Yorktown News 07.13.2023

VOL. 12 NO. 19 THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 23 CLASSIFIEDS 22 LEGAL NOTICES 22 LEISURE 18 OPINION 8 SPORTS 16 TOWN GREEN 2 Golf Course Opening pg 12 FORE! Visit TapIntoYorktown.net for the latest news. BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER In response to heavy rainfall overnight and subsequent severe flooding, Yorktown officials declared a State of Emergency in the early hours of July 10.  Later that morning, Yorktown officials, YPD Chief Robert Noble, Congressman Mike Lawler, County Legislator Vedat Gashi, Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg, and Assemblyman Matt Slater gathered for a press conference at Yorktown Town Hall to discuss the situation.  They also discussed the steps necessary to work through the declaration to receive assistance from the government and possibly the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). “I am declaring a State of Emergency for the town of Yorktown,” said Town Supervisor Tom Diana. “It got so bad to the point where the Mohegan Fire Department lost a firetruck trying to respond to a scene and it was compromised by the high water on one of the roadways.” Storm damage included washouts on numerous roads, boulders being thrown onto the road causing cars to hit them, streams overflowing, and homes being flooded, according to Diana. The flooded homes had to have their electric meters removed to prevent electrical currents from potentially causing harm. Diana added that a dive team had to go into Hunter Brook to pull out a car on Sunday night.  As of Monday morning, road closures included Route 6N between Perry Street and Wood Street; East Main Street between Pine Court and Barger Street; and Old Crompond Road between Linette Court and Mill Pond Road. Yorktown Police Chief Robert Noble described challenges being faced in roadways and abandoned vehicles, explaining that the department was working alongside Yorktown Autobody to remove six abandoned vehicles.  “Patience and good judgment are the operation today,” said Noble. “Yorktown’s been through this in the past, it’s no surprise. We’ve had a lot of things thrown our way. We’ll get through it. Patience, and let our people do their work so that you go about your day safely as soon as we can make that happen.” Phil Marino, Foreman of the Town’s Refuse and Recycling Department, said that Monday’s garbage pickup would take place as long as trucks were able to safely pass through the roads. Roads that weren’t passable were State of Emergency Storm leaves Yorktown flooded SEE FLOODING PAGE 7 An aerial view of the JV Mall. PHOTO COURTESY OF YORKTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT

PAGE 2 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 Periodicals Postage Paid at Somers, NY and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Yorktown News at 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 (ISSN 2329-8693) Published Weekly by Halston Media, LLC at 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 Halston Media, LLC The Staff EDITORIAL TEAM Tom Walogorsky Editor: 914-302-5830 [email protected] Emile Menasche Sports Editor [email protected] ADVERTISING TEAM Paul Forhan (914) 806-3951 [email protected] Bruce Heller (914) 486-7608 [email protected] Lisa Kain (201) 317-1139 [email protected] Corinne Stanton (914) 760-7009 [email protected] Jay Gussak (914) 299-4541 [email protected] Pam Zacotinsky 845-661-0748 [email protected] PRODUCTION TEAM Tabitha Pearson Marshall Creative Director/Photographer [email protected] Noah Elder Designer Bri Agosta Designer Haven Elder Designer EXECUTIVE TEAM Brett Freeman CEO & Publisher 845-208-8151 [email protected] Deadlines Yorktown News The deadline for advertisements and editorial submissions for Yorktown News is the Thursday before the next publication date. For more information, call Tom Walogorsky at 914-302-5830 or email [email protected]. Subscribe To request Yorktown News weekly delivery, call 845-208-8503 or email [email protected]. Subscriptions are complimentary for residents and businesses in the town. Out of town mail subscriptions are $150 per year for First Class Mail. Your One-Stop Shop for Deck Building Materials DECKING & RAILING Mahopac Railroad Tie Experts in Deck Lumber 911 Route 6, Mahopac, NY • 845-628-8111 • www.decklumber.com A number of Yorktown students have been recognized for their academic achievements at colleges across the country! Graduations GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Pravin Santhanam UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA Nicholas Gibson Provost’s List SUNY ONEONTA Conor Brandt Dean’s List LE MOYNE COLLEGE Ashley Dobransky Debra Dobransky QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSITY Matthew Buchwald Ashley Campise Sebastian Cano William Engelhardt Gina Montaquiza Alyssa Nelsen Sophia Sommovigo SUNY ONEONTA Jenna Argyros Juliana Cappelli Danny Jennings Frank Jennings Zachary Lebid Kelly Quigley Jessica Ross Antonio Sanabria Marco Sancimino Lindsey Townes Faculty Honors GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Connor Koelsch President’s List HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Matthew Grosso Celebrating our scholars! Yorktown Repair Cafe Saturday, July 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteer repair coaches are available to help people make all possible repairs free of charge.  Lamps, small appliances, bikes, clocks, fabrics, toys, wooden items, crockery, jewelry, computers, and electronics are welcome (limit 2 items). Advance registration reduces wait time. Go to www. repaircafehv.org/yorktown for info and link to SignUp form.  To be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 3830 Gomer Street in Yorktown Heights. The Schoolhouse Theater (MIS)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: THE HATTIE MCDANIEL STORY July 14 through 30 “A heartbreaking story of stardom and struggle in America.” Starring multi-award winner Tina Fabrique in a one woman play with music. To purchase tickets, visit www.theschool housetheater.org Yorktown Grange 2023 YORKTOWN GRANGE FAIR September 8, 9, and 10 Save the dates! The 2023 Yorktown Grange Fair is stacked TOWN GREEN SEE GREEN PAGE 6

THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 3 BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER The Yorktown Police Department has promoted a detective to sergeant and assigned two officers to detective positions. Police Chief Robert Noble introduced Sergeant Tom Beyrer, Detective Dan Curtis, and Detective James Hannigan at a May Town Board meeting. Beyrer was born and raised in Yorktown and attended Yorktown High School from which he graduated and went on to earn a Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Education from Manhattan College. He began his career in law enforcement in January 2014 when he was hired by the Yorktown Police Department (YPD). He attended the Westchester County Police Academy and was assigned to the YPD Patrol Division following his graduation. While in the patrol division, Beyrer was active in proactive traffic enforcement, was assigned as a Domestic Incident FollowUp Officer, and was also a Field Training Officer. In 2017, he was selected to be a department K9 handler. While at a K9 handling school in North Carolina, Beyrer was paired with his partner K9 Dallas. Noble explained that the BeyrerDallas dynamic duo has been “instrumental in multiple narcotics related cases, investigations, and arrests throughout their time together.” One of the cases involved K-9 Dallas locating over 40,000 bags of heroin hidden in a motor vehicle which were equivalent to 151 pounds and $250,000 in narcotic related money. Not only is the duo recognized in town, but they are also a state, regionally, and nationally recognized K9 Team with multiple certifications. They are also at many town events and visit the local schools. In September 2021, Beyrer was promoted to detective. In addition to his police work, Beyrer has served as both the secretary and the vice president of the Yorktown PBA, was the recipient of a lifesaving award in 2017, and has received six excellent police duty accommodations. “It is really my pleasure to promote Sgt. Beyrer,” said Noble. “To be able to accomplish becoming a detective and a Sergeant within the first ten years of his career is truly remarkable.” Curtis was also born and raised in Yorktown and attended Yorktown High School where he graduated in 2010. Following YHS, he went on to study criminal justice at SUNY