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New measures on campaign donors draw criticism The law will also strengthen anti-coordination between independent spending groups and Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuo- candidates, as it prohibits indemo signed a measure late last pendent spenders from contribmonth that aims to toughen uting directly to candidates and election, lobbying and ethics en- prevents political action comforcement laws, in an effort to mittees, PACs, from making limit the power of independent contributions to independent expenditure committees operating expenditure campaigns. under common control. State Sen. George Latimer, a Harrison’s Matt Rossi However, according to Rye Rye Democrat who is running escapes an Eastchester City Councilwoman Julie Killian, for re-election, said, “It doesn’t defender on Sept. 3. The a Republican candidate for the solve the problem.” Huskies will tangle with rival The legislation would dimin- state Senate, political spending Rye on Saturday, Sept. 10. ish the influence of a U.S. Su- is not necessarily the issue. “CorFor more about this year’s preme Court case known as Citi- rupt and go-along career legislacontest, visit our special United 37 v. Federal Election tors are the problem,” she said. September 2016 Number | www.mamaroneckreview.com section beginning on9,page 16. | Vol. 4,zens Commission, which has encour- “If we really want to change the Photo/Bobby Begun aged wealthy donors to increase culture of corruption in Albany, campaign contributions through we need to enact term limits for independent expenditures to state officeholders.” Killian also criticized Cuomo publicly support or criticize a candidate, according to the for previously receiving busigovernor. In 2010, the Supreme ness-backed aid. “It’s ironic that Court ruled that corporations the governor, who has raised have the same free speech rights tens of millions [of dollars] from people who have state contracts, as people. An independent expenditure is wants to now limit campaign a political campaign communica- donations from legitimate orgation that touts or expressively ad- nizations who want to express vocates for the defeat of an iden- their constitutionally protected of a two-year capital improve- 2 Bruce Ave., like Westches- tified candidate that is not made free speech,” she said. In 2011 and 2012, a controter County’s first Play2Learn in cooperation with or at the apments plan, is $250,000. According to Dave Donelson, Festival on Sept. 10, which cel- proval of a candidate, or a candi- versial business-backed group called Committee to Save New the vice president of the board of ebrates the importance of play date’s authorized committee. Cuomo said, “Citizens Unit- York spent $17 million to adtrustees of the library and presi- in a child’s life. The festival will dent of the Harrison Public Li- be hosted by the Harrison Public ed is one of the worst Supreme vance Cuomo’s agenda during brary Foundation, the branch Library, and will be held in Ma Court decisions in history, and in his first two years as governor. Among others to criticize the just six years has already had a library has endured a significant Riis Park outside the library. corrosive 37 impact on new measures is Common Cause September 9, 2016 Vol. 4, Number | www.ryecityreview.com Eight different play zones |profoundly amount of repairs throughout New York, a nonprofit political the past couple years, including with over 20 hands-on activities our democracy.” Under the new agreement, advocacy organization that ennew roofing, updates to windows will be distributed throughout and doors, and improvements to the park, including creative play, independent spending groups— gages in lobbying that has been air condition. “Unfortunately, science, music and dance, physi- political consultants and lob- openly opposed to the legislathe library has fallen into disre- cal play, sensory experiences, byists—are required to register tion. The group has argued that pair, but I think it will be a nice, make-believe, construction and with the state and may not be the legislation places stringent brighter and more welcoming technology. Popular partners formed by a candidate or run by restrictions on nonprofits, and place than it was before,” he and performers include local the candidate’s family members CUOMO continued on page 10 businesses Nora’s Ovenworks, or former staffers. said. Donelson mentioned that Fenom Fitness, Aw Yeah Comwhile the West Harrison branch ics, Chloe’s Kids, Turtle Dance Follow us on Twitter @harrisonreview is closed for repairs, residents Music and Songs for Seeds. can enjoy events and programs Like us on facebook.com/harrisonreview at the main library, located at CONTACT: franco@hometwn.com
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Library construction underway in West Harrison By FRANCO FINO Staff Writer The West Harrison Branch of the Harrison Public Library will remain closed throughout September as construction crews continue to work on a monthslong renovation to make improvements to the building. “Over years of wear and tear, the West Harrison Branch came to have a dreary feel,” said Galina Chernykh, director of the Harrison Public Library. “We’re trying to create a space where people want to hang out and be in. Our patrons now more than ever want to come together and be a community.” In order to maintain the building, crews began performing construction on Aug. 15 to re-
move and replace carpeting and provide a fresh look by painting the building that serves the West Harrison, Purchase and White Plains communities. Construction also includes the removal of asbestos tiles, which was not originally planned but was necessary once crews began removing library carpeting, according to Robert Blake, president of the board of trustees of the Harrison Public Library. “It’s not a problem if you don’t disturb the [asbestos] tiles, but once we removed carpeting we felt the safest thing to do was to remove the tiles as well,” Blake said. All library renovations are set to be complete by mid-October, according to Blake. The total cost of the project, which is part
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Harrison among top U.S. high schools By COREY STOCKTON Staff Writer Six Westchester County public schools are among the top 500 in the country, according to a study commissioned by Newsweek in August. Each year, Newsweek compiles a list of the nation’s top high schools, rating most highly the institutions which best prepare their students for college. Harrison High School was not ranked in 2015, but was placed at No. 135 on this year’s list. Louis Wool, superintendent of Harrison schools, lauded the high school for allowing all of its students to take more difficult Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses which resemble college-level work. “The more we’ve encouraged students to take these risks, the better we’ve done on these lists,” Wool said. He added that Harrison High School does not require an entrance exam to enroll in the IB courses. “The most important part is how we are preparing [students] for college,
especially for [their] freshman year,” he said. “We do not preclude any kids who want to take these courses.” Both Eastchester and Rye high schools returned to the top half of the chart this year. Rye, which was ranked 98th in the 2015 study, ascended to No. 96, while Eastchester dropped from No. 132 to No. 194. Brian Monahan, interim superintendent of Rye schools since August, said he was impressed by the degree to which Rye students challenge themselves by taking college-level courses, and added that the school district was honored to be included on the list. Jeff Capuano, principal at Eastchester Senior High School, said he has also seen a growth in students taking college-level classes, and added that the school implores students to challenge themselves. “Rankings aside, research shows that the higher level courses a student takes, the higher likelihood that they’re going to succeed when they’re in college,” he said. The study ranked schools
based on stats like “college readiness,” graduation rate and percentage of students who are college-bound, enrollment in college-level programs like Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate, and also looked at student retention, counselor-student ratio and average SAT and ACT test scores. However, the Newsweek list is not necessarily a chart of the best schools; only schools that participate in the study are considered for the final list. Matthew Finster, a senior research associate with Westat, research partner for the Newsweek study, said the firm compiles a list of about 16,000 schools using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Westat sends a survey to those schools seeking in-depth information. Only the schools that respond—normally about 25 percent of the initial list—are considered in the study. Westchester County’s top school in 2016 was Briarcliff— 33rd overall—which also ranked high in the previous two years. Of the counties in New York
Harrison High School was ranked 135th among the top 500 schools in the country, according to a Newsweek study. The school’s graduation rate was in the 99th percentile; its college-bound student rate was in the 96th percentile. File photo
state which had ranked schools, Westchester ranked second, behind Nassau County which had 12 schools ranked in the top 500. Eleven Westchester schools were featured in Newsweek’s 2015 poll. Bronxville, which was ranked 29th last year—the best in the county and fourth over-
all in the state—was not ranked in the most recent poll. Rye Neck, which was ranked 140th last year, was also absent from the 2016 list. Those schools did not submit data for this year’s Newsweek poll. However, both schools were listed on this year’s Washington Post index of most
challenging high schools, along with Mamaroneck, Rye, Harrison and seven other Westchester County schools. Only public high schools were ranked in the Newsweek and Washington Post studies. CONTACT: corey@hometwn.com
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What’s going on... Harrison Public Library
Visit harrisonpl.org for more information on programs and library hours.
