July 14, 2023

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County rolls out plans to combat Lithium-ion battery fires

In response to growing concerns over the potential hazards associated with lithium-ion batteries, Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the County’s Department of Emergency Services, Department of Environmental Facilities and Department of Consumer Protection have taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of residents.

Westchester County has already experienced lithium-ion battery fires with e-bikes, e-scooters, hover boards, laptops, a lawnmower and a drone. In New York City, there have been several fires which have resulted in fatalities.

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AG’s office opens probe into police-involved fatality in New Rochelle

The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has opened an investigation into the death of Jarrell Garris, who died on July 10, following an encounter with members of the New Rochelle Police Department on July 3.

On the afternoon of July 3, New Rochelle officers responded to a complaint at a store on 33 Lincoln Ave. When officers

arrived, they encountered Garris outside the store. During the encounter, an officer fired his weapon and Garris was shot. Garris was taken to a local hospital, where he later died of his injuries.

Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Section 70-b, OSI assesses every incident reported to it where a police officer or a peace officer, including a corrections officer, may have

caused the death of a person, by an act or omission. Under the law, the officer may be on-duty or off-duty, and the decedent may be armed or unarmed. Also, the decedent may or may not be in custody or incarcerated. If OSI’s assessment indicates an officer may have caused the death, OSI proceeds to conduct a full investigation of the incident.

These are preliminary facts and subject to change.

Latimer said: “Lithium-ion battery fires can be exceptionally difficult to control. These fires can result in a chemical reaction known as ‘thermal runaway’ which occurs when heat builds up faster than it can be dissipated. This causes a very rapidly expanding fire, as well as the release of toxic gases, and a possible explosion. In Westchester, we are committed to ensuring the safety of our residents and those who protect from these deadly fires.”

Lithium-ion batteries, commonly found in electronic devices and vehicles, pose significant risks if mishandled or improperly disposed of. Even when lithium-ion battery fires appear to be out, the batteries can reignite days later due to the energy that remains trapped inside the damaged battery cells. Recognizing the urgency to address these dangers, Latimer has initiated a comprehensive approach to tackle this issue head-on.

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Deputy Commissioner Susan Spear said: “Lithium-Ion Batteries are now prevalent in devices we use every day. They are a powerful source of energy, but can also cause great harm if used improperly. Therefore, Westchester County has created a safety program to make sure our residents can benefit from the use of such devices, while knowing how to protect themselves and their families from dangerous fires and toxic gases. This safety program combines legislation, disposal options, education, and firefighter training.”

Westchester’s new comprehensive Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Program includes:

• Proposed legislation requiring point of sale warnings and safety information,

• Requirements that devices meet UL safety standards, and

• Prohibition on the sale of re-assem-

bled or damaged batteries.

The Program also includes public education, Firefighter training, and disposal options for damaged and old batteries.

The City of New Rochelle has had at least five such Lithium-Ion Battery fire events, in locations ranging from the back of a garbage truck, to the loading dock of Home Depot, to multi-family apartment buildings. The worst fire, in a multi-family building two blocks from City Hall, resulted in the residents of the entire building being displaced for weeks.

In a letter written to Latimer, City of New Rochelle Department of Fire Commssioner, Chief of Department and Chair of the County’s Fire Advisory Board Andrew J. Sandor said: “I appreciate the County taking action to help prevent Lithium-Ion Battery related fires. The proposed County Legislation, which requires safety standards for e-bike and other mobility devices sold within the County, prohibits the use or sale of reassembled or reconditioned batterires, requires point of sale warning notices, and develops a public education and outreach campaign, will go a long way toward alleviating the fire risk caused by these batteries in our community.”

Residents can bring lithium-ion batteries, damaged or otherwise ready for disposal to the H-MRF in Valhalla. (Residents outside the Refuse Disposal District (Bedford, Lewisboro, New Castle, North Castle, North Salem, Pound Ridge and Somers), may incur a fee associated with handling and/or disposal.) New York State also offers an extended producer responsibility program for non-mobility batteries under 25 lbs. administered by Call2Recycle.

Residents can contact Call2 Recycle to find a drop-off location near them.

Some manufacturers handle lithium-ion battery disposal directly. Residents may consider contacting the manufacturer of the battery or product for safe disposal options.

