VOL. 13 NO. 20 THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 20 CLASSIFIEDS 23 ELEPHANT’S TRUNK 2 LEGAL NOTICES 23 LEISURE 17 OBITUARIES 7 OPINION 8 SPORTS 16 Save the Hudson pg 4 ASSEMBLY Visit TapIntoSomers.net for the latest news. BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER When a tragedy such as the recent deaths of a Somers mom and baby strikes, it’s not unusual for those left behind to wonder: Why? But a group of local folks are also asking themselves: How? As in HOW can we help new moms who may be struggling, not just only with mental health concerns such as depression and anxiety, but with normal transitioning-toparenthood issues such as having difficulty breast feeding, suffering from sleep deprivation, and adjusting to a postpartum body? There was a need in the community for a centralized resource for new moms or moms new to Somers even before Dr. Krystal Cascetta and her four-month-old baby girl were found dead in their Granite Springs home on August 5. Cascetta, a renowned oncologist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, had moved to Somers in 2021 with her husband, Timothy Talty. Calling it an apparent murder-suicide, police said Cascetta shot the infant and then herself. COMMUNITY REACTS Although reeling from shock, Somers residents mobilized almost immediately. Supervisor Robert Scorrano took a moment at last week’s Town Board meeting to speak somberly about what had happened. “Somers is about family, community, strength, and support,” he said. “Part of the strength of our community is having the courage to face difficult times together.” Scorrano also addressed the issue undoubtedly on many minds throughout the community. “Part of caring for one another is discussing the mental health crisis in this country. We need to break down the stigma about mental health, what it might mean to be in therapy or to ask for help with emotional needs,” he said. Embrace the MOMent Community support group forms in the wake of tragedy SEE MOMENT PAGE 18 The 10U Somers Red Storm capped off a phenomenal summer by emerging victorious in the Greater Hudson Valley Baseball League 10U Championship bracket! Read more about the team’s storybook season on page 16. PHOTO COURTESY OF KIM CIANCIO Storm front! HOPEMAZZOLA YOU’VE GOTTA HAVE HOPE Sales Vice President Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker cell: 914.714.0090 [email protected] hopemazzola.com 95 Katonah Ave | Katonah, NY 10536 TAG SALE FOR THE AGES! Friday & Saturday August 18th & 19th SELLING EVERYTHING BUT THE HOUSE! 30+ years of collections - furniture, housewares, collectibles, china, oddities & so much more! 9am-3pm 27 Valley Pond Road, Katonah
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Find out why Joe Ferone of Proper Service needs to be YOUR Go-To Automotive Service Center! Somers Women’s Club RENT-A-SPACE TAG SALE Sunday, October 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To be held in Reis Park, rain or shine. Spaces are $45 each for a 12’ x 12’ square. No assigned spaces, selection at setup time. Bring your own tables and tents. No raffle sales. No baked goods or fresh food sales. Please note that pets are not allowed in the Town Park. For any questions, please email SWC2023TagSale@ comcast.net or call 914-406-1593. Somers Girls Field Hockey Car Wash Fundraiser Saturday, August 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Help support the girls field hockey teams! $10/car and $15/ SUV. To be held in the Somers High School parking lot. Nominate a senior citizen for County Hall of Fame Westchester County Executive George Latimer has opened nominations for the 41st Annual Westchester County Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Celebrate a senior who makes a positive difference in Westchester County through their contributions by nominating them for this year’s Westchester County Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Latimer said: “I am thrilled to open nominations for the 41st Annual Westchester County Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Westchester County seniors are an integral part of our communities, and they deserve this special recognition. The Senior Hall of Fame is a tradition I look forward to each year, as an opportunity to honor those who have given their time, energy and talents to improve the quality of life for others in Westchester.” Department of Senior Programs and Services Commissioner Mae Carpenter said: “Our Senior Hall of Fame is an important tradition as we recognize seniors who have helped shape the quality of life in Westchester through their significant contributions. The Senior Hall of Fame is one of the highlights of our year, and we look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our older generation.” To be nominated, a person must: • Be at least 60 years old and live in Westchester County, and cannot be a past Hall of Fame inductee (past honorees can be found here: https://seniorcitizens.westchestergov.com); • Have made significant contributions to improving life in Westchester; • Be an outstanding leader or advocate; • Have professional achievements that reflect innovative solutions to fulfill unmet community needs (if based on the nominees’ paid professional work). Nominations are due by Sept. 8, and will be reviewed by a judging committee. A nomination should be submitted for each person, with organizations and individuals to be allowed only one nomination. To complete your nomination, please visit bit.ly/2023SHOF or visit www. westchesterpartnership.org to download the form. If you have questions about the nomination process, contact Amanda Seebeck at AmandaS@EventsRemember. com or call 914-218-3968. This year’s Senior Citizens Hall of Fame will be held in person on Friday, Dec. 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown. The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS), Westchester Parks, Recreation and Conservation, and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services will be hosting this ELEPHANT’S TRUNK SEE TRUNK PAGE 6
THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 THE SOMERS RECORD – PAGE 3 HOME, AUTO, BUSINESS, LIFE & HEALTH 914-232-7750 www.forbesinsurance.com Le Fontane Ristorante It’s the Perfect Time for Outdoor Dining & Supporting Your Local Restaurant Antonio Abbate • Owner – Le Fontane BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm Park is among the cream of the crop as far as Westchester destination spots go, according to a recently released countywide survey. The interpretive farm-museum on Route 100 came in third on the list of most visited county recreation facilities. The county typically gathers input from park users once every decade, but COVID-19 put a huge crimp in that. That means it’s been about 14 years since the last time folks were officially asked for their two cents. Ethnic and age demographics have changed. Technology, too. And, back in 2008, no one had really heard of pickleball, a now wildly popular racquet sport. All these shifts require changes in park facilities and the funding of capital investments. To no one’s surprise, park usage skyrocketed during the pandemic when folks, weary of isolation, yearned for safe places to go. The majority of respondents surveyed last summer (84 percent) said they had visited at least one county park in the previous 12 months. They most often cited Playland Park (45 percent), Westchester County Center (38 percent), Muscoot Farm (33 percent), and/or North County Trailway (22 percent). The big picture? Ninety-two percent of park visitors are finding “value and positive benefits” in the county parks system, the survey found. MUSCOOT PROJECT UNVEILED Results were shared on July 20 at a ribbon-cutting ceremony held to unveil Muscoot Farm’s beautifully restored Main House and the county’s plans for upcoming site improvements, including a new parking lot and pathways. The building restoration project cost $3.6 million of the overall $10.2 million project. Those visitors aren’t just from Northern Westchester, noted Peter Tartaglia, first deputy commissioner of the county’s Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department. “They like Muscoot, because it was the No. 3 in our recreation facilities, just behind the behemoths, Playland (an amusement park in Rye) and the County Center (an indoor entertainment and civic center located in White Plains),” he said, adding that that’s something to be proud of. “It means it’s a destination. It’s a local park, but there are people from all over the county coming here, and, obviously, from beyond as well. So, this is a good day for county parks, Muscoot, and the residents of Westchester County,” Tartaglia said. Findings included increased park usage across the board when compared to the last survey; as well as visitors’ desires to improve physical and mental health and to reduce stress. Overall, the users surveyed said they were satisfied with the overall value of the county’s 18,000-acre parks system, which includes six public golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, hiking/biking trails, and nature preserves. Feedback is vitally important, said County Executive George Latimer, noting: “Muscoot Farm is one of our most popular parks and investing into its future with the restoration of the house and site improvements, will ensure this generation and generations to come can continue to enjoy the farm and all it has to offer.” Saying that each of the county’s parks has “a different mission,” Latimer pointed to Lasdon Park and Arboretum, located a short way away on Route 35. Originally called Cobbling Rock Farm, the property was acquired by William and Mildred Lasdon in 1939. It has gardens, a Veteran’s Hall of Fame, and a new conservatory. It also offers numerous programs for adults and children alike. Folks can learn how to garden, identify plants and insects, take yoga classes, listen to storytellers, and enjoy concerts. Lasdon’s free and open to the public Veterans Museum features photographs, historical documents, artifacts, and memorabilia. There are four memorials honoring service members on its grounds. Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center, a few miles farther down the road, hosts school field trips, concerts, flower-growing classes, and tomato tastings. Its mission is to advance sustainable agricultural practices and making sure that good food is accessible to all. About 10 percent of the produce grown there is donated to local food pantries and kitchens. It also runs a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program that helps keep it afloat even before, it says, “the growing begins.” Hilltop’s annual fall fundraising dinner – Share the Harvest -- is set for Sept. 9. Muscoot Farm named among top county spots County Legislator Erika Pierce; Hugh Greechan, county commissioner of public works and transportation; Kathleen O’Connor, commissioner of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation; County Executive George Latimer, and Peter Tartaglia, first deputy commissioner of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation. PHOTO COURTESY OF WESTCHESTER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION, AND CONSERVATION. SEE MUSCOOT PAGE 6
