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Mayer wins Westchester Senate seat in special election Douglas Colety said in a statement. “I am proud of the race that Julie Killian ran. Running Democratic state Assembly- in a very difficult climate, Julie woman Shelley Mayer claimed took a stand for the taxpayers and victory against Republican candi- against one party rule in Albany. date Julie Killian in a fiery spe- While we were not successful last cial election for a vacated 37th night, I am confident that Julie’s Senate District seat. message will be proven right in According to the county Board the coming months. High taxes of Elections, with 87 percent of and corruption is the reason our the vote being reported, Yonkers’ state capitol continues to be so Mayer captured 24,238 votes, dysfunctional. Shelly Mayer is while Rye’s Killian fell short a typical Albany politician who with 17,793 votes. will not put the taxpayers first “Shelley Mayer is a seasoned and will not deliver the change legislator who knows all the is- that we desperately need.” sues and the people trust that she The 37th Senate District seat, will work on their behalf,” said formerly occupied by Democratic Westchester County Democrat- County Executive George Latimic Chairman Reginald Lafayette. er, covers the cities of New Ro“Despite all the negative cam- chelle, Rye, White Plains, Yonpaigning and negative attacks kers and the towns of Bedford, against her during this campaign, Harrison, Mamaroneck, North she came out the winner. It shows Castle, Rye, and Eastchester. that she is a strong woman and Latimer vacated the position that she has the confidence of the in January after defeating former voters in that district.” Westches- County Executive Rob Astorino, ter County Republican Chairman a Republican, to become the head

By FRANCO FINO Staff Writer

Julie Killian

Shelley Mayer

Legislators introduce “reusable bag initiative” White Plains, NY — As people around the globe observe Earth Day this weekend, Westchester County Legislators Kitley Covill and Nancy Barr are putting their environmental principles into action at home: They are proposing legislation to encourage the use of reusable bags and keep single-use plastic checkout bags out of the County’s streets, landfills and waterways. “This is the first step toward a goal we all share -- to improve the environment by eliminating the plastic bags that pollute our waterways, clog our sewers, back up our storm drains, endanger our marine life and litter our streets,” said District 2 Legislator, Kitley

S. Covill of Katonah. “This legislation reflects an increasing awareness of how destructive, permanent and unnecessary single-use plastic bags actually are,” said District 6 Legislator, Nancy Barr of Rye Brook. “While several municipalities around Westchester already have reusable bag legislation and several others are considering similar laws, it’s time for the County as a whole to join other counties like Suffolk in leading the State and the Nation towards a cleaner, more sustainable future for ourselves and for our children.” The newly proposed Reusable Bag Initiative looks to eliminate single-use plastic bags for retail

checkout. Stores and other sellers will be allowed to provide only heavier-duty reusable bags or bags made of recycled paper. We are proposing a fee of no less than 10 cents for every bag provided by a seller as studies have shown that a fee encourages consumers to bring their own bags, and results in the reduction of waste. To ensure that the fee is not a burden on those who can’t afford it, SNAP and WIC recipients are exempted under the proposal. Also exempted are certain kinds of bags – such as dry cleaner garment covers, thin produce bags and larger bags of the sort used for garbage liners, as well as paper bags used by pharmacies

for prescriptions. The legislation additionally takes aim at polystyrene foam packing materials, banning their use in food packing and other kinds of items packed in the County. “The introduction of this measure is the first step in the legislative process,” said Covill. “The various committees at the Board of Legislators will be listening to everyone – store owners, consumers, environmental scientists and others – as we work together to shape a law that is not an undue burden on anyone, but one that will make the Westchester BAGS continued on page 8

of the county during last year’s elections. With Mayer’s win, Democrats technically now have a one-vote majority over the GOP in New York’s state Senate; however, one Democrat in the Legislature has said we will continue to align with Republicans. Prior to the election, mainline Democrats tried to unify their party in order to take control of the Senate for the first time since 2010. The effort proved to be unsuccessful though, as Brooklyn Democrat Simcha Felder announced the day of the vote that he would continue to caucus with Republicans regardless of the results of the special election. In a public statement, Felder said, “With only 25 days remaining in this year’s legislative session, I believe it is my obligation

