Mahopac News 10.19.2023

VOL. 14 NO. 36 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 CLASSIFIEDS 31 LEGAL NOTICES 30 LEISURE 24 MAHOPAC MUSINGS 3 OBITUARIES 3O PINION 10 SPORTS 18 MHS soccer sets its goals pg 22 PLAYOFF BOUND Visit News.HalstonMedia.com for the latest news. BY BRETT FREEMAN PUBLISHER Area civic, community and religious leaders of multiple faiths have come together in recent days to support their Jewish neighbors in the face of brutal violence in Israel. 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 1,500 Jews, including at least 29 Americans living in Israel.  “What are we feeling? Disbelief, anger, confusion. Distraught, horrified, numb, anxiety, tears, maybe some panic,” said Alan Gunzburg during Friday night’s prayer service at Temple Beth Shalom in Mahopac. “This is not a random act of violence or terrorism; this is war. “Last Saturday was the single worst day for attacks on Jews since the Holocaust.” According to reports, Hamas has also abducted close to 200 hostages, including babies and seniors. Jewish women and girls were paraded around Gaza with blood-soaked pants, indicating many instances of rape. As of press time, the casualties from the conflict were continuing to rise and are almost certain to far surpass any figures so far reported. Hebrew Congregation of Somers Rabbi Shoshana Leis told a multi-faith gathering at Yorktown First Presbyterian Church about an exchange she had with Ossining Episcopal Priest Hal Roark as she tried to explain how devastating the attacks were to her community. “[I told him] I need to grieve with my people and be held by other people who are witnessing us in our grief now,” Rabbi Leis said. “And we did that on Thursday, which you can see on YouTube. I and others in the communities that I serve felt completely transformed having been held and seen in our grief.” Images of horror Reporting from the attacks and their aftermath has uncovered brutal violence, with documents recovered from dead Hamas fighters allegedly showing that the organization explicitly targeted schools and vulnerable civilians. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has confirmed seeing images of a baby riddled with bullets, young people burned alive and soldiers beheaded. Blinken said the carnage is reminiscent of atrocities committed by 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 Region rallies in support of Israel, Jewish community SEE ISRAEL PAGE 6 Worshipers gathered at Temple Beth Shalom to pray for peace and solidarity after the terrorist attacks by Hamas. PHOTOS: JENNA WALDMAN Residential • Commercial • Land Condos • New Construction FREE HOME PREPARATION & VALUE EVALUATION FREE RELOCATION SERVICE SCAN HERE FOR MORE INFO! 914-282-6440 [email protected] RE/MAX Classic Realty There is no one more knowledgeable, caring, considerate and professional than Larry Zacks. We interviewed many agents and no one had the knowledge and experience that measured up to Larry. We would recommend Larry to everyone we know. He’s the best choice and should be your only choice. ~A.S. Temple Beth Am cantor Jamie Tortorello-Allen sings at Sunday’s multi-faith vigil at Yorktown’s First Presbyterian Church. PHOTO: ROB DISTASIO

