North Salem’s only weekly newspaper mailed to every home and business. Vol. 9 No. 16 Thursday, June 22, 2023 BALANCED ROCK 4 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 23 CLASSIFIEDS 22 HEALTH & WELLNESS 16 LEGAL NOTICES 22 LEISURE 19 OBITUARIES 6 OPINION 8 SPORTS 18 Race Amity Festival pg 12 UNITY Visit TapIntoNorthSalem.net for the latest news. North Salem students took time to enhance their well-being and support their peers at the fi fth-annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair. Read more on page 3! Mental health heroes! PHOTO COURTESY OF NSCSD BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER North Salem residents will get the chance to weigh in on extending a real property tax exemption that could further help the town attract and retain re ghters and ambulance corps members. Under a state law passed last year, taxing jurisdictions that offer such exemptions to volunteer rst responders must transition to a newly authorized statewide exemption. It gives municipalities, school districts, and re districts the option of establishing a minimum service requirement of between two and ve years and of providing partial exemptions of up to 10 percent. Both the town and the school district currently o er the maximum percentage break. e town has been doing that since 2007, according to Angelo D’Agostino, president of the Croton Falls Board of Fire Commissioners. So what’s new? Instead of having to put in a minimum of ve years of service, rst responders will only have to have do two to be eligible under the amended town code, if its adopted. CFVFD Vice President Josh Leicht told the Town Board Tuesday, June 13, that “the important thing to take advantage of, from our point of view, is the lowering of the time requirement to two years from ve.” Kurt Guldan, president and captain of the North Salem Volunteer Ambulance Corps, could not be reached for comment by press time. Ofi icials consider extension for first responder tax exemption Public hearing set for July 11 SEE TAXES PAGE 7 914-277-4424 • 440 Rt 22 North Salem, NY • www.theblazerpub.com CELEBRA CELEBRA CELEBRA CELEBRATING 521 YEARS! It’s that time of year again! Voted Most Popular Burger in Westchester!
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Thursday, June 22, 2023 North Salem News – Page 3 How do you nd comfort and relaxation through your ve senses? Perhaps you enjoy sipping tea, lighting a fragrant candle, embracing a loved one, contemplating a breathtaking view during a walk, or dancing to your favorite tunes? At the fth-annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair, North Salem Middle/High School students discovered ways to enhance their well-being by engaging their senses at a station full of stimulating and calming activities. “Just like physical health, everyone has mental health. You’ve got to check in with how you’re feeling and what your mind and body need,” said Sam, a senior and co-president of the Warr;ors Club. She wants her classmates to know that there is always someone to talk to, ways to manage their emotions, and resources to support them. e Warr;ors Club organized the outdoor fair with 20 stations to promote mental health and advocacy discussions. Student clubs, along with professionals from di erent elds, advised students on practical techniques for managing stress, self-care, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. “ e environment a ects how you feel, so if you help the environment, you’re helping yourself,” said junior Rebecca representing the Environmental Club. She collected positive a rmations from students to read during morning announcements. Laurie Markieweicz, a registered dietitian at Northern Westchester Hospital, handed out cups of trail mix containing mixtures of grains, proteins, and dried fruits. “It’s good to give the kids options, try new things like dried edamame and chickpeas, and combine food groups for snacks,” said Markieweicz. Greg Eves shared information about the Suicide Prevention Center of New York’s crisis text line and the newly launched 988 crisis hotline, which allow individuals to seek help through texting, calling, or chatting on the website. “North Salem has some of the most polite and engaging students I’ve met in the past year,” he said. “ e kids have been so engaged and genuinely want to have conversations,” said Sam Merkt, a healthcare advocate with My Sister’s Place. Her group’s activity focused on encouraging self-esteem with positive a rmations. At the following table, representatives from the Child Advocacy Center of Putnam County asked students to draw positive messages of resilience for children visiting the center. Nearby, students gathered to pet chickens from Board of Education Trustee Brandy Keenan’s ock and Trooper, a police dog. “It’s about being there for one another in whatever capacity that means, no matter the seriousness of your struggle. We are creating a community surrounding love and support,” said Ellie Haney, who promoted her Here For You branded clothing and accessories. “Our booth is all about making connections. We found that when kids connect, it helps with all problems: anxiety, depression, social isolation,” said Mindy Lobb, representing Sandy Hook Promise. e organization aims to end violence in communities by building relationships. “ ey’re promoting nding something that you can do yourself to improve your school and getting involved in your community,” said junior Lola, who felt inspired by Sandy Hook Promise to spread positivity around the school. “I can be an agent of change.” Article courtesy of North Salem Central School District. North Salem Mental Health & Wellness Fair Warr;ors Club empowers fellow students Students explored fi nding wellness through their fi ve senses. Students signed their names on the white door as a pledge to keep doors open for others who need hope and kindness. NSCSD Board of Education Trustee Brandy Keenan brought therapy chickens! lighting a fragrant candle, embracing a loved one, contemplating a breathtaking view during a walk, or dancing to your favorite tunes? At the fth-annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair, North Salem Middle/High School students discovered ways to enhance their well-being by engaging their senses at a station full of stimulating and calming activities. “Just like physical health, everyone has mental health. You’ve got to check in with how you’re feeling and what your mind and body need,” said Sam, a senior and co-president of the Warr;ors Club. She wants her classmates to know that there is always someone to talk to, ways to manage their emotions, and resources to support them. e Warr;ors Club organized the outdoor fair with 20 stations to promote mental health and dents on practical techniques for managing stress, self-care, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. “ e environment a ects how you feel, so if you help the environment, you’re helping yourself,” said junior Rebecca representing the Environmental Club. She collected positive a rmations from students to read during morning announcements. Laurie Markieweicz, a registered dietitian at Northern Westchester Hospital, handed out cups of trail mix containing mixtures of grains, proteins, and dried fruits. “It’s good to give the kids options, try new things like dried edamame and chickpeas, and combine food groups for snacks,” said Markieweicz. Greg Eves shared information about the Suicide Prevention Center of New York’s crisis text line and the newly texting, students I’ve met in the past year,” he said. “ e kids have been so engaged and genuinely want to have conversations,” said Sam Merkt, a healthcare advocate with My Sister’s Place. Her group’s activity focused on encouraging self-esteem with positive a rmations. At the following table, representatives from the Child Advocacy Center of Putnam County asked students to draw positive messages of resilience for children visiting the center. Nearby, students gathered to pet chickens from Board of Education Trustee Brandy Keenan’s ock and Trooper, a means, no matter the seriousness of your struggle. We are creating a community surrounding love and support,” said Ellie Haney, who promoted her Here For You branded clothing and accessories. “Our booth is all about making connections. We found that when kids connect, it helps with all problems: anxiety, depression, social isolation,” said Mindy Lobb, representing Sandy Hook Promise. e organization aims to end violence in communities by building relationships. “ ey’re promoting nding something that you can do yourself to improve your school and getting involved in your community,” said junior Lola, who felt inspired by Sandy Hook Promise to spread positivity around the school. “I can be an agent of change.” Article courtesy of North Salem Central School District. Warr;ors co-president Sam added her suggestion for managing stress to her classmates’ notes.
