Yorktown News 08.31.2023

VOL. 12 NO. 26 THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 CLASSIFIEDS 27 LEGAL NOTICES 26 LEISURE 21 OPINION 8 SPORTS 16 TOWN GREEN 2 Soccer and volleyball previews pg 16 KICKING OFF Visit TapIntoYorktown.net for the latest news. BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER Police are warning local residents—especially seniors—about a group of thieves using distraction and sleight-of-hand to rob them as they exit stores, banks, and ATMs. So-called “distraction scams”— both successful and attempted— have been reported in Yorktown, Mahopac, and some surrounding towns by what police describe as an organized ring operating throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond. Last week, two separate but similar “distraction” robberies were reported in Yorktown. Incidents have also been reported in Mahopac by what police believe are members of the same group. Parking lot robbery Police said the two Yorktown incidents were initiated by separate teams of people, but both targeted senior citizens in parking lots during daylight hours. “This past week, grifter-like criminals hit us on both sides of town, targeting our most vulnerable population, our senior citizens,” Yorktown Police Chief Robert Noble said. “Senior citizens are targeted for many reasons, the most prevalent being that they are the most trusting and tend to have considerable savings or valuable possessions.” The Yorktown Police Department (YPD) posted photos of the alleged perpetrators to its Facebook account on Aug. 23 and continues to seek information about the suspects and any additional crimes. Police are asking anyone who has been approached, victimized, or has witnessed such crimes, to contact them. Meanwhile, the Carmel Police ‘Distraction’ scammers target seniors Multiple robberies reported near area businesses BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER Mohegan Lake resident and former NYPD officer Gina Mestre is facing decades behind bars for allegedly helping her gang-leader boyfriend escape murder charges and providing him information she learned while serving in a Bronx unit focused on violent crime. If convicted of all charges, Mestre, 33, could face up to 60 years in federal prison, according to a press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of New York. Mestre was an officer in the New York Police Department from July 2013 to 2022 and was assigned to the 52nd Precinct’s Public Safety Unit. According to prosecutors, the unit was focused on reducing gun violence—much of which it attributed to the Shooting Boys gang operating in the University Heights section of the Bronx. “Gina Mestre shamelessly exploited her position of public trust to assist gang members in her own NYPD precinct that were terrorizing the Bronx by committing robberies, murders, drug trafficking, and other acts of violence,” said U.S. Attorney Damian Williams said in an Aug. 16 statement. “The indictment unsealed today alleges that the defendant abused her position as an NYPD police officer Mohegan woman charged with aiding Bronx gang Former NYPD officer allegedly helped gang-leader boyfriend flee murder charge SEE SCAM PAGE 4 SEE MESTRE PAGE 6 Male suspect in the Jefferson Valley scam PHOTO: COURTESY OF YPD Male suspect in the Uncle Giuseppe’s parking lot scam Female suspect in the Jefferson Valley scam By online or mail-in rebate on a set of 4 select Goodyear® or Kelly® tires when you use the Goodyear Credit Card. Paid by Goodyear Visa® Prepaid Card or Virtual Card on purchases made 7/1 through 9/30/23 GET UP TO $150 BACK OZZY'S GOODYEAR AUTO CLINIC REBATE OFFER #230022 $39.95 OIL CHANGE INCLUDES: Conventional Motor oil wit filter, FREE tire rotation, FREE 12-point Safety Inspection OZZY’S GOODYEAR AUTO CLINIC With this coupon. Most Vehicles. Not valid with other offers or prior services. Expires 9/30/23 Go to localflavor.com for more coupons. GOOD TOWARD Any Service Repair Of $150O or More Excludes tires. Exp. 9/30/23 OZZY'S AUTO CLINIC "IT AIN'T JUST OZZY'S AUTO CLINIC and DISCOUNT TIRE TIRES" 914-739-3333 • www.ozzystireandauto.com 47 Dayton Lane, Peekskill (Beach Shopping Center) "BEST TIRES.. BEST PRICES.. BEST SERVICE..” OZZY BUCKS Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30-6, Sat 7:30-5 & Sun 9:30-3

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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. BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER A Yorktown man was hospitalized after a confrontation with a group of ATV riders at a town park which led one of the riders to run at him with his vehicle. The rider was also injured in the incident. On Aug. 27 at approximately 2:43 p.m, Yorktown Police Department officers responded to a report of a man who was unconscious after being hit by an ATV at “a high rate of speed.” Police say that the man sustained a “severe” leg injury and injuries to his head and chest. He was transported to the Westchester Medical Center by Advanced Life Support. The man, whose name has been withheld, was at Hunterbrook Ballfield where he was reportedly trying to stop multiple ATV and dirt bike riders from damaging the field’s grounds. According to a Yorktown community group Facebook post written by a friend of the victim, the riders “surrounded him with their ATVs going in circles around him and one of them deliberately went right towards him and ran him over with their ATV.” The 21-year-old driver of the ATV, Kyle Frankild of Yorktown, reportedly fled from the park to a home near Route 202 before being brought to the Westchester Medical Center by AMR Ambulance to treat injuries to his face. Town Supervisor Tom Diana said that even before the assault, the riders were breaking the law by riding their ATVs and dirt bikes on public property. “It is illegal for ATVs and dirt bikes to be operated on public property not specifically designated for their usage,” Diana said in a press statement on Monday. “Parents must make that rule clear to their children who own these vehicles. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim, and we wish him a speedy recovery,” added Diana. Frankild is now facing charges for assault in the first degree; a class “b” felony. He was arrested at Westchester Medical Center on the evening of Aug. 28 and remains in the custody of YPD pending arraignment, according to police. While Frankild is in custody, the case remains an ongoing investigation being conducted by YPD detectives. “It is our goal to speak with every subject present at the Hunterbrook ballfield [Saturday],” YPD said in a Facebook post on Aug. 28. “Our team is working diligently to follow up on all tips that have been shared.” “If you have information or video of ATV and dirtbike operators in the area, please consider sharing those with us.” With some of the riders present during the attack thought to be minors, police are seeking help from parents. “If you are the parent of an ATV or dirtbike operator and your child was riding [Saturday] in the Hunterbrook Road / Hunterbook Aqueduct area, or on any public property in the Yorktown area, please consider speaking with them and sharing any pertinent information with us,” YPD said. Police are asking the public’s help in the investigation. 