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Latimer appoints 15 to Women’s Advisory Board
On April 17, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester held its annual wheelchair basketball game at the Westchester County Center. For more, see page 3. Photo courtesy Bridgette Pennelle
SLAM DUNK!
Mayer sworn in as state senator State Sen. Shelley Mayer was sworn in to represent the 37th State Senate District which spans from the town of Bedford to the city of Yonkers. Mayer won in a special election held on April 24, to fill the seat left vacant by now Westchester County Executive George Latimer. Mayer won with a margin of 58 percent to 42 percent and attributed the win to a “big tent blue wave.” The oath of office was administered by Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul in the state Senate Chamber on April 30. “I am honored to take the oath of office for the 37th State Senate
District, and I thank the voters for their trust in me to serve them in the New York state Senate,” said State Sen. Shelley Mayer. “I am very proud of the campaign we ran, which focused on the issues that matter to residents of the 37th Senate District: protecting property taxpayers, delivering for our public school students, passing common sense gun safety measures and addressing outdated sexual harassment policies. Mayer plans to focus on those issues during her time as a state senator. “I am thrilled to welcome Sen. Shelley Mayer into the
Democratic Conference and the state Senate,” Senate Democratic Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said. “Her resounding special election win is proof that New Yorkers want real leadership from Albany and they trust Shelley to help provide it. She has worked tirelessly to serve her constituents, and all New Yorkers, and I know Shelley Mayer will continue those efforts as a state senator.” County Executive Latimer added, “Shelley Mayer is the type of leader Westchester needs in the state Senate. Beginning today, our region can count on her to fight
for what our neighbors believe in, and she will deliver on the agenda she has stood for throughout her entire career. With Sen. Mayer, residents of the 37th Senate District will be in good hands.” The 37th Senatorial District encompasses portions of the cities of Yonkers, New Rochelle, White Plains and Rye, the towns of Bedford, Eastchester, Mamaroneck, Harrison and North Castle; and the villages of Bronxville, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Port Chester, Rye Brook and Tuckahoe; as well as Armonk, Bedford Hills, and Katonah. (Submitted)
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced the appointment of 15 new members to the county Women’s Advisory Board. Latimer will be appointing one new member from each legislative district based on the recommendations of the county Board of Legislators. “This newly constituted Women’s Advisory Board represents a wide and diverse cross-section of women from all corners of Westchester County,” Latimer said. “I look forward to working with this team to address the broad range of issues that matter most to women across our county.” Robin Schlaff, director of the Office for Women, said, “Westchester County’s Office for Women is unique, and is the only one of its kind in the country. I look forward to working with this re-energized board together with County Executive George Latimer to provide a strong voice for women and families throughout Westchester.” The new Women’s Advisory Board Members are as follows: Lauren Smith, of Katonah, is a licensed clinical social worker. Smith has held many positions in psychotherapy, including the titles yoga instructor, school substance abuse prevention counselor, and family and child therapist. Janice Lubin Kirschner, of Pleasantville, is the senior director of the JCY-Westchester Community Partners and the Kinship Support Center, a division of Family Service Society of Yonkers. Lubin Kirschner is in charge of all programs focused on enhancing the educational experience of children, including managing staff, overseeing finances and grant writing, as well as public relations and fundraising efforts.
