HHM celebrates independence. HHM is celebrated between mid-September and mid-October because those weeks coordinate with the independence day celebrations of several countries with large Hispanic populations. Such nations include Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua on September 15; Mexico on September 16; and Chile on September 18.
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Homeowners may associate mulch with springtime lawn and garden care, but mulching in fall can benefit a lawn as well. According to the Morton Arboretum in Illinois, mulch protects roots against extreme temperatures, and not just those associated with summer heat waves.
Mulch is often connected with its ability to help soil retain moisture during especially warm times of the year, when mulch promotes strong roots that can help lawns and plants survive periods of extreme heat. But when applied in the fall, mulch also inhibits freezing and thawing in winter, reducing the likelihood that plants will be injured.
It’s important to ensure that heating systems are working properly prior to the cold-weather season. It may only take hours for the interior of a home to reach dangerously low temperatures without adequate heat. Homeowners should schedule annual checkups of furnaces and hot water heaters. Inspect the heat exchanger for cracks, install a clean air filter and make sure all thermostats are working properly.
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• Lima Pumpkin Festival & AG Day: General Help the Day of the Festival on October 4, 2025. Email: LimaPumpkinFestival@Mail.com
• e South Perinton Cemetery Association: We have the following Cemetery Board positions to fill: Secretary, Assistant Superintendent, and Website Master. We look forward to having new partners fill these positions, joining us in providing essential services to our local communities. Email: spcemetery1916@gmail.com
• Patrick Place - A Comfort Care Home Inc.: Patrick Place is seeking volunteers for resident care, fundraising, community outreach, buildings maintenance and landscaping/gardening. Email: directorpatrickplace@ gmail.com
• UR Noyes Health (Spice Box Gi Shop): Join our team of Spice Box Gi Shop volunteers! All profits from purchases go right back into the community, supporting Noyes Health, our patients and community. Email christa_barrows@urmc.rochester.edu or call 585-335-4358
• Heritage Christian Stables: Volunteer at HCS in Webster and make a difference. Support riders as they build strength and confidence through equine-assisted services. Help by side-walking, leading horses, or assisting with barn tasks, all while joining a kind, compassionate, and welcoming community. Email: stablesvolunteer@heritagechristianstables.org
• Hospeace House, INC: Do you have 4 hrs a month to volunteer at a Comfort Care Home located in Naples. Email: kathymincer@ hospeacehouse.org
• Mt. Carmel House, LLC: Opportunities for kind, compassionate individuals willing to support and/or care for members of the community in their final stage of life’s journey. All training provided. Teens to adults welcome. Email: heathermtcarmelhouse@gmail.com
• Friends of Batavia: We sell hotdogs every Friday next to the Holland Land office & we could use a couple of extra hands. We use $$ to keep the Peace Garden looking beautiful & the flags hanging! Email: btcsdepot@aol.com
• Serenity House of Victor: We are a two-bed comfort care home seeking caregiver, grounds, and fundraising volunteers. No experience necessary. We provide training. Share your most valuable gi - yourself! Come join our team. Email serenityhousevictor@gmail.com or call 585-924-5840
• Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry: Help with Foodlink deliveries on the occasional Monday morning (every 4 - 6 weeks). Help us unload the truck and stock the pantry. Takes less than an hour. Call 585991-8220 or email ggefoodpantry@gmail.com.
• Big Springs Museum: Mondays 9:00 until noon & Sundays 1:00 - 4:00. You may even be able to work from home. Research and writing, website maintenance, social media posting, organizing, carpentry, painting, cleaning, electrical, event planning, membership management & growth, and more! Email: bigspringsevents@gmail.com or call 585-538-9880
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STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY COURT, GENESEE COUNTY
In the Matter of the Foreclosure of Tax Liens by Proceeding In Rem pursuant to Article Eleven of the Real Property Tax Law by the City of Batavia, New York
PETITION AND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE
Index No.:
e above-captioned proceeding is hereby commenced to enforce the payment of delinquent taxes or other lawful charges which have accumulated and become liens against certain property. e parcels to which this proceeding applies are identified on Schedule A of this Petition, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof. is document serves both as a Petition of Foreclosure and a Notice of Foreclosure for purposes of this proceeding.
Effect of filing: All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the real property described in this petition are hereby notified that the filing of this petition constitutes the commencement by the Tax District of a proceeding in the court specified in the caption above to foreclosure each of the tax liens therein described by a foreclosure proceeding in rem.