Oneonta. He graduated in 2014 with his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. His law enforcement career began in March 2015 when he was hired by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection Police. During his time at the police academy, he received a Session 11 Academic Proficiency Award for outstanding academic performance throughout the academy. Following the academy, he worked in the patrol division until July 2016 when he was hired by the NYPD. In 2016, he was hired by the YPD where he has worked in the Patrol Division as a field training officer, a desk officer, a backup SRO, and has worked in many investigations resulting in the arrests of criminal offenders. “To receive the title of detective is quite prestigious and Dan’s work ethic is just two words: tenacious and relentless,” said Noble. “If there’s a lead to follow, he follows it until it is ultimately exhausted.” Hannigan graduated from Lakeland High School in 2007 and went on to study at SUNY Albany. Following college, he joined the United States Army Reserves. While in the Reserves, he began his police career in 2013 with the NYPD. In December 2016 he transferred to the YPD and was assigned to various patrol squads. In the beginning of 2022, he was assigned to the Special Conditions Narcotics Unit where he is tasked with seeking out all conditions involved with the fostering of crimes including gambling, narcotics, illegal firearms, and vices. He has completed search warrants, apprehended multiple subjects, and has made arrests for narcotics and illegal firearms since his assignment to this position. “He is unique; he is a hunter,” said Noble. “He goes out there and he will find the worst of the worst.” Noble added that Hannigan has maintained and improved the department’s relationships with the NYPD, the FBI, the Westchester County Police, New York State Police. Homegrown detective promoted to Sergeant Two detective positions assigned PHOTO: SOPHIA CASELNOVA L to R: Sergeant Beyrer, Detective Hannigan, and Detective Curtis YORKTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT Parkside Route 202 LLC, together with five of its tenants - Sheryl and Marc Saidel (Saidel and Saidel, P.C.), Douglas Petri (ASAP Mortgage), Gina and Paul DiPaterio (Little Sorrento Restaurant), Dr. Gary Simon (North County Dental), and Isioma Ogbue (Isioma Ogbue, CPA, P.C.) - proudly awarded $1,000 scholarships to four college bound high school seniors who are graduating from three of our local high schools. These scholarships were initiated in 2019 in honor of the 30- year history of Parkside in the Yorktown / Cortlandt Manor community, as a way to recognize outstanding local students for their academic accomplishments, leadership skills, and their service to the school and the larger community. Each student has identified a career goal in business or a profession, and each has demonstrated through their impressive accomplishments to date, that their future potential is worthy of encouragement, and support. The 2023 recipients are Georgia Christensen (Yorktown H.S.) attending University of South Carolina; Joseph Gavilanes (Walter Panas H.S.) attending Westchester Community College; Travis LaPlaca (Yorktown H.S.) attending University of Miami; and Joseph Visconti (Lakeland H.S.) attending SUNY Binghamton. Article courtesy of Parkside Route 202 LLC. Parkside Corner Shopping Center Award Scholarships Joseph Gavilanes Joseph Visconti Travis LaPlaca Georgia Christensen

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On July 6, officials held a press conference where they addressed the problem of garbage not being picked up in town, and that the hauler has breached elements of their contract. They also announced that if the material breaches of contract are not resolved in seven days from July 7, then the Town can terminate its agreement with CCC. “We had no choice but to take steps for our own protection,” said Town Supervisor Tom Diana.  “We issued a Notice of Default informing Competitive Carting of multiple breaches in our contract. If they continue to breach our contract they will be heavily fined, but should these breaches continue we have put them on notice that we will terminate our contract.” Breaches of the contract identified in the Notice: Failing to perform outreach to residents for holiday schedule changes; Collecting outside of the collection hours; Failing to share GPS tracking data with the Town; Failing to perform a missed collection within 24 hours; Failing to provide collection reports; Failing to give written notice to residents when CCC fails to make a collection; Failing to place containers back in the same location after a collection; Failing to communicate with Town regarding e.g., interruption in service and resolution of resident complaints; Trash troubles Yorktown puts Competitive BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA Carting on notice STAFF WRITER Destination Y just had its first boutique hotel’s plans approved, bringing lodging to the Yorktown Heights business corridor. On June 26, the Planning Board approved the amended site plan for the three-story, 18- room hotel that is slated for the corner of Veterans Road and Commerce Street. The Gardena Hotel will feature a café, a rooftop bar and grill, and off-street parking. According to Town Zoning permitting Boutique Hotels that was adopted in Sept. 2022, a boutique hotel is a small luxury hotel that does not exceed 25 rooms and offers enhanced levels of service. “This boutique hotel is a major step in revitalizing our Town’s business corridors with new uses that will support the surrounding stores and restaurants,” said Supervisor Tom Diana. “I want to thank the Planning Board for its careful review of this proposal.” The Town Board voted to adopt overlay districts in Yorktown Heights’ and Lake Osceola’s business hamlets in 2021, intending to encourage the “creative redevelopment of functionally outdated properties, a greater flexibility of permitted land uses and visually harmonious streetscapes.” “I think that this is a prime example of what the overlay district is meant to produce, which is creative uses within the Heights and the Lake Osceola overlay district as well,” said Assemblyman Matt Slater. “I’m glad to see that it went through a full vetting and full review by the Planning Department, Planning Board, and all relevant agencies.” According to John Tegeder, Director of Planning, this project is slated to begin at the end of this year at the earliest. Gardena Hotel approved for business corridor PHOTO COURTESY OF TOWN OF YORKTOWN Gardena Hotel rendering SEE CONTRACT PAGE 5

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GreatNorthernCatskills.com Greene County Youth Fair July 27-30 Angelo Canna Park, Cairo Failing to implement a written protocol for handling complaints from residents and failing to provide monthly reports on this topic; Failing to report to the Town material circumstances that have impaired its ability to perform under the Agreement including lack of equipment and labor; Not having adequate resources including labor and equipment to perform under the Agreement; The Notice states that “CCC has failed to perform the essential functions of the agreement,” and will be fined $1,500 per day for violations beginning July 7. Yorktown entered into its agreement with CCC on Dec. 2, 2022, where the hauler is to provide for collection and disposal of residential refuse. The agreement is set to expire on Dec. 31, 2027. In 2023, the town is paying CCC $3,456,789 for service with a rate that will rise to $4 million by 2027. This increase translates to an annual $100,000 increase. The contract also has the option to extend the agreement for an additional three years. At the time of the bid being awarded, the town went with CCC instead of AAA Carting, the town’s previous hauler.  AAA offered a bid of $3.75 million to continue the same level of service they offered for the previous five years. By 2027, the service would have cost $4.4 million. At the time, town officials said that they awarded the bid to CCC because it was the lowest bidder. They added that the contract with CCC would save taxpayers $1.5 million in the first year of service, and up to $2.5 million if the town chose to renew it until 2030.  