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Department (CPD) said a similar attempt was made on the same day in Mahopac but was unsuccessful. In addition to the confirmed cases, police believe there may have been others that have not yet been reported. “I would say with a reasonable degree of certainty that there were additional attempts, probably even a successful one or two, that weren’t reported,” Carmel Police Chief Anthony Hoffmann said. According to Yorktown police, the first incident took place in the parking lot of TD Banknorth in Jefferson Valley. The victim— a woman in her 70s—had just made a bank withdrawal and gotten into her car when she was approached by a younger woman who allegedly told her not to back her car out of the spot because there was “something behind her rear tire.” When the victim got out of her car to look, a man allegedly reached into the car and took the bank envelope containing the victim’s cash, which police say which police say contained a few hundred dollars. Both suspects walked away from the incident but were reportedly later apprehended in upstate New York. According to YPD, multiple jurisdictions are coming forward to press charges. Noble said that the perpetrators are suspected of committing similar crimes as far away as Batavia, N.Y., but the ring has been operating locally as well. According to Hoffmann, the same two suspects in the TD Banknorth incident were allegedly in Mahopac the same day that they were in Yorktown. The second Yorktown incident took place in the parking lot of Uncle Giuseppe’s in Yorktown Heights, according to Noble. The victim of this incident, a man in his 70s, was approached by a male/female team posing as jewelry sellers in the supermarket parking lot. The male suspect invited the victim to try on a necklace. The female allegedly placed the necklace on the victim while “skillfully removing” the necklace he was already wearing, police said. After taking the necklace (valued at around $3,000) the perpetrators fled in a Jeep. Using trust as a weapon Carmel police officer Erin Macom said that frauds and scams are becoming more frequent and complex every day, and while not all scams target seniors, many criminals see elderly people as easy targets. But, she adds, part of what makes the scammers’ job easier is that people think it will never happen to them. “It is easy to say you may never fall victim to a scam but we have plenty of intelligent and professional people come forward as victims,” said Macom, who is deputy public information officer for the Carmel PD and a member of its Community Relations Team. “The truth is that scammers work night and day thinking of effective ways to trick people. They are professionals and put a lot of time into looking credible.” Macom said Carmel PD “makes special efforts to teach people how they can identify scams and protect themselves from becoming a victim.” In her role as deputy public information officer, Macom and fellow CPD officer Vincent Serio frequently visit senior groups in the area to outline the dangers of crimes and explain how they can protect themselves. “Everyone has a story of someone trying to scam them, so we like to teach the basics on how to identify one,” Macom said. “There are three tell-tale signs people can look for.” First, the scammer will pretend to be someone you can and should trust, such as a bank employee or a loved one. Second, they will create an emergency situation and say you have to act immediately. “People often do not think clearly in an emergency,” Macom said. “Scammers know this is when people are most vulnerable.” Third, the scammers will create very short deadlines that you must meet or pay severe penalties. “The purpose of this is to deprive you of the time you need to think and verify their claims,” Macom said. “The best thing you can possibly do if presented with this situation is to stop and think through what the person is telling you. Is it likely? ‘How can I verify what they are saying? Are they trying to prevent me from verifying it on my own?’” Noble said that another sign that you might be a scam target in a public place is being approached by strangers with “a tale of woe.” Police recommend a quick response should you choose to engage such as, “I will be happy to call the police to assist you.” Noble said if you receive “no thanks” as a response, “something isn’t right.” Noble also said that if someone is trying to sell you something in a parking lot, continue walking to your destination, consider calling your local police, and do not engage. “Trust your instincts, and don’t be afraid to be skeptical,” Hoffmann added. “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” The scammers are smart, Noble said, and in communities such as Yorktown, they usually walk away with hundreds of dollars in cash. “You will also tend to see grifters in parking lots requesting money in suburban areas,” added Noble. “Some play musical instruments, others just stand there with a cardboard sign. 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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, AUGUST 31, 2023 I started writing this at noon on Saturday—my daughter Rebecca’s last day at home before she heads to Japan for at least 10 months. In 21 hours, she’ll be on the plane. Becca is the youngest—but she’s 27, a full adult. Yet I still see the marching-band kid, the sensitive writer, the young woman who’s not above laughing at (and making) dad jokes. She’s lived in NYC for the last three years (and went to college there for four years before that), and now she’s headed to Yokohama—a safe city in one of the safest countries in the world. Becca started teaching herself Japanese after being in Anime Club as a student in Mahopac, and it’s been part of her education and working life ever since. I’m very excited that she’s getting the opportunity to study with students from around the world. And yet… And yet I have that mix of excitement and dread we parents experience when letting go. I tried hard to come up with a less clichéd way of describing it, but those two words are the ones. Excitement for your child as she takes on a new adventure at a time in her life when she really can take advantage of it. Dread knowing she’s no longer within driving distance—or even within domestic flight distance. Will she be homesick? Lonely? Will she meet someone and decide to stay there after her language fellowship is up? My parents, both from different countries, met in New York City when my mother, an RN, was here on a temporary work visa from Ireland. I was too young to even think about how their marriage and her move to America would have felt to her parents. Were they shocked? Worried? Sad? Joyful? This was in the days before easy international calls, let alone email and video chatting. Trips home to her family were, on average, bi-annual and lasted for full summers, but the Irish side of my family’s day-to-day lives remained separated by an ocean for the rest of my grandparents’ lives. As I write, my Mom and Dad are getting ready to head over for a farewell lunch. They’re in their late 80s. How will they process Becca’s move? Later, I will ask my mother about moving overseas and those visits home to Ireland. “Mammy cried every time I left,” she said. I was there for many of those farewells, but I never knew that. As a kid, you don’t think of your mom and dad as a son and daughter. At the time, she was a decade or more younger than I am now. * Sunday: Up at 4:45 for a trip to Newark and a 9 a.m. flight. We’re on the Deegan as the sun comes up. I ramble on about various trips to the Bronx and the house I lived in until I was 4. No one is listening. There’s no traffic aside from the occasional nutjob sprinting down the right lane at triple-digit speed. They always seem to inspire copycats. After the quickest drive ever up the GW Bridge onramp, we’re across to the Jersey Turnpike. New York City’s updated skyline appears so alien to me now, like the bottom of a jagged smile with the tallest buildings looking like the only non-broken teeth. Everyone is quiet in the car. We get to Newark, and for the first time, I feel like a trip to the airport was too short. Becca and Amy say goodbye on the sidewalk and I help my daughter haul her heavy bags into the terminal. No line, but $200 in extras for exceeding the weight limit. It’s a small price to pay for uprooting your life to a foreign country. Then it’s my turn to say goodbye. Becca is anxious about paperwork at customs and I can feel it in her hug. She has six-and-a-half hours to San Francisco ahead, followed by nearly 11 hours across the Pacific. Sunday, a quiet drive back. Too tired and grumpy to work. I pretend to edit a few stories while watching F1 (Verstappen won again), soccer (Man City won… again), and the Mets (who also won, for a change). The day grinds by like spending a hangover with strangers. She lands at SFO and then the real wait begins as she departs for Tokyo. I tell myself to sleep. She’s a grown-up and watching the tracker is pointless—it doesn’t control the plane. I keep reminding myself of that through dinner, through half-watched TV, and into bed. And then again at 2 a.m., and at 3, when I finally give up and put the kettle on. Her text arrives while the tea brews. Landed. She got to me before the tracker updated. A couple of hours later, her evening (13 hours ahead) coincides with my morning. She’s in her apartment. She already called my parents to tell them she arrived. She says her landlady brought her some rice balls. She’s going to get some rest. Just in time for me to start digging into this week’s news. Emile Menasché is a musician and editor of Yorktown News. Rising sun and daughter EMILE MENASCHÉ TONIC NOTES The good news is that Yorktown has many strong laws on the books designed to protect the quality of life of our neighborhoods and our town.   