NORTH SALEM’S ONLY WEEKLY NEWSPAPER MAILED TO EVERY HOME AND BUSINESS. VOL. 9 NO. 33 Visit TapIntoNorthSalem.net for the latest news. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 BALANCED ROCK 4 CLASSIFIEDS 22 LEGAL NOTICES 20 LEISURE 19 OPINION 10 SPORTS 16 Booster Club Fundraiser pg 18 TIGERS UNITE! BY BRETT FREEMAN PUBLISHER The Jewish community in Northern Westchester and Putnam counties was left reeling last week after the Palestinian Hamas terrorist organization on Oct. 7 murdered more than 1,300 Jews, including 29 Americans living in Israel. Hamas also abducted between 130 and 150 hostages, according to reports, including babies. Jewish women and girls were paraded around Gaza with blood-soaked pants, indicating many instances of rape. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed last Thursday seeing images of a baby riddled with bullets, young people burned alive, and soldiers beheaded. Blinken said the carnage harkens back to ISIS. As of press time, 10 area synagogues were planning a gathering in support of Israel on Oct. 17, hosted by Congregation Sons of Israel of Briarcliff. Organizers included Temple Beth Am of Yorktown, Hebrew Congregation of Somers, Temple Beth Shalom of Mahopac and Temple Shaaray Tefila of Bedford Corners. Attendees were asked to bring the names of loved ones who have died, who are missing or who are currently in harm’s way in Israel. Meanwhile, while no specific threats had been reported, the entire community has been on edge, particularly last Friday when Hamas called for a global day of jihad. Tensions were exacerbated when the New York City Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) showed support for the terrorist attacks in a rally on Oct. 8. “It is absolutely disgusting that the NYC-DSA held a rally celebrating the murderous rampage of Hamas terrorists through Israel,” Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) stated in a release. “There is no moral equivalency between Israel defending its right to exist and these coldblooded killers who went door to door indiscriminately butchering men, women, children and the elderly. It is unconscionable that these fringe lunatics stand in solidarity with Hamas murderers.” A widely circulated photo showed an attendee of the DSA’s rally holding a swastika. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), the Chicago chapter of BLM shared an image of a paraglider holding a Palestinian flag, declaring “I Stand With Palestine.” The paraglider image was in reference to some of the Hamas members who infiltrated Israel by air on Oct. 7, including terrorists who killed at least 260 young Israelis at a concert dubbed a “Festival of Peace and Love,” which likely consisted of social justice-oriented Israelis who had been sympathetic to the Palestinian cause. Several of the local social justice organizations denounced the attacks perpetrated by Hamas. Yorktown for Justice (YFJ), which sponsored a “Peaceful Vigil for Israelis and Palestinians” at the Yorktown First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, put out the following statement: “As advocates for peace and justice, Yorktown for Justice is Region rallies in support of Israel, Jewish community The community gathered at a vigil organized by Chabad of Bedford on Oct. 12. PHOTO: CAROL REIF SEE ISRAEL PAGE 6 NOW BOOKING HOLIDAY EVENTS HAYFIELDS MARKET 1 Bloomer Rd • North Salem • 914.669.8275 Hayfieldsmarket.com JOIN US FOR SUNDAY CARS & COFFEE
Page 2 – North Salem News Thursday, October 19, 2023 Brent Golisano I am a retired plastic and reconstructive surgeon who discovered North Salem 20 years ago because of my love of horses. I have lived here full-time for the past 12 years with my husband, Dr. George DiGiacinto, a retired neurosurgeon. We live in North Salem because of its small-town feel, beauty, serenity and safety. I’m running to preserve that small time feel and I have much to offer. I trained medical students and residents in surgery and ran my own practice for 30 years, which is about rendering medical care and helping people, but is also essentially a small business, so the bottom line is important. As President of the New York County Medical Society and Delegate to the Medical Society of the State of New York, I collaborated with other physicians and elected officials on important medical issues. I was also an expert consultant in medical malpractice cases for 35 years. When I retired, I became more involved in our community with memberships in local organizations. I have been the most involved in the North Salem Open Land Foundation as a member of the Board of Trustees. I have organized two major fundraisers including the first 5K race ever at the Baxter Preserve. Currently I am Chair of the Baxter Preserve Task Force as well as Joint Master of Foxhounds and Treasurer of the Goldens Bridge Hounds. I have many skills that will benefit this town. I understand responsible cash management. I can work jointly with others to achieve a goal. I know how to roll up my sleeves, study a problem and get the work done. I understand the importance of cooperation and compromise to achieve what is best for the town. Some may say I have no government experience. That is true! I am not a politician, merely a concerned citizen with a wealth of life experience who will bring a fresh perspective to the Town Board. I love living in North Salem and want to preserve its rural character for as long as possible. I am a true fiscal conservative and am committed to keeping town expenditure under control while still providing high quality and efficient town services. I am a busy person, and that’s the type of person you want on your Town Board, because that’s the type of person who gets things done. Please vote for me on Nov 7th. I will not let you down. LUCAS • ALMEYDA • GOLISANO FOR TOWN BOARD A resident of North Salem since 1977, I am running for re-election as Town Councilman. I have been working with Supervisor Lucas on the improvements made for our Peach Lake Communities, Croton Falls and Purdys. I am fully supportive of our Croton Falls 2025 plan which includes green-spaces, new lighting, sewers and other enhancements. We are also working with the MTA in planning safer access to Purdys Station and hope to begin work on a Comprehensive Plan for Purdys to include a through review of drainage within the hamlet. I like to consider myself an advocate for the residents of North Salem. Whenever faced with a decision on any issue, I try to put myself in your shoes. How would you react? How would you want a particular issue to be handled? I believe my job is to make decisions that best represent you. Recently, the Town Board was presented with a proposed Landscaping and Exterior Lighting ordinance for discussion. The Planning Board did a tremendous job and spent countless hours preparing the proposed ordinance. My issue had to do with the cost of implementation of the ordinance. If implemented, the ordinance would have caused almost every resident in North Salem to reach into their pockets and spend money changing light fixtures on their homes. I felt this was wrong and not in the best interest of the residents, regardless of political affiliation. Thank you for allowing me to serve you for the past 8 years. Please vote on November 7, 2023. Paid for by Lucas, Almeyda, Golisano North Salem Local Keeping North Salem Rural Elizabeth Almeyda
