Casey Macchia went 5 for 6 with a double and drove in a run to propel Suffern to a 13-1 win at New Rochelle and help give coach Jim Lloyd his 300th win in his 20-year varsity coaching career which spans Tuxedo and Chester.

“I’m thrilled,” Lloyd said. “With the way we’ve played this year, I was wondering if it would ever happen. At the beginning of the week, the girls knew that we needed three wins to get the milestone so to seem them make it there mission was awesome. We played our best ball of the season and it’s a good time to do that going into the playoffs.”

Lloyd, who is in his sixth year at Suffern, currently stands at 300-116-1 (65-56-1 at Suffern).

Hayley Napier went 2 for 3 with a double and two RBI. Teammate Sam Iodice had a home run and two RBI. Kelly Dillon had a solo home run in the bottom of the seventh inning for the Huguenots.

Valhalla 4, Pelham 3: At Valhalla, senior Alyssa Coluntuno hit a walk-off double down the left field line to score Jenna Saldi on Senior Day. Coluntuno went 2 for 4 on the day. Frankie Ann McCauley had the only RBI for the Pelicans.

Scarsdale 7, Westlake 2: In the championship game of the Westlake tournament, Greta Bodine had two RBI for the Raiders. Jordana Cooper went 2 for 3 with two doubles. Bianca Cevallos had a triple and a run for the Wildcats.

Hen Hud 5, Arlington B 1: At Hen Hud, Alyssa Small drove in two runs for the Sailors. Gabby Caruso allowed one earned run on three hits and struck out seven for the win. Cassidy Boyle (left) added a run and an RBI.

John Jay-East Fishkill 5, Carmel 1: At Carmel, Alyssa Rodia went 2 for 3 for the Rams. Jasmine Ennabe drove in the team’s only run and did not allow an earned run in the loss. Ennabe (14-3) struck out five and walked one.

Lincoln 12, Riverside 3: At Riverside, Emily Soriano was 2 for 3 with an RBI. Kevona. Jackson had two RBI. Kuri Borjas had two RBI for Riverside.

Kennedy 5, Pleasantville 1: In the consolation game of the Westlake tournament, Rachel Entwistle, Kaela Fields, Nicole Alleva, and Gabby Rosado each drove in a run for the Gaels. Alicia Marino drove in the run for the Panthers.

Westlake 6, Kennedy 5: In the first round of the Westlake tournament, Julie Lambrosa went 2 for 4, including a two-run walk-off double in the bottom of the seventh. Bianca Cevallos went 3 for 4 with a triple, three runs, and an RBI. Jen Jamieson had a triple and two RBI for the Gaels.

Valhalla 11, New Rochelle 4: In the championship game of the John Jay tournament concluding from May 11, Jenna Saldi had a double, a triple and two RBI. Alyssa Colantuno had an RBI and a run. Chloe Ciraco scored twice for New Rochelle. This game was continued from last Saturday.

Nanuet 11, Yorktown 2: At Nanuet, Carley Davin had a home run and three RBI. Danielle Dimodungo had a triple and five RBI. Marley Becker had two RBI for the Huskers.

North Salem 22, Putnam Valley 2, 6: At Putnam Valley, Samantha Floer had a triple and five RBI. Ashley Robson had two triples and four RBI. Lindsay Gasparri had a triple and three RBI for North Salem. Jessica Dubbioso had 14 strikeouts and allowed two hits in six innings to earn the win. Allie Dick and Justine Ortiz had a double and an RBI for Putnam Valley.

Tappan Zee 8, John Jay 3: At Tappan Zee Friday, Kelly Connolly went 2 for 3 with a triple and had two RBI for the Dutchies. Amanda Carroll (right) went 2 for 3 with a double and two RBI. Teammate Nicole Speigelberg drove in two RBI. Devon Novick had a solo home run for the Indians.

Pawling 3, Kennedy 0: At Pawling Friday, Gabby Rosado had a double for the Gaels.

Irvington 21, Woodlands 8: At Woodlands Friday, winning pitcher Sonya Fowler had a home run and four RBI. Serena Stein added three RBI.

