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News for the week of
October 2, 2005

In Features:

Chain saw ministry to help hurricane victims in Louisiana
On Monday, October 3, Bruce Plummer and Dale Brownhill, both of Brockport, will be flying to Louisiana with chain saws to help clear trees and otherwise help victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. more

Information meeting for proposed Bergen Highway Facility Oct. 11
A public informational meeting regarding the proposed highway facility for the Town of Bergen will take place on Tuesday, October 11, at 7 p.m. at the Bergen Fire Department, 10 Hunter Street. more

Life after retirement
Though Gary Beldue was forced to retire early, he has been able to handcraft how life after Eastman Kodak will be. more

Nightmare Manor Haunted House opening
Nightmare Manor, Western New York's most frightening and largest Halloween attraction will open its gates this October. more

Former employees of Owens-Illinois gather for reunion
It all started with a "we should get together sometime" comment and blossomed into a full fledged reunion for former co-workers of Brockport's Owens-Illinois plant. more

Veteran sales representative retires from Westside News Inc.
David Lavery retired recently from a career in advertising sales which spanned decades. Committed to customer satisfaction, Dave not only met the advertising needs of his clients but became friends with legions of business owners and employees as he visited them to prepare ads throughout the years. more

In Briefly:

Helping hands
Boys from Troop 59 in Clarendon were honored recently by the Historical Society. more

Politically Speaking:

Murray Republicans announce candidates
The Murray Republican Committee has announced its fall slate of candidates. more

In Schools:

Holley School Board makes one-year appointment
At its September 19 meeting, the Holley Board of Education appointed Rocco Gervasi of Lynch Road to fill the unexpired term of Dennis Piedimonte. more

Student helpers
Elementary students from Holley are helping the hurricane victims by reading and selling handmade friendship bracelets. more

In Seniors:

Chili Senior Center programs
•Pinochle - Senior citizens (age 55+) who enjoy playing Pinochle are welcome at the Chili Senior Center on Wednesdays from noon to 3 p.m. There is no charge to participate. For information, call 889-6185. more

Hilton-Parma Senior Center
October events, Mickey Rodak - Coordinator 392-9030. more

In Sports:

Area alumni lead Eagles to national ranking
Byron-Bergen graduates Rory Charcholla and Josh Piscitelli, along with Brockport High alum Matt Nelson, are helping the Brockport Golden Eagles men's soccer team to a spot among the top programs in the country and improve their record to 9-0. more

Dorofy, Yanklowski tie school mark
Spencerport's first doubles team of seniors Heather Dorofy and Julie Yanklowski tied the school record for wins in a season (12) as they led the Rangers to a 4-3 win over Brockport in girls tennis on Senior Day. more

Eagles win on Maxon goal
Alternate goalkeeper Mike Maxon scored late in the first half to lead Kendall to a 1-0 boy's soccer victory over Holley at Jurh's Field. more

Gymkhana event raises funds
The 2005 Gymkhana event raised over $2,000 to benefit Lakeside Memorial Hospital. more

Hilton Cardinals Babe Ruth baseball revamped
Babe Ruth is a travel baseball program targeted for the baseball player wising to continue on to play high school ball and beyond. Some regular season games may involve competition against other teams from different parts of the state. more

Hilton High School Sports Hall of Fame calls for nominations
The Hilton High School Sports Hall of Fame has issued a call for nominations for the 2005 induction. more

Spencerport's Covella leads Eagles
Junior quarterback A.J. Covella (Spencerport) was 21-of-30 passing and two touchdowns as SUNY Brockport defeated Frostburg State (MD) 19-14 in college football to even their record at 2-2. more

Trapper training courses set
A trapping training course is required for all persons seeking a first trapping license. more

Willit goal paces Rangers
Senior captain Laura Willit scored two minutes into the second half to break a scoreless tie and give Spencerport a 1-0 victory over Hilton in girl's soccer. more