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CityREVIEW NewRochelle August 10, 2018 | Vol. 6, Number 23 | www.cityreviewnr.com
Cuomo commissions panel to draft recreational weed law By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
COUNTY CHAMPS Lake Isle’s Claire Weinstein competes at the Westchester County Swim Association Championships at Rye Playland on Aug. 2. Lake Isle won the 93rd annual WCSA, outpointing second-place Wykagyl Country Club 309-215. For story, see page 15. Photo/Mike Smith
Westchester strikes deal with nurses union Westchester County has come to terms with one of its outstanding union contracts, the New York State Nurses Association, according to the county executive.The new 6-year contract, retroactive to 2016, locks in 2.5 percent raises in 2018, 2019 and 2021, while guaranteeing a 3 percent raise in 2020. The contract will not include retroactive raises for 2016 or 2017, however. “Westchester residents rely on nurses when they need them most,” Latimer said. “I am proud that we reached this deal which will allow these hardworking folks to do the important job they are tasked with while also keeping in mind the cost to the taxpayer.” According to a statement by NYSNA member Rosemarie Camia, a New York State Nurses Association member, 43 nurses affected by the contract work in social services, community colleges and jails across the county.
“Once again, it shows the benefits when elected officials and unions partner to make decisions that benefit the people of New York and the middle class,” Camia said in a statement. The contract requires the approval of the Board of Legislators. While this union contract closes, another larger contract still looms for the county. The Civil Service Employees Association, CSEA, the county’s largest union, has been operating without a new contract since 2010, and is in the midst of negotiations with the Latimer administration after failing to come to terms during the tenure of former County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican who left office at the end of 2017. Because of retroactive raises and the amount of workers in the union—just under 5,000— county officials have shown concern that a new contract could upset an already delicate financial situation for Westchester
Westchester County chipped away at its list of outstanding union contracts, coming to terms with the NYSNA—which represents dozens of nurses—this month. Photo courtesy Flickr.com
County government. In May, a financial review of county debt projections for the 2018 fiscal year put this year’s budget shortfall at $28.7 million. That number, however, does not factor in CSEA negotiations. Soule forecasted that the CSEA contract could end up totaling upwards of $40 million. As a result of the structural
deficit—which stems from the county spending more money than it generates in revenue— lawmakers will likely be forced to look at the prospect of increasing property taxes by raising the property tax levy. The county will look to finalize a deal before the impending budget season this fall. -Reporting by James Pero
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has tasked a panel to come up with legislation permitting unprecedented recreational marijuana use across the state. The 20-person group, comprised of professors, members of law enforcement and officials within the Cuomo administration, will look to craft a piece of legislation that can be voted on at the start of the state Legislature’s upcoming session in January. The creation of the panel comes less than a month after a multi-agency report was delivered to state lawmakers that overwhelmingly supported the move to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes due in part to economic benefits. In Colorado— the first state to legalize marijuana for recreational use in 2014—tax revenue exceeded $500 million last year as businesses and availability continue to grow. “The next steps must be taken thoughtfully and deliberately,” said Cuomo, a Democrat, in a statement last week. “As we work to implement the report’s recommendations through legislation, we must thoroughly consider all aspects of a regulated marijuana program, including its impact on public health, criminal justice and state revenue, and mitigate any potential risks associated with it.”Specifically, the report, issued in July, detailed the potential positive effects of legalizing marijuana for adult recreational use, stating that in addition to up to $678 million in tax revenue depending on the rate at which sales would be taxed, legalization would allow the state to further regulate the consumption, quality and distribution of marijuana more readily.
A new state-sponsored panel will look to draft legislation allowing recreational marijuana across New York in another major step toward legalization of the drug.
