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State sees uptick in drug, opiod overdoses By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
Laying the foundation ArtsWestchester will unveil an exhibit focusing on the role bricks played in the history of the Hudson River Valley. For more, see page 6. Photo courtesy bannermancastle.org
Ossining wall collapse prompts countywide inspection County-owned retaining walls are getting added attention from lawmakers after inclement weather brought a concrete wall crashing down in Ossining. On Aug. 15, a large concrete retaining wall crumbled next to apartments built for residents ages 55 and above located on 80 Main St. It is unclear if weather was the direct cause with an engineer’s report still pending. Nei-
ther residents nor the building were damaged, however, in the collapse but the incident sparked a response from County Executive, George Latimer, a Democrat. “What we saw in Ossining overnight should be a warning to all governments that advance preparation for possible problems saves time, money and energy in the long run,” Latimer said.
“That is why I am issuing this directive—it is imperative that we ensure the safety of all our residents who could be impacted by this type of emergency.” Latimer said that under his direction county engineers will inspect Westchester’s retaining walls for flaws as a result of the collapse. “Westchester County has several well-built retaining walls on
its properties which have stood up to stretches of rain similar to the one our region has experienced—even standing up through the worst of [Hurricane] Sandy,” he said. “Regardless, the county will be checking all retaining walls in an abundance of caution.” Retaining walls, according to WALL continued on page 9
New York State is far from immune to a national—and record breaking—uptick in fatal drug overdoses spurred by opioid and heroin usage. According to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control, CDC, New York’s drug overdose deaths, not including New York City, increased to an estimated 2,659 in 2018 from 2,521 in 2017, marking a 5.5 percent increase. Estimated overdose deaths in New York City rose just .8 percent comparatively. Nationally, according to the same report, drug overdoses killed about 72,000 people, eclipsing the annual totals of gun deaths, car crashes, and HIV. The total of drug overdoses marks a 6.6 percent increase over last year. Driving the increase in overdose deaths nationally is the usage of dangerous opioids and heroin, the former of which are becoming increasingly more harrowing, according to the CDC. In particular, the powerful opioid fentanyl has found its way into many communities where, even in trace amounts, usage can be fatal. According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, fentanyl has been shown to be fatal in doses as small as 2 milligrams, making it about 25 to 50 times more potent than heroin. In Westchester County, opioid overdoses over the past year have declined slightly, decreasing to 99 in 2017 from 126 the year prior,
according to data from the New York State Department of Health. Throughout the state, however, opioids—prescription medication that mimics the effects of heroin—continue to represent a major factor in overdose deaths, rising 30 percent between 2009 and 2013, according to the state Department of Health. In 2016, the latest year for which data is available,1,990 people died in New York from opioid use alone. As a result of the significant increase in opioid deaths throughout the state and across the country, state legislatures have voted to sue pharmaceutical companies for negligence, claiming that private drug manufacturers downplayed the potential health risks of the drugs. On Aug. 14, New York joined 27 other states across the country in filing a lawsuit against Purdue Pharma LP, the manufacturers of popular pain-killer OxyContin. “The opioid epidemic was manufactured by unscrupulous distributors who developed a $400 billion industry pumping human misery into our communities,” said Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat in a statement. “This lawsuit sends a clear message all these who mislead the public to increase their profit margins that we will hold you accountable for your actions.” Likewise, Westchester lawmakers voted to file their own suit against pharmaceutical companies who they hold partly responsible for a wave of opioid addiction and deaths. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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Final weekend of Playland 90th anniversary kicks off
Playland’s 90th anniversary season will come to a close with an expression of gratitude to police officers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel at First Responders Day on Saturday, Sept. 8; and to all of the park’s guests with Customer Appreciation Day on Sunday, Sept. 9. Hours for both days are 12 noon to 7 p.m. Ride admission bands will be $15 per person. “This weekend we extend our gratitude in two ways. As we approach the anniversary of September 11, we honor First Responders—those brave men
and women in numerous professions who instinctively run toward an emergency rather than away from it,” County Executive George Latimer said. “And this year as we look back over the last 90 years of operating this very special park we celebrate our loyal customers, countless generations of Westchester residents who visit Playland every year to reminisce and make new memories.” On Saturday, each First Responder will receive one ride wristband plus an additional wristband for one guest. First
Responders must present proof of service at time of entry. Then on Sunday, Playland shows appreciation to all its valued customers with a Vendor Fair and no spectator fees as well as the final Mamaroneck School of Rock concert of the season at noon on the Music Tower Stage. Activities and schedule are subject to change. Playland is located at the end of Playland Parkway in Rye. For public bus transportation, go to westchestergov.com/beelinebus. For park information go to playlandpark.org. (Submitted)
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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.
