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Playland’s 2019 Opening Day is going in the record books as having the highest attendance the park has seen on opening day in seven years. For more of the new additions slated this summer, see page 6. Photo courtesy Westchester County
County Dept. of Correction recognizes 50th anniversary On May 10, as part of National Correctional Professionals Week, the Westchester County Department of Correction, DOC, celebrated a truly golden milestone. At a ceremony attended by more than 250 retirees, active members of service, care providers and partners, Westchester County Executive George Latimer and Correction Commissioner Joseph K. Spano reflected on the many challenges, changes and achievements of the largest law enforcement agency in Westchester. 2019 marks the DOC’s 50th year as a criminal justice agency, formed in 1969 from what were then functions of the county Sheriff and the Department of
Public Welfare. In merging these functions, Westchester sought to extend the rehabilitative initiatives afforded to its sentenced offenders to pre-trial detainees, and to create a unified workforce of similarly-credentialed officers. In his remarks, Latimer discussed some of the functions of county government that may go unnoticed by the public but which are critical to public health and community safety, including the operation of the Correction Department. “There’s a fine line—how do you deal with individuals who have seriously broken the rules of society,” Latimer asked. “It requires simultaneously balancing punishment with
rehabilitation and a productive return to society. That may be as difficult a task as Westchester County government has to accomplish.” Following his remarks, Latimer presented Spano with a brass eagle, dedicated to the men and women of the Department and commemorating their achievement as part of National Correctional Professionals Week. Spano provided the attendees with a wonderful overview of the Department’s 50 years of history, from its inception during the civil rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s, through the challenges of the 1980s and 1990s and up to the present day, where
DOC now has the distinction of being a national leader in criminal justice reform. Showcasing the many innovative reentry and rehabilitation programs and the dedication of its 800-plus staff, Spano said, “We now have 31 active rehabilitative and reentry programs, and hundreds of community partners with whom we work hand-in-hand to prepare returning citizens for successful reentry. Those partnerships are a large part of why we are considered a leader in the corrections space, and it’s working.” Spano then noted that the Department’s local inmate census was 734, its lowest in more than 35 years. (Submitted)
With credit card surcharges now in the news, the Westchester Consumer Protection Department is working to clear up questions for consumers. More people than ever before are using credit and debit cards for payments in stores and restaurants, and some merchants are now seeking to add surcharges to bills to recover their transaction fees for these plastic payments. Merchants recently engaged in a legal challenge to a New York State law that banned them from charging a credit/debit card surcharge. After an extensive litigation, the New York State Court of Appeals ruled that: • Merchants can charge two different prices, one for credit cards and one for cash; • The higher price charged to credit card users must be posted in total dollars and cents form; and • merchants can call the price differential anything they wish. “After this prominent legal decision, if merchants decide to add a surcharge to bills, they must clearly inform consumers of the terms of the surcharge in ‘dollars and cents’ on the bill and receipt,” said Jim Maisano, county Consumer Protection director. “Consumers should not have to do math to figure out the surcharge. While merchants can now charge a surcharge, they cannot do so in a misleading way.” These extra credit card fees
are now allowed but must be included in the final selling price of a good or service. Merchants must either display both prices (cash and credit) or the higher credit card price only. If the merchant only displays the cash price or lists the cash price only and states that the credit card price is a certain percent higher, it would be a violation of law. Additionally, Sec. 863.71 of the county Consumer Protection Code requires that for the marking of item prices and advertised prices, it shall be a violation “to sell or offer for sale any consumer goods or services at a greater price than the price displayed or advertised therefor.” County law also mandates that gasoline stations that offer two (2) tier pricing (cash/credit) need to display the higher selling credit price as well as the discounted cash price. Drivers must know when pulling up to the pump what their highest cost exposure is before filling their tanks. Debit sales can be considered credit sales or cash sales, the determination being made by the merchant. If consumers believe merchants are engaging in deceptive or unconscionable trade practices regarding credit card surcharges, they can reach out to the Consumer Protection Department for advice at ConPro@ westchestergov.com or 995-2155. (Submitted)
