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Vol 109 Number 28 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, July 11, 2014 Rotary Awards Scholarship & Spotorno First to Challenge Builds Playground in 2013-14 Mayor Spano Next Year

Rotary’s annual Community Service Scholarship winner Lawrence Lee with his mother, and Frank Spotorno outgoing Secretary Selly Vazquez and Club President David Schildwachter. By Dan Murphy and deserve a mayor that will work tirelessly to The past year was an outstanding one for the ments, and awarding of the annual Community With the race for Yonkers mayor more than bring good-paying jobs back to Yonkers. Jobs Rotary Club of Yonkers/East Yonkers, said Club Service Scholarship to one deserving Yonkers 15 months away, businessman and Bring Our are the number one issue in Yonkers and every President David Schildwachter said at the club’s High School student. Jobs Home founder Frank Spotorno made an American city, and while unemployment in annual meeting June 26 at the Westchester Hills Presenting a slide show on the “Year-in- early announcement over the July 4th weekend Yonkers has recently dropped, the poverty rate Golf Club, where he thanked outgoing Secretary Review,” Schildwachter announced that the club that he will challenge Mayor Mike Spano in in our city has risen. Poverty must be addressed Selly Vazquez and Treasurer Patty Marlow for received two awards from the district: one for the 2015. in Yonkers by enticing the best economic minds their service. highest number of new members during the year, “We need a bold, new future for the City of and developers and institutions that will lift our Other highlights of the meeting included a and the other for the highest percentage of growth Yonkers,” he said. “The people of our city need Continued on Page 8 round-up of the year’s activities and accomplish- Continued on Page 9 Three Named ‘Teacher Women’s Roller Derby Of the Year’ at YPS Rolls into Yonkers

From left are Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano with 2014 Teachers of the Year Benay Umrichin of Montessori School 31; Maria Hadala of Enrico Fermi; and America Vazquez-Santiago of Gorton High School. Members of the Suburban Brawl line up for the start of the recent roller derby at the Police Athletic League. Photo by Ed Whitman.

At an awards ceremony at Yonkers’ his- 100 nominations made on the city’s website. By Roberta Bennett played against the Suburban Brawl at the Yon- toric Untermyer Gardens, Mayor Mike Spano Spano said the nominations received from Remember the women’s roller derby we kers Police Athletic League. named three Yonkers Public School educators parents, students, administrators and other watched on television years ago? There are currently more than 40,000 as 2014 Teachers of the Year. The recipients, teachers is a testament to the 3,000 educators Well, a team from Wales in the United women roller derby players competing in Benay Umrichin, who teaches first, second and and support staff at YPS who go above and be- Kingdom, called the Tiger Bay Brawlers, vis- 196 member-leagues around the globe. The third grade at Montessori School 31; Maria yond the call of duty every day. ited the U.S. for the first time last month and Continued on Page 8 Hadala, who teaches physical education at En- “In Yonkers, we have the most dedicated, rico Fermi School of the Performing Arts; and thoughtful and hardest working teachers you’ll America Vazquez-Santiago, a foreign language find anywhere,” he said. “Our Teachers of the teacher at Gorton High School, were among the Continued on Page 8 Yonkers Show Appreciation African-American Music Event For the Service of Veterans Raises $$ for Philipse Manor

Zen and Adrian Djonbalaj honored Yonkers veterans by creating an American Flag at JFK Marina. Photo by Donna Davis. By Donna Davis Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins; Assemblymembers It was a picture perfect day at the JFK Marina Gary Pretlow and Shelley Mayer; and Councilmen on June 28 as the Yonkers office of Veterans Ser- Christopher Johnson, Michael Sabatino and John Pianist Michael Eisenberg, soprano Yolanda Johnson and baritone Otho Farrow. Photo by vices honored veterans during the eighth annual Larkin. Donna Davis. Veterans and Service Members Appreciation Day. ShopRite provided all the food and drink as By Donna Davis ture events and programs at the historic manor, About 500 veterans and their families were well as a crew of 10 to work the grills and serve The Friends of Philipse Manor Hall held located at Warburton Ave., Yonkers. greeted by the volunteers at the marina and en- up all the burgers, hot dogs and side dishes. Music a “Celebration of African-American Music” The evening included delectable food joyed a day of live music and food, and a visit from for the afternoon was provided by Frank Sullo, DJ concert gala June 21 that was attended by supplied by local restaurants; inspired music the Yonkers Fire Department; Yonkers Police De- Mike and Sheila Galilei. more than 60 people and raised $3,000 for fu- Continued on Page 9 partment Color Guard; Mayor Mike Spano; State Continued on Page 10 PaGe 2 - yoNkeRs RisiNG - FRiday, July 11, 2014 Little Radical Th eatrics Rooney Honored by Catholic Presents ‘Damn Yankees’ Charities for Philanthropy

The cast of “Damn Yankees” performing at the Will Library.

“Damn Yankees,” a sporting twist on the the “damn Yankees” in return for Joe’s soul, the Timothy Rooney and granddaughter, actor Kate Mara. Photos by Don Pollard. Faust legend, tells the story of Joe Boyd, a perpetually frustrated Joe takes it. middle-aged baseball fanatic who loves the Transformed into Joe Hardy, a 22-year-old Washington Senators a little too much. When baseball sensation who will fi nally lead his team a devilish deal-maker offers the chance to beat Continued on Page 8 Summer Family Events At Hudson River Museum

Celebrity Chef and author Sandra Lee and Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Timothy Rooney.

Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Catholic media, politics and religion who share a deep Charities of the Archdiocese of New York concern for youth and their healthy develop- The “Tuffy’s Great Adventure” puppet show. honored Timothy Rooney Sr., president of ment and spiritual growth. Michael Gargiulo, Empire City Casino; Leonard Elmore, ESPN reporter and anchor for NBC4 New York, Song, dance and puppets of all kinds for all be performed by Puppetry Arts Theatre. Tuffy and CBS broadcaster; and Francis Rooney, served as master of ceremonies. ages will be featured in shows by two interna- and his friends are having a sleepover party chairman of H.H. Brown Shoe Co., Inc., at As well as being president of Empire tionally-known puppet theaters that offer origi- and use their imagination to visit far-off places the CYO Club of Champions Tribute at The City Casino at Yonkers Raceway, Rooney’s nal music and plays by professional and emerg- for an adventure. This “4D” performance fea- Waldorf-Astoria on June 5. business credentials include the presidency of ing artists, in the amphitheater at the Hudson tures original songs about exploring with “4D” The gala once again convened a dynamic Delta Electric, a Westchester County electri- River Museum. marshmallows, bubbles and silly string. group of nearly 500 New Yorkers from the cal contracting corporation. He was a former On July 13, “Tuffy’s Great Adventure” will Continued on Page 8 worlds of business, philanthropy, culture, law, Continued on Page 8