Teacher-In-The-Library
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.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester
Wiggle, Giggle Time
LEGO City Builder
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.
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.
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.
Free yoga at Rye Town Park Yoga instructor Dhokela Yzeiraj will begin Sunday morning classes at Rye Town Park starting June 3. Classes will be held on the lawn area near the gazebo and “Cope” sculpture exhibit. Yzeiraj invites people of all ages and backgrounds to balance their weekend with morning classes, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. She incorporates meditation along with gentle and grounding yoga postures. Participants should bring their own mats or practice directly on the grass. This is a donation-based class, with no required fees. Participants will be required to sign “hold harmless” forms. People can sign up at the Rye Town Park website or show up the morning of class. Class will be cancelled in case of rain the morning of. Yzeiraj is certified in raja yoga with Yoga Alliance and has been practicing for eight years. She is also trained in the ancient Indian medicine of Ayurveda, “The Knowledge of Life,” and incorporates it as yoga’s sister science in her teachings. She enjoys sharing this timeless wisdom in daily living through food, bodywork and gardening in community. For more information about the program, contact Yzeiraj at dhokela@gmail.com. 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 County Tourism has record-breaking year 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 Robert P. 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 critically 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. City Perch Kitchen+Bar in Rivertowns Square in Dobbs Ferry. File photo (Submitted)
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From its beginnings in the 17th century with New York’s early Dutch settlers, the story of brick-making in the Hudson Valley is a truly American story, rich with complex and challenging intersections of immigration, industry and innovation; of family enterprise, the environment and economic development. ArtsWestchester invites the public to explore all of this and more as part of its upcoming exhibition entitled “Brick by Brick: The Erie Canal and the Building Boom,” which opens Sept. 30. Supported by a $75,000 grant from the New York State Council on the Arts, NYSCA, this highly-anticipated exhibition will feature powerful, large-scale installations presented alongside historical materials, archival and commissioned photographs and personal narratives related to the region’s once vital brick industry. “The humble brick has been the driving force behind the building boom that flourished in the 19th century from the Erie Canal to New York City,” said
Janet T. Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester. “While the state’s brick industry faded after World War II, its presence is ubiquitous in our towns and cities, in sidewalks, buildings, homes of all sizes, public works and factories. Our exhibition will celebrate the brick industry’s rich history while giving it new life in contemporary art forms.” Hudson Valley bricks are both the subject and the material for the artists in the exhibition. Artworks range from large-scale contemplative human heads constructed from brick to commissioned photographs of remnants of the industry to paintings and glass sculptures that interpret brick’s aesthetic qualities. “Positioned alongside historic materials and the colorful personal accounts of brick-industry descendants and enthusiasts, the artworks are a compelling introduction to the history and functionality of brick,” said Kathleen Reckling, ArtsWestchester gallery director. “For the artists in the exhibition, bricks become
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“Brickhead Please Stop,” by James Tyler. Photo courtesy Diana Costello
eloquent symbols for a range of subjects: of the transient quality of the manmade, of the fragility of our environment, of forgotten histories and of shared human experiences.” Photographer Christopher Payne is renowned for documenting the remnants of American industry. For “Brick by Brick,” Payne was commissioned to photograph the brickyards’ legacy, including such significant sites as the Old Croton Aqueduct and the ruins of the castle on Bannerman Island. Sprawling along the Hudson River’s shores are “brick beaches,” sites where over-cooked and misshapen bricks were dumped and forgotten. Payne has captured these sites, while artists like Julia Whitney Barnes, James Tyler and Jean Marc Superville Sovak source their materials from the beaches. “Though our past has spawned many building technologies, our most enduring structures were crafted from brick and stone,” Barnes said. “ Living in Brooklyn, it was an almost daily event that I saw brick edifices demolished, disassembled into piles that were gathered and carted off to points unknown. I started collecting bricks from destroyed buildings and defunct brickyards. Of the estimated 400 brickyards along the Hudson, I currently have approximately 165 brick-
A picture of the old Croton Aqueduct. Photos/Christopher Payn
a view of the abandoned and decaying Bannerman Castle along the Hudson River.
