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By Matilda Charles
Yes, you can turn off the news
Several months ago I took a “short” break from watching the daily news -- except that break wasn’t so short after all when I extended it to over a month.
Then, wanting to continue with the peace that came from not being hooked into the daily news cycles and media hysteria, I set my phone to send me alerts with short blurbs about important news. I could quickly scan the few lines of the alert, catch up and be done with it. That’s worked well these past months.
Except it doesn’t keep people from calling me to ask if I’ve seen a certain piece of news or telling me to quickly turn on the television. The bigger the news, the more people who call.
I’ve advised more than one upset person to turn the television off and not turn it on again for an hour or two. After a serious event, news stations will continue to hash over the same initial information, even if they don’t know anything new. Nothing good can come from hearing the same bad news over and over.
There’s more to it than just keeping up with what’s going on. If you’re having trouble sleeping, if you’re stressed all the time, if you’re afraid or angry -- all these things can be a result of watching too much of the news.
If you have high blood pressure and a home monitor, keep track of it as a way to spot whether any spikes in your BP coincide with events you’ve watched on the news.
If you have a cellphone, there are several free news apps you can use that will alert you to events.
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Sophia Kovatch
Dear Readers,
My name is Sophia Kovatch, and I’m the new writer for the Genesee Valley Penny Saver. I’m excited to join the Penny Saver as it works to expand the stories it brings you (thanks to your support!). Having mostly written for websites, I’ve always wanted to work for a publication with its own printing press, so that’s exciting too.
I’ve been writing professionally for over ten years, writing for all kinds of companies and publications. I’ve written for award-winning news outlets and nationally recognized brands, and I’ve spent far too many hours trying to outwit Google’s ranking algorithm. rough these experiences, I’ve learned that the more connected I am to the subjects of my stories and the people who read them, the more fun I have while writing. In joining the Penny Saver, I have a stronger connection than ever to my work, so I expect to have more fun writing than I ever have before.
In my free time, you can usually find me reading a stack of library books or looking for cool birds by Oatka Creek. I also spend time each week teaching storytelling at Adventures & Art in Caledonia and stewarding Akimbo Books on University Ave in Rochester.
You’ll start seeing my byline on more Hometown Stories in upcoming editions of the Penny Saver. I’ll also help bring new kinds of content for you to enjoy both in print and online. I’ve got some ideas, but I’d love to know what kinds of stories you want to read in the Penny Saver. Send in your story ideas to hometown@featuredmedia.com.
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LEROY HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORE EARNS SUNY FREDONIA COMMENDATION FOR COMPUTER ANIMATION
BY ALECIA KAUS AND SUZIE WELLS
Congratulations to sophomore Lyla Jones, who participated in the NYS Summer School of the Arts program at SUNY Fredonia this summer and received a Certificate of Commendation for meritorious achievement at the 2025 School of Media Arts in Computer Animation.
“Animation is all about timing and spacing.”
- LYLA JONES
Lyla says, “I signed up to hopefully get back into animation because I really enjoy it. I found myself having trouble having time for it. So, I thought, what better way to get back into animation than going to a camp for a month just to animate.”
Twenty-eight students with exceptional talent in media arts were chosen to attend the program through a statewide portfolio review. The fourweek program started July 6th and went through August 1st. Students lived on campus during the program and received a full unit of college credit for the course. They engaged in 140 hours of direct instruction, studio work, screenings, and lectures for about seven hours a day.
“It was really cool,” Lyla says. “It gave us a little taste of college life. So, even if animation is something I might not go into, I was still happy I got the experience of living in the dorms for a month. I think it really prepared me for college life, so when I graduate, I’ll know what to expect.”
During the program, she learned techniques such as pose-by-pose animation, as opposed to frameby-frame, explaining: “So, you’ll make one pose, then you’ll make it here, and then you’ll do the in between frames. If you do frame by frame, it makes it look very unnatural. Animation is all about timing and spacing. So, say you have two seconds, and sometimes you’ll have more frames if you want it to be slower, and less frames if you want it to look quicker. I’d say we learned a lot there.”
