Get out & grow!
by Kristina Gabalski
Not all daffodils are yellow
by Kristina Gabalski
March is finally here, and after all the snow, sleet, ice, and frigid temperatures, I am beyond ready for spring and, most especially, daffodils. I have a large yard with space for a naturalized daffodil planting. I add at least 25 bulbs each year - sometimes many more than that. I have been doing this since 1998, so I now have hundreds of blooms to look forward to each spring. Many years, the foliage pokes above the soil only to be buried by late winter and early spring snows. Other years, early blooms get buried in snow or pummeled by wind and rain. But daffodils are remarkably hardy and resilient plants, and they always manage to shine before going back to sleep for another year.
At first, I concentrated on yellow varieties recommended for massed, naturalized plantings. One year, I tried a bag of mixed cultivars and loved the mix of white, yellow, and orange colors and how the bloom time was extended significantly.
Many cultivars of daffodils come in color combinations such as pink(apricot) and orange, white and yellow together, all-white, white and orange, and orange and orange/red. Shades can be pastel or more saturated. A variety of flower shapes, bloom times, and heights also help add interest to your spring plantings.
According to the University of Wisconsin Extension, the first all-white daffodils were developed in England in the 1600s. White daffodils were wildflowers native to Northern Europe, and during the 17th century, people began growing them in their gardens. Breeders have selected and hybridized varieties over the centuries, and white daffodils are now available in almost all divisions.
The University of Wisconsin notes that many white or reverse bicolor cultivars with ‘Madame de Graff’ in their ancestry are very susceptible to root rot and do not perform as well as many yellow types. I have had very good luck with the white and non-yellow varieties I grow.
Daffodils are separated into 12 divisions in the current classification system, the University of Wisconsin says. The system describes the configuration of perianth segments (petals) and the corona (trumpet or cup).
one-third but less than equal to the length of the perianth segments.
‘Misty Glen’ is a pearlescent white daffodil with a green eye in the cup in Division 2.
•Division 3 includes small-cupped daffodils of garden origin. These have one flower per stem with the corona less than one-third the length of the perianth.
•Division 4 is double daffodils of garden origin with one or more flowers per stem, with the doubling of the perianth segments or the corona or both. ‘Tahiti’ is a Division 4 selection with golden double perianth segments and a smaller double orange corona.
•Division 5 includes triandrus daffodils of garden origin with two or more pendent flowers to a stem. Perianth segments are reflexed. ‘Ice Wings’ has multiple small flowers per stem with long trumpets and reflexed petals and is in Division 5.
•Division 6 is cyclamineus daffodils of garden origin. These usually have one flower per stem with long trumpets and swept-back petals. The flower is at an acute angle to the stem, and the neck (pedicle) is very short. ‘Jenny’ is in Division 6 and has milky-white petals and a yellow trumpet that fades to creamy white.
•Division 7 is jonquilla daffodils of garden origin. This includes scented flowers with tubular leaves and yellow flowers up to five centimeters across.
•Division 8 is tazetta daffodils of garden origin with bunched flowers, three to 20 per short stem. Leaves are broad, and these flowers are also fragrant. Most hybrids are tender and used for forcing or container cultivation.
•Division 9 is poeticus daffodils of garden origin characterized by white petals and a flat-frilled bright red cup of scented flowers. These cultivars typically bloom later than other narcissi. ‘Actea’ is in Division 9 and has large, flat white petals and a shallow yellow cup with a red edge.
•Division 10 includes wild forms and hybrids. All are miniature and less spectacular than those of garden origin.
•Division 11 is split corona daffodils of garden origin. The corona of the flower is split, usually for more than half its length. ‘Sovereign’ is in Division 11 and features a broad, ruffled yellow-orange split corona that almost hides the white petals.
•Division 1 includes trumpet daffodils of garden origin. These have one flower per stem with the corona as long or longer than the perianth segments. ‘Mount Hood’ is a popular all-white cultivar in Division 1.
•Division 2 is large cup-shaped daffodils of garden origin with one flower per stem and a corona of more than
•Finally, Division 12 includes miscellaneous daffodils, which do not fall into any other division. If you are looking for daffodils with white petals and a pinkish or apricot corona, ‘Precocious’ offers large, dark rosepink cups.
Spring cannot come fast enough! Can’t wait to see the
daffodils blooming!
Photo by Kristina Gabalski.
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Agriculture in the Classroom
“Eat a Rainbow” is one of CCE Monroe 4-H Agriculture in the Classroom lessons provided to students throughout Monroe County schools. Through this hands-on experience students are encouraged to taste new foods while learning about the importance of healthy eating. Educators also incorporate the importance of proper nutrition for animals and how farmers monitor their animals’ health.
Students from Churchville-Chili Middle School shared this about
their experience: “This is the best lesson ever!” and “I think peppers are my new favorite pizza topping!”
One student, whose family owns a pizza shop in town, said the lesson reminded her of her family’s pizza shop, and she had a lot of fun building her own pizza.
Contact Leslie Pude at lap276@ cornell.edu for more information about 4-H programs. Provided information and photos
REAL ID deadline approaching
Starting May 7, 2025, New York residents will be required to have a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license (or another approved form of identification) to board domestic flights, enter secure federal facilities, or access military bases.
Already have an Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL)? You’re good to go. An EDL meets REAL ID requirements and allows land/sea travel to Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. No further action is needed.
If your driver’s license does NOT have a star or the U.S. flag icon, you’ll need to upgrade. Area DMV offices are available to assist residents in obtaining their REAL ID or EDL before the deadline.
What You Need to Bring:
To upgrade to a REAL ID, individuals must visit the DMV in person and bring:
•One proof of identity (e.g., passport or U.S. birth certificate)
•Two proofs of NY residency
•Social Security card (if issued one)
•Current driver’s license (if exchanging an out-of-state license)
If your name has changed (due to marriage, divorce, or legal name
change), you must bring documentation proving the full name change history from birth to your current name:
•Marriage certificate(s) and/or divorce decree(s) (if you’ve been married more than once, bring all marriage certificates and divorce decrees)
•Legal name change documentation (if applicable)
REAL ID is part of a federal effort to improve the security of identification documents. Starting May 7, 2025, travelers will not be permitted to pass TSA checkpoints for domestic flights without a REAL ID or another form of federally approved ID (such as a passport).
For more information on REAL ID requirements, visit https://dmv. ny.gov/driver-license/enhanced-orreal-id.
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Hilton woman runs half marathon less than a year after suffering cardiac arrest
For Sydney Pelusio, of Hilton, Doom’s Day came on March 8, 2024, but her recovery has been a true testament to resilience, expert medical care, and the unwavering support of loved ones.
Last year, the then 32-year-old mom went to a local urgent care with viral symptoms – headache, nausea, and fatigue. Urgent care staff recommended she seek further treatment. By the time she got to Unity Hospital in Greece, she was so weak that she collapsed.
While physicians at Unity were examining Sydney’s heart, she went into cardiac arrest. The team urgently performed CPR, brought her back to life and implanted an Impella device to keep her heart beating. Sydney was a regular jogger and had no history of cardiac problems.
Providers suspected she had myocarditis and started treatment.
RRH Interventional Cardiologist Cameron Hall, MD, determined Sydney needed a higher level of care and rode in an ambulance with her to Rochester General Hospital. Once she arrived, she was connected to an Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) machine – a life support treatment that pumps and oxygenates blood.
RRH Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist Amanda Coniglio, MD, worried Sydney’s heart was so damaged that she would need a transplant. She got in touch with the cardiac team across town at the University of Rochester
some of the more than 50 team members whose coordinated efforts had saved her life.
“Sydney’s story is an example of the miracles achieved when health care pulls together as a team: doctors, nurses, sonographers, paramedics, administrative professionals – everyone has a role in making these miracles happen,” Jennifer Eslinger, President of Health Care Operations and Chief Operating Office at Rochester Regional Health, said in November.
Last weekend, Sydney reached another incredible milestone in her recovery journey – she ran the Disney Princess Half Marathon at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. After months of dedicated training under the guidance of her doctors, she crossed the finish line in about three hours, proving just how strong she has become.
“I could not have done it without the support of my family, friends, husband and of course, Dr. Coniglio,” said Sydney Pelusio.
Rochester Regional Health is proud to celebrate Sydney’s inspiring accomplishments. Her journey serves as a reminder of the power of perseverance, the importance of expert care, and the limitless potential of the human spirit.
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Sydney Pelusio with her marathon medal.
