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Mayor to take 3 trustees to court over referendum By JAMES PERO Staff Writer Amidst boiling tensions over a referendum that would alter the mayor’s powers, Norman Rosenblum, the village of Mamaroneck’s Republican mayor, will sue the three Democrats on the Board of Trustees over alleged breaches in the Open Meetings Law. According to an order for declaratory judgment which was sent to a New York state Supreme Court judge on Oct. 17, Rosenblum will seek to nullify a decision by the Democratic majority of Leon Potok, David Finch and Ilissa Miller on the village board to authorize a ballot referendum that—if passed by public vote on Election Day—would alter the mayor’s ability to appoint a village attorney as well as certain Mamaroneck celebrates Elizabeth Brissette’s second-half goal against Scarsdale. land use board members. The Tigers topped the Raiders on Oct. 17 as time expired to win a league title and secure a “I will not bow down,” Rosentop seed in the upcoming Class A sectionals. For more, see page 23. Photo/Mike Smith blum said. “This is a continued attack on the office of mayor.” In the mayor’s lawsuit— which would upend an upcoming public vote on his powers front of residents from across ence—he has spent nearly 30 of appointment—he claims that By JAMES PERO the county, incumbent state years in elected office—Killian, the village board meeting held Staff Writer Sen. George Latimer, a Rye a first-time Senate candidate, on Sept. 6, which authorized two Two candidates for New York Democrat, squared off against looked to pivot her newcomer public referendums on the Nov. state Senate in Westchester’s challenger Julie Killian, a Re- status as a harbinger of Albany 8 ballot, failed to be properly no37th District continue to court publican councilwoman from reform; a major theme in her ticed and broke New York state undecided voters in a series of Rye. campaign so far. Open Meetings Law. scheduled debates leading up to While Latimer, now a two“I decided to run for state The state law stipulates that Election Day. term senator, looked to cham- Senate the day [Sheldon] Silver agenda items during Board of At the Harrison Public Lipion his blue collar Westchester Trustees meetings must be propDEBATE continued on page 15 erly noticed—both in local mebrary on Monday, Oct. 17, in roots and breadth of experi-

HERE COME THE CHAMPS

Latimer, Killian debate centers on Albany reform

dia as well as municipal websites—beforehand. Specifically, the law is meant to provide community members ample notice beforehand and insight into important legislative decisions. Board Democrats, however, have characterized Rosenblum’s suit against them as an attempt to retain his own power. “Rather than demonizing the Democratic trustees, the mayor should focus on the substance of the issue,” said Potok. “His lawsuit is without merit and would deny residents the opportunity to vote their views.” The debate over what the mayor’s powers of appointments should be was spurred in August when village board Democrats introduced a proposed public law that would become the precursor to the referendum. Democrats argue that the mayor has enjoyed unilateral powers of appointment by abusing what is known as the “holdover” rule. According to this village rule, the mayor is able to appoint members to land use boards— the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals—if there is a sudden vacancy, like a resignation or when someone is removed from their position. Once that interim appointee serves out the rest of the previous member’s term, the vote must go to the Board of Trustees MAYOR continued on page 17

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Commission extends Seaside Johnnies agreement

The Rye Town Park Commission voted to hire a restaurant consultant and reopen a new request for proposals on Oct. 18. In the meantime, the commission is currently negotiating a one-year license extension with Seaside Johnnies for 2017. File photo

By FRANCO FINO Staff Writer After months of uncertainty about selecting an operator to oversee and manage Rye Town Park’s restaurant, snack and concession stands, the park’s commission elected to extend its current license agreement with Seaside Johnnies for a one-year term just two months before the property would otherwise become vacant. But it remains unclear if the owners are agreeable to the short-term deal. During the latest Rye Town Park Commission meeting on Oct. 18, commission members also voted in favor of hiring a restaurant consultant and republishing a new request for proposals, RFP, to operate the park’s restaurant, following mounting concern from residents who were displeased with the time period of the first RFP, which was released last summer, and felt that they were not thoroughly involved in the selection process. “I am happy that both resolutions passed,” said Rye City Councilwoman Julie Killian, a Republican and member of the park commission. “I think extending the license agreement for one year and having a restaurant consultant gives us the most flexibility. The consultant will write the best possible request for proposals and help us reach as wide of an audience as possible.” According to Mack Cunningham, a current member of the Rye Golf Club Commission, a restaurant consultant will expedite the process of selecting an operator for the park’s dining outlet. “When you’re looking to get into a deal with an operator for 10 years, you want to get it right,” he said.

“The process could take longer than the commission is willing to accept, but what a consultant will bring is value as far as identifying restaurateurs interested in the property.” Cunningham said the golf commission successfully hired a restaurant consultant to solicit restaurateurs to operate the club’s restaurant in 2013. According to Cunningham, the consultant helped the golf club drum up six favorable proposals to operate the Whitby Castle restaurant. Despite the park commission’s approval to extend its current license with Seaside Johnnies for one year, Killian told the Review that it is still uncertain if an extension will be reached with John Ambrose and Sam Chernin, the owners of Seaside Johnnies. “I don’t know if we’ll reach an agreement to extend the license at this point, but I’m confident we will work out what’s best for residents of the city of Rye and for the park,” she said. The current license agreement with Seaside Johnnies, which overlooks Oakland Beach and the Long Island Sound, expires at the end of 2016. Ambrose first opened the Rye Town Park restaurant, which is open seasonally from April to September, in 2000. Following an RFP that was sent out in late June, the owners of Seaside Johnnies proposed to expand on its current restaurant theme, while adding a tropical twist. Ambrose proposed to refurnish the beachfront snack bar and main restaurant. The proposal also included updates to equipment. In total, construction was estimated to cost $1 million. “I think the most important

takeaway this time was that everybody was in agreement that we should reopen the request for proposals,” said Rye Town Supervisor Gary Zuckerman, a Democrat and president of the commission. “Whether we will attract more bidders remains to be seen.” According to Zuckerman, Angelo Liberatore, an operating partner of the Fort Pond Bay Company—which operates Half Moon and Harvest on Hudson in Westchester County, and East by Northeast and the Stone Lion Inn in Montauk—previously expressed interest in resubmitting his restaurant proposal had a new one been issued. In August, Liberatore proposed to operate a full-service, seafood-focused concept restaurant called the Mission Fishery, serving Spanish-influenced American cuisine. The estimated total cost of the project was $724,350. Liberatore withdrew his proposal on Aug. 15, and hasn’t had any contact with the park commission since, according to Zuckerman. Zuckerman also told the Review that the park commission will once again seek a 10-year license agreement to begin operating the restaurant in 2018. The Rye Town Park Commission—which consists of representatives from the city and the town of Rye, and the villages of Port Chester, Rye Brook and the Rye Neck section of the village of Mamaroneck—is responsible for setting policy at the park and governing its operations. Liberatore and Ambrose could not be reached for comment, as of press time. CONTACT: franco@hometwn.com

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What’s going on... Mamaroneck Public Library

All ages story and craft hour On Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon in the Children’s Room. No registration required. There will be stories will appeal to all ages of kids and their caregivers, and a craft simple enough for the little kids and creative enough for the big kids.

Visit mamaronecklibrary.org for more information on library hours and programs.

Off the Hook! Coat Drive Through Friday, Nov. 4. Help keep our neighbors warm this winter by donating new and gently used coats of all sizes, as well as children’s boots, hats and mittens. Donations will benefit Hope Community Services, Mamaroneck Child Development Center, the New Rochelle Boys and Girls Club, and the New Rochelle CAP. Please bring your donations to the drop box inside the front lobby of the Mamaroneck Public Library, located at 136 Prospect Ave. in Mamaroneck.