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NEMZ3ROPOPTYR0614 Friday, July 11, 2014 - Yonkers Rising - PAGE 3 This, Too, is the Bella Vista Deli: Serving Craziness of Summer Up Sammies for 20 Years By Eric W. Schoen can citizens. Keep it light in the * A social experiment summer. That’s the rule of with marriage? Couples are thumb when you write a getting married who don’t weekly newspaper column. know each other based on But while you were enjoy- matches made by sexolo- ing your hot dogs, ham- gists, psychologists, spiri- burgers and potato salad tualists and sociologists. at 4th of July picnics and * In a shocking study barbecues, lots of crazi- by San Francisco State ness has been going on in University published in the world and right here at USA Today, 14 percent of home: parents intentionally left What motivated me to their children in a parked write about it this week is car; 11 percent of parents an experience I had coming admit to forgetting their Eric W. Schoen off the Cross County Park- child in a car; one in four way at Rumsey Road on Sunday. parents of a child younger than 3 has forgotten A driver was coming off the parkway as the child in a car. I was pulled over to the side of the road right Earlier this week a mother abandoned her by the sign I told you about a few weeks ago baby in the New York subways. Scary stuff alerting motorists that Yonkers had red light you just can’t make up! camera enforcement. I assumed that either he * Thieves stealing flags on the 4th of July was lost or having car trouble. in Brooklyn; a child’s bicycle being thrown By Phil Foley nothing beats his variety of steaming hot choices All of a sudden he pulls up next to my car out a window at police officers in Brooklyn The Bella Vista Deli is celebrating 20 years of food! and signals for me to lower my window. The busting a gunman; people flying drones in the in business, as a hidden Yonkers treasure at 2150 At the Bella Vista Deli you can find fresh driver tells me that he has gotten caught by sky almost crashing with New York Police Central Park Ave., which I first discovered when mozzarella made daily by John. If you enjoy moz- the red light camera at the Rumsey Road and Department helicopters; and a thief obsessed I moved into the neighborhood in 1998. I have zarella, roasted peppers and balsamic vinegar on a Spruce Street location twice over the last few with stealing large pieces of dental equipment traveled the United States from sea to shinning hero, it is truly a culinary delight here! John also months. He wanted to make sure I knew there from dental offices. sea and have visited many delis in my day, but carries a full line of Boars Head products – sa- was a camera there. * A $10 million lawsuit against ESPN no one – I repeat, no one – can hold a candle to lami, mortadella, sopressata, prosciutto, ham, tur- I told him I did, not mentioning either that by a guy who fell asleep at a Yankee game. this deli! key, roast beef – you get the picture? The deli has I was a journalist or had written extensively But don’t worry, pop singer Madonna will not The Bella Vista Deli is owned by John Salza a full line of salads made fresh daily – and home- about the Yonkers Red Light Camera Program. be on the jury in this case. Madonna reports who grew up in the famed Arthur Avenue neigh- made, at that. You can close your eyes and think The driver said to me there are so many for jury service and is dismissed so as not to borhood of the Bronx, an area known for its fine that you are eating the homemade salads that your problems in the world – cancer, wars, crime cause a distraction to other jurors or the busi- Italian restaurants, markets, bakeries and butcher relatives made years ago for family parties, get- – and wondered why our elected officials are ness of the court. Makes the small business- shops. As a young man, John became a butcher togethers and barbecues. not focusing on solving those problems, but man who loses his wages for the day because and worked in an upscale establishment that Another aspect of John’s business is his ca- are instead obsessed with raising money by he has to close up his shop for jury service feel would teach him the ins and outs of running a suc- tering menu! This time of year the deli is cater- catching motorists passing red lights. real good! cessful business. He came up to Yonkers and Cen- ing many graduation parties. He has an extensive * More than 50,000 immigrant children * A guy going around Southern West- tral Park Avenue, and has run his deli ever since. menu from traditional hot trays of food, wedges have arrived in the United States since Octo- chester sticking glue in mailboxes and com- The first thing I noticed about the deli was sold by the foot (2 to 6 feet), antipasto platters, ber, many fleeing violence at home and drawn ing back later to snatch up the mail that sticks. how clean it is at all times. I always enjoyed see- cocktail sandwich wraps, mozzarella and tomato by rumors that they can stay in the United * $11 million in lobbying fees paid by ing the different cheeses hanging above the coun- salads, etc. This is a great place to cater your next States. Neither the president nor Congress companies who want to build casinos in up- ter, and you cannot miss all the Italian combo party! seems prepared to deal with this crisis. The state New York. Remarkable what money can sandwiches he sells. Also, I noticed that the deli Call John at 914-337-6060 and he will get a president has declared comprehensive immi- do! serves different fresh, hot dishes daily for break- copy of his catering menu to you ASAP. gration legislation dead. If you believe our * One in five New Yorkers have been fast and lunch. Good luck to John on his next 20 years. If borders are secure, I have a bridge in Brook- harmed by someone else’s drinking, while ar- My favorite is the chicken cutlet parm sand- you drive by the deli, stop in and get the best of lyn for sale. rests for drinking or drugged driving continue wich that he serves on the best Italian bread and Little Italy on our own Central Park Avenue. * Americans hate Congress, but they like unabated with many drivers having children rolls I have ever tasted. He also makes a real mean Phil Foley can be reached at pfoley14@aol. their representatives. A recent Gallup Poll in the car. sausage and pepper sandwich, too. Every day it is com. He is a contributing writer to Yonkers Ris- found that only 7 percent of Americans have * And just when you thought things something different and on a cold winter’s day, ing. a “great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in couldn’t get any more crazy, the Crumbs cup- Congress, down from a low of 10 percent in cake chain famous for its gigantic $4 cupcakes 2013. At the same time, of the 275 primaries in flavors as diverse cannoli crème, red velvet for congressional seats, 273 of the incumbents or Oreo cookie announced that it is going out What Will NYS Do With held onto their jobs. of business. So much for drowning your sor- Congress is letting run dry the fund that rows in sweet treats! pay for road, bridge and infrastructure repairs But, hey, all the crazy news isn’t so bad: $2.2B Bank Settlement? – just what those of you who had their cars TGI Fridays announced that for $10 you can By Dan Murphy Yonkers and other school districts throughout damaged by the havoc winter weather played get unlimited quantities of the appetizer of The news last week that French bank BNP NYS additional state funding – at least to where on our roads want to hear. your choice at their restaurants. You select Paribas agreed to settle its state and federal they should have been if it were not for the Gap * Cashless tolls at the Henry Hudson one appetizer from a list, including potato charges of evading U.S. sanctions against Su- Elimination Adjustment. I know we estimate our Bridge speed up traffic, but when motorists skins, mozzarella sticks, pot stickers, brus- dan, Cuba and Iran for $8.9 billion will result in GEA in Yonkers to total more than $100 million without EZ Pass are sent the bill by mail they chetta, spinach dip, Buffalo wings or crispy a $2.2 billion payout to the State of New York. over the past several years. are not paying it. Millions of dollars of tolls green bean fries. The new revenue for the state has resulted There have already been calls for Cuomo and fines go uncollected as our state officials The world we live in might, at times, in many suggestions for how New York should to use the money to subsidize the MTA, LIRR refuse to do anything about it. Makes you seem crazy – but, hey, everyone loves a bar- use the money. Some have suggested funding and to invest in infrastructure. I think Yonkers’ feel great when you get that EZ Pass bill in gain! capital and infrastructure projects across the elected officials could make some very good ar- the mail with the $13 charge for crossing the Reach Eric Schoen at thistooisyonkers@ state, or for the Metropolitan Transportation Au- guments as to why (at least some of ) the money George Washington Bridge on it! aol.com and follow him on Twitter @ericyo- thority and Long Island Railroad service. should be used to invest in education, instead. * Foreign students are enrolling in United nkers. Catch the Westchester Rising Radio Yonkers resident and Firefighters Local 628 And of course, some of the money could States high schools in record numbers as a first Show featuring Dan Murphy and Eric Schoen President Barry McGoey wrote a letter to mem- also be used to provide additional state aid to step to applying to U.S. colleges and universi- on Thursdays at 10 a.m. on WVOX 1460 on bers of the City Council, urging them to request municipalities, especially the larger urban cen- ties, taking away precious seats from Ameri- the A.M. dial. some of the $2.2 billion be allocated to the City ters/cities, such as Yonkers. of Yonkers. He wrote: Barry McGoey Hello Council Leaders, Currently, the State Legislature is on its I was thinking that perhaps the City of Yon- summer recess. Yonkers Rising will attempt to kers could try to persuade and/or pressure Gov. contact members of the state delegation to de- Enjoy the Summertime in (Andrew) Cuomo and the NYS Legislature to termine if some of the newfound monies, which use some (if not all) of the $2.2 billion settle- are said to be available in August, could go to Downtown Yonkers, Part II ment from French bank BNP Paribas to bring Yonkers. There are so many wonderful events in In the following weeks, Yonkers Down- Yonkers, but one in particular has always held town Bid and Domino Sugar will present a special place in the hearts of local families “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2” and visitors to Downtown Yonkers. on July 15; “The Avengers” on July 22; and a The “Movies on Main Street” free film double-feature of “The Last Dragon” and “Lost series, which started in 2009, is a popular and Rivers” on July 29. unique event in the city. Unfortunately, the se- “Lost Rivers,” presented in collaboration ries was cut in 2012 and 2013 because funding with Groundwork Hudson Valley, is a docu- was not available. mentary film that showcases Downtown Yon- But for the summer of 2014, Yonkers kers’ award-winning daylighting project at Van Downtown BID and Domino Sugar are proud Der Donck Park. to announce that “Movies on Main” are back For the August 12th movie, the commu- and better than ever! nity is able to select its own movie by voting at Every Tuesday through Aug. 12, Yonkers www.YonkersDowntown.com. Downtown BID will close off the block in front “Movies on Main Street” is part of a tre- of 86 Main St., and right in the middle of the mendous summer calendar of free events in street, a 30-foot-high inflatable screen will rise the city. Yonkers Downtown BID and Domino from the asphalt. Sugar are also presenting “Friday Night Jazz, Showtime starts at 8 p.m., and the series Blues and More” on the waterfront at 6:30 p.m. will feature a Blockbuster family movie each This series brings professional musicians to the week. The show is free; chairs are provided by waterfront for a free evening concert. BID and there will be free popcorn courtesy of There is something fun to do every day in United Health Care. Downtown Yonkers. There are farmers’ mar- The first week was a tremendous success, kets on Thursdays and Fridays at St. John’s when hundreds of families enjoyed “Despica- Church and Van Der Donck Park, respectively; ble Me 2.” Children lined up for popcorn and see amazing local talent at Casa de Café’s open parents enjoy a lovely evening of free entertain- mic nights every other Saturday night; visit the ment. Drive-in movies are a thing of the past, Science Barge on the weekends; or go kayak- and this was the first time many of the children ing for free on Thursdays with the Yonkers were able to enjoy a movie under the stars. Rowing and Paddling Club. It was a great night for everyone and the For more information, visit www.Yonkers- crowd was looking forward to next week’s Downtown.com. showing of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Next week: The Riverwalk Wednesday 2. Music Series lights up our city’s newest park!

