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May 18, 2018 | Vol. 6, Number 20 | www.mamaroneckreview.com
Bayard Street teardown being scrutinized By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
Oh, sister
"Sister Act,” based on the 1992 comedy starring Whoppi Goldberg is playing at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Read Michelle Jacoby's review on page 6. Photo/John Vecchiolla
Mamaroneck Diner slow to reopen after virus scare Mamaroneck Diner, a village of Mamaroneck mainstay, reopened this week after a norovirus scare lead to a voluntary shut down. On Friday, May 11, the diner, located on 405 E Boston Post Road, voluntarily closed its doors after at least two employees became ill with norovirus—a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting, diarrhea and other flu-like symptoms. Some customers who ate at the restaurant have also become ill though it’s unclear how many. “It has recently been brought to our attention that a few people
have gotten ill from a common virus in and or around our diner,” read a social media post from the diner on Friday. “We have voluntarily decided to work under excessive caution in this situation and have closed the diner… to be 100 percent certain that our place of business is clean…” On Monday, May 14, the diner was cleared by the Westchester County Department of Health to reopen but, as of press time, they have yet to do so, citing lengthy restocking efforts. According to a statement from the county Department of
Health, the Mamaroneck Diner has been cleared of any wrongdoing and has not been cited with any health code violations. The illness likely spread from person to person. Some employees are waiting to be free of symptoms for 72 hours at which point they will be allowed to return to work. The restaurant has already hired an outside professional cleaning company to disinfect the restaurant and Department of Health officials have continued to supervise on-site as is standard procedure. According to the Centers for
Disease Control, CDC, tens of millions of people are infected with norovirus each year making it the most common cause of gastroenteritis in the U.S. To decrease the chances of contracting the illness, the CDC recommends regularly washing your hands, safely preparing food, and properly and regularly disinfecting potentially bacteriarich surfaces. A representative for the county Department of Health could not be reached for comment, as of press time. -Reporting by James Pero
Another home has been swept up in Larchmont’s new zoning and planning laws aimed at preventing what residents have called a harmful trend of overdevelopment in the village. Last month, a proposal to replace a home located at 15 Bayard St., was sent back to the drawing board for major revisions by the village Planning Board after residents of the neighborhood and members of a historic preservation group raised concerns. While the original plan would have replaced the 1,648 squarefoot structure with a much larger 3,600 square-foot home, tearing down one adult tree in the process, a new plan will only be accepted under the stipulations that the tree is maintained and the size of the home is in line with others on Bayard Street. Last month, an historic home in Larchmont temporarily escaped demolition after a village Planning Board decision amid public backlash. The demolition of a more than century-old 40 Ocean Ave. home was declared a significant environmental impact by the Planning Board on April 17 forcing the plan to undergo a more stringent environmental review, specifically, a full environmental impact statement, EIS. The home, known to residents as “the orchard,” dates back to the late 1800s and holds a piece of history through both its sheer age and its brush with fame; screenwriter, cartoonist and film producer Paul Terry, who created the iconic cartoon character Mighty
A home on Bayard Street in Larchmont will be the next residence to undergo increased scrutiny. Pictured is 40 Ocean Ave., the home that was the impetus for a revamp of zoning laws last year. File photo
Mouse, once owned the house. The full review by the developer, KOSL Building Group, is expected to take several months to complete and allow for the next step in the process to move forward before a final ruling is made by the Planning Board on whether to allow for the home to be razed. The developer, in a statement released to media last week, said that its revised site plan will now include moving the home to a different location on the property while following through with an original plan to subdivide the property into four lots. “Everyone should be thrilled, as saving the house is what the village and community has said is their objective,” the statement reads. “This change in plans will come at a very significant cost to us, but while we believe that we have every legal right to demolish the house, we are willing to undertake this proposal so long as we get the cooperation of the village and community to move this forward expeditiously.” CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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BOL opposes citizenship questions for 2020 census By JAMES PERO Staff Writer The Westchester County Board of Legislators will take a preemptive stance against
a question set to appear on the 2020 census regarding citizenship. On Monday May 7, lawmakers passed a symbolic bipartisan resolution opposing the addi-
tion of a question on the Census asking citizenship status. That question was also submitted to a congressional oversight committeehearing on the issue that took place last week.
