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Blakeman, LaRocco Recruit Locals To Deputize In Emergencies

The county exec shrugged off concerns about yet another bold, political move

JANET BURNS

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is back in the news this spring after putting out a call for new Nassau County Provisional Special Deputy Sheriffs, to be activated in case of emergency to protect things like utility warehouses and retail stores.

In March, Blakeman and Nassau County Sheriff Anthony LaRocco published an ad in Newsday looking for applicants to become on-call special deputies in emergency scenarios, offering some basic training and $150 a day when activated, without liability in case of on-the-job injury.

The Nassau County Sheriff’s Department also posted the ad on social media on March 15, and posted it on the county’s website as a PDF ahead of the March 31 application deadline.

The non-union position would be created under New York State County Law 655, which states, “For the protection of human life and property during an emergency, the sheriff may deputize orally or in writing such number of additional special deputies as he deems necessary.”

The ad includes lists of required and preferred qualifications, including a pistol license a stated preference for former law enforcement or security guards, and the following introduction:

“Nassau County has a population of 1.4 million people and borders New York City’s borough of Queens to the west, and Suffolk County to the east. It is the most densely populated and second-most populous county in the State of New York, outside of New York City. The safety and security of all residents in Nassau County is our paramount concern.”

“In our continual efforts to be prepared and in the abundance of caution, pursuant to New York State County Law § 655, County Executive Blakeman in coordination with Sheriff Anthony LaRocco are establishing a team of Provisional Emergency Special Deputy Sheriffs for the protection of human life and property during an emergency.

Provisional Emergency Special Deputy Sheriffs will have no police powers unless an emergency is declared by the County Executive and they are activated.”

Blakeman told news outlets this month that the special deputies wouldn’t be patrolling like regular police, but rather standing guard over infrastructure, property, and ultimately human lives during states of emergency, i.e. following a catastrophic storm.

“I have a background in homeland security, so I know the most important thing you can do is plan for any emergency,” Blakeman stated to NBC Channel 4 New York.

Nassau isn’t the first U.S. county to make headlines for proposing to deputize locals over the past few years. Since 2020, counties or municipalities in Illinois, Louisiana, Virginia, Arizona, and other states have announced

this intention, though it seems unlikely that these state-of-emergency squads have actually been activated since.

Critics of the Nassau plan have suggested that authorizing special deputies to guard infrastructure or commerce during an emergency doesn’t seem like it will be particularly helpful, and could potentially present certain dangers to both the public and the special deputies themselves, who receive comparitively minimal training for the work they’d be asked to do.

Others have contended, as in recent media reports, that additional police during emergencies simply aren’t likely to be needed, too.

For example, looting of damaged or shuttered stores after Hurricane Sandy was minimal, according to news reports from that time, and was seemingly limited to scattered instances in the Rockaways, Staten Island, and New Jersey, all of which were followed by arrests.

During the police brutality protests of summer 2020 following the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, things remained quite peaceful on Long Island compared to many cities and towns. Marches mostly stayed on sidewalks, and only one instance that could be described as looting happened in Nassau County, according to available records: specifically, three people burglarized a single shoe store in Hempstead, after which officers quickly arrived on the scene and arrested the individuals in question.

Regarding Blakeman’s proposal, Alternate Deputy Minority Leader Siela A. Bynoe commented by email, “Nassau residents benefit from the protection of highly capable and trained law enforcement, public safety and emergency response professionals employed within the County framework.”

“In recent years, the Legislature has worked collaboratively with police unions and the administration to furnish officers with resources such as deescalation training, body cameras, and embedded mental health professionals on crisis call responses to minimize use of force incidents and improve outcomes during police and community interactions.”

She continued, “This approach increased respect in our communities for law enforcement, and I would hate for our progress to be eroded by an ill-conceived effort that seems like a recipe for disaster.”

Legislative Minority Leader Delia DeRiggi-Whitton also spoke out against the plan, and was publicly rebuked by Blakeman soon after.

In early April, DeRiggi-Whitton told Patch, “I’ve had some people tell me it’s actually causing them a lot of anxiety ... It reminds them not only of the Wild West but of times in Europe with uncertainty. There was something called the Brownshirts, which was basically having civilians all of a sudden become part of law enforcement without the training,” she said, summarizing the words of her constituents.

On April 4, Blakeman held a last-minute press conference at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center (“despite not receiving specific approval to appear, according to the center,” Patch reported) and suggested that DeRiggi-Whitton’s comment was antisemitic, even calling for her resignation.

A car in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn sits crushed by a fallen tree after Hurricane Sandy. (Credit: bigmike33x via Flickr)

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman (Via Facebook)

Nassau County Sheriff Anthony LaRocco (Via nysheriffs.org)

Snapshots From Easter Weekend

Celebrations across our area saw clear skies and warm smiles

On Friday, March 29, the

Easter Bunny hopped by the Westbury Memorial Public Library for a quick visit. (Courtesy of Westbury Memorial Public Library)

Llamas Stella and Becky stopped by the Village of Westbury’s annual Easter Egg hunt to greet neighbors. (Photo by Alex Nuñez)

The 69th annual Garden City Easter Day Car Parade, hosted by the Garden City Chamber of Commerce, was a hit for all ages under blue skies on Easter Sunday. (Photos by Stephen Takacs)

After being rained out the prior week, it was nothing but blue skies on Saturday, March 30 for the annual Westbury Village Easter Egg Hunt. (Photos by Ray Muntz)

Hundreds of parishioners from St. Brigid’s in Westbury gathered at Nickerson Beach on Good Friday for an annual Sunrise Mass. (Photos by Alex Nuñez)

SCHOOL NEWS

New Hyde Park Chamber Welcomes Curry Days

North High Teacher Recognized By Harvard Club Of Long Island

North High School English teacher

The Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest member. Curry Days celebrated their grand opening on March 22nd, 2024. Gathered were Chamber board members, elected officials, and business

Edward Baluyut has been recognized as a 2024 Harvard Club of Long Island (HCLI) Distinguished Teacher. HCLI Distinguished Teacher honorees are nominated by Harvard undergraduates for the lasting impression that they have had on students’ lives.

Mr. Baluyut is a 25-year veteran English teacher at North High who has taught a wide range of courses, including Journalism, AP Language, AP Literature, English 10 Honors, and English 9 Regents classes. Since 2003, Mr. Baluyut has served as the Director and English teacher of the Community School, an alternative program within North High. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he also serves as the faculty advisor for Guide Post, the North High student newspaper.

owners, along with their family and friends. After the ribbon cutting, everyone witnessed the lighting ceremony, to signify blessings and light for a bright and successful future.

— Submitted by the New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce

South High School’s 54th Annual Opera Scheduled For April 12-13

NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS

SCO Family Of Services Holds “Get To Know SCO” Open House

Prior to working at North High, Mr. Baluyut taught for one year at the University of the Philippines, one year at Grace Dodge Vocational High School in the Bronx, and two years at White Plains High School. In 2021, he was selected by American Councils for International Education to train English teachers in Uzbekistan.

Mr. Baluyut was nominated by a North High graduate who is currently enrolled at Harvard. “Edward taught me the importance of thinking critically as an individual, a skill that I attempt to apply daily at Harvard,” reads part of the nomination letter.

The former student also wrote about Mr. Baluyut’s effective teaching methods and the ways he supports students’ individual growth and character development through the Community School program.

L to R: Past President Jeanette Frisina, 1st VP Saveeta Barnes, Board Member Zaleena Schooler, Sandy Portnoy from the Lakeville Civic Association, Fran Becker from the Nassau County Clerk’s office, Assemblyman Ed Ra, Co-Owner Thaz and Madhu Pillai, Past President Peter Caputo, Nassau County Legislator Scott Strauss, North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Current President Donna Pagano, North Hempstead Council Member Dennis Walsh, Village of NHP Trustee Eve Sheikh, Board Member Smith Lukose-Khan, Board Member Frank Miranda, Dee, North Hempstead Council Member Christine Liu, Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava, Board Member Rosanne Spinner and Past President Cheryl Fajardo. (Courtesy of the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce)

TOWN NEWS

In a congratulatory letter, Dr. Judith Esterquest, Chair of the HCLI Distinguished Teacher Selection Committee, thanked Mr. Baluyut for his contributions to his students, his school, and the Long Island community. “You have set high standards, modeled disciplined effort and long hours, and shared your love of learning.”

—Submitted by the Great Neck Public School District

“Spring Fling” Senior Dances

Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and members of the Town Board recently attended the Town’s Senior “Spring Fling” Dances at Charles Fuschillo Park and Clinton G. Martin Park on March 15 and March 22. Nearly 300 seniors were welcomed with open arms to the events by the Town of North Hempstead’s Department of Community Services who provided afternoons of dancing, food, and games. These events are part of the department’s full slate of programming for seniors that take place all year at multiple Town locations. If you or someone you know wants to learn more about senior events, please call 311.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

In mid-March, SCO Family of Services held an Open House at the administrative headquarters in Garden City. The event was an opportunity for friends and community members to stop by and get to know a little more about SCO.

The Great Neck South High School Music Department will proudly present Puccini’s La Bohème on Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13 at 7 p.m. in the Ruel E. Tucker Auditorium, 341 Lakeville Road. This production continues South High School’s 54-year tradition of presenting a fully staged and costumed opera, accompanied by an orchestra. Students will perform in the original language with English supertitles.

a great love story comes a beautiful score, including arias like “Musetta’s Waltz” and “Yes, they call me Mimì” (Si, mi chiamano Mimì).

This opera production is under the musical direction of Dr. Janine Robinson, vocal music teacher; conducted by Michael Schwartz, performing arts department head; and directed by Robert Stivanello.

A classic tale of tragic romance, La Bohème is a great opera for beginners and regulars alike. It’s an unforgettable story of two young, bohemian lovers in Paris. When young poet Rodolfo meets seamstress Mimì, it’s love at first sight. But faced by the cruel realities of poverty and ill health, will the flame that burns between them flicker and die? Or will the timeless strength of their youthful passion withstand every trial and tribulation that life can throw at them? With

Staff from SCO’s Long Island programs were on hand to speak to attendees about the services they provide and the children, youth, adults, and families they help. Programs included services for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, health & wellness programs on the Madonna Heights campus, the Robert J. McMahon Children’s Center and Tyree Learning Center, and SCO’s Foster Care program.

In addition, the Human Resources Department shared the job opportunities that SCO has on Long Island, and the Development Department showcased the many ways individuals and corporations can get involved in support of SCO.

Girl Scouts from SCO’s Beacon at MS 35 showed off their entrepreneurial skills selling Girl Scout cookies at the event. They were, of course, a big hit!

Citations were presented to SCO Family of Services President & CEO Suzette Gordon by representatives of

Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for senior citizens, and $10 for students and children. Tickets may be purchased online in advance at www.showtix4u.com/events/26290, or purchased at the door on the night of the performance. There will be open seating for both performances.

For more information, contact Mr. Schwartz at 516-441-4851 or mschwartz@ greatneck.k12.ny.us.

—Submitted by the Great Neck Public School District

Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, Assemblywoman Gina L. Sillitti, and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

A special thanks to our government friends for their continued support: Nassau Deputy County Executive Anissa Moore, Nassau Legislator Samantha A. Goetz, and Nassau Legislator Scott Davis.

Thank you, as well, to SCO Board Member and Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips for her continued support.

— Submitted by SCO Family of Services

Youth Police Academy For High School Students

North Hempstead Town Councilmember Mariann Dalimonte, Nassau County Police Department and the Port Washington Police Department are teaming up to offer high school students, grades nine through 12, the opportunity to learn more about the operations of local law enforcement. The Youth Police Academy will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (lunch is provided) at the Police Academy Headquarters, 1 Law Enforcement Way, Garden City.

“Each and every day, members of our local police departments work tirelessly to keep our communities safe,” said Councilmember Dalimonte. “There is a tremendous amount of work involved in safeguarding the welfare of residents across our wonderful Town, and I believe the Youth Police Academy will give our young leaders terrific insight into the daily operations of law enforcement. I encourage any student

that is interested to take advantage of this incredible opportunity to learn from Nassau County’s and Port Washington’s finest.”

The Youth Police Academy will provide a vast amount of information that will give our young citizens a thorough understanding of how our police departments function. The Youth Police Academy will include:

• Education about various policing units, including aviation, mounted and K-9

• Physical training, defensive tactics, and an obstacle course

• Education about procedures, leadership, ethics, teamwork, and effective communication

• A Police Academy Certificate will be presented to each student at the conclusion of the event.

Registration is required. To register, please visit https://forms.gle/ vtTDUJeKPG4DMQxq5.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

Local Girl Scouts strike a pose at their booth at the SCO Family of Services open house in Garden City. (Courtesy of SCO Family of Services)

Edward Baluyut (Contributed photo)

South High School will present La Bohème on April 12 and April 13. (Contributed photo)

North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and members of the Town Board welcomed attendees to the Senior “Spring Fling” dance at Clinton G. Martin Park (Contributed photos)

CARLE PLACE STUDENTS PRESENT LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Carle Place High School students took the stage in front of family, friends, and community members in March for their production of

WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER SELECTED AS TOP 10 CHICK-FIL-A LEADER ACADEMY EDUCATOR

Westbury High School teacher

Naomi Parisette was recently named a Chick-fil-A Leader Academy 10 Year Celebration honoree for her exceptional work imbuing students with leadership skills and facilitating community service. Ms. Parisette was one of only 10 educators to receive this prestigious award out of 1,068 participating schools throughout the country.

“We congratulate Ms. Parisette on this honor and wish her continued success,” said Westbury School District Superintendent Tahira A. DuPree Chase.

Ms. Parisette is an English language arts teacher at Westbury High School and a dedicated National Student Council advisor. She has long enhanced students’ writing and reading comprehension, organized homecoming dances and etiquette dinners, facilitated letter-writing campaigns to veterans, and served as a lead facilitator of Chick-fil-A Leader Academy. She is a model educator who inspires Westbury scholars to positively impact their community and continue their development as the next generation of leaders.

“We are so proud of Ms. Parisette’s recognition as the best of the best,” said Westbury High School Principal David Zimbler. “Her selection as a top 10 honoree

out of 1,068 schools is nothing short of incredible.”

Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is a nationwide high school leadership development program that provides students with the skills and resources to thrive and engage in student-led service projects. Through a partnership between high schools and local Chick-fil-A owner-operators, teachers mentor students and encourage teamwork, compassion, and ingenuity through the program’s Leader Labs curriculum.

According to the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy website, the program has impacted more than 193,000 students across the United States since its establishment in 2013. As an active program in 45 states, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy has contributed over two million community service hours.

In honor of 10 successful years of the program, Chick-fil-A decided to recognize 10 outstanding participating educators. Teachers were nominated by Chick-fil-A owner-operators, and students submitted essays and video submissions highlighting the impact of their respective educator. Through this highly selective process, Ms. Parisette was chosen as one of the exemplary lead facilitators to be honored.

— Submitted by Westbury Union Free School District

STEWART SCHOOL’S SERVICE-LEARNING PROGRAM MAKES A MEANINGFUL IMPACT

Stewart School in Garden City continues its tradition of community service through its innovative Service-Learning Program, empowering students to make a difference while developing valuable skills.

Service learning, a cornerstone of Stewart School’s educational approach, engages students in handson experiences that promote active participation in organized service activities. Through this method, students not only learn academics but also develop important life skills such as empathy, responsibility and teamwork.

One of the highlights of Stewart School’s service initiatives is the “With a Purpose” events, where students have the opportunity to purchase pizza or pretzels during lunch or snack times. The profits from these events are then donated

to various charities, chosen by the students themselves through a rigorous proposal process.

In a recent “With a Purpose” event held on March 15, students rallied behind fourth-grader Jackson Gallogly’s proposal to support St. Mary’s Hospital for Children in Bayside, Queens. The St. Mary’s Hospital for Children is committed to improving the health and quality of life for children, young adults and families with special healthcare needs. Jackson’s heartfelt connection to the hospital, combined with his dedication to helping children in need, inspired his peers to contribute generously. As the ambassador for the event, Jackson took charge of promoting the initiative and making announcements, showcasing leadership qualities beyond his years.

The event was a resounding success, with more than $1,000 raised on March 15 alone and a total of $16,710 donated to various charities throughout the year.

Stewart School takes pride in its Service-Learning Program, which instills values of compassion and altruism and also fosters a sense of community and social responsibility among students.

“We are immensely proud of our students’ dedication to giving back to the community,” said Brenda McCarthy, reading teacher and coordinator of the event. “Their passion for service-learning is truly inspiring, and we look forward to nurturing this spirit of generosity in future generations.”

— Submitted by Garden City Public Schools

WHEATLEY SCHOOL STUDENTS FEATURED IN COUNTY ART EXHIBITION

A group of six talented students from The Wheatley School at the East Williston Union Free School District participated in this year’s Art Supervisors Association All County Art Exhibition, which was held at W.T. Clarke High School on March 10.

Students Tiffany Yung, Allison Belaks, Pavithra Eswar, Elyse Yan, Maya George and Kallie Tzoumas each had a piece of artwork featured in the exhibit. The experience allows students to view the artwork of their peers from across Long Island school districts and communities and get inspired to continue to create.

— Submitted by the East Williston Union Free School District

HERRICKS STUDENTS SELECTED FOR EXHIBITION AT HECKSCHER MUSEUM OF ART

Two Herricks High School art students have been selected to have artwork displayed at the prestigious “Long Island’s Best: Young Artists at the Heckscher Museum” art exhibition.

Senior Katherine Cha and sophomore Alexandra Tsang were among the top 80 student artists to have works chosen to be featured in the gallery. This competition is the only juried high school art competition on Long Island and receives over 500 submissions from school districts throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.

The “Long Island’s Best: Young Artists” exhibition opened on Saturday, March 23 and runs through May 5 at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington.

L to R: The Wheatley School students Tiffany Yung, Allison Belaks, Pavithra Eswar, Elyse Yan, Maya George and Kallie Tzoumas each had a piece featured in this year’s All County Art Exhibition. (Courtesy of the East Williston Union Free School District)

Little Shop of Horrors. (Courtesy of the Carle Place School District)

Second Annual Shrink Wrap

Westbury Baseball Showcased On LIU Post Field

Second Annual Shrink Wrap Recycling Program At Manorhaven Beach Park

Recycling Program At Manorhaven Beach Park

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The Westbury High School baseball team had a unique opportunity to play a featured game on the LIU Post campus on Monday, April 1. The Dragons faced off against the Uniondale Knights in a non-league matchup on the final morning of their holiday break.

Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board are hosting the Town’s 2nd Annual Shrink Wrap Recycling Program in April. The program allows boaters and Town residents to recycle their shrink wrap materials, helping reduce waste and protect the environment at no cost to the Town of North Hempstead. Last year’s inaugural program was a tremendous success, ultimately collecting 3.65 tons, or 7,300 pounds of shrink wrap material.

Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board are hosting the Town’s 2nd Annual Shrink Wrap Recycling Program in April. The program allows boaters and Town residents to recycle their shrink wrap materials, helping reduce waste and protect the environment at no cost to the Town of North Hempstead. Last year’s inaugural program was a tremendous success, ultimately collecting 3.65 tons, or 7,300 pounds of shrink wrap material.