Since the service was taken over by CCC on Jan. 1, there have been discussions at Town Board meetings regarding delays in pickups, changes in recycling collection days, fines issued to CCC by the Solid Waste Commission, and a lawsuit filed by the previous hauler. Brian Amico of CCC spoke at the Jan. 10 Town Board meeting to address the complaints of the residents who experienced delays in their pickups, attributing it to a transitional period of taking over the service as well as back-to-back holiday weekends. On Jan. 17, Amico returned to the board room to present more issues that CCC had experienced in their time taking over the service. Amongst these issues were disorganized recyclables being left out for pickup, a change in the maps for the pickup routes that took place when AAA was the hauler, and a threatening experience where he claims one of his trucks was sideswiped on a route. At that same meeting, Amico also revealed that he wears a bullet-proof vest for his protection. Following the Jan. 17 meeting, Amico worked with the Town Engineer Dan Ciarcia to re-trace the pickup maps, stating that his new routes would improve CCC’s services and would get the hauler back on track. On Feb. 27, the changes in these newly traced routes went into effect for the town. In Feb., CCC received notice from the Solid Waste Commission that they were charged with 11 violations of a code in the Laws of Westchester County that states that it is unlawful to haul, collect, and/or store recyclables in Westchester County using a vehicle that is not properly registered with the Commission. The notice states that CCC only had one vehicle registered with the commission as of Jan. 1. The Commission issued a fine of $22,000 for the use of unregistered vehicles and was due to appear before the Commission on Feb. 28. At the Commission’s most recent meeting on Jun. 14, they fined CCC $42,000 for the failure to pay their previous fine, failure to comply with contract, and failure to pay fines and civil penalties. Councilman Sergio Esposito told Yorktown News that he supports the termination of CCC’s contract. “CCC’s management has failed the town of Yorktown, and since May, I have advocated for their immediate removal. I commend my fellow board members for taking action,” said Esposito. In the background, residents have taken to Facebook to express their anger and discuss the delays in their garbage pickups in a group titled “Yorktown, family, TRASH TALK.” Also in the group is Pasquale Cartalemi of AAA Carting. In a post dated July 6, Cartalemi wrote that AAA would be willing to drop their currently pending lawsuit against the Town and would service the Town again. The lawsuit, which was filed on Feb. 3, pursues the Town of Yorktown, the Town Board, and CONTRACT FROM PAGE 4 SEE CONTRACT PAGE 7

PAGE 6 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 full of a variety of entertainment ready to delight at “Your Hometown Fair!” All around the fairgrounds and on the main stage, entertainers, musicians, and wacky contests will fill the weekend with fun for all ages. With family friendly acts, party bands, interactive activities, and a little country — the Grange Fair is the place to be. Circolo da Vinci Circolo da Vinci, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded in 1982 by local Italian and Italian-American residents. Their mission is to project and highlight the many positive contributions of Italians and their culture. In addition, the organization hopes to preserve the customs and culture of Italian heritage through informative presentations. Activities include monthly dinner meetings with guest speakers, Bocce tournament, holiday party, Person of the Year/ Scholarship Journal, fundraisers, and more. This enables the organization to provide scholarships to area students of Italian descent, as well as awarding excellence in Italian language. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at Little Sorrento (3565 Crompound Road in Cortlandt Manner)  at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is $45. All are welcome. The Lake Mohegan community is once again holding its annual Lake Day on Saturday, July 15 (rain date July 16). The day brings together people from all around the lake and the surrounding community, and begins with a hike in Tall Timbers Park at 8:45 a.m., and ends with an outdoor movie on the lake.  In between, there is everything from talks about the lake environment to rock painting, Thai Dance, art exhibits, a D.J. party, food truck, and the perennial  placement of Chinese floating lanterns in the lake. One of the highlights this year will be the ribbon-cutting for the new lake-wide aeration system that was just installed. The events are free and open to all.  There will be a water taxi shuttling people between beaches. The full schedule is below: 8:45 a.m.: Hike the Tall Timbers Trail — Led by Yorktown Councilwoman Luciana Haughwout (Meet at Mohegan Beach Park—3339 Lakeshore Dr.) 9:30 - 11 a.m.: Kids’ Fishing Derby (poles and bait provided. Mohegan Beach Park—3339 Lakeshore Dr.) 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Rock Painting (kids and adults. Shrub Oak Lake Estates (SOLE) Beach—3503 Mohegan Ave.) 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.: Kids’ Games (Mohegan Highlands—3365 Mohegan Ave.) 1:30 - 3 p.m.: Art on the Lake, Thai Dance, Bagpipe & Drum, Ribbon-Cutting for New Aeration (Lake Mohegan Park—3250 Lakefront Drive) 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.: Wildlife Encounter with Rick Lee, Nature Awareness School (Amazon Beach Park—1610 Wenonah Trail) 5 p.m.: Closing Events at Mohegan Colony Beach (3092 High Street) 5 - 9 p.m.: Wrappers Delight Food Truck, live DJ, karaoke. Celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th Anniversary and Mohegan Colony’s 100th Anniversary! 8:45 p.m.: Chinese Floating Lanterns 9 p.m: Outdoor Movie at the lake Lake Mohegan Community readies for Lake Day 2023 GREEN FROM PAGE 2 The community has a full slate of events planned for this year’s Lake Day Celebration PHOTO COURTESY OF KEN BELFER Law Offices of Joseph J. Tock 963 Route 6, Mahopac, NY 10541 TOCKLAW.COM • 800-869-8080 CRIMINAL DEFENSE/DWI • PERSONAL INJURY REAL ESTATE • BUSINESS LAW • WILLS, TRUSTS, ESTATES, PROBATE ‘ Our family received outstanding service from Joe and his staff. They are accomplished and professional, yet accessible and friendly— a wonderful community resource that I would recommend to anyone. ~A.W. NO FEE MEDICARE MADE SIMPLE! I CAN HELP! Are You Planning On Retiring Soon? Make an INFORMED DECISION 914-330-5252 [email protected] Angela Asadi Licensed Agent

THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 7 CCC seeking to annul and set aside the contract that the town awarded. The suit states that AAA was the lowest responsible bidder in the bidding process, and adds that the town’s decision to reject AAA as the lowest responsible bid violates General Municipal Law 103 and Town Law 122.  Cartalemi told Yorktown News that AAA is willing to sit down with the town to come to an amicable resolution.  “We want to make sure residents have consistent and timely garbage and recycling pickup,” said Cartalemi. “That’s our main objective.” Cartalemi also revealed that a Yorktown resident signed up independently with AAA for hauling, with the company providing pails and weekly service. He added that multiple people have called inquiring about pricing and costs for independent service because they are “fed up with inconsistent pickups and want peace of mind.” A request for a statement from Brian Amico and CCC was not returned before press time. CONTRACT FROM PAGE 5 Brewster Brewster, , NY an NY and d Bethel, C Bethel, CT T Design Centers Design Centers On your project everyday until completion... GUARANTEED! On your project everyday until completion... GUARANTEED! 845-278-0070 845-278-0070 Southeastkitchenan Southeastkitchenandbdbath.com ath.com Celebrating 50 years Your Family Car Care Center! LOCATIONS: Baldwin Place • 44 Route 118 • (845) 628-7900 Croton Falls • 1 Center St • (914) 769-3206 Visit us at www.ProperService.com For over 100 years of combined auto experience, Joe Ferone and his sta of Proper Service have been serving the community, creating releationships, and building a remarkable company with an amazing team of employees! Find out why Joe Ferone of Proper Service needs to be YOUR Go-To Automotive Service Center! to be returned to later in the day. Yorktown Parks and Recreation Superintendent Jim Martorano said that all programs were canceled for Monday. Camps and Junior Lake Pool were expected to resume on Tuesday, July 11. The Shrub Oak pool was expected to possibly remain closed due to the flooding. Town Engineer Dan Ciarcia said that infrastructure will require further inspection because of the inability to see the full aftermath. He also referenced the newly developed sinkhole that formed behind Town Hall as a result of a culvert failing during a storm last week. “As the water recedes, I’m sure we’re going to find more damage,” said Supervisor Diana. “There are roads washed out all over the place, so we advise everyone to use caution when they drive. Do not drive into standing water because you don’t know how deep it might be.” Gashi said that the county will take whatever necessary steps are needed at the county level in the declaration. PHOTOS COURTESY OF YORKTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT FLOODING FROM PAGE 1 SEE FLOODING PAGE 20