Certain brands of lithium-ion batteries used for e-bikes can be brought to a local e-bike retailer for handling.

Department of Environmental Facilities Commissioner Vincent Kopicki said: “State law prohibits disposal of rechargeable batteries, including lithium-ion, in household hazardous waste. Disposing of lithium-ion batteries in the trash can result in fires that endanger collection

Harrison’s Joe Crupi makes a move on defenders at New Canaan HIgh School on July 7. Harrison, along with Rye and other local schools, were among 32 teams that took part in the 17th annual Grip it and Rip it Tri State Passing Tournament. For story, see page 16.

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crews and processing facility workers. DEF provides safe and convenient disposal of lithium-ion batteries at the H-MRF. With this expanded program, DEF will coordinate with Fire Departments so they can remove damaged batteries for residents who have suffered a fire event, and bring the damaged battery to a secure location.”

Other tips for residents include:

• When transporting lithium-ion batteries that are damaged, residents should take care to package them for transport and may place them in sand or kitty litter.

• Extra-large lithium-ion batteries, such as those used for electric vehicles, are not accepted at the H-MRF. Residents should contact the manufacturer for safe disposal options of these batteries.

• Residents should contact the local fire department if there is a thermal event (sparking or fire) from a lithium-ion battery. Fire departments are trained to respond to these events and secure the battery to prevent re-ignition of the battery.

This multifaceted fire safety and prevention program focusses on the safe use, charging, storage, and disposal of lithium ion batteries. It is designed to inform the public about the potential dangers of lithium ion batteries, as well as to help ensure the safe handling and use of such batteries and related devices. This will help protect the public as well as the firefighters who respond to these dangerous fires.

County Director of Consumer Protection Jim Maisano said: “The Consumer Protection Department will be enforcing this proposed new point-of-sale legislation and when we find violations in stores, a ticket will be written with fines of up to $1,000 per incident.”

Feeding Westchester gears up for Summer Feeding Program

School is out for summer, and Feeding Westchester is gearing up for its Summer Feeding Program. During the school year, more than 54,000 Westchester County school kids up to age 18 rely on free or low-cost meals to provide their nutritional needs.

“When the academic year ends, children lose access to these meals – and miss out on essential nutrition that helps them grow and thrive,” said Karen C. Erren, President & CEO of Feeding Westchester. “Hunger doesn’t stop when school ends.”

How to Participate in the Summer Feeding Program

To fill the hunger gap over the summer break, Feeding Westchester, in partnership with more than a dozen community partners and programs, offers a Summer Feeding Program.

The program, which runs in July and August, provides free healthy meals and snacks to children who would normally get meals during the school day as part of the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program.

Through Feeding Westchester’s extensive hunger-relief network of local community partners and programs, families can access Summer Feeding Program meals close to home at summer camps, through local community organizations and at community-based food distribution hubs.

Here is how eligible families can participate in the following Summer Feeding Program: Child Nourishment Bag Program – A bag of 5-6 non-perishable goods, such as shelf-stable boxed milk, canned fruits and vegetables, cereal, rice and

canned soup and stews, will be distributed twice a month to children and families through the following summer camps and community organizations:

1. Camp Hope (New Rochelle)

2. The Carver Center (Port Chester)

3. The Family Resource Center (Peekskill)

4. Mount Vernon Boys & Girls Club

5. Yonkers Community Action Program – Summer Leadership Program

6. Yonkers Riverfront Library

More local organizations are expected to be added to the list in the coming weeks.

The Child Nourishment Bag program is a partnership among Feeding Westchester, ARC Mount Kisco, ARC Yonkers and Ability Beyond in Chappaqua, as part of its vocational skills-building program. Feeding Westchester also partners with the Greenburgh Police Youth Camp to build a sense of community among its youth members. Feeding Westchester donates the food, and participants in the programs assemble and deliver up to 750 bags each week to summer camps and community-based organizations. Distributions will begin on July 10.

Feeding United Home Deliveries Program

– Through a partnership with the UnitedWay of Westchester and Putnam, a fresh produce bag will be distributed through DoorDash volunteer drivers 3-4 times a month to qualified children and families that live within a 15-mile radius of three Feeding Westchester food distribution hubs – in Mount Vernon, Ossining and Peekskill. This program is for families with school-aged children that qualify for free or reduced lunch. Families can register here: www.uwwp. org/food. Distributions will begin on July 12.

