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Bill Selke receives Willie W. Lightfoot Youth Advocate of the Year Award Each year, adults and young adults are recognized for dedication and selfless contributions to our community with the Young Citizen of the Year and Willie W. Lightfoot Youth Advocate of the Year Awards. The 2021 Willie W. Lightfoot Youth Advocate of the Year Award highlighted some exceptional individuals this year. A lifetime resident of Monroe County and long-time North Greece resident, William “Bill” Selke, was recently nominated and recognized by Monroe County Legislator Blake Keller on behalf of the County Legislature for his genuine passion and commitment to changing the world by
making a positive and lasting mark on the lives of area youth. At 90 years old, this passion has never been stronger. Selke is known for his vital role in many local groups and events across Monroe County, including the Youth Advisory Board, Intergenerational Fishing Day, the Youth Bureau Senior Holiday Ball, the Greece Kiwanis Festival of Youth, and more. Although COVID-19 and poor weather conditions led to the eventual cancellation of the ceremony, Selke was able to receive his award from Legislator Keller at the Parma Town Hall. Provided information and photo
From left to right, Clarendon Historian Melissa Ierlan, Dr. Rozenn Bailleul-LeSuer, Sue Savard of the Emily L. Knapp Museum, and Raymond Santoro of the Holley Historical Society who provided extra muscle to get the eagle to the second floor of the Morgan-Manning House.
The eagle has landed in Brockport For a number of years, the Emily L. Knapp Museum in Brockport has been the home of two taxidermy golden eagles. Although they were treasured artifacts, the museum had limited space in which to display both of them. For a short time, one of the eagles was on loan to the Clarendon Historic Society. The only information the museum had was on a scrap of paper indicating that one of the eagles had been prepared by Nathan Locke Davis and was part of the William Palmer collection.
After further research on Ancestry. com, it was discovered that Nathan was the child of Mary A. Locke, born in the town of Sweden in 1840. Mary married Walter Davis in 1875. Their son Nathan later settled in California and became a taxidermist. The Locke family’s history in Brockport and the town includes both the Covell and Comstock families. Recently, Dr. Rozenn Bailleul-LeSuer, curator at the Morgan-Manning House, has turned one of the building’s display rooms into a bird sanctuary in honor of Gifford Morgan who had a special fondness for wildlife and birds in particular. Gifford, D.S. Morgan’s youngest son, settled in Brockport and eventually acquired the Blodgett property on the east side of Lake Road in Clarkson. By restoring the original Blodgett millpond and excavating a second basin, Gifford created on his land what he hoped would become a wildlife preserve and a sanctuary for migrating birds. The room at the Morgan-Manning House now showcases many bird pictures and dioramas prepared by local taxidermists David Bruce, George Guelf, and Carl Akeley, and it seemed a perfect location to hold and display the eagle. Provided information and photos
Bill Selke receives the 2021 Willie W. Lightfoot Youth Advocate of the Year Award from Monroe County Legislator Blake Keller.
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Blood Drives
•Upcoming American Red Cross blood donation opportunities: December 14, 1 to 6 p.m., Brockport Fireman’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue; December 15, 1 to 6 p.m., Hilton Fire Exempt Club, 137 South Avenue. Schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood. org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Face masks required regardless of vaccination status.
Classes/Workshops/Webinars
•RMSC is hosting a lecture at the Strasenburgh Planetarium, 657 East Avenue, Rochester, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) to learn more about NASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope from a local expert. The lecture will discuss the significance of the new space telescope and explore how it can be seen as “Hubble’s Next Generation Successor.” Learners of all ages are welcome, but lectures are geared toward an adult audience. For information and tickets, go to RMSC.org/sote. •Biblical Citizenship in Modern America is a free eight-week course starting January 2, 2022, at Living Hope Church, 2168 Roosevelt Highway, Hilton. Sessions will be held on Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. Learn how the Founders relied on their Biblical worldview to secure the blessings of liberty. This course offers a quick-start guide to the U.S. Constitution, complete with an overview of all the Articles and Amendments via interactive and fast-paced presentations. Learn about encouraging historical facts and inspirational true stories that are not taught in our educational institutions today. Intended for ages 10 and up. Register at https://www.patriotacademy.com/coach/ register/2499. For information, email niahwa@yahoo.com.
Events
•Harvest Kitchen at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 14 State Street, Brockport, Sunday, December 12. “Grab N Go” Christmas lasagna, tossed salad w/dressing, roll, and Christmas cookies. Opens at 2 p.m. and runs until food is gone. One box per person. Multiple orders can be placed in advance by calling Karen at 315-569-5029. Advance order deadline 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 11. •“The Art of the Found Object, Three Artists Assemble,” featuring the works of Richard Della Costa, Kim Martillotta Muscarella, and Nancy Radzik, will be on display for the month of December at Hart Gallery 27, 27 Main Street, Brockport. •The Gathering Table will be held on Sunday, December 19, 1 to 2 p.m. at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street. The menu is pulled pork, mac & cheese, vegetable, and dessert. Take-out only. Masks are required. Enter through the Main Street door and exit through the Holley Street door. The Teen Closet will be open 1 to 2 p.m. for community teens and young adults to choose free clothing and accessories.
Fundraisers
•The Seymour Library is celebrating its 25th Silver Anniversary at 161 East Avenue, with an anniversary fundraiser. Monetary donations, at various levels, are being accepted from individuals and businesses through Friday, December 31. For information on donating and donation forms, visit seymourlibraryweb.org or call Jennifer Caccavale, Library Director at 637-1050. •Supper with Santa will be held in the Kendall Elementary School Cafeteria on December 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. For $5 per person or $20 per family, each person will receive pizza, a drink and cookie. The KFA Christmas Sale will be held at the same time in the Auditorium. Children of all ages can shop the sale, which benefits the KFA Scholarship Fund.
