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Bethpage Hospital Joins Efforts To Reduce LI Hunger

LAUREN FELDMAN

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St. Joseph’s, the Catholic Health hospital at 4295 Hempstead Turnpike in Bethpage, has embarked on a mission to help feed food-insecure residents throughout the community. They have teamed up with Long Island Cares for their new “bags-to-go” program, which has seen massive success since its initial launch last year.

Dr. Jessica Rosati, program Vice President, described how these two organizations came together. “In 2022, the Long Island Cares CEO and administrative staff met with Dr. O’Shaughnessy to discuss ways in which the regional food bank can work more closely with Catholic Health to address the social determinants of health such as food insecurity and poverty.” Patrick M. O’Shaughnessy, DO MBA is the president and CEO of Catholic Health. “There was a tremendous amount of synergy between our two organizations,” Rosati noted. Both organizations are equally eager to find solutions for struggling Long Islanders; this was a pairing that felt very promising.

“We have existing partnerships with other allied health partners surrounding mobile distribution,” Rosati said. “The ability to work with Catholic Health in this capacity was seamless. Catholic Health is one of the leading health care providers that focus on serving the whole person, especially nutrition. The staff at Catholic Health are wonderful and super easy to work with.”

From this meeting, the “bags-to-go” program was piloted. The initiative includes all 6 Catholic Health Hospitals operating on Long Island; St. Charles Hospital of Port Jefferson, St. Francis Hospital of Roslyn, St. Catherine of Sienna Hospital in Smithtown, Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre, Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip, and of course St. Joseph’s Hospital of Bethpage. To-go bags are prepackaged, nonperishable, and nutritious; each contains a minimum of at least 5 fruits and vegetables, 2 whole grains, and 3 dairy and protein items. More items are included as often as possible, pending product availability. Each bag contains a minimum of 3 days (9 meals) for a family of 1-2.

According to Dr. Larry Eisenstein, Vice President of Community and Public Health at Catholic Health, the program is part of a

bigger plan to provide for “well care” rather than “sick care”. He explained, “People think hospitals want their beds filled up. No, we want to help people stay out of the hospital.” Preventive health methods must improve and expand, and the food-to-go bags are one method of this undertaking. Currently, an aim of St. Joseph’s, and other Catholic Health hospitals, is to decrease and prevent unnecessary admissions. “Anything we can do to address the needs of people outside of the hospital, outside of clinical care, is what we’re trying to do.”

Hunger is a common cause for patients to be admitted into urgent hospital care. “People come in weak or dizzy and don’t want to admit they haven’t eaten in days,” commented Dr. Eisenstein. When patients are brought into the emergency room at St. Joseph’s, they are screened for hunger vital signs; a brief questionnaire process –developed, says Dr. Eisenstein, by the CDC – which helps to determine if hunger is a likely contributor to a patient’s admission.

If they are deemed food insecure, they are provided with an immediate to-go bag of food. Long Island Cares equips each of the hospital ERs with emergency bags and replenishes them as they are depleted. “People come into the hospital hungry – no one should leave the hospital hungry,” said Dr. Eisenstein. “Thankfully the majority of our patients are not food insecure, but we don’t want there to be a stigma, we don’t want people to be embarrassed or ashamed.” Patients were also referred to Long Island Cares if they had ongoing food-insecurity issues.

In the months following its launch, the “bags-to-go” program has distributed over 900 meals at St. Joseph’s and the other five Catholic Health hospitals. Now the program has taken another giant leap forward. Bags of food are now being distributed at Catholic Health ambulatory care, walk-in clinics, home-care operations and cancer institute locations. Rosati noted, “The program is growing, and Catholic Health

has been a great partner in securing additional funding to sustain and grow this program. We are also working to implement additional programs to aid our Senior and Homeless initiatives.”

Recently, the program received a major boost from the Harris Beach law firm in Uniondale. The firm donated $5,000, which will help pay for an additional 2,700 meals, according to LI Cares’ Media Relations Specialist Peter Crescenti. Such a generous donation has been greatly appreciated by the staff working on this hunger program. “We were elated to have Harris Beach donate,” said Rosati. The funds will go to the purchase of food to be distributed on the to-go bags and help stave off hunger for many Long Island families.

Dr. Eisenstein has been thrilled by the program’s progress with its ability to unclog some of the pressure on hospital staff, as well as the mission of the program itself. “Staff are happy that this is one less thing they have to worry about. Plus, you’re feeding hungry people, how can that not feel good?” The social work element of this program is vital in closing the loop, and has demonstrated the value of cross collaboration in fighting the hunger crisis.

About Catholic Health – St. Joseph’s: St. Joseph Hospital, part of the Catholic Health system, is a community hospital located in Bethpage, NY. Our compassionate doctors, nurses and healthcare staff are committed to providing excellence in care to meet the health needs of our patients. At St. Joseph Hospital, we pride ourselves on delivering safe and skilled care that patients and their loved ones can trust.

About Long Island Cares:

Long Island Cares has been on a mission to feed Long Island’s food insecure and stamp out the root causes of hunger. To help achieve their goals, they are guided by seven principles: Leadership, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, and Stewardship. They provide nutritional food and support services for a network of more than 374 community-based member agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, emergency shelters, childcare programs, disability organizations, veterans’ services programs and more. The work is not done, and Long Island Cares is committed to serving Long Island as long as the need is great. Visit www.licares.org/ for more information on their facilities or to learn how to get involved today!

– Additional information provided by the St. Joseph’s and the Long Island Cares websites

Food-to-go bags prepared by Long Island Cares. (Photo courtesy of Peter Crescenti, Media Relations Specialist LI Cares)

Town Clerk Lamarca Announces Special One-Stop Passport Weekend

Looking to get away? Make an appointment today!

To help residents looking to obtain new passports, Oyster Bay Town Clerk

Richard LaMarca announced that his office will offer a special one-stop Passport Weekend on Saturday, March 18th and Sunday, March 19th from 9am to 3pm at both Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa.

“Residents looking to apply for a new passport are invited to visit Town Hall during Passport Weekend to receive assistance,” said Town Clerk LaMarca. “We can help you with organizing your documents, obtaining

a photo and submitting the documents for approval.”

Requirements for applying for a passport include:

1) One 2x2 color photograph with a clear view of the applicant’s face against a plain white or light colored background. Photos will also be available for $10 at both Town Halls North and South during Passport Weekend.

2) Proof of U.S. Citizenship – Previously issued undamaged U.S. passport, certified birth certificate, Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth, Naturalization

Certificate, or Certificate of Citizenship.

3) Proof of Identity – Naturalization Certificate, Valid Driver’s License (cannot have been issued or renewed in the last six months), Current Government ID (city, state or federal), Current Military ID (military and dependents).

4) This service does NOT apply to Adult Renewals unless your Passport is expired for 5+ years.

Town Clerk LaMarca has offices located at Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville

Road in Massapequa. Passport appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 3:30pm, and during this special Passport Weekend. For appointments in Oyster Bay, please call (516) 624-6324. For appointments in Massapequa, please call (516) 797-7962.

Visit www.travel.state.gov for information on passport requirements and processing times, as well as instructions for passport renewals.

—Submitted by Marta Kane, Town of Oyster Bay

Arrest Of A Hempstead Man For Hicksville Assault

According to detectives, a 38-year-old male victim called the police and reported that the defendant Alek Zitti, 30 of 27 Albemarle Ave was inside his Newbridge Road residence without his permission. Eighth Precinct police responded and began to interview the defendant. During the investigation the defendant Alek Zitti became restless and disobeyed the officer’s requests to stop putting his hands in his pockets.

Further investigation determined that the defendant was to be placed into police custody. While placing Defendant Zitti into police custody an Eighth Precinct Officer sustained injury to his ribs and shoulder during the course of the arrest as the defendant was violent and combative while resisting arrest. The officer was transported to a local hospital in a Nassau County Police Ambulance and treated for his injuries.

The defendant was transported to a local hospital in a Nassau County Ambulance for a complaint of needing medication.

Defendant Alek Zitti was charged with Assault 2nd Degree, Criminal Trespass 2nd Degree, Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd Degree, and Resisting Arrest. He was arraigned in First District Court on Monday, February 27, 2023 in Hempstead.

—Details provided by Det. Montesano / 8th Squad

Plainview Water District Is Prepared For Water Main Breaks From Winter Weather District staff

The Plainview Water District (PWD) would like to remind residents that water main breaks occur more often during the winter months, but are a completely normal experience for this time of year. Fortunately, the District has a highly trained staff that is capable of quickly addressing these potentially emergency situations to a degree where nearby residents may not even know a break has occurred.

“Water main breaks are an unfortunate reality in any area that experiences extreme cold, and Long Island certainly qualifies,” said PWD Commissioner Marc Laykind. “Thankfully, the Plainview Water District has an experienced staff who responds to breaks 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We are committed to solving any water-related issue that may arise, to quickly restore residents’ water service.”

As is the case with all cold-weather climates, water main breaks are an unfortunate reality as they typically occur when there is movement in the soil surrounding

is equipped to quickly respond and repair any breaks

the water pipes or a freeze/thawing condition. Water mains are installed below the frost line; however, when the soil shrinks or swells it places pressure on the pipes causing a break. Though the length of time to repair a leak varies from incident to incident depending on its severity and how quickly the leak can be located, PWD employees are trained to repair all types of breaks efficiently, quickly and safely.

“While the District has systems in place to learn about main breaks shortly after they may occur, there are situations where they are not easily detected,” said PWD Commissioner Andrew Bader. “Anytime someone suspects there may be a water main break, or any other water-related issue in the community, they should never hesitate to contact us and report the situation.”

When water service is restored, residents may notice air in their pipes and the water may be discolored. The discoloration is not harmful, but can stain laundry. If you experience discolored water, let the cold

water run from a faucet or tub at the closest area to your incoming service line for a few minutes or until it clears.

“Water main breaks may cause residents to experience a drop in water pressure or discolored water,” said PWD Commission Michael Chad. “Repairing these breaks is one of the most important things our staff does at PWD. Which is why we have dedicated crews to react quickly to each break, to ensure potential interruptions to

residents’ water service are as minimal as possible.”

The Plainview Water District asks for residents’ help in reporting potential main breaks. Residents that notice areas of wetness along the curb, bubbling of water in the roadway or unexplainable icy conditions are encouraged to contact the Plainview Water District immediately at 516-931-6469.

—Submitted by the Plainview Water District

Alek Zitti of Hempstead (Contributed photo)

Plainedge Book Lover Turned Author

LAUREN FELDMAN

lfeldman@antonmediagroup.com

Melissa Marshall has always felt the call of books. “I used to dream of being an author and artist when I was a young child. Libraries were always so special to me growing up, and I loved reading books as well.” She recalls fondly the impact books had on her childhood. It was not until recently, however, that this Plainedge resident of 24 years finally dipped her toe into the world of authorship.

Over the years, Marshall has held jobs helping both adults and children. Her recent employment allowed her to bring her joy of reading to Long Island children. “For the last 8 years I have worked as a bus monitor helping to keep preschool children safe while riding the bus. I take out library books often to read to the children to make them happy, and have the ride be more fun.” Everyone loved these book-reading sessions, and Marshall even drew pictures for the children.

It seemed a natural transition from lover of reading to lover of writing. Marshall was also able to bring her son William on board. “I wrote two stories and illustrated books of my own by hand when I went back to work after the Covid shutdown. My college graduate son did the digital art backgrounds and computer technical support to help make my dream of being a published author come true.”

Finding a publisher seemed difficult, Marshall said, she then self-published the books via Amazon Kindle direct publishing. The books are still currently sold on Amazon, but Marshall hopes one day to see her books being sold with Scholastic. “Scholastic book fairs always seemed exciting and ethereal, sort of like the Mt. Everest I hope to climb in my book writing and illustrating journey.” Libraries are starting to carry the books as well, which has been very exciting for the author, who has been grateful for all of the local support.

Marshall currently has two books. She was inspired to write her first book, Sharing is Caring with the Pigeon Family, from seeing birds on her bus ride with her young readers. “I would ask questions like, ‘Is that the Momma bird, and maybe that is the baby,’ etc. My imagination immediately saw a bird family that had adventures, and this family I created I wanted to share, include and help others, and spread kindness!”

Her second book, Thank you Pigeon Family, is about a group of birds that had met the Pigeon family a while back (in book 1) and remembered their kindness. These birds want to find a way to show how much the Pigeon Family’s compassion meant to

them when they really needed help. “In my experience, I feel that everyone has had a time in their life when they felt left out or that they did not have enough of something that they wanted or even worse, ‘needed’,” Marshall explained. “These books promote empathy and kindness.”

The response to her books has been very positive. Community members have written to Marshall, her coworkers have been super supportive, and she has been asked to visit some libraries and schools to speak about the books to young children. “I am starting

to get questions from readers, and I love hearing from people,” she said. Marshall encourages people to reach out to her on Facebook on the account ‘Reading with Melissa Marshall’.

Melissa does not have a set writing process, but observed her books seem to take about 6 months from start to finish, once she has the idea and a clear direction. “It really depends on how much time I can set aside to work on the book at the time. I write the stories out, then draw the characters and some background illustrations by

hand to go with the story.” She then hands the story prototype to William, who takes her hand-drawn characters and integrates them with digital background art. William is a Plainedge School graduate and is a graduate of Nassau BOCES GC tech for computer animation. He is also a SUNY Oneonta alumnus, where he graduated from with a major in digital studio art and a minor in theater.

When asked about her inspiration, Marshall has a few thoughts. “Some young readers ask me how I get my book ideas, and what do I do when I am stuck and don’t know what to say?” She recommends taking a break and having fun, taking a walk or doing something relaxing. “When I am not trying so hard, great ideas come to me on their own.” Marshall believes that great stories are usually about things that have come from our life experiences. “Like maybe we have taken a trip someplace special that we want to write about, or even a birthday party we had, the possibilities are endless!” By considering these experiences, we might unearth a great story hidden just below the surface.

Marshall’s newest project is about a young girl that loved writing and art very much. This new book is scheduled to be published and available sometime this Spring.

–Thank you to Melissa Marshall for her interview responses and additional information.

Long Island libraries have featured Marshall’s books.

Marshall often goes to libraries and schools to read her books to LI children.p

Plainedge author Melissa Marshall and her son William, who helps with the art designs. (Contributed photos)

Safely Rolling To My Destination: Farmingdale Artists Receive Honors For Bus Safety Contest

Earlier this school year Farmingdale art teachers challenged students to create designs for the National School Bus Safety Poster Contest. The theme is “Safely Rolling to My Destination”. Three eighth-graders from Howitt Middle School and a fifth-grader from Woodward Parkway took top honors.

The National School Bus Safety Poster Contest is sponsored by The New York Association for Pupil Transportation (NYAPT) in partnership with the New York State Education Department and in accordance with guidelines and rules set out by the American School Bus Council (ASBC).