After months of training, Sydney ran the Disney Princess Half Marathon in about three hours. Sydney Pelusio (left) and friends.
Churchville-Chili middle-schoolers got to taste new foods and learn about nutrition.
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•Fowler, Marguerite Justice, of Greece, died February 20, 2025 at age 87. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry E. Fowler; her son, Steven Fowler; her granddaughter, Kimberly Rose Knorr; her parents, Gilbert and Florence Justice; her brothers, Gilbert Justice and David Justice; her sister, Mabel Beer; and her sisters-in-law, Jean Lee, Joan Fowler and Emily Justice. She is survived by her children, Brenda (Rich) Knorr, Norm (Sue) Fowler, and Chuck (Joanie) Fowler; her daughter-in-law, Linda Fowler; her grandchildren, Rebecca (Jacob Walker) Knorr, Jesse (Aviana Estevez) Knorr, Michael Fowler, Andrew (Samantha) Fowler, Ryan (Amanda) Fowler, Megan Fowler, and Matthew Fowler; her six great grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Bonnie Justice; her special friends, Rachel Braun and Rose Muscarella; and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be at the convenience of the family. Interment in Falls Cemetery. Please perform random acts of kindness in Marguerite’s memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.
•Germeroth, Florence Christina, of Greece, died February 20, 2025 at age 100. She was predeceased by her husband, George; her parents, Henry and Laura Lantz; and her siblings, Lorne Lantz, Walter (June) Lantz, and Herb Lantz; her brother-in-law, Robert Litt; her sister-in-law, Phyllis Rendon; and her granddaughter, Erin Germeroth. She is survived by her children, Sharon (Ralph) Roach, Wanda (Michael) Callahan, and Ryan (Margit) Germeroth; her grandchildren, Keith Roach (Jennifer), Kyle Roach (Mackenzie), Dr. Patrick Callahan (Dr. Havilah DeBell), Col. Shawn Callahan (Michelle), Lindsay Callahan (Michael Wilson), Kristin Germeroth (Garrett Beatty), Dr. Lisa Germeroth (Dan Bittle), and Melanie Drury (Matt); her 12 great-grandchildren; her sister, Margaret Litt; her sisters-in-law, Jean Bovingdon and Doris Lantz; her brother-in-law, Frank Rendon; and her many nieces and nephews.Florence was the Postmaster of North Greece for the US Postal Service and a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. In her leisure she enjoyed baking, cooking, sewing, reading, square dancing, traveling, and entertaining.
Family and friends are invited to attend Florence’s Funeral Service on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 158 East Avenue, Hilton. Interment will be held in Parma Union Cemetery in the spring. Donations can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468 in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.
Makenna M. Kuhn
Brockport: Passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 15, surrounded by the love of her parents, brothers and her cat, Tank after a courageous 4-year battle with cancer. Predeceased by her grandfather Bruce Barnes and cousins Elias and Elianna Kuhn. She is survived by her loving parents Daniel and Sara Kuhn, brothers Brennan and Phinean, grandparents Cynthia Barnes and Kathleen and Paul Kuhn, aunts and uncles Megan (Matthew) Warren, Kevin (Megen) Kuhn and Gregory (Sarah) Kuhn, many cousins especially her best friend cousin Tahlia Kuhn, her Vietnamese “aunts” Nhu and Ngoc as well as numerous dear friends.
Joan O. Buddle
After a courageous battle with cancer, Joan Irene O’Bryan Buddle passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at the age of 85. She is survived by her loving husband, Wilson F. Buddle of 64 years; her three daughters – Cynthia Buddle Hare (Peter), Wendy Buddle Ebersole (David), and Deborah Buddle Maar. Joan had nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was the daughter of Ardis and Ralph O’Bryan, born on March 24, 1939. Joan grew up in Elkland, PA. where she played saxophone and sang in the High School District Band and Chorus as well as in State Band for the NEA at a Philadelphia Convention. Joan represented the Ponoma Grange for the Tioga County Laurel Festival. After completing her BS in Education from Mansfield University in three years, she taught second through fifth grades for 28 years in the Horsehead, Monroe-Woodbury, and Byron-Bergen School Districts. Joan loved music, playing her accordion and was the church organist at the Brockport Methodist Church for 15 years. Joan was also a Girl Scout Leader, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and a member and one time president of the Brockport Twig, working many hours in the Gift Shop of Lakeside Hospital. Joan enjoyed traveling with her family and husband within this country and abroad. She especially enjoyed having her family along on vacations in Branson, Mo., Myrtle Beach, SC, and Siesta Key, Florida.
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•Belair, Deloris Mae, age 81, died February 16, 2025. She was predeceased by her devoted husband, Neil, in 2023. Deloris is survived by her children, Jennifer (Thomas) Gier, William (Danielle) Belair, Susan (Jeffrey) Gramowski, and James (Carey) Belair; her grandchildren, Jacquelyn Gier, Nicholas, Joseph, Michael W., Katherine, Madeline, and Michael R. Belair, Daniel and Elizabeth Gramowski; her beloved twin sister, Diane Merkel; her brothers-in-law, Ronald Soule and Dan Whipkey; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her sister, Kathleen Soule; her brother-in-law, James Merkel; and her sister-in-law, Dolores Whipkey. Deloris worked for Newcomb McCann Insurance Agency for 30 years as a successful agent. Throughout her life, Deloris volunteered in a number of community organizations including Hilton Apple Festival, Camp Fire Girls Leader, St. George’s Church as a Senior Warden, Boy Scouts, Hilton Music Boosters and many others. She enjoyed basket weaving, painting ceramics, calligraphy, painting pictures, sewing, reading, gardening and baking cookies.
A Celebration of Life for Deloris will be held over the summer; arrangements will be announced in the future. Donations can be made in her memory to Alzheimer’s Association Rochester and Finger Lakes Region, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.
Robert L. Fritz (1936-2025)
Services were held February 28 at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., 340 West Ave., Brockport. Interment will be held in Lakeview Cemetery in the Spring. Those wishing may contribute to the Wilmot Cancer Institute by mail at Wilmot Cancer Institute Development Office, Alumni and Advancement Center, 300 E. River Road, PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627 or online at https://www. urmc.rochester.edu/cancer-institute/giving/make-a-gift.
Frank Lapinski
Brockport – Frank Lapinski, 87, passed away Feb. 23, 2025, at Rochester Regional Hospital.
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Makenna’s passion for the performing arts was the pulse of her vibrant spirit. Theatre was Makenna’s therapy in the form of musicals, chorus, and dance recitals. Her favorite role was Crutchie in the musical Newsies. Makenna’s love for the stage was evident to all who watched her perform. Despite her medical struggles, Makenna handled everything with grace and tenacity. Makenna was an extremely diligent and hard-working student, qualities that led to her induction into the National Honor Society. Her kindness was contagious and her smile, infectious. Her unique sense of humor, dry and tinged with darkness, was a source of endless laughter and a hallmark of her personality. Her thoughtful nature meant that she was always considering others, always striving to make the world a kinder and more inclusive place. Her spirit will continue to inspire us, her laughter will echo in our memories, and her legacy will endure through the countless lives she touched with her extraordinary presence.
A Celebration of Makenna’s extraordinary Life will be held on Saturday, March 1st at 10 AM in the auditorium of Brockport High School. Flowers respectfully declined. Those wishing may contribute to the Willie Bee Foundation https://www.thewilliebeefoundation. org/donate, CURE Childhood Cancer https://www. curekidscancer.com/donate or 13Thirty https://13thirty. org in Makenna’s honor. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.
Frank was an extraordinary man known for his remarkable integrity and intellect. A former bank vice president with more than 30 years of experience in finance, Frank was very proud of his Exeter, PA roots and his Polish heritage. His friends affectionately called him the Polish Prince.
Those who knew him knew that Frank was always himself no matter who he was dealing with – he was always the same person. In addition to his exceptional integrity, he had a dry, gentle wit, a good-natured manner, and was always polite – even nurses remarked on his good manners. He was a true gentleman.
Frank enjoyed and was happiest being on his boat or water-skiing. A U.S. Army veteran, he was a graduate of Brown University’s School of Banking Program, and a devoted Board Member and Finance Committee member of the Rochester Polish Heritage Society for many years.
Frank was also keenly interested in family genealogy and had excellent writing skills. He supplied detailed genealogical scrolls to family members, doing meticulous research and going so far as to have Polish church records translated by a family friend.
