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New Rochelle Review19-140508_Wallauer • November COTY 2020 Ad_9x10.875_v2.indd 2019 • 3 Page 3 • www.newrochellereview.com 10/7/19 4:26 PM County Executive George Latimer Fall Leaf Collection Begins The Department of Public Works reminds property owners that Fall Leaf Collection has begun and will Announces Funding for Lincoln conclude at the end of December. All leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 75 lbs. for collection. Remember, loose leaves will not be picked up. Yard Waste Collec- Avenue Repairs tion will continue until October 25 but must be placed separately from leaves at curbside. Bags and containers can be placed at the curb anytime but must be placed at curb by 7AM on the following In an effort to further improve to First Avenue. The work will in- days for pickup: Westchester County’s infrastruc- clude milling and resurfacing of NORTH END -- Monday: North side of Quaker Ridge Road to Scarsdale border. Tuesday: North side of Eastches- ture, County Executive George Lat- the roadway, curbing and drain- ter Road, Beechmont Drive and Barnard Road, to the south side of Quaker Ridge Road. imer has included $2,370,000 of age repairs; guiderail replace- SOUTH END -- Wednesday: North side of Metro North Railroad to the south side of Eastchester Road, Beech- funding for the repaving of Lincoln ment; new traffic signal loops; mont Drive and Barnard Road. Thursday: South of Metro North Railroad. Avenue in Pelham. new pavement markings and as- If a holiday occurs on any of the scheduled pickup days, Friday is the alternate pickup day. There will be no Latimer said: “Our 2020 sociated work. collection Thanksgiving week. Licensed landscapers and gardeners can dispose of leaves at the City’s Yard Waste Capital Program is about con- County Legislator Terry Cle- Transfer Site at 85 Beechwood Ave. Monday through Friday 7:30 am – 3:00 pm. Vouchers can be purchased from tinuing the work that we were ments, who requested funding the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 515 North Avenue, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm. elected to do. Taking care of our for this project be included in the Why not try mulch mowing? Rather than raking, bagging, or transporting fall leaves off site, property own- infrastructure is a top prior- 2020 Capital Project Budget, said: ers should consider mulching, a sustainable alternative that actually benefits lawns and gardens! A mulch mow- ity of my Administration and this “This is a major thoroughfare ing tutorial is available online. The benefits of mulch mowing include: stretch of Lincoln Avenue is bad- from New Rochelle and Pelham • A healthy property: Mulching recycles nutrients into the soil to feed lawns and plants, provides a free natu- ly in need of repairs. This project, to the Hutchinson River Parkway ral fertilizer, and helps retain moisture. along with many others included that is heavily trafficked and in • Savings of time and effort: Mulching in place is easier and faster than raking or blowing leaves. in our Capital program, will be a Westchester County George Latimer great need of repair. This work • Helping the environment: Leaf piles block streets and traffic, clog storm drains, and result in excess nutri- major benefit to businesses in the area and com- will make this vital regional roadway safer and ent runoff (phosphorus & nitrogen), polluting our waterways. Transporting and disposing of grass and leaves as muters who often travel it.” reduce noise levels as traffic travels through our yard waste wastes energy and contributes to pollution, too. This capital project – ID# RB175 - will fund residential communities. I'd like to thank Coun- Additional leaf collection information is available on the City’s website at newrochelleny.com/leaf or by call- the rehabilitation of approximately 0.46 miles ty Executive George Latimer for including this ing (914) 235-4029. of roadway from the New Rochelle/Pelham Line work in the 2020 Capital Budget.” Finance Department Receives Distinguished Neil White Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Budget Presentation Award for 2019 Budget the Murder of His 7-Year-Old Daughter Westchester County District Attorney The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has Anthony A. Scarpino, Jr. announced that Neil awarded the City of New Rochelle Department of Finance the Distin- White of New Rochelle was sentenced to 25 guished Budget Presentation Award for its fiscal year 2019 budget. years to life for the murder of his 7-year-old This is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting daughter, Gabrielle White, in their New Ro- and represents the commitment of the City and Finance Department chelle home in 2017. Westchester County staff to produce a budget document that meets nationally recognized Court Judge George Fufidio presided. criteria as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide In July, White was found guilty of Murder and communications device. in the Second Degree, a class “A” Felony, follow- “We congratulate our Finance Department for this notable ing a jury trial. The jury returned its verdict in award, which recognizes both our budget and its value as a template five hours July 3, 2019, and found White re- for others to follow,” said City Manager Charles B. Strome, III. sponsible for smothering the child. Finance Commissioner Mark Zulli noted, “I am extremely In court, Michelle Hord, Gabrielle’s moth- proud of our Finance Department and appreciate the efforts of our er, delivered a powerful impact statement. staff to produce a budget document that meets the highest standards Holding her daughter’s precious rag doll, she in government accounting.” described the two years since her child’s mur- There are over 1,600 participants in the Budget Awards Pro- der as “a razor-blade cut of trauma, memory, Finance Commissioner Mark Zulli gram. The most recent Budget Award recipients, along with their pain, confusion, betrayal and disbelief.” She told the court she, her daughter and White were all asth- corresponding budget documents, are posted quarterly on GFOA’s matics and added that “Asthmatics know the terror of not being able to easily inhale and exhale…and website. Award recipients have pioneered efforts to improve the quality of budgeting and provide an yet… Gabrielle’s daddy willfully and evilly chose to take that away from a baby who he once seemed to excellent example for other governments throughout North America. GFOA is a major professional love and a daughter who he ultimately used as a pawn….My heart and soul have literally been ripped association serving the needs of more than 19,000 appointed and elected local, state and provincial- from the body by this man.” level government officials and other finance practitioners. For more information visit www.gfoa.org Deputy District Attorney Timothy Ward asked the court for the maximum sentence, which the judge granted. Background: On June 6, 2017, around 3 p.m., the family’s nanny arrived at the