Yorktown News 06.20.2024

INSIDE THIS WEEK’S PAPER! BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 46 CLASSIFIEDS 47 LEGAL NOTICES 44 LEISURE 36 OPINION 10 SPORTS 28 TOWN GREEN 4 VOL. 13 NO. 1 Visit News.HalstonMedia.com for the latest news. JUNE 20 – JULY 2, 2024 BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER Granite Knolls Recreation and Sports Complex and a section of East Main Street in front of Shrub Oak’s John C. Hart Library were renamed in honor of late Supervisor Tom Diana in two ceremonies on June 8. Diana, who died suddenly days after his inauguration last January, was pivotal in the creation of Granite Knolls and, as a Shrub Oak native, helped plant the library’s holiday tree and spearheaded other town events in the area. The Tom Diana Park at Granite Knolls Recreation and Sports Complex, located on Stony Street, is 15 acres of parkland with access to the Sylvan Glen and Granite Knolls trails. For the ceremonies, Diana’s family was joined by local dignitaries, including Highway Superintendent Dave Paganelli, Parks and Rec Superintendent Jim Martorano, former town supervisors Ilan Gilbert, Michael Grace, and Susan Siegel, Councilman Pat Murphy and Deputy Supervisor Sergio Esposito, town clerk Diana Quast, and town justice Gary Raniolo. “It’s been a hard five months for us as a family,” said Diana’s wife, Donna. “We miss him. He truly had Yorktown always on his mind and in his heart. He loved his community and we’re so proud to keep him alive [through the renaming].” Park and street renamed in honor of Tom Diana SEE TOM DIANA PAGE 45 BY EMILE MENASCHÉ EDITOR Yorktown school officials have issued an apology and offered a remedy after a graduating senior used the phrase “From the river to the sea” in their yearbook profile. The phrase has been a rallying cry during antisemitic protests on college campuses and is widely regarded as calling for the destruction of Israel. The American Jewish Committee calls it a “catch-all phrase symbolizing Palestinian control over the entire territory of Israel’s borders, from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea.” Speaking at Monday’s school board meeting, resident Brian Wolfson told the board the message should never have been allowed to appear in the yearbook, known as “The A-List.” “There’s a statement in that yearbook that was very hurtful to me considering [my] family history and [my] father who served after coming over here as an orphan from Russia to fight those issues,” Wolfson said. “I can’t believe that a student would put that in [the yearbook] who is educated Yorktown HS yearbooks printed with anti-Israel slogan SEE YEARBOOK PAGE 44

PAGE 2 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 SUSAN SIEGEL for Yorktown Town Board Special Election July 23rd AS A FORMER TOWN SUPERVISOR, COUNCILWOMAN, AND COMMUNITY ADVOCATE SUSAN Continues to oppose unneeded tax breaks for developers Modernized town’s financial systems Acquired Granite Knolls for parkland Led effort to adopt first Tree Law Led effort to defeat attempt to weaken Wetlands Law Got ALL Town Board and Planning Board meetings televised Led fight to ban ATVs from town parks and roads 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 54 YEARS OF SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY – AND STILL GIVING • Raised three children, reported on town affairs, earned a Master’s Degree, ran a small business, and always found time to participate in a wide range of town affairs. • As a retiree and widow, continues to make Yorktown her home and to contribute to her community. Election Day July 23 Early Voting July 13 - 21 susansiegel4yorktown.com susansiegel4yorktown Paid for by Susan Siegel "I will always advocate for YOU because YOU are the fabric of our community."

BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER For some, community service is a requirement or an expectation. For Jim Poulin, though, making a difference in the lives of others is at the root of who he is. “It’s a special kind of feeling knowing that I’m making a difference for a lot of people,” he said. Poulin and his wife, Denise, joined the Yorktown Lions Club in the spring of 2015 because they had “had time they wanted to spend volunteering.” “We wanted to give back to our community on a bigger scale than what we were already doing,” Poulin said. Well, the scale has exponentially grown in the nine years Poulin has been a Lion. He has gone from a club member to being named district governor. In this new role, Poulin will oversee 28 clubs in the area, which includes half of Westchester County, and all of Putnam and Rockland counties. Poulin said the appointment came after repeatedly being asked by Lions officials to consider it. Seeing the need for leadership throughout the district, he finally agreed to take the leap. Being immersed in the community is the best part of his journey as a Lion, he said, noting that the events and activities wind up becoming a means of growing relationships with others around town. Laughing, Poulin mentioned that it’s “great running into the police chief and having him know your name for a good reason.” Becoming district governor has been a natural progression for Poulin. In his second year as a Yorktown Lion, he took on the role of tail twister,  a board position where the club member is essentially in charge of fun. “It was a perfect fit… I like fun,” he said. From there, he moved up to first vice president the following year. Halfway through that year, he had to step in for the president who was having health issues. Eventually, Poulin was elected president. His tenure took place during the pandemic, a time he is particularly proud of. “We had something for the community to do every month, and they appreciated it a lot during that difficult time,” he said. Poulin said the club held some “reverse parades” where families were in their cars while Lions were on the outside dressed up for the holidays. When asked about his favorite moment during that period, Poulin said it was the holiday house decorating. Residents decorated their homes, registered online for a contest, and Lions drove around town judging winners who received gift cards from some local restaurants. He said it reminded him of when he was a boy and his family drove around town to go looking at Christmas lights. Poulin was born and raised in White Plains and graduated from Mercy College, now University, with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in mental health counseling. He is currently a professor at his alma mater. As a district governor, he had to choose from two of the Lions Club’s missions to focus on. Poulin says he picked childhood cancer and vision; a subject personal to him. Having always been legally blind in his right eye, Poulin began losing sight when he was 10. “After treatments, I would get some of the vision back, but never to where it was,” he said. Then, on Sept. 21, 2016, he woke up and couldn’t see. The treatments didn’t help, and he only saw light and dark, movement, and everything is a blur. He’s no longer able to recognize people by face anymore. “It’s funny.. most often it is their voice,” he said. “If I’m expecting to see someone I know there are other ways. Some have a certain type of walk that I can figure out. I’ve also gotten pretty good at looking people in the eye from where they’re talking from, or so I’m told.” Poulin said that watching television is difficult and he can’t read books anymore, but he does enjoy listening to books on his phone. On June 18, Poulin and his wife flew out to Australia to join district governor-elects from all over the world to be installed into their new positions. Poulin and his wife are a volunteering duo. They both co-chair the Relay for Life event in Yorktown. And this year marked their 31st year together fundraising for the American Cancer Society at the Relay. With Poulin’s vision challenges, wife Denise plays a part in his role as district governor. Following his one-year term as governor, Poulin will forever serve as past district governor. “I believe that in the end, you want to look back on your life and want to know you’ve made a difference,” he said. “I believe I have. Not having children of my own, I consider this the legacy I can leave to my nieces and nephews. I hope they find the joy from it that I have.” JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 3 Yorktown Lions’ Jim Poulin appointed district governor Jim Poulin at the 2024 Relay for Life. PHOTO: SOPHIA CASELNOVA Denise and Jim Poulin / PHOTO COURTESY OF YORKTOWN LIONS CLUB Hear him roar

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Subscriptions are complimentary for residents and businesses in the town. Out of town mail subscriptions are $150 per year for First Class Mail. TOWN GREEN Drop-off E-waste and More Yorktown will conduct an electronic waste/textile/tire drop-off day on Friday, June 21, from 7 a.m.-2:45 p.m. at the Yorktown Police Station Parking Lot, 2281 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights. For more information, email [email protected] or call (914) 245-4438. Family Movie Nights Yorktown’s Parks and Recreation Department will again be hosting their annual movie nights on Jack DeVito Veterans Memorial Field this summer. With the first showing on Friday June 21, the department invites residents to bring friends and family to enjoy “Barbie.” The other two movie nights are on Fridays July 26 and  August 30. All showings begin at sunset. Senior Committee Date Change The next Yorktown Senior Advisory meeting has been rescheduled from  Friday, June 21 to Friday, June 28, at its usual Town Hall location (363 Underhill Ave., Yorktown Hgts.).  After an executive session at noon, the meeting will be open to the public at 1 p.m. Learn more at yorktownny.org/ bc/senior-advisory-committee. Fireman’s Carnival and Parade The Yorktown Heights Engine Company No. 1 Carnival kicks off on Wednesday, June 26, and runs through June 30. Hours are Wednesday-Friday, 3-11 p.m., Saturday 2-11 p.m., and Sunday, 2-9 p.m. The parade will start at 7 p.m. on June 26 (line up at 6 p.m.). As always, the carnival will feature rides, food, treats and games. Yorktownfire.org Pride Parade Yorktown For Justice (YFJ) is hosting the Fourth Annual Northern Westchester-Yorktown  Pride  event on Saturday, June 29, offering a full slate of festivities celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.  Yorktown’s  Pride  Festival Celebration takes place at Railroad Park, 1826 Commerce Street in Yorktown Heights from noon - 4 p.m.  The Festival features performances (including drag), LGBTQ+ and ally speakers, information tables, community groups, kids crafts, and a wide selection of eclectic vendors.  All interested organizations and vendors are invited to table at the festival. Westchester’s only Pride March steps off from Railroad Park promptly at 1 p.m., arriving full circle back at Railroad Park. Visit yorktownforjustice.org for more information. 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JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 5 • Donna is a 35-year resident of the Yorktown hamlet of Shrub Oak • Donna was married for 30 years to late Town Supervisor Tom Diana • Donna and Tom raised two daughters, who were educated in Lakeland Central School District • Donna is a former small-business owner of Comfort Heating, Inc., where her people skills benefited customer relations VOTE DONNA DIANA SPECIAL ELECTION Vote Tuesday, July 23, 2024 A VOTE FOR DONNA DIANA IS A VOTE FOR YOURSELF Paid for by Friends for Donna Diana THE PEOPLE’S CANDIDATE FOR TOWN COUNCIL Who Is Donna Diana? • Donna is a people person who loves to listen, ask questions and work toward consensus because no one person has all the answers • Donna wants Yorktowners to tell her what they think and what they want for our town • Donna is a passionate advocate for public safety (Tom Diana had a long career in law enforcement) • Donna is a doer for whom no job is too big or too small • Donna is devoted to volunteerism, community service and quality of life in our community • FUN FACT! Donna dressed as a reindeer for the community Christmas Tree Lighting In other words, Donna is one of you.

PAGE 6 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 The Garden Club of Yorktown (GCY) has gained approval to install a demonstration garden at the Veteran Memorials Circle (VMC), formerly known as Patriot Park. After the GCY presented a plan to replace the parks’s lawn and non-native, invasive plants with a new garden, Yorktown’s Parks & Recreation Commission gave a unanimous thumbs up to the project last month. “We loved the idea,” said Recreation Superintendent Jim Martorano.“It’s the right thing to do. Our only concern was logistics – maintenance, water, and cost.” The Parks Department and GCY have now worked out those details. The Veterans Advisory Committee, an integral part of VMC, also got behind the project. Maj. Michael Sheridan of VFW Post 8328 said, “Planting an all-American garden is a perfect tribute.” Explaining the park is currently underutilized. “We expect the new design will revitalize the site,” Sheridan said. Heading up the project for GCY is Elana Goren, a New York Botanical Garden-trained hobbyist whose own property has hosted tours of Pollinator Pathways, an organization that promotes pesticide-free, native plant corridors. “We’re planning the garden to set an example for the community on the importance of using native landscaping to support local pollinators and birds,” Goren said. “When people see how beautiful native plants are, we hope they’ll be inspired to use them in their own yards.” The garden will be completed in phases over the next several years and will feature signage that identifies plants and information links to the GCY website. This summer, GCY volunteers will prepare the garden for fall planting. The initial cost estimate is $10,000. GCY is seeking donations from local businesses and community members. To donate to the VMC Project, visit gardenclubofyorktown.org. Article courtesy of the Garden Club of Yorktown Veteran Circle garden to feature native species From left, Parks Commission Chair Matt Talbert, Foreman Dominic Monopoli, Superintendent Jim Martorano, Elana Goren, Renee Fogarty, Pat Frank, Lou Ann O’Brien, Anu Varghese, and Sharon Chase. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE GARDEN CLUB OF YORKTOWN

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PAGE 8 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER In their mission to raise awareness and recognize Lupus Awareness Month, mother and daughter Cheryl and Brittany Sanchez held their third annual Spring Networking Mixer and Fundraiser Event on the patio of The Gramercy in Yorktown last month. “We are so grateful for all the support we receive from our local community, especially from small businesses like The Gramercy,” Brittany Sanchez said. “Hosting events like this helps to not only raise funds but also raise awareness within our own community and beyond.” The mixer brought people together to discuss the disease, as well as other conditions while enjoying a meal and purple cocktails; purple is the color designated for lupus awareness. Brittany was diagnosed with lupus after two years of struggling with constant exhaustion, colds, viruses, and bacterial infections. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of the body, especially skin, joints, and internal organs. Every May, in addition to their mixers, the duo holds a fundraising event at Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park in Yorktown. They said they began hosting the fundraiser two years ago after realizing that there wasn’t anything in the Westchester County/Hudson Valley area bringing awareness to the disease. While May has ended, their fundraising efforts have not. To donate to their fundraising efforts, visit give.lupusresearch.org/ team/581270. Mixer held by lupus warrior aims to raise awareness People gathered on the patio at The Gramercy for the mixer. PHOTO: SOPHIA CASELNOVA A Poughkeepsie couple were arrested last week after police say they burglarized a Yorktown residence back in April. Police said that on the morning of April 15, Salvatore and Audra Daniele broke into the home and stole property worth less than $1,000. Both were arrested on June 6 and charged with second-degree burglary, a Class C felony, and petit larceny, a Class A misdemeanor. Salvatore Daniele, 41, was remanded to Westchester County Corrections and Audra, 38, was released on her own recognizance. - Sophia Caselnova Police charge two in Yorktown burglary 25% NOT VALID ON INSURANCE ORDERS OFF SUMMER SALE 26 Triangle Center Yorktown Hts, NY 10598 914-245-6138 Homerricheye.com CELEBRATE SUMMER Mention this ad to get your discount Everything Refuse & Recycling Department • 2279 Crompond Road www.Yorktownny.org/refuserecycling Questions?: (914) 245-4438 TOWN OF YORKTOWN REVISED SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 1ST – 5TH REMINDER: Recyclables in Plastic Bags will not be collected! DUAL-STREAM RECYCLING COLLECTIONS: THURSDAY COLLECTIONS WILL BE PICKED UP ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 3RD All other collections will remain the same KITCHEN TRASH COLLECTIONS: THURSDAY COLLECTIONS WILL BE PICKED UP ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 3RD All other collections will remain the same fifffflffiffflffiflffifflffffifflffffff fffi fflfflfflflff