to prevent an unprecedented and uncertain late session political battle that will only hurt my constituents and New Yorkers.” That gives the GOP a one-seat majority over Democrats until the end of this year’s legislative session, which ends in June. Despite her loss, State Republican Chairman Edward Cox said Killian is a “tenacious advocate for the reforms that are so desperately needed to restore our state and has established herself as a champion for Westchester and New York taxpayers.” Killian’s loss is her second unsuccessful bid for the 37th Senate District seat, after she previously lost against Latimer in 2016. Senators are elected to twoyear terms for a base salary of $79,500 per year. CONTACT: franco@hometwn.com

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On Derby Day for Z100’s Greg T, It’s All About the Hats (Yonkers, NY) – For horse racing fans, two things matter on Derby Day – their pick to win and, more importantly, their choice of hat. Empire City Casino, the premier entertainment destination in the northeast, announced today that Greg T. of Elvis Duran and the Z100 Morning Show, will be the host and celebrity judge for the casino’s fourth annual Kentucky Derby Hat Contest on Saturday, May 5th. The Derby festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. trackside adjacent to Yonkers Raceway. Previous celebrity hosts and judges include Supermodel Hannah Davis Jeter, Real Housewives of New York City star Bethenny Frankel and Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kim Zolciak. The legendary cast member of Z100’s Elvis Duran and the Morning Show will lend his radio voice and wear his judging hat where he, along with Fashion Judge Simone Piliero from Simply by Simone, will pick their win, show, and place for best hat with a third place prize of $100, a runner-up prize of $250 and a first place prize of $500. In addition, for one lucky in-

dividual, the T in Greg T. will stand for top-hat with a special celebrity pick by the morning radio host for his favorite derby attire, which comes with a $750 prize. Z100’s street team will also be on-site giving away free swag. “Ever since I went on my first pony ride, I have always been interested in the Kentucky Derby,” said Greg T. “I am intrigued and super excited for the Derby Hat Contest and can’t wait.” “The atmosphere at Empire City Casino on Derby Day has the look and feel of the Kentucky Derby itself, between the build-up to the big race and the creativity our visitors show in coming up with the most out-ofthis-world, outside-the-box hats,” said Taryn Duffy, director of public affairs for Empire City Casino. “We encourage everyone to put on their ‘thinking cap’ and join in the Derby Day fun.” While waiting to showcase their wild and wacky hats, viewing party attendees can enjoy the Southern thirst and charm of a traditional Mint Julep to get into the Derby Day spirit, as well as dine on a variety of food

selections trackside. Guests can also experience classic raceway dining in the Empire Terrace, open from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. race day, where the Derby can be viewed on a private screen at the party’s table. Reservations for the Empire Terrace are now being accepted for parties of six or more by calling 914-968-4200 ext. 649. After experiencing Kentucky-in-New York, guests can try their luck on the casino’s IGT Wheel of Fortune Triple Stars® slot machine jackpot, now over $1.1-million. Just this past March, Theresa P. of Westchester, NY won a life-changing jackpot of $2.9-million, the highest-ever jackpot at any of New York State’s regulated casinos. Empire City is Manhattan’s closest casino, just a short drive from the George Washington Bridge and easily accessible via Metro North, Bus, Shuttle Bus and more (exact point-to-point directions provided here). For more information on Empire City Casino, the Kentucky Derby Viewing Party & Hat Contest, and other upcoming events, please visit www.empirecitycasino.com.

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What’s going on... Rye Free Reading Room

ence “Don Pasquale” by Gaetano Donizetti. Made possible by the support of the Dineen Classical Music Gift Fund.

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

Mother Goose Monday On Mondays from 10 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Recommended for infants and toddlers. Nursery rhymes, songs, and finger plays. “Granny Jean” Klein, wellversed in early childhood development, introduces babies and toddlers to playful rhymes, songs, and puppetry. Parents and caregivers participate with the children at the library and are encouraged to continue the activities at home. Because the program is often a child’s first experience in an audience setting, it is important that adults strive to arrive on time and actively help children focus on the presentation. For more information, call the Children’s Reference Desk at 231-3162.