West Harrison branch temporary closing The West Harrison branch, at 2 Madison St., will be temporarily closed for carpet replacement and other repairs to be done by the end of September. A reopening date will be announced when possible. All books must be returned to other Westchester Library System locations. Holds will be available for pickup at the Richard Halperin Memorial Building, at 2 Bruce Ave.
One-on-one technology help The library will be helping patrons with their phone, tablet or laptop on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Richard Halperin Memorial Building. People are encouraged to bring their devices during this drop-in help session. This program is free and open to the public, and registration is required. For more information or to register for this program, call 835-0324.
Play2Learn Festival On Saturday, Sept 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at
classes at the Richard Halperin Memorial Building. In the fall, the class meets twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday mornings through Nov. 29. Registration for each class is required online or by calling 835-0324.
Ma Riis Park by the Richard Halperin Memorial Building. The rain date will be Saturday, Sept. 17. Please RSVP at harrisonpl.org/play2learn. Harrison Public Library’s Play2Learn Festival is a free family event for the entire community celebrating the importance of play in a child’s life. Play is essential to the development of young children because it contributes to their ability to learn across cognitive, physical, social and emotional well being. There will be eight unique play zones with more than 20 hands-on activities. Live music, food truck vendors, raffles and more will also be on site.
On Thursday, Sept. 15 from 9:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at the Richard Halperin Memorial Building. For ages 1 to 4. This program features songs, stories and a puppet show in English and Spanish with Miss Claudia and Miss Mariella.
Singalong Sundays with Chloe
Chloe’s Sign & Play
On Sundays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard Halperin Memorial Building. Participants come together as a community to celebrate early childhood through music and movement. In this class, sing, shake and move. Children and parents are sure to love the captivating songs, live accordion music and activities designed with specific cognitive milestones in mind. This class will feature a variety of child-sized instruments and props, and a wealth of both traditional and original songs to add to your singalong repertoire. Get ready for a fun, creative, and engaging experience. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
On Fridays from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Richard Halperin Memorial Building. Give your child the gift of language. This is a fun class where families can learn to communicate with their preverbal children using real signs from American Sign Language. Based on the award-winning Baby Signing Time series, this class will give parents a window into the hearts and minds of their little ones. Through fun songs, stories and games, parents and children will learn many useful signs for everyday communication. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
BOCES English and Citizenship Classes On Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Richard Halperin Memorial Building. For adults age 18 and up. Southern Westchester BOCES is offering free English and citizenship
Bilingual Storytime
1:30 p.m. in NMA Galleries. Bradley Brookshire, associate professor at Purchase College’s Conservatory of Music and assistant conductor at The Metropolitan Opera, performs Bach’s Goldberg Variations with his signature virtuosity on a two-manual harpsichord. Tickets to public programs are free to Purchase College students, staff and faculty, as well as Neuberger Museum of Art Circle Level Members. General admission: $10.
Screening of ‘Megunica’ On Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in NMA Study. Join award-winning Italian filmmaker, Lorenzo Fonda, for a special screening and conversation about his film, “Megunica,” which follows the muralist and animator BLU through Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Argentina. Tickets to public programs are free to Purchase College students, staff and faculty, as well as Neuberger Museum of Art Circle Level Members. General admission: $10.
The Harrison Players Open auditions for comedy
On Tuesday, Sept. 20 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. This field trip is for children age 5 and up. The group will meet at the Rye Nature Center, located at 873 Boston Post Road. Participants will learn all about nutritious apples, how they grow, and their many uses for wildlife and humans. Children will also be given the opportunity to manipulate an oldfashioned apple press and sample some locally made delicious apple cider. Registration is required online or by calling 835-0324. There will be a maximum of 20 children with an adult.
The Harrison Players Community Theatre Group presents open auditions for “The Women,” a 1930s comedy written by Clare Boothe Luce. It will be directed by Anthony J. Valbiro. Auditions will be on Sunday, Sept. 11 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Veterans’ Memorial Building, 210 Halstead Ave. in Harrison. Performances will take place on Friday, Oct. 21, Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23. For the character breakdowns and more information, visit harrisonplayers.org. If you have any questions, call 630-1089 or email harrisonplayers@yahoo.com.
The Feeley Fund
County events
Make the Difference
Westchester County Car Show
The Eugene J. Feeley Harrison High School Student Aid Fund Inc. has awarded grants to four Harrison High School 2016 graduates. The Faculty Selection Committee chooses students who are accepted at accredited colleges and are financially eligible. Lola Geiger, executive director of the Feeley Fund who was ably assisted by Mary Riguzzi, thanks all Harrison residents, parents and faculty for providing the financial assistance for these worthy young people. Contributions may be sent to The Feeley Fund, Harrison High School, 255 Union Ave., Harrison, NY 10528. The Class of 2017 may obtain information about the Feeley Fund from the Guidance Department of the Harrison High School.
Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino invites classic car buffs to the Westchester County Car Show on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Glen Island Park in New Rochelle. Registration for exhibitors on that day is from 8 a.m. to noon. Admission is free for spectators. There is a parking fee of $5 per car. In case of rain, the event will be cancelled. The show will feature displays of a wide variety of classic and collectible cars, street rods and motorcycles, all carefully restored to mint condition or modified for performance. The Westchester Street Rod Association will present more than 100 trophies to the best vehicles, classified by decades up to modified 2016. For information on entering a car or bike, call 260-9274, 666-2057, 844-8240 or 203-536-0747. For information about being a vendor at the event, call Beth Bricker at 231-4645. The car show is sponsored by Westchester County Parks, the Westchester Street Rod Association and Sassone Bros. Auto Body Repairs.
All About Apples field trip
Neuberger Museum of Art Neuberger Museum of Art is open Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m., and is closed on Monday. The museum is located at 735 Anderson Hill Road in Purchase. For more information, call 251-6100 or visit neuberger.org.