Nature of proceeding: is proceeding is brought against the real property only and is to foreclose the tax liens described in this petition. No personal judgment will be entered herein for such taxes or other legal charges or any part thereof.
Persons affected: is notice is directed to all persons owning or having or claiming to have an interest in the real property described in this petition. Such persons are hereby notified further that a duplicate of this petition has been filed in the office of the Enforcing Officer of the Tax District and will remain open for public inspection up to and including the date specified below as the last day for redemption.
Right of redemption: Any person having or claiming to have an interest in any such real property and the legal right thereto may on or before said date redeem the same by paying the amount of all such unpaid tax liens thereon, including all interest and penalties and other legal charges which are included in the lien against such real property, computed to and including the date of redemption. Such payments shall be made to Heidi J. Parker, City of Batavia Clerk/Treasurer at City Hall, Clerk’s Office, One Batavia City Centre, Batavia, New York 14020. In the event that such taxes are paid by a person other than the record owner of such real property, the person so paying shall be entitled to have the tax liens affected thereby satisfied of record.
Last day for redemption: e last day for redemption is hereby fixed as the 14th day of November, 2025.
Service of answer: Every person having any right, title or interest in or lien upon any parcel of real property described in this petition may serve a duly verified answer upon the attorney for the Tax District setting forth in detail the nature and amount of his or her interest and any defense or objection to the foreclosure. Such answer must be filed in the Office of the County Clerk and served upon the attorney for the Tax District on or before the date above mentioned as the last day for redemption.
Failure to redeem or answer: In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his or her right, title and interest and equity of redemption in and to the parcel described in this petition and a judgment in foreclosure may be taken by default.
Dated: July , 2025
State of New York ) County of Genesee ) ss
Enforcing Officer:
Heidi J. Parker City of Batavia Clerk/Treasurer
I, Heidi J. Parker, being duly sworn, depose and say: I am the Enforcing Officer for the City of Batavia, New York. I have read this Petition which I have signed, and I am familiar with its contents. e contents of this Petition are true to the best of my knowledge, based upon the records of the City of Batavia I do not know of any errors or omissions in this Petition.
Heidi J. Parker
Sworn before me this day of July, 2025.
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STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY COURT, GENESEE COUNTY
In the Matter of the Foreclosure of Tax Liens by Proceeding In Rem pursuant to Article Eleven of the Real Property Tax Law by the City of Batavia, New York
TAX ENFORCEMENT NOTIFICATION
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e above-captioned proceeding is hereby commenced to enforce payment of delinquent taxes or other lawful charges which have accumulated and become liens against certain property.
You are presumed to own or have a legal interest in one or more of the parcels of real property described on the enclosed petition of foreclosure.
A proceeding to foreclose on such property based upon the failure to pay real property taxes has been commenced. Foreclosure will result in the loss of ownership of such property and all rights in that property.
To avoid loss of ownership or of any other rights in the property, all unpaid taxes and other legal charges must be paid prior to November14,2025 or you must interpose a duly verified answer in the proceeding. You may make payment to Heidi J. Parker, City of Batavia Clerk/Treasurer at City Hall, Clerk’s Office, One Batavia City Centre, Batavia, New York 14020 in the amount of all such unpaid taxes and legal charges prior to that date. You may wish to contact an attorney to protect your rights.
After November14,2025, a court will transfer the title of the property to the City of Batavia, New York by means of a court judgment.
Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please call Heidi J. Parker, City of Batavia Clerk/Treasurer at City Hall, Clerk’s Office, One Batavia City Centre, Batavia, New York 14020 at (585) 345-6305.
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MS can cost a person $30,000 to $100,000 per year, based on the severity of the disease.
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Here Are Changes People Can Make Now To Avoid Dementia Later
Q. A.
DEAR DR. ROACH: The females in my family on my mother’s side seem to develop dementia/Alzheimer’s on a fairly regular basis. It seems to become noticeable once the women are in their mid-70s or so. We girls are concerned as we head toward our elderly years and wondered which sort of diet or supplemental changes we should look into? There seems to be so many articles and opinions that it’s hard to know where to start.
On the positive side, our father’s side of the family seems healthy and robust well into their 80s and 90s. Our extended family has females ranging from their mid-30s to 71 years of age. Are we being overly concerned? Could this be a genetic thing? Any suggestions would be helpful in calming some real fears that we have. -- E.J.
