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The 1.2.20 ‒ 1.13.20 ‒ vol. 16 Shoreline Publishing Westchester’s Community Newspapers thepelhampost.com Post 914-738-7869 • shorelinepub.com ChabadPel of Pelham h a “Chanukah m on Fifth” Celebrates Festival of Lights BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN Chabad of Pelham joyfully lit up the night in front of the Town of Pelham Gazebo, celebrating their Fifth Annual “Chanukah on Fifth” on December 23rd with a six-foot ice Menorah carving; music; Latkes; and a variety of donuts. A spectacu- lar parachute candy drop from atop the boom of Pelham Manor Fire Department Tower Ladder 3 was a highlight for all the children. A beautiful ice Menorah was created by award-winning sculptor Richard Daly of Ice Memories, Inc. Wooden Dreidels were set out on crafting tables for chil- dren to decorate. Another table contained sticks and gumdrops for excited children to cre- ate geometic designs and 3-D Dreidels. New Town of Pelham Su- pervisor Daniel W. McLaughlin lit the Menorah’s Shamash (serv- ing candle). 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The association includes a private beach, pool, tennis courts, dock and mooring facilities. 207 Wolfs Lane, Pelham, NY 10803 www.mcclellansir.com [email protected] 914-738-5150 The Pelham Post • 1.2.20 - 1.13.20 • Page 2 • www.thepelhampost.com Chabad of Pelham “Chanukah on Fifth” Governor Signs Two Biaggi Bills and Celebrates Festival of Lights Vetos Another continued from page 1 Rabbi Levi Groner and Todd On December 17th, On December 20th, portation workers to under- legislation, fight to get it Rothenberg, New Rochelle lit Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Governor Andrew M. Cuomo go a human-trafficking rec- passed in both houses again, two other candles. signed legislation sponsored signed legislation sponsored ognition training program. and bring it back to the Gov- Village of Pelham Mayor by State Senator Alessandra by State Senator Alessandra State Senator Alessan- ernor for his signature. As I Chance Mullen stated, “I grew Biaggi (S4990A), requiring Biaggi (S4281A), providing dra Biaggi (D-Bronx/West- write these words, people up in a small town in south- training with respect to Ad- for the termination of a resi- chester) issued the following are being trafficked in and west Kansas. When I was a verse Childhood Experiences dential lease by a survivor of statement: around our city and state child, I did not know anyone (ACEs) for daycare providers. domestic violence. The bill “Human-traffickers rely – there is no time to waste who was Jewish. Since that State Senator Alessan- allows tenants to pay rent, heavily on public transpor- unless we have no regard for time, I am proud to be May- dra Biaggi (D-Bronx/West- pro-rata, up to the lease ter- tation to move their victims human life.” or of such a diverse, beautiful chester) issued the follow- mination date. in plain sight across the “It’s unfortunate the community.” ing statement: “Training in State Senator Alessan- country. Providing the nec- governor vetoed this import- “Unfortunately, over adverse childhood experi- dra Biaggi (D-Bronx/West- essary training for public ant bill. This sends the wrong the past year, we have expe- ences will give daycare pro- chester) issued the following transportation workers to message that the state is not rienced darkness too close viders the important tools statement: “The purpose of recognize the signs of hu- taking proactive steps to to home,” Rabbi Groner State Senator Alessandra Biaggi to identify trauma in the this bill is to give survivors man-trafficking creates an address the crisis of human stressed. “We may see small children they care for daily. of domestic violence the Yorkers to access perma- important line of defense to trafficking,” said Brooklyn candle flames, slowly creating Ensuring that a child is sur- ability to remove themselves nent housing that can give stop it in its tracks. As hu- Borough President Eric Ad- a beautiful light. rounded by adults who have from a dangerous living sit- them the space to rebuild man-trafficking continues ams. “We need to use every They may seem small, an understanding of child- uation without facing legal their independence.” to grow in the Bronx and tool in our toolbox to combat but together, one at a time hood trauma will make a or financial penalties. It is In addition, on Decem- across the state, we must do this egregious exploitation they…light up the world.” positive difference for these imperative that we contin- ber 20th, Governor Andrew everything we can to pro- that is inextricably tied up McLaughlin observed children in the short-term ue to eliminate barriers to M. Cuomo vetoed legislation tect New Yorkers against with movement – arming our how wonderful the Chanukah by nurturing resilience, seeking safety for survivors sponsored by State Senator exploitation. We will go back public transportation work- celebration was and wished which will carry over into of domestic abuse, and ex- Alessandra Biaggi (S3465), to the drawing board and ers with essential training is everyone a very Happy Cha- their adult lives.” pand avenues for these New requiring all public trans- rework the language of this a no brainer.” nukah. The Pelham Post • 1.2.20 - 1.13.20 • Page 3 • www.thepelhampost.com Pierpont Reports on New County Pelham Winter Shared Services Plan Concerts BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN Village of Pelham Manor Jennifer Monachino Lapey convened the December 16th Board of The PMHS Orchestra, Bands and Chorus delighted audiences all week during their annual Trustees meeting, mentioning that she attended an excellent Fire Inspection Dinner, hosted by winter concerts. The performances began with the orchestra conducted by Dr. Michele Zanky. Chief Joseph Ruggiero with many accomplished First Responders on December 6th. Selections included “Trio Sonata” (Gallo/Monday), “Symphony #8 in G Major” (Dvorak/Parrish), Lapey then called upon Village Manager John Pierpont, who mentioned that he went to and a medley “Best of Queen” (Mercury/Zanky). a Shared Services Plan meeting on December 16th at the County Center. Pierpont stated that Next up was the Choral Concert on December 18, conducted by Maria Abeshouse. The a Portal has been created where cities, villages and towns can look up opportunities to share Chamber Chorus opened with “Come Again” (John Dowland) as one of its four selections. Per- services and equipment. formances by the Concert Chorus included a Holiday Medley and a song to honor teacher Tom “The County is also looking to consolidate waste water treatment districts. Deputy Com- Roksvold who passed away last summer titled “Precious Gifts” written teacher Eric Katz. The missioner of the Department of Environmental Facilities Michael Kaplowitz will evaluate the AcaPelicans, a student led group, sang “Cantique de Jean Racine” (Gabriel Faure) and Isaac Black- County’s sewage treatment and recycling plants. The County will issue a report on their Coun- burn soloed on piano with “Angel Medley.” The concert concluded with PMHS graduates joining ty-wide Food Scrap Collection Program in January.” in to sing “Hallelujah from Messiah.” Pierpont added that he spoke to Region 8 DOT Director Lance MacMillan who wants to The December 19 Band Concert, directed by Andrew Van Bochove, began with the jazz meet with State Legislators regarding the proposed Monopole location. “Trustees Michelle De- band performing “Ginger Bread Boy” (Jimmy Heath) as one of its four songs, which also includ- Lillo and Joseph Senerchia have spoken about a location one exit down,” Lapey noted. ed “When the Saints Go Marchin’ In.” The Concert band then took the stage for four selections Lapey then bade a fond farewell to Pelham Plus publisher Maggie Klein, acknowledging that including “A Day at the Zoo” (James Curnow) and “Sleigh Ride” (Leroy Anderson), which featured this was her last meeting. several alums returning to perform with the band. Police Chief Jeffrey Carpenter shared his criticism of a recent arrest and subsequent release of an alleged perpetrator, “who broke into a home while the occupants were there.” Their bark- ing dog alerted them to dial 911. Chief Carpenter called attention to recent DUI offenses, including a vehicle that flipped on Boston Post Road. The department’s Intoxilizer was helpful in those situations.