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WPCNR BACKROOM BULLETIN. By John F. Bailey. June 22, 2005: Ron Jackson announced exclusively to WPCNR this evening he is withdrawing from the Democratic race for Mayor, leaving Dennis Power, the official nominee of the party a clear path, without having to contend with a Ron Jackson primary attempt.

Mr. Jackson who suffered chest pains Monday, was briefly hospitalized for tests, and was home resting Monday evening, videotaped his Winbrook Like It Is television show this morning, interviewing Bill Ryan and Lois Bronz on the show. This evening WPCNR checked in on “The Last Activist” and Mr. Jackson told me has decided to withdraw his anticipated primary challenge to Mr. Power.

Jackson said he is awaiting tests back from his doctor for a clear cut diagnosis of what happened to him Monday morning, and said “health reasons and financial reasons,” have forced him to halt his run. Jackson, as early as last weekend was gearing up for a primary campaign. He said he had an interested backer who was willing to put up $12,000 towards his run. Sounding tired, Mr. Jackson said the campaign Mr. Power runs had to focus on issues, and that he would continue to participate in the campaign, but at this point said he did not endorse Power’s candidacy. He said the campaign had to be about all the working people, and all the city issues the community faces.

Mr. Power today announced a fundraiser at Sam’s of Gedney Way, at $50 a person, on June 28,  as the official kickoff of his campaign. Power announced he was running June 10. Since then he has not made any public statements, held any press conferences, or made any position statements. His campaign has consisted so far of making rounds of certain Democrat figures for support, accompanied by Mary Ann Keenan, former councilperson.

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WPCNR CITY HALL CIRCUIT. June 21,2005: The Common Council of the City of White Plains will hold a Special Meeting Wednesday evening at 6 PM in City Hall covering several complex topics. The agenda:

1. Draft of the Supplemental Uniform Building and Fire Code

2. Public Scoping Session on the development known as The Pinnacle at White Plains (Martin Ginsburg’s proposed 28 story building on Main Street adjacent the City Center.)

3. St. Agnes Hospital Proposed Development.

4. 221 Main Street Building Facade.

5. Affordable Housing Rules and Regulations.

6. Capital Projects, including the Orchard Street Pump, 140 South Kensico, Miscellaneous Water Line and Street Reconstruction; Fleet Management and City Court.

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WPCNR MAIN STREET JOURNAL. June 20, 2005, 11:40 A.M. E.D.T. UPDATED 5:40 P.M. E.D.T.: Ron Jackson, unofficial “Mayor of Winbrook,” dubbed “The Last Activist” by WPCNR for his tireless and pointed analysis and highlighting of issues affecting the minority communities of White Plains was hospitalized this morning at White Plains Hospital Center and after evaluation, was released. According to the Slater Center, Mr. Jackson complained of chest pains and was taken to the emergency room at the Center this morning. The Emergency Room reports to WPCNR that Mr. Jackson is “still being evaluated at this time.”

Speaking to WPCNR from his home approximately 4:30 P.M., Mr. Jackson said he had gone to his doctor’s, was having chest pains, and tests did not show any particular cause of the chest pains. He said he was told to drinking fluids and rest.

RON JACKSON, APRIL 2003 OUTSIDE THE OLD DEMOCRATIC HEADQUARTERS. Photo, WPCNR News Archive.

Mr. Jackson whose health had been much improved of late thanks to his acquisition of a mobilized wheelchair, had been considering a run in a primary to wrest the Democrat Mayoral nomination from the nominee, Dennis Power, and was in the process of organizing a Jackson primary effort.

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WPCNR MAIN STREET JOURNAL. From Cappelli Enterprises. June 19, 2005: City Center at White Plains is gearing up to welcome its newest tenant in early September, when New York Sports Clubs opens a 56,000-square-foot facility in the Air Rights Building atop the White Plains Center garage.  The new club will occupy part of the first floor and the entire second floor of the building.  The new White Plains Clubs marks the eighth New York Sports Clubs to open in Westchester County.

Amenities at the club will include state-of-the-art fitness equipment, a 75-foot pool with skylight and wrap around windows, a family changing room, a full length basketball court, four squash courts, a squash lounge, an aerobics studio, a spin studio, a mind-body studio, and luxurious, over-sized locker rooms with steam and sauna.  The entire club will feature high ceilings with floor to ceiling windows throughout.

 

Adjacent to the club will be a 16,000 square foot Fountain Spa with 14 treatment rooms, whirlpools, hair and nail salons, and a rooftop atrium.  Fountain Spa is slated to open by the end of September. 

New York-based Town Sports International is a leading owner and operator of fitness clubs in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic region of the United States.  In addition to New York Sports Clubs, Town sports operates under the brand names of Boston Sports Clubs, Washington Sports Clubs and Philadelphia Sports Clubs with 137 clubs and more than 360,000 members.  For more information on Town Sports, visit www.mysportsclubs.com.