The bad news is that laws are only words on paper; they have meaning only when they’re enforced. And the lack of effective code enforcement is a long standing problem in Yorktown. Why have laws if they’re not enforced — or enforced in a way that acts as a deterrent to future code violations? All too often, town officials either knowingly tolerate continued violations of town laws — or, when they do take steps to enforce the laws, their actions are a long, very long, time in coming, and/or are so weak that they send a clear message to property owners: In Yorktown you don’t have to obey the laws. But don’t worry. If you’re caught breaking a law, you’ll only get a gentle slap on the wrist. There are two components to code enforcement: compliance and penalties For most codes, the goal is compliance: stop doing what you’re doing, e.g., stop dumping, or get the permit that’s required to do what you want to do. The key issue with compliance is timing: How long should town officials wait for compliance? One month? One year? What if the property owner doesn’t remove the Who is responsible for enforcing town code? SUSAN SIEGEL GUEST COUMNIST SEE SIEGEL PAGE 10

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 OPINION YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 9 S eptember is not my happiest time of year. I hate to see the summer come to an end. To make matters worse, as the days get shorter, I can almost hear the autumn breezes whispering a warning that much more challenging weather awaits. Ugh.  It’s not that my summers are packed with trips to the shore or faraway places. I went nowhere this year. I guess it comes down to the fact that I enjoy the sunshine and, even if it’s my imagination, people seem much happier during the summer months. But are they really? A recent scientific study suggests that they are not. High temperatures are statistically linked to a dramatic increase in suicides as well as widespread depression, anxiety and a host of mental disorders. This summer was witness to parts of the West and South recording off the charts heat. But, counterintuitively, the increase in mental health issues during the hot months is normally greater in the northern parts of the United States. The explanation is that we northerners are less prepared to cope with heat waves. As a result, a dramatic surge in mental health conditions, including mood and anxiety disorders, stress disorders, schizophrenia, substance abuse, and self-harm are not unusual developments in our neck of the woods.   It seemed curious to me that summer months would be more stressful. To satisfy my inquisitiveness, I did a little research. It turns out that during periods of high temperatures, our pulse and heart rates tend to be higher. That increase can lead to physical changes, which spark emotional and mental changes. On a chemical level, we need to look at serotonin, a neurotransmitter linked to mood, anxiety and depression, which is also involved in regulating our body’s ability to sense temperature. Studies have shown that increased sunlight and heat can raise serotonin levels and may lead to mood swings, aggression and irritability. Equally troubling is the fact that a wide range of drugs, including ones used to treat mental health conditions, like antibiotics, beta blockers, antidepressants and antihistamines, adversely affect the body’s ability to regulate body temperature. The fact is that warm weather can pose real challenges for our mental health. Dr. Asim Shah, a psychiatrist at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, sees daily a direct link between rising temperatures and rising mental health issues among his patients. In a recent interview, he pointed out the dangers of extreme heat. Medications normally prescribed for schizophrenia, depression and bi-polar disorder weaken the body’s ability to sweat and cool itself. Lithium levels, for example, can elevate to dangerously high toxic levels, which can lead to serious physical and mental problems. So maybe September is not so bad after all? Not so fast. Just because the weather is cooling doesn’t mean that all of life’s stresses have abated. As a criminal defense attorney, I meet countless clients whose struggles with mental health and drug dependency persist all year The September blues JAMES MARTORANO MY PERSPECTIVE SEE MARTORANO PAGE 13 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 ASSISTED LIVING PROGRAM COSTS ARE COVERED BY NYS MEDICAID AN ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY 3441 Lexington Ave Mohegan Lake, NY 10547 WHERE LUXURY MEETS AFFORDABILITY | (914) 600. 1430 | sentinelalf.com |

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He gave short shrift to the challenges we’re dealing with China.” Can the Congressman and Assemblyman educate us by explaining what the border and dealing with China have to do with taking the lead to fight the fentanyl and opioid crisis in Westchester and Putnam counties? The majority of opioids come through our ports. -Steve Feinstein Yorktown Heights Re-elect Tom Diana to Town Supervisor Dear Editor, Given my time devoted to Yorktown issues, I feel compelled to talk about the issues that apply to local government decisions. The so-called “national issues” are very different and separate from local town issues. Ideally, to be qualified to run for local government, a candidate must be able to make sound decisions regarding budgets, infrastructure and safety. These are issues requiring experience. We have many individuals who volunteer their time, knowledge and talents to protect the quality of life in Yorktown. These residents come from all sides of the political aisle. Trusting your quality of life and that of your family should be determined by someone who has the proven record, experience and what it takes to keep you and your family safe, protect the values of your property and spend your hard earned tax dollars wisely. Tom Diana, candidate for Town Supervisor, is the most qualified. As a former councilman, deputy supervisor, supervisor and police officer, he is qualified to address the needs of our community. Yorktown was recently designated as a “Safest Small Town” in the country. That’s thanks to leaders like Tom Diana. Re-elect him so he can continue to serve our community. -Anthony (Tony) Grasso Yorktown LETTERS Don’t ask me why, but lately my taste for alcoholic beverages has been muted. I’m likely to tip one socially out of the house, but when home, how dry I am. Maybe it’s a sign of aging, who knows, but my reduced consumption also might be a sign of youthfulness, if a new report on alcohol consumption among the younger generations is any indication. According to updated research by prominent pollster Gallup – in its annual Consumption Habits survey conducted July 3-27, 2023 – “Young adults in the U.S. have become progressively less likely to use alcohol over the past two decades.” It should be noted that respondents to the Gallup survey are asked to self-report their consumption, so some allowance might be made for some people understating their behavior. At the same time, Gallup has been tracking consumption long enough (20+ years) that any under-reporting would be consistent, so it’s the relative fluctuations through the years that tell the story. Drinking by age The question posed by Gallup was, “Do you ever have occasion to use alcoholic beverages, such as liquor, wine or beer, or are you a total abstainer?” The results show that, among ages 18-34, those who answered in the affirmative represent 62% of the general population. That’s a decline of 10 percentage points, from 72%, over the past 20 If it pleases your Highness Tracking America’s alcohol and marijuana consumption BRUCE APAR BRUCE THE BLOG SEE APAR PAGE 13