Make Rising Media Group a part of your advertising plan. Call today! 914-965-4000 PAGE 4 - Yonkers rising - Friday, July 11, 2014 Community Council Swears Senate Democrats Unite; New Officers into 1st Precinct More Trouble for GOP By Dan Murphy short-term political deal designed to make threat- The announcement last week that the State ened primaries go away.” Senate Democratic Caucus, led by Westchester “I’m confident that cooler heads will pre- Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins, has come to an vail,” he said. agreement with renegade Democrats that make But Skelos and the Senate Republicans will up the Independent Democratic Caucus on a new have their hands full fighting for two open Repub- Democratic working majority in the State Senate lican Senate seats – one on Long Island currently next year has implications for many senators from held by a retiring senator, and the lone Republican both parties who represent Westchester. Senate seat in Westchester, held by Greg Ball who The agreement, reached by Gov. Andrew is not running for re-election in the 40th Senate Cuomo and Senate Democrats, calls for a Senate District.. co-leadership between Stewart-Cousins and Sen. Yorktown Councilman Terrence Murphy Jeff Klein, chairman of the IDC. Despite having is the Republican Party’s choice to replace Ball a majority of 33 Democratic senators, Klein and in the Westchester communities of Yorktown, the IDC joined with the 29 Senate Republicans Peekskill, Cortlandt, New Castle, Croton, Mt. in 2012 to form a working majority that has shut Pleasant, Lewisboro and Somers.. Another Re- out Stewart-Cousins and many Senate Democrats publican, former Assemblyman Robert Castelli, from the decision-making process, and committee has announced that he will challenge Murphy in a chairpersons in the Senate. Republican primary in September. The recent decision by Cuomo to accept the Castelli lost his Assembly seat two years ago endorsement of the Working Families Party line to David Buchwald, and some Republicans have From right are Judge Hal Greenwald, council President Kathy Kuhnel, Vice President Sandra was dependent on Cuomo putting pressure on called on Castelli to run for his old Assembly seat Jakominic, Treasurer Anthony Merante and Secretary Anthony Jakominic. Klein and the other IDC members, including Sen. instead of challenging Murphy for Senate. Demo- David Carlucci, who represents Ossining and crat Justin Wagner, who ran and narrowly lost his Rockland County, to rejoin a Democratic major- race for this Senate seat two years ago to Ball, ity in the Senate or face Democratic primaries. will take on the Murphy-Castelli winner. Democrats from Rockland had threatened to deny The best result for Senate Republicans this Carlucci their endorsements, and Klein had a election is that they hold onto 28 or 29 seats, and Democratic opponent in former Attorney General hope that the IDC-Democratic Conference agree- Oliver Koppel. ment falls through after the elections. “It is clear that core Democratic policy Klein has stated that the IDC “will live on initiatives that the IDC championed remain un- and remain intact,” only now as part of the Demo- finished,” said Klein. “As Democrats, the IDC cratic majority. Some Democrats have speculated remains committed to the fight for an equal educa- that Klein left the door open for another possible tion for all New York students – which the Dream defection to caucus with Senate Republicans. Act would provide – protecting a woman’s right Others privately are critical of the deal because it to choose, increasing workers’ wages and enact- immediately gives Klein and other IDC senators ing meaningful campaign finance reform. what they want (no Democratic opposition) while “Therefore all IDC members are united and waiting until January to get their vote for Demo- agree to work together to form a new majority co- cratic majority and leadership. alition between the Independent Democratic Con- Others have called the Democratic Senate ference and the Senate Democratic Conference agreement a move away from governing from the after the November elections, in order to deliver center, to the progressive wing of the Democratic the results that working families across this state Party in New York politics. still need and deserve,” continued Klein. “The deal that Andrew Cuomo cut with the “I applaud the IDC’s decision,” said Cuomo. Working Families Party to return chaos to the “There is no doubt we have accomplished much Senate and hand control to the Democrats will just for the state over the past four years. We have mean much higher taxes and spending and will transformed the state government from dysfunc- drive out even more people and more businesses tional to highly functional, a deficit to a surplus, from this state,” said Westchester County Execu- and losing jobs to gaining jobs. There is also no tive and Republican gubernatorial candidate Rob From right are council President Kathy Kuhnel; former officer Frank Stilo’s daughter, Fran Platkas and his wife, Barbara Stilo; police officer Louis Vernagallo, who will be using a bike doubt there are progressive goals that we have Astorino. “The Senate Republicans don’t have a donated in memory of Stilo to the First Precinct; and Stilo’s granddaughter Jilliane Borrelli yet to achieve and that we must accomplish next clear majority and if they lose they’ll be in the and is son-in-law Nick Platkasi. January,” minority for a long time and the Democrats will According to Stewart-Cousins, the Senate reign supreme out of New York City and it will The Yonkers Police Department’s First The First Precinct Community Council Democratic Conference has long advocated unity destroy the rest of the state.” Precinct Community Council swore in its new also recently presented a bicycle to the First among all Democrats to better achieve the pro- Others are hoping the new agreement will officers during its June 11 meeting. Judge Hal Precinct in memory of Frank Stilo, a former po- gressive agenda that New Yorkers demand and lead to more bipartisanship in the Senate. West- Greenwald had the pleasure of swearing in lice officer and board member of the council for looks forward to working with senators that share chester Sen. George Latimer, who could become Kathy Kuhnel as president; Sandra Jakominic more than 15 years. those values. the next chairman of the Education Committee as vice president; Anthony Merante as treasur- Frank passed in April, and the council felt “I want to thank the unprecedented alli- in the Senate next year, said bipartisanship is not er; and Anthony Jakominic as secretary. strongly about doing something in his memory. ance of elected officials, led by Gov. Cuomo and five or six senators joining forces with the other (NYC) Mayor de Blasio, as well as the represen- side, but people coming from every component tatives of organized labor and New York’s advo- of the Senate sitting down and dialoguing about cacy groups, for campaigning so effectively that what the Senate agenda should be. the will of the people be properly recognized,” “If Democrats take the majority, we should she said. “Most of all, I want to thank the mem- meet with every ranking Republican of every DONATE YOUR CAR bers of the Senate Democratic Conference for committee and find out what is important to being stalwarts for our progressive values the them,” he said. “We haven’t done that in the Sen- Wheels For Wishes benefiting last few years and setting the stage for a unified ate in two years. We don’t know what is on the Democratic front.” agenda before the meeting, and the only Senate Stewart-Cousins will make history by be- bills that make it to the floor are Republican bills, coming the first African-American female leader or bills from IDC senators. ax in Albany next January, if Senate Democrats can “I’m hoping Democrats don’t do the same Hudson Valley 100% T hold onto their current majority by winning 32 thing – I think we can have better government if Senate seats in November. we truly reach out to the minority,” continued Lat- *Free Vehicle/Boat Pickup ANYWHERE Deductible *We Accept All Vehicles Running or Not It will be almost impossible for Senate Re- imer, whose bi-partisanship dates back to his time *100% Tax Deductible publicans to go from their current 29 Senate as chairman of the County Board of Legislators, WheelsForWishes.org Call: (914) 468-4999 members to 32 members in this fall’s elections. when nonpartisan redistricting and committee Republican Leader Dean Skelos from Long Is- chairs given out to Republicans and Democrats land wasn’t worried or impressed by the Demo- were part of his leadership accomplishments. 