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BY PATRICK ROCCHIO Board 10’s Municipal Services dent of the Throggs Neck Mer- There is a friendly dis- Committee on Tuesday, May chants Association, and the agreement brewing over a De- 12, similar ‘road diets’ have organization’s board member partment of Transportation been shown to reduce speed- John Cerini. plan to tame a curving stretch ing and crashes. “I feel we need to stop it be- of East Tremont Avenue in The committee voted with cause I think it will cause ma- Waterbury-LaSalle. six in favor, out of ten mem- jor traffi c congestion,” said Councilman James Vacca bers present, to support the Kaufman. “I don’t have confi - is supporting the city DOT plan, said CB 10 district man- dence it will stop (near) Bruck- proposal reducing travel lanes ager Ken Kearns. ner Boulevard.” from four to three for a third of “That stretch of East Trem- Kaufman said he feels that a mile between Waterbury Av- ont has dangerous curves, the plan could eventually be enue and Meyers Street (near constant double parking, and expanded to the end of East Bruckner Boulevard). traffi c moving too fast,” said Tremont Avenue. But several local mer- Vacca, who added, “There is Cerini believes that if chants, concerned that the no doubt that something has implemented, the proposal plan could be expanded into to be done.” will further back up Throggs parts of Throggs Neck and “We did have one bad ac- Neck traffi c, adding that it is slow down traffi c and com- cident there, and I don’t want already backed up past the merce, plan to oppose the to wait for a second or a third Bruckner Boulevard overpass idea. before we install traffi c con- into Throggs Neck going to- The proposal also calls for trols,” he said. wards Westchester Square. widening the parking lanes The plan will slow down He also feels that shoppers and creating a center left-turn traffi c in the area, said Kearns, from the Square and Pelham lane, counted as one of the with an aim of creating pedes- Bay could decide not to visit travel lanes. trian safety. Throggs Neck because of slow According to a DOT pre- All this does not sit well moving traffi c, impacting sentation before Community with Steve Kaufman presi- Continued on Page 71 Bronx mortuary service outsourced
BY ROBERT WIRSING ers starting Monday, June 1. Staten Island and the Bronx’s If you never had the oppor- Decedents from the north offi ces to a more easily acces- tunity to visit Queens or Man- Bronx will be transferred to sible location in these bor- hattan during your lifetime, Queens for mortuary services oughs, however no locations you may get your chance to do while south Bronx decedents were specifi ed. so after death. will be sent to Manhattan. The spokesperson added, On Thursday, May 7, the OCME said the consolida- identifi cations are never made city’s Medical Examiner’s Of- tion of mortuary staff and re- by viewing the body in person, fi ce announced a surprising sources to three locations will but for any family asking to decision to shift both Staten improve operational effective- view their loved one after the Island and the Bronx’s mor- ness. identifi cation is made, OCME tuary services to neighboring The borough’s offi ce will will make arrangements at no Bollywood At The Square boroughs. remain to provide identifi ca- cost to the family. Lalitha Dance Company performed at Owen F. Dolen Park on Sat- The Bronx Medical Exam- tion services allowing loved Most families speak to med- iner’s Offi ce, presently based ones to see photos of the dece- ical examiners over the phone urday, May 16 as part of the 3rd Annual Bollywood in The Bronx in in Jacobi Medical Center’s dent and to speak with a medi- about their loved ones, but for Westchester Square. Photos on page 48. Photo by Patricio Robayo campus, will transfer their cal examiner over the phone. any that wish to speak to one mortuary services and work- OCME plans to relocate Continued on Page 71
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BY JAIME WILLIAMS ter out of the sewer system. said. Community boards 10 Types of infrastructure The process to bring bio- and 11 will soon be getting can include green roofs, rain swales to the Bronx River wa- greener. barrels, greenstreets in un- tershed in the western part of The NYC Department of der-utilized roads space or bio- the Bronx will begin later this Environmental Protection has swales in the sidewalk. year. brought its green infrastruc- The bioswales are about 5 Members of CB 11’s Lead- ture program to the Bronx. feet deep, fi lled with an engi- ership Committee were recep- Bioswales, greenspaces neered mix of rock and sand, tive to the idea of green infra- in the sidewalk designed to and topped with plants. They structure overall, but were collect stormwater, will be are placed upstream of catch wary of the $25,000 price tag installed throughout the basins, and cuts in the bio- for each bioswale that will be Westchester Creek watershed swales’ curb aim to divert wa- paid for by revenue from the in the eastern part of the bor- ter running down the street city’s water rates. ough. into the greenspace where it “I disagree with the The green infrastructure will be stored and used by the amount of money they’re go- initiative, started in 2011, is plants. A tree guard protects ing to spend,” said board mem- a city-wide effort by DEP to the other three sides of the ber Joe McManus after the improve water quality in the space. meeting. city by reducing the amount A representative from McManus said he’s con- of stormwater that ends up in DEP presented the informa- cerned that the bioswales the city’s century-old sewer tion about the forthcoming won’t divert enough water to system, where it mixes with infrastructure to Community compensate for the larger in- sanitary water. Board 11’s leadership commit- frastructure defi ciencies. During or after heavy tee on May 18 to bring them up “Basically they’re little rains, water from the sewer to date on the already-in-pro- sponges,” he said. exits the system at designated cess project. CB 11 vice-chair Al points into the city’s water- After conducting hydraulic D’Angelo said he was also con- ways in order to avoid over- analysis in the area and walk- cerned that the middle class whelming the wastewater ing through with DOT to iden- A bioswale in Brooklyn collects stormwater. would ultimately bear the treatment centers. tify feasible areas, the DEP Photo courtesy of the NYC Department of Environmental Protection cost of the infrastructure, but Those ‘combined sewer has been drilling at potential said that overall the bioswales overfl ows’ is what green in- sites to take soil samples to de- They expect to be drilling struction in the Westchester sounded like a good idea. frastructure is designed to re- termine the best sites for the for several more months, and Creek watershed by the end “It would beautify the city,” duce, by keeping some rainwa- bioswales. to have a list of sites for con- of the year, the representative he said.
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 7 Food carts invade Throggs Neck
BY ROBERT WIRSING rently collaborating with NYC vending units excluding food The recent surge of food Department of Consumer Af- truck is fi ve feet wide and ten cart vendors populating lo- fairs to better address this is- feet high and the longer side cal neighborhoods such as sue. of the cart must be stationed Throggs Neck has not gone “The recent appearance of adjacent and parallel to the unnoticed. food vendors is very annoy- curb. Local elected offi cials and ing in areas such as Throggs Food vendors cannot be merchants are seeking a res- Neck, Pelham Bay, and Co-op stationed in the middle of the olution to this growing con- City whose residents never sidewalk as they would hinder cern. had these carts in their neigh- pedestrian traffi c and must According to Kenneth borhoods before,” Assembly- be more than 20 feet from any Kearns, Community Board 10 man Michael Benedetto ex- residential and/or commer- district manager, these food plained. cial establishment’s doorway. carts are licensed, however “You see this same issue The law was amended to concerns have been raised in Manhattan with sidewalk permit food vendors to set up A food vending cart located in front of CVS Pharmacy’s parking lot in about them blocking sidewalks food vendors and we’re look- shop in front of competing Throggs Neck. Community News Group / Robert Wirsing and driveways, their food ing closely at modifying the stores under the guise of free preparation, and the unfair current NYC regulations or enterprise. food, take up space as well as away revenue from our neigh- competition they are creating even introducing legislation to This has since formed ten- business from our hardwork- borhood’s already established for established neighborhood prevent these issues from hap- sion between food cart ven- ing merchants. We have po- businesses and something businesses and restaurants. pening again. Until the city dors and store owners who lice and local elected offi cials must be done to stop this from A prime example Kearns institutes more regulations, pay rent and other expenses looking into this concern, but continuing,” Irene Guanill, gave was a food cart in front we ask people not to frequent to maintain their businesses we must continue applying Pelham Bay Merchants Asso- of a CVS Pharmacy located at these vendors,” he added. whereas vendors do not. pressure on these vendors to ciation president said. 3775 E. Tremont Avenue pres- Currently, the NYC Depart- “People are very upset resolve this issue.” Guanill revealed PBMA ently occupying space adja- ment of Health and Mental about this,” Stephen Kauf- Kaufman said this is- drafted a petition asking to cent to a driveway. Hygiene issues a mobile food man, Throggs Neck Mer- sue will be addressed before establish a non-vendor zone He explained police looked vending operator’s license chants Association president TNMA’s board of directors at for Westchester, Buhre, and into this particular food cart, and a mobile food unit permit. revealed. “Our merchants pay Wednesday, May 20’s evening Crosby avenues as well as Mid- but they could not charge the Both are required for some- rent, get harassed by traffi c meeting. dletown Road to help address vendor with any wrongdoing one to legally operate a mobile enforcement agents, and deal “We don’t believe it’s fair this concern and added they as his mobile unit was up to food vending business. with other expenses and these for our merchants to have to hope to make both Throggs code. In addition, the maximum vendors come into our neigh- compete with these food ven- Neck and Pelham Bay into Kearns added CB 10 is cur- size limit for all mobile food borhoods selling unhealthy dors who do nothing, but take such zones.
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 11 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Another Earth sors, have on how their stu- Wasteful were intended to directly as- dents come to judge the world sist Hurricane Sandy relief Day message around them. If you have the spending victims. I doubt that this what same world view as those pro- senator’s Charles Schumer Founded in 1981 by Dear editor, fessors, you see no danger. As Dear editor, and Kirsten Gillibrand had in Michael Benedetto and Larry Penner always a Conservative, I have seen The fi ndings contained in mind when lobbying Washing- John Collazzi writes a good letter and I’d fi rsthand, how infl uential New York State Comptroller ton for disaster relief funds. CEO like to add another idea to his they can be, and in my opin- Tom DiNapoli’s audit of the Even as you read this letter, Les Goodstein Earth Day message. We all ion, not in a good way. New York State Economic De- the New York State Economic PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER know that walking is good for As for your criticism velopment Corporation $211 Development Corporation Jennifer Goodstein you, so when I walk I take a of the Koch brothers, if you million dollar Start Up NY continues to waste millions BRONX TIMES PUBLISHER Laura Guerriero plastic bag so that I can pick think that the rich donors on program should be no sur- more of your hard earned tax EDITOR up clean garbage as I walk. your side of the political spec- prise to the enlightened read- dollars running these adver- John Collazzi You may think I’m doing this trum are any better, I think ers of The Chief. I have previ- tisements. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR to help the city - ha. I’m do- that you are mistaken. ously written about this waste, DiNapoli points out in his Patrick Rocchio ing it for my fat waist. I call it Anita Mule’ fraud and abuse of our tax dol- audit that the expenditure of REPORTERS ‘constructive exercise’. Try it. lars over the past two years. $211 million resulted in only Steven Goodstein Rob Wirsing Dante Barozzi Exercise Nice to see that Comptroller 41 companies creating 1,750 Jaime Williams DiNapoli agrees with me. jobs. That comes to $25,000 ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Views are tweaking With the permission and for each new job! DiNapoli Leonard Vigliotti direction of Governor Cuomo, forgot to credit the media Donna Marzi not extreme Dear editor the New York State Economic firm BBDO, hired by the PRODUCTION An article recently printed Development Corporation NYSEDC, who has produced Mauro DeLuca Dear editor, in the Bromx Times on dia- has spent $211 million of your and placed these advertise- I am writing to disagree betis emphasized that exer- money for a series of feel good ments. with Pasqual Pelosi’s recent cising defi nitely does help re- ads. The commercials run in Will fellow Democrat New opinion of Vernuccio’s col- duce diabetic complications. heavy rotation several times York State Attorney General umn. His viewpoints are not However, the amount of time per hour on television stations. Eric Schneiderman investi- Subscribing Community Groups extreme, as far as I can see. listed had one slight error. I They have a catchy beat remi- gate these series of scandals? • Throggs Neck Home Owners Association The threats he mentions are bring it up because I know you niscent of Bobby McFarins Don’t hold your breath as Sch- • Pelham Bay Taxpayers Community Assoc. real, not of his imagining, and want to encourage rather than “Don’t worry, be happy.” The neiderman is politically at- • Schuyler Hill Civic Association • Ferry Point Civic Association more people should take them discourage people from tak- costs far exceeded any rival tached to the hip of Cuomo. 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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 13 Barbecuers not welcome on Parkway
.BY JAIME WILLIAMS tended the PPNA’s April meet- East Community Association Local leaders say they’ll ing to discuss the plan for the chairman Raphael Schweizer, continue to hold the parks de- summer’s enforcement. with not an enforcement agent partment’s feet to the fi re over Shortly afterwards, they in sight. the issue of illegal barbecuing installed more than a dozen “This past Mother’s Day on Pelham Parkway. new, red signs that inform [enforcement agents] were Community Board 11, park goers ‘no barbecuing in pretty much non-existent,” along with neighboring com- this area.’ The old signs were said Schweizer. “PEP needs to munity associations, pushed fewer in number, a dark green be there on holidays to enforce the parks department last color and placed higher. the park rules and make the year to increase the number of “Only the birds were able park enjoyable for everyone.” Parks Enforcement Patrol of- to read the old signs,” said But Rubino said the parks fi cers visiting the site on sum- Blitzer. department has promised to mer weekends, when grills are The signs are defi nitely an begin enforcement before Me- often set up in the green space improvement, said CB 11 Parks morial Day, which along with between Wallace Avenue and Committee chair Joanne Ru- the Fourth of July and Labor Williamsbridge Road. bino, but they won’t solve the Day are the problematic week- Barbecuing in city parks problem at hand. ends. is illegal except in designated “The signs aren’t enough,” Barbecuing creates a num- areas, of which the closest to said Rubino. ber of issues, said Rubino, one Pelham Parkway is in Pelham Patrolling is necessary, she of which is unhealthy smoke Bay Park. said, because people will con- that drifts into apartments The Parks Department installed new red signs to deter barbecuers after After insisting the Parks tinue to barbecue as long as near the parkway. complaints from the Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association. Department provide enforce- they feel no one is watching. Another problem is that Photo courtesy of Raphael Schweizer ment to help combat the prolif- “With enforcement and when people barbecue under eration of grills on the green- summonses, people will start trees it can singe the leaves. nuisance to neighbors. She hopes the parks de- way last summer, there was a to realize its not an option,” Additionally the hot coals “They don’t clean up after partment will keep its word noticeable decline in the num- said Rubino. from barbecuing are often themselves,” said Rubino. “It’s and continue to build upon the ber of barbecuers, said Edith The effort to eliminate bar- dumped on the base of trees or out of control.” improvements made last year. Blitzer of the Pelham Parkway becuing was off to a rocky on the grass, where they cause The local leaders say “We’ll keep a close watch,” Neighborhood Association. start over Mother’s Day week- damage to the greenery as they’re pushing the issue in said Blitzer. “We’re hoping this sum- end. well a hazard to kids running order to protect their park. The parks department did mer will be even better,” said A dozen different groups around. “We want the park to be en- not respond to a request for Blitzer. were barbecuing on the The garbage and food left joyed by people—not burned comment. The parks department at- greenway, said Bronx Park behind by the parties is also a down,” said Blitzer.
