Westside News WEST Edition – August 20, 2023

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A Dream

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On July 15, 2023, Brockport artist

animals. Bruce helped Miriam structure

Through the years, Miriam was met with several hurdles and obstacles that kept her from completing the project. The death of her Arab Quarter Horse pony, Amber Di, devastated Miriam but fueled her to com-

a retired building inspector for the Town of Ogden, who found his true passion in his retirement years. He started Rochester Carousel Works and carved full size carousel animals and taught many people over the years how to carve their own carousel

An ardent supporter of rescuing horses, Miriam will be publicly auctioning Fantasia Rose in July 2024 with proceeds to be Fantasia Rose will make a public appearance on Saturday, September 16, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport. All are welcome to stop by the free viewing to see her majestic beauty and detailed craftsmanship while enjoying a carousel presentation in honor of Bruce Fernandez. Provided information and photo

“After having ridden the Erie Canalway on a self-supported trip in 2021, it was great to have the opportunity to ride the route again, but with support from Parks and Trails of NY. The friends, the extra tours, the town receptions, the lectures and festivities all made it a wonderful experience. In addition to the cycling

Rochester Chapter NYCUA awards scholarships

Area credit unions have a long history of awarding college scholarships for eligible high school seniors. The rochester Chapter of the New York Credit Union Association (NYCUA) selected eleven area high school students as recipients of 2023 scholarships from the chapter, including Sydney Heise (Hilton HS) and Giovanni Buonomo (Gates Chili High School).

Applications for scholarships were accepted from mid-November 2022 through the end of February 2023. Applicants were required to be a member in good standing of one of the participating rochester Chapter credit unions, and be a senior in high school with plans to attend an accredited college or university for the 2023/2024 school year.

Winners were selected by an independent panel of judges based on three criteria: academic performance, community involvement and a written essay.

“We are honored to offer these scholarships to our members,” commented Laura Dewey, president of the rochester Chapter of the NYCUA. “Over the past 30 years we

have come together as a chapter to raise over $210,000.”

S ome of the participating r ochester Chapter credit unions are: Advantage Federal Credit Union, Brockport Federal Credit Union, ESL Federal Credit Union, Evergreen Federal Credit Union, Family First Federal Credit Union, Focus First Federal Credit Union, Gates Chili Federal Credit Union, Greece Federal Credit Union, reliant Community Credit Union, St. pius Federal Credit Union, Spencerport Federal Credit Union, The Summit Federal Credit Union, and Westside Community Federal Credit Union.

The scholarship is funded by the annual rochester Credit Union Golf Tournament which takes place in June each year at Shadow Lake Golf Club in penfield. Applications for the 2024 scholarship will be accepted from mid-November 2023. Interested applicants should visit the website of their participating credit union for further information. provided information

Organ grinders at the NY Museum of Transportation on August 27

Visitors to the New York Museum of Transportation on Sunday, August 27, will delight to barrel organ music played by several “organ grinders” and their unique instruments. Enthusiasts of this early form of musical entertainment will be cranking out tunes from a variety of vintage wind instruments, bringing back the sights and sounds from more than a century ago.

Organ grinders were itinerant showmen who traveled through cities and towns, often with a pet monkey or other animal. On street corners and aboard trains and trolleys, they played their tunes for the coins donated by enthralled listeners, captivated by the unique sound of the barrel organs.

The New York Museum of Transportation will echo with these sounds while visitors get an up close experience, listening, watching and trying their hands at making the music themselves.

Trolley rides and the organ grinder gathering are included in the admission price of $10 for adults, $9 for seniors age 65 and up, and $6 for youths age three to 12. Admission is free for youths under age three. No reservations are needed.

The New York Museum of Transportation is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays and is located at 6393 East river road, just 20 minutes from downtown rochester and reached from Exit 11 off I-390. For information, call 533-1113 or visit http://www. nymtmuseum.org. provided information and photo

Craig Smith cranks out an old tune on one of his antique music machines. Provided photo

A Dream Fulfilled

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Read about a Spencerport cyclist’s experience on the 25th Annual Cycle the Erie Canal Bike Tour and hear from some people she met along the way. Moni, Gail and Esther (l-r) at the finish line in Albany after completing the Cycle the Erie Canal Bike Ride. Moni said, “This was awesome. All the water was awesome and I don’t mean the rain!” Gail added, “The NY hospitality was everything I hoped for and more. This was a beautiful experience.” Esther summed up the trip saying, “The Erie Canal ride was the best tour ever! Everyone who gave to make it happen helped to create unforgettable memories.” Photo by Karen Fien.

See Fantasia Rose at the Ogden Farmers’ Library on September 16.

On July 15, 2023, Brockport artist Miriam Zaffrann unveiled her handcarved, full size, jumper carousel horse, “Fantasia Rose,” during a private showing at the Sweden-Clarkson Community Center.

A dream fulfilled after a 25-year journey, Fantasia Rose has a flowing gold leaf peeka-boo mane and soulful, spirited eyes. The horse is lavishly adorned with Austrian Crystals and jewels and has a vintage, manual music box tucked away in her saddle back. The project came to life as a result of Miriam’s childhood wish to have a carousel horse.

Miriam was initially assisted on the project by her friend, Bruce Fernandez. He was a retired building inspector for the Town of Ogden, who found his true passion in his retirement years. He started Rochester Carousel Works and carved full size carousel animals and taught many people over the years how to carve their own carousel

animals. Bruce helped Miriam structure the head before his passing.

Through the years, Miriam was met with several hurdles and obstacles that kept her from completing the project. The death of her Arab Quarter Horse pony, Amber Di, devastated Miriam but fueled her to complete her dream.

An ardent supporter of rescuing horses, Miriam will be publicly auctioning Fantasia Rose in July 2024 with proceeds to be donated to horse rescues.

Fantasia Rose will make a public appearance on Saturday, September 16, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport. All are welcome to stop by the free viewing to see her majestic beauty and detailed craftsmanship while enjoying a carousel presentation in honor of Bruce Fernandez. Provided information and photo

“After having ridden the Erie Canalway on a self-supported trip in 2021, it was great to have the opportunity to ride the route again, but with support from Parks and Trails of NY. The friends, the extra tours, the town receptions, the lectures and festivities all made it a wonderful experience. In addition to the cycling experience, I learned much about the history and culture of the area and the Canal.” – Charlie Long at Cohoes Falls on the Mohawk River. Photo by Karen Fien.

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Crosby’s made a $500 donation to the Churchville Volunteer Fire Department during the ceremony.

The Crosby’s family of convenience stores was excited to provide a reopening celebration at this location. Vice President and General Manager of Crosby’s, Lenny Smith, stated, “Churchville is a great village and we’re proud to be part of it – we are so excited to be in this location for customers and serve this community in Monroe County.”

During the ceremony, Crosby’s presented a $500 donation to the Churchville Volunteer Fire Department. In addition, they donated a My Crosby’s Rewards card to the Churchville-Chili Central School District loaded with enough points for 20 of Crosby’s signature pizzas.

The Churchville store, equipped with mobile ordering, offers a full range of food options including Crosby’s signature fresh-baked pizzas, served whole or by-the-slice; fresh subs prepared in-house; calzones; and a wide variety of breakfast items, including their breakfast pizzas. The Churchville location also serves chicken wings and various sides.

Crosby’s is family-owned and operated, with 87 locations throughout western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania. For more information, visit www.CrosbysStores.com, find them on Facebook at facebook.com/CrosbysStores, or follow them on Instagram at @CrosbysStores.

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Hilton-Parma Rec end of summer events

There is still time to make summertime memories and Hilton-Parma Recreation invites everyone to come to Town Hall Park with family and friends for great food, movies and music.

•August 23 – Summer Concert Series

Featuring live music by Worthy Duncan (country music) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will be Waffles

R’ Wild, Braided Acres, Andie Makes Cakes, and Classic Taps Mobile Bar

•September 1 – Movie Under The Stars

Food trucks will be on site from 6 to 10 p.m. and include Qazi Kitchen, Waffles R Wild, and Travelin’ Tom. Bounce houses will be available from 6:30 to

8 p.m. A showing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie starts at dusk.

September 6 – Summer Concert Series

Featuring live music by Midnight Storm (classic rock) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will be Chefs, Eat Greek, J&S Fried Dough, and Classic Taps Mobile Bar.

All of these events are free to attend. Town Hall Park is located at 1300 Hilton-Parma Corners Road. For more information, follow the Hilton-Parma Recreation Facebook Page or contact Hilton-Parma Recreation at 392-9030.

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Churchville Soldier receives Officer’s Commission with NY Army National Guard

The New York Army National Guard commissioned seven new officers August 13, 2023, at the Museum of American Armor in Old Bethpage, NY, following their successful completion of the New York and Connecticut National Guard Army Officer Candidate School.

Among them was Tyler Pratt, from Churchville, who received an officer’s commission as a second lieutenant in the Military Police branch and will go on to serve with the 105th Military Police Company in Buffalo. Pratt received his new rank insignia during the pinning ceremony from his wife, Leanna.

Pratt enlisted directly into the New York Army National Guard Officer Candidate Program in August 2021. He is a Police Officer with the Town of Gates Police Department. Second Lieutenant Pratt received his first salute from Spc. Michael Shipma.

Officer Candidate School is a three-phase training course that lasts approximately 15 months to prepare officer candidates for the challenges and opportunities to lead Soldiers in the New York Army National Guard.

Training began for this year’s class in the spring of 2022 held both at Camp Smith, New York and Camp Niantic, Connecticut. Skills included physical fitness training, land navigation, road marches, warrior tasks and the fundamentals of leadership.

Candidates then continued into an 11-month phase two of regular drill training to provide a foundation

of Army leadership, military ethics, military justice, communication skills, military history and tactics. The final phase encompassed a two-week training session where candidates were evaluated in their leadership skills while conducting tactics in a field environment.

The Officer Candidate School is administered by the New York Army National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 106th Regional Training Institute and Camp Smith, New York, in conjunction with the Connecticut Army National Guard.

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Second Lieutenant Tyler Pratt received his new rank insignia from his wife, Leanna, during a pinning ceremony.

Mark Chase appointed assistant principal at Hilton HS

At its July 26 special meeting, the Hilton Board of Education appointed Mark Chase as assistant principal at Hilton High School. He replaces Mark Driesel, who accepted a principal position in another district.

Chase began his educational career in 1987 as a vocational education teacher at Monroe 1 BOCES-Foreman Center. He taught technology education at Penfield High School and, most recently, taught Career and Technical Education at Monroe 2 – Orleans BOCES WEMOCO where he also was an MCC dual-enrollment instructor.

Chase worked summers as a Career Ventures mentor and currently is an intern assistant principal for BOCES

Regional Summer School at Hilton High School. As part of his involvement in career and technical education, Chase has served as a statesman and advisor for Skills USA student leadership conferences and competitions in New York State.

Chase’s education includes bachelor’s and master’s degrees in technology education from SUNY Oswego and a Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Administration from SUNY Brockport. He is also certified in School Building and School District Leadership.

