Put a healthy twist on pizza for a quick, satisfying breakfast kids and adults will love. Start with sliced naan or a whole wheat bagel. Toast to warm and add a smear of ricotta cheese. Then top with sliced tomatoes and sprinkle with a dash of fleur de sel and dried basil, if desired. If you prefer a sweeter pizza, skip the tomatoes and use sliced fruit instead. This tasty breakfast will fight hunger pangs straight until lunchtime.
February Specials
WINTER BRUNCH IS BACK
February 1st, March 1st, and Easter Sunday starting at 10:30am
All you can eat. Featuring carved Prime Rib! Prime rib, ham, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, croissants, potatoes, fruit, shrimp, dessert and more. $40 per person; reservations recommended
New Happy Hour Menu!
Dinners starting at $18; Drinks starting at $5 Served Tuesday through Friday, and Sunday 4 to 6 p.m.
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February
"Champagne (or wine)
Surf and Turf" Special
$48
Tuesday through Friday
Dinner includes 10 ounce prime rib, 4 ounce lobster tail, fresh garden salad, choice of potato, homemade rolls, specialty bread, and glass of champagne (or house wine)
1 Pound Prime Rib Dinner Night!
You asked for another, so make sure you save the date! Sunday, February 22!
$35
Dinner includes 1 pound prime rib, fresh garden salad, choice of potato, homemade rolls, and specialty bread
Make it a surf and turf...
Add on deep fried shrimp for $8!
February To Go Specials
To go only. Pickup a er 4:15.
• Prime Rib on Weck, French Fries, and Soup of the Day – $14
• Prime Rib Stroganoff, Mashed Potatoes, and Soup of the Day – $18
• Chicken Parmesan, Pasta, and Soup of the Day – $20
• 10 ounce Prime Rib, Baked Potato, and Soup of the Day – $25
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Typical bird care: Parrotlets,like other small birds,should stay in an environment with a consistent temperature and away from drafts. Cages should not be placed in direct sunlight,and the birds do better in square or rectangular cages.Seed for small birds as wellasfreshvegetableandfruitofferingsaretolerated.Checkwithaveterinarianorbird expert as to which fresh foods are acceptable.
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poem of the week
Submitted by a local reader as part of our annual Pen-A-Poem contest. Share your thoughts at gvpennysaver.com/hometown
Strewn Words on the Nature of Love
By John Briggs
e sun sets alone, much like we do, while the nearer moon helps our dear waters to breathe, in its turns preventing undesired stagnations. She yearns to lays roses on my death bed, and this she does, although some weeks it’s chrysanthemums when she finds herself running low on money. But never dandelions, oh no, for I always complained how they make such lousy wine.
By Sam Mazotta
Frosty temps result in cold paws
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My cat “Fiero” is a robust outdoor cat who loves being outside all day and comes in at night. Recently, he came in limping a bit. I couldn’t see any damage to his paws, but the pads felt really cold and he didn’t like me touching them. Can cats’ paws freeze in the cold? -- Fred S., Madison, Wisconsin
DEAR FRED: Yes, cats absolutely can be injured in cold weather. While they are more inclined to find a warm and cozy spot, away from ice and snow, cats are still at risk of frostbitten paw pads, cuts from jagged ice or salt, hypothermia and possible poisoning from licking ice melt off of their paws.
I suspect that Fiero’s paw pads are frostbitten, and he may have gotten slightly hypothermic as well, especially if it was bitterly cold outside. Contact the veterinarian for guidance so that he recovers quickly from the injury.
While Fiero is happiest outside, you can create a space for him inside to watch birds and wildlife outdoors. Set up a window shelf that he can relax on while looking out of the window. Another option is to stream a “cat TV” channel. These increasingly popular live streams -- found mostly on YouTube -- are designed to draw cats’ attention to twittering birds and curious squirrels on the screen.
Additionally, give him an outlet for his excess energy. Place scratch pads throughout the house so he can sharpen his claws without destroying the furniture. Try different cat toys to get him to chase and play.
For less-bitter-cold days outside, set up a covered shelter in a sunny spot next to your house for Fiero to rest in. This can reduce the risk of a cold injury.