He was one of five boys, and family was very important to him: his wife of 48 years, Julie Lapinski of Brockport, his “baby brother” John, his four nieces, especially Tricia, whose spunk he loved, and three nephews, Christopher, Gregory, and Jonathan, who loved and respected his “do-the-right-thing” philosophy. In accordance with his wishes, there will be no service.
Frank will be cremated and his remains buried with his parents and his brother, Joe, at the family plot in Exeter, PA.
Robert passed away on February 23rd peacefully at home after a long illness. He was 88 years old. His loving family was present. Bob, as he was known, was preceded in death by his wife Janice. He is survived by his daughter, Carol Labuzzetta, her husband James, and their children Charlie, Matthew, and Benjamin, as well as his daughter Pamela Paplham, her husband William, and their children Tyler and Brittany.
Bob was a United States Air Force Veteran where he served as an Air Traffic Controller and Warning Technician. He was especially proud of being named Airman of the Month at the Western Air Force Command in Washington State during his service years. Following the Air Force, Bob worked for Bausch and Lomb at the Rochester, New York headquarters for thirty-two years. He was a Systems Program Manager and implemented new coding for the company’s payroll and inventory systems.
Bob loved sports and was an avid baseball player and bowled for many years. As a teenager, he worked for the Rochester Red Wings as a manual score board operator at Silver Stadium. He had many fond memories of those days and introduced his daughters to the sport through the Knot Hole Gang games in the 1970s. He was a lifelong fan and supporter of the Rochester Red Wings baseball organization.
As per his request, there is no public memorial or services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the ASPCA in his name.
Gale A. Gurgir (Winkley)
Clarendon: Gale A. Gurgir, age 83, passed away suddenly on February 20, 2025 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.
She was born in Brockport, NY on June 10, 1941, to the late Edwin Sylvester and Florence Maude (Scott) Smith. She is survived by her sons, Dwight (Cathy), Darryl (Sally), Dwayne (Lisa) and Darrin (Anne); several grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister Betty Webster, husbands Lorenzo J. Winkley and Edward H. Gurgir. She was a 1959 graduate of Brockport High School.
There will be no prior calling hours. A Graveside Service at the convenience of the family and a Celebration of Gale’s life will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450 or PAWS Animal Shelter, 3371 Gaines Basin Road, Albion, NY 14411 in her memory.
•Gosnell, Ronald H. “Ron,” died February 16, 2025 at age 86. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Dorothy; and children, Jim (Karen) Dawson, Kimberly (Mike Bryson) Evans and Kim (Dave) Hall. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Nettie Gosnell. Ron was the owner of Smith McMann Services. Ron retired in 1989 after 30 years of cutting hair. Together, he and Dorothy enjoyed 29 years of retirement in Florida. In recent years they moved back to Hilton. He served as a Village Board Member and Deputy Mayor for the Village of Hilton from 1969 to 1989. Ron enjoyed retirement, traveling in the motorhome, growing vegetables, woodworking, going to car shows, and model railroading. Services were held February 28 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. Interment in Parma Corners Cemetery at the convenience of the family in the spring. Donations can be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-069 in Ron’s memory.
•Hawkins, James Frederick “Hawkn” died February 21, 2025 at age 82. He was predeceased by his mother, Eva Augusta Strussenburg-Elliott and his father, Edward Francis Hawkins; his brother, Lloyd Beehler; and his sisters, Doris Oehlbeck and Beverly Beehler Prevost. He is survived by his many nieces and nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Jim was a veteran of the US Marines, and then employed by RG&E. After his studies in avionic technology, he had a long career in the aerospace field in both California and Florida, working for the Howard Hughes Company and NASA. He retired 25 years ago, and returned to Hilton and was a devoted member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.
His Funeral Service will take place 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 158 East Avenue, Hilton. Interment will be held in Parma Union Cemetery in the spring. Contributions in memory of Jim can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.
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Chris Wilson on March 2
Brockport’s next Winter Serenades event celebrates the return of fan favorite Chris Wilson. It will be held Sunday, March 2, 3 p.m., at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Main and State Streets, Brockport.
Thanks to the generosity of many local music lovers, there is no charge and tickets are not required. The audience is invited to stay for an informal “Meet the Artists” reception afterward in the social hall. Light refreshments will be served.
Appropriate for all ages, the Serenades are also available for home viewing during the performance and later. See www.stlukesbrockport.org for a streaming link or go directly to YouTube. The series was initially titled Cabin Fever for good reason. After many days of snow, ice, and sunless skies, many are excited to be able to get out again for live music.
For more information, contact the Village of Brockport at 585-637-5300 or visit www.brockportny.org. While on the site, sign up on the Get Notifications link for up-to-date announce-
Hilton Alumni Association to host 2025 Casino Night
The public is invited to the third annual Hilton Alumni Association Casino Night on Saturday, April 5, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Hilton Exempts Club, 135 South Avenue, in Hilton. This year’s event will offer additional gaming tables, a $1,000 cash door prize, sponsored by Premium Mortgage, and a meat raffle donated by Pettinari’s Deli.
•Hors d’oeuvres donated by local restaurants
•Desserts donated by local bakeries. With no risk of losing cash, attendees can play to learn, play to have fun, and play to win over 100 prizes donated by local businesses and a supportive community.
Advance sale tickets ($40 per person) may be purchased at Foster’s Restaurant, 50 Canning Street, Hilton, or online by scanning the QR code or visiting www. hiltonalumniassociation.org. Tickets, if still available, can also be purchased at the door ($50 per person).
Attendees can learn to play popular Las Vegas style games without the risk of gambling losses. Ticket purchase includes the following:
•A cash donation to the HAA’s Grants and Scholarships Fund
•Playing chips to use at the gaming tables
•Mystery Raffle tickets to use after tables close (Everybody wins!)
All members of the public are invited. A cash bar will be available. As always, 100 percent of Casino Night net proceeds benefit the HAA’s Grant and Scholarship programs, so everyone leaves as a generous donor supporting students attending Hilton schools.
Help is needed to make this event a fundraising success. To donate gift baskets, gift certificates, raffle items, etc., contact the Hilton Alumni Association through their website. Event sponsorship, which includes complimentary tickets and on-site advertising throughout the evening, is also available. For information, contact Rick at 585-330-3755. Provided information
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Market – 98 South Ave.
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7 Eleven – 161 South Union St.
Abe’s Restaurant – 5232 Ridge Rd. W.
Big M Market – 1520 Spencerport Rd.
Byrne Dairy – 2295 Spencerport Rd.
DJ’s Pizza – 2139 North Union St.
Hunt Real Estate – 85 South Union St.
Joe’s Mart Gas Station – 5028 Ridge Rd. W.
Liberty Hollow – 4975 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.
Spencerport Village Office – 27 West Ave.
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.
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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.
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Akley Apartments – 17179 4th Section Rd.
Crosby’s – 4541 Holley-Byron Rd.
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Crosby’s – 35 State St.
Hickory Ridge Campground – 15853 Lynch Rd.
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Holley Pharmacy – 3 Geddes St.
Crosby’s – 16672 State Route 31
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•The Brockport Lions Club is having a “Stuff the Trailer” food drive on Sunday, March 9, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Brockport Area Vets Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Drop off non-perishable food donations. The Lions Club will have chili, hot chocolate, coffee, and live music in the Vets building. All foods and monetary donations will go to the Brockport Food Shelf.
•Donations are needed to help Brockport’s historic Morgan-Manning House recover from the devastating fire it sustained in January. To make a monetary donation, visit https://www.morganmanninghouse.org. Anyone interested in holding a fundraiser is asked to email RebuildMMH@ gmail.com for approval.
•Churchville-Chili High School is seeking donations of new or used dresses, suits, ties, dress shoes, and jewelry items in good condition for the Saints Prom/Ball Closet. The closet will remain open throughout the school year. Bring donations to the High School Main Office at Door 1.
•Genesee Valley Regional Comfort Cares is working to bring a comfort care home to eastern Genesee County. They are seeking volunteers and monetary donations as well as a half-acre property to build upon or a home in the Stone Church community to renovate. To get involved, email comfortcares585@gmail.com. Tax deductible donations can be made to GVRCC Inc. and mailed to 6613 North Bergen Road, Byron, NY 14422. The organization’s employer identification number is 93-2490132.
