VETERANS DAY –150 CROWD CITY HALL REMEMBRANCE AT THE MEMORIAL GARDEN

Posted on November 12, 2024 by John Bailey

WPCNR MAIN STREET JOURNAL. By John F. Bailey, November 12, 2024:

White Plains citizens, veterans and a new generation to respect and honor White Plains veterans, those who fought and died and returned from wars America has fought.

A throng of 150 by my rough estimate of the throng in the Memorial Garden in the cityhall courtyard to reflect on veterans’ contributions and sacrifices and reflect on the future. Here is how it opened:

Mayor Roach spoke saying how happy he was to see such a large turnout to honor the veterans and reminisced about his family’s experience when he was growing up. He introduced the veteran honoree of the day Colonel Staci N. Coleman.

Colonel Staci N. Coleman, a 1988 graduate of White Plains High
School, joined the Air Force as an enlisted Weather Forecaster
in November 1992. She was later selected for Officer Training
School and graduated as the valedictorian of her class in 2003
at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.

Colonel Coleman became the Director of the Commander’s
Action Group for the Commander of United States Air Forces in
Europe and United States Air Forces in Africa.

Throughout her career, she has taken on various roles supporting the Air Force,
Army, and joint, coalition and interagency operations. She has
commanded both deployed and base-level units and has
completed eleven deployments in support of multiple
operations.

Colonel Coleman currently serves as the Chief of Foundation
Geospatial Intelligence and Meteorological and Oceanographic
Operations at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency in
Springfield, Virginia.

In her role, Colonel Coleman advises the
agency on policy, strategy, and operational issues, ensuring the
delivery of top-tier geospatial intelligence that gives
policymakers, military personnel, intelligence professionals, and
first responders a significant advantage. Here are her remarks:

An inspiring addition to the ceremony were students from White Plains Schools reading tributes to each branch of the armed services.

Commissioner of Recreation and Parks Wayne Bass closed the Remembrance and introduced the White Plains High School Marching Band which played the anthems of the 5 armed forces in their traditional medley.

The band played the most inspiring anthems in the world splendidly in unique new arrangements that were made powerfu by the players’ paced beat, crisp roll-offs by the drum corps that segued into each anthem building letting you know something was coming started slowly, majectic, and swelled in majesty. The audience was rapt!

The close featuring the White Plains High School Marching Band

OUTBREAK OUTLOOK: NORTHEAST…NYC NJ FLU RISES. WHOOPING COUGH RISE IN ERIE COUNTY PA. COVID CASES DROP SHARPLY IN OCTOBER IN NEW CASES AND HOSPITALIZATIONS

Posted on November 11, 2024 by John Bailey

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Outbreak Outlook – Northeast – Nov 11

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Respiratory Diseases

ILI

Flu season looks fine so far in the Northeast, with all states reporting low or minimal levels of activity.

New York City is one exception, with outpatient ILI at 4.3%. This is nearly unchanged from last week’s 4.4%. However, wastewater concentration looks fine, and NYC often has a baseline level of ILI than surrounding states.

New Jersey is also on the high side with 3.8% ILI visits (a slight decrease from 4.2% the previous week), alongside a modest uptick in wastewater signals—but still in the minimal category.

The rest of New York State shows lower activity than NYC, with ILI visits decreasing slightly from 2.2% to 1.9%, while maintaining low wastewater concentration.

Connecticut has seen a slight dip in clinical visits from 2.4% to 2.3% ILI.

A cluster of states including Massachusetts (holding steady at 1.8% ILI), Maine (up from 1.6% to 1.7%), and Rhode Island (1.4% both weeks) all have low levels of activity,

Similarly, Vermont and New Hampshire continue to report the region’s lowest clinical activity (both around 1.0% ILI).

Pennsylvania has seen a modest increase from 1.5% to 1.6% ILI visits, while maintaining minimal but steady wastewater signals.