Thursday, October 19, 2023 North Salem News – Page 3 BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER Local candidates taking part in a forum hosted by the North Salem Seniors Club last week were -- not surprisingly -- asked to address several areas of interest to the older community. Tops on the list were the use of the town’s new community center, transportation services, specifically a long-awaited new senior van, and tax assistance for folks with limited incomes. Other questions posed at the North Salem Firehouse on Titicus Road Tuesday, were about more general issues such as traffic safety. Running for two open seats on the Town Board are newcomer Dr. Elizabeth Almeyda, and incumbents Councilpersons Brent Golisano and Katherine Daniels. Also introducing -- or re-introducing -- themselves to senior voters were: Town Supervisor Warren Lucas, Town Justice Daniel Seymour, and Town Clerk Maria Hlushko, and County Legislator Erika Lang Pierce. Town Justice John Aronian, also an incumbent and unopposed, didn’t make the event. HLUSHKO Hlushko, who said later that she probably knew most of the audience members that day, gave a brief overview of what the town clerk’s job entails. She also alerted folks to a “Town Clerk to the Rescue Tuesdays” event set for 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Oct. 24 at 3 Owens Road. It’s a drop-in event; no registration is needed. They will be doing blood pressure checks and will also help residents with things like signing up for the town’s emergency notification system, notifying NYSE&G about needed power outage assistance, and dog license registration. One attendee, worried about being able to be able to afford to stay in her home, asked if the town could help with tax rebates. Hlushko pointed out that from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 24, town assessor Karen Futia, or someone from her office, will be available at 3 Owens Road to answer questions about taxes, property evaluations, and related topics, including the enhanced STAR program, which provides folks ages 65 and older who have certain incomes, with an exemption from school property taxes for owneroccupied, primary residences. SEYMOUR Seymour explained the role of town judges, as he saw it. “Of course, to always be fair, but I think the three things we try to do are to promote respect for the law, to provide a deterrent to those who might consider breaking the law, and, if there’s a conviction, under our constitution, to impose an appropriate measure of punishment,” he said. “We’re the people’s court and we handle everything from a dog running loose without a leash or a license, all the way up to a violent felony offense.” Seymour added that he loved his job and joked that if the supervisor and other Town Board members weren’t listening, he’d “might even tell you that I’d do it for free.” ALMEYDA A retired plastic/reconstructive surgeon, Almeyda is 71 and a new grandmother. “I’m a senior, but I don’t consider seniors a separate demographic. I think they’re part of the town,” she said, adding: “And what I want to do is what’s good for the town and (what) will be good for seniors.” Pierce, a Katonah resident, spoke about HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program), a federally funded program administered by the county that helps low-income, elderly, and disabled resident with home heating costs. That includes replacing defunct equipment such as boilers, which are, she noted, “very expensive.” With inflation being what it is, and seniors’ income being fixed, it’s not all that hard for them to crack the eligibility threshold, Pierce said, urging those struggling to stay afloat financially to “reach out to her office.” Agreeing with the county legislator that “we should help people out when they need it,” Almeyda said she’s been lobbying Assemblyman Chris Burdick (D-Bedford) to consider legislation that would help older residents buy home generators. She suggested “some sort of rebate or subsidy” would be in order adding: “There’s no reason a senior should have to go without electricity for 12 hours.” GOLISANO Golisano, who grew up in North Salem and is an attorney, recalled the day when every kind of community activity was held at the school. “Covid kind of put an end to that, which, to me, emphasized the need for a town-owned community center,” he said. When 3 Owens Road, a former school turned theater and arts center in Croton Falls, came up for sale, Golisano suggested that the town buy it. “There was a little bit of pushback and the running joke at the time was, if this fails, we can blame Brent,” he said. One of the things the town wanted was a space dedicated to seniors. “Early on, we had to make sure people knew the entire building wasn’t going to be for seniors, but there was going to be a senior room. That was important,” Golisano explained. While seniors can always participate in any of the center’s recreational programs, there are several that are now free and older-adult friendly, including chair yoga and meditation. “We really want seniors to make use of the building,” Golisano said, noting that he and Daniels have been working together towards “that goal.” “Right now, we’re busy with our campaigns, but I’m sure we’ll get back to that. I do hope you use the facility and the van,” he told seniors. Lucas later mentioned that budget time is coming up and the town will be looking into ways to increase allocations for senior programs. DANIELS “So 3 Owens Road is a resource that the town purchased for seniors and all residents to enjoy as a recreation center,” said Daniels adding: “I’m very glad we have it now; it’s a beautiful facility.” Seniors have their own room, access to the center’s kitchen, and many program options. “I think we should make this as easy as we can for seniors,” Daniels said, pointing out that the town is in the process of getting a new 10-person senior van with a wheelchair lift. The current van has aged out and isn’t currently being used, according to Superintendent of Recreation Lauren Rosasco, who added that once the new one arrives, the town hopes that “people will take advantage of it.” It will transport folks to events and programs in town and nearby. “Really, the sky’s the limit,” Rosasco said last week of its possible uses. Daniels brought along a pile of absentee ballot applications on which she had written her phone number. While, as a candidate, she obviously can’t drive anyone to the polls, she can take them other places. “I’m a practicing attorney, so I do have a busy life, but I always make Candidates address North Salem seniors Dr. Elizabeth Almeyda, Katherine Daniels, and Brent Golisano PHOTOS: CAROL REIF The community gathered at the North Salem Firehouse on Titicus Road. Town Supervisor Warren Lucas will once again be seeking re-election. SEE SENIORSPAGE 20
Page 4 – North Salem News Thursday, October 19, 2023 North Salem News USPS #22110 Published Weekly by Halston Media, LLC at 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 Halston Media, LLC The Staff EDITORIAL TEAM Tom Walogorsky Editor: 914-302-5830 [email protected] ADVERTISING TEAM Paul Forhan (914) 806-3951 [email protected] Bruce Heller (914) 486-7608 [email protected] Lisa Kain (201) 317-1139 [email protected] Corinne Stanton (914) 760-7009 [email protected] Jay Gussak (914) 299-4541 [email protected] Pam Zacotinsky (845) 661-0748 [email protected] PRODUCTION TEAM Tabitha Pearson Marshall Creative Director/Photographer [email protected] Noah Elder Designer Bri Agosta Designer Haven Elder Designer EXECUTIVE TEAM Brett Freeman CEO & Publisher 845-208-8151 [email protected] Deadlines North Salem News Deadline The deadline for advertisements and editorial submissions for North Salem News is the Thursday before the next publication date. For more information, call Tom Walogorsky at 914-302-5830 or email [email protected] Online Follow Us Periodicals Postage Paid at Somers, NY and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to North Salem News at 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 914.455.2158 SpirelliElectric.com • [email protected] Specializing in residential & commercial services. Licenses in Westchester, Putnam CREATING CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE Family Owned—Over 40 Years Experience! $25 OFF Service Calls When You Present This Ad. New Customers Only. Keep the lights on. • GENERATORS • Outdoor Lighting • Smart Home Setup • Electric Car Chargers AND ALL OF YOUR ELECTRIC NEEDS! The Schoolhouse Theater has announced that they will be offering free tickets to North Salem residents for performances of the upcoming show “3-Way Stop” by James Sheldon. Directed by Owen Thompson, “3-Way Stop” will present three intriguing stories set in a world where nothing is quite the way it seems, involving dark secrets, sibling rivalry, and what happens after the end of the world. As the playwright explains, “Life isn’t the way it’s supposed to be.” “3-Way Stop” will run until Oct. 29, with performances to be held at 3 Owens Road in Croton Falls. Free tickets for North Salem residents