VOL. 14 NO. 3 THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 27 CLASSIFIEDS 26 LEGAL NOTICES 24 LEISURE 21 MAHOPAC MUSINGS 4 OPINION 8 SPORTS 16 It’s snow, man! pg 14 FLAKING OUT Visit TapIntoMahopac.net for the latest news. BY EMILE MENASCHÉ EDITOR A man who broke into his ex’s Carmel home and attacked her boyfriend is going to jail. Putnam County DA Robert Tendy last week announced the conviction and sentencing of Jorge L. Sari-Tenesaca, who pleaded guilty in November to one count of rst-degree attempted burglary. Noting that it was Sari-Tenesaca’s second felony conviction, the district attorney’s o ce said the Westchester resident was sentenced in January to ve years in state prison with ve years of postrelease supervision and an eightyear full order of protection. Sari-Tenesca’s road to justice was a long one. It started in 2021 when he broke into a home inhabited by the mother of his children, her current partner, and the children. “ e defendant entered the home through a kitchen window at approximately 1 a.m. after disabling the exterior security cameras and proceeded to physically attack the male resident in his bed,” the DA’s o ce said. e mother called 911 and Carmel police responded quickly, arresting SariTenasca at the scene. He was taken into custody, arraigned, and released. But then, according to the DA, “the defendant absconded for approximately 11 months until he was located and arrested on a warrant issued by the Putnam County Court after indictment.” Tendy thanked DA’s o ce criminal investigator Jaemie Caban, Carmel PD Detective Sgt. Brian Forde, and the Peekskill Police Department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for helping bring Sari-Tenesca in to face Putnam County Judge Joseph Spo ord. “When it comes to the safety of our Putnam County homeowners,” Tendy said, “we will engage all law enforcement agencies to ensure that the defendant is apprehended and brought to justice.” e case was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Todd W. Carpenter. Man gets five years for Carmel break-in Convicted of breaking into ex’s house, attacking new partner BY EMILE MENASCHÉ EDITOR Putnam County is giving volunteer rst responders a tax break, and the Town of Carmel is likely to follow. Late last month, County Executive Kevin Byrne announced a new law that provides a 10 percent property tax exemption for volunteer re ghters and volunteer ambulance workers. Passed by the Putnam County Legislature on Feb. 7, Byrne said he had supported state legislation allowing such provisions while a member of the New York State Assembly in 2022. e county law is one of several to be considered in the area, with both the Town of Carmel and the Mahopac School District scheduled to hold public hearings on similar measures this week. Town Supervisor Michael Cazzari said the town was planning to o er the same break as the county: A 10 percent reduction in a home’s assessed value for volunteers with ve years or more of service. “ is is all about attracting volunteers to the area,” Cazzari told Mahopac News. “ ere’s a real crisis in recruiting volunteer rst responders because people can’t a ord the cost of living around here. Giving a tax break is better than having to hire paid re and EMTs.” While the public hearing on the town’s tax break was scheduled for March 1 (after press time), Cazzari said the measure is likely to pass. “I don’t anticipate any objections,” he explained. Currently, Putnam County taxes property at a rate of around 3 percent per $1,000 in home assessment. e Town of Carmel’s rate is around 4.7 percent per $1,000. Other property taxes go to the local re districts, refuse Taxes lowered for first responders Volunteer fi refi ghters and EMS get 10 percent county tax break County Executive Kevin Byrne (seated, right, with legislative Chairman Paul Jonke) introduces a property tax exemption for volunteer EMS and fi refi ghters. SEE TAX PAGE 22 361 Route 6, Mahopac, NY 10541 (845) 628-4100 SCAN ME Visit our Showroom for: Tile, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Counter Tops, Shower Doors samsceramic.com We Install Everything We Sell DEDICATED TO HIGH QUALITY PRODUCTS FOR 20 YEARS SPRING AHEAD WITH A NEW KITCHEN!
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Earlier this year, the Cooking Channel came to Mahopac to lm an episode of its popular “Man vs. Food” show featuring the restaurant, and now the episode, which has already aired, will be reprised later this month. On the show, host Casey Webb samples popular menu items, including the restaurant’s famous “Holy Cannoli Pancake.” “Casey Webb’s food frenzy takes him to New York’s Hudson Valley for...an Italian dessert for breakfast,” the Cooking Channel said in a press release. Lee Vataj said the show’s producers were looking to feature eateries from the Hudson Valley and came across Countryside Kitchen via a typical Google search. “We repeatedly popped as No. 1 and they continually scouted us,” he said. “Sharp Productions (the show’s producers) called us to see if we wanted to do the show.” Vataj said they were thrilled to be invited on the show, especially in the wake of the pandemic, a time during which so many restaurants struggled. “It was great,” he said. “We have been open for 14 years and we have really busted our butts to get here and to be recognized on a national level is great. It’s very humbling.” Vataj said the producers were looking for a more “decadent breakfast” to feature on the show, and Countryside Kitchen’s Holy Cannoli Pancakes t the bill. He said lming took about eight or nine hours, but the restaurant didn’t have to close. e show wanted some regular customers there to interview. “ ey wanted to see the crowd and the ambience,” he said. Vataj said he wasn’t really nervous about being on TV and Webb really enjoyed the cannoli pancakes and other dishes he sampled. “We were just grateful,” he said. “We worked hard to get here with all the challenges we’ve been through.” You can watch the “Man v. Food” episode featuring Countryside Kitchen on the Cooking Channel on ursday, Nov. 24, at 1 p.m. Mahopac restaurant shines on national TV Countryside Kitchen featured on ‘Man v. Food’ Christina Vataj, left, Casey Webb, center, and Lee Vataj, along with the Countryside Kitchen crew PHOTOS COURTESY OF COUNTRYSIDE KITCHEN Watch the episode Cooking Channel on Thursday, Nov. 24, at 1 p.m. Visit the restaurant 493 Route 6, Mahopac Host Casey Webb, second from left, interacts with owner Lee Vataj and staff. Remember, Mahopac News is a weekly paper and went to press before the election results were known. 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Byrne won with 28,190 votes, which was the equivalent of 99% of votes cast and 69% of ballots cast (30.3% left their ballots blank). “O cially winning this election, securing the support from over 28,000 Putnam voters, is a tremendous honor,” Byrne said. “I remain extremely grateful to the voters for once again placing their faith and trust in me. e amount of support I received has been overwhelming and I am truly honored and humbled to serve as our next Putnam County Executive.” In a speech to a packed room of supporters on election night, Byrne reiterated his commitment to Putnam. As a native son of the county, Byrne told the assembled he was “built and raised to work.” Byrne also rea rmed his campaign promises. “When I said to you we were Byrne pledges ‘bold’ vision for Putnam County Crowley, Jonke and Ellner win seats on the County Legislature BY BRETT FREEMAN PUBLISHER In a local race that garnered national attention, Assemblyman Mike Lawler beat Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) Chair Sean Patrick Maloney to become the next member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York’s 17th Congressional District. A Rockland County resident, Lawler beat Maloney, 140,883 to 137,633, or 50.6% to 49.4%. “I am honored by the opportunity to serve as the next Congressman for the 17th Congressional District,” Lawler said at a Congressman-elect Lawler lays out agenda Assemblyman’s win receives national attention after beating DCCC chair SEE BYRNE PAGE 6 SEE LAWLER PAGE 8 (c)845.803.1241 debbiedemelis.com 338 Route 202 Somers NY 10589 From concept to completion, your home will be uniquely cared for and expertly marketed for a WIN in this STRONG MARKET! ASSOCIATE BROKER Ha angiving! You Deserve the best! Wishing Everyone a From concept to completion, your home will be uniquely cared for and expertly marketed for a WIN in this STRONG MARKET! THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2022 Youngsters honor our VETERANS Check out Youngsters our coverage of Veterans Day on Page 3. In a local race that garnered national attention, Assemblyman Mike Lawler beat Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) Chair Sean Patrick Maloney to become the next member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York’s 17th Congressional District. A Rockland County resident, Lawler beat Maloney, 140,883 to 137,633, or 50.6% to 49.4%. “I am honored by the opportunity to serve as the next Congressman for the 17th Congressional District,” Lawler said at a Congressman-elect Lawler lays out agenda Assemblyman’s win receives national attention after beating DCCC chair SEE LAWLER PAGE 8 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 31 CLASSIFIEDS 30 LEGAL NOTICES 28 LEISURE 22 MAHOPAC MUSINGS 4 OPINION 10 SPORTS 20 Fire ghters save Chamber event. pg 16 SANTA! Visit TapIntoMahopac.net for the latest news. BY EMILE MENASCHÉ STAFF