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I step outside and the chilly air tightens the skin on my bare arms. Summer has ended all too quickly, and some of the leaves on the trees have already started to burn with the colors of fall. Fall colors.... so bright and intense and beautiful. It’s like nature is trying to fill you up with color, to saturate you so you can stockpile it before winter turns everything muted and dreary.
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By Keith Roach, M.D.
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%.
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.
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.
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Ontario County’s Historic Gateway to the Erie Canal
BY SUZIE WELLS
As New York State marks the bicentennial of the Erie Canal with celebrations at ports from Buffalo to Albany accompanying stops by the replica Seneca Chief boat, a nearby historic community is missing from the roster: Port Gibson. is hamlet, just over one square mile in size, is Ontario County’s only presence along the storied canal and holds a unique place in the region’s history.
Port Gibson’s origins trace back to Henry B. Gibson, a prominent Canandaigua banker. According to Ben Falter, Director of Education at the Ontario County Historical Society, Gibson followed the Erie Canal development story as it unfolded, and he thought it prudent and a wise business investment, for Canandaigua, the county seat and the region’s urban center, to connect into this vital new east-west trade route. Gibson established Port Gibson on the canal and opened Gibson Street off Main Street in Canandaigua to create an artery connecting the county seat to the waterway. is access ensured that Ontario County, otherwise bypassed by the canal’s route, could participate in the booming commerce the canal made possible.
During its heyday in the 19th century, Port Gibson bustled with agricultural and industrial trade. Visit Finger Lakes notes that the hamlet housed “a malt house, a planing mill, fruit drying facilities, and merchants’ warehouses,” as well as a hotel that thrived at the main intersection for decades. Farmers shipped their goods, businesses prospered, and Ontario County linked itself to markets far beyond its borders.
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e canal also spurred larger demographic and cultural changes. Falter notes that “like elsewhere in the state, the canal drove a lot of migration and immigration into the area, and Ontario County saw its first wave of Irish immigrants shortly a er the canal opening, for instance, which led to the development of the first Catholic community.”
e ripple effects extended to transportation innovations. In 1827, just two years a er the canal opened, Canandaigua Lake saw its first steamboat. Falter says that before the 1820s, there was no reliable way to ship steamboat parts to the Finger Lakes or support such enterprises even on the beautiful lakes, but the canal changed that. While evidence does not prove a definitive, direct link, he says, “I don’t think it was a coincidence, and it finally made sense.”
Port Gibson’s story also connects to bigger chapters in canal history. Peter and Augustus Porter, early Canandaigua residents in the 1790s, later purchased land near Lake Erie and helped establish Black Rock, a rival to Buffalo for the canal’s western terminus. Although Buffalo won out a er much political and economic debate (“it was a bit complicated,” Falter says), the Porter family’s Canandaigua roots tie Ontario County to that history, and Peter Porter’s former home still stands, the current Elm Manor.
ough Port Gibson no longer thrives as a commercial hub, it remains a living link to the canal’s early days. Today, the hamlet’s 300-some residents and visitors enjoy quiet canal-side views, small boat access for kayaks and canoes, and farmland stretching around its borders.
Falter reflects on the canal’s enduring role: “ e canal is an important part of our state’s history, our country’s history, and it’s a big part of why Western NY became as developed from the frontier it otherwise was. Now it also has incredible recreational value, whether people are on a boat, on the trail, or visiting any of the countless businesses along the canal.”
Even as official bicentennial events bypass Port Gibson this month, its place in Erie Canal history remains essential. It stands as Ontario County’s unique gateway to the waterway that transformed New York State, proof that even a one-square-mile hamlet can shape the fortunes and development of a region.
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Consider checking out canal bicentennial events nearby, such as visiting the replica Seneca Chief, built by Buffalo’s Maritime Center. Paying homage to the original vessel that transported Governor Dewitt Clinton on the canal’s inaugural voyage to complete the “wedding of the waters,” pouring water from Lake Erie into the Atlantic Ocean and vice versa. As the replica Seneca Chief travels east to NYC, docking at the following locations, the communities host special events. For more information, visit https://eriecanalway.org/bicentennial.
