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Pelham Bay News: Farewell to Derek the Great

Pelham Bay News: Farewell to Derek the Great: Farewell to Derek the Great By Howard Goldin Derek Jeter played his final game in Yankee Stadium on Thursday night. The largest pai...

Farewell to Derek the Great

Farewell to Derek the Great

By Howard Goldin

Derek Jeter played his final game in Yankee Stadium on Thursday night. The largest paid attendance of the year (48,613) came to witness Jeter’s farewell appearance in the Bronx. Many of those present expended an exorbitant amount of money to scalpers to be able to see the special event. It was a magical night that ended in an appropriate way.

Since the opportunity for the Yankees to qualify for the playoffs ended after the previous night’s game, the focus for Yankee fans was solely upon Jeter. The elimination of the chances of the Yankees to advance to the next level also freed Jeter to think about his career and show his appreciation to the fans.

Immediately before the start of the game, a video was shown that displayed the gratitude of the people of the city to Jeter for what he means to them. The video ended and the Yankees immediately took the field. The fans in the ballpark responded with a standing ovation and the chanting of Jeter’s name. Jeter answered by tipping his cap.

He has throughout his career and repeatedly in his final season acknowledged his appreciation of their support. He spoke of his relationship with the fans in a lengthy post-game press conference that was shown on the giant screen in centerfield to the fans who were invited to remain after the game concluded.

He asked, “In what job do you hear 40-50,000 people chanting your name? I see signs “Thank you Derek” and I say, ‘What for? I’m just trying to do my job.’ I want to thank everyone here. They’re [the fans] the ones that made this special.”

Asked about what he thinks brings out so much support for him from the fans, he replied, “I care about one thing, winning. I don’t think anyone played harder, maybe as hard but not harder. I did it here in New York, and I think it’s harder here.”

Speaking about the farewell tour, Jeter admitted, “The whole year has been special, but at times difficult. I’ve appreciated it all, but it feels like watching your own funeral.” He explained that hearing the constant praise and seeing the focus on him makes him uncomfortable.

He also discussed his emotions, “I have emotions; I think I’m pretty good at hiding them, controlling them.” Yet on his last game at Yankee Stadium, he felt less control of his emotions,” I don’t know that I ever thought ‘please don’t hit it to me’ I thought I would break down.”

He also felt that emotion “when my teammates presented me with something before the game today, a painting and a special watch.”

He was again asked why he decided to retire after this year. His answer was the same as on previous occasions, “I felt like I’ve been doing it a long time. I feel like I could still play, but I don’t want to. I wanted to call it a career.”

Jeter performed in a heroic manner as befits someone special. In his first trip to the plate, Jeter doubled to score Brett Gardner, who had singled.

Jeter made out in the second and fifth innings as the score remained tied at 2.

With the bases loaded in the seventh, Jeter was safe on an error, in which two runs scored and the Yankee captain recorded his second run batted in of the contest.

Jeter’s final chance to bat came in the bottom of the ninth with the score knotted at 5. Rookie Jose Pirela began the frame with a single. Gardner moved pinch runner Antoan Richardson to second on a sacrifice bunt. To the surprise of no one who believes in miracles, Jeter drove in the winning run for the ninth walk-off win for the Yankees in 2014.

Jeter was very happily greeted by his current teammates and then by his former teammates who were now also on the field. He embraced the rest of the Core Four (Andy Pettitte, Jorge Posada and Mariano Rivera), Hideki Matsui, Tino Martinez, Bernie Williams, Gerald Williams and their manager Joe Torre. Jeter described them in the following words, “These guys are like brothers and Mr. T. like a second father.”

The Yankee shortstop decided on the day of his final stadium game to not play shortstop in his three remaining games in Boston, “I played my last game at shortstop. I wanted to take something special from Yankee Stadium and New York.”

Jeter’s summary of his remarkable career is, “It was above and beyond anything I ever dreamed of. I’ve lived a dream.”

Pelham Bay News: Lehman Center continues top notch shows

Pelham Bay News: Lehman Center continues top notch shows: Lehman Center continues top notch shows Eva Bornstein, Lehman Center Executive Director Speaks of its Past, Present and Future ...

Lehman Center continues top notch shows

Lehman Center continues top notch shows

Eva Bornstein, Lehman Center Executive Director Speaks of its Past, Present and Future

By Howard Goldin

BRONX, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 17- Later this month, the 34^th-35^th season of Lehman Center of the Performing Arts presentations of highly entertaining shows featuring world renowned performers will begin. This year the 10^th anniversary of its executive director, Eva Bornstein, will also be celebrated. 

The Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is one of several world class institutions in the Bronx, like Yankee Stadium, the Bronx Zoo and the Botanical Garden which bring prestige to the borough and attract large numbers of visitors. These visitors economically benefit the businesses in the community and counter the distorted picture of the Bronx created by motion pictures and television in years past by informing their family and friends that the Bronx is a safe and pleasant place to visit and live.

In a recent phone interview, Bornstein described her goals for the institution after accepting the position of executive director in 2005, “I saw the potential of increasing ticket sales by targeting the Latino and African-American population of the Bronx.” She believed the programming was too heavily weighted to Riverdale residents.

Bornstein found altering the programming “led to a tremendous jump in attendance and an increase in the budget from $700,000 to $2,000,000. What you program has a tremendous influence.”

The upcoming season’s schedule is representative of an organization and its leadership that is desirous of being inclusive of the wide disparity of ethnic backgrounds of the population of the Bronx. Artists from Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and, of course, the United States will be traveling to Lehman to perform.

The large quantity of Latino productions are varied and include several performers who have entertained audiences for decades. Danny Rivera, a very popular vocalist from Puerto Rico for nearly a half-century, will begin the series on September 20 with a number of guest performers who will join him. 

On October 25, Jose Alberto, “El Canario”, will reunite with La Tipica ’73 a group he fronted in the 1970’s. A group that is celebrating its 60^th anniversary, La Sonora Ponceña featuring Papo Lucca on piano will perform on November 22.

Latin music other than salsa will also be heard at the 2,300 seat Lehman Concert Hall later in the season. February 14, Valentine’s Day can be celebrated by listening to the lush classical sounds of the Orquesta Sinfónica del Estado de Mexico. Eight days later, the sounds and dance steps of Tango Buenos Aires can be enjoyed.

Performers from around the globe will be in the Bronx to entertain. The sounds of the Senegal St. Joseph Gospel Choir will fill the auditorium on October 19. On November 9, the intricate gyrations of a group in existence since 1951, the National Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China will dazzle the audience.

American music of various genres will be part of the forthcoming season. There will be a Doo Wop concert with music of the 1960’s on January 24, freestyle music of the 1980’s on March 7 and hip hop that began in the 1970’s on May 9. A new and experimental series of Broadway music under the direction of conductor Todd Ellison will reacquaint audiences with Broadway classics sung by stars of Broadway on three dates, October 11, March 21 and April 25. 

Two Russian dance companies will perform ballet classics that should be enticing for families to experience together. The Moscow Festival Ballet will perform Romeo and Juliet on March 15 and Swan Lake will be performed by the Russian National Ballet Theatre on April 12. Bornstein explained that “these productions give young people exposure to cultural events and create a new generation of theater-goers.” 

To further encourage families to bring children to the Concert Hall, tickets for children aged 12 and under are priced at $10 and several of the shows are scheduled on weekend afternoons, which are more convenient for families to attend.

Another important feature is the availability of public transportation. The D and 4 lines of the subways are minutes away at the Bedford Park Boulevard stop and many bus lines stop nearby. For those driving to Lehman, parking is available for an almost unbelievable $5. 

Prices for admittance are far below prices for shows of the same quality in Manhattan. Bornstein aims for the highest level of performers but “at prices our audiences can afford.” She explained, “It takes a lot of negotiating and persuasiveness and I have a long term relationship with a lot of agents and performers.” Her reputation over the years allowed her to obtain high end entertainers for lower ticket prices than in most other venues. She also credited the supportive audiences at Lehman for attracting performers to return. 

Bornstein advises individuals to keep up with the website, www.Lehmancenter.org for additions to the schedule of shows. For further information one can also call the Box Office at 718-960-8833.

Of the future, Bornstein explained, “I have so many dreams, but we are contingent upon the funding. The economy has changed. Government has cut funding for the arts. We need a better involvement with local businesses and corporations. We are dependent upon ticket sales and private donations.”

It would be a shame for this public attraction to be forced to change any of its policies or decrease its number of yearly concerts. 

Pelham Bay News: Senator Klein Re-Elected

Pelham Bay News: Senator Klein Re-Elected: Riverdale Report By Robert Press Senator Klein Re-Elected BRONX, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 10-  While this column is being written be...

