08/11/07 - James Heffernan: "There's a huge potential for new housing in Stamford and Port Chester. I've always wanted to build in these locations,"

REAL ESTATE REPORT

HEADLINE:

Developers expand condo offerings

STORY:

In its first Connecticut venture, JH Real Estate Group is building Liberty Commons in Stamford, which will feature condominiums with prices starting in the low $400,000 range.

Developer James Heffernan will put up 38 condominiums in seven buildings on 1.3 acres on Liberty Street. He also is working on 11 townhomes on Olivia Street in Port Chester, N.Y.

Heffernan, who grew up in Rye, N.Y., has been involved in building ownership, leasing and property management throughout his working life, primarily in New York City.".........

........Four of the 38 units will be sold at below-market rates to those who qualify, but the exact price has not been determined by the city. Last year, the prices would have been about $186,000, Heffernan said..........

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Source: Greenwich Time

Publication Date: August 10, 2007

Reporter: Susan Nova

Source: URL: http://www.greenwichtime.com/classified/realestate/scn-sa-onrealestateaug10,0,3432503.story?coll=real-estate-headlines

08/10/07 - Port Chester Police: Whomever got into Rancho Grande Restaurant, slipped through a jagged 1.5-foot-by-2-foot hole in the front window.

CARLOS GARCIA - VALDEZ

HEADLINE:

Drug suspect admits to 2 burglaries, Port Chester police say

STORY:

Two burglaries and a drug charge are no small matter for a dimunitive thief who slithered through small entry holes to rob two local businesses, police said.

Carlos Garcia-Valdez, 29, was observed buying cocaine on Poningo Street Thursday afternoon, police said.

While being questioned by police, the 5-foot-tall, under-125-pound man admitted to two burglaries, police said........

.....He is also accused of stealing $20 in change from Wellington

Dog Grooming, 135 Willett Ave., between Monday eveng and early Wednesday. That shop was entered through a broken bathroom window, police said.

Garcia-Valdez, of 62 Oak St. was charged with two counts of third-degree burglary, felonies, and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor........

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Source: Journal News

Publication Date: August 10, 2007

Reporter: LESLIE KORNGOLD

Source URL: http://www.nyjournalnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070810/NEWS02/708100457

08/10/07 - Parviz Batliwala Showcases All Of These Items In A Boutique Setting Within Her Port Chester Home, Which You Can Visit By Appointment.

HEADLINE:

New on Just Browsing: The best of India, in Port Chester

STORY:

The fall merchandise is now arriving at a home-based Port Chester boutique that features fashions and home accessories from India. For more details, visit Just Browsing, Mary Shustack's shopping blog at LoHud.com......

Click here to read Just Browsing: http://justbrowsing.lohudblogs.com/.

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......Get a feel for Batliwala’s collection by visiting the Web site of her company,

Echo Exclusive Craft and Handmade Objects, — or call her at 914-935-0053 to schedule an appointment.

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Source: Journal News

Publication Date: August 10, 2007

Reporter: Mary Shustack

Source URL: http://www.nyjournalnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070810/BLOGS/708100450

08-10-07 - Westmore News Stories That Do Not Appear To Be Biased By The Fact That The Papers Founder Failed To Pay 100 + School And Property Tax Bills

EDITORIAL NOTE:

Jeff Benzak Is A Very Fair Reporter Who Constantly Delivers Balanced News Stories That Are Not Biased, By The Fact That The Westmore News Founder Is Currently Involved In Litigation With The Town Of Rye, Concerning His Failure To Pay All Of His Property Taxes.

It Is Good That The Westmore News Editor And Publisher Has Started Letting Mr. Benzak Do Virtually All Of The Reporting. Far Too Often, The Westmore News Publisher And Editor Has Let Their Personal And Family Problems Get In The Way Of Fair And Honest Reporting.

Nobody, wants To Buy A Paper That's Purpose That Is Being Used To Settle A Personal Vendetta.

Who Can Trust A Weekly Community Newspaper That Is Politically Motivated.

Here Is The Excelent Reporting Provided By Jeff Benzak........