Arbor Glen home Former Teacher Charged with Engaging in in New Rochelle where both the child victim, Gabrielle, and her father, Neil White, resided. The nanny went to the third floor of the townhome and called out to both of them. Sex Act with Underage Student At the time, White, who was bleeding from both his wrists from self-inflicted knife cuts, came Westchester County District Attorney Anthony A. Scarpino, Jr. an- out of the master bedroom. The nanny became frightened and fled the home. Once outside, she im- nounced that John Fraioli of White Plains was arraigned on charges he en- mediately contacted the victim’s mother and the police. New Rochelle Police Officers entered the gaged in sexual activity with a teenager. Specifically, he was charged in New home and found the defendant in the master bedroom. Other officers found the child in her bed- Rochelle City Court Monday (10/28) with Criminal Sexual Act in the Third room, under her blanket, cold and lifeless. White was taken to the hospital for treatment and was Degree, a Class E felony. Bail was set at $50,000 bond/$25,000 cash. He is subsequently charged in the death of his daughter. scheduled to return to court tomorrow (Oct. 30, 2019). The Medical Examiner’s Office determined that the cause of the victim’s death was asphyxia Background: Prosecutors allege, John Fraioli, while employed as a teach- from smothering. er at New Rochelle High School, engaged in a sexual act with a child victim. This case was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Paul Stein, Chief of the Child Abuse/El- The crime occurred in the school building during school hours last spring. der Abuse Bureau of the Special Prosecutions Division, and Timothy Ward, Deputy District Attorney Special Prosecutions Division Assistant District Attorney Mary Clark-DiRusso, Deputy Chief of of the Superior Court Trial Division. the Domestic Violence Bureau, is prosecuting the case. Following the guilty verdict, DA Scarpino said, “Once again, our hearts go out to the family of In compliance with the Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 3.6, you are advised that a charge Gabrielle White, who will always mourn the loss of this little girl, especially her mother who spoke is merely an accusation and that a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. today of her profound loss. Domestic violence is insidious. How a parent can take out his anger and * If you, or anyone you know, has information about potential crimes related to this defendant disappointment in life by killing his child is incomprehensible. Neil White will have a long time in you or they are encouraged to come forward and notify local police prison to think about what he has done. Justice was served.” New Rochelle Review • November 2019 • Page 4 • www.newrochellereview.com Renowned Author and Thought Leader Joins Iona College as Executive-In-Residence continued from page 1

Renowned Author and Thought Leader Joins 5th Annual New York Foundling's Barbecue Iona College as Executive-In-Residence Iona College is pleased to announce that nationally renowned author, editor and visionary, James Mustich, joined the College as an Executive-in-Residence in fall 2019. Mustich is the author of the acclaimed “1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List,” and a serial innovator who has successfully reimagined new programs and businesses within traditional industries. Mustich will assist Iona’s leadership team in developing vi- brant strategies to establish the College as an innovator in higher education, identifying emerging issues in the higher education sphere and facilitating campus dialogue to address those issues. Mustich’s creative vision will support Iona in the refinement and implementation of the new strategic plan’s three overarching themes: fostering student success, promoting academic excellence and distinctiveness, and acquiring and retaining talent. Bringing James Mustich outside expertise and data on cultural and technological trends that influence and affect higher education, Mustich will assist Iona in defining the College’s place within higher education and mapping higher-order strategy to the actions it will take to achieve that strategy. "I am excited to be joining the team at Iona to collaborate in the kind of conversations—among leadership, faculty, and students, and including outside voices from the arts and sciences, technol- ogy and business—that can imagine, articulate, and realize a shared vision of what a 21st-century On Friday, September 13, 2019, The New York Foundling’s Developmental Disabilities Division educational institution can and should be,” commented Mustich. “It’s easy to take for granted what hosted its fifth annual barbecue, one of the largest gathering of people with development disabili- a school is for, what inspires a teacher’s vocation, what students really need to succeed in life as ties, celebrating an inaugural year of partnership with the Thrive Network and the incredible men well as learning. I hope to play a role in sharpening the institution’s focus on all three in pursuit of and women who benefit from its programs ranging from Community and Day Habilitation to Em- the goals enshrined in Iona’s mission statement for its graduates: recognition for ethics, creativity, ployment and Residential Services. problem-solving; independent and adaptable thinking; lifelong learning; integration of mind, body, This year’s barbecue gathered over 2,500 guests in Glenn Island Park, New Rochelle, including and spirit." Bill Baccaglini, President and CEO of The New York Foundling, Development Disabilities Division “I am very pleased to welcome James Mustich,” commented Darrell P. Wheeler, Ph.D., MPH, leadership and staff including nurses and direct support providers and men and women with de- ACSW, provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs. “Iona College is a place of tremen- velopmental and intellectual disabilities. The day was filled with food and fun activities including a dous potential and opportunities, and I look forward to the new ideas and perspectives Mr. Mustich cotton candy machine, face painting, potato sack racing, volley ball, and soccer. will bring to light. His valuable insights will help the College continue to improve the education we The New York Foundling is one of the largest providers of residential care and support for offer our students and help them maximize their potential.” adults with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Disabilities Division provides the high- He has conducted interviews with literary luminaries and cultural figures including Salman est quality care in New York City that instills pride and helps our community thrive through our Rushdie, Philip Pullman, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Elmore Leonard, Lydia Bastianich, and programs curated to ignite sentiments of dignity and independence. Questlove. Library to Host Presentation on New Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade Rochelle’s Historic Buildings and a