“This resolution is an unequivocal statement of the Westchester County Legislature to Congress that we want everyone counted in the 2020 census, regardless of their immigration or citizenship status,” said county Legislator Lyndon Williams, a Mount Vernon Democrat. “The
Westchester County lawmakers signed a resolution last week opposing the inclusion of a citizenship question on the upcoming 2020 U.S. Census survey, citing concerns over a potential loss in federal funding. Photo courtesy Flickr.com
addition of a citizenship question in the 2020 census will undoubtedly suppress participation of immigrants and noncitizens leading to potential massive undercount here in Westchester County and around the country.” The resolution passed by a margin of 13-3 with Republican Gordon Burrows, of Yonkers Republican, serving as the only Republican to vote alongside Democrats. County Legislator Catherine Borgia, an Ossining Democrat, was absent for the vote. Burrows cited worries over appropriations of federal funding in casting his vote for the resolution. Specifically, he said that if Westchester residents choose not to respond to the Census due to fears over their citizenship status, it could mean that the county is undercounted and, as a direct result, could potentially lose crucial federal funding. Likewise, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman came out in opposition of the question, along with 19 other attorney generals from across the country, in February this year saying the move would threaten federal funding for many. Schneiderman has since resigned from his position as state attorney general, however, after
allegations of sexual harassment and physical abuse against four women came to light on May 7. The Census is a decennial event—happening every 10 years—that is designed to tally the number of citizens in the country. Its use is directly linked to the number of representatives that a state receives—the higher the number of citizens, the more representatives allotted. It is also a tool used for tracking shifting demographics such as the number of people living in urban or rural areas; how many children are in each household; and also racial and ethnic makeup. Each year more than $400 billion used for public services and infrastructure is also allocated using census information. Regardless of citizenship status, all U.S. residents are required to complete and submit a census form with potential fines, ranging between $100 and $500 for noncompliance, according to bipartisan fact-checkers Politifact. Last week, congressional lawmakers said they intend to issue a subpoena demanding John Gore, a Department of Justice official, to testify about why the question was to be included in the 2020 Census. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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What’s going on... Mamaroneck Public Library
accepting photos for posting on Facebook. To submit photos for Facebook during the month of April, please email Jack Weiss at jweiss@wlsmail.org. If you have any questions about the process of submitting photos, please contact either Trish Byrne at tbyrne@wlsmail.org, Linda Bhandari at lbhandari@wlsmail.org, or call the Reference Desk at 630-5888.
Bilingual Storytime – Hora del cuento bilingüe For more information on hours and programs, visit mamaronecklibrary.org.
Call for Photographs Do you have any photographs of Mamaroneck from the late 1960s and would like them to be part of the library’s exhibit? The Mamaroneck and Larchmont public libraries have selected “1968: The Year That Rocked the World” by Mark Kurlansky for their third community read, and are inviting you to participate. Bring any relevant photographs of the town and village of Mamaroneck from the late 1960s to the Mamaroneck Public Library. Photos of Mamaroneck families and images of the town and/or village from this time period are acceptable. Please put your name and phone number on the back of each photo, and place your pictures in an envelope labeled with your name and phone number. Photographs need to be dropped off the first weekend of March at the Reference Desk, and will be available for pickup the second weekend of May. Please fill out and sign the disclaimer form when dropping off the photos. During the month of April, we are also
On Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. A drop-in Spanish/English storytime for children of all ages with caregivers. Join us every Monday for a Spanish-English storytime consisting of stories, songs and a craft. Los lunes de 10:30 a.m. a 11 a.m. en la sala de programas. Una hora de cuentos en español e inglés para niños de todas las edades con cuidadores/ as. Únase a nosotros todos los lunes para contar historias en español e inglés con historias, canciones y una artesanía.
Walk Your Way to Better Health On Tuesdays from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Community Room. Adults are invited to burn calories and get in shape in this exercise class. Walking is a simple way to get exercise. The class will follow along with Leslie Sansone’s Walking series. These DVDs are low-impact and take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Registration is limited to 13 participants. In order to register, call the reference desk at 630-5887. All participants must sign waiver before participating, and should wear comfortable clothes and sneakers.
Happy ‘Lappy’ Mommy & Me On Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. Stop by to bond, play, and sing with your baby with Marie. For caregivers with babies from ages 6 months to 12 months old.
Wiggle and Rhyme Storytime On Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Program Room. Rhymes, fun and more for toddlers and caregivers with Marie. For children 13 months to 24 months old. Registration required by calling 630-5894.
a stomping good time with Marie. For children ages 18months to 36 months old. Registration is required by calling 630-5894.