Senator Klein Re-Elected

Riverdale Report

By Robert Press

Senator Klein Re-Elected

BRONX, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 10- While this column is being written before Primary day 2014, the headline should be correct.

I say it that way because in the 34th State Senate race challenger, Oliver Koppell, turned into almost everything that he had accused Senator Klein of being. From the very first word in the debates to the mailings by candidate Oliver Koppell, he attacked Senator Jeff Klein since Oliver Koppell had no record to run on. Senator Klein did not have enough time in the debates or room on his mailings to extol his proven track record, which reached new heights for the 34th Senate District, New York City, and New York State in the past two years. He has proven that he deserves to be re-elected and received the endorsement of almost everyone, and almost every union.

In a mailing from candidate Koppell that disturbed me the most, there was the four-page review of his endorsements all 11 or 12 that is, if the Riverdale Press really endorsed candidate Koppell. The list is unimpressive especially with Betsy Gotbaum who had to be the worst Public Advocate, and the reason then Mayor Bloomberg wanted to get rid of the office at the top. There is a photo of candidate Koppell at a rally, but it is of candidate Koppell running for Attorney General with the words State Senate under the photo. By the way, Oliver Koppell was never elected Attorney General; he was anointed by the New York State Assembly to fill the vacant position. The words 'Vote to end corruption in Albany' are also below of the AG photo, and we see how good a job AG Koppell did.

As for the Riverdale Press endorsement, the back page of the mailing has the New York Times endorsement – 'We enthusiastically support Mr. Koppel in this district'. Right under the New York Times endorsement is the Riverdale Press editorial 'Editorial: The honorable Mr. Koppell', with the words at the bottom of the page saying 'On September 9th Vote for Oliver Koppell.' In checking the September 4th Riverdale Press (the last before Tuesday's Democratic primary) the headline of the editorial reads 'Yes, you must vote.' In the very last paragraph they say that they never endorse a candidate, and upon rechecking the Koppell mailer carefully I noticed the date of the Riverdale Press supposedly endorsement is November 7, 2013. Also in the September 4th paper however are two half page ads for candidate Koppell that appear in no other local newspaper. One on the back page, and one on the page opposite the editorial where letters to the editor are usually found. The question is, did the Riverdale Press silently endorse Oliver Koppell as its many articles the past weeks would also indicate, or did candidate Oliver Koppell try to device the voters into thinking that the paper had endorsed him?

The movie in the park (Vinmont Park) for September 6th was canceled due to the alert of heavy winds and rain in the forecast that day. There was no mention of any rescheduling of the movie.

Finally, last week the Broadway Mall at West 230th street opened up with Aldi market welcoming in the shoppers. Aldi is a store that features lower prices on most items, but the catch is that there is a very limited supply of non store branded items, and no fresh meat, fish, deli, or bakery departments. Boxes are cut open and stacked for display. Many customers liked the lower prices, but some also said that miss the brands they but most. To see photos of the new Aldi market you can go to my blog at www.100percentbronx.blogspot.com.

If you have any political news that you want to share, any comments about this column, or have an event that you would like to have listed or covered in this column or on my blog you can e-mail us at 100percentbronxnews@gmail.com or call 718-644-4199 Mr. Robert Press.

Pelham Bay News: Jeter says goodbye

Pelham Bay News: Jeter says goodbye: Still a Class Act (Photos by Gary Quintal) Derek Jeter gives his preliminary goodbye in the Bronx By Rich Mancuso BRON...

Jeter says goodbye

Still a Class Act

(Photos by Gary Quintal)

Derek Jeter gives his preliminary goodbye in the Bronx

By Rich Mancuso

BRONX, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 8- The assumption is Derek Jeter will be on the field at Yankee Stadium for the last time as an active player in three weeks because the Yankees in all probability will miss the postseason for a second straight year. So on Sunday afternoon the Yankees gave him a fitting and preliminary goodbye tribute.

You can say that the Yankees gave him an early 

goodbye retirement party in order to keep fans in the stands and to profit on Jeter commemorative patches, shirts, and anything that sells with his name. The good thing is the Yankees and their fans still have Derek Jeter for another three weeks.

And for the next 21 games, assuming Jeter plays everyday, he will still be here. As he did so many times over an illustrious 20-year career he answered every question. Jeter never turned down an interview for a daily newspaper reporter, or for that matter someone who was not seen often on the Yankees beat writing for a weekly publication.

