Westside News WEST Edition – April 7, 2024

Profiles in policing: Investigator Tyler Dawson, Brockport Police Department

The first in an occasional series focusing on the officers of the BPD, their jobs, their stories, and their thoughts on policing.

it, and pursue a high level of investigation. “You can’t scratch this just being on the road,” Tyler commented. “The radio dictates everything when

What about the danger of the work? I asked. “Yes, it’s dangerous,” he said, “but you know the potential. The mind stuff. You are prepared. Your body won’t go where the mind has not gone

I was surprised at his answer when I asked what was the most important skill he gained from the Drug Task Force. Without hesitation, he said, “How to write a search warrant.” He now writes most of the search warrants for the BPD.

I asked about the warrants. I wanted to see one and have him tell me about it. Instead, he fanned out six multi-page warrants and an affidavit from 2019 on the table before us. This was the paperwork he needed to complete one undercover drug deal – a whole day’s worth of preparation. The

three long ladders braced against my next-door neighbor’s Norway maple tree. Tyler was working overtime that night when a pedestrian stopped him and pointed to a baby raccoon up in the tree with a peanut butter jar stuck on its head. Tyler had

Today, you’ll find him on the afternoon shift (third platoon, 2 to 10 p.m.) along with Officer Sime (K9 Handler), Officer Vadas (DRE – Drug Recognition Expert), and Sargeant Hagen. When I interviewed him, he was on light desk duty, recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in training. He was dressed in a suit and tie and coiffed very differently than an undercover drug agent. A shiny, imposing investigator badge encircled his neck.

climbed into the tree canopy, but the raccoon ascended out of reach, and the impromptu animal rescue squad was forced to disperse. The raccoon was located the following day, across the canal and under a car. A DEC officer was summoned; he grabbed the little critter, freeing him from his peanut butter helmet, which he had licked clean. “My first failed investigation,” Investigator

Morelle recognizes local Vietnam veterans in Chili

On April 1, Congressman Joe Morelle recognized local Vietnam Veterans by presenting them with the Vietnam War Commemoration Lapel pin in honor of their service.

“Just after Vietnam Veterans Day, I have the extraordinary privilege of presenting local veterans of the Vietnam War with lapel pins as a lasting memento of our country’s enduring gratitude,” said Congressman Joe Morelle. “Vietnam Veterans Day is a time to recognize the men and women who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home from service. I hope that these pins serve as a constant reminder to our selfless veterans that we will never forget their service, sacrifice, and heroism.”

“I am honored to represent the Town of Chili who stand in solidarity with our residents to honor those who bravely served in the Vietnam War,” said Chili Town Supervisor David Dunning. “Though we cannot fix the past, we can certainly assure all who served are treated with respect and honor for the sacrifice made.”

BUM Players world premiere comedy geared for family fun

Local community-theater troupe, the BUM p layers, are currently gearing up for their annual desserttheater comedy. As always, this play will be performed in the Brockport United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, with performances on April 19, 20, 26, and 27 at 7 p.m. each night. And, of course, donated desserts and beverages will be available during intermission and are included in the ticket cost. Through a special longstanding partnership, these desserts will be served by members of the Kiwanis Club of Brockport, which also serves as a co-sponsor.

The BUM players are excited about this upcoming show, since it will be a true World premiere showing of the fifth full-length comedy script in a row written by a BUM players member. This one, entitled One More Time, is written and copyrighted by long-time member and founder Gary “Turk” Thomas, following up on the success of last year’s Lake Effect Blues.

This play is set in the fictitious town of plain Bluff, Nebraska, in a senior-living facility. Mary Smith (Marcy Miceli) and pat reston (Steve richardson) are both residents there and are both retired super-heroes whose powers have faded with age. Because of mental and physical changes, neither recalls their shared past. Eventually, a new resident moves in, Jim Marx (Turk Thomas),

who happens to be a super-villain against whom the others fought on more than one occasion. His powers have also faded over time. When an existential crisis threatens the village, the three are forced to join forces to stop the threat after undercover FBI agent Stu Blass (paul Kimball) leaks their individual secrets to the others. With failing powers, they manage to bumble through, eventually quelling the threat after young Molly Blass (Carla Mesler), a volunteer at the home, discovers powers of her own. After accidentally saving the day, she is still cautioned by Stu and the others to stay out of the superhero business and simply lead a safe and normal existence. Full of hi-jinx and gags, the fun will certainly spill over into the performances.

The play will be directed by playwright Turk Thomas, with Quincy Maxfield in the role as Assistant Director/Stage Manager. Serving as Co-Technical Directors are Thomas and richardson.

Tickets are available in the Church Office from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays, or at the door on show nghts. Tickets may also be reserved by phoning the Church Office at 637-4240 or by calling 261-7381.

Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 seniors (age 65+, and $25 per onefamily household. All are welcome for a night of laughter and fun. provided information and photo

“As we continue to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, Chapter 20 would like to thank Congressman Morelle and his staff for taking time to recognize the service and sacrifice of our members,” said president of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 20 Charles Klauck.

Congressman Morelle is a member of The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration—a national 50th anniversary commemoration, authorized by Congress. The Vietnam War Commemoration lapel pins are awarded to veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975.

Honorees are from the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 20:

•Kenneth Allocco, U.S. Air Force

•William Auble, U.S. Marine Corps

•David Calabro, U.S. Army

•George Cooper II, U.S. Army

•Lane Corson, U.S. Navy

•Lynn Gursslin, U.S. Army

•James Lamy, U.S. Navy

•Lee Loomis, U.S. Army

•richard McKnight, U.S. Army

•raymond Melens, U.S. Marine Corps

•richard Oleksyn, U.S. Army

•Samuel Otto, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps

•Stanley patykiewicz, U.S. Marine Corps

•richard pearce, U.S. Army

•Joseph peck, Jr., U.S. Army

•Thomas puff, U.S. Air Force

•Michael riley, U.S. Army

•Michael Sanfilippo, U.S. Army

•William Schrader, U.S. Army

•Larry Strassner, U.S. Marine Corps

•Dale Webster, U.S. Army. provided information

Embark on a melodic journey to happily ever after

Enter the enchanted world of The Fairytale Gala, a free community concert devoted to the magical movie music of charming princes and princesses, on Saturday, April 13, in the Glazer Music performance Center’s Beston Hall on the Nazareth University campus, 4245 East Avenue, rochester. The concert will showcase a series of fairy tale themed musical selections played by Nazareth School of Music students and rOCmusic, a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing music education to the children of rochester. Doors open at 2 p.m. for the 2:30 p.m. concert.

Conceived of and directed by McKayla Jenkins, The Fairytale Gala started out, once upon a time, as her senior project to explore the connection behind music and emotion.

“Fairy tale movies and the accompanying music have always instilled me with a sense of nostalgia and warmth,” she said recently. “When I feel stressed, I listen to a Disney soundtrack. It reminds me of the happy times of my childhood.” It is the hope of the performers to instill this same sense of happiness in the audience.

The Gala evolved and expanded, and is now a fundraising event for rOCmusic, which will feature three ensembles composed of rOCmusic students in addition to Nazareth University music groups. The concert will feature over 80 musicians – including a choir, a wind ensemble, a rock ensemble, a jazz ensemble, several small eclectic groups, a brass

ensemble, a percussion ensemble, and a string ensemble – and more than 20 well-known musical numbers from popular movies. The show will contain several interactive portions including an exciting sing-along finale to cap off the afternoon. All participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite fairy tale character.

All donated proceeds from the event will go directly to help rOCmusic fund its mission of providing musical opportunities to local children.

“Our mission at rOCmusic is to leverage the collective resources of rochester’s major cultural organizations, educational institutions, and governmental agencies to provide exceptional music education and performance experiences for youth in rochester,” noted its director, rachel Mills. The Fairytale Gala will serve as a fundraiser and a performance experience for rOCmusic students who will perform alongside the collegiate musicians.

“This is a family-friendly event open to anyone who wishes to spend an afternoon making music with others,” added Jenkins.

American Sign Language interpreters will be present and accessible seating is available. The concert is completely free and open to the public. patrons are asked to secure tickets by visiting sites.google.com/mail.naz.edu/fairytale-gala or at Eventbrite.com. They will also be available at the door.

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Cast of One More Time: front – Steve Richardson; back (l-r) – Paul Kimball, Carla Mesler, Marcy Miceli, and Turk Thomas.

Photo from @RepJoeMorelle on X

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Profiles in policing: Investigator Tyler Dawson, Brockport Police Department

The first in an occasional series focusing on the officers of the BPD, their jobs, their stories, and their thoughts on policing.

by Margay Blackman, Brockport Village Mayor

Tyler Dawson is a 36-year-old Brockport police officer. Born and raised in the Rochester area, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Roberts Wesleyan and is married with three young children. Before joining the BPD in 2012, he was an EMT with Gates Ambulance, a volunteer firefighter in Brockport, and a part-time police officer with the Holley Police Department.

My first encounter with Officer Dawson’s police skills was several years ago when I was locked out of the Mayor’s office at the old village hall. He had come in the back door as I was unsuccessfully rattling around in my briefcase for my keys. “Locked out?” he asked, “Got a credit card?” I pulled out my Visa card and handed it to him. He slid it between the door and the door jamb, releasing the spring latch, turned the doorknob, and I was in, impressed.

In April 2019, I had another memorable encounter with Officer Dawson, this time at the police department. It was Scholars Day at SUNY Brockport, a big off-campus party day for those not participating in the academic sessions on campus. I had come by the department for an afternoon “ridealong” on patrol. While waiting, I spotted a tall, scruffy-looking young man standing outside the police station, drinking a soda and chatting with one of the other officers. I couldn’t help but notice his unkempt, long black hair and beard, grease-stained pants, and equally greasy jacket bearing the logo of a car repair shop in another municipality. “Who is this character hanging out at the BPD, and what is he doing here,” I wondered. “You don’t recognize Tyler,” another officer teased. No, I certainly did not. He was working at the time, on loan, so to speak, to The Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team (GRANET) as an undercover agent.

Today, you’ll find him on the afternoon shift (third platoon, 2 to 10 p.m.) along with Officer Sime (K9 Handler), Officer Vadas (DRE – Drug Recognition Expert), and Sargeant Hagen. When I interviewed him, he was on light desk duty, recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in training. He was dressed in a suit and tie and coiffed very differently than an undercover drug agent. A shiny, imposing investigator badge encircled his neck.

You can’t help smiling when you talk to Investigator Dawson. He has a hearty laugh and a good sense of humor. He’s an enthusiastic conversationalist and thoughtful instructor in the mysteries of police work. Most of all, he loves his job as an investigator, which Chief Cuzzupoli appointed him to three years ago. “Best job in the world,” he says emphatically.

We began with his work with the drug task force. Chief Cuzzupoli appointed him to the Narcotics Enforcement Team in 2019, and he served 19 months. The usual term is three years, but he was needed back in Brockport. If the opportunity arose, he said, “I would go back in a heartbeat.”

Rochester is a drug hub that distributes to small communities. For dealers from Rochester, Brockport and other small satellite communities are safer areas in which to do their business. What he learned in Rochester, Officer Dawson could use on local targets. And there are some.

It takes a team to do undercover work. Cooperation and confidentiality are key. Officer Dawson worked with a team of five individuals from various regional law enforcement agencies. He sees a real advantage to Drug Task Force work. Getting to know people during an investigation is much more effective than just buying undercover drugs off the street or taking drugs found during a traffic stop. On the task force, you have time to focus on one aspect of law enforcement, infiltrate it, and pursue a high level of investigation. “You can’t scratch this just being on the road,” Tyler commented. “The radio dictates everything when you’re on the road.”