Bradley Brookshire performance On Wednesday, Sept. 21 from 12:30 p.m. to
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Letters to the Editor
You can laugh, or cry To the Editor, Watching the town board meeting of Sept. 1, I really had to laugh. I don’t ordinarily watch these meetings, but something was expected to happen, so I did. The expected did not, but there was something un-expected. There was actually a lengthy discussion about bonding—the cost of it and the total being bonded in 2016. Councilman Joe Stout questioned it as he had once before. But this time, when it came time to vote, Stout voted against the majority of the board. Why did that make me laugh? Because this was the very first time in his eight months that Stout voted against the rest of the board. My cynical mind says this was all a reaction to Chris Rodier’s campaign to win the Democratic primary for councilman on Sept. 13. The other candidate is Joe Stout. Rodier has consistently pointed out that Stout had never voted against the Republican majority. In fact, until recently, he seldom even spoke up. And now, just before the Democratic primary, there was lengthy discussion on bonding between Stout and Malfitano, and then, a “no” vote by Stout regarding that large bond, his first-ever “no” vote in his eight months as a councilman. With a 4-1 vote, his “no” had no weight to it. As I said, my cynical side just had to laugh, or cry. Laughter is better. In the primary on Sept. 13, will Democrats vote for the person who 99 percent of the time votes “yes,” or for the one who will always be asking questions, and discussing the answers at board meetings? Joan B. Walsh, Harrison
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more cases of Zika in Westchester By FRANCO FINO Staff Writer Westchester County residents’ fears of the Zika virus spreading throughout the Hudson Valley area may have been realized, after county health officials have once again confirmed its presence in the region. According to Caren Halbfinger, director of affairs for the Westchester County Department of Health, at least 19 people throughout the county are confirmed to be infected with Zika, as of press time, after contracting the virus while traveling outside the country. Ten individuals in Rockland County are also infected with the virus. While there have been no Zika-related births in the area, county health officials reported that two of those diagnosed with the virus in Westchester were previously pregnant; however, the county has verified that there are no individuals currently pregnant to have been infected. In early August, Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican, said, “The county is working diligently to address Zika through education, surveillance, and mosquito control.” The first Zika virus case in the county was reported in early February, as the health department confirmed that a man had contracted the virus while travelling outside the U.S. According to the Department of Health, the county resident, whose name and address could not be obtained because of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, has since made a full recovery of the virus that has impacted countries throughout the globe, including the Western Hemisphere, Asia, Africa, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. Nearly 59 countries have been infiltrated by Zika, accord-
ing to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC. To date, no mosquitos in New York state have been tested positive for carrying Zika virus; however, scientists believe the Asian tiger mosquito, which can be found in the Lower Hudson Valley, is one species of mosquito that can transmit the virus. “Truly there has to be an approach coordinated on a federal level to find a vaccine because
this is just the beginning of concerns related to Zika,” said Westchester County Legislator Catherine Parker, a Rye Democrat. “People also need to understand that they need to take some steps to be proactive as well.” Parker said with summer coming to close, while there has not been any case of local contractions of the virus from mosquitos in the Lower Hudson Valley thus far, residents must still be wary of the possibility of the virus travelling north from Florida, whether it is through sexual transmission or mosquito migration.
The Westchester County Department of Health also announced on Aug. 19 the existence of mosquitos carrying the West Nile virus, specifically in the city of Yonkers. “We hope confirmation of mosquitoes with West Nile virus reminds residents to take precautions,” said Westchester County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler. “The best ways to avoid West Nile, and other mosquito-borne illnesses, are to remove standing water from your property.” In an effort to combat the spread of the virus, according to Parker, the county health department is giving residents free minnows that can eat mosquito larvae, applying larvacide to catch basins on county and municipal roads, and doubling up on the number of mosquito trap sites where there could be a potential
Zika outbreak. Favorite mosquito breeding sites include buckets, plant pot saucers, clogged gutters, pet bowls, old tires, as well as children’s pools and toys. According to the CDC, Zika infection during pregnancy can cause serious birth defects and is associated with other pregnancy problems, including microcephaly, which is a defect where a baby’s head is smaller than expected and the brain is not developed properly. Symptoms of the Zika virus typically include mild fever, rash, joint pain and red eyes, as well as muscle pain and headaches. There have not been any recorded deaths in Westchester County caused by Zika, as of press time. CONTACT: franco@hometwn.com
The Westchester County Department of Health has confirmed that 19 county residents have been infected with Zika virus while travelling outside the country. Pictured is aedes albopictus, commonly known as the Asian tiger mosquito, a species that is capable of carrying the virus. Photo courtesy Thomas Mistretta
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School district welcomes new HHS principal The Harrison Central School District is excited to announce that Kimberly Beukema is the new Harrison High School principal. Beukema was previously the principal of Johnson City High School near Binghamton, New York. In 2015, she received the High School Principal of the Year Award from the School Administrators Association of New York State for outstanding leadership and dedication to the success of her students. In a letter to the community, Louis Wool, superintendent of the Harrison school district, said of Beukema, “She has had a distinguished career as a teacher, assistant principal and principal. However, her most distinguishing characteristic is a personality that exudes joy for her work and in her relationships. She is a re-
New Harrison High School Principal Kimberly Beukema. Photo courtesy Harrison school district
lentless student advocate and has pioneered initiatives that ensure students have the resources and support to fully realize their potential.” One of Beukema’s innovations was the implementation of “Just Take One,” a program in which each teacher mentors
a student, building personal connections that strengthen the sense of belonging and community. Before being promoted as the principal of Johnson City High School, Beukema served as the school’s assistant principal for three years. She also spent 10 years as a high school English teacher in the Binghamton city schools, where she also served as a literacy coach and provided professional development for teachers. Beukema earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in English, and a master’s degree in Reading from the State University of New York at Cortland. She has also completed graduate course work in Educational Administration from the State University of New York at Cortland and Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. (Submitted)
‘Dads Take Your Child to School Day’ set for 9/20 Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino has called on all dads and Westchester school leaders to save the date for “Dads Take Your Child to School Day” on Tuesday, Sept. 20. “Dads Take Your Child to School Day is a great way for dads and kids to get the school year started off right—and to keep it going strong,” said Astorino, a father of three young children. “Please join us for this fun and important way to show our children we care about their education and will be there all year long.” If you are a school leader, please visit the statewide campaign site to register your school at dadstakeyourchildtoschoolday.com. It only takes a minute
to sign up, and there are some great activity ideas to explore while you’re there. You can also learn more by contacting Joseph D. Kenner of the Westchester County Department of Social Services at jkenner@westchestergov.com or 995-3287. Research shows that students with involved fathers receive more A’s, enjoy school more, and stay in school longer, according to the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse, a resource of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Westchester’s Dads Take Your Child to School Day is part of a statewide campaign that promotes fatherhood by encouraging fathers, stepfathers, foster fathers, grandfathers, uncles,
brothers, godfathers and other significant male caregivers to be involved in their child’s education. Astorino’s #DadBeThere fatherhood initiative is an ongoing effort to support the full spectrum of fathers, from those who are active in the home to those who are absent. Programs range from career counseling and job placement assistance to simply creating more opportunities for dads and families to spend time together. Visit westchestergov. com/dadbethere to learn more. All dads and families are encouraged to share their proud fathering moments using the hashtags #DadBeThere and #DadsTakeYourChildtoSchoolDay on social media. (Submitted)
She’s not crazy, her name just rhymes with it. Read Lenore Skenazy’s column every week in the Review. A past contributor to the Daily News and the New York Sun, Skenazy has also appeared on “The Daily Show,” been profiled in the New Yorker and even had her own reality TV show, “World’s Worst Mom.”
