WESTCHESTER’S OLDEST AND MOST RESPECTED NEWSPAPERS

Vol 51 Number 28 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, July 11, 2014 Property Taxes Take Center Senate Democrats Unite; Stage in Governor’s Race More Trouble for GOP

County Executive Rob Astorino Gov. Andrew Cuomo State Sen. Jeff Klein State Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins

By Dan Murphy taxes by 20 percent. He broke his word. Under By Dan Murphy co-leadership between Stewart-Cousins and Sen. With five months to go before Election Day, Astorino, Westchester has the highest property The announcement last week that the State Jeff Klein, chairman of the IDC. Despite having the war of television advertising has begun be- taxes not only in New York, but the highest prop- Senate Democratic Caucus, led by Westchester a majority of 33 Democratic senators, Klein and tween the campaigns of Gov. Andrew Cuomo erty taxes in the nation. If you can’t trust him to Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins, has come to an the IDC joined with the 29 Senate Republicans and his Republican challenger, Westchester manage taxes in Westchester, you can never trust agreement with renegade Democrats that make in 2012 to form a working majority that has shut County Executive Rob Astorino. The most recent him as governor,” states the ad, paid for by the up the Independent Democratic Caucus on a new out Stewart-Cousins and many Senate Democrats ad from Democrats attempts to link Astorino to NYS Democratic committee. Democratic working majority in the State Senate from the decision-making process, and committee the fact that Westchester homeowners pay the While the ad is factually correct, Astorino, next year has implications for many senators from chairpersons in the Senate. highest property taxes in the country. in his five years as county executive, has halted both parties who represent Westchester. The recent decision by Cuomo to accept “Can we trust Rob Astorino? When he ran the increase in county property taxes. He has The agreement, reached by Gov. Andrew the endorsement of the Working Families Party for county executive, he promised to cut property Continued on Page 7 Cuomo and Senate Democrats, calls for a Senate Continued on Page 8 Students Named ‘Confident Zion Episcopal Church Women, Compassionate Leaders’ Girls Raise $300 for Animals

From left are Pauline Gilmore of Yorktown, and Emily Murray and Samantha DeMichael of Eastchester.

“Confident Women, Compassionate nized for their accomplishments during the re- Leaders,” the mantra of the Academy of Good cent academic year. Counsel High School in White Plains, is exem- Students from Eastchester, members of plified by the recent scholastic achievements the Catholic Youth Organization at Immaculate and community service by its students. Conception Church, celebrated their compas- Aleah and Willa, members of the Zion Episcopal Church in Dobbs Ferry, held a fundraiser earlier this year to benefit the Yonkers Animal Shelter. They came up with the idea of making Following the recent class of 2014 gradu- sion with the compassion of the Little Sisters magnets, cards and gift bags with handmade pet toys and baked dog bones to sell through a ation, with millions of dollars in scholarship of the Poor, located in the Bronx. The order of church project. Their hard work help them raise $300, which they presented to shelter direc- offerings, underclasswomen are being recog- Continued on Page 5 tor Almira Simpson.

‘Bikes4kids’ Gives Foster Area Businessman Goes Children a Chance to Ride The Distance for Habitat fundraise for Habitat for Human- ity of Westchester, a non-profit dedicated to providing affordable housing to families and individu- als in need. Levitt-Fuirst Associates first partnered with Habitat in 2013, when the company provided fi- nancial backing and on-site vol- unteer labor to build a home for a military veteran’s family as part of Habitat’s Veterans Initiative. This year, Levitt-Fuirst is gearing up to support the con- struction of another two homes, and Fuirst has pledged to give all donations raised by his cross- country ride to the non-profit. Fuirst launched his trip June 15 in Seattle, Wash., and intends Linking Handlebars co-founders and sisters Lucia and Cristiana Villani of Rye assist boys to bike 70 miles each day at 12 with their new helmets and bikes as part of the Bikes4Kids giveaway event at the White Plains YMCA. miles per hour. He plans to finish the ride in mid-August in Long Every child may be born to ride, but not ev- YMCA. Since April, Bikes4Kids has collected Island Beach, N.J., according to ery kid gets the opportunity – until now. and refurbished approximately 50 bicycles…and Ken Fuirst on his bike trip across North America for his website, www.KensBikeRide. Thanks to the Westchester Cycle Club and counting. Habitat for Humanity of Westchester. com. the Rye-based nonprofit Linking Handlebars, “The bicycles collecting dust in your garage By Samantha Diliberti What most affected Fuirst dozens of Westchester County foster children can make a real difference in the life of a foster Some people support a charitable organi- during the 2013 veteran homes project was his will receive a bicycle and helmet as part of the child,” said County Executive Robert Astorino. zation by volunteering an hour of their time or first-hand experience of the positive impact “Bikes4Kids” initiative. “Riding a bike is one of life’s greatest rites of writing an annual check. However, Ken Fuirst, volunteers can make in improving the lives of On July 2, the Westchester Cycle Club gave passage. I want to thank the Westchester Cycle a partner at Yonkers-based insurance company others, he related by e-mail from his Northern away its first bikes to 10 children ranging in age Club as well as Linking Handlebars, the White Levitt-Fuirst Associates, is going the extra Tier bike route. from 4 to 15 during an event at the White Plains Continued on Page 10 3,500 miles by biking across North America to Continued on Page 8 PaGE 2 - NORTH CaSTlE RiSiNG - FRiday, July 11, 2014 Enjoy Outdoor Movie Rooney Honored by Catholic Screenings in Westchester Charities for Philanthropy

Timothy Rooney and granddaughter, actor Kate Mara. Photos by Don Pollard.

The “Family Film Frenzy” in Westchester Note that swimming is only permitted un- continues with the showing of “Cloudy with til dark, and all food and cooler guidelines for a Chance of Meatballs 2” (2013, rated PG) on regular pool hours apply. For more information, Wednesday, July 16 at Saxon Woods Pool in go to www.westchestergov.com/parks or call White Plains. The rain date is Thursday, July 17. 914-864-PARK. The park opens at 7 p.m. for after-hours In addition, “Screening Under the Stars swimming and relaxing, and the movie begins 2014” will feature “Rio 2” (2013, rated G) on at sundown. Bring a picnic, or purchase food at Friday, July 18; and “Epic” (2013, rated PG- the concession stand. For seating, bring blankets 13) on Friday, Aug. 15 at Kensico Dam Plaza and chairs. in Valhalla. Gates open for picnicking at 5 p.m., Admission is $5 per person, or free for entertainment begins at 6 p.m. and the movies children younger than 5; a Westchester County start at sunset. Park Pass is not required for admission. Event Admission is free, and carpooling is sug- Celebrity Chef and author Sandra Lee and Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Timothy Rooney. wristbands will go on sale the day of the event gested. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs at each location and will be sold on a fi rst-come, and blankets for seating, and a picnic supper. Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Catholic farms in Maryland. fi rst-served basis while supplies last. There will also be concessions for sale through- Charities of the Archdiocese of New York hon- Rooney is a director of the United States The “Family Film Frenzy” will continue out the evening. ored Timothy Rooney Sr., president of Empire Trotting Association as well as past director of with the showing of “Despicable Me 2” (2013, “Screening Under the Stars” is presented City Casino; Leonard Elmore, ESPN and CBS the Ireland Fund. He also owns a stud farm in rated PG) on Wednesday, July 23 at Willson’s by Westchester County Parks, Lippolis Electric, broadcaster; and Francis Rooney, chairman of County Kildare, Ireland with the Dargan family Waves Pool in Mount Vernon; and “The Lego Inc. and radio station WFAS. For more infor- H.H. Brown Shoe Co., Inc., at the CYO Club of and has bred Standard bred and thoroughbred Movie” (2014, rated PG) on Wednesday, July 30 mation, visit www.parks.westchestergov.com or Champions Tribute at The Waldorf-Astoria on horses for more than 40 years and is still cur- at The Brook at Tibbetts Brook Park in Yonkers. call 914-864-PARK. June 5. rently breeding and training them. The gala once again convened a dynamic Rooney and his wife, June, have been mar- group of nearly 500 New Yorkers from the ried for 50 years and have fi ve children, 18 worlds of business, philanthropy, culture, law, grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. media, politics and religion who share a deep For many years, Jane was a member of the St. concern for youth and their healthy develop- Vincent women’s auxiliary in Westchester. The GUERRINO DENTISTRY SCARSDALE A rea: 00097-05-14 Westchester-Mid; CLIPPERment and MAGAZINE spiritual growth. Michael Gargiulo, two are also members of the Everglades Club in Proof Release Account #: 59290 00092-05-14 Westchester-Shore Towns; reporter and anchor for NBC4 NewTracking York, #: 2641173.INDD served Palm Beach and 00095-05-14Timothy was Westchester-Central; a director of the 01417- Approveas master By: 06/10/14of ceremonies. PAUL GUERRINO Hospice in Palm Beach.05-14 Upper Westchester-West; 01418- C ontact your Account Service Coordinator: As well as being president phone:of Empire 914-722-6500 City “This is an incredible05-14 Upper honor Westchester-East for myself and Chad Wilt email: [email protected]; drguerrino@guerri- Mail Week: 06/23/2014 Casino at Yonkers Raceway, Rooney’snodentistry.com; business [email protected] my family,” said Timothy Rooney. “But it is the Team: 4G This ad is the property of Gannett publication and may not be reproduced. fax: 914-722-8395 phone:credentials 717-509-9256 include the presidency of Delta Elec- generosity of soPlease many review your that proof carefully.allows Gannett the is not responsibleCYO for to any error email: [email protected] not marked. fax:tric, 717-358-2542 a Westchester County electrical contracting help tens of thousandsCOUPON PLACEMENT of New MAY York CHANGE youthPRIOR TO PUBLICATION.of all Salescorporation. Rep: Al Silverman He was a former director of the religions. Through youth ministry, retreat cen- Pittsburgh Steelers and was a long-time owner ters, sports programs, cultural activities, sum- of the team with his brothers.PLEASE He SIGN is YOURalso PROOF business AND COMPLETE mer THE camps FOLLOWING and INFORMATION: so much more, we help today’s ❑ Ad is approved ❑ Ad is approved with changes ❑ Ad is not approved make changes indicated manager of the family-owned Shamrock Farm youth become tomorrow’s leaders and fi ll their in Maryland, one of the oldest horse breeding futures with promise and hope.” SIGNATURE DATE PRINT NAME

All dental specialists in each office We accept MetLife, Aetna, BCBS, firefighters, police and many other insurance plans Our motto at Guerrino Dentistry is giving back to the community. Please call 855-95-TOOTH if you would like to get us involved in one of your community service events.

GDAlways With Personal Care Permanent Teeth In 1 Day! LET’S GET ACQUAINTED exam, full set of x-rays, $ $ $ $ * consultation & 450 per implant + 600 post + 900 crown= 1950 total $ CLEANING* (reg $525)

*In absenc29e of gum disease. Uninsured new patients only. Offer expires 8/8/14 . CHILD’S SPECIAL exam, prophylaxis, $ bitewings & fluoride *Individual circumstances may incur additional cost 40 (reg $395) With this coupon. New and non-insured patients only. Limit 1 per family. Not valid with other offers or prior services. Offer expires 8/8/14 . 1 Byram Brook Place 450 Central Park Ave. LIMITED TIME OFFER Armonk · 765-0093 Scarsdale · 722-6500

227 N. Central Park Ave. 400 East Sandford Blvd. VE 2-hour in-office whitening with take $ home custom-made bleaching trays,

Hartsdale · 358-5700 Mt. Vernon · 699-6568 SA bleaching gel, desensitizing gel & 200 carry case. (reg $750, now $550) 1-855-95-TOOTH (86684) Open Monday-Saturday Offer expires 8/8/14 .