Events & Entertainment
•Brockport’s 2025 Winter Serenades music series continues on Sunday, March 2, at 3 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Main and State Streets. Chris Wilson will perform. Free and open to the public. A “Meet the Artists” reception will be held in the social hall following the concert. A video of the concert will be available at www.stlukesbrockport.org for those unable to attend in person. For more information, call 637-5300 or visit www. brockportny.org.
•The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies (NYSCCRR) will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 4, 4 p.m., at the Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Avenue, Rochester. The event provides a platform for the public to share personal testimonies and insights on the enduring harms and impact of slavery and institutional discrimination on the descendants of the Enslaved and African Americans in the state. ASL interpretation will be provided. For more information about NYSCCRR, visit www.ny.gov/ reparations.
•Comfort Cases is teaming up with Bruster’s Ice Cream on Saturday, March 8, for PJ Day. Wear pajamas and/or donate a new pair (sizes infant–adult XXL) at participating Bruster’s locations (Greece, Irondequoit, Webster). In return, customers will receive a free or discounted small handmade waffle cone, and their PJ donations will directly support youth in foster care in their local communities.
•The Spencerport Alumni Association’s 86th Annual Dinner is Friday, June 6, 6 p.m., at Red Fedele’s Brook House, 920 Elmridge Center Drive, Rochester. This year will honor the Class of 1975 for their 50th anniversary, the Class of 1965 for their 60th anniversary, and the Class of 2000 for their 25th anniversary. All Spencerport HS graduates are invited to attend. Reservations must be made by May 20. The dinner costs $35 per person with a cash bar available. Payments may be mailed to: Spencerport Alumni Association, PO Box 218, Spencerport, NY 14559, or by PayPal (Spencerport Alumni Association). List the year of graduation, and female graduates should include their maiden name (if applicable). Email SpencerportAlumni@gmail.com with any questions.
•Free outdoor, cultural, accessible and educational adventures to do near the Erie Canal are offered year round. Several opportunities in Brockport and Ogden. Find out more and make reservations at www.onthecanals.com.
Fundraisers
•Annual Ham Dinner, drive-thru/take-out, on Saturday, March 8, from 3 to 5 p.m. or until sold out, at Union Congregational Church, 14 North Main Street, Churchville. Dinners are $15 and include ham, scalloped potatoes, carrots, green beans, baked pineapple, and cake.
•Sunday Breakfast on March 9, 8 a.m. to noon, at Ferris Goodridge Legion Post #330, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Cost is $12 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under.
•Beef-on-Weck Dinner at Morton Baptist Church, on Saturday, March 22. Serving from 4 to 6 p.m., take out only. Beef-on-Weck served with German potato salad, applesauce, and cookie for $15. For tickets, call 585-710-2789 by March 14.
•The Open Door Mission is holding its fourth annual Hope Lives Breakfast on Thursday, March 27, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., at Golisano Community Engagement Center, 2280 Westside Drive, Rochester. Open Door Mission’s CEO, Anna Valeria, will discuss the state of homelessness in Rochester, Open Door Mission’s plans for the future and its ongoing Gratitude Campaign. Tickets are $100 each and can be reserved at https://opendoormission.com/hope-lives-breakfast.
Government Meetings
•Brockport: Village Board Meeting – March 3, 7 p.m. at 49 State Street.
•Chili: Conservation Board – March 3, 7 p.m., at Town Hall Main Meeting Room; Traffic & Safety Committee – March 6, 7 p.m., at 200 Beaver Road, New Highway Garage.
•Churchville: Planning Board – March 5, 7 p.m., at 23 East Buffalo Street.
•Clarkson: Historic Preservation – March 3, 6:45 p.m., at 3710 Lake Road.
•Hamlin: Planning Board – March 3, 7 p.m. at the Town Hall.
•Ogden: Conservation Board – March 4, 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – March 6, 7 p.m., at 269 Ogden Center Road.
•Parma: Planning Board – March 3, 7 p.m., at 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road.
•Riga: Planning Board – March 3, 7 p.m.
•Spencerport: Board of Trustees – March 5, 7 p.m., at 27 West Avenue.
Health/Help
•The Food Cupboard at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Avenue, is open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, and the third Saturday of each month. Grocery bags of food donated to those in need – currently serving over 90 families. Anyone interested in being a Food Cupboard Helper (packing bags, handing out food, etc), making monetary donations, and/or donating peanut butter, cereal, or crackers to this worthy cause, is asked to contact the church at 585-889-9896.
•The Hilton Community Clothes Closet, located in the basement of Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, is open Tuesdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m., the first Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m., and the third Saturday of the month from 9 to 11 a.m. Everything is free and there are no residency or financial requirements. Email Hilton.Clothing. Closet@gmail.com with any questions.
•Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 14 State Street, Brockport, on Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room and at the First Presbyterian Church, 35 State Street, Brockport, on Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m.
Historical
•Historical Horizons Lecture Series offered the first Wednesday of every month during the semester. These talks on a variety of topics of historical interest are open to the public and will be held at 7 p.m. in T102 on GCC’s Batavia Campus. They will also be available to join via Zoom. All talks will be followed by a Q&A session with the speakers. On March 5, “A Single Blow: The Battles of Lexington & Concord” by Phil Greenwalt.
•Parma Hilton Historical Society (PHHS) offers monthly presentations and guest speakers covering a range of topics related to local history or of general interest. They are held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Ingham Room at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, and are free and open to the public. On March 10, Rick Huff will speak about “The War of 1812 and Parma Happenings.”
Library Programs
•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/ Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preschool storytime with Mrs. Carlson is Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Join to read, talk, sing and play with friends. Lego Club for all ages is Thursday, March 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. Fiber Friends program is Monday, March 10, from 3 to 5 p.m. It is open to anyone with an interest in knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving or felting. Bring your own projects or help others. Register for programs online through the library calendar at https://calendar.libraryweb.org/ calendar/Hamlin. For information, call 964-2320 or visit the library’s website or Facebook page.
•Newman Riga Library, 1 South Main Street, Churchville, is open Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesdays/Thursdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preschool Storytime with Ms. Jenna at 10:30 a.m. every Thursday in March. Children aged 3 to 5 with a caregiver are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun. For more information, call 2932009, go to newmanrigalibrary.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.
•The Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.). Adult events: Book Group: Cradles of the Reich – March 11 at 2 p.m.; Alzheimer’s Association Presents: Healthy Aging – March 12 at 11 a.m.; Talk: Women’s History in
Rochester – March 24 at 6:30 p.m. Call 585-6176181 to register. Find Kids and Teen events at ogdenfarmerslibrary.org.
•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Teen/Tween Craft Club: Macrame Keychains – Thursday, March 6, 6 to 7 p.m., for grades 6 and up. Create an easy macrame keychain with a variety of colored cord. The Life of Louisa May Alcott: Beloved Author of Little Women – Friday, March 7, 2 to 3 p.m., registration required. This program will be offered both in-person at the library and on Zoom. Baby Storytime and Sensory Play – Tuesday, March 11, 10:30 to 11 a.m., for ages 0 to 3. Wednesday All Ages Storytime – Wednesday, March 12, 10:30 to 11 a.m., recommended for ages 2 to 5, but all ages are welcome. Pre-K Skills Play Time – Wednesday, March 12, 11 to 11:30 a.m., for children aged 3 to 5 with caregivers to develop early literacy components, explore sensory play, and more. St. Patrick’s Day Crafts – Wednesday, March 12, 2 to 4 p.m., for all ages. Make shamrock and pot of gold crafts in preparation for St. Patrick’s Day. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www. parmapubliclibrary.org.
•The Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, runs programs for patrons of all ages. For the complete schedule and additional information, visit seymourlibraryweb.org or call 637-1050. Some programs require advance registration.
Meetings
•Brockport Fire District meets March 3, 6:30 p.m., at Station #3, 191 West Avenue, Brockport. •The Hamlin Lions Club meets every first and third Tuesday, 6 p.m., at the Farmers Table, 1700 Lake Road, Hamlin. Call President Lion Randy Paap at 585-370-4420 to find out how you can get involved.
•The Hamlin Democratic Committee meets March 6, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Town Hall. •Spencerport Fire District meets March 6, 7 p.m., at Fire Station #1, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport. Open to the public.
•The Chili Lions Club meets Tuesday, March 11, 6:30 p.m., at the Moose Club, 5709 Chili Riga Center Road (at the corner of Betteridge Road). Text President Joe Korn at 469-1426 to find out how to get involved.