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The letter comes after months of advocacy by leading environmental groups, and follows previous letters to the Governor from sponsors and co-sponsors of the legislation. The issue has gained new urgency following a July 31 public forum hosted by the Decommissioning Oversight Board, during which members of the public learned for the first time that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) would permit Holtec to discharge its wastewater without waiting for all of the results of the required testing to be returned. “Specifically, results for strontium-90 take longer to receive than the results for other contaminants,” the members wrote, referring to information shared by a Department of Health representative at the meeting who indicated that strontium-90 results would take around three months to come back. Approximately 90 minutes into the public forum, a questioner asked if testing had already begun, given Holtec’s stated intention to begin discharging the water as early as mid-September. Representatives from the regulatory agencies confirmed that it had not, and that Holtec may still be permitted to discharge its wastewater without waiting for those results. Participants in the room were taken aback by this news. “Strontium-90 is readily absorbed into the tissues of plants and animals due to its similarity to calcium. It is particularly dangerous for growing children, and is believed to induce bone cancer and leukemia. The idea that Holtec would be permitted to discharge its wastewater into the river before levels of such a contaminant can be verified is alarming,” the letter continues. “Decisions such as this contribute to mistrust, not just of Holtec, but of the state and federal agencies that are tasked with monitoring them and ensuring our safety.” “How can the public trust the federal regulators who tell us that these discharges are safe if we will not have confirmation of what is actually in the wastewater until after it is released?” asked Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg, lead sponsor of the bill. “Our testing protocols should put safety first. Fining violators after the damage is already done does not protect the public from potential harm. If people do not feel that the Hudson River is safe, it will not continue to be the economic engine that it is today.” “I get more questions about the progress of this legislation than any other,” Levenberg continued. “People are very anxious about this issue. We need Governor Hochul to reassure our communities that decommissioning will proceed in a safe way.” Assembly members Gary Pretlow (D-Mount Vernon), Amy Paulin (D-Scarsdale), Steve Otis (D-Rye), Nader Sayegh (D-Yonkers), Chris Burdick (D-Bedford), and MaryJane Shimsky (DDobbs Ferry) joined Levenberg in sending the letter. Assemblymember Chris Burdick added: “The release of radioactive wastewater into the Hudson River is unconscionable and must be stopped. It is detrimental to our health, our water quality, and our environment. The threat is dire and imminent, and I urge the Governor to sign the bill promptly.” “I hope that Governor Hochul will take immediate action to protect our Hudson Valley communities, as Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has done for Cape Cod,” added Levenberg, referring to the Healey administration’s recent move to block Holtec from discharging one million gallons of wastewater from the decommissioned Pilgrim nuclear power plant into Cape Cod Bay. Article provided by the Office of Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg. Save the Hudson Assembly members urge governor to sign wastewater bill Westchester Assembly members rallying in favor of the “Save the Hudson” bill. THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023
THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 THE SOMERS RECORD – PAGE 5 BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER The Town Board last week paid homage to the many contributions made to the community by Larry Kaufman, the head of the now-disbanded Jewish War Veterans Post 46. Kaufman died earlier this month at the age of 92. Councilman Anthony Cirieco noted that everyone used to call Kaufman “the commander.” Post 46, chartered Sept. 14, 1997, as an extension of the Mount Vernon Jewish War Veterans, officially disbanded in 2017. The reason given: dwindling membership because of veterans moving or passing away. The Post was known for its good works. It donated canned goods, coffee, and tea to a food pantry that served veterans; delivered clothes and reading materials to the veterans hospital in Montrose; annually gave a cash award to a senior at Somers High School; and stood up against hate crimes whenever they occurred. Members met monthly at the Somers Library where they hosted guest speakers and offered good company. The meetings almost always featured bagels and lox. At the Post’s last meeting, then-county Legislator Mike Kaplowitz, a Somers resident, presented “the commander” with a proclamation, declaring Tuesday, May 3, 2017, as Larry Kaufman Day in Westchester County. Saying that Kaufman probably had accomplished more than he realized, Kaplowitz told him: “You have veterans that you’ve never met that you have possibly touched. You made their lives better because of your efforts.” Those in attendance agreed that without Kaufman, there would not have been a Post 46. Then-Town Supervisor Rick Morrissey also presented a proclamation declaring April 30, 2017, as Jewish War Veterans Day in Somers. Saying Post 46 had succeeded in fulfilling the needs of both veterans and the rest of the community, Morrissey added: “It is with a heavy heart that we say farewell to this fine veterans group.” Kaufman was the group’s third and final commander, following Mel Miller and George Shuster. “He was a good man. He was active in town; his wife, Marilyn, has been active in town,” Cirieco said at the Town Board’s Aug. 10, meeting before sharing one of his favorite anecdotes. Kaufman had appeared in Town Hall to speak to the town’s NYSE&G Task Force. At the time, Heritage Hills was having “recurring” power outages, said Cirieco, adding that those have since “been addressed.” “So, Larry gets up there and he starts speaking in Spanish. NYSE&G is owned by Iberdrola (an energy company based in Spain), so he was just being, like, a little bit glib. Don’t you understand? Then he cuts over to English and he just dresses them down. He’s like, you guys just have to do better, you just have to do better.” “A memorable time. He was a good man. Condolences to his family,” Cirieco said. Kaufman also gave powerful speeches at many parades in Somers. “He was very well-spoken, had a great speaking voice,” Councilman Tom Garrity recalled. Kaufman was unable to attend the last couple of years, but his wife still came. “He’ll be missed. He was a good man,” Garrity said, as Supervisor Robert Scorrano and other councilmen nodded in agreement. Town Board honors Larry Kaufman BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER Two people were struck by a car in a hit-and-run accident while crossing a Yorktown street on Aug. 2. The pedestrians, one of whom was a child, were crossing East Main Street when a car struck them and fled. At 7:07 p.m., Yorktown Police received a report of the incident. Officers responded to help the victims and search for the fleeing car. According to police, they notified other local agencies of the incident. The pedestrians sustained minor injuries and were transported to Westchester Medical Center. According to officials, the car was located and stopped by New York State Police a short time later in Cortlandt Manor. Yorktown Police responded, and following an investigation, identified the driver to be Sara Hussein, 26, of Yonkers. In addition to the hit and run, there were allegedly no license plates on the car, according to police. Hussein was placed under arrest by Officer Delatorre and was transported to the Yorktown Police Department for processing. After processing, Hussein was issued traffic tickets for leaving the scene, not yielding to the crosswalk, and not having license plates on the car. She was released on her own recognizance and is due to appear in the Yorktown Justice Court on Aug. 22. “I was relieved to know that the injuries sustained by the pedestrians were not lifethreatening or life-altering,” said Yorktown Police Chief Robert Noble. “I’m proud of the skill and effort demonstrated by my team disseminating real-time information rapidly to surrounding agencies, which allowed a sharp-eyed New York State trooper to stop the suspect vehicle in a neighboring jurisdiction.” “Once again, I’d like to thank witnesses who assisted our investigation,” he added. “This arrest does not happen without them, a true ‘help us, help you, arrest.’” Pedestrians injured in Yorktown hit and run JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAMS FOR MORE INFO CALL: 914.669.9500 or email: [email protected] HardscrabbleClub.com • 22 Sutton Pl, Brewster, NY 10509 ENROLLING NOW for FALL 2023 Week of Sept. 4 onward GRAB YOUR SPOT BEFORE THEY’RE ALL TAKEN! 