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Harrison is not ‘broke’ and other updates HARRISON HAPPENINGS Mayor Ron Belmont
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our fire departments for their quick and efficient efforts in response to a recent fire at SUNY Purchase. Our dedicated firefighters are a valued resource and, once again, their swift arrival and professionalism served to keep our community safe. Fortunately, the fire was quickly controlled and no one was hurt. At a recent town board meeting, the board approved a special exception use permit which will allow for the development of 421 rental units at 103 and 105 Corporate Park Drive, located on the Platinum Mile adjacent to Interstate 287. After several years of review and public hearings, this site, which is currently occupied by essentially vacant office buildings, will be developed into much-needed multi-family housing. I’m happy that this project can add to our area’s economic growth and look forward to seeing the finished product. September is Library Card
Sign-up Month, and the Harrison Public Library wants to make sure all Harrison residents have a library card. In the month of September, in celebration of National Library Card Sign-up Month, all new cardholders will be automatically entered into a raffle for a $10 Dunkin’ Donuts gift card. Five winners will be drawn from raffle entries on Oct. 1. Getting a library card is fast, easy and free. Adults must bring proof of their current address, such as a driver’s license or utility bill. Parents will need to sign the registration form on behalf of children ages 12 and younger. Within minutes, a library card will be issued. I encourage all residents to take part in this event. In closing, it has come to my attention that there is erroneous information being put forth regarding the town’s financial standing. I would like to take this time to resolve the issue by clarifying certain inaccuracies. At the Sept. 1 town board meeting, a resident approached the microphone and falsely claimed that Harrison is “broke.” Nothing could be farther from the truth. I am happy to report that the town/village
of Harrison currently holds approximately $20 million in its fund balance account. It was also incorrectly stated that the fund balance amount reflected money the town has borrowed. That is patently false. The fund balance is a result of expenditure savings and revenue received in excess of the budget. For the past four years, Harrison’s Moody’s investment service rating has been climbing, from an Aa3 rating in 2011 to the current rating of Aa1. Moody’s has stated that Harrison’s Aa1 rating reflects the town’s ability to benefit from ongoing commercial and residential development; the maintenance of strong wealth levels; a healthy financial position supported by conservative budgetary management; and an average debt and pension burden. The town board is committed to conservative budgeting and this will certainly support a strong financial position in the future. I am also happy to report that, in addition to this continued trend of increased reserves, Harrison has also remained under the New York state tax cap since it was imposed.
Astorino seeks Senior Hall of Fame nominations Do you know a senior who is making or has made a positive difference in Westchester County through his or her professional life, volunteer work or both? If so, Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino invites you to submit a nomination to the Westchester Senior Citizens Hall of Fame, now in its 34th year. “The Hall of Fame is a special tradition that honors seniors who have given their time and energy to improve the quality of life in their communities or the county at large” Astorino said. “Don’t miss this great opportunity to shine a light on people who merit special recognition for their contributions.” Those selected will be inducted into the Senior Hall of Fame at a festive luncheon on Friday, Dec. 2 in the Grand Ballroom of the Westchester Marriott Hotel
in White Plains. Nominations are due by Friday, Sept. 16 and may be obtained online at westchestergov. com/seniors. To be nominated, a person must: be at least 60 years old and live in Westchester; have made significant contributions to improve life in the county; be an outstanding leader or advocate; have done professional work that reflects innovative solutions to fulfill unmet community needs (if nomination is based on paid professional work); and not be a past Hall of Fame inductee (see the list of former inductees at westchestergov.com/seniors). All nominations will be reviewed by a judging committee of past Senior Hall of Fame honorees, members from the county Department of Senior Programs and Services’ Aging Network, the county’s Senior Council and
the Older Americans Act Advisory Council. Gala hosts are the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, DSPS, Westchester County Parks and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services. DSPS Commissioner Mae Carpenter said that seniors have helped Westchester to become known for its renowned quality of life. “Today’s older generation molded a way of life that reflects the caring and generosity of its people,” she said. Please submit your nominations online at westchestergov. com/seniors, or if you prefer to mail your nomination, contact Rose Cappa at rose@theeventdepartmentny.com or 747-0519. Also contact Cappa to learn how to become a Hall of Fame sponsor or to sponsor a particular honoree. (Submitted)
JCCH announces new early childhood director The Jewish Community Center of Harrison, JCCH, recently welcomed Ann Pardes as the new director of the JCCH Early Childhood Center. For the past 30-plus years, Pardes has devoted herself to the world of Jewish early childhood education starting as a preschool teacher at the JCCH in the 1990s. Over the years, she has taught, returned to school to obtain a master’s degree, and eventually left the classroom to become a director. The fall of 2016 marks a milestone year for Pardes—her 18th year, or “My ‘Chai year,’” she calls it, as a director of Early Childhood Education. Pardes earned her bachelor’s in Education and a master’s in Elementary Education. She holds permanent teaching certification in New York state. In 2014, she had the opportunity to attend an early childhood lead-
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ership seminar in Israel through the JCC Association. Along with other early childhood directors from around the U.S. and Canada, she studied early childhood education, parenting and the
Reggio Emilia teaching methodology. Pardes is an active member of several professional organizations, including the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the Jewish Early Childhood Association. “I am excited to be back at the JCCH and am looking forward to an exciting new school year for our youngest children and their families,” she said. Pardes is a novice gardener, baker and fitness enthusiast. She lives in Bedford with her husband Jeff. They have two adult children. For more information about the Early Childhood Center at JCCH, contact Pardes at apardes@jcch.org or 835-2850 ext. 109, or visit jcch.org. The Jewish Community Center of Harrison is located at 130 Union Ave. in Harrison. (Submitted)
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Despite large-scale fish kills along the Mamaroneck shoreline, the Westchester County Department of Health has kept local beaches open to the public throughout the latter part of the summer. Photo/Andrew Dapolite
By ANDREW DAPOLITE Contributor Over the past few weeks, hundreds of dead fish have washed ashore in Mamaroneck Harbor and the surrounding waterfronts, raising water safety concerns amongst beachgoers. However, in a statement emailed to residents and business owners on Aug. 29 in response to numerous inquiries, the village of Mamaroneck attempted to squelch apprehensions by offering a few theories for the massacre. Ideas ranged from naturally occurring conditions such as recent high temperatures, to anthropogenic influences such as an algae bloom triggered by fertilizer entering upstream storm water drains. According to the village’s statement, “fish kills generally occur in warmer weather when algae growth increases, then dies off and is consumed by decomposing organisms… subsequently lowering the oxygen levels in the water that fish need to breathe.” Harbor Island Park and local beaches, which are routinely monitored by the Westchester County Department of Health, have remained open to swimmers throughout the past few weeks. Lauren Amato, a Harbor Island Park employee, said that she observed workers removing dead fish from the shoreline beginning in mid-August. “It was not just one or two,” she said. “It was the entire
shoreline. There had to be over 50 fish. It was crazy.” While the site of the dead fish has come as a shock to some, Dan Catalano, owner of the store Harbor Island Bait and Tackle on East Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck, said it’s just something you have to deal with. “It doesn’t happen every year and it does not affect the sport of fishing at all,” he said. “The water is still clean. This time of year, people are still catching porgies, fluke and summer flounder.” Catalano says that the worst complaint he has heard has been the odor caused by fish rotting along the shoreline. “It smells a lot like sewage,” he added. Peter Linderoth, water quality program manager for Save the Sound, an environmental nonprofit organization with offices in Mamaroneck, told the Review that the situation is unfortunately not unusual. “The fish we are seeing in the harbor are Atlantic menhaden, commonly known as bunker,” Linderoth said. “They are a schooling fish and their numbers have been increasing in [the] Long Island Sound over the past few years. If a large school comes into an embayment that’s already at a point where the dissolved oxygen is low, the fish are very susceptible to basically suffocating.” Linderoth largely agreed with the village’s assessment that natural causes such as the warm
temperatures are contributing to the fish kills, but also stressed that excessive use of inorganic fertilizers on local area golf courses, park grounds and even residential yards could be an additional culprit. Linderoth further explained that fertilizer can enter the harbor through streams, groundwater and storm water drains, sometimes resulting in unsustainable levels of nutrient pollution. According to Linderoth, nutrient pollution does not necessarily make the water quality unsafe for people; however, it can sometimes lead to toxic algae blooms, which affect the food we eat. Linderoth also did not rule out the possibility that other bays and harbors along the Long Island Sound could be experiencing similar events despite a relatively healthy report card for the large majority of the estuary. Save the Sound is currently in the process of sampling the dissolved oxygen in Mamaroneck Harbor in order to see if any reductions can be made to protect marine life, which Linderoth believes is not limited to the bunker that live at the bottom of the food chain. Caren Halbfinger, public affairs director for the county health department, said that despite the fish kills, the Long Island Sound remains in excellent condition. “We have not had any beach closures this year other than preventive because of the amount of rainfall,” she added.