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It’s true. Far from being simply the stuff of folklore and folk tales, Appleseed (real name: John Chapman) was an American nurseryman who introduced apple trees to the Midwest, including Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois. He was also a conservationist and missionary during the earliest days of the United States.
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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.
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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.
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.
Autumn repays the earth the leaves which summer lent it.
~Georg Christoph Lichtenberg (1742–1799), translated by Norman Alliston, 1908
By Fifi Rodriguez
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?
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18.2% Picking fall produce at local farms
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9.1% Local harvest festivals
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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.
One of the easiest and most effective defenses against heat loss is proper insulation. Prevent cold drafts from entering and the loss of heated air through basement headers, which, when left exposed, can make your furnace work harder. Look for a moisture-resistant product offering high thermal performance, such as Roxul Comfortbatt insulation. This type of mineral wool insulation makes installation simple. All that’s needed is a serrated blade or bread knife. Cut the batt to fit the cavity and press into place. The insulation will help improve energy efficiency as soon as it’s in place and provide savings over the lifetime of your home. Comfortbatt can also be used to top or replace old attic insulation. Aim for an R-50 or a depth of 16 inches.
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ere will be lots of treats, a few tricks up our sleeves, and candy for the kids. Plus, a special appearance by 3 feisty Halloween favorites. But, be careful, they just might “Put a spell on you!”
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• Girl Scouts: Co-leaders for troops, resource people, businesses able to give tours. Email fniteowl33@gmail.com
• 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
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The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reports that mushrooms contain about 15 vitamins and minerals, including folate magnesium, potassium, vitamin B6, and zinc. Mushrooms also are low in calories and rich in antioxidants, which can help to lower risk for inflammation.
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It was, as I have said, a fine autumnal day; the sky was clear and serene, and nature wore that rich and golden livery which we always associate with the idea of abundance. The forests had put on their sober brown and yellow, while some trees of the tenderer kind had been nipped by the frosts into brilliant dyes of orange, purple, and scarlet.... As Ichabod jogged slowly on his way, his eye... ranged with delight over the treasures of jolly autumn.
~Washington Irving, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”
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• 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
• Light Hill: Called to care for others? Join us at Light Hill where your time and compassion can bring comfort, hope, and light to terminallyill residents and their families. Volunteers make a meaningful difference in our fellow community member’s precious final journey. Email mk@ lighthillhome.org or call 585-393-1311
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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
I cannot write of things which even impassioned breath cannot utter. Autumn is coming with its days of gold, its days of reverie and of you—oh, such delightful hours that my heart burns within me at the anticipation.
October gave a party; The leaves by hundreds came,— The Ashes, Oaks, and Maples, And leaves of every name. The sunshine spread a carpet, And every thing was grand; Miss Weather led the dancing; Professor Wind, the band.... The sight was like a rainbow New-fallen from the sky.... ~George Cooper (1840–1927), “October’s Party,” c.1887
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Make things easy for customers: Cash was once king at community festivals and marketplaces, but the convenience of plastic and even touch-less payments has long since replaced hard currency as consumers’ preferred method of payment. In fact, a recent study from Visa found that contact-less payment usage in the United States grew by 150 percent between March 2019 and March 2020. Card readers are inexpensive and easy to use. Businesses can still accept cash payments, as accepting both cash and card increases the chances of making more money.
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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Your recent column about the dog being allowed to walk onto a neighbor’s lawn to pee and poop had me wondering. Why was this dog not on a leash in the first place? Too often, I see people in my neighborhood who allow their dogs to run loose in the front yard, with no apparent barrier to them running into traffic. Too often, I see poor leash discipline, with dogs pulling far away from owners on a retractable leash -- too far for them to reel the dog back if they bound into an intersection. Can you at least tell people how to walk their dogs properly? -Gary in Atlanta, Georgia
DEAR GARY: Those are great observations. It’s not unusual to see owners who let their dogs pull ahead or wander onto lawns and into shrubbery. My guess is that most feel their pets deserve a little freedom.
But dogs need structure and routine. Halfway leash discipline creates a half-obedient dog. When you and your dog are walking, you are walking. Not playing, not exploring.
I’m all for allowing dogs to run and explore -- but the time and place are important. Running free at a dog park or in a well-fenced yard is OK. Zig-zagging all over the sidewalk and into the street ... not so much.