A lifelong resident of West Irondequoit, Chase and his wife, Melanie, live in the house they built 30 years ago. They have a 28-year-old daughter, Casey, who lives and works in New York City, and an energetic golden retriever named Brooklyn.

“I’m genuinely exhilarated to be joining the team of dedicated administrators at Hilton High School,” said Chase. “I believe that together we’ll continue to foster an environment of excellence, innovation, and holistic development for our students. My commitment to education extends beyond just academics; it’s about nurturing young minds, supporting our teaching staff, and creating a community where every individual feels valued and inspired.”

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Mark Chase

Wreaths Across America releases 2023 back-to-school curriculum

Wreaths Across America (WAA) has released new back-to-school curriculum as part of its year-round TEACH program. The free, downloadable, standards-based lesson plans include resources for all grade levels.

The K-12 curriculum includes new lesson plans for Constitution Day and lessons focused on the Navajo Code Talkers and Patriot Day. The free, downloadable plans ensure stories of service, sacrifice and valor are passed down to future generations while building good character and self-worth through service to others. Lesson plans and other educational resources are standards-based and created for teachers, parents and anyone educating young people.

Throughout the year, the WAA TEACH program provides educational opportunities for people nationwide to engage with veterans in their communities. Schools, school-related clubs, and other organizations can fundraise through the Group Sponsorship Program. In 2022 generous supporters made it possible for WAA to launch a K-12 curriculum aligned with the National Council on Social Studies and state Common Core standards. WAA

is also conducting its 2023 Youth Service Project, where young people are encouraged to execute a community service project. The service projects must be completed by Veterans Day, November 11, 2023.

“Teaching the next generation the value of freedom is an important component of our mission, as is fostering good character,” said Cindy Tatum, WAA TEACH Curriculum Developer and Gold Star Mother. “Whether they are a teacher with many years of experience or a first-year teacher, we appreciate the educators who work to inspire future generations of Americans to be the best version of themselves they can be. We hope this curriculum helps teachers plan their year and engage our most precious resource – our children!”

To learn more about the TEACH program and access free, downloadable lesson plans, visit www. wreathsacrossamerica.org/teach.

To subscribe to Teaching Times, the quarterly TEACH program newsletter, go to https://learn.wreathsacrossamerica.org/teach-newsletter.

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Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz wins July 2023 Hickok Belt® Award

Men’s tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has been named the Hickok Belt® Award winner for July 2023. Voting was conducted by a select panel of members of the National Sports Media Association (NSMA). The voters selected the 20year-old tennis phenom Carlos Alcaraz based on his performance in winning the Wimbledon title for the first time in a tense match over Novak Djokovic, in the final 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 6-4. In all, Alcaraz has won 12 singles titles, including four ATP Masters 1000, the 2022 US Open and the 2023 Wimbledon title. He is ranked world No. 1 in the ATP singles rankings.

Other finalists for July in order of how the NSMA ranked them included: Shohei Ohtani (baseball), Katie Ledecky (swimming), Joan Vingegaar

(cycling) and Brian Harman (golf) – tie, Marketa Vondousova (tennis), Lionel Messi (soccer), Max Verstappen (auto racing), Corbin Burnes (baseball), and Denny Hamlin (auto racing).

Alcaraz’s selection as the Hickok Belt ® Award winner for the month of July recognizes him as “the best of the best” in professional sports for the month, and makes him the fifth candidate eligible to receive the 2023 overall award, joining Nikola Jovic, Jon Rahm, Mikaela Shiffrin, Damian Lillard 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

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Class Reunion

•The Churchville-Chili Class of 1973 will hold their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Red Fedele’s Brook House, 920 Elmridge Center Drive at 6 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, email Donna (Fiege) Stultz at dlstultz500@ gmail.com. There is also a Churchville Chili Class of 1973 Facebook page.

Classes/Workshops/Webinars

•The Urban League of Rochester invites the community to attend its fourth annual Interrupt Racism Summit, offered in person on September 19 and via Zoom on September 20. The keynote speaker is Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu, the daughter of the late Bishop Desmond Tutu. The Summit is an immersive learning experience for youth and adults, curated for attendees to identify, interrupt, and dismantle processes of systemic racism. This year’s theme is “Legacy: What Will Yours Be?” Each day will include speaker presentations in the morning and workshops in the afternoon. Learn more and register at https://www.urbanleagueroc. org/summit.

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•Lakeview Community Church, 30 Long Pond Road (near Edgemere Drive), is collecting cans of canned fruits for the Greece Ecumenical Food Shelf on Saturday, August 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Events

•Hilton-Parma Recreation presents Food Truck Wednesdays at Parma Town Park every Wednesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will be located near the playground area. August 23, Waffles

R’ Wild, Braided Acres, Andie Makes Cakes, and Classic Taps Mobile Bar with live music by Worthy Duncan (country) from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

•Letchworth State Park’s summer schedule has almost daily free educational outings, field trips, and community science experiences. For a complete list of upcoming educational programs, go to https://on.ny.gov/3Yf3vUk.

•Spencerport’s Music on the Canal summer concert series will be held on Sundays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. On August 27, Bill Tiberio Band plays Jazz. Held rain or shine. Admission is free. Bring a lawn chair.

•Brockport’s Summer Serenades free concert series is held on Thursday evenings at the Welcome Center, 11 Water Street (rain location is St. Luke’s Church, corner of Main and State Streets). The Swooners perform on August 24 at 6:30 p.m. New to Brockport, upbeat and danceable.

•Gates Recreation & Parks Summer Concert Series concludes on August 27 at Gates Memorial Park, 150 Spencerport Road. Jam with Professor Jangles performs from 4 to 5 p.m. and the Amy Montrois Trio from 6 to 8 p.m.

•Wegmans Concerts by the Shore are held every Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Ontario Beach Park, 50 Beach Avenue, Rochester. Concerts are free to attend. Allegro (Party Band) performs on August 23. For information, go to https://www. ontariobeachentertainment.org/concerts-by-theshore/.

•The Gathering Table/Teen Closet at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, will be held on Sunday, August 20, from noon to 1 p.m. The menu will be a brunch lunch. The Teen Closet will be open 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clothes and accessories will be offered for free to teens and young adults.

Fundraisers

•A Food Truck Rodeo, Cornhole Tournament and Vendor Fair will be held Sunday, August 20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hamlin VFW, 1739 Lake Road, Hamlin. The event benefits Before the Last Call, an equine therapy program for first responders and veterans. Team registration for the Cornhole Tournament begins at 11 a.m. Bags fly and the fair begins at noon. The event also includes a Chinese Auction, 50/50 raffles, pony rides, and more.

•Hilton Cheer Car Wash and Bottle Drive on Saturday, August 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Steve’s Convenience Store, 690 Manitou Road, Hilton. Buy a $5 tickets from any Hilton cheerleader and bring cans and bottles to donate.

•End of Summer Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Greece Public Library - August 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Buckman’s Plaza Lower Level, 2590 West Ridge Road. Bring your own bag. Masking is optional.

•Mainly Books, 24 Main Street, Hilton, is holding a DVD sale for all of August and September. Buy one DVD, get one free; over 1,000 titles to choose from. See store for details. Starting in September, evening hours are changing to Tuesday night till 7 p.m. Senior Day is also changing to the first Tuesday of the month. Proceeds support the Parma Public Library.

•Pineway Ponds 5K is September 23. Run or walk with family and friends as the route takes participants over two bridges, ending with a celebration at Pineway Ponds Park. Sign up online at https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Spencerport/ PinewayPondsPark5KRunWalk. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Willie Bee Foundation.

•The Spencerport Volunteer Fireman’s Association is selling tickets for its Midday Daily Raffle. Tickets are $20 each and provided three chances

to win daily from October 1 through December 31. Proceeds fund activities to retain 100% volunteer membership and preserve the SVFA’s antique apparatus collection. Purchase tickets from SFD members or by emailing raffle@spencerportfire.

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•UDN, INC. will host its sixth annual golf tournament benefiting the Pluta Cancer Center Foundation on Monday, October 2, at the Penfield Country Club. Event check-in and lunch will begin at 11 a.m. followed by a Shotgun start at noon. Event registration is required by September 15. To register or to make a donation, visit app.smartsheet. com/b/form/3be1e89d69674c3184f1ff988e510641

Government Meetings

•Chili: Library Board of Trustees – August 22, 6 p.m., at the New Community Center, 3237 Chili Avenue; Zoning Board of Appeals – August 22, 7 p.m., at the Town Hall Main Meeting Room.

•Hamlin: Zoning Board of Appeals – August 21, 7 p.m., at 1658 Lake Road.

•Parma: Planning Board – August 21, 7 p.m., at 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road.

•Sweden: Town Board – August 22, 6 p.m.

Health/Help

•Free Family Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, August 26, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Mall at Greece Ridge. Local organizations will offer wellness information. Stop by to receive free blood pressure tests, mammography screenings, free at-home colorectal cancer screening tests (if eligible), Operation Safe Child fingerprinting ID cards, and more. To schedule an appointment with the Mobile Mammography Unit, call 585-922-PINK or go to https://pink. rochesterregional.org. Sponsored by Assemblyman Josh Jensen.

•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.

•Veterans with Cancer Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester. Call 585-423-9700 x304 or visit www.cscrochester.org for information.

•The Nutrition Program for western Monroe County serves low-cost lunches at noon on Tuesday through Friday at the Lodge on the Canal, 133 State Street, Brockport. Call Jennifer Lapinski, 426-4120 ext. 3215 for more information.

•The Samaritan Harvest provides free produce and baked goods on Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, at the Lodge on the Canal, 133 State Street, Brockport.

•Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 14 State Street, Brockport, on Saturdays from 8 to 10 a.m. in the Community Room and at the First Presbyterian Church, 35 State Street, Brockport, on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

•TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Club at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Hojack Lane, Hilton, meets every Friday morning. Weigh-ins are from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. and meetings are from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Historical

•The national America 250 team wants to know, “What does America mean to you?” Whether it’s a photo from your hometown, reflections on how you want to mark America’s 250th birthday, or a story about your family’s journey to these shores, all are invited to share their point of view on what makes America, America. Go to https://america250. org/share-your-story/ to learn more.

•Joel Humphrey will present a talk, The Future of History, on Wednesday, August 23, 7 p.m., at the Colby Pulver House Museum, 568 Colby Street, Spencerport. For information, call David at 4904751 or email saxman14410@gmail.com.

•The Gates Historical Society’s next program is Monday, August 21, 7 p.m., at the Gates Town Hall Annex. Jim Dierks, from the New York Museum of Transportation, will be sharing about the museum and presenting a slide show entitled “The Interurban Era,” covering the history of trolley lines from 1900 to 1930. This program is free. The facilities are handicapped accessible.

•The Parma-Hilton Historical Society Museum, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road, is open from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sundays through November 30 (except major holidays). To schedule a tour, contact the Museum Curator, Ken Freeman, at 392-9496.

