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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Bronx Insider: 2024 Election Desk: Màrty Dolan Democrat for US House of Representatives 14th District: We can beat AOC.

 


Since launching my campaign to defeat AOC earlier this month, the support I’ve received has been incredible. Whether out speaking with voters in the district, at campaign events, or on social media, the message has been clear — Americans are done with AOC and the far-left's extremism and divisiveness. 


 


This election is our chance to send a message to AOC and the far-left and reverse all of their failed radical policies. Together, we can reinvest in our law enforcement, remove criminals from our streets, regain control over immigration, and curb rising inflation.


I know that together we can turn the tide against extremism and usher in a new era of responsible governance.



Marty Dolan

Common-Sense Candidate for Congress


New York’s 14th Congressional District


Paid for by Marty Dolan For Congress


292 City Island Avenue 

Bronx, NY 10464

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Yonkers Insider: Press Release from Yonkers Police Department: For Immediate Release: Yonkers Police Department Makes Arrest in Fatal Van Cortlandt Park Avenue Motor Vehicle Accident.


 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 3/27/2024 


 


Yonkers Police Department Makes Arrest in Fatal Van Cortlandt Park Avenue Motor Vehicle Accident.


 


Yonkers, NY- The Yonkers Police Department has arrested the suspect responsible for a motor vehicle collision that resulted in the death of a Yonkers man that occurred earlier this week.


 


At just after 4:00 pm on Monday, March 25, 2024, the Yonkers Police Department received a report of a motor vehicle accident in which a pedestrian had been struck in the area of 632 Van Cortlandt Park Avenue. After arriving on the scene, first responders found a 21-year-old male who had been severely injured in the incident, and medical attention was quickly provided to him. This male was transported to an area hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. He has been identified as Jadon Bennett of Yonkers, NY.


 


Detectives from our Major Case Squad, Crime Scene Unit, and Digital Forensics Unit responded to the scene to investigate. This investigation yielded that Bennett was involved in a verbal altercation with a male sitting in a white Mercedes-Benz sedan in the area of 632 Van Cortlandt Park Avenue. Investigators believe this dispute stemmed from a previous interaction between the two males over an online marketplace transaction. The investigation yielded that as the altercation escalated, the male driver accelerated his vehicle at Bennett, subsequently causing his death, before fleeing the scene. It has also been determined that Bennett was in possession of a firearm during this altercation. Evidence revealed that no gunshots were fired at any time during this incident; however, the firearm fell to the ground after Bennett was struck, which also caused live ammunition to fall to the ground with it. All evidence was collected by investigators at the scene.


 


With the assistance of Officers and Crime Analysts in the Yonkers Police AWARE Crime Control Center, the vehicle and driver were located at an East Meadow, New York, residence on March 26, 2024. This 17-year-old suspect was taken into custody without incident. Due to laws restricting the identification of this suspect as a minor, no further information will be released regarding this suspect. He was charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident Resulting in Death, a Felony in the State of New York.


  


Police Commissioner Christopher Sapienza said, “Once again, Yonkers Police Detectives, in conjunction with our AWARE Crime Control Center staff, were able to locate and apprehend a suspect who is responsible for a deadly incident in our city. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased. I urge our youth to find positive ways to handle their disputes so that we, as a community, do not suffer a loss of life.” 


 


The case is being prosecuted by the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office, and additional information may be released as it becomes available.


 


NOTE: Booking charges are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. 

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Bronx Insider: 2024 Election Desk: Màrty Dolan Democrat for US House of Representatives 14th District: Replace AOC with common-sense leadership.



Our nation is in dire need of a change from AOC and the far-left's divisive and extremist politics.


 


AOC and her allies put their radical ideology over the well-being of everyday Americans. Their extremist policies have led to skyrocketing crime, a migrant crisis, and out of control inflation, leaving hardworking families struggling to make ends meet.



While millions of Americans struggle to put food on the table or pay their bills, AOC and the far-left are more concerned with policing language and identity politics.



It's time for a change. It's time to replace AOC with a leader who work to solve our problems, not create more. That's why I'm running for Congress – to bring common-sense back to government and stand up for the hardworking individuals and families.


