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Tuckahoe man charged in Chappaqua shooting By COREY STOCKTON Staff Writer

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OPEN Bronxville Diner opened for business on Aug. 22, after two years of preparation and construction. Located at 112 Kraft Ave., the diner features décor reminiscent of the 1950s and ‘60s. For story, see page 6. Photo/Corey Stockton

ECAP prepares needy students for school year By COREY STOCKTON Staff Writer The Eastchester Community Action Program, ECAP, supplied local children with backpacks and school materials on Aug. 31 in preparation for the upcoming school year. At least a dozen organizations, local companies and individuals donated backpacks and school supplies to the ECAP, which then gave those materials to families in need during its backpack giveaway. Don Brown, ECAP’s director, said, “Almost everyone who comes through our door, they know that ECAP is here to help those low-income families, whether it’s senior citizens on

fixed incomes or even families who traditionally have been doing well until someone got ill or someone lost a job.” But in September, when students entering schools in Eastchester, Bronxville and Tuckahoe between kindergarten and 12th grade are in need of the supplies required by their schools, ECAP sifts through school lists to prepare backpacks filled with the materials needed at each grade level. Brown said each filled bag costs between about $20 for the lower grades and nearly $35 for high school students. Ana Costa, ECAP’s youth director, said families who came in need of a backpack were also able to collect non-perishable

food from the organization’s food pantry. According to Brown, the Eastchester Rotary Club was the biggest sponsor of backpacks; it contributed about 80 percent of the bags. Hazel Alexander-Campbell, director of the Committee Working for All Children, an organization which worked in tandem with ECAP to collect and distribute backpacks and supplies, said the Tuckahoe Police Organization and the Eastchester Firefighters Local 916 union are also among the largest and most consistent donors. Other donors included Westchester Funeral Home, Harpo’s Car Service, Value Drugs, the Eastchester Italian-American

Club, town councilmen Luigi Marcoccia and Joe Dooley, town Councilwoman Theresa Nicholson and other independent residents. However, Alexander-Campbell said this year’s donor list is shorter than that of previous years. ECAP, an arm of the Westchester Community Opportunity Program, also known as WestCOP, serves Eastchester and its villages with programs throughout the year, including monthly food pantries, holiday toy drives, after-school programs and summer programs for children. When this year’s summer program ended on Aug. 12, ECAP continued on page 8

A Tuckahoe resident has been charged with attempted murder by the New Castle Police Department, after allegedly shooting up a Chappaqua deli on Aug. 29. According to New Castle police, Hengjun Chao, 49, a Tuckahoe resident, fired a shotgun loaded with buckshot near Lange’s Little Store and Delicatessen, injuring two. New Castle Town Judge Noah Sorkin remanded Chao without bail, and issued a oneyear protection order for an individual whose name was not released. Chao reportedly fired a shot outside the deli on 382 King St. in Chappaqua at about 7 a.m. One of the victims was Dr. Dennis Charney, the dean of Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Chao had worked as an assistant professor and medical researcher from 2002 until 2009, when he was fired by Charney for research misconduct. Charney accused him of intentionally misrepresenting research results and attempting to convince a colleague to do the same. In 2010, Chao filed a lawsuit with a state district court against Charney, Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Medical School, and several other defendants, claiming that his termination for research misconduct was an act of defamation and a violation of his contract, and also claimed that he was discriminated against based on his race. The judge hearing the case dismissed the claim in December 2010. Following the shooting, Chao

was charged with attempted murder in the second degree, a Class A-1 felony, which could result in a life sentence if he is convicted. Chao allegedly targeted Charney, and also struck a bystander whose name has not been released by police. Both victims were transported to Westchester County Medical Center and are expected to survive. According to the medical school’s website, Charney’s research is focused on treating depression and other mood and anxiety disorders. He is one of the longest-serving deans in any medical school in the country. Shotgun pellets had punctured holes in the glass doors of the deli during the shooting. As of press time, the doors and glass panes have not been replaced. Chao is being held at Westchester County Jail and is due back in court on Sept. 7. Lange’s Little Store and Delicatessen is located about 1 mile from the home of former President Bill Clinton and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton. The deli was featured in Clinton’s initial campaign announcement video in April 2015. The village of Chappaqua is about 17 miles north of the village of Tuckahoe. Chao has lived in Tuckahoe since at least May of last year, according to Westchester County property records. He immigrated to the United States from China in 1997, and took a position as an assistant professor and medical researcher in 2002. CONTACT: corey@hometwn.com

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September 2016

Planning ahead... SUNDAY

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Hispanic Heritage Month

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Eastchester Architectural Review Board 7 p.m., Town Hall Eastchester Environmental Committee 7:30 p.m., Community Room

National Grandparents Day

Labor Day, government offices closed

EHS senior photos 2 p.m.

Bronxville village board meeting 8 p.m.

Schools open

Eastchester town board meeting 8 p.m., Town Hall

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EHS senior photos 2 p.m. Eastchester Zoning Board of Appeals 7 p.m., Town Hall Gr. 12 Post-HS Planning 7 p.m., BHS

Bronxville kindergarten full day start

Tuckahoe BOE meeting 7:30 p.m., THS/MS library EHS PTA meeting 7:45 p.m. Tuckahoe village board meeting 8 p.m.

Eastchester 5K Run 8 a.m.

Pio Feast & Music Festival Noon to 7 p.m., Depot Square

College Financial Aid Night 7 p.m., EHS

School superintendent search meeting 7 p.m., BHS auditorium Eastchester Traffic & Parking Advisory Committee 7 p.m., Community Room Eastchester PTA Council meeting 7:15 p.m. Eastchester town board meeting 8 p.m., Town Hall

Bronxville Zoning Board of Appeals 7:30 p.m.