The three students from Barbara Ginexi’s art class at Howitt Middle School who won are: Emily Villatoro (1st), Morris Davidson III (2nd), and Andrea Echeverria (3rd). Woodward Parkway’s winner from Erica Weisfelner’s art class is Natalie Hernandez (1st).

First place winners received $100, Second place $75 and Third place $50.

Congratulations, to everyone!

For more information about the Farmingdale Union Free School District, please visit the district’s website at https://www.farmingdaleschools. org and like our Facebook page: @ FarmingdaleSchoolDistrict.

—Submitted by the Farmingdale School District

Hicksville Students Complete Nassau BOCES Career Training Program

Three students from Hicksville have successfully completed the Nassau BOCES Entry-Level Career Training Program, part of the agency’s Adult Education Program. These students were presented with certificates of achievement by administrators from the Adult Education Program during a recent ceremony. The career training program is housed at the Joseph M. Barry Career and Technical Education Center in Westbury.

Gianna Duhigg successfully completed the Direct Care course; Michael Maressa earned certification in Automotive Technology; Christian Velasquez was certified in Maintenance.

The goal of the career training program is to prepare students for employment in their chosen fields. Courses incorporate intensive

training in a variety of essential trades including automotive technology, building maintenance, food service, pet care, stock and inventory, and direct care. Each course includes a component in employability skills training. Job placement specialists work closely with students throughout the semester to arrange appropriate job placement and provide support services.

“Perseverance is the word that comes to mind when I think of this cohort of graduates,” says Brad Slepian, Adult Education Assistant Principal. “This group has worked extremely hard to complete their respective courses and are now career ready for jobs in their selected fields. We’re really proud of them.”

—Submitted by Nassau BOCES

Lee Road Students Dazzle At Board Meeting With Science Presentation

Lee Road Elementary School students donned their white lab coats and rubber gloves while attending a recent Levittown Board of Education meeting to present a STEAM-based project.

Students in 4th and 5th grades in Eileen Vogel, Tina Vrachnas, Pamela Smith and Tina Napoli’s classes showed attendees a glimpse into their Creativity in Science and 21st Century Skills unit. They discussed how learning through STEAM is both fun and beneficial in giving them skills for the future. Students have engaged in several STEAM activities this year, including building a marble rollercoaster, assembling a “doodle bot,” building a straw rocket and constructing a tower out of marshmallows. They also learned many science-related vocabulary terms and skills, such as determination, analytical thinking, problem-solving, perseverance and teamwork.

At the end of their presentation, the science equipment came out for 5th-graders

Students in 4th and 5th grades at Lee Road Elementary School presented a science experiment to Levittown Board of Education members during a recent meeting.

(Contributed photos)

Casey Walsh and Antonio Zambrano’s liquid works experiment. The gooey material created was handled with assistance by Board President Jennifer Messina.

—Submitted by Levittown Public Schools

National School Bus Safety Poster Contest winners. (from l-r) Howitt Middle School Principal Mike Gavalas, Morris Davidson III, Andrea Echeverria, Emily Villatoro, and art teacher Barbara Ginexi. (Contributed photos)

National School Bus Safety Poster Contest winner. (from l-r) Art teacher Erica Weisfelner and Natalie Hernandez.

Gianna Duhigg displays her certificate of completion of the Direct Care course. (Contributed photos)

Michael Maressa displays his certificate of completion of the Automotive Technology.

Christian Velasquez displays his certificate of completion of the Maintenance course.

The students discussed various STEAM activities they have completed in class.

Linda’s Angels Earns ACS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer “Hero of Research Award”

The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Hero of Research Award offers teams who raise at least $175,500 during the Strides season an opportunity to name an existing post-doctoral fellowship research grant in honor of a loved one or their team.

Linda’s Angels team of Long Island raised $176,053.60 in 2022 for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) of Long Island, becoming the first Making Strides team in New York to earn the honor.

Named for Massapequa resident Linda Cestaro, who passed from breast cancer in 2014, the Linda Cestaro Research Grant in the amount of $175,500 was awarded to the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in San Diego, Calif. The project is entitled Functional Landscape of Lipid Metabolism in Lung Cancer; the grant will be active until the end of 2025.

“To be able to raise funds for a research grant was the goal for our team, and a way to honor Linda’s memory,” said Jim DeAngelo, co-team caption with Teresa Bunjo of Linda’s Angels. “We hope the money we raised for the research grant will help to find a cure for cancer.”

“Thank you to the Linda’s Angels team, and supporters, for your unwavering support of the American Cancer Society’s mission. This accomplishment not only continues Linda’s legacy, but brings hope to many who are currently undergoing a cancer diagnosis, and to those who will face a diagnosis in the future,” said Katie Goepfrich Schafer, ACS executive director, Long Island.

Linda’s Angels will be holding its 5th annual golf outing on Aug. 24 at the North Hills Country Club in Manhasset and will be walking in the 30th Anniversary of MSABC on Oct. 15 at Jones Beach.

As the largest nonprofit funder of cancer research in the US outside of the federal government, the American Cancer Society has played a role in most of the cancer research breakthroughs in recent history.

The organization has invested more than $3.1 billion in cancer research since 1991, contributing to the 3.5 million fewer cancer

Chaverim Heroes: Family Volunteering At Plainview Temple

Rabbi Debra Bennet is pleased to report the success of recent service efforts at Temple Chavarim in Plainview. Recently, the Temple started a group called the Chaverim Heroes, for families to have an opportunity to come together, volunteer and help others. They held their first event last month in February, where community members brought cereal boxes to donate to Island Harvest for families and individuals in need. Members joined in

some fun cereal activities - including cereal bar, cereal tic tac toe, cereal necklace making, and more - learned about the importance of volunteering, and then created a giant domino line of cereal boxes to knock down. Their next event will be a children’s book drive with a special guest reader and crafts on Sunday, March 26 at 11 am. Stay tuned for forthcoming details.

—Submitted by Rabbi Debra Bennet, (Contributed photo) Temple Chaverim

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From large-scale traditional walks to unique local experiences and celebrations, the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer movement has united communities, companies, and individuals across the country in the fight to end breast cancer for more than two decades. For more information, search “2022 Making Strides Awards” online, or visit acsresources.org.

About The American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is the leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it for everyone. For more than 100 years, we have been the only organization improving the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. To learn more, visit cancer.org or call our 24/7 helpline at 1-800-227-2345.

—Submitted by Liz Wellinghorst

The Levittown Chamber Of Commerce Welcomes Joyce Casaula, Zinn & Dahl Flowers

The Levittown Chamber of Commerce gave a warm welcome to its newest member, Joyce Casaula, owner of Zinn & Dahl Flowers in Levittown. Joyce can be found on Saturdays at the outdoor market at Good Shepherd on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown.

Joyce grows her very own flowers, which are beautiful. Need to talk flowers for an event? Flowers are Joyce’s passion. What started out as a hobby has turned into a business with Joyce growing her own flowers & selling them. Call Joyce at 516-545-9157 or email

her at joycecasaula@yahoo.com for more information.

The Levittown Chamber of Commerce is always looking for new members to join the chamber. Meetings are held every month, alternating between lunch & dinner meetings to accommodate people’s busy schedules. Call the chamber at 516-520-8000 or email them at info@levittownchamber.com regarding membership information.

—Submitted by the Levittown Chamber of Commerce

Linda Cestaro, who passed from breast cancer in 2014. (Contributed photos)

The team at Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Joyce Casaula (center), owner of Zinn & Dahl Flowers to Levittown. (Contributed photo)

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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THURSDAY, MAR. 16

Irish Step Class

4:15 p.m. Grades K-2. Learn Irish Step dancing with Miss Kender. Programs run by the Children’s Department are for children residing in UFSD #22 only. Register online in advance if interested. You MUST use your child’s library card to register. Registration with an adult card will be invalid. Located in Room E of the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Rd.

Defensive Driving

6 p.m. The Defensive Driving accident prevention course with Empire Safety Council is a Point & Insurance Reduction Program (PIRP) approved by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. Registration is ongoing in-person at the Circulation Desk. The check or money order is made payable to Empire Safety Council. No cash. Individual checks must be written for each person. Fee: $30. Contact adult reference at (516) 9311417 or email adultprogramming@hicksvillelibrary.org for more information. Located in the Community Room of the Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave.

FRIDAY, MAR. 17

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

SATURDAY, MAR. 18

Watercolor Fish Canvas

10 a.m. Event is open to all ages with an adult. Paint an under the sea watercolor canvas to hang at home. Programs run by the Children’s Department are for children residing in UFSD #22 only. Register online in advance if interested. You MUST use your child’s library card to register. Registration with an adult card will be invalid. Located in Room E of the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Rd.

Tinkers Guild

2 p.m. Join our brand new club for tinkerers, inventors, and makers! This month we’ll try to defy gravity and build the tallest Lego structure we can! Teen program. Register online at www.massapequalibrary.org in advance if interested, or contact Gary Mannino via phone at (516) 798 - 4607 ext. 6305, or via email at gmannino@massapequalibrary. org for more information. This event will take place in the Central Avenue - Children’s Room / Patio at the Massapequa Public Library, 40 Harbor Ln.

Something Special Big Band

4 p.m. Phil Costa and the Something Special Big Band returns to take us on a trip down memory lane, featuring the exciting and jazzy music of the big band era. Adult program.

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT! Once you have completed your online registration, print your confirmation

- this will serve as your admission ticket to the event. Taking place at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library Auditorium, 999 Old Country Rd.

Irish Family History Forum

10 a.m. Discover your Irish ancestors. Via Zoom from Ireland, Sandra Doble, accredited genealogist, will discuss how to access Church of Ireland records of genealogical interest, such as church registers, vestry minute books, baptism, marriage and burial records. This will be helpful to those researching Church of Ireland records. Catholic ancestors can sometimes be found in these records. Located at the Bethpage Public Library, 47 Powell Ave.

SUNDAY, MAR. 19

An Irish Song Celebration

2 p.m. Live at the library, event for adults. The Zelniks return to the library to get you in the spirit with such songs as “Toora Loora Loora,” “The Wearing of the Green,” “Harrigan,” and many more, with some St.

Patrick’s Day humor and a wee bit o’ step dancing as a bonus! Presented by Francine and Joel Music. Located in the auditorium and lobby of the Bethpage Public Library, 47 Powell Ave.

Military Bridge

1 p.m. The Mercy Hospital Glen CoveHicksville-Syosset League presents military bridge. Knowledge of bridge is not necessary. This is a fun game which can be learned quickly as you play along! This event will take place at Levitown Hall, on the Levittown Parkway. Refreshments including coffee, tea and desserts will be offered. Fee of $10 to play. Cash prizes offered to the top three teams, plus lottery board $50 in tickets / $50 cash and raffles. Contact Chairladies Roseann Nicotra at (516) 320 - 5567 or Betty Sheehan at (516) 364 - 0548 for more information.

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Second Annual Top Gun Run Celebrates LI Scout’s Legacy

Proceeds to benefit Andrew McMorris Foundation

On March 25, participants w ill gather for the second annual Top Gun Run to benefit the Andrew McMorris Foundation and Suffolk County Council of Boy Scouts. This 5K run/walk will take place on an actual runway at the EPCAL property in Calverton, NY. The race is named after Boy Scout Andrew McMorris, who was killed by a drunk driver while hiking the Greenbelt Trail in Manorville with his Boy Scout Troop. Several other Scouts were severely injured as a result of this tragic crash. The lives of his family, friends, community and fellow scouts were forever changed by Andrew’s loss.

“September 30, 2018 was probably the one of the most horrific things to happen to a family and to our boy scout troop. The drunk driver plowed into the entire line of scouts. Andrew was the last one struck, and he was the one that was fatally struck,” said Alisa McMorris, his mother, when she recounted the events of that day.

It’s a normal response to withdraw after such a tragedy, but McMorris knew that’s not what her son would have wanted. Their estate attorney suggested starting a foundation in Andrew’s name, which resonated with the family. “That first year, we sat around a kitchen table came up with a logo and pooled all of our money with my sister’s and brother’s, and we handed out two scholarships.” The scholarships were distributed on Andrew’s birthday, March 30.

The McMorris family decided to further commemorate this special day by holding the annual race at that time. Last year, the weather on race day was questionable. It was overcast and threatening to rain for most of the lead up to the start. “It’s an overcast day. It was terrible weather; we were kind of worried about it. We were like, come on Andrew, come through for us. We need good weather for this race. And then at the moment

when the firefighters raised the flag… you looked at the sky above that flag, it was a perfect hole with sun coming through. And it was as if Andrew was peering down.” McMorris remembered.

Each quarter mile of the race is marked with a plaque featuring a picture of Andrew and one of the defining characteristics of the scout law, such as being loyal and honest. The finishers will also collect a race coin that features a picture of Andrew with the McMorris family’s slogan, “We finish what we start.” These powerful reminders help spread awareness against drunk driving and celebrate Andrew’s spirit.

Hosting the race is an important part of honoring Andrew’s legacy. Many people come to run or walk the runway, but plenty of people come just to watch and cheer on the participants. The atmosphere is more celebration

something McMorris has her own way of describing. “It’s hard to put into words just what it was like to be there with everyone having the same kind of feeling. And we call it soysadness and joy, because there’s a little bit of sadness, but there’s so much joy to be had by the community.” McMorris is sure Andrew would love the annual gathering. “Andrew brought everyone together no matter what they were. He loved the party. And he loved having people over. He would invite people over off the bus all the time.”

Besides the Top Gun Run, the Andrew McMorris Foundation gives out several scholarships. These scholarships are open to

high school seniors nationwide and range from $250 to $2500 and the deadline is March 30. They also offer a variety of grants.

There are grants of up to $500 for fine arts pursuits for students in K-12 to follow their dreams. These grants are evaluated on a rolling basis from January 10 through June 1. Scouting grants for Eagle Scouts and Gold Star Girl Scout projects are also available. There are aviation grants for up to $1000, and the deadline for these grants is March 30. These grants and scholarships are especially meaningful for McMorris, who feels a special connection to the students who knew her son.

It’s important to the McMorris family to raise awareness and spread the message to help decrease the number of these completely preventable deaths. They are advocating for a decrease in the legal blood alcohol

limit, from .08 to .05. They are also seeking comprehensive changes to vehicle law to make it safer for everyone on the road.

“Last year’s inaugural Top Gun Run drew more than a thousand participants, and this year is guaranteed to be bigger and better,” said McMorris. “We were so thrilled that so many people came out to celebrate Andrew and helped to turn a runway into a huge party.”

This is a fundraising event and all proceeds support the Andrew McMorris Foundation and the Suffolk County Council of Boy Scouts. The race is seeking sponsors. For sponsorship information, please contact Donna Lillie at dmlillie.bsa@gmail or on her cell at (631)774-8074.

