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Vol 111 Number 8 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, February 19, 2016 YMA Lady Eagles Never Quit Flying High at Ridge Hill

Taking off for a flight at iFLY at Ridge Hill.

Mayor Mike Spano, Council President Liam Ridge Hill and get the iFly experience. Members of the YMA Lady Eagles basketball team with coach Elie Moise. McClaughlin and several city and state officials “We’re excited that iFLY chose Yonkers as gathered last week at Ridge Hill in Yonkers to cel- the place to expand its international business and ebrate the grand opening of iFLY, a new state-of- we know that Ridge Hill is a great partner in doing By Phil Foley Molly O’Reiley and Jazmin Garcia. The rest of the-art indoor skydiving experience. iFLY in Yon- so,” said Spano. “Ridge Hill demonstrates its com- We start our weekly Yonkers High School the roster included three juniors, Ciara Walsh, kers is one of only 11 iFLY locations in the nation mitment to our city and contributes to making Yon- sports wrap-up with a story submitted by a Nashey Padilla and Taneja Hendricks; Sophia and 37 in the world. kers the ideal place to live, work, play – and fly.” member of the Yonkers Montessori Academy Rascona is the lone sophomore. Our freshmen iFLY is open to everyone. No special skills iFLY uses a vertical wind tunnel to allow family: included Ashley Soto, Jaeliana Quiñones and are required, and almost anyone over the age of guests to safely float on a cushion of air, mimick- The Lady Eagles of Yonkers Montessori Abigal Brennan; and lastly our eighth-graders 3 can safely experience the sensation of free fall ing the sensation of a freefall from an airplane. The Academy were a young group with four se- were Mackayla Scarlett, and Vjollca Kastrati. without having to jump out of an airplane. So, the experience is open to virtually everyone and no niors – Captain Alexis Lugo, Megan Matos, Continued on Page 10 next time you’re feeling adventurous, head over to special skills are required. St. Joseph’s Family Center: Proposed Colonial Heights Care from ‘Birth to Earth’ Mosque Before Landmarks Board A Patient-Centered Medical Home

The home at 2 Grandview Boulevard, the proposed location for a mosque. Photo by Bayan Baker. Dr. Craig Orvieto with staff at St. Joseph’s Family Health Center. Photo by Bayan Baker. By Dan Murphy Also last year, the Colonial Heights Association A proposal to build a mosque at the location applied to the Yonkers Landmarks Preservation By Andrew Tobia of off-site facilities over the years. These facili- of a home at 2 Grandview Boulevard in the Co- Board to request that the home be deemed a his- Since its founding in 1888, more than 120 ties are strategically located throughout Yon- lonial Heights neighborhood is currently before toric landmark. years ago, Saint Joseph’s Medical Center has kers, Westchester Country and the Bronx to the Yonkers Landmarks Board for review. The application has been making its way worked to provide the community with com- offer easier access to both general and special- Last year, a Muslim group, The Islamic Com- through the process, and the Landmarks Board is prehensive medical care performed by people ized health care to a wider demographic. munity Center of Mid-Westchester, purchased expected to render its decision next month. The who truly care. A Growing Mission the home for $750,000, with the goal of turning Yonkers City Council would then have to vote on More than this, Saint Joseph’s strives to One of these off-site facilities is the Saint the home into a Masjid, or mosque, for worship. Continued on Page 7 provide care to as many people as possible. To Joseph’s Family Health Center. Located at 81 S. that end, Saint Joseph’s has opened a number Continued on Page 6 MLK Poetry Contest Classroom in Pakistan Winners Announced Named After Yonkers Rotarian

East Yonkers Rotary’s International Projects Chairman Shaw Latif, left, with Sen. Letsen, Congratulations to the three winners of the the contest’s winners. founder of the East Yonkers Rotary Club. Yonkers Martin Luther King Jr. Day poetry con- This year’s theme was “Hallowed Grounds: test, which honors the life and legacy of one of Sites of the Civil Rights Movement” and asked The joy on the faces of the 300 children of years, but he was also founder of the Rotary Club the world’s greatest activists for social change. Yonkers students to reflect on why it is impor- The Mazin Academy in Pakistan was clearly vis- of East Yonkers in 1958. The club, in paying trib- Fifth-grader Angelica Lopez-Tucker of PEARLS tant to preserve the memory of the locations – ible – all of them excited to have a new classroom ute to its honored founder, decided to sponsor the Hawthorne School, seventh-grader Mantasha Montgomery, Selma and so many others – that in their school, thanks to the Rotary Club of Yon- building of a new classroom for disadvantaged Khan of Yonkers Middle/High School, and helped change America. One student from each kers-East Yonkers. Parents and students partici- children. By providing opportunities for con- 11th-grader Kayla Casanova of Roosevelt High of the Yonkers elementary, middle and high pated in a recent unveiling of a plaque naming the tinuing their education, the club said it hoped it School were selected by Mayor Mike Spano as Continued on Page 9 new “Roy Letsen Classroom.” would build responsible adults who would in turn Letsen is known to many in the area. Not help raise succeeding generations from poverty. only was he a New York State senator for many Continued on Page 9 Read the Poems on Page 9 PAGE 2 - Yonkers Rising - Friday, February 19, 2016 Two Women Awarded Riverfront Gallery By Alamo Drafthouse Presents ‘Finding Form’

Works of art from the “Finding Form” exhibit on display at the Riverfront Library Art Gallery.

Gail Baxter, third left, and Catherine Lederer Plaskett were honored at Alamo Drafthouse last week, with former Council President Chuck Lesnick, right. Photo by Donna Davis.

The Alamo Drafthouse in Yonkers presented In the category of education in low- and mod- two “Hammer and Chisel Down” awards, cre- erate-income areas, an award was given to Gail ated by Alamo in conjunction with the opening Baxter, chairperson of the Yonkers African-Ameri- of Michael Moore’s new movie “Where to Invade can Advisory Board and retired parent coordinator Next,” on Feb. 12. Referencing social justice is- in the Yonkers Public Schools. sues addressed by the film, these awards were de- In the category of women’s rights, an award signed to honor two distinguished individuals who, was given to Catherine Lederer-Plaskett, executive in their own unique and courageous way, “are mak- director of WCLA Choice Matters, an advocacy ing America a better place for all.” group for reproductive rights. The awards were presented in two of the cat- For more information, visit http://drafthouse. egories examined in depth by Michael Moore: com/yonkers.

Volunteer reporters and The Yonkers Riverfront Gallery, located on ing art and architecture and has also studied with the fourth floor of the Yonkers Public Library at 1 renowned painters Carlo Maria Mariani and John photographers wanted: If you are an Larkin Plaza, will feature works by Clayton Cal- Foote. He uses the finest materials when creating vert, Parker Calvert and Ricardo Arango through his works and is a proponent of all kinds of mixed April 2, with an opening reception Feb. 25 from media. His paintings, sculptures and installations apsiring journalist or photographer 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. capture moments in time that are characteristic of The show was curated by Haifa Bint-Kadi, his experiences. and want to see you name in print, director of the Riverfront Gallery. Each artist ex- Parker Calvert’s photographs document vari- plores composition, color and subject matter in a ous aspects of New York City and combines an ex- different way. ploration into sources of light and how these lights contact us at risingmediagroup.com. Clayton Calvert’s paintings are indicative of interact with the city. He finds varying ways these the environments in which they are created. He of- can be captured as he creates his fantastic images. High school interns are also ten abstracts his subjects in an effort to capture the He is continuously fascinated by the ever-evolving essential elements. skyline, and the city has changed drastically during Clayton is a painter, sculptor and installation his lifetime. The subjects at times are hardly rec- welcome for this summer. artist. His practice explores the relationship be- ognizable because of Calvert’s deliberate camera tween representation and abstraction as he contem- movement, light manipulation and varying techni- plates his subjects. He has lived in Rome study- Continued on Page 8