Government Meetings
•The NYS Soil and Water Conservation Committee will meet online Tuesday, December 21, at 10 a.m. To access the webinar, visit https://bit.ly/3EBRdMM. A recording of the meeting and a transcript will be available after the meeting at https://on.ny. gov/3IxIBcj. •Chili: Historic Preservation Board – December 13, 7 p.m., Town Hall Main Meeting Room; Architectural Advisory Board – December 14, 6 p.m., Town Hall Main Meeting Room; Planning Board – December 14, 7 p.m., Town Hall Main Meeting Room; Library Board of Trustees – December 14, 6 p.m., 3237 Chili Avenue; Town Board – December 15, 7 p.m., Town Hall Main Meeting Room. •Churchville: Village Board – December 13, 7 p.m., at Riga Town Hall, 6460 East Buffalo Road; Zoning Board of Appeals – December 15, 7 p.m., at Village Hall, 23 East Buffalo Street. •Clarkson: Town Board meets at 6 p.m. on December 14 at the Clarkson Town Hall, 3710 Lake Road. No meeting December 28. •Hamlin: Town Board – December 13, 7 p.m.; Conservation Board – Tuesday, December 14, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Town Hall, 1658 Lake Road. •Kendall: Zoning Board of Appeals – December 14, 7 p.m. •Parma: Zoning Board of Appeals – December 15, 7 p.m., at the Parma Town Hall. •Spencerport: Zoning Board – December 16, 7 p.m., at the Village Office, 27 West Avenue. •Sweden: Planning Board meets December 13 and 27 at 7 p.m. Town Board meets December 14 and 29 at 6 p.m.
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•Go to GetYourAnswers.org for answers to common questions and concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine, provided by trusted local medical experts. The site is part of the Finger Lakes COVID-19 Vaccine Hub, which provides regional vaccination data and information on nearby vaccination sites. •Brockport Central School District and Foodlink of Rochester are hosting a Pop-up Food Pantry event on Tuesday, December 14, 4 to 6 p.m. at the Brockport High School Cafeteria. This is a drive-thru event. Households will be given boxes of pre-selected food items. The event is open to residents of the surrounding communities. For information, email orlando. benzan@bcs1.org. •Brockport School District residents who need help providing holiday gifts to their children (age 17 and younger) can call the Brockport Toy Shelf at 752-6562 through December 18.
•In-person “Loss, Grief and Healing Support Group” offered at St. George’s Episcopal Church, 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton (across from Kelly’s Farm Market), on Thursdays through January 6, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Share in a safe, confidential environment, no matter the type of loss you are experiencing. Masks and social distancing will be required. To register, go to https://bit.ly/stgeorgegrief. •The Town of Greece is hosting a free COVID-19 rapid test kit distribution event for Greece residents on Monday, December 13, and Tuesday, December 14, from noon until 4 p.m. (or until supplies are exhausted) at the Greece Town Hall. Enter through the “Meeting Room” entrance. One test kit per household and proof of residency will be required. •Individuals in need of food assistance can reach out to 21-1/LIFE LINE, which connects people to resources in their communities. Dial 2-1-1 to talk to a trained telecounselor, text 898-211, chat at 211lifeline.org, or follow them on Facebook for resource updates.
Library Programs
•The Hamlin Public Library is open on 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. Christmas preschool storytime is Monday, December 13, 10:30 a.m., at the library. There will be books, songs, jingle bells, and crafts. Finish with a holiday parade around the library where Santa will be waiting to meet children. Take-andmake crafts for kids, tween/teen craft, and adults are available the first of each month. The Cookbook Club selection for January is Make it Ahead: a Barefoot Contessa Cookbook by Ina Garten. Copies are available at the library. The Cookbook Club will meet Thursday, January 13, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the book and share some recipes potluck style. For information, call 964-2320, go to hamlinlibraryny.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page. •Hoag Library in Albion is open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for browsing, computer lab, and fax/print/wireless print/copy/ scan/notary. All patrons are asked to wear a face mask. Download free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and magazines on the Libby and Hoopla apps. Take-And-Make Crafts in the Children’s Library. Meeting rooms are available to the public (reservation form on our website). One-On-One Tech Help, Wednesdays by appointment. Storytime in the Children’s Library, Wednesday mornings. TGIF Craft Day, Fridays, 1 p.m., please register. Genealogy in the Stacks, December 13, 6 p.m. and December 16, 2 p.m. Books from Birth Christmas Storytime, December 14, 6:30 p.m. Microsoft Excel Basics, December 18, noon, please register. Children’s program: Graham Cracker Houses, December 21, please register. Kids Bingo, December 28, please register. The library is closed on December 24, 25, and January 1. •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. For program information, visit www.ogdenlibrary.com/ event-calendar.html. •Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton, is holding the following events: Storytimes – Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, see library calendar for information. 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 * require registration. Meet & Greet with the New Young Adult Librarian, Patrick Pittman – Monday, December 13, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Teen Scene. Parachute Play & More – Tuesdays, 11 to 11:20 a.m., for ages 2-5 to burn off energy. Homeschool Hour – Tuesday, December 14, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., for homeschool families to celebrate the holidays with crafts and activities. Adult Cookie Decorating with Rebecca - Winter Fun* – Thursday, December 16, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m., for ages 18 and up. Acquire decorating and piping skills and six winter-themed cookies of your own design. Teens & Family Cookie Decorating with Rebecca - Winter Fun* – Thursday, December 16, 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. Acquire decorating and piping skills and six winterthemed cookies of your own design.
Meetings
•Hilton-Parma Fire District Elections are December 14 at the Hilton-Parma Fire Department, 120 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton. •Kendall Fire District Commissioner meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, December 13, 7 p.m., at the Kendall Fire Hall, 1879 Kendall Road. •Spencerport Fire District meets December 15, 7 p.m., at Fire Station #1, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport. Open to the public.