yards (and hundreds of bricks) represented in my collection.” Liene Bosquê, whose large, white, brick-like hexagonal structure include impressions taken of the exterior of the Erie Canal Museum in Syracuse, said, “I’m interested in materials that hold a memory and are also already saturated with meaning. I investigate the passage of time, which changes place and how we look at place, through the presence and absence of who inhabit these places.” The following programs will be offered by ArtsWestchester free to the public in its gallery in downtown White Plains: Songs of the Brickyards: The Untold Story of the Haverstraw African-American Experience Date: Nov. 11 | 3 p.m. Place: ArtsWestchester Gallery, 31 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, NY 10601 Bricklore and Swap Date: To be announced via artsw.org/ brickbybrick Place: ArtsWestchester Gallery Have you ever heard of a brick hunt? Flipping bricks? Throwing brick bats? Enjoy stories, tales and legends about Hudson River Valley bricks from some the region’s leading brick collectors? This program will also include a brick swap where community members are invited to exchange and trade bricks to enhance their collections. (Submitted)
The $75,000 state grant, awarded as part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Regional Economic Development Council Initiative, enabled ArtsWestchester to commission original artwork by area artists including: • Julia Whitney Barnes (Poughkeepsie) • Liene Bosquê (New York) • Ori Carino & Ben Armas (New York) • Lynda Shenkman (Pleasantville) • Susan Cox (Katonah) • Tom Fruin (Brooklyn) • Jacqueline Meier (Mamaroneck) • Christopher Payne (New York) • Jean Marc Superville Sovak (Beacon/Newburgh) • James Tyler (Haverstraw) • Adam Welch (New Jersey)
“Brick by Brick: The Erie Canal and the Building Boom” Opening reception: Sunday, Sept. 30, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
On view: Oct. 2, 2018 through
Jan. 19, 2019
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County to offer free back-to-school vaccine clinics Larchmont Arts Festival: Where art comes to life The Westchester County Department of Health is setting up appointments now for three free special back-to-school vaccine clinics in September, to assure children have the vaccines they need for school. “We encourage all parents to arrange a vaccine visit with their child’s healthcare provider if they haven’t already, to be sure their children are up-to-date on their vaccines in time for the new school year,” said Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler. “Families with no insurance, ChildHealth Plus or Medicaid should call the county Health Department to schedule an appointment for vaccines at no charge.” In addition to these special clinics, the county Department of Health provides free immunizations by appointment in its White Plains and Yonkers clinics to children and students of all ages, who are uninsured or whose insurance doesn’t cover vaccines. Vaccine visits can be scheduled on the first and third Fridays in White Plains or on the second and fourth Fridays in Yonkers, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Health Department clinics are located at 20 S. Broadway in Yonkers, and at 134 Court St., in White Plains.
Regulations for school admissions require schools to more closely scrutinize children’s immunization records, and could result in children not being allowed to start or continue in school if immunizations are not current. Ask your healthcare provider which vaccines your children need. The meningococcal vaccine is required for all seventh and 12th graders, and students also must get vaccines to protect against whooping cough, measles and mumps. Health navigators available through the Health Department can help families and individuals sign up for the health insurance they need. Those without a regular doctor can learn where to go for ongoing primary care. For more information, call 995-6350. (Submitted)
Call 995-5800 to find out if you qualify and to make anappointment for one of the three special back-to-school clinics: Saturday, Sept. 8 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in White Plains Tuesday, Sept. 11 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in White Plains Saturday, Sept. 15 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Yonkers Painter Lara Ivanovic, a resident of the village of Larchmont, will be the featured artist of this year’s Larchmont Arts Festival. Photo courtesy Jill Brennick
On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Larchmont Arts Festival will take place at Constitution Park in Larchmont, from noon to 5 p.m. The Larchmont Arts Festival is an annual event that has been bringing together artists and art lovers from around the tri-state area for 16 years. The festival offers an opportunity to learn about fine art and crafts by connecting the community with emerging and established artists and artisans. Participating artists include painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramicists and jewelry designers. This is a unique opportunity to buy original art, of varying price range, from the artist. This year’s featured artist is Lara Ivanovi, a painter and Larchmont resident. Raised in England, Ivanovic studied art at St. Martin’s School of Art in London and at the Rhode Island School of Design. Her work has been influenced by her travels, especially while travelling around Australia 20 years ago. While wandering through the Outback, she came across in-
spirational scenes of abandoned rusty old classic cars set in a vast empty landscape and huge sky. Ivanovic’s paintings from these scenes were the beginning of her interest in creating paintings of abandoned objects. To this day, she is driven to find beauty and soul in derelict places. Around 2005, after moving to the tri-state area, Ivanovic’s inspiration became buildings and construction in New York City. The lines of the scaffolding and the buildings, along with the light, color and atmosphere of the city, were compositionally interesting to her and during this time her work became more abstract. These days, Ivanovic has been painting large canvases of abandoned factories and warehouses. On a recent road trip to Ohio, she came across old derelict steel mills. “Walking around inside them, what I found inspiring were the enormous dark spaces and pinpoints of light streaming through, and the bare, structural bones of the buildings,” she said, reflecting on the trip.