Kristen Browde, of Chappaqua, is an attorney who works to develop creative solutions to the problems facing individuals and corporations. Browde’s primary focus is on divorce and family law cases, but she also handles civil litigation, trademarks, director and officer defense and media law cases. Myra Saul, of Scarsdale, received her law degree from Brooklyn Law School, where she was a member of the law review. Saul worked in the law department of a Fortune 500 insurance company for many years, where she specialized in giving advice regarding securities based retirement products for individuals, groups and pension plans. She started her career as an attorney for the Securities and Exchange Commission. Patricia Rind, of Rye Brook, is a professor with more than 20 years of experience in course creation and instruction in a university setting. Courses she is best known for include gender and women’s studies, sexuality and psychology. Rind is also a published writer and editor on topics related to gender, friendship and other women’s issues. Susan Van Dijk, of Rye, has a background in communications, and is recognized as a productive leader with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. She has significant experience in the prioritization and oversight of multiple projects, and has been a volunteer on multiple local Westchester County campaigns. Virginia Loughlin, of Ossining, is the president of AppliedGood, Inc. The consulting practice helps its clients in organizational transition and assesses LATIMER continued on page 9
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CPW celebrates 11th wheelchair basketball game Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s Barrier Breakers had their 11th annual wheelchair basketball game on Tuesday, April 17 at the Westchester County Center. Iona College Men’s Basketball players helped the team warm up for the big game. During half time Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s Vocal Groove performed two wonderful pieces followed by a dance routine performed by the Scarsdale Dance Team. Also during half time there was a “Hoop Shoot” foul shooting contest sponsored by the Mid Westchester Elk’s Lodge No. 535. The contest included both teams, and trophies were awarded to the winners in each group and all players were recognized for participating with a medal. After half time the game
Photos courtesy Bridgette Pennelle
resumed, and the Barrier Breakers won after a fun competitive game. Cerebral Palsy of Westchester,
CPW, would like to acknowledge the Westchester County executive, county Department of Parks, Recreation and Conserva-
tion for providing us with the site and the county Office for Disabled in coordinating this event with CPW. (Submitted)
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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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Rabid coyote captured in Thornwood The coyote that lunged at and bit a 5-year-old girl at Carroll Park in Thornwood on April 29 has tested positive for rabies. The coyote was captured by an off-duty Irvington police officer, and was shot by a Mount Pleasant police officer after it bit the girl on the left forearm at the playground. Everyone who came into contact with the animal, or its saliva, is being evaluated to determine the need for preventive rabies treatment. “If a coyote approaches, make noise and try to avoid it,” Westchester County Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler said. “If it appears aggressive or lethargic, it could have rabies, so contact local police. Avoid contact with strays and other wildlife.” Unusual behavior may be the first sign of rabies in an animal. A rabid animal may become either abnormally aggressive or unusually tame. It may lose fear of people and become excited and irritable, or appear particularly passive and lethargic. Staggering and frothing at the mouth are sometimes noted. Any physical contact with a wild or unfamiliar animal should
A coyote which made headlines this week after attacking a young girl in Thornwood has tested positive for the rabies virus. File photo
be immediately reported to a health care provider to evaluate the need for preventive rabies treatment. If left untreated, rabies is fatal. All animal bites or contacts with animals suspected of having rabies must be reported to the county Department of Health at 813-5000, 24 hours a day.
Keeping pet rabies vaccinations up to date is also important for protection against rabies. New York law requires dogs, cats and ferrets to be vaccinated against rabies and receive regular booster shots. For more information, go to westchestergov.com/health or call the RABIES INFOLINE at 813-5010. (Submitted)
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By Mike Scova On Thursday, Aug. 26, DCH Toyota City in Mamaroneck celebrated its grand reopening of its newly renovated and expanded state-of-the-art customer service center. The renovations, which more than double the size of the original showroom, were a much needed update to a company that has been serving the local community since 1977. The enhancements include a 12-car showroom, as well as more customer amenities such as a new customer waiting area, kids playroom and cafe area. The upgrades will help strengthen DCH Toyota as a leading business and service provider in the area. At the ribbon-cutting to mark the reopening of the facility, DCH Toyota also presented a check for $2,000 to St. Thomas Church in Mamaroneck in support of its food pantry program. “We’ve been an integral part of the community for over 40 years, and our capital investment in our new sales facility is further evidence of our commitment to delivering customer happiness,” said DCH Toyota General Manager Hugh Ryan, a 32-year veteran of the car business.