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I find it both intellectually stimulating and soothing; • Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eating well, getting enough sleep and exercising regularly will greatly increase your ability to cope with stress. Your physical wellbeing directly impacts your psychological health; • Practice stress management techniques. Deep breathing, meditation, mindfulness and journaling are all practices that have been shown to reduce stress and promote a sense of calm; • If needed, seek professional help. Life’s challenges can, at times, be overwhelming. During periods when you feel lost or unable to cope, it can be extremely important to seek the help of a counselor or therapist. These professionals will work with you to tailor an approach to meet your specific needs. Do not be too proud to ask for help; • If you are in pain, rather than suppressing or denying it, accept it. Acknowledge its presence and allow yourself to fully feel and experience it. As uncomfortable as this may sound, it is the first step in real growth; • Take “me time.” Set aside private quiet time for self-reflection on the causes and impact of whatever is causing you pain. What can you learn from this experience? What patterns or beliefs does it reveal about yourself or your life? This time of self-reflection, hopefully, will produce much needed insight and understanding; • Practice self-compassion. Be kind and gentle with yourself as you navigate through your issues. Treat yourself with the same empathy and care that you would your best friend who has asked you for help. This exercise will allow you healing and growth; • Set boundaries and make changes. This one is tough, but it’s critical that we recognize what is unhealthy and painful in our lives and remove it. This includes patterns of behavior and relationships; • Cultivate resilience and emotional intelligence. Learning to cope with challenges in a healthy way is a lifelong struggle, but it’s one we can surely achieve. Your path may involve a combination of some of the strategies listed above like therapy, self-help, self-care, the development of new skills, or pursuing meaningful experiences. Upon reflection, maybe I should rethink my aversion to September’s cooler temperatures and shorter days. But whatever time of the year it is, none of us are immune from the constant struggle to deal with life’s trials. The important question is, how will we deal with these challenges? The answer to that query will determine the direction and quality of our lives. Like all of you, I have experienced life’s ups and downs. I have learned that each of us, individually, has the power to chart our own unique path. However, you should always remember that you are not alone. If you find life’s dilemmas overwhelming, you should seek help. All you must do is ask. Happy autumn, my friends. years. Conversely, among adults 55+, the percentage of drinkers has increased by 10 points, to 59% from 49%. What about people whose age falls in between those two groups – from 35- 54? Their drinking rate reportedly stays steady at 67%. As for those who are categorized as “regular drinkers,” Gallup data shows “fewer than four in 10 young adults (38%) now appear to be regular drinkers. That contrasts with 40% of 55+ adults and 48% of middle-aged adults. Twenty years ago, says Gallup, “younger adults were the most likely to be regular drinkers and older adults the least.” The demographic effect In analyzing reasons for the decline in regular drinking among younger adults, Gallup identifies shifting demographics as one reason: “Non-White Americans have been less likely than White Americans to use alcohol … across all age groups. The overall drinking rate among 18-34 year-olds has fallen as the proportion who are non-White has increased.” More than half of young adults (52%) cite concerns about their well-being, influenced by medical advisories that warn “even moderate drinking is bad for one’s health.” Notably, the percentage of young adults who believe drinking is a potential health hazard has risen 18 points (from 34%) in the past five years. In that same period, the percentage of middle-age adults who feel that way rose 13 points, while there was negligible change in the percentage of the 55+ crowd who worry that alcohol consumption might lead to health problems.   Enter cannabis Another interesting tidbit from Gallup is that Baby Boomers (born 1946- 1964) are “more likely to drink alcohol than the Silent Generation (born before 1946).” Might another reason for today’s young adults’ downturn in drinking alcohol be an uptick in consuming marijuana? Gallup’s data gives rise to that deduction. In the past decade, it says, “Marijuana use has almost doubled, to 25% of adults ages 18-34. At the same time, cannabis has become a lot more popular too among middle-age people, with the number of those who partake quadrupling since 2013, to 17% today.   In general, says Gallup, half of U.S. adults have “experimented” with marijuana, with one in six Americans current users, and three in four Americans “concerned about its effects on young/ teen users.” Bruce Apar is a writer, community volunteer and actor. He can be seen on stage weekends Sept. 8-Oct. 7 at Elmwood Playhouse in Nyack (Rockland County) as Professor Van Helsing in Dracula. For more information, contact him at 914-275- 6887 (text or voice) or [email protected]. APAR FROM PAGE 12 MARTORANO FROM PAGE 9

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PAGE 16 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER When Yorktown started practices for the upcoming season, it had a new look. Rich Armstrong, who coached the team for 21 years, was no longer directing practices after stepping down to take on the school’s newly created position of athletic coordinator. Replacing Armstrong is the energetic Ryan Langkafel, who was the Yorktown boys JV soccer coach a year ago. Langkafel played at Carmel High School, before going on to play Division 1 soccer for the University at Albany (class of 2019) and semipro for the Kingston Stockade. “I decided I would like to coach the girls varsity soccer team after seeing a number of their games last year,” Langkafel said. “It is a determined and focused program that I am excited to be a part of.” Yorktown will have two captains to lead it this fall. “In my time with the team, I have seen a strong drive and passion from our captains Kaitlyn Judge (midfield) and Ciara O’Brien (goalie),” Langkafel said. “They are both seniors. I am expecting a competitive season from the group, led by the senior and returning core.” O’Brien is coming off a season where she was named AllSection Honorable Mention and All-League, with Judge earning All-League honors in 2022. Peyton Case (junior, center midfielder), Caitlin Mulvihill (junior, defense), and Liv DelGaudio (sophomore, forward), are three other key returnees the Huskers will be relying on this fall. “All of our returners have been pushing themselves throughout the offseason to be the best player and teammate they can be,” O’Brien said. Yorktown, which finished 11- 5-1 and earned a berth to the opening round of the Section 1 Class A Tournament last year, opens this season at Mahopac at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31. “The key to starting the season off right is building chemistry throughout the team,” said Langkafel, who also was an assistant coach last year for the BYSNS (Brewster/Yorktown/Somers/ North Salem) ice hockey squad. Lakeland The Hornets are looking to build on last season’s success, which saw them share the league title with Hendrick Hudson. Lakeland’s attack is led by returning seniors  Grace Hahn, Grace Nugent, and Isabella Benedetto,  junior Maddie DiMirco, and sophomore Caroline Daly. “They should provide us a good amount of goal-scoring opportunities,” said Lakeland sixth-year coach Shawn Sullivan, who was named League Co-Coach of the Year last season, along with Hen Hud’s Bill Pagel. Sullivan is also excited about the veterans