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Living On Through Our Actions Community gathers to honor fallen Marine See the full story on page 3.

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Hundreds Attend

Hendriks Scholarship Fundraiser BY JILL NOSSA

Kris Kilgour, Commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) ore than a month Syosset Post 6394, presented after the untimely a memorial commendation death of Sgt. Robert A. from Vincent Lawrence, Hendriks, a Locust Valley High Commander-in-Chief of the School graduate who was killed VFW, to Hendriks’ family in Afghanistan, the local comThanks to the generosity munity is finding unique ways of the Oyster Bay Brewing to honor his life and legacy. Company and the Coach Grill About 300 friends, family and and Tavern, 100 percent of the members of the local communight’s proceeds went to the nity impacted by the death of scholarship fund set up in his the U.S. Marine Corps. hero honor. Oyster Bay Brewing crowded into the Oyster Bay Company owners Gabe Haim Brewing Company in mid-May, and Ryan Schlotter donated the raising more than $30,000 for venue for the evening, while the establishment of the Sgt. Coach Grill and Tavern owner Robert A. Hendriks Memorial Rustan Lundstrum contributed Scholarship by Falcon Pride $30,000 has been raised so far for the Sgt. Robert A. Hendriks Memorial Scholarship. the food served during the (Photo courtesy of the Minority Caucus Press Office) Booster Club of Locust event. During the evening, the Valley, an event organized by Oyster Bay Brewing Company’s impacted their lives. Christopher He described Hendriks as a Tasso said. Legislator Joshua Lafazan, owners announced they will Tasso spoke first, thanking the man having integrity, honor, Eric Eckes then took the mic donate sales from the bar to the who represents Syosset and attendees for their support. compassion, strength, loyalty and reflected on his character, Woodbury. scholarship fund, adding to the “You are doing a really kind and grit. noting that he was given a “It goes to show you when proceeds. thing for a truly remarkable “I firmly believe that words, “foundation of love, positive someone like Sgt. Hendriks is Deanna Spinelli read a thank man,” Tasso said. “It’s common- like honor and valor, have motivation and support from dedicated in service and comyou letter on behalf of Hendriks’ mitment, that one act of service place for people to speak highly only continued to exist in our family and friends.” parents, Felicia and Eric, and of those who have passed on. timelines as humans because “Hendriks was more than a can have a thousand ripple his brother Joseph. last name, at least how I saw effects,” Lafazan said during the But the truth is, I’d give him this of individuals like Rob who “The generosity and unselftruly embodied what they it. Hendriks was a force of fundraiser. “We are here tonight honor on any day.” ish determination by so many He said that seeing the mean,” Tasso said. “Rob will protection and love,” Eckes said. to honor Robbie in as many to say his memory will live on support from the greater always be a guiding force for “He walked a path of not only for eternity, and it’s because of ways as possible has humbled community on the day of the me because he revealed to me a warrior, soldier, Marine, but a us beyond words,” Spinelli read. your generous donations that funeral helped him find “solace true strength that I had never successful, hardworking man. we’re going to make sure his “With the establishment of this in a way that I didn’t think I’d be known before meeting him.” A man who could not look back scholarship, Locust Valley will memory is never forgotten.” able to” in his friend’s absence. Tasso requested all present on the past and had no worries be part of Robbie’s legacy.” Hendriks was one of three Directing his words to his lost to do one thing the next day: do for the future.” Marines killed on April 8, What did you think of this friend, he said, “It makes me something kind to others. Presentations during the while serving the nation he article? Share feel good to see that you are “I want Rob to live on in our evening included $1,000 dona- your thoughts deeply loved. being honored, you are being actions, in acts of kindness tions from the Nassau County During the event, two close with me by email and compassion that he did Police Benevolent Association friends of Hendriks spoke about recognized and that you have at: jnossa@antonhis character and shared how he not sacrificed your self in vain.” without thinking twice about,” and Building Homes for Heroes. mediagroup.com. jnossa@antonmediagroup.com

