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VOL. XCVII NO. 13

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“Documenting Our History for the Future.”

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THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026

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Obituary J. T. (Ted) Childs, Jr. November 26, 1944 — March 14, 2026 J. T. (Ted) Childs, Jr., a transformational diversity leader, catalyst for change and family patriarch passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, March 14, 2026, with his daughter J. Tiffany and grandson AJ by his side.

Ted was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, to the late John T. (Ted) Childs, Sr., and Clara Leonora Douglas Childs. Ted’s father modeled a strong work ethic working for Monsanto Chemical Company and his mother, a well-known educator in Springfield, encouraged high scholastic achievement. Ted received his formative education in Springfield, earning his high school diploma from Classical High School. As a teen, he interviewed for his first job as a dishwasher at Vesuvio’s Italian Restaurant, wearing a white button down shirt and tie. Ted was given the job, as the restaurant family matriarch knew she could trust Ted and could call his mother, given his choice of attire. White button down shirts became a wardrobe staple for Ted. Ted attended West Virginia State University, graduating in 1967, with a degree in Psychology. Among his many treasured collegiate experiences, he once chaired a homecoming weekend of events. His persistence to make it an unforgettable homecoming, landed him on the phone with Motown’s Berry Gordy who delivered Martha Reeves and the Vandellas for the homecoming entertainment. Ted made a lasting contribution to the university as he later served on its board of directors and as president of its foundation.

While matriculating at West Virginia State, Ted was Initiated into the

J.T. (Ted) CHILDS, JR.

Celebrating A Life Well-Lived!

Theta Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. A 60+ year member of Omega Psi Phi, he wore his fraternity pin and cap everywhere and displayed the Omega symbol on the purple front door of his home. In 2011, he received the “Omega Century Award of Excellence.” Ted beamed with immense pride as he talked about the significance of the Childs family legacy having four generations of Omega men, the first being his father J. Ted Childs, Sr. in 1942, on the campus of Tennessee State University, Rho Psi Chapter.

In 1972, Ted joined five other Omega brothers and chartered the Phi Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi, the second Omega chapter in Westchester County, and one whose membership was heavily influenced by the corporate community. The chapter held a very special place in his heart, cultivating many longstanding friendships through the years. Ted was especially proud of the chapter’s outreach to the United States Military Academy (West Point) leadership to highlight key benefits of cadet membership in the fraternity, which led to an agreement that cadets could be initiated into

the Phi Nu Chapter. Ted delighted in mentoring the devoted cadets whose culture focused on honor, loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, integrity and personal courage.

Ted cherished his children—his son, John T. Childs III, and his daughter, J Tiffany Childs—and took pride in their shared initials, JTC. He encouraged them to strive to be the best. Ted was a devoted grandfather, often describing grandparenthood as “the fourth quarter,” adding, “We were made for this.”

His 16-year-old grandson, AJ Hendricks, was grandad’s “Boy Wonder”.

Time spent together throughout AJ’s life, especially during Ted’s last years was precious, and his eyes lit up at just the mention of AJ. From back-toschool nights, to attending AJ’s baseball games to trips to Brooks Brothers to buy AJ his first sport coat, they made many special memories. Another cherished memory was taking his grandson J. Ted Childs, IV to see “The Captain” - Derek Jeter play his final two baseball games at Yankee Stadium

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Westchester County Receives $7.75 Million Federal Grant to Expand Lead Safety Program Funding Will Help Remove Lead Hazards from Older Homes across the County

WHITE PLAINS, NY – Westchester County has been awarded $7.75 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to expand its Lead Safe Westchester program, an established initiative that helps remove lead-based paint and other safety hazards from older homes across the County.

The funding will support lead hazard reduction efforts over the next four years, focusing on housing units occupied by low and moderate-income households. Since 1999, Lead Safe Westchester has invested more than $20 million in over 1,500 units improving housing conditions for residents by addressing lead hazards in homes built before 1978, when lead-based paint was commonly used.

young children. In Westchester County, more than 81 percent of housing was built before 1978, increasing the risk of exposure to leadbased paint and dust.

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said: “This $7.75 million award allows us to build on the success of the Lead Safe Westchester program and continue addressing a serious but preventable public health risk. By expanding this work, we are helping protect children and families while improving the safety and quality of affordable housing throughout Westchester County.”

Department of Planning Commissioner Blanca Lopez said: “Lead Safe Westchester has made a meaningful impact in communities across the County. This additional funding allows us to expand those efforts and reach more households Lead poisoning remains a serious but pre- that need assistance to mitigate lead hazards and ventable public health issue, particularly for improving overall housing conditions.”

Through the program, the County’s Department of Planning will continue to inspect eligible homes, develop scopes of work and coordinate repairs with certified contractors. Improvements may include paint stabilization, window and door replacement and installation of safety features such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Applications for Lead Safe Westchester are currently being accepted on a first-come, firstserved basis, with priority given to households with children under 6 and pregnant women. To qualify for assistance, households have to meet federal income guidelines and eligible properties must be built before 1978.

