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Latimer easily outpaces Jenkins in CE primary By JAMES PERO Staff Writer

Pitch Perfect! Eastchester’s Alex Rodriguez controls the ball during a game against Riverside on Sept. 8. Eastchester topped the Rams 7-0. For more, see page 15. Photo/Mike Smith

First day of school brings energy, excitement to Bronxville Bronxville School students were filled with energy and excitement as they entered their classrooms on the first day of school on Sept. 6. Equipped with new books and supplies, they were ready to seek out new academic opportunities, see their friends, compare schedules and meet new teachers, who greeted them with smiles. “It was great seeing all the excitement and smiling faces as our

students entered the building,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Roy Montesano said. “Our teachers and staff members were eager to greet the students and welcome them back from the summer break.” Kindergartners had an exciting day of firsts as they introduced themselves to their new teachers and developed friendships with their classmates. Throughout the building, students organized their

school supplies and took part in a variety of activities, including reading, writing and learning the rules of their new classrooms. Meanwhile, middle school students located their new classrooms and greeted their teachers, who guided them through their expectations for the year. Prior to attending their first class, ninthgrade students met with members of the Freshmen Transition Leaders team, who gave them tours

of the building, helped them find their classrooms and answered questions so they could make a smooth transition to high school. Montesano said the academic year was already off to a great start and he looks forward to meeting students and parents throughout the year. “We have a lot of exciting plans to further enhance and expand the Bronxville Promise,” he said. (Submitted)

Latimer will also likely be outspent by Astorino, who has approximately $3.2 million in campaign finances, according to filings with the state Board of Elections, as of press time. Meanwhile, Latimer has raised $354,000, according to recent filings. Despite the decisive edge in funding, Latimer has a history of beating opponents who outspend him, including a record-setting race, at the time, against Bob Cohen, a Republican candidate for state senator, in which more than $4.5 million was spent, primarily by Cohen. For Jenkins, of Yonkers, his political career may be over. By choosing to run for county executive, Jenkins relinquished an opportunity to run for re-election to his legislative seat representing the county’s 16th District; Jenkins has served in that capacity since winning a special election in 2007. Jenkins told the Review that even despite the loss, he will continue to be involved in his community through activism and is ready to throw his full support behind Latimer. “I’m disappointed with the results, but at the end of the day I’ll do whatever things I can do to make sure that [Latimer wins] in November,” he said. In an effort to secure Jenkins’ legislative seat, Democrat Christopher Johnson, a Yonkers City councilman, emerged in a narrow primary victory against Symra Brandon, the chairwoman of the Yonkers Democratic Committee. The county executive is elected to serve a four-year term with a $160,760 annual salary.

Westchester County’s marquis political race of the year has finally solidified its opponents after state Sen. George Latimer convincingly defeated county Legislator Ken Jenkins in a Democratic primary. According to preliminary county Board of Elections tallies, Latimer won the Sept. 12 county executive primary quite comfortably, reeling in 63 percent of the vote to Jenkins’ 37 percent. As of press time, the race logged a little more than 37,000 votes cast in total, while there are about 290,000 active Democratic voters countywide. For Latimer, of Rye, the win will act as another notch in his political belt—having won 18 consecutive elections to date—but will signify only a small step comparatively speaking to what he is gearing up for in his toughest challenge to date this fall. In the coming months, Latimer will look to unseat incumbent County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican, who has held the county’s highest elected office since 2010. “This will be the toughest,” Latimer admitted. “Every race, once you reach it, it will be the toughest…. But each one makes you stronger for the next race.” Astorino has already won re-election once, defeating New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson, a Democrat, in 2013. In addition, Astorino has also overcome a sizeable voter registration disadvantage in the county where Democrats outnumber Republicans by CONTACT: james@hometwn.com more than a 2-to-1 margin.

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What’s going on... Eastchester Public Library

as lawyers and other professionals, played a part in preparing them for the task of founding our nation. Presented by former history teacher, Walter Johanson.

Drop-in Origami

For more information on hours and programs, visit eastchesterlibrary.org.

Computer Coding in Scratch for Beginners Starting Monday, Sept. 18 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This is a series of four classes. Registration online is required and opens on Sept. 11, and is for the entire series of dates: Mondays, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 27, and Dec. 18. Join the library for a new series of STEAM programs. Learn the basics of how to code in Scratch, a fun but educational programming language to create simple games and animations. Please bring a laptop fully charged with you. For more information, contact Teresa Chang at 721-8105 or tchang@wlsmail.org.

Chat & Color Book Club On Monday, Sept. 18 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Discuss this month’s book, “The Glass Castle” by Jeannette Walls. Copies of the books will be available at the circulation desk. Pictures and colored pencils are provided. Light refreshments will be served. Online registration suggested. Open to adults. For more information, contact Amelia Buccarelli at abuccarelli@wlsmail.org.

Teen Room Decorating Night On Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The teen space is getting a makeover. Come by and help the library decorate for the fall. Materials will be provided, just bring your creativity. Online registration suggested. For more information, contact Amelia Buccarelli at abuccarelli@wlsmail.org.

Bronxville Public Library For more information on library hours and programs, visit bronxvillelibrary.org.

History lecture On Monday, Sept. 18 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. The framers of the United States Constitution, who completed their work on Sept. 17, 1787, poured the wisdom of the ages into their accomplishment. Discover how every part of their lives, from their religious upbringing, their classical education, and their training

On Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 1 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Drop by the Teen Room to make fun origami projects. Materials and instructions will be provided. This is a self-led program. From 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., tweens and teens can create as many origami pieces of their liking. Directions and materials will be available on the Teen Room table.

Dawny Dew Concert On Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 1:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. A fun singalong filled with music & puppets. All ages welcome.

Fall wreath craft On Friday, Sept. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Get crafty and design a festive wreath, perfect for the autumn season. All materials will be provided. Registration required. Call 337-7680 ext. 24 or email bronxvillelibrary@gmail.com.

Tuckahoe Public Library For more information on library hours and programs, visit tuckahoe.com/library.

