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May 18, 2018 | Vol. 6, Number 20 | www.harrisonreview.com
BOL opposes citizenship questions for 2020 census By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
FINISHING STRONG Connor Novak looks for a lane in Harrison’s 8-1 win over Eastchester on May 15. The 12-4 Huskies won three of their last four games and should be a No. 3 seed when the Class B playoffs kick off on May 21. For story, see page 14. Photo/Mike Smith
Westchester announces 50% recycling rate for 2017 Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities are proud to announce the county achieved a 50 percent recycling rate in 2017. This rate matches the county’s recycling performance for 2016, ensuring that Westchester continues to perform at the top in all environmental management performance measures. The county’s 50 percent recycling rate is even more impressive when compared to the national recycling rate of 34.6 percent. “Westchester County’s recycling rate has stood well above the Environmental Protection Agency’s national goal for years,” Latimer said. “One way that all county residents can con-
tribute to improving our environment is through waste reduction and recycling. These rates are a testament to Westchester County’s commitment, and we can always do better.” Louis Vetrone, deputy commissioner of the Department of Environmental Facilities, said, “We are thrilled with the continued reduction in waste generation. Waste reduction is one of the highest priorities in municipal environmental management, and these statistics are a reflection on the recycling programs and educational initiatives offered by Westchester County and its municipalities.” Westchester also reduced the amount of residential garbage it disposed of in 2017 by almost
6,000 tons compared to 2016, continuing an impressive trend. Since 2005, the county has reduced the amount of residential garbage by a whopping 30 percent. Reducing waste and recycling are not only good for the environment, they save money. It cost the county more than $91 to dispose of a ton of garbage, which means the 6,000 tons in waste reduction saved the county more than $540,000. Additionally, the county markets and sells the recyclables that it collects. In 2017, the county generated almost $6 million in revenue from the sale of recyclables. Westchester was able to achieve its high recycling rate with the help of the robust municipal recycling programs in place throughout the county. West-
chester’s recycling rate includes a wide variety of materials collected and diverted from the solid waste stream beyond cans, bottles and paper collected curb-side. The percentage also accounts for roadway millings, large bulk metals, construction debris and composted organic waste. The highest curb-side recycling rates for local municipalities in 2017 are as follows: • Bedford (35%) • Lewisboro (33%) • Rye City (30%) • Bronxville (29%) • Somers (29%) The county’s 2017 recycling performance demonstrates why Westchester is considered a regional leader in environmental management. (Submitted)
The Westchester County Board of Legislators will take a preemptive stance against a question set to appear on the 2020 census regarding citizenship. On Monday May 7, lawmakers passed a symbolic bipartisan resolution opposing the addition of a question on the Census asking citizenship status. That question was also submitted to a congressional oversight committeehearing on the issue that took place last week. “This resolution is an unequivocal statement of the Westchester County Legislature to Congress that we want everyone counted in the 2020 census, regardless of their immigration or citizenship status,” said county Legislator Lyndon Williams, a Mount Vernon Democrat. “The addition of a citizenship question in the 2020 census will undoubtedly suppress participation of immigrants and noncitizens leading to potential massive undercount here in Westchester County and around the country.” The resolution passed by a margin of 13-3 with Republican Gordon Burrows, of Yonkers Republican, serving as the only Republican to vote alongside Democrats. County Legislator Catherine Borgia, an Ossining Democrat, was absent for the vote. Burrows cited worries over appropriations of federal funding in casting his vote for the resolution. Specifically, he said that if Westchester residents choose not to respond to the Census due to fears over their citizenship status, it could mean that the county is undercounted and, as a direct result, could
potentially lose crucial federal funding. Likewise, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman came out in opposition of the question, along with 19 other attorney generals from across the country, in February this year saying the move would threaten federal funding for many. Schneiderman has since resigned from his position as state attorney general, however, after allegations of sexual harassment and physical abuse against four women came to light on May 7. The Census is a decennial event—happening every 10 years—that is designed to tally the number of citizens in the country. Its use is directly linked to the number of representatives that a state receives—the higher the number of citizens, the more representatives allotted. It is also a tool used for tracking shifting demographics such as the number of people living in urban or rural areas; how many children are in each household; and also racial and ethnic makeup. Each year more than $400 billion used for public services and infrastructure is also allocated using census information. Regardless of citizenship status, all U.S. residents are required to complete and submit a census form with potential fines, ranging between $100 and $500 for noncompliance, according to bipartisan fact-checkers Politifact. Last week, congressional lawmakers said they intend to issue a subpoena demanding John Gore, a Department of Justice official, to testify about why the question was to be included in the 2020 Census. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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Mamaroneck Diner slow to reopen after virus scare Mamaroneck Diner, a village of Mamaroneck mainstay, reopened this week after a norovirus scare lead to a voluntary shut down. On Friday, May 11, the diner, located on 405 E Boston Post Road, voluntarily closed its doors after at least two employees be-