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PAGE 10 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2024 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 Yorktown News or its affiliates. Submissions must include a phone number and address for verification. Not all letters and op-eds will necessarily be published. Letters and op-eds which cannot be verified or are anonymous will not be published. Please send your submissions to the editor by e-mail at [email protected]. For more information, call the editor at (914) 302-5830 BRETT FREEMAN, PUBLISHER EMILE MENASCHÉ, EDITOR TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL, CREATIVE DIRECTOR Editorial Office: (914) 302-5830 [email protected] Happily Ever After Last week, the State Legislature officially concluded the 2024 state legislative session. Of the 804 bills passed this year, more than 420 were approved during the session’s final week and left many Hudson Valley residents wondering what exactly transpired during the session’s final hours. First, I am deeply disappointed that the Democrat majorities in both the State Senate and Assembly failed to tackle the issues that are most important to New Yorkers, including the unending affordability crisis, rising crime and the influx of more than 200,000 illegal immigrants into our state. There are common sense solutions that I have proposed to each of these situations, but the New York Citydominated majority conferences in each chamber are more interested in appeasing the liberal interest groups that fill their campaign war chests and support their campaigns.   While I believe the State Legislature should have accomplished more, Democrats and Republicans did successfully work together to address specific problems confronting children and senior citizens. This spring, I met with a group of school superintendents who pointed to the impact social media has on our children and the need for action, starting with the addictive algorithms social media companies utilize. This concern is also frequently raised by fellow parents across my district, which is why I joined a bipartisan group of legislators to pass the SAFE for Kids Act and the New York Child Data Protection Act. This legislation will protect kids under the age of 18 from addictive feeds and stop online sites from collecting and using data from minors. Many seniors have little alternative but to bear the high cost of prescription drugs. And for those living on fixed incomes, spiraling energy costs can overwhelm monthly budgets. At the end of the legislative session, I was pleased to help pass A.9369A, to automatically identify and enroll senior citizens who qualify for the Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage program (EPIC) and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). These are two highlysuccessful state programs and streamlining access to these services will greatly expand the number of seniors who receive the financial support for which they are eligible. No senior should be placed in a financially vulnerable position by high drug costs and utility bills. Finally, I was proud to write and pass the Detective Brian Simonsen’s Law, mandating that cell phone carriers limit or disable services to a stolen device once notified of the theft. The legislation is named in honor of NYPD Detective Simonsen, who was fatally wounded responding to a cell phone store robbery in New York City. I was also pleased to co-sponsor and help pass the nation’s first legislation providing oversight of state agencies’ use of Artificial Intelligence technology. This area is evolving and advancing at an unbelievable rate and we must ensure the AI technology that is utilized by state government has the proper guardrails and oversight to protect personal privacy and truly benefit all New Yorkers. I believe New Yorkers want a functioning government where Democrats and Republicans can see a problem, work together and offer solutions to help those we represent. While this is too often the exception rather than the rule in Albany, I am proud of the important progress we achieved at the end of the legislative session. Now that I am back in my district office full time, I look forward to meeting with as many of my constituents as possible and continuing my work to best serve you. Matt Slater was elected to the New York State Assembly in 2022. The 94th Assembly District includes parts of Putnam and Westchester counties, including the towns of Kent, Patterson, Putnam Valley, Carmel, Southeast, Somers, and Yorktown, as well as the village of Brewster. End-of-session legislative wrap-up Bipartisan efforts addressed problems confronting kids and seniors MATT SLATER ASSEMBLYMAN Siegel will bring diversity of thought to the Town Board Dear Editor, For the past several years the Town of Yorktown has been a one-party government. On key issues such as ethics reform, land development, solar arrays, tree preservation and others, there has been little difference of opinion at the Town Board level. The board votes as a unified block. Every outcome is predictable. It is time to end this. On July 23, former Supervisor and Town Board member Susan Siegel is on the ballot to again sit on the board. She brings with her many years of community involvement and citizen advocacy. And as anyone who has read her columns or watched her Town Board comments on public access knows, Susan is fearless. She puts in the hours, and she comes prepared. Having worked with her on several town issues, including ethics reform and revisions to our tree law, I have seen first-hand her commitment to Yorktown.  Editor’s Note Yorktown News has published 100% of the letters we received since the last edition. Additionally, we made minor edits to two letters, including one in support of Donna Diana and one in support of Susan Siegel, due to what we felt were comments that got too personal and a claim that was disputed by others. We aim to be fair to all. Additionally, our July 3rd issue is the last issue before the special election for Town Board, and we will only publish positive endorsements in that edition. LETTERS SEE LETTERSPAGE 12

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PAGE 12 – YORKTOWN NEWS OPINION JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 LETTERS FROM PAGE 10 In Susan, we have an opportunity to add a smart, experienced voice to our Town Board. I urge you to vote for her in this special election. -Timothy Glass Yorktown Heights Siegel showed audacity to attend Granite Knolls’ renaming Dear Editor, On Saturday, June 8, many people attended the ceremony renaming Granite Knolls in honor of our late Supervisor, Tom Diana. As I exited my car, walking to the sign dedication, I saw Donna Diana’s opponent, Susan Siegel. I was appalled knowing how she felt about the renaming of Granite Knolls. Town Clerk Diana Quast asked for my assistance in collecting signatures all over Yorktown to rename the park. I personally went to Ms. Siegel’s home and asked her to sign the petition. She flatly refused. Indisputable fact. Yet she had the colossal nerve to attend the ceremony giving the impression that she was in favor of the renaming. What shameless audacity! In stark contrast, all the others who attended the ceremony were there with genuine love and respect for the family of the late Tom Diana. We miss you, Tom! -Jo-Ann Sillik Yorktown Heights Asking for your vote Dear Editor, My name is Elliot Krowe, and I am proud to be a 50-year resident of Yorktown. For the past 35 years, I have been an active member of the Yorktown Democratic Committee. During my entire membership, I have consistently served as a District Leader. I have also had the honor of serving as Chairman of the Committee on three occasions and have been the incumbent NYS Democratic Committee representative for the 94th Assembly District for the past eight years. Throughout my tenure, I have faithfully represented our community and worked closely with my counterpart from Somers, Christine Robbins. My efforts and dedication have fostered strong relationships with the Westchester County Democratic Committee and the Northern Westchester Democratic Coalition. These relationships have been instrumental in securing judicial nominations for Yorktowners and in electing Democrats to town, county and state positions. I have also assisted with many local campaigns, often resulting in the election of Democratic candidates. As I stand for re-election in the upcoming primary on June 25, I am asking for your support. My long-standing commitment and efforts demonstrate my capability as the best candidate for this role. I am confident that my experience and reputation will allow me to continue rebuilding and strengthening the relationship with the county and state infrastructure, ultimately benefiting Yorktown. Please remember to vote on June 25, and I kindly ask for your support by casting your ballot for me, Elliot Krowe, as your NYS Democratic Party Representative. Thank you for your consideration. -Elliot Krowe NYS Democratic Party Representative It’s good the town decided not to regulate e-bikes Dear Editor, As a parent whose son and his friends ride e-bikes, I’m glad the Town Board removed e-bikes from the proposed law banning ATVs. As a parent, I know it’s my responsibility to remind my son that he should be mindful of pedestrians when riding his bike and this is not something that should need law enforcement intervention. I want to thank the volunteers from the New York New Jersey Trail Conference and the Yorktown Trail Town Committee, especially its president Susan Siegel, for their persistence in lobbying the Town Board, to change the law. I hope the board will consider a designated space for ATVs to ride safely and bike lanes throughout town so that pedestrians can remain safe and bike and ATV riders can enjoy their transportation without being ticketed. -Zubaidah Jackson Shrub Oak I’m voting for Lieberman in the June 25 primary Dear Editor, Woody Allen said, “Ninety percent of success in life is just showing up.” Certainly, we need someone who is dedicated enough to regularly attend meetings as a representative from Yorktown for the New York State Democratic Committee. Unfortunately, this has not been the case over the last few years.   Mark is a leader in the Yorktown Democratic Committee and has actively worked to support all Democratic candidates from the area. I have gotten to know Mark over the last few years and have found that he has the attributes necessary to represent our constituency. He eagerly listens to peoples’ perspectives and feedback, works to keep people informed and involved about all Democratic activities, events and issues, and treats everyone with dignity.   The New York State Democratic Committee is a critical organization focused on getting Democratic candidates elected at all levels of government from the Town Clerk to the President of the United Sates. The committee works to build membership, raise fund and support important quality of life SEE LETTERSPAGE 14 LOCATIONS: Baldwin Place • 44 Route 118 • (845) 628-7900 Croton Falls • 1 Center St • (914) 769-3206 Find out why Joe Ferone of Proper Service needs to be YOUR Go-To Automotive Service Center! 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Mark is extremely well qualified, understands our issues and needs, will persevere to make sure that they are addressed statewide by the committee, and will transparently share their feedback regarding our concerns.   Mark is campaigning to be our representative to the New York State Democratic Committee and deserves our support. June 25 is the primary date and early voting has begun. Since this is a position for the New York State Democratic Committee, the winner of the primary vote will be our state representative. I urge all Yorktown and Somers Democrats to vote for my neighbor and friend Mark Lieberman so that we can be actively represented by a man who is dedicated to serving the Democratic constituency. -Kenneth Morris Yorktown Heights Siegel will keep rural character of Yorktown Dear Editor, You can’t have it both ways. You can’t have a beautiful, family-friendly town and an industrial city at the same time. And that, unfortunately, is where we’re headed. You can’t just allow developers to cut down thousands of trees, pave over wetlands, allow giant solar farms and multi apartments/ town homes where there used to be a single home and a forest and think we’re headed in the right direction. We are not. The deforestation and dense building you’ve experienced recently will be added to shortly with several new housing developments, an (expanded?) lithium battery plant, more roads and a huge recycling facility, which are all presently - forests. And it won’t stop there. So, why is this happening? Because the leadership in Yorktown over the past 10 years has largely remained the same. Both the Yorktown Town Board and the Planning Board seem to work almost as one, with little opposition and unanimous decisions as they hand developers everything they ask. This is a pivotal moment. We need a different candidate, someone knowledgeable, discerning, educated and strong, elected to the Town Board for the upcoming Special Election on July 23. This is why I fully endorse Susan Siegel for this position. No one is more qualified for Councilperson at this time than Ms. Siegel, a longtime Yorktown resident, former Supervisor and for years, has attended all of the Yorktown Town Board meetings, remaining fully fluent in our laws and procedures. She cares about our families, environment and our future and knows how to get the right things done. Learn more at susansiegel4yorktown. com. Vote for the smart choice and the best voice! Vote Susan on July 23. -Jennie Sunshine Yorktown Heights GOP’s previous criticism of Mirchandani makes Siegel the perfect candidate for the Republicans Dear Editor, If experience, knowledge of the issues and a firsthand understanding of how town government works is important to you, (and it should be), then Susan Siegel deserves your vote in the upcoming special election to fill the vacancy on the Yorktown Town Board. The Republican party’s criticism of their opponents in last year’s election was that the Democratic candidates didn’t regularly attend board meetings, and they didn’t have “credentials” from previous involvement with other boards. If that criticism was valid then, it certainly applies to their own candidate now. In contrast, Susan Siegel is, and has been, a regular and active attendee of Town Board meetings for decades. She has previously served as the Town Supervisor and as a Town Board member, and was a devoted and tireless public servant in both of those positions. Having worked closely with Susan when she was the Town Supervisor, I can personally attest to her unwavering desire to do what’s best for all the citizens of Yorktown. Ethics and personal integrity are her hallmarks, and back room deals and the “good-old-boy network” are her bane. Susan’s extensive and specific knowledge and experience are the perfect qualifications for the job. -David Humphrey Yorktown Heights In support of Elliot Krowe for state Democratic Committee Dear Editor, I wish to recommend Elliot Krowe for New York State Democratic Committeeman. As a Democratic District Leader over 30 years ago, I worked with Elliot and have always been impressed by his integrity, focus on values, results, and consistent contributions to the Democratic party. Elliot represents centrist/ moderate Democratic values. This position especially needs our representatives to work together and compromise to move us forward. The Democrats won more races when Elliot was running the party. Elliot will continue to work with Christine Robbins of Somers to ensure our local needs, judicial and other nominations represent the Somers/ Yorktown community. The 94th Assembly District is one of 150, so our representatives must work with the other 298 members of the committee in a collaborative manner. Voters should also consider community leaders who are more informed than me about both candidates, and the current challenges and opportunities. Vedat Gashi, Alice Roker, Diana Quast, Jann Mirchandani, Mike Kaplowitz and Judge LETTERS FROM PAGE 12 SEE LETTERSPAGE 16

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JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 OPINION YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 17 SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO VISIT ONE OF OUR SHOWROOMS TODAY! Your Bath. Your Kitchen. Your Home. 49 Route 138 Somers, NY 10589 M-Fr 9:00AM-4:30PM 914-232-2020 (Across from the BJ’s Shopping Center) BESTPLG.COM $100 off $1,000 Minimum Purchase when Shipped Complete. Eligible at Yorktown and Somers showrooms only Show this Coupon to Receive Discount. One per customer Expires 7/15/24 3372 Old Crompond Road Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 M-Sat 9:00AM-5:00PM 914-736-2468 control. Let’s start at the beginning. What exactly is anxiety and why are some people more prone to it than others? Anxiety is a feeling of unease that is accompanied by physical symptoms, such as sweating and rapid heartbeat. It evolved as a useful defense mechanism that would alert us to potential dangers. Biologically, part of our brain, the amygdala, when stimulated by a perceived threat, sends signals to the prefrontal cortex, the front of our brain, that deals with complex functions such as emotional regulation. However, when the amygdala is triggered excessively, the entire interaction can develop into a disorder or phobia, which can be debilitating. Anxiety is often accompanied by excessive worrying, irrational fears, and overwhelming feelings of dread. In the movie, “What About Bob,” Bill Murray comedically portrayed a patient crippled by extreme anxiety about almost everything. If that weren’t enough, Mel Brooks’ movie, “High Anxiety,” also took a swing at portraying anxiety in a funny light. But, in truth, although both these movies are delightful and worth your time, there is nothing comedic about anxiety. One good thing about this topic is that everyone is familiar with it in their own lives. We may experience anxiety because of a significant presentation we have to make at work, or a crisis with our teenage child or, even, because we must somehow scrape together the funds to meet this month’s bills. But, as our heart beats faster with worry, there are those who take all of life’s trials and tribulations with a shrug of the shoulders as they seamlessly wind their way through life’s problems. That fact always irked me.   I must make it clear; I am not focused on the slight feeling of apprehension we experience in our daily lives. I am focusing on the outer edges of anxiety disorders that are becoming more and more prevalent in our modern age. What are the sources of this disorder and why are some people more likely than others to struggle with this problem? Studies have shown that about 30% of a generalized anxiety disorder is attributable to genetics. It’s not due to a particular gene but, rather, to a host of interacting genetic factors. But environmental factors play a role as well. Trauma, stress and our upbringing can increase the likelihood of developing excessive anxiety. A person who grows up in a chaotic or abusive environment may be more likely to experience an anxiety disorder later in life. Personality traits like perfectionism, low self-esteem and a tendency to overthink can also contribute to anxiety. Goodness, just reviewing these traits is making me anxious. As I alluded to earlier, many researchers believe that anxiety disorders are on the rise in the 21st century. A combination of the aftermath of the COVID pandemic, an overabundance of constant social media communication, and even the aftereffects of extreme climate events such as wildfires, floods, droughts, etc., have all contributed to the rise in the number of people suffering from anxiety disorders. The rise is evenly distributed among all age groups. But all is not lost. While anxiety can be debilitating and distressing and even to some degree inevitable, there are sciencebased ways to manage and cope with it effectively. One of the most effective ways to deal with anxiety is through therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapy. CBT helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, while mindfulness-based therapy teaches individuals to focus on the present moment and accept their thoughts and feelings without judgment. In addition, medication can be helpful in treating anxiety disorders. Anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medications and beta blockers are commonly prescribed to help relieve symptoms of extreme apprehension. Lifestyle changes can also play a significant role in managing anxiety. Regular exercise, healthy eating habits and sufficient sleep can help regulate mood and reduce anxiety symptoms. I recommend practicing relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga to help calm the body and mind during moments of heightened anxiety. As researchers significantly advance our understanding of the important sciencebased explanations of our behavior, sometimes the simplest common-sense solutions emerge as the best. So too, in this field, one of the often underappreciated and simplest remedies for an anxious episode is social support. Talking to friends, family members or support groups can provide emotional validation and encouragement during challenging times. It is no surprise that building strong social connections and seeking help in a timely fashion has been proven to be the best way to help a person feel less isolated and overwhelmed by anxiety.   So, my friends, when confronted with a seemingly overwhelmingly stressful situation, begin by stopping the negative emotional spiral by taking a deep breath. Next, I recommend you heed the advice of author Alice Boyes who, in her wonderful book, “The Anxiety Toolkit,” recommends you appraise your situation by asking three questions: What’s the worst that could happen? What’s the best thing that could happen? And what’s the most realistic or likely to happen? You may discover that applying a rational approach will reveal that things are not as dire as they appear. My bar exam friend could make a change in the direction of his career and perhaps sell on eBay part of his abundant pencil collection. My mom could put her worries in perspective by focusing on the positive, like the fact that she was surrounded by a loving family.   Given the choices of therapy, medicine, self-help methodologies and our new awareness of what exactly the sources of anxiety are, there is no reason why anyone feeling the sting of anxiety cannot lead a happier, healthier life free from the grip of this awful malady. In the final analysis, cultivating feelings of self-compassion, self-worth and a renewed appreciation of the infinite possibilities that life presents us should, I hope, be a suitable emotional life raft to facilitate our escape from life’s troubled waters. If not, there are always worry beads. MARTORANO FROM PAGE 16