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From left: U.S. Congressman Tom Suozzi, Chase Brodsky and Deborah Tract celebrate Brodsky’s honor from the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County. (Photo by Neil Brodsky)

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hase Brodsky, a seventh grader at Jericho’s Temple Or Elohim, is one of just four teenagers on Long Island to receive this year’s Friedlander Upstander Award from the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center in Nassau County. The $2,500 scholarship recognizes students “who have shown themselves to be Upstanders against intolerance in any of its forms.” “It really means a lot to me,” Brodsky said. “After my Bat Mitzvah, I really wanted to focus on being an Upstander because it’s something really important to do.”

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THE Cast of Be More Chill

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Composer Joe Iconis Makes Broadway History BY KIMBERLY DIJKSTRA kdijkstra@antonmediagroup.com

When Be More Chill opened on Broadway in March, it was a dream come true for Joe Iconis. The Garden City native wrote the music and lyrics for the musical comedy adapted from the young adult novel of the same name by Ned Vizzini. The story of how this musical made it to the Broadway stage—the Lyceum Theatre stage, no less—is unlike any other, thanks to the fans who identified with the material so much, they wouldn’t let it fade into obscurity. “We...talk about anxiety and depression and these things that plague our society, but we...do it through this unexpected sci-fi comedy lens,” he said, and he has gotten nothing but positive feedback from fans who see parts of themselves in the characters. “I’ve been lucky enough to meet [many] Be More Chill fans in person…So many young people come up to me and say ‘Thank you for making something that feels celebratory, while still dealing with all of these issues that I go through.’” That’s what makes Be More Chill stand out from the crowd. Though

it’s about an ingestible super-computer that teaches its teenage host to ‘be more chill,’ there’s a lot going on, and depth that might be easy to miss at first glance. Following the run at Two River Theater in New Jersey in 2015, Be More Chill was effectively dead, living on only through the cast recording and tales of those fortunate enough to have seen the original production. A YouTube video of “Michael in the Bathroom,” the catchy and emotional anthem of the show, posted in 2017 went viral and essentially created the demand that this show return to the stage—which it did OffBroadway in 2018. Iconis has been rewarded for his efforts with a Tony Award nomination for best original score, as well as Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk nominations. The composer

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and lyricist refers to his musical as a celebration of suburban weirdness. “We wanted it to play out in malls and in bathrooms and in house parties and backstage at high school auditoriums, which is my youth,” Iconis said. “I was definitely thinking about Roosevelt Field when I was writing the mall stuff.” Musical theater has been a part of Iconis’ life since childhood. Though his family was not in the industry, they fostered his love of theater. He also credits the music education offered by the Garden City school district with shaping his future. “I don’t know where I would be if I didn’t have that access to music as a kid,” he said. In junior high, Iconis participated in the musicals by playing piano in the pit. He later learned to “properly exploit his love of the-

ater” by becoming the musical director for the Garden City Community Theatre and running the Hofstra Musical Theater Summer Camp. Since then, he’s written quite a few cabaret shows and musicals, including The Black Suits, about a Long Island high school garage band, and several more on the horizon. Broadway Bounty Hunter will open this July at the Greenwich House Off-Broadway. The musical written for Annie Golden tells the story of a theater actress of a certain age who is down on her luck and feeling the effects of a sexist, ageist society. “Through a series of events, she gets wrapped up in the world of bounty hunting [and begins] an adventure to South America to capture a drug lord,” Iconis explained. “It’s told in the style of exploitation films of the ’70s so it has this really cool R&B, funk score.” Stay tuned for Love in Hate Nation and The Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical, as well as a Be More Chill movie. For the latest, Visit mrjoeiconis.com and bemorechillmusical.com.

