Scarsdale HS QB Preps for 2026 Season
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Trainer Lamont Wallace and Patrick SimonWant to be successful on the high-school football field this fall or any fall?
Then, pay attention here to Scarsdale High School’s elected football team captain and senior starting QB Patrick Simon’s advice, and you just might be successful almost immediately in future games this fall that count in the record book, home or away.
For openers, to get really ready for the season Captain Patrick, 17, 6 feet and 180 pounds, called for some unofficial sessions with fellow teammates and without coaches in attendance during the summer, as well as continuing his own personal physical training sessions with Physical Trainer Lamont Wallace, Director of the Fitness Center at the Scarsdale Golf Club (SGC) in Hartsdale.
Believe it or not, Patrick even sacrificed a cushy summer family vacation to practice informally with his teammates in the summer months. He is convinced those early training sessions will pay off in more wins in the fall.
An improved showing for Simon and the team’s record this fall season would be to better last year’s Raiders’ team record of 5 wins and 4 loses. “Better, for sure,” the captain says.
Last season, Simon, then a junior, shared the QB slot. This year he will be the starting QB, and no doubt will see plenty of minutes under center. As this year’s elected captain, Simon boldly predicts the team will improve on last year’s record. First game is at home on Butler Field, September 10, against the Yonkers Guardians.
Fortunately for Captain Patrick, he comes from an athletic family that is also most serious about academics, and he plans to continue his education pursuits in college. When at Eastchester High School, Dad, Chris, a television executive now, was the starting QB. Mom, Meg, a past president of SGC, is a regular at the Club’s Fitness Center. Patrick’s sister, Devon, 15, is involved in girls’ sports at SHS. 
Simon chats with Bill Doescher
Like most seniors at Scarsdale High School, Patrick is most serious about attending college after SHS. At this juncture, he prefers not to discuss his favorites. But he hopes football is in his college future.
As football captain, Patrick is a superb role model for his teammates. “Every night after practice,” he says, “I watch film about the opposing team of that week, do stretches and eat properly. On the day of the game, I eat clean, hydrate, watch film again, and stretch. It’s important I don’t get distracted. I conserve energy and listen to music.”
Go Raiders.
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Matthew Fisher Completes Volunteer Firefighter Training
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Left to Right: Scarsdale Volunteer Firefighter Captain Lou Mancini - Volunteer Firefighter Matthew Fisher - Scarsdale Fire Chief Christopher Mytych
Matthew Fisher, a Scarsdale Volunteer Firefighter serving as a member of Fire Company #2, completed the interior and exterior firefighter training at the Westchester Firefighters Academy earlier this year. On August 12, 2026 at the Firefighter 1 Graduation Ceremony, Matthew Fisher (Company #2), received the Firefighter 1 certificate recognizing his successful completion of the training. Fire Chief Christopher Mytych and Volunteer Firefighter Captain Lou Mancini represented the Scarsdale Fire Department at the graduation ceremony and honored Firefighter Fisher with their presence at the graduation ceremony.
Photo Credit: Jeffrey Levin
Scarsdale Sidewalk Sale: A Village Tradition, Rain or Shine🛍️
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Last week, rainy weather couldn't dampen enthusiasm for the three-day Scarsdale Sidewalk Sale, hosted annually by the Scarsdale Business Alliance (SBA), as shoppers arrived early and ready to find bargains. Parking in the Village was hard to come by and at Pamela Robbins, customers began lining up outside in the drizzle, 45 minutes before the doors opened at 10 a.m. on Thursday morning, eager to be among the first to shop the annual event. Many of the Village's retailers participated in the sale, which ran from 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, through the close of business on Saturday, August 1. Undeterred by the rain, shoppers happily browsed racks, tables, and bins filled with discounted merchandise throughout the Village.
Customers lined up in the rain early for first dibs at Pamela Robbins.
Each store put its own spin on the sale. Rothmans drew shoppers with tents lining the sidewalk, where racks and tables were filled with discounted menswear. Great Stuff displayed merchandise with large display signs using original price scales with corresponding sale prices making it easy for shoppers to see their savings. Holsten Jewelers offered a storewide percentage discount, while I Am More and Mixology invited bargain hunters to dig through bins and racks of specially marked sale items. Some retailers took their sales outdoors, while others, despite the event's name, chose to keep most of their merchandise inside. Whether shoppers browsed under tents on the sidewalk or inside the stores, they found plenty of deals throughout the Village.
