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• SCHOOL BUS SAFETY •

Drive slowly in school zones and bus stops. Be alert! Look for children running to the bus stop, especially without a sidewalk.

Double check for children when backing out of your driveway or garage.

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Breaded Pork Chop Dinner

“CLASSIC COUNTRY”

WXRL / Ramblin’ Lou Tours

Hosted by the Ramblin’ Lou Family

Sprague’sMapleFarm-TurkeyDinner/ SenecaAlleg.Casino. New Incentives: $30casinobonus&$10foodcredit

December 6 - It’s the 56th Annual WXRL/ Ramblin’ Lou Family Band Christmas Show & Live Radio Broadcast Classics V Banquet Ctr. Amherst, NY

2 Hr. Christmas Show 11am-1pm, includes luncheon at 1pm.

Tickets $45 each. ON SALE NOW!

To order tickets send a check to: WXRL Radio, PO Box 170, Lancaster, NY 14086. Tickets may also be purchased at the WXRL Studios during regular business hours.

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Many more tours coming soon! Visit WXRL.com - Tours

May 12-18 Memphis,Graceland,Nashville,Grand OleOpry

June 14-18 CapeCod/Martha’sVineyard/WhaleWatch

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OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Sept. 20, 2025

4-6pm • $20 Polish Falcons NEST 493

Pre-order deadline September 12th

Pre-sale & Takeout Only 123 South Swan St. • Batavia

Please call 343-4088 or 343-0225. Feel free to leave a message.

HOW

STUDENTS CAN HANDLE THE TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL

Participate in a school-based transition program. Middle schools frequently host open houses for elementary school students, who can take tours of the campus. Parents can take part in these events with their children. If your schedule does not allow you to attend, then schedule a private tour with the middle school principal or a faculty member. Middle school guidance counselors or guest speakers also may make the rounds, visiting elementary schools directly. Be sure your student attends such information sessions so he or she can get an idea of what to expect during middle school.

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All other edition deadlines remain the same: Tuesday: Canal Path @ 2pm • Monroe East @ 4pm • Rush-Henrietta @ 5pm Wednesday: Eastway @ 9am • Canandaigua-Naples @ 10am Dansville-Wayland @ 12pm • Tri County @ 1pm • Batavia @ 2pm Oatka @ 3pm • Lake Country @ 4pm • Livingston @ 4pm Thursday: Southern Tier Shopper @ 12pm

September Specials!

You've had a busy week. The kids are back in school.

Why not have a date night?

Date Night Dinner for Two - $60

Served Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays 4 to 6pm only.

• Shrimp Cocktail - 4 piece • (2) Your choice of 8oz Prime Rib or 4oz Filet Mignon

• Choice of 2 sides • 2 Garden Salads • 2 Ice Cream Sundaes

Early Bird Dinners Served Tuesday through Friday and Sunday 4 to 6pm only.

• Chicken Parmesan with angel hair pasta.

• Chardonnay Cream Shrimp Scampi over angel hair pasta.

• 8 ounce Prime Rib with choice of potato.

- Includes fresh garden salad and homemade specialty bread.

To Go Specials Available every day 4 to 7pm.

• Prime Rib Sandwich with French fries $14

• Smokey Bacon Shrimp Pasta with garden salad $18

• BBQ Prime Rib Tips with mashed potatoes and dinner roll $20

Fridays in September

Half price drinks at the bar. 6pm 'til close - excludes bottles of wine and champagne

Fish Fry Friday ~ To go only

Fresh Haddock Fish Fry with homemade slaw and French fries $14

Surf and Turf Saturday Steak Specials Locally grown steak - while supply lasts.

• Garlic Parmesan Butter Sirloin with 6oz. Lobster Pot $36

• Cajun T-Bone with 4oz. tail $46

• Bacon Blue Butter 2-4oz. Ground Chuck Steak with Grilled BBQ Shrimp $26

- Includes fresh garden salad, choice of potato and homemade specialty bread.

Food trailers are out and about!

It's really the last month to enjoy your food trailer favorites. Follow us on Facebook to see where we are!

The Betterment Committee of Stafford Welcomes You To Come Join Us At Emery Park (Route 5) For Our First "Music In The Park" Tuesday, September 16th from 5:30 to 8pm! Featuring Josh Hawkins and Far Out Faces Facepainting.

~ Food Available ~

e Red Osier Landmark Restaurant Food Truck

Pizza – Shell's Post

Hot dogs and drinks – Betterment Committee of Stafford

Coffee and Hot Cocoa – Select Collision

Route 5, Stafford • 343-6972

No affiliation with Red Osier Rochester, RPM Enterprise, Total Sandwich Catering or Sammies-n-Sweets.

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Students who meet certain requirements may be eligible for scholarships. While academic or athletic skills are the first criteria associated with scholarships, they are not the only avenues by which students can pursue scholarships. Scholarships may be offered to students of certain ethnic groups; children of employees at particular companies; or to students who live in particular states. Local branches of organizations like the Rotary Club or Kiwanis also may give out scholarships.

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or daughter about any additional fears he or she may have. If students are worried about academics, spend some time over the summer going over the curriculum. If the potential for peer pressure is a cause for concern, reinforce advice on how to react to peer pressure.

By Fifi Rodriguez

1. GEOGRAPHY: What canal connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea?

2. MOVIES: Which of Disney’s animated princess movies was the first to get a live-action version?

3. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a male duck called?

4. LITERATURE: In which famous museum does a murder take place in the novel “The Da Vinci Code”?

5. SCIENCE: What part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?

6. TELEVISION: When did the animated TV sitcom “The Flintstones” debut?

7. U.S. CITIES: Which city is known for the saying, “Where young people go to retire”?

8. FOOD & DRINK: Which Southeast Asian fruit has such a strong smell that it’s banned on public transportation?

9. ASTRONOMY: Which star is the brightest in the night sky?

10. MEASUREMENTS: How many meters are in a kilometer?

ANSWERS

hometown events

RICHMONDMEMORIALLIBRARY:

TheFriendsoftheRichmondMemorialLibrarywillholdtheirMonthly BookSaleonThursdaySeptember4 2025from9AMto7PM.

Thesalewillbedownstairsinthe Wilber-FoxMemorialRoomofthe Library,19RossStinBatavia.