Westbury then took a 4-1 lead with leadoff hitter Nabeel Jafar scoring two runs, and the team stealing four bases in the first two innings. Unfortunately, Westbury lost its grip on the early lead as light rain fell all morning. Things unraveled for the Dragons in the 4th and 5th when the Knights batted around their order in each inning.

Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Shrink wrap is a popular plastic material used to protect boats and other outdoor equipment during winter months. Unfortunately, the waste generated from a typical boat wrapping can result in more than 15 pounds of plastic. This plastic is bound for landfills where it can take hundreds of years to break down.

Shrink wrap is a popular plastic material used to protect boats and other outdoor equipment during winter months. Unfortunately, the waste generated from a typical boat wrapping can result in more than 15 pounds of plastic. This plastic is bound for landfills where it can take hundreds of years to break down.

Uniondale ultimately won the game 20-6 by mercy rule in 5 innings.

This year’s Shrink Wrap Recycling Program will run from Monday, April 1 through Tuesday, April 30. Collections will be accepted daily at Manorhaven Beach

This year’s Shrink Wrap Recycling Program will run from Monday, April 1 through Tuesday, April 30. Collections will be accepted daily at Manorhaven Beach

“We wanted to give the kids an opportunity to play on a Division I college field,” said Ryan Mulholland, Westbury head coach, who worked with LIU Post to organize the neutral-site game.

Both teams brought energy to the college facility, which features two enclosed bullpen areas, a batting cage, and outfield dimensions as large as 400 feet from home plate. Uniondale went up 1-0 in the 1st inning, but Westbury pitcher, Abhay Patel got out of a jam with runners on base.

“The pitching and fielding got away from us and it didn’t work out the way we would have liked this time,” said coach Mulholland.

“One of my priorities is the preservation of this beautiful, natural environment that North Hempstead calls home,” said Supervisor DeSena. “So, for several years we’ve worked on a number of projects that enhance our green spaces, limit fossil fuel usage, and create healthier ecosystems, both

“One of my priorities is the preservation of this beautiful, natural environment that North Hempstead calls home,” said Supervisor DeSena. “So, for several years we’ve worked on a number of projects that enhance our green spaces, limit fossil fuel usage, and create healthier ecosystems, both

on land and in the water. It’s up to us, that’s why I encourage my neighbors throughout North Hempstead to take advantage of this innovative program come April.”

on land and in the water. It’s up to us, that’s why I encourage my neighbors throughout North Hempstead to take advantage of this innovative program come April.”

Council Member Mariann Dalimonte who initiated the shrink wrap program last year added, “This is a great opportunity for our community to come together and make a positive and lasting impact on our environment. By recycling these materials, we reduce waste and ensure our planet remains a beautiful place to live for future generations.”

Council Member Mariann Dalimonte who initiated the shrink wrap program last year added, “This is a great opportunity for our community to come together and make a positive and lasting impact on our environment. By recycling these materials, we reduce waste and ensure our planet remains a beautiful place to live for future generations.”

The Shrink Wrap Recycling Program is designed to provide a convenient and

The Shrink Wrap Recycling Program is designed to provide a convenient and environmentally friendly way for residents

Hempstead initiative, please call 311.

Recycling Program, or any Town of North Hempstead initiative, please call 311.

—Submitted

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Free Narcan Training For Residents

Free Narcan Training For Residents

Nevertheless, the event was an opportunity for the student-athletes involved to experience a college ballpark and dream bigger.

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board are pleased to announce that the Town is partnering with Northwell Health to hold a free opioid overdose prevention workshop for residents on Monday, April 8 at 3 p.m. at the “Yes We Can” Community Center, 141 Garden St., Westbury.

“We try to do something like this every year,” said coach Mulholland. “We don’t have playoff games in our conference here so they may not get the opportunity to play on this field otherwise.”

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board are pleased to announce that the Town is partnering with Northwell Health to hold a free opioid overdose prevention workshop for residents on Monday, April 8 at 3 p.m. at the “Yes We Can” Community Center, 141 Garden St., Westbury.

“There’s no doubt that the opioid epi-

“There’s no doubt that the opioid epi-

The Dragons have fourteen league games remaining on their schedule against Hempstead, Lawrence, Roosevelt, and Elmont.

demic is one of the most pressing issues we face in this country today and Long Island is not immune to it. It seems as if every community has experienced these tragedies,” said Supervisor DeSena. “That’s why North Hempstead has joined our long-time partners in care at Northwell to teach our residents how to use Narcan. The course is open to anyone, but if you do know some- sons

demic is one of the most pressing issues we face in this country today and Long Island is not immune to it. It seems as if every community has experienced these tragedies,” said Supervisor DeSena. “That’s why North Hempstead has joined our long-time partners in care at Northwell to teach our residents how to use Narcan. The course is open to anyone, but if you do know some-

North Hempstead Secures $3 Million Federal Grant

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North Hempstead Secures $3 Million Federal Grant Funds will launch Graywater Project at Harbor Links Golf Course

North Hempstead Town Supervisor

North Hempstead Town Supervisor

Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board announced that a recent federal grant from U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer will allow them to move forward on a key project in the Town’s long-term capital plan. The $3 million grant will fund a Graywater Irrigation Project that utilizes stormwater from a nearby landfill to irrigate Harbor Links Golf Course, thereby decreasing the Town’s freshwater consumption while also reducing the Town’s footprint on the environment. Supervisor DeSena and her grant support team traveled to Washington DC for two years consecutively to advocate for the Town’s grant applications. She commented, “Gray is the new Green thanks to Senator Schumer! The single act of reducing water consumption at Harbor Links will have a tremendous positive impact on our environment. But the Links are one of our park system’s gems, so we had to find a way to do that while keeping those greens pristine for golfers. Thanks to the Senator, we can now do both.”

Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board announced that a recent federal grant from U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer will allow them to move forward on a key project in the Town’s long-term capital plan. The $3 million grant will fund a Graywater Irrigation Project that utilizes stormwater from a nearby landfill to irrigate Harbor Links Golf Course, thereby decreasing the Town’s freshwater consumption while also reducing the Town’s footprint on the environment. Supervisor DeSena and her grant support team traveled to Washington DC for two years consecutively to advocate for the Town’s grant applications. She commented, “Gray is the new Green thanks to Senator Schumer! The single act of reducing water consumption at Harbor Links will have a tremendous positive impact on our environment. But the Links are one of our park system’s gems, so we had to find a way to do that while keeping those greens pristine for golfers. Thanks to the Senator, we can now do both.”

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

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

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from the rear property line, where a minimum of 48 feet is required, (b) 230-8(G), to permit an aggregate side yard setback of 30 feet, where a minimum setback of 35 feet is required, and (c)230-39, to permit an impervious surface coverage of 7,056 square feet, where a maximum of 6,654 square feet is permitted. Premises are designated as Section 2, Block 4, Lots 110 and 115 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map. At the said time and place, all interested persons may be heard with respect to the foregoing matters.

Gillibrand and Congressman Suozzi - over $3 million for the Town’s longtime priority of reducing water consumption at Harbor Links and for the recycled water that will be used. The project will be a model for other public and private golf courses and will ensure our island - not just Harbor Links - is green into the future.”

Gillibrand and Congressman Suozzi - over $3 million for the Town’s longtime priority of reducing water consumption at Harbor Links and for the recycled water that will be used. The project will be a model for other public and private golf courses and will ensure our island - not just Harbor Links - is green into the future.”

is permitted. Premises are designated as Section 2, Block 4, Lots 110 and 115 on the Nassau Coun ty Land and Tax Map. At the said time and place, all interested persons may be heard with respect to the fore going matters.

Robert Stephen Bernstein, 85, of Lake Success, NY, passed away on March 26, 2024. He was born on March 13, 1939, in Rockville Centre, NY.

Robert Stephen Bernstein, 85, of Lake Success, NY, passed away on March 26, 2024. He was born on March 13, 1939, in Rockville Centre, NY.

Funds will launch Graywater Project at Harbor Links Golf Course

often referred to as “gray water” will have no effect on the course aesthetics or the quality of play there.

often referred to as “gray water” will have no effect on the course aesthetics or the quality of play there.

Bob served honorably in the US Navy and Navy Reserve for 27 years, retiring as a Navy Captain. He was a dedicated veteran who exemplified commitment and courage throughout his military career.

Bob served honorably in the US Navy and Navy Reserve for 27 years, retiring as a Navy Captain. He was a dedicated veteran who exemplified commitment and courage throughout his military career.

that a meeting wil be held as to the following

Village of Great Neck Estates

Date: April 18, 2024

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a meeting wil be held as to the following Agency: Board of Appeals

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Date: April 18, 2024

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Any person having a disability which would inhibit attendance at or participation in the hearing should notify the Village Clerk at least three business days prior to the hearing, so that reasonable efforts may be made to facilitate such attendance and participation.

Village of Great Neck Estates

Place: Village Hall, 4 Atwater Plaza, Great Neck, New York

Senator Schumer added, “Protecting Long Island’s sole-source drinking water aquifer and the region’s environment is more important now than ever, and that’s why I’m proud to deliver - along with Senator

Senator Schumer added, “Protecting Long Island’s sole-source drinking water aquifer and the region’s environment is more important now than ever, and that’s why I’m proud to deliver - along with Senator

the same address, until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at which time and place they will be opened and read aloud. There will be no discussion at the time of bid opening. Bids submitted after this time and date will not be considered. Incomplete bids may not be considered. The School District reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bids, reject any or all bids, and/or make a full or partial award.

Any person having a dis ability which would inhibit attendance at or participation in the hearing should noti fy the Village Clerk at least three business days prior to the hearing, so that reason able efforts may be made to facilitate such attendance and participation.

Place: Village Hall, 4 Atwater Plaza, Great Neck, New York

Subject: (Case #1-2024) Application of Nisha and Rajiv Yadlapalli, 31 Mirrielees Circle, Great Neck Estates, New York, to construct a swimming pool and wood deck, which construction requires variances of the following Village Code sections: (a) 230-8(F) and 230-30, to permit the pool to be 30 feet and the pool surround 23 feet

Subject: (Case #1-2024) Application of Nisha and Rajiv Yadlapalli, 31 Mirrielees Circle, Great Neck Estates, New York, to construct a swimming pool and wood deck, which construction requires variances of the following Village Code sections: (a) 230-8(F) and 230-30, to permit the pool to be 30 feet and the pool surround 23 feet

2024, at which time and place they will be opened and read aloud. There will be no discussion at the time of bid opening. Bids submitted after this time and date will not be considered. Incomplete bids may not be considered. The School District reserves the right to waive any informalities in the bids, reject any or all bids, and/or make a full or partial award.

Harbor Links in Port Washington is the Town of North Hempstead’s only public golf course, and reducing its water consumption has long been a top priority for public officials. On average, the course uses approximately 36 million gallons of water per year and has historically been one of the largest water users in the Port Washington Water District. The much-anticipated switch to effluent water,

Al relevant documents may be inspected at the office of the Village Clerk, 4 Atwater Plaza, Great Neck Estates, New York, during regular business hours.

Al relevant documents may be inspected at the office of the Village Clerk, 4 Atwater Plaza, Great Neck Estates, New York, during regular business hours.

Dated: March 27, 2024

Dated:

Harbor Links in Port Washington is the Town of North Hempstead’s only public golf course, and reducing its water consumption has long been a top priority for public officials. On average, the course uses approximately 36 million gallons of water per year and has historically been one of the largest water users in the Port Washington Water District. The much-anticipated switch to effluent water,

Changing government regulations and water availability have led to an increase in the use of gray water to irrigate golf facilities across the United States.

He was the proud owner of Zenith Graphic Supply, providing offset printing supplies to the publishing industry. Bob was a respected businessman known for his professionalism and integrity.

He was the proud owner of Zenith Graphic Supply, providing offset printing supplies to the publishing industry. Bob was a respected businessman known for his professionalism and integrity.

Changing government regulations and water availability have led to an increase in the use of gray water to irrigate golf facilities across the United States. The Town’s feasibility study identified an ideal relationship between the Town’s Landfill and its Golf Course with respect to the recovery, distribution,

Bob was an active member in Masonry for over 50 years, achieving the rank of Right Worshipful Master in New York State. In 1984, he was elected as a Village of Lake Success Trustee which was followed by his election to Mayor of the Village for four successive terms. In recent years, he was very active in Veterans affairs and local environmental issues. He was also a lifelong Knicks season ticket holder and fan, celebrating life events at MSG when the Knicks were playing.

Bob was an active member in Masonry for over 50 years, achieving the rank of Right Worshipful Master in New York State. In 1984, he was elected as a Village of Lake Success Trustee which was followed by his election to Mayor of the Village for four successive terms. In recent years, he was very active in Veterans affairs and local environmental issues. He was also a lifelong Knicks season ticket holder and fan, celebrating life events at MSG when the Knicks

He is survived by his loving wife, Carol Bernstein; sister, Carolyn Wachtel; sons, Michael Bernstein (Veronica) and Alexander Harrow (Vivian); daughter, Sharon Harrow (Fabio Pinat); grandchildren, Maxwell Harrow, Miriam Harrow, Lucas Bernstein, Jacob Bernstein, and Bekah Bernstein.

He is survived by his loving wife, Carol Bernstein; sister, Carolyn Wachtel; sons, Michael Bernstein (Veronica) and Alexander Harrow (Vivian); daughter, Sharon Harrow (Fabio Pinat); grandchildren, Maxwell Harrow, Miriam Harrow, Lucas Bernstein, Jacob Bernstein, and Bekah Bernstein.

Work would include: Improvements to the existing irrigation lined pond and the installation of floating aerators to improve water quality; Incorporation of the existing unlined overflow pond into the irrigation pond supply network. The pond has a greater overall capacity than the adjacent lined pond and will include floating aerators and new interconnecting piping to maximize useable volume; Installation of a new permanent pump station in the landfill south retention basin to transfer stormwater to the irrigation ponds on an “as-needed” basis; Upgrades to existing irrigation pond pumping systems, replacing pumps and piping inside the building and new interconnecting piping between irrigation pond and pumps.

Work would include: Improvements to the existing irrigation lined pond and the installation of floating aerators to improve water quality; Incorporation of the existing unlined overflow pond into the irrigation pond supply network. The pond has a greater overall capacity than the adjacent lined pond and will include floating aerators and new interconnecting piping to maximize useable volume; Installation of a new permanent pump station in the landfill south retention basin to transfer stormwater to the irrigation ponds on an “as-needed” basis; Upgrades to existing irrigation pond pumping systems, replacing pumps and piping inside the building and new interconnecting piping between irrigation pond and pumps.

Bob worshipped at Central Synagogue in Rockville Centre, NY, and Temple Beth El in Great Neck, NY.

Bob worshipped at Central Synagogue in Rockville Centre, NY, and Temple Beth El in Great Neck, NY.

A funeral service was held at Riverside North Chapel in Great Neck, NY, on March 28, 2024.

A funeral service was held at Riverside North Chapel in Great Neck, NY, on March 28, 2024.

The Town’s feasibility study identified an ideal relationship between the Town’s Landfill and its Golf Course with respect to the recovery, distribution,

and reuse of graywater for irrigation water. The plan calls for the recovery and reuse of stormwater runoff (gray water) and treated water from the landfill’s groundwater treatment system thereby reducing the purchase of potable water for irrigating the courses.

and reuse of graywater for irrigation water. The plan calls for the recovery and reuse of stormwater runoff (gray water) and treated water from the landfill’s groundwater treatment system thereby reducing the purchase of potable water for irrigating the courses.

He was the proud dog daddy to Pippa; therefore, In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the North Shore Animal League in Bob’s memory. Riverside North Chapel in Great Neck, NY, assisted with the funeral arrangements.

Situated along Hempstead Harbor, the 168-acre venue boasts both 18-hole and 9-hole golf courses, miniature golf, and event rental space. With native grasses, wildlife habitats and 50 acres of wetlands, the public course is considered one of Long Island’s most unique golfing excursions. The address is 1 W Fairway Dr, Port Washington, NY 11050.

Situated along Hempstead Harbor, the 168-acre venue boasts both 18-hole and 9-hole golf courses, miniature golf, and event rental space. With native grasses, wildlife habitats and 50 acres of wetlands, the public course is considered one of Long Island’s most unique golfing excursions. The address is 1 W Fairway Dr, Port Washington, NY 11050.

He was the proud dog daddy to Pippa; therefore, In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the North Shore Animal League in Bob’s memory. Riverside North Chapel in Great Neck, NY, assisted with the funeral arrangements.

The Town of North Hempstead’s grant team travelled to Washington D.C. to advocate for the plan’s grant application. From L to R: Grants Coordinator Tom Devaney, Deputy Supervisor Joe Scalero, Senator Chuck Schumer, Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, and former Planning Commissioner, Michael Levine.

(Photo by Town of North Hempstead)

sons with breathing problems, severe sleep-

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

The Town of North Hempstead’s grant team travelled to Washington D.C. to advocate for the plan’s grant application. From L to R: Grants Coordinator Tom Devaney, Deputy Supervisor Joe Scalero, Senator Chuck Schumer, Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, and former Planning Commissioner, Michael Levine. (Photo by Town of North Hempstead)

by the Town of North Hempstead

with breathing problems, severe sleep-

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

Abhay Patel gets set to pitch from the stretch with a runner on first base. (Photos by Joe Morreale)

The Westbury team in LIU Post’s cement dugout on the 3rd base line.

Eduar Gurdian Cruz delivers a pitch to catcher Kevin Solorzano.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10

Fresh Fiction Book Club

Discussing Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson. A deliciously funny, sharply observed debut of family, love, and class, this zeitgeisty novel follows three women in one wealthy Brooklyn clan. 6:30 p.m. at Hillside Public Library in New Hyde Park.

St. Francis Hospital Outreach Bus

The St. Francis Hospital Outreach Bus will be at the Hillside Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. to offer screenings for: brief cardiac history, blood pressure, simple blood test for cholesterol and diabetes with appropriate education and referrals. No registration necessary. 18 years and over, please.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

Floral Park Library Book Club

Jess Walter’s Beautiful Ruins is the April Book Club selection. Kathleen King leads the discussion. No registration necessary. New members always welcome. 7:00 p.m at the Floral Park Public Library.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

“Bob Dylan: The Early Years”

This concert pays tribute to one of America’s most influential singer-songwriters of the 1960s. With both guitar and banjo, Drew Velting plays and sings a wide-ranging selection of Dylan’s early original compositions (1961- 1973) along with songs by Woody Guthrie and other folk singers who profoundly influenced and inspired Dylan’s work. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Mineola Memorial Library.

GCFD Recruiting Open House

Stop by the Garden City Fire Department open house for a tour, free coffee, bagels, and donuts, and to sign up from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., rain or shine. Visit gcfdny. com/recruitment for more information.

CPFD Recruiting Open House

The Carle Place Fire Department will host an open house at its headquarters from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All members of the community are invited to tour the facility, see all our apparatus, and participate in a firefighter obstacle course!

