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New York Knicks great Allan Houston met with several young men in the custody of the Westchester County Department of Corrections. Houston took part in a “town hall” program in which he stressed the importance of maintaining faith and personal integrity no matter what obstacles an individual may face. For more, see page 6. Photo courtesy Westchester County
County police ramp up after mass shootings In light of the tragic shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, Westchester County Executive George Latimer has directed the Department of Public Safety to increase communication with local police departments in Westchester and provide any needed support they request. In response, intelligence bulletins from the New York State Intelligence Center and the county police were shared on Sunday, Aug. 4, with local law enforcement through the Real Time Crime Center, RTC. “In the span of hours, our nation once again is reeling from the news of scores of fellow
citizens—in two separate incidents—being killed at the hands of a person with an agenda and a gun. This is not normal and this is not okay,” Latimer said. “To honor these victims, I am directing flags on Westchester County buildings and property to be lowered to half-staff. We as a Country must act, we must do something, to stop this uniquely American epidemic.” Although there was no indication of any threats in this region, Westchester County police also assessed the need for increased patrols in Mount Kisco and Cortlandt, the two communities where
the county police provide municipal police service. In continuation of the Department’s efforts to keep Westchester residents safe, the county police in recent months have provided active shooter training for civilians and law enforcement. The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events, CRASE, training has been provided to hundreds of county employees and citizens. Additional sessions are anticipated. CRASE provides practical guidance to increase the odds of surviving an active shooter event in the workplace or at public venues.
The county police will continue to work closely with Counter-Terrorism Zone 3, the Westchester County Chiefs of Police Association and all its law enforcement partners on training and exercises regarding active shooter events. It also continues to provide training and guidance to the Westchester Security Directors Association, among other groups. The Department will also be exploring adding private sector partners to the mutual aid drills that are held quarterly to ensure a rapid and coordinated response to any largescale incident that might occur in the county. (Submitted)
Registration now open for ‘9/11: Serve + Remember’
In honor of those whose lives were lost or forever changed by the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, Westchester County Executive George Latimer will join with Volunteer New York! to host “9/11: Serve + Remember.” Volunteer opportunities will be taking place on Saturday, Sept. 7, Sunday, Sept. 8 and Wednesday, Sept. 11. The communitywide action event is sponsored by Robison Oil, with additional support from Empire City Casino and Westchester Medical Center. Service projects at the Westchester County Center will take place on Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. “Each year, hundreds of Westchester County residents look for ways to honor the thousands of lives that were lost or forever changed on September 11,” Latimer said. “I encourage everyone to participate in the 9/11 Serve and Remember Program, and spend a little bit of time doing something good in memory of those who lost so much.” “Over the last 9 years we have worked with thousands of volunteers to help turn 911Day into a day of doing good,” said Alisa Kesten, Volunteer New York! executive director. “Businesses have sent teams to create blankets for children in shelters, youth athletic teams have stepped up to make sandwiches for those in need, families have come together to create cards thanking our veterans—each good deed brings our community closer together and builds on this American legacy of positive response in our darkest days.” Many volunteer opportunities are family-friendly, and all will help support one of 35 local non-profits and causes where helpers are needed throughout the year. To participate, volunteers must register through volunteernewyork.org/service or call 948-4452 for more information. Westchester County will also host its annual employee blood drive in partnership with the New
York Blood Center on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Westchester County Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteer Opportunities at the Westchester County Center on Wednesday, Sept. 11 are as follows: Donate Blood (for ages 16-plus) • Create Inspirational Notes & Cards for Deployed Service Members • Create Blankets For Children • Help Feed the Hungry with One Sandwich At a Time • Package Diapers for Needy Families • Donate Diapers For Westchester County Diaper Bank • Participate in a Sensory-Friendly Community Service Project to Support Our Troops • Support Families in Emergency Shelters • Sock and Underwear Drive for Children in Need • Courtney’s Tie Drive to Support Veterans • Create Math Kits For Elementary School Children Additional projects taking place on Sept. 7, Sept. 8 or Sept. 11 happening outside of the Westchester County Center include: • Trout Stream Revitalization with Westmoreland Sanctuary • Warehouse Clean-Up at Furniture Sharehouse • Help Provide Clothing to Children • Help Harvest a Nonprofit Community Garden • Take Emergency Preparedness Training • Spend Time With Seniors • Support the New Rochelle Street Fair • Create Literacy Kits for Head Start Programs • Support Shelter Dogs • Pack Back-to-School Supplies • A-Home Restoration • Trail and Lake Clean-up at Teatown • Yonkers Waterfront Restoration • Create Comfort Kits for patients at Westchester Medical Center For the complete list of the 2019 #911Day Volunteer Opportunities taking place on Sept. 7, 8 and 11 please visit volunteernewyork.org/ service or call 948-4452. With thanks for the additional media sponsorship provided by K-LOVE Radio. (Submitted)
