VOL. 6 NO. 30 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 23 CLASSIFIEDS 22 LEISURE 20 OPINION 8 TOWN CROSSING 5 SPORTS 16 Vincent Pastore Performs pg 3 SOPRANO Visit TapIntoKLT.net for the latest news. PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID WEST CALDWELL, NJ PERMIT #992 John Jay field hockey has been on a tear, including a thrilling victory over Rye last week! Read more about the Wolves’ winning ways on page 18! BY TOM BARTLEY CONTRIBUTING WRITER Bedford has joined a class action suit against E.I. DuPont and the 3M Co. that will divvy up a pot of more than $10 billion. Under a proposed settlement, the companies have agreed to pay $1.185 billion (DuPont) and at least $10.5 billion to as much as $12.5 billion (3M) to resolve complaints of per-and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) water contamination. With relatively little PFAS contamination— only a reserve well at The Farms exceeds state standards for the manmade chemicals’ presence, Public Works Commissioner Kevin Winn told the Town Board’s Oct. 3 meeting—Bedford officially chose to forgo a separate lawsuit. Bedford opts in for cut of PFAS settlement Lewisboro weighs options SEE PFAS PAGE 4 attack! Jojo Degl CamScanner
PAGE 2 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER Mast Market was heavily damaged by a two-alarm fire that broke out just before midnight in Mount Kisco on Monday, Oct. 2. Located in the heart of the business district, the organic market and café was renowned for its house-roasted coffee, freshly milled flour, pastries, organic teas, and artisanal chocolate. Brothers Rick and Michael Mast opened Mast at 92 South Moger Ave. in 2019, taking over the space once occupied by Heller’s Shoes. According to Mount Kisco Assistant Fire Chief Matt Hollis, the call came in as a commercial fire alarm. That underscores the importance of the devices, especially at night when a business might not be occupied, he said, adding that the fire might have gone unchecked until someone passing by smelled smoke or saw flames. Several decades ago, a fire took out a chunk of businesses right up the block under similar circumstances. So “it could have been a lot worse,” he added. It took firefighters about 40 minutes to contain the blaze, which did not spread to adjacent businesses and apartments. Residents who were evacuated got the okay to return to their homes. Firefighters were at the scene, however, for more than seven hours as they searched for hot spots and looked for possible flare-ups. About 70 firefighters, representing eight companies (Mount Kisco, Bedford Hills, Yorktown, Katonah, Chappaqua, Millwood, Valhalla, and Briarcliff), were at the scene. No civilians or firefighters were injured, Hollis said. Although the cause is under investigation, the fire appears to have started in the market’s storage area, the chief said. The Mast brothers were at the scene as well. “It’s just devastating when something like this happens to something you’ve put all that hard work into,” Hollis said. The Masts have a second retail operation on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. The market also sold sustainable kitchen essentials and cookbooks. Home and hospitality guru Martha Stewart blogged about Mast Market in 2019, saying she loves visiting local shops because “it’s inspiring to learn about other businesses and their specialties.” The Bedford resident especially enjoyed seeing how the chocolate was made, calling it “bean to bar.” The Masts were featured in season two of “Martha Cooks,” her show on the Roku channel. Calling them “capable, intelligent, scrappy, and resourceful” and an “important part of our business community,” Mayor Gina Picinich was confident that the Masts would recover. “Nothing will keep them down; they will find a way,” she said Tuesday. Fire closes Mast Market Fire crews responded to a commercial alarm just before midnight on Oct. 2. PHOTOS: TOM WALOGORSKY Mast Market had been open since 2019. V O TE F O R DON SC O T T FO R B E DFO R D T O W N C OUN C I L Local Roots, Committed to Bedford Don first moved to Bedford Village in 4th grade and his love for our community has only grown since. After graduating from Vanderbilt, Don returned to Katonah to raise his family and build a business. Proven Track Record on the Town Board Fiscal Responsibility: Held the line on taxes while maintaining a AAA bond rating. Infrastructure Investment: Increased investments in roads and town assets. Critical Road Paving: Fought to get I-684 paved, addressing safety and noise. Protecting Our Youth: Stopped the sale of vaping products in our hamlets. Supporting Community Groups: Reduced the fees paid for town services. V OTE FO R MIKE P A L LADIN O FO R B EDFO R D T O WN C OUNCIL A True Bedford Love Story Mike moved to Bedford in 2016 but has ties dating back over two decades including being a Camp Counselor at the Bedford Hills Day Camp where he entertained campers at the very same Community House that is now right outside his living room window. His first job out of college – a sports marketing firm on Adams Street – was where he met his now wife, Nell. Service Before Self Motivated by his profound engagement in the community, Mike seeks a Town Board seat to provide Bedford residents with enhanced representation and commitment. WE CAN DO BETTER MIKE PALLADINO & DON SCOTT FOR BEDFO R D T O W N BO A R D Don & Mike celebrating Flag Day 2023 at the Bedford Hills Community House. [email protected] 914-263-9681 www.MikeForBedford.com [email protected] 914-262-7697 www.DonForBedford.com “I come with a neighborly spirit, not a politician’s agenda.” -Mike Palladino Paid for by Bedford United 2023
BY EMILE MENASCHÉ CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Vinny Pastore has a problem. He’s exactly on time for our Zoom interview to talk about his Thursday, Oct. 19 show at Lucy’s Garage in Pleasantville. But it’s a Friday in the fall of 2023, and that can only mean one thing: It’s raining. Hard. “My cellars are flooded,” said the actor, bandleader, and raconteur best known for his award-winning performance as mobster Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on “The Sopranos.” Did he want to reschedule? “Nah, let’s do it now,” he said. “I’ll clean it up later. The water’s bad out there.” “I had to move my car twice.” At 77, Pastore remains active onstage and off: He continues to act (most recently in this year’s movie “Spinning Gold” about Casablanca Records) and is a regular in the sage show “In Conversation with the Sopranos” with fellow former cast members Steve Schirripa (Bobby Bacala), and Michael Imperioli (Christopher Moltisanti). He’s appeared on Broadway and dozens of films and TV shows. But today’s mission relates to a passion that started before his acting career took off: Music. Pastore’s band the Gangster Squad delivers a blend of classic rock, soul, blues, and standards that traces back to Pastore’s days running The Crazy Horse in New Rochelle. Coming just before Halloween, this month’s show will also feature Soprano’s lookalike contest. Despite the flood, Pastore was ready to talk. Perhaps it didn’t hurt that the interview was arranged by mutual friend, Mount Kisco resident Duke Cavone, who books the Garage and is also my longtime bandmate in the Garage’s Legendary Tuesday Night Jam Band. But if the thought of his car floating off of City Island was bothering Pastore, he didn’t let it show. The former club-owner, who came to acting in middle age, has the barman’s gift for making you feel comfortable from word one. Tell us about the show at Lucy’s I used to be a club-owner on the back in the ’80s in New Rochelle. I had a place called The Crazy Horse, and I have a bunch of musicians that still run around with me, and now I call these guys The Gangster Squad. They’re musicians who played with me back in the ’80s. Benny Harrison [keys], Al Orlo [guitar, Ben E. king], Eddie Denise [bass Alen Roth, Dion,] The Barron on sax, Kevin Tooley, and [drummer] who is the new guy on the block. Killer Joe is my special guest [on vocals and harmonica], and there’s [singer] Tommy Buddah Blues. It’s rock and roll, it’s classic rock. It’s from Van Morrison to Sam and Dave to some standards that I do. The Garage is an intimate space. What brings you there? I love Duke—he’s great. And the Garage reminds me of my old venue, The Crazy Horse in New Rochelle. And what we decided to do this year is to pump it up a little and say: “Hey, it’s Halloween: Come in dressed as a Soprano.” Duke has these T-Shirts that say, “Big Pussy’s not dead, he’s at The Garage.” Yeah, I’ve seen those. I hope he gave you a T-shirt by now. Do you know Duke? You know he doesn’t give out anything for free. Are you kidding me? (Indignant) He should send you five of ’em! What got you excited about music and inspired you to put together this show? When I was club owner, I had live music six nights