Page 4 – North Salem News Thursday, June 22, 2023 North Salem News USPS #22110 PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY HALSTON MEDIA, LLC AT 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 HALSTON MEDIA, LLC The Staff EDITORIAL TEAM Tom Walogorsky Editor: 914-302-5830 [email protected] Emile Menasche Sports Editor [email protected] ADVERTISING TEAM Paul Forhan (914) 806-3951 [email protected] Bruce Heller (914) 486-7608 [email protected] Lisa Kain (201) 317-1139 [email protected] Corinne Stanton (914) 760-7009 [email protected] Jay Gussak (914) 299-4541 [email protected] Pam Zacotinsky (845) 661-0748 [email protected] PRODUCTION TEAM Tabitha Pearson Marshall Creative Director/Photographer [email protected] Noah Elder Designer Bri Agosta Designer Haven Elder Designer EXECUTIVE TEAM Brett Freeman CEO & Publisher 845-208-8151 [email protected] Deadlines North Salem News Deadline The deadline for advertisements and editorial submissions for North Salem News is the Thursday before the next publication date. For more information, call Tom Walogorsky at 914-302-5830 or email [email protected] Online Follow Us PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID AT SOMERS, NY AND AT ADDITIONAL MAILING OFFICES. POSTMASTER: SEND ADDRESS CHANGES TO NORTH SALEM NEWS AT 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 North Salem Recreation Dept Programming Online Registration: www. northsalemny.org/recreation Questions? Contact North Salem Rec (914)669-5665 AUGUST ONE WEEK CAMPS One week camps run Monday through ursday at the North Salem Community Center (NSCC), Joe Bohrdrum Park (JB Park), and Pequenakonck Elementary Gym (PQ Gym). Prices are per 4-day week. Programs vary weekly from 8/7 to 8/31 but include: Craft Camps at NSCC, weekly, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., $260 Saints Basketball Camp with Coach Albano at PQ Gym, 8/7- 8/10, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., $330 Multi-Sports Camp with US Sports Institute at JB Park, 8/7- 8/10, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., $189 J&J Basketball Camp with Coach Decker & Coach Langelotti at PQ Gym, 8/14-8/17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $275 Soccer Camp with US Sports Institute at JB Park, 8/14-8/17, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., $189 Flag Football Camp with US Sports Institute at JB Park, 8/21- 8/24, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., $189 Sports Spectacular with Overtime Athletics at JB Park, 8/28- 8/31, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., $189 PRESCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAMS WITH US SPORTS INSTITUTE Multi-Sport and Soccer programs for 2-6 year olds with US Sports Institute. Sunday mornings or Monday afternoons starting 7/9 at JB Park. $155 for 6 weeks. SEE ROCK PAGE 5 Open July 4TH 9-1 Brewster, NY and Bethel, CT Showrooms On your project everyday until completion... GUARANTEED! On your project everyday until completion... GUARANTEED! 845-278-0070 Southeastkitchenandbath.com Celebrating 50 years Graduations SALVE REGINA UNIVERSITY Hailey Dubbioso RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE Yinghan Liu SUNY ONEONTA Hailey Rankel UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA Luke Devey Dean’s List RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE Steven Herlihy SIENA COLLEGE Christina Spagnuolo Adrianna Spagnuolo Aidan Summer SUNY NEW PALTZ John D’Innocenzo Aeneas Eaton Ava Rossi Aidan Volpe President’s List SIENA COLLEGE Brianna Spagnuolo SUNY POTSDAM Hope Sandor Celebrating our scholars! A number of North Salem students have achieved academic success in colleges across the country! BALANCED ROCK
Thursday, June 22, 2023 North Salem News – Page 5 NORTH SALEM DAY CAMP AT MT. LAKES A 6 week outdoor experience for Pre-K - 7th graders at Mt. Lakes Park, June 27 – August 4. Sta applications and camper registrations are now open! www.northsalemdaycamp.org MEN’S BASKETBALL Happening now and running thru June. Under 40 ursdays 8 - 9:30 p.m., Over 40 Mondays 7:30 - 9 p.m., PQ Gym, $20 Fee. Ages for each group are just a suggestion, feel free to join whichever group works for your schedule. DROP-IN SOCCER Happening now and running thru June. Competitive Soccer – Mondays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Volunteers Park. Fun & Fitness Soccer - Mondays 7 - 8:30 p.m. at JB Park, $20 Fee. UPCOMING PROGRAMS Music Together for babies, toddlers, children and their families. Kids Yoga Classes. Core and Sculpt Classes and Fitness Hour for Adults and Seniors. Entrepreneurship Classes for Kids and more. Please let the department know if there are any classes you would like to see o ered! Free Summer Music Series Wednesdays, thru July 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. e Cultural Arts Coalition in Brewster presents the ird Annual Brewster Summer Music Series. e series is FREE to all and will be held outdoors at the gazebo in Southeast Veterans Park, Morningthorpe & Railroad Avenues. Bring the family, lawn chairs and a picnic to enjoy local bands and acoustic opening acts Wednesday evenings. ere are no rain dates. Visit Brewster MusicFestival.com for complete details and performance schedule. The Fabric of Our Community Monday thru Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Through June 30 Hosted by Coldwell Banker Realty, featuring an exhibit by local artists. Free admission. Located at e Bailey House, 338 Route 202 in Somers. North Salem Democratic Committee VOLUNTEERS WANTED ere are a few open seats on the town committee and the Democrats would love to have some new volunteers come forward. It’s a great way to meet new people and be involved in who and what shapes our community. If, on the other hand, you may be interested in serving on a town committee or board, we suggest you keep an eye on the town’s website, northsalemny. org, and send an inquiry to the town clerk, mhlushko@north salemny.org. Vacancies are listed on the town website. Contact us at PO Box 525, North Salem, NY 10560 or northsalem [email protected] North Salem Republican Town Committee VOLUNTEERS WANTED e North Salem Republican Town Committee is looking for volunteers. If you cannot volunteer your time, please consider a donation to our committee. If you believe in the conservative cause and want to support our e orts, consider mailing a donation via check or money order to: North Salem Republican Town Committee (NSRTC), PO Box 289 North Salem, NY 10560. Follow us daily on Facebook to keep up with Republican issues at @North Salem Republicans. If you want to get involved in our committee or want to participate in other town volunteer e orts, email us at northsalem [email protected], and also visit our website for more information at www.north salemrepublican.com NORTH SALEM REPUBLICAN SOCIAL CLUB e North Salem Republican Club will be hosting get togethers for co ee, pastries and informal conversation in North Salem on Saturday mornings twice monthly. Please only bring your willingness to relax and speak freely with like minded individuals. RSVP’s only! Please RSVP via email with full name to northsalemrepublicanclub@ gmail.com, and you will then be provided with the Saturday morning time and location. Looking forward to seeing you soon. BALANCED ROCK SEE ROCK PAGE 6 17 Miller Rd. Mahopac 845-621-1222 RooneyOrtho.com Rooney Orthodontics Children & Adults 914.455.2158 SpirelliElectric.com • [email protected] Specializing in residential & commercial services. Licenses in Westchester, Putnam CREATING CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE Family Owned—Over 40 Years Experience! 914.455.2158 10% OFF Service Calls When You Present this Ad First Time Customers Only Light up your summer • Outdoor Lighting • Smart Home Setup • Electric Car Chargers • GENERATORS AND ALL OF YOUR ELECTRIC NEEDS! ROCK FROM PAGE 4
Page 6 – North Salem News Thursday, June 22, 2023 Westchester Female Flag Football Registration is open for Summer Female Flag Football under the lights! Westchester Female Flag Football, powered by Gridiron Partners, o ers a summer league for adults ( ursday evenings) and youth (Tuesday evenings) from late June through early August at the Somers High School main football turf eld. Please visit their website to learn more and register https:// clubs.bluesombrero.com/gridiron. Visit them on Instagram and Facebook @ gridironpartnersinc North Salem Town Board REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, June 27, at 7:30 p.m. e North Salem Town Board will hold their regular meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Meeting Hall loacted at 66 June Road, North Salem, and via Zoom as allowed by New York State. All meetings are subject to rescheduling upon adequate notice, as circumstances require. Ruth Keeler Memorial Library e library is open for browsing, computer use, and reading! Please visit www.ruthkeeler memoriallibrary.org for more information. Most programs are in person or on ZOOM. Send an email if you want to participate to keeler library@wlsmail. org. When you email, a link will be sent to click on, including a password to enter. HISTORY OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN MUSIC Saturday, June 24, from 3 to 4 p.m. A Musical presentation of the roots of African American music and how it has evolved. is program is free, open to all, and requires no registration. It will be outside, weather permitting. Please bring your chairs, lawn blankets, and picnics! NO SEW T-SHIRT TO TOTE BAG CRAFT Tuesday, June 27, from 4 to 5 p.m. Ages 9 to 14. Join in for this super fun craft! It’s a great way to recycle old T-shirts instead of throwing them away, especially if they have sentimental value. And if you have kids, this is a great way to keep their favorite shirts functional even after they outgrow them! Bring your own T-Shirts. is program is free, open to all, and requires no registration. AUTHOR TALK: JAMES ZIMMERMAN Tuesday, June 27, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. “ e Peking Express: e Bandits Who Stole a Train, Stunned the West, and Broke the Republic of China” is the thrilling true story of train-robbing revolutionaries and passengers who got more than they paid for in this Murder on the Orient Express–style adventure, set in China’s republican era. BAGELS & BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP Thursday, July 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. “Northanger Abbey” by Jane Austen. is book discussion group meets on the rst ursday of the month at 10:30 in the library. It is free, open to all, newcomers are welcome and there will be copies of the books at the library. Books are chosen by the group and the discussions are fun. North Salem Open Land Foundation www.nsolf.org BEEKEEPING DEMONSTRATION AND WILDFLOWER HIKE Saturday, June 24, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Local beekeeper, Andy Hatt, will introduce everyone to the world of beekeeping and give guests a sneak peek at some hives. Next, everyone will then head out into the meadows in search of wild- ¦ owers at Weil Preserve. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot! Organizers will provide a beekeeper hat to use during the bee portion of the event. Please wear sturdy shoes. Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden 28 Deveau Road www.hammondmuseum.org HOW DID SHE MAKE THAT? Saturday, June 24, from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Join artists Laura Cannamela, Helen Kunzman, and George Corbin to learn about the artistic techniques and processes they used to make the art currently on display. Free with museum admission. GARDEN IN THE GARDEN! Friday, June 30, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers will assist with a range of tasks including tidying stone and moss areas, raking paths, removing invasive plants, and pruning shrubs and small Mary E. Navin Mary E. Navin of Southbury, CT, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, in Southbury at the age of 88. Mary was born September 26, 1934, in Manhattan, NY, daughter of the late Eugene and Dolores (O’Neill) Armstrong. She graduated from Dominican Academy High School in 1956, then she received her Associated degree from Amherst College. On September 21, 1963, she married James G. Navin in Jackson Heights. ey moved to North Salem in 1969. James predeceased Mary in 2006. Mary then moved to Southbury in 2008. Mary had worked as a secretary for Grolier in Danbury, CT, retiring in 1992. She had also worked in her earlier years at American Air Lines and NBC. Mary was very involved in St. Lawrence O’Toole Church and the choir, she was very active in the Vails Grove Community Center, organized teenage dances at the Vails Pavilion and stayed in touch with her college friends and loved to travel and have fun. Mary is survived by her three children; James Navin of Southbury, CT, Susan Helbing and her husband Gary of Danbury, CT, Julia Navin of Southbury, CT; sister Joan Giese of Smith Town, NY and grandson Dylan Helbing. She was predeceased by her sister Mary Angerano. A mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Friday June 9, at St. Lawrence O’Toole Church followed by the burial in St. Lawrence O’Toole Cemetery in Brewster, NY. Calling hours were held at the Beecher Funeral Home in Brewster. Contributions in lieu of ¦ owers may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of New York. OBITUARIES BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER One person ended up with a nonlife-threatening gunshot wound after a family spat escalated into violence, police said. e incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13 at a private home on Summit Circle in Somers, according to police Chief Brian Linkletter. Responding to the scene were state troopers and North Salem and Somers police o¯ cers. Police said two unidenti ed brothers, both in their 60s, were arguing when one allegedly grabbed a small-caliber ri¦ e and shot the other in the arm. Both men were taken to the hospital, Linkletter said. e weapon was recovered. As of June 15, it could not be learned if any charges had been brought. Police emphasized that this was an isolated incident and there was no danger to the public. North Salem PD responds to shooting in Somers ROCK FROM PAGE 5 SEE ROCK PAGE 20 FUNERAL PREARRANGEMENT Both pre-payment and no-payment options Serving all Faiths since 1858 Cremations and Burials DANIEL B. 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Thursday, June 22, 2023 North Salem News – Page 7 Supervisor Warren Lucas noted at last week’s Town Board meeting that “the hope throughout the state is that there will be more people volunteering because of the 10 percent reduction in (their) real estate taxes.” e school and the re districts have already approved the minimum time change. e town’s tax assessor and collector appeared to be happy that the entities were in agreement “because it just makes things easier,” Lucas said. North Salem has to adopt a local law, ordinance, or resolution that synchronizes with the new statewide rules no later than Dec. 9, 2025. In order to be eligible, volunteers must live in the community served by their organization, state law says. ( ings get a little complicated here because the re district’s coverage “map” follows the school district’s boundaries, which spill over into parts of Putnam County.) e exemption only applies to primary residences. Under the new state law, if part of a volunteer’s property is used for other purposes – such as a home of- ce -- the exemption could be “prorated accordingly.” e proposed town amendment contains a similar caveat. e speci c terms are set forth in the state’s § 466-a of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) as enacted by Chapter 670 of the Laws of 2022. It can be found on the website www. tax.ny.gov. A public hearing on the proposed change will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 11 at the Town Meeting Room, 66 June Road. Under the new state law, taxing jurisdictions may also provide a “lifetime exemption” to volunteer rst responders with at least 20 years of service. Un-remarried surviving spouses of volunteers killed in the line of duty will be allowed to continue the exemption or reinstate a pre-existing exemption. e deceased member had to have been enrolled in his or her organization for at least ve years and had to have been receiving the exemption prior to his or her death. If the volunteer is deceased, but did not die in the line of duty, his or her surviving un-remarried spouse is also entitled to continue the exemption or to reinstate it. In that case, however, the deceased member had to have been enrolled for at least 20 years and he or she and their spouse had to have already been receiving the exemption, according to the new state law and the town’s proposed amendment. e Croton Falls Fire Department has approximately 70 members, of which 26 quali ed for the 10 percent break last year, Leicht said, pointed out that “all of them (had) substantially exceeded their minimum (time required).” “Well earned,” he added. e tax break is a tool to boost membership and award volunteers. “We’re looking for ways to help attract people to the department and keep them. It takes a lot of time between the training, the drills, and going on the calls,” said Angelo D’Agostino. Membership is “a little bit on the low side,” he said. “It does go up and down. People move or get too old. You never have enough people in a volunteer department like this.” Part of the CFVFD’s recruitment strategy is to have volunteers recruit other volunteers at town events, school games, or popular venues such as local orchards. First Assistant Chief Paul D’Agostino agreed last week that the tax break is appreciated and needed. “It’s just a nice giveback for a 100 percent volunteer job. Members give up a bunch of time. Every little bit helps,” he said, adding: “We’re always looking for volunteers.” Applications for the tax exemption can be obtained from the town assessor’s o£ ce. For more information about the fi re department, visit www.crotonfallsfi re.com. TAXES FROM PAGE 1 FAQ Q: How many people does the CFVFD serve and what’s its area of coverage? A: Approximately 4,900 people living in a 25-squaremile area in the northeastern corner of Westchester County. The district covers North Salem and parts of the towns of Carmel and Southeast in Putnam County. Q: How many fi re stations are there? A: Two and they protect a “primarily residential area.” Q: What kinds of calls does the CFVFD respond to? A: All fi re, rescue, and medical emergencies. Q: What are the requirements to join the department? A: Aside from an interest in fi refi ghting and a willingness to help people, a candidate must live or work in the Croton Falls Fire District; be at least 16 years of age; and pass a medical exam and background check. They must “exhibit” the following traits: good work ethic, strong devotion, motivation to learn and serve, and excellent teamwork abilities. Q: What about training? A: The department and agencies it works with provide all the necessary training free of charge throughout the fi refi ghter’s service. Formal training courses are augmented by in-house training. Drills are held on Monday nights, starting at 7 p.m. Formal courses covering initial and ongoing training are taught by county and state instructors. 