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Town Unites To Help Nonverbal Communicators Thrive LAUREN FELDMAN

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t can be easy for us to take verbal communication for granted. While a child rolling around on the floor screaming “NO!” when you take away the iPad maybe is not the most welcome audio, we might forget that there are children who are unable to communicate their needs in this way — to adults or one another. Children who struggle with verbal communication — or do not communicate verbally at all — often experience social challenges with their peers. It can be difficult to find a way to understand one another, and may even encourage verbal children not to bother communicating with their nonverbal counterparts. Thankfully, many towns are making the effort to bridge this gap.

As part of the Town of Oyster Bay’s commitment to promoting inclusivity, Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board are partnering with Rocco’s Voice for Autism to unveil inclusive play communication boards in various town parks. These communication boards are designed to empower children with autism in their play experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and community while also helping children with autism develop their communication and social interaction skills.

The communication boards feature symbols and images that facilitate non-verbal communication, enabling children with autism to express themselves more easily.

This initiative aligns with Rocco’s Voice for Autism’s commitment to advocating for accessible and inclusive spaces for individuals with autism.

“Rocco’s Voice for Autism is a truly inspiring organization working to ensure every child feels welcomed and included,” Supervisor Saladino said. “The Town Board and I share this mission, which is why we’re working to install play communication boards in our town parks. Communication boards create a universal language for all children to play together — regardless of ability — and we welcome this opportunity to foster an understanding and compassionate environment.”

Boards are being installed at the following Town facilities thanks to the generosity

Members of Woodland Elementary School in Hicksville surround the newly installed Communication Board. (Photo courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools)

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of the Warner Fund: Burns Park - Massapequa Allen Park - Farmingdale Marjorie Post Park - Massapequa Syosset Woodbury Park - Syosset TOBAY Spray Park - TOBAY Beach TOBAY Marina - TOBAY Beach Plainview Old Bethpage Park - Plainview Theodore Roosevelt Park - Oyster Bay Florence Avenue Beach - Massapequa Haypath Park - Plainview Borella Field - Bethpage Tappen Beach - Glen Head Plainedge Park - Massapequa Field of Dreams - Massapequa “We are excited about the positive impact these communication boards will

Rocco’s Voice For Autism has partnered with the Town of Oyster Bay to provide communication boards in local parks.

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have on the lives of children with autism in our community,” said Councilman Steve Labriola. “This partnership exemplifies our dedication to creating an inclusive environment where every child can thrive, and we thank Rocco’s Voice for Autism for their continued dedication to this important cause.”

Councilman Lou Imbroto excitedly announced the project on his Facebook page. “Check out our new play communication boards, designed to empower children with autism at playgrounds throughout the Town of Oyster Bay,” he wrote. “Together with Rocco’s Voice, we’re working to ensure every child feels welcomed and included.”

Councilwoman Laura Maier is also excited for the additions to Town Parks. “Play communication boards are on their way to playgrounds throughout the Town of Oyster Bay. These communication boards are designed to empower children with autism in their play experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and community while also helping children with autism develop their communication and social interaction skills. Thanks to Rocco’s Voice for partnering with us to make this a reality.”

Some local schools are joining in on efforts to engage nonverbal children.

Hicksville’s own Woodland Elementary School recently installed a board on their playground. They hope this outdoor communication tool enables students to express their wants and needs and aids in integrating all students into the general education population.

The development of this board was a collaborative effort between administration, staff, and parents to benefit students in the school’s 6:1:2 program. The 6:1:2 program fosters the development of independence in social, emotional, behavioral, academic and vocational skills to address each student’s unique needs.

The funds raised for this project were the result of The Wake-Up Woodland Breakfast Cart run by students on Fridays during the 2022-2023 school year. The students ran the cart with the prompting and support from teachers and staff to raise the $500 needed to cover the cost of the Communication Board. An additional benefit of The WakeUp Woodland Breakfast Cart was that it provided students with a unique platform for social interaction with members of the school community.

—Original press releases provided by the Town of Oyster Bay, and Hicksville Public Schools

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NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS Winter 2024 Toddler Arts & Crafts Program Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Michele Johnson announced that the popular Toddler Arts & Crafts Program will be offered again this winter, beginning on January 30th. This 6-week program offers classes at the Town’s Ice Skating Center Community Room in Bethpage and at the Hicksville Athletic Center, and is open to children ages 2 through 4.

“The Town’s Toddler Arts & Crafts Program is a wonderful way to help support your toddler’s development through nurturing their artistic expression,” said Councilwoman Johnson. “Classes will certainly fill up quickly as this program offers children an opportunity to meet others their age and explore their creativity.

Wednesdays at 10:00 am for two-yearHighlights of the program include holiday olds, and 11:00 am for three-and-four-yearcrafts and ceramics.” olds at the Ice Skating The Toddler Arts Center Community & Crafts Program Room in Bethpage; and begins January 30th Thursdays at 10:00 and is 6 weeks in am for two-year-olds, duration. Residents and 11:00 am for threewho sign their todand-four-year-olds at dler up for the prothe Ice Skating Center gram must choose Community Room in one class per week, Bethpage. per child. Classes (Image courtesy of Arts and Crafts Registration will take will take place on: promotional material) place ONLINE through Tuesdays at 10:00 the Parks Portal available at oysterbaytown. am for two-year-olds, and 11:00 am for com/portal beginning on January 8th at three-and-four-year-olds at the Hicksville 9:00 am. Space is limited- first come, first Athletic Center in Hicksville;

served. Registration will close when the program reaches full capacity.

Each class is approximately 45 minutes.

The cost of the program is $35 per child who is a Town resident, and $45 per child whose caregiver is a Town resident but not the child. The child’s birth certificate and a tax or utility bill will be required to validate age and proof of residency. A guardian must be present during the class. A smock and supplies will be provided with enrollment.

The Toddler Arts & Crafts Program is run by the Town’s Parks Department, Recreation Division. For further information, please call (516) 797-7945.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Plainview Water District Collects 400 Pounds Of Medications The Plainview Water District (PWD), in partnership with the Nassau County Police Department, successfully hosted its sixth annual Pharmaceutical Take Back Day and collected over 400 pounds of unwanted or expired medications. These medications will now be disposed of properly in order to prevent them from making it into the community’s sole-source aquifer for drinking water. This District has now collected and properly disposed of more than 1,800 pounds of medications since it began this annual event six years ago.

“For the past six years, the Plainview Water District has held Pharmaceutical Take Back Day as part of its continued initiative to protect our sole-source aquifer and prevent the improper disposal of medications,” said PWD Commissioner Marc Laykind.

“The District extends its thanks to the POB community for their participation and commitment which has been instrumental in contributing to the event’s success year after year. We look forward to further col-

(L-R) Nassau County Police Officer Daniel Capellan, PWD Commissioner Andrew Bader, PWD Commissioner Marc Laykind and PWD Commissioner Michael Chad.

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laboration with POB residents and service to the community in the future.”

When someone improperly disposes of prescription and over-the-counter medicines, such as flushing them down the toilet

or throwing them away in the garbage, there is a likelihood that the medications’ contents will ultimately make their way into the community waterways and water supply. If there is an elevated presence of toxins from pharmaceuticals in the groundwater, the District will have no choice but to invest in expensive treatment systems so the contaminants can be removed before they reach customers’ homes.

“Our annual Pharmaceutical Takeback Day continues to provide a useful service to our residents and allows them to play an important role in protecting our community drinking water source,” said PWD Commissioner Andrew Bader. “The entire team at the Plainview Water District is incredibly grateful for the continued support and involvement of the community, as this event wouldn’t be possible without them.

We are excited to continue to hold this event for many years to come and to watch its success continue to grow with both current and future members of the POB

community.”

“As a longtime member of the Plainview-Old Bethpage community, this was an incredible experience to see how many of our community members participate in Pharmaceutical Take Back Day,” said PWD Commissioner Michael Chad. “The level of dedication shown by the District to make this event happen and to the residents that participated is truly remarkable and will without a doubt help our efforts to preserve Plainview. Thank you to all who took the time to join us and participate!”

For additional information about the Plainview Water District, please call (516) 931-6469 or visit the Plainview Water District website at www.plainviewwater. org. Residents can also sign up to receive information by submitting their email address through the District’s homepage or following them on Facebook in order to stay up-to-date with District activities and initiatives.

—Submitted by the Plainview Water District

Women’s Club Of Farmingdale Nite @ Races Fundraiser Recently, the Women’s Club of Farmingdale (WCF) held a “Nite @ Races” fundraiser at St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Activity Center.

Ways & Means Committee, chaired by Margaret Barrett, organized a very successful night with approximately 80 members and guests placing $2 bets on six horses.

Volunteers offered to “ride” the horses to the finish line. Thanks to Sal Ciuffo and a Knights of Columbus friend for calling the races and to Bill Barrett and Steve Thieke for calculating the odds.

Tables were beautifully decorated and the price of admission included snacks, wine, beer, coffee/tea and desserts. There were raffles for two tables of beautifully decorated baskets, grand prizes and 50/50.

This main fundraiser was designed to raise awareness and donations for our club’s mission statement…philanthropy, education, community. The event raised

approximately $4,500 and these monies will be distributed as awards to Farmingdale High School seniors continuing their education after graduation, as well as donations to local charities and local community projects.

Special thanks to Ways & Means Chair Margaret Barrett and committee members: Angie Dunlop, Vicki Impollonia, Maria Ortolani, Cheryl Parisi, Lorraine Stanton, Val Thieke and Judith Vazquez for all their hard work.

The Women’s Club of Farmingdale, a local philanthropic organization, is always interested in welcoming new members. For more information, please email: lodaromanelli@gmail.com. #IAMGFWC —Submitted by Maria Ortolani, WCF Publicity Chair Guests enjoying the races.

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Massapequa Students Explore Wealth Of Career Options More than 800 students from Massapequa High School, the Ames Campus and Berner Middle School attended the 14th annual Career Fair, hosted by the department of Career and Technical Education.

The event, held in the high school’s upper gymnasium, featured 45 vendors including BOCES, local businesses, police agencies, medical facilities, colleges and trade schools. Teachers from the district’s CTE programs also shared information about courses in business, culinary arts,

engineering and more.

Students were invited down to the two-hour fair to speak with experts in a vast array of professions. Denise DeLury, Massapequa’s school-to-career coordinator, said it was an opportunity for students to learn about a typical day on the job, as well as the required education to work in a specific field. This knowledge, she said, can help students with their post-high school choices and also benefit underclassmen in choosing what courses to take while still in

high school.

“We want to expose our students to different career options, allow them to talk to the people that are in the field and get information to make their future decisions,” Ms. DeLury said.

Superintendent Dr. William Brennan said he was extremely pleased with the turnout and it was great to see students engaged in conversations with the vendors and forging valuable connections.

“I was thrilled to see such high levels of

student interest at our annual career fair,” Dr. Brennan said. “As superintendent, I am committed to further building upon this important ecosystem and ignite that spark for students. The first step is to create the connections, where our student curiosity meets expertise. This event served as a launchpad of endless opportunities such as site visitations, internships and further career exploration opportunities.”

—Submitted by the Massapequa School District

Students got to learn about different vocational programs offered through BOCES, Business education teacher Adrienne Scamardella and Superintendent Dr. William Brennan greeted students at the Massapequa High School career fair. (Contributed photos) including cosmetology at Barry Tech.

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Levittown Honors Its Exceptional Students Several exceptional students from Division Avenue and General Douglas MacArthur high schools received special recognition at a recent Levittown Board of Education meeting.

Exemplary athletic and academic accomplishments were highlighted as students shook hands and received congratulatory remarks from trustees. Recognized students include All-County athletes in soccer, track

and volleyball, as well as semifinalists and Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Additionally, Ceyda Nazli, a Division senior who received a perfect score on her AP English exam, and students who received National Recognition awards from the College Board, were applauded and recognized. Each student received a certificate from the board.