14 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 15 Fitness trainer holds PBP bootcamp
BY STEVEN GOODSTEIN durance and speed. cess, according to Solis and With summer only a month Wednesday’s classes are her students. It is clear than away, a fi tness trainer is hold- for women only - focusing on this trainer is passionate ing outdoor bootcamp classes helping ladies achieve the ul- about helping any individ- to promote physical activity timate summer body. ual hoping to improve their and exercise in her commu- Bootcamp classes on Sat- health, lose weight or build nity. urdays focus on overweight lean muscle through exer- Certifi ed trainer Mary individuals, and includes ex- cise and healthy eating - do- Solis, founder and owner of ercises such as plyometrics, ing whatever it takes to see Dream Body Fit, has launched calisthenics and body weight her students achieve positive a dynamic outdoor bootcamp resistance. results. program in Pelham Bay Solis, an ISSA-certifi ed fi t- “Because I was born and Park to improve the physical ness trainer and a Precision raised in the Bronx, my pas- conditioning of participat- Nutrition coach, has been in- sion for living a healthy life- ing Bronxites who are moti- volved in physical training style through nutrition and vated to get fi t for the summer for over fi ve years. fi tness has made me very con- months. As a Bronx native, she has cerned about the obesity rate The bootcamp classes, helped several of her clients, in my borough,” said Solis. “I which have been located at most between the ages of 35- am committed to helping to the track and fi eld section of 65, achieve their fi tness and end this trend even if it’s one the park (near Bruckner Bou- weight loss goals while im- person at a time.” levard Expressway service proving their daily nutrition “My hope is to get as many and Middletown roads) began cycles people excited about exer- on Monday, April 27 and will .“I’ve been working out cise through my bootcamp run throughout the summer. with Mary for about two program as I can, and if not, Classes take place on Mon- months now and I must share Solis has been an ISSA-certifi ed fi tness trainer and a Precision Nutrition I hope they at least like it days and Wednesdays at 6 that she is super knowledge- coach for over fi ve years, bringing a wealth of experience to her boot- enough to commit to exercis- p.m. and on Saturdays at 9:30 able and great at what she camp classes. Photo courtesy of Mary Solis ing on a regular basis. a.m. The fi nal day of the pro- does,” said Lizzette Algarin, Classes cost $15 each, while gram has not yet been deter- a client of Solis. and she’s challenged me in ity and I highly recommend 10 classes, $100 and 20 classes, mined. “She has all the charac- ways where I’d never imagine trying her out - you won’t be $200. For more information Monday’s bootcamp teristics you would want in a I’d be able to achieve!” sorry,” Algarin added. or to book classes, visit www. classes are designed to im- trainer. We’ve worked out in “I now have more endur- The fi rst three weeks of dreambodyfi tness.com. prove health and increase en- the park as well as my home ance, strength as well as agil- the program have been a suc- *OIN THE !MERICAN 4URNERS .EW 9ORK New Members Receive 25% Discount On Dues All Other Fees Will Apply
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16 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 17 Shady employment agency practices revealed
BY ROBERT WIRSING job seeker should be charged primarily immigrants, are Proposed state legislation outrageous fees, be given false duped by unregistered, pred- seeks to declare open season hiring leads or empty prom- atory employment agencies on predatory employment ises of employment. New York with employment promises agencies preying upon unsus- State law governing the prac- and charged service fees, an pecting applicants and immi- tices of employment agencies average of $129, for fi nding a grants. needs to be updated and writ- job only to never receive any On Thursday, May 7, Sena- ten to protect anyone eager to employment leads or opportu- tor Jeff Klein and Assembly- work and earn an honest liv- nities. man Francisco Moya, united ing.” Maria Fretell of the Bronx with the Justice for Job Seek- It specifi ed 36% of employ- learned this after emigrating ers Campaign, Senator Diane ment agencies visited dis- from Peru to provide for her Savino, Councilman Ritchie played their licenses as re- three children. Torres, immigrants rights ac- quired by law, 49% posted “I went to a Queens em- tivists and community groups, NYC’s employment agency ployment agency which released a report detailing an laws, 72% failed to offer job charged me a $70 advance fee (l-r) Councilman Richie Torres, Senator Diane Savino, Senator Jeff Klein, undercover investigation into seekers contracts, 46% guar- and promised me a job, a job shady and fraudulent prac- anteed applicants placement I never got,” she said. “They and Assemblyman Moya with Justice for Job Seekers. tices occurring at New York despite its illegality, and 38% took advantage of my vulner- Photo courtesy of Senator Jeff Klein’s Offi ce City employment agencies. required advance fees from able situation, the fact I had This report revealed the applicants only to refuse re- just arrived and didn’t know opportunity is riddled with ment agencies and help job frequency of properly regis- funding them. how things worked here. Un- scams and stumbling blocks,” seekers who just want to earn tered agencies often violating According to recent data fortunately, I don’t think this Assemblyman Moya said. “As an honest living.” existing laws in addition to collected by NYC Department agency even exists anymore.” this scathing report makes “These employment agen- unregistered and illicit agen- of Consumer Affairs, employ- Klein and Moya introduced clear, when predatory employ- cies turn the American Dream cies conning workers out of ment agency complaints have bills in both legislative houses ment agencies see low-wage into the American Scheme. It’s money with promises of non- risen from 328 in 2013 to 940 modifying employment agen- workers and new immigrants, absolutely unconscionable to existent secure employment. last year. cies’ licensing procedures, they think they have the green fl eece the unemployed, many “Bogus employment agen- Bronx communities with impede worker defraudation, light to exploit and scam. Un- whom are immigrants look- cies, fi lled with unscrupu- the most complaints are West improve current regulations’ fortunately, our current laws ing for decent work. New York lous con men and women, are Bronx, University Heights, enforcement, and allow vic- have done little to regulate the must pass the Justice for Job targeting and exploiting im- Port Morris, Morris Heights, tims to seek legal recourse. wild west employment agency Seekers bill to protect work- migrants searching for work Melrose, and Castle Hill with “New York prides itself on landscape. The Justice for ers from employment scams,” throughout the fi ve boroughs,” 23 to 41 per zip code. being the state of immigrants, Job Seekers bill would put the Senator Savino stated. Senator Klein revealed. “No Inexperienced applicants, but for too many, the land of brakes on predatory employ- LEHMAN COLLEGE: Where Adults Succeed! CLASSES OFFERED DAY, EVENING, WEEKEND AND ONLINE
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 19 TNCAP leader receives awareness award BY PATRICK ROCCHIO but local efforts here in the The leader of the Throggs Pelham-Throggs Neck area are Neck Community Action Part- bringing a substantial decline nership and her organization in smoking rates,” said Flores, was honored for curbing smok- adding that TNCAP has done a ing in the community. great job of engaging the com- NYC Smoke-Free, an orga- munity on issues related to to- nization that increases aware- bacco control. ness of tobacco control issues, The award was giving for honored TNCAP chairwoman Maturo’s leadership in making Frances Maturo at her partner- sure TNCAP played a role in ship’s monthly meeting with its reducing those rates. Maturo members on Wednesday, May 6. said she struggled with quit- TNCAP is part of the Catholic ting smoking when she was Archdiocese of New York Drug younger, and that she was hon- Abuse Prevention Program. ored to accept the award on be- Maturo accepted the award half of the work that her orga- on behalf of their organiza- nization does. (l-r) Natoli, award winner Maturo, and Flores at the award presentation at TNCAP’s meeting on Wednesday, May tion for their work with youth “TNCAP is committed to 6. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co in fi ghting tobacco awareness continuing its efforts to raise through educational projects awareness of the dangers of to- in collaboration with local bacco in the community, and to including photographs and vid- pharmacies and stores sell to- ing its work to community else- schools over the past several infl uence the behavior of un- eos – about what they believe bacco. He also shared his expe- where in the borough. years. derage youth around this is- tobacco is doing to their com- riences during the awards pre- She stressed that she likes Guillermo Flores, NYC sue,” she said, adding that she munities. sentation. to think like a Bronxite, and be Smoke-Free community en- was accepting the award not Students, like anti-tobacco Key to stopping smoking, or concerned about the whole bor- gagement director, presented only on behalf of her staff, but leader Dante Natoli, who was substance abuse or teen drink- ough. the award on ‘World No To- of a coalition of schools, non- present at the awards presen- ing – all TNCAP missions -- is A representative of As- bacco Day’, and he pointed to profi ts, businesses, and govern- tation, have learned about the partnerships with community semblyman Michael Bene- numbers from the New York ment agencies that comprise effects that tobacco has on organizations, said Maturo, detto, Leon Tulton, presented City Department of Health that her organization and advise it communities through TNCAP upon accepting her award. Maturo an award from the as- he said showed a 45% decline in on preventing teen drinking projects. “I think that we are more semblyman for her leadership the proportion of adults smok- and substance abuse. Natoli created a project powerful when there is col- in stopping substance abuse ing in Throggs Neck and its vi- TNCAP worked on a project when he was at St. Theresa laboration between all groups and raising awareness among cinity from 2003-2013. with local schools awhile back School with a classmate to ex- in the community,” she said, community teens. “Tobacco is a global killer, where students created media – plore why community’s delis, adding that TNCAP is expand- Villa Maria Academy 128 Years of Excellence Accredited by The Middle States Association
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BY ROBERT WIRSING Sometimes the most powerful sto- ries to be told are bottled up inside ourselves. This past March, many Bronx vet- erans enlisted into a new reading and discussion series titled ‘Standing Down: From Warrior to Civilian’ at their local libraries which aims to aid former service members’ transition back into civilian life. The free program is named for a published anthology containing such famous literary works as Homer’s ‘Il- iad’ in addition to personal accounts from Afghanistan and Iraq War veter- ans. Sponsored by the New York Council for the Humanities, ‘Standing Down’ was created for Talking Service which serves the Great Books Foundation’s mission to foster reading and discus- sion programs for veterans, their fam- ilies and friends in addition to their caretakers and service providers. Jeremy Warneke, a United States Army National Guard veteran, serves as the Morris Park edition’s discus- sion facilitator and explained “Stand- ing Down’ is ultimately about giving back to those who have given so much. ‘Standing Down: From Warrior to Civilian’, a Both writing and reading has been new reading and discussion series helping huge passions for Warneke, a Sarah veterans transition back to civilian life, will Lawrence College graduate, who has hold its fi nal session Monday, June 1. been attending writing workshops Photo courtesy of Great Books Foundation since 2009 and whose writings have been published. He cited one such program, New eventually bridge it together with the York University Veterans Writers VA because veterans need things like Workshop held at the Kennedy Cen- ‘Standing Down’ to help them in their ter for the Performing Arts in 2009 in lives.” which veterans read non-fi ction works “I fi nd this program to be very in- including poems and memoir excerpts teresting and listening to these veter- to veterans and civilians as being one ans’ personal stories as well as their which helped inspire this idea of pay- unique perspectives on what we are ing it forward. reading helped me as a civilian bet- Warneke explained literature aided ter understand exactly what they went his friend, Phil Klay, a former Iraq War through and I believe this program Marine public affairs offi cer, who at- has helped them fi nd some peace and tended this same 2009 reading and was comfort in sharing those experiences declared a 2014 National Book Award with others,” Andrea Siegel, a veteran Winner for his published work, ‘Re- supporter expressed. deployment’ which chronicles an Iraq “I think the discussion group is veteran’s experience following home- great as it’s always interesting talking coming. about war with other veterans because “We’re living in a time when vet- you have empathy with each other de- erans are generally more accepted by spite the generational differences,” society than they were in previous de- Doug Condit, Jr., a Vietnam combat cades,” Warneke said. veteran explained. Warneke revealed the Morris Park The reading and discussion series Branch’s ‘Standing Down’ has seen a will hold its fi nale on Monday, June great turn out composed of veterans 1 from 5:30 until 7 p.m. inside Morris from all eras and their families as well Park Library. as civilians. “It’s brought a lot of veterans to “I thought this program was very this library and it’s absolutely reward- helpful because veterans don’t tend to ing seeing them coming together and speak openly about their experiences make new lasting friendships. They and sometimes get lost inside them- love this program so much, they don’t selves, but this program has helped want to leave after it’s over,” Grace everyone become more open to shar- Tellez-Cardona, Morris Park Library ing those experiences,” Earl Menard, senior librarian revealed. “We want Vietnam Navy veteran explained. “I these veterans to know we are always hope they continue this program and here for them.” 22 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR MIDDLETOWN ANIMAL CLINIC 2968 MIDDLETOWN ROAD, BRONX, NY 10461 (CORNER OF MIDDLETOWN & CROSBY) 718-824-8300 THE VERY BEST VETERINARY CARE FOR YOUR PETS! PROUDLY SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR THE PAST 16 YEARS! FULL SERVICE MODERN VETERINARY OFFICE FOR ALL YOUR PET’S MEDICAL NEEDS! PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT 718-824-8300
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 31 Crotona Park East project breaks ground