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 3 Edward J. Scott Edward J. Scott, 64, of Lake Carmel, and formerly Mahopac, passed away too soon with his wife, Erin, and closest friends by his side on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023. He was born in Yonkers on Sept. 13, 1959, the son of Richard and Joan (Mulholland) Scott. Ed graduated from Mahopac High School in 1977. On Feb. 2, 1978, he joined the Mahopac Volunteer Fire Department, and his passion for service was ignited. Ed reveled in the traditions and comradery of the volunteer fire service. He was initially assigned to Engine Company 1 and later transferred to Engine Company 2 on Buckshollow Road when it was established. Ed served on more committees than can be mentioned, and was a friend to countless fire departments that he visited, not only in the Hudson Valley but on Long Island and upstate New York as well. Ed became a life member of Mahopac VFD in 1998. Rising through the ranks, he became Chief of Department in 2000 and 2001, later becoming president in 2004, and served on the Board of Fire Commissioners from 2010 to 2019 and as its chair from 2017 to 2019. In the 109-year history of the Mahopac Fire Department, only two other members reached all three top positions of chief, president, and chairman. Ed retired this past June from the Putnam County Bureau of Emergency Services where he was a dispatcher; Dispatcher 410. He truly lived a life of service, not only to the Mahopac community but to all of Putnam County. Ed was a diehard NY Mets fan, a NY Giants fan, and a great fan of NASCAR auto racing. He enjoyed many trips to the Dover Motor Speedway in Delaware to watch the races with his friends. In 2006, Eddie married Erin Fitzsimmons, a member of the Lake Carmel Fire Department. In addition to Erin, he is survived by his mother, Joan; brother, Richard, and sister, Cathy as well as several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his canine companion, Dora. He was predeceased by his father, Richard, and his brother, Daniel. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday, Oct. 14, at Our Lady of the Lake/Mount Carmel Church in Lake Carmel. Private cremation followed. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Ed to the FASNY Fireman’s Home, designate “Operation Small Change,”125 Harry Howard Ave., Hudson, NY 12534 or www.firemenshome.com. Edward Scott PHOTO COURTESY OF FACEBOOK OBITUARIES MAHOPAC MUSINGS Alzheimer’s Walk The Putnam County Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Sunday, Oct. 23 at Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park, 201 Gipsy Trail Road in Carmel. Gates open at 9 a.m.; opening ceremonies begin at 10. Proceeds go to further the care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. To learn how to participate or donate to the Putnam County Walk (or others in the area), visit act.alz.org. (Use the search function to find a Walk via location.) Annual Harvest Fest The Recreation and Parks Department  invites town residents to join them for their annual Harvest Fest at Sycamore Park on Sunday, Oct. 29,  from noon to 3 p.m. Featuring music, carnival games, pumpkin decorating, bounce houses, petting zoo, trick-or-treating and more! Come support our local Farmers Market and craft vendors! Harvest Fest includes activities for all ages... bring the whole family for a funfilled day!  Remember to wear your Halloween costumes and bring a bag for some Halloween  treats! For more information, visit  ci.carmel.ny.us/recreation-and-parksdepartment. Garden Club Tea Party The Lake Mahopac Garden Club will hold its annual tea party on Saturday, Oct. 21. The annual celebration of flowers, tea, and other treats will  be held from noon until 3 p.m. at the Mahopac Golf and Beach Club, 601 North Lake Blvd. in Mahopac. Tickets are $40 for adults and $20 for ages 10-17.  For further information, contact Mary Ragonesi at ragonesimary@ gmail.com. Free Rabies Vax Clinic Putnam residents can bring their dogs, cats, and ferrets to a free rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, Nov.18, from 10 a.m.- noon Sponsored by the Putnam County Department of Health, the clinic is being held at Veterans Memorial Park (Upper Park), 201 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel, and is open to all county residents.  Bring a photo ID as proof of Putnam County residency, as well as proof of prior rabies vaccination. Tags are not acceptable. If you do not have proof of prior rabies vaccination, your pet will receive a one-year rabies vaccine. Pets must be at least 12 weeks old. All dogs must be leashed and controlled. Any dog that may become aggressive must be muzzled. Cats and ferrets must be in carriers - top loading carriers preferred, no harnesses. All animals must be supervised by an adult. Masks are recommended while inside the barn. Social/physical distancing, face coverings, and a minimum number of people are appreciated.   For more information and directions, call the Department of Health at 845- 808-1390, ext. 43160.  Red Mills Art Exhibit The town’s Recreation and Parks Department is presenting the Red Mills Historic Park Art Exhibit at Red Mills Park, 23 Hill St., Mahopac. The free exhibit will run until Oct. 30 and is open to the public daily from dusk to dawn. It’s made possible in part by the Putnam Arts Council’s Art Link Grant Program and public funds from Putnam County. For more info, call the Recreation and Parks Department at 845-628-7888. United for the Troops Golf The United for the Troops’ seventh annual golf outing fundraiser will take place from 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 20, at Putnam County Golf Course in Mahopac. Since 2007, United the organization has delivered more than 30,000 gift packages to deployed service members. Singles, doubles and foursomes slots are available. For the signup link and more information, visit unitedforthetroops.org. PAC Call to Artists The Putnam Arts Council and the Southeast Museum are partnering to showcase the beauty and heritage of Putnam County in collaboration with Putnam County Tourism. They extend an invitation to artists throughout the region and historical organizations to participate in an exhibition that captures the essence of Putnam County. All submissions will be accepted, prizes will be awarded, and the work will be exhibited in the A. Eric Arctander Gallery at the Putnam Arts Council in Mahopac and at the Southeast Museum in the Village of Brewster. Artists 13 years and older are invited to submit up to two pieces of original art created in the prior 12 months. Artwork in all media accepted.  Works must feature outdoor Putnam County scenes. Submissions are $25 for PAC member artists for up to two entries; and $30 for non-members and are to be delivered on Saturday, Oct. 28, or Sunday, Oct. 29, 2-5 p.m., or by appointment. All artwork must be delivered to PAC at 521 Kennicut Hill Road, Mahopac. Submission forms will be provided at drop-off.   Awards:  Best in Show ($150), Second Place ($100), and Third Place ($75). They will be selected by the Visual Arts Committee of the Putnam Arts Council. Cash awards will be presented at the Putnam Arts Council’s opening reception. SEE MUSINGS PAGE 26 www. M i k e Fo r H i g hway. c o m For Town of Carmel Highway Superintendent WRITE DOWN MICHAEL STERN Paid for by Michael Stern MICHAEL STERN NEEDS YOU IN HIS CORNER! Michael Stern

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 5 RE-ELECT FRANK LOMBARDI FOR TOWN COUNCIL PROVEN LEADERSHIP - REAL RESULTS Republican and Conservative Candidate Frank Lombardi - Carmel Town Councilman PROVEN LEADERSHIP • COMMITMENT • REAL RESULTS PAID FOR BY FRIENDS TO ELECT FRANK LOMBARDI QUALIFICATIONS • Private Practice Attorney 27 Years (Civil Litigation) • Fordham University B. A. Political Science/Public Administration 1992 • St. John’s University School of Law, J.D. 1995 COMMUNITY SERVICE • Councilman, Town of Carmel, 2010-2017, 2020-Present • Deputy Supervisor, Town of Carmel 2012-2017 • Italian American Club of Mahopac (Counsel) • Mahopac Sports Association (Coach & Assistant Coach) • Northeast Bronx Senior Center (Past President) • 4th Degree Member Knights of Columbus - Our Lady Of The Lakes #6318 • Eagle Scout • Mahopac/Carmel Chamber Of Commerce Street Fair Committee • Community Cares Events Committee • Organized Food Drives For Our Local Food Pantries IMPORTANT ISSUES FOR FAMILIES AND TAXPAYERS • Strong Conservative Fiscal Policy • Preserve the beauty and history of Carmel while allowing commercial development to add revenue to our town’s economy • Better working relationship between Town, County & State Government officials • Improve recreation for our seniors & teens THE LOMBARDI PLAN FOR CARMEL’S FUTURE • Streamline job-creating projects that reduce local property taxes • Work with law enforcement to keep Carmel one of the safest towns in New York • Continue advocating for taxpayers while improving town services • Independent voice for transparency in government • Continue to monitor budget for cutting costs LEADERSHIP YOU CAN TRUST • Town Covid-Coordinator • Drafted Resolution Demanding Albany Reform - Bail Reform to keep our Town Safe • Sponsored new law banning sale of synthetic marijuana • Sponsored new law mandating fingerprinting of all new town employees to protect our children and residents • Oversaw approval of new recreational facilities for our kids • Implemented town-wide garbage pick up, saving taxpayers over $1 million dollars Former Congressman Lee Zeldin Congressman Mike Lawler Assemblyman Matt Slater Election Day is Nov. 7th. (Early voting is Oct. 28th through Nov. 5th) Endorsed By