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For example, if your daughter is going to be learning about the American Revolution, talk about the di erence between the Patriots and the Loyalists. Talk about the Patriot’s football team and how it got its name. When she hears these terms in class, she’ll be more engaged and feel good that she knows something about the topic. If you have time, visit Sturbridge in Massachusetts or, even better, Williamsburg in Virginia. In fact, any vacation in the U.S. is a lesson in American history. 4. Read a book together. Find out if her school has a summer reading list. If not, ask the librarian to recommend a book your daughter would enjoy. Each day read it together. If you and she don’t work well together, ask the librarian about summer reading programs she might enjoy. Many teachers could help her gain a love of reading and help her with reading di culties she may have. ey would love to work with her over the summer. Look around. 5. Be sure your daughter has plenty of o time to enjoy what she loves to do and can relax. If the depression or sadness doesn’t improve over the summer, talk to your pediatrician about it. e doctor will be able to help you nd someone who can help your daughter not only do better in school, but feel better too. -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 originators of SuperDeck Learning Games available at www.stronglearning.com. DR. LINDA FROM PAGE 9 They don’t call me a genius for nothing. I would have to pay handsomely for them to call me that, and I’m talking Brad Pitt or Richard Gere numbers. I wonder if they take a personal check. Anyway, my genius idea is this: e experts say that climate change is real, and I hope they’re right, because I’m going to take a million dollars and invest it in real estate at whatever corner of the Earth has the worst climate. And when the climate changes, guess who’s going to be rich? If I can gure out where to take the million dollars from. We were recently vacationing in Ocean City, Md., when the climate changed, and going to the beach was out of the question. So we had to nd some other stu to do, and the rst thing we did was hit the miniature golf course. I don’t play real golf, and if you asked me what my handicap is, it’s that I suck at golf. Plus, if I’m that close to the shore, and I’m trapped in sand, let it be at the beach where a whole bunch of women in bikinis are trapped there too. And another thing: If I’m going to spend four hours playing a sport, I’d like to justify it by saying I got some exercise. at’s why I play tennis instead. I can’t play right now because I broke my foot playing tennis, but on the plus side, for the 11 months I’ve been sidelined, I haven’t been injured playing tennis. I have a new system of scoring miniature golf, where I only write down a number if one of us uses more or less strokes than the other to get the ball in the cup. So I record the di erence for each hole or no number at all if we tie, and add it up at the end. I sometimes lose track of whether I wrote the gure as a plus score or a minus score, but I always win, more or less. If the weather isn’t warm and sunny, you can take a stroll on the boardwalk and nd a place to hang as you savor a cocktail and people-watch for a little while. Sometimes people seem to be watching me when I’m trying to watch THEM, so we agree to trade o . ere are public restrooms in Ocean City, but remember, changing of clothes is prohibited, so dress in something that you really like. Since there are no more telephone booths, is changing of clothes prohibited even for Superman? I guess they don’t want Superman to change into e Flash. You can always go to a museum, such as the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, which was once an outpost of the U.S. Coast Guard and dates back to 1891. It’s the safest place to be no matter how hard it’s raining outside; no one has ever drowned there. An “escape room,” might be just the thing if the weather is not cooperating. We passed one and I thought I heard someone yelling from inside, but maybe it was just that my imagination had been captured. e weather wasn’t so bad that it prevented us from looking around, considering the area for a possible second home. I’m kind of picky about names, though. I don’t think I would thrive in a place called “Willow Chase.” For God’s sake, just let them be. “Meadow Wood” is another actual place we passed. If you can’t decide whether you’re a meadow or a wood, there isn’t much I can do for you, you can’t be both. Perhaps the Sunshine on a cloudy day RICK MELÉN MAN OVERBOARD SEE MELEN PAGE 11
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At least I assume they were, you certainly couldn’t sell baked goods that were bad without some sort of disclaimer. And wouldn’t you know it, right in the middle of Berlin was a wall. I wanted to stage an informal protest. TEAR DOWN THAT WALL! It was holding up an ice cream shop and I was holding up traf- c, so I couldn’t really get the crowd on my side. Instead we got ourselves a chocolate cone and solved some of the world’s injustices the easy way. Say hello at [email protected]. MELEN FROM PAGE 10 Each year at this time, we present awards to graduating students at Yorktown High School in memory of our son Harrison. We like to think Harrison, 20 years after his death, continues to inspire others, and we make every eort to honor young people who embody his indomitable spirit. Harrison was born with a rare dwarfism that stopped his growth at three feet, which was his height even as a 15-year-old, when he passed after his third heart surgery. At three feet or less, he excelled in school, was a published writer, played baseball and basketball, and loved to act on stage, where he felt 10 feet tall. BEYOND ATHLETICISM e sports awards presented each year in Harrison’s name, at the annual Yorktown High School Huskers Senior Sports Awards, value strength of character before performance. Statistics are great, a logical way to keep track of achievements, but they don’t measure the will to succeed. Our Harrison Apar honors look beyond athleticism to recognize extraordinary eorts that defy the odds, and in so doing, inspire others. As recipient of this year’s Yorktown Athletic Club Harrison Apar Baseball Award, Jack Esposito is testament to the ageless adage, “If at rst you don’t succeed, try, try again.” As a high school junior, Jack didn’t make the Yorktown High varsity baseball squad, so he played junior varsity. He tried out again for varsity as a senior, made the squad, and turned in what Assistant Coach Mike Rubenfeld called “an awesome season.” Jack made all-section honorable mention and all-league. He was starting pitcher for the Huskers’ last playo game. He’ll play Division 2 baseball this fall at Mercy College. TRUE GRIT As winner of the Harrison Apar YAC PBA Senior Sports Award (co-presented by the Harrison Apar Foundation, Yorktown Athletic Club and Yorktown Police Benevolent Association), Julianna Vano’s story is remarkable by any measure. After battling cancer from the age of 9, Julianna developed into an elite athlete as captain and highest scorer on the girls varsity soccer team, earning a Division 1 scholarship to the University of New Hampshire. “Jules has been a true leader in our community,” said Yorktown Athletic Director Rob Barrett. No wonder she was the unanimous selection for this award by the athletic department’s coaches. e Harrison Apar Field of Dreams Foundation also presents an academic award to a Yorktown High senior. is year’s winner is Lucia Carucci, who is entering the Honors Program at Ithaca College this fall, where she will study lmmaking and acting. Said one teacher of Lucia, “Her writing contains some of the nest work I have read in my 29-year career.” She also acts, sings and plays ve instruments. To qualify for our annual academic award, applicants are asked to write an essay on a timely topic we choose. Here is the essay prompt we provided this year, followed by Lucia’s response to the topic … A rewarding experience Honoring youth who inspire us BRUCE APAR BRUCE THE BLOG SEE APARPAGE 14
BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER Dozens of members and supporters of Race Amity of Northern Westchester and Putnam gathered at Reis Park in nearby Somers on June 11 to celebrate inclusiveness, equality, and justice. Folks enjoyed a potluck picnic, presentations, music, poetry, and opportunities to renew old friendships and make new ones. A performance was put on by young actors from New Era Creative Space, an arts organization based in Peekskill. e student-written play was inspired by Juneteenth, which became a federal holiday in 2019. It commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. after the Civil War. e Emancipation Proclamation was declared in 1862, but enslaved persons in Texas weren’t informed until three years later. RANWP meets at the Somers Library on Primrose Street on the second Tuesday of every month. One of the group’s recent o erings was a talk by Mark Levy, a civil rights movement veteran, former teacher, and union organizer. Levy had volunteered for the Mississippi Freedom Summer project of 1964 as a teacher at the Meridian Freedom School in Lauderdale County. A proclamation, signed by Supervisor Robert Scorrano and presented by town Councilman Bill Faulkner, declared June 11 Race Amity Day in Somers. Noting that the nation “is comprised of multicultural, multiethnic, and multiracial citizens,” the town aims to “overcome racial prejudice and encourage respect, kindness, and amity as the commonly shared ideals across the United States,” it read. Similar declarations of support were o ered by the county and by state Sen. Pete Harckham. Attendee Walter Heitner of Somers said he grew up in Brooklyn in the 1950s, which was then racially, socially, and economically divided. Despite it being the era of the socalled “Red Scare” where certain folks saw lefties and communists behind every bush, Heitner’s father and close family friends remained very open-minded. at “rescued” him, he recalled. Heitner grew up to become a printer. Race A Fest Marisa Ragonese Charmaine Aleong and Maura Gregory returns to W © 2023 Consumer Cellular Inc. For promo details please call 844-919-1682 CALL CONSUMER CELLULAR 844-919-1682 O First Month of New Service! USE PROMO CODE: GZ59O ADMISSION: $5.00 • Children 12 and under FREE! www.GoshenHistoricTrack.com • (845) 294-5333 Email: [email protected] Open to General Public RACES July 1 - 3 ALL POST TIMES: 1:00 PM Gates open at 11am Page 12 North Salem News – T
