Yorktown News 03.23.2023

VOL. 12 NO. 2 THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 CLASSIFIEDS 31 HEALTH & WELLNESS 14 LEGAL NOTICES 30 LEISURE 25 OPINION 8 SPORTS 18 TOWN GREEN 4 Flag Football Preview pg 19 KICKOFF Visit TapIntoYorktown.net for the latest news. PHOTO COURTESY OF KEN BELFER BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER  e Yorktown Police Department reported the arrest of two people involved in a recent residential robbery.  Darling Read, 34, from Elmsford, and Jovanda Paredes, 29, from the Bronx, were both charged with burglary in the 2nd degree and robbery in the 2nd degree; both Class “C” felonies.  At approximately 3:27 a.m. on March 17, Yorktown Police responded to a report of a residential robbery. Upon arrival, O cers Lizarzaburu and Delgado met with a “distraught person” who told them that two people entered the home and allegedly remained inside for over half an hour.  e defendants allegedly assaulted the victim while inside the home, brandished a  rearm, held the victim against their will, and stole property.   e defendants  ed before police arrived, but the victim was able to identify both individuals.   e Yorktown Police commenced their investigation and determined that the alleged assailants were in New York City. O cers noti ed other agencies, and with the help of the FBI, the Westchester County Police Conditions Unit (WCPD) and the New York Police Department, the defendants were found in the Bronx and were followed into Manhattan.  ey were arrested by the FBI and WCPD and were transported to Yorktown Police Department headquarters and were processed on the above charges.  Once processed, the defendants were arraigned at  e Yorktown Justice Court by Judge Cohen-Pierson. Read was held on a $100,000 cash bail or $200,000 bond. Paredes was held on $25,000 cash bail or $50,000 bond. Both were unable to post bail and were remanded to the Westchester County Jail.  YPD arrest two in home burglary BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER  e Yorktown Police Department has reported the arrest of a 17-year-old male Yorktown resident who was charged with juvenile delinquency after allegedly obtaining  rearm parts. According to police, if the defendant was an adult the charges would have consisted of two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the 4th degree, and two counts of criminal possession of a forged instrument in the 3rd degree; both Class “A” misdemeanors. On March 13, O cer Hannigan, working alongside members of the Westchester County Police Department, learned that a Yorktown juvenile might have obtained  rearms,  rearm parts, or components. At 12 p.m., Yorktown Police, with the help of the Putnam Yorktown youth faces juvenile delinquency charge Police seize gun parts SEE ARREST PAGE 28 St. Patrick’s Day spirit! The Lake Mohegan Park community got into the spirit of the season, hosting their St. Patrick’s Day parade complete with pipes and drums! “SALES ARE DOWN, BUT PRICES ARE AT ALL-TIME HIGHS” THE TIME TO SELL IS NOW! MARIA TOMASELLI, RE Salesperson YOUR ADVOCATE, YOUR EXPERT, YOUR REALTOR 914.319.2962 (c) | 914.328.0333 (o) | [email protected] | mariatomaselli.randrealty.com 222 Bloomingdale Road, White Plains, NY

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YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 3 A number of local students have been honored for their scholastic achievements at colleges and universities across the country!  e following were recognized for their academic performance and named to Dean’s List for the fall semester of 2022. Seton Hall University Tyler Campobasso University of Hartford - President’s List Sara Costa Julius Lagoa-Iacono Justin Stochel Pace University Jacqueline DeMarco Jenna Mastro (First Honors) Adelphi University Pamela Giannopoulos Jenna Masci Faith Scott SUNY Delhi Gabriel Arroyo Wyatt Brown Matthew Colalillo Gri n Garti Georgia Tech Connor Koelsch Tufts University Brent Cheung Justin Perrotta Becky Steinberg Celebrating our scholars! BY TOM WALOGORSKY EDITOR Yorktown High School’s Will Grossman is a self-described “musical person.” Given his resume, that might be a bit of an understatement. Will began playing piano at age seven, and still counts it as his main instrument alongside the guitar, alto sax, and bassoon. He has been a member of the school’s jazz band since freshman year, and currently serves as the president of the YHS wind ensemble. When not honing his musical skills, he also plays on the varsity tennis team. Yorktown News caught up with Will to learn more about his musical in uences, where to get the best gyro in town, and his advice for younger musicians who want to follow in his footsteps. When did you begin pursuing your interest in the arts? I was encouraged to play the piano by my parents when I was seven, and I instantly fell in love with the instrument. I started by playing classical pieces, but moved more towards jazz when I realized I had a natural talent for the style. I picked up more instruments as I got older, but my love for music all goes back to piano. What do you count as some of your biggest in uences? My biggest in uences are my parents, who have supported me and my interest in music all my life, and my music teacher Frank Corrado, who has helped me build on my capabilities as a musician, especially in jazz. My band director, Ms. Kluga, has also pushed me to play my very best, to the limits of what I’m able to do, and taught me YHS senior is all keyed up Grossman has been a member of the YHS jazz band since freshman year. PHOTO COURTESY OF YCSD PERFORMING ARTS SPOTLIGHT that I can always improve my skills in some way. What is your favorite memory of the arts in Yorktown schools?  De nitely performing at the YHS Band Swing Dance. I was so proud to be a part of that performance and play Swing Era music for the community. Setting up the event with friends was so much fun (despite having to tie all my friend’s ties). It’s one thing to perform for people in auditorium seats, but it was so great to see people have fun and dance to our music. I felt my musicianship was truly appreciated. Where will you be attending college? Will you continue to pursue the arts? I am still waiting to hear back from many colleges before I make my  nal decision, but I know I will continue to pursue music wherever I go. It probably won’t be my major, but music will stay a signi cant part of my life through college and beyond. How do you prepare for a show? I’m always prepared for a show through hours of practice, but I often get stage fright nonetheless. I like to remind myself that I’ve practiced my music countless times, and usually, the only one who notices small mistakes is yourself. When I’m improvising on jazz piano, there’s no such thing as a wrong note - it’s what I play after it that makes it right or wrong. You can’t really prepare for what happens when you improvise, but the show must go on! What is your favorite thing to do in your free time? I like playing video games and tennis with friends. Right now I’m also taking time to learn the  ute! I bought it at the annual band tag sale and got it  xed up to play. I love learning new things in my spare time, just for the fun of it. Tell us something not many people know about you. Not many people know that my favorite band is  e Strokes. Seriously underrated. What is the go-to app on your phone? Apple Music. After a long day there’s nothing I love more than putting my headphones on and listening to something relaxing. If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why? I’d want the power to freeze time, so I could have more time to do everything I want to do in life… but I’d probably just use it to sleep for a couple more hours before school. What is the best place to eat in Yorktown?  e best place to eat in Yorktown is Pappous Greek Kitchen! Best gyros in town. What advice would you give to younger students interested in pursuing the arts? Try things out! Following your interests makes the high school experience worthwhile. Try your hand at band, orchestra, choir, dance, theater, or anything you want to, really. You’re only in high school for four years, so take this time to follow your heart and do what you love to do. And if you don’t know what you love to do yet, keep trying things out; there’s something for everyone in the arts. It never hurts to try something new - you just might love it. THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023

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[email protected] • www.westchestertaxreturns.com Call Now! 914-228-2448 20% OFF NEW CUSTOMERS BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER United for the Troops prepared its 30,000th care package to ship overseas for active military service members.  e Yorktown community, local o cials, and members of the organization gathered at a packing facility in Carmel to mark the occasion on March 5.  e Yorktown-based organization collects non-perishable food, toiletries, and goods to provide some of the comforts of home to military stationed overseas.  “ ese care packages are tokens of the public’s sincere appreciation for the sacri ces our enlisted members are making to protect our freedom,” said Supervisor Tom Diana, who participated in the packing sessions. “It was an absolute pleasure to help box and ship these packages to our troops.” Diana told Yorktown News that it was exciting to hold the 30,000th box in his own hands.  e Town of Yorktown hosts a collection bin for United for the Troops at Town Hall’s lobby. A list of appropriate items that can be donated is posted on the Town’s website. United for the Troops packs 30,000th box Yorktown Lions Club BAKED TREATS WITH THE BUNNY Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring baked treats, beverages, bunny photos, and more! To be held at the Capellini Community & Cultural Center, located at 1974 Commerce Street. $15 per person. Reserve your time slot at www.yorktownlionsclub.com Chabad of Yorktown 2629 Old Yorktown Rd., Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. (914) 962-1111. Please RSVP to events by visiting www.ChabadYorktown.com COMMUNITY SEDER Wednesday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. Chabad of Yorktown invites the Jewish community to join in Community Passover Seder. Warm and inviting atmosphere. Gourmet passover cuisine. Enjoy a meaningful and interactive seder. 1ST NIGHT OF PASSOVER Wednesday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. At Chabad of Yorktown. For more info and to RSVP (Must RSVP by Sunday, April 2)  visit:  www.ChabadYorktown. com or call 914-962-1111 Yorktown Senior Advisory Committee MEETING UPDATE Yorktown Senior Advisory Committee will hold their next meeting will be held on Friday, March 24, at Town Hall. Lunch will be provided by NY Presbyterian Hospital. All senior citizens are cordially invited to attend these senior meetings as they are quite informative. Yorktown Central School District BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY  e Yorktown Central School District Board of Education has a vacancy following the resignation of Trustee Anthony D’Alessandro on March 1. As the vacancy occurred so close to the upcoming May 16 Annual School Budget Vote and Trustee Vote, the Board has chosen not to  ll the position by appointment. Instead, interested community members are encouraged to seek election to the Board. To obtain a petition for candidacy, please contact the District Clerk at yse [email protected]. Completed petitions must be submitted by 5 p.m. Monday, April 17. Knights of Columbus Fr. LaFarge Council 4012 FOOD CAMPAIGN  is Lenten season, the Fr. LaFarge Council 4012 of Yorktown is sponsoring “Forty Cans for Forty Days” food campaign. Please bring canned and/or packaged food to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Shrub Oak or St. Patrick’s Church in Yorktown for food pantry distribution.  e Fr. LaFarge Council also will join the Stations of the Cross alternating at St. Seton and St. Patrick’s parishes on Fridays of Lent at 7:30 p.m. St. Seton: March 24; St. Patrick: March 31. Come and give yourself and family a wonderful and personal Lenten Uplift! VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES  e Fr. LaFarge Council provides volunteer hours at Special Olympic events during the year, conducts Catholic Citizen contests in three local schools, and participates in the Yorktown Clean Up Campaigns. If you can spare a few hours a month to do charitable work or to raise funds for charitable e orts and would like to share comradeship with other Catholic gentlemen in Yorktown, please consider joining the Knights of Columbus.  e Knights are dedicated to the principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. For information go to KofC4012.org, contact Rich Wol (rjwol 76@ hotmail.com), or join online at KofC.org and click the “Join Us” button and enter 4012 in the “Preferred Council” blank. Winter Farmers Market Sunday, April 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit the Winter Farmers market at the Je erson Valley Mall TOWN GREEN SEE GREEN PAGE 26

THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 5 The Roman Catholic Churches of Yorktown Lenten Confession Schedule 2023 St. Patrick’ s Church 137 Moseman Road ♦ Yorktown Hts, NY 10598 ♦ 914-962-5050 www.stpatricks-yorktown.org ♦ Facebook: www.facebook.com/StPatricksParish Rev. Msgr. Joseph R. Giandurco, Pastor Rev. Fr. Ryan A. Muldoon, Parochial Vicar Rev. Fr. Oliver Offor, Parochial Vicar St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church 1377 East Main St. ♦ Shrub Oak, NY 10588 ♦ 914-528-3547 www.seton-parish.org ♦ email: [email protected] Rev Msgr. Joseph R. Giandurco, Administrator Rev. Fr. Jean-Pierre Seon, Parochial Vicar Rev. Fr. Susith Franciscu Hettige (Silva), Parochial Vicar CONFESSIONS All in the Main Church Saturday, March 25 4:00 PM—5:00 PM Tuesday, March 28th 6:30 PM—7:30 PM Saturday, April 1 3:00 PM—5:00 PM Wednesday, April 5 12 Noon and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Last confessions before Easter CONFESSIONS Saturday, March 25, April 1, and April 8 4:00 PM—5:30 PM Sunday, March 26 15 minutes before each Mass Holy Thursday, April 6 9:30 AM after Tenebrae Good Friday, April 7 After the 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM Celebration of the Lord’s Passion Reconciliation Monday Monday, April 3: 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 6:00-9:00 PM Confession available in every parish Reconciliation Monday Monday, April 3: 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 6:00-9:00 PM Confession available in every parish The Roman Catholic Churches of Yorktown Lenten Confession Schedule 2023 St. Patrick’ s Church 137 Moseman Road ♦ Yorktown Hts, NY 10598 ♦ 914-962-5050 www.stpatricks-yorktown.org ♦ Facebook: www.facebook.com/StPatricksParish Rev. Msgr. Joseph R. Giandurco, Pastor Rev. Fr. Ryan A. Muldoon, Parochial Vicar Rev. Fr. Oliver Offor, Parochial Vicar St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church 1377 East Main St. ♦ Shrub Oak, NY 10588 ♦ 914-528-3547 www.seton-parish.org ♦ email: [email protected] Rev Msgr. Joseph R. Giandurco, Administrator Rev. Fr. Jean-Pierre Seon, Parochial Vicar Rev. Fr. Susith Franciscu Hettige (Silva), Parochial Vicar CONFESSIONS All in the Main Church Saturday, March 25 4:00 PM—5:00 PM Tuesday, March 28th 6:30 PM—7:30 PM Saturday, April 1 3:00 PM—5:00 PM Wednesday, April 5 12 Noon and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Last confessions before Easter CONFESSIONS Saturday, March 25, April 1, and April 8 4:00 PM—5:30 PM Sunday, March 26 15 minutes before each Mass Holy Thursday, April 6 9:30 AM after Tenebrae Good Friday, April 7 After the 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM Celebration of the Lord’s Passion Reconciliation Monday Monday, April 3: 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 6:00-9:00 PM Confession available in every parish Reconciliation Monday Monday, April 3: 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 6:00-9:00 PM Confession available in every parish The Roman Catholic Churches of Yorktown Lenten Confession Schedule 2023 BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER The Town Board voted unanimously to oppose Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to bypass local approval of new housing.  In Hochul’s 2024 Executive Budget, there is a proposal called “New York Housing Compact’’ containing provisions to create new housing quotas for local communities. It also has provisions to circumvent local land-use boards if their actions are believed to be restrictive.  The governor’s website describes it as a “multifaceted approach to address New York’s historic housing shortage and build 800,000 new homes over the next decade.” According to a resolution adopted by the board on Feb. 28, the proposal consists of two Acts: “New Homes Targets and Fast-Track Approval Act” and the “Transit-Oriented Development Act of 2023.” The “New Homes Targets and FastTrack Approval Act” would require the Town of Yorktown to meet or exceed a Residential Dwelling Growth. The “Transit-Oriented Development Act of 2023” would amend Town Law to adopt land use regulations within three years for higher density development in areas located within half a mile of bus or train station. Town Supervisor Tom Diana told Yorktown News that this proposal goes against the town’s mantra “Progress With Preservation,” because it mandates townships to amend or violate town codes that are in place for that purpose. “All of Yorktown’s services, including police, volunteer emergency services, water, sewer and our school districts would be adversely affected by the governor’s proposal,” said Diana, who met with local officials to discuss their opposition to the governor’s proposal on March 7. “The governor’s housing quotas would negatively transform our community.” Other local officials in attendance included: North Castle Supervisor Michael Schiliro (D), Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann (R), Carmel Supervisor Michael Cazzari (R), Ossining Supervisor Liz Feldman (D), Mount Pleasant Supervisor Carl Fulgenzi (R), Haverstraw Supervisor Howie Phillips (D), Somers Supervisor Robert Scorrano (R), North Salem Supervisor Warren Lucas (R), West Haverstraw Mayor Robert D’Amelio (D), Tarrytown Mayor Karen Brown (D), New Castle Town Board Member Alexandra Chemtob (D), Clarkstown Town Board Member Mike Graziano (R). Diana told Yorktown News that the discussion was bipartisan. “Governor Hochul’s Housing Compact and Transit Oriented Development proposals are a direct assault on the Hudson Valley,” Assemblyman Matt Slater told Yorktown News. “New York State should be partnering with local leaders and not handing down another one size fits all mandate that ignores the unique attributes of the Hudson Valley.” A copy of the resolution can be found on the Town’s website in the Town Board Meeting Agenda for Feb. 28. Town Board opposes housing compact Library hours: MondayThursday 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.  Sunday noon-4 p.m. 914-245-5262; [email protected],  www.yorktownlibrary.org FEBRUARY 2023 POPULAR TITLES Young Adult “Nine Liars” by Maureen Johnson Children Fiction - “The Last Mapmaker” by Christina Soontornvat Graphic - “Cranky Chicken” by Katherine Battersby Picture Book -“The Rainbow Fish” by Marcus Pfister Easy Reader (ages 5-8) - “Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer” by James & Kimberly Dean Younger Reader (grades 2-4) - “Game Over, Super Rabbit Boy!” by Thomas Flintham CALENDAR Programming Key: (A) Adult (Y) Young Adult (C) Children. Visit the library website (yorktownlibrary.org) calendar page for more information. Register online, except for dropin programs. FRIDAY, MARCH 24 (A) Mah Jongg (Drop-in). 12:30-3:30 p.m. (A/Y) One-on-One Teen Tech Help (Drop-in). 2:30- 4:30 p.m. SUNDAY, MARCH 26 LIBRARY THEATER - INSIGNIFICANT. 2 p.m. MONDAY, MARCH 27 (A) Mah Jongg (Drop-in). 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (C) Rock and Roll for Little Ones (Drop-in). Children of all ages. 10:30 a.m. TUESDAY, MARCH 28 (A) Medicare Counseling. 10 a.m. (C) Mother Goose Time! (Drop-in). Ages 1½ - 2½. 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. (A/Y) One-on-One Teen Tech Help (Drop-in). 2:30- 4:30 p.m. (A) Scrabble, Backgammon & Adult Coloring (Drop-in). 2:30-4:30 p.m. (Y) GETTING STARTED Hart Library Corner SEE LIBRARY PAGE 30 In the March 16 Athlete Spotlight (Page 22), the photo credit should have been given to Robbie Gussak. We apologize for the error. CORRECTION

PAGE 6 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER  e Par 3 golf course’s legal discussion continued earlier this month in the Westchester County Court in White Plains.  RC Recreation Development, LLC, the former concessionaire of the golf course on Route 6 in Shrub Oak, is still pursuing the Town of Yorktown, Building Inspector John Landi, Councilman Sergio Esposito, and former Supervisor Matt Slater in court.  In response to an Order to Show Cause  led on Feb. 8 ordering the respondents to report to the court on March 10, RC Recreation, their counsel, and the counsel representing the town appeared before New York Supreme Court Justice Charles D. Wood.  e  rm of the Town’s counsel, Wilson Elser, held a fundraiser for Judge Wood the night before the parties were due in court. RC Recreation and its counsel gained information on this through promotions for the fundraiser and an email that was sent out, according to Larry Nussbaum of RC Recreation. Judge Wood was transparent and explained his connection to Wilson Elser, and described the interaction he had with the town’s counsel at the fundraiser. He also o ered to recuse himself. Judge Wood gave RC Recreation and their counsel until Monday, March 13 to decide whether or not they wanted to move forward with him as the judge on the case. He told them to take the weekend to think, do research and due diligence, and that they would move forward from there. On March 13, Nussbaum told Yorktown News that Judge Wood would remain, having addressed his concerns. “Regardless of the outcome of the ruling of Judge Woods, there will still be a trial,” Nussbaum said. “Yorktown hasn’t proven the termination of RC Recreation’s agreement was done legally.” Nussbaum added that it is RC Recreation’s position that their concession agreement is still in e ect. “When Slater requested an RFP, it was while our contract was still in e ect. Until he proves in court that our termination was legal, our concession agreement is still in e ect.” Yorktown signed a concession agreement with a new concessionaire, Yorktown Golf Group, INC. on Feb. 21. Added Nussbaum, “How could Wilson Elser, after receiving Judge Woods’ court order on February 8, 2023 that clearly ordered Yorktown not to proceed with any plans for the Par 3 Golf Course until the March 10, 2023 hearing in his court room, allow Yorktown to promptly and purposely be “in contempt” of Judge Wood’s order by having a new concessionaire incorporate in NYS on Friday, February 17, 2023 and two business days later, February 21, 2023, pass an unusual secret resolution in the last minute of the Town Board meeting without having the resolution on the agenda or giving any notice to the public, Wilson Elser and Yorktown, having been duly served with the court order will have some serious explaining to do.” RC Recreation, Yorktown continue legal scrap BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER A resolution authorizing the purchase of a new  retruck and the refurbishment of a pre-existing Ladder was signed by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Lake Mohegan Fire District at its meeting on Feb. 23.  e resolution calls for the purchase of a 2023 Seagrave Pumper and the reconditioning of Ladder 35, a 2003 Smeal Quint, with an amount of $1,250,000.00 to be  nanced through Leasing 2. Leasing 2 is a  nance company that specializes in  nancing for local government organizations, according to their website.  e adoption of the Resolution to borrow funds is subject to a Mandatory Referendum that must be approved by the taxpayers who reside in the Fire District, both in the Town of Cortlandt and the Town of Yorktown.   e Mandatory Referendum will take place at a Special Election on March 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. Residents will be able to vote at the Je erson Valley Fire Station at 500 Lee Boulevard, Je erson Valley, NY 10535.  Lake Mohegan Fire District resolution requires taxpayer approval Promote Your Charity Send us a press release at [email protected], or give us a call at 914-302-5628. JUST SOLD 23 Dorset Ct Unit L., Yorktown Heights BUYING, SELLING OR INVESTING? CONTACT ME FOR A CONFIDENTIAL CONSULT. 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THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 7 BY EMILE MENASCHÉ CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Emily Mazzella may still be a junior at SUNY Purchase’s renowned Conservatory of Music, but the 21-year-old jazz singer is about to have something of a graduation this spring. Instead of sheepskin, however, this particular degree will come in the form of her  rst full-length album, “Awakening,” on Solar Dream Records.    e 10-song set, which mixes standards and original compositions by pianist, producer and mentor Lonnie Leibowitz, gets its o cial launch at the Ford Piano Store in Je erson Valley Mall on April 23. Mazzella and Leibowitz will also be making a special guest appearance with area native and rising star Chris Ruggiero at Yorktown Stage on March 31. Mazzella grew up in Putnam Valley and studied voice with Leibowitz while in high school, where she sang with the jazz band and did musical theater before going on to double major at Purchase (jazz vocals in the Jazz Studies program of the Conservatory of Music and literature in the Durst School of Humanities).   She credits her musicality to her mother playing her Bach and Mozart while in the womb. After singing and dancing to R&B and pop from an early age “I started studying jazz more seriously around like 16, 17 years old,” Mazzella said. “ at’s when I got into the Great American Songbook.  ese tunes just really spoke to me and resonated within me and my heart.” Why did a kid growing up in the 2010s connect with songs writing as far back as the 1920s? “A big part of jazz for me is the spiritual aspect of it,” Mazzella explained. “And that’s really, where the title ‘Awakening’ comes from. Just the whole voyage of me as a jazz artist is really about connecting the metaphysical to the physical and sharing it through the sound—the sound being the vehicle for the spiritual message of the music.” Composed by Leibowitz, the title track sets with mood with a spoken word into over the band—Leibowitz on piano, with bassist Michael Goetz, drummer Jason Anderson and percussionist Kazi Oliver— Yorktown sets the stage for Emily Mazzella’s ‘Awakening’ PHOTO COURTESY OF EMILY MAZZELLA A big part of jazz for me is the spiritual aspect of it.’ Emily Mazzella SEE AWAKENING PAGE 28 1060 Oregon Road | Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 (914) 734-1500 | [email protected] GolfHollowBrook.com There’s Something for Everyone at Hollow Brook... World-class golf on one of Westchester’s most spectacular golf courses. Tournaments and season-long competitions. Family activities... Couples Golf, Junior Golf, Pool and Social Events. From the moment you arrive at Hollow Brook Golf Club, you’ll know you’re in for something special. Contact us today to learn about our New Member Program. Pool Complex Hole 18 Hole 12 NOW OPEN! CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN YORKTOWN! REDEEMABLE AT FROZEN TREAT $1 OFF WHEN YOU BUY ONE Expires 04.15.2021 RITAS OF YORKTOWN 1881A COMMERCE STREET YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598 914 302 7711 ritas.com www.facebook.com/ritasof $1 OFF BUY ONE, GET $1 OFF ANOTHER ritasofyorktown ritasofyorktown.com Discount applied to lowest priced item. Not valid on take home treats, catering, or novelty items. Not valid with any other offer. Limit one offer per guest per visit. Not valid at cart or theme park venues. Not for resale. ©2020 RITA’S FRANCHISE COMPANY, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. VALID AT PARTICIPATING RITA’S LOCATIONS. Exp.4/5/23