Larchmont Public Library For more information on hours and programs, visit larchmontlibrary.org.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester LEGO City Builder
On Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Children’s Room. For school-aged children. Mr. Pickles is a registered therapy dog. He is a very patient listener and enjoys all kinds of stories. Your child can bring a favorite book or participants can select a title. Each child will have an opportunity to read for 10 to 15 minutes. Registration is required by calling 630-5894.
Enjoy building city scenes with LEGO bricks at home? Let your creativity loose with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s newest play space: LEGO City Builder. This is an interactive city that visitors can add their own elements and designs right into the display. The new play area includes skyscrapers, police and fire stations, cafes, suburban streets, beaches, a LEGO Friends section and more. Celebrate the grand opening of this exciting new space with photo opportunities and custom builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. Admission starts at $16.95; children under age 2 are free. Opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St. in Yonkers. For more information, call 844-740-9223 or visit westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter.com.
Two-rific Toddlers / Los Dos Magníficos
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ABC Preschool Storytime: Create, Grow, Learn On Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. in the Program Room. This program consists of stories, songs, and science, art and math concept activities appropriate for children age 3 to 5 years old. Registration is required by calling 630-5894.
Read to Mr. Pickles
On Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. A 30-minute program consisting of picture books, songs, and movement appropriate for children 24 to 36 months old. Caregivers are expected to attend and their participation is an important element of this program. Registration is required by calling the library at 630-5894. Los miércoles de 10:30 a.m. a 11 a.m. en Program Room. Un programa de 30 minutos que consiste en libros ilustrados, canciones y movimientos apropiados para niños de 24 a 36 meses de edad. Se espera que los cuidadores asistan y su participación es un elemento importante de este programa. Se requiere registrarse llamando a la biblioteca al 630-5894.
Jiggles & Giggles On Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. Jam at the library with songs and
Golf course openings The six county-owned golf courses are now open, with the last of the snow melting. The courses are: Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 231-3481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 862-5283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 864-3000, in Ossining. For more information, visit golf.westchestergov.com.
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Correcting The Record In the May 11 article “Village to conduct energy audit of 4 buildings,” it stated that an energy audit survey was approved unanimously. Village Trustee Keith Waitt, a Democrat, voted against the audit telling the Review that the money would be better spent consolidating all municipal buildings into one new facility.
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The Village Of Mamaroneck Police Benevolent Association
PO Box 774 Mamaroneck, New York 10543 Officer Charles Deshensky President Officer Michael Petrillo Vice-President
VILLAGE OF MAMARONECK PBA RESPONDS TO MEDIA REPORTS REGARDING DEATH OF GABRIELLA MARIA BOYD
The men and women of the Village of Mamaroneck PBA are deeply saddened by the horrific death of Gabriella Maria Boyd on April 28, 2018. We are community members; we have children of our own. We understand that the depth of Mr. Boyd’s loss is unfathomable. No parent should ever have to experience the loss of a child. As in many instances where tragedy occurs, there is often a rush to judgment, a presumption that someone or some agency is to blame. And more often than not, the brunt of that prejudgment is borne by your police officers. This case, unfortunately, is not different. Our officers have been unjustly maligned in the public eye as having “not done enough”. We respectfully disagree. Multiple media reports and public comments from lawyers have suggested that the Mamaroneck Village police officers who responded to the residence of Gabriella Boyd were somehow derelict in enforcing a family court order and that, by extension, they bear responsibility for this tragedy. Nothing could be further from the truth. To the contrary, a copy of a court order transferring custody was presented to the officers: that order did not indicate in any way that Gabriella was in any danger or that the officers should remove Gabriella at all costs. The order specifically did not authorize the officers to forcefully enter the residence, nor did it authorize police officers to forcefully remove Gabriella from the residence. Whether the Family Court had been requested to issue an emergency removal order, or whether an emergency removal order was requested and denied, we do not know. What we do know is that the officer who was presented with the order spent more than five hours speaking with attorneys, domestic violence officers, police supervisors, and Assistant District Attorneys in an effort to determine whether he possessed lawful authority to forcibly remove Gabriella from the residence based upon the order he was given. The officer was unequivocally instructed that he could not. The events leading to the death of Gabriella remain under investigation. It must be emphasized that, in an effort to save Gabriella, Mamaroneck Village police officers warded off a life-threatening knife attack, sending two to the hospital with significant stab wounds. Along with the rest of the Village of Mamaroneck community, we mourn the terrible loss of Gabriella. Despite the tragic outcome, we nevertheless stand by the actions and efforts of our police officers. We believe our officers made every effort to determine the parameters of their authority, and believe that they acted within the limitations of the law and pursuant to their lawful police authority.