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PAGE 6 – THE SOMERS RECORD THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 WHAT’S BEEN DONE SO FAR Restoring the Main House at Muscoot involved both interior and exterior repairs. Parts of the leaky roof were repaired while others were replaced. The siding and trim were replaced, and new gutters installed. Concrete and brick patios were repaired, doors replaced, and the inside and outside given a fresh coat of paint. Structural and cosmetic finishes included plastering the walls and refurbishing the hardwood floors. Now that it’s all gussied up, the stately building could host weddings. Part 2 of the project gets underway this summer and will include new restrooms and wastewater treatment system. Gravel and brick walkways will be reconstructed, roads will be resurfaced and reconfigured, as will the park’s entranceway. Fence and drainage repairs are also on the list. The last bit will be a relief to visitors, who frequently found themselves dodging the parking lot’s numerous water-filled potholes. Noting that this all is taking a “tremendous amount of work,” Parks, Recreation and Conservation Commissioner Kathleen O’Connor pointed to the homestead and said it “looks like our rendition of the White House.” Muscoot makes her “so happy” because it’s so unusual, she said, praising farm manager Jonathon Benjamin and a host of others for their efforts. “It’s a super team effort,” O’Connor added. FEEDBACK IS VITAL The county is continuing to ask the public to share their thoughts and opinions on the parks system. That’s easier now due to advances in technology. Look for signs with a QR code at county facilities. After scanning the code, users will be prompted to download the “Instant Input” app and either create and account or proceed as a guest and then answer a few short questions that are specific to the site. “If you’re at a pool, it’s going to ask you about pools, and so forth,” Tartaglia explained, urging folks to participate. “Give us your feedback, because we do make changes based on that feedback,” he said. It’s important to stay on top of things and that can’t be done without the public telling the county what it likes or doesn’t like. “We have two sports that we didn’t have 14 years ago. Pickleball, which nobody knew was coming, and cricket, which is more of an international sport. As the demographics change in the county, so do the needs. And that’s what we look for and that’s what we act on here,” Tartaglia said. Public Works/Transportation Commissioner Hugh Greechan noted that three things are needed to make a capital project a success: a good contractor, a good design, and a good client. The professional engineer said it was a pleasure to be working with county colleagues on Muscoot. “They know what they want. They’ve been waiting all these years for the improvements to be made,” he said, adding that the project has been running smoothly. “It’s a great initiative. Westchester County’s blessed with some of the best park systems, probably in the nation, and we really needed to put money into it to keep it going,” Greechan said. County Legislator Erika L. Pierce, who Latimer called “the chief advocate and cheerleader” for anything that happens within her bailiwick, was the last to speak. Besides Muscoot, Pierce said District 2 contains Merestead, aka the former Sloane Estate, a historic home located in Mount Kisco that was taken over by the county in 2000; the North County Trail System, which she called a “huge resource,” and the 4,315-acre Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, the county’s largest park. She also pointed to Hilltop Hanover Farm, which, while technically not in her district, is “just over the border.” “All of these facilities are so important to the quality of life here.,” Pierce said adding that, besides bringing in tourism dollars, they help protect the environment. “The site work that’s coming to Muscoot has a tremendous environmental benefit. All of our trees are carbon sinks. Hilltop is a fabulous spot now for environmental education. We really are stewards of our air and our water up here,” she said. Promising constituents to keep fighting for recreational facilities and conservation, Pierce declared: “Muscoot will forever have my heart, even though I love all of my parks equally.” “Erika loves all of our parks equally and I love all of our county districts equally,” Latimer then quipped, drawing chuckles. Full survey results can be seen at https://parks.westchestergov.com/ images/storiespdfs/2022westchest ercntysurvey.pdf MUSCOOT FROM PAGE 3 year’s celebration. Additional sponsorships and congratulatory journal ad opportunities are available. For details, visit www. westchesterpartnership.org. To learn more about the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS), call 914-813-6300 or visit www.westchestergov.com/ seniors. Somers Library Please register using the online calendar at www.somerslibrary. org to have access to online meetings. If virtual, you will receive an invitation prior to the start of the program. 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THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 THE SOMERS RECORD – PAGE 7 Lawrence Gerald Kaufman Lawrence Gerald Kaufman died on Friday, Aug. 4, at the age of 92. Lawrence, better known as Larry, is survived by his loving wife Marilyn (Funk) Kaufman; devoted children Melanie Gerber ( James Gerber) and Douglas Kaufman (Rimma Kaufman); and adoring grandchildren Leah Gerber and Ethan Kaufman. He was most proud of his two grandchildren. Larry was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Ida Kaufman. He was born on Sept. 10, 1930, in the Bronx where he grew up. He was a proud Korean War Air Force veteran. He married Marilyn, the love of his life, on March 27, 1955. After living in Missouri, Louisiana, the Bronx, and Queens, they moved to Scarsdale in 1965 and to Somers in 1996. Larry had a long prestigious career as a vice president for the jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels in Manhattan. After he retired, he fulfilled a dream of becoming a Yonkers auxiliary police officer. He was a very active member and then the commander of Somers Jewish War Veterans Post 46. A private funeral was held on Sunday, Aug. 6. at Beth David Cemetery in Elmont. Shiva began on Sunday, Aug. 6, and concluded on Friday, Aug. 11. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to Hebrew Congregation of Somers, P.O. Box 40, Shenorock, N.Y., 10587. OBITUARIES Somers High School graduate Robert Moore III recently had the opportunity to intern with Congressman Mike Lawler in Washington D.C. Moore is a rising sophomore in the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University, where he is a member of the Model UN Team, Deputy Director of Policy for the Georgetown chapter of the Alexander Hamilton Society, and achieved First Honors during the spring semester. From Somers to Washington D.C. Rep. Lawler congratulates Robert upon successful completion of his summer internship. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE OFFICE OF CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER humorous about the library. The library has a green screen, a blue screen and a ring light which can be used to create. If you want to film in the library you will have to make an appointment with Terre Thomas, the teen librarian, by calling 232-5717 or emailing [email protected]. All videos will be screened prior to posting and the top winner will receive a prize. All videos will be posted on TikTok. Submit by sending video to [email protected] Sculpture III Through August 27 Three Hudson Valley sculptors, Bob Madden, Karen Madden, and Lila Turjanski-Villard, present their 3D artworks embracing structure, movement, and grace during the 3rd annual sculpture show, SCULPTURE III at Live 4 Art Gallery, located at 20 Charles Colman Blvd in Pawling, NY. Their works encompass abstract and modern figurative forms in stone, metal, and mixed media. An artists’ reception will be held on Saturday, July 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. The annual sculpture show has become a signature event to showcase sculptures at the Live 4 Art Gallery. It is a spacious and contemporary venue, providing the perfect setting to display these captivating works of art. Its open layout and natural lighting create an immersive and engaging experience for visitors, allowing them to fully appreciate the intricate details and unique forms of each sculpture. For the love of art and animals, 25% of all sales will be donated to the SPCA. Sculpture III will be open Friday (2 - 6 p.m.), Saturday (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), Sunday (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and by appointment. For more information, contact raspstudio@ rockandasoftplace.com TRUNK FROM PAGE 6 Contact ANTHONY J. ENEA, ESQ. Managing Member • Fluent in Italian 914.948.1500 WHITE PLAINS • SOMERS • WWW.ESSLAWFIRM.COM • Asset Protection • Elder Law • Medicaid Applications (Nursing Home/Home Care) • Guardianships (Contested/Non-Contested) • Wills, Trusts & Estates Past Chair of Elder Law Section of NYS Bar Association “Super Lawyer” In Elder Law for 16 consecutive years CALL NEW YORK’S ELDER LAW TEAM 914.948.1500 When did you last update your last will and testament and power of attorney?