Residents interested in applying or learning more can contact the Westchester County Department of Planning at 914-995-4402 or PLANLSW@WestchesterCountyNY.gov.

White Plains YMCA Youth & Government Program Shines at New York State Conference

WHITE PLAINS, NY — This past weekend, the YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester celebrated an outstanding performance by its White Plains Youth & Government

delegation at the New York State Youth & Government Conference.

The weekend was highlighted by legislative and judicial achievements, individual recognition, and

awards honoring community service and leadership.

All 11 bills presented by the delegation passed in their respective chambers, with nine ultimately

signed into law by the Youth Governor. Three bills received the Outstanding Bill Award: Bill 1 (Emma Corona, Ella Frager, Birlie Scott, and Sophia Huanaca), Bill 142 (Pierce Biffert, Cameron Saily, Nizar Hammami, Eli Freedberg, and Layne Tasnady), and Bill 116 (Karim Hammami and Nathaniel Gosdin). Individual honors included Karim Hammami as Outstanding Debater and Mario Novello as Outstanding Delegate.

The YMCA’s Judicial program also had an exceptional showing, with 22 attorney pairs competing and 18 winning their cases. Three students—Abraham Beals, Juan Arroyo, and Delphine Larosiliere— were recognized as Outstanding Attorneys, and Abraham Beals earned the distinction of Outstanding Firm.

Scholarship recognition highlighted the weekend’s achievements.

Layla Hanbali received the FosdickSan Antonio Memorial Scholarship, awarded annually to four juniors for

YMCA YOUTH,

Bill 1 Outstanding Bill Awardees: Ella Frager, Emma Corona, Brielle Scott & Sophia Huanca

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Youth Organizations to Host 2nd Annual Changemaker Teen Summit & Civic Symposium on April 25th WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — The Westchester Youth Alliance, in partnership with YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester, Family Services of Westchester Youth Council, and Senator Shelley Mayer’s Youth Advisory Council, and supported by the New York Community Trust, is proud to jointly announce the Second Annual Westchester Changemaker Teen Summit & Civic Symposium, taking place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the White Plains Public Library. The morning program is open to teen participants, with the community welcome to join beginning at 12:30 PM for a free and open afternoon of youth-led civic action.

County Executive Ken Jenkins and Senator Shelley Mayer will be our esteemed keynote speakers for the event.

The summit serves as the culminating event of a six-workshop Teen Changemaker Civic Engagement Symposium series, which launched in January. During the series, 50 teens in grades 8–12 from schools across Westchester County ects addressing pressing local issues, equity, climate, housing, and more. developed community action proj- such as mental health, educational The morning program — featur-

ing skill-building breakout sessions and youth speakers — is designed

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City of New Rochelle and First Source Referral Center Partner to Host Community Job Fair on April 2 New Rochelle, NY (March 24, 2026) – The City of New Rochelle Office of Human Resources, in collaboration with the First Source Referral Center (FSRC), will host a community job fair on Thursday, April 2, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at New Rochelle City Hall (515 North Ave, New Rochelle).

This event is designed to connect local job seekers with a wide range of employment opportunities across the public sector and beyond. Participating employers will include the City of New Rochelle, the New Rochelle City School District, and a range of local businesses, offering attendees a variety of opportunities to connect with community employers.

Attendees will have the opportunity to explore available positions, meet directly with hiring representatives, and learn more about

career pathways within municipal government and the broader community.

“The City of New Rochelle is committed to building a strong, inclusive workforce that reflects and serves our community,” said Michelle Oliveros, Commissioner of Human Resources. “This job fair is an opportunity to connect residents with meaningful career opportunities while strengthening the pipeline between local talent and the organizations that serve our city every day.”

“Westhab is excited to be a part of this day.

Everyone deserves access to support themselves and their family”, said Tracy Rhett, Assistant Vice President of Youth and Employment Services at Westhab. “This job fair will allow us to connect people in our community to real opportunities and help local businesses

find the talent they need to thrive.”

FSRC provides free, comprehensive employment assistance and support service referrals to residents. Through this partnership, the City and FSRC aim to expand access to meaningful job opportunities and help bridge the gap between employers and the local workforce.

Applicants of all experience levels are encouraged to attend. Job seekers should come prepared with copies of their resume and be ready to engage with potential employers.

For more information on the Job Fair, please contact the City of New Rochelle Office of Human Resources at 914-654-2186 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM) or the First Source Referral Center at 914-365-2454 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM).

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Saturday: Join nationwide No Kings rallies to resist the Trump regime

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Public Citizen Saturday, March 28, will be one of the largest days of protest in American history — there are more than 3,100 No Kings rallies planned so far.

This is our chance to say NO to illegal war, NO to violent ICE agents in our communities, and NO to the Trump regime’s heinous attacks on immigrants and working families.

Visit our “No Kings” coalition website to find a rally near you!