Professional
•Greece Regional Chamber’s March First Friday Networking, hosted by Lindsay Ward, Regional Director of the NY Small Business Development Center, will be held Friday, March 7, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Lift Bridge Book Shop, 45 Main Street, Brockport. The event is free for Chamber members. Register in advance at https://public.greecechamber.org/events, or contact the Chamber at 585-227-7272 or Info@GreeceChamber.org if you would like to attend. Complimentary coffee and breakfast treats will be served.
•The Small Business Development Center is hosting “Fund Your Business Future: The Ultimate Financial Matchmaking Event” on Thursday, March 20, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the SUNY Brockport Downtown REOC Building, MPR Room, 161 Chestnut Street, Rochester. Features a panel and discussion on lending and grant opportunities, funding focus circles, lending pairings, and small business growth strategies. RSVP to attend at tinyurl.com/SBDC-VJF. For information, call 585395-8410 or visit www.sbdcbrockport.org.
School Boards
•Brockport Central School Board of Education meets Tuesday, March 4, 6 p.m., in the District Office Board Room. Updated information at www. bcs1.org.
Seniors
•Turning 65 or already Medicare-eligible? Attend Medicare 101, a free education session to learn about: eligibility requirements of Medicare; Medicare Parts A, B, C and D; original Medicare costs and benefits; and prescription drug programs, Medigap and Medicare Advantage. Held Wednesday, March 19, 6:30 p.m., at Sweden Clarkson Community Center, 4927 Lake Road, Brockport. RSVP to theresas@maustandleone.com or call/text 585-507-6316. For accommodations of persons with special needs at meetings, call 585507-6316 or TTY 711. Attendees are under no obligation to enroll in a plan. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Theresa Seil is a Licensed Insurance Agent affiliated with Maust & Leone.
•“How Do You Know That Senior Living Might Be Right for You?” offered on Thursday, March 13, from 2 to 3 p.m. at The Addison of Park Crescent, 1000 Providence Circle, Rochester. Join residents and team members for a conversation on the realities and misconceptions of senior living. Learn about available options, signs to watch for, and tools and resources to help you navigate the decision. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to 585865-0680.
Volunteer Opportunities
•The Brockport Food Shelf is in need of volunteers, especially for the days they have to unload their deliveries. The application to volunteer can be found at https://www.brockportfoodshelf.org/ volunteer/.
Cosgrove Drama Club to perform Disney’s The Lion King JR.
The Cosgrove Drama Club will perform the musical, Disney’s The Lion King JR., for three shows on Friday and Saturday, March 7 and 8, in the high school performing arts center.
Show times are 7 p.m. on Friday and 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Reserved tickets are $12 each and may be purchased at https://cur8.com/730/project/126064.
The Disney musical is a shortened version of the Broadway show, designed for middle-school production and audiences of all ages.
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Brockport Lions update
The Brockport Lions Club installed new member Jim Coopenberg at their meeting on Wednesday, February 19. He was sponsored by Lion Norman Knapp and PDG Greg Lund administered the induction.
The club will be holding a “Stuff the Trailer” food collection drive on March 9, noon to 3 p.m., at the Brockport Area Vets Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Donations of nonperishable items as well as monetary donations accepted. The Lions Club will have chili, hot chocolate, coffee, and live music in the Vets building. All foods and monetary donations will go to the Brockport Food Shelf.
For more information on the Brockport Lions Club, contact Greg Lund by emailing lunddargreg@ aol.com.
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LegaL NoticeS
Legal Notice
Town of Parma
A local law proposing to amend Chapter 165 –Zoning of the Code of the Town of Parma PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Board of the Town of Parma shall hold and conduct a public hearing on Introductory Local Law #1– 2025 which Local Law proposed to amend Chapter 165- Zoning of the Code of the Town of Parma to update and revise the zoning regulations. Such public hearing will be held and conducted at the Parma Town Hall, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road, Hilton, New York on the 18th day of March 2025, at 6:30 p.m. and at which hearing all interested persons shall be heard concerning the subject matter thereof.
The Local Law proposes to update and revise the zoning regulations to better align with current planning objectives, land use needs, and statutory requirements. These amendments aim to enhance clarity, ensure compliance with applicable laws, and promote the orderly development of the Town.
A complete text of such Local Law is presently on file in the office of the Town Clerk where it may be examined by all interested persons during normal business hours and is available at www.parmany.org.
Carrie Fracassi, Parma Town Clerk February 25, 2025
INTRODUCTORY LOCAL LAW #2-2025 A LOCAL LAW PROPOSING TO AMEND CHAPTER 9 ANIMALS – ARTICLE I (SECTION 9-16.- PENALTIES FOR OFFENSES) OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF PARMA
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Board of the Town of Parma shall hold and conduct a public hearing for Introductory Local Law #2-2025 which Local Law proposed to amend Chapter 9 Animals – Article I (Section 9-16. – Penalties for Offenses) of the Code of the Town of Parma to set out the penalties for violations of any provision of Chapter 9 Chapter 9 Animals – Article I. Such public hearing will be held and conducted at the Parma Town Hall, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road, Hilton, NY on the 18th day of March 2025 at 6:30 p.m. and at which hearing all interested persons shall be heard concerning the subject matter thereof.
The Local Law proposes to set out the penalties for violations of any provision of Chapter 9 Animals – Article I.
A complete text of such Local Law is presently on file in the office of the Town Clerk where it may be examined by all interested persons during normal business hours.
Carrie Fracassi, Parma Town Clerk
Dated: February 25, 2025
Thank You to the Community from the Morgan-Manning House Museum
The disastrous fire on January 14 at the Morgan-Manning House Museum left us all stunned. The Community response that night and since then has been overwhelming. There are so many people to thank.
To the Fire Departments
Thanks to Brockport’s volunteer firefighters, who, along with Chief Smith, Deputy Chief Adam Leggett, and Assistant Chief Scott Wainwright, turned out all night long to fight the 4 alarm fire. And to our neighbors: Spencerport, Murray, Bergen, Churchville, Chili, LeRoy, Gates, North Greece, Kendall, Albion, Clarendon, Hilton, and Hamlin-Morton-Walker. Thanks for your help extinguishing this blaze, and providing standby apparatus.
In addition, we would like to extend our most sincere appreciation to:
• Brockport Central School District for providing us an office,
• The Brockport Police Department and the Village Department of Public Works for your logistical and physical support,
• Monroe Ambulance and Brockport Ambulance Corps for your prompt response,
• Regional Transit Service (RTS), for the bus parked on Monroe Avenue offering a welcome place for firefighters to be dry and warm for a few minutes,
• Nativity BVM Church, for use of the Parish Center for a warming station and place to get hot coffee and food donated by our local restaurants,
• Eyewitnesses Caurie Putnam and Garret Mora andcountless residents who offered support that night and posted photos,
• The Many Local Groups who have already and will continue to put together fundraising events and programs such as the Daisy Scout Can Drive.
Cleanup, repair, and restoration is underway. To support the house and keep informed, please join up as a member or donate at our website: www.morganmanninghouse.org. And watch this space for fundraising programs and events coming this Spring.
Pictured are (l-r) Norman Knapp, Jim Coopenberg, and PDG Greg Lund
Andrew Langston, Founder of WDKX, to be inducted into Salvatore’s Pizza Media Hall of Fame
Salvatore’s Pizza will celebrate 47 years of business in Rochester this summer. As Salvatore SoccerSam Fantauzzo, CEO/Founder of Salvatore’s Pizza, looks back on the company’s past, it is his wish to highlight and honor those who helped pave Salvatore’s success over the years.
Salvatore’s Pizza has an established a “Hall of Fame” on their website, where Salvatore’s inducts franchisees, key employees, partners, and vendors who have had an important hand in Salvatore’s history. The Hall of Fame can be found at https://www.salvatores.com/pizza-hall-of-fame.
Salvatore’s has now added a media section to their dedication, and have chosen the very first nominee in the media division of this recognition – Rochester radio legend, the late Mr. Andrew Langston.
“There is no future without our past,” said Fantauzzo, “I was fortunate to have people like Mr. Langston be a part of our history. Salvatore’s today only exists due to the many hands who have helped us along the way.”