Downsizing and Updating: Demystifying the Trend On Saturday, Oct. 22 from 11 a.m. to noon in the Community Room. If you’re considering selling your home and finding a more carefree, liberating life, then you should attend this free seminar. It’s been designed precisely for you. The library has brought together a panel of industry experts who will provide valuable advice and helpful tips. Refreshments will be served. No registration is required.

Bilingual Storytime/Hora del cuenta bilingüe On Mondays at 10:30 a.m., excluding Nov. 14. A drop-in Spanish/English storytime for children ages 6 months to 7 years old with siblings and caregivers. Los lunes a las diez y media de la mañana, excluyendo el 14 de noviembre. Una hora del cuento en español y inglés para niños de los 6 meses a 7 años con hermanos y cuidadores/as.

Free SAT/ACT math prep and homework help On Mondays from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for middle and high school-aged teens. Former high school math teacher Lynne Prior will be on hand to answer any questions in the Mamaroneck Teen Library on the lower level. The schedule follows that of the Mamaroneck school district, so if there is no school, there is no tutor.

Bringing up Healthy Children in the 21st Century On Monday, Oct. 24 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Parents will learn the research related to otitis media (ear infections), colds,

sore throats, asthma, colic and other childhood illnesses, and the studies that show the ineffectiveness of medicine and pharmaceutical treatment. Participants will discuss the growing evidence that antibiotic overuse and the inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics actually damages a child’s health. Presented by Optimal Health Chiropractic.

Larchmont Public Library Visit larchmontlibrary.org for more information on library hours and programs.

The Places We Come From: The Stories We Tell On Tuesdays, Oct. 25, and Nov. 1, 15, 22 and 29 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Online registration is required. A reception will be held on Dec. 6. “The Places We Come From: The Stories We Tell” will be a reading, discussion and writing seminar that raises questions about how the worlds that we come from—place and time, history and memory, family and culture—shape our own identities and the stories we tell about ourselves and others. The seminar promises to engage the participants in reading as a writer. To read as a writer is to “experiment with the dangers and difficulties of words.” Participants will keep a writer’s notebook for their own experiments with reading and writing a variety of texts. The scholar/facilitator will be Judith Pearl Summerfield, professor emerita of English at Queens College, The City University of New York. Summerfield, a longtime Larchmont resident, is a scholar/teacher of literature, composition, rhetoric and narrative studies. Her new book, “A Man Comes from Someplace: Stories, History, Memory from a Lost Time,” will serve as the springboard for the seminar. This program is made possible by a grant from the New York Council for the Humanities.

Meet a Real Ghost Hunter On Thursday, Oct. 27 from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. in the Village Center. For ages 12 and up. No registration required. Are you intrigued by the paranormal? Want to hear recordings of ghosts captured at haunted houses in and around Westchester County? Join paranormal investigator Barry Pirro who will share chilling stories from recent investigations, play recordings of real ghosts, and share ghost hunting tips. Questions will be answered and audience members will be invited to share their true ghost stories.

DIY Kids: Popsicle Stick Flashlights On Friday, Oct. 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. For grades 3-5. Online registration required. Whether you use it to tell scary stories in the dark or to light you way as you trick or treat, join in for some science fun and make your own working flashlight.

At Home on the Sound Which Financial Papers to Keep On Tuesday, Oct. 25. This program is free and open to the community at Russell Hall, Larchmont Avenue Church, 60 Forest Park Ave. in Larchmont. Refreshments will be served at 3:30 p.m.; the lecture begins at 4 p.m. Marci Lobel-Esrig, a practicing attorney for more than 20 years, will provide guidelines on reducing

years of accumulated financial papers on. She will cover the gamut from bank statements, 401Ks, insurance, and credit card invoices, right down to ATM receipts, and will indicate what is important to keep and what can be eliminated. After seeing the challenges faced by an elderly aunt who still lived in her own home, she founded a company in 2015, called SilverBills, that will even pay clients’ invoices, scrutinizing them for errors and fraud.

Village of Larchmont news Down to Earth Farmers Market On Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Dec. 17. The farmers market is located at the Metro-North parking deck off Chatsworth Ave. Peruse produce, meat, seafood, baked goods, specialty foods and much more through the fall and support local farmers and businesses.

The Woman’s Club of Mamaroneck Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Dance A “Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day” Dance will be held on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Woman’s Club of Mamaroneck, located at 504 Cortlandt Ave. in Mamaroneck, with music by Sharon and Billy. Come for an evening of music and dancing and enjoy a little Irish Colleen doing her Irish step dancing. Light refreshments and beverages will be provided, and there will be spot prizes and a raffle. $10 admission. Space is limited, so make your reservation early by calling 917-478-4146, 837-7065 or 462-8165.

Village of Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce Spooktacular 2016 The 2016 Spooktacular is just around the corner. Ghosts and goblins will be in the village of Mamaroneck on Sunday, Oct. 23. Every year, the Spooktacular gets bigger and better, so bring your kids to the village of Mamaroneck business district to take part in the all of the festivities. The day will begin with a Mamaroneck tradition, Halloween window decorating. Register at Robert’s, located at 342 Mamaroneck Ave., at 10:30 a.m. Please bring your own paints, crayons, etc. After decorating the windows, at noon, the costume parade for kids and pets will assemble at Halstead and Mamaroneck avenues. Participants will parade down to Harbor Island Park, to the Kid’s Korner, where arts and crafts, pumpkins, cupcake decorating and much more will begin at 1 p.m. The much-anticipated Haunted House will be in the Harbor Island pavilion from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., where you will be haunted by the ghosts, terrified by the goblins and you might even recognize a corpse or two. For more information, to volunteer (community service hours will be awarded), or make a donation for the 2016 Spooktacular, please call the Chamber of Commerce office at 698-4400 or email chamber10543@optonline.net. 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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Letters to the Editor

Regarding the Oct. 14 article on parking meters

More debate on parking meters needed

To the Editor, As I stated in my Letter to the Editor of Oct. 7, I am in favor of single-space meters if taxpayers are willing to pay the additional cost of more than $300,000 per year compared to multi-space meters, and I insist that residents be fully informed of the trade-offs. Here are the facts: • This $300,000-plus cost differential was determined by a village staff analysis that will be finalized shortly. • The analysis was shared with the Parking Advisory Committee and the Board of Trustees before the Oct. 14 article was reported and written. • As was clear from her comments at the Oct. 13 Board of Trustees meeting, Maria DeRose, chairwoman of the parking committee, had not reviewed or understood the staff analysis when she shared her views for the Oct. 14 article. I hope the Review will follow up with DeRose and address whether she believes that the single-space meters should be installed regardless of the cost to taxpayers. In fact, I am concerned about parking convenience on Mamaroneck Avenue for those who have trouble with new technology or lack smartphones that enable drivers to use the multi-space meter parking app. In particular, seniors have voiced such concerns. If village taxpayers want to save $2 million over the next seven years, there are simple workarounds that would address these concerns. For example, business owners could offer to use the parking app and enter a customer's space number and receive payment directly from their customer in cash or by credit card. The Chamber of Commerce could work with the village to develop a program with business owners to offer such a service to their customers. Let me say it again: If, after a full consideration of the cost trade-offs, village taxpayers want to install new single-space meters, I will gladly vote in favor of the single-space meters. Let's be open and truthful about the trade-offs among the alternatives and let the residents decide.