BY STEVEN GOODSTEIN “The security of knowing “Affordable and supportive An empty property near where you will sleep at night housing is one of the most im- Crotona Park is ready for is unfortunately not a given portant tools we have to com- housing development. for many New Yorkers,” said bat and prevent poverty in On Tuesday, May 19, The HPD commissioner Vicki New York and our partners Doe Fund, along with NYC Been. “The city is committed in the city government and Housing Preservation & De- to do more to fi nance the cre- the private sector recognize velopment, Congressman Jose ation of new, supportive and that,” said George T. McDon- Serrano and other develop- affordable housing opportu- ald, founder and president of ment partners as well as po- nities for the most vulnerable the Doe Fund. “We are all so litical leaders, held a ground- among us, and I am proud that proud to answer the mayor’s breaking ceremony for a new HPD’s partnership with the call for more affordable, safe, affordable and supportive Doe Fund, HASA, Citi Com- and accessible apartments for housing development at the munity Capital and our other New Yorkers.” development’s future location partners will make this 60- “When we invest in areas of 1420 Crotona Park East. unit, high quality supportive like Crotona Park, not only The proposed residence, housing development.” are the lives of residents up- an eight-story, 60-unit devel- This project will benefi t lifted, whole communities rise opment, will include 36 apart- from Project-Based Section 8 as well,” McDonald added. ments reserved for HIV/AIDS Vouchers that will subsidize The $21 million ground up Services Administration cli- rents for tenants, as each ten- development is expected to be ents and the other 24 units re- ant will pay only 30% of their completed in December 2016. served for NYC Housing Au- income towards rent. All thority senior clients. units in this development are This development will also planned to serve extremely (Right) A rendering of 1420 Crotona include onsite social services, low-income singles earning community spaces, a land- no more than $18,150 per year. Park East - a proposed eight-story, scaped courtyard and garden Each unit will be fi lled via re- 60-unit development. as well as 24-hour security. ferrals. Photo courtesy of the Doe Fund
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Bronx House School for Perform- Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) ing Arts is currently accepting registra- and Bilingual Education at BOCES’ site in tion for their seven-week summer session Harrison, NY. The fi rst courses, to begin of group music and dance classes. The this summer, will be offered to K-12 gen- school offers classes for children of all eral and special education faculty of the Touro College: a world of possibilities ages on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sat- 32 Southern Westchester BOCES compo- urdays beginning the week of June 27th nent districts ranging from Pelham in the and running through August 15th. Group South, to Greenburgh-North Castle in the Get your undergraduate degree in Information Technology at music classes include pre-school music North. appreciation and pre-instrumental classes These programs fulfi ll recent require- Touro College’s New York School of Career and Applied Studies. in piano and violin; and beginner piano or ments issued by the New York State Edu- guitar for ages 6 and up. Dance classes cation Department (NYSED) Part 154, to At NYSCAS we provide the support our students need to offered include Creative Movement, Pre- support teachers pursuing required certi- succeed, from the moment they enroll to the day they Ballet, Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop, and Jazz. fi cation in TESOL and Bilingual Education graduate. The school is also offering a new sum- programs. SWBOCES will provide space mer String Ensemble class for students in its Professional Development Center in ages 7 and up who are studying violin, vi- Harrison, NY for the programs, and fac- And if graduate study is in your ola or cello and are able to read music. ulty from The College of New Rochelle will future, consider Touro’s Graduate The class will give students an opportunity teach courses on-site. School of Technology, which to play together in duets or larger groups For further information about enroll- and develop listening, rhythm and impro- ment in the SWBOCES program, contact offers Master of Science programs 212.463.0400 x5500 visational skills; improve sight reading and Dan Potocki at [email protected] or call in Information Systems and MANHATTAN, BROOKLYN, QUEENS learn basic music theory including melody (914) 654-5803. Instructional Technology. www.touro.edu/nyscas and harmony. * * * Ongoing registration is available year- EssenMED House Calls announces round for private instruction in piano, gui- that its medical director Sumir Sahgal, MD tar, voice, violin, drums, and other instru- was honored by the American Academy of apply ONLINE at apply.touro.edu ments. Home Care Medicine with the House Calls scan here All classes are held in a state-of-the- Doctor of the Year Award. The award was art 7,000 square foot wing that includes presented to Dr. Sahgal at AAHCM’s An- Touro is an equal opportunity institution facebook.com/nyscasTouro For Touro’s complete Non-Discrimination Statement, please visit www.touro.edu @nyscasTouro soundproof and sound enhanced music nual Scientifi c Meeting which took place rooms and dance studios. The School for on Thursday, May 14. Performing Arts faculty is comprised of As the largest house calls service in professionals who are active musicians New York State, EssenMED House Calls and performers who hold advanced de- provides a broad range of in-home med- grees from schools including Juilliard, ical and diagnostic services for elderly HOUSES Mannes, the Manhattan School of Music, and home-bound patients. In addition to Indiana University and NYU. The school providing house calls as well as in-offi ce offers scholarships to students who qualify care to patients, Sahgal is also the com- for fi nancial assistance as well as instru- pany’s founder, where he oversees a team ments available for loan, free of charge. of medical providers, case managers and Bronx House is located at 990 Pelham auxiliary staff who work together to deliver FOR SALE Parkway South. For more information or seamless in-home medical care as well as to register call (718) 792-1800 ext. 235, or social services to patients across the fi ve check the website at www.bronxhouse. boroughs of NYC and Westchester. org. Sumir Sahgal, MD, is a board-certifi ed 233rd Vicinity Legal 2 Family, Detached * * * internist and also serves as chief medical Dr. Ruth Cassidy, vice president of offi cer of Essen Medical Associates, P.C., Brick, 50x100, Currently Being Used As A Clinical Services and Chief Pharmacy Of- a comprehensive multi-specialty medical fi cer at SBH Health System (St. Barna- group with seven offi ces in the Bronx; and Daycare, With Licenses. bas Hospital) , has been named Hospital Metro UrgiCare, an urgent care facility Pharmacy Director of the Year by Health specializing in the rapid treatment of non- Connect Partners. emergency medical care. Dr. Sahgal cur- $459,000 Dr. Cassidy, a Fellow of the American rently serves as the chief medical offi cer College of Healthcare Executives, has of Balance Accountable Care Organiza- spent more than 30 years in clinical and tion and is a leader and member of several administrative positions. medical societies and organizations. City Island Property, 2 Lg. Pieces With 3 Cot- Dr. Cassidy holds a doctorate in phar- For more information visit www.es- macy from the University of Florida and an senmedhousecalls.org or call (718) 294- tages On Each. 37.5x300. Property Listed at undergraduate degree in pharmacy sci- 6200. ences from St. John’s University. * * * 1.325 Million. + 1.431 Million. Eack Cottage * * * Supported by the NYC Community The Bronx Academy of Art & Dance School Initiative through the United Fed- Is Rented Out. 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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 37 Vacca dedicates Mott Hall computer lab
BY JAIME WILLIAMS cess to laptop computers. A community school is Now the students have a 16 home to a new computer lab. brand new computers in a des- Councilman James Vacca ignated workspace. recently visited Mott Hall The lab hosts a new tech- Community School at the I.S. nology class that all students 192 campus to dedicate the have the opportunity to be a technology center. part of, and teachers of all sub- Vacca chairs the technol- jects can reserve the lab for ogy committee in the City technology time. Council, and feels strongly “It’s our commitment to up- that students should have ac- hold the science, technology, cess to technology in a learn- engineering and mathemat- ing environment. ics component of Mott Hall “Technology today is im- Community— that wasn’t ev- portant to our kids,” he said. ident in previous years,” said The administration at Jeanty. Mott Hall Community School The school is working on agreed, and prioritized build- integrating technology into ing the $100,000 lab in the all different subjects, and the school’s budget this year. computer class has already At the dedication of Mott Hall Community School’s new computer lab (l to r): Councilman Vacca’s Chief-of-Staff “It’s defi nitely a big invest- helped introduce students to Michael Rivedeneyra, student Jenna Mateo, teacher Ame Albo, teacher Yasemin Tomko, Councilman Vacca, ment, and its worth it,” said different applications of math. parent Peter Del Debbio, student Amber Valarezo, and acting principal Jean Jeanty. acting principal Jean Jeanty. They have used computer pro- Community News Group / Jaime Williams The school recognizes the grams to design their dream growing role that technology homes, and to learn how to plays in the world. create budgets, said Jeanty. “They’ve been excited about trict over the years. puter lab to the list of their “To be successful in the “It allows them to envision the learning,” said Jeanty. Thanks to his funding, the new amenities, especially 21st Century, you need com- themselves as homeowners At the dedication, Vacca school has recently renovated technology and its applica- puter skills,” said Jeanty. and small business owners,” said he could knew the com- the library and cafeteria, and tions for students continue to The middle school, which he said of the exercises. puter lab would be well used will soon be receiving a weight change. opened in 2009, was sorely The addition of the lab has by the students, and that he room. “Technology is an evolving lacking in technology, al- made a positive impact on stu- has been glad to support the Vacca’s glad the students fi eld, you have to update con- though students did have ac- dents already. community school in his dis- have been able to add a com- stantly,” he said. cross town 718-597-3450 FAX: 718-597-1978 diner 718-597-2097
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Salsa Singer Jose Alberto with Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. Photo by Patricio Robayo
BronxWeek’s dozens of events culminated in a parade on Sunday, May 17. Local marching bands, civic groups, community organizations and schools marched on Mosholu Parkway North, where thousands of Bronxites gathered.
The P.S. 76 Marching Band Photo by Patricio Robayo
Hundreds of Bronx residents participated in the parade. Photo by Patricio Robayo Roosevelt High School Cheerleading. Photo by Patricio Robayo
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 41 ST. RAYMOND ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS ALBANIANS HONORED AT MONROE COLLEGE The 3rd Annual Fr. John Flynn Rooftop Court Reception was held at St. Raymond High School On Sunday, May 17, the Commemoration Academy honored Albania’s executed and impris- for Girls on Thursday, May 7. The event was an opportunity for alumnae to learn more about oned political prisoners at Monroe College. The event honored Albanians who were pun- what is going on currently at the school. Fr. Flynn Scholarship athletic awards were given ished by the previous Communist regime because of their anti-Communist beliefs. to students during the event, with the award recipients, two high school seniors, taking home scholarships of $1000 each. Fr. Flynn greatly appreciated sports. An endowment fund established in his honor helps athletic students by providing them with tuition assistance.
(l-r) Lisa Schaller, director of advancement; Sr. Mary Ann D’Antonio, principal; Mary Ellen Loveless, Fr. Flynn’s sister; scholarhip recipient Victoria Gonzalez; Melissa Torres, athletic director; scholarship recipient Danisha Moreno; and Msgr. John Graham, pastor of St. Ray- (l-r) Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj (l) poses with Albanian American Society Foundation presi- mond. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co dent Esad A. Rizai. Photo by Edwin Soto BRONX PHYSICAL THERAPY SUPPORTS AUTISM SPEAKS On Friday, May 15 Bronx Physical Therapy hosted a Casino Night at the American Turner Club. The fundraiser supported ‘Autism Speaks’, the world’s leading organization to research causes, preventions and treatments for autistic children and adults.
Joe and Joanne Gaugin worked the front door of the event. Ed Blum, Bronx Physical Therapy founder and Rocco DeNobile, Jr., junior partner were both Photo by Laura Stone present at the event. Photo by Laura Stone BENEDETTO PROCLAIMS APRAXIA DAY BBC GALAXEE Assemblyman Michael Benedetto recently pre- sented a resolution to the family of Christopher REOPENS DeJesus proclaiming Tuesday, May 14 as Child- hood Apraxia of Speech Day in the State of New SHOP York. Benedetto introduced the resolution on be- half of Michael and Addy DeJesus to bring aware- ness to Apraxia, a speech disorder which causes BBC Galaxee Sports Cards and Memo- children to have extreme diffi culty learning to rabilia celebrated its reopening on speak. It is among the most severe speech and Saturday, May 16 at the shop at 4253 communication problems for children. Throgs Neck Expressway. Assemblyman Benedetto with Christopher DeJe- sus and his mother and father Addy and Michael DeJesus. Owner Mike Fata with his son Zachary. Photo courtesy of Assemblyman Michael Benedetto’s Photo by Patricio Robayo offi ce 42 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Got Hair? Got Hair? llc MEDICAL AESTHETICS MEDICAL AESTHETICS
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 43 PARKCHESTER CHORUS’ 75TH SPRING CONCERT
The Parkchester Chorus held its 75th annual Spring Concert at the First Presbyterian HUNTS POINT MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR BBQ Church on Friday, May 19. During the con- cert celebration, the chorus performed sev- On Thursday, May 14, the Greater Hunts Point Chamber of Commerce hosted a Meet Your eral hymns. Following the concert, Borough Neighbor BBQ in front of A1 Food Distributor in Hunts Point. President Ruben Diaz, Jr. presented the cho- Nick Madio (c) prepares the event’s barbequed treats as his daughter Gina assists him. rus with a proclamation. Photo by Miriam Quin
Catherine Naughton, president of the PUERTO RICAN PARADE CROWNING Parkchester Chorus, holds a Proclamation the chorus received from Borough President The 2015 Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade crowned its adult-aged queen in a ceremony on Ruben Diaz, Jr.’s offi ce. Sunday, May 17. The queen for 2015 is Wanda Guzman. The event took place at the Asmara Photo by Edwin Soto Ballrrom. The 29th annual parade will be on the Grand Concourse, Sunday, May 31. JACOBI’S VETERANS HEALTH EVENT Jacobi Medical Center hosted its Fifth Annual Mental Health Conference on ‘Combating Vet- erans Issues’ on Friday, May 15. The Joint Jacobi Medical Center and North Central Bronx Hospital Community Advisory Board and the Jacobi Medical Center Auxiliary sponsored the forum. Among the topics discussed was homeless among veterans, suicide prevention, and mental illness and the military culture.
The 2014 Queen, Vanessa Rosa (l) and the 2015 Queen, Wanda Guzman share a moment with their crowns.