REPORTER Mahopac has been known as “Indian Country” for as long as anyone can remember. But the school district’s arrowhead logo, “Indians” nickname and other Native American symbols may become relics of the past before the start of the 2023-2024 school year after a recent directive from the New York State Department of Education. In a memo to districts across the state, Senior Deputy Commissioner Jim Baldwin said schools have until the end of this school year to comply with longstanding rules prohibiting the use of Native American mascots--or face nancial penalties and sta removals. “We are working with our attorney for guidance and waiting State threatens Mahopac schools over ‘Indians’ nickname School board to discuss directive at Dec. 20 work session For people unfamiliar with QR codes, simply use your cell phone camera to scan the QR code, and your cell phone will take you to the survey. Help choose a new team name & mascot Scan the QR code to take our survey • This is Massive Government Overreach and the District Should Ignore the State: 37.5% (48) • There is Nothing O ensive with Use of the Term “Indians,” but We Shouldn’t Risk Losing State Aid: 28.91% (37) • Use of the Term “Indians” is O ensive and it’s About Time the State Issued this Directive: 21.88% (28) • None of the above: • It’s Time to Get With The Times, but this is 7.03% (9) Government Overreach: 4.69% (6) Graph 1: We Asked Our Online Readers Their Thoughts 128 People Responded • This is Massive Government Overreach and the District Should Ignore the State: 37.5% (48) • There is Nothing O ensive with Use of the Term "Indians," but We Shouldn't Risk Losing State Aid: 28.91% (37) • Use of the Term "Indians" is O ensive and it's About Time the State Issued this Directive: 21.88% (28) • None of the above: 7.03% (9) • It's Time to Get With The Times, but this is Government Overreach: 4.69% (6) 37.5% 28.91% 21.88% 7.03% 4.69% VOL. 13 NO. 42 SEE NICKNAME PAGE 7 We Asked Our Online Readers Their Thoughts 128 People Responded 914-282-6440 [email protected] ZACKS RE/MAX Classic Realty Services Provided Property Evaluation | Home Staging High Definition Photography | 3D/Virtual Tours Custom Digital Marketing | Five-Star Service Questions? 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Your Neighbor THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 3 BY JESSICA JAFET CONTRIBUTING REPORTER When it comes to creating the ideal lighting for a particular space, it makes all the difference when finding a retailer who provides a personal touch and whose staff prides itself on its commitment to customer satisfaction. It has been this type of approach that has kept MidCounty Lighting Showroom and Electric Sales in business for the past 50 years. Located on Route 6 in Mahopac, the family owned-andoperated store has been providing professional contractors and area residents with exactly what they need for their homes, offices and businesses. In addition, they are one of the local area’s top sources for electrical supplies and hard-to-find bulbs. “We are an electrical supply house for contractors and homeowners,” said Steve Deirmendjian, the company’s Vice President. “In the lighting showroom, we have chandeliers, sconces, indoor and outdoor lighting, paddle fans—and we also have landscape lighting.” Back in 1973, it was his father-in-law, Ben Restucci (and brother Frank) who started the electrical supply business in Mahopac, and in 2006, Mid-County opened the lighting showroom at its current location. The family is now second-generation proprietors with Jeff Restucci at the helm as company president, along with Deirmendjian, Debbie Restucci-Deirmendjian and Holly Restucci leading the team. All along, they have stuck to a philosophy that has made the shop a fixture in the community. “We treat everybody like family; electricians walk in, we know them and their kids. Our staff is like family too, and a couple of them have been here over 20 years,” he said. The knowledgeable and friendly employees will listen and make suggestions based on a customer’s individual project, whether it is recommending a reputable electrician to them or simply helping to plan and design the lighting for their home renovation or new construction. Residents from a wide area, including Mahopac, Somers, Carmel, Yorktown, North Salem, Katonah-Lewisboro, Mt. Kisco, Pound Ridge, Bedford, Dutchess County and lower Westchester, visit the showroom, where they find inspiration and a selection of the latest styles and lighting options that they can see and touch in-person. Shoppers can find brands like Kichler, Quoizel and Nuvo Lighting to browse for the perfect fit. “We are very competitivelypriced,” the VP added. “We have people who come here and take photos and get quotes and most become orders because we sell lighting at Internet prices.” Mid-County Electric also sells generators and a wide range of supplies, such as outlets, switches, connectors, wire and more—and the President, Jeff Restucci, and their attentive staff, will help source any other electrical or lighting items that are not already in-house, as quickly as possible. Celebrating 50 years in business Some of the inventory at Mid-County Lighting Showroom & Electrical Supplies PHOTOS: CORINNE STANTON Mid-County Lighting Showroom & Electrical Supplies The team at Mid-County Lighting Showroom & Electrical Supplies: Debbie Restucci-Deirmendjian, Jeff Restucci, Gerry Avery, Mike Nappi and Steve Deirmendjian. Not pictured: Holly Restucci MID-COUNTY LIGHTING SHOWROOM & ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES Mid-County Lighting Showroom & Electrical Sales 240 US-6, Mahopac 845-628-9124 [email protected]
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BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 HALSTON MEDIA, LLC e Putnam Arts Council is inviting artists aged 18 and over to be part of its 2023 Members Exhibition, scheduled to open on Saturday, March 11, from 2-5 p.m., at the Belle Levine Art Center at 521 Kennicut Hill Road in Mahopac. “We are seeking one piece of original ne art that was completed within the past three years and not previously exhibited in our gallery space at the Belle Levine Art Center,” the PAC announced. “We will accept one piece for inclusion in the show” To be eligible, submissions must meet the following guidelines: Two-dimensional works cannot exceed 36 inches in any direction (including the frame). ree-dimensional works must be manageable by one person. “Works do not need to be for sale,” the announcement said. “But if works sell, PAC retains a 35 percent commission.” Works can be hand-delivered to Belle Levine on Wednesday, March 1 (3-6 p.m.) and Sunday, March 5 (2-5 p.m.). A $15 entry fee is required at the time of submission. Artists who aren’t already members can join PAC in-person when they submit their work or do so online at putnamartscouncil.com. Membership fees are tax deductible for those eligible and start at $15 for students, seniors, and emerging artists; $25 for artists and individuals, $40 for families, and between $50 and $1,000 for organizations, sponsors, and donors. For more information and a detailed exhibit prospectus, visit the PAC’s website or call 845- 803-8622. Mahopac show to feature local artists PAC seeks works for March exhibit COURTESY PUTNAM ARTS COUNCIL Barn in Snow by Joe Pizzuti Purim Carnival this Sunday Come join Temple Beth Shalom of Mahopac for Purim Carnival 2023 (from 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m) and Purim Trunk and Treat! (from 12:30 - 1:00 p.m.), Sunday, March 5. Enjoy games, prizes, light lunch, Hamantaschen and candy. e Purim Carnival is open to children of all ages. Costumes encouraged (Muppets theme optional!) For more information call 845-628-6133. CPR Class Temple Beth Shalom of Mahopac will host a certi ed CPR/ AED Heartsaver class on Sunday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m. is American Heart Association class is comprised of a 2.5 hour hands-on training that will teach you how to perform CPR on an adult, child, or infant. e course also provides instruction on the use of an AED (automated external de brillator). e class is open to the public and provides certi - cation valid for two years. Reserve your spot at signi cantly reduced prices by March 6. Register at tbsmahopac.org/cpr. Lenten ‘Non-Food’ Drive for Putnam CAP e First Presbyterian Church of Mahopac is seeking donations of essential items during Lent in support of Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP). 