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Karl V. Anton, Jr., Publisher, Anton Community Newspapers, 19842000

The Best Memorial Day Tribute Although both of my grandfathers, many uncles and men from my wife’s side of the family have fought in the United States Armed Forces, I am glad to say that none have perished (although my wife’s grandfather Milton Segal, the lead bombardier in D-Day, was officially dead for six months). Jewish people have served in the U.S. Armed Forces far beyond our numerical proportion in the general population and have served with distinction, garnering thousands of awards. In fact, some of the oldest veteran organizations are Jewish. But what are the United States Armed Forces fighting for? What is so important that so many brave Americans have had to make the ultimate sacrifice? On Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who died in service, and our hearts and minds are reminded of the reason that they paid the ultimate price on our behalf. The greatest concentration of the best of the world is found right here in America and the rest of the world relies on America for all manner of support. Here in America,

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we need to recognize the historical mission that God has placed in our hands at a time when morality, truth and liberty are fighting for survival both at home and abroad. America’s culture of tolerance and freedom is a unique opportunity for unhindered material and spiritual growth. This uniquely American privilege is definitely worth fighting for. The Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, extolled the vision of the founding fathers, one of a country in which “In God We Trust,” without fear of repercussion. The very first sentence of the First Amendment of the U.S.

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Constitution secures our inalienable right to freedom of religion (not freedom from religion). This is a right that millions throughout the world would die for, and many of our best and brightest have died protecting. It’s a country dictated on the premise of kindness, which allows for everyone to worship freely and supports education and humanitarian efforts. Success as a nation and as a positive actor on the world stage is rooted in our professed relationship with God, under whose sovereignty we proclaim in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Unfortunately, recently, our right to worship has come under attack from all sides. Without these rights, as guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and professed in all canons of American life, we would be doomed to chaos and self-destruction. Surely, those who fought and died for our right to worship, would not want their sacrifice to be in vain. It is up to us to exercise our rights as fully as possible and to proactively seek furtherance of the most seminal of American ideals. This is the best tribute we can give on this Memorial Day.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR THE TALE OF REASSESSMENT When Ed Mangano was the county executive, Nassau County rubber-stamped grievances granting reductions to 75 percent of those who requested one, while freezing everyone else’s property values. It has been well-documented that the result was a shift in the tax burden from those who grieved to those who did not. County Executive Laura Curran campaigned on fixing the broken assessment system, which had been abandoned by the previous administration and the Republican legislative majority. This caused much concern among Nassau County residents who wondered if the process would be fair, and more importantly,

would they see a tax increase. Let’s be clear on one thing: Nassau County will not be collecting a single cent more in property tax revenue as a result from reassessment. Legislator John Ferretti and his Republican majority, instead of being the voice of the people and expressing concerns or suggesting how to improve the process, decided instead to politicize it. They exploited their constituents’ fears and pointed fingers instead of offering practical solutions. Yes, there were gaffes, yet they were fixed promptly and did not create errors in the new assessments. The biggest blunder was done by furious Ferretti and his Republican colleagues for the past eight years. They ignored the broken assessment system and swept the issue under the rug so their campaign coffers

could be filled by the likes of Maidenbaum and other property tax grievance firms. Now, the only “solution” I’ve heard from John Ferretti and the Republican entourage is to move back to an elected tax assessor. This idea is ludicrous, as the Republicans are trying to further politicize the process that will restore tax accuracy and fairness. Here is what is being missed in all their shouting: • The reassessment has eliminated the disparities that were created during Mangano’s tenure. Those who didn’t appeal were paying a rate that was 29.2 percent higher than those who did. That rate is now only 0.1 percent. • Currently, property tax assessments are off by approximately 8.8 percent, well within industry standards. County

Executive Curran’s tax payer protection plan will improve the fairness and accuracy beginning in its first year. • Less than half of the population will see their taxes increase, while 55 percent of them will see their taxes decrease. The Republicans froze the rolls and a lot can change in 10 years. • Among those who saw their taxes increase, can you guess who is shouting the loudest? Yup, people on the Gold Coast. Money does indeed talk. • Not nearly a decade ago the voters of Nassau County overwhelmingly voted by referendum to change to an appointed tax assessor from and elected one. • And if you think your assessment is not fair, you still have the right to grieve. —Fran Avnet

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CALENDAR WEDNESDAY, MAY 29 Health And Safety Committee Meeting The Syosset Board of Education health and safety committee will hold a meeting at 10 a.m. in the board conference room of South Woods Middle School.