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Academic and athletic accomplishments were applauded during the Levittown Public Schools Board of Education meeting. (Contributed photo)

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Sanitation and recycling collection modified for MLK holiday Oyster Bay Town Councilman Lou Imbroto reminds residents that Town sanitation and S.O.R.T. Recycling collection schedules will be modified for the Monday, January 15th observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. “There will be no sanitation or recycling collection on Monday, January 15th for residents who normally receive Town service,” Councilman Imbroto said. “Residents who generally receive Town pickup on Mondays will have their collections done the next day, Tuesday, January 16th. Those who usually receive pickup on Tuesdays will be collected on Wednesday, January 17th.”

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Online Community Assessment Grievance Workshops Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host two free online community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge the assessed value of their property online.

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It is fascinating. And also the number one book, Lessons In Chemistry, wound up being a TV series, so that helps.”

Zuena said.

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he Nassau Public Library system recently compiled their list of the most borrowed adult fiction and nonfiction books for 2023.

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus was the most popular book at Nassau’s public libraries in 2023, with over 14,350 checkouts. The 54 public libraries in Nassau make today’s hottest titles available in print as well as eBooks and digital audiobooks.

“We gathered the list in early December, and it is the most checked out books from the print titles, ebook titles and the digital audio book titles. So those are the digital downloads that you can get through the Nassau digital doorway or the Libby app,” said Lisa Zuena, Communications and Marketing Specialist at the Nassau Library System.

Fiction dominated the list this year, with nine out of ten titles in that category. Of all the entries, only one non-fiction title made the list: Spare, the much-anticipated bombshell memoir by Prince Harry. “Spare was definitely the far and away winner. It got more than double the checkouts of the number two nonfiction book, which is I’m Glad My Mom Died. That was a pretty popular one. The Michelle Obama book is on this list too. But the numbers were just so much lower than the fiction checkout.” Zuena said.

The list of the most checked out books proves that newness isn’t the only factor in a book’s popularity. Of the top ten titles, only 4 were released in 2023.

Two of fan favorite Colleen Hoover’s books made the list this year, with her backlist title It Ends with Us having been

statistics show how important the NLS is to its constituents. “I think it highlights how much people in Nassau County love their library.

You know, people say, ‘Oh, no one goes to the library anymore,’ but I can show you with raw numbers that they do, whether they’re going there and checking out the print books, or they’re taking advantage of the Nassau digital doorway in the Libby app. People here really do love their libraries.” Over 100,000 Nassau residents use their public library every month.

The Nassau Library

2023’s top 10 most circulated titles in Nassau, across print, Ebook, and digital audiobook are: Rank 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Title Lessons in Chemistry Mad Honey It Starts with Us Hello Beautiful Spare It Ends with Us Happy Place Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Someone Else’s Shoes

released in 2016. Taylor Jenkins Reid’s The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo made the number 9 spot yet again, with over 1,100 more checkouts this year than last year. “I’m just still so surprised. I actually was a librarian in one of the libraries a couple of years ago, and some of these books, particularly The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo, I was checking out to people and getting for book clubs. It’s just fascinating to me that years later, it’s still number nine out of 10 top checked out books, so it’s like a blast from the past.”

Zuena said.

Older titles can thank TikTok,

Author Bonnie Garmus Jodi Picoult Colleen Hoover Ann Napolitano Prince Harry Colleen Hoover Emily Henry Gabrielle Zevin Taylor Jenkins Reid Jojo Moyes

books libraries will acquire for the coming year; instead, the individual libraries make those decisions. “It’s a little complicated here at the system level. We run these numbers to see what’s going on, and we can run them as the libraries need, but we don’t purchase books here at the system level.

Each individual library in the county orders their own books.

So they definitely run their own stats to see what’s going on and they do it when they make the collections as well. So they’re using it on an individual level,” said Zuena.

Zuena emphasized that these

Checkouts 14,387 11,387 11,337 10,600 10,302 9,573 8,596 8,216 7,737 7,734

System is a consortium comprised of 54 member libraries and a Service Center for the libraries. Each member library is independent, autonomous, supported by local taxes, and governed by its own board of trustees. All public libraries in Nassau County are members

of NLS. The NLS was created to foster quality public library service in Nassau County, to enhance the public library resources and services available, to affect economies in operations, to provide training and continuing education opportunities and to stimulate development of public library service in unserved areas.

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he American Red Cross on Long Island proudly announces the appointment of Brian L. Bank, Jim Quent, and Jennifer Solomon to its esteemed Board of Directors. Their extensive knowledge and steadfast dedication to community service greatly enhances the strength of the Red Cross team. A full list of board members can be found here.

“It is with great enthusiasm that we extend a warm welcome to Brian L. Bank as a new member of the American Red Cross Long Island Board of Directors,” said Jose Dominguez, chief executive officer, American Red Cross on Long Island. “Brian’s legal expertise and unwavering commitment to pro bono service exemplify the spirit of compassion and dedication that defines the Red Cross.”

“We are also thrilled to have Jim join the team here at Red Cross,” Dominguez continues. “Jim’s extensive background in government affairs and his dedication to community service makes him an asset to our team. We look forward to benefiting from his strategic expertise and collaborative spirit.”

“Embracing Jennifer Solomon to the American Red Cross Long Island Board is a momentous occasion,” said Matthew Thompson and Anthony Acampora, co-chairs, board of directors, American Red Cross on Long Island. “Her stellar expertise in public relations adds a unique dimension to our team. With Jennifer’s strategic prowess, we anticipate elevating our outreach efforts. We are excited about the diverse perspectives and dynamic skills that Jim, Brian, and Jennifer bring to our collective effort.”

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Brian L. Bank Brian L. Bank, a partner in Rivkin Radler LLP, joins the board with a wealth of experience in commercial litigation, class actions, business dissolution, employment and labor, privacy, data, and cyber law, and compliance. His extensive background includes representing businesses, insurance companies, banks, unions, and individuals in a wide array of legal matters.

A recognized leader in his field, Brian is a past chair of the Employment and Labor Litigation Committee of the American Bar Association’s Tort Trial and Insurance practice section. He has earned accolades such as being named a New York Metro Super Lawyer and a Super Lawyer “Rising Star.”

Brian’s commitment to pro bono service shines through his representation of indigent tenants facing eviction, providing a voice for the underrepresented.

Brian, a graduate of the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, serves as a co-chair of the Cardozo Alumni Long Island Regional Chapter and resides in Plainview, New York, with his wife, Carly, and two children.

Jim Quent Jim Quent A partner at Statewide Public Affairs with more than 25 years of experience in government affairs, communications, and public policy, Jim Quent brings a wealth of knowledge to the board. His career spans the mechanics of New York City, New York State, and local governments. He represents both non-profit and private sector clients, including Coalition for the Homeless, the Coca-Cola Company, Home Depot and the NYC Special Riggers Association, and helps them navigate state and local government legislative, regulatory and budgetary processes.

Recognized as one of New York’s “40 Under 40 Rising Stars” early in his career, and a City and State 2022 “Age Disrupter,” Jim has managed campaigns, served as deputy chief of staff to a New York State Assembly Speaker, deputy press secretary for two state comptrollers and directed statewide field operations for a New York State gubernatorial campaign.

A passionate supporter of civic engagement, Jim volunteers with multiple organizations, including the Red Cross Disaster Action Team and the Suffolk County Medical Response Corps. Jim graduated from the State University of New York at Albany and also attended La Universidad de Oviedo in Spain. Born and raised in Queens, he now resides in Copiague, Long Island, with his puppy, QoQo.

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Under her S Corp, JSolo, Inc., Jennifer has recently or currently represented notable organizations such as the American Lung Association, City and State, Inc., Long Island Association, Newark Venture Partners, Long Island University, Edgewise Energy, The Nature Conservancy, Temple Emanu-El (in New York City), the Right Track for Long Island Coalition, the Workforce Development Institute, and various small businesses and non-profits.

Prior to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Jennifer served as an associate vice president at Rubenstein Associates in the firm’s New York City practice. Her extensive work involved interfacing with clients, counseling on internal communications and policy matters, media strategy (both traditional and social), and event coordination. Notable clients included NYC and Company, the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, UJAFederation, The Times Square Alliance, and the High Line.

Jennifer’s career began as a staff assistant to Congressman Steve Israel, where she rose through the ranks to district director, deputy director of communications, and campaign manager. A magna cum laude graduate from SUNY Binghamton with a B.A. in Creative Writing, Jennifer holds a Master’s Degree in Strategic Communications from Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business.

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assau County Legislators-Elect Scott Davis (D – Rockville Centre) and Seth Koslow (D – Merrick) rang in the holiday season at one of the nation’s largest one-day Toys for Tots collection drives, which was held outside Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum on Sunday, Dec. 3 Undeterred by steady, cold rainfall throughout the morning, a steady stream of donors contributed more than 150,000 individual donations during the event, which was launched 13 years ago by Glen Cove’s Joe LaPadula and Jon Holzer of Martino Auto Concepts with support from Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader-Elect Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove). The rain-soaked 13th annual edition of this event was presented by Glen Covebased not-for-profit First City Project and supported an array of corporate and community sponsors, many of whom are from the automotive world.

With the culmination of the holiday season fast approaching, LegislatorsElect Davis and Koslow are working with community leaders in their forthcoming

districts to identify families and agencies that would benefit from Toys for Tots contributions.

“The rain was no match for the tremendous holiday cheer and extraordinary spirit of generosity in the air all around Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum,” Legislator-Elect Davis said.

“It was a pleasure to be a part of a wonderful tradition that supports such a worthy cause, and I am excited by how these toys will brighten the holidays of so many deserving families in Nassau County and throughout our region.”

“What the organizers of this Toys for Tots drive accomplish every year is nothing short of awe-inspiring,” Legislator-Elect Koslow said. “Their philanthropic drive will help provide thousands of families and children with new toys this holiday season – toys that are a symbol of hope for a better future.

It was wonderful to see the generosity of Nassau County’s residents and the magic of the holidays on full display at this remarkable event.”

—Submitted by Nassau County Legislature Minority Caucus

Department Of Environmental Conservation To Not Adopt Saltwater Fishing License Fee The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has been utilizing a no-fee marine recreational fishing registry since 2011 to track legal saltwater fishing. In September of 2023, the Department of Environmental Conservation sent a survey out to those registered, asking if they would support a fee-based saltwater fishing license. After collecting a number of responses, Long Island anglers expressed their disdain, resulting in the DEC reversing course. The Department of Environmental Conservation has elected to not adopt the fee, leaving the waters off Long Island free and open for those who wish to conduct saltwater fishing.

“I am pleased with the decision made

by Governor Hochul and the DEC. Part of Long Island’s richness is our beautiful

shoreline and recreational fishing is an integral part for our anglers,” said Senator Monica R. Martinez. “The Department of Environmental Conservation asked, and anglers have spoken. They can now rest assured knowing they will not be charged for utilizing state marine waters and participating in this popular pastime.”

Registration for saltwater fishing is still required.

You need to register if you are 16 and older and are: fishing for migratory fish of the sea within tidal waters of the Hudson River and its tributaries, or waters of Delaware River or Mohawk River; fishing for saltwater fish species in the marine and coastal district.

Registration is valid for one full year (365 days) from the date you register.

There is no lifetime registration.

—Submitted by the Department Of Environmental Conservation

Legislators Davis and Koslow with Toys for Tots Staff and Marines.

(Photos by Peter M. Budraitis)

Gov. Hochul Signs Lead Pipe Right To Know Act Now easier to learn if lead is contaminating drinking water Governor Hochul recently took a major step to get the lead out of New York’s drinking water by signing the Lead Pipe Right to Know Act. Sponsored by Assemblymember Amy Paulin and Senator Gustavo Rivera, the bill will make it easier for New Yorkers to find out if they have a lead pipe contaminating the drinking water in their home. It also gives policymakers more information about the scale of the threat to public health across the state. This greater transparency will help direct resources more effectively towards the replacement of all of New York’s lead pipes.