TheMEMBERSONLYPREVIEW SALEwillbeheldonWednesday September3from5PM.to7PM. NewMemberscanjoinatthedoor. GreatselectionofAdultandChildren`sbooks,hardcoverandpaperbacksandDVD`s.

ALBION

CobblestoneMuseumOpen House! CometotheCobblestone Museum(14393RidgeRdW, Albion)OpenHouseonSaturday, September6,10am-3pm.Free admissionforallagestoten campusbuildingswithwristband. Meetvisitingartisansdemonstratingavarietyofskills--basketweaving,blacksmithing,lace makingandmuchmore.TrymakingbutteratFarmersHall.Orlythe BicentennialOxat1:30pm.Food Tent,11am-2pm.ViewtheOrleansCountyBicentennialQuilton displayinsidethe1834 CobblestoneChurch.Findfull eventdetailsat Cobblestonemuseum.orgorcall 585-589-9013formoreinfo.

DuoScambioConcert! Enjoya Saturdayafternoonconcertatthe CobblestoneMuseum.Duo ScambioofRochesterwillperform avarietyofmusicfromtheCivil WarerathroughWWII.Theirprogramincludespopularmusic,alittlemoviemusic,patrioticmusic, andpieceswrittenforfluteand piano.HeldSeptember6,3-4pm insidethe1834Universalist CobblestoneChurch(14393Ridge RdW,Albion)sponsoredby ChristopherMitchellFuneral Homes.Free-willofferingsgladly acceptedtobenefitthe CobblestoneSociety.TheOrleans CountyBicentennialQuiltwillbe ondisplayinsidethechurchforall toview.

ALEXANDER

AlexanderHappyAgers will meetonMonday,September8th foracateredmealofChickenand BiscuitsatTheChurchin Alexander,3389ChurchStreet. Thecostwillbe$5.00perperson andreservationsneedtobemade bycallingMarciaat721-5625.All food,beveragesandtableservice willbeprovidedforthe5:30p.m. meal.Wehopetoseeyouthere.

BATAVIA

TheGreatBataviaTrainSale- All formsofmodelrailroadandtrainrelatedmerchandisewillbe available.Over100vendorswillbe offeringallscalesofmodeltrains andhistoricrailroaditems.Modelingdemonstrations,andalimited numberofportablelayouts,willbe partofthefun.Freeparking,onsiteconcessionstand,andplentyof seatingaddtotheexperience. September7,9:30-3:30pm,GeneseeCommunityCollegeRichardC CallArena,OneCollegeRd.,Batavia.$7adults,$3under18,freefor childrenunder13.http://gsme.org

LGBTQ+YouthDrop-InCenter: Joinourwelcomingandaffirming after-schoolspaceforLGBTQ+ youth(ages12-18)andtheirallies toconnect,unwind,andjustbe themselves.Weofferamixoffun activities,creativeprojects,and peer-ledsocialandemotionalsupport,allinaspacewhereeveryone isvaluedandcelebrated.Whether you’relookingforaplacetorelax, makenewfriends,ortalkthrough life’schallengeswithotherswho understand,you’llfindasupportive communityhere.Plus,thereare alwaysplentyofsnacks!Nojudgment.Nopressure.Justasafe spacetobeyou.Free. Homeschoolersencouragedtojoin! Formoreinformationgotowww. glowout.orgoremailSaraat svacin@glowout.org.

FridayNightFoodTruckRodeo, Batavia. HeldSeptember12atthe GeneseeCountyFairgroundsin Batavia.Thebestandmostpopular foodtrucksfromWesternNew Yorkwillbereadytotakeyour orderstartingat4pmuntil8pm. Thisisafreeadmission,freeparking.Cashonlyevent.Oureventis heldrainorshine.Thelistingof FoodTrucksissubjecttochange. Sorrynopets.FridayNightFood TruckRodeoissponsoredbythe GeneseeCountyAgriculturalSociety,Inc.

GeneseeChoraleFallSemesterTheGeneseeChoraleinvitesanyonewholikestosingtojointhem fortheirfallsemesterofmusic,in preparationfortheChristmasseason.RehearsalsbeginonMonday, September8,from7pm-9pm,and continueeveryMondayatSt. JamesEpiscopalChurch,405E. MainSt.,Batavia.Newmembers arealwayswelcome.Register onlineatwww.geneseechorale. com/membersorinperson.Asmall feeof$30perpersonisrequested todefrayexpenses.Formoreinformation,call585-356-5514or checkonlineatinfo@ geneseechorale.com.

PierogiMakingClass- Joinusfor adelicious,hands-onexperience learningtheartofmakingtraditionalpierogisfromscratch!Inthis interactiveclass,you’lllearnhowto fill,seal,andcookfreshpierogis, withstep-by-stepguidancetoperfectyourtechnique.Dates: September6th&September20th. Time:4-6PM,201EMainSt,Batavia.Cost:$40perperson.Ages:16 andup.Theclasswrapsupwitha family-styledinner,whereyou’llenjoythepierogisyou’vemade, alongsideafreshsaladandaselectionofsmalldesserts.Spotsare limited-registerearlytosecure yourseat.Limitedto10peopleper class.Toregistervisithttps://goart. org/pierogi-making-class/

ChickenBBQ- OurLadyofBatavia KnightsofColumbuswillsponsora ChickenBBQonSunday,September14from10amuntilsoldout (take-outsonly).Pickupwillbeat therearofSacredHeartChurch (AscensionParish),SwanandSumnerStreets,Batavia.Costofthe dinneris$15andincludes1/2 chicken,coleslaw,potatoes,dinner rollandcookie.Proceedsbenefit localcharities.Presaleticketsare preferredbycallingMikeat 343-3810.