North Salem 19, Peekskill 1: At Peekskill Friday, Samantha Floer drove in five runs and winning pitcher Anastasia Pennacchio drove in three runs for the Tigers. Simmi Kauri had an RBI for the Red Devils.

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At Pleasantville, the Panthers’ seniors celebrated senior day with Alicia Marino (left) scattering eight hits to pick up the win in a 9-2 victory over Harrison.

Marino also clubbed a two-run home run. Fellow senior Sara Powers had a bases-clearing triple and five RBI, Stephanie Rogers went 3-for-3 with an RBI and Nancy DelMastro had an RBI. Jordan Valentzas and Jenna Vaccaro drove in the Huskies’ runs.

Hen Hud 8, Beacon 7, 8: At Hen Hud, Anna Strang went 2 for 3had four RBI, including the walk-off single at the bottom of the eighth inning with the bases-loaded to seal the win and the regular season Conference I League C title. Megan Jahoda went 2 for 4 with a home run and three RBI. Gabby Caruso pitched eight strikeouts and gave up five earned runs.

Lakeland 5, Yorktown 4, 10: At Lakeland, Jenna Houlahan singled down the rightfield line to score the winning run in the 10th inning for the Hornets. Colleen Walsh struck out 10 and gave up one earned run in notching the victory. Jade Draffin had two RBI for Lakeland. Dominique Bisaccia tripled, homered and had two RBI for the Huskers.

Irvington 22, Palisade Prep 7, 5: At Irvington Thursday, Taylor Clewell went 3 for 5 and drove in five runs.

Mahopac 3, Kennedy 2: At Kennedy Thursday, Dariana Wagman went 2 for 4 with a double and an RBI for the Indians.. Alexia Faulkner allowed two earned runs, six hits, four walks, and eight strikeouts for the Indians. Patrice Grande went 2 for 4 with a stolen base and an RBI for the Gaels. Teammate Molly Feeney allowed two earned runs, 11 hits, and struck out two.

Briarcliff 7, Ossining 2: At Briarcliff, Denise Haxhia pitched a one-hitter, striking out five, and Summer Horowiz and Rachel Julie each drove in two runs for the Pride.

Sleepy Hollow 5, Yonkers 2: At Sleepy Hollow Thursday, winning pitcher Jenny Bucci tossed a four-hitter and had eight strikeouts. Nicole Frascati had a triple and an RBI for Yonkers.

Holy Child 11, King 1, 5: At Holy Child Wednesday, the Gryphons clinched a share of the Fairchester Athletic Association title along with Rye Country Day and St. Luke’s.

Saunders 20, Roosevelt 0, 5: At Saunders, Brittany Blair tossed a no-hitter and struck out 12 for the Blue Devils. Marisol Grullion went 3 for 3 with a double, triple and six RBI, Blair and Lissamarie Soler each had three RBI for Saunders.

Westlake 3, Port Chester 2, 8: At Westlake, Bianca Cevallos, Jules Lambrosa and Brianna Mancuso each had one goal. Kristen Miloro had a home run and a RBI for the Rams.

Scarsdale 28, Mount Vernon 9, 5: At Mount Vernon, Chrissy Gobes and Taylor Mancini each drove in three runs for the Raiders. Marjori Marques tripled and had three RBI for the Knights.

Tuckahoe 12, Yonkers 2: At Yonkers, Cassie McGrath struck out 12 and allowed four hits and Alexis Kargbo, Victoria Baez and Casey Stevko each drove in two runs for the Tigers. Kristina Rella and Alina Torres each had an RBI for the Bulldogs.

Nanuet 8, North Rockland 5: At North Rockland, Carley Davin was 3 for 4 with a double and two RBI. Christina Maher and Rebecca Richards each had two RBI. Amanda Smith had an RBI double for the Red Raiders.

Rye Neck 6, Horace Greeley 0: At Rye Neck, Diana King gave up three hit with 14 strikeouts. King also had two RBI and Brianna Cefaloni added two. Samantha Russo went 2 for 3 for the Quakers.