What about the danger of the work? I asked. “Yes, it’s dangerous,” he said, “but you know the potential. The mind stuff. You are prepared. Your body won’t go where the mind has not gone before.”

I was surprised at his answer when I asked what was the most important skill he gained from the Drug Task Force. Without hesitation, he said, “How to write a search warrant.” He now writes most of the search warrants for the BPD.

I asked about the warrants. I wanted to see one and have him tell me about it. Instead, he fanned out six multi-page warrants and an affidavit from 2019 on the table before us. This was the paperwork he needed to complete one undercover drug deal – a whole day’s worth of preparation. The

affidavit goes to the judge, who signs it along with the warrants. The affidavit tells the judge what the Affiant (the undercover agent in this case) is going to do and that he has probable cause to do it. It summarizes the warrants. Additionally, before you even do the warrant, a multi-page operations plan has to be prepared, which needs to be approved by the command staff. The warrants were for two properties, two people, and two vehicles. Tyler executed the undercover buy of cocaine; the team confiscated a large amount of cocaine that a drug field test determined to be laced with fentanyl, along with $74,000 in cash. Then followed writing up the charges for each individual, booking them, and a whole day’s worth of logging the confiscated property into the property room at the Rochester Police Department. Clearly, an enormous amount of police work is paperwork.

My latest on-the-job encounter with Inspector Dawson was a few months ago. It was midnight, and a police car, fire truck, and a small gaggle of people were gathered around three long ladders braced against my next-door neighbor’s Norway maple tree. Tyler was working overtime that night when a pedestrian stopped him and pointed to a baby raccoon up in the tree with a peanut butter jar stuck on its head. Tyler had climbed into the tree canopy, but the raccoon ascended out of reach, and the impromptu animal rescue squad was forced to disperse. The raccoon was located the following day, across the canal and under a car. A DEC officer was summoned; he grabbed the little critter, freeing him from his peanut butter helmet, which he had licked clean. “My first failed investigation,” Investigator Dawson lamented.

one undercover drug deal. Photo by Margay Blackman.

Thank You

Betty Sorensen wanted to express her sincere gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and incredible staff at Hilton Health Care and Highland Hospital for the years of attention, guidance, and support as she navigated medical challenges. Betty, along with her family, appreciated beyond measure your professional care and personal compassion .

Presentation on proposed NYS Equal Rights Amendment

Brockport First Baptist will be hosting its next Just Desserts program on Thursday, April 18, at 6 p.m. Just Desserts is the congregation’s quarterly conversation around matters of justice and equity, featuring delicious dessert. The guest speaker will be Nia Alvarez-Mapp, Organizing Director with New Yorkers for Equal Rights.

Ms. Alvarez-Mapp will lead a presentation and discussion about the New York State Equal Rights Amendment – a proposed amendment to the state constitution that would permanently protect the rights and

freedoms of all New Yorkers. The Equal Rights Amendment will be on the ballot this November. All are welcome for this important discussion to become better informed before voting. Admission is free.

Brockport First Baptist, located at 124 Main Street, is a progressive, Christ-centered congregation in the American Baptist tradition. It is an LGBTQ+ affirming congregation, and its mission is to embody God’s love beyond the walls of the church, in Brockport and beyond.

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Hilton CSD appoints David Yates as communications director

At its March 26 meeting, the Hilton Board of Education appointed David Yates as director of communications. He will replace Grace Scism, who is retiring on July 1. Yates is currently the director of communications at McQuaid Jesuit High School, a position he’s held for the past two years. Before McQuaid, Yates was the director of communications for the East Irondequoit Central School District. He began his career in television, first in Elmira and then in Rochester where he was the weekend sports anchor for News 8 WROC.

A graduate of Hilton High School, Yates went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in communications from SUNY Fredonia.

“They say that you can’t go home again, but I am thrilled to prove that isn’t true,” said Yates. “Hilton has always held a special place in my heart and I’m so excited to have the opportunity to share the stories that make the district a wonderful place to learn, live, work, and grow.”

A resident of Greece, Yates has a daughter, Meghan, who works as a speech-language therapist in East Lansing, Michigan, and a son, Ian, who is a science teacher at Allendale Columbia School.

Yates will begin his new position on April 15.

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David Yates

SUNY Brockport’s RN to BSN program ranked #4 in NYS

RegisteredNursing.org, a leading resource for the nursing industry, recently announced that SUNY Brockport’s Registered Nursing to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) program has achieved a top ranking in its annual assessment of New York nursing programs. The organization has published its rankings since 2016.

SUNY Brockport’s RN to BSN program was ranked #4 in New York State. It is a flexible and engaging RN to BSN program that provides students with the opportunities to build upon clinical skills and knowledge. The program is 30 to 36 credits and can be taken over 12 months full-time or 18 to 24 months part-time.

In its evaluation, RegisteredNursing.org says, “SUNY Brockport stands

as a beacon for accessible education. It pioneers a dynamic online RN-toBSN program, seamlessly blending academic rigor with the flexibility demanded by modern professionals. Brockport’s commitment to innovation ensures nurses are primed for leadership in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.”

RN to BSN programs are essential in the US for elevating nursing standards and improving patient care outcomes. By encouraging registered nurses to pursue advanced education, these programs address nursing shortages and adapt to the changing healthcare landscape.

See the 2024 New York State rankings at https://www.registerednursing. org/rn-to-bsn/new-york/#show.

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“Dreams Do Come True Princess Celebration” at OFC on April 14

Cinderella and her magical friends will be at OFC Creations Theatre Center for the “Dreams Do Come True Princess Celebration” at 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 14. Ideal for guests age three to seven and their families, this interactive event offers the opportunity to introduce young ones to theatre in an interactive and welcoming environment.

VACANCY

The Town of Sweden has a vacancy on the Board of Assessment Review. The Board meets once per year on the fourth Tuesday of May to hear requests to lower property assessments. Board members should possess knowledge of property values and must be residents of the Town of Sweden. Annual training is provided by Monroe County. Those interested should send a letter of interest and resume by April 19, 2024 to: Sweden Supervisor 18 State Street Brockport, New York 14420. For more information, call 6377588.

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Tickets are $10 per patron, including adults, and are for sale online at OFCCreations.com/tickets or by calling 585-667-0954. Tickets also can be purchased in person at OFC’s The Old Farm Cafe during all public hours. OFC Creations Theatre Center is located at 3450 Winton Place, Brighton.

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Guests will participate in the magical festivities including a sing-a-long, story time, games, crafts, snacks, and an on stage dance party. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their favorite royal costume.

Legal Notice

Town of Sweden

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the provisions of Town Law, and the Town of Sweden Land Use Development and Subdivision Regulations, a public hearing will be held by the Planning Board at the Town Offices, 18 State Street, Brockport, New York, on Monday, April 22, 2024, commencing at 7 p.m. to consider the following:

Application of Mavis Tire Supply LLC, 200 Summit Lake Drive, Valhalla, New York, for site plan and special use permit approval of the Mavis Tire Site Plan, located at 6635 Fourth Section Road, Brockport, New York. The applicant is proposing to construct a ±6,952 sq. ft. retail tire store and garage with associated improvements on approximately 3.04 acres. The property is owned by Royal Wash Development LLC, tax account number: 083.02-1-13.1.

Also, application of Matt Kleehammer, 20 Buffalo Road, Bergen, New York, for resubdivision approval of the Serenity Acres Subdivision, located at 515 Root Road, Brockport, New York. Applicant proposes to subdivide ±20.859 acres into two lots, Lot RA-1, ±6 acres, and RA-2, ±13.751 acres. No new development is proposed. The property is owned by John Rotundi Jr., tax account number: 114.03-1-12.

Maps and information are on file in the Town of Sweden

Blood Drives

Debbie Day ext. 131 debbie.day@westsidenewsny.com

Joe Korn 585-469-1426 (cell) joe.korn@westsidenewsny.com

Tami Raco ext. 129 tami.raco@westsidenewsny.com

Mary Lou Rockow ext. 134 mary.lou.rockow@westsidenewsny.com

Ellen Stevens ext. 130 ellen.stevens@westsidenewsny.com

Trish Walter ext. 138 trish.walter@westsidenewsny.com

Ad production manager Karen Fien ext. 128

Asst. production manager Joanne Michielsen ext. 3 email: production@westsidenewsny.com

•Upcoming blood donation opportunities: April 11, 1 to 6 p.m., Brockport Fireman’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue; April 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gates Town Hall, 1605 Buffalo Road. To book an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Donors who give between April 8 and 28 will get a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Spring for details.

Canceled Events

•Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at Riga Town Hall/ American Legion campus has been canceled.

•The Eclipse Viewing Party at Ogden Farmers’ Library has been canceled.

Events

•Hilton Stamp Show & Philatelic Open House, sponsored by the Western Monroe Philatelic Society is Sunday, April 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hilton Exempts Club, 137 South Avenue, Hilton. Stamps, covers, postcards, coins. For more information phone Dave Bombard 352-6955.

•This area is in the path of totality for the total solar eclipse happening on April 8. Information regarding what to expect during the eclipse, traffic information and where and how to safely view the eclipse is available at monroecounty.gov/ eclipse2024.

•Jazz at the Beach free concert series will be held at Tropix Nightclub, 4775 Lake Avenue in Charlotte. The concerts begin at 7 p.m. The Greece Jazz Band performs April 9. Free parking available, including close handicap access. For information, go to www.ontariobeachentertainment.org.

•Hilton Community Indoor Flea Market is Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, Hilton. No admission charge to shop.

•The Genesee Society of Model Engineers will be holding the Great Batavia Train Show on Sunday, April 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Richard C. Call Arena on the campus of Genesee Community College in Batavia. Admission is $6 adults, $3 under age 18, and free for children under 13. Over 100 vendors will be offering all scales of model trains and historic railroad items. Parking is free, and a snack bar will be available. For information, visit https://www.gsme.org or email bataviatrainshow@gsme.org.

•Brockport First Baptist, 124 Main Street, is hosting a presentation on the proposed New York State Equal Rights Amendment as part of its Just Desserts program on Thursday, April 18, at 6 p.m. Guest speaker Nia Alvarez-Mapp, Organizing Director with New Yorkers for Equal Rights, will lead a discussion of the proposed amendment to the state constitution that would permanently protect the rights and freedoms of all New Yorkers. All are welcome. Admission is free.

•Free community concert at Greece Baptist Church, 1230 Long Pond Road, on Thursday, April 18, at 7 p.m. Performer is The Vince Ercolamento Quartet. The church offers free parking, with close handicapped access. For information, call 585-966-2660 or visit jazz901.org.

•Small Business Roundtable, hosted by Senator Rob Ortt and Lindsay Ward, Regional Director of SUNY Brockport SBDC, on Monday, April 29, 9 to 11 a.m., at The Grove 1848 Restaurant, 1848 Kendall Road, Kendall. Register at https://tinyurl. com/557dbhen.

Fundraisers

•The American Legion Auxiliary #379 will serve a Lasagna Dinner on the second Wednesday of the month and a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on the fourth Wednesday of the month to help support the Brockport Area Veterans Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Both dinners are from 4 to 6 p.m. and are available for dine in or take out. Cost is $12 per person, $6 for veterans. For reservations, call 585-637-5012. (Dinners may vary in the coming months.)

•Soup-to-Go Sale with car-side service on Wednesday, April 10, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., at Adams Basin United Methodist Church, corner of Canal Road and Washington Street. Varieties are Cheeseburger, Veggie Chili, Bean with Ham, and Loaded Baked Potato. Cost is $7 per pint, $12 per quart, and includes Italian bread. Pre-orders requested by Monday, April 8; call Debbi at 469-2197.