PAGE 18 – YORKTOWN NEWS OPINION JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 Contact ANTHONY J. ENEA, ESQ. Managing Member • Fluent in Italian 914.948.1500 WHITE PLAINS • SOMERS • WWW.ESSLAWFIRM.COM • Asset Protection • Elder Law • Medicaid Applications (Nursing Home/Home Care) • Guardianships (Contested/Non-Contested) • Wills, Trusts & Estates Past Chair of Elder Law Section of NYS Bar Association “Super Lawyer” In Elder Law for 16 consecutive years CALL NEW YORK’S ELDER LAW TEAM 914.948.1500 Do you know what the cost of your long-term care will be if you are not eligible for Medicaid? J une 25 is primary voting day -- again -- in Westchester County. This time, only registered Democrats and Working Families Party members may participate. Democrats will be picking a candidate for Westchester District Attorney. The Working Families Party (WFP) will be selecting a congressional candidate to run against Mike Lawler. The WFP race pits Anthony Frascone against Mondaire Jones. The contest is not likely to be close, with Jones being the heavy favorite. The race grabbed a few headlines when Jones endorsed George Latimer in his down-county primary against his former congressional colleague, Jamaal Bowman, which resulted in the WFP pulling their endorsement of Jones. The total number of primary votes cast will likely be less than 300 across the entire congressional district.  The three way DA race between Susan Cacace, Adeel Mirza and William Wagstaff is interesting. Mimi Rocah, the current DA, is finishing her first term. Surprisingly, she announced she would not be seeking reelection. Although it is an important race for the chief law enforcement position in the county, the primary has received scant coverage other than a League Of Women Voters debate. You can be forgiven for not knowing who the players are.  Susan Cacace resigned her position as a county criminal court judge, where she served for 19 years, to seek this position. She served as a prosecutor in the Westchester DA’s office for 15 years in addition to serving as a defense attorney. Adeel Mirza also served as a prosecutor in the Westchester DA’s office, in his case for 18 years. He currently serves as a pro-bono defense attorney representing defendants who can not afford counsel. William Wagstaff is a civil rights and criminal attorney practicing in White Plains. He was a victim of crime when he was stabbed while he was a student at St. Johns, and he is also a convicted criminal, after he plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge of unlawful use of a scamming device to obtain credit card numbers 20 years ago.  Cacace received the endorsement of the Westchester County Democratic Committee convention in what was, according to sources, a close vote at a highly spirited convention.The party endorsement is important, but it doesn’t always predict the outcome of primaries. Mimi Rocah did not receive the party endorsement four years ago, but still went on to victory in the primary.  The small percentage of registered Democrats who will vote in the primary next Tuesday will, in all likelihood, pick our next DA. Democrats outnumber Republicans 3 to 1 in the county, so the outcome in November is a forgone conclusion. Crossover votes are almost non-existent in this kind of local, down ballot race, especially in a presidential year. Press coverage is non-existent, making an informed vote difficult, so when all else fails, people vote the party. There has to be a better way to decide races like this one. First, since all taxpayers are paying for these primary elections regardless of party affiliation, why aren’t all voters allowed to vote in the primary? Why can’t a Republican or an independent vote in a primary to select our next DA. It seems only fair. Second, while we are opening the primary process to all voters and parties, why not use “ranked choice” voting and send the best two candidates to the ballot in November regardless of their party affiliation? Ranked choice voting allows a voter to pick their favorite candidate and their second favorite candidate. Tallying second place votes is very helpful in a multi-candidate race since it ensures that the candidates that get to the ballot in November have broad-based support.  The numbers for the DA race could look like this: 15% turnout from Democrats. The winning candidate gets 40% of the vote. So 6% of voters select the DA, who will easily win election in November. So much for majority rule. We can do better. With all of that said, you Democrats who will be selecting our DA next Tuesday, do your homework, your vote is especially important.  Very few voters get to decide next county D.A. 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JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 OPINION YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 19 Men’s Health Month underscores the importance of proactive health management. If you or the men in your life have been neglecting health concerns, seize this opportunity to initiate positive changes. Here are some healthy lifestyle tips: Men’s Health Matters: Taking Charge of Wellness For more health and wellness tips, scan the QR code or visit optum.com/medicalcare • Get fit: According to the CDC, adults aged 18-64 should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, along with muscle-strengthening exercises of all major muscle groups at least twice a week. For those 65 and older, balance-improving activities are also recommended. Before ramping up your activity level, consult your doctor for personalized advice on the best types and amounts of exercise for you. • Eat healthy: For a healthy diet, prioritize fruits and veggies, aiming to fill half your plate with them. • Have regular check-ups: These are crucial for early problem detection, as recommended by the CDC. Discuss with your doctor about necessary screenings and vaccine updates. • Seek help: Men may be less likely to seek help for mental health issues. Addressing mental health is essential for encouraging men to seek support. Coping with stress: • Prioritize self-care • Ensure sufficient sleep • Exercise regularly • Avoid tobacco and illegal substances • Maintain a balanced diet Reach out for support: • Discuss your concerns and feelings with trusted individuals. • Engage with your community or faith-based groups. • Confide in a friend, or community leader, or seek professional assistance from your doctor for additional support and resources to regain joy in life. Remember, prioritizing health isn’t just an act of self-care—it’s a gift to oneself and loved ones, ensuring a healthier and happier tomorrow. Optum Medical Care, P.C. (“Optum Medical Care”) is a physician owned and led practice having complete authority for all medical decision-making and patient care through its physicians and other licensed professionals. Optum, through its owned management organizations, provides non-clinical administrative services to support Optum Medical Care and its physicians. 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We like to think Harrison, 21 years after his death, continues to inspire others, and we make every effort 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. The recipients of two of the three awards we sponsor are pictured with this column. The 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 award looks beyond athleticism to recognize extraordinary efforts that defy the odds, and in so doing, inspire others. Girls Flag Football player Kaitlin Meola, who is on her way to Penn State to study Forensic Chemistry, received the Harrison Apar Field of Dreams YAC PBA Senior Sports Award, which our foundation sponsors in partnership with the Yorktown Athletic Club and the Yorktown Police Benevolent Association, both of which were instrumental in helping to launch our foundation 21 years ago. Kaitlin’s award was presented by Flag Football Coach Mike Rescigno, who called her “one of the toughest kids I know” and shared thoughts of Harrison as one of his students, calling him “a true role model for all of us.” Sami Nezaj, who could not attend the dinner, was honored with the YAC Harrison Apar Baseball Award by Mike Rubenfeld (“Coach Ruby”) of the Yorktown Varsity Baseball coaching staff, who was a boyhood friend of Harrison’s. He said Sami “never backed down to any challenge” and spoke of Harrison “always giving 100% effort.” Nezaj will be attending Bucks County College to study Sports Management. The Harrison Apar Field of Dreams Foundation also presents an academic award to a Yorktown High senior. This year’s winner is Annabelle Newberger, who is entering Cornell in the fall to study Business Administration and Musical Theater. As part of the selection process for this award, applicants submit an essay on a timely topic we choose. Here is the essay prompt we provided this year, followed by Annabelle’s response to the topic … Do you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in any of your schoolwork? Discuss whether AI should be or should not be permitted as an academic tool to assist with assignments (such as writing this essay). Class acts Senior scholarships shine a light on role models BRUCE APAR BRUCE THE BLOG Harrison Apar Senior Scholarship Award recipient Annabelle Newberger, who will be attending Cornell, with Harrison’s dad Bruce Apar. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRUCE APAR SEE APARPAGE 20

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The rapid advancement of AI blurs the lines between plagiarized and programmed, making it increasingly challenging to discern between the real and the robotic. Its ability to recover information in seconds, write essays, and analyze texts raises alarms, as some educators worry it may replace students’ work or aid in ways that undermine students’ education and prevent them from learning necessary life skills. In some ways, they are right; instead of writing essays, students learn how to phrase essay prompts to ensure an A+ essay from their favorite AI website. In ten seconds, a student can produce a 5-page paper while their classmates research, write, and learn how to properly structure, phrase, and cite an essay. As a student in a post-asynchronous world, I understand the value technology can have for one’s education. For two years, we relied on Zoom and Google Classroom to connect us. We had to become literate in technology or face isolation. AI, like ClassLink, Grammarly, or even Google, are valuable tools that can greatly improve one’s essay writing and schoolwork when used correctly. I personally use it as a tool to grade my essays before submitting them. If provided with a rubric, AI can be extremely helpful in highlighting points in one’s essay that need improvement. Sources like “Quillbot” can be used to scan for grammar errors, format citations, and even summarize or paraphrase texts. If used correctly, I believe AI should be allowed and even encouraged by educators. These tools help strengthen skills being shaped in the classroom. I believe the solution to the AI “crisis” is for schools to embrace the platform and teach students productive ways to use the technology. Platforms like Turnitin.com already prevent the use of AI for malicious purposes and flag the use of AI in essays. Google Classroom even responded to the growing epidemic by adding originality report software to their platform. So with the threat of plagiarism neutralized, I see no palpable risk to using AI. Showing students how to use AI to improve their assignments will open them up to an entirely new network of resources they can use in the professional world. We may not have flying cars or teleportation pods, but AI is the first step into a new automated future. As for the concerns regarding misuse, I can’t guarantee the morality of my peers, but at least this essay is human written, mostly! Bruce Apar is a writer, community volunteer and actor. He is recipient of the 2024 Volunteer of the Year award from the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce. Contact him at 914-275-6887 (text or voice) or email bapar@ me.com. PHOTOS COURTESY OF BRUCE APAR At the annual Yorktown High School Varsity Sports Senior Awards dinner, Kaitlin Meola, who is headed to Penn State, was presented the Harrison Apar Field of Dreams YAC PBA Senior Sports Award by Yorktown High School Girls Flag Football Coach Mike Rescigno (left) and Harrison Apar Foundation President Bruce Apar. APAR FROM PAGE 19 Letters and Op-Ed Policy 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 Yorktown News or its affiliates. Submissions must include a phone number and address for verification. Not all letters and op-eds will necessarily be published. Letters and op-eds which cannot be verified or are anonymous will not be published. Please email your submissions to opinion@ halstonmedia.com.

JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 FOCUS ON ELDER LAW YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 21 Clients often fall into two categories: those who want their children and loved ones involved in their estate plan and those who simply do not. When asked which is better, my answer is often “it really depends on your family dynamics and circumstances.” I typically believe that as people age, greater communication and understanding of the situation by my clients’ family and children is helpful in the event of an emergency or upon one’s passing. However, learning of a windfall inheritance, for example, can do “funny” things to people. In rare circumstances, you will hear stories of elder financial abuse being committed by “trusted” family members. If you are planning to discuss your estate plan with your children and/or loved ones, here are a few tips I can share: 1. Communication helps set expectations. One of the biggest challenges in estate planning is that each generation has different values, investment priorities and expectations as to who should be involved in the safeguarding and distribution of assets after a parent or loved one passes away. It is important for you to communicate your goals and wishes to your children and loved ones who will be handling your affairs in the event of your incapacity or death. For example, if you have four children and are only choosing two to act as co-executors, it may be helpful to explain why you are choosing those children: perhaps they are geographically located near you, or perhaps you are appointing your executors in age order or based on their knowledge of financial matters. Similarly, setting expectations for how you would or would not want your money spent in the event of incapacity can be extremely helpful to your appointed agents and successor trustees so they can ensure your wishes are followed. The same can be said for medical decision making and communicating your medical wishes, conditions, medications and doctor information to your agent named in your health care proxy. 2. Communication avoids need to first locate assets upon incapacity or death. When you do not communicate what your assets are to those who will be receiving and/or able to access your assets upon incapacity or death, it immediately creates the issue of locating and marshaling your assets. By making sure that you keep an updated list of your assets, account holdings, contact information for financial advisors, accountants and attorneys you use, you will be helping set your family up for success when transitioning into a decision making role for you. 3. Communication can create tax efficient plans. Estate planning and transfer of wealth not only affect the individual creating the plan, but their children and future generations as well. For example, for individuals with larger and potentially taxable estates, transfer of wealth between generations may require information as to your children’s net worth in order to ensure that you are passing wealth to them in a tax efficient way. Lifetime trusts or generation skipping transfers to grandchildren or more remote descendants may want to be utilized in order to avoid creating a tax liability for your children, especially when they have potential for a taxable estate due to their own personal wealth. Kicking the estate tax bill down the road should be considered. 4. Communication and access are not the same. Clients are sometimes concerned that by communicating their estate plan to their children, they are giving them access and the ability to start “calling the shots.” Access to funds does not need to be given in order for family to be prepared when a loved one passes away or becomes incapacitated. The goal should be to ensure that mechanisms are in place and legal documents are executed to allow for access to be provided when needed. For example, a child does not need to be added as a joint owner on a bank account, but granting them Power of Attorney and the ability to make financial decisions when necessary may suffice. Additionally, the information communicated does not need to be extremely detailed. For individuals who are hesitant to share the details of their finances and net worth, it may be sufficient for them to simply state to their children/ loved ones that they created an estate plan and named their children as those “in charge” if they were to become incapacitated or pass away. The children should then be given the contact information of the attorney who was used to create the estate plan and their parent’s accountant so they can obtain proper guidance when the time is right. Your attorneys and trusted advisors could also be provided a list of assets and additional information to share with the children. In closing, while communication can be difficult, I have found that opening the lines of communication can set your family up for success during difficult times. It can also significantly decrease the likelihood of conflict, disagreements and disappointment when a plan is not what a loved one anticipated. Lauren C. Enea, Esq. is a Partner at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP. She concentrates her practice on Wills, Trusts and Estates, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Planning and Probate/Estate Administration. She believes that it is never too early or too late to start planning for your future and she enjoys working with individuals and families to ensure that their estate and long-term care plan best suits their needs. Ms. Enea is on the executive committee of the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) Elder Law and Special Needs Section and is also the CoEditor of the NYSBA Elder Law and Special Needs Section Journal. She is admitted to practice law in New York and Florida. She can be reached at 914-948-1500. LAUREN ENEA GUEST CORNER Sharing is caring? Pros and cons of communicating your estate plan  PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK For individuals who are hesitant to share the details of their finances and net worth, it may be sufficient for them to simply state to their children/ loved ones that they created an estate plan and named their children as those “in charge” if they were to become incapacitated or pass away.’ -Lauren C. Enea, Esq. Partner at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP

PAGE 22 – YORKTOWN NEWS HEALTH & WELLNESS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 BY BRETT FREEMAN PUBLISHER This newspaper recently sat down with Northern Westchester Hospital (NWH) Executive Director Derek Anderson to discuss positive changes happening at the facility and in the community. NWH, a member of Northwell Health, is a full-service 245- bed acute care hospital in Mount Kisco. Hospital officials have plans to expand their maternity ward, which is expected to break ground later in the year or early 2025, after the state gives its approval. They also plan to modernize their emergency room, again with a potential start date of early 2025. And for the first time ever, Northern Westchester Hospital has launched a residency program, taking in 16 recent medical school graduates, who will further their education in Mount Kisco. The program officially launches on June 24. Anderson also discussed the hospital’s leadership in the areas of mental health and in artificial intelligence (AI) programs designed to increase efficiency and accuracy. The following interview has been slightly edited for brevity and clarity. Q: Based on our conversation right beforehand, let’s discuss the hospital’s new focus on behavioral health. Anderson: This is a great place to start for us. Core to our mission, if you look at behavioral health at a national scale, it’s underrepresented, underfunded and typically, especially in Western society, a lot of stigma is associated with it. The goal of an organization like ours, like Northwell, Northern Westchester Hospital, is really to educate, destigmatize and provide access in the community. Q: Now when you’re referring to behavioral health, are you referring to psychology, or are you talking about physical outcomes based on people’s behavior? Anderson: Yeah, good, distinction. Thank you for that. We’re talking about the investments that we’re making as Northwell in our communities, focused on adolescent mental health. So think of a teen in depression, a teen or non-teen 8-year-old who’s struggling with severe anxiety. Even youth who potentially get to the point of depression or anxiety where they seek suicide or something extreme. We’ve seen across the region the need for mental health services rise tremendously. It existed before COVID. COVID certainly amplified some of the issues with isolation, especially in the school systems. Getting kids back into the schools and that socialization has helped. We have a president’s council at the hospital where we come together every quarter as a community with the school superintendents of the eight major districts in the area, the town supervisors, local business owners and some religious leaders. One of the things that they continue to ask is what we are doing as a community on mental health? And they find teachers looking for support on how to identify and how to help calm kids down. And then we’ve identified these kids who need help. Where do we send them? Looking at the landscape of providers in the area, just like a lot of subspecialties in medicine, there are not a lot of doctors out there and those who are out there typically have very long appointment times. You could be waiting six to eight months for an appointment. Imagine a child or an adolescent teen in crisis. They can’t wait six months to get in to see somebody. What happens is they end up in an emergency department or ER, which we’ve seen an increase in over the last several years. So the plan, which we’re excited about, and this is not just here, it’s happening across all of Northwell. Northwell announced a nearly $500 million investment across the region in mental health. Keep in mind mental health nationally with CMS [Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services], with private insurers, it’s not well compensated. It’s core to our mission as a not-for-profit, even though it loses a lot of money, we still very much want to provide services in the community because we see what the need is and it’s heartbreaking. Q: Has the need increased or have we identified it more? Anderson: A combination of a few things, I think, and just to be clear, I’m not a mental health provider. In my role with the hospital and with the system with Northwell, we’ve seen additional visits within our emergency department. We’ve seen an increase in our schools seeking us as a partner to try and solve some of these problems. Our community has spoken up pretty loudly that they’re seeing it and they’re reading about it and what are we doing as a community to solve this? And so I think it’s a combination of a lot of voices telling us we need to do something. When we’re looking to place patients out of the ER for follow-up care, it’s really, really difficult. So it takes a tremendous amount of coordination to get that patient set up with an appointment because — simply, there’s just not enough providers in the area. So the goal is to build that infrastructure. So over the next couple of years, and we’ve already started this year, Northern Westchester, Northwell, we’re investing about $10 million here locally in a fourpart program. And the first step is education-based, working with the schools to train and give the teachers and those frontline educators resources and skills to identify and then de-escalate. That’s Part 1 that’s happening; that’s starting to happen right now. The second piece is physically building an urgent care center for the sole purpose of adolescent mental health. So think of going to an urgent care center for anything; the flu, COVID, a broken arm; this will be an urgent care dedicated to teen mental health. That way, the teachers or the educators or really anybody in the community, they have somewhere at least to immediately go instead of going to an ER. Which is tough. It’s expensive. It’s built for those really extreme physical emergencies. So that’s Step 2. Step 3 is then OK, you’ve stabilized the crisis in an urgent care center, just like you would an urgent care or doctor’s visit. But this is an urgent care staffed by psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, mental health providers. Step 3 is OK, we’ve stabilized. How do they get ongoing care? And that’s where we’re setting up an outpatient practice so they can then have those routine visits with the provider. Step 4 is what we call a partial hospitalization program. It’s also known as a day program where teens coming out of that urgent care, coming out of an ER, if you’re OK having every so often visits with a psychiatrist or a counsellor, that’s OK. For some patients or teens, that’s going to work great. Some teens need more intensive care, not to the level they need to be admitted to the hospital, but they need a little bit more intensive care. So they come say 8, 9-o’clock in the morning, they’re there most of the day and then they’ll sleep in their beds at home, they’ll go home at night and then they’ll come back the next day. So it’s a very intensive day-based program to get them through and some are there short term, some need it more long term; it’s somewhere between seeing your doctor once a week to being admitted to a hospital. And so those four components, none of them live in the hospital, all of them live outside in the community. And so we’re working towards it. The cost to build some of these sites is just under $10 million. Q: Where would these facilities be located? Anderson: We’re still working on location. Our hope is to really serve all aspects of the population, not just those who can afford to access it. So we’re looking at locations near train Bold initiatives unveiled for local healthcare Plans to revolutionize maternity, ER, mental health services and AI Northern Westchester Hospital is a full-service 245-bed acute care hospital in Mount Kisco. It is part of the Northwell Health system. PHOTOS COURTESY OF TODD DEZEN NORTHERN WESTCHESTER HOSPITAL Northern Westchester Hospital Executive Director Derek Anderson SEE HEALTHCAREPAGE 23

stations, buses. We really want this to be accessible to the underserved as well. Statistically over 50% of all adult mental health that we face as a society starts at the age of 14. So that’s why we’re trying to focus upstream as far as we can, so we can prevent or help them learn how to cope or manage early on. And then the other piece of this, we’re excited. We’re building a residency program. Because then you say, well, there’s not enough providers. How are you going to staff with physicians and nurses for this specialized mental health? Part of the residency program that we’re building will have a residency spot for behavioral health. So the idea is we’re going to train our own providers that then we hope we’ll establish a practice in the community. We’ve always been a teaching hospital in the sense that we train nurses, techs, physical therapists, respiratory therapists, dieticians. This is the first time in the history of this hospital that we are becoming a true academic physician training location. We had just over 3,000 applications. We interviewed 300 people. And then you rank your candidates, they rank us and their other sites that they interviewed at. And then there’s an algorithm nationally that then matches the students. It’s exciting. For us this is a game changer because it raises the level of evidence-based care. It infuses more of the education culture, which is what we are, in Northwell, across many sites. We’re starting with internal medicine. It’s a little more intensive than primary care. That’s the base. We have 16 and we matched all 16 spots, which is great news as a first time program, that will grow to 32 within internal medicine. And then over the next five years, once you have internal medicine as the base, you can then do specialties, psychiatry, mental health. And then we’re looking at obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, pulmonary medicine and a few others. As a not-for-profit, access to fundraising and capital is vital for us to survive and we deeply appreciate a lot of our community who came together to help us fund what will be our maternity expansion. We’ve grown our deliveries at Northern Westchester statistically by almost 40% over the past five years when the birth rate in the area continues to decline. So as more families are transitioning out of the city, moving up, certainly that was the case during COVID, we’ve just in the last five years seen a pretty steady rise in births here, going from 1,600 deliveries in 2019 to this past year, when we delivered about 2,200 babies. [We have] the highest level NICU that you can have outside of a big trauma center. It’s called a Level 3 neonatal intensive care unit. It has all the services that support that NICU as well. So we have a pediatric general surgeon full-time on staff. We have five pediatric anesthesiologists in this hospital. So any surgery happening here is happening by a pediatric board certified anesthesiologist. We have a full time 24/7 hospitalist pediatrician here in the hospital; there’s always a pediatrician trained in hospital level care here, all the time, year-round. So, it’s all those services together that make it a good maternity department. We have a high-risk obstetrician. We always 24/7, 365, have two attending level obstetricians physically in the hospital, right around the corner every day of the week. Every night too. I think patients appreciate the fact that should something happen, we have the right team here to take care of you. The nursing team of Northern Westchester Hospital is second to none. This is a remarkable team. Evidence based, professional practice. Caring, compassionate. It’s amazing. So that makes a big difference. What’s lacking is the physical space from 1972. So this is where we’re excited this year and this is where we’ve had the donor community help accelerate, especially Scott and Nan Hayworth, gave us a pretty significant gift to jump start this initiative. This is a full renovation of all of our obstetrical units. So the third floor of this hospital, once it receives state approval later this year, we’ll start construction; it’s a two year project. Q: Is it an addition? Anderson: it is an expansion and modernization. So existing rooms get larger, delivery rooms get larger, we add an entire unit focused on antepartum, which are high risk mothers. You won’t notice it from the outside per se; it’s kind of tucked away back there. But you will see on the third floor, the physical envelope of the building expands to accommodate that growth. New operating rooms, new recovery room. It’s a big project. Once [the New York State Health Department] gives us approval, which we’re anticipating should be later this year, and it’s gone through that state regulatory approval, and then the local towns, we’ll be ready to start construction. Q: And then you mentioned Rapid Access ER? Anderson: So when it comes to emergency medicine here, and many ERs across the country have seen an increase in emergency room visits. Part of that may be due to the community unable to access their provider or see a doctor quickly or not having enough urgent care centers. We’ve seen a 17% increase here at Northern Westchester in the past four years or so. And a lot of that is related to the opening of our 24/7 heart center here. So that’s… all full heart services 24/7, 365 days a year. Because of that, you have patients that normally would have to travel for care end up in the ER. So there’s a part of it related to that. All of these factors combined, our typical emergency department is only built to handle so many visits. We’ve now exceeded that. Patients may remember five years ago always having a private room, very fast, very efficient, and this has turned into the physical constraints of double rooms. So this year that is being reviewed by the state health department. We have a great project to expand the ER, not the square footage, but a very big internal JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 HEALTH & WELLNESS YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 23 Drs. Scott and Nan Hayworth recently gave a significant gift to Northern Westchester Hospital to help jump start the expansion of their maternity department. A NICU isoloation unit at Northern Westchester Hospital, which has the highest level NICU outside of a big trauma center. PHOTOS COURTESY OF TODD DEZEN HEALTHCARE FROM PAGE 22 SEE HEALTHCAREPAGE 26

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PAGE 26 – YORKTOWN NEWS HEALTH & WELLNESS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 WE’RE NOT YOUR ORDINARY DENTISTS. Affiliate of Astoria | Bay Shore | Garden City | Hoboken | Howard Beach Huntington | Lake Success | Long Island City | Mt. Kisco | Oceanside White Plains | Yonkers | Yorktown Heights Put Your Health Where Your Mouth Is™ and book an appointment today, call 914-770-8555 For more information: CareMount Dental is now ProHealth Dental. ProHEALTH Dental proudly announces a groundbreaking affiliation with Northwell Health. Northwell is New York State’s largest health care provider, with more than 900 locations. ProHEALTH Dental has a network of 16 state-of-the-art dental offices throughout the NY Metro Area. Together, we will treat patients holistically, focusing on how oral health improves overall health. phdental.com Oral Surgery General Pediatrics Orthodontics Endodontics Sleep Cosmetic Dentistry Periodontics Implants HEALTHCARE FROM PAGE 23 SEE HEALTHCAREPAGE 27 transformation that allows us to add a number of beds and a rapid access area. So often if patients come in and they just need something minor or relatively quick, why go through the same arduous process as somebody who’s here for something more complex. Q: So improve the triage basically? Anderson: Yes, your initial triage is relatively the same, but then you go down this fast track or you go down what needs more time and imaging and things like that. So it’s a model that’s been explored and deployed throughout Northwell throughout the country. We had a version of this right before COVID. This is now just an expansion of that. The hope is that we’ll start construction summertime and finish before the end of the year. Q: So I have to ask you about the parking because there was literally one space available for me to park. Anderson: My father used to say you’d rather go to a restaurant that’s busy and packed than a restaurant that’s completely empty. Here, no different. So there are many times during the week, typically come 9, 10 o’clock in the morning until late afternoon, we’re out of parking. To address this, we have valet services all over the campus. So in the garage, one level down is a free valet service. Our north lot has a free valet service. And then our cancer center at that end of the campus has a free valet service. And then we’re grateful for the Lutheran Church across the street that helps us. We ask employees to park across the street. CVS has been a great partner; we have a number of spots in the back of CVS. We have staff members, including myself, that park across the street, and then that gives a little more capacity for visitors and patients. As we continue to grow, there will be a need to look at an additional structure. And we’ll work very closely with the village of Mount Kisco. For those who live kind of down in this region, accessing physicians has been a challenge. As providers have retired, moved on from medicine, preCOVID post-COVID, continues to just drive a national physician shortage in some specialties and even primary care. That’s one of the reasons we’re building a residency program so that every year eight to 12 residents will graduate and we hope for them to establish a practice here so that we have a talent pipeline. So looking at the landscape for us here, if we go back even just a few years, there were not a lot of Northwell employed doctors. Today, we have over 260 employed physicians practicing out in the communities of Westchester. Employees of Northwell Health. I would say in the last five years that number has more than doubled. These are Northwell Health practices. Any community that Northwell looks to add value in, they’re making investments locally. So we’ve done this time and time again across communities of the city, across Long Island and up here with our communities in Westchester and Rockland County. We continue to bring care close to home. Travel is a burden. The cost of going to Manhattan for care, it’s expensive, it’s time consuming, often requires somebody to take an entire day off of work and those are for those who can afford it. You have a number of the community we serve working two to three jobs, how do they have access to care? So these are the things we struggle and think about and frankly try to solve how to bring care close to home. So that’s why you’ve seen nearly a doubling of the number of providers of Northwell in this area. A, because the need is there. B, so that patients can stay close to home. Q: And this is a good segue to the merger with Nuvance. I’m curious when that approval is expected. Anderson: I don’t have a timeline, I don’t know if anyone does, but they’re working through the regulatory process and in this period of time really nothing changes. There’s an intent and an agreement to merge pending regulatory approval. For now, operations remain the same. They are still a competitor of ours. At some future date, if the merge goes through, which we hope it will, we look forward to future partnerships and growing in these communities. And so with any luck or hope, in the next year or so, we’ll start to see the Northwell team and brand and working very closely with local communities to figure out what the needs are. Q: So part of the strategy is to become an all all-encompassing healthcare provider, not just a hospital, but really out in the community with these practices and serving all your needs within Northwell Health? Anderson: Yeah, absolutely. Over 50% of our revenue of Northwell is not in a hospital. We have close to 900 ambulatory or doctors’ offices, imaging centers, urgent care centers. We do have 21 hospitals, 900 ambulatory sites, a number of GO Health urgent care centers, which separate from the Nuvance discussion, there is a joint venture that Northwell has ownership in. It is called Go Health, which is an urgent care chain. And they just opened three locations in Dutchess and Ulster County this past summer and they have many locations planned into Connecticut, Putnam County, Dutchess County, Fairfield County, over the next 1-1/2 to two years. Many of those sites have been identified and are soon going to start to come up. So the goal of that is to bring urgent care and physician practices closer to home. Q: How does Northwell Health avoid certain pitfalls seen by other medical practices as it grows? Anderson: It’s a great question. The mission of Northwell