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.; closed Saturdays in August. Digital Literacy of Rochester is at the library Mondays from noon to 3 p.m. providing tech help. Book Club for adults meets Wednesday, August 23, at 2 p.m. to discuss Midnight at the Blackbird Café by Heather Webber. September’s Cookbook Club book, Rachael Ray’s Look + Cook is now available for check out. Try some recipes at home then choose one to bring on Thursday, September 14, at 6:30 p.m. and enjoy

a potluck with friends. Call 964-2320 to register for programs. Visit the library’s Facebook page or www. hamlinlibraryny.org for more information.

•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. 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 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.), closed Saturdays in July and August. Story time every Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. Rotating registration-required kids events every Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Drawing Club (first Thurs.), LEGO Club (second Thurs.), ROCDOG Therapy Dog Visit (third Thurs.), Pokémon Trainers Club (fourth Thurs.). Walking Club for all ages is every Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m., meeting at Union Street Coffee House, rain or shine. Find Adult and Teen events at OgdenLibrary. com or facebook.com/ogdenfarmerslibrary.

•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Baby Storytime & Sensory Play –Tuesday, August 22, 10 to 10:30 a.m., recommended for ages 0 to 3. Teen Tuesday –August 22, 3 p.m., for youth in grades 7 to 12 to enjoy snacks, games, crafts, and Netflix. Adult End of Summer Reading Party – Tuesday, August 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Summer reading participants can join in for refreshments, talking books, and the chance to win prizes. Storytime @ the Gazebo – Wednesday, August 23, 10:30 a.m., recommended for ages 2 to 6. Join Ms. Zuzu at the Hilton-Parma Rec Center Gazebo for an outdoor storytime. Bring blankets or chairs. Rain location is the Parma Library. Invasive Plants in NY Gardens (ONLINE) – Wednesday, August 23, 7 to 8 p.m., sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Public Library. This presentation will cover what an invasive plant is, which invasives you are likely to find in your garden as weeds, how you can control them, NYS’s regulations for invasives, and which common garden landscape pests are now considered invasive. It will also provide suggestions for replacing them with native plants. Presented by Master gardener, John Nelson, from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Creek Clean Up – Friday, August 25, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Meet behind Quest Elementary at Salmon Creek Park to help clean up the area. Tools, supplies, and snacks provided. All ages are welcome to help for this community outreach activity. 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. Girls Rock! Rochester Songwriting Workshop* – Tuesday, August 22, 4 to 5:15 p.m. Artfully express your thoughts and emotions, by learning how to build imagery using descriptive writing tools powered through song, poems, journaling, and lyrical composition. Toy Sleepover – Wednesday, August 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., to Thursday, August 24, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children can bring a favorite stuffed animal, action figure, doll, or toy to spend the night at the library. Library staff will take lots of pictures to keep participants updated on all the fun the toys are having. Pick them up the next day before or after story time (11 to 11:30 a.m.) A Forgotten Hero with Jack Kowiak – Thursday, August 24, 6 to 7 p.m. This talk will look at the remarkable life of Nelson Baker who ran the largest complex of charitable institutions in the U.S. at the turn of the century – an inspirational story of achievement.

Meetings

•Brockport Fire District meets the first and third Monday of the month (August 21), 6:30 p.m., at Station #3, 191 West Avenue, Brockport.

•Hamlin Morton Walker Board of Fire Commissioners holds a regular business meeting on the third Monday of the month (August 21) at 7 p.m. and a workshop meeting the fourth Thursday of the month (August 24) at 7 p.m. All meetings are held at the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Building, 1521 Lake Road, Hamlin.

•New York State Council on Hunger and Food Policy will conduct a meeting on August 22, 10 a.m., at Foodlink, 2011 Mt. Read Boulevard, Rochester, 2nd Floor Community Room. Open to the public. Meeting materials intended for discussion during the meeting and minutes and recording of the meeting will be uploaded to https://agriculture.ny.gov/council-hunger-and-food-policy.

•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 more information.

School Board

•Churchville-Chili Central School District Board of Education meets at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville, on Tuesday, August 22. Use entrance 24 or 26. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room A #3802. Regular Board of Education meeting at 7 p.m. in Administrative Board Room #3808.

Free awareness seminar for parents

by Tami Raco

A seminar titled “Protecting and Parenting Our Children in Today’s Culture” will be held in Clarkson on Friday, August 25, at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the public, the seminar is intended to help anyone that cares for a child address difficult topics such as parental and children’s rights with sexuality and gender identity issues.

The guest speaker is Bridgette Heap, an author and researcher who helps families be more cognizant of what children are being exposed to, sometimes even without a parent’s knowledge or permission, especially through the public-school system’s clubs, books, websites, and curriculum. The goal of the event is to inform parents and caregivers about the new policies that the New York State Department of Education has implemented that affect children’s and parents’ rights. Heap will also provide an overview of a Supreme Court case that affects parental rights. An open forum ‘Question and Answer’ session will be held at the end of the event.

This free event is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Jubilee Church, 3565 Lake Road North in Clarkson, near Hafner Park. There will be free childcare provided. A drawstring backpack will be given to each child in the family that registers by August 21 and the child

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Lily M. Brongo of Spencerport, was named to the 2023 spring dean’s and dean’s freshman honor roll at The University of Wyoming.

The following students received bachelor degrees from the State University of New York at Cortland in spring 2023:

•Alyssa Cusimano of Hilton - art studio

•Emily Marino of Hilton - business economics

•Jevon Pryce of Rochester (14626) - sociology

•Alivia Ruta of Hilton - biomedical sciences

•James Sciortino of Rochester (14626) - sport management.

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does not have to be present to receive the backpack. Although the event is being held in a church, this is not a faith-based event. “There will be no preaching at this event. The purpose of this is to simply educate families about their rights.” said Pastor Emilio Sebastian. Pastor Emilio has received emails from teachers from a local school district expressing their concerns and sadness on the gender confusing curriculum that they are now being forced to teach to children as young as five years of age. “The bottom line is, we are holding this to help bring awareness to the community to help protect families,” said Pastor Emilio.

For more information or to register, scan the QR code in the advertisement in this edition or call 637-8530 to reserve your spot.

Social Security adds to its Compassionate Allowances list

Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, has announced 12 new Compassionate Allowances conditions: 1p36 Deletion Syndrome, Anaplastic Ependymoma, Calciphylaxis, Cholangiocarcinoma, FOXG1 Syndrome, Leber Congenital Amaurosis, Metastatic Endometrial Adenocarcinoma, Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Pineoblastoma – Childhood, Primary Omental Cancer, Sarcomatoid Carcinoma of the Lung – Stages II-IV, and Trisomy 9.

The Compassionate Allowances program quickly identifies claims where the applicant’s medical condition or disease clearly meets Social Security’s statutory standard for disability. Due to the severe nature of many of these conditions, these claims are often allowed based on medical confirmation of the diagnosis alone. To date, nearly 900,000 people with severe disabilities have been approved through this accelerated, policy-compliant disability process, which now includes a total of 278 conditions.

“The Social Security Administration remains committed to reducing barriers and ensuring people who are eligible for benefits receive them,” said Acting Commissioner Kijakazi. “Our

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Compassionate Allowances program allows us to reinforce that commitment by expediting the disability application process for people with the most severe disabilities.”

When a person applies for disability benefits, Social Security must obtain medical records in order to make an accurate determination. The agency incorporates leading technology to identify potential Compassionate Allowances cases and make quick decisions. Social Security’s Health IT brings the speed and efficiency of electronic medical records to the disability determination process. With electronic records transmission, Social Security can quickly obtain a claimant’s medical information, review it, and make a faster determination.

For more information about the program, including a list of all Compassionate Allowances conditions, visit www.ssa.gov/compassionateallowances.

To learn more about Social Security’s Health IT program, visit www. ssa.gov/hit.

People may apply online for disability benefits by visiting www.ssa.gov.

To create a my Social Security account, visit www.ssa.gov/myaccount.

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Gianni Pellett of Spencerport, was named to the 2023 spring dean’s list at St. John Fisher University. His major is business management-finance.

Thomas Reese of Rochester, was named to the 2023 spring dean’s list at University of Maryland Global Campus, Adelphi, Maryland.

Victoria Liess of Churchville, received a bachelor of science degree in biochemistry during the 2023 Commencement Ceremonies of Hobart and William Smith Colleges, on May 21.

Liess is the child of Paul J. Liess, Jr. and Tiffany

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The following students were named to the 2023 spring dean’s list at Genesee Community College:

•Katarina Allen of Brockport

•Bayli Bostley of Brockport

•Tonya Craig of Bergen

•Hailey Johnson of Hamlin

•Timothy Klier of Churchville

•James Matthews of Brockport

•Grace McKeon of Brockport

•Andrea Mundt of Hamlin

•Jeriko Nemeth of Hamlin

•Brilyn Rebisz of Bergen

•Zachary Schultz of Holley

•Benjamin Starkweather of Bergen

•Alayna Steffen of Kendall

•Sophia Triassi of Hilton

•William Breslawski of Hilton

•Anyuris Caraballo of Brockport

•Brianna Davis of Churchville

•Isaac Farwell of Rochester (14624)

•Stephan Jones of Hilton

•Joseph Korzenieski of Hamlin

•Madalyn Lippold of Spencerport

•Michael Malecki of Bergen

•Johanna Renaldo of Churchville.

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Peter C. DeToy

Brockport: Peter passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023, after a 7-year battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his parents Alfred and Jessie. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years and best friend Gail. He is also survived by three children Michael (Laurel) DeToy, Suzanne (David) Eshenour and Kerry (David) Blask, 6 grandchildren, and sister Jacqueline (Dexter) Nowak.

Peter led a happy and busy life. Joining the NY Army National Guard at age 15 and served for 8 years. He then was appointed to the New York State Police as a Trooper in June of 1962, he served honorably until retirement in 1982. He then enjoyed a second career as an insurance investigator for another 20 years. He was active in his community, he was a life member of the Brockport Volunteer Fire Department, a two term Village of Brockport Village Board Trustee. Past Commander of Brockport American Legion Post 379. He and Gail were members of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church for 60 years, where for over 20 years he was a lector and served on the Mt. Olivet Cemetery Board. Peter was a life member of the Knights of Columbus, where he was a Grand Knight and Fourth Degree Faithful Navigator. He and Gail enjoyed camping for over 30 years, and spent the last decade in Florida where they made many friends. He enjoyed golf and refereed several sports. He was very proud of his grandchildren and their achievements.

Family will receive friends on Sunday August 20th from 3-6 pm at the Fowler Funeral Home Inc. 340 West Ave., Brockport. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday August 21st at 10 AM in Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 152 Main St., Brockport. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute to Strong Memorial Hospital Palliative Care or to the Aurora House.

Dolores Mae “Dolly” Flow

December 28, 1928 – July 18, 2023

Dolores Mae Flow, formerly of Brockport, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by song, prayers and the love of her devoted family on July 18, 2023. She was 94 years old. She was predeceased by her husband Vincent J. Flow, Sr and son Vincent J. Flow III.

Dolores is survived by her children, Susan Flow (Michael Livesay), Mary-Jo Ehrlich (Felix Ortiz), Timothy (Nancy), daughter-in-law Barbara Flow.

Dolores was blessed with the love of seven grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and a lifetime of good friends.