Eastchester 18, Pelham 2, 5: At Pelham, Danielle Cacciola had a three-run home run, four RBI and earned the win. Christina Zaccardi had three RBI. Jordan Amorelli had a double and an RBI for the Pelicans.

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They would still receive step increases, although they will be lessened, and teachers will pay more for their health insurance.

Here’s a press release from the district:

Ossining Teachers Settle Contract

The new agreement calls for 0 percent salary increases in three of the four years covered, increased health insurance contributions from teachers and reduced step increases. Had the two sides failed to reach an agreement, the provisions of the existing contract, which expires on June 30^th, would have remained in force under the Triborough Amendment of state labor law.

“Given the economic times, both sides came to the table in good faith and worked collaboratively for the good of the district,” said Ossining Teacher Association President Bob Rosenbaum. “We recognized the needs of the community and the district’s need to maintain educational programs. What we did will allow for continuity in our educational program and lay the foundation for future collaboration.”

Ossining Superintendent Raymond Sanchez praised the teachers for meeting with district representatives early and reaching an agreement before the current contract expired. “Both sides were committed to coming together to address the fiscal challenges facing the district while keeping the needs of the students front and center,” Sanchez said.

Board of Education President Bill Kress said, “I would like to thank the teachers for recognizing the fiscal times we live in and agreeing to a contract that will allow us to  continue to provide a world-class education for our students.”

Key provisions of the contract include:

No salary increases in 2014-2015, 2015-2016 and 2016-2017;

• A 1.6% salary increase in 2013-2014;


• Teachers eligible for step increases in years three and four of the contract would receive only one-half step;


• Teacher contributions to health insurance premiums would increase from 12 percent to 14 percent in 2016-2017;


• To better serve our students, Ossining Middle School teachers agreed to work with small groups of students once every four days for the purposes of academic support.

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Their report was timed to come before a meeting hosted by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission this evening to talk about the 2012 annual safety assessment. That assessment gave Indian Point 2 and 3 a green rating, meaning that findings from inspections showed “very low safety significance.”

It also preceded a 6 p.m. Tuesday meeting hosted by the NRC at the Doubletree Hotel, 455 S. Broadway, Tarrytown.

The report card from opponents, including leaders of Riverkeeper and Clearwater, came to a different conclusion, giving the facility an “F.”

They assigned their critical grade to the NRC as well as Entergy, which owns Indian Point.

“The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is going through the motions on Indian Point,” said Riverkeeper Paul Gallay. “They’re not considering the government report about shadow evacuation and the fact that we could not evacuate Indian Point in the case of an emergency. They’re not considering fire safety adequately. They’re not forcing Entergy to move spent fuel to dry cast storage. They’re not considering earthquake risk which they themselves have assessed as being greatest at this plant of any of America’s reactors.”

(“Shadow evacuation” refers to people beyond the official evacuation zone also fleeing their homes in fear, complicating matters.)

Jerry Nappi, a spokesman for Entergy, the owner of the Buchanan facility, came to the press conference to counter their views. Also supporting Indian Point were representatives of the New York Affordable Reliable Electricity Alliance.

“Indian Point is a thoroughly scrutinized facility,” Nappi said after the conference. “The NRC spent more than 10,000 person hours inspecting it last year alone and because of the investment we’ve made in the plant, we can demonstration that it operates safely….Entery has invested more than $100 million since 911 on security alone and were able to demonstrate through drills.

Among the opponents’ criticisms was that Indian Point did not power down during the destruction wrought by Superstorm Sandy, and that consequently, an emergency shut-down was required at 10 pm the night of  the storm.

Richard Thomas, director of NY AREA and a supporter of the plant, said the shut-down was caused by a problem with the regional power grid, not a problem with the plant.

To Nappi, the facility’s performance during the storm was another demonstration of how badly it is needed.

“During Superstorm Sandy, we were one of the few pieces of electricity infrastructure that came through the storm unscathed,” he said.

Photo shows Paul Gallay, the Riverkeeper, speaking at the press conference at Peekskill’s Riverfront Green Park.

