THE KINGDOM OF YORKTOWN STRIKES AGAIN

Dear Readers:

The Kingdom of Yorktown strikes again. The owner of I Luv My Kids bought the old Sunshine Pizza on Rt. 202 so they could move their store to a bigger location. Now one would think if the lot was okay for a restaurant a baby store would be a no brainer. You would be wrong. You see as with the Old Stone church, the Yorktown government has other ideas. They want an access road built behind the building to empty on the road next to the New City Diner. You see, the lot's entrance and exit is not good enough for them. Not only do the owners have to gut and build a new interior for the store, the town wishes them to spend their own money on a new road. There is no law, ordinance or what ever to mandate this from either the state or town comprehensive plan. This is just a whim from the town government.

One must remember that pregnant women and families with young children would be the primary customers of this establishment. The seperate entrance and exit would be safer than the access road the town wants. You have to wonder sometimes what these officials are smoking when they come up with these ideas.

I was under the impression we elected Don Peters Supervisor to stop this nonsense. It is time for the town government to stop acting like a kingdom. These owners acted in good faith when they bought the property. The town has not, changing the rules in the middle of the game. So now the Old Stone Church still sits vacant, not creating need employment in these recessionary times, not generating sales taxes that the town receives a portion of and could definitely use. This same town government that forced the owner of the Old Stone Church to sue for the right to open (case still pending), now for no good reason other then they have the power to interfere, is doing the same thing to the owners of I Luv My Kids. It is time for this town to stop being anti-business or as this next election cycle is for the local government, face the wrath of the voters. The town government can consider this my opening salvo. There will be more if they do not change their ways.

P.S.: You can read the full story on this in this weeks NCN sill on sale
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MY APPEARENCE ON THE VOLPE REPORT IN NOVEMBER:

The Volpe Report is pleased to announce the that the next guest for Domenic's upcoming show is none other than this blog's and political commentator for the North County News- Anthony Bazzo. Come watch and listen to some back and forth commentary on many topics and get an insight into Anthony's political thinking. Airtimes and dates are as follows: Peekskill/Cortlandt area- November 13 and 20 Thursdays at 8:00pm. Yorktown/Putnam Valley area- November 12 and 19 Wednesdays at 6:00pm.

Domenic Volpe
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MY APPEARENCE ON THE YORKTOWN WATCHDOG REPORT:
Andy:
The show is on Wednesday November 12 at 4:30 P.M. both channel 74. (Ykt. & Put. Valley only)

Ed

P.S.: see you in Dec. for the Christmas show. I will let you know the date and time.
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A NEW RESTAURANT OPENS:

Hi Andy,

You were correct originally way back when you heard Pleasantville was the location of our favorite chef Louie's new restaurant.

In any event he opened this weekend in Pleasantville at 160 Marble Ave. Its called Jessies Villa. Nice looking place, its huge and pretty much the same menu we have come to know and love.
Pamela sends her regards to you and Tommy. Hope we run into you there.

Marty
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT TWELVE GRAPES, N.DIVION STREET PEEKSKILL:

Coming up: Thanksgiving Eve, Nov 26, The Straight Up Dirties, a classic rock band from 9:00-12:30. They're young, hot, and really, really good. $10 Cover.

Dec 6th, our first ever Comedy & Music Night. Tickets on sale now--$45 for Comedy Show & Prix Fixe Dinner, followed by live music from The Dragon Coasters, an 8-piece classic rock band.

New Year's Eve, Dec 31, Johnny Feds & Da Bluez Boyz. A 12 Grapes favorite!

As always, keep checking 12grapes.com for weekly updates.

All the best,
Rich & Jeannie
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Wed, Nov 12, 8:30-11:00
Greg Aulden (Acoustic)

Greg is an accomplished guitarist, singer/songwriter and storyteller. His connection with the audience is immediate. His sets at times "seem more like a comedy show", but his vocals are delivered with deep emotion. Greg has the ability to stay true to the artist's intent while making the song uniquely his own. An entertaining evening is assured.
gregaulden.tripod.com

Thu, Nov 13, 8:30-11:30
OPEN MIC NIGHT with Petey Hop

We look forward to the diversity, surprise and talent that always accompanies Petey's Open Mics. We invite all talented artists to come enjoy the music, the stage and Petey. He opens the evening with one of his versatile and creative acoustic sets. Sign up begins at 8pm.
peteyhop.com


Fri, Nov 14, 9:30-12:30
Geoff Hartwell (Blues-Rock)


An incredible Blues-Rock slide guitarist, Geoff Hartwell plays classic rock with perfection and style. As a songwriter, Geoff is fresh and original. His new CD, "PERFECT STRANGER" can be heard on his website. Slide guitar legend Sonny Landreth is featured on two songs on the CD.
Let Geoff and his band take you to slide guitar heaven. Free admission.
geoffhartwell.com


Sat, Nov 15, 9:30-12:30
The Mojomatics!