Notables at the Jacobi Medical Center Conference on Mental Health: (l-r) Christopher Munn; Jeff McQueen; Mark Lombard; Cirino Lotta; Wendy Burch; Roberto Rodriguez of Jacobi’s POWELL SERVICE Stand Up to Violence program; Sylvia Lask; Councilman Andrew Cohen; Assemblyman Mi- chael Benedetto; Evan Podolak and Al D’Angelo, Morris Park Community Association. On Saturday, May 9, a funeral service for Photo by Silvio Pacifi co the late Bronx historian and activist Morgan Powell was held inside Woolworth Chapel at Woodlawn Cemetery. Approximately 25 people, including members of Powell’s fam- Veterans (l-r) James Hexner, ily, were in attendance to pay their respects. John Pucci and Earl Meward This memorial event fulfi lled Powell’s dream at the Jacobi Mental Health of being buried at Woodlawn Cemetery Conference, which focused which he cited as one of his favorite places on veterans and mental due to its beautiful landscape. health. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co Mike Gupta, East Bronx History Forum histo- rian and Powell’s friend, eulogizes the late Bronx historian and activist. Photo by Walter Pofeldt
44 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Gun Hill Road and Boston Road Merchants Association offi cially open for Business
The Gun Hill Road and Bos- gramming and funding. King ton Road Merchants Associa- has continued to fund the mer- tion and The Bronx Chamber chant programming in this of Commerce hosted a suc- corridor. cessful networking event for This networking event was merchants in the Boston Road momentous as The Gun Hill area on May 13 at Teddy Volk- Road and Boston Road Mer- swagon, an anchor in this mer- chant Association offi cially chant corridor. Councilman opened up their bank account Andy King and Senator Ruth with Ridgewood Savings Bank. Hassell Thompson offered re- marks, and attendees social- (Right, l-r)) Michelle Dolgow Cristo- ized and exchanged ideas. faro (chief-of-staff, Bronx Chamber Boston Road Merchants of Commerce), Steve Risso (presi- Association members will dent, Gun Hill and Boston Road Mer- continue to work together to chant Association and president/ promote their businesses, col- co-founder, Teddy Nissan & Teddy laborate on community activi- Volkswagen, partner/co-founder ties, provide networking and Nissan of New Rochelle), Council- support, educate each other, man Andy King, Debbie Iachetta and also enjoy a few social busi- (Ridgewood Savings Bank), Lenny ness activities. Caro (president/CEO, Bronx Cham- The Bronx Chamber of ber of Commerce), and Marques Commerce helped incorporate Payne (director of Membership and The Gun Hill Road and Bos- ton Road Merchant Associa- Merchant Services, Bronx Chamber tion through Avenue NYC pro- of Commerce).
jurisdictions where they expressive activities to un- tive] (55.2%), 171 received a yel- BY FRANK V. VERNUCCIO, JR. have been ruled unconstitu- reasonable registration re- low light rating (39.1%), and 18 May is graduation month tional. Action quirements. received a green light rating for universities across the na- The majority of Ameri- Excuses are still being [least restrictive] (4.1%). FIRE tion. Have they been teach- can colleges and universities found to limit speech on cam- did not rate seven schools ing disrespect for the First maintain speech codes.” Association puses. “…FIRE continues to (1.6%). FIRE rated 333 pub- Amendment, a dangerously FIRE’s recent survey of 437 see an unacceptable number lic colleges and universities. wrong lesson? schools found that more than of universities punishing stu- Of these, 54.1% received a red The Foundation for Indi- 55 percent maintain severely and 25 percent of schools sur- dents and faculty members light rating, 41.4% received a vidual Rights in Education restrictive, ‘red light’ speech veyed, respectively, received a for constitutionally protected yellow light rating, and 4.5% (FIRE) report on universi- codes—policies that clearly red light rating.” speech and expression. It is es- received a green light rating. ties notes that “many … in- and substantially prohibit Some states have taken sential that students, faculty, Since public colleges and uni- stitutions severely restrict protected speech. steps to protect First Amend- and free speech advocates re- versities are legally bound to free speech and open debate. The report notes that ‘col- ment rights. Last year, Vir- main vigilant not only about protect their students’ First Speech codes—policies pro- leges’ restrictions on free ginia enacted legislation ef- campus speech codes but also Amendment rights, any per- hibiting student and faculty speech varies by state. In Mis- fectively designating outdoor about the way universities centage above zero is unac- speech that would, outside souri, for example, over 85 areas on the Commonwealth’s may—even in the absence of a ceptable, so much work re- the bounds of campus, be pro- percent of schools surveyed public college campuses as policy that is unconstitutional mains to be done.” tected by the First Amend- received a red light rating. In public forums. This prevents as written—silence or punish Contact COMACTA at ny- ment—have repeatedly been contrast, two of the best states Virginia’s public universi- protected speech.” communityaction@gmail. struck down by federal and for free speech in higher edu- ties from limiting student ex- “Of the 437 schools re- com; tune into our sponsored state courts for decades. Yet cation were Virginia and In- pression to tiny ‘free speech viewed by FIRE, 241 received radio broadcasts, and visit our they persist, even in the very diana, where only 31 percent zones’ or subjecting students’ a red light rating [most restric- website at comactainc.com.
BY GRACE CERINI sored a blood drive in memory We endeavor to be in ser- By appointment, we are also The Throggs Neck Volun- of Bill Heaney in April. We vice Monday through Thurs- available to set up “First Aid” teer Ambulance Corps’. mis- want to thank everyone who day, from 6 p.m. until midnight stations for schools, sporting sion is to provide free and came out that day to make it and from Friday at 6 p.m. un- and religious events. If you’re prompt pre-hospital emer- a success. TNVAC is working til midnight on Sunday night. gathering people, we can be gency care to those in Throggs hard toward some fundrais- Volunteer Ambulance If interested in volunteering there to assist. Please contact Neck, Alden Park, Edgewa- ing/events. Corps please feel free to contact us our Community Affairs Of- ter Park, Locust Point, Ferry We held an event at Jimmy at (718) 430-9501. TNVAC vol- fi cer Laura Leich at (718) 430- Point, Silver Beach, Spencer Ryan’s this past Friday which work - volunteers and fund- unteers are fully trained be- 9501 to discuss your needs. Estates, Country Club, Water- helped raise some much ing. In order to continue being fore doing service. We have Our upcoming event will bury/LaSalle, Schuyler Hill needed funds. Our Annual Ap- an active running ambulance dispatchers, attendants, mo- be on Saturday, May 30 at 3707 and Pelham Bay area when peal has gone out to the neigh- corps, we are always seeking tor vehicle operators (drivers) E. Tremont and Randall Ave- needed. Our headquarters are borhoods we service and will monetary donations. Any as- and Emergency Medical Tech- nue during the Throggs Neck located at 3955 E. Tremont Av- help to pay for one of our am- sistance would be greatly ap- nician positions open that you Merchants Street Fair from enue, Bronx, NY 10465. Our bulances which has an out- preciated. If you would like to can be trained for. During 11a.m. to 4 p.m.. We hope you mailing address is PO Box standing loan of over $32,000. donate, please visit us at www. our service hours, the emer- will come out and enjoy the 302, Bronx, NY 10465. It takes two things to make any tnvac.us for further informa- gency line to summon our day as well as giving your sup- St. Benedict’s church spon- volunteer organization really tion. ambulance is (718) 430-9500. port. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 45 P.S. 14’S ONCE UPON A RAFFLE GALA On Thursday, May 14, P.S. 14 hosted its Once Upon a Raffl e Gala at Maestro’s. This throwback 80s-style card party benefi ted students at P.S. 14 through the sale of raffl e tickets for great prizes and a 50/50 raffl e among many others.
LOCUST POINT KICKS OFF FILM FEST The Bronx International Film Festival celebrated local fi lmakers at its opening night party on Friday, May 15 at the Locust Point Civic Center. After the party, Chris Raffaele screened his fi lm ‘Dash.’
(l to r) Jeff Crianza, Chris Raffaele, Jeff Adorno, John McDermit, Marc Makowski and Jerry Landi celebrate at the fi lm festival. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co (l-r) P.S. 14 assistant principal Teresa Gerstner, PTA president Amy-Ann Vohnout; PTA vice president Suzette DiCecco; PTA treasurer Judy Gennarelli; PTA secretary Christine Wilcox; PTA staff members Michelle Spirito and Patti Vento. Photo by Patricio Robayo KLEIN HOSTS CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL On Saturday, May 16, Senator Jeff Klein, joined by approximately 200 children and families, hosted his annual Spring Children’s Festival at St. Theresa School. At this fun-fi lled spring- time celebration, children danced to today’s top hits, had their faces painted, participated in an arts and crafts project, and played a variety of fun games. All attendees enjoyed deli- cious treats and snacks including hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy and juice.
(l to r) Sal Amore, Locust Point resident and fi lm maker and producer Jerry Landi; and actor and fi lm maker Chris Raffaele. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co Senator Klein stands with students at St. Theresa School. Photo courtesy of Senator Jeff Klein’s Offi ce 2015 CON ED YANKEE KIDS HONORED The 2015 Con Edison Yankees Kids were recently honored at Yankee Stadium. The Yankee Kids SECOND CHANCE TOYS FOR BRONX KIDS consist of one kid from each borough as well as Westchester, Orange and Rockland counties. They were selected based on their academic excellence, leadership and sportsmanship. On Friday, May 15, more than 100 Viacom employee volunteers cleaned and tagged used toys as part of their Employee Day of Giving campaign. The toys were delivered by truck to Mount Hope Housing Complex in the Bronx. Assemblyman Victor Pichardo attended the event, which was made possible through the efforts of Second Chance Toys, a New York based non-profi t. Children all across NYC donated their unwanted plastic toys which were refurbished and distributed to less fortunate children.
(front row, l-r) Mia Gironza, Brooklyn; Christian Comodo, Staten Island; Renzo Castrucci, Manhattan; Daniel Gall, Queens; Patrick Benn, Orange and Rockland counties; (back row, l-r) Philippe Dauman, Viacom CEO, stands alongside the fully refurbished toys donated to Mount Olivia Guilford, Bronx; Francisco Maldonado, Westchester; and retired New York Yankee Jim Hope Housing Complex children. Photo by Chris King Leyritz. Photo courtesy of Con Edison 46 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Holy Name Society and Big Deal Supermarket Lenten Fundraiser raises funds for Morris Park churches
The Annual Big Deal Su- permarket has donated a per- permarket Holy Name Society centage of the total receipts Lenten Fundraiser was once amount to the parishes. again a huge success. Through Fr. Matthew Furey, Pastor the generosity of Big Deal Su- of St. Francis Xavier Church permarket and the shoppers of and Fr. Robert Aufi eri, Pastor the local community,$6,832.16 of St. Clare of Assisi Church was raised to support two lo- received separate checks cal parishes. from the supermarket owner, Morris Park shoppers Miguel Garcia. dropped their sales receipts The leadership and pa- into the big jar located in rishioners of both parishes the front of the supermarket thanked shoppers for their from the weekend before Ash continuous support of the Wednesday through Easter Lenten Fundraiser which has Sunday. Since 2010, the su- generated more than $34,177 ($17,088.50 for each church) Big Deal Supermarket owner, Miguel Garcia.
BY CHRYS NAPOLITANO from work, helping me in the cer’s freezer. beans, dried pasta, frozen May is here and it looks kitchen while we chat about We prefer to buy our food vegetables, dried mushrooms, like the weather is fi nally the day helps him unwind. whole, and when we can, we cornmeal and couscous helps getting hot. I went down to We have a joke; I procure and prefer to buy direct from the you to stretch your food dollar Florida for a few days with a he prepares. I’m not one of people who produce our food. and create quick, easy meals. friend. It was nice to get back those wives who goes shop- I’ve never done an actual anal- Soon the CSA’s will be to the Bronx, especially since ping and spends tons of money ysis of how much we spend, I starting and the farmer’s mar- the dinner waiting for me was on clothes, I’m not spending should. But when people ask kets will be in full swing. The pizza from Louie and Ernie’s money online and while I am than the percentage that most me how we can afford to do kids will be home from school and a bottle of Manhattan an interior designer, I don’t Americans spend on food. A this, I explain that the most and many of us will be taking Special. spend on decorating either. typical American household important thing is to make vacation time. This is the per- While I devoured my meal, But put me in a good farm- will spend 6 to 7 % of their sure you’re not wasting food. fect time of year to go through we chatted about my trip. I com- er’s market or set me loose in income on food while in Eu- While the typical American is the freezer and see what’s in plained about the heat and in- Trader Joe’s, Fairway or Eat- ropean countries like Spain, spending less money on food, there. I know there’s a bag of sects, raved about being able to aly and watch out. Italy and France, they spend they are also wasting more frozen jalepeno and Serrano spend three days with my best The last time we were in about 17 to 18%. The Ameri- of their food, so I guess it bal- peppers that I can turn into a friend of 35 year and bemoaned Italy, we stopped at the Iper- can food system prides itself ances out in the end. green pepper jam, plus I made the fact that the food was hor- coop to get groceries (we were on being able to provide meals I spend the extra money on a roast chicken this week and rible. My husband pointed out renting a house with a bunch that are inexpensive and the grass-fed pastured chicken, pretty sure I need to get some that we’re spoiled, and I had to of friends) and he had to stop options are endless. Market- but I buy whole chickens in- stock made. I can’t believe it, agree he was right. me by reminding me we were ing of food promotes the low stead of parts. That way, I can but I have a bag of frozen toma- We eat, for the most part, only there for fi ve days. cost and the convenience of use the bones for stock, the left- toes that will need to become whole food and we use cook- I would imagine that our processed food, whether it be over meat is shredded and be- sauce for our Pizza Class on ing as a way to spend time to- food budget in relation to our a restaurant or a packaged comes other meals throughout Friday night. And yes, there gether. When he gets home income is probably higher food you’ll fi nd in your gro- the week and I keep the chicken is a bag of broccoli and cau- fat too. Bones go in bags in the lifl ower stems. I might have freezer and eventually a day to to thaw that, make soup and make stock is set aside when I grilled cheese sandwiches for PROM NIGHT AT ST. BARNABAS HIGH SCHOOL have three bags fi lled. Once a dinner one night this week. year, I’ll render all the chicken Our CSA starts on Mon- fat and make a confi t. day, June 8 and we are still I keep a freezer bag fi lled accepting members. When I with trimmings from broccoli checked the other day, we had and caulifl ower and when the 27 shares already signed up! bag gets fi lled, I turn that into I am still trying to match up a creamed soup. Other vege- half shares, so if you are in- table trimmings are thrown terested, let me know. Every into the mix when I make week, we will create a menu chicken stock. There is al- plan for our members to help ways a way to reuse leftovers them utilize their share and when you are cooking meals eliminate waste. from scratch with whole foods. After ten years in CSA, we Whenever I hear someone say, have lots of experience and “oh, my family won’t eat left- have learned what needs to be overs”, I know that means used fi rst, what can wait for Saint Barnabas High School seniors are ready for two important events. The fi rst is prom night on “our dinners come from a box the weekend, what needs to be Wednesday, May 20th at Beckwith Pointe in New Rochelle where, of course, the perfect gown will be and nobody will eat that stuff preserved and how to accom- worn. Then there is the gown that parents are most proud of - their daughter’s graduation gown to warmed up again”. plish these tasks. To sign up, be worn on May 29th. Each gown is a symbol of accomplishments and memories of their high school I have previously extolled go to www.stoneledgefarmny. experience at Saint Barnabas. the virtues of the properly org or contact me at cnapoli- (L-r) Saint Barnabas High School Assistant Principal Fran Dziuma handing out graduation gowns stocked pantry and I can not [email protected]. to several seniors: Arielys Valerio, Noreen Charles, Ieana Palesi, and Chidera Ohakam. stress how important this is In the meantime, be the to your food budget. Having change you want to see in the Photo courtesy of Saint Barnabas High School items on hand like rice, dried world. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 47 3RD ANNUAL BOLLYWOOD AT WESTCHESTER SQUARE’S OWEN DOLEN PARK Councilman James Vacca and Westchester Square Zerega Improvement Organization hosted the 3rd annual Bollywood in the Bronx event on Saturday, May 16 at Owen Dolen Park. The event featured performances by local singers and dancers.