This latest recognition builds on a string of accomplishments. Last year, Lyla was chosen as the first-place winner of the 19th Annual Digital Media Festival Award program at the Strong Museum of Play in Rochester for her animation video titled The Wizzard of Oz. She was also a top-three finalist in the Digies Awards in the Video Category (7th–9th grade), where she created an animated promotional video for the Le Roy Jr. Sr. H.S. musical The Wizard of Oz. That project took her about three to four months to complete. “It requires me to draw a picture and then move the picture a little bit frame by frame and then I clip all the pictures together to make a longer video,” she explained.
Her growth as an animator has been steady. In previous years, she placed first with a video submission, second with a collaborative social studies project, and fourth with a submission in sixth grade. She attributes her improvement to reviewing old work. “If you’re watching an old animation, and you notice something that’s a little choppy, you have to find ways to make it run smoother.”
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She is also fascinated by the science of movement. “You have to pay attention to how the actual human body moves. Like, before you move your hand, you don’t move it forward immediately, you have to pull it back a little. I think a lot of that is just those kinds of mechanics you have to engrain in your head.”
Lyla has been self-taught since third grade, when she won first place in an audio submission about cats—because, as she recalls, she really wanted a cat at home. Though she says science is her “thing” and she hopes to pursue a career in engineering, physics, or a related field, she plans to keep animation in her life no matter what.
As she moves forward into her sophomore year, Lyla says she plans to continue creating animation on her own during the school year, applying all that she learned over the summer at Fredonia.
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Ode to Autumn
By Chey Miller
Weary Summer nods her head when Autumn comes to call.
“A few more weeks is all I ask, and then I’ll head down south.”
Summer packs her trappings — her floral scents and warmth — and gathers up her greenery, and flocks of birds, of course.
She shuffles off so slowly, casting tender backward glances.
“It’s hard to leave a place you love,” she sighs, while Autumn dances.
Autumn opens his carpet bag and shakes his clothing out. With cap of yellow, coat of gold and brown, gloves of orange, and boots of red he struts ‘round field and town.
All alone, he paints the scene with carefree, wild abandon: no hue’s too bold, no shade’s too bright, there’s no concern with clashing.
He dabs at first, then paints a swath, then flings whole bucketsful!
e hills and dales are glorious in Autumn’s peerless fashion.
One night he slyly sets aside for “Autumn’s Grand Finale.” We’re fast asleep when out he creeps and seeds the earth with glitter.
“Wake up!” he shouts, when Dawn peeks out and sets the clarions a-twitter.
“Look what I’ve done! Is this not grand? It’s beauty that I’m a er!”
e sun beams down and out we troop to marvel at the splendor.
en one chill eve he hears a knock and calls, already knowing, “Who’s there?”
“Guess who!” howls Winter, hoarily, “Good gracious, how it’s snowing!”
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It is no joy to me to sit On dreamy summer eves, When silently the timid moon Kisses the sleeping leaves, And all things through the fair hush’d earth
Love, rest—but nothing grieves. Better I like old autumn With his hair toss’d to and fro, Firmstridingo’erthestubblefields When the equinoctials blow. ~Dinah Mulock Craik (1826–1887), “October”
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A huge THANK YOU to the three shoppers who helped me after a fall in the store at the Dollar General in Livonia on Sunday. Also, thanks to the store manager for getting the bandages, etc. This is a wonderful community. Thanks again. I will always remember all of you.
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Post Office Praise
As I was sending out a birthday gift to a friend, another patron at the post office saved me a few bucks by sharing her gift wrapping to make sure a candle would not break in transport. We then shared a few stories of our loved ones who we were sending gifts to and connected over year-long Christmas trees! It was a special moment of human connection! Then at the window, I didn’t have my package taped shut, and the attendant was extremely patient, kind, and helpful as we got the package secure. Small town connections win!