PAGE 6 – MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 threats had been reported in this area, 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 terrorists 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. The DSA was condemned by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who vowed to protect the city’s Jewish residents. “Your fight is my fight,” Adams said at last week’s New York Stands With Israel rally. “That [DSA] swastika not only displays the pain of antisemitism, it displays the pain of racism among African Americans. You marched with us with Dr. King. You stood with us with all the fights we have. And I’m saying we’re going to stand with you and stand united together.” Several local social justice organizations also 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 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.” Distant war, local pain Given the large Jewish population in New York, the Hamas attack hit close to home. Rabbi Robert Weiner of Temple Beth Am in 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 who 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 ISRAEL FROM PAGE 1 SEE ISRAEL PAGE 28 Temple Beth Shalom Rabbi Sarah Freidson leads the congregation in song and prayer. President Allan Gunzburg of Temple Beth Shalom at Friday’s prayer service. PHOTOS: JENNA WALDMAN RED MILLS Convenience Center 575 Route 6N, Mahopac Falls • 845-628-9745 Mahopac Teachers, Students, School & Bus Garage Employees Buy One Egg Sandwich, Get 2nd HALF OFF Buy Lunch Sandwich, Get a Soda or Coffee FREE Happy FALL! We are here if you need anything! Happy Hour Coffee 99¢ Check out our Coffee of the Month! Any Size 3-7pm Firewood Bundles $ 699 3 for 1799 Purchase your box of Coffee to go $ 12 But $14.99 with 99 a bag of donuts Fall Breakfast Special 2 eggs fried or srambled 2 pancakes * Hashbrowns* 2 sausages or bacon Small Coffee ONLY $ 599 We have your grab and go items! OUR COOLERS ARE STOCKED! Your Favorite Cold Beverages & Poland Spring Cases of Water! tax tax tax We have over 100 helium balloon choices! Come see our vintage candy shop

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PAGE 8 – MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 The Prevention Council of Putnam has acquired the Milton Carpenter Scholarship and accepted the responsibility for distributing a limited number of scholarships per year to high school seniors who reside in Putnam County. To qualify for the scholarship the student must have a history of alcohol/substance misuse in the family and must have excellent grades. Milton Carpenter emphasized the importance of financial need as a requirement for applicants. By giving preference to these students, he aimed to provide them with the opportunity to break free from the cycle of alcoholism/substance use disorder and create a brighter future through education. Milton Carpenter deeply valued learning and recognized its potential to unlock further achievements, so the Milton Carpenter Scholarship was formed. “We are honored and excited to take on this initiative. The Milton Carpenter Scholarship embodies the Prevention Council’s mission and we look forward to continuing its legacy,” said Kristin McConnell, executive director of the Prevention Council of Putnam. The Prevention Council has set up a page where students can read about Milton Carpenter, as well as download an application. The Council will reach out to all Putnam County high school guidance counselors, student assistance counselors, and social workers to inform them that it will continue the program. Milton Carpenter’s life experiences and personal values greatly influenced the establishment and criteria of this scholarship. Despite facing significant challenges early in his life, he managed to overcome them and achieve success through his own efforts. His upbringing in a family affected by alcoholism likely shaped his perspective on the importance of education and the impact it can have on one’s future. For questions about the Milton Carpenter Scholarship, email Lucy Guarino at [email protected]. Visit www.preventioncouncilputnam.org for more details. Article courtesy of the Prevention Council of Putnam Prevention Council to offer Milton scholarship Accountability Integrity Transparency Leadership Revitalization ROBERT KEARNS For Carmel Town Board Paid for by the Friends of Robert Kearns General Election Date: November 7th Endorsed Republican and Conservative Candidate Endorsed by Teamsters Local 456 Term Limits Because Carmel Deserves Better. 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! Assemblyman Matt Slater (R, C-Yorktown) this week decried the recent decision by the Public Service Commission to greenlight an unsustainable increase in rates proposed by NYSEG and RG&E. The unanimous approval by the seven-member commission entails a 30 percent surge in NYSEG’s electricity delivery rates and a 17.8 percent escalation in its gas delivery rates, which will be reflected in utility customers’ bills over the next 18 months. Back in 2022, Slater, who was serving as Yorktown’s supervisor, signed a letter to the state Public Service Commission highlighting how NYSEG’s proposal would cause a painful and unacceptably high rate hike on customers and maintenance costs and should be viewed as an inherent part of NYSEG’s operational expenses, especially considering consumers already pay some of the highest energy costs in the country. “For a significant period, we witnessed the warning signs New York’s energy policy was broken, yet there have been no substantial efforts for reform,” Slater said at a press conference on Monday. “We are grappling with an affordability crisis that continues to persist. These price increases will only fuel this crisis, making it unsustainable and hindering the growth of our families and small businesses as their energy costs skyrocket.” Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. (R, C-East Fishkill) said, “All we see is increase after increase and it is not fair that it falls on the backs of our taxpayers. The Public Service Commission needs to do better. They need to listen to the residents of the Hudson Valley and stop driving them out of New York with these ridiculous policies.” Slater said that around this time last year, more than 106,000 NYSEG customers and 65,000 RG&E customers were at least 60 days behind on their bills, with the two companies having sent notices threatening shutoffs to more than 100,000 customers. “With this rate spike, we can only assume those numbers to drastically increase leaving families and businesses to suffer,” the assemblyman said. Article courtesy of Assemblyman Slater’s Office Slater denounces NYSEG’s double-digit rate hike Assemblyman Matt Slater speaks at a press conference on Monday. PHOTO COURTESY OF MATT SLATER’S OFFICE