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“Sister Act” introduces us to Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva lounge singer who happens upon a murder and enters a witness protection program at St. Katherine’s Parish in downtown Philadelphia. The sisters do not know Deloris’ true identity but there is no hiding her enormous spirit and colorful personality. “Sister Act” is based on the 1992 comedy starring Whoppi Goldberg. The stage version is written by Bill and Chris Steinkellner. The team also consists of Lyricist Glenn Slater and Oscar- and Tony-winning composer Alan Menken. Menken decided to create a new score of 70’s music rather than the 90’s, the original setting for the movie. Zuri Washington is superb as the rebellious Van Cartier. Her attitude gets her into trouble especially with Mother Superior, played by veteran actor Mary Jo McConnell. McConnell’s pensive confidence up against Washington’s zany character leads to several amusing scenes. The talented actors play off each other’s strengths without upstaging one another, making them quite the duo. The sisters of St. Katherine’s Parish took vows of poverty, obedience and silence during prayer and meal times. When Van Cartier enters the picture all “hell” breaks loose. The sisters are intrigued, nervous and inspired
By MICHELLE JACOBY Contributor
at the same time. Van Cartier lifts their spirit with song and dance, and finds some of the sisters sneaking a peak at the unholy life outside the convent. The elder Sister Mary Lazarus played by Sandy Rosenberg is a hoot as she tries to stick to the convent rules. Katelyn Lauria plays Mary Patrick, the spunky sister who wants to be involved in all the action, holy or not. Mary Robert played by Lani Corson, the so-called quiet sister, eventually feels the spirit and lets go of the
“habit” in, “The Life I Never Led.” The sisters and Van Cartier whoop it up on stage with, “Raise Your Voice.” The other rockin’ holy sisters include: Melanie Burg, Joanna Noelle Caruso, Hannah Eakin, Keyonna Knight, Stephanie Sable, Jessie St. George and Karen Webb. Deloris’ past catches up to her. Philip Michael Baskerville as Curtis Jackson, Jason Elliott as Joey, Jason Long as Pablo, Corben Williams as TJ and Danny Wilfred as Eddie Souther are the
gangsters that need to find her before she turns on them. Baskerville as Jackson is the leader of the bad guys, and fun to watch as he starts to lose control. His partners in crime, the triple threat, Elliot, Long and Williams have a strong comedic bond with each other and give the audience a lot of laughs with, “Lady in the Long Black Dress.” Kudos to Elliot for his fancy dance moves. Ken Jennings plays the frazzled Monsignor O’Hara who talks Mother Superior into sheltering Van Cartier. The show has upbeat, spiritual music combined with colorful characters and fun choreography. The gangsters and the sisters provide the theme of good vs. evil in the production; love, friendship, loyalty and the Lord all rolled into one makes “Sister Act” one great musical comedy. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Directed and choreographed by Donna Drake; musical direction by Bob Bray; costume design by Heather Carey; set design by Steve Loftus; sound design by Mark Zuckerman and lighting design by Andrew Gmoser. “Sister Act” is playing now through July 1 at the Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford. For more information, please contact 5922222 or visit their website at broadwaytheatre.com.
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Zuri Washington, center, as Deloris Van Cartier with the sisters of St. Katherine’s.
Zuri Washington, as Deloris Van Cartier stars in
Zuri Washington as Deloris Van Cartier and Mary Jo McConnell as Mother Superior.
