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Five young people killed in crash on Hutch

Five persons were killed Sunday morning when the vehicle they were traveling in veered off the Hutchinson River Parkway in Scarsdale, struck a tree and caught fire.

The deceased – four males and a female – range in age from 17 years old to 8 years old. The vehicle was apparently being driven by a 16-year-old boy.

A sixth person in the vehicle, a 9-year-old boy, was the only survivor. He was apparently riding in the rear hatchback/cargo area and escaped out the rear. The 9-year-old was taken by ambulance to Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla with non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash occurred about 12:20 a.m. when a Nissan Rogue went off the parkway north of the Mamaroneck Road exit. No other vehicles were involved.

The full circumstances of the

crash remain under investigation by the Westchester County Police Accident Investigation Team and detectives from the General Investigations Unit.

The deceased are from the state of Connecticut: Malik Smith, 16; Anthony Billips Jr., 17; Zahnyiah Cross, 12; Shawnell Cross, 11; and Andrew Billips, 8.

In an effort to promote transparency and accountability among County elected officials, the Westchester County Board of Legislators voted 15-0 to approve the “Truthful Disclosure for Candidates” bill (2023-86) tonight. The inspiration for this legislation was born from the controversy surrounding Long Island Congressman George Santos, who is under ethical review after revealing he misrepresented his educational and professional background.

The act would require candidates for County Legislator and County Executive to complete a Candidate Disclosure Form that provides biographical information, including the candidate’s educational, military, and employment histories. The Candidate Disclosure Form will also require the candidate to certify that the information contained in the form is true and correct to the best of their knowledge.

Some of the information subject to the disclosure includes:

• The full legal name of the candidate and/or appointee,

• The names of all post-secondary educational institutions,

• The names and addresses of all full-time employment from ten years before candidacy,

• Dates of employment and titles held, and

• Military service, along with highest rank held and type of discharge.

“People want to know that the individuals they have elected to represent them are honest and

transparent about their qualifications and experience,” said Chairwoman Catherine Borgia (D-Cortlandt, Croton on Hudson, Ossining, Briarcliff Manor, Peekskill). “I believe that this will help strengthen our democracy and ensure that elected leaders are truly serving the public interest.”

County Executive George Latimer said, “Transparency is key to ensuring accountability and building trust between the government and the public. The passage of the “Truthful Disclosure for Candidates” bill is a significant step forward in promoting transparency and integrity in Westchester County. We wanted to do something constructive, we want to begin the competitive process of campaigns knowing what are the honest baselines for each individual and that is what we have done. I am proud to have worked with the Board on this Measure and I plan to sign the bill into law immediately.”

This commitment to honesty and transparency is essential for building trust with the public and helps ensure that elected officials are equipped to perform their duties effectively. In addition, providing accurate information about their qualifications and experience will ensure that they have the skills and knowledge to address the complex community issues they face.

The law will go into effect once signed by the County Executive.

Eastchester’s Michelle Tiso looks downfield for a receiver during a varsity flag football practice on March 16. This spring, several Section 1 schools have started flag football programs after last year’s pilot program turned out to be a success. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike Smith

Five kids were killed on the morning March 19, when the vehicle they were traveling in veered off the Hutchinson River Parkway in Scarsdale, struck a tree and caught fire.

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Board of Legislators observes Women’s History Month

On Monday evening, the Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated Women’s History Month paying tribute to Marcela Briones-Levin of Ossining, and Dr. Pauline Mosley of White Plains.

Chairwoman Catherine Borgia (D–Briarcliff Manor, Cortlandt, Croton, Ossining, Peekskill) convened the celebration by sharing, “This year’s theme is ‘Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories;’ a theme that honors women in every community who have devoted their lives and talents to reflecting the human condition since time began. From the earliest storytellers, our experiences have been chronicled by artists, grandmothers and teachers.”

“Tonight, we have the pleasure of honoring two extraordinary educators, whose work aligns so perfectly with this year’s theme – our Ossining School Social Worker, Marcela Briones-Levin, and Pace University Professor Dr. Pauline Mosley.”