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 9 Putnam County police agencies and STOP-DWI Coordinators will participate in special efforts to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving over Halloween. “Halloween is meant to be scary, but not when it comes to driving,” said County Sheriff Kevin McConville, Carmel Police Chief Anthony Hoffmann, and Kent Police Chief Kevin Owens in a joint press release. “When it comes to drunk driving Halloween can turn the roads into a horror fest. While we spend time trick or treating and hosting parties with our loved ones, law enforcement officers and STOP-DWI programs across New York State will participate in special efforts to stop impaired driving, prevent injuries, and save lives.” The “STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign,” will start Sunday, Oct. 29, and run through Oct. 31. “Highly visible, highly publicized efforts like the STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign aim to further reduce the incidence of drunk and impaired driving,” the press release said. “You can help to make a difference by having a sober plan.”  Police are encouraging people to download the mobile app “Have a Plan” (stopdwi.org/mobileapp), which is designed to help those who are impaired find a safe ride home. “Impaired driving is completely preventable,” the press release said. “All it takes is a little planning.” Article courtesy of the Putnam County Sheriff ’s Dept. Local police launch Halloween ‘Stop DWI’ effort ‘High visibility’ campaign runs Oct. 29-31 Town Board Wednesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1, 7 p.m. Town Hall, 60 McAlpin Ave. Environmental Conservation Board Thursday, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. Town Hall, 60 McAlpin Ave. Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Thursday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. Town Hall, 60 McAlpin Ave. Recreation Advisory Committee Thursday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Rec Building 790 Long Pond Road Planning Board Thursday, Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. Town Hall, 60 McAlpin Ave. Board of Education Tuesday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. MHS Auditorium 421 Baldwin Place GOVERNMENT AT WORK Your Family Car Care Center! LOCATIONS: Baldwin Place • 44 Route 118 • (845) 628-7900 Croton Falls • 1 Center St • (914) 769-3206 Visit us at www.ProperService.com For over 100 years of combined auto experience, Joe Ferone and his sta of Proper Service have been serving the community, creating releationships, and building a remarkable company with an amazing team of employees! Find out why Joe Ferone of Proper Service needs to be YOUR Go-To Automotive Service Center! 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 Here is the schedule for upcoming town and school district meetings:

Opinion BRETT FREEMAN, PUBLISHER EMILE MENACHÉ, EDITOR TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL, CREATIVE DIRECTOR Editorial Office: 845-208-0774 [email protected] 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 HALSTON MEDIA, LLC Letters to the editor and op-ed submissions may be edited. The views and opinions expressed in letters and op-eds are not necessarily those of Mahopac 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 at [email protected]. For more information, call the editor at 845-208-0774 PAGE 10 – MAHOPAC 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. The first time I tried to read “Moby Dick,” I read it as a whaling adventure led by a lunatic captain. I tortured myself for about 200 pages, before all the ponderous dialogue and godlike authorial intrusions finally got to me. This Melville, I thought, how did he ever become a famous writer? Once a year, I inspect and dust my overflowing collection of books, in the hopes of being able to part with a few. Once a year, that same half-read copy of “Moby Dick” beckons. It took almost 40 years for me to do it, but I have finally finished reading “Moby Dick.” I am glad I waited until 2023. The more I read, the more I likened Captain Ahab to both Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Not in the sense of anything that can be labeled political. But rather as deeply flawed leaders. Melville wrote his books in times as tumultuous and divided as our own. States were fighting over slavery. In the West they were rolling out barbed wire and settling arguments with six shooters. Melville witnessed leaders and politicians of that era, Andrew Jackson, to name but one, get elected by promising to expand slavery. Not only was slavery good for the economy, but they also argued that it was good for the slaves, who were, after all, inferior and needed kindly guidance.  Artists working in the 18th and 19th centuries had the good fortune to plumb the depths of our error-prone souls at a time when America was trying to figure out who and what it wanted to be. America has never reflected its divided self as clearly. Slavery was only one of many divisive issues being debated. In the Wild West, for example, would it be the town tamers, Wyatt Earp and his brothers among the most well-known, that established the law?  As an American archetype, legend, media projection, savior and sometimes presidential role model (for both parties), Wyatt’s spurs are as sharp as ever. I found Kurt Russel’s portrayal of him in the movie “Tombstone” most realistic. First, Russel’s Wyatt beats the hell out of Tombstone’s previously corrupt town tamer/marshal, then he removes his badge and pins it on himself. It’s important to note that while brave men like Wyatt dispensed frontier justice expediently, territories were clamoring for statehood and a less violent way of life. It’s easy to forget that neither guns nor the law tamed the West- or keep us safe today. A consensus was finally reached. Wyatt’s brand of justice had to go. Justice would not be as swift or as satisfying, and criminals would have the same rights as law abiding citizens, but that was better than people shooting each other in the street all the time.  The Lone Ranger may be America’s first politically correct archetype. He had an Indian assistant named Tonto, rode a big white horse, Silver, and just to show how good he really was, he wore a mask, preferring to remain anonymous. His impulses have always conflicted with Wyatt’s. Where Wyatt wanted a swift and final reckoning, the Lone Ranger promised justice. Wyatt never moralized. The Lone Ranger never stopped moralizing. Both seem at once completely necessary and utterly impossible. The cheeky title of this column was borrowed from the opening line in Melville’s classic. I have a prediction of my own: If both Joe Biden and Donald Trump continue to run, Donald Trump is going to win in 2024. Biden has about as much business running for president as Ahab did trying to kill Moby Dick.  Ahab’s monumental vengeance won him a free ride to the bottom of the ocean. Donald Trump’s electoral vengeance brought him 91 felony indictments. However, for all the talk about him leading his party the way of Ahab, Joe Biden is not getting enough credit for leading his party to the exact same place. He shouldn’t be running. He’s too old. Everyone seems to know it but him. Donald Trump is Joe Biden’s Moby Dick.  Pride goeth before the fall and the hope here is for Joe Biden to goeth before he loses in ’24. The presidency is no job for old men. America doesn’t need an aging Lone Ranger or a leader adept at turning vengeance into virtue.  Ten years after “Moby Dick” was published, Melville witnessed the Civil War. It’s not hard to imagine that as he watched tens of thousands of Americans slaughter one another, he thought of Ahab and what his book prophesized: Pride gets the better of us all.  It was left to Abraham Lincoln to turn tears and bloodshed into sacrifice and change the nation’s course.  Honest Abe, where are you now? America needs saving again.    Call me Ishmael LORENZO GARO OF HUMAN INTEREST

