July 31-Aug. 6, 2015 Your Neighborhood — Your News® 75 cents SERVING THROGGS NECK, PELHAM BAY, COUNTRY CLUB, CITY ISLAND, WESTCHESTER SQUARE, MORRIS PARK, PELHAM PARKWAY, CASTLE HILL AMVETS NEED REPAIR MONEY Bendetto calls on state to release Sandy funds BY PATRICK ROCCHIO Shore Drive which was dam- DASNY reported it notifi ed AND ROBERT WIRSING aged by Superstorm Sandy, the Assembly Ways and Means A local elected offi cial is Benedetto said that DASNY Committee on the same day as demanding the state release drags its heels on the money the press conference that it much-needed funds to repair a he allocated to AMVETS Post had concluded its review and waterfront veteran’s post. 38 and other projects funded the grant will move into the Assemblyman Michael through DASNY. approval stage. Benedetto called a press con- “The Dormitory Authority The post is currently a ference on Wednesday, July 22 of the State of New York sys- darkened facility lacking util- to call attention to a delay in temically delays virtually all ities, with a scarred staircase $50,000 in state funds through grants assigned to them to dis- leading up from the fi rst fl oor the Dormitory Authority of perse,” said Benedetto. “Under to the second and a commu- the State of New York to the the guise of oversight DASNY nity room with missing ceil- Corporal Walter J. Fufi dio continually will request more ing tiles. AMVETS Post #38. and more paperwork and They veterans explained At the news conference, sur- more and more documenta- that the Category 3 major hur- rounded by veterans who need tion before the grants begin to ricane had torn through the to rebuild their post on 1440 get awarded.” Continued on Page 53 Native American artifacts discovered
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BY ROBERT WIRSING 28, Councilman Vacca and A poorly maintained prop- Fedcap workers converged erty which once served the upon 1515 Waring Avenue re- Pelham Gardens community moving weeds, cutting the as a podiatrist offi ce received grass and cleaning th front of some much needed grounds the property. keeping this week. Vacca added that they According to Community would address the side and Board 11, Dr. Robert Piccora back yards the following day. once operated his practice “We try to keep a high from the location, 1515 Waring standard for properties in Avenue. our communities,” the coun- According to both CB 11 cilman said. “The grounds at and published reports, Pic- 1515 Waring Avenue were not cora passed away on February being maintained at all and 28, 2010 at the age of 57. Since rather than wait, we decided to then, the property has been take action. Neighbors should left unsightly. not have to live next to an eye- The board brought this is- sore like this.” sue to Councilman James Vac- Fedcap is a non-profi t orga- ca’s attention who did some nization located throughout Councilman Vacca (c) and Fedcap workers helped clean up 1515 Waring Avenue this week. further investigation into the the tri-state area providing Photo courtesy of Councilman James Vacca’s Offi ce matter. jobs assistance to people with Councilman Vacca said he physical disabilities, convic- erty is a residential and com- recent DSNY-related 311 com- lack of maintenance. had contacted an attorney at tion histories, veterans and mercial 2-story building. plaints for 1515 Waring Ave- “Cleaning up our neighbor- Deutsche Bank who explained others who face employment It was issued a notice of vio- nue on fi le. hoods and ensuring they re- that the property is currently obstacles. lation by the New York Depart- In the past six months, Sen- main a safe place to live and owned by the late doctor’s wife Councilman Vacca said ment of Sanitation on Tues- ator Jeff Klein’s offi ce had put raise a family is critically im- and others, but it is in the pro- this is the second year he has day, July 21 after a sanitation in numerous calls to DSNY re- portant and that’s why I spon- cess of foreclosure. providing funding for this inspector observed paper, lit- garding this location. sored legislation in the state “When a property goes group which works on general ter, old leaves, high weeds on He used the property as Senate aimed at stemming the through a foreclosure process, community cleanups such as the sidewalk, front yard and a backdrop during an April tide of abandoned homes and there is generally a lag in the graffi ti removal and property the property’s driveway. press conference highlighting holding lenders responsible process,” Vacca noted. maintenance. According to a DSNY home foreclosures that have for maintaining properties,” Starting this Tuesday, July The 2,850 square foot prop- spokeswoman, there were no fallen into disrepair due to Klein said.
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BY PATRICK ROCCHIO train station. is providing assistance with A group of world-renowned Community Board 9 the matter, he said. graffi ti artists, many of whom helped arrange a National “We would like to have a are Bronx natives, painted a Association of Relators® fi - dedication sometime in the huge mural celebrating the nancial grant for the proj- next month,” said Rivera, add- best of the Soundview commu- ect, and Bronx-based graffi ti ing that ideally he would like nity recently. artists turned professional to see Justice Sotomayor un- Located at Morrison and muralists,TATS CRU, and veil the mural the day of the Soundview avenues, the mu- other ‘aerosol artists’ donated Morrison Avenue Festival on ral features images of nota- their creative services. Saturday, August 15. ble people from the commu- According to William “The street they close off is nity like U.S. Supreme Court Rivera, CB 9 district man- where the mural is located,” Justice Sonia Sotomayor and ager, the effort’s leaders have the district manager said. hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bam- reached out to Justice Soto- “It would be perfect to have baataa, as well as scenes from mayor to see if she can be a her come during the festival the vibrant neighborhood like part of a dedication ceremony and do the unveiling…if not, Members of TATS CRU and other artists at the mural’s site. a shaved ice vendor in sum- for the mural. we will have to do it another Photo courtesy of William Rivera/CB9 mer and the Whitlock Avenue Congressman Jose Serrano day.” For Alfredo Oyague, one of “The mural represents driguez, adding “It is going to the artists who participated in Soundview and our commu- make people look up and feel painting the mural and who nity,” said Oyague of the mu- good about that community.” goes by the name ‘Per One,’ ral. “Instead of us doing a wall Among the TATS CRU art- said that he was proud to help with our names, we decided to ists who worked on different arrange the donation by TATS do something to give back.” parts of the mural were: Tone CRU, whose murals can some- Eliezer Rodriguez, execu- 163, Bio, Nicer, BG 183 and times cost art lovers in the tive offi cer of the Bronx-Man- Pretty Tone 163. high six fi gures. hattan North Association of They were joined by Crash The mural features fl ags Realtors, said that he thought from Wallworks Gallery and of different Latin-American the $2,200 Place-Making Mi- CES, Per One and Dero from countries whose descendants cro-Grant would be a sound FX Crew. call the community home, as investment in Soundview. The mural is part of on- well as scenes with children “It is an area that is up and going efforts to beautify the This is a sneak peek at the mural depicting facets of life in Soundview playing hop scotch that should coming, and we want to make Soundview community, said and the history of the community. be familiar to the people in the it vibrant for the people who Rivera, and there might be Photo courtesy of William Rivera/Community Board 9 neighborhood, he explained. live and work there,” said Ro- more murals planned nearby.
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 11 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Hail Uber! A better magic number of 67. Dem- nod, she will allow up to 43 ocratic Senate minority Democratic Congress mem- Dear editor, option leader Harry Reid from Ne- bers to vote against the Pres- Our progressive mayor in vada wants to make his self ident. Pelosi also wants to Founded in 1981 by a naked attempt at repayment Dear editor, appointed heir New York’s protect members in poten- Michael Benedetto and to the taxi cartel that contrib- Regarding the column Senator Charles Schumer tially competitive districts John Collazzi uted heavily in getting him ‘When Ending Your Own Life Majority Leader when the from a pro-Israel Democratic CEO elected, and has been fund- is Not Suicide,’ Lenore Ske- 2017 session convenes. This Primary or Republican Gen- Les Goodstein ing our career politicians, es- nazy. Ms. Skenazy presents means that he can protect up eral Election challenger. PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER pecially Democrats, for gen- two choices for the terminally to 12 Senators who are con- Friends of Israel who Jennifer Goodstein erations, got a well-deserved ill - “agony” or “aid in dying.” cerned about being reelected are Democrats should with- BRONX TIMES PUBLISHER Laura Guerriero ‘black eye’ not only from Uber She leaves out the humane in 2016 or 2018 with a wink hold campaign donations to EDITOR but also America’s remark- choice - palliative care. Prop- and a nod to stand with Israel any Democratic Presidential John Collazzi ably innovative free market. erly trained doctors can re- and vote against fellow Dem- candidate such as former Sen- ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Mayor de Blasio and the lieve nearly all pain. Hospice ocrat President Obama. ator and Secretary of State Patrick Rocchio City Council, so as not to fore- helps people prepare for death Will senators Schumer Hillary Clinton who support REPORTERS stall and ideological doubts with true dignity - meeting and Gillibrand be profi les this deal. Do the same with Steven Goodstein Rob Wirsing about where their loyalties death in the presence of loved in courage and vote against your local Democratic Con- Jaime Williams lay, even played the Walmart ones. Aid in dying is a fake this disastrous deal? Neither gress member along with any ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES card implying Uber, like Wal- quick fi x. You never help the has ever been bashful about fund raising letters from the Leonard Vigliotti mart, is an enemy of consum- suffering by killing them. speaking their mind in front Democratic Party National Donna Marzi ers and the middle class. Peter Pilsner of a camera or microphone. Committee, Senate or Con- PRODUCTION Boy did that back fi re. The Will Senator Schumer stand gressional Committees as Mauro DeLuca ‘progressive’ City Council up and fi ght for Israel by se- well. withdrew the livery bill after Bad riously lobbying his fellow President wannabe Hil- receiving a torrent of criti- Democrats to insure 13 or lary Clinton has endorsed cism from city Dems who saw agreement more defect from the Presi- this deal. She no longer de- their constituents potentially Dear editor, dent and vote against the serves your support. The Subscribing Community Groups losing jobs, city controller The nuclear deal between deal and kill it? It may mean same should be true with • Throggs Neck Home Owners Association Scott Stringer, the Bronx and Iran and the United States Schumer choosing between senators Schumer and Gilli- • Pelham Bay Taxpayers Community Assoc. Brooklyn borough presidents in the long run will be det- becoming Senate Major- brand along with Congress- • Schuyler Hill Civic Association • Ferry Point Civic Association and most devastatingly Gov- rimental to the survival of ity leader (by incurring the members Eliot Engel, Joseph • Ferry Point Community Advocates ernor Cuomo Israel. It is still not a done vengeful wrath of President Crowley and all other mem- • Chippewa Democratic Club • Throggs Neck Merchants Association Cuomo called Uber “one of deal. Providing Iran with 24 Obama) and standing with bers of the New York State • Bronx Chamber of Commerce these great inventions, start- day advance notifi cation for friends of Israel. Reid wants Democratic Party Congres- • Korony American Legion Post 253 ups, of this new economy. It’s inspection of potential viola- to protect members in poten- sional delegation if they lack • Locust Point Civic Association • Spencer Estate Civic Association offering a great service for peo- tions is ludicrous. tially competitive districts in the moral courage to stand • Country Club Civic Association ple, and its giving people jobs. I Congress has 60 days to re- 2016 from a pro-Israel Demo- with Israel in this defi ning • Waterbury/LaSalle Community Association don’t think government should view and concur. 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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 13 Mount St. Michael alum appointed president, CEO