My role is to help local businesses grow their presence in the community by placing their ads in front of our weekly readers, both in print and online. We collaborate to create engaging content that highlights theirservices, specials, and latest news.
What’s your favorite part about working with local businesses?
Every small business has a story. I enjoy learning how each business was founded, whether by the owner or a family member, and discovering the roots behind it.
What makes Featured Media different from other similar companies?
Our company brings a lot of experience and knowledge to the table. We offer a variety of products and truly understand how each service can help businesses succeed. Because we are also a small business, we care deeply about our customers and know how important strong, trustworthy relationships are. We live and work in the communities we serve and proudly support our clients by shopping at their businesses—something that sets us apart.
What do you love most about our community?
I believe our community offers a strong seasonal presence of events. From winter through fall, there’s always something to do, with new ideas and activities popping up year-round.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
Cheering on my kids at a sporting event, bird watching, rooting for the Bills (when they are playing), joining a local Euchre tournament, and enjoying time at home.
What’s something that might surprise people about you?
My childhood career goal was to be a clown. Red nose included, of course.
Best piece of advice you’d give a local business owner?
CARMEN CAMPBELL
Media Consultant, 14 Years
Coverage Area: Genesee County
Go-to coffee order: Black coffee with milk.
My advice would be not to fear change—especially in the digital world. It can feel scary at first, but adapting is how businesses continue to grow. If you don’t take that step, you may miss out on opportunities others are willing to try.
What’s your favorite season?
Summer. I love sitting around a bonfire on a summer night watching fireflies, listening to music, and being with family and friends.
Pen-A-Poem Contest!
Submissions will be featured on our website, then cast your vote for the winner out of our top 5!
• Entries Accepted: 1/22/2026 to 2/2/2026
• Voting: 2/3/2026 to 2/10/2026 @ Noon
• Winner Announced: 2/13/2026 editions
Contest Guidelines: Must be 18 or older. Poems must be original. GVPS employees/families are ineligible. Submissions may be printed throughout the year.
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By Matilda Charles
Reading and writing for relaxation
If ever there was a time to turn off the television -- especially during the evening news hour -- this is it. Between the stress and anxiety of current events that we can do nothing about and the shocking mistakes we see being made (not to mention the resulting disrupted sleep and rising blood pressure), we can easily just press the off button on the remote.
But what shall we do with our free time, once we have silenced the noise? We can read ...
“Homework for Grown-Ups: Everything You Learned at School and Promptly Forgot,” by Elizabeth Foley and Beth Coates, is a trip down memory lane of all the facts and tidbits you used to know. The topics are covered in bite-size sections and include English language and literature, math, home economics, history, science and much more. Still wonder if you should use “that” or “which” in a sentence? Or you don’t remember the answer when your grandchild asks, “What’s the difference between a parallelogram and a rhombus?” Or if you need a refresher about rock, paper, scissors, the book will remind you. At the end of each section is a quiz with answers in the back of the book. If you read a few pages every day, you’ll find it addicting!
And we can write ...
When is the last time you wrote someone a letter? Not an email, not a text message, not a letter typed on the computer and printed out, but a handwritten letter on nice stationery with a matching envelope. And yes, they still make such things, sold in sets. While you’re shopping for stationery, consider buying a journal. If you make a habit of writing, without a daily dose of bad news, you’ll likely find yourself much more relaxed -- and happy!
