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Refresh Your Home for Spring
Get rid of grime
A whole season’s worth of dirt and dust accumulates during the cold winter months. A deep clean inside and out can restore your home to its former glory. Inside, take time to launder all of your linens, including curtains, rugs and bedding. Move furniture to vacuum behind and below, and don’t overlook dust and dirt magnets like mirrors, light fixtures and the insides of cabinets, especially higher shelves that see infrequent use. Outdoors, hose off or power-wash surfaces like windows, siding, decks and concrete to restore a crisp, clean appearance.
LOCAL PARKS
Obey the rules. The opportunity to explore is a great reason to visit parks, but it’s important that park visitors adhere to park rules by hiking and camping in only those areas designated as hikerand camper-friendly. By veering off course, park visitors may inadvertently disturb local plant and wildlife.
I question not if thrushes sing, If roses load the air; Beyond my heart I need not reach When all is summer there. ~John Vance Cheney
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PREPARING FOR A NIGHT OUT
Charge your phone. If a night out involves hanging out in an unfamiliar location or meeting new people, then be sure that your mobile phone is fully charged and you check in with trusted emergency contacts throughout the night.
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MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel
On July 12, 1995, a heat advisory is issued in Chicago, warning of an impending record-breaking heat wave. When the heat broke a week later, nearly 1,000 people were dead in Illinois and Wisconsin. The temperature in the city hit 106 F with a heat index of 120 F.
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Nine Pines Country Store
7091 Jackson Hill Road • Newark, NY 14513 315-331-0505
Saturday, July 26th • 10am-5pm
Sunday, July 27th • Noon-5pm (Bartering on Sunday!) Brand New Merchandise
Primitive Christmas trees, Santas and Snowmen, candles, holiday ornaments, coverlets, throws and runners, garden items, braided rugs, candles & lots more! PLUS 20 vendors with antiques, vintage pieces and refurbished items, along with beautiful primitive furniture.
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Woman’s
By Keith Roach, M.D.
T-Score Continues To Worsen Amid Treatment
DEARDR.ROACH: I am an 80-year-old Asian woman. Each day, I walk 4 miles and do 30 minutes of stretching, as well as 1 hour of cardio, strength or balance exercises by following videos provided by my health insurance. Also, my brother and sister who are in their 60s and 70s have weak bones and muscles. It seems to run in my family.
In 2000, with a T-score of -1.9, I was diagnosed with osteopenia and commenced three episodes of treatment. For the first treatment, I took Fosamax in 2001, then started Actonel in 2002 for a total of six years. My T-score was -1.7. Three years later, my T-score was back to -1.9, so in 2009, for the second treatment, I restarted Actonel but switched to Boniva in February 2010 for a total of four years. My T-score was -1.4.
Then, after four more years, my T-score was -2.2. For my third treatment, I restarted Boniva and took it from 2018-2025. My T-score is now -1.4. My primary care doctor has me on a “pill vacation” for one year, and I’m awaiting further treatment until a bone density test at the end of 2025. But I fear that without treatment, my aging bones are only getting worse.
I try to eat right, stay active, and have started doing yoga pose videos that claim to strengthen my bones. Will they? Which shots or other treatments might help me avoid further deterioration of my bones? -- R.M.H.
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ANSWER: Osteoporosis is a condition of bones that predisposes someone to getting a fracture. Anyone can get osteoporosis, but white and Asian women are at the highest risk.
Treatment of osteoporosis includes lifestyle adjustments such as quitting smoking,reducing alcohol intake (if appropriate),and regular exercise.Both muscle-building and weight-bearing exercise are important. Yoga and stretching probably do have some additional benefit on top of your stamina-building (“cardio”) and strength exercises. Even though the evidence isn’t very strong, most people with osteoporosis are treated with calcium and vitamin D.
I use the FRAX score to decide whether medication therapy is indicated for a patient. In men and women who are at a high risk of fracture, medicines in the bisphosphonate class -- such as alendronate (Fosamax), risedronate (Actonel) and ibandronate (Boniva) -- are the most commonly used first-line treatments.