Andrew Langston came to Rochester in the 1960s and founded WDKX Radio station in 1974. Four years after Mr. Langston founded WDKX, he became a regular customer at Salvatore’s original location at 1985 East Main Street that opened in 1978. He introduced Salvatore’s founder Salvatore Fantauzzo to Rochester radio and helped educate the young pizza entrepreneur about local radio advertising. Within days, Salvatore’s very first radio spots aired on WDKX Radio. Mr. Langston’s involvement in the young advertising days
of Salvatore’s was paramount in Salvatore’s initial growth. SoccerSam attributes Mr. Langston’s early local radio push as the advertising jump-start that his new business needed. Salvatore’s still places emphasis on radio advertising, and this is fueled by the early opportunity, kindness, and education that individuals such as Mr. Langston and others showed high school-aged Sam. Salvatore’s will always be appreciative of the late great Andrew Langston’s part in their company history, and this Rochester radio legend’s contributions to our community as a whole should always be remembered.
Mr. Langston passed in 2010, but the family-owned station remains strong under the direction of his son, Andre Langston.
“On behalf of WDKX and the Langston Family, we sincerely thank Salvatore’s for honoring our Founder, Andrew A. Langston, with this special recognition in their Media Wall of Fame,” said Andre Langston, son and WDKX Owner. “My Father’s legacy was built on community, perseverance and service, and we deeply appreciate this tribute to his impact. Thank you for celebrating his visions and contributions to Rochester.”
Salvatore’s will be privately gifting WDKX a plaque to honor Mr. Andrew Langston’s induction into their Media Hall of Fame. Andrew Langston’s name can now be found on Salvatore’s history webpage and Hall of Fame webpage: https://www.salvatores.com/pizza-hall-of-fame. Provided information
Area Worship Services
CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH
20 King Street in the village of Brockport. Join us Sunday mornings at 10am followed by coffee and refreshments. We were not created to do life by ourselves. Our Life Groups are a place where we get together to learn from and encourage one another. Life Groups meet at various locations throughout the week. Visit our website, www.ChristianCenter.Church for times and locations. Church office: 585.532.6200, email info@ChristianCenter.Church. Rev. Rick Walton, Senior Pastor
ComETo LIfE BIBLE CHURCH
Our Services are on Saturday evenings at 6:30pm at Cornerstone Bible Chapel, 3231 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624. Website: https://cometolifebible.church/ Phone Number: (Call or Text) 315-690-8708 Come to Life Bible Church is to be...
A place where you are invited to... Come as you are, and see the Bible come to life. Get to know Jesus, and experience the Holy Spirit
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: 10:45AM - led by Rev. Ann Brown. 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 of CHILI
Our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue, continues to spread God’s love, as Pastor Brandi and our Church Family extend a warm welcome to all. We’d love to have you join us for worship, Sundays, 10 am, a family friendly service, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording (URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. We offer a wide variety of music genres: bells, choir, classical and praise team; Youth group (grades 5-12); Sunday Bible Study at 9 am; Food Cupboard distribution on the third Saturday each month; yearly mission trip opportunities for youth and adults; Labyrinth Trail located at 3551 Chili Avenue; and various small group studies through the year. 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.
HoPE BRoCKPoRT
Are you seeking hope and wondering about faith or spiritual things? Then look no further than Hope Brockport! We warmly welcome you to our friendly community. Here, you will find love, support, and guidance as we navigate life together. You are invited to join us as we gather together every Sunday at 9:30 am, Hope Kids on Sundays at 9:30 am for children up to 5th grade, and Hope Youth on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm for 6th - 12th grade students. To connect, send questions to connect@sharethehope.org, call (585) 723-4673, or visit sharethehope.org to learn more. We are conveniently located at 6601 Fourth Section Road, Brockport, NY (Rt 31 - right across from Wegmans). We can’t wait to meet you!
JUBILEE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Sunday services at 10 AM (English) and 1 PM (Spansih) at 3565 Lake Road North, Brockport, NY 14420. Nursery care available during service for ages 0-4. Children’s Church: 10 AM Sundays. Bible Study: 9 AM Sundays & 7 PM Wednesdays. Trailblazers Youth Group: 7 to 8:15 PM Wednesdays (Grades 6-12). Website: jubileechristianchurch.org. Phone: 585-637-8530. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Jubilee is a beacon of hope in our community; where we show compassion and make a difference (Jude 1:22). Jubilee is not just a place to BE, it’s a place to BEcome; a place where YOU matter.
moRToN BAPTIST CHURCH
1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am (can also be viewed on Facebook or YouTube). 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.
NATIVITY of THE BLESSED VIRGINmARYand ST. ELIzABETH ANN SEToN CATHoLIC PARISHES
Nativity – 152 Main Street, Brockport (585-637-4500)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (SEAS) –3747 Brick Schoolhouse Road, Hamlin (585-964-8627)
Rev. Joseph Marcoux, pastor of both Parishes. Weekend Masses: Saturday 5PM at Nativity; Sunday 9AM at SEAS and 11AM at Nativity, 1:30PM Spanish Mass at Nativity. Daily Masses: 8AM at Nativity on Monday and Friday; 9AM at SEAS on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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 led by Pastor Whitney Scoville, 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; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.
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. We desire to know God, to make the gospel known to all, and to give God the glory. Our lead pastor, Domenic Danesi, and all of us who make SBC our home church warmly invite you to come for Sunday Bible Study at 9:30 am, Sunday Worship Service at 10:45 am, and Wednesday Bible Study at 7:00 pm. Our worship service is family integrated for all ages and our building is accessible for all abilities. We partner with Rescue & Revive Ministries for local and global mission work. Follow our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or website for live streaming our services or to watch previous services. Visit our websites for more info at spencerportbiblechurch.org and rescueandrevive.org. Call or text us at 585-352-1241.
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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. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee hour in Fellowship hall. Handicap accessible. Live music from our Praise Band playing contemporary Christian music. See website/Facebook for dates and details. Introducing our Pray-Ground, a welcoming area of play, in the Sanctuary, for our youngest worshipers designed so families can experience worship together while understanding that young children need to move. Don’t worry, our congregation welcomes the sounds of young people. Email: info@spencerportucc.org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.
SPENCERPoRT UNITED mETHoDIST CHURCH
At SUMC our doors are open to all! We support and encourage everyone in their faith journeys, guided by the desire to spread justice, mercy, and love in the world. If you are in need of prayer or just a listening ear, please call the church at 585-352-3114 or Pastor Jack directly at 585-815-5433. Prayer requests may also be submitted via email: sumc@rochester.rr.com or through our website: spencerportumc.org. Located at 30 Amity Street, we gather for worship on Sunday mornings at 10 AM. Children are welcome and Sunday School is provided during the service. Many outreach and fellowship opportunities are offered throughout the year. Check out our website (spencerportumc.org) for more information. We hope to see you soon!
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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 Monday at 12:10 PM or 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’SEPISCoPAL 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).
ST. JoHNLUTHERAN CHURCH
Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585964-2550. 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 with Adoration until 10:30am. Confession: Monday & Wednesdays 5:30-6pm and Saturdays 3:45-4:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration: Wednesdays 7-9pm (Benediction 8:45pm) and Thursdays 8am-6pm (Benediction at 5:45pm). Many great opportunities to learn about the Scriptures, Sacraments and Service for families and children of all ages. We are located at 55 Martha St., Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit our website at https://stjohnschurchspencerport. org/. E-mail sstjohnc@dor.org. Facebook at facebook.com/StJohnThe EvangelistSpencerport/. Our Pastor is Fr. Sriram Sadhanala.
ST. LEo’S CATHoLIC CHURCH
110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleohilton.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Rev Robert Ring, Parochial Vicar, email at Fr.Bob.Ring@dor.org.
Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 8 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 2:30-3:30 PM; Rosary 3:30 PM; Mass 4 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. 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.
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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, email us at unionucc@frontier.com, or check out 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.
Andrew Langston came to Rochester in the 1960s and founded WDKX radio in 1974. Langston died in 2010, but the family-owned station remains strong. 1999 file photo by Shawn Dowd.
Register to help “Pick Up the Parks” in Monroe County on April 12
Volunteers must submit registration forms by March 28
Registration forms for the annual “Pick Up the Parks” event are now available on the Monroe County website: monroecounty. gov/parks-pickuptheparks. The clean-up initiative takes place throughout the Monroe County Parks System on April 12 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Volunteers can register to help clean up the parks from the winter accumulation of trash and debris, reduce litter entering local waterways and help get the parks looking great for the spring and summer.
“We’re grateful that every year, hundreds of Monroe County residents come together to volunteer to clean up our parks,” said County Executive Adam Bello. “Community service plays a crucial role in strengthening our neighborhoods, and by volunteering, you’re not only improving the environment but also fostering a sense of unity and pride. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back, I encourage you to join with your friends, family or community organization for a rewarding day that will help prepare our
parks for the warmer months ahead.”
