TONIGHT AT 7 ON FIOS CH 45 AND WP OPTIMUM CH 76–WESTCHESTER ANGELS TEAMS WITH STEM TO SUPPORT EDUCATION, ENTRPRENEURSHIP ON PEOPLE TO BE HEARD AT 7 PM AND ALL WEEK ANYTIME ON WWW.WPCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

Posted on April 19, 2025 by John Bailey

JOHN BAILEY INTERVIEWS SANDY WOLLMAN CO-FOUNDER OF WESTCHESTER ANGELS AND Margaret Käufer, President of The STEM Alliance the new partnership Tonight and all week at www.wpcommunitymedia.org

The Westchester Angels and The STEM Alliance are excited to announce a new strategic partnership to supercharge STEM learning opportunities for children and adults across Westchester County. By blending financial support with hands-on volunteer engagement, The Westchester Angels – a group of dynamic local investors backing innovative startups – are empowering The STEM Alliance to expand its reach and impact. The STEM Alliance, a fast-growing Mamaroneck based nonprofit, works to close systemic gaps in STEM education by providing equal access to cutting-edge science, technology, engineering, and math learning opportunities. Their ultimate goal? To inspire innovation and create workforce pathways through STEM education and digital equity.

This partnership is about more than just funding-it’s about action. The Westchester Angels are bringing their entrepreneurial spirit to the table, amplifying the STEM Alliance’s vital programs like “Connect Westchester,” which tackles the digital divide head-on by providing free tech skills training, affordable devices, and internet access to underserved residents. Together, these organizations are paving the way for a brighter future, ensuring that every individual – regardless of background – can unlock the doors to opportunities and success through STEM skills.

Under the partnership, the Westchester Angels will donate $100 of each new membership and membership renewal to The STEM Alliance. Westchester Angels also plans to host an annual event benefiting The STEM Alliance and provide volunteer opportunities for their members to support the organization’s mission.

“The Westchester Angels are proud to partner with The STEM Alliance to foster innovation and create pathways for future STEM leaders,” said Sandy Wollman, Co-Founder of the Westchester Angels. “Our members are eager to contribute both financially and through volunteerism, ensuring that local students and underserved populations have access to the resources and support they need to succeed in today’s digital economy.”

The STEM Alliance will collaborate closely with the Westchester Angels to share joint updates and achievements to their respective stakeholders, strengthening the visibility of both organizations’ impact. “We’re thrilled to align with Westchester Angels in our shared vision of advancing STEM education, supporting young innovators, and helping create a STEM-ready workforce.” said Margaret Käufer, President of The STEM Alliance. “This partnership amplifies the shared goals of two fantastic organizations from the business and nonprofit sectors.”

WHITE PLAINS WEEK MONDAY AT 7 THE APRIL 18 REPORT JOHN BAILEY AND THE NEWS. FIOS CH. 45 WPTV OPTIMUM CH 76 AND WWW.WPCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

Posted on April 18, 2025 by John Bailey

TONIGHT THE BIG PLANNING BOARD MEETING ON FARRELL ESTATES COMPLETE COVERAGE ANALYSIS

GOVERNOR HOCHUL WARNS OF MORE CUTS AHEAD TO STATE AID TO COUNTIES TOWNS CITIES

WHAT COUNTY EXECUTIVE KEN JENKINS SHOULS TALK ABOUT IN HIS STATE OF THE COUNTY ADDRESS

GOVERNOR HOCHUL REVEALS HER STEPS TO CUT DOWN ON DISCLOSURE DELAYS, CASES DISMISSED ON TECHNICALITIES

THE LEGACY OF THE TITANIC: YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT BUT THE PROFIT

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE IN WHITE PLAINS NY USA

APRIL 33 A.D.—– RETURN FROM CALVARY. GOOD FRIDAY

Posted on April 18, 2025 by John Bailey

THE RETURN FROM CALVARY. GOOD FRIDAY

WPCNR NEWS & COMMENT. By John F. Bailey. APRIL 18, 2025 Republished 3:20 P.M. E.D.T. from WPCNR of the Distant Past.:

It is late afternoon now in the Jerusalem of 33 A.D. Jesus of Nazareth has died on the cross in between two thieves.

The three crosses can be seen on the distant hill to the right

He died 1,192 years ago on that cross today. There was no CNN, no Fox News, showing live coverage, no internet, no newspapers, radio or television. No Twitter or Facebook. No Instagram, Skype, or Google.

Nevertheless the message of the man who died on Calvary (The Place of the Skull) spread around the world without mass communication.

His followers, twelve of them were so devoted to His message of love and code of behavior they became the first pacifist activists who spread a message the man they called their Lord had preached to them.

He was Jesus of Nazareth. He had no last name.