118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 Halston Media, LLC Letters to the editor and op-ed submissions may be edited. The views and opinions expressed in letters and op-eds are not necessarily those of 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 Tom Walogorsky, Editor Tabitha Pearson Marshall, Creative Director Editorial Office: (914) 302-5830 [email protected] PAGE 8 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 I hope this message finds you all in good health and high spirits while we enjoy the heart of summer. As the President of the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce, it brings me immense pleasure to reach out to you today to reinforce the significance of our tight-knit community and the vital role we play in supporting each other. Throughout history, communities have thrived when their members came together to offer a helping hand, celebrate successes, and navigate challenges as a unified force. Our beloved town of Yorktown is no exception. Our Chamber of Commerce stands as a testament to the dedication and passion we share in fostering a vibrant business environment, benefiting both entrepreneurs and residents alike. The past year has brought unprecedented hurdles, forcing us to adapt swiftly and find innovative ways to sustain our local economy. Yet, despite the trials we’ve faced, I’ve been continually inspired by the unwavering commitment of our business community. It is through our collective resilience, unwavering support, and the spirit of collaboration that we have not only weathered the storm, but also found new opportunities for growth. SPRING MARKET SUCCESS I am thrilled to share the incredible success of our Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Spring Market at Jefferson Valley Mall. The event brought together local businesses, artisans, and the community in a celebration of our town’s unique offerings. The Spring Market showcases the talent and diversity within our business community, attracting a large number of visitors and providing a platform for our members to showcase their products and services. I would like to extend my gratitude to all the participants for their hard work and dedication in making this event a resounding success. UPCOMING MULTI-CHAMBER SUMMER SOIREE Mark your calendars for our highly anticipated Multi-Chamber Summer Soiree, scheduled for 6 p.m. on July 13. This collaborative event, at Flames Asian Bistro inside Jefferson Valley Mall, includes multiple neighboring chambers of commerce, and promises to be a fun and productive evening of networking, camaraderie, and celebration. It presents an exceptional opportunity for us to connect with fellow business professionals, forge new relationships, and expand our network beyond the borders of our town. I encourage all of you to join us and make the most of this exciting event. HONORING SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS At our July 12 monthly Chamber Breakfast, we honored the recipients of our Chamber of Commerce scholarships. These four outstanding students have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their studies and a commitment to community service. It is an honor to support their educational pursuits and witness the positive impact they will undoubtedly have in years to come. We congratulate their achievements and wish them well in their future endeavors. CONTINUED EFFORTS FOR STRENGTHENING OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY As we strive to bring continued recognition to our business community, my appreciation goes to all members who have actively participated in our promotional initiatives, including social media campaigns, local media collaborations, and community outreach programs. Your dedication to showcasing the diversity and excellence of our businesses is deeply appreciated. Let us continue to work together to highlight the unique contributions of each member and build a strong foundation for the economic health and growth of our community. Remember, the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce is more than just a network of businesses. We are a tight-knit community working in unison to shape the future of our town. Together, we have the power to overcome any obstacles and create an environment where every entrepreneur can thrive. Let us continue to support and uplift one another, for when our businesses flourish, so does our beloved Yorktown. Thank you for your unwavering dedication and commitment to our community. I am honored to serve as President, and I am confident that our collective efforts will lead to a prosperous future for all. Karen Trendell is President of the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce. For more information on membership or our upcoming events, contact the Chamber at 914-245-4599 or info@ yorktownchamber.org. Join us in strengthening Yorktown’s business network KAREN TRENDELL CHAMBER PRESIDENT COLUMN Every so often I eavesdrop on a couple of locals whom I call Mom and Pop Culture. They could be your next door neighbor. Or you. Or almost anybody else. They’re aware of what’s happening and quite outspoken (though aren’t we all). Let’s dial in to them now as they drive to wherever… POP: I guess you’ll take the Tappan Zee? MOM: No, sir. Not happening. POP: Why not? MOM: There is none. POP: None what? MOM: Tappan Zee Bridge. It came down in 2017. Replaced by the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge. Full stop. POP: Oh, lordy, here we go again. MOM: Just sayin’. POP: Just agitatin’ more like it. MOM: Me agitatin’? You’re the one who’s down with this whole “The bridge that dare not speak its name” hue and cry. POP: Nobody’s crying, Mom. We simply want justice! MOM: I get it, Pop. Social Justice. Environmental Justice. Now add “Public Works Identity Crisis Justice.” POP: There’s a petition signed by 300,000 people who want their good name back. MOM: Their good name? You mean they want the bridge to be called The Luddites? “Can’t change the name! It’s sacreligious!” POP: Then color me Luddite. The bridge’s native name honors native Americans. MOM: I know that. I respect Now you Zee it, now you don’t The bridge that dare not speak its name BRUCE APAR BRUCE THE BLOG SEE APAR PAGE 9

THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 OPINION YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 9 APAR FROM PAGE 8 The great philosopher Mary Midgley insisted that philosophy and plumbing have a lot in common. I agree wholeheartedly. Both activities arise because something has gone terribly wrong, with us or our water flow systems. As she astutely points out, both structures supply the needs of those who live above them. Each is hard to repair when things go wrong. There are, of course, differences between the two. When you have a plumbing problem, you, without a doubt, accept the need to call in a specialist with technical knowledge to instantly address the issue. You may, however, doubt the need for a “philosophical adjustment” should the values and principles that underpin your life no longer work. When the structure of our thoughts proves faulty, it doesn’t draw our attention like a leaky pipe. We often don’t notice the obscure discomfort and malfunction, any more than you might detect a minor bad smell in your kitchen that creeps into the air gradually. More likely, we tend to complain if our life is going badly, if our actions and relationships are not turning out the way we would like. It is hard for us to step back and see why this is happening. To the contrary, our focus naturally flows outward to what is wrong with the world around us, rather than to look critically at our own thought process. Hence, philosophical inquiry and adjustment on a personal level is challenging and relatively rare. Even so, I have always believed that many psychological issues that plague us both on a collective and private level are the result of flawed thinking that through philosophical exploration, like good plumbing, could be remedied easily. I don’t suggest that you run to the library (like my college roommate did) and read every book in the philosophy section. I am not even recommending that you acquaint yourself with any of the multitude of great philosophers. My advice is simple: philosophy’s worth is not as a noun but rather as a verb. Just like an annual physical, I am advocating that you occasionally re-assess the values and philosophical underpinnings that are part and parcel of your life, especially if they are not working for you. So, assuming you’re still with me, you may ask yourself: how do I begin? Let me first ask a question: do you remember the Live Aid concert in 1985? The concert, featuring more than famous 75 acts, raised funds to relieve famine in Africa. At the commencement of the show, the famous participants were instructed to leave their “egos at the door.” In a way, philosophizing demands a similar commitment. For it to be useful, you must be willing to leave prejudices and long-held assumptions behind. That sounds easy but, trust me, it’s not.   