Bisphosphonates last for a long time in the body’s tissues. We don’t want to use them for too long since they suppress the normal amount of bone breakdown that is key to maintaining healthy bone.Treatment for too long can lead to atypical femur fractures. A “drug holiday” is a common strategy, and given how long you have taken various bisphosphonates, I wouldn’t worry too much about the year off.
You have had less of a response than most of my patients have had to bisphosphonates, and many experts would change the class of drugs if you remain at a high risk via your FRAX score. Should you need further treatment, a different type of medicine like teriparatide (Forteo) or romosozumab (Evenity) might be considered. At this point, you should be seeing an expert such as an endocrinologist who specializes in the treatment of osteoporosis.
Finally, although celiac disease has been thought to be less common in Asians, it often leads to poor absorption and osteoporosis, so it’s worth considering a test. Symptoms of celiac disease can be very subtle.
Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:00am 15 Hall Road, Cayuta, NY 14824
Restored & Custom Classic Vehicles: 1935 Dodge, 3.50 Chevy turbo transmission, rat rod; 1951 Willy’s Jeep pickup, 1985 blazer chassis, 350 Chevy turbo transmission; 1969 Chevy Blazer, custom rod, 350 turbo transmission; 1968 Chevy custom pickup, custom extended cab, 350 truck 4-speed transmission; 1968 GMC custom pickup, dually bed, 350 truck 4-speed transmission; Other Vehicles: 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, runs good, 153,000 miles; 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport, runs good, 233,000 miles; 1957 Chevy, 2-door sedan, restoration project; Also lots of shop tools, misc. auto parts & restoration projects! Go to DannAuctioneers.com for the full listing and photos! Terms: ID for bidder number. No buyer’s premium for cash or honorable check. Credit cards accepted with 3% fee.
Other Upcoming Auctions: Wednesday, 8/6 at 10:00am - Pageant of Steam Consignment Auction, 3349 Gehan Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Now accepting consignments of any make/model, including antique & modern farm and construction equipment, steam & gas engines, signs, toys, literature, tools, lawn & garden and memorabilia! Let us know what you are selling so that we can advertise your items! Email dannauctioneers@gmail.com or call 585-233-9570.
Transforming the ‘Old’ into a Better ‘New’ Turn old or discarded furniture, cabinets and doors into fresh new creations through “upcycling” -- high-end “recycling” that reduces trash at landfills by refurbishing or repurposing existing pieces, often enhancing the value.
Doors and more: Solid wood doors make great tops for tables and kitchen islands, old-fashioned screen doors hung from the ceiling can store pots and pans, and old windows make attractive wall hangings used “as is” or with additions, such as photos.
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FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE INVESTING IN REAL ESTATE
To flip or not to flip: Flipping properties gained popularity in the second decade of this century, but figures from the property database curator ATTOM Data Solutions indicates that returns on investments in flipped properties declined for the third straight year in 2020. Though flipping can still yield a strong return, investors may not realize the returns on flipped properties that they might have realized as recently as five years ago. Potential investors should conduct some research regarding real estate market trends, including flipping data where available, to make the most informed decision possible.
FOR FAITH and WORSHIP
EPISCOPAL
Zion Episcopal Church
120 East Main Street, Palmyra 315-597-9236 • www.zionepiscopalpalmyra.org
Sunday Mornings at 10am: Holy Eucharist with Music All are ALWAYS welcome!