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•Picking up trash/litter and/or loading up trucks to take trash off-site
•Raking/picking up debris
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•Additional duties, such as sweeping shelters, lodges and hard surfaces, and mulching and weeding may be available at some locations
Volunteers can sign up to help clean any one of Monroe County’s 22 parks. This is a rain or shine event unless extreme weather is in the forecast.
To register a group, go to monroecounty.gov/parks-pickuptheparks. Registration forms must be submitted by email to mcparks@ monroecounty.gov by March 28. Provided information
Tax Preparation - Individual, Sales, Estates. Authorized E-file provider. Bookkeeping services available. Over 45 years experience. Accepting new clients. Call Thomas Michielsen, 585-455-1559, for appointment. Office located at 409 South Union Street, Spencerport (rear entrance).[4-13]
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“Farmers are on the frontlines of climate impacts, we have been reacting to extreme weather and making choices to protect our businesses and our food system for years,” said Marcie Craig, NOFA-NY Executive Director. “We know from experience that that we need every piece of science and intergenerational knowledge to adjust to this new reality.”
NOFA-NY says that USDA’s actions, including the website purge, massive staff layoffs, and a freeze on billions in conservation funding, are damaging food security, leaving farmers and rural communities without essential support, and depriving farmers,
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•Custer, David G., died February 21, 2025 at age 79. He is survived by his children, Darrin (Kim) Custer and Dawn (Adam) Coleman; his grandchildren, David, Dylan, Nick, Rayelle, Morgan, Chase, Blake, and Maya; his four great-grandchildren; his brothers, Mike (Shareen) Custer, Steve (Joanie) Custer, and Neil (Rosemary) Custer; and his many nieces and nephews. David was a US Army Vietnam War Veteran. A skilled carpenter and self-employed craftsman, David built beautiful furniture and took pride in his work. He had an appreciation for cars and loved driving fast. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, camping in the Adirondacks and loved wildlife. His dogs brought him joy throughout his life.
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No formal services will be held. Donations can be made to the Veteran’s Outreach Center, Inc., 459 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620-1020 in David’s memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton
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•Desormeau, Berta, died February 19, 2025 at age 102. Predeceased by her husband Paul and daughter-in-law Julie. Survived by her children Paul and Judy (Bob) Begandy; granddaughters Sharon Smith, Shelley Berry and Michelle Henry; grandsons Robert Paul and Justin Begandy; Jon-Paul, Colin and Brandon DesOrmeaux; six great children; one great-great grandson; and sister Belen Grimaldo. Berta was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She will be fondly and forever missed.
Her Funeral Mass was celebrated February 28 at St. Christopher’s Church, North Chili. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
•Vanderhoof, Rev. Dr. Wesley E., age 84, died February 23, 2025. He is predeceased by his parents Edward and Jeannette (Swingle) Vanderhoof. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy (Shaffer); his children Marna (Robert) Distaffen, and Kara (Richard) Burke; and his seven grandchildren: Kaleigh, Hannah, and Rebekah Distaffen, and Wesley, Emma, Cameron, and Andrew Burke; his brother, Donald (Roe) Vanderhoof; sister, Madelyn (Robert) Andrews; many nieces and nephews. Wesley, a 1963 graduate of Roberts Wesleyan College (now University), he earned a Master’s of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky, and a PhD from the University of Buffalo. He
researchers, and advocates of the tools they need to push for the restoration of critical resources. NOFA-NY has nearly $700,000 in frozen funding that provides technical assistance and programming to support organic and regenerative agriculture practices and many members and fellow NY farmers could lose dollars set aside to improve and expand farming operations.
This lawsuit asserts that the USDA is violating three federal laws: the Freedom of Information Act, which guarantees public access to important documents; the Paperwork Reduction Act, which requires proper notice before changes to information access; and the Administrative Procedure Act, which forbids arbitrary government actions.
Among the resources removed from USDA websites last month were materials related to climate-smart farming, federal loans, conservation programs, and climate adaptation strategies. The USDA deleted entire sections on climate from the U.S. Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service sites, including information that helps farmers access billions of dollars for conservation projects. Additionally, the USDA disabled interactive tools like the U.S. Forest Service’s “Climate Risk Viewer” and removed technical guidance on reducing emissions and boosting resilience to extreme weather.
For more information, contact info@nofany. org.
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pastored two congregations in the Catskills before returning to Roberts in 1968. During his 35-year tenure at his alma mater, he taught Old and New Testament Classes before becoming Registrar. After his retirement in 2003, he spent his days doing what he loved most: playing Solitaire, completing crossword puzzles in pen, eating ice cream, and spending time with family. Extended friends and family are invited to attend a Celebration of Life and time of remembrance on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Pearce Memorial Church. Visitation will be at 10 a.m., followed by a service at 11a.m. Donations can be made in his memory to the Edward Vanderhoof Memorial Scholarship at Roberts Wesleyan University, Office of Advancement, 2301 Westside Drive, Rochester, NY 14624. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
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•Cannan, Lorraine (Read), died February 3, 2025, at age 96. She is predeceased by her son, Steven Cannan; significant other, John Galligan. She is survived by her children, Suzanne Cannan, Michael Cannan, Sandy Cannan; grandchildren, Brandon (Stefanie) Cannan, Carly Cannan, Toby Spears; greatgrandchildren, Gabriel (Stephanie) Spears, Elizabeth Cannan-Knight, Lily Spears, Aidan Cannan; great-great grandchildren, Nicholas Spears. Services to be scheduled this Spring/Summer. Donations in her memory can be made to St. Jude’s, https://www.stjude.org/donate. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.
•Kramer, Mary (Dittman), died unexpectedly February 20, 2025, at age 64. Mary is survived by her beloved husband of 35 years, Douglas Kramer; father-in-law, sisters, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mary was an animal lover, especially her two cats, Timber and Rocky. She also enjoyed horseback riding. Mary enjoyed working with the elderly in her previous employment at St. Ann’s and Westgate nursing homes. She loved music, attending concerts, camping, the outdoors, and spending time at the Thousand Islands. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., with a Funeral Service to follow. A Graveside Service to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 2461 Lake Avenue, Rochester.
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was named the Monroe County Division 2 Wrestler of the Year. Andrew also finished second in the Section V Class A2 sectionals and second in the state qualifier meet.
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Jake Palermo set a Penn State school record of 45.65 in the 400m, making him the fastest freshman in the nation at the distance. He is in the top ten in Division I heading into championship season. Photo from @PennStateTFXC on X.
Section V Indoor Track Championships
The Section V Indoor Track Championships were held at Nazareth University. Many local studentathletes came away victorious.
From Brockport, Class A2 (no photos available):
•55m Hurdles – Will Hawken
•1500m Race Walk – Riley Carletta
•1500m Run – Mia Rugari
•4x800 Relay – Mia Rugari, Riley Carletta, Tess Rugari, Lauren Cooling
•Triple Jump – Tyler Harris
SUNY Brockport basketball teams both earn top seeds
by Warren Kozireski
The last time both the women’s and men’s basketball teams at SUNY Brockport won conference championships in the same season was 2009, but no one knows when both finished the regular season in first place in the conference to earn top seed honors for the postseason.
In their first season in the Empire 8 conference after decades in SUNYAC, the Golden Eagles women had a relatively easy time going 23-3 overall and 15-1 in league play. The men had a more difficult run to the top after starting the year 1-7 before running up a 16-2 record the rest of the regular season and was 14-2 in conference.
“When we came back from winter break, we had a tough week of practice – we called it Hell Week where we just worked way harder than we did and honestly that was the big turning point for us,” senior guard Tony Arnold said. “Number one seed really doesn’t mean anything when you get into playoffs. We’re happy about home court advantage, but if we don’t win it, the number one seed don’t matter.”
“It was weighing on us not seeing the results,” Brockport men’s head coach Joe Clarke said about his team’s start. “I think break was really good timing for us and credit to our guys who came back with a
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The women are led by Empire 8 Player of the Year candidate, junior guard Stephanie Jean-Baptiste, who stands second in the conference averaging 18 points per game and shooting 49% from the field, along with graduate student Kayleigh Hunt, who is scoring at an 11.8 points per game clip along with 6.9 rebounds per game.
Potential conference Rookie of the Year Peyton Maneri leads the conference in steals with 70, putting her in the top ten in program history in a season. She is fourth on the team in scoring at 8.4 ppg.