Clothing Sizing Anoying
Why oh why can’t women’s clothing sizes be simpler?! When we need to try on absolutely every garment, even if we ‘usually’ are a certain size, different brands run different sizing and fit, and even within the same brand, depending on country of manufacture, the exact same listed size can be vastly different from another. It is so frustrating. Yes, first world problem, but it is a lifelong aggravation for sure. www.featuredmedia.com
Now that School is in Session
Since schools have started and the school bus comes roughly the same time plus/minus 5-10 minutes, act as responsible parents who are in charge of raising the next generation. Can you have your children out by the road when the bus gets there? Why does the bus need to sit there with the light flashing, honking the horn, and you come to the door in your night clothes acting surprised the bus is there to pick up your children? It used to be if you were not in sight the bus driver would slow down and if you didn’t want to be picked up, you would have to drive your children to school! Grow up; more is caught than is taught, have your children ready for the bus. THANKS to all the patient people who have to wait while you get your act together.
Physical activity can help in the fight against breast cancer
Breast cancer is a complex disease that affects millions of women across the globe each year. ough the American Cancer Society (ACS) reports that only about 4 percent of women diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States are under age 40, women of all ages can take steps to protect themselves against this deadly disease. Exercise benefits women in a myriad of ways, and that includes lowering their risk for breast cancer. e ACS notes that researchers are increasingly linking exercise to a reduced risk for breast cancer. ough the reasons behind that link remain unclear, some theorize that the positive effects of exercise on body weight, inflammation, hormones, and energy balance could be why regular physical activity helps women reduce their risk of breast cancer.
Body weight and breast cancer
e National Cancer Institute reports that being obese a er menopause can significantly increase a woman’s risk for breast cancer. In addition, the ACS attributes the rise in hormone receptor-positive breast cancers to an increased prevalence of excessive body weight. Routine exercise is a highly effective way to lose weight and keep weight off, which in turn could lower women’s risk for breast cancer.
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Exercise is a not a sedentary activity, and that could be another reason why women who are physically active have a lower risk for breast cancer. e ACS notes that more than one study has linked sitting time to a higher risk of various diseases, including breast cancer. Researchers with the ACS analyzed data from 77,462 women, who they followed for an average of 15.8 years. None of the participants had cancer when the study started, but researchers found that women who sat for six or more hours per day during their free time had a 10 percent greater risk for invasive breast cancer than women who sat for less than three hours per day during free time.
Does physical activity really reduce breast cancer risk?
e human body is complex, and a host of factors, including those like age that women have no control over, can affect cancer risk. However, engaging in routine physical activity seems to be an effective way for women to reduce their risk for breast cancer. In fact, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation estimates that one-third of all breast cancer cases could be prevented with positive lifestyle choices that help women maintain a healthy weight, including exercise.
Routine physical activity can be a significant weapon in women’s arsenal as they continue their efforts to prevent and overcome breast cancer.
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Eligard Injections Cause Man To Develop Breast Tissue
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been treated for prostate cancer and stopped my semiannual Eligard injections three years ago. I’m 75 years old and about 5 feet, 9 inches tall. Before treatment, I weighed 227 pounds; I currently weigh 209 pounds. My testosterone level is 49.6 ng/dL. My breasts have become somewhat feminine.
My question is: Will they regain their normal appearance? I’m losing weight slowly, and I’m trying to build muscle with weights. -- Anon.
ANSWER: Gynecomastia is the growth of male breast tissue, specifically when not due to breast cancer. It can happen during puberty in healthy males, but it is a common side effect of androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer. Up to 75% of men treated with antiandrogen therapy like leuprolide (Lupron or Eligard) will develop breast tissue.
It isn’t likely that the breast tissue will go away on its own.For men who want treatment due to the appearance or tenderness of the breast tissue, there are radiation, medication and surgical treatments available. Radiation therapy is the most effective for men who develop breast tissue with androgen-depletion treatment.