Religion
•St. George’s Episcopal Church, 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton (across from Kelly’s), offers a meditative Taizé Prayer Service, a sung evening prayer for all Christian faiths that will happen in a darkened, candlelit church and will last just 30 to 40 minutes. All are welcome to participate on Sunday evenings during Advent (December 12 and 19) from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
School Boards
•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, December 14 at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Audit Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Administrative Board Room. Work Session at 6 p.m. (anticipated Executive Session) in Professional Development Room A. Capital Project Public Hearing followed by a Regular Board Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Administrative Board Room. Attendees must wear masks, complete Health Attestation Form, and pre-register with Mary Torcello at 293-1800 ext. 2305. •Hilton Central School District Board of Education meets Tuesday, December 14, at 7 p.m. at 225 West Avenue, Hilton. Agendas are available on the district’s website, hilton.k12. ny.us/board_education.cfm.
Seniors
•The Sweden Senior Association, Inc. meets on Monday, December 13, 1 p.m., at the Sweden Clarkson Recreation Center, 4927 Lake Road South, Brockport. Come and see what programs are available for seniors and share ideas.
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Sweden Assessor will conduct 2022 update The Sweden Town Assessor has been contacted by the New York State Office of Real Property Services (NYS ORPS) to perform a 2022 assessment update of residential, commercial, and vacant properties in order to maintain an equalization rate of 100% and remain eligible for state aid. Residential home sales continue to be remarkably strong. When Assessor Tammy Baker reviews Town of Sweden sales each week, she says she is astonished that homes are still selling for so much more than what she has them assessed. According to the notice Baker received, Sweden residen-
Hilton CSD welcomes Matthew Schultz as Director of Transportation At its November 9 meeting, the Hilton Board of Education appointed Matthew Schultz to the position of Director of Transportation. He replaces the retiring Joseph LaMarca. Schultz served as Director of Transportation for the Brockport Central School District for the past three years. He began his career teaching social studies in the Greece Central School District before becoming assistant principal in Brock- Matthew Schultz port, a position he held at the High School, Middle School, and Fred Hill Elementary School. Schultz’s education includes a bachelor’s in history education from SUNY Geneseo, a master’s in education from SUNY Brockport, and a Certificate of Educational Administration from Canisius College. “I’m excited about joining a district that emphasizes educating the whole student, and where schools are viewed as the center of the community,” said Schultz. “Everyone I have met so far is welcoming and proud of Hilton CSD.” Schultz and his wife, Erica, live in Greece with their two daughters, grade six and pre-K. Schultz begins his new position on December 13. Provided information and photo
tial property is selling at 11% more than her assessment. Other westside assessors received the following information: Clarkson is also selling at 11% more than assessed, Chili, 12% more; Ogden 11% more; Hamlin, 11% more; Riga, 12% more; Henrietta, 13% more; Gates, 11% more; Greece, 13% more; and Parma, 11% more. Commercial property in the Town of Sweden is selling at 2% more than assessed; vacant land at 6% more than assessed. Many Sweden property owners, particularly residential properties, have been reassessed two or three times in the last few years. However, Sweden assessments continue to lag behind market value, according to NYS ORPS. NYS law requires properties to be assessed at market value. Some residents ask what will happen if sales prices drop? Historically, that has not happened in western New York. If it does happen in the Town of Sweden, Baker says she will address it at that time. In the meantime, change of assessment notices will be mailed April 1, 2022. Almost every property owner in the Town of Sweden will be receiving one. Provided information
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Ruiz breaks scoring record; named RWC Male Scholar Athlete of the Month Dylan Ruiz is goal-oriented. In fact, no player in the history of Roberts Wesleyan College men’s soccer has scored more goals than the 50 Ruiz has accumulated in his first four seasons as a Redhawk. Ruiz delivered one of the signature moments of Roberts’ fall sports season by scoring a hat trick in a 4-1 win over Lancaster Bible College in the National Christian College Athletic Association Tournament on November 17. His second goal eclipsed a 41-year-old record set by Jaime Rivera from 1977-80, and Rivera made the trip from his home in Miami to witness history at his alma mater. Ruiz, who scored 17 goals and earned first-team East Coast Conference honors this fall, shared an emotional embrace with Rivera on the sideline after eclipsing the mark. Ruiz, who was born in Canada but spent a great deal of his youth in Mexico City, where his parents Carolyn and Moises served as missionaries, is also driven to succeed
Dylan Ruiz is the top goal scorer in RWC men’s soccer history.
in the classroom, where he carries a 3.47 grade-point average. An accounting major who is considering becoming a CPA, Ruiz has been selected Roberts Male Scholar Athlete of the Month for November. Ruiz, who plans to return for a fifth soccer season in 2022, took a few moments to discuss his record-breaking career, relationship with Rivera, and spiritual growth at Roberts. The interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity. Soccer is huge in Mexico. Is that where you developed your passion for the game? “Yeah, definitely there is nothing quite like it. In Mexico, anywhere you go there are people playing on the street. You go out with your friends and play on the street with a couple of rocks and nets. Just growing up in that culture, it is something that everyone does. I have two older brothers who are seven and five years older than me. They were always really into soccer, and it was kind of a way for me to connect with them and bridge the age gap through sport. So, soccer has always been a passion of mine just because of the way that I grew up, the culture I was in, and the opportunities that it has given me.” Take me back to the moment when you became the career goal-scoring leader at Roberts Wesleyan College. “It’s pretty awesome. When I play soccer, I don’t have other thoughts in my head; it’s all just about that game, that play, and what I’m doing in that moment. My head just kind of clears, and that is one reason why I love soccer. Now, afterwards and kind of seeing the impact and seeing Jaime making all of that effort to be there and see it, it really does feel amazing just to leave my mark and have my name be at Roberts forever. To be able to do that for this school is awesome because I love this school. It has given me some of the greatest moments of my life.”