- Hospeace House: Four hours a month for meaningful impact? Naples Hospeace House seeks compassionate volunteers to offer presence, comfort, and care to individuals and families at end of life. No experience needed—training provided. Sometimes, being there is the greatest gi . Email info@hospeacehouse.org or call 585-374-2090
- Livingston County Habitat for Humanity: We are looking for people who would be interested in serving on our Board of Directors. We need people who are interested in assisting with construction, social media, fundraising, site development, and family selection. Email: livingstonh @ gmail.com
- Fairport Perinton Senior Connections: Drive senior citizens to medical appointments around Monroe county andCanandaigua. Email: schait@ fpsc-sofi.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: volunteermtch@gmail.com
• Pet Adoption Network: https://www.petadoptionnetwork.org/ volunteer: foster homes needed, caregivers for fosters residing on premises, staff open house shi s, PR/event planner. Email info@ petadoptionnetwork.org or call 585-338-9175
• e Vincent House Inc.: Vincent House is currently looking for resident care aides and fundraising volunteers. You will be given all the training you will need! Email: vhvolunteer@frontier.com
• Lifespan of Greater Rochester: We train volunteers to go into the homes of people who are 60+ and help them with budgeting, bill pay, and balancing statements. Email ddodge@lifespan-roch.org or call 585-776-4378
• Tool ri Shop: Volunteer/donation based storefront in Fairport that provides reuse of tools/hardware, flexible Volunteer times with roles from Cashier to Tool Preparation with profits benefiting Senior programs in our Community. Email toolthri shop@gmail.com to become part of our family.
• Girl Scouts: Co-leaders for troops, resource people, businesses able to give tours. Email fniteowl33@gmail.com
• Patrick Place - A Comfort Care Home Inc.: Patrick Place is seeking volunteers for resident care, fundraising, community outreach, buildings maintenance and landscaping/gardening. Email: directorpatrickplace@ gmail.com
• UR Noyes Health (Spice Box Gi Shop): Join our team of Spice Box Gi Shop volunteers! All profits from purchases go right back into the community, supporting Noyes Health, our patients and community. Email christa_barrows@urmc.rochester.edu or call 585-335-4358
• Heritage Christian Stables: Volunteer at HCS in Webster and make a difference. Support riders as they build strength and confidence through equine-assisted services. Help by side-walking, leading horses, or assisting with barn tasks, all while joining a kind, compassionate, and welcoming community. Email: stablesvolunteer@heritagechristianstables.org
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.
INTERNATIONAL
MONTH
Write a short letter to a friend expressing how grateful you are to have them in your life!
What would we be without our friends? Can you imagine life without a shoulder to cry on as you reel from a bad breakup? Or a companion to hog all the junk food with as youwatchthescariest movies while hiding under covers. Friends are the family we choose, and it’s time wepaythisunderrated relationship admirationandhonor with a month-long celebration.
How to celebrate friendship month? Have a friendship movie marathon! It’s time to turn on your favorite movies and enjoy the final stretch of hot cocoa and weighted blankets with your besties. As youstartthisbeautiful month of February andcelebratethespirit of friendship, end your nights with your favorite movies of the same.
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Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
STRANGE BUT TRUE By Lucie Winborne
* Freelancers originally referred to self-employed, sword-wielding mercenaries: literally, “free lancers.”
BEGINNING AND ENDING WITH “C”
DID YOU KNOW?
Choking is a leading cause of unintentional death in infants. Young children not can choke on food as well as objects they put in their mouths while exploring the world around them. Parents of young children and hosts who intend to invite youngsters into their homes can learn how to respond when kids appear to be choking.The Mayo Clinic recommends the following approach when tending to children under the age of 1, which differs from the steps necessary to address choking instances in older children and adults.
· Assume a seated position and hold the infant facedown on your forearm, which is resting on your thigh.Support the infant’s head and neck with your hand, and place the head lower than the trunk.
· Thump the infant gently but firmly five times on the middle of the back using the heel of your hand. The combination of gravity and the back blows should release the blocking object. Keep your fingers pointed up to avoid hitting the infant in the back of the head.
· Turn the infant face up on your forearm, resting on your thigh with the head lower than the trunk if the infant still isn’t breathing. Using two fingers placed at the center of the infant’s breastbone, give five quick chest compressions. Press down about 11/2 inches, and let the chest rise again in between each compression.
· Repeat the back blows and chest thrusts if breathing doesn’t resume. Call for emergency medical help.
· Begin infant CPR if one of these techniques opens the airway but the infant doesn’t resume breathing.
HOME FIRE RISKS INCREASE AS WEATHER COOLS (NAPSI)—The fall and winter seasons bring cooler temperatures,holidays,and images of cozy nights by the fireplace. Yet the change in seasons also comes withthechanceof severeweatherandan increaseinfirerisks.AccordingtotheU.S. Fire Administration, more home fires occur in winter than in any other season. “Holiday decorations, space heaters, generators, and fireplaces all present fire hazards if not properly used and maintained,” said Steve Hirsch, chair of the National Volunteer Fire Council. “Residents should be aware of the dangers and take the steps to make sure their families and homes are protected.”