The Governor’s action builds on a recent proposal by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requiring water utilities to replace 100 percent of the nation’s lead pipes over 10 years, beginning in 2027. EPA estimates that there are 494,000 lead pipes still

delivering drinking water across New York State, the 6th highest total in the nation. There is no safe level of lead exposure, with harmful health effects including developmental delays and hearing and speech problems.

All water utilities are currently creating inventories to determine how many lead pipes are in their service areas; these inventories must be submitted to EPA and the NYS Department of Health

by October 2024. This bill will require that water utilities follow DOH guidance for how to create those inventories and that all inventories are posted on DOH’s website for the public to access. The bill also requires DOH to create interactive maps of many utilities’ inventories, enabling New Yorkers to better understand the risk from lead pipes in their wider community.

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A Wedding To Top Them All I’ve often written about our daughter in this column, who has always been our pride and joy. I’ll be dedicating today’s work to our girl, who recently took the plunge and eloped with her fiancé at the end of October.

Last autumn, her fiancé came to our home, ring in his pocket, and asked for our girl’s hand in marriage. The beads of sweat that had formed on his temples and the top of his lip made us realize that he was more nervous than he had ever been in our presence, and he was about to ask us something huge. When he pulled the ring box out of his pocket, we knew exactly why. His voice quaked a bit as he specifically asked my husband if he could wed our daughter and promised to take care of her for the rest of his life. They had been together for four years, lived together for almost three, and he was ready to “make it official”.

For the next year, my husband and I continuously asked about the wedding: where it would be held, what they were planning, what time of year they wanted to marry. We offered them advice when they asked, offered them websites to different places that might interest them. We supported them, told them that they could ask us anything, and even did some research into different venues. We also told them that if they wished to elope, we were

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good with that.

My daughter has never been a “frilly-frou-frou” kind of gal. She played softball and got her black belt in karate. When she told us that she wanted an outdoor wedding, we were not surprised.

“Elated” is how we felt, because we knew how much she and her fiancé enjoyed hiking and the great outdoors. They did not wish to have a large party afterwards, and instead opted to put that money aside for their future home.

Eloping was a fabulous idea. We wholeheartedly supported their choice.

Their favorite season was autumn. The fall hues that adorned the trees were their vibe, especially since they were huge fans of jeweled tones. It’s not strange at all that our girl loved this time of year, since Hubby and I chose the fall to get married as well. Her style was

boho chic, so I began to research dresses and headpieces that would reflect her uniqueness. She chose a beautiful little eyelet dress with a lace kimono and a dreamcatcher-esque head piece. True to her nature, she did not wear heels.

Instead, her feet were adorned in silver sparkling sneakers. She really looked adorable. The groom wore a burgundy tuxedo, which my husband unintentionally matched with his shirt and tie.

On the day of their wedding, they chose to keep the ceremony private. Our daughter and her fiancé decorated the part of the woods where their vows would be exchanged with a mini pumpkin aisle and dream catchers on the trees. Their only companions were the golden leaves, their officiant, and their photographer. Secretly, our son-in-law sent us pictures of the site and part of the ceremony so we wouldn’t feel left out.

Afterwards, we took pictures with the photographer at a local park. We brought our dogs to be included in the photographs, which really reflected their love for animals and their personal style. My son-in-law bought a beautiful bouquet for our daughter, as well as a studded denim jacket that reflected her new last name. The entire day was so well planned and thought out, and we have never been prouder of them. I honestly feel like it

was the wedding that topped all the weddings we ever attended, including our own. And that’s saying a lot because I really liked our wedding.

A small celebration at an exclusive restaurant followed, which included the bride and groom, the bride’s parents, and the groom’s parents. It was intimate, peaceful, and perfect. The food was excellent, the company was animated and relaxed, and a good time was had by all. It was a wonderful day filled with love, laughter, and lots of great memories. That they stuck to their desires for the day made this mom prouder than she has ever been in her life.

For my daughter: I have loved you from the moment of your birth and you have made me the proudest, happiest mama. As you begin this new chapter of your life, know that Dad and I will always be here for you both, that we will always have your backs, and that we wish you all the joy and happiness that Life can hold.

To our new son, we welcome you into our family with open arms. We wish you happiness and health, love, and laughter as you begin your married life. We love you both immeasurably and we are grateful for your presence in our lives. May you always be blessed, prosperous, and happy beyond words. God bless the new Mr. and Mrs. K!

LIGHT for Charity

Kayla Donnenfeld

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JTCF.org.

My next column was about The Anchor Program Fund, which is a charitable, nonprofit organization that collects money to fund operations of a summer camp run by the Town of Hempstead called Camp A.N.C.H.O.R. “A.N.C.H.O.R.” is an acronym that stands for “Answering the Needs of Citizens with Handicaps

through Organized Recreation”.

For more information, please visit www.campanchor.org.

I then covered Go With Courage, which raises money for cancer research and also has a program that supports Long Island families while a parent or child is in cancer treatment by helping with meals, childcare, homework, tutoring, entertainment and transportation so that relatives of cancer patients can get the attention they need through difficult times. For more information, please visit www. gowithcourage.org.

I also wrote about Book Fairies, which is a charity dedicated to helping solve the problem of illiteracy. Book Fairies collects, upgrades and redistributes new and gently used books to under-resourced communities throughout Long Island and New York City. The charity brings

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2023 LIGHT-Year Happy New Year from L.I.G.H.T. FOR CHARITY™ (‘Long Island Giving Help Together For Charity’). I started this platform in 2023 to shine light on Long Island-based charities that you may not otherwise know about.

I’d like to take this opportunity to look back on all the charities I had researched and written about in 2023. This is the first of my annual “LIGHT-year” columns.

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THE SPIRIT OF OUR TOWN

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driving. For the fortunate, the accident results in fines – up to $2000, another $2,500- $3,500 in legal fees and if the driver’s license is suspended, there is the cost of Uber rides or getting family members to drive you around. For the less fortunate, add on injury to self or others, or in the most severe cases, the death of one or more people. The risk of drinking is not worth it when getting behind the wheel. Unfortunately this is one mortal sin that is too common.

Public drunkenness is usually imagined as a drunk person

stumbling up an alley outside a bar, or a loud incoherent passenger on a subway. But sometimes it’s as near as the person sitting next to you on the bleachers, cheering on your child’s team.

Coaches report that drinking among parents has been a problem for some time now. One local Long Island sports league has recently posted banners that read “Stay Sober in the Stands.”

Those Yeti tumblers aren’t just filled with water. While those who are drinking think they are getting harmless pleasure from their inebriation, others – including their children – are observing heightened irrationality, crude talk and behavior, and embarrassment that their mom or dad is drunk again.

Private drunkenness at home is no better. There is a big difference between enjoying beer or wine with a meal and needing to “take the edge off” in order to face the day, the night, or anytime in between. Kids need their parents to be alert, to be interactive, and to bug them about what they are doing. Drunk parents are satisfied that “the kids are alright” because they have slipped into their own

addictive world of the internet and they aren’t bothering mommy or daddy.

So while I appreciate the benefits of the Dry January movement, I’d like to suggest that as the new year is beginning that we consider what I’ll call “Dry Times.” Let’s take a sober look at the obvious moments to refrain from being “under the influence.”

Then schedule dry times during those activities and events.

While those who love us might not give us an extra hug of thanks because we don’t drink at certain times, I’m sure they will notice and appreciate our efforts. And if anyone finds that they cannot keep to their dry time schedule, it is time to recognize that they are powerless over alcohol. And if that’s the case, it would be good to discuss this with loved ones and seek out support to live lives unfettered by addiction.

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Some readers might be participating in a rather new practice called “dry January.” After the holiday celebrations, they are taking the month of January to abstain from alcohol. It’s sort of the calm after the storm, and doctors are touting the value of taking a drinking break. Among the benefits are better sleep, weight loss, more energy, lower cholesterol, lower blood pressure and improved mood.

Psychologists also note that when people take a break from drinking, they have a chance to assess their relationship with alcohol. Some realize that they live better, parent better, and love better without it. Others discover they can’t live without it and by the second week of January they are back to their regular consumption.

I’m not a prohibitionist – drinking alcohol appropriately doesn’t worry me. But I have seen how drinking can negatively affect people and those they love. First on the list is driving while drunk.

There is a hardly a day when there isn’t an accident on Long Island roads that was a result of impaired

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Everything you need to know about the digital SAT

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he SAT, or Scholastic Assessment Test, is a standardized exam widely used for college admissions in the United States. Traditionally paper-based, the SAT measures students’ readiness for college and is a key component of the admissions process.

You’ve probably already heard that College Board has started rolling out the digital version of the SAT. Some people think this is an exciting move in the right direction. But many people still have lots of questions.

Transitioning the SAT to a digital format offers several benefits. Firstly, it enhances accessibility, allowing test-takers to familiarize themselves with digital tools, mirroring modern educational and professional environments. Additionally, a digital SAT could provide quicker results, aiding students in timely college applications. Digital testing allows for adaptive assessments, tailoring questions based on a student’s performance, providing a more accurate measure of their abilities.

We asked around and did a little research into the new process and here’s

what we found out.

Is the SAT still important to take?

Yes. The SAT puts your achievements into a standard context. That means it shows off your qualifications to colleges and helps you stand out.

Most colleges—including those that are test optional—still accept SAT scores.

Together with high school grades, the SAT can show your potential to succeed in college or career.

day, the test will be digital starting in spring 2024.

Most students take the SAT for the first time in the spring of 11th grade. If you took the PSAT/NMSQT earlier this fall, you’ll already know what to expect with the digital SAT.

What’s staying the same?

Isn’t this just the same test but online?

-Still measuring the knowledge and skills that matter most for college and career.

-Still scoring the test on a 1600-point scale.

-Still administering the test in schools or test centers with a proctor present (not at home). Test centers will continue to be open to all students, not just those enrolled in that school.

-Still offering access to free, world-class practice resources.

-Still supporting all students, including those who need accommodations on test day.

When is the SAT going digital?

What’s changing?

No, College Board isn’t just going to take the paper and pencil test and put it on the computer. The testing authority reports enhancements to the test, citing a better experience for the test-taker.

Students testing outside the U.S. first started taking the digital SAT in spring 2023. If you’re in the U.S., whether you’re planning to take the SAT in a test center on a weekend or in school on a school

-You’ll take the SAT on a laptop or tablet.

-You’ll take a shorter test, about two hours instead of three. Find out how adaptive testing makes this possible.

-You’ll have shorter reading passages instead of a few long texts.

-You’ll be allowed to use your calculator on the entire math section and there’s a calculator built right into Bluebook, the digital testing application.

How do I register?

Registration for the spring 2024 digital SAT is not open. If you’re signed up for College Board emails, you already have the information that you need access to in order to register for a test date at a registered test center.

Important Dates

Friday, Feb. 23, 2024: Registration deadline for the March 2024 Digital SAT Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024: Late registration deadline for the March 2024 Digital SAT Saturday, March 9, 2024: The March 2024 Digital SAT test date begins at 7:45 a.m.

We typed in “New Hyde Park” on the test site locator and found 17 test sites within 10 miles with seats still available for the March 9 test date.

Seats and test locations will fill up and begin to close availability as the registration date begins to near on Feb. 23. Register early.

Visit www.collegeboard.org to practice and register for a digital SAT test.

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Roslyn, Great Neck, Syosset, Jericho Districts Rank Top In Nation Six of the thirteen top districts are on Long Island

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hoosing a school often depends on the town or city the child lives in.

Many schools have a catchment area, which is the designated area in which the school operates and enrolls most of its pupils. However, some schools do allow pupils from outside of this area to enroll.

The quality of a child’s education can shape their future careers and lives and is an extremely important aspect that should be considered by all.