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For more information, call the editor at (914) 302-5830 BRETT FREEMAN, PUBLISHER TOM WALOGORSKY, EDITOR TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL, CREATIVE DIRECTOR Editorial Offi ce: (914) 302-5830 [email protected] PAGE 8 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 I n June 2021, our former editor, Brian Marschhauser, moderated a Q&A with Yorktown resident Mark Levine at the Bedford Playhouse after the re-release of Levine’s book, “ e Trial of the Chicago 7,” which he co-edited with two other editors in 1970.  e book was re-released on the 50th anniversary of its publication and coincided with the release of the Net ix  lm of the same name, written and directed by Aaron Sorkin.  e book is an edited transcript of the trial of seven prominent anti-Vietnam War activists accused of conspiring to riot at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.  e defendants included prominent countercultural  gures such as Abbie Ho man, Jerry Rubin and Tom Hayden. As the son of Baby Boomers, I know many people of that generation proudly proclaim their a liation with the counterculture, forever associating politics with their position on the Vietnam War.  e phrase, “Never trust anyone over 30,” became a common refrain during the 1960s. Yet some of these same people today (certainly not all) seem o ended by anyone questioning society’s prevailing narratives. In other words, some have become what they once hated. During the Q&A at the Bedford Playhouse, after stating clearly that he was opposed to the Jan. 6 protesters, and that he believed it was an imperfect analogy, Levine made a tangential comparison to them and the Chicago 7. Again, Levine was very careful in his wording and was clear that he opposed what took place on Jan. 6. But for the mere suggestion of a tangential analogy, he was roundly criticized by a person in the audience. Despite this audience member’s obvious a nity for and commitment to the cause espoused by Levine, who exposed the outrageous actions of the judge presiding over the Chicago 7 case, the irony was lost on him.  e irony is that despite that audience member’s sympathizing with the counterculture of that era, those who are now enraged by sincere inquiry, open dialogue and debate no longer hold those same values.  e counterculture participants of the 1960s generation were the “classical liberals,” who supported questioning and skepticism. Members of the counterculture in 2023 are today’s classical liberals.  ey don’t seek to censor people on social media.  ey are not o ended by questioning the status quo.  ere are no sacred cows.  ose who are o ended by questioning the status quo are not classical liberals – they are in fact illiberal. To be clear, the term “classical liberal” has nothing to do with a person’s political party or who they voted for, or how they feel about a host of issues.  is is because classical liberals hold all sorts of diverse opinions on the issues of the day.  e one thing uniting them is a commitment to sincere inquiry, open dialogue and debate. I use the term “counterculture” and “classical liberal” interchangeably because I believe those who set the agenda of the mainstream culture (those in charge of Hollywood, Wall Street, Silicon Valley and both political parties in Washington) are more protective of their sacred cows than they are about sincere inquiry, open dialogue and debate. Anyone questioning the “accepted” prevailing narrative on any given topic is squarely on the side of the counterculture. Because of such diverse viewpoints, the counterculture creates strange bedfellows. It always has.  e shift of many from liberalism to illiberalism is why stand-up comedians, particularly Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock, have been excoriated for their jokes. Humor has no sacred cows. It is the last vestige of a free society. When humor disappears, be afraid.  e shift of many from liberalism to illiberalism is also why award-winning Hollywood director Oliver Stone said in an interview in 2020 that he wouldn’t have been able to establish a career if he was just starting out today. It’s why famous liberal comedian and political commentator Bill Maher is now considered by many to be right wing. It’s also why Robert Kennedy Jr., prominent feminist author Naomi Wolf, famous liberal investigative journalist Glenn Greenwald and former Congresswoman and Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee Tulsi Gabbard have all found themselves on the outs among “progressives.” All of the above people have dared to question the o cial mainstream narrative on various topics. Getting into speci cs, Stone’s powerful and nuanced  lms clearly sympathize with the anti-Vietnam War movement of the 1960s, but his commentary today about the war in Ukraine remains outside acceptable cultural dialogue.  is is the same for Gabbard, who ran for president in the 2020 Democrat primaries. Meanwhile, Maher, in his HBO show “Real Time with Bill Maher,” is an outspoken Democrat, but he has been making headlines recently for his critique of cancel culture in his own party. And of course, Kennedy, who is the scion of Democrat Party royalty, holds the party line about everything except for the topic of vaccines, and for that, the  rst sentence on his Wikipedia page as of press time states that he promotes propaganda and conspiracy theories. Similarly, Wolf, a hero of liberal feminist political thought with her book, “ e Beauty Myth,” and who advised the Clinton-Gore campaign in 1996, has also been excoriated for her views on vaccine mandates. Finally, Greenwald was a hero on the left for writing about violations of American civil liberties following the 9/11 attacks. He continues to write about the violation of American civil liberties in 2023, and for that, he is roundly criticized by some of the same people who applauded his journalism during the George W. Bush Administration. To be fair, some of those people who criticized Greenwald during the Bush Administration are now Some have become what they once hated BRETT FREEMAN PUBLISHER’S MEMO SEEFREEMAN PAGE 13

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Planning Board members need to remove their rose-colored glasses and take a hard look at the serious shortcomings in the developer’s tra c study. While tra c was not on the agenda for the Planning Board’s March 8 joint meeting with other town advisory boards, in brief comments at the very end of the meeting, Planning Board Chairman Richard Fon assured everyone that there was “a robust [tra c] plan in place,” that the plan had three levels of improvements that “make a hell of a di erence,” and that “if the tra c doesn’t work, [the plan] is dead in the water.” On March 9, a day after the joint meeting, the Planning Department received a critique of the developer’s tra c study from the Transpo Group, the town’s independent outside tra c consultant.  Put simply, Transpo’s 11-page report raised a host of concerns about the accuracy and completeness of the raw tra c impact data that forms the basis of the developer’s mitigation plans as well as concerns about the content of the plans. Like the developer’s initial wetlands study that “missed” some wetlands and had to be revised, based on Transpo’s report, it looks like Underhill Farm’s tra c study doesn’t appear to be as “robust” as it may have appeared on  rst blush.  INSUFFICIENT RAW DATA  e starting point of any tra c study is calculating how many trips, in and out of the development, will take place during a.m. and p.m. peak hours and in what direction that tra c is headed. When those trip generation numbers are added to existing tra c counts, tra c engineers then determine how the existing road network will be negatively impacted, e.g., the extent to which there will likely be added delays and/or backups at intersections, and what, if any, improvements, a.k.a. mitigation, may be necessary to deal with those negative impacts. To calculate trip generation, tra c engineers typically use industry standards as a guide. But the Transpo report highlights the fact that because several sections of the Underhill Farm tra c study didn’t follow those guidelines, its study undercounted the development’s potential tra c impact. Which is why the report “recommends” that the developer revise its tra c counts — which in turn might require changes in the mitigation plan.  e Transpo report also points out that the developer’s tra c study failed to analyze two critical intersections that will also be impacted by Underhill Farm: the “Triangle” and Route 118/ Downing Drive intersections. MITIGATION  e cornerstone, and most discussed part of Underhill Farm’s tra c mitigation plan, is the long term future creation of turning lanes at the Route 118/Underhill Avenue intersection.  e plan is designed to address the increase in tra c from Underhill Farm and other potential new developments in the Yorktown Heights hamlet, such as the redevelopment of the Yorktown Green Shopping Center.   e improvement plan would cost between $800,000 to $1.5 million, depending on which of two possible options is ultimately selected. And Unicorn Contracting, the developer of Underhill Farm, would contribute $450,000 towards the cost, with a possible additional $350,000 contribution in return for a yet-to-be explained tax abatement. In the short term, and before the widening lanes become a reality, the developer’s mitigation plan is limited to some timing adjustments to the existing tra c light and a camera at the intersection. And that’s the major problem with the mitigation plan and why the Transpo report “recommends” that once the developer submits revised tra c generation numbers, the turning lanes may be needed just to address the additional tra c impact from Underhill Farm’s 148 residential units and 18,000 square feet of commercial space.  e Transpo report stated: “We recommend that the applicant’s revised tra c analysis form the basis for determining whether the proposed development would have tra c impacts, which may conclude that the Underhill Farms developer is required to add turn lanes as an appropriate improvement.”   e Transpo report also highlights two additional potential problems with Underhill Farm’s holistic long term plan:  • Because Route 118 is a state road, any changes to it must be approved by the DOT. But so far, there’s been no feedback from the DOT on the developer’s widening plan. •  e developer’s cost estimates, which are several years old, need to Tra c: another  awed Underhill Farm study SEESIEGEL PAGE 10