24-Hour Emergency Service · (914) 420-7083 on for new patients who start Hablamos Español VE $ ortho treatments · a new invisible way to straighten teeth SA 500 (orthodontist in office) (reg $5700, now $5200) WWW.GUERRINODENTISTRY.COM Offer expires 8/8/14 .

TEMPLATEFILE 1 5/28/14 2:48 PM Friday, July 11, 2014 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 3 Engel Greets Congressional Sisters of Hope Abuzz Art Winner From Scarsdale About New Bee Law Announces Funding for Westchester

Sister Nancy Erts, Physical Plant Manager Carlos Santiago and Sister Bette Ann Jaster stand Rep. Eliot Engel, left, with Yunchao Le, winner of the 16th Congressional District Art Contest. among the community garden beds holding a sample of a piece of hive. All three are looking forward to welcoming bees on the property. Congressman Eliot Engel recognized sistance will bring to our classrooms. Westches- Yunchao Le as the winner of the 16th Congres- ter students will benefit from increased resources, The bees have found a home in the Village to attract monarch butterflies, as well as bees. sional District Art Contest last week at the U.S. and local schools will be able to better meet the of Ossining. We plan to tend our own bees as part of creating Capitol. Yunchao’s work was selected to hang in needs of all their students, thanks to this funding.” The Village Board of Trustees voted May a sustainable and hospitable environment. It’s the Capitol gallery, alongside other winning en- Rye Neck Union Free School District will 21 to override the long-standing ordinance wonderful to partner with the Village Board and tries from across the country. receive $98,358; Rye City School District will against beekeeping in Ossining. Through a their amazing staff in this transformation.” He and his mother, Haini, attended a cere- receive $81,670; Pelham will receive $82,351; concerted effort on the part of many residents, This new legislation sets in place pro- mony and reception for all of the district winners Mount Vernon will receive $2.9 million; and East- gardeners, friends and neighbors, beekeepers tection from liability for the village and safe before meeting with their congressman. chester School District will receive $223,272. as well as trustees and their counsel, consen- standards and protection for the bees. Simply Yunchao immigrated to Scarsdale from Chi- In addition, Engel announced that the U.S. sus was finally reached and a vote in support of stated, the law is titled “Revisions to Chapter na three years ago and is planning to study indus- Housing and Urban Development has awarded bees and beekeeping passed unanimously. 75 ‘Animals’ to Require Apiary Registration.” trial design after he graduates from high school $517,159 in grants to the Municipal Housing Au- The Dominican Sisters of Hope, centered Parameters are set that include: Registration of next year. The rising senior is planning to apply thority for the City of Yonkers to provide social at Mariandale in Ossining, have long been pro- the hive; requirement for training before start- to the Rhode Island School of Design and the Art services and housing assistance to homeless indi- ponents of the bees. The Sisters have spoken at ing a hive, insuring best practices and on-going Center College of Design in Pasadena, Calif. viduals and families. public hearings, written and submitted support support; and required distances from local side- “I feel lucky and blessed,” he said. “I didn’t “Homeless individuals and families are of the bees to the trustees, hosted the Croton Bee walks, etc. expect to win when I entered the competition. I among our community’s most vulnerable popula- Keepers and the Hudson Valley Natural Bee- These and other regulations will be avail- am just happy that people like my drawing. It’s tions,” he said. “Securing safe, decent housing is a keepers meetings at the center on the north end able from the Village Clerk’s Office and on the the first prize that I ever won.” critical component to ending homelessness. This of the Village of Ossining, and even screened a village’s website. “Yunchao Le is clearly a very gifted artist,” funding will enable the City of Yonkers to better film for the mayor and trustees. The Dominican Sisters of Hope are a re- said Engel. “The Congressional Art Competi- serve the needs of homeless individuals and fami- Sisters Nancy Erts, OP; Bette Ann Jaster, ligious order based at the Mariandale Retreat tion is a chance for young, aspiring artists like lies, by preserving and expanding local housing OP; and Carlos Santiago, physical plant man- and Conference Center in Ossining, which is Yunchao to showcase their talent. I expect great programs that keep people off the streets…HUD ager at Mariandale (and future beekeeper at a sponsored ministry of the congregation. The things from Yunchao, and I look forward to hear- grants are awarded on a competitive basis, and Mariandale), were present for the approval of full service retreat center has an outdoor laby- ing how his career progresses.” the Municipal Housing Authority for the City of the new legislation. rinth, nature trails and a community garden. For Engel also recently announced $15 mil- Yonkers has an established a record of providing “I am very excited and extremely grateful more information about the Dominican Sisters lion in Title 1 Funding for Westchester County essential services to homeless individuals, fami- that the village trustees voted for the bees’ sake of Hope, visit www.ophope.org. For more in- schools from the U.S. Department of Education, lies and veterans.” tonight,” said Sr. Bette Ann. “We are planting formation about the new bee legislation, visit to ensure that children from low-income families “The HUD funding preserves more than 350 for the pollinators here at Mariandale and hope www.villageofossining.org. meet the state’s academic standards. The funding beds of transitional housing for homeless families was made available through Title I, Part A (Title in Yonkers,” said Karl Bertrand, co-chairman at I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Westchester County Continuum of Care Partner- Act. ship for the Homeless. “It also allows Westhab “Fewer investments yield a higher rate of to create Yonkers’ first CoC-funded Rapid Re- Summer Reading Program return than education, but children from disad- housing program that will help homeless people vantaged households often face obstacles which move more quickly out of shelters into their own hamper their academic progress,” he said. “Title homes.” Includes STEM Categories I funding seeks to overcome those barriers. As a The grants will be made available through The summer reading program at the Mama- chance to get their hands dirty and experiment former school teacher, I know the value this as- HUD’s Continuum of Care program. roneck Public Library will offer increased sci- with their homemade “slime.” ence, technology, engineering and mathematics For the final STEM programs, “Fizz, programs throughout the summer. Boom, Robots,” the library will be partnering In accordance with this year’s theme, with CompuChild to offer a Lego Robotics pro- “Fizz, Boom, Read,” The Mamaroneck Public gram, in which kids will learn to build and con- Local Organic Farmers & Library will be offering increased science, tech- trol their Lego creations. nology, engineering and mathematics programs Many of the children’s movies being shown throughout the summer. this summer also fit the STEM focus, such as Chefs Featured in Exhibit This focus on everything scientific will the “Lego Movie” and “Cloudy with a Chance start with the summer reading kickoff, a drop-in of Meatballs 2.” Mad Scientist Party on Tuesday, July 1 from 3 The Summer Reading Game is a fun way to 5 p.m., featuring various stations with fun and for kids to keep track of their reading and earn fizzy experiments, using everyday materials, for prizes. Kids will be challenged to read for as kids going into first grade and up who register much time as they can and in a variety of dif- for the summer reading game. ferent categories, including science and a spe- In addition, each Tuesday afternoon at 4 cial “Fizz, Boom” category, but will be able to p.m. through Aug. 12, there will be a separate choose any books they want to fulfil their goals. Fizz, Boom-themed program, many of them For more information on the Summer comprised of STEM components. For example, Reading Game or a full list of programs being the “Fizz, Boom, Bounce” program will let kids offered, contact the children’s reference desk at find out what makes bouncy balls bouncy and 914-630-5894. then make their own to take home, while the Summer reading programs are available for “Fizz, Boom, Slime” program will give kids the teens and adults, as well.