Additionally, the report extolls the benefits of not incriminating low-level marijuana users, a practice which can often lead to more serious incarceration down the line and oftentimes affects minorities disproportionately. However, some lawmakers in Colorado, where recreational weed has been legal since 2014, have criticized the move for exacerbating crime levels, claiming that it has attracted transients and criminals into the state. But these claims have been rebutted by various statistical analyses in addition to being labeled as “false” by fact-checking website Snopes. In New York, Cuomo’s stance on legalizing marijuana has shifted over the last several years as he’s watched other states in the Northeast warm to the idea. Massachusetts and Vermont have already passed their own recreational marijuana laws, with the former rolling theirs out this year. In New York, medical marijuana was approved in 2014, but rules for who may obtain it have been less permissive than other states. According to the New York State Department of Health, the Compassionate Care Act is meant to provide those with “serious” conditions a path to medical marijuana—among the list of applicable ailments are cancer, multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s disease. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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Mamaroneck toddler death ruled homicide
The tragic death of a two-year-old girl in Mamaroneck has been officially ruled a homicide by the Westchester County medical examiner. The mother of Gabriella Boyd is being charged with attempted murder. Photo courtesy Flickr.com
The Westchester County Medical Examiner’s Office officially ruled the death of a Gabriella Boyd, 2, a homicide. Confirmation of the homicide comes after a report by the Journal News in which the lawyer for Steven Boyd, Gabriella’s father, stated that the case had been ruled a murder. The official cause of death is still undetermined and an autopsy by the county medical examiner has yet to be made public. According to the county district attorney, Gabriella Boyd’s autopsy will be presented before a grand jury. On April 28, Mamaroneck police responded to a 911 call where they found the girl severely injured at her Chestnut Avenue home in the village of Mamaroneck. According to police, when officers attempted to help Boyd, her mother, Cynthia Arce, 28, attacked the officers by brandishing a knife. Police first tased Arce, before shooting her;
she was sent to intensive care due to the three nonfatal gunshot wounds and has since recovered from her injuries. Her daughter, however, was pronounced dead after being rushed to the hospital. As a result, Arce now faces charges that include two counts of attempted murder. No charges have been added as of press time. In the wake of Gabriella Boyd’s alleged murder, her father has filed the beginning stages of a lawsuit against the village of Mamaroneck, Mamaroneck police and Westchester County claiming law enforcement failed to properly enforce a court order granting him custody of the child. The notice of claim, filed last month, accuses Mamaroneck police officers of negligence in enforcing a court order that would have removed Gabriella Boyd from the custody of Arce. Steven Boyd is seeking monetary damages. In particular, the claim focus-
es on a home visit made Steven Boyd, accompanied by police, the day prior to his daughter’s death, when Arce slammed the door on them while they were attempting to gain custody of the child. Subsequently, the officers decided to leave the residence. “Incredibly, the officers decided to leave the scene, apparently either unaware of what their duties were, in denial of them or in complete ignorance of them,” the notice of claim states. Police have stood by the actions of officers saying they acted within departmental guidelines. The little girl’s death is also being investigated by the county Child Fatality Review Team, an agency that combines members of the county departments of Health, Social Services, the medical examiner, doctors and state officials, who will review the cause of the fatality and recommend methods of prevention. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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nership for the Huguenot Children’s Library. Most do not take place on days the New Rochelle public schools are closed for vacations. Preschool Fun & Fitness, a program for children ages 2 to 5 years old and their parent or grandparent, is a fun-filled hour of movement, games and healthy eating and lifestyle tips, conducted by the health and fitness team from Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital’s Women, Infants & Children, WIC, Services. Registration is required. Please call the WIC office at 365-3677. The sessions will be held in the main library’s Meeting Room and stage on Mondays through June 18.
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On Mondays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Handleman Business Opportunity Center on the second floor of the main library. A trained staff member provides assistance with online applications for jobs, schools, social services, TASC preparation, and more; help finding eviction information and housing referrals, food stamps, services for mental health and substance abuse drug addictions; and support for computer needs such as setting up an email account, creating a PowerPoint presentation, and fine-tuning a resume or other document. Drop-in.
A free creative writing class for children, Kids Tales, will be offered at the New Rochelle Public Library on Saturdays, March 24 through April 21 from 1:50 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. The five-session class for children ages 8 to 12 years old is led by trained, talented high school volunteers, through the national Kids Tales nonprofit organization. Through organized exercises and group projects, participants brainstorm, write, and edit their own short stories over the five sessions. At the end of the class, the stories are assembled in a collection and published as a bound anthology that is made available on Amazon.com. Registration is required and participants need to attend all five sessions. To register, please call 813-3706 or email communityrelations@nrpl.org. Space is limited to 25 students, so early registration is recommended.