“In considering who I wanted to honor for Women’s History Month from my community, Marcela came right to mind. Since coming here 28 years ago to escape the oppressive Pinochet regime in her native Chile, she has not stopped working on behalf of poor and undocumented immigrants in pursuit of basic rights. Through her work as a Parent Coordinator and school social worker, she has been a tireless advocate for children’s education, and a voice for immigrant parents to help navigate the school system. She has also been involved with Envisioning Westchester in their struggle to bring change and social justice to our County.”

Briones-Levin thanked Borgia for the honor, saying, “I want to acknowledge the many other women who work as servant leaders throughout the world ... I have seen the difficulties and struggles that the immigrant community and people in poverty have to endure while looking for better opportunities amidst life in a democratic and wealthy country. Education opened opportunities for me. Because I had a college degree and residency, I was able to continue my education and become a Social Worker and therapist. Today, I am the voice of the silent immigrant parent who

has not yet acquired the language, nor the confidence, to feel welcome or supported in a foreign land. I see my own parents in every humble and shy parent who comes looking for support or the tools to navigate the educational system, in order to support their children.”

The Board has declared March 25, 2023 “Marcela Briones-Levin Day” in the County of Westchester.

Leg. Jewel Williams Johnson (D – Elmsford, Greenburgh, Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown White Plains) presented a proclamation to tech guru, Information Technology Professor, and mentor Dr. Pauline Mosley saying, “Today we proudly honor a leader who has picked up the mantle and is moving things forward. Professor Pauline Mosley is a reflection of the fact that the world has made enormous progress.”

“Her mission is making technology concepts accessible and comprehensible for all students regardless of their learning style... and I think that says it all! Dr. Mosley holds dual B.S. degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science, an M.S, in Information Systems and a Doctorate in Computing. She is a full professor at Pace University where she has taught for 23 years.”

“I am both proud and reassured to know she continues to ensure girls in Westchester who have limited resources have the same opportunities as boys to succeed and outperform in STEM. We are more than glad to know Professor Mosley is improving the situation for all of our daughters -- and all of our sons -- for future generations!”

Professor Mosley responded with gratitude, saying, “There is nothing more gratifying to me than helping students overcome obstacles and achieve success. The educational, social, and emotional challenges presented by COVID, for example, cannot be overestimated ... Being a professor is so much more to me than just teaching a subject – it’s a nurturing process.”

“Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing fields and yet only 14% of this workforce is female. My main research interest is exploring why this gender imbalance exists and then figuring out strategies to change that narrative.”

To be recognized for Women’s History Month really is so meaningful to me. I cannot think of a higher purpose than lifting up girls and young women to become the STEM leaders of tomorrow!”

The Board has declared March 26, 2023 “Dr. Pauline Helen Mosley Day” in the County of Westchester. Read a program for Monday night’s event at: https:// www.westchesterlegislators.com/images/Newsroom/2023/2023-whm-program.pdf

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From left, Legislator Colin Smith, Legislator Margaret Cunzio, honoree Marcela Briones-Levin, Chair Catherine Borgia, Legislator Jewel Williams, Legislator Terry Clements, Legislator Vedat Gashi and friends.

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Larchmont, Mamaroneck leaders share update on key priorities

By John Bradley

Sewer upgrades, master plans, street paving, and improved recreation areas were among the projects listed by Jane Elkind Eney, Mamaroneck Town Supervisor, Tom Murphy, Mayor of the Village of Mamaroneck, and Sarah Bauer, Mayor of the Village of Larchmont when they addressed the March 14th meeting of the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Local Summit.

Town of Mamaroneck

A Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Mamaroneck topped Supervisor Eney’s list of current projects. Aided by professionals from the Pace University Land Use Center, the Town is reviewing all aspects of municipal life and has been conducting numerous listening sessions with residents as it develops the Plan. Eney stressed the importance of the Plan, which she described as “a blueprint that sets forth a vision for the future of the town and informs the actions taken by the Town Board.” Eney anticipates that the first draft of the Plan will be available next month.

Using grant money, the Town has completed a major sanitary sewer project and, with a separate $300,000 grant from Westchester County thanks to County Executive George Latimer and County Legislator Catherine Parker, the Town is conducting a comprehensive study of its storm water system. On the recreation front, the Town will be making improvements to Memorial Park; working with Fields for Kids to improve the Hommocks Field; and using State funds secured by Representative Steve Otis and Senator Shelly Mayer, to study improvements to the Hommocks pool area.

