Girls Varsity Basketball Team Loses 44-45 in Section Quarterfinal
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- Written by Emmeline Berridge
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(Updated Sunday February 21) Before Wednesday February 10, the Raiders Girls Varsity Basketball team hadn't won a league title since 1995. All of that changed when they defeated Mamaroneck 55-28, becoming co-league champions with Ursuline. The pivotal moment to this title was February 2nd, when the Raiders defeated Ursuline at Ursuline 69-49. Scarsdale had fallen to Ursuline earlier in the season at home, and winning this second game helped catapult Scarsdale to a share of the league title. In the regular season, the Raiders went 15-5, making them the No. 3 seed going into the playoffs. The team is coached by Mike Blanco, along with assistant Coaches John Schwartz and Genette Zonghetti.
Graduating seniors, Rachel Cohen, Lindsay Kramer, Alexis Kline, Kayle Waterhouse, and Ally Dweck, have helped to carry the team towards their goal of making it back to the County Center. Last year, the Raiders made it to the semifinals of the section at the County Center, but ended up losing to Lourdes. This year, the team is working hard to get another opportunity to play for a section title.
Each member is critical to the success of the team. Rachel Cohen is a leading scorer and rebounder. When the Raiders lost to Ursuline earlier in the season, Cohen was injured and could not play. After their latest victory, where Rachel scored 22 points, it is evident that she makes a major difference on the floor. Lindsay Kramer, a guard, is a powerhouse for the team. Her speed, agility and ball handling skills help her dominate on the floor, making her a leading scorer as well. Alexis Kline, also a guard, is a major playmaker for the team. Her extraordinary game sense makes her a key to the Raiders' success. Kayle Waterhouse, a center, is also a leading scorer for the team. During the season, she scored 30 of the raiders 60 points in their victory against White Plains. She is aggressive and rebounds against many formidable opponents. Junior Emma Coleman is the only non-senior starter for the Raiders. She is valuable because of her defensive skills, and she is often the player to guard the leading scorer on the opposite team. Senior Ally Dweck also rotates in regularly, coming in clutch during intense game situations.
Other players on the team include juniors Jordie Cohen, and Ashley Barletta, who is currently injured. Sophomores Samantha Mancini, Lily Steckel, and Audrey Shaev, and Freshman Emmeline Berridge complete the team's roster.
The Raiders won their playoff game on Wednesday February 17 against Ketcham, putting them into the Section 1 Quarterfinals on Saturday February 20. There they met John-Jay East Fishkill who had defeated Suffern to get to the Section 1 Quarterfinals.
In an an aggressive game, the Raiders lost by just one point to John Jay East Fishkill 44-45. Although this was not the best way to end an exciting season with a talented group of seniors, the team had their best season in twenty years and the legacy these players left has set the foundation for a strong girls basketball program in the future.
Shop the Dale for Valentine's Day
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- Written by Joanne Wallenstein
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Valentine's Day is just days away .... and village retailers have great gifts in store.Toast your valentine with Veuve Cliquot, or shower him or her with flowers, chocolate, personalized gifts, or jewels. Everything the heart desires can be found when you shop the dale for Valentines Day.
Say it with flowers: The Scarsdale Village Flower Shop has red, pink, lavender and white roses by the dozen along with orchids, lilly's and even fruit baskets. Prices start at $50 and they'll deliver your bouquet. Stop by the shop at 7 Harwood Court or call soon to order at 723-0852. Click here to select your gift.
RedGinji Jewelry by Rachel Chalchinsky, offers an international collection of hand made, one of a kind gold and silver jewelry set with precious and semi precious stones. Great original gifts for women and teens for Valentine's Day. Multiple styles: Bohemian, business chic, casual, vacation jewelry and Bat Mitzvah. RedGinji will have two shows open to the public in February.
Wednesday, February 10th at Houlihan Lawrence real estate office 32 Popham Rd Scarsdale
Monday, February 22nd at Skinny Buddha 6 Depot Place Scarsdale
Contact Rachel at 914-262-2333, email her at redginji@gmail.com, or visit her website here: www.redginji.com
Imagine Candy is your source for the most scrumptious and the most fun Valentines for friends, teachers, children, parents ... and lovers.
They offer a curated selection that ranges from Traditional Valentine Hearts filled with famous Belgian Chocolate Truffles to Chocolate Roses - available in bouquets and boxes; to the most amazing Caramels decorated with a Chocolate Heart... and very special hand painted Belgian Chocolate Hearts....
More possibilities for gifts at every budget ... Heart Pillows and Plush Pants, Hot Sipping Chocolate, Belgian Chocolate Pretzels, Giant Non-Pariel Heart Lollipops, Red Foiled Lips and Hearts, Cherries Soaked in Armagnac and dipped in Dark Chocolate, Heart Paperweights from Kenya, Emoji Heart Pillows, Red Foiled Slippers, Heart Mugs to fill with your favorite candy or chocolate ... and more.
Visit Imagine Candy at 22 Harwood Court in Scarsdale Village-914.723.7887, our Candy concierge is here to help you find the perfect Valentines.
Eye Gallery: Come see the new red pieces from Celine and Cutler and Gross at the Eye Gallery of Scarsdale! See and be seen in the latest eyewear from the Eye Gallery of Scarsdale, 8 Spencer Place, Scarsdale, (914) 472-2020, www.eyegalleryny.com.