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The president needs to to bring out the “best,” for nominate and the Senate lack of a better word, in our Eric W. Schoen needs to hold hearings and elected officials. Here are confirm a replacement for some examples: Scalia on the court. Mitten Warnings But please, let’s put the man’s body in the Bring all pets indoors. Run a faucet to ground before we chatter about his replace- prevent freezing pipes. Check on elderly ment. neighbors. Never use a stove to heat your Gas Tax State Sen. George Latimer Assembly member Shelley Mayer home. Turn off space heaters before leaving Gas prices are at historic lows, and lo and the room. behold, President Obama comes up with the Stay indoors. Check on vulnerable rela- brilliant idea of a gas tax to fix our nation’s State Sen. George Latimer and Assembly- state.ny.us, respectively. Remarks are limited to 4 tives, neighbors and friends. Take care of crumbling roadways. If you believe this tax is woman Shelley Mayer will be holding a joint fo- minutes of presentation per person. yourselves. Wear multiple layers of clothing. not going to be passed on to consumers, I have rum to hear public input on the proposed 2016-17 “Working with the people in our commu- People most likely to be exposed to dangerous a bridge in Brooklyn to sell you. state budget, Monday, Feb. 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. nity, we have made substantial progress in mov- cold include those who lack shelter, work out- When gas prices go up as they eventually at the Will Library, 1500 Central Park Ave., Yon- ing Yonkers forward,” said Mayer. “This forum doors and/or live in homes with malfunction- will, is the gas tax going to go away? kers. The event is open to the community and any provides an additional way to listen to the people ing or inadequate heat. Mr. President, we are all enjoying low person or organization that wishes to present is I represent and helps me better serve my constitu- Seniors, infants, people with chronic car- gasoline prices and maybe the opportunity to invited to participate. ents.” diovascular or lung conditions, people using take our savings and pump the money into the “The next step in passing a state budget is Proposed last month by the governor, the alcohol or drugs, and people with cognitive economy. The gas tax should be dead on ar- analysis and review by the State Legislature, and executive budget is the first step in adopting a impairments (like dementia, serious men- rival. I want to make sure we hear what our constitu- spending plan for New York’s next fiscal year, tal illness or developmental disability) are at Zika Czar ents want and need,” said Latimer. which runs from April 1, 2016 to March 31, increased risk. New York City continues to No, he wasn’t talking about the creation No RSVP is required. The public is invited 2017. The governor’s proposal would provide closely monitor the extreme cold. of more tiki bars. Our good friend Sen. Chuck to speak, and will be heard on a first-come basis. $145 billion in funds for state programs and ser- From New York City to Yonkers, these Schumer proposed the creation of a United Written testimony can be provided at the hear- vices. The largest areas included in the spending are some of the warnings that came last week States “Zika Czar” to combat the Zika virus. ing, or in advance to Latimer or Mayer by e-mail plan are education, public protection and health from the press offices of elected officials who I have all the faith in the Centers for Dis- to [email protected] or MayerS@Assembly. care, including Medicaid. shall remain nameless. Is cold weather some- ease Control and Prevention and state disease thing new? Are we living in Florida in July or control agencies to handle the task. Why is New York in January? it that every time there is a problem or crisis I don’t know about you, but these “warn- our leaders call for a task force or a “czar” to ings” insult me. Unless you have just arrived handle it? Meet Priscilla on the planet, you know what to do in case Remember ‘All in the Family’ the weather outside becomes frightful. Do we Do you remember when Saturday night really need our elected officials to tell us basic television was fun? Shows like “All in the things New Yorkers living in our great state Family” kept our eyes glued to the boob tube. in January already know from years of experi- Archie, Edith and the gang made us laugh and ence? were so much fun for families to watch togeth- Where to call with heat or hot water com- er, sipping hot cocoa and munching on potato plaints. Plowing and salting our streets. Warm- chips and pretzels and boxes of Entenmanns. ing centers where people can go to warm up. Now we have Republican and Democrat- Phone numbers people can call if they or fam- ic presidential candidate debates gracing our ily members need help. These are the kinds television sets on Saturday nights. And people of things our elected officials need to worry are watching them. Doesn’t that say some- about. If someone is working outside, I think thing about the sad state of affairs of televi- they kind of know they are vulnerable to the sion programming in 2016? Maybe we need to elements. go from 300 channels to 600 channels to find The Death of Justice Scalia something interesting to watch! It’s simply shameful – the man’s body In Brief isn’t even in the ground and everyone in Wash- A belated note of sympathy over the death ington from the president on down is talking of my friend, Father Terzo Vinci, longtime about the replacement for Supreme Court Jus- pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church tice Antonin Scalia hours after his death. The on Park Hill in Yonkers. statement by Senate Republicans that they will When my mom was hospitalized many not consider a candidate for the court nominat- years ago and I would see Father in the halls ed by President Barack Obama; or candidate of St. John’s hospital consoling the families of for president Sen. Ted Cruz criticizing fellow ill parishioners, he would graciously come in candidate Donald Trump’s possible appoint- and say a prayer with mom. I will always re- ments to our nation’s highest court – before member this, his wit and the good deeds he did Trump even has the nomination. in the community. He will be missed. Scalia believed first and foremost in the Reach Eric Schoen at thistooisyonkers@ Constitution of the United States. The specific aol.com and follow him on Twitter @ericyo- words in the Constitution were the basis of his nkers. Catch the Westchester Rising Radio decisions and dissents in three decades of his Show featuring Dan Murphy and Eric Schoen Priscilla would be a lovely addition to your family. service on the court. on Thursdays at 10 a.m. on WVOX 1460 on the You learned in grade school that Article A.M. dial or on the Internet at wvox.com and The Yonkers Animal Shelter has many pets still a bit nervous and can be startled by loud II, Section II of the Constitution states that the click on “listen live.” available for adoption. noises. Priscilla is just about 10 months old and She loves to play ball and is learning some weighs between 40 and 45 pounds. She arrived basic commands. at the shelter as a stray six weeks ago when she Visit Priscilla at the Yonkers Animal Shel- was found tied up at a train station. She’s not ter, 1000 Ridge Hill Blvd., between 11 a.m. and 4 only very pretty, she’s very nice. She likes dogs p.m. daily. For more information, call 914-377- Do you remember of all sizes, as well as cats, and would do best 6730 during business hours or 201-981-3215 at with children age 10 and older, because she is any time, or email [email protected]. ANGELA DOLAN? Mary Angela Dolan was born in County Fermanagh, Ireland, in 1918. She emigrated to Yonkers in 1949 and may have worked at O’Dare’s restaurant on 602 Central Park Avenue. If you have any recollections or photos of Angela, please contact Zoe McCaw at zmccaw01@qub. ac.uk or 31 Colenso Court, 2-18 Colenso Parade, Belfast BT9 5BB, N. Ireland.