Experts at TeachSimple have analyzed reviews and ratings of each school district in the U.S and have ranked them from highest to lowest, 1 being the lowest, 5 being the highest. The scores are based on reviews from parents and students, statistics from the U.S. Department of Education, and user-submitted information from schools.

Across the U.S. there is a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, meaning that there are 17 students for every teacher. This number can only be used as an indication of class size and not as the true number of students. The national average expense per student is $12,239. This amount is used for teaching materials and student support services.

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Radnor, PA, ranks first with 4.70/5. Radnor has a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, and the average annual teacher wage in the district is $101,804.

The district receives an average of $26,584 per student, and the majority of this is used for teaching and instruction materials.

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South Texas Independent, TX, is second with 4.65/5.

The district has a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, with more than 50 percent of students eligible for free school meals. The average expense per student is $15,039 which is utilized for teaching materials and support services.

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Roslyn Union, NY, is close behind in third with 4.63/5.

Roslyn has a high proficiency in both reading and math. The district also has a lower ratio of students-teachers with 13:1 and has an average expense of $32,874 per student.

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Hewlett-Woodmere Union, NY, ranks fourth with 4.56/5. Twenty three percent of students are eligible for free or reduced lunch in the district and the average expense per student is $41,507. The district has a low student-teacher ratio of 10:1 which could indicate more bespoke teaching in classes.

and have a lower-than-average student-teacher ratio of 11:1.

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In joint eighth are San Dieguito Union, CA, and Syosset Central, NY, with 4.31/5. While Syosset has a student-teacher ratio of 11:1, San Dieguito’s ratio is higher than the national average, standing at 25:1.

Eanes Independent, TX, and Scarsdale Union, NY, are joint fifth with 4.47/5.

Both districts have a lower student-teacher ratio than the national average, with Scarsdale Union having the lowest at 12:1. Reviews by former and current students mention the excellent sports programs at schools within Eanes Independent District.

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Great Neck, NY, is sixth on the list with 4.39/5. Great Neck’s teachers are paid an average of $133,045 annually

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Westport, CT, is seventh with 4.38/5. 4.8% of teachers in the district are in the first or second year of teaching and are paid an average of $97,725 annually.

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Rounding out the list are Ladue, MO, with 4.30/5.

Township High School District 211, IL, in tenth with 4.25.

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Half Hollow Hills, NY, with 4.24/5.

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Joint twelfth place goes to Jericho Union, NY, and Palo Alto Unified, CA, with 4.14/5.

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Tredfyrrin, PA, rounds out the top districts with 3.97/5.

“School districts are governed by town councils and local-level government.

As such, the funding and level of education offered differ depending on the finances available to that district,” said a spokesperson for TeachSimple. “The federal government funds schools through programs such as the Child Nutrition Act or Title I grants. These target low-income students and families in need of help.”

—TeachSimple (www.teachsimple.com) Sources: Niche school district review site

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White House Announces Nearly $5 Billion In Additional Debt Relief

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Another 80,000 borrowers will receive forgiveness

he Biden-Harris Administration announced on Dec. 8 the approval of an additional $4.8 billion in student loan debt relief for 80,300 borrowers. These discharges stem from fixes made by the U.S. Department of Education to income-driven repayment (IDR) forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). The recent announcement brings the total approved debt cancellation by the Biden-Harris Administration to nearly $132 billion for more than 3.6 million Americans.

“Before President [Joe] Biden took office, it was virtually impossible for eligible borrowers to access the student debt relief they rightfully earned,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “The data released once again make clear that the administration’s relentless efforts to fix the broken student loan system are paying off in a big way, with more than 3.6 million borrowers now approved for nearly $132 billion in loan forgiveness. This level of debt relief is unparalleled and we have no intention of slowing down.”

These debt relief approvals are in two categories: • $2.2 billion for nearly 46,000 borrowers through fixes to IDR that will provide borrowers with an accurate count of progress toward forgiveness and address longstanding concerns with misuse of forbearance. To date, the Biden-Harris Administration has now approved almost $44 billion in IDR relief for nearly 901,000 borrowers.

• $2.6 billion for 34,400 borrowers through PSLF. This includes borrowers who have benefited through the limited PSLF waiver and ongoing regulatory improvements to the programs. This brings total relief through PSLF up to $53.5 billion for almost 750,000 borrowers since October 2021. By contrast, only about 7,000 borrowers had received forgiveness

programs that leave graduates with unaffordable debts or insufficient earnings. In the wake of the Supreme Court decision on the administration’s original student debt relief plan, the administration continues its work to pursue an alternative path to debt relief through negotiated rulemaking under the Higher Education Act.

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through these programs at the start of the Biden-Harris Administration.

The administration has taken historic steps to reduce the burden of student debt and ensure that student loans are not a barrier to opportunity for students and families. The administration earlier this year launched the most affordable

student loan repayment plan— SAVE—which makes many borrowers’ monthly payments as low as $0 and prevents balances from growing because of unpaid interest.

The administration secured the largest increase to Pell Grants in a decade and finalized new rules to protect borrowers from career

Beyond the relief under IDR and PSLF, the Biden-Harris Administration has also approved: • $11.7 billion for almost 513,000 borrowers with a total and permanent disability.

• $22.5 billion for more than 1.3 million borrowers who were cheated by their schools, saw their institutions precipitously close, or are covered by related court settlements.

—U.S. Department of Education

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NYSUT Report: State Testing, Graduation Requirements

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ith momentum building across the state and nation to rethink the flawed standardized assessment systems that are limiting students, New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) released a new report outlining new recommendations for state and federal policy makers.

NYSUT’s More Teaching Less Testing report is based on findings from a group of more than 65 educators, school-related professionals and higher education faculty who convened at the request of delegates at NYSUT’s annual convention this year.

The More Teaching Less Testing Task Force was charged with identifying how classrooms might look, sound and feel without highstakes testing. The members were also asked to identify recommendations that could improve and diversify, for evaluating collegeand career-readiness.

“We know that the modern workforce relies on skills like communication, collaboration, and ability to work as part of

a team—skills not necessarily measured by a standardized test,” said NYSUT President Melinda Person. “When it’s time to graduate, students should have multiple options to show they are ready. Expanding our graduation requirements to allow for career and technical education programs, capstone portfolios, or project-based pathways is how we prepare our children for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.”

In New York, the State Education Department convened a Blue Ribbon Commission to “explore what it means to obtain a diploma in New York state and what that diploma should signify.”

SED’s findings are set for release in November 2023.

In Congress, U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman’s proposed More Teaching, Less Testing Act would give states options to test less frequently and with more reasonable evaluation measures.

To meet the energy of both of these movements, the NYSUT

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Task Force crafted recommendations on both graduation requirements and state and federal testing mandates.

Key proposals include:

• Providing for additional pathways to graduation that do not rely solely on Regents exams, such as capstone projects, experiential and project-based learning, and career and technical education programs.

• Fixing the flawed grades 3-8 assessment system by revising

the content and structure of the exams and delinking the test results from teacher evaluations.

• Revising the federal testing requirements through the proposed More Teaching Less Testing Act with flexibility for states to make the exams more reasonable, useful and less stressful on students. This would allow for a return to a grade-span testing approach or the option to use representative sampling.

The recommendations build upon NYSUT’s firm and longstanding position that overreliance on standardized testing forces a “teach to the test” model that strips the joy of learning and teaching from our classrooms.

If adopted, these policies would revamp federal and state assessment systems to better support students’ natural curiosity and authentic education.

“From kindergarten to 12th grade, our Task Force found the overemphasis on these tests has limited students’ abilities to demonstrate knowledge in various ways and find joy in their exploratory learning,” said NYSUT Executive Vice President Jaime Ciffone. “It is long past time we make policy decisions that support our all of our students, with multiple measures of achievement and across diverse learning styles.”

Visit www.nysut.cc/moreteaching for the full report.

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s winter descends upon us, so does the increased likelihood of finding unwelcome houseguests scurrying across our floors—the house mouse, Mus musculus (scientific). While these tiny rodents may be a common sight throughout the year, their presence tends to peak during the colder months. Understanding why mice seek refuge indoors during winter and adopting effective preventive measures can help homeowners keep their homes rodent-free.

One of the primary reasons for the surge in indoor mouse activity during winter is the quest for warmth and shelter. As temperatures drop outside, mice instinctively search for cozy spaces to escape the harsh conditions. Houses offer an ideal haven, providing mice with warmth, protection from the elements, and a readily available source of food. Attics, basements, and crawl spaces are often left unattended, creating accessible entry points for these rodents.

Mice are highly adaptable creatures, capable of squeezing through tiny openings as small as a dime. As winter approaches, they capitalize on any vulnerabilities in a home’s exterior, exploiting gaps, cracks, and crevices to gain entry. Once inside, they can wreak havoc, causing damage to property, contaminating food, and posing health risks through the spread of diseases and allergens.

To effectively address the issue of increased mice activity in winter, homeowners can adopt a multi-faceted approach: Conduct a thorough inspection of your home’s exterior, identifying and sealing potential entry points. Pay close attention to gaps around windows and doors, utility

entrances, and openings in the foundation.

Use materials like caulk, steel wool, or weather stripping to close off these access points.

Maintain A Clean Environment Mice are attracted to food sources, so keeping your living space clean and well-maintained is crucial. Store food in airtight containers, promptly clean up crumbs and spills, and dispose of garbage regularly. This reduces the incentives for mice to enter your home.

Trim Vegetation And Remove Clutter

Trim branches and vegetation that may

provide mice with easy access to your home.

Remove clutter, such as piles of leaves or firewood, from the vicinity of your house, as these can serve as hiding spots for rodents.

Use Mouse Traps

Strategic placement of mouse traps in key areas can help control an existing infestation. Choose traps that are humane and safe for both pets and humans. Check traps regularly and dispose of captured mice.

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If the infestation is severe or persistent, seeking the help of professional pest control services may be necessary. Pest

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he winter is a season when many people complain of dry skin.

That’s because moisture in the skin is likely to evaporate due to cold and dry air and lack of humidity caused by space heaters and the fireplace. Overly hot baths and showers could also cause dry skin because they strip the skin of natural oils.

“As we get older, our skin dries out more,” said Dr. Eve Lupenko, a dermatologist with Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology in Woodbury. “Especially during the winter, there’s no humidity in the air and the heat ventilation is very drying, so for people who are finding that they’re getting drier, we recommend moisturizers and you have to use the right moisturizer.”

Lotions, Dr. Lupenko said, could make you even drier. And while good for overall health, drinking a lot of water will not reduce dryness in the skin.

“You’re better off using something in a cream formulation,” Dr. Lupenko said, recommending CeraVe Moisturizer Cream and La Roche Posay Lipikar Balm AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizer Cream.

In addition to using the right moisturizer, Dr. Lupenko recommends taking a short shower, five minutes in and out, with warm water instead of hot water.

“Then when you get out of the shower, pat dry, and while you’re still damp get a good moisturizer all over and you want to

get it on within those three minutes because you want to trap the water in the skin,” Dr. Lupenko said. “If it evaporates, if it towel dries off, not only does the water come off the surface of the skin, but it wicks out of the skin also.”

Even though beach season is over, it’s still important to protect your skin from the sun, Dr. Lupenko said.

“I highly recommend broad-spectrum sunblock every day, even in winter, even on cloudy days,” Dr. Lupenko said. “You’re not going to get a sunburn. However, the UVAtanning rays are present all year and they go through glass. And they’re present on cloudy days. And those UVA-tanning rays, while we used to think they were the safer ones, we now know that they go deeper in the skin and these are the rays that cause the signs of aging, like wrinkles, crepey skin, brown spots and also contribute to skin cancer.”

Dr. Lupenko added that there’s no grading system yet for UVA protection, so the only way to know if a sunblock has UVA protection is if it says “broad spectrum.”