Together, we can turn the tide against extremism and usher in a new era of responsible governance. Join me, and let's make a difference for our community,



Marty Dolan

Common-Sense Candidate for Congress


New York’s 14th Congressional District


Paid for by Marty Dolan For Congress


292 City Island Avenue 

Bronx, NY 10464

New York State Insider: 2024 Election Desk: Gina Arena Republican for New York State Senate 40th District: SD-40: Woke Policies Created Atmosphere That Cost Officer Diller His Life: Arena.

 

Statement by State Senate Candidate Gina Arena on Murder of New York City Police Officer Jonathan Diller.





March 27, 2024




“Police Officer Jonathon Diller was callously murdered by a recidivist criminal who should have been taken off the streets years ago. So when career politicians like Senator Pete Harkham (SD-40), who led the effort to eliminate cash bail, offers his ‘deepest condolences’ over the killing, I, and others are understandably infuriated. 




“Pete Harkham and his woke colleagues in Albany are directly responsible for the plague of violence that cost Officer Diller his life on Monday. They eliminated highly effective ‘broken-windows’ policing — an incredibly effective tool for taking handguns off the street — banned undercover policing, and undermined police officers in the eyes of the public at every turn. 




“At the same time, Mr. Harkham remained mute as 37 cop killers were released from New York State prisons over the past six years. One wonders how much time Officer Diller’s killer will serve under one-party Democrat rule.   




“If we want to honor Police Officer Dillon’s life — if we truly want to remember his sacrifice — we’ll repeal Mr. Harkham’s dangerous, pro-criminal policies, and put proven crime-fighting tools back in the hands of law enforcement. Mr. Harkham’s so-called ‘reforms’ are getting New Yorkers killed.” 

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Yonkers Insider: Political Advertisement: William Wagstaff Democrat for Westchester County District Attorney.


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Vote for William Wagstaff for Westchester County District Attorney in the Democratic Party Primary on June 25th.


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Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: For Immediate Release: ***NEWS RELEASE***: MAYOR MIKE SPANO ANNOUNCES 10TH ANNUAL YONKERS ARTS WEEKEND (Sat., May 4 & Sun., May 5).

 


YONKERS, NY – March 25, 2024 – Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced the return of Yonkers Arts Weekend (YAW) with an expansion of a two-day art festival to celebrate its 10th anniversary.


 


“Yonkers arts are more vibrant than ever,” said Mayor Mike Spano. “This year, we have new public art around the City, thanks to our collaboration with Yonkers Arts. We are also working with our talented young people who continue to inspire us and add to the tapestry of our community.”


 


A collaboration with Yonkers Arts, this year’s festival will feature a range of pop-up exhibitions, free art workshops, and musical performances across nearly one dozen venues including the downtown area and Carpet Mills Arts District.


 


“Yonkers Arts is extremely thrilled to partner once again with the City of Yonkers to present Yonkers Arts Weekend," said Ray Wilcox, Executive Director at Yonkers Arts. "This collaborative effort allows us to celebrate the arts and diverse culture of our City and showcase the incredible talent we have right here in Yonkers. The City's ongoing support of the arts is essential to making this event a success, and we look forward to another year of inspiring artistic experiences for our community."


 


Since 2014, YAW has raised the bar making the City of Yonkers a prominent arts district in the lower Hudson Valley. Yonkers Arts Weekend attracts more than 10,000 visitors a year to City galleries.


 


Community partners for YAW include: Blue Door Art Center, Carpet Mills Arts District (CMAD), Hudson River Museum, MorDance, Philipse Manor Hall, S.I.C. Film School, Untermyer Gardens Conservatory, US+U/Warburton Galerie, WEARTONE, YOFI DMAC, YOHO artists, Yonkers Downtown/Waterfront Business Improvement District, City of Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation, Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE), Yonkers Public Library’s Riverfront Art Gallery and Yonkers Public Schools.