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Send your letters and opinions to us at [email protected] PAGE 4 - Yonkers rising - Friday, February 19, 2016 The Zika Virus: What Yonkers Student is You Need to Know Named Watermark Kid Dr. Peter Berkey, chief of infectious disease infected Aedes specifies mosquito. Zika is not Riverside High School at St. John’s Riverside Hospital, will present an currently found in the U.S., although the mos- senior Bryan Diaz received information session on the Zika virus to address quitos that carry Zika are found in some areas of a happy surprise last month concerns in the community Tuesday, Feb. 23, at North America. when representatives of 7 p.m. at St. Johns Riverside Hospital, Andrus Because the mosquitos that spread Zika vi- Watermark for Kids from Pavilion, 967 N. Broadway, Yonkers. rus are found in the tropics, outbreaks will likely The Fountains at RiverVue The Center for Disease Control has released continue, and there is no vaccine or medicine for presented him with a laptop information about what we currently know, and Zika. computer. don’t know, about the Zika virus. Doctors and researchers do not yet know Diaz’ guidance coun- Zika can be spread from a mother to her fe- how likely it is those who travel to an affected selor, Scott Silverman, had tus during pregnancy, and infection during preg- area and are bitten by a mosquito will contract applied to Watermark for nancies may be linked to birth defects in babies. Zika, or how likely it is that an infected person’s Kids on Diaz’ behalf, know- The virus is also spread mostly by the bite of an fetus will have birth defects. ing that the college-bound student would benefit from having a laptop of his own. Watermark for Kids ap- proved the application, and Help Shape the Future of the just like that, Diaz became Westchester County’s new- est Watermark Kid. Diaz, Yonkers Public Library along with his mother and brother, were all sum- The Yonkers Public Library is planning for life in Yonkers, providing people with the infor- moned to the counselor’s the future and needs the public’s help. How do mation they need in safe and welcoming spaces,” office, where Christine Naz- you use the library? What services and resources said Ed Falcone, the system’s newly-appointed zaro and Stephanie Walters would you like the library to provide in coming library director. “This community conversation presented the laptop. years? invites everyone who benefits from the library “He couldn’t believe Library patrons can participate by filling to join us in thinking about its future directions.” it,” said Nazzaro. “His mom out our brief survey at www.tellypl.org (you Nancy Maron, president of the Board of was crying and the counsel- might win an iPad mini!), or attending a town Trustees, added: “2016 is going to be a banner or was even a bit teary eyed. hall-style meeting at one of its three branches: year for YPL, with major initiatives like Riv- It was a very emotional Riverside High School student Bryan Diaz with guidance coun- Crestwood Branch, 17 Thompson St., on Tues- erfront’s Tech Central launching. This is a per- meeting.” selor Scott Silverman, and his new laptop. day, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m.; Riverfront Library, One fect moment to step back and collectively set a Watermark for Kids is Larkin Center, on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m.; course, so that YPL can continue to delight its a national non-profit orga- or Grinton I. Will Branch, 1500 Central Park patrons for years to come.” nization whose mission is in preparation for college and completed his Ave., on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Deputy Di- to help deserving local kids thrive. Funds are first college course last summer, scoring an “A” “The YPL has long been a cornerstone of rector Susan Thaler at 914-375-7953. raised through payroll deductions, bake sales in the class. and other fundraising projects spearheaded by While Diaz’ transcript speaks for itself, Sil- residents and associates of 37 Watermark retire- verman wrote, “What his transcript does not re- ment communities nationwide, including The flect is his character, work ethic and determina- Fountains at RiverVue in Tuckahoe. In return, tion. He is grateful for every day in the United Watermark Kids are asked to “pay it forward” by States and the opportunities he has here. He is Purchase Marks Black History mentoring others and sharing something about the American dream.” their experience with their host community. His guidance counselor for three years, Month With New Dance Work For example, on Feb. 21, Tiana Concep- Silverman is also working to help Diaz secure cion, a senior at Our Lady of Good Counsel and scholarships for college. SUNY Purchase College will celebrate the music of the African-American experience. previously named Watermark Kid, is returning “He will be a part of building our future Black History on Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. with “Lift The event will also include members of to present a singing performance for residents. (literally) as an aspiring engineer,” said Silver- Every Voice,” a special evening featuring ar- the Purchase Repertory Theatre in a scene Watermark for Kids awarded Concepcion with man. “He tries to immerse himself in all things tistic and academic presentations honoring from Baldwin’s monumental work about Em- singing lessons last year and this will be her sec- engineering at Riverside, including participat- the contributions of such influential figures as mett Till, “Blues for Mister Charlie,” directed ond returning back to perform. She also visits ing in our award-winning robotics team.” James Baldwin and James Weldon Johnson. by Professor I. Dean Irby. Art history professor with residents at the community every Monday From his excitement over receiving the lap- The free event will take place at the PepsiCo Genevieve Hyacinthe will offer remarks about as a volunteer. top, it’s easy to see that Diaz will put it to good Theatre at The Performing Arts Center. A pub- recent events including the Black Lives Mat- Silverman decided to apply to Watermark use toward building his own bright future, too. lic reception will follow. ter movement, in light of past historical and for Kids on Diaz’ behalf upon reading a letter “Our residents and co-workers get as much The culmination of the evening will be cultural precedents. sent to his school by the organization, asking for out of these interactions as the students do,” the premiere of “The Creation,” a new dance A photography exhibit by student Joy- their assistance in identifying a kid with dreams said David Goldsmith, executive director for work based on the Johnson poem of the same Marie Thompson honoring the legacy of Af- who may need financial help fulfilling them. The Fountains at RiverVue. “We find it very name, choreographed for the Purchase Dance rican-American dancers will be on display, as Silverman described a boy who came to heartwarming to be able to give back to deserv- Company by professor Kevin Wynn. The per- well. this country without speaking a word of Eng- ing youth in our community in this way.” formance features live music composed by “By creating new work and calling atten- lish and is now ranked third out of 222 seniors For more information, visit www.water- professor Pete Malinverni for the Soul Voices tion to often-ignored moments of our shared at Riverside. He has taken seven honors courses markcommunities.com/rivervue. choir. Comprised of 70 students from a wide history, Purchase honors the past while em- range of backgrounds and majors, the ensem- bracing the future,” said Dean of the School of ble is dedicated to exploring and celebrating the Arts Ravi Rajan. 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This massive profit is a “I think gaming has many benefits, espe- direct result of the increased consumption of cially when it comes to being a part of a team,” video games in the past 20 years, particularly said Cumberbatch. “The bonds that I have made by young men. in school have strengthened when it has come Love them or hate them, video games seem to interacting with friends online through video to be here to stay. games. When comparing it to other activities There are many arguments against video like sports, the benefits are very similar: pride in games. Many believe the excessive violence our achievements, camaraderie with our team- in some games makes young people desensi- mates, (and) general appreciation of growing tized to violence in the real world, and in some skill. The great thing with gaming is that you cases can cause violent tendencies in those who can get some of the same feelings as a sport, play. Others believe that because playing video without some of the hassle that playing a sport games requires one to sit and have their eyes entails. The excitement from winning a game of glued to a screen for hours on end, it is creating League is great. I can’t describe how good it is Actor, comedian and Yonkers resident Jef- Yonkers Congressman and Mayor Norton a generation of lazy and unproductive people. to make a comeback after being so far behind ferson De Angelis Otis While studies have been done to both sup- and seeing the victory screen.” port and deny these claims, one fact remains He shares these sentiments with his seven true: Young people love video games. And for teammates: Naseer Jackson, Oscar Oh, Imari By Mary Hoar Palisade Avenue, a rather large raccoon gave many young gamers, video games are the fur- Powe, Jorge Cubias, Edgardo Alvaro, Kathleen President Emerita, Yonkers Historical two SPCA agents a very hard time. Although thest thing from a waste of time. Mallari and Christo Vairamon. These players Society Charles Smith and Frank Perna tried several Jeremy Cumberbatch is a Yonkers High all have aspirations outside of gaming and the Monday, Feb. 22 different approaches, the raccoon kept slip- School senior and captain of a competitive video game industry. Feb. 22, 1940: According to School Su- ping its snare noose from its head and refused video game team. He and his team compete in Naseer said he hopes to go into film, perintendent William Ankenbrand, every em- to be “rescued.” After all efforts failed, the League of Legends tournaments and he said he Christo into biotechnology, and Jeremy into ployee of the school system – except one – raccoon ran down the tree he was perched in feels his participation in these tournaments is a politics – and yet video games continue to be signed a 15 percent salary contribution waiver. on Locust Hill Avenue, and ran off to join his rewarding use of his time. To compete in these an important of their lives. This is perhaps the Feb. 22, 1940: Chairman Louis Haas an- family. tournaments, the team must put in several hours biggest argument for video games: They do not nounced that the local branch of the Commu- Friday, Feb. 26 of practice every week in order to face the other create lazy individuals, but provide an outlet for nist Party endorsed the candidacy of Yonkers Feb. 26, 1906: Warburton Avenue resi- teams of gamers coming from around the dis- creativity and healthy competition. Some play resident Earl Browder for the presidency of dents appealed to the Yonkers Police Depart- trict, county and east coast of the United States. fantasy football, while others play online battle the United States. He said Browder should be ment to curb the racing of automobiles down Regional competitions are just the start. arena, real-time strategy video games. the nominee because he represented workers, the avenue at speeds from 28 to 30 miles an farmers and oppressed peoples of our country. hour. Complainers reported that pedestrians Tuesday, Feb. 23 in the neighborhood were left “in a continual Feb. 23, 1915: Yonkers comedian Jeffer- cloud of dust.” son De Angelis had the leading role in the pro- Feb. 26, 1925: Father Edmund Walsh, Sister to Sister Kicks Off duction of “Florodora,” opening in the West- S.J., vice president of Georgetown University, chester Theater in Mount Vernon. spoke on “Soviet Russia” at Philipsburgh Hall. Feb. 24, 1918: Saunders Trade School Fr. Walsh, a member of the Lecture League Black History Month received a letter from “somewhere in France” of Yonkers, is best known for founding the Westchester-based Sister to Sister Inter- $15 for students age 25 and under. There is also thanking them for the hospital supplies made Georgetown University School of Foreign national, Inc., will host a kick-off membership a special mother-daughter membership offer for by the students of the school. Service in 1919. Throughout his life he used meeting in honor of Black History Month on $60. Feb. 23, 1918: A service flag containing his diplomatic skills both for the U.S. govern- Saturday, Feb. 27 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Founded in 1994, Sister to Sister Interna- 268 stars, one for each man of St. Joseph’s ment and the Vatican, with his highest profile at the Yonkers Riverfront Library, One Larkin tional, Inc., is a non-profit, non-governmental Parish engaged in national war service, was assignment being a consultant to the U.S. chief Plaza. organization that links women and girls of Af- unfurled at St. Joseph’s Hall. Mayor Lennon, of counsel at the Nuremberg Trials. A vigorous There, members and guests will hear about rican descent globally to the resources that con- Judge Bleakley, Corporation Counsel Walsh anti-Communist, he allegedly was the person STSI’s recent and planned 2016 activities; par- nect, advance and strengthens them. This is done and the Rev. Charles Reid spoke. who suggested Sen. McCarthy use the issue to ticipate in a fun and informative “black facts” through advocacy, education and the promotion Wednesday, Feb. 24 gain prominence. contest with a chance to win prizes; hear from of African culture. Developing healthy lifestyles Feb. 24, 1900: Mrs. Oscar Hauptner, Saturday, Feb. 27 new author “Whispers of Love” featuring Miss is a cornerstone of the organization. wife of Foreman Hauptner of Lowerre Hose Feb. 27, 1906: Attorneys for Susan Col- Akia; hear from science, technology, engineer- STSI holds special consultative status to the Company, was presented with a beautiful gold gate of Yonkers, defendant in a suit brought by ing and math students and learn about the STEM United Nations Economic and Social Council, is medal, set with diamonds and rubies, by mem- the New York Central Railroad Company to Academy and scholarships; hear about the re-or- affiliated with the Department of Public- Infor bers of the hose as a “thank you” for her artis- condemn her north Yonkers property, asserted ganization, new committees and how you can get mation, and collaborates with the World Health tic work in decorating the hose carriage for the that the corporate existence of the company involved; meet and greet new board members; Organization on health campaigns. Firemen’s Convention Parade a few months had expired since it was incorporated in 1846 and more. RSVP by calling 914-207-0368 or e-mail- earlier. for 50 years and no long legally existed. The “Networking is a hallmark of STSI, so you ing [email protected] by Wednesday, Feb. 24. Feb. 24, 1905: The funeral was held for railroad wanted her property for line improve- never know who you might meet at an STSI STSI is a membership organization guided Congressman Norton P. Otis. The son of Eli- ments. meeting,” said founder Cheryl Brannan. “We by a Board of Directors, with Germaine Scott sha Otis, he worked in the family business, Feb. 27, 1926: After sending four men to always welcome new people, talent and ideas.” and Dr. Natalie Ragland as co-chairpersons. served as mayor of Yonkers and was the As- Eastview for intoxication, City Judge Boote The event is free and light refreshments will STSI is headquartered in Yonkers and can be sembly member for Westchester’s First Dis- announced he intended to stamp drunkenness be served. STSI membership dues are $50 for in- visited online at www.s2si.org, or on Facebook trict. He was elected to represent New York’s out in Yonkers, and would send anyone arrest- dividuals, $30 for seniors age 65 and older, and and Twitter @stsionthemove. 19th Congressional District in 1903, and ed on the charge to jail. Apparently, arrests for served until his death less than two years later. public inebriation in Yonkers were averaging Representing Congress at the funeral 50 people a month. were four U.S. senators and 10 representa- Sunday, Feb. 28 tives. Approximately 100 officers, directors Feb. 28, 1908: Commander Robert Peary, Women’s History Program and department heads of the Otis Elevator USN North Pole explorer, addressed the Company marched to the church. Mayor John YMCA at Library Hall on the topic of “Near- Andrus was a pallbearer, as was Otis President est the North Pole.” He spoke about the hard- At Sarah Lawrence College William Baldwin and Vice President A.G. ships, dangers and conditions existing in the The graduate program in women’s and a member of the history faculty at Barnard Col- Mills. Most of the Common Council, five Polar Regions. gender history at Sarah Lawrence College will lege and author of “Welfare Warriors: The Wel- former mayors, Board of Education trustees, Feb. 28, 1928: Yonkers native Lillian Ey- present the 18th annual conference on women’s fare Rights Movement in the United States” and and heads of all the departments of the City of lers was named queen of the Shreveport Mardi history, “On The Move! Working Women and “Domestic Workers Unite! Household Workers’ Yonkers attended. Gras at the Queen’s Coronation Dance, held at the Struggle for Social Justice,” on Friday and Organizations.” Thursday, Feb. 25 the New Washington Hotel. Saturday, March 4 and 5, at the Heimbold Visual For more information, visit www.sarahlaw- Feb. 25, 1929: Ground for the new For more information on the Yonkers Arts Center at SLC, 1 Mead Way, Bronxville. rence.edu, email collegeevents@sarahlawrence. $900,000 Longfellow Junior High School was Historical Society, Sherwood House and up- The program will feature Premilla Nadasen, edu or call 914-395-2412. broken and excavation started immediately. coming events, visit www.facebook.com/Yon- Richard Edie Jr., president of the Board of kersHistoricalSociety or LinkedIn and Twitter Education, dug the first shovelful of earth. @YonkersHistoric. For information on mem- Feb. 25, 1954: Evicted from its home bership in YHS, call 914-961-8940 or email on the site of the new Schlobohm Houses on [email protected].