Follow these tips to minimize home fire and safety risks:
• Install smoke alarms in every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of the home. Test monthly to ensure they work.
• Install carbon monoxide alarms and test them at least once a month.
• Know where the gas, electric, and water main shut-off controls are and how to use them.
• Place fire extinguishers in the kitchen, garage, and living room, and make sure all household members know how to use them.
• Develop a home fire escape plan and practice it with the entire family.
• Keep portable generators outside and away from the home.
• Install a screen in front of each fireplace or wood stove. Store cooled ashes in a metal container outside the home.
• Have chimneys professionally inspected and cleaned every year.
• Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, space heaters, or other heat source.
• Never leave lit candles unattended, and keep them out of the reach of children and pets.
• If using a live Christmas tree, keep it adequatelywateredandgetridof itafter Christmas or when it gets dry.
Residents can also take an active role in protecting their communities from hazards such as fires, medical emergencies, and much more. Fire departmentsacrossthecountryarelooking for volunteers to serve as firefighters, EMS providers,and auxiliary members.
“The majority of firefighters in the U.S. are volunteers—neighbors helping neighbors in an incredible and rewarding way,” said Hirsch. “We need more people to answer the call to serve.”
Training is provided by the department, and volunteers can serve in a variety of roles, from providing life-saving emergency response services to conducting fire prevention programs and disaster preparedness planning.
Learn more and find a volunteer fire service opportunity by going to www.MakeMeAFirefighter.org.
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A li le kindness goes a long way
With all the negativity in the world right now, I am so grateful for the little things around us: the individuals who help each other, check on an older neighbor who lives alone, shovel or plow someone’s driveway when the snow piles up, hold a door open for the next person, say please or thank you to the retail or grocery worker trying to make ends meet, simply smile at another human being out somewhere, anywhere, because goodness knows, we need a little more kindness, human-ness today more than ever, and those little things can brighten someone’s day and make the world just a little more manageable.
Volunteers and donations
Thank you, wealthy neighbors who use their extra funds for good instead of hoarding it and snubbing the lesser fortunate in the community. I won’t name names, but thank you. We see you. We have hope for the future as our belts tighten and we wonder how we will make ends meet; it is refreshing to see you giving of your time when you could have just written a check (or done nothing at all and let someone else help out). The nonprofits do great work, and when all come together, rich, poor, and in between, that’s when our community is strongest. Thank you. I wish more people would give of their time and money to help their communities. We are only as strong as our weakest link.
The handshake at mass to wish someone peace was never a good idea. I like turning to face others and personally say peace with a friendly smile. Nothing sad, frustrating, rude or impersonal about this form of greeting.
Handshake in church
Construction safety
Today I witnessed something in [local town] that genuinely shook me. A driver ignored a flagger who was clearly holding a stop sign and drove straight into an active work lane. The flagger managed to pull the car to the shoulder so a construction vehicle could pass, but even then, the driver refused to follow directions and continued through the work zone. In that moment, one person’s impatience put so many lives at risk — the driver’s own life, the flagger’s life, the entire crew working only a few feet away, and every other driver on that stretch of road. Watching it unfold made it painfully clear how fragile their safety is. These workers stand in harm’s way every day so our roads can stay open and safe. They are parents, friends, neighbors — real people who expect to return home at the end of their shift.
Please: slow down, obey flaggers, and stay alert in work zones. Your choices behind the wheel could be the reason someone gets home safely… or the reason they don’t.
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EVERYONE DESERVES A CHANCE TO FLY:
Sheila Young’s Message Takes Off
Sheila Young, airplane pilot, author, illustrator, photographer, and Byron-Bergen alum, returned to Byron-Bergen Elementary School to share a message about perseverance, possibility, and believing in big dreams.