HEADLINE:

Long-awaited soccer field at Columbus nears completion


STORY:

The new artificial turf soccer field at Columbus Park is nearing completion. According to consulting engineer Dolph Rotfeld, the field should be ready by the end of September.
"We're counting the days," said longtime Port Chester soccer booster Cesar Aliaga.
The new field represents one of the last stages of... [more] ...

Quote: "Even with promise of more security, neighbors worry about rowdy games"......

HEADLINE:

Past the century mark: P.C. woman turns 100

STORY:

Donata Sandarciero turned 100 years old on Tuesday. She has witnessed 43 percent of the entire history of the United States - two World Wars, a Depression, 18 presidents beginning with Teddy Roosevelt, the birth of modern transportation, television and the Internet.
Several parties in Port Chester were thrown in... [more]

Quote: "Donata Sandarciero celebrates birthday with friends, family at senior center".......

HEADLINE:

Singing ice cream man a cool summer fixture

STORY:

On Aug. 14, 2003, the lights went out in Port Chester and Rye Brook. Most businesses suffered, but not the Singing Ice Cream Man.

Dominick Ranieri has been driving an ice cream truck around local streets since 1986. Like bathers at Oakland Beach, campers at Crawford Park or softball games at... [more]

Qoute: "Blackout of '03 was busiest day in 21 years"

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Great Job Jeff !!!

Keep Up The Imformative And Professional Reporting.
Source: Westmore News

Publication Date: August 10, 2007

Reporter: Jeff Benzak

Source URL: http://pc.westmorenews.com/

08/10/07 - Classifieds - Real Estate - Roommate Wanted - "I'm nice and very clean and a vegetarian (but not nazilike)"

HEADLINE:

HELLLLLP!

STORY:

hello!

I am a journalism/poli sci junior in desperate need of a roommate!

I have an 2 br $1450/month apartment in Portchester, about 5 mins from school and in walking distance of the metro north and shopping centers.

My lease starts the 15th and my roommate just told me yesterday that her dad has cancer and she has to move back to florida. so for all you purchase kids that got fucked by res life

LIVE WITH ME!

Its cheaper than living on campus!

I'm nice and very clean and a vegetarian (but not nazilike)

You would have to come up with security deposit ($725) and half rent for august ($363)

amber.vannatten@purchase.edu

518-331-8077

Thanks

Purchase Community - http://community.livejournal.com/purchase/

Source: SUNY Purchase Community

Publication Date: August 10, 2007

Reporter: Amber Vannatten

Source: URL: http://community.livejournal.com/purchase/4103489.html

08/10/07 - Journal News Says Black Population Soaring In Putnam County Is Some How Related To A Judge's Decision On At Large Voting In Port Chester

HEADLINE:

Black population soars in Putnam, stalls in Westchester, Rockland ...

STORY:

Unlike other minority groups whose numbers are booming across the Lower Hudson Valley, the black population in Westchester and Rockland counties has remained almost constant or dipped slightly since the 2000 Census, new government figures show.

But in Putnam, the state's fifth-fastest-growing county, blacks increased their numbers almost 70 percent during the same time.

"Probably they are coming to the county for the same reasons I did: the quietness of the area and the quality of the schools," said Joy Hopkins, who on Monday opened the Lady of Color hair salon in Brewster........

........In Mamaroneck, the growing Hispanic population can be found in the grocery stores, beauty salons and restaurants that cater to immigrants in the village's business district. About 10 years ago, residents created the Hispanic Resource Center to help newcomers adjust to the community.

"We foster integration. We want them to learn English, learn American culture and assimilate," said Mariana Boneo, the center's executive director. "But you can't expect people to leave their culture behind. You want them to bring their culture. It adds to the richness of the areas."
The influx also has caused controversy, and a federal case that last year found village police officers discriminated against Hispanic day laborers - prompting the creation of a local hiring site - continues to divide the community.

Also, Port Chester is awaiting a federal judge's decision on whether its "at large" voting system discriminates against Hispanics.......

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Source: Journal News

Publication Date: August 10, 2007

Reporter: Bruce Golding at 914-694-5012 or bgolding@lohud.com.