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Now, however, Margaret has added another MD, as she just graduated from medical school. Margaret attended St. Eugene’s parish school from kindergarten through fifth grade, then attended and graduated from the Ursuline School in New Rochelle. She attended SUNY Albany, where she majored in biology as gradu- ated with Presidential honors. Margaret volunteered in the Albany medical center, and volunteered at a clinic in the Bronx and at Montefiore Children’s Hospital over the summer breaks. She then attended New York Medical College in Valhalla and graduated May 22 with her MD. She will complete her three year residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City in internal medicine and hopes to con- tinue on for another three years with a fellowship in cardiology most likely. Margaret was honored at a reception held in May at the Old Stone Mill Restaurant, with fam- ily and friends congratulating her accomplish- ment and wishing her well in her career. Congratulations, Margaret, You’ve made us Sandra Nunez and Rabbi Rigoberto Emmanuel on their wedding day. proud and glad We bet this graduation is the best you ever Story and photos by Robert Kalfus Nuñez, using her master’s degree in edu- had Rabbi Rigoberto Emmanuel Viñas and San- cational psychology, has educated and nurtured Now you’re off to Lenox Hill to start your dra Nuñez were wed July 6 at the Lincoln Park children in her work as the founder and director new career Jewish Center, where Viñas has served the mod- of a school in Santiago de los Caballeros, and And we have just renamed you the Doctor ern Orthodox congregation since 2003. hopes to use her skills, talents and experience to Margaret Ann Daly, MD of the Year! Viñas and Nuñez met at the synagogue’s an- nurture children here. nual Chanukah party, and decided to marry and Viñas has three daughters from his first mar- spend their lives together in furtherance of their riage. Nuñez, born and raised in the Dominican Jewish faith, to teach and perform loving acts of Republic, and joins several members of her fam- Torah, and spread kindness, love and perform ily living here in New York. Serving Our Country acts of kindness in their devotion to God. The couple plans to live in Yonkers and Viñas, in addition to his work as rabbi of the raise a family. Navy Airman Recruit Jack Tignola, son of tle Stations,” an exercise that gives recruits the synagogue, is a chaplain of the Yonkers Police More than 300 people attended the wedding Augustine Tignola of Yonkers and Michell Mar- skills and confidence they need to succeed in the Department, teaches in the Jewish studies de- at the Modern Orthodox Synagogue, now in its tinez of Brick, N.J., recently completed U.S. fleet. “Battle Stations” is designed to galvanize partment at City College of the City University 76th year in Yonkers, and 9,000 people attended Navy basic training at Recruit Training Com- the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedica- of New York, and acts as a sofer – a Torah scribe online, watching and listening as the wedding mand, Great Lakes, Ill. tion, teamwork and endurance in each recruit – to write and repair Torahs and other Jewish was streamed to the rabbi’s worldwide students During the eight-week program, Tignola through the practical application of basic Navy written works. of Torah. completed classroom study and practical instruc- skills and the core values of honor, courage and tion on naval customs, and training in first aid, commitment. Its distinctly “‘Navy”’ flavor was firefighting, water safety and survival, and ship- designed to take into account what it means to board and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also be a sailor. placed on physical fitness. Tignola is a 2012 graduate of Brick Town- Satellite Tax Offices The capstone event of boot camp is “Bat- ship High School in Brick, N.J. Available to Residents Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced “Our Satellite Office has been a huge suc- last week that he is launching a mayor’s Satel- cess because it brings City Hall to you,” he said. lite Tax Office. It will be held Tuesday, July 15 “For many residents, especially seniors, it can Historic Agreement Between at Homefield House, 911 Saw Mill River Road; be difficult to visit City Hall during the day. I Wednesday, July 16 at Coyne Park Community encourage Yonkers residents to take advantage Center, 777 McLean Ave.; and Thursday, July of the services our Satellite Office provides.” City & YPS Saves $10M 17 at Grinton I. Will Library, 1500 Central Park In addition to accepting tax payments, the An historic stipulation was signed last week be negotiated with their labor leaders.” Ave. mayor’s Office of Constituent Services will be by the City of Yonkers and Service Employees Through an Inter-Municipal Agreement On those dates, the Mayor’s Office of Con- on hand to serve as a one-stop shop for residents International Union President Dominic Savarese, outlining a consolidation plan between the city stituent Services and the city’s Tax Department and offer assistance with a wide range of issues. who represents city employees, agreeing to ac- and the BOE, signed earlier this month, the city will be available from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. all three The office works one-on-one with residents and cept 45 Yonkers Board of Education employees is taking over several non-academic departments days to meet with Yonkers residents and accept serves as a link between the public and govern- and Civil Service Employee Association mem- from the school district, such as human resourc- city tax payments, which are due July 18. ment agencies at the city, state and federal lev- bers becoming city employees and SEIU mem- es, legal, finance, public information and Inter- Spano held his first satellite office last year els. bers. This comes six months after Mayor Mike net technology. As a result, New York State will at the Coyne Park Senior Center, and then ex- For more information, residents can con- Spano was informed of a $55 million overstate- provide the city with an additional $28 million panded it to three locations and three days in tact the Office of Constituent Services at 914- ment by the BOE, which prompted a revamping in state aid to fill the budget gap due to the ac- October, December and April 2014. He said 377-6010 during regular business hours, or the of how the district’s finances are overseen. counting error. hundreds of Yonkers residents have attended mayor’s Help Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a With the agreement, 52 BOE employees “We have undertaken unprecedented gov- and paid their taxes at the satellite office. week at 377-HELP (4357). were officially transferred to the City of Yonkers. ernance reform thanks to our governor, state The remaining BOE employees who did not be- delegation, our City Council, the Board of Edu- come SEIU members continue as unrepresented cation trustees and our school superintendent, employees of the city. bringing this six-month process to an end,” said The agreement is part of an overall consoli- Spano. “We have a lot more work ahead of us dation plan between the City and the BOE, sav- but have come a long way, and today’s agree- Children’s Museum Seeks Volunteers ing the Yonkers Public Schools employees their ment paves the way for additional reform and The Westchester Children’s Museum is in days and Sundays from noon to 3 p.m. positions and $10 million. cost savings.” need of adult, college and high school volunteers Volunteers are needed through September. “After news of the budget overstatement Six months ago, Yonkers Public Schools to welcome children and their families on the For more information, visit www.discover- earlier this year, we were facing massive layoffs revealed a $55 million budget overstatement, boardwalk of Rye Playland this summer, Tues- WCM.org, email Executive Director Tracy Kay at and cuts to restored school programs, but with presenting a challenge for the city unlike any days to Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Satur- [email protected] or call 914-421-5050. state legislative reforms and now the last piece in recent memory. While many feared the worst of consolidation merging the city and the BOE, for Yonkers schools, Spano, working with Gov. we are saving the BOE $10 million and all 52 Andrew Cuomo, Yonkers state delegation and positions,” said Spano. “These employees and the City Council, passed a plan for the Board of departments will now be working on behalf of Education that would close the deficit and pro- the BOE and the City of Yonkers in its entirety. tect classrooms, programs and teachers without Real Estate Closings “We were handed a unique situation when placing the burden on property taxpayers. The the Board of Education announced its $55 mil- plan also provides sweeping governance reform, Flat Fee $799 lion overstatement,” he continued. “While I un- consolidating several non-academic functions of derstand the uneasiness of our BOE staff under the BOE with the city, freeing additional dollars the circumstances, I want to let them to know to educate students and to avoid program cuts, Semi retired Ivy league lawyer with the intentions of our administration were to save while providing a new level of oversight and vast experience in all transactions their positions first, along with base salaries, accountability over how tax dollars are spent in health coverage and seniority. Other items will Yonkers. Nobody does it better. martinbepsteinlaw.com 914 358-3288