Young visited students in grades K through 5 to read and discuss her debut children’s book, I See an Airplane Up in the Sky, a story inspired by her own childhood and her lifelong love of aviation. During the assembly, she spoke candidly about the obstacles she faced on her path to becoming a pilot, a photographer, and eventually a published author, encouraging students to keep reaching for goals that may feel out of reach.
“ is school is near and dear to my heart,” Young said. “ is is where I used to chase crop dusters, which is the first page of my book, so it seems perfect to bring the book back to where it originated.”
From Chasing Crop Dusters to Earning Her Wings
As a child, Young dreamed of flying but didn’t know
any pilots personally. Amelia Earhart became her early inspiration, though Young grew up long a er Earhart’s time. Despite repeated discouragement and numerous setbacks, Young earned her pilot’s license later in life, an achievement made possible in part by an unexpected mentor.
Young shared with students how an octogenarian named Al encouraged her when others told her no. With his support, she completed flight school and earned her wings, a milestone that emboldened her to pursue other long-held dreams. at spirit of perseverance formed the backbone of her presentation at the elementary school.
“I want to encourage you in whatever your big dream is,” Young told students. “I think most of us are more multi-dimensional than what appears on the surface. Just because you’re good at STEM activities, it doesn’t mean that your ‘big dream’ isn’t to be an artist or writer, or vice versa. Everyone is here for a reason, and everyone has the power to do great things.”
A Story She Once Needed Herself
e idea for I See an Airplane Up in the Sky grew from a story Young wished she had encountered as a child. e book’s main character, Sky, dreams of flying and, lacking wings or magical powers, decides to become a pilot instead. Young wrote and illustrated the book to inspire children – and especially girls, women, and older adults – who may believe certain dreams are impossible.
Her illustrations draw heavily from her professional photography, blending aviation imagery with imaginative detail. Young is a freelance photographer specializing in aviation (including WWII aircra ), nature, landscape, architecture, and portrait photography, with her work displayed in businesses, medical facilities, airports, and homes across the United States.
Beyond her creative pursuits, Young is deeply involved in aviation and community organizations. She is a proud member of e Ninety-Nines, the international organization of women pilots founded in 1929 by Amelia Earhart and others. She also participates in the Experimental Aircra Association’s Young Eagles Program, which introduces children ages 8 to 17 to flight, and volunteers with Honor Flight, a nonprofit organization honoring U.S. veterans. A chapter leader for Shut-Up and Write!, she also supports writers through regular community meetups.
Inspiring the Next Generation
Byron-Bergen Elementary Principal Kristin Lo us emphasized the importance of alumni like Young returning to share their journeys, saying, “Our district really benefits from the depth and diversity of our alumni. e impact on our students from meeting adults who started in their shoes and who are now pilots, authors, firefighters, farmers, teachers, doctors, or who have achieved any kind of big dream, is invaluable.”
“The impact on our students from meeting adults who started in their shoes and who are now pilots, authors, firefighters, farmers, teachers, doctors, or who have achieved any kind of big dream, is invaluable.”
KRISTIN LOFTUS, BYRON BERGEN ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL
As the assembly concluded, Young stood by the exit, offering high-fives to each student as they filed out. Several paused to share their own aspirations, and she met each one with the same encouragement: “Great! You can do it!”
True to the message she shares through her work and her life, Young continues “sowing seeds of aviation aspirations for young and old,” reminding audiences of all ages to dream big and never stop chasing the sky.
For more information about Sheila Young, visit sheilamyoung.com or find her on social media.
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February was the last month of the year for around 200 years, until the Gregorian calendar designated January the start of the new year.
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Working Out Which Plant-Based Milk Substitute Is Healthiest
Q. A.
DEAR DR. ROACH: Everyone in my family, except for me, has converted to using almond milk instead of cow’s milk. I just saw something on the internet stating that almond milk is possibly the worst plant-based milk substitute. I trust your opinion and research. Can you please educate me on what is best? Are plant-based milks really better than cow’s milk, and which plant-based milk is best? -- D.G.
ANSWER: When trying to compare plant-based milk substitutes with each other and with animal milks in their health impact, it’s important to look at what each of them have in terms of macronutrients and micronutrients.