In response to the governor’s urgent plea, the Town is studying how to expand the local supply of affordable housing. Eney was also pleased to note that the Town boasts a Triple-A bond rating, was recently re-certified as a “Climate Smart” community, and has a new

website.

Village of Mamaroneck

Mamaroneck Mayor Tom Murphy reported that his Village is currently updating its existing Master Plan to accommodate changes in the Village and to support ideas for future growth and development. He expects completion by this June. Ever since Hurricane Ida, storm water and flooding have been major concerns. With the help of Senator Charles Schumer, the political force behind the Ida Recovery Act, and the cooperation of the Army Corps of Engineers, the Village of Mamaroneck is pursuing a comprehensive program of improvements to their storm water system. These efforts include dredging, clearing debris around bridges, and installing pumps at the most vulnerable locations. In conjunction with this, the Village is upgrading its sanitary sewer system, with financing, in part, from higher fees for water treatment.

Murphy described how the Village is working hard to be responsive to the needs of its highly diverse community and to make the immigrant community feel welcome. They maintain a close relationship with the Community Resource Center and are striving to put out more bilingual communications. At the Police Department, every shift includes o cers fluent in Spanish and the

Village Manager and his assistant speak Spanish.

Murphy suggests that one way to respond to the acute need for affordable housing is to change the zoning. One example is the proposal to rezone the double decker parking lot across from the library to allow for a multi-unit building of all affordable housing.

Village of Larchmont

Four months into her job, Larchmont Mayor Sarah Bauer reports that one of her biggest challenges has been to develop a Village budget that is under the 2% tax cap in an economy with an 11% inflation rate.

As with the Town and the Village of Mamaroneck, the Village of Larchmont has undertaken major infrastructure projects with the assistance of grants, including a $1.6 million sewer upgrade, repair of the storm water system, a flood mitigation modeling project in the Pinebrook neighborhood and an ambitious program of road paving and repair. Projects to improve Village recreation areas include a renovation of Flint Park, in conjunction with the Flint Park Conservancy, featuring new basketball courts, along with a renovation and upgrade of the Tennis House, currently underway.

A survey of a ordable housing is included in its study of Larchmont’s

downtown. Bauer is concerned that the state’s call for more a ordable housing does not include any money for the extra costs to a community that accompany this development. Other initiatives underway include simplifying the Village’s land use application process and continuing its environmental leadership with the installation of three new electrical charging stations thanks to a NYS Zero Emission Vehicle Grant and the replacement of gas powered vehicles with hybrid and electric cars in the Village fleet.

In Conclusion

All three municipal leaders cited many more initiatives underway in their municipalities. For more complete information, the program may be viewed at this LMC Media YouTube link: https://youtu.be/ ZWxYTSBYVWM.

The Larchmont/Mamaroneck Local Summit is an informal community council that seeks to make a better life for the community by keeping it informed of major issues of concern. Join us for the next meeting which will be Tuesday, April 11 at 8 a.m. when we hear from Mamaroneck Superintendents of Schools, Dr. Robert Shaps and the Rye Neck Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Eric Lutinski. Visit us online: www.localsummitlm. org and https://lmcmedia.org/.

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Village of Larchmont Mayor Sarah Bauer, town Supervisor Jaine Eney and Village of Mamaroneck Mayor Tom Murphy provided updates on key priorities/initiatives in their municipalities.

Panel Set for Westchester’s Go Red for Women Celebration

On March 30, 5 p.m. at the Surf Club on the Sound more than 200 people will be decked out from head to toe in red for the Westchester Go Red for Women Celebration to raise awareness and help fund the fight against heart disease and stroke, which claim the lives of more women than all forms of cancer combined.

This year’s event will feature an engaging “Getting to the Heart of It” panel comprised of local experts that understand the struggles women face to juggle family, work and selfcare all while trying to prioritize health. The chat will be a unique opportunity for attendees to hear thought-provoking, education and inspiring conversation amongst four women who are not only experts in their respective fields, but are mothers, daughters, sisters, wives and friends.