SUNDAY, APRIL 14

Carle Place Fun Run

The Carle Place Civic Association will host its annual Fun Run from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Carle Place High School, 168 Cherry Lane.

Buddy Guy: Damn Right Farewell Tour Renowned American blues singer Buddy

Guy plays flagstar at Westbury Music Fair. Tickets from $58.50 via LiveNation. 8:00 p.m.

All Kids Fair

This year’s event at the Samanea New York Mall in Westbury features over 80 exhibitors, three bounce houses, face painters, balloon artists, a photo booth, cotton candy, activity areas, and more for kids and their families to share together, all included with admission. 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

MONDAY, APRIL 15

‘Titanic Trifecta’

The Floral Park Public Library is hosting three events in commemoration of the sinking of the Titanic 112 years ago to the day. Watch A Night to Remember at 1:00 p.m. or Titanic at 3:30 p.m., or listen to “The RMS Titanic...Her Final Days” at 7:00 p.m., or stay for all three!

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LSloth Saga Enters New Phase

Storefront closed, but animals’ whereabouts unknown

COLE McDONNELL

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arry Wallach, owner of the Sloth Encounters business located at 551 Veterans Memorial Highway in Hauppauge, has been in trouble repeatedly with the law for animal violations. The location has finally been vacated of all animals according to the Islip Fire Marshal.

“Nearly two years and several court orders overdue, the animals at Sloth Encounters’ unlawful ramshackle petting zoo have finally been removed; however, this long overdue victory is no consolation for the suffering sloths, kangaroo, capybaras and other animals who remain in the custody of a notorious animal abuser,” says John Di Leonardo, anthrozoologist and executive of Humane Long Island. “Humane Long Island urges the Honorable Judge Santorelli to fine Wallach and his landlord the nearly half a million dollars they owe the town for violating court orders and is urging the USDA to finally save these sloths by confiscating them and placing them in reputable sanctuary homes.”

Judge Santorelli has adjourned Wallach’s contempt charges until April 18th while the Fire Marshals continue to inspect the store and ensure the animals do not return. The judge has not granted an order to seize the animals entirely, which means Wallach may still have the animals in custody at his house or they may be trafficked elsewhere before the court can do anything. He has kept sloths in his garage before to continue doing home encounters. Di Leonardo hopes Wallach will be fined so he can’t use the profits to reopen another business elsewhere. Humane Long Island also urges the USDA to revoke his license so the animals can finally be free of him.

A USDA report that came out on January 30th cited three violations, two of which are considered violations of the federal Animal Welfare Act. A video complaint the USDA received showed an employee hitting a sloth with a spray bottle. The employee was using the water bottle in an attempt to break up a fight between a male and female sloth. One sloth is seen falling to the ground and another sloth is seen with an injury around its mouth. The sloths are also seen being grabbed by the neck and showing signs of distress by attempting to bite and flapping arm motions.

This was a critical violation of the handling of animals; the USDA states that inadequate handling or control of animals during public interactions can lead to

injury to the public and the animals. During public exhibition, any animal must be handled so there is minimal risk of harm to the animal and the public.

The other critical violation comes from the same video because the sloths are not separated. The USDA states that incompatibility between animals housed in the same enclosure increases the risk of negative interactions which can lead to injury or death of the animals. Animals housed in the same primary enclosure must be compatible and cannot interfere with the health of other animals or cause

them discomfort. The male sloth goes after other sloths and there is no physical or visual separation between the sloths.

“Sloths are solitary animals, they’re not herd animals and they’re not flock animals,” says Di Leonardo. “So they don’t want to be touched by people and they also don’t want to be around other sloths. There’s been many reports of these sloths biting people and scratching and fighting one another.”

The third violation of the Animal Welfare Act from the January 30th report was about the general facilities of the business. The food bucket in the kangaroo enclosure had a broken handle. The broken handle left sharp edges exposed to the kangaroo inside the enclosure. The kangaroo could have been injured when eating out of the bucket. The artificial grass floor of the capybara enclosure was damaged. The damaged floor had a flap that is potentially hazardous for the two capybaras inside the enclosure. The USDA states that housing facilities must be appropriate for the species and shall be structurally sound and maintained in good repair to protect the animals from injury. Wallach is no stranger to these violations as he has been cited over 60 times for violating the Animal Welfare Act. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is currently investigating Wallach for his alleged

involvement in the illegal trafficking of two Alaskan bear cubs. Florida police found the bear cubs wandering the streets after they escaped their 200-square-foot chain link enclosure earlier this year. Wallach helped Shea Hensley, who is facing 11 charges revolving around this case, obtain the cubs from a New Jersey zoo by giving him his license to import the bears. Wallach has denied any involvement but he is seen with the same bear cubs who are so young they haven’t opened their eyes yet.

“These animals are going to imprint on humans, they’re never going to learn how to be a bear or to be a sloth. These animals should be in the wild with their mothers, learning how to be wild animals. They shouldn’t be handled for money at a roadside zoo or an old pool supply store next to an ice cream shop,” says Di Leonardo.

Wallach has continued operating through restraining orders, fines, and criminal contempt. He has drugged animals, dumped animals at roadside zoos, and uses these animals for a quick buck and nothing else. He does not care where they go or what happens to the animals afterward.

“Larry Wallach is a very dangerous individual. He doesn’t care about people’s children, he doesn’t care about the animals, all he cares about is his own fame and making money,” said Di Leonardo.

A screengrab from Larry Wallach’s Facebook advertising his Home Invasions in July 2023. (photo via Facebook)

The exterior of the former Sloth Encounters storefront.

(Photo by Humane Long Island)

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TikTok Ban Risks Cutoff For Youth-Run Businesses

LAUREN FELDMAN

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Readers may know TikTok as just another social media app, but for many, particularly Gen Z, TikTok has been not only a social platform but also a means of income. With the question of banning the app being brought forward for government consideration again, what does the future look like for young, independent, online businesses?

Back in mid-March, the House of Representatives passed a bill that would require ByteDance, a reputable Chinese tech company, to ban TikTok in the United States. The legislation, now known as the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Application Act, was forwarded by the U.S. government Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) on March 5. On March 7,

the legislation garnered approval from the Energy and Commerce Committee, as it has been concerned over TikTok’s control by a foreign adversary The bill is currently facing pushback in the Senate and has yet to be approved by the President.

If successful, this legislation could eliminate TikTok from the

United States in as little as six months, which could be devastating for those who have fostered business relations and a customer base through the app.

Social media growth offers innumerable potential to do business in the U.S. and globally. Large followings on Instagram and TikTok have increasingly become

a requisite for cultural, economic, and even political capital.

The influencer market can be especially selective — there is no surefire way to ensure success when algorithms regularly change how viewers are presented with content — but the field holds a lot of appeal to younger people entering the workforce. Especially because in recent years, brands have begun to shift their focus from “mega-influencers” (those with more than a million followers), to “micro-influencers” with less than 100,000 followers, who cost a lot less and tend to specialize in a particular subject. In other words, it’s become a lot easier—and accordingly, much more common—to produce content on social media that makes you money. This has been a trend over the past several years, expedited during the pandemic, when in-person work was sparse and in some cases dangerous. In an economy where dollars

seem to stretch less and less far each year, and even community college can cost tens of thousands, Gen Z has looked to alternative paths into the working world. While it may seem like an easy job to become an influencer, or sell your products online, for the average individual there is a lot of invisible labor that goes into the process. There are certainly downsides to a job through social media. TikTok, like other platforms, has touted flexibility and “being your own boss” as benefits, while being able to avoid providing benefits, insurance, or a minimum wage. Those who have found success on the app might be labeled “lucky” — and they are — but luck has to accompany intense invisible labor and perseverance in the face of a job with little to no security. It is hard not to root for these young people, some of whom are in their teens, who are trying to pave the way for themselves and carve their see TIK TOK on page 13A

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Andrew Malekoff: Longtime Anton Columnist IN MEMORIAM

Andrew Malekoff (1951–2024) was born in Newark, NJ. His parents, Evelyn and Isadore Malekoff, moved the family to Maplewood, NJ, where Andy attended Columbia High School. Following in his father’s footsteps, he was an outstanding student-athlete, receiving the Athlete of the Year Award from Columbia High School and being inducted into the Columbia HS Athletic Hall of Fame in 2020.

A 1973 graduate of Rutgers University, Malekoff majored in economics and served as a big brother for Rutgers Community Action. Continuing his athletic career as a linebacker and defensive captain of the 1972 RU football tea, he also competed in wrestling, lacrosse, and rugby. Andy was also a valued brother in the Delta Upsilon fraternity while at Rutgers.

After graduating, he applied to VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) and was accepted to serve in Grand Island, Nebraska, a low-income Mexican American community. He received his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Adelphi University in 1978, where he also interned at the North Shore Child and Family Guidance Center.

For almost 40 years, Andrew Malekoff, MSW, LCSW, CASAC, served the clients of the North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, the leading children’s mental health agency on Long Island. He worked tirelessly for children suffering from depression, anxiety, abuse, bullying, suicidal ideation, drug addiction, and other crises. A hands-on activist, Malekoff often testified at county and state legislative hearings, bringing the need for support for mental health organizations to the attention of government leaders. Malekoff received numerous awards and accolades for his leadership in human services, including the NY State Social Work Education Association Social Work Practitioner of the Year award.

A prolific writer and editor, Andrew Malekoff served as an adjunct professor at Adelphi and New York University’s Schools of Social Work and on the board of the International Association for Social

Work with Groups. For more than 25 years, he led Social Work with Groups: A Journal of Community and Clinical Practice as editor-in-chief. His acclaimed book, Group Work with Adolescents: Principles and Practice, remains a top choice for the Behavioral Science Book Club, now in its 3rd edition.

Beyond academia, Malekoff was a fixture in public discourse. He penned hundreds of opinion pieces and letters for prestigious publications like The New York Times, Washington Post , Albany Times Union , Newsday, and Anton Media Group. His impactful writing garnered recognition, including the David Award, the New York Press Association Journalism Award, and the Blank Slate Media Folio Award.

Andrew was known for a remarkable blend of qualities: humility, patience, intellect, empathy, and a passion for political activism. He had a relentless appetite for cutting jokes and merciless humor but was happiest navigating the Long Beach boardwalk in the early morning. He is survived by his wife, Dale, a former high school art teacher; his two sons, Jamie and Darren; his daughter-in-law, Annalisa; his brother, Robert; and his sister-in-law, Lisa. Andy passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in his final days. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

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Parents of young children often overlook the need to plan for death or disability. Many believe they don’t have enough assets yet or that anything they have will automatically go to their spouse. However, every young parent needs basic documents – a Will, Power of Attorney and Health Care Proxy – what we term a “Young Family Estate Plan” (YFEP), that formalize their wishes in a variety of unexpected circumstances.

Without a YFEP, if one spouse dies, any assets that were in the husband’s or wife’s name alone will be subject to a court proceeding to name an “administrator” of the estate and New York law decides who gets which assets. The first $50,000 goes to the surviving spouse and the rest is divided 50% to the spouse and 50% to the children. The court will appoint a legal guardian to manage the money for them and then, ready or not, any remaining funds would be turned over to them at age 18.

If your spouse becomes disabled, and you don’t have a Power of Attorney for them, you must petition the court to be appointed as your spouse’s legal guardian to handle their affairs (such as selling or refinancing the house or drawing funds from their accounts). The court may decide against you as legal guardian and appoint someone else.

A YFEP also includes life insurance reviews and recommendations, so in the event your spouse dies you will have the financial resources to raise your children.

A YFEP (1) ensures that all of your spouse’s assets go to you and not half to your children if your spouse dies unexpectedly, (2) allows you to choose the legal guardian for your children, and at what age they will receive the unused assets, (3) avoids guardianship proceedings should your spouse have a disabling accident or illness, and (4) provides the financial wherewithal so that your children may continue to prosper and thrive.

When saying goodnight to your spouse or kissing them on the cheek in the morning as they leave for work, you never know when it will be the last time.

Every time they go off to work, there is always the possibility they won’t be coming back. Sometimes, it’s a tragic car accident; other times, it might be a fatal heart attack. Although tragedy might strike in many different ways, it’s certainly not something you think about every time they leave the house.

Going to work every day and returning in time for dinner is a way of life for most people. It is not unreasonable for our expectations to be shattered if a tragedy occurs.

Except if you are the spouse of a police officer.

I’m sure the spouses of firefighters and others sworn to protect the public feel the same, but I can’t speak to those experiences. But I can talk about my experience as the spouse of a former New York City police officer.

I can tell you that not a day passed while my wife was on the job that I didn’t fear “that” phone call. There was the recurring nightmare of my doorbell ringing and seeing several uniformed

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officers with vacant stares. At the same time, I frantically scanned their faces before realizing my wife was not among them.

To my wife, being a police officer meant she would have a job that provided a pension and medical benefits for life. She wasn’t an officer 24 hours a day. Her service revolver was always locked away when she was off duty. She took a position with Evidence Collection, so most of her first 15 years on the job put her at crime scenes after the fact.

Although it wasn’t a typical 9-5 job (she rotated through 8-4, 4-12, and 12-8 tours), she treated it like any other job. Her assigned detail didn’t prevent her from being used

on jobs involving interaction with the general public, like parades (including most New Year’s Eve details), special events, or disasters. Turning out of Brooklyn North’s 84th Precinct, they were just across the bridge from the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.

After being promoted to sergeant and assigned to the 105 Precinct in Queens, she interacted daily with the public. That included unpredictable jobs like domestic disputes, EDPs (Emotionally Disturbed Persons), retail thefts, and even car accidents. Dealing with people breaking the law is just dangerous. There were plenty of interactions with people in parked cars.

Just like Officer Johnathan Diller.

I don’t know how the NYPD notified his wife, Stephanie, that tragic evening, but it doesn’t matter. Her life was forever changed, and my heart goes out to her. Although I have never had to endure the pain of losing a spouse, I certainly know the anguish and uncertainty she went through almost every day.

You try to put it out of your mind so you can go about your day, but it’s always lurking. While others can happily pick up the phone or

answer the doorbell at two o’clock in the afternoon, the spouse of a police officer on the job requires a second or two to say a quick prayer.

When Barbara returned safe and sound, I’d always ask about her day. She would tell me what I wanted to hear and spare me the details I didn’t need to know. I’d listen to tales of stupid administrative stuff that sergeants dealt with and how she hated being a “boss” sometimes. I never knew about the dangers of approaching a car parked suspiciously at a bus stop and asking the people inside to step out of the vehicle.

Considering this most recent tragedy, she told me how they would always approach the cars in these circumstances with guns unholstered and at their side. Unholstered? She’s been retired for 12 years, but this was the first time I heard her use that phrase.

In retrospect, it was a blessing that she spared me the gory details of her daily interactions while on the job. I guess the stupid stories of my work colleagues’ adventures would suffice as appropriate dinner conversation.

And maybe, just maybe, I didn’t really want to know.

Helping Your Child Through Unemployment

Transitioning from school to the job market is a daunting, yet pivotal, phase for every young adult. As your child embarks upon this important journey, they may feel a mixture of excitement, fear, and worry, and not without reason. Career seekers today face more uncertainty than ever, with the latest unemployment rate for young high school graduates falling at 7.9 percent. Recent college graduates fare slightly better with an unemployment rate of 4.8 percent, though this number is nearly double that of all workers with a college degree, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

As parents, it can be difficult to balance positive reinforcement while managing expectations. Unemployment affects not only the job seeker, but the family unit as a whole, hindering the independence you desire for your child. The psychological effects of rejection are amplified the longer the search continues, so it is vital to understand how best to support your child.

Be patient

It’s important for parents to

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understand that the job market is vastly different today than it was when they were young job-seekers. Today, candidates can expect to send out dozens, if not hundreds, of applications with little to no response rates. According to Pew Research Center, 39 percent of millennials have a bachelor’s degree or higher, making them the most educated generation to date, and that number continues to climb with Generation Z. These impressive numbers have created a highly competitive job market,

resulting in more college graduates finding themselves in roles that don’t align with their degree. Provide encouragement

It’s understandable for your child to feel demoralized or even hopeless. However, it is crucial to motivate your child to continue their pursuit. Inspire them to build upon their skill sets, tailor their résumés to specific jobs, and network with professionals in their field. Remind them that they aren’t alone in feeling discouraged and help them build the confidence that they will be able to take this major step in finding a career. Establish healthy coping mechanisms

Constant rejection can be difficult to deal with. Let your child know that it’s okay to experience feelings of sadness, anxiety, and frustration when unemployed, but they shouldn’t let that consume them. Encourage them to take breaks from the application process to relax with friends and loved ones, enjoy their hobbies, and take time away from the computer and social media. Stressmanagement techniques such as

breathing exercises, meditation, and mindfulness will help them manage overwhelming feelings during the hunt. Self-care is crucial in avoiding burnout and allows your child to remain focused on maintaining their mental health.

Trust that they know what is best

It makes sense to want updates on how the job search is going, especially if your child is living at home. Despite this, try to refrain from asking for updates too frequently, as this can create further pressure for your child. If they have any promising leads, trust that you will be the first to know. Today’s young adults have a better understanding of the current job market than you may, so allow them to explore their options, make mistakes, and grow on their own.

By adopting these approaches, we can help our children overcome the burden of unemployment and assist the independence and resilience needed to thrive in a professional landscape, all while maintaining their mental well-being.

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As the philosopher known as Osho once said, “For awareness, you need not go to the Himalayas; you need not go anywhere. Your life gives you enough opportunities to be aware.” This statement rings true for many of Life’s experiences, for when we are aware of something, we have the power and the opportunity to create change.

If someone were to mention “Multiple Sclerosis”, I am certain that many of you can state that you know at least one person who is living with this chronic disease. I am one of those people who belongs to the MS club, which can, at times, be challenging. The disease, which affects the central nervous system, causes a person’s immune system to attack the myelin sheath, or protective covering, around their nerves. This causes disruptions between the brain and the body, which can cause anything from mild to severe symptoms. While medication and physical therapy can help to reduce some of the symptoms such as pain and fatigue, there is no cure. At present, there are almost one million people in the United States who

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Educating the public about the disease’s unpredictability and the complex nature of MS is the primary goal of awareness programs. Another goal is to offer support to those living with MS. For those who are wondering, orange is the color of MS awareness.

Many years before I had been diagnosed, a colleague of mine offered me a prismatic ribbon that appeared iridescent. She said that her sister had just been diagnosed, and asked if I would be willing to keep the magnetic ribbon on my car as a show of support and

awareness of the disease. I told her that I had a family member who had also been diagnosed in her late teens and would be happy to show support. I kept the magnet on my car until it began to peel off in pieces.

I have a friend in California who promotes awareness on her Facebook page. Every day in March, she offers a simple anecdote about living with MS. Sometimes, her stories are hilarious. Sometimes, they are downright frightening, especially when she discusses how the disease has affected her physically. Always, I relate to her stories because they could have been written by me. While MS affects people differently, my friend and I share some similar symptoms that have enabled us to bond strongly. She has frequently offered me a room in her home for a week, just so that we can share a bottle of wine and some stories about our “adventures with MS”. It sweetens the pot a bit because she is as much of a flamingo lover as I am.