St. John's Episcopal Church
183 N. Main Street • Canandaigua, NY 14424 585-394-4818
Sunday: Holy Eucharist, Rite II, 10AM Website: https://www.stjohnscanandaigua.org e Reverend Dr. Richard Laribee, Interim Rector
LUTHERAN
Sunday 9am Services in person and streamed on Facebook Live (facebook.com/stmarkmendon)
List your place of Worship on our monthly Worship Pages. Call 226-8111 today. www.stmarkmendon.org
METHODIST
Vine Valley Methodist Church
6370 Vine Valley Road, Middlesex
585-554-0402
Pastor J. Lanni
Sunday Worship – 9:15am
Honeoye Falls United Methodist Church
31 East Street, Honeoye Falls • 585-624-3387
honeoyefallsumc.org • office.hfumc@gmail.com
Pastor Natalie Bowerman • PastorNatalie4@gmail.com
Sunday Service is held in person at 10:30am and available on Facebook Live at https://www.facebook.com/HoneoyeFallsUMC. All are welcome to join us!
Newark First UMC/Emmanuel UMC
301. S. Main Street, P.O. Box 189, Newark, NY 14513
Office: 315.331.3895 • E-mail: NewarkFUMC@gmail.com
Website: NewarkFirstUMC.org
Worship: Sunday mornings @ 10 a.m. in person and Online @ Facebook.com/Newark1FUMC
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Pastor John Karle
Sunday School 9:30am • Service 10:30am Wednesday Evening Prayer 6pm
ORTHODOX
100 Stanford Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 • 585-224-0554
Archpriest Gregory Naumenko, Rector • A ROCOR Parish
Serving all English and Russian Speaking Orthodox Christians
Full schedule of services and live service streaming at www.pomog.org
By reading the scriptures I am so renewed that all nature seems renewed around me and with me. The sky seems to be a pure, a cooler blue, the trees a deeper green. The whole world is charged with the glory of God and I feel fire and music under my feet. ~Thomas Merton
THE PENNY TEST
Before your next road trip, check your tire tread using a simple penny. Insert it into the groove with Lincoln’s head down. If you can see the top of his head, it’s time for new tires. Good tread helps with traction, especially on rainy summer roads when hydroplaning becomes a risk.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing Foundation, Inc., a notfor-profit regional housing group, hereby announces its intent to apply for up to half of the state allocation from the Rural Development Home Preservation Grant Program. Grant funds will be used to moderately rehabilitate single family dwellings owned by very low-income households. e program will be administered in Allegany, Cayuga, Livingston, Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing Foundation, Inc. welcomes the public’s input and comment. A work plan can be found by calling (585) 461-4263.
Embrace strategic landscaping. The landscaping outside of a home can contribute to cooler climates inside the home. Deciduous trees shed their leaves annually, and when planted on the western and southern sides of a home, these trees can block the sun from entering the home during the hottest times of day, reducing the need to lower the thermostat on air conditioners. Of course, when these trees shed their leaves in late fall, sunlight can then make its way into the home, potentially reducing heating costs.
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Not prepping the food: The French culinary term for preparing to cook is “mise en place.” This is especially important when grilling, as cooks must deal with faster cooking times than they would otherwise encounter when cooking meals in the stove.
ITEMS TO AVOID WHEN COMPOSTING
• Black walnut tree leaves or twigs: Leaves or twigs from black walnut release substances that might prove harmful to plants.
• Coal or charcoal ash: Coal or ash from charcoal, such as the ash that builds up in the bottom of charcoal grills, may contain substances that are harmful.
• Dairy products: When added to compost piles, dairy products, including butter, milk, sour cream, yogurt and eggs, can be malodorous and may attract pests, including rodents and flies.
• Diseased or insect-ridden plants: The diseases and insects that plague plants may survive being transferred to compost piles. When the compost is ultimately distributed, these diseases and insects might then plague other plants.
• Fats, grease, lard, or oils: Fats, grease, lard or oils also may attract rodents and flies, and that might be due to the unpleasant odors such substances can produce when added to compost piles.
• Meat or fish bones and scraps: Like fats, grease, lard or oils, scraps from meat and fish and fish bones can smell unpleasant, potentially attracting rodents and flies.
• Pet waste: Pet waste, including soiled cat litter, may contain parasites, bacteria, germs, pathogens, and viruses that can be harmful.
• Grass trimmings treated with chemical pesticides: Trimmings from grass that was treated with chemical pesticides can negate the effects of composting by killing beneficial organisms produced within compost piles or bins.
