VOL. 6 NO. 21 THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 23 CLASSIFIEDS 22 LEISURE 17 OPINION 8 TOWN CROSSING 2 SPORTS 14 Katonah Fire Department pg 12 NIGHT OUT Visit TapIntoKLT.net for the latest news. PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID WEST CALDWELL, NJ PERMIT #992 Bedford police officers put out a giant welcome mat last week, inviting the community to join them for an evening of fun at Bedford Hills Memorial Park. Residents turned out and so did the police, along with Maverick, their Golden-Lab service dog in training; first responders from the Katonah-Bedford Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps and volunteer firefighters from the Katonah, Bedford and Bedford Hills departments; and volunteer Bedford Town employees, including Recreation and Parks Department staffers. Police Night Out, as the event is called, is a national community-building effort, turning the first Tuesday in August across much of the country into an occasion to bring police and neighbors together in a positive environment. Kids had a number of happy diversions, but the dunk tank—with volunteers like Police Chief Melvin Padilla, some of his men and Supervisor Ellen Calves taking turns going into the water— was a major draw. Calves, stylish in a black sheath dress as she gamely splashed down five times, later posted on Facebook, “Not easy to find a dress that can go from meetings all day to dunk tank and still look Supervisorly!” A NIGHT OUT WITH Eager youngsters line up for a chance to splash a grownup into a tank full of water. Sgt. Ahmad Warren kept them supplied with softballs. Still soaked after repeated visits to the dunk tank’s waters, Supervisor Ellen Calves meets with some of Bedford’s Finest, including a fellow dunkee, Police Chief Melvin Padilla, right. Others, from left, are Officer Jack Dealto, Detective Sgt. Adam Grisanti, Lt. Peter Sikoryak and Officer Frank Egelsen. Supervisor Calves getting a helping hand. PHOTOS: TOM BARTLEY THE BPD 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 Featured Property Somers | 4 BR | 5.1 BA | 4,980 sf | $1,200,000 Dreaming of Tuscany? You’re at the top of the world surrounded by 10 glorious acres ensconced in your own private oasis. This expansive modern masterpiece has been designed for living life on a grand scale!
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BEDFORD ROAD SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 Published Weekly by Halston Media, LLC ©2023 HALSTON MEDIA, LLC PAGE 2 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 BY LAUREN CANAVAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER The Lewisboro Town Board voted last week to put a $2.1 million bond proposition before voters during the Nov. 7 election. The money would help launch projects that promote walkability and safer biking conditions in the hamlets of Goldens Bridge, Cross River and Vista. The projected improvements include improving the intersection between routes 35 and 121, and adding crosswalks and sidewalks. Similar improvements have been drafted for routes 22 and 138 in Goldens Bridge, along with a plan to establish Route 123 as Main Street in Vista, and highlighting paths to Elmwood Road. It is still unclear which area will be tackled first should the measure pass in November. The Bike and Pedestrian Plan bond, which was secured in 2014, has been a frequent point of discussion at board meetings this summer. Councilman Dan Welsh noted that the $2.1 million figure was established back in 2012 for Goldens Bridge. However, updated language in the more recent plan states that the money would also serve the hamlets of Cross River and Vista. Welsh said he remains steadfast in support of the improvements. Welsh said the Bike and Pedestrian Plan could be a great way to spearhead future endeavors, referencing the overlap of objectives between the bond resolution and the town’s Comprehensive Plan, which is set to be finalized in 2024. The Comprehensive Plan aims to increase tourism, sustainability, and safety among other objectives, which the Bike and Pedestrian Plan aims to do. “I have a lot of faith in our community and the work that they are doing. They are into the weeds on it, they know their stuff. They deserve to have a shot at that,” Welsh said about the bond referendum vote. The board approved the measure to put the bond before the voters at its July 24 meeting by a 4-1 vote. Councilwoman Andrea Rendo was the only board member to vote no. She said she supports the idea that the plan proposes, but feels that it’d be more productive to focus on smaller-scale projects that are easier to control and will take less time to execute. As an alternative, she suggested approaching specific traffic concerns head-on or fixing local roads in need of repair. The Bike and Pedestrian Plan will likely take between five to seven years to complete. It’s possible the current bond price won’t be enough to cover the work proposed in all three hamlets. “I would prefer to be bonding for a project that is more definitive than a wish list that a lot of our residents will never see come to fruition,” Rendo said. Voters will decide on $2.1 million bike/pedestrian project Referendum set for Nov. 7 TOWN OF LEWISBORO Library hosts art workshops for kids and teens The Katonah Village Library is hosting a series of workshops for artists in Grades 6-12. The library won a grant through ArtsWestcher to bring in artist Michael Delaney. The project is titled, “Art for Community/Art for Self.” Each Tuesday in August at 4:30, Delaney will instruct on a different theme: Session 3 – Community Maps and Inner Mazes, Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 4:30 p.m. Session 4 – How to Paint a Protest Sign, Tuesday, Aug. 22, at 4:30 p.m. Session 5 – Spotlight on People and Places, Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 4:30 p.m. The works created in the workshops will be displayed in the library throughout the month of September. On Thursday, Sept. 14, at 5 p.m. will be an exhibition celebration. It is free and open to the public. There will be light refreshments. Youth are asked to register for the workshops on the library’s event calendar (https:// katonahlibrary.org/events/ month/2023-08/). They are welcome to attend all or one of the sessions. Michael Delaney is a selftaught artist who has been making art in one form or another since he was a young child, but it was only in the last few years that he began focusing on his career as an artist. His latest paintings are patchworks of text, forms and colors arranged in narrative grids that reflect his observations, memories, hopes and fears. He lives and works in Nyack. This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by ArtsWestchester. Moonlight Swing Dance at the Hammond Museum Celebrate the summer and the unique resources of North Salem from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 11. 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Your Neighbor Your Neighbor THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 3 BY EMILE MENASCHÉ CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Former local lifeguard Charlotte Boesch grew up loving science and the outdoors in nearby Mahopac and the surrounding area. Now, she’s combining those passions in her work for the Billion Oyster Project, a nonprofit that’s helping to restore oyster reefs in New York Harbor. “Oysters were once a prevalent species in New York Harbor, until pollution, over-harvesting, and dredging decimated the population,” said Boesch, who was recently recognized as one of “40 under 40” rising stars in New York City food policy by Hunter College. “Oysters are filter feeders, helping remove excess nitrogen as they live. They grow in reefs, increasing biodiversity by creating habitat f o r other marine species and protecting shorelines from damaging coastal storms and erosion. They are ecosystem warriors and protection against climate change.” Boesch, who now resides in the city, links her love of nature and science to her upbringing in Mahopac. “I played on the tennis team and enjoyed easy access to hiking, biking, swimming, and other outdoor activities the Hudson Valley has to