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Stewart-Cousins has always stated that years, Latimer has worked with Republicans on “the people have spoken and the IDC should lis- NOTICE OF SALE Common Core education standards and criminal ten to the will of the people.” She now appears to SUPREME COURT WESTCHESTER COUNTY justice issues. have her wish, and is close to breaking the barrier CYTL 2011, Plaintiff (s), vs. RAVINE GARDENS CORPORATION, RAVINE GARDENS “We need to stop the vitriolic attack style in New York State government of having three or CONDOMINIUM, NEW way of governing,” he said. “Nobody wants to four men in a room determining the state budget YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, SERVICE EMPLOY- solve the problems, but only to blame the other every year. EES, YTL 2009, T10 FUNDING, and CITY OF YONKERS, Defendant(s). side, and both parties do it.” Stewart-Cousins outlined what has happened ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF: Barry Nesson Law P.C., Many of the Senate and Assembly seats up in the Senate over the past two years, and her vi- 700 White Plains Road, Scarsdale, New York 10583 for election this year in Westchester will not have sion for the next two years in her closing remarks Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated June 5, any opposition, primarily because of an inability to the Senate’s session this year. 2014, I, the Referee will sell at public auction in the lobby of the Westchester County by county Republicans to find any candidates to “I think about the unfortunate history that Courthouse, 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., White Plains, New York 10601, on the challenge popular incumbent Democrats like As- was created last year in this chamber when two 18th day of July, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. premises in the City of Yonkers, New York known as tax map number Section 2; Block 2118; Lot 192 Premises will be sold subject to provi- sembly members Amy Paulin, David Buchwald groups came together to disenfranchise the ma- sions of a filed judgment and terms of sale. and Steve Otis, and Latimer – whose victory two jority of elected Democrats, to seize power, and A third party Bidder shall be required to deposit 100% of the approximate judgment years ago in the hottest contested Senate race in thwart the will of the electorate,” she said. “While amount due upon the Judgment of Foreclosure, estimated to be $8,700 or 10% of the New York State has turned into an uncontested we were not given our rightful place in the major- bid, whichever is greater. election this year, to date. ity, we understood that this is about serving the BID DEPOSIT CHECK(S) MUST BE BY BANK OR CERTIFIED CHECK(S) DIRECTLY people of New York and providing leadership so PAYABLE TO THE REFEREE. CASH PAYMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. BIDS IN we put our disappointment aside, rolled up our LESS THAN $500 INCREMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ENDORSED sleeves and got to work. We used the power of CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, our votes and the power of our voices to help pass some wonderful achievements. Index Number: 57854/2012 Dated: June, 2014 “Right out of the gate we stood with our gov- ______ernor to enact the Safe Act,” continued Stewart- Stuart Ball, Esq., Referee Cousins. “We provided the crucial number of Proudly serving the City of Yonkers votes for this important legislation. We passed #1274 06/27/14 – 07/18/14 our third and fourth consecutive on-time budgets. We passed legislation to grow our economy and Nick Sprayregen, Publisher create jobs. We increased funding for our schools and funded statewide universal pre-kindergarten. [email protected] CORPORATION NOTICE We created tools to combat the heroin scourge CITY OF YONKERS-NEW YORK Daniel J. Murphy, Editor-in-Chief facing our state. We provided some tax relief – al- though not enough, in my opinion – to thousands [email protected] of New Yorkers; we revised our common core im- Notice is hereby given that the fiscal affairs of the City of Yonkers for the period begin- plementation and teacher evaluation system and ning on July 1, 2014 and ending on June 30, 2015, have been examined by the Office Bayan Baker, Assistant to Editor-in-Chief we helped change the conversation away from a of the NY State Comptroller and that the report of examination performed by the Office [email protected] certain veto of the medical marijuana legislation of the State Comptroller has been filed in my Office where it is available as a public re- to a compromise, allowing us to provide much- cord for inspection by all interested persons. Pursuant to Section thirty-five of the NYS Paul Gerken, Advertising Sales needed pain relief to the people who need it the General Municipal Law, the City Counsel of the City of Yonkers may, in its discretion, most. prepare a written response to the report of examination performed by the Office of the [email protected] State Comptroller and file any such response in my office as a public record for inspec- “But we also must talk about the failures that tion by all interested persons not later than September 29, 2014. were a result of the unfortunate agreement I men- Gregory Baldwin, Administrative Asst. tioned earlier,” she concluded. “We failed to help [email protected] more than 1 million hard-working New Yorkers rise out of bone-crushing poverty by not raising the minimum wage enough, and not giving our local governments the option to raise it on their VINCENT SPANO Member of the New York own…We failed to stand up for women’s health City Clerk Press Association and equality by not passing the entire women’s 914-965-4000 Fax 914-965-2892 equality act. We failed to provide enough real 25 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, mandate relief to our local governments. We NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN NY 10701 failed to provide even stronger ethics and cam- www.risingmediagroup.com that an Order entered by the Supreme Court, Westchester County, on the 13th day paign finance reforms including public financing. of June 2014, bearing Index Number 1461/14, a copy of which may be examined at And we failed to provide equal access to educa- the Office of the Clerk, 110 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, White Plains, New York 10601 Yonkers Rising - USPS Permit #7164 tional opportunities to all children by not passing grants the infant Aleah Michelle Infante Peralta the right, to assume the name Aleah is published weekly by Rising Media the Dream Act.” Group, LLC 25 Warburton Ave., Yonkers, Michelle Peralta. Present address is: 350 Itelena Avenue, Yonkers, NY, 10710. Infant’s N.Y. 10701 So far, the media has dubbed Gov. Cuomo date of birth is: 9/28/13 and the infant’s place of birth is Montefiore Medical Center, Periodicals Postage Paid • Yonkers, N.Y. and Sen. Klein the winners as a result of the Sen- Bronx, New York. POSTMASTER ate Democratic agreement. However, we see Send address changes to: #3113 07/11/2014 Rising Media Group, LLC, Westchester, and Sen. Stewart-Cousins, as the 25 Warburton Ave., Yonkers, N.Y. 10701 other possible winners in 2015. Friday, July 11, 2014 - Yonkers Rising - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care Social Security Q&A Adopt Frankie Today! By Julissa Javier If you have a bank or financial institution Social Security assistant district manager, account, you should have the account number Yonkers available so we can deposit your benefits di- Question: What information do I need to rectly into your account. Learn more about SSI apply for Supplemental Security Income? by reading our online publication, “Supple- Answer: Following are some of the things mental Security Income,” available at www. we will ask for when you apply for SSI; even socialsecurity.gov/pubs. if you do not have all of the things listed, apply Q: My application for SSI based on my anyway, and the people in the Social Security disability was recently denied. Can I appeal the office can help you. But keep in mind that the decision? more information you can provide, the faster A: Yes, if you disagree with a disability the decision process will be. decision made on your claim, you can appeal You will need: your Social Security num- it. The steps you can take are explained in our ber, birth certificate or other proof of your online publication, “Your Right To Question A age, and information about the home where Decision Made On Your Supplemental Securi- you live, such as your mortgage or your lease ty Income Claim,” available at www.socialse- and landlord’s name; payroll slips, bank state- curity.gov/pubs. ments, insurance policies, burial fund records Also, you have the right to be represented and other information about your income and by an attorney or other qualified person of your the things you own; the names, addresses and choice. You can request your appeal online at telephone numbers of doctors, hospitals and www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices. Select clinics that you have been to (if you are apply- the “Appeal a Decision” link and follow the ing for SSI because you are disabled or blind); instructions. To learn more, read our online and proof of U.S. citizenship or eligible non- publication, “Your Right To Representation,” citizen status. available at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs. Spanish-Speaking Volunteers Sought for Health Program Westchester County Executive Robert As- provider; rather, it helps to enhance better health torino has announced that the county is seeking outcomes. Friendly Frankie needs a home. Spanish-speaking volunteers to teach workshops DSPS Commissioner Mae Carpenter said Frankie is a bully breed dog about 1 year old with dogs or cats. He is a good tempered dog that will help seniors manage chronic conditions that when seniors take care of their health, their and weighing 55 pounds. He came to the shelter with a great personality, not too rowdy – but not such as arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, quality of life vastly improves. “I hope many a few weeks ago as a stray that was found in a shy either. depression and heart disease. people will volunteer,” she said. “Tomando is parking lot in Yonkers. He is the best behaved, Visit Frankie at the Yonkers Animal Shelter, A medical background is not needed. such a valuable program.” friendliest dog, with nice leash and kennel man- 1000 Ridge Hill Blvd., between 11 a.m. and 4 “I encourage all Spanish-speaking adults CDSMP was developed by the Division of ners – he was definitely someone’s pet. p.m. weekdays, or noon and 4 p.m. weekends. to consider giving their time to this worthwhile Family and Community Medicine at Stanford Frankie thinks he is a lap dog, but of course For more information, call 914-377-6730 during program,” said Astorino. “It is a terrific way to University’s School of Medicine and is taught he is much too large for that. He is gentle and business hours or 201-981-3215 at any time, or contribute to the community and help seniors today in 30 states and 15 countries. would be a good family companion for those email [email protected]. live healthier lives.” The volunteers will follow the model teach- The free program is called “Tomando Con- ing program from Stanford and also receive trol de su Salud” (take control of your health). It additional training to lead discussions to help is the Spanish version of the Livable Communi- seniors gain insights into their health-related be- We All Know One ties Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, haviors. Prospective volunteers must commit to By Ann Muro He believes that spending which is taught in English and has become in- four days of training, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to Many years ago, while having lunch with money is just a waste of time creasingly popular since the county Department become certified, and must agree to co-lead at my college classmates, we began talking about When friends go out to dinner of Senior Programs and Services introduced it in least two workshops a year. our boyfriends or fiancés. I recall one classmate and the tip’s 20 percent Westchester several years ago. The workshops take place at community- who informed us she was calling it quits with He says he cannot chip in, needs Tomando empowers seniors to enhance based locations in Westchester such as houses hers, and when we asked why, she replied that he that money toward his rent their quality of life through a better understand- of worship, senior centers and housing develop- was too “parsimonious.” But in his room there is a safe ing of why physical activity, healthy eating and ments. They are held one day per week for six We knew what that meant, chuckled a bit, locked tightly and secure stress management are so important. consecutive weeks, and each session is two and and went back to class. I’ll bet that he has mega bucks – They also learn how to correctly use their a half hours. I recently thought about that day many a bet I’d win for sure medications and improve communications with For more information, contact Rebecca moons ago and came up with a parsimonious He doesn’t have a girlfriend their health care providers and family. The pro- Bent at 914-813-6263 or rqbe@westchestergov. poem. Here it goes: and do you wonder why? gram is not a substitute for a senior’s health care com. They say he’s parsimonious – Cause spending money on her that really means he’s cheap would only make him cry It also means his pockets are You never see Wells Fargo anything but deep following a hearse He doesn’t do much shopping – So the bottom line to you, my Developmental Psychologist wears the same things all the time friend, is open up your purse! Presents Annual Lecture at SLC The Child Development Institute at Sarah In 2006, Harris received a Guggenheim Lawrence College is hosting the 2014 “Thomas Award. H. Wright Lecture: Asking Questions and Trust- His book on children’s understanding of ing What You’re Told by Paul Harris, PhD,” on emotion, “Children and Emotion,” was pub- th Monday, July 14 at 4:30 p.m. in the Donnelley lished in 1989 and his book on play and imagi- Celebrating our 125 Anniversary Theatre of the Heimbold Visual Arts Center. nation, “The Work of the Imagination,” was pub- Spanish and The lecture is free and open to the public, but lished in 2000. Arabic speaking advance registration is required. An informal re- He currently studies how young children providers are ception will follow the event. learn about history, science and religion on the available Harris is a developmental psychologist basis of what trusted informants tell them. His with an interest in the development of cogni- latest book, “Trusting What You’re Told: How tion, emotion and imagination. After studying Children Learn from Others,” which describes psychology at the universities of Sussex and Ox- this research, was published by Harvard Univer- ford, he taught at the University of Lancaster, the sity Press in May 2012. It received the Eleanor Free University of Amsterdam, and the London Maccoby Award from the American Psychologi- School of Economics. In 1980, he moved to Ox- cal Association and the Book Award of the Cog- ford where he became professor of developmen- nitive Development Society. tal psychology and fellow of St. John’s College. The annual Thomas H. Wright Lecture, in- In 2001, he began teaching at Harvard Uni- augurated in 1995, honors Wright’s dedication versity, where he holds the Victor S. Thomas to Sarah Lawrence College and his long service Professorship of Education. He is also a fel- on the Board of Trustees. An endowment, es- low of the British Academy and the Norwegian tablished by the Leon Lowenstein Foundation, Academy of Science and Letters. funds the lecture. INTRODUCING THE LATEST MEMBER OF THE SAINT JOSEPH’S FAMILY group returned to Bashford for a welcome YCSD Walking treat of berries with cream and good conver- Saint Joseph’s Family Medicine Continued from Page 10 sation. 415 South Broadway The tour raised $1,400 for the Friends of Yonkers, NY 10705 intersection of Riverdale Avenue and Main the YCSD. 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Members of the Suburban Brawl and the Tiger Bay Brawlers roller derby teams.