What is the connection between you and Jaime Rivera like? “He’s a great guy, and he’s a funny guy. He’s just very genuine, and he wants the best for everyone. I respected that, and I wanted to be able to do it for him. So, when I scored it, and I saw him there on the sideline, I had to go give him some respect, and he passed the torch to me.” You switched your major three times; why did you choose accounting? “I have always been someone who likes numbers, and accounting really drew me in. Someone explained it as a way of painting a picture with numbers. You can take the numbers that a company has in its statements; you can take those and figure out what is possible for a company to do and how they’ve gotten to where they’ve gotten. Unraveling what a business truly is through the numbers is what drew me in.” Why did you decide to come back, and what can we expect from you next season? “Everyone always says that college soccer comes and goes really quickly, and you need to enjoy it while you can. I plan on taking this opportunity and just finish with a bang. Hopefully, there are a lot of goals still to come. The extra year actually allows me to get enough credits to sit for the CPA exam while also playing soccer here at Roberts, so it is a win-win.” Was the faith aspect of Roberts something that appealed to you? “Yes. I have always been around the church and I have always been a Christian, so Roberts emphasized that, and I have actually grown in my faith a lot since I came to Roberts. It has been one of the greatest decisions of my life because if I was surrounded by other things, I don’t know if my faith would be as strong or as important to me as it is today.” Provided information and photo
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•General, Diane R., of Greece, died December 6, 2021, at age 78. She is survived by her husband, Michael; her children, Laureen (Hugh) Romanowych and Michael (Nancy) General; her grandchildren, Chris (Katelyn), Michelle, Jennifer, Kevin and Kyle; her great-grandchildren, Kendall, Riley, Harper, and Jackie; and her sister, Mary (Wally) Jerome. Diane was a homemaker. She mostly enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all. Her Memorial Service was held December 10 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations can be made to the Shriner’s Hospital, 1645 W 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505, in Diane’s memory.
John Nugent December 2, 2021. John Nugent was a lover of trees, golf, and basset hounds. He was known by many as “Nuge” and known by even more as simply “Bud”. He was an entrepreneur with an illustrious career spanning over 40 years in the lawn and tree business - many of which were spent helming his own company Nugent Lawn & Tree Experts. He touted an impressive New York State Certified Arborist title and was a highly skilled tree climber. John was born in Salamanca, NY on September 13, 1953 to parents Harold F. and Mary Gaynor Nugent. Following his graduation from Salamanca High School in 1971, he moved to the Rochester area to attend and graduate SUNY Brockport in 1975 where he met his wife Judy of 35 years. He remained a fixture of the Brockport community where his business was based. When he wasn’t working he was golfing. Never one to sit idle - upon retirement from tree climbing it became his passion, his new career. He was driven by an insatiable desire to deepen his knowledge about the game and constantly improve upon his skills. A kind hearted, fun loving man with a quirky sense of humor, he had a deep love for his friends and family. To know him was to love him. He lived for holiday traditions, The Beatles, and spending time with his grandchildren. John is predeceased by his wife Judy, his brother Jim, and his beloved Basset Hounds Forrest and Arnold. He is survived by daughters Megan (Remy) Cherin and Kelly Nugent; sister Kathy Nugent; sister Molly Nugent; grandchildren Jude and Edie Cherin; 3 nieces and 4 nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to ABC Basset Rescue (nybasset.org). To share a memory of John or send a condolence to the family, visit www. anthonychapels.com.
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•Brongo, Ernest C. “Ernie,” died December 4, 2021 at age 67. He is survived by his wife, Cherie; his son, Ernest Brongo II; his daughter, Lisa Brongo; his grandchildren, Madeline, Mitchel and Marshall Brongo; and his sisters, Tammy Fiege and Charlene Maynard. He was predeceased by his parents, Charlie and Alice Brongo and his brothers, Gary, Chuckie and Jeff Brongo. Ernie was self employed as a Seller of Collectibles. Some of his favorite collectibles were Star Trek, Aurora Model Kits and Lost in Space. Ernie’s last family photo was taken with William Shatner, “Captain Kirk” from Star Trek. No formal services are planned. Donations can be made to the American Heart Association, National Center, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. •Lee, Sally A., September 13, 1942 - December 4, 2021. Sally was born September 13, 1942 to her parents, Henry W. and Pauline Besaw. She graduated from General Brown High School and married her high school sweetheart James Lee on July 28, 1962. She and James had three children, Stephen H. (Sally) Lee, Rebecca J. (Ed) Schmitz and Christina (Greg) Speer; and seven grandchildren, Michelle Lee (Jeff Sharts), Christopher Lee, AJ (Bryce) Engelhardt, Ashley Schmitz, Elizabeth Schmitz, Lucus Speer and Edward Schmitz; and a sister, Nancy Williamson. Sally was predeceased by a brother, Henry L. Besaw and a sister, Judy L. Zonver. Her primary career was raising children - her own and many others. She loved them all. She was active in her church, the Hilton Methodist Church, for the last 44 years. A Celebration of Life will be held in the future. Please refer to the website of the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home for any updates. Donations can be made in memory of Sally to the Hilton United Methodist Church, 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468. •Ophardt, Lorraine E., age 84, died November 16, 2021. She was predeceased by her parents, Carl (1971) and Edna (2004); and brother Arnold (1999); and brother-in-law, Jim Snyder (2021). She is survived by her sister, Marilyn (Snyder) of Chicago; and sister-in-law, Marjorie of Hilton; and by nephews, Dan, John, Andy, Eric, Doug; and nieces, Mary and Ann. Lorraine was a long-time Senior Administrative Assistant at Gannett Rochester Newspapers. “Lori” was a life-long active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hilton. A Memorial Service was held December 11 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Interment at Parma Union Cemetery. Donations can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church Building Fund, 158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, or to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY in her memory.