BY ROBERT WIRSING and has been a highly successful se- rollment totals approximately 180 As the new school year draws near, nior executive having served as chair- students, the largest in last fi ve to six a Mount St. Michael Academy gradu- man, CEO, president and director of years, Corritori noted. ate will now serve as his alma mater’s several corporations including Clarity Working in conjunction with prin- president Imaging Technologies, Inc.; Florsheim cipal Br. Steve Schlitte, both Corri- This past May, the MSMA Board of Group and Badanco Luggage among tori and Br. Schlitte seek to provide a Trustees named Peter Corritori, Jr. as many others. strong combination of fi nancial and the school’s next president and chief Under his leadership, these compa- academic leadership to Mount St. Mi- executive offi cer, which became effec- nies expanded their customer base in chael Academy students. tive on Wednesday, July 1. addition to developing a strong bottom “I’m very much looking forward to Corritori, a Class of 1971 alum, suc- line. working with Peter Corritori as presi- ceeds Dr. Anthony Miserandino who With his extensive business experi- dent of Mount St. Michael Academy,” retired at the end of this past school ence, Corritori’s responsibilities will Br. Schlitte said. “As a graduate of the year. focus upon the school’s strategic mar- class of 1971, he brings to our school a Peter Corritori was recently appointed to Appointed in 2006, Dr. Miserandino keting and fi nancial operations to en- passion for the mission.” serve as Mount St. Michael Academy’s new will now serve as a visiting research sure the school’s mission in providing He added, “His background in busi- president and chief executive offi cer. scholar at Oxford University in the young men a Catholic, college prepara- ness will be benefi cial for the school. Photo courtesy of Peter Corritori fall. tory education which fosters each stu- This year, we’ve seen an increase in A second generation Italian Ameri- dent’s unique potential for personal enrollment and I believe we are poised “I thoroughly enjoyed the four can, Corritori, was born and raised in excellence and strives to help each stu- to grow even more. I look forward to years I spent here as a student and Pelham Bay before moving to White dent develop in maturity as healthy, Mr. Corritori’s expertise in helping us the education I received here has had Plains where he currently resides. well-rounded, service oriented lead- to grow even more in the future.” a meaningful effect on both my per- He attended Baruch College where ers. As a Mount St. Michael Academy sonal and professional life,” Corritori he earned his Bachelor of Business Ad- He added the graduating class of alum, Corritori looks back fondly at expressed. ministration degree in marketing and 2015 composed of nearly 160 students the time he once spent as a student “Educating our students is our fi rst completed his graduate work at Pace had a 100% college acceptance rate and sees his position as president as a priority. As president, I’m tasked with University. and so far 96% of these students will means of “paying it forward” by pro- responsibility to make sure we have Corritori has served on the Mount’s be starting college this fall. viding students with the same level of enough assets to accomplish this mis- school board for the past four years The incoming freshman class’ en- education he attributes to his success. sion,” he added.
14 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 BTR BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 15 Books collected for young patients
BY JAIME WILLIAMS The books are an opportunity to The Jacobi Medical Center Auxil- soften the kids stay in the hospital, iary is working to make its young pa- said Carotenuto, and also gets them tient’s stays a little easier. reading outside of school. Just over a year ago, the auxiliary She wants kids to learn to love read- began collecting books to distribute ing, and the only way that will happen to kids during their time at the hospi- is if they’re given the chance to read tal, and with the help of local schools, books that they fi nd interesting and they’ve collected more than 10,000 engaging. books so far. “Once you capture their heart you Leading the effort is the vice presi- capture their mind,” said Carotenuto. dent of Jacobi’s Auxilary, Peggy Vega, She’s grateful to Jacobi for involv- who said that getting kids reading has ing her schools in the program. always been a pet cause for her. “Service to others is so much a part “Jacobi sees thousands of kids a of what we try to teach our children,” year,” she said. said Carotenuto. The hospital distributes the books The auxiliary will continue to work to the patients, who in addition to read- with local schools and partners in the ing them while waiting for a doctor or coming year to collect books for pa- receiving treatment, are also able to tients, said Vega. take that book home with them. “We want to make this an ongoing The program has been well re- project,” she said. ceived, she said, and the books go very Book donations have come from quickly. Holy Rosary School, St. Nicholas To help with the project, Vega en- Tyreem Gardner, a patient at Jacobi Medical Center, reads a book provided by Jacobi’s of Tolentine School, Santa Maria listed local schools, including the Auxilary book drive, which has already provided more that 10,000 books for children at the School, St. Francis of Assisi School, Catholic schools under the leadership Our Lady of Grace School, St. Hel- hospital to read and take home. Photo courtesy of Jacobi Medical Center of regional superintendent Roseann ena’s School, Villa Maria Academy, Carotenuto. P.S. 175, P.S. 71 and Assembly man “She was very enthusiastic about “It took off,” she said. “We all got on make room for new books, while en- Mike Benedetto’s Offi ce, among other it,” Vega said about Carotenuto. board.” suring that the old ones were put to places. The superintendent reached out to The program was a win all around, good use. Some schools also reached Those interested in donating books her principals, who responded well to she said allowing the principals and out to parents to donate the books their can email the auxiliary at jmcauxil- the idea. teachers to clean out their libraries to kids no longer read. [email protected].
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 17 Berto Colon Photo courtesy of Berto Colon Netfl ix’ hit‘Orange,’ stars a Bronx native
BY PATRICK ROCCHIO daughter, a character named Daya, be- An actor with ties to Throggs Neck comes his new fl ame. is staring in one of Netfl ix’s most pop- In real life, Colon is married to his ular series. college sweetheart Lara and has two Throggs Neck native Berto Colon daughters, Sofi a and Laila. plays ‘Ceasar’ in Orange is the New According to the fi lm and televi- Black, a drama about women in prison sion information site IMDb he has also and the people in their lives. stared in television shows like Made Colon, a former football player at in Jersey, NYC 22 and Blue Bloods on Lehman High School, and a graduate CBS and Nurse Jackie on Showtime. of Fordham University and I.S. 192, He has appeared in numerous fi lms in- says that he continues to have close cluding, 2013’s Two Night Stand. friends in the borough. “I have been very lucky,” he said of “Growing up in the Bronx, there his career. “I have been out there (in was never a dull moment,” he said, the fi eld) for a long time and the work adding that it was a good place to grow has been steadily and progressively up and that you had to grow up fast. growing.” He migrated to the states in the For people who have talent and 1980s as a child from his native Puerto want to break into acting, Colon rec- Rico, settling in the Bronx in the mid- ommends that they learn their craft 1980s after his mother landed a job at by seeing live performances in the the- the Veterans Administration in New ater, as well as taking a look at both York City. older and newer fi lms. He said that some of the things he “I think the main thing is to study remembers about life in the borough and learn your craft, and to have a so- were block parties; and a graduation cial awareness that is necessary to do party he had upon completing his high this kind of work,” said Colon. “It is a school education. study of human behavior.” Playing football at Lehman was He urges aspiring actors to enrich certainly an anchor of his time grow- their ‘palates’ by expanding their ex- ing up in the borough, he indicated. periences, and said that there is no one “Playing football at Lehman High direct path to being a success in the School was probably the best memory,” profession. he said, adding that he also fondly re- As for his role on Orange is the New calls outings in Ferry Point Park, rid- Black, he said that he did not know ing a mountain bike at Orchard Beach what to expect when he started be- and his dirt bike as a teenager. cause producing original content for On Orange is the New Black, he streaming video was a new thing when plays a drug dealer who is involved he auditioned. with two of the prisoners Now he feels that the Orange en- The fi rst is Aleida, an inmate who semble have elevated issues faced by deals drugs on his behalf and takes the women in prison in an episodic drama, rap for him. including issues facing lesbian and After she is incarcerated, her transgender characters. 18 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 BTR YOUR QUALITY AutoGroupAutoGroup PRE-OWNED SUPER CENTER!
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 19 7 Tips to Find the Best College Fit from Huntington Learning Center
Choosing a college can be difficult for many high school students. With so many factors to consider, Eileen Huntington of Huntington Learning Center encourages teens to go about the process systematically. “Narrowing down colleges can be over- whelming, but by thinking through priorities and goals, teens can make the process easier and make a well-informed decision.” Huntington offers seven tips for parents helping their teens choose their college carefully.