Participants at the starting line for the 2022 inaugural Top Gun Run.

(Photo by the Andrew McMorris Foundation)

The clouds opened up just in time for last year’s race.

(Photo by the Andrew McMorris Foundation)

Andrew McMorris at one of his flying lessons. (Photo by the Andrew McMorris Foundation) peer-

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Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations Across Long Island

Get out your green and get your leprechaun on

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While Saint Patrick’s Day was originally a day of religious observance, services and feasting in honor of Saint Patrick, in the United States it has become a day of secular celebration of Irish culture. Here are some of the remaining parades and events.

Farmingdale

Wed, March 15th 7:30 p.m.

Saint Patrick’s Day Game Show Night

Get ready to slam the buzzer at 317 Main Street for St. Patrick’s Day Game Show Night. Each participant on each team will participate in the games such as “Family Feud,” and “Crowd Says.” Each winner on the winning team will get a prize.

Seaford

Fri, March 17, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock N Roll Party at United Skates of America Roller Skating Center

1276 Hicksville Road, Seaford

Skating, Dancing, Games with the Leprechaun, Trivia, Contests and more! Find the Pot of Gold for big prizes.

Hampton Bays

Saturday March 18th at 11AM

17th annual Hampton Bays St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The parade features an array of entertainment from pipe bands, school marching bands, community organizations, business floats, fire departments and more.

Glen Cove

Sun, Mar 19, 1–3 PM

Robert M. Finley Middle School

1 Forest Ave, Glen Cove, NY

The Glen Cove St. Patrick’s Day Parade begins to form up at noon in the area of the Finley Middle School at Forest Avenue and Dosoris Lane in Glen Cove. It steps off at 1 pm and proceeds through the streets of downtown Glen Cove. There is ample parking at Glen Cove’s municipal parking garages and elsewhere and shuttle buses will run between the parking areas and the formation area.

Patchogue

Sun, Mar 19, 11:00AM–1:30 PM

Patchogue-Medford Library Parade Activities

54-60 E Main St.

Activities take place during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade OUTSIDE the front of the Main Library. Be parade ready – color a festive button and get a (temporary) tattoo!

12:00 PM Start

St. Patrick’s May the Road Rise to Meet Ye 2 Mile Run/Walk

Get your run in right before the Parade and enjoy 1 Beer at the Pubs of Patchogue! Redeemable with your bib.

First 400 Registrants Get a Tech Tee. Packet Pickup: Outdoors on Havens Ave or if inclement weather, indoors at 67 W Main St, Patchogue.

Patchogue Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

The line of march will proceed from the East Main Street intersection of Route 112 and finish at the viewing stand on the corner of Havens Avenue and West Main Street.

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Harbor Crab Celebration on Parade Day!

Enjoy a $5 Guinesss, $5 Corned Beef Sandwiches + Live DJ & Dancing! DJ Salty Jim will be providing the soundtrack to the occasion from 2:00-6:00pm. Don’t miss this fun time!

Babylon Village

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 19 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Wantagh

Sun, Mar 19 1:00 pm

Wantagh 3rd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Long Island. The parade will feature pipebands, cars, floats, marchers, fire trucks, and police. There will also be a Block Party on Railroad Avenue following the parade.

Bayside

Sat Mar 25 2023 at 12:00 pm

2023 Bayside Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

The 2023 Bayside Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be stepping off on Saturday March 25th at 1:00 p.m. the parade will be marching down Bell Blvd from 35th avenue to 42nd avenue.

Ronkonkoma

Sun Mar 26, 2023 2:00pm

Ronkonkoma St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Celebrate Irish Heritage as the Ronkonoma St. Patrick’s Day parade steps off on March 26. The parade will start on Hawkins Avenue at School Street, head South down Hawkins Ave ending at Thorne Street.

Montauk

Sun Mar 26, 2023

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Montauk Friends of Erin St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Edgemere Road , Montauk, NY, Long Island’s easternmost parade runs up Edgemere Road and turns on to Main Street, passing the reviewing stand on the green. It finishes at the end of Main Street by the IGA. Starting at 10 am on the green, the Montauk Chamber of Commerce will be serving hot soup in a St. Patrick’s Day Parade souvenir mug. Montauk’s finest soups are

restaurants.

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Roni Jenkins, Emcee of the parade along with parade committee members, Glen Cove Mayor Pam Panzenbeck, and members of the Glen Cove City Council. (Photo by Gill Associates Photography)

Glen Cove Fire Department walking in the St. Patrick’s parade. (Photo by Natalia Ventura)

Photos from 2022 St. Patrick’s Day parade

Firebird Pipers from Kellenberg Memorial High School performing at the parade. (Photo by Natalia Ventura)

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SANTOS WATCH Crossing The Red/Blue Line

Bipartisan electeds increasingly turn from, or target, Rep. George Santos

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Public tension between Representative George Santos (NY-03) and fellow Republicans continues to heat up as spring slowly heads to Long Island.

Firstly, the House Ethics Committee announced in the beginning of March that it has opened a formal investigation into Rep. Santos, seeking to examine via investigative subcommittee whether Santos “engaged in unlawful activity” during his 2022 run for Congress.

As NPR reported, “The probe will also determine whether Santos violated federal conflict of interest laws and whether he “engaged in sexual misconduct” toward an individual who was seeking a job in the freshman congressman’s House office. Santos has denied that allegation.”

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The Ethics Committee noted in its statement that opening an investigation “does not itself indicate that any violation has occurred.” On Twitter, a statement posted to Santos’ account said the congressman is “fully cooperating,” with “no further comment made at this time.”

Public displays of distancing have also increased from both local and national electeds, including Santos’ Republican peers.

On March 7, Representative Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04) introduced a pair of bills, entitled the “No Fame for Fraud Resolution” and the “No Fortune for Fraud Act,” which seem to directly target Rep. Santos, whether it passes or simply

stands on record.

Fellow Republican Reps. Nick Lalota, Mike Lawler, Marc Molinaro, Nick Langworthy and Brandon Williams co-sponsored the package of bills.

D’Esposito and colleagues said the bills would prevent members of Congress who violate certain election laws and other federal statutes from receiving compensation for ‘selling their story’ in the form of books, public appearances, and so on.

As Victor Nava reported for the New York Post, Rep. Lalota (NY-01) referenced Santos directly during a press conference: “He’s trying to use his new infamy to enrich himself, to further what he set out to do three years ago, to use his persona as a public figure to enrich himself.” Santos responded with criticism of his Nassau County neighbor, D’Esposito, in short order on Twitter.

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Helping Your Anxious Child

Clinicians have noticed a significant increase in referrals for children experiencing symptoms of anxiety, especially in light of the challenges brought on by COVID-19. Schools had shut down for a lengthy period; kids were isolated at home and away from their friends; many families faced food insecurities and job loss; and family members and school staff were contracting the virus and dying.

Although we appear to have entered a less deadly phase in the pandemic, its psychological impacts are far from over. Understandably, parents want to know if their child’s feelings of anxiety will pass in time or if those feelings should be addressed by a mental health expert.

First, let’s start with some of the signs to look for to determine if your child is experiencing a level of anxiety that may best be managed with professional treatment.

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activities that they would normally engage in and enjoy.

2 Your child is experiencing headaches, stomachaches, sweating and/or heart racing, and it is not connected to any other illness.

aggressive and irritable without a reasonable explanation.

6. They are exhibiting increased problems with separating from you or require a great deal of reassurance that everything will be alright.

7. Lastly, they have become overly critical of themselves, worried about failing in school or reluctant to participate in an activity because they are afraid of not performing well or being negatively perceived by their peers. If these symptoms describe your child and interfere with their ability to perform in school, home or outside activities, it may be time to reach out to a mental health professional either at school or a mental health clinic to further explore the matter.

to cope with them.

2 Avoiding things that make us worry or frighten us does not teach us to cope; in fact, it actually makes symptoms worse. Therefore, learning to understand those feelings and what to do when anxieties arise is the best approach.

3. Parents should take a supportive, positive and realistic approach to children’s fears and worries. Dismissing their feelings or telling them to tough it out often makes things worse.

4. Parents can recognize their child’s feelings and help them to express those feelings by listening to their concerns.

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5 The most important thing is to show your child acceptance and love and, if necessary, secure the appropriate help to treat the problem.

Linda Thomas-Batson, LMSW, is a clinical social worker at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, Long Island’s leading children’s mental health organization. She has worked in the field of social work for more than 40 years, specializing in working with children who experience symptoms of ADHD, PTSD and trauma, with a focus in family therapy. To reach the Guidance Center, call 516-626-1971.

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. Your child is worrying a lot more than usual, and it is not warranted by any particular events in their lives at the present moment. Their feelings of worry do not go away after a reasonable amount of time, and they are preventing them from participating in

3

. You may notice that all of a sudden, they are avoiding people, situations or places that they used to enjoy or other children would likely enjoy.

4. Their worrying has affected their ability to fall asleep, remain asleep through the night or sleep by themselves.

5 Their behavior has changed, and they have become more

Here are some things to consider when making the decision on whether or not to seek help, in addition to some steps you can take prior to seeking the help of a professional.

1. A qualified therapist will work with your child to help them manage anxiety symptoms and learn to function with those feelings. They will be taught to identify and understand their emotions and then learn strategies

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7: “After D’Esposito spearheaded a bill clearly aimed at Santos, designed to prevent members convicted of certain offenses from then profiting off their story in the form of book deals, paid speeches, or movie and TV contracts, the Long Islander pushed back on Twitter. “‘Coming from a man who lost his NYPD issued GUN while he was DJ’ing at a party!’ ... [Santos tweeted] before deleting his post. ‘You sir are the example of a bad

Beaver explained, “Santos appeared to be citing, in part, a New York Daily News report that found D’Esposito had been docked vacation days on two separate occasions, including once in 2015 for having his firearm stolen out of his vehicle and another time in 2007 after working as a DJ and serving alcohol ‘without authority or permission to do so.’ Santos in his tweet conflated the two.”

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HOME & DESIGN

This charming six bedroom center hall colonial is situated on 2.52 professional landscape acres with pool at 11 Laurel Ln. in the Locust Valley village of Matinecock. This newly renovated home sold on Jan. 10 for $2,750,000. Its sunlight filled living room with wood burning fireplace leads to a covered porch for entertaining. The eat-in-kitchen including custom cabinetry, marble countertops, and premium appliances opens to a bluestone patio. The elegant dining room and family room has a natural gas fireplace. The two-and-a-half car garage has an adjoining custom mudroom. Two powder rooms on the first floor complete this level. The second floor has a primary room with two walk-in closets and ensuite bath, four additional bedrooms, a laundry room and two bathrooms. The outdoor living space has open and covered terraces offering incredible privacy for the pool. This home is conveniently located near transportation, schools and shopping.

Watch Out For Whales In New York’s Waters

Humpback whales are the most common whale seen in New York’s waters. The Atlantic Ocean humpback whale population has been increasing in recent years and they were federally delisted as endangered in 2016. More whales have been observed overwintering in our nearshore waters, likely due to climate change, increased food abundance and water quality. Vessel strikes and gear entanglement are the most significant threats to whales along New York’s shores and were the cause of many of the recent whale death able to be identified to date. DEC, in cooperation with NOAA and its stranding response partners, strives to respond to all whale stranding and mortality events to collect data and biological samples from the animal. Completing a necropsy is a priority for each stranding to help determine cause of death. If you come across a stranded marine mammal in New York, remain a safe and legal distance from the animal and call the New York Stranding Hotline at 631369-9829 to report its location.

Reports of marine mammal and sea turtle

sightings from the public are crucial to helping the response team collect vital information about our local marine animal populations. Send your sightings of marine mammals and sea turtles to sightings@amseas.org. NOAA administers vessel speed reduction zones which include both mandatory (Seasonal Management Areas) and voluntary (Slow Zones) speed reduction areas for vessels to reduce the likelihood of deaths and injuries to endangered North Atlantic right whales that result from collisions with vessels. In the Seasonal Management Areas, all vessels 65 feet or longer must travel at 10 knots to reduce the threat of vessel collisions. Slow Zones are triggered when three or more right whales are recorded in an area. In these areas, all vessels are encouraged to travel less than 10 knots.

In 2022, NOAA proposed regulations that would broaden the requirements of mandatory speed reduction zones to further protect North Atlantic whales. Slow Zones provide added protection to all whales and marine mammals.

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This fabulous Colonial home at 500 Chicken Valley Rd. the village of Matinecock sold on Dec. 20 for $2,500,000. It sits on eight bucolic acres overlooking a large serene pond with seasonal wildlife. The home has gracious entertaining rooms for easy indoor and outdoor access, lending to wonderful sunsets. The home, built in 1960, is on a full house generator. It is centrally located near schools and shopping. It has six bedrooms and five bathrooms. It has natural gas, forced air and central air conditioning. It has a two-car attached garage.

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

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How To Prepare Your Garden For Spring

BY KATIE JACOBS specialsections@antonmediagroup.com

The cold winter months can seem to stretch on forever for those of us who love our lawns and gardens! Instead of staying shut indoors, why not make the most of your time and bundle up for some springtime lawn prep?

Some planning and work on the front end will help make your garden all the better and spring garden maintenance more manageable. Here is a short checklist of items to work on this winter.

Get Your Tools Ready

Winter is a great time to dust off your spring tools and arrange for any cleaning or repairs needed. It’s also the time to take stock of what might be missing from your shed that you’ll need come springtime. Think about items like your mower, garden spreader, blower, rakes, shovels, etc. There is nothing more frustrating than going to do yard work on a beautiful spring day only to realize that the tools and equipment you need either aren’t there or don’t work.

Clean Up Beds

Get the not-so-fun task of cleaning up the beds in your yard out of the way during winter so that in the springtime, you’ll be able to enjoy planting and seeing the

plants and flowers you cut back thrive with new growth.

Clip away anything that didn’t make it through the winter or needs pruning and think about making room for new plants and flowers. Think about adding fresh straw or mulch to beds if needed.

Create A Spring Planting Plan

If it’s just too cold and miserable to be outside but you still want to get a jump start on your spring garden, get your creative juices flowing and create a spring lawn and garden plan.

Think about what you’d like to grow, what grows best in shade versus sun and begin to map out where things will go in relation to what you already have growing. Taking time to draw up a plan will prove beneficial in the end as opposed to figuring things out as you go...things like timing and placement are important.

Select A Spring Fertilizer

Temperatures are finally starting to warm

up and the arrival of spring draws closer. As temperatures increase, soil temperatures also increase and this creates different conditions within the soil. Your garden will require certain nutrients at this time.

Pull Winter Weeds & Get Rid Of Pests

Garden weed control is much easier to tackle on the front end, so now is the time to get rid of those weeds that will hamper spring growth. It might seem like everything is either dormant or dead in the winter, but not those pesky weeds! They seem to hang on no matter what.