Eastchester BOE meeting 8 p.m.

EHS senior photos 2 p.m.

Bronxville Planning Board meeting 7:30 p.m. Tuckahoe Zoning Board of Appeals 7:30 p.m.

THS underclassmen/staff photos Lake Isle Advisory Board 8 p.m., Lake Isle

BHS Gr. 9 Picnic & Activities Fair 7 p.m.

TMS Picture Day

Bronxville BOE meeting 7 p.m.

BHS ACT test

WEC Picture Day

BHS ACT registration deadline

THS Senior Parent Night 7 p.m.

Tuckahoe Challenge Road Race 9 a.m., Community Center Broncofest Soccer Tournament

Tuckahoe Planning Board meeting 7:30 p.m.

Autumnal Equinox

Eastchester Planning Board meeting 7 p.m., Town Hall

Pio Feast & Music Festival 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Depot Square

BHS Picture Day

THS College Fair 8:30 a.m. TMS Back-to-School Night 7 p.m., TMS

EHS Human Rights Carnival Noon to 5 p.m.

Pio Feast & Music Festival 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Depot Square

THS Back-to-School Night 7 p.m., THS

BHS Bonfire

World Suicide Prevention Day

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Legislators condemn Rye’s Playland Article 78

Last week, county legislators met to discuss mounting litigation regarding a round of capital projects at Rye Playland. File photo

By JAMES PERO Staff Writer Amidst a mounting legal battle between the city of Rye and Westchester County over proposed capital improvements to Playland, many county lawmakers from both sides of the political aisle have continued to assert the county’s authority over the park’s future. The county Board of Legislators’ Litigation Committee, which convened on Aug. 25, has already rejected Rye’s claims that the county had mishandled SEQRA procedure, as well as claims that the county failed to inform the city of developments at the amusement park. “If the county were to cede that responsibility to the city of Rye, it would establish an improper and likely deleterious precedent for all the other county park properties throughout Westchester,” said Legislator Lyndon Williams, a Mount Vernon Democrat. “This precedent could greatly increase the timeline for all county renovations and repairs.” Rye Mayor Joe Sack, a Republican, as well as Michael Gerrard, an attorney retained by the city who drafted the city’s initial notification of its intent to file an Article 78, have repeatedly claimed that the city has been kept in the dark throughout the process of for-

malizing projects at the park. “People have differing opinions of what’s been offered and what’s on the table,” said Rye City Councilwoman Julie Killian, a Republican. “The whole thing could benefit from sitting in a room to talk, as opposed to corresponding by email, so that there’s no misrepresentation of what a ‘seat at the table’ actually means.” According to Rye City Attorney Kristen Wilson, now that both sides have firmly taken stances, the county will have until Sept. 23 to submit its arguments to a New York State Supreme Court judge. She told the Review there is no current estimate on when the judge will render a decision. If Rye wins its Article 78, the county would be forced to return back to the drawing board and undergo an entire environmental review process for projects at the park once again. This will allow the city to challenge a declaration of lead agency—which is the first step in a SEQRA process—in front of the state Department of Environmental Conservation commissioner. Among the major projects that have given the city pause are plans currently being mulled by the Board of Legislators to either remove or renovate the park’s historic pool, which could potentially open

the door for a new dining area. In May, the county entered into a 30-year agreement with the management company Standard Amusements, that aims to inject $60 million of capital improvements into the park for infrastructure and rides; $30 million of that sum would come from taxpayers through bonds. The Article 78, which was filed by the city in August, challenges the county’s status as lead agency for capital projects at the park and harkens to a former debate between the two entities over a similar matter. In 2011, the city had threatened to sue over a potential 78,000-square-foot field house that City Council members and residents claimed would exacerbate flooding and affect living conditions for neighboring residents. While the dispute didn’t result in any formal litigation between the two, the field house project, along with an agreement between the county and then potential manager Standard Playland Inc., was eventually scrapped in the wake of local resistance. The city has not yet formerly pushed for an injunction, which would put a pause on park projects, but it continues to mull over its right to do so. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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What’s going on... Eastchester Public Library

tranquil music while coloring. All coloring sheets and supplies will be provided, and light refreshments will be served. This activity is free and open to the public, and registration is not required.

Tuesday Foreign Film Series: ‘Big Deal on Madonna Street’ (Italian)

Books and Snacks Club Children in grades kindergarten through second grade are welcome to join this books and snacks club on Wednesday, Sept. 2 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and again from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Gail Gibbons’ book “From Path to Highway: The Story of the Boston Post Road” will be read during this program, and the reading will be followed by a craft activity. Reading aloud is encouraged but not required. Because of this program’s high demand, it has been split up into two sessions. The program is free and open to the public, and registration is required. For more information or to register for this program, call Jonathan Heifetz at 721-8105 or email him at jheifetz@wlsmail.org.

Preschool Story Time Preschool students are welcome to join this preschool story time program, which will start on Wednesday, Sept. 14 and Thursday, Sept. 15 from 1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. This drop-off program is free and open to the public, and registration is required. Proof of a child’s age and a library card are required during registration. For more information or to register for this program, call Teresa Chang at 721-8105 or email her at tchang@wlsmail.org.

Reading Buddies Book Club Children ages two and three are welcome to join the Reading Buddies Book Club program on Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The club will discuss Philip Pullman’s “I Was a Rat!” Participants are asked to read the book in advance. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk, and refreshments will be served during the program. This program is free and open to the public, and registration is required. For more information or to register for this program, contact Jonathan Heifetz at 721-8105 or jheifetz@ wlsmail.org.

Bronxville Public Library

The library will screen the film “Big Deal on Madonna Street” on Tuesday, Sept. 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. This film recounts a classic account of the misadventures of a group of amateurish crooks. The hapless and bungling group of burglars try to break into a store from an apartment next door. Not rated; running time: 106 minutes. This screening is free and open to the public, and registration is not required.