Last year, millions of Americans came together for the first two No Kings protests to oppose Trump’s agenda and affirm that this nation belongs to its people, not to those who want to be kings.

Our momentum has continued to build this year — people energized by No Kings have risen up against Trump’s abuses, including the deadly escalations in Minne-

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But Trump is doubling down: • He is sending masked agents into our streets, terrorizing our communities and detaining people without warrants • He is threatening to overtake our elections, trying to make voting more difficult, and rigging electoral maps to silence dissent

No Kings Day and Black Participation

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• He is gutting health care, education, and environmental protections that our families rely on • And he is spending billions of our tax dollars on missile strikes abroad while driving up the cost of living and handing out massive giveaways to his billionaire allies Every time the Trump regime attacks everyday people and tries to take our freedoms, the No Kings movement grows stronger by responding with lawful, nonviolent resolve.

Public Citizen is proud to be one of the leaders organizing this weekend’s No Kings rallies. One of us (Robert) will speak at the flagship No Kings event in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Whether you’re joining us in Minnesota, part of a rally in your community, or joining an online event, we need to keep growing this movement and visibly resisting Trump’s cruel, authoritarian ambitions.

This Saturday, March 28, millions of Americans will take to the streets once again.

Find a rally near you and join your friends and neighbors to show Donald Trump that you’ll never back down.

We hope you can be part of a rally in your area, in person or online.

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DR. JOHN E. WARREN

This Saturday, March 28, 2026, millions of Americans will come out to participate in the third major No Kings Day Protest against the Presidency of Donald Trump. The last event drew more than 7 million people across this great land, exceeding more than 3,000 separate demonstrations.

As important as these events are in making the statement that we are still a nation of democracy and are not willing to abandon our government of checks and balances for an authoritarian king, none of this matters if our protest is not matched with our voter participation in the upcoming primary and general elections across the country. There are two key points to be made here:

One is that Blacks, who have not participated in great numbers, come out and be counted among those demonstrating. We are the victims of the “No Diversity, Equality and Inclusion” (DEI) campaign the President has launched against our programs and culture. We must remember that the protest we now see, started with “us’” during the civil rights movement; we are responsible for the Voting Rights Act; we have been the leading force for all protest movements since 1965, as others have sought to follow our example with their causes seeking government changes and inclusion.

We must make our presence known and reclaim our political significance. We can not wait until November. For those of us in California and a number of other states, Primary Elections are coming within the next 90 days. If we are not registered, we can not vote. How we register is not the issue, whether Democrat, Republican or Independent. Only our voting participation can stop Donald Trump and his efforts to make America like Russia and Hungary with authoritarian leadership instead of a democracy.

We must let our neighbors and opponents know that we still count.

We still vote and we can still make a difference in any election. No more excuses, just participation, starting this weekend with the “No Kings Day”.

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OP-ED: Black America’s 2026 Urban Challenges: Mayor Mamdani Case Study

By Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. President & CEO, National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA)

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani

Today, across the United States of America, in some of the largest urban cities, Black Americans are having renewed nightmares about being taken for granted, ignored, and being erased in history and in the public square.

Ethnic cleansing is an insidious form of systematic racism. In response to the increasing “Browning of America,” concerns are raised about the unfulfillment of prior commitments intended to ensure racial equality in municipal politics, economics, and urban revitalization.

New York City is the nation’s largest city.

The presence and contributions of African Americans to the city’s centuries-long development and evolution are rarely highlighted or saluted. The election of Zohran Mamdani would not have been possible without the huge turnout of African American and Latino voters. Yet the interests of Black America in the nation’s largest metropolis appear to be triaged routinely by the Mamdani Administration.

We are the Black Press of America. For the past 199 years, since the first publication of Freedom’s Journal in New York City in 1827, we have had to call out those who pretended to be our political allies. Accountability by those we help to elect is a fair and just demand.

Voters of color – both Black and Latino New Yorkers – backed Andrew Cuomo heavily in the primary, but then ultimately decided to give Zohran Mamdani a chance: overcoming their skepticism on housing, transit, and public safety, and reportedly moved by his affordability agenda.

This trust, on the part of Black voters in particular, may have been misplaced. Why? Several troubling early signs that the new mayor is disregarding New Yorkers of color and treating them like Ralph Ellison’s iconic Invisible Man. Thus far Mayor Mamdani has appointed no Black deputy mayors. This is a glaring signal to Black voters who voted for Mamdani on the promise of racial equity in the city’s administration. Does Mamdani value our insights, lived experiences, or our voices in crafting critical policies in City Hall?

Mamdani was forced to apologize to Black New Yorkers for overlooking the historical contributions of enslaved and indigenous people to building the city when he talked about a city “built by immigrants” in his inauguration speech.

The Mamdani administration is holding a series of “Rental Ripoff” hearings, spearheaded by Cea Weaver, the director of his Office to Protect Tenants, who called homeownership a form of

white supremacy. The mayor is reaching out to help private landlords rather than prioritizing fixing public housing (NYCHA), which has a dismal track record of poor conditions (no heat, year-plus waits for repairs, rampant pests and mold).