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•McKinney, Cindy Anne, age 47. Survived by parents Jim and Chris; brother Jeff; wonderful niece Molly and her special mom Jessie; star athlete nephew Alex and his mother Courtney; special friends Lorie and Erin. Predeceased by precious niece Anna. A special and sincere thanks to all the URMC medical personnel who aided her after she suffered an unexpected cerebral bleed. Cindy loved her job and the people she worked with at Conductor Construction. She also loved to teach dance. Over the years she found joy in, and loved, not only the hundreds of children that she taught, but also her wonderful co-teachers and owners of the several dance studios that she worked for, who became her life-long friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Gifts in memory of Cindy can be made to Anna’s Wish, PO Box 27, North Chili, NY 14514 or visit www.annaswish.org. Cindy’s family would appreciate stories and memories of Cindy be shared. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport. •Tillman, Joan B. Bentley (Alderson), died December 8, 2021, at age 85. Predeceased by James E. Alderson, George Tillman. Survived by her son, James W. (Janice) Alderson; grandchildren, James C. (TuLee) Alderson, Krystal (David Nacco) Alderson, Christopher Hyde, Erik (Cassandra) Hyde; eight great grandchildren; sister, Diane Hunger; brother, Ronald Bentley; boyfriend of 18 years, Karl F. Graumenz Her Funeral Service was held December 11 at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport. Interment in Garland Cemetery.
Bernice A. Dalaba (Jenks) Bernice A. Dalaba (Jenks) 88, of Cortland, NY formerly of Brockport, NY passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021 at Hospicare in Ithaca, NY. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Harland John Dalaba; her parents Charles Ernest and Avis Jenks (Bartlett); siblings Grace (Jean) Fugiwara, Charles Jenks, Earl Jenks, Marilyn Kelkenberg; niece Monica; and nephew Thomas. She is survived by her sons Mark (Judee) Dalaba, Wayne (Didi) Dalaba and daughter Susan (Sue Miller) Dalaba; grandchildren Diana, Andrew, Eva, Jimmy, Anna; and several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Monday, December 13, 2021 from 11 – 12 with a Funeral Service immediately following at Fowler Funeral Home, Inc. 340 West Ave., Brockport. Interment will be held at Garland Cemetery immediately following the funeral. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Hospicare and Palliative Care Services of Ithaca, https:// www.hospicare.org/ in Bernice’s memory.
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Small businesses encouraged to apply for grant program New York State’s small businesses are encouraged to apply for the $800 million COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program. Grants are available for eligible small businesses that have revenues up to $2.5 million and are experiencing hardship due to COVID-19. Additional information and the application are available at https://nysmallbusinessrecovery.com/. Empire State Development and Lendistry, the minorityled Community Development Financial Institution that was selected to administer the program, are accepting and reviewing applications on a rolling basis. There is no deadline at this time. Questions about the program can be directed to Lendistry at 877-721-0097. Grants for a minimum award of $5,000 and a maximum award of $50,000 are calculated based on a New York State business’ annual gross receipts for 2019. Reimbursable COVID-19 related expenses must have been incurred between March 1, 2020 and April 1, 2021 and can include payroll costs; commercial rent or mortgage payments for New York State-based property; payment of local property or school taxes; insurance and utility costs; costs of personal protection equipment necessary to protect worker and consumer health and safety; costs for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, or other machinery and equipment; and supplies and materials necessary for compliance with COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Additionally, the limitation for businesses that received Federal Paycheck Protection Program loans has been increased from $100,000 to $250,000. State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball is especially urging those in the agricultural industry to apply. Ball said, “There are so many agribusinesses that are still feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and facing many challenges after having lost markets at schools and restaurants. This grant program provides an opportunity for our food and beverage producers, our farmers, and our growers to access some much-needed capital to help recover their losses and rebuild their businesses.” To help those in the agricultural industry apply for the COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program, the Department of Agriculture and Markets is hosting a webinar for interested businesses on December 13 at 11 a.m. The webinar will provide an overview of the grant program, the level of funding available, and how to apply for funds. To access the webinar, please visit https:// bit.ly/3pAvqie. For additional information regarding the various resources available to support businesses seeking pandemic relief, ESD has created a webpage, https://esd.ny.gov/business-pandemic-recovery-initiative. The site is continuously updated as more details and funding information becomes available. Provided information
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Hilton senior a Coca-Cola Scholars Program semifinalist Hilton senior Doron Indelicato has been named a Semifinalist for the 2022 class of the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. Selected from a pool of over 68,000 applicants nationwide, Doron is among 1,617 students chosen based on academic excellence, leadership, and service demonstrated in school and in their communities. Semifinalists are now asked to complete Phase 2 applications, which include essays, a recommendation, and transcripts. An independent selection committee will review the applications and select 250 Regional Finalists by the end of January to participate in online interviews. One hundred and fifty Coca-Cola Scholars will be named in March to receive a $20,000 college scholarship and participate in the Coca-Cola Scholars Leadership Development Institute facilitated by program alumni. A joint effort of Coca-Cola bottlers across the country and The Coca-Cola Company, the Coca-Cola Scholars Program is the largest corporate-sponsored, achievementbased scholarship program in the United States. With the addition of the 2022 class, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation will have provided more than 6,600 Coke Scholars nationwide with over $78 million in scholarships over the course of 34 years. Provided information
HMW Fire District Election To the residents of Clarkson, Hamlin, and Kendall who live in the boundaries of the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District and are registered voters, there is one more election left this year that most people know nothing about. It is the election for Fire Commissioner; the election is on December 14, 2021, at HMW Station 1, 1521 Lake Road, from 6 to 9 p.m. All Fire Districts have elections every year. My name is Michael Marchetti and I am a lifelong resident of the Town of Hamlin. I have been volunteering my time to the residents of Hamlin for 40-plus years for many organizations, not just the Hamlin Fire Department. For the past five years, I served as a Fire Commissioner along with being an active member of the Hamlin Fire Department, and I would like to serve the community as Fire Commissioner for another five years with your support. I pride myself with the health and safety of the firefighters who serve you, and the appearance of the three District buildings the firefighters work out of. I also try to save the taxpayers money anytime I can without hindering the safety of our members, while keeping your lifesaving equipment up to date to handle any situation that we may be dispatched to. I am proud to volunteer for our community. For those of you who know me and do not live within the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District, if you have family or friends who do, I ask you to please encourage them to support me. With social media being such a big part in the world of communication these days, feel free to reach out to me on Facebook if you would like to help me inform all the people in our community. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Please remain positive at all times and feel free to reach out to me anytime. Thank you for your time and, hopefully, your support.