Tamoxifen is the usual medical treatment, and you may ask the physician treating your prostate cancer about these choices. Men who can’t take or choose not to take either of these treatments can be referred for surgical treatment, which can be liposuction or a mastectomy.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 74-year-old active male currently taking a daily 81-mg aspirin due to a periodic heart arrythmia. I have elective sinus surgery scheduled, requiring that I be under a general anesthetic for 90 minutes and that I be off aspirin for the two weeks preceding the procedure.
I’m beginning to have second thoughts about the surgery as I wonder if I’m risking a stroke. Would you please share your thoughts on this? Thank you. -- R.B.
ANSWER: Aspirin is used in some people with atrial fibrillation (the likely heart arrythmia you would be put on aspirin for) when they are at a low risk for a stroke.
There is a score called the CHA2DS2-VASc that is used to estimate risk. People at a higher risk are recommended anticoagulants such as apixaban (Eliquis). Since you are 74, you get at least one point for your age, and unless you have another risk factor that I don’t know about, you have an estimated risk of stroke without treatment of approximately 0.6% per year.
While it is true that being off aspirin for a period of time around a surgery increases your stroke risk, your risk is already so low that the absolute risk of being off aspirin for two weeks is quite small. You should always consider the risks of any surgery against the benefits, but the risk of stroke in your case is small compared to the risks anyone has with sinus surgery (such as bleeding or an infection).
I am a little surprised about it being two weeks; normally when a person comes off aspirin before surgery, it’s for five to seven days. Also, not all surgeons require aspirin to be stopped before sinus surgery.
Since your reason to be on aspirin is to prevent a stroke due to your arrythmia, and this risk appears to be very small, it may be that the surgeon determined the risk of stopping aspirin was so small. So, it wouldn’t be worth the possible increased risk of bleeding from the sinus surgery if you’re still taking aspirin.
If you haven’t talked to your regular doctor or cardiologist about this, I recommend doing so since I don’t have your full medical history.
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According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer mainly occurs in middle-aged or older women.In fact,the median age at the time of a breast cancer diagnosis is 62.Though it’s possible for women far younger than 62 to be diagnosed with breast cancer, the ACS reports that only a very small number of women younger than 45 are diagnosed with the disease each year. Despite the average age of onset being over 60, breast cancer is highly treatable. The World Health Organization notes that breast cancer treatments routinely achieve survival probabilities of 90 percent or higher. However, those probabilities decline considerably in lower-income countries where access to screening and other medical services is limited. For example, the WHO notes that five-year survival rates for breast cancer routinely surpass 90 percent in high-income countries like the United States and Canada. However, those rates are as low as 40 percent in South Africa, where early detection of the disease is less likely than it is in wealthier nations.That disparity in survival rates underscores the need for greater resource allocation in lower-income countries, but also highlights the effectiveness of screening and other measures in high-income countries where women are taught to report any abnormalities with their breasts.
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If you stand still outside you can hear it... Winter’s footsteps, the sound of falling leaves.
~Animal Crossing: Wild World (Nintendo video game) written by Takayuki Ikkaku, Arisa Hosaka, and Toshihiro Kawabata
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Just after the death of the flowers, And before they are buried in snow, There comes a festival season, When nature is all aglow— Aglow with a mystical spendour That rivals the brightness of spring,
Aglow with a beauty more tender Than aught which fair summer could bring....
The Season was waning to its close. The gardens showed but little of the ravages of autumn as yet. The noble avenues of trees were still in their glory of fulness and expansive verdure; although here and there a few fallen leaves seemed to have fluttered down to earth as premature heralds of decay. The later flowers were gorgeous in their many-coloured splendour, though their earlier sisters had already lived the best of their lives, and now drooped their heads, as if to hide their blighted charms.
~J. Palgrave Simpson, For Ever and Never, 1884, wording slightly altered
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To honor families who have lost a loved one in military service, the last Sunday of September was designated "Gold Star Mother's Day" in 1936 and amended to "Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day" in 2011. This Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, how do you think communities can best support Gold Star families?