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State launches anti-drug, alcohol campaign for teens The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, OASAS, announced the launch of the “Develop a Plan” campaign on May 15, which encourages adults to develop a plan with teens and young adults to get out of dangerous situations involving drugs or alcohol. It also encourages adults to talk to young people about not using alcohol and drugs, since peer pressure can be challenging and being prepared with a plan can help. The launch of the campaign coincides with prom and graduation season, as well as National Prevention Week. “This campaign builds on our efforts to raise awareness about alcohol and drug use among our young people,” said Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul, co-chairwoman of the state Heroin and Opioid Task Force. “We want to make sure teenagers make the right decisions and have the information and resources they need to ensure their health and safety. The ‘Develop a Plan’ campaign is one of many steps we’re taking to educate young people as part of our overall goal to tackle an addiction crisis that is impacting communities across the state.” “Alcohol and drugs can have numerous negative consequences for young people, and it is im-
This year’s National Prevention Week runs from May 12 through 18. Each day features its own theme: Monday, May 13: Preventing Prescription and Opioid Drug Misuse Tuesday, May 14: Preventing Underage Drinking and Alcohol Misuse Wednesday, May 15: Preventing Illicit Drug Use and Youth Marijuana Use Thursday, May 16: Preventing Youth Tobacco Use Friday, May 17: Preventing Suicide portant for them to know these dangers and have a strategy on how to get out of a difficult situation where alcohol and drugs may be present,” OASAS Commissioner Arlene González-Sánchez said. “This campaign will help keep young people safe. Being proactive and discussing the risks surrounding substance use and developing a plan are important ways for adults to take an active role in prevention efforts.” The “Develop a Plan” campaign includes radio spots in English and Spanish that will be played statewide throughout the spring and summer, as well as posters and social media content. National Prevention Week is an annual observance organized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, which is dedicated to increasing public awareness of and action around mental health and substance use disorders.
New Yorkers struggling with an addiction, or whose loved ones are struggling, can find help and hope by calling the state’s toll-free, 24-hour, 7-day-a-week HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) or by texting HOPENY (Short Code 467369). For more information about problem gambling visit oasas.ny.gov/gambling/index.cfm. Available addiction treatment including crisis/detox, inpatient, community residence or outpatient care can be found using the state OASAS Treatment Availability Dashboard at FindAddictionTreatment.ny.gov or through the state OASAS website. Visit CombatAddiction.ny.gov to learn more about the warning signs of addiction, review information on how to get help, and access resources on how to facilitate conversations with loved ones and communities about addiction. (Submitted)
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By Andy Landorf & John Colquhoun
The New 60 is a weekly look about what it’s like to be in your 60’s in today’s world: adult children living at home, downsizing (jobs and houses), finding old friends on Facebook and deciphering text-speak. It’s a Brave New World of second homes, second careers and second marriages…and finding out after a lifetime of milkshakes and ice cream that you’re suddenly lactose-intolerant. The New 60 is created by two local 60-plus Westchester residents, John Colquhoun of Bronxville and Andy Landorf, who hails from Tarrytown. The duo are long-time advertising creatives and this, as the saying goes, is their Act II. Even though it features folks in their 60’s, if you know someone who is 60, have a parent who’s 60 or just generally enjoy watching funny things happen to other people, you’ll find something to relate to here—you may even find yourself saying, “Hey, that happened to me!” To read more of the New 60, visit their website at thenew60comic.com.