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 OPINION MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 11 www.MikeForHighway.com For Town of Carmel Highway Superintendent WRITE DOWN MICHAEL STERN CARMEL HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT MICHAEL STERN NEEDS YOU IN HIS CORNER! Paid for by Michael Stern JOIN US FOR COMPLIMENTARY COCKTAILS AND HORS D'OEUVRES, LEARN MORE ABOUT MICHAEL, AND HOW TO WRITE IN YOUR VOTE MEET + MINGLEWITH MICHAEL! WED, 10/25 | VILLA BARONE | 5:30-8:30PM Teamsters Local 456 Current Highway Superintendent Michael Simone Westchester Putnam Building & Construction Trades Carmel Lieutenants Benevolent Association Carmel Legislator Erin Lee Crowley  Carmel Legislator Greg Ellner ENDORSEMENTS: Michael Stern Dear Dr. Linda, I’m 48 years old. I have two wonderful kids in college and a fabulous husband. I’m truly blessed. But, I still feel like “Stupid little Cathy.” That’s the name I was given by my first grade teacher. I dropped out of school at 16, and I still can’t read or write. My husband is the only one who knows about my disability and he always covers for me. He read to the kids, helped with their homework, made out the checks and signed the report cards. None of my friends know about this either. One time I was at a bridal shower and they asked us to fill out answers for some kind of game. I panicked, said I was sick and went home. I never went to a bridal or baby shower again. My husband is insisting that I have to get help. He feels I’m smart, just scared and damaged by the school I went to. Is it too late? (Obviously, he wrote this). I told him what I wanted to say. -Smart Little Cathy (he wrote that too).  Dear Smart Little Cathy, Years ago a woman about your age came to me with a similar story. We’ll call her Sally. She had kept my name and number on her refrigerator for over a year until she got the courage to call me. Since her children were grown and out of the house, she wanted to go to work. But she couldn’t fill out the application.  She too was called stupid by her teachers and family. She told me she once hid in the guest bathroom at a Tupperware party when she heard that she had to fill out an order form. I saw Sally every week for two years. When she first came to me, her husband sat in the room. As time went by, she started coming to me alone. Eventually, she applied for a job. She got it.  Another time, as I was talking to a mom and dad about their son’s academic issues, the father got up and ran out of the office. He later told me that when I was showing them the reading material his son was having trouble with, it took him back to when he was struggling.  In addition, he couldn’t read it either. He told me that he had never read a book to his children and wanted to badly. He too started coming to me and we worked week by week together so he could read a Dr. Seuss book to his 4-year-old son.  When a child goes through an experience as you have, they can be damaged for life. But you can learn and as you begin learning, your anxiety goes down. You’ll see that you’re not stupid.  Years ago, teachers didn’t have the knowledge that they do today. No one knew how the brain functioned. Teachers and parents thought that if a child couldn’t learn, they were stupid. Unfortunately, they weren’t sensitive enough to keep that thought from the child.  Thousands of adults walk around who still can’t read, write or do math. You’re not alone. But once you start learning, you’ll be able to change that thought that was placed in your head in first grade. Did you know that Thomas Edison’s teacher told his mom that Thomas was stupid? His mom pulled him out of school and taught him herself. The rest is history.  So Cathy, here are some things you can do. First, call your library and see what they offer. Most libraries have programs to help adults learn how to read. Go online and look for adult education programs to help you.  Contact one of your children’s teachers or another teacher whom you feel comfortable with. Many different ways for you to learn are available. If one teacher or method isn’t working, try another as you move away from stupid little Cathy and become smart grownup Cathy. Here’s to your success, -Dr. Linda Dr. Linda, along with her husband, Dr. Al, own Strong Learning Tutoring and Test Prep serving Westchester and Putnam Counties for over 40 years. Strong Learning tutors students K-12 in any subject, in person or remotely. Drs. Linda and Al are also the authors of “Why Bad Grades Happen to Good Kids,” available on Amazon and at stronglearning.com.   It’s not too late for adults to learn to read DR. LINDA SILBERT STRONG LEARNING Advertise With Us When you advertise with Mahopac News, you are reaching thousands of households and businesses throughout Mahopac, Mahopac Falls and portions of Carmel. To advertise or to place a classified, call Brett Freeman at 845-208-8151 or email [email protected].

PAGE 12 – MAHOPAC NEWS OPINION THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 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? My town’s handling of my recent request for information got me thinking about transparency. The information I requested would take about five minutes to provide, but I got the “we’ll be back to you in 30 days” response since the town attorney needed to “review my request.”  Requests for simple information shouldn’t be so hard, or take so long, but frequently local governments use the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) to stonewall. It doesn’t have to be that way. Transparency is frequently jawboned during election season, but when it comes time to deliver, not much happens.  A lot of time and resources are consumed with the FOIL process of filing “mother may I” information requests, which must be worded carefully and specifically, or the requests will be denied or delayed. The system could be dramatically improved by proactively publishing more information rather than waiting for the requests to roll in. After all, the information is, theoretically at least, not a secret. Some have suggested creating an ombudsman’s office to help shepherd first timers through the process of filing information requests at all levels of government. State law controls FOIL as well as Open Meetings Law. Decisions and advisory opinions are provided by the Committee on Open Government. But the law doesn’t limit what steps towns can take to avoid subjecting their constituents to the red tape and arcane set of rules that guide the bureaucracy.  Our town governments could look to Florida and Texas for inspiration. Both are among a few innovative leaders in transparency and open government. Maybe more sunshine leads to better sunshine laws. Everyone jokes about internet stories that start with “Florida man.” Most of these crazy stories are mined from Google, since every police agency in Florida is required to file their arrest records within 24 hours. County real estate records in Florida are available through clickable maps linked to all the property information.  In Texas, state law requires that government entities must publish their checkbooks online. That rule saves millions for those who previously had to FOIL for that information. You can’t get any more transparent than that.  Towns need not wait for the state to pass a law. Why not publish all non-confidential information to the web, including property information, checking transactions and public safety information. Those are not difficult steps and would go a long way towards improving transparency and providing better service to the public. How hard would it be to publish crime statistics and plot them on an interactive map? Many counties and cities are already doing that. My Ring doorbell lets me know when there has been an incident in the area. The town, county and state police have all the information and could provide a more complete look as well as show trends. Data visualization tools are plentiful and relatively inexpensive. Putting them to work would go a long way towards improved transparency. Financial information, although available on most town websites, is hard to sift through. In our town, you need to flip through hundreds of pages of budget information, presented in PDF format. Why not simplify the haystack to make those needles easier to find? Dozens of companies compete to make it easy for governments to provide visual, interactive financial information. One company, ClearGov, provides software that lets board members and the public see the same information. They can even drill down to the check register level to find the details they need. At the same time, they can compare their revenue, expenses, capital projects and budgets to other towns. Much can be learned from those comparisons.  Many towns have “transparency portals” making it easy for constituents to get their questions answered without subjecting them to the FOIL process. In addition to raising the level of transparency, these portals can reduce the time and expense for employees as well as those they serve. Improving transparency builds trust and shows respect for those served. The tools are there to let the sunshine in. Curses, FOILed again! A look at town transparency DON SCOTT IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