Reiki program On Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. Back by popular demand, join Reiki practitioner and librarian Linda Ahern for an insightful and relaxing experience. Learn about the bioenergy fields and the soothing power of Reiki. A short chair Reiki session will be offered. Register by calling the library at 961-2121.

Hudson River Museum constellation workshop On Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 4 p.m. For ages 7 to 13. Dream up your own constellation, name it, and create it with collage and mixed media. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn about constellations, write their own constellation story, and then physically create one with art materials. Register by calling the library at 961-2121.

Local news Local discounts with library card The Eastchester and Tuckahoe public libraries invite you to support small local businesses. Your library card will get you a discount at some area

businesses: Hamilton Cleaners, Kawer’s Tuckahoe Paint and Glass, Mill Road Wines & Liquors, Pinot’s Palette, Robert’s Flowers, and Wild Orchid of Westchester. All you need to do to receive your discount is show your library card at the time of purchase. Don’t forget to take a picture and post on social media using #mylibraryshopslocal. For more information, visit eastchester.org.

Eastchester Town Yard Sale On Sunday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Eastchester Public Library, 11 Oakridge Place. Looking for a special treasure or a fun way to spend the day? Come shop and snack at Eastchester’s Town Yard Sale. There will be yard and tag sale items, new and used collectibles, beautiful mums and pansies for your garden, crafts, food vendors, and more. If you’d like to be a vendor or get a table, email townyardsale@yahoo.com. Proceeds to benefit the Eastchester Beautification Foundation.

Eastchester 5K Save the date: Sunday, Sept. 24 at 9 a.m. at Eastchester Town Hall. Runners and walkers of all experience welcome. To register, visit runsignup.com/ Race/NY/Eastchester/Eastchester5k. To volunteer, visit eastchester5k.org/volunteer. All proceeds will go to benefit the Eastchester Historical Society Restoration Fund and the Tuckahoe/Eastchester Girl Scout Cabin Fund. Visit eastchester5k.org for more information and a copy of the race route.

NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital The NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital is located at 55 Palmer Road in Bronxville. For more information, visit nyp.org.

Coping skills workshop series for cancer Beginning Monday, Sept. 18 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Cancer Center Conference Room. This is a coping skills workshop for adult men and women with cancer that will address the emotional experience of living with cancer and ways to effectively manage intense feelings, enhance communication, and learn coping techniques to decrease anxiety. Specific skills will be introduced including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. The workshops will be led by licensed clinical social workers from Gilda’s Club. Workshop dates: Mondays, Sept. 18 and 25, and Oct. 2, 9, 16 and 23. Attendance at each weekly session is strongly encouraged. To register, call 644-8844 ext. 103 or email cspeck@gildasclubwestchester.org.

Weight Loss Program: 11-week series

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Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the NYP Lawrence lobby Conference Room. Whether it’s changing your eating habits, understanding your metabolism, or tracking your progress, NYP Lawrence can help you take control of your weight forever. Consisting of 11 one-hour weekly sessions, this proven weight loss and wellness program is led by NYP Lawrence’s outpatient dietitian, Katie Campbell, RD, CDN. Campbell will utilize the latest dietary guidelines and scientific research to help you improve your eating habits, lifestyle, and physical activity—for good. The 11-week course will take place on most Tuesdays through December. Cost: $199. To register, call 787-5000.

Meet the Doctor: My Achy Back On Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Lake Isle Country Club, 660 White Plains Road,

Eastchester. Dr. Marc Dyrszka, an orthopedic and spine surgeon with ColumbiaDoctors, the faculty practice of Columbia University Medical Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital, will give a free presentation on the causes of nagging and occasional back pain, the latest promising research, and non-surgical and surgical treatments for your achy back. Light refreshments will be served. To register, call 787-5000.

Westchester Italian Cultural Center The Westchester Italian Cultural Center is located at Generoso Pope Place in Tuckahoe. For more information, call 771-8700 or visit wiccny.org.

Children language classes There are two fall language classes for children starting in September. Trial classes are available for $40 upon request by calling 771-8700 to register. Mommy & Me, for ages 1 to 3, will be held on Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., starting Sept. 21 through Nov. 30. This is for 10 sessions, with no class on Nov. 23. Fees for members is $300; for non-members, $400. Impariamo Insieme, for ages 4 to 10, will be held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon, starting Sept. 23 through Dec. 2. This is for 10 sessions, with no class on Nov. 25. Fees for members is $300; for non-members, $400.

Adult language courses Learn to speak Italian, or improve your speaking skills, in one of WICC’s many Italian language classes. The center offers three levels of classes to ensure that you can find a class that is suitable for you. Call 771-8700 for more information or to register. The First Time Learners course is designed for students with no prior knowledge of Italian. The course focuses on Italian phonetics, starting with the alphabet and syllables, common phrases and basic grammar. Students can expect to master simple sentences and engage in basic conversation. The course will be held on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. starting Sept. 23 through Dec. 2. This is for 10 sessions, will no class on Nov. 25. Fees for members is $300; for non-members, $400. The Beginner course is designed for students who have minimal knowledge of Italian and have a low level of proficiency. The course offers opportunities to improve all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course will be held on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. starting Sept. 23 through Dec. 2. This is for 10 sessions, will no class on Nov. 25. Fees for members is $300; for non-members, $400. The Intermediate course is designed for those students who already have a good knowledge of basic Italian grammar and wish to improve fluency in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Class activities are all designed to allow students to engage in conversation and improve their linguistic competence. The course will be held on Tuesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting Sept. 19 through Nov. 28. This is for 10 sessions, will no class on Oct. 31. Fees for members is $300; for non-members, $400. Still not sure which class is right for you? Trial classes are available for $40 upon request. 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.