came ill with norovirus—a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting, diarrhea and other flu-like symptoms. Some customers who ate at the restaurant have also become ill though it’s unclear how many. “It has recently been brought
to our attention that a few people have gotten ill from a common virus in and or around our diner,” read a social media post from the diner on Friday. “We have voluntarily decided to work under excessive caution in this situation and have closed the diner… to be
100 percent certain that our place of business is clean…” On Monday, May 14, the diner was cleared by the Westchester County Department of Health to reopen but, as of press time, they have yet to do so, citing lengthy restocking efforts. According to a statement from the county Department of Health, the Mamaroneck Diner has been
cleared of any wrongdoing and has not been cited with any health code violations. The illness likely spread from person to person. Some employees are waiting to be free of symptoms for 72 hours at which point they will be allowed to return to work. The restaurant has already hired an outside professional cleaning company to disinfect the restau-
Norovirus is a common virus that affects tens of millions of people in the U.S. each year. The best way to help prevent the illness is properly disinfecting and regularly washing your hands, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Photo courtesy Flickr.com
rant and Department of Health officials have continued to supervise on-site as is standard procedure. According to the Centers for Disease Control, CDC, tens of millions of people are infected with norovirus each year making it the most common cause of gastroenteritis in the U.S. To decrease the chances of contracting the illness, the CDC recommends regularly washing your hands, safely preparing food, and properly and regularly disinfecting potentially bacteria-rich surfaces. A representative for the county Department of Health could not be reached for comment, as of press time. Mamaroneck Diner was slow to reopen this week after a norovirus scare that led to a voluntary shutdown on May 11. Photo courtesy Mamaroneck Diner
-Reporting by James Pero
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What’s going on... Harrison Public Library
For more information on hours and programs, visit harrisonpl.org.
Saturday Stories (& a Craft, too!) On Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Ease into Saturday at the Library’s Children’s Discovery Center. Manhattanville College student volunteers will informally read favorite picture books and do a craft. Suggested for ages 2 to 4 years old.
Bilingual Storytime On Saturday, March 31 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the West Harrison Branch. For ages 1 to 8 years old. Stories and songs in English and Spanish with Miss Mariella. Join after Storytime for arts and crafts. El sábado, 31 de marzo de 11 a.m. a 11:30 a.m. en West Harrison Branch. Para edades de 1 a 8 años. Historias y canciones en inglés y español con señorita Mariella. Únete después de Storytime para las artes y la artesanía.
Sing-Along Sundays with Chloe On Sundays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Celebrate early childhood through music and movement. 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 sing-along repertoire. Get ready for a fun, creative and engaging experience.
Great Decisions 2018 On Monday, April 16 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The program involves reading articles, watching videos, and meeting with a group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. The program is facilitated by Joan Katen, adjunct professor of political science
and peace and justice, with special guest speakers. Participants contribute to the 2018 FPA National Opinion Ballot which can be submitted online at fpa.org/ballots, or in person. You do not need a briefing book to participate. Videos and articles for discussion can be found online at fpa.org. A reference copy of a briefing booklet is available at the library. The Great Decision series is free and open to the public. However, due to popularity, each session is on a first come first served basis. On April 16, “China and America: The New Political Equation” will be discussed, with Rolf Mowatt-Larssen, the director of the Intelligence and Defense Project at the Belfer Center of Harvard University’s Kennedy School, as the guest speaker. Under President Vladimir Putin, Russia is projecting an autocratic model of governance abroad and working to undermine the influence of liberal democracies, namely along Russia’s historical borderlands. Russia caused an international uproar in 2016 when it interfered in the U.S. presidential contest. But Putin’s foreign policy toolkit includes other instruments, from alliances with autocrats to proxy wars with the U.S. in Georgia, Ukraine and Syria. How does Putin conceive of national interests, and why do Russian citizens support him? How should the United States respond to Putin’s foreign policy ambitions?