 


About the City of Yonkers


The City of Yonkers is the third largest city in New York State and Westchester County’s largest city. Yonkers serves as the gateway to the Hudson Valley with more than 40 vibrant and diverse suburban neighborhoods. First settled as a small farm town in 1646 settled by Dutchman Adriaen Van Der Donck, Yonkers evolved into a major trading and industrial center. Today, Yonkers hosts the largest film production studios in the Northeast, claiming the title Hollywood on Hudson. Yonkers is one of the safest cities of its size in the nation and is home to a vibrant arts district along with more than 80 local parks.

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: For Immediate Release: YONKERS MAYOR SPANO TO PRESENT CITY’S 2024 WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARDS (Wed., 3/27 @ 5:30 PM).


 

YONKERS MAYOR SPANO TO PRESENT CITY’S 2024 WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARDS.


 


Mayor Mike Spano will present Yonkers’ 2024 Women of Distinction Awards, Wednesday, March 27 at 5:30 PM in Yonkers City Hall (Ceremonial Courtroom, 4th Fl.).


 


In honor of Women’s History Month, the City of Yonkers will recognize Detective Vionett Martinez, Sister Mary Alice Reamer, Yolanda “Loni” Shinault, Meiling Macias-Toro, and Phylisha Villanueva whose distinct achievements have improved the lives of others in the community and whose impact has changed Yonkers for the better.


 

Monday, March 25, 2024

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New York State Insider: STATEMENT FROM NYS CONSERVATIVE PARTY.


Gillibrand, Schumer Bottom of the Barrel in National Conservative Rating: New York State Conservative Party Chairman Gerard Kassar.


Brooklyn-NY…“The American Conservative Union just released its latest ratings of U.S. legislators, and it’s no surprise to see that Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Chuck Schumer have about the worst conservative voting records in America. Ms. Gillibrand, who claimed to be a gun-toting moderate when she first ran for Congress, had a 3% conservative rating for 2023, while liberal Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer managed to slightly outdo Gillibrand with a 2% conservative rating.


“Scores that low aren’t easy to come by. You’ve got to be a real left-wing ideologue to rank that poorly. But what these ratings make absolutely clear is just how out of touch the Empire State’s U.S. Senate representatives are with the average New Yorker. That’s what happens when you live and breathe each day in elite, progressive ivory towers.


“Fortunately, Ms. Gillibrand is up for reelection this year, and we’re confident that Republican-Conservative Senate challenger Michael Sapraicone will thoroughly educate everyday New Yorkers about Ms. Gillibrand’s strident left-wing voting record. New York is facing so many problems under one-party Democrat rule, and Ms. Gillibrand’s and Mr. Schumer’s voting records are a major contributor. If we want to save New York, they both need to go, one after the other.”

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano: ***NEWS RELEASE***: YONKERS MAYOR SPANO ADVOCATES STATE OFFICIALS TO AMEND REGIONAL COST INDEX.

 


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


YONKERS MAYOR SPANO ADVOCATES STATE OFFICIALS TO AMEND REGIONAL COST INDEX.


Grouping Yonkers with Downstate Region Would Provide Approximately $24 Million to Yonkers Public Schools District Annually. 


 


YONKERS, NY – March 25, 2024 – Continuing his push for additional State funding, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano calls on New York State representatives to change Yonkers’ Regional Cost Index (RCI). The Regional Cost Index is a key component of Foundation Aid meant to adjust for geographic variations in the cost of education resources. For nearly 20 years, Yonkers has been grouped with smaller local economies in Upstate and Western New York, such as Sullivan and Ulster Counties, putting the Yonkers School District at a disadvantage for Foundation Aid.


 


“Located in Westchester County, which has the highest median house prices of any county in the state and nearby wealthy school districts, such as Bronxville and Scarsdale, competing for, and retaining professional talent, can be financially challenging for us here,” said Mayor Spano. “Yonkers, which is a downstate district, should be compared to other downstate districts, along with Long Island and New York City.”


 


Over 70% of experienced teacher hires made by Yonkers regularly come from the New York City district, indicating a common labor force region, which was the original reason for lumping New York City and Long Island together. New York State’s Regional Cost Index has not changed since 2006. Grouping Yonkers, where 74% of the students live in poverty, with the New York City and Long Island RCI region, would bring approximately $24 million more to the Yonkers School District annually.