will be available on a first come, first serve basis, and can be obtained by calling 914-473-7111. For more information, visit www. theschoolhousetheater.org. The Schoolhouse Theater offers free tickets to North Salem residents North Salem Central School District officials announced last week that Tompkins Field is closed to the public as of Oct. 16. Work was scheduled to begin on Monday, and weather permitting, the asphalt surface will be completed by the end of November. At that time, the track will be available for walking or running only. In the springtime the track surface will be placed over the asphalt base, at which point Tompkins Field will be closed again. Tompkins Field closed for resurfacing The track at Tompkins Field is a popular destination for local walkers and joggers. PHOTO COURTESY OF NSCSD First Church of Christ, Scientist 13 Bedford Road in Katonah Thanksgiving Day Service Thursday, Nov. 23, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. All are welcome! Child care will be provided, no collection taken. For more information, call 914-232-3842. PQ PTO Trunk or Treat Saturday, Oct. 28, from 4 to 6 p.m. Trunkers needed! Want to decorate a trunk and hand out candy? Contact PQPTO@ northsalemschools.org. To be held in the North Salem Middle/ High School parking lot. 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. Town Clerk to the Rescue! Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 9 to 11 a.m. Residents age 50+ are invited to come for a free blood pressure check, assistance filling out a “File of Life” and signing up for the town’s emergency notification system, NYSEg power outage assistance, help in notifying NYSEG and NSVAC for any oxygen-dependent in case of a power outage, and dog license registration assistance. Just drop in, no registration required! To be held at the Community Center at 3 Owens Road. Ruth Keeler Memorial Library The library is open for browsing, computer use and reading! Please visit www.ruthkeelermemorial library.org for more information. BALANCED ROCK SEE ROCK PAGE 8
Thursday, October 19, 2023 North Salem News – Page 5 The North Salem Republican Town Committee is partnering with United for the Troops to sponsor a Christmas gift collection for troops serving overseas during the holiday season. Collection boxes have been set up at local businesses through November 16th where donations can be delivered. Kingsleys Deli, 252 June Rd, North Salem Blazer Pub, 440 Rt 22, North Salem Franks Pizza, 2 West Cross St, Croton Falls Hayfields, 1 Bloomer Rd, North Salem Hygrade Market, 10 Front St, Croton Falls Sals Pizza & Pasta, 1 Dingle Ridge Rd, North Salem Families with Children are encouraged to write letters or draw pictures that can be distributed to the servicemen and women, letting them know we appreciate them. Items such as these would be appreciated. A more complete list can be found at www.northsalemrepublican.com Pringles Trail Mix Granola Bars Cookies Power Bars Nuts Slim Jims Beef Jerky Pop tarts Tuna Fish Drink Mix(Small) Soup Cereals(small) Candy Peanut Butter Jam&Jelly(Small) Drink Mix(Small) Condiments Foot Powder Hand Sanitizer Baby Wipes Chapstick Eyedrops Sunscreen Toothbrush Dental Floss Deodorant Batteries Socks Band-Aids Zip-loc-bags Dryer sheet Undershirts Boxers Playing Cards Air Fresheners
Page 6 – North Salem News Thursday, October 19, 2023 appalled by the recent slaughter and kidnapping of innocent Jewish civilians by terrorists. We condemn the ongoing death and destruction in Israel and Gaza. We are in grief over the loss of Israeli and Palestinian lives over the past week. We do not condone attacks on civilians or violence of any kind. We hope for a solution that will provide a future based on justice, equality and human dignity for all.” Race Amity of Northern Westchester and Putnam put out a nearly identical statement. Marisa Ragonese, a co-founder of YFJ, said she hadn’t seen the anti-Semitic BLM memes, but she emphasized that it’s possible to both denounce Hamas’ actions and support the Palestinian cause. “I haven’t seen the memes, but to me denouncing terrorism by Hamas or by any group or government is not akin to denouncing calls for ‘Free Palestine’ or the existence of Israel,” Ragonese said. “There is a distinction between a government and its people, meaning if the Israeli government is perpetrating violence against Palestinians, it does not justify violence against Israeli citizens.” Given the large Jewish population in New York, the Hamas attack hit close to home. Rabbi Robert Weiner of Temple Beth Am Yorktown described a lot of Zoom meetings he has attended with members of the congregation. “They’re crying, they’re hurt, and they’re angry,” said Weiner, who has Facebook friends living in Israel who have family members that have been kidnapped. Mahopac’s Rabbi Sarah Freidson of Temple Beth Shalom was unequivocal in an email she sent out to the congregation. “There will inevitably be voices that claim this brutal violence was provoked by Israel,” she wrote. “Nonsense. This is terrorism, plain and simple. There is no justification for going door to door, kidnapping children and the elderly or murdering parents in front of their children. There is no justification for the brutal murder of young people dancing at a music festival.” Rabbi Yehuda Heber of the Chabad of Yorktown noted that his congregation was in the midst of celebrating Simchat Torah when the attacks happened. Literally translating as “Joy of the Torah,” the holiday is among the most joyous in Judaism. On Oct. 9, congregants gathered together and had a day of prayer for Israel at the Chabad, and they were joined by elected officials. “The Jewish nation has gone through many persecutions in our history,” Rabbi Heber said. “We were crushed, beaten, slaughtered, but we emerged, rebuilt, and grown. WE SHALL AGAIN OVERCOME - AM YISRAEL CHAI [the Jewish nation lives on]!” Heber added, “We believe this is pure evil. Evil needs to be eradicated. We choose to respond on our end with increasing goodness and kindness. Evil is darkness, and we choose to light up the world with goodness and kindness to counter hatred and evil. That’s our personal response.” Late last week, Westchester County Police assured the public that there was no specific threat, but increased patrols around schools and Jewish houses of worship on Oct. 13. The increased uniformed police presence occurred in the five school districts where the county police provide school resource officers, and in the two communities, Mount Kisco and Cortlandt, where it provides municipal police services. The school districts were the North Salem Central School District, Lakeland Central School District, Hendrick Hudson School District, Somers Central School District, and Katonah-Lewisboro School District. On the state level, support for Israel was bipartisan from the local representatives. State Sen. Peter Harckham had attended a number of vigils at local synagogues. “We have many constituents who have family in Israel and they are gravely concerned about their family members,” Harckham said. “New York State has the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, so this is deeply personal for all of them, and it is important we be there to show support during this time.” Assemblyman Matt Slater (NY-94), said, “The unprovoked terrorist attacks on Israel is an unsettling reminder that our enemies continue to plot harm and destruction against the United States and our freedom loving allies. I proudly stand with Israel and pray for the victims of these heinous acts of war.” Assemblyman Chris Burdick (NY-93), in the district covering North Salem, Katonah, Mt. Kisco and Bedford, called the atrocities perpetrated by Hamas “unspeakable.” “This is such a difficult time,” Burdick said. “We are all grieving. It would be a real delusion and closing our eyes if we didn’t recognize that the sole objective of Hamas is to wipe Israel off the face of the Earth. Let’s make no mistake about that,” he said, pointing out that Israel is a “loyal ally” and the United States has a “moral obligation” to support it in any way it can. Local governments throughout the region did their parts to demonstrate solidarity with Israel, including nearby Lewisboro, which lit up the front of its Town Hall with blue and white lights to show support for Israel. “Over the weekend there was a horrific and senseless terrorist attack on Israel,” said Lewisboro Town Supervisor Tony Gonçalves. “This attack affected innocent victims going about their daily lives and is growing into yet another senseless war which will be impacting many more innocent lives, both Israeli and Palestinian. Our hearts go out to all the families and loved ones affected by this devastating event.” North Salem Supervisor Warren Lucas said in a statement: “The Town of North Salem condemns Hamas’s invasion of Israel, and the atrocities committed. We respect the right of all people, irrespective of ethnicity, to a life of health and happiness and we steadfastly oppose acts of terrorism and violence. Our hope is that the conflict can be resolved without any further deaths and destruction.” Meanwhile, the North Salem Republican Party put out a call to raise funds for ISRAEL FROM PAGE 1 SEE ISRAEL PAGE 7 Contact ANTHONY J. ENEA, ESQ. 