Hudson Valley organic farmers Hanna Bail, left, and Jacob Diaz are featured at the Westches- ter Community College exhibit. A photography exhibit at Westchester Com- process, a technique developed in the mid-19th munity College titled “Organic Farmers and century, when the art of photography was in its Chefs of the Hudson Valley” features the work infancy. Much as the amber toned images recall of Francesco Mastalia. the early photographer exploring and cultivating The Hudson Valley has become an epi- his art, so too do these images remind us of a center for the local, organic, sustainable food time when the cultivation of land was a manual movement. With its rich agricultural land, the process linking the farmer directly to the soil. awareness for sustainable living and the growing The 17,000-mile journey through the Hud- demand for local, organic food, the “locavore” son Valley includes more than 100 of its farmers farm-to-table movement has become a way of and chefs. life in the Hudson Valley. “Organic Farmers and Chefs of the Hud- “Organic” is one of the most misunderstood son Valley” is being published by powerHouse and often misused words describing food today. Books, a leading publisher of high quality art In narrating their stories, the farmers and chefs and documentary photography books. The 224- share their philosophy about what it means to page hardcover book will be released in Septem- grow and live organically and sustainably. “Or- ber of this year. ganic” is not just about growing and producing Francesco Mastalia is a photographer, au- food, it is about the life of the planet. It is about thor, instructor and lecturer of photography. He preserving an agricultural tradition that will safe- has traveled the world photographing tribal, reli- guard farmland for future generations. gious, spiritual and indigenous people. His book The exhibit spotlights the Hudson Valley as “Dreads,” published by Workman Artisan, is a a region at the forefront of this movement. It fea- photo documentary on the history of dreadlocks. tures the dedicated farmers who are committed With travels to Ethiopia, Kenya, Angola, Namib- to growing and producing food using sustainable ia, Senegal, India, Japan, New Zealand, Jamaica methods, and the chefs who echo their beliefs and throughout the United States, “Dreads” is and pay homage to the food they produce. now in its eighth printing, sold worldwide in four The portraits of the farmers and chefs were languages, and includes an introduction by Pulit- photographed using the wet plate collodion zer Prize-winning author Alice Walker. PAGE 4 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, July 11, 2014 Larchmont Public Library and Westchester Libraries Children’s Museum Join Forces To Receive State Funds Several grants have been awarded to West- been awarded $6,714 in public library construction chester libraries to pay for capital improvement grant funds, which will enable it to replace 39 fluo- projects, announced area lawmakers last week. rescent fixtures with LED energy-efficient fixtures, The funding comes at the end of the state legisla- and replace existing ceiling tiles. tive session from $14 million in capital funds for “Any amount of additional funding, big or public library construction provided in the 2013 small, helps our libraries better maintain their fa- state budget. cilities while keeping costs at a minimum,” said State Sen. George Latimer and Assembly- Paulin. “I am very pleased that the Eastchester Li- man David Buchwald announced that the Bedford brary was included in this state grant.” Hills, Harrison and West Harrison library systems In addition, Latimer and Assemblyman have been awarded $18,202, $44,969 and $14,969 Steve Otis announced that the New Rochelle and respectively in public library construction grant Larchmont library systems have been awarded Beginning in July and continuing through 914-834-2281. funds. These will enable the Bedford Hills Free Li- $11,625 and $49,969 respectively in public library August, the Larchmont Public Library’s Burchell The Westchester Children’s Museum is set brary to install better lighting and climate control construction grant funds. These will enable the Children’s Room will combine the popular “Li- to open in 2015 and will offer exhibits that are in the 153-year old building that will make it more Hugeuenot Children’s Library in New Rochelle brary Lab” program series with the Westchester designed to encourage imagination, play and in- energy efficient; transform the Children’s Room at to install interior task lighting and storage at the Children’s Museum’s educational program, “Mu- teractive learning. Exhibit design professionals the Harrison Public Library into an enhanced envi- cellar level, while the Larchmont funding will go seum Without Walls.” The result is a six-week se- have been hard at work creating a unique learn- ronment that will provide comprehensive services toward a new roof. ries of science-based programming for children ing space, one that reflects the particular interests for the 21st century; and replace 20 steel frame, “These state grants are vital to making sure ages 8 to 11 that demonstrates core scientific of our children and our community. single-pane windows at the West Harrison branch that our libraries can continue to improve their fa- principles through hands-on experiments. According to the museum’s website, it will with heavy-duty commercial frames that are more cilities, utilizing state funds that protect the local The experiments range from unraveling the be a vibrant, interactive learning space providing energy efficient. property taxpayer from bearing the cost of these mysteries of DNA to building model solar cars; children, families and school groups the oppor- “Our libraries are centerpieces of every com- infrastructure needs,” said Otis. “These grants will arts and music programs delve into issues of cul- tunity to nurture curiosity, enhance knowledge munity and it’s important that they continue to help to ensure that our local libraries remain safe, tural diversity, history and local traditions. Each and ignite imagination through creative, hands- thrive and provide valuable resources to local resi- efficient and inviting places for the public to en- program seeks to help shape children’s knowl- on exploration. The museum is committed to dents,” said Latimer. “Between programs, facilities joy.” edge, their world view and ultimately our future. broadening knowledge of the arts, the environ- and many other services, these funds will allow our New York’s public libraries are in urgent The series kicked off July 10 when kids had ment, multiculturalism and the local and global local libraries to continue providing those services need of renovation and upgrading. A recent sur- the opportunity to build solar-powered cars to communities in an educational and recreational at a continued or even greater level.” vey showed a documented need for public library race while learning about the basics of energy, atmosphere. “Our libraries provide an important service to construction and renovation projects totaling more discovering the difference between potential and Since 2010, the “Museum Without Walls” our community, allowing families to take advan- than $2.2 billion. More than 48 percent of the more kinetic energy, and also investigate energy devel- program has reached more than 11,000 children tage of educational opportunities, computer ac- than 1,000 public library buildings in communities oped with solar panels. in more than 40 community centers and schools. cess and a diverse array of books, audiobooks and across New York are over 60 years old. Another 30 The series will continue on consecutive “This museum is a community-wide invest- DVDs to enjoy for both research and fun,” added percent are more than three decades old. Thursday afternoons at 4 p.m., with subjects ment in our children,” said Westchester County Buchwald. “This funding will help our libraries re- Many of New York’s local public libraries from a wide variety of science. The series is District Attorney Janet DiFiore. “It will provide duce energy costs and ensure that their buildings are unable to accommodate users with disabilities, scheduled to include: on July 17, “The Wright fundamental learning experiences and be an insti- are safe and up-to-date for many years to come.” are energy inefficient, cannot provide Internet and Stuff,” which deals with the science of flight; tution of exploration where children lead the pro- In addition, Buchwald noted that the Pound computer or other electronic technologies to users July 24, “Earth Rocks,” which focusses on the cess of discovery in an educational atmosphere Ridge Library received more than $54,000 for because of outdated and inadequate electrical wir- study of volcanic activity; July 31, “DNA Detec- while allowing us all to share in their experience mold and asbestos remediation, as well as assorted ing, and do not have sufficient space to house the tives,” which hones in on the scientific study of of learning about the world around them.” renovations and updates to the library’s structure. library’s expanding collection, address the need for extracting DNA; Aug. 7, “Sharks,” where kids For more information about the Westchester Latimer and Assemblywoman Amy Paulin adequate meeting room, or provide for public ac- will study one of the most fearsome predators on Children’s Museum and the “Museum Without also announced that Eastchester Public Library has cess computers. Earth and taste some cooked Maki shark steak; Walls” educational program, visit www.discov- and Aug. 14, “We Have Liftoff,” which deals erwcm.org. For information about this series of with the science of rocketry. programs or any of the other programs offered Note that space is limited for each session so at the Larchmont Public Library, call 914-834- the library is requiring advanced registration, at 22812 or visit www.larchmontlibrary.org. Watch ‘Gasland II’ With the Sierra Club The Sierra Club and Greenburgh Nature od of extracting natural gas and oil, now occur- WCC Teams with Energy Center will host a screening of “Gasland Part II” ring on a global level in 32 countries worldwide. on Wednesday, July 16 at 7 p.m. at the Green- “Gasland II” premiered at the 2013 Tribeca burgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scars- Film Festival and shows how the stakes have Companies for Open House dale. been raised on all sides in one of the most im- In this explosive follow-up to his Oscar- portant environmental issues facing our nation Westchester Community College is invit- nology. The programs are organized under the nominated film “Gasland,” filmmaker Josh Fox today. A discussion will follow the screening, and ing students interested in high-demand careers “Bright Futures” title partly because many of uses his trademark dark humor to take a deeper, refreshments will be provided by the Sierra Club. in engineering science and technology, or envi- the academic majors relate to careers that will broader look at the dangers of horizontal hydrau- For more information, go to www.Sier- ronmental studies or environmental science, to ensure we have the “bright” power we need in lic fracturing, or fracking, the controversial meth- raLowerHudson.org. an open house Wednesday, July 16. modern society. Two sessions are available, from 3 to 5 But it’s also because there are a tremen- p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., in the Technology Build- dous number of job openings in each of these ing Student Lounge on the Valhalla campus, at energy, engineering technology and sustainabil- 175 Grasslands Road. They will include faculty ity fields. Children’s Museum Seeks Volunteers members from these academic programs along Classes for the fall cohort of “Bright Fu- The Westchester Children’s Museum is in days and Sundays from noon to 3 p.m. with representatives from companies interested tures” students begin Sept. 2. need of adult, college and high school volunteers Volunteers are needed through September. in future graduates. In addition to the curriculum of founda- to welcome children and their families on the For more information, visit www.discover- At the Open House, those seeking an edu- tional and state-of-the-art courses that meet boardwalk of Rye Playland this summer, Tues- WCM.org, email Executive Director Tracy Kay at cation leading to careers in the energy field will current industry expectations, the various pro- days to Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Satur- [email protected] or call 914-421-5050. meet with representatives from Con Edison, grams strengthen students’ employability with New York Power Authority and Solar City who career development and soft skills through will discuss their need for skilled technicians classes and meetings with industry representa- and engineers. College faculty and admissions tives, visits to industry sites, and further oppor- DONATE YOUR CAR staffers will share details on how the various tunities to develop career-ready skills necessary academic programs prepare students for high for entry-level positions. Wheels For Wishes benefiting salary careers. To RSVP for the open house, go to www. The college has expanded its “Bright Fu- sunywcc.edu/brightfutures or call 914-606- tures” academic programs to include civil tech- 6679. Employers interested in partnering with nology, electrical technology, energy systems, “Bright Futures” should contact Dr. Laurie ax engineering science, environmental science, Miller McNeil at 914-606-6804 or email laurie. Hudson Valley 100% T environmental studies and mechanical tech- [email protected]. *Free Vehicle/Boat Pickup ANYWHERE *We Accept All Vehicles Running or Not Deductible *100% Tax Deductible WheelsForWishes.org Call: (914) 468-4999

PELVIC/TRANSVAGINAL MESH? Did you undergo trans-vaginal placement of mesh for OuterOuter Banks,Banks, NCNC VacationVacation Homes!Homes! pelvic organ prolapse or stress urinary incontinence Over 500 Vacation Homes, between 2005 and the present? If the mesh caused rindley from Duck to Corolla, Oceanfront to Soundfront, complications, you may be entitled to compensation. each Private Pools, Hot Tubs, Call Charles H.Johnson Law and speak with female VACATIONS & SALES Pets and More… staff members -1 800-535-5727 Book Online at www.brindleybeach.com 1-877-642-3224 “SERVICE F IRST… FUN A LWAYS!” Asbestos_NY_Press_2014_W&L 5/30/14 5:52 PM Page 1

FREE Fundraising Did your job give you Workshop for Nonprofits Lung Cancer? YOUR BOARD MEMBERS If you suffer from Mesothelioma or CAN RAISE MONEY! Lung Cancer, and exposed to Empowering your Board Members Asbestos on the job or in the mili- to be Successful Askers tary – even decades ago – you may be entitled to compensation (even Wednesday, July 30, 2014 if you’ve been a smoker!). It costs 9:30am to 12:00pm you nothing to find out, so call Reckson, a division of SL Green Realty Corp. us today! 360 Hamilton Avenue For a FREE consultation and White Plains, NY 10601 Asbestos litigation guidebook call WEITZ & LUXENBERG, the law firm with the largest Asbestos WEITZ LUXENBERG P.C.

practice in New York State. We We’re with you – every step of the way! have won over $8 Billion in 700 BROADWAY | NEW YORK, NY 10003 verdicts and settlements for hard- BRANCH OFFICES IN NEW JERSEY & CALIFORNIA working Americans, and are ready 888-411-LAWS Pre-registration is required for this FREE workshop. to help you immediately. WWW.WeitzLuxenberg.COM To register, visit npccny.org/workshop.htm or call 212-502-4191 ext. 230. Prior results do not guarantee a future outcome. We may associate with local firms in states wherein we do not maintain an office. If no recovery, no fees or costs are charged, unless prohibited by State Law or Rule. Friday, July 11, 2014 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 5 Robert Riggs & Friends of Old Croton Aqueduct Awarded