The need for philosophical plumbing JAMES MARTORANO MY PERSPECTIVE SEE MARTORANO PAGE 10 Nestled in a lush green hideaway of Yorktown Heights amidst tall evergreens and nature’s beauty, sits The Country House, recently named a Best Assisted Living community by U.S. News & World Report. We invite you to tour and learn more about how our services can benefit you or your loved one. Call (914) 249-9144 to schedule. Experience the Best THE Country House in westchester 2000 Baldwin Road · Yorktown Heights · thecountryhouseinwestchester.com LIC # 800-F-007 Lil’PETES AUTOMOTIVE 2 INC 845-287-0139 Fax: (845) 628-6894 Light, Medium, Heavy Towing & Road Service Locations In: Putnam, Westchester, Orange, Dutchess & Rockland Email: [email protected] Web: Lilpetesautony.com that. What I didn’t know is that overnight you’ve become a fervent advocate for the rights of indigenous peoples. How convenient when it suddenly suits your agenda. Isn’t that called cultural appropriation? POP: If you say so. But I’ll tell you what it’s not. MOM: What? POP: It’s not political. MOM (after a roar of laughter): Come again? POP: Restoring the Tappan Zee name is not simply the sentiment of Republicans who want to reverse what former Gov. Andrew Cuomo ramrodded through his heavily Democratic legislature. MOM: It’s not? POP: A Democratic state senator from Orange County has made it his cause celebre to un-name the Cuomo Bridge and rename it the Tappan Zee. MOM: Impressive. His district must be a problem-free paradise for him to prioritize a bridge name as an urgent matter. POP: That’s not how it works, Mom. He can be paying attention to multiple matters simultaneously. Making that bridge’s sacred heritage whole again happens to be one of them. MOM: Whatever. I’m fully aware that Andrew Cuomo resigned as governor under duress for his problematic personal behavior, which I do not condone one bit, but here’s the rub, Pop: The bridge ain’t named for him. It’s named for his father. POP: Who said the world’s fair, Mom? Sometimes the sins of the son are visited on the father. MOM: Yeah, Pop, seems there’s a lot of that going around these days. But, as you said, it has nothing to do with politics. Bruce Apar is a writer, community volunteer and actor. He can be seen on stage Saturday, July 22 (at 8 p.m.) and Sunday, July 23 (at 4 p.m.), as Morrie in “Tuesdays with Morrie,” at Whippoorwill Hall in Armonk. Admission is free. For more information, contact him at 914- 275-6887 (text or voice) or [email protected]. 

PAGE 10 – YORKTOWN NEWS OPINION THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 Contact ANTHONY J. ENEA, ESQ. Managing Member • Fluent in Italian 914.948.1500 WHITE PLAINS • SOMERS • WWW.ESSLAWFIRM.COM • Asset Protection • Elder Law • Medicaid Applications (Nursing Home/Home Care) • Guardianships (Contested/Non-Contested) • Wills, Trusts & Estates Past Chair of Elder Law Section of NYS Bar Association “Super Lawyer” In Elder Law for 16 consecutive years When did you last update your last will and testament and power of attorney? CALL NEW YORK’S ELDER LAW TEAM 914.948.1500 What I am talking about is a do-ityourself enterprise. You won’t need to read philosophical treatises or take a college course. Philosophy is a skill, a method, an action. It is, at its heart, a system of learning how to ask and reask questions. It is understanding where to go to find the most reliable up-todate information that might shed light on the problem at hand. It is discovering how to check and double check fact claims to verify or falsify them. It is a willingness to reject fallacious fact claims, no matter how prestigious the authority who holds them or how deeply one personally would like to believe them. Why do we need to bother to acquaint ourselves with the methodology of philosophical inquiry? I refer you to our old friend Socrates, who spent many of his final years in the marketplace engaging ordinary people in thoughtful conversations. His interactions made it clear that everyday thinking is inadequate for solving the important problems of life. We need to step back and proceed methodically. If we are serious about finding solutions, like a good plumber, we must first isolate the trouble spot we are examining and then carefully, astutely, and thoughtfully discover a solution by visualizing the big picture. As James Christian points out in his wonderful book, “Philosophy,” we should not expect ourselves, in our philosophical endeavor, to duplicate the great ones: “the noisy dialectics of Socrates asking questions of everyone; the calm logical apologetics of Aquinas; the mystical philosophies of Plotinus and Chuang-tzu; the mathematical and symbolic philosophy of Russell or Wittgenstein; the full-blooded everyday practical philosophy of Diogenes and Epicurus; the grand abstract logic of Hegel; the experience-centered individualism of Sartre and Camus.” On the contrary, ours is a uniquely personal exercise, designed to help us cope with our life’s challenges.  As stated above, like the plumber, we begin our philosophical exercise by isolating the problem “leak.” What does that mean in practical terms? When we are offered a statement which is presented as a fact, we must first honestly weigh if the assertion is true. We accomplish this by slowly and carefully taking apart the idea with which we are presented. Being old school, I like to write down the premise on paper. Is the idea based on a true or false claim? Often you will see that it deviates from the truth by subtly or overtly appealing to our emotions, prejudices or previously adopted beliefs. Only solid oldfashioned objective research can solve this preliminary question. If you study the speeches of any popular tyrant, you will see strong appeals to emotions, prejudice and preconceived falsehoods, which instantly fall apart once you examine them closely. Given the polarized nature of today’s society, our job here is no small task. Step two: if we agree that, based on our research, the proposed assertion is true, we must, like the plumber who attempts to see how everything works together, synthesize our knowledge to attain a larger and better understanding of life. This forms the very basis of our value system. The second part of our philosophical exercise has been the goal of philosophers throughout the ages. Their central aim has always been to construct a picture of the whole of reality, in which every element of our knowledge and every aspect of our experience will fit into a cohesive whole. For humankind, this effort has posed a perpetual challenge to create concepts in which the universe can be viewed comprehensively. Before you throw up your hands, I must tell you that we don’t need to solve all the problems that have plagued thinkers for all human history. Our mission here is much more limited and substantially personal. We seek to determine and then align ourselves with the truth and, based on what we discover, to then embrace a set of beliefs and values we can live by. We are not trying to write the final treatise about the workings of the world. Or as Saint Thomas Aquinas once suggested, the goals of philosophical inquiry are: “to know what we ought to believe; to know what we ought to desire; and to know what we ought to do.” I heartily agree. Happy plumbing dear friends. MARTORANO FROM PAGE 9 Thanks for shining ‘spotlight’ on our talented students in the arts Dear Editor, The First Nighters of Yorktown Schools would like to thank Halston Media and Yorktown News for launching the “Performing Arts Spotlight” series in the weekly paper.   The First Nighters are a volunteer parent run organization founded in 1977 with a mission to support the performing arts in the Yorktown School District through programs, grants and scholarships. As advocates for the arts, we are thrilled to see the “spotlight” shined on our actors, dancers, musicians, singers and tech crew. The talent curated by their teachers and advisors - Dr. Bhasin (orchestra), Ms. Kluga (band), Mr. Moore (tech crew), Ms. Stock (choir, musical and drama) and Mr. Wingenroth (dance company) - continues to amaze and inspire us. The feedback we have received from parents, students, teachers and advisors and district administrators has been unanimously positive.   We hope that the stories the performers tell in your paper will inspire the next generation of students to pick up that instrument, belt out that song, dance their hearts out and support their peers who do. We LETTERS SEE LETTERS PAGE 14