He worked closely with American folk singer and social activist Pete Seeger on a book about banjo playing. Shane Aiello, the library’s head of technical services, was manning a table o ering children’s crafts, library books re ecting RANWP’s mission, and, most importantly, the chance to get a library card. Asked to comment on the event’s theme -- “Equity rough Race Amity - Developing Just Relationships” – Aiello said: “ is world is getting more di cult to live in. We need to work together more.” RANWP co-founder and music teacher Susan Cody, opened with a song derived from a Bahá¢í prayer. e refrain, as some folks have interpreted it: “ e best beloved of all things in my sight is justice.” e religion, which was founded in the 19th century, teaches the essential worth of all faiths and the unity of all people. Quotes from Dr. Martin Luther King and others that elaborated on that theme were peppered throughout the program and presentations were made by everyone from Amy Erard of the Hudson Valley Islamic Community Center to Priscilla Augustine, president of the Peekskill NAACP, to the Rev. Paul Tesshin Silverman, an ordained Zen Buddhist priest and the ¨ rst Westerner to head a Zen Temple in Japan. Singer Aimie Schneider, Cody’s granddaughter, closed the entertainment part of the festivities with a heartfelt rendition of Ben E. King’s “Stand by Me.” Baba Kazi Oliver of Peekskill, dubbed the ambassador of West African drumming in the Hudson Valley, led a music workshop that delighted the intergenerational audience with his energy, enthusiasm, obvious dedication to education, and deep personal faith. As RANWP aims to advance inclusiveness, equality, and justice through communication and celebration, Oliver’s participation in the event was ¨ tting. One of the seven principles of Kwanzaa -- Umoja, or unity -- stresses the importance of togetherness. It is re ected in the African saying, “I am We,” or “I am because We are.” To contact RANWP, email raceamitynwp@ gmail.com Amity tival PHOTOS: CAROL REIF Nola Blair, David and Judyth Stavans, Charmaine Aleong, and Susan Cody of Race Amity of Northern Westchester and Putnam with Tito Davila (representing Sen. Pete Harckham) and African drummer Baba Kazi Oliver Leslie Field-Cruz, Aisha Oyervide, Emma Fernandez, Abigail Asalsa, and Maya Cruz Westchester PHOTOS: CAROL REIF REQUEST A FREE QUOTE CALL NOW BEFORE THE NEXT POWER OUTAGE (877) 516-1160 Prepare for power outages today WITH A HOME STANDBY GENERATOR $0 MONEY DOWN + LOW MONTHLY PAYMENT OPTIONS Contact a Generac dealer for full terms and conditions *To qualify, consumers must request a quote, purchase, install and activate the generator with a participating dealer. Call for a full list of terms and conditions. FREE 7-Year Extended Warranty* – A $695 Value! Thursday, June 22, 2023 Page 13
Page 14 – North Salem News OPINION Thursday, June 22, 2023 Add Value to Your Home We specialize in targeted home improvements — both big and small — to maximize your home’s value,comfort and beauty. • Bathroom Remodeling • Kitchen Remodeling • Durable Vinyl Siding • Room Additions • Add-a-Levels • • Replacement Windows • General Carpentry • Basement Finishing • Painting • Interior Trim • Handy Man • Sero’s Contracting When we’re done, there is nothing left to do. Licensed & Insured • Local References • Brewster, NY • 845-216-1955 • 845-279-6977 • [email protected] Who should have a say in which books are available to students in a school library, and under which circumstances, if any, should a book be removed or otherwise be deemed inappropriate for inclusion in the library? EVERY BOOK IS THE BOOK OF LIFE -By Lucia Carucci “When I was 14, I read e Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank. It took me ages as I kept pausing in between passages hoping to delay the ending I knew was coming. It was a raw, relatable, and tragic story that has touched many, including myself, for decades. It’s also been one of the most challenged books, banned from countless libraries for being “too depressing” or “sexually o ensive.” “What Anne describes in her diary is simply the truth. She asks the same questions and discusses the same “explicit” topics that most people her age naturally engage with as well. e vili cation of her curiosity and of the heart-breaking path her story takes is a harmful approach. We must allow our young people to grapple with di cult emotions so that they can learn and grow from such experiences. Parents and community members often intervene from a place of protection and concern for safety. However, it is best to leave libraries, themselves, with the power to grow their collections, intent on providing a community with as much literature as possible. “Literature breeds emotional depth. It is through reading that we are often introduced to new ideas that broaden the scope of what we previously knew. It inspires creativity, imaginative thinking, intellectual development, and perhaps, most importantly, greater understanding. “Books, like e Diary of a Young Girl, can open the door to a new appreciation for other circumstances in life, of which one might not have been aware. As much as it may scare those who long to “protect” their children from this signi cant, impactful novelty, we must let our youth experience, discover, and develop empathy without limiting what kinds of stories they have access to. “Even books that might be considered to have harmful ideology under today’s more progressive lens are important to include so that we may learn from their content and realize our errors historically. “Student input is also important to consider when determining what books are included in school libraries, as the purpose of libraries is to provide literature and media that is pertinent to a community’s needs or desires. It is crucial that we honor this premise and gain knowledge on what content the actual audience for these stories is seeking. “Media is what keeps us connected and is a major vessel for ushering in the understanding of others’ perspectives. As people, it is critical that we are exposed to as many points of view as possible; it is especially essential that this begins at a young age. Broad access to literature allows us to be open-minded and consider ideas that we had not previously thought to explore—establishing the foundation for a more empathetic and compassionate society.” Bruce Apar is a writer, community volunteer and actor. He can be seen on stage Saturday, July 22 (at 8 p.m.) and Sunday, July 23 (at 4 p.m.), as Morrie in “Tuesdays with Morrie,” at Whippoorwill Hall in Armonk. Admission is free. For more information, contact him at 914- 275-6887 (text or voice) or bapar@ me.com. APAR FROM PAGE 11
Thursday, June 22, 2023 OPINION North Salem News – Page 15 Prepare for power outages today WITH A HOME STANDBY GENERATOR $0 MONEY DOWN + LOW MONTHLY PAYMENT OPTIONS Contact a Generac dealer for full terms and conditions *To qualify, consumers must request a quote, purchase, install and activate the generator with a participating dealer. Call for a full list of terms and conditions. REQUEST A FREE QUOTE CALL NOW BEFORE THE NEXT POWER OUTAGE (844) 536-2370 FREE 7-Year Extended Warranty* – A $695 Value! My ffi rst teaching job was miles away from my home and would have required a double bus ride both to and from work. With this in mind, my parents gave me a VW Beetle for my college graduation gift. I was thrilled to own my own car and at their generosity. Beetles were hard to get back then as they were still kind of rare; so rare in fact that Beetle owners always tooted and waved at each other. When it was time to pick up the car from the showroom, my dad was the ffi rst to drive it because my license was stamped to only drive an automatic or semi-automatic transition. Obviously, this would be a shift car. When we got home, I told my dad that I wanted to go a few streets over to show my friend Louise my new wheels. He told me that he didn’t think that was a great idea, but didn’t say no since she lived so close by. For a short distance, I had to get on a busy street with parking meters on both sides. at was when I heard it: the siren of an emergency vehicle. Looking straight ahead, coming down my side of the street, I spotted the big, red truck. ere were cars parked at every meter and nowhere for me to go. I went on the assumption that the driver of the truck saw me, but later found out this was not the case. ere was someone above watching over me though, because when the driver came close, he veered back to his side of the road. In doing so, I felt a little tap on my car. at’s when I saw my front bumper standing straight up in the air. I sat there paralyzed, but the tra c in both directions had to sit there too, because there was nowhere for them to go. A gentleman in a shop along the route had already called the police, and a motorcycle o cer showed up in what seemed to be only seconds. Although not hurt in anyway, I was very shaken, and the man who called the police told the o cer I was at a complete stop in a line of tra c and was hit by the massive, red truck. e cop asked to see my license and registration, and that’s when I got out of the car with tears in my eyes. He took one look at me, and his ffi rst question was to ask how old I was. He registered great surprise when I told him I