WCHS trustees and awardees at the 2014 annual meeting. From left are WCHS President Kelsey Durkin of Mt. Vernon, left, and Meena Johncutty of White Plains. Susan Morison, WCHS Executive Director Katie Hite, Sy Schulman History Award honoree Robert Riggs, Rosalind Schulman (wife of the late Sy Schulman), Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct President Mavis Cain, and WCHS Trustee P. Gilbert Mercurio. Free Society,” which won her first place in the Westchester County Historical Society Riggs, a lifetime resident of Bronxville, has Students Named Knights of Columbus regional competition. presented its newly minted historical award to devoted his time and talents over many years to Continued from Page 1 Her essay now goes to the state competition. Bronxville historian Robert Riggs and the Friends preserve, restore and advocate for the village’s Recognition for outstanding leadership of the Old Croton Aqueduct for helping to bring rich historical heritage. His many accomplish- nuns are devoted to the care of homeless and was given to Pauline Gilmore of Yorktown. the county’s rich history to the attention of the ments include the creation of the Bronxville His- elderly, providing them with shelter and food. The Capuchin Youth and Ministry Award was general public, at its 140th annual meeting, held torical Conservancy in 1988, which has initiated CYO members, Good Counsel students presented to her for organizing religious re- June 22 at Lyndhurst in Tarrytown. numerous historical activities since then, includ- Clare DeGennaro, Emily Murray, Mary Grace treats for seventh- and eighth-grade students The Sy Schulman History Award was creat- ing organizing the Bronxville Centennial Cel- Reisman and Samantha DeMichael, with their and for leadership in the Day by Day Agape ed by the society to honor the late Sy J. Schulman ebration in 1988. colleagues, raised $5,000 for the sisters. Par- (Greek word for “love”), meeting every week- and to recognize individuals and organizations Riggs and his colleagues are currently work- ents assist by preparing meals and desserts and end with mentors to plan retreat talks with a that have demonstrated a strong commitment to ing on programs to mark the 350th anniversary of running auctions and raffles. mentor. historical research, historic preservation and/or the founding of the Town of Eastchester. The theme of the event was “Broadway Giving Science its rightful recognition, the teaching of local history, and have, as a result, The Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct are Shows,” with table decorations designed by Meena Johncutty of White Plains received elevated the public’s appreciation of the history of dedicated to preserving, protecting and popular- the students, including “Mary Poppins” and honorable mention for her essay on “Anaero- Westchester County. izing the 40-mile aqueduct whose construction “Little Shop of Horrors.” Needless to say, the lic Digestion,” which in laymen’s language is Sy Schulman, who passed away in Septem- in Westchester commenced in1837. The Friends Sisters were seated at a table themed “Sister converting food waste into bio-gas, creating a ber 2012, was a long-time member, trustee and sponsor tours, lectures, maps, festivals, trail Act.” renewable energy source that can replace fossil great friend of the Westchester County Histori- maintenance and other observances. The group is Every year the group honors a different fuels, which are being depleted in our eco-sys- cal Society. His wide-ranging professional career currently working on restoring the last remaining charity, with the “Miracle League” honored tem. Her science teacher, Christine Nykwest, in urban planning and related disciplines always Keeper’s House, which is located in Dobbs Ferry last year. Located in Hartsdale, the organiza- mentored her throughout the project. included a deep appreciation of the historical cir- and will become a visitor and education center. tion assists autistic children in playing sports, Mary Grace Reisman received a $500 cumstances of his undertakings. Schulman was The purpose of the Westchester County His- in particular, holding weekend baseball games. scholarship from the Tuckahoe Knights of Co- the county’s chief planner and planning com- torical Society is to collect, preserve and make Expressing opinions on social issues, lumbus. Nominated and selected for her com- missioner during the 1960s and in that capacity, accessible to the public books, pamphlets, maps, Mount Vernon’s Kelsey Durkin was awarded munity service, Reisman is actively engaged in as well as many others, had a significant role in manuscripts, photographs, newspapers, periodi- first place by the New York Bar Association’s her local CYO and plays chamber music at the shaping the county we know today. cals, film, video and digital materials pertaining Young Lawyers Section, creating a poster Concordia College Conservatory, where she The 2014 Sy Schulman History Award was to the history of Westchester County, to promote about views on gun violence. Her art teacher, serves as a lead counselor for students study- awarded to Riggs and the Friends of the Old Cro- the knowledge and understanding of that history, Abbie DeLuca, encouraged her participation. ing clarinet, guitar and piano. ton Aqueduct pursuant to a nomination and com- and to promote the preservation of the county’s Durkin was awarded $300 and her name Also performing in the arts, Emily Bu- mittee screening process earlier this year. architectural heritage. will appear on the bar associations’ web page onocore of New Rochelle participated in Arch- and in its newsletter. bishop Stepinac High School’s production of Claire DeGennaro, president of the “Mary Poppins,” where she sang and danced Muscoot Farm Offers Two school’s National Honor Society, received a in the performance. scholarship award from the White Plains Ro- Deirdre Raggo of White Plains and Caitlin tary Club for her submission of an essay on Griffin of Yonkers spent hours on the Ebersole New Camps for Older Kids “Ethics and the Social Media.” Ice Skating Rink in White Plains, in addition to Summer campers at Muscoot Farm can now nine who have an interest in science and nature Shrub Oak’s Theresa Fanelli has been ac- their intense academic studies at Good Coun- have the best of both worlds: learning how chil- and a love for being outdoors. Activities will in- cepted into the STAR Internship Program at sel. The two are members of the White Plains dren in days past spent their leisure time both in clude fire making, cooking and wilderness- sur Cornell New York Medical College. Success- Figure Skating Club, Ice Skating Institute and the world of nature and in creative play, during vival, along with tree identification, wetland and fully launching the first Math Olympiad for United Figure Skating Association. They have Muscoot’s Outdoor Theater Camp and the new forest ecology and sustainability. women in Westchester County, she achieved competed and won several events, including in Naturalist Apprenticeship Program. Both are be- The camp is offered in one-week sessions, the Girl Scout Gold Award (comparable to the Greenwich, Conn.; Lake Placid; Yonkers; and ing offered this summer at the farm in Somers. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Grades five and six Eagle Boy Scout award) for exposing young Sacred Heart University, Conn. In the Outdoor Theater Camp, children in can attend from July 7 to 11, July 14 to 18, or July women to pursue their interests in male-domi- The Academy of our Lady of Good Coun- grades five through eight will play theater games, 21 to 25; for grades seven through nine, a one- nated fields such as engineering. sel High School was founded by the Sisters of go on nature hikes, work on “improv” skills, learn week session is available from July 28 through Fanelli also shared her perspective on the Divine Compassion in White Plains more from guest artists and rehearse and perform a Aug. 1. A two-week session is also available from the “Responsibility of a Catholic Citizen in a than 100 years ago. short play. Aug. 4 through 15. Theater camp will run Monday through Fri- The fees are $325 for a one-week session, or day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in three week-long ses- $750 for the two-week session. sions – July 28 to Aug. 1, Aug. 4 to 8 and Aug. 11 Muscoot Farm is a facility of the Westches- to 15. The fee for each session is $325, and space ter County Parks and is located on Route 100 in Eastchester History Book remains available in the first two weeks only. Somers. For more information about the camps The Naturalist Apprenticeship Program is or to register, call 914-864-7286 or go to parks. geared toward students in grades five through westchestergov.com. On Sale at Special Price By Patty Dohrenwend able community known as In the lifetime of most Eastchester. With the use of Invasives, Butterflies & More Eastchester residents, this extensive color and black and year will be the only oppor- white images, vivid old and tunity to purchase the first new maps and custom graph- Featured at Nature Centers well-researched and richly il- ics with well-documented Westchester County Nature Centers will Conservancy, Dress to get wet and wade into the lustrated hardcover book that accounts, “Out of the Wil- host a slate of programs this month. water to observe the creatures of the salt marsh. focuses specifically on the derness” promises new per- On Saturday, July 12, “Hands on with Inva- On Wednesday, July 30, “Nature Art” will town’s history. But, purchas- spectives on the town and its sives” will take place at 2 p.m. at the Marshlands take place at 1 p.m. at the Lenoir Preserve on ing “Out of the Wilderness: two villages of Tuckahoe and Conservancy on Route 1 (Boston Post Road), Dudley Street, Yonkers. Transform nature mate- The Emergence of Eastches- Bronxville. Rye. Learn the right and wrong way to remove rials into works of art. ter, Tuckahoe and Bronxville, Some of the topics cov- these problematic plants; bring work gloves. On Thursday, July 31, “All About Butter- NY, 1664 – 2014” at its pre- ered include: the importance of On Sunday, July 20, “Explore the Shore” flies” will take place at 1 p.m. at the Lenoir Pre- sale price of $35 per copy is the prized 1665 Covenant that will take place at 2 p.m. at the Marshlands Con- serve. Learn all about these winged beauties on limited to ordering it by July governed the town’s first set- servancy. Discuss Fiddler crabs, snails, mussels a hike to the butterfly garden. 15. tlers; the horror of life here in and just about anything else that can be found. All programs are free and open to everyone. After that date, the regular price of $50 per the Neutral Zone during the Revolutionary War; On Sunday, July 27, “Mid-Summer Sein- For more information, visit www.westches- book will prevail. the impact of the Civil War; the significance of the ing” will take place at 2 p.m. at the Marshlands tergov.com/parks. Orders can be placed online at www.east- two river borders and their parkways; the story of chester350.org using PayPal, by downloading iconic dissenter Anne Hutchinson; and the impor- a printable order form or by completing the tance of early 20th Century sports and athletics. response form on the brochure mailed to every Important new research underscores the household. The brochures are also available at chapter on slavery and the African-American life Town Hall, Bronxville and Tuckahoe village in Eastchester before 1900. And, how the town halls and the public libraries. grew with the advent of the railroad lines and This coffee-table-style book will take the survived the Great Depression will surely reso- reader on an historical journey of the remark- nate with long-time residents