“Sister Act.” Photos/John Vecchiolla
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County public golf courses offering season specials RTP close to deal for new restaurant operator
Westchester County is offering reduced rates on golfing this summer at five of its public courses. File photo
Golfers can save time and money with new specials going into effect Monday, May 14, at five of Westchester’s public golf courses. The courses are Mohansic in Yorktown Heights; Maple Moor in White Plains; Saxon Woods in Scarsdale; and Dunwoodie and Sprain Lake in Yonkers. A new nine-hole rate will be offered Mondays through Fridays, once per hour beginning at
11 a.m. Rates are $30 for county Park Pass holders and $35 for golfers without a park pass. Both rates include cart rental. Reservations for this nine-hole special must be made at golfnow.com. Early risers can play the back nine at a further reduction: park pass holders $15 walking, $30 with cart. Non-pass holders will pay $20 walking or $35 with cart. These early morning times are
available through walk-up reservations only on the day of play, first-come, first-served. The Monday-through-Friday junior rate will be reduced to $19 for park pass holders and $25 for juniors without a park pass. A new $46, 18-hole, cart-included rate will apply for nonpark pass holding seniors, Mondays through Fridays; reservations must be made through golfnow.com only. (Submitted)
The Rye Town Park Commission is close to a long-term agreement with owners of the popular Thornwood restaurant, The Barley House, to run the restaurant and food and beverage stands at Rye Town Park and Oakland Beach. File photo
The Rye Town Park Commission is near an agreement with the owners of a Thornwood restaurant group for control of the food and beverage operations at the park this summer. According to Rye Town Supervisor Gary Zuckerman, a Democrat and president of the park commission, the commission is finalizing a long-term contract with a restaurant group that owns and operates The Barley House in Thornwood, a hamlet of the town of Mount Pleasant. The Barley House features an array of draft beers and plenty of food options, including appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and other bar-friendly items. Last July, the restaurant organization also opened up a location in Tarrytown called the Barley on the Hudson with a similar menu of American bar food. According to Zuckerman, the
park’s restaurant will not be open by Memorial Day considering how long contract negotiations have lasted with 3 Guys Restaurant Group, which owns The Barley House. The park’s beach and pool area has always opened its season during Memorial Day weekend. With the park commission nearing an agreement with the restaurant group, the commission’s most recent vendor, Homestyle Caterers, which owned and operated the Ocean Grille and several Nathan’s Famous hot dog stands around the park, will not return for this upcoming season. Homestyle Caterers’ contract expired last October after replacing the park’s previous restaurateur, Seaside Johnnies, in the same year. While Homestyle Caterers’ operation was short-lived, it was always the intention of the park
commission to find a long-term deal with a vendor. The park commission received permission last year from Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, to negotiate food-service contracts up to 20 years with tenants. Under current state law, the park commission cannot accept a deal with a vendor that exceeds three years without special state approval. The park, which overlooks Oakland Beach and the Long Island Sound, is located off of Forest Avenue in the city of Rye. The 62-acre green space and beachfront offers seasonal swimming and year-round use for passive and semi-active events. The park commission consists of members from the city and town of Rye, the villages of Port Chester and Rye Brook, and the Rye Neck section of the village of Mamaroneck. -Reporting by Franco Fino
Rye firefighters save woman from Playland car crash The city Fire Department freed an elderly woman last weekend after she crashed and flipped her car in front of the entrance to Rye Playland on opening day. While exiting the amusement park the afternoon of May 12, the unnamed woman appears to have accidentally hit a curb, causing her to lose control of
the vehicle, according to police. As of press time, there is no further information on how the accident transpired or the names of the occupants. Two unnamed teenage passengers were freed from the crash without injury; however, the elderly woman had to be extracted from the vehicle, according to police.
All three passengers were taken to the Westchester Medical Center, located in Valhalla, for an evaluation even though no one was injured. The one-car crash did not have any impact on pedestrians or other drivers. Playland opened for the season on May 12. -Reporting by Franco Fino
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Rye Neck students display art at 2 exhibits A group of 60 talented art students from Rye Neck Middle School and Rye Neck High School have their artworks on display at the Mamaroneck Public Library and Rye Free Reading Room exhibits through May 31. The diverse collection of student works at the Mamaroneck Public Library features drawings, photography, painting and collage projects of 42 students in grades 6 through 12, from throughout the school year. Meanwhile, the Rye Free Reading Room exhibit features a collection of acrylic paintings of 18 high school students.
