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Town Honors Bethpage And Syosset Seniors For ReWild Environmental Project

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front row, fifth from left) and his colleagues on the Town Board recently recognized students from Bethpage and Syosset high schools for advancing an environmental initiative known as ReWild Long Island, a native planting project supporting sustainable landscaping, biodiversity and climate resilience. The students researched native Long Island plants and built 5x5 gardens throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties to increase the ecological diversity and sustain pollinator species such as bees and butterflies.

Among those honored were Riya Saha and Ankur Raghavan from Bethpage High School and Nishanth Naveen, Shreya Vasudevan , Dylan Benedictus and Samyukhtha Arun Kumar from Syosset High School. The students were joined by Superintendent David Schneider and High School Principal Nicholas Jantz of the Bethpage School District and Superintendent Dr. Thomas Rogers of the Syosset School District.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

(Contributed photo)

Hicksville Boys & Girls Club Receives Grant

The Hicksville Boys and Girls Club would like to thank The Nassau County Bar Association’s We Care Fund for their generous grant of $ 6,000.00 to support our After-school Program. This funding will provide a safe supervised environment where teenagers can interact with their peers during the high risk hours of when school ends and parents/guardians return from work.

In the photograph from left to right are: Immediate Past President, Rosalia Baiamonte, WE CARE Co-Chair

Joseph Lo

Piccolo, Hicksville Boys and Girls Club

Executive Director

(Contributed photo)

Thomas Bruno and Nassau County Bar Association’s President Sanford Strenger.

—Submitted by Thomas Bruno, Executive Director of Hicksville Boys & Girls Club

Drucker Attends Plainview-Old Bethpage School District Legislative Breakfast

Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D –Plainview) joined his colleagues in government and the Plainview-Old Bethpage Board of Education, Plainview-Old Bethpage Superintendent Dr. Mary O’Meara, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources & Safety Mr.

March 16.

Christopher T. Donarummo; Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction Dr. James E. Bolen; and Assistant Superintendent for Business Dr. Christopher Dillon at the school district’s annual Legislative breakfast on Saturday,

(Contributed photo)

“It is always a Saturday morning well spent when you have the opportunity to discuss the issues that directly impact the future of the Plainview-Old Bethpage community’s children,” Deputy Minority Leader Drucker said. “These young people deserve our full support, and as a graduate of Plainview-Old Bethpage schools whose children are graduates as well, I will always do whatever I can to support public education in Nassau County.”

—Office of Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker

Students Awarded Certificates For Creative Writing By Women’s Club Of Farmingdale

Recently, the General Federation of Women’s Clubs NYS held its annual Cultural Arts Day Competition at Domenico’s Restaurant hosted by the Women’s Club of Farmingdale. While guests enjoyed a delicious lunch, artwork and crafts submitted by Farmingdale School District (FSD) students was being judged. Prior to this, Dolores Cianciabella, GFWC Chairperson/Creative Writing, also judged the Poems and Short Stories submitted. We are so proud to announce the following FSD

Michaela Rodriquez and Mackenzie Happ holding their awards. (Contributed photo)

student winners. Congratulations to all!

Through the efforts of Saltzman East Memorial School staff: Principal Dr. O’Regan; Asst. Principal Mrs. Smar; Teacher Mrs. DeTommaso, Gr. 4; a photo op was scheduled with Mackenzie Happ and Michaela Rodriquez, Horizon Gr. 4 winners in the creative writing category for their poems and short story.

—Submitted by Maria Ortolani, WCF Publicity Chair

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21 Year-Old Runs For Farmingdale School Board

Hopes to represent present and future of the district

LAUREN FELDMAN

lfeldman@antonmediagroup.com

Recently Gavin Rogers, a 2020 graduate of Farmingdale High School, announced his campaign for Farmingdale School Board. Rogers will be running against incumbent board members Kathy Lively, Anthony Giordano, and Shéree Jones. While young, the 21 year-old has big goals for the future of his home town.

Rogers took to the stage at the Knights of Columbus Hall center in Farmingdale to explain his candidacy, why he is running, and what his important talking points will be. He also shed some light on significant issues he hoped to focus on, such as armed security, union wages, and financial waste.

Rogers is a third generation ‘Daler, whose grandfather and both parents are Farmingdale High graduates. He and his sister are also graduates, and Gavin has lived in the district his entire life. “I always loved the district,” he said. “I always thought I had a great education.” But looking back, he explained, he can see some areas where the district could have been more successful. “They weren’t failures, just misses that could have been better. That was initially why I wanted to run. Going through the programs myself, I know how they work for both myself and people of my generation.”

Rogers is a graduate of St. John’s University, with a bachelors degree in government and politics. He currently works for the Town of Babylon as a community service aide. His time after college has shed further light on the ways in which Farmingdale gave him a leg-up in life. “Going from being in school to working full time I’ve seen what the [Farmingdale] programs did for me, how they’ve benefited me. But I’ve also seen now what’s worked [to help me] after school.” He said that the college classes offered during his time in the district, in partnership with various colleges and universities, showed him early on what his path in life would be. “I was able to graduate college after only two and a half years of actual coursework, and that was because of the college class offerings I had while at Farmingdale High School.”

Yet, when he reviewed the district’s statistics and web presence, he noticed that these class offerings were hardly mentioned. A much greater emphasis seemed to be on AP classes which, according to Rogers, looks good on paper but serves as a detriment to the students, who are not made aware of all of the great options available to them. Clued in to this odd communication gap between the district and its students, Rogers became more interested

in getting involved as a board member.