The game was exciting and the outcome Women’s Roller in doubt right up till the end, with the hom- Continued from Page 1 eteam Suburban Brawl prevailing. PAL board member John Harrigan, who coordinated Wales team is ranked number five in Europe the activities, said there will be future roller and number 102 in the world. The team comes derby competitions at PAL, on Sept. 18 when from Cardiff, Wales, the hometown of Shirley the Backyard Bullies take on Strong Island; Bassey and Tom Jones. and Oct. 18 when Suburban Brawl will play The Suburban Brawlers are from West- against the GSR from Bound Maidens. chester County and ranked number 85 in the For more information, visit www.subur- world. biarollerderby.com..

Staff of the Suburban Brawl with their banner at PAL. Daniel Lerner of White Plains as Joe Boyd; Little Radical Stephanie Lourenco of Bronxville as Gloria Continued from Page 2 Thorpe; Wylie Jay Cohen of Bronx as Van Bu- ren; Ty Pearsons of New York City as Rocky; married for 50 years and have five children, 18 to victory over the juggernaut that is (or was) Cory Lawson of NYC as Smokey; Rooney Honored grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. the New York Yankees, along the way, gets se- Alejandro Funes of New Rochelle as So- Continued from Page 2 For many years, Jane was a member of the duced by the Devil’s sexy assistant, Lola. As the hovik; Jack McGuirk of Pelham as Henry/Mr. St. Vincent women’s auxiliary in Westchester. Senators’ stats soar, Joe realizes the true worth of Welch; Patrick Dwyer of Bronx as Linville/Mr. director of the Pittsburgh Steelers and was a The two are also members of the Everglades the beloved wife (and life) he’s left behind, and Lynch; Robin Westle of Yonkers as Sister; and long-time owner of the team with his brothers. Club in Palm Beach and Timothy was a direc- looks for a loophole. Erin Augis of NYC as Doris. He is also business manager of the family- tor of the Hospice in Palm Beach. Little Radical Theatrics continues its mis- Performances will take place at the Grinton owned Shamrock Farm in Maryland, one of “This is an incredible honor for myself sion to re-imagine yesterday’s favorites for to- I Will Library, 1500 Central Ave., Yonkers, on the oldest horse breeding farms in Maryland. and my family,” said Timothy Rooney. “But day’s audiences with this summertime sizzler! July 18 at 8 p.m., July 19 at 2 and 8 p.m., and Rooney is a director of the United States it is the generosity of so many that allows the The production stars Marc Raco as Apple- July 20 at 3 p.m. Trotting Association as well as past director of CYO to help tens of thousands of New York gate; Erica Christine Barton of Ossining as Lola; For tickets, visit www.brownpapertickets. the Ireland Fund. He also owns a stud farm in youth of all religions. Through youth minis- Corey Moss of Great Neck as Joe Hardy; Katie com or call 1-800-838-3006. For information on County Kildare, Ireland with the Dargan fam- try, retreat centers, sports programs, cultural Luekens Chan Chee of Fleetwood as Meg Boyd; group tickets, call 914-589-1669. ily and has bred Standard bred and thorough- activities, summer camps and so much more, bred horses for more than 40 years and is still we help today’s youth become tomorrow’s currently breeding and training them. leaders and fill their futures with promise and Rooney and his wife, June, have been hope.” can City that sets the example for our country Spotorno First to work with corporate leaders, labor leaders Continued from Page 1 and elected officials, and offer American -cor porations overseas the opportunity to return to Sit near Glenview’s Great Hall fireplace residents out of the abyss of poverty.” America, and Yonkers, by providing tax breaks Summer Family and listen to a story about this old house told by Spotorno, a Democrat, is the owner-op- and incentives that do not bankrupt our city and Continued from Page 2 a Glenview Explainer. Find out about the Victo- erator of Park Avenue Elevator Designs and the taxpayers.” rian family who lived more than 100 years ago Parkline Elevator Inspections. Spotorno’s announcement raises the ques- This performance is for kids age 3 and in a “make believe” tea party. “I firmly believe that good-paying jobs tion of who, if anyone other than Spotorno, older. * Family Studio: Arts and Science Projects and education are the key to success, and al- will challenge Spano next year. While Spano Puppetry Arts Theatre offers original musi- on Saturdays and Sundays in July from 1 to 4 ways have been,” he said. “Jobs for our people has not made any announcement of his inten- cals often with live orchestras and staged plays p.m. in Yonkers will help us properly fund our chil- tions to seek re-election, it is widely believed for youth and families, as well as productions Creative activities inspired by the muse- dren’s education and our infrastructure. We also that he will run for a second term as mayor of for teens and adults. Performances feature so- um’s collections and exhibitions, led by junior need to run our city as a business, with respect Westchester’s largest city, and New York State’s cial and moral storylines relevant to each indi- docents and arts and science professionals. On to the taxpayers, and eliminate unnecessary po- fourth-largest city, in 2015. vidual target audience. Saturdays discover how the spectroscope has sitions in city government. We also can’t leave Elected as the first Democratic Yonkers On July 20, PAT will present “FuzzBuck- helped us find out what the stars are made of, out our bravest firefighters and strongest team- mayor in 16 years, Spano easily defeated Re- ets.” even though we’ve never touched one; and on sters, who haven’t received a raise in more than publican Councilman John Murtagh in 2011. The Puppetry Arts Theater cast, known as Saturdays and Sundays, look at Mandy Greer’s five years.” Over the past three years, Spano, a former Re- FuzzBuckets, discovers there is an audience of bird designs and create your own feathered Spotorno said that if elected, he will ac- publican, has sought consensus and bipartisan- kids in front of them expecting a show! The cape. cept a salary of $51,000, and return $100,000 ship government, working with Democrats and FuzzBuckets scramble to figure out how to put The programs are free with museum ad- to the city, while the current mayoral salary is Republicans on the City Council on a variety on a last-minute show with songs and jokes. In mission, which is $6 for adults, $3 for youth age $151,000. of issues. the end, with outstanding teamwork, the Fuzz- 3 to 18, or $4 for seniors age 62 and older or Spotorno ran for City Council president in There are no other, obvious candidates to Buckets put on a fantastic show for everyone! students with ID. Planetarium admission is $4 2013 but was knocked off the ballot before the run for mayor against Spano next year, on ei- This performance is for kids age 4 and for adults, $2 for youth age 3 to 18 and $3 for Democratic primary, despite collecting more ther side of the aisle. Former Council President older. seniors and students. than 2,500 signatures. Spotorno claims that Chuck Lesnick has moved onto a state job, and The events begin at 3:30 p.m. and are free Programs are free for members and chil- 1,000 of his signature were “lost” on their way lost the Democratic primary for mayor to Spano with museum admission. dren younger than 3. to the Board of Elections. three years ago; County Legislator Ken Jenkins Additional events at the Hudson River Mu- The Hudson River Museum is located at “I’m not seeking the permission or the OK now serves as the head of the Yonkers Industrial seum include: 511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers. For more infor- from any of the Democratic bosses this time Development Agency; and Assemblymember * Tea at Three on Sundays through Sept. mation, visit www.hrm.org or call 914-963- around,” he said. “That’s not what this cam- Shelley Mayer has said she has no interest in 14, from 3 to 3:30 p.m. 4550. paign will be about.” challenging Spano. What Spotorno’s campaign for mayor will The two senior Democrats on the City certainly be about is his personal cause to bring Council, Minority Leader Michael Sabatino back manufacturing jobs to the United States, and Christopher Johnson, will both be seek- Three Named years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in physi- and to Yonkers. “The chance of getting a good- ing re-election to their seats in 2015. The other cal education from Manhattan College and a paying job isn’t available to far too many in Democrat, Councilwoman Corazon Pindea, Continued from Page 1 master’s in educational computing from Iona Yonkers, especially our younger generations. was elected last year. College. She has coached Yonkers High School The right to earn a wage above the poverty level Any likely challenge to Spano would come Year represent every Yonkers teacher and the bowling since 1993, leading teams to numer- should be our mayor’s top priority. from the Republican Party in Yonkers. Coun- work they do for our students – inside the class- ous city, sectional and state titles. She has also “Next year should be the end of the Spa- cil Majority Leader John Larkin and Council room and out, on the clock and off, and often served as the YFT building representative since no era in Yonkers,” said Spotorno. “Serving President Liam McLaughlin are the two most times spending money out of their own pockets 2000. as mayor should not be about self interest, but prominent elected Republicans in the city, but to buy supplies for their students.” Hadala was nominated by several of her about giving the people a chance to succeed. I neither will likely have the interest of challeng- Family members, colleagues and stu- colleagues who stated that, though technically say: Enough is enough – let’s try something dif- ing the mayor. dents joined Spano, Board President Dr. Nader a phys-ed teacher, she can be observed teaching ferent. Let’s elect a mayor whose number one Former Mayor John Spencer has also been Sayegh, Yonkers Schools Superintendent Dr. all of the subjects during her lessons. priority is to bring new businesses and corpora- rumored as a possible candidate, but is unlikely Michael Yazurlo, Yonkers Councilman Michael Vazquez-Santiago, a native of Puerto Rico, tions into our city to provide the tax revenues to take the plunge. Sabatino and Yonkers Federation of Teachers has taught foreign language at Gorton High we need, and to provide our citizens with good- “I wanted to make this announcement President Pat Paleo, in recognizing the three School since 2004. She holds a bachelor’s de- paying jobs.” one year before the election so that I have the teachers: gree from CUNY at Brooklyn College and a In the weeks to come, Spotorno will be chance to meet with the people of Yonkers, and Umrichin has taught at Montessori School master’s from Fordham University. She was getting out his message of bringing jobs back not the power brokers who have subverted our 31 for 14 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree nominated by GHS Principal Gail Joyner- to America, and Yonkers, through his website, elections to serve their own self interests of from SUNY Binghamton, a master’s degree in White, who described her as a teacher “whose www.bringourjobshome.com. jobs, pensions and perks for their friends and literacy instruction from St. Thomas Aquinas ripple effect can be felt across the community.” He knows he will not get the support of the family,” said Spotorno. “Wouldn’t it be great to College, and American Montessori Society el- Vazquez-Santiago teaches the city’s im- Yonkers Democratic Committee, and addressed have a Yonkers that can afford to give raises to ementary certification for ages 6 through 9 from migrant community through free literacy and complaints that his message of bringing jobs our union workers, who haven’t been without a the Center for Montessori Education New York. English as a second language programs, which home is more of a national issue than a Yonkers raise in five years? To have a Yonkers that can Benay was nominated by four parents who she established, and trains her students to men- one. afford to provide our 27,000 children in the YPS described her as kind, compassionate and dedi- tor other kids at School 16 and School 9. “Ask the residents of Yonkers who are with a quality education? That is my dream for cated – “an educator that teachers each student For additional photos from the Teachers working two, three and four part-time jobs, the people of Yonkers.” individually and is always approachable to both of the Year awards ceremony, visit the city’s making minimum wage, if they want their Spotorno will also be seeking the Republi- students and parents.” Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cityo- mayor working to get them a good-paying job can, Independence and Working Families Party Hadala has taught at Enrico Fermi for 23 fyonkers. with benefits,” he said. “Yonkers can be Ameri- lines for mayor. FRiday, July 11, 2014 - yoNkeRs RisiNG - PaGe 9