“A lot of people will say to me, ‘I have SPF in my makeup and my moisturizer,’” Dr. Lupenko said. “SPF is not a big deal this time of the year. You need something that’s broad spectrum and you’re not putting on enough makeup or moisturizer to really get good sunblock coverage.”

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) was proud to run its annual Holiday for Kids’ Sake toy and gift card drive in support of over 550 children across Long Island.

“I am once again blown away by the generosity and support of our donors.

Individuals and companies stepped up in a major way to help us sponsor and shop for over 550 children in need this holiday season. I have watched this program grow each year, and I am forever grateful to be part of such a special initiative.” Said Chief Development and Marketing Officer, Meredith Michaels.

For over 20 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island has held this unique holiday giving program, which allows every child in its program, along with all their siblings to submit wish

lists during the holidays. Sponsors sign up to shop for those children, ensuring every wish is met! Going above and beyond to engage friends, colleagues, and neighbors to also join in. We have partners across Long Island, who help us sponsor over 550 children and help to make their holiday season extra special.

On Sunday, December 17th, volunteer drivers arrived at the BBBSLI Nassau headquarters to pickup red sacks filled to the brim with gifts and deliver them straight to the homes of our families.

BBBSLI has been making a positive difference in the lives of Long Island’s youth by developing and implementing a wide range of mentoring programs.

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Activities for adults, kids and families Narwhal Ball (For Kids & Families) Feb 4, I 11-4 p.m. (10:30 for Museum Members) The whole family is invited to a wintry celebration! Explore the world of polar sea creatures through special activities and presentations. Gather around for “Storytime with Elsa” as she shares tales from her icy domain and meet the icy queen herself to snap a photo. Indulge in an icy treat with ice cream sponsored

by Kilwin’s of Huntington. Create frosty crafts, including ice paintings and narwhal designs, to take home with you.

Online Tickets: $20 Kid (All Access) $8 adults, $6 seniors; Museum Members - $15 Kids, $5 adults/seniors Door Tickets: $25 Kid (All Access) $8 adults, $6 seniors; Museum Members - $20 Kids, $5 adults/seniors Register online – cshwhalingmuseum. org/narwhal .....................

Crafts & Cocktails: Watercolor Wonders (For Adults 21+) Feb 8, 6:30-8 p.m.

Explore the science of water through the world’s oldest kind of painting - watercolor!

Discover how both sailors and painters learned to exploit the unique properties of water for their own purposes. Harness the power of physics to engineer a colorful layered cocktail to enjoy while you experiment with a variety of fundamental watercolor techniques. Create a nautical watercolor painting to take home. Adults 21+ $30 Participant, $20 Museum Members.

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World Whale Celebration (For Kids & Families) Feb 20, 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.

From blue whales to belugas, we’ll have a whale of a time celebrating these awesome mammals in honor of World Whale Day! See and touch real whale bones from our collection and learn how you can help keep the oceans safe for these incredible creatures. Make an interactive ocean sensory jar featuring a clay whale of your own creation!

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From Sea Chanteys to Hip Hop (For Kids & Families) Feb 22, 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Did you know that between one-quarter and one-third of all the American whaling crews were people of color? This Black History Month, we’re celebrating the remarkable contributions made by African American whalers to the music sailors sang at sea! Explore the rich traditions of West

African music found in sea chanteys, Jazz, and Hip Hop. Create your own sistrum - a traditional rattle using shells.

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Beyond the Book: Never Caught: The Washingtons’ Relentless Pursuit of Their Runaway Slave, Ona Judge

by Erica Armstrong Dunbar Feb 29, 6:30 p.m.

Delve into the powerful story of an extraordinary young woman’s pursuit of freedom against the backdrop of a young nation founded on the contradictions of freedom and enslavement. Dunbar reconstructs the life of Ona Judge, who fought against her enslavers - George and Martha Washington. Enjoy an intimate look at the museum’s special exhibit - From Sea to Shining Sea: Whalers of the African Diaspora - and discover the surprising role the whaling industry played in carrying people to freedom. $15 Participant, Free for Museum Members Register online – cshwhalingmuseum. org/bookclub .....................

Star Studded Crafts (For Kids) Through March 2024 During Gallery Hours: Thu – Sun, 11-4 p.m.

Enjoy our self-serve crafts inspired by the stars!

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Wish Upon A Star, Scavenger Hunt (For Kids) Through March 2024 During Gallery Hours: Thu – Sun, 11-4 p.m.

Inspired by Disney’s new film Wish, go on a star-themed scavenger hunt in the gallery.

Score a glow-in-the-dark star! Free with admission. .....................

Museum Adventure Activity: Polar Explorers (For Kids) Through Mar 31, 2024 During Gallery Hours: Thu – Sun, 11-4 p.m.

Discover the wonders of the Arctic in this self-guided activity. Hunt for clues and solve puzzles throughout the museum as you follow in the footsteps of early polar explorers. Learn about their incredible journeys and the amazing creatures they discovered.

Decorate your own compass box to take home for your own adventures. Ages 6+ Admission + $10, Members $5 Hours at The Whaling Museum in Cold Spring Harbor: Fall/Winter Gallery Hours: Thu – Sun, 11-4 p.m., Open extra days Feb 19-23.

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FLOW. A sedentary life causes brain deterioration.

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ENERGIZE. Junk food clogs your arteries and lowers energy, causing a sedentary lifestyle. Healthy food gives energy to your body and brain. Refuel and brighten the lights.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Complex problems invite your brilliance. You won’t take them on thinking you’ll solve them, and this humility contributes to your success. People who believe they already know are impossible to teach. Seeding doubt can be the first step in leveling up. Bonus: Looking at the situation from dozens of angles, you’ll see much beauty in it.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Looking back on the year, you notice goals met and unmet. Keep in mind that your strongest accomplishments can be from things that are hard to quantify. You will continue to find fortification through uplifting others, fostering harmony in the world, crafting beauty, promoting well-being and dismantling obstacles to emotional brightness.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). When a relationship takes you both higher and lower, maybe it’s love. Love is an experience of vividness that tests your heart’s elasticity. Anyone can pick and choose the good qualities while trying to change the bad. Love does more. It accepts the full range and makes room for the complete person. Don’t forget to love yourself this way, too.

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NORTH ♠AJ96 ♥ J 10 5 ♦AQ73 ♣7 4 WEST EAST ♠84 ♠ K Q 10 5 3 2 ♥A K 7 4 ♥Q 9 6 3 2 ♦52 ♦4 ♣Q J 9 6 2 ♣5 SOUTH ♠7 ♥8 ♦ K J 10 9 8 6 ♣ A K 10 8 3 The bidding: South West North East 1♦ Pass 1♠ Pass 2♣ Pass 3♦ Pass 4 NT Pass 5♥ Pass 6♦ Opening lead — king of hearts.

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FARMINGDALE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SU P REME COU RT COU NTY OF NASSAU Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christiana Trust as Trustee for P NP MS Trust II, P laintiff AGAINST Raymond Sellitti AKA Raymond F. Selletti, Defendant(s) P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 15, 2019, 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 January 26, 2024 at 2:00P M, premises k nown as 1 Sullivan Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735. 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: 49, BLOCK: 167, LOT: 48. Approximate amount of judgment $534,945.62 plus interest and costs. P remises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605048/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 P rotocols 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 mask s and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Harold F. Damm, Esq., Referee Frenke l Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-034061-F01 78765 1-17-10-3-2024; 12-27-20-23 5T# 243984 NOB/FARM LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SU P REME COU RT NASSAU COU NTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, P laintiff against BRIAN FALABELLA A/K/A BRIAN JAMES FALABELLA A/K/A BRIAN J. FALABELLA, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for P laintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP , 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered February 26, 2020, I 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 January 22, 2024 at 2:30 P M. P remises know n as 224 Yoakum Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735.

Sec 48 Block 462 Lot 62. 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. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $439,602.73 plus interest, fees, and costs.

P remises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 607198/2018.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 P olicies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. 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.

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Dominic Villoni, Esq., Referee File # CHNY1407 1-10-3-2024; 12-27-20-23 4T# 244005 NOB/FARM LEGAL NOTICE SU P P LEMENTAL SU MMONS Mortgaged Premises: 1-79 ATLANTIC AVENU E, FARMINGDALE, NY 11735 Section: 49, B lock : 297, Lot: 1 INDEX NO. 608197/2023 P laintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property SU P REME COU RT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COU NTY OF NASSAU DEU TSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRU ST COMP ANY, AS TRU STEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY HOME EQU ITY LOAN TRU ST 2007-1, MORTGAGE P ASS-THROU GH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 P laintiff, vs.

MALEK ABI RAFEH A/K/A MALEK ABIRAFEH, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBU TEE OF THE ESTATE OF HANON ABIRAFEH A/K/A HANON ABI RAFEH; WILL ABI RAFE A/K/A WILL A. RAFEH, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBU TEE OF THE ESTATE OF HANON ABIRAFEH A/K/A HANON ABI RAFEH; U NKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBU TEES OF THE ESTATE OF HANON ABIRAFEH A/K/A HANON ABI RAFEH, any and all persons unknow n to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknow n persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of ki n, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them,

LEGAL NOTICES or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of ki n, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknow n to plaintiff; BOARD OF MANAGERS OF SP RINGDALE AT FARMINGDALE CONDOMINIU M; NEW YORK STATE DEP ARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; U NITED STATES OF AMERICA; CHERYL RAFEH, “JOHN DOE #2” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last eleven names being fictitious and unknow n to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SU MMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The U nited States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $200,000.00 and interest, recorded on November 02, 2006, in Liber M31162 at P age 715, of the P ublic Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises know n as 1-79 ATLANTIC AVENU E, FARMINGDALE, NY 11735.

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to th is summons and complaint b y servi ng a copy of

th e answer on th e attorney for th e mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default j udgment may b e entered and you can lose you r h ome.

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BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: December 20th, 2023 ROBERTSON, ANSCHU TZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & P ARTNERS, P LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Orit Avraham, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 1-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#244342-NOB/FARM LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to th e provi sions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 of th e Code of th e Town of Oys ter Bay , notice is h ereb y give n th at th e Zoning Board of Appeals h as sch eduled a pub lic meeting, wh ich will tak e place in th e Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Ave nue, Oys ter Bay , New York , on JANUARY 18, 2024, at 7:00 P. M., to consider th e following appeals:

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 23-639 FARMINGDALE CARLL DRIVE LLC: Variance to construct new dwelling on subdivided lot having less width of lot at rear yard and from front property line to required rear yard than permitted by Ordinance. PARCEL A S/s/o Melville Rd., 30 ft. E/o Balcom Rd., a/k/ a 368 Melville Road, Farmingdale, NY JANUARY 8, 2024

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 1-10-2024-1T-#244138NOB/FARM LEGAL NOTICE SOUTH FARMINGDALE FIRE DISTRICT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the South Farmingdale Fire District has changed the date of the Regularly Scheduled Board

Meeting that was to be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 to Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 6:00pm.

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By Order of the Board of Fire Commissioners, South Farmingdale Fire District, South Farmingdale New York.

Dated: January 3, 2024 1-10-2024-1T-#244436NOB/FARM

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Office loc: Nassau County.

SSNY designated for service of process.

SSNY shall mail copies of any process served against the LLC to 12 P rose Street, Hicks ville, NY 11801.

P urpose: Any lawful purpose or activity 1-17-10-3-2024; 12-27-2013-23 6T# 243942 NOB/HIX LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SU P REME COU RT NASSAU COU NTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, P laintiff against DOINA ALMAZON A/K/A DOINA ALMAZAN, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for P laintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP , 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 17, 2018, I 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 January 23, 2024 at 2:00 P M. P remises know n as 27 Grape Lane, Hicks ville, NY 11801. Sec 45 Block 328 Lot 17. 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. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $369,879.02 plus interest, fees, and costs.