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I love going door to door talking to people because most people will gladly tell you their concerns. In my handout flyer and ads, I stated that I wanted to help Steve Baase; I had served as Town Supervisor for six years. I would like to share the residents’ concerns. I am concerned about Steve Baase following in Eric Peters’ footsteps; with no set office hours, many residents said that they were unable to speak to the Supervisor. Voice messages were not answered. Communication is a very important facet of the Supervisor. As Supervisor, I felt it was important to have all department heads at the Town Board meetings to give reports. I noticed that the Fire Marshall, Dog Warden, and Assesor were not present at recent Town Board meetings. Every department is accountable to the residents of our town to make it better. While I was Supervisor, the staff also met monthly to discuss upcoming events. It is necessary to keep everybody informed. When it was time to pick my Deputy Supervisor, I sought advice from my mentor, former Supervisor Charlie Maier. He said you should always go with the senior member of the Town Board. That was great advice. I urge all residents to get involved in the Town – go to a Town Board, Zoning, Planning, and Conservation meeting; volunteer with the Recreation Department, Dog Shelter, Library, or Life Solutions.
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The silent pandemic: COVID-19’s impact on mental health Forty-one percent of adults report struggling with mental health or substance use, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, up from 20 percent pre-COVID. Nearly one in three adults now report having symptoms of anxiety or depression. “Behind the masks, people are hurting,” says Geoffrey Hopkins, MD, Senior Medical Director for Behavioral Health at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. “As we approach another year of living with COVIDDr. Geoffrey Hopkins 19, even more at-
tention needs to be paid to mental health challenges as our country wrestles with finding its new normal.” The National Center for Health Statistics, a part of the CDC, is monitoring the situation closely. In April 2020, it partnered with the Census Bureau to conduct an ongoing Household Pulse Survey designed to complement the ability of the federal statistical system to quickly respond to and provide relevant information about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S. The survey is collecting information on symptoms of anxiety and depression experienced by participants. Results have been consistent since the pandemic began, with 30.8 percent of respondents reporting symptoms of anxiety and depression in Phase 1 of the survey (April 23 -May 5, 2020) and 27.3 percent reporting symptoms in Phase 3.2 (September 29 – October 11,
2021). For comparison, a similar pre-COVID NHIS survey conducted in 2019 found just 10.8 percent of adults aged 18 and over reported symptoms of anxiety disorder or depressive disorder. “If there’s any good news since the start of COVID, it’s that Americans have embraced telemedicine, with its increased access to behavioral health services,” says Hopkins. “Patients can see a specific behavioral health provider on an ongoing basis from the privacy of their home, where they feel comfortable and can call at their convenience.” He also points out that in areas that have a shortage of behavioral health professionals, especially those who treat children and adolescents, telemedicine offers patients access to behavioral health services that otherwise may not have been readily available to them.
Specialists providing care via telemedicine for behavioral health treatment include psychiatrists, social workers, psychologists, counselors, and nurse practitioners. Services include treatment of mental health conditions such as generalized anxiety disorders, major depressive disorders, dysthymic disorders, posttraumatic stress disorders, and adjustment disorders. Substance use disorders treated by telemedicine providers include opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder, and tobacco use disorder. “If you’re dealing with mental health issues or substance use, speak with your primary care doctor, or ask your health insurer to help you find a behavioral health provider,” advises Hopkins. “You can get through this, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to suffer in silence behind your mask.” Provided information and photo
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Sinatra tribute show at the Kodak Center Sinatra’s Christmas In Vegas tribute show will be performed at the Kodak Center on Saturday, December 18, presented by OFC Creations. Sinatra’s Christmas In Vegas features impressionist Frank Torchio as he performs many classic holiday songs with singing and comedic impressions of Dean Martin, Jimmy Durante, Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, Johnny Mathis, Elvis, and more. Shanthi Kelley joins Frank as his special guest soloist. Along with classic holiday tunes, the show highlights some of the greatest hits, including “Baby It’s Cold Outside,” “Santa Baby,” “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” “Blue Christmas,” “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm,” “Come Fly With Me,” “New York, New York,” and many more. Frank Torchio has been performing his impressions in New York and Florida for decades. In the 1980s he performed at comedy clubs in Manhattan, such as The Comic Strip and The Improv. In 1995, Frank won first place as Rochester’s Funniest Bigshot at Rochester’s Geva Theatre fundraiser, Stand Up for Geva. In 2003, Frank began singing with Nik Entertainment’s Rochester Rat Pack and shortly thereafter, he formed Frank’s Rat Pack.