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THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 5 New York State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblyman Matt Slater announced that state funding has been released for repairs on two important area roads, Route 52 in the Towns of Kent and Carmel in Putnam County and Route 35 / 202 in the Town of Yorktown in Westchester County. e new funding for road repairs is part of a $100 million state e ort at 64 di erent locations statewide to renew well-tra cked roadways impacted by extreme weather. Harckham and Slater recently sent a joint letter to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) addressing the issues with Route 52. “ e current disrepair of certain sections of our state roadways is unacceptable,” said Harckham. “Governor Hochul’s timely in ux of funding for necessary improvements on two important area thoroughfares will bene t local residents and small businesses, as well as those traveling through the region. Ensuring the safety of motorists on our roads needs to remain a priority when it comes to infrastructure investments, and I will continue to ght for funding to help improve the condition of our roadways.” “Governor Hochul nally heard my plea for the resurfacing of Route 52 and Route 35 / 202,” said Slater. “We know our state roads need greater care and investment, both in Putnam and Westchester counties. ese corridors are the main arteries that connect our communities. Residents throughout the 94th Assembly District pay some of the highest property taxes in the country, and having safe state roads is not an unfair expectation. Working with our partners on all levels of government, I am glad to see this road will be paved for the safety of all who traverse it.” e new funding includes $5.2 million to resurface Route 35 / 202 from the Taconic State Parkway interchange to Route 118 in the Town of Yorktown, and $3.6 million to resurface Route 52 from Route 311 to Fowler Avenue in the Towns of Carmel and Kent. “I am thrilled to hear the news that Route 52 in the Town of Kent will nally be repaved,” said Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne. “ is has been a long-standing issue for the residents of Kent and Putnam County, causing frustration and inconvenience for daily commuters and businesses, and one that Assemblyman Slater, Supervisor McGlasson and I raised awareness about last year. I want to extend my thanks to the state of New York for recognizing the urgency of this situation and taking action to improve the road for the safety and well-being of our residents.” Article submitted jointly by the o ces of NYS Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblyman Matt Slater Harckham, Slater Announce $8.8 Million for Road Repairs Funding will support resurfacing projects in Carmel, Kent and Yorktown e Town of Carmel is looking for students to help keep Mahopac and Carmel clean. e program is in recognition of Earth Day and will take place every Saturday during the month of April. “We’re reaching out to both the Mahopac and Carmel school districts and are inviting middle and high school students to take part,” said Town Supervisor Michael Cazzari. e program will allow students to earn community service hours. Students can register as a class, as a group, or as individuals. e town will provide safety vests, trash pickers, and free orange bags to be left on the shoulder of the road for the Carmel Highway Department to pick up when full. For more information, call the o ce of the supervisor (845) 628-1500 x139. Town seeks student vounteers Cleanup program set for April 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 Hour Coffee Check out our Coffee of the Month! Any Size 3-7pm Firewood Bundles Purchase your box of Coffee to go! Warm Up with Winter Breakfast Special Bacon egg & cheese Sausage egg & cheese and Ham egg & cheese $4.49 bacon egg cheese & hash browns $5.49 Try our Coffee Flavors of the Season! Come see our vintage candy shop Cold weather accessories! Salt and windshield wiper fluid. We have over 100 helium balloon choices! RED MILLS IS YOUR... Gas - Coffee - Grab and Go items LOTTO - Candy - Seasonal items Balloons - Snacks and Beverages.
PAGE 6 – MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 BY JESSICA JAFET CONTRIBUTING WRITER A simple gesture like a high- ve or a warm smile can have a powerful e ect on another person’s emotional state—and ordinary people can be agents of change. Spreading this message is one of the objectives of Shane’s Imagine-Nation, a non-pro t organization that was founded by Sandy Lundy-Resnick, whose goal is to make “kind the new cool.” e Pawling resident who speaks at community and school events, and has written a picture book for young children, is on a mission to empower young people with the awareness that each individual has the tools (and the responsibility) to make the world a better place—all the while recognizing their own great worth. Whether a child has been a bully or has been bullied themselves, Resnick is determined to change the conversation and help foster self-esteem. And since this type of abuse is not limited to just children at school, the tireless advocate is seeking to reinforce the message that bullying in any form, including among adults, is not acceptable. “We need to recognize that people showing kindness is the norm—as opposed to something that is isolated on the news as a special thing—and when someone has experienced bullying, they need to report it to someone who will take action,” she said. When community members or schools fail to act, the results can be tragic—something that Resnick knows all too well. Her 11-year-old son, Shane, took his own life in 2018 after being bullied. His mother shared that she was unaware of his pain, as there were no warning signs. e youngest of three boys had a passion for Broadway musicals, an interest that was later revealed to have been used by bullies to taunt him. “If this can happen to me, it literally can happen to anyone,” Resnick said. “It was a complete shock—and for the rest of my life I will be wondering what I could have done to save him, and I am seriously going to dedicate my life to making sure that never happens to any other kid; no child should be in such pain.” A few days following that devastating event, a neighbor and her young son (who was unaware of what had happened to Shane) stopped by Resnick’s home, as she explained, and the young boy said, “a really nice boy lives here; he is the only one who is nice to me and every day he gives me a high- ve on the bus,” referring to Shane. At that moment, the realization of the impact that a small act of tenderness can have, hit the grieving mother in a profound way. She has since devoted herself to motivating people to be kind to themselves and to others, and Harnessing the power of kindness to change lives PHOTOS COURTESY OF SANDY LUNDY-RESNICK SEE IMAGINE PAGE 22 AWARD WINNER 293 Rt 100 - Suite 207 Somers, NY 10589 OFFICE: 1-914-243-3050 CELL: 1-914-629-0236 [email protected] LIC. REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE BROKER Since 1985 Grace Vinciguerra Each office independently owned and operated •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Law Offices of Joseph J. Tock 963 Route 6, Mahopac, NY 10541 TOCKLAW.COM • 845-628-8080 CRIMINAL DEFENSE/DWI • PERSONAL INJURY REAL ESTATE • BUSINESS LAW • WILLS, TRUSTS, ESTATES, PROBATE ‘ Our family received outstanding service from Joe and his staff. They are accomplished and professional, yet accessible and friendly— a wonderful community resource that I would recommend to anyone. ~A.W.
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Opinion BRETT FREEMAN, PUBLISHER EMILE MENACHÉ, EDITOR TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL, CREATIVE DIRECTOR Editorial O ice: 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 a iliates. 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 8 – MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 When most of us were doing our holiday shopping in late December, our state senators and assembly people here in New York were scurrying back to Albany for a special session to do some gift giving of their own. Surprisingly, the gifts they were giving were to themselves in the form of a 29% pay increase, giving our state the highest paid legislature in the country by a long shot, at a salary of $142,000. eir new salary is twice the average household income of their constituents, for what was originally intended to be a parttime job. eir generosity with taxpayer money did not extend to their sta , however, a source of some contention for their employees. You are in good company if you nd the move tone deaf given the current economic uncertainties and other challenges in front of them. ey are in session for 60 days a year. at’s good, since as Mark Twain said, “No man’s life, liberty, or property are safe while the legislature is in session.” At their new salary, they are making $2,400 per day while in session. Not bad. In fairness, they have signi cant obligations when they are not in session, but the raise is still over the top. In what other world do the employees get to vote themselves a pay increase? Interestingly, the state constitution prohibits the legislature from voting themselves a raise. eir lame-duck session presents a loophole however, as they technically aren’t voting themselves a raise since the raise is for the next legislature, which is sworn in after the new year. e governor could have vetoed the raise, but instead signed it into law. I followed the election pretty closely and didn’t hear any candidates talking about the raise they were going to vote themselves as the closing act of the legislative year. If you aren’t careful, you could become cynical about politics. e salary vote was taken two years before the next election, during a time when the public’s attention is elsewhere. ey hope that voters will forget about it before they head to the polls in 2024. ey provided a g leaf by placing limits on outside income as part of the salary bill, pitching it as an anti-corruption move. at turns the notion of a “citizen legislator” on its head. Somebody should be able to earn outside income and serve as a part-time legislator. We want people to serve from all professions and not have to leave their jobs to serve. Instead, this makes the job a full-time, lifetime profession putting our elected o cials further out of touch with those they are meant to serve. Reform is needed. Raises for legislators should be enacted