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WHITE PLAINS WEEK ALL NEW SHOW ON CITY FASNY APPEAL AND MORE on YOU TUBE INSTANTLY NOW

Posted on August 19, 2016 by John Bailey

JOHN BAILEY

JIM BENEROFE

PETER KATZ

THE WHITE PLAINS WEEK NEWS TEAM

THE CITY STRIKES BACK– THEY APPEAL THE FASNY VOTE ORDER.

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT EXPLAINS THE WHITE PLAINS PERFORMANCES ON THE NEW ASSESSMENTS–EXCLUSIVE!

“TRUMP TODAY” AND “CLINTON AND FRIENDS” INSIDER COVERAGE OF THE LATEST BIZARRE EVENTS OF THE STRANGEST PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION EVER.

SEE THE ACTION, THE BANTER, UNCANNY CLAIRVOYANCE IN ACTION

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WEST NILE-CARRYING MOSQUITOS FOUND IN YONKERS

Posted on August 19, 2016 by John Bailey

WPCNR HEALTH BRIEF. From the Westchester County Department of Health. AUGUST 19, 2016:

This season’s first batch of mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus has been confirmed by the Westchester County Department of Health. The area surrounding the positive mosquito batch in Yonkers has been inspected by the health department and nearby catch basins with standing water have been treated to protect against further mosquito breeding in the area.

“The presence of West Nile Virus has been a reality in the Hudson Valley for quite some time now, so this positive test is not a surprise,” said Westchester County Executive Robert P. Astorino. “Nevertheless, it’s a reminder for residents to protect themselves and their families against West Nile Virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses. For the county’s part, we have implemented a proactive and comprehensive plan to combat mosquito-borne illness for more than a decade, including advice and resources for our residents.”

In 2016, the Westchester County Department of Health has submitted 243 pools of mosquitoes to the New York State Department of Health for testing with only one positive result.

The state health department has identified 195 positive mosquito pools throughout New York so far this year. Symptoms of West Nile encephalitis (a severe infection) usually occur from three to 14 days following the bite and include high fever, headache, confusion, muscle aches and weakness, seizures, or paralysis. Most people who are infected with West Nile Virus will not show any symptoms. Persons over 50 years of age are at the highest risk for a severe disease.

West Nile Virus is not to be confused with Zika. To date, no mosquitoes in New York State have tested positive for Zika and there have been no locally-acquired cases.

“We hope confirmation of mosquitoes with West Nile Virus reminds residents to take precautions,” said Westchester County Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler, MD. “The best ways to avoid West Nile, and other mosquito-borne illnesses, are to remove standing water from your property.”

According to Dr. Amler, favorite mosquito breeding sites include buckets, plant pot saucers, clogged gutters, pet bowls, old tires, as well as children’s pools and toys. Residents should also minimize spending time outdoors at dawn and dusk, and apply insect repellents according to the label directions when enjoying activities outside.

As in prior years, the county health department prepared for the 2016 mosquito season by evaluating and treating with larvicide, as needed, all catch basins on county and municipal roads throughout Westchester. In addition to larviciding, the county also gave away free fathead minnows and mosquito dunks to residents this spring. The minnows help to curtail the mosquito population in ponds and water features by feeding on mosquito larvae and pupae before they develop into adult mosquitoes. The mosquito dunks serve the same purpose in birdbaths, rain barrels and unused pools. Free mosquito dunks are still available, and residents can make arrangements to pick them up by calling (914) 813-5000.

In 2015, 17 positive mosquito batches were found in Westchester County with the first positive batch collected around this time. The county has been safely applying larvicide since 2001 to suppress the mosquito population.

Residents who notice large areas of standing water on public property that could serve as potential mosquito breeding grounds should report it to the Westchester County Department of Health by calling (914) 813-5000 or emailing [email protected]. For more information about preventing West Nile Virus, visit health.westchestergov.com/west-nile-virus.

WP BOARD OF EDUCATION to Vote August 29 to Continue Interim Superintendent Timothy Connors on Interim Basis When School Starts in September.