But of course, he is much younger than the typical board member, though this has not changed his mindset towards running. “For me, age is not a factor. We have a member of the school board who has been there

since 2006, when I was four years old. And I wouldn’t question their age [and still being on the board]. I think being younger offers me an advantage, because I know a bit more about the current generation, since I’m one of them, and I know where the school has a lot to offer them, but also where things maybe fall short.” He believes he can offer a fresh perspective to the board that is much needed.

Rogers not only grew up on Long Island, he hopes to stay here and make Farmingdale his lifelong home. But, like other people of his generation, he faces bleak prospects. “I look to the future and see that most people in my generation can’t afford to stay on Long Island, because our salaries won’t match those that came before us. We won’t be able to afford the mortgage rates and property values. Property taxes have increased drastically,” he explained. “While Farmingdale has tried to keep them down as much as possible, they still equate to 60 percent of property taxes across the Island. While I would love to stay in this school district — which is what I’m fighting for — and have my own family here, raise my own family in the Farmingdale School District, I don’t see how that’s possible for me.”

One of Rogers’ primary goals is encouraging the district to think through longterm means of making the Island equitable and sustainable for the populace of the future. What would it take to keep the next generation on the Island? “I am a voice for the worries of my generation,” he said. He hopes to help formulate a budget that is fair to the students but also fair to the taxpayers. “The town has attempted to fix this issue, but it’s still not realistic.”

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed the academic landscape. Schools did the best they could, but no one was prepared for the fundamental upheaval of a system which had been in place for decades. Education has changed, students have changed, and it is more important than ever to hear their voices when designing a district meant to give them the best possible future. Rogers is finding support for his nomination throughout the community. “Please support Gavin Rogers for Farmingdale School Board. I had the pleasure of seeing him announce his intentions to run today,” posted ‘Daler Ray Rienecker to Facebook following Rogers’ announcement. “I find he is an intelligent, principled and caring young man who is passionate about making our community better and ensuring families have a voice in our school district.”

Members of the district interested in learning more about Gavin can visit his Facebook page “Rogers for School Board” or email gavinsrogers@gmail.com

Gavin Rogers (center) with parents Theresa (left) and Shawn (right).

Gavin spoke to the crowd at the Knights of Columbus Hall. (Photos courtesy of Gavin Rogers)

Levittown Students Hear Aspiring Tale In Latest Assembly

Elementary school students throughout the Levittown School District heard an aspiring tale about following their dreams in a presentation inspired by the book, Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig.

Author

David Ira Rottenberg visited Summit Lane, Gardiners and Northside elementary schools along with a cast of performers who played out the events of the story. The tale follows Gwendolyn and

It

Omar, two pigs who are best friends with big dreams. Gwendolyn longs to dance ballet, while Omar aims to join the football team. Through ballet practice alongside Gwendolyn, Omar is able to hone his skill and successfully score a touchdown at the football game. Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig showed all students the joy in pursuing what they love. Students laughed and applauded as Omar took some tumbles as he practiced.

—Submitted by Levittown Public Schools

Elementary STEAM Night Lights Up Farmingdale With Science And Creativity

The Elementary STEAM Night in Farmingdale truly showcased the wonders of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics in a fun and engaging way. The event brought together a diverse community of over 600 attendees who eagerly explored dozens of interactive stations with the guidance of 100 enthusiastic volunteers.

Numerous Farmingdale High School clubs, including Robotics, Science Olympiad, Women In STEM, Science Research Club, Health Science Club, and Theatre students, significantly contributed to the event’s success.

Additionally, teacher volunteers from the district’s six buildings were present to ensure the event’s smooth operation.

“STEAM Night holds a special place in my heart; it’s my favorite event of the year,” expressed Dr. Kristen Cummings, the Director of Science. “Upon stepping in, one can immediately sense the vibrant atmosphere. Its collaborative nature truly sets it apart, uniting the entire district.”

From the electrifying demonstrations like A Shocking Development and The Science of the Electric Guitar to the handson activities such as Whirly Swirly Pipe Making Sounds and Make Your Ice Cream, there was something everyone could enjoy and learn from. Participants also had the chance to test their skills in challenges like the Space Lander Challenge and Slinky Fall, Fold, and Fly. One of the highlights of the evening was the opportunity for attendees

to interact with high school students, who served as mentors at various stations. This collaboration fostered a sense of community and encouraged participants to participate in scientific practices. By asking questions, conducting investigations, analyzing data, and offering explanations, everyone had the chance to think like a scientist and engineer.

A significant event like STEAM Night requires countless hours of planning.

Dr. Kristen Cummings, the Director of Science at Farmingdale School District, together with the National Science Honor Society Members, advisors Sara Whitaker and Mike Boyd, and STEAM Night Coordinators Tatiana Hakimian and Julie Bonventre, can look back with pride on an event that truly brought the community together in celebration of learning and innovation. The success of this year’s STEAM Night has set the bar high for future events, leaving the Daler community eagerly anticipating the next installment of this beloved tradition.

The success of Farmingdale School District’s 5th Annual Elementary STEAM Night highlights the power of combining education and entertainment to inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators.

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

—Submitted by the Farmingdale School District

Artists And Musicians Share The Spotlight At Seaford Harbor

In honor of both Youth Art Month and Music in Our Schools month, Seaford Harbor Elementary School is celebrating its talented student artists and musicians throughout March. The programs are essential pieces of a well-rounded education and provide students with creative outlets.