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Special thanks to the Volunteers of Avon Fire Department for the quick response and willingness to pump water out of our basement during the flash floods. Your help was greatly appreciated.
- Joe Montesano & Justin Kraft
Recently, I received two blood transfusions provided by the American Red Cross. As a retired Red Cross Apheresis nurse, I was so proud and grateful for the compassionate two people who took time out of their day to donate this precious liquid gold. Until the need is there, we don’t often think about donating. Please, if you can, call the Red Cross and ask if you are eligible to give this great gift.
Co liment Made My Day
To the (much) younger man who complimented me today at Walmart, telling me I’m beautiful, you absolutely made my day! I don’t often receive those kinds of compliments, aside from my husband, which is why I awkwardly mumbled a thank you and hurried away, lol, but your words were very sweet. Somebody raised you well.
Cigare e Bu s
It’s always so sad to see people just throwing their cigarette butts down on the ground, especially if there’s somewhere to dispose of them close by. It makes the surrounding property look terrible and unkept. You would think people in their area of where they live would want to keep it clean. Perhaps you live like that, but others don’t want to, they choose clean areas.
Travelers on [local road], PLEASE obey the 35mph speed limit. This is the worst year ever with very few vehicles going the correct speed. It’s a nice neighborhood where people walk little ones in strollers and with their dogs. They should be able to do this safely and there are no sidewalks so they are on the roadside. Thank you to those who drive the posted speed limit.
Grocery Carts
Stop being lazy! Return your grocery cart to the store or those cart stalls. We sat there watching a lady put her groceries in her car. We bet she was going to leave it. She sure did. Having kids is no excuse either. If you can walk to get a cart, you can return it and walk back. Just laziness!
SENIOR NEWS LINE
By Matilda Charles
Planning for aging in place
Are you in your last home and plan to age in place where you are? Or is there at least one more abode in your future?
A recent study concluded that 84% of seniors plan to stay in their home for the rest of their lives. Planning (and hoping) doesn’t make it definite, of course. Of those who plan to stay, only a quarter have moved to a place that’s actually age-friendly, and a third of respondents have made age-related modifications to their home. Over a third say they’ll need to make modifications and that cost would be a barrier to making it happen.
And what is it people are doing to turn their homes into places where they can stay as they age? First-floor bedrooms are high on the list, allowing seniors to avoid stairs. Ramps at the outside door are another way to avoid stairs. Grab bars in showers, as well as walkin showers, are also high on the list, as well as improved lighting, non-slip flooring and doorways wide enough for wheelchairs.
Those who don’t have those things in their homes want them, of course.
The physical home and any needed modifications are not the only considerations about whether seniors can age in place where they are. The community itself is important, with opportunities for new connections and maintaining the ones they already have, resources for support services they might need in the future, transportation to stores and doctors and easy access to family and friends. If you want to start planning for your own aging in place, there are many resources for assistance, such as AARP’s checklist (www.aarp.org/home-living/aging-in-place-checklist). The key is to begin early in making your home safe and comfortable for the future, especially if finances are going to be a consideration for large remodeling projects.
ese two play together like best friends. Arthur acts like he’s part dog. ey keep me company and help to make my life fun and enjoyable!
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By Sam Mazotta
On road trips, pet safety, comfort are premiums
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My girlfriend and I are traveling across the country to a relative’s wedding in about six weeks.We decided to make it a road trip so that we can bring along our two small dogs, “Jeannie” and “Peppy.” Jeannie loves traveling by car, but Peppy gets anxious even on short trips. What’s your advice for keeping him calm? Will hotels allow the dogs in? -- Carol and Ginny in Philadelphia
DEAR CAROL & GINNY: A road trip with a dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. But planning ahead of time for your dog’s comfort and safety is really important.
Collaborate with the veterinarian as you prepare -- they can recommend specific training, calm-down techniques and prescribe antianxiety medication as well.