offer,” said the 2012 Mahopac High School grad, who earned her bachelor’s degree in anthropology and environmental studies at Hamilton College. “My childhood had many touch points with the ocean and nature. My mom is a professional horticulturist and as a child, I spent many days in our family vegetable garden, chicken coop, greenhouse, and orchard. My dad is an archaeologist, who took us on many outdoor field trips, where our heads were constantly on the ground, looking for ancient clues. I never really knew office jobs existed.” Boesch developed a love for the ocean during family summers o n Cape Cod. “I was a lighthouse fanatic and wanted to visit every single lighthouse on the East Coast,” she said. “I loved the sea, its vastness, and beauty, and knew I wanted to explore it even more as an adult.” Her appreciation of nature intensified while working as a farm camp instructor between college semesters. “Leading young children and teens in planting, harvesting, cooking, and eating local foods inspired me in 2018 to pursue a master’s degree in food systems and culture at NYU Steinhardt’s Food Studies graduate program,” Boesch said. “From there, I made many connections in the NYC sustainable food industry.” As manager of the Billion Oyster Project’s Shell Collection Program, she now oversees the collection of more than 300,000 pounds of oyster shells per year from New York City restaurants. So far, the organization has restored 100 million live oysters to the waters around the city and hopes to reach one billion by 2035. “In the wild, young oysters — or spat — must settle on a hard surface to survive,” she explained. “Oyster, clam, and scallop shells provide that hard surface and are rich in calcium carbonate, making them the perfect substrate for oysters to settle on. And, thanks to New Yorkers’ lasting love for oysters, these shells are a plentiful local resource as they have been since prehistoric times. “The Shell Collection Program gives restaurants the opportunity to divert shells from landfills, reclaiming this valuable resource for the restoration of the region’s oyster reefs,” she added. “Such activity aids in educating a new generation of environmental stewards.” That work has also earned the 29-year-old recognition from the food security community and earned her a place among the Food Policy Center’s 40 under 40. The organization says policies “impact millions of New Yorkers every day, at home and at work, as well as our surrounding environment, community, and economic ecosystems.” “I’m fascinated how humans interact with nature in the most fundamental way possible, through what we grow and eat,” she said in a Food Policy Center article recognizing her achievement. “Whether in my mom’s vegetable garden or traveling with my dad, an archeologist whose head was constantly in the soil, my childhood created many touch points between food and earth... I’ve deepened my love for the ocean and its food resources.” She added that recycling shells from restaurants shows how local community members can collaborate to serve a larger purpose. “I have the privilege to work with chefs and industry professionals on shell collection operations, growth, and policy change, connecting me to a community that is passionate about sustaining both land and sea ecosystems,” she told the Food Policy Center. “I’m proud to play a part in this local, creative solution that benefits all New Yorkers.” For those interested in getting involved, Boesch said the Billion Oyster Project hosts regular volunteer days throughout the summer on Governors Island. “If you like oysters, we also host a lot of events with our restaurant partners throughout the year where you can enjoy oysters and learn more about the work we do,” she said. “We also have an extensive education program, so if you work with students, there are many free resources and curricula available to teach young people about the benefits of oysters in the environment.” To learn more, follow the Billion Oyster Project on Instagram @billionoyster or visit billionoysterproject.org. 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PAGE 4 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 Salem to raise funds for the restoration of Peach Lake. Over the years, they have performed at such venues as the world-famous Iridium jazz club on Broadway in Manhattan, and other famous venues in the New York Metropolitan area. In 2012, they were included in Saturday Night Live’s 100th Digital Short Video featuring Will Ferrell, Andy Samberg, John Hamm, Natalie Portman, Justin Timberlake, Justin Bieber and many other celebrities. Music spans the decades from Glenn Miller’s 1938 swing anthem “In the Mood” to Camila Cabello’s 2017 salsa-pop hit “Havana.” The Aug. 11 program will include fox trots, jitterbugs, swing tunes, ballads, waltzes, Latin dance and Disco with a generous helping of other dancing goodies. So, bring your friends and family to have some fun! Enjoy the musical treasures of the” Great American Songbook,” dance a little, and raise a glass to celebrate our hometown gems. The Hammond Museum is located at 28 Deveau Road in North Salem. Tickets are $25 general admission and $15 for 18-and-under. Free to North Salem residents with proof of residency. Bring a basket of snacks. Cash bar (wine and beer). Sen. Harckham to Host Virtual Coffee and Conversation Tuesday, August 15, from 6 to 7 p.m. New York State Senator Pete Harckham will be hosting his next “Coffee and Conversation” as a virtual gathering. This online forum will give residents who have not been able to attend any of Harckham’s previous “Coffee and Conversation” events an opportunity to participate in one of these popular forums. Harckham will discuss the recently completed legislative session and issues affecting the 40th Senate District. Attendees are welcome to bring their questions, ideas and concerns. To register, please visit https://tinyurl.com/ HarckhamVirtualCC 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. 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THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 5 Candidates for the upcoming Lewisboro town elections formally launched their campaigns earlier this summer in front of a crowd of over one hundred supporters at the Lake Katonah clubhouse. The slate, endorsed by the town Republican and Conservative committees, embraces a robust blend of experience and vision. Mary Ann Loustaunau, the parties’ candidate for Town Supervisor, is at the forefront of the line-up. A business executive with an impressive career, Loustaunau brings extensive leadership skills and a transformative vision for Lewisboro. “I am committed to utilizing my national business experience to bring new, focused leadership to our beloved town. Our future will be bright and prosperous,” she said. The parties have endorsed Stephen Lennox and Alison Biddle for the Town Board. Biddle, narrowly missing a seat by just 21 votes two years ago, is running again and eager to change the town’s direction. “It’s time we applied a bit of ‘street smarts’ to the way we run our town, with transparency and openness at the top of our agenda. I want smart choices for our town’s future,” she said. Stephen Lennox brings a unique blend of small business management experience and town civil service expertise. He and Biddle have young children they are raising in the town, and both are deeply invested in building Lewisboro’s vitality for future generations. “I understand the inner workings of our town and have the small business management experience needed to effect meaningful change. I will work tirelessly to make Lewisboro a place our children will be proud to call home,” he said. Evelyn Kahlow, chair of the Lewisboro Conservative Committee, said these candidates represent a commitment to a new vision, improved leadership, and a stronger financial outlook for Lewisboro. “They offer the promise of placing Lewisboro on the right track after recent struggles and challenges,” she said. “The Republican and Conservative parties believe these candidates will bring the change Lewisboro needs while preserving the community spirit that makes the town unique.” John Winter, unopposed for the