To the Editor, Like anyone, I appreciate convenience and familiarity. So putting a coin in a meter right in front of my car, as I’m used to doing, would be my preference. However, when I’m balancing that with the saving of $2 million for our village through the use of multi-space meters, I must pause. What could that $2 million provide? How much does that familiar meter really mean to me? I look forward to a more balanced and rational debating of the parking issues.

Leon Potok, Trustee, village of Mamaroneck

Elizabeth Baird Saenger, Mamaroneck

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Dennis Cucinella NAME: Dennis Cucinella STATUS: Challenger AGE: 70 POLITICAL AFFILIATION: Nonaffiliated; running as a Republican OCCUPATION: Retired, part-time building inspector YEARS IN VILLAGE: 70 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Elks Club, Gowanus, Board of Architectural Review, American Legion, Mamaroneck Historical Society WHAT’S THE ONE THING THE AVERAGE VOTER DOESN’T KNOW ABOUT YOU? Having lived in Mamaroneck my whole life, there’s not much anyone doesn’t know. I’m an open book.

Q. What is the overall platform that you plan to run on? A. Three items: Environmental sustainability, sensible development and community outreach. We’re looking to make sure we protect local environment, keep our waterfronts the way they are, and make sure not to overdevelop them. Environmental sustainability involves energy use and how we can improve on that. For sensible development, we are a village and not a city. We want to maintain the character of the village, making sure we don’t have industrial plants. We believe the Q. Why did you decide to run for elected office? A. I had run for office in 2012 and wound up losing to Leon Potok, Andreas Bermudez Hallstrom and Ilissa Miller. I really was just happy to be back on the Board of Architectural review, and [Mayor] Norman [Rosenblum] asked me if I wanted to run again and I told him I wasn’t too keen on it having lost last time. But he said we would really like you to run and I said ‘Norman, I will do what you ask.’ I love [Rosenblum], we went to school together—he was the star forward on the soccer team when I was the water boy. At first I was a little reluctant, but then I decided I would love to serve my village and help [Rosenblum] because right now he’s just being battered from all fronts. Q. What is the overall platform that you plan to run on? A. Parking is one of the main issues, unfortunately, in the village today because of the lack of foresight or lack of thinking on the Democrats’ part. They did have a committee that studied these things and the committee

community should have much more of a say in what we want to achieve in the village. We don’t want things to go on behind closed doors. Q. What differentiates you from your Republican challengers? A. We are actually struggling to find out what our challengers stand for because we haven’t heard about any platform. As Republicans, they must be in favor of the Trump-Norman Rosenblum approach to life. We know that they are in agreement with what Rosenblum has to say. In terms of a platform, I think they are looking to win an election rather than solving problems. Our difference is that we are sensible leaders that can use our skills and experience in this type of business. We also are much more into transparency of government. Q. Village Democrats have often decried a mayor who has, in their opinion, overstepped his boundaries. Do you feel Democrats’ power has been usurped by Republican Mayor Norman Rosenblum? came back with recommendations, and Potok in his infinite wisdom decided to disregard it completely and went ahead with the multi-space meters even though just about everyone I’ve spoken to dislikes the multispace meters. The restaurants are having a tough time too because they’ve extended the hours of enforcement from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Now if you go out to a restaurant, you have to worry about running out and feeding the meter. Parking should not be an issue in the village of Mamaroneck because we have plenty of other issues like flooding. Q. What differentiates you from your Democratic challengers? A. My knowledge of infrastructure, having worked for the Westchester Joint Water Works, and the village of Scarsdale, being directly involved in flooding issues and maintaining the village’s water courses and the village code—I worked as a code enforcement officer. I think that gives me a better insight into what goes on in the village. As long as I’ve been involved, I’ve

A. I think the facts are there that the mayor has changed the law to allow for greater decision making on his own. This is not just taking away from Democrats; he’s also taking away from members of the board and ultimately taking away from residents of Mamaroneck. We want to bring back the situation that we had before Mayor Rosenblum changed the law, which is to give members of the [village] board the right to make decisions on land use boards. We believe strongly that it’s far more democratic to have five people selected by voters of Mamaroneck to make decisions on nominations for land use boards. Q. Village politics have shown a tendency to become divisive over the past several years. Do you consider this division a problem? And, if so, how would you plan to address it? A. I think it’s unfortunate that party politics has played a greater WAITT continued on page 16

never taken any partisan steps; I was chairman of the village Republican Committee for a short while back in the ‘90s but only to advance what I thought would be the betterment of the village of Mamaroneck. Q. The village board hasn’t had a Republican majority since 2009. Why do you think the party has struggled to regain a board majority and how do you plan to address those failures? A. One of the main reasons I think the Republicans have not had a majority is because a lot of times during a presidential election, many, many, people come out to vote that wouldn’t come out to vote. And a lot of people that move to the village from Manhattan are not familiar with the village or the goings-on and the people, and they happen to vote Democrat and continue to vote Democrat without knowing what’s happening. Q. Current Mayor Norman Rosenblum, a Republican, has been criticized for being pro-development. Do you feel that such CUCINELLA continued on page 16

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Lifestyles of Westchester County/OCTOBER 2016 VOL. 5 NO.8

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Health for Winter Lawrence Hospital’s fall prevention program Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa opens in Mamaroneck Breathe Movement Studio offers a unique approach to exercise Simple ways to stay fit all year long

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Lawrence Hospital’s fall prevention program As the weather turns colder and fallen leaves give way to wintry conditions, the chance of slips and falls become greater. As we age, physical changes and health conditions that require medications can also make us more susceptible to falling. At NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville, we have a Falls Prevention Program to help older adults improve balance and identify strategies for staying safe. The program is overseen by the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and led by licensed physical therapists. Participants learn about potential hazards in the home such as throw rugs, extension cords, wet floors, and other environmental fall risks. Therapists review what to do if you fall, including instructing participants on the easiest ways to get up from the floor. Individuals are also evaluated

for their own fall risk. One tool used is an electronic balance system. By utilizing specific information including height and age, the device can determine an individual’s score and a plan of treatment can begin. Training and therapy programs are individually tailored and the length of the program may vary. Some therapies include lower extremity strengthening, core stability, gait training, and practicing going up and down stairs. When appropriate, physical therapists will take participants outside to test their ability to walk on uneven sidewalks, grass, and around curves. While falls may be the leading cause of injury in seniors, they shouldn’t keep you from enjoying life to the fullest. Here are some strategies for reducing your risk for falling. 1. See your doctor Make an appointment with

your doctor and discuss any previous falls and the medications you are taking to determine if there are any side effects or drug interactions that can increase your chance of falling. 2. Get fit and keep moving Staying active has many benefits including reducing your risk for falls. Talk to your doctor and confirm if you can participate in physical activities like walking, swimming, yoga or tai-chi. 3. Beware of Rover According to the Falls Prevention Coalition, about 86,000 fall injuries are caused by dogs and cats each year. To create a safe environment for you and your pets, remove all pet toys, water and food bowls from walkways and paths. Wipe up spills immediately. 4. Wear sensible shoes Steer clear of high heels,

floppy slippers, and shoes with slick soles that can make you slip, stumble, and fall. Try not

to walk in your stocking feet. To learn more about the NYP/Lawrence Falls Preven-

tion Program, please call 7873370 or visit nyp.org/lawrence. (Submitted)

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‘Healthy foods’ that may cause weight gain