Dolores was an amazingly sweet, kind, gracious and generous woman who was loved by everyone. She gave freely of herself to others, always with a big smile and a warm hug. She took care of her family like the most precious cargo on the planet and to her, all friends were family.

Dolores was born to Mary Cataldi and Flo Giraulo in Ebensburg, PA. She met her husband Vincent, when her father caught a ride home one day from a fellow worker’s son. The son, Vincent Flow, saw Dolly’s high school picture on the wall and immediately asked permission to date her. That glimpse was love at first sight that turned into marriage that lasted 70 years.

Dolly and Vince settled in Brockport and raised a family of four children and lots of pets. Dolly cherished her time in Brockport and was known for making the best chocolate cookies in town. She served as a member of the Brockport Junior Women’s League and host of the local Welcome Wagon where she helped to orientate new families to town. She was an active member of Nativity BVM Church and worked for Bob Bruce’s Insurance Company.

Upon retirement, Dolly and Vince became snowbirds traveling to Florida for the winter and spending summers on the Flow Family Garlic Farm in Kendall, NY living in their RV under the weeping willow trees.

Dolores enjoyed traveling, helping to process the garlic, taking long walks with the dogs, playing with the grandkids and visiting family and friends. When they eventually settled in Sarasota, joining their son Timmy and his family, they became active in the local Shriners where Dolly found great joy in serving as a Shriner Greeterette.

Dolly will be remembered for her kind nature, warm hugs, words of encouragement and her strong belief that prayers will help any situation and God’s will, will be done. She will be greatly missed. Her eternal memory will always evoke a reflection upon the kind, loving, sweet, supportive, accommodating quiet of her presence.

A memorial Catholic Mass will be held on Friday, August 25th at 10am at the Nativity of the BVM Church, 152 Main Street, Brockport, NY.

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•Harris, Katharine V. (Cox), died unexpectedly August 1, 2023 at age 71. Predeceased by her parents George and Gertrude Cox. She is survived by her loving son Michael (Jessica) Harris; grandchildren Kimberly and Bryant Harris; sister Ruth (Al) Fosberg; several nieces, nephews, cousins and her best friend, Vicki Thomas. Kathy retired from the Monroe County Clerk’s Office. She was an avid jewelry maker. She enjoyed volunteering in her community and making new friends. Kathy was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Brockport.

At this time, no services have been scheduled. Contributions can be made to a Breast Cancer Coalition of one’s choice in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Fowler Funeral Home, Brockport.

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•Brown, Jordon I., died August 11, 2023 at age 67. Survived by his wife of 34 years, Abby; daughters, Morgan (Ben) Longabaugh and Rachel Brown; grandson, Aedan; sister, Susan (Michael) Slade; sister-in-law, Rebecca Devins; and nephew, Kyle (Jessy) Devins. Jordon retired from Lifetime Assistance after 30 years of serving as Executive Vice President. He also was a former elected Chili Town Councilman and served on many committees in the Rochester area.

A Celebration of Jordon’s life was held August 15 at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili. Interment, Westside Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation in his memory.

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•Delano, Barbara E., died August 11, 2023 at age 75. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Emma Baker; her husband, Walter Delano (2022); and her brother-in-law, Robert Flory. She is survived by her son, James (Brenda) Delano; her grandchildren, Alan (Diane) Delano and Angelica (James) Dolan; her three great-grandchildren; her sisters, Karen Flory, Cindy (Ed) Mundt, and Jan (Jack) Clancy; and several nieces and nephews. Barbara was a homemaker, enjoying raising her children and loving her family. Her pastimes included reading.

Her Funeral Service was held August 18 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton. Interment in Parma Union Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Craig Goodrich Animal Shelter, 80 Railroad Avenue, Hamlin, NY 14464 in her memory.

•Green, James A., died August 16, 2023 at age 70. He was predeceased by his father, Richard Green; and his sister, Sue Maynard. He is survived by his mother, June Green; his daughters, Jessica Stotler, Brandi (Paul) Gears, Jessica Sheppard, and Felicia Green; several grandchildren; and his sisters, Debby Green and Sandy Levee. James, a graduate of Hilton High School, worked as a machinist for various companies in the Rochester area. He enjoyed antique cars, always wishing to acquire a 1957 Chevy. Hunting and fishing, especially at Canadice Lake, were other favorite pastimes.

Friends and family are invited to call Thursday, August 24 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Avenue, Hilton. There will be no services at this time. Contributions can be made to Aurora House of Western Monroe County, 2495 South Union Street, Spencerport, New York 14559 in his memory.

•Hankey, Carol M., age 83, died August 8, 2023 after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her husband, Gene H. Hankey and her son, Thomas H. Hankey. She is survived by her loving children, James (Margaret) Hankey and Donna Scorse; her daughter-in-law, Julia Hankey; her grandchildren, Michele (Kurt) Hutchinson, Harry (Kristy) Scorse, Charles Jr. (Sierra) Scorse, Katie Wade, Jessica (David) Ouellette, and Matthew Hankey; her eight great-grandchildren; and her brother, David Henchen. Carol was also predeceased by her brother, Robert; her sister, Diane; her brother-in-law, George Hankey; and her sister-in-law, Anna Clark. Carol retired after 25 years of driving school bus for Brockport School District. She loved taking her RV to Florida, and enjoyed all the years she spent snowmobiling in Osceola and Redfield.

Visitation was held August 17 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton, followed by Carol’s Entombment at The Chapel of Peace Mausoleum at Riverside Cemetery, Lake Avenue, Rochester. Donations can be made to American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 in her memory.

•Link, Richard A., died August 9, 2023 at age 86. He was predeceased by his parents, Carl and Annella Link, and his brother, Carl Link. He is survived by his wife, Juanita Link; his children, Lorraine (Timothy) Roy and Lawrence (Jen Fitzgerald) Link; his grandchildren, Molly (Tyler Magro) Roy, and Kathryn Roy; and Michael, Kyle and Rachael Link; his siblings, Edward (Philomena) Link, Paul (Elouise) Link, Joan (Daniel) Fleming; and his nieces and nephews. Richard was a Veteran of the US National Guard. He retired from Eastman Kodak Company, where he worked as a Chemist. He was a life-long member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church. In his younger years he was an avid softball player and umpired for both baseball and softball. He also played a variety of sports. He enjoyed bowling and fishing

Family and friends are invited to call Monday, August 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Richard’s Funeral Mass Tuesday, August 22, at 11 a.m. at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester & Finger Lakes Region Chapter, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618 in his memory

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•Michael, Virginia Rae “Ginny,” died August 11, 2023. She is survived by her sons, Matt (Debbie) Barclay, Dan (Jill Payne) Michael; grandson, Matthew (Kelli) Barclay; greatgranddaughter, Rilynn Barclay; sister-in-law, Carol Redmond; nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends. She was predeceased by her first husband, Howie Barclay, and her parents, Frank and Jessie Weihonig. Ginny graduated from Hilton High School and received her degree from Brockport College. She worked at Eastman Kodak Company, retiring in the early 1990’s. She grew up at Braddock’s Bay and became a lifelong Hilton resident. It is at the “hotel” where her passion for waitressing grew. That started her “part-time career.” She went on to work at many local restaurants, and she enjoyed traveling with her family and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Ginny’s Life at a later date. Donations can be made in memory of Ginny to Journey Home, 994 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14626. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. •Palmer, Carol Rowley, died August 11, 2023 at age 81. She was predeceased by her parents, Millard and Marion Newcomb Rowley; her first husband, John Dunn; and her son, Stephen Dunn. She is survived by her husband, Dale Palmer; her son, Brian (Beth) Dunn; her daughter-in-law, Joanne Dunn; Dale’s children, Tyson, Jacob, and Andrew (Katie) Palmer; her sister, Jane Rowley; her grandchildren, Stephen Jr., Samantha, Erin, Alyriana, Skye Lynn, and Ruby; her cousins, Lynn, Pete and Bill; and many more relatives and friends. Carol retired after working for over 50 years in various jobs, including over 20 years as Traffic Manager for Sibley’s. She was a cat lover, and enjoyed gardening, doing puzzles, and shopping.

Carol’s Graveside Service was held August 17 in Parma Union Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450 in her memory.

•Ruck, Janet Elaine, died August 11, 2023 at age 84. Janet is predeceased by her parents; niece, Felicia Dawn Ruck, and great nieces, Nichole and Hollie Ruck. She is survived by her companion of 35 years, Bonnie Pagel; her forever best friend, sister, Pat (late Maynard) Priestley, and her brother Donald (Rosemarie) Ruck; nieces and nephew, Terry (Kevin) Novak, Michael Ruck, Donna (Shane) Seyler, Angela (Joe) Maniace, Vicki (late Bobby) Maid, Michele (David) Willliams and Eva (Jesus) Crawford; many great nieces and nephews; many great great nieces and nephews; her bonus Pagel family, especially her best buddy, Dayton, who always put a smile on Janet’s face. She graduated summa cum laude from Brockport State College, with her teaching degree at the age of 20. Science was always her first love, and she spent 30 years with the Churchville-Chili school district teaching, later becoming the head of the Science department. Janet enjoyed traveling and the outdoor life, and always enjoyed sharing her adventures with her family.

Calling hours will be held Wednesday, August 23 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday, August 24 at 10 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Janet’s memory.

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Norma K. Jones

Spencerport – Passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at age 86. She is survived by her children, Nancy (David) Craner, Brian (Denise) Jones, Kyle (Jaimi) Jones; five grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Delos A. Jones and grandson, Kacie D. Jones. A memorial service will be held on August 25th at 11 AM at Ogden Presbyterian Church, 2400 S. Union Street, Spencerport 14559 followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ogden Presbyterian Church in Norma’s memory.

Vincent Tata named director of patient services for CHHA

Ogden resident Vincent Tata, RN, has been named director of patient services for HCR Home Care’s Finger Lakes Certified Home Health Agency (CHHA).

In this role, Tata supervises the dayto-day clinical operations

and all patient care for the CHHA. Tata brings more than a decade of experience to this new role. Most recently, he served as senior manager of clinical operations at UR Medicine Home Care.

Tata earned a master’s degree in school administration/supervision and bachelor’s degrees in sports medicine and health/physical education K-12 from Canisius College. He earned his bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Rochester School of Nursing.

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Get out & grow!

Growing potatoes

by Kristina Gabalski

Growing potatoes can be a fun and nutritious experience for the whole family. According to Cornell University, potatoes are grown as an annual in areas that receive frost, as they are native to the Andes Mountains in South America. Cornell also says growing potatoes is easy – if you have the right location and soil.

Potatoes are grown from seed potatoes; tubers grown the previous season. They need well-drained soil, as they will rot if conditions are wet and cold. If you have heavy clay, consider growing potatoes in raised beds. You can also add organic material such as compost, cover crops or leaves to improve the soil for potato growing. Cornell warns against using manure or high nitrogen fertilizer as it will encourage lush foliage growth at the expense of tuber production.

Potatoes are a bit unique as they do best in slightly acidic soil – with a pH between 4.8 and 5.5. If your soil tends to be alkaline, now is the time to prepare for growing potatoes next year. Get a soil test and amend the soil in the fall so that it will be the correct pH come planting time next spring.