THURSDAY, MAY 30 From Mary Pickford To Meryl Streep The Jericho Public Library will look at the history of movie stardom, how Hollywood studios manufactured stars like Meryl Streep, Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney during its Golden Age, plus more. At 2 p.m. Broadway Ballads And Showstoppers: Part I Relive many amazing performances that have enthralled theatergoers and still remain etched in our

collective memory, as well as view a variety of video clips. At the Syosset Public Library, beginning at 2 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 31 Celebrate Walt Whitman The Syosset Public Library will celebrate the bi-centennial of the birth of Long Islander Walt Whitman (1819-92), one of the most important poets in the literature of the United States. Refreshments will be served. Starts at 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1 13 The Musical Stop by Syosset’s Cultural Arts Playhouse for the final showing of 13 The Musical. Tickets are $24 for seniors and students, and $27 for adults. Begins at 8 p.m. Sign up at www.culturalartsplayhouse.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 West Birchwood Community BBQ The Jericho Fire Department will host its annual barbecue at firehouse station No. 2 next to Cantiague Elementary School. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be food, refreshments and plenty of activities for all.

THURDAY, JUNE 6 How Albany Can Be Fixed James Coll will speak at the Syosset Public Library at 2 p.m. to discuss the new Albany legislature and its first six months. This is a non-partisan discussion.

MONDAY, JUNE 10

SUNDAY, JUNE 9 Shavuos Celebration All are welcome to join this Shavous celebration from the Chabad of Oyster Bay and

PAWS For A Purpose Pioneers for Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) will honor Dr. Gay Senk in Huntington. From 6:30 to 9 p.m. $50 per person, including food,

drinks, a Chinese auction, live music and much more. Visit www.paws-li.org to sign up. Meet Your Elected Officials The Syosset-Woodbury Chamber of Commerce will have a dinner at Lisbon Cafe, 399 Jericho Tpke., at 5:30 p.m. Meet and greet Joseph Saladino, Jim Gaughran, Thomas Hand, Arnold Drucker and Joshua Lafazan. RSVP to mnickel714@gmail.com. $35 for members and $50 for non-members.

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Former FBI Leader Honored In Jericho William F. Sweeney Jr., assistant director-in-charge for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), was honored on May 9, following his talk delivered to the Jericho Chamber of Commerce. Sweeney received a commemorative plaque from Jericho Chamber of Commerce President Todd S. Shapiro. He spoke about the FBI’s work to eradicate MS-13, the gang responsible for much violence and drugs on Long Island. Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas, Nassau County Police Department Commissioner Patrick Ryder, as well as other top police officials also attended the event held at the Milleridge Inn in Jericho. —Submitted by the Jericho Chamber of Commerce

Todd Shapiro presents a plaque to William F. Sweeney Jr., welcoming the former FBI assistant director to Jericho. (Photo courtesy of the Jericho Chamber of Commerce)

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Local Students Win Merit Award Syosset High School students Sabrina Eager and Michael Wang were named recipients of the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Award. They will each receive a $2,500 scholarship in recognition of their academic and personal achievements. The duo was selected from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists nationwide in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. About 1.6 million students enter the competition annually. This year, 31 Syosset High School students were named as commended students, 10 were named semifinalists and nine were named finalists. Students initially qualify for the competition by scoring among the highest in the state on the preliminary SAT/

National Merit Scholarship qualifying test. Less than 1 percent of the nation’s high school seniors were named semifinalists on a state-representational basis. The National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition that began in 1955. Students are judged on academic achievement, standardized test scores, contributions in school and community activities and potential for success in rigorous college studies. Students are also required to submit an essay and a recommendation from a high school official. About 7,600 finalists will earn the “Merit Scholar” title in 2019 and receive a total of more than $31 million in college scholarships. —Submitted by the Syosset School District

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This split-style home, located at 27 Orange Dr. in the West Birchwood section of Jericho, just sold for $1,095,000. The four-bedroom home was renovated just two years ago. The eat-in kitchen is customized, featuring designer appliances and stunning counter tops. The house’s backyard is massive, with a brand-new deck, a stone-filled patio and a fire pit.