- Providing community events or memorials
- Offering ongoing financial or emotional support programs
- Highlighting their loved one’s story publicly
- Simply being present and listening
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Poll ended 9-30-2025
Initially created to encourage people to listen to the rich history and wealth of information centenarians offer, September 22nd is National Centenarian's Day. Does your family have any centenarians? (also - If you'd like to share word of any currently living centenarians, please email hometown@featuredmedia.com).
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FACTS AND FIGURES ABOUT SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE U.S. AND CANADA
Statistics Canada reports that small businesses employed 63.8 percent of the Canadian workforce in 2021. That percentage is lower in the United States, where the SBA reports that 61.7 million Americans, which equates to 46.4 percent of private sector employees, are employed by small businesses.
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A Talking Cat?
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Whenever I’m having a conversation with my friends or talking to my mom, our cat “Jasper” stands right in the middle of our group and meows. If we stop talking, he stops meowing. What’s going on? Is my cat trying to talk? -- Victoria L., Canton, Massachusetts
DEAR VICTORIA: Sort of! Although it’s probably because Jasper sees a bunch of humans gathered together, all of whom have thumbs and can therefore open a bag of treats for him.
Cats vocalize with humans more than they do with other cats. Much more. Researchers (and owners) have figured out that they meow at us a lot because it prompts us to give them food,treats and snuggles -- even though we have a harder time understanding cats’ meows than other animal noises. They’re very perceptive, these housecats, with not much to distract them from observing us all the time (especially since so many of us work from home these days).
They’ve figured out our daily schedule better than we have. I have a cat who hops on my lap and starts head-butting my smartphone exactly at bedtime. He gets his little snack, and I get eight proper hours of sleep. And if I get home late? Oh, the silent treatment I receive. It’s the complete opposite of meowing, and just as manipulative.
Like you, I’d like to think that Jasper is just trying to get in on the excited conversation going on all around him. That could be the case. It could also be Jasper’s realization that big gatherings of humans usually involve food ... and if he stays underfoot, some of that deliciousness will come his way.
Max is 15 years old and this is her favorite chair in the house. She always has her naps here.
FROM PORCH CATS TO COMMUNITY CATS
Many small towns across your region have what residents affectionately call “porch cats.” These friendly strays often make their rounds, sleeping in sun patches and charming the neighbors. If you notice a new feline visitor, consider contacting a local TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) program. Many operate quietly across WNY and can help ensure our furry friends are healthy,fixed,and not overpopulating.Porch cats can be lovely visitors, but community responsibility keeps them safe and out of shelters.
ADVICE FOR A SUCCESSFUL CAREER CHANGE
Individuals change jobs for many reasons, including greater professional satisfaction, money or a change of location. The financial experts at The Balance say that people change jobs more frequently than many people may think, noting today’s average worker changes jobs 12 times during his or her career. It is not uncommon for workers to change careers several times in a lifetime. The notion that the job a person starts out in directly after graduation is the one that he or she will have for the rest of his or her life - or at the very least, several years - is no longer the norm. Many younger workers migrate between jobs for greater compensation and fulfillment. Older workers, too, are faced with career stagnation. A survey from the University of Phoenix School of Business found 59 percent of working adults say they’re interested in taking the leap of a midlife career change. Once the idea for a career change has been planted in a person’s mind, he or she may be anxious to jump right in. However, career coaches and other experts say that it is better to take the transition slowly and confirm that changing careers is truly the path to take. Finding the right time for the transition is equally important.
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• High School Diploma or GED and related technical training.
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NETWORKING STRATEGIES FOR THE DIGITAL AGE
Personalize your connections. The days of sharing a post-work drink with a colleague may be over. But networking in the digital age need not be impersonal. When using professional networking sites such as LinkedIn, personalize the messages you send to other professionals when inviting them to join your network. Use the message to briefly introduce yourself andexplainyourconnectionbeforeexplainingwhyyouwantthepersonto become part of your network. Welcome any questions and warmly thank them for their time. This personal touch can make you stand out in a digital sea of people, many of whom simply want to add other professionals to their network without necessarily making genuine connections.