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Social Services celebrates Foster/Adoptive Family Day Foster and adoptive parents, along with the children they support, are invited to enjoy a full day of family fun at Playland Park this Saturday, Aug. 10 at 12 p.m. The annual event, Foster/Adoptive Family Fun Day, is an opportunity to show appreciation and support for Westchester County’s foster and adoptive parents, as well as grandparents, who have opened their hearts and homes to vulnerable children and youth. The rain date is set for Saturday, Aug. 17. “Fostering is very important to the work that we do for the well-being of all children in
our care,” said Kevin McGuire, commissioner of the Department of Social Services. “ Foster parents, adoptive parents and grandparents who care for kids in need are very special people, and their generosity deserves to be celebrated. We are also thankful for the numerous volunteers who make this day a fantastic event, year after year.” Welcome ceremonies will take place from 12 to 12:30 p.m. Guests are asked to check in at the welcome tables at the park entrance directly in front of the fountains beginning at 11 a.m., and the park opens at noon. Foster/Adoptive Family Fun Day has been held
at Playland Park for the past 14 years. Children and youth in care, along with their foster and adoptive families, will receive a t-shirt, buffet lunch, activities like face painting and arts and crafts, and complimentary amusement park rides for the remainder of the day.
The County Executive’s Office, the Department of Social Services, the Board of Legislators, Family Court judges and others have supported this event each year. For more information, please contact Tonya Holt in the Office of the Commissioner of Social Services at TQHC@westchestergov.com. (Submitted)
Foster and adoptive parents, along with the children they support, are invited to enjoy a full day of family fun at Playland Park this Saturday, Aug. 10 at 12 p.m. The annual event, Foster/Adoptive Family Fun Day, is an opportunity to show appreciation and support for Westchester County’s foster and adoptive parents, as well as grandparents, who have opened their hearts and homes to vulnerable children and youth.
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Youth Bureau invites orgs to apply for Invest in Kids services Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the Westchester County Youth Bureau are pleased to announce the release of the 2020 Invest In Kids Program, IIK, Request for Proposals.
The bureau is requesting proposals from qualified community-based organizations that will be contracted to provide innovative positive youth development services, and opportunities and supports for
“at-risk” youth ages 21 and under. Proposers may apply for up to $46,000 to deliver offerings that are youth-centered and responsive to both youths’ needs and interests. Established in 1993, the IIK
program legislatively prioritizes “at risk” youth ages 21 and under in 11 urban communities: Elmsford, Greenburgh, Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, Ossining, Peekskill, Port Chester, Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown, White Plains and Yonkers. However, given the recent demographic and socio-eco-
nomic shifts throughout Westchester County, justification for service provision to at-risk youth residing outside of the 11 targeted communities are taken under consideration in this RFP. “The new vision of the Youth Bureau includes an equity lens, which affords the opportunity to
contract with providers who are culturally responsive and prepared to provide the highest quality of services to the most vulnerable children and youth,” said Dr. DaMia Harris-Madden, executive director of the Youth Bureau. “Not only do we rely on the community-based agencies to help us identify the physical, economic, social, institutional and/or other challenges that adversely impact Westchester County’s youth, but to implement effective programming that will address salient youth needs, fill service gaps and demonstrate impact over time.” Details and instructions for the Invest In Kids RFP can be found at the Westchester County Youth Bureau’s webpage at westchestergov.com/youthbureau. An informational presentation has been posted on the Westchester County Youth Bureau website, which can be viewed at any time. The proposal must be delivered in person and received at the Westchester County Youth Bureau, 112 East Post Road, 3rd Floor, White Plains, NY 10601 no later than Sept. 6 at 2 p.m. Late and/or incomplete proposals will not be accepted. Details about this and other RFPs are available at westchestergov.com/rfp. (Submitted)
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By Andy Landorf & John Colquhoun
The New 60 is a weekly look about what it’s like to be in your 60’s in today’s world: adult children living at home, downsizing (jobs and houses), finding old friends on Facebook and deciphering text-speak. It’s a Brave New World of second homes, second careers and second marriages…and finding out after a lifetime of milkshakes and ice cream that you’re suddenly lactose-intolerant. The New 60 is created by two local 60-plus Westchester residents, John Colquhoun of Bronxville and Andy Landorf, who hails from Tarrytown. The duo are long-time advertising creatives and this, as the saying goes, is their Act II. Even though it features folks in their 60’s, if you know someone who is 60, have a parent who’s 60 or just generally enjoy watching funny things happen to other people, you’ll find something to relate to here—you may even find yourself saying, “Hey, that happened to me!” To read more of the New 60, visit their website at thenew60comic.com.