Steps to Success: Homework Help On Mondays through Thursdays from 3 p.m. until 10 minutes to closing time in the Children’s Room and Teen Room. College students and volunteers are on hand to offer homework help to assist elementary school students and middle school students (up to grade eight) in organizing homework needs, locating appropriate resources, and strengthening reading skills. The free homework help service is offered September through May, except during school vacation weeks. The Steps to Success program is offered in conjunction with the Youth Bureau of the City of New Rochelle, Monroe College, and Westchester Library System.
Friends Book Store On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Friends Bookstore, located in the main library’s lobby. The Friends of the NRPL Book Store is where you’ll find bargains from popular novels, mysteries and nonfiction in hardcover and paperback, to children’s books, CDs, and DVDs. Proceeds from these sales allow the Friends to provide funding for quality children and adult programming, as well as assisting the library by contributing to various projects and improving service to the community.
Health Care Navigators On Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the main library’s Conference Room on the second floor Receive one-on-one assistance with open enrollment to purchase, change or renew coverage in a qualified health plan; enroll or renew coverage in Medicaid and Child Health plus; and enroll in the new Essential Plan for lower-income New Yorkers from a health navigator from the Westchester County Department of Health
Free Programs For Infants and Preschoolers The New Rochelle Public Library and the Huguenot Children’s Library, HCL, are offering a great array of free programs for infants, toddlers and preschool children this winter-spring season. Participation is drop-in, on a first-come, first-served basis. The free programs are made possible by the Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library and the Part-
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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. 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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Broken Bow Brewery to celebrate 5 years Microbrewery, Broken Bow Brewery, will celebrate its fiveyear anniversary Friday, Aug. 17 through Sunday, Aug. 19. Over the course of the week-
end, Broken Bow will celebrate the hard work and support it has received from family, friends, ‘B.B.B. Crew,’ patrons, the craft beer industry and the community
since opening on Aug. 17, 2013. Throughout the weekend, while a wide selection of craft styles will be on tap, special attention will be focused on “The 4 That Opened
Broken Bow Brewery offers a wide selection of craft beers on tap. The brewery is open Thursdays through Sundays. Photos courtesy Kristen Stone
The Stones opened Broken Bow Brewery in the village of Tuckahoe in 2013 From Aug. 17 through Aug. 19, the family will celebrate five years in business.
The Door,” (Marbledale American Pale Ale, Broken Auger Lager, Broken Heart Stout and Broken Bow’s Red Ale). “It is not easy to start and operate a family business from scratch,” said Kristen Stone, founding partner and head of marketing for Broken Bow Brewery. “When the five of us decided to take the initial leap, we often joked about how ‘a family that brews together, stays together.’ Five years of lessons learned and achievements earned later, we are proud to be a strong and growing business, looking forward to
the next five years together with our ‘B.B.B. Crew’ & ‘B.B.B. Family’.” From the day the team conceptualized the vision of Broken Bow and its craft products, they have endeavored to live the motto, “From grain to glass, our passion for our craft reflects our commitment to quality, sustainability and each other.” That focus and determination has developed into a majority women-owned, award-winning enterprise for both craft products and environmental focus. Broken Bow is a family-owned