Tween Tuesdays: Poetry Open-Mike On Tuesday, April 17 from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. April is National Poetry Month and what better way to bring poetry to life than to enjoy it together? Participants will each choose a poetry book to keep. Those who wish to can step up to the microphone to share. For ages 6 to 12. Drop in for a different activity each week when school is in session.
Computer Tutors On Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Accomplished high school students in grades 10–12 will help senior citizens acquire computer skills. Senior citizens (beginners or intermediates) are invited to sign up for computer instruction. Please register online, at the Reference Desk, or by calling the library at 835-0324.
Pajama Party with Chloe On Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the West Harrison Branch. Wear your pajamas and hang out with Chloe during this evening class, which features songs, music and more. For ages up to 4 years old, siblings welcome. No registration required.
SCORE: One-On-One Mentoring On Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. SCORE Westchester matches you with experienced small business advisors who work with you on your specific business needs. These are just some of the items for which business owners often seek guidance from SCORE advisors: starting a small business in Westchester; writing or updating a business plan; identifying sources of funding and preparing documents for financing; creating a marketing plan; launching an additional location; and adjusting to growth. Registration is recommended. Call SCORE to schedule an appointment at 948-3907.
Chloe’s Sign and Play On Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Give your child the gift of language. Chloe’s Sign & Play is a fun class where families can learn to communicate with their pre-verbal 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.
Conversational English On Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the West Harrison Branch. This is an informal program of conversation and practice of the English language. Join in and make new friends.
Yoga with Angela On Fridays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Join popular local yoga instructor Angela Brandt for yoga with reading, crafts and hints woven in. The perfect start to a calm and fun weekend. For ages 6 to 12. Bring a mat, if you can, or use one of the library’s.
Recreation The spring/summer brochure is available at harrison-ny.gov/recreation. Please be aware that parents must have a current Recreation ID card to register a child for all programs. Please be prepared to show proof of residency with a current utility bill and a driver’s license. A school report card or progress report is required for a child ID card. The 2018 Recreation ID cards are currently available. Applications for activities can be found at the recreation centers and the Recreation Department website. For the Leo Mintzer Center in West Harrison, call 949-5265; the Sollazzo Center in downtown Harrison, 670-3179. The Recreation Hotline can be reached at 670-3039. For more information, visit harrison-ny.gov/recreation.
The Harrison Players Community Theatre Group ‘Mame’ The Harrison Players Community Theatre Group presents its 55th anniversary production, “Mame.” Based on the book by Patrick Dennis and the play “Auntie Mame” by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee. Directed by Anthony J. Valbiro. Musical direction by Donna Cribari. Show times: Friday, April 13 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, April 14 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, April 15 at 2 p.m., at The Veterans’ Memorial Building, 210 Halstead Ave., Harrison. Price: $20 per ticket for all audience members. Ticket are sold by Brown Paper Tickets and can be bought by calling 1-800-838-3006 or visiting harrisonplayers.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, email harrisonplayers@yahoo.com.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester LEGO City Builder Enjoy building city scenes with LEGO bricks at home? Let your creativity loose with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s newest play space: LEGO City Builder. This is an interactive city that visitors can add their own elements and designs right into the display. The new play area includes skyscrapers, police and fire stations, cafes, suburban streets, beaches, a LEGO Friends section and more. Celebrate the grand opening of this exciting new space with photo opportunities and custom builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. Admission starts at $16.95; children under age 2 are free. Opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St. in Yonkers. For more information, call 844-7409223 or visit westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter. com.
County news Golf course openings The six county-owned golf courses are now open, with the last of the snow melting. The courses are: Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 231-3481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 862-5283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 864-3000, in Ossining. For more information, visit golf.westchestergov.com. Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Thursday at noon. Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send all items to news@hometwn.com.
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Cuomo Bridge name being challenged by lawmakers Sunday cinema returns to the Pelham Picture House
There are two matching bills within both houses of the state Legislature to change the name of the new Mario M. Cuomo Bridge to partially reflect the previous iteration of the bridge’s name.
Assemblyman Kevin Byrne, a Brewster Republican, sponsor of A8914 which concerns there naming of the former Tappan Zee Bridge, amended the bill on April 25 to match Senate Bill 7671, sponsored by Senator John DeFrancisco, a Syracuse Republican. The matching bills are now able to move forward and have been referred to their respective Transportation committees. The Assembly version has eight co-sponsors.