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Thursday, October 19, 2023 North Salem News – Page 7 the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews. “Israel is a beacon of democracy and freedom in a volatile region. They have consistently stood alongside us, sharing our values and interests, and now we stand with them,” the North Salem Republican Committee stated. “Your donation today will provide crucial support for the wounded and traumatized, deliver vital supplies to those who have lost everything, and help rebuild shattered communities. Together, we can offer some hope and healing to those who need it most.” At the Yorktown Town Board meeting on Oct. 10, Town Supervisor Tom Diana added Israel to the customary moment of silence he holds for police, fire, ambulance and our armed forces. “Let us please keep in our thoughts and prayers the people of Israel and those fighting men and women over there that are trying to regain some type of normalcy for the horrific acts that are occurring at this point in time,” Diana said. Yorktown Councilman Ed Lachterman was also unequivocal in his support for Israel. “As a Jew who grew up in a very diverse area and dealt with antisemitism throughout my life, it’s very disheartening to see this brutal attack which goes way past simple anti-Semitism,” Lachterman said. “Hamas is the leadership party in Palestine, and for this to be acceptable behavior to anyone is lunacy. What I find even more abhorrent is that we have elected officials in our own country who are trying to defend this and people who cried ‘foul’ when the United States gave Israel missiles for the iron dome, which is purely defensive, and now they do not want Israel to defend their citizens from brutal and bloody slaughter. I think people should be ejected from Congress if they believe that the behavior of Hamas slaughtering innocent people is acceptable and justifiable… that’s not what leadership is about, and that’s not what America is about.” Bedford Supervisor Ellen Calves put out the following statement to residents: “The Town of Bedford acknowledges the horrific events that are taking place in Israel and the impact that has on our own community. With antiSemitism already surging around the world, the unimaginable events that have occurred before our eyes create an unprecedented sense of despair and distress. Many residents are traumatized and have been impacted directly. “Bedford will not tolerate antiSemitism, terrorism, hate assaults or discrimination of any kind. Please reach out to neighbors to show support, kindness, inclusion and solidarity. “Thank you to Chabad of Bedford for hosting a community vigil on Thursday evening and to the Bedford Police Department for providing support for the safety and comfort of all attendees. We will continue to be proactive for the safety of our residents.” Somers Supervisor Rob Scorrano also put out a statement: “With everything going on in the world today, our hearts and prayers go out to the people of Israel. The Town would like to make something perfectly clear. Israel has the right to defend itself against Hamas, a terrorist organization. An organization that’s doing unimaginable things to innocent men, women, and children. Human beings are being slaughtered in cold blood. We stand with Israel and behind the Jewish families here in Somers, our friends and neighbors. May our American citizens who are caught in the line of fire come home safe. And many of the innocent civilians in that area, we hope you find peace and shelter.” Carol Reif, Tom Walogorsky, Tom Bartley, Emile Menasché, Bob Dumas, and Sophia Caselnova contributed to this report. ISRAEL FROM PAGE 6 BBrreewwsstteerr, , NNYY aannd d BBeetthheell,, CCT T SShhoowwrroooommss On your project everyday until completion... GUARANTEED! On your project everyday until completion... GUARANTEED! 884455--227788--00007700 SSoouutthheeaassttkkiittcchheennaanndbdbaatthh..ccoomm Celebrating 50 years NORTH SALEM TOWN BOARD Katherine Daniels Re-elect KATHERINE’S PRIORITIES Planning and Community Engagement Balanced Leadership Fiscal Responsibility and Transparency Preserve Open Space Three years of service on our Town Board have confirmed that integrity, solid human connections, transparency and minimizing partisanship are essential to excellence in government. Working for you on the Town Board, I will continue to insist upon careful long-range planning, controlling spending, even-handed enforcement of the town code and the protection of our unique rural character. I will continue to inspire and encourage volunteerism, the backbone of our community. PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT KATHERINE DANIELS YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE KATHERINEDANIELS.ORG
Page 8 – North Salem News Thursday, October 19, 2023 MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO PLAY THE NEW YORK LOTTERY GAMES. PLEASE PLAY RESPONSIBLY. 24-HOUR PROBLEM GAMING HOTLINE: 1-877-8-HOPENY (846-7369) RWHudsonValleyNY.com Sunday, October 29 • 6pm Earn Entries All Month Long! 2023 JEEP RENEGADE DRAWING Newburgh, NY Most programs are in person or on ZOOM. Send an email if you want to participate to [email protected]. When you email, a link will be sent to click on, including a password to enter. Author Talk Sunday, Oct. 22, at 3:30 p.m. “The Aftermath: The Last Days of the Baby Boom and the Future of Power in America” by Philip Bump. Bump, a Washington Post columnist, offers a sweeping assessment of how the baby boomers created modern America and how power, wealth, and politics will change as their influence wanes. Halloween Costume Party Monday, Oct. 30, at 1 p.m. Join in at the library for a children’s Halloween bash! Show off your costumes in a fun parade, indulge in tasty snacks, and enjoy bewitching crafts. A spellbinding afternoon awaits! Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden 28 Deveau Road in North Salem www. hammondmuseum.org Garden in the Garden! Friday, Oct. 