The festivities featured a DJ, and included food and refreshments inviting a warm and friendly atmosphere. Marc Ellison, a brand specialist for DCH Toyota said that, “We’re not selling cars, we’re building relationships.” Jim and Arlene Cortellesa of Briarcliff Manor, told the Review that they pass by many car dealerships in order to come to DCH Toyota. Over the last 25 years, the Cortellesas have purchased four cars from the Mamaroneck dealership. “Good deals, good prices, and they always help out,” said Jim Cortellesa, who purchased his first car from Ginny Bisconti, a 30-plus year veteran of DCH Toyota. Bisconti raved about DCH Toyota’s customer service, adding, «They even wash your car for you when you bring it in.” John Prinnts, another associate with the company, also boasted about the dealership’s service center, which is located at 700 Waverly Ave. “It is the best run I’ve seen, he said. “People come from all over to go to that [Mamaroneck] location.” To mark the event, the representatives at DCH Toyota were presented with a “Katana” sword, which is traditionally used by Japanese Samurai. A symbol for strength, quality and integrity, the sword also represents the strength of the partnership with the community and success of the Toyota franchise. And, if history is any indicator, DCH Toyota has all these qualities and then some. DCH Toyota City is located at 1305 E. Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck.
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It’s Little League time HARRISON HAPPENINGS Mayor Ron Belmont
I would like to bring your attention to road construction in downtown Harrison. Calvert Street will be under construction for the next seven weeks as Con Edison repairs a major gas line. Roads may be closed and detours will be marked. Please proceed
with caution and allow extra time when traveling to the area. Last Friday, I had the pleasure of attending the Little League opening ceremony and it was an honor to throw out the first pitch of the season. Although the weather was not ideal, hundreds of onlookers were in attendance as Little League teams and their coaches energized the fans. The Harrison High School Marching Band was on hand to serenade the crowd and, after the ceremony, a celebration of the evening’s events culminated in a barbeque. Once again, it was great to be part of this wonderful annual kickoff event. On a related note, I would like to recognize this year’s Harrison Little League Volunteers of the Year. Joe Geller and Jim Horvath have dedicated many years as Lit-
tle League volunteers and are responsible for the success we see in the program in Harrison. They have led by example and reflect the ideals and values we hope to pass on to our younger residents. Congratulations to both recipients for this impressive award. The entire Harrison community is invited to the annual Blue Mass which will be held on Saturday, May 19 at 5 p.m., at St. Anthony’s in West Harrison. The mass offers an opportunity for the law enforcement community, and for all of us, to honor and pray for fallen officers and their families. This year, our men and women in the military, as well as all of our veterans, will be added to the group of honorees. The annual appeal for the Eugene J. Feeley Harrison High School Student Aid Fund has been mailed to the community. For more than 65 years, “The Feeley Fund” has assisted select Harrison High School graduates in attending college. Since 1947, more than 1,000 students have received loans or grants in support of their post-high school education and training. The Feeley Fund is asking our community to share their confidence in the future of our Harrison youth. To re-
spond to their request, send contributions to The Feeley Fund, 255 Union Ave., Harrison, NY 10528. For additional information, please call Lola Geiger at 939-7066. On Sunday, May 20 from noon to 5 p.m. (rain or shine), Harrison’s Japanese community will be hosting a Harrison-Japan Spring Festival in Ma Riis Park, in front of the Harrison Library. Traditional Japanese performances, including a tea ceremony, Japanese drums and dance, and kimono dressing, will be featured along with Japanese games, food and beverages. There will also be a raffle and profits will benefit local organizations. I will be participating in the fashion show, donning an authentic kimono, and hope to see many friends, and familiar faces, supporting this very worthwhile event. For more information, visit thematsuri.org. The next “Lunch with the Mayor” is on Friday, May 4 and I will be at Hal’s Deli located at 295 Halstead Ave., in Downtown Harrison. On Friday, May 11, I will be at Silver Lake Pizza located at 79 Lake St., in West Harrison. I will be at these locations from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and look forward to meeting with residents and talking about issues facing our community.