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PAGE 14 – YORKTOWN NEWS OPINION THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 also hope that the Yorktown community recognizes the talent in our schools and takes the time to stop by and enjoy a performance and maybe even join the First Nighters in our mission. Thank you again, and we look forward to learning more about the rising senior performers in the 2023-2024 school year. -Shelbey Graf, Rossana Federico, Craig Armstrong The First Nighters of Yorktown Schools Executive Board Saving taxpayers money and building much needed housing Dear Editor, Underhill Farm is laying out $1,238,000 for the Underhill Avenue/ Route 118 intersection. It didn’t have to. All that it was required to do was make up for the new traffic impact of its completed project. That means it could have spent only about $175,000. But the developers are civic-minded good guys. They’re going above and beyond – ultimately covering $628,000 from their own pocket -- because it’ll benefit Yorktown. The other $610,000 will be returned to them over three years as part of a tax abatement on the commercial part only. Read that again: Underhill Farm ultimately will pay $628,000, more than three times what it should. In the end, it’s a big win for Yorktown and DOT (The Department of Transportation). DOT admits it doesn’t have the money or plans to repair the intersection on its own. They both don’t have to pay one dime to start this project that is desperately needed. The town is getting the intersection fixed for half price. The town and taxpayers benefit from a great solution. Traffic will be far better. And downtown will be more appealing. Underhill Farm is doing Yorktown a generous favor by saving us money; plus, they are giving us beautiful property with housing. That’s the truth. These are the real facts. Let the truth be heard. -Daryl and Lenart Lindholm Yorktown Heights What would Captain Underhill want? Dear Editor, The last person who probably would want to see the Underhill House today is Captain Underhill, who lived there for so many years.  He put a lot of work, time and care into his home, so much so that centuries later, it still stands and is in relatively decent condition considering its age. Work started on that main building in the early 1800s and continued off and on for decades. However, it’s fair to think that even Captain Underhill would agree that the house is ready for its next chapter. I’m glad that the man who hopes to build Underhill Farm wants to preserve that history and is opening his wallet to do it, to the tune of $1 million. History rots if you let it. Opportunity skips you if you don’t grab it. What Underhill wants to build is good. It’s a nice blend of history, today and tomorrow that we need in Yorktown. The old buildings used by the Soundview school aren’t nearly as historically interesting or important as the Underhill house. Being old doesn’t make them historic. And being old does mean they absolutely must have a future.  Underhill Farm is the perfect complement to our town’s motto, “Progress with Preservation.” Mr. Guillaro sees how history can be contemporary. And he sees what tomorrow can bring. He’s combining both concepts into his good plan for Underhill Farm. Can we just get going on this project? Thank you Underhill Farm. -Jon Farrell Yorktown Salute to Underhill Farm developer Dear Editor, I’ve been impressed that Underhill Farm’s owner is going above and beyond to create a terrific project. First, he’s going to bring a badly needed solution to that intersection. He’s shelling out more than $600,000 to do so – part of the $1.2 million he’s fronting for the costs. Yorktown’s government has said that it doesn’t have the cash or the plan to redo the intersection, which really needs it, so the developer is stepping forward to do something that’s the responsibility of the town and state. Plus, the developer could have simply spent about $175,000 to mitigate the new traffic his project would yield. But he’s going above and beyond. The builder also is giving $225,000 to help build up parks and recreation in town. He knows that his project could be the home to hundreds of people, so his gift will help provide services for them and other town residents. Did he have to write this check? No. But he’s going above and beyond. Underhill Farm also will provide parking for that planned senior-citizen center, which I hope is built soon. Did he have to do this? No, it’s not a core part of his project. But he’s going above and beyond. And the builder also is going to provide an emergency road to the Beaver Creek apartments. Did he have to do this? No, but he’s going above and beyond. I salute this builder. 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When it doesn’t happen, they may become depressed, sad, discouraged and give up trying. Some people react in just the opposite way. They become belligerent, angry, rude or even physically aggressive from frustration. To do well in school and get that A+ requires work. I agree with you that getting a head start over summer vacation is a good idea. THESE SUGGESTIONS FOR SUMMER SHOULD HELP YOUR DAUGHTER IMPROVE IN SIXTH GRADE: 1. See your pediatrician. Be sure that your daughter is physically healthy. Many times kids do poorly in school because they physically don’t feel well. Some kids simply need glasses. Many others are tired because they’re not sleeping enough or eating right. Your pediatrician can help you start unraveling the mystery as to why your daughter did poorly in fifth grade. 2. Look for someone such as a teacher, psychologist, counselor or tutor who can help you learn how your child learns so that she’ll be ready for sixth grade. Your pediatrician might be able to suggest someone. A professional will be able to pinpoint the reasons your daughter is struggling in school. For example, your daughter’s depression, poor grades and dislike for reading might be caused by a reading disability or an attentional issue. Your daughter may not be able to process language, understand numbers or write a paper. All of these issues make learning difficult. Spend the time over the summer trying to unravel the causes of your daughter’s struggle with school. 3. Find out some of the topics that your daughter will be learning in sixth grade and go over them. Preview them before she enters school. Introduce some of the vocabulary and concepts that she’ll encounter. For example, if your daughter is going to be learning about the American Revolution, talk about the difference between the Patriots and the Loyalists. Talk about the Patriot’s football team and how it got its name. When she hears these terms in class, she’ll be more engaged and feel good that she knows something about the topic. If you have time, visit Sturbridge in Massachusetts or, even better, Williamsburg in Virginia. In fact, any vacation in the U.S. is a lesson in American history. 4. Read a book together. Find out if her school has a summer reading list. If not, ask the librarian to recommend a book your daughter would enjoy. Each day read it together. If you and she don’t work well together, ask the librarian about summer reading programs she might enjoy. Many teachers could help her gain a love of reading and help her with reading difficulties she may have. They would love to work with her over the summer. Look around. 