Vintage Welcomes 2020 Parade Grand Marshal The Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee has announced Postcard Exhibit that the 2020 Parade Grand Marshal will be Ms. Kate Bialo of Larchmont. With an extraordinary history Ms. Bialo was formally introduced as the 2020 Grand Marshal at the annual that spans more than three centuries, Parade Golf Outing on October 9th , at Westchester Hills Golf Club. it is no wonder that New Rochelle has • The primary duty of the Grand Marshal is to represent the Sound scores of buildings, parks, and other Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee and Irish Americans in the area, properties that possess historical and and lead all the parade participants down Mamaroneck Avenue. The Grand cultural prominence. Marshal also participates in fundraisers so that the group can continue to On Sunday, November 3rd, from give back to the Sound Shore community. Ms. Bialo joins an impressive list 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm, City Historian Bar- of previous Sound Shore Parade Grand Marshals that include: Valerie M. bara Davis will present an illustrated O'Keeffe, former Town of Mamaroneck Supervisor and WVOX on-air per- slide presentation, The Importance sonality and Kevin Plunkett, former Deputy Westchester County Executive. Kate Bialo of Place: Historic Preservation in New • Ms. Bialo is known throughout Westchester County as being the driving force behind the founding of Rochelle, describing the extraordi- Furniture Sharehouse, Westchester’s Furniture Bank in 2007. She has served as its volunteer Executive Direc- nary array of historically-significant tor from inception. She has received numerous awards in recognition of her work with Furniture Sharehouse, properties in New Rochelle. Homes including United Way of Westchester & Putnam’s 2010 Dorothy Allen Community Service Award; Larchmont- first built in the 17th and 18th century, Mamaroneck Tri-Municipal Human Rights Commission 2011 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Award; L’Oreal 2012 structures designed by America’s leading architects, parks reflecting a remarkable waterfront heritage, numer- Woman of Worth Award; 2013 New York State Woman of Distinction nominated by Sen. George Latimer; 2015 ous residences of notable individuals, and unique places that give New Rochelle, and its people, a sense of identity Leadership Westchester Alumna of the Year. In addition, under her leadership, Furniture Sharehouse has re- will be highlighted. Ms. Davis will also discuss how these important places are—or are not—protected. The free ceived honors from many well-known organizations, including The New York Yankees (HOPE Week 2019) and program will take place in the Ossie Davis Theater. Impact 100 Westchester. From November 3rd – December 3rd, an exhibit of the library’s extensive vintage postcard collection will By training, she is an attorney admitted to practice in New York and Texas with extensive corporate legal be on display in the library’s Lumen Winter Gallery. Enlargements of postcards will be on view, along with some experience as in-house counsel to several international corporations. She is a graduate of University of Illinois current images of the same scenes, photographed by members of the New Rochelle High School Honors Society. (BA) and University of Texas Law School (JD). She is a Past President of The Junior League of Westchester on the The exhibit reception will take place on November 3rd at 5:15 pm, following the presentation on historic proper- Sound (2001-2002). Kate and her family are residents of Larchmont since 1989. ties. The Parade Committee will also honor Bialo as she will be presented with her Grand Marshal sash at The The library’s collection of roughly 1,000 postcards has recently been digitized, labeled, and cataloged, and Shamrocks and Hearts Benefit on Feb. 8th at The Davenport Club in New Rochelle. In addition to celebrating the is now available to view from the library’s website, www.nrpl.org. The majority of the postcards were donated by Grand Marshal, this important event is the primary fundraiser to finance the parade and scholarships. Karen S. Allen, who has been a loyal and dedicated supporter of NRPL and New Rochelle’s history, and the late For more information on how you and your organization can march in the parade or sponsor a fund-raiser, Dominic Bruzzese, who gifted several thousand photographs and postcards to the library. visit www.soundshoreparade.com. New Rochelle Review • November 2019 • Page 5 • www.newrochellereview.com The New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming 56th Annual Thanksgiving Parade The Chamber of Commerce of New Ro- nesses and organizations.“Because the Parade is chelle is again partnering with the City of New the 2nd largest parade for Thanksgiving in the Rochelle to host the 56th Annual Thanksgiving state of New York outside of the Macy’s parade, Parade on Saturday, Nov. 23rd. This year’s Grand we invite all of our surrounding communities Marshal is The New York Empire, the only pro- to join us for this spectacular event!” stated fessional sports team to call New Rochelle home Diamond Wollaston and Jennifer Lanser, of the and 2019 Champions of the American Ultimate Chamber of Commerce. Disc League (AUDL). The parade will kick off at North Avenue is also located right off the 10 a.m. on North Avenue at Eastchester Road New Rochelle stop at the New Rochelle Transit and proceed down North Avenue ending at Bon- Center on the Metro-North New Haven Line and nefoy Place. can easily be accessed from all areas. The pa- The New York Empire, owned by the Ste- rade ends near Main Street where you can enjoy vens Family and lead by head coach, Bryan Jones, lunch and more fun activities. finished their season with a victory against the WHO: The general public is invited to line Dallas Roughnecks (26-22), in August 2019. They the streets of North Avenue to cheer on and cel- not only won the championship title, but also ebrate the marchers. There will be several view- became the third team in AUDL history to finish ing stands along the Parade route. a season undefeated. The New York Empire has WHERE: The one mile parade shall start been a professional AUDL East Division team, at Eastchester Road on North Avenue and East- having originated in Brooklyn before moving to chester Road, in front of New Rochelle High New Rochelle’s Joseph F. Fosina field at Flowers school and proceed down North Ave. New for “City” Park in 2018. They have been devoted to this year, the parade will end on North Avenue the community; especially the youth, ever since at Bonnefoy Place. their arrival. DETAILS: The Grand Marshals, dignitaries, President of the Chamber, Robert Hayes, and the City of New Rochelle with professional- ognizing the New York Empire, 2019 American Board Members, parade committee and spon- said, “When they first joined the Chamber I ism and to provide a fun, friendly, exciting expe- Ultimate Disc League Champions, which has sors will participate in a photo-op and event knew