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Bid 6021 - Opening date 3/23/2016: Contract for pest control city-wide. Buyer: SR St. Joseph’s A dietician and nutritionist are on staff to Bid 6017 - Opening date 3/30/2016: Government Center Garage Repairs – 2016. Continued from Page 1 help diabetes patients manage their illness ef- Buyer: AS fectively upfront with diet and exercise. They Bid 6019 - Opening date 3/30/2016: Alignment and Condition Monitoring of the Wa- Broadway, just a few short blocks north of the work actively with asthma patients to create ter Bureau’s 11 split case electric powered centrifugal high service pumps/motors. primary campus, the Family Health Center proactive medication plans, as opposed to re- Buyer: AS was founded thanks to the generosity of the active ones, and identify and manage asthma- Thomas and Agnes Carvel Foundation. related secondary conditions before they be- #1433 02/19/2016 Today, as an extension of Saint Joseph’s, come more serious. the Family Health Center offers a wide range Continuity of Care of outpatient and preventative health care In everything the Family Health Center to not just Yonkersites, but also people from does, continuity of care is an important goal. nearby New Rochelle and Mount Vernon, For starters, all records are kept electronically as well as other areas of Westchester and the so that a patient’s health history is easy to fol- Bronx. low. Over the course of multiple visits, the The Family Health Center is an ambula- center strives to ensure that patients see the tory care center that provides health care to same doctors whenever possible. people of all ages, “from birth to earth,” noted Uniquely, the relationship and physical Dr. Craig Orvieto, a physician who practices closeness of the Family Health Center to Saint osteopathic family medicine there. Joseph’s Medical Center’s primary campus al- The Family Health Center has gained lows doctors and other caretakers to remain distinction for the “whole person care” it de- with the patients. At the Family Health Cen- livers, and by coordinating all the patient’s ter, a referral to the main hospital does not needs, and by providing prenatal care through mean a change of doctors. The doctors that geriatrics with emphasis on combating hyper- know your health history are with you every tension, diabetes and asthma, as well as other step of the way, bringing the concept of conti- routine medical care. nuity of care to a whole new level. Serving a Community Medicine in Modern Day Being a primary care clinic, the services The fact of life in today’s times is that offered at the Family Health Center are exten- patients are busy. They don’t always have the sive, running the gamut from annual physicals time to research their illnesses, like asthma to concerted community health efforts aimed and diabetes, or see the doctor as often as at particular illnesses. they’d like. Consequently, they have gaps in Standard annual physicals for individu- both their knowledge and their health care. als and families are offered here, as are special This is something the Family Health Center physicals as required by camps and schools, strives to fix. as well as work-related physicals. Blood and The primary goal of the Family Health urine can be taken for on-site lab work, and all Center and its extensive staff – comprised of standard vaccinations and inoculations can be eight faculty attending physicians, 30 resident given at the center. physicians, specialists, nurses, nursing assis- Some preventative imaging and pro- tants, and patient care representatives – is to cedures, including mammograms and pap reach out to members of the community and smears, can be performed at the Family educate them about the importance of their Health Center. Other imaging procedures – health. such as X-rays, CAT scans and MRIs – can The Family Health Center is open six days be ordered at the Family Health Center, but a week, Monday to Saturday, with later hours patients have to take a short walk to the main Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. It takes campus to have them performed. appointments and accommodates walk-ins The Family Health Center also puts a lot alike. Most private insurances are accepted, as of effort into the treatment of, and education are Medicare and Medicaid. Should a patient about diabetes and asthma, and the center is lack these, they will not be turned away, as the even a member of the Hudson Valley Asthma Family Health Center is happy to work out a Coalition. Doctors say diabetes and asthma payment plan. are considerable health concerns throughout To learn more about the Family Health the community, yet many people have knowl- Center, call 914-375-3200. To learn more edge gaps about them. about Saint Joseph’s Medical Center, or any of To counter these issues and help spread Saint Joseph’s other off-site facilities, call 914- information about them, the center follows 378-7000 or visit www.SaintJosephs.org. Friday, February 19, 2016 - Yonkers Rising - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care Broadway Music to Fill Stay Safe & Warm Grinton Will Library During Extreme Cold With an arctic cold front recently hitting hands, memory loss, slurred speech and drowsi- the area, the Westchester County Department of ness. In infants, look for bright red, cold skin and Health reminds residents to check in on elderly or low energy. If you notice any of these signs, take disabled relatives, neighbors and friends, to take the person’s temperature. If it is below 95 degrees, precautions against hypothermia and frostbite, seek medical attention immediately. and to take care when heating their homes using Victims of hypothermia are often elderly alternate heating sources. people with inadequate food, clothing or heating, “If you have elderly or ailing neighbors who babies sleeping in cold bedrooms and people who live alone, please check on them,” said Westchester remain outdoors for long periods, as well as alco- County Executive Robert Astorino. “During this hol and drug abusers. bitter cold weather, everyone should be very cau- Frostbite is an injury that causes a loss of feel- tious when traveling outdoors. Wear lots of layers ing and color and most often affects the nose, ears, while outside and do not leave skin exposed.” cheeks, chin, fingers or toes. It can cause perma- If a safe temperature cannot be maintained nent damage. The risk for frostbite is increased in inside your home, make temporary arrangements people with reduced blood circulation and among to stay elsewhere. Libraries, municipal buildings people who are not dressed properly for extremely and malls are good places to warm up. If you’re cold temperatures. seeking shelter, contact the Department of Social To avoid hypothermia and frostbite – and to Services’ Emergency Services at 914-995-2099. be ready for an emergency, dress warmly in lay- “With the extreme cold expected this week- ers, be aware of the wind chill factor, work slowly end, be sure to dress yourself and your children when doing outside chores, take a buddy and an appropriately in layers, and when driving, keep emergency kit when you are participating in out- blankets in your car in case of a breakdown,” said door recreation, and carry a cell phone. Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler. “If you Astorino said the county’s departments of Jean and Bill McClelland do spend time outdoors, be mindful of the ex- emergency services and health department offer a treme cold and take frequent breaks to warm up broad range of practical advice to help residents “Side By Side-Oscar Hammerstein II and by Oscar Hammerstein and Stephen Sondheim inside. Know and recognize the signs of frostbite prepare for a major winter storm and stay safe Stephen Sondheim,” a musical celebrating these from some of their greatest shows – take a trip and hypothermia.” when one occurs. two Broadway geniuses that features Jean and Bill on a musical journey through the work of these Hypothermia occurs when a body exposed to For more information, including safety tips McClelland on vocals and piano, will be presented supreme innovators of the American musical the- cold begins to lose heat faster than it can be pro- for alternative heating sources, visit http://keep- Sunday, Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. (snow date is Feb. 28) at ater. duced. Warning signs of hypothermia in adults in- ingsafe.westchestergov.com and www.westches- the Yonkers Public Library, Grinton Will Library, Broadway performers Jean and Bill McClel- clude shivering, exhaustion, confusion, fumbling tergov.com/health. 1500 Central Park Ave. This program is sponsored land have presented hundreds of concerts across by Friends of the Yonkers Public Library, and ad- the country and are acclaimed for the vitality mission is free of charge, with no tickets are re- and artistry they bring to the music and lyrics of tion in the landmark application. “At this specific quired. Seating will be in the 325-capacity audito- America’s greatest composers. Proposed Colonial time, the community is concerned that recent rium at the library. For more information or directions, call the Continued from Page 1 changes in ownership may result in permanent In “Side by Side,” Jean and Bill perform songs library at 914-337-1500. and significant modification of exterior architec- the findings, and either approve or reject a re- tural features, and/or development of the prop- quest to landmark the property. erty beyond those currently permitted.” If the property is made a historic landmark, Usually, a landmark request must be “sig- it severely restricts what changes can be made to nificant for architectural reasons, associated with College Receives Grant the property, and could stop the mosque from historic events or historic persons or be the work being built. of a master.” A plan by the owners to create additional Most of the Islamic Center’s founding mem- To Study Chronic Fatigue parking at the location was rejected by the Build- bers live in Yonkers. In addition to St. John’s, two ing Department last year. The owners have not other churches are in the neighborhood, includ- Congresswoman Nita Lowey, the ranking standing, otherwise known as orthostatic intol- submitted a revised application, perhaps waiting ing St. Gregorios Orthodox Church of Westches- member on the House Appropriations Commit- erance, which is often accompanied by either ex- a decision from the Landmarks Board. ter and the Virgin Mary Antiochian Orthodox tee, last week announced that two National Insti- cessive heart rate or a fall in blood pressure and Houses of worship are permitted in this Church. tutes of Health grants totaling $502,939 have been fainting. Intravenous fluids can alleviate these residential neighborhood, and St. John’s Episco- Several steps need to occur before any fi- awarded to New York Medical College to study symptoms but are difficult to administer, and oral pal Church is located across the street from the nal decision will be made. After the Landmarks Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and how common fluids fail to provide the same benefit. property. Members of the Islamic Center have Board’s decision, and the council vote, support- streptococcus bacterium causes severe illness. NYMC will test the effectiveness of an oral had discussions with neighbors and with St. ers or opponents to the ruling may file lawsuits. “The National Institutes of Health contribute rehydration solution to reverse these symptoms. John’s Church, but opposition to the mosque still The Islamic Center could argue that the property approximately $2 billion to the New York econ- “We are looking forward to finding a simple exists. was purchased before the landmarking ruling omy each year, enabling local medical research and safe way to help patients with Chronic Fatigue The stately home was built in 1908. and that their constitutional rights are being vio- companies to study groundbreaking medicines Syndrome minimize some of their symptoms and “The community’s objective is to maintain lated. Opponents of the mosque could also file and treatments,” said Lowey. “I’m pleased New improve their quality of life,” said Dr. Marvin Me- the exterior architectural features of a building suit if landmarking is rejected. York Medical College will use these federal in- dow, professor of pediatrics and associate director which has remained largely unaltered for over The Landmarks Board will meet March 2, in vestments to conduct important research that will of The Center for Hypotension at NYMC. a century,” writes the Colonial Heights Associa- one of its most anticipated recent meetings. improve the lives of those suffering from Chronic The second grant – $256,939 from the Na- Fatigue Syndrome and provide better under- tional Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseas- standing of how streptococcus bacterium causes es – will allow NYMC to explore how common diseases such as strep throat. streptococcus bacterium manifests into serious “Funding for NIH has nearly tripled since I illness. Group A Streptococcus is a bacterium that joined the House Appropriations subcommittee causes more than 700 million infections each year that funds medical research, and I will continue worldwide, from relatively mild illnesses, such as fighting for federal investments that fuel this re- strep throat, to severe and life-threatening diseas- th gional engine for growth,” she added. es, such as rheumatic fever. Celebrating our 125 Anniversary The first grant – $246,000 from the National Knowledge of the biology of organisms will Spanish and Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke – facilitate a better understanding of the disease Arabic speaking will allow NYMC to study Chronic Fatigue Syn- processes and aid in better diagnostics, clinical providers are drome in adolescents and young adults. NYMC management and vaccine development. available and others have shown that many younger pa- Lowey fought to include a $2 billion increase tients with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic in NIH funding in the December 2015 year-end Fatigue Syndrome cannot tolerate prolonged omnibus government spending bill.