COVID-19

Covid-19 is quiet: wastewater activity is minimal and stable, ED visits are minimal, and hospitalizations are fairly low and declining.

Source: CDC

Wastewater activity is minimal in New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. It is low in Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania (limited data), and New Hampshire (limited data). However, activity is moderate in Massachusetts and high and in Maine, and both states reported increases this past week.

ED visits are minimal (<1.5%) and decreasing or stable across the region, ranging from 0.4% in New Jersey to 0.8% in Maine, Connecticut, and Vermont.

Hospitalizations are fairly low and declining in the two states in the region that are reporting: New York (3.2 hospitalizations per 100,000) and Connecticut (2.3).

Source: CDC

RSV

Not too much happening yet, but that may change soon.

Massachusetts and Rhode Island are showing early warning signs through wastewater surveillance, though hospitalization rates remain very low at 0.7 and 0.0 per 100,000.

Connecticut is also seeing activity begin to stir as measured by wastewater concentration, though hospitalizations remain very low. Neighboring New York shows declining wastewater activity and low hospitalizations (0.6 per 100,000).

The rest of the states in the region look fine.

Other Bugs

Several causes of colds and flu-like symptoms are showing signs of increased activity:

Parainfluenza continues to rise, though the rate of increase is slowing, suggesting we may be nearing a peak.
Both adenoviruses and human coronaviruses are showing small but steady week-over-week increases.
Rhinoviruses/enteroviruses are holding steady at a high ~28% test positivity.

Stomach Bugs

Norovirus rates remain very low in the Northeast, with 2.4% test positivity. This is much, much lower than other areas of the country.

Food recalls

The following foods are being recalled because they are contaminated. Please check your cupboards and throw out any of these items:

New:

Soft ripened cheeses, including brie, sold under multiple brand names, including Aldi, La Bonne Vie, and Glenview Farms (more info)
- Prepackaged turkey sandwiches with spreadable brie sold under multiple brand names (more info)
Ready-to-eat poultry and meat products sold by Yu Shang Food, including pork belly, beef shank, and whole chicken (more info)

Previously reported:

Enoki mushrooms sold by HH Fresh Trading Corp (more info)
Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon (more info)
Gourmet Cafe Chicken Caesar Salad Bowls sold by Fresh Express (more info)
Waffles and pancakes – many flavors and styles – sold under a very large variety of brand names, including numerous store brands, including 365 Organic, Best Choice, Good & Gather, Harris Teeter, H-E-B, Nature’s Promise, Publix, Trader Joe’s and Wegmans.
- Given the size of this recall, if you have any variety of frozen/toaster waffles, Belgian waffles or pancakes in your freezer that you bought in the US or Canada, check this list. (more info)
If you have food allergies, you may wish to review these FDA safety alerts and USDA alerts for foods with undeclared allergens.

In other news

The Maine CDC reported the state’s first case of locally acquired Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a resident. The affected person is an adult in Penobscot County who fell severely ill in early October 2024 and remains hospitalized. EEE is a mosquito-borne disease that can cause severe symptoms including encephalitis and meningitis, potentially leading to death. We are nearing the end of mosquito season in the region, so the risk of EEE and related infections is decreasing.
Erie County, Pennsylvania, is experiencing a pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak, with 15 confirmed cases reported as of November 8, 2024. A majority of these cases are affiliated with a particular church. This surge is part of a broader trend across the country, which has recorded over 2,000 cases this year, marking a tenfold increase from the previous year.

NOV 10 : WILDFIRES BURN UPSTATE IN NY. FIREFIGHTER MOURNED IN ORANGE COUNTY FIRE ABLAZE

Posted on November 10, 2024 by John Bailey

STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of one of our New York State Parks employees while responding to a wildfire in Orange County yesterday.

My prayers go out to his family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. I commend his dedication to serving and protecting his fellow New Yorkers, and his bravery on the front lines.