•The Hilton Alumni Association’s 2024 Casino Night is Saturday, April 13, 7 to 11 p.m., at the Hilton Exempts Club, 137 South Avenue. Advance sale tickets ($40 per person) may be purchased at Z’s Automotive, 13 Main Street, Hilton; Foster’s Restaurant, 50 Canning Street, Hilton; or online at www.hiltonalumniassociation.org. Last-minute tickets ($50 per person) will be available at the door. Features non-cash gaming tables with the chance to win prizes, hors d’oeuvres and desserts, cash bar, and live music by the Grove Street Band.

All proceeds benefit the Hilton Alumni Association’s grant and scholarship programs.

•Lasagna Dinner by Eastern Star Chapter #183 on Saturday, April 20 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. or until sold out. Dinners are $12 each. Drive-thru only at Brockport Area Veterans Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. Reservations required by calling 3928286.

•All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast on Sunday, April 14, from 8 a.m. to noon at Ferris Goodridge Post #330, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children under 10.

•Drive Thru Grab & Go Pork Dinner, April 17 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin. Take-outs only. Adults $15, ages 4 to 12 $7, under 4 free. PreSale orders only 755-5108 or 964-2550.

•Chicken Barbecue at Chili Presbyterian, 3600 Chili Avenue, on April 28 from noon until 3 p.m. (or until gone). Cost is $15 per meal. Proceeds support the church’s Food Cupboard, mission trip opportunities and other community outreach programs.

Government Meetings

•Chili: Architectural Advisory Committee - April 9, 6 p.m.; Planning Board - April 9, 7 p.m.; Town Board Meeting - April 10, 7 p.m. (live stream available) at Town Hall - Main Meeting Room.

•Churchville: Board of Trustees - April 8, 7 p.m. at the Village Municipal Building.

•Clarkson: Town Board – April 9, 6 p.m. at the Town Hall.

•Hamlin: Town Board – April 8, 7 p.m., at Town Hall, 1658 Lake Road.

•Hilton: Zoning Board is changing the regular scheduled meeting date from April 9 to April 16, 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center board room.

•Kendall: Zoning Board – April 9, 7 p.m.

•Riga: Town Board – April 10, 7 p.m.

•Sweden: Town Board - April 9, 6 p.m., at 18 State Street, Brockport.

Health/Help

•The Parkinson’s Foundation presents a free Expert Briefing webinar, Working to Halt PD, on April 10 at 1 p.m. For information and registration, go to https://www.parkinson.org/events/2024/ Apr10WW.

•Area residents are welcome to come to Union Church, 14 North Main Street, Churchville, to pick up a box of nutritious food for their families. Distribution is made the fourth Wednesday of each month between 4 and 5 p.m. Drive into the church parking lot and follow the signs. For information, call 585-293-1665.

•Veterans with Cancer Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester. Call 585423-9700 x304 or visit www.cscrochester.org for information.

•The Food Cupboard at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Avenue, is open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, and the third Saturday of each month. Grocery Bags of food are donated to those in need – currently serving around 80 families. Anyone interested in being a Food Cupboard Helper (packing bags, handing out food, etc.), making monetary donations, and/or donating peanut butter, cereal or crackers to this cause, is asked to contact the church at 585-889-9896.

•Naomi’s Circle, a support group dedicated to providing a safe place for widows and widowers to express themselves about how widowhood has impacted their lives, will meet at noon on April 11 and May 9 at the First Congregational Church, 65 Church Street, Spencerport. Meet in the Fellowship Hall for a light luncheon and conversation Bring a small dish to share. Open to anyone that is a widow. Members can attend as a support person in the group if needed. Those with questions may call 585352-3448 or email admin@spencerportucc.org.

Historical

•The Gates Historical Society meets Monday, April 15, at 7 p.m. in the Gates Town Hall Annex. Don Alhart, Associate News Director and author will do a program entitled “A Generation of Idiots,” which includes taking a look at the changing face of journalism and how technology has changed news coverage. He will be bringing his book, Sibley’s Christmas Adventure, to sell for $20 and will autograph copies bought that night or previously. The program is free and the venue is handicapped accessible.

Library Programs

•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/ Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Monday, April 8. Please visit the Hamlin Recreation website for eclipse day events. Cookbook Club is Thursday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. Stop by the library and check out a Gordon Ramsay cookbook. Preschool Storytime and Digital Literacy resume on Monday, April 15. Fiber Friends program on Monday, April 15, from 3 to 5 p.m. is open to anyone with an interest in knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving or felting. Bring your own projects or help with others. Silent Book Club is Tuesday, April 16, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Monthly homeschool program is at Hamlin Beach State Park on Wednesday, April 17, at 1 p.m. In honor of National Poetry month, Environmental Educator Lara Hargrave will be giving a tree identification walk and nature journaling presentation. Sensory Playtime for ages 0 to 4 is Thursday, April 18, from 1 to 2 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Adult Book Club meets Wednesday, April 24, at 2 p.m. Call 964-2320 to register for programs. Visit the library’s Facebook page or www.hamlinlibraryny. org for more information.

•Newman Riga Library, 1 South Main Street, Churchville, is open Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p. m.; Tuesdays/Thursdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Program updates: Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at Riga Town Hall/American Legion campus has been canceled. Eclipse glasses are available at the library while supplies last. For more information, call 293-2009, go to newmanrigalibrary.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.

•The Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.). The library will now be closed April 8 and the Eclipse Viewing Party has been canceled. Adult events: Book Group – April 9 at 2 p.m., Harp Duo performs Broadway Hits – April 15 at 6:30 p.m., Play Disney’s Lorcana – April 20 at 1 p.m., Lecture: The ROC – Journey Thru The 20th Century – April 22 at 6 p.m.; Seed Bomb Class – Apr 26 at 1 p.m. Call 617-6181 to register. Find kids and teen events at facebook. com/ogdenfarmerslibrary.

•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Parma Public Library will be closed for the eclipse on Monday, April 8, and will reopen Tuesday, April 9, at 10 a.m. Tech Time: Using Libby for Ebooks and Audiobooks – Wednesday, April 10, 1 to 2 p.m., please register. Learn how to download the Libby app and use Libby to access ebooks and audiobooks from the Monroe County Library System. Please bring your device (tablet, phone, etc.) if you have one. Macrame Leaf Wall Hang – Thursday, April 11, 6 to 7 p.m., for grades 6 and up, registration required. Crafternoon Decoupage Light Switch Plate – Friday, April 12, 2 to 3:30 p.m., registration required. All supplies and a standard one-switch plastic light switch plate with pointed corners will be provided. You are welcome to bring a light switch plate from home. Spring Snail Craft – Saturday, April 13, 10:30 a.m. to noon, recommended for ages 5 to 12 but all are welcome. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.

•This is a sample of programs held at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, 637-1050. For complete information, visit seymourlibraryweb. org. Programs marked with an * require advance registration. Eclipse Extravaganza – Monday, April 8, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. There will be free eclipse activities all day long. Seymour Chess Club – Tuesday April 9, 6 to 8 p.m. This will be the first meeting. No experience necessary. T(w)een Stitch n’ Snack – Wednesday, April 10, 4 to 5 p.m. Crocheting and knitting for teens and tweens with snacks and materials provided. To Knit or to Crochet? That is the Question – Thursday, April 11, noon to 2 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Bring your knitting, crocheting, or other projects for a relaxing time with others of the same interests. Design a Bookmark Party – Thursday, April 11, 6 to 7 p.m. Design a bookmark showing what the summer reading theme “Adventure Begins at your Library” means to you. Part of the Kiwanis Club “Read Around the World” contest. All participants in K-3 will receive a book to keep.

Meetings

•Country Neighbors Quilt Guild meets April 10, 6:30 p.m., at St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 Lake Road North, Hamlin. For information, call 585-964-2081.

•Orleans County SCOPE meets Tuesday, April 9, 7 p.m., at the Hoag Library, 134 South Main Street, Albion. Guest will be Sheriff Christopher Bourke. For information, visit https://scopeny2a. org/Orleans.

School Board

•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, April 9, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room A. Regular board meeting at 7 p.m. in the Administrative Board Room.

•Hilton Board of Education meets April 9 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at QUEST Elementary School, 225 West Ave., Hilton.

Seniors

•Medicare 101 is a free education session to learn about: eligibility requirements of Medicare; Medicare Parts A, B, C and D; original Medicare costs and benefits; prescription drug programs, Medigap and Medicare Advantage. Held on Wednesday, April 17, 6:30 p.m., at the Sweden Clarkson Community Center, 4927 Lake Road, Brockport; or Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 p.m., at the Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport. RSVP to theresas@maustandleone. com or call/text 585-507-6316. For accommodations of persons with special needs at meetings, call 585-507-6316 or TTY 711. Attendees are under no obligation to enroll in a plan. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Theresa Seil is a Licensed Insurance Agent affiliated with Maust & Leone. •The Hilton-Parma Senior Center is offering the AARP Safe Driver Course on Friday, April 19, 9 a.m.

Final Town of Sweden Eclipse update

The April 8 Total Eclipse is nearly here and the Town of Sweden has prepared as well as possible for an influx of visitors. The Town has taken special care to heed the advice of law enforcement and emergency services agencies. Here are a few highlights for residents and visitors:

•The Community Center, 4927 Lake Road, is closed as is its parking lot for the day. All programs resume on Tuesday, April 9.

•The Town Hall, 18 State Street, and Highway Garage, 40 White Road, are open normal hours and for parking.

•The parking lot at the front of Sweden Town Park,

4761 Redman Road, is open until full (approximately 100 cars). The rest of the Town Park is closed to vehicles but open to pedestrians/bicyclists.

•Lakeview Cemetery is closed to vehicular traffic for the day.

•All roads are open. Parking is prohibited on oddnumbered sides of all subdivision streets and some other town-owned roads. Signs will help identify restricted areas.

•The Sweden Planning Board meeting for April 8 has been canceled. The regular Town Board meeting of April 9 will be held as scheduled.

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Hilton Apple Fest Photo Contest returning

For the first time since COVID, the Hilton Apple Fest Photo Contest is returning. This year’s theme is “Here Comes the Sun.” Send your best images that show any aspect of the sun. Photos from the Eclipse day are especially welcome.

Enter in one of three categories: Adult, Teen, or Kids. There is a limit of three entries apiece. Adult entries must be either 7”x10” or 8”x10”, either vertical (portrait) or horizontal (landscape) and mounted on a stiff board. Kids’ entries must be 4”x6” and unmounted. The entry fee is $5 per image for adults,

$3 per image for teens, and free for kids. Prizes for adults are $100 for first place, $50 for second, and $25 for third. Teen prizes are $80, $40, and $20. Kids’ prizes are $40, $20, and $10.

Get the full entry blank at hiltonapplefest.org or pick one up at the Parma Public Library or Hilton Family Pharmacy.

Your photos will be enjoyed by thousands at this year’s Apple Fest, so enter your best work. See you under the sun!

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Hilton Alumni Association hosting Casino Night

What’s there to do in Hilton after the total solar eclipse wows us? Have a blast at the Hilton Alumni Association’s 2024 Casino Night! The fun will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 13. One does not have to be a Hilton graduate to attend – all are welcome. Dance to the music of The Grove Street Band. Sample a variety of hors d’oeuvres and desserts donated by local restaurants and bakeries. A cash bar will be tended by local celebrities. Visit with old and new friends. Enjoy an evening of casino games without the risk of losing, since no money changes hands. Instead, players are rewarded with Mystery Raffle tickets, and there will be a lot of winners.