This Saturday, state Assemblyman David Buchwald will hold the latest edition of his “Assemblyman on Your Corner” mobile office hours in Harrison, and he will be joined by state Sen. George Latimer. The assemblyman invites all members of the community to attend and partake in an afternoon of conversation and addressing constituent concerns. The upcoming “Assemblyman on Your Corner” will take place on Sept. 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Trattoria Vivilo res-
taurant, located at 301 Halstead Ave. in downtown Harrison. “Having mobile office hours allows me to be more accessible to all communities in my district,” Buchwald said. “I look forward to having the opportunity to hear directly from you as to what’s on your mind and to find the ways in which my office can help, and I’m happy to partner with George Latimer to focus on the issues at hand.” “I believe that one of the most important parts of this
job is meeting in the community with the people I serve,” Latimer said. “I can think of no better way to understand what constituents want than to hear it from them face to face.” Buchwald’s district includes the towns of Bedford, Harrison, Lewisboro, Mount Kisco, New Castle, North Castle, North Salem, Pound Ridge and the city of White Plains. Any resident who cannot attend the sessions is encouraged to call Buchwald’s district office at 244-4450. (Submitted)
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The pest years of our lives RHYMES WITH CRAZY Lenore Skenazy
To everything there is a season, especially if you’re a household pest: A time for mice, a time for ants. A time to eat wood, a time to suck blood. And a time for all those roaches under ovens. No one knows this better than the experienced exterminator. “There’s a different insect or problem every month,” says Sam Ramos, proprietor of Above and Beyond Pest Management in Rockaway Park, doing business citywide, but mostly in Brooklyn. If this is April, it must be termite season. May? Carpenter bees. And which pest pops inside in November? Hint: It is a creature that was much beloved by Walt Disney. Hint No. 2: It is not a duck. How do I know all this? I had a long, meandering conversation with Ramos, my savior. Six months ago, when I could no longer convince myself it was my imagination that little brown things were running for cover every time I turned on the kitchen light, I sat down at my computer and did what any full-blooded New Yorker does at such a time. I vowed never to leave a single dish a single second longer in the sink ever again, if only someone would come and make my home un-depressing again. Then I called a couple of exterminators I found online, and one of them—Ramos—sounded positively jubilant. “Roaches? Piece of cake!” he said. He told me they’re easy to get rid of, and guaranteed his work for six months. Since it is now six months later and I can still turn on the
kitchen light without screaming, I wondered if he’d spill the beans (and then carefully clean them up) about the rest of New York and its infestations. That’s when I learned about the Seasons of the Pest. Right now, says Ramos, we are in the midst of stinging season, which began in July. But because this summer has been so outrageously hot and humid, he has also been getting out-ofseason calls about roaches. And not just ordinary roaches. “In 22 years, I’ve only seen them fly once. That was maybe 15 years ago. And now they’re flying again,” he said. Great. This summer may also be remembered, at least by Ramos, for its millipede and centipede explosion. These leggy pests tend to be more of an issue in homes made of brick, he said, because bricks are porous, “and with humidity, they actually sweat.” Out come their inhabitants. For folks who live in brick houses, Ramos recommends a dehumidifier. “It’s a small investment and it’ll save your home. Water is the enemy,” he said. Once fall arrives, the stinging insects drop off and in many places, the ants do, too. “But what if you have a heat-radiant floor?” asks Ramos. It’s nice and warm for ants, too. For an easy mnemonic think: Radi-ANT heat. In October and November, rodents come in from the cold. Waterbugs show up, too, because that’s when the heat goes on. “Once the pipes get hot, they can’t nest in the walls, so they tend to come out around the radiators,” says Ramos. And then everything that needs to stay toasty inside does, for the rest of the winter. (Unless Ramos gets there.)
