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December 29, 2023 | Vol. 10, Number 50 | www.ryecityreview.com
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New Rochelle’s Malik Gasper goes up for a basket against Arlington on Dec. 22. Gasper and the Huguenots have gotten off to a perfect 6-0 start thus far. For story, see page 16.
Saint Pio donates 300 pizzas, snacks for holidays The Saint Pio Foundation, a Tuckahoe-based not for profit organization donated 300 Italian freshly baked pizzas, taralli snacks and mini panettone on Wednesday to nourish those in need, and to help them feel the warmth of abundance during Christmas holidays. The donation is part of the annual tradition which the Foundation established around the country, and this year, it became part of the national initiative “Pizza for a Smile,” which aims at providing more than food: it is a way to forge community spirit and generate smiles, enabling the disadvantaged families to receive nourishing food in a family-like spirit of care and support.
To put it in Sebastian’s own words, the inspiration and ambassador of this initiative: “When I encounter pizza, I always smile. There is always a story, and that is that pizza always makes you smile. We want to make people happy and receive a smile in exchange!” “By sharing three hundred pizzas, and other gifts like the taralli snacks and mini panettone, the Saint Pio Foundation intends to change the way we bring nourishment to those in need,” said Founder and CEO Luciano Lamonarca. “We strive to feed not only the body but also the soul of those who are hungry. A pizza provides both nourishment and comfort, and we could not be prouder to borrow from our Italian
culture and cuisine to help those that face significant hardships and spiritual challenges.” If you wish to learn more about the initiative “Pizza for a Smile”, or would like to pledge a donation, more information can be found at https://pizzaforasmile.org/ The Saint Pio Foundation (The People of Hope) is a non-profit, charitable organization that promotes the knowledge of and devotion to Saint Pio of Pietrelcina. It works with institutions and individuals that share the same vision to serve those in need of relief of suffering and that seek to alleviate the physical and emotional hunger of the underserved in a dignified and supportive manner.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer is pleased to announce the implementation of a special New Year’s Eve Bee-Line bus shuttle service to facilitate safe and convenient transportation for residents and visitors during the festive celebrations on December 31, 2023. The Bee-Line bus shuttle service will operate in three key areas – White Plains, Yonkers, and New Rochelle – providing reliable transportation options for individuals looking to enjoy the New Year’s Eve festivities responsibly. Latimer has already announced that Bee-Line buses will be running fare-free through Jan. 1. Latimer said: “As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s crucial that all in our community enjoy the New Year’s Eve celebrations responsibly. This special free Bee-Line bus shuttle service aims to make the festivities more accessible, allowing residents and visitors to travel conveniently and safely. A sincere thanks to our Bee-Line bus drivers and DPW/T workers for their efforts in advancing this initiative.”
The three shuttles lines are as follows:
White Plains Shuttle: • Route: Start at White Plains Trans Center, R/T Lexington, L/T Main St., R/T Mamaroneck, L/T Maple Ave., L/T Bloomingdale Rd., L/T Westchester Ave, L/T Broadway, R/T Martine back to Trans Center.
• Service Hours: Buses will begin service at 7 PM and run approximately every 20 minutes. • Last Bus: The last bus departing from White Plains Trans Center will be at 1 AM. • Bus Stops: Buses will stop at all existing bus stops along the designated routes. Yonkers Shuttle: • Route: Start on Central Ave. opposite Raceway, L/T McLean Ave., L/T Bronx River Rd., L/T Yonkers Ave, L/T Central Ave to opposite Raceway. • Service Hours: Buses will begin service at 7 PM and run approximately every 30 minutes. • Last Bus: The final bus leaving Clark Street (Yonkers Casino) will be at 1 AM. • Bus Stops: Buses will make stops at all existing bus stops along the specified routes. New Rochelle Shuttle: • Route: Start at New Rochelle Intermodal Center, R/T North Ave, R/T Huguenot St, L/T Pintard at monument onto Main St. L/T River Ave (Echo Avenue), L/T Huguenot St, R/T North Ave, L/T Into Intermodal Center. • Service Hours: Buses will begin service at 7 PM and run approximately every 20 minutes. • Last Bus: The last bus departing from New Rochelle Intermodal Center will be at 1 AM. • Bus Stops: Buses will make stops at all existing bus stops along the designated routes.