P remises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 000585/2013.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 P olicies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. 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 File # QCH214 1-10-3-2024; 12-27-20-23 4T# 244003 NOB/HIX LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to th e provi sions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 of th e Code of th e Town of Oys ter Bay , notice is h ereb y give n th at th e Zoning Board of Appeals h as sch eduled a pub lic meeting, wh ich will tak e place in th e Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Ave nue, Oys ter Bay , New York , on JANUARY 18, 2024, at 7:00 P. M., to consider th e following appeals:

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 23-637 HICKSVILLE MARVIN RUBIO: (A) Variance to construct second oor addition having less front yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to construct two story addition having less side yard setback and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance.

(C) Variance to construct two story addition and second story addition having less aggregate side yards than permitted

by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters.

(D) Variance to construct second oor addition and two story addition exceeding maximum gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance.

(E) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 9691 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated March 28, 1996.

N/s/o Ohio St., 50 ft. E/o Burns Ave., a/k/ a 152 Ohio Street, Hicks ville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-656 HICKSVILLE AMRIT SETHY: (A) Variance to allow existing 12.1 ft. by 12.2 ft. shed having less side yard setback and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing widened driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

S/s/o Summit St., W/o South Gate, a/k/ a 34 Summit Street, Hicks ville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-657 HICKSVILLE JAWAD RANA: (A) Variance to allow existing shed attached to dwelling and front roof over having less side yard setback, aggregate side yards and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (B) Variance for the reduction of off-street parki ng spaces. Reduction of spaces to 1 when 2 parki ng space are required. (C) Amend Specific P lan as presented for Ap-

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peal No. 98-38 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated January 22, 1998.

W/s/o Bishop Ln., 260 ft. S/o Beech Ln., a/k/ a 14 Bishop Lane, Hicks ville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-596 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 by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 8.3 ft. by 7.9 ft. shed having less side yard setback t han permitted by Ordinance.

S/s/o W. Nicholai St., 653.58 ft. E/o Morgan St., a/k/ a 191 W. Nicholai Street, Hicks ville, NY JANUARY 8, 2024

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 1-10-2024-1T-#244140NOB/HIX LEGAL NOTICE HICKSVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS PURCHASING DEPARTMENT 200 DIVISION AVENUE HICKSVILLE, NY 11801 PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Education of the Hicks ville P ublic Schools (hereinafter referred to as the “District”) hereby invites the submission of Sealed P roposals for the following: RFP #01 1724 - #10 B usiness Enve lopes with Windows Sealed proposals will b e receive d b y th e Purch asing Department, 200 Divi sion Ave nue, Hick svi lle, NY 11801 until 11:00 a.m. prevai ling time on January 17, 2024 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Board Room.

The contract will be awarded as soon thereafter as is practicable.

Specifications and forms may be obtained from the P urchasing Department beginning January 10, 2024. P lease email: km cmahon@ hicks villepublicschools.org for a copy of the specifications.

All addenda may be transmitted via email.

The District is not responsible for proposals opened prior to the time and date of the opening if the identifying Sealed P roposal information does not appear on the outside of the submission. Responses opened prior to the time and date of the opening are invalid. It is th e proposer’ s responsib ility to ensure th at th eir proposal is receive d b y th e Purch asing Department in a timely manner. All responses receive d after th e date and time stated will not b e considered and will b e returned unopened. Wh eth er sent b y mail, delive ry servi ce or personal delive ry , Continued on page 10

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LEGAL NOTICES Continued from page 9 th e responder assumes responsib ility for h avi ng th eir proposal deposited on time.

The District reserves the right to accept each proposal by individual item, by category, by groups of items or as a whole or, in its discretion, to reject all proposals.

The District also reserves the right to waive any informality in the response process if determined to be in the best interest of the District. P roposals opened and read shall remain irrevocable for the contract period. The award of contracts, if at all, shall be made as soon as practicable after the opening. Any quantities, if shown, are estimates and not guaranteed.

The Board of Education reserves the right to consider ualification, experience, and reputation, as well as the specific ualifications of a proposer set out herein, in considering proposals and awarding the contract. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all proposals at its discretion.

By order of the Board of Education Kathleen McMahon P urchasing Agent 1-10-2024-1T-#244472NOB/HIX

LEVITTOWN LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of Innovatedge Solutions LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY(SSNY) on 10/26/2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to 2530 Oak St. Bellmore NY, 11710. R/A Republic Registered Agent Services Inc., 54 State St. Ste. 804, Albany NY, 12207. P urpose any lawful act.

1-17-10-3-2024; 12-27-2013-2023-6T-#243841NOB/LEV LEGAL NOTICE J&T MU NSON LLC Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company (“LLC”), Articles of Organi ation filed with the Sec. of State of NY (“SSNY”) on 11/29/2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC, 11 Woodpecke r Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. Purpose or Character: To engage in any lawful act or activity. #101000 1-17-10-3-2024; 12-27-2013-2023-6T-#243890NOB/LEV LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SU P REME COU RT COU NTY OF NASSAU DEU TSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRU ST COMP ANY, AS TRU STEE, IN TRU ST FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF LONG BEACH MORT-

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GAGE LOAN TRU ST 2006-6, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-6, P laintiff AGAINST LORI MAU RO A/K/A LORI P U P A MAU RO, MICHAEL C. MAU RO, et al., Defendant(s) P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 27, 2020, 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 January 29, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises know n as 84 ROP E LANE, LEVITTOWN, NY 11756. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Hicks ville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 51, Block 207, Lot 8. Approximate amount of judgment $621,533.02 plus interest and costs. P remises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #613177/2018. 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”. Michael Alpert, Esq., Referee Gross P olowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-003524 78605 1-17-10-3-2024 ; 12-27-2023 5T# 243956 NOB/LEV LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SU P REME COU RT NASSAU COU NTY P ENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, P laintiff against YASMINA FRANCO, AS ADMINISTRATRIX AND HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF HENRY FRANCO A/K/A HENRY E. FRANCO, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for P laintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP , 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 28, 2023, I 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 January 22, 2024 at 3:30 PM. Premises know n as 18 Hickor y Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. Sec 45 Block 169 Lot 6. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, near Hicks ville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $601,493.70 plus interest, fees, and costs.

P remises will be sold subject

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to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 611705/2022.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 P olicies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. 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.”

Ronald James Ferraro, Esq., Referee File # P NMN284 1-10-3-2024; 12-27-20-23 4T# 244002 NOB/LEV

h ealth emergency , b idders are req uired to comply with all gove rnmental h ealth req uirements in effect at th e time of sale including b ut not limited to, wearing face cove rings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during th e auction, wh ile tendering deposit and at any sub seq uent closing. Bidders are also req uired to comply with th e Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued b y th e Supreme Court of th is County in addition to th e conditions set forth in th e Terms of Sale.

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of TITOSTRAVEL LLC. Arts filed with Secy of state of NY (SSNY) on 10/20/2023.

Office Location : Nassau County. U NITED STATE CORP ORATION AGENT, INC designated as agent upon whom process may be served and mail copy of process against LLC. 247 Concord Ave East Meadow NY 11554.

Purpose : any lawful act.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SU P REME COU RT COU NTY OF NASSAU , U .S. BANK TRU ST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDU AL CAP ACITY BU T SOLELY AS OWNER TRU STEE OF NEW RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRU ST 2020-NP L2, P laintiff, vs. ANNETTE DOROTHY EICHENAU ER A/K/A ANNETTE EICHENAU ER A/K/A ANNETTE D. EICHENAU ER, ET AL., Defendant(s).

P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 16, 2022 and an Order duly entered on May 22, 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 January 18, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises know n as 296 Division Avenue, Hicks ville, NY 11801. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Hicks ville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 498 and Lot 22.

Approximate amount of judgment is $135,943.45 plus interest and costs. P remises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 605403/2019. 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.

Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP , 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for P laintiff. Firm File No.: 202728-2 1-10-3-2024; 12-27-20-23 4T# 243933 NOB/MASS

MASSAPEQUA LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSU RE SU P REME COU RT COU NTY OF NASSAU CITIMORTGAGE, INC., P laintiff - against - LISA DIBENEDETTO, et al Defendant(s).

P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on October 30, 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 23rd day of January, 2024 at 2:00 P M. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the building and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York.

P remises know n as 24 Lincoln Avenue, Massapequa P ark, (Town of Oyster Bay) NY 11762.

(SBL#: 52-128-4999-5001) Approximate amount of lien $269,073.71 plus interest and costs.

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

Index No. 602974/2019. Malachy P . Lyons, Esq., Referee.

Davidson Fink L LP Attorney(s) for P laintiff 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: November 17, 2023 During th e COVID-19

LEGAL NOTICE INDEX NO. 007587/2016 P laintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises:

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213 EAST LAKE AVENU E MASSAP EQU A P ARK, NY 11762 District: Section: 48 Block : 368 Lot: 60 SU P REME COU RT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COU NTY OF NASSAU INDEX NO. 007587/2016 CIT BANK N.A., P laintiff, vs.

DEBRA GU JA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBU TEES OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD J. EBBECKE, KERRY EBBECKE AS HEIR AND DISTRIBU TEES OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD J. EBBECKE, COU RTNEY GOLDSTEIN AS HEIR DISTRIBU TEES OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD J. EBBECK; DANIEL EBBECKE AS HEIR AND DISTRIBU TEES OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD J. EBBECKE; U NKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIU BTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD J. EBBECKE any and all persons unknow n to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknow n persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; SECRETARY OF HOU SING AND U RBAN DEVELOP MENT; JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., F/K/A CHEMICAL BANK, AS TRU STEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF REVOLVING HOME EQU ITY LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 1993-2; CONTIMORTGAGE CORP ORATION; MR JOHN EBBECKE, P EOP LE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; U NITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants.

To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SU MMONED 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 P laintiff’s Attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the U nited States of

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America is made a party defendant, the time to answer for the said U nited States of America shall not expire until (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be take n against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of th e ab ove caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure th e sum of $652,500.00 and interest, recorded on May 11, 2009, at Lib er M 33713 Page 684, of th e Pub lic Records of NASSAU County , New York , cove ring premises k nown as 213 EAST LAKE AVENUE MASSAPEQ UA PARK, NY 11762.

Th e relief sough t in th e within action is a final j udgment directing th e sale of th e premises describ ed ab ove to satisfy th e deb t secured b y th e Mortgage describ ed ab ove .

NASSAU County is designated as th e place of trial b ecause th e real property affected b y th is action is located in said county .

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to th is summons and complaint b y servi ng a copy of th e answer on th e attorney for th e mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default j udgment may b e entered and you can lose you r h ome.

Speak to an attorney or go to th e court wh ere you r case is pending for furth er information on h ow to answer th e summons and protect you r property .

Sending a paym ent to th e mortgage company will not stop th e 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: December 12th, 2023 RAS BORISKIN, LLC Attorney for P laintiff CHESTER GU ALA, ESQ. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 1-10-3-2024; 12-27-20-23 4T# 244063 NOB/MASS LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of 266 Brookside LLC filed with Secy of State of NY on 12/15/2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 1511 WOODSIDE AVE NORTH BALDWIN NY 11510. Purpose: any lawful act.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SU P REME COU RT COU NTY OF NASSAU , U .S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS LEGAL TITLE TRU STEE FOR TRU MAN 2016 SC6 TITLE TRU ST, P laintiff, vs. DOREEN REILLY A/K/A DOREEN J. REILLY, ET AL., Defendant(s).

P ursuant to a Default Judgment and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 17, 2019, an Order Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on December 9, 2022 and an Order duly entered on August 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 11501 on February 6, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises know n as 236 Boundary Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758.

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 52, Block 16 and Lot 67. Approximate amount of judgment is $292,714.04 plus interest and costs. P remises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612584/2018. 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.