microbrewery located in Tuckahoe. In 2012, five family members Lyle, Kathy, Kristen, Mike and Kasey decided to pursue their passion for creating unique and delicious craft beer by opening Broken Bow’s doors in 2013. Broken Bow is named after Kathy’s birthplace, a small town slice of Americana, in Nebraska and distributes its award-winning beer to bars, restaurants and retail stores throughout New York. For more information, visit BrokenBowBrewery.com or follow them on social media. (Submitted)
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Cole Porter was an American composer and songwriter. Born to a wealthy family, he penned the lyrics to the song, “You’re the Top” from “Anything Goes” cruising down the Rhine River in Germany in 1934. Porter wrote about glamourous, rich, sophisticated and often slightly naughty people. And the oddball and colorful characters are sailing away this month at the Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford. “Anything Goes” opened on Broadway at the Alvin Theatre in 1934. Veteran writers P.G. Wodehouse and Guy Bolton wrote the book and the revised libretto is written by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse. The show was a huge success. It came at a time after an economic catastrophe and failed government policies, when people were looking for glimmers of hope, laughter and enjoyment of cruise ship antics; a lifestyle that they could
only dream about. The cast of the show takes you away into a fun, lively time with energetic song and dance plus a whole lot of tap. Every character hits their mark in this show. It’s fast-paced fun with a lot of action. Zach Trimmer stars as the charming Billy Crocker trying to win over his love interest, Hope Harcourt, who is played by Jacie Raye. Crocker is not a guest on the ship and hides out only to end up hanging out with a low-level gangster and his sidekick, funnyman Moonface Martin played hilariously by Jon J. Peterson and Erma played by Mychal Phillips. Phillips keeps Moonface in line as her main focus is the sailors aboard the ship. The sailors swoon over her in, “Buddie, Beware.” Mrs. Harcourt played by Tina Johnson insists that her daughter marry the wealthy Lord Evelyn Oakleigh played by Kevin Pariseau. Pariseau keeps the audience laughing with his sweet demeanor and his attempt to understand
“American English.” He has an innocent rendezvous with Reno Sweeney, the very forward entertainer of the ship. Sweeney, who is played brilliantly by Stacia Fernandez, is as straight-forward as they come, her presence is known in every scene she is in. Fernandez’s voice matches her powerful performance on stage with, “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “Friendship” and “Blow, Gabriel, Blow.” Some of Porter’s other hits are “You’re the Top,” “Anything Goes,” “Be Like The Bluebird” and “Its Delovely.” The musical direction by Patrick Hoagland combined with Richard Stafford and Joseph Cullinane’s choreography gets the audience in a toe-tapping mood. The talented ensemble consists of Mike Baskowski, Kelly Black, Katie Scarlett Brunson, Caroline
Chisholm, Joseph Cullinane,Will Geoghegan, Kelly Gleason, Leeds Hill, Thadd Krueger, Lily Lewis, Mallory Nolting, Jason Daniel Rath, Joey Simon, Seth Lerner as the captain and Bob Walton as Elisha Whitney. It is hard to believe Porter penned the music and lyrics of this show 84 years ago. Ameri-
cans needed to unwind, laugh and experience some joy, a timeless message and “Anything Goes” will provide all that and more.This Bill Funking and Bill Stutler production of “Anything Goes” will be playing now through Sept. 9. For more information, call 592-2222 or visit broadwaytheatre.com.
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Mychal Phillips, as Erma, performs with the sailors.
Zach Trimmer, as Billy Crocker, Jon J. Peterson, as Moonface Martin, and Stacia Fernandez, as Reno Sweeney.
Jackie Raye, as Hope Harcourt, and Zach Trimmer, as Billy Crocker.