by referendum or at the very least not done in a special session after election day. Our county legislators used a lame duck move a couple of years ago to give themselves a 50% bump. If raises are justi ed, they should be explained to voters prior to heading to the polls and passed in a regular legislative session. Another thought, make the raise e ective for the next person to serve and not the legislator taking the vote – paying it forward to the legislator’s successor. at would tamp down wage in ation. Lame duck largesse DON SCOTT IN CASE YOU MISSED IT SEEDUMAS PAGE 9 They say America is more polarized, more divided, than ever before. ose who say that obviously were not alive in the 1860s. None of us were. But, jeez, you can read a book. We are divided. No argument there. But is it really the worse it has ever been or does it just seem that way because of the 24-hour cable news cycle and the internet—things that didn’t exist during our misspent youth? anks to 24-hour news networks and social media, these issues are constantly in your face... in your head... in your house... in your car! Marjorie Taylor Greene thinks we are too divided, and the damage is irreparable. On Presidents Day, the reality-challenged congresswoman tweeted out her support for a “national divorce.” Speci cally, the far-right rebrand tweeted, “We need a national divorce,” calling for the country to “separate by red states and blue states.” Many critics interpreted her proposal as a call for secession, and she was widely criticized for using divisive and dangerous rhetoric. In Greene’s estimation, a so-called national divorce would not bring a civil war, but would instead give states more power to govern themselves. Under this system, Greene suggested, red states could temporarily strip Americans who move from blue states of the right to vote and could implement laws to openly discriminate against LGBTQ people. Lovely. From a practical, logistical standpoint, the idea doesn’t make a lot of sense. If Greene wants to create two separate nations, I should point out that blue states and red states aren’t always clumped together. California and New York are blue states, but are Red, blue, and ‘Greene’ states BOB DUMAS OUT OF MY HEAD
THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 OPINION MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 9 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 Do you know what the cost of your long-term care will be if you are not eligible for Medicaid? CALL NEW YORK’S ELDER LAW TEAM 914.948.1500 DUMAS FROM PAGE 8 3,000 miles apart with lots and lots of red in between. How do they combine to form this new country? It’s a cartographer’s nightmare. During a recent podcast, Greene said that under her plan, if Democratic voters opted to move to a red state, Republicans could potentially decide to temporarily strip them of a constitutional right. “Once they moved to a red state, guess what? Maybe you don’t get to vote for ve years,” she said. “You can live there, you can work there, but you don’t get to bring your values that you basically created ... by voting for Democrat leaders.” Suppose you live in a state where the di erence between red and blue is razor-thin. Say, for example, 50 percent are Democrats, 49 percent Republican, and 1 percent other. It is technically a blue state and so Democratic rules apply and Republicans can’t vote for ve years—even though they are only in the minority by a point. Hey Putnam County! Look around. You are a red county. A Democrat has about as much chance of getting elected here as Congresswoman Lauren Boebert has of winning a Nobel Peace Prize. However (and this is a big however), New York State is blue, and if Greene’s plan was enacted, Putnam Republicans would either have to move to Florida or adapt to living here under progressive values. Personally, I wouldn’t want to live in a place where everyone thought the same... even if it was the same as me. Where is the fun in that? Who are you going to make fun of? It’s boring and you never learn anything or get to feel smug. You become like a Stepford Wife, everyone doing and saying the same stu . No, thanks. I need to get riled from time to time. en I have a taco and calm down. Look... we are America. We’ve survived a lot worse than this. We may be slow and ham- sted, but we’ll work it out. But while we are on MTG, I would also like to point out that she was out front in calling the February 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. a hoax, and the traumatized teen survivors “crisis actors.” She literally followed some of these poor kids around harassing them, trying to get them to admit their deception. Last November, when the Parkland murderer, Nikolas Cruz, was condemned in a south Florida courtroom to 34 life sentences (one for each victim), Greene was nowhere to be found. is happened in a real courtroom, in front of a real judge, a real jury, a real prosecutor, and a defense attorney. But no word from Greene... no apology for her toxic remarks and behavior in which she further traumatized teenagers who were already broken and devastated, having lived through such a horri c event. Greene may not have suggested a national divorce with any true genuineness. She loves to throw sand in the Vaseline from time to time and rile up her base, even with ideas that aren’t well thought out or fully realized. She likes to see her name in the paper, and since she is impervious to embarrassment, it doesn’t matter how it gets there. ere have been some rumblings lately that should Donald Trump win the GOP nomination for president, Greene will push hard for the vice president slot (Pence doesn’t want to come back??). Now, there’s a ticket for you... Trump/Greene. Why am I suddenly picturing squirrels juggling chainsaws? BY KENNETH FREEMAN OF HALSTON MEDIA The word “marketing” may evoke thoughts of fun, attractive ads. But marketing is much more than just advertising. It entails several tools called “the marketing mix.” A handy way to remember these tools is “the 5 P’s” – Product, Package, Place, Price and Promotion. e mix needs to be aligned, like a chiropractor does with a body, for best results. A recent personal experience demonstrates this. We recently received an invitation to a fancy wedding calling for a dark suit or tuxedo. Unfortunately, I’d recently discarded my wellworn black dress shoes, and hadn’t thought about replacing those shoes until the invitation arrived. My Google search for a source highlighted Men’s Wearhouse, and a torrent of online ads from that chain followed. My trip to the nearest Men’s Wearhouse store, in Danbury, was disappointing. Despite their ads showing a great selection of dress shoes, the store had little in stock. I shared my disappointment with the store clerk, who explained that I needed to order online. I buy lots of clothing online, but not shoes, as precise t and comfort are paramount. I wound up buying the shoes I needed in another store in the same mall. Without the right selection (Product) and accessibility (Place), Men’s Wearhouse had wasted all of its ads targeting me . . . and tarnished its reputation with me as well. Striving for alignment Smart marketers are similar to chiropractors SEEFREEMAN PAGE 10
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In the Men’s Warehouse case, the store didn’t have in stock the shoe styles and sizes I needed so I could try them on. • Package often refers to package size and packaging communication. For example, a family-targeted food brand should probably o er larger sizes; a brand targeting empty nesters or individuals with special needs should probably o er smaller sizes. Packaging for senior citizen brands should include larger, easy-to-read type. Professional service providers might package or bundle services together in a convenient way meeting typical customer needs. • Place refers to retail location, where convenience may be important. It also refers more broadly to where and how one might buy the product or service – for example, in-store versus online, perhaps ordering by phone for products and services requiring customization or where real-time Q&As are important. • Price should align with customer needs and expectations. An accountant or attorney targeting individuals with simple nancial lives should o er comfortably lower fees. Accountants or attorneys handling individuals with more complex nancial lives or estate planning needs have greater fee latitude. • Promotion includes advertising, other communications such as public relations or social media, as well as purchase incentives delivered in ads, instore, or wherever your business takes place. It is important not to over-promise, which can lead to customer disappointment and alienation as well as negative word-of-mouth and perhaps damaging social media. e whole marketing mix should be considered in tailoring the individual elements. It all needs to work together. Like a chiropractor, the smart marketer strives for alignment. Before helping his son found Halston Media, Kenneth Freeman earned his MBA from Harvard University and lead the marketing departments at major Fortune 500 corporations throughout his career. FREEMAN FROM PAGE 9 Hope you won’t get too jealous if I tell you about the exciting lifestyle I’m currently hooked into. Turn green, it’s coming on turkey mating season, and I know the best spot in Mahopac to watch those beautifully hideous birds do their love dance. I happen to be quite familiar with the turkey mating ritual, which is even more Darwinian and comical