is fundamentally pure. We’re here to take care of our communities. Whether it’s in mental health that loses money, doesn’t matter. We’re excited for it because it’s going to fill a gap or a need in the community. We provide as a hospital and as a region, just this hospital, $34-$35 million a year in community benefit, which statistically is by far higher than the national average of any other hospital in the U.S. So that is in the form of what we call charity care, patients coming in who can’t afford the care. We have a very, very liberal policy, arguably the most liberal open policy around charity care of any institution in New York. That allows more patients to get care and not have that burden. It’s in the form of being out in the community with vaccines and flu shots. We gave over 10,000 flu shots free in the community this past year. It’s in the form of our staff volunteering time. We have a group of 30 or so nurses that go out and volunteer in schools and communities at food pantries, donating time to help these local community benefit organizations. So you kind of put all that together in the amount of stuff we do in education and resources provided to the community. If you quantify all of that, they call that community benefit. There was a study in 2021, nationally, the average not-for-profit hospital in the U.S. contributes about 2.3% of their expenses to community benefit. In this hospital, we’re at 7.8% of our expenses. At Northwell, overall, it’s greater than $2 billion a year. Northwell subsidizes care, goes out in the community, provides free blood pressure medications, free screenings, free flu shots, tremendous amount of energy put into it. So I think when it comes to the question of how do we avoid the pitfalls, fundamentally our mission is different. Fundamentally, we’re here to focus on, forget the cost, how can we do this the right way with the right patients in the right community? So if we can do that and then at some point through philanthropy we can figure out how to continue to reinvest in the hospital like paying for our maternity unit expansion, we will continue to do that. But it requires us to be out and connected in the community. I mentioned to you the President’s Council, where we’re bringing these community stakeholders together every three to four months. They’re telling us live, real time, in text messages, they’re emailing us, hey, I heard this, what can we do? And we’re we’re trying to be as nimble and adaptive as possible to tackle some of these challenges. I will say lastly, if I may, some of the challenges [in some medical groups], there are simply not enough providers in the U.S. Unless the individual has means to pay or travel or get on an airplane to go see a doctor, which most of us cannot, then there are going to be challenges with access. And it’s really not just any local medical group; this is a national issue. So the goal is though, how do we continue to invest in the right ways in the community. So at least patients in the community know that it’s not perfect, but we’re going do our best to get you in. Q: How has Northwell embraced AI (artificial intelligence)? Anderson: This is a fun topic. Northwell has an AI technology committee that governs how we use AI in Northwell. That’s very important because we talk about the potential of AI. It does need to be managed and governed. With that being said, there is tremendous opportunity for efficiency. Today in a hospital in an ambulatory setting, after a doctor sees a patient, depending on how complex the patient is, you could be there for 30 minutes typing up and writing all of your notes. There is AI technology that we’re working on and it’s starting to be piloted and demoed within Northwell, where just like this, you’re with a patient, you get the patient’s permission, you put a recorder like this on the table. It then takes and translates that into a narrative that you as the physician can then approve. Of course, it would never post something without your approval. You make sure it’s accurate. That just saved you 30 minutes. It gives you more time with the patient. Another example is radiology and this requires a lot of thought. Today in Northwell, we’re trialing, in pockets, AI technology on radiology. So you think of a system like Northwell, 85,000 employees, we serve millions of patients a year. Think about how many imaging studies are generated, that’s a lot of data. Being able to harness that and work with a company that can help us then get as accurate as possible, maybe even more accurate than a really well-trained radiologist. The radiologist would still confirm it, of course. …You’re waiting four hours for a radiology study. We’d love at some point to cut that in half. So you’re not waiting as long. It might be a more accurate read, quicker. I think that’s where we’re going. And so that’s where AI is more of an enabling technology, we’re not viewing it as a substitute. It’s more an enabler. It’s a tool. And the good governance around it. A lot of exciting stuff. Just like we talked about, we’re not a hospital system, we’re a healthcare system, and the goal is to take care of the patient from cradle to grave. The more that we can coordinate internally, this is more seamless for the patient. In Northwell, AI is going to disrupt us in a good way. We are replacing our electronic medical record, which is, for us, big news. 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PAGE 28 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER When 2018 Yorktown graduate Brett Makar went into this season playing for the New York Atlas of the Premier Lacrosse League, the long-stick middie brought into the 2024 season the confidence he gained from having an All-Star campaign his rookie season. “Last year, I felt confident going from the conclusion of my college career directly into the PLL summer,” said Makar, who was a national champion and All-American at the University of Maryland. “Having limited time in between seasons definitely made the transition easier. It felt good to find some success over the course of last season and prove to myself that I could play against the best players in the world. Hopefully, I could carry some of that momentum into my second season.” Makar and the Atlas have carried that momentum into this campaign, getting off to a 4-0 start to sit atop the Eastern Division as of press time. New York opened the season with two wins at Albany’s Casey Stadium, topping the Boston Cannons 19-12 on June 1 and the Maryland Whipsnakes 17-13 the next day. The Atlas followed that by controlling the Carolina Chaos 15-12 on June 8 in Charlotte and toppling the California Redwoods 20-15 in Philly on June 16. The Utah Archers, Philadelphia Waterdogs, and Denver Outlaws are the other teams in the PLL. “It’s great,” Makar said of the Atlas’ winning start. “As a team last year we definitely had our struggles. You sacrifice a lot when you’re traveling and training throughout the summer, so when things are not going well it can be frustrating. Thankfully we have taken some of those losses from last year, used them as learning experiences, and have developed much better chemistry as a group on and off the field.” Last year Makar said that he was excited about the tour model for the league schedule, where instead of playing a home or a road contest, game locations are rotated each weekend. Albany, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Boston, Fairfield, San Diego, Baltimore, Denver, and Salt Lake City are where regular season games will be played. The All-Star game on July 13 will be hosted by Dr. Mark & Cindy Lynn Stadium in Louisville, with playoffs games in Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Mass. on Sept. 2 and James M. Shuart Stadium at Hofstra University on Sept. 8. The Cash App Championship game is scheduled for Sept. 15 at Subaru Park in Chester, Pa., and will be broadcast on ABC television and ESPN+. All games, regular season or Makar maps out success with NY Atlas Yorktown grad continues to shine in the pros LACROSSE SEE MAKARPAGE 35 Millwood Under New Ownership Local, Family Owned & Operated The Way to Grow Your Business Banners Custom Graphics Decals Dimensional Signs Directional Signs Momument Signs Parking/DOT Signs Pole Banners Safety/ADA Signs Tradeshow Displays Vehicle Magnets Wall Graphics Window Graphics Yard Signs HERE TO HELP WITH ALL OF YOUR SIGNAGE NEEDS 5 Schuman Rd. Millwood (914)666-7446 [email protected] BaconBrowne Quality Control Brett Makar carries the ball in PLL action against Boston. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE PREMIER LACROSSE LEAGUE

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PAGE 30 – YORKTOWN NEWS SPORTS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER Yorktown senior defender Reileigh McEnroe finished her four-year varsity girls lacrosse career this spring. She was one of the Huskers’ captains, along with Maggie Appelle, Reese Bruno, and Ali Passarella. McEnroe was named AllConference as a junior last season and most likely would’ve earned postseason honors in her senior campaign as well had an injury not kept her out of the lineup for an extended period. You were on a Yorktown team that made the Section 1 Class B finals this year and won the Section 1 Class B title last year, the Huskers’ first sectional crown since 2017. What did it mean to play on a team that had so much success? It was an incredible experience. The success we achieved as a team meant a lot to me and my teammates. It showcased our hard work, dedication, and teamwork paying off. It also brought a sense of pride to represent our school and community at such a high level of competition. Overall, being part of a successful team like that was truly rewarding and had taught me valuable lessons about resilience, perseverance, and the importance of working together towards a common goal. How old were you when you started playing lacrosse and what got you started? In first grade, inspired by my dad, who played Division 1 lacrosse at St. John’s. He encouraged my siblings and I to get into the sport, and it has been a significant part of our lives ever since. What was your favorite thing about being on the Yorktown girls lacrosse team? It has to be the positive environment the team created. The support we gave each other, the encouragement to always strive for improvement, and the shared joy of celebrating our successes together, made playing lacrosse not only enjoyable but also a memorable and meaningful experience. I think having a positive environment is so important, so having one on this team definitely has to be my favorite thing about the team. What was your favorite team activity or pre-game or post-game ritual that you shared with your teammates? This year, my favorite pregame ritual with my team was blasting music in the locker room. It really pumped everyone up and got us excited to play. It helped us channel our energy in the right direction and set the tone for a great game. Who has been your biggest role model over the years? It’s my mom. I’ve always looked up to her, and she’s taught me the importance of being strong and confident. Tell us one thing about yourself that not a lot of people know? I played the violin for six years. What’s next after high school? This upcoming fall, I am attending the University of Maryland and playing Division I lacrosse. I’m currently undecided on my major, but I have a few interests and am confident I’ll find the right fit. Who’s your favorite athlete? Micheal Phelps and he still is to this day even though he is retired. What was your favorite music to listen to while warming up for a game? During warmups my favorite songs to listen to are “Lose Yourself” and “Till I Collapse” by Eminem. If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why? Teleportation. To be able to go wherever you want and whenever you want I think is pretty cool. If you could pick one place to visit on vacation that you’ve never been to, where would you go? New Zealand. Growing up my mom would tell my brothers and I stories about when she visited, so ever since then I have been dying to go visit. Husker defender Reileigh McEnroe heads to the NCAA Yorktown’s Reileigh McEnroe will be playing lacrosse at the University of Maryland. PHOTO: ROB DIANTONIO ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT 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. 845-628-5400 SFGtaxes.com | [email protected] 824 Route 6, Suite 4 | Mahopac, NY 10541 from other accountants and tax preparers is our ability to work with you not just on taxes, but on financials, college planning, divorce, retirement planning, changes in life planning... We don’t just process tax forms, we advise on how to handle your income and expenses in the future with personalized recommendations. We help you navigate the tax code, and in the end, help you set sound financial goals. What separates us SEE MCENROEPAGE 44

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PAGE 32 – YORKTOWN NEWS SPORTS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 BY EMILE MENASCHÉ EDITOR Yorktown High School golfer Kurt Carey shot a 36 to help the Huskers to the team win at the Putnam County High School Golf Championship held at Mahopac Golf and Beach Club on Tuesday, May 28. The Huskers faced teams from Mahopac, Carmel, Kennedy Catholic, and Brewster in the nine-hole competition run by the club’s head golf pro Terence Hughes and assistant pro Shawn Baker. Yorktown shot well across the board, with Giancarlo Garippa joining Carey in the under-40 club (38), Ruslan Markarenko and Jaxson Distasio each posting a 42, and Joey Centofanti (43) and James Callaghan (44) just behind them. With the four lowest scores counting toward the team tally, Yorktown posted a combined 158 to ease past Mahopac (174), Brewster (192), Carmel (194) and Kennedy (197). Yorktown wins Putnam County HS golf tourney Ruslan Makarenkl from Yorktown goes for his swing. PHOTOS: JENNA WALDMAN Yorktown’s James Callaghan Yorktown gets ready for his next shot as Liam O’Connell (red cap) waits his turn. John Carlo (Yorktown), Carmine Calandrello (Kennedy), Matthew Silkowski (Mahopac), Michael Sciarabba (Mahopac) and Nathan Krinsky (Carmel) GOLF C Clark & Giordano | G Funeral Home Clark Funeral Home is now Under New Ownership Family Owned and Operated Joseph Giordano Jr., Owner/Yorktown Graduate and Resident Centrally Located in the Heart of Yorktown Oversized Chapel and Large Parking Lot We look forward to serving and giving back to the community that has been our home for so many years. 2104 Saw Mill River Road (Route 35, 118 & 202) • Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 Additional Location: Curry & Giordano Funeral Home, Peekskill 914.962.3333 www.clarkfh.com FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING, HOT WATER HEATER & GAS NEEDS 845.628.3924 • beeandjay.com Happy 4th of July! RED WHITE & BLUE SAVINGS! TAKE $100 OFF ANY WATER HEATER/WATER SOFTENER INSTALLATION. 1964-2024 60 Years of Excellence

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The games are going to be played at Lakeland High School, Granite Knolls Park, and Walter Panas High School. “We will be resurfacing the track on our stadium field so we have had to move some games off campus this summer due to the construction,” Hourahan said. Teams come from southern Westchester to as far north as John Jay-East Fishkill. “We have teams from three different counties (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess), including two teams playing for the first time ever in my league—Ardsley and Irvington,” Hourahan said. “To be honest, I am really proud not only of how big this league has become but also how this league has now spun off a few other boys summer soccer leagues in Ossining and Goshen in Section 9. So phenomenal, all the opportunities soccer players in the Hudson Valley region are now given to go compete.” Teams have used playing in the summer league as a springboard to championships in the fall. In the last three years, that list includes Somers (Class A), which won the states in 2021, Yorktown (Class A), which won a sectional title in 2022, Eastchester, which shared the sectional Class AA title in 2023, and Byram Hills, which won the Class A sectional title in 2023. “Eight different programs have won a sectional title after playing in the summer league and we have had a few state titles as well,” Hourahan said. Playing in the summer gives teams a leg up on the competition. “It has truly become a massive advantage for teams to compete over the summer,” Hourahan said. “There are so many factors in play with this league and each program can take something from it. “Maybe it’s allowing your JV players from the previous highschool season to get used to the speed of play at the varsity level,” Hourahan added. “Maybe it’s allowing your returning players an opportunity to take on new leadership responsibilities in the program. Some teams have new coaches this fall and they can now start to put their playing principles in with their players.” One of those new coaches is Yorktown’s Justin Huff, who previously was an assistant coach at Somers and Yorktown. “I always tell my team that winning habits are formed now,” Huff said. “Summer league is the foundation in which we are going to build our seasons’ success on. From a coaching standpoint, all I demand from my players is effort and energy because those things can always be controlled. The chemistry and bond amongst the team will develop over the course of the season.” Summer league is invaluable in helping a coach find out the makeup of his players. “As a coach the summer league gives me insight as to which kids can handle the emotions of a highly contested game, who is already at an appropriate fitness level, and who has leadership qualities that I’m looking for in a captain,” Huff said. In the first night of action on June 16 at Lakeland, the hosts tied Mahopac 1-1, Somers beat Valhalla 1-0, Carmel bested Ardsley 2-1, John Jay-East Fishkill tied Harrison 0-0, Yorktown defeated White Plains 1-0 and Rye won against Roy C. Ketcham 2-1. Briarcliff, Eastchester, Walter Panas, Byram Hills, Irvington, and John Jay-Cross River are also competing in the league this summer. “To me the summer league has become just as important as the one week of preseason we now get in the fall, before regular-season games start,” Hourahan said. “The days of showing up on Aug. 26, taking attendance, and getting started are over.” Hourahan said that his squad has had a few weeks of volunteer workouts and scrimmages to get ready for summer league. “We will be very much looking forward to the competition,” Hourahan said. “We graduated 12 players from our team last year, five of whom are going on to play college soccer, so we are very much looking for players to step into leadership roles this summer, who will provide positive energy to the team. We will also be giving many younger players an opportunity to compete at this level and see who can provide a consistent, dedicated, and productive trial this summer.” Lakeland Summer League kicks off 17th season Competition has been a fall-season tuneup for multiple HS champs Lakeland’s Vinny Karaqi is one of the players that will be competing in the Lakeland Summer Soccer League. PHOTO: ROB DIANTONIO SOCCER