was 22. Next he asked why I was so greatly upset, when a new bumper was an easy ffi x. I told him that the car was my graduation gift, and had just been driven o the showroom oor. He actually began to laugh. I didn’t care what he did, because he either did not see that my license was stamped or chose to ignore it. e processing by the o cer took quite a bit of time, and some pedestrian began moving the tra c along until another policeman arrived. Two people shoved my bumper back into its spot on the front of the car, although it was quite mangled and crumpled. I thought it best to proceed to Louise’s house, as that was the direction my car was facing. Once I arrived, I would could call home and let my parents know of my mishap. Upon calling, I got no answer, so decided it best to quickly return to my folk’s place. When I arrived at my door, I found Dad on the recliner and Mom prostrate on the couch. It seems that the ambulance driver had been contacted and claimed he had not hit anything, but when he checked his truck it was smeared with blue paint from that area on my car. He called my folks to make sure that I was OK, but that was all he knew. at certainly must have had them expecting the worst. When I did ffi nally get home, they were just thrilled that I had not been hurt. Dad took charge with the insurance company and the autobody shop. In just a few days, my car was good as new. To this day, however, whenever I hear a siren, I ask everyone in the car to search the road for the emergency vehicle and let me know which direction it is coming from. ere is no way you are going to believe this part of the story. is all took place while I was living in Providence, RI, and at that time it was a city of 150,000 people. When I went to take that new driving test, I was a tiny bit nervous even though I had been driving for quite a number of years. When the examiner got into the car with me, he started a conversation as he assembled his paperwork, which immediately put me at ease. He asked what I did for a living, and then where I had gone to school. I told him the University of Rhode Island, and he said his ffi rst cousin had just graduated from there too. Of course I asked his cousin’s name. “Louise Gelardi,” he stated. Yes, the very same Louise I had gone to show my car to on that fateful day. I told him I would see him at the wedding because I was the maid of honor. We drove around the block, but I was already sure I had passed. My fi rst car MARILYN A. PELLINI MUSINGS: PAST AND PRESENT
Page 16 – North Salem News HEALTH & WELLNESS Thursday, June 22, 2023 I’ve been a chiropractor in private practice for over 20 years in White Plains. In that time, I’ve seen more than 13,000 patients. e majority of the cases we see are muscular-skel - etal in nature, but occasionally we would see a vertigo and Me - niere’s disease case. In the last few years, the number of vertigo and Meniere’s disease cases has increased exponentially. Com - pared to just a few years ago, the new cases have increased more than tenfold. If you are suer - ing with vertigo, you should know that you are not alone and there are safe and eective treatments available. Vertigo is a condition that can be dened as a sensation of whirling and loss of balance, as - sociated particularly with look - ing down from a great height, or caused by disease aecting the inner ear or the vestibular nerve. Meniere’s disease cases have vertigo, but also tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and hear - ing loss. One theory for the recent in - creased number of vertigo cases is the link to the COVID vac - cine. First, I would like to say that I cannot tell you for certain that there is a direct link be - tween the COVID vaccine and vertigo. If you go online, you will ne conicting information and research articles debating this topic. What I will share with you is what I have seen my patients experience recently with respect to this topic. What we have seen in our oce is that patients that have been under care for vertigo who were vaccinated for COVID did not have any increase in symptoms, and we were able to continue to manage their condition. But what we do see is that many new vertigo patients began to experience symptoms within the rst 10 days after having a COVID vaccine. A brief research support article titled, “Acute Vertigo After CO - VID-19 Vac - cination: Case Series and Literature Re - view” (Frontiers in Medicine, January 2022), discusses several cases of vertigo that occurred shortly after the vaccine. It should be noted that due to the small sample size, a denite cause-eect relation - ship between vaccination and vertigo cannot be inferred. e cause for so many new vertigo cases can be left for de - bate, but you should know some key action steps to take if you are experiencing vertigo. LOOK AT 4 COMPONENTS OF BODY THAT FEED INTO THE VERTIGO CYCLES. • Make sure your ears are working properly. • Make sure your eyes are working properly. • Look at the jaw position and strength. • Look at the positioning and integrity of the cervical spine. Some suggest that a rela - tionship between the COVID vaccine and vertigo may exist, but it is more likely that a postvaccination vertigo/dizziness can manifest as exacerbation of a previous neurotological disor - der. What we have found is that when the upper cervical spine is out of alignment, it can cause an irritation in the nerves around the ear. As a result, vertigo and Meniere’s disease can occur. By correcting the upper cervical misalignment, the stress to the nerves can be reduced and many vertigo and Meniere’s disease cases can nd relief. Dr. George Gertner is the founder and President of Upper Cervical Chiropractic of New York, Located at 311 North St., Suite 410, White Plains, NY. For more information, visit www.ucc-ny. com or call 914-686-6200. Managing vertigo and Meniere’s disease through chiropractic care Debate over possible link to vertigo and COVID vaccine Dr. George Gertner
Thursday, June 22, 2023 HEALTH & WELLNESS North Salem News – Page 17 Dear Friend, Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “oh yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Gertner. I’ve seen stories for years…” Well, that’s me. “When I was in college I was injured playing football. I began developing severe and constant pain in my neck and lower back. After chiropractic, and PT were not eective in relieving my symtoms… I had surgery. Over the next 20 years I had surgery 3 more times, but I still suered with horrible pain. I was referred to Dr. Gertner by a friend. On the rst visit he performed a computerized diagnostic scan that located my problem. I had a pinched nerve. After only a few visits most of the pain in my neck and back was gone for the rst time in decades. I fell like I have my life back!” – Rob C Now let me tell my story. When I was in chiropractic school in Atlanta, Georgia, I had a severe injury to my lower back. For over a year I su ered with horrible pain. I was getting adjusted three times a week by traditional chiropractors without any results. I was less than a month away from graduation and I became very frustrated. For the last 8 years I had studied to become a chiropractor, and now my life was put on hold by a condition that chiropractic is supposed to treat. A colleague of mine introduced me to a doctor who specializes in an unique type of chiropractic called NUCCA. In the entire world there are less than 200 NUCCA doctors. NUCCA can be considered to be like “engineering of the spine”, specializing in spinal correction without surgery. e NUCCA correction gently restores the skull, spine, and pelvis back to its proper position. is takes pressure o the nerves and allows the body to return to its natural, healthy state. Patients are typically seen 1/3 as often as traditional chiropractic and most patients receive permanent relief. Immediately after the rst visit I felt relief, and in one week I was completely out of pain. I spent the next two years working as an intern in that Atlanta oce. In 2002 I returned home to NY. Because of our passion for helping our patients and our commitment to excellence, we quickly became one of the busiest Upper Cervical Chiropractic practices worldwide. It is common for patients to travel well over an hour each way for care. We have seen patients that travel from all over the world, as well as 48 of the 50 United States. It’s strange how life is, because people now come to see me with all types of problems. With this NUCCA procedure I have tremendous results with the type of patients that visit traditional chiropractors like neck pain, back pain, and headaches, but the majority of my patients have more severe neurological conditions such as Fibromyalgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia, MS, Parkinson’s, and seizures, just to name a few. I explain to my patients that I am not curing them of anything, but the NUCCA procedure is able to help alleviate many of the symptoms associated with the disease. Here’s what some of my patients had to say: “I used to suer with severe facial pain called trigeminal neuralgia. I’ve seen my MD, Neurologist, and Acupuncturist with limited results. I travel from East Hampton, LI because this is the only treatment that has helped me” –Pat G “For the last few years I have suered with MS. I’ve been suering with tremors, poor circulation, neck and back pain, loss of coordination, fatigue, asthma and insomnia. I have been under care for six months and without medication, Dr. Gertner has helped me control my MS. My tremors are gone and I am able to keep my hands steady. I am also seen great improvements in all my original symptoms including asthma – all without drugs! – Don O Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with their health problems. But I can’t really take the credit. I’ve never