Wednesday Matinee: ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2’ The library will screen the film “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2” on Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. This film is the long-awaited follow-up to the highest-grossing romantic comedy of all time. The film reveals a Portokalos family secret that will bring the beloved characters back together for an even bigger and Greeker wedding. Rated PG-13; running time: 94 minutes. This screening is free and open to the public, and registration is not required.

Book Donation Drop-Off Patrons are welcome to bring their gently used books to the library for the ongoing book sale on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon. All proceeds from the book sale will benefit the Friends of the Bronxville Library.

Chosen Moments: Learn the basics of photo organizing Adults are welcome to join a photo organizing workshop on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The workshop will teach participants how to turn print and digital photos from a cluttered mess into an organized system that makes sharing easy, and how tackle and streamline images. This workshop is free and open to the public, and registration is required. For more information or to register for the workshop, call 337-7680 ext. 24 or email bronxvillelibrary@gmail.com.

Legacy Letter Writing Workshop Adults are welcome to join professional writer Jacqueline Lofaro for this 10-week writing workshop about crafting a legacy letter that begins on Friday, Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants will be able to enrich their friends, children, grandchildren or anyone they hold dear with a special message brimming with love and wisdom.

include information about surgical options, risks of surgery and expected weight loss. This seminar is free and open to the public and registration is required. For more information or to register for the seminar, call 787-4000.

Breastfeeding Support Group The hospital’s lactation expert will lead a breastfeeding support group for new mothers on Monday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to noon in the NYP/Lawrence Lobby Conference Room. This support group is free and open to the public and registration is required. For more information or to register for the support group, call 787-2141.

After-Treatment Cancer Survivorship Support Group This after-treatment cancer survivorship support group offers cancer survivors the chance to learn about the late effects of treatment and gives members an opportunity to share and learn from one another. The support group will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 13 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the NYP/Lawrence Lobby Conference Room. The support group will include presentations given by experts who regularly discuss cancer treatment and survivorship. This support group is free and open to the public and registration is required. For more information or to register for the support group, call 787-5997.

Eat Right, Live Long Health and Wellness Series Katie Campbell will host a presentation for parents on Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the NYP/Lawrence Lobby Conference Room about childhood obesity. The presentation will include information to help parents make sure their children are getting the proper nutrition needed to maintain a healthy weight. This presentation is free and open to the public and registration is required. For more information or to register for this presentation, call 787-5000.

Breast Cancer Support Group The hospital’s oncology nurse navigator will lead this support group on Thursday, Sept. 15 from 5 p.m.to 6 p.m. in the NYP/Lawrence Lobby Conference Room. The group will bring breast cancer patients and their loved ones together to learn and share with one another. This support group is free and open to the public and registration is required. For more information or to register for the support group, call 787-5997.

Bronxville Women’s Club Mardi Gras Jazz and Gospel Fest The Eastchester Community Action Partnership

will host the Mardi Gras Jazz and Gospel Fest on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Bronxville Women’s Club. For more information about the event, call 337-3252.

Eastchester Recreation Department The Community Fund The Community Fund is a nonprofit corpora tion founded in 1919 to enhance the quality of life for and provide assistance to all residents living in Bronxville, Eastchester and Tuckahoe, the BET community. The Community Fund monitors the BET community to determine which services are most needed and provides grant funding and administrative support to the social service agencies and community programs that meet these various essential needs. For more information, visit eastchester.org/departments/recreation/index.html.

Eastchester 5K Race On Sunday, Sept. 25, the third annual Eastches ter 5K race will take place rain or shine, starting at Eastchester Town Hall. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome. For more information and to register, visit eastchester5K.org. Preregister and receive a free race T-shirt. Register by Sept. 9 for the $25 early bird entry fee; the fee increases to $35 after that date. Participants under age 12 pay $10 to enter. All funds raised will go to the Eastchester Community Action Program and Eastchester Music Boosters.

Eastchester school district news Join Music Boosters Help is needed to continue the support of music education in Eastchester in grades K-12. A full board is needed for the 2016-17 school year. Please consider applying, no experience is necessary. To apply and for more information, visit eastchestermusicboosters.wordpress.com.

Bronxville events Bronxville Farmers Market On Saturdays through Nov. 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located at Stone Place at Paxton Avenue, rain or shine. Browse offerings from more than 30 vendors. Visit bronxvillefarmersmarket.com for more information. Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Thursday at noon. Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send all items to news@hometwn.com.

NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital Weight Loss Surgery Seminar For more information on summer hours and programs, visit bronxvillelibrary.org.

Adult Coloring Group Adults are welcome to join the library’s coloring group on Mondays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Those under stress will benefit from listening to

Clinicians from the ColumbiaDoctors, the faculty practice of Columbia University Medical Center, in collaboration with NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group/Westchester and NYP/Lawrence will provide information about weight loss surgery during a seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 6 and Sept. 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the NYP/Lawrence Lobby Conference Room. The seminar will

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Harrison considers joining EMS consortium By COREY STOCKTON Staff Writer The town/village of Harrison is considering merging its emergency medical services with those of the neighboring municipalities of Rye, Port Chester and Rye Brook. The three communities, which all border Harrison to the east, operate out of one station and use two ambulances, according to the corps’ website. The unit is comprised of 45 members, including 16 volunteers. Harrison EMS currently utilizes four ambulances and employs about 60 EMTs and paramedics, most of whom are employed on a parttime basis. Harrison Councilman Joe Stout, a Democrat, said although the communities involved are considering the move, no decisions have been made. He added that if Harrison’s EMS does join forces with the other communities, it is likely the station in Harrison will remain open. “I think we need to look at all the options to keep a local ambulance service in town,” he said.