A desire to lose weight compels many people to pursue healthy lifestyles. Foods dubbed as “healthy” foods may not help people lose as much weight as they hope. Consumers should realize that, while there are many healthy options available, even foods billed as healthy can cause weight gain if overdone. Cereals: Many cereals contain whole grains and a bevy of nutritious ingredients, but many are also high in sugar and other refined grains that aren’t nutritionally sound. Always read food labels to review ingredients before purchasing new foods. Don’t go by what the front of the package says or any “healthy” buzzwords used. The nutritional information will be telling, listing the amount of sugar, calories and refined carbohydrates, which can derail healthy eating. Juices: Juice seems like a healthy choice, but whole fruits are the better option. Juices may not retain the peels of the fruits, which tend to contain the fiber and the bulk of the nutritional content. Juice may also be loaded in calories, whereas whole fruit tends to be low in calories. Granola: Granola is full of

healthy ingredients, but it also may contain other ingredients that can be high in fat, like oils or nuts. Granola is best when eaten in moderation. Good fats: Certain superfoods contain a lot of nutritional benefits, but may be high in fats as well. For example, avocados contain fiber, vitamin C, vitamin E, and potassium, among other antioxidants, and can be quite filling. However, they also are calorically dense, so keep an eye on serving sizes. Wine: The health benefits of red wine have been widely touted. People who consume wine may be at a reduced risk for heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease and certain cancers. Red wine also may help keep weight gain in check. But it’s important to avoid overconsumption of red wine. A five-ounce serving is roughly 130 calories, and too many glasses of wine can impair your judgment. Yogurt: Check the labels on your favorite yogurts. Yogurt is a great source of protein, but that may be offset by sugar or chemical additives. Plain Greek yogurt is a smart choice, and you can supplement yogurt with fresh fruits.

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Simple ways to stay fit all year long Many people find it easier to maintain their beach bodies during summer than they do throughout the rest of the year. Summer weather encourages people to get off the couch and enjoy the great outdoors, and many people prefer to eat lighter meals during the summer to combat the heat and humidity. But once the dog days of summer give way to autumn, the motivation to stay in beach shape tends to wane. Couple that dwindling motivation with the tendency to eat larger, heartier meals as the weather gets colder, and it’s easy to see why so many people gain weight over the last several months of the year and into the new year. But maintaining a healthy weight year-round promotes long-term health and reduces a person’s risk for various ailments and diseases, including heart disease and

Joining an exercise group is one way men and women can stay motivated and maintain healthy weights year-round.

diabetes. The following are a handful of strategies men and women can employ as they try to turn their beach bodies into the bodies they see in the mirror all year long. Keep setting goals. As winter heads toward spring, many people set short-term goals to motivate them to get back into beach shape. That’s a highly effective strategy that

need not be exclusive to late winter. Setting short-term fitness and dietary goals throughout the year can keep you from falling back into bad habits. Tie your goals into the season to increase your chances for success. For example, resolve to run outdoors or cycle a certain number of miles each week in autumn, when the weather is still conducive to physical ac-

tivity and the scenery is idyllic. When winter arrives and exercising outdoors is no longer viable, commit to attending a few fitness classes per week at your gym. Switch up your workout routine every few weeks. Boredom also can affect people’s ability to maintain healthy weights year-round. Adhering to the same exercise routine for months on end can grow tedious. The body can even grow accustomed to the same workout routine, meaning you won’t be getting as much out of your exercise sessions as you might if you switch things up. If you find your daily workouts taking a turn toward the mundane, switch up your routine by changing exercises or signing up for classes that interest you.

Find healthy seasonal foods. Many people prefer to buy locally sourced and/or inseason foods, recognizing the positive impact that such dietary habits can have on the environment. That commitment to buying healthy, locally grown foods can be tested as the seasons change and the offerings at your local market change along with them. Educate yourself about which foods are in-season in your area throughout the year, opting for the most nutritious foods you can find. Buying in-season foods saves you money, and you will also feel good about staying on a nutritious, eco-friendly track. Join an exercise group or sports league. The buddy system is an effective way to stay committed to a fitness

regimen, but if you cannot find a friend or family member to brave cold winter treks to the gym with you, then consider joining an exercise group or competitive sports league. As summer turns to autumn, join a road runner’s club to motivate you to run. When harsh weather makes running outdoors too difficult, sign up for a winter sports league. Such groups or leagues get you off the couch and provide great opportunities to meet like-minded men and women who have made their own commitments to staying fit. Staying fit all year long is a challenge for many people. But maintaining that beach body even after summer has come and gone need not be so difficult.

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Coffee and colon health Coffee compels many people to rise out of bed every morning. While individuals have many reasons to drink caffeinated beverages, the most notable is often the pep such beverages provide. But coffee, tea and other caffeinated beverages actually may provide additional benefits, including helping to fend off disease, including colorectal cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that, in the United States, more than 95,000 new cases of colon cancer and 39,000 new cases of rectal cancer will be diagnosed in 2016. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in men and women. However, coffee may help reduce instances of colon cancer. A study titled “Coffee Consumption and the Risk of Colorectal Cancer,” which was published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, found that regular coffee consumption inversely correlates to colorectal cancer risk. Coffee has been identified as a protective agent against colorectal cancer, as several of its components affect the physiology of the colon and can make cancerous cells less likely to take root there. The Journal of the National Cancer Institute also substantiates these claims. Frequent coffee consumption has been associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer in a number of case-control studies — for both men and women. Drinking coffee may not only help keep cancer at bay, it may

boost the survival rate from colon cancer, too. Information from a study published in The Journal of Clinical Oncology stated that colon cancer patients who are heavy coffee drinkers have a far lower risk of dying or having their cancer return than those who do not drink coffee. Significant benefits start at two to three cups per day. People who consumed four cups of caffeinated coffee or more a day had half the rate of recurrence or death than non-coffee drinkers. Other data indicates caffeine

alone may not be behind the reduced cancer risks and rates — it may be the coffee itself. Researchers at the University of Southern California Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center of Keck Medicine found that decreased colorectal risk was seen across all types of coffee, both caffeinated and decaffeinated. According to Dr. Stephen Gruber, the author of the study, coffee contains many elements that contribute to overall colorectal health, which may explain coffee’s preventive properties. Caffeine and polyphenol can act as antioxidants, limiting the growth of potential colon cancer cells. Melanoidins generated during the roasting process have been thought to encourage colon mobility, and diterpenes may prevent cancer by enhancing the body’s defense against oxidative damage. Although data continues to suggest that coffee can help reduce colorectal cancer risk and survival rates, additional information is still needed before doctors can start recommending coffee consumption as a preventative measure.

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How new parents can squeeze in physical activity New parents face a host of challenges upon bringing their bundles of joy home for the first time. One of those challenges is altering their lifestyles so they can more capably tend to their child’s needs. Though expecting parents no doubt anticipate changing their lifestyles to accommodate their growing families, few may know the specifics of how their lifestyles will change. Though each couple is different, many couples see their exercise habits change dramatically upon the birth of their child. A 2011 study from researchers at the University of Minnesota found that both mothers and fathers had lower amounts of physical activity compared with nonparents. Mothers who participated in

the study reported engaging in 2.36 hours of moderateto-vigorous physical activity, or MVPA, per week, while women without children reported engaging in 3.19 hours of MVPA per week. The disparity was even greater among fathers, who reported getting 5.33 hours of MVPA per week compared to 6.89 hours of MVPA per week for men without children. Finding time to exercise can be difficult for anyone. But new parents may find it especially difficult to get daily physical activity. While the following ideas may not replace the vigorous workouts new parents are accustomed to, they may help men and women maintain healthy body weights. Skip shortcuts. Physical