The panelists include Samantha Lowe, MD, White Plains Hospital; Judith M. Watson,

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This year’s Go Red for Women movement and its local achievements will be celebrated on Thursday, March 30 at the Surf Club on the Sound. Go Red for Women is nationally sponsored by CVS Health and is locally sponsored by Live Fierce Take Action sponsor White Plains Hospital; and Live Fierce Go Red sponsor Northwell Health.

For more information about Go Red for Women visit WestchesterGoRed.heart.org or contact Amanda Palumbo at amanda.palumbo@heart.org.

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Mamaroneck library celebrates centennial with planting

On Earth Day, Saturday, April 22 at 11 a.m., in continued celebration of 100 years of service to the community, Mamaroneck Public Library will plant a White Oak tree in Harbor Island Park. The tree is being graciously donated by the Village of Mamaroneck (VoM) Tree Committee in coordination with VoM Parks & Recreation. The Village of Mamaroneck’s Poet Laureate Michael Collins and poet Elizabeth O’Rourke - both of the VoM Arts Council - will perform a poetry reading. VoM Committee for the Environment, Pollinator Pathway, Cornell University Cooperative Extension and the

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“This year’s Earth Day theme is ‘Invest in Our Planet’,” said Library Director Jennifer O’Neill. “What better way to simultaneously invest in our planet and celebrate our centennial than to plant a beautiful oak tree that could stand 300 years?”

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NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 1/31/2023 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Salvador Jr., Caisip RN. 35 S Hillside Ave, Elmsford NY 10523 Notice of Formation of SJC SNF Consulting LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity.

Notice of Formation of SMM Cleaning, LLC filed with SSNY on (2/28/23). Office: (Westchester County). SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to LLC: (383 Warburton Avenue #3E Yonkers, N.Y. 10701). Purpose: any lawful act or activity.

NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 02/13/2023 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Alison Cohen, 491 South Barry Avenue, Mamaroneck, New York 10543. Notice of Formation of Transforme LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity.

Notice of Formation of TRUCE by SH, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on December 28, 2022. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 416 Seneca Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY 10553. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.

Notice of Formation of Unbiased Label, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 2/1/23. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 55 Clinton Place, #201, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Purpose: Any Lawful Acts

NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 10/24/2022. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 784 Colonial Ave Pelham, NY 10803. Notice of Formation of Vanderbrook Real Estate LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity.

NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 09/08/2022. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 192 Benefield Blvd Peekskill NY 10566. Notice of Formation of The Vega Team LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; Name of LLC:

BDB POLYMER HOLDINGS, LLC; Date of filing: 3/9/2023; Office of the LLC: Westchester Co.; The NY Secretary of State has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. NYSS may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 25 Fieldstone Drive, Apt. 211, Hartsdale, New York 10530; Purpose of LLC: Any lawful purpose.

NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/26/2023 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Dara Astmann 127 E. Garden Road Larchmont, NY 10538. Notice of Formation of Dara Astmann Coaching LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity.

Notice of Formation of THE RADIANCE CREATIVE COLLECTIVE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with SSNY on 03/13/23. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Robyn Robinson, 945 Yonkers Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.

NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 08/17/2022 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY Shall mail process to:5951 PARSONS BLVD, FLUSHING, NY: 11365. Notice of Formation of HC III LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity.

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Preseason for us all

it’s an important time for me too.

If you listen to any athletic coach, from youth sports to the pros, they will tell you that— when it comes to preparation and training—competitors reap exactly what they sow. More often than not, it is those who strive to improve their games in the offseason who are the ones who see the rewards once the games start to count.

Over the last two weeks, schools across Section 1 have kicked off the spring seasons, as baseball, softball, lacrosse— and now flag football teams— have braved the unpredictable March weather to get out on the ballfields and prepare themselves for their upcoming campaigns. But they’re not the only ones who have been honing their skills during the preseason;

As a photographer, I need just as much “spring training”— so to speak—as the next guy. Understandably, that might seem weird at first blush. After all, I’m not playing a sport, I’m merely asked to point my camera in the general direction of the action on the field and click away.

But at the start of any season, I can’t help but feel like I need to get my reps in.

This is pretty much a universal feeling across every seasonal change; it takes time to re-familiarize myself with the rhythms of each game, the nuances of the action. It takes a few outings to remember what lenses and settings work best for different situations and the different shots I’m going for.