The iconic bridge, which provides passage over the Hudson River between Westchester and Rockland counties, was rebuilt in 2017 and renamed The Mario M. Cuomo Bridge after a provision for such was included in Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s budget. DrMonroe Mann, founder of Save Our Tappwthe Tappan Zee name by settling on a compromise name: The Mario M Cuomo/Tappan Zee Bridge. Existing bridge signs would not be changed.
“I’m very pleased that these bills can now move forward,” Mann said. “The Tappan Zee name honors the Hudson Valley’s Native American and Dutch heritage replacing the name, with no public input, was a cavalier dismissal of an important tradition to residents of the Hudson Valley. Not to mention a complete waste of taxpayer dollars. There are other, more appropriate ways for Gov. Cuomo to honor his father.” (Submitted)
Sunday Cinema at The Picture House Regional Film Center returns on Sunday, May 13 at 8 p.m. with a screening of the new documentary “No Man’s Land.” With unfettered access, “No Man’s Land” gives a detailed, on-the-ground account of the 2016 standoff between protestors occupying Oregon’s Malheur National Wildlife Refuge and federal authorities. After the leaders of this occupation put out a call to arms via social media, the Malheur occupiers quickly bolstered their numbers with a stew of right-wing militia, protestors and onlookers. “No Man’s Land” documents the occupation from inception to its dramatic demise and tells the story of those on the inside of this movement— the ideologues, the disenfranchised and the dangerously quixotic, attempting to uncover what draws Americans to the edge of revolution. Sunday Cinema features important and timely, yet less-recognized films—the type often reserved for the theater’s 14-seat Screening Room—each Sunday
PELHAM PICTURE HOUSE SUNDAY CINEMA “No Man’s Land” screening May 13, 8 p.m. 175 Wolfs Lane, Pelham, NY 10803
in the Main Hall at 8 p.m. In recent weeks, the film series has featured intriguing films such as “The Rape of Recy Taylor” and “The Last Men in Aleppo.” Tickets to the Sunday Cinema
screening of “No Man’s Land” are $12 for general admission, $10 for students, seniors and members, and are available at thepicturehouse.org or at the box office. (Submitted)
Assemblyman’s data breach bill advances in Albany State Assemblyman David Buchwald’s bill to save New Yorkers millions of dollars after credit bureau data breaches like the one at Equifax has won the support of the Assembly’s Consumer Affairs and Protection Committee. More than 8 million New Yorkers had their social security numbers and personal information taken in the massive Equifax data breach last year. They were advised to freeze their credit reports at Equifax and also at the other major credit reporting agencies, Experian and TransUnion. While initial credit freezes are free in New York, fees are charged for all subsequent credit freezes and unfreezes. Assemblyman Buchwald’s bill allows consumers to not only establish credit freezes without charge but also lift them permanently or temporarily without in-
David Buchwald
curring any fees for a period of three years after a data breach occurs at a credit bureau. Assemblyman Buchwald’s legislation won the bipartisan support of the Consumer Affairs and Protection Committee as the date approaches when Equifax plans to again start charging for credit freezes this upcoming
July. That service has been provided for free since the company’s data breach was announced last summer. According to the U.S. Public Interest Research Group, consumers will pay more than $4 billion in freeze fees due to the Equifax data breach. The organization estimates New Yorkers will pay more than $100 million. “Consumers should not bear the cost of Equifax’s lax security or anytime a credit bureau doesn’t protect individual sensitive data,” Buchwald said. “Credit bureaus should not be allowed to profit from having exposed consumers to identity theft. I think it is wholly appropriate to require Equifax and any credit bureau experiencing a data breach to pay for credit freezes and unfreezes.” In the state Senate the bill is sponsored by Sen. Rich Funke, a Fairport Republican. (Submitted)
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“Sister Act” introduces us to Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva lounge singer who happens upon a murder and enters a witness protection program at St. Katherine’s Parish in downtown Philadelphia. The sisters do not know Deloris’ true identity but there is no hiding her enormous spirit and colorful personality. “Sister Act” is based on the 1992 comedy starring Whoppi Goldberg. The stage version is written by Bill and Chris Steinkellner. The team also consists of Lyricist Glenn Slater and Oscar- and Tony-winning composer Alan Menken. Menken decided to create a new score of 70’s music rather than the 90’s, the original setting for the movie. Zuri Washington is superb as the rebellious Van Cartier. Her attitude gets her into trouble especially with Mother Superior, played by veteran actor Mary Jo McConnell. McConnell’s pensive confidence up against Washington’s zany character leads to several amusing scenes. The talented actors play off each other’s strengths without upstaging one another, making them quite the duo. The sisters of St. Katherine’s Parish took vows of poverty, obedience and silence during prayer and meal times. When Van Cartier enters the picture all “hell” breaks loose. The sisters are intrigued, nervous and inspired