Borough president Ruben Diaz, Jr. speaks at last year’s Making Strides Against Breast Can- 1. Write down the five most important factors in a college. Some teens might have their hearts set on a small college, a big university or a college that’s close cer Walk in Orchard Beach. This year’s walk will be promoted at the ACS breakfast. to home. Other teens might already have specific majors in mind or be looking into Photo courtesy of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer certain academic programs, such as an honors or leadership program. Have your teen think about five (or more) things he or she is looking for in a college. This list may change over time, but the exercise is worthwhile. 2. Talk about the future. Talk openly with your teen about his or her ideas for a Kickoff breakfast set for major and career. Is your teen still figuring things out or clear on his or her path? Stu- dents who seem certain about their direction might want to consider colleges based on the availability of academic programs in their area of interest. Those who are still unsure might be wise to choose colleges with plenty of options and a great career breast cancer awareness center that can help them decide. 3. Discuss cost and scholarships. Whether you have a college fund set aside for your teen or he or she will be funding some of the cost, it’s important to discuss BY STEVEN GOODSTEIN cer risk or fi nd it early when it’s most the cost of college and start exploring financial aid options. Keep in mind that the tu- A national organization is holding treatable. ition and fees listed on a college’s website aren’t likely the net price you’ll pay. Loans a local breakfast for a great cause - to “The Kickoff Breakfast will see and financial aid are available to most students and parents, and depending on your fi nish the fi ght against breast cancer. team leaders, fundraising organiza- financial situation, your teen may qualify for grants or work-study as well. Arrange a On Wednesday, August 5, the Amer- tions and others come together and meeting with your teen’s high school guidance counselor early in the search process ican Cancer Society will hold the Mak- pledge their commitment against a to talk through scholarship options and your teen’s chances of receiving some merit- based assistance. The earlier the better, so even if your teen is just starting high ing Strides Against Breast Cancer great cause in breast cancer,” said Liz- school, start familiarizing yourself now with financial aid options. Offi cial Kickoff Breakfast at Villa Bar- zette Dorado, senior market manager 4. Start searching for colleges. The in-state colleges and universities are obvi- one Manor, 737 Throgs Neck Express- of ACS. ous options, but encourage your teen to search far and wide. Tools such as Peter- way, to raise awareness and funds to “This is one of the most inspira- son’s, the College Board’s College Search, and College Navigator help you research tional events I’ve been to, where those schools based on just about any criteria you can think of: college type, size, fields of in attendance who may not know a lot study, average percentage of financial need met, setting, sports and activities offered, about breast cancer can receive fi rst and more. The Kickoff Breakfast hand information directly from fund- 5. Go back to your teen’s “five most important factors” list. Once your teen will see team raisers and survivors, and where sur- has spent time researching colleges online and with the help of the school guidance vivors can connect with other sur- counselor, return to that list of important factors. What colleges do not meet most of leaders, fundraising vivors about their experiences,” she those criteria? If your teen’s list included small college, warmer climate, affordable/ added. scholarship opportunities, strong engineering program and study abroad opportuni- ties, peruse your teen’s list of colleges to see if any can be ruled out. If your teen found organizations and “This is a very inspirational and the perfect private liberal arts college in Florida, but it doesn’t offer engineering as positive event, and it’s an event that is a major, cross it off the list. If a school seems too expensive, perhaps you can keep others come together very important to us,” Dorado said. it on the list while you explore financial aid and scholarship options that would lower At the one-hour breakfast, which the net cost to your family. and pledge their kicks off the fundraising season, 6. Plan a visit. It can be immensely helpful to spend time on college campuses to commitment against a ACS will also announce its upcoming get a feel for student life and the community. If possible, plan a trip when college is Making Strides Against Breast Can- in session to a few schools that are high on your teen’s list. Take a tour, check out the great cause in breast cer Walk, an annual three-mile walk dorms, sit in on a class and even talk with a few students or faculty members. that takes place at Orchard Beach for 7. Ask around. It can be helpful to get the perspective of a few alumni or current cancer. breast cancer survivors, advocates students of a college to understand what it’s like to be a student there, pros and Lizzette Dorado and fundraisers. cons, information about classes and more. If you know any family friends or relatives The sponsors for this year’s walk who have attended a college, perhaps they would be willing to share their insight and include Montefi ore Medical Center, experience. If you’re exploring a college where you don’t have any contacts, the col- lege’s admissions office may be able to connect you with a student. end breast cancer. St. Barnabas Hospital, Jacobi Medi- The breakfast and networking por- cal Center, North Central Bronx Hos- Huntington adds that choosing a college is a very personal decision. “Students should come up with their priority list, research their options and, most importantly, tion of the event will start at 7:30 a.m., pital, United Federation of Teachers consider how their top few contenders each make them feel,” Huntington says. “In the followed by the event which will run and Health and Hospital Corporation, end, teens must choose a college that seems to be the best fit on paper and the place from 8 to 9 a.m. among others. where they’ll be the happiest.” At this powerful get together, at- The breakfast will also introduce About Huntington Learning Center tendees will unite with others in their the new ACS community manager, community who have been touched by Marlene Medina, who will be organiz- Huntington is the tutoring and test prep leader. Its certified tutors provide individu- breast cancer and want to make a dif- ing this year’s walk. alized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for ference. This year, the walk will take place the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs They will also learn about ACS on Sunday, October 18, and will also develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the and fi nd out how little time and effort include live entertainment. needs of Common Core State Standards. 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French avocado with curry aoili. Photo courtesy of Travesias
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Applications close Thursday, Follow-Up and Negotiation,” the program October 29. is being presented by career coach Lisa Eligibility: All organizations must be Panarello. Topics she will cover include Bronx-based and cannot be funded by following up with your interviewer via the New York City Department of Cul- phone email and letter, identifying your tural Affairs or New York State Coun- Acting as a for profi t organization. Crematory fee is not included, compensation requirements, answering cil on the Arts. All applicants must be death certifi cates and disposition permits not included in service fee. your salary questions, leading negotia- Bronx residents with proof of residency. tions in your favor, and how to accept Proof of residency includes: NYS DMV and decline an offer. Driver’s license, NYS DMV Photo ID or Mock interviews will be encouraged, current utility bill with artist’s name. All and tip sheets, planning calendars, and projects — presenting, performances, Thomas Guido George Farr pens will be distributed. exhibitions, fi lm/video series, work- The program is free to all and subject shops, classes, etc. — must be fully Funeral Director Funeral Director to cancellation without notice. public in nature and take place at a For further information call (718) 792- Bronx site. 6744. BCA will hold “How-to-Apply” In- * * * formationals at the following locations: Bronx Council on the Arts invites Wednesday, August 19, 6 to 8 p.m., Bronx Bronx-based individual artists and non- Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge profi t organizations to apply for 2016 Road; Wednesday, September 16, Castle Hill project funding through the Artist for 6 to 8 p.m., Parkchester Library, 1985 Community Grant, Arts Fund, and Com- Westchester Avenue; Saturday, October munity Arts Grant. Each grant program 3, 2 to 4 p.m. (this workshop will include Funeral Directors, Inc. supports projects and activities between information on the individual artist grant, January 1 and December 31, 2016 that Bronx Recognizes Its Own (BRIO), Mor- enable Bronx communities to experi- ris Park Library, 985 Morris Park Avenue; 1528 Castle Hill Avenue ence and engage with the arts. Grants and Wednesday, October 7, 6 to 8 p,m., range from $1,000 to $5,000. 2016 ap- Lehman College Art Gallery Lobby, 250 Bronx, NY 10462 plications and grant guidelines are avail- Bedford Park Boulevard. able at www.Bronxarts.org/Grants.asp. Attendance to “How-to-Apply” in- All Grants open Monday, August 3. formations are not mandatory for grant (718) 828-9222 Artist for Community (AFC): Bronx- consideration. However, they are highly based individual artists are invited to encouraged. apply for commissioning support in the For additional information, contact amount of $2,500 for the creation of new Sabrina Cedeño at Sabrina@bronxarts. AFFORDABLE CREMATION & BURIAL PACKAGES work in a community setting. AFC is de- org or (718) 931-9500 x22. * * * PRE-ARRANGED AND PREPAID SERVICES signed to increase support for local art- ist-initiated activities and to highlight the The SUNY North Bronx Outreach LARGE PARKING FACILITY role of artists as important members of Center, located at 2901 White Plains the community. Four individual artists Road, is offering a Computercy class. www.chfuneraldirectors.net are selected each year to receive the You will receive instruction in Microsoft Artists for Community award. Applica- Offi ce 2010, Word, PowerPoint and Ex- tions close Thursday, October 15. cel 2010. Classes are forming now. 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CENTENARIAN’S 104TH BIRTHDAY Centenarian Anna Aulette celebrated her 104th birthday at the Morris Park Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, July 25. Celebrating with Anna was her family, which includes fi ve generations of family members. Anna’s family gathers together to celebrate her 104th birthday. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co PELHAM PARKWAY VOLUNTEER CLEANUP
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 35 BRONX DOMINICAN PRIDE CELEBRATED The annual Bronx Dominican Parade celebrated Dominican-American heritage along the Grand Concourse from East Tremont Avenue to East 166th Street on Sunday, July 26. Revelers waving Dominican fl ags and wearing colorful costumes added a dash of pizzazz to what is the one of the borough’s most important parades. Mayor de Blasio, Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. and many other elected offi cials marched.
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BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 37 FESTIVAL CELEBRATES HIGH BRIDGE REOPENING The High Bridge Festival on Saturday, July 25 celebrated the recently reopened pedestrian walkway on NYC’s oldest standing bridge. Elected offi cials joined with community members for a celebration featuring programming from more than 20 community groups including a public art installation, walking tours of the bridge, a “Bridge Making Workshop” presented by the Bronx Children’s Museum, and live entertainment by Jose Peña Suazo y La Banda Gorda.