The Casino Night ticket price includes admission to this fun-filled event, 500 chips to use at game tables, 25 tickets for an early-evening Cadets Raffle, and a donation to HAA’s Grants and Scholarships

Fund. Every attendee becomes a generous donor to the fund, which helped the HAA donate more than $10,000 last year in support of students at Hilton’s schools.

Don’t know how to play casino games? Join the fun and learn. Dealers will teach and entertain while ensuring that players win tickets to use for a Mystery Raffle at the end of the festivities.

In addition, some fantastic prizes are lined up for an optional all-evening Cash Raffle – a 55” flat screen TV, a foursome round of golf at Deerfield, and a locally hand-made quilt are just a few.

Advance sale tickets ($40 per person) may be purchased at Z’s Automotive, 13 Main Street, Hilton; and Foster’s Restaurant, 50 Canning Street, Hilton. Same-day tickets ($50 per person) may be purchased at the door. Provided information

Churchville Clerk-Treasurer Stacy Stanton honored by state association

Stacy L. Stanton, Clerk-Treasurer for the Village of Churchville, has been recognized as a Credentialed Municipal Finance Officer (“CMFO”) by the New York State Society of Municipal Finance Officers (“NYSMFO”) for achieving its high educational, experience, and participatory requirements.

Ms. Stanton has been employed by the Village of Churchville in her current office for four years and is a member in good standing of the NYSMFO. She has received a plaque and pin denoting this accomplishment.

The Credentialed Municipal Finance Officer Program, launched in 2006, aids municipal finance officers in improving job performance and recognizes the professionalism of the municipalities’ finance office. Stringent education and experience requirements must be met before this prestigious designation of Credentialed Municipal Finance Officer is awarded. Qualifications of applicants are reviewed and approved by the NYSMFO CMFO Committee.

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GPAS presents Irish & Celtic Celebration Concert

The Greece Performing Arts Society (GPAS) will present their Irish & Celtic Celebration Concert on Sunday, April 14, 3 p.m., at the Greece Olympia School Auditorium, 1139 Maiden Lane, Rochester. This gala program will feature Irish dances, folk songs, original compositions, and Broadway favorites for the entire family performed by the Greece Choral Society directed by Dr. Rollo Fisher, Greece Community Orchestra directed by Jonathan Allentoff, and the Greece Concert Band directed by BJ Comer. Special guests include Emcee Brenda Tremblay from WXXI Classical 91.5, vocal artist

Shaya Greathouse from the Eastman School of Music, and the Rochester Irish Country Set Dancers.

Tickets are $10 general admission, $5 for students, $25 for families, and free for children five and under, and are available online at GreecePerformingArts.org and at the door.

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Batavia Train Show scheduled for April 14

The Genesee Society of Model Engineers will be holding the Spring 2024 edition of the Great Batavia Train Show along with the Batavia Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet on Sunday, April 14, at the Richard C. Call Arena on the campus of Genesee Community College in Batavia. Show hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $6 adults, $3 under age 18, and free for children under 13. Parking is free, and a snack bar will be available.

For 50 years, the Great Batavia Train Show has been one of the premier hobby events in Western New York. It typically attracts 1,200 to 1,500 model railroad enthusiasts and railfans from across Western and Central NY, Northwestern Pennsylvania, and Southern Ontario. All forms of model railroad and train-related merchandise will be available.

Over 100 vendors will be offering all scales of model trains and historic railroad items. Modeling demonstrations, and a limited number of portable layouts, will be part of the fun.

The Genesee Society of Model Engineers was founded in Batavia and has promoted the hobby of model railroading in the Western New York area for over 50 years. This not-for-profit organization is headquartered at 50 Main Street in Oakfield. In their facility above M&T Bank, club members maintain four operating model train displays. Visitors are welcome on Tuesday evenings from 7 tp 9 p.m., and an open house is offered free to the public each December.

For information, visit https://www.gsme.org or email bataviatrainshow@gsme.org.

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death notices

Paul Michael Anderson

Paul Michael Anderson, 61, passed away peacefully on March 6th, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Paul is predeceased by his father, Paul D. Anderson. He is survived by his dear mother Connie Anderson, devoted sister Cindy (Tom) Capuano, brother Steven (Julie) Anderson, Uncle Guy and Aunt Barbara DeVigili, as well as his loving nieces, nephews and many friends.

Paul received a B.S. in Health Sciences/Marketing from SUNY Brockport (‘84). He had a passion for cooking and received an A.S. in Culinary Arts from Florida’s Tidewater Community College.

Paul held many Executive/Leadership positions with the YMCA in Florida, Virginia and New York. Donations may be sent in Paul’s name to Isaiah House, 1005 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607.

Beverly Noella Mellor

Died March 31, 2024 at age 88. She was predeceased by her parents, Laura and George Mellor; son, Norman S. Mowers. She is survived by her children, Laura (Richard) Schmitt, Susan (Robert) Geiger, Michael (Ann) Mellor; grandchildren, Michael Burke, Sarah (Ed) Baranoski, Danny (Fernanda) Burke, Cory Mellor, Bryan Mellor, Kimberly (Jeff) Hollenbeck, Richie Schmitt, Christine (Mike) Landers, Mary Joe (Tim) Bowens, Steven (Aubrey) Mowers, and Josh Mowers; thirteen great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

taste nY knocks it out of the park

with minor league baseball partnerships

Taste NY’s partnership with five Minor League Baseball teams across New York State is a home run, bringing the very best of New York’s local food and beverages to more than 1.2 million fans at stadiums across New York and giving a boost to New York agriculture. Throughout the season, for many minor league baseball teams, New York’s “Eat Local, Drink Local” program will be showcasing delicious, locally made favorites and exciting promotions at the Buffalo Bison, Rochester Red Wings, Syracuse Mets, Hudson Valley Renegades, and TriCity ValleyCats stadiums. These partnerships provide an opportunity to boost sales for over 60 participating vendors and increase their exposure to consumers. In 2023, Taste NY’s partnerships with teams brought more than $5.7 million in sales to New York State farmers and food and beverage producers, with expanded partnerships launching in 2024 aiming to build on that success.

State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, “A baseball game isn’t complete without a hot dog and a cold drink, and New York makes some of the best food and craft beverages in the country. Through our Taste NY partnerships with teams across the state, fans can try these delicious products and so many others, while enjoying America’s favorite pastime. This initiative is a true home run – it’s great for small ag businesses, a treat for fans, and a boost to local economies. I encourage everyone to enjoy a game and a ballpark snack from Taste NY this spring and summer!”

The program plans for an exciting 2024 season with the Rochester Red Wings at Innovative Field include. In addition to Taste NY concession signage found throughout the concourse and in the ballpark, Taste NY will be a presenting sponsor of both the Dugout at First Base and the new Dugout at Third Base bars this year. Also new in 2024, Taste NY will take over the L-Bar on more than 50 televisions located at concession stands on the concourse and in suites to spotlight New York State foods and beverages and the Taste NY program through ads and other promotions.

In 2023, 437,560 fans attended games at Innovative Field. Taste NY products offered at the stadium included:

•Craft beverages from Three Heads Brewing (Rochester), Big Ditch Brewery (Buffalo), Black Button Distilling (Roch-

(Hammondsport), Ellicottville Brewing Company (Ellicottville), Genesee Brewing Company (Rochester), K2 Brothers Brewing (Rochester), Brewery Ommegang (Cooperstown), Resurgence Brewing Company (Buffalo), Rohrbach Brewing Company (Rochester), and Young Lion Brewing Company (Canandaigua)

•Perry’s Ice Cream products (Akron)

•Zweigle’s hot dogs (Rochester).

Additional local New York products sold at games included Captain Lawrence Brewing Company beverages (Elmsford) and DiPaolo Baking Company products (Rochester).

Many of these same producers will offer their products at Red Wings games in 2024, along with a rotating selection of new vendors, including Taste NY participants BlackBird Cider Works (Buffalo), Blake Cider (Wolcott), Blue Barn Cidery (Hilton), Clarksburg Cider Co. (Lancaster), FourMile Brewing (Olean), Hamburg Brewing Company (Hamburg), Ithaca Beer Co. (Ithaca), Saranac Beers (Utica), and Woodcock Brothers (Wilson); and additional local New York products from Belt-Line Brewery (Buffalo) and Thin Man Brewery (Buffalo).

Rochester Red Wings Director of Ticket Operations Mike Ewing said, “The Rochester Red Wings are thrilled to not only continue but also expand upon our partnership with Taste NY in 2024. Having worked with them since 2016, we are proud of the growth we have made with local products over the last several years. We are excited for a great 2024 and look forward to the future of this partnership.”

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Beverly worked for the United States Post Office as a postmaster for 33 years, retiring in 1998 from the Spencerport Post Office. She was a devoted member of St. John’s Parish in Spencerport.

A service of remembrance was held on Friday, April 5, 2024 at 10:00AM at St. John the Evangelist Church (55 Martha St, Spencerport, NY 14559). In lieu of flowers, donations in Beverly’s memory may be directed to St. John’s Church or to Wilmot Cancer Center (Alumni and Advancement Center, 300 E. River Rd., PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627).

Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport, www.walkerbrothersfh.com.

area •Hughes, Robert J., died March 27, 2024. He is predeceased by his parents, Robert and Evelyn Hughes; and sister, Gertrude Dooley. He is survived by his loving wife, Suzanne; six children, Timothy Hughes, Colleen Dailey, Patrick (Suzan Vandersluis) Hughes, Kelly (James) Keenehan, Carrie Hennessy and Julie Ball; six grandchildren, Collyn Dailey, Brianna and Shane Rivers, Caileigh and Leia Hennessy and Ariel Ball; many nieces and nephews. Bob met his wife, Sue, while they were both working at Northgate Wegmans. He worked for Wegmans from age 16 until he retired after 47 years. He worked his way up becoming front end manager, store manager, district manager, director of store operations and then becoming an Executive VP. Wegmans was his second family. Bob had a great love for sports. He was an avid Notre Dame and Yankees fan.

His Funeral Mass was held April 2 at St. Lawrence Church, North Greece Road. Interment at St. John’s Cemetery, Spencerport. Donations in Bob’s memory can be made to Tunnels to Towers, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

•Schliff, Mark C., of Rochester, died March 25, 2024 at age 77. He is predeceased by his parents, Melvin and Jean. Mark is survived by his children, Erin (Angel) Quintero, Erika (Jeremy) Kuczynski, and Brittany (Mark Potter) Schliff; grandchildren, Gabriel, Ashe, and Isabella Quintero, Everly Kuczynski; sisters, Paula Ziegler and Debra Cleary; nieces and nephews, Brian (Cheryl) Ziegler, Karin Ziegler, Sean (Stepheny) Cleary and Katie (Craig) Eisenhauer; nine greatnieces and nephews. Mark was a veteran of the US Army. He dedicated 50 years to his career at Wegmans Food Markets, retiring as a category merchant. He will be remembered for his love of his cats (especially Patches), the many Disney vacations, the NY Yankees and most importantly his family. Mark’s Funeral Service was held March 30 at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport. Burial in Fairfield Cemetery, Spencerport. Donations can be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 in his memory.

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•Noble, Robert James, age 81, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2024 with his loving and devoted wife of 56 years, Barbara, at his side. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Juliana Noble, sisters Shirley Cowan and Gertrude Brady. Survived by siblings Susan Schickler (Alan), Julie Stymus (Duane), Bonnie Hugelmaier, Kathy Wysocky (Bob), Mike Noble (Jeannie), John Noble, Jim Noble (Lisa); sisters-in-law Doreen Gilmer (Ga.), Donna Goethe (De.); many nieces and nephews, including cherished nieces Christina Goethe and Michelle Weaver (Chris). Rob was a U.S. Army Veteran and a 29-year employee of Eastman Kodak Company, retiring in 1991. He loved his bowling and golf leagues, woodworking and traveling. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Hamlin.