PAGE 34 – YORKTOWN NEWS SPORTS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER It was quite a spring for Yorktown graduate Tyler Pugliese, a junior catcher for an Ithaca College squad that won the school’s third straight Liberty League title. “It was absolutely incredible,” Pugliese said. “Going from not even making the conference playoffs the last two years at UAlbany, to winning a Liberty League championship at Ithaca was unbelievable. Out of all my years playing baseball, this was one of the closest groups of guys that I have played with. Day in and day out, we worked extremely hard but had tons of fun along the way. To be able to lift that trophy with my brothers was an experience I’ll never forget.” The 6-foot-2, 205-pound, Pugliese had 2 hits and 2 RBIs in an 8-7 win against Union College on May 9 in the first round of the Liberty League Tournament at Robison Field in Troy. And in the second round, a 3-2 victory against the University of Rochester in 13 innings on May 10, he registered 3 hits and an RBI, also at Robison Field. “Contributing to those wins meant everything,” said Pugliese, who bats and throws right-handed “During the playoffs, it’s always about stepping up for the team in a big spot. Fortunately, we had plenty of guys do that throughout the tournament, and I was blessed to be one of them. When I was up at the plate, I wasn’t thinking about anything else, other than just trying to put the ball in play and doing some damage.” Ithaca captured the Liberty League title when it faced Rochester again in the championship game on May 11 at Robison Field, winning 7-6 on a walk-off, tworun single to left field by Ethan Rothstein. For the Bombers, it was their third straight win in their last atbat. From there, Ithaca (31-11) played in the NCAA Division III Tournament, losing to the University of Lynchburg 3-1 on May 17 and falling to Alvernia University 10-4 on May 18, at Case Western Reserve University in the Cleveland Regionals. “Playing in the NCAA tournament was an amazing experience,” Pugliese said. “In the regional round, we headed out to Cleveland to face Lynchburg, who were the Pugliese catches fire at Ithaca College Former Husker helps Bombers win Liberty League Yorktown graduate Tyler Pugliese is ready to receive the pitch for Ithaca College. Tyler Pugliese was all smiles about playing college baseball. PHOTO COURTESY OF ITHACA COLLEGE Tyler Pugliese gets set to throw the ball in Ithaca College action. PHOTOS COURTESY OF RICH BARNES BASEBALL SEE BASEBALL PAGE 35 Russell Girolamo Jr. Stephanie Girolamo Burke Jennifer Thorp Auto | Home | Business | Life (914) 962-9777 www.girolamoagency.com WE ARE MOVING. As of July 1, 2024, come visit us at OUR NEW LOCATION 253 ROUTE 202 SOMERS, NY 10589 Come indulge in scenic Lake Mahopac • New & Pre-owned Boats • Service & Repairs • Docking & Storage • Boating Accessories 1 Marina Dr. • Mahopac, NY • 845-628-2333 57 macdonaldmarineny.net MacDonaldMarineNY

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PAGE 36 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 LEISURE To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! For puzzle solutions, please see theparamountrehab.com CLUES ACROSS 1. Breezed through 5. Supervises interstate commerce 8. Unruly group 11. Backs away from 13. Expression of understanding 14. Have concern for 15. Monetary units 16. Congressman (abbr.) 17. Iranian city 18. Eating houses 20. 2,000 lbs. 21. Grandmother 22. They include North, South and Central 25. In an early way 30. Foes 31. Shuttered British entertainment magazine 32. One who unloads cages 33. Another term for sesame 38. Formally forbid 41. Make clear 43. Inaccessible 45. Get through 47. Ancient kingdom near Dead Sea 49. Decameter 50. Type of sword 55. Actor Idris 56. Affirmative (slang) 57. Afflicted 59. One point north of northeast 60. Born of 61. Arabic name 62. Traditional Hong Kong street food: __ pai dong 63. Termination point 64. Email function CLUES DOWN 1. Sign language 2. In style 3. Helsinki neighborhood 4. Unable to hear 5. More rapid 6. An idea accepted as a demonstrable truth 7. In a cagy way 8. Kate and Rooney are two 9. Algerian port 10. Community in Ladakh 12. Midway between south and southeast 14. Town in Galilee 19. Satisfy 23. Italian impressionist painter 24. Brass instrument 25. Chest muscle (slang) 26. Transmits genetic information from DNA to the cytoplasm 27. Records electric currents generated by the brain 28. Woman (French) 29. Aircraft designed to carry lots of passengers 34. Baseball stat 35. Pointed end of a pen 36. Popular sports league 37. Body part 39. Unlikely to provoke dissent 40. Yellowish cotton cloth 41. Domesticated house pet 42. Untruths 44. Set out to attract 45. Spiritual leader 46. Abba __, Israeli politician 47. Repair 48. Genus of flowering plants 51. Swiss river 52. Prejudice 53. River in central Europe 54. Harness 58. Father Tortilla chips dipped in a tangy salsa often make the perfect opener to a meal. Salsa traditionally is made with tomatoes, but people often can find different fruits filling in for tomatoes or complementing them in various salsa recipes. During the height of the summer entertaining season, salsa can be transformed by watermelon, a popular summertime fruit. Watermelon’s high water content and subtle, sweet flavor contribute to its refreshing, some might say addictive, nature. However, this recipe for “Watermelon Fire and Ice Salsa,” courtesy of the The National Watermelon Promotion Board, adds jalapeño peppers to the mix to bring a little heat to those cool watermelon pieces. Give chips and dip a sweet twist Watermelon Fire and Ice Salsa Makes 3 cups • 3 cups chopped watermelon • 1/2 cup green peppers • 2 tablespoons lime juice • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro • 1 tablespoon green onions • 2 tablespoons jalapeño peppers Combine ingredients. Mix well and cover. Refrigerate for 1 hour or more.

JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 37 We see you here. What’s our greatest asset at The Bristal Assisted Living communities? It’s the lifetime of interests and experiences you bring to it. After all, that’s what makes you special. A caring team that spends the time getting to know you so you can continue nurturing, sharing and exploring those interests? Well, that’s what makes us special, too. Schedule your visit today and see for yourself. THE BRISTAL AT ARMONK | 914.266.3550 THE BRISTAL AT WHITE PLAINS | 914.485.7020 thebristal.com Licensed by the State Department of Health. Eligible for Most Long Term Care Policies. Equal Housing Opportunity. Independent Living | Assisted Living | Memory Care Residents  joined town officials and members of the Yorktown Trail Town Committee  to celebrate the installation of new signage  in the kiosks on the  pedestrian  bridge over the Taconic Parkway. Funded in  part with a grant from the Hudson River ValleyGreenway, the project was a joint venture between the Town that supplied the matching funds and the Yorktown Trail  Town Committee that  spearheaded the project, including designing the signage.  “When we saw how the original DOT signs  had faded and were  unreadable, we knew it was time to replace  them,”  explained Susan  Siegel, President of the Yorktown Trail Committee. “But this time, we decided to highlight how the bridge connected  our three parks  and the Yorktown Trailway that parallels the Parkway.  We approached the Town Board  with our idea, members saw the merits of the  project, and the rest is history.” The  signage  in the eastern kiosk  commemorates  how the construction of the bridge, the first  and only  pedestrian bridge over the Parkway while he western kiosk  illustrates  how the bridge links three town parks:  Woodlands Legacy, Granite Knolls and SylvanGlen.  The  Taconic Bridge Trail, constructed by  volunteers from the New York New Jersey Trail  Conference and Westchester Mountain  Biking Association,  traverses all three parks  and provides a  variety of  walking,  hiking  and  mountain biking trails for visitors of all ages to enjoy. Information courtesy of Susan Siegel. New signage installed in Taconic Bridge kiosks Officials joined members of the Yorktown Trail Town Committee on a hike to unveil the new signs. Yorktown Trail Town president Susan Siegel unveils the new kiosk with Supervisor Ed Lachterman People hiked for the unveiling PHOTOS: SOPHIA CASELNOVA

PAGE 38 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 Yorktown High School senior Julia Whalen started playing flute at a very young age. “I started playing the flute when I was in first grade,” said Whalen, who is finishing her tenure in Yorktown’s Wind Ensemble as a member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society. “Well, I really started playing recorder. My arms weren’t long enough to hold the flute until I was in third grade.” In addition to her musical accomplishments, Whalen is a standout student with diverse interests. She was named valedictorian for the Class of 2024 and is a member of the Environmental Club, the varsity cross country team, and the Book Club. She also tutors in the Writing Center and is the comandante of the History Club. We caught up with her earlier this spring. Do you plan to keep playing after high school? I plan to participate in the symphony orchestra at my college and seek more musical opportunities in the community. I also hope to continue private lessons to expand my musical repertoire and perhaps join a band or chamber group. Who inspires you inside and outside of school? Mr. Egan, my AP Euro teacher and the constitutional monarch of the History Club, inspires me with his enthusiasm, genuineness, and the care he puts into teaching. He is always excited to expand upon the curriculum and hear our thoughts, using creative methods to make every unit fun. When I think of myself in 25 years, no matter what career path I end up on, I wouldn’t mind being a lot like Mr. Egan. Ms. Stanton, the MESMS librarian, was also the foundation of my self-confidence and my creative inspiration. In middle school, when I was struggling with growing up and questioning who I was, the middle school library was a place of safety and acceptance. I never would have been able to pursue my dreams if it hadn’t been for the encouragement I found there. I’m also inspired by Pete Wentz, who is the frontman for the band Fall Out Boy. His poetic and musical ability is something that I have been greatly influenced by and continue to aspire towards. Pete has inspired me to be myself and chase my dreams, in the world of music and everywhere else. What’s the best thing about playing in your school’s music groups? Playing in the wind ensemble presents the opportunity to explore new genres and learn things about music that I never would have otherwise. In freshman year, my understanding of jazz and swing was weak and I found myself wishing that we were doing traditional band music instead. Thanks to the music theory, cultural education, and dance lessons Ms. Kluga provided us over the years, I now find myself enthusiastic about future opportunities to play jazz and I hope that this year’s swing dance won’t be my last. Ms. Kluga herself has been a truly irreplaceable part of my musical journey. She inspires the band to be the best that it can be and helps to create a tight-knit, caring community that makes band fun for everyone. What do you do in your spare time? When I’m not studying or practicing flute, most of my free time is spent reading, especially postmodernist and sci-fi novels, romantic literature, and poetry. I am also an avid amateur writer and believe myself to be quite a bit better at it than I actually am. Sometimes I watch classic movies, and sometimes I start sewing projects or make bracelets and pins. What five songs are on your spotlight playlist? “Fourth of July” by Fall Out Boy, “Holiday/Boulevard of Broken Dreams” by Green Day, “Deathbeds” by Bring Me the Horizon, “If You Can’t Hang” by Sleeping With Sirens, and “Pas de Deux” by Tchaikovsky (from “The Nutcracker” ballet). Julia Whalen excels in the classroom and music room Julia Whalen PHOTO COURTESY OF JULIA WHALEN PERFORMING ARTS SPOTLIGHT MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO PLAY THE NEW YORK LOTTERY GAMES. PLEASE PLAY RESPONSIBLY. 24-HOUR PROBLEM GAMING HOTLINE: 1-877-8-HOPENY (846-7369) Newburgh, NY RWHudsonValleyNY.com I-84 | Exit 36B I-87 | Exit 17 Earn Entries All Month Long! Saturday, June 29 • 10pm Win a 2024 Chevy Camaro! *Actual model and colors may vary. CHEVY CAMARO DRAWING A RESPECTFUL APPROACH TO NAVIGATING FAMILY TRANSITIONS AND CONFLICT - Family, Elder and Divorce Mediation - Collaborative Divorce - Co-Parenting Plans - Pre-Nuptial and Marital Settlement Agreements ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION OFFERS INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES - Privacy - A Voice in Decision Making - Preservation of Assets - Child Focused Options - Avoidance of Often Toxic and Costly Court Proceedings 340 Route 202 • Suite M, Somers • 914-669-5224 www.margaretnicholson.com • [email protected] “I am honored to have been selected by my peers for Hudson Valley Magazine’s annual “Top Lawyers” publication. THE LAW & MEDIATION OFFICE OF Margaret A. Nicholson Free Half-Hour Consultations • Virtual Options Available

JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 39 BY EMILE MENASCHE EDITOR Miles DeMella may be getting ready to graduate high school, but the eclectic multi-instrumentalist already has an EP of original music to his name. Starting on piano at a young age, DeMella has forged two distinct musical paths, playing classical cello in the Yorktown High School orchestra and eventually choosing guitar as his main axe at home. We asked him how he weaves all these diverse musical threads together. What got you started making music? I started playing piano when I was around 8. My parents have always insisted I have a “proper musical education” which meant playing at least two instruments. I began playing the cello in fifth grade, and shortly after that, I switched from piano to guitar at home. I felt it was a little more for me. In 2020, I began working more on songwriting, and over the summer last year, I learned a lot more about production and recording. In the fall I released a three-song EP that I was pretty proud of. I have yet to play my own songs live, but I have covered songs live at my family’s annual Halloween party and at the school talent show, which is something I really enjoyed doing. Do you plan to continue making music after high school? Absolutely. Looking for a good orchestra has been an important part of my college search, even if I don’t end up majoring in music. Once I’m in college I see myself starting a band. I would also love to expand my skills on multiple instruments, including bass guitar and maybe some basic drum chops. Who inspires you? As far as my orchestral career goes, I owe much of my inspiration to Dr. B., who always exhibits patience and brings out my love for the cello whenever I play it. He has also gone out of his way to make special experiences for me and others, as when I took out the castanets in the middle of a piece during the 2023 winter concert. As for the music I have written, I owe it all to my dad, who has pushed me to write and perform, as well as all of my favorite artists and bands. Elliott Smith, Belle and Sebastian, the Neutral Milk Hotel, Steely Dan, Radiohead, the Smiths, and many, many more. Writing songs and playing in the orchestra are very different disciplines. How do you balance the two? To me, the most challenging part of being in the orchestra is the natural pressure I put on myself to improve. Being placed in the front of the orchestra can be frightening, since the people behind you may be using you as a reference. But the benefits of being in the orchestra easily outweigh the disadvantages. I love the sense of community, making friends, and seeing the journey from starting a piece to performing it. What do you do in your free time? Thanks to my dad and his hobbies, I am lucky enough to have access to some serious performance equipment and nice instruments at home, so whenever I can I like to get some friends over and just jam. My younger brother plays drums, so we can figure out simple songs pretty quickly. Other than music, I like to read science fiction, play with my cats, and play video games. What five songs would go on your mixtape? “Independence Day” by Elliott Smith, “In the Aeroplane Over the Sea” by Neutral Milk Hotel, “Get Me Away From Here I’m Dying” by Belle and Sebastian, “The Underdog” by Spoon, and “Flash Delirium:” by MGMT The key steps on Miles DeMella’s musical journey Miles DeMella PHOTOS COURTESY OF MILES DEMELLA PERFORMING ARTS SPOTLIGHT Lower Hudson Valley Regional Office 366 Underhill Avenue Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 Thomas Santore 845.590.5488 (c) Associate Real Estate Broker [email protected] | Realestatesallhere.com Top Reasons to Choose Me as Your Realtor: • Expert Market Knowledge: My in-depth knowledge of the market allows me to offer accurate pricing strategies. • Targeted Marketing: With a multifaceted marketing approach, including online listings, social media promotion and targeted outreach to my network of developers and investors, your property will be seen by the right audience. “Real Estate From the Ground Up” Owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC. Per OneKeyMLS 1/1/2000-Present Land Sales, Total Transactions. With Low Inventory and an Abundance of Buyers, Your VACANT LAND is in Demand! I am the #1 Land Seller for More than 20 Years in Westchester, Putnam & Dutchess. Contact Me Today to Discuss How We Can Achieve Your Goals. ▪ Professional Representation: From providing maps and available zoning information to negotiating offers and handling paperwork, I manage every aspect of the selling process with professionalism and efficiency. ▪ Dedicated Support: I am committed to providing personalized service and will be available to address any questions or concerns you may have. Your satisfaction and success is my top priority.