a week. I had the best jam in Westchester. Mine was on Tuesday nights. My jam was my most productive night. Justin Chambers and Harvey Brooks met in my club and we out a band together, the Chambers Brooks Band. It was a really hip room, and these are the guys that still play with me. Benny Harrison who plays with the Rascals, Al Orlo, who runs around with Sam and Dave. Kevin Tooley, who plays with that television group. I mean these guys are pros. [De Baron]. We just have a good time. Who picks the set list? I go like this: “What do you want to sing?” And you give me your songs. And I say “Okay, we can do those, give me your keys.” And I put the show together. It’s almost like when I had the club. I had a DJ booth and I used to spin records between the [live band] sets. It’s kind of like me programming the music again. We open up with [Booker T. and the MGs’] “Green Onions” to get warmed up. And then I usually hop up there and knock out [George Benson’s] “On Broadway,” do a couple of standards and then we pick it up. This is a rock and roll show. We do a meet and greet before that, sign pictures and stuff. But when people come to see the Gangster Squad, they’re not gonna see the Soprano’s up there. They’re going to see my musicians from the days before [the show]. Good front men and women are often good actors. Did music lead you to acting? I started off doing musical theater while I was running my club. My bartender was an actor, my sound guy… My stage was like [legendary NYC club] The Fillmore East with the lights and everything. So I brought that [sense of theater] into the club. I always had an interest in acting. But I didn’t decide to go after it until – and it’s in my play, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 3 This Soprano sings Vincent “Big Pussy” Pastore brings his Gangster Squad to the area REGIONAL What: Soprano’s Character Costume Party With Big Pussy Where: Lucy’s Garage, 446 Bedford Road Pleasantville When: Thursday, Oct. 19, 8 p.m. How much: Tickets: $20 (in advance) $25 (day of show) More info: vincentpastore.eventbrite.com, lucyspleasantvilleny.com SEE PASTORE PAGE 5 HOME, AUTO, BUSINESS, LIFE & HEALTH 914-232-7750 www.forbesinsurance.com A Unique Boutique Visit them at 70 Westchester Avenue Pound Ridge Vinny “Big Pussy” Pastore and Gangster Squad perform at Lucy’s Garage. PHOTO COURTESY OF LUCY’S GARAGE PHOTO COURTESY OF VINCENT PASTORE
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BEDFORD ROAD SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 Published Weekly by Halston Media, LLC ©2023 HALSTON MEDIA, LLC How much of the billions the town stands to receive isn’t known, but nobody is expecting a major windfall. “This is a massive settlement of two major chemical companies that have polluted everywhere,” Supervisor Ellen Calves said. “Their PFAS contamination is being found in water supplies throughout the world. “Our opting-in [to the settlement] would waive our right to go after either of these companies to pursue damages,” Calves advised the short-handed board in advance of its 4-0 opt-in votes in separate DuPont and 3M resolutions. Town Attorney Eric Gordon, in a memo to the board, had recommended opting in to the classaction settlement, saying “any litigation against DuPont, 3M, or any other settling defendant would have certain inherent difficulties that would prove challenging to overcome.” The “forever chemicals,” as PFAS and similar substances are known, make fluoropolymer coatings and products found in a variety of products and resist heat, oil, stains, grease and water. Albany recently tightened limits on the chemicals perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFAS) to 10 parts per trillion in public water. Lewisboro weighing options Unlike Bedford, Lewisboro has uncovered enough contamination from fluorine-based compounds in public water supplies to consider mounting its own legal action against the polluters. In coming weeks, Supervisor Tony Goncalves said in an interview, town officials will meet with lawyers—including outside counsel retained after state health officials shuttered an Oakridge well in 2020 for PFOS violations—to consider a separate lawsuit. “We have to make a decision,” he said before any vote to accept a piece of the multibillion-dollar settlement. “How much of that we would potentially get if we stay as part of this class action, I don’t know.” Katonah playground set for replacement A complete overhaul of the playground serving Katonah Memorial Park is on the drawing board, looking for residents to fill in the blanks and say what the new facilities should include. “The Recreation & Parks Advisory Committee feels it’s time to do a new playground in Katonah,” Supervisor Ellen Calves told last week’s Town Board meeting. “So, we will start looking into that, getting public feedback on what we want to see in the new Katonah playground.” The playground replacement, proposed for 2025, was among millions of dollars in projected outlays in the town’s 10-year Capital Plan. Other Katonah projects discussed at the Oct. 3 board meeting included the second-phase sewer installation, engineering and design of the bike path between Bedford Hills and Katonah along Route 117 and a potential new paint job for the Lily Pond water tank. A resolution updating the plan was not on the agenda, so the board took no action. “Basically, the Capital Plan is the infrastructure and assets that we invest in to meet our goals,” Calves said. “These really are the things that make the building blocks of the things we want to get done.” PFAS FROM PAGE 1 Promote Your Charity Send us a press release at [email protected], or give us a call at 914-302-5628. 845-600-8004 | www.bellmech.com SCAN HERE FOR MORE INFO! WHAT IS A HEAT PUMP? Heat pumps will help you find the perfect balance of comfort and savings all year round, while reducing your carbon footprint. 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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 5 Wolf Conservation Center Howl-O-Ween Costume and Dance Party Saturday, Oct. 28, from 7 to 11 p.m. Join in for a spectacular night of drinks, dinner, dancing, and dessert at Pound Ridge’s Conant Hall, all to benefit the Wolf Conservation Center! $125 per person includes drinks, dinner, dancing, and dessert. Costumes are strongly encouraged. This program is for adults 21 years old and over, pre-registration is required. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.nywolf.org or call 914-763-2373. The Bedford Blaze Friday, Oct. 27, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Presented by The Bedford Village Chowder and Marching Club. A drive-thru event full of glowing pumpkins, ghoulish decorations, and treats! To be held at Bedford Village Elementary School. $40 per family includes a pumpkin to carve (bring it back to be displayed during the drive-thru!). To learn more or purchase tickets, visit www. chowderandmarching.org. Prizes awarded to those who dare! Katonah United Methodist Church 5 Bedford Rd., Katonah Open House Saturday, Oct. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. Looking for a faith community or Sunday school? Ever wonder what the church with the pretty stain glass windows looks like inside? Come learn about church activities and missions, meet the new Pastor, Rev. Lori Miller and church school teachers, and enjoy organ music, free cider and donuts, and fun activities for the kids. All are welcome! Katonah Fire Department Backyard Blaze Saturday, Oct. 21, from 4 to 8 p.m. The KFD Backyard Blaze has merged with the department’s Chili Night for one incredible evening! Come and enjoy firehouse chili, live music, and food trucks. Beer and wine will be available. Please, no outside beverages. Guests are encouraged to bring their own blankets and chairs. To be held behind the firehouse at 65 Bedford Rd. For more information, visit www.katonahfd.org. Katonah Village Library 26 Bedford Rd. www.katonahlibrary.org Film Friday Friday, Oct. 13, at 1 p.m. Enjoy “Dial M for Murder” directed by Alfred Hitchcock. This movie is rated PG. Drinks and popcorn will be provided. The film will be shown in the downstairs garden room. On Saturday Oct. 28, there will be a special after-hours Halloween showing of “The Conjuring” from 5 to 7 p.m. This movie is rated R. Drinks, popcorn and Halloween treats will be provided. The film will be shown in the downstairs garden room. TOWN CROSSING which I’m trying to revitalize, called The Crazy Horse – but I went belly up, because that’s what happens in the club business. I let vices take over my life, I let demons take over my life. So here I am, driving taxi cabs, limousines, delivering furniture at night. I picked up [theater magazine Backstage and I started to get into it again. And I started off with auditions and low budget movies. And then boom boom, boom boom boom and I worked my way up. But it all