Larchmont Arts Festival Constitution Park, 120 Larchmont Ave.
Ivanovi will be displaying and selling her paintings at the festival. In addition to art, the Larchmont Arts Festival also offers live music performed by local musicians. And for kids, there will be a free hands-on art activity. Registration deadline is Sept. 15. All works of art must be handmade by the artist. There is no entry fee or commission on sales. Artists may apply for the Kenise Barnes Fine Art/Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s Award of $500. Young artists, ages 14 to 18, may apply for the Liz Kaprow Memorial Youth Art Award of $250. For inquires, email larchmontartsfestival@gmail.com. The Larchmont Arts Festival is a free, family friendly event. Constitution Park is located on Larchmont Avenue, across the street from the library. The rain date is Sept. 30. For more information on the Larchmont Arts Festival, please visit our Facebook page: h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . com/larchmontartsfestival/. (Submitted)
Saturday, Sept. 29 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
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County workers will inspect retaining walls across Westchester after a collapse in Ossining. Photo courtesy Flickr.com
the county Department of Public Works, are designed to stave off steep rains that might cause potential mudslides by holding land masses in place. “We do not anticipate any issues but are prepared for all circumstances,” said Hugh Greechan, commissioner of Public Works and Transportation.
Westchester has experienced a spat of storms over the last two months with thunderstorms contributing to increased precipitation totals. In addition to putting a strain on external infrastructure, the county has also struggled with the state of its sewer systems, some of which are in need of major work. In times
of heavy rains, water often infiltrates sewer lines carrying raw waste, causing pipes to overflow. A settlement with Save the Sound, an environmental advocacy group, that alleged breaches of the federal Clean Water Act has set a time table for repairs on sewers across the county. -Reporting by James Pero
Lions present scholarship to Rye Neck HS senior
Left, Rose Silvestro, director of the Larchmont Mamaroneck Lions Club, and Treasurer Mary Harrison, club treasurer, with scholarship recipient Antonio Leone Jr. photo courtesy Larchmont Mamaroneck Lions Club
The Larchmont Mamaroneck Lions Club presented a scholarship to Rye Neck High School senior Antonio Leone Jr. For more than 20 years this annual scholarship has been awarded
to a Larchmont/Mamaroneck graduating senior who has performed meaningful local community service. Candidates submitted an essay describing his or her civic
or charitable work performed, and how that work has impacted the community. Leone Jr. received a $1,000 scholarship toward college expenses. (Submitted)
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Rye City & Harrison Home Sales Listings provided by the office of Westchester County Clerk Timothy C. Idoni Photos courtesy Zillow.com, Trulia.com, Hotpads.com, Spotproperty.com & Maps.google.com
1 Legendary Circle, Rye 7/3/18 $1,095,000
1 Walker Ave., Rye 6/22/18 $1,525,000
107 Park Lane, Harrison 6/28/18 $837,500
11 Maywood Ave., Rye 6/19/18 $499,000
11 Seneca Trail, Harrison 6/26/18 $2,000,000
11 Tamarac Trail, Harrison 6/22/18 $1,200,000
96 Forest Ave., Rye 7/6/18 $6,400,000
9 Madison Place, Harrison 5/2/18 $1,289,998
87 Avon Circle, Rye 6/27/18 $286,000
80 Fairway Ave., Rye 7/9/18 $2,780,000
8 Chamberlain St., Rye 6/21/18 $2,925,000
75 White Plains Ave., Harrison 6/27/18 $615,000
70 West St., Harrison 7/20/18 $265,000
68 Sunny Ridge, Harrison 6/11/18 $1,518,000
662 Forest Ave., Rye 7/2/18 $905,000
6 Shawnee Trail, Harrison 7/16/18 $985,000