 


Mayor Spano argues regional cost factors used in building aid are updated annually and classified by county, which provides a much more accurate assessment of cost for each district rather than the current Foundation Aid. Westchester County’s building aid regional cost factor is currently the second highest in the state and higher than both the Long Island counties, which receive a higher Foundation Aid RCI. This is a giant misalignment in the formulas and is why Yonkers is ranked only 232nd in the state in Foundation Aid per Pupil, based on the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Executive School Runs. Even if the RCI Index was adjusted to equal that of New York City and Long Island, Yonkers would still only be ranked 195th.


 


Mayor Spano added, “We don’t need to reinvent the wheel to find a better model. Our Regional Cost Index should have a carve-out, similar to what the State did for minimum wage in Long Island, New York City, and Westchester. At the very least, we need the recognition that the towns or cities that border New York City to the north compete for professional talent at similar costs.”


 


Mayor Spano continued, “While the Yonkers School District is a model urban district, achieving the highest graduation rate of the Big 5 for the last eight years, it has done so with non-recurrent revenue. We are edging towards severe cuts without guaranteed funding. We’ve come to the limit of what the City and our residents can afford. I ask New York State to reassess the formula that can guarantee reoccurring aid to our students.”


 


 

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: Yonkers City Council President Lakisha Collins Bellamy: For Immediate Release: City Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy urges New York Governor Kathy Hochul to Properly Fund Medicaid.


 

Greenburgh Insider: For Immediate Release: Statement from Assemblymember MaryJane Shimsky on Edgemont Incorporation.


 

***SSTATEMENT***




Statement from Assemblymember MaryJane Shimsky on Edgemont Incorporation.




I oppose the incorporation of Edgemont as a new village. I have spoken with many in the 92nd Assembly District about the issue and have found overwhelming consensus from them that this is a bad idea for our community. While I look forward to seeing CGR’s complete assessment, the study itself was done on a very compressed time frame and with a number of costly items left unexplored. Even so, none of the data they provided has changed my underlying concerns about what this would mean for Greenburgh overall.




The issue of Edgemont incorporation has been discussed for many years and predates my time in Albany. When I arrived in the Assembly, I co-sponsored two pieces of legislation to modernize and strengthen New York’s village incorporation laws — legislation which passed during my first year in office. But, unfortunately, I had also inherited a situation where Edgemont was now cut off from Greenburgh and the rest of the district, through a redistricting process approved by my predecessor. This has set up a situation in which Edgemont is no longer represented in balance with the interests of the Town as a whole.




Former Assemblyman Abinanti failed to pass any legislation on village incorporation during his 12 years in office, and yet has chosen to misrepresent my record for his own political gain. But, the fact remains that I never supported an exemption for Edgemont from the new laws, and I never sponsored legislation to that effect. Rather, I have spoken out and voted against a carve-out for Edgemont, and I have worked to make Greenburgh’s voice heard in Albany.




Moving forward, I will continue to listen to the people of District 92 and provide my support for keeping unincorporated Greenburgh whole.


Saturday, March 23, 2024

Yonkers Insider: Sports Desk: Power Hitter J.D. Martinez signs with NY Mets to be their Designated Hitter this year.


Free Agent Power Hitter J.D. Martinez has signed with the NY Mets to be their Designated Hitter and to give First Baseman Pete Alonzo protection in the Mets lineup for this year. 

Martinez signed a one year deal with the NY Mets to be their Designated Hitter this year. 

He played for the LA Dodgers last season.

Opening Day for NY Mets is on Thursday at Citi Field against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Other Free Agent rumors that the NY Mets are  interested in Free Agent pitcher Jordan Montgomery perhaps I guess stay tuned.

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Bronx Insider: 2024 Election Desk: Màrty Dolan Democrat for US House of Representatives 14th District: We can beat AOC.

  Since launching my campaign to defeat AOC earlier this month, the support I’ve received has been incredible. Whether out speaking with vot...