Lunch at La Scala On Mondays from noon to 3 p.m. No need to travel to Italy. Join the library here in Rye for six Mondays at noon (bring lunch or a snack) and watch some of the most popular operas ever recorded at Italy’s famed La Scala. On April 17, experi-

On Mondays through Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Children’s Room, when the library is open. For grades K–5. Drop by the library where Rye teachers offer homework help to students attending local public and private elementary schools in the Rye and close surrounding areas. This is a free program sponsored by the Auxiliary Board of the Rye Free Reading Room, Woman’s Club of Rye/Children’s Philanthropy Section, and the PTO of the Rye Schools.

Marilyn’s Musical Maracas A Bilingual Storytime On Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. in the Meeting Room. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Join Marilyn Castillo at the library on Tuesday mornings for a blast of culture, music, and language in Spanish. Have fun learning simple words, numbers, and colors en español through simple songs and rhymes, while moving to music fiesta style. Music helps children retain words and expressions much more effectively. The rhythm of the music, as well as the repetitive patterns within the song, helps kids memorize new words, making it an easy way to teach a second language.

Spin-A-Yarn On Tuesdays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Ogden Nash Room. Open to the public. Information needlework, fabric arts get-together. Bring your own

project and supplies and work and chat.

Wiggle, Giggle Time On Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m. or 11 a.m. in the Meeting Room. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Please choose one session to attend. Children will wiggle to music, giggle to funny rhymes, and pretend to be wild and wonderful animals in this lively interactive program with “Dawny Dew” Halasz. Music is a natural connection tool. It brings people together and helps them interact with one another. Children are engaged with the use of puppets, felt board activities, nursery rhymes, and songs. This activity encourages active participation by parents and other caregivers. This 20-minute weekly musical program promotes early language skills and socialization. Please note that doors close five minutes after the program begins to prevent interruptions and help focus audience attention on the presenter. Please be prepared to enjoy the Children’s Room while waiting for the next session to begin. For more information, contact the Children’s Reference Desk at 231-3162.

Graham Clarke’s Musical Fridays On Fridays from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Meeting Room. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Families are always welcome. Rock out at the Rye Free Reading Room on Friday mornings when popular children’s musician Graham Clarke performs. Kids love Graham’s silly humor and fun songs and will enjoy moving and grooving to the beat with this energetic performer. Please arrive early to find parking; doors will be closed 10 minutes after show begins or when room is at “fire code” capacity, and no one will be admitted after that. Weather permitting, Graham’s performance will be outside on the Village Green where a larger audience can be accommodated.

The Rye Arts Center The Rye Arts Center is located at 51 Milton Road in Rye. Winter classes have begun. For more information, call 967-0700 or visit ryeartscenter.org.

Spring and Summer Classes Spring and summer classes are now available. The Rye Arts Center offers a wide range of

visual and performing arts and STEAM program opportunities for children, teens and adults at all skill levels. Explore the center’s guide and find the perfect creative outlet for you and your family at ryeartscenter.org.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester LEGO City Builder Enjoy building city scenes with LEGO bricks at home? Let your creativity loose with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s newest play space: LEGO City Builder. This is an interactive city that visitors can add their own elements and designs right into the display. The new play area includes skyscrapers, police and fire stations, cafes, suburban streets, beaches, a LEGO Friends section and more. Celebrate the grand opening of this exciting new space with photo opportunities and custom builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. Admission starts at $16.95; children under age 2 are free. Opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St. in Yonkers. For more information, call 844-740-9223 or visit westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter.com.

County news Golf course openings The six county-owned golf courses are now open, with the last of the snow melting. The courses are: Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 2313481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 862-5283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 864-3000, in Ossining. For more information, visit golf.westchestergov.com.