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Westchester Sports Hall of Fame inductees announced Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced on Aug. 22 that three outstanding coaches and a local basketball superstar have been named as the newest members of the Westchester Sports Hall of Fame, which honors outstanding men and women in the field of professional and amateur sports.The inductees are Joe Amuso, Kevin Bass, Paul Dillon and Sharon Sarsen. “These local legends have made historic contributions to sports in our county and set an example for our young people,” Latimer said. “It’s my pleasure to announce this year’s inductees into the Sports Hall of Fame.” Amuso, a Fox Lane High School graduate, was coach of his alma mater’s wrestling team for 41 years, during which he amassed 34 Section One championships, 37 state qualifiers, 23 All-State wrestlers, 406 career dual meet victories, five Section One team titles and earned the title of Section One Coach of the Year three times. He was inducted into the New York State Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2009. Bass, an Alexander Hamilton High School graduate, captained Iona College’s basketball team
for three years, becoming its top free-throw shooter for three straight seasons and top rebounder for one season. He scored 1,729 pounds and 653 rebounds in 98 games during his time with the Gaels. Bass is still No. 7 in scoring average in Iona history, earning him a spot in the school’s sports Hall of Fame. In his memory, the Kevin Lee Bass Scholarship was created for student athletes at Alexander Hamilton High School. Dillon began his successful golf career at Stepinac High School and Iona College. Following his college graduation, Dillon served as the head golf coach at Fordham University for 22 seasons, leading the team to a fourth place finish at the Atlantic 10 Championship. He received the 2004 A-10 Golf Coach of the Year award in addition to the Fordham Coach of the Year award. Dillon is the president of the Metropolitan Golf Association. He has volunteered with the First Tee youth golf development program, the Caddie Scholarship program and the MGA junior programs. Sarsen played field hockey at John Jay-Cross River High School, inspiring her to pursue
physical education at SUNY Cortlandt. As a coach for 36 years, she led the Lakeland High School field hockey team to 12 New York State championships, including nine in a row. Lakeland field hockey has also won 28 league championships and 18 section championships. The Lakeland team has not lost to an opponent since 2008. In addition, Sarsen has coached the Lakeland Panas Lacrosse team to 12 league championships, 10 Section championships, and four New York State Final Fours. Sarsen has helped six lacrosse and 16 field hockey players win the prestigious Con Edison Scholastic Sports Award. The Westchester Sports Hall of Fame honors outstanding professional and amateur sportsmen and sportswomen, living or deceased, who have gained prominence in their fields and who have made substantial contributions to sports in the county. Since its establishment, the organization has inducted more than 200 individuals. The induction dinner will be held on Thursday, Oct. 18, at the Westchester County Center in White Plains; reception at 5:30 p.m., ceremony at 7 p.m. To attend, contact Kevin Cook kdc2@
The Westchester County Sports Hall of Fame will induct four new members at a ceremony on Oct. 18 at the County Center. File photo
westchestergov.com. The Westchester Sports Hall of
Fame is sponsored by Westchester County Parks. The plaques of
the members are on display at the County Center. (Submitted)
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Have a little faith LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
Something I’ve learned over the last decade or so—both from covering local sports and managing my own baseball team—is that coaching is sometimes more of an art form than it is an exact science. Now don’t get me wrong; the “scientific” part of coaching is absolutely important. A focus on fundamentals, inventive strategies, these are all hallmarks of a successful coach. But just like attention to detail and a mastery of the X’s and O’s can spell success for a coach, so can something as simple as having trust in his players. Here’s a little background; on Sunday, my New York City Mud Hens will be competing in our New York City men’s league championship series for the second straight year. But after a terrific 16-0 start to the season, the last two months haven’t been a particularly successful stretch.