“This year’s student body is exceptionally talented,” art teacher Jennifer Dallow said. “We are thrilled to have two shows going on simultaneously. Getting artwork into the community is one of our goals as art teachers in Rye Neck. It is great for the community to view the work of the students and it is a great way for students to show their talent and enrich the lives of others.” Dallow, along with teachers Trisha Appel and Karen Fontecchio, organized the exhibits. In addition, more of the students’ artwork is currently on
display at the high school library and hallways of the front lobby. According to Appel and Fontecchio, many of the students were inspired by artists, art movements and various techniques to create the diverse range of artwork. “It is a wonderful culmination of work at this time of year,” Dallow said. “We can see the end result in a lot of areas and see students demonstrating their knowledge of media and design principles. It is rewarding for us as teachers to be able to hang such quality work in our local community.” (Submitted)
Rye Neck Union Free School District students have their artworks on display at two library exhibits through May 31. Photos courtesy Rye Neck school district
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Larchmont teens take home state prize Local teens representing the Larchmont Public Library are the winners in a statewide video challenge using the theme “Libraries Rock.” The video, produced by the teens, will be available to public libraries throughout the nation to use in promoting libraries to teens. The competition was open to teens between the ages of 13 and 18 throughout New York with the sponsorship of a local public library, and took place between November 2017 and the end of April 2018, when the winning video was announced. Similar competitions were held simultaneously in all 50 states, though there is not a national winner. The criteria for creating the video started with the teens creating an interpretation of the overarching theme “Libraries Rock” which promotes summer reading at the public library. The video had to be between 30 seconds and 90 seconds in length, and had to feature a clear message delivered in a creative way. As the winning team, the group is awarded a $100 prize with an additional $50 prize for the library.
The participating Larchmont area teens are James Conway, extra, sound engineer; Dimitrios Haralampopoulos, featured actor, editor; Maria Haralampopoulos, puppeteer, extra, and editor; Madelyn Konvisser, production assistant; Tess Lepelstat, writer, production assistant and extra; Marcus Lucas, puppeteer, extra and editor; Sophie Thorpe, featured actor and editor; and Mark Yukelis, writer and extra. The teens worked closely with Dana Schumacher, studio production manager at LMCTV in Mamaroneck, where they were able to use professional-grade video and film studio equipment to film, edit and complete the post-production of their video—all in about six hours. Kim Larsen, Larchmont library’s teen services librarian, guided the entire project. The state winner for the 2018 Teen Video Challenge was selected through a panel of media professionals and celebrity judges. This panel ranked the entries based on creativity and interpretation of the theme. The 2018 panel mem-
bers were: Jackson Murphy, film critic for YNN television Dan Judson, filmmaker/producer, Digital Foundry Jeffrey Kirkendall, New York State Library, library development The winning video was chosen for its creative interpretation of this year’s slogan. Its strong message that teens can find a variety of resources and ideas to build a better world at the library was a winning combination. “We couldn’t be more proud of our teens!” said Laura Eckley, Larchmont library director. “The ‘Libraries Rock’ video challenge presented a unique opportunity for our teens to be creative and potentially have their video shown to promote public libraries across our nation. Congratulations to each of them and thanks to Kim Larsen and LMCTV.” The “Libraries Rock” video created by Larchmont teens can be viewed on the “Teens” page on the Larchmont Public Library website and Facebook page, on LMCTV’s website and on Youtube. (Submitted)
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Westchester saves $540K from recycling programs Mamaroneck installs beehives on school campus As a result of several countywide recycling programs, Westchester saved more than $500,000 in garbage disposal last year, continuing a trend of waste reduction that began more than a decade ago. In a release, the county Department of Environmental Facilities announced Westchester was able save money after achieving a 50 percent recycling rate in 2017, matching its performance from the previous year. The county also generated roughly $6 million in revenue from the sale of recyclables. “Westchester County’s recycling rate has stood well above the Environmental Protection Agency’s national goal for years,” said County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat. “One way that all county residents can contribute to improving our environ-
ment is through waste reduction and recycling.” As of press time, it costs the county more than $91 to dispose of one ton of waste. In 2017, Westchester reduced the amount of residential garbage it disposed of by roughly 6,000 tons from the previous year, resulting in the county saving approximately $540,000. According to Catherine Cioffi, communications director for the county executive, since 2005, Westchester has reduced the amount of residential garbage disposal by 30 percent. Louis Vetrone, deputy commissioner of the county Department of Environmental Facilities, said, “Waste reduction is one of the highest priorities in municipal environmental management. These statistics are a reflection on the recycling programs and