Mary Ellen Divone, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP , 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for P laintiff Firm File No.: 200987-1 1-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#244252-NOB/MASS LEGAL NOTICE SU P REME COU RT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COU NTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, V. FRANCESCO VIRZI, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 1, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC is the P laintiff and FRANCESCO VIRZI, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COU NTY SU P REME COU RT, NORTH SIDE STEP S, 100 SU P REME COU RT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on February 6, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises know n as 11 HARVARD STREET, MASSAPE UA, NY 11758: SecContinued on page 11

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LEGAL NOTICES Continued from page 10 tion 53, Block 147, L ot 9: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT MASSAPEQ UA, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK P remises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 008968/2016. George Esernio, Es . - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & P artners, P LLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for P laintiff. All foreclosure sales will b e conducted in accordance with Covi d-19 guidelines including, b ut not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *L OCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES. 1-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#244314-NOB/MASS LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU. CITIBANK, N.A., Plaintiff -against- JOHN BIALOUS CATHERINE HUMIECKI, et al Defendant(s). P ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated November 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 February 5, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Massape ua, in Massape ua, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the easterly side of Massape ua Avenue, distant 180.48 feet northerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the easterly side of Massape ua Avenue and the northerly side of Merrick Road being a plot 250 feet by 75 feet by 250 feet by 75 feet.

Section: 57 Block: 82 Lot: 66, 67 and 68.

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 know n as 307 MASSAPE UA AVENUE, MASSAPE UA, NY 11758 Approximate amount of lien $16,557.80 plus interest & costs.

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

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the P urchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The P urchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney.

Index Number 615209/2022.

RONALD J. FERRARO,

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ES ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for P laintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 7777.195 1-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#244320-NOB/MASS LEGAL NOTICE vS UPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 79 GRAND BOULEVARD, MASSAPE UA PARK, NY 11762 Section: 48, Block : 139, Lot: 4, 5 & 6 INDE NO. 603260/2023 Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-OPT1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-OPT1 P laintiff, vs.

JEANNINE SIMPSON, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT G. GRIMMER WAYNE GRIMMER, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT G. GRIMMER MARISSA BELASCO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT G. GRIMMER UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT G. GRIMMER, any and all persons unknow n to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR SECURITI ED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 200-S5 NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TA ATION AND FINANCE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA GEORGE SIMPSON JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME), JOHN DOE #3” through

JOHN DOE #12,” the last ten names being fictitious and unknow n to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The U nited States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of th e ab ove caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure th e sum of $420,000.00 and interest, recorded on May 11, 2005, in Lib er M 28794 at Page 363, of th e Pub lic Records of NASSAU County , New York ., cove ring premises k nown as 79 GRAND BOULEVARD, MASSAPEQ UA PARK, NY 11762.

Th e relief sough t in th e within action is a final j udgment directing th e sale of th e premises describ ed ab ove to satisfy th e deb t secured b y th e Mortgage describ ed ab ove .

NASSAU County is designated as th e place of trial b ecause th e real property affected b y th is action is located in said county .

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If yo u do not respond to th is summons and complaint b y servi ng a copy of th e answer on th e attorney for th e mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default j udgment may b e entered and you can lose you r h ome.

Speak to an attorney or go to th e court wh ere you r case is pending for furth er information on h ow to answer th e summons and protect you r property .

Sending a paym ent to th e mortgage company will not stop th e foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND

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LEGAL NOTICES THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: December 18th, 2023 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUT , SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Orit Avraham, Es .

900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 1-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#244334-NOB/MASS LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to th e provi sions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 of th e Code of th e Town of Oys ter Bay , notice is h ereb y give n th at th e Zoning Board of Appeals h as sch eduled a pub lic meeting, wh ich will tak e place in th e Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Ave nue, Oys ter Bay , New York , on JANUARY 18, 2024, at 7:00 P. M., to consider th e following appeals:

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 23-615 MASSAPEQ UA VINCENT PACI: (A) Variance to construct rear roofed over patio exceeding maximum building coverage and gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to install pool e uipment having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

W/s/o Biltmore Blvd., 87.62 ft. N/o Beverly P l., a/k/ a 93 Biltmore Boulevard, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-633 MASSAPEQ UA AUSTIN MASTRO: (A) Variance to construct second oor addition having less aggregate side yards than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing driveway having less side yard setback than permitted

by Ordinance. (C) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 63-555 and granted by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated November 21, 1963.

E/s/o East Dr., 508.33 ft. S/o North Dr., a/k/a 119 East Drive, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-665 MASSAPEQ UA CATHERINE DANIELOWICH: (A) Variance to install in-ground swimming pool having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

(B) Variance to install pool e uipment having less side yard setback than permitted

by Ordinance.

E/s/o Fairwater Ave., 1140 ft.

S/o S. Bay Dr., a/k/a 104 Fairwater Avenue, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-709 MASSAPEQ UA CARL CURATOLA: (A) Variance to construct second story addition, two rear platforms with steps to grade, bay window and second story balcony exceeding maximum gross oor area than

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permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to construct second story addition having less roof pitch than permitted by Ordinance.

N/s/o Massachusetts Ave., 190 ft. E/o State St., a/k/a 225 Massachusetts Avenue, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-729 MASSAPEQ UA JASON & KRISTEN ZINGALES: (A) Variance to construct 45.5 ft. by 47 ft. new dwelling on partial existing and partial new foundation having less average front yard setback, side yard setback, aggregate side yards, roof pitch, exceeding maximum building coverage and gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (B) Variance to construct driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

S/s/o N. Suffolk Ave., 245 ft.

W/o Flower Rd., a/k/a 572 N. Suffolk Avenue, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-619 NORTH MASSAPEQ UA YUN FENG: Variance to allow existing 6 ft. high PVC fence exceeding maximum height in side/front yard (North Bay Avenue) than permitted by Ordinance.

SE/ cor. of N. Albany Ave. & N. Bay Ave., a/k/ a 246A N. Albany Avenue, North Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-602 MASSAPEQ UA JOHN MAIO: Variance to allow existing raised dwelling exceeding maximum height than permitted by Ordinance.

NE/ cor. of Riverdale Ave. & E. Lincoln Ave., a/k/a 7 Riverdale Avenue, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-611 MASSAPEQ UA EUGENE MULDOON: (A) Variance to allow existing 6 ft. high PVC fence and 6 ft. high wood fence exceeding maximum height across front yards (Shawnee Drive and Jac ueline Road) than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 3 ft. high fence exceeding maximum height within 30 ft. of intersection than permitted

by Ordinance. (C) Variance to allow existing 6 ft. high wood fence exceeding maximum height within 30 ft. of intersection than permitted

by Ordinance. (D) Variance to allow existing shed having less front yard setback and side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (E) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 93-446 and granted by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated November 4, 1993 and amended

by Decision of the oning Board of Appeals, dated February 17, 2000.

SE/ cor. of Jac ueline Rd. & Imogene Dr., a/k/a 20 Jac ueline Road, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-629 MASSAPEQ UA GEOTOM PROPERTIES INC.: (A) Variance to construct new dwelling on subdivided lot having less lot si e, width of lot at front property line, width of lot from front

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property line to re uired rear yard, average front yard setback, side yard setback and aggregate side yards than permitted by Ordinance also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (B) Variance to construct driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. PARCEL A NW/ cor. of Clocks Blvd. & Bayview Pl. E., a/k/a 101 Clocks Boulevard, Massape ua, NY APPEAL NO. 23-632 MASSAPEQ UA GEOTOM PROPERTIES INC.: (A) Variance to construct new dwelling on subdivided lot having less lot si e, width of lot at front property line, width of lot from front property line to re uired rear yard, average front yard setback (Clocks Boulevard) and average side/front yard setback (Bayview Place East) than permitted by Ordinance also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (B) Variance to construct driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

PARCEL B NW/ cor. of Clocks Blvd. & Bayview Pl. E., a/k/a 101 Clocks Boulevard, Massape ua, NY JANUARY 8, 2024

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 1-10-2024-1T-#244137NOB/MASS

PLAINVIEW LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU BOARD OF MANAGERS OF VILLAS IN NASSAU CONDOMINIUM I, Plaintiff, against JOAN E. JETTER and JOHN DOE” and JANE DOE”, Defendants.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated October 24, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on north side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York, Rain or Shine”, on January 22, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. premises being at Plainview, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, know n and designated as Unit Number 37, together with a 1.9386090 undivided interest in the common elements constituting real property of the condominium hereinafter described as the same is defined in the Declaration of condominium hereinafter referred to. The real property above described is a unit shown on the oor plan of a condominium prepared by Charles DiGiovanni, Registered Architect and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on the 16th day of April, 1975, No, CA-24 as defined in the Declaration of Condominium entitled, The Villas in Nassau

Condominium and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on the 14th day of April 1975, in Liber 8791 of Conveyances at Page 237, Section 47, Block 151, lot 45 and amendments thereto which were recorded in said County Clerk s Office on November 24, 1975 in Liber 8870 Page 15 and December 1, 1975 in Liber 8871 Page 285. Said premises being known as 37 Santa Barbara Drive, P lainview (Section 47, Block 151, Lot 45, U nit No. 37), Nassau County, New York 11803. Said premises will be sold subject to oning restrictions, covenants, easements, conditions, reservations and agreements, if any subject to any state of facts as may appear from an accurate survey subject to facts as to possession and occupancy and subject to whatever physical condition of the premises may be subject to any violations of the oning and other municipal ordinances and regulations, if any, and if the U nited States of America should file a tax lien, or other lien, subject to the e uity of redemption of the U nited States of America subject to the rights of any lienors of record whose liens have not been foreclosed herein, if any subject to the rights of holders of security in fixtures as defined by the Uniform Commercial Code subject to taxes, assessments and water rates which are liens on the premises at the time of sale, with accrued interest or penalties thereon and a first mortgage held by Jovia Financial Federal Credit Union, mortgagee, given to Joan E. Jetter, mortgagor, in the original amount of $200,000.00 dated 9/18/2020 and recorded 9/23/2020 in Liber 44572 at page 457.

Index No. 603484/2022 Dated: November 14, 2023 Ronald Ferraro, Es ., Referee Cohen, Warren, Meyer & Gitter, P .C., Attorneys for P laintiff, 98 Maple Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787.

1-10-3-2024 12-27-20-23 4T# 244093-NOB/PLV LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to th e provi sions of Chapter 246, Section 24612 of th e Code of th e Town of Oys ter Bay , notice is h ereb y give n th at th e Zoning Board of Appeals h as sch eduled a pub lic meeting, wh ich will tak e place in th e Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Ave nue, Oys ter Bay , New York , on JANUARY 18, 2024, at 7:00 P. M., to consider th e following appeals:

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 23-558 PLAINVIEW MORTON VILLAGE REContinued on page 12

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Seaford Seniors Shine As Health And Fitness Leaders When it comes to leading healthy and ac- our physical education classes,” Amanda tive lifestyles, Seaford High School seniors said, adding that she strives to use her Charlie Herman and Amanda Williamson knowledge and athletic skills to support her know what it takes. That’s why they were classmates. recently recogCharlie said nized with the that he enjoys 2023 Nassau physical educaZone Outstandtion classes and ing Student tries to make Award. sure everyone The honor is included and is presented to involved in the one male and activities. one female “This award student at every shows leaderhigh school, ship,” he said. “It and presented feels good to have by the New your teachers York State recognize who Association for Seaford High School seniors Amanda Williamson you are as a and Charlie Herman were this year’s recipients of Health, Physical person.” the 2023 Nassau Zone Outstanding Student Award Education, Amanda is a presented by NYSAHPERD. (Contributed photo) Recreation and member of the Dance. Students are nominated by their varsity soccer, basketball and lacrosse teams, physical education teachers for best exemand Charlie is a varsity wrestler. Both students plifying the New York State learning stansay that their physical education teachers and dards for health and physical education. coaches serve as role models for them.

“It feels good to be honored and to be —Submitted by the seen for showing good character inside Seaford School District

LEGAL NOTICES Continued from page 11 ALTY CO. INC.: (A) Variance to erect 18.5 ft. by 8 ft. non-illuminated freestanding sign to 14.5 ft. by 8 ft. illuminated sign exceeding maximum height than permitted

by Ordinance. (B) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 22-457 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated November 3, 2022.