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Westchester honors those who died on 9/11 In a solemn ceremony Monday night, Westchester County paid tribute to those who died in the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, in-

cluding 111 Westchester residents and 12 former residents. County Executive Rob Astorino presided over the 16th anniversary ceremo-

ny that took place at The Rising, the county’s 9/11 memorial. In his remarks, Astorino made special mention of the first respond-

ers who have died since the attack due to 9/11 related illnesses. “On this day 16 years ago, America was wounded—stunned with a body blow as great structures that symbolized our nation and the fabric of our lives were

Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino delivers his remarks at the 16th anniversary commemoration of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks at The Rising, the county’s 9/11 memorial at Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla. Photo courtesy Westchester County

turned to rubble. Into the horror went our heroes. Without hesitation, cops, firefighters and EMTs rushed to save lives. In doing so, many gave their own,” Astorino said. “Sadly, the dynamism of 9/11 also brings more loss. The bravery did not stop on that day. In the days, weeks, months and years that followed, the mission of saving lives changed to comforting souls; bringing dignity to those who died and closure to those who loved them. For some, these acts of humanity would prove fatal. To work on the Pile was to be surrounded by ash, fumes, and other silent killers.” To an estimated 400 family members and residents that attended the ceremony, Astorino named a number of the fallen first responders who have died in the years after 9/11: • New York City firefighter Luis dePeña, of Mount Vernon • New York City police officer Nicholas Finelli, of Hawthorne • New York City police officer Joseph Heid, of Yonkers • New York City Detective Joseph Seabrook, of Mount Vernon • New York City Detective first grade James W. Monahan, of Ossining • New York City police Capt. Ronald G. Peifer Sr.,

of Hartsdale • Peekskill Detective Charles Wassil Jr., of White Plains • Yonkers police Lt. Roy McLaughlin, of Yonkers • Yonkers police officer Anthony Maggiore, of Cortlandt • Fairview firefighter Robert A. Mentrasti, of Greenburgh

Specifically he cited Battalion Chief Kevin Byrnes Sr., who, after 9/11 spent the next years of his life at the Pile on and around ground zero, died from lung disease in 2004. He is listed as the fifth NYFD firefighter—and the first from Westchester—to have died from illness related to 9/11. During the ceremony, Astorino was joined by Anne Byrnes, the widow of Byrnes, to lay a commemorative wreath on the Beam of Remembrance. Pulled from the ashes of the World Trade Center, the Beam of Remembrance was dedicated in 2013 as “a lasting reminder of our nation’s sacrifice, courage and strength on that fateful day.” “Along with their names, we will tell the world that the lives we lost to 9/11 are lives that make us all stronger,” Astorino said. “The human spirit is a giving spirit that cannot be extinguished. That is the enduring message of 9/11 that we celebrate each year.” (Submitted)

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Tuckahoe native advances to U.S. By TAYLOR BROWN General Assignment Reporter

David Fillis, a native of Tuckahoe, was promoted to U.S. Navy captain in August after serving more than 20 years in the Navy Reserves. Fillis was first notified that he was up for promotion six months prior, and attributes this advancement in part to the year he spent working for the Military Sealift Command, MSC, in Kuwait. MSC personnel help transport and restock ships for all U.S. Military services and government agencies. In 2003, Fillis’ MSC team was stationed at the port of Ash Shuaybah, Kuwait, where they worked on Operation Iraqi Freedom, a mission authorized by President George W. Bush to assassinate Saddam Hussein, the fifth president of Iraq. Fillis, 43, and his team helped bring ships in and out that contained military equipment that was then transported to Iraq. “The time I spent in Kuwait was a great experience overall,” Fillis said. “At the time, you were really part of a major operation.” Donald Moore, a U.S. Navy commander, first met Fillis in 2003 where the two served together in MSC, and said that his promotion to captain came as no surprise. Moore described Fillis as “a dependable and sharp officer, all of his shipmates knew that one day he would become a senior officer.”

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David Fillis joined the U.S. Navy Reserves after graduating from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org

Third from left, David Fillis receives his promotion to U.S. Navy captain at the Cpl. Jedh C. Barker American Legion Auxiliary Unit 153. Contributed photo

Fillis and Moore also worked together in 2012 as part of the Reserves MSC expeditionary exercise called Cobra Gold. Their unit conducted port operations, which required them to unload cargo and ammunition in Chuk Samet, Thailand.

Along with his work overseas, Fillis also served as a Navy executive officer, where he served as second-in-command He said that ultimately, advancing to a captain position took “a lot of hard work over a long period of time, so [it was] certainly very satisfying to achieve.” After graduating from Tuckahoe High School, Fillis went on to receive a Bachelor of Science

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From left, U.S. Navy Capt. David Fillis and U.S. Navy Cmdr. Donald Moore conduct port operations in Chuk Samet, Thailand. Photo courtesy Donald Moore

in Maritime Transportation from U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York, after which he went on to join the Reserves. Fillis currently serves parttime in the Reserves, which requires that he spend one weekend a month at the Naval Operational Support Center at Fort Dix in Trenton, New Jersey. Fillis is also one of roughly 2,000 strategic sealift officers, which are members of the Reserve who are trained to be able to ship out during times of war. In this position, he is required to receive active duty training. This training helps reinforce skills that Navy personnel have been taught, and prepares them for potential mobilization in the future. Training takes place for two weeks out of the year, and can sometimes require going overseas. Due to the amount of traveling, he said that he can be gone upwards of 17 days in a row.

The Strategic Sealift Officers pin. Photo courtesy David Fillis

“With young children, this can be a challenge, typically for my spouse,” Fillis said. When Fillis is not fulfilling his Reserve requirements, he works full time as an operations manager at Gener8 Maritime, an international oil transportation service. Because of his busy work life, Fillis tries to spend as much time as possible with his wife and two kids, who he lives with in Riverdale, New Jersey. Fillis said he hopes to be able to continue to work his way up the Navy Officer Ranks. “Competition amongst senior officers in the U.S. Navy is keen, and [Fillis’] promotion to captain demonstrates the Navy’s confidence in his ability to lead at the highest levels,” Moore said. CONTACT: taylor@hometwn.com

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Keeping Bronxville fit and walkable BRONXVILLE TODAY Mayor Mary Marvin

As the summer comes to a close, many villagers are returning from trips abroad. A recent Politico essay suggests that one must indeed travel to a European destination to experience the formerly classic American town. The narrow streets of European locales often meander through tightly packed houses, cafes, shops and pocket parks, all crowded with people on foot. Until the mid-20th century, this was the norm in many parts of the United States. Since then, we have spent nearly a century engineering our population away from walking. Most planners, and more importantly medical experts, think it’s time we recalibrate. Our infatuation as a country with the automobile has spawned the mall culture and as a consequence, we as a society walk on average half as much as our peers did in the mid-1900s. As a cautionary corollary, medical study has demonstrated that eight hours or more of daily sitting nearly doubles the risk of Type 2 diabetes and sharply increases the risk for heart disease and cancer. Adding a brisk walk to a daily schedule cuts stroke risk in half. According to a former head of the Centers for Disease Control, “Walking is the closest thing we have to a wonder drug.”