Real Estate Closings Flat Fee $799 Semi retired Ivy league lawyer with vast experience in all transactions Nobody does it better. martinbepsteinlaw.com To join the Exchange Club of Yonkers contact 914 358-3288 Vice-President David Tubiolo at 646-596-3375 PAGE 6 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, July 11, 2014 Classifieds Legal Notices Coins • Currency • Jewelry at Hudson – Housing available. Job placement assistance. Valley Numismatics. Experienced collector Call AIM 866-296-7093 Notice of formation of BRL Notice of Formation of GBBG will identify your holdings, help you determine HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED OR Notice of formation of Isa- PATENT SERVICES, a Media LLC, a domestic Lim- bella Bosshard LLC Arts. fair value, and make you a strong offer or sell SETTLED? Contact Woodford Brothers Inc,for domestic Limited Liability ited Liability Company, filed Of Org. filed with the Sect’y for you on consignment. We also write USPAP- straightening, leveling, foundation and wood Company (LLC), filed with with Secretary of State of of State of NY (SSNY) on compliant appraisals, handle estates, and arrange frame repairs at1-800-OLD-BARN. www.wood- the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/29/2014. March 20, 2014. Office lo- charitable donations to nonprofit organizations. fordbros.com. “Not applicable in Queenscounty” NY (SSNY) on 04/24/2014. Office in Westchester Co. cation: Westchester. The ANA R-1164851. Reach us at: 914-649-3317, HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED OR Office location: Westches- SSNY designated as agent street address is: 170 Grand [email protected], or http://www.marchae- SETTLED? Contact Woodford Brothers Inc,for ter County. SSNY desig- of LLC upon whom process Street. SSNY has been des- ology.com. References available. straightening, leveling, foundation and wood nated as agent of BRL PAT- against it may be served. ignated as agent of the LLC ANTIQUES • ART • COLLECTIBLES frame repairs at1-800-OLD-BARN. www.wood- ENT SERVICES LLC upon SSNY shall mail process to upon whom process against Most cash paid for paintings, antiques, furniture, fordbros.com. “Not applicable in Queenscounty” whom process against it Barbara Gaynes c/o Jenger it may be served. SSNY silver, sculpture, jewelry, books, cameras, re- MODULARHOMEBROKERS.COM 14 may be served. SSNY shall Group, 80 Theodore Fremd shall mail process served mail process to 166 Lyons Avenue, Rye, NY 10580. to: United States Corpora- cords, instruments, coins, watches, gold, comics, MODELS ON DISPLAY, STARTING AT $59 Road, Scarsdale, NY, 10583. Purpose: Editorial Services. tion Agents, INC., 7014 13th sports cards, etc. Please call Aaron at 914-654- PERSQUARE FOOT. PRICING INCLUDES Name/address of owner/ #6540 06/13 – 07/18 Avenue, Suite 202, Brook- 1683. DELIVERY, CRANE, SET AND TAX.848-240- member available from lyn, NY 11228. Purpose: any Licensed therapists needed 7040 SSNY. Purpose: any lawful lawful act. - for Early Intervention SLP, OT, PT, SI, SW, LOVELY MEADOW AND FOREST. activity. #6541 06/13 – 07/18 Psych Cases in Westchester County for ages 0-3 5.4 acres, $49,900. Was $199,900. Bankordered with developmental delays Send resume to HR@ sale. Beautiful Bethel NY. Near Woodstock skhov.org site. 85 miles from Manhattan. Assorted hard- #6539 06/06 - 07/11 Do Sculpture Now! • Model clay woods, approved building site, undergroundu- from life and carving stone • Make molds and tilities, across from lake, walk to Performing Arts castings of your sculptures • Instruction from Center,financing. 877-836-1820 nude model, 12 three hr sessions /mo • Weekday ABSOLUTE FARM LIQUIDATION evenings from 6-9 and weekends from 12-3 and JULY 12TH & 13TH! 3 -61 acre Parcels 50% 3-6 • Tuition 450.00 /mo • Space available for 5 Market Price! Less Than 3hours from NYC. ••• Notice of formation of G & Notice of Formation of Art Notice of Formation North students • All inquiries, call Carl Raven at 347- Hour from Albany! Jaw dropping views, spring G Building Concepts, LLC, of Dressing LLC Art of Org. Sphere LLC Art of Org. filed 820-1459 fed ponds, gorgeous trout stream, rolling fields, a domestic Limited Liability filed with SSNY on 5/14/14. with SSNY on 04/10/14. Of- Voice and Piano Lessons Begin- deep woods! EZ terms! Call: 888 -905 -8847! Company (LLC), filed with Office Location: Westchester fice Location: 115 Winder- the Secretary of State of NY County. SSNY designated mere Drive, Yonkers, NY, ners to advanced Voice Therapy Dr. David Fair- Newyorklandandlakes.com (SSNY) on 05/13/2014. Of- as agent of the LLC upon 10710, Westchester County. child Doctorate in Voice from Columbia Univer- WATERFRONT LOTS-Virginia’s Eastern fice location: Westchester whom process against it may SSNY designated as agent sity 914-337-6405 Web site Dr David Fairchild. Shore. Was 325K Now from $65,000¬Commu- County. SSNY has been be served. SSNY shall mail of the LLC upon whom com nity Center/Pool. 1acre+ lots, Bay & Ocean Ac- designated as agent upon process to: Tonia Tagliaferro, process against it may be Buy or sell at AARauctions.com. Contents cess, GreatFishing, Crabbing, Kayaking. Custom whom process against it may 555 East Boston Post Road, served. SSNY shall mail pro- of homes, businesses, vehicles and real estate. Homes. www.oldemillpointe.com757-824-0808 be served. The Post Office Mamaroneck, NY 10543. cess to: Registered Agents, Bid NOW! AARauctions.com Lights, Camera, SAWMILLS from only $4397.00 -MAKE address to which the SSNY Purpose: any lawful purpose. Inc., 90 State Ste. STE 700 Auction. No longer the best kept secret. & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill -Cut shall mail a copy of any pro- Office 40, Albany, NY, 12207. Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. cess against the LLC served #6542 06/13 – 07/18 Purpose: any lawful pur- benefiting Make -A -Wish. We offer free towing FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com upon him/her is: 76 Kath- pose. Date of Dissolution: no and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 1 -800 -578 -1363 Ext.300N wood Road, Yonkers, NY, specific date 10710. Principal business #6543 6/6-7/4 315 -400 -0797 Today! SAWMILLS from only $4397.00 -MAKE address of the LLC is 76 Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill -Cut Kathwood Road, Yonkers, benefiting Make -A -Wish. We offer free towing lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. NY, 10710. Purpose: Build- and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com ing/Construction. 914 -468 -4999 Today! 1 -800 -578 -1363 Ext.300N RINALDIFLEAMARKETS.COM Every Sebastian, Florida Beautiful 55+ manufac- #6547 06/20 – 07/25 Sunday Weather Permitting 900 Dutchess Turn- tured home community. 4.4 miles to the beach, pike (rt44) Poughkeepsie NY. Free Admission & Close to riverfront district. Pre-owned homes Parking, Great Food & Bargains. Vendors Want- starting at $35,000. New models available. 772- ed! Please visit RINALDIFLEAMARKETS. 581-0080, www.beach-cove.com COM 631 -891 -7112 OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND. Best selec- Notice of formation of Four Notice of formation of Cus- Notice of formation of G&G Want A Career As A HVAC Technician? tion of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks. Call Point Five, LLC, a domestic tom Management Associ- Building Concepts, LLC, a Accelerated “Hands On Training” & Certifica- for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday RealEs- Limited Liability Company ates, LLC Art. of Org. filed domestic Limited Liability tions Offered. National Average 18-22 Hourly! tate. 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www. (LLC), filed with the Secre- with SSNY on 6/11/14. Company (LLC), filed with Lifetime Job Placement Assistance. VA Benefits holidayoc.com tary of State of NY (SSNY) Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. the Secretary of State of NY Eligible! 1-877-994-9904 CASH for Coins! Buying ALL Gold & Sil- on 5/20/2014. Office loca- SSNY desig. as agent of the (SSNY) on 05/13/2014. Of- AIRLINE CAREERS begin here Get ver. Also Stamps & Paper Money, Entire Collec- tion: Westchester County. LLC upon whom process fice location: Westchester FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Techni- tions, Estates. Travel to your home. Call Marc in SSNY has been designated against it may be served. County. Principal office: 76 cian training. Financial aid for qualified students NY 1 -800 -959 -3419 as agent upon whom process SSNY shall mail process to Kathwood Road, Yonkers, against it may be served. the LLC, 1695 Croton Lake NY, 10710. SSNY has been The Post Office address to Road Yorktown Heights, NY designated as agent upon which the SSNY shall mail a 10598. Purpose: any lawful whom process against it may Nominations Sought for copy of any process against purpose. be served. The Post Office the LLC served upon him/her address to which the SSNY is: J. Priven, 2 Robins Roost, #6545 06/20 - 07/25 shall mail a copy of any pro- $3,500 Housing Award Rye Brook, NY 10573. Prin- cess against the LLC served cipal business address of upon him/her is: 76 Kath- Nominations are being accepted for the Philanthropies and the Westchester Public/Pri- the LLC is 15 Valleyview Ave wood Road, Yonkers, NY, $3,500 Stanley Schear Leadership Award, which vate Partnership for Aging Services and its Senior Rye, NY 10580. Purpose: 10710. Purpose: Building/ honors individuals and organizations that have Housing and Services Coalition. any lawful activity. Construction. made meaningful and lasting contributions to im- The deadline for nominations is Tuesday, prove lives through fair and affordable housing July 15, and the award will be presented at a #6544 06/20 – 07/25 #6546 06/20 – 07/25 and housing services in Westchester County. breakfast Sept. 16 at the White Plains Public Li- The award, now in its eighth year, honors brary, 100 Martine Ave., at 9 a.m. Schear, who was a long-time Westchester resident The nominee should have exhibited vision and outstanding community leader who worked and action that has produced a measurable out- tirelessly to help people with housing needs come in areas such as advocacy for people in need throughout the county. Following his death in of housing or housing services, skill building to Notice of formation of Empire Notice of formation of Notice of formation of Larkin- 2006, the award was established to honor him and assist in greater independence and philanthropic Chiropractic & Acupuncture, Schwittek.com, Inc, Arts. Of Stanhope Productions, LLC, his many achievements. achievement. PLLC, a domestic PLLC, filed Org. filed with the Secretary a domestic Limited Liability with the Secretary of State of of State of NY (SSNY) on Company (LLC)., filed with The funds for the award are from a grant For more information, contact Jane Lindau, NY (SSNY) on 06/02/2014. 04/04/2014. Office location: the Secretary of State of NY from Atlantic Philanthropies and are to be used to director for senior housing at Westchester Resi- Office location: Westches- Westchester County. The (SSNY) on 06/16/2014. Of- support the work of the organization that will be dential Opportunities, at 914-428-4507, ext. 313, ter County. SSNY has been street address is: 412 Munro fice location: Westchester honored. The breakfast is sponsored by Atlantic or [email protected]. designated as agent upon Avenue, Apt. #AA, Mama- County. Principal office of whom process against it may roneck, NY. SSNY has been Larkin-Stanhope Produc- be served. The Post Office designated as agent upon tions, LLC: 143 Bunea Vista address to which the SSNY whom process against it Ave., Apt. BF, Yonkers, NY, shall mail a copy of any pro- may be served. SSNY shall 10703. SSNY has been cess against the LLC served mail a copy of any process designated as agent of Lar- upon him/her is: The PLLC against the LLC served upon kin-Stanhope Productions, 40 Pamela Lane, Valhalla, him/her is: 412 Munro Ave- LLC, upon whom process NY, 10595. Purpose: Chiro- nue, Apt. #AA, Mamaroneck, against it may be served. practic and Acupuncture NY. Purpose: any lawful act. SSNY shall mail process to Vincent Tuturro, 143 Bunea #6547 06/20 – 07/25 #6548 06/20 – 07/25 Vista Ave., Apt. BF, Yonkers, NY, 10703, upon whom and at which process may be served. Purpose: Film Pro- duction Company.

#6549 06/20 – 07/25

Notice of formation of Notice of formation of Eteng Catrock Creatives, LLC, a Allen, LLC, a domestic Lim- domestic Limited Liability ited Liability Company (LLC), Company (LLC), filed with filed with the Secretary of the Secretary of State of NY State of NY (SSNY) on (SSNY) on 05/21/2014. Of- 05/16/2014. Office location: fice location: Westchester Westchester County. Prin- County. Principal office of cipal office of Eteng Allen Catrock Creatives LLC: 175 LLC: 192 Sheridan Avenue park drive eastchester, N.Y. Mount Vernon, N.Y. 10552 . 10709. SSNY designated as SSNY designated as agent agent of Catrock Creatives of Eteng Allen LLC upon LLC upon whom process whom process against it may against it may be served. be served. SSNY shall mail SSNY shall mail process process to Serena Eteng to Gregory Rocco or Mike 192 Sheridan Avenue Mount Mastroserio 175 Park Drive Vernon, N.Y. 10552, upon Eastchester NY, upon whom whom and at which process and at which process may be may be served. Purpose: served. Purpose: Film and Marketing Commercial production

#6550 07/11 – 08/15

#3112 Friday, July 11, 2014 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care Phelps Hospital Center Mega Yoga Event Benefits Celebrates its Nurses Mental Health Association Phelps Memorial Hospital Center recently Unit in 1997. celebrated the achievements of its nurses at a The first “Rising Star” award was pre- Nurse Recognition Day award program. sented to Kristin Miller of Highland Falls, who The “Nurse of Distinction” award was giv- works on one of the hospital’s medical/surgical en to Lynda Neary of Irvington, who has been units. The award is given to someone who has clinical coordinator of the Ambulatory Surgery been a registered nurse for less than two years Unit since 2011. This award is for an RN who and possesses superior nursing skills, is knowl- is an active member of a professional organi- edgeable about current nursing, demonstrates zation or has current board certification in his/ strong potential leadership characteristics and her area of specialty, enhances the profession goes above and beyond. through leadership and teamwork, promotes Miller, who became an RN at Phelps in high levels of patient and customer satisfaction, 2012, joined the hospital as a medical/surgical shows commitment to the community, serves technician in 2011, while she was in nursing as a mentor, encourages a positive work envi- school. ronment and delivers exemplary direct clinical The “Phelps Pride” award, in recognition nursing care. of a registered nurse who exemplifies the hospi- Neary joined the Phelps nursing staff in tal’s standards of behavior for excellent patient 1983 and worked on the medical/surgical units, care, went to Lori Oneto of Cortlandt Manor, the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit and the IV team, who has worked on the inpatient rehabilitation and began working in the Ambulatory Surgery unit since 2003.

Matthew Sanford leads a Mega Yoga event.