The potential merger follows a dispute between EMS and the town board earlier this year which largely concerned alleged poor management structure and misuse of funds by the EMS. On March 31, Harrison EMS announced that they would have to discontinue services after not receiving their usual quarterly stipend of $137,500 from the town. At the time, Harrison Mayor Ron Belmont, a Republican, claimed the town had stopped funding EMS due to mismanagement by the EMS chief and board. The town has since dispersed several monthly payments of $45,833, and town officials said they would continue to operate the EMS unit on a month-tomonth basis until further notice. Al Mignone, chairman of the Harrison EMS, said the EMS board has attempted to restructure its ranks and create better communication between the town and EMS since the fallout back in March. Rye City Manager Marcus Serrano said that Harrison

would not incur any additional cost if it were to join the consortium; however, the department would be required to use its own equipment and staff, but would adopt the group’s management structure. Serrano added that before adopting Harrison into the group, the Port Chester-Rye-Rye Brook EMS board must first ensure that the group will not see any additional costs of its own or weaken its level of service. Mignone said he supports joining forces with Rye-Port Chester-Rye Brook EMS, but said he also asked the town board to consider joining the Mamaroneck Ambulance District. The village of Mamaroneck’s EMS service operates a 24-hour ambulance specified for advanced life support, offering the highest service available outside of a hospital. Scott Moore, administrator of the Port Chester-Rye-Rye Brook EMS, and Belmont could not be reached for comment as of press time. CONTACT: corey@hometwn.com

The Harrison EMS station may soon become part of a larger unit, as the Harrison town board and the Port Chester-Rye-Rye Brook EMS are each mulling the possibility of merging Harrison’s ambulances services into the larger consortium. Harrison may also consider joining the Mamaroneck Ambulance District. File photo

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Bronxville Diner gets into the swing of things By COREY STOCKTON Staff Writer

The wait is over; you can now be seated. After nearly two years of preparation and construction, the Bronxville Diner, located at 112 Kraft Ave., opened its doors on Aug. 22, serving its first batches of fries, burgers and milkshakes. The 2,000-square-foot diner seats about 60, including five barstools overlooking the desserts, sodas and ice cream. The chairs and booths are stitched in vintage red, white and blue leather, and standing on the mantles are retro Coca-Cola signs, collector’s Beatles drums and Betty Boop figurines. The diner’s retro atmosphere is intentional and calculated, said co-owner Yoita Korinotu.

The throwback vibes make the venue feel less like a restaurant and more like a traditional diner. “A diner is something very American,” Korinotu said. “Just because Greeks own it, doesn’t mean it’s a Greek diner…. A Greek diner doesn’t exist.” The diner is the fourth restaurant owned by the Post Road Diner Family, and the first location in New York state. Teddy and Olga Giopoutzis and Korinotu also own the Darien, New Canaan and Post Road diners in Connecticut. Korinotu said that the Bronxville Diner is visually similar to the New Canaan Diner, but the Bronxville location is larger. Still, the kitchen is small. The diner is only allowed to have five chefs in the kitchen

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With a five-seat countertop and the mantle decorated in memorabilia from the 1950s and ‘60s, the Bronxville Diner is a nod to an earlier time.

at once. And the staff is still adapting to the demand for french fries and chicken fingers, the most frequent orders. In April, Teddy Giapoutzis said the diner chain also specializes in comfort foods like meatloaf and potpies. And, he added, all the diners use more than 100 milkshake recipes. “We have a lot of malts,” Korinotu said. “But the Oreo milkshake is the winner. I cannot stock enough of the crushed Oreos. I’ve gone through six cases so far.” Korinotu said the diner will have lunches prepared when the school year starts, when Bronxville students are allowed to leave campus for lunch from the sixth grade and up. “I did speak to a lot of high school and middle school kids and they told me that they get out for a break. I asked them what they would want for lunch. And, of course, french fries and chicken fingers and mozzarella sticks,” she added. Bronxville residents have anticipated the diner’s opening since it was announced in early 2015. “They’re more excited than us that we’re here,” Korinout said, “and I try to tell them that we are excited, too, that we are here.” Korinotu added that much of the delay in opening was caused from the lack of gas supply in the building. There had previously been no gas lines to the facility, and the diner needed several to operate efficiently. In April, Teddy Giapoutzis told the Review that the delay was also caused by the opening of the new Darien Diner in Connecticut, which had to be relocated and opened in January. The diner is still awaiting its liquor license. Until then, Korinotu suggests shopping local: buying from Beer Noggin, the local craft beer shop, or from Station Plaza Wine & Spirits. Both are located at 102 Kraft Ave. CONTACT: corey@hometwn.com

Yoita Korinotu, right, Bronxville Diner’s manager and co-owner, delegates work to her staff, most of whom are from Yonkers and Bronxville. There are also five employees from Connecticut.