started me coming away…you know it’s almost like the [movie] “Carlito’s Way,” you get caught up with the old guys. My career with the music business, I came out of the disco business. Everything was wide open. You know, and I went over to a little side street in New Rochelle and I opened up a venue that had a capacity of 90 people. But I survived there, and I was happy for seven years. These are guys that still play with me. Tell us about the Sopranos costume contest. What are some tips for Sopranos dresser-uppers? What’s gonna work and what’s not gonna work? They got to wear sweat suit; they got to wear a suit with a tie to look like Tony Sirico [a.k.a] Paulie Walnuts. You could come in looking like Tony Soprano, a lotta times he would just wear those Tommy Bahama shirts. I want to see…It’s really a Big Pussy lookalike contest. That’s what I’m really looking for. Who can come in and pull it off where he’s standing next to me and he could be my double. But I can’t tell you how to dress. [Sopranos character] Artie Buco was a chef! People are gonna dress like Carmela [Soprano, played by Edie Falco]. Duke is gonna give out T-shirts. I hope he’s not cheap and gives the winner a bottle of Champagne or something. Are you going to come? Why don’t you come as [connected record label owner] Hesch? Wasn’t there a character a Czech sanitation guy named Emile who got killed in an episode? Come in as a Russian gangster. We’re gonna have fun! My guys are going to learn to play the Sopranos’ theme song. So are we going to have a velour sweatsuit shortage in Westchester because of this? One of the conditions is I take all the wardrobe – so I got plenty of sweat suits. PASTORE FROM PAGE 3 SEE CROSSING PAGE 6 Contact ANTHONY J. ENEA, ESQ. 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Recognized for 15 years of service were performing arts department chair Vinny Alexander, history teacher Rob Griffin, and English teachers Susan Harris, Alex Lindquist, and Jeff Seymour. Ms. Harris also serves as dean of ninth and tenth grades while Ms. Lindquist directs the International Student Program. Earning recognition for 10 years of service were Rick Price, chair of the visual arts department, and Greg Janos, a 1998 graduate of the school and its alumni relations director. In other staff recognition news, English teacher Dianne Mahony was honored with a 2023 Impact Award, given to a member of the school community for “embodying the Harvey spirit, giving selflessly to the school, and having had a profound impact on the community.” Ms Mahony is an esteemed member of the faculty who has taught at Harvey for 36 years. “It is a privilege to recognize these individuals who have dedicated themselves to creating the best possible educational environment for our students,” Mr. Knauer said. Harvey, an independent college-preparatory school founded in 1916, begins its 107th year with 370 students enrolled in grades 6 through 12. Article courtesy of The Harvey School. Excellence in education Harvey recognizes staff’s career milestones Science teacher and Katonah resident Marcie Hajem with Head of Harvey Middle School Dr. Brendan Byrne Women’s Civic Club of Katonah Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 14, from 5 to 10 p.m. Join in for traditional fare and celebrate the history of The Women’s Civic Club of Katonah and their Katonah Thrift Shop. Featuring live music by John Praino from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $60 per person. (Adults only.) Mail R.S.V.P. or donation checks to: The Katonah Thrift Shop Melanie Krebs, 54 Bedford Road Katonah, NY 10536 If you are unable to join in for beer and brats, please consider making a donation. For more information, email Katonah [email protected]. Katonah Classic Stage Harold Pinter Play Festival Thursday to Sunday, Thru Oct. 29 Katonah Classic Stage, Westchester County’s professional theatre company dedicated to classic plays, will give audiences a unique peak at Harold Pinter’s distinguished career by mounting three of his plays this Fall: Betrayal, The Dumb Waiter, and Applicant. This festival gives audiences a rare opportunity to survey 20 years of Nobel Laureate Pinter’s writing, from the “comedy of menace” in his early work to the “memory plays” which he developed in the midpoint of career. All of the plays explore his distinct use of rhythm, known as the “Pinter Pause,” to great effect, eliciting laughter and terror, often at the same time, from audiences. Returning to Whippoorwill Hall in Armonk, KCS will kickoff the play festival on Oct. 5, with “Betrayal.” Reserved Seats on sale now at https://katonah classicstage.com/events/pinter/ Vista Volunteer Fire Department 377 Smith Ridge Road, South Salem, www.vistafd.org Pancake Breakfast & Open House Saturday, Oct. 14, from 8 to 11 a.m. Bring the whole family for a community event supporting your local first responders, and learn how you can make a difference in the lives of others! Featuring fire truck rides on Engine 141, firefighting demonstrations, fire truck and ambulance tours, and EMS demonstrations. Service dogs are welcome! Tickets are $12/adults, $8 for children 8 and under. 3rd Annual Crossroads Plaza Halloween Party Friday, Oct. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. Featuring Trunk or Treat! Kids are welcome to wear their costumes and spooky masks and collect treats from each decorated trunk! Sponsored by Keller Williams Realty partners. CROSSING FROM PAGE 4 SEE CROSSING PAGE 7
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Opinion PAGE 8 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 2 TRACKS BRETT FREEMAN, PUBLISHER TOM WALOGORSKY, EDITOR TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL, CREATIVE DIRECTOR Editorial Office: 914-302-5830 [email protected] Letters to the editor and op-ed submissions may be edited. The views and opinions expressed in letters and op-eds are not necessarily those of Katonah-Lewisboro Times or its affiliates. Submissions must include a phone number and address for verification. Not all letters and op-eds will necessarily be published. Letters and op-eds which cannot be verified or are anonymous will not be published. Please send your submissions to the editor by e-mail at [email protected]. For more information, call the editor at 914-302-5830 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 Halston Media, LLC Change, as they say, is the only constant. In the dynamic world of media, it’s essential to adapt, evolve and innovate to better serve our communities and partners. Today, I’m thrilled to announce an exciting evolution for our TAPinto websites. For years, our five hyper-local TAPinto websites have been the go-to online sources for community news, each focusing on its own unique town and school district. While this approach has served us well, we believe it’s time to unite these websites under a single, more expansive umbrella: Halston Media News. You can now access this consolidated platform at news.halstonmedia. com (please note, “news” is in lieu of “www”). Why the Change? Our primary motivation is you, our readers. By bringing together content from neighboring communities, we aim to offer a richer, more diverse reading experience. Imagine being able to seamlessly transition from news in your town to an interesting event in a neighboring community. This regional approach not only fosters a sense of interconnectedness, but also satiates the natural curiosity we all have about the world just beyond our doorstep. For our advertisers, this change is equally promising. A website that offers varied and engaging content naturally encourages longer visits. The more time readers spend on our site, the more visibility your advertisements receive. It’s a win-win. The Numbers Speak Over the past year, our five sites collectively garnered an impressive average of 239,911 monthly page views and attracted an average of 61,166 unique monthly visitors. We are confident that by transitioning to a regional website, these numbers will see a significant uptick. A unified platform means streamlined content, easier navigation and a broader audience reach. Welcoming The Mt. Kisco-Bedford Times Another exciting addition is the inclusion of our newest newspaper, The Mt. Kisco-Bedford Times. Since we launched The Mt. Kisco-Bedford Times in 2022, it never had a dedicated website. Now, it has a prominent section on Halston Media News. This ensures that readers of this publication aren’t left in the digital dark and can access its content alongside our other offerings. Expanding Our Horizons Our vision for Halston Media News isn’t just limited to the towns we currently cover. We aim to attract readers from periphery towns with comprehensive news about Westchester County, Putnam County and eventually even broader updates from New York State. This expanded scope ensures that whether you’re looking for local news or state-wide