WeavingBasics- Inthis2.5-hr workshop,learnthebeginnersskills suchasweavingbasicsincluding warping,selectionofmaterials, toolsandbasictechniques.Studentswillwarpandweaveduring theinstructiontimeandleavewith beginnersweavingknowledgeand acompletedfiberartpiecereadyto finishandhang.Loomnotrequired:Useofloomandtoolsset providedforuseinclass(availablea lacarteuponrequest).Participants mustbe15+andtheremustbeat least5participantsregisteredto holdtheclass.Thursday,September4,6:30PM-9PM,GOART!,201 E.MainSt.,Batavia.Costincluding supplies:$56.https://goart.org/ beginner-hand-weaving/ ConnectionPoint- Youareinvitedtoatimeofconnectionand conversationaboutupcoming churcheventsandactivities.Thisis agreatwaytomakenewfriends, explorechurchmembership/ involvement,orjustenjoyagood cupofcoffeeorteawithothers. Bringthisinvitationforafreedrink oratreat!September6,9am,GO ART!Audrey2.o.1’sBaker,201 EastMainStreet,Batavia.https:// fpcbatavia.org/

SOUTH BYRON VOLUNTEER

CHICKEN BBQ

SUNDAY, SEPT. 7

11AM - SOLD OUT • $15

FIRE COMPANY AUXILIARY 7389 Byron Holley Rd., Rte. 237

Half chicken, cole slaw, mac salad, roll with butter & cookie

Drive-Thru only • Cash or check only

Thank you for your continued support! Our fire department auxiliary provides vital support to the department and community, often performing duties ranging from administrative tasks to hands-on emergency response.

hometown events

FriendsoftheRichmondMemorialLibraryBookSale! The FriendsoftheRichmondMemorial LibrarywillholdtheirMonthlyBook SaleonThursdaySeptember4 2025from9AMto7PM.Thesale willbedownstairsintheWilber-Fox MemorialRoomoftheLibrary,19 RossStinBatavia.TheMEMBERS ONLYPREVIEWSALEwillbeheld onWednesdaySeptember3from5 PM.to7PM.NewMemberscan joinatthedoor.Greatselectionof AdultandChildren`sbooks,hard coverandpaperbacksandDVD`s.

TheSummerSerenadeconcert bytheGeneseeSymphonyOrchestra willbeSaturday,September6that5pmatTerryHills,5122 ClintonStreetRoad,Batavia.Ticket includesconcert,dinneranddessert.Cashbaravailable.Proceeds benefittheUnitedWay’sbackpack programinGeneseeCountyand theGSO.Ticketsare$50ppand availablethroughanyGSOBoard Member,LawleyInsuranceor onlineatunitedwayrocflx.org/ summerserenade.Amostenjoyable eveningtobenefitourschoolchildren!

OilPaintingwithDrCristiano Pereira- Nopriordrawingor paintingexperienceisnecessary. Thisclassintroducesstudentsto theessentialtechniques,tools,and processesofoilpainting.Through hands-onpracticeandstep-by-step guidance,studentswillgainconfidenceworkingwithcolor,value, composition,andbrushworkculminatinginfinishedpaintingsof theirowndesign.Thisclassisopen toanyone15yearsofageorolder. EveryWednesday,startingSeptember3from4-6pm.$100 MONTHLYSUBSCRIPTIONnot includingsupplies(Thesupplylist willbeprovideduponregistration). -Pre-registrationrequiredathttps:// goart.org/oil-painting-with-drcristiano-pereira/

HLOMGuestSpeakerSeries: JulesHoepting- Joinusatthe HollandLandOfficeMuseumfor thenextpresenterinourGuest SpeakerSeriesonWednesday, September3rdat7pm.Jules Hoepting,parkeducatoratLetchworthStatePark,willbepresenting ontheGeneseeValleyCanal. Admissionis$5or$3formuseum members.Pleasecontactthemuseumat585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.comif youplantoattend.TheGuest SpeakerSeriesissponsoredinpart byTompkinsCommunityBankand BataviaRotaryClub.

HLOMTriviaNight@theMuseum:WorldWarIIinthePacific -JoinusattheHollandLandOffice MuseumforourmonthlyTrivia NightonThursday,September11th at7pm.Inhonorofthe80th anniversaryoftheJapanesesurrender,testyourknowledgeaboutthe fightingacrossthePacificTheater duringWorldWarII.Admissionis $5or$3formuseummembers. Contactthemuseumat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.comif youplantoattend.

HLOMWestSideBataviaGhost Walks- PresentedbyHollandLand OfficeMuseum.FridaysinOctober. WalksledbyConnieBoyd.October 10and24at7pmand7:30pm. Takeawalkonthewestsideand heartalesofmurders,hangings, graverobbing,ghosts,andother eeriehappeningsfromBatavia’s past.Admission$15.00or$10.00 formuseummembersandreservationsarerequiredwithpurchase. Memberswillreceiveapromocode fortheirdiscount.Tourslimitedto 25peopleeach.Thetourbegins andendsatthemuseumandis approximately11/2totwohours long.Forticketsorinformation, visitwww.hollandlandoffice.com.

Guidelines for Hometown Events

To Post Your Event:

Log in and submit your event online at www.gvpennysaver.com/calendar or in person at: 1471 Route 15, Avon, NY 14414 Submit your event by the Monday 2 weeks prior to publication date.

Events must occur on a specific date and time. Event submissions may not include businesses or schools seeking registration for classes or programs, or organizations seeking crafters, vendors, or item donations.

Genesee Valley Penny Saver reserves the right to approve/reject events for publication. Events are published as space allows.

HLOMGuestSpeakerSeries: KevinPawlak, “JohnBrown’sRaid onHarpersFerry”-Heldatthe HollandLandOfficeMuseum Wednesday,September10that7 pm.KevinPawlakwillbepresentingonhisbook“JohnBrown’s Raid:HarpersFerryandtheComing oftheCivilWar,October16-18, 1859.”Admissionis$5or$3for museummembers.Pleasecontact themuseumat585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.comif youwouldliketoattend.TheGuest SpeakerSeriesissponsoredinpart byTompkinsCommunityBankand BataviaRotaryClub.

TailgateThursdayisBackBigger,Bolder,andFullofBills Spirit! JoinHomeCare&Hospice ofBataviaforthe2ndAnnualTailgateThursdayonThursday, September18,from5:308p.m.at BataviaDowns’ParkPlaceEvent Center.Enjoy10+wingflavors, minibeefonweck,pizzalogs, pretzelbites,house-madechips, andmore,plusinteractivegames, raffles,music,andpre-gamecoverageastheBillstakeontheDolphins.Ticketsare$35,VIP“Big Dipper”Passesare$55,andkids 12&underare$20.Jerseys encouraged,funguaranteed,Bills Mafiawelcomealltosupportthe HomeCare&HospiceFoundation. Moreinfo:bit.ly/TailgateThurs25

BreadedPorkChopDinnerOpentothepublic.September 20th,2025from4-6pm,$20, PolishFalconsNEST493.Presale andtakeoutonly.Presaleorder deadlineSeptember12th.Please call343-4088or343-0225leavea message.123SouthSwanSt., Batavia.