than Tinder. Trust me, guys, you wouldn’t want to be a turkey. e turkey column is coming, God willing, but to get inspired, I will rst have to read some of the other columnists employed by Halston Media. Whenever I read a good column, I get motivated to write a column of my own. It’s the same as when the person who bats before you hits a home run. You get up and want to hit one out of the park yourself. We had a columnist writing for Mahopac News who brought to life the comical realities of married life in suburbia. I still remember that she had a atulent dog named Monte and a gold sh named Larry. Community newspapers deserve a special niche: they’re personal. Open Mahopac News and you will in all likelihood see people you know, among both the living and the dead. e news is happening right outside your door. To be honest, I get almost as much pleasure from reading Mahopac News as I do from watching turkeys mate. I only wish Mahopac News would sign on a few younger columnists. I have never subscribed to the “with age comes wisdom” philosophy. Some of the dumbest people I know are old. And some of the smartest, most intuitive, wickedly funny observations have come to me from young people. With that, I would like to introduce you to Clara Sanchez. at’s her real name, the rst real name I have ever used writing these columns. For once my goal isn’t to protect the innocent but rather to promote Clara and other young writers. I should start by saying that Clara doesn’t want to be a writer anymore. at was last year. is year she wants to be an actress. I am Clara’s godfather and although my role is mostly ceremonial, I think she took to heart my suggestion that actors can be writers, too. She’s only 16. Next year she might want to play shortstop for the Pittsburgh Pirates. is year, when I got to their home in Pennsylvania, everyone in the Sanchez family was either out working or at school, except for Clara’s grandmother, Isabella. I feel like I know her from reading a story that Clara wrote last year- before she wanted to be an actress. Clara took an ordinary moment at the end of her story e sun is coming through the window! LORENZO GARO OF HUMAN INTEREST SEEGARO PAGE 11
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And just when I thought, “this is kind of weird,” I guessed that I was probably witnessing an event that happens all across America every afternoon: a young person arriving home safely from school. at’s the country we live in, and I admit never having fully realized its obscenity until that day. I never want to hear what any self-serving politician has to say about school shootings again. Have they ever been in a classroom, heard a back re or a loud bang and wanted to hide? I would like to hear in their own words- without the political bull- what young writers such as Clara have to say about arming teachers, race, sexuality.. their lives. I think Ron DeSantis and his feudal Republican cohorts are setting back science and education to the horse and buggy days. But I’d rather hear what young people have to say. I keep thinking of how interesting it would be if Mahopac News occasionally used high school students as columnists. High schools don’t only produce good football and basketball players. ey also produce good writers and scholars. Give them a chance to have a voice in the community. A recent study showed that one out of three teenage girls has contemplated suicide. ey have something to say, and it’s painfully clear that we have something to learn. I asked Clara to show me the story she wrote last year. It begins in Clara’s bedroom, her grandmother still asleep. Clara hears a slight rattle in her breathing that’s never been there, but by the end of the story it’s gone. “Grandma, wake up!“ Clara cries. “ e sun is coming through the window!” GARO FROM PAGE 10 Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday Mr. President, Happy birthday to you. I have to admit, it sounded better when Marilyn Monroe sang it, and that’s why I wrote it instead. As a nation, we used to celebrate Washington’s birthday, and some states added Lincoln’s birthday, and now we’ve opened it up to anyone elected to the o ce, and everyone gets to have their cake and eat it too, even if it isn’t really their birthday. Some states do not o cially observe President’s Day, probably because some sourpuss in the state legislature was angry that HE didn’t get the day o . is year I didn’t observe President’s Day, but only because I left my glasses in the other room. And now that it’s called “President’s Day,” it means any president is eligible to be honored, no matter what damn fool things they did. I’m willing to celebrate some presidents, but not the loser presidents. Certainly not one that lost TWO senate races. Oops, Lincoln did that. De nitely not a president who as a general lost more battles than he won. Oops, Washington did that. I refuse to extol a president who lost reelection. Oops, John Adams did that. I guess it’s more complicated than I thought. It made me wonder what makes an e ective president. Being able to assemble and lead a competent team would be one desirable trait. erefore I nominate a ticket of Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone, as long as they don’t raise ticket prices. Notably, Lincoln appointed a cabinet of political rivals who were known to have opinions contrary to his own. I guess it was the precursor to “ e Real Housewives of the Potomac,” only realer. Many presidents gained empathy by overcoming adversity. Franklin Roosevelt was diagnosed with polio in his 30s, and responded by founding an institute to help people with similar a ictions. e deaths of eodore Roosevelt’s wife and mother on the same day shaped his immersion into the cause of conservation that became part of his legacy. After Lyndon Johnson su ered a near-fatal heart attack, he devoted himself to the legislation of equal rights. I can understand this concept, because I overcame the cancellation of “Bosom Buddies” by trying to come up with a cure for eisoptrophobia, and I am still re ecting on that. A good president should have communications skills that move the constituency. A few years ago, I heard a speech and it made me want to move, but that’s not what I’m talking about. Sometimes just one memorable phrase sums up a president’s style, such as Obama’s “Yes we can,” or Eisenhower’s “Pessimism never won any battle,” or Donald Trump’s “Without passion you don’t have energy, without energy you have nothing.” It’s better if I don’t mention what he said right after that. How do the great presidents make crucial decisions that stand the test of time? Do they rely on the courage of their convictions? Do they enlist the opinions of their trusted advisors? I don’t know, I can’t decide. But in the Happy birthday, Mr. President RICK MELÉN MAN OVERBOARD SEEMELEN PAGE 12
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You can contact us at 845-208-0774 or email mahopacnews@ halstonmedia.com. heat of battle there usually isn’t time to wait around for revisionist history. Is their foreign policy rooted in history, science and learning from past mistakes? Or does it sometimes seem reminiscent of plot lines from “ e Avengers?” Is it consistent with itself and American core values or does it seem prone to mood swings like it’s been up all night drinking espresso and cheap wine at the same time? Finally, a president should be able to set a good example. I’ve compiled a list of things a president should not do, in order to maintain the respect of the people: A president should not use all caps, or more than one exclamation point, and I cannot stress this ENOUGH!!! A president should not watch “ e Bachelorette.” A president should not use Cheez Whiz outside the con nes of the White House. A president should not be seen patronizing any business with a name that uses a “Z” instead of an “S,” a “K” instead of a “C” or numbers instead of letters. A president should not use the word “amazeballs.” A president should not sing “Paradise by the Dashboard Light” at karaoke. I stopped compiling the list when I realized that it was a list of everything I would do, only as a joke I’m hoping. I have to destroy this document now because it’s classi ed. It’s classi ed as “GOOFY,” but technically that’s still a classi cation. Join Rick and No Options for some rock & roll at Back Nine in Cortlandt, Saturday, March 25, at 9 p.m.! Join Rick and Trillium for some love and harmony at Argonne Rose at Mohegan Lake, Friday, March 31, at 8 p.m.! Say hello at: [email protected] MELEN FROM PAGE 11 “Is he potty trained yet? How old is he? Is he wearing big boy undies or still wearing diapers? Isn’t it annoying to still have to buy diapers? Is he going pee pee on the potty yet? What about poopies?” I have heard it all and I could go on and on. Why? Just whyyyyyyyy is everyone so fascinated, opinionated and outspoken about when kids nally potty train? Now, let me just say, I know that in certain cases and for some programs, a child must be potty trained in order to attend. I get it, I do. Some parents have to go back to work earlier than others and they need their kids to be ready. I’m not talking about those circumstances. I’m talking about when a child who is living their best toddler life at home and someone comes along and has to put the pressure on. And that pressure hits both mommy and baby unnecessarily. Hey, maybe the mom and dad are the ones trying to make it happen because they’re done with diapers. To each their own and that is just ne! I am not in the business