The Bronx Children’s Museum provided programming. Photo by Edwin Soto
Assemblywoman Latoya Joyner and Councilwoman Vanessa Gibson celebrated the popular Locals crossed the Harlem River on the High Bridge. Photo by Edwin Soto reopening of the High Bridge. Photo by Edwin Soto CANCER FUNDRAISER AT SCAVELLO’S TORREZ, GIBSON SUMMER MEALS
The Sanchez Sisters held their 10th annual New York Yankee great Mike Torrez and Councilwoman Vanessa Gibson joined local advo- Celebration of Life Event at City Island’s cates to help promote the city’s free summer meals program for children by serving lunch Scavello’s on the Island on Saturday, July 25. to young people at the Mullaly Pool on Tuesday, July 21. The event was co-hosted with The event is a fundraiser for Memorial Sloan support from the Department of Education, Parks Department, Share Our Strength, the New Kettering Cancer Center. The theme of this York City Coalition Against Hunger, and the American Dairy Association & Dairy Council. year’s event was ‘The Palladium Era.’
(l-r) Margie Sanchez, caterer Paul Scav- (l-r) Emma Sanchez, Paladium Dancer Carlos ello from Scavello’s on the Island Arroyo and Sandra Sanchez. and Emma Sanchez at the fundraiser. Councilwoman Vanessa Gibson and former New York Yankee pitcher Mike Torrez with some Photo by Silvio Pacifi co Photo by Silvio Pacifi co of the people that attended the End Hunger Event. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co
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Pediatric patients at Union Com- Street location where he awarded each munity Health Center (UCHC) look child with a City Council Citation. forward to making appointments with “Health and education are inextrica- their favorite doctor. In fact, getting bly linked,” said Councilman Cabrera. up-to-date shots and well-visits does “If we want our children to succeed, not seem like such a big deal since we must take every measure to ensure they also have the opportunity to drop that their needs in both areas are being off their report cards and be entered met. Providing appropriate incentives into UCHC’s bi-annual Academic Chal- is a tried and true way to motivate stu- lenge. The goal of this program, open dents to excel academically, and I ap- to students in grades K-12, is to encour- plaud UCHC for taking this extra step age academic excellence in an envi- to care for their patients’ wellbeing.” ronment where children already feel Local State Farm agent Juan Rosa- safe and are receptive to their provid- rio supported the Academic Challenge er’s advice. by providing gift cards for each ’sof “UCHC providers are already offer- the winners. “Encouraging academic ing their patients sound advice about excellence and inspiring children to health; taking one more step and a few dream is the responsibility of every extra minutes to encourage them to do adult in the community,” said Juan well in school just makes sense,” said Rosario. “I am very excited to be part Dr. Phupakdi Wipanee, Pediatric Site of this event and proud of these won- Director at UCHC’s 2021 Grand Con- derful kids.” course location. “The Academic Challenge exempli- According to the department of fi es the holistic approach UCHC takes education, only 55% of students from in promoting patient wellbeing, and is Bronx County graduated from high a creative way to promote healthy hab- school in 2014. This is lower than the its and success in school,” said Coun- citywide average of 76%. UCHC Pedia- cilman Ritchie Torres. “I would like to tricians see a number of their patients congratulate the winners of the chal- on a regular basis and during these lenge, and commend UCHC for encour- visits doctors have the opportunity to aging health and educational achieve- connect and encourage other positive ment.” August 23 – 29, 2015 aspects of their patients’ lives includ- Contact UCHC for more informa- ing academic achievements. tion on the Academic Challenge or to Last week Councilman Fernando make an appointment with one of the www.cycleadirondacks.com Cabrera participated in the fi rst center’s pediatricians, (718) 220-2020. awards ceremony at UCHC’s E. 188th BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 39 Mercedes-Benz of White Plains’ 6th Annual Savor & Support to benefi t My Sister’s Place
On Tuesday, August 4, Mercedes-Benz of White “We’re excited that we Savor & Support on Tues- mance. A new partner of My Mercedes-Benz of White Plains has supported hun- have helped Savor & Sup- day, August 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. Sisters’ Place, the Palminteri Plains will host the 6th An- dreds of local organizations port to become such a popu- There will be dinner by the family is excited to be a part nual Savor & Support to ben- through various philan- lar and anticipated event,” bite, music, and a silent auc- of the event. efi t My Sisters’ Place. For thropic efforts over the years. says Gary Turco, general tion. All proceeds will go to Other sponsors of Savor the past fi ve years Savor & My Sisters’ Place, though, a manager of Mercedes Benz My Sisters’ Place. & Support include: Titan and Support has been held in the White Plains-based organiza- of White Plains. “We wish Chazz and Gianna Palm- Revo Marketing, AutoTrader. showroom of Mercedes-Benz tion that provides education, we could have had it in the interi are expected to attend com, Edmunds.com, Holly- of White Plains, but because awareness, and legal services showroom, but needing a the event as well, showcas- wood Mom, and media spon- of the continued success and to those suffering from, or at larger venue is a good prob- ing Chazz’s new vodka, Bivi sor, Westchester Magazine. increasing attendance, this risk of domestic violence, has lem to have!” and Gianna’s blog, Hollywood Tickets are $50 per per- year the event will be held developed an excellent part- Nearly 300 professionals Mom. Their children, Dante son. To purchase tickets, visit nearby at the CV Rich Man- nership with Mercedes Benz and community members are and Gabriella will entertain mspny.org/news/savorand- sion. of White Plains. expected to attend this year’s with a special musical perfor- support.
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40 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 BTR TNMA HOLDS GOLF OUTING AND DINNER The Throggs Neck Merchants Association held its third annual Golf Outing and Dinner at Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Courses on Thursday, July 23. Raffl es were held during the dinner. All funds raised by the TNMA were donated to the community, supporting local pro- grams such as Holiday Gifts For Kids, their annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and their awards program, which provides awards to local graduates.
(l-r) James Organ, Lilyanna Pekic, TNMA events coordinator, Ron Schwartz and Stephen Kaufman, TNMA president, at the golf outing. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co
VNNA HOSTS VAN NEST FAMILY DAY The Van Nest Neighborhood Association, Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj and Assemblyman Luis Sepulveda hosted the Van Nest Family Day at Van Nest Park on Saturday, July 25.
TNMA board members Ed Angelino, vice president; John Cerini, treasurer; Stephen Kaufman, president; Hussien Nouri, technology director; Jerri Colon; Angela Molinini, secretary and Lilyanna Pekic, events coordinator, gather after the golf outing. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co
Jazzy the Clown makes balloon animals with Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance members (l-r) John Messenger, Bernadette Ferrara and local residents. Photo by Laura Stone
(l to r): Benny Del’Olio, Van Nest Neighbor- hoood Alliance members John Messenger and Bernadette Ferrara, Assemblymen (l-r) Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, John Bonizio, Metro Optics Eyewear and Charles Ar- Gjonaj and Sepulveda, and Virginia Torelli. nold at the golf outing. Photo by Silvio Pacifi co Photo by Laura Stone
BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 41 BY FRANK V. VERNUCCIO, JR. taken away from them by the world’s largest peoples without particular enthusiasm for the Despite the presence of repressive regimes that rule a sovereign state... The Kurds battle, leaving Iran, which is global and regional powers, the over them...With its limited Action are not monolithic [and] have using the crisis as an excuse to most effective fi ghting force military power aided only by a long history of marginaliza- expand its regional infl uence, countering ISIS has been the NATO planes and Peshmerga tion and persecution, and, par- as the best armed ground fi ght- Kurds, a people not even in pos- forces, the YPG are fi ghting Association ticularly in Iraq and Turkey, ing force countering ISIS. ISIS session of a state of their own. against the immolators and have repeatedly risen up to has been, quite bluntly, a great Despite that reality, the U.S. decapitators, and trying to seek greater autonomy or com- benefi t for Iran, even if the two continues to display reluctance protect innocent people who ISIS fi ghters...” plete independence.” entities are enemies. It has to provide these proven fi ght- would otherwise be massacred According to the Council on Part of the Administration’s been a long-term Iranian goal ers, who come far closer to west- by ISIS.... Foreign Relations,”The Kurds reluctance to appropriately to place forces in and dominate ern standards of human rights The Kurdish militias - the are one of the indigenous peo- arm the Kurds rests with con- portions of Iraq. It expands the than most other participating YPG (A Kurdish ‘People’s Pro- ples of the Middle East and the cerns about offending Turkey, Mullahs infl uence in the Mid- groups, with the weapons they tection Unis’ force in Syria) region’s fourth-largest ethnic a NATO partner. At least one dle East, and it serves as a bar- need to protect themselves and in Syrian Kurdistan and the group. They speak Kurdish, an portion of the Kurdish people gaining chip in dealing with defeat ISIS. Peshmerga in the Kurdistan Indo-European language, and lay claim to a portion of terri- the West. Current White House policy Regional Government in Iraq are predominantly Sunni Mus- tory that currently belongs to The failure to provide the for ground forces leans on two - are the only Muslim forces lims. Kurds have a distinct Turkey. But Kurds also exist Kurds, a western-friendly peo- local powers, Turkey and Iran, truly resisting ISIS on the culture, traditional dress, and in numbers in northern Iraq, ple interested primarily in neither of which offer a viable ground. These Kurdish forces holiday... Kurdish nationalism Syria, and Iran, and claim title their own survival with the solution. are mostly Muslim; at the emerged during the twentieth to some territory of those na- support they need to confront According to the Gatestone same time, unlike the Arab century following the disin- tions. ISIS is a signifi cant policy er- Institute, “Apparently, for the regimes or radical Islamist tegration of the Ottoman Em- In 2006, then-Senator Biden ror on Washington’s part, one government of Turkey, ISIS, armies in the region, they are pire and the formation of new called for the establishment that has led to great and worri- which engages in mass mur- secular and protective of mi- nation-states across the Middle of a Kurdish state in northern some gains for Iran. der, ethnic cleansing, mass norities. On one side, there is East. The estimated thirty mil- Iraq, as part of a three-way split Contact COMACTA at ny- rape and sexual slavery, is Turkey, whose membership in lion Kurds reside primarily in of the Iraqi nation. He appears communityaction@gmail. preferable to the Kurds, who the NATO has not prevented it mountainous regions of pres- to have moved away from that com; tune into our radio broad- resist ISIS and demand rights from turning a blind eye to - or ent-day Iran, Iraq, Syria, and position. casts at amfm247.com, and visit and liberties that have been even facilitating the traffi c of - Turkey and remain one of the Turkey has displayed no our website
BY MARY JANE MUSANO need your help. etc. and help a great organi- ing the people who fought We are trying to put to- The event is in the plan- zation that is in need. and still fi ght to keep us safe gether a fund raising event ning stages, but with your We will gather together and free. It’s a win-win situa- to benefi t our local AM- help our community can sometime in October to of- tion and I’m so excited about VETS. Their building was come together and make our fer our goods to the commu- the possibilities! decimated during hurricane ideas a reality. Here’s our nity. You will be asked to So, how can you help? Sandy and they are not eligi- plan. We are calling on all donate 50% of your profits Help us get the word out. If ble for FEMA funds. Our as- artists, musicians, singers to the AMVETS. The event you know an artist, author, sociation would like to fi nd a and authors to participate pose. You can get exposure will take place before Vet- singer, jewelry maker, musi- way to support them and we in this event for a dual pur- for your book, CD, paintings eran’s Day and it is our hope cian, etc., please have them that this event will inspire call me at (718) 792-6385 so people to go to the parade, I can explain the details. If fly our flag or honor our vet- you are a member of a veter- erans and soldiers in some an’s organization or an arts UP FOR ADOPTION way. association, please let them October is also the time know about the event. Then, when many begin their keep reading our column be- Christmas shopping. Origi- cause we will be announc- nal works from area artists ing the date and place for the and authors would make a event very soon. unique and unexpected gift. Let’s join hands and help Buyers will get something our local AMVETS. They de- wonderful and also be help- serve it!