PortraitClasseswithDr CristianoPereira- Thiscourse introducesthefoundationalskillsof portraitdrawing,focusingon proportions,anatomy,features, shading,andexpression.Students willlearnthroughobservation, practice,critique,andguideddemonstrations,buildingtowardcreatingrealistic,expressiveportraits. Thisclassisopentoanyone15 yearsofageorolder.EveryFriday, startingSeptember5from1-3pm. $100MONTHLYSUBSCRIPTION notincludingsupplies(Thesupply listwillbeprovideduponregistration).Pre-registrationrequiredat https://goart.org/portrait-classeswith-dr-cristiano-pereira/

BeginnerDrawingClasseswith DrCristianoPereira- Thiscourse teachesthecoreconceptsand techniquesofobservationaldrawing.Studentswilllearntoseelike artists,usearangeofdrawing tools,andbuildconfidencethrough step-by-stepskilldevelopment.This classisopentoanyone15yearsof ageorolder.EveryFriday,starting September5from4-6pm.$100 MONTHLYSUBSCRIPTIONnot includingsupplies(Thesupplylist willbeprovideduponregistration). Pre-registrationrequiredathttps:// goart.org/beginner-drawing-withdr-cristiano-pereira/

SpaghettiDinner- TheVFWPost 1602Auxiliary,25EdwardsSt, BataviaishostingaSpaghettiDinneronSaturday,September4, 2025from4PMuntilsoldout.$14 Donation/Dinner.Presaletickets recommended.Ticketsavailableat thePostorbycalling 585-344-3239after4:30on Wednesday,Friday,Saturdayand Sunday.Musicfrom6PM-9PM.

events

SaveTheDate- DownSyndrome Group’sAnnualFallBasketRaffle& LiveAuction“October25”-Basket RafflewillbeopenonFridayfrom4 to7&Saturday-$5.00Ticket Sheets!SAVETHEDATE!

ELBA

21stAnnualFriends&Family5K - ArcGLOW’sFriends&Family5Kis aneventwhichgivespeopleofall agesandskilllevelsanopportunity toparticipate.TasteofCountry,the signatureeventwithintheFriends andFamily5K,featuresawonderfuldisplayoffruitsandvegetables donatedbyareafarmers.Runners, walkers,sponsorsandvolunteers eachhavetheopportunitytotake somehomewiththem.Held September20,10-2pm,ElbaDay Hab,4603BarrvilleRoad,Elba.$25 forthe5K,$20forthefunrun,and $5forthepost-partyonly.https:// arcglow.org/event/21st-annualfriends-family-5k/

LEROY

GolfTournament- Proceedsgoto CrossroadsHouse,ChristmasOutreach,andEmilyHoltScholarship fund.September6,12:30pmatthe LeRoyCountryClub,7759E.Main Rd.,LeRoy.Cost:$95pergolfer. https://fpcbatavia.org/event/ crossroads-golf-tournament/

MaryLand-aHavenforHorses FallFestival- Saturday,September 20th,10AM-2PM,8132W.Bergen Rd.,LeRoy.Comeonoutforsome greatbasketraffles,meet&greet thebeautifulrescuedhorses,baby goats,rescuedogs,manyvendors includingWants&Kneads sourdoughbreads,Willow’sWay jewelry,purses,etc.alongwith yardsaleitemsandmuchmore.All proceedsgotothehorsesforthe upkeepoftheirhome.Pleasecome seewhatweareallabout!

OAKFIELD

ChairYoga -EveryThursdayfrom 10amto11amand5:15pmto 6:15pm.Opentoall!Allequipment isprovided!NoRegistrationRequired!Walkinandjoinus!The GOOSECommunityCenter,33 SouthMainStreet,Oakfield.http:// www.warriorhouseofwny.com

WeeklyGriefSupportGroup, anyoneiswelcometoattend.Held Tuesdays,September9th-30th, 9amatTheGOOSECommunity Center,33SouthMainStreet,Oakfield.Pleaseusedoubledoorswith ramponparkinglotsideof building.ContactSueat 315-730-0606withanyquestions. http://www.warriorhouseofwny. com

FamilyFunBingo! 1stand3rd Tuesdayofthemonth,6-7:30pm, TheGOOSECommunityCenter,33 SouthMainSt.,Oakfield.Opento allages.PlayBingoandwinPrizes! (Nocashprizes)50centsacard.

Yoga -EveryWednesdayfrom 6:00p.m.to7:00p.m.Opentoall! Allequipmentisprovided!NoRegistrationRequired!Walkinandjoin us!HeldatTheGOOSECommunity Center,33SouthMainStreet,Oakfield.http://www. warriorhouseofwny.com

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne

* Grooves in the road on Route 66 play “America the Beautiful.”

polltime

According to current data, the average home price around our area is up 8–15% year-over-year, with homes selling for about 15% above asking. What do you think the local housing market will look like over the next year?

- Home prices will keep going up

- Prices will level off or even dip

- Things will balance out — fewer bidding wars, more normal sales

- Homes will still sell above asking

- More houses will come on the market

- Mortgage rates will shape what happens most

Poll ends 09-02-2025

Poll ended 08-26-2025

Social engagement data today reveals a decline in face-to-face interactions and varying trends across demographics. In the past year or two, how have your face-to-face interactions and online engagement changed?

9.1% I spend more time face-to-face with friends/family

27.3% I spend less time face-to-face with friends/family

54.5% No real change for me

9.1% I’ve tried to balance in-person and online time more intentionally

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e bottom line is we want to create and share more local content. at might include stories about high school athletes, highlights of local trails and other natural gems to visit, homesteading tips, reviews of new books coming out from local authors, shared local poetry, new playground reviews, and even local generational recipe sharing! ese are just a taste of what we want to build. However, our focus will not be on hard news. Politics and police blotters have never been

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Brighter

“My Friend Linda” was a beautiful poem and I cried just reading it. Losing a dear friend is almost as heart wrenching as losing a family member. My sympathy to the author…I know the memories of your friend will always be in your heart.