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PAGE 16 MAHOPAC NEWS – THURSo long, Kayleigh Pontillo Erin Hteam’Olivia Forrest The Mahopac field hockey team seniors with their parents on senior night. FIELD HOCKEY Seniors CamVallejo, CarolMoloney, DanieAlbaneIsabeCornacchio aMaria CuoCaroline Moloney

RSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 PAGE 17 The Mahopac field hockey team bid farewell to seniors Camila Vallejo, Caroline Moloney, Danielle Albanese, Isabella Cornacchio, and Maria Cuomo at their senior night game on Oct. 12, and did them proud by fighting back for a 3-3 tie against Ketcham. “Ketcham scored in the last 20 seconds of the first quarter,” said assistant coach Jess Ascencao. “We answered with a goal with 10:33 in the second. Erin Hearney scored on a corner from an assist from Anastasia Villani.” Two Ketchman scores made it 3-1 going into the fourth period before Mahopac fought back for a well-earned draw. “Caroline Malone scored with 12:30 in the fourth,” Ascencao said. “And then we scored to tie it 3-3 on a corner with no time left. Hearney again scored on the corner from Villani. The whole team worked extremely hard the entire game and continued pushing the ball to make the last goal happen. Excellent team effort.  Talia Salon had 20 saves.” M a h o p a c closed out their season on Monday against Carmel. “We played a lot of tough teams so we didn’t always get the results we wanted,” Ascencao said. “Even when that happened I’m happy to say that our players fought every minute on the field. Our seniors each stepped into a leadership position this year and guided our young team. Because of this we were able to see a lot of growth and we have high hopes for the future of our program.” seniors! Gabriella Bartholdi (v Arlington) Hearney, Danielle Albanese and Caroline Moloney celebrate the ’s first goal on senior night against Ketchum. Anastasia Villani Talia Salon makes a save. mila ine elle ese, ella and mo PHOTOS: TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL

Sports PAGE 18 – MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 The combined Mahopac-Putnam ValleyCarmel swim team reached 8-0 last week with a 96-56 win against Brewster, continuing a strong season as it heads into the Divisionals on Oct. 21. “The girls are swimming in the League 3 Divisionals,” coach Erica Burlenski on Monday. “We’re going into the meet with an 8-0 record with one meet to go [Tuesday night]. The girls are swimming their hearts out this season. We are hoping for some personal best times as well as few more sectional cut [eligibility] times for Molly and Megan McGourty, as well as a state cut time in the 100 backstroke for Molly.”   Last week, MPVC dominated on senior night against Croton/Hendrick Hudson, winning its seventh straight by taking first place in every race. “Senior night was a night to remember continuing our undefeated season bringing our record to 7-0 with a score of 99-66,” Burlenski said after the event. “The girls showed up tonight and knew every swim, and place mattered. They fought hard and it paid off in the end.  What an exciting meet to watch!” The meet started off well for MPVC with a first place finish in the 200 medley relay by Molly McGourty, Megan McGourty, Kira Furfaro and Kailey Sumersford. “Then we went into the 200 freestyle, where Molly McGourty took first with a time of 2:05.20, just shy of a sectional cut time,” Burlenski said. “Elisabeth Knuth came in third, followed by Analyse Pio in fourth.” The 200 individual medley produced an MPVC first and second. “[We] went out strong with Megan McGourty and Kailey Sumerford swimming hard for first and second,” Burlenski said. “Chloe Forger’s first time in the event was going into the freestyle leg of the race in sixth and came back to place fourth with an amazing 50 free.” The 50 freestyle and 100 butterfly were close, but both resulted in MPVC wins. “Stella Svrcek pulled out first followed by Mikalah Kunca in third and Olivia Brady in fourth,” Burlenski said. “In the 100 fly, Kira Furfaro was neck-and-neck for first in the first 50 and then pulled out the win in the second 50. Senior Kat Cartagena was not far behind in third, and Alyza Laufman finished fourth.” MVPC took the top three in the 100 freestyle. “Stella Svrcek, Maia Thompson, and Analyse Pio swam hard for first, second and third,” Burlenski said. “Analyse cut it close, but she said she saw the swimmer to her left and gave it all she had.” MVPC’s Shayla Knolker dominated to win the 500 freestyle. “She swam an amazing race, even lapping a few girls and keeping a steady pace,” Burlenski said.  “She was followed closely by Mikalah Kunca in second; Olivia Brady gave it her all and came in fourth.” Strong middle and final stints gave MPVC the win in the 200 freestyle relay with Megan McGourty, Kira Furfaro, Elisabeth Knuth and Stella Svrcek. MPVC also took third in the event. “This race was close for [McGourty] the lead swimmer, then Kira gave them the little lead they needed, Elisabeth took it even farther and Stella finished the race well for the team,” Burlenski said. “Katherine Cartagena, Chloe Forger, Alyza Laufman, and Analyse Pio swam hard for third place. The 100 backstroke was also an MPVC win. “Molly McGourty is still chasing that state time, but she placing first, followed by Kailey Sumersford in third and Maia Thompson in fourth.” Megan McGourty “went out hard” to win the 100 breaststroke. Elisabeth Knuth and Katherine Cartagena finished fourth and fifth respectively. Svrcek, Furfaro, Sumersford and McGourty combined to win the 400 relay, giving MPVC a sweep of wins.  “We placed first in every event this meet,” Burlenski said of the senior night triumph. “Seniors from our meet included one of our captains from Putnam Valley, Katherine Cartagena who’s been on the team for four years, Erica  Clavijo from Mahopac, who came to us her sophomore year, and Giuliana Scuoppo from Mahopac who also joined her sophomore year. And finally, [senior] newcomers to the team from Carmel include Anny Gordian and Sabrina Cuevas.  “It was a great win for the team, especially a great way to celebrate our seniors.” The senior night domination followed a tighter matchup against Wappingers, which MPVC won 98-72. “This was a close meet and we were tied at the halfway break,” Burlenski said. “Definitely a nailbiter of a meet, but the girls pulled it out in the end.” MPVC was scheduled to swim on Tuesday after we go to press. The team will compete in the Divisionals on Saturday, Oct. 21. MPVC swimmers keep rolling Dominant wins take team to 8-0 and counting Stella Svrcek swims in MPVC’s win at Wappingers Molly McGourty Stella Svrcek Olivia Brady dives in for the 100 butterfly. Maia Thompson SWIMMING PHOTOS COURTESY KATE BRADY Mikalah Kunca does the backstroke vs. Wappingers 66 Miller Road, Mahopac 845-628-2050 www.mavistireofmahopac.com With This Coupon • Expires 11/30/23 $10.00OFF Synthetic Oil change (MOST CARS) 25%OFF 25 % OFF STRUTS & SHOCKS With This Coupon • Expires 11/30/23 CARING FOR YOUR CAR & OUR COMMUNITY FOR OVER 35 YEARS! The Friendly Mavis Team