Source URL: http://www.thejournalnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070810/NEWS01/708100409

08/10/07 - Breief Nessa Review In The Journal News

HEADLINE:

Dining, in brief

Story:



Nessa

An Italian enoteca, with an eclectic wine list, sleek but comfortable atmosphere, and a menu that ranges from light sampling to ample entrees. 325 N. Main St., Port Chester. 914-939-0119.....

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Source: Journal News

Source URL: http://www.nynews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070810/ENTERTAINMENT/708100332

08/10/07 - Ex- Westmore News Polster And Part- Time Columnist Bart Didden Goes Nuts, Because Brody Wins His Eminent Domain Case

Bart Why Don't You Try Not To Be Soooooooooooo Jealous OF Bill Brody

Legal billing as of 5/16/07 on Brody paid with your taxes $$

Thu Aug 09, 2007

By Bart A. Didden

the last invoice listed on a FOIL response from the Village of Port Chester Clerks office is - $ 196,979.94 of OUR TAX DOLLARS When will our leaders tell us what is happening with OUR VILLAGE? When will we know what the total exposure to the Village is, what do we expect to gain with new lawyers now? ......Blah.....Blah.....Blah......

Replies: Zero as of August 10, 2007

Lets take a poll here about the next phase!

Sun Jul 29, 2007

By Bart A. Didden

After reading my last to posts lets try using this forum to take a poll. ......Blah......Blah.......Blah......

Replies: Zero as of August 10, 2007

last buildings of phase 1 coming down, what about phase 2?

Sun Jul 29, 2007

By Bart A. Didden

Last week G&S began the process of removing the asbestos on the last two buildings still standing at the corner of North Main Street and Westchester Avenue. All of the Village taxpayers however are the ones who have been picking up the short comings on the.......Blah......Blah......Blah......

Replies: Zero as of August 10, 2007

Brody v. Port Chester, Brody prevails, Now who pays?

Sun Jul 29, 2007

By Bart A. Didden

Port Chester wrongly took businessman's land, judge rules By TIMOTHY O'CONNOR THE JOURNAL NEWS (Original Publication: July 21, 2007) The legal battle July 1999: The village of Port Chester announces its decision to seize William Brody's four office buildings and two lots as part of its downtown redevelopment plan. October 2000: Brody files a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Manhattan, challenging the village's attempt to seize his properties. ......Blah......Blah......Blah......

Replies: Zero as of August 10, 2007

Why dosen't anyone want to talk to Bart Didden about these issues?

Source: Lohud.com

Reporter: Bart Didden

Source URL: http://forums.nyjournalnews.com/viewforum.php?f=70&sid=77efca46568b424791c3055132cc777c

08/10/07 - On The Go - Port Chester's Rocco Messina Gives An On Location Movie Review In Greenwich

Travolta, a bigger star than ever

HEADLINE:

'Old Dogs' comes calling on Greenwich Ave.

STORY:

While Robin Williams and Kelly Preston were inside Gaia yesterday filming a scene, Carla Orlando stood on the sidewalk hoping for a sighting of one of her favorite actors, John Travolta.

Her camera at the ready, Orlando, 47, of Greenwich, said she first saw Travolta in the movie "Grease" as a teenager growing up in Italy.

"I love John Travolta," she said. "He is a wonderful actor at everything from drama to comedy."

Residents and downtown workers, some curious and others starstruck, staked out Gaia throughout the earlier part of the day hoping to catch a glimpse of Williams, Preston, or Travolta, during the first of two days of shooting for a new comedy called "Old Dogs.".........

.......Rocco Messina, 44, a Port Chester resident and salesman at Richards on Greenwich Avenue, said the movie shoot was a pleasant distraction."What better place than Greenwich to make a movie?" Messina said. "Movies are a good escape for a lot of people, especially in these times.".......

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Source: Greenwich Time

Publication Date: August 9, 2007

Reporter: Martin B. Cassidy

Source URL: http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/local/scn-gt-a1starsthursdayaug09,0,6540254.story?coll=green-news-local-headlines

08/10/07 - Let's Really Get Serious About Fines. We Should Start Giving Huge Tickets To Cusamano, Didden and Gianfrancesco.