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Citing the latest published data, Transpo notes that post pandemic construction costs have increased 37%.  And, the Transpo report does not discuss a third problem with the long term plan: where will the balance of the money to fund the turning lane project come from?  e bottom line is that the current Underhill Farm traf-  c mitigation plan is robust on paper — but not in reality.  e plan assumes that the construction of the turning lanes will mitigate the development’s additional tra c. But the plan doesn’t say when that construction might actually take place. Will they be in place when Underhill Farm’s occupants are ready to move in? If not, then what? What will the impact be at the already congested intersection? Before the Planning Board can proceed with its SEQRA review, the developer needs to add a revised tra c study to the growing list of additional information it will have to submit to the board. Susan Siegel is a former Yorktown Town Supervisor. SIEGEL FROM PAGE 9 I f you think that one person can’t make a di erence, I present to you in my counter argument as Exhibit 1, an extraordinary human who did precisely that. In fact, her name is pronounced “human” but spelled Heumann. Judy Ellen Heumann was born in 1947 and unfortunately was the victim of the polio epidemic of 1949. After three months in an iron lung, Judy survived, but was a quadriplegic for the rest of her life. Although born in Philadelphia, she grew up in Brooklyn. Her mom and dad, Werner and Ilse, were both sent away from Nazi Germany as children and neither saw their parents again. Dad was a butcher and her mom volunteered for local civic groups.  Life wasn’t easy for Judy. When her mother tried to register her for kindergarten, the principal denied her request, saying that her daughter was a “ re hazard.” Years later, she was  nally allowed to attend classes with other disabled students in the basement of the school and only allowed to mix with the other students once a week.  In 1970, while I found myself immersed in the anti-war movement, Ms. Heumann was active in her own personal crusade. She was trying to become a New York City teacher and had passed every requirement but one, the physical. Her denial letter listed as its justi cation “paralysis of both lower extremities.”  e department of education backed its rather harsh decision on the theory that regulations stipulated that teachers must be able to assist students down the stairs and out of the building during an emergency. Ms. Heumann sued. With the help of New York City Mayor John Lindsay, she was ultimately granted a license and became the  rst New York City teacher in a wheelchair. But her story does not end there.  Back in 1973 before resigning the Presidency, Richard Nixon had signed into law the Rehabilitation Act. Much overlooked in that groundbreaking law was Section 504, which was supposed to outlaw discrimination against disabled people by any institution receiving federal money. Heumann did not overlook Section 504; in fact she clearly understood its profound rami cations. “It was a very important provision because it would mean, for example, that you could not discriminate against someone with a disability in preschool, in elementary school, in high school, at universities, in hospitals, in government,” she said. “And if, in fact, discrimination occurred, you would have a remedy. You could go to court. You could  le a complaint.” In spite of the mandates of Section 504, government o cials in the mid 1970s were reluctant to enforce it. Speci cally, the secretary of health, education and welfare under Jimmy Carter, Joseph A. Califano Jr., instead of authorizing its implementation, suggested a complete overhaul was needed.  e result was a huge national protest. Ms. Heumann organized the San Francisco protest, where she and 100 other individuals with various disabilities participated in a sit-in in a federal building that ended up lasting an entire month.  e determination of her peaceful protest was severely tested when the government shut o the building’s water and phone connections. But the deaf members of the group were able to pass messages to the outside world through sign language. Heumann could not accept the indi erence and incompetence that she witnessed within the government. About Califano, she commented, “No one had briefed him; he didn’t know what 504 was…we were incredulous about the fact that nobody was taking what we were doing seriously.” Within weeks Ms. Heumann was allowed to publicly vent her protestations before a congressional committee. During that famously stormy hearing, she memorably confronted Mr. Califano’s One person can make a di erence  JAMES MARTORANO MY PERSPECTIVE SEEMARTORANO PAGE 11

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Although a huge victory, it really wasn’t until 1990 when the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law that people with disabilities  nally received the protections they deserve.  Judy Heumann went on to found and help run or advise many organizations and groups dedicated to advancing the rights of disabled individuals. She ended up working as an employee of the Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare not long after testifying herself. From 1993-2001, she was the assistant secretary of the o ce of special education and rehabilitation services in the Clinton administration. Later she served as a Special Advisor for International Disability Rights at the United States Department of State from 2010-2017.  is was a new position created by President Obama to advance the human rights of disabled people around the world. At that point Heumann’s career as a di erence maker had gone full circle, from advocating for her teacher’s license to advising countries throughout the world about the rights of the disabled! Earlier this month, Judy Heumann passed away at the age of 75. But the many lessons she taught us remain. Among them is the fact that if you ever felt that you can’t make a di erence, think again. Judy Heumann, a diminutive wheelchair bound individual who escaped death at an early age, changed the world. Her life and her words have always inspired me. In my own life, whenever I felt discouraged about the state of things in the world, I would look to her words for inspiration: “Change never happens at the pace we think it should. It happens over years of people joining together, strategizing, sharing, and pulling all the levers they possible can. Gradually, excruciatingly slowly, things start to happen, and then suddenly, seemingly out of the blue, something will tip.”  ank you, Judy, for all you have done. You will be missed.  MARTORANO FROM PAGE 10 S ay, for argument’s sake, you’re at one of those cocktail parties where the servers amble about the crowd with o erings of small bites to whet your appetite. Eat enough of ‘em and it’s almost like a full meal.  at’s one way to think of one-act plays staged sequentially – they are the passed hors d’oeuvres of theater. If there are seven small bites that come your way and  ve or more tickle your tummy, that’s pretty good, right? Of course, di erent people of varying tastes will not react identically to what pleases their palate. And so it is with a full plate of assorted hors d’oeuvres like the annual “Evening of One Acts” mounted by Ridge eld  eater Barn (RTB) now through Saturday, April 1. It’s no mean feat to deliver pithy observations on life in a 10-minute entertainment package and win over the audience in the process.  e formidable e ort it takes to be concise and substantive and engaging all at once is summed up by the classic mea culpa, “I would have written a shorter letter, but I did not have the time.” (While worthy of Yogi Berra, that quote in fact is by French philosopher Blaise Pascal.)  e good news is that almost all the seven short pieces (averaging 10 minutes each) in RTB’s 2023 bill of fare justify their place in the program well enough.  YOU COULD PLOTS  e degree of success for this sub-genre of live theater can be measured in direct proportion to the clarity of a discernible plot line.  e theatrical shorts that come up short, as a playwright friend of mine reminded me, are more akin to what you’ll see on a sketch comedy show like Saturday Night Live, which is a whole other sub-genere of theater (including theater that is televised). SNL’s trademark sketches present an exaggerated situation that is punched up with jokey jousting and cheeky dialogue, which is not the same as a short play plotline with a beginning, middle and end.  ey are two di erent animals, yet it’s not uncommon for creators of short plays to mistake their job as sketch comedy auteur. OMG  e RTB show gets o to a strong start in the story department, but then again, how wrong can you go when you go to  e Source, aka  e Bible. Can you imagine what century-old Abraham and son Isaac chatted about after the boy narrowly escaped being sacri ced by his own father on the altar of God? Writer John Bavoso did, and the result is his clever, thoughtful and well-performed “An Awkward Conversation in the Shadow of Mount Moriah,” crisply directed by Gina Pulice. David Tate and Josh Adelson as father and son, respectively,  e short play’s the thing One-acts are the passed hors d’oeuvres of theater BRUCE APAR BRUCE THE BLOG SEEAPAR PAGE 12

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When Abraham realizes his wife (Sarah) will be apoplectic if she  nds out what he might have done to his son under orders from God, Isaac says, “You’ve been fearing the wrath of the wrong deity this whole time.” SUPER EGO VS ID Another of my favorites in this RTB collection of one-acts is “No Good Deed” by Ed Friedman, smartly directed with pinpoint pacing by Deborah Carlson.  is is another high-concept piece, where the story is clear-cut, as are the characters.  at’s because Friedman is an accomplished craftsman with a fertile mind, plus the authorial authority and discipline to  esh out an idea with rigorous structure and surefooted rhythm. As Brenda, Pamme Jones (who happens to be the dynamic Executive Director of RTB) is visited backstage after her one-woman community theater show by co-worker Benny (Mark Hankla), who is eager to o er an obligatory “great job!” and then skedaddle his way out of there to join his frat-bro buds at an NFL game viewing party. But Benny – beautifully portrayed by Hankla in a poignant performance  lled with pathos – is not getting away so fast. While he’s acting out the prize ght pitting his id against his super ego, Brenda has this guy’s number all day long, and won’t relent in pursuit of what she wants until he has her number. It’s always fun to watch Pamme Jones, whose artful command of the stage never fails to serve her and the audience well. A BUSS BEFORE THE BUS Speaking of sparkling performances, this “Evening of One-Acts” ends on a two-for-one bonus with a pair of veterans regaling us with their well-seasoned talents. In “Stealing a Kiss” by Laurie Allen, Larry Greeley is Harvey, who plants himself on a bus stop bench next to Sue, played by Stephanie Hepburn. He’s a chatterbox who wastes no time romancing the stone-faced Stephanie, who wants less than nothing to do with this silverhaired, silver-tongued masher. Tenderly directed by Linda Seay, the piece – part character study, part vaudeville sketch – is tenderly written, evincing ample empathy for both its principals. “Stealing a Kiss” walks a tightrope as Harvey persists and Stephanie resists, but it sticks the landing with a fully-satisfying denouement, enhanced in no small measure by a couple of radiant troupers at the top of their game. FOUR MORE I had too much fun, as did the rest of the audience, watching Angie Joachim (Ruth) and Pamme Jones (Hazel) ham it up hilariously as two actresses out of central casting in Joe Carlisle’s “Rugby’s Angels,” directed stylishly, with a touch of farce, by David Fritsch.   Joachim proves herself an expressive and agile comic actor who can e ectively and e ciently deliver a joke without so much as a word (think Fran Drescher). All Joachim need do is emphatically roll her shoulders, Cagney-style, in the swagger of a  lm noir toughie, to elicit rolls of laughs.  Carlisle’s piece parodies the soul-crushing creative culture and business rituals of Hollywood, as well as the vapid characters and dialogue of a certain genre of prime-time TV cops-and-robbers show of the 1970s, as its title unsubtly winks at. Aided by Mark Hankla, who shows up here as writer-actorproducer Jimmy, the threesome milk the gags for all their worth, which is perfectly okay with the audience, happy to go along for the ride. BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE In Bara Swain’s swift and sassy “Incorrigible,” directed by Craig David Rosen, adult daughter Sandy (Rachel Dalton) has her hands full polishing a baby spoon with toothpaste while also exhorting her jokester mother Marge (Janice Rudolph) to behave in between mom’s swigs of beer and rapid- re one-liners.  e moral of the story? As Marge rightly reminds us, “Aging isn’t for sissies.” Also on the seven-piece bill are “Group,” by Chris Gri n, directed by Brian DeToma, with Rachel Ames, Lindsay Clouse, Ta y Miller,  omas Stubbs, and Bill Warnacke as residents, from new to ancient, of a waiting room in need of air conditioning; and “Bassinet,” by Kate Katcher, directed by Greg Liosi, with Cheryl Hughes (Robin) and Sheri Rak (Madeline) as a mother and daughter, respectively, one of whom carries a secret that doesn’t last long while they are buying a used bassinet from Emily Volpintesta (Shauna).  Paulette Layton is production manager. Stage manager is Tina Morrissette. Sound designer/ assistant stage manager is Addis Engel. Lighting designer is Mark Hankla. Light board by Bob Ottulich. Sound board by Marie Ottulich. Ridge eld  eater Barn is unique among local theaters, thanks to its cabaret-style seating at four-tops and counter-style high-tops. Food and beverage can be brought in and consumed starting an hour before showtime, when doors open. Bruce can be seen in a wacky one-act called “Dream Lover” at Westchester libraries this spring, including Somers Library on April 2 at 2 p.m. From June 2-4, he will play the title role in “Tuesdays with Morrie” for  e Armonk Players at the Whippoorwill  eatre. All shows are free of charge. [email protected]; 914-275-6887. APAR FROM PAGE 11 PHOTO COURTESY OF PAULETTE LAYTON “Stealing a Kiss” is one of seven 10-minute plays on stage through April 1 at Ridgefi eld Theater Barn. An Evening of One Acts The Ridgefi eld Theater Barn Through April 1 ridgefi eldtheaterbarn.org 37 Halpin Lane, Ridgefi eld, Conn.