New York is battling multiple wildfires due to the dry conditions we are currently facing. Our State employees are working around the clock to protect our communities and we are keeping them close in our thoughts as they put their lives on the line to stop the spread of these wildfires.”

ARMISTICE DAY VETERANS DAY PASSES THE TORCH OF MEMORY, REGRET, RESPONSIBILITY AND HANDSHAKE OF RESPECT

Posted on November 10, 2024 by John Bailey

Armistice Day Veterans Day Passes the Torch of Memory and Regret and Responsibility

WPCNR News & Comment By John F. Bailey November 10, 2024:

I am republishing this piece I wrote a number of years ago, commenting on the significance of Veterans Day:

Cominp up is the 11th day of the 11th month, and it is 1918. Armistice Day the day when World War I “The Great War to end all Wars” officially ended.

Sadly, the way “The Great War” ended and subsequent reparations penalties on Germany, set the stage for a century of war: World War II, the Holocaust, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the 6-Day War, the first Iraq War, the Afghan War, and now the Israel Hamas war.

It was sunny on the steps of City Hall today in White Plains this morning , not at all like the trenchs of the Somme in that “Great War.” I wrote the piece that follows in 2013 that delivers some of the feelings of all Armistice Days

I attended the Veterans Day Ceremony in White Plains Rural Cemetery in 2013. I met Ross Marsico,(above) the 90 year old veteran of World War II who fought with the Third Army in France, Belgium and Germany. He was wounded by shrapnel, spent 45 days in a hospital THEN returned to active duty.

Mr. Marsico returned to the USA and spent 30 years as an active policeman in Harrison. He was honored as the 2013 Veteran’s Day Honoree

Mr. Marsico is a native of White Plains, just turned 90 in 2013, is an outstanding person to have the honor to meet. When he was asked questions how he felt about being honored, he said he just represented all the other veterans and every day people who had served, that it was not about him. Then he teared up.

Veterans day makes you tear up.

Chaplain Bob Donnelly of American Legion Post 135 in the invocation observed that the gathering was there to honor persons who had written a “blank check to the United States of America, good for everything including their life in service to their country.”

Adele Zucker(above) , Past President of Jewish War Veterans Ladies Auxiliary, said Veterans day was to honor the veterans who came back and have contributed so much to their hometowns in addition to their military service.

Chaplain Bob Donnelly noted that when he returned from the Vietnam war he was spat upon by a woman in an airport and called a baby killer, and observed today’s veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts are much more respected.

Then came brief inspiration remarks by the Mayor, Tom Roach, who proclaimed Monday Veteran’s Day in White Plains and U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Jason Freeland(below)

Sergeant Freeland, in his most recent tour, was responsible for training Afghan army and police recruits. He is now head of recruiting for the Marines in White Plains. He mentioned how honored he was to be among the veterans attending, and how it was their and those like them whose service that make it possible for him and today’s servicemen and women to perform and live up to the veterans’ example.

This truth was echoed again how you serve matters and it is an inspiration to those who come after you.

Mayor Roach with Commandant Jack Collins of American Legion Post 135 places the Mayor’s Veteran’s Day Board Wreath at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument.

The Home Defense Wreath is placed by members of the White Plains Police and Fire Department

Dennis Jones, left, places the White Plains Historical Society Wreath. Joan Steere , Regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution placed the final commemorative wreath.

The White Plains Middle School Band played Anchors Aweigh, The Caissons Go Rolling Along, The Marines Hymn, Semper Fidelis (Coast Guard), and Off We Go Into the Wild Blue Yonder (Air Force).

Crisp. Inspiring, evoking the rich traditions and pride and sacrifice of the American armed forces.

As the gathering left, the tent was folded, and the crowd drifted away, until another Memorial Day another Veterans Day.

I remained and read the tombstones of the Revolutionary War Dead…names no longer readable on the stones, they still spoke as one.

Cemeteries like the White Plains Rural Cemetery inspire by the testimony of the simple stones, the tiny flags denoting veterans and the stones too of every day people of long ago who lived well. As I read their stones I wonder what their lives were like their thoughts, their actions in that long ago time.