Research has identified two distinct types of walkers: the utilitarian walker who walks because it’s an easy, fast way to get where they are going/accomplish something whether to work, a store or dining out, versus the recreational walker who wants to enjoy the scenery and uninterrupted peace near parks, rivers and woods. In essence, walkers are in it for the destination or the journey, but generally not both. In order to facilitate the destination walkers, safety has to be the prime concern, and with that in mind town planners advise a whole change in our perception of what streets are for. Currently, there is a total bias toward keeping the cars moving versus speeding things along for the pedestrian. Roads and intersections are viewed with the goal of making them most expeditious for cars and trucks. In contrast, the most walkable communities have wider sidewalks and walk lights timed for the pedestrian. Scientific study also demonstrates that human activity levels are influenced greatly by the “built environment.” To bring it to the micro level, how can we keep our “European village ”and foster increased pedestrian travel? With both Ridge Hill and the convenience of the Internet encroaching on our lifestyle patterns, we are so fortunate to have the beautiful bones of an architecturally exquisite densely shared “downtown.” As a government, we know we

must do all we can to preserve our unique asset which is fast becoming an endangered species. Our village lifestyle is not easily replicated, so preservation is key. To that end, the trustees and I are working on bringing businesses and services to the village that you want to walk to and frequent; creating pristine sidewalks for safe passage, adding more trees, benches, proper lighting and better pedestrian demarcation at intersections and crosswalks. The trustees and I are also in the midst of embarking on a comprehensive review of our village’s Master Plan. On the residential side, we will be reviewing our rules and regulations as they pertain to items such as including the length of time a project is allowed to be under construction, notification to neighbors of intrusive work, the preservation of historic homes and trees, and the parking rules in front of village homes. On the commercial side, we are reviewing the permit process with the goal of streamlining the time it takes to open a new business in our downtown. In addition, we recognize the changeover from “dry goods” stores to service establishments such as gyms and dance studios, and are reviewing our rules accordingly. Our goal as we embark on a new legislative year is to preserve and improve our village as a vibrant, safe, intergenerational, fit and walkable community for generations to come.

Empire Casino to host first Westchester Wingfest

By SIBYLLA CHIPAZIWA Assistant Editor Westchester County is finally going to pay homage to the chicken wing, as Empire City Casino and Westchester Magazine will join forces to hold the first ever Wingfest on Saturday, Sept. 16. Erin Murphy, Empire’s communications director, said given football season is officially underway, Wingfest made sense, calling beer, football and wings “the perfect trifecta.” “Empire City Casino is always looking for fun, new events to host and different experiences to offer our guests,” Murphy said. “When we started thinking for something for fall, beer and football kept coming into mind, which ultimately led to bar food and thus, wings.” As of press time, there are 30 wing vendors, coming from as far as Fairfield County, Connecticut. There will also be three food trucks, including one offering ice

cream. The event is strictly for those ages 21 and up, as beer is included in the ticket price. Live music, contests and more are also in store in what is sure to be a fun-filled four hours, kicking off at 2 p.m. Local wing vendors include Alvin & Friends, of New Rochelle; Coal’s Pizza, of Bronxville; Mickey Spillane’s, of Eastchester; Rye Roadhouse, of Rye; The Craftsman Ale House, of Harrison; and The Wooden Spoon, of New Rochelle. The increasingly popular HooDoo Brown Barbeque of Ridgefield, Connecticut, will also be in the running. While patrons will receive a token to vote for the best wing vendor upon entry, there will be five official judges mingling with the crowd, selecting the best of traditional buffalo, barbecue, most flavorful and most creative. Empire’s own Dan Rooney’s sports pub will be participating in the contest as well, with Ex-

ecutive Sous Chef Matt Heisel offering two sauces on the pub’s popular wings. He added that the barbecue sauce he created for the pub took him almost a month and a half to develop. “We are doing a twist on everything for Wingfest; we’re just throwing it out there,” Heisel said, mentioning a vindaloo wing: a garlic and wine-marinated wing, covered with a curry sauce that is earthy, spicy and a little sweet, characteristics of the Indian seasoning. The second sauce will be a play on Heisel’s own barbecue sauce, made just for the event. Tickets on Sept. 16 will be $60 on site, which will include unlimited food, unlimited beer and $10 free play at the casino. For more information and to purchase tickets ahead of time, visit westchestermagazine.com/wingfest. If you miss out, you can follow the action on social media with the hashtag #WMWingfest. CONTACT: sibylla@hometwn.com

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Wing vendors include the increasingly popular HooDoo Brown Barbeque of Ridgefield, Connecticut, which will offer its smoked chicken wings. Photo courtesy Facebook

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Astorino announces hearing on senior services Westchester County Tourism has record-breaking year

The Department of Senior Programs and Services Annual Public Hearing will encourage seniors to voice their opinions on how the department can achieve their goals. Photo courtesy Westchestergov.com

Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino invites you to the Department of Senior Programs and Services, DSPS, Annual Public Hearing on Friday, Sept. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Westchester County Center, located at 198 Central Ave., in White Plains. “The purpose of the public hearing is two-fold,” Astorino said. “We want to share the department’s plans for 2018, and we want to hear from seniors, practitioners and policymakers about how we can best achieve our goals. As always, our mission is to help older adults maintain their independence and dignity as they remain in the communities they know and love.” All are welcome to attend and

provide input; registration is not required. A light breakfast will be available at 9 a.m. and the program will begin at 9:15 a.m. DSPS Commissioner Mae Carpenter will use the hearing as an opportunity to discuss new initiatives and unveil the department’s abstract for the 2018 Annual Implementation Plan, which details the proposed use of funding available from the Older Americans Act and the New York State Community Services for the Elderly Program. The abstract will be distributed to those in attendance and informational packets on DSPS programming and services will also be available. The proposed 2018 Annual Implementation Plan is available

upon request at the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services at 9 South First Ave., on the 10th Floor in Mount Vernon. Written comments on the plan may be submitted by Friday, Oct. 6, 2017. Pleases direct all related correspondence to Rose Pasquale at the department’s aforementioned address or by email at Rcp4@westchestergov. com. The annual public hearing will also serve as the regular meeting for the Aging Network, the Council on Seniors and the Older Americans Act Advisory Council. For additional information, please call 813-6300 or visit Westchestergov.com/seniors. (Submitted)

Smile! Bucky is a typical happy, friendly, outgoing, goofy Lab mix, about 1 to 2 years old and 37 pounds. He is a real handsome boy who plays well with other dogs, especially young females. He is working on his manners training and is finding his crate to be a happy place. Bucky is neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. Make him part of your family for an adoption donation of $300. Call 834-6955 or visit NY-PetRescue.org. (Submitted)

Westchester County’s travel and tourism industry continues to grow with visitor spending reaching a record $1.82 billion in 2016, a 31 percent increase since 2009. “Once again, these numbers show that tourism continues to be an economic driver for Westchester County,” said Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino. “Year after year, more visitors come here for business and pleasure. More visitors mean more jobs for our residents. It’s great news for our county and it’s only getting better.” In 2016, visitor spending supported more than 24,000 jobs in Westchester and generated $221.8 million in tax revenues for state and local municipalities. This represents $291 in tax revenue for every household in the county. Westchester’s tourism industry, which ranks third in the state behind New York City and Long Island, represents 52 percent of all visitor spending in the Hudson Valley region. In total, the travel and tourism industry has contributed $13.3 billion to Westchester’s economy since the end of the Great Recession in 2009. Natasha Caputo, director of Westchester County Tourism & Film, said the county’s success

as a tourism destination is the result of great industry partners who offer exceptional dining experiences, accommodations, recreation and cultural and entertainment attractions for every age and budget. Spending in the food and beverage sector increased 5 percent to $526,885,000, a testament to the exceptional quality of dining throughout the county. Some notable newcomers include: • 3 Westerly Bar and Grill: The new waterfront dining experience conveniently located adjacent to the Ossining Metro-North Station and the NY Waterway Terminal. A nautical-themed gastropub housed within a distinctive free-standing lighthouse offers a variety of indoor and outdoor dining options. • Mediterraneo: In the heart of downtown White Plains, this is a seafood lover’s delight featuring an expansive, international wine list. • City Perch – Chef Sherry Yard, Tuck Hospitality Group chief operating officer and threetime James Beard Award winner recently inducted into the Foundation’s prestigious Who’s Who of Food & Beverage in America, officially brings her critical-

City Perch Kitchen + Bar in Rivertowns Square in Dobbs Ferry. File photo

ly acclaimed City Perch Kitchen + Bar. Located in Rivertowns Square in Dobbs Ferry, City Perch offers a variety of innovative Westchester localized dishes and a warm, inviting dining room with spacious environments befitting experiences including private dining and events. • Savor Westchester: A beautifully designed space and unique dining experience at The Westchester mall in White Plains with fantastic eateries, including al fresco patio dining. The Recreation sector also posted gains in visitor spending last year, rising 4 percent to $171,905,000. This sector benefited from lively arts and culture venues, visual and performing arts events and attractions taking place year-round throughout the county. Some noteworthy recreation venues and happenings include: Spending in the Lodging sector totaled $416,281,000, up 1 percent from 2015. Hotel activity in the county flattened in 2016, with room demand as measured by hotel room nights filled was down 1 percent to 1.7 million. The transportation and retail sectors showed little or no growth in 2016. (Submitted)

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Astorino seeks input on Rx drug costs for seniors Food Bank kicks off Hunger Action Month Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino is urging residents to take part in an anonymous survey that analyzes the effects of prescription drug costs on people age 65 and older in Westchester. The results of the survey will be presented to top healthcare policymakers and practitioners during a forum in Washington, D.C. “Prescription drug costs are a very real concern for our older residents,” Astorino said. “No one should have to choose between buying food or medicine, yet unfortunately that’s a story we hear way too often. We encourage everyone to share their experiences so we can provide the best support possible.” The anonymous survey is available online and takes no more than 15 minutes to complete. Please visit WestchesterGov.com/seniors to access the survey or for more information. Conducted by the Department of Senior Programs and Services, DSPS, and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services, the county’s “Prescrip-

Westchester County is encouraging residents 65 years and older to fill out a survey about the effects of prescription drug costs has on their lives. Photo courtesy WestchesterGov.com

tion Drug Cost Survey” has already garnered national interest. In addition to influencing local policy, the results will also be shared on the national stage as part of The Atlantic magazine’s “At What Cost? An Atlantic Forum on Prescription Drugs,” in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 3. The event will explore how to foster drug in-

novation while controlling costs. “I am grateful for the opportunity to bring Westchester to the forefront of a discussion that affects so many,” said Mae Carpenter, DSPS Commissioner. “I urge all older residents, caregivers, family members and administrators to spread the word and offer their input.” (Submitted

