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Kas Mirza drains a three-point shot against Scarsdale on Jan. 3. Mirza finished 25 points in a 63-49 win over the Raiders that helped New Rochelle improve to 7-0 on the year. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike Smith
Cuomo Bridge lit blue for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Gov. Kathy Hochul announced 13 state landmarks were to be illuminated dark blue on the evening of Tuesday, Jan. 9 in honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. “Our law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day in service to their fellow New Yorkers – we thank them for their service today and every day,” Hochul said. “New York is a safer place because
of their dedication. Today we recognize their sacrifices and show our appreciation for their work.” Landmarks to be lit include: • 1WTC • Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge • Kosciuszko Bridge • The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building • State Education Building
• Alfred E. Smith State Office Building • Empire State Plaza • State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center • Niagara Falls • Lake Placid Olympic Center • Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal • Moynihan Train Hall • Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
January 12, 2024 | Vol. 12, Number 2 | www.eastchesterreview.com
County warns residents over applesauce recall The Westchester County Health Department urgently advises residents to inspect their pantries and promptly discard any cinnamon applesauce pouches currently under voluntary recall. These pouches are suspected of containing heightened levels of lead and chromium. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration, along with state and local officials, are actively investigating their potential connection to elevated blood lead levels in children. Those in Westchester County who possess these products and have given them to children are urged to contact the Department’s Lead Program at 813-7388 for collection arrangements. Additionally, they should reach out to their child’s pediatrician to schedule a new blood lead level test. Lead is a toxic mineral that can cause cognitive loss, lead to behavioral problems, and can decrease learning ability. All children, from six-months to
six-years-old, should have a lead assessment done annually by their medical provider, and by New York State law, all children who are one and two years old must receive a blood lead test. The products linked to the investigation and recalled were sold under the following brands: • WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Purée 3-pack pouches of 2.5 ounce distributed nationwide • Schnucks Apple Sauce 90 gram pouches with cinnamon, lots 05023:19, 09023:22 and 09023:24. • Weis Cinnamon Apple Sauce 90 gram pouches, lot 05023:28. According to the FDA, WanaBana was sold at Dollar Tree, Family Dollar/Dollar Tree stores, Amazon and other online outlets. Schnucks was sold at Schnucks and Eatwell Markets and Weis was sold at Weis grocery stores. The voluntary recall was issued in November, but these products were still found on store shelves in December, the FDA said.
The Westchester County Health Department urgently advises residents to inspect their pantries and promptly discard any cinnamon applesauce pouches currently under voluntary recall.