Disease-free seed potatoes can be found at garden centers or through online and catalog seed companies. If you save your own seed potatoes, make sure you get rid of any that show signs of disease. Potatoes from the supermarket should be avoided as they may have been treated with sprout inhibitors.

Cut your seed potatoes as little as possible. Tubers that are egg-size or smaller can be planted as is. Those larger than a chicken egg should be cut into pieces about one-inch across or slightly larger. Each piece should have one “eye,” a small bud from which the stem will grow. It can help to cure the cut seed potatoes before planting. Cornell suggests putting about five pounds of cut potatoes into a large grocery bag and folding the top closed. Keep at room temperature for

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to three days before planting.

Plant about two to four weeks before the last frost date. Soil temperature should be around 50° F. Do not plant where you have grown potatoes, tomatoes, peppers or eggplant for the past two years. One way to plant is by digging a shallow trench about four inches deep with a hoe. Plant the seed potatoes about eight to 12 inches apart in the trench with their eyes up and cover with soil. Stems and foliage should emerge in two to four weeks.

When plants get to be about six to eight inches tall, “hill” up the potatoes by hoeing soil loosely around the base to within about one inch of the lower leaves. Repeat in about two to three weeks. The hilling process, which can be continued through the growing season to about a six- to eight-inch ridge, helps keep the potatoes from being exposed to sun, which turns them green and bitter.

Potatoes will need about one inch of water each week during the growing season. Cornell says row covers can help protect against Colorado potato beetles, leaf hoppers and flea beetles, which are the main pests of potatoes. You can crush the yellow eggs of Colorado potato beetles underneath the leaves and remove adults by hand to help control the population. As with tomatoes, potatoes can also get early and late blight. Cornell advises using certified seed, keeping foliage dry by watering early in the day and spacing plants apart for air circulation. Scab can also be a problem if the soil pH is too high.

Blight resistant varieties include Allegany, Elba, Rosa and Sebago. Scab resistant varieties include Chieftan, Norland, Russet Burbank, Russet Rural and Superior. You can spread out your harvest by planting early, mid-season and late varieties. You can also experiment with different skin and flesh colors and subtle flavors of different varieties.

Harvest carefully, using your hands as much as possible to protect from damaging the potatoes. Those that do

Potato plants in bloom. Under the right conditions, growing potatoes can be easy and fun.

Photo by Kristina Gabalski.

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Hawley hosting Patriot Trip to D.C. for local veterans

Earlier this summer, Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C-Batavia) announced this year’s Patriot Trip to Washington, D.C., which will take place from September 21 to 24, where veterans and their families will get a tour of the nation’s capital and its numerous monuments and landmarks honoring those who served. This year’s trip will include stops at several notable locations in the D.C. area, including the WWII, Korean and Vietnam War memorials and Arlington National Cemetery.

“I am incredibly excited to host this event for another year,” said Hawley. “This trip is a great opportunity to honor our local veterans. We owe a deep level of gratitude for all they have sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy in this nation, so being able to

take them to our nation’s capital to see these historic landmarks every year is truly an honor.”

The deadline to register for this year’s Patriot Trip has once again been extended. Because the trip is for local veterans, the hotel is allowing additional time for sign-ups. Those interested in participating must register by Tuesday, August 29, at 3 p.m. This trip is open to all military veterans and their families. The cost will be between $450 and $500 per person and includes travel, accommodations, admissions, meals and some souvenirs. Those who are interested in participating in this event should contact Hawley’s office at 585-5895780 or email carneyj@nyassembly. gov for more details.

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Travel scam warning

It has been a busy summer for travel, and that strong interest has also attracted criminals who are looking to take advantage of others. AAA strongly urges travelers to use reputable services for their travel needs, and to be on alert for potential scams.

Recently, a AAA travel advisor came across a scam targeting air travelers. The scam specifically targets people who search for an airline’s phone number online because their flight has been canceled or delayed. Those fake phone numbers lead callers to an unrelated, third party that will ask for reservation information and credit card numbers to pay for a “service fee” or price difference between flights. In some cases, those “fees” are hundreds of dollars. AAA wants members, and all travelers, to be

aware of these types of scams to avoid falling victim.

AAA Recommendations:

•If your flight is delayed or canceled, and you’re at the airport, speak with a gate agent in person or use the airline’s app.

•If you prefer to call the airline, use the toll-free number that appears on their website.

•An airline will not charge you for a canceled or delayed flight.

•Prior to a trip, download the airline’s app and save their toll-free number on your phone.

•To avoid these situations, work with a travel agent ahead of time and purchase travel insurance to cover incidental expenses like meals and lodging in the event of a cancelation. Provided information

SUNY Brockport partnership opens new pathway for students to pursue career as chiropractors

SUNY Brockport’s new 4+3 Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) allows Exercise Science or Kinesiology majors to complete their undergraduate degree while meeting admissions requirements for the DC program at Northeast College of Health Sciences.

Students are able to choose between three options for their undergraduate degree: B.S. in Exercise Science (Concentration in Exercise for Health Promotion); B.S. in Exercise Science (Concentration in Strength and Conditioning); B.S. in Kinesiology.

Chiropractors are licensed health care professionals that emphasize the body’s ability to heal itself. Typical treatment involves manual therapy (including spinal manipulation) but exercise and nutritional counseling are other forms of treatment that may be considered.

Students must meet specific criteria to receive acceptance at Northeast College of Health Science and choose their preferred start date. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA or greater (on a 4.0 scale); students who do not maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 from SUNY Brockport, but complete the program with a GPA of 2.75 or better, will receive special consideration for admission to Northeast. Students must also have a minimum of 24 hours

in the life and physical sciences with minimum grades of “C”.

Students graduating from SUNY Brockport and entering Northeast College of Health Sciences with a 3.0 to 3.499 cumulative GPA will be automatically awarded a $1,500 Northeast merit scholarship. Students entering with a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA will be automatically awarded a $2,500 Northeast merit scholarship. These scholarships are non-renewable and dispersed equally between the first and second Northeast trimesters only.

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GCC appoints new Director of Veterinary Technology

Genesee Community College has appointed Stephanie Ortel, LVT as its new director of Veterinary Technology.

Ortel is a Western New York native. She graduated from Medaille College with an AS in Veterinary Technology in 1999 and a BS in Veterinary Technology in 2005. Throughout her career her area of veterinary medicine has focused on pain management and physical rehab therapy for dogs and cats. Ortel earned a MS in Adult Education from Buffalo State College in 2018. She started as an adjunct instructor at GCC in 2016 and then became a full-time instructor in 2021.

Stephanie Ortel, LVT

passed from Dr. Carrie Caccamise of a highly regarded vet tech program. The Vet Tech department is committed to producing quality graduates ready to enter the workforce.”

Veterinary technicians work with veterinarians in private practice as well as in zoos, animal shelters, wildlife facilities and in research labs. Some technicians have careers with pharmaceutical companies, pet food companies or in diagnostic laboratories.

GCC’s Vet Tech program was established in 2010 and received full American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accreditation in 2017. The program is accredited through 2028 after passing the most recent AVMA review in 2022. Learn more about GCC’s Vet Tech program at https://www.genesee. edu/academics/programs/veterinary-technology/. Provided information and photo

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Legal Notice Town of Clarkson Notice of Adoption

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Town Board of the Town of Clarkson, New York, adopted on the 8th day of August 2023, Local Law #4-2023. Said local law amended the Town of Clarkson’s “Local Law No. 1-1973 of the Town of Clarkson” as it relates to the regulation of accessory structures and uses within the Town. The law identifies various permitted accessory use and structures and adopts various regulations, including dimensional regulations, relating thereto.

The complete text of this local law is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk and may be inspected during normal business hours.

By Order of the Town Board of the Town of Clarkson.

Dated: August 8, 2023

Susan Henshaw

Clarkson Town Clerk

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– 2139 North Union St.

Joe’s Mart Gas Station – 5028 Ridge Rd. W.

NAPA – 380 South Union St.

Ogden Gardens, 20 Kingsford Lane

Ogden Senior Center – 200 South Union St.

Ogden Town Hall – 269 Ogden Center Rd.

Slayton Place – 26 Slayton Ave.

Spencerport Family Apothecary – 42 Nichols St.

Sullivan’s Charbroil – 4712 Ridge Rd. W.

Tops Market – 27 Slayton Ave.

Trowbridge Apartments – 67 Lyell Ave.

Valero Gas Station – 2371 Spencerport Rd.

Walgreens – 2841 Nichols St.

Yellow Goose Gas Station – 3512 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.

WEST EDITION Bergen Area

7 Eleven – 8400 Buffalo Rd.

Bergen Meadows – 6619 N. Lake Rd.

C Store – 8073 Clinton St. Rd. (Route 33)

Hidden Meadows – Hidden Meadows Dr.

Ralph & Rosie’s Deli – 19 N. Lake Rd.

Rose Garden Bowl – 21 Buffalo Rd.

Brockport-Clarkson Area

Crosby’s – 8389 West Ridge Rd.

Seymour Library – 161 East Ave.

Wellington Woods – 702 Wellington Woods Dr. S.

Brockport-Sweden Area

Byrne Dairy – 5550 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.

Brockport Diner – 11 Erie St.

Crosby’s – 4614 Lake Rd.

Kwik Fill – 82 Main St.

Lift Bridge Book Shop – 45 Main St.

Mobil On the Run Gas Station – 4118 Lake Rd.

Royal Gardens Apartments – 100 Royal Gardens Way

The Landing – 90 West Ave. Hamlin Area

Bradford Manor Apartments – 161 Victor Lane

Brightly’s Farm Market – 525 Drake Rd.

Crosby’s – 1449 Lake Rd.

Hamlin Library – 1680 Lake Rd.

Hamlin Terrace Apartments – 150 Hamlin Terrace

Hamlin Town Hall – 1658 Lake Rd.

Krony’s Pizza – 500 Hamlin Clarkson TL Rd.

Nina’s Golden Scissors – 1765 Lake Rd.

Pettinari’s – 918 Roosevelt Hwy.

Tops Market – 1800 Lake Rd.

Holley-Clarendon Area

Akley Apartments – 17179 4th Section Rd.

Crosby’s – 4541 Holley-Byron Rd.

Holley-Murray Area

Crosby’s – 35 State St.

Sports & Recreation

New chapter for Spencerport football

by Warren Kozireski

Following a 3-4 regular season and a first-round loss to Churchville-Chili in the Section V Class A1 playoffs, Spencerport will start a new chapter of their football program with head coach Brian Hugelmaier replacing John Dowd.

But Hugelmaier is far from an unfamiliar face to the program. His, and many other parents were instrumental in bringing varsity football back to Spencerport in the mid-1990s.

“A group of dedicated parents that were involved with the Ogden Bears (youth program) got together and formed a committee in an effort to start a high school football program in Spencerport,” Hugelmaier said via email. “After many votes, football was finally a part of Spencerport in the mid-90s.

“My parents, along with many other dedicated parents were part of that. I can remember the struggle of getting the program started (many fundraising efforts, going door to door, etc.).”