Desensitization and counterconditioning may help. It takes consistent daily training, and could take longer than you have before the upcoming trip. Start outside the car with Peppy on a leash. The moment he shows stressed behaviors (yawning, lip licking, barking, pulling away) pause or back away until he relaxes again. Then, using lots of praise, move toward the car. Ideally, you’ll get closer each session until you finally climb into the back seat with Peppy and sit together for a short period. Here’s a link with more details on this training method: www.preventivevet.com/dogs/preventing-travelanxiety-and-carsickness-in-dogs
Meantime, plan your driving route. The major booking apps now have a “pet-friendly” filter setting so you can locate accommodating hotels and reserve rooms. You’ll also want to mark rest stops along the highways and set a timer (every two hours or so) to stop and stretch. Lastly, make sure to include the dogs’ medications, food, toys, leashes and medical records in your packing list, and have them wear their collars with vaccination tag and ID tag in case you’re separated.
There’s so much happening at your local libraries!
Allens Hill Free Library
3818 County Road 40, Bloomfield 585-229-5636 • Tu & W 3-6; F 3-8; Sa 1-4 allenshilllibrarydirector@owwl.org owwl.org/library/allenshill
Bristol Library
6750 County Rd. #32, Bristol 585-229-5862 • thebristollibrary.com BristolLibraryDirector@owwl.org
M, W & Th 3-7; Tu & Sa 10-2
Gorham Free Library
2664 Main St., Gorham • 585-526-6655
M & F 12–6; Tu & Th 2–8; W 9–5; Sa 9–1; Su 2–4 GorhamLibraryDirector@owwl.org
Honeoye Public Library
8708 Main St., Honeoye 585-229-5020 • M 12-6; Tu & Th 2-8; W 10-4; Sa 9-1; F & Su Closed Middlesex Public Library
1216 Main St., Middlesex
585-554-6945 ext. 7 • M, W, F 3-8; Sa 10-3; Tu, Th, Su Closed • middlesexlib.stls.org
Naples Library
118 S. Main St., Naples • 585-374-2757
M, W, F 10-6; Tu & Th 10-7; Sa 10-2; Su Closed Red Jacket Com. Library
89 S. Main St., Manchester • Su & M Closed; Tu & W 11-8; Th & F 10-5; Sa 10-2
Wood Library
134 North Main St., Canandaigua 585-394-1381 • woodlibrary@owwl.org www.woodlibrary.org
M-Th 9-9; F 9-6; Sa 10-5
REASONS TO SHOP FARMERS’ MARKETS
A farmers’ market can be an exciting and flavorful social gathering place for families and groups of friends, as well as a great place to meet other members of the community. Sometimes farmers also mingle with local artisans, so the market can be a one-stop-shopping locale for locally produced food and art.
ACommunityBreakfast is held on4thSaturdaysfrom9-11am.All arewelcomeforfoodandfellowship.Afreewillofferingis accepted.EastBloomfieldUnited MethodistChurchat2ParkPlacein Bloomfield.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration notes that small businesses make up 99.7 percent of all employers in the United States. Percentages are similar in Canada, where BDC, a bank devoted exclusively to entrepreneurs, notes that 99.8 percent of businesses employ fewer than 499 workers.
PulledPorkDinner- Fundraiser for VineValleyMethodistChurch. PulledPorkDinnerincludingbeans, macaronisalad,coleslawanddessert.Takeoutsavailable.HeldJuly 19,4-7pm,VineValleyCommunity House,6370VineValleyRd, Middlesex.$15pp,Kidsunder10 $5.
It was June, and the world smelled of roses. The sunshine was like powdered gold over the grassy hillside. ~Maud Hart Lovelace, Betsy-Tacy and Tib, 1941
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* On July 13, 1930, France defeats Mexico 4-1 and the U.S. blanks Belgium 3-0 in the first-ever World Cup football matches, played in Montevideo, Uruguay. The World Cup has since become the world’s most-watched sporting event.