Opinion 118 N, BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 Halston Media, LLC 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 Somers Record 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 Brett Freeman, Publisher Tom Walogorsky , Editor Tabitha Pearson Marshall, Creative Director Editorial Office: 914-302-5830 [email protected] PAGE 8 – THE SOMERS RECORD THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 I recently returned from a trip to our usual vacation spot in Mexico. Typically, this week consists of my wife and I getting some much-needed relaxation by way of eating lots of good food and laying around the pool or beach. This year was a change of pace as we brought down a collection of friends and family for her birthday celebration. With several first-time visitors to Mexico, we were a bit more motivated to leave the luxurious confines of our resort and take in the sights. One of these excursions was a deep-sea fishing charter. UNMOORED, UNPLUGGED Part of my affinity for our trips to Mexico comes from the ability to unplug for a week. A good portion of my normal workday consists of answering e-mails and phone calls, so I welcome the opportunity to put my phone down and just enjoy the break. And what better way to do that than by being ferried an hour out into the open ocean? Accompanying me on this voyage were my wife, Maggie, my brother-in-law Andrew and his wife Kathleen, and our newly engaged friends Rob and Amy. Under the guidance of the father and son team of Captain Eric and deckhand also Eric, we boarded a boat and headed for the high seas in search of adventure. SEA LEGS Since our party consisted of various levels of boating experience, we came amply prepared with snacks and Dramamine. What we weren’t ready for was the motion of the ocean, which managed to throw everyone for a loop during the choppy ride out to our fishing spot. I discovered the key to staving off seasickness is to focus on a point in the distance and try your hardest not to throw up. Amazingly, our seafaring party made it to our destination vomit-free. OPEN WATER Now it was time to get down to business. My first thought upon arrival was that I was unable to see any other boats or the land on the horizon. Reminiscent of the final showdown from “Jaws,” it was now an uninterrupted battle between man and fish. Our group fared well, with the highlights including Andrew pulling in a half-chomped Amberjack that a shark seemingly wanted just a bit more (Jaws indeed), Maggie snaring a Bonito, and Amy catching a particularly fearsome looking Barracuda. The big catch of the day came after I spent five arduous minutes reeling in a 12-pound Amberjack. LAND, HO! With our dinner secured and our stomachs settled, the ride back was much more enjoyable. Our group basked in the sun and enjoyed the view of the almost impossibly blue waters of the Caribbean as we made our way home. (I also felt quite a bit manlier after battling the 25-pound Amberjack for 30 minutes.) If there is a better way to spend a beautiful summer day, I have yet to find it. As we neared land, a curious thought struck me. Although we had used our phones to capture some images of our fishing adventure, nobody was texting, checking their emails or scrolling social media on the way home. The day on the ocean was just an uninterrupted experience that we all shared and a happy memory that we will all carry with us. Our constantly connected world can be a very positive thing, but I try not to forget the benefits of unplugging every once in a while. Tom Walogorsky once caught a 50-pound Amberjack after fighting it for 2 hours. Contact him at [email protected] A 100-pound fish story Unplugging on the high seas Our group, still photogenic even after a bout of seasickness. TOM WALOGORSKY TOM’S TAKE BY CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER AND ASSEMBLYMAN MATT SLATER GUEST COLUMNISTS As federal and state legislators, we have a solemn obligation and duty to serve all of our constituents, and to work to solve the big problems facing our communities. One such problem is the opioid and fentanyl epidemic that has impacted families and residents of all backgrounds in our districts in Northern Westchester and Putnam County. Too many of our residents have lost their lives or the lives of loved ones to fentanyl and other opioids, and it’s something we have to put a stop to. Earlier this year, we held an opioid roundtable at Carmel Town Hall with recovery groups, addiction service agencies, local law enforcement, community advocates and elected officials. We heard some truly gutwrenching stories about the impacts of substance use disorder and the impacts it has had on families in Putnam County and Northern Westchester. In fact, this issue has hit close to home for both of us, and gives us more motivation to tackle the opioid, fentanyl and substance use disorder crises head-on. Congressman Lawler’s father struggled with substance use disorder and was a member of AA in Rockland County, serving as a Chapter Leader and helping improve the lives of many in his community by sharing his own experience. The Congressman has seen first-hand the impacts that substance use disorder can have on a family, having lived it, and is committed to rooting out substance use disorder of any kind. Assemblyman Slater has also dealt with this issue, coordinating the State Senate’s Task Force on Heroin and Opioid Addiction in 2015, which led to groundbreaking legislation that limited the initial prescription of opioids to seven days for acute pain. This legislation was passed by both houses, was signed into law by Gov. Cuomo in 2016 and introduced on the federal level by Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand. This issue is personal for both of us, which is why we are so committed to tackling this crisis head-on. One of the things we heard time and again during our roundtable was the need for proper investment in community organizations and recovery groups. With the proper funding, these organizations are able to proactively combat the opioid and fentanyl epidemic that has gripped communities across the Hudson Valley. We will continue to do everything in our power to bring money back to Westchester and Putnam counties, to these organizations, and to our residents in order to combat opioids and fentanyl head-on. Compassion, funding, understanding and commonsense will help us win this battle against those who peddle poison. Mike Lawler is the U.S. Representative in New York’s 17th Congressional District. Matt Slater is Assemblyman in New York’s Assembly District 94. Both took office in their current positions this past January. Taking the lead on opioid and fentanyl crisis
THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 OPINION THE SOMERS RECORD – PAGE 9 fifffflffifffflflffffiflfffflflflfflfflffiflflfffflffi ffl flffffifflfl fflffiffiflfflffifflfffflfflfflffl fflfflflfl fflffl fflffi fflffifflfflffl fflfflffifffflffflffflfffflfffflffi fflfflflffl flffffl ffifflfflflfffflffiffflffifflffflffflfffflffifflfflffflflfflffl fflffifflflffffl ffl ffl flfflffiffl flffffiffl ffiflff ST E P FORWARD fifffflffiflfffflffiflflffi JOIN US >>fifffflffi fifflflflfififflflflfl fiflflfflff ffi fi flfl fl flfl fl flflflfl flfl flfl fl flfl fl flfl flfl fl flfl fl fl fffl ffl flfifl Every summer we eventually find ourselves aboard a boat, and it reminds me of when I myself was the skipper of my own cabin cruiser, which I co-owned with my very patient and understanding friend Dave. I’ve heard it said a million times that the two best days a boat owner ever has are the day he buys the boat and the day he sells it. And to that I say, well if you buy and sell a boat annually, you’ll have two great days a year, which is not a bad average. Ours was mid-size power cruiser, and sometimes my wife and I would head up the Hudson and moor at our sister marina in Newburgh. Eventually, in between dry-dock repairs, we would bring our dog and our bicycles, and have a nice weekend. But the learning curve for a novice skipper is arduous and nerve-wracking, and I bent so many fenders that I came to be known as “Captain Crunch.” In my own defense, things that didn’t make much sense on land make even less sense at sea, and then you’re too far from shore to tell anyone how stupid it is and that they should change it. For instance “starboard” and “port” mean “right” and “left,” so if you were to