activity can be embraced just about anywhere. Though you may be used to daily workouts at the gym, such excursions may no longer fit into your schedule. To counter your reduced hours at the gym, skip the shortcuts you have grown accustomed to taking. For example, take the stairs up to your office instead of the elevator and park further away so you can squeeze in some cardiovascular exercise. Skipping shortcuts is a great way to burn calories and can help you maintain a healthy weight even if you are no longer pushing yourself to the limit at the gym each day. Spread your workouts out over the course of the day. Many people tend to get all of their daily physi-

cal activity in one fell swoop. But that’s mainly done for convenience and not necessarily effectiveness. Workouts can still be effective if you spread them out over the course of the day. Exercising in small intervals throughout the day may help you maintain your energy throughout the day, and that should be especially appealing to parents of newborns. Squeeze in a quick workout each time your child naps throughout the day, and do your best to meet your daily quota while your spouse is tending to the baby. Continue setting fitness goals. Once your child comes home, it’s easy to fall into a routine that does not include exercise. But your long-term health depends on a host of factors, including how physically active you are. Keep setting fitness goals even if it seems like you will have no time once your child is born. These goals can motivate you to find time for exercise no matter how much your lifestyle has changed. Take your child along. When the weather permits, include your child in your ex-

ercise routine by taking the baby along with you on walks or bike rides. Purchase a fitness stroller so you can continue to jog even while you look after your child. New parents need not aban-

don their exercise routines upon welcoming their child into the world. A concerted effort on the parts of moms and dads can ensure they continue to get adequate exercise each day.

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Probiotics can be part of a nutritious diet Probiotics can help people combat gastrointestinal distress. Some probiotics can help prevent diarrhea that occurs as a side effect from antibiotics, and they may also be beneficial to those who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome and

conditions that affect the gastrointestinal tract. Probiotics are living microorganisms found in certain foods, most notably yogurt and kefir. They also may be found in products that are not taken orally, such as skin creams.

Probiotics may be concentrated in dietary supplements well. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, probiotics are healthy bacteria that help bodies to function properly by aiding in the digestion of food. Probiotics also destroy diseasecausing microorganisms. Researchers have studied probiotics to determine their potential role in people’s personal health. Preliminary data suggests that probiotics can be useful in helping with stomach upset from infections and taking antibiotics. Probiotics are also being examined to determine if they can be used to combat allergic disorders, such as hay fever or eczema. Probiotics also may be useful in the fight against oral health problems that stem from bacteria, like periodontal disease. Researchers also are looking

Probiotics, like those found in yogurt, may improve gastrointestinal health.

into whether probiotics can be useful in treating the common cold or reducing the severity of the flu. The Mayo Clinic says side effects to probiotics are rare, and many healthy adults can

safely add probiotic-heavy foods or probiotic supplements to their diets. But before including probiotics in your diet, speak with your doctor to make sure there will be no drug interactions or oth-

er adverse side effects. More research is needed into the health benefits of probiotics, but there’s encouraging evidence that these live microorganisms can do much to improve personal health.

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A unique and holistic Hand & Stone Spa approach to exercise opens in Mamaroneck

Breathe Movement Studio, a Mamaroneck-based movement studio which opened in May, provides unique methodologies to exercise similar to yoga, Pilates and tai chi utilizing primarily resistance based training and body weight workouts. Located at 501 E. Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck, Breathe Movement Studio is an exclusive GYROTONIC® studio equipped with a private infrared TheraSauna®. GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® exercise sequences are composed of spiraling, circular movements, which flow together seamlessly in rhythmic repetitions, with corresponding breathing patterns. Each movement flows into the next, allowing the joints to move continuously through natural range of motion without jarring or compression, thereby reducing the risk of injury. These carefully crafted sequences create balance, efficiency, strength and flexibility. GYROTONIC® exercises are performed on custom-designed equipment, while GYROKINESIS® exercises are performed on a mat and chair.

The methods are both highly adaptable making them accessible to everyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Some clients include accomplished athletes and dancers, college students, baby boomers, senior citizens and people with disabilities. GYROTONIC® equipment includes a pulley tower containing weights to facilitate complete freedom of movement. The weights provide resistance to develop strength and allow assistance when difficult. The pulley tower is fully adjustable and can meet the needs of many people with varied body types and different levels of strength and flexibility. Specialized equipment adds to the diversity of the method, implementing the needs of each individual. The studio is equipped with two GYROTONIC® pulley towers and all of the specialized equipment including an archway, a leg extension unit, a jumping stretch board, and a Gyrotoner®. This equipment assists with activating muscles in the natural movement pattern of the body while creating body awareness

through specific and challenging progressions of continuous movement. Benefits of the GYROTONIC® expansion system include: • postural improvement and alignment • vitality and rejuvenation • abdominal and core body strength • injury and pain rehabilitation • increase in strength and stability • increase in flexibility and joint range of motion • development of coordination • stimulation and strengthening of connective tissues in and around the joints • injury prevention • a high performance program for dancers and athletes • cardiovascular stimulation and promotion of neuromuscular rejuvenation • increase in overall quality of life. To learn more about the Breathe Movement Studio’s programs and classes, or to book an appointment, visit breathemovementstudio.com or call 716-796-7965. (Submitted)

Hand & Stone has more than 280 locations across the U.S., with services that encompass a full range of massages and facials including an array of peels and microdermabrasion. The spa also does hair removal for men and women. But, as the name implies, hot stone massages are the signature treatment.å Other massage services include deep tissue, Swedish, sports, trigger-point therapy, pre-natal and couples’ massages. Gentle relaxation massages are also available as well. Facial treatments are performed by licensed estheticians and tailored to each individual’s needs or skin concerns. Hand & Stone is committed to carrying the finest lines of products that are backed by science and driven by results. For serious skin care, look no further than the line of Dermalogica products. When Dermalogica meets skin, skin health is redefined.

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was arrested,” said Killian, referring to the former Democratic New York state speaker of the Assembly. “Then, Senate leader Dean Skelos was arrested; one Democrat; one Republican…. We deserve better.” On policy, much of the differentiation between the candidates was made in the minutia, with both candidates agreeing on substance, but not means. A question regarding either candidate’s willingness to raise the state gas tax in order to fund infrastructure projects elicited a resounding no from both sides. Each candidate, however, outlined different approaches. While Latimer, 62, said he would entertain supporting the maintenance to the state’s infrastructure through bond issuance, Killian pointed to the elimination of New York state’s Scaffold Law—which establishes contractors’ “absolute liability” for elevation-related injuries and contributes to costly insurance rates in addition to lawsuits—as a major point for reform. Additionally, a question regarding the Women’s Agenda introduced by Gov. Andrew Cuo-

mo, a Democrat, in 2013 which referenced a facet that would protect women’s right to choose saw similar sentiments, but differed on specifics. Killian, 54, explained to the audience that women deserve access to safe and reasonable health care, while Latimer took the opportunity to flex his knowledge on finer points in the agenda. “The actual question was, will I vote for the 10th point, which codifies the federal protection for the women’s right to choose, which protects women’s right to choose at the state level,” he explained, characterizing Killian’s answer as vague. “And I would vote for that.” The crux of the debate, which lasted just under 25 minutes for the state senator’s portion of the night, centered on incumbency versus reform. Killian tended to stay on message, touting herself as a reformer and using ample opportunities to tie Latimer to cronyism in the state Legislature. Citing a statement from New York Attorney General Preet Bharara, Killian told the audience, “There are two kinds of people in Albany; those that are corrupt and those that

stand by and watch…. There’s not a Democratic Party, there’s no Republican Party in Albany; it’s the incumbent party.” On the other end, Latimer spent much of the debate fending off indictments on his long tenure as a politician and championing his own efforts on reform. “What I think Mr. Bharara missed in his comments are those legislators who have been working for reform, who have put in bills that would cut down the maximum amount of money that you can donate to a candidate,” Latimer said. “The power is concentrated in a few hands.” Despite corruption in Albany constituting the majority of the back-and-forth between candidates, before the night’s closing remarks, national politics found its way to the debate stage; specifically feelings on the presidential election’s arguably most controversial candidate, Donald Trump. In a question regarding whether or not the Republican nominee for president should resign amidst allegations of sexual assault— which was greeted with murmurs from the audience—both candidates found one point they could fully agree on; disappointment. While both candidates de-