returning in midfield and defense. “We have midfielders in Maeve McConnell (sophomore), Kayleigh Mula (junior, All-Section HM, All-League),  and Caroline Leonard (sophomore, AllLeague), that should allow for us to be pretty strong with the ball and set up our forwards for some good scoring opportunities,” Sullivan said. “Our defense,    Kellie Sullivan (senior, All-League), Keira O’Grady (senior, All-League), Samantha Del Ponte (sophomore), Emily Field (sophomore), and Lillian Whippo (junior), should provide difficultly for the opponents to score and keep us in most games.” Kellie Sullivan, Hahn, and O’Grady are the captains. They’re all three-year varsity players and two-year starters. Langkafel Huskers’ new coach LHS looks to build on success Yorktown senior captain/ midfielder Kaitlyn Judge Lakeland girls soccer senior captains Keira O’Grady, Grace Hahn, and Kellie Sullivan PHOTO COURTESY OF EMILY HAHN GIRLS SOCCER BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER Yorktown is coming off a season where it won its third sectional crown as the No. 1 seed, defeating No. 2 Tappan Zee 3-0 in the Section 1 Class A championship game at Lakeland. While the Huskers lost a lot of players due to graduation from that squad, the high standards of continued success, development, competitiveness, and team cohesion, are the same. “Despite losing 16 seniors and 10 starters the goals and expectations for this year’s team remain similar to our previous two years,” said thirdyear Husker coach Zoran Milojevic, whose team also won a share of the league title in 2021. One of Yorktown’s top returnees is senior forward/striker Nick Varela, the Huskers’ only returning starter. He led the Huskers with 15 goals and was named All-Section Honorable Mention last season. “We expect him to provide leadership on and off the field, as well as continue his scoring prowess,” said Milojevic, whose team finished 20-1 a season ago. Senior Joe Granitto, an experienced defender, is another key returnee. “His seniority and defensive skills will likely contribute to the team’s stability,” Milojevic said. Senior striker Michael Munson brings a nose for scoring goals, he tallied six goals a year ago, and will be a valuable asset to the team’s offense according to Milojevic. Senior Justin Soliz is a fast and tough defender who is difficult for opponents to beat. “His defensive skills will bolster the team’s backline,” Milojevic said. Taking over as the goalkeeper is senior Jason Douglas. “His role as a goalkeeper will be crucial in maintaining a strong defense,” Milojevic said. Midfielders, junior Ricky Tiberi is expected to add depth and energy to the team, while Milojevic anticipates that the development and performance of sophomore Haniel Flores will contribute to the team’s success. Yorktown’s season opener is at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31, at home against Sleepy Hollow. “The key to starting the season on the right foot involves preparation, ensuring the team has practiced, trained, and honed their skills during the preseason,” said Milojevic, who added that unity, focus, and conditioning will be key factors as well. Lakeland Lakeland returns 16 players from a squad that went 13-4- 1, won its league title, and was the No. 4 seed in the Section 1 Class A tournament. Of those 16 players, seven were fulltime starters. Leading the Hornets into Huskers look to defend crown Hornets return veteran squad Connor Daly (pictured) will serve as one of Lakeland’s captains, along with Arjun Parambath. PHOTO BY ROB DIANTONIO BOYS SOCCER SEE GIRLS SOCCER PAGE 17 SEE BOYS SOCCER PAGE 17 Yorktown senior captain/ goalie Ciara O’Brien PHOTOS: ROB DIANTONIO

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SPORTS THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER It was a dream season for Lakeland in 2022, as it won the Section 1 Class A title, the first sectional title in program history, while finishing with a 20-4 record. “The whole team is super excited to get started with the season again and it will be a lot of hard work for us to get back to where we were last season,” said Lakeland senior Emma Dedushaj. “Our team chemistry and dedication will help be our key to getting back to the finals.” Dedushaj (All-Section, All-League a year ago), a setter and outside hitter, is one of the Hornets’ three captains, along with freshman outside hitter Kelly Mallon (AllSection, All-League) and senior outside hitter Isabella Sommovigo (All-League). “We will need to rely on all three players for their leadership and experience,” said Lakeland 38th-year coach Steve Fallo. “Our goal is to be competitive each and every game. We want to be playing our best volleyball by the tournament.” Lakeland was scheduled to begin defense of its title at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30, against visiting Tappan Zee. “Our practices have to be competitive each and every day,” Fallo said. “This new group will have to learn how to play together and trust each other.” Yorktown girls Yorktown’s top returnees are senior outside hitter Valentina Nezaj, senior libero Scarlett Segal, junior right-side hitter Lexi Livadhi, junior setter Nicole Dennison, and sophomore right-side hitter Julia Amado. “My returning players, I expect to have them lead and step up to a higher level from last year, and they will,” said Yorktown sixth-year coach Gigi Kemp, whose team has won three league titles in a row, the latter two shared with Somers, in 2022, and John Jay-Cross River the year before. Kemp said the team goals are always to win the league and then give it their all to win the section. “Our expectations this year are to keep building and improving our game for playoffs,” Kemp said. “We are young and ready to take on each match and give our best.” Yorktown, which finished 9-9 and qualified for the opening round of the Section 1 Class A Tournament last year, starts this season at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5 at Lakeland. “Our key (to start off strong) will be to get our first win by playing as a unit and finishing strong,” Kemp said. “It will be the battle against the Greens.” Hornet ladies look to defend title Yorktown’s Tommy Vano focuses on the ball. PHOTOS BY MIKE DIANTONIO The Hornets’ Emma Dedushaj sets up a teammate. Huskers’ Justin Sek bumps it. Lakeland’s Kelly Mallon focuses on the ball. VOLLEYBALL PAGE 18 – YORKTOWN NEWS Locals ready to hit the net SEE VOLLEYBALL PAGE 20

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PAGE 20 – YORKTOWN NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 Lakeland’s Isabella Sommovigo passes. PHOTO BY MIKE DIANTONIO Yorktown boys Sophomores Justin Sek (All-Section, All-League) and Jack Brunner (AllLeague), and senior Tommy Vano are the Huskers’ top returnees. “Justin is an outside hitter with great skill and determination,” said Huskers’ second-year coach Mira Rugova, a 2011 Yorktown graduate. “He plays for  his high school and AAU. In his second year of varsity, I expect him to use his game knowledge to communicate  and lead with new teammates.” Brunner is a setter who has great all-around skill, game knowledge,  and awareness. “He and Justin Sek have great chemistry, having played in high school and AAU together,” said Rugova, who team finished 13-6 and made it to the Section 1 Division 2 finals in its maiden season last year. Vano is Yorktown’s defensive specialist. “Tommy has been crucial to our back row  defense, hustling and digging to keep the ball in play,” Rugova said. Rugova said that the team is building a strong core, predominantly with sophomores. “(Assistant) Coach TJ Pufahl has joined in strengthening the team defensively,” Rugova said. “I’m confident that this year’s team will be cohesive with returning players who have stepped up and have great chemistry with new players.” Yorktown will host Lakeland, the opener for both teams, at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 5. “The key to starting off on the right foot is simulating real-game situations especially for our newcomers,” Rugova said. “The team will focus  on defense first.” Lakeland boys Lakeland’s top returnees are senior outside hitter Kris Dominic, senior setter/outside hitter Lucas Cruz, senior