Authentic Chicago-style Blues a la Muddy Waters, these guys deliver an explosive array of originals and covers. The Mojomatics have attracting a loyal following throughout the HV region, and at 12 Grapes in particular.
Their CD, "MY KIND OF CRAZY", is available on CD Baby.
themojomatics.com


Sun, Nov 16, 6:00-9:00
Singer/Songwriter Showcase

Three accomplished acoustic artists take the stage in alternating sets. Manny Cortez has a voice like Cat Stevens, and belts out his songs with emotion and conviction. Lisa Freider has an impressive repertoire of original songs. Her guitar work and vocals are amazing.
Cassandra Frake's vocals are soft, sweet and moving.


COMING UP:
Wed, Nov. 19, 8:30 - 11:30, "Reds Whites & the Blues" Jam
Thu, Nov. 20, 8:30 - 11:30, Johnny Feds Invitational Blues Jam
Fri, Nov 21, 9:30 - 12:30, The Blues Dogs
Sat, Nov 22, 9:30 - 12:30, Bennett Harris
Sun, Nov 23, 6:00 - 9:00, Singer/Songwriter Showcase
with Anthony & Joe Melillo & Sheri Miller.

Check out 12grapes.com to see our lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch menus. You can view our calendar of events and photo gallery to see what's happening at 12 Grapes each week.

Thank you for your patronage and friendship.


Sincerely,
Rich & Jeannie Credidio
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street, Peekskill, NY
(914) 737-6624
12grapes.com
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A MESSAGE FROM LEGISLATOR GEORGE OROS:

The Republicans Will Return


The Republicans took it on the chin big time. It was not like we couldn't see the punch coming either. The party seemed to be flagging about, wildly throwing all kinds of punches but the body blows did nothing to the opposition. It simply left our chin exposed where our opponents struck with a swift and powerful left hook that wiped us out.

Republicans need to grow up. With the likes of Fox News, Rush Limbaugh and the internet, we can no longer moan and groan about media bias (though it exists). With many of the voters who elected Ronald Reagan against what was then a sea of blue now passing on, we can no longer use his legacy (as grand as it was) to rally democrats and independents to our cause.

Republicans need to take their heads out of the sand. Intellectually, on principles and the issues, Republicans do have it right. But there is a vast disconnect with the people. Lectures and questioning motives of an opponent means little to voters worried stiff about if they will have a job next week or how do I pay for my retirement. Republicans have sound programs to address those concerns, but we failed miserably on getting those across in a simple easy to understand way. Economic policies that promote job growth are a Republican hallmark. We are the party of small and medium business, of the entrepreneur, but somehow with all the weaving and swinging in this campaign, we lost that message and instead hit the canvas unfairly characterized as the party of Wall Street.

Writing off the young and the new class of immigrants will insure keeping the Republican Party in the minority for a long time. Many young people I speak with have a jaded view of Republican principles. That is not the fault of mainstream media or the presence of the teachers union in the classroom, as much as it is the fault of the Republicans dismal failure to engage young voters on their issues. Too often Republicans down play or ridicule the youth vote. Like it or not, “Rock the Vote” and whether a candidate wears boxers or briefs are important to young voters and must be recognized. The lack of engagement between new voters and our party is a glaring weakness that must be addressed.
Most immigrants are decent hard working people who like my grandparents are here seeking a better life. Republicans need to embrace that, not mock it. Yes, we need to enforce immigration laws, yes we need to protect our borders and yes we need to make sure that those who work are paying their fair share, but first we need to understand. "Putting up our dukes" (think that is an old boxing analogy) will not address the challenges of securing our borders and assimilating the newest waive of Americans into our Country.

Above all else, Republicans are paying a dear price for the corruption and failure during the period we had control. Congressman Foley and Senator Ted Stevens became the symbol of our party. While it is true representative Charlie Rangel has his own ethical lapses, are we to persuade the American people that our party should lead because we can be as corrupt as the other guys? Hardly a testament to our philosophy of accountability.

We start today. The Republican Party in my life time has faced more daunting odds than those we face today. In 1964, the presidency was lost in a landslide, four years later the White House was Republican. In 1976, the scars of Watergate cost the party dearly. Yet in 1980 we witnessed the Reagan Revolution and a Republican Senate. After George HW Bush squandered a great opportunity for our party in 1992, two years later Republicans controlled the House and Senate. Fundamentally our principles, our issues and our message is sound and what the majority of Americans support. The problem seems to be we are sometimes so self assured that we forget that politics and elections are not about candidates - but about voters. We fail to connect, to assure, and frankly to lead.