role of Highway Superintendent, adds a wealth of hands-on knowledge in a current Foreman position for the town of Yorktown. “My everyday experience working on the front lines gives me a practical understanding of our infrastructure needs. I am ready to serve our town to the best of my ability,” he said. Winter, a Republican, is a fourth-generation Lewisboro resident and was nominated following a unique, joint, open interview process by all the town’s political parties. The parties were proud to endorse the incumbent Town Justice, Susan Simon, and Town Clerk Town Clerk, Republican Janet Donohue. Both are unopposed. Justice Simon is completing her fifth term as town justice. She has a general law practice in Cross River and is an adjunct professor in Mercy College’s paralegal program. Lewisboro GOP chairman Christopher Arnold said Donohue exemplifies dedication and public service. She was first elected in 2015. “I am honored to continue serving the residents of Lewisboro,” Donohue said. “Let’s keep working together to make our town even better.” Article provided by Lewisboro Team 2023. Lewisboro Team 2023 launches election bid Alison Biddle Mary Ann Loustaunau Stephen Lennox 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! STAGES: Red Ball, 5-7 years Orange Ball, 8-9 years Green Ball, 9-10 years Yellow Ball, 11- 18 years CLASSES: Weekdays: 4-5pm, 5-6pm & 5-6:30pm. Saturdays: 3:30-4:30pm & 3-4:30 m ALL LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced, Middle School and JV/Varsity Team Players AFTER-SCHOOL Nestled in a lush green hideaway of Yorktown Heights amidst tall evergreens and nature’s beauty, sits The Country House, recently named a Best Assisted Living community by U.S. News & World Report. We invite you to tour and learn more about how our services can benefit you or your loved one. Call (914) 249-9144 to schedule. Experience the Best THE Country House in westchester 2000 Baldwin Road · Yorktown Heights · thecountryhouseinwestchester.com LIC # 800-F-007
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Talty has a line of protein bars endorsed by his wife. Cascetta, 40, practiced at Mount Sinai Queens and was affiliated with many other hospitals. Mount Sinai issued the following statement: “The Mount Sinai community is greatly saddened by the tragic loss of a Mount Sinai Health System doctor and her child. We extend our deepest sympathies to Dr. Cascetta’s family, friends, colleagues, and patients.” The shocking event has left the whole community reeling, according to Somers Town Supervisor Robert Scorrano. In a social media post, he asked residents “to please allow those directly impacted by this tragic event the time to grieve.” “We are Somers, and will find a way to support one another and heal from this tragedy,” he said, adding, “Our hearts and prayers go out to the family.” Cascetta’s patients were also deeply saddened and stunned by the news. In a social media post, Kambri Crews described the doctor as “a star in her field, dedicated, lovely, whip smart, and a competitive athlete.” The author recalled being “terrified” for Cascetta during the COVID-19 pandemic when Astoria “was the epicenter of the epicenter of the entire world.” “I don’t know what was happening in her life that she felt this was the best end to her story, but I know a large community of survivors, patients, and colleagues are brokenhearted. I will sorely miss her. She deeply cared for her patients and I am grateful that I was one,” Crews wrote. Cascetta’s bio on taltybar.com calls her “a fierce advocate for the health of women.” She was a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist who specialized in breast cancer. “The people closest to Krystal will tell you that being a doctor is in her DNA,” it read. “Krystal herself will tell you that she has wanted to be a doctor for as long as she can remember; that even as a child she could be found wrapping her dolls in gauze.” When Cascetta was in the eighth grade, her mother’s closest friend died from breast cancer. “It was this life-altering event that helped Krystal decide that medical oncology would be her specialty,” the bio said. Cascetta was also board-certified in internal medicine. She earned her medical degree at Albany Medical College, where she was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society for “demonstrating excellence in humanistic clinical care, leadership, compassion, and dedication to service.” She had a bachelors of science degree from St. Johns University. Cascetta did her residency training in internal medicine at the Hofstra North Shore LIJ School of Medicine at North Shore University Hospital and at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. As a resident, she received the Intern of the Year award, Humanism in Medicine award, and the Daniel Ross Gold, DO Resident Teacher of the Year award. She completed a fellowship program in hematology and medical oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital where she served as chief fellow. Cascetta completed the Greater New York Hospital Association/United Hospital Fund Clinical Quality Fellowship in 2020 and was a 2022 Executive Master of Health Administration candidate at the Sloan Program in Health Administration at Cornell University. According to her professional profile, Cascetta was an assistant professor of medicine within the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and site chief of the Mount Sinai Queens Infusion Center, a state-of-theart treatment center for cancer and blood disorders and an extension of the Tisch Cancer Institute at The Mount Sinai Hospital. Cascetta was an “active investigator” of breast cancer clinical trials, the profile said. She focused on the treatment of breast cancer, gynecologic cancer, sarcoma, and gastrointestinal cancer. Last year, Cascetta made it into the New York Times Magazine edition of Super Doctors ® Rising Stars. She belonged to the American Society of Clinical Oncology. 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Which is why the Golden’s Bridge Fire Department is sounding the alarm on outdoor safety – whether you’re swimming in a lake or your backyard pool, hiking on a local nature trail, fishing on the Muscoot Reservoir, or barbecuing with family and friends. “It’s human nature, people get lax, they tend to let down their guard and pay less attention to safety – and that’s when accidents happen, when the exuberance of outdoor activity can quickly turn into an emergency,” cautions Golden’s Bridge Fire Chief Albert Melillo. “But the good news is prevention and awareness – and following sound advice – can go a long way toward your safety and well-being, and enjoying the rest of the summer,” adds Chief Melillo. The Golden’s Bridge Fire Department Marine Unit, along with other firefighters providing support from the shore, recently participated in water rescue drills that included deployment of their Marine 25 rescue boat and other apparatus and equipment that would typically be utilized in emergencies on local reservoirs and lakes – including throw-rope and boat-launch exercises. “Our extensive training and the repetition of these drills and exercises throughout the year sharpens the skills of our firefighters and enhances their preparedness for potential emergency conditions. Every second counts when someone is having a medical episode on the water, or is barely staying afloat – and in every other type of emergency situation,” says Melillo, who noted that the area’s picturesque lakes, reservoirs and trails are used recreationally by local residents and visitors from New York City. “Even the most experienced swimmers can find themselves in distress, and the most seasoned hikers can run into problems on a trail because of unanticipated hazards and challenges. You can twist an ankle or become disoriented from dehydration while on a nature walk, and your boat can capsize or you can’t climb back into the vessel because you’re too exhausted after a swim. But accidents can be avoided if everyone would take the time to practice awareness, prevention, and good safety measures,” adds Chief Melillo. The Golden’s Bridge Fire Chief offered safety measures for those who boat, swim