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Knicks great mentors Obama Foundation program at county jail On Tuesday, July 30, New York Knicks great Allan Houston met with several young men in the custody of the Westchester County Department of Correction as part of the Obama Foundation’s groundbreaking anti-violence program. Accompanied by several partners from the Nepperhan Community Center and the Department’s leadership team, Houston took part in a “town hall” program in which he stressed the importance of maintaining faith and personal integrity no matter what obstacles an individual may face. Houston was a two-time allstar, Olympic gold medalist and longtime captain of the New York Knicks, playing in Madison Square Garden for nine seasons before retiring in 2005. He spoke about his personal journey, from the University of Tennessee, where he was coached by his dad, Wade Houston, to the NBA hardwood and, ultimately, to the Knicks’ corporate leadership team. As special assistant to the Knicks general manager, Houston
is responsible for the continued success and development of the “Dub-Knicks”—the G-League team that calls the Westchester County Center home. Houston told the cadets that he considered them leaders as well; because of the their participation in the My Brother’s Keeper, MBK, program the eyes of the nation remain focused on Westchester County to see if its success can be implemented nationwide. Awarded in late 2018, the MBK program is only one of 10 in the country, and the only one with a criminal justice component. Westchester’s Department of Correction and the city of Yonkers play a key role in the program by providing mentoring and advocacy services to young men of color while they are still incarcerated and then after they return home. Dr. Jim Bostic, longtime director of the Nepperhan Community Center and a former NBA player himself, followed Houston’s remarks and told the young men,
“Don’t just sit here and count the minutes—instead think of this as a moment. It is a moment in time on your much longer journey. Use this time to become economically, socially and politically aware. Vote. If you do so, where you have been is not where you are going.” Correction Commissioner Joseph Spano added, “Because of our MBK program and more than 30 others that we offer, we are experiencing individual success stories on a daily basis. Our executive team and hundreds of partners remain focused on changing lives and repairing communities while simultaneous ensuring staff and offender safety.” After the town hall, the cadets and Houston were able to spend time together in the housing unit’s adjacent recreation area. Houston clearly has not lost his shooting touch, sinking several jumpers in a row before wishing the recruits well and noting that he expects to see them again— pursuing their dreams “on the outside.” (Submitted)
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New Ro teen gets 17 years in stabbing death death will never be used in a discussion as fuel for hate. I hope that, if anything, it can serve as a reminder for young people to find peaceful ways to resolve conflict and for families to hold their loved ones a little closer. I know Valaree would want us to bury hate and choose peace instead.” Background: On Jan. 10, 2018, a group of New Rochelle teenagers engaged in a course of conduct directed against Valaree Schwab and a 15-year-old New Rochelle High School student. The gang of teens, including Brown, physically confronted and assaulted Schwab outside on North Avenue resulting in a serious physical injury to the victim. At the time of the assault, Schwab dropped her house keys and one of the teens picked up the keys. Schwab then
followed the group to Dunkin’ Donuts, at 646 North Ave., to try to get back her keys. Inside the store, Brown stabbed Schwab, who was pronounced dead later that day at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx. All of the teenagers were students at New Rochelle High School. Two other teens, Dominique Slack and Carl Booker, both pleaded guilty to Stalking in the First Degree, a class D violent felony, for being part of the gang who stalked Schwab on that day. Booker was sentenced on March 29, to “shock probation” where he will be incarcerated in Westchester County Jail for six months and serve a total of five years’ probation. In February 2019, Slack received the same sentence as Z’Inah Brown, 18, was sentenced to 17 years in state prison for her role in the stabbing death of Valree Brown in 2018. Photo courtesy Westchester County DA’s office Booker. (Submitted)
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Westchester County District Attorney Anthony Scarpino, announced on Aug. 7 that Z’Inah Brown was sentenced to 17 years in state prison for the January 2018 stabbing death of another New Rochelle High School student, 16-year-old Valaree Schwab. Specifically, Brown, 18, pleaded guilty in May to Manslaughter in the First Degree, a class B violent felony. In addition to the prison term, she will serve five years’ post-release supervision. In court, the victim’s sister, Britney Schwab, read a statement on the devastating impact Valaree Schwab’s death had had on her, her father and other family members. Speaking directly to Brown, she said, “Your violent rampage stole a third sibling away from me long before it was their time. I hope that her sudden, untimely