Go ahead and rid your lawn and beds of weeds so that you will have healthy soil to plant your spring plants and flowers in the spring. Be sure to apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent spring and summer weeds.

Pests are another issue that will quickly get out of control come springtime, so consider pre-treating your garden with a broad-spectrum insecticide to make sure that grub worms in your garden don’t move in. Want to learn more about achieving a great lawn? Visit www.sodsolutions.com to check out more Sod University tips.

—Katie Jacobs writes for Sod Solutions.

Careful planning makes for a successful garden.

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Shore window treatment expert shares what’s trending

BY CHRISTY HINKO

Far from the miles of dark heavy fabric and ornate cornices and double row curtain rods of the olden days, today’s homeowners are flocking to lighter and airy window treatment designs.

“People are going for simplicity, the cleanest, most simple look and they are doing that in a variety of ways from Roman shades with a crisp bottom or a clean roller shade and no valance,” said Graham Byers, president and window treatment expert for Gotcha Covered North Shore. “They are looking for subtle textures rather than bold patterns, seeking out fabrics for a cellular, roller or wood shades that have a wonderful texture in them, but that offers variations in color and density. It’s not loud or drawing attention to itself and it creates a luxurious feel without having it go overboard.”

Byers said the trends in window treatment choices are consistent with broader interior design trends as well.

“I don’t see homeowners going toward strong colors, in line with bold color trends that get talked about,” he said. “Homeowners want something that they’re going to like this year, as much as they’re going to like it in five years.”

Re-doing major decor elements, like furniture, window treatments and

flooring, too frequently is not popular.

“People are choosing neutrals and subtler tones, even in reds and blues, but that are more muted,” Byers said. “You want to bring color into your room, but not so much that you are like, ‘Wow, this is great, but now I have to change it next week,’ it has to be something you can live with.”

Of all window treatment options, Byers said shades are the most popular choice for decorating.

“I’ve got a lot of clients who have got elaborate top treatments, valances, swags and cascades of fabrics; it’s just really heavy stuff,” he said. “They are choosing shades because they fit the window frame; they are not these big, huge pieces of fabric that cover so much more than the window; shades are light and airy.

He said the most popular choice is a single roller shade, minus the valance across the top. The roller shade is a low-maintenance choice because when it’s up, it is out of sight and when it’s down it is just a piece of hanging fabric.

“It barely attracts dust and dirt and now

a lot of the new materials have a coating on the fabrics that repel dust,” Byers said. “They are much easier to clean and maintain.”

Long gone are the days of formal drapery, although Byers said he does still get occasional requests for drapery; if that is what the customer wants, that is what he is prepared to deliver.

“It is almost like window treatments are taking a step back so that other things in the room can shine,” he said.

The typical timeframe from consultation to installation is approximately four to six weeks.

Byers, who has been in the window treatment business for two years, said that post-pandemic production and manufacturing has nearly returned to normal, but there are times when a single component is not available and can delay the process significantly.

If you are planning a renovation project or making major changes to your windows, it is best to schedule the window treatments consultation for after the new windows are in place.

“Window treatments are custom to an eighth of an inch (shutters are custom to a 16th of an inch), so it’s really precise,” he said. “I have been in a lot of houses where homeowners have ordered something

themselves from somewhere online and they do their own measurements. They have these huge gaps on the sides that just don’t fit the way they’re supposed to.”

He said they might have measured correctly, but they do not have the expertise of how the fabric falls or where the gaps in coverage will be.

“Maybe they did not know that this kind of shade has a deduction of two inches, or the fabric is an inch, and a half less,” he added.

If you want new window treatments, you want to do it after you put new windows in because inevitably, the size of the window might change by a half of an inch or the molding ends up being narrower.

“I always wanted to start my own business,” Byers said. “It was the right thing for me at just the right time.”

He works closely with his wife, who is an interior designer. The duo often collaborates on design projects.

“When I am working with any designer, I let them lead with the fabric,” he said. “I bring the vision to life.”

Ready to get started? Visit www. gotchacovered.com/north-shore or call 516-701-0141 to find inspiration and to book a consultation.

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Check out these new book titles for home interior and design inspiration

1Arranging Things by Colin King

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McAlpine by Bobby McAlpine

New York–based stylist Colin King shares his wisdom and insights for cultivating beauty in our everyday surroundings—composing objects into simple, sophisticated vignettes that enrich our homes and our lives. The go-to stylist for many of the world’s leading brands and publications, King is a regular contributor to Architectural Digest, T, Ark, and Rum magazines. He collaborates regularly with West Elm, Anthropologie, Zara Home, Crate & Barrel, and Roman and Williams Guild and has his own celebrated product lines with Beni Rugs and Menu, with more in the works. 2

Heirloom Rooms by Erin Napier

Erin Napier, designer, host of HGTV’s Home Town, and author of Make Something Good Today, returns with a gorgeously illustrated and one-of-a-kind celebration of the homes we live in and love. Our homes are more than an assemblage of bricks and glass, wood and nails. They are the keepers of our childhood memories, our milestones, and heartaches. They evolve as we do. As a family grows and eventually retracts, a home can change hands and begin again. We are the chapters in the book of a house. They carry on after we are gone, setting the stage for another story, a new life, new memories.

The work of renowned firm McALPINE has always communicated the power of romanticism, speaking directly to the heart through the beauty and poetry of the home. Tapping diverse influences, the residences draw from architectural languages ranging from Elizabethan and Dutch to colonial Caribbean and agrarian American. The book opens with Bobby McAlpine’s own newly designed house, featuring exquisite spaces that are modern in expression but classical in order and balance. Other projects include a white-on-white neoclassical pavilion-bythe-sea in the Bahamas; a masonry dwelling in the rolling hills of Virginia; a quintessential American country house in Tennessee that combines the familiarity of a farmhouse with crisp minimalism; and an exuberant house sited on the edge of a pastoral golf course in Alabama. Freely choosing from architecture’s treasury, the assembly of houses is familiar, bold, and surprising, all at the same time—reflecting the complexity of the human experience. 4

Sacred Spaces by Carley Summers

Before she became an internationally renowned designer and photographer, Carley Summers suffered from alcoholism and addiction, spending nights in jail, the emergency room, and rehab. As someone who celebrates recovery today, she knows firsthand the importance of a warm and inviting home. Summers uses her life experience and her craft to ensure that the homes she photographs and designs are comforting, healing spaces to live and grow in. Sacred Spaces takes readers on a beautifully photographed journey inside fourteen homes, from North Carolina and California to Canada, France, and Morocco, as Summers uncovers the vulnerable stories behind each one: a mother who uses her kitchen to heal her son with food, a woman who found her sanctuary after overcoming childhood abuse, and more. She even offers a tour of her mother’s home and her own.

Nine Must-Have Tools For Your Tool Box

A well-stocked tool box is necessary for homeowners and renters to do basic home repairs and simple DIY projects. From hanging pictures to assembling furniture, a good set of tools lets you take on all types of projects instead of calling somebody else to get the job done.

Tape Measure

The golden rule of DIY is to measure twice and cut once. You need a tape measure to do this. A 12-foot tape measure is long enough for most homeowners’ needs. It’s also small enough to fit in a drawer or tool box and won’t break your budget.

Unless you are building a shed or tackling a larger DIY project, avoid the contractor-grade 25-foot tape measures which are heavy and expensive.

Ball Peen Hammer

A traditional claw hammer is a must for construction, but an 8-ounce ball peen hammer is better for DIYers for tapping picture hangers into walls or making light-duty repairs.

A ball peen hammer is lightweight, takes up less space in a tool box, and has no sharp claw to navigate around, making it a better choice for general household use.

Screwdrivers

A good set of screwdrivers can help with a range of home improvement tasks

from installing overhead lights to changing cabinet pulls. You need at least three different sizes of flathead and Phillips head screwdrivers to cover most jobs.

A multi-bit screwdriver has interchangeable screwdriver heads and will take up less room in your tool box, but it’s easy to misplace one of those bits. If you’ve got more space, buy a screwdriver set. A good set of screwdrivers could last you the rest of your life.

Adjustable Wrench

A pair of high-quality adjustable wrenches can take the place of multiple wrench sets. An 8-inch wrench hits the sweet spot for most projects, but if you plan on doing light plumbing or other heavier home repairs consider buying a full set of standard and metric wrenches.

Utility Knife

A utility knife or box cutter is the most used item in your tool box. Utility knives are indispensable for opening packages as well as any household task that requires cutting, scraping and scoring. Keep one in your tool

box, but keep a second one in your kitchen drawer or somewhere else for easy access. A folding pocket knife can do the same tasks, but if you want to keep your blade sharp opt for a utility knife that uses replaceable blades.

Torpedo Level

You need a sturdy, 9-inch torpedo level for hanging shelves, mirrors or televisions straight. Hang them with no level, and they’ll end up crooked. Look for a level with a bubble that is easy to see and can take both horizontal and vertical measurements. It’s also good to have a level with built-in magnets which can help you go hands-free and make small adjustments to a metal surface.

Hex Keys

Hex keys are also known as allen wrenches or allen keys. Hex keys can be used to tighten bike seat posts and assemble flat pack furniture. Sometimes products include hex keys with the instructions but having your own set with longer handles will make the job much easier. A full set of allen wrenches in standard and metric sizes will get more use around your home than you realize.

Socket Wrench Set

If you plan to do any mechanical or auto repair, you will need a good socket wrench set. Choose one with a 3/8” drive to cover most uses and sockets in standard and metric sizes.

Unless you are a mechanic, you don’t need those giant sets with 50 or more sockets. You’ll be fine with a socket set half that size.

Personal Protection Equipment

Personal protection equipment (PPE) includes safety glasses, work gloves and hearing protection. Keep these items in your tool box so you have no excuse not to use them. Use safety glasses any time you are striking or grinding something, as well as during yard work or working on something overhead that might cause dust or debris to fall.

Work gloves prevent splinters and protect your hands from minor nicks and scratches. Leather work gloves are the most durable and are ideal for gardening and heavy-duty applications. Nitrile work gloves allow for the most feel and will keep your hands dry and clean. But a good multipurpose work glove can cover almost every job.

Use hearing protection around loud equipment such as lawn mowers or heavy machinery. Earmuffs offer the most protection, but ear plugs are smaller and easier to carry. Still need more information on what tools to get? Visit www.lowes.com to watch the DIY Basics video series and view tool buying guides to help you find the right tools for your project.

—Reprinted courtesy of Lowe’s

The right tools make projects easy. Lowe’s

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Home design on a budget

Are you bored looking at the same old decor around your house? Maybe it’s time for a change. If a slim budget is holding you back from updating your space, here are six ideas to help refresh your home that will cost about $100 or less.

Wallpaper a Nook

For a big impact at a low cost, wallpaper a reading nook, an alcove or a study space. Today’s fantastic wallpapers range from retro florals to zingy geometrics, and at less than $15 a roll in the discount bins at your favorite home store, it’s a statement you can afford to make.

Create a Sticker Backsplash

If tile is too expensive, consider a backsplash made of peel and stick, waterproof stickers. Just peel and apply them to a clear, flat surface. At a cost of $30 or less for 16 stickers, you can bring a whole new look to your kitchen.

Highlight Your Front Door

Choose a stand-out paint color that says ‘Welcome.’ Add a jazzy new house number, a cool door mat and, if the budget will allow it, a bright new door knocker.

Install Crown Molding

Add elegance to a living or dining room with do-it-yourself crown molding. Depending on the size of your room, you can find peel and stick kits, including pre-cut corner pieces, beginning at around $100. Solid wood molding costs up to $4 a foot, but since it’s hard to see at least eight feet above your head, you can opt for a vinyl look-alike for less.

Plant a Window Box

Up your home’s curb appeal with a cheerful window box or two, featuring foliage and flowers that complement the home’s exterior. The boxes are available at most home stores all year long for less than $100 each.

Hang a Gallery Wall

Make your house feel more like home with a gallery wall displaying treasured framed photos, your favorite artwork and even some of your kids’ fabulous artwork and/or posters. A failsafe way to do this is to create paper cut-outs of each framed piece and arrange them on the floor to your satisfaction first, before you start banging nails into the wall. Visit www.onekeymls.com for more home tips, real estate advice and market statistics.

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Sticker backsplashes are easy to install. Window planters add curb appeal.

Mix and match art with a gallery wall.

Crown moulding is classic.

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A Celtic Carousal Comes To Long Island

Behind the scenes with Flogging Molly

Dennis Casey’s Fresh Tunes For Flogging Molly Fans

In recent conversation with Flogging Molly guitarist Dennis Casey, he was asked to recommend three bands that a fan would enjoy but that they might not have heard of. These were his recomendations:

Skinny Lister

Formed in London, and currently opening for Flogging Molly and AntiFlag on their current tour. Their fast paced folk influenced tunes will have any packed barroom hoisting their beer and shouting along to every song.

Flogging Molly, formed in Los Angeles by native Irishman Dave King in the mid 1990s, took its name from an Irish pub called Molly Malone’s, where they spent their early days as the house band. Front man King, with his distinct Brogue and acoustic guitar, continued to add members to the band from a wide range of musical backgrounds. Many of the current band members are a diverse group of musicians King met at Molly Malone’s and asked to join the band, each member adding diversity and nuance to their complex sound. The current lineup is founder and vocalist / guitarist Dave King; King’s wife, Bridget Regan, on violin, tin whistle and vocals; Dennis Casey on guitar and vocals; Matt Hensley on accordion and concertina; Nathan Maxwell on bass and vocals; Spencer Swain on mandolin and banjo and Mike Alonso on drums.

As the band grew, so did their following. Known for their rigorous touring schedule, the band spends months on the road every year playing to packed venues of all sizes, performing at music festivals and headlining one of the most unique cruises imaginable.

Style of music

The band recently took the stage with their unique assortment of instruments at Huntington’s Paramount Theater. The result was raucous punk rock verve, blended seamlessly with Celtic melodies and a sea of undulating bodies, electrified by the energy that Flogging Molly brings to every show. The attendees ranged from school age kids to seniors, the result of having drawn fans with their eclectic sound and energy for approximately 25 years.

While many bands may fit neatly into

a particular genre, a band as diverse as Flogging Molly can be more difficult to classify, but it is often referred to as Celtic punk. Longtime Flogging Molly guitarist and former Long Islander Dennis Casey put it this way:

“It’s kind of hard to do in a tagline because we’re people with really diverse backgrounds and we bring all kinds of influences to it, but Dave King, being from Ireland, I would definitely say there is a Celtic element of the band for sure as well as the instrumentation. He writes a lot about Ireland. And so I would say that’s a pretty good summation of what we are”.