 

New York Sports Clubs joins numerous other retailers and restaurateurs at City Center, a 1.1 million-square-foot retail, entertainment and residential complex located in the heart of downtown White Plains.  Among the tenants are: a 150,000-square-foot Target; an 88,000-square-foot National Amusements Cinema de Lux with 15 screens, including an IMAX; a 38,000-square-foot Circuit City; a 27,000-square-foot Barnes and Noble; a 22,000-square-foot Office Max; a 17,000-square-foot Performing Arts Theater; an 8,000-square-foot Legal Sea Foods; an 8,000-square-foot Zanaro’s Italian Restaurant, a 6,500-square-foot Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar; a 6,600-square-foot Fleet Bank, a 5,300-square-foot Atlanta Bread Company;  a 3,700-square-foot Greenpoint Bank and a 1,200-square-foot Cold Stone Creamery.

 

City Center also includes two 35-story luxury residential towers and an 11-story loft

Building offering panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, Long Island Sound,

Westchester County and the Hudson Valley, as well as a loft-style condominium.

 

One City Place, which opened in May 2004, offers 311 studio, one, two and three-

bedroom luxury rental apartments.  Trump Tower at City Center will feature 212 luxury

condominium residences and The Lofts at City Center will offer 27 distinctive, high-

ceiling, So-Ho loft-style condominium apartments and two luxury townhouses.  Both

Trump Tower and The Lofts are scheduled to be occupied beginning next fall.

 

Cappelli Enterprises Inc., the City Center developer, is a leading real estate developer and general contractor in the Northeast.  Headquartered in Valhalla, NY, the company has built more than 10 million square feet of mixed use, retail, waterfront, residential, office building, laboratory and parking facilities.

 

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WPCNR HEALTH WIRE. From White Plains Hospital Center. June 19, 2005: White Plains Hospital Center (WPHC) will be offering the following FREE classes, events and support groups during the month of JULY.  Events are held at White Plains Hospital Center, Davis Avenue @ E. Post Road, White Plains, New York, unless otherwise noted.

 

 

 

FREE SCREENINGS

 

Enhanced Screening Program (ESP) – on going

The Dickstein Cancer Treatment Center has begun a new research study to determine the effectiveness of an intensive screening program in women at high risk to develop breast cancer.  Participation in the study, which is free for those who meet eligibility requirements, includes written informed consent and meeting a genetic counselor to review family history, a discussion of the genetics of cancer, donating a blood sample and participating in an intensive breast cancer-screening program.  If you are interested in finding out if you are eligible to participate in this program, or would like more information, call 914-681-2873.

 

Health Check

A free screening program, sponsored by WPHC Home Care, makes nurses available to answer health questions and perform free blood pressure and blood sugar testing.  Screenings will take place in the Community Room, at 76 South Lexington Ave., White Plains, July 6, 1:00 – 2:30 pm. For additional information,

call 914-681-1087.

 

Blood Pressure Screening

Sponsored by the White Plains Auxiliary of WPHC, free blood pressure screening is available on the third Wednesday of every month, July 20, 1:00 – 4:00 pm, in the WPHC lobby.  For further information, call 914-681-1225.

 

 

 

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FREE SUPPORT GROUPS

 

 

Bereavement

Professionally led Loss of Parent and Loss of Spouse support groups meet regularly in the Dickstein Center Library, 2-4 Longview Ave, White Plains.  For information and registration call 914-682-1484, ext. 18.

 

Cancer Support Group

A cancer diagnosis can turn your world upside down.  Join the WPHC cancer support group and learn that you are not alone.  The group meets Mondays, 1:00 – 2:00 pm, at the Dickstein Cancer Treatment Center, 2-4 Longview Ave., White Plains.  For information/registration, call 914-681-2701.

 

Caregiver Resource & Support Group

This program, sponsored by the WPHC Department of Senior Services, provides information and support to individuals caring for older adults.  A geriatric professional facilitates the group which meets the first and third Wednesday of the month, July 6 & 20, 6:00 –7:30 pm, on the third floor of the Dickstein Cancer Treatment Center, 2-4 Longview Avenue, White Plains.  Registration is required,

call 914-681-1249.

 

Huntington’s Disease Caregivers Support Group

This support group, for those giving care to someone with Huntington’s Disease, includes the exchange of ideas and resources with others who truly understand how you feel.  It will meet on Wednesday, July 27, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, in the WPHC Medical Library on the first floor.  To register, call 212-360-3711.

 

Ostomy and Related Intestinal Disorders Support Group

A support group for ostomy patients and those with related intestinal disorders.  All ages are welcome for open and frank discussions in a casual setting of life as an “ostomate”.  The group will meet Tuesday, July 19, 7:30 pm, in the WPHC Pollak Meeting Room.  For information call 914-761-1472.