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Summer Food Service Program – In addition to the services offered by Feeding Westchester, children also can participate in the USDA NY-state program called Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Children, regardless of family income, can get free healthy meals and snacks at various locations throughout Westchester County For a full list of summer meal locations, go to http://summermealsny.org Families can call 1-866-3-HUNGRY or text FOOD 304-304 to get connected to meal sites in their area.

Ways to Help Fight Hunger this Summer

“Summer is an especially difficult time for hard-working families and their children, thousands of whom depend on the breakfast and lunch they receive at their school during the academic year. This summer, the high cost of food adds another layer of challenge,” said Erren. “We are so grateful that, due to the generosity of our community. We can stand alongside partners throughout the county to ensure children have nutritious food in their bellies.”

There are many ways for the community to support the Summer Feeding Program and help nourish our neighbors. People can donate or fundraise. Just $1 can provide three meals through the program. Community members also can volunteer their time at home to put together “Help from Home” snack bags, which are distributed through the program. For more details of how to get involved, go here.

For more information on Feeding Westchester’s Summer Feeding Program, contact Christopher McGregor at cmcgregor@feedingwestchester.org or 418-5206.

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International Music and Dance Festival returns to New Rochelle

The New Rochelle Public Library and The Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library are delighted to announce the return of the renowned International Music and Dance Festival on Tuesday, July 11. This highly anticipated festival will feature weekly live performances every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m., from July 11 through Aug. 15, in the Ossie Davis Theater at the New Rochelle Public Library, located at 1 Library Plaza, New Rochelle.

The six-week festival promises a captivating showcase of diverse music and dance performances representing cultures from around the world.

“We are thrilled to once again bring the International Music and Dance Festival to the New Rochelle community,” said Tom Geoffino, Director of the New Rochelle Public Library. “For over 20 years, this festival has been a highlight of our summer programming in New Rochelle. We are excited to continue this tradition, offering an opportunity to celebrate and appreciate the rich tapestry of cultures from around the globe.”

The festival will commence on July 11 with an enchanting performance by Bokandeye African American Dance Theater. Children and adults alike will be enthralled by the vibrant and captivating history of West Africa portrayed through dance, rhythm, song, and theater. This collage of traditional rhythms and dances from the Senegambia Region of West Africa will be brilliantly staged and choreographed to narrate the stories and folklore of the ancient African Villages.

On July 18, join us for an exhilarating Israeli dance performance by Israeli Dance with Leng. This program will highlight both traditional and modern Israeli dance forms, showcasing the beauty, energy, and innovation of this art form’s vibrant rhythms and expressive movements.

Natyamudra School of Indian Dance will illuminate the theater on July 25, presenting a breathtaking Indian dance performance known

as Bharatanatyam - a 3000-year-old dance form considered the oldest of all classical dance forms in India. This ancient art combines Nritta - pure abstract dance and Natya - interpretive dance. Bharatanatyam utilizes extensive hand gestures known as mudras to convey the meaning of the lyrics.

On Aug. 1, prepare to be mesmerized by Aszmara & Transition: Middle-Eastern Ensemble. The world-renowned dance artist Aszmara will grace the stage in exquisite costumes, accompanied by the folkloric music of Armenia, Turkey, and Egypt, performed by master Armenian musicians Robert Boghosian on the oud, Souren Baronain on clarinet, kaval & dooduk, and Mal Stein on doumbek.

Immerse yourself in the seasons of Japan on August 8 with The Japanese Folk Dance Institute of NY. Through an electrifying performance of Japanese folk dance, you will be transported to

the blooming of cherry blossom trees in the spring and the vibrant and joyous celebrations of the summer festival season.

The series culminates on August 15 with a grand finale by Calpulli Mexican Dance. The participants of the Capulli Summer Mexican Dance workshop, adorned in colorful costumes, will celebrate the rich and diverse regional dance traditions of Mexico’s cultural history. This program will take place outside on the Library patio, adjacent to Ruby Dee Park.