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Legislators to give more county contracts to veterans The Westchester County Board of Legislators passed legislation on Monday aimed at giving Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB) more of the County’s future contracts across all County Departments, including Westchester County Community College. The legislation, which was first proposed by Legislator Margaret Cunzio (C) Mount Pleasant, North Castle, Pleasantville, requires departments and offices of the County to encourage the participation of Certified SDVOB’s in the county contracting process, and to document efforts to do so. It does not establish a fixed “quota” requirement. Westchester County’s Office of Veterans Affairs will prepare and submit an annual report in cooperation with the various county departments to be submitted by June 1st each year to the County Executive and the Board of Legislators. The SDVOB Act was discussed and passed out of the Budget & Appropriations Committee, Chaired by Legislator Catherine Borgia and the Seniors & Constituencies Committee, Chaired by Legislator David Tubiolo. Westchester’s

legislation is similar to a New York State Executive Law which is designed, among other things, to provide opportunities for a SDVOB’s to participate in state contracts. That State Executive Order is currently set to expire on March 31, 2019. Currently, there are approximately 15 certified SDVOB’s operating in Westchester County with nearly 450 such businesses statewide. These businesses provide goods and services across a broad spectrum of industries like construction/demolition, IT services, office furniture distribution, heavy equipment sales, staffing services, and pest control and janitorial services. Legislator Margaret Cunzio has advocated for the SDVOB Act since the last Legislative term and has worked closely with William Segel a combat veteran and SDVOB owner who lives in her district and with Ron Tocci, Westchester’s Director of Veterans Services. “William and other Veterans deserve our gratitude for the sacrifices they have made on our behalf but they also deserve real world opportunities to establish themselves and their businesses once their service time has ended. Because of their mil-

itary experience, Veteran business owners tend to have strong leadership skills, work ethic and discipline. All the things we look for when contracting with private businesses on behalf of Westchester taxpayers.” Cunzio added, “Veterans often hire other veterans and that is a sector of the employment market that needs and deserves special attention.” County Executive George Latimer said, “This measure is a common sense way to do what we can in here in Westchester to help those who gave so much to help us. I am proud of the work done here by my colleagues in Government on the Board of Legislators to honor Westchester’s approximately 40,000 veterans. I look forward to signing this bill and – though our Director of Veterans Services Ron Tocci – overseeing its implementation.” Minority Leader John Testa an early supporter of the SDVOB Act said, “This is a very effective and tangible way that we can show our Veterans that we appreciate their service and their exceptional training. It is also an effective way to help them establish themselves as civilian business people and contribute to our local economy.” (Submitted)

Legislator Margaret Cunzio (middle-bottom row) with Legislative colleagues and William Segel (5th from left- back row) following committee meetings on SDVOB Act. Submitted photo

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Former First Lady Barbara Bush, a native of the city of Rye, died last week. She was 92.

After declining treatment during several hospitalizations, in which she was hospitalized for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, commonly known as COPD, and congestive heart failure, the former first lady passed away on April 17. Bush had also been suffering from Graves’ disease, a thyroid condition, for many years before her death. She was accompanied by her loved ones at her home in Houston at the time of her death. Bush, who grew up in Rye and attended the Rye Country Day

Her family is well-known for its political figures, as her son George W. Bush served two terms as the president from 2001 to 2009, and her other son Jeb Bush, the former Florida governor, recently tried to capture the Republican nomination during

the 2016 presidential election. Barbara Bush was known for supporting many humanitarian causes, including universal literacy. She founded the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy while serving as the first lady. In 1995, Barbara Bush was

awarded for Greatest Public Service Benefiting the Disadvantaged. She also won an award, the Miss America Woman of Achievement Award, for her work with many literacy programs. -Reporting by Franco Fino