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Playland’s 2019 Opening Day is going in the record books as having the highest attendance the park has seen on opening day in seven years. The park welcomed 8,228 people, with attendees enjoying the rides, food, musical entertainment and Kiddie Land shows. “This attendance record shows just how important refreshed marketing, creativity and drive are when promoting an amusement park,” Westchester County Executive George Latimer said. “The workers at Playland did a fantastic job readying the park— it was spotless and colorful and adorned with our new mascot Coaster. I thank them for their tireless work. Hearing the roar of the Dragon Coaster coupled with laughter under the warm sunshine was the perfect Saturday at Playland Park. I am excited to see attendance continue to climb as we roll out more of our promotional events at Playland this season.”
Playland has been Westchester County and the New York Metropolitan area’s great family amusement park and entertainment center since 1928. For the 2019 season, the park is welcoming many new, exciting events and promotions—including a collaboration with ArtsWestchester and the Westchester Parks Foundation for a public art display, the first new commercial in 10 years, the welcoming of “Town Days” to promote community and 11 new musical acts. Among the new features for the 2019 season: a public art display, Westchester Town Days, the Westchester Loves to Read Program, laser shows, 11 new musical acts, a new coaster mascot, new social media campaign #HeyCoaster, Playland museum, updated commercial and updated webpage, playlandpark.org. (Submitted) CONTINUED continued on next page
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Art
The public has come forward and requested that Playland have public art and more art displays. The county has identified space on the Boardwalk to be used for an art installation. With the assistance of ArtsWestchester, and with funding being provided by the Westchester Parks Foundation, the county will be issuing an RFP for an art display this summer. The art creation will be available for public viewing and unveiled one to two weeks later. The art will remain at the park for the remainder of the summer.
Town Days
Focused on building community and celebrating the unique towns, cities and villages of Westchester County this summer, the county will be featuring “Town Days,” Tuesdays-Fridays, June 25-Aug. 31 (except July 4). From A to Z, Playland will celebrate each town, village and city with its own Town Day. With proof of ID, each resident will receive discount coupons when they arrive at the park by going to the Fountain Plaza Administration Building. Municipalities will also have a chance to display booths of information and proudly display what makes them unique at the Fountain Plaza on their special day.Discounts include one free mini golf entry, two-for-one ride admission, one free beach or pool admission, $1 off of one food value meal and a $5 discount for parking on a return visit to the park.
Schedule:
· June 25 Ardsley Day · June 26 Bedford Day · June 27 Briarcliff Manor Day · June 28 Bronxville Day · July 2 Buchanan Day · July 3 Cortlandt Day · July 5 Croton-on-Hudson Day · July 9 Dobbs Ferry Day · July 10 Eastchester Day · July 11 Elmsford Day · Jul 12 Greenburgh Day · July 16 Harrison Day (town/village) · July 17 Hastings-on-Hudson Day · July 18 Irvington Day · July 19 Larchmont Day · July 23 Lewisboro Day · July 24 Mamaroneck Day (town/village) · July 25 Mount Kisco Day · July 26 Mount Pleasant Day · July 30 Mount Vernon Day · July 31 New Castle Day · Aug. 1 New Rochelle Day · Aug. 2 North Castle Day · Aug. 6 North Salem Day · Aug. 7 Ossining Day (town/village) · Aug. 8 Peekskill Day · Aug. 9 Pelham Day · Aug. 13 Port Chester Day · Aug. 14 Pound Ridge Day · Aug. 15 Rye Day (city/town) · Aug. 16 Rye Brook Day · Aug. 20 Scarsdale Day (town/village) · Aug. 21 Sleepy Hollow Day · Aug. 22 Somers Day · Aug. 23 Tarrytown Day · Aug. 27 Tuckahoe Day · Aug. 28White Plains Day · Aug. 29 Yonkers Day · Aug. 30 Yorktown Day
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Loves to Read Program
Open to students countywide in grades Pre-K through 5, this reading initiative asked students to log their reading time beginning starting Oct. 1, 2018 and ending on May 5, 2019. Students who read 4,000 minutes during that time, or roughly 1520 minutes a day, received a free pass to Playland Park’s Opening Day.