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Hit movie ‘Big’ to be show at Playland Don’t miss this summer’s most exciting Family Film Frenzy night on the beach! The blockbuster feature film “Big”, rated PG and starring Tom Hanks, will be shown on Thursday, Aug. 15, at Playland Beach, just a few yards away from where some of the 1988 comedy’s scenes were shot during its production. Visit the exact spot on the boardwalk where Josh Baskin locates the magical Zoltar machine that he, with the help of his friend Billy Kopecki, has searched for ever since Josh’s original Zoltar wish, “I wish I were big,” was granted. Be sure to snap your own Zoltar photo for your social media page—Playland’s Zoltar machine will be positioned at the beach entrance, selfie-ready. Bring your own picnic or buy food and refreshments from the concession stand. All food and cooler guidelines for regular beach hours apply. Bring blankets and chairs for seating. Swimming is permitted until dark. Tickets go on sale at the main beach booth when the beach opens at 7:30 p.m.; the movie be-
Be sure to snap your own Zoltar photo for your social media page— Playland’s Zoltar machine will be positioned at the beach entrance, selfie-ready.
gins at 8:15 p.m. The $5 fee (free for ages under 5) is for the movie only. Parking fees apply. Westchester County residency is not required. Playland’s amusement park will be open. Regular admission pricing for the amusement park will apply; however, Thursday,
Aug. 15 is a $20 night with all admission ride wristbands on sale for $20 for those arriving between 5 p.m. and closing. Playland Park is located on Playland Parkway, exit 19 off I-95, in Rye. More info at parks.westchestergov.com. (Submitted)
The blockbuster feature film “Big” will be shown on Thursday, Aug. 15, at Playland Beach, just a few yards away from where some of the 1988 comedy’s scenes were shot during its production.
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Around Town Rye Free Reading Room
DIY Telescopes-Family Fun Night Thursday, Aug. 29 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Armchair Art Tour: Roman Parks and RecreationSaturday, Aug. 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
It’s our final Family Fun Night of the Summer! Wrap up “A Universe of Stories” by making your very own DIY Telescope. Decorate and assemble a telescope that you can take home and use to gaze at the stars! This event is appropriate for children entering grades K-5 and their grownups. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Signups begin one week before the event and can be found on ryelibrary.org. Meeting Room
Discover how Roman private gardens arose and functioned and learn about the public gardens of the Roman Empire. Michael Norris spent 20 years at the Cloisters Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and has lectured on trips all over the world. Meeting Room Story time at the Beach Tuesday, Aug. 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Teen Tuesdays: Paint-n-Sip Moon Phases Tuesday, Aug. 13 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Prepare yourself as Planetarium Adventures takes you on a journey that will Inspire, Innovate and bring Discovery to the library! Planetarium Adventures is a completely portable planetarium that will be in the library for one night only. Check out the planets and stars from the StarLab and see the universe! Contact: Lisa Dettling Meeting Room Story time at the Beach Tuesday, Aug. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Ice Cream Social and Grand Finale Thursday, Aug. 22 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program with our annual Ice Cream Social and Photo Booth! All children entering grades K-5 who participated in the Summer Reading Program are invited to the library to enjoy ice cream from Longford’s, take some pictures in our DIY Photo Booth, and get your Summer Reading Certificate. Rising fourth and fifth graders will be able to redeem their coupons for prizes at this event as well. If you are unable to attend this evening, prizes may still be redeemed in the Children’s Room until Saturday, Sept. 7. This event is open to all children entering grades K-5 who have participated and logged minutes in the 2019 Summer Reading Program. Meeting Room
Sunday, Aug. 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come shop with small farms and local artisan food makers in the center of Rye every Sunday, from May to early December. The market is located in the parking lot behind the Purchase Street stores (enter from Theodore Fremd Avenue). Easy parking! SNAP, EBT, WIC and FMNP checks welcome.