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PAGE 20 – MAHOPAC NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 BY SKIP PEARLMAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER What some thought could be a feel-good win over a struggling Fox Lane team turned into a Friday the 13th nightmare for the Mahopac HS football team last week in Bedford, as the Foxes stunned the Wolf Pac with a touchdown with six seconds remaining to steal a key, 10-7, league victory. Both teams scored on their first possessions of the second quarter. The Foxes got a 24- yard field goal from kicker Jack Fabry, and Mahopac answered on the ensuing kickoff, which was returned 85 yards down the right sideline for a TD by senior Danny Koch, good for a 7-3 lead with 9:49 left in the half. That was it for scoring – until the end of the fourth. The Wolf Pac forced a fumble with 2:45 left, recovered by Danny Bosio, and four plays later appeared ready to boot a field goal. But Kyle Pinto’s 23- yard attempt was blocked by the Foxes (3-3, 1-3), who then fed off the momentum, driving – aided by a Mahopac personal foul – straight to the Pac 17, where QB John Czernyk found senior wideout Max Travis on the right side near the goal line. Travis fell in for the score with six seconds showing. The loss was a blow for Mahopac (4-3, 1-3), in its hunt for a coveted playoff spot with just one regular-season game remaining. It was also the Pac’s worst offensive output of the season, with the offense coming up completely empty (the Pac’s TD came on special teams). Mahopac had 10 drives (seven ending in punts) in the game, with nine of them going nowhere. The team had a total of one first down in the first half, and five in the second. Along the way, the Pac (while watching an amazing number of Wolf Pac can’t find claws vs. Foxes in Friday the 13th stunner Fox Lane steals win with six seconds left The Wolf Pac walks off after a devastating loss last Friday night at Fox Lane. Pac QB DJ DeMatteo (15) scrambles for yards vs. Fox Lane. FOOTBALL SEE FOOTBALL PAGE 21 Fox Lane’s Max Travis pulls in the game-winning, 17-yard pass on the Wolf Pac one, before falling into the end zone with six seconds left to stun Mahopac, 10-7, last Friday night in Bedford. PHOTOS: SKIP PEARLMAN

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SENIOR NIGHT! - Mahopac honored seniors (L to R): Gianna Fava, Isabella Fava, Juliana Mangione, Adrianna Pranzo, Arianna Pennella, Sarah Robinson, Faith Poniros, Orlaith Gallagher and Monika Lazar last Saturday. PHOTO COURTESY OF CASEY CARROLL PAGE 22 – MAHOPAC NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023 BY SKIP PEARLMAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER Payback is always a blast. Especially when the payback, for Mahopac, comes against long-time Dutchess County rivals like RCK, John Jay and Arlington – all of whom treated the Pac rudely earlier this season. Mahopac (9-4-3) was able to turn the tables last week, handing John Jay EF a double-OT, 1-0, loss to celebrate Senior Night on Saturday. That win came two days after Mahopac blanked RCK on the road, 1-0. The Pac also managed to hold Arlington to a scoreless tie the prior Tuesday at Mahopac. The seeding meeting for the girls playoff tournament was scheduled for Tuesday evening, too late for inclusion in this edition. The playoffs were set to open with first-round action Oct. 21. Quarterfinals are Oct. 24, with semis Oct. 26, and finals Oct. 28 at Nyack HS. Last Saturday in the rain vs. John Jay, the Pac celebrated Senior Night with an overtime win, with sophomore Fiona Kelleher finishing a pass from Gianna Dolan in the second OT session to cap the festivities. Pac keeper Arianna Pennella had nine saves in net. “That was a well-fought game,” Pac coach Casey Carroll said. “I’m really happy the ladies were able to end the season with a “W” on Senior Night. The nine seniors on this team have fought hard over the last few years to get to the spot they’re at now, and know what it takes to make a good run in sectionals. I have gotten to know these ladies on and off the field, and it’s been a true pleasure watching them grow – not only as players, but as young women. This group really is one I will miss.” The prior Thursday in Wappingers, Kelleher came up big again, this time drilling home the game winner off a pass from senior Juliana Mangione. “I was happy we were able to hold possession during this game,” Carroll said. “We generated plenty of offensive opportunities, but were unable to finish. Juliana made a great run from the center to the outside to cross a ball, which found Fiona, who was able to finish for the winner.” Two days earlier against visiting Arlington, the Pac defense held. “That was a good game against an alwaystough Arlington team,” Carroll said. “I was really happy we were able to generate so many offensive opportunities against them, and that my defense was able to hold on to the shutout for the tie.”  Wolf Pac girls avenge early season losses as playoffs loom Kelleher nets winner in two games Pac senior Juliana Mangone (13) makes a run last week vs. John Jay. Pac senior keeper Arianna Pennella gets set to make a stop last Saturday vs. John Jay. Wolf Pac defender Niamh Kelleher (5) nearly gets a ball past the JJ keeper last Saturday at Mahopac. PHOTOS: SKIP PEARLMAN Mahopac soph Camdyn Wilson (3) fights for a ball on the sideline vs. John Jay EF. \Sophomore Fiona Kelleher (11) had gamewinning goals in two Mahopac wins last week. SOCCER