County corrections officer attacked by inmates A Westchester County correction officer was hospitalized last week after being attacked by two inmates at the county jail facility. According to a county spokesperson, Correction Officer Brian Artis suffered a broken nose and head trauma after a “seemingly unprovoked attack” by the two male inmates. The correction officer said that he was attacked by inmates Carlos Yarborough and Ishmael Ben-Reuben around 9:45 p.m. on April 27. Yarborough is currently being held at the jail facility
for assault and robbery charges, while Ben-Reuben is being held for charges of assault and attempted robbery. In a statement, Corrections Commissioner Joe Spano said the department “will be investigating what led to this incident and will work with the District Attorney and County Police to ensure that these two assailants are prosecuted to the fullest extent.” He added, “Violence towards our staff members is unacceptable at every level and will be dealt with swiftly.”
As of press time, Artis has been released from Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla and is currently recovering from his injuries. County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat, recognized the incident on Twitter on April 28. “Our thoughts are with him and his family for full recuperation,” he said. “He and his brother and sister officers are always in our prayers. We appreciate their service.” Artis began working as a correction officer for Westchester County in 2009. -Reporting by Franco Fino
Former teacher gets prison time for child porn An ex-Rye Neck school teacher was sentenced to prison on April 27 after being found guilty of child pornography charges. White Plains Judge Cathy Seibel sentenced Nicholas Pagliuca, of Somers, to serve three years in prison and five years of supervised release for possessing thousands of images and videos of child pornography. Pagliuca pleaded guilty to one count of child pornography last November after being caught by a federal agent downloading child pornography from a site in October 2016. The 66-year-old, who was a football coach at the high school,
was arrested a couple of days after the agent discovered he worked with kids. “Pagliuca’s crimes are abhorrent, and his conduct represents the deepest betrayal of school [and] community trust,” said Rye Neck Superintendent Barbara Ferraro, who was the principal of Rye Neck High School when Pagliuca was arrested. “The sentencing of Pagliuca closes a chapter on a deeply troubling matter; however, we are acutely aware that a portion of our students, especially those who are older, may relay to parents their thoughts on this matter.” Ferraro said in a statement that
there has never been any indication from federal authorities that Pagliuca used school computers or other resources in his criminal conduct. The former teacher and coach started downloading child pornography in 2004. In 2012, Pagliuca paid for a child pornography subscription on an online site, according to federal authorities. Pagliuca resigned from his position at the high school at the end of 2016 after he was arrested for a misdemeanor gun charge. As of press time, there is no further information on the status of that separate case. -Reporting by Franco Fino
Mamaroneck girl killed, mother shot by police Westchester County police will begin an investigation into the death of a two-year-old that led to the attempted stabbing of one police officer in the village of Mamaroneck. On Saturday April 28, Mamaroneck police responded to a 911 call where they found Gabrielle Maria Boyd, 2, severely injured. According to police, when officers attempted to help Boyd, her mother, Cynthia Arce, 28, attacked the officers with a knife. Arce was first tased by police and then shot
by the responding officers. Arce remains currently hospitalized, while Gabrielle later died in the hospital. Boyd’s official cause of death is pending an autopsy. Four officers received medical treatment for injuries and were subsequently released. Police have yet to say what caused Arce to attack her daughter and the officers, as the case is currently under investigation by the Westchester County Department of Public Safety. According to police, the inci-
dent occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on Chestnut Avenue in Mamaroneck, considered to be a quiet residential neighborhood. Police say no neighbors were endangered in the incident. The Mamaroneck Police Benevolent Association said that the officer’s decision to shoot Arce saved others from “imminent severe injury or death.” Village Attorney Robert Spolzino could not be reached for comment as of press time. -Reporting by James Pero
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impact. Loughlin specializes in growing business relationships, planning and developing website content, designing communication systems and strategic planning. Sarah DeRise, of Tuckahoe, is a post-partum doula and lactation counselor who supports new mothers with their transition into motherhood. She also facilitates a weekly support group for new mothers, where they are free to express their concerns and feelings about parenthood in a safe and protected environment. Cindy Kanusher, of Irvington, is the executive director of the Pace Women’s Justice Center in White Plains, and a member of the Women’s Justice Center Advisory Board. Kanusher is a frequent speaker for domestic violence prevention and education programs, and works closely with law enforcement personnel, attorneys, medical professionals and community groups. Lynda Bagley, of Mount Vernon, is a legacy life member of