ANSWER: I don’t think supplements are going to be the answer for dementia. I haven’t seen any good data to support any of the supplements I see that are touted to prevent, slow, treat or cure dementia.
I do think that diet may help slow dementia, and one of the best diets according to the studies that have been done so far remains a Mediterranean-style diet. This includes plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts and legumes, fish (especially fatty fish), limited amounts of red meat, and minimally processed foods. Alcohol is increasingly likely to be problematic, and I recommend against more than occasional alcohol use for people who want to minimize their risk of dementia.
Regular moderate exercise has a pretty clear protective effect. Although cognitive exercises like games and puzzles help improve memory short-term, it’s not clear that they are preventing or delaying the onset of dementia.
Advanced imaging, such as PET scans, are beginning to show the ability to diagnose Alzheimer’s dementia in people with early symptoms. Early treatment to attack amyloids in the brain with lecanemab or donanemab slows the progression of dementia by approximately 25% to 30%.
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I cared for my ailing mother, and even though I tried to minimize my stress, I gained a lot of weight and still have my “cortisol belly.” I need to get healthy! -- D.H.
ANSWER: Taking care of a family member is always stressful. Taking care of yourself as well is hard, and most of us aren’t able to eat, sleep, exercise, and take good care of ourselves as well as we should during a period of time when we are taking care of others. Most of us have other demands, including family and work.
A.Although I often see the term “cortisol belly,” it isn’t the slightly elevated level of stress hormones that causes the abdominal weight gain. (People who have Cushing’s syndrome develop a particular type of abdominal weight gain as a result of dramatically elevated cortisol levels, as a result of a tumor, or by taking high doses of steroids.) In your case, it’s more likely that the result of not having healthy behaviors lead to your weight gain.
Losing abdominal weight is achieved through the same ways you would lose weight anywhere. I won’t ever say it’s easy, but a combination of a healthy diet and regular exercise is going to improve your health, whether you lose a pound or not. I don’t recommend medication treatment to lose weight unless a person is very overweight (“morbidly obese” is the precise medical term) or has medical complications related to their weight.
The Erie Canal Celebrates its Bicentennial Anniversary!
BY SOPHIA KOVATCH
As the Erie Canal reaches its 200th year, celebrationsare taking place across New York in honor of this civil engineering marvel. e 338mile canal connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes, and its completion in 1825 dug the way for the growth of commerce, social movements, and westward expansion. ough the Erie Canal has evolved from a major commercial route to a recreational region, it still shapes the character of Western New York.
e bicentennial celebration kicked off in earnest this week as a replica of the Seneca Chief departed from Buffalo Maritime Center, retracing Governor DeWitt Clinton’s journey from Buffalo to New York City to celebrate the openingoftheErieCanal.Visitorscantourthe SenecaChief in Brockport on September 26, Rochester on September 27th, Pittsford and Fairport September 28-29th, Newark September 30th, Lyons, October 1st, Clyde October 2nd, Baldwinsville October 3rd, Syracuse October 4-5th, and canal towns east as the vessel makes its many stops across the state.
Even if you miss the Seneca Chief, it’s still worth spending some time by the canal. anks to Congress’s establishment of the Erie Canal National Heritage Corridor in 2000, canal waterways and towpaths are now dedicated to recreation, and visitors can sail or paddle on the canal itself, walk or bike the Canalway Trail, or visit one of the many canalside parks. e Canalway Trail is open year-round, but the water access season ends November 3.
Erie Canal commemorations can be found as far as Batavia, which has a surprising history as it relates to the canal. According to Ryan Duffy, Executive Director of the Holland Land Office Museum, one proposed route for the canal would have sent it through what is now Genesee County. e southern path was mapped by Joseph Ellicott of the Holland Land Company in Batavia, who saw the economic potential of a statewide water route for his company and the region as a whole.
e southern canal route was passed over because it posed too many engineering challenges, according to Patrick McGreevy’s book Stairway to Empire: Lockport, e Erie Canal, and e Shaping of America. Still, Ellicott remained a staunch supporter of the Erie Canal and served as one of its commissioners when construction began in 1817. e Holland Land Office Museum hosts an exhibit titled e Holland Land Company & the Erie Canal through December, where visitors learn more about Ellicott’s influence on the canal.