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Come April, he says, “When one day it’s 40 and then one day it’s 70, and everybody puts their shorts on and heads to the park? That’s termite day.” They swarm. This can be outside the house or, OMG, inside. In May, the carpenter bees bore into the underside of decks, mating as they go. And pretty soon it’s summer with the stinging things again. The good news is that New Yorkers’ two biggest enemies— roaches and bedbugs—are no longer the intractable problems they were. A new poison embedded in delicious (to roaches) gel is doubly effective: It kills the roaches and then kills (put down your fork) the roaches that eat them. And after 15 or 20 years of trying to kill bedbugs, exterminators have finally come up with a poison that does the job without accidentally sending the bloodsuckers scattering. Since bedbugs are generally happy right there in the bed, targeted killing means that’s where they die, and people don’t have to throw out all their belongings anymore, because the bugs never scrambled away. I asked Ramos how it feels to rid the city of pests. He answered with a story: He was once called in to treat a six-story building overrun by bedbugs because of an earlier mistreatment (mistreat and they scatter), even in the walls. He did the job, and then he moved into an apartment there. “The neighbors love me,” he said. “It’s like having a doctor in the house.” Seasons come, seasons go. But a good exterminator passeth all understanding. CONTACT: lskenazy@yahoo.com
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Clockwise from top left, Awa Sangho, SOURCE International African Jazz Band, Gary Smulyan and Baby Soda are just some of the acts performing at the White Plains Jazz Fest this year. Photo courtesy artswestchester.org
ArtsWestchester is pleased to announce the return of White Plains Jazz Fest, celebrating its fifth season. The festival, which kicks off on Sept. 20, is a collaboration between ArtsWestchester, the city of White Plains and the White Plains BID to spotlight top jazz musicians in Westchester County. “This festival is growing bigger and better than ever,” said Mayor Thomas Roach. “It has become a White Plains tradition.” Taking place Tuesday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 25, the festival lineup includes established jazz and blues musicians, emerging artists and a tasty array of dining opportunities that promise a great cultural experience for everyone from jazz enthusiasts to families and casual listeners. “You won’t find a greater mix of jazz and blues musicians and bands in Westchester County than those featured in the fifth annual Jazz Fest program coming to White Plains
this September,” says Janet Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester. “This year, our six-day festival continues its tradition of featuring a range of international styles by spotlighting African jazz among others in our lineup. With more than 15 live music events, there’s something for everyone in Jazz Fest 2016.” This year’s featured groups include the Gary Smulyan Organ Quartet, SOURCE International African Jazz Band, Baby Soda, Bob Baldwin, Myra Casales, and Joe Boykin & Friends with headliner Awa Sangho. The concerts are either free or affordably priced, and the venues are conveniently located throughout White Plains and accessible by public transportation. “The White Plains BID is proud to partner with ArtsWestchester and the city of White Plains to present a week of exceptional jazz music in our downtown,” said Kevin Nunn, executive director of the BID. “We expect to draw jazz enthu-
siasts from all over the tri-state region to this six-day festival. No doubt, many who do come will find exceptional dining options in our downtown restaurants and at our free outdoor music and food festival on Sept. 25. There are four major hotel brands in the downtown, so we can easily accommodate those who would like to stay for the entire event. We hope to see everyone there.” Commissioner of White Plains Recreation and Parks Wayne Bass said that the festival is developing a reputation among jazz connoisseurs. “White Plains Jazz Fest is becoming recognized as one of the best jazz festivals in the tristate area,” he said. “Great venues, amazing performances and creative, diverse programming are our trademark. This year we feature African, Latin, swing, straight ahead and smooth jazz performances. This is a festival that has something for everyone.” For more information or to purchase tickets, visit artswestchester.org/jazz-fest. (Submitted)
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Panthers top Huskies By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Sept. 2, the boys’ soccer season kicked off with a spirited contest between Harrison and Rye Neck, as the Panthers topped the Huskies 2-1 in a thriller at Rye Neck High School. But although Rye Neck edged the visitors in the opener on Friday, the future looks bright for both programs.
Coming into the season, both programs dealt with increased expectations, as Rye Neck is considered by many to be one of the best Class B teams in Section I, and the Huskies, with a strong core of upperclassmen, appear to be a much stronger team than they were a year ago. On Friday, both teams got a good early test as they attempted to find their footing after a condensed preseason schedule.
Luis Galeano controls the ball against Harrison. Galeano enters the season as one of the more celebrated players in the section.
A Harrison player defends a pass on Sept. 2.
“The preseason was about a week shorter than usual, the first day we were allowed to scrimmage was on Wednesday [Aug. 31], and then we had to come out two days later and play,” Harrison coach Matt Pringle said. “There’s not a lot of wiggle room there, so we just told the teams to play every game like it was a championship game.” Against Rye Neck, the Huskies faced an opponent that featured one of the area’s top players in midfielder Luis Galeano. Although Galeano was able to net his first goal of the season—Reed Peterson scored the other goal for the Panthers— Pringle was pleased with his team’s ability to limit the senior standout’s looks at the net. “[Galeano] is a fantastic player and I think our system is built around being able to shut down players like him,” the Harrison coach said. “Our defensive midfielder, Roger McFadden, did a really good job sticking with him, because we
Rye Neck’s Pierre Klur looks to separate from a defender. Photos/Mike Smith
knew coming in that [Galeano] has a terrific right foot.” Kevin Aguirre tallied the goal for Harrison, and Pringle believes that as the season wears on, Aguirre and senior Gabe Pereira will be a force up front for the Huskies. “Gabe is a tall, strong kid who can finish with the best of them,” Pringle said. “And Kevin is another guy that we are going to lean on, and he’s quietly
one of the best weapons we have.” Although his squad did not come away with a win in its first game, Pringle was encouraged by the effort the Huskies put forth and feels that the team will only get better as it continues to play as a unit. Both teams will be back in action on Sept. 9, after press time, when Rye Neck travels to Bronxville to take on its Class
B rivals, while Harrison will challenge Class A White Plains. “Communication is going to be the thing we push to improve,” Pringle said. “We have a lot of guys that play for different teams, club or travel, but I stressed to them that for the next two or three months, we have to play together and learn how to communicate.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
Players from Rye Neck and Harrison get tangled up during a Sept. 2 contest between the Panthers and Huskies. Rye Neck came out on top in a 2-1 win.
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A ‘game’ of great importance LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
For as many times as Harrison and Rye have met on the gridiron, “The Game” has rarely—if ever—felt inconsequential. Even in seasons where one side’s playoff hopes have already been dashed, the mere thought of potentially playing spoiler to their rivals has been enough to spur the underdogs to victories—and set off wild celebrations in the victorious community. As one former Rye player told me years ago, “You could win the section, you could win states, but when people come back, the first thing they want to know is, ‘Did you beat Harrison?’” But even in a rivalry that has never lacked for drama, few games in the last 50 years have felt as important as the one being played on Sept. 10. Since its 7-0 win over the Garnets 40 years ago, Harrison
has held the all-time advantage in this long-running series. With sustained stretches of dominance, including a 9-1 tear in the 1990s, the Huskies were able to, at least for a time, claim bragging rights in New York state’s best football rivalry. But that could all change this year. Over the last decade or so, Rye’s success against the Huskies—including two wins in 2015—has whittled Harrison’s all-time lead to where it stands now; 42-41-3. One more victory for the Garnets, and this series will be tied up for the first time since 1975. And if you think the history of the series is lost on today’s current players, you’d be grossly mistaken. After Rye’s Week 1 win over Beacon, Garnet quarterback TJ Lavelle admitted that it’s not easy to ignore the implications of Saturday’s matchup with the Huskies. “Ever since we were little
kids, we’ve been watching the Rye-Harrison game and keeping track of the records,” Lavelle said. “We’ve always wanted to come back, tie that and take the lead.” But if the quest to tie things up with the Huskies is chief among Rye’s goals this week, it’s safe to assume that the Huskies’ concerns would be of the more immediate nature. In the season opener on Sept. 3, the Huskies were dealt a stunning loss by underdog Eastchester, putting Harrison at 0-1 on the season. For them, a win at Rye on Saturday would not only help preserve their overall lead on the Garnets; it would also help them keep pace with their rivals in the Class A playoff picture. Coming into Saturday, there are a lot of questions that need to be answered: Was the Garnets’ showing at Beacon simply a walkover against a weaker team? Can the Huskies bounce back from a heartbreaking loss? How will Rye’s line stand up against a deeper, more experienced group
Rye’s Mat Bruno tackles Harrison’s Zach Evans on Oct. 10, 2015. With a win on Saturday, Rye has a chance to tie the overall record between the two rivals. Photo/Bobby Begun
than they saw a week ago? And perhaps most importantly, will this be the year that Rye gets back on equal footing with their chief foes? There may be a lot of uncer-
tainty surrounding this year’s game, but one thing is for sure; both teams will be up for the challenge. “It’s going to be an intense week of practice,” Lavelle said.