and fish on local lakes and the reservoir system, walk on local nature trails, and enjoy activities around their home: • Always deploy the buddy system when you go out on the water; one of you can call 911 from your cellphone if the other develops an emergency. • When fishing in the reservoir system or a local lake, be mindful of the weight capacity of your rowboat and limit cargo to avoid capsizing. • Know your physical abilities and limitations when you leave the vessel for a swim; medical emergencies and exhaustion often occur when a person is unable to climb back into the boat. • Always wear a life jacket, and never consume alcoholic beverages on the water. • Never go on the water in a thunder and lightning storm. • Never hike alone, carry a cellphone, and stay on marked trails so first-responders can easily find you in case of an emergency. • Bring enough water to stay hydrated throughout your hike and carry a first-aid kit to treat minor injuries and insect bites. • Never leave children unattended in a swimming pool or pool area. • Make sure children are wearing flotation devices while in the pool – even when you’re with them. • Keep children and pets away from barbecue grills that are in use, and until they have completely cooled down. • Keep your grill clean and free of grease buildup to avoid fires and flare-ups. • Check propane cylinders, lines and connections for leaks by spraying with a soapy water solution; the formation of bubbles indicates a leak. Keep the cylinder valve closed and immediately contact a propane professional. The Golden’s Bridge Fire Department responds to all 911 emergency calls involving structure, vehicle and brush fires, carbon monoxide alarms, vehicle accidents, downed power lines, toppled trees and other storm-related disasters, medical emergencies, and water and ice rescues in the entire hamlet of Golden’s Bridge and small swaths of Somers and North Salem. For information on how to become a volunteer firefighter with the Golden’s Bridge Fire Department, go to www.goldensbridgefd.org, or call 914- 232-1769. Article provided by Golden’s Bridge Fire Department. Sounding the alarm on outdoor safety GOLDEN’S BRIDGE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Opinion PAGE 8 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 2 TRACKS BRETT FREEMAN, PUBLISHER TOM WALOGORSKY, EDITOR TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL, CREATIVE DIRECTOR Editorial Office: 914-302-5830 [email protected] Letters to the editor and op-ed submissions may be edited. The views and opinions expressed in letters and op-eds are not necessarily those of Katonah-Lewisboro Times or its affiliates. Submissions must include a phone number and address for verification. Not all letters and op-eds will necessarily be published. Letters and op-eds which cannot be verified or are anonymous will not be published. Please send your submissions to the editor by e-mail at [email protected]. For more information, call the editor at 914-302-5830 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 Halston Media, LLC I ’ve never been accused of being svelte. Big boned, maybe. So, it may surprise you that I am a devoted Peloton user. I caught the Peloton bug at the beginning of COVID. In addition to riding a Peloton bike, I also use their app to keep track of my exercise progress. I generally respond well to gamification and keeping track of streaks, which the app makes easy. As I was walking my dog the other day, I was proud of my 10-day streak of exercising every day. Then my neighbor Joe jogged past me. My self-satisfaction was shattered, which caused me to chuckle. If you don’t know Joe Gagnon, he is famous for some incredible escapades, accomplishments and exercise streaks of his own. He’s no ordinary Joe. A little background. Six years ago, in April of 2017, Joe set out to meet The Six Continent Challenge. His dream and modest goal were to run six marathons in six days on six continents. Let that sink in. I’m sure he would have planned for seven, but it’s hard to find a marathon to run in Antarctica. And then the flights there are hard to find too, since there aren’t any. According to Runner’s World, only one in 200 Americans will run a marathon in their lifetime, much less six in a week. Putting aside the physical challenge, the logistics were incredible--finding the marathons on consecutive days, arranging flights, transportation to and from airports, meet and greets, nutrition, etc.; it is hard to fathom. It took four months to plan. “Each day there are about 12 hours of travel and 12 hours dedicated to running, meeting the communities, getting to and from the airport and through immigration,” Gagnon said. “The logistics are critical and there is definitely no room for error for me to pull this off.” Starting in Sydney, Australia, then on to Singapore, then to Johannesburg, overnight to London, crossing the Atlantic to São Paulo, Brazil and then, the final leg, popping up to Los Angeles for the sixth and final marathon on April 15. He flew coach and subsisted on ice cream and peanut butter. I get tired just saying it. I forgot to ask him whether he got an extension on his income taxes, which were due that day. Joe refers to himself as an entrepreneur, adventurer and transformation guy. In addition to serving as the CEO at 1upHealth, Inc., a medical software company, he created The High Performance Life (THPL), which he describes as “a philosophy and guide to learning techniques for mental toughness, creative problem solving, leadership and personal effectiveness.” He also wrote the book, “Living the High Performance Life: An Average Joe’s Guide To The Extraordinary.” If that isn’t enough, he writes a daily blog and produces a weekly podcast called “Chasing Tomorrow.” He has completed multiple 100-mile runs as well as a 200-mile run around Lake Tahoe, the equivalent to running from here to Baltimore. When I asked him what his next big thing was, he said that, like me, he is motivated by streaks. Three examples. He has a nearly 11-year streak going where he has exercised over an hour a day. For 540 consecutive days, he ran 10 miles, did 100 pull-ups, and 100 pushups. This year, his goal is to do 100,000 push-ups; that’s about 300 per day. So far, the count is 64,750. This is welling up two conflicting feelings in me: to either take a nap or go for a walk. I am lacing up my sneakers for the walk. See Joe, you are wearing off on me. Some streaks are more impressive than others The unique physical and mental accomplishments of Joe Gagnon Katonah resident Joe Gagnon is the CEO at 1upHealth, Inc. SUBMITTED Katonah resident Joe Gagnon tested his mettle in The Bighorn Mountain Trail 100, which according to bighorntrailrun.com, is “an epic mountain endurance adventure crossing through Little Bighorn and Tongue River areas of the Bighorn National Forest” in Wyoming. “Participants have 35 hours to navigate this remote, technical out-and-back course (average 2.94 mph). Mother Nature provides over 20,500 feet of ascent and 20,750 feet of descent testing the most seasoned ultra-runners with 76 miles of technical single-track trail, 16 miles of rugged 2-track jeep trail road, and 8 miles of gravel road. The Bighorn 100 is one of the classics, demanding you to reach deep down to your core of mental and physical fortitude.” DON SCOTT IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