The performers and organizers of Bollywood in The Bronx Photo by Patricio Robayo BRONX WALK OF FAME INDUCTIONS The Grand Concourse outside of the borough’s municipal building was the scene of the unveiling of street signs, honoring the four 2015 inductees onto the ‘Bronx Walk of Fame.’ A ceremony with Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. and each of the honorees took place on Sunday, May 17 as part of BronxWeek 2015. This year’s Walk of Fame inductees were notable Bronxites actor Malik Yoba, basketball great Dolph Schayes, actress Stacey Dash, and post- humously honored businessman Alfredo Theibaud.
A dance performance by Donna. Photo by Patricio Robayo ANN & TONY’S ‘CONSUMED’ PARTY On Wednesday, May 13, Ann & Tony’s Restaurant threw a party celebrating the premiere of CNBC’s ‘Consumed: The Real Restaurant Business’ reality television show. Located at 2407 Arthur Avenue, the historic, Italian eatery was featured in this new program which chronicles a handful of local restaurants in the ultra-competitive New York City restaurant scene and their respective trials and triumphs.
Marika Shaub (center), Social Media CNBC Prime director with Anthony and Ralph Napoli- Alfredo Thiebaud’s family helps unveil street sign with Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr, tano, owners of Ann and Tony’s Restaurant on Arthur Avenue celebrating the premiere of Congressman Jose Serrano and News 12 meteorologist Mike Favetta ‘Consumed’. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co Photo by Laura Stone 48 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Throggs Neck Merchants’ AARP Driver Safety Program Assemblyman Michael R. Bene- This 6-hour course will refresh detto will be sponsoring an AARP your driving knowledge with a review Fair Event Listing Driver Safety course on Saturday, June of time-tested safe driving tips. 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This course is Those who complete the course will a closed class with AARP. receive a reduction of approximately Saturday, May 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Space is limited. Registration for 10 percent from the base rate of auto- this class begins on Tuesday, May 26, mobile and motorcycle liability premi- at 9:30 a.m. NO reservations will be ums each year for three years. Historical Bus (MTA)…………………………………...……T D Bank-3755 E. Tremont Ave. taken prior to that time The course will be held at the Fort Antique Firetruck (FDNY)………………………….……….T D Bank-3755 E. Tremont Ave. To reserve a seat, call (718) 892- Schuyler House, 3077 Cross Bronx Ex- Career Tabling (FDNY)……………………………..………T D Bank-3755 E. Tremont Ave. 2235. pressway. Stuffed Animal Station (Preston)……….…Capital Shield Agency-3707 E. Tremont Ave. Face Painting, Cotton Candy, Popcorn….Capital Shield Agecny-3707 E. Tremont Ave. Hot Dog Station……………...... …Fine Fare Supermarket-3680 E. Tremont Ave. BY MICHAEL MCNERNEY Bronx Children’s Museum……...... …..Throggs Neck Post Offi ce-3630 E. Tremont Ave. The next meeting of the Country Stuffed Animal Station (Preston)...……Power X Press Mortgage-3609 E. Tremont Ave. Club Civic Association will be held on Action Face Painting (Sandi Lusk)…...... Alley Cat Café-3604C E. Tremont Ave. Wednesday, May 27, at 7:30 p.m. The location of the meeting is the cafete- Child ID (NY Life)……………………………………Alley Cat Café-3604C E. Tremont Ave. ria building of the Villa Maria Acad- Rock Wall (NYPD)…………………………………………….Rite Aid-3590 E. Tremont Ave. emy, located at 3833 Country Club Association Stage (Assemblyman Benedetto)…………………...……..Rite Aid-3590 E. Tremont Ave. Road. This is the building immedi- Tony Traina Entertainment ately to your left upon entering the dress any issues that are in need of campus. immediate rectifi cation. 1950’s Revue, Frank Sinatra Retrospect On Friday, May 15, our association An example of this would be graf- Renaissance Youth Center-Singers, Dancers, Musicians was proudly represented at this years fi ti on utility poles, mail boxes, and annual 45th Precinct Community call boxes. We have begun assembling Cub Scouts Registration…………...... ……..Rite Aid-3590 E. Tremont Ave. Council Breakfast. This breakfast a list of volunteers, and have started which was held at the Villa Barone collecting supplies that would be nec- TNCAP……………………...... ………………………………..Rite Aid-3590 E. Tremont Ave. Manor, commemorated National Po- essary for us to complete our mission. Ridgefi eld Savings Bank………………………………....….Rite Aid-3590 E. Tremont Ave. lice Memorial Day, as well as honored We intend on spending several hours BASE………………………..………………………………….Rite Aid-3590 E. Tremont Ave. local residents and police offi cers who together on a Sunday in late spring/ Petitions for Bronx Animal Shelter have greatly served our community. early summer to perform this task. Our very own resident and mem- Volunteers will be provided a free ber, John Provetto, was awarded for t-shirt and will be treated to a BBQ Pony Rides…………………………………………….Zero’s Cab Co-3553 E. Tremont Ave. his efforts in graffi ti removal, and as lunch afterward. If you are interested Sisters Servants of Mary……………………………….Chase Bank-3528 E. Tremont Ave. overseer of The 1-800-COP-SHOT Pro- in volunteering or donating materi- Electronics I D (NYPD)…………..………..Anthony’s Flower Farm-3240 E. Tremont Ave. gram. John has proven, and contin- als, please contact our event coordina- Vehicle I D (NYPD)………………………...Anthony’s Flower Farm-3240 E. Tremont Ave. ues to prove, that he is a tremendous tor Angela Ryan at the number listed asset to our community. He serves as below. More specifi c details will be Pelham Bay Library (NYPD)...……………Anthony’s Flower Farm-3240 E. Tremont Ave. a shining example of community ser- provided in our upcoming articles, so New Beginnings Animal Shelter…...……Anthony’s Flower Farm-3240 E. Tremont Ave. vice, and we are fortunate to have him please continue to stay informed. Child ID (Free Masons)……………………………………....Sapito’s-3168 E. Tremont Ave. living here. We were pleased to sup- The association can be reached Food Samplings………………………………………….……Sapito’s-3168 E. Tremont Ave. port all of the honorees at this event, via mail at P.O. Box 211, Bronx, NY Beer Tasting…………………………………………..………Skibbo’s-3156 E. Tremont Ave. and commend them all for their con- 10465, and via telephone at (718) 823- tinued efforts to better the communi- 1814. Be sure to check our answering ties they live and work in. machine message for updated notifi - The Bronx Tourism Trolley will be transporting visitors up and down Ee Tremont Ave. Our organization is also currently cations regarding any changes to our (Dewey to LaSalle avenues)-free of charge coordinating a community clean up meetings. day. We, the members of the Country Please remember, “Take pride in Bronx Council of the Arts will have 12 artists along the route displaying art & crafts, Club Civic Association, plan on comb- your community; your home extends jewelry, photography, paintings, and clothing ing through our neighborhood to ad- beyond your property line!”
event and to introduce our of a public hearing to be held Simply fi ll out the form and BY MICHELE TORRIONI association to those families on these issues and make sure along with your $10 member- Hello everyone. Saturday, I that were at the event. Maybe to come out in force for this ship fee, send to our address had the privilege to be a part they will consider becoming meeting. listed above. of Senator Jeff Klein’s Spring involved in the future. The weather is getting Our meetings have been Children’s Festival held at St. Thank you Senator Klein warmer and warmer the heat moved to the third Tuesday of Theresa’s gym. What a great and his staff for allowing us of the summer will soon be the month. Our next meeting event and even better turn to set-up a membership drive upon us, please remember to will be held on Tuesday, June out. There was a bouncy house table. stay safe in the heat and hot 16t in the St. Theresa Cafete- for the kids to enjoy as well as Please ask your friends alition, which the Pelham Bay weather, apply plenty of sun- ria. Our guest speaker to be cotton candy, hot dogs, pop- and neighbors to become Taxpayers and Civic Associa- screen and stay in air condi- announced. After the June corn, face painting, arts and more involved in our com- tion along with several other tioning whenever possible. meeting we will be breaking crafts and games. The chil- munity. With all the changes civic associations are a part Remember to check on for the summer months and dren looked like they were happening in this commu- of, is diligently working on those who suffer in the heat the meetings will resume in having a great time and it was nity getting involved and be- some of the traffi c issues that and the elderly. September. nice to see all the families that ing heard is more important have come to the Community Another reminder - if Our email address for participated. now than ever. There are Board 10 area due to these new you haven’t sent your dues, those of you who are unable to We had set up a table in the several developments that developments and possible fu- please do so. The address is attend our meetings but wish hopes to get some new mem- have come with more on the ture developments in our com- 1720 Mayfl ower Avenue, Apt. to voice your concerns, ideas bers to join the Pelham Bay horizon so we need to make munity and the surrounding 10H, Bronx, NY 10461. If you and issues is: pbta196@gmail. Taxpayers and Civic Associa- sure our voices are heard communities which will effect wish to join our organiza- com. Thank you to those who tion. Unfortunately we weren’t loud and clear by our elected this community. tion, please contact us via our have been using the email and as successful as I hoped, but officials. Keep your eyes and ears email and we will send you an sharing their concerns and it was nice to be a part of the The East Bronx Traffi c Co- open for the announcement application for membership. ideas. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 49 Mount inducts National Honor Society members
On Monday, May 11, 52 students the keynote speaker. He encouraged were inducted into the St. Marcellin the young men to “Stay committed Champagnat Chapter of the National to your accomplishments, and to the Honor Society, the Spanish National world of communication.” Villa Maria Academy students, who won 3rd place at the Mt. St. Michael Academic Chal- Honor Society and the Italian Honor The National Honor Society (NHS) lenge. Society at Mount Saint Michael Acad- is the nation’s premier organization emy. The students were recognized for established to recognize outstanding their outstanding performance in the high school students. More than just Villa’s Academic Challenge winners areas of: Scholarship, Service, Lead- an honor roll, NHS serves to honor ership, and Character. These criteria those students who have demonstrated and their areas of expertise were: for selection form the foundation upon excellence in the areas of scholarship, On Thursday, May 7, a team of Teila Narcisco and Jonathan Suero which the National Honor Society or- leadership, service, and character. 20 students represented Villa Ma- for Religion, Maria Silvestri and Mi- ganization and its activities are built. These characteristics have been asso- ria Academy at the Mount Academic chael Martire for Math, Camryn Feli- Chair of the Foreign Language De- ciated with membership in the organi- Challenge, sponsored by Mount Saint ciano and Justin Piccininni for ELA, partment, Anthony DelGiudice was zation since its beginning in 1921. Michael Academy. Lauren Catherall and Edward Dela- Kayleigh Crowe, Brianna Hall, Jo- torre for Social Studies, Kaitlyn Zi- seph Haugh and Sean Fallon took part grossi and John Marano for Science in the Fifth Grade Spelling Bee. They and Paige Hunter and Alexander Sal- demonstrated remarkable composure cedo for Computers. Their individual and competence in front of a very large scores were combined and resulted in audience! Villa Maria winning the Third Place Anna Borovinskaya, Lara Team Trophy. Dominguez, Aran Glynn and Chris- In addition, individual bronze med- topher Scrima showcased their Math als were awarded to Michael Martire skills in the Sixth Grade Math Con- in Math and Paige Hunter in Com- test. puters. Individual silver medals were Villa Maria’s multi-subject Aca- awarded to Maria Silvestri in Math, demic Olympic Team was comprised Justin Piccininni in ELA, and Alexan- of 12 7th graders. The team members der Salcedo in Computers. Hop-A-Thon at P.S. 93 P . S . 9 3 a n n o u n c e s i t s 6 t h A n n u a l a.m., with special guest star Gene Di- Hop-A-Thon to benefi t the Muscular Napoli, who will perform hit tunes Dystrophy Association. The event will from the ‘50s and ‘60s. For more infor- During the ceremony, candles were lit to highlight the core values of National Honor Society be held on Thursday, May 28, at 9:30 mation call (718) 430-1700, ext 8014. (scholarship, character, service and leadership). As each candle was lit, a member of the school’s chapter read a defi nition of the values. New president at Mt. St. Michael
