Author: Mike Smith

Grand jury documents in play in Gaynor case
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Grand jury documents in play in Gaynor case

A New York State judge overseeing the civil trial against a former Immaculate Heart of Mary teacher will force the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York to hand over documents pertaining to a 2002 grand jury investigation about the church’s role in the sexual abuse of minors, court documents reveal. […]

Alex Titto challenges an Albertus Magnus defender on May 3. Titto had five goals in Eastchester’s win.
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Young Eagles earn first win

For a group with as little varsity experience as Eastchester’s lacrosse team, every game is a learning experience. On May 3, the young Eagles squad found themselves in unfamiliar territory, protecting a late lead against Albertus Magnus. But despite their lack of seasoning, the Eagles held up under pressure, outlasting […]

John Benke is dragged down by Haldane defenders on April 24. Benke’s game-saving catch and run in the fourth quarter set up a Jason Santos field goal. Photo/Mike Smith
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Tigers top Haldane for unofficial Class D title

In a football season displaced by COVID-19 and devoid of the traditional sectional or state playoff tournament format, at least two teams found some sort of normalcy in their season finales last weekend. On April 24, Haldane and Tuckahoe—the only two Class D teams in Section I—squared off with the […]

Rye's Ryan Surhoff chases down Eastchester's Mark Tamburro on April 10. Rye beat Eastchester 28-7
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Rye tops Eagles, remain unbeaten

After opening the season with three convincing victories, undefeated Rye rolled into Eastchester on Saturday afternoon looking to extend that streak. With their balanced attack and bend-but-don’t break defense, the Garnets were able to do exactly that, coming away with a 28-7 victory to stay unbeaten on the year.  From […]