Posted on August 18, 2016 by John Bailey

The Board of Education Monday evening, with Timothy Connors, Interim Superintendent of Schools, (far left), President Rosemarie Eller center and Charles Norris, right. The Board will vote August 29 to retain Mr. Connors as Interim Superintendent while awaiting the return of Superintendent Dr. Paul Fried

WPCNR SCHOOL DAYS. By John F. Bailey. August 18, 2016:

At the White Plains Board of Education meeting Monday evening, Interim Superintendent of Schools Timothy P. Connors, announced that Dr. Paul Fried, the Superintendent of Schools is unable to return on a daily basis, and that he Connors would continue to be acting Superintendent while Dr. Fried is unable to continue when schools start in September.

Mr. Connors was brought back on per diem as needed basis as Interim Superintendent in June when Dr. Fried could not continue his duties. There has been no announcement of the specific reason or circumstances that have affected Dr. Fried.

Thursday, Michele Schoenfeld, Clerk to the Board of Education, told WPCNR the Board will vote August 29 to hire Mr. Connors for an unspecified period until Dr. Fried is able to resume his duties.

Connors has been Interim Superintendent for approximately 2-1/2 months, on per day diem, handling the District business in Fried’s absence. He appears and comes in when the Board meets or district matters need his input and supervision.

Connors told WPCNR, after the announcement, said “I’ll tell you as soon as I get something (on the Fried situation).”

Connors was White Plains Superintendent of Schools from 2002 to 2009, returned as Interim Superintendent for two years, after Dr. Christopher Clouet left. During Connors’ previous Interim Superintendent term, he negotiated the current teacher contract.

After Dr. Christopher Clouet, former Superintendent prior to Dr. Fried taking the position left the district to take the Tarrytowns position, Connors was brought back as Interim Superintendent when no candidates were found for the job. Fried began last year. Now due to the unfornate circumstances affecting Dr. Fried, Connors is back again after one year as Interim Superintendent.

Today, Michele

Camp Read at Brant Lake, Closes Due to Stomach Virus Outbreak.

Posted on August 18, 2016 by John Bailey

WPCNR HEALTH BRIEF. From the Westchester-Putnam Boy Scout Council. August 18, 2016:

(Editor’s Note:During Week 4 in late July of the Curtis S. Read Scouting Reservation camping season at Brant Lake New York, an outbreak of stomach virus affected a number of campers and staff. The Westchester-Putnam Council of the Boy Scouts of America Scout issued the following statement describing the outbreak and how Camp Read dealt with the situation and how Camp Read fall activities are affected:

“The local Health Department was contacted and their inspection determined that a contagious virus had been brought into camp by one or more Week 4 campers.

Specific protocols issued by Health Department representatives requiring quarantining those who were sick and disinfecting the camp were followed by camp staff and monitored by the health officers. During the break between Weeks 4 and 5 further disinfecting of the camp sites and other areas of camp took place.

Week 5 began as usual. Unfortunately, as the week progressed, several new cases of the virus occurred. By mid-week many more campers and staff were catching it.

The continued outbreak to more campers, leaders and staff led to the decision by the camp leadership, in consultation with the health department, to close the camp on Friday, August 5th, ending the summer season a week and a day early.

This decision was made to ensure that no other campers, leaders or staff would become sick at camp.

Troops that were scheduled to attend camp Week 6 were given the opportunity to attend other Boy Scout camps in the area. Additionally, Cub Scout Week had to be cancelled, but there will be a special Cub Family Weekend tentatively scheduled for September for those who wish to attend.

While this was a very unfortunate situation, the Camp Read Staff performed admirably under less than ideal conditions and we appreciate all of their efforts. In addition, we are deeply grateful to the volunteer leaders who were at camp with their troops during this situation. All were extremely patient, understanding and helpful.

While the 2016 camp season did not end the way we would have wanted, we are looking forward to an excellent 2017. Information about next summer’s offerings at Camp Read will be coming out starting in September.

If you have any questions or concerns about the situation at Camp Read please contact Scout Executive Pat Coviello at the Westchester Putnam Council Boy Scouts of America in Hawthorne at 914-773-1135.”