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They were rescued from a hoarding situation. Little Cruise is blind and Citronella acts as his guardian. She grooms him and stays close by his side. Although they are a bit shy of humans, they are both very sweet and will warm up once they feel at ease.

Contact the Putnam Humane Society, Old Route 6, Carmel; www.puthumane.org; 845-225-7777.

Also, stop by Robert’s Hair Salon in Cold Spring and enter to win one of the raffles that will benefit Putnam Humane Society.

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The city will pay the first sixth months of utility bills, expected to cost about $30,000, but is expected to receive about $45,000 in shared ticket revenue the first year and $110,000 the second year.

The theater closed in October with a previous operator racking up debt. Under that agreement, the city received just $1 per year, but paid for the utilities plus $50,000 in support, the city said.

Here’s an announcement from the city:

 SPECIAL STATEMENT:

IT’S OFFICIAL: CITY OF PEEKSKILL COMMON COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES LEASE more->AGREEMENT WITH RED HOUSE ENTERTAINMENT TO LEASE, MANAGE, AND OPERATE THE CITY’S HISTORIC PARAMOUNT THEATER

 Foster: Lease Provides ‘Steady Revenue Stream to the City’

PRESS CONFERENCE AND PUBLIC CELBERATION ANNOUNCED FOR MAY 15, 2013 AT 11:00 A.M. TO SIGN CEREMONIAL AGREEMENT AND ANNOUNCE LINEUP OF 2013 PERFORMANCES

“We’re very happy to be reopening the Paramount Theater. The new lease is strong, clear, and allows for a healthy cash flow for both the operator and the city. It will provide a steady revenue flow to the city and will once again be an economic boon for our downtown,” says Mary F. Foster, mayor of The City of Peekskill.

Deputy Mayor Drew Claxton says:  “I’m so excited to get the Paramount up and going again. My expectation is that Red House will do more than any operator in the past.” 

 Councilwoman Kathie Talbot, who had served on the City’s Paramount Selection Committee with the Mayor said: “Red House’s business model, combining a for-profit and a not-for-profit entity will provide a strong base. There was tremendous due diligence in our selection process and now, I’m thrilled beyond words, vey hopeful, and very excited to have the Paramount reopen again.”

Kurt Heitmann, the CEO of Red House Entertainment was not present for the vote tonight but previously-released a statement saying:  “We’re very happy to have reached an agreement with the City of Peekskill. We’re looking forward to working with the City.  It’s a great day for this vintage theater to be reopening in Peekskill and the Hudson Valley.”

Mayor Foster made the following points prior to tonight’s vote:

• The Red House deal includes a 17-year contract with a 10-year option.


• The City will receive 5% of the adjusted gross income on ticket sales for every show.


• To guarantee a revenue stream to the city, the lease agreement requires Red House to hold 50 shows in year one, half of which must be ticketed; in its second year, the entity will be required to hold 100 shows, 75 of which will be ticketed.


• The City will cover utilities for the first six months.


• Red House Entertainment projects gross ticket sales of $900,000 in the first year (October, 2013 to October, 2014) and projects $2.2 million annually in year two. Performances will begin well before October, 2013.


• In comparison, the Paramount’s previous operator’s lease provided no revenue to the city. It required the city to pay its management $50,000 annually in operating support plus utilities. The previous agreement was for 20 years at $1 per year.  The maximum number of performances previously required was 60. The previous operator dissolved $500,000 in debt.


• This arrangement was not advantageous for the city, so Peekskill took the process seriously in finding a new operator.


• The City wanted to ensure a there would be a healthy cash flow for both Red House and the City, as a steady revenue stream is important for the city.


• The City wanted to be sure the amount of performances would be doubled.


• The City was interested in having the new Paramount operator retain the rich history of arts and education in the city.


• The City was seeking to have a closer role with the Paramount’s new operator to ensure stability of operations.


• The Mayor is grateful for everyone’s hard work.

Mayor Foster also noted that there is still an outstanding issue with Key Bank, which became the owners of the theater’s equipment when the previous operator dissolved. She says that although Red House can open the theater, they’re still looking to strike a deal with the bank for some of the equipment.