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‘I’m an Italian from Queens’ He Would Say By Dan Murphy prove the budget for the Visitor’s Bureau every It is very rare that I evoke the name of Ralph year, were shocked to learn of Libby’s extra in- As Americans mourned the loss of Supreme Martinelli Sr., former publisher of these newspa- come. Court Justice Antonin Scalia, who died last week pers before they were “The existence of at the age of 79, there was only brief mention of known as Rising Media the shadow tourism cor- his New York roots and proud Italian-American Group. Martinelli, the poration formed with- heritage. outspoken and bombas- ‘Libby was making out the knowledge and Presidential candidate Sen. Ted Cruz has criti- tic owner of Martinelli $120,000. We have consent of the County cized what he has called “New York values” and Newspapers, ran his Legislature raises trou- how they don’t coincide with American values. weekly chain of papers people in county gov- bling concerns that bear But Justice Scalia’s ascent to become the stron- for decades up until his ernment working very a thorough and indepen- gest and most important voice of the Conservative death in 2004. dent investigation of the movement from the U.S. Supreme Court as a na- Martinelli was a hard for $45,000 or allegations contained in tive New Yorker belies Cruz’ statements. conservative Repub- $50,000. It sends a the Wilson article by the Scalia’s upbringing and future successes is an lican and styled his (state) Attorney Gener- example of what growing up in New York City was newspapers around his bad message about al’s Office,” said County all about, and what it still is. Scalia symbolized the political beliefs. He government.’ Putnam Legislator Dini LoBue. American dream and how that dream was built in supported mostly Re- Fellow Legislator the melting pot of New York City. publican candidates in County Legislator Roger Gross has called His New York and Mediterranean roots – Westchester, but also Roger Gross for her resignation. “I’m an Italian from Queens” he was fond of say- a few Democrats who “The Legislature ing – helped fashion a love of words and debate, took pride in his sup- was not aware of the combining street smarts with a well-calculated port, including State dual stream of salary,” Conservative view of the law and its limits on so- Sen. George Latimer. he said. “Libby was making $120,000. We have The late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin ciety. Scalia in his Xavier High School photo. In 1994, Martinelli and many Westchester and people in county government working very hard Scalia grew up in Queens and went to Jesuit- New York voters had grown tired of Gov. Mario for $45,000 or $50,000. It sends a bad message run Xavier High School, the Jesuit military high New York City?” he asked the crowd in Nashville Cuomo, who had served three terms and after 12 about government.” school, in Manhattan on a scholarship. He graduat- during a 2006 address to the National Wild Turkey years was seeking a fourth term. A little-known “I hope the Attorney General recovers the ed first in his class and never forgot where he came Federation. state senator from northern Westchester was nomi- taxpayer funds that don’t belong in Libby Pataki’s from. His interactions with youthful court clerks His appointment by President Ronald Reagan nated by the state GOP to take on the great Gov. pocket,” added Ken Harper of Patterson, Putnam were said to be friendly but loud, with lots of hand in 1986 to the highest court in the land made Sca- Mario. His name was George Pataki. County Democratic Committee chairman, who gestures and New Yawk expressions. lia the first Italian-American on the U.S. Supreme Martinelli and his newspapers embraced the called for the investigation. “These aren’t legiti- His best friend on the Supreme Court was Jus- Court. Little would Reagan or the Conservatives Pataki campaign and cheered when he scored the mate nonprofit corporations. Somebody got a little tice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, another New Yorker and who recommended his appointment know how he upset over Cuomo. But soon the honeymoon was greedy. You can’t just set up a 501(c)3 tax-exempt one of the court’s most liberal jurists. Scalia called would become the voice of American conservatism over, and many of the Conservative-Republican organization and run a personal check-writing ser- Ginsberg his “best buddy” on the court. for 30 years and four decades. ideals that Pataki ran on were put to the side in vice from it.” His family moved to Elmhurst when he was 6, Scalia was a Conservative icon who trans- favor of Albany politics, and seeking re-election. Libby’s entry onto the Putnam County pay- during World War II, into a small brick rowhouse formed the court by instilling in it his belief that A few chosen Pataki insiders closed the door roll started immediately after Putnam County Ex- with a small front yard on a narrow elbow of a judges should follow the precise words of the Con- around the governor, and many who had helped ecutive Mary Ellen Odell was elected in 2011 and street called O’Connell Court. It is hard to know stitution and not apply a modern interpretation. and supported him from Westchester were left took office in 2012. At that time, Valerie Hickman, what the neighborhood was really like, as any Conservative legal scholars point to growing out. As Martinelli began to write about, and object the widow of Supreme Court Judge Barrett Hick- childhood viewed through the lens of later years up to Justice Scalia, and how he inspired them to to, the treatment of many including himself from man, had been the Putnam tourism director for 16 tends to take on a rosy hue. But in 2008, Scalia pursue a career in the law. He was the example Westchester who Pataki had forgotten, the feud years. described it as “a really mishmash sort of a New of how to be a Conservative intellectual in a so- turned into a war between Martinelli and Pataki’s A sudden addition to Odell’s campaign ap- York – a New York cosmopolitan neighborhood.” ciety that tilts to the left. “Indeed, there are few inner circle. pearances and fundraisers was former Gov. Pataki, In a 2013 article, he described his grade professional Conservatives, period – academics or Republican friends of Martinelli were forced and the Patakis held a fundraiser for Odell at their school, Public School 13, where he got straight As. think-tankers or even newspaper columnists – who to take sides against him, and Ralph escalated the Garrison home. “There are no blacks in the class, and there have not been influenced in some sense by Scalia’s war in his papers with his ink. There was no hap- Hickman claimed before her death that she really weren’t any in our neighborhood, but other words, his writing, his mind,” wrote Ross Douthat py ending here, with Ralph continuing to run his was pushed into retirement, and that if she didn’t than that it was, my goodness, polyglot: There in a recent op-ed for the New York Times. newspapers, and punished as an outsider until his step aside her “life would be made a living hell.” were Greeks – there were Irish, German, Jewish Even the Times and the ideological foes of death. The nonprofit Putnam Tourism Corp. founda- and Italian,” he said. “It was the face of New York Scalia had kind word in his memory, and the “lib- The Patakis, as we all know, rode to three tion was reportedly formed in May of 2012 with City.” eral media” gave him a sendoff fit for a king – a terms in the governor’s mansion, but with little then-Philipstown Councilwoman Barbara Scucci- Unlike some other conservatives (for in- king of Conservative ideas. “While I disagreed in achievements to show for it… except for those marra and Wilson Kimball, who chaired the Visi- stance, Ted Cruz), Justice Scalia understood the with him on so many issues, Justice Scalia was a on the inside who were given sweetheart jobs tor’s Bureau Board of Directors. Scuccimarra, now things that made his hometown great – like that brilliant man with a probing mind,” said U.S. Sen. throughout state government, right up until today. serves on the County Legislature, and Kimball one time his high school band went to march in a Charles Schumer, D-N.Y. “He was a great son of At the end of Pataki’s third term in 2006, now serves as the Yonkers commissioner of Plan- parade in Washington. Queens with a genuine joy for life.” there was a feeling among most that there was too ning and Development. “These people just stood there and looked at Regardless of what side of the political dia- much a focus on secrecy in the governor’s office, Scuccimarra’s possible conflict of interest us,” he told the CBS News program “60 Minutes” logue you sat on, Justice Scalia made you think and a stonewalling of the press… Or the cover-ups was reported on in the Putnam County Times/ in 2008. “You know, in New York, people say: about the issues before this country and made you concerning the improper use of the State Police to Press, which stated: “Scuccimarra has also served ‘Hey, play something for us, you know? You bums, react, in support or in opposition. have intervened in an independent investigation of as treasurer on the Visitor’s Bureau since 2012. why don’t you play something?’ They were… they Religious groups also spoke fondly of Scalia, the governor’s campaign staff. Or embarrassing This may ruffle feathers because, as reported, in were alive, they were confrontational.” and his belief that the founders had not intended stories, or arrests, of Pataki’s inner circle. Or the Scuccimarra’s capacity as a county legislator she Confrontation was, for Justice Scalia, a mark the First Amendment to exclude religion from book deals or six-figure jobs for the Pataki inner has voted in favor of the county funding the non- of pride. Like his home borough, he embraced the the public square. In his dissenting opinion from circle and family. profit (for which she serves as treasurer). A rela- blue collar and the idea of a melting pot of hard- Board of Ed. of Kiryas Joel v. Grumet (1994), Sca- That included in 2003, First Lady Libby Pata- tionship she did not disclose.” working immigrants. His father was an Italian lia wrote: ki earning $339,293 as a consultant. Also in 2003, An email from the Putnam Visitor’s Bureau immigrant, but he spoke no Italian or Sicilian. He “The court today finds that the Powers That Libby dropped her plans to profit from a children’s points out that the foundation is funded by private used words like “bums.” He had a habit of refer- Be, up in Albany, and have conspired to effect book after the NY Post reported that she called a dollars, and not tax dollars. “The Putnam Tourism ring to “Joe Six-Pack” in the law classes he once an establishment of the Satmar Hasidim. I do not wealthy potential customer to urge the purchase Corp. was never in possession of a single taxpayer taught, before “Joe Six-Pack” became some kind know who would be more surprised at this discov- of more than 100 of the $16.95 books because dollar, and operated completely separately from of American Everyman. ery: the founders of our nation or Grand Rebbe “George and I really need the money.” the Visitor’s Bureau. Never did Visitor’s Bureau He liked the subway and how it could shape Joel Teitelbaum, founder of the Satmar. The Grand Now, 12 years later, and 10 years after the Pa- funds end up supporting the Tourism Corp., but a New Yorker, even if he sometimes resorted to Rebbe would be astounded to learn that after es- takis left the governor’s mansion, Libby and the many times, privately-raised Tourism Corp. funds cliché. caping brutal persecution and coming to America Pataki name are in deep trouble following a series were used to supplement the Visitor’s Bureau,” “You had the subway; the world was your with the modest hope of religious toleration for of stories by Journal News reporter David McKay states the release. oyster,” he wrote in a 2013 article for New York their ascetic form of Judaism, the Satmar had be- Wilson found that Libby was allegedly double-dip- The tourism foundation received its biggest magazine about his New York childhood. “There come so powerful, so closely allied with Mam- ping in her role as director of tourism in Putnam contribution from the Lauder Foundation, in the was just enough responsibility that was put on mon, as to have become an establishment of the County, and also by collecting another salary from amount of $50,000. Ironically, Libby Pataki earned young people that any New Yorker would acquire Empire State. And the Founding Fathers would be a nonprofit she formed. $80,000 in 2003 from Lauder while First Lady. a certain cockiness.” astonished to find that the Establishment Clause – Good work if you can get it. “These two organizations pass neither a num- Like Queens, Scalia had his classy parts. He which they designed to insure that no one power- Libby Pataki receives a $70,000 annual sal- ber of statutory requirements nor the smell test,” studied Latin and Greek in high school and won ful sect or combination of sects could use political ary from the Putnam County Visitors’ Bureau – said James Fishman, professor emeritus at Pace the lead in the school’s production of “Macbeth.” or governmental power to punish dissenters – has which receives state and county funding – and Law School in White Plains. “It doesn’t sound ap- He could play the piano and sing in a velvet tenor, been employed to prohibit characteristically and $50,000 a year from the Putnam Tourism Corp. propriate. And why the need for two organizations songs from the 1940s and 1950s, or show tunes admirably American accommodation of the reli- Libby also signed all of the checks for both or- except to buff up the salary of the executive direc- from “Guys and Dolls.” gious practices (or more precisely, cultural pecu- ganizations. tor?” He once referred to having a misspent youth liarities) of a tiny minority sect. I, however, am not The Tourism Corp.’s IRS report from 2014 NYS Attorney General Eric Schneiderman devoted to baseball and stickball. He also played surprised. Once this court has abandoned text and shows that Pataki received $50,000 while working is investigating possible violations, and the state street hockey on roller skates on closed-off streets, history as guides, nothing prevents it from calling an average of 15 hours a week – at a rate of $64 an comptroller might review the use of state funds. went sledding in a cemetery on Dead Man’s Hill, religious toleration the establishment of religion.” hour. That same year, she earned $70,000 from her This example of crony politics is as bad as the and spent summer nights with the windows open, Scalia applied to Princeton during the late 40-hour-a-week, taxpayer-funded tourism director crony capitalism now being objected to by Repub- sweating and listening to the trolley. In one article, 1950s and was declined admission. “I was an post – at a rate of $34 an hour. licans on the national level. Justice Scalia waxed almost poetically about the Italian boy from Queens, not quite the Princeton Wilson’s investigative pieces found there is When Westchester County Executive Rob As- game of stickball in Queens, which was different type,” he said decades later, giving an implication no functioning board of directors for Putnam Tour- torino ran for governor in 2013, he did not receive than the game of stickball in Brooklyn – although that at the time ethnic consideration was made ism Corp., as required by law, and that members the support of many powerful state Republicans, both relied on the pink rubber balls known as spal- against him. That New York resentment only fu- of the Putnam County Legislature knew nothing of and donors – many of who come from the same deens. eled him to greatness. Libby’s additional income. political tree of former Gov. Pataki. Hopefully – At Xavier High School he wore gold honor Ted Cruz is wrong. Justice Antonin Scalia had Also, the Putnam Visitor’s Bureau website and thanks to the reporting of Wilson – this type of cords on his blue uniform that advertised his high “New York values,” and was the strongest Conser- appears outdated and has no viable media presence abuse can be stopped. grades, and took part in a junior military training vative voice in our nation for 30 years. My favorite in its apparent job, to attract visitors to Putnam And what do you know – much of what Ralph program, carrying his rifle home on the train to Scalia quote is: “Have the courage to have your County. Martinelli had railed against almost 20 years ago Queens. “Could you imagine doing that today in wisdom regarded as stupidity.” Members of the County Legislature, who ap- still rings true today.