And as you pointed out, poor leash discipline is a huge safety issue. Owners must be able to control their dog. A sturdy, fixed leash is recommended for walking dogs of all sizes. A retractable leash is helpful at parks where dogs must be leashed but have space to safely explore. But I don’t recommend them for walking or training purposes.
Molly is a Corgi Mix. She loves belly rubs and rides in the truck.
SAFETY FIRST WHEN DRIVING WITH PETS
Do not leave pets unattended in cars. A study from the Louisiana Office of Public Health found that temperatures in a dark sedan or a light gray minivan parked on a hot, but cloudy day reached higher than 125 F in just 20 minutes. The study also found that cracking the window in such situations had little effect on the temperature inside the vehicle. On hot days, leave pets at home. Owners who must take their pets with them should never leave them in the car, as temperatures inside vehicles rise quickly, putting pets’ health in jeopardy.
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TIPS TO COPE WITH THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE
Take care of your health. Mental Health America, a community-based nonprofit committed to promoting mental health, urges individuals dealing with the loss of a loved one to take care of their own health. After losing a loved one, some people may be in danger of developing a dependence on medication or alcohol that they’re using to deal with their grief. It’s important that grieving individuals recognize that threat and the role that maintaining one’s personal health can play in the healing process. Regular contact with your physician, routine exercise and a healthy diet can promote personal health and may help individuals avoid the pitfalls of addiction after the death of a loved one.
Vern Hecker
September 17, 2025
Vern Hecker was a vibrant soul who lived life with energy,humor,and heart.On September 17,2025, at the age of 80, he passed away peacefully with his loving wife of 58 years, Linda, by his side. He was a father whose warmth extended far beyond his family. He is deeply cherished by his children – Jeff, Sherry (Dave) Kessler, and Janelle (Jason) Gutman – and his grandchildren, David (Katie) DiLoreto, Daniel DiLoreto, Ana, Owen, and Zachary Gutman. He is preceded in death by his extraordinary mother, Ruth Hecker. e eldest of seven siblings, Vern grew up in a loving family and is survived by his beloved siblings, Nancy Williams, Jim (Alice) Hecker, Carol (Joel) Strub, Amy (Ben) Schiavone, Norm (Lisa) Hecker, Lisa (Brian) Fischer, as well as nieces, nephews, and extended family – including his running and Rotary family – who adored him.He is also predeceased by his father, Glenn Hecker.
A true community builder, he was proud to be a Rotarian in the Red Jacket Rotary Club for 19 years where he served many roles including 5 years as president. He established the annual Post-Christmas Blues Run in Canandaigua, which he directed as a fundraiser for the high school running boosters club. He also co-founded the Canandaigua Sawbellies Master’s Swim Club. His passion for fitness and sport became one of his greatest gifts to others. As a running ambassador for Medved Running & Walking Outfitters, he encouraged countless runners of all levels, offering inspiration, friendship, and unwavering support including his motivational quote,“Have fun, as fast as you can.”
He was also deeply dedicated to his work and community.He committed 32 years to working as a heavy equipment operator and went on to serve an additional 16 years as theTown of Hopewell Highway Superintendent. Known for his steady hand and strong work ethic, he took pride in maintaining the roads that connected people’s lives. Just as he pounded the pavement running, he cared for the roads beneath his feet. His peers have said,“he knew the road by the soles of his feet.”
He will be remembered for his quick wit, his love of food, drink, and conversation, and for welcoming everybody as family. Whether telling stories on a long run, around a dinner table, or simply in passing, his vibrant presence and generosity touched countless lives and will live on through his family, friends, and community.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd., Fairport, NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to:
- Rotary Camp Onseyawa where his son Jeff experienced the joy of camp in his younger years: https://www.onseyawa.org/donations
- Rochester Regional Health Hospice whose compassionate care supported him and his family: https://www.rochesterregional.org/giving/ make-a-gift (select Hospice Care Fund under ‘gift designations’)
CREATE AN ENDURING MEMORIAL FOR A LOVED ONE
Plant a tree. Trees have long symbolized life and wisdom. Trees can live for dozens of years, growing larger and more vibrant with each year that passes. Planting a tree in a loved one’s name will create a beautiful respite that people can visit and enjoy. A small plaque or another type of sign can feature the name of the person being memorialized.