P.S.: Dear Friends:
Your thoughts and comments are most welcomed. Thanks!

Sincerely,
George Oros
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THIS WEEKS "IN MY OPINION COLUMN" IN THE NCN:

Dear Readers:

This week I discuss the question of a town manager for Yorktown.You can read my column on this topic exclusively on line(see link below)or in this weeks NORTH COUNTY NEWS on sale now. I am worth the seventy-five cents. Look for my column IN MY OPINION(page 10) in the editorial section. Better yet as this column is exclusive to the North County News on a regular basis and will be covering the local political scene, take out a subscription. Click on the North County News link below and go to Subscribe. Between this blog and The North County News you will have all the information to make a vote based on substance.
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FYI:ATOM TAXI INC. AIRPORT SERVICE:

Dear Readers:

This gives me a chance to plug my business ATOM TAXI INC. As you are planning your holiday or business or vacation travel? Instead of the headache of trying to find Airport parking, we do Airport Service to The Westchester County Airport(and ALL other airports) 24/7. Just call 1(914)879-6121 and my partner Tommy, will be glad to take you in our Airport Taxi. You will also be provided with a free copy of your local paper of record The North County News. If this is a business trip we also provide a professional receipt, just tell Tommy at the time of booking. The cost of a one-way trip to LaGuardia Airport the cost is Ninety dollars plus tolls. The cost to JFK and Newark Airports is one hundred-twenty-five dollars plus tolls. The tolls are $10.00 Westchester County Airport and Stewart cost $75.00. We do not take credit cards, sorry.
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E-MAIL ME WITH YOUR COMMENTS:

Dear Readers:

It has come to my attention the difficulty in posting a comment on this blog. If you wish to comment, e-mail me at the link posted below, putting "Manifesto Reader" in the subject matter, and I will "cut and Paste" your comments myself. If you DO NOT wish your comments posted, but just wish to communicate with me, please make your wishes known in the e-mail.

LINKS: atom_taxi@yahoo.com(as this a yahoo address make sure you put an underscore (-) between atom and taxi)

For immediate reply: atomtaxi@aol.com
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SITES TO LINK TO:

JOHN G. TESTA: www.johngtesta.com

ON TOPIC W/ JOHN TESTA: www.ontopicwithjt.com

CARS & US: www.doverracing.com

THE WINERY AT ST. GEORGE: http://www.TheWineryAtStGeorge.com

PLAN PUTNAM: planputnam@googlegroups.com/

PEEKSKILL GUARDIAN: "http://peekskillguardian.blogspot.com/

NORTH COUNTY NEWS:"http://northcountynews.com/

THE JOURNAL NEWS:http://thejournalnews.com/

PEEKSKILL DEMOCRATS:http://www.peekskilldems.com/"

PEEKSKILLREPUBLICANS:http://peekskillgop.com/

YORKTOWN SUPERVISOR DON PETERS: http://www.donpetersforyorktown.com/

PUTNAM VALLEY SUPERVISOR BOB TENDY:http://www.bobtendyforsupervisor.com/

THE PEEKSILL NEWS:http://thepeekskillnews.blogspot.com/
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CABLE SHOWS TO WATCH

ON POINT ON PEEKSKILL: Every Tuesday at 8PM channel 15 (Peekskill only)
Hosted by:DARREN RIGGER

DON PETERS AND YORKTOWN: Various day and times on chanel 20(Ykt.only)
Hosted by: SUPERVISOR DON PETERS

YORKTOWN WATCHDOG: Every Friday at 9:30 PM & Wednesday at 4:30PM on channel 74
Hosted By: ED CIFFON

LEGISLATORS REPORT: Saturday and Sunday at various times on chanel 20
Hosted By: COUNCILMEN NICK BIANCO AND LOU CAMPISI

THE VOLPE REPORT: Thursadys at 8PM chanel 15 (Peek. and Cort.) chanel 74 at 6pm (York.& Put. Valley)
Hosted By: Dominec Volpe

THE ISSUES: Thursdays at 9:PM chanel 74 Peekskill Mondays at 8PM chanel 15
Hosted by; Sam Davis

ON TOPIC WITH JOHN TESTA: Thursdays at 9:30PM chanel 15 (Peekskill & Cortlant)
Tuesdays in Yorktown & Putnam Valley 9:30 chanel 74
Hosted by: John Testa

CARS & US: Fridays 10 PM chanel 15(Peek. & Cortlant) 74(York. & Put. Valley)
Hosted By: Dennis Tate
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EDITOR'S NOTE:
All articles re-printed in this blog from the North County News are with the permission of Bruce Apar Publisher and Editor-in-Chief

11/01/08