N/s/o Old Country Rd., 120 ft. W/o Lester Pl., a/k/a 1054 Old Country Road, Plainview, NY APPEAL NO. 23-728 PLAINVIEW MANETTO HILL ASSOCIATES 116, LLC: (A) Variance to construct a fitness center in a commercially zoned property abutting residential district operating 24 hours a day. (B) Variance for the reduction of off-street parking spaces. Reduction of spaces to 444 when 628 parking spaces are required.

W/s/o Manetto Hill Rd., 375 ft. N/o Country Dr., a/k/a 52 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview, NY JANUARY 8, 2024

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 1-10-2024-1T-#244139NOB/PLV

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice Safeguard Self Storage #190116 located at 1522 Old Country Road Plainview NY 11803 intends to hold a sale of the property stored in the below listed Storage Spaces. The public sale shall occur as an online auction via www.storageauctions.com on 1/29/2024 at 12:00PM. Unless listed below, the contents consist of household goods and furnishings. Irwin L Salomon unit #2134; Rahshiema Holland unit #4318. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. See manager for details.

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PLAINVIEW/ OLD BETHPAGE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Plaintiff against STEVEN J. GARFINKEL A/K/A STEVEN GARFINKEL, et al Defendant(s)

Town Honors Holy Trinity H.S. Varsity “Titans” Baseball Team Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino recently honored the Boys Varsity “Titans” Baseball Team from Hicksville’s Holy Trinity High School for their 2023 CHSAA Class AA New York State Championship. The Supervisor presented the Team with a citation and a sign to recognize their incredible efforts.

Supervisor Saladino stated, “The success of this team speaks volumes about this

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Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 30, 2019, and Amended on February 7, 2022 I 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 January 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 89 Nassau Avenue, Plainview, NY 11803. Sec 12 Block 35 Lot 16. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Plainview, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $487,525.66 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 002134/2016.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. 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.”

Michele Bencivinni, Esq., Referee File # AYSJN025 1-10-3-2024; 12-27-20-23 4T# 244004 NOB/PLV0B LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of S. GOLDSTEIN SOLUTIONS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/11/23. Office location: Nassau County NY. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 3 Dahill Rd. Old Bethpage, NY 11804.

Purpose: any lawful act.

1-24-17-10-3-2024; 12-2013-23 6T# 244050 NOB/ PLVOB LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff -against- LOUIS ESSMAN A/K/A LOUIS T. ESSMAN, SYLVIA ESSMAN A/K/A SYLVIA B. ESSMAN, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated February 14, 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, NY

school’s remarkable athletic program headed up by Athletic Director Chris Hardardt (right) and the support athletes receive from their Head Coach Dan Luisi (left), High School Principal James Grillo (2nd from right), the school board, and, of course, the incredible parents who make significant sacrifices each day, to allow their children to achieve these successes.”

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

(Contributed photo)

LEGAL NOTICES on February 1, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Plainview, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as and by Lot 17 in Block 92 on a certain map entitled, “Map of Woodbury Acres, Section No. 3, situated at Plainview, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York, December 15, 1961, Louis K. Mclean, C.E., and S., Wantagh, NY” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on August 23, 1962 as Map and Case No. 7628.

Section: 13 Block: 92 Lot: 17

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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 93 HARVARD DRIVE, PLAINVIEW, NY 11803 Approximate amount of lien $810,799.16 plus interest & costs.

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

If the sale is set aside for any

reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Index Number 0007468/2016.

ARZA R. FELDMAN, ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 9024.11 1-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#244321-NOB/PLVOB

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State Senators, Assemblymembers Speak Out Against Congestion Pricing JENNIFER CORR jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

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n Monday, Dec. 11, Long Island’s New York State Senators, New York State Assemblymembers and Cathy Powell, President of the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce, gathered to call on the governor to end her support for the Metropolitan Transit Authority’s New York City Business District Tolling Program, also known as congestion pricing.

This new tax implemented by the MTA will cost Long Island commuters, delivery drivers, taxi drivers, tour buses and rideshare drivers up to $36 per day to enter anywhere south of 60th Street, Manhattan, including the financial district.

New York State Senators and Assemblymen are encouraging residents to voice opinions and make their voices heard during this 60-day public comment period taking place through the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority.

“Congestion pricing is just Albany’s latest attack in their long war on New York’s suburbs,” said 7th District State Sen. Jack Martins. “Long Island always gets stuck holding the bag for the NYC-driven mistakes from Albany - today we again say, ‘enough.’”

Long Island’s New York State Senators, New York State Assemblymembers and Cathy Powell, President of the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce, held a press conference at Mineola Station to criticize the MTA’s congestion pricing.

(Photo courtesy the New York State Senate)

According to the MTA, congestion pricing will improve quality of life by reducing traffic in Manhattan’s most congested areas.

Fewer cars, the MTA states, means cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit throughout New York City.

“Drivers who pay the toll will spend less time sitting in traffic, and other vehicles — such as buses or emergency vehicles — will be able to move faster,” a press release from

the MTA states. “The program will also raise revenue to fund $15 billion for critical transit projects, such as upgrading to the signaling system, accessibility improvements, and expanding access to the transit system.”

The press release added that vehicles that enter the Central Business District will be tolled using E-ZPass. If the driver does not have E-ZPass, toll bills will be mailed to

the address of the registered vehicle owner using Tolls by Mail.

The MTA Reform and Traffic Mobility Act requires MTA’s Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority (TBTA) to design, develop, build, and run this program. The act also designates that passenger vehicles only be charged once each day for entering or staying in the Central Business District, the toll rates must change at different times and days, residents making under $60,000 receive a tax credit for tolls paid and emergency vehicles and vehicles transporting people with disabilities not be charged.

A report from the Traffic Mobility Review Board recommends that passenger vehicles are charged $15 and trucks are charged $24 to $36. Buses providing transit or commuter services will not be charged, but other buses will be charged $24 to $36. Motorcycles are recommended to be charged half of a passenger vehicle. Yellow taxis, green cabs and black cars will be charged $1.25 and rideshares will be charged $2.50, 24 hours a day.

And drivers who paid a tunnel toll will receive a partial credit towards the congestion toll.

“Congestion toll rates should apply during the most congested times of the day – from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends,” the report states. “Toll rates should be 75 percent lower in the nighttime.”

Congestion pricing will likely begin in the spring.

New York Court Of Appeals Orders New Congressional Maps Nevertheless, the IRC failed to discharge its constitutional duty. That dereliction is undisputed. The Appellate Division concluded that the IRC can be compelled to reconvene to fulfill that duty; we agree. There is no reason jcorr@antonmediagroup.com the Constitution should be disregarded.”

The IRC, a bi-partisan, 10-person The New York State Court of commission mandated to reflect Appeals on Dec. 12 ordered the diversity of the state, was the Independent Redistrictcreated in 2014 to provide ing Commission (IRC) to independence and transredraw the congressional parency and to protect maps. minority voting rights and “In 2014, the voters of communities of interest.

New York amended our The IRC was supposed Constitution to provide to draw the maps for the that legislative districts be 2022 election, but they were drawn by an Independent unable to reach a consensus, Redistricting Commission AP News reported.

The State (IRC),” Chief Judge Rowan D. Legislature then drew its map, Wilson wrote in the decision sum(Public domain photo) which reportedly favored Demmary. “The Constitution demands ocrats, and the Court of Appeals that process, not districts drawn by courts.

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ruled that the state did not follow procedure in creating the maps.

An independent expert drew the maps that, along with strong Republican voter turnout, led to flipping seats in New York City and the suburbs.

Democrats then filed a lawsuit, which went to the Court of Appeals, alleging that the courtdrawn map was not supposed to be used for more than one election.

“We are pleased with the Court of Appeals’ decision and look forward to getting back to work with our colleagues as soon as possible

to ensure that New York’s voters receive the benefit of the historic redistricting reforms they voted for in 2014,” said Ken Jenkins, chair of the IRC. Congressman Anthony D’Esposito, whose representation includes a majority of the Town of Hempstead and City of Long Beach, accused “Albany Democrats” of subverting the will of New Yorkers.

“This push to gerrymander fairly drawn congressional lines is just the most recent iteration of the Democrats’ disregard for Long Island voters,” Rep D’Esposito said.

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The New York State Department Of Transportation Has A New Podcast The stories behind the state’s vast transportation network

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icture this: you’re traveling somewhere upstate to see family or go skiing, and you see a truck ahead of you dumping salt on the highway.

You may have wondered before what goes into a snow and ice response, but now, the New York State Department of Transportation provides an opportunity to hear from DOT employees directly through a podcast called the DOT POD. The podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music, making for easy listening in your vehicle while traveling.

Josh Heller and Anya Kardos are the podcast hosts.

Kardos has worked in the news business for 24 years, starting at the ABC affiliate in Detroit,Mich., moving onto Lansing, Mich. and then to Albany, N.Y. Heller’s background is in sports broadcasting. He did play-by-play broadcasting for mostly hockey teams, traveling the country with different teams until ending up in Albany working for a minor league hockey team. He was doing voiceover work before getting the job at the DOT. “We’re constantly looking for new and innovative ways to get our stories and get our messages out there,” Heller said. “This was just a new way to do that, maybe a new audience to reach, and a way to not only talk about what

we do and why we do it but also the people who are on the ground doing it.”

Kardos added that the podcast gives the public an opportunity to see the people behind the projects and their keen insights on what makes the state’s transportation network work.

“We’re much more than just bridges and structures,” Kardos said. “We are people here. We’re one DOT.”

Heller said that so far, putting together the DOT POD has been a smooth process.

“I think the one thing that struck me when I came here from a news background, as someone who is always looking for the next great story, is that this place is not lacking for that at all,” Kardos said. “There are great stories, not just behind the projects, everywhere you turn, across the state with DOT. And that is what really struck me, from the get-go, is how many great people there are here and all the interesting work that they’re doing.”

Heller said he was impressed when he found out that the DOT is made up of almost 8,000 employees.

“That blew my mind, just how a well-oiled machine has to be for things that frankly we take for granted,” Heller said. “The amount of work that goes into what we see every day is staggering.” The DOT POD, for

now, updates every two weeks.

Podcast titles released so far include “Harry White Joins the DOT POD,” “Snow and Ice Spectacular” and “Road Salt.”

When asked what has been the most interesting part of organizing this podcast series, Kardos said it’s been getting to know the DOT employees outside of their careers.

“There’s a lot of folks here who have amazing hobbies,” Kardos said. “There are some folks who are really into beekeeping, maple syrup making, dance and comedy, like with Harry White. Our first episode featured Harry White, because he uses a mix of humor to kind of express very complex ideas.”

Harry White is a bridge engineer with

decades of experience who is known for combining his wit and hilarious anecdotes to break down concepts behind the department’s bridge designs. And while he jokes that he makes “tens of dollars” as a stand-up comic, he has opened for some A-List comedians.

On the show, White discusses his passion for engineering and making serious ideas fun while also widening the door for the next generation of engineers in New York.

Recruiting the next generation of DOT employees was not the impetus for the DOT POD; however, both Heller and Kardos said, it certainly has the ability for people who are looking to make a change in their lives to explore what a career with the DOT might look like.

“I think it definitely opens a window of a perspective of what someone can do here,” Kardos said. “If you’re a young person and you’re interested in the mechanical trades, there’s so many programs. We have an internship program, we have a partnership with the [State University of New York] Illustration Getty Images

SUNY system, and we have a lot of outreach and connections within the communities of the state that really open doors for people who might be considering a career with DOT.” So far, Heller said, the feedback from the DOT POD has been positive, both internally and externally.

“It’s been great so far,” Heller said.

To listen to episodes of the DOT POD, visit webapps.dot.ny.gov/podcast.

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