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers will assist with a range of tasks including tidying stone and moss areas, raking paths, removing invasive plants, and pruning shrubs and small trees (under guidance). Volunteers will enjoy preferential access to workshops on the related arts of pruning, bonsai cultivation, and flower arranging. The Hammond promotes aesthetic pruning and envisions bringing together professionals and amateurs interested in this craft. ArtsWestchester’s ArtsMobile Comes to the Hammond Friday, Oct. 20, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. ArtsWestchester’s ArtsMobile program offers hands-on arts activities for all ages and abilities led by a professional teaching artist. Join in for a free Halloween/Fall themed clay workshop! These workshops are made possible by major support from White Plains Hospital and Westchester County. Don’t miss out! Tai Chi and Chi Gong Classes Master Ron Statler will be offering new classes to the community of North Salem. First on the list is Tai Chi and Chi Gong. Tai Chi and Chi gong are wonderful health exercises for any age. Historically, they have been used to treat a host of health problems, including circulation and nervous disorders, muscle injuries, arthritis and even asthma. Because both Tai Chi & Chi Gong include meditation, they help people manage stress and relax. Come learn the “Art of Tai Chi” and give yourself the gift of a lifetime! Classes will be held at Union Hall Dance & Yoga Studio located at 2 Keeler Lane in North Salem, with a lunchtime class at 12 p.m. For more information call 203-470-2441 or email at Healingtouch [email protected]. A Message from the North Salem Seniors Don’t you want to join us? We meet each month on the second Tuesday at the North Salem fire house at 301 Titicus Road. You must be over 50 years old, fill out the enrollment form and send it in with $10 dues. Members are looking forward to the Candidates Forum, flu shots, a defensive driving course, a Thanksgiving celebration, our holiday luncheon, and many more fun-filled activities. So become a member and join us! Contact me at [email protected] Westchester Bluegrass Club www.westchesterbluegrassclub.com Mark Cosgrove and Good Medicine Saturday, Oct. 21, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Mark Cosgrove’s distinctive, creative flatpicking sound has been heard all over the US and Europe, as well as in Australia and Japan. A lot of this exposure and travel is due to Mark’s association with Americana and roots music icon David Bromberg. In addition to touring with the Grammy nominated David Bromberg Quintet and Big Band, Mark had the great good fortune to be featured on the three most recent recordings of David’s, the latest of which, Big Road, reached Number One on Billboard’s Blues Chart for multiple weeks. The previous release, The Blues, The Whole Blues, And Nothing But The Blues, was selected by The Downbeat Magazine’s Critics Poll as 2017 Blues Album of the Year. In the Bromberg bands, Mark plays acoustic and electric guitar and mandolin, and sings harmony vocals. Doors open at 6 p.m., acoustic jam from 6 - 7:15, Open Mic 7:15 - 8, Mark Cosgrove and Good Medicine 8 - 9:30 p.m.Donation: $25. Please bring a small snack to share! Chronic Pain Support Group Research tells us that 50 million Americans live with chronic pain, or pain that lasts most days or every day for three months or more. Of this group, 20 million experience high-impact chronic pain, or pain that interferes with basic functioning and activities of daily living. Pain is the No. 1 reason that Americans access the health care system, and costs the nation up to $635 billion each year in medical treatments, disability payments and lost productivity. Support groups provide a forum for those with pain to gain support and learn about ways to manage pain and progress from patient to person. This group takes place over Zoom every other week. For more information, call Ted Bloch at 914- 552-6281 or email him at tednbloch@ gmail.com. All conversations are kept strictly confidential. ROCK FROM PAGE 4 BALANCED ROCK
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118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 HALSTON MEDIA, LLC 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 North Salem News 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 to [email protected]. For more information, call the editor at 914-302-5830. Opinion Page 10 – North Salem News Thursday, October 19, 2023 Happily Ever After Election Letters Policy This Saturday, Oct. 21, is the last day to submit a letter criticizing any of the candidates for local office, which will appear in the Oct. 26 issue. The Nov. 2 edition exists for rebuttals and positive endorsements. The last day to submit a letter endorsing a candidate is Saturday, Oct. 28. Keep North Salem rural! Dear Editor, Last year, Gov. Hochul put a line in her budget for transit-oriented development, which meant that the state would be able to supersede local zoning to allow development of multiple housing units within a half mile radius of any transportation hub. There was much opposition to this, and it was finally removed from the budget. Now Hochul is taking a different approach via Executive Order No. 30: “Directing State Agencies, Authorities, and Entities to Prioritize the Allocation of Certain Discretionary Funds to Those Localities That Promote the Construction of Housing,” which basically states (paraphrasing) that if a town identifies itself as a “pro- housing community,” that town or municipality will be more likely to be considered for state grant money. It is a carrot rather than a stick, but it is a pretty rotten carrot. What Gov. Hochul wants is 1% more housing in the state every year for the next three years. This would mean approximately 66 more units in North Salem. I don’t doubt that more housing is needed in the state, but it is probably needed where the population is denser and where the jobs are (New York City, Yonkers, Mt. Vernon.). It certainly is not needed or wanted here. We do not want our town to be suburbanized. We want to maintain the rural character of North Salem. North Salem can boast that it has 50% of the agricultural land of Westchester County. We do not want that agricultural land to be developed. Plus, we don’t have the infrastructure. We are dealing with an infrastructure problem right now regarding how we can build a sewer system for the Croton Falls business district. This is not about rejecting people. This is about keeping our town relatively undeveloped, so that it remains a quiet, safe, serene and beautiful place to live and raise our children. Please elect me to the Town Board on Nov. 7 so that I can help fight this initiative. -Elizabeth Almeyda Candidate for Town Board Katherine Daniels is practical and solves problems Dear Editor, On Tuesday, Nov. 7, we will vote to decide upon the new make-up of our Town Board. Local government is more important than ever. In this age of sad and shameful national political discourse, local governance is much more practical, focused on solving problems and providing the services that affect our daily lives, like keeping our taxes as low as possible, using our tax dollars efficiently to plan and administer town services, and responding to the evolving needs of our residents. I will be voting to re-elect Katherine Daniels for Town Board and I appreciate the opportunity to share some of the reasons that I’m enthusiastic about supporting her. I have known Daniels for many years and have worked alongside her on our North Salem Board of Education. In my opinion, the most important qualification for a Town Board member is experience and skill at complex problem solving. At a foundational level, Daniels’ professional experience as a lawyer gives her an innate ability to work effectively on the many complex issues that involve state and federal regulation. Her experience has also trained her on the importance of being well prepared and well informed through research, policy review and relationships with state and regional organizations. More so, one of the most important hallmarks of Daniels’ process is that she goes deeper, considering every angle, every possible unintended consequence, and the perspectives of all the key stakeholders. It’s not just that she believes this is important - she has a lifetime of experience putting this into practice. Character also matters. Daniels is one of the most intelligent, yet humble people I have worked beside. Her leadership style is thoughtful and purposeful, fiscally responsible, collaborative, open minded, hard working, and grounded in facts, not emotion. She has dedicated herself to serving North Salem for many years in many ways - on the Town Board, the Board of Education, the North Salem Ambulance Corp, the North Salem Open Land Foundation and the North Salem Bridle Trails Association. With every issue that she champions, Katherine Daniels is a woman who has deep roots and deep experience caring about North Salem. She is someone that I can proudly point to and say, “there is a woman who has done so much to make my town run more efficiently; to ensure that my children received a great public education; and to preserve North Salem as the beautiful rural place that it is to live and raise a family.” I think we’re very fortunate to have Katherine Daniels working on our behalf, and that is why on Tuesday, Nov. 7, I look forward to casting a vote of gratitude and appreciation to re-elect her to our Town Board. -Carolyn Aversano North Salem school board trustee Thanks for re-writing the lighting proposal Dear Editor, I would like to express my thanks to Supervisor Warren Lucas, Councilman Brent Golisano and Deputy Supervisor Peter Kamenstein, who decided on Oct. 10 to return the lighting proposal back to the Planning Board for major revision. The Town Board instructed them to delete most of the language and simplify the proposal to a short statement to ban the use of flood lights and/or spotlights that are directed at an adjoining neighbor. These lights must be directed downward so as to not be a nuisance. The more comprehensive version of the proposal has been dropped, including the paragraph on restriction of holiday lights. Several members of the public, including candidate for Town Council, Dr. Elizabeth Almeyda, expressed opposition and their voices were heard. I acknowledge that the Planning Board worked long and hard on this document and I applaud their efforts. LETTERS SEE LETTERSPAGE 11