they had something special. They were rience. Ultimate is a great sport that anyone can brought pride to countless fans both within and Ribbon Cutting at 9:45 AM on North Avenue fun, fresh and community focused. As Champi- play. Come out to support the team and join in beyond New Rochelle.” and Eastchester Road with the large balloons ons they helped contribute to what makes New the fun. Gooooo Empire!” The parade will feature several big bal- as a backdrop to officially kick off the parade at Rochelle great. We aren’t just the Queen City on Noam Bramson, Mayor of New Rochelle, ex- loons including New Rochelle’s hometown hero, 10 AM. For more information visit www.newro- the Sound; we are a City of Champions!” pressed how the parade contributes to the area Mighty Mouse, sponsored by United Hebrew chellechamber.org or www.newrochelleny.com Barbara Stevens, owner of NY Empire said, by saying, “The Thanksgiving Parade is one of celebrating their 100th Anniversary. The bal- The parade will be preceded by the New “We could not have chosen a better place for the New Rochelle’s most beloved traditions, bring- loons will be joined by marching bands playing Rochelle Fund for Educational Excellence’s Pan- NY Empire to call home. We are thrilled to be a ing thousands of friends and neighbors together throughout the parade, clowns, beauty prin- cake Breakfast in the House IV cafeteria, start- part of this community and cannot wait to get in celebration of the season and our community. cesses, superheroes, singers and marchers from ing at 8AM. For more information, visit www. back on the field. It is our goal to represent NY This year, we will have the added pleasure of rec- Iona and Monroe Colleges, local schools, busi- nredfund.org. Westchester’s 6th Night of Jewish Learning and Celebration Westchester’s 6th Night of Jewish Learning and Celebration, co- Participating Rabbis include: sponsored by the Westchester Jewish Council and the Westchester Rabbi Shoshana Leis, Hebrew Congregation of Somers Board of Rabbis, is scheduled for Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Beth Rabbi Jeffrey Arnowitz, Westchester Jewish Center Rabbi Joshua Lookstein, Westchester Hebrew Day School, El Synagogue Center, 1324 North Avenue, New Rochelle. Beginning at Rabbi Morris Barzilai, Sinai Free Synagogue, Mt. Vernon 7:15pm, the event allows participants to attend two workshops chosen Mamaroneck Rabbi Chaya Bender, Temple Sholom from more than 30 topics covering Jewish thought, text, philosophy, Rabbi Jason Nevarez, Temple Shaaray Tefila of Westchester, spirituality, gender and sexual orientation, the afterlife, and more. Rabbi Jeffrey Brown, Scarsdale Synagogue Bedford Corners In addition, there will be a special joint learning session presented Rabbi Aaron Brusso, Bet Torah, Mt. Kisco Rabbi Harry Pell, Leffell School, Hartsdale by Rabbi Ethan Tucker, President and Rosh Yeshiva at Hadar. A deli- Rabbi Fredda Cohen, White Plains Hospital, White Plains cious kosher dairy dessert selection will be available throughout the Rabbi Alex Salzberg, Pelham Jewish Center evening. Rabbi Menachem Creditor, UJA-Federation of New York Rabbi David Schuck, Beth El Synagogue Center, New Rochelle Workshops include “An Introduction to Magic and Demons in Rabbi Julie Danan, Pleasantville Community Synagogue Rabbi Zach Sitkin, Beth El Synagogue Center, New Rochelle Jewish Folklore”, “What is Mussar”, “Tikkun Ha-Olam in the Mishnah”, Rabbi Benjamin Goldberg, Congregation KTI “A Virtual Trip through Italy”, “The Secret to Hillel’s Success (and Our Rabbi Jay Stein, Greenburgh Hebrew Center, Dobbs Ferry Rabbi Howard Goldsmith, Congregation Emanu-el, Rye Own?)”, and many more. Rabbi Joshua Strom, Congregation B’nai Yisrael, Armonk Tickets are available online at www.wjcouncil.org for $20/person Rabbi Daniel Gropper, Community Synagogue of Rye Rabbi Annie Tucker, Temple Israel Center of White Plains through November 8th after which the price will increase to $25/per- Rabbi Evan Hoffman, Congregation Anshe Sholom, New Rochelle son. Tickets will be available at the door if space allows. Rabbi Ethan Tucker, Hadar Rabbi Jeff Hoffman, Academy for Jewish Religion For more information about the Night of Jewish Learning and Cel- Rabbi Pamela Wax, Westchester Jewish Community Services ebration, contact Donna Bartell, [email protected] or at (914) 328- Rabbi Jennifer Jaech, Temple Israel of Northern Westchester, Rabbi Scott Weiner, Temple Israel of New Rochelle 7001. Information about the event is also available on the Westchester Croton-on-Hudson Jewish Council website at www.wjcouncil.org. Rabbi Jonathan Jaffe, Temple Beth El Northern Westchester, The Westchester Jewish Council connects, convenes and safe- guards Westchester’s Jewish communities and strengthens relation- Chappaqua ships among Jewish organizations and other ethnic and faith based Rabbi Steven Kane, Congregation Sons of Israel, Briarcliff groups, elected officials, Israel and the community at large. Rabbi Molly Karp For more information, visit www.wjcouncil.org, or call 914-328- 7001. Rabbi Nuriel Klinger, Young Israel of Scarsdale, Scarsdale

New Rochelle Review • November 2019 • Page 6 • www.newrochellereview.com through nov 27 november 23 The 44th Annual Photography Exhibit at Rye Arts Center The New Rochelle Thanksgiving Parade will kick-off with a Pancake Breakfast at will take place through November 27 with a photographers 8am at the New Rochelle High School. The parade will begin at 10am on North reception on November 7 from 5 to 7pm. Visit ryeartscenter. Avenue from Eastchester Road to Bonnefoy Place. org for complete details. november calendar

Internationally renowned flutist Stephen Clark, accompa- UPCOMING NOVEMBER nied by pianist Ashley Beauchamp, will perform a concert, Through December 10, Astor Services for Children & Fami- 7 “Fantasies and Mysteries of the Flute”, from 3:00 pm – 4:00 lies is seeking donations for its annual Adopt-A-Family pro- From 6 to 9pm, Bayside Travel will host their annual Travel pm, in the Ossie Davis Theater of the New Rochelle Public gram, matching participants with low income families who their annual Travel Showcase at Pelham Country Club, 940 Library. The dazzling program will include works by Gabriel have children under the age of 18. Donors can purchase Wynnewood Road, Pelham. RSVP to natalie@baysidetravel. Faure, Jules Mouquet, Anne Boyd and Johann Sebastian gifts, groceries, coats, hats, dolls, arts and crafts, sports com to attend. Bach. The concert is made possible by the generosity of the equipment and more. On December 6, 9 and 10, wrapped Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library. A donation of gifts can be dropped off at the Astor Guidance Center, 750 9 $2.00 is suggested at the door. Tilden Street, Bronx. For more information visit astorservices. At 8pm, pianist Alon Goldstein will open the Symphony org/adopt-a-family or email [email protected] of Westchester's 23rd concert season at Iona College, 21 Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium, 715 North Avenue, New At 11:30am, the Hugh A. Doyle Senior Center will hold The following will be held at the New Rochelle Public Rochelle. Call 654-4926 for tickets. a New Rochelle Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Luncheon Library, One Library Plaza: Sing Your Heart Out! Workshops served by City officials and senior staff. – for singers ages 55 and older on Saturdays (through 11 December 21) from 10am to noon (register by calling 813- At 10:30am Congressman Elliot Engle will be the keynote AJC Westchester/Fairfield sponsors The 18th Annual 3706). For more information and to register, email Barbara speaker at the Veteran's Day and 100th Anniversary of the Thanksgiving Diversity Breakfast at 7:30am, held at West- Davis at [email protected] or call 632-8254. American Legion ceremony at Faneuil Park, WWI Statue, chester Community College, Valhalla. To attend, call 948- Huguenot and East Main Street. 