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LEGAL NOTICES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF RYE, NEW YORK RECOMMENDATION: BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION PROCEDURES The proposed resolution relative to the 2018 Budget Vote and Election Procedures reads as follows: WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2604 of the Education Law, as amended, the City School District of Rye, New York was declared to be a single school election district by resolution of the Board of Education of said district adopted on March 21, 1952, and as provided by said Section 2604 the School Election District thus formed will continue in existence until modified by resolution of the Board of Education; and WHEREAS, other provisions for conducting the Annual School Election for the City School District of Rye, New York in May, 2018 should be the subject of further resolutions of the Board of Education; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: T hat, as provided by Section 2602 of the Education Law, as amended, the Annual School Budget Vote and Election, for the City School District of Rye, New York, be held on May 15, 2018 and the polls shall be open from 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.; and be it further RESOLVED: T hat the District Clerk of the City School District of Rye, New York, cause to be published in a newspaper of record the weeks of March 28, 2018, April 9, 2018, April 23, 2018 and May 7, 2018 a notice of the Annual School Budget Vote and Election to be held on May 15, 2018 in accordance with the requirements of Section 2605 of the Education Law, as amended, which shall state the day of the budget vote and election, the hours, and that an accurate description of the boundaries of the school election district comprising said City School District of Rye, New York is on file and may be inspected in the office of the Board of Education, 555 Theodore Fremd Avenue, Suite B-101, Rye, New York, and the Rye Middle School where the election is to be held; and which shall include a Notice Of Registration and that such notice shall state that at a place and hour designated above for that purpose the Board of Registration shall meet to prepare the school election register, and that any person who did not register for said preceding general election or register thereafter, may, in order to be entitled to vote, present himself personally for registration on April 17, 2018 but no later than May 1, 2018; and which shall further state when the School Election District Register has been filed and the place at which it is on file and the hours during which it will be open for inspection on each school day up to May 15, 2018; and which shall include that all referenda to be petitioned for the ballot must be submitted, in the form and manner as required by Election Law, to the District Clerk of the City School District of Rye, New York, on behalf of the Board of Education of said District, no later than April 16, 2018; and be it further

RESOLVED: T hat pursuant to Section 2607 of the Education Law, as amended, there be appointed at least two qualified voters per voting machine used residing in the school election district constituting the City School District of Rye, New York to act as Inspectors of Election in such School Election District, with compensation not to exceed the basic compensation paid at the preceding General Election per hour to each such inspector, and that the District Clerk be authorized and directed to arrange for the employment of such Inspectors of Election; and be it further

RESOLVED: T hat the Board of Registration be and it hereby is directed to meet at the Administration Office, 555 Theodore Fremd Avenue, Suite B-101, Rye, NY on April 17, 2018 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of adding registers for the City of Rye, New York, as prepared by the Board of Registration of said City for the November general election, as furnished by the Board of Elections, White Plains, New York, the names of such additional qualified voters who shall present themselves personally for registration for the Annual School Election to be held on May 15, 2018; and

a) That said Board of Registration is directed to prepare for the City School District of Rye, New York Election District a register for said annual budget vote and election to be held May 15, 2018 which shall so far as is practicable be in the same form as registers of voters in an election district for a general election in a city or village having 5,000 inhabitants or more under the election law and shall be arranged alphabetically by the first letter of the surname, with a statement of the place of residence by street and number; there shall be used as the basis of such City School Election District Register, copies of the registers of the City of Rye, New York for the November, 2017 general election, as supplied by the Board of Elections, which copies of the registers shall be placed in the custody of the Board of Education of the City School District, and to which copies of said Board shall add the names, addresses and such other data as required by law of all other qualified voters who may present themselves personally for registration as provided in this resolution; it being provided, however, that only those whose names do not appear on copies of the register for the aforementioned, November, 2017 general election registers, shall be required to personally present themselves for registration in order to qualify for voting at said May 15, 2018 City School District of Rye, New York election. b) That the school election district register, prepared as provided above, shall immediately upon completion and not later than May 1, 2018, be filed in the office of the District Clerk, and thereafter, on Mondays through Fridays until May 15, 2018, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., school holidays excepted, shall be open to inspection by any qualified voter of the school district; and upon the filing of such register; and c) That any person who is duly qualified to vote and who registered for said preceding general election and whose name was by mistake, error or neglect of the Board of Registration omitted from the school election district register, may at any time, either before or during election day, request the District Clerk to place the name of such voter on the school election district register and the District Clerk shall then proceed as provided in Subdivision 7 of Section 2606 of the Education Law, as amended; and d) That challenges of voters prior to the day of election shall be made and dealt with as provided in Subdivision 8 and 9 of Section 2606 of the Education Law; and e) That the District Clerk is directed to cause the school election district registers to be delivered on May 15, 2018, before the opening of the polls to the Inspectors of Election; and f) That no person shall be entitled to vote whose name does not appear upon said school election district register; and that all persons whose names appear upon the register prepared for such elections as residing in such school election district shall be permitted to vote in such election. and be it further RESOLVED: T hat the manner of making nominations of candidates for election as members of the Board of Education at the annual school budget vote and election to be held May 15, 2018 for the purpose of preparing ballots for voting machines be as follows: Nominations of candidates for election of three (3) members of the Board of Education of the City School District