Cow’s milk, like other animal milks, contains macronutrients like protein, sugars and fats, as well as micronutrients like calcium. (Most cow’s milk is fortified with vitamin D.) While most North Americans consume adequate protein, many people try to increase their protein intake through cow’s milk. Similarly, although the data are mixed, most experts agree that saturated fat, which is found in cow’s milk, increases heart disease risk. (Cow’s milk can be whole, low-fat, reduced fat or skim, varying in their percentages of overall fat.) However, cow’s milk contains beneficial fats like conjugated linoleic acid and methyl-branched-chain fatty acids. Most North Americans consume much more simple sugar than what is optimal with cow’s milk.
Almond milk has much less protein than cow’s milk (1 gram versus 8 grams), and the quality of the protein based on the amount of essential amino acids is less. Soy milk is much higher in protein than almond milk -- almost as much as cow’s milk, about 7 grams. Coconut milk has almost none. However, almond and soy milk have no saturated fat (or almost none) and more monounsaturated fats. Coconut milk has about the same amount of saturated fat as cow’s milk. Almond, soy and coconut milks are typically fortified with calcium to match what is found in cow’s milk, but the calcium in plant milks is not absorbed as well.
Almond milk can be bought unsweetened or sweetened with typically 7-8 grams of sugar per cup, compared to 12 grams per cup in cow’s milk. Cow’s milk has multiple other micronutrients naturally, while plant-based milk is fortified with vitamin A and D.
So, is your family right that almond milk is the worst? No, I don’t think so. In my opinion, the nonexistent protein and high saturated fat content of coconut milk makes it the least acceptable from a health perspective. Soy and almond milk seem like the better alternatives, but neither of them is really comparable to cow’s milk in terms of other micronutrients.
The choice of almond versus soy milk is not clear from a health perspective, so your taste preference should be your guide. In all cases of plant-based milks, I recommend unsweetened and unflavored products.
Caffeine: Mount Sinai notes that the relationship between caffeine and headaches is complicated. Over-the-counter headache medicines commonly include caffeine because it helps the body absorb the medication more quickly, leading to faster relief. However,overstimulation from caffeine is a common headache trigger.Individuals can speak with their physicians about their caffeine consumption, including how much is too much.Limiting such consumption could reduce the frequency of headaches.
In a few words, what do you do?
I aim to build customer relationships in an effort to “partner” with them for all their marketing needs.
What’s your favorite part about working with local businesses?
Just meeting new people and learning a bit about their business.
What makes Featured Media different?
Longevity. Family-owned for nearly 75 years, we’ve stood the test of time while many other publications have come and gone. That longevity reflects the trust our community continues to place in us.
What’s one product or service people are surprised we offer?
The variety of promotional items we offer sets us apart. I always remind customers that we’re not just print advertising. If it can be printed, chances are we can do it.
Best piece of advice you’d give a local business owner?
Budget for your annual marketing and don’t waste it on one-and-done ads. Consistency and longevity with your advertising is very important.
A local place you love:
Six Sprouts for Friday morning coffee, and several great spots for a Friday night fish fry, including Easton’s, Tee & Gee, and The Avondale.
If a visitor had one day here, where would you send them?
In good weather, Letchworth State Park. For a day excursion to a quaint little town with plenty to offer, Naples.
What’s one local event you never miss? Avon CornFest.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
Playing golf or just hanging out with friends. I also like to frequent local music venues to hear new bands, and I’m especially fond of Broadway musicals and plays.
DAN MULVANEY
Media Consultant, 7 Years
Coverage Area: Primarily the Route 5 & 20 corridor from Bloomfield to Scottsville, as well as Henrietta, Mendon, Farmington, and Naples.
Why does supporting local matter to you?
Let’s keep the money in the community to help businesses thrive.
What’s your favorite season?
Fall. I like the color change and the crisp air of fall, although I know what follows – and that would be my least favorite season: winter.
&passages memoriams
IN MEMORY OF
Frances L.Miceli
January 28, 2010
We can’t believe it’s been 16 years since you’ve been gone Your memories are treasures in our hearts. ere is not one day when we don’t think of you. Happy birthday to our one in a million, that mother and Nana is you.