of judging and I de nitely won’t start now. But let’s say mom and baby are quite happy with the way things are. ey are happy going on their own timeline. Who is to say that their timeline is wrong? My daughter, Reagan, potty trained at 3-1/2 years old and my son, Johnny, was almost 4. I know some will think that’s too old (ahem, Mom). Luckily, I don’t care what people think about my parenting choices. To me, this was absolutely ne. I knew they would do it when they were ready. I had enough going on that I didn’t really feel like overwhelming myself (or my kids!) when the timing wasn’t right. I decided I would wait for the signs. I would let them show me when they were ready. Here’s what I noticed: • ey were both becoming more independent. ey would be able to do things for themselves and be able to let me know their needs through a conversation. And the cutest part was they were proud of themselves. • ey would tell me that their diapers were wet. “Mommy, I did a poopy in my butt!” • ey would sit on the potty and test it out. Sometimes they would even pull down their diapers and go on their own. Success! (And sometimes they would act like they never saw a toilet before). • ey were interested in the process and the possibility of rewards! I never made it stressful and I tried to never use shame. I learned early on that certain kids have physical issues that can impede their ability to use the bathroom, especially for No. 2. Constipation can be a total detriment to potty training. I’m Potty training on our timeline SEEDOOLEY PAGE 13 NICOLE DOOLEY MAMA EXPLAINS
THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 OPINION MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 13 not going to say I was perfectly patient through the process. When my middle guy’s fourth birthday was looming, there were a few times I lost my cool. “Why didn’t you tell me you had to go?!” is was after multiple poopie accidents multiple times a day for months straight, all while nursing a newborn in COVID quarantine, and no second set of hands. I would then cry afterwards and we’d cry together. I’m not proud of that time, but it’s the truth of what happened. ere were also some food intolerances in the mix that were unbeknownst to me at the time. I am currently in the midst of training my youngest, who just turned 3. And I use the term “training” loosely. When he wants to go on the potty, great! We make a big deal and he loves it. I casually ask him all day long if he has to go and he always says no. Fine. He’s busy playing and never wants to be bothered, so I let it go. But every now and then he’ll say that he has to go and proudly marches himself over to his little throne. It’s on his terms and that’s ne with me. Maybe you wanted to read this and get some useful strategies, tips and pointers on how to train your child in three days or over a long weekend. I wish I was one of those parents to say that I read all the books, trained them in a ash, brought the potty everywhere we went and put Cheerios in the toilet to aim at. But I just wasn’t. I waited until communication was solid and consistent between me and my kids. And that worked for us. I was happy, they were happy and it taught my kids that we could take on anything together as long as we worked as a team. So, Mom, stop asking me when Tristan is going to wear the Cocomelon undies you bought him. For now, he likes to wear them on his head. Nicole Dooley is a Somers mom who enjoys writing for her parenting blog. If you enjoyed her column, you can read more of her entries at www. mamaexplains.com or follow her on Instagram at @mamaexplains for relatable parenting tips and stories. Also, feel free to send her a message or a question at [email protected]. DOOLEY FROM PAGE 12 One touch of a button sends help fast, 24/7. alone I’m never Life Alert® is always here for me. I’ve fallen and I can’t get up! ® Help at Home sends help fast, 24/7. with GPS! Help On-the-Go For a FREE brochure call: 1-800-404-9776 Saving a Life EVERY 11 MINUTES Batteries Never Need Charging. 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. New Customers Only. 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Wayne says he couldn’t because he swore an oath. e prisoner retorts that an oath is only words. Wayne’s reply is: “Words are what men live by.” In America, until recently, a man’s word was his bond. e last sentence in the Declaration of Independence before each man attached his signature reads: “we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.” Patrick Henry stated: “I know what others may choose but as for me, give me liberty or give me death.” Finally, before he was executed, Nathan Hale said, “I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country.” Each of these individuals, and numerous others, lived and died by the words they uttered. Unfortunately, not all people believe or care that their word is sacred. We have politicians who have sworn an oath to guard the border, but fail to do so. ey have sworn to protect our citizens, but have no interest in protecting our weakest citizens – the unborn. ey have enriched themselves at the taxpayers’ expense. Moreover, the actual words they use are often lled with pure lies aimed at our children. In addition to teaching our children ideologies that are foreign to our beliefs (wokeism, intersectionality, etc.), they are scaring them to death with false beliefs about global warming and sexuality. I could go on, but will end with one more thought. e reason we are in this mess is more our fault than the left’s. Patrick Henry said it best: “It is when a people forget God, that tyrants forge their chains.” -John V. Nicolais Mahopac LETTER
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Sports PAGE 16 – MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 BY SKIP PEARLMAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER The Mahopac girls’ basketball team came out and took care of business early on its home court in last Thursday’s (2/23) Class A quarterfinal against No. 7 John Jay. Pressing its way to leads of 18-12 after one, 31-17 by halftime, and 41-26 after three, the Indians marched to a 66-37 victory. The win put No. 2 Mahopac (17–4) in Wednesday’s (3/1) Class A semifinal against No. 6 Walter Panas (17–5) at the Westchester County Center. The winner advanced to Saturday’s championship round. The last time the Indians were at the County Center was 2014, with a team that included current coach Mairead Hynes. The Indians lost that game, the Class AA semifinal, to Ossining. Section 1 basketball returns to the County Center this winter after a two-year hiatus due to Covid. The Indians faced Panas early in the season, and lost 60-46. But Hynes believes her team has come a long way since then. “Our defense has evolved,” Hynes said this week. “We have gotten better.” Mahopac‘s primary concern will be stopping Panas’ Cadence Nicholas and Sofia Tavares, who combined for 50 of the Panthers’ 60 points in that win. “They combined for a lot of Indians girls push past JJCR First County Center appearance since 2014 Fiona O’Boyle gets bumped by a Jay defender on her way to the basket. Lauren Beberman goes to the basket. Piper Klammer rises between a pair of Jay defenders. The Indians cheer from the sideline. PHOTOS: SKIP PEARLMAN The Mahopac Maniacs were out in full force to support the girls in their home playoff game. GIRLS BASKETBALL SEE BASKETBALL PAGE 17
THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 SPORTS MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 17 points, that was big,” Hynes said. “The question is - can we slow them down… And offensively we need to not rush, we need to settle in and play our game, not play their style.” Last Thursday, the Indians had too many weapons for John Jay (17–5) to deal with. Senior Lauren Beberman had her way, dropping 14 points, and grabbing seven steals and five rebounds. Kristina Rush added 12 points, including three three-pointers. Gianna Rispoli had nine points and six steals, Jess Sterbens added nine points and grabbed six rebounds, Fiona O’Boyle had eight rebounds to go with five points, and Piper Klammer chipped in with seven points. Mahopac‘s pressure forced lots of turnovers and had Jay on its heels all night. “The start we got was huge,” Hynes said. “We came out with energy and intensity. John Jay is a good team, so we had to come out and set the tone. We didn’t want to let them shoot any open threes. I thought we did a great job contesting shots. And offensively, we are a bigger team, so we got inside, and that opened space for our shooters.” “Rush was big from the threepoint line, and that opened up the inside for us,” Hynes added. “That was very impactful. Lauren was great off the dribble, and hit from the three-point line as well. She was hitting on all cylinders. O’Boyle and Sterbens anchored us low, and Gianna also had a big game for us.” The Mahopac-Panas Mar. 1 Semifinal took place after this article went to press. BASKETBALL FROM PAGE 16 ‘Our defense has evolved, we have gotten better.’ Mairead Hynes Mahopac Basketball Head Coach PHOTO: SKIP PEARLMAN The Indians make their first trip to the County Center since 2014, back when Coach Mairead Hynes was a player. Securities offered through Cantella & Co., Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Cantella and Co., Inc. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. 2022 was a CRAZY YEAR! 845-628-5400 SFGtaxes.com | [email protected] 824 Route 6, Suite 4 | Mahopac, NY 10541 We can help make your taxes less crazy.