90 percent of the more than 511,000 NYCHA residents are Black and Latino, which is part of a larger trend in which 95 percent of Black households in New York State live in highly segregated buildings and/or neighborhoods. NYCHA is the largest landlord in NYC, so the Mamdani administration telling residents to wait even longer for a solution to their long-standing sub-standard living conditions has to be challenged.

The unfolding case study of Mayor Mamdani in New York City reveals that we must keep voting, with record voter turnout. But after the elections, we must hold mayors and other elected officials accountable. Mamdani still has time to ensure greater equity in NYC. But will he do the right thing at the right time?

Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. is President and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and can be reached at dr.bchavis@nnpa.org

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Celebrating A Life Well-Lived!

and Fenway Park. He indulged his granddaughter, affectionately called Kiki, with a trips to the ballet to see the Nutcracker. During the outing, they had Kiki’s preferred meal of sushi, even though Ted would have rather indulged in a steak from his favorite steak house, Sparks. In 2023, Ted accomplished a bucket list wish to travel with his family to Oak Bluffs in Martha’s Vineyard.

Over the week, Ted shared an unforgettable time with his family and his dear friend, fraternity brother and godfather to his son John Fuller. Together they all celebrated African American heritage and culture, a strong sense of community and family bonding.

For 39 years at IBM, Ted Childs accomplished what often seemed impossible—until he made it happen. As a pioneering Human Resources executive, he helped redefine the contemporary workplace.

In the 1990s, he spearheaded the creation of corporate resource and referral services for working families that were soon emulated nationwide. Through the American Business Collaboration for Quality Dependent Care, he galvanized 137 companies in 1995, to raise more than $100 million to improve access to quality childcare in communities across the country.

Ted relentlessly raised the bar for workplace flexibility and inclusion. He was behind IBM’s decision to provide domestic partner benefits in 1997, long before this was the norm. He led the way in transforming IBM—and influenced countless other companies—into becoming more welcoming and productive environments for women, working parents, people with disabilities, and people of all racial, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Yet Ted’s definition of diversity was different than most: to him, diversity meant all employees. When he established employee constituency groups, both at IBM and later as a consultant to leading corporations, those groups included white men alongside traditionally underrepresented communities. He always sought to create

policies and programs that benefited employees and employers alike.

Upon his retirement from IBM in 2006, Ted continued his groundbreaking diversity efforts through the establishment of Ted Childs®, LLC. The role of Ted Childs® LLC was to serve as a global “Strategic Diversity Advisor” to Senior Management and Workforce Diversity teams.

It is little wonder that Fast Company writer Keith Hammond once called him “perhaps the most effective diversity executive on the planet.” When Ted spoke, companies listened. His work was instrumental in making this nation more familyfriendly.

Ted was a transformational leader and he impacted many lives over the course of his career. As news of his death spread, tributes poured in from business leaders across the globe, using words like “a force of nature,” “giant,” “more than a trailblazer or visionary—a major icon,” and “a man of consequence.” Others put it more simply: “A man we may never see the likes of again.”

And, “There will never be another Ted Childs.”

A spellbinding and forceful speaker, Ted riveted audiences not only with his oratory, but with his conviction. As one tribute noted, “he was always working for the goal, the vision, and never for selfglorification or advancement.”

Ted was committed to service.

Ted took an IBM Social Service Leave in 1982-1983 to serve as Executive Assistant to Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks, Executive Director of the NAACP. He took particular pride in serving his country, including advising President Bill Clinton and Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin in 1997, on a national dependent care strategy. He also worked closely with Admiral Mike Mullen, the 17th Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during his term (2007-2011) to support policies benefiting members of the U.S. military and their families.

He lent his expertise to numerous other organizations such as the National Council of Negro Women and

various historically black colleges and universities.

A mentor to countless individuals, Ted had a distinctive way of drawing others into purposeful work. They knew if the phone rang again and again in rapid-fire succession that Ted had something for them to do or someone for them to meet that couldn’t wait.

Ted Childs received numerous awards for his stellar work, including the 1998 Lifetime Achievement Award from NACCRA (now Child Care Aware); the Diversity Award for Excellence in Diversity in the Corporate Sector from Working Mother Magazine in 2000; and the Corporate Leadership Award in 2003 from the Human Rights Campaign. In 2004, Harvard Business School featured him in the Harvard Business Review HBS collection IBM’s Diversity Strategy: Bridging the Workplace and the Marketplace.

Ted was the third recipient of “The Captain Charlie Tomkins Award” in 2011, a civilian award given by the U.S. Navy to recognize those who make the Navy a better place for all naval personnel. In May of 2014, Ted was inducted into the HistoryMakers, the nation’s largest AfricanAmerican video, oral history collection. In 2017, he was honored with the “Guys Who Get it Award” by the Institute for Women’s Leadership.