Laser Show
June 8 to Sept. 2 the new laser show will be displayed every day at 7:45 p.m. and 9 p.m. The show is a colorful, wonder-filled extravaganza of music and dancing laser lights that come to life every night.
Concerts
We are proud to be featuring 11 musical performances this season, a 60 percent increase over years past.The musical performances include many well-known bands from across the tristate area. · May 11-Gilbert Band ·June 16-Mamaroneck’s School of Rock · June 22-Band Bedrock · June 28-Tramps Like Us, Springsteen Tribute Band · June 30-East Coast School Tour, School of Rock · July 14-Playland Palooza: Playland D.J., Penelope Robin, String n’ Skins, Genessa & The Selena Experience · July 26-Voyage, Journey Tribute Band · July 27-Brandi and the Alexanders · Aug. 2-Back to the Eighties Show, Jessie’s Girl · Aug. 11-Dr. K’s Motown Revue · Aug. 23-Amish Outlaws
Coaster, #HeyCoaster
The Playland mascot Coaster was refreshed this year to appeal to children.Updated for the first time in more than 20 years, the new Coaster is a cartoon figure who children are naturally drawn to. He is being promoted with a social media campaign #HeyCoaster.He can be found popping up all over Westchester County from May 1 until the end of the Playland 2019 season.
Museum
Playland has a rich history that is treasured by the people of Westchester County. The county has now created a special Playland Museum to showcase the park’s rich history.Though small at the moment, the county plans to expand its showcase of the Park’s history.
Commercial
For the first time in 10 years Playland has a new television commercial.Focused on promoting Playland as a full day destination, the commercial celebrates youth and joy and stars local children.
Webpage, playlandpark.org The new revamped webpage is easy to navigate and dynamic to look at.The sliders are modern and will change throughout the season.
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF ANNUAL PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING, ELECTION OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS AND VOTE ON BUDGET OF HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, HARRISON, NEW YORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing on the Budget of the qualified voters of the Harrison Central School District, Harrison, New York, will be held at the Louis M. Klein Middle School on May 8, 2019 at 7:15 P.M. for the purpose of presenting the Budget for the 2019-2020 school year. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the money which will be required for the ensuing school year for school purposes may be obtained by any taxpayer in the District during the fourteen days immediately preceding the Annual School District Meeting, May 21, 2019, except Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, at each of the following schoolhouses in which school is maintained during the hours designated, at any public or free association library in the District, and on the District website. Harrison High School - 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Louis M. Klein Middle School - 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Elementary Schools - 9:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.: Harrison Avenue School, Parsons Memorial School, Purchase School & Samuel J. Preston School Office of the District Clerk - 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Real Property Tax Exemption Report prepared in accordance with Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law will be annexed to any tentative/preliminary budget as well as the final adopted budget of which it will form a part, and shall be posted on District bulletin board(s) maintained for public notices, as well as on the District’s website. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual School District Meeting of the inhabitants of the Harrison Central School District, Harrison, NY, qualified to vote at School District Meetings and/or Elections of said District will be held at the places hereafter set forth on May 21, 2019 between the hours of 7:00 A.M and 9:00 P.M., prevailing time, for the purpose of voting on voting machines for the appropriation of necessary funds to meet the necessary expenditures for the school year 2019-2020, on all propositions duly filed with the Board of Education, and to fill two (2) vacancies on the Board of Education. The qualified voters will fill the following vacancies: The office of Rachel Estroff, a member of the Board of Education, which term expires on June 30, 2019, for a new term commencing July 1, 2019 and expiring on June 30, 2022. The office of Placido Dino Puccio, a member of the Board of Education, which term expires on June 30, 2019, for a new term commencing July 1, 2019 and expiring on June 30, 2022. Each vacancy shall be considered a separate and specific office and a separate petition is required to nominate a candidate for each office. The petition shall be directed to the District Clerk, shall be signed by at least 28 qualified voters of the District, shall state the residence address of each signer, the name and residence address of the candidate, and shall describe the specific vacancy on the Board of Education for which the candidate is nominated which description shall include at least the length of the term of office and the name of the last incumbent, if any. Forms complying with these requirements may be obtained from the Office of the District Clerk, 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 3:30 P.M., prevailing time, Monday through Friday. Petitions are due not later than on April 22, 2019 at 5:00 P.M. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for Absentee Ballots may be obtained at the Office of the District Clerk, 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY. Written requests for absentee ballots must be made at least 7 days and not more than 30 days prior to the Annual School District Meeting, May 21, 2019. If the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than 3:45 P.M. (Prevailing Time) on May 14, 2019. If the Ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than 3:45 P.M. (Prevailing Time) on May 20, 2019. No absentee ballot shall be counted unless it shall have been received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 P.M. on May 21, 2019. A list of all persons to whom Absentee Ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District at the Office of the District Clerk, on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays, between the hours of 8:30 A.M. (Prevailing Time) and 3:30 P.M. (Prevailing Time). Any qualified voter may file a written challenge of the qualification of a voter whose name appears on such list, stating the reasons for the challenge. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that for the purposes of voting, the School District has been divided into four (4) election districts and that an accurate description of the boundaries of these school election districts is on file and may be inspected at the Office of the District Clerk on weekdays when school is in session, during regular work hours, 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., at the Administrative Offices, 50 Union Avenue, Harrison, NY. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the May 21, 2019 School District Election and Budget Vote will be held at the following polling places in the School Election Districts hereinafter set forth: Election District A: At the Harrison Avenue School in Harrison, New York. Said Election District A comprises a portion of the area formerly constituting the area of Union Free School District No. 6 of the Town of Harrison, Westchester County, New York, which encompasses the area designated as the boundary line for attendance at Harrison Avenue School. Election District B - at the Samuel J. Preston School in West Harrison, New York. Said Election District B comprises the area formerly constituting the area of Union Free School District No. 7 of the Town of Harrison, Westchester County, New York, which encompasses the area designated as the boundary line for attendance at Samuel J. Preston School. Election District C - at the Purchase Elementary School on Purchase Street, in Purchase, New York. Said Election District C comprises the area formerly constituting the areas of Union Free School District No. 2 of the Town of Harrison and Rye, Westchester County, New York, and Common School District No. 5 of the Towns of Harrison and North Castle, Westchester County, New York, which encompasses the area designated as the boundary line for attendance at Purchase Elementary School. Election District D - at the Parsons Memorial School in Harrison, New York. Said Election District D comprises a portion of the area formerly constituting the area of Union Free School District No. 6 of the Town of Harrison, Westchester County, New York, which encompasses the area designated as the boundary line for attendance at the Parsons Memorial School. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Education Law, Section 2035, Subdivision 2, the Board of Education has adopted a rule with respect to the submission of questions or propositions to be voted upon by voting machines at school district meetings or elections requiring any valid petition or request from qualified voters for the submission of questions or propositions to be voted upon at any such meeting or election, and reserving to the Board of Education the right to edit such questions or propositions without changing the substance thereof for the purpose of preparing ballots for voting machines. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that although voting machines will be used to record the votes on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, there will be no registration of voters in advance of said meeting. Accordingly, all persons shall be entitled to vote as aforesaid who present themselves at the polls, who are not challenged while in the polling place, and who execute a statement, to be provided by the Board of Education, indicating that they possess the following qualifications: 1. A citizen of the United States; 2. Eighteen years of age; and 3. A resident of the district for a period of 30 days next preceding May 21, 2019. Pursuant to Education Law Section 2018-c, all new persons offering to vote at any school district meeting or election for which registration is not required, shall provide one form of proof of residency. Acceptable proof of residency shall be a driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. By order of the Board of Education, Harrison Central School District. Dated: April 5, 2019 / Harrison, New York / Barbara Teevan, District Clerk
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Empire City is the place for summer fun That destination for any summer staycation is Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts, Manhattan’s closest casino. Empire City Casino is less than two miles from the New York City border and just a quick
drive from Northern New Jersey, Southern Connecticut, or Long Island.Among the summer fun, food and festivities visitors can enjoy on their quick getaway to the Empire City Casino, whether by rail or car, include:
More than 5,200 of the hottest slots, electronic poker, blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat, and sic bo. The Race to MGM Vegas promotion throughout May and June provides a chance to win more than $550,000 in give-
That destination for any summer staycation is Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts, Manhattan’s closest casino.