Students are selected by art teacher Christine Donnelly, general music teacher Pamela Brinkman and band director Charlotte Loake on a rotation. Each day in March, one of the three educators chooses a student or a group of students to feature.

another opportunity to play while having fun doing it.”

Ms. Loake has also created a buddy program for her beginner students. The fourth-graders, who are playing in the band for the first time this year, are paired with fifth-graders who play the same instrument. They select the music and practice together.

To celebrate Music in Our Schools Month, band students at Seaford Harbor Elementary School have been performing during the morning announcements in March under the direction of Charlotte Loake.

(Contributed photo)

Music is highlighted during the morning announcements with student performances. Under the direction of Ms. Loake, fourth- and fifth-grade band students showcased different instruments. Several classes, representing different grade levels, have sung for the school led by Ms. Brinkman.

“I think it is a great opportunity to showcase the students’ musical talents by having them performing on the morning announcements,” Ms. Loake said. “One of the best things about playing an instrument is performing and this gives the students

Ms. Donnelly is highlighting her students on an art and music bulletin board outside of the cafeteria. She selects student work to display that demonstrates exceptional effort, great technical skills and creativity. Among the pieces that Ms. Donnelly has showcased are abstract drawings and landscape paintings. Each student’s photo is also included with his or her artwork.

“The students at the Harbor have a variety of talents,” said Assistant Principal Caroline Stringer. “This month, as we celebrate music and art in our schools, we decided to share the great talents of our students with the entire school, and each day we showcase a different artist. At Harbor this month, we live by the quote, ‘Music is art to the ear and art is music to the eye.’”

—Submitted by the Seaford School District

Hicksville’s Lee Avenue Fifth-Graders Celebrate Pi Day With Fun Math Contest

Randomly selected fifth-grade students along with staff and parent volunteers at Lee Avenue Elementary in Hicksville celebrated March 14th Pi Day by participating in a memorable mathematical contest with the entire student body watching and cheering them on. Four participants at a time were invited to sit front and center in the school’s cafeteria and answer

math problems. With only five seconds to calculate each math problem in their head, participants were either safe from a whip cream “PieFace” with a correct answer or had to roll the dice to turn the “PieFace” dial that number of times. Each round of play was quick moving and ended when someone got whipped cream in the face!

—Submitted by Hicksville Public Schools

Fifth-graders at Lee Avenue in Hicksville playing “PieFace” to celebrate this year’s Pi Day that was on March 14, 2024. (Contributed photo)

was a humorous show at Summit Lane Elementary as students enjoyed a rendition of the book, Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig. (Contributed photo)

‘Dalers engage in a hands-on activity to build the tallest structure using paperclips and popsicle sticks. (Contributed photo)

CONGREGATION BETH TIKVAH Invites You to Our Community Passover Seder!

On the Second Night of Passover

Tuesday, April 23at 6:30PM

LED by Rabbi Moshe P. Weisblum

Inspirational Hebrew/English Haggadah

Fun Multi-Generational Seder

Delicious Food

Lots of Singing and Storytelling

Our Kosher for Passover Seder Menu consists of:

Gefilte Fish

Chopped Liver

Chopped Liver

Charoset

Sweet & Sour Meatballs

Beef Brisket

Rotisserie Chicken

Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Glazed Carrots

Dessert

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Eglevsky Ballet Presents Live From Studio 4 On April 20

Eglevsky Ballet, Long Island’s premier ballet company and academy, presents Live from Studio 4, an intimate evening of classical and contemporary ballets. The performances will take place on Saturday, April 20th at 7PM at the studios of Eglevsky Ballet, 700 Hicksville Road, Suite 102 in Bethpage, NY.

This performance of new and existing repertory works is a part of the professional ballet company’s spring season. “These works were chosen to showcase our dancers unique ability to transfer from classical to neo-classical to contemporary with ease and mastery of their techniques,” says Maurice Brandon Curry, the Executive Artistic Director of the Eglevsky Ballet. “We are also very fortunate to be able to have the performance in our own space which can comfortably accommodate over 100 people making the evening very special.”

The Saturday evening performance is a gala and features performances by the Eglevsky Ballet professional company and students at the school. Guest artists include Patrick Frenette and Fangqi Li of American Ballet Theatre, Henry Steele of Parsons Dance Company, and Daniel Ulbricht, principal dancer of NYC Ballet who will perform with his wife, dancer Danielle Diniz. Mr. Curry states, “Our company was founded by André Eglevsky, who was, arguably, one of the greatest male dancers of his generation and was a principal dancer with both New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre. Our connection to this legacy is an important part of our continued growth as an organization. These are some of the most renowned dancers in the world and their generosity of their time and talents are a gift to Eglevsky Ballet and its audiences.”

Additionally, live music will be provided by members of the Massapequa Philharmonic Orchestra led by Eglevsky Ballet’s music director David Bernard. Tickets may be purchased by visiting https://www. eventbrite.com/e/live-from-studio-4-tickets859994295087?aff=oddtdtcreator

About The Company

Over 60 years ago, legendary dancer André Eglevsky envisioned a classical ballet school and company on Long Island that would equal, if not, rival, the artistic endeavors offered in New York City. Today, Eglevsky Ballet continues in offering classical ballet excellence both in the classroom and on stage. Led by Maurice Brandon Curry and a vibrant board of directors, the company is experiencing unprecedented growth. Mr. Curry, the seventh Artistic Director in the company’s history, is an internationally renowned

director, choreographer, and arts administrator who has elevated the mission of the organization with innovative programming, educational outreach initiatives, and collaborations with other non-profit organizations. Eglevsky Ballet continues its annual tradition of The Nutcracker, the longest running and only professional production on Long Island. The repertory has

expanded to include a full-length Cinderella as well as new works by both emerging and established choreographers. The company also boasts a full-time professional training academy located in Bethpage, NY.