Incoming Vice President Steven Castellano is recognized for his leadership of the PS 9 Play- ground Build Project.

Friends of Philipse Manor Hall President Shannon Daugherty with Richard Fitzgerald.

From left are 2014-15 Rotary Club of Yonkers/East Yonkers offi cers, Treasurer Manuel Cor- reia, outgoing Secretary Selly Vazquez, Vice President Steven Castellano, Secretary Peggy Murphy and President David Schildwachter.

Philpse Manor Hall at night. Photos by Donna Davis Photos by Donna Davis

with programs and events that include re-en- African-American actors in colonial dress; games and crafts; and Continued from Page 1 an ongoing “Movies Under the Stars” series On Friday, July 25 at 8:30 p.m., Philipse from noted soprano Yolanda Johnson, who Manor Hall will continue the series of family- headlined the event and helped make it a suc- friendly movies shown on a big screen on the cess, as well as pianist Michael Eisenberg, back lawn. Cool down with one of 2013’s hit baritone Otho Farrow and the “Bishop of Jazz” movies, “Frozen.” Rio Clemente; and artwork by Madge Scott. “Since its incorporation in 1996, FPMH Auction items included two tickets to the has endeavored to provide educational and “Lion King,” including a backstage tour; a entertaining programming to encourage visi- Club members at the annual meeting include, from left, (standing) Jeffrey Landsman, Lee 1902 copy of the book “Yonkers Illustrated;” tation to PMH and to foster support and ap- Oppenheimer, Greg Arcaro, Bina Ahmad, Debbie DiMiceli, Steven Castellano, Dave Schild- original artwork, including a portrait of Billie preciation for this beloved state historic site,” wachter, Frank Coppola, Rich Bloom, Harvey Bernstein, Shahid Latif, Manuel Correia, Mah- bub Ahmad, (seated) Peggy Murphy, Selly Vazquez, Sundra Ingemanson and Joban Kaur. Holiday by Madge Scott and two framed pho- said Daugherty to attendees. “Our fundraising tographs of Philipse Manor Hall by Donna Da- efforts allow us to provide free and low-cost organizations, including Kaboom! and Morgan vis; and a $250 gift certifi cate toward a non- events throughout the year that inspire, edu- Rotary Awards Stanley, participated in the build, mixing 20,000 credit class at Sarah Lawrence College. cate and entertain children and adults alike.” Continued from Page 1 pounds of concrete and moving 135 cubic yards Congratulations to FPMH President For more information on becoming a of mulch, completing the playground in less than Shannon Daugherty and the Board of Direc- FPMH, visit philipsemanorfriends.blogspot. of new members. The club now has 33 members, fi ve hours June 12. tors for keeping this Yonkers treasure alive, com.. having merged the Rotary Club of Yonkers and The annual Community Service Scholarship Rotary Club of East Yonkers last July. Award went to Lawrence Lee, a senior at Saun- The club also received a certifi cate of appre- ders Trades and Technical High School in Yon- ciation from the Yonkers Board of Education for kers, whose mother was also in attendance. Law- service to the community. rence has been quite active in numerous volunteer Welcoming the seven new members, Schil- activities while a student at Saunders. dwachter highlighted last year’s community Speaking at the ceremony, he said he plans to service projects, which included distribution of take his love of volunteering and participating in pencils to all 80 fi rst-grade classes at YPS, grants community service with him to the Rochester In- and packing of food for Yonkers food pantries, stitute of Technology, which he will be attending distribution of calculators to eighth-graders at college in the fall, majoring in electrical engineer- PS 16 (thanks to a grant from Mahopac National ing. Because of his service to many volunteer and Bank), contribution of $5,000 to a project to help service groups, Lawrence was asked to consider 300 children in Staten Island recover from post- initiating a Rotaract Club at RIT, which is the traumatic stress after Hurricane Sandy, grants to college-level group of Rotary. 10 local organizations to provide services to the A special tribute was paid to the late Hon. community, and recognition of YPS administrator Royden A. Letsen, a Rotarian for more than 50 of the year. years with the Rotary Club of Yonkers/East Yon- Other achievements pointed out by Schild- kers by member Shahid Latif. Letsen was the wachter include new by-laws, the new club ban- epitome of “Service Above Self,” the motto of all ner and the Rotary 4-Way Test banner. Rotarians. He was truly an asset to all of Rotary The biggest achievement of the year was The evening ended with the induction of in- building the new playground for PS 9, for which coming President Dave Schildwachter, Vice Pres- Project Manager Steven Castellano was honored ident Steven Castellano, Secretary Peggy Murphy with a standing ovation. In a video presentation of and Treasurer Manuel Correia. the playground build, Castellano said nearly 200 For more information, visit the club online at volunteers from various corporate and service www.eastyonkersrotary.org. Taste The Tradition... LET US HOST YOUR NEXT SPECIAL EVENT... IN OUR PRIVATE PARTY ROOM WESTCHESTER’S FINEST LOCATION FOR SHOWERS •REHEARSAL DINNERS INTIMATE WEDDINGS (UP TO 60 PEOPLE)

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Walking tour attendees visit St. John’s Episcopal Church.

Yonkers Veterans Services Director Lou Navarro, Assemblymember Shelley Mayer, Council Minority Leader Michael Sabatino, Assemblyman Gary Pretlow, State Sen. Andrea Stewart- Cousins and Councilman Christopher Johnson.

Artist Richard Haas and his famed murals of Yonkers on Warburton Avenue.

By Donna Davis The Yonkers Committee for Smart De- velopment held a June 21 walking tour of historic locations downtown, which was led by Yonkers Historical Society member and historian Bob Piwinski. A group of 40 started the afternoon with refreshments and a raffl e at the historic black- Eleanor Nader receives an honor from Sen. Stewart-Cousins. smith building at 2 Bashford St., made avail- able by owner Robert Hothan. Piwinski gave each person a histori- cal study guide of papers and maps of the old downtown Yonkers, and several vintage photographs that showed how industry had changed the face of a rapidly growing city. The tour started at Van der Donck Park, then on to the train station, Trolley Barn, Gazette Building, St. John’s Episcopal Church, and North Broadway to see the Wheeler Building that sits atop the Nepperhan River. Artist Richard J. Haas spoke about his The entryway at the Yonkers Train Station. murals, “Gateway to the Waterfront,” at the Continued on Page 7 Photos by Donna Davis

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