PERFORMANCES at HONEOYE LAKE 2025
Friday, July 11th • 7-9pm
Rhythm Dogs
Friday, July 18th • 7-9pm
Bob’s Brothers Band
Friday, July 25th • 7-9pm Black Water
Friday, August 1st • 7-9pm Warren Paul
Friday, August 8th • 7-9pm Lyin’ Eyes Friday, August 15th • 7-9pm Honeoye Lake Community Band Friday, August 22nd • 7-9pm Roco Sole
Friday, August 29th • 7-9pm Sam Nitch
Presented by HONEOYE LAKE ROTARY CLUB & HONEOYE PUBLIC LIBRARY
All performances are free and open to the public at Gazebo on Main St. (Rte. 20A) Rain Location- Honeoye Central School Auditorium- Entrance on Allens Hill Rd
And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer. ~F. Scott Fitzgerald
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Lifelong Derby Competitor Finally Makes Big Win at the National Lake Trout Derby
BY KATRINA M. RANDALL
In the 30-something years that Josh Westervelt has been competing in the NationalLakeTroutDerby,he’sneverwon. at all changed this past Memorial Day Weekend, when the Romulus resident, accompanied by his two sons, Blake, 11, and Ethan, 13, caught an 11.76-pound lake trout and won the competition for the first time. e boys were as excited as theirdadandranaroundcheeringthebig win.
is year marked the 61st National Lake Trout Derby on Seneca Lake. Despite the chill and rain, Westervelt says it was an “awesome” experience spending time with his boys and winning with them (and winning not only came with a title; it came with a grand prize of $7,500).
Longtime Geneva resident Colin Morehouse ran the derby for more than 50 years, but he passed away several years ago at the age of 92. Along with several others, Bob Stiver, the derby president, took over running the derby, hosting it from Stivers Seneca
roughout each day of the derby, fishers could be seen coming off the lake, some with their catch in coolers or on ice, while others brought them in live to be weighed. Live updates through the website and Facebook reduced some excess fish submissions, as some hopefuls would bring in two-pounders, notes Casey Peebles, who oversees marketing and administration for the derby. Now they can check “Big Fish Alert” updates in real-time and decide whether their fish is a contender before they bring it in. Winning fish are put on a display cooler at the Stivers Seneca Marine for the weekend. Registering for the derby meant you get to fish for three days, starting Saturday morning and ending Monday at noon. With Seneca Lake known as the “Lake Trout Capital of the World,” fishers can catch lake trout, rainbow trout, brown trout, and landlocked salmon and bring them in to be weighed.
Although Westervelt took the top prize, the derby gave out $23,500 in total cash prizes, with the second biggest trout winner taking $2,500 home, and different divisions taking cash prizes as well.
According to Peebles, Westervelt sat on the derby board about four years ago. “So, it was nice to see him win the prize because he’s been involved with keeping the derby going,” she says.
is year, the board was also impressed with the number of kids who signed up, as they have seen that number steadily drop every year. Peebles says, “For the very first day of the derby, we had a 12-year-old kid bring in a 9.3-pound lake trout. He rode the winning board until Sunday morning. And he made first place
Despite the cold, rainy weather, the fishing was still good. ey had 561 registrants this year, which Peebles says is a relatively average number. “We’ve had a decline in registrants, and we don’t know if it’s because our fishermen are aging out or people aren’t fishing anymore. Last year, I think we had 621.”
But passionate fishermen like Westervelt are the type of people who will keep the tradition alive by passing on the love of the sport to their children. And Peebles says that’s really what the derby is about, saying, “A lot of our fishermen take their grandkids or kids out fishing. You see the kids cheering on their grandfather or dad winning the fish.”
“A lot of our fishermen take their grandkids or kids out fishing. You see the kids cheering on their grandfather or dad winning the fish.”