aways, including – • One 2019 Cadillac Escalade; • One 2019 Infiniti QX50; • One of eight all expenses paid trips (includes roundtrip airfare, up to four nights’ accommodation and a generous food/casino credit) to MGM Resorts’ Las Vegas properties including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Park MGM and The Mirage;
• Hundreds of thousands of dollars in free play and much more. • On Sunday, May 26, Conjunto Imagen, the tristate’s premier salsa band, will perform, celebrating their 30th anniversary, as well as nearly a decade of performing at Empire City Casino. • Enjoy a brand new cocktail
menu and refreshed food options at The Pub, Empire City Casino’s upscale sports bar. Drawing inspiration from its sister location in Las Vegas, The Pub blends bar favorites with local culinary influences from the tristate region. Cocktail selections include everything from classic Bloody Marys and Bellinis to refreshing libations like The Fizz, made with Hendrick’s Gin, fresh lime, cucumber and mint; and the French Tart, a smooth concoction of Grey Goose Vodka, grapefruit juice, fresh lime, and St. Germain. The Pub also offers seasonal, local craft beers in addition to an extensive beer menu. • Try for a turkey at Empire City’s bowling alley, Alley 810, and dance the night away as New Jersey’s favorite female DJ, DJ Chelli, and popular casino DJ, DJ Isiah, take over the craft cocktail lounge Memorial Day Weekend. Summer fun doesn’t stop after Memorial Day. Throughout the summer, enjoy a night at the races at Empire City Casino’s historic Yonkers Raceway. And, if you’re up for some summer laughs, Empire City Casino hosts Comedy Night twice a month with wellknown comedians who are no stranger to the late-night television circuit and popular comedy clubs across the country. (Submitted)
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To prevent mosquitoes from multiplying, the Westchester County Health Department will give away another 200 pounds of fathead minnows this Friday and Saturday, to residents who have ponds or water features. The Health Department distributed 250 pounds of the tiny baitfish to 89 people earlier this month. Along with the minnows, the department will share mosquito dunks and other strategies to prevent the spread of mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile Virus. The minnows and mosquito dunks will be available at the Westchester County Airport, 2 Loop Road in West Harrison, as follows: • Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ornamental ponds that lack fish offer mosquitoes an ideal breeding spot. Fathead minnows eat mosquito larvae and pupae, which stops them from maturing into biting adults. Dunks also stop mosquito development in birdbaths, rain barrels and unused pools. Residents who plan to pick up minnows should bring a bucket or pail to hold the watertight plastic bag of minnows the county will provide. To keep them viable, residents should bring them straight home and release them immediately into ponds with at least eight inches of water. “Don’t be a mosquito’s next meal. If you have a pond, add
some fathead minnows,” Dr. Sherlita Amler, county commissioner of health. “You can also prevent mosquitoes from breeding in your yard by keeping your gutters clear and removing buckets, pails and toys that collect standing water. After it rains tip the water out of flower pot saucers, and check your yard for standing water.” Large areas of standing water on public property that cannot easily be removed should be reported to the Health Department at 813-5000. For more information, download the “Westchester Cares Bug Off” brochure on the West Nile Virus page at health.westchestergov.com. (Submitted)
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Cryin’ about Zion LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
This week, I watched a onceproud city crumble, as its residents’ cheers for a potential savior were transformed into screams of abject horror and despair. But I’m not talking about King’s Landing being reduced to ashes by a Mad Queen with a dragon, I’m talking about something much more troubling: the results of Tuesday’s NBA Draft Lottery. For months, fans of the New York Knicks—a franchise so beleaguered that even the Washington Generals feel pity for it—have been eagerly anticipating the Draft Lottery. It was the night, Knicks fans believed, that decades of futility would finally come to an end as the NBA-worst Knicks would secure the top overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, and with it, begin a rebuilding process around a generational talent like Duke forward Zion Williamson.