A er 200 years of continuous operation, the Erie Canal is still a wonder. It’s one of the longest canals in the world and New York residents and visitors take to its waters and marvel at the historic locks and li bridges each year. e bicentennial celebrations give Western New York residents a great reason to look a little closer at the canal that has
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Bicentennial Events
September 26 from 4-7p.m.: See the Seneca Chief replica as it stops in ef Brockport’s Harvester Park.
October 9 at 7 p.m.: Test your canal knowledge at Erie Canal Trivia Night at the Holland Land Office Museum, Batavia.
October 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Discover the Erie Canal’s impact on Ogden and Spencerport at Big Ditch Day at the Spencerport Depot & Canal Museum while enjoying family-friendly activities.
October 15 at 7 p.m.: Learn about the planning of the Erie Canal through Derrick Pratt’s talk The Conception of the ErieCanal,presentedbytheHollandLand Office Museum Guest Speaker Series.
November 11 at 7 p.m.: Hear a live concert of a swing-style version of Mark Hayes’ The Erie Canal by the Genesee al Valley Wind Ensemble at their Erie Canal Bicentennial Concert at the Elba Central School Auditorium.
Now through December 2025, visit The Holland Land Company & the Erie Canal exhibit at the Holland Land Office l Museum, Batavia. This exhibit dives into howJosephEllicottandtheHollandLand Company helped shape the development of the canal and Western New York.
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By Matilda Charles
Seniors and Socila Media
To know how to grow old is the master work of wisdom, and one of the most difficult chapters in the great art of living. ~ Henri Frederic Amiel
Level: Beginner
The list of scams against seniors keeps getting longer and longer. Just when we have a handle on the various types of fraud, here come new ones. But there’s one area where we do have some control: social media.
One place I’ve always been concerned about (and therefore have never joined) is the small neighborhood social media chat groups. So much gets talked about, and people generally feel safe because, after all, they’re chatting with their neighbors. But you never really know who’s watching online. And you never really know what small piece of information could be the one that puts you at risk -especially if a thief has been following the group and assembling your innocent chat as clues.
Beware what you say online. If you announce on social media that you’re about to take a vacation, that’s a clue to a thief that your house will be empty at a certain time. Or if you announce online that you’ll be joining an art class every Tuesday morning, or if you post your unlisted phone number in reply to someone’s question, etc.
Another place that’s jam-packed with information is newspaper funeral notices that are posted on social media. The “survived by” information is gold for thieves. With those names, plus the date and time of the funeral, thieves know when a house is likely to be empty. Friend requests are another source of concern with social media. Beware, and be selective. Be certain you know who you’re letting in. Never click a link in social media, or anywhere else. Just don’t. You don’t really know where it goes.
Before you take your first step into social media, be certain you know how it works. Get good advice on how to fix your privacy settings so you’re not as vulnerable.
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Leaf-peeping opportunities - Some festivals are geared around chances to view the fall foliage that abounds in primarily rural areas. A mountain or forest backdrop adds vibrant color to any event. Coastal areas may set up fall foliage cruises that let guests see the leaves from a new perspective.
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Inn: Inns usually are smaller than chain hotels, and tend to be family-owned. They offer charm and cozy appeal to guests, but that may come at the expense of in-room amenities.
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* On Oct. 3, 1981, a hunger strike by Irish nationalists at the Maze Prison in Belfast in Northern Ireland is called off after seven months and 10 deaths. Afterward, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher agreed to several of the protesters’ demands, including the right to wear civilian clothing.
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Sea Dreams By
Annette Einbinder
I sit by the sea And dream
All these dreams Come to me
On waves of Aquamarine And foam
I sit and the sand Slowly seeps And slips away
From under my feet
e glint of precious stones
Sapphire, Diamond Emerald
Blaze and flash
Before my eyes en vanish
Before my eyes
e glimmer is
Blindingly beautiful
Making my dreams
Shine
Brighter
Poem of the Week
Thank you, Mr. Adam’s, for brightening my day. My week had progressed quite badly, then your poem “gave someone that special lift.” Kudos for your heart lifting poem.
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On August 4th I tripped over some uneven pavement during my walk and took a nasty fall. A wonderful woman named Lisa stopped and drove me home .I believe I would not have been able to have walked home. I just wanted to express my gratitude. Come to find out that I had a broken wrist. Several people also stopped. So thankful that I live in a village where people truly care about one another.
Whiskey7 Warplane
A big thank you to the Geneseo Walmart, and the artist, Kelly Sheridan, for the gorgeous mural of the Whiskey7 warplane that adorns the entryway to the store...always a beautiful site to see in the air, too!