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience a spectacular array of global music and dance performances. Admission is free, but registration is requested for each event. Register online at bit.ly/NewNRPLCalendar (find the event on the calendar, click and proceed with registration) or call 813-3706.

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Local teams square off at sevens tournament

By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor

The start of the 2023 high school football season might still be a month of way, but scores of area players were sweating it out at New Canaan High School last Friday, earning some much-needed reps before August.

32 teams from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut turned out on July 7-8 to compete in the 17th annual Grip-it-and-Rip-it Tri-State Passing Tournament, and annual showcase that pits some of the top teams in the area against each other in seven-on-seven competition. The two-day event was eventually won by local powerhouse Stepinac—which defeated Fairfield Prep in Saturday’s finals—but for most squads, the main goal was to get in work against other schools in a setting that would prepare them best for the upcoming fall campaign.

Two teams in attendance that were keenly aware of coming into the season on a positive note were rivals Harrison and Rye—longtime foes whose annual rivalry game is normally one of the biggest events on the Section I football calendar. This year, however, the two teams will square off in an unprecedented Week 0 game on Sept. 2, meaning neither squad will come into the storied tilt with

any sort of game experience.

To that end, Rye quarterback AJ Miller explained why it was so important for teams to schedule as much competition as possible in the summer months.

“It’s about competing, and even though there’s no way to simulate Friday Night

Lights, you can’t do it in a scrimmage, a practice or sevens,” he said. “But playing against another team, getting those pregame feelings in your stomach, that’s what I think this is all about.”

Following Friday’s pool play, both Harrison and Rye were able to win their first-

round matchups on Saturday to advance but were stymied in the second round. Harrison would fall to Shenendehowa, while the Garnets would lose to defending champs Greenwich. Other area teams involved included both John Jay East Fishkill and John Jay Cross-River,

who would square off in the first round on Saturday, with Cross-River coming out on top.

With just over a month before the preseason is kicks off, Miller says that he and his teammates will be putting in the work over the next few weeks in order to fire out

the game on the first day of camp.

“After this it’s going to be a lot of OTAs, team bonding and working hard,” he said. “And then on Aug. 19, we’re ready to go.”

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Harrison’s Marco Citro rolls out at New Canaan High School. The Huskies and Garnets will square off on Sept. 2.

Rye squares off against Norwalk at New Canaan High School on June 7. The Garnets took part in the Grip-it-and-Rip-it Try State Passing Tournament last weekend.

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Assemblyman Steve Otis and State Senator Shelley Mayer Announce Local Bridge Funding for Mamaroneck and Rye

Bridge NY Funding will Assist Flood Resiliency Projects

Westchester, NY - Assemblyman Steve Otis (AD 91) and Senator Shelley Mayer (SD 37) announced two important state grants awarded to Sound Shore communities that will assist each community with bridge infrastructure projects that are part of broader flood mitigation plans for their respective watersheds.

The City of Rye was awarded $5 million for the replacement of the Locust Avenue bridge over Blind Brook. The project will provide for better water flow in storm events and help in the city’s broader plans to mitigate flooding on the Blind Brook watershed and within Rye’s Central Business District.

The Town of Mamaroneck was awarded $769,000 to help fund the replacement of the superstructure of the Rockland Avenue bridge over Sheldrake River. This project will improve water flow at the Sheldrake River in Mamaroneck and is part of the multi-faceted flood mitigation program in the Village of Mamaroneck.

The confluence of the Sheldrake and Mamaroneck Rivers is one of the most challenging flood damage locations in the state. Separate from these two bridge projects, Assemblyman Otis and Senator Mayer included $17.5 million in the recently adopted state budget to provide New York State’s share of the Federal Army Corps of Engineers project for the Mamaroneck Sheldrake watershed.

Assemblyman Otis said, “These are important state funds to help address flood mitigation issues on the Sound Shore. Governor Hochul has been very supportive of our water infrastructure and storm resiliency needs in Westchester. Congratulations to the Town and Village of Mamaroneck and the City of Rye for submitting successful applications that brings these state dollars to our communities. Senator Mayor and I have worked closely together on flood mitigation and water initiatives in every community we share.”