Family received friends on Tuesday, March 19 from 2 to 3 p.m. at Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., Brockport, with a Funeral Service at 3 p.m. Contributions in his memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Rochester, Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center (please specify Hildebrandt in the “gift designation” drop down list) or St. John Church.

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•Foelsch, Joan Carol, died March 28, 2024 at age 90. She was predeceased by her husband, Clifford; her parents, Edward and Josephine Maloney; and her daughter, Karen Wiler. She is survived by her children, Douglas (Darline) Foelsch, and Keith (Sheri) Foelsch; her five grandchildren, Kyle (Amanda) Foelsch, Melody (Ed) McKee, Cassidy (Ryan Shereer) Foelsch, Jason (Sandra) Wiler and Randy (Nicole) Wiler; five great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Rick Wiler; nieces and nephews and their families. Joan was a homemaker. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Hamlin and loved singing in the church choir. She volunteered for Park Ridge Hospital’s Twig Association for several decades. In her leisure she enjoyed boating, sailing, gardening and camping.

Services for Joan will be held at a later date in Riverside, California. Donations in her memory can be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

The Lions Club of Chili received a new patch for their banner from District Governor Melanie Adams for Club Excellence from 2022-2023. Former President Mike Donner received a pin for his vest reflecting such honor from current President Karen McKloskey. Provided information and photo.

the Mule is a new addition to the Spencerport Depot & Canal Museum. This art and history education project was spearheaded by former Museum Director, Simon Devenish. Mural artist, Michele Jenco, spent

Orleans County Safe Harbour Contest winners

The Orleans County Department of Social Services’ Safe Harbour Program has announced the winners of its poster contest for students in grades

“We were so impressed by the number and quality of posters we received from students across Orleans County for this year’s contest, more than double from last year,” said Cynthia Stumer, Orleans County Deputy Commissioner of Social Services and the Safe Harbour Coordinator. “Students got very creative in helping draw attention to the signs of trafficking and exploitation.

The winners were Michael Girangaya, 1st place, Holley; Inez Stangler, 2nd place, Kendall; and Kelli Dingle, 3rd place, Albion.

The Safe Harbour program is designed to be a safe place for teens and young adults (12 to 21 years of age). In addition to providing education and awareness on sex trafficking, sexual exploitation and healthy relationships, Safe Harbour provides lessons in life skills to promote a strong foundation to help children launch into their future. For more information on Safe Harbour or how to get your child involved in the program, email SafeHarbour@ orleanscountyny.gov or contact Heather Jackson at DSS at heather.jackson@orleanscountyny.gov or 585-589-2837.

If you suspect that a child or adult is being trafficked, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline

Please Have Brush Ready And At The Curb The Night Before Pickup Begins. Each Street Will Get One Pass During The Week Of Pickup.

• Pickup Starts Monday, April 22nd

• Pickup Starts Tuesday, May 28th

• Pickup Starts Monday, June 24th

• Pickup Starts Monday, July 22nd

• Pickup Starts Monday, August 26th

• Pickup Starts Monday, September 23rd

• Pickup Starts Monday, October 21st

Please note:

•Keeplimbsunder10ft.inlength.

•Donotplacebetweenpolesorsigns.

•Donotplacebrushintheroad.

For items other than brush you should contact your refuse hauler.

Any questions may be directed to the DPW Office at 637-1060 between the hours of 7:00am and 3:30pm, Monday-Friday or the Village Office at 637-5300 between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Dan Verace Superintendent of Public Works Village of Brockport

Shown are (l-r): Teresa Zwifka-Elam, Director of Services; Liana Sheffer, CFS Supervisor; Michael Girangaya, 1st Place winner in Orleans County Safe Harbour Poster Contest; Inez Stangler, 2nd Place winner; Kelli Dingle, 3rd Place winner; Heather Jackson, Safe/Harbour/Human Trafficking liaison; and Cynthia Stumer, Orleans County Deputy Commissioner/Safe Harbour Coordinator.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Hilton Central School District will be held in the West Avenue/District Office in the QUEST Auditorium, in said District on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. local time for the presentation of the budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual Meeting and Election of the qualified voters of the Hilton Central School District, Monroe County, New York, shall be held at the Parma Town Hall, 1300 Parma Corners Road, Hilton, New York on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. for the purpose of voting on the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures for the District for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and authorization to undertake the acquisition of buses.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required for the 2024-2025 year, exclusive of public monies, may be obtained by any resident of the District, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. commencing Tuesday, May 14, 2024, except Saturday, Sunday or holidays, at the District Business Office at 225 West Avenue, Hilton, New York.

ELECTION OF BOARD MEMBERS

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the election of members of the Board of Education will be held by voting machine at the same time and in the same respective places of election as the vote upon the appropriation of necessary funds to meet estimated expenditures for the ensuing year hereinabove set forth.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of a member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District of said School District, at her office, 225 West Avenue, no later than 5:00 p.m. Daylight Savings Time on Monday, April 22, 2024. Each petition must be directed to the Clerk of the District, signed by at least 45 qualified voters of the District, and state the name and residence of the candidate and the signers. Candidates must be qualified voters of the district and must have been a resident in the district for at least one year prior to the election. Petitions for school board members may be obtained from the District Clerk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

There are two (2) 3-year term vacancies to be filled on the Board of Education for the expiring terms of Stephanie Sloan and Ed Mascadri. The vacancies shall be for a term of three years commencing July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2027. None of the vacancies are considered a separate office, and the nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy for which a candidate is nominated. As many candidates may be elected as there are vacancies to be filled.

PROPOSITIONS

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a vote on the following propositions will be held by voting machine on the same date of election as the vote upon the appropriation of necessary funds to meet estimated expenditures for the ensuing year hereinabove set forth.

PROPOSITION #1 – AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND THE BUDGET AND LEVY TAXES

BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, COUNTY OF MONROE, NEW YORK, IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXPEND THE 2024-2025 BUDGET AS SET FORTH AND TO LEVY THE NECESSARY TAXES THEREOF.

PROPOSITION #2 – BUS PURCHASE

Shall the following resolution be adopted to wit:

RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO UNDERTAKE THE ACQUISITION OF SEVEN (7) 65-PASSENGER SCHOOL BUSES AND TWO (2) 30-PASSENGER SCHOOL BUSES, ALL AT AN ESTIMATED MAXIMUM AGGREGATE COST OF $1,425,000, LESS TRADE-IN VALUE, IF ANY, SUCH COSTS, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, SHALL BE RAISED BY THE LEVY OF A TAX TO BE COLLECTED IN ANNUAL INSTALLMENTS; AND, IN ANTICIPATION OF SUCH TAX, DEBT OBLIGATIONS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT AS MAY BE NECESSARY NOT TO EXCEED $1,425,000 SHALL

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BE ISSUED, OR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY ENTER INTO AN INSTALLMENT PURCHASE CONTRACT IF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION DETERMINES THAT IT IS IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT TO FINANCE THE PURCHASE IN THAT METHOD

PROPOSITION #3 – CAPITAL RESERVE

RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO ESTABLISH A CAPITAL RESERVE FUND PURSUANT TO SECTION 3651 OF THE EDUCATION LAW (TO BE KNOWN AS THE “CAPITAL RESERVE FUND”), WITH THE PURPOSE OF SUCH FUND BEING TO FINANCE SITE WORK, CONSTRUCTION OR RECONSTRUCTION, AND EQUIPPING OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES, AND COSTS INCIDENTAL THERETO, THE ULTIMATE AMOUNT OF SUCH FUND TO BE $10,000,000.00, PLUS EARNINGS THEREON, THE PROBABLE TERM OF SUCH FUND TO BE 10 YEARS, BUT SUCH FUND SHALL CONTINUE IN EXISTENCE UNTIL LIQUIDATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE EDUCATION LAW OR UNTIL THE FUNDS ARE EXHAUSTED, AND THE SOURCES FROM WHICH THE FUNDS SHALL BE OBTAINED FOR SUCH RESERVE ARE (I) AMOUNTS FROM BUDGETARY APPROPRIATIONS FROM TIME TO TIME, AND (II) UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE MADE AVAILABLE BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FROM TIME TO TIME, AND (III) NEW YORK STATE AID RECEIVED AND MADE AVAILABLE BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FROM TIME TO TIME.

ABSENTEE BALLOTS

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that absentee ballot applications and early voting ballot applications will be available on the District’s website www. hilton.k12.ny.us and in person between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk. Any such application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven days before such district meeting if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Absentee ballot must reach the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of such district meeting.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, Residents unable to vote because of military service as defined under the Commissioner’s Emergency Regulation Part 122, who have not previously registered with the District and by reason of such military service, are absent from the school district in which he or she is qualified to vote on the day of registration or election; or a spouse, parent, child or dependent of a voter as described above, accompanying or being with such voter, if a qualified voter of the State of New York and a resident of the District; should contact the District Clerk by mail; districtclerk@hilton.k12.ny.us or phone (585)392-1000 X7099 no later than 25 days (April 16, 2024) prior to the vote on May 21, 2024. In all cases, the ballots must be returned no later than 5 p.m. on May 21, 2024.

A list of all persons to whom absentee and military ballots are issued will be available to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays five days prior to the day of the vote (excluding Saturday and Sunday).

AND NOTICE IS GIVEN, if qualified for early mail voting, the ballot itself must be received by the the District Clerk by 5:00 pm on the day of the election in order to be canvassed. The district clerk or other designee of the school board must make a list of all persons to whom early mail ballots were issued and make it available for public inspection during regular office hours until the day of the election (Educ. Law § 2018-f(7); but see § 2004(7)). An appropriate entry must be made on the poll list (Educ. Law § 2018-f(3)).

AND NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said meeting. A qualified voter is one who is: (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) eighteen years of age or older, and (3) a resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding the annual vote and election, and who is not otherwise prohibited from voting under Election Law Section 5-106. The School District may require all persons offering to vote at the special meeting to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law Section 2018-c. Such form may include a driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District will also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address.

Dated: March 12, 2024

Michelle McCue, District Clerk

LegaL NotiCe

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual budget presentation of the inhabitants of Brockport Central School District, Brockport, New York, qualified to vote at school meetings in said district, will be held at the Fred W. Hill School cafetorium, Allen Street, Brockport, New York, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the Education Law.

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that a copy of the statements of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the school purposes, specifying the several purposes and the amount for each, may be obtained by any taxpayer in the district during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the annual meeting except Saturday, Sunday or holidays at each of the following schools in which school is maintained during the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., viz: Brockport Central High School, A.D. Oliver Middle School, Elizabeth Barclay School, John J. Ginther School, and Fred W. Hill School.

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education must be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the District between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. not later than the thirtieth day preceding the school election on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, to wit: to be filed not later than April 22, 2024.

The following vacancies to be filled on the Board of Education: Two (2), five-year terms, 2024-2029 and one (1) two-year term (2024-2026). Petitions must be directed to the Clerk of the District, must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the district, must state the residence of each signer, and shall state the name and residence of the candidate. Said petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board of Education for which the candidate is nominated. Petitions are available at the Clerk’s Office/Business Office, District Office Building, 40 Allen Street, Brockport, New York. Candidates for the Board of Education are required by law to file sworn statements of campaign expenses. An initial statement must be filed at least 30 days before the election, a second statement must be filed on or before the fifth day preceding the election and a final statement must be filed within 20 days after the election. Information on this procedure may be obtained from the District Clerk.