Diner employees are prepared to make hundreds of milkshakes and malts. The Oreo milkshake is a crowd favorite. Photos/Corey Stockton

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Arts & Craft Beer Fest offers unique events

Still creating buzz in Westchester County, the 2016 Arts & Craft Beer Fest continues to offer local residents and visitors a calendar of unique events that provide just the right mix of excitement for arts enthusiasts and craft beer lovers. Organized by ArtsWestchester in partnership with Half Time, Taste NY and Westchester County Tourism, the festival provides visual art, music and New York state craft beers at select events, including the Harbor Island International Beer Festival on Saturday, Sept. 24. “It’s not your typical beer fest,” said Janet Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester. “Combining arts and craft beer offerings creates a unique synergy for people looking for fun things to do this summer and fall. This innovative business partnership provides a great way to bridge our respective followings and diversify and grow our audiences. We are thrilled to continue this series through November and hope to expand the initiative throughout the Hudson Valley region in years to come.” The partnership between the cultural industry and the craft beer industry kicked off in May at ArtsWestchester’s annual spring event, ArtsBash, and continues through November. At each arts and craft beer event, New York state craft breweries are paired with select events at Westchester’s renowned cultural institutions to offer arts and beer enthusiasts unique entertainment experiences. The initiative bridges these two creative industries in order to boost the local economy and build tourism. The ArtsWestchester events are supported by a $50,000 Craft Beverage Marketing and Promotion grant. The grant supports the promotion of eight county art events related to craft beer. The grant program launched in 2014 as a result of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s second Wine, Beer, Spirits and Cider Summit and was created to increase the profile, awareness and sales of New York state-produced wine, beer, spirits and hard cider. Funding is provided by Empire State Development in coordination with New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. “We are continuously looking for ways to support New York state’s booming craft beverage industry, and by bringing

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The Eastchester Community Action Program gave away more than 100 backpacks stuffed with school supplies from school districts’ lists of required materials on Aug. 31, preparing students in need for the upcoming school year. Photo/Corey Stockton The 2016 Arts & Beer Fest is back to offer visual art, music and craft beers made in New York state. One such event is the Harbor Island Beer Festival, returning for a third year. Contributed photo

together the creativity and innovation found in both the arts and craft beverage sectors, we are able to entice even more visitors to experience everything the Hudson Valley region has to offer,” said Empire State Development President, CEO & Commissioner Howard Zemsky. “I encourage both locals and visitors to support our local businesses and attend one of the events hosted by ArtsWestchester this year.” Among the lineup of unique events, the Harbor Island International Beer Festival will take place at Harbor Island Park in Mamaroneck on Sept. 24. During the event, guests will be able to experience an interactive paint event produced by ArtsWestchester while enjoying nearly 200 domestic and international renowned breweries from around the world, creative food servers and top chefs from Westchester County and New York City. The festival will also provide great music and wonderful views of the harbor and the magnificent Long Island Sound. For more information and tickets, visit harborislandbeerfestival.com. “The collaboration between the arts and craft beer industries has helped ArtsWestchester attract young professionals to Westchester arts events,” Langsam added. “Both the brewmasters and artists are brought together, adding creative and entertainment value to the consumers’ experience.” Half Time has been supplying craft beer and cider enthusiasts with an elaborate selection of beer and cider for more than a decade and employs some of the most knowledgeable beer

and cider experts in the state. Alan Daniels, the owner of the two Half Time stores in New York, featuring 5,000 beers and hundreds of ciders, believes that showcasing the art of the brew master at ArtsWestchester’s event is a perfect fit. “In addition to partnering on the events, Half Time is extremely excited to collaborate on a special commemorative growler with ArtsWestcester,” said Jason Daniels, chief operating officer for Half Time. “With the goals of promoting the relationship of art and craft beer, as well as a new partnership to develop an arts presence at Harbor Island International Beer Festival, growlers are an integral part of our business, and an important facet of providing the freshest beers to our consumers. We found it imperative to spice up our artwork on our growlers, and who better than ArtsWestchester to design our newest drinking vessels.” Jason Daniels added that the Harbor Island International Beer Festival is the largest of its kind on the East Coast, and it’s expecting 7,000 to 10,000 patrons this year. There will be more than 450 beers from more than 200 breweries from six different states offered, along with around 30 food venders from the New York metropolitan area and up and coming artists and a daylong DJ performing. Taking public transport, particularly the MetroNorth Railroad New Haven line to Mamaroneck, is encouraged to prevent drinking and driving. For more information on the other events featured at the Arts & Craft Beer Fest, visit artswestchester.org/the-arts-craft-beerfest. (Submitted)

all 30 children who participated received backpacks. Westchester County is holding a similar drive with Operation Backpack, a partnership between the county’s Department of Social Services and The Sharing Shelf of Family Services of Westchester, a nonprofit orga-

nization. It is collecting donations of backpacks and supplies at bins located throughout the county, as well as monetary donations. According to the county, a $25 donation will fill one backpack, and the county aims to fill at least 600. ECAP stressed that although

many of the 100 donated backpacks had already been taken, about 40 were left over as of press time, and Brown said he has access to more bags and supplies if there is additional demand. “Just show up,” Costa said. CONTACT: corey@hometwn.com

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FBI plans to relocate field office to Rye

After its lease agreement expires for its location in White Plains, the FBI plans to relocate its field office to Midland Avenue in Rye, pictured. Photo/Franco Fino

Following the expiration of its current lease agreement for its location in White Plains, the FBI will relocate its field office to a larger facility in the city of Rye. The agency is expected to relocate from 222 Bloomingdale Road in White Plains to a newer 30,000-square-foot facility at 600 Midland Ave. in Rye, according to an FBI spokeswoman, who wished to remain anonymous. The relocation, which is expected as early as December, will transpire out of need to “stand alone” and in the interest of improving security, according to the spokeswoman. The agency will be the only tenant in the Midland Avenue building. The new FBI field office, which sold for $6 million in

January 2015, according to New York Commercial Realty Group, will continue serving as a centerpiece for counter-terrorism in Westchester and Putnam counties. Aside from the agency’s plans to improve security, officials would not disclose any further information about the move to Rye. Rye City Manager Marcus Serrano, who didn’t have any knowledge as to why the FBI was relocating to Rye, said, “It’s beneficial in case we need to work with them for any reason.” He also noted that Michael Corcoran, the city of Rye police commissioner, is happy with the FBI’s plans to relocate. According to Serrano, the city

does not have any jurisdiction relating to the FBI’s purchase of the two-story Rye building, but “there would not be any major consequences” as to whether or not the FBI relocated to Midland Avenue. The building was once occupied by USAlliance Federal Credit Union, a full-service notfor-profit financial institution. The bureau currently has 18 field offices in the state, including three main offices in New York City, Buffalo and Albany, and five smaller resident agencies in the metropolitan area. Corcoran and Rye City Mayor Joe Sack, a Republican, could not be reached for comment, as of press time. -Reporting by Franco Fino