Frank Torchio as Sinatra. Sinatra’s Christmas in Vegas will take place December 18, 7 p.m., at Kodak Center, 200 West Ridge Road. Tickets range from $27 to $35. To purchase tickets or for information about this event, visit www.ofccreations.com or call 667-0954. Provided information and photo
Opinion/Comments Decreasing the farm laborer threshold: A threat to New York’s farms and families As the former owner and operator of our family farm, I know firsthand that running a farm or an agribusiness is a uniquely challenging undertaking, and if we fail to recognize how these businesses operate in the real world, it will be the death knell for family farms in New York state. I say this because recently many have called for farm worker overtime to be reduced from the 60-hour threshold established by the Farm Laborers “Fair” Labor Practices Act in 2019 to 40 hours. As well-intentioned as this idea may sound, this demand comes from a lack of understanding regarding how farms and agribusinesses actually operate. If it were implemented, I fear the only farms that could afford to comply would be large, corporate-operated ones, as the family farms we know and love in our communities would be driven out of business. To give insight as to why this could happen, simply put, agricultural work isn’t a 9-to-5 job. Farms operate on schedules that are at the mercy of Mother Nature. During the planting and harvest season, it’s often necessary to work from sunrise to sunset, while other seasonal periods could warrant fewer hours of work. This proposal fails to acknowledge this reality, as well as the broader consequences that could arise from decreasing this threshold. We don’t have the luxury of having 12 months of growing and harvesting seasons, we are not Florida or California! If we begin to lose our farms, which already face many competitive disadvantages compared to out-of-state competitors, farm workers, in turn, will lose their jobs. When that happens, they may very well seek opportunities working for competitors in other states, creating a vicious cycle in which job openings and our farm workforce disappear in tandem, harming the very people the policy sought to help. We should also bear in mind that our dairy farmers are beholden to price controls that limit their ability to in-
crease their prices to recoup overhead costs. At the end of the day, all farmers are price-takers, meaning that they sell their goods at prices set by processors, distributors and facilities. Farmers, here in New York, are often unable to meet the low costs sought by these purchasers. Even as things stand now, prices on our produce are so high that many New York City schools order apples from Washington state. If the overtime threshold were to be lowered at all, or to 40 hours, it’s likely it would no longer be profitable to produce many beloved crops here in New York. Our produce would then be less fresh, less plentiful and more expensive. During a year in which we’ve seen unprecedented increases in food prices in stores, where profits don’t directly benefit farmers, the last thing we need is to deliver another gut-punch from Albany to families finding it increasingly difficult to nourish their loved ones. Additionally, farmers have seen the cost of feed, fuel, equipment and other goods they need skyrocket due to inflation. My hope is that the Farm Laborers Wage Board, along with Gov. Hochul, as a native of upstate New York, listens to the concerns of our upstate farmers on the many implications of this issue, instead of ignoring those concerns for the sake of appeasing partisan activists who lack insight into the day-to-day operations of a farm. In rural upstate New York, agriculture is more than an economic sector, it’s a way of life. This proposal jeopardizes the existence of farms that have been pillars of our community for generations. To imagine our region without family farms is like imagining New York City without skyscrapers. My hope is that on this issue, if no other, our concerns will not fall on deaf ears. Assemblyman Steve Hawley 139th District, (R,C,I-Batavia)
Legal NoticeS Notice of Qualification
Notice of Qualification
Notice of Qualification of Splash Car Wash Batavia Veterans LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/14/21. Office location: Genesee County. LLC formed in Connecticut (CT) on 09/28/21. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Corporation Service Company, 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543. Address to be maintained in CT: 472 Wheelers Farms Rd., Milford, CT 06461. Arts of Org. filed with the Secy. of State, 165 Capitol Ave., Ste. 100, Hartford, CT 06106. Purpose: any lawful activities.
Notice of Qualification of Splash Car Wash Liberty LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/14/21. Office location: Genesee County. LLC formed in Connecticut (CT) on 09/29/21. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Corporation Service Company, 80 State St., Albany, NY 122072543. Address to be maintained in CT: 472 Wheelers Farms Rd., Milford, CT 06461. Arts of Org. filed with the Secy. of State, 165 Capitol Ave., Ste. 100, Hartford, CT 06106. Purpose: any lawful activities.
Notice of Formation Notice of Formation of Wittman Ingenuity, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2021-11-04. Office location: Genesee County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to William L. Wittman, Jr.: 43 S. Lake Avenue Bergen NY 14416. Purpose: Any lawful purpose
Notice of Formation of LLC 4737 REDMAN ROAD LLC has filed articles of organization with the New York Secretary of State on November 19, 2021. Its office is located in Monroe County. The Secretary has been designated as agent upon whom process may be served. A copy of any process shall be mailed to 4737 REDMAN ROAD LLC, 81 Shumway Road, Brockport, NY 14420. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity for which Limited Liability Companies may be organized under Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law.
Legal Notice To Bidders Kendall Central School The Kendall Central School District invites sealed bids for band instruments for the school year 2021-2022. Complete Specifications and Bid Forms may be obtained at the Kendall Central School Business Office, Kendall, New York 14476 on any business day between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Sealed bids are to be in the hands of the Business Office of the Kendall Central School no later than Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. after which time the bids will be opened and read. The Kendall Central School Board of Education, acting in this matter for the School District, reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Audra Keirn District Clerk Kendall Central School District Kendall, New York 14476
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Come hear a unique perspective on the famous
Nativity Story and learn how the theme of redemption applies to your individual life. Sunday, December 19 at 10:30aM
The First Congregational Church of Riga
“Please join us for our Annual Christmas Eve Service at 6:30 PM, on December 24th. It will be a candlelight service along with special music. Hope to see you there!
7057 Chili-Riga Road, ChuRChville If you have any questions, please call
Pastor Dave at 293-2336 or pastordavekb@gmail.com
Hilton United Methodist Church 21 West Ave., Hilton • HUMCNY.org • 392-8761
Sunday, December 19 at 3 PM Blue Christmas Service A Service of Comfort and Hope Friday, December 24, at 7 PM HUMC’s Traditional Christmas Eve Service All are welcome.