By MICHELLE JACOBY Contributor
at the same time. Van Cartier lifts their spirit with song and dance, and finds some of the sisters sneaking a peak at the unholy life outside the convent. The elder Sister Mary Lazarus played by Sandy Rosenberg is a hoot as she tries to stick to the convent rules. Katelyn Lauria plays Mary Patrick, the spunky sister who wants to be involved in all the action, holy or not. Mary Robert played by Lani Corson, the so-called quiet sister, eventually feels the spirit and lets go of the
“habit” in, “The Life I Never Led.” The sisters and Van Cartier whoop it up on stage with, “Raise Your Voice.” The other rockin’ holy sisters include: Melanie Burg, Joanna Noelle Caruso, Hannah Eakin, Keyonna Knight, Stephanie Sable, Jessie St. George and Karen Webb. Deloris’ past catches up to her. Philip Michael Baskerville as Curtis Jackson, Jason Elliott as Joey, Jason Long as Pablo, Corben Williams as TJ and Danny Wilfred as Eddie Souther are the
gangsters that need to find her before she turns on them. Baskerville as Jackson is the leader of the bad guys, and fun to watch as he starts to lose control. His partners in crime, the triple threat, Elliot, Long and Williams have a strong comedic bond with each other and give the audience a lot of laughs with, “Lady in the Long Black Dress.” Kudos to Elliot for his fancy dance moves. Ken Jennings plays the frazzled Monsignor O’Hara who talks Mother Superior into sheltering Van Cartier. The show has upbeat, spiritual music combined with colorful characters and fun choreography. The gangsters and the sisters provide the theme of good vs. evil in the production; love, friendship, loyalty and the Lord all rolled into one makes “Sister Act” one great musical comedy. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Directed and choreographed by Donna Drake; musical direction by Bob Bray; costume design by Heather Carey; set design by Steve Loftus; sound design by Mark Zuckerman and lighting design by Andrew Gmoser. “Sister Act” is playing now through July 1 at the Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford. For more information, please contact 5922222 or visit their website at broadwaytheatre.com.
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Zuri Washington, center, as Deloris Van Cartier with the sisters of St. Katherine’s.
Zuri Washington, as Deloris Van Cartier stars in
Zuri Washington as Deloris Van Cartier and Mary Jo McConnell as Mother Superior.
“Sister Act.” Photos/John Vecchiolla
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Latimer announces next steps for county airport Rye Town Park close to deal for new restaurant operator Delivering on his promise of transparent government, partnering with the people of Westchester County and the “Good Neighbor” Policy, County Executive George Latimer announced his strategy to move forward on planning the future of the Westchester County Airport. “We are laying out a process, without presuming what the final product will be, that results in a combination of citizen input, legislative discussion, executive branch review, input from professionals who run the airport and ultimately public policy that is set by my office and the Board of Legislators,” Latimer said. “This is what I believe has been missing in terms of dealing with airport issues. We have a responsibility to get to the best public policy with public input.” The four main areas of the airport plan are: • Master plan • Governance • Operations • Citizen involvement Master plan The development and adoption of a plan that will serve as a roadmap to guide the airport through the coming years in all facets of its operation. The county is long overdue in its 2012 commitment to the FAA to develop a master plan. The
FAA has been cooperating with the county and agreed to extend its deadline until July 15. To avoid losing the $1.38 million grant, and to avoid jeopardizing future FAA grants, the county will be submitting The Astorino Administration’s Master Plan without prejudice. The Latimer Administration plans to immediately start working on a supplement to the Astorino Administration’s Master Plan that will incorporate additional public input and a full county Board of Legislators review. The Latimer Administration will also ensure the Terminal Use Restrictions remain in place. Governance Over the past two years, the prior administration has submitted for Board of Legislators, BOL, review plans that would change the governance of the airport, and allow a private sector entity to exert operational control over the airport. The 2016 plan was rejected by the BOL, and the 2017 plan was not acted on by the BOL. We are now encouraging the board to explore the issue. A public hearing will also be held on the matter. Operations The Latimer Administration will conduct a thorough review of every facet of airport operations, researching the external