say, “my phone is probably right where I left it,” on a boat you might say, “my phone is probably starboard where I port it.” I guess portholes all are on the left, too (don’t worry, I’m almost done). Nothing is the same on a boat. The kitchen is the galley, the bathroom is the head, the bedroom is the cabin and the steering wheel is the helm. There’s a sign as you motor out of the marina channel that says “NO WAKE ZONE,” which I never saw because I was asleep, thinking I was obeying it. One beautiful summer day three weeks after 9/11, we were stopped by a Coast Guard patrol boat for wandering into the Indian Point “no-fly” zone. He called out on a megaphone, “Do you have a radio and know how to use it?” I answered, “Of course I do, it’s down below.” “What band is it on?” he asked. I replied, “I believe it’s Metallica right now.” “Did you know you are currently in a restricted area?” he asked. “I’m aware of that, and as you can see, I haven’t let anyone else in,” I said. He looked at the front of my boat and said, “I’d like to see your bow,” and I gave such an elaborate example of one that I thought he would leave right away, but instead he came aboard. He gave me a stern warning: get my stern out of there or face federal charges. I could only get one engine started because I must have flooded the carburetor on the other one. On a boat there is no end to the amount of things you could flood if you put your mind to it. I said to my wife, “Come up here to the bridge, take the wheel and hold position while I weigh the anchor. Then I’m going to the galley to make a hot mess.” She said, “First of all, there’s no bridge on this thing. And second of all, No.” “WHAT? What do you mean ‘NO?’” I was flabbergasted, which resulted in a noise that I had to deny came from me. I ranted, “There’s no ‘No’ onboard when the ship is underway! The Captain has absolute authority; he hands down the orders and the crew obeys the orders. That’s the way of the sea.” She said, “Well, it’s the same No that I use on land.” “I’m going to have to place you on report, and write the incident up. See this thing here? This is the Captain’s Log.” She said something about how small my Captain’s Log was, but still would not hold position. I realized that she wasn’t crazy about our position in the first place, which put me in an awkward position. I didn’t want to threaten to keel haul her and risk her pointing out that I didn’t know where the keel was. So I had to weigh anchor, which seemed like it might have put on a little weight, plus hold down a mutiny the same time. I realized I better take care of business or I might end up like Henry Hudson, the explorer that discovered the Henry Hudson Parkway. He perished at sea during the year 1611 in Canada after his crew turned on him and set him adrift. If I was to be set adrift on a boat that was not holding position, it might not be all that dangerous, as long as we both drifted in the same general direction. The boat finally sustained an injury to its engine that would have cost more to fix than the vessel was worth, which was not a very high bar to pass. We ended up donating it to “Boats 4 Kids,” which furthers youth and educational programs. So if you see an underprivileged kid piloting a 32-foot yacht around the Hudson River, he’s probably doing better than I did. Say hello at [email protected]. Missing the boat RICK MELÉN MAN OVERBOARD Contact Us The Somers Record is located at 118 N. Bedford Road, Suite 100, Mount Kisco, NY 10549. You can contact us at 914-302-5830 or email [email protected].
PAGE 10 – THE SOMERS RECORD OPINION THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 I recently finished reading the latest tea shop mystery by Laura Childs. I am eagerly awaiting her next, which will arrive early next year. Not only are the mysteries interesting, fun and a fast read, but I sure look forward to the recipes included at the conclusion of the book. A while ago, I wrote a column about my visit to a tea room, “Tea, mirrors and packing tape.” Shortly after, that column prompted a gentleman to express to me how he found the whole concept very interesting. He added that it was an experience he’d like to try. We decided on a date and time, and took off for Carmel to Florrie Kaye’s Tea Room. Oops, I forgot to introduce you to my handsome companion: Meet my oldest son, George. When I mentioned that he might be the only male tea drinker in the tea room, he quipped: “What guy would be upset about being the only man in a room full of charming ladies? Not me!” When we were seated, our lovely and genial server reviewed the menu selections and daily specials. When she returned with our individual pots of tea, she carefully demonstrated to George how to use the tea strainer/drip bowl and patiently explained why he needed to wait for the sand to pass through the two-minute hour glass in front of him: tea would be fully steeped and ready to pour into his cup and savor! She cheerfully answered his questions about different menu items. That being said, we ordered our mouth-watering selections. While waiting for our afternoon repast, George wandered around the tea room looking at the collection of antique outfits hanging on the walls, paintings, mirrors, pictures dating back to the 1800s, jars upon jars of fragrant, loose tea and other charming additions. He thought the full-size figures of the royal family were outstanding. “You can tell that lots of love, thought and planning went into decorating this tea room. I’m really impressed.” The tea sandwiches and salads were scrumptious, as were the yummy desserts. We expressed our delight and enjoyment of a mom/ son outing. I was pleasantly surprised that George enjoyed this experience. He is a very by-the-book guy, has his own routine: working out—insanity workouts--eating healthy, but occasionally going off the diet every once in a while; he’s a musician and plays keyboard and bass at some local night spots. So, this tea house experience was a bit out of the ordinary. “Hey, Mom, I’m willing to try new stuff; this was really great; enjoyed the food, the tea room itself.” Then he threw in this parting thought: “I wonder what it would be like if all four of us guys came here together.” Don’t even go there, son! Man in the tea shop! RUTHANN SCHEFFER WHAT WAS I THINKING? 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In fact, we visited Yale on our way home from vacation last summer because she always talked about going there. Then, at the end of eighth grade last year, she started lying to us about school. We were so upset that we didn’t let her go on the eighthgrade trip to Washington, D.C. We’re concerned that she’ll lie to us about school issues this coming year. Now, we even feel we can’t trust anything she tells us, in or out of school. We have no idea what’s happening. Is this common teenage behavior? -Brad Dear Brad, Yes, lying is a common strategy that children use to conceal from their parents problems they are having in school. When any of us lies, it’s because we don’t want to tell the truth. Why not? Because we perceive the consequences of the truth will be worse than the consequences of lying. It’s as simple as that. For many children, the consequences for lying will be less severe than the verbal abuse they know they’ll face if they tell the truth about their troubles. The abuse extends beyond shouting and punishment, though most parents don’t recognize it. For instance, to many children, recopying an entire paper because it is too messy is torture. So is correcting 20 math problems or looking up 30 misspelled words. For them, the risks associated with lying are worth taking. If the worst-case scenario happens and they are caught in a lie, the focus changes from school issues to lying issues, territory that has more predictable consequences. However, though lying seems like the way to go, especially to a child or teenager, it has negative consequences they’re unaware of. The major consequence of lying is a loss of trust. And that’s where you are at this time. But another breach of trust happened first. It won’t be easy, but take a giant step backwards and think about what you did (or didn’t do) that might have made your daughter not trust you enough to tell you the truth. How did you react? What was different about the end of eighth grade? Did something happen that caused her to feel that she couldn’t tell you what’s going on without being