5585. SAVE THE DATE: November 9 at 8pm – Symphony of Westchester’s 23rd Concert Season opens with Pianist Alon 15 23 Goldstein at Iona College with an all-Beethoven program. From 9:30 to 11am, Walt Ritz, the new Executive Director of The New Rochelle Thanksgiving Parade will kick-off with a All concerts are at Iona’s Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium, HOPE Community Services, will be the featured speaker at Pancake Breakfast at 8am at the New Rochelle High School. 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle. For tickets visit thesym- the League of Women Voters’ Coffee and Conversation in The parade will begin at 10am on North Avenue from East- phonyofwestchester.org or call 654-4926. the Meeting Room of the New Rochelle Public Library. The chester Road to Bonnefoy Place. informal presentation is followed by Question & Answer SAVE THE DATE: November 6 from 6 to 9:30pm, United session. Coffee and light breakfast fare will be served. All are 25 Hebrew’s 100th Anniversary Gala Celebration featuring Key- welcome to attend the free program and are encouraged to From 6 to 8pm, there will be a Community Thanksgiving note Speaker Joan Lunden and honoring Taryn Tanzer, the bring donations of nonperishable food for HOPE Commu- Dinner, hosted by the City Manager and Schools Superin- Murphy Family, Malcolm H. Lazarus and Michael R. Rozen. nity Service’s Food Pantry and Thanksgiving meals. tendent in the New Rochelle High School IV Cafeteria. RSVP to uhgc.org 16 28 SAVE THE DATE: New Rochelle Thanksgiving Day Parade – The Annual Special Olympics Polar Plunge will take place at Beginning at 8:45am, the 5K New Ro Turkey Trot will start at November 23 Glen Island Park. Hamilton Avenue. Visit newroturkeytrot.com for details.

New Rochelle Review • November 2019 • Page 7 • www.newrochellereview.com Houlihan Lawrence Announces Two Veteran Local Brothers Help Patients at Real Estate Professionals Join New Rochelle and Pelham Brokerages Calvary Hospital New Rochelle brothers Sebastian and Lukas Higgins, who is joining the New Rochelle office, has 25 years of experience wanted to help their grandmother who was a patient in residential real estate sales. She was most recently with Coldwell Banker’s at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx. The boys noticed as Rye office. She has negotiated over 270 deals and sold over $125 million in sales their grandmother fell asleep, her mouth would open. in her 25-year real estate career. A graduate of Fordham University, Higgins Being concerned grandsons, they came up with the previously enjoyed a successful marketing career in the beverage industry. idea of purchasing a Venus Fly Trap at their local Stop Higgins is a member of the National Association of Realtors, the New York & Shop and thought the plant could protect her from State Association of Realtors, Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors, Hudson flies as she slept. Gateway Multiple Listing Service. She is an Accredited Buyer Representative The gesture grew into a plan to donate and dis- (ABR) which stands for the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. tribute plants to more patients at Calvary. Stop & A longtime resident of Westchester County, Higgins resides in New Rochelle. Carol Higgins Shop located and donated plants that were distribut- Yost, who rejoins the Pelham office, began her real estate career in 2006 ed by the brothers. The boys went from room to room and has previously worked at McClellan/Sotheby's Real Estate, Houlihan Law- and delivered the plants along with notes in honor of Sebastian and Lukas with Assistant Store Manager rence and Douglas Elliman. Over the past five years Yost has negotiated 52 home purchase and sale transac- their grandmother. Tricia Blakewright tions, totaling more than $45 million. Over her entire career she has negotiated more than 100 transactions, totaling more than $100 million. Before beginning her career in real estate, Yost was a Vice President and Portfolio Manager at J.P. Morgan Investment County Executive Latimer Celebrates Westchester's Management, where she specialized in derivatives strategies for U.S. and international pension funds. First-Ever Michelin-Rated Restaurants Yost, who has lived in Pelham for the past 25 years, is actively involved in the community. She has served on the boards of the Huguenot Nursery “Westchester County has long been home to a thriving culinary scene, and the addition of the School, Pelham School Site-Based Counsel, Pelham Children's Center, and prestigious Michelin Star and eight restaurants topping the 2020 Michelin Guide’s Big Gourmand Junior League of Pelham. She currently serves on the Board of the Pelham Ed- list proves it. From farm-to-table cooking, to typical southern flair, to locations exploring Italian, ucation Foundation. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from Croatian and Persian cuisines, these elevated eateries are helping Westchester come into its own Penn State University. in the restaurant world. Whether you are looking for a place to ‘fine dine,’ or a premiere spot to cel- Kathleen Yost “Carol and Kathleen bring to our offices a wealth of knowledge and -ex ebrate at an affordable cost, these sensational dining options will send visitors flocking into West- perience in real estate sales. As long-time residents of New Rochelle and Pelham, they offer our customers a chester to taste everything we have to offer. We are honored to have our first-ever Michelin-rated unique perspective of these two outstanding communities,” said Michelina Arminio, Branch Manager of Hou- restaurant, and we invite everyone to discover quality cuisine across the County. Congratulations to lihan Lawrence’s New Rochelle and Pelham offices. Blue Hill at Stone Barns of Pocantico Hills (Michelin Star), Dubrovnik and Maria Restaurant of New For more information visit: http://www.houlihanlawrence.com/ | TWITTER: @HoulihanRE | INSTA- Rochelle, RaaSa Fine Indian Cuisine and Shiraz Kitchen of Elmsford, Café Alaia of Scarsdale, The GRAM: @houlihanlawrence Cookery of Dobbs Ferry, Eugene’s Diner & Bar of Port Chester and Southern Table of Pleasantville.”