Additionally, in May, 2017, Ted was recognized at the 25th Anniversary Tanenbaum Annual Awards Gala with the Inspiration Award recognizing his support of Tanenbaum and their work in addressing religious diversity in the workplace.

Ted was also a dedicated member of the Executive Leadership Council (ELC) for nearly 30 years. He held life memberships in the National Association of African Americans in Human Resources, The National Council of Negro Women, Inc., The National Organization of Women (NOW), the NAACP, the Sierra Club, and the Bass Anglers Sportsmen Society.

Ted received Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters Degrees from Pace University (2001), West

Virginia State University (2003), and Our Lady of the Elms College (2005).

Ted loved his life’s work of being a transformational leader that took many dedicated days, nights, years, and decades. Through it all he never lost sight of what mattered most to him—families. If he saw someone after a family member had passed and they tried to talk business, he was known to say, “NO. NO. Wait a minute. You just lost someone. That’s what’s important.

We need to talk about that.”

In addition to a phenomenal and impactful career which provided for his family, he enjoyed fishing, riding his bike to stay in shape, and listening to classical jazz music.

Ted Childs was preceded in death by his former wife, Violet Marie Childs and his brother, Obie Childs. He is survived by his two children, J Tiffany Childs and John T. Childs, III (Resa Kierstein); his three grandchildren, John T. Childs, IV, Kiersten Jessica Childs, and Adonis Depew (AJ) Hendricks, Jr.; his brother Clarence Childs (Jessie); his nieces, Chequita Childs and Dr. Clarice Nichole Childs; his nephews Eric Childs, Todd Childs, Dr. Kristopher Childs and Kennard Childs; and a host of other relatives, godchildren and friends.

Ted’s mother once urged him to “Never reach for the mountain top.

If you fall, you will land at the bottom of the mountain. Reach for the stars. If you miss, you may just land on top of the mountain.” He did, but even the stars were a beginning. In a manuscript he was completing, he reflected that “what’s possible” is a way-station. “When we are successful, if thoughtful, we realize that we have done something transformational—and now have need for a new vision, the next ‘What is possible?’ question.”

Ted Childs leaves behind not only a legacy of transformation, but a challenge—to keep asking what is possible, then working with unshakeable perseverance to make it happen.

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Duke Ellington HS Show Choir Inspires Community with Performance at United Methodist Church in New Roc

By Barbara L. Edwards, Esq.

Members of Women’s Leadership Institute and the Renaissance Chapter of The Society Incorporated On March 18, 2026, the Duke Ellington High School Show Choir of Washington, DC delivered a truly memorable performance at the United Methodist Church, captivating the audience with artistry, energy, and excellence. Moderated

by Barbara L. Edwards, President of the Women’s Leadership Institute and Robin Williams, President of the Renaissance Chapter of The Society, Incorporated. The showcase was both engaging and deeply meaningful, reflecting the choir’s exceptional talent and commitment to storytelling through music.

Guided by the theme “Young, Gifted, and Black,” the choir’s performance celebrated identity, creativity, and cultural pride. Each selection resonated with the audience, highlighting not only musical precision but also the passion and confidence of these young performers. Their presence on stage embodied the power of youth voices in the arts and underscored the importance of creating spaces where those voices can be seen and heard.

Adding depth and historical context to the evening, Kory Skipper-Miller delivered an inspiring oration honoring the legacy of Duke Ellington. His remarks offered insight into Ellington’s enduring influence on American music and culture, reminding the audience of the responsibility and privilege of carrying that legacy forward through education and artistic expression.

The event served as a wonderful op-

portunity to bring an uplifting and enriching experience to the community while also celebrating Women’s History Month. By showcasing young, talented performers, the program emphasized the vital role women leaders play in creating opportunities for youth and fostering environments where excellence can thrive.

This impactful showcase was made possible through the intentional collaboration of the Women’s Leadership Institute and the Renaissance Chapter.

Together, these organizations set a remarkable example of partnership and shared vision. Their collaboration extended beyond the performance itself, making it possible for the Duke Ellington Show Choir to visit local colleges and universities as the students explore pathways to higher education and future artistic pursuits.

This collective effort stands as powerful evidence of what can be achieved when committed women work together with purpose. Their dedication to nurturing young people in the arts not only enriched the community for one evening but also contributed to the longterm growth and inspiration of the next generation.

The Duke Ellington Show Choir’s concert was more than a performance— it was a celebration of culture, leadership, and the transformative power of collaboration.