Thursday, October 19, 2023 OPINION North Salem News – Page 11 LETTERS FROM PAGE 10 SEE LETTERSPAGE 12 However, it was a regulation that could never be effectively enforced and would have caused many residents of North Salem to change their light fixtures…a costly proposition! This is the type of town code that I consider overly burdensome and unnecessary. Almeyda, who is running for Town Board, has pledged to be very wary of these types of proposals. I am supporting her candidacy and Golisano’s re-election, and I urge all residents to vote for them both on Nov. 7. -Tom Christopher North Salem business owner and artist Daniels is a leader in town Dear Editor, I support Katherine Daniels for re-election to the North Salem Town Board. Daniels is an active member of the North Salem Volunteer Ambulance Corps (NSVAC), where she commits her time as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). She was instrumental in a fundraising event last year that partnered the North Salem Bridle Trails Association with NSVAC to raise funds for new EMS equipment. She was extremely helpful in helping me become an active participant of the North Salem Board of Education, where she served 14 years prior to my joining the Board. Daniels understands the processes boards must go through to make the most educated and cost efficient decisions for the school and town taxpayers. I urge North Salem voters to re-elect Daniels to the Town Board. I’m confident she will continue to serve the community for many years to come. -Kurt Guldan President/Captain, North Salem Volunteer Ambulance Corps and President of the North Salem Board of Education and local business owner Only duty is voting for your preferred candidate Dear Editor, Some have suggested that democracy is at risk in the election for Town Board members in North Salem. I agree – but not for the reasons offered by some GOP members. Let me explain. Three candidates are running for Town Board. The top two vote-getters will be seated on the board. As voters, you can vote for up to two candidates. Smart voting is what is called for. By that, I mean if you want Katherine Daniels to prevail in this election – as I do – you must cast one vote for her and not cast your other vote. If you vote for Daniels and out of some misguided sense of ‘duty’ cast another vote for one of the GOP candidates, you are canceling out your vote. This is simple math! Anyone who tells you how many votes to cast is standing in the way of your electing the person you want in office. Your only duty is to put your chosen candidate on the board! Partisan politics aside, it is important to concentrate your voting power on the candidate with the best track record to ensure that your favored candidate wins. -Bob Kotch North Salem Supporting the re-election of Golisano Dear Editor, I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for the re-election of Brent Golisano as North Salem Town Councilman. Golisano’s commitment to our town and the values he represents make him a steadfast choice. Golisano’s service as a councilman over the past two terms has showcased his unwavering dedication to preserving North Salem’s unique character while fostering responsible growth. His alignment with conservative principles is evident in his advocacy for limited government intervention, fiscal responsibility and individual liberties. Golisano’s vision for responsible development ensures that our town’s charm is retained, even as we seek economic growth. His strong stance on preserving the essence of North Salem resonates with those who value small town values and local control. As a Republican and Conservative candidate, Brent Golisano’s commitment to prudent environmental policies, sustainable practices, and economic growth is a refreshing perspective. His dedication to safeguarding our natural resources while supporting small businesses is a testament to his balanced approach. & MEET THE CANDIDATE Katherine Daniels CANDIDATE FOR RE-ELECTION TO NORTH SALEM TOWN BOARD PAID FOR BY THE COMMITTEE TO ELECT KATHERINE DANIELS at the Bridleside Clubhouse • 70 Bridleside Ln, North Salem, NY Pumpkins, snacks and refreshments will be supplied SUNDAY, October 29th • 4pm to 6pm 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah • (914) 232-3033 www.clarkassociatesfuneralhome.com • [email protected] DANIEL B. McMANUS ~ Proprietor • BRUCE E. REISDORF ~ Licensed Manager JOSEPH M. McMANUS ~ Director • RONALD P. 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Page 12 – North Salem News OPINION Thursday, October 19, 2023 FACTORY TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIANS WE SERVICE ALL BRANDS OF COMMERCIAL & HOMEOWNER POWER EQUIPMENT EAST ROAD MOTORS 58 CAROLAN RD. EAST CARMEL, NY 10512 www.EASTROADMOTORS.com 845-225-3503 PICK-UP AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE email: [email protected] * LEAF BLOWERS * LAWN MOWERS * STRING TRIMMERS * CHAIN SAWS * SNOWBLOWERS * GENERATORS * QUADS * SNOWMOBILES SERVICE & REPAIR Visit Our Display Center: 747 Pierce Road, Clifton Park, NY, 12065 • Sales • Rentals • Service • Buybacks New and Reconditioned Lifts Stay in the home you Love! ELEVATORS • STAIR LIFTS • WHEELCHAIR LIFTS • RAMPS Locally Owned & Operated LETTERS FROM PAGE 11 Golisano’s accessibility and willingness to listen to the concerns of his constituents, coupled with his responsive leadership, exemplify the essence of representative government. As a resident of North Salem, I have had the privilege of witnessing his approachability and tireless efforts in addressing the needs of our community. I encourage fellow North Salem residents to support Councilman Brent Golisano’s re-election, and all the wonderful candidates on the Republican and Conservative endorsed lines. Councilman Golisano’s principled leadership will undoubtedly continue to benefit our town, aligning with the values that many in our community hold dear. -Donna Autieri North Salem Daniels is a doer and a giver Katherine Daniels is a doer and a giver. She has clarity of purpose and then gives her all — devoting as much time as it takes to accomplish the goal. She reaches out to collaborate, and people want to work with her because she is organized, listens and is supportive — all within a veil of gratitude. Working with her is inspiring. Daniels regards her role as councilwoman from the perspective of how she can make things better for the community. She comes from a place of how much can I give rather than what’s the least I need to do to address a task. This drive is evident from her 14 years on the school board, her volunteer work as a town EMT, as co-president of the North Salem Bridle Trails Association, as initiator and head of the North Salem Climate Smart Community Leadership Team, as chair of the Capital Planning Committee – plus all the moneysaving initiatives for which she has taken a leadership position as a North Salem councilwoman. Daniels has secured more than $100,000 for the town through her dedication to protecting our water, air, flora and fauna -- for our children in North Salem and the children of the earth. I was privileged to join her in a meeting with a government program expert and observe both