updates, Halston Media News is your one-stop destination. Continuing Our Partnership with TAPinto While we’re excited about this new chapter under our brand, our partnership with TAPinto remains strong. We will continue to utilize their robust platform, ensuring that our readers get a seamless and user-friendly experience, and our advertisers get the best possible exposure. TAPinto is a network of nearly 100 sites in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida with more than 20 million annual unique visitors. Nearly a decade ago, we chose to attach ourselves - digitally - to the coattails of TAPinto, and we’ve never been disappointed. They are constantly investing in new technology and new ways to attract audiences, and I believe their franchise model is far superior to some of the other regional and national community website brands. Moving forward This transition is more than just a change of name or website address. It’s a reflection of our commitment to our readers and advertisers. It’s about ensuring that every time you visit our site, you leave with more than you came for. It’s about making sure our advertisers see tangible results from their partnerships with us. And above all, it’s about staying true to our mission of delivering top-notch journalism while continuously adapting to the changing needs of our community. I invite you all to join us on this exciting journey. A new chapter for Halston Media News BRETT FREEMAN PUBLISHER’S MEMO I visited a Palestinian “refugee” camp during the spring semester of my junior year in college, back in the year 2000, when I attended Hebrew University in Jerusalem, the capital of Israel. At 20 years old, I knew very little about the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict, but as a young Jewish American with liberal sensitivities, I wanted to keep an open mind. That was a good thing, as I was able to observe Middle Eastern society without any sort of preconceived notions, much like an anthropologist. During the semester, I also spent time visiting Egypt, Turkey and Jordan. The accusation that Israel is an apartheid state is false. While the Jewish population itself is incredibly diverse, including Jews from Ethiopia, there are also Muslim and Christian Arabs with Israeli citizenship, many of whom are proud Israelis and even serve in the Israeli government. Just like America, it’s an imperfect society, filled with infighting and division. But that’s I stand with Israel and I’m angry Sadly, prepare for American equivocation in the coming days BRETT FREEMAN PUBLISHER’S MEMO SEE FREEMAN PAGE 9
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 OPINION THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 9 Licensed by the State Department of Health. Eligible for Most Long Term Care Policies. Equal Housing Opportunity. AT T H E B R I S TA L Experience FALL FLAVORS AT T H E B R I S TA L Join us at any of The Bristal communities for a festive fall weekend. Indulge in the flavors of the season, prepared by our talented culinary team. Take a tour, view our beautifully appointed apartments & learn more about life at The Bristal. To let us know you’re coming, give us a call at 844-953-3599 or scan the QR code to visit: thebristal.com/fallflavors OCTOBER 21 22 SATURDAY & SUNDAY Stop by the community of your choice between 10:00AM - 2:00PM Take advantage of our fall savings special this weekend only! also what makes it an advanced democracy; infighting exists because it’s permitted. Many Americans may not understand this, but the Palestinians don’t live in Israel. They live in their own country, which has limited sovereignty due to the ongoing conflict. The Palestinian Authority is the governing authority in the West Bank and Hamas is the governing authority in the Gaza Strip. When I visited the “refugee” camp in the Gaza Strip, I of course had compassion for the families that I met, as they were living in squalor. But I didn’t quite understand why there were some Palestinians living in luxury while there were other Palestinians who were refugees inside their own territory. I learned that these Palestinian “refugees” were descendants of Arabs who lived in Israeli territory before Israel’s war for independence in 1948. In the Israeli Declaration of Independence signed on May 14, 1948, the authors called for “the Arab inhabitants of the State of Israel to preserve peace and participate in the upbuilding of the State on the basis of full and equal citizenship and due representation in all its provisional and permanent institutions.” There were about 160,000 Arab-Israelis who stayed, while Israel was attacked on all sides by its Arab neighbors. But anywhere from 472,000 to 650,000 Arabs fled their homes at the urging of the invading Arab militaries. The Arabs who fled their homes — the so-called “refugees,” — now live in Gaza, the West Bank and in neighboring Arab countries. It’s unclear how a refugee status can continue to exist for 75 years. In the years following Israel’s independence through 1972, neighboring Arab countries expelled 820,000 Jews, whose families also lived in the Middle East for centuries. You don’t hear of Jewish “refugees” because the Jewish immigrants from Arab countries, who were forced to flee their homes, were welcomed with open arms as they resettled in Israel as full citizens. This also shows that the notion that Israel consists of a bunch of white European colonists is false. There has been an uninterrupted Jewish presence in the Middle East since the days of the Old Testament, including in what is modernday Israel. Unfortunately, Hamas and the Palestinian Authority, both undemocratic, corrupt organizations, have tragically used the “refugees” as political pawns and human shields since 1948. The “refugees” will continue to exist until Israel is conquered. My semester in Israel immediately preceded the Second Intifada, and tension was in the air. When I returned home to the States following my semester, the Second Intifada erupted soon thereafter, and many of the places I had frequented had been bombed. I ate almost daily in the cafeteria at Hebrew University, which was bombed by Hamas on July 31, 2002, killing nine people, including five American students. I had been to the Sbarro Pizzeria, which was blown up by a suicide bomber, who killed 16 people, including several children and a pregnant woman. Israel’s tourism minister was assassinated by terrorists at the hotel across the street from my dormitory. In the ensuing years, several Israeli prime ministers have made untold concessions, pretty much offering a sovereign state to the Palestinians, who have rejected the offer every time. Why? Because the one thing Israel won’t concede is its own annihilation. Last summer, my parents took my daughter to Israel, where she met several second and third cousins. I write this column one day after the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust, and I’m sad and angry. I sit here writing this with tears welling up in my eyes, hoping our cousins are safe, but also wrapping my head around the fact that these Hamas terrorists wouldn’t have hesitated to pull the trigger and murder my then 13-yearold daughter. I take zero solace in President Biden’s solid statement in support of Israel last Saturday, as future events are all quite predictable. In the coming days, possibly by the time this newspaper hits mailboxes, the administration will start to equivocate as they see the bodies of Palestinian human shields paraded through the streets of Gaza. Emotions will take over as our short attention spans and most Americans’ total lack of historical knowledge will begin to dictate our response. We’ll start hearing administration officials call for the end to the “cycle of violence.” The administration will be shielded from criticism by organizations like the ADL (Anti-Defamation League), which long ago abandoned its fight against anti-Semitism in favor of partisan posturing. Soon thereafter, the American foreign policy establishment will blame Prime Minister Netanyahu and Israel’s “right wing” for all the violence, and the United Nations will open investigations against Israel for alleged human rights abuses (even though Israel is the only country in the history of the world that warns its enemies before striking). All of this will transpire as surely as the day will dawn, and President Biden will again call for the resumption of the two-state solution. But nobody will ever identify what a Palestinian state ought to stand for. One state, Israel, will remain a multiethnic, multi-religious advanced democracy, which celebrates the human rights of women and the LGBTQ. The proposed state of Palestine will be none of these things. There will be no democracy, no rights for women, and like Nazi Germany before it, Palestine will insist on being Jew-free. The proposed Palestine will continue to murder gays and lesbians. And every American advocating for a state of Palestine will turn a blind eye to this hypocrisy. FREEMAN FROM PAGE 8