Sun. Dec. 26 - 10:00 AM Fourth Sunday Of Advent Worship Fri. Dec. 24 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Worship Following Worship Wassail Bowl Party
St. Mary - St. Mark Christmas Eve Mass 4pm & 10pm at St. Mary • 6pm at St. Mark
Pastor: The Rev. Michael L. Sloan
Christmas Day Mass The Nativity of Our Lord
8:30am St. Mark • 10:30am St. Mary
St. Mary 13 S. Main St., Holley St. Mark 16789 Kenmore Rd., Kendall
585-638-6718 www.stmarystmark.org
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 65 Church Street, Spencerport
Merry Christ Mass Visit us in person. Please wear your mask for everyone’s safety. Both services will be streamed on our website: HUMCNY.org
Join us in person or online as we celebrate the birth of Jesus! December 19th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Classical Concert (featuring artists from Eastman School of Music) • December 23rd, 5:30 pm Blue Christmas Service for those who are grieving • December 24th, 6:30 pm Christmas Eve Eucharist Service • December 25th, 10:00 am Christmas Day Eucharist Service
Masses Christmas Eve 3:30 pm* 6:00 pm 11:00 pm Christmas Day 10:30 am
*The 3:30pm Mass will also be live streamed https://www.facebook.com/stleohilton
St. Leo the Great Catholic Church New entrance: 110 Old Hojack Lane Hilton, NY 14468 Rev. Joseph Catanise T: 392-2710 - E: hstleoch@dor.org W: www.stleochurch.org
Electronic giving is available for your convenience by visiting our website or text 844-929-1030 thank you for your support.
We Wish You A Very Merry Christmas & A Happy & Healthy New Year!
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A link to the live-stream can be found at www.stgeorgehilton.org
St. George’s Episcopal Church “Where ALL are welcome” 635 Old Wilder Rd., Hilton 585-392-4099
(Masks required for all onsite services)
December 19 Several sizes available to suit your needs.
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Byron-Bergen student organizes ghost tour at Mount Rest Cemetery When Byron-Bergen senior Libby Piper and her mom, Byron-Bergen teacher Heather Painting, went on local ghost tours, she thought, “Bergen could do this.” This year, Piper and Painting began planning a local historical ghost tour. They started by speaking to the Bergen Historical Society, who provided information about the people buried at Mount Rest Cemetery. Next, it was finding actors to portray the former residents – so Piper decided to get the community involved. “I thought it would be a great idea to involve the school in the Bergen community,” said Piper. “Some of the drama students agreed to portray the people that are buried in the cemetery.” Prior to the event, Bergen Mayor Anna Marie Barclay worked with Piper and Painting to organize an event in Hickory Park to complement the ghost tour. There were food trucks and performances by The Charlie Mitchell Group, and tickets to the ghost tours sold out – even after adding additional tour slots. The front pavilion was decorated with Halloween ghosts and witches, Young Life sold pumpkins, student-made scarecrows were displayed, proposals for park plantings were presented, Greg’ry’s served baked goods, and ice cream treats were sold by the
Methodist Church. Attendees had dinner, enjoyed music, and went on the ghost tour. There were approximately 250 people in attendance, with between 90 and 100 people taking the tour. “As a retired teacher, I am always looking for opportunities to work with students, include them in community activities, and bring the community together,” said Barclay. “This seemed an opportunity to do so.” The event also ended up being a way to honor former village historian Ray MacConnell, who recently died. The historical ghost tour featured students and faculty members dressed as deceased members of the Bergen community who are buried in Mount Rest Cemetery in the village. The “ghosts” told stories of events in their lives as the “tourists” made their way through the cemetery. The stories they told were from MacConnell’s writings and research. Byron-Bergen drama teacher Larry Tallman participated as a ghost on the ghost tour. He took on the role of Eaton Mann, an eclectic Batavian photographer and musician. “It was incredibly exciting to have that opportunity, to have a student take that initiative, and to come up with such a creative way to raise money,” said Tallman. “It was
The roles were reversed as Byron-Bergen drama teacher Larry Tallman took direction from senior Libby Piper who spearheaded the ghost tour. even more exciting for me to be a part of the whole thing as an actor and being directed by my student.” Piper and Barclay have heard nothing but positive feedback and are looking forward to expanding the event for next year with more ghosts, tour slots, and community involvement. “Just yesterday, Mr. McGee stopped me in the hallway and told me he’s heard nothing but great things about it, so that was really great for me to hear,” said Piper. “I’ve received lots and lots of positive feedback about it.” Due to the amount of input and effort, Piper decided that the proceeds from the ghost tours and festival would be donated to the Byron-Bergen drama department, the Cemetery Association, and the Bergen Historical Society. In its first year, the event raised $900. Provided information and photos
Byron-Bergen students and faculty members dressed as community members buried at Mount Rest Cemetery to tell the stories.
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You & Yours are iNvited to come
Merry Christmas Christmas EvE sErviCE Friday, december 24 7:00 Pm First Presbyterian Church
December 23
A Quiet Christmas Service to Reflect, Pray & Remember 6:00pm
December 24
Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7:00pm
35 State Street, Brockport
in-person or live streaming on-line through YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live” Masks are required for all attendees
Hilt n Baptist Church 50 Lake Ave., Hilton 14468 • 585-392-7990 www.hiltonbaptist.org
Home For Christmas st. luke’s episcopal church
14 state street, Brockport NY www.stlukesbrockport.org
Welcome Festive eucharist with carols & candlelight Home... christmas eve @ 8pm (pre-service music & seating begin @ 7 pm)
Quiet service with eucharist christmas day @ 9 am Masks required for in-person worship