Students from Nassau and Suffolk counties, as well as Queens and Brooklyn travel to the state-of-the-art facility where they may enroll in a pre-professional training

program or participate in open classes. In recognition of the company’s innovative programming, educational and community outreach initiatives, and long-standing presence in the arts community of Long Island, Eglevsky Ballet was the Arts and Culture recipient of the 2022 Long Island Imagine Awards.

—Submitted by Eglevsky Ballet

Daniel Ulbricht (Contributed photos)

Henry Steele

Danielle Diniz

Fangqi Li

Patrick Frenette

Hoops And Dollars At Wantagh Heart Fundraiser

For nearly three decades, Wantagh Middle School students have shown their commitment to heart health by raising money for the American Heart Association. This year, their donations exceeded $6,000, and the fundraising effort culminated with a basketball competition.

Hoops for Hearts began with preliminary rounds in physical education classes throughout February. Students who raised money for the American Heart Association were eligible to compete for a spot in the finals. On March 1, nearly 30 class winners competed in a basketball game of knockout. Eighth-graders filled out the bleachers to cheer on the finalists. The walls were also covered in red and pink paper hearts on which students wrote messages or encouragement or tributes to

family members who had heart disease.

Seventh-graders Ava DeVita and Lucas Tartakoff emerged as the schoolwide champions. The three top individual fundraisers were also recognized – Victoria Guber, $795; Landon Fusco, $750; and Maisie Stachlik, $368.

The 28th annual Hoops for Heart was organized by physical education teachers Deb DiBiase, Thomas Liguori, Eileen Keener and Gary Reh. During their classes, they educated students about the American Heart Association and how the money is used to help people with heart disease, in addition to giving students tips to maintain their own health.

“We want to convey to them how to live a healthy lifestyle and have a healthy heart,” Ms. Keener said.

—Submitted by the Wantagh School District

Town Awarded $250,000 To Build New Playgrounds In Plainview-Old Bethpage

State funds secured by Assemblyman Steve Stern

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board are pleased to announce that Assemblyman Steve Stern has secured a $250,000 grant from New York State for the Town of Oyster Bay to build new playgrounds. These generous grant funds will be utilized to replace outdated playgrounds with new ones in Plainview-Old Bethpage Community Park and at Roundtree Drive Park.

Supervisor Saladino stated, “Continuing

improvements to our parks and recreational facilities have been a top priority for my administration, and we graciously thank Assemblyman Stern for securing our fair share of State funds to construct new playgrounds in the community. Together, we are committed to ensuring our parks have safe and enjoyable recreational opportunities for children to play and make friendships that last a lifetime.”

Playgrounds at these parks will be

replaced with new, state-of-the-art playgrounds that include swings. The Saladino administration has a record of investing in playground upgrades, with over 80 being replaced with new sets since taking office. These new playgrounds, along with turf field upgrades and other enhancements at parks throughout the Town of Oyster Bay, have earned the Town Board recognition for investing in quality of life initiatives.

“I am so proud to partner with Supervi-

sor Saladino and our local leaders in the Town of Oyster Bay to provide resources for new state-of-the-art recreational facilities in Plainview,” Assemblyman Stern said. “I look forward to continuing our partnership and delivering our fair share from Albany to enhance and protect our suburban neighborhood quality of life.”

For more information on Town parks, please visit www.oysterbaytown.com/parks

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Massapequa Athletic Director Earns Master Certification

Shannon McEntee, the director of physical education, health, athletics and recreation for the Massapequa School District, has been named a Certified Master Athletic Administrator. The designation, from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, recognizes her commitment to professional development.

Two years ago, Ms. McEntee was named a Certified Athletic Administrator through NIAAA’s accredited program and continued on to earn the master-level certification this year. She had to complete several required leadership training courses as well as electives of her choosing. Among the courses she completed were Management of Game and Event Announcing, Ethical Decision-Making in Education-Based Interscholastic Sport Programs and Stress: Causes, Effects and Strategies. She participated in a combination of online and in-person workshops.

“The courses are very content-specific

and informative, and geared to what we do day to day,” she said.

Ms. McEntee also had to submit a project that reflected her work as an athletic administrator. She used Massapequa’s coaching handbook, which she revised to reflect current practices in Massapequa’s athletic programs, updated communication processes and new legal requirements. Several of the changes to the handbook, she said, were based on knowledge she gained from the leadership courses she has taken through NIAAA.

“I just want to continue to grow and get better at what I do,” Ms. McEntee said, about her pursuit of the Certified Master Athletic Administrator designation. “Everything that I’ve learned has gone into immediate application for the benefit of Massapequa’s physical education and athletics programs, and our students.”