the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., and is responsible for 21 different NCNW sections of New York. The mission of the organization is to lead, advocate for and empower women, their families and their communities. Karla Diaz, of Yonkers, is the administrative supervisor at the Westchester Institute for Human Development, and is responsible for the management and supervision of the Child Welfare Program. Diaz coordinates initial intakes, referrals and case conferences, working closely with the county Department of Social Services. Rev. Margaret Coleman, of Yonkers, is employed with Yonkers public schools as a special education teacher, and is a member of the local Yonkers Women’s Advisory Board. Coleman has a master of divinity degree from Duke Divinity School. Tarshiena Diaz, of Yonkers, has worked with children and families, and is an active member of her community. Jewel Williams, of Bronxville,
is the programs and faculty affairs coordinator at New York Presbyterian Hospital in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Williams is responsible for managing Orthopedic Surgery’s 10 post-graduate training programs including planning, scheduling, recruitment and reporting for residency training program and fellowships. Judy Trolio, of Port Chester, is the executive director of The LOFT: LGBT Community Services Center, Inc. The LOFT offers a wide variety of vital programs and services focused on advocacy, education and celebration of LGBT people and the community as a whole. Anita Sharma, of Irvington, is a senior consultant at Women Deliver, a leading global advocate for the health, rights and wellbeing of girls and women. The organization brings together diverse voices to drive progress for gender equality, with a focus on maternal, sexual and reproductive health rights. (Submitted)
RTP hosting ‘Community Conversation’ program
Rye Town Park will hold its annual “Community Conversation” event on May 5. File photo
The Rye Town Park Commission is hosting its annual “Community Conversation” program on Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m. All of the public is welcome to attend. People will have the opportunity to ask questions, make suggestions, find out what’s going on with the restaurant and meet Laurence Vargas, the new Rye Town Park director. “The annual Community Conversation gives all residents and users of the park the chance to express their views and opinions in an interchange with the park commissioners in an informal setting,” said Rye Town Park President Gary Zuckerman.
“This annual event has proved to be invaluable and informative for all of us.”In addition, people can learn about the many free summer events taking place at the park. These include seven live music concerts, children “story time” led by members of the Rye Free Reading Room, attending an outdoor movie, a magic show and two presentations of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest.” Support for these events comes from local businesses, including Carpet Trends, The Women’s Imaging Center and Atria Senior Living. Events planned for later
in the summer include family sand-sculpture projects and kite-flying mornings. Rye Town Park has two support groups. The Friends of Rye Town Park help promote and improve the park, and they are looking for people to help them in their work. The Rye Town Park Alliance, which has its own Facebook page, was established recently to provide additional support. For more information, call 939-3075, email Dreisner@ TownofRyeNY.com or visit Rye Town Park on Facebook or the web: Rye Town Park and Beach. (Submitted)
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO BIDDERS HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for: RFB #18/19-05: MAINTAIN AND SERVICE ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the Business Office of the Harrison Central School District, located at 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528; (914) 630-3011. All bids will be publicly opened and read at said time and place. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york or from the district Business Office beginning May 4, 2017. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered bid holders and posted to www.bidnetdirect. com/new-york. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes bearing the name and address of the bidder on the outside, addressed to: PURCHASING AGENT, HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT and clearly marked on the outside with the bid opening date and “RFB #18/19-05: MAINTAIN AND SERVICE ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM”. The Harrison Central School District is not responsible for bids opened prior to the bid opening if bid number and opening date do not appear on the envelope. Bids opened prior to the date and time indicated are invalid. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail, or in the handling of the mail by employees of the Harrison Central School District, as well as improper hand delivery. The Harrison Central School District reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bids, or to reject all bids, or to accept any bid which in the opinion of the Board will be to their best interest. By order of the Board of Education Gene George Purchasing Agent Dated: May 4, 2018
NOTICE TO BIDDERS HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for: RFB #18/19-04: FIRE ALARM SERVICE AND REPAIR will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the Business Office of the Harrison Central School District, located at 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528; (914) 630-3011. All bids will be publicly opened and read at said time and place. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york or from the district Business Office beginning May 4, 2017. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered bid holders and posted to www.bidnetdirect. com/new-york. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes bearing the name and address of the bidder on the outside, addressed to: PURCHASING AGENT, HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT and clearly marked on the outside with the bid opening date and “RFB #18/19-04: Fire Alarm Service and Repair”. The Harrison Central School District is not responsible for bids opened prior to the bid opening if bid number and opening date do not appear on the envelope. Bids opened prior to the date and time indicated are invalid. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail, or in the handling of the mail by employees of the Harrison Central School District, as well as improper hand delivery. The Harrison Central School District reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bids, or to reject all bids, or to accept any bid which in the opinion of the Board will be to their best interest. By order of the Board of Education Gene George Purchasing Agent Dated: May 4, 2018