punished? How can you restore this trust again? These are essential questions to ask yourselves, and they’re not easy to answer. You may not know the answers. Improving family relationships where trust has been lost is hard work for everyone involved and it takes time. Sometimes one or more of the people involved find change too difficult. If this happens to you, consider family therapy. In the meantime, how do you become someone your child can trust, someone safe to talk to when they’re having problems— in school or out? SOME IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPING TRUST • From infancy on, children need to learn to trust others. Starting with Mom and Dad, they learn to trust that their earliest cries of hunger and discomfort will bring relief of some kind. They learn to “trust” that their parents will take care of them. • Where school is concerned, children need to know from the very first day that their parents and their teacher(s) are on their team. Once again, if they need help, they’ll get it. Children need to know that their parents are their allies—not their adversaries. • Talk with your children every day about what happened at school, even if it’s just for a few minutes. This does not mean to interrogate, ridicule or punish, as these are the kinds of behaviors that kids who are lying seek to avoid. Instead, this should be an opportunity to see problems when they develop before they become more difficult to address. If a child is struggling in school, he knows it already and doesn’t need to be punished, because if he knew what to do about it, he would already have done it. • Predictability is key. Be consistent so that your child knows what the consequences of certain behaviors (good or bad) will be. • If you want your child to grow up to be a trustworthy and trusting adult, BE a trustworthy and trusting adult. Keep your promises, do what you agree to do, and when told something in confidence, don’t share it with someone else. One of the most common issues that causes children to lie is homework. Homework often takes center stage when it come to children lying to parents. If this is happening to you, make the effort to identify the real cause of the homework issue, and attempt to resolve it. THINGS TO THINK ABOUT • Is the homework too difficult for your child for one reason or another? • Could your child have a physical, learning or attentional problem that may be easy to resolve? • Does homework time compete with playtime? • Are you, mom or dad, too overinvolved? • Does your child suffer from one of the three “shuns”? disorganization, lack of motivation, procrastination? • Is your house too noisy to concentrate? • Is there an adult around to help with homework if needed? • Is there just too much homework? Sometimes, it’s not easy to solve a problem alone. Ask for help. -Dr. Linda Dr. Linda, along with her husband, Dr. Al, own Strong Learning Tutoring and Test Prep serving Westchester and Putnam counties for over 40 years. Strong Learning tutors students K-12 in any subject, in person or remotely. Drs. Linda and Al are also the authors of “Why Bad Grades Happen to Good Kids.” Why do kids lie to their parents? DR. LINDA SILBERT STRONG LEARNING
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Please include the following additional papers as part of this subscription: North Salem News Mahopac News Yorktown News The Mt. Kisco-Bedford Times The Katonah-Lewisboro times MARTORANO FROM PAGE 10 the attack, claiming that the whole thing was a “witch hunt” designed to enhance the careers of federal prosecutors. He called the allegations against him “damn lies” and said that he had the full support of President Nixon. Behind the scenes, Agnew used all his considerable power to scuttle the investigation. He made numerous attempts to get his former associates to approach the three young federal prosecutors, Barney Skolnik, Tim Baker and Ron Liebman, and get them to back off. He also tried to pressure Elliot Richardson, Nixon’s attorney general, to call off the dogs. But Richardson would have none of it. The existence of the investigation was somehow leaked to the media. Agnew jumped all over it, demanding that the investigators be investigated. Then, as things were heating up, on Sept. 29, 1973, he was invited to address the annual convention of the National Federation of Republican Women. He took that opportunity to raise the temperature by personally attacking the prosecutors by name, saying they were “bad actors” who had “abused their sacred trust and forsaken their professional standards.” He promised to never resign, even if indicted. The crowd loved it. When interviewed, many of the attendees pledged to never abandon their man and accused the Justice Department of having it in for the vice president. Agnew’s attacks on the Justice Department were extremely successful. He turned the public’s gaze away from the mountain of evidence upon which a jury would surely rely and focus instead on what he claimed was malfeasance by the Department of Justice. Without any proof, simply by claiming bad faith, Agnew stirred up public support by suggesting that the young prosecutors were “plotters” attempting a coup. If anything, his popularity increased nationwide. Agnew was represented by Marty London, a truly superb defense attorney. From a legal standpoint, London appreciated that the case was virtually open and shut. There was a mountain of testimonial and physical evidence that would, in front of any jury, seal Agnew’s guilty fate. In addition, London was in possession of a memo which, while insulating a sitting president against criminal charges, did not afford a sitting vice president the same protection. He knew he had to make a move. London arranged a plea negotiation conference which the presiding federal Judge Walter Hoffman insisted on attending. In what I would venture to guess was the most unusual venue for a federal case, the prosecution, the defense, and the judge met at the Old Colony Motel in Alexandria, Va. It was there, between twin motel room beds, that serious negotiations for a plea deal began. The young prosecutors believed that jail time was a must to send a message that this type of corruption would not be tolerated, no matter how powerful the defendant. But the attorney general, Elliot Richardson, believed that, for the good of the country, a guilty plea to a felony, along with a fine and a resignation from office, would suffice. Perhaps in the back of Richardson’s mind was the fact that Nixon’s fate was not yet decided and the last thing the country needed, upon a Nixon resignation, was for Agnew to ascend to the presidency while under the cloud of an indictment. So, the deal was cut that Agnew would resign and plead nolo contendere to one felony charge of tax evasion. The prosecution was, however, allowed to submit to the court and make part of the record, a 40-page summary of all the potential accusations against the vice president. Considering the overwhelming evidence, the prosecutors wanted to ensure that no one could credibly claim this investigation was a “witch hunt.” On Oct. 10, 1973, Agnew submitted his letter of resignation and entered a felony plea, thereby essentially ending his political career. I remember being astounded when, the following day, he addressed the nation and, without a shred of remorse, claimed he could no longer serve as vice president under the circumstances. He resigned “because it was the only way to quickly resolve the situation.” Not only did he fail to take any responsibility but, later in his biography “Go Quietly…or Else,” he claimed that Nixon, through his chief of staff, Alexander Haig, had threatened his life, forcing him to resign. Nowhere in Agnew’s memoir did he ever admit for an instant the wrongdoing which was documented in the prosecutor’s memorandum. He was later sued for statements in his book and forced to retract parts of it and apologize. As for the truth, a confidant, George White, later admitted that, in a moment of candor, the former vice president told him “It’s been going on for a thousand years. What they told you is true.” My college history professor taught me many years ago that although history doesn’t exactly repeat itself, human nature does. It takes courage and integrity to take responsibility for one’s mistakes, attributes that are all too often lacking in our leaders. Yet, in my opinion, it is the only morally defensible course of action. This October, it will be a half century since Agnew’s political demise. Unfortunately, in the end, Agnew set an example, not of contrition and redemption, but rather of a “scorched earth” defense, a practice that corrupt office holders have copied often since then. Revisiting this on its half century anniversary brings to my mind the adage, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” Contact Us The Somers Record is located at 118 N. 