But there’s never as stark a difference as the one between the winter season and the spring. I’ve spent the last few

months of my life cooped up in gymnasiums and ice rinks, becoming attuned to the ebbs and flows of basketball and hockey. But now, everything changes; instead of dealing with lowlight situations, these afternoon games call for keeping a constant eye on the ever-changing lighting conditions.

Longer lenses, quicker sports and larger fields create their own new set of circumstances that require at least some deliberation on my part as well. The transition won’t take long, as I’ve been shooting long enough to have my instincts to fall back on, but to say there’s not a need to work at my craft—especially in these few weeks—would be disingenuous.

So I’ll take these next few days before the games start to hit as many scrimmages and practices as I can, re-learning the ropes—and the angles—as I hopefully continue to improve

So if my photos aren’t up to snuff for a week or

so, I beg you, go easy on me.

I’m still working myself into game shape.

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Eastchester’s Owen Blume beats the Clarkstown North goaltender during a preseason scrimmage on March 21. While area student-athletes are working hard to prepare for the spring season, so is Sports Editor Mike Smith. capturing the action on the field.

Area schools embracing flag football

By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor

Last week, as athletic teams around New York State officially began kicked off the spring season, a group of Eastchester High School students were making history. This year, for the first time ever, Eastchester will field a girls flag football team, putting them in exclusive company alongside other school districts forging a new path for girls’ sports.

Girls flag football made its debut in New York State last spring as part of a pilot program that was funded through a partnership between the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) and the National Football League. The sport’s inaugural campaign saw a total of 41 schools across the state— nine within Section 1—launch programs. That number has only grown, as Eastchester will join 16 other Section 1 varsity squads, including several Westchester teams like Scarsdale, Byram Hills and Yonkers on the field this year.

Senior Sofia Kolndreu, one of the students who was instrumental in getting the program off the ground, said finally being on the field with her teammates has been thrilling so far, something Eastchester student-athletes have been looking forward to since the sport was officially approved for competition

during a Jan. 10 Board of Education Meeting.

“There was a lot of anticipation, a lot of work went on behind the scenes to make this possible,” said Kolndreu.

“We’ve been having open turfs, we’ve been getting ready for this and it’s amazing to actually be doing this.”

Vito DeBellis—who was tapped to coach the team this spring—raved about the enthusiasm and willingness to learn that the girls have shown thus far. Although

launching a new program can often be a dicey proposition, especially concerning turnout, the flag football team has had no problems attracting interest thus far, with over 25 players turning out for the spring season.

“It’s really been amazing, you can just sense the energy that these girls have,” said DeBellis. “Obviously, there’s a lot of teaching that goes into it, because most of these girls have never played the game before, but it seems

like they’re already picking up on things,”

Kayla Comizio, a junior, noted that while the learning curve has been steep over the first few days of practice, she can see the commitment of her teammates on full display as they work together to tackle this new challenge.

“Right before we came out, we were going over plays and how we were going to run stuff in the classroom,” said Comizio. “But I have honestly been kind of sur-

prised with how everyone was able to pick it up so quickly because this is a new sport for most of us.”

The girls will play their first official varsity flag football contest on Tuesday, March 28, when they travel to Poughkeepsie to take on the Pioneers. As his charges prepare for that historic game, DeBellis hopes that they will take a moment to reflect on their unique opportunity and everyone who has made this season possible.

“These girls know that this town, this community and this school district are all in for them and they’re really appreciative of what’s going on,” said DeBellis. “I want to see them compete, I want them to feel good about what they’re doing, and I want them to know that mistakes are going to happen and it’s my job as a coach to help them learn.”

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Eastchester varsity flag football coach Vito DeBellis works with a player during a practice last week. DeBellis acknowledge the challenges involved with starting a new program, but said that his players have been up to the challenge.

Deanna Biancardi receives a handoff on March 16. A basketball standout for the Eagles, Biancardi will be part of the inaugural varsity flag football team this spring. Photos/Mike Smith

Eastchester’s Michelle Tiso launches a ball downfield during a varsity flag football practice on March 16. Tiso is one of several athletes eager for the chance to compete on the gridiron this spring.