Last season was a disappointment. The offense averaged almost 30 points per game but were also held to 12 points or fewer in four of the losses including the postseason.

“The players have been working extremely hard since I took over in January. I have been a coach in the

program for the last three years, so the relationships have been built with the players and we were able to hit the ground running in the off-season. Players and coaches have bought in, and we are ready to get to work on the first day of practice August 19.

“Our defense will look the same. Coach Burns will stay on as our Defensive Coordinator. He has been on the staff for the last 10+ years...(and) been a vital part of Spencerport’s recent success. Our offense will look a little different this year. Spencerport Football is known for its tough, hardnosed style of play and we want to keep that moving forward. Coach Dowd (previous coach) did a great job of developing a blue-collar attitude and I intend to keep it that way. Spencerport is a tough, hardworking, blue-collar community and the football program will reflect that.”

Five returning offensive linemen will help solidify things up front in seniors Tyran Hoyte (OL/LB), Kaden Armosino (OL/DL), Ayden Millan (OL/DL), Colton Burns (OL/DE) and Josh Winter (OL/DL). Fellow seniors Jahyleen Quick (RB/LB), Jack Vickers (RB/LB) and Anthony Hackett (WR/ DB) along with junior Miron Gurman (TE/DE) provide experience handling the ball.

“Changing the style of play on the field will take time. Development at

the younger levels will be key. Our varsity players have really committed to the off-season and sacrificed time over the summer to put extra time in. This hard work in the offseason will hopefully pay dividends on the field and make the transition a little smoother.”

The schedule-maker didn’t help the new head coach with any grace period as the Rangers will play 2022 sectional finalists Canandaigua and East High over the first three weeks of the season. Homecoming is Saturday, September 23, against Greece Athena.

“Needless to say, as a founding member of the program, I have a vested interest in Spencerport football. It will be my life’s work to ensure this program is successful.”

Scorse captures his third RDGA Senior Championship Title

Beginning the final round of the 2023 RDGA Wilson Fitch Senior Championship on Wednesday, August 9, at Canandaigua Country Club, defending champion Jim Scorse of Stafford Country Club found himself two shots out of the lead, facing three tough competitors with just 18 holes to play.

Turns out, Scorse, a Churchville resident, had his opponents just where he wanted them.

In typical Jim Scorse fashion, the five-time RDGA District Champion and RDGA Hall of Famer only got better as the final round wore on, while his opponents, one by one, all dropped out of contention as the Senior Championship drew to a close.

By the end of the day, Scorse captured the 2023 RDGA Wilson Fitch Senior Championship title by two shots over 2017 RDGA Senior Champion Stu Harris, claiming his second consecutive victory in the Championship – and third District Senior title in four years.

This year’s first-time host course for the RDGA Senior Championship – Canandaigua Country Club – proved to be something of a wild card, as many of the competitors had never played the private 9-hole facility until recently. This was underscored by the fact that there were many higher scores in Tuesday’s first round (coupled by rainy and gusty conditions) and that the course par of 71 was only bested twice during the entire Championship.

Michael Harris and Roland both struggled throughout the final round, never getting on track and never battling for the lead.

Other players, such as 1999 RDGA District Champion Carter Lucas and Doug Hallman of Mill Creek, made early runs to the top of the leaderboard, only to see their chances derailed by late bogies.

Meanwhile, Scorse was in the process of putting together the type of final round that he has become known for – the type of round that helped him capture multiple titles of all kinds over the past two decades.

After completing his first nine in even par, Harris bogied holes 10 and 11. Despite a birdie on the 13th hole, he added two more bogies – including one on the par-4 18th for the second consecutive day – and finished with scores of 70-74 for a 2-over-par 144 total for the Championship.

For Scorse, this was his third RDGA Wilson Fitch Senior title since reaching the eligible age to enter, 55, four years ago.

He adds this year’s championship to the five RDGA District Championships, nine RDGA Match Play titles, eight RDGA Mid Am titles and 15 RDGA Player of the Year awards in his RDGA Hall of Fame career.

While the first three age Divisions (Seniors, ages 55-59; Super Seniors, ages 60 to 64, and Masters, ages 65-69) were competing together from the Blue Tees, the Legends Division (ages 70 and up) was playing from the White Tees and competing for the first of the four Division titles.

In the Legends Division, defending champion Bob Zeman of Sodus Bay Heights was looking to become the first three-time winner in the Division. However, it was a first-time player in the age group – Steve Wade of Canandaigua – who used home knowledge of the host course to his advantage, finishing two shots ahead of Zeman with scores of 76-77 for a 153 total to win the 2023 RDGA Legends Senior Title.

In the other three Division races, Oak Hill’s Stu Harris won the Super Senior Division title with scores of 70-74 for a 144 total; like Wade in the Legends, Canandaigua’s Jim Johnson won the Masters Division title with the assistance of homecourse knowledge; and Scorse captured the Senior Division crown.

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Due to the fact that Canandaigua is a 9-hole layout (with two sets of tees to reflect “front” and “back” nines), the field was split into morning and afternoon waves both days. With the leaders teeing off last in the afternoon wave of the second round and Scorse in the next-to-last pairing, the 2023 District Senior title would not be decided until late in the day, as the sun set over the course on the eastern shores of Canandaigua Lake.

First round leader Stu Harris of Oak Hill was the first to tee off in the final pairing, along with Michael Harris of Morgan’s Crossing and Paul Roland of the Country Club of Rochester – both of whom began the day one shot behind the leader.

Scorse began the final round with a bogey – but soon righted the ship, scrambling for four consecutive pars. Two more bogies and one birdie later, and he still found himself amongst a pack of contenders following Harris. But – that’s when the old Scorse magic began to happen.

In his second nine of the final round, Scorse turned on the birdie machine, recording three over the last six holes – including the 18th, which had been playing tough throughout the Championship. Coming in with a 1-under-par 70 in Round 2 – only the second round under par of the Championship – Scorse finished the 36-hole Championship with scores of 72-71 for an even-par 142.

That left Harris – who recorded the only other round under par of the Championship (a first round 70) as the only player left to challenge Scorse. Unfortunately for Harris, he was going in the opposite direction.

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Garage Sale August 25 & 26 9am5pm. 144 Ogden Parma TL Road, Spencerport, tools, stained glass, household items, clothes.[8-20]

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* Attention * Spencerport Class of 1973 50 year reunion. Sat., Sept. 2, 1:30 - 10 p.m. Tickets $35 PP in advance. Mail to: Spencerport Class of 1973, PO Box 373, Spencerport., NY 14559. Contact for more info: Spencerport73RSVP@gmail.com or text/ call 585-230-8662. [8-27]

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BROCKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

is accepting applications for the following positions:

TOWN OF CLARKSON

For all positions, apply on line at: https://www.applitrack.com/brockport/onlineapp/

HOLLEY CSD is seeking candiates for the following ASAP;

• Anticipated Full-time Bus Drivers - paid training and $1,000 sign on bonus

• Anticipated Full-time School Bus Attendants

• Full-time Custodial Worker (cleaner)

• Full-time Teacher Aide

• Part-time Teacher Aide - café

• Substitutes for all positions

Please print and complete the Civil Service application found at www.holleycsd.org and return to:

Holley CSD, 3800 N. Main St. Rd., Holley, NY 14470 Call 585-638-6316 X: 2003 for more information.

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Genesee Transportation Council to hold quarterly meeting August 24

The Genesee Transportation Council (GTC), the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region, will hold one of its quarterly Board meetings on Thursday, August 24, at 8:30 a.m. at RGRTA, located at 1372 East Main Street in Rochester.

Each Board meeting is open to the public. A public forum is included at the beginning of the meeting to allow for public comment on meeting agenda items before the GTC Board takes action.

Observers are welcome to attend in person or will have the opportunity to watch and participate via a dedicated webpage, www.publicinput.com/GTCBoard. On this webpage, observers will be able to listen to and view a live feed of the meeting in any language. Individuals may also call in to listen to the audio

portion with a dedicated, toll-free phone number 855-925-2801 (Meeting code: 8998) and follow the prompts to record a voice message or speak in real-time during the public forum portion of the meeting. Observers will have the opportunity to submit questions and comments via chat, email to GTCBoard@PublicInput.com, or text B45313 to 855-925-2801.

The agenda and meeting materials are available at https:// www.gtcmpo.org/Meeting_Materials.

The United States Department of Transportation requires every metropolitan area with a population over 50,000 to have a designated MPO to qualify for receipt of federal highway and transit funds. GTC is the MPO for the nine-county region, which includes Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates counties.

The GTC Board consists of elected officials from the nine counties, the City of Rochester, and representatives of other local, regional, state and federal transportation-related agencies. The Board provides direction to the staff, establishes policy, and approves all activities and major work products, including the Long Range Transportation Plan, Unified Planning Work Program, and Transportation Improvement Program which detail how federal transportation funding is used in the greater Rochester planning area.

GTC will provide accommodations for anybody who wishes to participate in this meeting despite disability or proficiency in English. Contact GTC at 585-232-6240 or email to contactgtc@gtcmpo.org to arrange for services at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Provided information

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•Cubitt, Marilynn Willison, died August 14, 2023 at age 89. Predeceased by her loving husband of 64 years Raymond Cubitt; parents, William and Ida (Wallman) Willison; brothers, Malvern (Joan) Willison, Marvin (Shorty) Willison; brothersin-law, Glen Cubitt, Bernard (Inda) Cubitt, and Edward Zavacki and sister-in-law Margaret Lemmens. She leaves behind daughters, Cynthia (Lou) Rossi, Kimberly Cubitt, and son Randall Cubitt; grandchildren, Evan (Krista) Hart, Ryan Hart, Alexander Zingaro, Laurel Hart (Jeff Prohaska), Vanessa (Benedetto Di Gregorio) Zingaro, Joshua Cubitt and Amanda Cubitt; six great-grandchildren; sister, Marcia Zavacki; sisters-in-law, Rita Willison, Sylvia Webster, and Carol (Mark) MacRae; brother-in-law, Robert (Joanne) Cubitt, and several nieces, nephews, and many friends. She also leaves her companion and faithful friend, her dog Fermi. Marilynn was a retired Special Education Teacher, having worked for Monroe 2 Orleans BOCES for 28 years. She was a Trinity

Lutheran Church Pre-School Director for 14 years, and an active member serving on many committees at Trinity Lutheran Church in Spencerport. She was an avid gardener and took great pride in her lovely gardens. Her Memorial Service was held August 18 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Spencerport. Donations can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church Pre-School, 191 Nichols Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

•Fox, Janice (Parr), age 79, of Greece, formerly of Spencerport, died August 12, 2023. Predeceased by her parents, Edith and J. Everett Parr and brother in-law, John B. Wilson. Survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Myron; sisters, Marsha (Jack) Prince, Nancy Wilson.

A Celebration of Janice’s life was held August 19 at the Greece Methodist Church, 1924 Maiden Lane. Donations can be made to House of Mercy, 285 Ormond St, Rochester NY 14605 in her memory.