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New Rochelle Review • November 2019 • Page 13 • www.newrochellereview.com G.O.O.D. for Girls’ Leadership Development Initiative Significantly Advances Community Non-Profit’s Mission of Mentoring Young Girls Into Confident Young Women attract corporate sponsors and leadership development initia- pact our program has made on secure grants to fund its pro- tive builds on GfG’s tradition of our mentees who are on the grams which are offered free providing educational events paths to become a psychiatrist, to the participants. Girls who like STEAM workshops and attorney, pediatrician, digital qualify enter the program be- career fairs that are designed artist, pediatrician, psycholo- tween the ages of 9 and 13 and to open the girls’ eyes to future gist, among others. remain with GfG until 18. possibilities. “We are proud of One of the highlights Ms. Stephens noted the the positive and indelible im- continued on page 16 Hearts & Homes for Refugees Joins First Co- hort of Hello Neighbor National Network On October 23, in addition to seven other like-minded organizations, Hearts & Homes for Refugees announced the nonprofit has been inducted into the inaugural Leadership New York State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins, who was the guest speaker at G.O.O.D. for Girls' first leadership Cohort for the Hello Neighbor Network as a result of its exem- development conference, poses with group of participants at Pace University where the 3-day session was held. plary work in helping refugees in Westchester County. The Hello Neighbor Network brings together a cohort of G.O.O.D for Girls, Inc challenges they faced and how projects. nonprofit leaders that are dedicated to helping refugees as they (GfG), the White Plains-based they broke their class ceilings, GfG’s long-term, one-on- navigate their new lives in America. The network was founded community non-profit, re- perhaps identifying with simi- one mentoring program/asset and created by Hello Neighbor, a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit cently launched a first-ever lar issues in their lives.” and leadership development organization supporting recently resettled refugee families, major leadership development In addition to learning program, which over time be- that recognized organizations doing similar work siloed in cit- initiative as part of its mission about the importance of team came distinctly unique in West- ies across the country that could benefit from collaboration. of mentoring young girls to be- building and collaboration in chester, started in 2009 when The cohort will be responsible for generating new ideas and come confident young women. all aspects of life, not just the Ms. Stephens, a congregant of sharing resources that helps combat polarization and increase Kathie O’Callaghan At a three-day kickoff workplace, the girls applied White plains-based Union Bap- inclusiveness for refugees in communities across the nation. conference held August 21-23 the lessons during interactive tist Church, acted on a seed of “The need for collaboration among community-based organizations to help refugees in Amer- at Pace University, keynote sessions with each other. They an idea suggested by its pastor, ica is massive,” said Kathie O’Callaghan, founder of Hearts & Homes for Refugees. “The work of speaker Senator Andrea Stew- were coached by Retired Edu- Rev. Dr. Verlin D. Williams, to Hearts & Homes for Refugees can be replicated across the country in other communities. We are art-Cousins— the first African- cator, Charlette Finch; Karin develop a mentoring program proud to be working alongside other grassroots community organizations and honored to have been American and first woman to Elias of AVP; Jackquelyn Young, for the community. chosen to participate in the first cohort of the Hello Neighbor Network. We think this is one more serve as Majority Leader of the GfG Vice President and Ms. Ste- Inspired by the idea, Ms. way that Hearts & Homes can grow in sustainability and impact.” New York State Senate— joined phens. Stephens established G.O.O.D. As a part of the network’s first initiative, the cohort commissioned a survey between volunteers a group of other successful Taking their cue in part for Girls, Inc. G.O.O.D. is an ac- and refugees to better understand the impact of refugee support agencies and nonprofits. Findings female role models including from one of Senator Stewart- ronym for God’s Outstanding from the survey include: business owners and profes- Cousins’ remarks — “Find out Optimistic Destiny for Girls • 92% (of refugees with children) felt their kids have more access to opportunities after working sionals in inspiring a group of what it is that you like to do - which aptly reflects the faith with an agency 25 girls to follow their passions. your passion - then lead with and vision of the organization. • 91% of refugees felt more connected to the city they lived in In addition to Senator compassion”, the girls were From the start, Ms. Stephens • 93% of volunteers believe their agency reduced polarization in their community Stewart-Cousins, the other pre- tasked to identify and take has served as GfG’s president. • 97% of volunteers said, as a result of volunteering, they advocate for refugee issues at local, senters included Dr. Deborah ownership of a project that To date, GfG has helped state and national government levels Matthews, clinical psycholo- would foster awareness, ad- about 80 ‘tween and teen girls • One in two people volunteering or working for refugee agencies said their discouragement gist; Alexa Pozniak, coordinat- dress a need, initiate a change in communities throughout with the current political climate was one of their top three reasons for getting involved ing producer at CNBC; Dara or have some other impact. Westchester to become con- Following the survey, representatives from all eight organizations of the cohort will convene in Pinkston-Scott, Sales Director The projects ranged from a fident young women. At the Pittsburgh on November 13 – 15, 2019. Leaders will be tasked with generating ideas and scaling re- at Mary Kaye Cosmetics; Glo- Campaign to Combat Child- same time, it has forged a cadre sources to help mitigate the polarization gap most refugee families are facing in communities across ria Cunningham, owner of The birth Deaths; Serenity’s Smiles of committed volunteer men- the nation. Ambitious Soul; Shannon Alo- to bring joy back to the school tors, mentees, donors as well as “As the global refugee crisis has increased, the United States has begun to strongly debate im- mar, Ms. Black New York and place; Spreading the Word at a allies comprising community migration policies and the arrival of immigrants and refugees in our country. As a nation, it’s time Yvette V. Miller, owner of Unte- Juvenile Detention Center; to a leaders and prominent indi- to empower a new generation of nonprofits focused on supporting refugees,” said Sloane Davidson, thered, LLC. Beaded Jewelry Business where viduals in government (local, founder of the Hello Neighbor Network. “The Hello Neighbor Network creates a critical platform Drawing from their per- a percentage of the proceeds regional and state), education for these nonprofits leaders to learn from one another, share best practices, and tackle challenges sonal and professional experi- will go to purchase personal and business sectors. together.” ences, the presenters exam- hygiene products for girls in a Along the way, GfG has Led by Hello Neighbor (Pittsburgh), the first cohort includes representatives from the following ined the characteristics and shelter. earned honors from profes- organizations across the nation: Dwell Mobile (Mobile), Heartfelt Tidbits (Cincinnati), Hearts and qualities of what it takes to be The girls left the confer- sional organizations including Homes for Refugees (Westchester County, NY), Homes Not Borders (District of Columbia), Interna- effective leaders, including ence with a clear set of goals to the recent prestigious Children tional Neighbors (Charlottesville), Miry’s List (Los Angeles), Refugee Assistance Alliance (Miami) and strategies for building self- complete their projects by next and Youth Services Award con- Soft Landing Missoula (Missoula). confidence, overcoming fear March. The participant whose ferred by the Delta Sigma Theta Hearts and Homes for Refugees is a nonprofit grassroots humanitarian organization that works of public speaking and devel- project is judged to be excep- Sorority, Inc. Westchester with U.S. State Department-designated agencies to welcome, assist and advocate for refugees. They oping a positive mindset. Lori tional in its execution will be re- Alumnae Chapter to an orga- are a growing network of volunteers — families, neighbors, community organizations, and people Stephens, GfG’s founder and warded with a $300 cash prize. nization dedicated to impact- of goodwill from all faith and civic groups — committed to offering refugees hope and opportunity. president, said: “The girls were The attached is a partial list of ing and improving the lives of In keeping with time-honored American tradition, they offer refuge to those fleeing violence and inspired to hear the presenters participants, their hometowns children. Such distinguished persecution and identify and tap resources that aid refugee populations. They use their expertise talk about the obstacles and and brief description of their recognition has helped GfG to and experience to educate, inspire and equip others to welcome the stranger.

New Rochelle Review • November 2019 • Page 14 • www.newrochellereview.com Latimer Announces Tax Cut During Preview of 2020 Operating Budget Minis Latin Fusion At the home of small business owner and Westchester County taxpayer, County Executive George Latimer unveiled Holds Grand Opening! his plan for the soon to be released 2020 Operating Budget – in that plan a property tax cut. Latimer said: “We made a commitment to freeze County property taxes, and now we can go a bit further. This is the first time, in almost a decade that a County Executive has proposed a budget that reduces the County property tax levy. This budget is about the people who live in Westches- ter County, it is about giving them some relief, and making their County the best it can be – by providing services and programs taxpayers rely on while placing the County back onto solid financial ground.” The announcement was made at the home of Monica and Matthew Marone. Matthew owns and operates West- chester Milk, a small business that delivers milk and other food items based in White Plains. Greenburgh residents Matt and Monica Marone said: "We thank County Executive George Latimer for thinking of the families in Westchester County like ours where every dol- County Executive George Latimer lar counts. We own a small business and love living in West- chester. Every dollar we save in taxes will be spent back in the community - this is a win-win for everyone. " For the 2020 Budget, the County will also have no one shot deals, a step in the right direction to restore the County’s once sterling Triple A Bond rating. Further, Latimer outlined that this budget would build up our reserves – reserves that were nearly depleted by the last administration. Latimer Nicole Pirraglia-Piparo and her husband Michael J. Piparo of City Island have opened Minis has directed that $10 Million dollars be added to our “rainy day fund” – bringing it up to $79 Million Latin Fusion in a charming refurbished space at 237 Main Street, New Rochelle. A Grand Opening - a 23% increase over just 1 year ago. and Ribbon Cutting was held on Oct. 17th attended by Mayor Noam Bramson and New Rochelle Finally, this budget features zero borrowing for operating expenses. All ongoing expenses, in- Chamber of Commerce officials. It was followed by a colorful and delicious appetizer buffet: Sopa cluding pension obligations and tax certioraris, will be paid through the Operating Budget - not bor- de Camarones, Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Tostones, Ceviche con Tastada, and Chicharron di Pollo were rowed. A move that in the long run this saves taxpayer dollars. some of the offerings. Minis Latin Fusion will be open Tuesday thru Sunday for lunch, dinner and The full Operating Budget will be unveiled at a press conference on November 8. Sunday Brunch. Happy Hours. Free parking. Phone: 914-355-5609. www.minislatinfusion.com Girls Varsity Soccer Team Has Historic Season BY DANIEL ABERDEEN never done before. Then, they won the league, captains Nora Fitzgerald (defense), Christina Li- Rochelle came up with the win again in a hard outright, another thing that has never been vaccari (midfield), and Julia Zaccaria (midfield), fought game, winning 1-0 (goal by Teresa Deda). When Coach Francesco Notaristefano says done before. The overall record of 14 wins, 1 tie the team began their playoff run on October Only four teams remain standing in Section 1. that this New Rochelle High School girls soccer and 1 loss, is the best is school history. Finally, 25th on a Friday night, under the lights. The The Huguenots will take on North Rockland on Varsity season has been "historic", he is not ex- the team's forward, Teresa Deda, had the highest Huguenots came away with a victory, winning October 31st in the Section Semi-Finals (before aggerating. First, the team went undefeated in goal and assists combination of any player in the 5-1. The next game was the Section Quarter- print time). league play, going 8-0, something that they have Section with 19 goals and 14 assists. Led by team Finals against Suffern, on October 28th. New