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Mamaroneck approves town gun ban
County schedules free Hepatitis vaccine
By JAMES PERO Staff Writer A month after the passage of a piece of legislation banning firearms in municipal buildings throughout the town of Mamaroneck, legal opposition to the law has yet to formulate. The local law, passed unanimously at the July 11 town board meeting, prohibits people from carrying firearms in town-owned and town-leased buildings, imposing potential fines of up to $1,000 for violators. Specifically, the legislation cites recent gun violence across the country as a major impetus for introducing and passing the regulation. “It really is a statement about safety in our community,” said Town Supervisor Nancy Seligson, a Democrat. “We should be public and vocal about not having guns in certain places and local government buildings.” Town Administrator Stephen Altieri said that the law—which went into effect on July 12—has yet to result in any fines. The only means of enforcement, as of press time, will be signage posted in town buildings that is in the process of being created and installed. When reached by the Review this week, Scott Sommavilla, president of the Westchester Firearms Association, declined to comment specifically on the law but said the organization’s legal team is still reviewing the new regulation, as of press time. According to the legislation, the new rule will affect eight different municipal buildings including the Mamaroneck Town Center on West Boston Post Road, Hommocks Park Ice Rink and the Parks Building, located in
Despite the passage of a gun ban in the town of Mamaroneck’s municipal buildings last month, gun rights groups have yet to challenge the legality of the law. Photo courtesy Pixabay.com
Memorial Park. The law also includes exemptions for some gun owners including off-duty or on-duty police officers, retired police officers, security guards employed by banks or individuals “in the service of the United States.” Last year, a proposal from the town board that sought to ban guns on town property was shelved after vehement public backlash as well as trepidation over the law’s constitutionality. That proposal looked to ban firearm possession on all town property, including public parks and other areas owned by the municipality, except for those that were authorized by the law. Among the major discussions
leading the board to sideline the initiative was difficulty in deciding just how to enforce the law; specifically, whether the town had the resources to conduct adequate searches on members of the public entering a building. The town originally proposed that ban in late 2016, following the controversial opening of a firearms store near an elementary school in nearby Harrison. The town of Mamaroneck will join a wave of targeted gun legislation that has taken shape throughout Westchester County over the past year which includes a ban on gun shows held on county-owned property. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
To help protect themselves and the people they serve and care for, the Westchester County Department of Health encourages restaurant and childcare workers to register for a free Hepatitis A vaccine at one of two county clinics in White Plains. “Getting two doses of this vaccine can provide lifetime protection from Hepatitis A,” said Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler. “It can also prevent this infection from spreading to family members, young children in their care and to restaurant patrons they serve.” Clinic hours are Saturday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Tuesday, Aug. 14, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 134
Court St., in White Plains. To schedule an appointment, go to health.ny.gov/gotoclinic/60. “As a restaurateur in White Plains for over 30 years, I’m glad the Westchester County Health Department is offering this vaccine and I encourage restaurant workers to get it,” said Peter Herrero, owner of Sam’s of Gedney Way. “We need to be proactive in protecting ourselves, our loved ones and the community where we live and work.” Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection that can spread when a person who is infected with the virus fails to practice good hand hygiene after using the toilet, and then handles
food and beverages served to others. A person who is infected can spread the virus without being aware of his or her infection. “This vaccine can help protect both childcare workers and the youngest babies and children they care for, so we are happy to endorse this effort and to get the word out about these clinics,” said Kathy Halas, executive director of the Childcare Council of Westchester, a not-for-profit clearinghouse for child care resources and advocate for quality, affordable and accessible care. Anyone who gets a first Hepatitis A vaccine at these clinics will need a second dose of vaccine at least six months later. Those who do not have health insurance coverage for this vaccine can make an appointment for the second dose at a Westchester County immunization clinic. (Submitted)
FREE HEPATITIS VACCINATION Saturday, Aug. 11 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. 134 Court St. White Plains, NY 10601
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Latimer appoints new public safety leadership
Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced the hiring of Tom Gleason as the new commissioner of the county Department of Public Safety and Terrance Raynor as the new deputy commissioner.
Terrance Raynor joins the county Department of Public Safety as its deputy commissioner.