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This year, they fell on the weekend thanks to the luck of the draw that is the lunar calendar. There is an ancient custom that we practice during Rosh Hashanah called Tashlikh, where we gather as a community to symbolically cast our sins into a flowing water source, with the promise of doing better in the year to come. With optimism that two tashliks are better than one, I recently attended Chabad of Bedford’s ritual before heading over to Bet Torah’s, as I have for the last 30 years. When I moved to Katonah in 1993, one of my first tasks was to find a synagogue home. We settled on Bet Torah in Mount Kisco, where Rabbi Fine, their longtime clergyman, also served as the Jewish chaplain at the Women’s Correctional Facilities in Bedford. We soon made arrangements to marry there the next year, and spent three decades raising our children at Bet Torah. Aric plays softball with the Men’s Club and although they invited women to join the team, it’s far too early in the morning for me. I jumped in with both feet and chaired the Nursery School PTA, the Nursery School Board, the Youth Commission, and served on the Synagogue Board, the Religious School Board and as Sisterhood President. Aric and I were married in the Jewish month of Elul, which coincides with August. In Hebrew, Elul is an acronym for “Ani L’Dodi V’Dodi Li,” a popular verse from The Song of Songs which means, “I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine.” August is a popular month for Jewish weddings and Elul is also a month of spiritual preparation in anticipation of the High Holidays. In the Jewish community, this time of year is doublededged, however. There is joy, celebration and renewal. But there is a darker side. The days off, round challahs on store shelves, and throngs of worshippers bring unwanted attention to Jewish houses of worship. Anti-Semitism is not new and has had a recent resurgence. A 2022 audit by the Anti-Defamation League found that anti-Semitic incidents in the United States hit an “all time high” in 2021. In 2022, anti-Semitic incidents increased by 36%, and by another 10% in 2023. So we are continuing to hit all time highs. And that is a new low. Synagogues are budgeting funds for security that could otherwise be invested in education, philanthropy or programming. The NYS Division of Homeland Security allocated funds in its Non Profit Security Grant Program for this purpose. There is a Wikipedia page titled “List of Synagogue Shootings,” and there are 16 of them dating back to 1956. Six of them happened in the last five years. I seldom sit with my back to the door during services, and was always acutely aware of my children’s locations when we were separated, in case of such an emergency. Other parents told me they agonized over the same scenario. COVID’s virtual services were a relief because the threat of “danger while worshiping” was cut from the equation. Within three weeks of being sworn in as Bedford Councilwoman in 2020, I drafted a Resolution Against Antisemitism, cementing Bedford’s commitment to fight this scourge, after incidents that shook a Rockland community. This year, with other attorneys, I formed the American Bar Association Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism. We developed a curriculum for attorneys and laypeople called the 21-day Practice on Combating Anti-Semitism. This is only the beginning of our work. I am currently completing a Masters in Holocaust and Genocide Studies, and in April delivered a TEDx talk called “You Have the Power to Prevent Genocide” that has received over 1,000 views, a feat only 26% of 50,000 TEDx talks have reached. Together we can fight anti-Semitism. But we have to acknowledge it in all forms, regardless of where it originates on the political spectrum. So, check on your Jewish clergy and educator friends as we close out this fall holiday season. They are not OK. It is a months-long kind of “hell week” for them, due to the nature of their work, but also because of anti-Semitism and the ensuing security concerns. By the way, I checked the 2024 Jewish calendar. To my non-observing friends: you have a nice, long weekend coming next fall. Antisemitism is not dead BOBBI BITTKER GUEST COLUMNIST
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All candidates on the ballot for Town Board are invited to send columns to this newspaper. Send them to [email protected]. Please keep to a 1,000-word limit. Why not ask your customers? Or in the case of town government, your constituents. As many of you know, I’m in a campaign running for a local town board seat. It’s not my first trip around the track in a local election. I’ve won a few and lost a few. Winning is a lot more fun. Every campaign is different though, which keeps it interesting. I enjoy the voter contact. A lot of babies to shake and hands to kiss, or is it the other way around? People are mostly friendly and receptive. The conversations generate lots of ideas about what town government can do to help improve our quality of life. This time around, I got the idea to collaborate with my running mate to create and publish a list called “101 Ideas for Bedford.” Although built with our community in mind, most of the items could apply to any town in our area. In fact, several ideas were borrowed from other towns. I never hesitate to steal an innovative idea regardless of where it comes from. One of the 101 ideas called “Senior Uber” recommends creating a point-topoint rideshare system for the town. It’s an idea that could be a fit for any community in our area. I started thinking about the idea when Westchester County started tinkering with the Bee-Line bus system, which has– to say the least–a light footprint up here in the north country. Who rides the bus? Folks who don’t or can’t drive, I imagine. It must be hard – near impossible – getting around these parts without a car. But for many, that’s the reality and there aren’t many options if you need groceries, have a doctor’s appointment, or need to get to the train station or work if you don’t have a car. A couple of volunteer organizations provide some assistance getting seniors around the area: FISH - Friends in Service Helping, and RideConnect, a not-for-profit program of Family Services of Westchester. Both organizations are always looking for volunteer drivers, so the service must be scheduled well in advance. Neither group provides service to non-seniors in need of local transport. Cabs are spotty and Uber Service is inconsistent. Also, it’s expensive if you do that every day. The city of Peekskill may be onto something in this regard. Remember, never be afraid to steal an innovative idea. In partnership with Sustainable Westchester (a nonprofit consortium of local Westchester County governments facilitating sustainability solutions), Peekskill won a grant for a “microtransit” pilot program. The service called Bee-Line on demand “will be the first fully electric on-demand transit service of its kind in Westchester County. It aims to expand access to convenient, sustainable and affordable transportation for Peekskill residents who live and work far from the existing local fixed route bus network.” The Transit tech company Via is providing the software for the new service. According to their press release, “Via’s intelligent algorithms will enable riders to book a ride to a location in the city, and then direct them to a ‘virtual bus stop’ within a short walking distance – allowing for quick, efficient shared trips that provide more flexibility than traditional public transit’s fixed routes and schedules.” The company is already serving over 500 communities in 35 countries, so they must be onto something. Something like that could work here. Towns should investigate forming a coalition to provide a local rides system to seniors and others in need of help. By using an app or calling a central number, this service could provide point-to-point service for appointments, shopping and connections to Metro North. As evidenced by the lack of bus ridership around here, trips don’t fall conveniently along the fixed route. Fewer and fewer Westchester County services make their way up here to the north country. Cutting Bee-Line service is just another example of the trend. Solving the transportation challenge, for seniors and others who can’t drive, is an opportunity for local leaders to craft a solution. That’s what local government is there for: to find local solutions to local problems. The suggestion box is a wonderful place to find some of those ideas and solutions. How about an on-demand ride share app for seniors? DON SCOTT IN CASE YOU MISSED IT To advertise in The Katonah-Lewisboro Times, call Brett Freeman at 845-208-8151 or email [email protected].