BY TONY SALIMBENE! Don’t forget the SAL BBQ at TN Post 1456 on the 8th and Comedy Night at Sam Young Post 620. Congrats to Gene on his Allerton Avenue merchants’ event. Thanks to aunt Cathy Praino as she School System, was right on continues to box items for the informative and very alarm- troops and thanks to those ing! who contribute both items The SAL Squadron 253 and money to ship them. cards will be on the way now (Left) Angel is an eight-month old Shepard mix that is good with other dogs, cats and children, and has I really enjoyed PC Tom that realize I forgot to submit received all vaccination shots. He is ready for a permanent home. Hansen’s take on the differ- one of the required forms. (Right): Each kitten is about two-three months old and will be spayed, neutered, microchipped and ence between a youth’s role See you on the computer. will receive all vaccination shots. model and a real hero from Until next time: An army If you are intersted in adopting any of these pets, email [email protected] or last week’s Letters To The of sheep can be led by a lion, call 347-691-3282. New Beginning Animal Rescue is located at 2515 Newbold Avenue. Editor. but an army of lions cannot The letter next to his, on be led by a sheep! -Alexander the failure of the NYC Public the Great 42 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 BTR BY SANDI LUSK presence in the shelters. Band, and Uncle Morty’s puppet the- The city housing crisis is in the However, there are thousands of ater. Thank you to our intrepid and news, and causing a lot of contro- homeless people wandering and sleep- loyal volunteers Rob, Rick, Woody (of versy both city-wide and locally. With ing in the streets of the city. Many of course), Desiree and Tony. We would Mayor de Blasio launching his 10-year them are mentally ill, some have sub- be nothing without you! And of course plan to help alleviate the housing cri- stance abuse problems. Some are dan- thank you to Marianne Anderson and sis in New York, I thought I would try gerous to themselves or others. They Alfredo Perez from NYC Department to uderstand some of what is going on. need help. When the city/state moved of Parks for being wonderful partners The major categories: Currently, most affordable hous- to an “outpatient” mental health these past 20 years, it is always great Supportive housing is a combina- ing is given out by lottery, leaving model to save money many years ago working with you. tion of subsidized housing and sup- many families vulnerable to home- (Pataki administration) and released Our Pearly Gates play program port services to help people who were lessness or forcing them to leave their thousands of hospital inmates on to began this past Saturday. There was homeless, chronically ill, hospital- home communities or fi nd other alter- the streets to pursue treatment on a good turnout, and our play coordi- ized, or for young adults aging out natives (like living with relatives in their own through community-cen- nators, Desiree, Juana and Jason, got of foster care. It is permanent, inde- overcrowded conditions, remember tered care and half way houses, those to know some of the parents and kids, pendent housing that provides sup- How the Other Half Lives?). community-based supports for the and are planning some great kids’ ac- port and that is integrated within a Mayor de Blasio’s plan calls most part didn’t materialize in any tivities for the next three Saturdays. community. It is also a best defense for more affordable housing units meaningful way and many were left Stop by to meet them and see what against people becoming homeless throughout the city. We desperately to fend for themselves. We are seeing good things they have planned. On and living on the street or becoming need more affordable housing units, the results of this failed policy every Saturday, August 15, from noon to 4 one more permanent statistic in a as the policies of the recent Bloomberg day on our streets and in our newspa- p.m. we will have our usual closing homeless shelter. administration directed all its efforts pers. We need to bring back some form day celebration with John the Magi- The two primary types of support- to enabling developers big tax breaks of regular institutionalized care and cian and Uncle Morty’s puppet the- ive housing are: and subsidies to focus only on luxury help them to get off the streets into a ater, as well as arts and crafts and • single-site: A designated building housing and homeless shelters, to the safe environment where they can get face painting. where each individual or family has a exclusion of all else. the care they need. Thank you so much to our very private living quarters and may share As our economy moves from full- I am by no means an expert in generous sponsors: Metro Optics, a kitchens and/or common recreational time employment to a part-time, housing policy (I don’t pretend to be), great community partner, and As- rooms or other facilities. hourly-wage model, more people are but the above was my attempt to make semblyman Michael Benedetto (who • scattered-site: units in apartment going to be unable to afford the cur- some sense out of a hot and very cru- paid us a welcome surprise visit), who buildings spread throughout a neigh- rent high rents, even in their own cial topic concerning our city’s fu- has supported us from the very begin- borhood or community that are desig- communities, through no fault of ture. ning in 1990. nated for specifi c populations, accom- their own, despite earning the sala- On another note, our Family Fun Be careful during the hot, hot panied by supportive services ries suggested above. There has been Day on July 11 was a great success; weather, remember to drink a lot of Tenants sign a standard lease. Con- much controversy over this. People it was a beautiful day and there was water, wear a hat in the sun, stay cool tinued tenancy is not subject to any often make unwarranted assump- a great turnout, and everyone en- in air conditioning if you can, and special rules or participation in any tions about those in need of affordable joyed seeing our friend John the Mag- don’t forget your sunblock! particular services. Tenants pay 30 housing. Understand, that these are nifi cent Magician, the Boy Tribute TTFN. percent of their income toward rent.” mostly hard-working people work- This information is quoted from ing many hours (like my son, who the NYC Department of Mental Health recently moved back in with us de- and Hygiene web site at: http://www. spite a 60-hour work week), who will A Trusted Name In The Community For Over 50 Years nyc.gov/html/doh/html/mental/ be priced out of their communities. housing-services.shtml. While some concessions would need CHERICO REAL ESTATE In other words, it is rent subsi- to be made, such as loosening park- dized housing that often has social/ ing requirements, etc., we are in the psychological services on site (such midst of a housing crisis, and this as the program at the Pelham Grand may be one of the only ways to save which is for the chronically ill). The the middle/working class from being presence of the services on site is to pushed out of the city altogether. help tenants eventually be completely Homeless housing/shelters: From independent and achieve a stable, the Coalition for the Homeless: healthy life. • In May 2015, there were 58,906 Affordable housing: The Depart- homeless people, including 14,093 ment of Housing Preservation and De- homeless families with 24,014 home- velopment (HPD) works with realtors less children, sleeping each night in and community sponsors who sell or the New York City municipal shelter rent apartments at affordable prices system*. Families comprise nearly ONX, NY to low- and moderate-income fami- four-fi fths of the homeless shelter pop- lies (working class). More informa- ulation.” tion can be found here: http://www1. *This number doesn’t include the nyc.gov/nyc-resources/service/1021/ thousands living on the streets every S S affordable-housing. day. SHOP OUR CLASSIFIED Eligibility is determined by Area Mayor de Blasio has said that he in- Median Income (AMI) of the New tends to lower the rents paid to land- York City area. lords at the cluster-site and shelter PAGES EVERY WEEK AND Some examples are: low income: locations to ‘only’ market value, us- $51,780 - family of four; $46,620 - fam- ing the money saved to support more ily of three; $41,460 - family of two; affordable housing and rent subsidy $36,300 - individual; moderate-mid- programs. This is what should have SAVE MONEY dle income: $86,300 - family of four; been done a long time ago. $77,700 - family of three; $69,100 - fam- Of the thousands of homeless fami- ily of two; $60,500 - individual. (These lies in shelters, many lost their apart- are just some examples, not the entire ments when their rent subsidy pro- YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD - YOUR NEWS listing). This information is available grams (Section 8 and Advantage) were at: pulled about seven years ago. They The Bronx Times On-Line The New York City Housing Devel- are working class and/or working Your world is 24/7... NOW so are we. opment Corporation web site, http:// poor. The strategies outlined above, www.nychdc.com/pages/Income-Eli- subsidized housing and affordable ÜÜÜ°LÝÌiðV gibility.html. housing, will greatly reduce their BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 43 • St. Raymond Carnival & Jazz Concert...... 45
• Los Van Van At Lehman Center...... 45
• Do You Remember - McNamara; Pearl Harbor.....46 Latin jazz at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
On Friday, August 7, in albums. He was also a mem- Heritage Center, now in its partnership with the Bronx ber of the Buddha-Latin Jazz third year, continues on Fri- Music Heritage Center, Bar- All Stars and has enjoyed a day, October 2nd with the tow-Pell Mansion Museum prolifi c musical career re- multicultural jazz sound of will present the Latin jazz cording and performing Eugene Marlow’s Heritage sound of the Ray Marti- with such well-known art- Ensemble. nez Legacy from 6 to 8 p.m. ists as Tito Puente, Cecelia Bartow-Pell’s First Fri- Known for his melodic and Cruz, Ray Barreto, Johnny day! Music and Trolley pro- percussive style, Martinez Pacheco, Dave Valentin, and grams takes place at the mu- is considered one of the most Hector Lavoe, among oth- seum the fi rst Friday of every gifted and prominent bass- ers. Martinez was chosen to month, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., April ists/arrangers in the contem- participate with Paul Simon through December. Visitors porary Latin and salsa music on several recordings and can enjoy the music, explore scenes. also performed on two world the museum, stroll the gar- Martinez is committed to tours with David Byrne of den, and savor light refresh- motivating and inspiring au- the Talking Heads. Marti- ments. T diences both young and old nez, a native of the Domini- he trolley makes a con- to the magnifi cent sounds of can Republic, received his tinuous loop from the #6 Pel- Afro-Caribbean jazz. His mu- formal music education from ham Bay Park subway sta- sical innovation fuses Afro- the National Conservatory of tion to BPMM to City Island jazz (Latin jazz), blues, funk, Music in Santa Domingo and, starting at 5:25 p.m. and the folklore rhythms of Ray Martinez Legacy at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum. upon moving to the U.S., con- Registration requested at the Caribbean to create a fa- tinued his studies at Lehman (718) 885-1461 or via email at miliar, yet new sound. Mar- many years with Latin-jazz his own salsa band, Conjunto College. [email protected]. tinez composed, arranged, legend Mongo Santamaria. Tipico Criollo, Martinez pro- Bartow-Pell’s collabora- Cost $10 adults, $8 seniors recorded, and performed for As the leader and creator of duced and arranged three tion with the Bronx Music and students; members free.