The split-style home, which was built in 1959, sold for $1,095,000 on April 30. The total taxes are $14,366.

Homes shown here represent closed sales, sold by a variety of agencies and selected for their interest to readers by the Syosset-Jericho Tribune editor. Except where noted, data and photos are provided courtesy of Multiple Listing Service of Long Island, Inc.

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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of RH AT 51 EAST BETHPAGE ROAD LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Sec. of State of NY (“SSNY”) on 04/19/19. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC, 5 Aerial Way, Suite 100, Syosset, NY 11791. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 6-12-5; 5-29-22-15-8-20196T-#203565-SYO/JER LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-15, Plaintiff AGAINST Kwan S. Kyung AKA Kwan Sik Kyung and Eun Joo Kyung AKA Eunjoo Kyung, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated March 20, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, on June 18, 2019 at 11:30 AM, premises known as 38 FAIR LANE, JERICHO, NY 11753. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of

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Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION 12, BLOCK 582, LOT 13. Approximate amount of judgment $467,538.61 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment for Index #17-001823. Mark S. Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 6-5; 5-29-22-15-20194T-#203598-SYO/JER LEGAL NOTICE Index No.: 002717/2015 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU MTGLQ INVESTORS, LP, Plaintiff, Against HYEON RYE PARK, JIN SOO PARK, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 10/25/2017, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, in the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY 11501, on 6/25/2019 at 11:30 am, premises known as 37 Arizona Avenue, Syosset, NY 11791, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being Syosset, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, and designated on the tax maps of the Nassau County Treasurer as Section 15 Block 85 Lot 18 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $761,183.61 plus interest and costs. The premises will be

sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index #002717/2015. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Nicole Forchelli, Esq., Referee. Leopold & Associates, PLLC, 80 Business Park Drive, Suite 110, Armonk, NY 10504 Dated: 4/9/19 YW 6-12-5; 5-29-22-20194T-#203917-SYO/JER LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County Of Nassau The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York successor Trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the Bear Stearns ALT-A Trust, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-9, Plaintiff AGAINST Matthew K. Tannenbaum, Sanda Tannenbaum, et al, Defendant Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated 1/31/18 and entered on 2/1/18, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Courtroom of the Supreme Court Mineola, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 25, 2019 at 11:30 AM premises known as 20 Sagamore Way South, Jericho, NY 11753. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in

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o not mess with Allison Ng. She appears to be a shy teenager. But in reality, she’s one of the strongest badminton players in the nation. Ng, who attends Jericho High School, just captured her second straight Nassau County varsity girls badminton title. Facing Great Neck South’s Kayla Wu in the county championship battle at Long Beach High School last weekend, Ng took over. Winning two of three sets against Wu, 21-18, 18-21, 21-19, Ng led the way as the Jericho Jayhawks sealed the deal to take home the crown. “She’s fantastic,” head coach Mark Burkowsky said. “She’s a quiet and shy girl. But on the court, you would never know it. She’s as quick as lightning, has amazing foot work and a selection of shots that come from anywhere.” The individual title is Ng’s second straight for Jericho. As a sophomore, she is determined to continue growing this team for the next two years. “The goal is to keep our title as county champions,” she said. “I need to be more confident in myself.” Over the course of five years, Ng’s confidence has grown exponentially. When she hits the court, opponents know she is a force to be reckoned with.