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Kids would run home shrieking, “Mom! The ice cream man is here!” and whine for nickels, dimes and quarters to buy a cold sweet treat. Our favorite was the friendly Good Humor driver in his crisp white uniform and cap, with his gleaming white truck and jingly bells. I think our Good Humor man was named Hugh or Hank. I remember the excitement of trying a new flavor each afternoon – chocolate éclair or toasted almond bars on a stick were my favorites. I also recall the orange creamsicle pops, strawberry shortcake on a stick, rocket pops, and the chocolate and vanilla cups with that thin wooden spoon that was simple and handy. Our family always had plenty of ice cream sandwiches, fruit flavored ice pops and containers of vanilla/chocolate/strawberry ice cream in the freezer, but there was something special about buying ice cream from a truck that stopped right in front of your house! According to the internet, in 1920, Harry Burt, the owner of a Youngstown, Ohio, ice cream parlor came up with the idea of a smooth chocolate coating over vanilla ice cream with a wooden stick as a handle. He named this creation the Good Humor bar and applied for a patent. Harry Burt started with 12 street vending trucks equipped with freezers and bells selling Good Humor ice cream bars around Youngstown. The company sold franchises and changed hands several times over the years with the popular Good Humor ice cream trucks jingling their way across the U.S. Bungalow Bar ice cream trucks traveled up and down the streets of the New York metro area starting in 1940s Brooklyn. The Bungalow Bar ice cream trucks were slightly smaller white trucks topped with a dark brown roof. A competitor to the popular Good Humor ice cream truck in neighborhoods throughout Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, the Bronx, Yonkers, and on Long Island, the similar frozen treats were priced a few cents less. My brother and I never bought ice cream from the Bungalow Bar ice cream truck because of the song that kids sang in our neighborhood: “Bungalow Bar tastes like tar, the more you eat it, the sicker you are!” The loud gigantic Mister Softee trucks rumbled down our streets after dinner time. Mister Softee was founded in 1956 in Philadelphia by William and James Conway. Headquartered in New Jersey since 1958, this family-owned company is one of the largest franchisers of soft serve ice cream with 625 trucks in 18 states. The iconic Mister Softee song was written in 1960 by well known jingle writer Les Waas. The loud strains of the Mister Softee tune can be heard from blocks away, announcing the delivery of summer time sweet treats. Kim Kovach remembers the silver change-making belt worn by the Good Humor man. www. kimkovachwrites.com Sweet treat delivery KIM KOVACH READING, WRITING & CHOCOLATE With this piece of writing, I am going to add a bit more drama to one of my stories written this past June about my first car. As you may remember, my folks had given me a VW Beetle as a graduation gift, so I could make the long commute back-and-forth to my teaching job that coming fall. It was so difficult to purchase Beatles back then that my dad located a dealership about 30 miles from home in a rather remote little town. We all wondered who exactly they planned to sell these cars to way out there. I had my heart set on a certain color blue, and if you placed your order far enough in advance, you would, indeed, get your color choice. Dad drove out there in April and got the order in so that my car would arrive and coincide with my graduation. Three days after the ceremony, the salesman called with the good news that my car was on the lot. Back then, the salesman and dealership handled all the details, but of course, you were responsible for contacting your own insurance company to pass on all pertinent information to them—serial numbers and all the particulars. I drove out with mom and dad to pick up the Blue Bomber. It already had been given a name and all my subsequent cars had names also. Every one of my vehicles seem to have a The unlucky, lucky license plate MARILYN A. PELLINI MUSINGS: PAST AND PRESENT SEE PELLINI PAGE 10
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And 713—how could the Registry of Motor Vehicles even dare to hand out a plate with 13 in the number. With a tiny car and an unlucky number, I clearly felt doomed. My folks had not noticed this, but I immediately asked the sales agent how I would go about getting the plates changed, wondering if it was an arduous project. Even he looked a little glum as he noticed the 13 on my plate. Mom was the first to speak up. “It is an omen,” she stated. My thought was that perhaps I was not the only superstitious person here. She was not at all concerned about the number, however, but with the MP. I was not at all following her logic, but dismissed it and was determined to exchange my plates. I called the Registry of Motor Vehicles a number of times to get an appointment to switch plates, but then a couple of months later something special happened. I met Al Pellini and, although I had known him almost all my life because I was his sister’s friend, he was two years younger than me. At that time I had little to do with him, but all that changed because now we had both graduated from college. The day after his sister’s wedding, we began dating and the rest was history. After we met, I realized what my mom had pointed out, because what had seemed like an unlucky plate with the number 13 had also included the letters MP. Those were soon to be my married initials. What started out as unlucky was now truly lucky. PELLINI FROM PAGE 9 My last column discussed the need to think ahead, into the future, so that you can prepare for that future. Focusing only on today makes it far less likely that you’ll continue to win tomorrow. We reviewed a helpful tool for thinking about the projected future market, called the “the 5 Cs,” organizing your thoughts and expectations into five key buckets – Category, Customers, Channels of distribution, Competition and Capability requirements. The next step is to plan for what you need to do in order to win in that future market. That requires looking critically at your own business, assessing objectively how it stacks up against the projected market, and deciding the major strategies to pursue in order to succeed in that projected market. A widely used tool for this task is called the SWOT analysis. SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. Strengths: What is your business and organization really good at? Remember, you compete with others. Being at parity with competitors, while it’s a lot better than being weaker, is not a strength. Strengths are where you have competitive advantages. What are they? Weaknesses: Be honest. In what ways are competitors stronger than you? You can’t be strong at everything. What are your key vulnerabilities? Opportunities: What big, profitable market opportunities do you foresee going forward? How do they fit with your strengths? What opportunities are most relevant? Threats: Considering tomorrow’s anticipated market, what threats are most relevant? What threats could really hurt you? Which should keep you up at night? Which must you plan for? But you’re not done yet. The culmination of this analysis is to identify the strategic implications of those Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats – what can and should you do about them? That’s where the rubber needs to meet the road. • How will you capitalize on your strengths? What competitive advantages should you leverage? How will you leverage them? • How will you deal with your weaknesses? What competitive battles should you avoid? What battles can’t be avoided, in which case what weaknesses must be shored up? How will you do that? • Which opportunities should you pursue? Also, what are your competitors’ vulnerabilities that could be a source of your profitable growth? How will you capitalize on those opportunities? • What threats must be addressed? How? What potential competitive battles should you be avoiding? A good “case study” to bring all this to life is the automotive industry. Looking at recent strategic initiatives by major car companies will illustrate how SWOT analyses were used to guide key strategies. Going forward, the biggest issue in the auto What must you DO to win tomorrow? WITH KEN FREEMAN SEE FREEMAN PAGE 11
THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 OPINION THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 11 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 What steps have you taken to protect your life savings from the cost of long term care? market is the emergence of the electric vehicle (EV) segment. Government regulations and incentives make that segment’s rapid growth inevitable. Traditional industry leaders recognize this and the threat it poses to their internal combustion engine-focused product lines, and are working hard to develop their EV capabilities and business. Let’s zero in on how this is driving Tesla, General Motors (GM) and Ford. Tesla’s key strengths include its early dominance of the EV segment, enabled by development of its EV-focused (especially battery) supply chain and manufacturing infrastructure. Recognizing the threat of well capitalized competitors GM and Ford (and others too!) going after its market share, Tesla has cut prices aggressively, and is also pursuing aggressive growth of its Tesla battery charging network, to speed brand growth and reinforcement of its leadership position. GM and Ford, on the other hand, recognize the seemingly inevitable trend to EVs, and are leveraging their long-established brands and dealer networks to quickly establish meaningful EV beachheads. GM is pursuing the mass market through its Chevrolet line with the valuepriced Volt sedan, Equinox and Blazer SUVs, and Silverado pickup truck. It is protecting its luxury market position through early Cadillac EV entries. Ford is focusing its EV investments in its sporty, performance-oriented Mustang (initially with a Mustang SUV), the larger, family-oriented Explorer SUV, and workhorse F-150 pick-up truck. Both companies recognize their supply-side vulnerability due to still limited EV-specific (especially battery) supply chains. This has led both companies to invest substantially in mining companies focused on the elements key to EV batteries, an unorthodox but creative strategic initiative enhancing their ability to compete against Tesla. While your business may be of a very different scale than these automotive giants, SWOT analyses culminating in strategic implications can be a powerful tool in helping you plan toward a more successful tomorrow as well. Do you want to learn more? Visit www.halstonmedia.com, and fill out the “Get in Touch” form on the home page. Before helping his son found Halston Media, Kenneth Freeman led a global marketing research company. Freeman earned his MBA from Harvard University and has led the marketing departments at major Fortune 500 corporations throughout his career. FREEMAN FROM PAGE 10
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Sports PAGE 14 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER On Thursday, July 27, the Westchester Female Flag Football League got together for another night of gridiron games, and the Foxy Mamas were there again to represent Katonah/Lewisboro at Somers High School. Proud in purple, the contingent of Cross Riverarea Moms faced the Bees Knees of Somers—and delivered a stinging defeat to the hometown team. A Whitney Hartmann interception set the tone on the second play from scrimmage. “I watched the quarterback’s eyes: I could see she wasn’t going to throw the ball to anyone in particular,” said the John Jay parent. “So I ran up and grabbed it.” After swiping the ball, Hartmann ran it back for the game’s first touchdown. Her pick-6 set the Mamas on their way to a 32-0 rout. But not before some early moments when the Bees threatened to answer back. On the legs and arm of QB Ariana Holub, Somers got deep into Mamas’ territory, and a fourth-down pass completion to Cheryl Sabanosh put them in a position to tie the game. Instead, Liz Hill kept her nose to the grindstone at the goal line. “I just dove for her flag and got it,” said the Mamas defender. Taking over after a turnover on downs at the 1-yard line, QB Leah Jacobson ran a keeper to get her team to midfield on second down. But it was the next play where Jacobson really put the moves on. After a cut inside first, she made a beeline to the sidelines on the way to a 30-yard gain. “As soon as you start running, the defender catches on,” Jacobson said. “So you have to be nimble and ready to pivot.” After legging out two big gains, the QB was ready to flex her passing arm. Calm in the pocket, she let fly to the corner, where Hill pulled in the ball for a 12-0 lead. After completing the conversion Rhea Johnson, the Foxy Mamas didn’t wait long after the kickoff to add on. Meg Kelly stepped in front of another Holub pass and reveled in setting up her offense at midfield. “I love interceptions,” she said. After going nowhere on the first two plays of the possession, Jacobson took her foot off the brake on third down. She dropped back, then took off for the sidelines again. Stopped short of the goal on that run, the quarterback then connected with Johnson for a third touchdown pass. Down 20-0, Bees still had some sting. Sabanosh took over at quarterback Foxy Mamas swat Bees Knees 32-0 Katonah/Lewisboro squad defeats Somers team in its own backyard Lee Sauerhoff Meg Kelly Leah Jacobson FLAG FOOTBALL Whitney Hartmann PHOTOS: RICH MONETTI SEE FOXY PAGE 16
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PAGE 16 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES SPORTS THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 FOXY FROM PAGE 14 and two keepers got her team past midfield. But the Mamas’ defense would not rest. Sarah Denyer got the squad yet another interception and sent her team into the half with a very comfortable lead. After the break, the Mamas showed no mercy. Jacobson hit Amy Civetta for a strike to midfield, and no surprise, the QB found the room on sidelines for another big rushing gain. Starting at the 10 after the long run, the Mamas got creative. Jacobson optioned the ball to Civetta in the backfield, and Hill had no apologies for skying over her defenders for another touchdown. “Being tall,” she said, “it’s my favorite quality.” After Civetta got the another pick, Lee Sauerhoff took over at quarterback. Undeterred by a third down sack at the 10, she stood tall in the pocket and connected with Jacobson, the first string QB having turned receiver. Waiting for Jacobson to scoot across the end zone, Sauerhoff found her in the right corner for what would prove to be the last score of the game. For the players, there was more to celebrate than just the victory. “We started playing after COVID,” Sauerhoff said. “So a lot of the women came out to experience the camaraderie. Getting together is a reflection of embracing life again.” Amy Civetta Please print your first and last names and address PHOTO: RICH MONETTI legibly, sign and date (all required to continue receiving your subscription to this newspaper). YES, I wish to receive a FREE 3-year subscription to The Katonah-Lewisboro Times. YES, I really enjoy The Katonah-Lewisboro Times, and I’d like to continue receiving it for 3 years, along with a monetary contribution this year. (Please print legibly.) First (Required) (Required) (Required) (Required) (Required. Please print legibly.) Last (Required) City: State: ZIP: Name: Signature: Email: Snowbird Dates (if applicable): Date: Phone: Address: (Optional) (Optional for TAPinto E-News) Checks payable to Halston Media LLC Please include this form in your envelope. Mail to: P.O. Box 864 Mahopac, NY 10541 While we need your Full Support to keep this newspaper strong, we include the option for Basic Support because we don’t want financial reasons to get in the way of our readers receiving this newspaper. Basic Support vs. Full Support Basic Support Full Support $100 $50 $20 other OR Visit https://bit.ly/HalstonSubscribe OR Visit https://bit.ly/ HalstonSubscribe 2 TRACKS NO NEWS... 1. Clip the short form on the page 2. Fill out the information. 