—Submitted by the Massapequa School District

Shannon McEntee (Contributed photo)

Ava DeVita and Lucas Tartakoff were the top finishers in the Hoops for Heart finals. (Contributed photos)

This year’s top fundraisers for the American Heart Association were, from left, Victoria Guber, Landon Fusco and Maisie Stachlik.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 11

April Showers

10 a.m. Join us for spring themed stories and activities. Ages 2-4 years with an adult. Programs run by the Children’s Department are for children residing in UFSD #22 only. You MUST use your child’s library card to register. Registration with an adult card will be invalid. This event is taking place at the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Rd.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

Broadway on a Budget

11 a.m. Theater enthusiast Brian Stoll will discuss all things Broadway, beginning with

the history and importance of the Playbill, as well as touch upon some of the reasons why audience members choose to collect these memorable theatre keepsakes. Lastly, Brian will share a variety of money-saving tips on how to see Broadway shows for under $60.00 a ticket! This is an in-person program taking place at Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave. Registration required.

MONDAY, APRIL 15

Dog Appreciation Month Art Craft

7 p.m. April is dog appreciation month! Bring in a favorite photo of your dog or dogs from home and we will create a beautiful work of art featuring YOUR dog (or dogs)! This event is taking place at the Massapequa Public Library, 523 Central Avenue.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

The Wrecks of the and the Mexico

10 a.m. Arthur Mattson, Lynbrook village histo rian and author of and Ice, will be presenting at the Irish Family History Forum. In early January 1837, one of the worst shipwrecks in New

York history occurred. Off Nassau Beach on

Community Council invites individuals and groups to celebrate Earth Day by volunteering to participate

in a community event, one which they’ve hosted for more than a dozen years. The Council will provide individual volunteer groups with local parks and community areas to be cleaned. Participants are encouraged to bring their own rakes, picks, shovels, spades, clippers and brooms, but may borrow equipment provided by the Town of Hempstead. Volunteers should gather in front of the Levittown Public Library to sign in. All participants under the age of 14 will require an adult chaperone and adult supervision is required for all groups. Certificates for hours worked will be provided at the end of the event or when participants report back to the Council at Veterans Memorial Park. For more information, contact the Council by emailing levittowncouncil@yahoo.com

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

Community Passover Seder

The community is invited to Congregation Beth Tikvah, 3710 Woodbine Ave in Wantagh, for the second night of Passover, Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30PM. Led by Rabbi Moshe P. Weisblum, Inspirational Hebrew/ English Haggadah, Fun Multi-Generational Seder, Delicious Food, Singing and Storytelling. For menu, pricing, dietary concerns, reservations and prepayment please call synagogue office: (516) 785-2445.

(Photo courtesy of Hicksville Public Library)

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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.

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TikTok Ban Risks Cutoff For Youth-Run Businesses

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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

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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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are living with MS.

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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Recently Sold HOMES

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

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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.

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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.

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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

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Answer to last issue’s Crossword Puzzle

Answer to last issue’s Sudoku Puzzle

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OBITUARIES

Papagno, Elizabeth Ann “Betty ” of Fort Mill, SC on March 20th, 2024. Beloved mother and mother in law of Michael, Michelle, Dominic and Megan. Loving grandmother of Gabriella, Marco, Nicholas, Nolan and Liam. Arrangements entrusted to McCourt and Trudden Funeral Home, Inc. Farmingdale.

Gates, Mary Lou of Lindenhurst, NY on March 21st, 2024. Loving wife of Gerald. Devoted mother and mother in law of James (Jessica), Kenneth (Erin) and Richard. Grandmother of Kayla. Interment Calverton National Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to McCourt and Trudden Funeral Home in Farmingdale.

Feine, Walter “Wally”, 66, of West Babylon passed away after a short battle with cancer on March 22, 2024. Cherished husband of 40 years to Eileen. Devoted and loving father of Daniel (Victoria Weitgenant) and Andrew (Gaby). Treasured grandfather of Olivia, Ava and Lucas. Dear brother of Doug. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation and Funeral Services were held Sunday, March 24th, at Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc. Interment took place Monday, March 25th at Pinelawn Memorial Park.

Farruggia, Giovanna, 94, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Reunited in heaven with her husband, the late Calogero. Loving mother of Maria Callaghan (Patrick), Charles (Marygrace) and Millie Rolla. Cherished grandmother of Shana and Juliane. Fond great-grandmother of Lia, Leo, and Eva. A Funeral Mass was held Wednesday, March 27th, at St. Kilian RC Church. Interment followed at St. Charles Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc.

FARMINGDALE

Sotomayor, Edwin O. of Farmingdale, NY passed away peacefully on March 1, 2024 and was reunited with his beloved Dallie who passed away in 2019 after 57 years of marriage. He was the proud father of Eddie (Donna (deceased 2020)), Lynda Helenek (John) and Cyndy (Christopher Hassett). He was the adored grandfather to Elizabeth (Alberto), Jennifer (Mike), Christopher, Julie and Isabelle. Arrange -

ments entrusted to McCourt and Trudden Funeral Home, Inc. in Farmingdale. Interment St. Charles Cemetery

Licursi, Yolanda, 92, longtime resident of Farmingdale passed away March 20, 2024. Reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband of 47 years, Carl. Devoted and loving mother of Carol Brocker (Russell) and Lisa D’Acunto (Paul). Adored Nana of Sean (Ashley), Jason, David (Gaby) and Paul. Predeceased by her cherished siblings Teresa, Dorothy and Anita. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass was held Saturday, March 23rd at St. Kilian RC Church. Interment followed at Pinelawn Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc.