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, same being the Tuesday 14 days following the day on which the annual budget presentation of the district is held, voting will be held in the Technology and Training Center, 40 Allen Street, Building 800, Brockport, New York, in said District, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., to fill the above designated vacancies on the Board of Education.

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that at the same time and place as said election, to wit: on May 21, 2024, at the Technology and Training Center, 40 Allen Street, Building 800, Brockport, New York, in said District, the annual budget and appropriation and expenditure of $725,000 from the 2021 Bus Purchase Capital Reserve Fund (established by the voters on May 18, 2021) will be voted upon, and that said budget approval and capital reserve fund expenditure shall be designated as Proposition No.1 on the voting machine.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN, that Proposition No. 1 will appear on the ballot labels of the voting machines used at said meeting in the following abbreviated form:

PROPOSITION NO. 1

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit: Resolved, that the Board of Education of the Brockport Central School District, Brockport, New York, be and hereby is authorized to expend necessary funds to meet expenditures for the fiscal year 2024-2025 and to levy the necessary tax therefore and to appropriate and expend $725,000 from the 2021 Bus Purchase Capital Reserve Fund, be approved?

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that absentee ballots may be obtained between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk, commencing April 23, 2024. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. A list to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection by qualified voters of the district in the office of the District Clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Saturdays and Sundays, and such list will also be posted at the polling place at the election.

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that applications for early mail ballots for qualified voters of the district may be applied for in the office of the District Clerk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays. A list of all persons to whom early mail ballots shall have been issued, will be available in the said office of the clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Saturdays and Sundays, and such list will also be posted at the polling place at the election.

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that applications for military absentee ballots for qualified Military voters may be obtained between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military ballot application/ballot by mail, facsimile transmission, or electronic mail in their request for such military ballot application. If a military voter does not designate a preference, the school district shall transmit the military ballot application and/or military ballot by mail. All military ballots must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that qualified voters of the district shall be entitled to vote at the annual vote and election. A qualified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the United States, (2) eighteen (18) years of age or older, and (3) a resident within the district for a period of thirty (30) days preceding the vote and election. The district requires all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election to provide one (1) form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law §2018-c. Such forms may include a valid driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, or a voter registration card. Upon proof of residency, the school district requires all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name, and address.

The School District Clerk is hereby authorized to amend the notice of the Annual District Meeting from time to time as, in his or her discretion, such amendment may be required. By order of the Board of Education

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newsmakers

Jess Williams was named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at the University at Buffalo. A member of the Class of 2026, she is majoring in political science/law, minoring in ASL/ community organizing and development.

Sarah E. Williams

ton, was named to the president’s list at Georgia Military College for three consecutive quarters. She is a 2023 graduate of Hilton High School.

Anna Conjerti of Hilton, a freshman, is ranked among the top two percent of students at Iowa State University, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Lynn Johnson of Spencerport, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective alldiscipline collegiate honor society. Johnson was initiated at Nazareth University

Janelle Farley of Rochester, was named to Husson University Online’s Honors for Term 3 of the 2023-2024 academic year. Farley is enrolled in Husson’s online Animal Care and Behavior program.

Amanda Ellie of Rochester, was inducted into the Eta Sigma Chapter of the Beta Beta Beta National Biological Honor Society during a ceremony on Saturday, February 17, 2024. Amanda is a member of the Class of 2026 at Elmira College.

The following students were named to the fall 2023 president’s list at SUNY Oswego:

•Leilhana M. Abu-Sbaih of Rochester, adolescence education, Spanish

•Carolyn E. Adams of Hilton, adolescence education

•Rachel A. Brase of Rochester, zoology

•Leena C. Captain of Rochester, illustration

•Connor J. Censak of Rochester, history, cinema and screen studies

•Joseph C. Clark of Rochester, business administration (online)

•Erin M. Cody of Rochester, finance

•Aniyah D. Dukes-Snead of Greece, accounting

• Avalina Hand of North Chili, wellness management (online)

•Sean D. Hurley of Rochester, theatre

• Elaina N. Johnson of Rochester, biology

• Briana M. Lathrop of Rochester, criminal justice

•Bryan W. Morano of Rochester, history

• Sean Nash of Brockport, creative writing

•Marie C. Parker of Rochester, global and international studies, language and international trade

• Madeline R. Post of Churchville, zoology

•Grace M. Richardson of Rochester, criminal justice

•Julia H. Ryan of Rochester, zoology

•Natalie R. Shah of Spencerport, creative writing

•Sarah M. Winden of Rochester, human development

The following students were named to the 2023 fall deans’ list at SUNY Oswego:

• Ayomide J. Adeniyi of Rochester, public relations (online)

•Melina A. Christodaro of Rochester, psychology

•Rachel A. Corbett of Rochester, business administration

•Jenna N. Curtis of Rochester, adolescence education

•Michael J. Daly of Rochester, adolescence education, English

•Dominic A. DiLiberto of Rochester, finance

•Grace Fitzgerald of Rochester, childhood education

• Hannah R. Gibbons of Rochester, criminal justice

•Madison N. Huebbers of Rochester, zoology

•Eleanor M. Kazel of Rochester, childhood education

•Emilee M. Kromer of Spencerport, childhood education

•Griffin R. Kutny of Rochester, zoology

•Truman T. Leone of Rochester, business administration

•Zandyr Meakin of Hilton, graphic design

•Molly G. Morano of Rochester, software engineering, applied mathematics

•Matthew Shuryn of Rochester, interaction design

•Jacob T. Spakoski of Rochester, music (audio recording and production)

•Elise A. Steele of Rochester, theatre

• Jocelyn B. Strawser of Rochester, criminal justice

•Chris D. Trimper of Rochester, global and international studies

•Alek J. White of Brockport, computer science

• Theodore H. Young of Rochester, software engineering.

The following students were named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS):

•Anna Burkhartzmeyer of Brockport

•Ryan Kurtz of Hilton

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual budget hearing for the qualified voters of the Holley Central School District (the “District”) on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the District Office BOE Room at the Elementary School building on North Main Street in the Village of Holley to present the proposed 2024-2025 budget.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual School District Meeting and Vote of the District (the “Annual Meeting and Vote”) will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the main entrance foyer of the District’s Middle/High School Building on Lynch Road for the following purposes: (1) electing four members of the Board of Education (the “Board”); (2) voting on the District’s proposed budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year; (3) voting on the purchase of replacement school buses; and (4) raising funds for the Community Free Library; and transacting such other business as authorized by law or rules of the Board.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that the Board will have prepared and completed a detailed statement in writing of the amount of money which will be required for the 2024-2025 fiscal year for school purposes, specifying the several purposes and the amount for each. Such statement will be prepared and made available upon request to residents of the District from May 7, 2024 through May 21, 2024, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., prevailing time (exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays) at the main offices in the Elementary School and the Middle/High School or at the District Office in the Elementary School.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that an election for members of the Board shall be held to fill four (4) positions on the Board consisting of the following: 3 three-year terms (resulting from the expiration of the terms of Anne Smith, Brian McKeon, and Salvatore De Luca, Jr.) and a two-year term (resulting from the resignation of Robin Silvis, which seat is currently held by Board appointee Jennifer Reisman). The three candidates with the highest vote totals will be elected to three (3) year terms commencing July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2027. The candidate with the fourth highest vote total will be elected to a two-year term of office commencing May 22, 2024 and ending June 30, 2026.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that candidates for the office of member of the Board shall be nominated by petition, and that such petitions must be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., not later than April 22, 2024. Each petition shall be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District, shall be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District, or two percent of the number of voters who voted in the previous Annual Meeting and Vote, whichever is greater, shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate. Petitions may be obtained from the District Clerk in the Elementary School building during regular business hours Monday through Friday (except holidays).

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that voting at the Annual Meeting and Vote shall consist of voting on the election of four members of the Board, and voting on the following propositions, and voting on such other propositions as may be authorized by law and the rules of the Board:

PROPOSITION NO. 1

2024-2025 BUDGET

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:

“RESOLVED, that the budget for the Holley Central School District (the “District”) for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025, as presented by the Board of Education of the District, is hereby approved and adopted and the required funds therefor are hereby appropriated, and the necessary real property taxes required shall be raised by a tax on the taxable real property in the District to be levied and collected as required by law.”

PROPOSITION NO. 2

AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF REPLACEMENT SCHOOL BUSES

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:

“RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Holley Central School District be authorized to purchase replacement school buses at an aggregate estimated maximum cost of $363,000, with the cost thereof to be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable real property of the School District, to be collected in annual installments and partially offset by state aid, and in anticipation of such tax, such debt obligations of the School District as may be necessary (including obligations in the form of lease/purchase or installment purchase contracts having a term of not more than five years), not to exceed such estimated maximum cost, shall be issued.”

PROPOSITION NO. 3

LOCAL LIBRARY APPROPRIATION

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to wit:

“RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of Holley Central School District, pursuant to Section 259 of the Education Law of the State of New York, be authorized and empowered to levy and collect an annual tax, year after year, separate and apart from the annual District budget, in the amount of $206,840 which shall be paid to the Community Free Library, Holley, New York for the support and maintenance of that library; with this appropriated amount to be the annual appropriation until thereafter modified by a future vote of the qualified voters of the District.”

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters may obtain applications for absentee and early mail ballots from the office of the Clerk of the District in the Elementary School building between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., prevailing time. Completed applications for absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than Tuesday, May 14, 2024, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, and no later than Monday, May 20, 2024, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. No absentee or early mail ballot will be counted unless it has been received at the office of the Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2024, the day of the election. A listing of all persons to whom absentee and early mail ballots have been issued will be available for inspection by any qualified voter of the District at the District Clerk’s office on each of the five days prior to the election, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that a District resident unable to vote because of military service, as defined by Regulations of the Commissioner (Part 122), who is absent from the District on the day of the election, or the spouse, parent, child or dependent of a voter as described above, accompanying or being with such voter, if a qualified voter of the State of New York and a resident of the District, may request an application for a military ballot. Applications may be obtained from Connie Nenni, District Clerk, by mail at 3800 North Main Street, Holley, NY 14470, by telephone at (585) 638-6316, Ext. 2003 or by email at cnenni@holleycsd.org. In a request for a military ballot application or ballot, the military voter may indicate his/her preference for receiving the application or ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail. Ballot applications must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m. on April 25, 2024, and military ballots must be received at the District Clerk’s office not later than 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2024, the day of the election.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that District residents are encouraged to closely monitor the District’s website at www.holleycsd.org for the most up-to-date information concerning the District’s Annual Meeting and Vote.

Connie Nenni, District Clerk

Dated: March 29, 2024

Holley Central School District

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing/presentation of the Kendall Central School District, Orleans and Monroe Counties, Kendall, NY 14476 will be held at the Kendall JSHS Library. The public hearing will begin at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 for the presentation of the budget document and introduction of Board of Education candidate(s).

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the 2024 vote and board member election will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 between the hours of 6 AM and 9 PM in the Kendall Town Hall, 1873 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476, at which time the polls will be opened to vote by voting machine upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the Kendall Central School District for the fiscal year 20242025 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxable property of the District.

2. Transportation

Shall the following resolution be adopted by the Board of Education?

RESOLVED, to authorize the purchase of motor vehicles for use in the transportation program of the District, including passenger buses, and expend therefore an aggregate sum not to exceed $350,000 and be it further RESOLVED, that the sum of $350,000 being the aggregate of the aforesaid maximum estimated amounts, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the appropriation of the amount of $350,000 from the School Bus Reserve Fund with the remainder to be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable property in the District and collected in annual installments as provided in Section 416 of the Education Law, and in anticipation of such tax, obligations of the District shall be issued: and be it further RESOLVED that the District shall be authorized to enter into one or more purchase contracts, installment purchase contracts or leases with a term of up to five years, and otherwise on terms satisfactory to the Board of Education, with respect to one or more of the vehicles hereby authorized to be acquired.