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Legal Notice Town of riga

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Riga will hold a Workshop Meeting on Wednesday, August 30th at 6:00 pm at the Town Hall, 6460 Buffalo Road, Churchville, New York regarding employee health care coverage.

Dated: August 16, 2023

By Order of the Town Board Kimberly Pape, Town Clerk Town of Riga

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CHURCHVILLE-CHILI CENTRAL

SCHOOL DISTRICT

PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF RIGA

Churchville-Chili Central School District, located in the Towns of Riga, Ogden, Chili and Sweden announces that the warrant for the collection of School Taxes on property located in the Town of Riga, has been delivered to the Collector. Taxes on property located in the Towns of Ogden, Chili and Sweden are collected by the Receiver of Taxes in the respective Town Office Buildings.

SCHOOL TAX COLLECTOR MATTHEW J. DEAMARAL

Will receive taxes for the Town of Riga at the Westside Community Federal Credit Union, 125 E. Buffalo Street, Churchville, New York, beginning September 1, 2023 through October 31, 2023 during the following hours:

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 – OCTOBER 31, 2023

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Legal Notice Town of riga

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Riga will hold BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETINGS on September 18th, from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, and (September 19th, from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm if needed) at the Riga Town Hall, 6460 Buffalo Road, Churchville, New York.

By Order of the Town Board

Dated: August 11, 2023

Kimberly Pape, Town Clerk Town of Riga

Legal Notice

Town of Parma

Public Hearing

Local Law #3-2023

TAKE NOTICE, that the Town Board of the Town of PARMA will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road, Hilton, New York on September 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., on Introductory Local Law No. 3 of the Year 2023, entitled A LOCAL LAW TO ESTABLISH A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON CERTAIN LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS THAT ARE PENDING OR MAY SUBSEQUENTLY BE FILED WITH THE TOWN OF PARMA.

The text of this proposed local law is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk and may be inspected during normal business hours.

All interested parties will be given the opportunity to be heard.

Dated: August 16, 2023

By order of the Parma Town Board Carrie Fracassi Town Clerk

LegaL NoticeS

Legal Notice

Town of ogden

SCHOOL TAX PAYMENT INFORMATION

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that I, Noelle Burley, Town Clerk/Receiver of Taxes for the Town of Ogden, have received the tax roll and warrant for collection of school taxes for the Town of Ogden residents in the SPENCERPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CHURCHVILLE-CHILI SCHOOL DISTRICT and BROCKPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT, and that I will receive payment of said school taxes at the OGDEN COMMUNITY CENTER, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, New York, beginning September 1, 2023 from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS:

A. Full Payments - September 1October 1, 2023 . . . No Interest Due . .

. Pay TOTAL AMOUNT of tax bill to Noelle Burley, Receiver of Taxes.

B. Installment Payments - All school districts accept installment payments and may be paid by following these instructions:

1. First Installment - Pay TOTAL amount, including service charge, on stub #1 by September 15, 2023 to Noelle Burley, Receiver of Taxes.

2. September 16 to September 20th - ADD 1% INTEREST TO TOTAL amount including service charge on stub #1 and PAY to Noelle Burley, Receiver of Taxes.

3. Providing the first installment (due date September 15, 2023) has been made properly, installments for due dates October 15, 2023 and November 15, 2023 only are payable to the Monroe County Treasury.

4. If the FIRST INSTALLMENT is NOT paid by September 20, 2023, the installment plan is NO LONGER AVAILABLE

The full amount of the school tax bill must be paid (See Instruction A above).

NO PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER NOVEMBER 18

School taxes unpaid after that date, plus accrued interest and penalties, will be relevied onto the 2024 Town and County tax bill.

C. CHECKS must be made out CORRECTLY & LEGIBLY.

D. NO third party CHECKS will be accepted.

E. Persons having checks returned to the Receiver marked INSUFFICIENT FUNDS or for ANY OTHER REASON will be charged an additional $20.00 penalty, payable before the returned check is re-deposited.

F. Our Tax Dropbox will be available for after-hour payments. Payments received through the Tax Dropbox will be processed on the previous business day’s date.

Your CAREFUL adherence to the above School Tax Payment Information will help tremendously to make the school tax collection process run smoothly. Thank you.

DATED: August 15, 2023

NOELLE BURLEY, TOWN CLERK/ RECEIVER OF TAXES TOWN OF OGDEN

Legal Notice

“MARGHA CONSULTANTS & LANGUAGE SERVICES LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 07/28/2023. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY has been designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to P.O. Box 402, North Greece, NY 14515. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.”

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No collections on Saturdays, Sundays or Holidays

SCHOOL TAX PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS

FULL PAYMENT

Sept. 1 thru Oct. 1 No interest due. Pay total amount of bill.

MAKE CHECK PAYABLE AND SEND TO:

Receiver of Taxes

Churchville-Chili CSD P.O. Box 165 Ithaca, NY 14851

Oct. 2 thru 31 Add 2% interest to total amount and include in payment.

Nov. 1 thru 18 Pay to COUNTY TREASURY. **Interest must be included. After Oct. 31 call 753-1200 for exact amount due, including interest.

NO PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER NOVEMBER 18

INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS:

All installment payments must include the 0.10% service charge shown as part of each installment.

Sept. 1 thru 15 No interest due. Pay total amount shown for due date--

MAKE CHECK PAYABLE AND SEND TO:

Receiver of Taxes

Churchville-Chili CSD P.O. Box 165 Ithaca, NY 14851

Sept. 16 thru 20 Add 1% interest to total amount for due date September 15 and include in payment.

After September 20, 2023 the installment plan is no longer available to you and the total amount of the bill, must be paid in one payment.

Providing the first installment (due date September 15, 2023) has been made properly, installments for due dates October 15, 2023 and November 15, 2023 ONLY are payable to the COUNTY TREASURY

IF an installment is not paid on or before the 15th of the month due, a 1% interest charge for each amount or fraction thereof must be added to the total amount due, including the service charge

**NOTE** When paying County Treasury as directed above, please make checks payable to:

Mail to: COUNTY TREASURY

P.O. Box 14420, Rochester, New York 14614

Pay in Person: Room B-2, County Office Building 39 West Main Street, Rochester, NY

NO PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER NOVEMBER 18

School Taxes unpaid after that date, plus accrued interest and penalties, will be relevied on the 2023 Town and County tax bill.

Michelle Penner, Clerk Board of Education

Legal Notice

Town of Parma

PLEASE BE ADVISED, DUE TO A WATER LINE BREAK THE TOWN OF PARMA’S AUGUST 16, 2023 ZONING BOARD MEETING HAD TO BE CANCELLED. IT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 23, 2023, AT 7:00 PM. TO HEAR THE FOLLOWING CASES.

AGENDA - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING OF WEDNESDAY, August 23rd, 20237:00 PM

1. REVIEW MINUTES FROM THE JULY 19th, 2023 ZONING BOARD MEETING

NEW BUSINESS

1. LORRIC DEVELOPMENT CORP / BUTTERNUT HILL SUBDIVISON 179 PINE HILL ROAD

The applicant is requesting relief from Town Zoning Ordinance Article XVIII Subsection 165-33, (E) (1) (Schedule 1). To allow a proposed Subdivision’s (lot 1) to have a set back from the proposed entrance road of 40.3 feet and a front lot width from Pine Hill Road of 91.58 feet and a rear width of 96.89 feet. Town Code requires a front setback from public access roads and streets be 60 feet, and the lot width of 100 feet. The property is zoned Medium Density (MD).

2. JOSHUA ALBERTI 1204 HILTON PARMA CORNERS ROAD.

The applicant is requesting relief from Town Zoning Article V, subsection 165-31 (E) (1) (schedule I) for the placement of a Pole Barn located in the rear yard with a 13 foot side set back. Town Code requires 25-foot side setback. This property is zoned Agricultural Conservation (AC).

3. JOSEPH AINA JR. 10 CONNIES LANE.

The applicant is requesting relief from Town Zoning Article V, Subsection 165-33 (C) (2), and Article X, subsection 165-82 (C) (3), for the proposed erecting of a 780 square foot accessory structure on the south side of the house in the side yard, the total square footage of all accessory structures on the property will total 940 square feet. Town code limits accessory structures to 600 sq ft, and accessory structures to be in the rear yard. This property is Zoned Medium Density (MD).

4. JOHN NICHOLS 66 NORTH AVE.

The applicant is requesting relief from Town Zoning Article V, subsection 165-32 (E) (1) (schedule I) for the placement of an addition located on the north side of the home with a 34 foot side set back, and a 20 foot and 26 foot front set back. Town Code requires 40 foot side setback and a 75 foot front set back. This property is zoned Rural Residential (RR).

5. STEVE & ALYSSA TROMBLEY 1298 WEST AVE.

The applicant is requesting relief from Zoning Article V, Subsection 165-32 (B) (Permitted principle uses), to allow a farm-to-table food truck business and 30- foot by 40- foot parking area. A dining area 30- foot by 40- foot adjacent to the food truck. The applicant is also requesting a 4 foot by 8-foot permanent sign with an 18 inch by 6-foot open sign attached below the permanent sign totaling 41.6 square feet of signage with a 4-foot set back from the right of way. Town code Article XIV 165-111 (D) requires a 15-foot set back from all property lines. Article XIV 165-112 (F) allows a sign not to exceed 2 square feet in area. This property is zoned Rural Residential (RR)

25th Annual Cycle the Erie Canal Bike Tour

by Barbara Burke

The “Cycle the Erie Canal” bike tour is an eight day, 400 mile ride along the Erie Canalway Trail from Buffalo to Albany. An annual event, this year’s tour was held July 9-16, 2023. It is fully supported and organized by Parks & Trails New York (PTNY). Activities along the ride include shopping, theatre, museums, parks, historical landmarks, locally sourced food, wine and beer, all accessible from the trail.

This year was the 25th anniversary of the Cycle the Erie Canal tour, New York’s biggest multi-day bike tour. There were 750 cyclists from 40 states, Canada and around

experience the tour with them. Every year we’re not only welcoming upstate New Yorkers, we’re hosting folks from all over the United States and the world,” said Paul Steely White, Executive Director of Parks & Trails New York.

Each morning participating cyclists are given an itinerary for the day detailing points of interest, suggestions for breaks at historic sites, and recommendations for shopping and dining spots.

Cyclists experienced many welcoming community members from the towns and villages along the tour who are anxious to share the beauty and history of where they live. This year’s stops included many places where history was made, including:

•Lockport with the opportunity to take a boat ride through the “Flight of Five” locks.

•Western New York’s “-port” villages.

•Rochester with an opportunity to take an excursion along the Genesee Riverway Trail or a kayak ride in the Genesee River.

the Erie Canal Bike Ride. “Erie Canal was a civil engineering wonder and made the country’s fertile interior accessible to the adventurers in the early history of the U.S. Cycling the Erie Canal enables kids to see and experience the American spirit. Thanks to Parks & Trails New York for making end-to-end cycling with kids enjoyable and worry free.” – Prof. Wen Dong, University at Buffalo. “[Cycle the Erie Canal] is the best trip I have ever had!” – Riley Dong, 7 years old, first grader at Dodge Elementary School. Photo by Karen Fien

Riders spent the eight nights of the tour camping in Buffalo, Medina, Fairport, Seneca Falls, Syracuse, Rome, Canajoharie, and Schenectady, before finishing at Corning Preserve in Albany.