Country Neighbors

I recently passed by a neighbor’s roadside sign that I thought read ‘fresh veggies.’ I turned around for some zucchini and to see what else they had. Turns out I misread the sign and it actually said, ‘free veggies!’ Thank you for the zucchini and green beans, it made my day and I’ll be enjoying some fresh zucchini bread as soon as it comes out of the oven! Thanks, neighbor!

A Special Young Man

I wish to thank the young man who found my wallet at Marketplace parking area on Aug 4. His father drove him to my house to return it before I even missed the loss (and suffered the search anxiety). What a blessing. You’ve brightened my life, Thank You.

Fun is Too Expensive

I understand prices are high for products and travel and the companies who run county fair concessions and rides need to make money. $5 is not bad to get in but try to eat. Drink. Go on a ride or play a game and you are in for a rude awakening. Fun should not put you in debt or break the bank. Most of the stands and rides had only a couple of people and no lines, they might find making a couple of dollars less would double or triple their sales. example - Two people to ride the Ferris Wheel: $20.00 - we walked away.

Stop Feeding e Varmints

For God’s sake please stop feeding the varmints in the neighborhood!! I know you think you’re being helpful, but leaving food of any sort in your yard is only inviting rodents and such into the neighborhood. I work nights and often sit on my porch late at night and people would be disgusted what creeps around after they are tucked into bed thinking they did a good deed by feeding skunks, rats, woodchucks, etc. And PLEASE turn your spotlight garage lights off at night! It shines down at least 4-5 houses. My retinas are burnt!! Thank you in advance.

SENIOR NEWS LINE

By Matilda Charles

Stay updated on recalls

In the world of food recalls and alerts, just when you think you’ve seen it all, something even more scary and dangerous comes along. We’ve had the “normal” stuff, of course. There was the cheese produced in a facility that had mice and rats.There was the cheese that was recalled for risk of listeria.We had undeclared wheat in chocolate cookies and boxes of cheese crackers that actually contained peanut butter crackers, a potential life-threatening problem for those who are allergic to peanuts.Then there was the undeclared soy and wheat in ice cream. An energy drink was found to contain alcohol because the alcoholic drink was mistakenly packaged in the energy drink cans. Just regular stuff, right?

But it was another one that gave me a chill: instant coffee was found to contain ground glass.

The coffee was sold in 48 states, with only Hawaii and Alaska being left out. It wasn’t just one manufacturing lot that was affected, but three. The company was notified by a customer and immediately issued the recall. I hate to think of the possible injuries that could be caused by drinking that coffee.

At the same time, this last week saw consumer products recalls for the charger to smartwatches because they can overheat and ignite, kids’ pajamas that don’t meet flammability standards, jewelry with excess levels of cadmium (which can cause health effects due to skin exposure), heated socks that can cause burns and blisters, a multitool with a blade that can cause cuts and a set of kitchen steps with a safety bar that can collapse.

Whew. It’s been busy in the recall department, and those are only from the consumer products section.

If you’d like to receive email alerts for all types of products (food, vehicles, medicine, consumer products, boats, environmental products, cosmetics), go online to www.recalls.gov and sign up. Other government websites with recalls include www.fda.gov and www.fsis.usda.gov.

© 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

FROM KENDALL TO THE ARCTIC CIRCLE: Former School Bus Begins a New Life in Finland

BY AMANDA DEDIE, KENDALL CSD COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST

From a small town in New York to the edge of the world, the story of Kendall Central School District’s retired school bus is a testament to adventure, creativity, and the unexpected connections that unite us across the globe.

Formerly known as Bus 126, the bright yellow vehicle once transported students throughout Orleans County. ese days, the bus, renamed “Kendall” as a nod to the district it once served, sits peacefully on the shores of Lake Miekojärvi, having embarked on an unexpected journey to the heart of Finnish Lapland and converted into a lakeside retreat.

e adventure began with a simple message to the district’s website earlier this year: “I have purchased an American school bus in northern Finland,” wrote Joakim Nordstrom, who, along with partner Jennifer Carver, is now the proud owner of the converted vehicle. “On the side

of the bus there are old stickers saying Kendall Central Schools. A er some research, I believe this is your school.”

eir message kicked off a delightful investigation into the bus’s history, which revealed its sale by Kendall CSD in 2019 and eventual shipment overseas. A er being heavily renovated by a previous owner, Kendall the Bus is now being transformed into a one-of-akind arctic getaway for travelers near the Arctic Circle.

“It was a surprise when we found out that one of our buses made it all the way to Finland and is being repurposed and will be used for years to come,” said Kendall Superintendent Nick Picardo. “I hope ‘Kendall’ brings as much joy to others as it did to the many students it greeted each morning with smiles on their faces!”

Plans for the bus’s next chapter include a lakeside terrace, a hot tub, and a redesigned cozy interior. Photos from its time at Kendall CSD will also be featured in the final design, giving guests a glimpse into small-town student life in upstate New York.

“ItisamazingthatabusIusedtodrivehereatKendall when I was a substitute driver has made it all the way to Finland – 3,826 miles and an ocean apart,” said Karen Jones, Director of Transportation. “Now as Director of Transportation, I always wonder what happens to buses once we are done with them. I love that Bus 126 was reinvented into something for people to use for years to come and that a little piece of Kendall history is now in Finland.”

Joakim and Jennifer plan to launch a website and social media channels to document Kendall’s transformation. e district looks forward to following along and seeing how this once-routine ridebecomesaglobalstoryofconnection,creativity, and second chances.

From the streets of Kendall to the forests of Finland, Bus 126 proves that sometimes the ride doesn’t end when the wheels stop turning – it just finds a new road to travel.

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“It is amazing that a bus I used to drive here at Kendall when I was a substitute driver has made it all the way to Finland –3,826 miles and an ocean apart.”

KAREN JONES, DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION

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HOW STUDENTS CAN HANDLE THE TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL

Find a middle school buddy. Ask an older sibling or invite someone who is currently enrolled in the school to speak with your child and answer any questions he or she may have. Hearing directly from a fellow student may make your child feel more comfortable about what to expect.

National MONTH

SEPTEMBER

HOW PARENTS CAN SIMPLIFY STUDENTS’ TRANSITION TO COLLEGE LIFE

Let kids fly solo on school day mornings. New college students have to make many adjustments upon moving into their dorms, and getting themselves out of bed each morning and off to class on time is one such change. Parents worried that their students will sleep in when mom and dad isn’t around to remind them to wake up can start letting kids fly solo on school day mornings during their final year of high school. Let kids set their alarms, prepare their own breakfasts and get out the door on time all on their own. By the time their freshman year of college arrives, kids will know how to handle their mornings by themselves.