“Your body is the best home your mind another. Spanish-Speaking Volunteers will ever have,” yoga teacher and author Mat- A man commented: “What I heard is that thew Sanford told the more than 500 people it is ok to receive and ask for support and, most Sought for Health Program who gathered for the Mental Health Associa- importantly, to feel and live and experience.” tion of Westchester’s third annual mega yoga The event raised $25,000 for MHA West- Westchester County Executive Robert As- provider; rather, it helps to enhance better health event, Get On Your Mat For Mental Health. chester’s programs and services. MHA is a torino has announced that the county is seeking outcomes. “Yoga allows us to have the experience in community-based mental health agency that Spanish-speaking volunteers to teach workshops DSPS Commissioner Mae Carpenter said our body that life is good, despite pain, despite has been helping Westchester County resi- that will help seniors manage chronic conditions that when seniors take care of their health, their all the challenges we face now or have in the dents for 68 years through direct services, such as arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, quality of life vastly improves. “I hope many past,” he said. professional and community education and depression and heart disease. people will volunteer,” she said. “Tomando is Afterward, participants shared their expe- advocacy. It supports 18,000 individuals annu- A medical background is not needed. such a valuable program.” riences. “What I got from the class was the idea ally through a comprehensive array of mental “I encourage all Spanish-speaking adults CDSMP was developed by the Division of of support from the community, support within health services striving to help each individual to consider giving their time to this worthwhile Family and Community Medicine at Stanford my own body, support from a partner, support achieve their personal goals and lead indepen- program,” said Astorino. “It is a terrific way to University’s School of Medicine and is taught from my breath and energy in and around us dent and healthy lives. contribute to the community and help seniors today in 30 states and 15 countries. all,” said one person. For information on critical mental health live healthier lives.” The volunteers will follow the model teach- “Matthew taught us that our mind is our issues and MHA services, visit www.mhawest- The free program is called “Tomando Con- ing program from Stanford and also receive power. Thank you for an amazing night,” said chester.org. trol de su Salud” (take control of your health). It additional training to lead discussions to help is the Spanish version of the Livable Communi- seniors gain insights into their health-related be- ties Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, haviors. Prospective volunteers must commit to which is taught in English and has become in- four days of training, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to creasingly popular since the county Department become certified, and must agree to co-lead at of Senior Programs and Services introduced it in least two workshops a year. July County Board Meetings Westchester several years ago. The workshops take place at community- Board of Acquisition and Contract Mountain Lakes Park Tomando empowers seniors to enhance based locations in Westchester such as houses Thursday, July 17 at 11 a.m. 201 Hawley Road, North Salem their quality of life through a better understand- of worship, senior centers and housing develop- Wednesday, July 23 at 11 a.m. Soil and Water Conservation District ing of why physical activity, healthy eating and ments. They are held one day per week for six Thursday, July 31 at 11 a.m. Friday, July 18 at 9 a.m. stress management are so important. consecutive weeks, and each session is two and County Executive’s Office, Conf. Room A Cassella Conference Room 420\ They also learn how to correctly use their a half hours. 148 Martine Ave., White Plains 148 Martine Ave., White Plains medications and improve communications with For more information, contact Rebecca Youth Board Airport Advisory Board their health care providers and family. The pro- Bent at 914-813-6263 or rqbe@westchestergov. Wednesday, July 16 at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 23 at 7 p.m. gram is not a substitute for a senior’s health care com. County Executive’s Office, Conf. Room A Airport Terminal Conference Room 148 Martine Ave., White Plains Westchester County Airport Parks, Recreation and Conservation Transportation Board Board Friday, July 25 at 8:30 a.m. The attempted comparison to Westchester Thursday, July 17 at 4 p.m. Department of Public Works Offices Property Taxes and Onondaga counties is not valid, and in the fi- Camp Morty Dining Hall at Sal J. Prezioso 100 E. First St., Mount Vernon Continued from Page 1 nal analysis, while Astorino continues to serve as county executive in the highest taxed county in signed five county budgets that have included the nation, he has reduced spending and lowered property tax increases, of 0 percent four times, property taxes in his five years in office. The pri- and minus-2 percent one year. Property taxes in mary reason that Astorino was elected in 2009, Westchester County would have been higher if and re-elected last year, was because of West- Astorino was not elected county executive five chester voters’ frustration in paying the highest years ago. property taxes in the country. They wanted some- th How New York voters outside of Westches- one to control spending and keep future property Celebrating our 125 Anniversary ter perceive Astorino’s record on property taxes tax increases at a minimum, or at 0 percent. Spanish and could impact how independent voters and subur- Astorino has fulfilled his job on controlling Arabic speaking ban Democrats vote in November. the county portion of Westchester homeowners’ providers are The Cuomo campaign’s decision to run the property tax bills. He has no control over vil- ad in June and July could be a test run to see if lage, town or city taxes, or school property taxes, available it’s worthy to re-run in November. View the ad, which make up 60 percent of the total tax bill. “Astorino’s Broken Word,” at www.YouTube. Astorino also doesn’t have control over decades com. of overspending and overtaxing in Westchester How does Astorino’s record on property County, local governments and school districts taxes compare with other county governments in that have resulted in the number one tax tab for New York State? That question was answered by our county. the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle newspa- Cuomo has his own record of trying to con- per in its May 2 column by Jon Campbell, whose trol property taxes. He was the driving force be- story pointed to Astorino’s statement that West- hind the passage of the property tax cap, which chester County has cut its county tax levy “more has helped control all of our local property taxes. than any other county in the state.” However, instead of focusing on his own record, State Democrats pointed to Onondaga the Cuomo campaign and state Democrats have County as having cut their property taxes by attempted to distort Astorino’s record on prop- more than 20 percent, compared to Astorino’s 2 erty taxes. It could be a dangerous move, because percent cut. Who is correct? if Astorino can get the truth out across the state INTRODUCING THE LATEST MEMBER Onondaga County, home to Syracuse, cut about what he has done in Westchester County, OF THE SAINT JOSEPH’S FAMILY its county property taxes by 20 percent by in- voters across the state might take an interest. creasing its share of sales tax revenue with local In the New York suburbs, the issue of prop- Saint Joseph’s Family Medicine governments and school districts. But Onondaga erty taxes remains the number one concern. As- County did not reduce its total tax levy, or prop- torino must win these voters over to his cause. If 415 South Broadway erty taxes collected, as Westchester did, from Cuomo wins the public debate on property taxes, Yonkers, NY 10705 $702.5 million in 2010 to $695.1 million in 2012. the race for governor is over before it has really (914) 623-5400 “The $7.4 million cut, or 1.1 percent, was begun. the largest among the 57 counties outside New The state Republican Party recently released Offering Comprehensive healthcare services for the entire family York City, both in terms of percentage and to- its own TV ad, criticizing the governor’s cam- Pediatrics • Adults • Older Adults tal dollar amount,” wrote Campbell. “Only three paign to lure business back to New York through others cut their levy over the same time period: a $15 million ad buy across the country touting Ammir Rabadi, MD, Medical Director Wayne, Orange and Schenectady, which all saw a “Start UP NY.” Wendy Sylvester, MD • Nadeem Shahid, MD cut of less than 1 percent, according to the data.” “Andrew Cuomo is spending millions of In 2013, Astorino signed another county our tax dollars on ads that are not true,” states budget with a 0 percent county property tax in- the GOP ad, which points to studies which show  Convenient Hours  Most Insurance Plans Accepted crease, and has already vowed to submit a bud- New York State ranking dead last in economic  Basic Testing Services On-Site  Same day appointments available get for 2015 with another 0 percent increase. outlook, as having the highest property taxes in And while county revenue for sales taxes has the nation, the worst state to retire and having the Hours of Operation increased from $432 million to $507 million, most residents leaving a state. there has been no change to the percentage split Watch that ad on YouTube, under “NYGOP Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm • Friday 8am-5pm • Saturday 9am-2pm between the county and local governments. TV Ad: Cuomo’s New York.” FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES, PLEASE GO TO OUR ER AT: Saint Joseph’s Medical Center Advertise on our Seniors and Health Care 127 South Broadway Yonkers, New York 10701 Page! Call today: 914-965-4000 (914) 378-7000 www.saintjoseph.org PAGE 8 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, July 11, 2014 Fresh Produce and More Learn About the Battle At Hilltop Hanover Farm Of Princeton at St. Paul’s Hilltop Hanover’s farm stand is open for required. Archeologist and historian Wade Catts eton, in early January 1777, played an impor- the season, and will be open every Friday from A monthly spinning and knitting group will will explore the crucial Battle of Princeton, tant role in sustaining the American cause. 1 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. take place Saturday, July 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 one of Gen. Washington’s great victories in Following the talk, tour the historic church throughout the summer and fall. All produce is p.m. in Building A, for beginners and the experi- the Revolutionary War, in a special talk Sat- and cemetery – one of the nation’s oldest grown on the farm without the use of pesticides, enced. There is no fee or registration required for urday, July 12 at 1 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church burial yards. herbicides or synthesized fertilizers. Visit www. first-time attendees, and a $5 fee for each subse- National Historic Site in Mt. Vernon. Parking and admission are free, and light HilltopHanoverFarm.org for a list of available quent class. Catts co-authored a major new study of refreshments will be served. St. Paul’s Church produce. Join cheese-guru Carol Lakes, owner of the terrain and battle accounts, providing a National Historic Site is located at 897 S. Co- Visit Westchester’s only U-pick vegetable SimpleCheeseMaking.com, for a hands-on work- more accurate understanding of the engage- lumbus Ave. For more information, call 914- operation, and harvest organically grown veg- shop on the art of cheese-making Saturday, July ment. He will explain how the action at Princ- 667-4116 or visit www.nps.gov/sapa. etables and flowers on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. in Building A. From equip- 4 p.m. Hilltop Hanover. Perfect for family trips ment to technique, from ingredients to stor- tive and Republican gubernatorial candidate Rob and outings with friends; bring a picnic lunch and age, Lakes will teach you everything you need Senate Democrats Astorino. “The Senate Republicans don’t have a explore the hiking trails. to know to start making your own cheese from Continued from Page 1 clear majority and if they lose they’ll be in the One of the pleasures of a heavy summer har- scratch. Registration is $20 per person or $5 for minority for a long time and the Democrats will vest is being able to preserving excess produce children ages 8 to 12. line was dependent on Cuomo putting pressure reign supreme out of New York City and it will for the winter. Join farmer Will Summers of the Healthy plants mean larger harvests with on Klein and the other IDC members, including destroy the rest of the state.” Stony Point Center for a hands-on pickling work- less effort. During an informative and practical Sen. David Carlucci, who represents Ossining and Others are hoping the new agreement will shop Saturday, July 12 from 1 to 4 p.m. in Barn workshop, “Pests and Disease in the Garden” Rockland County, to rejoin a Democratic major- lead to more bipartisanship in the Senate. West- F to learn how to take your favorite summer veg- on Saturday, July 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Barn F, ity in the Senate or face Democratic primaries. chester Sen. George Latimer, who could become gies and turn them into sour snacks to enjoy all taught by Hilltop Hanover farmer Wilson Chang, Democrats from Rockland had threatened to deny the next chairman of the Education Committee in year long. The cost is $25 per person, or $10 for participants will learn how to best prevent, iden- Carlucci their endorsements, and Klein had a the Senate next year, said bipartisanship is not five children ages 8 to 12, and registration is required. tify and treat the damage done by common pests Democratic opponent in former Attorney General or six senators joining forces with the other side, Couples, join Chef Donna Simons of Pound and diseases. The class will focus on sustainable Oliver Koppel. but people coming from every component of the Ridge Organics for an interactive evening of cu- and earth-friendly methods to keep your garden “It is clear that core Democratic policy Senate sitting down and dialoguing about what linary creation Friday, July 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. healthy and blooming for years to come. Regis- initiatives that the IDC championed remain un- the Senate agenda should be. in Barn F. You