Cemeteries are not places of regret, but, instead inspiration to ignite in us, with their memories, to continue to work on our own lives and live up to the examples of persons like the veterans still with us and those who have departed.

Rifle Salute to the Departed Veterans by American Legion Post #135, was followed by Taps, played by Bob Freis

The veterans are getting older.

James Dwyer of American Legion Post 135 was scheduled to read Flanders Field. He could not due to illness according to Commander Jack Collins. This is the touching poem penned in World War I, Mr. Dywer would have read. He could not, so I will publish it for him.

In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders field

This has been a reminiscence of a Veterans Day event of the past in 2013, that I wrote that year. It is not a report on today’s Veterans Day ceremony, but I am sure that many of the same sentiments will be said.

May we shake the hand active soldiers we meet in airports and railroad stations today to recognize their service and just thank them. You do not have to say a word. A handshake. A respectfiul nod of the head is all that is necessary to recognize what serving your country as a soldier means and that you acknowledge what they do for us.

PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE DAY: SUNRISE 6:15 A.M AND 7:02 A.M. EST

Posted on November 10, 2024 by John Bailey

6:15 A,M,

7:02 a.m. EST

GOVERNOR HOCHUL MESSAGE ON THE ELECTION

Posted on November 9, 2024 by John Bailey

I know that many New Yorkers are wondering what Tuesday’s election means for this state, their families, and our future.

For those that may have concerns, I want to remind you that New York has faced challenges before, and we have always emerged stronger than before. We’ve fought our way back from a global pandemic, created tens of thousands of jobs, brought back manufacturing from overseas, and driven down crime – and that’s just in the three years since I became governor.

Earlier this week, I shared a message directly to President-elect Trump: I represent every New Yorker, regardless of who they voted for on Tuesday. And we will work with you on any effort that will help New York State. But if you try to harm New Yorkers or take away their rights, we will fight you every step of the way.

I believe there are many opportunities for us to collaborate with the Trump administration: Restoring the State and Local tax deduction, supporting our transit projects, and protecting our critical economic development initiatives that were funded through the Chips and Science Act. But while we hope for the best, we must also prepare for the worst.

That’s why this week I announced the launch of the Empire State Freedom Initiative: A task force focused on key areas where New York State and New Yorkers are most likely to face threats from a Trump Administration, including reproductive rights, civil rights, immigration, gun safety, labor rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and the environment.

The Empire State Freedom Initiative will drive proactive measures that New York State can take – before and after President-elect Trump is sworn in – through state legislation, partnerships with New York’s Congressional delegation and the Biden administration, and other actions to protect New Yorkers. We will coordinate these efforts with our strong partner in government, Attorney General James, to provide guidance and prepare for federal threats to New Yorkers’ rights and freedoms.

Engraved on the Statue of Liberty is an inscription many of us know: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.” But far fewer know the final words engraved on that plaque: “I lift my lamp beside the golden door!”

New York is the birthplace of the women’s rights movement, the environmental justice movement, the LGBTQ+ rights movement, and the American labor movement. I’ll work with those who want to be a partner in achieving these goals, but I will not accept an agenda from Washington that rips New Yorkers’ rights away.

New York saw another significant victory in the long fight for freedom on Tuesday, when New Yorkers overwhelmingly voted in favor of Proposition One. With the passage of that Proposition, fundamental rights, including the right to an abortion, are now enshrined in our state’s constitution.

Over the next four years and beyond, New Yorkers will continue to ensure Lady Liberty’s warm light of opportunity continues to reach all those who dare to believe in it.

Ever Upward,

Gov. Kathy Hochul

DEMOCRATIC PARTY REPORTS ON THE RESULTS OF NEW YORK CONGRESSIONAL RACES

Posted on November 8, 2024 by John Bailey

Good afternoon, it’s Friday, November 8th and this is your weekly breakdown of how Democrats are delivering in New York.