By Sam Mazotta

Pets in history: Heroic dogs and cats

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Thank you for discussing war dogs and their service with our armed forces. Can you highlight some non-military canine heroes, too? -- Jim F., San Diego

DEAR JIM: Absolutely! Dogs have been performing heroic feats for as long as they’ve been our companions. But only a few have made it into the history books. Here are a few that some readers may not have heard of: Balto and Togo: In January 1925, a diphtheria outbreak threatened the population of Nome, Alaska. To deliver lifesaving serum, teams of sled dogs relayed 500 miles across ice and snow in treacherous weather. Togo led his dog team across the longest, most dangerous part of the relay. Balto, a young and inexperienced husky, sprinted through fierce winds to reach the town in record time. Today, their journey is commemorated each year with the Iditarod sled race.

Riley: A Golden Retriever search-and-rescue (SAR) dog who became the face of SAR dogs in the wake of 9/11. At one point, Riley was sent alone in a basket over a 60foot chasm to search the wreckage on the other side. He was one of many dogs who searched the World Trade Center rubble to recover those lost. Riley died in 2010, suffering various health problems, possibly from his time at Ground Zero.

Buddy: In 1928, this German Shepherd became the first Seeing Eye dog in the United States. Born in Switzerland, she (yes, Buddy was a she) was trained by Dorothy Harrison Eustis, who ran a kennel that trained military and police dogs. Eustis matched Buddy to Frank Morris, a sight-impaired man from the U.S. Morris championed the use of Seeing Eye dogs, demonstrating Buddy’s skill at leading him across busy Manhattan streets.

Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com. © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

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• PACKING MATERIALS. Styrofoam packing peanuts and other types. Bring something to put in as I need my containers. East Rochester. 585-733-8211

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• One TWIN BED. Clifton Springs. 270-300-6175

• “Sasheen” BOW MAKING RIBBON - 16 big rolls, various solid colors & widths (1/2” to 1-1/8” wide). Take all. Penfield. penfieldmurphys@yahoo.com

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Add health screenings to back-to-school checklist

An essential requirement parents must find time for is completing their children’s health screenings and immunizations so youngsters canreturntoschool.

Health screenings may include, butmaynotbelimitedto,routine physical exams, eye exams and dental cleanings Each school district may have its own set of health requirements that must be met in order for children to attend school

Many schools require that children are up-to-date with all immunizations before they can beginanewschoolyear Whilethe issue of vaccinations has inspired debate in recent years, parents shouldrecognizethatmanyschools will only exempt students from receiving certain vaccinations due toreligiousreasons

Students who have specific learning disabilities or medical conditions that require classroom modification should obtain recent documentationfromanytherapists or specialists prior to beginning a new school year Doing so facilitates the process of setting up procedures within the school while ensuring children have what they need to excel in the classroom All parents may want toaskdoctorstoprovidecopiesof medicalandimmunizationrecords so that schools will have the most recentcopiesonfile

Parents should schedule eye examinations well in advance of the first day of school so they have ample time to fill new prescriptions for youngsters before school begins. This ensures kids won’t be starting off on the wrong foot because of visionproblemsthatcouldalready havebeenaddressed.

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YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Roundtrip motorcoach from Batavia

• 1 night accommodations at the Comfort Inn of Lancaster

• Dinner Friday night

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• Amish Farmlands Tour

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DID YOU KNOW? When nurses go to work each day, many report to hospitals while others work at private practices. For others, a day at the office takes place at research labs. According to the online nursing resource Nurse.org, research nurses develop and implement studies to investigate and provide information on new medications, vaccinations and medical procedures. Research nurses, sometimes referred to as clinical nurse researchers or nurse researchers, typically have advanced degrees, and many first work as research assistants, clinical data collectors and/or clinical research monitors to gain some practical experience as they pursue or consider pursuing their degrees. Some research nurses even conduct independent research, though Nurse.org notes that such professionals need advanced degrees such as an MSN or Ph.D. to pursue such a path. More information about becoming a research nurse can be found at www.Nurse.org.

A skill that has always existed improves the aesthetics of our homes, shields us from every weather, and ensures we have a good night’s sleep even in the coldest weather. Sewing is that skill. National Sewing Month is celebrated to honor this artistic practice that fashions our bodies and adorns our homes all year. So, grab your needles and start sewing.

Sewing can assist you in clearing your mind of daily hassles, allowing you to appreciate the simple things in life.

Creating quilts, clothing, and other masterpieces will always bring you self-satisfaction. Sewing is a fun activity to do alone or with friends, whether you sew from scratch, alter clothing, or repurpose your wardrobe.

Look who’s celebrating!

Happy 12th Birthday Hunter Sprague

Love, Dad, Mom & Payton

FEATURE YOUR CHILD IN OUR BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS SECTION!

Ways to submit:

• Scan the QR code & fill out the form

• Submit online at gvpennysaver.com (under the Share With Us tab)

• Mail to: Birthday Celebrations, PO Box 340, Avon, NY 14414

• Stop by the office on Rt. 15 in Avon

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Submissions must be received at least 1 week prior to publication date. Your child must be 15 years or younger. Photo may be submitted by a parent, guardian or grandparent.

TAKE A COURSE IN DORM SAFETY

Lock your dorm room door. Always keep the dorm room door locked, and makesureyourroommateisonthesamepage.Lockingthedoorcandeter people from entering without your permission and prevent theft.