3. Mail it to P.O. Box 864, Mahopac, NY 10541 4. Or visit www.halstonsubscribe.com 5. Or Scan our QR Code to Subscribe. We need you to subscribe. It’s FREE & It’s Easy! is NOT necessarily good news! Please print your first and last names and address legibly, sign and date (all required to continue receiving your subscription to this newspaper). YES, I wish to receive a FREE 3-year subscription to The Katonah-Lewisboro Times YES, I really enjoy The Katonah-Lewisboro Times and I’d like to continue receiving it for 3 years, along with a monetary contribution this year. (Please print legibly.) First (Required) (Required) (Required) (Required) (Required. Please print legibly.) Last (Required) City: State: ZIP: Name: Signature: Email: Snowbird Dates (if applicable): Date: Phone: Address: (Optional for TAPinto E-News) (Optional) Mail to: P.O. Box 864 Mahopac, NY 10541 While we need your Full Support to keep this newspaper strong, we include the option for Basic Support because we don’t want financial reasons to get in the way of our readers receiving this newspaper. Basic Support vs. Full Support Basic Support Full Support $100 $50 $20 other or visit www.halstonsubscribe.com OR or visit www.halstonsubscribe.com Checks payable to Halston Media LLC. Please include this form in your envelope. Please include the following additional papers as part of this subscription: North Salem News The Somers Record Yorktown News The Mt. Kisco-Bedford Times Mahopac News 2 TRACKS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 17 LEISURE 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. A way to pick up 5. Presents 10. Type of guitar 14. Actor Idris 15. A citizen of Iran 16. Creative 17. Harness 18. Weight unit 19. You better call him 20. Utterly devoted 22. Male cat 23. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation 24. Risk-taker 27. A team’s best pitcher 30. Cool! 31. Women’s __ movement 32. Georgia rockers 35. Step-shaped recess 37. The princess could detect its presence 38. Type of truck 39. Butterhead lettuces 40. Angry people see it 41. Lines where two fabrics are sewn together 42. Soviet city 43. Carpet 44. Traveled all over 45. Thin, straight bar 46. Body art (slang) 47. Congressman (abbr.) 48. No seats available 49. Breaks apart 52. Arabic name 55. Ballplayer’s tool 56. Type of sword 60. Baseball team 61. Upper bract of grass floret 63. Italian Seaport 64. Ancient Syrian city 65. Shoelace tube 66. The Miami mascot is one 67. South American nation 68. Popular video game ‘Max __’ 69. Body part CLUES DOWN 1. German courtesy title 2. Ancient Greek City 3. Ancient Hebrew calendar month 4. Long-legged frog family 5. Photo 6. Delivered a speech 7. Lute in classical Indian music 8. Decorated 9. Take a seat 10. Belonging to a bottom layer 11. Member of a Semitic people 12. Part of a ticket 13. Defunct Guinean money 21. Challenges 23. Popular BBQ food 25. Subway dweller 26. By way of 27. Shady garden alcove 28. Egyptian city 29. Partner to ‘flowed’ 32. Widens 33. Old Eurasian wheat 34. Act incorrectly 36. European pipeline 37. Al Bundy’s wife 38. Ocean 40. Root eaten as a vegetable 41. Sound units 43. Style of music 44. A way to drench 46. Hot beverage 47. A cotton fabric with a satiny finish 49. Rumanian city 50. Urge to action 51. Vaccine developer 52. Canadian law enforcers 53. Wings 54. ‘Perry Mason’ actor Raymond 57. Small fry 58. __ Clapton, musician 59. Take a chance 61. Bland food 62. Consumed Few people can resist the appeal of waffles. They’re tasty in the morning for breakfast, and equally at home in the afternoons or evening with chicken or ice cream accompanying them. Indeed, few foods can be enjoyed any time of day as easily as waffles. Waffles can be made from gluten-free and alternative ingredients, making them available to people who have different types of food limitations. Such is the case with this recipe for “Belgian Waffles” courtesy of “PlantBased Gourmet” (Apollo Publishers) by Chef Suzi Gerber. This recipe features ingredients that fit into a plant-based lifestyle. Waffles can be breakfast, lunch or dinner Belgian Waffles Makes 3 or 4 waffles 2-1/4 cups gluten-free flour (conventional allpurpose flour may be substituted; reduced by 2 tablespoons) 1 teaspoon sugar 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 tablespoon salt 1 cup room temperature oat milk or flax milk 1-1/2 tablespoons melted butter or non-dairy butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1. Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the oat milk, butter, vanilla and apple cider vinegar, then slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet, whisking to combine. 2. Grease a waffle iron and preheat. Pour about 1/2 cup of the batter into the waffle iron and let stand for 30 to 45 seconds, then close and cook approximately three to five minutes. Gently open to check, adding an additional one to two minutes if needed. Repeat with the remaining batter. Tip: Add freeze-dried berries, whole or powdered, or even blue spirulina or pitaya powder to get colorful waffles with fruity flavors and even a bit of crunch. Alternating colors of waffles is fun, nutritious and festive.
PAGE 18 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 and who have helped shift community culture, mindsets, and behaviors. As a celebration of the nonprofit sector, this program is a chance to honor organization and individual changemakers that have gone above and beyond in their work to address the needs of our county’s most vulnerable members and to recognize the work of the sector that furthers the social, physical, emotional and economic well-being of all residents. “Keep Westchester Thriving is not only an act of celebration, but also an important acknowledgment of the positive impact that nonprofit sector represents nearly 20% of our workforce,” said Jan Fisher, Executive Director of NPW. “Every year, I find myself moved by the submissions we receive that showcase the remarkable contributions being made within the nonprofit sector in Westchester County.” This year’s winners will be recognized at an awards ceremony hosted by NPW on Nov. 29, at the Sonesta Hotel in White Plains from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $90 per person for NPW members and $150 per person for nonmembers. There are also numerous opportunities to sponsor this inspiring event or to purchase a journal ad. For any questions regarding the submission process or award criteria, contact Jan Fisher at [email protected] or 914-332-6679. Lewisboro Library 15 Main St, South Salem, NY 10590 Please register for programs by visiting www.lewisborolibrary. org LIBRARY FAIR DONATION DAYS ARE COMING! Start cleaning out those attics! The Lewisboro Library Fair Donation Days are coming in August. Volunteers will be on hand to collect donations to sell at the Sept. 9 Library Fair. Donations of gently-used, high-quality books and items for the Attic Treasures Sale will be accepted on donation days - Saturday, Aug. 12, 19 and 26. Donations can be dropped off at Onatru Farm from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on these days only. If you are unsure if your items will be accepted for the book and Attic Treasures Sales, please check the library website for a detailed list on what will and won’t be accepted. Volunteers are needed to work both before and on Fair Day. The most urgent need is for teens and adults to work accepting items on Donation Days, but there are plenty of volunteer opportunities in other areas. Please visit the Library website to sign up. AFTERNOON FILM: “SHE SAID” The Library’s Monday Afternoon Film Series continues Aug. 14 at 1 p.m., with a showing of “She Said.” It tells the story of The New York Times journalists Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor, who publish a report that exposes sexual abuse allegations against powerful Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. Their shocking story also serves as a launching pad for the #MeToo movement, shattering decades of silence around the subject of sexual assault and harassment. COMMUNITY SAFETY SERIES: STOP THE BLEED On Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 7 p.m., the library is hosting a “Stop the Bleed” workshop, suitable for adults and teens ages fifteen and older. Accidents happen in an instant, and getting help for the wounded in a timely manner is critical. This program will train bystanders to take life-saving action if needed until professional help arrives. The skills taught in this class can help save a life! The Lewisboro Volunteer Ambulance Corps (LVAC) is sponsoring and leading this class, which will instruct community members in the proper methods to control active bleeding in an emergency situation using tourniquets, applying direct pressure and wound packing. This class is part of a Community Safety Series coordinated by the Lewisboro Library, LVAC, and the Town’s Emergency Management Committee. Additional safety workshops will be offered in the fall. Please register via the Library website. LIBRARY BOARD TO MEET AUG. 16 The Lewisboro Library Board of Trustees will meet next on Wednesday, Aug. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Meetings are open to the public. Westchester Oratorio Society The Westchester Oratorio Society begins its 26th season with rehearsals starting on September 12, for the group’s fall concert featuring Bach: Cantata, BWV 706; Händel: Te Deum, HWV 280; Bach: Cantata, BWV 140 and Fauré: Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11. The concert will be on Saturday evening November 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the South Salem Presbyterian Church, with a dress rehearsal on Friday evening 11/17. The chorus will be accompanied by professional soloists and the WOS Baroque Orchestra. The concert is made possible with the support of the Westchester Community Foundation, a Division of the New York Community Trust. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Garden Room of the Katonah Village Library, 26 Bedford Rd. in Katonah, located a short walk from the Metro-North train station. Rehearsals in September are “open.” Potential new singers are invited to attend. 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PAGE 20 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023 BY EMILE MENASCHÉ CONTRIBUTING EDITOR An “at-risk” Mahopac man who went missing on Thursday morning after leaving home for a walk was found alive and conscious on Monday afternoon after a multi-agency search-andrescue effort that included police dogs, helicopters, aerial drones and door-to-door canvassing. Carmel Police Chief Anthony Hoffmann said Roy Clayton, age 66, was airlifted by helicopter to Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla. Clayton appeared to be suffering from exposure after more than 96 hours outdoors, Hoffmann said, but he is expected to recover. Clayton, an avid walker who suffers from epilepsy, left home in the midmorning last Thursday without his seizure medication and without a cell phone, Hoffmann said. When he didn’t return home, his family grew concerned and went looking for him. “A few hours went by before they called us,” Hoffmann said. “They were out searching on their own for a while.” When found on Monday afternoon, Clayton was stuck in a marshy wooded area behind a house on Pouting Rock Road in Mahopac Falls, less than a mile from the home he shares with his family. Calling the rescue a team effort, Hoffmann said it involved town, county, and state police from both Putnam and Westchester, volunteer firefighters and EMTs from Mahopac and Mahopac Falls, and officers from the state Department of Environmental Conservation. “We had a lot of our people on this case; it was all hands on deck basically,” he said. For CPD, special acknowledgment would go to Lt. Michael Bodo, Det.-Sgt. Brian Forde, detectives Brian Smith and Daniel Shea, CPD K9 Pietro, PO Vincent DeSantola, and CPD drone operator, PO Vincenzo Rocco, the chief said. “New York State Police K9 Jet and Trooper Patrick Porteus (of the Somers Barracks), and CPD K9 Pietro and PO DeSantola found Mr. Clayton,” Hoffmann added. “But the help from the Sheriff’s Department, forest rangers from the DEC, Westchester County Police, and our local volunteer first responders also played a huge role.” One of the challenges, Hoffmann said, was that while Clayton walked regularly, he had no regular route, which meant the painstaking searches focused on different paths he may have taken: along Myrtle Avenue, Stillwater Road and other possible routes before a combination of techniques helped them zero in on Pouting Rock Road. “Through our neighborhood canvass, we started finding him on home security cameras,” Hoffmann said at the scene on Monday afternoon, minutes after Clayton’s rescue. “We kind of traced him up to this area yesterday, and we were searching with drones but didn’t have any luck—[and] we were facing some daylight challenges.” Hoffmann said a Pouting Rock Road family returning from vacation shared an image of Clayton on their security camera and helped the rescuers narrow down the search. But the video also raised another medical concern about Clayton in addition to his epilepsy. “We saw on the footage that he was walking with a bit of a limp, so that was a concern,” he said. “So we definitely had some medical concerns for his condition.” A RESCUE DELAYED According to Hoffmann, the rescue effort also faced an unexpected obstacle. “We had quite a bit of difficulty with the individual here at 59 Pouting Rock Road,” he said, alleging that the man refused to let searchers onto his property. “So the decision was made to come back again today in the daylight with a search warrant. Unfortunately, we had to take the gentleman [later identified as David Bennett, age 63] into custody. He fought with our officers.” Police were still investigating whether Bennett knew that Clayton was in the woods near his house and are trying to learn why he tried to prevent them from searching there. He faces charges of obstruction and resisting arrest (both misdemeanors) with other charges possible. “We are exploring with the Putnam County DA if, and which, felony charges are appropriate,” Hoffmann said. After Bennett’s arrest, the K9s were able to search his property, where they found Clayton just a few hundred yards from the house. “I believe the location [where Clayton was found] is on Bennett’s property,” Hoffmann said. “It’s [in the woods] between 59 Pouting Rock Road and 35 Carmine Drive. We were able to attend to him with Carmel PD personnel, Putnam County Sheriff’s Department, State Police, and New York State Forest Rangers. We were able to get him out and get him to a Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department ambulance. 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In any case, you’ll want to keep in mind the key benefit of 529 plans: Earnings and withdrawals are federally tax free when the money is used for qualified education expenses for college and some trade school programs. And your state may give you an income tax deduction or a credit for your 529 plan contributions. In some states, a 529 plan can be used for K-12 schooling as well. You have another incentive to keep your 529 plan intact despite temporary drops in value. Specifically, if you withdraw money and don’t use it for eligible education expenses, your withdrawal may be subject to a 10% penalty, in addition to state and federal income taxes. That could be a high price to pay for a move that may not be in your best interest. After all, if you were to move your 529 plan money into a minimal-risk asset, such as some type of cash vehicle, you could sacrifice some of the growth potential you might need to meet the high costs of higher education. Many 529 plans offer investment portfolios that gradually become more risk averse as the beneficiary gets closer to college age. A financial advisor can discuss the investment options with you. While this investment feature doesn’t guarantee you’ll have complete immunity from financial market volatility, it can help reduce its impact when you need access to the money. Here’s one more point to keep in mind: Just because you’ve planned to access your 529 plan when your child reaches 18, or whatever age they begin their post-secondary education, you’re not required to take money out at that point. You can keep your 529 plan intact until you feel more comfortable making withdrawals, though you’ll need to consider how this decision will affect your ability to help pay for your child’s education. The financial markets will always be in some type of flux, but don’t let these movements deter you from sticking with a 529 plan — it’s still one of the best investments you can make in your child’s future. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Financial Advisor, Judi McAnaw, a resident of Katonah. She has an office at 200 Business Park Drive, Suite 107, in Armonk. Judi can be reached at 914-669-5329. 529 plans offer benefits in all markets It’s still one of the best investments you can make in your child’s future.’ -Judi McAnaw Edward Jones Financial Advisor JUDI MCANAW GUEST CORNER
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