concerns over flight volume, noise, drainage, environmental impact, flight paths, landing altitudes, type of equipment used, frequency, curfews, operations of Fixed Base Operators, parking, etc. Community input meetings will be held on this topic. Many of these issues will be part of the ongoing work of the Airport Advisory Board. Citizen involvement Westchester County residents are our full partners in the discussions about the airport, accordingly, we intend to do the following: Announce new members for the Airport Advisory Board, including community representatives from local jurisdictions on June 1. Hold community input meetings on the following topics: • Master Plan, June 6 7 p.m. Rye Brook Village Hall 938 King Street Rye Brook, NY 10573 • Governance, June 11 7 p.m. Hergenhan Recreation Center The Rye Town Park Commission is close to a long-term agreement with owners of the popular Thornwood 40 Maple Ave., restaurant, The Barley House, to run the restaurant and food and beverage stands at Rye Town Park and Armonk, NY 10504 Oakland Beach. File photo • Operations, June 25 The Rye Town Park Commis- park’s restaurant will not be open deal with a vendor. 7 p.m. sion is near an agreement with the by Memorial Day considering The park commission received West Harrison Senior Center owners of a Thornwood restauhow long contract negotiations permission last year from Gov. 251 Underhill Ave., rant group for control of the food have lasted with 3 Guys Restau- Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, to West Harrison NY 10604 and beverage operations at the rant Group, which owns The negotiate food-service contracts (Submitted) park this summer. Barley House. The park’s beach up to 20 years with tenants. UnAccording to Rye Town Super- and pool area has always opened der current state law, the park visor Gary Zuckerman, a Demo- its season during Memorial Day commission cannot accept a deal crat and president of the park weekend. With the park commis- with a vendor that exceeds three commission, the commission is sion nearing an agreement with years without special state apfinalizing a long-term contract the restaurant group, the commis- proval. with a restaurant group that owns sion’s most recent vendor, HomeThe park, which overlooks and operates The Barley House in style Caterers, which owned and Oakland Beach and the Long IsThornwood, a hamlet of the town operated the Ocean Grille and land Sound, is located off of Forof Mount Pleasant. several Nathan’s Famous hot dog est Avenue in the city of Rye. The The Barley House features an stands around the park, will not 62-acre green space and beacharray of draft beers and plenty return for this upcoming season. front offers seasonal swimming of food options, including appe- Homestyle Caterers’ contract ex- and year-round use for passive tizers, burgers, sandwiches and pired last October after replacing and semi-active events. other bar-friendly items. Last the park’s previous restaurateur, The park commission consists July, the restaurant organization Seaside Johnnies, in the same of members from the city and town of Rye, the villages of Port also opened up a location in Tar- year. rytown called the Barley on the While Homestyle Caterers’ Chester and Rye Brook, and the Hudson with a similar menu of operation was short-lived, it was Rye Neck section of the village of American bar food. always the intention of the park Mamaroneck. According to Zuckerman, the commission to find a long-term -Reporting by Franco Fino
County public golf courses offering season specials
Westchester County is offering reduced rates on golfing this summer at five of its public courses. File photo
Golfers can save time and money with new specials going into effect Monday, May 14, at five of Westchester’s public golf courses. The courses are Mohansic in Yorktown Heights; Maple Moor in White Plains; Saxon Woods in Scarsdale; and Dunwoodie and Sprain Lake in Yonkers. A new nine-hole rate will be offered Mondays through Fridays, once per hour beginning at
11 a.m. Rates are $30 for county Park Pass holders and $35 for golfers without a park pass. Both rates include cart rental. Reservations for this ninehole special must be made at golfnow.com. Early risers can play the back nine at a further reduction: park pass holders $15 walking, $30 with cart. Non-pass holders will pay $20 walking or $35 with cart. These early morning times are
available through walk-up reservations only on the day of play, first-come, first-served. The Monday-through-Friday junior rate will be reduced to $19 for park pass holders and $25 for juniors without a park pass. A new $46, 18-hole, cart-included rate will apply for nonpark pass holding seniors, Mondays through Fridays; reservations must be made through golfnow.com only. (Submitted)
Rye firefighters save woman from Playland car crash The city Fire Department freed an elderly woman last weekend after she crashed and flipped her car in front of the entrance to Rye Playland on opening day. While exiting the amusement park the afternoon of May 12, the unnamed woman appears to have accidentally hit a curb, causing her to lose control of
the vehicle, according to police. As of press time, there is no further information on how the accident transpired or the names of the occupants. Two unnamed teenage passengers were freed from the crash without injury; however, the elderly woman had to be extracted from the vehicle, according to police.