4th Annual Sunset Yoga at the ParkWednesday, Aug. 14 from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Rye Playland Dr. K’s Motown Revue Sunday, Aug. 11 at 3 p.m. The timeless, unforgettable music of the Motown era lives on through this lively tribute revue. The songs, the costumes and the atmosphere combine to transport the audience to this magical part of America’s musical legacy. We’ll be dancing in the aisles and on the midway! The concert is free with your park admission. Rye Playland Amish Outlaws Friday, Aug. 23 at 7:10 p.m. There is no “typical” Amish Outlaws show, with a set list that is always evolving. The Amish Outlaws constantly surprise the audience and keep them guessing as to what they could possibly play next, from Johnny Cash to Jay Z, Lady Gaga to Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre, Pitbull to Elvis Presley, Luke Bryan to Dropkick Murphys. Throughout the show, the Outlaws spin yarns about their Amish upbringing and adventures since. The concert is free with your park admission. Rye Playland First Responders Day Saturday, Aug. 24 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. Join us in expressing our gratitude to the men and women who run toward dangerous situations rather than away from them. Admission is just $20 to ride the rides all day. Rye Playland
Sunset Yoga in the Park is hosted by Westchester Parks Foundation and Tovami Yoga and jointly sponsored by NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital. These classes are FREE and open to any level of flexibility. It is a great community of people coming together!
Wainwright House Living Your True Purpose: for High School and College Students Wednesday, Aug. 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Meet some of the great instructors from Tovami Yoga, fellow yogis, and enjoy the beautiful setting of Playland Beach courtesy of Westchester Parks Foundation and our partners Westchester County Parks. Please bring your own mat or towel. Dates @ Kensico Dam: (register for Kensico via seperate Eventbrite listing)
Living a life of purpose increases one’s well-being; ability plus effort leads to accomplishment; how to connect to one’s authentic self through meditation, art, journaling and movement; the benefits of goal setting.
Saturday, Sept. 14 4 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Dates @ Playland Beach: Wednesday, Aug. 14 6:45 p.m.-8 p.m.
Vino & Vinyasa Returns! Join Stephanie Filardi for an all levels yoga class overlooking Milton Harbor followed by a wine tasting.
Rye Playland Town Days Aug. 15, all day This summer, Playland is proud to introduce Town Days. Each town in Westchester will get their own day at the park with special perks just for their town including: a free mini golf game, two-for-one ride admission, free beach or pool admission, a dollar off food value meal and a $5 discount to return to the park at a later date. Residents of our towns can enjoy the fun by showing their ID on these days: Thursday, Aug 15: Rye Day (city/town) Friday, Aug 16: Rye Brook Day Playland
Vino & Vinyasa Goes Outside! Thursday, Aug. 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Rye Historical Society The Rye Artisan Market Friday, Aug. 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Every second Friday of the month The Square House will open its doors to support local artists who will be showcasing their handmade products. Need a gorgeous piece of jewelry, some fabulous wood signs, new stationery, a photographer, fresh home-baked cookies, intriguing home decor or photography prints—stop by and check out the beautiful and unique products! If you are a Rye artisan interested in joining the market as a vendor, please contact Cecelia Mitchell at info@ ceceliajewel.com. The Rye Historical Society
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Story time at the Beach Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Rye Middle School Orientation Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Back to School Tool Kit Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. In this session, hear from Rye resident, parent, educator, and Novella Prep founder Dr. Tony Di Giacomo about how to start the school year strong. Learn topics like grade goals, more efficient essay writing, optimal study habits, and how to manage digital distractions like Snapchat, Hulu, Netflix, video games and phones. Whether high performing or struggling, this presentation and Q&A will have something for everyone in grades 6-11. Attendees will come away with a clear plan for how to make the most of this school year. Contact Sarah Prosser at 231-3161 or sprosser@ryelibrary.org. Teen Space
Avenue). Easy parking! SNAP, EBT, WIC and FMNP checks welcome. Rye Farmers Market
Rye Events
Bring your friend and paint your own Moon Phases while sipping on sparkling cider! Space is limited to 12 participants, please register in advance. Contact: Sarah Prosser at sprosser@ ryelibrary.org. Teen Space Travelling Planetarium-Family Fun Night Thursday, Aug. 15 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOP Ages 8-13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. In these week-long workshops, students will learn shortened versions of scenes, songs and simple choreography—all from some of the greatest Broadway and Disney productions. Students will get a chance to experience the world of theater by exploring their talent through acting, singing and dancing. All students are asked to bring a voice recording device. An informal presentation is held each Friday evening at 7 p.m. for family. Daily attendance is required in order to make each presentation successful. Please pack a nut-free lunch. Fee Per Week: $395 (members receive discount).