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Despite the fact that my biggest critics think of my columns as being too conservative, my commitment to classical liberal values remains the overarching theme of my political commentary.  at irony is lost on those readers who have sent me nasty notes over the years, as those critics falsely believe they are the ones who harbor liberal values. Far from it. True classical liberals aren’t dogmatic followers of anything except their commitment to open dialogue and debate. Wearing my journalist hat, a couple of years ago, I joined a secret private Facebook group, the name of which I shall not reveal, consisting of members strongly skeptical of the COVID vaccine’s e cacy. To be clear, I received multiple doses of the COVID vaccine, as did my wife and two children. All of us still came down with the virus. My wife has been infected three times, and is still su ering from longCOVID following her  rst bout in August 2021. It left her with debilitating asthma. So, does the vaccine really work?  e published data suggests that the vaccine does indeed moderate severity and it reduces incidences of hospitalizations and death. While I accept that data-based observation, as a journalist, I am inherently sympathetic to people who are skeptical, ask questions, and even arrive at di erent conclusions.  at is journalists’ sacred obligation.  e Facebook group I joined — as an observer — used secret terminology in lieu of the word “vaccine,” as they were vulnerable to censorship, and group members didn’t want their page taken down. As a person committed to classical liberal values, I was curious and wanted to hear from all sides on such important issues. I know some of our readers are now shaking their heads in disapproval and are angry with me for being so irresponsible as to listen to conspiracy theorists, but please hear me out. Forget about COVID for one second. If I was the head research scientist for a great vaccine to prevent the next scary virus, and I was in possession of compelling evidence that the vaccine I invented was harmless and would save countless lives, the LAST thing I would do would be to create a culture where those who questioned it had to use secretive terminology on social media.  ere is no greater way to harm your own cause than to exacerbate people’s paranoia through censorship.  To be clear to those frequent letter writers who believe I’m always creating a “straw man” in my arguments, I’m far less animated by or motivated by the topic of vaccines (or any of the other topics touched upon in this column). I am, however, outraged by anyone’s e orts to sti e debate and open dialogue. My commitment to classical liberal values is why I’m writing this piece. Such questioning of the o cial narrative has led to many important twists and turns in American history. For example, some media outlets were initially ridiculed for spreading “misinformation” when they reported about the Wuhan lab leak theory, but now even the FBI is saying it was the likely cause of the pandemic. Going back to Levine, regardless of the criticism leveled against the imperfect analogy he made during the Q&A at the Bedford Playhouse, Levine seems to be a man unwilling to be forced into any speci c political categories. “I put up a lawn sign saying, ‘ ank You Yorktown Police,’ and right next to it is a ‘Black Lives Matter’ sign,” Levine said in a December 2020 interview with Halston Media. “What gets the most attention are the extremists on the right and the extremists on the left. But there are a lot of us in the middle who believe in doing things the right way.” My own sincere hope as an American is that we return to our nation’s historical commitment to open dialogue.  at is what drives progress. My sincere hope as a journalist is that freedom of the press and journalists’ obligation to question and search for the truth, wherever that may lead us, prevail. I’m way too young to hold any political positions about a war in the 1960s, but I think my commitment to open dialogue and debate puts me squarely on the side of the 1960s counterculture and the classical liberals, and I’m proud of that.   

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SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center says squamous cell carcinomas account for 90 percent of all oral cancers. Squamous cells are thin and  at and make up the tissues that form the surface of the skin.  ey’re also found in the lining of hollow body organs and the respiratory and digestive tracts. VERRUCOUS CARCINOMA  is is a slow-growing cancer that is made up of squamous cells. It is a rare subtype of squamous cell carcinoma that only accounts for about 5 percent of oral cavity tumors, according to the City of Hope cancer center. ORAL MELANOMA Melanomas develop in melanin, which are the pigment-producing cells that color the skin. Melanoma can occur anywhere on the skin, including inside the nose or mouth.  LYMPHOMA Oral cancers also can a ect lymph tissue. In terms of mouth cancer, lymphoid tissue can be found in the base of the tongue and in the tonsils. While most mouth cancers are squamous cells, the cancer will be further classi ed depending on the exact location where it begins.  • Buccal mucosa:  e buccal mucosa is the inner cheek tissue. Lumps in this area should be checked out by a doctor. • Gum cancer: Gum cancer may be mistaken for gingivitis, but the two are not one and the same. • Mouth  oor: Cancer in the  oor of the mouth occurs in the horseshoe-shaped area under the tongue. • Hard palate:  e hard palate is the roof of the mouth.  is cancer often starts as an ulcer, according to MSKCC. Oral cancers also can a ect the lips, tongue and jaw.  Quite often dentists, who should inspect the mouth twice per year, are the ideal health professionals to detect oral cancers early on. Any abnormality in the mouth should be examined and addressed by a doctor. Risk factors for developing mouth cancers include smoking, drinking alcohol, using other tobacco products like chewing tobacco, and exposure to sunlight. 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Adults over the age of 65 may have this a iction and not even recognize it!  In my time, there was no really e ective treatment for adult onset macular degeneration (ARMD). My father went blind from ARMD at age 70, which by the way has a genetic component.   Here is my story: One year ago I noticed a slight distortion in the vision of my right eye. Some straight lines appeared wavy. As a professional, I knew that was a retinal problem and I called and visited my ophthalmologist for con rmation. Early wet macular degeneration was found.  e very next day I received a painless injection of a new age antibody only available for the past few years. Within 24-48 hours, the distortion was gone and has not returned. I have been maintained with a touch up dose every 3 months. To me, this is miraculous. It saved me from blindness!  e truth is that early detection made the di erence. In my experience as a practitioner, patients tend not to notice visual change in one eye when the other eye sees well. Failure to notice the aberration leads to macular edema, hemorrhage and scarring, with irreversible visual loss. It is so easy to check acuity in each eye separately.  ere is a simple test using a piece of graph paper to check for distortion (Amsler grid).  is may help to de ne and localize the defect better.  e moral is, just because you think you see normally, check each eye separately! I myself have no “skin in this game” except the satisfaction of “doing good.” Until recently, there was no really good treatment, only prevention: diet high in lutein, omega 3s, quit smoking, etc., etc.  is is thought to reduce incidence by 25% (maybe).  In the past, it was my passion to teach both my patients and residents in my hospital residency (New York and Cornell). Now after the experience described above, I am excited to spread the word that treatment is possible to control progression of a disease which in my time meant blindness.  -Dianne Aronian MD Yorktown Heights Allergies can mean discomfort for asthma su erers, both during seasonal allergy season and whenever allergens are encountered. For people who already have complications due to asthma, allergies can be especially problematic — even triggering asthmatic episodes. Allergies and asthma happen to share a lot of traits. Unfortunately, they also happen to occur together frequently, says the Mayo Clinic.  e same substances that cause allergies, such as pollen, dust mites and pet dander, also may cause asthma to rear its dangerous head.  e American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology says people who have allergies also often have asthma. People who seemingly think that wheezing is a product of pollen may actually have asthma and are advised to see an allergist to get to the root of the problem. Allergic asthma, where allergies trigger asthma symptoms, is the most common type of asthma, advises ACAAI. Children who have allergies and also have asthma make up 80 percent of those a ected.  e rates are 75 percent of young adults (age 20- 40) and 65 percent of those aged 55 and older who have at least one allergy and asthma. Allergy season can be particularly scary for those with asthma because the chances of having an attack can be ramped up and may be more severe.  erefore, anyone who is experiencing allergic reactions and/or asthma symptoms should heed this advice. • Speak with an allergist. He or she can check out symptoms and prescribe the right treatments. Drugs such as montelukast, which is a leukotriene modi er, can help control immune system chemicals released during an allergic reaction. It also may help alleviate asthma symptoms. • Consider immunotherapy. Immunotherapy involves allergy shots that can reduce sensitivity to the allergens over time. It might even help prevent the development of asthma in some people with seasonal allergies, states ACAAI. • Avoid allergy triggers. Knowing pollen counts, cleaning a home and preventing dust mites and pet dander from accumulating, and avoiding going outside or having the windows open when counts are high can help. Showering and laundering clothing after being outside can limit allergens brought into the house. • Try anti-immunoglobulin E (IgE) therapy.  e Mayo Clinic says with an allergy, the body’s immune system mistakenly identi es a speci c substance as something harmful and releases IgE antibodies to  ght the allergen.  e next time the IgE antibodies sense an allergen, they will release a chemical called histamine into the bloodstream. IgE-targeted medications block these reactions and interfere with IgE. Allergies and asthma often go hand-in-hand. Treating symptoms and avoiding triggers can help immensely.   is article is from Metro Creative Connection. Allergy season is a risky time of year for asthma patients LETTER

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PAGE 18 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER YORKTOWN   Yorktown returnee Alex Scialdone (Senior, Clemson University) is a talented attacker who registered her 100th-career point last year, and is known for both driving and feeding.   “Alex has a great stick and impresses us with her ability to dodge and keep her head up to feed her teammates in tight spaces,” said Yorktown second-year coach Heather Raniolo.  Gianna Altimari (Senior Mid elder, All-Section, All-League) uses her speed to come up with big plays on either side of the ball. She is creative when dodging, has the ability to  nd the corners, and can put the ball in the back of the net.   Kaitlin Regan (Senior Mid elder) is relentless, and displays heart and hustle all over the  eld. She is a solid defender that leads with communication, but also has the ability to be a threat on the o ensive side of the ball.   Reileigh McEnroe (Junior Defender/ Mid elder, University of Maryland) brings high energy and athleticism to every play on the  eld. She uses her speed to transition the ball and make plays on the o ensive side, in addition to being a strong defender who works hard to help lead on that end.   Junior defender Reese Bruno (AllLeague, SUNY-Binghamton) provides speed and grit to come up with big plays on the defensive end.   “We can count on her to come up with ground balls and transition the ball quickly for fast breaks,” Raniolo said of Bruno.  Brie Gaccino (Sophomore, Attack), enters this season with con dence and works hard to grow her game every day. She is a threat on o ense, as she is creative in her ability to dodge and  nish.   Emily Ward (Senior Defender, All-Section Honorable Mention, AllLeague) and Maggie Appelle (Junior Goalie, All-League) return after awardwinning seasons.  Yorktown’s top upcoming player is eighth-grade mid elder, Annie Cunneen.  “Annie is a great addition to our team this season,” Raniolo said. “She is strong, con dent, and hard working. She is aggressive to ground balls and not afraid to take chances to get good, angled shots on cage.”  Raniolo said that the Huskers’ main focus is to win the section title and put Yorktown Girls Lacrosse back on the map.  “Since the season came to an end, it has been all we could envision,” said Raniolo, whose team  nished last year 7-11, which included a 12-10 playo win at Mahopac. “ e girls worked hard during the o season to prepare themselves physically and mentally, and now the season is  nally here. Practices have been awesome, as they are  lled with a ton of energy and excitement. It’s our job now to improve each day and be willing to do whatever it takes to surpass our goals.”  Yorktown will start its season at Mamaroneck 5 p.m.  ursday, Mar. 30.  LAKELAND/PANAS  Junior Isabel Kocaj returns after an AllLeague Honorable Mention campaign in 2022.   “We are looking towards her leading the defense,” said Lakeland/Panas thirdyear coach Chrissy Gutenberger Hart, whose team begins its season at 4:30 p.m. Friday, Mar. 24 vs. Wappingers, at John Jay-East Fishkill. “Junior Clare Warren is a high-impact draw-taker,” she added. “It will be fun to watch her this season. Also returning is junior Kaitlyn Wilkowski, who will be an asset controlling the tempo on our attacking side. Both senior goalies, Kaelen Seija, and Valentina Mejia, are also returning in between the pipes for us this season.”  Lakeland/Panas also has solid utility players returning that are young, but ready. Sophomore Madalena DiMirco, freshman Brooke Pizzarello, and sophomore Lily Whippo are  exible enough to take on any role throughout the season. Junior Ashley Glass will be a draw specialist, which is a new role for her as a Rebel.   “ is year, we are looking to build o our win in last spring’s Sectionals,” said Gutenberger Hart, whose squad was 8-10. “A lot of that was con dence-building, developing the connections with each other, and learning the  ow of our team. We have the ability to do the same again this year in postseason play.”  Another development to look forward to, Gutenberger Hart is expecting her second daughter early in the season.   “To say we have an amazing coaching sta is not enough. Leah DiSisto, a L/P Rebels’ alumni, and an assistant coach, will be our head coach for my maternity leave. Leah has an e ective communication style of leadership and takes the time to break things down in a way that the girls really respond to. She communicates high standards, hard work, and grit.”  Huskers and Rebels ready to go  Alex Scialdone scored her 100th career point last season. FILE PHOTO: RICH MONETTI Senior Midfi elder Kaitlin Regan. FILE PHOTO: TINA COVINGTON GIRLS LACROSSE PREVIEW THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER YORKTOWN   Yorktown returnee Alex Scialdone (Senior, Clemson University) is a talented attacker who registered her 100th-career point last year, and is known for both driving and feeding.   “Alex has a great stick and impresses us with her ability to dodge and keep her head up to feed her teammates in tight spaces,” said Yorktown second-year coach Heather Raniolo.  Gianna Altimari (Senior Mid elder, All-Section, All-League) uses her speed to come up with big plays on either side of the ball. She is creative when dodging, has the ability to  nd the corners, and can put the ball in the back of the net.   Kaitlin Regan (Senior Mid elder) is “Since the season came to an end, it has been all we could envision,” said Raniolo, whose team  nished last year 7-11, which included a 12-10 playo win at Mahopac. “ e girls worked hard during the o season to prepare themselves physically and mentally, and now the season is  nally here. Practices have been awesome, as they are  lled with a ton of energy and excitement. It’s our job now to improve each day and be willing to do whatever it takes to surpass our goals.”  Yorktown will start its season at Mamaroneck 5 p.m.  ursday, Mar. 30.  LAKELAND/PANAS  Junior Isabel Kocaj returns after an AllLeague Honorable Mention campaign in 2022.   “We are looking towards her leading the defense,” said Lakeland/Panas thirdyear coach Chrissy Gutenberger Hart, whose team begins its season at 4:30 p.m. Huskers and Rebels ready to go  Senior Midfi elder Kaitlin Regan. FILE PHOTO: TINA COVINGTON GIRLS LACROSSE PREVIEW