THE TRUE BLUE

CONSERVATIVE REVIEW

HEADLINE:

TELL MAYOR THAT IT IS TIME TO START USING FINES TO COVER THE COSTS OF HAVING CUSAMANO, DIDDEN AND GIANFRANCESCO INVOLVED IN PORT CHESTER GOVERNMENT.

STORY:

Soon the residents of Port Chester will hopefully get the oportunity to speak at a public hearing about increasing and adding new fines in the village of Port Chester.

The village staff and the Mayor are correct when they say parking fines have not been updated often enough. It is an excelent idea to try and have the fines at least cover the cost of enforcement.

Most of the fines will go up about $5.00 a ticket.

There is also talk of a much more increasing downtown parking meters by 25 cents. This is a 50% increase over the current 50 price.

These minor changes are fiscally responsible and should help the village balance its budget.

But why should the Village stop at Parking meters.

Let's recoup all of our lost costs.

Maybe we could fine Port Chester Building Inspector Lenny Cusamano $250 for each week that he fails to shut down an illegal apartment in Port Chester.

Or, maybe we could fine Port Chester Planning Board Member Bart Didden $500 a day for everyday he occupies his Main Street offices without a certificate of occupancy.

Or better yet, maybe we could fine Port Chester Developement Consultant Gary Gianfranseco $5,000 everytime he files a change order on that bottemless money pit known as Horton School.

God Knows, Gary can easily afford it, because he has already stuffed over a million of your tax dollars in his pockets while being involved on this project.

08/10/07 - The Police Blotters Of Port Chester And Rye

HEADLINE #1:

PORT CHESTER - East Broadway/Midland Avenue:

STORY:

Tony Morgan, 24, of 200 Irving Ave. turned himself in at 9:30 a.m. Sunday in connection with a robbery. Police said Morgan had reported in December that he had been jumped by four men who knifed him on Dec. 3, 2006. In fact, police said, he had fallen on his own knife while stealing a man's chain ......... In late November he had jumped into a couple's car on Midland Avenue and attempted to rob them, saying he had a gun, but fled .......

HEADLINE #2:

RYE - Purchase Street

STORY:

A Port Chester woman struck a woman she knew in the face on Purchase Street at 2:30 p.m. Friday. The 21-year-old victim suffered a cut on her nose. Julia Antonecchia, 25, of 36 Hawthorne Ave. was charged with ........

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Source: Journal News

Publication Date: August 9, 2007

Reporters: Compiled from police reports by staff writers Leslie Korngold, Richard Liebson and Terence Corcoran.

Source URL: http://www.thejournalnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2007708090349

08/10/07 - Port Chester History - 1971: Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart quit after the first night at Capitol Theater, not to return until 1976.

HEADLINE:

The Grateful Dead - Three From the Vault

STORY:

The Grateful Dead Three From the Vault Rhino Longtime bootleg favorite from 1971 finally gets an official release this show, the second of six at the Capitol Theater in Port Chester, New York, in 1971, has been ...

ALSO:

Grateful Dead - Three from the Vault

Music Box

Recorded on February 19, 1971, the show that is featured in its entirety on Three from the Vault was the second of a lengthy, six-date engagement at the Capitol Theater in Port Chester, New York. Considering how many events were weighing upon the Grateful Dead at the time, speculation might lead many to believe that the concert’s selection was tied to its historical significance. For starters, Mickey Hart was in the midst of a complete breakdown. After performing on the previous night, he took an enormous amount of medication to ease his mind, which caused him to fall asleep for three days. He subsequently retreated to his California ranch, leaving Bill Kreutzmann as the group’s lone drummer until October 1974. As the music contained on Three from the Vault demonstrates quite clearly, Kreutzmann slipped admirably into the role, and the result was a leaner, meaner outfit.

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Source: RollingStone and Music Box

Publication Date: August 9, 2007

Reporter: David Fricke and John Metzger

Source URL: http://www.rollingstone.com/reviews/album/15828486/review/15854750/three_from_the_vault?source=album_reviews_rssfeed

and

http://www.musicbox-online.com/reviews-2007/gratefuldead-threefromthevault-08092007.html