409 East State St. Albon, NY 14411
Phone: 585.589.5605
Fax: 585.589.9015
Position Summary: Works in partnership with Lead Teacher to support learning and development of preschool children through the implementation of developmentally appropriate curricula. Engages parents and families in their children’s progress toward school readiness through learning experiences and ongoing assessment.
Education & Experience: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with equivalent coursework of Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA); preschool classroom experience.
A Comprehensive Background Check must be completed prior to hire, including: FBI & NYS Criminal History, Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment, NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, NYS Sex Offender Registry, National Sex Offender Registry and Out-of-State checks if lived outside of NYS in the last 5 years. FOR QUESTIONS OR IF INTERESTED CONTACT: 585-589-5605 x104 • HR@caoginc.org
Needed 2-3 hours/day – Great a erschool job. Call 716-560-4481 to arrange an interview. Batavia, NY
WORKING PARENTS CAN CREATE BETTER WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Look for ways to be more efficient. Interactions with coworkers can make work more enjoyable, but working parents should not spend too much time shooting the breeze with their fellow employees. Doing so wastes time and only contributes to work-related stress. Commuters who don’t drive themselves to work can be more efficient by using their commutes to read emails, arrange meetings or catch up on projects. Doing so allows for more time to get work done while in the office, which can make it easier to go home on time.
Cook Assistant – Batavia
Position Summary: Assists site cook in providing daily nutrition services to children and classroom staff that comply with all local, state, and federal regulations including Head Start and CACFP. Serves as substitute for cook. Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED; basic knowledge of good nutrition; food service experience and/or education preferred.
A Comprehensive Background Check must be completed prior to hire, including: FBI & NYS Criminal History, Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment, NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, NYS Sex Offender Registry, National Sex Offender Registry and Out-of-State checks if lived outside of NYS in the last 5 years.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Retirement can seem like it will never come for young professionals. But time can be a sieve,andretirementagecanarrive in the blink of an eye. Young adults who have not planned accordingly for retirement can find themselves in financial straits at a point in their lives when they want to kick back and enjoy themselves. Financial experts advise that financially solventpeopleshouldbeginsaving aggressively for their retirements early on. Ideally people should start saving in their 20s when they first leave school and begin their careers. The sooner one saves, the more time money has to grow. Vanguard says that the person who saves $4,500 per year over a career spanning 45 years can reach a goal of having more than $1 million in savings by the time he or she retires. Compounding interest and investment matches from employers can further secure professionals’ financial futures.
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5073 Clinton St. Rd. Batavia, NY 14020
Phone: 585.343.7798
Fax: 585.343.4063
Position Available: Family Advocate- Batavia
Position Summary: Maintain the recruitment, enrollment and attendance requirements of the program. In addition, provide case management and crisis intervention for families, helping them achieve goals and connect with community resources. Sustain ongoing parent engagement within the site, home and program
Education & Experience: Associates’ Degree in Human Services or related field with relevant coursework; one-year experience in Human Services.
A Comprehensive Background Check must be completed prior to hire, including: FBI & NYS Criminal History, Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment, NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, NYS Sex Offender Registry, National Sex Offender Registry and Out-ofState checks if lived outside of NYS in the last 5 years.
FOR QUESTIONS OR IF INTERESTED CONTACT: 585-589-5605 x104 • HR@caoginc.org
HOW WOMEN CAN KEEP THEIR CAREERS GOING FORWARD
Continue education. The Graduate Management Admission Test, often referred to as the GMAT, is used to assess candidates for admission into graduate level management programs, such as MBA programs. A recent analysis of GMAT test takers found that 47 percent were women, which marked an all-time high. The value of education is undeniable, and women can continue their educations via the pursuit of advanced degrees as they look to keep their careers going forward.