outside hitter Andrew Maricco, sophomore setter Kenny Bui, sophomore back row Shane Gorman, junior outside hitter Takagzi Roberts-Merille, and sophomore back row Max Maricco. “I expect them to be leaders for the new players,” said Hornets’ second-year coach Justin McCarthy, a 2010 Lakeland graduate. “I want them to build on the foundation that they built last year.” McCarthy said that the goals for this season are to build on last year. “We are in our second year as a program and are all still learning collectively,” McCarthy said. “Our goal is to get better every day and play every match as competitively as possible.” McCarthy said that the key to getting off to a good start is just to play loose and learn from its mistakes. “As long as we give 100 percent every point, we will continue to improve each day.” McCarthy said. VOLLEYBALL FROM PAGE 18 WHY DO WE ADVERTISE IN HALSTON MEDIA’S LOCAL NEWSPAPERS? TO ADVERTISE WITH US, CALL BRETT FREEMAN AT (845) 208-8151 “Advertising in Halston Media is being part of a community. While walking through different towns, people recognized our picture and connected it to the services promoted. It was a great way to get new customers while validating our work with current clients.” Dr. Deborah Hardy Student Support and Educational Consultant GuidED Consulting, LLC BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER Jake Arcara, a young Yorktown highway worker who lost his life while on the job last year, will be honored next month with a fundraiser combining one of his favorite activities—fishing—with one of his favorite places: Mohegan Lake. The Mohegan Colony Association will sponsor the first annual fishing derby in Arcara’s name on Saturday, Sept. 16. Arcara, a Mogegan Lake native and Yorktown Highway Department machine equipment operator, was working on a drainage project on London Road last year when he was hit by a car. He was taken to Hudson Valley Hospital, but succumbed to his injuries. He was 28. The fishing derby will be held at the Mohegan Colony Association Oak Street Beach on Mohegan Lake from noon to 6 p.m.,with all proceeds raised going to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Arcara’s name. “This fundraiser is exactly what Jake would have wanted,” said Kelly Arcara, Jake’s mother. “He always helped others, and to raise money to help children in need and make a difference is the way he would want it to be.” Kelly Arcara said that the fundraiser being held on Mohegan Lake was perfect because it is where her son learned to fish and where he grew up. “I used to take Jake and his sister to the lake all the time,” she said. “He grew up fishing. He found it relaxing.” Kelly Arcara said that her son’s love for fishing was also something he shared with his fiance, Katie Brosnan, as they used to bring pizza and cocktails onto his boat for a date nights. The cost to join the derby is $20 a person, or $40 per family. Sponsorships are also available, with lawn signs which $100 and banner sponsorships which cost $500. Event organizers ask that checks are made payable to the Yorktown Lions Club with Jake’s Way written in the memo. There will also be live music, food vendors, a corn hole tournament, kids games, a 50/50 raffle, and auctions at the derby. For more information, email [email protected]. Fishing derby to honor Jake Arcara Funds will benefit St. Jude’s Jake Arcara with a fish he caught PHOTO COURTESY OF KELLY ARCARA

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 LEISURE YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 21 To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! For puzzle solutions, please see theparamountrehab.com CLUES ACROSS 1. Midway between east and southeast 4. At right angles to a ship’s length 9. William Penn’s business partner 14. __ de plume 15. Accomplished soccer coach 16. Bone cavities 17. __ juris: independent 18. Popular Philly sandwich 20. Northern Ireland county 22. Performing artist 23. S S S 24. Lacks flavor 28. Commercials 29. Anno Domini (in the year of Our Lord) 30. Qatar’s capital 31. Indigenous peoples of Alberta 33. Popular footwear 37. Indicates position 38. Anglican cathedral 39. Aircraft part 41. Before 42. Blood group 43. Secretory organ 44 .Fencing swords 46. The small projection of a mammary gland 49. Technological advancement 50. Male parent 51. Dissociable 55. More cold 58. Cape Verde Islands capital 59. Blood disorder 60. Creative 64. Sun up in New York 65. Made angry 66. Relieves 67. Brooklyn hoopster 68. Seasonsings 69. Movable barriers 70. Attempt CLUES DOWN 1. Occur as a result of 2. Spiritual essences 3. Representative 4. Entering 5. Nobel Prizewinning physicist 6. Midway between northeast and east 7. Consumed 8. Tablelands 9. Kids’ craft accessory 10. Not known 11. Sound directed through two or more speakers 12. A major division of geological time 13. Wild ox 19. Shock treatment 21. Turner and Lasso are two 24. Genus of flowering plants 25. Relating to ductless glands 26. Stock certificate 27. Satisfies 31. Places to enjoy a rest 32. Edward __, author and writer 34. “__ but goodie” 35. One hundredth of a liter 36. Shabbiness 40. TV personality Roker 41. Triangular upper part of a building 45. Speed at which you move 47. Offend 48. A reference point to shoot at 52. Forays 53. Biblical city 54. Blatted 56. Northern sea duck 57. Shabby (slang) 59. Allege 60. Tax collector 61. Whereabouts unknown 62. Chinese philosophical principle 63. Indicates equal This salad celebrates the bounty of late summer by grilling fresh vegetables to enhance their flavors. It’s a refreshing and hearty dish that can be served as a main or a side. Vegetables • Zucchini: 2 medium-sized, sliced lengthwise • Yellow squash: 2 mediumsized, sliced lengthwise • Red bell pepper: 1, seeded and quartered • Corn on the cob: 2 ears, husked  • Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup Dressing  • Olive oil: 1/4 cup  • Lemon juice: 3 tablespoons • Fresh basil: 1/4 cup, finely chopped  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced  • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon  • Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon Instructions 1. Prep the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. 2. Prep the Vegetables: Lightly brush the zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, and corn with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. 3. Grill the Vegetables: Place the zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, and corn on the grill. Grill the vegetables, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have grill marks. This should take about 10-15 minutes. Remove them from the grill and let them cool slightly. 4. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, chopped basil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste. 5. Assemble the Salad: Once the grilled vegetables have cooled slightly, chop them into bitesized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl. Add the cherry tomatoes. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine. 6. Serve: Transfer the salad to serving plates and garnish with additional fresh basil if desired. This salad can be served warm or at room temperature. Enjoy this delightful grilled summer vegetable salad as a tribute to the flavors of the concluding summer season! Grilled summer vegetable salad