NEW YORK

Thank You from the New York State Democratic Committee

Congratulations to all of New York’s Democratic candidates, as well as to the dedicated staff, volunteers, and labor partners who made these hard-fought gains possible. New York Democrats flipped three crucial House seats, safeguarded two incumbents, and achieved success across down-ballot races.

A special thank you to Governor Kathy Hochul, Chairman Jay S. Jacobs, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, whose leadership made the Coordinated Campaign a reality. Their support and vision enabled a united effort across the state.

New York Democrats:
– Knocked over 1.3 million doors
– Made over 5.5 million calls
– Engaged over 23K volunteers
– Opened 38 Offices

To every New Yorker who knocked on doors, made phone calls, or ran for office, be proud of your incredible work. Together, we made an impact that will shape the future of our state. We couldn’t be prouder of this team! 💪💙

Chair Jay Jacobs Reflecting on New York’s Congressional Wins

New York Democrats came into the election working feverishly to flip several key House seats, and they largely succeeded. But that was a rare bright spot during a huge performance for Republicans and once and future president Donald Trump, who made gains in New York and nationwide as part of his decisive win. Read more.

New York Democrats’ Positive Showing in House Races

New York Democrats bolstered one of their own, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Tuesday night in his ongoing quest to make history as the first Black speaker of the House. They held onto all their seats, pried two from Republicans and appeared poised to seize another — punctuating a bitter and expensive campaign season defined by the epic battle for control over the White House. Read more.

AROUND THE STATE

How Democrats are Delivering

THE SENATE

Gillibrand Wins Third Term in New York Senate Race

Incumbent Kirsten Gillibrand has won reelection for the U.S. Senate in New York, defeating Republican challenger Mike Sapraicone. The 15-year senator campaigned on securing abortion rights and term limits for Supreme Court justices, among other key issues. Read more.

Majority Leader Schumer and Senator Gillibrand Announce $360 Million In Home Energy Assistance For New York Families To Lower Heating Costs This Winter

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced that New York will receive $360,185,996 in federal funding through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This money will help thousands of low-income households across the state afford their energy bills and make cost-effective repairs to their heating systems this winter. Read more.

LEADING THE NATION

Hakeem Jeffries Could Become Important Check on Power

With Republicans projected to win both the White House and Senate, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries could become an important check on GOP power if Democrats control the House. Read more.

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WHITE PLAINS WEEK THE NOV 8 REPORT ON ELECTIONS, URBAN RENEWAL ACQUISITION, KENSICO HOUSING FUNDING. VOTERS RESPONSIBILITY DOES NOT END. THIS WEEK’S REPORT VIEWABLE 24/7 ON WWW.WPCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

Posted on November 8, 2024 by John Bailey

MR. LATIMER GOES TO WASHINGTON, ARRIVING AT COLLOSSEUM TUESDAY EVENING

EARLY VOTING BRINGS LARGEST TURNOUT SINCE 2020. LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS MAKES IT HAPPEN

COUNTY EXECUTIVE GEORGE LATIMER’S FIRST WORDS TO THE PEOPLE ABOUT WHAT HAS TO BE DONE IN WASHINGTON–OUR GENERATION’S GREAT CHALLENGE–AS HE WINS THE 16TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

INCUMBENT CONGRESSMAN MIKE LAWLER RETAINS 17TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

COMMON COUNCIL QUIETLY APPROVES ACQUISITION OF 42-44 EAST POST ROAD FOR PARKING GARAGE. FUNDS 60 KENSICO AFFORDABLE HOUSING. DENIES PARKING LOT ON FERRIS AVE

JOHN BAILEY WITH ELECTION RESULTS ACROSS THE COUNTY–THE WAY FORWARD

MENOPAUSE TODAY ON “PEOPLE TO BE HEARD” 7 SATURDAY AND www.wpcommunitymedia.org

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THIS WEEK EVERY WEEK ON WHITE PLAINS WEEK

FOR 24 YEARS.