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44 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 BTR St. Raymond carnival and jazz concert B634/;=CA The 2nd Annual St. Raymond High lege/CUNY at 250 Bedford Park Boule- :/AB School for Boys Fundraising Car- vard West. nival will be held on Thursday, August Tickets for Los Van Van are $60, 6 through Sunday, August 9, from 3 to $55, and $45 and can be purchased by 1/:: 9 p.m. daily at the St. Raymond High calling the Lehman Center box offi ce at School for Boys, parking lot, 2151 St. (718) 960-8833 A/:3 J8M<LGKF., K?IFL>?FLKK?<JKFI< Raymond Avenue. Low-cost on-site parking available One hundred precent of the proceeds for $5. from this event goes towards supporting * * * scholarships, academic advancements Bronx Council on the Arts and 9LP(JL@K and student opportunities. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz con- 8KK?<M8CL<GI@:< The cost is only $2 to enter and rides tinue their summer concert series in the are between 3 to 5 tickets each. Single northwest Bronx on Tuesday, August 11, >
BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 45 Writer remembers McNamara; Pearl Harbor attack
I enjoyed this response to my column about “McNa- mara’s Vagabond Travels” so much that I’m doing something that I’ve never done before. Af- ter 29 years I’m letting some- one else’s words take over my my bungalow. tent. “Today, Sunday, December column for this week. Sit back I used to sit at the dining 7, Japanese planes have bombed REPRINTED FROM 8/2/2012 and enjoy the variety of mem- room table situated in the dining Pearl Harbor.” ories evoked by one reader. It room that separated the kitchen “Japan is thousands of miles may help to note that John Rob- from my tiny bedroom and when from Pearl Harbor. They don’t (L-r, standing in rear) Mike McGrory and Jim Hewitt. Front left to right, ben is a published author and the weather was favorable and have planes that can fl y that far. Jack Sauter, John McNamara, Bill Twomey and John Robben at City Is- former columnist for Green- the screens were on instead of Besides,” my father added, “It’s land on March 21, 2000. wich Time. What I fi nd amaz- the storm windows I’d be bang- the strongest military base in the ing is how many topics he can ing away and he’d hear the click- world.” was something new, perhaps ships, have been damaged or touch upon in his response to ing of the keys. I think it was a I remember that afternoon even the fi rst time, to honor our sunk. President Roosevelt is ad- the story. It’s a sign of a busy small portable that I’d put in walking over to St. Frances American Servicemen, many of dressing the nation tomorrow. mind. my bedroom whenever the fam- de Chantal to see a basketball whom who had been injured or He’s probably going to tell us Bill, happy too see your plug ily sat down for supper. It was at game. The Church team was killed that day at Pearl Harbor. we’re declaring war on Japan.” for McNamara’s Vagablond that table one Sunday afternoon very good, one of the best in People in the stands began I think that was the begin- Travels. in 1941 that we heard the news the City of New York. I remem- whispering. I could only make ning on my interest in listening John was a very special man. that “Pearl Harbor has been at- ber some of the players names: out a few words. “Japs” was one to the news on the radio. Prior The fi rst time I ever saw him tacked by Japanese planes!” My Johnny Mackin, Jimmy Ryan, of the words. “Sneak attack” an- to that I’d only listened to “The he was making his rounds as father couldn’t, or wouldn’t, be- Frank Lyons and others. The other. “This means war. We’re Lone Ranger,” and “The Green Edgewater’s night watchman. lieve it. court was in the basement of the in it now for sure.” “They’ll be Hornet“ or to Red Barber broad- He had a military helmet on his “It’s not possible,” he said. church and had a very low ceil- sorry,” another person whis- casting the Brooklyn Dodger head, a Tommy gun strapped on “The announcer must be mis- ing. Visiting teams always had pered. baseball games. But after De- his back, etc. Of course I’m exag- taken.” diffi culty playing there because My father was glued to the cember 7 my interests widened gerating, I was 11 years old and had the ceiling was so low. Many of radio when I returned home and I started being a historian. What I do remember him never even heard of Pearl Har- their shots hit the ceiling instead later that day. More and more Well, maybe I’m exaggerat- having was a fl ashlight. One bor. of the rim or backboard. Prior details about the attack were fi l- ing. I was still more interested night when I saw him patrol- “Pearl Harbor’s in the mid- to the game starting someone tering in. in Pee Wee Reese and Pete Re- ling in Alden Park I invited him dle of the Pacifi c Ocean, thou- addressed the audience over a “They’re probably not telling iser and Whitlow Wyatt than in in for tea. He asked to see the sands of miles from land,” my loudspeaker and requested ev- us everything,” my father said. President Roosevelt or Winston typewriter he always heard me father added. eryone to stand while the Na- “But it sounds bad. Some of our Churchill or Adolf Hitler. banging on whenever he passed But the newscaster was insis- tional Anthem was played. This biggest ships, even our battle- John Robben
46 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 BTR Annual St. Theresa Feast held The annual St. Theresa Feast in Pelham Bay ran from July 22 to 26. Locals enjoyed food, entertainment, games and rides during the fi ve-day festival held by the church.
