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Local News
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PHIL LOSSIFER
Found Pat Buchanan's book "The Death of the West" fer a buck ninety-five in a second hand shop. Git it, read it, but remember this man's one of our "elitist" people who think liberals are stupid, conservatives are saints an' he's head guru, along with Card an' Bush!...[Read full story]
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PHIL LOSSIFER
Two Trader items caught m' eye, havin' t' to with candidates runnin' fer office. It isn't unique for candidates t' agree t' a debate, then withdraw for unexplained reasons. This is where problems lie in politics...[Read full story]
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KOLB PRESENTS FLAGS TO CIVIC CENTER
Assemblyman Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) presents both a United States and New York state flag to the Canandaigua Civic Center. Pictured from left are Thomas Flynn, Kolb and David Korpiel...[Read full story]
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WINE INDUSTRY GETS AN ECONOMIC BOOST
The 2005 legislative session proved to be one of the most productive for New York's bustling wine industry. Central New York and the Finger Lakes region produce - without question - some of the best wines in the world. Legislation and initiatives from 2005 have helped provide a boost for New York's agricultural and tourism industries, bringing more money and jobs to our wine regions...[Read full story]
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KOLB PRESENTS SUMMER READING CHALLENGE CERTIFICATES
Assemblyman Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) joins participants from the 2005 Summer Reading Challenge to award them their Certificates of Merit. The Summer Reading Challenge is a tool to help school administrators and parents teach their students and children that it is productive and fun to read...[Read full story]
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CANANDAIGUA VA AND VETERANS NEED YOUR HELP
Our region during 2004 witnessed a bittersweet victory in the ongoing battle over whether to keep the Canandaigua Veterans Affairs Hospital open. The VA Hospital is more than a place of care and sanctuary for our veterans; it is an icon in Canandaigua, Central New York and the Finger Lakes region...[Read full story]
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LEGISLATURE ACTS ON NEW BENEFIT FOR SENIORS
After a summer of record high prices at the gas pumps, New Yorkers will be faced with skyrocketing home heating costs this winter. The high cost of energy is having a major impact on our economy, hurting the bottom lines of small businesses, increasing the costs to consumers, pinching the pocketbooks of families and threatening the ability of seniors to keep warm this winter...[Read full story]
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Legislative Column by New York State Senator Michael F. Nozzolio (R-Fayette)
BETTER ACCESS TO TRANSPORTATION CREATES JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN FINGER LAKES REGION
The Finger Lakes Region has faced many challenges over the years, perhaps none as daunting as how to provide safe, affordable transportation for its senior citizens. Because of the largely rural area and distance between the two larger cities of Rochester and Syracuse, our region has been, for the most part, transportation challenged...[Read full story]
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THE PLANT MAN
How to get Started on your Landscaping Project
You look out of your window and all you see is wide expanse of nothing but grass, but what you really want to see is a vista of attractive landscaping with colorful shrubs and trees. Or perhaps you're looking at a tangle of brambles and ugly bushes that have gotten out of control and you'd love to create an easy-care outdoor oasis...[Read full story]
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THE PLANT MAN
Simple Design Elements Help Avoid Landscaping Problems
Getting started on creating your ideal landscape can be the toughest part. You can envision stately trees and lush beds of beautiful shrubs and perennials, but exactly how do you go about it?...[Read full story]
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THE PLANT MAN
Falling Leaves: Love 'em or Leave 'em?