“Harrison’s a great opponent and we’re going to have to work very hard to prepare for Saturday.”
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2016 RYE GARNETS FOOTBALL ROSTER NUMBER
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Macguire Killian
5’8
150
WR/DB
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Robert Pecora
6’0
165
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Mat Bruno
6’1
190
WR/QB/LB
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Tyler Reno
5’11
175
WR/DB
6
Sean Hale
6’0
170
WR/DB
7
Jack Breitenbach
5’7
145
RB/DB
8
Mike Davitt
5’9
150
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Billy Chabot
5’11
195
RB/DB
10
Chris Petersen
5’10
160
WR/DB
11
Alex Goldstein
5’10
155
WR/DB
12
TJ Lavelle
5’11
185
QB
13
Saba Surguladze
5’9
185
RB/LB
14
Grant Meyerson
6’2
180
OL/LB
15
James Pugliatti
5’7
145
WR/LB
19
Griffin Basso
5’8
145
DB
20
James Jardine
6’0
175
WR/DE
21
James McSweeney
6’0
160
QB/DB
22
Will Hynson
5’10
170
RB/DB
23
Andrew Bach
5’10
170
RB/DB
24
James Chabot
5’11
165
RB/DB
26
Will Tepedino
5’10
175
RB/LB
27
Gavin Kenny
5’11
180
WR/DB
30
Jamie Clark
5’10
185
RB/LB
31
Liam White
5’9
160
WR/DB
32
Giorgi Kapanadze
5’8
155
RB/LB
33
Brendan Fox
5’11
160
WR/LB
35
John Mhilli
6’2
170
WR/DB
35
Jackson Pollard
6’0
185
WR/DB
41
Paul Devlin
6’1
175
OL/DE
42
Robert Douglas
5’9
160
WR
44
Peter Chabot
5’11
175
RB/LB
45
Kyle Doran
5’9
150
WR/DB
45
Brendan Egan
6’2
140
TE/DB
51
Owen Hull
6’2
210
OL/LB
52
Dylan Fisher
5’10
175
OL/DE
55
Dylan Concavage
5’10
185
OL/DL
56
Chase Bekkerus
5’7
170
OL/DL
57
Shane Concavage
5’8
180
OL/DL
59
Michael Weinstein
5’8
185
OL/DL
61
Joe Melfi
5’9
160
OL/DL
71
Preston Greto
6’3
220
OL/DE
71
Tyler Webb
6’0
180
DL/LB
72
AJ Thompson
6’3
274
C/DL
75
Miles Giordano
5’11
225
OL/DL
76
Stewart Moore
6’3
240
OL/DL
77
Jack Iuliano
6’3
215
OL/DE
79
Wally Mason
6’3
220
OL/DL
81
Brett Egan
6’0
180
RB/DB
85
Dusty Mion
6’3
240
TE/DE
88
Chris Kovacs
6’3
175
WR/TE/DB
N/A
Lachlan Nelson
6’2
200
OL/DE
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2016 HARRISON HUSKIES FOOTBALL ROSTER
POSITION
NUMBER
NAME
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
2
Thomas Gresham
5’10
165
RB/DB
3
Michael Maida
5’8
140
WR/DB
4
Michael Cherico
6’0
190
QB
6
Kerby Jean Charles
5’10
170
RB/DB
7
Brett Silber
5’10
160
RB/DB
8
Brian Newsome
5’8
155
WR/DB
9
Frank Nannariello
6’3
170
QB/DB
14
Frank Depalo
6’0
160
TE/DE
17
Justin Sanchez
5’6
130
RB/DB
19
Joe Scofield
5’8
160
WR/DE
20
Alejandro Aguirre
6’1
180
TE/DE
21
Lucca Siqueira
5’7
175
RB/LB
22
Nahuel Aguirre
5’9
155
RB/DB
23
Raymond Sanchez
5’7
150
RB/DB
24
Matt Rossi
5’7
140
RB/DB
25
Doug Dorado
5’9
155
RB/DE
29
Cameron Brown
5’5
170
RB/LB
30
Kyle Stalteri
5’5
165
RB/LB
43
Christian Steins
5’9
160
RB/LB
44
Dom Loiacono
6’1
205
TE/DL
45
Austin Evans
6’0
180
RB/DE
50
Kevin Saavedra
5’9
150
RB/LB
51
Adolfo Lopez
6’2
200
OL/DL
52
Chris Forgione
5’9
195
OL/DL
53
Connor Gates
5’11
190
OL/DL
54
John Morales
5’10
175
OL/DE
56
Chris Wallace
5’11
205
OL/DL
58
Sonny LoFranco
6’0
200
OL/DE
60
Quinn Perini
5’9
205
OL/DL
63
Eddie Cacsire
5’9
230
OL/DL
65
Robert Donohue
5’9
210
OL/LB
66
Alex Fameli
6’0
280
OL/DL
68
Harrison Witte
5’9
220
OL/DL
70
Roberto Trujillo
5’8
170
OL/DL OL/DL
74
Zach Jones
6’2
240
75
Zef Djurasevic
6’5
290
OL/DL
81
Stephen Windisch
6’0
165
WR/DB
99
Michael Rozell
6’3
190
TE/DE
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SPORTS
Game at a glance
RYE GARNETS Head Coach: Dino Garr 2016 Record: 1-0 Quarterback: TJ Lavelle is entering his second year under center for the Garnets, and if his performance against Beacon is any indication, he’s only getting better. Lavelle completed 10-of-12 passes for 210 yards and one score against the Bulldogs, and seems equally comfortable in the pocket as he is throwing on the run. Lavelle led the Garnets to two wins over the Huskies last year. Rye coach Dino Garr speaks with his team during the Garnets’ Sept. 3 win over Beacon. Photos/Mike Smith
Running Back: Jamie Chabot might be the most explosive player in the Garnet backfield, but he’s certainly not the only playmaker that Rye has. Chabot found the
TJ Lavelle rolls out to pass on Sept. 3. Lavelle completed 10 passes for 210 yards.
end zone three times in Week 1, but the Garnets have depth at the running back position and can employ several different looks against the Huskies. Wide Receiver /Tight End: Brett Egan, who also gets his share of carries, is Lavelle’s primary target, accounting for the Garnets’ one touchdown through the air. But he’s hardly the only downfield threat the Garnets will employ. Mat Bruno and tight end Dusty Mion both provide big physical options down the field
and can present matchup problems for most defenses. Offensive Line: Rye’s front five did a solid job keeping the Bulldogs out of the backfield last Saturday, opening up holes for the backs and providing Lavelle with plenty of time to throw. They have decent size on the line with players like Jack Iuliano, but will need to be better this week against a better Harrison team. Penalties hurt the Garnets against Beacon, and Rye will undoubtedly look to cut down on the flags.
Tyler Reno soars over a Beacon defender during Rye’s 42-7 win over the Bulldogs. A Rye defender flattens Beacon’s quarterback.