When I was first diagnosed, there were those who found it hard to believe that I had it.

This is the reason for education because many people think that MS is like muscular dystrophy. This is why many people tell those suffering, “But you look so good!” This is the bane of our existence, and it is even the name of a support group that is held at a local hospital.

For many years, I captained a team for the yearly Walk MS. Since the pandemic, I had been unable to attend due to my immunosuppression, which is directly related to the medication I will take for the rest of my life. This year, I have been considering captaining another team, which will consist of my husband, daughter, son-in-law, and myself. I will walk ahead of the crowd, if I decide to walk, to show support for those who can’t walk. MS is a disease that tries to stop people from moving. I’d like to tell MS, “Oh, yeah? Hold my beer!” While I have attempted (and completed) the walk in the past, I would be venturing out there with a quasi-healed hip, hence the “hold my beer” statement.

If you want to help spread awareness, I invite you to wear orange. It could be an orange lapel

pin, an orange T-shirt, or just an orange bracelet like the Livestrong yellow rubber bracelets. If you know someone with MS, you might learn a little about the disease to show support and to help you to understand how that person feels. The disease does not just affect us. It affects our families, our friends and all the relationships we have. It affects how we live our lives, and it affects how we can live in a post-pandemic world. More education means more awareness, and hopefully that awareness will lead to a cure.

If you or someone you love is suffering with MS, there is help. Please contact the Long Island Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society by visiting www. nmssli.org or www.nationalmssociety.org. Walk MS will be held on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, at Jones Beach, Field 1. There is a one-mile route and a three-mile route. Kickoff starts at 10:00 am, but registration is required for the event, which begins at 8:30 am.

Donations of $100 or more get you a free T-shirt! For more information, please visit https://events. nationalmssociety.org.

DiNapoli Audit: Youth In Juvenile Justice Centers At Risk

Ongoing staff shortages in juvenile justice centers around New York State are potentially putting youth at risk, according to an audit from New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The population in secure juvenile justice facilities has grown, straining staff’s ability to properly assess the physical and mental health of youth at intake as physical altercations, illegal drug use, and incidents of self-harm rise.

The state Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) runs nine residential juvenile justice facilities through its Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY), including three secure facilities. Following a decline of 44 percent in the number of youth in these facilities from 2013 to 2018, the number of youth in the facilities rose nearly 74 percent from 2018 through 2022. It was during this period New York’s Raise the Age legislation was phased in, which increased the age of criminal responsibility to 18, to help ensure that youth who commit non-violent crimes were given age-appropriate housing and

services to lower the risk they reoffend.

The audit looked at six facilities and found that OCFS did not do enough to ensure youth were properly assessed when they entered facilities or that staff were up to date on the training required to be authorized to restrain youth.

Admission assessments and screenings are vital for identifying and providing appropriate care and services for physical or mental health issues that youth may have when admitted, including substance abuse problems. Youth in custody have rates of substance abuse disorders ranging from 37 percent to 86 percent, according to the National Institute of Corrections. High numbers of incarcerated youth experience depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia and those with co-occurring disorders are at increased risk of death by suicide.

Auditors examined records for 101 youths and found 53 lacked evidence of at least one required screening having been completed. Medical admission checklists were missing, along

with preliminary physical and mental health interviews and orientation checklists, which connect youth to education and vocational services. At least one assessment or screening was completed late for 44 youths. It took 271 days, or nearly nine months, for one youth to undergo a medical assessment, which is required to be done within seven days of admission.

From Jan. 1, 2019 to Dec. 31, 2022, certain types of incidents in the facilities increased. For example, for the secure facilities, there were no reported instances of controlled substance contraband in 2019 but there were 37 incidents in 2022. Positive drug tests were up 24 percent over that period. Instances of selfharm rose 100 percent in secure facilities over the period from 24 to 48 instances. Among these, the number that included an expression or gesture of suicide was up 667 percent, from three to 23 incidents.

Staff are supposed to be up to date on their CPR/first aid and crisis prevention and management (CPM) training so they can

properly restrain youth when necessary and minimize injuries.

From Oct. 1, 2018 to April 30, 2023 there were 2,455 incidents involving a restraint. Of those, 1,789 (73 percent) resulted in an injury to youth or staff. A review of 162 employees involved in 96 restraint incidents found 54 percent were not up to date on CPR/ first aid and/or CPM training. The staff members’ CPM training was overdue from two days to over two years. Officials said ongoing staff shortages since the pandemic have prevented employees from keeping up to date on their training.

When physical restraint is used, the incident is supposed to be reviewed and recorded in forms with a goal of determining whether the event was handled properly and to reduce the likelihood that future incidents will escalate to physical intervention.

Auditors looked at 106 restraint incidents and found 22 were not recorded in the facility’s restraint log as required, that nine were missing a Restraint Monitoring form, and that six were missing an Administrative Review form.

Officials said the information missing from the 22 restraint logs was recorded, but in a separate digital database.

Auditors found that at the six facilities visited, physical conditions within living quarters, bathrooms, common areas, and medical service areas were adequately maintained and in functioning condition.

DiNapoli’s audit recommended that OCFS ensure intake assessments are completed and done on time, that staff training is up to date, and that complete records are kept of restraint incidents. The audit also recommended OCFS determine the staffing levels needed to properly look after the health and safety of incarcerated youth and increase efforts and focus resources to meet those levels.

In response, OCFS cited staffing shortages that stem from the pandemic and said it was exploring options to better train, prepare, and retain staff. The agency’s full response is included in the audit.

—Submitted by the Office of The New York State Comptroller

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This home at 20 Hickory Road in Bayville sold on March 29 for $718,000. It is set on a quiet cul-de-sac and is close to the center of town, schools and beaches. Its deep and lush property offers winter water views from the primary bedroom, kitchen, dining room and deck. The bright eat-in-kitchen, dining room and Trex deck adds to the charm of this remarkably well-maintained home. Hardwood floors thru-out and large picture windows create a welcoming space to enjoy year-round. The living room, dining room and eat-in kitchen all have cathedral ceilings with bright natural light throughout. Both bathrooms have been renovated with custom finishes. The large deck overlooks the picturesque Mill Neck Creek Nature Preserve and Bird Sanctuary and has access to the deep, fenced backyard with room for a pool. The first floor includes a generous great room/den w/full sky light bathroom and sliders to the patio. This home is equipped with a whole house Generac generator and water purifier. Gas heat adds to the efficiency of this lovely and bright home. In addition, the home has a new LG washer/dryer.

This beautiful contemporary waterfront seascape at 15 Oak Point Drive North in Bayville sold on March 6 for $1,500,000. This approximately 3,700 sq. ft. home offers floor to ceiling windows and is elevated to capture the gorgeous panoramic views from east to west in every room. Ideal for entertaining and well-maintained throughout the years, this home features multiple seating areas, a large updated open-concept kitchen and a spacious backyard with an inground pool. Sitting on 1/3 of an acre, the spacious foyer leads into a formal living room with a fireplace, sunroom, den, eat-in kitchen with a fireplace, formal

dining room, primary suite, one additional bedroom and a full bathroom. An additional primary suite is located on the top floor. The ground floor includes a

recreation room with a fireplace, home office, access to a two-car garage, storage room, cedar closet, laundry/mechanical room and a full bathroom.

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

Rare Earthquake Shakes The Region

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Arare earthquake rattled East Coast residents on the morning of Friday, April 5.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) quickly reported that the quake had a magnitude of 4.8, with its epicenter located 4.7 miles below ground in an area about 4 kilometers north of Whitehouse Station in Hunterdon County, New Jersey.

The shaking, which happened at 10:23 a.m. EDT and only lasted a couple of seconds, was felt across the region, from Pennsylvania and New Jersey to New York and Connecticut. The epicenter of the earthquake was located along the Ramapo fault line.

That morning, Newark and JFK Airports both put ground stops into effect so that crews could inspect runways out of caution.

The Holland Tunnel between New York and New Jersey was briefly closed for inspection, and was reopened by 11:15 a.m.

Governor Kathy Hochul said in a press conference, “This is one of the largest earthquakes on the East Coast to occur in the last century. So, I immediately directed my emergency management team, the second we received word of this, to start doing damage assessments – any life in danger and finding out whether there’s any bridges or tunnels that are compromised.”

“At this point,” Hochul said Friday morning, “we’ve not identified any life-threatening situations, but we are certainly

asking our local law enforcement and emergency services teams to be on guard for that as well. But again, we are going to be reviewing all potentially vulnerable infrastructure sites throughout the State of New York that is critically important in the aftermath of an event like this.”

Speaking alongside several other state and federal officials, Hochul also noted, “I have a few safety tips because New Yorkers are not accustomed to having earthquakes in our state. And everyone should continue to take this seriously. If there is an aftershock, people are encouraged to drop and to cover and to hold on. Drop to the floor, cover your neck, and hold on to something that is sturdy. Take caution near any damaged buildings.”

According to the USGS, there is a 46% of aftershocks occurring during the first week after the quake, in this case.

A map of the region where sharing was felt during the short quake. (Via USGS)

Advancements In Parkinson’s Disease Research

BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF specialsections@antonmediagroup.com

Parkinson’s disease stands as one of the most complex and challenging neurological disorders, characterized by progressive deterioration of motor functions, cognitive impairment, and various non-motor symptoms. Over the years, research in Parkinson’s disease has witnessed significant advancements, driven by a combination of technological innovations, interdisciplinary collaborations, and a deeper understanding of the underlying molecular mechanisms. Here are some emerging trends and promising avenues in Parkinson’s research.

1Genetics and Personalized Medicine

Recent years have seen remarkable progress in elucidating the genetic factors contributing to Parkinson’s disease. Advances in genomic technologies have identified numerous genetic mutations associated with Parkinson’s, providing valuable insights into disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets. Moreover, the advent of precision medicine has paved the way for personalized treatment strategies tailored to individual genetic profiles, offering hope for more effective and targeted therapies.

2Neuroinflammation and Immune Response

Mounting evidence suggests that neuroinflammation and dysregulated immune responses play a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease. Researchers are increasingly focusing on understanding the intricate interplay between the central nervous system and the immune system, exploring novel anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory therapies to alleviate neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation in Parkinson’s.

3Neuroprotection and Disease Modification

While current treatments for Parkinson’s disease primarily focus on symptom management, there is growing emphasis on developing disease-modifying therapies that can slow or halt the progression of neurodegeneration. Researchers are investigating various neuroprotective strategies, including neurotrophic factors, protein aggregation inhibitors, and gene therapy approaches, with the aim of preserving dopaminergic

neurons and preserving motor function in Parkinson’s patients.

4Biomarkers and Early Diagnosis

Early detection of Parkinson’s disease remains a significant challenge, often resulting in delayed diagnosis and suboptimal treatment outcomes. Efforts to identify reliable biomarkers for Parkinson’s have intensified in recent years, leveraging advances in neuroimaging, biofluid analysis, and wearable sensor technologies. The discovery of robust biomarkers holds great promise for facilitating early diagnosis, monitoring disease progression, and evaluating therapeutic interventions in Parkinson’s disease.

5Non-Motor Symptoms and Quality of Life

Beyond motor impairments, Parkinson’s disease is associated with myriad of non-motor symptoms that significantly impact patients’ quality of life. Research into non-motor manifestations of Parkinson’s, including cognitive dysfunction, sleep disturbances, autonomic dysfunction, and psychiatric symptoms, has gained traction in recent years.

Comprehensive management strategies addressing both motor and non-motor aspects of the disease are essential for improving overall patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

6Stem Cell Therapy and Regenerative Medicine

Stem cell-based approaches hold immense potential for regenerating damaged dopaminergic neurons

and restoring neuronal function in Parkinson’s disease. Recent advancements in stem cell technology, including induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and direct reprogramming techniques, offer new avenues for cell replacement therapy and disease modeling. Clinical trials exploring the safety and efficacy of stem cell-derived dopaminergic neurons are underway, heralding a new era in regenerative medicine for Parkinson’s.

7Lifestyle Interventions and Disease Prevention

Growing evidence suggests that lifestyle factors, including diet, exercise, and social engagement, may influence the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease and modulate disease progression. Researchers are investigating the potential neuroprotective effects of various lifestyle interventions, with a focus on promoting brain health and mitigating risk factors associated with Parkinson’s. Lifestyle-based approaches complement traditional pharmacological therapies and hold promise for preventing or delaying the onset of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease research has entered a transformative phase, characterized by rapid advancements and multidisciplinary collaborations. From unraveling the genetic basis of the disease to exploring innovative therapeutic strategies, the landscape of Parkinson’s research is continually evolving. By addressing key challenges such as early diagnosis, disease modification, and personalized treatment approaches, researchers are striving to make meaningful strides towards improving the lives of individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease.

April: Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Parkinson’s Awareness Month, observed annually in April, serves as a crucial platform to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder affecting millions worldwide. Throughout the month, various organizations, advocacy groups, healthcare professionals, and individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease come together to educate communities, promote understanding, and support research efforts aimed at finding better treatments and ultimately a cure for the disease.

During Parkinson’s Awareness Month, initiatives range from public awareness campaigns and educational seminars to fundraising events and community outreach activities. These efforts aim to dispel misconceptions surrounding Parkinson’s, highlight the challenges faced by individuals living with the disease, and emphasize the importance of early detection and comprehensive care.

Parkinson’s Awareness Month provides an opportunity for individuals to show solidarity with those affected by Parkinson’s, whether by wearing gray ribbons, participating in local events, or sharing personal stories to foster empathy and understanding. By uniting efforts on a global scale, Parkinson’s Awareness Month plays a crucial role in driving progress towards improved quality of life for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers.

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Developments In Autism Research

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In recent years, research into autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has led to several significant developments, offering new insights into the underlying mechanisms of the condition and potential avenues for intervention and support.

Advances in detection, diagnosis, treatment, intervention and understanding the role of genetics are some of the latest developments in autism research.

Early Detection and Diagnosis

Early detection and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder are crucial for accessing timely interventions and support services. Recent research has focused on improving screening tools and diagnostic methods to identify ASD at younger ages accurately.

One notable development is the refinement of behavioral and developmental screening tools, such as the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT) and the Early Screening for Autism and Communication Disorders (ESAC). These tools enable healthcare providers to assess early signs of ASD in infants and toddlers, facilitating early intervention and support.

Emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms, show promise in enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of autism diagnosis.

These tools analyze behavioral and physiological data to identify patterns associated with ASD, aiding clinicians in making more accurate and timely diagnoses.

Researchers have explored the use of biomarkers, including genetic markers and brain imaging techniques, to improve the diagnostic process for autism. By identifying biological indicators associated with ASD, clinicians can supplement traditional diagnostic assessments, leading to more precise and personalized interventions for individuals with autism.

Treatment and Intervention

Effective interventions can significantly improve outcomes for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, enhancing their social communication skills, behavior regulation, and overall quality of life. Recent developments in treatment and intervention approaches have expanded the range of options available for individuals with ASD and their families.

One notable advancement is the growing emphasis on early intervention, with interventions beginning as early as infancy. Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and social communication-focused interventions are evidence-based approaches that have shown efficacy in improving outcomes for young children with ASD.

Researchers are investigating innovative

interventions targeting specific domains affected by autism, such as social skills training, sensory integration therapy, and cognitive-behavioral interventions for anxiety and repetitive behaviors. These interventions are often delivered in interdisciplinary settings, involving collaboration between psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals.

Advancements in technology have opened new possibilities for delivering interventions remotely, through telehealth platforms and mobile applications. These digital interventions offer accessibility and flexibility for individuals with ASD and their families.

The Role of Genetics and Neurobiology

Recent research has deepened our understanding of the genetic and neurobiological underpinnings of autism spectrum disorder, shedding light on its complex etiology and heterogeneity.

Genomic studies identified numerous genetic variants associated with ASD, including rare mutations and common genetic risk factors. These findings have highlighted the role of gene-environment interactions and polygenic inheritance in shaping autism risk and phenotypic variability.

Advances in neuroimaging techniques, such as functional magnetic resonance

imaging (fMRI) and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), have provided insights into the neural circuits and connectivity patterns underlying ASD. Researchers have observed alterations in brain structure, connectivity, and functional activity in individuals with autism, informing our understanding of the neurodevelopmental trajectories associated with the condition.

Research into the molecular and cellular mechanisms of ASD has revealed dysregulation in various biological processes, including synaptic signaling, immune function, and neuronal connectivity. These findings offer potential targets for pharmacological interventions and personalized treatment approaches tailored to the specific biological profiles of individuals with autism.

The latest developments in autism research have contributed to a deeper understanding of the condition’s complexities and have paved the way for more effective early detection, personalized interventions, and targeted treatments. By continuing to advance our knowledge of autism spectrum disorder, researchers aim to improve outcomes and quality of life for individuals with ASD and their families.

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ombucha has soared in popularity due to its unique taste and purported health benefits. This is not news to Patrick Sullivan, owner of Black Cap Beverage Company in Farmingdale, who has been brewing the fermented tea concoctions for several years now, quietly blazing his path to entrepreneurial success with distribution and several solid business partnerships across Long Island.

“I was home-brewing beer when I was in my 20s,” Sullivan said. “I was a detective in New York City, sitting in a car all day or in front of a computer writing reports, eating fast food; as I got into my 40s I realized that I needed to get back into shape.”

Sullivan also suffers from stomach problems. Getting his weight under control, cutting carbs and generally being healthier was enough for Sullivan to create a better way to enjoy a refreshing carbonated beverage.

“Even though I was counting every calorie, exercising and getting into really good shape, I still liked to have a beer, but beer is full of a lot of calories generally,” Sullivan said. “I found that I could have three bottles of kombucha and it would stil be healthier than one beer.”

He likened kombucha to enjoying a full-bodied beer or wine. Kombucha does have trace amounts of naturally occurring alcohol, but is regulated as a non-alcoholic beverage.

“Kombucha is a great option for local bars and restaurants to serve,” Sullivan said. “It gives people, who do not want to, or cannot drink, a great way to enjoy a bottled beverage while fitting in socially; it satisfies my need for a beer, especially because it has mild, natural carbonation.”

Many people have never heard of kombucha or are misinformed about the beverage and its benefits.

“Long Islanders have not really been exposed to kombucha; they are just starting to learn what it is and look for it in the market,” Sullivan said. “When people hear ‘kombucha’ they want to respond, ‘God bless you” because it just sounds foreign.”

The first sip of kombucha usually surprises the palate; it has a taste that you might have to build up to in order to appreciate.

“When people try kombucha for the first time, I liken it to having your first drink of wine and I ask people, ‘Do you remember when you first had a sip of wine? You probably didn’t like it right away, but now you love it and probably straight from the bottle’,” Sullivan joked.