As the clock ticks down on Election Day, the candidates for state Senate in the 37th District, incumbent George Latimer and Julie Killian, look to make their case for Albany reform at a recent debate in Harrison. The two have already debated multiple times this campaign. Photo/Andrew Dapolite

murred on condemning, specifically, any of the nominee’s actions, stating that their sights are set on New York state first, Lat-

imer summed his response with one analogy. “Sooner or later, we have to end this reality TV thing that’s

going on,” he said. “I don’t know if that’s going to happen.” CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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position in village government. I’m not a politician. I’m a public servant. I would like to get back to looking at things that serve the public best. It’s a nature of what’s going on in the world now that we have this divisiveness from a political point of view. I’m concerned about what’s right for the village. When you see the Board of Trustees meetings and the language that’s used, and how trustees are treated, I think it’s an embarrassment to the village. Respect needs to be brought back. I’d like to encourage schools to bring students to see how local government works, but at the moment I would be embarrassed. Q. Between August and September the village saw five overdoses as a result of opiate abuse. If elected, how would you address a growing opioid epidemic and its effects on the village? A. I think it is quite appalling that in our neighborhood we have

people that have become drug users and dependent on drugs. I think the key issue to this is getting people informed at all different levels about what this means and facing the facts of this epidemic. It starts with parental guidance and getting schools to have drug prevention programs and understanding the consequences. I think at the end of the day, drug use has no boundaries. People become drug addicts because they have access to the drugs. We need to clamp down on drug dealers and cut off supply of drugs in the area. We also need to have programs that provide help to people who are addicted and give those people the right treatment. Q. Do you feel the village is being overdeveloped? If so, how would you balance increasing development in the village with its often detrimental effects on flooding and the environment? A. I absolutely believe the village is starting to become overdeveloped. The Republican platform

is to continue development at whatever cost. There are definitely huge dangers in doing that. We need to maintain the character of the village and the waterfront. Building condominiums on the waterfront is absolutely an appalling thought. It would ruin the character of the village. When we build things, we have to start looking at the impact on the infrastructure of the village and what it means for schools. Q. The company Sheldrake Station Development is planning to build 100 rental units at a distressed property on Waverly Avenue, and will work together with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to alleviate any potential difficulties that may arise with the site’s elevation. Are you concerned about possible flooding and sewage runoff issues that could arise post-construction of the Sheldrake development? A. I think that is an example of overdevelopment to some extent, without realizing the consequences that 100 apartments will have on the village’s infrastructure. Flooding will ob-

viously be an issue. Digging will have a long-term impact somewhere else from a flooding point of view. There will be a strain on parking and traffic. I think these sorts of things are being approved without looking at the overall impacts. Q. A $75 million flood mitigation plan from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is currently undergoing analysis for congressional approval. As part of the proposal, some residents would be required to cede portions of

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claims are warranted and how would you balance development with eco-friendliness in the village? A. There seems to be a lot more multi-family units being built and it causes a lot of problems with traffic and so on. There are a lot of things that need to be developed like the TOD that they want to put on the corner of Mamaroneck [Avenue] and Grand Street. I’m not in favor of large apartment buildings but smaller development, smaller subdivisions, I think would work fine. Right now there’s a proposal to change an R-5 zone into an R-6 and I’m somewhat opposed to that; I think that the R-5 zone can be tweaked so that you can have less floor area ratio and lot coverage without taking 1,800 homes and making them nonconforming. I don’t think that [Rosenblum] is exceeding the development that we would like to have or that we need in the village, I think he’s doing this to help the tax base. [Rosenblum] is a lifelong resident himself and has the best interest of the village in his heart. Q. Village politics have shown a tendency to become divisive over the past several years. Do you consider this division a problem? And, if so, how would you plan to address it? A. I do consider it a problem and it seems to me that it’s only di-

their land through easements. How would you help balance the project’s needs with the wishes of residents, if elected? A. I am totally in favor of the proposal. It may not be entirely the right thing, but it’s better to do something that’s at least 90 percent right and getting it done now, rather than talking about it 10 years from now when we’ve had several floods. I think for the people that are affected by it, we will have to have a very considerable plan, and make sure to

treat them sensitively. The biggest problem now is that they have been told so little. There’s a lack of information for people that could potentially be affected. With our approach to community outreach, and [fellow Democratic candidate Victor Tafur’s] environmental background, we have two years to sit down with these people who will be affected and give them the facts about it, and help them be heard.

rected at [Rosenblum] specifically. It’s petty, vindictive, politics and it has no place in the village. My first introduction into politics goes back into the late ‘70s or early ‘80s and I nominated a friend of mine to be a Democrat and run as trustee, and he won. I’ve never played politics in that regard. If I thought that something or someone was going to do a good job for the village, they had my support.

arise with the site’s elevation. Are you concerned about possible flooding and sewage runoff issues that could arise post-construction of the Sheldrake development? A. I am definitely concerned. Right now it’s mostly a pervious surface in that area and the river runs right behind it so that has to be looked at with a fine microscope to make sure that any drainage system put on the property can handle all the water. I was initially opposed to the entire project, thinking that they should make it much smaller scale, but not having seen the proposal itself, 100 units does seem like a lot for that area.

Q. Between August and September the village saw five overdoses as a result of opiate abuse. If elected, how would you address a growing opioid epidemic and its effects on the village? A. I think what we should do is speak to people in those fields. My ideas are really [minimal] at this point because we have no idea what’s going on. You need to work with professionals on substance abuse and education, of course, is a big part of it. And the schools should get very much more involved in it. I have a friend that works in the abuse department and he tells me that people can really be straightened out and scared straight, so to speak, just by going to these programs and learning about it. Q. The company Sheldrake Station Development is planning to build 100 rental units at a distressed property on Waverly Avenue, and will work together with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to alleviate any potential difficulties that may

-Reporting by Franco Fino

Q. A $75 million flood mitigation plan from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is currently undergoing analysis for congressional approval. As part of the proposal, some residents would be required to cede portions of their land through easements. How would you help balance the project’s needs with the wishes of residents, if elected? A. We have to look at this as an overall project and see if it’s good for the village in its entirety. Any properties that need to be taken from the residents, they would certainly have to be compensated fairly for them. The residents have to have knowledge of what’s going on as well. If they’re uninformed, you’re going to get resistance right off the bat. -Reporting by James Pero