Jacoby, Frances R., “Fran”, 84, longtime Farmingdale resident passed away March 20, 2024. Loving wife of 63 years to Stanley. Beloved mother of Cathy Willemsen (Jim), Maria Messina (Phil), Jennifer Nicholes and Beth Burton (Bryan). Cherished grandmother of Megan Nicholes (Christopher DeSimone), Olivia Messina, Bryan Burton, III and Thomas Burton. Dear sister of the late Dr. Paul Colletti (Shannon). A Funeral Mass was held Saturday, March 23rd, at St. James RC Church, Seaford. Cremation was private. Arrangements entrusted to Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc.

Patel, Manjuben Mangabhai of Farmingdale on March 22, 2024. Loving mother of Ampapali Patel. Will be missed by many family members and friends. Cremation private. Arrangements entrusted to McCourt and Trudden Funeral Home in Farmingdale.

Cardullo, Frank of Farmingdale, NY on March 23, 2024, in his 94th year. Born in Calabria, Italy in 1929 and served honorably in the US Army. Founder of Farmingdale Iron Works in 1959. Beloved husband of Vita Tina Cardullo for 69 years. Loving father of Jerry (Cheryl), Vincent (Sylvia) and John. Cherished grandfather of Roseann, Frankie, Joseph, John, Tina, Dean, Jack and James. Great grandfather of nine. Arrangements entrusted to the McCourt and Trudden Funeral Home, Inc. 385 Main St. Farmingdale. Funeral Mass at St. Kilian RC Church. Entombment St. Charles Cemetery.

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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 4-10-2024-1T-#247126THE NASSAU OBSERVER

FARMINGDALE

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of JESSICA NICOLE FREITAG, ARCHITECT, PLLC, a professional limited liability company Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 2/20/24. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o THE LLC, 31 Sullivan Avenue, Farmingdale, NY, 11735, USA. Purpose: Any lawful act. 4-24-17-10-3; 3-27-20-20246T-#246827-NOB/FARM

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Corvus Brewing Company LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/09/24. Office located in Nassau. SSNY designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 211A Main St, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLICHEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter , Section of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on APRIL at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:

BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 24-72AMENDMENT

FARMINGDALE

DAVID BARNES: Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 65-611 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated December 16, 1965, to construct front portico.

S/s/o Beechwood St., E/o Melville Rd., a/k/a 74 Beechwood Street, Farmingdale, NY

APRIL 8, 2024

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 4-10-2024-1T-#247013NOB/FARM

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Marlin’s Brush Strokes LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/01/24. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to : 418 Broadway Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: any lawful act. 5-15-8-1; 4-24-17-10-20246T-#247132-NOB/FARM

LEGAL NOTICE

FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Farmingdale, NY

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Description: Request for Proposal for Full -Day Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program by a Community

Based Organization and or Other Provider for the Farmingdale School District Rebid

Sealed proposals will be received the Board of Education, Farmingdale Union Free School District, Towns of Oyster Bay and Babylon, Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York, at the Purchasing Office situated in the Administrative Offices Building (entrance off of Grant Avenue) within Weldon E. Howitt School, 50 Van Cott Avenue, Farmingdale, New York 11735 until 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 18, 2024 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. If there is a school closing the day of the bid opening due to inclement weather or an emergency, the bid opening will be on the next business day the school is open, at the same time. All information for bidders may be obtained at the above-mentioned address on any school day from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Board of Education, Farmingdale Union Free School District, reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to reject any or all proposals, or to accept that proposal, or any part of that proposal, which in its judgment is for the best interests of the School District.

By Order:

Board of Education

Farmingdale Union Free School District

Farmingdale, New York 11735

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

Dated: April 10, 2024

4-10-2024-1T-#247157NOB/FARM

LEGAL NOTICE

FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Farmingdale, NY

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Description: Request for Proposal for Half-Day Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program by a Community Based Organization and or Other Provider for the Farmingdale School District Rebid

Sealed proposals will be received the Board of Education, Farmingdale Union Free School District, Towns of Oyster Bay and Babylon, Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York, at the Purchasing Office situated in the Administrative Offices Building (entrance off of Grant Avenue) within Weldon E. Howitt School, 50 Van Cott Avenue, Farmingdale, New York 11735 until 11:30 a.m.

on Thursday, April 18, 2024 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. If there is a school closing the day of the bid opening due to inclement weather or an emergency, the bid opening will be on the next business day the school is open, at the same time. All information

LEGAL NOTICES

for bidders may be obtained at the above-mentioned address on any school day from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Board of Education, Farmingdale Union Free School District, reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to reject any or all proposals, or to accept that proposal, or any part of that proposal, which in its judgment is for the best interests of the School District.

By Order: Board of E ducation

Farmingdale Union Free School District Farmingdale, New York 11735

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

Dated: April 10, 2024

4-10-2024-1T-#247166NOB/FARM

HICKSVILLE

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU

WILMINGTON TRUST COMPANY NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, FOR MASTR ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-3, V. SHANNON ELLSWORTH, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated March 14, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein WILMINGTON TRUST COMPANY NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, FOR MASTR ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-3 is the Plaintiff and SHANNON ELLSWORTH, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on April 23, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 10 ALAN CREST DRIVE, HICKSVILLE, NY 11801: Section 46, Block 564, Lot 37:

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN BETHPAGE, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 609128/2019. Brian J. Davis,

Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 4-10-3; 3-27-20-2024-4T#246720-NOB/HIX

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICHEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter , Section of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on APRIL at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 24-40

HICKSVILLE

YUBARAJ GHIMIRE: (A)

Variance to allow an existing kitchen in a one-family dwelling for use as a PARENT/CHILD residence. (B) Variance for the reduction of off-street parking spaces. Reduction of spaces to 1 when 3 parking spaces are required.