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Liberatore pulls Rye Town Park restaurant proposal

The Rye Town Park Commission is currently reviewing a proposal from John Ambrose, the present restaurant tenant and co-owner of Seaside Johnnies, following the withdrawal of Angelo Liberatore’s plan on Aug. 15. Photo/Andrew Dapolite

By FRANCO FINO Staff Writer One of two submitters to operate a restaurant at Rye Town Park has withdrawn their proposal to manage the park’s restaurant, snack and concession stands. Angelo Liberatore told the Rye Town Park Commission that he is foregoing his plan to revamp the park’s restaurant area after giving it some additional thought. The news was announced at the commission’s meeting on Aug. 16. According to Rye Town Supervisor Gary Zuckerman, a Democrat and member of the commission, Liberatore reached out to him prior to the latest Rye Town Park Commission meeting and decided to withdraw his proposal on Aug. 15. Following a request for proposals, RFP, that was sent out in late June, the commission received two proposals: one from Liberatore, an operating partner of the Fort Pond Bay Company—which operates Half Moon and Harvest on Hudson in Westchester County, as well as East by Northeast and The Stone Lion Inn in Montauk—and one proposal from Sam Chernin and John Ambrose of Seaside Johnnies, Rye Town Park’s current restaurant tenant. “I feel just as good now about keeping the restaurant as I did before the other party withdrew,” Ambrose said. The Rye Town Park Com-

mission—which consists of representatives from the city and town of Rye, and the villages of Port Chester, Rye Brook and the Rye Neck section of the village of Mamaroneck—is responsible for setting policy at the park, which has been around since the early 1900s, and governing its operations. The restaurant is located at 95 Dearborn Ave., off of Forest Avenue in the city of Rye, and is open seasonally from April until September each year. Seaside Johnnies’ lease agreement expires at the end of 2016. Zuckerman said that Liberatore cited issues with the proposal’s timeframe not being long enough to prepare for the 2017 season. The restaurateur said it would be difficult to align the management of the park’s restaurant with several other restaurants he co-owns, according to the Rye town supervisor. Despite the pulled proposal, however, the park commission is still mulling the review process. “I think that we need to have a better understanding of why one person pulled a proposal and why others didn’t follow through with their bid [before a decision is made],” said Rye City Councilwoman Julie Killian, a Republican and member of the commission. The park commission did not disclose any information about others submitting bids to operate the restaurant. The operators of Seaside Johnnies are proposing an ex-

pansion on their current restaurant theme, while adding a tropical twist. With proposed refurnishing for the beachfront snack bar and the entrance to the main restaurant, the proposal also includes updating equipment, extending the bar and adding an indoor fireplace. The proposal estimates the construction to cost about $1 million. During the park commission meeting, members suggested the restaurant remain open yearround or to have its timeline extended further into the fall. But according to Ambrose, the Seaside Johnnies operators will not entertain measures to extend the restaurant’s timeline if their proposal is accepted by the commission. “Business just dries up after Labor Day,” he said. “In theory it’s a great idea, but knowing how things drop off, it’s not a practical one.” Zuckerman said the commission has no intentions of forcing the restaurant’s operator to remain open any longer than what he feels is necessary for practical business. The commission, which will meet again on Sept. 20, will have until Oct. 7 to make a decision on whether or not to accept Ambrose’s proposal. “We look forward to finalizing a deal with the commission,” Ambrose said. According to Zuckerman, the commission has the jurisdiction to reopen the RFP if it does not reach a decision with Ambrose. CONTACT: franco@hometwn.com

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Halle Berry and the war on moms RHYMES WITH CRAZY Lenore Skenazy

The trailer for Halle Berry’s new movie shows beautiful Berry and her boy playing “Marco Polo” at a busy playground on a sun-dappled day. “Marco!” says Berry. “Polo!” chirps the boy, who looks to be about 5. “Marco!” calls Berry. “Polo!” comes the reassuring reply. “Marco!” I think you can guess what comes (or rather, doesn’t come) next. The movie’s title is “Kidnap.” The plot is based on our culture’s favorite parenting tale: The Mom Who Looked Away and Lost Her Kid. We have absorbed it so deeply that we shame any mom who isn’t watching her kids 24/7. Maybe you’ve seen the viral Facebook video where a guy screams at a mom who is buying a phone at the phone store and can see her kid in the car the whole five minutes she’s running her errand? Or maybe you heard about the mom who was arrested last week for letting her kids, ages 8 and 9, wait in the condo under an hour while she went to pick up dinner? A new study out of the University of California at Irvine may have figured out why we are reacting as if those short waits are crazy dangerous. Researchers Ashley J. Thomas, P. Kyle Stanford and Barbara W. Sarnecka discovered that when it comes to child safety, our risk assessment is determined not by a rational analysis of the facts, but by our judgment of the parent—particularly the mom. And in a society that has be-