and your partner will learn how tration is $20 per person or $5 for children ages finished,” said Klein. “As Democrats, the IDC “If Democrats take the majority, we should to cook several healthy and delicious restaurant- 8 to 12. remains committed to the fight for an equal educa- meet with every ranking Republican of every quality recipes. Bring a bottle of wine, someone Register by calling 914-962-2368 or visiting tion for all New York students – which the Dream committee and find out what is important to special, and savor the satisfaction of a home- www.HilltopHanoverFarm.org/Events. Act would provide – protecting a woman’s right to them,” he said. “We haven’t done that in the Sen- made meal. The fee is $95 per couple, and class Hilltop Hanover Farm is located at 1271 Ha- choose, increasing workers’ wages and enacting ate in two years. We don’t know what is on the is limited to 12 couples with online registration nover St., Yorktown Heights. meaningful campaign finance reform. agenda before the meeting, and the only Senate “Therefore all IDC members are united and bills that make it to the floor are Republican bills, agree to work together to form a new majority co- or bills from IDC senators. alition between the Independent Democratic Con- “I’m hoping Democrats don’t do the same An Early-Childhood Graduate ference and the Senate Democratic Conference thing – I think we can have better government if after the November elections, in order to deliver we truly reach out to the minority,” continued Lat- the results that working families across this state imer, whose bi-partisanship dates back to his time Program for Student Teachers still need and deserve,” continued Klein. as chairman of the County Board of Legislators, Manhattanville College’s Graduate School edge and skills as they are mentored by highly “I applaud the IDC’s decision,” said Cuomo. when nonpartisan redistricting and committee of Education has established an intensive and trained teacher educators and expert practitio- “There is no doubt we have accomplished much chairs given out to Republicans and Democrats highly selective full-time, graduate-level teach- ners,” said Dr. Shelley Wepner, dean of Man- for the state over the past four years. We have were part of his leadership accomplishments. As er preparation academy focused on early child- hattanville’s School of Education. transformed the state government from dysfunc- a minority member of the Senate these past two hood education, which encompasses children Wepner related the many benefits of the tional to highly functional, a deficit to a surplus, years, Latimer has worked with Republicans on from birth to grade two. new academy including a 50 percent tuition and losing jobs to gaining jobs. There is also no Common Core education standards and criminal This fall, up to 10 new graduate students scholarship, program completion in 18 months, doubt there are progressive goals that we have justice issues. will be admitted to this new teaching academy theory and content connected with daily prac- yet to achieve and that we must accomplish next “We need to stop the vitriolic attack style to work as teaching apprentices in the Park Ear- tice, individualized support through a cohort January,” way of governing,” he said. “Nobody wants to ly Childhood Center in Ossining Union Free model, many courses conveniently held on site, According to Stewart-Cousins, the Senate solve the problems, but only to blame the other School District. a $10,000 stipend for serving as an apprentice, Democratic Conference has long advocated unity side, and both parties do it.” “As teaching apprentices, graduate stu- and job placement assistance. among all Democrats to better achieve the pro- Many of the Senate and Assembly seats up dents will assist early childhood classroom For more information about the academy’s gressive agenda that New Yorkers demand and for election this year in Westchester will not have teachers to deliver instruction to young chil- requirements and admissions criteria, call 914- looks forward to working with senators that share any opposition, primarily because of an inability dren, while developing and honing their knowl- 323-5142. those values. by county Republicans to find any candidates to “I want to thank the unprecedented alliance challenge popular incumbent Democrats like As- of elected officials, led by Gov. Cuomo and (NYC) sembly members Amy Paulin, David Buchwald Mayor de Blasio, as well as the representatives of and Steve Otis, and Latimer – whose victory two organized labor and New York’s advocacy groups, years ago in the hottest contested Senate race in Bronxville Pops Concert Series for campaigning so effectively that the will of the New York State has turned into an uncontested people be properly recognized,” she said. “Most election this year, to date. The Bronxville Pops’ 2014 free concert se- cheese, and enjoy live music under the stars. of all, I want to thank the members of the Sen- Republicans may end up putting a candidate ries will continue July 16, 23 and 30 at 8 p.m. For more information, call 914-325-1819 ate Democratic Conference for being stalwarts for on their line against Latimer later this summer, but on the Great Lawn in front of the Bronxville or email [email protected]. our progressive values the last few years and set- their failure to find a candidate much earlier points High School at Pondfield Road and Midland Donations are gratefully accepted, and can ting the stage for a unified Democratic front.” to trouble in the Westchester GOP. Avenue. be mailed to: The Bronxville Pops, P.O. Box Stewart-Cousins will make history by be- Sen. Stewart-Cousins has always stated that Bring a blanket or chairs, some wine and 284, Bronxville, NY 10708. coming the first African-American female leader “the people have spoken and the IDC should lis- in Albany next January, if Senate Democrats can ten to the will of the people.” She now appears to hold onto their current majority by winning 32 have her wish, and is close to breaking the barrier Senate seats in November. in New York State government of having three or It will be almost impossible for Senate Re- four men in a room determining the state budget Open House at Manhattanville publicans to go from their current 29 Senate every year. Manhattanville College will host a gradu- opportunity to meet with program directors, ad- members to 32 members in this fall’s elections. Stewart-Cousins outlined what has happened ate open house Thursday, July 17 from 6:30 to missions staff, and representatives from student Republican Leader Dean Skelos from Long Island in the Senate over the past two years, and her vi- 8 p.m. at Reid Castle, 2900 Purchase St., Pur- services, as well as current students. wasn’t worried or impressed by the Democratic sion for the next two years in her closing remarks chase. A live, interactive question-and-answer agreement, calling it “nothing more than a short- to the Senate’s session this year. This free information session will provide session will follow the formal presentation. term political deal designed to make threatened “I think about the unfortunate history that an overview of Manhattanville’s graduate busi- Those who attend the open house will receive primaries go away.” was created last year in this chamber when two ness programs, advanced certificates and what an application fee waiver. “I’m confident that cooler heads will pre- groups came together to disenfranchise the ma- to expect when applying and enrolled. Find out To register, email Elizabeth Brosseau at vail,” he said. jority of elected Democrats, to seize power, and why now is the perfect time to earn a graduate [email protected] or call 914- But Skelos and the Senate Republicans will thwart the will of the electorate,” she said. “While degree. Prospective students will be given the 323-5150. have their hands full fighting for two open Repub- we were not given our rightful place in the major- lican Senate seats – one on Long Island currently ity, we understood that this is about serving the held by a retiring senator, and the lone Republican people of New York and providing leadership so Senate seat in Westchester, held by Greg Ball who we put our disappointment aside, rolled up our is not running for re-election in the 40th Senate sleeves and got to work. We used the power of July Programs at Muscoot District.. our votes and the power of our voices to help pass Yorktown Councilman Terrence Murphy is some wonderful achievements. Muscoot Farm is open late on Wednesdays, day, July 20 at 10 a.m.; meet at the reception the Republican Party’s choice to replace Ball in “Right out of the gate we stood with our gov- July 16, 23 and 30, until 6 p.m., for a visit after center. Join author Carol Gracie for a walk to the Westchester communities of Yorktown, Peek- ernor to enact the Safe Act,” continued Stewart- camp or work. learn about and identify wildflowers. skill, Cortlandt, New Castle, Croton, Mt. Pleas- Cousins. “We provided the crucial number of “The Princess Bride” (rated PG, 1987) will Muscoot Farm is a Westchester County ant, Lewisboro and Somers.. Another Republican, votes for this important legislation. We passed our be shown Wednesday, July 16 at 8:30 p.m. Bring park located on Route 100 in Somers. For more former Assemblyman Robert Castelli, has an- third and fourth consecutive on-time budgets. We blankets and chairs for the farm’s first outdoor information, go to www.westchestergov.com/ nounced that he will challenge Murphy in a Re- passed legislation to grow our economy and cre- movie night. parks or call 914-864-7282. publican primary in September. ate jobs. We increased funding for our schools and A “Wildflower Walk” will take place Sun- Castelli lost his Assembly seat two years ago funded statewide universal pre-kindergarten. We to David Buchwald, and some Republicans have created tools to combat the heroin scourge facing called on Castelli to run for his old Assembly seat our state. We provided some tax relief – although than 1,500 high school students who help instead of challenging Murphy for Senate. Demo- not enough, in my opinion – to thousands of New Area Businessman beautify underserved areas throughout the crat Justin Wagner, who ran and narrowly lost his Yorkers; we revised our common core imple- Continued from Page 1 county. In 2012, the non-profit founded the race for this Senate seat two years ago to Ball, will mentation and teacher evaluation system and we Yonkers Fire Drum Line, a marching band of take on the Murphy-Castelli winner. helped change the conversation away from a cer- tain veto of the medical marijuana legislation to a Jim Killoran, executive director of Habi- 60 low-income Yonkers youth. Members of The best result for Senate Republicans this compromise, allowing us to provide much-needed tat for Humanity of Westchester, also noted the the band consistently volunteer in Habitat’s election is that they hold onto 28 or 29 seats, and pain relief to the people who need it the most. tremendous impact of volunteerism. local community gardens and have played in hope that the IDC-Democratic Conference agree- “But we also must talk about the failures that “If every person and organization – from 37 parades throughout New York State. ment falls through after the elections. were a result of the unfortunate agreement I men- service groups to companies to schools – con- As Habitat for Humanity of Westchester Klein has stated that the IDC “will live on tioned earlier,” she concluded. “We failed to help tributes just a little time volunteering, we will celebrates its 25th anniversary, its commu- and remain intact,” only now as part of the Demo- more than 1 million hard-working New Yorkers be able to end housing poverty in one of the nity programs continue to expand to meet the cratic majority. Some Democrats have speculated rise out of bone-crushing poverty by not raising wealthiest counties (in the nation),” he said. needs of the county’s underserved residents. that Klein left the door open for another possible the minimum wage enough, and not giving our Habitat for Humanity of Westchester The organization answers the calls of those defection to caucus with Senate Republicans. local governments the option to raise it on their seeks to do more than construct individual in need, from Westchester residents flooded Others privately are critical of the deal because it own…We failed to stand up for women’s health houses, Killoran explained. Rather, the orga- by Hurricane Irene to Rockaway’s Hurricane immediately gives Klein and other IDC senators and equality by not passing the entire women’s nization works to reinvigorate entire commu- Sandy victims, where Killoran helped mobi- what they want (no Democratic opposition) while equality act. We failed to provide enough real nities. lize 8,000 volunteers who rehabilitated 800 waiting until January to get their vote for Demo- mandate relief to our local governments. We To date, the non-profit has supported 11 homes and 15 businesses. cratic majority and leadership. failed to provide even stronger ethics and cam- community gardens, installed more than 100 “Every little bit counts,” said Killoran, as Others have called the Democratic Senate paign finance reforms including public financing. Habitat planters, and helped restore business he read a letter from H.C. Crittenden Middle agreement a move away from governing from the And we failed to provide equal access to educa- storefronts and abandoned homes in urban School in Armonk. The letter contained a do- center, to the progressive wing of the Democratic tional opportunities to all children by not passing areas throughout Westchester County. The nation of $736 raised by the middle school’s Party in New York politics. the Dream Act.” Westchester non-profit affirms that planting sixth-grade students who wished, they wrote “The deal that Andrew Cuomo cut with the So far, the media has dubbed Gov. Cuomo greenery in underserved communities helps in their message, “to create hope for those in Working Families Party to return chaos to the and Sen. Klein the winners as a result of the Sen- decrease crime and provides community-ori- need.” Senate and hand control to the Democrats will just ate Democratic agreement. However, we see ented spaces for residents. More information about Ken Fuirst’s bike mean much higher taxes and spending and will Westchester, and Sen. Stewart-Cousins, as the The organization also collaborates with ride and Habitat for Humanity donations can drive out even more people and more businesses other possible winners in 2015. youth throughout Westchester, leading more be found at www.KensBikeRide.com. from this state,” said Westchester County Execu- FRiday, July 11, 2014 - NORTH CaSTlE RiSiNG - PaGE 9 Th ree Harrison Student-Athletes Headed to Italy

