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Down to Earth Visit Market Opens newrochellereview.com for the 2014 for Season community news and PAGE 10 event information! REVIEW June 2014 -- Volume 10 -- Issue 6 Complimentary Kite Day at Davenport Park “American Bombshells” Rain Down Love Second Annual event featured kite workshops, Health & Wellness Expo, and more! on Veterans and Community Go fly a kite! The sec- ond annual Kite Day held BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN at Davenport Park on Sat- urday, May 17. Building on It was an outpouring of love and af- last year’s success, this year fection by “The American Bombshells,” featured kite flying and ac- “Bunny” (Jenn Aedo); “Dolly” (Stephanie tivities along with music by Leone) and Rayna Bertash, three young la- DJ Third Stone, food for sale dies clad in snappy World War II vintage from Beechmont Tavern, Women’s Army Corps (WAC) uniforms, and a health and wellness paying vocal tribute to America’s veterans expo. at the May 26th Memorial Day commem- Kite Day was sponsored by the New Rochelle Department orations in Hudson Park following the of Parks and Recreation in conjunction with the City School parade to Memorial Plaza and waterfront District of New Rochelle “Triple E” Program and community ceremony honoring those lost at sea. partners Rotary Club, Monroe College, Manhattanville College, The trio sang Andrews Sister’s num- and News 12. bers, McGuire Sister’s standards and cur- Parks and Recreation Commissioner Bill Zimmermann not- rent God Bless the U.S.A. ed, “As evidenced by the response from over 500 participants, “Our leader Ali Reeder from USO met we are proud to have produced such a wonderful family special a wounded warrior during Fleet Week. event with our community partners and ushered in fantastic They married on June 29, 2013 and spring weather with colorful kites soaring above our majestic Ali decided to create these ambassadors of Davenport Park.” gratitude to our disabled veterans at mili- American Bombshells, left to right: Rayna Bertash; “Bunny” (Jenn Aedo); “Dolly” (Stephanie tary hospitals and bases,” Rayna remarked. Leone). ...continued on page 4 William F. Moye Inducted into Veterans Hall of Fame Democratic Confer- Lord and Taylor Salutes Adult Learning Center ence Leader Andrea Stewart- Cousins (D/I/WF – 35th BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN the partnership through daughter Alex, District) inducted William a Lord and Taylor Area Sales Manager. F. Moye of New Rochelle Lord and Taylor, Ridge Hill Road, “Through its accessible English language into the 2014 New York Yonkers hosted an evening of shopping programming, supported by a dedicated State Senate Veterans Hall of on May 8 to support the Adult Learning volunteer network, ALC has enabled Fame to represent the 35th Center (ALC ) in New Rochelle. countless new residents to pursue job op- District. The 99 year old is ALC received 10% from Lord and portunities, strengthen relationships with a World War II veteran who Taylor sales that evening, according to neighbors and contribute more fully to served in Africa and Europe. General Manager Maria O’Keeffe. “The the community,” Mayor Noam Bramson He is currently the Chaplain level of participation from ALC sup- noted. Emeritus for the American porters truly made this a great event. Founded in 1997 by Sister Eileen Legion Post 8 and the Unit- Lord and Taylor gained new clients and Fane and a group of Ursuline nuns, the ed Veterans Memorial and ALC received much needed donations organization’s mission addresses unmet Patriotic Association of New Andrea Stewart-Cousins (left) and to continue their efforts with literacy needs of poor and inadequately educated Rochelle. education,” O’Keeffe stated. immigrants from Mexico, Haiti, Central New York State Vet- William F. Moye ALC Director of Development Bet- Sharon B. Parente, Adult Learning Center Executive and South America in southern West- eran’s Hall of Fame inductees are chosen annually by each Senate sy Gorski learned of the availability of Director (left) and Betty Gorski, Director of Development ...continued on page 5 member from each Senate district. The inductees are distinguished ...continued on page 4 Want to know where to place your next marketing piece? Reserve this exclusive space next month by calling 914-738-7869 PERMIT 5121 PERMIT WHITE PLAINS, NY PLAINS, WHITE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PAID POSTAGE U.S. STANDARD STANDARD PRESORTED PRESORTED 2 • June 2014 • New Rochelle Review www.newrochellereview.com CONDOS AND COOPS IN PELHAM PRE-WAR CONDO – Built in 1926 with hardwood floors, plaster walls & PRE-WAR COOP BUILDING – Two, two-bedroom apartments are available architectural details, this top floor condo is located in a meticulously in this beautifully built, brick 5-story mid-rise bright, light and spacious, maintained building. 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Phase Tuesday, May 13 Regular Legislative Meeting for number is 130 medallions,” Bramson averred. The Two is to get the pri- their outstanding season of 15 wins and one loss. question was raised whether to conduct auctions or vate sector to join us, Athletic Director Steve Young; Coach Andy Capel- charge fixed prices. “Let us draft legislation and re- commit to a closed lan, along with team members Symone Darius; Vic- turn,” Bramson suggested. system and help pay toria Jones-Alleyne and Ashley Wiggins accepted Next, Council and Police Chief Patrick Car- maintenance fees.” the award. roll addressed the subject of security cameras—not Bramson rec- “The team became Class AA Champions, stoplight enforcement cameras. Councilman Lou ommended hold- Westchester County Champions, League Cham- Trangucci pointed to high crime activity on Union ing legislation until pions and National Champions with a record- Avenue and 6th Street and asked where a security Police recommen- breaking one minute, 38 seconds and 41-tenths of camera could be placed. dations for camera Left to right: New Rochelle HS Girls’ Relay Varsity Team member Ashley Wiggins; a second time, the highest in the United States,” Carroll replied that a camera placed on Union placement were Mayor Noam Bramson; 800 Varsity Team members Symone Darius; Victoria Jones- Bramson proudly noted. and 4th would scan down to 6th. “There are two heard. Opening the meeting in the Conference Alleyne. Room, Council discussed leaf disposal. Harquin Creative Group was hired to disseminate informa- tion to residents regarding bagging and mulching leaves instead of leaving them at the curb. 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