educational initiatives offered by Westchester County.” The county’s recycling rate comes as a result of its efforts, along with local municipalities’ in collecting cans, bottles and paper collected curb-side. The rate also accounts for roadway millings, large bulk metals, construction debris and composted organic waste. Among some of the county’s highest curb-side rates for local municipalities last year includes the city of Rye, the village of Bronxville and the towns of Bedford, Somers and Lewisboro. Rye achieved a 33 percent recycling rate, while Bronxville sustained On the campus of Mamaroneck High School, teachers and students have installed several beehives as part of a a 29 percent rate. learning project, thanks to a grant from the Mamaroneck Schools Foundation. Contributed photo The national recycling rate is 34.6 percent, according to the Through a grant awarded by Arts students are using the hon- decline of honey bee populations federal Environmental Protection the Mamaroneck Schools Foun- ey in class for recipes they are around the world, I knew this Agency. dation, several departments at working on—in addition to bot- would be a great project.” -Reporting by Franco Fino Mamaroneck High School have tling up the excess honey and using According to O’Reilly, some collaborated to install and main- it as a fundraiser. The project was of the more interesting topics tain four beehives on the campus spearheaded by Biology teach- the group aims to study are: The grounds as part of an authentic er Cathy O’Reilly, Culinary Arts physics behind the honey bees learning project. teacher Bryan Luff and Engineer- flight and their famous “waggle The Mamaroneck initiative ing/Robotics teacher Jim Love. dance”; the intriguing geometry marks the first public high school “As teachers, we know there behind honeycomb shapes; the in the state of New York to install is no better way to learn than to historical importance of honey in four beehives on its campus. be doing something that is excit- most societies and the epigenetics Engineering students built and ing and relevant,” O’Reilly said. behind three types of bees from painted the hives, and Culinary “With so many stories about the one DNA. (Submitted)
Cuomo Bridge name being challenged by lawmakers
There are two matching bills within both houses of the state Legislature to change the name of the new Mario M. Cuomo Bridge to partially reflect the previous iteration of the bridge’s name. Photo courtesy ny.gov
Assemblyman Kevin Byrne, a Brewster Republican, sponsor of A8914 which concerns the re-naming of the former Tappan Zee Bridge, amended the bill on April 25 to match Senate Bill 7671, sponsored by Senator John DeFrancisco, a Syracuse Republican. The matching bills are now able to move forward and have been referred to their respective Transportation committees. The Assembly version has eight co-sponsors. The iconic bridge, which provides passage over the Hudson River between Westchester and Rockland counties, was rebuilt in 2017 and renamed The Mario M. Cuomo Bridge after a pro-
vision for such was included in Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s budget. Dr. Monroe Mann, founder of Save Our Tappan Zee, Inc., an organization dedicated to returning the Tappan Zee name to the bridge, claims that representatives have been hearing from angry residents ever since the name change was announced. His petition on Change.org has to date gathered 108,300 signatures. The office of Sen. Joseph Robach, chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, expects the Senate version of the bill to successfully move out of committee by the end of this month. Both bills would restore
the Tappan Zee name by settling on a compromise name: The Mario M Cuomo/Tappan Zee Bridge. Existing bridge signs would not be changed. “I’m very pleased that these bills can now move forward,” Mann said. “The Tappan Zee name honors the Hudson Valley’s Native American and Dutch heritage replacing the name, with no public input, was a cavalier dismissal of an important tradition to residents of the Hudson Valley. Not to mention a complete waste of taxpayer dollars. There are other, more appropriate ways for Gov. Cuomo to honor his father.” (Submitted)
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You bettor believe it LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
There’s a story my mother likes to tell quite often, usually at family gatherings like Thanksgiving or Easter. Maybe 30 years ago or so, my uncle went into the hospital for surgery on his eyes, and during his recovery period, was rendered essentially blind for 24 hours. As he lay in the hospital bed, he asked my mother to grab the newspaper and read it to him. At the thought of being asked to read the news to her ailing baby brother, my mother’s eyes welled up with tears; but that moment of sisterly warmth was soon dashed. My uncle didn’t want to catch up on current events, or listen to the Life and Style section; he wanted my mom to read him the line of that night’s Knicks game so he could call his bookie. The reason I bring this story up is because, as we learned this week, gambling is always going to find a way. On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling on