Senator Mayer said, “I am pleased by Governor Hochul’s announcement that the Town of Mamaroneck and the City of Rye each received funding for bridge rehabilitation and replacement through the State’s BRIDGE NY initiative. Of the $60.1 million given to the Mid-Hudson region, I am honored that Mamaroneck will receive $769,000 to replace the superstructure of the Rockland Avenue bridge and the City of Rye will receive $5 million to replace the Locust Avenue bridge. Given the impact of climate change and flooding in each of these communities, this funding has been a high priority. This investment is critical to ensure our bridges are resilient in the face of increased climate change-related hazards. I applaud Governor Hochul for her commitment to these issues, and thank her; Commissioner Dominguez and the staff of the State Department of Transportation; Mamaroneck Supervisor Jane Elkind Eney and the Mamaroneck Town Board; City of Rye Mayor Josh Cohn and the City of Rye Council for their efforts.”

Mayor of Rye Josh Cohn said, “The Locust Avenue Bridge is one of our well-known flood trouble spots. We are delighted to have this Bridge NY funding to help replace it. We are very grateful to Senator Mayer and Assemblyman Otis for their constant support, and, of course, to Governor Hochul.”

Town of Mamaroneck Supervisor Jaine Elkind Eney said, “The Town Board and I truly appreciate the awarding of these funds from Governor Hochul’s office as the Town of Mamaroneck continually makes every possible effort to harden our infrastructure to mitigate the effects of flooding in our community. The planned deck replacement on the Rockland Avenue Bridge will improve resiliency of the vehicle crossing that is located on an important Town roadway. The Town will consider all available storm hardening opportunities during design of the bridge improvements to protect our infrastructure and the broader Mamaroneck community against the effects of climate change. Much appreciation goes out to Senator Mayer and Assemblyman Otis who work tirelessly together to champion the Town’s needs.”

Mayor of the Village of Mamaroneck Tom Murphy said, “I am very grateful to Assemblyman Otis and Senator Mayer for coming through for Mamaroneck once again. Where this bridge is located is at the epicenter of flooding and where significant damage has been sustained by our residents. Any improvement that will help speed stormwater through Mamaroneck is both welcome and needed.”

The bridge funding for Mamaroneck and Rye were provided through the State’s BRIDGE NY program, which assists local governments across the state harden their existing infrastructure while boosting the resiliency of bridges and culverts in the state. The State’s BRIDGE NY initiative supports projects that combat climate change by reducing the risk of flooding, improves the resiliency of structures, facilitates regional economic competitiveness, and prioritizes projects that benefit environmental justice communities.

This announcement builds upon the more than $716 million that had previously been awarded to local governments statewide. As part of the State’s historic $32.8 billion capital plan adopted last year, $1 billion was committed to BRIDGE NY, effectively doubling the size of the program.

Contact:

Mayer: Hannah Kirk, hkirk@nysenate.gov, (860) 207-0926

Otis: Verena Arnabal, arnabalv@nyassembly.gov, (617) 413-7122

ABOUT SENATOR SHELLEY B. MAYER

Senator Mayer was elected to the New York State Senate to represent the 37th District in Westchester County in an April 2018 Special Election, and she was subsequently re-elected in November 2018, 2020, and 2022.

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EHS Student wins big at National Leadership Conference

Eastchester High School student Kaya Nolan made a mark on the national stage this summer, as the rising junior took home a second-place finish at the Future Business Leaders of America’s National Leadership Conference, held in Atlanta, GA in late June.

Nolan was one of four EHS FBLA members—including Ava Pollicina, Nanato Kubo and Nomuun Undrakh— to represent the school at the event, which featured thousands of high school and middle school-aged students from all over the country and abroad.

The FBLA is an organization dedicated to promoting business skills in students, from middle school to college. Each year, the National Leadership Conference offers promising youngsters a chance to learn about innovations in the business world and compete in various fields related to business, computers and social sciences.

Competing in “Advertising”—one of over 70 categories included at the conference— Nolan aced a 100-question multiple choice exam on July 28 that cemented his top two spot in the national ranks. Nolan said that while he was fairly confident he had performed well, it was a thrill to find out how he had done in relation to the rest of the field.