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BOGO 40% OFF OFFER ENDS 10/31 888-448-0421 Think about the hundreds of teachers who have passed in and out of our lives from pre-school through college. How many students and teachers remain in each other’s lives for years? Recently, I enjoyed a onehour Zoom call with one of my long-time students who I have known since she was 5 years old. Now a college graduate, living and working in California, Lauren and I have a connection that has morphed over the years from teacher and student to writers and friends. Lauren was one of my students in the kindergarten enrichment halfday program I taught years ago. Then as a fourth-grader, Lauren joined my Saturday morning creative writing classes. She had a natural gift for fiction writing with a creativity and maturity beyond her years. We had a great group of young writers in our Saturday morning classes, which continued through ninth grade. When Lauren was a high school senior, she sent me a letter telling me how much my creative writing classes had inspired and influenced her writing. I was surprised to hear from Lauren and honored to receive her letter. After high school graduation, I invited Lauren to join my adult writing classes that summer. The other writers were very impressed with Lauren’s fiction writing. They still ask me about her four years later! Lauren and I have kept in touch via email during her college years. Now that Lauren has graduated and is starting her career on the West Coast, we plan to keep in touch with Zoom conversations on a regular basis. I’m proud of the life moves she has made and look forward to hearing about what comes next. Doing some quick math, I realized that exactly 50 years ago this fall, I was a senior at Bayside High School in Queens. As a senior, it was my first opportunity to enroll in a unique elective language course offered only at Bayside High School – Hungarian! The Hungarian language course was taught by the popular language teacher, Robert Goodman. Mr. Goodman had created the Hungarian language course as an unusual language elective. My reason for signing up for this class was to learn to speak Hungarian, my heritage on my father’s side of the family. But most of the high school students in the class just signed up because they liked Mr. Goodman! Mr. Goodman brought an obvious joy and love of teaching to our classes every day. His enthusiasm for presenting new information and encouraging students to excel made everyone want to keep coming back. Mr. Goodman had a selfdeprecating sense of humor, which put students at ease and made for a comfortable learning environment. I graduated early and only had one fall semester of Hungarian language classes with Mr. Goodman. I visited him at Bayside High School a couple of times with life updates while I was attending Queens College. Then we kept in touch through holiday cards over the years. I remember sending Mr. Goodman copies of my first published articles when I was living and working in New York City. I knew he would be proud of me. (I had no idea that Mr. Goodman would actually keep all of those articles, cards and letters to this very day!) Our holiday card correspondence fizzled out around 1991. In December 2020, I decided to track down my favorite high school teacher with a holiday card and letter. Mr. Goodman and I have now been happily chatting by telephone every Friday afternoon since January 2021! It is so important to keep special people in our lives. Kim Kovach appreciates this full circle of student-teacherstudent connections. www. kimkovachwrites.com Full circle connections KIM KOVACH READING, WRITING & CHOCOLATE Sports Deadline The sports deadline for The Katonah-Lewisboro Times is the Sunday before the next publication date. Varsity coaches should submit results and information by e-mail to [email protected]. 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When I served as publisher 15 years ago of a local newsweekly that historically had issued endorsements for local races, I came to the same conclusion that was pithily put forth by the periodical Mental Floss (.com): “With so many avenues available for voters to get to know the candidates, it seems rather quaint to think of anyone voting how an editor tells them to.” To glean some insight into how much impact, if any, that endorsements have on voters and on election outcomes, we went to Google’s artificial intelligence (AI) bot, named Bard. It tells us, for example, that endorsements can wield greater influence when candidates are less known. Another variable, logically, is the perceived credibility of the endorser in the eyes of the voter. INCONCLUSIVE RESULTS Academic analyses on the effect of endorsements, says Bard, produce inconclusive results. A University of Michigan study found that endorsed candidates stood a better chance of winning. More specifically, the University of California said that endorsements by unions significantly helped candidates vying for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. (A subset question we’ve heard is whether civil service unions, whose compensation is funded by taxpayers, should issue endorsements at all?) Research by the University of Chicago, reports Bard, concluded that newspaper endorsements “had no significant impact on the outcome of presidential elections.” The general consensus, via Bard, is that the value of endorsements varies according to circumstances. They mean more, supposedly, in local elections than in national, where the candidate has a low profile, and when the endorser is trusted by the voter. GO WITH YOUR GUT Of course, in the end, says Bard, it is the voter’s own political beliefs and values that determine to what degree endorsements make a difference in how each ballot is cast. Harking back to what Mental Floss opined about the rich trove of information available nowadays to assess candidates, we all should do as much research as practical in the interest of rendering the best-informed decision on who is most equipped to represent our interests. Some voters will place ideology above a candidate’s resume by reflexively voting party line. Others (notably non-affiliated independents, like yours truly, who do not subscribe to any political party) are more comfortable voting for the person, regardless of which political labels they wear. In that regard, it’s not an oversight when a candidate does not list their party affiliation on campaign materials; they’re logically looking for crossover votes by not pigeon-holing themselves. Whatever your process, your ballot does count. Whatever the election outcome, the right to vote is a gift too precious to squander. Whether or not endorsements from third parties influence how you cast your ballot, the truest path is to vote your conscience, not someone else’s. Bruce Apar is a writer, community volunteer and actor. He can be seen on stage Nov. 3-5 in the title role of stage play “Tuesdays with Morrie” in New Haven, Conn, at Powerhouse Theater (Town Players of New Canaan). For more information, contact him at 914-275-6887 (text or voice) or [email protected]. Do you endorse endorsements? Own your own vote BRUCE APAR BRUCE THE BLOG Letters and Op-Ed Policy Letters to the editor and op-ed submissions may be edited. The views and opinions expressed in letters and opeds are not necessarily those of the Katonah-Lewisboro Times or its affiliates. Submissions must include a phone number and address for verification. Not all letters and op-eds will necessarily be published. Letters and op-eds which cannot be verified or are anonymous will not be published. 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Sports PAGE 16 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER In her first season as Tennis Coach, Julie McCaffrey has only seen one opponent master the Wolves - the weather (and all the resulting cancellations). “We’re undefeated in the league,” she said, and the run continued this week. The Wolves defeated Mahopac 8-0 on Monday and Yorktown 7-1 on Tuesday. “We looked great today,” said McCaffrey after the road victory on Oct. 3. The doubles kicking the match off, Julia Gold and Lauren Metro went ambidextrous to get the first win. “We cover the court well,” said Gold. “I’m a lefty and she’s a righty.” Never having to serve into the sun either, the duo can then put their best feet forward. “We come to the net a lot. So that’s helpful to end the points quickly,” Metro said after the 8-3 victory. Of course, if things go awry, they have each other’s backs. Metro offers words of encouragement, and Gold reignites the positive energy by “tapping the rackets.” There were plenty of kinetics for Farah Ganesan and Lucy Millhon too. An 8-3 victory also, the tandem quickly identified the key to victory. “I felt like their net game wasn’t that great. So we took advantage and hit straight down the line,” said Ganesan. A strategy that they have in place already. “We play best when Wolves ready for sectionals Julia Gold PHOTOS: RICH MONETTI TENNIS BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER FOOTBALL On Friday, Oct. 6 John Jay fell 21- 12 at home to Mahopac. After falling behind 14-0 in the first half, Tommy Machado hit Jack Marcogliese for a 50- yard touchdown pass to open the third. A 14-6 game, John Jay could not keep Mahopac out of the end zone on the subsequent drive. John Jay then came close to answering back when Mahopac got flagged for a pass interference in the end zone. But the drive stalled at the 20 to end the third. Unfortunately, Machado’s ten-yard TD pass to Patrick Ryan in the final minute didn’t have the Wolves recovering the ensuing on side kick, and John Jay was forced to accept defeat. VOLLEYBALL On Tuesday, Oct, 3, John Jay fell 3 games to one at Somers. The Wolves split the first two games by scores of 25-18 and 17-25 but dropped the last two 26- 24 and 25-11. The rest of the week was a much easier go with a home and home versus Yorktown on Thursday and Saturday. Both sweeps, the Wolves are now 9-2 on the season. BOYS SOCCER Boys soccer had a tough week by going 0-3. The Wolves lost 5-0 Somers, and 2-1 to both Nyack and Yorktown and ran up a four game losing streak. Football falls to ‘Pac VARSITY ROUNDUP SEE TENNIS PAGE 17 Farah Ganesan John Jay goes undefeated in league play