LOCAL SCHOOL SPORTS PAGES

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Volunteers Needed

GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY

• Patrick Place - A Comfort Care Home Inc.: Patrick Place is seeking volunteers for resident care, fundraising, community outreach, buildings maintenance and landscaping/gardening. Email: directorpatrickplace@ gmail.com

• UR Noyes Health (Spice Box Gi Shop): Join our team of Spice Box Gi Shop volunteers! All profits from purchases go right back into the community, supporting Noyes Health, our patients and community. Email christa_barrows@urmc.rochester.edu or call 585-335-4358

• Heritage Christian Stables: Volunteer at HCS in Webster and make a difference. Support riders as they build strength and confidence through equine-assisted services. Help by side-walking, leading horses, or assisting with barn tasks, all while joining a kind, compassionate, and welcoming community. Email: stablesvolunteer@heritagechristianstables.org

• Hospeace House, INC: Do you have 4 hrs a month to volunteer at a Comfort Care Home located in Naples. Email: kathymincer@ hospeacehouse.org

• Mt. Carmel House, LLC: Opportunities for kind, compassionate individuals willing to support and/or care for members of the community in their final stage of life’s journey. All training provided. Teens to adults welcome. Email: heathermtcarmelhouse@gmail.com

• Friends of Batavia: We sell hotdogs every Friday next to the Holland Land office & we could use a couple of extra hands. We use $$ to keep the Peace Garden looking beautiful & the flags hanging! Email: btcsdepot@aol.com

• Serenity House of Victor: We are a two-bed comfort care home seeking caregiver, grounds, and fundraising volunteers. No experience necessary. We provide training. Share your most valuable gi - yourself! Come join our team. Email serenityhousevictor@gmail.com or call 585-924-5840

• Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry: Help with Foodlink deliveries on the occasional Monday morning (every 4 - 6 weeks). Help us unload the truck and stock the pantry. Takes less than an hour. Call 585991-8220 or email ggefoodpantry@gmail.com.

• Big Springs Museum: Mondays 9:00 until noon & Sundays 1:00 - 4:00. You may even be able to work from home. Research and writing, website maintenance, social media posting, organizing, carpentry, painting, cleaning, electrical, event planning, membership management & growth, and more! Email: bigspringsevents@gmail.com or call 585-538-9880

• Light Hill: Called to care for others? Join us at Light Hill where your time and compassion can bring comfort, hope, and light to terminallyill residents and their families. Volunteers make a meaningful difference in our fellow community member’s precious final journey. Email mk@ lighthillhome.org or call 585-393-1311

• Crossroads House: Genesee County’s only comfort care home. Please consider lending your time and talents to care for our two residents at endof-life. Will train! Email: jennshaffer@crossroadshouse.com

• Vincent House: An end-of-life resident care volunteer provides compassionate support, companionship, and comfort to residents in their final months, assisting with personal care needs, administering medication, making light meals, and creating a peaceful, dignified environment. Email: vhvolunteer@frontier.com or call 585-728-2427

Charitable Organizations and Nonprofits can submit requests at gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share With Us.’ Published online and in print of the last week of the month as space permits. See more volunteer opportunities at gvpennysaver.com.

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Ethel is a 16 year old mix who likes going on walks and playing in the creek. They are both rescues, love treats and reside at the Middlesex Valley Airport.

Darien Self Storage Online Auction for collection of unpaid storage fees

Storage units will be sold online only at www.bontragerauction.com.

Bidding will begin urs., Sept. 11, 5 pm and will close on Wed., Sept. 17, 11 am. Notice given to the following of unit being sold: Gordon Sprague - unit #47.

NOTE: View bidding instructions and terms on our website. Buyer has 2 days to remove the items. Unit needs to be cleaned out by 4 pm on Fri., Sept. 19.

Ready, Set, Read!

Literacy is worth celebrating yearround—books and reading offers lifelong benefits for every age group!

BABY TALK

Foster Literacy Skills by Reading to Babies

10 TIPS TO GET KIDS READING MORE

Ask your child to read a book to you. Play a board game together. Take your child to get their own library card. Read newspaper comic strips or comic books. Ask kids to write a short story and read it out loud. Read and prepare a recipe together. Make bedtime stories a nightly routine. Play word games like reading tongue twisters, doing crossword searches or unscrambling words.

Take a book with you wherever you go, so you can read together at any opportunity.

Keep a book on your child’s nightstand, so they are prompted to read if they wake up early.

10 BENEFITS OF READING FOR CHILDREN

• More extensive vocabulary

• Improved language skills

• Critical thinking skill development

• Increased creativity and imagination

• Empathy development

• Understanding of the surrounding world

• Improved concentration

• Parent-child bonding

• Cognitive development support

• Improved social skills and interaction

Source:AllForKids/Children’sBureauofSouthernCalifornia, JournalofDevelopmentalandBehavioralPediatrics

It’s never too early to begin reading to babies. In fact, reading to infants beginning at birth helps support their cognitive development and their bond with parents. It also increases the likelihood that parents will continue reading to children as they grow, improving language skills and concentration to prepare them for academic success.

Zero to Three, an organization focused on early childhood development, recommends these book-type guidelines for babies and toddlers:

Birth to 6 Months - chunky board books, soft fabric books and vinyl bath books

6 to 9 Months - board books with short, simple stories and colorful illustrations

9 to 18 Months - board books with simple stories, stories with rhymes and phrases that repeat, and stories with pictures of other babies and familiar objects like animals

18 to 24 Months - longer, slightly more complex stories; humorous stories; and stories featuring silly rhymes

24 to 26 Months - books with paper pages, nonfiction stories about things like animals or seasons, and books that discuss jobs

ANDDON’TFORGET… studies show that good reading habits in older adults can help improve memory, sharpen decisionmaking skills, reduce stress and protect against Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Sources:MindlabInternational,Alzheimer’s Association,AmericanAcademyofNeurology

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Dylan & Alyssa Shea announce the birth of their daughter Sofia Jean

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WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 What to watch & where to

1-Sept:“TheSurfer”(R) Paramount+ 3-Sept:“Wednesday”(Season2,Part2) Netflix 3-Sept:“Lilo&Stitch”(PG) Disney+ 4-Sept:“Blood&Myth”(Documentary) Hulu 4-Sept:“PokémonConcierge”(Season1,Part2) Netflix 4-Sept:“ThePaper”(Season1) Peacock 4-Sept:“NCIS:Tony&Ziva”(Season1) Paramount+ 5-Sept:“Sacramento”(R) Hulu 5-Sept:“LoveConRevenge”(Documentary) Netflix 5-Sept:“Highest2Lowest”(R) AppleTV+ © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

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By Keith Roach, M.D.

Metformin Can Help All People, Not Just Diabetics, Lose Weight

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 75-year-old woman who isn’t prediabetic or diabetic.My BMI is 31.2.My doctor has prescribed a trial of metformin for weight loss as an alternative to starting Ozempic or one of the other weight-loss drugs. I have lost three pounds in a month, which is a start; exercise and healthier eating is also encouraged.