5. Be sure your daughter has plenty of off time to enjoy what she loves to do and can relax. If the depression or sadness doesn’t improve over the summer, talk to your pediatrician about it. 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PAGE 16 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER It was quite a freshman campaign for 2022 Yorktown graduate Olivia Salveggi, who played first base (with occasional spells at second), for the Sacred Heart University Softball Red club. Going undefeated in the two-semester regular season, the squad made it all the way to the National Club Softball Association (NCSA) World Series in Columbus, Ga. And while Sacred Heart Red was ultimately eliminated, Salveggi, who was named 2023 (NCSA) First Team Rawlings All-American, said the experience brought a lot of positive memories and important lessons. “The experience of being able to play in the World Series was absolutely unforgettable and humbling,” she said. “You get to observe how competitive club softball actually is. Coming into the World Series as the No. 1 seed and undefeated definitely put our team in a tough spot, and it showed the first two days of the tournament. But we always put up a fight. Experiencing this definitely gives us a better idea of how to prepare and what to expect in years to come if we make it to the World Series again.” Sacred Heart Red was undefeated, 27-0, going into the World Series. “One of the main reasons we were so successful was because our team had so much depth,” said Salveggi, a 2023 NCSA Academic All-American. “Our coach, Ray Mencio, repeatedly told us, ‘This is the deepest team I have ever coached,’ and how he had confidence in every single one of us no matter who was on the field. Every single player had a well-rounded skill set. We had strong chemistry on and off the field and everyone played their role.” Sacred Heart Red finished No. 11, along with Grand Valley State, in the 2022-23 NCSA Rawlings Top 20 rankings. “Entering my first year with the team, I was not sure what to expect at first,” Salveggi said. “Slowly but surely we began coming together and built a strong bond as teammates in no time. It was this strong relationship amongst the team that led to our success on the field and made the World Series run special. It is an honor to play for a team with such special individuals and collective talent.” Salveggi’s personal coming-out party took place against Delaware on Columbus Day weekend during the fall portion of the season. Coming up after Delaware had intentionally walked Hailey King to put two runners on, Salveggi responded by crushing a walk-off three-run homer to deep center field to win Sacred Heart’s firstever  NCSA annual First State Showdown by the score of 7-4. “I was struggling in my first three at-bats that game, we were seeing faster pitching that we didn’t normally see, and being my freshman self, I was getting in my own head that game and putting too much pressure on myself,” said Salveggi, who was North Atlantic Player of the Week. “After seeing them intentionally walk Hailey, I was furious because I knew they knew I was struggling that game, so they thought I would be an easy out. “I went up to the plate thinking to myself I can end it here, but I need to be selective with my pitches and stay relaxed,” she continued. “And that is exactly what I did. I felt it right off the bat, thinking ‘Did I really just do that?’ And reaching home, I finally believed I did. Doing that for my team felt amazing. That moment really paved the path for my mindset for the rest of the season.” That kind of success was familiar to Salveggi, who was named All-Section as a senior and AllSection honorable mention as a junior at Yorktown. “After high school, I was still interested in playing softball in college,” Salveggi said. “But unfortunately, my major, nursing, is very time-consuming and I didn’t think I was going to be able to handle the workload and play on a division team somewhere. When I committed to the Sacred Heart nursing program, I knew deep down I didn’t want to stop playing. So I looked into playing club softball. This has had to be the best decision I have ever made. Playing club allows me to play the sport that I’ve grown up to love, while also having time to spend on my studies and social life. It is also the perfect way to step away and take your mind off of the stressful work.” Olivia Salveggi named NCSA All-American YHS grad stars at Sacred Heart Olivia Salveggi at the National Club Softball Association (NCSA) World Series PHOTOS COURTESY OF LOUIS SALVEGGI Olivia Salveggi at the National Club Softball Association (NCSA) World Series SOFTBALL BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER It was a spring to remember for Lakeland and Yorktown in lacrosse, flag football, baseball, softball, and track and field, which included plenty of award winners. YORKTOWN BOYS LACROSSE (Section 1 Class B champions) Chris Constantine (All-American, All-Section, All-League), Jack Duncan (All-Section, All-League), Conor Duncan (All-Section, All-League), Andrew Weissman (All-Section, All-League), Ryan Cane (AllSection, All-League), Justin Meyreles (All-Section, All-League), Hunter Mezzatesta (All-Section, All-League), Brady McEnroe (All-Section, All-League), Jack Schietinger (All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League), and Aidan Boyle (All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League). LAKELAND/PANAS BOYS LACROSSE (League H champions) KC Bryan (All-Section, AllLeague), Cayden Turner (All-Section, All-League), Jack Jimenez (All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League), Justin Stabile (AllSection Honorable Mention, AllLeague), Riley Sand (All-League), Kyle Gallagher (All-League), and Stephen Carroll (All-League). SPRING AWARDS LHS and YHS student-athletes honored SEE AWARDS PAGE 17

THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 SPORTS YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 17 YORKTOWN GIRLS LACROSSE (Section 1 Class B champions) Gianna Altimari (All-Section, AllLeague), Alex Scialdone (All-Section, All-League), Brie Gaccino (All-Section, All-League), Reileigh McEnroe (All-Section second team, All-League), Reese Bruno (All-Section second team, All-League), Nicolette DeBellis (All-League), and Kaitlin Regan (AllLeague). LAKELAND/PANAS GIRLS LACROSSE (New York State Public High School Athletic Association scholar athlete team award) Isabel Kocaj (All-Section, All-League) and Brooke Pizzarello (All-League). LAKELAND GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL (Section 1 Division II champions) Samantha Moscati (All-Section, AllLeague, Lakeland Defensive Player of the Year), Samantha Del Ponte (AllSection, All-League, Lakeland MVP), Deanna Lage (All-League, Lakeland Offensive Player of the Year), Nichole Ljuljic (All-League), Gabby Santini (All-League), and Laura MacDonald (All-League Honorable Mention). YORKTOWN BASEBALL (NYSPHSAA scholar athlete team award) Derek Patrissi (All-Section, All-League), Jack Esposito (All-Section, All-League), Dylan Koch (All-League), and Brad Garrity (All-League Honorable Mention). LAKELAND BASEBALL Logan Crilly (All-Section, All-League), Frankie Kowal (All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League), and Anthony DeCesare (All-League). LAKELAND SOFTBALL (NYSPHSAA scholar athlete team award) Ryleigh Melendez (All-Section, AllLeague), Amanda Cohen (All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League), Nicole Mautone (All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League), Maddy Panos (AllLeague), and Liliana Aguirre (All-League). YORKTOWN SOFTBALL (NYSPHSAA scholar athlete team award) Bella Gomes (All-Section, All-League, Yorktown MVP), Eva Destito (All-Section, All-League, League Player of the Year), Adrianna Albano (All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League), Sophia Reilly (All-League), and Vittoria Milizia (All-League). LAKELAND/PANAS TRACK AND FIELD BOYS (League I-D runners up, 3-0 dual-meet record, third in Class AA at Westchester County Championships, seventh in Class AA at sectionals, fifth at Coach Sing Invitational, and NYSPHSAA scholar athlete team award) All-League: Brian Martins, Chris Zippelli, Andrew Merlino, Bobby Mayclim, Sohum Aggarwal, Aidan Hunt, Joseph DeSantis, Gianni Simpson, Riley Ciamarra, Elliot Thomas, Nischal Gabe, TJ Smith, Trent Patane, and Brandan Rooney. GIRLS (League I-D Champions, 3-0 dualmeet record, third in Class AA at Westchester County Championships, fifth in Class AA at sectionals, third at Coach Sing Invitational, and NYSPHSAA scholar athlete team