groups that commit these scams, this is their job,” he added. “They work on their social engineering skills and how to play on people’s emotions like the rest of us work at our legitimate jobs. So we need to stay vigilant, and not be afraid to ask trusted friends and merchants for help when something doesn’t seem on the up and up. These scammers will try to disarm you with cunning and kindness, but you need to trust your gut.” Macom said scammers work night and day thinking of effective ways to trick people. “They are professionals and put a lot of time into looking credible,” sh said. “So if you think something may be a scam or a deal is ‘too good to be true’ trust your instincts that it probably is.” “It is our hope that sharing this information both on social media and with the [media], will serve to better alert and protect the public,” said Noble. “It seemed to go viral, as our post was shared a few hundred times in several communities. Our patrols and detectives continue to work hard in an effort to prevent crime and to investigate crimes when they occur.” “Yorktown is a law and order community that supports its police department. We ask that all in our community continue to help us, help you,” he concluded. “We do live in a safe community and we all should endeavor to keep it that way.” Despite the aftorementioned arrests of the alleged perpetrators, Hoffmann said people should remain vigilant. “It appears that the same group that was in Yorktown and Mahopac was doing the same thing down county in the [Long Island] Sound shore area a few days prior, and they may even have been arrested,” he said. “Unfortunately with them being released with an appearance ticket rather quickly because they can’t get bail, arrests don’t seem to be a deterrent. So they’ll hang around until we catch them enough or we get the word out enough for people to be aware and they move onto another area.” PAGE 22 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 SCAM FROM PAGE 4 Movie in the Park The Yorktown Parks and Recreation 2023 Movie in the Park series will present the Sonic the Hedgehog sequel Sonic 2 (originally scheduled for Aug. 25) on Friday, Sept. 1. Bring a blanket or a few chairs and enjoy a free movie with the family. The screening will take place at Jack DeVito  Veteran’s Memorial Field and Track on Veterans Road in Yorktown Heights. Gates open at 7:00 p.m.; the movie is scheduled to start after sunset (around 8 p.m.). Learn more at yorktownny.org/ parksandrecreation. Temple Beth Am 203 Church Place, Yorktown Heights High Holiday Services Looking for a place to celebrate the High Holidays? Temple Beth Am is offering services both in person and via Zoom! Tickets are free for members, and non-members can purchase tickets per person or per Zoom screen. Children under the age of 18 may attend free of charge. For more information, visit templebethamny.org or call 914-962-7500. Chabad of Yorktown Chabad Hebrew School Sunday mornings beginning Sept. 10: Children,  acquire a broad knowledge of Judaism through a motivating and challenging venue. Our students gain an appreciation for the joys, values and traditions of the Jewish heritage as it is vividly brought to life by the dedicated and enthusiastic teachers whose creativity and dynamism make every lesson a unique learning experience. Visit ChabadYorktown.com/ HebrewSchool for more info or to try a free, no obligations class! High Holidays Services Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur Services at Chabad of Yorktown, Cortlandt, and Somers. All are welcome.  No membership or affiliation required. Traditional services with contemporary messages.  Exciting children’s program. 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PAGE 26 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 Hunter Brook Hike On Sunday,  Sept. 17 at 11 a.m., explore a hidden Yorktown gem in a family friendly guided hike through the picturesque 45-acre Hunter Brook Preserve. The 2.59-mile moderate level hike should take about two hours. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Not suitable for children under age 5. Assemble on Fox Tail Lane off Hunterbrook Road. Sponsored by the Yorktown Trail Town Committee, yorktowntrailtown.org. For more information contact [email protected] Yorkville Sports Association Free Open Play Sundays, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Free open play get togethers, including softball, for seniors (50 plus) every Sunday. To be held all summer long at Shrub Oak Memorial Park, located at 3800 Sunnyside Street in Shrub Oak. For more information, contact [email protected] Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival 10th Anniversary Saturday, September 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Taking place at the Chappaqua Train Station in Chappaqua. This year’s Festival will be the largest one yet, with 180 authors in attendance and celebrity authors Mary Pope Osborne and Alan Gratz leading the charge.  Organizers look forward to introducing the community to new writers joining this year, like Alex Gino, and reconnecting with returning authors like Bryan Collier. Admission and parking are free, and the event will be held rain or shine (http://www.ccb festival.org/). CCBF is proud to announce that it is a recipient of the WestchesterArts 2023 Arts Alive grant, given to support community-based arts and cultural projects developed by cultural groups and organizations. GREEN FROM PAGE 22 TOWN GREEN Notice of Formation of Snuggle Wugglez Baby Plus Store LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023-07-07. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Snuggle Wugglez Baby Plus Store LLC 75 South Broadway 4th floor #1077 White plains, NY 10601. Purpose: Any lawful purpose Notice of Formation of Handyman Services by Steve, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2022-08-05. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Steve Marino: 98 Grand St 2 Croton on Hudson NY 10520. Purpose: Any lawful purpose Notice of Formation of Not a Saint, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023- 07-23. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Liz Poling-Hiraldo: 86 Maple Street Croton on Hudson NY 10520. Purpose: Any lawful purpose PUBLIC NOTICE  PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held by the Planning Board of the Town of Yorktown in Town Hall, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 7:00 pm or as soon thereafter as possible on the following matter:  Application of Guiding Eyes for the Blind for approval of a site plan and special use permit with submitted plan titled, “Guiding Eyes for the Blind Training School Kennel,” prepared by Site Design Consultants, dated January 5, 2023, and last revised August 2, 2023.      The applicant has proposed to construct a two-story 30,000 square foot school and kennel with associated site improvements including site remediation, a wetland crossing, tree removal, stormwater management, parking, landscaping, and lighting. The site is located at the address 3241 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, also known as Section 36.06, Block 2, Lot 72 on the Town of Yorktown Tax Map. The parcel is 12.24 acres in the IN, planned interchange zoning district.   If any interested members of the public would like to provide comments on this application, written comments can be provided to the Board by mail sent to the Planning Department at 1974 Commerce Street, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 or by email before the meeting to [email protected]. The above listed site plan may be viewed on the Town’s website at: http://www.yorktownny.org/planning/publichearings.  BY ORDER OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF YORKTOWN, NEW YORK  RICHARD FON  CHAIRPERSON PUBLIC NOTICE  PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Informational Hearing will be held by the Planning Board of the Town of Yorktown in Town Hall, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 7:00 pm or as soon thereafter as possible on the following matter:  Application of MJM Land Development Corp. for approval of a subdivision with submitted plan titled, “Flexibility Concept Alternative 2,” prepared by Site Design Consultants, dated January 11, 2023, and last revised August 2, 2023.      The applicant has proposed a 13- lot single-family residential subdivision where 7 lots are accessed from Gomer Street and 6 lots are accessed from Cordial Road. The site is located at the address 3232 Gomer Street, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, also known as Section 17.18, Block 2, Lot 2 on the Town of Yorktown Tax Map. The parcel is 12.3 acres in the R1-20, singlefamily residential zoning district. On July 18, 2023, the Town Board granted the Planning Board’s request to use flexibility standards pursuant to Chapter 300, Article V, Section §300-22, in order to promote development that is sensitive to the land by means of modifying the application of the zoning code’s bulk requirements with respect to yard setbacks, building height, lot frontage, lot coverage, lot area, and minimum floor area.   