FILE PHOTO: ROB DIANTONIO Deanna Lage will look to lead the Hornets this season. THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 SPORTS YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 19 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER Lakeland is coming off a season where it finished 5-5, including a playoff win, in its historic maiden flag-football campaign.   “Having participated last year is a little bit of an advantage to us, but I don’t think it is as monumental as some people will think,” said Lakeland coach PJ Nyberg. “Many of the other towns and schools who are now participating have youth girls flag football programs, run ‘powderpuff ’ extra-curricular leagues at their school, or play flag football in gym class.” “I am sure the large majority of the schools who added the varsity sport this spring will have a good background in playing the sport at some capacity,” he added. “I expect this season to be very competitive in every game, no matter who is playing. It will be truly exciting to watch.”  One of Lakeland’s top returning players is senior Deanna Lage (QB/WR/DB, AllLeague).  “Deanna is a natural-born leader,” Nyberg said. “She steps up to any challenge that is in front of her and is an ultimate competitor.”  Lage will also be returning as a captain, and the leadership role she took last year has already carried over to this season from day one, according to Nyberg.  “I expect Deanna to continue as a leader, competitor, and one of the best studentathletes a coach could wish for. Just ask all of her teachers and other coaches (as well). I will add at least a second captain and potentially a third, but as of now, with only three practices in the book, it is too early to determine who that will be.”  Another top returning player is senior Lina Brown (WR/ DB, All-League).     “Lina possesses natural football talent,” said Nyberg, whose team opens the season at 4:30 p.m. Friday, Mar. 24 at Yonkers. “She runs well, catches the ball with the best of them, including a couple of true highlight reel plays last year, and competes for everything.”  With only a week of tryouts and practices, Nyberg said that it is still too early to truly name the top newcomers and what their definitive strengths are.   “A few that we are excited Senior captain Lage to lead Lakeland  Brown stands out for Hornets  FLAG FOOTBALL PREVIEW SEE FOOTBALL PAGE 21 Call us at 914-245-5588 or visit anglebrookgc.com to learn more. Non-Equity—No Assessments • Flexible Membership Options—Corporate, Individual, Couples, Families, Junior Executive and Weekday-Plus • Expanded Patio Terrace Outings, Receptions & Banquets • Liberal Guest Policies MGA’S MODERN DREAM 18 (2017) ROBERT TRENT JONES SR’S FINAL DESIGN A MODERN CLASSIC Join Anglebrook today NEW SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP

PAGE 20 – YORKTOWN NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER YORKTOWN  Yorktown’s  rst two seasons under Coach C.J. Riefenhauser have each included multiple league titles and a win in Sectionals.  “Our guys are really buying in on what we are trying to do, as well as getting better every day, while trying to keep it fun,” said Riefenhauser, whose team was 12-10 a year ago.   Yorktown will rely on returners Dylan Koch (Senior Captain, AllSection Honorable Mention, AllLeague, 1B/3B), Derek Patrissi (Sophomore Captain, All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League, RHP/MIF), Cole Haddock (Junior Captain, All-League, LHP/ OF/1B), Brad Garrity (Senior Captain, Catcher), Joe Lanza (Senior, C/1B), Tommy Shkreli (Senior, RHP), Nick Pace (Senior Captain, 2B), and Luca Masillo (Sophomore, RHP/MIF), in its quest to win a third-straight league crown.  First-year varsity Husker Jack Esposito (Senior Captain, RHP, Mercy College), will also be a key contributor.   “As you can see, we have eight returners, but we will have a young team,” Riefenhauser said. “We will have to be scrappy and do the little things right in order to compete in a very tough league with a very tough schedule.”  Riefenhauser, whose Huskers will host Sleepy Hollow in their opener at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Mar. 27 at Granite Knolls Park, said that the team’s goal is always to win the league.   “Our guys have been working hard this o season. We are excited to get started and compete every game.”  LAKELAND   Frankie Kowal (Senior, OF), Dom Toscano (Senior, INF, AllLeague),  Brandon Guerrero (Senior, INF/P), Jack Nugent (Senior, OF/P), Rob Nugent (Senior, OF/P), Nick Frobose (Senior, INF), Anthony DeCesare (Junior, INF/C/P, All-Section Honorable Mention, All-League), Ryan Done (Junior, INF/P), Logan Crilly (Junior, INF/P), and Brandon Forte (Junior, OF) return from a team that went 10-12 and won a Section 1 Class A out-bracket game last spring.  Anthony Frobose (Sophomore, INF/P, injured last year), Sergio Hormazabal (Sophomore, INF/ C/P), Anthony Sabatello (Senior, INF),  Evan Tostanoski (Junior, OF), Luke Cahill (Junior, OF), Angel Cuevas (Junior, OF), Tim Zaccheo (Junior, INF/OF), and Ramzi Done (Freshman, INF/P) are Lakeland’s newcomers.  “Overall, our strength is depth,” said second-year Lakeland coach Justin McCarthy, whose team opens its season at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 28 at Pearl River.   McCarthy said that having a year under his belt as head coach helps a lot when it comes to understanding all of his day-to-day responsibilities.   “As a  rst-year head coach, I do not think you fully understand everything it entails. After a year, certain aspects come more naturally, and it allows you to get back and really focus on the on- eld aspects of coaching. I am lucky to have a great coaching sta within the whole program with Ryan Shilling and Mike McCarthy as varsity assistants, as well as John McKenna and Matt Odair as my JV and freshmen coaches.”  Every year, the Hornets’ goal is to be there at the end,  ghting for a chance to win a section championship and beyond, according to McCarthy, who was a 2010 Lakeland graduate who played on the Hornets’ squad that went to the state semi nals in his senior season.   “ is is a program with a rich history of winning, and the goal is always to continue that tradition,” said McCarthy, who was an assistant coach for Lakeland when it won back-to-back Section 1 Class A titles in 2018 and 2019, the former making it to the state  nals. “In order to do that, it comes down to getting better every single day and taking no days, swings, or reps o .  is is a team I believe can be extremely successful if they buy in and come every day willing to give 100 percent.”  McCarthy said that right now, no captains have been named. But with six seniors on the roster, he will be looking for all of them to be leaders.   “ ere are also a few non-seniors that have been a part of the varsity team for one or two years that I will also be looking to for some leadership. I will be looking for them to lead by showing the rest of the program how a Lakeland baseball player is supposed to act both on the  eld, and in the school building.”  Huskers look for League three-peat   FILE PHOTO: ROB DIANTONIO Yorktown senior captain Dylan Koch. FILE PHOTO: BRIAN MARSCHHAUSER Lakeland senior Dom Toscano. BASEBALL PREVIEW This is a team I believe can be extremely successful if they buy in and come every day willing to give 100 percent.’ Mike McCarthy Lakeland Baseball Head Coach McCarthy ready for second season

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PAGE 22 – YORKTOWN NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER YORKTOWN  Returning for Yorktown offensively is senior attackman Jack Duncan  (All-League, Union College), along with junior midfielders Ryan Vogel (All-League) and Andrew Weissman (AllSection).   Defensively, Yorktown returns plenty of talent as well, in juniors Ryan Cane (All-League, Loyola University Maryland), Christopher Constantine (All-League, Leigh University), Conor Duncan (Monmouth University), and senior midfielder Justin Meyreles (All-League, Wesleyan University).  “As a group, the biggest strength we have is the chemistry we have built by playing cohesively throughout countless summers and high-school seasons,” Meyreles said.  Yorktown’s top newcomer is freshman goalie Hunter Mezzatesta, in addition to the midfielders in sophomore Chad Bowen and freshman Gianluca Marchini.  “As always, the expectation at Yorktown is to take home the sectional championship,” Meyreles said. “To achieve this goal, we must continue to do what we do every year and outwork our opponents, whether it is in practice or games. We are an extremely humble team, and we are excited for this upcoming season.”  Yorktown, the seven-time state, and 40-time sectional champion, will be at an advantage playing under Coach Tim Schurr for a second season.  “Of course, after having a year with Coach Schurr, it is clear what his intentions are with the team,” said Meyreles. “He is someone that is respected and someone everyone on the team enjoys being around. As a lacrosse head coach, he is nothing short of amazing. His knowledge is extensive, and he has a winning attitude that has spread throughout the team.”  The Huskers, who were 10-9 and the Section 1 Class B finalist last year, open this season at home against Cold Spring Harbor at 1 p.m., Monday, Apr. 3.  LAKELAND/PANAS  Top returnees for the Rebels include KC Bryan (Goalie, Junior, Dartmouth College, AllLeague), who has a big body and tremendous composure; Justin Stabile (Midfield, Senior, Western New England University, All-League), an athletic dodger that is skilled, with shooting range from anywhere on the field; Jack Jimenez (Defense, Junior), a Huskers return plenty of talent  Macchi era begins at Mamaroneck  FILE PHOTO: ROB DIANTONIO Junior All-Section Husker Andrew Weissman. BOYS LACROSSE PREVIEW BY MIKE SABINI CONTRIBUTING WRITER LAKELAND  It’s been quite a school year for Lakeland coach Steve Fallo, who coached the Hornets’ girls volleyball squad to their first ever sectional title in the fall, and afterwards led Lakeland’s boys basketball squad to its first Westchester County Center postseason appearance since 2009.  Fallo, the man for all seasons, enters his 31st season on the Hornet softball diamond this spring.  One of Lakeland’s top returnees is senior Ryleigh Melendez (CF, three-year starter, All-Section Honorable Mention).   “She’s an outstanding defensive outfielder, an excellent slap hitter, and bunter,” said Fallo, whose Hornets won the Section 1 Class A softball title in 2017 and 2021.   Two other top returnees are junior shortstop Amanda Cohen, a two-year starter who played the outfield last season, and senior Nikole Langan (OF/1B), a three-year starter who played outfield last year and will also play some first base this season.   Melendez and Cohen will be the Hornets’ captains.   “They both have a lot of experience and will have to help our younger players improve throughout the season,” said Fallo, whose team finished 6-14 a season ago.  Madi Panos (Sophomore, Hornets’ Fallo back for 31st season YHS to move on without star duo  FILE PHOTO: SKIP PEARLMAN Lakeland coach Steve Fallo enters his 31st season coaching the Hornets. SOFTBALL PREVIEW SEE LACROSSE PAGE 24 SEE SOFTBALL PAGE 23

THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 SPORTS YORKTOWN NEWS – PAGE 23 2B), Nicole Mautone (Freshman, Pitcher), Taryne Bruno (Freshman, OF), and Jenna Yazzetti (Freshman, Catcher) were all  rst-time starters last year for the Hornets, and Fallo believes they will just keep getting better.  “My expectations are that they keep improving game-togame.  ey are dedicated, enjoy playing, and want to be successful.”  Lakeland will open the season by hosting Eastchester at 5 p.m. Friday, Mar. 24.  “We have a very young team, and it will be up to our veteran players to lead the way,” Fallo said. “Hopefully, we can compete, improve every game, and be ready for the sectional tournament.”  YORKTOWN  Yorktown will enter this season without two of its top players in program history, Maya Servedio (P) and Olivia Salveggi (1B/P), who both graduated last June.  e former is now pitching at Colgate University, and the latter plays club softball at Sacred Heart University.    e star duo led the Huskers to a 19-2 season and back-toback league titles in 2022.  “Obviously, Maya and Liv had a huge impact on our team last year, and so did the other girls we graduated,” said  fth-year Yorktown coach Samantha Fernandez. “When you lose eight players, that will signi cantly impact any team, but I think we will be just  ne with the way the girls are committed.  eir hard work and the team atmosphere is just great so far.”  One of Yorktown’s top returnees is senior Adrianna Albano (SS, All-Section), who committed to playing Division III softball at Stevens Institute of Technology.  “She’s solid on defense, provides a big bat for us, is a team player, and great leader,” Fernandez said.  Sophomore Eva Destito (C, All-League) is an outstanding hitter with power, while returnee junior Vittoria Milizia (3B/ Utility), has speed, is a contact hitter, and is a solid defender.  Sophia Reilly (Senior, 2B), Albano, and Milizia are the Huskers’ captains.   “Our captains this year all have one thing in common: heart,” Fernandez emphasized. “ ey show up every day ready to have fun and be good teammates.  ese three girls are all natural born leaders. I am very proud of the way they take control and lead by example.”  Juniors Madison Maxwell (P) and Jax Valle (Utility), sophomores Penny Einhorn (OF) and Alyssa McEniry (Utility), and freshmen utility players Gigi Bjerke, Sienna Katzenburg, and Katie Riordan are the Huskers’ newcomers.  “I expect great things from the team as a whole this year, but we de nitely have some gaps to  ll from the talent we lost,” Fernandez said.  Yorktown starts its season at 5 p.m. Friday, Mar. 24 against visiting Carmel.  eir star, Mandy Fernandez, is University of Albany-bound, and the sister of the Husker coach.   “As this is a rebuilding year for us, our teams’ goal is to simply grow and learn from our mistakes,” Samantha Fernandez said. “We are young, very young, so making adjustments is key for this year’s team. We will continue to work hard every day, have fun with it, and push each other.”   SOFTBALL FROM PAGE 22 Senior Adrianna Albano will lead the Huskers at shortstop this season. FILE PHOTO: ROB DIANTONIO SCAN HERE FOR MORE INFO! 845-600-8004 | www.bellmech.com Hop with BELL! into $avings WHAT IS A HEAT PUMP? Heat pumps will help you find the perfect balance of comfort and savings all year round, while reducing your carbon footprint. These all-in-one heating and air conditioning systems optimize the temperature throughout your home to use less energy, and can save you up to 30% on your cooling and heating costs. Don’t miss your chance to lock in rebates and incentives today— VALUED UP TO 50% of your Heat Pump project while program funding lasts… CALL NOW TO SEE IF YOU QUALIFY! $ 1,000 IN REBATES Heat Pump Hot Water Heater Call Us TODAY! 845-600-8004 UP TO $ 174 PLUS TAX Call Us TODAY! 845-600-8004 Preventative Maintenance Visit Starting at Only

PAGE 24 – YORKTOWN NEWS SPORTS THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 big-time playmaker in between the lines who is always a threat to turn defense into o ense; and Cayden Turner (Defense, Junior), a top cover-man whose athleticism allows him to move down low or up top.  Lakeland/Panas’ other top returners are Oban Rader (Mid eld, Sophomore), a big and physical downhill dodger that made an impact early last year;  omas Kuney (Attack, Junior), a quick, shifty dodger whose constant motor allows him to make plays in all facets of the game; Stephen Carroll (Defense, Senior), a physical cover-man whose intensity and leadership sets the tone for the entire team; and Riley Sand (Junior), a big defenseman, with a ton of range, that is great at communicating and controlling the crease area.  Carroll, Jimenez, and Kuney are the captains for a Rebel squad that  nished 7-11 a year ago, which included a win in Sectionals.   “ e expectation is that they will lead by example each and every day by being the hardest working players on the  eld,” said  rst-year Rebel coach Joe Macchi, whose team opens the season at Mamaroneck 3 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 25.   Anthony Farroni (F/O, Junior), a big, physical player at the X who uses size and strength to make plays with the ball; Kyle Gallagher (Mid eld, Junior), a shifty dodger who uses his size to get to several spots on the  eld; and Will Moore (Attack, Junior), a tall, strong shooter from the wing, are the Rebels’ key newcomers.   “Our goal for the season is to compete in everything that we do,” Macchi said. “From the  rst drill in practice, until the last game we play, we want to be known around the section as a team who will always play hard from whistle-to-whistle. It starts with coming to practice every day with the mindset of never being outworked by anyone. If we adopt that mentality each and every day, I am con dent that the wins and losses will take care of themselves.”   “While we do return a ton of players from last season, we are still a very young team on paper,” Coach added. “Due to the injuries last year’s senior class sustained, many of the sophomores were asked to step into roles before when they may have not been ready. Our hope is that going through that experience will allow them to start this season with a certain level of con dence.”  LACROSSE FROM PAGE 22 Competitive sports have a lot to o er young people. In addition to exposing children to the thrill of competition, competitive sports can set a foundation for a lifetime of healthy living. One study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine in 2014 found that afterschool physical activity programs were the most e ective strategy to reduce childhood obesity among children between the ages of six and 12. Competitive sports also teaches valuable lessons about humility and respect. Sportsmanship is a vital and valuable component of competitive sports, and that’s a lesson no athlete is too young to learn. Coaches and parents can work together to emphasize these principles of sportsmanship to young athletes. • Always respect o cials. In the era of instant replay in professional sports, criticism of o cials has become more common. Such criticism can easily move from the professional to the amateur arena if players are not taught to always respect the o cials. Unfortunately, many amateur sports o cials continue to be the victims of overaggressive behavior on the parts of coaches, parents and athletes, and many have simply chosen to walk away rather than subject themselves to abuse. Estimates from the National Association of Sports O cials indicates that the group’s membership has dropped by more than 20 percent since March 2020. Coaches and parents can practice what they preach when teaching young athletes to respect of-  cials at all times, regardless of how games unfold on the playing  eld. • Respect the rules. Respect for o cials should coexist with respect for the game itself. Every game has rules, and knowing and adhering to those rules is a vital component of good sportsmanship. Coaches and parents can set the tone for this by encouraging kids to play by the rules during the games, but also by adhering to rules governing practice times and o season workouts when no one is watching too closely. • Respect opponents. Showing respect for opponents is another principle of good sportsmanship. Social media provides a readily available platform for athletes to disparage their opponents before and after games. Such platforms have even proven too tempting to resist for some professional athletes. But showing respect for opponents, even in defeat, illustrates to parents and coaches that young athletes are mature and cognizant of the fact that participation in sports requires good sportsmanship. • Respect coaches. Good sportsmanship also involves respecting coaches, even when they make decisions players and their parents do not necessarily agree with.  at respect has been dwindling in recent years, and it’s contributing to a coaching shortage in youth sports. One survey of more than 200 coaches in the Syracuse, N.Y., area found that nearly 60 percent of coaches had considered quitting over con icts with parents. 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Anyone wishing to volunteer for Rideconnect may do so by emailing Marietta Manoni at [email protected] Chronic Pain Support Group Research tells us that 50 million Americans live with chronic pain, or pain that lasts most days or every day for three months or more. Of this group, 20 million experience high-impact chronic pain, or pain that interferes with basic functioning and activities of daily living. Pain is the  number one reason that Americans access the health care system, and costs the nation up to  $635 billion each year in medical treatments, disability payments, and lost productivity. Support groups provide a forum for those with pain to gain support and learn about ways to manage pain and progress from patient to person.  is group takes place over Zoom every other week. For more information, please call Ted Bloch at 914-552-6281 or email him at tednbloch@ gmail.com. All conversations are kept strictly con dential. Organic Yard Waste Facility Closed for Season Yorktown’s Organic Yard Waste Facility, located at 2200 Greenwood St., Yorktown Heights, is now closed for the season.  e facility is scheduled to reopen in April. Telehealth Intervention Programs for Seniors (TIPS) Mondays, 9 to 11:30 a.m. TIPS has been in the forefront of the national telehealth movement. Westchester County continues to lead the way in developing best practices that help seniors age successfully in their homes and communities. Senior’s vital signs – speci - cally their pulse, weight, oxygen blood level and blood pressure – are measured using computers and other equipment.  at data is then transmitted to telehealth nurses who review it remotely.  If the tests show cause for immediate concern, the nurse will contact the seniors, their caregivers or primary care physicians directly. Each senior leaves the session with a “TIPS Sheet,” a comprehensive assessment that includes their results of their vital sign tests, an explanation of what the results mean, and, if needed, other relevant information such as referrals. Held at the Yorktown Community and Cultural Center located at 1974 Commerce St., Yorktown. GREEN FROM PAGE 4 TOWN GREEN