CASEY PEEBLES
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COLIN MOREHOUSE RAN THE DERBY FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS
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• STYROFOAM PIECES: 1” thick.Various sizes. 10” square to larger. Clean. Must take all. Avon. 585-226-3073
• Approximately 100’x36” black CONTRACTOR SILT FENCE. Penfield.Text 585-746-1798
• Many good TIRES, sizes from 14“ TO 17“ (Some like New !) Henrietta. 585-272-7830
• Foreman Electric INDOOR/OUTDOOR GRILL on a pedestal. Never used. Comes off pedestal to bring inside.With manual and cover. jclare01@rochester.rr.com
• Sharp Room AIR CONDITIONER in working condition. Instruction booklet and remote. Pick up in Honeoye. mel5450@hotmail.com
• Large mauve, vinyl ELECTRIC RECLINING CHAIR. Paid $600 in 2018. Has some wear on vinyl. Near Wadsworth Grill 585-245-8234
• TIGER LILIES & ROSE OF SHARON. 315-584-3626
• 5’ tall UPRIGHT FREEZER.Victor. 585-398-7041
• ANTIQUE CHILDREN’S CART. Penfield. 585-264-1068
• Panasonic ELECTRONIC WORD PROCESSOR. Fairport. 585-425-1925
• LOFT BED and a SINGLE BED. 315-879-8831
• Approximately 5 cubic yards of SAND. Clean, filtered, never used. Pick up,Avon. mjcsmc1@gmail.com
• West Bend 12-42 cup COFFEE MAKER. Great condition.West Batavia. 1wilcox.mj@gmail.com
• RECLINER.Wadsworth. 585-245-8234
• Two burner propane Master Cook GRILL.Webster. 585-727-5882
• Drop in BEDLINER, 2022 F250 6-3/4’ bed. Lima. bzontap@yahoo.com
• Two 45-gallon Rubbermaid TRASH CONTAINERS, one with cover. Pick up, Batavia. dlbivt2@yahoo.com
• LOVESEAT with slipcover and 2 upholstered HIGH BACK and WINGBACK CHAIRS. Excellent condition. Fairport. 585-200-2009
• 14 small JAM JARS with lids (mostly Bonne Maman). Ionia. 595-624-7998
• PACK-N-PLAY or small PLAYPEN in good condition. 585-392-0099
• Any broken/not running DEHUMIDIFIERS, looking for parts units. 585-370-0613
• Grass and weed STRING TRIMMER. Handheld electric or battery. 585-503-7938.
• Looking for a working ELECTRIC WASHER AND DRYER. 585-704-1624
• SCREEN DOOR for 35”x80” door. 585-554-6747
• ATV or DIRT BIKE. Gas powered, running or not. Call or text Matt at 315-576-1278
• TRUMPET for budding musician.Text 585-820-8018
• Four 26-inch BICYCLE RIMS for garden project.Just need rims, not tires or tubes. holdfort@rochester.rr.com
• LARGE ROCKS (7” and larger across. May need delivery). Lakeville. Call/text 585-649-8706
• FIREWOOD, half face cord, seasoned hardwood. 585-503-7938
• VINYL RECORDS 40s/50s. 585-503-0584
• Rock and metal CASSETTE TAPES and CDs.Able to pick up. (585) 991- 8421
• GUITARS or STRINGED INSTRUMENTS. 585-531-2316
• American Red Cross T-SHIRTS.Any size, color, design, condition, etc. brittany@simplicityofhealth.com
• 78” x 35 3/4” WOODEN DOOR. cdat1963@verizon.net
• Small, motorized PUSH LAWN MOWER. Call or text 585-747-2075
• VINYL RECORDS and old GUITARS playable or in need of repair. 303-503-5531
• 60” GATE.Any material would be fine. cdat1963@verizon.net
• TABLE, card or 4ft foldable.Artist’s easel, stand up or tabletop. MACRAME TOOLS and supplies, painting supplies, clay tools, silicone molds. Email or message tlfallon1027@gmail.com or 585-705-1259
• ATTENTION: Cosmetologists and Estheticians. Looking for Milady 14th Edition and Esthetics edition. Email or message tlfallon1027@gmail.com or 585-705-1259
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