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Middle School Winner – Elementary School Winner – Mantasha Khan Angelica Lopez-Tucker ‘We Are Still Equal’ White and black, was all there was We were discriminated against for the color of our skin Pale and dark was how they judged Because we looked different, what was the purpose? No one tried to look within Slavery, murder, abuse, segregation, and inequality No one checked beneath the skin Until, until, we had enough! Until, we came together. Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King Jr., Thurgood Was there really some difference because of their race? Marshall, Malcolm X, Why were the blacks, mistreated, misplaced? And many, many more … A skin color does not define a person The grounds they marched on But, the whites just wanted to conflict to worsen The bombings caused, just because Others thought we were different If I were black, would you make me a slave? It was thought that we were inferior If I were Chicano, would you exploit me and throw me away? It was thought that we didn’t deserve equality and liberty If I were Asian, would you discriminate me? The historic hallowed grounds are Everyone is equal, but they just couldn’t see… And forever must be important. And forever must be never changing, Does it make a difference if I’m a woman or a man? And forever must be cherished and honored Does it make a difference if I’m black or I’m tan? And forever must be a reminder of having hope, Does it make a difference, if I believe in a diverse religion? Staying strong, being faithful Or what if… I follow an uncommon tradition? And recognizing the struggles and triumphs Of the Civil Rights Movement Would you judge me if I wore a scarf on my head? And of how we have hopefully evolved. Would you judge me if I had a cross around my neck, instead? We must preserve the memory It’s not about how you look, or in whom you believe… Of the Civil Rights Movement’s hallowed grounds It’s not even about, how much in life you achieve And from our history we must learn from the past And pave the way to create a better future for all I know we’re all contrasting in some way or another I, a child of Latino, African-American and But, that does not give us the right to evaluate the other Native American descent Yeah, we’re not identical. Hope for a better future But that’s our characteristics and physique. Based on respect, unity, equality and justice Across the American landscape and beyond Yeah, we don’t think the same. For all generations to come. But, that’s what makes us unique. We’re all varying, in our thoughts, looks, and ambitions, But, we are still equal, no matter what gender, race, or religion.