TONIGHT AT 8:MUST SEE REPORT ON MENOPAUSE TODAY HOW IT AFFECTS YOU, FERTILITY, ABILITY TO CONCEIVE. ON FIOS CH 45 COUNTY WIDE AND WP OPTIMUM CH 76 AND www.wpcommunitymedia.org

Posted on November 7, 2024 by John Bailey

FOR WOMEN WHO WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT MENOPAUSE,

MEN WHO WANT TO UNDERSTAND HOW TO HELP THEM THROUGH MENOPAUSE

JOHN BAILEY INTERVIEWS

DR. AMY BECKLEY OF PROOV.COM

MENOPAUSE WHEN IT STARTS.

HOW IT AFFECTS YOUR ABILITY TO CONCEIVE

HOW YOU WILL FEEL IN EARLY MENOPAUSE AND HOW IT DEVELOPS

IS THE MEDICAL PROFESSION TREATING MENOPAUSE EFFECTIVELY? (NO)

IS MENOPAUSE RESEARCH BEING PURSUED AGGRESSIVELY?

HOW MENOPAUSE EFFECTS CAN BE EASED WITH HORMONE PRODUCTION TESTING

HOW HORMONE DEFICIENCIES MIGHT BE BALANCED.

HOW SHE HERSELF WAS ABLE THROUGH HER OWN RESEARCH WAS ABLE

TO CONCEIVE. (SHE NOW HAS AN 11 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER)

MENOPAUSE FOR WOMEN AND HOW IT EFFECTS DIFFERENT AGED WOMEN DIFFERENTLY

REBROADCAST SATURDAY AT 7 ON FIOS CH 45 AND OPTIMUM CH 76 AND

ANYTIME AT WWW.WPCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

WOMEN’S BAR ASSOCIATION STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF PROP 1 THE ERA AMENDMENT IN NEW YORK

Posted on November 6, 2024 by John Bailey

November 6, 2024, New York, NY
Progress For New York
ERA Enshrined Into the New York State Constitution

Progress for New York is always a priority of the Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York (“WBASNY”).

WBASNY achieved a longstanding legislative priority as the New York Equal Rights Amendment was enshrined into the New York State Constitution by the vote of an overwhelming majority of the electorate.

WBASNY has been an ardent supporter of amending the New York State Constitution to include sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity/expression as protected classes, together with other protected classes already recognized under the New York Human Rights Law, namely: ethnicity, national origin, age, and disability. The ERA, now enshrined in the New York State Constitution, solidifies equality under New York law permanently and enduringly.

WBASNY’s mission includes the fair and equal administration of justice. Sex and gender bias have long been pervasive in our social structure, and given recent events, biases against sexual orientation and reproductive rights have also become much more commonplace across the country.

While constitutional guarantees are needed at the federal level to prevent further discrimination, WBASNY is relieved that New York State took up the fight to protect its citizens. By working with the New York legislature, the people of New York made WBASNY’s legislative priority a reality and ensured that every New Yorker’s rights are protected.

WBASNY gives special thanks to Governor Kathy Hochul, Assemblymember Rebecca Seawright, and Senator Liz Krueger for their leadership.

WBASNY also recognizes its Chapters, ERA/Civil Rights Committee Co-Chairs Debra Cohen, Esq., and Louise Derevlany, Esq. as well as the Social Action Committee Chair Katrin Falco, Esq. for their tireless work to protect these essential rights.

WBASNY also thanks President-Elect Lisa Noroian, Esq. for her work on the ERA programming provided for its members.

WBASNY’s President, Marea L. Wachsman, Esq., wrote an OpEd that was published in no less than 7 publications, and WBASNY members participated in social media campaigning and continuing legal education classes, presented programming at law schools, registered people to vote, sent out postcards, met with legislators, and handed out Vote ERA buttons at the polls on election day.