Deeply missed by Josie, Florence, Nick, Amy, Sophia and Dominick.
WHAT IS A WILL?
The online financial resource Investopedia notes that wills are legally enforceable documents that dictate how people want their affairs handled and assets allocated in the wake of their deaths.
Wills should include a host of information, including who a person wants to assume guardianship of their minor-aged children should they pass away. This is especially important information to include in a will, as surviving relatives may have to go to court to contest guardianship if parents do not dictate who they want to serve as guardians in their wills.
By Fifi Rodriguez
1. HISTORY: When did the Easter Rising insurrection take place in Ireland?
2. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of India?
3. MEDICAL TERMS: What is a common name for lateral epicondylitis?
4. MOVIES: The “Back to the Future II” characters travel forward in time to which year?
5. LITERATURE: What color is the badge of courage in Stephen Crane’s novel about the Civil War?
6. GAMES: How many points is the center red bullseye on a dartboard worth?
7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of floating otters called?
8. AD SLOGANS: Which car company used the slogan “Drive your dreams”?
9. TELEVISION: What is husband Darrin’s profession in the “Bewitched” sitcom?
10. SCIENCE: What part of the brain controls hunger?
ANSWERS
1916.
New Delhi.
Tennis elbow.
2015.
Red.
50.
A raft.
Toyota.
Advertising executive.
Hypothalamus.
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We have a part-time opportunity available in our growing dental practice. We are currently seeking a: Part-time Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience. Opportunities for full-time in the future.
Competitive pay and benefits in a fun work environment. If you are reliable, hard working and flexible we would love for you to join our team!
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TMAM Management is seeking a reliable, skilled Full-Time Maintenance Technician to join our team and provide maintenance support across two residential properties located in Scottsville and Lima, NY. $20-$23 an hr. based on experience
• Perform general maintenance and repairs across both properties.
• Able to li a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must provide own basic hand tools (or be willing to obtain them before employment).
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Possess strong communication and computer skills.
• Must be dependable, self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to respond to emergency maintenance calls. Apply at www.TMAMgroup.com/careers EOE
JOBS FOR STUDENTS PROFICIENT IN MATH
Chemist: Chemists conduct analyses and experiments in laboratoriesthatrequirequalitative and quantitative computation.
Baseball UMPIRES Wanted
Genesee, Orleans, Livingston & Wyoming Counties Area High Schools and Youth Games. First MTG date is Feb. 9th from 7-9pm at Pavilion First Baptist Church. Email: membership@gvua.com or 585-519-3412 • www.gvua.com
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According to recent (2026) cost of living comparisons, the Rochester area is 10-13% more affordable than the US average. What do you think of the area’s affordability today?
Winter bites with its teeth or lashes with its tail.
~ Montenegrin Proverb
now hiring!
Veterinary Technician
University of Rochester is seeking to hire a NYS licensed veterinary technician to work with research animals in the Division of Comparative Medicine. No research experience required. Competitive pay, excellent benefits and family friendly workplace schedule.
Submit resume and letter of interest to: Recruitment Manager 601 Elmwood Ave., Box 674, Rochester, NY 14642 or AnimalResource@urmc.rochester.edu
University of Rochester is an EOE.
Byron-Bergen Central School District is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position:
Long-Term Substitute Bus Driver
e Byron-Bergen Central School District is seeking motivated team members and invites you to join our team by applying for an anticipated Bus Driver opening. is position will be a long-term substitute for the remainder of the current school year with a goal to transition to a full-time job starting September 2026.
A valid NYS Driver’s License required, along with CDL Class B with School Bus Passenger Endorsement. All applicants must pass Federal drug test and the DOT physical.
Starting rate of pay $23.00 per hour. 2026-2027 Hourly Drivers starting rate of pay $25.00+ per hour (based upon prior experience).