3. To elect one (1) member to the Board of Education for a term of five years commencing July 1, 2024 and expiring June 30, 2029.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the School District’s budget for 2024-2025, exclusive of public monies, and the tax exemption report may be obtained by any resident of the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the school vote and election except Saturday, Sunday or holidays, and on the date of the election, at the offices of each of the following schoolhouses in which school is maintained during 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM: Kendall Elementary School, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476; Kendall Junior-Senior High School, 16887 Roosevelt Highway, Kendall, NY 14476; and Kendall Central School District Office, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be filed with the District Clerk at the Clerk’s Office in the Kendall Elementary School Building, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476, not later than April 22, 2024, between 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Each petition shall be directed to the District Clerk of said District. Complete candidate qualifications can be obtained from the District Clerk at 585-659-2741. The petition must state the name and residence in the Kendall School District of the candidate.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that absentee ballot applications may be obtained between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk in the District Office at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476. The District Clerk must receive completed applications at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the District Office. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY, on and after May 15, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM except for Saturday and Sunday and on the day of the election, and said list will be posted at the polling place at the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that early voter applications may be obtained between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, except holidays, from the District Clerk in the District Office at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476. The District Clerk must receive completed applications at least seven (7) days before

the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Early voter ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the District Office. A list of persons to whom early voter ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY, on and after May 15, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM except for Saturday and Sunday and on the day of the election, and said list will be posted at the polling place at the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that military voters as defined by Commissioner’s regulation Part 122 who are qualified voters of the District may apply for a military ballot during school business hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM at the District Clerk’s Office, 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military ballot application/military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such application/ballot. Completed applications for military ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 4:00 PM. on April 26, 2024. Ballots for military voters shall be mailed, or otherwise distributed, no later than twenty-five (25) days prior to the election. Completed military ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5 PM on the day of the election in order to be canvassed.

A list of persons to whom military ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the District Clerk’s Office at 1932 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476, on and after May 15, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, except for Saturday and Sunday and on the day of the election, and said list will be posted at the polling place at the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said annual vote and member election. A qualified voter is one who is (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) eighteen years of age or older, and (3) resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding the annual vote and election. The School District may require all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law 2018-c. Such forms may include picture identification, a driver’s license, a nondriver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District may also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with Sections 2035 and 2008 of the Education Law, any referenda or propositions to amend the budget, or otherwise, to be submitted for voting at said election, must be filed with the Board of Education at the District Office on or before April 22, 2024 at 4:00 P.M.; must be typed or printed in English; must be directed to the District Clerk in the District Office, and must comply with District policy on the topic.

Audra Keirn, School District Clerk Kendall Central School District

Michael Bourne appointed Spencerport HS principal

Michael Bourne has been appointed as the new principal of Spencerport High School, starting in June 2024. He will be working closely with retiring Principal Sean McCabe during his initial onboarding to ensure a smooth transition in leadership.

Superintendent Ty Zinkiewich said, “We are pleased to welcome Mike Bourne as the new principal of Spencerport High School. His vision, dedication, and drive for excellence are all qualities that we believe will make a great fit, and we look forward to the continued growth and success of our students and school.”

The Board of Education officially approved his appointment on March 26, following a thorough search process that included stakeholder input and interviews by a committee consisting of students, parents/guardians, staff, civic leaders, and board members.

Bourne comes to Spencerport from the Brockport Central School District, where he has worked as an administrator since 2013. Specifically, he has been an assistant principal for the last nine years and the coordinator of inclusive education for two years. His career in education began in 2005, teaching social studies at the

secondary level in the Kendall Central School District and for two years serving as their coordinator of special education.

“The Spencerport community means so much to me and my family,” Bourne said. “As a Spencerport graduate and long-time resident, I am beyond excited to return to my Ranger roots. I’m looking forward to working with our Spencerport High School students, faculty, and families to provide a topnotch educational experience that serves as a capstone of a journey that started back in elementary school. I

can’t wait to get started! Go Rangers!” Bourne holds a bachelor’s degree in adolescence education from SUNY Cortland, a master’s degree in education and human development from SUNY Brockport, and an advanced certificate in school district leadership from SUNY Brockport. Provided information and photo

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Tops Market – 98 South Ave.

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7 Eleven – 161 South Union St.

Abe’s Restaurant – 5232 Ridge Rd. W.

Big M Market – 1520 Spencerport Rd.

Brewski’s – 5019 Ridge Rd. W.

Byrne Dairy – 2295 Spencerport Rd.

DJ’s Pizza – 2139 North Union St.

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Joe’s Mart Gas Station – 5028 Ridge Rd. W.

NAPA – 380 South Union St.

Ogden Gardens, 20 Kingsford Lane

Ogden Senior Center – 200 South Union St.

Ogden Town Hall – 269 Ogden Center Rd.

Slayton Place – 26 Slayton Ave.

Spencerport Family Apothecary – 42 Nichols St.

Sullivan’s Charbroil – 4712 Ridge Rd. W.

Tops Market – 27 Slayton Ave.

Trowbridge Apartments – 67 Lyell Ave.

Valero Gas Station – 2371 Spencerport Rd.

Walgreens – 2841 Nichols St.

Yellow Goose Gas Station – 3512 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.

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7 Eleven – 8400 Buffalo Rd.

Bergen Meadows – 6619 N. Lake Rd.

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We have expanded and built an all new service building to better serve the automotive needs of our community and fellow car enthusiasts.

As women age, we often find challenges in keeping our weight down and our strength and energy up. Working with a specialized trainer and health coach with more than 20 years experience in working exclusively with local women can help! Spring Jump Start Program at Atlas

• 3 one-on-one personal training sessions

• 1 nutrition/health coaching consult

• beginning and ending weight and body fatassessment

• includes 1 mo. gym membership (at Atlas) Women’s small group workouts, weight management, and cancer/disease prevention programs also available. Contact Tami at

The Brockport Lions Club assembled and delivered 50 food bags to Brockport area families in need on Wednesday, March 27. Pictured are some of the Lion members packing the food bags in preparation for delivery. Family names were provided by the Brockport Food Shelf and the Brockport School District. The Brockport Lions distribute food

at Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. For more information on the Brockport Lions Club, contact Greg Lund at 964-2774. Provided information and photo.

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and AAA Western and Central New York is reminding drivers of the dangers of distractions behind the wheel. Distracted driving is deadly, claiming 3,308 lives in 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In 2022, distracted driving contributed to 8% of all the lives lost to crashes on U.S. roadways, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

AAA believes that no distraction is worth risking a life. Focused drivers save lives and prevent injuries. NHTSA reports that nearly 290,000 people were injured in traffic crashes involving distracted drivers in 2022. AAA urges all drivers to pay attention and focus on the road during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and all year long.

“Every April, AAA tries to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving with educational messaging. This year, with the eclipse taking place on April 8, the message is even more urgent,” said Elizabeth Carey, Director of Public Relations at AAA Western and Central New York. “Drivers should not attempt to view the eclipse while driving, nor should they try to take video or photos behind the wheel. It’s important to prepare and have a plan in place for safe eclipse viewing.”

AAA suggests planning ahead to find a place to park and observe the eclipse. The only safe way to look directly at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed sun is through special-purpose solar filters, such as “eclipse glasses” or hand-held solar viewers. Do not drive with eclipse glasses on. Drivers should also keep their headlights turned on.

Find more eclipse safety tips at https:// info.westerncentralny.aaa.com/newsroom/total-solar-eclipse-becomes-tourism-sensation.

While most people realize distracted driving is a danger, they continue to use their phones behind the wheel. According to AT&T, more than 95% of those surveyed consider smartphone distracted driving to be dangerous, but 9 in 10 people admit to doing it anyway. The research also shows that 7 in 10 drivers say their smartphone has become essential for getting around.

AAA encourages drivers to learn how to use Driving Focus features on smartphones, which are designed to prevent incoming calls and texts while a vehicle is in motion. This technology can save lives. After all, driving 55 miles per hour, taking your eyes off the road for five seconds, is like traveling the length of a football field blindfolded.

Distractions include more than texting. Anything that diverts attention from driving—eating and drinking, adjusting the navigation, picking your next podcast, talking to other passengers, or talking or texting on the phone—can result in a fatal injury.

All drivers should focus on the road and avoid distractions, not just this month, but every day, to protect themselves and others. Among people who died in crashes reported to involve a distracted driver, 40% of the deaths were the distracted drivers themselves, 16% were their passengers, 26% were people in other vehicles, and 18% were people outside of vehicles (pedestrians, cyclists, etc.), according to NHTSA. Provided information

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Area Worship Services

Come to Life BiBLe ChurCh

Our Services are on Saturday evenings at 6:30pm at Cornerstone Bible Chapel, 3231 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624. Website: https://cometolifebible.church/

Phone Number: (Call or Text) 315-690-8708

Come to Life Bible Church is to be...

A place where you are invited to...

Come as you are, and see the Bible come to life. Get to know Jesus, and experience the Holy Spirit

eLmGroVeuNiteDmethoDiSt ChurCh

We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-247-4973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10AM - led by Rev. Jeff Aiosa. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@yahoo. com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!

firSt PreSBYteriAN ChurChof ChiLi

Our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue, continues to spread God’s love, as Pastor Brandi and our Church Family extend a warm welcome to all. We’d love to have you join us for worship, Sundays, 10 am, a family friendly service, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording (URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. We offer a wide variety of music genres: bells, choir, classical and praise team; Youth group (grades 5-12); Sunday Bible Study at 9 am; Food Cupboard distribution on the third Saturday each month; yearly mission trip opportunities for youth and adults; prayer group each Tuesday at 2 pm; Labyrinth Trail located at 3551 Chili Avenue; and various small group studies through the year. In need of prayer or counsel, call or email the church office: 585-889-9896 or fpc3600@gmail.com. Handicapped accessible. Website: chili-presbyterian.org.

hiLtoN BAPtiSt ChurCh

50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and Live-Streaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches. Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!

hiLtoNuNiteDmethoDiSt ChurCh

Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www.humcny.org, E-mail: office@humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. All are welcome. Please visit us in person. Handicap Accessible.

hoPe BroCKPort

Are you seeking hope and wondering about faith or spiritual things? Then look no further than Hope Brockport! We warmly welcome you to our friendly community. Here, you will find love, support, and guidance as we navigate life together. You are invited to join us as we gather together every Sunday at 9:30 am, Hope Kids on Sundays at 9:30 am for children up to 5th grade, and Hope Youth on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm for 6th - 12th grade students. To connect, send questions to connect@sharethehope. org, call (585) 723-4673, or visit sharethehope.org to learn more. We are conveniently located at 6601 Fourth Section Road, Brockport, NY (Rt 31 - right across from Wegmans). We can’t wait to meet you!

mortoN BAPtiSt ChurCh

1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@ gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am (can also be viewed on Facebook or YouTube). Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 4:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.

NAtiVitY of the BLeSSeD VirGiNmArYand

St. eLizABeth ANN SetoN CAthoLiC PAriSheS

Nativity – 152 Main Street, Brockport (585-637-4500)

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (SEAS) –3747 Brick Schoolhouse Road, Hamlin (585-964-8627)

Rev. Joseph Marcoux, pastor of both Parishes. Weekend Masses: Saturday 5PM at Nativity; Sunday 9AM at SEAS and 11AM at Nativity, 1:30PM Spanish Mass at Nativity. Daily Masses: 8AM at Nativity on Monday and Friday; 9AM at SEAS on Tuesday and Wednesday.

oGDeN PreSBYteriAN ChurCh

Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary led by Pastor Whitney Scoville, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www. ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.

the Potter’ShouSe ChriStiANfeLLoWShiP ChurCh

4756 Lake Road South, Suite 7, Brockport, NY 14420 Website: Brockportphchurch.com Phone: 585-943-1719

Services: Sunday at 10:30 am and 6 pm; Thursday at 7 pm.