Spend some time listening to the bands seven studio albums, and the band’s range immediately becomes apparent. From the slower more acoustic folk songs such as “If I Ever Leave This World Alive” to the strident electrified “Seven Deadly Sins” to “Whats Left Of The Flag” where King’s mournful lyrics and solemn acoustic accompaniment are set ablaze with a strum of Caseys overdriven guitar, Flogging Molly maintains a continuous musical thread through a diverse palette of songs.

Touring

Spending a lot of time on the road is a large part of what Flogging Molly has been known for. Over the years they’ve been all over North America and Europe and have toured in Japan. Casey had this to say about touring in Japan: “I remember we played Japan and the first time we went there... It’s such a completely different vibe. And

Flogging Molly made an appearance at The Paramount in Huntington.

I’ve been very fortunate to be able to do that.” He added “playing that far (away) and then having people know your music it was just kind of mind boggling. It blew me away, wow, our music is resonating halfway around the world.”

Pandemic

For a group of musicians who spend so much of their lives traveling and interacting with large groups of people, the recent pandemic had an enormous impact on the band. Casey put it this way: “in the beginning, there is this chaos, like What the hell’s happening? We were on tour and we went into California and, we saw it coming and then, everything shut down and so there was this state of fear, and the unknown, everybody staying home and realizing I may never do this again. What I do for a living is very people oriented, people in large groups.” As a father of four Casey was also quick to point out the silver lining: being able to spend time with his family. “The pandemic was a blessing and a curse for our band, because in the more than 25 years that we’ve been doing this, we never got to spend a lot of time with our families, and this is just the way I looked at it. We all did. I got four kids. I was gone most of their lives, to be able to stay home that long was what’s so beautiful for me.”

In addition to the time spent with family, members of the band also extended a life line of sorts. King and Regan streamed songs from in front of the fireplace of their home in

Fontaines D.C.

This Dublin, Ireland band started in 2017. Their lyrics alone are well worth a glance, but coupled with their incredibly catchy post-punk style melodies, they will likely become a favorite of anyone who listens.

Idles

Hailing from Bristol, England, Idles are intense and driven. With their raw, often frenzied lyrics, propelled forward by breakneck rhythms, Idles are a force of nature. Amidst the chaos of each song, however, they manage to maintain a cadence that draws you along as only a great band can do.

Ireland, and Casey posted a series of guitar lessons on the band’s YouTube channel. Whether they were aware of it or not, they provided a much welcomed continuity at a time of uncertainty for many fans of live music.

Salty Dog

With the lockdowns and restrictions behind us, hopefully for good, one of the most unique aspects of their touring is back up and running. Salty Dog Cruises is a multiday Caribbean cruise started by Flogging Molly nearly 10 years ago. The cruise features multiple bands, tattooing, a half pipe, even music lessons with Flogging Molly. Casey put it this way: “I was really skeptical in the beginning when the idea came up. I remember I got on the boat and the first two people I met were from Belgium and I was like …this could be pretty good. It’s just it’s a big party. There’s the vibe that people are just there to have a great time.” If there’s one down side to Salty Dog cruises, it’s that those considering booking a ticket don’t have much time to ponder the decision. The cruise usually sells out within weeks.

Flogging Molly’s latest album Anthem was released this past September. For more information, see www.floggingmolly.com.

(Photo courtesy Katie Hovland)

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...we’re people with really diverse backgrounds and we bring all kinds of influences to it, but Dave King, being from Ireland, I would definitely say there is a Celtic element of the band for sure.’’

—Dennis Casey

NO TO CASINO AT COLISEUM SITE!

The proposed construction of a casino at the site of Nassau Veterans Coliseum in the predominantly Black and Brown community of Uniondale, New York, would be a destructive decision that could negatively impact neighboring Hofstra University, Nassau Community College, and

BRACING FOR IMPACT

The news that local leaders in Garden City voted to officially stand against the proposed Nassau County casino floated by Las Vegas Sands Corporation is music to the ears to those of us who have been saying NO all along. This is the third attempt by developers to bring a casino to this part of the county and although the pushbacks by community members have been sustained and tremendous, developers keep coming with different versions of the same thing.

Although the action by Garden City leaders is encouraging, the final decision rests with the county Legislature, and if we are to take a cue from Legislator Siela Bynoe’s (D- Westbury) letter to the Chief Executive Officer of Las

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

the Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Nassau. Casinos have long-term colleagues such as gambling addiction, crime, and prostitution, that are not in the best interest of the residents of Nassau County, the students at Hofstra University, and Nassau Community College. As well as the struggling cancer

Vegas Sands Corp., published in the Nassau Illustrated News, the decision could go either way based on his response. Bynoe posed the following pointed questions to the CEO:

“Provide my office with data specifically outlining the number and nature of employment that were created in similarly positioned host communities; the salary and benefits associated with each; professional development and advancement opportunities that are offered to recruits; the average duration of employment in each of these specific job titles; and the number of union employment opportunities that were created through these endeavors; identify local hiring plans that were implemented; the extent to which

patients at Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Nassau. This effort could rob, rape, and ruin the lives of many broken, battered, and bruised Nassau County residents, students from home and abroad, and cancer patients, fighting the forward fight to survive.

Efforts to weaken the Black and

these goals were achieved; steps that were taken by your organization to achieve those targets.”

Bynoe asked other questions similarly along the lines of employment and employment opportunities, including opportunities for minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE) and disadvantaged business enterprises. (DBE)

I will not be surprised if this is the way most politicians will decide to go: seek assurance for jobs and employment opportunities from these business people, especially since urban casinos are on the rise in the northeast. According to the data, three major urban cities – New York (NYC), Philadelphia and Baltimore/ Washington, D.C., collectively

Brown vote through redistricting in America’s largest township, the Town of Hempstead, and one of America’s richest counties, Nassau County, literally adds insult to injury. The corrupt trinity of environmental racism, classism, and sexism, baptized in pure greed, wants possession of the very soul of

opened seven casinos from 2004 to 2012. The promise of jobs and employment opportunities seems to be the lure, but critics and opposers argue that there is a symbiotic relationship between casinos and local neighboring communities that could potentially increase problem gambling and have severe economic consequences such as economic distress, homelessness, mental disorders, and domestic violence. Detractors also make the association between the proliferation of undesirable businesses such as pawn shops, pay day loans, and check cashing stores- not exactly what some see as economic development. I will also not be surprised if Legislator Bynoe receives glowing reports to her many questions

our beloved township and county. The concerned residents of the Town of Hempstead and Nassau County must stand up, speak up, and seriously fight the forward fight for our future and survival.

Pastor Arthur L. Mackey Jr., Senior Pastor, Mount Sinai Baptist Church Cathedral

which will help her to make a decision, especially since they are in a business in which the “house” never loses. They might even throw in a few “sweeteners” as sales people often do with hard to sell products. I am under no illusion that this fight will result in the same outcome as the previous two, since there are so many heavy hitters involved; the public relations officer is former governor David Patterson, County Executive Bruce Blakeman is a major backer and chief cheerleader and I believe so is Governor Kathy Hochul. It might be akin to a David vs Goliath battle, but like David, we are not deterred and are bracing for impact but prepared for a soft landing.

Chester McGibbon, Westbury

New York State’s Schools For The Disabled Urge Governor Hochul To Reinstate Funding

The 4201Schools Association, which represents 11 schools serving children who are blind, deaf, and severely physically disabled, announced that a letter was delivered to Governor Hochul requesting that $2 million be reinstated in her Executive Budget before the 30-day amendment deadline on March 1.

The Association’s 11 member schools, which are located in Erie, Monroe, Westchester, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties, support nearly 1,400 students across the state. All of the schools rely on the state’s investment in growth to meet the increasing needs of the student population served and to retain specially trained and qualified teachers, clinicians, and other staff.

“Our schools were extremely disappointed that Governor Hochul has proposed a massive funding increase to public

school districts while reducing our operational budget by $2 million. Our children deserve every opportunity available to students attending public schools. We’re urging the Governor to reconsider her proposal during the 30-day amendment period, and make our schools whole,” said Dr. Bernadette Kappen, chair of the 4201 Schools Association and executive director of The New York Institute for Special Education.

The 4201 Schools Association represents 11 schools located in Erie, Monroe, Westchester, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. The schools support nearly 1,400 students who are blind, deaf, and severely physically disabled from across New York State, and are nationally recognized for their expertise and achievement.

—Submitted by the 4201 Schools of New York State

EPA AWARDS GRANT TO CUNY JAMAICA FOR POLLUTION STUDY

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $21,410,211 in grant funding to 16 institutions for community-based research to examine how climate change may compound adverse environmental conditions and stressors for vulnerable populations in underserved communities. EPA Region 2 has three organizations slated to receive $4 million in grant funding from this total.

The environmental and health effects of climate change are far reaching. Some communities are more vulnerable because they already face greater exposure to pollutants and lack the resources to respond to and cope with environmental stressors. These communities may be more likely to suffer sustained or even permanent damage from the impacts of climate change, further worsening health disparities. Additionally, children, older adults, and people with disabilities or pre-existing health conditions may be more susceptible.

These grants will support research projects that will use community-based participatory research approaches that aim to empower the partnering underserved communities with science-based resilience-building solutions to protect their most vulnerable residents. The grants are provided as part of the EPA’s Cumulative Health Impacts at the Intersection of Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and Vulnerable Populations/Lifestages: Community-Based Research for Solutions funding opportunity. The following institution in New York is receiving an award:

City University of New York – York College, Jamaica, New York, Studying Air Pollution-Health-Climate Interactions for People of Color in Southeast Queens, NY: A CommunityBased Project

City University of New York is receiving an award $1,344,622 for Studying Air Pollution-Health-Climate

Interactions for People of Color in Southeast Queens, NY under a Community-Based Project.

CUNY works with underserved communities in Southeast Queens near multiple solid waste treatment and transport facilities. Employing community-participatory research to empower the communities with information that can be used to inform state/local decision makers and city planners for mitigative actions. Poor air quality, whether outdoors or indoors, can negatively affect the human respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Outdoor ground-level ozone and particle pollution can have a range of adverse effects on human health. Current levels of ground-level ozone have been estimated to be responsible for tens of thousands of hospital and emergency room visits, millions of cases of acute respiratory symptoms and school absences, and thousands of premature deaths each year in the United States.

—Submitted by The EPA

Leaving Has Consequences

JOSEPH SCOTCHIE

jscotchie@antonmediagroup.com

The year 2022 was not a good one for New York State. For decades, losing residents has been a problem in the Empire State. Last year was no different.

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), up to 300,000 people left New York state in 2022. The whys of people leaving continues to perplex local leaders. The old bugbears of real estate prices and where new jobs are now located are always mentioned, but there may be other factors.

All this is part of a nationwide trend, also in the works for several decades. In 2022, California, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, lost 350,000 residents, followed by Illinois (140,000), New Jersey (64,231), Massachusetts (57,292), and Pennsylvania (39,957).

The states that attracted the newest residents in 2022 were Florida (444,484) Texas (470,708), North Carolina (99,796), South Carolina (84,030), Tennessee (81,646), and Georgia (81,406).

Real estate prices, property taxes, jobs, traffic, crime, and the fiscal condition of Sun Belt states vs. those in the Northeast and the West Coast. What specifically are the differences?

Comparing Florida to New York, the average house in New York was constructed in 1957. In Florida, the median date is 1987. Up to 18 percent of all units in Florida sell for less than $100,000. In New York, that number is 5.3 percent. Real estate in the $100,000 to $199,000 price range is even in both states, 23 percent each. After that, the gap increases. Houses in the $200,000 to $299,000 range total 23 percent of all units

in Florida, but only 14 percent in New York. In the $300,000 to $399,000 range, the number is 17 percent for Florida, but only 13 percent for New York. The Empire State does do well in high-end housing. Real estate in the $400,000 to $499,000 range accounts for 13 percent of sales in New York, but only 8 percent in Florida. Homes in the $500,000 and higher range make up 32 percent of all sales in New York, but just 12 percent the Sunshine State.

New Yorkers know about property taxes. There is also the income tax. New Yorkers’ earnings are taxed at 8.82 percent. In New Jersey, the number is 10.75 percent. Florida, Texas, and Tennessee have no state income taxes.

Traffic congestion is also more severe in states losing population. According to a study by U.S. News and World Report, the most congested cities in the country with the worst commutes are Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and San Francisco. And then there is the ongoing crime problem.

By 2014, Florida had more residents than New York. That’s not all. Joey Politano, an economics writer with Apricitas Economics, has discovered that there are now more jobs in

Florida than in the Empire State.

Lack of income taxes hasn’t hurt such states as Florida, Texas, and Tennessee to increase gross income. Last year, Florida gained $23.7 billion in gross income, Texas $6.3 billion and Tennessee $2.6 billion. This allows for more expenditures for schools, roads, prisons, pay increases for state employees, plus room to reduce property taxes even further.

The population shifts have not yet amounted to a seismic change in American politics. The blue states still have more people than the reds. Such changes are possible. Since 1980, New York has lost eight congressional seats, while Florida has gained nine. In the last census, California, for the first time ever, lost a congressional seat. The exodus from blue states to red ones may, in time, peak and then level off. But if trends continue for the rest of the decade, Texas, after the 2030 census, could gain four congressional seats, Florida three, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Idaho, Arizona and Utah one each. The losers will continue to be California, New York, Illinois, and Michigan.

It’s not that New York hasn’t tried to stem the exodus. When he was governor, Andrew Cuomo proposed capping property tax increases at 2 percent for all counties outside New York City. That has worked insofar that neither Nassau nor Suffolk counties lost congressional seats in the last census.

The rest of the state has not been so fortunate. In 1950, New York stood at a zenith as the nation’s--and the world’s--leading political entity. It had 45 congressional seats. Today, New York sends 27 members to Congress. If Florida was a purple state, that might not matter. But if the Sunshine State stays red, that would have real political consequences. The red states, starting in the next decade, could elect presidents without any help from states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, not to mention coastal America.

TODAY, YOU CAN PUT A SMILE ON THE FACE OF A HUNGRY CHILD.

More than 67,000 children in Nassau and Su olk counties worry about where their next meal is coming from.

In 2022, we served more than 196,000 meals to children through our programs, but we must do better.

Kids Cafe, Pack It Up For Kids, Summer Food Service, and Aspara’Gus’ Breakfast Food Truck provide free and nutritious meals and snacks to children in need after school, on weekends and during the summer.

Lou Reed’s faith in New York

Native Plant Bank Looking For Gardening Items

Long Island Native Plant Initiative

(LINPI)is seeking the following items ahead of the spring planting season:

• Black spray paint (matte/flat/glossy, any kind)

• Wallpaper paint brush/ various paint brushes

• Dustpan and brush set

• Storage bins

• Electric pencil sharpener

• Refrigerator/walk in fridge/cooler

• Tall artist stool

• Sewing machine

• Seed cleaning screens/mesh

• Wood for frame making

• Stair tread

LINPI is located at The Sisters of St. Joseph, 1725 Brentwood Rd, Brentwood, NY. Use the entrance at Brentwood Rd and 5th Ave. Once on the property, bear left past the gymnasium at the stop sign. Proceed to the parking lot. Please park in the parking lot across from the playground and field. Walk across the field to the greenhouse. If you are handicapped, make a left turn onto the dirt road (past the playground), and turn left again at the painted RV and picnic tables. Any questions on directions, call (631)260-1513. Email info@linpi.org for more information.

The Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI) is an all-volunteer cooperative effort of over 30 non-profit organizations, governmental agencies, nursery professionals, and citizens.

The mission of this organization is to protect the genetic integrity and heritage of Long Island native plant populations and thus biodiversity from a landscape to genetic level, by establishing commercial sources of genetically appropriate local (ecotypic) plant materials for use in nursery, landscaping, and habitat restoration activities.

—Submitted by the Long Island Native Plant Initiative

My Irish Rose

In the corner of the pub, I stand and raise my glass and ask the folks to drink a toast to my Irish Lass the one I left behind - the one with the Irish smile the one I left behind - the one with the Irish eyes so raise your glass and drink a toast to my Irish lass cause hope and dreams of love and life they all go by so fast

She said oh Jimmy please don’t go - you know I love you so I kissed her lips and held her tight she was my Irish rose then packed my bags with hopes and dreams and off to old New York and left her waving on the pier my rose of County Cork I said someday I would return and marry you, my lass but days and weeks turned into months as years went by so fast

In the corner of the pub I stand and raise my glass and ask the folks to drink a toast to my Irish Lass the one I left behind - the one with the Irish smile the one I left behind - the one with the Irish eyes so raise your glass and drink a toast to my Irish lass cause hope and dreams of love and life they all go by so fast

I thought someday I would return with pockets full of gold but time has not been good to me I’m a penny short of poor it took me years to find my way back to County Cork to try and find my Irish lass but she had died the year before and on her stone the words they read - Jimmy boy I loved ya so I placed a flower on her grave - god bless my Irish Rose

—Submitted by Vincent J. Kelly

2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

MARCH 18

APRIL 1

APRIL 6

APRIL 7

APRIL 12

APR 15 Celebrating David Bowie featuring Peter Murphy, Adrian Belew, Scrote & more

MAY 10 Matt Fraser

MAY 11 Theo Von

MAY 12 Kool & The Gang with The Spinners and Average White Band

MAY 13 Chris Janson

MAY 14 The Temptations & The Four Tops

MAY 18 Cheap Trick

MAY 21 The Marshall Tucker Band

JUN 3 Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

APRIL 22

JUN 10 Happy Together Tour

JUN 23 Chicago

JUN 24 Les Claypool Fearless Flying Frog Brigade

JUN 25 Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood

JUL 18 Belinda Carlisle

JUL 22 Johnny Mathis

AUG 5 Air Supply

SEP 9 Lar Enterprises Presents: Oh What A Night of Rock & Roll

OCT 1 The Price is Right

DEC 12 An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katherine McPhee

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A native milkweed bloom.

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WORD FIND

HOROSCOPES By Holiday Mathis

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Holiday Mathis

This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have pleted the puzzle, there will be 15 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

Holiday Mathis

ARIES (March 21-April 19). What’s relaxing for you would be stressful for someone else. Doing the thing that soothes you shouldn’t be expensive on any level. If it costs you money or emotional labor, perhaps there’s another way? Get your self-soothing in this week, and don’t feel like you need to pay someone else for it. is is doable.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You will retell your life events, giving the picture a beautiful frame. Maybe the framing can’t make the art better, and maybe it can. It will de nitely help you focus better on what’s in front of you, see the beauty in it and understand how this glimpse is important to the whole room.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When people go through the motions and act right but the feeling isn’t there, you can tell. It bothers you. You want something genuine, and you should absolutely hold out for it because it will come to you. Keep the standard in mind as you go about your week. You will get what you seek and what you expect.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s all falling into place, each element dropping in a line before you, all within your reach, and there is nothing to worry about. A note: Intimacy is people being able to reciprocally share vulnerabilities with people who accept those weaknesses. If only the powerful parts are shared, it is impossible to be truly connected.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). e evolution of you is sometimes a natural progression and other times requires conscious thought and experimentation. is week, you’ll be choosing which way you want to grow. You can a ord to be daring. When it works out, you’ll sail. When it doesn’t, you’ll try the next thing and the next until you sail.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). People sometimes ask questions as a means of control. You’ll love the conversation partner who asks out of sheer curiosity. You’ll have splendid exchanges. Moments of delight are in order.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your kindness radiates and emboldens you to new heights of originality. You’ll fascinate, draw a crowd, sell to them and fund an enterprise you believe wholeheartedly in. How satisfying to know you’re making the kind of di erence the world really needs now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You know who you are, you accept your traits and learn to highlight them, or work around them. Every personality trait has within it the potential to be a worst or best quality and will be both, depending on when you look. ere is a mystery in every area of life. Impressive transformations will occur right before your eyes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Accept someone’s idea for you. Your ability to prioritize and categorize will help you get to a bigger prize. You are capable of successfully making commitments you have never made before. So don’t be scared o by a prospect because it’s new. Say yes and get the experience.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Ten years ago, you did things di erently because it was a di erent you. To take advantage of a brief window of opportunity, you’ll have to move before you are ready and act before you are sure. Change is inevitable and never stops. You know what you’re doing. It’s going to work. is is the part where you just have to believe.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You express yourself in exciting ways. Only you’ve been behaving like this for so long that the way you talk, walk, dress and emote just seems very ordinary to you. You’ll gather fans and admirers. Life brings opportunities to exert yourself and learn to grow to be the person you want to be.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You are creative, and a vast network of loved ones, friends and acquaintances will nd interesting ways to support you. You’ll come to appreciate yourself through the eyes of others. Money will be easier to come by. You’ll make a mag

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bid — declarer would have had clear sailing via a straight crossruff, losing two club tricks at the end.

As it was, the opening diamond lead made it impossible for South to ruff two hearts in dummy, so he had to seek an alternative route to 11 tricks. He won the first diamond in his hand and immediately led the jack of clubs, losing the finesse to East’s queen.

East recognized that if he returned a second diamond, he could prevent declarer from ruffing any hearts in dummy, but he was concerned with an even more imminent threat — dummy’s clubs. If declarer established that suit while the ace of spades remained as an entry to dummy, he could eventually discard his losing hearts on the good clubs.

Opening lead — two of diamonds.

This deal features picture-perfect defense by East-West, who collaborated beautifully to defeat a seemingly unassailable five-diamond contract.

North-South would have been much better off in three notrump, where nine top tricks were available, but they reached the diamond game as shown. West got the defense off to a good start by leading a trump. Had West instead led a spade — the suit his partner had

East therefore set his sights on dislodging dummy’s ace of spades before declarer could draw trump and establish the clubs. And to make sure that nothing went awry, East returned the spade king!

This proved to be just what the doctor ordered. No matter what declarer did from this point on, he could not avoid losing two more tricks, and he finished down one.

Note that if East had returned any card other than the king of spades at trick three, South would have had no trouble making the contract.

Tomorrow: Defusing a threat.

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU

DITECH FINANCIAL LLC

FKA GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, V. JOHN CASTAGNA, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 15, 2020, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DITECH FINANCIAL LLC FKA GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC is the Plaintiff and JOHN CASTAGNA, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE

STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on March 28, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 1 CENTER COURT, BETHPAGE, NY 11714: Section 46, Block 340, Lot 5: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS

THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 603996/2019. Fay Mattana, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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FARMINGDALE

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE FARMINGDALE

PUBLIC LIBRARY

BUDGET VOTE AND TRUSTEE ELECTION

APRIL 4, 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Special Meeting of the qualified voters of the Farmingdale Union Free School District of the Towns of Oyster Bay and Babylon, Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York, will be held

at the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale, New York (the “Library”) on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, for the purpose of voting upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the Farmingdale Public Library for the fiscal year 2023-2024 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District; and

2. To elect one (1) member to the Library Board of Trustees for a five (5) year term commencing July 1, 2023, and expiring on June 30, 2028, as a result of the expiration of the term presently held by Lorraine Stanton.

FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the Library Board of Trustees will hold a public information meeting for the purposes of discussion of the proposed 2023-2024 Library Budget on March 21, 2023 at 6:00pm, in the Library (address above). All residents of the Library District are invited to attend. A copy of the proposed Library Budget, together with the text of any resolution to be presented to the voters, may be obtained in the Library (address above) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. beginning March 14, 2023, except Sunday or holidays.

FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Library Trustee shall be filed in the Office of the Library Director, located within the Library (address above) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., not later than 5:00pm on Monday, March 6, 2023. Each candidate must be a qualified voter of the Library District, and must reside in the area served by the Library. Each petition shall be directed to the Library Director; must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District, must state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of the candidate.

FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law and has voted at an annual or special district meeting within the last four (4) calendar years, he or she is eligible to vote at this election. If a voter is registered and eligible to vote under Article 5 of the Election Law, he or she is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register.

FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the Board of Registration will meet for the purpose of conducting a registration of all qualified voters of the District pursuant

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to §2014 of the Education Law at the Library (address above) on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to the Register, anyone who is known or proven to the satisfaction of said Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such election for which the register is prepared shall have their name added to the register. The register of voters will be filed in the Office of the School District Clerk, Weldon E. Howitt Middle School, 50 Van Cott Avenue, Farmingdale, New York (the “Office of the School District Clerk”), where it will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on each of the five days prior to April 4, 2023, excluding Sundays and holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that applications for absentee ballots will be obtainable during school business hours in the Office of the School District Clerk beginning March 14, 2023. Completed applications must be received in the Office of the School District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the School District Clerk on each of the five days prior to the vote, except Sundays and holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that a qualified voter whose ability to appear personally at the polling place is substantially impaired by reasons of permanent illness or physical disability and whose registration record has been marked “permanently disabled” by the Board of Elections pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law shall be entitled to receive an absentee ballot without making separate applications therefore.

Copies of this notice and other election information are available in Spanish and English at www.farmingdalelibrary.org.

Dated: Farmingdale, New York

February 15, 2023

STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-QS7, V. ANTHONY LORENZO, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 3, 2018, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-QS7 is the Plaintiff and ANTHONY LORENZO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on March 29, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 8 LOIS LANE, SOUTH FARMINGDALE, NY 11735: Section 0048, Block 00533-00, Lot 00012: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT SOUTH FARMINGDALE, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 010511/2015. Melvyn Roth, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE NRZ PASS-THROUGH TRUST X, Plaintiff, vs. THOMAS DELL AQUILA A/K/A THOMAS DELL AQUILA, JR. A/K/A THOMAS DELLAQUILA A/K/A THOMAS DELLAQUILA JR., ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 11, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 4, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 46 Garfield Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Farmingdale, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 48, Block 131 and Lots 97-98. Approximate amount of judgment is $343,622.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 002001/2017. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff Firm File No. 191197-1

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NOTICE OF SALE

will cancel the foreclosure auction. ALEXANDER SKLAVOS Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #100160

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK -

COUNTY OF NASSAU

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE IN TRUST FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-W1, V. CHRISTOPHER GESLANI, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 23, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE IN TRUST FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-W1 is the Plaintiff and CHRISTOPHER GESLANI, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on April 4, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 3865 JEAN AVE, BETHPAGE, NY 11714: Section 46, Block 461, Lot 5: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT BETHPAGE, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

GARDEN STATE VENTURES, LLC, Plaintiff -against- FREDERICK BISCHOFF, RITA BISCHOFF, NICOLAS FURIA, et al

Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated January 12, 2023 and entered on January 13, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on April 11, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Farmingdale, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows:

BEGINNING at a point on the northerly side of Hampshire Drive, distant 373.53 feet westerly from the extreme westerly end of an arc connecting the northerly side of Hampshire Drive with the westerly side of Fieldcrest Lane; RUNNING THENCE North West, 80.72 feet; THENCE northerly along an arc bearing to the right having a radius of 20 feet, a distant of 25.82 feet; THENCE north East, 57.01 feet; THENCE south east, 106.63 feet; THENCE south west, 108.64 feet. Section: 49 Block: 284 Lot: 24

All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 63 HAMPSHIRE DRIVE, FARMINGDALE, NY Approximate amount of lien $486,357.28 plus interest & costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 603590/2020. BRIAN DAVIS, ESQ., Referee

McGovern & Amodio, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 2 William Street, Suite 306, White Plains, NY 10601 3-29-22-15-8-2023-4T#239365-NOB/FARM

By

Order of the BOARD OF

TRUSTEES

FARMINGDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Farmingdale, New York CHRISTA LUCARELLI, Director 3-29-15-1; 2-15-2023-4T#238780-NOB/FARM

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of NATUS PARATUS LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/16/22. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 32 Walnut Ave., South Farmingdale, NY, 11735. Purpose: any law-

SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. MORET LLC, Pltf. vs NEWBANK, et al, Defts. Index #608402/2018. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered November 18, 2022, I will sell at public auction on the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on April 5, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 48, Block 443, Lot 225. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Foreclosure auction will be held “Rain or Shine.” If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 002105/2010. Scott Guardino, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICHEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 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 MARCH 23, 2023, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:

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BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-112

FARMINGDALE

ROXANA SABUJO: (A)

Variance to allow existing 1.3 ft. 4.7 ft. front addition and front masonry porch having less average front yard setback (Orchard Street) than permitted Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 10 ft. 10.1 ft. shed having less side yard setback and exceeding maximum height than permitted Ordinance.

(C) Variance to allow existing front one story addition, rear deck and 10 ft. 10.1 ft. shed exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted Ordinance. (D)

Variance to allow existing 4 ft. high PVC fence exceeding maximum height within 30 ft. of intersection than permitted Ordinance. (E) Variance to allow existing 5 ft. high chain link fence and ft. high PVC fence exceeding maximum height across side/front yard (Orchard Street) than permitted Ordinance. (F)

Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 92-282 and granted Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated August 27, 1992.

SW/ cor. of Midwood Ave. Orchard St., a/k/a 87 Midwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-113

FARMINGDALE

KIMBERLY BARRA: (A)

Variance to construct 21.37 ft. 26 ft. detached garage exceeding maximum building coverage and height than permitted Ordinance. (B)

Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 22-68 and granted Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated March 24, 2022.

S/s/o Hazel Ave., 100 ft. E/o Main St., a/k/a Hazel Avenue, Farmingdale, NY MARCH 13, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPANY ALSO KNOWN ASM&T BANK SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK, FSB, Plaintiff, AGAINST DON FLORENCIO, if he be living and if he be dead, the respective heirs-at-law, nextof-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, or through said Defendant(s) who may be deceased, purchase, inheritance, lien or inheritance,

any right, title or interest in or to the real property described in the Complaint, JESSIECA FLORENCIO, et al. Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on December 6, 2019.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 12, 2023 at 2:00 PM premises known as 55 Clinton Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735.

Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Farmingdale, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 49, Block 119 and Lot 158.

Approximate amount of judgment $871,626.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #000449/2014. Charles J. Casolaro, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP - Attorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF NASSAU

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-HE2, Plaintiff AGAINST

Josephine Cotto a/k/a Josephine Imbrenda; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 9, 2018 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 13, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as Woodward Parkway, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being near Farmingdale, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 48 Block 251 Lots 26, 27 28. Approximate amount of judgment $491,359.60 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 003350/2016. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public

Auctions of Foreclosed Property established the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Matthew Zangwill, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro Barak, LLC

Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff

175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624

(877) 430-4792

Dated: February 7, 2023

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LEGAL NOTICE

FARMINGDALE UNION

FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Farmingdale, NY

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

DESCRIPTION:

FARMINGDALE HIGH SCHOOL WEIGHT ROOM PROJECT RE-BID

Sealed proposals will be received the Board of Education, Farmingdale Union Free School District, Towns of Oyster Bay and Babylon, Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York, at the Purchasing Office situated in the Administrative Offices Building entrance off of Grant Avenue within Weldon E. Howitt School, 50 Van Cott Avenue, Farmingdale, New York 11735 until 11:30 a.m. on March 24, 2023 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. If there is a school closing the day of the bid opening due to inclement weather or an emergency, the bid opening will be on the next business day the school is open, at the same time. All information for bidders may be obtained at the above-mentioned address on any school day from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Board of Education, Farmingdale Union Free School District, reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to reject any or all proposals, or to accept that proposal, or any part of that proposal, which in its judgment is for the best interests of the School District.

By Order: Board of Education

Farmingdale Union Free School District Farmingdale, New York 11735

Towns of Oyster Bay and Babylon Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York

Dated: March 15, 2023

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HICKSVILLE

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

NASSAU COUNTY U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A.

485B Route 1 South, Suite 330, Iselin, NJ 08830.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered October 24, 2017, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 4, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 11 Belfry Lane, Hicksville, NY 11801. Sec 45 Block 380 Lot 12. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $204,905.81 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 006143/2016. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.

During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee NY201900000478-1

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. ELAINE DELAROSA, ET AL., Defendant(s).

is $677,234.25 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 46422014. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Joan Agostino, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.193762-3

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LEGAL NOTICES

ing 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 MARCH 23, 2023, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:

BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF

APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-117

HICKSVILLE JOHN BOGDANOS: (A) Variance to allow existing front two story addition and front portico with platform having less average front yard setback than permitted Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 8.3 ft. 7.9 ft. shed having less side yard setback than permitted Ordinance.

Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern Eisenberg, P.C., Woodbridge Corporation Plaza,

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 20, 2018 and an Order to Appoint Substitute Referee duly entered on January 21, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 10, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 24 Fulton Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 12, Block 313 and Lot 9. Approximate amount of judgment

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, Plaintiff AGAINST BRENDAN BRUTON AKA BRENDAN J. BRUTON, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 16, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 11, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 30 Columbia Road, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 12, Block 435, Lot 1. Approximate amount of judgment $72,288.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609821/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 20-002478 75109

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S/s/o W. Nicholai St., 653.58 ft. E/o Morgan St., a/k/a 191 W. Nicholai Street, Hicksville, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-118

HICKSVILLE 43 WEST AVENUE LLC: Variance to allow existing detached garage exceeding maximum height than permitted Ordinance.

W/s/o West Ave., N/o Genesee St., a/k/a 43 West Avenue, Hicksville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-119

HICKSVILLE

KARANJIT PAUL: Variance to allow existing enclosed porch having less side yard setback, aggregate side yards and rear yard setback than permitted Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters.

W/s/o Division Ave., 452 ft.

N/o Thimble Ln., a/k/a 450 Division Avenue, Hicksville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-120

HICKSVILLE DESIGNATRONICS, INC.: Variance to allow existing open air shelter having less rear yard setback than permitted Ordinance.

N/s/o Duffy Ave., 2908.04 ft. W/o Newbridge Rd., a/k/a 250 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-121

HICKSVILLE KENNETH PESKOWITZ: Variance to construct vestibule and landing with steps to grade having less average front yard setback and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted Ordinance.

S/s/o Larch St., 40 ft. W/o Cliff Dr., a/k/a 38 Larch Street, Hicksville, NY MARCH 13, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 29, 2019 and an Order duly entered on February 2, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on April 18, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 118 Cherry Street, Hicksville, NY 11801 A/K/A 118 West Cherry Street, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 11, Block 287 and Lots 33 34. Approximate amount of judgment is $719,771.39 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 004077/2012. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Karen Grant, Esq., Referee Eckert Seamans Cherin Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff 4-5; 3-29-22-15-2023-4T#239531-NOB/HIX

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Notice of formation of J&M RESIDENCES LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 02/21/23. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to:

4 CRESCENT ST, HICKSVILLE, NY 11801.

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Notice of formation of Happy Nest Speech Therapy PLLC. Articles of Organi ation filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/6/23. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against PLLC to: 3683 Berne Rd., Wantagh, NY 11793. Purpose: any lawful act.

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Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zon-

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE SASCO 2007-MLN1, Plaintiff, vs. ASHOK KUMAR NATARAJ, ET AL.,

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TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2006-3, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3, V. LOUISE AGUIAR, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated March 5, 2020, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON

F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN

CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING

TRUST, SERIES 2006-3, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES

2006-3 is the Plaintiff and LOUISE AGUIAR, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on March 23, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 36 BOWLING LN, LEVITTOWN, NY 11756: Section 51, Block 163, Lot 15:

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE LYING AND BEING IN

THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 007486/2008.

George Esernio, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing.

*LOCATION OF SALE

SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

Index No. 606995/2022

SUPPLEMENTAL

SUMMONS

Plaintiffs Address:

360 Motor Parkway, Suite 200

Hauppauge NY 11788

Action To Foreclose Mortgage On Property Situated In NASSAU County Insource East Properties ,lnc., Plaintiffs

-againstDeborah Perricelli, Eugene Kenney, Jr., Lori Kenney

and Patrick Kenney, The Unknown Heirs of Madeline T. Kenney and All the Heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest and the creditors, assignees and successors in interest thereof of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff of Madeline T. Kenney, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance-Tax Compliance Division-C.O.ATC, United States of America Department of Treasury, and “JOHN DOE 1 to JOHN DOE 25”, said names being fictitious, the persons or parties intended being the persons, parties, corporations or entities, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the mortgaged premises described in the complaint, Defendants.

TO THE ABOVE DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty (20) days after the service of the Summons exclusive of the day of service or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. In case of your failure to appear, or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in this Complaint.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. David P. Sullivan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, entered Dec. 30, 222, and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on Jan. 22, 2010 in Liber 34536, mortgage page 693, covering premises k/a 107 Abbey Lane, Levittown, NY 11756 a/k/a Section 51, Block 239, Lot 27.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered, and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: Westbury, New York

November 30, 2022

Karen B. Migdal, Esq. Stein, Wiener & Roth, LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff

1400 Old Country Road, Suite 315 Westbury, NY 11590

(516)-742-1212

79080/BS1 (IFS)

#100130

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF NASSAU

Index No.608259/2022

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Plaintiffs Address:

300 Motor Parkway, Ste. 200B Happaugue, NY 11788

Action To Foreclose Mortgage On Property Situated In NASSAU County Safeguard Misty Realty Group, LLC„

Plaintiffs

-against-

All the heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest and the creditors, assignees and successors in interest thereof of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff of James Moody, The Unknown Heirs of James Moody a/k/a James J. Moody, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance-Tax Compliance Division-C.O.-ATC, United States of America Department of Treasury, Charles Moody as heir at law, next of kin of James Moody, Anne Tyler as heir at law, next of kin of James Moody, “JOHN DOE 1 to JOHN DOE 25”, said names being fictitious, the persons or parties intended being the persons, parties, corporations or entities, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the mortgaged premises described in the complaint, Defendants.

TO THE ABOVE DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty (20) days after the service of the Summons exclusive of the day of service or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. In case of your failure to appear, or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief

demanded in this Complaint.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. David P. Sullivan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, entered Dec. 30, 222, and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on Jan. 26, 2010 in Liber 34543, mortgage page 829, covering premises k/a 47 Gun Lane, Levittown, NY 11756 a/k/a Section 51, Block 97, Lot 21.

NOTICE

YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: Westbury, New York

November 30, 2022

Karen B. Migdal, Esq. Stein, Wiener & Roth, LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 315 Westbury, NY 11590 (516)-742-1212 79082/BS1 (IFS) #100131

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PROBATE CITATION SURROGATE’S COURT NASSAU COUNTY

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

By the Grace of God Free and Independent File No. 2022-3927

TO Marie Cornell, Carl Reichl, Susan Fischetti, Karen Reichl, Paul Reichl, Ellen Prisco, Marian Greene, Celia Jornet, Peter Reichl, Joseph Reichl, Diane Tesser, Andrea Lumer, Thomas Ferris , Michael Ferris, Carl Tonay, Julie Mooney, Phillip Reichl, Melanie Considine, Claire Reichl, Loren Danaher, Joseph Dzwilewski, Diane Dzwilewski, Lucille Chesney, Barbara Evert, Allan Dzwilewski, Peter Dzwilewski and any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry

be ascertained, distributees, heirs-at-law and next-of-kin of the said Louise Reichl, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named ec fic c e dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places f e e ce ffice addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained

A PETITION having been duly filed by Nassau County Public Administrator who is/are domiciled at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York 11501.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on April 26, 2023 at 9:30 o’clock in the fore noon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of Louise Reichl, lately domiciled at 53 Coppersmith Road, Levittown, New York 11756, United States admitting to probate a Will dated February 15, 2011 (and Codicil(s), if any, dated _____) a copy of which is attached, as the Will of Louise Reichl, deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that

Letters Testamentary issue to _____________________

Letters of Trusteeship issue to __________________ [X] Letters of Administration c.t.a issue to Public Administrator of Nassau County

Further relief sought (if any)

HON. MARGARET C. REILLY, Surrogate Dated, Attested and Sealed, __s/____________________

February 15, 2023

Seal DEBRA S. KELLER

LEIMBACH, ESQ., Chief Clerk Richard T. Kerins, Print Name of Attorney Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC

Firm

516-538-1111

Phone No. 254 Nassau Blvd South, Garden City South, New York 11530

Address rkerins@mmkolaw.com

Email NOTE: This Citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not obliged to appear in person. If you fail to appear, it will be assumed that you consent to the proceedings, unless you file written verified objections thereto. You have a right to have an attorney-atlaw appear for you.

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Notice of formation of Afterward Honesty Yoga LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/28/2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served

and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 3956 Eve Dr Seaford NY 11783. Purpose: Any lawful act.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Plaintiff, vs. BYRON ROSALES, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 13, 2019 and a Short Form Order duly entered on January 10, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on April 5, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 11 Bayberry Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 51, Block 237 and Lot 33. Approximate amount of judgment is $556,396.97 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 605335/2017. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Janine Lynam, Esq., Referee Pincus Law Group, PLLC, 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, New York 11556, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF THE CHALET SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. PATRICK HAYES, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 14, 2017, and an Order Appointing Successor Referee and Amend Case Caption duly entered on July 29, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 11, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 44 Flamingo Road, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with

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the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, near Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 249 and Lot 4. Approximate amount of judgment is $389,755.72 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 009465/2013. This foreclosure sale will be held on the North Side Steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Brian Davis, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 191895-4 3-29-22-15-8-2023-4T#239493-NOB/LEV

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NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN:

That on April 03, 2023, a sale will be held at Levittown Ford located: 908 S Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801 to sell the following articles to enforce a lien against such articles for labor, services, skill, or material expended upon a storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated person, unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice.

Stephen P Coulaz 2017 Ford Fusion VIN #3FA6P0T97HR371545$6,821.04

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INVITATION TO BID LEVITTOWN FIRE DISTRICT

LEVITTOWN N.Y.

Notice is hereby given that sealed proposals for the purchase of Honeywell Pro Leather Firefighting Boots, Model BT5007 will be received by the Board of Fire Commissioners, of the Levittown Fire District, at Fire District Headquarters located at 120 Gardiners Ave. Levittown N.Y. until 11:00 A.M. prevailing time on Friday March 24, 2023, at which time and place they shall be publicly opened and read. Information for bidders, general specifications and conditions may be procured from the dispatcher on duty at Fire Headquarters 120 Gardiners Ave. Levittown N.Y. beginning at 10:00 A.M. on Friday March 10, 2023. The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Levittown Fire District reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities therein and to accept the bid, which in its opinion, is in the best interest of the Fire District.

Dated: March 10, 2023

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By Order of the Board of Fire Commissioners

Levittown Fire District

Thomas Brennan

Fire District Secretary

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MASSAPEQUA

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of KimMarie Styles LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/14/2022. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to Salon Culture Suites, 3001 Merrick Road Suite 106, antagh, New York, 11710. Purpose: any lawful act.

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NOTICE OF SALE

S PREME CO RTCO NTY OF NASSA AJM CAPITAL II, LLC, Plaintiff -against- DA ID SMITH, CAROLANNE SMITH, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated November 21, 2022 and entered on November 22, 2022,

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on March 28, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. premises

situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Section 53 Block 22 Lot 16 on the Nassau County land and tax map as it presently exists.

All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.

Said premises known as CLOCK BO LE ARD, ACANT LOT, MASSAPE A, NY

Approximate amount of lien

47,978.80 plus interest costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 601320/2020.

GEORGIA PAPA IS, ES .,

Referee Braunstein Turkish LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

7600 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 402, oodbury, NY 11797

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of RUI ENTERPRISES, LLC.

Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 02/10/23. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may

be served. SSNY shall mail process to principal office location at 45 Garfield Pl, Massapequa, NY 11758. Purpose: any lawful activity.

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LEGAL NOTICE

S PREME CO RT OF THE STATE OF NE YORKCO NTY OF NASSA ILMINGTON SA -

INGS F ND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TR ST, NOT INDI ID -

ALLY B T AS TR STEE FOR PRETI M MORT-

GAGE AC ISITION TR ST, V.