On Sept. 5, county and city officials, community members, business leaders and supporters—many wearing orange— joined with Food Bank for Westchester to help the county’s leading hunger relief organization kick off Hunger Action Month with the fourth annual “Go Orange to End Hunger” Campaign. Orange is the color for Hunger Action Month in September, which was established by Feeding America in 2008 as a nationwide push to get involved with the hunger crisis across the country. During September, people everywhere from all walks of life help to feed those in need in their neighborhood, working to ensure that people who live with hunger every day can get some relief. “We are ‘Painting Westchester Orange’ this September to make hunger top of mind and encourage everyone to get involved in any way they can,” said Leslie Gordon, president and CEO of Food Bank for Westchester. “Suburban poverty is a reality, especially in the affluent county of Westchester. Celebrating Hunger Action Month starts by taking action against hunger. All you need to do is help raise awareness of hunger as a problem. Besides visibly promoting the color orange, individuals can also host food drives, take part in volunteer efforts, and make monetary donations to help to battle this epidemic in our neighborhoods.” Food Bank for Westchester has campaigned Hunger Action Month in the county for several years where 20 percent of the population, or 1 in 5 residents, don’t always know when their next meal will be. Its focus has been on heightening awareness, rallying volunteers, raising funds and driving solutions to end hunger in the county. During the press conference, Food Bank announced a month-long calendar of activities around hunger awareness. In addition, government officials and community leaders announced ways they would promote the awareness campaign throughout the month. Food Bank was joined by several local officials and business leaders who came to the press conference to support the campaign, including County Executive Rob Astorino, state Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, White Plains Mayor Tom Roach, and Marsha Gordon, president and CEO of the Business Council of Westchester. Astorino announced that the county will help promote the campaign on the Westchester

From left, White Plains Mayor Tom Roach; Marsha Gordon, president and CEO of The Business Council of Westchester; New York state Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins; Leslie Gordon, president and CEO of Food Bank for Westchester; Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino; and Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano. Contributed photo

County website, social media, e-blast and other promotional platforms. “As we kick off Hunger Action Month, the key word of course is action,” Astorino said. “Every action we take against hunger—big or small—makes a difference. So no matter what you can do, the important thing is that you do it.” To help spread hunger awareness, Spano announced that he would take on the SNAP Challenge (also known as the Food Stamp Challenge) for one week and encouraged other mayors to do the same. For this challenge, an individual of means chooses to purchase food using only the monetary equivalent of what a family that size would receive in the U.S. federal government Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program,SNAP, colloquially called food stamps. The challenge is one of the best ways to learn about the nutrition hurdles that low-income Americans face every day. The New York state maximum allotment is $194 per month (some people might get less). That equals out to be about $6.46 a day for three meals, or $2.15 a meal. Additionally, in the spirit of “fun for a cause,” Food Bank for Westchester partnered with Pace University for its first-ever Miles for Meals 5K Fun Run, which took place at Pace’s Pleasantville campus on Sept. 9. Also, in recognition of the awareness month, Food Bank hosted its annual Agency Day for all of its partners on Sept. 14 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Tarrytown. The following are some other ways businesses in the community will participate in Hunger Action Month this September: • Yonkers City Hall will be lit up with orange lights. • Empire City Casino in Yonkers will turn its entrance canopy lights orange. • Cross County Shopping Center in Yonkers will place orange mums throughout the cen-

ter and will host its annual Fall Flicks event on Sept. 22, Sept. 29 and Oct. 6 where Food Bank for Westchester will set up to welcome donations. • IntoxiKate.com has partnered with local restaurants to feature an orange-inspired dish on their menus for a special campaign called Eating Orange. Participating restaurants include: Yonkers Brewing Co.; Chutney Masala; Sambal; Cedar Street Grill; Saltaire Oyster Bar; Crabtree Kittle House’ Siegel Bros. Marketplace; Alvin & Friends; License 2 Grill; La Bocca; Harper’s Restaurant; Meritage Restaurant; Saint George Bistro; Baked by Susan; Empire City Casino; Chocolations; Rye House; Village Beer Garden; and Savor at The Westchester. • Yonkers RiverFest will feature Food Bank for Westchester’s food growing program during its celebration on Sept. 16. • Broken Bow Brewery will host a food and funds drive for Food Bank for Westchester in honor of J.P Woods on Sept. 16. • White Plains Jazz Fest will welcome Food Bank for Westchester’s Empty Bowls event to downtown White Plains on Sept. 17 from noon to 5:30 p.m. Individuals will be encouraged to purchase an artist-made bowl with soup served by local chefs—all to raise awareness for September’s Hunger Action Month. In addition, all month long, Food Bank for Westchester has partnered with local coffee shops for its Match Your Morning Coffee campaign that encourages people to donate the same amount of money they pay for their coffee for the cause. The organization has also partnered with ice cream shops for its Scoop Out Hunger campaign where the shops will also collect donations. To learn more about Hunger Action Month and for a complete listing of activities, please visit foodbankforwestchester.org. (Submitted)

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ums, styles and inspirations. Artists choose their locations, RAC posts them to a Google Map, and visitors are encouraged to find and observe the painters at work. On-location painting will be done on Friday and Saturday, followed by a reception at the RAC on Saturday. A live auction will take place later that night for the newly painted works that were created throughout the weekend. For more information and an updated map on painters’ chosen locations, visit ryeartscenter.org. -Mary Alice Franklin

New Rochelle Opera celebrates Bernstein

Arts Alive grants for artists, arts groups ArtsWestchester works hard to ensure access to the arts for all Westchester residents, especially in areas that are underserved. Arts Alive grants are the most effective means for making this mission a reality. The organization is now accepting applications from nonprofit arts organizations, and individual and teaching artists, for the 2018 grants program. Supported programs incorporate the community and help to bring vibrant arts and cultural activities to a wide audience. Past grants have helped to fund murals, theatrical performances, cultural heritage festivals and more. The deadline for applications is Oct. 4. Funds are available in three categories. Arts Alive Project Grants provide financial support for a range of projects that demonstrate a strong community benefit. Arts Alive Artist Grants provide direct support to artists for the creation of new work related to the community. Arts Alive Arts Education Grants provide support for partnerships between individual artists or organizations and Westchester public schools (K–12), after-school programming or lifelong learning programs. Arts Alive Project Grants are made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program—a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the New York state Legislature—and administered by ArtsWestchester. For guidelines and applications, visit artsw.org/artsalive. -Mary Alice Franklin