There's a reason they call this season "fall." Those leaves that look so beautiful as they turn from green to gold to crimson don't look so attractive when they've become a sodden carpet on your lawn...[Read full story]
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Horoscopes...[Click here for Readings]
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WE DID HAVE FUN
By Milly Converse
When I was a little girl I lived in the country. We had no electricity or central heat but lived very cozy with coal and wood stoves and kerosene lights plus candles. Doing homework by kerosene lights wasn't the greatest as you had to sit at the table and get real close to it...[Read full story]
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NEW FIRE HALL IN PHELPS
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A Life Insurance Q&A
At one point or another, you've probably given life insurance some thought. And, if you're wondering how much is enough, you're not alone. The fact is, determining life insurance needs is not just a matter of simple arithmetic. It requires you to take an objective look at your current needs and your future goals. This is where a "needs analysis" can be of great importance...[Read full story]
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Insuring Your Child's College Education
Few would argue with the value of a college education. Our economy increasingly favors college graduates for the best jobs. Technological change at an accelerated pace is requiring a more knowledgeable and skilled workforce than ever before...[Read full story]
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Granger Homestead Society announces new Executive Director
The Granger Homestead Society, Inc. is pleased to welcome Margaret (Peg) Collins as their new Executive Director. The Granger Homestead wishes to thank Saralinda Hooker, the former Executive Director, for her exceptional service and support of the Homestead. Ms. Collins succeeds Ms. Hooker in her role as Executive Director...[Read full story]
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PHELPS LIBRARY
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Diaz Dennis Is 1st Latina to Serve as National Board Chair
Girl Scouts - Seven Lakes Council, Inc. congratulates Patricia Diaz Dennis, an accomplished attorney and a former Girl Scout, as being named Girl Scouts of the USA's first Latina Chair of the National Board of Directors. Dennis currently serves as senior vice president and assistant general counsel for SBC Communications, Inc. in San Antonio, Texas. She was elected First Vice Chair of Girl Scouts of the USA in October 2002, and from 1999 to 2002, she held the office of National Secretary. Patricia also holds membership on the Executive Committee and serves as Vice Chair of the International Relations Committee...[Read full story]
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR
We subscribe to the Community Trader. Midlakes sports column is a joke! Volleyball, soccer, tennis and golf is all that is written about. Midlakes has a JV Football team with a 6 and 0 record, but not a word about this in the paper. Don't you think these kids deserve a pat on the back? Also not a word about the Varsity Football. If you are going to write a sports column, be fair to all the sports or maybe we won't bother to renew our subscription...[Read full story]
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FINGER LAKES COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS "SCOUTING FOR FOOD" FOR HUNGRY NEIGHBORS
On Saturday, November 12, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venturers will continue a Finger Lakes Council good turn that began in 1988. But "Do a good turn daily" is the Boy Scout slogan...[Read full story]
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HEATING CONTRACTOR HAS HOT TIPS FOR KEEPING WARM THIS WINTER
With energy costs predicted to rise as much as 70 percent, a poorly maintained furnace can become a real money pit. Break downs, coupled with energy costs could drain your bank account and leave you out in the cold. The Finger Lakes' Halco Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning has a number of recommendations for your comfort this winter and for many winters, and summers, to come...[Read full story]
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Manure Spill Prevention Information on New York EDEN Web Site
Through a collaborative effort on the part of several Cornell Cooperative Extension programs that work with livestock producers, water quality, and farm safety and health issues, a Web page has been created and may be accessed through the New York Extension Disaster Education Network (NY EDEN) website: http://emergencypreparedness.cce.cornell.edu. (Click on "Manure spill response and prevention" under "Hot Topics."). The Web page addresses the following issues regarding liquid manure storage facilities:...[Read full story]
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The Trouble with Transoms
Dear Designing Solutions: I have transom windows above all of my windows across the front of my house. I need to cover each transom with curtains because I am getting faded carpet and hardwood floors. My dilemma is that one window is in the master bedroom. The other is at the foot of a staircase in the foyer and another in a 10 year old's bedroom. I want all of the curtains to have the same color to them because of the appearance you would get from the street. I want them to match. The outside of the house is stucco in front and the
colors are wheat with white trim and burgundy shutters. I also have a bay
window in the dining area that also has the transom windows above them.
Can someone please help? Oh, I also have wood blinds on the windows under
the transoms. Help! I'm not decorative savvy. I also have 10' ceilings. Thanks,
Rhonda...[Read full story]
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Has Clifton Springs Gone To the Dogs?
First I need to say that I like animals. I recently obtained a dog from the local shelter. He seems a nice enough dog, but he thinks that he is the neighborhood watch dog (all 15 pounds of him); barks at anything and nothing, which is a habit I'm trying to discourage. A couple of weeks ago, when the weather was actually nice, I had my front door open to enjoy the breeze. And of course, Clancy started barking. When I went to reprimand him, I discovered a stray dog on the front porch, so I closed the front door and assumed he would stray away...[Read full story]
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F.F. THOMPSON HOSPITAL OFFERS SATURDAY LAB HOURS
CANANDAIGUA, NY- If you need lab work done, the F. F. Thompson Hospital laboratory now offers Saturday hours to better meet the needs of patients. The laboratory, located at 350 Parrish St., Canandaigua, is open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-6 p.m., and now Saturdays from 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. The laboratory has two additional locations with hours as noted below:
" Thompson Medical Center, 1160 Corporate Dr., Farmington. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed daily from 12-12:30 p.m. for lunch).
" Canandaigua Medical Group, 335 Parrish St., Canandaigua. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Each location is open to the public no matter who your physician is. For your appointment, you will need to bring your lab order signed by your physician or provider. Call the F.F. Thompson Hospital laboratory at (585) 396-6540 with any questions.
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