(C) Variance to allow existing rear roof over and wood deck having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (D) Variance to allow existing rear roof over having less rear yard setback and exceeding maximum gross floor area than permitted by Ordinance. (E) Variance to allow existing 10 ft. by 13.3 ft. shed having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (F) Variance to construct front portico, allow existing rear roof over and shed exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. S/s/o Gables Rd., 480.85 ft. E/o Gables Dr., a/k/a 26 Gables Road, Hicksville, NY APPEAL NO. 24-60 -

AMENDMENT

HICKSVILLE

TIGER W. TUNG SUN:

Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 95-34 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated January 26, 1995, to allow existing two (2) front bay windows, rear awning over bulkhead, cellar entrance and finished basement.

E/s/o Burns Ave., 100.34 ft. N/o Byron Pl., a/k/a 16 Burns Avenue, Hicksville, NY APRIL 8, 2024 BY ORDER OF THE

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

4-10-2024-1T-#247014NOB/HIX

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF HICKSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

ANNUAL MEETING, BUDGET VOTE, AND ELECTION

HICKSVILLE UNION

FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

HICKSVILLE, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN, that a Public Budget Hearing of the qualified will be held the the Board of Trustees of the Hicksville Public Library (the “Library”), Town of Oyster Bay, Nasau County, New York, will be held at, 169 Jerusalem Ave, Hicksville, NY 11801, on May 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time, for the purpose of discussing expenditures contained in the proposed budget for the 2024-2024 fiscal year.

Copies of the estimated expenses for the Library for the year 2024-2025 may be obtained by any district resident at the Burns Avenue School, Dutch Lane School, East Street School, Fork Lane School, Lee Avenue School, Old Country Road School, Woodland School, Hicksville Middle School and Hicksville High School daily except Saturday and Sunday on and after Monday, April 22, 2024, between 9:00 AM and 3:00PM, and that copies of such estimated expenses and any other propositions to be voted upon are available for inspection by any district resident at the Hicksville Public Library daily except Saturday and Sunday on and after Monday, April 22, 2024, between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election of the qualified voters of the Hicksville Union Free School District, County of Nassau, State of New York, qualified to vote at School Meetings in said District, will be held on May 21, 2024, in each of the seven (7) Election Districts specified herein, for the purpose of voting by the qualified voters of the District, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (D.S.T.) on the following separate matters:

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

2. Any other questions or propositions as to matters or expenditures or authority to levy taxes that may be presented for a vote under the Education Law.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the

said vote and election to be conducted on May 21, 2024, one (1) member is to be elected to the Board of Trustees as follows:

ONE (1) member is to be elected for a full five (5) year term to fill the vacancy created by the expiration of the term of Joanne Curran Perruci which term expires June 30, 2024.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that all nominating petitions of candidates for the office of member of the Board of Trustees, shall be filed with the Clerk of the District Not Later Than April 22, 2024, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (D.S.T.), whose office is located in the Office of the Clerk at the Hicksville Union Free School District, Administration Building, 200 Division Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. A separate petition, duly signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the district or two percent (2%) of the number of voters who voted in the previous Library vote and election, whichever is greater, as in accordance with law, and stating the residence of each signer, shall be required to nominate a candidate to each separate office. Petitions for Board of Trustees members shall describe the specific vacancy on the Board of Trustees for which the candidate is nominated; said description shall include at least the length of the term of office and the name of the last incumbent, if any.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Board of Registration will meet for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District at each Election District on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. (DST).

The following persons shall be eligible to vote: All persons who shall have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance with section two thousand fourteen of the Education Law and all persons who shall have been previously duly registered for any annual or special meeting or election, who are qualified to vote and who shall have voted at any annual or special meeting or election held or conducted during the four (4) calendar years prior to 2024 (i.e., 2020-2023) and who are not disqualified from voting for any reason set forth in New York State Election Law Section 5-106. In addition, all persons who are registered to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law of the State of New York shall be eligible to vote.

All persons who registered at the Annual Meeting held on May 16, 2023, will not be required to re-register for the purpose of voting on May 21, 2024. Persons whose names appear as eligible voters as

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of May 16, 2023, on the Voter Registration Books issued and maintained by the Nassau County Board of Elections, shall be eligible to vote at the Annual Meeting, Budget Vote and Election to be conducted on May 21, 2024.

Any qualified voter of the District who is in doubt as to whether she/he is registered to vote at the May 21, 2024, Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election should contact the District Clerk of the Hicksville Union Free School District at (516)-7332104 or by e-mail at jobrien@ hicksvillepublicschools.org.