The Mount Saint Michael Acad- Saint Michael Academy and has Bronx Academy of Promise explores emy Board of Trustees has named served on the School Board for Peter P. Corritori, Jr., ‘71 as the the last four years. He has been a science at Walt Disney World Resort school’s next president and CEO ef- highly successful senior executive fective July 1. He succeeds Anthony having served as chairman, CEO, Students of Bronx Academy of demonstrations to understand the Miserandino, Ph.D. who will re- president and director of several Promise Charter School used the Walt fundamentals of acoustics and optics, tire at the end of the current school corporations. Under his leader- Disney World Resort as a classroom and the different mediums that affect year. ship, these companies expanded on May 13, when they participated in the transmission of light and sound Dr. Miserandino, who was ap- their customer base and developed the Disney Youth Education Series waves. pointed in 2006, led The Mount a strong fi nancial base. Corritori’s “Energy and Waves” at the Magic The Disney Youth Education Series during a period of unprecedented extensive business experience will Kingdom Park. The group of students allows students to see how the prin- growth, will serve as Visiting Re- complement Bro. Steve Schlitte’s traveled over 1,100 miles from Bronx, ciples they are learning in the class- search Scholar at Oxford Univer- talents as principal, giving The N.Y. to the Walt Disney World Resort room are making exciting things hap- sity in the fall. Mount a strong combination of fi - in Florida to take part in the Disney pen every day at the Disney Parks. Regarding Corritori’s appoint- nancial and academic leadership. Youth Education Series program. From physics to history, each unique ment, he noted: “Beyond his cre- In the coming months, Dr. Mise- In the Disney Youth Education Se- program emphasizes the importance dentials, it was very clear to us that randino, Peter, the Board of Trust- ries “Energy and Waves” program of team work and critical thinking Peter possesses the skills and expe- ees, principal Bro. Steve Schlitte, students explored how the physics of skills while giving students a one-of-a- rience that are essential in leading FMS and the school’s administra- light and sound are used to design se- kind learning experience that blends a thriving Marist Brothers school tive leaders will work together to lect attractions at the Magic Kingdom the magic of Disney with key educa- into the future.” ensure a smooth transition. Park. The students also used hands-on tional content. Corritori is a graduate of Mount experiments and behind-the-scenes 50 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Spellman alumni return for Career Day
Cardinal Spellman High NYPD Aviation Unit, and Sr. School held its biennial Career Maria Silva (Eva Silva), Class Day for juniors and seniors on of 1994, Dominican Sisters of April 24. Over 50 alumni par- Mary Mother of the Eucha- ticipated in the event, which rist. was also attended by the fac- Following the presenta- ulty and administration. Mas- tions in the auditorium, stu- ter of Ceremonies for the day dents met with alumni in the was Grace Noone (Rossello), gym. Represented at the tables Class of 1983, who is currently were many different fi elds, in- a News Reporter for News 12 cluding law enforcement, the Westchester Television. Sr. armed services, healthcare, Carol DeAngelo SC, Class of advertising, medicine, law, 1964, the Director of Peace, banking, education, engineer- Justice and Integrity of Cre- ing, the religious life, comput- ation for the Sisters of Charity, ers and technology, and me- began the day with a prayer, dia. For over an hour, students followed by presentations from eagerly asked questions and the four keynote speakers: Su- obtained information from the san Cardillo, Class of 1988, Cu- alumni. After dismissal, some rator at the Central Park Zoo; of the participants and the fac- Michael Miller, Class of 1983, ulty met for brunch to discuss Corporate and Educational the day, reminisce about the Leadership Speaker; Sergeant past, and learn about current (L-r) Daniel O’Keefe (principal), Susan Cardillo, Michael Miller, Sgt. John O’Hara, Grace Noone, Sr. Maria Silva, Sr. John O’Hara, Class of 1978, Spellman students. Carol DeAngelo, and Jennifer Rivera (vice president, Advancement). Truman Media students ‘Get Reel With Their Dreams” A special event Saturday unique and special,” said me- May 9th boasted a list of ce- dia teacher Mr. Dave Roush. lebrities and media industry “I cannot imagine any other professionals that you might venue where these kids are expect to see at a Hollywood going to have this level of one- awards show; But for over 50 on-one access to such high- Truman High School Media powered industry people. I’ve students, the “Get Reel With been in the media business for Your Dreams” Workshop was a over 10 years, and it still blows once-in-a-lifetime opportunity my mind.” to meet and learn from experts The workshops covered a at the top of their game. The wide range of subjects includ- magical event was made pos- ing live news reporting, com- sible by the Walt Disney Com- mercial directing, make-up pany. and styling, acting, photogra- “I was waiting all year for phy, mobile story telling and this,” according to Daniel Ad- many more. At the end of the A panel of celebrities and industry leaders hosted a day-long workshop at The Walt Disney Company for high lam, a junior who attended for day, students shared what they school students across the tristate area. They include (front l to r) David Novarro, Kristie Gonzales, Gio Ben- the second time. The program, learned and how they were in- itez, Michael Strahan, Sade Baderinwa, Juju Chang, Lisa Ferri, Sandy Kenyon, (rear l to r) Unique London, Tracey conceived by ABC 7 Eyewit- spired. Moore, Marci Gonzalez, Rowena Husbands, Caitlin Mullins, Tiffany Blount, Carmen Lilly, Clive Chang and Lori ness News anchor Sade Bader- “Never accept the word Nehardt Photo courtesy of D. Roush inwa, is designed to motivate ‘can’t,’ just accept the word and inspire young people to when,” Adlam said. “Because ing yellow taxi cabs. In 2011, across the tri-state area. • Lisa Ferri – Journalist & dream big – and make the con- you always will be able to do then Truman sophomores Ian Here’s a full list of the pro- head writer – ABC World News nections needed to achieve something you just have to Denton and Ernesto Gonzalez fessional industry insiders the Tonight with David Muir those dreams. Students met wait on it to happen.” Adlam took home fi rst place, and a students worked with: • Marci Gonzalez – Network and interacted with 17 profes- went on to say that after work- check for $12,000. The follow- • Sade Baderinwa – Anchor – news correspondent – ABC sionals including NFL Hall- ing with Novarro and Gonza- ing year, then seniors Renaldo ABC Eyewitness News News of-Famer and TV show host lez, he is considering becom- and Shenell Campbell won 3rd • David Novarro – Emmy- • Kristie Gonzales – Promo- Michael Strahan, Eyewitness ing a reporter. “It looks like place and $5,000 cash. award winning journalist, an- tion and Digital Brand Man- News anchor David Novarro, its a great job so I think I want “Our kids have already chor – ABC Eyewitness News ager – WABC-TV movie critic Sandy Kenyon, to go in that direction.” produced most of their PSAs • Juju Chang – Emmy-award • Caitlin Mullins – Promo- ABC News network corre- “No matter what happens for this year’s contest,” Mr. winning co-anchor – ABC tions and Marketing – Disney spondent Marci Gonzalez, and you should never give up on Roush said. “and I have to say News Nightline Studios a long list of others. your dream,” said sophomore I’m feeling really good about • Sandy Kenyon – Movie critic • Clive Chang – Arts & enter- The event was held at the Taisha Santiago. “and you what I see. They poured their – ABC Eyewitness News tainment executive and pro- ABC headquarters in Manhat- should always look for your souls into them, and I’m super • Michael Strahan – Former fessional musician tan. Students started the day by passion in life.” impressed by the results.” The NY Giant, Co-host of “Live • Rowena Husbands – Celeb- hearing inspirational stories As part of the program, winners will be announced in with Kelly and Michael” rity photographer of how each pro got their start. students will also compete in late June. • Gio Benitez – Network news • Unique London – Profes- Then, the panel took a round of a 30-second public service an- The Get Reel With Your correspondent – ABC News sional makeup artist questions from the students be- nouncement video contest. A Dreams workshop event and • Tracey Moore – Hollywood • Tiffany Blount – Manager of fore breaking off into a series total of $25,000 in prize money PSA scholarship awards are casting director and acting Media Education – Manhattan of nearly 20 unique and engag- is given away to the top fi n- underwritten by the The Walt coach Neighborhood Network ing workshops. ishers, and the winning PSAs Disney Company. It is open • Lori Neuhardt – Design Di- • Carmen Lilly - Celebrity Styl- “This is something so are played for customers rid- to high school students from rector – ABC News Digital ist BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 51 • Longwood Arts Project...... 54
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• Do You Remember - La Lupe...... 53 Mint Condition and Tony! Toni! Tone! at Lehman
Lehman Center for the Central High School music Performing Arts is proud classmates Stokley Williams to present the debut appear- (vocals & drums), Homer ance of the legendary 90’s O’Dell (guitar), Larry Wad- R&B soul groups Mint Con- dell (keyboards), Jeff Allen dition and Tony! Toni! Toné! (sax & keys), Keri Lewis (gui- in concert on Saturday, May tar & keys) and Rick Kinchen 30, at 8 p.m. Hosted by Shaila (bass guitar) and are known from WBLS. Produced by Le- for their diverse R&B sound hman Center. with elements of rock, funk, Lehman Center for the Latin and jazz stylings. Performing Arts is on the TONY! TONI! TONÉ! campus of Lehman College/ crashed out of their Oakland, CUNY at 250 Bedford Park California neighborhood Boulevard West. with their 1988 Gold debut Tickets are $75 VIP Seat- album Who? which spawned ing, $65, $60, $50 and can be the #1 R&B hit “Little Wal- purchased by calling (718) ter”. Composed of brothers 960-8833 or through online D’Wayne Wiggins (vocals & access at www.LehmanCen- guitar) and Raphael Saadig ter.org. (lead vocals & bass) and their Low-cost on-site parking cousin Timothy Christian available for $5. Riley (drums & keyboards), Mint Condition was the group’s first record also formed in Saint Paul, Min- contained three additional nesota in the mid 1980s by R&B top ten hits. Mint Condition will perform at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, May 30.
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52 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR La Lupe, Queen of Latin Soul, lived on E. 140th St.
There’s a stretch of East 140th Street between St. Ann’s Avenue and Cypress Avenue that carries an offi cial street sign bearing the name “La Lupe Way.” Someone recently asked me about it and I recalled play faster and faster. She was shows are unforgettable which it very well as there had been more than just another singer, is why she managed to sell out some controversy surrounding she was a performer. her performance at Madison the bill when it was fi rst intro- She recorded her fi rst al- Square Garden, the fi rst Latin duced by Fernando Ferrer. It bum, “Con el diablo en el cu- singer to do so. was later re-introduced by Bor- erpo” (With the devil in my La Lupe, also known as ough President Adolfo Carrion body), for RCA Victor in 1960 La Yiyiyi by some of her fans, to a more receptive City Coun- and two years later was exiled moved to East 140th Street cil who approved it in Decem- to the United States. She be- here in the Bronx in 1986 and ber of 2001. came an immediate sensation remained here until her un- Guadalupe Victoria Yoli for her extreme antics, such timely death on February 29, Raymond, commonly known as banging her high heels on 1992. It was during these years as La Lupe, was unquestion- the piano, throwing herself on that she settled down some- ably the most important Latin the fl oor, tossing clothes and what, turning to religion and female singer to come out of anything else available at the switching to gospel music. The REPRINTED FROM 5/24/2012 Cuba after the revolution. She audience. The crowds went “Queen of Latin Soul” was was born on December 23, 1936 wild urging her on and she re- reigning as a more becalmed in San Pedrito, a barrio of San- sponded with unbounded en- soul but the damage was al- I took this photograph of La Lupe’s grave site on Wednesday, May 16. tiago, and was studying to be- ergy. ready done and death fi nally While visiting St. Raymond’s Cemetery, my wife and I decided to pay our come a teacher until becom- She was manic and almost knocked on her door at age 52. respects to “The Queen of Soul.” Although she passed away in 1992, the ing star-struck after winning impossible to control. She was She’s now at peace in St. Ray- grave was carefully tended and fresh fl owers were placed there. a singing contest on the radio fi ghting a losing battle with her- mond’s Cemetery. in 1954. The following year her self and it would certainly help The offi cial street sign family moved to Havana and bring about her early demise. bearing her name was un- ebrate. La India sang one of and many tributes to her work soon she was making a name Stardom only added to her er- veiled at a gala ceremony on La Lupe’s biggest hits, “Que with Mongo Santamaria and for herself at the local clubs. ratic behavior especially after June 12, 2002 and both former Te Pedi” (What did I ask of Tito Puente could be heard. Her performance at Club La Pedro Almodovar included her Borough President Fernando you?) and La Lupe’s son, Rene There will never be another Red in 1958 really showcased song “Puro Teatro” in his fi lm Ferrer and the then current Camano, and daughter, Rain- La Lupe but her antics have her talent as she kept telling “Women on the Verge of a Ner- Borough President Adolfo bow Garcia, joined in the sing- been captured on fi lm and can the pianist Homero Balboa to vous Breakdown.” Her stage Carrion were there to help cel- ing. Joe Cuba also performed be viewed on the internet.
BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 53 Free concert by Orchestra of the Bronx
The Orchestra of The Bronx, con- simple fl ower shakers and leafy cos- Art Gallery @ Hostos, room C-190, Rodríguez studied textile design at ducted by Michael Spierman, will pres- tumes. Join visiting artist Virva Hin- 450 Grand Concourse at 149th Street. Fashion Institute of Technology where ent a free concert in Lehman College’s nemo to make nature-inspired wagon The exhibition is on view through Au- he created some of his earliest geo- Lovinger Theatre on Sunday, May 31, fl oats for a bold and grand fl owery pa- gust 5, 2015. Admission is free and all metric abstractions. His work can be at 3 pm. rade! are welcome. seen in the Smithsonian American Art The Orchestra, founded in 1972, is Sat, May 23: Gallery Tour: Join a Freddy Rodríguez: My Geometries Museum, the Newark Museum, the the borough’s only professional en- curatorial fellow for an exhibition tour 1970-2002 spans nearly three de- Queens Museum of Art and the Bronx semble of its kind. designed to draw visitors into a lively cades presenting paintings, drawings Museum of the Arts. He is the subject There is no admission charge and discussion about the relationship be- and mixed media ─ geometric work of a forthcoming monograph written no tickets are required. tween art and nature. that Rodríguez has developed since by Smithsonian American Art Museum The program will include the Sym- Sun, May 24: Hatha Yoga: Classes moving to New York City. Trained dur- curator Carmen Ramos and published phony #4 by Robert Schumann and are led by Yoga for Bliss director Neem ing the apogee of Minimalism, the art- by the UCLA Chicano Studies Re- the Violin Concerto of Jean Sibelius Dewji and other certifi ed instructors. ist has combined his love of rich, satu- search Center. with Claudia Schaer as soloist. Sun, May 24: Meditation: Each rated color with a genuine admiration Rocio Aranda-Alvarado’s curato- For additional information, call (718) session, led by Yoga for Bliss direc- for the simplifi cation of form. His work rial practice primarily focuses on Latin 365-4209. tor Neem Dewji and other qualifi ed in- includes large, abstract paintings with American, Caribbean, and Puerto Ri- * * * structors, includes instruction in sim- bands of solid colors in varying dimen- can art at El Museo del Barrio where Upcoming Wave Hill events in- ple techniques, followed by guided sions. Using luminous, conspicuous she’s been the curator since 2009. clude: meditations. colors, Rodríguez creates a series Public Events at the Longwood Art Fri, May 22; Sun, May 24: Night Sun, May 24: Garden Highlights of angular forms that cross the vast Gallery @ Hostos: Lights At Wave Hill: Wave Hill’s 50th Walk: Join in for an hour-long tour of spaces of a canvas with aplomb. Us- Wed, June 3, 5:00-9:00pm: Open- anniversary festivities reach a cre- seasonal garden highlights. ing tape to carefully construct his com- ing Reception + First Wednesday scendo this spring with Night Lights at Wave Hill is located at 675 West plex linear systems, he underscores Bronx Trolley. Wave Hill, a month-long celebration, 252nd Street. For further information his affi nity with geometric abstraction. Wed, July 1, 5:00-9:00pm: Recep- when, for the fi rst time in Wave Hill’s call (718) 549-3200 ext. 232. Having lived in the streets of SoHo, he tion + First Wednesday Bronx Trolley. history, visitors will be invited to attend * * * has experienced the genesis of New Wed, July 29, 6:30-8:30pm: Panel in the evening to enjoy the garden Longwood Arts Project, the visual York underground movements at their Discussion: Geometrically Speaking. landscape at a time of day and during arts program of the Bronx Council on source. His role in the early history of Panelists: Alejandro Anreus, a season when it is normally closed to the Arts, presents Freddy Rodríguez: Latino art in New York and his rele- E. Carmen Ramos, Freddy the public. My Geometries 1970-2002, a solo ex- vance to the history of contemporary Rodríguez. Moderator: Rocio Aranda- Sat, May 23: Tai Chi Chuan: In this hibition featuring works created by the American art is underscored through Alvarado. beginner-level class, Irving Yee, a Dominican-born artist between 1970 this exhibition. Wed, August 5, 5:00-9:00pm: Clos- member of the William CC Chen Tai and 2002. The show is curated by Ro- Freddy Rodríguez, born in 1945 in ing Reception + First Wednesday Chi School, introduces students to the cio Aranda-Alvarado. Santiago de los Treinta Caballeros, Bronx Trolley. internal martial arts and promotes an Meet the artist and the curator at Dominican Republic, moved to New Learn more about Longwood Art awareness of its benefi ts. the opening reception on Wednesday, York in 1963. He studied painting at Gallery @ Hostos and its exhibitions, Sat, May 23; Sun, May 24: Family June 3, from 5 to 9 pm, in conjunction the Art Students League and the New as well as other programs and activi- Art Project: Wave Hill Celebration Pa- with the Bronx Trolley First Wednesday School for Social Research with paint- ties of the Bronx Council on the Arts at rade: At the Family Art Project, make Arts & Culture Tour, at the Longwood ers Carmen Cicero and John Dobbs. www.bronxarts.org.
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54 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Truman Air Force JROTC hosts Military Ball
Truman High School’s ber service members who are 6th fl oor culinary cafe was prisoners of war or missing in transformed Friday May 8 action (POW/MIA). into a blend of glamour and “I get the goosebumps,” said patriotism that would make C/Maj Suhailey Saavedra, re- the Commander in Chief jeal- ferring to the ceremony. She’s ous. This, as the Air Force Ju- the acting corps commander. nior Reserve Offi cer Training That title also led to duties as Corps (JROTC) hosted their the “President of the Mess,” annual Military Ball and Din- which is equivalent to the ing Out event. Master of Ceremonies for the The event, which looks very evening. “It was my fi rst time much like a miniature version [as president] and I was ner- of the prom, is the JROTC pro- vous, so I didn’t know exactly gram’s chance to celebrate the the reaction I would get.” end of the school year and say Six students were also hon- goodbye to their senior leaders. ored by being formally in- “They work really hard ducted into the Kitty Hawk and they committed to four Air Society. Membership in years with the program, and the honor society is extended Six students were inducted into the Kitty Hawk Air Society by C/2nd Lt Manuel Andino (far left) at Truman’s now we have to say goodbye to cadets who score a grade av- Dining Out and Military Ball. They are (l-r) C/CMst Justin Toro, C/A1c Zuleyka Sanchez, C/2nd Lt Michelle Farfan, to them and this is like their erage of 80 percent or higher, C/A1c Marquese Johnson, C/SrA Tatiana Shaw, and C/SSgt Jaire Whitehead. fi nal goodbye,” according to and who participate in ex- MSgt Earl Persing, one of two tended community service instructors of the program. projects outside of the class- adults,” said MSgt Persing, York or New Jersey. MSgt Bronx, didn’t want to come to “And then we have the new ca- room. Their contributions a 20-year veteran of the Air Persing said his 14-year ten- the Bronx… but the fi rst day I dets who are coming up so it also helped the ROTC program Force. He and fellow instruc- ure at Truman was an un- walked in here and met those gives them an idea what to ex- rack up 8,200 hours of commu- tor MSgt Leon Messina were likely pairing to begin with. kids I just fell in love with pect in the future.” nity service and earn the title both honored as “Oustanding “Never.. never.. never.. I it.” MSgt Persing and MSgt The event kicked off with of “Distinguished Unit with Instructors with Merit.” The had about 17-18 calls coax- Messina drive 100 miles one- a formal opening ceremony, Merit.” combination of the instruc- ing me to come up here, and way from their homes to the invocation and toasts. That “Words just can’t explain tor and unit awards is not I’m from central Pennsylva- school. was followed by a somber cer- it. You see them grow from currently held by any other nia,” he said. “I didn’t re- “It’s the best job I ever emony to honor and remem- young, scared kids into young AFJROTC program in New ally know anything about the had.”
BY MARY JANE MUSANO I want to achieve. will want to volunteer. After all, who I was so very humbled to be hon- It’s hard to do community service. would not want to make their commu- ored by the 45th Precinct Community You are always working against the nity better if they thought they could. Council. It was a wonderful experience tide. I remember when we fi rst tried And therein lies the difference. and it really got me thinking. Why do to get our community downzoned. Ev- So, are you a positive thinking per- I volunteer? What makes me continue eryone we spoke to said, “Oh! That will son who loves our community? Maybe to volunteer even though I always feel never happen! Don’t even try!” you’ll consider being a volunteer. I like I don’t have the time? Well, I gave Well, all that did was serve to make guarantee you’ll love it. But beware… it all a lot of thought and this is what I me work even harder to get it done. I volunteering is addictive. came up with. knew it was what our community June Meeting It all started when I was young— I taught my cousin how to ride a needed and I knew it made sense. But Our next meeting will be on Thurs- very young—maybe about 6 or 7 years bike by having her say, “I think I can!” more than that, I knew that if we con- day, June 11 at 7:30 p.m. at P.S. 14. It of age. Two things happened that I re- over and over as she tried not to fall. tinued to try and didn’t give up, even- will be our last meeting before the ally think set me on this course. My When she achieved her goal, I was sure tually we’d achieve our goals. And we summer break. dad was a volunteer and a very hard it was because she believed she could. did.. So, what is the main difference Our guest speakers will be Bronx worker. I saw him volunteer even Yes! Just like the little engine that between those that do community ser- historians. They will speak about the though he didn’t have the time. He chugged up the hill saying the same vice and those that do not? I think that history of our community. It’s sure to made the time because he knew it was thing. if you have the belief that if you really be interesting so put it on your calen- important. Forward many years later (we won’t try you can achieve your goals, you dar. He also told my sister and I that we say how many). I’m at my own home could accomplish anything if we re- drowning in papers -some are from ally tried. He said this often, so often Waterbury LaSalle Community Asso- A Trusted Name In The Community For Over 50 Years that I actually started to believe it. Be- ciation, some are from the Community lieving that I could was contagious. I Board 10 and others are from a myriad CHERICO REAL ESTATE started to believe that everyone could of small committees. They are all im- achieve their goals if they really tried. portant because they are all goals that S SHOP OUR CLASSIFIED S PAGES EVERY WEEK AND
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ot everyone shares my late cookies separated yet also of the Platonic Oreo ideal is Rocky Road Ice Cream with hobby, but let me put bound together (talk about matched only by my fury at the Raw Cookie Dough Chunks, Nit out there. It is gro- your existential metaphor!) by Friendly’s ice cream selection my friend, you are in luck. But cery shopping. Nothing I enjoy “cream.” at sale time. Drawn in by that if you want vanilla ice cream more. And since we live in the On sale weeks at my local same promise of a $2.99 treat without a swirl? Vanilla on its city, I’m shopping all the time, grocery, these are harder to (never $3, of course), I make own, unfl anked by strawberry because who has space for fi nd than a “Jeb for President” my way to the freezer case and and chocolate fl unkies so short those container ports of Coun- button in George Stephanopo- scorn all the other ice creams on self-esteem they are excited try Crock the folks in the sub- ulos’ accessory drawer. that are not on sale that week. to be purchased, even though urbs stock up on? Oh, there are piles and piles Turkey Hill for $5.69. Doesn’t it they’re riding vanilla’s coat But if I’m tingling every of Oreo options, all right: Dou- realize how ridiculous it looks? tails? time I wander down the ce- ble Stuf, Mint, Fudge Coated. Who would buy that? (Until But wait … behind the mint real aisle hoping that Kel- There are “Heads or Tails next week when it goes on sale, chip … could it be? Yes! There’s logg’s just might have scored Oreos” which have a vanilla I mean.) And the store brand, one bashed carton of vanilla another home run like Kraves cookie on one side and a choc- at $3.99? Don’t make me laugh. with a sticky trickle down its (basically, wafer cookie meets olate one on the other. (I tried Then look! There’s Ben & side. I can see the little crystals molten chocolate cake meets to describe these to a friend Jerry (& Unilver)’s, the mega- formed where a piece of the lid “breakfast”), I can’t help won- as “black and white Oreos” RHYMES lithic corporation that pre- was ripped off. dering who’s yanking our col- to which she replied, “Aren’t tends to dream up its fl avors Oh wait — it is low fat. lective chain when it comes to all Oreos black and white?”) WITH CRAZY lying on its back in the haze of And sugar free. the items on sale. Actually, missy, they aren’t. a Grateful Dead concert. One And actually, it is yogurt. I realize this is the diction- Because now there “Golden C\efi\Jb\eXqp pint-sized container of Ben/ Who cares? I grab it and ary defi nition of First World Oreos,” which are albino. Jerry/Uni costs more than the head home, ecstatic. It’ll taste problem, but when the sign And then there’s always the entire carton of delicious va- fi ne, once I crumble some in the supermarket window nearly pristine stash of “Birth- nilla Friendly’s I am about to Birthday Cake Oreos on top. screams, “Oreos, $2.99!” I ex- day Cake Oreos” — Oreos I left that demographic grab, except, of course, there is Lenore Skenazy is a pub- pect to fi nd Oreos for $2.99. with sprinkles embedded in about four decades and 17 cavi- no vanilla! lic speaker and founder of the And by “Oreos” I mean the the cream, sought after by the ties ago. Oh, there’s Moose Track book and blog Free-Range most popular cookie in Amer- same demographic that de- My frustration on fi nding a galore. Rum Raisin by the Kids. ica, consisting of two choco- mands M&Ms in its brownies. sea of Oreos and not one sleeve barrel. If you’re looking for
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66 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR “I think that was the time where the guys said, ‘Let’s stop [messing] around and start playing some ball. They did. They turned it on right there.” FORDHAM PREP PAT DEANE...... 68 Fordham’s season ends in NCAA regional fi nal