Badminton, which originated in 19th century Britain, is one of the more unconventional sports in modern-day America. Few play it seriously, mostly as a recreational activity. But for those who join varsity teams, scholarships and potential Olympic stardom can occur. Currently, Ng is focused on the present. She wants to win title No. 3 for the Jayhawks. “I’ve been training for a longer time than other people have,” she said. “I’ve been working harder at this sport than other people have. I train maybe four days a week. It’s really hard sometimes. It’s tiring. Sometimes, you have to put badminton and school work together. You might not have the time to do something.” With Burkowsky’s leadership, Ng can very well become one of—if not the best—badminton stars in the history of Long Island. “It’s pretty fun,” Ng said. “It’s a bit hard, but all of the people on the team and the coach makes it a fun place to be at. I thought badminton is an interesting sport because people always think of it as something to play for fun. When I started going into badminton, the people who were already playing were really good at it. I wanted to be better than them.” What did you think of this article? Share your thoughts with me at jwolkin@antonmediagroup.com.

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the County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION: 12, BLOCK: 577, LOT: 56. Approximate amount of judgment is $961,182.49 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #014530/2012. Michael Montesano, Esq., Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 6-12-5; 5-29-22-20194T-#203845-SYO/JER LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Article III, Section 246-18-E of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on JUNE 6, 2019, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 19-296 SYOSSET MATTHEW & MINI THOMAS: Variance to construct second

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story addition having less side yard setback, aggregate side yards and roof pitch than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters. E/s/o Clarissa Dr., 281.39 ft. W/o Ava Dr., a/k/a 11 Clarissa Drive, Syosset, NY APPEAL NO. 19-297 SYOSSET REGINA BEINER: (A) Variance to allow existing 10.1 ft. by 12.1 ft. detached shed having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing pool equipment having less front yard setback and side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. S/s/o Morris Dr., 295.20 ft. W/o Birchwood Park Dr., a/k/a 49 Morris Drive, Syosset, NY MAY 27, 2019 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE, INC., FORMERLY KNOWN AS NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO., Plaintiff AGAINST SYLWIA KHORCHED and SAMEH KHORCHED AKA SAM KHORCHED, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated October 09, 2018 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, on July 02, 2019 at 11:30 AM, premises known as 7 EVELYN COURT, SYOSSET, NY 11791. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION 12, BLOCK 426, LOT 4. Approximate amount 5-29-2019-1T- of judgment $406,472.66 plus #204052-SYO/JER interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment for LEGAL NOTICE Index #012623/2012. NOTICE OF SALE Paul F. Millus, Esq., Referee SUPREME COURT COUN- Gross Polowy, LLC TY OF NASSAU Attorney for Plaintiff PNC BANK, NATIONAL 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 ASSOCIATION, SUCCES- Williamsville, NY 14221 SOR IN INTEREST TO NATIONAL CITY REAL 6-19-12-5; 5-29-2019ESTATE SERVICES, LLC, 4T-#204066-SYO/JER

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Muttontown | $3,450,000 | 5-BR, 6.55-BA | Web# 3119246

Syosset | $1,078,000 | 4-BR, 4-BA | Web# 3123544

Hicksville | $1,038,000 | 5-BR, 3.5-BA | Web# 3129266

Exquisite details persist in this builder’s own custom colonial.

Technology meets convenience and efficiency in this colonial.

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Syosset | $1,030,000 | 5-BR, 2-BA | Web# 3114444

Syosset | $899,000 | 5-BR, 3.5-BA | Web# 3125821

Syosset | $868,000 | 4-BR, 2-BA | Web# 3107015

Opportunity to renovate or expand this lovely farm ranch.

Magnificent North Syosset colonial boasting many upgrades.

Mid-block split level home set on oversized property.

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Syosset | $799,000 | 4-BR, 2.5-BA | Web# 3102966

Syosset | $779,000 | 3-BR, 1.5-BA | Web# *1346936

Syosset | $638,000 | 3-BR, 2-BA | Web# 3122804

Split level home with an amazing layout on expansive property.

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