Minority Businesses Can ‘Leap Toward Success’ High School Winner – Westchester-based minority- and women- 10:30 to 11 a.m. owned businesses will have a unique opportuni- “We are very pleased to present this im- ty to learn how to do business with Westchester portant program where minority- and women- Kayla Casanova County and construction company C.W. Brown/ owned businesses can connect with one of the LeChase at the 2016 Leap Toward Success With largest construction companies in the region,” Us event on Monday, Feb. 29 from 8 to 11 a.m. said Westchester County Executive Robert As- From D.C. to Alabama at Mercy College, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, torino. “The continued success of our small in the main hall building/lecture hall. There will businesses is key to Westchester’s economic It all took place be networking sessions from 8 to 8:30 a.m. and growth.” There are the grounds Based in Armonk, C.W. Brown/LeChase is one of the region’s premier construction com- On which we were finally recognized as a race panies with projects throughout the Hudson Valley, Manhattan, Albany, Binghamton, Con- necticut and New Jersey. Executives who will From Rosa to Martin be presenting at the program include Tom Por- ter, vice president and general counsel; Michelle Helping earn one right at a time Proudly serving the City of Yonkers Keller, director of risk management and MWBE compliance officer; and Sherry Jackson, corpo- From Montgomery to Washington rate MWBE outreach coordinator. Peaceful protesting was at its prime Nick Sprayregen, Publisher Presenters from the county will include [email protected] William Mooney III, director of the Office of Economic Development; Carrie Mobley-John- son, senior advisor for the Office of Minority Marching in Selma Daniel J. Murphy, Editor-in-Chief Women-Owned Business Enterprise; Chief of Marching in D.C. [email protected] Staff George Oros; and Michael Lawler, senior advisor to the county executive. All contributed to the liberties we have so easily Bayan Baker, Assistant to Editor-in-Chief To register for the program, contact Ross [email protected] Weiner at [email protected] or 914- 995-2945. From Southerners to Northerners Paul Gerken, Advertising Sales From Black to Whites [email protected] MLK Poetry We all united as one Gregory Baldwin, Administrative Asst. Continued from Page 1 To end segregation [email protected] school grade levels was selected by Spano and To end the one thing separating our country the members of his African-American Advisory Board from among more than 300 poem sub- Member of the New York missions. We are one country Press Association “I was very impressed with the caliber of 914-965-4000 We act as two? Fax 914-965-2892 poems we received this year and it was difficult 25 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, to narrow it down to just three winners,” said These are the grounds NY 10701 Spano. “I am continually impressed and inspired www.risingmediagroup.com by the talent and dedication of our city’s young- Which contribute to modern life est residents, our students, and I commend their Yonkers Rising - USPS Permit #7164 work in this year’s contest.” All resulting from strong individuals is published weekly by Rising Media The students recited their work at the an- Group, LLC 25 Warburton Ave., Yonkers, Taking a stand N.Y. 10701 nual Black History Month celebration Feb. 18 in Periodicals Postage Paid • Yonkers, N.Y. the ceremonial courtroom of City Hall. On these hallowed grounds POSTMASTER We would like to share with our readers the Send address changes to: winning poems – all of which captured our in- Rising Media Group, LLC, 25 Warburton Ave., Yonkers, N.Y. 10701 terest: PAGE 10 - Yonkers RISING - Friday, February 19, 2016 Yonkers Police Officers Promoted