come convinced, mostly from a surfeit of “Law & Order,” that children must be under constant adult supervision, we think any mom who doesn’t do that has put her kids in danger. What kind of mom endangers her kids? An immoral one. So it’s a feedback loop: Unsupervised kids have immoral moms, immoral moms endanger their kids. But here’s what the researchers found out: The more immoral we think the mom is, the more danger we see in her actions. In the study, participants were given a series of vignettes in which kids were left unsupervised. In each of these vignettes, the kids’ age, location and amount of time they were left alone were the same. The only thing that differed was the reason the mom left. In one scenario, for instance, the mom was dropping a book off at the library when she was hit by a car, knocked unconscious and no one realized the child was still in the car until 30 minutes later. In other scenarios, the mom left the child for 30 minutes to do some work, volunteer, or simply relax. And in another, she left for 30 minutes to meet with her lover. How much danger was the child in, on a scale of 1 to 10? “When the mother unintentionally left the child alone, people rated those scenarios safer than when she intentionally left the child alone,” Thomas told me in a phone interview. So when the child was unsupervised due to circumstances beyond the mom’s control, the kid was judged safer than when the

mom deliberately went to work, volunteer, relax or—the highest danger perception of all—have an affair. In other words: If we think the mom is bad, we think her kids are in more danger than if she’s good, like the mom who was hit by a car but otherwise did not intend to leave her child’s side. And here’s where it gets really nasty: When the researchers substituted dads for moms in their scenarios, the dads’ workrelated absences were treated the same as their unintentional absences. Their kids were perceived at the lowest level of danger. But when women left their kids to do some work, the perceived danger increased. Unconsciously, we seem to consider moms as selfishly, immorally choosing to endanger their kids by going to work. The researchers caution that their dad-scenario sample was small. But they also point out that the only model of childrearing that the public seems to deem decent is an old-fashioned one that only the wealthiest families can afford today: A stay-athome mom or someone hired to fill that role, constantly supervising the kids. Now the researchers’ hope and mine is that once we start to recognize the difference between real danger and our unconscious condemnation of moms who don’t live up to some 1950s mom ideal, we will stop arresting the ones who give their kids some unsupervised time, either out of necessity or FreeRange choice. CONTACT: lskenazy@yahoo.com

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Astorino announces free Senior Law Day Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino recently announced that the 17th annual Senior Law Day will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the County Center in White Plains. The free event will feature 20 workshops on elder law topics, plus free 15-minute, one-on-one consultations with some of the county’s leading legal, financial and geriatric care experts. Parking is also free. “Successful aging is a lifelong process that requires thoughtful planning,” Astorino said. “It’s never too early to get yourself on the right path, and even if you’ve delayed putting together a plan, then now’s the time to start. Senior Law Day offers direct access to the professionals, free of charge. I encourage all residents to join us at the County Center, and I appreciate the private sector’s increased support over the past year.” Registration for Senior Law Day is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Visit westchestergov.com/seniors or call 8136300 to sign up. Seniors can register for the one-on-one consultations on the day of the event. Senior Law Day will provide a wealth of useful information and resources, including: • Workshops covering everything from estate and financial planning to health care and affordable housing, taxes, wills, trusts and much more, including two workshops in Spanish. • A free copy of “MAP: My Aging Plan,” a booklet that details what individuals and families can do from their 20s through their 80s and beyond to age successfully. • A review of long-term care policies (participants should bring a copy of their policy to the event).

• Updated copies (upon request) of the “Elder Law Q&A: An Introduction to Aging Issues and Planning for the Future,” in both English and Spanish. Questions or comments can be emailed to seniorlawdayinfo@ gmail.com or tweeted to @seniorlawday. Senior Law Day builds upon the county’s award-winning Livable Communities initiative, which aims to empower Westchester’s older adults to remain in their homes as they age with dignity, independence and civic involvement. This past spring, Senior Law Day expanded and launched a new event in Yorktown, where hundreds of Northern Westchester residents participated in free workshops and consultations. Additional evening programs are offered in partnership with the Westchester County Library System throughout the year. “An estimated 7,000 seniors, family members and caregivers have benefitted from this program since Senior Law Day began in 1999,” said Mae Carpenter, commissioner of the county’s Department of Senior Programs and Services, DSPS. “I get many questions from seniors and families, like ‘When do I get started with estate planning?’ and ‘Should I continue to pay premiums for long-term care insurance?’ Senior Law Day is a great resource where seniors and their families can begin and continue planning their journey into aging.” Senior Law Day is presented by DSPS, the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services, and the Ninth Judicial District of the New York State Office of Court Administration. Steven A. Schurkman, a partner with Keane & Beane in

White Plains, is chair of the annual Senior Law Day program and author of “Elder Law Q&A.” His associate, Sarah A. Steckler, is program manager. Please visit seniorlawday. info for a wealth of useful information. The resources mentioned above are also available at seniorcitizens.westchestergov. com/senior-programs-and-services/publications. Sponsors of this year’s Senior Law Day are: Amoruso & Amoruso LLP; Bernie Leiner; Long Term Care Insurance; Bleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP; Covey, Roberts & CarmodyRoberts LLC; Cuddy & Feder LLP; Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates P.C.; Enea, Scanlan and Sirignano LLP; Ferncliff Cemetery Association; Glassman & Brown LLP; Hyman & Gilbert; Interim HealthCare of Greater NY; Keane & Beane P.C.; Lamson & Cutner P.C.; Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Ashe PLLC; Law Office of Valorie Joy Promisel; Life House Pooled Trust Services; Littman Krooks LLP; Lob Planning Group; Robert Leitner CFP; RIA, Financial Advisory Network; Rosenthal & Markowitz LLP; Salvatore M. Di Costanzo, Esq.; Shamberg Marwell Hollis Andreycak & Laidlaw P.C.; The Bristal Assisted Living; The Center for Special Needs Trust Administration Inc.; The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Center for Elder Abuse Prevention at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale; The New Jewish Home Sarah Neuman; The Osborn & Osborn Home Care; The Woodlawn Cemetery; Wartburg; Westchester Elder Care Consultants LLC; and Westchester Library System. For sponsorship information, please call Martha Marzano at 813-6435 or visit seniorlawday. info/sponsors. (Submitted)