Ares Valverde takes a shot at the Test Your Strength game. Photo by Laura Stone
Friends (l-r) Breona Soltren, Michelle Martinez and Nathalie Rosario attended the festival. Photo by Laura Stone Church volunteers (l-r) Lubelia Orlando, Denise Wolovich and Carmella Greco. Photo by Laura Stone
Mia Rivera with her prize. Olivia Gonzalez with her fi sh. Gabriella Onofrietti (l-r) and Caitlin Keenan enjoy zeppoles. Photo by Laura Stone Photo by Laura Stone Photo by Laura Stone
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From page 1 dispersed and the post has already spent about $40,000 worth of the grant building’s rear northern wall, wash- that they would like to ‘draw down’ or ing away into Eastchester Bay all of be reimbursed for. Post 38’s fi les and documents as well Sclafani added, that through the as the fi rst fl oor stove, refrigerator, help of Kenneth Kearns, district man- freezer, tables and chairs, while crip- ager of Community Board 10 and Pat pling the boiler. Simone of Hutchinson-Metro Center, The monster storm also decimated an electrician was secured who will their fence, undermined their patio work with the post and Con Edison to and caused major structural damage have power restored as soon as possi- to their seawall. ble. For safety reasons, the FDNY shut On Sunday, July 26, Commander off the gas to the building which was Rau completed a full Ironman triath- left standing with only three full walls Assemblyman Michael Benedetto meet with lon in Lake Placid which included a and rendered completely uninhabit- AMVETS Post #38 commander Walter Rau (c) 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike ride fol- able. and AMVETS post members on Wednesday, lowed by a 26.2 mile run to help raise The storm’s aftermath quickly de- July 22 to call on the DASNY to release the funds to rebuild the post. pleted Post 38’s savings. Approximately $8,000 was raised $50,000 state grant he allocated to help the A $25,000 loan was offered to them through that effort. by a sister veterans post to begin re- post recover from the effects of Superstorm Commander Rau and AnnMarie Bo- pairs. Sandy. vino, AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary presi- Post 38 was able to repair the back Community News Group / Photo by Patrick Rocchio dent, said they received donations from wall of their building, install new local business such as Metro Optics ground fl oor windows, reconstruct for a veterans organization for veter- Eyewear, Loretta’s Pizza, Louie’s Sea- the fence, establish temporary support ans who have served their country,” food, S & D Caterers, Crosstown Diner, Corporal Walter J. Fufi dio AMVETS Post 38’s for the seawall and have their electric the commander said. Louie & Ernie’s Pizza, Alex Beauty Bar seawall still bears battle scars from Hurri- service returned, but not their gas ser- Post 38 contacted their local elected and Salon and Modern Fruit, among cane Sandy. Photo courtesy of Maria Sclafani vice. offi cials and received assurances that others, and fellow veterans posts. According to Commander Walter a state grant could be obtained to re- John Bonizio, Metro Optics owner Rau he said another $75,000 would be pair the building and rebuild the sea- and general manager, said both he and Agency funding because the facility is needed for all repairs to be completed wall. founder, Michael Ungaro, a Vietnam a non-profi t and not a private entity. and was not asking that the govern- The post completed the qualifying veteran who was in the Special Forces, If interested in making a dona- ment fund all of the restoration proj- procedures through DASNY using the were happy to help the post. tion contact Bovino at (914) 953-7556 or ect. New York Grants Gateway System, but Rau said the post is not eligible email Commander Rau at nypost38@ “This is the least that you can do as of press time no funds have been for Federal Emergency Management optonline.net. Native American artifacts discovered
From page 1 American legacy.” The Landmarks Preservation Com- site is protected by the Parks Depart- the belief is that the Algonquian, Un- mission said that the artifacts recov- ment. kechaug and Shinnecock tribes have ered at the site will be stored in the Both Friends of Pelham Bay Park a close relation to the tribe who used New York City Archaeological Reposi- and the LPC did not disclose the exact these archeological items. tory in midtown Manhattan, a central location of the fi nd to avoid looting. “Since time immemorial and con- climate-controlled space that houses They encourage everybody to join tinuing to present day, the Algonquian the city’s archaeological collections them in safeguarding the location by peoples have lived along the coastline which is overseen by the agency. avoiding even well-intentioned view- (Above) Pieces of ceramics or pottery from from the northernmost reaches of New Construction of the Pelham Bay ing or exploration. the Pelam Bay Park fi nd. England to south eastern New York, Waterfront Development Project has The artifacts have since been cov- (Below) Pieces of ceramics or pottery including Long Island,” said Gonzalez, been formally placed on hold while the ered up. from the Pelham Bay Park fi nd. who was highly interested in the dis- covery. “Closest to (the Bronx and Pelham Bay Park), the Unkechaug and Shin- necock people continue to live on their traditional territories in eastern Long Island. These traits are very similar and closely match with the tribe or tribes who made this area their home and possessed these artifacts,” she added. Gonzalez also noted that the recent fi ndings in the Bronx remind its resi- dents that the land of the borough has a further history than when Swedish sea captain Jonas Bronck becoming the fi rst settler in the Bronx in 1639 or when the Bronx was named one of NYC’s fi ve boroughs in 1898. “The extraordinary archeological discovery at Pelham Bay Park, which is over 2,500 acres, is a reminder to (Bronx residents) that we are not the fi rst people to live here. In present day, Quartz tools were also discovered at the many of us seek to honor this Native Chert projectile points were found. Photos courtesy of Chrysalis Archaeological Consultants, Inc. site. BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 53
Mood-boosting food N_\epflËi\ We all know how important a healthy chicken over salad or a turkey sand- diet is during pregnancy for both the wich, and yogurt or cheese and crack- mother and her developing baby. How- ers for a snack.” ever, a mom’s diet after the baby is born 3. Drink enough water: Dehydration is rarely discussed. can cause fatigue and even anxiety, she “After childbirth the mother is re- said, which is why she encourages new covering physically from labor,” said moms to drink at least eight cups of wa- Rebecca Ditkoff, a registered dietitian ter per day. “Be proactive and don’t wait at St. Barnabas Hospital. “A new mom until you feel thirsty since you may al- also requires extra energy to take care ready be dehydrated at this point,” she of both herself and her baby, especially says. “This is especially important if she is breastfeeding. Diet plays a sig- in the early days of breastfeeding be- pflËi\XcnXpj`e nifi cant role on mood and energy levels cause nursing dehydrates you. If you’re during this time.” breastfeeding, make sure to drink a Ditkoff offers the following fi ve tips glass of water at every feeding.” on foods to help women stay healthy 4. Limit sugar: Think sugar gives and energized: you energy? Think again, says Ditkoff. 1. Avoid skipping meals: When busy “Too much sugar may give you a sugar taking care of a new baby it can be easy rush initially, but soon after will leave for new mothers to forget to take care you feeling more tired and sluggish of their own needs, like eating, says than before.” She urges new moms to Ditkoff. However, it is really impor- try to avoid foods that contain added tant to avoid skipping meals. “Try to sugar, instead treating their sweet plan ahead and stock your pantry and tooth to natural sugars from fruit – or fridge with healthy snacks such as nuts, having a small piece of dark chocolate, yogurt and frozen fruit,” she recom- which may increase serotonin levels in mends. the brain and improve mood. jk c\ 2. Don’t skimp on the protein: “Eat- 5. Don’t forget about the healthy fats: p ing small amounts of protein through- Omega-3’s! out the day helps keep blood sugar lev- Omega-3’s are healthy polyunsat- Stay informed & stay in style. Read the Bronx Times Reporter newspapers els even and moods stable,” she said. urated fats found in fatty fi sh (such “Women who are breastfeeding require as salmon), soybeans and some nuts almost twice as much (approximately and seeds. “Omega-3s promote heart 71 grams per day) as non-breastfeeding health,” says Ditkoff. “They also make women (approximately 46 grams per up part of the brain that helps regulate day). To get more protein in your diet, mood and have a reputation for lifting try having eggs for breakfast, grilled mood and boosting memory.”
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BY PATRICK MCCORMACK Legendary coach Maxwell PIPE “Bingo” Cole was about to step away from the New York City streetball sidelines after DREAMS last summer. A call from Pro City CEO Ray Diaz changed By Bob Connolly that. “It’s funny I spoke to a cou- ple of players and told them last year was going to be my Porzingis last coaching the Bingo All- Star’s,” the 49-year-old Cole said. “Ray Diaz called and Ian Begley (ESPN) wrote, said ‘Bing would you like to “Kristaps Porzingis has play in Pro City? We have a shown encouraging signs spot for you.’ I said, ‘Ray you in the Las Vegas Summer just took me out of retirement. League. The No. 4 overall pick That has been my dream all is averaging 10.5 points on this time to come and coach 48 percent shooting in four in Pro City.” games. The berth in the top tour- At 7-foot-2, Porzingis has nament in the city is one the also made an impact on de- “Godfather of Streetball” fense, blocking 1.8 shots while has been trying to get into playing 20.5 minutes per for years and asked Diaz two game. New York has outscored other times to get in before its opponents by 7.6 points per this season. 48 minutes with Porzingis on “I always try to get in,” the fl oor. Cole said. “One thing about While the 19-year-old’s this tournament is its pres- rebounding numbers (3.2 tige and you have to have an per game) have been under- invite. Ray has been loyal to whelming, Porzingis hasn’t his teams, so everybody has been afraid of contact and has to wait their turn. I guess it shown an ability to get to the was God’s blessing that it was free throw line. He has taken my turn this year.” 24 free throws on just 25 fi eld Cole, a South Bronx native, goal attempts for a FTA/FGA started coaching AAU ball ratio of 0.96. for Riverside Church when A-Rod’s Changing Role former Rice stars and Bronx Legendary streetball coach Maxwell ‘Bingo’ Cole put off retirement to chase a Pro City title. Andrew Marchand (ESPN) natives Anthony Glover and Photo by Steven Schnibbe wrote, “There is an accep- Keydren Clark were 12-13 tance now with Alex Rodri- years old. That coaching was guez. In his own clubhouse, for fun to help the kids reach streetball. Having them on my Star’s sit at 5-1 and are close to plishments. Cole has won a he is one of the guys with his college and after that his ca- team is big for me right now.” the top in the Pro City stand- Nike Tournament of Champi- teammates. He is like a big reer took off. Clark, who has played in ings. Diaz is happy to have ons crown and also grabbed brother they can tease but “I was just doing it for fun Pro City for fi ve years with Big Cole as part of his league not titles at Hoops in the Sun and still respect. at one point then it just blew Apple Basketball, switched and feel it only add to the pres- Dyckman. So now, after baseball’s All- up,” Cole said. teams this season to play for tige of playing in it. “It well rank number one Star break, the story is mov- Glover and Clark, both in his long time coach. “Bingo is a legendary on my list,” Cole said. ing to the next phase. Instead their 30s now, have been reg- “To be in this tournament coach in New York City bas- Cole went from retirement of if Rodriguez is accepted ulars on his streetball teams with Bingo and the Bingo ketball,” Diaz said. “He has a to coaching in the tourna- and somewhat productive in are helping him adjust to his All-Star’s playing with my tremendous amount of experi- ment of his dreams. He is only his return from the largest fi rst season in Pro City. friends I played with the last ence. For us it was a tremen- in one other tournament this performance-enhancing drug “This is a different type of 8-10 years is a honor and some- dous opportunity to bring season at EBC Rucker. Now suspension in major league style of play,” Cole said. “This thing he deserves and we are him in and elevate the quality that he is in Pro City retire- history, it is: Can he continue is actually a professional going to do everything we can of players in our league.” ment isn’t even a thought. to be one of the leaders to re- game. Long time 48 minutes. to get him a championship,” Winning the league cham- “Now I am in Pro City I turn the Yankees to the play They help me through the dif- Clark said. pionship is one that will rank don’t have a timetable,” Cole Continued on Page 63 ference between Pro City and This season Bingo’s All- at top of his long list of accom- said. “I am here.” BTR BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 59 $AVE BUCKS NOW BIG DURING OUR... SALES PRE-OWNEDPRE-OWNEDEVENT! WE HAVE BAD CREDIT? 1.9% GIVE US A CHANCE FINANCING ...TO HELP YOU GET FINANCED AVAILABLE CALL LIZ @ 718-445-2525 Hunting for a Good Deal?