And as much as we all want Jeter to reevaluate his decision about retiring from the game of baseball, one that that places him among the greats, it will become

more difficult to say goodbye.

Because it is always difficult saying goodbye to a New York sports icon, and Derek Jeter may have been more than that.

“Today you think about it about all the things that are being said, but today I was trying not to think about it,” Jeter said about closure from the game, and that there are still games to played with his team having an outside chance to be that second wild card team.

He added, “Fortunately there is a little more time.” The hope was always that this final season would result in the Yankees going to another postseason and to do it for the Captain.

But the Yankees from the onset of this season have

never been able to resemble a playoff team. As it was again on Jeter’s day, they failed to score runs and were shutout for a second time in three games by the central division leading Kansas City Royals.

Said Jeter about his day after he came off the playing field, “It was awesome, something I will always remember. The Yankee know how to throw big ceremonies. This is a day I will remember forever.”

He thanked the fans on the field and again when he met the media in the Yankees press conference room. Jeter has never been comfortable speaking about this farewell to baseball, but those extended family of fans made it easier.

“Anyone who is here today, anyone who is at home

watching, anyone who has ever been over the course, over the last 20 seasons, thank you very much. You guys have watched me grow up over the last 20 years. I've watched you, too. Some of you guys are getting older, too. I want to thank you for helping me feel like a kid the last 20 years.”

Jeter was surprised by a few of the dignataries that showed up for his day, including another world champion he has associated with over the years, Michael Jordan, who knows something about farewell tours, saying thank you to the hometown fans and about being a good teammate, and leader on numerous championship teams.

“I appreciate it. I did not go into any expectations,” Jeter said. This retirement tour of ballparks has been different from the one Mariano Rivera received last year. Jeter is an everyday player as Rivera continued to become baseball’s all-time closer.

Jordan offered some advice, along with Dave Winfield and another legend, Cal Ripkin Jr. who all have been a part of the Derek Jeter legacy in one way or another.

“He’s prepared for this, he chose to step away from the game,” said Jordan. “His knowledge of the game is strong, he’s going to sit down with his family and think his next step.”

Jeter wants to move on with his life beyond baseball. He will be financially secure enough that could one day keep him in the game of baseball as an owner or in another capacity. Whatever he does, regardless, it will be successful.

On the field an era is coming to an end. The Yankees “Core Four” of Jeter, Rivera, Jorge Posada and Andy Pettitte has come to an end and there may never be another four similar in the years to come.”

“It was very strange kind of a different situation with three weeks left, a unique situation kind of tough to explain,” Jeter said about the ceremonial day in his honor. “At the same time, I am still trying to play a game.”

And at the same time, and as the days dwindle to a precious few it will harder to say goodbye to Derek Jeter.

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Pelham Bay News: Hit-n-run driver eyed in Country Club road rager

Pelham Bay News: Hit-n-run driver eyed in Country Club road rager: Hit-n-run driver eyed in Country Club road rager By David Greene BRONX, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 3- A 25-year-old man has surrendered in a hi...

Hit-n-run driver eyed in Country Club road rager

Hit-n-run driver eyed in Country Club road rager

By David Greene

BRONX, NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 3- A 25-year-old man has surrendered in a hit-and-run in Port Morris that has left a 50 year-old woman fighting for her life.

Police say Alex Hernandez, 25, of Mott Haven, surrendered to detectives on August 27 for the hit-and-run that put Soundview resident Christina Aybar in the intensive care unit at Lincoln Hospital.

Friends of Aybar had told investigators that she had made a comment to the suspect on his driving, when he U-turned and aimed the vehicle at the group crossing East 138 Street and Bruckner Boulevard.

Aybar managed to push two male friends out of the way, when the vehicle struck her as she was on the sidewalk. The vehicle reportedly backed-up over the woman a second time before speeding away.

A day after the accident, police would release two photos of the vehicle that ran-down Aybar, taken from a surveillance camera in the area. The white 2000 Chevrolet Impala was found that same day by police in Mount Vernon.

Hernandez was initially charged with vehicular assault, failure to notify (of) an accident with injury and failure to report an accident.

The Bronx District Attorney would add the additional charges of attempted murder, assault, menacing and weapons possession and Hernandez was remanded to Rikers Island, unable to post the $200,000 bail.

Detectives have also charged Hernandez with a July, 2013 road-rage incident along Spencer Drive in Country Club, where he allegedly beat a man with a wooden cane-- before smashing the windows of the victims Honda Civic.