Patrick Sullivan during brewing operations (All photos courtesy of Black Cap)

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Black Cap Beverage Company offers several flavors, including Big Apple, Bluesberry, Grape Gatsby and Piña Y Coco, that are available for purchase at the brewery warehouse on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., for home delivery, at several farmers markets across Nassau, Suffolk and Queens throughout

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Black Cap Beverage Company is located at 269 Eastern Pkwy #A, in Farmingdale. Visit blackcapbev.com to learn more and to place an order.

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Unique Dual Showing At The Art League Of Long Island’s Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery

The Art League of Long Island’s (ALLI) Jeanie

Tengelsen Gallery is proud to announce a unique dual exhibition featuring the captivating photography of Stephen Hopper alongside the vibrant works of past and present students from the Art League printmaking and collage programs, collectively titled “Printmakers and Collage Artists of ALLI.” This dynamic showcase will take place on the first and second floors of the gallery, offering visitors an immersive experience into the diverse mediums of visual artistry.

Stephen Hopper, an esteemed photographer with a rich history in the craft, presents “Painting with Light” on the first floor. Hopper’s journey in photography began with humble beginnings on Long Island, where he developed a deep passion for capturing moments through the lens of his camera. From his early days with a Kodak Brownie to his profound encounters with renowned photographers

like Arnold Newman and Brassaï, Hopper’s evolution as an artist has been marked by a relentless pursuit of perfection and a keen eye for the interplay of light and shadow.

“Painting with Light” offers viewers a glimpse into Hopper’s lifelong dedication to his craft, showcasing a curated selection of photographs that span over five decades. From mesmerizing street scenes inspired by his mentor Brassaï to intimate portraits that reveal the essence of his subjects, Hopper’s work transcends mere imagery, inviting audiences to ponder the deeper narratives woven into each frame.

Sharing the spotlight on the second floor, the “Printmakers and Collage Artists of ALLI” exhibit celebrates the creativity and innovation of emerging and established artists from the Art League community.

Drawing inspiration from diverse sources and employing a variety of techniques, these artists explore the boundless possibilities of printmaking and collage as expressive mediums.

Curated to complement Hopper’s exploration of light and composition, this eclectic collection offers a vibrant array of colors, textures, and narratives. From bold linocut prints

to intricate collages that blur the lines between reality and imagination, each artwork speaks to the unique vision and artistic journey of its creator.

“This collaboration not only

highlights the diversity of artistic expression within our community but also offers a multi-dimensional experience for our visitors, inviting them to explore the intersection of light, form, and creativity,” said Susan Peragallo, Curator of the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery.

The dual showing of “Painting with Light” by Stephen Hopper and “Printmakers and Collage Artists of ALLI” will be on display at the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery from April 27, 2024 to May 10, 2024. The Opening Reception will be on April 27, 2024 from 1pm-3:00pm. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend and immerse themselves in the captivating world of visual artistry. Mr. Hopper will also be hosting an Open Mic Night on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

For more information about the exhibition and gallery hours, please visit www.artleagueli.org or email: gallery@artleagueli.org

—Submitted by the Art League of Long Island

Two Gentleman in Conversations Midtown NYC (Black and White) by Steven Hopper

On Monday, April 8, the United States experienced a total solar eclipse. The path of totality entered the US in Texas and exited in far Northern Maine. Weather prevented me from traveling to Maine as planned, but I was able to speak with Marina Gemma, a planetary scientist and postdoctoral scientist at Stony Brook University and the research associate at the American Museum of Natural History.

AO. How did ancient people predict eclipses?

MG. I think it’s a combination of extremely careful observation over time, and seeing these repeating patterns. And then kind of drawing conclusions from them. And combining that with, you know, the mathematics and physics that these ancient peoples were developing to kind of painting a larger picture of how celestial motion

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works, and how they could predict these occurrences to happen over time.

AO. Do animals have a reaction to solar eclipses?

MG. A lot of us are so used to the celestial motion that we don’t really give them a second thought: the earth rotates every day, the moon moves through its phases every month. But when you’re plunged into something like a total solar eclipse, where your main source of light seems like it’s being taken away, humans have been able to put this into context and understand that this is an eclipse that’s happening, but animals don’t really have that knowledge. So I think people have observed them to have potentially adverse reactions to this unnerving solar event.

But for humans, it’s more of a strong reminder that we exist in this universe where things are happening beyond (our world). I think that’s kind of an exciting thing to be reminded of. And if you’re in totality, it’s really an otherworldly experience. You’re

MG. I think people are surprised that eclipses actually happen all the time. It just depends where on earth you are to see it. Total solar eclipses are, I think, a bit rare. They happen on average every 18 months or so. But you can have I believe it’s two to five solar eclipses a year. And there are different types of eclipses. So there are partial solar eclipses annular, and total solar eclipses. With a partial, obviously, only a part of the Sun is covered. They happen quite often; you just have to be in the right spot on Earth to see them, and the Earth is 70 plus percent oceans.

AO. What observations are scientists hoping to make during the eclipse?

atmosphere, and you can hopefully see activity happening on it. So the sun is actually getting close to the peak of what we call solar maximum which is the maximum of an 11-year cycle of magnetic field activity. Sometimes you can see flares or the detail of the outer atmosphere that you wouldn’t be able to see normally.

AO. Are there other places in our solar system that have these kinds of eclipses?

plunged into complete darkness after being in a bright, sunny day. And, you know, sometimes you can see stars during the daytime, which is something you never really would expect.

AO. How rare is an eclipse?

MG. The main thing that scientists get excited about during eclipses is that you can actually more easily observe the outer atmosphere of the Sun, called its corona. And this is hard to observe. Normally, just because the sun is so overwhelmingly bright, so it drowns out everything next to it. But when the moon moves in front of the sun, you actually can see this outermost

MG. In terms of a total eclipse, I think that is incredibly rare. Eclipses are generally happening all the time in the solar system. It just has to do with the alignment of planets. If you’re moving one in front of the other, you will have some form of an eclipse. But the fact that yeah, the moon and the sun are just the right size and the right distance away for us to have a total solar eclipse is truly unique. I think it’s a really, really special opportunity, just a complete coincidence, that the moon happens to be 400 times smaller and 400 times closer to us than the sun.

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Huntington Arts Council Call To Artists

Entry deadline: June 3, 2024

The Huntington Arts Council invites artists to participate in Assemblage

In this exhibition, juried by Po Zhang, artists are encouraged to submit artwork created on a defined base with 3D elements coming out of or from it. The use of found objects is welcomed but not required. Work can be free-standing or wall-hanging.

About the Juror: Po Zhang, aka Popo, is from China and has a history as an art professor with a degree in Fine Art. He came to the US 12 years ago in hopes of spreading his knowledge, and experience around the world. He has an interest in assemblage using recyclable materials, and old objects, as a way to help our environment with his love of art under his production NYPO.

ART. He has also been a known artist in the scale modeling industry as a member of the International Plastic Model Society for an extended time.

Entries

• Entries must be original to entrant. Frame entries require hanging wire.

• Selected works are chosen by the juror. No more than two works per artist are selected.

Eligibility

• All artists and media.

Size

• No work should exceed 48 inches in any direction.

• Standing work cannot be higher than 72 inches.

• Video/audio work cannot exceed 50MB in file size and 10 minutes in duration.

Entry Fee

•First three entries JOURNEY* school students $15, Full-time students $25, Artist Circle members $30

Non-members $40

Additional entries $5 each

Please note: Fees are nonrefundable.

Liability And Insurance

• Works are insured while in the possession of the Huntington Arts Council.

Sales

• HAC retains a 25 percent commission on sold work.

How to enter

Digital Submissions only. The Huntington Arts Council enriches the quality of life of long islanders with programs and services that address the needs and interests of artists, cultural organizations and the community. For more information, contact smccann@huntingtonarts.org

From our intentionally small classes to the skills of our excellent faculty, everything we offer is geared to enrich your experience and prepare you to pursue your own big dream. With nearly 60 undergraduate and graduate degrees in business, education, and the arts and sciences, we provide a solid educational foundation so you have the confidence in your own abilities to succeed at whatever you choose to undertake — to own your future.

own path to success. While the question of TikTok’s data protection is open to debate, it must be said that to see months, even years, of effort put into establishing a business online only for it to be lost in an instant is heartbreaking.

And the buck does not stop at TikTok. All social media platforms run the risk of losing steam, of outliving public favor. Millenials remember Facebook in its heyday, or MySpace. In the last half a decade, we have witnessed extraordinary changes to Twitter, including its owner, name and logo. Even TikTok was

once Musical.Ly where social media i nfluencers began raking in views from audiences they brought over from Vine. There is no easy solution for someone looking make money through social media. In the scope of our history, it is an nascent system of communication and entertainment. It is too soon to tell what the future of social media will look like. What can be said is while some may not care about the downfall of an app on their phone, for others, the way they are able to financially support themselves is once again up in the air, and the terror of losing it all runs deep. TIK

Steam bunk 1 & 2 by Po Zhang (Images from the Huntington Arts Council webpage)

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COVID-19 Antibodies That Act Like Enzymes Could Explain Mysteries Of Long COVID

‘Abzymes’ could have important physiologic effects, researchers discover

Health researchers have discovered a potential explanation for some of the most perplexing mysteries of COVID-19 and long COVID. The surprising findings could lead to new treatments for the difficult acute effects of COVID-19, long COVID and possibly other viruses.

Researchers led by University of Virginia’s Steven L. Zeichner, MD, PhD, found that COVID-19 may prompt some people’s bodies to make antibodies that act like enzymes that the body naturally uses to regulate important functions – blood pressure, for example. Related enzymes also regulate other important body functions, such as blood clotting and inflammation.

Doctors may be able to target these “abzymes” to stop their unwanted effects. If abzymes with rogue activities are also responsible for some of the features of long COVID, doctors could target the abzymes to treat the difficult and sometimes mysterious symptoms of COVID-19 and long COVID at the source, instead of merely treating the downstream symptoms.

“Some patients with COVID-19 have serious symptoms and we have trouble understanding their cause. We also have a poor understanding of the causes of long COVID,” said Zeichner, a pediatric infectious disease expert at UVA Children’s. “Antibodies that act like enzymes are called ‘abzymes.’ Abzymes are not exact copies of enzymes and so they work differently, sometimes in ways that the original enzyme does not. If COVID-19 patients are making abzymes, it is possible that these rogue abzymes could harm many different aspects of physiology. If this turns out to be true, then developing treatments to deplete or block the rogue abzymes could be the most effective way to treat the complications of COVID-19.”

Understanding COVID-19 Abzymes

SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID, has protein on its surface called the Spike protein. When the virus begins to infect a cell, the Spike protein binds a protein called Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 2, or ACE2, on the cell’s surface. ACE2’s normal function in the body is to help regulate blood pressure; it cuts a protein called angiotensin II to make a derivative protein called angiotensin 1-7. Angiotensin II constricts blood vessels, raising blood pressure, while angiotensin 1-7 relaxes blood vessels, lowering blood pressure.

Zeichner and his team thought that some patients might make antibodies against the Spike protein that looked enough like ACE2 so that the antibodies also had enzymatic activity like ACE2, and that is exactly what they found.

Recently, other groups have found that some patients with long COVID have problems with their coagulation systems and with another system called “complement.” Both the coagulation system and the complement system are controlled by enzymes in the body that cut other proteins to activate them. If patients with long COVID make abzymes that activate proteins that control processes such as coagulation and inflammation, that could explain the source of some of the long COVID symptoms and why long COVID symptoms persist even after the body has cleared the initial infection. It also may explain rare side effects of COVID-19 vaccination.

To determine if antibodies could be having unexpected effects in COVID patients, Zeichner and his collaborators examined plasma samples collected from 67 volunteers with moderate or severe COVID on or around day 7 of their hospitalization. The researchers compared what they found with plasma collected in 2018, prior to the beginning of the pandemic. The results showed that a small subset of the COVID patients had antibodies that acted like enzymes.

While our understanding of the potential role of abzymes in COVID-19 is still in its early stages, enzymatic antibodies have already been detected in certain cases of

HIV, Zeichner notes. That means there is precedent for a virus to trigger abzyme formation. It also suggests that other viruses may cause similar effects.

Zeichner, who is developing a universal coronavirus vaccine, expects UVA’s new findings will renew interest in abzymes in medical research. He also hopes his discovery will lead to better treatments for patients with both acute COVID-19 and long COVID.

“We now need to study pure versions of antibodies with enzymatic activity to see how abzymes may work in more detail, and we need to study patients who have had COVID-19 who did and did not develop long COVID,” he said. “There is much more work to do, but I think we have made a good start in developing a new understanding of this challenging disease that has caused so much distress and death around the world. The first step to developing effective new therapies for a disease is developing a good understanding of the disease’s underlying causes, and we have taken that first step.”

Findings Published

The researchers have published their findings in the scientific journal mBio, a publication of the American Society for Microbiology. The research team consisted

of Yufeng Song, Regan Myers, Frances Mehl, Lila Murphy, Bailey Brooks, and faculty members from the Department of Medicine, Jeffrey M. Wilson, Alexandra Kadl, Judith Woodfolk.

“It’s great to have such talented and dedicated colleagues here at UVA who are excited about working on new and unconventional research projects,” said Zeichner.

Zeichner is the McClemore Birdsong Professor in the University of Virginia School of Medicine’s Departments of Pediatrics and Microbiology, Immunology and Cancer Biology; the director of the Pendleton Pediatric Infectious Disease Laboratory; and part of UVA Children’s Child Health Research Center.

The abzyme research was supported by UVA, including the Manning Fund for COVID-19 Research at UVA; the Ivy Foundation; the Pendleton Laboratory Fund for Pediatric Infectious Disease Research; a College Council Minerva Research Grant; the Coulter Foundation; and the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Allergy and Infection Diseases, grant R01 AI176515. Additional support came from the HHV-6 Foundation.

—Subnitted by the University of Virginia

(Photo by CDC)

AROUND TOWN

ACLD To Host “Poker For A Purpose” Fundraiser April 17 At Heritage Club

Proceeds will support people with special needs

A spirited night of poker, gourmet food, cocktails and fun prizes await as Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, Inc. (ACLD) will host its annual Poker For A Purpose fundraiser on Wednesday, April 17, at 5:30 p.m. at The Heritage Club in Bethpage State Park, Bethpage, NY. The in-person poker tournament is a signature event hosted by ACLD to raise funds to support people with special needs and make a difference in the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities. Money raised is designated to ACLD’s Vacation Fund, guaranteeing every person living in an ACLD residence gets to enjoy a vacation once a year.

Highlights throughout the evening will include raffles, a silent auction, full buffet dinner, open bar and desirable prizes for the top winners of the tournament. The 2024 Poker For A Purpose tournament Grand Prize includes one entry to a future Borgata Open and hotel stay in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Second place winner will receive a packaged overnight stay at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City which includes a fine-dine gift certificate and two tickets to a show. Third place winner will receive a Movado watch, compliments of SVS Fine Jewelry.

The 2024 Poker For A Purpose honoree is David Gussin, publisher of 516Ads.com, who is known across the Island as “Long Island’s ultimate networker.” Established in 2007, 516Ads.com prides itself on being ‘Long Island’s Business Community Network.’ With the motto, ‘Created by Long Islanders for Long Islanders,’ 516Ads.com has become a staple within Long Island’s industries, including real estate, accounting, hospitality, entertainment, the nonprofit sector, and more. Gussin’s network has worked with more than 100 charities over the years, collecting much-needed items and necessities. His altruistic and entrepreneurial spirit makes him the perfect honoree for the 2024 Poker For A Purpose event to benefit the ACLD Vacation Fund.

Sponsorships and tickets are still available. For non-poker players there is a casino tournament that will coincide with the poker tournament, as well as learn-to-play-poker options.

Registration and dinner begin at 5:30 p.m. The poker tournament will kick-off at 7:00 p.m. For more information, or to purchase tickets and sponsorships, visit: www.pokerforapurpose.org.

—Submitted by Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities

Proposed Amendments: Projected Sea Level Rise

The New York State Department of Conservation is proposing amendments to 6 NYCRR Part 490, “Projected Sea Level Rise,” which was posted in the State Register on February 21, 2024. The goal of the proposed amendments is to provide up-to-date, science-based projections of future sea level rise. The Community Risk and Resiliency Act (CRRA) requires DEC to adopt official sea level rise projections via regulation and to update them periodically. DEC is updating the projections at this time to incorporate projections developed as part of the NYSERDA-sponsored Climate Impacts Assessment.

DEC’s projections include a range of scenarios that assume different rates of rise through the year 2150. The range of scenarios allows decision makers to select projections of sea level rise that reflect risk tolerance and expected service life of

a project. Ultimately, both the rate of sea level rise and the level of rise over time will be determined by global greenhouse gas emissions. Continued high emission rates will lock in continued rapid warming of the ocean and lead to higher rates and levels of sea level rise.

View the proposed amendments on the DEC’s webinar YouTube channel archive @ Webinars NYS DEC.

The proposed amendments do not create any mandates on local governments or impose any compliance obligations in and of themselves. They are intended to assist state and local planners and regulators in consideration of future conditions.

Written comments are being accepted on the proposed amendments to Part 490 until April 29, 2024. DEC will also hold a public comment hearing for the proposed revisions to the existing rule on April 22, 2024.

CLARIFICATION:

The title “Syosset Coach, 22, Charged With Rape Of Student Dies By Suicide” that ran in the April 3 edition may have been misleading for readers. Jason Maser was not employed by the Syosset Central School District.

HOROSCOPES

By Holiday Mathis

This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have pleted the puzzle, there will be 17 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). ere’s no such thing as a dull conversation if you’re involved. You inject vitality into every interaction. Your wit could spark a revolution, so it’s a good thing you’re as responsible as you are in uential. You’ll be mindful of how your ideas a ect others and what will happen if they act on what you say.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You like to know what to expect. It’s much more comfortable to deal with those who take the time to explain what they’re going to do and how. You want to know the time frames you’re dealing with. is is the information that helps you avoid confusion. You’ll be around excellent communicators, and all will go smoothly.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). People say they want one thing but will likely want something else, not because they are being tricky but because people don’t always know themselves as well as they think they do. You’ll have a talent for sensing how to best help, please and serve others this week, and will get stellar results from applying it.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). In certain social circles or professional environments, unwritten rules are the norm. You’ve a knack for striking the right balance and intuiting what people need. One rule does not t all. You’ll navigate the boundaries of key relationships with skill, making each individual feel seen.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Because you know that the way a life looks from the outside can be very di erent from what it’s like on the inside, you try not to make assumptions based on what people project. You’re open to learning more, listening deeper and connecting on levels that will create bonds of compassion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). ough there’s a pressure to adhere to certain expectations or a speci c trajectory, you’ll resist. You have the courage to pursue your passions and carve out your unique journey. Supportive individuals who understand your ambitions will make all the di erence and will help you feel empowered to chase your dreams.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). In some places and around certain people, it seems like there’s a ban on expressing feelings, and yet that doesn’t keep you or anyone else from having them. Whether you have someone to talk it out with or can simply open up on your own, go where you can let things ow. Get emotions out of your body and vitality takes their place.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). People constantly send signals to the world about who they are, what they aspire to and how they t in. It comes through clothing, movement, where you go and how you interact there. You’ll make changes in this regard this week. A new vision of who you are is emerging, and your style surfaces to meet it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Happiness is a personal journey, and what works for one person doesn’t necessarily translate across the board to all. You’ll be inspired to explore di erent paths than you have, and maybe even di erent paths than everybody has. You’re a natural-born trailblazer with augmented courage and plenty reason to seize joy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Persistence has brought you so much in life that it’s become a de ning characteristic. You’re even persistent about being persistent. As long as you believe there’s something more you can do to achieve a goal, you’ll keep after it. Just remember that to do this, you must avoid burnout. Rest and replenish your energy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You make cutbacks because you don’t have the luxury of time to waste on an endeavor, nor do you have endless funds to throw at it. What emerges from the choice is unexpected loveliness -- a simplicity that brings moments of quiet beauty and allows for the gentle elegance of living in harmony with what’s essential.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). It may feel as though you are not so much being yourself as you are wearing yourself like a garment you put on in the morning because it was accessible in your closet. You’re a uid being, always creating yourself. Who you are is not who you were or who you will be. In all senses of it, wear what you want.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

You let go of who the world wants you to be to live and think in the way that ful lls your purpose. You have not yet gotten to know the extent of your various talents, but a few will converge in a complex project you take on. You’ll lead it in the way only you can and be compensated for what you bring. Your social life perks up through the summer, and you’ve a magnetic charisma that turns heads. Your respect for nature and ease with its creatures and elements will be highlighted in an unexpected adventure.