PAGE 18 – MAHOPAC NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 The New York Press Association, the trade association for newspapers in New York, is seeking a talented college creator to be our chief TikTok officer for the summer. The internship will pay a net take-home stipend of $2600 and weekly schedules/work hours are negotiable. We are seeking a candidate who uses the app daily and understands what resonates. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest to [email protected] explaining their qualifications and expertise. Include the name of the college you attend, expected year of graduation, and the names of three references — at least one of whom is one of your professors or instructors. Attaching sample videos encouraged. Application deadline is April 1, 2023. PA New York Press Association NOW HIRING: The New York Press Association, the trade association for newspapers Savvy intern who can make TikTok hits OPEN HOUSE MARCH 16 | 5−7 PM 200 BOCES DRIVE – YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION The Career and Technical Education Center o ers over 40 courses to high school students from 18 districts in Putnam and Northern Westchester. COMMUNICATIONS CAREER ACADEMY CONSTRUCTION CAREER ACADEMY COSMETOLOGY CAREER ACADEMY ENGLISH AS A NEW LANGUAGE HEALTH CAREER ACADEMY HOSPITALITY CAREER ACADEMY TRANSPORTATION CAREER ACADEMY Fore More Information: (914) 248-2427 Last weekend (2/24-2/25), Mahopac’s Joe Ramirez (118 lbs.) and Charles Pryzmylski (102 lbs.) traded in the blue and yellow singlets for the Section 1 colors as they represented the Southern Hudson Valley at the NYSPHSAA Division I Championships in Albany, N.Y. e senior Ramirez had a solid rst day at the MVP Arena. After receiving a rst-round bye, he fell in a sudden victory to Tyler Whiteley of Burnt Hills, but then ended the afternoon with a 5-3 decision against Sachem East’s Mikey Tietjen. Ramirez nished his tournament the next day with a consolation defeat to Brockport’s Richard Wood in another sudden victory. Przymylski, only a freshman, showed major promise at Albany. He won his rst two matches; e rst in a 6-4 decision against Conner Gu ey of Webster omas, before scoring an impressive 5-2 comeback win vs. Jon Testa of Hilton. In his nal match of the day, Przymylski put up a great ght against Carthage’s Ryan Munn, but came up short in the 6-3 decision. Coming back the next day, Przymylski saw his weekend end in a 13-4 majority loss to Trevor DellaPenta of HambergEden. Ramirez, Pryzmylski take on States PHOTOS: CHRIS BALL Joe Ramirez (118 lbs.) went 3-2 overall at States, with two byes. Charles Pryzmylski showed what he was made of at States, going 2-2 overall with a quarterfi nals appearance. Ramirez, Pryzmylski and many other neighboring rivals came together to represent Section 1. WRESTLING SEE WRESTLING PAGE 20
THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 SPORTS Hosting the Section 1 Championships at Mahopac High School, the Indians’ cheer squad put on one last show for their home crowd this winter. e ‘Pac competed in the coed division, placing third behind champion North Rockland and runner-up New Rochelle. Mahopac hosts Sectionals MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 19 PHOTOS: TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL CHEERLEADING www.summertrailsdaycamp.com 914.245.1776 CURRENTLY HIRING STAFF! CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION March 23, 2023 | 6:00 – 9:00 pm WALDEN GYM, 200 BOCES DRIVE, YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598 REGIONAL UNION INFORMATION EVENT CARPENTRY HVAC ARCHITECTURE ELECTRICITY PLUMBING URBAN FORESTRY WELDING MASONRY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected] JOIN US AND MEET LOCAL UNIONS AND EMPLOYER PARTNERS REGISTER HERE! Learn About Career Opportunities with Union Apprenticeships
PAGE 20 – MAHOPAC NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 WHY DO WE ADVERTISE IN HALSTON MEDIA’S LOCAL NEWSPAPERS? TO ADVERTISE WITH US, CALL BRETT FREEMAN AT (845) 208-8151 We’ve advertised with Halston newspapers since the beginning because we know they connect us to the communities we serve. We view our ads as an extension of word-of- mouth advertising; they have definitely played a role in our continued success with both new and returning families. -Jamie Sirkin Summer Trails Day Camp & Baseball Camp To The Student-Athlete Parents (and Coaches) Coaches, please also send us information, including any quotes praising the student-athletes! Help Us Cover YOUR TEAM! Coaches, CONTACT US AT [email protected] with your GAME/MATCH/MEET PHOTOS! join Lauren, Colleen and Rick and bring a li� le harmony to your next event! musical vocal group playing an eclec� c mix of favorites, old and new [email protected] 914-248-5135 PHOTOS: CHRIS BALL Pryzmylski got out of tough positions all weekend to score major points. WRESTLING FROM PAGE 18 PHOTOS: CHRIS BALL Sports Deadline The sports deadline for Mahopac News is the Sunday before the next publication date. Varsity coaches should submit results and information by e-mail to sports@ halstonmedia.com. All youth sports and recreational sports items should also be submitted to the same e-mail address by the Thursday before the next publication date. Your business card could be here. Call Brett Freeman at 845-208-8151 to find out how.
THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 LEISURE MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 21 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. Relaxing place 4. Plant by scattering 7. A type of explorer 12. Unique traits 15. Lady 16. Dismayed 18. Railway 19. Type of whale 20. Sodium 21. Manning and Lilly are two 24. Where golfers begin 27. Entrapped 30. Influential punk artist 31. Hebrew calendar month 33. Car mechanics group 34. Undesirable rodent 35. Minneapolis suburb 37. Witch 39. Get free of 41. A written proposal or reminder 42. British School 44. Country on west coast of Africa 47. Cool! 48. Information 49. __ route 50. Jim Nantz’s network 52. Something to register (abbr.) 53. Give cards incorrectly 56. One who’s learning on the job 61. Stevenson adventure novel 63. Taking careful notice 64. CNN’s founder 65. Speak badly of CLUES DOWN 1. A person with unusual powers of foresight 2. Single sheet of glass 3. Portrays a character 4. Expresses happiness 5. Acquires 6. “The Martian” author 7. Degree 8. 60-minute intervals 9. A detective’s pal 10. Group of nations (abbr.) 11. Popular Georgia rockers 12. Fencing swords 13. Basement 14. Samoan monetary unit 17. Male parent 22. Finnish lake 23. A smooth fabric 24. Arctic explorers (abbr.) 25. Mild yellow Dutch cheese 26. Very willing 28. Expressed pleasure 29. Lasso 32. Hindu model of ideal man 36. Move your head in approval 38. Ill-__: gained illegally 40. Die 43. Accused publicly 44. Precious stone 45. Individual thing or person 46. Behaved in a way that degraded 51. Derogatory term 54. No seats available 55. Liability 56. Popular beverage 57. Tough outer skin of fruit 58. __ Spumante (Italian wine) 59. Troubles 60. Negative 62. Camper Ravioli can tempt the taste buds. Ravioli are perfect pillows of pasta fi lled with cheese or other ingredients. Ravioli can be dressed with many different sauces, or even be battered and fried for a savory appetizer. This recipe for “Brown Butter-Balsamic Ravioli” from “Rachael Ray 50: Memories and Meals from a Sweet and Savory Life” (Ballantine Books) enables home cooks to be as invested in their ravioli meals as they care to be. The abbreviated version of this recipe below offers the Brown Butter-Balsamic Sauce, which can be served on top of store-bought ravioli. Otherwise, you can make ravioli from scratch. The ingredients for a Basic Egg Pasta follow. Create ravioli with ease Brown ButterBalsamic Ravioli Serves 4 6 tablespoons butter Finely chopped fresh fl at-leaf parsley or 16 sage leaves 2 tablespoons balsamic drizzle (or reduce 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon [packed] light brown sugar down to 2 tablespoons thickened vinegar) 1 pound ravioli, homemade or store-bought Toasted pine nuts, chopped hazelnuts, or walnuts (optional) Grated Pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook ravioli until desired tenderness. While ravioli are boiling, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter in 1-tablespoon tabs and melt. Add the sage, if using, and cook the butter for 2 to 3 minutes, until nutty and deeply golden. Remove the sage to a paper towel-lined plate. Remove the butter from the heat and add the balsamic drizzle or reduced balsamic. Add the sauce and about 1/2 cup salty cooking water from the pasta to the ravioli to coat evenly. Top with nuts, if using, sage or parsley, and pass more cheese. Basic Egg Pasta Makes 4 servings 4 cups super-fi ne Italian fl our or 3 cups AP fl our, plus more for rolling. 1 teaspoon kosher salt or fi ne sea salt 2 large eggs plus 3 large yolks, at room temperature About 1 teaspoon extravirgin olive oil (EVOO) 1 to 3 tablespoons warm water On a large work surface, mound the fl our and season with salt, then use your hands to push the fl our away from the center of the mound to form a well at the center. In a bowl, whip up the whole eggs, egg yolks, and EVOO and add to the well. Using a fork and working around the perimeter of the well, slowly combine the fl our with the eggs and oil until they are incorporated and absorbed. Start to knead the shaggy dough once you get to the outside of the well. If the pasta dough will not come together, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of warm water. When the dough forms, place it in a bowl and then clean the work surface. Knead the dough on a lightly fl oured surface in one direction, away from your body, forming a wave or shell out of the dough. Ball it up, knuckle-knead fi rmly, then repeat, turning the dough at a 45-degree angle, then starting the knead all over again. Knead the dough for at least 15 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic. (It will look shaggy for a while; don’t worry it will get smooth! Just keep at it!) Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let stand an hour or so, or wrap and chill it overnight, bringing it back to room temperature to prepare. Use this dough to make your favorite pasta.