award) All-League: Kailey Burdett, Alanalee Hughes, Lily Day, Emily Healy, Hannah Arbid, Maya Edwards, Sarah Healy, Serenity Jeffcoat, Alana Myke, Kelly Mallon, Julia Gallinger, Riley Scott, Ondine Gourdon-Luckenbill, Charlotte Sabert, Emma Numme, Stephanie Healy, and Emily Yazzetti. YORKTOWN TRACK AND FIELD BOYS (Division I runner-up at Irvington’s Rasbeck Relays, third place in Class A at Westchester County Championships, and NYSPHSAA scholar athlete team award) William McCarthy (State qualifier, AllCounty, All-League Honorable Mention), Michael Ryan (All-League), Drew Duncan (All-League), and Timothy McGuire (AllLeague). GIRLS (Division 1 champions at Irvington’s Rasbeck Relays, third place in Class A at the Westchester County Championships, and NYSPHSAA scholar athlete team award) Jules Vano (All-League) AWARDS FROM PAGE 16 Sports Deadline The sports deadline for Yorktown News is the Sunday before the next publication date. Varsity coaches should submit results and information by e-mail to [email protected]. All youth sports and recreational sports items should also be submitted to the same e-mail address by the Thursday before the next publication date. TICKS ARE HERE. MOSQUITOS CAN BE DEADLY! CALL TODAY! ANTS • TERMITES • TICKS • MOSQUITOES SQUIRRELS • RACCOONS • BATS • MICE RATS • WASPS • BEES SPIDERS • MOLES • SKUNKS • BEDBUGS NEW SERVICE ONLY - ALL PEST AND WILDLIFE DON’T LIVE WITH ANY CRAWLING PESTS THIS SPRING & SUMMER. WE “ELIMINATE ‘EM! SpCB23 TERMITE ELIMINATION OR RODENT/BAT EXCLUSION 845-279-9555 • TankRemovalServices.com Before you place your home on the market, contact ENVIROSTAR about replacing your aging underground storage tank (UST). It is required by most insurance companies prior to insuring property. We replace above ground tanks as well! Call us today for a free estimate and evaluation of your current above ground tank. SUMMER SPECIAL! $100 OFF IN-GROUND TANK REMOVAL With this coupon only. Coupon must be presented at the time of the estimate. Not to be combined with any other offers. Expires 8/30/23 FREE ESTIMATES WE WILL MATCH OUR COMPETITOR’S ADVERTISED OFFER! We are the name you trust for environmental needs Since 1998 DON’T GET CAUGHT WITH AN AGING OIL TANK!

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THURSDAY, JULY 13, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 23 A home is the single biggest purchase most people will ever make. That’s perhaps become even more true in recent years, when the cost of homes has increased dramatically. The sticker price of a home may come as a shock to firsttime buyers, but few homeowners purchase their homes in cash. Mortgages are a vital component of home ownership for the vast majority of buyers. Mortgages are loans obtained through the conveyance of property as security. When homeowners pay off their mortgages, the title of the property officially transfers to them from their lenders. Though most homeowners utilize mortgages to buy their homes, that does not mean the process is the same for everyone. A host of factors affect mortgage terms, and there’s much prospective homeowners can do to secure the best agreement possible. RECOGNIZE WHY A LOW INTEREST RATE IS IMPORTANT Mortgage interest rates have drawn considerable attention in recent years, as rising inflation has led to rates that have reached their highest point in more than a decade. Even a seemingly small difference in interest rates can save or cost homeowners thousands of dollars, if not tens of thousands, over the course of a loan. For example, the financial experts at Bankrate.com note that the difference between a 5.5 percent interest rate and a 6 percent interest rate on a $200,000 mortgage is roughly $64 per month. That might not seem like a lot, but over the course of a 30-mortgage the borrower who gets the 6 percent loan will pay in excess of $23,000 more in interest than the borrower who secures the 5.5 percent loan. Recognition of the benefits of securing the lowest interest rate possible can motivate prospective buyers to do everything in their power to get a low rate. WORK ON YOUR CREDIT SCORE So how can borrowers get the best possible rate? One way to go about it is to improve credit scores. Average mortgage interest rates vary significantly by credit score, with higher scores earning borrowers significantly lower rates. According to data from FICO, as of mid-February 2023, borrowers with a FICO score of 760+ earned an average interest rate of 6.06 percent, while those with scores between 620-639 secured an average rate of 7.65 percent. By bolstering their credit scores before applying for a mortgage, prospective homeowners can improve their standing in the eyes of mortgage lenders, which can potentially save them tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the loan. IDENTIFY HOW MUCH YOU WANT TO SPEND Prospective home buyers may be approved to borrow much more money than they think they will qualify for. That’s because lenders do not consider factors like utilities, insurance, day care, or other expenses everyone has. That means it’s up to borrowers to determine how much those expenses will be, and how much they should be spending on a home. Though it might be tempting to borrow up to the amount lenders approve you for, in general it’s best to stay below that amount so you can capably meet all of your additional obligations. Mortgages enable millions of people to buy homes each year. Some simple steps before applying for a mortgage can help prospective homeowners secure the best terms. This article is from Metro Creative Connection. Steps to take before applying for a mortgage To advertise in Yorktown News, call Brett Freeman at 845-208- 8151 or email [email protected]. BOARD OF EDUCATION  YORKTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT  2725 Crompond Road  Yorktown Heights, New York 10598  NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Board of Education of the Yorktown Central School District, Yorktown Heights, New York, in accordance with Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, hereby invites the submission of sealed bids from reputable and qualified contractors for the provision of labor and materials for the following contract:  ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT/UNIFORM RECONDITIONING SERVICES CONTRACT   July 27, 2023  11:00 a.m. EDT                Bids for Athletic Equipment/Uniform Reconditioning Services will be received until the above stated hour of prevailing time and date at the at the District Office located at 2725 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights, New York at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read.  Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the same office beginning on July 27, 2023, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., excluding holidays, or on the District’s website at www.yorktown.org.    Bids must be presented on the proposal form in the manner designated therein and as required by the Specifications.  All bids must be enclosed in sealed opaque envelopes which are clearly marked on the outside: Bid For: “Yorktown Central School District – Athletic Equipment/Uniform Reconditioning Services Contract”.  Bids shall remain firm for a period of forty-five (45) days following the date of the bid opening.  The Board of Education reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bid process, to reject any or all bids, or to accept that bid which, in the Board of Education’s judgment, is in the best interest of the School District.  The Board of Education reserves the right to consider experience, service and reputation in the above-referenced fields.  In addition, the Board of Education reserves the right to consider the financial responsibility and specific qualifications, as set forth herein, of the prospective bidders in its evaluation of the bids and award of the contracts.                                                                                                                          BOARD OF EDUCATION                                                                                                                          YORKTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT                                                                                                          Yorktown Heights, New York                          By: Yvette Segal                         District Clerk  Hallocks Square LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 1/3/2023. 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