All three passengers were taken to the Westchester Medical Center, located in Valhalla, for an evaluation even though no one was injured. The onecar crash did not have any impact on pedestrians or other drivers. Playland opened for the season on May 12. -Reporting by Franco Fino
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Harrison & Rye City Home Sales Listings provided by the office of Westchester County Clerk Timothy C. Idoni Photos courtesy Zillow.com, Trulia.com, Hotpads.com, Spotproperty.com & Maps.google.com
2 Colby Ave., Rye 4/9/18 $3,514,000
14 Lake Road, Rye 3/28/18 $3,000,000
9 Central Ave., Rye 3/9/18 $1,325,000
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25 Sterling Road, Harrison 3/27/18 $1,575,000
110 Muchmore Road, Harrison 4/11/18 $1,015,000
124 Coolidge Ave., Rye 3/27/18 $910,000
99 Purchase St., Rye 3/22/18 $1,250,000
182 Gainsborg Ave., Harrison 3/28/18 $417,500
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You bettor believe it LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
There’s a story my mother likes to tell quite often, usually at family gatherings like Thanksgiving or Easter. Maybe 30 years ago or so, my uncle went into the hospital for surgery on his eyes, and during his recovery period, was rendered essentially blind for 24 hours. As he lay in the hospital bed, he asked my mother to grab the newspaper and read it to him. At the thought of being asked to read the news to her ailing baby brother, my mother’s eyes welled up with tears; but that moment of sisterly warmth was soon dashed. My uncle didn’t want to catch up on current events, or listen to the Life and Style section; he wanted my mom to read him the line of that night’s Knicks game so he could call his bookie. The reason I bring this story up is because, as we learned this week, gambling is always going to find a way.
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling on Murphy v. NCAA which has essentially paved the way for individual states to legalize sports gambling. But even as the politicians and moral high-grounders wring their hands about what this means for the purity of professional and collegiate sports, I have to ask: has anything really changed at all? Let’s face it, legal or not, gambling has long been intertwined with athletic competition. Heck, I’d imagine more than a few drachma exchanged hands when the Ancient Greeks held the first Olympic Games back in the 8th century B.C. And sure, there have been some famous gambling-related scandals, like the Black Sox throwing the 1918 World Series or the Holy Cross basketball team shaving points in the late 1970s, but has that been enough to sour the public on watching sports as a whole? I think not. I’ve never been a big gambler, be it sports or otherwise, but what has always bothered me about the criminalization of
sports betting has been the hypocrisy. So I can bet on horse or dog racing, but not Major League Baseball; unless I travel to Las Vegas or some other gambling sanctuary where it’s legal to plunk down $100 on a game of my choice? If gambling were this huge blight on American society as some opponents would have us believe, shouldn’t it be outlawed everywhere? Don’t get me wrong; I understand that gambling addiction, like any other addiction, can be horribly destructive to both individuals and families. But doesn’t it make sense, if people are going to do it anyway, to at least let state governments have a bit of oversight? This way, when you blow your paycheck on a dumb bet—like say, the Mets beating the Nationals—at least you’re just going to be losing money. You’re not going to have to worry about a couple of hoods named Moose and Rocco paying a visit to your home to break your kneecaps. So by all means, bring on the betting. Open up a sports book
On Monday, May 14, a U.S. Supreme Court decision gave the power to legalize sports betting to individual states. Maybe this will pave the way for some increased revenue at Empire City Casino. Photo courtesy empirecitycasino.com
at Empire City Casino, put the apps on the phones and let the states’ cut go toward funding something important, like infra-
structure or education. It was bound to happen sooner or later, anyway, and, at the very least, the Knicks just got a lot
more fun to watch.