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BY LAURA AMATO “I was very shocked, I didn’t diagnosed. It raises money for fel- Steve Pierre Saint had to do think I deserved such a big honor low patients who don’t have as much something. like this,” Dillon said. “I didn’t support as he does and donates to St. Anything. think it was going to be this big. But Jude’s Children’s Hospital and the He couldn’t sit still. Not any- I definitely thank God for the turn- American Cancer Society with the more out.” sale of custom-made t-shirts. They So, Pierre Saint made some calls. It hasn’t been an easy road for were able to be purchase at the Ball- He cleared his schedule. He booked Dillon since his diagnosis. 4Tris event. the gym and organized the first- He spends two and a half hours at “I would never say cancer is my ever “Ball4Tris” event last week- Sloan Kettering Hospital for chemo- lowest moment,” he said. “Cancer has end at St. Raymond High School. therapy treatment every two weeks kind of been my greatest moment. I It’s goal was to raise money for the and goes home with a bag attached know that might sound weird, but my medial bills of his former Ravens to his side for two more days to con- vision was blurry to life and cancer hoops teammate Tristan Dillon who tinue the treatment at home. definitely made me get 20/20 vision.” had been diagnosed with colon can- But still, he says cancer has not There was, eventually, a tourna- cer in May. been his darkest moment. Instead, ment winner. This was, after all, a “Originally we wanted to bring cancer has opened Dillon’s eyes to competition and it’s nearly impossi- everybody out, the alumni at St. the world and he has also was com- ble for former high school standouts Raymond’s and the original mo- pelled to do something just like to turn that off. tive was like a reunion,” said Pierre Tristan Dillon (c.) posesed with Justin Dillon Pierre Saint. But it was also about more than Saint, who graduated from St. Ray’s (l.) and Steve Pierre Saint right at the Ball- Dillon created his own non-profit that. It was about doing something. in 2010. “Then we found out our 4Tris event at St. Raymond last weekend. organization, “No Battle Should Be “St. Raymond’s is very community brother was diagnosed with can- Fought Alone,” shortly after he was oriented, family oriented. So I wasn’t Photo by Laura Amato cer, so this was an extra push for us and extra motivation to keep things pushing further.” There were trophies to be won The event, held over two after- and some glory to be claimed, but in noons on July 25 and 26 brought to- the end, it was all about Dillon. gether nearly 80 of the school’s bas- For his part, Dillon was more ketball alumni and friends of Dillon. than a little overwhelmed by the en- The event raised more than $1,300. tire weekend. The 22-year-old Bronx Further help can be given through a native called the four years he spent GoFundMe account called Tristan’s at St. Raymond the greatest of his Fight Against Cancer that is at close life, adding that he was surprised to $5,000. by the turnout the event drew. Pipe Dreams: JPP; The “Fail-ees” Velocity Track Club New York 8 & under girls (Dakota Hickman, Kimaris Hickman, Brianna Bur- from Page 59 perhaps they should consider hiring rell & Saniah Caldwell) 4x100 meter relay team sporting their gold medals from the UAGTCA … Ozzie Guillen. (United Age Group Track Coaches Association) Invitational. offs for the fi rst time since 2012? Ozzie will not make the Phillies On Friday, to begin the second half into contenders but he will get people of the season, Rodriguez was front and in Philly talking about and paying at- Velocity Track Club New York highlights center again, unlocking a tie score in tention to the Phillies.” the seventh with an opposite-fi eld solo The Mets hired Casey Stengel as homer into the Yankees’ bullpen. It their fi rst fi eld manager. The suits WINSTON DINKINS dash), Dominique Jackson (100, 200, & made it 4-3, which ended up being the knew that the team was going to be On Friday, July 17th Velocity Track 400 meters dash), Darius Gordon (2000 fi nal score in a win over the Mari- terrible and decided to defl ect the ire Club New York traveled with 17 ath- meter steeplechase), Jordan Samuels ners. of the fans by letting Stengel describe letes to the John A. Farrell Stadium (200 meter hurdles) and Nariah Ma- JPP the teams play and he had fans call- in West Chester, Pennsylvania to this 100 & 200 meters dash. Plus in the Until Jason Pierre-Paul suits up ing them “the loveable Mets” while compete in the UAGTCA (United Age team rankings, our 8 & under girls di- and actually gets on a fi eld, it will re- recalling the daffy Dodgers of old. Group Track Coaches Association) In- vision took 3rd place over all! Great job main to be pure conjecture about his Comeback vitational. This was a three day meet VTC!!! condition and how he’ll do. He’s al- ESPNNY.com reported, “Baron with most of the best teams through- Velocity Track Club New York will ready said that he won’t be in camp Davis is attempting an NBA come- out the east coast. It was also a great be having its semi-annual orientation until he signs his deal. So, let’s wait back. tune up for the 2015 AAU (Athletic Am- on Friday, August 21st at 7:00pm in the until all of that transpires before we The two-time All-Star, out of bas- ateur Union) Junior Olympic Games Bartow Community Center, room 28. jump to any conclusions. ketball since suffering a serious knee on August 2nd – 8th. Medals were If you know a child between the ages of The “Fail-ees” injury during the 2012 playoffs, said given to the top 8 athletes in their divi- 6 & 16 that is interested in track & fi eld The Sports Curmudgeon wrote Tuesday he is eyeing a return to the sion, event and gender. I’m pleased to please have parent attend orientation. the Philly baseball team, “The Phil- league this season. note that we earned 27 medals! On Saturday, August 22nd VTC lies need to fi nd a way to “goose atten- Davis, 36, is a 13-year veteran of The following athletes that won will be hosting races at the Section 5 dance” and I have an idea for them to the league with career averages of 16.1 medals were: Daijon James (javelin, Fun Day, Co-op City. There will also consider: points and 7.2 assists per game. But shot put & discus) Dontae Lindo (1500 be additional games, music, entertain- The Phillies need to hire a new his numbers dropped signifi cantly meter), Olyvia Burrell (long jump), ment, giveaways and food. The event manager next year. It will not matter in 2011-12 while a member of the New River Sampson (100 & 200 meter dash), starts at 12:00. whom they hire; the team is going to York Knicks, as he averaged just 6.1 Jaelah Eagle (200 meter hurdles), Cai- Velocity Track Club New York is be bad again next year. So, maybe the points and 4.7 assists in 29 games. lyn White (shot put), Dakota Hickman a 501C3 Non for profi t. 100% of your idea would be to hire a manager who Then, in the playoffs, he suffered (100 & 200 meters dash & 4x100 relay), donation will go to help our children. would – by his presence – generate a partial tear of the patella tendon in Kimaris Hickman (200 & 400 meter For additional information, you can interest in the team. Remember, one his right knee and complete tears of dash & 4x100 relay), Brianna Bur- go to our web site Velocitytrack.org or can generate interest in a positive or the right ACL and MCL. rell (long jump & 4x100 meter relay), contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins at a negative way; and with that in mind, Saniah Caldwell (4x100 meter relay), 914-441-6196 or email me at watclt@aol. Danielle Jackson (100, 200 & 400 meters com. 62 BRONX TIMES REPORTER, JULY 31-AUG. 6, 2015 BTR Ravens point guard Washington building off strong fi nish
BY JOSEPH STASZEWSKI he need to learn how to get his team- Isaiah Washington was tired of mates better involved and raise their other people making excuses for him. contributions as well. His growing The St. Raymond point guard and trust in them and his determination his team struggled midway though to be more of a leader was rewarded. his sophomore season last year. Dur- “I told him learn how to make bas- ing that time all he heard was how ketball plays,” Lopez said. “He doesn’t he was too young, too inexperienced have to force thee pass, he doesn’t al- and not ready in his fi rst varsity sea- ways have to score. But it’s all based son. Washington eventually proved on reads. I think he learned how to do them all wrong late in the year. He that exceptionally well. He learned matured, adjusted and grew into the how to do that down the stretch for player he was billed to be. us.” “I had to show them I could play,” Washington has carried his high Washington said. level of play into this summer and the The 6-foot guard averaged 17 July live recruiting period with his points and seven points over the Ra- New Heights travel team. He was an ven’s fi nal seven games. He scored a all-tournament selection at the Pan- team-high 22 points to lead them to a gos All-American Camp in late May CHSAA Archdiocesan semifi nal vic- and continues to pick up steam. He tory over rival Cardinal Hayes and a wants to show people he is one of the spot in the title game. country’s top guards. Isaiah Washington of St. Ray’s is catching the attention of some of the nation’s top college “I started taking things serious,” Washington recently added schol- hoops programs. Photo by Robert Cole Washington said. “I thought it was arship offers from Rutgers and Iona going to be easy. I decided to become to ones from St. John’s Indiana, Min- ton’s decision-making get more con- will have success with him,” Lopez more of a leader and that’s how was nesota and Providence. USF and New sistent. Washington is also working said. started winning some games.” Mexico have also shown interest. on his jumper. His coach is confi dent Washington expects the same, ey- His on-court transformation was He understands the extra attention his star point guard is going to con- ing runs at city and state titles. He largely in part to a change in his brings some added pressure, but is en- tinue to progress. Lopez continues won’t make any excuses or expect any mindset. Washington’s quickness and joying the fruits of his labor so far. to ask him how many assists he has made for him. explosive fi rst step have given him a “All the hard work is starting to whenever he sees them. “No one is young anymore,” Wash- natural scorer’s mentality. While pay off,” Washington said. “If he can be a more consistent ington said. “I believe without a doubt there are times he can score at will, Lopez just wants to see Washing- pass fi rst, score later point guard we we are going to win.” Tickets for the 2015 New Era Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium are now on sale
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