March 3 and March 24 at 6 PM. Stations of the Cross – Fridays at 3 PM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.

ST. MARY’S CHURCHST. MARk’S CHURCH

13 South Main Street, Holley16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org.

Mass Times: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM at St. Mary’s; Saturday Vigil 4:00 PM at St. Mary’s; Sunday 8:30 AM at St. Mark’s and 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL

158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, 585-392-4000, www.stpaulhilton. org. Senior Pastor: Rev. Mark Ball – pastorball@stpaulhilton.org, office 585-392-4000. Worship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Kingdom Kids – Sunday at 9:45am; Adult Classes – Sunday at 9:45am; Ladies and Mens Bible Study – Thursdays at 10:30am. School: Meeting your child’s learning needs from age 2 through 8th grade. Call for a tour!

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRE-SCHOOL

SPENCERPORT

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown, Spencerport NY 14559. (585) 352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities for children, youth, and adults. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee Hour in Fellowship Hall. Sunday School for ages 4 and up is also available during service. Handicap accessible. Email: info@spencerportucc. org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.

ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am September through June, and 9am in July and August. All services are both in-person and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, a Bible Study on Tuesdays, live music, Sunday School, semimonthly Youth Group meetings and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm). Our pastor is the Rev. Greg Kremer, 585-392-4099.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585964-2550.Sunday Services: 8:30 AM & 11 AM; Adult Bible Class, Sunday School at 9:45 AM. Lenten Services: 1 PM & 7 PM on Wednesdays starting February 22, Ash Wednesday. To view Sunday Services or Devotions, go to our website: stjohnhamlin.org. “To KNOW Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”

191 Nichols Street (Rte. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Pastor Steve Shrum. Worship Services Sunday at 9:30AM ‘In Person’ in our handicap accessible Sanctuary. Worship Service is also Live Streamed on YouTube. Sunday School is at 10:45AM. Visit our Website at www.tlcspencerport.com. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail.com. “The Mission of Trinity is to joyfully share the Gospel through Christ-centered worship, teaching and reaching out to the community by acts of caring.”

UNION CONGREGATIONAL

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church.Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665 or stop by to talk with Pastor Bradley Klug any Wednesday 1-3 pm; e-mail us at unionucc@ frontier.com or check our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.

Churches, to have your services listed or updated, please call 352-3411.

Sports & Recreation

DuBois places third at Nationals Brockport track and field student-athlete Desilets DuBois placed third in the Girls 1,500 Meter Run Race Walk at the New Balance Nationals competition last weekend with a time of 7:33.56. Photo from @_desidubois on Twitter.

Hilton CSD welcomes Pilato as varsity girls soccer coach

Hilton bowlers place second at States Stephenson rolls perfect game

On March 10, the Hilton varsity boys bowling team finished second at States in Syracuse. Senior Brendan Stephenson (at right) led the way with a 1,343 series for six games, including a perfect 300 game to start the day. Also contributing high scores were juniors Matthew Carmestro (268, 224) and Anthony Getty (231, 224), as well as seniors Mason Williams (231, 213) and Jacob Morrill (234, 217). The boys team totaled 6,263 pins in the six-game set. Varsity team shown above: (l-r) Coach Scott Stephenson, Elio Conway, Matthew Carmestro, Anthony Getty, Alex Morrill, Mason Williams, Brendan Stephenson, Jacob Morrill, Jeremiah Wenzel, and Aiden French. Provided information and photos.

Damian Lillard scores franchise record 71 points, wins February 2023 Hickok Belt® Award

portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard has been named the Hickok Belt® Award winner for February 2023. Voting was conducted by a select panel of members of the National Sports Media Association (NSMA). The voters selected the 32-year-old who performed throughout the month when he recorded an amazing amount of points, triple doubles, rebounds and assists. Then, on February 26, he became the eighth player in NBA history to score a career-high 71 or more points in a single game and set a Trail Blazers franchise high record of 13 three pointers in a 131-114 win over the Houston rockets.

Other finalists for the month of February in order of how the NSMA ranked them included: ricky Stenhouse Jr. (auto

racing), Luka Doncic (basketball), Connor McDavid (hockey), Linus Ullmark (hockey) and Martha Bassino (skiing) – tie, Jon rahm (golf), Scottie Scheffler (golf), Emmanuel Navarette (boxing), and E.J. Tackett (bowling).

Lillard’s selection as the Hickok Belt® winner for February recognizes him as “the best of the best” in professional sports for the month and makes him the second candidate eligible to receive the 2023 overall award, joining Mikaela Shiffrin and other finalists throughout the year based on NSMA voting.

To learn more about the Hickok Belt® Award and its history, visit www.hickokbelt.com. provided information

At its February 23 meeting, the Hilton Board of Education appointed Nino pilato to the position of varsity girls soccer coach. pilato is a physical education teacher in the rochester City School District and has extensive coaching experience at the youth/travel and high school levels.

pilato’s experience includes serving as head coach for McQuaid Jesuit High School varsity boys soccer, head coach for Greece Odyssey Academy varsity girls soccer, Hilton Heat Soccer Club director of coaching and player development, regional director for WNY Flash Academy rochester, and youth coach for Hilton Heat, WNY Flash Academy, and rochester Jr. rhinos. provided information and photo

On March 10, Holley senior Cameron Bates signed his letter of intent to play soccer for Keuka College. Photo from @HolleyCSD on Twitter.

Nino Pilato