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Harrison wins rain-soaked finale boys lacrosse
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HARRISON 8 EASTCHESTER 1 EASTCHESTER HS
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Game Notes: • Game was called due to weather in the 2nd quarter • Harrison’s faceoff wins led to offensive surge • Harrison finished the regular season 12-4 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On May 15, Harrison and Eastchester squared off for what would be the final regular season contest for both teams, hoping to get four more quarters of lacrosse in the books before severe winds and thunderstorms rolled in late in the afternoon. Although the inclement weather would eventually conspire to cut the contest short, the quick strike offense of the Huskies was enough to earn
them one last win as the visitors topped the Eagles 8-1 to head into the playoffs with some much-needed momentum. Play was initially stopped early in the second quarter, and with Harrison leading by seven goals, both teams decided to cut their losses, make the game official, and set their sights on the postseason challenges ahead. “We talked about it with the Eastchester coaches, we both kind of saw the outcome, and we agreed that we didn’t want to have to come back and play the rest of the game on Wednesday,” Harrison coach Matt Cipolla said. “We knew we were both going to make the playoffs, so we figured it was best to move on and get ready for that.” With stormy weather in the forecast, Cipolla said he spoke with his team prior to the game and stressed the importance of a quick start. “I told the captains… we needed to put up as many points as we can so we don’t have to come back,” he said. “And we
just went out and executed the game plan.” Harrison’s points stemmed from its dominance in the faceoff circle, as Will Kirshner and Dan Umbro teamed up keep the Huskies on the offensive. For the 12-4 Huskies, maintaining possession has been one of the strengths of the club all season long. “We have two great faceoff guys, and combined they have something like a 75 percent faceoff percentage this year,” Cipolla said. “We’ve got a good offense and that really sets the tone. The more possessions we have, the more we can score.” At 8-8, the Eagles are currently ranked seventh among Class C teams, although their seeding could change based on the boys lacrosse results from May 16, after press time. The Huskies are locked into a No. 3 seed in the Class B playoffs and will play their first game on Monday, May 21, against an opponent that has yet to be determined. “We feel we can play with
Connor Novak pushes toward the net against Eastchester. Harrison topped the Eagles 8-1 in a rain-shortened game.
anyone on any day, and we’re happy that we are going to be able to have at least one last
home game in front of our home crowd,” Cipolla said. “We’ve improved week by week, and I think
we are peaking at the right time.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
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Garnets edge Huskies in finale girls lax
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RYE 13 HARRISON 10 HARRISON HS
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Game Notes: • Jordan Basso led the Garnets with 5 goals • Harrison goalie Kathleen Lino made 32 saves • The Garnets & Huskies begin postseason play this week By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor In a final regular season tune up before the start of the Section I playoffs, the Rye girls lacrosse team found itself on the road against rival Harrison, taking on the explosive Huskies in the rain. But neither Harrison’s talented attackers, nor the inclement weather were enough to slow down the Garnets, who came away with a 13-10 win. Jordan Basso had five goals for Rye and teammate Leah Kenny had three to help Rye finish the regular season with a 10-6
record, which gives the Garnets a No. 3 seed in the Class C playoffs. Harrison (7-8) will be seeded No. 11 in the Class B bracket. Garnet coach Dennis Hurlie was pleased with his team’s play against the Huskies, as Rye had to contend with a tremendous performance in net by Harrison goalie Kathleen Lino who made 32 saves. “We struggled shooting a little bit, and I think we took the first 10 or 12 shots of the game before we made it 1-0,” Hurlie said. “And I think we tested [Lino] on her strong side way too much, but the nice part is we did get that many looks because we were able to control possession.” In the end, the coach added, earning a victory was far more important than earning style points. “Any time you have a game like that, on the road against a rival like Harrison who has a lot of offensive weapons, you know they’re going to be tough to guard,” Hurlie said. “So regardless of the score, we came away with a victory, and that’s all that matters.” As the No. 11 seed in the postseason, Harrison will be
on the road in their first round game, as they head up to Suffern to take on the No. 6-seeded Mounties on Thursday, May 17. At 6-10, the Mounties’ record might not be impressive, but their strength of schedule was; Suffern lost to Class A No. 2 seed Mamaroneck, Class D No. 1 seed Bronxville, and Class B No. 1 seed Yorktown by a total of four goals. Rye, on the other hand will take on No. 6 Sleepy Hollow on May 19. Both teams have identical 10-6 records, but the Garnets have a superb strength of schedule having faced off against top teams in the area including Bronxville, Mamaroneck and Class A favorite North Rockland. The winner of Saturday’s game will likely play No. 2 seed Brewster in the semifinals on May 21. “We’ve played such a tough schedule and so many close games, I think we’re ready,” Hurlie said. “Even the out-of-section teams we’ve played like North Shore and Greenwich, the games are going to be on that level; tight and close.”
Shannon Lavelle goes on the attack against the Huskies in the regular season finale for both squads. Photos/Mike Smith
CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com Brie Losito rushes upfield on May 12.
Leah Kenny streaks down the field against Harrison on May 12. Kenny scored 3 goals in Rye’s 13-10 win.
Kathleen Lino makes a save. Lino had 32 stops against Rye but still managed to take the loss.
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