NOTICE TO BIDDERS HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for: RFB #18/19-03: FLOORS AND FLOOR COVERINGS – PROVIDE AND INSTALL will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the Business Office of the Harrison Central School District, located at 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528; (914) 630-3011. All bids will be publicly opened and read at said time and place. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york or from the district Business Office beginning May 4, 2017. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered bid holders and posted to www.bidnetdirect. com/new-york. Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes bearing the name and address of the bidder on the outside, addressed to: PURCHASING AGENT, HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT and clearly marked on the outside with the bid opening date and “RFB #18/19-03: Floors and Floor Coverings- Provide and Install”. The Harrison Central School District is not responsible for bids opened prior to the bid opening if bid number and opening date do not appear on the envelope. Bids opened prior to the date and time indicated are invalid. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail, or in the handling of the mail by employees of the Harrison Central School District, as well as improper hand delivery. The Harrison Central School District reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bids, or to reject all bids, or to accept any bid which in the opinion of the Board will be to their best interest. By order of the Board of Education Gene George Purchasing Agent Dated: May 4, 2018
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Airwave heatwave LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
F. Scott Fitzgerald famously opined that there are no second acts in American lives. Luckily for once-and-future WFAN sports radio host Mike Francesa, a brief hiatus from the spotlight earlier this year probably wouldn’t even have been long enough to qualify as a Broadway intermission. On May 1, Francesa returned to the WFAN airwaves for his first show following a Dec. 15 “retirement” that promised to be the end of an era in New York sports talk radio. That Francesa—who has been a staple of the local sports scene since 1987—is back is no great surprise; the only question is “what was the point of retirement in the first place?” Surely, when Francesa announced his impending retirement more than a year ago— leading to a months-long farewell tour that allowed him to bask in the continuing adoration of “Mongo Nation,” we all ex-
pected to hear him back in our lives rather quickly. Mike, despite his general disposition and outlook on life, is not an old man and someone is always willing to pay for a know-it-all sports pundit with decent name recognition. But we figured he was done with WFAN. He’d be headed to SIRIUS XM, ESPN or somewhere else finding room for the big payday and the big personality, we thought. I mean, imagine Derek Jeter, after being feted as an outgoing legend at ballparks around the country in 2014, showing up to the Yankees spring training facilities in Tampa in March of 2015, taking reps at shortstop and wondering loudly why anyone was surprised he decided to return for another season. That was essentially the gist of Francesa’s first show, as he maintained that returning to WFAN was always among the options laid out before him and he was right where he wanted to be. Of course, he made no mention of the multi-million dollar paycut he was taking, nor the
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disruption this has caused the trio that replaced his afternoon drive show. But then again, that’s just Mike. For all his faults—and they are legion—Francesa’s arrogance was always a driving force behind his show. And over the years, rather than hold it as a black mark against him, I— and many others—began to find his grandiose proclamations almost endearing. Mike was a jerk, but he was our jerk. I feel about Francesa the same way I feel about Yankees radio announcer John Sterling. Do I think they are good at their respective jobs? No. But every Mike rant that goes viral or John Sterling home run call that sees the play-by-play man crooning an old Italian love song seems to be a genuine part of New York culture, so I have a soft spot for the men responsible for creating them. So the Sports Pope is back, and now New York sports radio can feel whole again. The debates about which radio station has the better shows, the public sniping between rivals Michael Kay and
On May 1, longtime sports talk radio host Mike Francesa returned to WFAN after a five-month retirement. Sports Editor Mike Smith wonders why he said goodbye in the first place. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org
Francesa, and in a year where there is so much promise and intrigue in the local sports scene? We couldn’t have asked for a bet-
ter start to summer. I just don’t know why Francesa said goodbye in the first place. He could’ve just said “Back
afta dis.”