We limped into the playoffs winning just three of our last 10 games. Our bats had gone cold, our usually flawless defense was spotty and our pitchers—long the driving force behind our success—were dealing with various nagging injuries that diminished their effectiveness on the mound. But one of our biggest problems was figuring out what to do with our right fielder. Our right fielder had been one of the offense’s bright spots for years. A speedy left-handed hitter, “Bones”—as he’s known on the club—served as our leadoff hitter and was a reliable table-setter for our big bats. Prior to that, he’d played against us for years, demonstrating an ability to hit for power despite his diminutive stature. But boy, did he struggle this year. Bones picked up just one hit in June and July, was striking out at an alarming clip, and all signs pointed to the fact that maybe he just didn’t have the bat-speed to compete at a high level anymore. The rest of the coaching staff and I began to have very serious
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discussions about whether or not it was even worth it to trot him out there in the playoffs. So with two weeks before the start of the playoffs, our team made a concerted effort to get into the batting cages to work out some of the kinks. And that’s where we noticed it, a slight mechanical issue in Bones’ swing that may have been at the root of the problem. Being adults with jobs and lives, we couldn’t get to the cages every day. But with about five workout sessions before our first playoff game, we began to notice gradual improvement in Bones’ swings each time we got together. Enough improvement, in fact, that we decided to give him the start in right field for Game 1 of the playoffs. And it couldn’t have worked out any better. In our six playoff games so far, Bones has looked more like the slugger we remembered than the weak-hitting strikeout machine he became by the end of the regular season. In 13 postseason at bats against some of the best
On Sunday, Aug. 26, Sports Editor Mike Smith’s baseball team will contend for a league championship. But the Mud Hens’ run has also taught Smith a thing or two about the importance of confidence. Photo/Mike Smith
pitchers in the league, he’s collected 10 hits, five of which have gone for extra bases. He’s been the driving force behind our offensive rebirth—the team is averaging 10.5 runs per game—and has made a convincing case for himself as the season’s MVP if we go on to capture our first-ever title on Sunday.
Part of his problem was mechanical, sure. But I’d like to believe it was our confidence in his ability to turn it around, combined with his renewed confidence in his own abilities that has made all the difference. When coaches and players trust each other completely, good things happen. A skipper’s confi-
dence in a struggling athlete can be just as important as practice when it comes to turning things around. Science is great and all, but sometimes, you just have to have a little faith.
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Panthers set to defend crown By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor After pulling off a tremendous postseason run that culminated with a 1-0 overtime win against Briarcliff to win the Class B sectional crown, the Rye Neck Panthers are back this season hoping to use the lessons they learned in 2017 to defend their title. And with 11 returning players who played key roles in last year’s run, the Panthers could be poised for big things once again. Although the Panthers are still in the midst of their tryout session, with potential varsity and JV soccer players sharing the practice field, head coach Bry-
an Iacovelli admits that there are some certainties he can count on this year. One of those certainties is that the Panthers’ defense, which has long been a staple of the club, will once again be key to the team’s success. Goalkeeper Guillermo Pons and sweeper Thomas Crook, both of whom were linchpins of the defensive unit last year, will be tasked with setting the tone, and Iacovelli feels that his seniors are more than up to the task. “Guillermo is such a calming presence back there because of his personality, and with Tom Crook as the sweeper, I think it relaxes the whole team,” the coach said. “The whole team can play with
confidence because of those two guys back there.” Pons and Crook are not the only returning players with big game experience however, as Spencer Goldberg and Jon Casas are also coming back. Last season, the duo teamed up to give the Panthers their biggest moment of the year, as Goldberg redirected a corner kick by Casas to score the decisive overtime goal in the win over Briarcliff. “With as many seniors as we have, it makes my life easier,” Iacovelli said. “They know what works, they know what we are trying to do here.” The Panthers will play in a tough Class B league this year, squaring off against teams like Edgemont, Bronxville and Blind Brook, although longtime league foe Keio has joined another league for the 2018 season.
Jon Casas dribbles past an opponent in 2017. Photos/Mike Smith
“I always say it, I think Class B is competitive and our league is one of the most competitive leagues in the section,” he said. “Over the last four or five years, there have been a lot of good teams and a lot of good players.” Although the regular season schedule has not yet been finalized, the Panthers are currently set to open the season on Sept. 8 against Class AA powerhouse Mamaroneck. The large-school Tigers figure to be sectional contenders this year and Iacovelli believes that an early meeting between the two teams could help set the tone for the rest of the Panthers’ campaign. “Our guys like to be challenged and this is definitely a challenge,” Iacovelli said. “Mamaroneck, Rye Neck, these guys grew up playing together and I think it’s going to be a great atmosphere and a good point to see where we are and how much we have to improve.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
Dan Fujiwara battles for the ball last season. The Panthers return 11 players from last season’s title team. Spencer Goldberg scores on a header against Briarcliff in 2017. Goldberg is one of several returning Panthers with key playoff experience this year.
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