Today He is now known all over the world for the message he delivered.

Whether you believe He is the Son of God, or not, He ranks as one of the foremost influences on mankind if not the most. More than Plato, more than Socrates, more than any leader or politician, or entertainer whoever lived.

His selfless acts of embracing lepers, the poor, those who sinned were unique.

Such compassion for the downtrodden was unheard of during the time He lived.

It was a time of slavery. No human rights. No care for the sick. When cities were razed and populations slaughtered or enslaved much like the genocides of today.

Jesus of Nazareth introduced a new philosophy that spread throughout the world after His crucifixion this day (maybe, we do not know the exact date), because the community leaders of his own people thought him —

a threat to their power. that fear that this simple man was a threat should be a lesson to us all.

If you live by His philosophy of forgiveness you are a person at peace with yourself.

If you accept those who are different from you without fear or prejudice, you are a force for spreading His message of peace towards others and good will.

If you help the poor and the sick because you sympathize with them, you are following His way.

If you stand up for truth, point out what is wrong as He did with the Pharisees–ou are doing his will. (But they will kill you.)

If you go about doing good for the sake of doing good, you are following His virtue of selflessness.

Jesus of Nazareth’s message whether divine or a code of how we conduct our lives resonated with millions and it spread.

There is no denying He is one of the great philosophers of the human experience, kin to Socrates, the other giant of antiquity thought.

The above print of “The Return from Calvary” painted by Herbert Schmalz shows the last hours of Jesus of Nazareth’s crucifixion around 33 A.D. on Calvary Hill, “the place of the Skull” outside of Jerusalem late in the day He was crucified.

The description on the print describes the somber scene:

The darkness which was on the earth (during His suffering) is clearing away.

One long, dark cloud is hanging over the city like a pall.

The Virgin Mother, weighted down by fatigue and grief, knowing not wither she goes, is being led up some steps, toward “his own” home, by St. John and Mary Magdalene.

In the distance on the top of Cavalry, you can make out the three crosses.

The grief so sadly captured by this print depicts the very personal loss all of us endure when someone we love passes away, realizing our loss because of all they did for us.

Jesus of Nazareth was a human being who affects us to this day.

One of the great gifts of this man, Jesus of Nazareth, is the celebration of humanity and capacity to care and feel for others that aids persons whether they believe He was the Son of God or not. Or that you will have eternal life if you believe in him.

His philosophies of care, courage, compassion and benevolent action serve their practitioners well because they leave a great personal satisfaction in the heart, the mind, and the spirit.

You do not have to second guess yourself, when you do what is right, humane, merciful, and serves the less fortunate without superiority with nothing to gain for yourself. And if you do not do what is right, if you weaken, you always regret it and remember when you failed to do right. I do remember those times when I personally failed to do right.

The peace of mind of action is the least of the great gift of Jesus of Nazareth whose death on the cross is marked this day.

If you act as Jesus did, you will be remembered by all you meet fondly and lovingly, and be comforted that you will live in memories of those you have touched with your love and kindness and caring for eternity to the end of the age.

His simple teachings have great power. Use them. Implement them.

They give meaning to our mystery of life.

They give meaning and purpose to anyone’s life.

For 1,992 years they have made a violent world a better place.

He died today on the cross.

And lived forever.

APRIL 17–COUNTY TAX EXEMPTION ON PLAYLAND UPHELD. $3.6 MILLION RYE BILL DISMISSED BY APPELLATE COURT

Posted on April 17, 2025 by John Bailey

APPELLATE DIVISION OF NEW YORK STATE SUPREME COURT RULES PLAYLAND PARK EXEMPT FROM TAX DURING STANDARD AMUSEMENTS CONTRACT IN MAJOR WIN FOR WESTCHESTER COUNTY

(White Plains, NY) – The Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court has ruled that Playland Park in the City of Rye was tax exempt during the period of time the Park was being operated by Standard Amusements, resulting in a $3.6 million tax bill.

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said: “Westchester County has always maintained that Playland Park should have never been removed from tax exempt status by the City of Rye. The unnecessary legal expenses, the consequences of the self-inflicted negative financial impact to both the City of Rye and the Rye School District on this ill-advised change of tax status cannot be understated.”

In a letter sent to the Westchester County Tax Commission dated May 2022, the City of Rye notified the County of the change in tax exempt status for Playland, and announced it would be sending Standard Amusements a tax bill of $3.6 million. At that time, the City of Rye argued that because Playland Park was being operated under contract and not for public use, the Park was taxable.

The Appellate Division of New York State Supreme Court rejected the City of Rye’s appeal this week, stating that because the County did not officially transfer ownership of the Park to Standard Amusements, and the Park was being operated under contract as a public park, the removal of the tax exemption for Playland Park by the City of Rye was not justified.