Murphy v. NCAA which has essentially paved the way for individual states to legalize sports gambling. But even as the politicians and moral high-grounders wring their hands about what this means for the purity of professional and collegiate sports, I have to ask: has anything really changed at all? Let’s face it, legal or not, gambling has long been intertwined with athletic competition. Heck, I’d imagine more than a few drachma exchanged hands when the Ancient Greeks held the first Olympic Games back in the 8th century B.C. And sure, there have been some famous gambling-related scandals, like the Black Sox throwing the 1918 World Series or the Holy Cross basketball team shaving points in the late 1970s, but has that been enough to sour the public on watching sports as a whole? I think not. I’ve never been a big gambler, be it sports or otherwise, but what has always bothered me about the criminalization of sports betting has been the hypocrisy. So I can bet on horse or dog racing, but
not Major League Baseball; unless I travel to Las Vegas or some other gambling sanctuary where it’s legal to plunk down $100 on a game of my choice? If gambling were this huge blight on American society as some opponents would have us believe, shouldn’t it be outlawed everywhere? Don’t get me wrong; I understand that gambling addiction, like any other addiction, can be horribly destructive to both individuals and families. But doesn’t it make sense, if people are going to do it anyway, to at least let state governments have a bit of oversight? This way, when you blow your paycheck on a dumb bet—like say, the Mets beating the Nationals—at least you’re just going to be losing money. You’re not going to have to worry about a couple of hoods named Moose and Rocco paying a visit to your home to break your kneecaps. So by all means, bring on the betting. Open up a sports book at Empire City Casino, put the apps on the phones and let the states’ cut go toward funding something
On Monday, May 14, a United States Supreme Court decision gave the power to legalize sports betting to individual states. Maybe this will pave the way for some increased revenue at Empire City Casino. Photo courtesy empirecitycasino.com
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Tigers eye first round test CLASS A FIRST ROUND PREVIEW NO. 2
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Tale of the tape: • Tigers topped New Ro 18-5 on 4/19 • Tyler Zidlicky led Mamaroneck with 6 goals • Goalie Mackenzie Lynch made 7 saves on 12 shots on goal
By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor It might be surprising to think that for as much success as the Mamaroneck girls’ lacrosse program has had over the last sev-
eral years, the school has never fielded a team that has reached a Section I title game. That may change this year. The Tigers come into the Class A playoffs playing some of their best lacrosse of the spring. Closing out the regular season with decisive wins over league foes White Plains and Ursuline, Mamaroneck finished the campaign with a 12-4 record, good enough for a No. 2 seed in the Class A playoffs, which kick off on Friday, May 18. But more important than the gaudy record or the high seeding is the momentum the Tigers seem to be carrying into the postseason, having won eight of their last nine games. Their recent play has proven definitively that they have moved past an early-season malaise that saw them drop three of four. “I think that stretch was the turning point of the season for us, it was needed,” Mamaroneck head coach Rocky Lividini said. “I think it’s shown how well we have adjusted since the beginning of the season and how hard these girls are willing to work.” Their final two wins of the season, an 18-8 victory over White Plains and a 16-3 drubbing of Ursuline highlight the strides the team has made. The last time Mamaroneck played those opponents, in the midst of their
swoon, the Tigers only managed to beat them by a combined six goals. “Even in a couple of the games we won you saw how we were affected,” Lividini said. “Against Ursuline [On May 12] you saw we were able to pressure them a little bit more since we got over that rough patch.” In fact, since April 21, the only loss the Tigers have suffered has come at the hands of Class A top seed North Rockland, as the Red Raiders used a strong second half to edge a Mamaroneck team that many expect to be their top challengers for a Section I crown. “Our game against North Rockland, even though it was a loss, gave us a lot of confidence and we know we have the ability to beat them if we hopefully see them again,” Lividini said. “The girls really want to reach the title game for the first time in program history, but obviously we have to set short term goals and get through these games first.” The Tigers first postseason test will be against No. 7 New Rochelle (5-11), a team Mamaroneck has already beaten. Although her team previously topped the Huguenots handily, Lividini is adamant that Mamaroneck isn’t looking past its first round foe. “We’re just taking it one game at a time, we have a long week of
Madeline Riordan breaks for the goal against North Rockland on May 7. Riordan tallied 62 points during the regular season, with 33 goals and 29 assists.
Brigid Knowles rushes past an Arlington defender during a matchup early in the season. Knowles led the Tigers with 53 draw wins this season.
practice ahead of us,” the coach said. “We’re definitely not perfect so we want to work on our
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Emily Mahland, who has scored 33 goals this season for the Tigers, looks for a scoring chance. Photos/Mike Smith
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