BY JOSEPH STASZEWSKI The Hollywood ending PIPE wasn’t meant for Fordham. The third-seeded Rams softball team saw its season DREAMS end in the NCAA Tournament with one swing of the bat. No. By Bob Connolly 2 North Carolina State’s Mag- gie Hawkins blasted a walk- off home run of Rachel Gillen in the bottom of the seventh Spag’s Not inning to give the Wolfpack a 2-1 victory in the Harrison- burg Regional fi nal on April 17. It was Hawkins’ third hit A Nag and second RBI of the game and second homer against Dan Graziano (ESPNNY. Gillen over the weekend. com) wrote about the defen- Fordham, which fell to the sive coordinator for the Gi- Wolfpack 12-5 earlier in the ants and one of his new ideas, tournament, needed to beat “This is a new initiative this NC State twice to advance offseason from Spagnuolo, in the double-elimination re- who’s back for a second turn gional. It was the Rams sec- as the Giants’ defensive co- ond ever appearance in a fi - ordinator. One of the things nal. he decided to do is instill in It was Gillen who put Ford- the current defensive play- ham (38-20) up 1-0 in the fi rst ers an appreciation for the inning. The redshirt-junior history and tradition of the hit a ball hard off the glove of Giants’ defenses of the past. Hawkins as fi rst base. It was So he adorned the meeting enough to score Amy Van room walls with pictures of Hoven, who has singled ear- Huff, Lawrence Taylor, Mi- lier in the frame. chael Strahan, Andy Robus- That lead held up until the telli, Tom Landry, Emlen bottom of the fourth. Gillen Tunnell, Harry Carson and walked Macauley Prickett to Jessie Armstead, and he in- lead off the frame. She even- structed his current players tually came around to score to go online and learn every- when Hawkins delivered a thing they can learn about two-out RBI single to left to them. tie the score at 1-1. There is, however, also It stayed that way until the a sense of letting the cur- game’s fi nal batter. The Rams rent players know they’re offense struggled against NC a part of something larger. State starter Emily Weiman. Fordham’s Linsay Mayer blasted a two-run homer that helped send her team the NCAA regional fi nal. The names of those in the She retired 15 straight batters Photo courtesy of Thomas Wasiczko/Fordham Athletics Giants’ ring of honor adorn until senior Michele Daub- their locker room walls, but man singled with two outs in that doesn’t mean everyone the top of the seventh. Wei- own over the weekend. The Fordham leading 2-0 behind The Rams got all the of- knows or appreciates the ac- man allowed one unearned three-time defending Atlan- Daubman. fense it needed on a two-run complishments of guys like run on four hits, walked tic-10 champions won their She allowed six hits over homer by Lindsay Mayer in Huff and Tunnell and Robus- one and struck out eight for fi rst NCAA tournament game 6.1 innings, walked none and the bottom of the third in- telli, who played in bygone NC State (38-20). Gillen was since it beat Marist in 2013. struck out two. The senior ning. It was her ninth round eras. Taylor might be the nearly as good. She allowing Fordham topped No. 4 Bing- worked out of a second and tripper of the season and her greatest player in Giants his- just two earned runs on fi ve hamton 8-0 in fi ve innings third one-out jam in the top third in the regional. Ford- tory, and he retired in 1993 hits, walked two and struck to stay alive on May 16. It of the second and stranded a ham’s bats fell mostly silent -- the year before Giants sec- out fi ve. then saw its contest with top- runner at third with no one after that. It couldn’t fi nd a ond-round pick Landon Col- While Fordham didn’t seeded James Madison sus- out in the fourth. Patti Malo- way to advance to the super lins was born. get the ending it wanted the pended because of rain in the ney picked up the game’s fi - regionals despite a fi ne show- Continued on Page 70 Rams more than held their top of the sixth inning with nal two outs for the save. ing over the weekend. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 67 McNamara pitches Fordham Prep to eighth straight win
BY JOSEPH STASZEWSKI struck out seven in game. All Hallows The Rams are rolling. stranded runners and fi rst and second The Fordham Prep baseball team with one out in second as McNamara hasn’t lost a CHSAA game since a gut- go to pop ups to end the treat. wrenching loss to Kennedy Catho- “I tried to lock in even more,” lic in late April. It collected its eight he said. “I started real slow off the straight victory by beating All Hol- mound. I just tried to hit the glove ev- lows 6-2 on April 13 at Fordham Uni- ery time, keep them of balance and versity. The Rams are battling for sec- pitch to contact to keep the pitch count ond place in their division after a 3-4 down.” start to the year. His lineup quickly picked things up “I think that was the time where as well. It scored twice in the top of the the guys said, ‘Let’s stop [messing] second on All Hallows errors to grab a around and start playing some ball,” 2-1 lead. Fordham tacked on four more Fordham Prep Pat Deane said. They runs in the third. Brian McAuliffe and did. They turned it on right there.” Christian Greco each had RBI singles Fordham has seen its pitching fall and Thomas Huvane lifted a sac fl y. A into place behind ace Conor McNa- throwing error brought home the fi - mara and the timely hits have come. nal run to make it 6-1. McNamara got off to a shaky start “Everyone is just putting together in the fi rst inning against All Hal- a couple of hits, score some run here lows despite striking on the side. He and there and get a W,” said Greco, who allowed a run on two walks and two went 2-for-3 with two runs scored. hits, including an RBU single by Juan While Fordham Prep (11-4) is hit- Ramos to fall behind 1-0. ting its stride, All Hallows’ up and McNamara was dominant after down season continues. The Gaels are that. He allowed just three more hits now 8-8 after being unable to makes over his fi nal fi ve innings of work and some simple defensive behind starter Meet Your Con Edison
2015 Yankees Kids Fordham Prep ace Conor McNamara picked up the win over All Hallows. Photo by Joseph Staszewski
Front row (left to right): Mia Gironza – Brooklyn, Christian Comodo – Staten Island, Renzo Castrucci – Manhattan and Daniel Gall – Queens, and Patrick Benn – Orange & Rockland. Back row (left to right): Olivia Guilford – Bronx, Francisco Maldonado – Westchester and Jim Leyritz – former New York Yankees. Fordham Prep’s Christian Greco went 2-for-3 Fordham Prep’s Daniel Alvarez takes a big The 2015 Con Edison Yankees County and one representing Or- with two runs scored against All Hallows. cut at the plate. Kids were recently honored by ange and Rockland counties, are Photo by Joseph Staszewski Photo by Joseph Staszewski the New York Yankees at Yankee selected for their academic excel- Stadium during the 48th annual lence, leadership and sportsman- salute of the children’s program. ship. Mario Cabrera. He scattered seven mentum going before the playoffs, Each winner received a Con Edi- For more than four decades, hits over 6 2/3 innings of work and al- Fordham is looking to maintain its son Yankees Kid jacket and other the Con Edison Yankees Kid Pro- lowed two earned runs. good play. Christopher Calamari, items. New York Yankees great gram has provided more than four “Little simple, easy plays,” Gaels Jason Apostle and Lorenzo Hiraldo Jim Leyritz (back row - right) pre- million New York youths with coach Ed Gutierrez said. “That’s just have all become reliable arms and the sented official certificates. free Yankees tickets. a matter of concentration…These kids young group found its confi dence. The Yankees Kids, one from have yet to learn how to play under ad- “It’s good to get hot at the right each borough, Westchester verse situations.” time,” McNamara said. “Playoffs com- While he hopes to get a little mo- ing up. We got to fi nish strong.” 68 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Orrico sends Preston to fi nal in grand fashion
Preston’s Julianna Orrico blasted a grand slam to cap a semifi nal win over Moore Catholic. Photo by Joseph Staszewski
BY JOSEPH STASZEWSKI fi elder. Julianna Orrico didn’t want to jinx it She was 2-for-3 with two runs scored while letting her mind consider the possi- and threw out a runner at home with Pres- bilities as she stepped to the plate with the ton up 1-0 in the top of the second inning. Yankees honor The bases loaded. A grand slam, wouldn’t that The perfect throw to the plate after a sin- be something? gle by Kristen Blanchard just got Moore’s “I thought about it, but you can’t think Taylor Wittick, who was trying to score about it,” Orrico said. from second base. New York Foundling As the ball fl ew of her bat to left fi eld, “I got a good jump on it,” Rodriguez the Preston senior knew she had done just said. “I was going to dive for it, but some- that. She took time to soak in the moment thing just stopped me. My blood was as ball landed 225 feet away over the far pumping.” fence and into the parking lot at Moore The Panthers (14-2) kept adding on Catholic in the bottom of the sixth in- runs to a Bianca Mastropietro RBI dou- ning. ble in the opening frame. Danielle Kibler “You felt the pop,” Orrico said. “It went walked with the bases loaded to force straight up. You are not suppose to do this, in a run and a sac fl y from Ashley Puig, but I just stared at it the whole way.” who had two hits, made it 3-0 after two in- The blast put an exclamation point on nings. Preston’s 8-2 victory over the host Maver- “Our girls hit,” Toscan said. “We are icks in the CHSAA Archdiocesan softball seven deep in the lineup.” semifi nals on May 17. Orrico, who was Moore (15-7-1) fi nally got on the board 2-for-4 with three runs scored and four in the fourth thanks to an sack fl y by So- RBI, was mobbed by her screaming team- phia Marzo to make it 3-1. Orrico was able mates in the plate. She also allowed two to limited the damage the with help of Dan- runs on nine hits and struck out fi ve for ielle Trani being throw out at third trying the win in the circle to advance the Pan- to take the extra base on the sac fl y. thers to its third straight Archdiocesan Preston’s Marissa Denner walked championship game. plate an insurance run in the bottom of “She’s had that kind of career,” Pres- the sixth before Orrico’s grand slam. The ton coach Frank Toscano said. “What Ju- victory earned the Panthers a return lianna has done in her four years here is date with St. Joseph by the Sea, which put Preston on the map out on Staten Is- beat them in the last three diocesan ti- land. We never really advanced past the tle games. The two teams were supposed fi rst [or second] round until this group.” to meet in late April, but Sea asked for a Orrico wouldn’t of had a chance for later game at an Autism Awareness event At Yankee Stadium on May 8, 2015, the New York Yankees honored one of NYC’s oldest her grand slam and an 8–1 Preston lead in Brooklyn. and largest charities, The New York Foundling, for May National Foster Care Month. Stu- without Brianna Rodriguez walking after “This is our time,” Orrico said. “It’s dents from the Foundling’s charter school, Mott Haven Academy, attended the game a 12-pitch at back to load the bases. It was time we meet. Time we do everything we (against the Baltimore Orioles) with Foundling President and CEO Bill Baccaglini. part of a big day for the Panthers center- need to do it and leave it on the fi eld.” BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 69 Pipe Dreams: Perry Patter
from Page 67 World-Herald, on Tampa Bay Light- “The tradition. The passion. The ning right wing Ryan Callahan’s Giant tradition,” coach Tom Cough- emergency appendectomy: “Consid- lin said. “The great defenses that ering the toughness of hockey play- have been played here in the past. ers, he may miss up to half the sec- The idea that we have to get back to ond period.” that.” Making An Ace The message is being delivered at Andrew Marchand (ESPNNY. every level, and the players seem to com) wrote, ““The times that you grasp the reasons behind it.” go out during the course of the year Perry Patter and you have your ace stuff is prob- Dwight Perry (Seattle Times) ably only 10 times,” manager Joe Gi- wrote, “Two wrongs don’t make a rardi said after the 6-3 win over the right — but one certainly did. Blue Jays. “The other 10, you have Brooklyn’s Asher Conniff, 25, reg- to fi nd it. The last 10, you just have istered for the wrong poker tourna- to battle. I think it was one of the Yankees Foundation To Hold ment — he misclicked while apply- second 10, where he had to fi nd it. It ing online — then wound up winning took him a while.” the World Poker Tour World Champi- He has only walked three batters Charity Golf Tournament onship in Atlantic City, N.J., to the in 39 1/3 innings. tune of $973,683. This gives Brian McCann, known The New York Yankees Founda- Registration and lunch will be- The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa as a master game-caller, three op- tion will hold the fi fth annual New gin at 11:00 a.m., followed by a 12:30 wouldn’t let him out of the mistake, tions on each pitch, no matter the York Yankees/New Era Pinstripe p.m. shotgun start for the scramble- so he had to back out of a European count. While McCann knows that Bowl Charity Golf Tournament, format tournament. A cocktail re- family vacation. Pineda can consistently fi re his fast- brought to you by Herrick Feinstein, ception, dinner and an awards pre- “(Mom) wasn’t too upset,” Conniff ball, slider and change for strikes, LLP, on Tuesday, May 19, at Forsgate sentation will take place at 5:30 p.m. told the New York Daily News. “She hitters don’t know what is coming. Country Club in Monroe Township, For more information, fans can call was happy I was going to play, and “He pounds the zone with three N.J. (718) 508-3984. she’s super-ecstatic now.” pitches and he knows exactly where Net proceeds from the event will This year’s tournament includes Trying to trade up for a shot at they are going,” McCann said. “You benefi t the Memorial Sloan-Ketter- various well-known guests, includ- drafting QB Marcus Mariota, it ap- can throw the 3-1 sliders. You can do ing Pediatric Cancer Center, the ing New York Yankees alumni and pears, proved a bit too pricey. a lot more when you pound the zone. 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I don’t know when ell progressive became an accepted Brad Dickson of the Omaha (Neb.) synonym for socialist. 70 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, MAY 22-28, 2015 BTR Traffi c calming plan controversy in Waterbury/Lasalle community From page 1 businesses as varied as restaurants and discount stores. “I think they are pulling the wool over people’s eyes,” said Cerini, add- ing “The main thing is to keep busi- ness thriving here, and this is going to hinder, not help, business.” Cerini said he is planning on gath- ering together like-minded merchants to attend CB10’s full board meeting on Thursday, May 21, where as of press time, the issue was to be voted on by the full board. Andrew Chirico, a board member of the Waterbury LaSalle Commu- nity Association, said that he believes a camera to catch speeding cars and fl ashing lights to urge motorists to slow down might be an alternative to the plan. Even though the DOT proposal ex- pands each parking lane from nine to 13 feet, Chirico said that double- parked cars and trucks making deliv- eries will be a problem with only one lane of traffi c moving in each direc- tion. In addition, it creates safety con- cerns when emergency vehicles need to get through, he said. With only one lane, cars may not be able to move out of the way, Chirico added. A spokesman for DOT said that the agency looks forward to working with CB 10 on any decision they make re- garding safety improvements along This stretch of East Tremont Avenue, as seen here from Meyers Street, has curves and bends in the road. the avenue. Community News Group / Photo by Patrick Rocchio Bx. mortuary service outsourced From page 1 spending, OCME must acknowledge the fact that these closings will have in person, OCME will make arrange- a considerable effect on families dur- ments at the most convenient location ing their most vulnerable and stress- for the family, free of charge. ful time in their life, and on the small “OCME is committed to maintain- businesses that serve those families ing the same level of service and ac- that lose one of their own. It is also un- cess for the residents of the Bronx and clear how the closure will affect law en- Staten Island. All identifi cations will forcement’s role,” Diaz explained. “My continue to be made in the home bor- offi ce and other offi cials are working ough using photographs or more ad- on ensuring that the proper process is vanced scientifi c methods when nec- followed and the voices of the commu- essary,” Julie Bolcer, NYC OCEM’s nity as a whole are heard.” public affairs director stated. “For the “Our business will lose a person approximately one percent of families for at least four hours having to travel that wish to view their loved one in between boroughs with this decision person once the identifi cation is made, now in place,” James McQuade, Schuy- OCME will arrange and pay for trans- ler Hill Funeral Home director. “This portation costs.” is already a lengthy process to begin On Wednesday, May 13, Borough with and it only seems this decision President Ruben Diaz, Jr.; Staten Is- will further complicate it.” land Borough President James Oddo; According to OCME, due to space council members James Vacca, Steven limitations at the Bronx mortuary, Matteo, Deborah Rose, Andy King; OCME already transports a large por- and Council Minority Leader Vincent tion of Bronx decedents to Queens and Ignizio wrote a letter to Committee on this anticipated consolidation of mor- Health chairman Corey Johnson ex- tuary operations to three locations pressing opposition to these consoli- will make the pick-up process more ef- dation proposals and asked the Com- fi cient for funeral homes. mittee on Health in opening oversight In addition, it claims the level of ser- hearings allowing for them to be thor- vice will remain the same and will not oughly investigated. have any adverse effects for families The Bronx’s Offi ce of Chief Medical Examiner will be transferring its mortuary services and “While I understand that the chief or the criminal justice system served workers to Queens and Manhattan starting June 1. medical examiner is trying to cut by OCME. 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