MELISSA DUFAUCHARD

A/K/A MELISSA L. DU -

FAUCHARD A/K/A MELISSA GREEN, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GI EN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated December 7, 2022, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein ILM-

INGTON SAVINGS FUND

SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A

CHRISTIANA TR ST, NOT

INDI ID ALLY B T AS TR STEE FOR PRETI M

MORTGAGE AC ISI-

TION TR ST is the Plaintiff and MELISSA DUFAUCHARD A/K/A MELISSA

L. DUFAUCHARD A/K/A

MELISSA GREEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSA CO NTY S PREME CO RT, NORTH SIDE

STEPS, 100 S PREME CO RT DRI E, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on March 29, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 8 AMBER DR, MASSAPE A, NY 11758: Section 53, Block 212, Lot 0013: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT MASSAPEQUA PARK, IN THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 601592/2018. John G. Kennedy, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschut , Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, estbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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CO NTY OF NASSA

CITIMORTGAGE, INC.,

Plaintiff - against - MYLKA

BELIAS A/K/A MYLKA

ASHINGTON, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on February 10, 2020. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine on the 6th day of April, 2023 at 3:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being near Amityville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Premises known as 71 East Cedar Street, Massapequa, (Town of Oyster Bay) NY 11758.

(Section: 53, Block: 026, Lot: 173, 174, 175 and 176) Approximate amount of lien 270,444.86 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 607134/2018.

Donal M. Mahoney, Esq., Referee.

Davidson Fink LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218

For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

Dated: January 12, 2023

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICHEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 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 MARCH 23, 2023, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BYORDER OFTHE

ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-106

MASSAPEQUA

JAMES TEATOM: (A)

Variance to allow existing two story rear deck with steps to grade having less rear yard setback, exceeding maximum building coverage and gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 8.4 ft. by 9.9 ft. shed having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 03-23 and granted by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated January 23, 2003.

/s/o . Bayview Ave., 258,98 ft. S/o Cabot Rd. ., a/k/a 302 . Bayview Avenue, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-107

MASSAPEQUA

CARLOS A. HERNANDEZ ESCALANTE: (A)

Variance to allow existing rear enclosed porch having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) ariance to allow existing 6 ft. high P C fence exceeding maximum height across front yard than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Variance to allow existing two (2) front doors in a one-family dwelling. (D) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 66-617 and granted by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated October 7, 1966.

S / cor. of Lincoln Pl. Seaford Ave., a/k/a 26 Lincoln Place, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-108

MASSAPEQUA

LOUIS DORIA: (A) Variance to allow existing 7.75 ft. by 10.5 ft. shed having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing widened driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 92-315 and granted by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated September 9, 1992.

S/s/o Hamilton Ave., 120 ft. /o Lee Pl., a/k/a 218 Hamilton Avenue, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-109

MASSAPEQUA

THOMAS LABRUZZI:

(A) Variance to allow existing 7.95 ft. 10.25 ft. shed having less side/front yard setback (Seaford Avenue) than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing pool waterfall having less side/front yard setback (Seaford Avenue) than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Variance to allow existing driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

(D) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 21166 and granted by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated April 22, 2021. SE/ cor. of Chestnut St. Seaford Ave., a/k/a 14 Chestnut Street, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-110

MASSAPEQUA

MICHAEL BUSBY: (A) ariance to construct side platform with steps to grade

having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

(B) ariance to construct first oor additions and side platform with steps grade having less aggregate side yards than permitted by Ordinance. (C) ariance to construct first oor additions, covered rear patio and allow existing front roof over exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. (D) ariance to construct first oor additions, covered rear patio and side platform with steps to grade exceeding maximum gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance.

(E) Variance to allow existing shed having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (F) Variance to allow existing swimming pool water feature having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (G) Variance to allow existing driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. E/s/o Harrison Ave., 100 ft. S/o Berkeley Pl., a/k/a 375 Harrison Avenue, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-111

NORTH MASSAPEQUA

CHRISTINA SZALYGA:

(A) Variance to allow existing in-ground swimming pool having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

(B) Variance to allow existing barbeque island having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

/s/o N. Bay Ave., 60 ft. N/o N. Hickory St., a/k/a 899 N. Bay Avenue, North Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 22-440

MASSAPEQUA

DEBRA BURKE: (A) Variance to allow existing front porch exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. (B) ariance to allow existing 6 ft. high fence exceeding maximum height across front yard than permitted by Ordinance.

(C) Variance to allow existing pool filter and pool heater having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

(D) Variance to allow existing air conditioning unit having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

N/s/o Polo Rd., 211.43 ft. E/o Surrey Rd., a/k/a 11 Polo Road, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-34

MASSAPEQUA

EILEEN AIVALIOTIS:

(A) ariance for the reduction of off-street parking spaces. Reduction of spaces to 1 when 2 parking spaces are required. (B) Variance to allow existing 9.9 ft. by 8.2 ft. shed having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

(C) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 6089 and granted by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated April 21, 1960.

N/s/o Harrison Pl., 200 ft. /o Forest Ave., a/k/a 51 Harrison Place, Massapequa, NY

MARCH 13, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY,

NEW YORK

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

S PREME CO RT CO NTY OF NASSA , ILMINGTON TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, B T SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MFRA

TR ST 2015-1, Plaintiff, vs. DA N TORREY A/K/A DA N MARIE TORREY

A/K/A DA N RI ERS

A/K/A DA N M. RI ERS, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 6, 2023, I, the undersigned

Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 18, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 50 Prentice Road, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, near Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 46, Block 448 and Lot 38. Approximate amount of judgment is 546,936.29 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #601847/2020. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. CO ID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Michael enditto, Esq., Referee Friedman artolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 182363-1

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near Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 172 and Lot 37. Approximate amount of judgment is 312,424.37 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 007699/2016. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. CO ID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Jane P. Shrenkel, Esq., Referee Friedman artolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 190503-1 4-5 3-29-22-15-2023-4T#239530-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE S PREME CO RTCO NTY OF NASSA ILMINGTON TR ST, NA, S CCESSOR TR STEE TO CITIBANK NA, AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TR ST 2006-HE4, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-HE4, Plaintiff, AGAINST HENRY ROBERT JAC ES, JOSEPH JAC ES, et al. Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on December 15, 2017.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 17, 2023 at 2:00 PM premises known as 1 Emily St., Massapequa, NY 11758.

LEGAL

NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

S PREME CO RT CO NTY OF NASSA , .S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TR STEE OF THE CHALET SERIES III TR ST, Plaintiff, vs. JEANMARIE DASH, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 19, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 18, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 39 Mockingbird Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Levittown,

Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Amityville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 53, Block A-3 and Lot 7.

Approximate amount of judgment 612,488.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #013480/2010.

Richard Langone, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 4-5 3-29-22-15-2023-4T#239537-NOB/MASS

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LEGAL NOTICE

REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

ELM CAPITAL LLC, Plaintiff - against - CAROL GORDON, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on January 24, 2023.

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 17th day of April, 2023 at 4:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being, and identified on the land and tax map of the County of Nassau in the State of New York.

Premises known as 399 Clocks Blvd., Massapequa, NY.

(Section: 66, Block: 124, Lot: 61)

Approximate amount of lien $3,559.99 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 605736/2021. Edward Andreas Vincent, Esq., Referee.

Joseph Ehrenreich, Esq. Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

366 North Broadway, Suite 410 Jericho, NY 11753

Tel. 516-942-4215

Dated: February 14, 2023

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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LEGAL NOTICE PLAINEDGE UNION FREE

SCHOOL DISTRICT

Edward A. Salina, Jr., Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

Justine Stringer

Purchasing Agent

241 Wyngate Drive N. Massapequa, New York 11758

(516) 992-7458

(516) 992-7447

The Plainedge Union Free School District, N. Massapequa, New York (hereinafter the “School District”), in accordance with Section 103 of Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law, hereby invites the submission of sealed bids from reputable and qual -

ified bidders for the provision of materials and services for the following bid:

BID# 22-005 PURCHASE OF BOOK VENDING MACHINES

APRIL 4, 2023 at 2:00 P.M.

Bids will be received until the above stated hour of prevailing time and date at the School District Purchasing Office, 241 yngate Drive, N. Massapequa, New York, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the same office, beginning on March 15, 2023, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. excluding holidays.

Bids must be presented on the standard bid form in the manner designated therein and as required the Specifications. All bids must be enclosed in sealed envelopes which are clearly marked on the outside: Bid For: “Bid #22-005 --Plainedge Union Free School District –Purchase of Book Vending Machines.” All bidders must complete the bid forms. No bids will be considered which have not been received the deadline set forth on the Invitation to Bid. The School District is not responsible for delays occasioned any delivery service, the internal mail delivery system of the School District or any other means of delivery employed by the Bidder. No phone, fax or email bids will be accepted. Bids shall remain firm for a period of forty-five (45) days following the date of the bid opening.

The Board of Education reserves the right to waive any informalities in or to reject any or all bids, or to accept that bid which, in the Board of Education’s judgment, is in the best interest of the School District.

The Board of Education reserves the right to consider experience, service and reputation in connection with the services to be rendered. In addition, the Board of Education reserves the right to consider the financial responsibility and specific qualifications as set forth in the bid specifications, of the prospective bidder in its evaluation of the bids and award of the contracts.

Dated: March 15, 2023

BOARD OF EDUCATION

PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

By: Maureen Ryan District Clerk

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PLAINVIEW LEGAL

25, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 3, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 80 Elmwood Street, Plainview, NY 11803. 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: 009, LOT: 60. Approximate amount of judgment $820,452.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #016036/2009. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ Admin/oca.shtml and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Eugene Gamache, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert eiss eisman Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01032191-F00 75069

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICHEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 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 MARCH 23, 2023, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-122

PLAINVIEW

SUNDEEP BHALLA: Variance to allow existing driveway having less side yard setback than permitted Ordinance.

E/s/o Lincoln Rd. ., 719.03 ft. S/o Lincoln Rd. N., a/k/a 61 Lincoln Rd. ., Plainview, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-123

PLAINVIEW

LINDSAY QUINTO: Variance to construct cantilevered second oor addition, deck platform with steps to grade with patio under and allow existing deck exceeding maximum building coverage and gross oor area than permit-

ted Ordinance. N/s/o Beaumont Dr., 2536.7 ft. E/o Pal St., a/k/a 79 Beaumont Drive, Plainview, NY APPEAL NO. 23-124

PLAINVIEW

SHNEUR NATHAN: (A)

Variance to construct rear addition having less rear yard setback than permitted Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (B) Variance to construct rear addition, front roof over and allow existing rear deck with steps to grade exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted Ordinance. (C) Variance to construct rear addition, second oor addition and allow existing rear deck with steps to grade exceeding maximum gross oor area than permitted Ordinance. N/s/o Northern Pkwy., /o ood Ln., a/k/a 116 Northern Parkway, Plainview, NY MARCH 13, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

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PLAINVIEW/ OLD BETHPAGE

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of CCZ CONSULTING, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organi ation filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/07/2022. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 48 Jamaica Avenue, Plainview, NY 11803. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

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VALLEY STREAM

LEGAL NOTICE

AMENDED NOTICE OF SALE OF COOPERATIVE APARTMENT

SECURITY BY VIRTUE OF A DEFAULT

In a Loan Security Agreement dated February 22, 2013 executed by Richard J. Chery, debtor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and then to State of New York Mortgage Agency, secured party via assignment, will cause a public sale of the security consisting of 182 shares of stock plus Parking Space and/or Garage, if applicable, of Valley Park Estates Owners Corp. all right title and interest in and to a Proprietary Lease between said Corporation and debtor for Apartment 3 in the building known as 1004 ROTTKAMP STREET, VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580 together with all fixtures and articles of personal

property now or hereafter affixed to or used in connection with said apartment on March 17, 2023 at 9:00am. on the North Facing Front Steps of the Nassau County Courthouse, 262 Old Country Road, Mineola NY 11501, in satisfaction of an indebtedness. Apartment is sold “AS IS” AND POSSESSION TO BE OBTAINED BY THE PURCHASER. Said sale is subject to: payment of all sums due, if any, to Valley Park Estates Owners Corp. and the consent if necessary, of said corporation any existing tenancy; payment of all expenses and fees of the secured party with respect thereto; terms of sale and auc -

tioneers fees ip tax State, City and County transfer tax. The secured party reserves the right to bid. Terms: an official bank or certified check made payable to Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC., for ten (10%) percent of the price bid. No cash accepted. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC. 900 MERCHANTS CONCOURSE ESTB RY, NE YORK 11590 (516) 280-7675 3-15-8-1; 2-22-2023-3T#238804-NOB/ S

WANTAGH

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of 24/7POOLSTORE.COM

L.L.C. Articles of Organiation filed with Secretary of State of New York on 09/24/2022.

Office: Nassau County: SSNY designated agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 23 Rosewood Ln. , antagh, NY 11793 Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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Hockey Showdown Raises Money For Local Family

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Recently, two local hockey clubs took to the ice to raise money for a Long Island family. The face-off was between the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office and the Long Island Warriors Veterans Hockey teams, and took place in Bethpage at the Town of Oyster Bay Skating Center.

All proceeds were to benefit the Drenckhahn family. Steve Drenckhahn is a USAF veteran and a retired police officer from Floral Park, NY Police Department. In 2016, Steve was involved in a motor vehicle collision when his police vehicle was rear-ended by a drunk driver. Steve sustained injuries to his back and neck and had to undergo multiple surgeries. In 2019, he was subsequently retired from the Floral Park Police Department due to his injuries. Steve and his wife Joanne have two boys; Logan, age 5, and Gavin, age 3. Joanne has been an emergency room nurse since 2004.

In August 2022, Joanne became ill and

checked into her place of employment as a patient, NYU Long Island (Winthrop). while at NYU Long Island, she was diagnosed with viral myocarditis, and her condition continued to deteriorate rapidly. She underwent multiple surgeries to assist her body in fighting this virus. The surgeries were unsuccessful and did not recover her heart function as they hoped. Ultimately, she required a heart transplant to save her life. The transplant was a success. However, she sustained side effects from the lifesaving medications she was placed on, causing a complication requiring her to have partial amputations to both of her hands and feet.

There is still a long road of recovery ahead for the Drenchkhahn family, but the community was happy to help out a family who has dealt with so much, and raise spirits by bringing everyone together for an exciting game of hockey. Joanne Drenchkhahn got to drop the puck and formally begin the game.

The teams were excited to spar off once more, reviving an old rivalry and settling the score once again. The Warriors have previously bested the Sheriff’s Office, and the latter were eager to get a second chance at redemption. Both teams were honored to

play for a couple whose service to the community went above and beyond. Even Sheriff Errol Toulon, with over 30 years of criminal justice experience under his belt, took to the ice to participate in the showdown. In the end, the Sheriff’s Office championed over the Warriors with a final score of 5-2.

Event organizers expected to raise around $10,000 during the event and proceeding dinner and raffle at the American Legion Post 1066 in Massapequa.

–Additional information provided by Help A Hero press release

The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office team waits for the game to begin. (Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

Members of the community gather in the stands to watch the game.

(Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

Help A Hero Showdown proceeds were to benefit the Drenckhahn family. (Photo courtesy of Help A Hero promotional flyer)