Ken Giddon and Samantha Reemer
By the second and third days, the rain had given way to sunshine, and shopper turnout remained strong, proving that enthusiasm for the annual sale wasn't dependent on the weather.
For many Scarsdale residents, the annual Sidewalk Sale has become a midsummer tradition and much more than just a shopping event. Shoppers plan for the event weeks in advance, marking it on their calendars long before it begins. The dates are promoted through outdoor signage, social media, and coverage on Scarsdale10583.com, while details of the sale also spread through word of mouth as friends encourage friends to shop together and make a day of the event. The combination of familiar retailers, longtime traditions, and community enthusiasm has helped make the Scarsdale Sidewalk Sale a much anticipated Village event each summer.
Ken Giddon, owner of Rothmans and President of the Scarsdale Business Alliance, wasn't sure exactly when the first Scarsdale Sidewalk Sale was held, but he is certain the tradition dates back decades.
"The Sidewalk Sale was a great success once again," Giddon said. "We love to see the commerce, but also the community. It is a great way for the businesses to connect with each other and residents. So much fun. Shout out to the efforts of Village Manager Alex Marshall, Steve Shallo, and SBA Executive Director Sam Reemer for their tireless work on this."
Samantha Reemer, Executive Director of the Scarsdale Business Alliance and one of the organizers of the event, was pleased with the turnout. Throughout the three-day event, she made the rounds, checking in with participating merchants and ensuring everything ran smoothly.
"The Sidewalk Sale was a tremendous success and a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and support the local merchants who contribute so much to Scarsdale throughout the year," Reemer said. "Seeing so many people shopping, connecting, and enjoying the Village was a wonderful reminder of how deeply our community values its local businesses."
Scarsdale Democrats Rally in Support of Cait Conley for CD-17
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Alissa Baum and Myra Saul, Co-Chairs of the Scarsdale DemocratsOne of the hottest Congressional races to watch is happening north of Scarsdale, where Democrats are determined to win back Congressional District 17, now represented by Republican Mike Lawler. Though Scarsdale residents cannot vote in that race, many local Democrats have focused their energy on supporting Democratic candidate Cait Conley who won the Democratic primary.
Conley is ready for the fight. She is a decorated combat veteran and national security expert who attended West Point and served 16 years as an active duty Army officer, deployed six times to keep Americans safe and later led counterterrorism efforts on the White House National Security Council and at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
On Thursday July 23, Scarsdale Democrats gathered for the Scarsdale Democrats annual fundraiser at the home of Joy Brownstein and David Chalfin in Sherbrooke Park. State Assemblymember Amy Paulin led off the event, urging the group to “help the Scarsdale Democrats to help the greater community.”
Congressman George Latimer, who represents Congressional District 16, came directly to the meeting from Amtrak. He said, “Being in Congress is not a nice place now. Usually you say “send in the Marines”- now why don’t we say, “Send in the Army.” He urged the crowd to turn the tables by “Giving us Cait Conley and a few more Democrats.”
Myra Saul, Co-Chair of the Scarsdale Democrats commented on the dire state of our democracy, saying, “It is safe to say that things have not gotten better since our last summer fundraiser. The Trump presidency is in free fall –from a disastrous war of choice, an economy that does not work for too many Americans, cuts to 
Michelle Lichtenberg, Amy Paulin and Susan RossMedicaid and SNAP benefits, corruption, incompetence and tax cuts to the ultra-wealthy. All that and his attacks on immigrants, science, the arts and the rule of law have made him so destructive to our democracy. Throughout it all, the Republican Congress has shrunk from its responsibilities of oversight and has been his unquestioning partner. And, in the wake of so many failures and seeing his approval rating plummet, Trump’s latest strategy is to sow doubt in the sanctity of our elections and threaten federal interference in them. “
Saul continued, “We cannot be distracted or intimidated. Tonight, we turn to the midterm elections because this is our opportunity to start a new dialogue between the executive and the legislative branches of government. That dialogue that can only start with a Democratic Congress.”