Applications must be received by 2 pm on February 20, 2026. Please remit letter of interest and Genesee County Civil Service application (https://www.geneseeny.gov/files/sharedassets/ county/v/4/human-resources/civil-service-application.pdf) to:
Mr. Bob Wilkins, Transportation Coordinator
Byron-Bergen CSD 6917 West Bergen Rd. Bergen, NY 14416 or by email at rwilkins@bbschools.org
For more information, visit www.bbschools.org
Byron-Bergen Central School District is a small, close-knit rural district located between Rochester and Buffalo, New York. Our community prides itself on strong relationships—everyone truly knows everyone—and a supportive, welcoming environment. We serve great kids who are respectful, engaged, and a pleasure to work with, making Byron-Bergen a rewarding place to grow your career in education. Byron-Bergen Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, origin, race or sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates.
Commercial Truck Drivers
Class A with Tank Endorsement and 5 years of
experience REQUIRED
Work includes but is not limited to pneumatic dry bulk tanks, dry vans and tandems. Churchville, NY terminal, close to 490.
Benefits include company paid health & dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement matching plan, and more. Call Rick at 585-370-9112
AVOID FINANCIAL PERIL AFTER A JOB LOSS
Losing a job can be devastating. Even in a strong market, companies can go out of business or reduce payroll. Being let go can initially tug at one’s pride, and after a layoff sets in, it may cause individuals to start worrying for their financial futures.While many people can survive and may even enjoy a few weeks of rest and relaxation after a job loss, financial concerns may surface soon thereafter. A 2017 GOBankingRates survey found that more than half of American adults have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts. Financial planners typically advise people to have at least three month’s worth of earnings socked away for emergency situations, like a medical issue or a job loss. Even though the survey also found more than a quarter (27 percent) of respondents have $10,000 or more saved, that might not be enough to survive a job loss for six months or more.
A job loss can come as a shock. However, with level-headedness and smart planning, many people can avoid dire financial situations in the wake of a layoff.
EFFICIENCY AT WORK
Information is now seemingly always at our fingertips thanks to mobile devices like smartphones and tablets. While these devices may theoretically allow workers to become more productive, research suggests otherwise. Professor, researcher and author Gloria Mark with the University of California, Irvine says that activity switching and being frequently interrupted, including self-interruptions like checking social media and email, can lead people to develop short attention spans. That inability to focus for extended periods of time can adverselyaffectefficiency.
NON-TEACHING
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Rochester Scale Works, Inc. has an opening for an Industrial
Scale Service Technician
is is a full-time, 40 hour position with overtime. Experience is preferred but will train the right candidate. Full benefit package to include medical, 401k and profit sharing, paid holidays and vacation, yearly bonus and life insurance.
Job Summary: Testing, repair and calibration of industrial weighing systems
Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalency, must have a clean driver’s license and transportation, electronic and mechanical ability, good attitude, on time, dependable, have own basic hand tools. All specialty tools are supplied.
Please send resume by email to the attention: George Eiff George@rochesterscale.com
VOCATIONAL SCHOOLING CAN PAVE THE WAY TO HIGH-PAYING JOBS
Many students believe that the next natural step after graduating from high school is to go off to college. Secondary education has become such a common transition that many parents begin saving for college tuition as soon as their children are born. Although college can be the next chapter in a student’s education, many teenagers still choose to attend trade school.
Television personality Mike Rowe says the country is in the midst of a skilled labor shortage because workers lack the necessary training to fill the hundreds of thousands of available jobs. Lack of information may drive the notion that trade jobs are nothing more than a backup plan if college doesn’t pan out. However, by realizing that trade jobs, along with short-term vocational training, is a smart investment - and eventually a lucrative career choice - attitudes about trade schools and laborintensive jobs may shift.
A great number of college graduates enter the workforce with degrees that may not help them land jobs. And these students typically carry thousands of dollars in tuition debt. Many college grads are underemployed and working in jobs that aren’t even in their fields of study. Career and technical schools help students develop specialized skills that make graduates immediately marketable in their chosen fields, and trade salaries can be very competitive.
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And there is quite a different sort of conversation around a fire than there is in the shadow of a beech tree.... [F]our dry logs have in them all the circumstance necessary to a conversation of four or five hours, with chestnuts on the plate and a jug of wine between the legs. Yes, let us love winter, for it is the spring of genius. ~ Pietro Aretino, translated from Italian