Amb,ulancc Costs
Recently I was at a meeting when the subject of ambulances came up. Someone said the ambulance is coming back to our area again. Some were not happy to hear that because of the money charged to take someone to the hospital. Someone said it cost him $250 per trip. Another said it cost him $350 per trip. Another said it cost him $500 per trip. It’s unbelievable the prices the ambulance company charges people. The sad part of all this is that they charge people money regardless of whether they can pay or not. They do not give a person a break in what they charge. No matter how poor you are, they don’t care. www.featuredmedia.com
Right in the middle of the Village
It’s honestly embarrassing how one local business can bring down the entire look of our village. The amount of junk piling up outside is completely unacceptable—right in the middle of town for everyone to see. This isn’t just an eyesore; it shows a lack of respect for the community and the people who live here. We all work hard to take pride in our homes and neighborhood—why should one business be allowed to drag the whole place down? Something needs to be done. This is not the image we want to project. It is turning into a visible junkyard, and they keep adding more. Boats, sheds, RVs, vehicles, etc.
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• UPRIGHT PIANO and BENCH. Needs tuning. Pickup is preferred in Macedon but can deliver small radius. Rebecky1073@gmail.com
• Two FISH AQUARIUMS: 20”x10”x13” and 30”x12”x13”. No lights or filters, but they do have covers. Geneseo. 585-243-5412
• 2-12”, 5 lug UTILITY TRAILER WHEELS and TIRES. Wheels are in good shape but with different pattern. Stanley. 585-752-6416
• Craftsman 10” RADIAL ARM SAW with stand, multiple blades, owner’s manual. Atlanta. Call or text 585-808-8484
• MOVING BOXES & PACKING MATERIALS: Home Depot boxes- 14 Medium + 7 Large size. Take all. Penfield. Email only. penfieldmurphys@yahoo.com
• MAGAZINES 1965-1979 – Sports Illustrated, Quarterback, Sports, Pro Football, Rochester Athletics. Babe Ruth, Ali, OJ and Montana. Fairport. 585-388-0318
• MICROWAVE in good working condition. Macedon. 315-986-1477
• LIFE VESTS for boating. Gently used. Vests are older and in good condition. Meet in Parma area, possibly deliver Greece. simonj.2025montefort@gmail.com
• CROSS STITCH MAGAZINES – dozens in good condition. Pick up Dansville. Text 585-447-3491
• BLACK WALNUT TREE. You cut down, wood is yours. Newark. tammygarrett05@gmail.com
• CHRISTMAS SHEET MUSIC. Sacred and Secular titles. Avon. 585-750-7190
• CHEST FREEZER. Heavy duty. 43” W x 27” D x 35” H. CANON COLOR PRINTER, MX330. Used with Windows 10. Pick up Webster. 585-629-2621
• Box of Assorted SMALL PLASTIC BOTTLES w/ Caps- New, Nalgene; 30ml and up, square, tall, flask, etc. Email only. Penfield. penfieldmurphys@yahoo.com
• CAR MATS - 2 sets brand new for driver and passenger side. Text 585-409-0104
• WOODEN QUILTING FRAME. Never been used. Henrietta. 585-359-2455
• WHITE CRIB. Hardly used. Henrietta. 585-359-2455
• Orange DAYLILIES. You dig. Victor. 585-742-3687
• McDonald’s HAPPY MEAL TOYS, MATCHBOX CARS, and any old WRESTLING MAGAZINES (WWE, etc.) 585-415-8513
• Star gazer seeks BEGINNER TELESCOPE. Will meet in Parma and may travel to Greece and other nearby areas. simonj.2025monntefort@gmail.com
• MOTORCYCLE for project repair. 585-734-8285
• CASSETTE TAPES - Blank, Rock, Metal, Hip Hop. Can pick up 585-991-8421
• CPAP MACHINE. stan1k1@yahoo.com
• SPORTS ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINES. No Texting. 585-377-0878
• OLD JEANS. Any size/color/condition. Also, SWEATSHIRTS. 585-297-9273
• MODEL KITS BUILT/UNBUILT - Aviation, autos, figures, ships, space, etc. Parts and pieces okay. Call 585-314-6989
• AMBER LIGHT BAR. Strobe or LED preferred. 585-450-1367
• UPRIGHT PIANO is in good condition. Unable to pick up, delivery needed. Batavia. 347-552-3860
• 12” TELEVISION SET in good working order. 585-442-6907
• ELECTRONIC PARTS, ICs, connectors, relays, switches, test equip, hobby/prototype items, repair manuals, old/obsolete/surplus. Will pick up. wanted@rochester.rr.com or 585-746-9904
• BASEBALL HAT collections for display. 585-766-8842
• MOWER DECK for 100 series John Deere mower. lannlot@rochester.rr.com
• One or two POSTS – WOOD or METAL. Anything suitable for hanging a hammock. Brittany@simplicityofhealth.com
• ROCKER/RECLINER LIFT CHAIR. 585-447-3376
• PICNIC TABLE and CHAIRS. 585-381-6546
• EXERCISE BIKE. 585-356-5190
• PERENNIALS. Looking for all kinds of perennials for community gardening project. No place too far for pickup. info@medinatriennial.org
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1.GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: e children’s novel “Black Beauty” is about what kind of animal?