INTERNATIONAL WORD FIND WORD FIND

Frustration as a sport

Solution: 17 Letters

WORD FIND

This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction but always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have completed the puzzle, there will be 17 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

Frustration as a sport

Solution: 17 Letters

be thought of by some as a difficult exercise, but the fact is that the process is fairly easy, and anyone who can count to 13 should be able to meet the challenge. Assume you’re in six notrump and West leads the king of diamonds. When dummy appears, you can count 11 sure tricks, and your problem is to find a 12th. The only suit that offers any real hope of producing an extra trick is spades, where you have a reasonably good chance to make four tricks instead of three.

Scoring a fourth spade trick might appear to be simply a matter of finding the suit divided 3-3 or dropping the singleton or doubleton jack, but there’s much more to it than that. To begin with, you should duck the king of diamonds as the first step in a campaign to learn all you possibly can about the distribution of the adverse cards.

Let’s say West continues with the queen of diamonds, on which East discards a heart. The wisdom of holding off on the previous trick immediately becomes apparent because you quickly learn that West started with five diamonds and East with only one.

After taking the second diamond with the ace, you test the East-West distribution still further by cashing three hearts and four clubs, in the course of which you learn that West started with three hearts and three clubs, as well as five diamonds.

With 11 of West’s 13 cards now accounted for in those three suits, he cannot have started with more than two spades. Accordingly, you cash the ace of spades, cross to the king and then lead dummy’s last spade. When East produces the nine, you finesse the ten with absolute certainty that it will win the trick.

Weekly Sudoku Puzzle

Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

Answer to last issue’s Crossword Puzzle

Answer to last issue’s Sudoku Puzzle

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A Minor In Westbury

One Arrest, No Injuries After Franklin Square Fireworks Blaze Arrest For Assault Of

The Nassau County Police Department Special Victims Squad reports the arrest of a Baldwin man for an incident that occurred on Monday, February 26 at 4:30 p.m. in Westbury:

According to detectives, Stephen Vickers-Griffiths, 35, is accused of having sexually assaulted an 11-yearold female juvenile. The defendant was located at the Pines Motor Lodge, 101 Taylor Avenue, Westbury, and was placed into police custody without incident. The investigation is ongoing. Defendant Vickers-Griffith is charged with first-degree rape, two counts of

first-degree criminal sexual act, first-degree attempted criminal sexual act, and endangering the welfare of a child. He was arraigned on Tuesday, February 27 at First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead. Detectives are requesting anyone who may have been victimized by the above defendant to contact the Special Victims Squad Detectives at 516-573-4022 or Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.

— Via the Nassau County Police Department website

Mineola’s Davenport Press Restaurant Burglarized

The Nassau County Police Department Third Squad reports the details of a burglary that occurred on Thursday, March 21 at 4:00 a.m. in Mineola:

According to detectives, Third Precinct officers responded to Davenport Press Restaurant, located at 70 Main Street, for a commercial burglary. Upon arrival, it was determined that an unknown male subject, wearing a grey sweatshirt, dark pants and white sneakers, entered the restaurant through an unlocked kitchen window.

LEGAL NOTICE

ASSESSOR’S NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL

THE ASSESSOR OF THE COUNTY OF NASSAU HEREBY GIVES NOTICE

that he has completed the 2024/2025 final assessment roll, which will be used for the 2025 levy of Town and County Taxes in the Towns of Hempstead, North Hempstead and Oyster Bay, and the City of Glen Cove and the City of Long Beach, and for the 2024/2025 levy of school taxes in such Towns and in the City of Long Beach. A certified electronic copy of the roll was filed with the Department of Assessment on April 1, 2024. The electronic roll may be examined on public terminals located in the offices of:

DEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENT

NASSAU COUNTY

OFFICE BUILDING 240 OLD COUNTRY ROAD, FOURTH FLOOR MINEOLA, NY 11501 where the same will remain open for public inspection for fifteen days.

Dated this 1st day of April, 2024.

JOSEPH A. ADAMO Chief Deputy Assessor, Nassau County

Further investigation revealed that an unknown amount of US currency had been removed from the cash register. The subject fled the scene eastbound on Front Street on a bicycle. The investigation is ongoing.

Detectives request anyone with information regarding the above incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.

— Via the Nassau County Police Department website

The Nassau County Police Department Arson Bomb Squad reports the arrest of a Franklin Square man that occurred on Tuesday, March 19 at 2:45 p.m. in Franklin Square:

According to detectives, officers responded to 800 Morton Avenue for a fire and observed the entire garage engulfed in flames. The fire then spread to the fence of 812 Morton Avenue and the garage of 587 Hewlett Street. During the fire, fireworks in the garage of 800 Morton Avenue were ignited. As a result, the fireworks were set off, causing the rear garage and fence of 605 Hewlett Street to catch fire. The fireworks also entered the living room of 800 Morton Avenue and landed on a couch starting a fire within the home.

A 57-year-old resident of the home was later put under arrest.

Franklin Square Fire Department, Arson Bomb Squad, Nassau County Fire Marshall and Town of Hempstead Building Department all responded to the scene. No injuries have been reported at this time.

The defendant is charged with unlawful storage of explosives and unlawful possession of explosives without licenses and certificates. He was to be arraigned on March 20 at First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead.

Firefighters from around the area helped battle a two-structure fire caused by fireworks in Franklin Square in late February. (Via the Franklin Square Munson Fire Department’s Facebook)

— Via the Nassau County Police Department website; lightly edited

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LEGAL NOTICES

brary of Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York, for the purpose of presentation of the budget of the estimated expenditures for the school fiscal year 2024-2025 as prepared by the Board of Education, to discuss other matters to be voted upon by voting machine on May 21, 2024 and to transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting. A copy of such proposed budget shall be made available to and may be obtained by any taxpayer or resident in the District at any schoolhouse in the District during the hours from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, beginning May 7, 2024.

Pursuant to Chapter 258 of the Laws of 2008, Section 495 was added to the Real Property Tax Law and requires the School District to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value of the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted by the statutory authority, and show the cumulative impact of each type of exemption, the

cumulative amount expected to be received as payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) and the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. In addition, said exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN that for the purpose of voting upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures for the school fiscal year 2024-2025 or propositions involving the expenditures of money or authorizing the levy of taxes, or for such other propositions as may have been duly presented, a vote will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in the Gymnasium of Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York and the polls will be open for such vote on the said day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN that for the purpose of electing a trustee or trustees to serve as a member of the Board of Education an election will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in the Gymnasium of Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York and the polls will

be open for such vote on the said day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The positions are as follows:

To elect one (1) member of the Board of Education for a three (3) year term commencing July 1, 2024 and expiring June 30, 2027, as a result of the vacancy created by the expiration of the term of Tom Pinou.

To elect one (1) member of the Board of Education for a three (3) year term commencing July 1, 2024 and expiring June 30, 2027, as a result of the vacancy created by the expiration of the term of Joseph Sileo.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN, that petitions nominating a candidate or candidates for the office of trustee and member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or Holiday, but by no later than April 22, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, prevailing time. Each vacancy upon the Board of Education to be filled shall be considered a separate specific vacancy. Each petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the District; must be signed by

at least 32 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 qualified voters or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the 2023 annual election); must state the name and residence of each signer and must state the name and residence of the candidate and shall describe the specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the School District’s budget for 2024-2025, exclusive of public monies, may be obtained by any resident of the District during business hours beginning May 7, 2024, except Saturday, Sunday or holidays at the Administration Building, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, the offices of each schoolhouse in the District, and on the website maintained by the District.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law. If a voter has previously registered pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law in the Garden City Union Free School District and has voted at an annu-

al or special district meeting in such district within the last four (4) calendar years, he or she is eligible to vote at this election. If a voter is registered and eligible to vote under Article 5 of the Election Law, he or she is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register.

Voters may register to vote on any school day not less than five (5) days preceding the election and budget vote at the Office of the District Clerk, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., prevailing time, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such register of voters, provided that he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such election for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law will be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the School District and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District beginning May 16, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m.

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and 4:00 p.m. (except Saturday, for which the hours will be between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon only), on each of the five (5) days prior to and the day set for the annual District election, except Sunday.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Garden City Union Free School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, by mail to District Clerk, Garden City Union Free School District, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York 11530, by email to dicapuad@gcufsd.net or fax sent to (516) 294-1045. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 25, 2024.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Garden City Union Free School District, may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk in person, by mail to District Clerk, Garden City Union Free School District, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, 11530, by email to dicapuad@gcufsd.net, or fax sent to (516) 294-1045. In such request, the military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the application by mail, fax or email. A military voter must return the original military ballot application by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at the address above. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on April 25, 2024. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the Office of the District Clerk at 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, 11530. Military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before the close of polls on May 21, 2024 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 p.m. on May

21, 2024 and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law of the State of New York, The Board of Registration will meet on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 between the hours of 6:00A.M. and 9:00 P.M., prevailing time, in the gymnasium of the Garden City High School, 170 Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, New York, to prepare the register of the school district to be used at the Budget Vote and election to be held in 2025 and any special district meetings that may be held after the preparation of such Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such Register provided that at such meeting of said Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school election for which such Register is prepared, or any special district meeting held after May 21, 2024.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that applications for absentee ballots and early mail ballots will be available at the Office of the District Clerk, Room 1, Administration Building, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York for eligible residents after April 19, 2024 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, except holidays. In accordance with Education Law Section 2018-a and Section 2018-e, such completed applications for absentee ballots or early mail ballots may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than April 22, 2024, and must be received by the District Clerk at least seven days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or by May 14, 2024, or the day before the election, May 20, 2024, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or to the agent named in the absentee ballot application. Absentee ballots early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 P.M., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a list of persons to whom absentee ballots and early mail ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 16, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 12 Noon and 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on May 21, 2024, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such list, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such list, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election, on election day. A challenge to an absentee ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an early mail ballot. A challenge to an early mail ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an absentee ballot.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with 2035 of the Education Law, any referenda or propositions to amend the budget, or otherwise to be submitted for voting at said election, must be filed with the District Clerk, at the District Office, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, New York, in sufficient time to permit notice of the proposition to be included with the Notice of Public Hearing, Budget Vote and Election required by Section 2004 of the Education Law or on or before March 22, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.; prevailing time; must be typed or printed in English language; must be directed to the clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least 79 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the district or 5% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the School Board will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, which is unlawful or any proposition which fails to include a specific appropriation where the expenditure of monies is required by the proposition, or where other valid reason exists for excluding the proposition from the ballot.

BOARD OF EDUCATION, GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

DANA DICAPUA, DISTRICT CLERK

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, the District Clerk shall mail an early mail ballot to every qualified voter otherwise eligible for such ballot, who requests an early mail ballot from the District Clerk in a letter which is signed by the voter and received by the District Clerk not earlier than the thirtieth (30th) day (April 22, 2024) nor later than the seventh (7th) day (May 15, 2024) before the Special District Meeting and which states the mailing address if different from the residence address and an address to which the ballot shall be mailed. The early mail ballot of a voter who requested such ballot by letter, rather than application, shall not be counted unless a valid application form, signed by such voter, is received by the District Clerk.

DISTRITO ESCOLAR

GARDEN CITY UNION FREE

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA

SOBRE EL PRESUPUESTO, REUNIÓN ANUAL Y ELECCIÓN ANUAL POR EL PRESENTE

SE NOTIFICA que la Audiencia sobre el presupuesto del Distrito Escolar Garden City Union Free se llevar a cabo el d a martes 14demayode 2024 a las 8:15p.m. en la biblioteca de Garden City High School, 170Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, con el propósito de presentar el presupuesto de los gastos estimados para el a o fiscal escolar2024-2025 seg n lo preparado por la Junta de Educación, analizar otros asuntos para su votaci n mediante la m quina de votaci n el 21 demayode 2024 y para otros asuntos que se tratar n en el orden del d a debidament e sometidos a la consideración antes de la reunión. A partir del 7 demayode2024, se pondr a disposici n una copia del presupuesto sugerido para cualquier contribuyente o residente del distrito en cualquier edificio donde se encuentra la escuela del distrito entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 3:00p.m., todos los d as, excepto los s bados, domingos o feriados.

De conformidad con el Cap tulo258 de las Leyesde 2008, se agregó la Secci n495 a la Ley del Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles y requiere que el distrito escolar adjunte a su presupuesto sugerido un informe de exención. Dicho informe de exención, que también formar parte del presupuesto final, mostrar el monto del valor estimado total del registro de evaluaci n final utilizado en el proceso presupuestario que estar exento de impuestos, enumerar todos los tipos de exención concedidos por la autoridad legal y mostrar el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exenci n, el importe acumulativo que se espera recibir como pagos en lugar de impuestos (PILOT) y el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones concedidas. Adem s, dicho informe de exenci n se publicar en cualquier tablero de anuncios que tenga el distrito para avisos p blicos y en cualquier sitio web administrado por el distrito.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA

que, con el prop sito de votar sobre la asignación de los fondos necesarios para cubrir los gastos estimados para el a o fiscal escolar2024-2025 o para cumplir las propuestas que involucran gastos de dinero o autorizaciones para la recaudación de impuestos, o por otras propuestas debidamente presentadas, se realizará una votación el día martes 21 demayode2024 en el gimnasio de Garden City High School, 170Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York y las urnas estar n disponibles para la votaci n el d a mencionado entre las 6:00a.m. y las 9:00p.m.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA

que, a los fines de elegir un fideicomisario o varios para desempeñarse como miembro(s) de la Junta de Educación, se realizará una votación el martes 21 demayode2024 en el gimnasio de Garden City High School, 170Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York y las urnas estar n disponibles para la votaci n a partir del d a mencionado entre las 6:00a.m. y las 9:00 p. m. Los puestos son los siguientes: Elegir un (1) miembro de la Junta de Educación por un per odo de tres (3) a os a partir del 1 de julio de 2024 y que finaliza el 30 de unio de 2027, as como resultado de la vacante creada por la finalizaci n del mandato de Tom Pinou.

Elegir un (1) miembro de la Junta de Educación por un per odo de tres (3) a os a partir del 1 de julio de 2024 y que finaliza el 30 de unio de 2027, as como resultado de la vacante creada por la finalizaci n del mandato de Joseph Sileo. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que las solicitudes para nominar a un candidato o a varios candidatos para el cargo de fideicomisario y miembro de la Junta de Educación deben presentarse ante la secretaria del distrito en 56Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, entre las 9:00a.m. y las 4:30p.m., antes del 22deabrilde 2024 entre las 9:00a.m. y las 5:00p.m., hora en vigor. Cada vacante para la Junta de Educación que se cubrir se debe considerar una vacante espec fica y separada. Cada solicitud se dirigir a la secretaria del distrito y deber estar firmada por al menos 32votantes calificados del distrito (que representen 25votantes calificados o el 2% de la cantidad de votantes que votaron en la elección anual de2023, el n mero que sea mayor); se deber indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, as como tambi n el nombre y la residencia del candidato, y deber describir la vacante espec fica para la que se nomina al candidato. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que cualquier residente del Distrito puede obtener una copia de la declaración de la cantidad de dinero que se requerir para financiar el presupuesto del distrito escolar para2024-2025, sin incluir el dinero p blico, durante el horario laboral a partir del 7demayode 2024, excepto los s bados, domingos o feriados en el Edificio Administrativo, 56Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, las oficinas de cada escuela del distrito y en el sitio web del distrito.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educaci n o el Art culo5 de la Ley de Elecciones. Si un votante se ha registrado previamente de conformidad con la Sección2014 de la Ley de Educación en el Distrito Escolar Garden City Union Free

y ha votado en una reuni n de distrito anual o extraordinaria en este distrito en los ltimos cuatro(4) años calendario, es elegible para votar en esta elecci n. Si un votante est registrado y es elegible para votar en virtud del Art culo5 de la Ley de Elecciones, tambi n es elegible para votar en esta elecci n. Todas las dem s personas que deseen votar deber n registrarse. Los votantes pueden registrarse para votar cualquier d a escolar no menos de cinco(5)d as antes de la elecci n y la votaci n del presupuesto en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito, en 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, entre las 9:00a.m. y las 3:00p.m., hora en vigor, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendr derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho registro de votantes, siempre que se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacci n de la Junta de Registros que tiene o tendr derecho a votar en la elecci n para la cual se prepara el registro. El registro preparado seg n la Sección2014 de la Ley de Educaci n se presentar en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar y estar abierto para que cualquier votante calificado del distrito pueda inspeccionarlo a partir del 16demayode2024 entre las 9:00a. m. y las 12:00 p.m., y entre la 1:00 p. m. y las 4:00p.m. (excepto los s bados, cuyo horario ser entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 12:00 p.m. solamente), cada uno de los cinco(5)d as previos al d a establecido para la elección anual del distrito, excepto el domingo.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Garden City Union Free pidiendo una solicitud de registro a la secretaria del distrito y entreg ndola en persona, por correo postal a la secretaria del distrito, Distrito Escolar Garden City Union Free, 56Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York11530, por correo electrónico a dicapuad@gcufsd.net o por fax al (516)294-1045. El pedido de la solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir dicha solicitud por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro para votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito antes de las 5:00p.m. del 26deabrilde2024.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Garden City Union Free pueden pedir una solicitud de una boleta electoral militar a la secretaria del distrito en persona, por correo postal al Distrito Escolar Garden City Union Free, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, 11530, por correo electr nico a dicapuad@gcufsd.net o por fax al (516)294-1045. En esta solicitud, el votante militar

puede indicar su preferencia sobre la recepción de la solicitud por correo postal, fax o correo electr nico. El votante militar debe entregar la solicitud original de boleta electoral militar por correo postal o en persona en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito en la direcci n que figura arriba. Para que se le otorgue una boleta electoral militar a un votante militar, se debe recibir una solicitud de boleta electoral militar v lida en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito antes de las 5:00p.m.del 25de abril de 2024. Dichas solicitudes de boleta electoral militar recibidas conforme a lo mencionado anteriormente se procesar n de la misma manera que las solicitudes de boletas electorales no militares, en virtud de la Secci n2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta electoral militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir dicha boleta electoral militar por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que la boleta electoral militar original de un votante militar debe entregarse por correo postal o en persona a la oficina de la secretaria del distrito en 56Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, 11530. Las boletas electorales militares se escrutar n si la secretaria del distrito las recibe antes del cierre de la votaci n el 21 demayode 2024 y tienen una marca de cancelaci n del servicio postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un pa s extranjero, o un endoso fechado de recepción por parte de otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos, o si se las recibe antes de las 5:00p.m. del 21 demayode 2024, y est n firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo de ello, con una fecha que establezca que no son posteriores al d a previo a la elección.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que, seg n la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación del estado de Nueva York, la Junta de Registros se reunir el martes 21 demayode2024 entre las 6:00a.m. y las 9:00p.m., hora en vigor, en el gimnasio de Garden City High School, 170Rockaway Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, para preparar el registro del distrito escolar que se usar en la votaci n sobre el presupuesto y la elección por realizarse en2025 y cualquier reunión extraordinaria del distrito que pueda realizarse después de la preparación de dicho registro, momento en que toda persona tendr derecho a que se coloque su nombre en tal registro siempre que en tal reunión de la Junta de Registros se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta que esa persona tiene derecho a votar en la elección escolar para la cual se prepara el registro, o en cualquier reunión extraordinaria del distrito realizada después del 21demayode2024.