“I think from day one, but it all starts with trust so all of us together decided what our goal was going to be and we all had to buy in and trust that we were going to accomplish that,” Hunt said. “Once we had a team meeting and said we want to do something big and we all bought in, we knew we were going to do something big.”
“People put each other over themselves,” Jean-Baptiste added.
“I got a text message from (senior) Shannon Blankenship during preseason and she wrote that Team 49 is going to be special,” Brockport women’s head coach Corrine Jones said about this 49th women’s team in school history. “We have a fast pace…and an active zone. We play very different from every other team in the state, quite frankly, and I think that throws (other teams) off.”
On the men’s side, not a single Golden Eagle is among the top 15 in the conference in scoring only because they spread the ball around with junior Mekhi Beckett and Zachary Rice with Arnold all averaging doubledigits in scoring. Arnold and senior Jakhi Lucas stand first and third in the conference in steals.
Did the success of the women’s team help motivate the men’s team after a difficult first half and/or did the late run of the men’s team help drive the women’s success?
“It gave us a little motivation to get wins playing right after them,” Arnold said.
“We’ve actually learned from them a lot playing second (in a doubleheader) so watching them,” Clarke said. “We’ve actually tried to use them to help us and their success has been great and probably helped us for sure.”
“Joe Clarke told me after one of our early games that ‘I talked about your team at the start of our game with our guys…I told them to get like the women,’ and I thought ‘that’s amazing,’” Jones said. “It’s pretty cool and I do think it sprinkles over. It’s nice to travel with winners and I think we feed off of each other.”
Both teams hosted conference semifinals and were set to host finals with the playoff champions earning automatic bids to the NCAA tournament which begins March 7
Hilton’s Annaleigh Green (right) topped the field in Triple Jump for Class A1 while Alexis Gerig (left) was crowned champion in Pole Vault. Photos from @HiltonCadets on X.
Hilton’s Promise Kobela (left) was the Class A1 High Jump champion and part of the champion 4x400m Relay team along with John Contrera, Nolan Tydings, and Jack Martin. Photo from @HiltonCadets on X.
Churchville-Chili’s 4x200m Relay team of Bryant Bennett, Peter Szumigala, Raoul Likasi, and Eli Burnley won the Class A1 sectional championship with a time of 1:32.26. Photo from @Coach_Chris21 on X.
Churchville-Chili’s Rahlin Finch won the Class A1 sectional in the 1600m with a time of 4:32.20. Photo from @Coach_Chris21 on X.
Spencerport’s Bridget Courtney (second from left) was a Class A2 triple champion, winning the title in the 1000m Run, 600m Run, and 4x100 Relay along with teammates Maya Sillick, Maddy Mortimer, and Jayda Solomon (right) who also won the 55m Dash. Photo from@RangerSports on X.
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The women’s team went 23-3 in their first season in the Empire 8 conference. Photo from Brockport Athletics Flicker Page.
The Wrestling Officials Association named Hilton’s Phil Testa the Outstanding Wrestler of the Section V State Qualifier Tournament. Photo from @HiltonCadets on X.
Theatre Brockport presents A Few Good Men
Theatre Brockport is presenting Aaron Sorkin’s powerful courtroom drama A Few Good Men as part of SUNY Brockport’s Fine Arts Series. The production will run from March 6 through 9 at the Tower Fine Arts Center Black Box Theatre. Showtimes are Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m.
A Few Good Men is a gripping exploration of justice, power, and duty within the U.S. military. The play centers around the trial of two Marines charged with murder, as a young lawyer attempts to uncover the truth behind their orders and their actions. This drama raises urgent questions about loyalty, the pursuit of justice, and the systems that define our nation.
The production is directed by Sofia Ubilla, a South Florida-born, NYC-based Costa Rican theatre artist and administrator. Ubilla’s diverse experience includes directing The Amethyst and The Peridot (Fordham University), Sweat (SUNY Brockport), Aztec Pirates, or the Insignificance of Life on Mars (Chain Theatre), and more. She has worked with prominent theaters such as Geva Theatre, WP Theatre, and Bay Street Theatre. Sofia is also the BOLD New Play Development Consultant at WP Theatre and holds a BA in Theatre and Spanish Studies from Fordham University. She notes: “I’m very excited to be back at Brockport for a second time. The students here are such a joy to work with, and it is always such a gift to work on an incredible and timeless play like A Few Good Men. The piece is gripping and challenging, asking lots of questions
about what justice in this country looks like, which is a question that is especially pressing right now. This show puts on trial the power systems of our country, and continues to be relevant 30+ years after its premiere on Broadway.”
Don’t miss your chance to witness this timely and thought-provoking production of A Few Good Men, as Theatre Brockport brings this courtroom drama to life.
Tickets are $20 general, $15 for senior citizens and Brockport alumni, faculty, and staff, and $9 for students. Tickets are available online at www. fineartstix.brockport.edu, over the phone at 585-3952787, or in-person at the Tower Fine Arts Center Box Office (hours listed on our website).
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Macpherson named to RBJ’s Power 100 List
SUNY Brockport President Heidi Macpherson was named to the Rochester Business Journal ’s (RBJ) Power 100 list for the fifth consecutive year. The RBJ announced its annual Power 100 list on February 21, 2025, which highlights “100 power players in the Rochester community” across various industries.
Macpherson discussed SUNY Brockport’s connection to the city of Rochester and its impact on the University: “One of the goals of our strategic plan is to be ‘a university engaged with its community.’ We are proud to serve Rochester both directly and indirectly, with a number of faculty, staff,
and administrators sitting on local boards. Rochester businesses regularly offer internship opportunities for our students – or jobs after graduation. We continue to seek opportunities to build strategic relationships with community partners.”
Macpherson also shared the community initiative she is most excited about engaging with in 2025: “Later this year we will enter the public phase of our latest Comprehensive Campaign, which will offer an opportunity for SUNY Brockport to forge new relationships and strengthen existing ones. I always enjoy being able to showcase to our community partners how investing in SUNY Brockport students can benefit their organizations and our entire region. In addition, we will work with the historic MorganManning House, located in the Village of Brockport, in any way we can as they work to rebuild after their terrible fire earlier this year.”
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Class Acts returns to Brockport HS for 38th year
Class Acts has been a tradition for the Brockport Central School District for 38 years. This year’s theme will be “Class Acts: Impossible” and will take place on Saturday, March 8, at 7 p.m. in the Brockport High School Auditorium.
The 2025 show will feature 22 different acts, including singing, dancing, instrumental, full bands, and audience games. The acts are judged by a panel made up of previous winners and retired faculty, with performances scored on three categories: tech-
nical quality, artistic interpretation, and stage presence.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by scanning the QR code, visiting https://onthestage. tickets/brockport-high-schooldrama-club, or can be bought at the door. Proceeds from the show help fund graduation scholarships and award money. Provided information
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 276 of the Town Law of the State of New York, that a public hearing will be held by the Ogden Planning Board at the Town Hall, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, New York on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 7:00 pM upon the following applications which are on file with the Building Department.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Application by Schultz Associates for an updated Preliminary and Final Site plan approval at 88 Whittier road, rochester NY 14624 for a change from a 13,800 square foot commercial plaza building to a 21,800 sq ft commercial building. This site was originally approved in 2023 and the existing buildings remain unchanged. The site is serviced by public water and sewers and is zoned General Commercial (GC). The Ogden Town Board approved the Self-Service Storage Overlay District (SSSO) on 7/12/23 for this property.
Tax Acct # 132.02-1-3 and 117.04-1-52
Application by Schultz Associates for Boulder Point Developers, LLC for Preliminary and Final approval to subdivide property known as 21 Boulder point Drive, rochester, NY 14624 into (3) residential building lots with public water and private sewer in an R-1 Residential District.
Tax Acct # 117.03-3-9.3
Application by Landtech Surveying & Planning on behalf of PEMM LLC owners of Quicklees Convenient Stores for preliminary approval for a 2.23 acre parcel at the property know as 2845 Nichols Street, Spencerport, NY 14559
Tax Acct # 102.01-1-2.1
Interested parties may obtain further information by calling 585-617-6195 or by inspecting the project file in the Ogden Building Department during normal business hours.
pLEaSE TaKE NOTICE that the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 6:30p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, to consider the following application:
Application of Sameer Alfaqih (Business Owner/Tenant) and David Stevens, property owner of 20 East Avenue, Hilton, New York 14468 for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Food and Desserts