of Rye, New York for a term of three years beginning July 1, 2018 shall be made in accordance with Section 2608 of the Education Law, as amended, by Petition directed to the Board of Education and signed by at least 100 persons qualified to vote at school elections in said City School District of Rye, New York. Each such petition shall contain the name and residence of the candidate to be so nominated, who shall be a qualified voter of the City School District of Rye, New York, and who has been a resident of said school district for a period of at least one year immediately preceding the date of the budget vote/election. Each such petition shall be filed with the District Clerk of the City School District of Rye, New York on or before April 25, 2018 and shall be available for inspection at all reasonable hours. If a candidate, after a petition in his/her behalf shall have been duly filed with the District Clerk, and prior to May 15, 2018, shall decline to accept the nomination, die, remove from the District, accept a City office, or become otherwise disqualified for such City School District office, a further petition may be filed with the District Clerk, nominating another candidate in his place and stead, which petition shall in all respects comply with the above requirements for petitions except that it may be filed at any time up to and including May 8, 2018. Prior to the day of said election, sample ballots shall be available containing the budget resolution and the names of all candidates nominated as above provided, and arranged in the order as determined by the drawing by lot, as will appear on voting machines together with suitable instructions. Voting machines shall be used for the recording of votes at the annual school budget vote and election to be held May 15, 2018 in the City School District of Rye, New York and the form of ballot for said voting machines shall be prepared, with the position of candidates on the ballot to be determined by lot with suitable instructions relating to the number of candidates for which a voter is permitted to vote, etc.; voting for candidates who have not been nominated as above provided; and be it further RESOLVED: T hat the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Rye, under the authority given to it in Section 2613 of the Education Law of the State of New York (added by Chapter 219, Laws of 1978) elects to provide for absentee ballots for the election of candidates to the Board of Education in accordance with the provisions of Section 2018-a of the Education Law, and it be it further RESOLVED: T hat the Clerk of the School District is directed to have ballots printed and made available for use in the budget vote/election of Board Members; and be it further

RESOLVED: T hat the District Clerk be and she hereby is authorized and directed to make all necessary arrangements for the conduct of the May 15, 2018 Annual School Budget Vote and Election in the City School District of Rye, New York. Elaine M. Cuglietto Rye City School District District Clerk

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In defense of Jeter LIVE MIKE Mike Smith

As someone who has plied his trade as a sports reporter for much of his adult life, when it comes to debates about the media’s role in American life, I side – more often than not – with the journalist. In a time when more and more people seek to discredit the motives of media members, I can’t help but come to their defense, except perhaps in instances of the most egregious examples of journalistic bias and grandstanding. But for the life of me, I can’t find it within myself to defend Bryant Gumbel. On an April 24 airing of HBO’s Real Sports, a program I have greatly admired for years, Gumbel interviewed Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter, pressing the former Yankee great on some of his front office moves during his short tenure at the helm of the NL East ballclub. The premise behind Gumbel’s line of questioning was sound enough – since taking the reins of the team, Jeter

has jettisoned many of the Marlins’ top players, including Giancarlo Stanton, Christian Yelich and Marcell Ozuna, in the hopes of shedding payroll. Jeter has publicly stated that this proposed rebuild of the Marlins – while clearly frustrating for fans – is the only way to ensure that the team will be a viable contender down the road. But Gumbel hammered Jeter, asking the first-year CEO flat-out if he was trying to lose games – or at least has knowingly put the Marlins in a position where winning games would be difficult, if not impossible. Jeter, as you may have heard, did not take kindly to Gumbel’s implications, and the sit-down got a bit heated. But here’s the thing; Gumbel was asking fairly obvious questions, it seemed, simply to get a rise out of a high profile interviewee. Of course the Marlins aren’t going to win many games! Common sense would dictate that when you ship off your stars for prospects, your team is bound to take a downturn. It’s a process