Rye Arts Center holds outdoor painting On Sept. 15 and 16, dozens of painters will populate the Sound Shore with easels and inspiration. During Rye Arts Center’s , RAC, biennial “Painters on Location” event, artists in various locations along the Sound Shore will paint scenes that are inspired by the landscape, seascape and surroundings in a plein-air (the act of painting outdoors) “paint-out.” Participating artists approach their work with varied medi-

On Sept. 17, New Rochelle Opera, NRO, will pay tribute to the music of composer Leonard Bernstein, author of some of the most iconic musical and operatic scores in memory. A celebration of the 60th anniversary of “West Side Story,” this “Bernstein and Friends” concert will include a guest appearance by baritone Miguel Acevedo and will feature NRO singers Kelli Butler, Edith Dowd, Tom Mulder and Wayne Hu, who will perform selections from “West Side Story” and “Candide.” The program, which will be narrated by NRO’s co-founder and artistic director Camille Coppola, will also include works by Bernstein’s contemporaries, including songs from notable 1950s musicals by Rodgers & Hammerstein, Jerome Kern, George Gershwin and more. The midday performance will be dedicated to Tony Award-winning singer and actress Barbara Cook, who passed away last month. The actress originated the role of Cunegonde in Bernstein’s “Candide.” The performance will take place in the Christopher Murphy Auditorium at Iona College. For more information, visit nropera.org. -Mary Alice Franklin

September arts festival highlights Sept. 15-17: Fall Crafts at Lyndhurst On the sprawling lawns of Tarrytown’s Lyndhurst Mansion on Sept. 15 to 17, with a backdrop of the Hudson River, will be a festival to celebrate handmade arts and crafts. Artrider Productions presents the work of 300 emerging and seasoned artists who will offer one-of-a-kind items, from earrings made of stingray to flowers made from

glass. An interactive puppet theater and handson demonstrations of wheel thrown pottery and woodturning are designed to keep even small children occupied and entertained. Guests can make a day of their visit by enjoying gourmet foods and taking a tour of the mansion. For more information, visit artrider.com. Sept. 23 & 24: Armonk Outdoor Art Show The 56th annual Armonk Outdoor Art Show features 185 artists from 29 states as well as Israel and Canada. This juried festival showcases fresh and diverse art in a variety of mediums and subjects, from Jonathan Spector’s surf photography to Dwight Baird’s paintings about daily struggles in Cuba. The new addition of a children’s tent will provide free activities, including workshops by Neuberger Museum of Art, for children of all ages. Also new this year is the offering of beer and wine for guests to enjoy while browsing the gift-worthy works. For more information, visit armonkoutdoorartshow.org. -Mary Alice Franklin

Katonah Museum of Art: ‘Wall to Wall’ exhibit

Katonah Museum of Art’s, KMA, “Wall to Wall: Carpets by Artists” exhibition examines the advancement of contemporary art practices through one of history’s most ancient mediums: the artist carpet. The exhibition, on view through Oct. 1, features 17 international artists who demonstrate how and why the carpet continues to be a prominent medium in today’s art realm. Although the carpet is occasionally viewed as an artless item of décor, for present artists it is a source of inspiration because of its illuminating creative components, from color and material to composition and production. The wide range of carpets, organized by the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland and curator Dr. Cornelia Lauf, are hung like paintings on the walls and subtly reveal the collaboration between art, culture, manufacturing and geopolitics. These interwoven relationships expose developments in traditional artisanal techniques throughout the world. In conjunction with the exhibition, KMA will offer a series of events that will provide guests with an in-depth look at “Wall to Wall” and its exhibiting artists. Through Oct. 1, visitors are invited to the KMA’s learning center for a hands-on weaving workshop, where they will contribute to a large weaving installation. Artist Lindsay Carone’s “Twisting Textiles” workshop will instruct participants on how to combine recycled materials and diverse craft techniques to create textured artworks (Sept. 17). “Stroller Tours” and “Senior Socials” will take families and seniors on exclusive tours led by expert docents (Sept. 15). Audiences can also join KMA’s “Picture and Prose Book Club” for a curator-led tour of “Wall to Wall” and a discussion on Marta Morazzoni’s novel “The Invention of Truth,” a story about 300 women who embroidered the 11th century textile masterpiece, “The Bayeux Tapestry” (Sept. 18). For more information, visit katonahmuseum.org. -Rocío De La Roca

Contemporary dance workshops in Yonkers

Sidra Bell Dance New York, SBDNY, is presenting a series of community outreach workshops in Yonkers this fall. Designed to appeal to a broad range of people of all skill levels, these contemporary dance workshops will encourage

participants to access their imagination while they practice, and learn more about, movement and conditioning. A live DJ, Drew Lewis, will play a blend of jazz, house and electronica music to inspire participants, who will be encouraged to practice improvisation. In addition to the workshop, a company dancer will be on-site to perform a short excerpt of the company’s newest work, “MÖNSTER OUTSIDE.” Each workshop will end with a dialogue about the creative process. Sessions will take place on Sept. 21 and Oct. 20 at PC4 Purchase College Center for Community and Culture in Yonkers. Future dates will be announced. This series is supported by one of ArtsWestchester’s Arts Alive grants. For more information about these workshops and to register, visit sidrabelldanceny.org/outreach. -Mary Alice Franklin