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PAGE 28 – YORKTOWN NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023 County Sheriff ’s Office and the Westchester Police Department, attempted to locate the juvenile. He was eventually located on Baldwin Road.  An investigation was conducted at a local residence, and police located and seized what they alleged to be firearm parts, pistol components, and documents that they alleged to be forged, according to police. The youth was placed under arrest, and he was transported to police headquarters for processing. At the Yorktown Police Department, the juvenile was processed with a parent present and was issued an appearance ticket directing them to appear in Westchester County Family Court in White Plains on March 30 at 10 a.m. “In this case, parents really need to know what’s being shipped to their house,” said Yorktown Police Chief Robert Noble. “As a parent, you have every right, especially as the parent of a juvenile, to open and inspect any packages that come and get delivered to your child.” The parts seized are often used in the assembly of “ghost guns,” a term typically used to describe firearms that are constructed from kits. As a result, the weapons do not have serial numbers. “Ghost guns are becoming more frequent in our area and if they make their way out on the street, they take innocent lives, so this was excellent teamwork on behalf of the Westchester County Police and my team,” Noble added. “I’m proud of the work that was done and again, we’re getting guns off the street in any way, shape, or form that we can,” Noble told Yorktown News that the components of ghost guns are being ordered online and assembled at home. “These parts are getting shipped and if there are young people involved, parents need to take stricter measures to know what’s coming into their house,” Noble said. ARREST FROM PAGE 1 flowing into a lush melody before breaking into improv. “We solo and all that lovely stuff that we do in jazz,” said Mazzella, who is noted for her ability to scat, a vocal technique that uses non-lyrical sounds in instrumentlike improvised solos [think Ella Fitzgerald or Chet Baker]. “And then I have standards like ‘Yesterdays,’ ‘Body and Soul,’ and ‘What a Little Moonlight Can Do,’ But they’re done my way, taken in a different kind of light.” Other tracks include “Visions” by Stevie Wonder, which Mazzella describes as “jazzed up and reharmonized”) and John Coltrane’s signature tune “Giant Steps,” a challenging instrumental, presented here with lyrics added by Liebowitz. “Coltrane’s musical contributions speak to me as a person,” Mazzella said. As a longtime fixture in the Hudson Valley jazz scene, Leibowitz recognized something in Mazzella’s singing the first time her heard her. “There was obviously a lot of talent there,” he said. “And a joy of singing. After she had studied [with him] for about three or four months, in her junior year in high school, she did a big school performance singing ‘My Funny Valentine’ and doing sort of scat [improvised vocals].” Though her technique was still developing, “my gut was telling me she was ready,” Leibowitz said. Leibowitz started inviting her up to sing at his own shows. “And she did great,” he said. “She just connected with the audience. She’s very natural in front of people. We recorded an EP when she was 18 called ‘Freedom of the Note.’” As “Awakening” shows, Mazzella sings with freedom—in both technique and expression. She’s able to shift effortlessly from interpreting a melody and lyric to mixing it up with the band in her improvised solos. For her ability to connect with the material, she credits her experiences as a student, which have exposed her to broad range of material and allowed her to sing with ensembles large and small. “I would say a trio—whether it be guitar or piano—would probably be my favorite kind of ensemble, because it’s just a really nice, intimate setting,” she said. “I love just playing with the rhythm section, especially being a scat-based artist.” “Getting to have that relationship with the band, communicate those ideas and build something—to share those ideas together is really beautiful to me.” Learn more at emilymazzellamusic.biz AWAKENING FROM PAGE 7 Emily Mazzella will release her debut album, “Awakenings,” on April 23. PHOTO COURTESY EMILY MAZZELLA Securities offered through Cantella & Co., Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Cantella and Co., Inc. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. 2022 was a CRAZY YEAR! 845-628-5400 SFGtaxes.com | [email protected] 824 Route 6, Suite 4 | Mahopac, NY 10541 We can help make your taxes less crazy.

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Around 600 people were in attendance at the dinner including nearly half of the Yorktown Police Department, according to Noble. “I am humbled and honored to be chosen as the Westchester B.L.U.E. Vanguard Award recipient,” Noble told Yorktown News. “While I am being singled out as the recipient, this is really a Yorktown Police Department award. Our agency as a whole embodies the professionalism, leadership and empathy mantra of Westchester B.L.U.E.” “ e Westchester B.L.U.E. Foundation was established in 2011 by active and retired members of the law enforcement community. “ e purpose and mission of the foundation is to aid active and retired police oˆ cers and their families in times of crisis, illness, dealing with tragedy, death, substance abuse, suicide, or are in ‡ nancial need. According to a proclamation presented to Noble by the Town Board on Nov. 22, the Vanguard Award is given to a law enforcement oˆ cer who continuously demonstrates true leadership, guidance, empathy, and holds true to the ideals consistent with the mission of Westchester B.L.U.E. “He’s been a tremendous leader in our community,” Supervisor Matt Slater explained. ““ e police department is a re— ection of you, and that is why it continues to be seen as the best in the state, being recognized as the best by the State of New York time and time again.” Noble emphasized that he does not consider this to be an individual award. He said that without the Yorktown Police Department family and his own family, that award night would not have happened for him. “I am blessed to work with just amazing men and women at Yorktown PD, and this is their award not mine,” Noble said. Noble also said that the best part of his work day is going home to his wife Eleana. “Nothing for me happens without her,” said Noble. “When I do get to go home from work, I enjoy going home every day and being with her.” Hail to the chief! Noble honored with Vanguard Award PHOTO COURTESY OF ROBERT NOBLE Chief Noble (second from right), his wife Eleana (center), and his three kids at the charity dinner BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER Donuts might be dunked at a new location in Yorktown soon. A new Dunkin’ establishment was discussed to take over vacant property at 3735 Compond Road. “ e 3,069 square foot Dunkin’ drive thru had completed its pre-preliminary application and met with the planning board on Nov. 14. SDML, the company proposing the project, gave its initial presentation, received comments on two potential layout options, discussed zoning compliance and next steps. According to the presentation, the Dunkin’ will potentially operate from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Richard Fon, chairman of the Dunkin’ and Chipotle to Yorktown? SEE DUNKIN’ PAGE 2 Vol. 11 No. 38 Thursday, December 8, 2022 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 31 CLASSIFIEDS 30 LEGAL NOTICES 30 LEISURE 26 OBITUARIES 8 OPINION 10 SPORTS 20 TOWN GREEN 6 Visit TapIntoYorktown.net for the latest news. PHOTO: SOPHIA CASELNOVA BY SOPHIA CASELNOVA STAFF WRITER Decisions for Underhill Farm are still in the works. At the Planning Board meeting on Nov. 14, the board addressed the concerns and status of the Underhill Farm project.  e project has been in progress since 2020 and proposes the development of 148 housing units, recreational amenities, and 11,000 square feet of retail space.  e 148 units would be made up of 52 townhouse units, 32 condominiums, and 64 apartments. Of the 148 units, 118 are planned to be “senior friendly.”  e board took time to “set the record” and update the public on the steps being taken and the work the board has been doing. At this point, the board has not yet made a determination about the impact statement, but they have the opportunity to do so as they continue to work through the information presented to them.  e board has not made a determination on signiˆ cance as required under SEQRA and is still in the environmental review stage of the environmental assessment form (EAF) and other pertinent information. “It’s not that we have made decisions to avoid an environmental impact statement and issue a positive declaration or not, we’re not at that point Planning Board provides update on Underhill Farm Light the night! Yorktown was glowing with festive spirit as the community welcomed the holiday season at the Electric Lights Parade on Dec. 3! See more photos from this electrifying evening on page 16! 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Thursday, December 8, 2022 PHOTO: SOPHIA CASELNOVA have the opportunity to do so as they continue to work through the information presented to  e board has not made a determination on signiˆ cance as required under SEQRA and is still in the environmental review stage of the environmental assessment form (EAF) and other pertinent information. “It’s not that we have made decisions to avoid an environmental impact statement and issue a positive declaration or not, we’re not at that point Planning Board provides update on Underhill Farm Light the night! Yorktown was glowing with festive spirit as the community welcomed the holiday season at the Electric Lights Parade on Dec. 3! See more photos from this electrifying evening on page 16! SEE UNDERHILL PAGE 6 $40 OFF Set OF 4 TIRES ON TOP OF ANY MANUFACTURES REBATES must be installed at Ozzy’s Auto OZZY'S GOODYEAR AUTO CLINIC IT AIN’T JUST TIRES With this coupon. $2 hazardous material disposal fee. Most Vehicles. See store for more details. Not valid with other offers or prior services. Expires 12/23/22 Go to localflavor.com for more coupons $39.95 Conventional Motor oil with filter, FREE tire rotation, FREE 12-Point Safety Inspection ehicles. Not Vol. 11 No. 40 Thursday, December 22, 2022 CLASSIFIEDS 30 HEALTH & WELLNESS 20 LEGAL NOTICES 30 LEISURE 29 OPINION 10 SPORTS 24 TOWN GREEN 2 Shrub Oak Tree pg 3 ILLUMINATE Visit TapIntoYorktown.net for the latest news. BY CAROL REIF STAFF WRITER Two local organizations that have been waging separate, but parallel and equally passionate, campaigns in the war against substance misuse are joining forces. Drug Crisis in Our Backyard, a nonpro t o ering education and resources for folks struggling with addiction, was started in 2012 by Putnam County residents Susan and Steve Salomone and Somers residents Carol Christiansen and her late husband, Lou. Each couple lost a beloved son to the opioid epidemic in 2012. Erik Christiansen was a detective with the New York City Police Department. In 2011, he was prescribed oxycodone for a back injury and became addicted to painkillers. A year later, the 28-year-old was found dead of a heroin overdose. Justin Salomone, a 2001 Mahopac High School graduate and gifted guitarist, had battled addiction for several years. He started smoking marijuana in high school and later moved onto stronger drugs in college. He was 29 when he succumbed to what his parents call an “insidious disease.” But instead of retreating into grief and anger, the Christiansens and Salomones rallied, not only for themselves, but for other families. • e grassroots advocates’ mission? To reduce the stigma associated with addiction, promote awareness, provide programs, resources, and support to struggling individuals and families, and be a catalyst for changes in laws that hold accountable organizations and medical institutions that perpetuate drug use through overprescription of opiates and other narcotics. Yorktown-based Alliance for Safe Kids was founded in 2002 and incorporated as a nonpro t in 2006. As a conduit for a partnership between all community stakeholders -- parents, teens, educators, law enforcement, government, medical professionals, businesses, faith leaders, and civic groups –  ASK  aims to arm youth with the tools they need to make healthy decisions and to encourage their families to get informed and stay involved. “By partnering with all areas of the community, we collectively strengthen the safety net that protects our youth,” ASK’s mission statement reads. Salomone, Drug Crisis in Our Backyard’s executive director,  and  ASK president and CEO Tricy Cushner of Yorktown  met at  Drug Crisis in Our Backyard’s   rst public event. It was held Joining forces Drug Crisis in Our Backyard to partner with Alliance for Safe Kids  SEE CRISIS PAGE 6 Yorktown welcomes Hanukkah  e festival of lights began in Yorktown on Dec. 18 with a menorah lighting at Jack DeVito Veterans Memorial Field.  e community sang songs and joined in blessings led by Rabbi Yehuda Heber. The community gathered with Rabbi Yehuda Heber of Chabad of Yorktown. PHOTO: SOPHIA CASELNOVA

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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 Marie Nora Mazzone: 111 Brush Hollow Lane Rye Brook NY 10573. Purpose: Any lawful purpose Notice of Formation of BFJ Management LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2022- 11-04. 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 SSNY: 90 State Street Suite 700, Office #40 Albany NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful purpose LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL  SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL & RELATED SERVICES The Board of Education of the Lakeland Central School District in Westchester County hereby invites the submission of sealed proposals for Special Educational & Related Services.  Sealed proposals will be received until 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at the Lakeland Central School District, Business Office, 1086 East Main St., Shrub Oak, NY  10588.  Specification documents may be obtained from the Lakeland Central School District web page: www.lakelandschools.org or at the office of: Lisa Garland, Purchasing Agent, Lakeland Central School District, 1086 East Main St., Shrub Oak, New York 10588.  The Board of Education reserves the right to waive any formalities in or to reject or to accept any or all proposals. 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