All students new to the district 1 Parsons St. Rye Middle School Orientation Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Down to Earth Rye Farmers Market
All 6th grade students 1 Parsons St.
Rye Farmers Market
The Rye Arts Center Summer Musical Theater: ‘James and the Giant Peach’ Aug. 12 through Aug.16
Sunday, Aug. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come shop with small farms and local artisan food makers in the center of Rye every Sunday, from May to early December. The market is located in the parking lot behind the Purchase Street stores (enter from Theodore Fremd
Community listings for the month of August have been provided courtesy of Burbio. For more information, please visit burbio.com.
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County police detective honored by FBI
FBI Director Christopher Wray, left, presents Westchester County Police Detective Terence Malone with the FBI’s Shield of Bravery for his work on the joint federal-local FBI Westchester County Safe Streets Task Force. Contributed photo
Westchester County Police Detective Terence Malone was recently presented with the FBI’s Shield of Bravery for his work on the joint federal-local FBI Westchester County Safe Streets Task Force. The honorary award was presented in Washington D.C. by FBI Director Christopher Wray. The FBI Shield of Bravery recognizes courageous acts occurring in the line of duty or within the scope of FBI employment, including work with a task force or an undercover operation, grave situations or crises associated with the highest priority cases of the FBI. The award citation for Detective Malone reads as follows: “In late 2017, a violent masked subject committed multiple armed bank robberies and fled the scenes in a stolen vehicle. Af-
ter locating the vehicle, members of the Westchester County Safe Streets Task Force surveilled the car. When a subject entered the vehicle, team members surrounded it with their cars. As the team members exited their vehicles, the subject rammed the cars and retrieved a gun from the passenger seat. After the subject pointed a gun at officers and refused to surrender, team members neutralized the threat. The team is commended for exemplary actions to safeguard the public and each other and for unwavering commitment to duty.” Westchester County Executive George Latimer applauded Malone for his courage and dedication to the people of the county, adding that Westchester is safer because of Malone’s heroism. County Public Safety Com-
missioner Thomas Gleason commended Malone and praised the work of the Safe Streets Task Force. “The Safe Streets Task Force investigates violent criminals, street gangs and organized criminal enterprises and brings these offenders to justice, often at great risk,” Gleason said. Gleason noted that county police detectives are assigned to a variety of other joint federal-local task forces. “These partnerships are force multipliers that help us to protect the people of Westchester,” he said. Gleason also congratulated the other Safe Streets Task Force task force members who received the Shield of Bravery: FBI Supervisory Special Agent Brendan M. Kenny and Yonkers police officers Thomas Braig and Timothy Cooper. (Submitted)
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SPORTS
Mission: Impossible? LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
It doesn’t matter which baseball team you root for, summertime in New York is always more fun when the Mets are in the mix. Sure, New York City is a Yankee town—and it probably will be in perpetuity—but there’s something special in the air when both teams find themselves with playoff aspirations come August. Now don’t get me wrong. The Yankees and the Mets have had wildly different seasons to this point. The Bombers, despite a rash of positively Mets-ian injuries decimating their roster from the get-go, have been one of the best teams in baseball all year, and currently own a 74-39 record. The Mets, on the other hand, looked positively dreadful until the All Star Break, from which point they’ve gone on a 17-6 run to climb two games above .500. They’re not going to win the
National League East, of course, but they’re just 1.5 games out of the second Wild Card spot and momentum—and optimism—is building within the fan base. And that’s the thing that
makes the Mets’ modest run so exciting; watching a group of die-hard fans that were content to wallow in the shame of another miserable season begin to see a glimmer of hope—and gradually