 

Peri-natal Bereavement Support Group

A support group for those who have lost a pregnancy at any stage or have had an infant die will meet Wednesday, July 27, 7:30 – 9:00 pm at WPHC.  Grandparents are also welcome.  The group is free and led by RTS trained staff.  For information, call 914-681-2162.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Stroke Support Group

The Stroke Support Group provides support and education for stroke survivors, their family and caregivers.  A certified speech/language pathologist facilitates communication for those with communication difficulties.  This group presents community and hospital professionals for special programs and meets every Thursday, 11:00 am – 12 noon, in the WPHC Pollak Meeting Room.  Registration is recommended but newcomers are always welcome.  For information, call 914-681-1160.

 

Westchester Depression and BiPolar Alliance

A support group for anyone who suffers from depression and/or BiPolar disorder offers support and helps educate and reduce the stigma from this illness.  Family and friends are welcome. There are no dues or fees, donations are accepted.  The group meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month, July 6 & 20, 7:00 – 9:00 pm, in the WPHC Pollak Meeting Room.  Family and friends are welcome.  For information, call 914-476-4720.

 

Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

The concerns of those with Young Onset PD often differ somewhat from those who are diagnosed in their later years.  This will be a forum for those affected by YOPD (patient, partner, parent or friend) to share concerns, discuss problems and solutions, and east the

sense of isolation that can make it especially difficult to live with this chronic illness.  The group meets July 27, in the Pollak Room, 6:00 –8:00 pm.  For information call Norma

at 914-667-3952.

 

 

FREE PROGRAMS

 

Blood Donor Center

Volunteer Blood donors are always needed. If you are interested in donating, call the WPHC Blood Donor Center to make an appointment or to organize a blood drive.  The Center is open Monday through Friday, 8:45 am – 4:00 pm, and is located on the 5^th floor of the Hospital.  Saturday hours are available.  Donors must be 17 – 75 years of age and in good health. Groups are welcome.  Appointments are suggested; call 914-681-1056.

 

Cancer Resources    

The Dickstein Cancer Treatment Center Library houses periodicals, textbooks, videos and other reference materials on patients and family care, as well as an on-line computer terminal and resources for finding in-depth information on specific forms of cancer.  The Cancer Library is located on the main floor of the Dickstein Cancer Treatment Center, 2-4 Longview Ave.,

White Plains, and is open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.  For additional information, call 914-681-2370.

 

HealthAccess

A wellness program for adults 55 years of age or older, sponsored by the WPHC Department of  Senior Services, offering educational programs, discounts and travel opportunities (both day and over-night) for participating members.  Call 914-681-1249 for membership application.  There is no fee to join.

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Health Care Proxy

Information is available to anyone wishing to complete a health care proxy or living will.  Forms are available in English and Spanish.  Call Elaine Boylan, Consumer Advocate, WPHC, at 914-681-2150.

 

MallWalkers

Walk for Fitness!  This walking group meets three times a week: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:00 – 10:00 am, at the Galleria Mall, Fashion Level 2.  Participants walk at t heir own pace in an environment supervised by WPHC health care professionals who are available to monitor and pulse and answer questions.  This program is free. For information call 914-681-1249 prior to your first visit.

 

Physician Referral Service

Looking for a new doctor?  “On Call”, WPHC’s multi-lingual physician referral service, has information on more than 500 primary care physicians, specialists, mental health professionals, podiatrists and dentists.  Call 914-681-1010.  We’ll even help you make your first appointment!

 

Sharps Program

For your safety and the safety of others, WPHC collects used hypodermic

needles (sharps) for safe disposal.  Used sharps may be brought to the Security Office, located in the Emergency Room waiting area, daily between 8:00 am

and 4:00 pm.

 

William & Sylvia Silberstein Neonatal & Maternity Center: Expectant Parent Tours

Tours of the WPHC William & Sylvia Silberstein Neonatal & Maternity Center are given daily at 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm.  Pre-registration is required to ensure available space, call 914-681-1234.

 

Speaker Service

Free health information lectures for business, community, civic and religious groups include hundreds of topics by expert speakers from WPHC. Call 914-681-1229 to arrange for a speaker.

 

Volunteer Services

Come join the WPHC Volunteers Services team! Call 914-681-1225 for details.

 

WPHC Website

Visit the WPHC website, www.wphospital.org, to stay in touch and get important information about the hospital’s services.  While on the site, you can search the list of WPHC physicians to learn about their training, see their photographs and learn how to contact them; fill out a customer service online survey to provide the hospital with feedback; send an email to the hospital’s administrative staff; review updated calendar items and press releases about ongoing events at the Hospital; get in-depth health information from LaurusHealth; take a virtual tour of the William & Sylvia Silberstein Neonatal & Maternity Center; send a gift from the Hospital’s Gift Shop; and make an online donation directly to WPHC.