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The uncertainty of September LIVE MIKE Mike Smith

Most sports fans hope against hope that one day, their teams will be good. But sometimes, at least in my mind, “good” doesn’t always equal “fun.” Let’s face it; neither the Mets nor Yankees are particularly good teams at the moment, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t entertaining as heck to watch. In fact, I find that their shortcomings—and their upsides—are poised to make this one of the more intriguing months of local baseball in recent memory. As the calendar turns to September, the Bombers and the Amazin’s find themselves in similar positions. Both New York teams are just a few games out of the final wild card, have been playing solid baseball down the stretch, and if they can string together a few more weeks’ worth of series wins, could potentially

find themselves in a position to control their own playoff destiny. But neither team’s season has unfolded quite the way the respective organizations had envisioned prior to the start of the year. The Mets, of course, were coming off of a run to the World Series, armed with one of the most promising pitching staffs that baseball had seen in recent years, a budding outfield star in Michael Conforto, and the potential to get a full year out of captain David Wright, who is finally getting the chance to play for a winner for the first time in about 10 years. Of course, it being the Mets and all, injuries derailed the seasons of Matt Harvey and Steven Matz; spinal stenosis limited Wright to just 37 games; and Conforto has looked lost at the plate and ended up spending a good portion of the season playing for the Mets’ AAA affiliate in Las Vegas. So how have the Mets managed to keep afloat? Mostly be-

cause of the contributions of Yoenis Cespedes, who has also spent his share of time on the DL this season; Jose Reyes, who returned for his second go-around with the club after being released by the Colorado Rockies; and the ageless Bartolo Colon, who, with his 12-7 record, made the All-Star team again, 18 years after his first selection. Is this team close to as talented as it was a year ago? Not a chance; but watching this scrappy team compete day in and day out has certainly made for some compelling television in August. And when was the last time that the team from the Bronx had this type of energy around it? I’m not simply talking about success on the field. The Yankees, despite their success over the past 20 years—or perhaps because of it—have been historically boring for the last several ones. It has been an organization that has been content to trot out overpaid veterans year after

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year, competing for—and winning—a division title or World Series from time to time. But for the first time since 1995, there’s a sense that the organization is in flux, but in a good way. A new crop of young players are becoming the face of the organization. Players like Aaron Judge, who still can’t really hit the offspeed stuff, but

has demonstrated the ability to launch mammoth home runs; Didi Gregorious, who is having a breakout season at age 26; and Gary Sanchez, who is hitting .383 with 11 homers in just 24 games, are forming a new nucleus that could be the start of a new dynasty. Will the Baby Bombers wilt under the pressure of a play-

off race? Can the Mets make the postseason with unknowns like Robert Gsellman taking the mound every five days? I honestly don’t know. And that uncertainty is what is going to make September so darn exciting.

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Broncos aim to rebound in 2016 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor After an unprecedented stretch that saw Bronxville’s soccer team reach six straight Class B section finals, 2015 could be considered something of a disappointment for the Broncos. Despite a stellar regular season campaign, Bronxville was edged out by eventual section champ Albertus Magnus in the sectional

semifinals and missed a championship game appearance for the first time since 2008. But with a strong returning core and a heap of talented younger players eager to make their mark, Bronxville looks poised to make a run to the title game once again in 2016. According to head coach Don Cupertino, Bronxville’s returning players have not forgotten last year’s 1-0 loss to the Fal-

cons, and have used it as motivation early in the preseason. “We outplayed the other team, we lost, and that happens in soccer, that’s OK,” Cupertino said. “But I definitely think that’s in the back of their minds this season, it leaves a bad taste in the back of your mouth because of that game.” The Broncos will have plenty of players who remember last year’s game on the roster this

A Bronxville keeper makes a save during a preseason practice. Photos/Mike Smith

year, as they return six starters from the 2015 squad, but Cupertino plans to carry 25 players total, making this team among the largest he’s ever coached. Cupertino said that a few of the younger girls who made the varsity team as eighth-graders may even get a chance to start. “I brought up a couple of young kids, I wanted them in my system so they’re here and learning for the next couple of years,” he said. “We’re going to get them time, all of them are going to play, and we’re going to see what happens.” Cupertino hopes that the team’s younger players will benefit from playing alongside the squad’s veterans, including center back Natalie Kister and midfielders Rachael Peacock and Mason Warble. “Those three are really the backbone of the team,” Cupertino said. “With Rachael and Mason in the middle and Natalie in the back, we’re very solid.” The Broncos will be charged with finding someone to approximate senior Beth Finley’s offensive production, however, as the star attacker will miss the season due to an ACL injury she sustained in last spring’s lacrosse playoffs. “You can’t replace Beth,” Cupertino said. “But this year, we are hoping that it will be [Peacock] and one of the younger girls, Alex Doukas, who is just an athlete.” Although Finley will be sidelined, she will remain with the team and lend her insight to players and coaches alike. “It’s a great motivation for the team,” Cupertino said. “She’s involved in our coaching decisions, and we’re going to utilize her during the season because she sees things from a player’s perspective.” The Broncos open up the season on Sept. 7 against Blind Brook, and although Cupertino is encouraged by the early practices, he is hoping to see the team begin to become more cohesive. “We need to gel, because right now, the girls don’t all know each other, they don’t know each others’ tendencies yet,” he said. “Our communication level has to get better, our transition needs to get better, and that’s just something that we’re going to have to do.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

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Rachael Peacock brings the ball upfield during an Aug. 30 practice. Peacock will be one of several key veterans on this year’s Bronxville team.

Natalie Kister clears the ball. Kister’s presence in the backfield will help solidify the Broncos’ defense this year.

Two Broncos battle for control of the ball on Aug. 30.

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