get sucked back into cheering on the team once again. You can tell just from the guys who call into our local sports talk radio shows. Two months ago, their airtime was devoted to the “woe is me” Mets’ hand-wringing that we’ve come to expect. Everyone wanted to can skipper Mickey Callaway, people were calling for GM Brodie Van Wagenen to be fired into outer space, and nobody thought this group of Amazins’ had any heart or willpower. Now, however, the much-beleaguered Mets fan calls Mike Francessa or Michael Kay positively awash in the certainty that this group is destined for huge things. And frankly that optimism is refreshing. Nobody knows what the rest of the season has in store for the Mets. Their carriage could turn into a pumpkin the next time they take on a team with a .500 record. But for the moment, both they and the Yankees are moving the needle, so to speak. And that’s just good for the overall health of baseball in this town. Besides, if the Mets taught us anything in 1973, it’s that sometimes, “Ya Gotta Believe.”
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The Mets have been on a terrific run since the All Star Break, vaulting back into contention for a Wild Card spot. With both New York teams relevant, the end of the summer should be a fun time for baseball fans. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org
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Lake Isle wins Counties
A Lake Isle swimmer hits the water on Aug. 2. Photos/Mike Smith
A member of the Greenburgh Swim Team competes at Rye Playland.
By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Aug. 2, the Lake Isle Swim Team wrote another chapter in its storied history, winning the 94th annual Westchester County Swim
Association Championship at the Rye Playland Pool. For Lake Isle, which has now won 10 of the last 11 county championships, last week’s victory might seem like business as usual, but with a host of new competitors
and a first-year head coach, the win was anything but guaranteed coming into the event. In the end, Lake Isle scored a combined 281 points at the event, edging Wykgagyl Country Club (227.5) and Willowbrook Swim
and Tennis Club (157) to win the county title. Jeremy Storm, who took over for long-time Lake Isle head coach Kevin Lavelle prior to the start of the summer season, said that he was well-aware of Lake Isle’s history at the event and believed that, despite a number of new faces this year, his team came into the competition with a solid chance of claiming another crown.
“Lake Isle is a name that’s known throughout the county, and Kevin taught me a lot when I was starting out as a coach,” Storm said. “I knew that even though we had lost some swimmers, we still had good numbers on the board and the kids never faltered.” Storm’s confidence in his athletes’ abilities was buoyed after a strong showing at the diving portion of the event on July 22,
Two Lake Isle swimmers cheer on their relay teammates on Aug. 2 at Rye Playland. Lake Isle’s dominance in the relay events was an important factor in the club’s win at counties.
as solid performances by Kenya Clancy, Marco Petit, Luke McGibbon and Connor Clancy helped stake his team to an early lead before the swimming portion commenced on July 29. “[Lake Isle Dive Coach] Kevin Grayson really did a great job putting the diving portion on his back,” Storm said. “The divers did a great job getting us the lead on the board before the swimmers even had to compete.” That early lead was solidified on the final day of the swim competition, as Lake Isle’s girls relay teams took top honors with 72 points and the boys came away with 24 to tie Wykagyl for the event’s highest combined relay score. “To see the boys reach the finals and on the girls’ end to put three swimmers on the blocks of the relay finals, that showed me something,” Storm explained. “To see the swimmers up there who couldn’t score points for us during the event this year, that gave me confidence not only in our ability to win this year but next year as well.” Lake Isle’s swim season will wrap up on Aug. 6 at Westchester Country Club, but no matter how his team fares in its final meet, Storm is proud of the work his swimmers have done this summer. “We let the kids know that they’re in control; the coaches paved the pathways but they hit the water knowing they’re in control,” he said. “They know that it’s their chance, their race, and that it’s about doing your jobs.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com