healed anyone of anything. What I do is make a specic spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. e power that made the body, heals the body! We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that! Make A Believer Out Of Me Oer— You shouldn’t go bankrupt to nd out the solution to your health problems. If you bring in this article, you can receive my computerized diagnostic test and new patient exam with x-rays if needed for $27. is exam could cost you $300 just for the computerized test alone. But, please call right away because this oer expires on July 31, 2023, and I don’t want you to miss out. Why am I doing this? My purpose is to get as many people well through NUCCA chiropractic care as I possibly can. I want to become your chiropractor if you need me. If after the exam I think I can help, you I’ll tell you, If not I’ll personally refer you to the appropriate healthcare professional. Satisfaction… Please, I hope that there’s no misunderstanding about quality of care. You’ll get professional care that’s a ordable. My qualications…I graduated from Hofstra University before nishing my Doctorate at Life College in Marietta, GA. I’m Board certied in the state of New York, and by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners. I’ve been entrusted to take care of more than 12,000 patients…newborns, pro athletes, and celebrities that you may know, and I have delivered over 500,000 spinal corrections. My assistants are Daniela and Vanessa, and they are great people. Our oce is both friendly and warm and we try our best to make you feel at home. Our oce is called Upper Cervical Chiropractic of New York and is conveniently located at 311 North St in White Plains. Our phone number is 914-686- 6200 or you can visit our website at www.nuccadoctor.com. Call today for an appointment to start getting well! ank You. George Gertner, DC “Local Chiropractor oers Advanced Treatment for Chronic Pain”
Sports Page 18 – North Salem News Thursday, June 22, 2023 BY EMILE MENASCHÉ SPORTS EDITOR North Salem High School recognized its 2022-2023 Athletic Award winners earlier this month while saying goodbye to the class of ’23. Nearly 30 students earned accolades from their respective leagues or sections. Honorees include: Julia Aqeel: All League, MVP – Volleyball; Carolyne Barrella: All League – Girls Lacrosse; Skylar Bender: All League – Field Hockey; Rosie Binette: All Section, All League, MVP – Girls Soccer, All Section, All League – Alpine Ski; Emily Collura: All League – Field Hockey; Dana Connolly: All Section, All League – Girls Soccer; All League, MVP – Girls Basketball; Ryan James DePaoli: MIP – Bowling; Caleb Elias: All Section, All League, MVP – Boy Soccer; Chloe Fogle: All Conference, MVP – Volleyball; Ryan Gameiro: MVP – Bowling; Thomas Gautier: All League – Boys Cross Country and Winter Track; Jake Greenberg: All League – Boys Cross Country; Greta Halton: All League – Girls Soccer, Girls Lacrosse; Nate James: MIP – Boys Soccer; Ellis Kennedy: All League, MVP – Baseball; Emily Lehr: MIP – Bowling; Lindsey Leone: All League, MVP – Field Hockey; Jack Litchfield: All League – Boys Soccer, MVP – Boys Basketball, All League, MVP – Boys Lacrosse; Brian Ndreu: All League – Boys Lacrosse; Grace O’Hanlon: MIP – Girls Cross Country; Ashley Piacentino: All Section, All League – Girls Swim; Ruari Randall: All League – Boys Soccer; Isabelle Schembri: All League – Cross Country, Track & Field; Isadora Tica: All League – Soccer; Andrew Viebrock: All League – Boys Soccer; Dylan Walter: All League – Boys Soccer; Alexa Yoel: MIP – Volleyball; Alexander Zoubok: All League – Boys Soccer; Emma Zoubok: All League – Girls Soccer. SCHOOL AWARDS North Salem also recognized athletes for their contribution to the school’s sports program. Four-year award winners include Sincere Andrews (Lacrosse), William Armbruster (Cross Country, Winter Track, Track & Field), Rosie Binette (Alpine Ski & Race, Soccer), Emily Collura (Field Hockey), Dana Connolly (Lacrosse), Caleb Elias (Soccer) Jake Greenberg (Cross Country, Winter Track, Track & Field), Joshua Greenberg (Cross Country, Track & Field), Jack Litchfield (Lacrosse), and Isabelle Schembri (Cross Country, Track & Field). e four-year winners were also included in the 21 Club—athletes who accumulated 21 points for their consistent participation in JV and varsity competition. e 21 Club also included Julia Aqeel, Carolyne Barrella, Rosie Binette, Angelo Casale, omas Gautier, Nathaniel James, Lindsey Leone, Grace O’Hanlon, Peter Serra, Andrew Viebrock, Dylan Walter and Emma Zoubok. Manager of the Year awards went to Ryan James DePaoli (Boys Soccer), Greta Halton (Boys Basketball), and Amanda Collins (Girls Lacrosse). William Armbruster won the omas E. Birch Memorial Award. United States Air Force Scholar Athlete awards went to Ruari Randall and Emily Collura, while Alex Zoubok and Ashley Piacentino earned United States Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete awards. e Gilda Butler Sportsmanship Award ($100) went to Dylan Walter and Emma Zoubok. Andrew Viebrock and Jules Aqeel each earned a $250 Booster Club Team Spirit awards. Jack Litchfield won the Phil Adams Memorial Award. e Athletic Achievement awards went to Annemarie O’Sullivan and Dana Connolly, while Rosie Binette and Caleb Elias won the Emily Watson and Bob Boissy coaches awards respectively. Connolly also earned the Sports Career scholarship ($500), while Booster Club Senior Athlete scholarships went to Litch¢eld and Chloe Fogle ($1,000 each). ON TO THE NEXT CHALLENGE Finally, North Salem said goodbye to graduating seniors, including Sincere Andrews, Julia Aqeel, William Armbruster, Carolyne Barrella, Skylar Bender, Rosie Binette, Angelo Casale, Amanda Collins, Emily Collura, Dana Connolly, Melanie Cotrone, Heliomar De Moraes, Ryan James DePaoli, Ryan Russell DePaoli, Matthew Dreyer, Caleb Elias, Chloe Fogle, Daniel Gallo, Ryan Gameiro, omas Gautier, Jake Greenberg, Joshua Greenberg, Margreta Halton, Garcydeo Haxhari, Kevin Haxhari, Brett Itchkow, Samantha Jagemann, Nate James, Ellis Kennedy, Laura Lazri, Giulianna LeClair, Emily Lehr, Lindsey Leone, Jack Litch¢eld, Sean McGannon, omas McGrath, Brian Ndreu, Maximilian Nilsen, Grace O’Hanlon, Nicholas Pena, Ashley Piacentino, Ruari Randall, Julia Russo, Isabelle Schembri, Peter Serra, Marko Salih, Isadora Tica, Andrew Viebrock, Dylan Walter, Alexa Yoel, Alexander Zoubok, and Emma Zoubok. Information provided by North Salem Central School District. North Salem names sports award-winners Dana Connolly PHOTOS COURTESY OF KRISTEN CONNOLLY Jack Litchfield
Thursday, June 22, 2023 LEISURE North Salem News – Page 19 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. Excited movements 8. Soap opera actress Patsy 13. Unknowing 14. Dangerous mosquitos 15. Exaggerated and sensationalized 19. Military policeman 20. Touch softly 21. Wrap 22. A story of one’s life 23. Midway between east and southeast 24. Toward the mouth or oral region 25. A list of dishes available at a restaurant 26. Changes the meaning of 30. Semitic Sun god 31. Sneaker parts 32. Capital of Zimbabwe 33. Breezed through 34. Partner to pedi 35. Becomes less intense 38. Bottoms 39. Tested 40. Vistas 44. Take care of 45. Traditional rhythmic pattern 46. S. African political party 47. Cologne 48. Men 49. The Science Guy 50. Gospel author (abbr.) 51. Act of signing up 55. Human feet 57. A very short time 58. Streetcars 59. Cuplike cavities CLUES DOWN 1. A type of pool 2. Malaise 3. Seasoned 4. A pair 5. Young male 6. Make a mistake 7. Experienced 8. It often accompanies injury 9. Old world, new 10. Commercial 11. Course of lectures 12. Promote 16. Female horses 17. Greek mythological figure 18. Small amount 22. Orthodox church altar 25. Actress Tomei 27. Excited 28. Looked directly at 29. Popular cold desserts 30. More reasonable 32. Disk above the head of a saint 34. Devoted to the extreme 35. Make an eort 36. It’s in the surf 37. Member of aboriginal people of Japan 38. Discounts 40. Cli in Hawaii 41. Extremely wild person 42. All persons 43. Aromas 45. Popular kids’ game 48. A diicult situation 51. Popular Georgia rockers 52. It’s in all living cells 53. Unspoken language 54. “Talk to you” abbreviation 56. Influential lawyer fi e Fourth of July may not be governed by o cial rules mandating celebrants attend a backyard barbecue before being awed by a nighttime reworks display, but each of those things features prominently in many Independence Day celebrations. Fireworks are best left to the professionals, but anyone can master the art of grilling delicious burgers and hot dogs. Traditional burgers are made with ground beef. However, curious grillmasters can explore the many ways to experiment with burgers without sacri- cing avor. fi is recipe for “Venison Burgers” from “Texas Favorites” (Gibbs Smith) by Jon Bonnell utilizes venison and pork in lieu of beef. fi e result is a mouthwatering burger worthy of inclusion in any Fourth of July festivities. Special twist on classic for July 4th BBQ Venison Burgers Serves 8 2 pounds venison meat 1/2 pound pork shoulder 1/2 pound slab bacon 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Pinch of cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons hot sauce 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Optional toppings Bacon Cheddar cheese Guacamole Clean the venison well and remove any fat or connective tissue. Cut the venison, pork shoulder and bacon into large chunks. Combine all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl and let marinate for 1 hour in the refrigerator. Grind everything together using the small plate on your grinder. Form into burger patties by hand, and grill or pan-sear. Cook to medium (135 F internal temperature), then remove from the grill and top with your favorite cheese or burger toppings.