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Supreme Court, Westchester County INDEX NO.: 58629/2026 in the Matter of the Application of MEADOWS MANAGEMENT LLC, plaintiff/petitioner, for the Dissolution of 9 HUNTS LANE CAPITAL CORP.., a domestic business corporation, against PIERPONT DEVELOPMENT LLC and KEVIN CASSIDY, Upon reading and filing the Verified Petition of MEADOWS MANAGEMENT LLC, a 50% shareholder in 9 HUNTS LANE CAPITAL CORP., sworn to on the 2nd day of March, 2026, together with the exhibits annexed thereto, and all of the proceedings heretofore had herein, LET respondents/defendants PIERPONT DEVELOPMENT LLC and KEVIN CASSIDY, show cause at Commercial Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Westchester, to be held at the Courthouse located at 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, White Plains, New York , on the 8th day of April, 2026, at 9:30 AM, or as soon thereafter as counsel can he heard, why an order should not issue: 1) Dissolving 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp., a domestic corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of New York and having a principal place of business in the County of Westchester, pursuant to the authority of BCL § 1104(c); 2) Directing a full accounting of the assets of 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp.; 3) A judgment on the third cause of action against Respondents/Defendants for breach of fiduciary duty in an amount to be determined at trial; and 4) For such other and further relief as the Court deems just, proper and equitable.

ORDERED, that 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp., its officers and directors on the return date of this Order furnish to the Court a schedule of the corporate assets and liabilities and the name and address of each shareholder and of each creditor and claimant, including any with unliquidated or contingent claims, and any with whom the corporation has unfulfilled contracts; and it is further ORDERED, that a copy of this Order shall be published in the Westchester County Press, or such other newspaper of general circulation in Westchester County as designated by the Court once in each of the three (3) weeks before the time appointed for the hearing thereon; and it is further ORDERED, that a copy of this Order and the documents on which it is based be served upon Respondents/Defendants PIERPONT DEVELOPMENT LLC pursuant to LLCL §303 and KEVIN CASSIDY pursuant to CPLR §308 on or before March 6, 2026 and shall be deemed good and sufficient service; and it is further ORDERED, that a copy of this Order, and the documents on which it is based be served upon 9 Hunts Lane Capital Corp. and the New York State Tax Commission, and any other interested parties as prescribed under BCL § 1106(c) on or before March 9, 2026 and shall be deemed good and sufficient service. ENTER: Linda S. Jamieson, J.S.C.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) # 2026 – 01 REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSALS FOR

CO-DEVELOPMENT PARTNER FOR THE MHACY HOMEOWNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE

The Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers, NY (the Authority) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Proposals from development firms interested in partnering with the MHACY for a Homeownership Development Initiative for work under a single award contract with the Authority for a five (5)-year term.

This RFQ is the only information provided to prospective respondents and contains submission requirements, terms, conditions, and other pertinent information for submitting a responsive proposal. The RFQ will be available online starting April 7, 2026, at www.mhacy.org.

The deadline for questions prospective respondents may have is April 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). All questions must be emailed to procurement@mhacy.org prior to the questions deadline. No telephone calls and/or written communication sent via mail will be accepted.

Proposals must reach the Authority no later than 3:00 PM (EST) on April 30, 2026. Late submissions will be handled in accordance with the provisions in Form HUD-5369B. The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, sexual orientation, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or family status. The Authority solicits and encourages the participation of minorities and small businesses in procurement.

Contact, related to this procurement, with members of the Authority’s Board of Commissioners, or Authority’s officers and/or employees other than the contact person show below, during the procurement process could result in disqualification of a proposal.

Wilson Kimball President & CEO Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers 1511 Central Park Avenue Yonkers, New York 10710

Project No. RFQ 2026-01

TEEN SUMMIT, Cont’d. from page 3

for teen participants. Beginning at 12:30 PM, the event opens to the full community for the Open Symposium, where more than 15 teen-led projects will be on display for parents, educators, community partners, local officials, and neighbors to view. The afternoon concludes with a closing awards ceremony and celebration. Three community leaders, including State Senator Shelley Mayer, Westchester Children Association’s Angel Grey, and Former Bedford Councilman and Social Impact Consultant Andres Castillo YMCA YOUTH, Cont’d. from page 2 will act as judges and together will choose one project as a winner. The wintheir dedication to service and community involvement. Francis Fokue was ning group will receive $500 in funding towards the implementation of their awarded the Clement A. Duran Scholarship, granted to one senior each year community project. in recognition of leadership, community commitment, and support for postLocation: White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave, White Plains, high school goals.

NY 10601.

Several students were also selected for prestigious national programs.

Francis Fokue, Charis Choi, and Daniel Appel will attend the National Judicial Competition in Austin, TX, while Olivia Pesso, Layla Hanbali, and Karim Hammami were selected for the Conference on National Affairs at Blue Ridge YMCA. Additionally, Karim Hammami, Mario Novello, and Olivia Pesso were elected as legislative presiding officers for the 2026–2027 conference year. Capping off an incredible weekend, the delegation earned the Building Strong Communities Award, recognizing the program with the highest community service per capita.

“We could not be more proud of this group for their hard work, leadership, and dedication to making a difference in their communities,” said [Spokesperson/Program Director]. “These young leaders exemplify the values of the YMCA and the power of youth engagement in civic life.”

ABOUT OUR Y: The YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester strengthens communities by nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of responsibility and belonging for all. ymca-cnw.org/

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER

INDEX NO. 68930/2025

_______________________________________________ WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-3, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3 Plaintiff,

Plaintiff designates WESTCHESTER as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 308 SOUTH 2ND AVENUE, MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550

vs.