Defense: Senior linebacker Mat Bruno is one of the preeminent defensive players in the section and proved why against Beacon, coming up with several big stops and hauling in an interception. Rye’s defensive line, led by the efforts of Chase Bekkerus, spent the afternoon in Beacon’s backfield, causing plenty of havoc behind the line of scrimmage. If they can get that same push on the line of scrimmage this week against the Huskies, they could neutralize one of Harrison’s strength.
SPORTS
Huskies’ coach Dom Zanot leads his team onto the field against Eastchester on Sept. 3. Photos/Bobby Begun
HARRISON HUSKIES Head Coach: Dom Zanot 2016 Record: 0-1 Quarterback: The Huskies employed different looks under center against Eastchester, and both signal callers fared well. Michael Cherico picked up the lion’s share of the passing yards, completing eight passes for 135 yards and a touchdown, but Frank Nannariello also saw time, going 2-for-5 for 27 yards. Cherico also picked up 27 yards on the ground.
The Huskies’ defense converges on an Eastchester ballcarrier.
Running Back: So far, the Huskies haven’t seen one player emerge as a standout back, but they have two capable runners in Aus- Michael Cherico looks for a receiver downfield tin Evans and Matt Rossi, who on Sept. 3. Cherico threw for 135 yards in Harrison’s season opener. complement each other nicely. Evans and Rossi split carries and rushed for a combined 104 yards against Eastchester, with both backs averaging more than 4 yards per carry. Wide Receiver /Tight End: Stephen Windisch is emerging as the Huskies’ top deep threat, racking up 81 receiving yards on Saturday; but like the Garnets, the Huskies don’t lack for weapons. Rossi caught three passes for 76 yards and showed the ability to make moves after the catch, breaking for a 57-yard touchdown reception in the first half. Offensive Line: Harrison won’t have to contend with anyone quite as big as Eastchester’s Joe Hvirnak, who, at nearly 300 pounds, helped the Eagles come up with some big stops in short yardage situations on Saturday. Coming into the year, however, Harrison’s line was considered to be one of its strengths, so this week’s matchup against a similarly sized Rye team could be a solid test.
Austin Evans sheds a tackler along the sidelines at Eastchester High School. Evans rushed for 53 yards against the Eagles.
Defense: Harrison played a terrific first half against Eastchester, limiting the Eagles to just 18 total yards, but was unable to sustain that effort for four quarters. Linebacker Rob Donohue and defensive end Austin Evans both picked up sacks and figure to be impact players on that side of the ball. If Harrison can channel the type of performance they gave for the first two quarters against Eastchester, they may have the ability to take away some of the weapons that Rye relied upon against Beacon.
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INSIDE THE RIVALRY SERIES HISTORY BY THE DECADE
more stats
1920s HARRISON RYE 1930s HARRISON RYE 1940s HARRISON RYE 1950s RYE HARRISON 1960s HARRISON RYE
Won 1 0 Won 4 2 Won 5 4 Won 8 2 Won 6 3
Lost 0 1 Lost 2 4 Lost 4 5 Lost 2 8 Lost 3 6
Tied 0 0 Tied 1 1 Tied 1 1 Tied 0 0 Tied 1 1
• Rye had two consecutive 33-win streaks in 1951-1955 and 1956-1960, which were broken each time by Harrison. • Harrison had an eight-year winning streak from 1975-1982 and again for six years from 1990-1995. • During the 2002-2003 season, the teams played each other
% 1.000 .000 % .667 .333 % .556 .444 % .800 .200 % .667 .333
1970s HARRISON RYE 1980s RYE HARRISON 1990s HARRISON RYE 2000s HARRISON RYE 2010s HARRISON RYE
Won 7 3 Won 6 4 Won 9 1 Won 3 8 Won 1 5
Lost 3 7 Lost 4 6 Lost 1 9 Lost 8 3 Lost 5 1
Tied 0 0 Tied 0 0 Tied 0 0 Tied 0 0 Tied 0 0
% .700 .300 % .600 .400 % .900 .100 % .730 .270 % .167 .833
twice with Harrison sweeping both the 2002 regular season and sectional playoff games; Rye did the same in 2003. • 2004 was the first year “The Game” was not played since 1936 when Harrison was moved to Class A and Rye remained in Class B. • The series resumed in 2005 with the 75th anniversary game.
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“GAME” WINNERS YEAR
WINNER
SCORE
YEAR
WINNER
SCORE
1929
Harrison
13 - 7
1954
Rye
45 - 0
1930
Harrison
16 - 0
1955
Harrison
13 - 12
1931
Harrison
7-0
1956
Rye
26 - 7
1932
Harrison
7-0
1957
Rye
39 - 0
1933
Rye
12 - 7
1958
Rye
26 - 13
1959
Rye
20 - 0
1960
Harrison
13 - 7
1934 – 36 1937
Games suspended Harrison
6-0
1938
Tie
12 - 12
1961
Rye
41 - 7
1939
Rye
7-0
1962
Rye
27 - 7
1940
Harrison
18 - 0
1963
Harrison
20 - 0
1941
Harrison
20 - 7
1964
Harrison
27 - 0
1942
Rye
39 - 0
1965
Harrison
27 - 0
1943
Rye
9-0
1966
Rye
13 - 6
1944
Rye
28 - 0
1967
Harrison
31 - 0
YEAR
WINNER
SCORE
WINNER
SCORE
1977
Harrison
27 - 20
YEAR 1995
Harrison
29 - 13
1978
Harrison
20 - 3
1996
Rye
7-0
1979
Harrison
16 - 14
1997
Harrison
28 - 0
1980
Harrison
35 - 15
1998
Harrison
42 - 7
1981
Harrison
13 - 0
1999
Harrison
48 - 7
1982
Harrison
19 - 0
2000
Rye
39 - 12
1983
Rye
24 - 6
2001
Harrison
28 - 7
1984
Rye
30 - 9
2002*
Harrison
31 - 7
1985
Rye
7-0
2002**
Harrison
35 - 15
1986
Rye
15 - 12
2003*
Rye
21 - 7
1987
Harrison
6-0
2003**
Rye
22 - 15
1988
Rye
33 - 13
2004
1989
Rye
22 - 0
2005
Rye
14 - 0
1990
Harrison
16 - 8
2006
Rye
19 - 18
1991
Harrison
6-0
2007
Rye
27 - 7
1992
Harrison
24 - 7
2008
Rye
28 - 3
Not Scheduled
1945
Rye
16 - 0
1968
Tie
0-0
1993
Harrison
10 - 6
2009
Rye
21 - 7
1946
Harrison
13 - 6
1969
Harrison
6-0
1994
Harrison
28 - 12
2010
Rye
21 - 20
2011
Rye
17 - 7
2012
Harrison
21 - 0
2013
Rye
8-2
2014
Rye
24 - 13
1947
Harrison
20 - 7
1970
Rye
3-0
1948
Tie
12 - 12
1971
Harrison
2-0
1949
Harrison
27 - 6
1972
Rye
18 - 14
1950
Harrison
40 - 6
1973
Harrison
20 - 8
1951
Rye
13 - 7
1974
Rye
7-0
1952
Rye
6-0
1975
Harrison
7-0
2015
Rye
34 - 6
1953
Rye
38 - 0
1976
Harrison
7-0
2015
Rye
28 - 14
* Regular season, ** Sectional 1 Playoffs
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