But on Tuesday night, we didn’t get the first pick and Zion Williamson. Heck, we didn’t even get the second pick. True to the way Knicks fandom has trended in the past 20-plus years, we got saddled with the No. 3 pick, and boy did people lose their minds. I watched on social media as countless Knick fans live-streamed their reactions to the news—as people are wont to do these days— and they certainly didn’t disappoint. Some threw their remote controls against their living room walls, some let out torrents of obscenities that would have made George Carlin blush, and some just stared, dumbfounded, at their televisions, unable to say a word. And as upset as I was that the one basketball team I root for had gotten hosed, I couldn’t help but feel some sort of satisfaction—albeit malicious—in watching my fellow fans suffer. I blame the incessant media coverage up the upcoming draft— and it’s “generational” player Williamson—in skewing Knick fans’
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expectations. I, for one, had been on the fence about whether the Duke star’s talents would translate to the professional game, but I was worn down by the narrative of the Knicks’ selecting him first overall, rounding out the roster with two max contract players like Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, and immediately skyrocketing to the top of the Eastern Conference. I—and others like me—essentially ignored my gut because of the unending hype machine of the NBA, ESPN and sports talk radio. I bought in to Zion 100 percent, and I’ve got nobody to blame for my disappointment on Tuesday night but myself. If anything, Tuesday night— and what I can only imagine is going to be another disastrous free agency period—reminded me not to get my hopes up too much when it comes to the Knicks. They’ve proven time and again what a bad idea that can be.
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On Tuesday night, Knicks fans hoping to draft Zion Williamson had those hopes dashed when the Knicks drew pick No. 3 in the NBA Draft Lottery. For the Knickerbockers, though, this disappointment is par for the course. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org
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THE REVIEW PLAYOFF PREVIEW
BOYS LACROSSE CLASS A
FIRST ROUND
Arlington
No. 8
New Rochelle At Arlington HS
No. 9 5/15/19
Arguably no team in Section I has a tougher road to a championship game than the Huguenots or the Admirals. The No. 8 and No. 9 seeds will square off on Wednesday afternoon, after press time, with the winner earning the dubious honor of taking on the top team in Class A—the Mamaroneck Tigers—on May 17. The Admirals may have the upper-hand in this matchup as they will have the most dynamic scorer on the field in senior attacker Nick Cesark, but New Rochelle’s Nick Galvin is an underrated game-changer in the midfield. CLASS A
QUARTERFINALS
Mamaroneck No. 1 TBD TBD At Mamaroneck HS
5/17/19
Taking on either Arlington or New Rochelle in the quarterfinals, few teams have ended the season as strongly as the Tigers. The Tigers dropped their first game of the season but have ripped off 15-straight wins since then, thanks to an impressive array of depth and talent. CLASS B
FIRST ROUND
Nyack Harrison
No. 8 No. 9
At Nyack HS
5/15/19
Harrison may have only won 4 games this season, but one of those wins—coming in the season-opener, was a 9-3 victory over their first round opponents from Nyack. In that game—in which the Huskies were shorthanded—Harrison weathered an early storm and dominated the final 3 quarters to pull off the victory. Connor Novak could be key to Harrison giving a repeat performance in the first round. CLASS C
QUARTERFINALS
Nanuet Eastchester At Nanuet HS
No. 3 No. 6 5/18/19
CLASS A
QUARTERFINALS
Arlington Mamaroneck At Arlington HS
5/16/19
It’s been an odd year for the Tigers, who lost their final 7 games to head into the postseason with a 7-9 record, but they have shown the ability to hang with anyone in Section I, including North Rockland, who beat Mamaroneck in overtime. If they can figure out how to come out on top in close games, they could be poised for a deep playoff push. CLASS C
FIRST ROUND
Sleepy Hollow Eastchester At Sleepy Hollow HS
Mamaroneck’s Morgan Banks scores a goal against Scarsdale during a regular season game. Mamaroneck will look to shake off a tough finish to the season with the playoffs approaching.