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Family-Style Sauce; Meatballs bate process. While the pro- Why do they need their in- & Sausage, avail- bate process is probably not as heritances to be in trust? They Ristorante able Sundays bad as you think, it has gotten don’t — but it’s an extra gift only; Amatrici- more cumbersome lately due from you to put them in trust. Premiers in ana, pancetta, to budget cuts and less help at 8. You have minor chil- onions, red sauce; the courthouse. So, as lawyers, dren, or children (or grand- Larchmont! Pacceheri del Giorno, fresh peppers, with garlic, fresh Chops, or American Grilled we can try to convince you that children). Thus, it makes pasta pillows, sautéed shallots, herbs, olive oil, lemon juice; Veal Chop, all served with veg- probate is not that bad, or, we sense for many clients to leave Dario Gaite has opened prosciutto, assorted mush- Veal Chop Valdostana, pound- etable. can just help you avoid it. an inheritance for a child in Route One Family Style Ris- rooms, cream sauce. ed thin, breaded and topped Route One Ristorante is lo- 2. You prefer privacy. trust until a certain age when torante on Boston Post Road Hearty main courses with prosciutto, mozzarella cated at 2382 Boston Post Road, Once you pass away and your they may be in position to in Larchmont. It is at the same include: Chicken Limone, and marsala sauce; or Shrimp Larchmont, N.Y. The restaurant will is probated, it becomes a make a better decision about site that previously housed La pounded thin with lemon Luciano, white wine, garlic, is open for dinner only: 5 p.m. to public document. You might the use of funds. Riserva, the long-running clas- sauce; Veal Sorrentino, topped butter, touch or tomato sauce, 10 p.m., Tuesday thru Saturday; say, “why should I care, I will 9. You have a family mem- sic Italian restaurant. with prosciutto, eggplant, served over spinach. A variety 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays. Closed be dead,” however, your family ber who is just not good with The dining rooms at mozzarella, brown sauce; of supplementary sides are Mondays, except for private and beneficiaries will be men- money. You might want to pro- Route One have been beauti- Shrimp alla Spezia, battered, available, too. parties. Main courses at dinner: tioned in the will and those vide some sort of management fully refurbished: resplendent served over burnt string Carnivores might en- $20.75 to $48 (Family-Style). Bar surviving you might care. This for that beneficiary’s share of with new white tiled bar, art- beans; Chicken Scarpariello, joy such house specialties as: & Cocktails. Kid’s Menu. Private is a concern for not only fa- your estate. works, plush new dark wood on or off the bone, homemade Prime Aged Porterhouse, for catering facilities for up to 60 mous and/or wealthy people, 10. You have a child or floors, seating, chairs and veal sausage, roasted potatoes, one or two; Boneless Shell guests. Take-out. Major credit but also many “ordinary” folks grandchild with a disability. tabletops. The ceiling is a lush onions, broccoli, roasted red Steak, for one or two; Lamb cards. Free parking. Proper ca- who value their privacy and Are they receiving public bene- red with new lighting fixtures. sual dress. Handicapped might prefer to create a trust. fits like Supplemental Security According to Gaite, the access. Reservations ac- 3. You want to make it eas- Income (SSI) or Medicaid? You kitchen prepares all orders ‘at cepted. Phone: 914-834- ier for the person who will han- may need to create a special the moment’ to assure fresh- 5584. Fax: 914-833-0652. dle your affairs if you become needs trust for any share they ness. All dishes can be ordered www.route1restaurant. incapacitated or after you pass will receive. for one, with larger platters for com La Spezia, Long Is- away. Practically speaking, it’s Talk to your lawyer about two or more, as if it was ‘Sun- land: www.laspeziafami- easier for a successor trustee the benefits of having a trust(s) day afternoon at Grandma’s’. lystyle.com to get control of your assets as part of your estate plan. Be seated in the lovely multi- (Morris Gut is a res- than it is for that same person section dining room and let the taurant marketing con- when they are named as agent staff suggest such starting spe- sultant and former res- under a power of attorney or as cialties as: Zuppa di Clams or taurant trade magazine executor of your estate. Mussels in a red or white sauce; editor. He has been track- 4. You have a complex Antipasto Salad, chopped let- ing and writing about situation. Most people don’t tuce, tomatoes, onions, roast- the food & dining scene think their affairs are compli- ed peppers, artichoke hearts, in greater Westchester cated. They view their estate salami, provolone, fresh moz- for 30 years. He may be as “simple.” However, once zarella, prosciutto, black and reached at: 914-235-6591. they become incapacitated or green olives, house dressing; E-mail: gutreactions@ die, it becomes apparent that Fried Calamari with dipping optonline.net) things are not so “simple.” By placing your assets into a trust, Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., is you make things much easier a founding partner of Littman G.O.O.D. for Girls’ Leadership Development Initiative Significantly for your successors to manage Krooks LLP and has been honored Advances Community Non-Profit’s Mission of Mentoring Young Girls your assets. as one of the “Best Lawyers” in 5. You have complicated America for each of the last seven Into Confident Young Women distribution plans. Let’s say years. He is past President of the continued from page 14 you want to limit how much of National Academy of Elder Law of GfG’s Annual Fundraising are well on the way to com- we draw renewed strength ing the right thing for the right an inheritance a beneficiary Attorneys (NAELA) and past Presi- Gala on November 8 will be a pleting college to pursue their from one of Senator Stewart- reasons results in good things is to receive at certain points dent of the New York Chapter of progress report on the leader- passions and careers they have Cousins’ leadership develop- happening.” in time. By having a trust in NAELA. Mr. Krooks has also served ship development initiative chosen and some of the long- ment conference comments To learn more about place, you will be able to have as chair of the Elder Law Section including an introduction of time volunteer mentors whose that speaks directly to GfG’s G.O.O.D. for Girls, Inc., order more control over how much of the New York State Bar Associa- some of the participants and lasting and productive one-on- mission of emboldening each tickets for the November 8th the beneficiary receives and tion. He has been selected as a “New the personal projects they are one relationships have been the girl to believe she can make Gala which will be held at 7 when they receive it. York Super Lawyer” since 2006. Mr. spearheading. They will share centerpiece of GfG success. a difference: “I never let fear PM at the VIP Club in New Ro- 6. You have real estate in Krooks may be reached at (914-684- the spotlight with some of the Ms. Stephens added: “As stop me from accomplishing chelle, or make a donation, visit more than one state. Question: 2100) or by visiting the firm’s web- honorees--GfG graduates who we plan to celebrate the Gala, my goal because I realized do- www.goodforgirlsic.org. What could be worse than hav- site at www.elderlawnewyork.com.

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