The two men were sworn into office by Administrative Judge Kathie Davidson on Aug. 3. “We have two gentlemen taking on these responsibilities who are extremely well prepared,” Latimer said. “These are men who have been committed to service in police work for their adult lives. They have both been involved with almost every aspect of policing at every level. Both of them know police work from the ground up. These are individuals who have experienced everything that our police experience. We are fortunate to have both of these men take on these responsibilities.” Gleason, a Yonkers native, is a graduate of Fordham University. He began his law enforcement career when he joined the county Department of Public Safety in January 1983 as a member of the patrol division. He rose through the ranks of detective, sergeant and lieutenant after just 10 years on the job. Over his extensive career, Gleason worked and supervised in every division of the Department. His experience includes patrol, general investigations, welfare fraud, civil division (Sheriff’s Office), narcotics, office of Professional Re-
sponsibility and Special Investigations, field services and support services. Gleason was promoted to captain in 2007 and inspector in 2013. “I’m extremely proud of the men and women of the county police, and the work they do every day. I spent my whole professional career here with the Westchester County Police Department,” Gleason said. “I have a deep sense of pride and affection for this Department, and I want to do all I can do to make it even better. I look forward to working with all the men and women of the Department to keep us moving forward, and utilizing social media to better to connect with the public.” He is a member of numerous law enforcement associations and committees and also a graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Raynor, a Mount Vernon resident, graduated from Virginia State University and joined the Mount Vernon Police Department in 1984. Raynor spent time in patrol, uniformed task force and the motorcycle unit. Raynor has been promoted in the Department numerous times
On Friday, Aug. 3, Tom Gleason was sworn in as Westchester County’s next commissioner of public safety. Photos courtesy Catherine Cioffi
serving as a sergeant, lieutenant and as captain. In 2002, Raynor was appointed the acting chief of the Mount Vernon Police Department, the following year he was appointed as chief; a role he remained in until he accepted a position as chief criminal investigator for the county district attorney in 2006. In 2013, Raynor returned to the Mount Vernon Police Department to serve as police commissioner. “To the men and women of the Westchester County Department
of Public Safety, I look forward to working with you,” Raynor said. “I look forward to continuing to enhance the professionalism of the police department, and working towards making Westchester County the finest county in the country.” Raynor has received law enforcement training from the New York City Police Department, the FBI and the Drug Enforcement Administration. He is a graduate of the FBI’s 201st National Academy. “To the men and women of the
Westchester County Department of Public Safety, I look forward to working with you,” Raynor said. “I look forward to continuing to enhance the professionalism of the police department, and working towards making Westchester County the finest county in the country.” Latimer also made a point to thank Acting Public Safety Commissioner Marty McGlynn for his service to the county police and to the people of Westchester. (Submitted)
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Gear heads LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
In case you haven’t already figured this out from reading these columns, I’m a pretty weird guy, especially when it comes to sports apparel. I’ve written about my various neuroses and superstitions when it comes to donning team gear—especially during the playoffs—and the innumerable good luck charms I have for each of my team’s postseason runs. So it may not surprise you that, when it comes to making my more casual team-related sartorial choices, I put a little extra thought into that as well. Earlier this week, I decided that—due to an upcoming trip to Fenway, an ever-expanding waistline since I hit my 30s, and the Red Sox’ recent trouncing of the Yankees, it may be time for me to update some of my Boston gear. I’ve had the same Nomar Garciaparra T-shirt since 2002, my Trot Nixon jersey has a huge coffee stain on the front, and my Sox
hat—which I’ve been wearing for the better part of a decade—looks like it was attacked by feral rodents. So maybe a little online shopping spree was in order. But as you may have guessed, nothing for me is quite that simple. When I buy jerseys or team t-shirts, I have a few hard and fast rules. I never like to pick the team’s current superstar, which right now, would be Mookie Betts. Mookie is far-and-away my favorite player on the Red Sox, but I worry that by purchasing apparel highlighting that fact is a surefire jinx. I’ve been burned a few times in the past too. After the 2004 ALCS, I bought a Johnny Damon shirt—two months later, he signed with the Yankees. After Giants’ rookie Jeremy Shockey trucked a Texans’ defender in a preseason game back in 2002, I immediately went out and got a Shockey jersey, only to watch him become a frustrating malcontent who never lived up to his promise. And the less said about my Scott Gomez Rangers’ shirt, the better. If I got a Mookie shirt, he’d