DEREK SCOTT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EVETT MILLER; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF EVETT MILLER any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #1; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #2; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #3; JOHN DOE (NAME REFUSED) AS JOHN DOE #4, “JOHN DOE #5” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last eight names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

To the above named Defendants: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

Section: 169.23, Block: 3115, Lot: 3 NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT

THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $200,000.00 and interest, recorded on October 18, 2006, in Control Number 462750543, of the Public Records of WESTCHESTER County, New York., covering premises known as 308 SOUTH 2ND AVENUE, MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550.

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

WESTCHESTER County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: February 20th, 2026 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675

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Community Calendar

CALENDAR SUBMISSION: Please use a brief paragraph to describe your event. The paragraph should include event name, date(s), time, location and contact information. Send calendar information via email to westchestercountypress@yahoo.com. Please type “CALENDAR EVENT” in the subject bar.

Saturday, March 28

Six community leaders will be highlighted and presented to the public during the 2nd Annual Woman’s History Month Luncheon & Program sponsored by the Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus, Greater Peekskill Area Chapter. The event will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Peekskill Firehouse, 1141 Main Street in Peekskill, NY. Tickets are $30 pp and may be purchased through Zelle at this number: (914) 427-3822. (See flyer on page 9 for more details.)

Saturday, March 28

Residents across NY-17 are gathering on Saturday, March 28 as part of the NO KINGS day of action.

Participants from Westchester, Rockland, Putnam and Dutchess counties are joining a districtwide rally held simultaneously at two locations along the Hudson River - Pierson Park in Tarrytown and Memorial Park in Nyack standing visibly across the water from one another in a unified demonstration of solidarity. No Kings NY-17 District-Wide Rally on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM Tarrytown and Nyack, NY: Two locations: Pierson Park, 238 W Main St (Lot C) Tarrytown, NY 10591 and Memorial Park 4 Depew Ave, Nyack, NY 10960..

The multi-location rally is intended as a symbolic, district-wide action highlighting unity across communities connected by the Hudson River. Prior to the sister rallies, young organizers from the district will meet in the middle of the Mario M. Cuomo bridge, further articulating the united district. Planned Speakers Tarrytown / Participants (In Formation): Rev Bill Baker, Christ Church Saint Marcos in Tarrytown

Tony award winner Ali Strokes Jazmyn (Inez Wilson and Jim Farley) Planned Speakers Nyack / Participants (In Formation): Pete Dominick (MC) Singing Resistance Rockland Additional Context:. No Kings is a nationwide, nonviolent movement coordinated with partners including ACLU, American Federation of Teachers, Common Defense, 50501, Human Rights Campaign, Indivisible, League of Conservation Voters, MoveOn, National Nurses United, Public Citizen, SEIU, among others. Learn more at www.NoKings.org.No Kings events are nonviolent actions. Organizers are coordinating with local partners to ensure safe, orderly events. Click HERE to find local events across Westchester.

people-powered campaign across District 15. Please RSVP at kishaforwestchester@gmail.com or call (646) 319-2908. Together, we are building the future of District 15, one that is stable, safe, and sustainable. We hope to see you there.

Tuesday, March 31

Sign up now for “Women Leading the Change: a Community Connections Mini-Circle” hosted

by Village Trustee Nancy Naulaguari on Tuesday, March 31st at 6:00pm. This program celebrates the strength, courage and achievements of women in our community and provides the opportunity for women in the community to connect with one another for support and friendship. Sign up in person or by phone (914) 939-6710 and Sunday, March 29 press 103 to attend. For more inThe public is cordially invited to formation, contact (914)939-6710 join the Friends of Kisha Skipper, and press 103.. candidate for County Legislator Tuesday, March 31 in the 15th CLD, for an inspiring afternoon as we close out Wom- thru Friday, April 3 en’s History Month with Women We’re excited to share that Girls Inc. Leading the Way: Celebration of Westchester County is now accepting registrations for our upcom& Fundraiser.. At a critical moing Spring Break Program — and ment for our community, we are we’d love your help spreading the coming together to celebrate the word! This free four-day program power, strength, and impact of will take place March 31–April 3 at women’s leadership and to con- Yonkers Arts and is open to girls in tinue building momentum for a grades 5–8. Throughout the week, campaign rooted in affordability, girls will enjoy a fun and engaging safety, and a sustainable future. mix of leadership activities, games, The event will be hels on Sunday, creative projects, movement, teamMarch 29, 2026, from 3:00 PM – building, and hands-on experiences 5:00 PM, at Off the Hook, 47 N designed to help them build confiBroadway in Yonkers, NY 10701 dence, explore their strengths, and connect with peers in a positive and This will be an afternoon of consupportive space. Program Detail: nection, community, and purpose Cost: Free. Dates: March 31–April as we bring together supporters 3 • Time: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Lofrom across Bronxville, Eastches- cation: Yonkers Arts, 216 Lake Ave, ter, and Yonkers.We invite you Yonkers, NY. Registration Link: to support this event at a spon- https://forms.gle/gUfJQ7Wi3wjHEsorship level that works for you. HuE7 We would be so grateful if Your contribution helps us con- you could share this opportunity tinue reaching voters, building with girls and families in your netrelationships, and advancing a work. It’s a great chance for girls

to spend part of their spring break in a space that is fun, empowering, creative, and community-centered.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Thank you, as always, for your partnership and support.