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Electrician & Apprentices
Journeyman: Minimum 5 years’ experience. Must have general knowledge of the current NEC and be capable of working independently. Candidate must be able to manage job sites and apprentices. Starting pay $40/hr. Company tools and daily truck provided.
Apprentices: company tools and job training provided. Starting pay $18-$25/hr.
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WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
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• Ability to travel or relocate for the duration of the project
409 East State St. Albon, NY 14411
Phone: 585.589.5605
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Education & Site Manager - Batavia
Position Summary: Primarily responsible for the overall planning, monitoring and evaluation of education services as well as interpersonal climate, general organization and administration of the Head Start site in accordance with local, state and federal regulations, policies and procedures. Train, mentor, monitor and coach Education Staff and substitutes to ensure delivery of high-quality early childhood education services. Work closely with program leadership team.
WHAT WILL SET YOU APART:
• All offers contingent on a physical and drug/alcohol screening
• An interest in renewable energy
• e desire to grow your career!
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field with equivalent ECE coursework; proficient in ECE and Developmentally Appropriate principles, practices curricula and assessment; demonstrated experienc (1 year minimum) as ECE teacher; supervisory experience (1 year minimum).
A Comprehensive Background Check must be completed prior to hire, including: FBI & NYS Criminal History, Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment, NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, NYS Sex Offender Registry, National Sex Offender Registry and Out-of-State checks if lived outside of NYS in the last 5 years.
FOR QUESTIONS OR IF INTERESTED CONTACT: 585-589-5605 x104 • HR@caoginc.org
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For the upcoming winter season
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81 Lake St. • LeRoy, NY 14482 585-768-6578
George and Swede Sales & Service, located in Pavilion, NY, is seeking a qualified
PARTS COUNTER PERSON
to join our team.
This is a full-time position responsible for maintaining parts inventory using a min/max system based on sales history, selling products and services, ordering, receiving, unloading and stocking parts as needed, making hoses, accurately recording inventory transactions, supplying technicians with parts, and assisting in merchandise displays.
Qualified candidates will possess
• 3 or more years’ parts counter experience is a plus but willing to train the right individual
• superior organizational skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities
• superior customer service skills
• able to regularly lift 50 pounds
• proficient with Outlook and Word
• ability to learn new computer programs
• able to attend occasional out of town manufacturer/vendor trainings
• valid driver’s license
• forklift certification a plus
We offer
• competitive pay, based on experience and qualifications, to be discussed during interview
• health insurance, life insurance, AD&D
• 401k with match
• PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
• Quarterly gain sharing
George and Swede is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Interested and qualified applicants should email resumes to wendyf@georgeandswede.com
To submit resumes by mail or in person: George and Swede Sales and Service, Inc., 7155 Big Tree Road, Pavilion, NY 14525
Attn: Wendy
NETWORKING STRATEGIES FOR THE DIGITAL AGE
Get out of the house. Digital age networking is not limited to digital connections. Meetup.com encourages like-minded men and women to get together with real people in real life, using the internet to facilitate such connections. Men and women who sign up can use Meetup.com to connect with local professionals in their industries, attend industryspecific events and even establish their own meetup groups. A medium such as Meetup.com is great for individuals of all ages, but it might be especially valuable to established professionals looking to combine digital age networking with the more traditional networking they’re accustomed to.
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1. TELEVISION: What was the name of the dog on “The Brady Bunch”?
2. U.S. CITIES: Which major U.S. city was called Yerba Buena until 1847?
3. GEOGRAPHY: Where is Bryce Canyon National Park located?
4. HISTORY: Where did the Renaissance begin?
5. MOVIES: What is the nickname of the serial killer in “The Silence of the Lambs”?
6. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the 20th president of the United States?
7. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: How many amendments are in the United States’ Bill of Rights?
8. ASTRONOMY: What type of galaxy is the Milky Way?
9. MUSIC: Which rock band sings the theme song to “The Big Bang Theory”?
10. LITERATURE: What is the last name of the family in “Little Women”?
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