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THE ROUNDUP
Kathleen Lino dives to make a save against Eastchester. Lino stopped 25 shots in a winning effort.
Girls Lacrosse
Harrison 18 Eastchester 14 At Harrison HS
4/26/18
Huge days from Jess Saviano and Kathleen Lino helped the Huskies edge Eastchester last week, as Harrison outlasted the visiting Eagles to come away with an 18-14 victory. Saviano had seven goals and Lino had 25 saves in a back-andforth game that showcased just how talented these two teams are. Harrison’s offense also got big contributions from Ashley Stagg and Brie Losito, who each scored four goals, as well as Saviano’s sister Sydney, who had three.
The Eagles were paced by Angelina Porcello, who had five goals, and Amy Calandro, who had three.
Putnam Valley 19 Harrison 12 At Putnam Valley HS
4/27/18
The Huskies’ hot streak came to an end the following day when they took on a traditionally tough Putnam Valley team. Brie Losito scored seven times to lead Harrison, and Sydney Saviano had four goals, but the Huskies had a hard time stopping the duo of Emma Rippon and Jacklyn Phillips who combined for eight goals. The girls will be back in action on May 3, when they travel
to Pelham to take on the Pelicans.
Baseball
Rye 4 Harrison 1 At Silver Lake Park
4/28/18
On Saturday, Rye rode a stellar pitching performance from Sean Thompson to a win in the annual Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Game and a season sweep over rival Harrison. Thompson pitched 6.1 innings, allowing just three hits and striking out 10 batters, before handing things off to Sean Hale who nailed down a two-out save to preserve the Garnets’ undefeated season.
Harrison defenders converge on a Eagle attacker on April 26. Photos/Mike Smith
Alex Noga was the driving force behind the Garnet offense, driving in two runs on the afternoon. Prior to the game, Harrison’s Mike Arlotta and Rye’s Jared Olbrys were announced as the winners of the 2018 Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Scholarship.
Softball
Ardsley 6 Harrison 3 At Ardsley HS
Ashley Stagg brings the ball up the field against Eastchester on April 26. Stagg had four goals in Eastchester’s 18-14 win.
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Harrison’s bats couldn’t do quite enough to put the Panthers away on Tuesday, as Ardsley edged the Huskies in a 6-3 ballgame. Harrison hurler Tamara Day was solid, allowing just two earned runs over the course of six innings of work, but a five-run fifth inning gave Ardsley all they would need to put this one away. Kristi Iannachino led the way for Harrison offensively, picking up two hits and two RBIs on the afternoon. The Huskies are currently 7-5 and will play rival Rye
Sydney Saviano outruns a defender last week.
on May 3, after press time. The Garnets won the previous matchup between the two teams.
Boys Lacrosse
Harrison 13 Hastings 3 At Harrison HS
4/30/18
The Huskies took another step forward on Monday, drub-
bing Hastings by 10 goals to improve to 9-2 on the season. Connor Novak led Harrison with four goals, but Tyler Menniti and Austin Mueller each had three in the win. Mueller also had three assists to go along with his hat trick. The team will look for it’s 10th win on May 4, when they travel to Pelham to take on a solid Pelican team. Reporting by Mike Smith
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