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Repairs and upgrades include new longlasting vinyl siding, fresh exterior paint, curb repair, and new flooring to prevent tripping and falls. In a prepared statement, the county executive said the project was completed by the Department of Public Works (DPW) at a cost of $50,000 and took two months to complete, with no disruption to services provided by the county’s Office for Senior Resources (OSR). “The Koehler Senior Center is a special place in our community. This administration made it a priority to restore it back to its full potential,” Byrne said. “The dedication and expertise of our DPW team is on full display here. Their hard work has given new life to this important county facility.” Earlier this year, Byrne identified the needed repairs to the Koehler Center in his inaugural State of the County address and asked the Legislature to dedicate a $2 million Facilities Improvement Fund to support what he called desperately needed capital projects at county facilities. DPW Commissioner Tommy Feighery said keeping the project in-house saved the county both time and money. “I couldn’t be prouder of our DPW team,” Feighery said. “It speaks to their expertise and commitment to their craft that we were able to complete this project quickly and efficiently. If we had hired an outside contractor to complete these renovations, we estimated the cost would have been closer to $250,000 and the project wouldn’t have started until next year.” OSR Director Mike Cunningham thanked Byrne for making the project a priority and praised the quality of the DPW’s work. “These renovations not only improve the physical space, but also enhance the overall experience for our clients, ensuring they have a welcoming and vibrant place to connect, learn, and enjoy their golden years,” Cunningham said. DPW makeover complete More recently, the Department of Public Works (DPW) completed major renovations to its 6N DPW garage in Mahopac. Byrne was joined by Feighery and the County Legislature’s Physical Services Committee chair Bill Gouldman to reveal the updates last week. “The renovations here were not only cosmetic but drastically improved the functionality and efficiency of this facility,” Byrne said. “Earlier this year, we made a commitment to make much-needed upgrades to our county facilities; buildings where our county employees must work every day. There’s something to be said about taking pride in the place in which you work.” Speaking in front of the freshly painted exterior, Byrne said DPW upgrades included a renovated break room, new energyefficient windows and doors, HVAC equipment, and lighting, bathroom renovations, masonry repairs, and repaving of the entire parking lot.  The project was completed earlier than expected and cost approximately $100,000. Had the renovations gone through the traditional contracting process, project estimates would have put the cost at about $800,000, and wouldn’t have started until next spring.   “We’re blessed with an incredibly talented DPW team, and I’m glad to see us taking full advantage of their talents,” said Gouldman. “They have breathed new life into this important county facility. While it may be located in Mahopac, it’s an important hub that serves residents all across the county.” Article courtesy of the Putnam County Executive’s Office  Senior Center and DPW garage get makeovers Kevin Byrne talks to residents while everyone is gathering. PHOTOS: JENNA WALDMAN Everyone gets in for a group photo.

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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.”   Speaking to her congregation on Friday, Rabbi Freidson said, “Tonight we are all mourners.” Neighbors supporting neighbors While Jewish leaders have been among the most vocal in condemning the attacks on Israel, other religious and civic leaders have also stood up to voice support for their Jewish neighbors. Carmel Town Board members and Carmel Police Department officials attended a memorial at the Temple Beth Shalom on Friday night to grieve and offer condolences for the victims.  “Personally, my heart breaks for the victims and the people of Israel and the Jewish people at large and I hope for a quick end to the war and hope they bring stability back to the Gaza strip,” Carmel Supervisor Mike Cazzari said in an interview.  Two days following the attack, the Putnam County Sheriff ’s Office notified religious institutions that they would continue to perform frequent and random checks at all houses of worship.  “The Operations, Standards, and Intelligence Division continues to monitor the situation and is in constant communication with our Law Enforcement partners,” Capt. Michael Grossi wrote in a release. “Additionally, we have conferred with our federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to ensure information and intelligence is shared.” Grossi said there was no specific alarming information for the region.  Westchester County Police also assured the public that there was no specific threat, but it increased its 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 are: The Lakeland Central School District, Hendrick Hudson School District, Somers Central School District, North Salem Central School District and KatonahLewisboro Union Free 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.” Tom Walogorsky, Emile Menasché, Bob Dumas, Carol Reif, Sophia Caselnova and Tom Bartley contributed to this report. ISRAEL FROM PAGE 6 Securities offered through Cantella & Co., Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Cantella and Co., Inc. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. 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Leos meet first and third Wednesdays each month at 7 p.m. (previously at 5 p.m.) at the Mahopac Falls School, Follow the Mahopac Lions on Facebook and Instagram and the Leos on Instagram for the latest updates. Email [email protected] for more info.  Repair Café The next Yorktown Repair Café will be on Saturday, October 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Grace Lutheran Church located at 3830 Gomer Street in Yorktown Heights. While signups are not required, they help minimize waiting and give volunteers some insight into what may be coming through the doors for repairs. Sign up at shorturl.at/mADJ7 for a slot. If you have any questions or would like to lend a hand, please contact [email protected]. Book Barn Special Offer Buy 10 or more books at the Book Barn and receive one free book (excluding collectibles) or one free Book Barn tote bag. Hours are Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Thursday, 4 to 6:45 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. MUSINGS FROM PAGE 26

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