What are your thoughts on this new weight-loss tool and its possible longterm success? -- J.H.

Q. A.

ANSWER: Metformin, a treatment for diabetes that works mostly by preventing the liver from making sugar, isn’t new and has been used to help people lose weight for at least 20 years. While it was first shown to help people with prediabetes or diabetes, it is also effective at helping people with normal blood sugar lose weight. However, the effectiveness is modest, with most people losing around 2-3 kilograms (about 5 pounds), which is stable as long as people continue taking the medicine.

I certainly agree with the changes in lifestyle. In studies, people who adhere to a healthier diet and exercise are likely to lose more weight than people who take metformin without lifestyle changes.

I’ve had occasional patients who get motivated by the success of metformin, making it easier for them to comply with the diet and exercise changes. I’ve also had people say that the weight they lose with metformin makes it easier to exercise. Metformin is moderately successful in preventing diabetes, but it is not as effective for weight loss as approved weight-loss medicines such as semaglutide (Ozempic).

Some of my patients have read about metformin as an anti-aging drug based on animal data, and there are studies ongoing to see whether this is true in humans. I do not recommend its use for this purpose outside of a clinical trial.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m unable to find out from my health care provider’s clinic whether they offer a vaccine for the specific variant of COVID that is now said to be spreading. Do you know if there is a vaccine for this, and who is making it? -- J.A.

ANSWER: The Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee at the Food and Drug Administration recommends against a new vaccine formulation this fall, so it appears that we will be using the same vaccine as last year. Fortunately the current vaccine appears to be effective against the new NB.1.8.1 variant,which is now present in all areas that are monitored by the World Health Organization.

The FDA has approved a new, more-effective Moderna vaccine, but at the time of this writing, it has not yet been approved by the Centers for Disease Control. The new vaccine gives high protection with less antigens. However, the specific variants of COVID used for the vaccine will not be updated this year.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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FRESH LOOK, SAME LOCAL SPIRIT.

Dear Readers:

We hope you’ve noticed a few changes in your Penny Saver. Over the last several months we’ve been working on updates, including new heading designs, more local content, and brand-new logos on our front pages. All 10 editions of the Genesee Valley Penny Saver now have a distinctive icon at the top left that says a little something about the particular area it covers.

These changes highlight our commitment to showcasing the best of what’s local in our region. We so enjoy bringing you trusted information from your area merchants and community each and every week: in print or online at GVPennySaver.com…. Enjoy!

HOW SMALL BUSINESSES CAN MAKE THE MOST OF LOCAL MARKETS

Don’t overdo it: A cluttered stall at a festival or marketplace may make it difficult for consumers to browse or find what they’re looking for. NFIB® advises business owners to fill the space without it making it appear cluttered. Keep extra inventory on hand to restock displays as sales are made throughout the day.

Submitted a local reader as part

Submitted by a local reader as part of our annual Pen-A-Poem contest. Share your thoughts at gvpennysaver.com/hometown

Moths (written at my camp in the woods)

By Mitzi Merrill

My screams, they come in the morning

My screams, they come at night

My screams don’t come from joyful times ey only come from fright.

e mice will run through my cupboards e spiders nest under my sink e bees, they buzz ‘round my awnings

None of these pests make me blink!

But moths, they’re really quite creepy ey’re furry and really shouldn’t fly ey’re hiding behind every warm spot

And dart out and that’s when I cry!

When gypsy moths made a visit

And dropped as worms from the sky, ey turned into moths by the dozen

And I thought I was gonna die!

One flew out from my q-tips

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Scholarships can help students offset the rising costs of a college education. Those who are willing to put in the research, time and effort to apply may find a wealth of scholarship opportunities at their disposal.

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Start Date: Immediately

Where: Robert Morris

Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm when school is in session 8:00 am - 3:00 pm during summer and recesses

Dates: 12-month position. Mon.-Fri. as per school calendar

Rate of pay: $19.01/hour

Benefits: Paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, sick leave, personal leave days, vacation days, retirement incentives

Requirements: As per Civil Service - Customer Support Specialist I

Interested candidates should send a completed Civil Service Application by September 8, 2025 to: Laura Willard, Human Resources Director 260 State St. • Batavia, NY 14020

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College is the first taste of true independence many young students experience. Whereas mom and dad were always around to make sure kids were out the door on time and homework was done, that safety blanket is no longer there once kids move into their dorm rooms.

The transition from high school to college can be both exciting and difficult. But parents can get a head start on that transition by encouraging their youngsters to be more independent during their final year of high school.

YORK CENTRAL SCHOOL OPENINGS

Aide Positions (two) ESOL Teacher

Speech/Language erapist

Additional Openings - Substitutes Needed:

• Bus Drivers

• Food Service Workers

• K-12 Teachers

All Interviews scheduled upon receipt of application Application available at www.yorkcsd.org

Send cover letter, resume and application to: York Central School

Attn: Heidi Newcomb, District Office P.O. Box 102, 2578 Genesee Street Retsof, NY 14539

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We’re accepting applications for independent contractors to complete weekly delivery routes

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Special Education Teachers

We have four openings this fall for Special Education Teachers for our KidStart program.

$5,000 sign-on bonus (ask for details) ***

• Pay range: $55,125 to $63,000

• Paid Sick time available for all employees

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• Affordable medical insurance with agency funded Health Reimbursement Account

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Nurse Helpers Needed

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HELP WANTED: Experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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George & Swede Sales & Service is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic with hands-on experience in diagnostics, electrical systems, welding, fabrication, and modern repair techniques. We value precision, safety, and a can-do attitude—and we support our team with industryleading benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair a range of heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, and compactors

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Qualifications:

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• Ability to weld and fabricate parts and assemblies

Benefits:

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• Profit Sharing

• Health insurance coverage

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• Accidental Death &

• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety inspections

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• Dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to safety

Dismemberment and Life Insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Employee Discount

• Supportive and professional work environment

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MAJORS THAT MIGHT HELP YOU GET HIRED

As the cost of college tuition continues to rise and the job market grows increasingly competitive, college students are giving greater consideration to their prospects of being hired before choosing a major. A 2015 study commissioned by the National Association of Colleges and Employers asked 201 employers, including companies like Aetna, Macy’s and Procter & Gamble, which degrees are most in demand, even distinguishing between the most in demand bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and doctorates. The following are the results of that study, courtesy of the NACE.

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