“It’s more than just a tour. Like a magic loom, Cycle the Erie Canal weaves people and experiences together as they move through the landscape. We’ve seen grandparents riding with their grandkids. We’ve celebrated weddings of folks who have met

•Seneca Falls and a visit to the Women’s Rights National Historical Park.

•Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

•The Erie Canal Museum with a concert, a blacksmith demonstration and food trucks

•Old Erie Canal State Park with stops at Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum and Canastota Canal Town Museum

•Glacial potholes of Moss Island and the Arkell Museum

•A ride along the Mohawk River to Waterford where the Erie Canal ends

•Peebles Island State Park and Albany’s Corning Preserve.

For more information on registration for next year’s Cycle the Erie Canal event including costs, how to prepare, FAQs, services and volunteer opportunities, visit www. ptny.org/cycle-the-erie-canal

Spencerport resident Karen Fien volunteered with this year’s ride. She is shown here (l-r) in Albion, Port Byron, Camillus, an ice cream stop between Rome and Canajoharie, and at the finish line in Albany. Provided photos.

One Spencerport cyclist’s experience

Westside News staff photographer and Production Department manager, Karen Fien, participated in the Cycle the Erie Canal tour this year. Karen found out about the event when she had the opportunity to photograph the cyclists for a newspaper article last year when cyclists passed through Brockport. “I thought that it would be so much fun to participate, but wasn’t sure if I could do it,” she said.

Karen volunteered as a riding staff member with the tour. Riding volunteers work four days and ride four days, alternating riding and working days. Work days consisted of an assortment of jobs including assisting cyclists with day to day needs, preparing signs for the camp sites, staffing information booths and, in general, providing information and answering questions for the cyclists. “I really enjoyed working with, and meeting all of the cyclists. It was a well organized event, that made sure all of the cyclists’ needs were met. Everyone had a wonderful time; I didn’t hear any complaints from the people on the tour. It was so much fun meeting all of the people from all over the country, and the world. Everyone had a story, and everyone was so nice.”

On her riding days Karen encountered all of the same experiences as the full time cyclists. She said, “I learned so much about New York State. I didn’t realize that you could bike across the state following the Erie Canalway Trail. It was so impactful to experience the visuals along the way. The boats, the peaceful water, the different bridges, the wildflowers along the trail, and all of the history and historic sites that we visited. We are so fortunate to live in New York State, and

we have so many beautiful places to see and experience.”

Karen’s most memorable experience was the day the cyclists visited the Bryan M. Place Memorial Garden in Memphis, NY. The marker at the garden says, “Never To Be Forgotten.” The garden was started by Bryan’s mother in memory of her son who passed away in January of 2010 at the age of 39. Bryan was well known in the community as a financial expert, coach of youth sports, and athlete. Through the years, community

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members have helped with maintenance of the garden, which today is a beautiful remembrance of a young life lost. “It was such a beautiful place. The mother greeted each of the cyclists and passed out freeze pops to us. It was truly a positive memory that I will never forget.”

Karen’s favorite part of the tour was her feeling of self-accomplishment. “I wasn’t really sure that I would be able to do it. I never in my life rode 60 miles in one ride. When I got to Genesee Valley Park it came over me that I am able to do this, and that was huge for me,” she said.

To sum up her eight days biking along the Erie Canal Trail with 750 other cyclists that she never met before, Karen said, “It was the experience of a lifetime. All along the way the people in the towns and villages were so welcoming and anxious to share everything with us. I made friends from all around the country and other countries, too. Friendships that will last a lifetime, all centered around this beautiful experience of riding along the historic Erie Canal.”

More photos at westsidenewsny.com

Peggy, Wendy, Marie, Geoff, Karen, Sandi, Dave and Charley were part of the PM Information

Provided photo.

Melanie Perrault, Chief Mark Cuzzupoli, and Garrett Roe (r) greeted two cyclists in Brockport. Photo by Karen Fien.

Erie Canal cyclists relaxing with their freeze pops at the Bryan M. Place Memorial Garden in Memphis, NY. Photo by Karen Fien.

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 Ave. Brandi and our congregation are enjoying a summer sabbatical—a Season of Renewal. Our temporary pastors during this time are Rev.Whitney Scoville and Elder Fred Mollon. Please join us for worship, Sundays, 10 AM, a family friendly service, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording at https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. Help us enjoy relaxation, new experiences (a Devotional walk, a relaxing Yoga gathering, prayer opportunities), new fun, new discoveries, new connections, different worship leaders…and take Jesus on the journey with us! Youth Groups, Music Opportunities, Mission Trips, Season Teams, and Community Outreach, including our Food Cupboard (3rd Sat. each month, 10-11:30 AM), are a few programs we offer to enrich our faith. In need of prayer or counsel, call or email the church office: 585-889-9896 or fpc3600@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

1021 Hilton Parma Corners Rd, Hilton Website: www.lifequest.cc, email: info@lifequest.cc. Lead Pastor: Rev. Rob Dickerson. Sunday Worship 11am. Midweek Programs: Wednesdays at 7pm – Midweek Adult Bible Study, Royal Rangers - a scouting program for boys; Wednesdays at 6:30pm HYM Hilton Youth Ministries at the Gate Youth Center, 62 East Avenue, Hilton. Journey 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.

THE POTTER’S HOUSE

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

4756 Lake Road South, Suite 7, Brockport, NY 14420 Website: Brockportphchurch.com Phone: 585-943-1719

Services: Sunday at 10:30 am and 6 pm; Thursday at 7 pm.

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

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. CHRISTOPHER’S CHURCH

3350 Union Street, North Chili, Parish Office: 594-1400. We are a welcoming Catholic community with a focus on Faith in God and Service to His people. Join us for Mass any Saturday at 4:30PM, Sunday at 10:00AM or weekdays on Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:00AM. All are welcome in this place! We have a gifted Music Ministry including a Choir, Folk Group and Contemporary Group as well as a committed Faith Formation program for our youth. We offer many events throughout the year for our congregation and the surrounding community designed to deepen our faith and serve our brothers and sisters in the Rochester area. Check out our website at https://www.stchristophersnchili.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest updates.

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. 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, semi-monthly 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).

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

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585-964-2550. Sunday Services: 8:30 AM & 11 AM; 5th Sunday one service at 9:30

AM. Adult Bible Class & Sunday School at 9:45 AM (September – June). To view our services or devotions, go to stjohnhamlin.org.

“To KNOW Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH

St. John’s is a place to encounter Christ in the sacraments, in community and in the Scriptures through prayer, service, and fellowship. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Daily Mass, Tuesdays, & Thursdays at 8am and Wednesdays & Fridays at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays. Confession Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm and Saturdays 3:454:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (Benediction at 5:50pm) & Sunday 1:30-4:30pm (Evening Prayer at 4:00pm, Benediction at 4:15pm). Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages. We are located at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit our website at www. StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Our Parochial Administrator is Fr. Sriram Sadhanala.

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 3:30-4:30 PM; Rosary 4:30 PM; Mass 5 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. 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.

Daily Mass: Tueday-Friday 8 AM at St. Mary’s (no Mass on Monday); St. Mary Vigil Mass 4 PM on Saturday; St. Mark Vigil Mass 5:30 PM on Saturday; Sunday Mass 10 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

191 Nichols Street (Rt. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Pastor Steve Shrum. Trinity’s Updated Worship Schedules starting Sunday, July 9th – Traditional service at 9:00AM; Full Contemporary service at 10:30AM with Children’s Church. Both worship services will be live streamed on YouTube. Visit our new website at www.TrinitySpencerport. org. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail.com. ‘We are a Christ-centered church here to assist and rejuvenate the community through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We are a people that will equip families to draw closer to the Lord.’

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.

Four new tugboats ordered for NY canals

On August 4, the New York power Authority and New York State Canal Corporation announced a strategic investment in the future of the New York State Canal system through the procurement of four new maintenance marine vessels. The new tugboats will be operated by Canal Corporation personnel and positioned along the 524-mile Canal system to support the continued operation and maintenance of the statewide navigable waterway. The first two tugboats are scheduled to be delivered in 2025, the bicentennial year of the Erie Canal, with two additional tugs planned for delivery in 2027.

“With more than 200 communities along its banks, an investment in New York State’s Canal system is an investment in the upstate economy,” said New York power Authority and Canal Corporation Trustee and Syracuse

A rea Canal r ecreationist Bea Gonzalez. “The Canal Corporation’s workforce that maintains this historic and vital water transportation route and recreational asset will leverage these new tugboats to ensure our children and grandchildren can enjoy all of the benefits the Canal system offers for many decades to come.”

New York power Authority president and CEO Justin E. Driscoll said, “Once placed into service, these new maintenance vessels will give our dedicated personnel the opportunity to complete their tasks safely while operating aboard modern tugboats

equipped with the latest marine technology. As stewards of the Canal system, we know how important the iconic waterway is to so many communities. These new work boats will help ensure the canals continue to support economic development, community building, and expanded recreational uses across our great state for years to come.”

Staffed by Canal Corporation tugboat captains and floating plant personnel, the new steel inland tugs, each 64.5-feet long, will support operations required to maintain navigation along the Canal system. Some of this work includes buoy placement and retrieval, movement of spoils in hopper scows, transporting of dredge pipe, and mobilizing hydraulic and mechanical dredge units. In addition, the new tugs will have ice breaking capabilities built into them such as thicker steel and tighter spaced framing in the bow.

New York State Canal Corporation Director Brian U. Stratton said, “These four new tugboats are a significant investment into the Canal Corporation’s maintenance fleet that routinely ply the waters of upstate New York. For nearly two centuries the Erie, Champlain, Oswego, and Cayuga-Seneca Canals have been economic engines – supporting livelihoods and commerce while spurring the growth of villages, towns, and cities – and this investment ensures our workforce can efficiently maintain the canal’s navigable

waters for the next generation of users.”

In 2017, the Canal Corporation contracted with AENY, located in Northport, NY to perform a vessel assessment of its floating equipment. Based on the assessment, a long-term plan was developed to replace the aging fleet. The construction of the four new vessels will be in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard Sub-Chapter M regulations and a U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection will be obtained.

When delivered, the new tugs will be placed into service alongside the Tug Syracuse, a 1934 tugboat built by the State of New York that has been the workhorse of the maintenance fleet since its launch. The new tugboats also will join the Canal

Corporation’s Harriet Tubman , one of 10 smaller push tugboats that have been added to the fleet over the past five years.

The Board of Trustees for the New York power Authority, which owns and operates the New York State Canal Corporation as a subsidiary, awarded the contract to Blount Builders Inc. of Warren, rhode Island at its July 27, 2023, meeting. In 2020, Blount Builders Inc. successfully delivered the Breaker II, a tugboat owned and operated by the New York power Authority that supports its generation of electricity and champions ice breaking activity in the winter months along the Niagara river in Western New York. provided information. File photo.