Current Home: Who needs Cupid when you have Current Home? Beautiful acrylic art you can customize for the one you love plus a wide range of imaginative gifts and accessories. Current Home, 8 Palmer Avenue, Scarsdale, (914) 723-2462, www.currenthomeny.com.
Say "I Love You" with these beautiful Valentines gifts from La Dentelliere on East Parkway. Pictured here:
Stainless steel heart spoons $10 each
You Mean the World to Me book $14.95
Heart French Sugars $18.00
Heart glass candy dish $58
Heart Frame $48
Heart Scoop $52
Red Italian Pitcher $178
Manila Blahnik Book $150
La Dentelliere, 20 East Parkway, Scarsdale, (914) 725-2800, www.ladentelliere.com.
This year, gift her another type of rose.... sparking rosé! Zachys recommends Veuve Clicquot Rose, an elegant wine with a delicate "range of flavors, including white raspberry, spiced plum, pink grapefruit zest and a base note of a smoky minerality." Toast to your love with a bottle of bubbly! $58.99.
Zachys 16 East Parkway, Scarsdale, (914) 874- 8000, www.Zachys.com.
Reich Denied Bail
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- Written by Joanne Wallenstein
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At a hearing before Judge Anne Minihan in White Plains today, Julius Reich was denied bail. He is accused of second-degree murder and his attorney Kerry Lawrence had asked that bail be set at $150,000. He offered to turn over his client's passport.
However, Assistant District Attorney John O'Rourke said that Reich was a potential flight risk. His children told investigators that their father has assets in international accounts and access to jets.
According to the Daily News, O'Rourke told the judge that Reich attacked his wife in the shower on Wednesday morning while she was preparing to go to work. He allegedly grabbed her from behind and stabbed her 21 times. Leaving a trail of blood to the kitchen, he then smoked a cigarette before calling police.
The judge also granted the three Reich children, Jenna, Alyssa and Adam orders of protection against their father. O'Rourke said that Goldman had recently made moves to change the locks on the house and that Reich's children were afraid of him.
Commenting on the judge's decision in an email to Scarsdale10583, Reich's attorney Kerry Lawrence of Calhoun and Lawrence said, "We are very disappointed the Court did not set bail for Mr. Reich. Mr. Reich has worked and lived in New York his entire life and has a reputation both in his work and personal life as a gentle kind man. The allegations that he was likely to flee if released on bail are baseless."
Snow Blankets Scarsdale
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- Written by Joanne Wallenstein
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Scarsdale received at least a foot of snow on Saturday January 23rd. As the Village Manager's office asked everyone to refrain from using the roadways or parking on the street, most stayed indoors for the duration of the storm, leaving the snowfall undisturbed until Sunday. We awoke to bright sunny skies and a beautiful winter wonderland. Here are a few snow photos from around town. If you have more to share, please send them to scardalecomments@gmail.com.
See the photo on the left of my house on Colvin Road around 9 pm on Saturday night:
On Sunday morning, Theodore Bear (at top) donned orange plastic shoes made from plastic newspaper bags to protect his feet against the salt and snow.
A friend on Dickel Road sent this shot below of her patio.
Todd Finger shared the photo below of snow banks in front of Metro Deli on Palmer Avenue.
And while everyone was inside watching, Mayor Jon Mark reported that "the Department of Public Works did a terrific job overnight of clearing the streets following an impressive snowfall. The Village's 25 miles of sidewalks will be cleared over the next several days and the mountains of snow in the Village Center will also be trucked away. We appreciate residents' patience while the crews go about the task of tiding up the Village. Merchants are reminded that they are responsible for clearing the sidewalks in front of their stores."
Below find a picture of the Village Center at 10:12 am on Sunday morning.
Police Investigating the Death of a 58 Year-Old Woman on Lincoln Road
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Scarsdale Police are currently investigating the homicide of a 58 year-old woman at 50 Lincoln Road on the morning of Wednesday January 20th. According to a press release from the Scarsdale Police they received a 911 call at 10:09 am saying that a woman at the house had been seriously injured.
Police officers and the Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps arrived at 50 Lincoln within three minutes but were apparently unable to save her.
Police have taken a 61 year-old man into custody and are currently working with the Westchester County Department of Public Safety Forensic Investigations Unit and the Westchester County District Attorney's Office on an investigation.
Police are certain that this was an isolated incident that poses no threat to the community.
The police report does not give the identity of the parties involved. However, the home is owned by Jules Reich. He is married to Dr. Robin Goldman who is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
The Journal News is reporting that the victim was stabbed to death and Tara Rosenblum from News 12 says, "Friends ID victim of fatal domestic #Scarsdale dispute as Albert Einstein College Prof/Pediatrician/Mother Dr. Robin Goldman."
Today, Lincoln Road was barricaded and press vehicles from major news outlets were waiting at the intersection of Carthage and Lincoln Roads to get some news.
This is the first murder in town in almost 40 years. The last occurred in 1977 when Yale student Bonnie Garland was bludgeoned to death at her home by her ex-boyfriend Richard Herrin who was visiting her in Scarsdale.