PAGE 22 – MAHOPAC NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 urges them to stand up and speak out when someone is being targeted. At her presentations and discussions around the region, Resnick, a former high school teacher, hands out keychains with inspirational affirmations like “I believe in me,” or “Good things are coming my way;” messages that could be applied to the student or passed along to someone else in their lives. As for a community’s responsibility, which includes school staff, families, friends— and really all of us, she said, it is imperative that kids and adults are encouraged to come forward when they learn of bullying behaviors that might be taking a toll on someone. “Some kids report it to their parents who think it is none of their business and they should just stay out of it,” Resnick added. “But we have to make bullies understand the impact that it has on kids and we have to let those who are being bullied know that they are worth so much, that it does get better—and they will never be alone.” For more information, visit shanesimaginenation.org. IMAGINE FROM PAGE 6 collection and, by far the biggest chunk, school taxes. “I am proud to officially sign this important legislation into law, providing real results and financial relief for our hard-working volunteer first responders,” Byrne said in a press statement. “This is government at its best; supporting and giving back to those who do the selfless work of protecting their communities and neighbors. I thank all those volunteer first responders who attended yesterday’s event, as well as the county legislators who voted unanimously to pass this law.” Byrne said the change to tax law was made possible after Governor Hochul signed into law A10155A, which was co-sponsored by Byrne (as an Assemblyman) and Michael Lawler, who currently represents Putnam County in the U.S. Congress. The legislation standardizes and simplifies the existing tax breaks, which allowed Putnam County to offer the tax exemption, Byrne said. Proponents of the measure said it would both reward volunteers for their service and encourage others to volunteer. “Credit to my colleagues in the legislature for moving on this quickly so we could ensure volunteers have an opportunity to receive this tax exemption this year,” said Putnam County Legislative Chairman Paul Jonke. “This exemption recognizes our volunteers and recognizes how dependent we are on our volunteers. We rely on them to keep us safe and with this simple recognition, it’s a token of our thanks.” In order to qualify for the tax exemption, individuals must demonstrate five years of service and provide a certificate from his or her organization that they are an eligible enrolled member. STATE OF THE COUNTY SET FOR MARCH 9 Byrne also announced that he will present the 2023 State of the County address to the Putnam County Legislature and county department heads on Thursday, March 9, at 7 p.m. The address will take place at the Putnam County Historic Courthouse in Carmel Hamlet. The presentation will be live-streamed at PutnamCountyNY.com. TAX FROM PAGE 1 in sizes 4-5-6, laundry detergent and cleaning products, toilet paper, napkins, and paper towels. You can drop off donations during Coffee Hour Fellowship (Sundays, 11 a.m.) and enjoy a cup of coffee with members of the congregation, or come at 10 a.m. for church and stay for Coffee Hour. First Presbyterian Church of Mahopac is located at 411, Route 6N; donations can be dropped off at the church library on Secor Road (use the single door entrance on the left). For more information email: office@ mahopacchurch.org. Tax donation receipts available upon request. Board Meeting Rescheduled The date of the Mahopac Public Library Board meeting has been changed from Feb. 23 to Thursday, March 2 at 6:30 p.m. MSA Pre-K Soccer Registration for the Mahopac Sports Association’s Pre-K soccer clinic is open. This six-week co-ed program is open to children who will be attending kindergarten in September. Sessions will take place at Baldwin Meadows Park from 4:30-5:30 every Tuesday from April 25 - May 30. All participants will receive a soccer shirt and a soccer ball. Please make sure your child wears shin guards and cleats/sneakers. Pre-K Registration will end on April 14. MSA is also looking for high school volunteers to at its PreK clinic. For more information and to register for this or other MSA programs, visit msas ports.org/soccer and msasports.org/registration. 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Arts. of Org. filed w/ SSNY 2/23/18. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copies of any process served against LLC to 104 Delancey Road, North Salem, NY 10560. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICES Notice of Formation of LOPEZ BRO'S AND PAWS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2022-07-01. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to MARIO LOPEZ: 2 ROGERS LANE CARMEL NY 10512. Purpose: Any lawful purpose Notice of Qualification of ATT Concepts, LLC. Certificate of Authority filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023-01- 04 Office location: Putnam County. Limited Liability Company (LLC) formed in DE on 2023-01-01. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. 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Purpose: Any lawful purpose The Mahopac Central School District Board of Education has modified the meeting schedule as follows: Meeting Date Type of Meeting Time Location April 13, 2023 Work Session 6:00 PD Room, Falls April 18, 2023 Regular Board Meeting 7:00 MHS Auditorium April 25, 2023 Special Meeting Date 7:00 Falls School May 4, 2023 Annual Budget Hearing 7:00 MHS Auditorium For further information, please contact Melody LaRocca, District Clerk at [email protected] Notice of Formation of 72BHH LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023-02-19. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to The Limited Liability Company: 50 Fields Lane Brewster NY 10509. Purpose: Any lawful purpose Notice of Formation of Autumn Candles LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023- 01-30. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Autumn Martin: 9 Courtney Lane Brewster NY 10509. Purpose: Any lawful purpose Notice of Formation of EW Fairview Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023-01-02. Office location: Putnam County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to United States Corperation Agents, Inc.: 7014 13 th Avenue, Suite 202 Brooklyn NY 11228. Purpose: Any lawful purpose NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to Chapter 142 of Local Law #2, 1982 Entitled “Trees”, the Environmental Conservation Board of the Town of Carmel will hold a public hearing on: MARCH 16, 2023 – 7:30 P.M. AT CARMEL TOWN HALL On the following application: Bullet Hole Farms Inc. The property location is 360 Bullet Hole Road, Mahopac, NY 10541; Tax Map #53.17-1-39, total land area involved is 53 acres. The trees to be harvested are hardwood trees ranging in size from 10” to 48” in diameter with a total of 739 to be removed (14 trees per acre). All citizens may be heard for or against said application. All paperwork associated with this application is on file at Town Hall and may be inspected by any interested party Monday through Friday during normal business hours by calling the secretary to the Environmental Conservation Board. 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THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023 MAHOPAC NEWS – PAGE 25 Mahopac Public Library has a full calendar over the next seven days. e nuclear power plant at Indian Point will be on the agenda Saturday, March 4 at 1 p.m., when author Brian Vangor (Your Neighbor, Jan. 26) discusses his new book “ e History of the Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant.” e book summarizes the entire history of Indian Point, from the Hudson-river locale’s 1920s use as a pleasure park to the mid-century construction of the power plant to the plant’s decommissioning in 2021. Vangor, who worked at the power plant for much of its history, writes about the construction and operation of all three Indian Point units and pays tribute to the extraordinary contributions made by the thousands of people who worked there over the decades. e talk is co-sponsored by Sustainable Putnam. Registration is requested; register online at www.mahopaclibrary.org, or call 845-628-2009, ext. 100. On March 6, Amy Tan’s novel “ e Kitchen God’s Wife” will be the subject of the March meeting of the library’s Monday Evening Book Group, a hybrid book club for adults that meets on the rst Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. You can pick up a copy of this book at the front desk or call 845-628-2009, ext. 100 to schedule a curbside pickup. is title is also available as an Audiobook on hoopla. e meeting will be held at the library, but those who prefer to attend virtually can contact Emily Wierzbowski at ewierzbowski@ mahopaclibrary.org to arrange a link up. Two events are scheduled for Tuesday, March 7. An afternoon presentation on the 10 Warnings Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease (1:00 p.m.) explains how early diagnosis gives Alzheimer’s su erers “the chance to make key decisions about treatment, care and planning, and the power to make choices about their own health and future,” organizers said. In addition to boosting awareness of the bene ts of early Alzheimer’s detection, the program provides information about memory loss and normal aging, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, the program will also cover risk factors, diagnostic process, and resources to help. Registration is required. Visit mahopaclibrary.org, or call 845-628-2009, ext. 100. At 6:30 pm, the library will be an information session as the library continues to seek volunteers for its Board of Trustees. Attendees can meet current board members and learn how to get involved. For more information, or to speak with the library director Michele Capozzella, please call 845-628-2009, ext. 107. Registration is requested; register online at mahopaclibrary.org, or call the number above, ext. 100. On Wednesday, March 8, at 6:30 p.m., the library will host a virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with John Kaprielian via Zoom. Participants are asked to create and share new poems each month. Poetry is read and discussed, providing feedback that is aimed to help each poet hone his or her craft. New members are welcome. Register online with a valid email address at mahopaclibrary.org to receive the Zoom link. This week at Mahopac Library March 24. Learn more at putnam. cce.cornell.edu/2023TreeShrub. Rental Arrears Help Volunteer residents of Putnam Progressives, in partnership with the Legal Services of the Hudson Valley, can help local tenants with rent debt, or in “rental arrears,” get money from New York’s ERAP (Emergency Rental Assistance Program). ese volunteers will be at the Gilead Presbyterian Church, 9 Church St., Carmel, from 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and from 1 to 5 p.m. Mondays. Renters from Putnam County are encouraged to come; volunteers can check your quali cations for money aid and apply you for rent relief. 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