On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m., the City of Peekskill and Red House Entertainment will hold a press conference and public celebration at the Paramount Theater to ceremonially sign the agreement and to announce the lineup of 2013 performances.

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The evening benefit will honor Charles J. (Chuck) Newman for his ongoing efforts to raise money and awareness of PKD. He has been involved with the Hudson Valley Chapter for over nine years. Chuck has served as a co-captain for his walk team, Benny’s Brigade, in honor of his father who passed away from PKD. Benny’s Brigade has raised in excess of $41,000. 

The foundation will also host Mary Wu, author of “Confessions of a Kidney Transplant Recipient.” She will host a book signing with a portion of the proceeds benefiting PKD. As a two-time kidney transplant recipient with extensive personal and professional backgrounds in healthcare and social services, Mary is a nationally-recognized advocate on behalf of the organ donation and transplantation community.

“PKD affects 1 in 500 Americans, and there is no cure for it yet, but there is hope that through spreading awareness and raising money for research there will soon be help for people with this genetically inherited disease,” Newman said. “Cocktails for a Cure is our way of helping to create awareness about PKD, to raise some money, and to have a lot of fun at the same time.”

The benefit will feature live entertainment by the band, The Past Masters (www.thepastmasters.com).  In addition, attendees will have the unique opportunity to have self-portrait drawn by a caricaturist.   There will also be food, a silent auction and a raffle.

Anyone interested in attending the benefit can register online at www.pkdcure.org/hudsonvalleycocktails .  The fee is $30, or $40 at the door.  Space is limited.

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Stephenson is a senior at Fox Lane High School.

A 15-year member of BGCNW, Stephenson has volunteered more than 300 hours since 2011 and remains active in her church and school. She has participated in a number of programs including the Wilfred Jennings Summer Leadership Program, the Junior Staff Program, Money Matters and the Keystone Club, where she served as secretary and then president. In this role, she spearheaded “Families Helping Families,” an event that joins community and club families together to donate Thanksgiving goods and create baskets for those in need during the holidays.

“The Boys & Girls Club is not just a building on Main Street, but rather a place I consider my home away from home,” Stephenson said in a press release. “I’ve been positively influenced by so many of the people here. With their help, I’ve grown to become a mentor for the younger members.”

In addition to her work at the club, Stephenson has volunteered as a candy striper at Northern Westchester Hospital and is a member of her church’s youth group, where she takes part in the monthly food drive.

She has earned high grades throughout her educational career and will further her passion for science by attending Hampton University in September 2013 where she will study at the School of Pharmacy.

Stephenson will be awarded the Youth of the Year honor at the 2013 Humanitarian Award Dinner taking place on Saturday, June 1 at Lexus of Mt. Kisco.

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For more information contact Joseph Diaferia at 646-773-2084 or at ProfJPDiaferia@Gmail.com.

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Carlucci’s 38^th Senate district, which encompasses most of Rockland County, also includes Ossining and Briarcliff Manor.

The office is at 2 Church St. Suite 210, Ossining.

Here’s the announcement for the event:

Senator Carlucci Kicks Off Westchester Office Open House

TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, MAY 8TH, 2013—6:00PM – In an effort to foster dialogue and increase participation with the local community, Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester) tomorrow will host his Westchester Office Open House event in Ossining.  He will be joined by Westchester state and local officials, including scores of residents eager to meet and greet their State Senator.  The Senator’s district is unique, spanning both Rockland and Westchester Counties, with residents having to rely upon the Tappan Zee Bridge and pay expensive tolls just to get from one side of the district to the other.  This office will not only help expand operations across the Hudson River but also provide a more convenient way for Ossining residents to have direct access to the Senator and his staff.

WHO
Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester)
Assemblywoman Sandy Galef
Westchester County Legislator Catherine Borgia

Ossining Town Supervisor Sue Donnelly
Ossining Mayor Bill Hanauer

Ossining Village Trustee Victoria Gearity
Ossining residents

WHEN
TOMORROW, Wednesday, May 8th from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

WHERE
2 Church Street, Suite 210, Ossining

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