SPeNCerPort ASSemBLY of GoD

We are located at 3940 Canal Road in Spencerport. We offer a warm welcome to all. Come join us as we seek the LORD through worship, prayer and Bible study. Sunday School is 9:30 AM, Sunday Worship is at 1030 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service! Wednesday prayer meeting is 6:30 PM. Contact us at 585-352-5900. We are on Facebook; Email is SpencerportAG@gmail.com.

SPeNCerPort BiBLe ChurCh

1948 North Union Street, Spencerport. Phone: 585-352-1241 We have a new interim pastor! Pastor Domenic Danesi, of Rescue and Revive Ministries. We invite you to visit us Sunday mornings as we worship through music, studying the Bible, and fellowship with coffee and cookies. Our main worship service at 10:45am is family integrated - All are welcome to join. Adult Bible Studies starts at 9:30am. Wednesday: Bible Study over Zoom - 7pm. Visit our website or check out our Facebook page for more information. spencerportbiblechurch.org

SPeNCerPortfirSt CoNGreGAtioNAL

uNiteD ChurChof ChriSt

Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown Spencerport, NY 14559. (585) 352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee hour in Fellowship hall. Handicap accessible. Email: info@spencerportucc.org. Website: www. spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.

St. ChriStoPher’S ChurCh

3350 Union Street, North Chili, Parish Office: 594-1400. We are a welcoming Catholic community with a focus on Faith in God and Service to His people. Join us for Mass any Saturday at 4:30PM, Sunday at 10:00AM or weekdays on Monday at 12:10 PM or Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:00AM. All are welcome in this place! We have a gifted Music Ministry including a Choir, Folk Group and Contemporary Group as well as a committed Faith Formation program for our youth. We offer many events throughout the year for our congregation and the surrounding community designed to deepen our faith and serve our brothers and sisters in the Rochester area. Check out our website at https://www.stchristophersnchili.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest updates.

St. GeorGe’SePiSCoPAL ChurCh

Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am. All services are both in-person and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, a Bible Study on Tuesdays, live music, Sunday School, semi-monthly Youth Group meetings and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm).

St. JohN

LutherAN ChurCh

Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585964-2550. Sunday Services: 8:30

AM & 11 AM; 5th Sunday one service at 9:30 AM. Adult Bible Class & Sunday School at 9:45 AM (September – June). To view our services or devotions, go to stjohnhamlin.org. “To KNOW Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”

St. JohNthe

eVANGeLiSt ChurCh

St. John’s is a place to encounter Christ in the sacraments, in community and in the Scriptures through prayer, service, and fellowship. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Daily Mass, Tuesdays, & Thursdays at 8am and Wednesdays & Fridays at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays. Confession Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm and Saturdays 3:454:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (Benediction at 5:50pm) & Sunday 1:30-4:30pm (Evening Prayer at 4:00pm, Benediction at 4:15pm). Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages. We are located at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit our website at www. StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Our Parochial Administrator is Fr. Sriram Sadhanala.

St. Leo’S CAthoLiC ChurCh

110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleohilton.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 8 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 2:30-3:30 PM; Rosary 3:30 PM; Mass 4 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.

St.mArY’S ChurChSt.mArK’S ChurCh

13 South Main Street, Holley16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org.

Daily Mass: Tueday-Friday 8 AM at St. Mary’s (no Mass on Monday); St. Mary Vigil Mass 4 PM on Saturday; St. Mark Vigil Mass 5:30 PM on Saturday; Sunday Mass 10 AM at St. Mary’s.

St. PAuL LutherAN ChurCh & SChooL

158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, 585-392-4000, www.stpaulhilton. org. Senior Pastor: Rev. Mark Ball – pastorball@stpaulhilton.org, office 585-392-4000. Worship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Champions for Christ – Sunday at 9:45am; Adult Classes – Sunday at 9:45am; Ladies and Mens Bible Study – Thursdays at 10:30am. School: Meeting your child’s learning needs from age 2 through 8th grade. Call for a tour!

triNitY LutherAN ChurCh & Pre-SChooL

191 Nichols Street (Rte. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Pastor Steve Shrum. Trinity’s Updated Worship Schedules starting Sunday, October 1st – Traditional service at 9:00AM; Adult Bible Study, Sunday School, & Confirmation at 10:00AM; Contemporary service at 11:00AM with Children’s Church. Both worship services will be live streamed on YouTube. Visit our new website at www.TrinitySpencerport. org. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail.com. ‘We are a Christ-centered church here to assist and rejuvenate the community through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We are a people that will equip families to draw closer to the Lord.’

uNioN CoNGreGAtioNAL

uNiteD ChurChof ChriSt

14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church.Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665 or stop by to talk with Pastor Bradley Klug any Wednesday from noon to 2 pm; e-mail us at unionucc@frontier. com or check our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.

Congressional Art Competition open to high school students

Each spring, a nation-wide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of representatives. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize and uplift the artistic talent of our community.

The competition is open to all high school students in the 25th Congressional District, represented by Congressman Joe Morelle. The winning artwork of the district’s competition will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol. The exhibit in Washington will include the winning artwork from all participating districts from around the country. The winning artwork will also be featured on the House of representative’s web page.

Artwork entered in the contest may be up to 26” x 26” x 4” if and when framed; unframed artwork must be small enough to accommodate a frame that is no larger than 26” x 26” x 4’. The artwork must not weigh more than 15 pounds, including the frame. Accepted mediums are:

• p a intings - including oil, acrylics, and watercolor

•Drawings - including pastels, colored pencil, pencil, charcoal, ink, and markers (It is recommended that charcoal and pastel drawings be fixed.)

•Collages - must be two dimensional

•prints - including lithographs, silkscreen, and block prints

•Mixed Media - use of more than two mediums such as pencil, ink, watercolor, etc.

•Computer-generated art

•photography.

All entries must be original in concept, design and execution and may not violate any U.S. copyright laws. Work entered must be in the original medium (that is, not a scanned reproduction of a painting or drawing).

The rules, checklist, and release form for the competition are located at https://tinyurl.com/295kj58r. Each submission must be accompanied by a completed release form. Submissions are due by April 26, 2024 at 4 p.m., and can be submitted to representative Joe Morelle’s District Office at 255 East Avenue, Suite 150, rochester, NY 14604.

Those with questions may contact Carly Bird at Carly.Bird@mail.house.gov or 585-232-4850. provided information

CTE students shine at SkillsUSA regional competition

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES Career and Technical Education students’ skills were in full effect on March 5 at the SkillsUSA NY Area 1 regionals. BOCES 2 CTE students medaled in 11 competitions, earned honors in three additional and took home a regional officer position.

Two BOCES 2 CTE students placed first in their respective competitions. Dental Assisting student Le’Asijah Bullard (Greece) earned gold in Action Skills while Outdoor powersports Technology student Tommy Auer (Churchville-Chili) garnered the top spot in Small Engine Service Basic.

Seven BOCES 2 CTE students finished in second place across four competitions. Individual wins were garnered by: Dental Assisting student Isabella Goosey (Hilton) in Action Skills; Digital and Visual Communication student Avery Monsees (Spencerport) in Advertising Design; and Baking student Madison Baird (Wheatland-Chili) in Commercial Baking. Four BOCES 2 CTE students earned a second-place team win in Quiz Bowl: Digital and Visual Communication student Erin Newton (Spencerport); Dental Assisting students Thiara Morrobel-Moreta (Greece) and Melana Tobin (Hilton); and Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance student ryan Williams (Brockport).

Additionally, four third-place victories were won by BOCES 2 CTE students: Introduction to Construction Trades student Maddox LaJuett (Brockport) in Carpenter’s Assistant Basic; Criminal Justice student Ariel Travis (Gates Chili) in Criminal Justice; Culinary Arts student Keith Wyatt (Gates Chili) in Food prep Basic; and Den tal Assisting student Nivea McInnis (Greece) in prepared Speech.

Adding to the top finishers were three BOCES 2 CTE students with fourth-place finishes: Culinary Arts student Wayquill Wynn (Gates Chili) in Culinary Arts; Medical Laboratory Assisting and phlebotomy student Kennedy Johnson (Greece) in Job Interview; and Digital and Visual Communication student Faith Waver (Gates Chili) in photography.

Also at the regional competition, Medical Laboratory Assisting and phlebotomy student Savannah Wehner (Spencerport) was named New York State Area 1 Vice president.

The next step in SkillsUSA competitions is the New York State SkillsUSA Competition held in Syracuse at the end of April. provided information and photos

Brynn King wins Texas Relays, sets NCAA Division II outdoor pole vault record

Brynn King felt right at home in her native Texas on Saturday, March 30.

King, a fifth-year student at Wesleyan University, won the women’s elite pole vault at the Clyde Littlefield Texas relays in record-breaking fash ion at Mike A. Myers Track & Soccer Stadium on the University of Texas campus.

King cleared 4.68 meters (15-feet, 4.25 inches) to break her own NCAA Division II outdoor record of 4.60 meters (15-1) while establishing new personal and meet standards for the university division.

“It was exciting,” said King, a native of The Woodlands, Texas, who had about 20 family members on hand to cheer her on.

King, who won the NCAA Division II indoor championship with a record-breaking effort of 4.65

meters (15-3) on March 8, entered the competition at 4.30 meters (14-1) and was successful on her first attempt. She needed two attempts to clear 4.50 meters (14-9) and the field was down to four when she decided to skip the next bar.

“We weren’t as focused on other people, we just stuck to our plan,” King said. “The meet was moving pretty fast, so we decided to pass on 4.6 and get a little bit of extra rest and go for 4.68.”

The decision set King up for success when Hana Moll, the only other collegian in the field of six, Anicka Newell and Emily Grove each missed their three attempts at 4.6.

“I passed on the bar before, so I knew that I just had to go out there and make a jump,” King said. “I knew that I had the pole and I had the grip, I just had to go out there and execute.”

King was using two poles that she had never used before while trying to attain a height that she had reached for the first time in practice earlier this week.

After a self-described “funky jump” on her first try, King clinched the victory on her second attempt by landing the fifth-best jump in NCAA women’s outdoor history. She then tried for the all-time NCAA outdoor mark, but missed all three attempts at 4.74 meters. Olivia Gruver of the University of Washington owns the NCAA of of 4.73 meters (15-6.25) which was set on March 29, 2019.

“This was another huge meet for Brynn with extra pressures and she h andled them well,” r oberts pole vault coordinator Jenn Suhr said.

“She planted two poles that she has never been on and came away with a pr (personal record). She took really good shots at the overall collegiate record and is finding her timing at the higher bars.”

Suhr, the 2012 Olympic gold medalist, owns the all-time meet record of 4.91 meters (16-1.25) in 2019.

King, who was a high school senior at the time, was in the stands to watch Suhr that day after clearing 13-feet to finish fifth in the High School A Division.

Now, after spending the first four years of her college career at Duke University, she is soaring even higher with Suhr as her coach as a roberts Wesleyan redhawk. provided information and photo

Le’Asijah Bullard

Isabella Goosey

Tommy Auer

Avery Monsees Savannah Wehner

Madison Baird

Melana Tobin, Thiara Morrobel-Moreta, Ryan Williams, and Erin Newton.

Brynn King