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FREE STUFF OFFERED FREE STUFF WANTED
• ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITANNICA BOOKS OF THE YEAR ranging from the years 1961-1989 (29 books) in boxes. Penfield. dsmith60@rochester.rr.com
• FRONT LOAD WASHER for scrap or parts. In basement, you move. Alexander. Text 585-813-2671
• 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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DID YOU KNOW?
According to Gallup’s 2021 Economy and Personal Finance survey,the average individual in the United States is retiring earlier than many people might expect. Gallup found that the average retirement age was 62, which is two years earlier than the working respondents indicated they planned to retire. Canadians are retiring a little bit later than their American counterparts, as Statistics Canada reports the average retirement age in Canada is just over 63 and a half. The average retirement age is worth noting, as studies routinely find that many working professionals greatest concern about retiring is that they won’t have enough money saved to meet their needs. By recognizing that they may end up retiring earlier than they initially planned, professionals can make a concerted effort to save more money in the years ahead.
2 Part-Time Delivery Drivers Needed
Responsible for driving System vans to transport library materials throughout Ontario, Wayne, Wyoming, and Livingston Counties, 10-12 hours a week. Must be able to li up to 45lbs and have a valid NYS Driver’s License with a safe driving record. $16.50/hr. Routes available on ursday and Saturdays. Email your resume to careers@owwl.org.
THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN A NEW JOB
Salary: Of course everyone would love to earn more money when changing jobs, but there is more to changing jobs than just improving your bottom line. As you begin your job search, consider how much you currently earn and if that allows you to live a life you love. If so, don’t overemphasize finding a new job that pays considerably more than your currently earn. On the flip side, young professionals who want to start a family in the years ahead should consider the costs associated with such a decision and how the salaries they earn at their next jobs may affect what they want down the road.
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.
To apply, send your resume and cover le er to:
Manuel Karam,
General Manager
manuelk@featuredmedia.com
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Now Hiring Drivers
Wine Tours & Airport Trips
Training provided – SUV & Sedan
We are located in Victor, NY
Earn up to $150.00 per day!
Must have good customer skills and clean MVR. We are looking for an individual who is reliable and enjoys customer service. Mail resume to: QTS, PO Box 435, Pittsford, NY 14534 or email: sales@qualitytran.com
THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN A NEW JOB
Work/life balance: Before beginning your search for a new job, think about why you want to switch careers or companies. Long hours often leads to burnout. If you’re looking for a new job because you’re burned out, try to find a job that affords you a better work/life balance. A study from the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen found that, with the curious exception of people who work more than 55 hours per week, stress rises accordingly with the numbers of hours worked each week. Keep that in mind if your goal is to find a job that affords you a better work/life balance.
West’s Shurfine Food Mart is seeking friendly, mature, reliable individual for:
ASSISTANT
PRODUCE MANAGER
Candidates must be motivated, have excellent customer service skills, be organized with attention to detail, and have a flexible schedule. Experience preferred. Apply online at
1 Main St. • Livonia No phone calls.
NETWORKING STRATEGIES FOR THE DIGITAL AGE
Embrace professional social media. Social media may not have been around the last time you looked for a job, but professional social media sites such as LinkedIn are a vital component of networking in the digital age. If you haven’t done so already, establish a LinkedIn profile so you can begin connecting with other professionals in your field.
available:
Two (2) Full-Time School Bus Drivers
Minimum of 3.75 hours per day
Minimum qualifications:
CDL A, B or C w/ P and S endorsement or CDL C w/ P endorsement and N2 restriction or Interest in paid training to obtain a CDL license
Starting pay $21.40
Health Insurance available, Sick and Personal Leave
One (1) Full-Time Bus Monitor
Minimum of 2.5 hours per day
Starting pay $15.50
Health Insurance available, Sick and Personal Leave
Substitute Bus Drivers and Monitors also available For information call Pat Elwell @ 585-374-7940
Applications found though the Ontario County websitehttps://ontario-portal.mycivilservice.com/ or at NaplesCSD Job Opportunities (https://www.naplescsd.org/districtpage.cfm?pageid=550)
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