“It was basically a run-through of advertising concepts and I felt comfortable with most of the material, but I knew that since this was on a national level, the majority of other students probably felt the same way,” said Nolan. “So, I was pretty shocked to see that I had placed as high as I did.”

EHS FBLA Advisor Lauren Stipo, who accompanied the group to Atlanta, said she was thrilled with Nolan’s performance and by the continued excellence of Eastchester’s business-minded students.

At a statewide leadership conference in April, 18 Eagles accounted for 24 top-four finishes in total.

“Kaya showed a positive work ethic and determination and with over 13,000 students competing at nationals, it requires dedication and fortitude to place 2nd,” said Stipo “We have attended nationals the past two years and both years we had a student place second in their event; FBLA allows students an opportunity to network with other students, build leadership skills and learn what it means to be a professional.

In addition to the competition, Nolan said simply attending the National Leadership Conference was an eye-opening experience. Listening to speakers, collaborating with fellow attendees in workshops and getting a chance to speak with other students from around the country gave him a better sense of the many paths a business career could take.

One workshop he found particularly insightful—How to Succeed Without Trying Too Much—offered easy tips to follow that he believes could pay dividends someday.

“The common rhetoric is if you put in enough effort and passion, you will succeed, and I do think that holds true,” said Nolan. “But this was about smaller details, about how you present yourself, how you conduct yourself around others, and how things like that can really go a long way into impacting your trajectory.”

He also believes that speaking with students whose areas of expertise didn’t align with his own helped to broaden his worldview.

“It was also interesting to see the people with separate interests from mine,” he said. “I met one person who was interested in video game design, which is out of my peripheral, and it was just interesting to hear about what he was designing and how that pertained to the competition.”

Overall, Nolan said he has greatly enjoyed his time as a member of the FBLA and urged any EHS student who might be curious about the world of business to give the group a chance next fall.

“As long as you are passionate about business, I think it’s certainly a good thing to do and it helps you develop your skills and get a better world understanding of business and economics,” he said. “But from a social aspect it’s also important; I’ve gotten to meet a lot of good friends through the club and we can share our passion for business together.”

Local stars make waves during All-Star Weekend

It hasn’t been a bad couple of days for former Section 1 baseball players, has it?

On Tuesday night, a pair of local aces shined on one of baseball’s biggest stages, as Josiah Gray and George Kirby each took the mound at the 2023 Major League Baseball All Star Game.

For Gray and Kirby, both of whom are quickly making names for themselves in the MLB ranks, the moment was a dream come true. For the rest of us that watched them come up through the ranks? That’s a thrill by association.

As the Sports Editor here at The Review I had the pleasure of covering both Kirby and Gray over the course of their high school careers. I’ve seen no shortage of special ballplayers throughout my tenure here, but it was obvious that these two were going places.

Sure, the routes they took were different. Kirby’s steely demeanor and plus-stuff made him a pitcher to watch from Day One, as he guided the Rye Garnets to the 2014 Section 1 crown with a 153-pitch performance against Lakeland as a sophomore. Gray, on the other hand, was the consummate all-around ballplayer, a smooth-as-silk shortstop with a great mound presence who would eventually develop as a frontline pitcher during his time at LeMoyne College.

We may not have known where their baseball journeys might take them, but we were always pretty sure they’d go pretty far.

So seeing them both take the mound on Tuesday night was a true pleasure for anyone that had followed these two for the past ten or so years.

But they weren’t the only former Section 1 stars that got their moments this week. In Sunday night’s MLB Draft, another pair of local stars made waves, as Walter Panas’

Sammy Stafura was taken in the second round by the Cincinnati Reds and former Lakeland star Joey Vetrano— an absolutely dominant force in his high school years—went in the fifth round to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Heady times for local baseball fans indeed!

It’s not every day you see a local athlete, in any sport, make a splash on the highest level of their sport. To see four guys in the national conversation over the span of two day? That’s huge news! And it should serve as a reminder to aspiring athletes in the area that everyone’s path might be different, but that nothing is unattainable.

So best of luck to these four stars as they continue their rise the baseball’s ranks; no matter what organization they play for, they can rest well knowing that they have a loud group supporting them here in Section 1.

Rye’s George Kirby and New Rochelle’s Josiah Gray pose for a photo at the 2023 MLB All Star Game.