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Page 22 – North Salem News CLASSIFIEDS Thursday, June 22, 2023 L,.AL N6TIC, 6- ,ST6PP,L The bond resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on June 13, 2023, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Town of North Salem, >estchester County, New York, is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of this notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. A complete copy of the resolution summarized herewith is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the 6ffice of the Town Clerk for a period of twenty days from the date of publication of this Notice. Dated: North Salem, New York, June 13, 2023. /s/ Maria C. Hlushko Town Clerk B6ND R,S6L<TI6N DAT,D J<N, 13, 2023. A R,S6L<TI6N A<TH6RIZIN. TH, C6ST 6- PLANNIN. ST<DI,S AND PR,LIMINARY ,N.IN,,RIN. C6STS -6R IMPR6=,M,NTS T6 TH, CR6T6N -ALLS >AT,R DISTRICT, IN TH, T6>N 6- N6RTH SAL,M, >,STCH,ST,R C6<NTY, N,> Y6R2, AT A MA?IM<M ,STIMAT,D C6ST 6- 250,000, AND A<TH6RIZIN. TH, ISS<ANC, 6- <P T6 250,000 B6NDS 6- SAID T6>N T6 PAY TH, C6ST TH,R,6-. 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Thursday, June 22, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE North Salem News – Page 23 Yorktown Chamber of Commerce 2010 Organization of the Year November 29, 1987-March 21, 2003 MAY WE STAND AS TALL AS HE DID in memory of Our 20th Year Proudly Supporting Community Recreation and Education HARRISON APAR Standing three feet tall due to a rare dwarfism, as a featured speaker at his middle school graduation, Harrison told classmates... ‘Dreams Do Not Come Easily, But If You Stretch Enough, Nothing Is Out of Reach’ Facebook.com/HarrisonAparFoundation [email protected] • 914.275.6887 P.O. Box 1383, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit incorporated in the State of New York WHY DO WE ADVERTISE IN HALSTON MEDIA’S LOCAL NEWSPAPERS? TO ADVERTISE WITH US, CALL BRETT FREEMAN AT (845) 208-8151 “Advertising in Halston Media’s publications is one of the best investments the Anglebrook Golf Club has ever made. The response far exceeded our expectations, and most of the inquiries resulted in booking banquets, private parties, golf outings and even enlisting new members.” Matt Sullivan, General Manager, Anglebrook Golf Club At some point, you may have more money in your 401(k) than in any other investment. And even though your 401(k) is intended for your retirement, you may one day think you have to tap into your account early — but should you? And if you do, how should you go about it? If it’s possible to avoid taking money from your 401(k) before you retire, you probably should do so. You could spend 25 or more years in retirement, and you’ll need to pay for those years, so you may want to look for alternatives to your 401(k). If you’ve built an emergency fund containing several months’ worth of living expenses in cash or cash equivalents, you could use some of this money. If you have a Health Savings Account (HSA), you could use it to pay for quali ed medical expenses. Or you could sell some of your taxable investments, rather than going into your tax-deferred 401(k). But if you have determined that you must look at your 401(k) plan to meet a short-term funding need, you’ll want to carefully consider how to go about it. You typically have two main choices: loans or withdrawals. For plans that allow loans, employees can generally borrow up to 50% of the vested amount of their 401(k)s, up to a maximum of $50,000 within a 12-month period. Administrative fees may apply, and interest will be charged, but it will be added back to the 401(k) account as part of the loan repayments. Except when they’re used for a home purchase, loans must be repaid within ve years, with equal payments made at least quarterly, unless payments are allowed to be paused temporarily. If you leave the company or don’t repay the loan according to the agreement, the loan balance will likely be treated as a taxable distribution. Now, let’s consider withdrawals. For 401(k) plans that allow current employees to make withdrawals, the withdrawal requests are usually considered either hardship or non-hardship. To qualify for a hardship withdrawal, you must demonstrate an immediate and heavy nancial need to pay for certain expenses, including a home purchase, college, a medical issue or other speci ed costs, and your withdrawal is limited to the amount necessary to meet the need. Non-hardship withdrawals can typically be taken for any purpose but usually are not granted until you’re 59-1/2 or older. Unlike with a loan, a hardship withdrawal can’t be repaid, while a non-hardship withdrawal can usually only be repaid by rolling over the amount to an IRA within 60 days. But the bigger issue may be taxes. If you withdraw funds from your 401(k), any previously untaxed money is generally taxed as ordinary income and a 10% penalty will apply if you’re younger than 59-1/2, unless you qualify for an exception. Plus, your 401(k) plan typically must withhold 20% of the withdrawal for taxes, so you’d have to take an even larger withdrawal to meet your needs. Before embarking on a 401(k) loan or withdrawal, you may want to consult with a nancial professional and your tax advisor. Taking money from your 401(k) is a big move, so make sure you know everything that’s involved. fi is article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Financial Advisor, Judi McAnaw, a resident of Katonah. She has an o ce at 200 Business Park Drive, Suite 107, in Armonk. Judi can be reached at 914-669-5329. Should you consider 401(k) loans or withdrawals? All residential real estate is in high demand as a uent buyers move out of the city. ere are varying explanations for this, such as a COVID baby boom, social issues, or a desire to work from home and the ability to live further from work. Meanwhile, homeowners that have locked in super low interest rates are reluctant to sell and are staying in place. Many owners have opted to rent their real estate versus selling. Rents are high; tax breaks are terri c. Commercial real estate has improved, but high interest rates will provide a strong headwind going forward. Record sales in new construction occurred at Fortune Ridge in 2022 in the town of Southeast, as the interest in new construction remains as strong as ever. “With 10 new lots now available, this is evidence of how strong the market is,” said Lawrence Zacks, who recently announced the grand opening of Phase 3. “ e residential market also remains red hot,” Zacks continued. “Aggressive buyers are out there with very few options on the market, so our buyers bid high and wave contingencies. It’s a great time to sell a home.” For more information, call Zacks at 914-282-6440. Real estate sales are still hot Too many buyers and extremely low inventory JUDI MCANAW GUEST CORNER
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