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Mayor Mike Spano and Yonkers Police partment who were promoted or recognized as tenant; Sgt. Glen Caserta, lieutenant; Sgt. Rich- The following members of the department Commissioner Charles Gardner welcomed detective: ard Alaimo, lieutenant; Det. Domenica Guzman, were previously designated as detective and friends and families to the Riverfront Library Det. Lt. Joseph Monaco, detective captain; sergeant; P.O. Christina Zenkewich, sergeant; were recognized at the ceremony: Darryl Benja- last week for a promotion ceremony for the Lt. Bryant Pappas, captain; Sgt. William Land- P.O. Dean Orgera, sergeant; P.O. Zachary Koch, min, Jacqueline Estevez and Robert McLaugh- following members of the Yonkers Police De- ers, lieutenant; Sgt. Christopher Sapienza, lieu- sergeant; and P.O. Paul Api, detective. lin.

fourth quarter, YMA sealed its fate. Classroom in enrolled and receive education from first to 10th YMA Lady On Feb. 6, YMA lost to Tuckahoe H.S. 60- grade. The school was constructed at the center Continued from Page 1 44. The Tuckahoe full-court press in the third Continued from Page 1 of a village community, which was not familiar quarter was too much for YMA, as Tuckahoe with the concept of education for centuries. The Outside of Alexis, Mackayla, Ashley, Me- stretched its lead from 5 to 13 points. Leading For the location, a low-income neighbor- residents’ earnings were from begging or from gan and the returners, the rest were brand new to the scoring for YMA were Philip Ladson with hood in the remote Village of Qasim Town, near daily wages that were not regular or steady earn- the team and the sport of basketball. Although 15 points, Gabe Asencio with 10 points, and Karachi, Pakistan, was chosen. The Mazin Acade- ings, and the art of saving was only but a distant the starting lineup was always mixed, the typi- Ralph Sanchez with 7 points. This was YMA’s my, established in 2004 with two classrooms with dream. cal lineup included: At the point was eighth- last game of the season. thatched roofs, was trying very hard to provide The aspirations of the academy, “to raise grade Captain Scarlett, at the guard spots were Boys Basketball Scores education to the children but was very strained educated children equipped with moral virtues, ninth-grade Captain Soto and Senior Matos, at Sacred Heart, 69 – Cathedral, 51 in its resources. Its classrooms were dingy, the who would grow to serve humanity and make the the forward sport was eighth-grader Kastrati, Hamilton, 75 – Palisades Prep, 48 benches were broken, and the wall was the black- world a better place,” coincide with part of the and our center spot senior Lugo. Gorton, 44 – Edgemont, 43 board. Rotary vision. Due to a senior-heavy team from last years’ Riverside, 63 – Roosevelt, 58 The Rotary Club of Yonkers-East Yonkers, Club Chairperson for International Projects group, only Scarlett, and Soto saw significant Yonkers, 68 – Gorton, 46 supported by the Anissa Latif Foundation of Shaw Latif coordinated the project and was the time on the court last year. Roosevelt, 74 – Yonkers, 57 Bronxville, not only helped build the new class- club’s liaison with the Anissa Latif Foundation. Fun, discipline, structure and teamwork Girls Basketball Scores room, but also helped provide computers for the He was also present at the unveiling of the plaque are the precursors for success, and there was Yonkers, 52 – Roosevelt, 29 students as part of its international projects. By honoring Letsen at the new classroom at The not one moment on the court when the Lady Palisades Prep, 56 – Solomon Schechter, naming the classroom after Letsen, the club said Mazin Academy. Eagles of Yonkers Montessori did not display 25 its founder’s legacy would be spread far beyond To learn more about the Rotary Club of Yon- those characteristics. Saunders, 44 – Yonkers, 43 his immediate constituency. kers-East Yonkers and its projects and activities, It also depends on what one would define Coaches, please e-mail game results to The children are also learning about Letsen visit www.eastyonkersrotary.org. Also pass by the as “success.” The scoreboard and the team’s re- [email protected]. in their new environment. display at the main entrance of the Will Library cord is not an indicator of how good this team Three hundred boys and girls are currently on Central Avenue. really is. First-year Head Coach Elie Moise al- ways says after a tough loss: “Ladies we didn’t lose. Unfortunately we just ran out of time.” The team’s tough losses were by an average of five points. Still, the team never quit, with each of the girls showing determination, class, disci- pline and teamwork. CHARTERCHARTER SCHOOLSCHOOL OFOF Most importantly, the team always had fun. I feel this team has done everything we have CHARTER SCHOOL OF asked them to do and more, and deserves to be recognized for their efforts. EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE All of our seniors will be attending college EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE this fall. EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Other Scores Include A PUBLIC SCHOOL WITH A PRIVATE SCHOOL SETTING The Gorton girls won their third straight A PUBLIC SCHOOL WITH A PRIVATE SCHOOL SETTING game Feb. 3, defeating Solomon Schector 45- A PUBLIC SCHOOL WITH A PRIVATE SCHOOL SETTING 12. On Feb. 1, Gorton beat Lincoln High School 50-46, with Coach Ennio Escoto crediting the 260 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, New York 10701 team’s success to playing well as a team with a 260 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, New York 10701 balanced attack offensively. 260 Warburton914-476-5070 Avenue, Yonkers, Ext. New 18 York 10701 “Dreonna Battle continues to score, but 914-476-5070 Ext. 18 now freshman Asade Lindo and sophomores Visit our website at www.charterschoolofeducationalexcellence.org Jordyn Ruiz and Ashana Walker are all contrib- Visit our website at914-476-5070 www.charterschoolofeducationalexcellence.org Ext. 18 uting in a big way,” she said. DesignatedVisit our as websitea REWARD SCHOOL at www.charterschoolofeducationalexcellence.org FOR 2014 and 2015 by the New York State Department of Education Gorton is now 7-10 overall, and 5-3 in Designated as a REWARD SCHOOL FOR 2014 and 2015 by the New York State Department of Education league play. Designated as a REWARD SCHOOL FOR 2014 and 2015 by the New York State Department of Education Coach Handsel Minyard reported that al- though the Lincoln Lancers lost its last two games, the team is improving greatly as a unit. This is a young team that will get better in the future. On Feb. 4, the Lancers lost to Dobbs Ferry H.S. by the score of 67-58. Shooting poorly from the foul line (13-32) was the team’s nemesis. Lincoln’s Brian Baez, a junior, scored 24 points in the game. On Feb. 5, Lincoln lost its last game of the season to the Yonkers H.S. Bulldogs 70-57. The game was close until Yonkers had a 13-2 run We are accepting new student Estamos aceptando in the third quarter. Although Lincoln pulled to We are accepting new student Estamos aceptando within seven points in the fourth quarter, Yon- Weapplications are accepting for Grades new student K-8 aplicacionesEstamos para aceptando los grados K-8 kers prevailed. The game’s high scorer was Lin- applications for Grades K-8 aplicaciones para los grados K-8 coln’s Brian Baez with 28 points; Medin Kan- applicationsINFORMATIONAL for SESSIONSGrades K-8 aplicacionesSESIONES paraINFORMATIVAS los grados K-8 dic had 26 points for Yonkers. INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS SESIONES INFORMATIVAS On Feb. 2, Yonkers Montessori Academy •INFORMATIONAL January 26, 2016 SESSIONSat 2:30 p.m. SESIONES• 26 de enero INFORMATIVAS a las 2:30 p.m. lost to the Keio Academy 45-36. YMA had a • January 26, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. • •26 11 de de enero febrero a las a 2:30las 5:00 p.m. p.m. four-point lead at half-time but lost by turning •• February January 11,26, 20162016 atat 5:002:30 p.m.p.m. • •11 de26 febrerode enero a lasa las 5:00 2:30 p.m. p.m. over the ball seven times in the third quarter. • February 11, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. • 16 de marzo a las 9:30 a.m. • •16 de11 marzode febrero a las a 9:30 las 5:00 a.m. p.m. There were 18 turnovers total in the game. 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