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Sports PAGE 16 – THE SOMERS RECORD THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 Red Storm wins Greater Hudson Valley Baseball League Bryce Penzo, Jon Lantz, Justin Mariani, Nick Comunale, Mikey DeLuca, JJ Holub, Colton Gorgone, Luca Ciavardini, Luca Guaragna, Lucas Robinson and Michael Paulmeno, Head Coach Joe Ciavardini, James Robinson, Mike Lantz and Mike Paulmeno. (Not pictured: Matteo Chiodo). PHOTOS COURTESY OF SOMERS RED STORM BASEBALL Capping off a storybook season, the 10U Somers Red Storm baseball team won the Greater Hudson Valley Baseball League 10U Championship bracket on August 6. The Red Storm avenged an earlier loss to the Northern Westchester Thunder, winning 9-4 at Rogers Park in Danbury, CT behind 13 hits and 5 walks. The team finished the season on a 17-3 roll, culminating with four straight wins to capture the league title. Behind a deep pitching staff and a fundamentally flawless defense, the Red Storm was able to “threepeat” in the league championship, after previously going undefeated to win the Newcastle Memorial Day and War at the Shore tournaments earlier this season. “We had discussed our goals at the beginning of the season, and this team was able to achieve all of them,” noted Head Coach Joe Ciavardini. “#1, win the league, #2, make baseball fun, #3, always respect your competition and the Red Storm name on the jersey; this group made Somers and their families proud and achieved every goal!” Article provided by Somers Red Storm. Call for your FREE consultation today 293 Route 100 Suite 209 Somers, NY (914) 277-1111 www.BBOsmiles.com WE DON'T JUST CREATE AWESOME SMILES... WE INSPIRE THEM! Our friendly board-certified orthodontic specialists treat patients of all ages! We have an incredible team that works hard to make your braces/Invisalign experience amazing. DR. BRIDGHAM DR. BARR
THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 LEISURE THE SOMERS RECORD – PAGE 17 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. Civil rights organization 5. Calendar month (abbr.) 8. Monetary unit of Burma 11. Twyla __, US dancer 13. Everything included 14. “Antman” actor Rudd 15. Italian city 16. Nowhere to be found 17. Mild yellow Dutch cheese made in balls 18. Turkish officer 20. Perform on stage 21. Ribosomal ribonucleic acid 22. Canadian coastal provinces 25. Furnishes anew 30. Edible mollusk 31. No seats available 32. Garden figurine 33. Two-legged support 38. Rest here please (abbr.) 41. In a silly way 43. One from the Golden State 45. Photographers 48. Native religionn in parts of China 49. Dickens character 50. Brodway actress Daisy 55. Ancient Greek sophist 56. Undivided 57. Daniel __, French composer 59. Nocturnal S. American rodent 60. Rusty 61. Jewish spiritual leader 62. Patti Hearst’s captors 63. Popular global holiday (abbr.) 64. Tall, slender plant CLUES DOWN 1. Defunct US energy company 2. Fellow 3. It’s issued from volcanoes 4. Type of acid 5. Winged nut 6. Arouses 7. Things are served on it 8. San Diego ballplayer 9. Currency and a Chinese dynasty 10. __ mater, one’s school 12. Exclamation that denotes disgust 14. Hairstyle 19. Supreme ancient Egyptian god 23. They __ 24. Connecting line on a map 25. Mock 26. One point north of due east 27. Chinese philosophical principle 28. Type of tree 29. Persuade to do something 34. A place for travelers to rest 35. National Gallery of Art designer 36. Panamaniaan province 37. Field force unit (abbr.) 39. Whalers’ tool 40. Simply 41. Nigerian City 42. Not one 44. Obstruct 45. Political plot 46. Manila hemp plant 47. Dough made from corn flour 48. Fishes by letting the bob fly 51. Swiss river 52. Plant that makes gum 53. A French abbot 54. One point east of northeast 58. Get free of Craving a slice of pizza? You are likely not alone. According to a recent online survey by Caulipower, a maker of healthier pizza using cauliflower crusts, 98% of Americans eat pizza, and 33 million Americans have said they’d make it their last meal if they had a choice. Pizza certainly tops the lists of comfort foods people turn to when they want tasty meals or snacks. Let’s slice into a few more facts about pizza. • Pizza hails from Italy. Antica Pizzeria is the very first known pizzeria in Italy. It opened in 1738. • The pizza industry brings in roughly $30 billion a year. • Cheese pizza is a favorite of many. However, pepperoni is the most popular topping in the United States and Canada. • The busiest day for ordering pizza is Super Bowl Sunday. This fast food is easily enjoyed while watching the game. Now that we’ve consumed some pizza facts, it’s time to consume the pizza itself. Enjoy this recipe for “Classic Cheese Pizza” courtesy of The Pioneer Woman and Leah Perez. Dig into fun facts about pizza Classic Cheese Pizza Yields 6 to 8 servings 1-1/4 ounce packet active dry yeast 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1-1/2 cup warm water (90 to 100 F) 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided, plus more for brushing 2-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided 1 cup pizza sauce, divided 3 cups shredded lowmoisture mozzarella cheese, divided 1 cup cubed fresh mozzarella cheese, divided Fresh basil to serve 1. Sprinkle the yeast and sugar over the warm water in the bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk to combine and then let sit until bubbles have formed on the top, about five minutes. Add the flour, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and salt, and mix with the dough hook on low speed until the dough comes together, about two minutes. Scrape the bottoms and sides of the bowl. Increase the speed to medium-low until everything is well incorporated and the dough is sticky, two to three minutes more. 2. Drizzle the top of the dough and down the sides of the bowl with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Use a rubber spatula to flip the dough to coat in the oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise until doubled, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. 3. About 1 hour before you’re ready to make the pizza, place a pizza stone, steel, or an upside-down baking sheet on the upper third rack of the oven. Preheat the oven to 500 F. 4. On a lightly floured work surface, cut the dough in half and form into tight rounds. To form a nice round, flatten the dough onto the circle. Flip it over and gently pull the round against the counter to form a taut ball. Place the rounds on a lightly floured baking sheet with enough space for them to rise and expand, about an hour. 5. Place a 14-inch piece of heavy-duty foil on top of an upside-down half-sheet pan. Lightly brush the foil with oil and dust with flour. While working with one round of dough, cover the other with plastic wrap. 6. On a well-floured surface, press one piece of dough into an 8-inch round with 1-inch outer lip. Carefully lift the dough with your hands, cupping the lip to keep from flattening it. Working quickly, rotate the edge of the dough through your hands in a clockwise motion, allowing gravity to stretch the dough into a round shape. Place the dough back on the flour and stretch it into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to the prepared foil. 7. Sprinkle the surface of the pizza with 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan. Spread 1/2 cup pizza sauce over the parmesan, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle the pizza with 1-1/2 cups of low-moisture mozzarella and 1/2-cup cubed fresh mozzarella. 8. Using the upside down baking sheet as a pizza peel, transfer the pizza with the foil to the preheated baking stone. Bake until the crust is browned and the cheese is bubbling, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer pizza from the foil to a cooling rack. Brush the crust with olive oil, sprinkle the surface with basil leaves, and serve hot. Repeat the process for the other dough round.