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TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que las solicitudes de boleta electoral por ausencia estarán disponibles en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito, Room 1, Administration Building, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York para los residentes elegibles después del 19deabrilde 2024 entre las 8:30a. m. y las 4:30 p.m., de lunes a viernes, excepto los feriados. De acuerdo con la Ley de Educación 2018-a, la secretaria del distrito no puede recibir las solicitudes de boleta electoral por ausencia completasantes del 22deabrilde 2024, y debe recibirlas al menos siete días antes de la elección si la boleta electoral se debe enviar por correo postal al votante, o antes del 14 demayode2024, o el día antes de la elección, 20demayode 2024, si la boleta electoral se entregará personalmente al votante o al agente designado en la solicitud de boleta electoral por ausencia. La secretaria del distrito debe recibir las boletas electorales por ausencia antes de las 5:00 p.m., hora en vigor, del martes 21demayode2024.

TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que estará disponible en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito una lista de personas para las que se emitieron boletas electorales por ausencia a fin de que los votantes calificados del distrito la inspeccionen luego del martes 16demayode 2024 entre las 9:00a. m. y las 12:00 p.m., y entre la 1:00 p. m. y las 4:00p. m. los días de semana previos al día establecido para la elección anual y el 21demayode2024, día establecido para la elección. Cualquier votante calificado puede, después de analizar la lista, presentar una impugnación por escrito de las calificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en la lista en cuestión, indicando los motivos de ello. La secretaria del distrito o un designado de la Junta de Educación comunicará a los inspectores de la elección acerca de cualquier impugnación por escrito el día de la elección. No se puede impugnar una boleta de voto en ausencia sobre la base de que el votante debería haber solicitado una boleta anticipada por correo. No se puede hacer una impugnación a una boleta de voto por correo anticipado sobre la base de que el votante debería haber solicitado una boleta de voto en ausencia.

JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN, DISTRITO ESCOLAR

GARDEN CITY UNION FREE

DANA DICAPUA, SECRETARIA DEL DISTRITO

4-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#246880-NIN/CITY

MINEOLA

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Nomad Notarized Document Services LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/29/2024. Office located in Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 22 Eden Rd, Lido Beach, NY 11561. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 4-17-10-3; 3-27-20-23-20246T-#246592-NIN/MA

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU CAPITAL ONE N.A. SUC-

CESSOR IN INTEREST UPON MERGER WITH ING BANK, FSB, V. RAMIN DANIALIAN, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 6, 2018, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein CAPITAL ONE N.A.

SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST UPON MERGER WITH ING BANK, FSB is the Plaintiff and RAMIN DANIALIAN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction

POR EL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que, de conformidad con una regla adoptada por la Junta de Educación de acuerdo con la Sección 2035 de la Ley de Educación, cualquier referéndum o propuesta para enmendar el presupuesto, o que de otra manera se presente para la votación en dicha elección, se debe presentar ante la secretaria del Distrito, en la oficina del Distrito, 56 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, Nueva York, con tiempo suficiente para permitir que el aviso de la propuesta se incluya con el aviso de audiencia pública, la votación del presupuesto y la elección, según lo dispuesto en la Sección2004 de la Ley de Educación, o antes del 22 demarzode 2024 a las 5:00 p. m., hora en vigor. Debe estar escrita a máquina o en letra de molde en inglés, debe dirigirse a la secretaria del Distrito Escolar, debe estar firmada por al menos 79votantes calificados del Distrito (que representen veinticinco (25)votantes calificados del distrito o el 5% de la cantidad de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior, el número que sea mayor) y debe indicar de manera legible el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no considerará ninguna solicitud de presentar ante los votantes ninguna propuesta cuyo propósito no esté dentro de sus facultades de decisión, que esté fuera de la ley o que no incluya una asignación espec fica cuando dicha propuesta requiera un gasto de dinero, o cuando exista alguna otra razón válida para excluir la propuesta de la votación.

RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on April 19, 2024 at 3:00PM, premises known as 18 MEADOW DRIVE, ALBERTSON, NY 11507: Section 0007, Block 0021200, Lot 00016: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ALBERTSON, TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subect to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 008819/ 2015. Tony L. D’Anzica, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, estbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 4-10-3; 3-27-20-2024-4T#246695-NIN/MA

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR-IN-INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES, BEAR STEARNS ALT-A TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1, Plaintiff, AGAINST ADRIAN MOHAMED, JEANA KHUBLALL A/K/A JEANA MOHAMED, et al.

Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on August 19, 2019.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM premises known as 223 Pershing Parkway, Mineola, NY 11501.

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

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Mineola, County of Nassau and State of New

York. Section 9, Block 269 and Lot 31 32.

Approximate amount of judgment $468,203.42 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #004204/2013.

Russell S. Burman, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP - Attorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747

4-17-10-3; 3-27-2024-4T#246860-NIN/MA

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC

BUDGET HEARING, BUDGET VOTE, AND BOARD TRUSTEE ELECTION

MINEOLA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOWN OF NORTH

HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Mineola Union Free School District, Town of North Hempstead, Nassau County, New York will be held on Thursday, May 9,2024 - at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time, at the Mineola Synergy Building, located at 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040, for the presentation of the 2024-2025 budget document.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that said vote and election will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. prevailing time, at the following location:

Polling Place Mineola Synergy Building, 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, NY 11040

The polls will be opened to vote by optical scanning voting machine upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the 2024-2025 school year and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To elect two (2) members of the Board of Education for a three-year (3) term commencing July 1, 2024and expiring onJune 30, 2027.

3. The following proposition to expend from the Mineola 2022 Capital Reserve Fund: PROPOSITION

YES NO

Shall the Board of Education of the Mineola Union Free School District be authorized to expend an amount up to $4,500,000.00 from the Mineola 2022 Capital Reserve to: (a) replace the roof system and skylight of the Mineola High School lobby, including if needed replacement of gutters and related asphalt areas, performance of related masonry repairs, and of other related work, including installing insulation, painting wood trim, connecting downspouts, and abatement of materials; (b) replace the ceiling grid and lighting of the Mineola High School lobby and various classrooms; (c) pro-

vide additional funding for construction of softball field, including dugouts, retaining walls, fencing, lighting, plumbing, spectator seating, landscaping, and preparation work for construction of bathrooms, storage area and concession stand at Mineola Middle School; (d) construct new sidewalk entrance to current gym at Mineola Middle School; (e)repair exterior stairs and walls outside art room of Mineola Middle School; (f) replace Mineola Middle School fire alarm system; (g) replace ceilings and ooring on second oor of Mineola Middle School; (h) repair and/or replace Mineola Middle School elevator in whole or in part; (i) repoint brickwork and masonry repairs at Hampton Elementary School and Mineola Middle School; (j)repair and/or replace heating and air conditioning systems at Willis Avenue School; and (k) pay any related or associated costs of each of these projects, including but not limited to the professional services for each of these projects?

AND NOTICE IS FUR-

THER GIVEN that the aforesaid proposition may appear on the ballots of the voting machines used at the vote and election to be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in the following abbreviated form due to space constraints: YES NO

Shall the Board of Education be authorized: to expend an amount up to $4,500,000.00 from the Mineola 2022 Capital Reserve to: (a) replace the roof system and skylight of the Mineola HS lobby; (b) replace the ceiling grid and lighting of the Mineola HS lobby and various classrooms; (c)provide additional funding for construction of softball field at Mineola MS; (d) construct new sidewalk entrance to current gym at Mineola MS; (e) repair exterior stairs and walls outside art room of Mineola MS; (f) replace Mineola MS fire alarm system; (g) replace ceilings and ooring on second oor of Mineola MS; (h) repair and/or replace Mineola MS elevator; (i) repoint brickwork and masonry repairs at Hampton Street School and Mineola MS; (j) repair and/or replace heating and air conditioning systems at Willis Avenue School; and (k) pay any related or associated costs of each of these projects?

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the election and budget vote shall be by machine or absentee ballot. The hours during which the polls shall be kept open shall be from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. prevailing time or for as long thereafter as necessary to enable qualified voters who are in the polling place at 9:00 p.m. to cast their ballots.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN that a copy of the detailed statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the District’s budget for the school year 2024-2025, exclusive of

public monies, to be voted on at the Annual District Public Election and Vote to be held on May 21, 2024, will be available at the said Annual Election and, upon request, may be obtained by any resident of the District at each school house in the district in which school is maintained, during the hours of from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or holiday during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the election.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN that pursuant to Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law, the District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report will be annexed to any tentative/preliminary budget, as well as the final adopted budget of which it will form a part; and shall be posted on District bulletin board(s) maintained for public notices, as well as on the District’s website www.mineola.k12. ny.us.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN that candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be nominated by petition directed to the District Clerk. Each such petition shall be signed by at least fi alifi d voters of the district, shall state the name and residence of the candidate and the name and residence of each signer, and must be filed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. in the Office of the District Clerk, 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040, not later than the thirtieth (30th day preceding the election at which the candidates so nominated are to be elected (April 22, 2024). Vacancies on the Board of Education are not considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large. Nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board for which the candidate is nominated. Nominating petitions may be obtained in the Office of the District Clerk. The candidate(s) receiving the greatest number of votes shall be considered elected to office. here terms are of different length, the candidate receiving the highest number of votes shall be appointed to the longest term of office. However, a nomination may be rejected by the Board of Education if the candidate is ineligible for the office or declares his unwillingness to serve.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

REGISTRATION

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

The Board of Registration of said school district will meet at the Mineola Synergy Building, located at 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., for the purpose of preparing a register of the qualified voters, at which time any person shall be entitled to have his/ her name placed upon such register, providing that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he/she is known or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration, to be then or thereafter entitled to vote. Registration is also permitted daily up to and including Thursday, May 16, 2024 in the Office of District Clerk during the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

The Board of Registration shall also meet at the polling

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GIVEN that applications for an Early Mail and Absentee Ballot must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than thirty (30) days before the Annual Election. An application for an early mail or absentee ballot may be received by the District Clerk no earlier than thirty (3) days before the Annual Meeting and Election. Applications for early mail or absentee ballots may be obtained during school business hours from the District Clerk between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or by the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or his/her designated agent. Upon receiving a timely application for a mailed early mail or absentee ballot, the District Clerk will mail the ballot to the address designated on the application by no later than six (6) days before the Annual Election. To be canvassed, early mail and absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on May 14, 2024. A list of all persons to whom early mail and absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District on each of the five days preceding the Annual Meeting and Election in the Office of the District Clerk during regular business hours until the day of the election and such list shall also be posted at the voting place during the Annual Meeting and Election. Any qualified voter may challenge the acceptance of the early mail or absentee voter’s ballot of any person on such list, making his/her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the Inspector of Election before the close of the polls.

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place on the date and during the hours of the aforesaid election for the purpose of preparing a register for meetings and elections held subsequent thereto.

The Register of the qualified voters will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk, where it shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Sunday, except the hours shall be between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Saturday; and also at each polling place during the hours of said election.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that Military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the school district. Military voters may apply to register to vote with the District Clerk in person at the Mineola Synergy Building, located at 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040 or by calling that office at 516-237-2043 or by contacting the District Clerk via email at cvelez mineola. k12.ny.us Upon such request for a military voter application, such military voter may indicate his/her preference for receiving the application for registration by mail, facsimile or electronic mail. Such registration application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Any military voter shall be entitled to have his/ her name placed upon such register, provided, that he/she is known or proven to be to the satisfaction of the District Clerk, to be then or thereafter entitled to military voter status at the annual meeting and election for which such register is prepared. A military voter means a qualified voter of New York State who is in actual military service and will, therefore, be absent from the District in which he or she is qualified to vote on the day of registration or election or is discharged from military service within 30 days of an election or a spouse, parent, child or dependent of the military voter if a qualified voter of New York State and a resident of the same school district as the military voter or military personnel residing on a military base within a school district in New York State for a period of 30 days immediately preceding the election.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN that in accordance with Part 122 of the Rules and Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, military voters who are qualified voters of the school district may apply for a military ballot. Applications for military ballots may be requested from the District Clerk or by calling that office at 516-2372043 or by contacting the District Clerk via email at cvelez mineola.k12.ny.us

Upon such request for a mil-

itary voter ballot application, such military voter may indicate his/her preference for receiving the application by mail, facsimile or electronic mail. Completed military ballot applications must be received by the Clerk of the District no later than 5:00 pm on April 25, 2024. A register of all persons to whom military ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk during regular business hours until the day of the election and at the polling places on the day of the vote.

PLEASE TAKE FUR-

THER NOTICE that the Board of Education shall convene a special meeting following the closing of the polls and after the filing with the District Clerk of written reports of the results of the election, for the purpose of examining and tabulating said reports and declaring the results of the election; and that the Board hereby designates the Superintendent and District Clerk to be a set of poll clerks to cast and canvass ballots pursuant to Education Law Section 2019-a.. By Order of the Board of Education of the Mineola Union Free School District Town of North Hempstead, Nassau County, New York

By: Cindy Velez District Clerk

Mineola UFSD

Nassau County, New York

5-1; 4-24-17-10-2024-4T247064-NIN/MA AVISO LEGAL AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA DE PRESUPUESTO, VOTACIÓN DE PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN DE FIDEICOMISARIO DEL CONSEJO

DISTRITO ESCOLAR NO SINDICALIZADO DE MINEOLA

PUEBLO DE NORTH HEMPSTEAD, CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

POR EL PRESENTE SE

NOTIFICA que tendrá lugar una audiencia pública de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar No Sindicalizado de Mineola, Pueblo de North Hempstead, Condado de Nassau, Nueva York, el ueves 9 de mayo de 2024 a las 7:00 p.m. del horario en vigencia, en Mineola Synergy Building, ubicado en 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040, por la presentación del documento del presupuesto 2024-2025.

Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que dicha votaci n y elecci n tendr lugar el martes 21 de mayo de 2024 en el horario de 6:00 a.m. a 9:00 p.m. del horario en vigencia, en el siguiente lugar: Lugar de votación : Mineola Synergy Building, 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, NY 11040 Las urnas estarán abiertas para votar mediante m quina de votaci n con escaneo pti-

co sobre los siguientes temas:

1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año escolar 2024-2025 y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante imposición sobre las propiedades imponibles del Distrito.

2. Elegir dos (2) miembros del Conse o de Educaci n por un plazo de tres (3) a os que comenzar el 1. de ulio de 2024 y vencer el 30 de unio de 2027.

3. La siguiente propuesta para hacer un gasto de la Reserva de Capital 2022 de Mineola: PROPUESTA S NO

Debe el Conse o de Educaci n del Distrito Escolar No Sindicalizado de Mineola gastar un monto de un m ximo de 4,500,000.00 de la Reserva de Capital 2022 de Mineola para lo siguiente : (a) Reemplazar el sistema de techo y el tragaluz del vest bulo de la Escuela Secundaria Mineola lo que incluye, si es necesario, el reemplazo de canaletas y reas de asfalto relacionadas, la realizaci n de reparaciones de mamposter a relacionadas y de otros traba os relacionados, lo que incluye la instalación de aislamiento, pintura de molduras de madera, conexi n de ba antes pluviales y eliminaci n de materiales; (b) Reemplazar la re illa del cielorraso y las luces del vest bulo de la Escuela Secundaria Mineola y de diversos salones de clases; (c) Proporcionar fondos adicionales para la construcción del campo de s ftbol, lo que incluye banquillos, muros de contenci n, cercas, luces, plomer a, asientos para espectadores, paisa ismo y traba os de preparaci n para la construcci n de ba os, rea de almacenamiento y puesto de comida en la Escuela Media Mineola; (d) Construir una nueva entrada de acera al gimnasio actual en la Escuela Media Mineola; (e) Reparar escaleras y paredes exteriores en el exterior de la sala de arte de la Escuela Media Mineola;

(f) Reemplazar el sistema de alarmas de incendios de la Escuela Media Mineola;

(g) Reemplazar cielorrasos y pisos del segundo piso de la Escuela Media Mineola; (h) Reparar y/o reemplazar total o parcialmente el elevador de la Escuela Media Mineola;

(i) Reparar untas de ladrillos y reparaciones de mamposter a en la Escuela Primaria Hampton y la Escuela Media Mineola; y ( ) reparar y/o reemplazar los sistemas de calefacción y aire acondicionado en la Escuela illis Avenue; (k) Pagar todo costo relacionado o asociado de cada uno de estos proyectos lo que incluye, de forma enunciativa y no limitativa, los servicios profesionales para cada uno de estos proyectos.