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 SPORTS THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 17 Lucy is at the net, and I’m at the baseline,” said Ganesan. “I usually set her up with a hit down the line.” In this, Millhon is with the program. “I know where to place the ball - especially with my backhand,” the junior said. In the other direction, Ganesan hopes to improve her backhand and has high hopes for the postseason. “We’re ready to be sectional champs,” she said with playful confidence. Blinera Tetaj would like to see the sections too, but her team did not qualify. So she knows where her game stands, and what has to be done to get there. “I got to work on my backhand and my serve,” Tetaj said, “but I got my volleys down.” Ideally, she’d prefer singles, but her strength still played a part in an 8-4 victory, according to teammate Shayna Kar. “One of their players was a little weaker at the net, so we tried to target that,” said the senior and future neuroscience major. Unfortunately, Andrea Dropkin and Nonie Whelan registered the day’s only loss. Even so, Dropkin loves to play and feels confident enough to eagerly welcome one more year. “I think I have a strong forehand, and I’m good at the net,” she said. The intricacies and abilities don’t tell the whole story, though. “We have a really good bond,” the junior assured. Penelope Hill agreed. “I just like the whole vibe,” said the first winner on the singles side. 11-1 on the season, the sophomore sums up her improvement over last year in the simplest terms. “I got more consistent,” Hill said after her 8-0 win. Not the only shutout, Stella Kirby pitched one too. “I thought my serve was pretty good, and I was able to dictate a lot of points with my forehand,” Kirby revealed. As for Talia Blechman, she hung back and got the same good results. She mostly returned from the baseline and waited for her opponent to make the mistakes. “I kind of knew I was going to win,” said the senior after winning 8-0. At singles one, she has some big shoes to fill - especially in terms of team morale. “We definitely miss Getuarba’s (Tetaj) silly energy, but I try to keep it up,” said Blechman. Fortunately, this leader does have help. “We have her little sister,” joked Blechman. “She’s like Getuarba 2.0.” Blechman also has no reservations about accepting help for the sectionals. The singles player will be teaming up with Kirby, and the match is almost made in tennis heaven. “Stella loves the net, and I don’t miss from the baseline,” said Blechman. Kirby agrees. “She sets me up at the net, and I end it there,” Kirby asserted. Long friends, the pairing has already paid dividends. “We went 3-0 this season,” said Kirby. And Blechman sees no reason the success can’t continue. “I think we’re going to at least the semis,” she said, and given the season’s success, the rest of the qualifiers should be confident too. TENNIS FROM PAGE 16 Talia Blechman PHOTO: RICH MONETTI fifffflffifffflflffffiflfffflflflfflfflffiflflfffflffi ffl flffffifflfl fflffiffiflfflffifflfffflfflfflfflffl fflflfl fflffl fflffi fflffifffflfflfflfflffl ffifffflffiffl flfffflfffflffi fflfflflffl flfffflffiffl fflflfffflflflffiffl flfflffifflflfffflflfffflffflfflffiffl fffflfflfflflffffl ffl ffl flfflffiffl flffffiffl ffiflff ST E P FORWARD fifffflffiflfffflffiflflffi JOIN US >>fifffflffi fifflflflfififflflflfl fiflflfflff ffi fi ffifl ffl flfifl flfl fl flfl flflfl flfl flflfl flflfl flflfl fl flfl flflfl fl fl fl flfl fl flfl Letters and Op-Ed Policy Letters to the editor and op-ed submissions may be edited. The views and opinions expressed in letters and op-eds are not necessarily those of the Katonah-Lewisboro Times or its affiliates. Submissions must include a phone number and address for verification. Not all letters and op-eds will necessarily be published. Letters and op-eds which cannot be verified or are anonymous will not be published. Please send your submissions to the editor by e-mail at [email protected]. For more information, call the editor at 914-302-5830.
PAGE 18 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES SPORTS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER On Oct. 2, John Jay faced their rivals to the south in Rye, and the home game definitely lived up to the hype. “With both teams basically having the same number of shots on goal, goalie saves and penalty corners, it was either team’s game to win,” said Coach Debbi Walsh. Of course, just one team walked away in victory. Jane Brennan got the only goal with 52 seconds left in the third, and the Wolves improved their record to 7-2-1. Still, there was no shortage of action on offense for John Jay. Jojo Degl nicely put the ball on Molly Willingham’s stick at 10:30, and her deflection wide got the crowd up. Soon after, Kaycie Keeley found herself with a direct path to the goal. But Rye goalie Chloe Holden met the midfielder halfway and snuffed out the shot. Holden’s work was far from over, though. Jane Brennan fed Kaycie Keeley on the penalty corner, the pass went left to Degl and her shot thudded off Holden’s pad. The goalie then covered the rebound, but John Jay kept it in the neighborhood with another penalty corner. At 8:10, Degl and Keeley played a little give and go to wow the crowd again. Degl took the inbound, passed to Keeley, and she immediately hit Degl ahead. Unfortunately, the shot went wide, and Rye got to go the other way. Even so, there wasn’t much chance to set up, and Laney Daly’s clear put her offense on the move again. Still, the defenses kept things contained for the rest of the period, and with the game moving into the second period, Keeley didn’t stop either. She found a lane on the left and her centering pass resulted in another penalty corner. On the inbound, Degl teed up the rubber, and Holden sounded off with the pads again to deny the home team. Still, Rye couldn’t get out of the box, and this time Callan Keeley John Jay sends Rye over the edge Callan Keeley PHOTO: RICH MONETTI FIELD HOCKEY BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER On Oct. 4, the Wolves traveled to Yorktown and mostly kept pace on the scoreboard. But the play was decidedly on one end, and with Brooke Habinowski and Ella Kerman on the sideline, probability was going to get its due. Off a corner kick, Yorktown’s Olivia DelGaudio got position in the crease and muscled in the game’s only goal at 37:05 of the second. The Huskers didn’t wait to get started either. In the opening minute, offensive play had the ball perilously rolling through the John Jay crease, and moments later, the Wolves definitely saw what they were up against in Kaitlyn Judge. The pass came in from the sideline, and she was able to roundhouse the high bounce. Fortunately, Mia Bourla skied with the trajectory and made the first of a series of great saves. John Jay did get a good chance at the 27-minute mark, though. Myla Schneider got the ball upfield, Quinn Oates worked toward the middle and found Carly Mangiaracina on the right. With the angle, the attacker shot, but the line was wide. Then Judge really did a two-step. Into the John Jay zone, she faked the defense, cut into open space with the ball, and left scrambling, the Wolves committed the foul. Amanda Lineman got the penalty shot, and Bourla made a diving save with 18 minutes left in the half. Eight minutes later, Bourla would make another big save from a shot directed from the corner but got played in the final seconds of the half. Maddy Reilly scooted a low sidewinder on goal, and Bourla mishandled the short hop. The ball came free, and with the net completely empty, Linahan struck the crossbar. Bowing her head in disbelief, the sophomore and her team were quick to recover, and Judge again led the way. The captain broke out behind the defense, and forced a corner kick that landed free inside the crease. Audrey Oestreicher did battle down low with DelGaudio, but the Husker got her foot their first for the goal at 37:05 Even so, Judge kept up the choreography. Twice she put the moves on and had Bourla diving for her life. The second time the deflection had eyes, but grazed off the post with 29 minutes remaining. Unfortunately, Ciara O’Brien’s job on the other end wasn’t as hard. Jordan Kauftheil launched a perfect corner kick that found Mangiaracina’s forehead at 24 minutes. No luck, the Yorktown goalie handled the easy bounce without a problem. So Bourla again showed how it’s done, and no surprise, Judge was the one making the John Jay goalie look good. Judge’s shot launched high, Bourla timed her jump, knocked the ball up with both hands and caught before it came down. The razor thin margin still in play, John Jay did get their fans up one last time. Maya Koronowski snuck the ball into Mangiaracina, and for a moment, it looked like she’d have the opportunity to put a foot on the set up. But Caitlin Mulvihill cut in front with two minutes to go, and the Wolves’ day was essentially done. Despite effort by Bourla, Wolves fall to Yorktown Maya Koronowski PHOTOS: RICH MONETTI Emmy Viders and Mia Bourla GIRLS SOCCER SEE HOCKEY PAGE 19 Matea Milich
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 SPORTS THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 19 HOCKEY FROM PAGE 18 made the most of the penalty corner. Shooting from the ten, she got the same result anyway. Holden made a diving save and stayed down there for the rebound at 10:40 of the second. Rye getting their turns too, they weren’t so productive. The Garnets kept running into Finja Degl and Kaycie Keeley. The duo swarmed, peppered and stole the ball on the way forward and any setting up mostly failed to come to fruition. So the scoreless tie ensued into the third period, and the same went for the John Jay containment and pressure. The defense first prevented Rye from getting anything going upon the opening possession, and taking the cue, a nifty maneuver by Logan Bueti got her team going downhill. On the sideline, she put the ball between the legs of the defender and freed up Callan Keeley to groove. She received and placed the ball back on Bueti’s stick. Putting a shot on goal, Holden did have a big kick out. But the ball came right out to Degl who blasted one from the 20. The big pad was there again at 12:05, and the Garnets were able to gather themselves. Now, they were ready to test Molly Gallagher. Lilly Whaling took a pass inside and refused to relent. But the John Jay goalie came out and stood tall inside the scrum. The wall not falling, Rye still remained an unwelcome guest, and when Isabelle Mann’s shot rolled untouched past the crease, the Wolves dodged a bullet at 4:40 No problem, John Jay went the other way, and in forcing three corners, the girls ultimately sent Rye over the edge. Brennan sent the free pass into Kaycie Keeley, she wound up, and the wide shot was no bother with Brennan having already pitched her tent. The midfielder reached across her body and brought the ball back to beat Holden. One quarter to go, the rest was up to Gallagher because Rye would not leave her side. After a kick save forced a penalty corner, Gallagher stirred up the turf granules to preserve the tie. First denying Mann’s slap shot on the right, she dove left and smothered Whaling’s attempt to score the rebound. There was no respite, though. Off the corner, Mann’s chop headed for the top right. But Gallagher reached high with her pad, and passing the bar, she gladly received a kind bounce. Mann let fly from the right, and the shot left Whaling positioned to tip into the empty net. Fortunately, the ball hopped, and the attacker couldn’t get a stick on. Six minutes to go, Willingham forced a turnover in the corner and Gallagher finally got a break. From there, the pressure by Rye abated, and the Keeley sisters did the final dance. They contained the ball on the Rye side of the field in the final minute, and Walsh was measured in acknowledging a good day’s work. “This win will give us momentum to keep pushing ourselves, clean up some areas of our game and believe in the game plan,” she concluded. John Jay defeated Brewster 9-0 on Tuesday and did so with three goals by Callan Keeley and scoring from Brennan, Willingham, Callan Keeley and Kaycie Keeley. The Wolves keep up their winning ways on Thursday, Oct. 5, with an 8-0 win over Panas. Molly Willingham (3 goals), Jojo Degl (2 goals), Jane Brennan (2 goals), and Logan Bueti (1 goal) handled the scoring. Kaycie Keeley PHOTO: RICH MONETTI Now you can read all about your town AND the region! Scan Me!