her vast and detailed knowledge, creative insights and do-whatever-it-takes attitude -- all in the pursuit of obtaining additional grants for the town. Daniels is clearly the most competent and productive of the three candidates for Town Board. I urge you to vote for her! -Amy Rosmarin North Salem Vote for Almeyda and Golisano Dear Editor, As a resident of North Salem, I strongly endorse Councilman Brent Golisano and Dr. Elizabeth Almeyda for the North Salem Town Council. They have showcased exceptional dedication, integrity and commitment to serving the community with a clear vision towards a brighter future. Dr. Almeyda’s extensive experience in healthcare and community engagement is a testament to her leadership skills and her commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparency. Her devotion towards preserving North Salem’s unique charm and advocating for open spaces is highly commendable. Councilman Golisano’s years long experience as a North Salem Town Council member and a trial attorney for a major multinational insurance company speak to his credentials as an ideal candidate. His vocal advocacy for infrastructure improvement, economic growth and commitment to keeping taxes stable make him an asset for the community. By choosing these candidates, North Salem residents can benefit from responsible budgeting, community engagement and heritage preservation. Their proven leadership and commitment to common-sense solutions make them the clear choice for the upcoming election. I urge all residents to vote for Dr. Elizabeth Almeyda and Councilman Brent Golisano for North Salem Town Council on Nov. 7. Let us choose leaders who prioritize our immense needs and ensure a brighter future for our wonderful community. -LeeKei Ellicott North Salem Almeyda owes Daniels an apology Dear Editor, It has been heartening to see the spirited debate unfolding between North Salem Town Board candidates Katherine Daniels and Dr. Elizabeth Almeyda. But Almeyda’s recent attack on Daniels (“Daniels wasn’t being fiscally responsible,” Oct. 12, Page 8) was a cheap shot unsupported by the facts. Unlike Almeyda, I was involved in exploring possible use of geothermal energy at the town garage. I was at the garage along with Supervisor Warren Lucas, Highway Superintendent Ward Hanaburgh and Councilwoman Daniels when a rep from the geothermal company visited, and I informally reviewed the proposal along with them, as well the state and federal subsidies that might have made this project work. Alas, it was clear to all involved that this proposal was not cost competitive at this time. Daniels said so consistently and did not advocate for it privately or publicly. So to claim, as Almeyda does, that Daniels’ “obsession” with clean energy somehow makes her fiscally irresponsible is ridiculous on its face. In my view, Almeyda owes Daniels an apology. The real difference between these two candidates is that Daniels stands for both preserving North Salem’s rural character and the need for a smart approach to the problem of increasing unaffordability here in North Salem. She understands the challenge and the balance that’s needed between the two. Her years of hard work on behalf of our community — from the Comprehensive Plan in 2011 to the Climate Action Plan in 2022 and the pending Capital Plan— all attest to that. Katherine Daniels is doing a tremendous job on our Town Board and deserves to be reelected handily. She understands that a global clean energy transition is already underway and that North Salem can’t afford to be left behind. She knows clean energy doesn’t just cut climate pollution, but also helps slash conventional toxic pollution in the air we breathe. By moving ahead in a careful, fiscally responsible way over many years, we can make North Salem’s air cleaner, which will mean less childhood asthma and fewer heart attacks and respiratory diseases among our seniors. This would be the right thing to do even if climate change were not real, but unfortunately it is — though Almeyda’s attack on Daniels ignores that sad fact entirely. Putting our heads in the sand is always a mistake. We need leaders who see the issues clearly and find the balance among competing needs. That’s why I’m voting for Katherine Daniels. -Eric Pooley Longtime resident of North Salem and former senior executive at the Environmental Defense Fund
Thursday, October 19, 2023 OPINION North Salem News – Page 13 FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING, HOT WATER HEATER & GAS NEEDS 59 Years of Excellence Putnam & Westchester County’s Premier Plumbing Professionals Since 1964 719 Rte. 6, Mahopac, NY 10541 • 845.628.3924 • beeandjay.com TAKE $25 OFF YOUR NEXT SERVICE CALL! VALID ON CALLS OVER 1 HOUR. EXPIRES 10/31/23 Fall Savings! Endorsing candidates running for public office used to be a standard practice in the media, notably by local newspapers. The trend in recent years, though, is that fewer and fewer media choose to endorse. As reported by journalism trade journal Editor & Publisher, by 1996, 70% of newspapers had exited the presidential endorsement game. 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. Do you endorse endorsements? Own your own vote BRUCE APAR BRUCE THE BLOG SEE APARPAGE 14
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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 bestinformed 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]. 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Thursday, October 19, 2023 North Salem News – Page 15 The Hamlet at Carmel 73 Units at 650 Stoneleigh Avenue Carmel, NY Putnam County Application Due: November 16, 2023 Lottery Date: November 30, 2023 Amenities Individually controlled Heating & A/C, LEED Certified, 10’ high ceilings, Shopping/Public Transportation close-by, On-site Management & Maintenance Staff, Income Restrictions Apply – No Application Fee – No Broker’s Fee Applicants will not be automatically rejected based on credit or most background check info Priority admissions: Mobility disability (8 units); Hearing/Vision disability (3 units); Physical Disabilities/Traumatic Brain Injury (12 units). More Information: 845-3067705 Your household must meet these income restrictions: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Governor Kathy Hochul HCR Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas www.hcr.gov/lotteries NYHousingSearch.gov Image of Project AMI Unit Size # Units Monthly Rent* Household Size Household Income** 30% 1 BR 2 $611.00 $29,670 - $33,900 2 BR 5 $727.00 $33,900 - $42,360 3 BR 1 $833.00 $38,130 - $49,140 60% 1 BR 15 $1,406.00 $59,340 - $67,800 2 BR 28 $1,680.00 $67,800 - $84,720 3 BR 14 $1,934.00 $76,260 - $98,280 80% 2 BR 5 $2,316.00 $90,400 - $112,960 3 BR 1 $2,669.00 $101,680 - $131,040 90% 2 BR 2 $2,633.00 $101,700 - $127,080 3 BR 1 $3,036.00 $114,390 - $147,420 *Rent includes Water, Sewer and Trash Removal Income guidelines & permitted household size are subject to change. **Minimum income listed may not apply to applicants with Section 8 or other qualifying rental subsidies. Asset limits also apply. Application Due Date: November 16, 2023 – Lottery Date: November 30, 2023 Must be postmarked or submitted online by this date. Sending more than 1 application may disqualify you. How to Apply: Request Application By Phone or Email: 845-306-7705 [email protected] or [email protected] By Mail or In-Person: Kearney Realty Group 57 Route 6 suite 207 Baldwin Place, NY 10505 Include your address & the name and address of the building where you want to apply. Lottery Date & Location: November 30, 2023, at 11 am at 57 Rt. 6, Suite 207 Baldwin Place, NY. Link to livestream will be posted on [WWW.TheHamletAtCarmel.com] for those who wish to attend this lottery virtually. The lottery will determine which applications will be reviewed for tenancy YOU HAVE RIGHTS! ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION • If you have experienced housing discrimination: https://dhr.ny.gov/journey-fair-housing or call 844-862-8703 • Learn about how your credit and background check will be individually reviewed: https://on.ny.gov/3uLNLw4 • 3 units are adapted for mobility impairment • 8 units are adapted for hearing/vision impairment • Reasonable accommodation and modifications may be requested ESPAÑOL siguiente página 中文 下一页 KREYÒL AYISYEN paj kap vini an 국어다음 이지 [বাাংলা] - পরবর্তী পৃষ্ঠা РУССКИЙ Следующая страница POLSZCZYZNA następna strona صفحہ اگال - اردو ITALIANO pagina successiva FRANÇAIS page suivante אידיש- ווייַטער בלאַ ט