PAGE 18 – THE SOMERS RECORD THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 Pointing out that a new support group for mothers has been formed, Scorrano hoped that membership would be “extended” to new fathers as well. “The transition to parenthood is beautiful and challenging, but even with support it can sometimes feel like too much,” he said. The group Scorrano referenced was cofounded by Rose Anna Muscolino and Catherine Gilbert with input and guidance from local moms such as Jackie Graziano and Fabriana Hershfield. “Embrace the MOMent Somers was started with the intention to build an organization for networking, support, information, more immediately for new moms, or moms new to the area, but ultimately for all Somers moms and moms to be,” Muscolino said, noting that it recognizes that “motherhood is immensely rewarding, but can be very stressful and isolating.” “We need to help other moms, support them, and be a source of comfort and information,” she added. Embrace the MOMent Somers is holding its first organizational meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 14 at the Somers Library. Volunteers such as nurses, doctors, social workers and teachers (among others) are being sought and subcommittees are being formed. As a spinoff, Hershfield has organized a Mom/Baby talk on postpartum depression at 10 a.m., Monday, Aug. 21, at the Somers Community Center, aka Crystal Hall, located at 43 Hillandale Road in Yorktown Heights. There will be a health professional present. (It is only open to new moms and moms-to-be who live within the Somers school district. Participants are asked to bring a soft baby blanket.) Embrace the MOMent Somers has created a Facebook page where it is posting events such as this past weekend’s informal play date in Reis Park. Other things contemplated are stroller hikes and Mom’s Night Outs. The fledgling group has set up an Instagram account and is putting together a website, which aims to offer a centralized place to find things such as mental health services as well as day care and babysitting options. “There’s so much information out there, but it’s all over the place. This will be streamlined, like a one-stop shop,” Muscolino explained. The group plans to have an informational booth at Celebrate Somers, the town’s annual community fest, this September. Much more is going on. Last week, a therapist volunteered to host a Zoom meeting for new moms. “It’s a work in progress,” she noted. Graziano said she’d been “noodling” about with the idea of creating a support network for both new moms and newcomers to Somers for a while. “The bottom line is there are people struggling, a lot of times in quiet. This will be a way they can be heard by the community,” she explained, noting that hundreds of people have gone on social media to either applaud the spirit of their efforts and/ or have “raised their hands” to volunteer to help in any way they could. A LIFELINE Seventeen years ago, Hershfield herself was experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression. While her husband was extremely supportive, she felt only mothers of newborns through six-month-olds -- a “critical time” – could truly grasp what she was going through. Hershfield was fortunate enough to find a very good support group. “It was a godsend,” she said. “Those women were our lifeline.” The time seems more than right for returning the favor. Hershfield wants to form a group that focuses on postpartum depression. “Sometimes from a tragedy, something good comes out of it. If we are able to save one mom, our job is done,” she said, adding that she was grateful for the dozens and dozens of folks in the community who have been offering to help. ‘IT’S OK TO ASK FOR HELP’ A visibly moved Scorrano shared Thursday that he’d “seen firsthand the love and support of our community.” “Our hearts go out to the family during this unthinkable time. I think about the parents and the husband and their pain about losing their loved ones. I think about the innocent child, who will never grow up and experience life’s beauty,” he said. Many people with mental health issues suffer needlessly in silence because of the stigma attached. Scorrano urged the community to “be an example by normalizing what it looks like to help others because asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.” Before calling for a moment of silence, the father of two urged folks to remember that “it’s OK to ask for help.” “We must listen to one another when we say we are struggling, we are tired, or we need a friend” Scorrano said. “It’s OK to slow down. It’s OK to seek professional help, even if we are the professionals ourselves.” Embrace the MOMent will hold a Mom/ Baby talk on postpartum depression on Aug. 21 at the Somers Community Center. MOMENT FROM PAGE 1 1 DETAILS OF OFFER: Offer expires 10/31/2023. Not valid with other offers or prior purchases. 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PAGE 22 – THE SOMERS RECORD BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE THURSDAY, AUGUST 17, 2023 While I am not a fan of labels, those considered “Solo-Seniors” or “Solo-Agers” are comprised of senior citizens who are not members of a traditional nuclear family. They might not have a significant other, children, siblings or close family or friends whom they can rely on in the event of incapacity or to handle their affairs upon their demise. They often live alone and may have close friends whom they socialize with, but do not want to burden those individuals with the task of caring for them and their affairs if they become incapacitated or pass away. The lack of a clear choice as to who to appoint as their “emergency team” can cause much procrastination when it comes to estate planning and the preparation of advance directives. This procrastination can have detrimental effects, including an increased risk of elder abuse (financial or physical), the senior being taken advantage of by those they hire to take care of them, or unfortunately the need of a Guardian being appointed. These outcomes can be avoided by some proactive (and creative!) pre-planning. Estate planning is not just about who inherits your money. A more important part of estate planning, especially for the single individual, is what happens while you are still alive, but unable to care for yourself. Having both a Durable Power of Attorney and Health Care Proxy allows the single individual to name someone to handle their financial and health care decisions during their lifetime, if they are unable to do so themselves. Guardianship, which is the legal option available for appointment of someone to make financial or personal decisions, should be a last resort, not something to be relied upon. So, the question becomes, who do you name for these roles? The answer really depends on your support network. In my experience, most single individuals will name siblings, nieces and nephews, life partners or alternatively very close friends as their Agents under their Health Care Proxies and Powers of Attorney. I urge my clients to discuss these documents with the individuals they trust and confirm they are willing to act on their behalf. More often than not, the individual (and any successor) is more than happy to step into the role and assist. In situations where a trusted family and/or friend is not possible, there are other options. For example, daily money managers or professional fiduciaries can be hired to act as Agent under a Power of Attorney, and sometimes your attorney, personal financial advisors, accountant and/or others in your professional network may be willing to act as agent. In these situations, a fee structure or salary for the agent can be agreed to in order for the single individual to not feel that they are being afforded any favors. Not only is the appointment of these individuals important, but providing them with a roadmap as to what your wishes are is equally helpful. I recommend creating a folder or binder with information regarding your assets, passwords, contact information (such as your attorney, financial advisor, accountant, doctors, etc.) and information as to how you would want your money spent during your life. Your agent for health care decision making should also be made aware of your medical conditions, medications, providers and insurance information. While these conversations (or putting this information on paper) may feel awkward, it can be tremendously helpful in ensuring your wishes are followed, especially for the solo-senior. Once the single individual’s advanced directives are executed, a secondary conversation should be had with an experienced estate and/or elder law attorney. The estate planning conversation should include the preparation of a Last Will and Testament, Revocable Trusts to avoid the probate process, and possibly even a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust in order to create a long term care plan. This is especially important if the single individual is concerned that their life savings may be dissipated by either the cost of their long term care at home or in a nursing home. While addressing these issues may be uncomfortable or stressful, putting a plan in place for the future can bring tremendous peace of mind, not only for the single individual, but for those who care about that person’s health and well-being as well. Lauren C. Enea, Esq. is a Senior Associate at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP. She concentrates her practice on Wills, Trusts and Estates, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Planning and Probate/Estate Administration. She believes that it is never too early or too late to start planning for your future and she enjoys working with individuals to ensure that their plan best suits their needs. Ms. Enea received a B.S. in Business Management from Quinnipiac University, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and a J.D. from the Pace University School of Law, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She is admitted to practice law in New York and Florida. She can be contacted at 914-948-1500 or www.esslawfirm.com. Aging alone does not need to be lonely Estate planning tips for ‘Solo-Seniors’ Lunch & Learn Series Held on the last Wednesday of each month, Lunch & Learn programs at Enea, Scanlan and Sirignano, LLP, shed light on a variety of important elder law and estate planning topics. The free educational program, held at the firm’s White Plains location, is open to the public – though space is limited. Those interested are encouraged to register early by calling 914-948-1500 to reserve their spot. A light lunch and refreshments are included. Future programs include: Sept. 27 LLCs: The Pros, Cons and Estate Planning: For some, an LLC can be a useful tool to pass assets down to loved ones while avoiding or minimizing estate taxes. Discover if an LLC may be right for your estate planning needs as well as how they are used to reduce the risk of personal liability with rental properties. Presentation by Anthony J. Enea, Esq. & Michael P. Enea, Esq. Oct. 25 Understanding the Implications of Gray Divorce: A divorce later in life often adds a level of complexity to the estate and tax plan process. Understand what potential complications may arise and how to address them – from division of assets and tax issues to estate and long-term care planning. Presented by Lauren C. Enea, Esq. Estate planning is not just about who inherits your money. A more important part of estate planning, especially for the single individual, is what happens while you are still alive, but unable to care for yourself.’ Lauren Enea Senior Associate at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP LAUREN ENEA GUEST CORNER
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