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I’ve always enjoyed singing in the choir and being around such a musical family growing up fueled my interest in everything about music and the arts which led me in the direction of theater. The earliest memory that I can remember of my time on the stage is when I was about 6 years old. My sister Abby Menocal, a fellow performer and YHS alumnus convinced me to do Greece Jr with her at KJK’s summer camp. At the time I thought it was a fun experience, but by the end of it, I had this drive to continue performing. So I did, and I have never regretted my decision. Do you plan to continue performing after high school? Absolutely! The stage has become a second home for me and to drop it would be a disservice to the joy it’s brought me. I’m going to Montclair State University in the fall, which has an amazing choir, along with clubs for music and drama, which I’ll be running to as soon as they post the signup sheets for them. Who inspires you? In terms of singing, I have to give a lot of that credit to my parentts, who introduced me to the world of music and got me into singing in the first place; Ricky Romano, who I’ve worked with on several projects and who always encouraged me to have fun with singing; and Ms. Stock, who taught me everything about music theory and only strengthened my love and interest in music even more. In terms of acting, I have to give immense props to my sister Abby, who’s always been my biggest inspiration and who’s supported me since the beginning, and August Abatecola, who runs all the productions at Yorktown Stage and who introduced me to some of the most amazing shows and people I’ve ever known. What makes performing special to you? The people have always been a big part of what makes the arts so fun for me. The connections and friendships you make along the way are ones you hold onto for life and I can say the friends I’ve made are some of the best people, well, ever. Also the journey is fulfilling. The road that I’ve traveled to where I am now has not been without challenges. But the feeling of overcoming them, along with my growth as a person and actor, is a feeling you have to experience to believe. What do you do in your free time? I love hanging out with my friends. Through thin and through thick, they’ve always had my back and they’re some of the best, kindest, and funniest people I know. They also got me into volleyball, which has become my favorite sport. Also, my 6-foot-5 frame helps the experience out a lot. I’m also very big into video editing, filmmaking, and film as a whole, which is what I’m majoring in in college. Along with that, I’ve recently been getting into the world of writing. I’ve written lots of poems and am looking into writing short stories, screenplays, and if the time comes, maybe even a book! Gotta shoot for the stars, you know? What five songs–and only five–would go on your playlist? This is brutal! Listening to music is such an important part of my life, so I had to think long and hard on this. If I had to narrow it down to five, it would be “Blitzkrieg” by Metallica, “Dream On” by Aerosmith, “Without Me” by Eminem, “California Love” by Tupac, and “Feel Good Inc.” by Gorillaz How family inspired Evan Menocal to take the stage PERFORMING ARTS SPOTLIGHT Evan Menocal PHOTO COURTESY OF EVAN MENOCAL

PAGE 42 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 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] Summer Reading Kickoff Come to the library on Wednesday, June 26 (the last day of school) from 2-4 p.m. for the Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Families can have fun with a bouncy house, inflatable sports, craft tables, local firetruck, character meet/greets, free popcorn, and a bake sale provided by the Friends of the Library. We will also have sign-ups available for all Summer Reading Games: For Children (up to 11) The Summer Reading Game offers a simple easy way for your children to keep track of minutes read this summer on their reading log by filling in 20-minute circles. For every two hours read your child can come to the library to claim a prize, move along on their game board, and enter a raffle for a free book. Once they complete the 12 hours of reading, they can pick a coupon for pizza or ice cream donated by local businesses. For Teens (12-18) The Young Adult Summer Reading Game will be online (visit our website to sign up). Readers will earn points for the number of pages read. At each milestone, participants can come into the library to claim a prize! Registration opens June 19th and closes on August 7th. Participants can continue to log pages until September 9th. For Adults (19 and up) It’s summer reading time for adults too! Read books and fill out your titles online (visit the website to sign up) to be entered to win our grand prize raffle basket. Every registrant will receive our custom summer reading tote bag at the end of the summer. You have between June 26 and Aug. 8th to submit your titles. Happy reading! Calendar Highlights A – Adults; Y - Young Adults; C - Children. Visit the calendar page of Hart’s website for more information. Register online unless listed as a drop-in program. Friday, June 21 A - Rise of the Singer-Songwriter (via Zoom). 11 a.m.-noon Y - Teen Volunteer Summer Orientation (Session 1). 3-5 p.m. Saturday, June 22 Y - Teen Volunteer Summer Orientation (Session 2). 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, June 25 A - The Making of The Birdcage (via Zoom). 11 a.m.-noon A - Chair Yoga with Lisa Thomas. 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, June 26 A/Y/C - Summer Reading Kickoff Party. 2-4 p.m. Thursday, June 27 A - Paint Pour with Terry. 6-7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27 A/Y/C - Soul Line Dancing. 2-3:30 p.m. Monday, July 1 C - PAWS to Read with Izod. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 2 A - Hart Book Club (Zoom and in-person). 6:30-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 3 A - Hart Book Club. 2-3 p.m. Friends of the Library Membership Drive                         The Friends will be on-site at the library June 24-26 to answer questions and help sign up new members. Now is the perfect opportunity to become a Friend and continue your invaluable support. They will also be selling raffle tickets for a homemade quilt (winner pulled on Sept. 30), as well as hosting a bake sale and doing a 50/50 raffle (June 26 only). Scan the QR code here to fill out a membership form online or come to the library for a paper form. Contacts and hours Library Hours: MondayThursday, 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: 914-245-5262, website: yorktownlibrary.org, email: [email protected] Hart Library Corner PHOTOS COURTESY OF HART LIBRARY

JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 43 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD SUITE 100 MT. KISCO, NY 10549 • PH: 914.202.0575 2 TRACKS $60 for a 1/8 page ad to participate. 10% of all revenue earned from this section will be donated to your school's PTA as a parting gift to the organization. Ad booking deadline: JUNE 24 Ad approval deadline: JUNE 26 FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADS, email [email protected] FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADS, email [email protected] Honor Your High School Graduate! You nurtured them for 18 years. Share your family's accomplishment in our Special High School Graduation Pullout on JULY 3RD. Let's Not Forget the 8th Graders are Movin' On Up! Moving up from middle school to high school is an achievement that also deserves recognition. Your baby is growing up! Honor them with a special message in a Middle School Graduation Section inside the regular paper JULY 3RD. In the email, send us: • A high resolution photo (original digital file is preferred over scanning) • Let us know your school district so we can publish it in the correct newspaper. • One to two sentences in a message. Include your child's first and last name in the message. End the message with who it's from. (Example: Joe Smith, We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments. We wish you the best over the next four years. Love, Mom & Dad, Grandma and Grandpa, Brother & Sister). • Our team will design the ads and send it back to the parent for their approval. For any questions, call Jay Gussak at 914-299-4541. Parents!

What was your favorite food to eat before or after a game, and what’s your favorite Yorktown eatery?  Before a game, I love having an acai bowl as it’s both energizing and refreshing. My favorite place in Yorktown to eat is Primal Bowls. It is a really cute cafe right near Rita’s and they make some amazing acai bowls.  What’s the go-to app? Tik Tok. I always find myself going on the app to watch short funny videos.  What would you tell a young athlete thinking about trying out for the Yorktown girls lacrosse team? I would say go for it. Being a part of a team, especially Yorktown girls lacrosse, has been such an incredible experience. You’ll make tons of great memories and make some lifetime friendships with the girls on the team. To be on this team is a chance to push your limits, and learn new skills. So go for it! PAGE 44 – YORKTOWN NEWS JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 SEE LEGALSPAGE 45 here, and I can’t believe an advisor who gets paid to see that would miss that. It’s just atrocious.” School officials said they learned that “language that is hurtful to members of our school community” had made it into printed copies of the yearbook on June 5. In a joint letter sent on that date, Superintendent Ron Hattar and Yorktown High School Principal Joseph DeGennaro said the district was taking measures to tighten the review process in the future. “We always strive to promote an inclusive environment for all students, and this quote runs contrary to our values,” the letter said. “This was an oversight and we have already begun planning additional measures to include in our yearbook review process moving forward.” In a subsequent letter on June 7, Hattar and DeGennaro apologized and outlined steps students could take to replace their yearbooks free of charge. “After several conversations and a review of the process that resulted in the quote being included, it became very apparent that this was missed during the review process,” Hattar and DeGennaro said. “We offer no excuses—only a sincere apology. All of the individuals who were part of the review process agreed that this quote should not have been included.” On Tuesday, Rabbi Yehuda Heber of Chabad of Yorktown said the Yorktown Jewish community was “very upset,  angry, and deeply offended by the antiSemitic, genocidal comment.” “It cut into the heart  of the unity of this beautiful  community,” Heber said.  “It was upsetting that a  local student  would  write  such a  comment. It was even more  upsetting  that  the comment passed the editorial board and the review  process. People had a hard time understanding how such a thing could have been missed and made it to print.” In their letter, Hattar and DeGennaro said the district is adding steps to “strengthen” its review process in the future, including “additional reviewers, so an incident like this is not repeated.” “We respect and value all students and their families, and any language otherwise runs contrary to our values as a school district and is unacceptable,” the officials said. Heber said the incident was especially shocking in “a peaceful and loving community” with “supportive town officials and a great school district.” “I like to compare it to a stain on a  clean, white shirt,” said Heber, who reached out to Supervisor Ed Lachterman and Hattar who both offered their support. “Being as the shirt is so clean, a stain will stand out glaringly...Such comments should never be tolerated anywhere, and especially not in our community.” The school district said it is working with the yearbook vendor to offer two remedies “at no cost to families”–amending the yearbook by placing a sticker over the quote, or returning the yearbook in exchange for a replacement with the quote removed. The original print run called for 700 yearbooks, most of which have been sold and distributed to students. School officials had set a June 13 deadline for students to request stickers or replacements, but district spokesperson Brian Marchhauser said the district was still honoring requests as of Tuesday morning. Just before our press deadline, Marchhauser said that three replacements and three stickers had been requested so far. School officials said they can’t legally comment on whether the student was disciplined over the matter. “I believe this incident can be a teachable moment for the school students and faculty,” Heber said. “It can and should lead to constructive conversations about the painful meaning of such phrases, and about promoting peace and tolerance to every member of the school and community. I hope that this incident will serve as a catalyst  to bring our community even closer than before and shine a bright light on our continued love, peace, and tolerance of each other. “ YEARBOOK FROM PAGE 1 PUBLIC NOTICE   TOWN OF YORKTOWN  This is a resolution adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Yorktown at its regular meeting held on June 11, 2024.  Whereas, the Town Board (the “Board”) of the Town of Yorktown (the “Town”), a municipal corporation of the State of New York (the “State”) has been in the process of planning extensions to the Hallocks Mill Sewer Area (the “Project”); and   Whereas, such planning has been undertaken, together with appropriate environmental compliance determination proceedings under the State Environmental Quality Review Act, and has included such administrative actions as are necessary or required by the State or any federal agency with respect to assessing the potential environmental impacts of the Project and ensuring the safety and security of persons and property in the Town with respect to the Project; and   Whereas, the Board, in accordance with the recommendations of the Town Engineer, has determined: (A) that the Project is in the public interest of the Town and should be undertaken, (B) that there should be expended toward certain of the Project $11,200,000 of State and Federal aid, and (C) that there should be issued up to $40,780,000 of bonds, notes, or other obligations of the Town (collectively, the “Obligations”), to finance the balance of the estimated maximum cost of the Project; now     Therefore, Be It Resolved, by the Board as follows:      SECTION 1. The Town is hereby authorized to undertake the Project that is fully described in a revised report prepared by the Town’s consultant, Environmental Design & Research (EDR).   SECTION 2. The plan of financing for the Project includes the expenditure of $11,200,000 in State and Federal aid that has been or is expected to be received for the Project, and the issuance of up to $40,780,000 of Obligations to finance the balance of the aggregate estimated maximum cost of the Project, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property within the boundaries of the District to pay the principal of such Obligations and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable.  Any amounts received by the Town from the United States of America and/or from the State of New York or other sources for the Project are hereby authorized to be expended towards the cost of the Project or the redemption of any Obligations issued therefor, or to be budgeted as an offset to the taxes for payment of the principal of and interest on such Obligations.   SECTION 3. The respective periods of probable usefulness for the specific objects or purposes, classes of objects or purposes and combinations of objects or purposes for which the $40,780,000 of Obligations herein authorized are to be issued, are within the limitations of §11.00 of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York (the “Law”). Obligations (including, without limitation, serial bonds of the Town) in the respective principal amounts set forth are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the provisions of the Law to finance the various objects or purposes that are listed in the EDR report.   SECTION 4.  The temporary use of available funds of the Town, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised or otherwise created, is hereby authorized and (to the extent that such use has already occurred) is hereby ratified, pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law, for the purpose or purposes described in this resolution.  The Town intends to finance, and the Town Comptroller, as the chief fiscal officer of the Town (the “Comptroller”) is hereby authorized to advance, such amounts as are necessary to pay the costs of the respective specific objects or purposes, classes of objects or purposes and combinations of objects or purposes described in Section 1 hereof, prior to the issuance of the Obligations, out of any available funds of the Town on an interim basis.    The Town reasonably expects to reimburse any such expenditures (to the extent made after the date hereof or within 60 days prior to the earlier of (A) the date hereof or (B) any earlier expression by the Town of its intent to reimburse expenditures for the applicable Project(s) or any earlier iteration thereof) with the proceeds of the Obligations, to the extent consistent with the financing plan for such Project(s) as stated herein.  This resolution shall constitute the declaration (or reaffirmation) of the Town’s “official intent” to reimburse the expenditures authorized in this resolution with the proceeds of the Obligations, as required by United States Treasury Regulations Section 1.150-2.   SECTION 5. Each of the Obligations shall contain the recital of validity prescribed by §52.00 of the Law and the Obligations shall be general obligations of the Town, payable as to both principal and interest by general tax upon all the taxable real property within the District without limitation as to rate or amount (subject to certain statutory limitations imposed by Chapter 97 of the 2011 Laws of New York).  The faith and credit of the Town are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on the Obligations as the same respectively become due and payable.  An annual appropriation shall be made in each year in the Town budget sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on the Obligations becoming due and payable in such year and, to the extent not paid from other sources or charges, there shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of the Town a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such Obligations.   SECTION 6. Subject to the provisions of this Resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of §21.00 relative to the issuance of bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service, §30.00 relative to the authorization of the issuance of bond anticipation notes or the renewals thereof, and of §§50.00, 56.00 to 60.00, 62.00, 62.10, 63.00, 164.00 and 168.00 of the Law, the powers and duties of the Board relative to authorizing the issuance of Obligations in the form of notes, or the renewals thereof, relative to providing for substantially level or declining annual debt service, relative to prescribing the terms, form and contents and as to the procedures for the sale and issuance of the Obligations, and relative to executing any agreements for credit enhancement, are hereby delegated to the Comptroller.  Without in any way limiting the scope of the foregoing delegation of powers, the Board, to the extent permitted by Section 58.00(f) of the Local Finance Law, is hereby specifically authorized to accept bids for the Obligations that are submitted in electronic format.  In the absence or unavailability of the Comptroller, the Deputy Town Comptroller is hereby specifically authorized to exercise the powers delegated to the Comptroller in this resolution.   MCENROE FROM PAGE 30

JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 45 LEGALS FROM PAGE 44 Donna Diana also thanked everyone who helped get the renamings accomplished, noting that Quast helped spearhead the project and collect petition signatures. Volunteers gathered more than 100 signatures. From the park, people traveled to East Main Street in Shrub Oak in front of the John C. Hart Memorial Library to unveil the Supervisor Tom Diana Memorial Highway sign on East Main Street. Diana was a third-generation “Oakie from Shrub Oakie,” a nickname he often used to describe himself. He, along with his parents and children, attended Lakeland Schools. “When I think of East Main Street, when I think of Shrub Oak, I think of the Oakie from Shrub Oakie,” said Supervisor Ed Lachterman. “I think of Tom Diana, and how much of this little strip [referring to the section of the road that was renamed] represents such a small portion of his life.” TOM DIANA FROM PAGE 1 Town officials and members of Tom Diana’s family stand in front of the street sign bearing his name. PHOTO: EMILE MENASCHE SECTION 7. When this resolution takes effect, the Clerk of the Town of Yorktown shall cause the same (or a summary thereof) to be published, together with a notice in substantially the form prescribed by Section 81.00 of the Law, in the Yorktown News and the Journal News, which are newspapers having general circulation in the Town and published in the Town.  The validity of the Obligations may thereafter be contested only if the Obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which the Town is not authorized to expend money, or the provisions of law which should have been complied with at the date of the publication of this resolution (or a summary thereof) are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within 20 days after the date of such publication, or if the Obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of the State of New York.   SECTION 8. The Town intends to issue the Obligations to finance a portion of the aggregate cost of the Project.   The Comptroller is hereby authorized to covenant, in the name and on behalf of the Town and for the benefit of the holders and beneficial owners of the Obligations, that the Town will not make any use of the proceeds of the Obligations, or any funds reasonably expected to be used to pay the principal of or interest on the Obligations or any other funds of the Town, and will not make any use of the facilities to be financed with the proceeds of the Obligations that would cause the interest on the Obligations to become subject to federal income taxation under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”) or subject the Town to any penalties under Section 148 of the Code, and that the Town will not take any action or omit to take any action with respect to the Obligations, the proceeds thereof or any facilities to be financed thereby if such action or omission would cause the interest on the Obligations to become subject to federal income taxation under the Code or subject the Town to any penalties under Section 148 of the Code.   SECTION 9. The Comptroller is hereby specifically authorized to act, on the advice of bond counsel at the time of the issuance of the Obligations, to designate such Obligations, if applicable, as “qualified tax-exempt obligations” in accordance with Section 265(b)(3) of the Code. SECTION 10. The Comptroller is further authorized to call in and redeem any outstanding Obligations that were issued pursuant to this bond resolution(at such times and in such amounts and maturities as may be deemed appropriate after consultation with the Town officials and the Town’s municipal advisor), to approval any related notice of redemption, and to take such actions and execute such documents as may be necessary to effectuate any such call(s) for redemption pursuant to Section 53.00 of the Law, with the understanding that no such call(s) for redemption will be made unless such notice of redemption shall have first been filed with the Clerk of the Board.   SECTION 11.  This bond resolution shall take effect immediately upon approval by the Town Board.   The adoption of the foregoing resolution was moved by Councilman Sergio Esposito, seconded by Councilman Patrick Murphy, before being duly put to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:                                                                                                                            Supervisor Edward A. Lachterman                Voting   Aye               Councilman Sergio Esposito                          Voting   Aye              Councilwoman Luciana Haughwout             Voting   Aye               Councilman Patrick Murphy                          Voting   Aye                            The foregoing Bond Resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted.  Dated: Yorktown Heights, New York,              June 13, 2024                                                                                                                                                  DIANA L. QUAST, TOWN CLERK                                                                                                  MASTER MUNICIPAL CLERK  ORDER ON OUR ONLINE STORE AND PICKUP LO CALLY! BEST PRICES IN THE AREA! PICKUP HOURS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! www.american-arms.com [email protected] 1928 Commerce St, Suite C Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 NRA Basic Pistol/Personal Protection UTAH Concealed Firearms Course Private Lessons Permit Assistance Refuse To Be A Victim™ Group and Private Classes Gun Sales & Ammunition Gun Accessories FFL Services & Transfers 914-455-4210 Shrub Oak) continues this weekend, Friday-Sunday, June 21-23. Hours are Fridays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sundays, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Entry is free on Saturdays and Sundays. Friday (pre-sale) has a $10 entry fee. New items are arriving every day. New to the tag sale this year will be rotating local food Trucks. All are welcome. Learn more at setonparish.org. Blood Drives The American Red Cross and New York Blood Center report a critical need for blood donations. Here are some opportunities in the area. American Red Cross: St. Patrick’s Church, St. Patricks Church, 117 Moseman Road, Yorktown Heights, Wednesday, June 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. redcrossblood.org New York Blood Center: Jefferson Valley Mall, Old Virtual Reality Space: Mondays June 24, July 1, and July 15 noon-6 p.m.; Crystal Hall Somers Community Center, 34 Hillandale Road Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 nybc.org/donate-blood. Hilltop Farmstand Hilltop Hanover Farm’s Farmstand will be open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., every Thursday to Sunday through November. The farmstand offers a diversity of the farm’s high-quality produce (along with other items for local vendors) and accepts cash, checks, Apple Pay, major credit cards, and WIC, SNAP, FMNP, with a 50 percent discount to those paying with SNAP and FMNP benefits. Hilltop Hanover Farm is located at 1271 Hanover Street in Yorktown Heights. For questions, call (914) 862-5050 or visit hilltophanoverfarm.org. Chabad Jewish Center Shabbat services The Chabad Jewish Center of Yorktown (2629 Old Yorktown Road, Yorktown Heights) runs Shabbat services weekly on Saturday mornings. Traditional services, with contemporary messages. Community Kiddush luncheon to follow services. The Chabad Jewish Center also holds many general and holiday events and programs throughout the year. For more information, and to RSVP, visit ChabadYorktown. com, or call 914-962-1111. GREEN FROM PAGE 4

PAGE 46 – YORKTOWN NEWS BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE JUNE 20 - JULY 2, 2024 STATE OF NEW YORK                     COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER  Gayle Williams,                                                Plaintiff,  vs.  Vicki L Ross, Barbara A. Ross Edwards, Darlene Johnson, Charlene Johnson, Darryl Thomas, Carole Diane Prather, Eric Sanford, Melvine Turner, Lavern Hooper; Any unknown adults being as a class designated as a class as John Doe, whose true name is unknown; and any unborn infants or persons under disability being as a class designated as Richard Roe, whose true name is unknown,                                                   Defendants.  AMENDED LIS PENDENS  NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN an action has been commenced in this Court, upon a Quiet Title Complaint by the above-named Plaintiff against the above-named Defendants to quiet title to property located in Williamsburg County. The property that is subject of the action is described as follows:   All  that  certain piece,  parcel, or tract of  land situate,  lying,  and  being in Penn Town, in the County of Williamsburg, State of South Carolina,  containing seventy-two and one-half (72 ½) acres, more or less, and  bounded on the North by  lands  of the  Estate  of  E. J. Williams;  on the  East, by lands  of  the Estate of  J. B. Dozier;  on the  South by lands of  Eveline Williams;  and on the West the  run  of  Stoney-Run  Branch; being the  same  tract  of  Land  conveyed to me,  the  said W. B. Dozier, W.S. McFadden,  Clerk of Court, by his  deed dated  the  7th day of January, 1937,  and  recorded  in the Office of the  Clerk  of  Court for Williamsburg Comity in Deed-Book  "A-23" at  page 151;  Also  All the right, title, and interest of W. B. Dozier and to all that certain piece, parcel, or tract of lying, being, and situate in the County of Williamsburg, State of South  Carolina,  containing  twenty-five  (25) acres more  or  less,  and  bounded as follows,  to wit: On the North by lands  of  F. L. Williams, on the East by lands of J. B. Dozier; on the South by the Estate of William Burrows; and on the West by the run of Stoney Run Swamp.  TMS: 45-159-003  AMENDED SUMMONS   YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action, of which a copy is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to the said Complaint on the subscribers at their office at Post Office Box 11844, Columbia, South Carolina 29210, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof; exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer and defend the Complaint within the time aforesaid; the Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint and judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.  NOTICE OF FILING AMENDED COMPLAINT  YOU WILL PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the original Amended Summons and Amended Complaint in the aboveentitled action were filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Williamsburg County, South Carolina, and other relief as set forth in the Amended Complaint. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN AD LITEM  YOU WILL PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Darryl Caldwell, Esq. doing business at 140 Widewood Park Drive Columbia, SC 29223, with telephone number of 803-542-0431, has been appointed Guardian Ad Litem to represent the interest of the unknown Defendants in the above-entitled matter.   ORDER OF PUBLICATION  HAVING READ and filed Petition, Kenneth A. Davis, attorney for the Plaintiff herein, and it appearing that this is an action to Quiet Title to the property situated in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, and further, that the Defendants, John Doe and Richard Roe, cannot, after, after due diligence be located in said County and State.  IT IS ORDERED that service in this matter be made on the Defendants, John Doe and Richard Roe, by publishing copies of the Amended Lis Pendens, Amended Summons and Notice of Filing of the Amended Complaint, Notice of Order Appointing Guardian ad Litem , and Order of Publication by publication in the “Los Angeles Daily Journal”, a newspaper in Los Angeles County, California, in “The News”, a newspaper in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, and in the “Yorktown News”, a newspaper in Westchester County, NY.  Elected officials and members of the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce enjoyed the sweet aroma of freshly baked cookies as they welcomed eager locals to one of the bakery’s grand opening events earlier this month. Yorktown Supervisor Ed Lachterman and Councilman Patrick Murphy led the celebrations with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, marking a delicious new chapter for the community. “We love it when businesses come, especially fun businesses,” Lachterman said. “Yorktown has been an extremely attractive market for businesses seeking communities with an abundance of families, children and teens. We really appreciate Crumbl Cookies’ investment, and we hope they will thrive like the other businesses at the Staples Plaza.” Crumbl Cookies, known for its rotating menu of gourmet cookies, promises a unique and delightful experience with every visit. “Yorktown is proud to have this new business in our community and we wish them lots of success,” said Councilman Patrick Murphy. From classic chocolate chips to imaginative new flavors, there is something for everyone to enjoy. “We offer six gourmet desserts a week. We have a rotating menu of more than 300 flavors. Every Sunday night we announce what the new flavors will be on our website,” said Justin Cinnamon, who co-owns the store with his brother Scott Cinnamon. Located at 3333 Crompond Road, Crumbl Cookies’ Yorktown Heights store is open six days a week and closed on Sundays. Crumbl Cookies opens at Staples Plaza From left to right: Yorktown Councilman Patrick Murphy, Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Vice President Bruce Apar, Yorktown Supervisor Ed Lachterman and Yorktown Crumbl Cookies co-owners Scott and Justin Cinnamon. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE TOWN OF YORKTOWN In our June 6 story “New leadership on the horizon for Yorktown Dems” (page 9), we misidentified longtime co-chair Mark Lieberman as chair. The other co-chair is Marni Rabin-Marron. We regret the error. CORRECTION Car Shows at Jefferson Valley Mall Join the Trans Ams and Camaros of the Hudson Valley every Tuesday night at 6 p.m. in the parking lot of the Jefferson Valley Mall (600 Lee Blvd.). Showcase your American muscle cars while checking out others from throughout the lower Hudson Valley. Networking Breakfast The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce hosts a monthly networking breakfast at the Mohegan Lake Diner, 1880 E. Main St, Mohegan Lake (Route 6) on the first Wednesday of every month starting at 7:45 a.m.  Because of the July 4 holiday, the next event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 10. Cost is $20 for members/ $25 for non-members. Register for an annual chamber membership at the event and breakfast is on the chamber! Learn more at yorktownchamber.org. Knights of Columbus Knights of Columbus Fr. John LaFarge Council 4012 of Yorktown recently collected and delivered over 10,000 lbs. of food to three local pantries, volunteered at Special Olympics events involving 500 athletes in Somers and Mahopac, and is participating in Earth Day Yorktown cleanup activities. Knights organized delivery of hundreds of St. Patrick’s Day cards to our veterans at the Montrose VA Hospital, and gives financial support to many local charities. Dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism, Council 4012 seeks like-minded Catholic men over the age of 18 to join the Knights of Columbus. For information go to KofC4012.org contact Andrew Amenn ([email protected]), or join online at KofC. org; click the “Join Us” button and enter 4012 in the “Preferred Council” window. Softball Umps Wanted Thinking of retiring from playing softball but want to stay close to the game? Want to make some extra money while still playing? Become an umpire in a local league and earn money while keeping in touch with your passion. Yorktown Sports Association needs umpires for modified and slow-pitch adult leagues on Sunday mornings and/or weeknights, with a flexible schedule. Training is available. YSA has taken special pride in providing a safe, friendly, fun atmosphere for the past 50 years. For more info, email info@ysaleagues. com or call 914-962-8390, ext. 10. Islamic Center Community Night Hudson Valley Islamic Community Center (3680 Lexington Ave., Mohegan Lake) holds its Community Night every Friday at 7 p.m. Dinner is served. All are welcome. The HVIC also has a monthly food pantry on the first Sunday of each month at the same location. For more information, call 914-528-1626. Race Amity Join in for monthly discussions as we work to advance cross-racial and cross-cultural amity to impact the public discourse on race. Monthly meetings feature speakers, screenings, and presentations where discussions are aimed at educating one another on who we are. Learn more at face book.com/ RaceAmityofNorthernWestchesterandPutnam. Family Support and Education Group The Spotlight Family Support group holds twice-weekly Zoom meetings open to anyone struggling with the effects of addiction in a friend or loved one. Tuesdays 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., and Wednesdays 7-8 p.m. Visit yorktownny. org/community/spotlight-family -support-group for more. Trail Town Committee The Yorktown Trail Town Committee is a volunteer group that promotes Yorktown’s extensive network of trails. Comprised of residents and business owners, the committee seeks to promote greater recreational, health, social, and economic benefits to its residents and visitors through parks and trails. Membership is free and open. The Committee meets monthly. Visit yorktowntrailtown.org or email yorktowntrailtown@ gmail.com to learn more. GREEN FROM PAGE 45

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