Y POR EL PRESENTE

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS de que la proposición antes mencionada puede aparecer en las boletas de las máquinas de votaci n utilizadas en la votaci n y elecci n que se llevar a cabo el martes 21 de

mayo de 2024 en la siguiente forma abreviada debido a limitaciones de espacio: PROPUESTA

S NO

Debe el Conse o de Educaci n contar con autorizaci n para lo siguiente : gastar un monto de un m ximo de 4,500,000.00 de la Reserva de Capital 2022 de Mineola para lo siguiente: (a) reemplazar el sistema de techo y el tragaluz del vest bulo de la Escuela Secundaria Mineola; (b) reemplazar la re illa del cielorraso y las luces del vest bulo de la Escuela Secundaria Mineola y de diversos salones de clases; (c)Proporcionar fondos adicionales para la construcción del campo de s ftbol, lo que incluye banquillos, muros de contenci n, cercas, luces, plomer a, asientos para espectadores, paisa ismo y traba os de preparaci n para la construcci n de ba os, rea de almacenamiento y puesto de comida en la Escuela Media Mineola; (d) construir una nueva entrada de acera al gimnasio actual en la Escuela Media Mineola; (e) reparar escaleras y paredes exteriores en el exterior de la sala de arte de la Escuela Media Mineola; (f) reemplazar el sistema de alarmas de incendios de la Escuela Media Mineola; (g) reemplazar cielorrasos y pisos del segundo piso de la Escuela Media Mineola; (h) reparar y/o reemplazar total o parcialmente el elevador de la Escuela Media Mineola; (i) reparar untas de ladrillos y reparaciones de mamposter a en la Escuela Primaria Hampton y la Escuela Media Mineola; y ( ) reparar y/o reemplazar los sistemas de calefacción y aire acondicionado en la Escuela illis Avenue; (k) pagar todo costo relacionado o asociado de cada uno de estos proyectos lo que incluye, de forma enunciativa y no limitativa, los servicios profesionales para cada uno de estos proyectos.

Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que la elecci n y la votaci n del presupuesto tendrá lugar mediante m quina o voto en ausencia. El horario durante el cual estarán abiertas las urnas ser de 6:00 a.m. a 9:00 p.m. del horario en vigencia, o durante todo el tiempo necesario de ah en m s para permitir que los votantes calificados que se encuentran en el lugar de votaci n a las 9:00 p.m. emitan sus votos.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que una copia del estado detallado del monto de dinero que ser necesario para financiar el presupuesto del Distrito para el a o escolar 20242025, lo que excluye el dinero p blico, sobre el cual se votar en la Elecci n y Votaci n P blica Anual del Distrito que tendr lugar el 21 de mayo de 2024 estar disponible en dicha Elección Anual y que los residentes del Distrito que la soliciten podrán obtenerla en cada edificio escolar del distrito en el que funciona una escuela, durante el horario de 9:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. todos los d as a excepci n de los

s bados, domingos o feriados durante catorce (14) d as inmediatamente anteriores a la elección.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, de conformidad con la Secci n 495 de la Ley Sobre el Impuesto a la Propiedad, el Distrito tiene la obligaci n de ad untar un informe de exenci n a su presupuesto propuesto. Dicho informe de exenci n ser anexado a todo presupuesto tentativo/ preliminar, adem s del presupuesto definitivo adoptado del cual ser una parte; y ser publicado en el/los tablero(s) de anuncios del Distrito mantenido(s) para avisos p blicos, adem s del sitio web del Distrito: www.mineola.k12. ny.us.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los candidatos para el cargo de miembro del Conseo de Educaci n ser n nominados mediante una petición dirigida al Secretario del Distrito. Cada petici n contar con la firma de un m nimo de veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del distrito, incluirá el nombre y la residencia del candidato y el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y debe ser presentada en el horario de 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040, a m s tardar en el trig simo (30) d a antes de la elección en la que los candidatos nominados deben ser elegidos (22 de abril de 2024). Las vacantes del Conse o de Educaci n no se consideran cargos espec ficos por separado; los candidatos son electos en una elección general. Las peticiones de nominación no deben describir ninguna vacante espec fica en el Conse o para la cual se nomina al candidato. Las peticiones de nominación se pueden obtener en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito. El/ los candidato(s) que recibe(n) la mayor cantidad de votos ser (n) considerado(s) elegido(s) para el cargo. En los casos en los que los plazos sean de diferentes duraciones, el candidato que reciba la mayor cantidad de votos ser designado para el cargo con el plazo m s prolongado. Sin embargo, el Conse o de Educaci n puede rechazar una nominación si el candidato no puede ser elegido para el cargo o declara que no está dispuesto a desempeñarlo.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que el Secretario del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes de voto por correo anticipado y en ausencia no antes de treinta (30) d as antes de la Elecci n Anual. El Secretario del Distrito puede recibir las solicitudes de voto por correo anticipado y en ausencia no antes de treinta (30) d as antes de la Asamblea y Elección Anual. Las solicitudes de voto por correo anticipado o en ausencia se pueden obtener durante el horario escolar solicit ndoselas al Secretario del Distrito en el horario de 9:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. El Secretario del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes con toda la informaci n por lo menos siete (7)

d as antes de la elecci n, si la boleta electoral se enviar por correo al votante, o el d a antes de la elección si la boleta electoral se entregará en persona al votante o su agente designado. Despu s de recibir una solicitud de voto por correo anticipado o en ausencia dentro de los plazos previstos, el Secretario del Distrito enviar por correo la boleta electoral a la dirección que se indica en la solicitud a m s tardar seis (6) d as antes de la Elecci n Anual. Para ser tenidos en cuenta, el Secretario del Distrito debe recibir los votos por correo anticipado y en ausencia a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del horario en vigencia el 14 de mayo de 2024. Una lista de todas las personas a las que se les entregarán votos por correo anticipado y en ausencia estará disponible para su consulta por parte de los votantes calificados del Distrito en cada uno de los cinco d as anteriores a la Asamblea y Elección Anual en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito durante el horario de atención normal hasta el d a de la elecci n y dicha lista también se publicará en el lugar de votaci n durante la Asamblea y Elección Anual. Todo votante calificado puede ob etar la aceptaci n de la boleta electoral por correo anticipado o en ausencia de cualquier persona en dicha lista, informando su ob eci n y los motivos de la misma al Inspector de la Elecci n antes del cierre de las urnas. INSCRIPCIÓN

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que es necesaria la inscripci n personal de los votantes de conformidad con la Secci n 2014 de la Ley de Educación o de conformidad con el Art culo 5 de la Ley Electoral. Si un votante ya se inscribió de conformidad con la Secci n 2014 de la Ley de Educaci n y vot en una asamblea anual o especial del distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) a os calendario, el mismo califica para votar en esta Asamblea Especial; si un votante se inscribi y califica para votar conforme al Artculo 5 de la Ley Electoral, el mismo tambi n califica para votar en esta elecci n. Todas las demás personas que desean votar deben inscribirse.

El Conse o de Inscripci n de dicho distrito escolar se reunir en Mineola Synergy Building, ubicado en 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040, el martes 7 de mayo de 2024, de 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m., con el ob eto de crear un registro de los votantes calificados, y en dicha oportunidad toda persona tendrá derecho a que se incluya su nombre en dicho registro, siempre que el Conse o de Inscripci n est al tanto o que la misma le demuestre que tiene derecho o tendr derecho a votar en dicha reuni n del Conse o de Inscripci n. La inscripci n también es posible todos los d as hasta el ueves 16 de mayo de 2024 en la Oficina del Secretario del Condado durante el horario de 11:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m.

El Conse o de Inscripci n también se reunirá en el lugar de votaci n en la fecha y durante el horario de la antes mencionada elecci n, con el ob eto de preparar un registro para las asambleas y elecciones que tendrán lugar de aqu en m s.

El registro de votantes calificados se presentar ante la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, en la que estar disponible para su consulta por parte de todo votante calificado en el horario de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. cada uno de los cinco d as anteriores al d a de la elecci n, excepto los domingos, con la excepci n de que los sábados el horario ser de 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 del mediod a, y adem s en cada lugar de votaci n durante el horario de dicha elección.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes militares que no están inscritos actualmente pueden solicitar ser inscritos como votantes calificados del distrito escolar. Los votantes militares pueden solicitar su inscripci n para votar ante el Secretario del Distrito en persona en Mineola Synergy Building, ubicado en 2400 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, New York 11040, llamando a dicha oficina al 516-237-2043, o comunic ndose con el Secretario del Distrito por correo electr nico escribiendo a cvalez mineola.k12.ny.us. Despu s de una solicitud para un votante militar de este tipo, el votante militar puede indicar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de inscripción por correo, facs mil o correo electr nico. La Oficina del Secretario del Distrito debe recibir dichas solicitudes de inscripci n a m s tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el martes 16 de abril de 2024. Todos los votantes militares tendrán derecho a que se agregue su nombre al registro, siempre que el Secretario del Distrito est al tanto o que los mismos le demuestren a su satisfacción que tienen derecho o que tendrán derecho a la condici n de votante militar en la asamblea y elección anual para la cual se creó el registro. Un votante militar es un votante calificado del Estado de Nueva York que se encuentra en servicio militar concreto y que, por lo tanto, estar ausente del Distrito en el que est calificado para votar el d a de la inscripci n o de la elección o que es dado de ba a de servicio militar en un plazo de 30 d as de una elecci n o un c nyuge, padre, madre, hi o/a o dependiente del votante militar si se trata de un votante calificado del Estado de Nueva York y un residente del mismo distrito escolar que el votante militar o personal militar que reside en una base militar dentro del distrito escolar en el Estado de Nueva York durante un per odo de 30 d as inmediatamente antes de la elección.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, de conformidad con la Parte 122 de las Normas y Regulaciones del Comisionado de Educaci n, los votantes

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militares que son votantes calificados del distrito escolar pueden solicitar una boleta electoral militar. Las solicitudes de boletas electorales militares se pueden solicitar al Secretario del Distrito llamando a dicha oficina al tel fono 516-2372043 o comunic ndose con el Secretario del Distrito por correo electrónico escribiendo a cvalez mineola.k12. ny.us . Despu s de una solicitud de boleta electoral para un votante militar de este tipo, el votante militar puede indicar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud por correo, facs mil o correo electr nico. El Secretario del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes de boleta electoral militar con toda la informaci n a m s tardar a las 5:00 pm el 25 de abril de 2024. Se encontrar disponible un registro de todas las personas a las que se emitieron boletas electorales militares en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito durante el horario de atenci n normal hasta el d a de la elecci n y en los lugares de votaci n el d a de la votaci n.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que el Conse o de Educaci n se reunir en una asamblea especial despu s del cierre de las urnas y despu s de la presentación ante el Secretario del Distrito de los informes por escrito de los resultados de la elecci n, con el ob eto de evaluar y tabular dichos informes y declarar los resultados de la elecci n; y que por el presente el Conse o designa al Superintendente y al Secretario del Distrito para que se desempe en como secretarios de votaci n para emitir y contar las boletas electorales de conformidad con la Secci n 2019-a de la Ley de Educación.

Por orden del Conse o de Educaci n del Distrito Escolar No Sindicalizado de Mineola Pueblo de North Hempstead, Condado de Nassau, Nueva York

Por: Cindy V lez, Secretaria del Distrito, UFSD de Mineola Condado de Nassau, Nueva York 5-1; 4-24-17-10-2024-4T247065-NIN/MA LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU,

James J. eefe, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 201094-1

5-1, 4-24-17-10-2024-4T247078-NIN/MA

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU ELLS FARGO BAN , N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST CLOTAIRE PIERRE LOUIS, MARGO PIERRE LOUIS A/ /A MARGO PIERRE-LOUIS, JOSE FLORES, JOSE FUENTES, LEDA FUENTES, MARIA FLORES, SUMAN PIDAL, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 30, 2016, 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 May 14, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 200 ALDORF AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 32, Block 428, Lots 42 to 47. Approximate amount of udgment 698,075.75 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed Judgment Index 003953/2010. 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 . Mark S. Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 ehrle Drive illiamsville, NY 14221 00-209418 80023

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an Order Amending Caption, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 8, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on May 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 537 Liberty Avenue, illiston Park, NY 11596. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of illiston Park, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 9, Block 272 and Lot 144. Approximate amount of udgment is 414,006.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed Judgment Index 614054/2018. 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.

247018-NIN/NHP

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NOTICE

The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on April 4, 2024 and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an ob ect or purpose for which the Herricks Union Free School District, in the County of Nassau, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this Notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the publication of this Notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.

Lisa Rutkoske District Clerk BOND RESOLUTION OF THE HERRICKS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, NEW YORK, ADOPTED APRIL 4, 2024, AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF SETTLED CLAIMS, STATING THE ESTIMATED TOTAL COST THEREOF IS $5,000,000, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $5,000,000 BONDS OF SAID DISTRICT TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION

The ob ect or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the payment of settled claims resulting from litigation commenced against the District pursuant to the New York Child Victims Act, at the estimated total cost of 5,000,000.

The amount of obligations to be issued is not to exceed 5,000,000.

The period of probable usefulness is between five (5) and fifteen (15) years and shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the New York Local Finance Law.

A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the District Clerk, Herricks Union Free School District, 999-B Herricks Road, New Hyde Park New York 11040.

Dated: April 4, 2024

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WESTBURY

3 ASSET-BAC ED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-

3, Plaintiff, vs. DAPHNE BEADLE A/ /A DAPHNE

A. BEADLE, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 16, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 30, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 135 Post Avenue, Unit 6U, estbury, NY 11590.

All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of estbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 10, Block 100 and Lot 518U together with an undivided 0.8746 percent interest in the Common Elements. Approximate amount of udgment is 404,754.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed Judgment Index 612994/2018. 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.

Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee

Eckert Seamans Cherin Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, hite Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff 4-17-10-3; 3-27-2024-4T246613-NIN/ BY

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the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 25, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 205 East Grand Street estbury, NY 11590 A A 205 Grand Street, estbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in estbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 11, Block 46, Lots 65 164. Approximate amount of udgment 332,220.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed Judgment Index 607474/2022. 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 . Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 ehrle Drive illiamsville, NY 14221 18-000594 79792 4-17-10-3; 3-27-2024-4T246713-NIN/ BY

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CEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT EAST MEADOW IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 604205/2017. Mark L. Lieberman, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, estbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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LEGAL NOTICE

DOCORAM, LLC

Announcement

TIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR ELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE ASSET-BAC ED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-AR9,

ET AL, Defendants. PLEASE TA E NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on November 10, 2017, I, Rod E. ovel, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on May 13, 2024 at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY, at 2:00PM the premises described as fol-

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMTP TRUST, SERIES 2019-C, Plaintiff AGAINST PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF NASSAU COUNTY AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JOSE MIGUEL FLORES, IRMA FLORES AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF JOSE MIGUEL FLORES, MATILDE CORCHADO AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF JOSE MIGUEL FLORES, IVONE FLORES AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF JOSE MIGUEL FLORES, GISELL FLORES AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF JOSE MIGUEL FLORES, JOSUE FLORES AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF JOSE MIGUEL FLORES, M.F. (FULL NAME REDACTED AS DEFENDANT IS A MINOR) AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF JOSE MIGUEL FLORES, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 19, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of

Notice of Formation of That ood ork LLC. Art of Org filed with the SSNY on 8/28/23. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail a copy of process against LLC to: 235 Lansdowne Ave, Carle Place, NY 11514. Purpose: Any lawful. 5-1; 4-24-17-10-3; 3-272024-6T- 246946-NIN/ BY

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NE YOR COUNTY OF NASSAU NJCC-NYS COMMUNITY RESTORATION FUND LLC, -againstMARIANN CICE, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 5, 2020, wherein NJCCNYS COMMUNITY RESTORATION FUND LLC is the Plaintiff and MARIANN CICE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on May 6, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 65 PILGRIM LANE, ESTBURY, NY 11590; and the following tax map identification: 45465-12.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PAR-

Notice of formation of DOCORAM, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on March 19, 2024. Office located in Nassau. SSNY has been designated as agent for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of process served to 755 Franklin St estbury, NY 11590. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 5-8-1; 4-24-17-10-3-20246T- 247020-NIN/ BY

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STATE OF NE YOR SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE HSBC BAN USA, NA-

ENTERTAINMENT & LIFESTYLE

BY JENNIFER CORR jcorr@antonnews.com

Carnegie Hall, the New York concert venue that opened in 1891, has been known to experiment with the environment of its concerts. Beginning in 2023, the venue started hosting a concert series that encouraged relaxation, mindfulness, and well-being.

Carnegie Hall’s Well-Being Concerts allow attendees to relax on mats in whatever position is most comfortable while listening to the performer.

“This concert series comes out of 15 years of concerts that were presented by Carnegie Hall in many different community settings, many different environments including health care settings, schools, correctional and justice settings and others,” said Manuel Bagorro of Carnegie Hall, an organizer of the events.

“What we learned during all of those concerts over many years is that there were well-being health benefits that were connected with these concert experiences that connected to the anticipation before the concert, to the experience of the concert itself and the ripple effects out of the experience.”

Coming out of the pandemic, Bagorro explained, Carnegie Hall wanted to apply the knowledge and experience from these concerts to create concerts designed to contribute to well-being.

A Different Kind Of Concert At Carnegie Hall Well-Being Concerts

“We thought about the way that people sat at a concert,” Bagorro said. “There are floor mats and there are floor cushions. The performers are in the center of the room surrounded by the audience on the same level. There is a environment and there’s a host that leads people through a mindfulness practice exercise and checks in, in the middle, and does a reflection at the end.”

Dr. Matthew Steinfeld, a clinical psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Yale University School of Medicine, is among the hosts of the Well-Being Concerts.

“The host serves as a guide for the experience,” Dr. Steinfeld said. “They set a narrative framework that is more than just introducing the concert and in

my case, part of what I do is write a guided meditation or guided imagery script that is interwoven throughout the concert and the function is to tell the story of who the audience members are to one another in that setting, to affirm people’s interdependence that we fundamentally matter to one another…”

Mindfulness, Dr. Steinfeld said, at its root is about how the mind stays with what it’s perceiving, a

“That changes the relationship between the audience and the artist,” Bagorro said. “It feels like more of an expanded journey in a really beautiful way.”

Among this season’s performers was Nathalie Joachim, a performer and composer nominated for her landmark project, Famn d’Ayiti, an evening-length work for flute, voice, string quartet and electronics that celebrates and explores her Haitian heritage.

“It was, I think, equally as restorative for me, as it was, hopefully, for the audience,” Joachim said. “Music, as a form of therapy or healing or meditation, is, I think, a deep part of the origins of music and why we have been making music as long as there’s been people around. To come together with other people in that way and to have people be able to feel relaxed in an environment that often can feel formal… It was really great and allowed us to have a more communal experience together.”

For days afterward, Joachim said she felt blissful and internally calm.

distractions.

“One of the sources of suffering in our society has to do with the presence and the causes of those disconnects,” Dr. Steinfeld said.

Music, Dr. Steinfeld added, is a wonderful technology for helping people feel their emotions with themselves and one another. Another unique aspect of the Well-Being Concerts is that the audience doesn’t applaud until the very end, and where attendees are encouraged to wish each other well and begin conversations about how they’re feeling.

“I think people respond very differently in a room that is not constructed with great formality,” Bagorro said. “So the fact that people are taking off their shoes and are lying on the ground immediately changes the atmosphere”

The next Well-Being Concert, featuring the Anat Cohen Quartetinho, is taking place at the Resnick Education Wing at 5 p.m. on April 14.

The 2024-2025 Well-Being Concert series will be announced later this spring.

Visit www.carnegiehall.org/ Events/Well-Being-Concerts for more information.

Performer and composer Nathalie Joachim alongside Well-Being Concert host Dr. Matthew Steinfeld, a clinical psychologist.

(Photo by Stephanie Berger Photography, Inc.)

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