Alissa Baum introduced Conley, saying “And this is where our featured speaker, CD-17 Candidate Cait Conley, comes in. She is in THE key race to help Democrats get the House back by defeating Republican Congressman Mike Lawler.
Conley is a compelling speaker, who clearly honed her skills in the military. She gave a rallying cry for support, saying this election is about “The values that define us as a nation… we are talking about the future of American democracy and the future of America itself.”
“We are fighting against greed corruption, racist and cruel ideology. In Rockland, Haitians who are here legally and pay taxes … who work in our hospitals and as caregivers are having their TPS status revoked.”
Cait Conley“I did six tours of duty and I am here to fight for an America where people live in hope, not fear… where the rule of law applies to the President.”
“Mike Lawler votes Donald Trump’s way. The war is costing us American service members and we are paying the price at the pump.”
About Lawler she said, “While he got paid, we got screwed.”
“America’s best day as a nation are still ahead of us but we have to do the work.”
“When I was in an airborne unit where we jumped out of an airplane, the most senior paratrooper was the first one out the door – because courage is contagious. When it comes to sacrifice, risk and even harm, that is courage. Ordinary people have met the moment and prevailed. Because America was worth fighting for. This country is up to us. When we choose courage, we prevail.
We’ve got one heck of a fight on our hands. It’s a fight I can win – but I cannot win on my own. Please choose courage.”
Co-chair Myra Saul said, “Let’s turn back to the election. “Wanting” a return to democracy and the rule of law isn’t sufficient. Nor is ‘wishing’. Democratic candidates need your money —yes—but they also need your energy. Volunteer for a candidate. Get involved. Do something. This is the way to bring about change and get our country back!!! Our email is [email protected].
Joy Brownstein, Ira Schuman and Dave Chalfin
Also in attendance were Democrats from throughout the county including, “State Senator Shelley Mayer, County Legislator Jenn Puja, County Legislator Judah Holstein, White Plains Mayor Justin Brasch, Former County Legislator Ben Boykin, Former Scarsdale Mayor Jon Mark, Scarsdale Village Trustee Tim Foley, and former Scarsdale Village Trustee Seth Ross.
Ben Boykin with George and Robin LatimerCandidates for State Supreme Court included: Justice Maria Rosa, a current Supreme Court Justice seeking re-election; County Court Judge and Acting Supreme Court Justice George Fufidio; Alden Wolfe, current majority leader in the Rockland County Legislature; Bill Gianaris; Sara Beaty; Natasha Ginzburg; Josephine Trovini; and Rye Town Judge Jane Lippman.
Judicial aspirants included: Michelle Calvi for Westchester County Court and Judith Berger Efaro for Westchester Family Court.
Scarsdale Comes Together for Annual Fireworks Spectacular
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On Thursday evening, July 2nd, Scarsdale came together for a vibrant celebration of all things red, white, and blue. The Scarsdale Pool Complex was the perfect backdrop for the Scarsdale's famous Annual Fireworks Spectacular, bringing everyone together for a night of music, fireworks, and true community spirit.
The excitement started at around 5:00 PM as families and friends packed the grass with blankets and lawn chairs. While children splashed in the water, the pool staff and lifeguards kept a careful eye on everything to make sure that everyone stayed safe amidst the fun.
A Special Night for the Westchester Band
At 7:30 PM, the Westchester Band commenced. The concert was led by Alan Hollander, who celebrated his 25th year conducting this incredible group. He began playing with the band when he was just twelve years old, sharing that music has always been his true passion and love. The band features talented musicians of all ages, from local teenagers to senior players. They played plenty of American classics, and the crowd cheered and gave applause at the end of every single song to celebrate our community's musical talent and commitment.
Fantastic Fireworks Light Up the Sky
As the sun set, the sky came alive at 9:30 PM with a breathtaking fireworks display. Bursts of bright color filled the air, sending waves of excitement through the crowd. Children and adults alike were delighting, "oooh"ing and "aaah"ing at every spark and clapping at the end. From teenagers chatting along to their friends to families relaxing in festive outfits, everyone embraced the 4th of July holiday spirit. Between the heartfelt tunes from the band and the dazzling show in the sky, it was a spectacular summer night that Scarsdale will remember for a long time.