If any interested members of the public would like to provide comments on this application, written comments can be provided to the Board by mail sent to the Planning Department at 1974 Commerce Street, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 or by email before the meeting to [email protected]. The above listed site plan may be viewed on the Town’s website at: http://www.yorktownny.org/planning/publichearings.  BY ORDER OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF YORKTOWN, NEW YORK  RICHARD FON  CHAIRPERSON  Promote Your Charity Send us a press release at yorktownnews@halstonmedia .com, or give us a call at 914-302-5830. Notice of Formation of Fairman Health LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023- 03-08. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to United States Corporation Agents, Inc: 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202 Brooklyn NY 1128. Purpose: Any lawful purpose NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Yorktown on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. or as soon thereafter as is practicable in the Town Board Room, Town Hall, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, New York as follows:  BOGA                                                                                                             #21/23  Property Address:     3747 Briarhill St  Section 15.08, Block 2 Lot 3  This is an application for a renewal of a special use permit for an accessory apartment.  ABRAMS                                                                                                        #22/23  Property Address:     3461 Sagamore Ave  Section 15.16, Block 2 Lot 12  This is an application for a renewal of a special use permit for an accessory apartment.  DUENAS                                                                                                         #23/23  Property Address:       3873 Eleanor Dr    Section 15.08, Block 1, Lot 16  This is an application to construct a new front portico that requires a front yard setback of 36.44 ft where 40 ft is required as per 300-21 and Appendix A of the Town Zoning Code. This property is in a R1-20 zone. A building permit and a Certificate of Occupancy will be required.    HOFFMAN                                                                                                     #24/23  Property Address:     3808 Old Crompond Rd  Section 38.08, Block 1 Lot 32  This is an application for a renewal of a special use permit for an accessory apartment.  MCNAMEE                                                                                                    #25/23  Property Address:       2784 Holly Street  Section 26.16, Block 1, Lot 27  This is an application to allow a 6’ vinyl fence in a front yard where 4 ft 6 in is permitted as per section 300-13F of the Town Zoning Code.    SVENJAK                                                                                                      #26/23  Property Address:       264 Fox Croft Lane  Section 17.10, Block 1, Lot 88  This is an application to legalize a shed with a side yard of 3’6” where 10 ft is required as per section 300-21 and Appendix A of the Town Zoning Code.    IQBAL                                                                                                            #27/23  Property Address:       2800 Sarles Dr  Section 27.10, Block 3, Lot 32  This is an application for a building permit to construct an addition that will require the following variances:  side yard setback of 13’ 6” ft where 15 ft is required, a combined yard variance of 33’ 6” ft where 40 ft is required and a rear yard setback of 33’ 6” ft where 40 ft is required.  This property has a non-conforming lot area of 13,137 sq. ft where 20,000 sq. ft is required as per section 300-21 and Appendix A of the Town Zoning Code.    SCHILSKY                                                                                                     #28/23  Property Address:       815 Old Kitchawan rd  Section 17.09, Block 1, Lot 20  This is an application to construct a tennis court which requires a front yard variance of 38 ft where 75 ft is required as per section 300-21 and Appendix A of the Town Zoning Code.    Advertise With Us When you advertise with Yorktown News, you are reaching thousands of households and businesses throughout Yorktown. 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Slavin Aquatic Facility DE Tank.  The Bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or in the handling of the mail by the employees of the Town of Yorktown.  Whether sent by mail or means of personal delivery, the Bidder assumes the responsibility for having the bids in at the time and the place specified above.  All bids are to be returned to the Town Clerk, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, N.Y. 10598, marked:  “Bid:  Resurfacing of DE Tank – Slavin Aquatic Facility.”  Bid specifications may be obtained at the office of the Town Clerk in said Town Hall or downloaded from the Town’s website at www.yorktownny.org or on BidNet Direct at www.bidnetdirect.com.  The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept that bid which is deemed most favorable to the interests of the Town of Yorktown.                                                                                                  DIANA L. QUAST, TOWN CLERK  MASTER MUNICIPAL CLERK                                                                                                 TOWN OF YORKTOWN   NOTICE TO BIDDERS  NOTICE IS HERE GIVEN that sealed proposals will be received by the Town Clerk, Town of Yorktown, Westchester County, NY until 11:00 A.M. on Monday, September 18, 2023 at the Town Hall, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 for the Removal and Installation of a Musco Lighting System at Downing Park Baseball Fields.  The Bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or in the handling of the mail by the employees of the Town of Yorktown.  Whether sent by mail or means of personal delivery, the Bidder assumes the responsibility for having the bids in at the time and the place specified above.  All bids are to be returned to the Town Clerk, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, N.Y. 10598, marked:  “Bid: Installation of Musco Lighting System – Downing Park.”  Bid specifications may be obtained at the office of the Town Clerk in said Town Hall or downloaded from the Town’s website at www.yorktownny.org or on BidNet Direct at www.bidnetdirect.com.  The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept that bid which is deemed most favorable to the interests of the Town of Yorktown.                                                                                                  DIANA L. QUAST, TOWN CLERK  MASTER MUNICIPAL CLERK                                                                                                 TOWN OF YORKTOWN   NOTICE TO BIDDERS  NOTICE IS HERE GIVEN that sealed proposals will be received by the Town Clerk, Town of Yorktown, Westchester County, NY until 10:30 A.M. on Monday, September 18, 2023 at the Town Hall, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 for the Removal and Installation of the Junior Lake Pool Chlorine Tank.  The Bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or in the handling of the mail by the employees of the Town of Yorktown.  Whether sent by mail or means of personal delivery, the Bidder assumes the responsibility for having the bids in at the time and the place specified above.  All bids are to be returned to the Town Clerk, 363 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, N.Y. 10598, marked:  “Bid:  Junior Lake Pool Chlorine Tank Removal and Installation.”  Bid specifications may be obtained at the office of the Town Clerk in said Town Hall or downloaded from the Town’s website at www.yorktownny.org or on BidNet Direct at www.bidnetdirect.com.  The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept that bid which is deemed most favorable to the interests of the Town of Yorktown.                                                                                                  DIANA L. 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