Sports Page 16 – North Salem News Thursday, October 19, 2023 BY TOM WALOGORSKY EDITOR With the playoffs looming, business has picked up in Tiger town! North Salem’s teams were firing on all cylinders last week, which also saw soccer phenom Cassie Pelosi net her 71st career goal and write her name into the Tiger record books. GIRLS SOCCER North Salem 6, Walter Panas 3 Monday, Oct. 9 The Tigers opened the week on the road with high drama. After going into the half with a narrow 3-2 lead, the offense opened up in the second frame. Cassie Pelosi led the charge with yet another hat trick, with Samantha Yoel also scoring and Jaiden Donovan netting a pair. All three would also add assists, along with Meghan Ledley and Taylor Fogle. Emma Greenberg (5 saves) and Noemi Torres (4 saves) kept things locked down in goal. North Salem 3, Croton Harmon 0 Tuesday, Oct. 10 The squad kept things going the next day, blanking Croton on the road. Pelosi, Yoel, and Katie Murtaugh provided the fire power for North Salem. North Salem 5, Pawling 0 Wednesday, Oct. 11 Returning to the friendly confines of Tiger Stadium, the team showed no signs of fatigue and overpowered Pawling. Pelosi (2 goals, 1 assist), Donovan (2 goals), Yoel (1 goal, 2 assists), and Zoe Elias (1 assist) gave the opposing Tigers more than they could handle. North Salem 8, Haldane 0 Friday, Oct. 13 North Salem wasn’t intimidated by the Blue Devils on Friday the 13th, stomping the visitors behind a balanced offensive attack. Cassie Pelosi had another hat trick, including her school record-setting 71st goal. Jennifer Kileen (2 goals), Taylor Fogle (1 goal), Jaiden Donovan (1 goal), Katie Murtagh (1 goal), Samantha Yoel (1 assist), Zoe Elias (1 assist), and Emma Greenberg (1 assist), also chipped in for the big home win. North Salem 3, Carmel 1 Saturday, Oct. 14 The squad closed out the week by wrapping up a suspended game against the Rams. Cassie Pelosi had put North Salem on the board before the game was called off in September, and picked up right where she left off to give the Tigers a 2-1 edge at the half. An own-goal off a Jaiden Donovan cross in the second frame put Carmel down for the count. CROSS COUNTRY Brewster Bear Invitational Sunday, Oct. 8 With the contest delayed a day due to inclement weather, the Tigers were once again forced to contend with muddy conditions at the Brewster Bear Invitational. Some new faces joined the squad with several middle school runners also getting in on the action. In the 1.75 mile freshman races, Freyja Smith (2nd), Erika Saez (26th), Jonathan Alves (46th), and Jack Roche (80th) all ran well, with Hazel Northshield (10th), Kendall Walag (12t), Everett Fryer (7th), Jack Proctor (8th), Andrew Barnett (13th), Dylan Sheridan (14th), and Sebastian Quigley (19th) competing in the modified/ middle school 1.74 races. In varsity action, Bella Fryer (9th), Emma Gautier (25th), Jack Fryer (21st), Connor Quadrini (27th), Matt Schaub (29th), and Tyler Spar (72nd) all ran well for the Tigers. North Salem was scheduled to host the league championships on Oct. 18. Pelosi breaks North Salem goal record Tigers take 5 during marathon week Alexia Zamora Jaiden Donovan PHOTOS COURTESY OF LUISA KROLL VARSITY ROUNDUP Cassie Pelosi netted her 71st goal to break the North Salem career scoring record. PHOTO: ROB DIANTONIO The Tigers ran the gauntlet during a marathon week of games. SEE ROUNDUP PAGE 18
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BY TOM WALOGORSKY EDITOR Friday, Oct. 13, was a night to celebrate Tiger pride. At the North Salem Athletic Booster Club’s “Tiger Celebration” benefit fundraiser, North Salem student-athletes, past and present, gathered alongside parents and community members to raise funds for a worthy cause. The event was held at Tilly’s Table in nearby Brewster. The festivities for the evening included a reunion of North Salem’s 1993 boys soccer team which captured the school’s first state championship under coach Ron Hendrie. Hendrie was also joined by members of this year’s Tiger squad. In support of the district’s student-athletes, the North Salem Athletic Booster Club provides annual scholarship awards which recognize athletic performance, academic achievement, and leadership. These accolades include the annual Booster Club Senior Athlete Award, Gilda Butler Scholarship Award, and Richard Mull Career Scholarship Award. The Booster Club’s 2023-24 Board of Directors includes co-presidents Sheila Denneen and Theresa Randall, vice presidents Connie Cotrone and Suzanne Merriman, cosecretaries Lulu Pelosi and Jen Santis, treasurer Danielle Cylich, and directors Alanna Juan and Amy Moia. For more information about the Booster Club, visit www.nsboosterclub.com. Once a Tiger, always a Tiger Soccer state champs return for Booster Club fundraiser The 1993 boys soccer team brought the first state championship to North Salem. PHOTOS: TOM WALOGORSKY This year’s squad came out to celebrate Tiger pride. Page 18 – North Salem News SPORTS Thursday, October 19, 2023 BOYS SOCCER North Salem 1, Pleasantville 1 Tuesday, Oct. 10 The Tigers started the week on the road, battling Pleasantville to a stalemate. Orlando Mulaj had the goal for North Salem off an assist from Nick Naber. George Naber had 5 saves in goal. North Salem 1, Haldane 0 (OT) Wednesday, Oct. 11 The squad returned home and topped the Blue Devils in an overtime thriller, with Isaac Rouse scoring the game-winner off an assist from Nick Naber. Croton Harmon 5, North Salem 0 Thursday, Oct. 12 The Tigers couldn’t keep the momentum going on the road, taking a tough shutout loss. Patrick Dooley had 7 saves. The loss brought the Tigers’ record to 9-6-1 on the season. VOLLEYBALL Somers 3, North Salem 0 Tuesday, Oct. 10 The Tigers came up short to open the week against Somers, 11-25, 13- 25, 10-25. Ally Maza (2 kills, 5 digs, 1 ace), Addy Moia (2 kills, 5 digs), Sadie Matt (3 assists, 7 digs, 1 ace), Ella Dallow (7 digs), and Izzy Halstead (6 digs) all fought hard against the Tuskers. Putnam Valley 3, North Salem 0 Wednesday, Oct. 11 The squad took another loss on their home court, 11-25, 11-25, 23-25. Avery Schoenberg (3 kills, 7 digs, 1 ace), Sadie Matt (7 assists, 5 digs, 2 blocks, 2 aces), played well for North Salem, with Izzy Halstead, Addy Moia, Victoria Gjushi and Ally Maza each adding 8 digs in the effort. Brewster 3, North Salem 0 Saturday, Oct. 14 The Tigers lost to a tough Brewster squad at the annual Dig Pink game at home, 22-25, 9-25, 24-26. North Salem refused to back down, battling in a thrilling third set effort. FIELD HOCKEY North Salem 2, Fox Lane 1 Tuesday, Oct. 10 The Tigers edged the Foxes on the road behind a two-goal game by Molly Videla. Sophia Aversano added an assist. North Salem 6, Pleasantville 1 Wednesday, Oct. 11 The squad picked up a big win on the turf, with Anna Fetterolf (2 goals, 1 assist), Molly Videla (2 goals), Brady Ellicott (1 goal, 2 assists), Sophia Aversano (1 goal), and Abby Cassidy (1 assist) powering the offense. Allegra Delli Carpini (4 saves) and Sascha Wallos (2 saves) kept things locked down in net. North Salem 6, Byram Hills 0 Friday, Oct. 13 The Tigers pounded the visiting Bobcats behind a balanced offensive attack. Sophia Aversano led the charge with a hat trick, with Molly Videla (1 goal, 1 assist), Noelle Dupree (1 goal), and Anna Fetterolf (1 goal) all getting in on the action. ROUNDUP FROM PAGE 16 Muddy course conditions couldn’t slow North Salem down. PHOTO COURTESY OF NORTH SALEM XC Coach Ron Hendrie and his Tigers, past and present. Coach Hendrie with members of North Salem’s legendary 1993 team. PHOTO COURTESY OF RON HENDRIE
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Page 24 – North Salem News Thursday, October 19, 2023 We appreciate your VOTE this November 7th on the Republican and Conservative lines. Early voting begins October 28th Paid for by North Salem Republican Town Committee LUCAS HLUSHKO GOLISANO ALMEYDA SEYMOUR ARONIAN North Salem Local Keeping North Salem Rural