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that has played out in professional sports for eons now. And it’s not like the Marlins were exactly world-beaters with their stars anyway; last season, the team finished with a sub-.500 record despite having the National League MVP on the roster. So you blow it up, restock the farm system with young, affordable talent and hope that, in a few years, those players form the base of a new nucleus that can carry the team. Just look at the Philadelphia 76ers; years of tanking and acquiring high draft picks is finally starting to pay off, as the Sixers recently bested the Miami Heat in a first-round NBA playoff series. It was a process, said Sixers’ executives, and now we’re seeing the results. But of course Jeter couldn’t admit his team was lousy, it’s something that front office members are pretty hesitant to do, for obvious reasons. Gumbel, I think, knew this all too well, and figured that if he could get Jeter to lose his cool, he could get a little publicity out of the interview. “Gotcha” journalism at its finest. I don’t fault Jeter for getting

On an April 24 airing of HBO’s Real Sports, Derek Jeter fielded some uncomfortable questions from host Bryant Gumbel. But Sports Editor Mike Smith is springing to the Yankee legend’s defense. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org

agitated. It was the reaction Gumbel wanted and he got it – as well as several news stories about the interview before it

aired. It’s just a shame that he had to stoop so low to promote the show. And it’s an even bigger shame

that I’m defending Jeter.

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Garnets outlast Tigers BASEBALL

non-league

RYE 4 MAMARONECK 1 DISBROW PARK

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Game Notes: • Sean Hale picked up the win with four innings of solid work in relief • Max Bohn recorded Mamaroneck’s lone RBI • The Garnets will play rival Harrison on April 28 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor A matchup between two of the most prominent baseball programs in the area turned into a battle of the bullpens on Tuesday, as Rye hosted Mamaroneck in a non-league affair. In the end, it was a sharp relief performance by Sean Hale and a three-run fifth inning that proved the difference-maker, as the Garnets topped the Tigers 4-1. Hale picked up the win for Rye, tossing four innings of one-run baseball after coming on for starter Sean Thompson, as the Garnets improved to 7-0-1 on the season. Peter Ferraro, who entered a tie game in the bottom of the fifth inning, surrendered three runs and was saddled with the loss. “Sometimes we start the game slow, but we knew we were going to need to start fast today and bring the intensity,” Hale said. “It takes us a while to adjust, but like you saw, once we get on them, we get on them.” Rye drew first blood in the fourth inning on a sacrifice fly by Alex Noga, but the Tigers roared back in the top of the fifth when Max Bohn singled in Chris Watroba to knot the score at 1-1. The Garnets answered with three runs in the bottom half of the frame on a rally that started when Thompson ripped

a first-pitch offering from Ferraro to bring around a runner from second base. Rye would go on to cross the plate twice more in the inning to put the game effectively out of reach. “We had bunted him over into scoring position,” Thompson said. “And I knew I couldn’t leave him out there on second base.” Tuesday’s game kicked off an important week for the two ballclubs, as both squads will now turn their attentions to a pair of games against bitter league rivals. The Tigers will begin a twogame set with Scarsdale on April 25, after press time, while the Garnets get set for two matchups with Harrison, which will conclude with the annual Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Game on April 28 at Silver Lake Park in West Harrison.

According to Hale, earning a win against Mamaroneck will send the Garnets into their showdown against the Huskies with some much-needed momentum. “It’s always a big game against Harrison, those are the most fun two games of the season,” he said. “Everyone’s into it, everyone brings the most energy, and starting the week strong was really important for us.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

Mamaroneck catcher Max Bohn fields a bunt. Photos/Mike Smith

Sean Hale fires a strike against Mamaroneck on April 24. Hale pitched four innings in relief to pick up the win for Rye.

Sean Thompson connects with a ball on April 24.

Joe Cohn throws a pitch against the Garnets. Cohn allowed one run in five innings of work on Tuesday.

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GARNETS

ROCKING!

Sean Hale throws a pitch against Mamaroneck on April 24. Hale and the Garnets

topped the Tigers 4-1 and will now get ready for a two-game set with rival Harrison. For story, see page15. Photo/Mike Smith