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probably be on the DL within a week and demanding a trade to the Orioles by December. So Betts, it wasn’t. So eschewing any members of the current Sox roster, it means I have to opt for a throwback. Which raises issue No. 2 for me—I like to be original. The single best piece of sports gear I own is a throwback Rangers’ sweater with Jeff Beukeboom’s name on the back. “Book” was one of my favorite players of yesteryear; a big, rugged defenseman who was part of the 1994 Stanley Cup squad. But the best part about the sweater is that when I go to Madison Square Sports Editor Mike Smith has a few rules when it comes to buying his favorite team’s apparel. That’s how he Garden, I don’t see any other ended up with a Lou Merloni Red Sox shirt. Photo courtesy MLBshop.com Beukeboom jerseys, and the older fans that see mine tend to nod I wanted an old familiar player, the Major Leagues without ever 26 on his back. in affirmation of my good choice. who wasn’t a superstar but whose really making a mark. A career So I shelled out the 30 bucks, So for the Sox? That means no name still resonated with the true .271 hitter, he played for the Sox clicked “order” and now I wait Papi, no Pedro, no Manny and no Red Sox faithful. for five years, where he became for the latest inclusion in my closTed Williams—after all, my indiAnd then it hit me; Lou Mer- a crowd favorite. As a native of et full of journeymen jerseys. viduality is important to me. Could this be my new lucky loni. Framingham, Massachusetts he So on Monday, after scourIf you’re not a Red Sox fan, was the hometown kid made shirt? ing the Red Sox’ MLB shop, I the name Lou Merloni might not good, a Jerry Remy-type for I guess we’ll find out in October. stumbled upon the custom shirt mean all that much. He is the 30-somethings. generator and let my imagination definition of a non-descript utility Follow Mike on Twitter Best of all, I’ve never seen anrun wild. guy who played nine seasons in other Sox fan with Merloni’s No. @LiveMike_Sports
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Lake Isle wins counties
Lake Isle’s Lucianna Gutierrez competes in the 50-yard butterfly at Rye Playland on Aug. 2. Lake Isle outpointed Wykagyl Country Club to win its ninth WCSA title in the last 10 years.
By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Aug. 2, the Lake Isle Swim Team added more hardware to the club’s trophy case, earning a decisive win at the 93rd annual Westchester County Swim Association Championships at Rye Playland. The victory was the latest in a string of triumphs for the club, which has taken home top honors at the counties nine times in the last decade. According to Lake Isle Swim coach Kevin Lavelle, who has
helmed the team for the last 11 years, the Eastchester club’s win was more a testament to the depth of the athletes than any one performance by a dominant swimmer. In addition to winning three relay events, Lake Isle had just one swimmer take gold in an individual event, as Melissa Lomas placed first in the 17U girls’ backstroke finals. “We had a lot of top eight finishes this year and we were really able to spread out the points,” Lavelle said. “We
didn’t really have that one swimmer this year, so it really speaks to our depth.” Lavelle noted that many of his top swimmers faced the added pressure of being among the youngest in their age groups, which may have been a factor in the relative dearth of first-place finishes. “We had a lot of swimmers in their off-ages, meaning that we had our 13-year-old swimmers in the 14-and-under age groups,” he said. “So we knew that just qualifying for the finals and having
Nate Bumstark of the Westchester Hills Golf Club competes in the 50-yard butterfly heat at Rye Playland.
Kayla Lombardo from Rye Golf Club competes at the 93rd annual Westchester County Swim Association Championships.
that depth would be very important.” Lake Isle finished with a total of 309 points over the course of the four-day event, outpointing second-place Wykagyl Country Club by 94 points. Scarsdale Town Pool (192), Rye Golf Club (177) and Chappaqua Swim and Tennis Association (134) rounded out the top five spots in the 37team field. Lake Isle led Wykagyl 239 to 181 coming into the final day of
competition, but Lavelle admitted that his squad’s victory was far from a sure thing. “We were definitely in a good position, but relays are worth a lot of points and a false start here or another team’s win there could have made a big difference,” he said. “We knew we had to swim our best.” Lake Isle’s Emily Gjertsen, 16, won a meet-high 20 points to lead the 17U girls division and Lomas finished with 15 to tie for fourth
place. Next year, with his top swimmers in several divisions another year older, Lavelle expects his swimmers to once again vie for the county crown. “I think our swimmers will come into the year with some high expectations,” he said. “Just from getting in there this year, qualifying for the finals, it was definitely a good experience for them.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
Jaelynn Taylor swims a leg of the 200-yard freestyle relay. Photos/Mike Smith
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