International jazz in downtown White Plains The award-winning White Plains Jazz Fest will continue to bring its international jazz music to downtown White Plains. Presented by ArtsWestchester, the city of White Plains and White Plains BID, the five-day festival, which began on Sept. 13 and continues through Sept. 17, hosts a series of diverse concerts at different venues throughout the city. On Sept. 15, Colombian pianist and composer Pablo Mayor and his “Folklore Urbano” Septet will transport audiences from the stage at ArtsWestchester’s intimate gallery all the way to South America. While Mayor incorporates Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz genres to his compositions, his music primarily preserves the folkloric sound of his native county. He explains, “My sound is modern but at no cost to the traditions, which are at the heart of the music.” On Sept. 16, guests can enjoy a midday performance while they shop at The Galleria at White Plains as Charlie Lagond and Kaleidoscope present jazz fusion, world beat and funk music. Later that evening, Cuban saxophone virtuoso Paquito D’Rivera will join the list of performers with a concert at the White Plains Performing Arts Center. The 14-time Grammy Award winner will bring his lively Latin jazz styles to the stage, including tango, Venezuelan waltz and straight bebop. Jazz Fest culminates with an eclectic blend of sounds, from Brazilian-infused rhythms to soulful New Orleans jazz, during a free, outdoor White Plains Jazz and Food Festival on Mamaroneck Avenue on Sept. 17. The line-up of performers includes SUNY Purchase Jazz All-Stars, Sage, the Kenny Lee All Stars, Steve Kroon’s Latin Jazz Sextet, and Donald Harrison. The full-day celebration will encompass international music, as well as foods of Africa, Cuba, Puerto Rico and more, making the event an allaround cultural experience for all audiences. For more information, visit artsw.org/jazzfest. -Rocío De La Roca These articles appear in the September 2017 issue of ArtsNews, ArtsWestchester’s monthly publication. ArtsNews is distributed throughout Westchester County. A digital copy of the full issue is also available at artsw.org/artsnews.

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Scientists predict that when the big nuclear war comes, wiping humans off the face of the earth, only a scant few life forms on the planet—like cockroaches—will survive the fallout. Of course, one would have to imagine that Dallas Cowboys fans will still be around, too. On Sunday night, I headed out to one of our local establishments to take in the primetime Week One showdown between the Giants and the hated Cowboys. This being the season opener—and New York—I expected to be greeted by a sea of Big Blue jerseys when I walked into the bar. Instead, the place was packed with jerseys proudly bearing the names of Emmitt Smith, Michael Irvin and Tony Romo. What, I thought to myself, is going on here? Billing themselves as America’s Team, the Dallas Cowboys do, in fact, have a nationwide fanbase.

It’s not hard to understand why. Throughout the franchise’s history, there have been a few stretches of dominance—like the Roger Staubach-led teams of the 1970s and the Troy Aikman Cowboys of the early 1990s—that have helped the Cowboys become one of the most visible, successful organizations in the NFL. So it’s no surprise that fans who came of age during these periods might have a fondness for the ballclub. But while I can understand how NFL watchers who live in areas without a local team may gravitate to Dallas fandom, I can not for the life of me understand how the tristate area, home to the Cowboys’ biggest rival, has become an absolute breeding ground for Jerry Jones acolytes. I bet Boston Red Sox fans living in New England don’t wander into their local pubs only to find the place crawling with pinstripe-clad Yankee fans. I get it; maybe I’m just salty about the way the Giants played in their 19-3 loss. I mean, had the G-Men not put forth such a subpar

effort, maybe I wouldn’t even have noticed the makeup of the crowd. But with each New York drive that ended in a three-and-out, the Cowboys fans got louder, chirping about how, for the second year in a row, the NFC East was theirs this season. It was certainly not how I wanted to start the 2017 NFL campaign. Right now, what scares me about the Cowboys is that they are poised to be good for a very long time. They’ve got a solid second-year quarterback in Dak Prescott, an all-world running back in Ezekiel Elliot, and the best offensive line in the league. It’s a recipe for sustained success, which means that pretty soon, we’re going to have a new generation of New York-bred Dallas fans taking over our local bars on game day. If this keeps up, I’m going to have to find a new place to watch my games. I hear Antarctica is lovely this time of year.

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Game Notes: • Seven different players accounted for all of Eastchester’s goals • The Eagles are currently 2-1 • Eastchester will tangle with league foe Pelham on Sept. 15 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Sept. 8, the Eastchester girls soccer team hosted Riverside Prep and turned in its best performance of the year, picking up

Keeva Fay makes a move in the middle of the field on Sept. 8. Photos/Mike Smith

Alex Rodriguez dribbles along the sideline against Riverside Prep on Sept. 8. Rodriguez scored one of Eastchester’s seven goals.

Julianna Risi beats the Riverside goalkeeper. Risi added a goal in the Eagles’ shutout win.

a 7-0 shutout win over the Rams. According to head coach Frank Fiore, the start to the season has been especially important in terms of figuring out exactly what he has on a team filled with new faces. After the Eagles dropped their season-opener in a 3-2 loss to Byram Hills, the squad has responded with two straight wins, including a 3-2 road win over Walter Panas on Sept. 6. “We’re still trying to find ourselves as a team in terms of putting all the pieces together,” Fiore said. “We lost six seniors from last year, and we’re still trying to figure out where we fit as players.” Friday’s game against the Rams should be a welcoming sign, especially offensively. Seven different players found the net for Eastchester, led by a one-goal, two-assist game

from Allish Fay. “We have scorers all over the field. We can score from set-pieces in the back, our midfielders can contribute, and our forwards can really make it happen too,” Fiore said. “I don’t think it’s going to be a case of one girl scoring all the goals this year.” Eastchester also looks strong on the defensive end, despite graduating three-year starter Brianna Williams last June. Danielle Mejia, who saw action last year when Williams missed time with an early-season injury, has been a rock in the net thus far, picking up her first shutout of the year on Friday. “I think that experience has made a big difference, especially in her confidence,” Fiore said. “And I think that the rest of the team all has a lot of confidence in

her as well.” Now riding a two-game win streak, the Eagles have a slate of tough games coming up. On Sept. 16, Eastchester will host Sleepy Hollow for its homecoming game, before traveling to Pelham on Monday to take on a talented league opponent. On Sept. 20, they will tangle with reigning Class B section champion Bronxville. As the team gears up for the bulk of its league campaign, Fiore is hoping to see the squad continue to gel. “It’s taking a little while, but with those two wins, I think we’re starting to build confidence in terms of playing together,” he said. “And I think when it all starts to come together, we can be a very dangerous team.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

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