2. MOVIES: Which actor narrates the 1980s film “Stand by Me”?
3. GEOGRAPHY: Which world city is home to Saint Basil’s Cathedral?
4. U.S. CITIES: Which major U.S. city sits on top of a working salt mine that has been operating since 1910?
5. LITERATURE: What is the name of the country where “ e Hunger Games” takes place?
6. MATH: How many sides does a trapezoid have?
7. ASTRONOMY: How long does it take for light from the Sun to reach Earth?
8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many legs does a lobster have?
9. TELEVISION: Which TV drama always begins with a meeting and the warning, “Let’s be careful out there”?
10. LANGUAGE: How many letters are in the English alphabet?
ANSWERS
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Private Practice in LeRoy (Genesee County) Dental Hygienist
Looking to add a part-time hygienist to our team. Flexible hours. Modern progressive, prevention-oriented office. Competitive compensation package. No nights or weekends. Salary range starting at $42/hr.
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Full-Time Technician Needed
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RN/LPN Unit Manager: 7:30am-4pm, some weekends/holidays, $7,500 sign-on bonus*. Starting at $38/hour.
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Which fall traditions in Western NY are you most looking forward to this year?
18.2% Picking fall produce at local farms
18.2% Watching football (local or national)
9.1% Visiting wineries or breweries for fall flavors
27.3% Fall foliage drives in the Finger Lakes
9.1% Local harvest festivals
18.2% Halloween events and haunted houses
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MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
• 8-10am Every other weekend
• 10pm-6am Full-time
• Occasional Evening Shi s 2-10pm
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Hostess, Wait Staff, Cooks, Dishwashers, and Prime Rib Carvers
Experience preferred but not necessary.
Hours vary per position.
Call 343-6972, email resume to red@redosier.com, or stop in.
Looking for team driven individuals with expertise in customer service.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Position Purpose: Performs troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance on various types of presses, conveyors, and other associated equipment.
Hourly Pay Range: $27.06 - $37.45
Education and Training
• High School Diploma or GED and related technical training.
• Minimum of five (5) years On the Job maintenance training and experience in a factory equipment environment.
Competitive Wages and Benefit Package including: 401k • Pension • Health Insurance • Annual Bonuses
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A strong professional network can help professionals advance their careers and help others looking to do the same.
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
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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 solvent people should begin saving 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.
OUR PRINT SHOP IS GROWING! NOW HIRING A FULL-TIME
Customer Service Representative
We are a dynamic and customer-focused printing company dedicated to delivering high-quality print and direct mail solutions. We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Customer Service Representative to join our team!
The Customer Service Representative will work with two senior Department Managers to help manage our growing print shop. This role requires strong communication skills, proficiency in learning new software systems, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure timely and accurate delivery of print jobs. The ability to multi-task and strong attention to detail is essential.
Responsibilities:
• Respond to phone calls, emails, and in-person requests.
• Monitor job statuses to ensure deadlines are met.
• Manage payment collection and schedule deliveries.
• Prepare quotes and professional proposals.
• Coordinate with our teams and vendors as needed.
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Highlight workers on social media. Social media is a significant part of modern business operations. Companies can create a Wall of Fame page that puts a weekly spotlight on a different employee who is contributing in his or her own way to the operations. Not only does this improve the morale of the team, it provides the public with a glimpse into the positive working environment of the company.
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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. Email resumes only to: Ableelec96@gmail.com No phone calls please.
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