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Village of Mamaroneck Mayor Norman Rosenblum will take legal action against some of his colleagues on the Board of Trustees in an attempt to buck an upcoming referendum altering his powers of appointment. File photo

who can decide to keep him or her for another term. If the vote is not unanimous, however, the interim appointment stays on for another term. Therefore, a simple no-vote from Rosenblum ensures that his previously appointed hold-over stays in place. The mayor has called upon this rule to appoint land use board members several times throughout his 6-year tenure. While Democratic trustees

have hesitated to say whether or not Rosenblum has forced any such resignations, Finch, who spoke on the matter in August, said the practice of the mayor appointing during hold-overs is “available for real abuse.” According to Potok, the judge’s decision on whether or not the mayor’s lawsuit is merited should be finalized within the next week. Rosenblum said that while a decision is likely forthcoming,

even if a rendering is issued after the Election Day, the referendum could still be voided retroactively. The referendum would follow previous measures passed by village board Democrats to alter the mayor’s use of village facilities, specifically his office, and his power to set agenda items, in addition to parking spaces at Village Hall. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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Astorino pitches A recently announced project at Kensico Dam would see the creation of an unprecedented skating rink and circuit that would replace a vacant reflecting pool. The project comes as a part of $100 million in county park upgrades announced in a $303 million capital budget. Rendering courtesy Westchester County

By JAMES PERO Staff Writer After nearly a decade of inoperability, Kensico Dam’s vacant reflecting pool could get a multimillion dollar facelift, which would include an addition which county officials describe as a “one-of-a-kind” ice rink and skating circuit. According to mockups released last Tuesday, a currently baron 92,000-square-foot reflecting pool will be replaced with an outdoor ice rink, in addition to a skating circuit that will stretch for one-third of a mile in total around the rink’s perimeter. According to Anthony Catalano, an engineer for the firm Woodard & Curran who helped design the project, such a proposal would make Kensico Dam in Valhalla unique compared to any rink in the entire region.“There is no design like this,” Catalano said. “The rink can accommodate any kind of skater—beginners, advanced, hockey players and kids who just want to traverse around the loops.” According to Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican, who unveiled the

Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino pitches his campaign for the rink on Oct. 11 with a tagline. “As the ancient Romans used to say: Carpe diem. Seize the day,” he said. “And if they were here today, they would also say: Aedificare in glaciem. Build the rink.”

plans at an Oct. 11 press conference at the site, the project would cost about $25 million, including renovations that were proposed for the reflecting pool in 2015 that were not completed due to cost. The improvements to Kensico Dam are being introduced as a part of $100 million in capital improvements to the county parks system that was recently outlined in a $303

million capital budget sent by Astorino to the county Board of Legislators for approval on Oct. 14. Amongst the incentives to fund the project now, the administration cited historically low interest rates as well as the county’s superior credit rating compared to other counties in the state. New amenities and a refurbished fountain wouldn’t be the

only new fixtures at the park, however. An added dose of star power, the Astorino administration hopes, would also help bring more visitors. As a part of a partnership with the county, the New York Rangers would also hold regular public clinics at the rink for families across Westchester. Ex-Ranger Adam Graves was at the press conference to talk about the virtue of having an outdoor facility like the one being proposed in Valhalla. “The thing that makes me smile the most is that it’s all about family,” Graves said. “What greater gift could you give than something like this, where you’re going to create memories that kids are never going to forget?” According to representatives from the engineering firm Woodard & Curran, which drafted the preliminary designs, though the rink would transform Kensico’s space, it would also utilize the features already present; piping that already exists beneath the defunct reflecting pool’s foundation would be expanded and utilized to

New York Rangers’ Nick Holden and Michael Grabner were in attendance with ex-Ranger Adam Graves to explain a partnership with the county that would see the NHL team hold a number of clinics at the proposed rink. Photos/Andrew Dapolite

refrigerate the ice seasonally. Additionally, the new systems installed to maintain the rink and new fountain will be designed to conserve water and also cut down on energy costs by using LED lighting as well as energy-efficient chillers. While the final plans must still be approved by the Board of Legislators—currently only refurbishing the reflecting pool has the board’s approval—the Astorino administration hopes that the project could be com-

pleted by November 2017; just in time for Kensico Dam’s 100th anniversary. The dam was purchased by the county in 1963 from New York City and originally featured a makeshift skating rink that was utilized during winter months when the reflecting pool froze over. County Legislator Catherine Parker could not be reached for comment as of press time. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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A father, a son, and a crime RHYMES WITH CRAZY Lenore Skenazy

Recently in a St. Francis College classroom in downtown Brooklyn, a law professor dad introduced his son, now 30-something, and said, “I’m very proud of him.” The dad, Larry Dubin, told the small audience about his son Nick growing up, playing tennis, graduating college and eventually writing three books. What dad wouldn’t be proud? Then he talked about his son’s diagnosis: Asperger’s syndrome, a developmental disorder on the autism spectrum. As a young child, Nick flapped his arms and jumped a lot. At 3, he barely spoke. As an adult, he still cannot tie his shoes, making it all the more impressive that he has achieved so much. Then the dad added one more item to his son’s resume: Nick is a convicted felon, a sex offender on the registry. He was found guilty of possession of child porn. “That does not in any way dilute my feelings and respect for who Nick is as a person,” said the dad. And maybe that’s something the rest of us have to digest. What the dad has learned the hardest way possible is that many of the people charged with possession of child porn turn out to be people with developmental disabilities. One study found it’s actually the majority, which is not totally surprising. These are people who have often grown up bullied and despised. Their neurological differences affect their lives in many ways, sometimes including the age of the people they relate to. If you’re 20 or 30

but part of you feels about 8, or 10, or 14, it’s not that remarkable that that’s the age you’d like to see pictures of. You might not even understand it’s wrong. Now, I realize this is a tough and depressing topic. But that’s why it was so impressive that Larry and his son Nick decided to make this public appearance—their first—to discuss what it’s like to live with a disability and be a sex offender. They were invited here from their home in Michigan by the Institute for Peace and Justice, The Center for Crime and Popular Culture, and the New York Sex Offense Working Group. Nick took the podium after his silver-haired, professorial dad. He looked boyish in a striped sweater, which he may have chosen because he can’t tie a tie. People with Asperger’s can be genius-smart in some respects and far behind in others. “I think you can see how I’ve been able to survive this,” he said, with a grateful nod toward his dad. As a kid, Nick was tormented. Boys in the locker room would steal his towel. They taunted him. But as he watched them growing up and entering relationships, Nick felt even more alone. Once he discovered the world of online porn, that’s where Nick went to feel less lonely. He knew there was something wrong about child porn, but he had no idea it was illegal. Then one morning, before dawn, his door burst open. Twelve men barged in. They yanked him out of bed, threw him against the wall and clapped him in handcuffs. “I thought they were burglars,” Nick recalls. “I thought I was going to die.” They were the

FBI. He was under arrest for the pictures he’d been looking at. By the time his case finally came to court, Nick had undergone five psych evaluations, including one at FBI headquarters. They all concluded the same thing: He poses no threat to actual children. He had never touched any, and wouldn’t. Nonetheless, he was found guilty of viewing the illegal images, which makes him a felon. “I don’t enjoy talking about this,” Nick said. But he decided to take this embarrassing leap into the spotlight because as word of his case spread—including the fact that his dad is a law professor—the family phone started ringing. And almost once a month it is a desperate parent, crying on the phone, saying the same thing just happened to their son. A son with Asperger’s, or autism or some other illness. One case in Alabama just finished last month. A young man with autism was given 10 years in prison, which, Nick pointed out, may kill him. Already outcasts, people with autism have a very hard time with social cues, loud noises and bright lights. Often, they end up in solitary— sometimes begging for it. The Alabama judge shrugged, saying, “You have autism? I’m bald. It’s just something we live with.” Over the years in criminal cases we have come to take into account a defendant’s IQ. We understand that someone with mental retardation should be treated differently. It’s time we realized that about people with other developmental differences, too.