Saturday, April 11-

The Laymen’s Auxiliary of the Central Hudson Baptist Association invites you to join in honoring a few “Men of Integrity” from within our Hudson Valley and surrounding communities. The 15th Annual “Men of Integrity Banquet” which celebrates men with a “heart to serve their church and community”, will be held at the Villa Borghese, located at 70 Widmere Place, Wappingers Falls, N. Y. Doors open at 11:30am.

Tickets are $75 for adults, $50 for youth (12 and under). For tickets and information please contact Rev. William Wallker at 914-582-2090 or the Event Chairman, Deacon Jermaine Garrant at (914) 439-1795.

ALL ARE WELCOME

Saturday, April 18

The New Rochelle Royal Ladies Red Hats are hosting a bus and orchestra seating to the Dance Theatre of Harlem at NYC City Center, 7:30PM performance. Join us. Tickets are $150 (use Zelle).

Contact Sylvia Reid (914-6205066) or Andra Adamson (914267-5841) for details.

Thru Sunday, April 26

Protean Core: March 19 - April 26, 2026 | Reception: March 19, 6-8 pm On View at Pelham Art Center, Curated by Neptune in June. Open: Mon - Fri (9am 5pm), Sat - Sun (10am - 4pm), 155 5th Avenue, Pelham, NY 10803 Naomi Chambers’ site-specific installations invite healing through play, weaving a ectionately elastic community bonds.

She exalts found objects to bring the everyday stories and experiences of Black culture and motherhood into environments of care.

Through painting, casting, and

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Community Calendar

CALENDAR SUBMISSION: Please use a brief paragraph to describe your event. The paragraph should include event name, date(s), time, location and contact information. Send calendar information via email to westchestercountypress@yahoo.com. Please type “CALENDAR EVENT” in the subject bar. bedazzling, Chambers’ spaces tell perennial stories of nourishment and resilience. www.neptuneinjune.com | info@neptuneinjune. com IG: @neptuneinjune.ny. info@pelhamartcenter.org

Sunday, April 26

2:15pm to 3:45pm on Sunday, April 26th at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, NY. Connecting Rights of Nature, Leachate and Waste Incineration: Learn, Explore, Join with Three Environmental Groups in Working Towards A Flourishing Hudson River Valley Ecosystem We humans make our homes within ecosystems and depend on water bodies and ecosystems for our own health and survival.

Learn and explore with three organizations WASS (Westchester Alliance for Sustainable Solutions), New York River Watch and ROAR (Religious Organizations Along the River) the environmental issues we face, ways to advocate, and how a rights of nature bill in NYS would allow the eco-

systems, of which we are apart, to exist and flourish. Come with curiosity and questions. RSVPs are required to attend: https://forms. gle/AfUsYvyDEK7HhosR6

Sunday, April 26

Race Amity of Northern Westchester and Putnam is very pleased to partner with members of the Yorktown/Somers Interfaith Council to offer this special program “Supporting Our Immigrant Neighbors” on Sunday, April 26th at 2:00 at the First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown, 2880 Crompond Road in Yorktown. Please RSVP here: tinyurl.com/yc83eef2. Refreshments will be served Discussion will follow the presentation. We welcome you to come learn with our community! In amity, The Steering Committee of RANWP

Friday, May 1

May 1st - Law Day! The Rule of Law And the American Dream. In the month of May, Courts, Judges, Law clerks, Court officers, Police officers and local practicing attor-

Former Mount Kisco Resident Michael Baine Passes

Michael Baine, of New Haven, Connecticut passed away on March 12, 2026. He was 61 years old. He was born in Mount Kisco, NY on August 20, 1964, to Paul and Barbara Ann Baine. After graduating from high school, Michael worked in fine dining but his true passion was to follow in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps and so he joined the family window cleaning business in New York.

He took great pride in every job he did for his customers. Eventually, Michael took over the family’s business, which was founded by his grandfather Harry Baine. In his spare time, Michael enjoyed riding

MICHAEL BAINE

his bicycle, hiking and traveling in New England.

Michael will be sadly missed but always remembered with love by his mother Barbara Ann Baine; his brother Jonathan Baine; his niece and nephews and numerous extended family members and friends. He was predeceased by his father Paul Baine, and his sister Lizabeth Johnting.

Care of arrangements has been entrusted to Aurora McCarthy Funeral Home. Services will be private. For online condolences or to share a story of Michael, please visitwww.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com

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