PAGE 20 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES LEISURE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2023 To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! For puzzle solutions, please see theparamountrehab.com CLUES ACROSS 1. Information 5. Seaport (abbr.) 8. Agricultural disease (abbr.) 11. Riding horses 13. Boxing’s GOAT 14. Hurt or discomfort 15. A small sharp knife to trim vegetables 16. A beaver builds one 17. Horizontal passage into a mine 18. Self-immolation by fire rituals 20. Chain bar with lots of games (abbr.) 21. Goo Goo Dolls’ hit 22. Agreeable 25. In an early way 30. In a way, struck 31. ItÕs there in the morning 32. County in the S. Pacific 33. Central Florida city 38. Numbers cruncher 41. Mexican beers 43. Lawyers say you can indict one 45. Capital of South Australia 47. Wings 49. Drug used to treat HIV/AIDS 50. Fencing sword 55. Capital of Qatar 56. Portable bed 57. Afflicted 59. Lying down 60. Midway between northeast and east 61. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation 62. Inflamed 63. Soviet Socialist Republic 64. Impudence CLUES DOWN 1. A way to fish 2. Greek mythological figure 3. Scarlett’s home 4. Assist 5. More doleful 6. Premeditated 7. Dish featuring minced food 8. San Diego ballplayer 9. Eight 10. Unwelcome picnic guests 12. Human gene 14. Bucket 19. Make full 23. Dirt 24. Person cited as ideal example 25. A part of (abbr.) 26. The 17th letter of the Greek alphabet 27. Very long period of time 28. Gas usage measurement 29. North American native people 34. It says “moo” 35. Folk singer Di Franco 36. Resinlike substance of certain insects 37. Residue 39. Grand homes 40. Popinjays 41. Man who behaves dishonorably 42. Figures 44. One who watches over children 45. Expressed pleasure 46. No longer living 47. Hebrew calendar month 48. Part of the ear 51. Swiss river 52. Prejudice 53. Italian Island 54. Resist authority (slang) 58. Criticize Ah, fall! The season when leaves decide to take a leap of faith, pumpkins are suddenly in everything (seriously, pumpkin toothpaste anyone?), and we all pretend to enjoy the cold just a little bit longer before winter makes us question our life choices. But fear not, dear readers! I have the perfect recipe to warm your souls. Butternut Squash Soup Serves 4 Ingredients 1 medium-sized butternut squash 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cups vegetable broth 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1/2 cup heavy cream Salt and pepper to taste Instructions 1. Peel, seed, and dice the squash. 2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until it’s translucent. 3. Add the butternut squash pieces and stir for a few minutes. 4. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then let it simmer until the squash is soft. 5. Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If it’s too thick, you can add a bit more broth or some water. 6. Return the soup to the pot, add the nutmeg, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes. 7. Serve hot. There you have it! A soup that’s perfect for fall and guaranteed to make you smile. Enjoy! for flavor Falling
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Kisco-Bedford Times Mahopac News 2 TRACKS I f you have a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, you’ll obviously experience some strong emotions — and you’ll likely ask yourself this question: What can I do to help? While there are certainly many ways you could provide assistance over time, there’s one area that might require your immediate attention: finances. Alzheimer’s patients often exhibit a range of money-related problems. Here are some of the most common ones, according to the National Institute on Aging: • Trouble counting change or paying for a purchase • Difficulty in balancing a checkbook • Confusion over bank statements • Not paying — or even opening — bills • Making strange and unnecessary purchases with a credit card Of course, your awareness of these problems depends, to a great extent, on just how familiar you are with the daily life of your loved one with Alzheimer’s or similar dementia. But if you have noticed these issues, it may be time for you to act before things get worse — and they can get worse, because scam artists constantly target the elderly by making false promises, soliciting personal data, asking for money and even requesting changes in estate-planning documents. So, what steps can you take? You’ll need to clearly communicate your concerns to your afflicted loved one, and you’ll have to get their consent for the actions you wish to take on their behalf. This may not be easy, but it’s certainly worth the effort. Here are a few moves to consider: • Set up auto-pay. If your loved one has still been paying bills manually, now may be a good time to set up auto-pay for utilities, loans and other bills. • Open a joint checking account. By opening a joint checking account with your loved one, or perhaps adding your name to an existing account, you can help ensure all payments are accurate and appropriate. • Freeze credit reports. By freezing your loved one’s credit reports at the credit reporting bureaus — Equifax, TransUnion and Experian — you can prevent bogus credit lines from being opened in their name. • Create a durable power of attorney. In the early stages of Alzheimer’s or dementia, your loved one could create a durable power of attorney and name you, or another close family member, as the “agent” — which means you’d be empowered to make financial and other decisions when your loved one is no longer capable of doing so. (A durable power of attorney could also be created in cases of advanced Alzheimer’s, but it can be somewhat more challenging.) • Help establish a living trust. In addition to a durable power of attorney, a living trust can be valuable for families of Alzheimer’s patients. A living trust can hold a person’s financial assets and other property while the trustee manages the money and makes investment and spending decisions. A living trust can be complex, so before establishing one, you’ll need to consult with your legal and tax professionals. When you’re dealing with the financial issues associated with your loved one’s Alzheimer’s or dementia, it can feel like you’re on a long road. But diligently seeking out the appropriate financial moves can help make the journey less stressful — for everyone involved. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Financial Advisor, Judi McAnaw, a resident of Katonah. She has an office at 200 Business Park Drive, Suite 107, in Armonk. Judi can be reached at 914-669-5329. Help protect finances of loved one with Alzheimer’s ‘If your loved one has still been paying bills manually, now may be a good time to set up auto-pay for utilities, loans and other bills.’ -Judi McAnaw Edward Jones Financial Advisor JUDI MCANAW GUEST CORNER
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