FASNY tuition reimbursement deadline: 10/28 The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York, FASNY, has announced the Friday, Oct. 28 application deadline for 2016 spring semester tuition reimbursement through its historic educational initiative, the Higher Education Learning Plan, HELP. This statewide community college tuition reimbursement program is geared towards recruiting and retaining volunteer firefighters throughout New York state. “The FASNY HELP program has helped recruit hundreds of dedicated firefighters serving communities across the state. The FASNY HELP program exemplifies a ‘win-win’ situation for the student-volunteers and the fire departments, helping meet local departments’ staffing needs and providing better educated first responders,” said FASNY President Ken

Pienkowski. Under FASNY HELP, any active volunteer firefighter in good standing, and who hasn’t already achieved a college degree, is eligible for up to 100 percent tuition reimbursement. The reimbursement is in exchange for maintaining good grades and fulfilling service requirements in one of New York’s volunteer fire companies. There is no restriction on the type of academic courses that the HELP studentvolunteer can pursue, either on a full-time or part-time basis. FASNY HELP also covers online courses taken through Empire State College. Eligible student-volunteers must maintain acceptable levels of training and volunteer activity while attending school and fulfill a service requirement after they complete their course of study. They must attend a char-

tered New York state community college; Empire State College’s inclusion in the program has expanded students’ location options. Due to a variety of factors, many volunteer fire departments are experiencing the need to recruit and retain more members. Tuition reimbursement can be an effective incentive for people to volunteer in their local community. The deadline to apply for tuition reimbursement for the 2016 fall semester is Oct. 28. For more information on the FASNY HELP program, please visit fasny.com/resources/ fasny-help. Founded in 1872, the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York represents the interests of the approximately 110,000 volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel in New York state. (Submitted)

CONTACT: lskenazy@yahoo.com

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SPORTS

Adding injury to idiocy LIVE MIKE Mike Smith

I mean no disrespect when I say this, but I have to admit; baseball players, in general, are not the sharpest tools in the shed. On Oct. 13, less than 24 hours before the start of the ALCS, Cleveland Indians’ starter Trevor Bauer became the latest in a long line of baseball idiots, when he, attempting to repair one of his drones, ended up in the emergency room after nearly slicing off his pinky. After receiving stiches, Bauer had to miss his scheduled Game 2 start on Saturday, and opted to give it a go two days later when he took the hill in Game 3. He would last just four batters into the start as his stitches came undone, leading to a bizarre—and bloody—scene on the mound. But while fans and media members have had some fun

with Bauer’s situation over the last few days—the Indians still won, thanks to a tremendous effort by their bullpen—it’s important to remember that the Cleveland righty isn’t the first casualty in stupidity’s war against baseball players. In fact, baseball has a long, storied history of oddball injuries, which have—to certain fans like myself—become as much a part of the history of the game as Babe Ruth’s called shot. Of course, the gold standard of stupid baseball injuries belongs to Braves’ Hall of Famer John Smoltz, who missed a start in 1990 after receiving burns from ironing his shirt—while he was still wearing it. But even though Smoltz has since claimed that the story was false—let’s be clear, he was quoted in the Atlanta Journal Constitution by beat writer Joe Strauss discussing said injury—it doesn’t mean that Bauer isn’t the only player in this year’s postseason who has his own story to tell.

Chris Coghlan, who currently comes off the bench for the Chicago Cubs, has a story. In 2010, while playing for the then-Florida Marlins, Coghlan chased down teammate Wes Helms, who had just given the Marlins a walk-off win with a bases-loaded pinch hit single, in order to serve a celebratory pie into Helms’ face. The result for Coghlan? A slip, a torn meniscus, and season-ending surgery. Not to be outdone by his NLCS foe is Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitching coach Rick Honeycutt, who was once ejected in a 1980 game for pitching with a small thumbtack taped to his hand. While Honeycutt sought to use the thumbtack’s sharp point to scuff up the baseball, he soon found another unintended use for the foreign object; as he left the field, he wiped his hand across his brow, opening a large gash on his forehead. No doubt the Dodgers’ staff has much to learn from the old left-hander.

Over the years, there have been plenty of baseball “curses,” from Babe Ruth to the Billy Goat in Chicago. If Cleveland falls short in its World Series bid this year, perhaps drones will be added to the list. Photo/Andrew Dapolite

As of press time, the Indians hold a 3-1 ALCS lead and look for all intents and purposes to be headed to the World Series. Whether Bauer starts another game into the postseason or not, if the Indians can somehow

manage to win their first World Series title since 1948, “propellergate” will simply turn into another funny-but-true footnote in the annals of baseball lore. If Cleveland falls short, however, and the Indians’ starting

pitching falters down the stretch? Well then, you can expect Tribe fans to drone on about this one for a long, long time.

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Tigers grab league title FIELD HOCKEY

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Game Notes: • Elizabeth Brisette scored twice against the Raiders • Mamaroneck has gone 13-0-2 since a seasonopening loss to Scarsdale • Molly Banks’ game-winner came after time had expired By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor A last-second game-winning goal to clinch a league title on the last day of the regular season might seem like a storybook ending for most teams, but for Mamaroneck field hockey, it might just be the start of something even bigger. On Oct. 17, the Tigers edged rival Scarsdale in the regular season finale in order to claim yet another league championship and solidify their spot as the top seed in the Class A playoffs, which are set to kick off this weekend. Molly Banks provided the game-winner for Mamaroneck, which came on a penalty corner, to give the Tigers a 3-2 victory and avenge Mamaroneck’s lone loss on the season, a 4-0 defeat at the hands of this same Scarsdale team on Sept. 7. “We never say that this was

Bridgid Knowles battles for possession against Scarsdale.

the biggest game of the season, because it puts too much pressure on the kids,” Mamaroneck head coach John Savage said. “But we knew that with a win, our seeding would be higher in the sectionals, we knew it was for a league championship, so we just wanted to come out and give it our best.” Scarsdale started off the scoring with 25:17 left in the second half, but the Tigers answered back just over a minute later on the first of two goals by Elizabeth Brissette. Brissette would score again to give the Tigers a 2-1 lead with 4:23 left, but Scarsdale tied the game with just under two minutes to go in regulation. Mamaroneck’s game-winning corner opportunity came

Elizabeth Brissette pushes the ball upfield against Scarsdale on Oct. 17. Brissette scored twice in Mamaroneck’s 3-2 win over the Raiders.

with just 18 seconds left, and although time expired as the Tigers looked for their shot in the circle, continuation rules ensured that as long as Mamaroneck kept the ball in the circle, play would continue. “It was exciting in a lot of ways, it took all 60 minutes today,” Savage said. “We hope to have the best games at the end of the season, and get that experience under our belt before the playoffs start.” Since losing to the Raiders in September, the Tigers have gone 13-0-2, and Savage said he has seen a marked difference in the way his squad has performed late in the season. In addition to Monday’s win over Scarsdale, the Tigers also battled Class B Lakeland—which had won every single Section I contest it had appeared in since 2010—to a 1-1 draw on Oct. 15. The sectional seeding meeting, which is scheduled for Oct. 20, after press time, will see the Tigers come away with a No. 1 seed, while Scarsdale (13-2-1) should grab the second spot. “It has really been night and day, especially because we were starting five sophomores this year, we needed our captains [Paige Danehy and Sophie Miller] to step up,” the head coach said. “We’re playing good field hockey right now, I still wouldn’t say we are playing great, and we need to be ready because it always ramps up in the sectionals.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

Emily Mahland fires on a corner opportunity. The Tigers drew nine penalty corners on the afternoon.

Caroline Allen passes to a teammate on Oct. 17. Photos/Mike Smith

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