Eastchester may have the most explosive scorer on the field with Joe Michalski leading the way, but the key for the Eagles in their quarterfinal matchup will undoubtedly be controlling the time of possession. Nanuet has one of the best face-off artists in Section I in Matt Lowther, but if Eastchester can limit his effectiveness, they have a puncher’s chance. CLASS C
QUARTERFINALS
TBD TBD Rye No. 1 At Rye HS
5/18/19
The first-round winner of No. 8 Lourdes and No. 9 Pearl River will take on top-seeded Rye this weekend. The Garnets have the best defense in all of Class C, led by goalie Emmet Carrol, and their offense has started to find a rhythm in the second half of the season, making them a dangerous foe for anyone. CLASS D
FIRST ROUND
Pleasantville Rye Neck At Pleasantville HS
No. 4 No. 13 5/15/19
The Panthers have an unenviable first round draw, as they run into a Pleasantville team that has won 4 straight Section I titles. Pleasantville struggled a bit this season, but they remain one of the most experienced teams in the bracket.
CLASS D
QUARTERFINALS
Bronxville No. 1 TBD TBD At Bronxville HS
5/17/19
Top-seeded Bronxville(10-5) had a strong start to the season, but their youth has been apparent at times, something not helped by injuries to key players. Their first opponent will be either No. 9 Putnam Valley or No. 8 Keio. Bronxville should be aided by its tough regular season schedule which saw the young team play several non-Section I powerhouses.
GIRLS LACROSSE CLASS A
QUARTERFINALS
North Rockland No. 1 New Rochelle No. 8 At North Rockland HS
5/16/19
The Huguenots will have to contend with the top Class A team in their opening playoff game, as they travel to North Rockland to take on the Red Raiders. North Rockland went to the state semifinals last year and finished the regular season with a 13-2 record, making them the presumptive favorite to repeat as Class A champs.
No. 3 No. 6
No. 8 No. 9 5/15/19
Eastchester split the season series against Sleepy Hollow, with both teams earning wins at home this year. Unfortunately for the Eagles, Wednesday’s game will be played on the road, where they fell to the Horsemen 13-9. The Eagles dropped 5 of their last 7 games while Sleepy finished strong, winning 4 of 6 to close out the regular season. CLASS C
QUARTERFINALS
Eastchester’s Joe Michalski looks to shoot against Tappan Zee.
Rye No. 2 TBD TBD At Rye HS
5/17/19
The Garnets’ quarterfinal opponent will either be No. 7 Byram Hills or No. 3 Nyack but Rye should be in good shape no matter who they draw. With Amelia Cunningham in goal, the Garnets have one of the best netminders in Section I, and are accustomed to making deep postseason runs. CLASS D
QUARTERFINALS
Bronxville Irvington At Bronxville HS
No. 1 No. 9 5/16/19
Irvington beat Edgemont 1412 on May 14 to advance to a quarterfinal matchup with Bronxville, which is the prohibitive favorite to win a Class D crown this year. Anneka Pulinnen, Fiona Jones and Isabel Sondey might be the best trio of stars in all of Section I, and the Broncos have more than enough depth behind them to be considered a powerhouse. -Reporting by Mike Smith
Hayden Reno collects the ball at midfield for Rye. Photos/Mike Smith