Congratulations to Harrison student-ath- lected to compete at the Youth Olympic Games ages 11 to 13, to enjoy an all-expense-paid trip Special thanks to Harrison High School letes Tommy Giandomenico, Attilio Crupi and in Italy. to Italy for the Youth Olympic Games, but also track coach Dominic Zanot, who was instru- Ciara Guggherty, pictured above with a group The youth development program connect- to show the winners the cultural and educational mental in providing and preparing the venues of young runners who participated in a tryout ed with the Italian National Olympic Commit- aspect of Italy – in addition to the athletic ex- for the Westchester-based tryout at Harrison at Harrison High School in May and were se- tee last month to select six boys and six girls, perience they enjoyed at the international level. High School.

‘Art Stories’ on LGBT Advisory Board Created, Display in Harrison Rainbow Flag Raised in Yonkers

State Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins with Council Minority Leader Michael Sabatino and members of the Yonkers LGBT Advisory Board. Photo by Donna Davis.

Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano made what butions of the LGBT community,” said Minority The Harrison Council for the Arts presents the dreamlike state of one’s imagination. The many are calling a historic decision when he Leader Michael Sabatino Jr., the fi rst openly gay “Art Stories” paintings by Alla Goldburt at the viewer is invited to step into an elusive world recently ordered the raising of the rainbow fl ag member on the Yonkers City Council. “We are Harrison Public Library, 2 Bruce Ave., through of pictures that seem to transform and change in above City Hall to recognize Gay Pride Month, your brothers, sisters, sons and daughters; your Aug. 1. the midst of observation. Be it the soft shimmer and also announced the formation of an LGBT nieces, nephews, your grandchildren and even “Art Stories” is presented in two contrast- of oils fl owing like transparent silk, or the preci- Advisory Board for the city. your elected offi cials. We are a part of the fabric ing media, ink and oil, and explores images in sion of fl uid black ink lines twisting into capri- “We share in celebrating the contributions that makes up the population of the great City cious shapes – both form stories that arise from of our LGBT community to our city with the of Yonkers. We contribute talents, skills and viewer’s perspective and imagination. raising of the rainbow fl ag for the fi rst time ever knowledge to the workplace and to the commu- “Art Stories” not only shares its tales, infi - in Yonkers,” said Spano. nity at large.” nite and mutable, but also summons the viewer The event was the fi rst public celebration of Yonkers is one of several New York State NORTH CASTLE to respond in kind, adding one’s own stories to diversity and recognition for the Yonkers LGBT localities to have an “out” gay elected offi cial as the vast collection. community. It is also the fi rst rainbow fl ag to be a member of a city’s legislative body. Other cit- Alla Goldburt was born in Petrozavodsk, RISING formally fl own in any Westchester municipality. ies include Albany, New York City, Jamestown Russia in 1961, and the following year her fami- “The time has come to recognize the contri- and Rochester. Proudly serving the City of White Plains ly moved to Gomel, Byelorussia. She was grow- and Westchester County ing up in a family of an artist and a psychiatrist, as her mother, Berta Goldburt/Kuznetsova, was a renowned artist of the realism and expression- ism. Nick Sprayregen, Publisher Her mother was her teacher, colleague and [email protected] friend. In 1980, Goldburt’s family immigrated Daniel J. Murphy, Editor-in-Chief to United States and settled in New York. She graduated from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn in [email protected] 1985 and has been working in different medi- ums for many years. For a long time her favorite Bayan Baker, Assistant to Editor-in-Chief medium has been pen and ink miniatures. [email protected] Goldburt has experimented with other me- diums, such as silk screening, graphics and ce- Paul Gerken, Advertising Sales ramics, and has exhibited in the tri-state area as [email protected] well as other venues. Her work is also in many private collections. Gregory Baldwin, Administrative Asst. Exhibit hours for “Art Stories” are Mon- day and Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; [email protected] Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For information, call 914-835-0324 or visit www.harrisonpl.org. Member of the New York Press Association 914-965-4000 Fax 914-965-2892 25 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, Make Rising Media NY 10701 www.risingmediagroup.com Group a part of your North Castle Rising - USPS Permit # 4675700 is published weekly by Rising Media Group, LLC advertising plan. 25 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, New York 10701 Periodicals Postage Paid - Yonkers, New York Call today! Postmaster send change of addresses to Rising Publications, LLC, 25 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, 914-965-4000 NY 10701 PaGE 10 - NORTH CaSTlE RiSiNG - FRiday, July 11, 2014 Wartburg Gala Raises $135K For Adult Care Community

Organizing partners included, from left (back row) Lucia Villani, Linking Handlebars co- founder and president; Thomas Hay, executive director of the White Plains YMCA; Bill O’Connell, Westchester Cycle Club board member; Kevin Plunkett, Westchester deputy From left are David Gentner, president and CEO of Wartburg; Ms. Yvonne Gatz and the Rev. county executive; and Cristiana Villani, Linking Handlebars co-founder. Dr. Dale Gatz, honorees; and Edgar Myers of the Wartburg Board of Directors. Bikes4Kids, and more are on the way. Photos by Donna Davis ‘Bikes4kids’ Gives “We wanted to do something to give back vid Gentner. “These general purpose funds will Continued from Page 1 to our community, and when we spoke to kids help Wartburg improve and expand its adult day at the Carver Center in Port Chester where some care services, assisted and independent living pro- Plains YMCA, and all the local bike shops and of us worked, a lot of them said they never had grams, as well as our nursing home programs for volunteers that are pitching in.” a bicycle,” said Villani, who will be a freshman the senior citizens of Westchester County.” People can donate gently-used bicycles di- at Cornell University this fall. “We all grew up Dr. Gatz served as president and chief execu- rectly to WCC or at any of the nearly 20 local riding with our friends and family, and wanted to tive offi cer of Wartburg from 1991 to 2004. This bike shops that have signed on as partners. WCC give them the happiness of that experience, too.” period of time saw the rapid expansion of facili- collects and stores the bikes in space donated by To date, Linking Handlebars has given ties on Wartburg’s historic campus, including the the White Plains YMCA. WCC volunteers, at away more than 170 bicycles. Henry G. and Jeannette A. Waltemade Health Care times with the help of the local bike shops, then Cynthia Rubino, president and CEO of the Center, a three-story state-of-the-art skilled nurs- refurbish the bicycles. YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester, ing facility and rehabilitation center, and the con- “Westchester Cycle Club wants to continue said partnering with Bikes4Kids was a natural fi t struction of Meadowview Assisted Living. to work with cyclists, bike owners and bike shops for the YMCA, which embraces active play as Ms. Gatz served the Wartburg community be- to get the most and best bikes we can for these a way of learning and development for all chil- side her husband with a distinct display of inspira- kids who need and will appreciate them,” said dren. tion and compassion for all, especially enjoying Bill O’Connell, WCC board member and archi- “It’s the way all YMCA kids learn – through volunteering for a story-telling group, and was a tect of the Bikes4Kids initiative. “If you have a active play, they develop healthy habits that will member of the Wartburg Ladies Auxiliary bike to contribute or you want to help us fi nd, fi x carry them throughout their lives,” she said. “We are delighted to honor Rev. Dr. Gatz,” up or donate bikes, please contact us as soon as “Biking is a wonderful way to stay active and said the Rev. Amandus Derr, Wartburg Board possible. Please email us at WCCBikes4Kids@ healthy, and it’s something you can do at any chairperson and member of the Jazz in June Steer- gmail.com or call 914-294-4WCC.” age.” Emcee for the night was Mt. Vernon native ing Committee. “His leadership at the turn of the and CBS News meteorologist Elise Finch. Linking Handlebars, meanwhile, was Bikes4Kids also thanked the Jill E. Solomon century helped to fashion the Wartburg that we founded in 2012 by a group of Rye High School Foundation, of White Plains, which will provide know today.” students – Lucia Villani, Cristiana Villani, Jenna bicycle helmets to those in need; as well as the Wartburg, a leading adult care community Major sponsors for Jazz in June 2014 includ- Cammisa and Bridget Salice. New York Auto Club for providing materials and in Westchester, raised $135,000 during its second ed Lecesse Construction, Lutheran Services New After hearing about the Bikes4Kids ini- activities designed to promote safe cycling. annual gala fundraiser “Jazz in June: A Wartburg York Alliance, Mintz Levin PC, Morrison Senior tiative, Lucia Villani, 18, realized this was the For more information about donating or re- Celebration of Arts and Music” on June 10. Living and Patient Care Associates. perfect opportunity to get bikes to kids in need. ceiving a bike, email WCCBikes4Kids@gmail. The event was held at Glen Island Harbour Recently recognized by U.S. News and Linking Handlebars has donated 36 bikes to com or call 914-294-4WCC. Club in New Rochelle and drew 275 guests and World Report as one of the “Best Nursing Homes 19 sponsors to honor the Rev. Dr. Dale Gatz and in New York State,” Wartburgh is a not-for-profi t Yvonne Gatz, Wartburg’s former president and Lutheran ministry, serving people of all faiths with fi rst lady. a full range of residential options and health-relat- Award-winning singer/songwriter/musician ed services for older area adults and their fami- Send your letters Kate Davis, who has performed at Kennedy Cen- lies. It offers skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, ter, The Blue Note and Lincoln Center, was the Alzheimer’s and dementia care, assisted and inde- featured entertainer. pendent living, adult day services, home care, pas- and opinions to us at “This year’s gala was a special evening for toral care and monthly caregiver support groups. all guests, honorees and sponsors and an immense Wartburg is a member organization of the fundraising success,” said President and CEO Da- National Center for Creative Aging. [email protected]

Last chance – offer ends July 19th! ONCE THIS GREAT OFFER IS GONE, IT’S GONE. Join Verizon FiOS customers today and see why Optimum can’t compare! ONLINE ONLY OFFER FiOS® INTERNET, TV & PHONE WITH NO 2-YEAR $ 99 ANNUAL + PRICE /mo. CONTRACT GUARANTEE 79For 2 Years (plus taxes, fees, equip. charges & RSN fee) Special bonus: Get a $300 Visa® prepaid card^ if you sign a 2-yr. agreement. ALREADY HAVE FiOS® EQUIPMENT? DON’T WAIT – GET THIS SUPER DEAL BEFORE IT’S GONE. Ask about an exclusive offer just for you! ORDER BY JULY 19TH!

Ask about our new FiOS QuantumSM TV service CLICK verizon.com/timeforfios • Record up to 12 shows at the same time • Store up to 200 hours of HD content CALL 1.888.518.5575 or • Pause, play and rewind live TV in any room, on up to 10 TVs with * VISIT a Verizon store for other great offers. Set-Top Boxes Redefining what TV can be.

^$300 via Verizon Visa Prepaid Card issued by MetaBank™, member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Use anywhere Visa debit cards are accepted. Must have service for 60 days with no past-due balance. Card mailed within 90 days of install date. Other card terms and conditions apply. * Payment plans and prices vary based on number of connected TVs in household, up to 10. Recorded content stored on current Set-Top Box will not be transferred to new TV equipment. Specific model Verizon-branded router(s) required. FiOS Quantum TV avail. in select areas. No Annual Contract: Limited-time offer for new FiOS TV and Internet res. custs. subscribing to a FiOS TV Preferred HD, FiOS 15/5 Mbps Internet and Verizon Freedom® Essentials or FiOS® Digital Voice (FDV) bundle online. Promo rate via $45 bill credit for 24 mos.; beg. mo. 25, stand. monthly rates apply. 2-Yr. Agreement: Limited-time offer for new FiOS TV and Internet res. custs. subscribing to a FiOS TV Preferred HD, FiOS 15/5 Mbps Internet and Verizon Freedom Essentials or FDV bundle online. Promo rate via $45 bill credit for 24 mos.; beg. mo. 25, stand. rates apply. 2-yr. agr. req’d. Beginning mo. 2, up to $230 ETF applies. General: Price guarantee applies to base monthly rate only; excl. optional services and equip. charges. Rate may increase after 24 mos. Up to $3.48 Regional Sports Network Fee, $4.99 wireless router rental fee & other fees, taxes, equip. charges & terms may apply. Activation fee waived via bill credit. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. FiOS® avail. in select areas. Actual speeds may vary. Backup battery available for FiOS voice services & E911 (but not data or video). Must sign up by 7/19/14. ©2014 Verizon. All Rights Reserved. NEMZ3ROPOPTYR0614