The Board of Registration will meet during the election held in the District on May 21, 2024, at each Election District where the Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election is held for the purpose of preparing a register for meetings and elections held subsequent to such Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the register will be open for inspection by a qualified voter of the District on May 16, 2024, up to and including the day of the election, May 21, 2024, Sunday excepted, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., with the exception of Saturday, May 18, 2024, when the hours will be from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a copy of the statement of the amount of money that will be required for the ensuing fiscal year 2024-2025 for library purposes (budget) and a statement of any expenditure and estimated tax levy for the ensuing year that may be required to fund the library budget appropriation at the above stated Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election shall be prepared and made available upon request to any district resident at the Office of the District Clerk, which is located in the Office of the Clerk at the Hicksville Union Free School District, Administration Building, and the offices of the principals of all the schools in the District therein and at Hicksville Public Library during the period of fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election as follows:

Daily except Saturday and Sunday between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM

Public Library

except Saturday and Sunday between 9:00 AM and 3:00PM

Building

Avenue School

Country Road School

Lane School

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that absentee ballots and early mail ballots will be available for the election of Library Trustees and the Budget Vote. Applications for absentee ballots and early mail ballots may be received by the District Clerk no earlier than the 30th day before the election for which it is sought. Applications for absentee ballots and early mail ballots are available in the Office of the District Clerk, which is located at the District’s Administration Building. To have an absentee ballot or early mail ballot mailed to your home, an applicable completed and signed application must be in the District Clerk’s Office no later than Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Application for an absentee ballot or an early mail ballot may be made in person from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on any school day and up until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 20, 2024. Applications can also be downloaded from the district’s website at: https:www. hicksvillepublicschools.org/

The right to vote by absentee ballot or early mail ballot will be subject to the approval of the Board of Registration, or the District Clerk or designee, as applicable.

A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots and early mail ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk commencing with the issuance of the first of such ballots and on each of the five days prior to the day of the election (except Sunday), between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on weekdays, and on Saturday, May 18, 2024, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. The list will also be available at the polling place on May 21, 2024. Absentee ballots and early mail ballots will be accepted in the Office of the District Clerk of the school district no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2024. Any ballot received after that time will not be counted.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

of voters prepared and filed in the District Clerk’s office shall include the names of all military voters who submit a valid military voter registration. 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, accompanying or being with such 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 said Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election.

NOTICE IS FURTHER

GIVEN that Military Voters who are qualified voters of the District may obtain an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk at the Office of the District Clerk, Hicksville Union Free School District, Administration Building, 200 Division Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801; Telephone: (516)-733-2104 or by e-mail at jobrien@ hicksvillepublicschools.org

GIVEN that the boundaries of the school election districts, as adopted by resolution of the Board of Education are as follows:

ELECTION DISTRICT

NO. 1 - BURNS AVENUE

SCHOOL

On the East: Broadway, from the District’s North Line, to the intersection Jerusalem Avenue and Broadway, continuing South along Jerusalem Avenue to the intersection of Jerusalem Avenue and the Long Island Railroad.

On the South: The Long Island Railroad, from Jerusalem Avenue to the District’s West Line.

On the West: The District’s West Line from the Long Island Railroad to the District’s North Line.

On the North: The District’s North Line from the District’s West Line to Broadway.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

2 - EAST STREET SCHOOL

Lane School

Avenue School East Street School Woodland School Hicksville Middle School Hicksville High School

Thse documents will also be available on the district’s website at: https://www. hicksvillepublicschools.org/

GIVEN that Military Voters who are not currently registered to vote may apply to register as a qualified voter of the District by contacting the District Clerk at the Hicksville Union Free School District, Administration Building, 200 Division Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801; Telephone: (516)-733-2104; Fax: 516 733-6584; or by e-mail at https://www.hicksvillepublicschools.org/, to receive an application to register as a qualified voter of the District for said Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election on May 21, 2024. The Military Voter may indicate their preference for receiving the registration application by mail, by facsimile or e-mail. The application to register must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 P.M. on the twenty-sixth day before the vote which is April 25, 2024. The register

A military ballot application must be returned in person or by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, no later than 5:00 P.M. on the twenty-sixth day before the vote which is April 24, 2024. The Military Voter may indicate their preference for receiving the application for a military ballot by mail, by facsimile or email. Military ballots will be mailed or otherwise distributed no later than 25 days before said Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election which is April 26, 2024. Military ballots must be received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of the polls on May 21, 2024 and show a cancellation mark of the U.S postal service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the U.S. government or (2) by 5:00 P.M. on the date set for the Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election, and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereof, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before said Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election. Irrespective of the preferred mode of transmission, the military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person. A list of all persons to whom military ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the said Office of the District Clerk during regular office hours, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., (Prevailing Time), until the day of said Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election.

On the East and North: Miller Road as projected to the District’s North Line, South along said Miller Road to Ronald Avenue, then East along Ronald Avenue to Woodbury Road, then Northeast along Woodbury Road to Ardsley Gate, then Southeast through Ardsley Gate to Dartmouth Drive, then Southwest and South through Dartmouth Drive to its intersection with Haverford Road, then East to the intersection of Haverford Road and Berkshire Road, then East along Berkshire Road to its intersection with Columbia Road, then East along Columbia Road to the District’s East Line, then South along the District’s East Line to the Long Island Railroad.

On the South and Southwest: Along the Long Island Railroad, from the District’s East Line southerly point, to the intersection of the Long Island Railroad and Jerusalem Avenue.

On the West: Broadway from Jerusalem Avenue to the District’s North Line.

On the North: the District’s North Line from Broadway to Miller Road, as projected to said line.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

3 - WOODLAND AVENUE SCHOOL

On the North, Northeast and East along the District’s North Line, from Miller Road, as projected to the District’s North Line, to the District’s East Line.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

4 - LEE AVENUE SCHOOL

On the East-Northeast: the Long Island Railroad, from its intersection with Old Country Road, to the Southerly point of the District’s East Line.

On the South: the District’s South Line, from the Long Island Railroad, Southwesterly into Michigan Drive, then South along said District Line to the Hempstead Township Line, then Northwesterly along the District’s South Line to Jerusalem Avenue.

On the West and North: Along Jerusalem Avenue, from the District’s South Line, to Salem Gate, then West along Salem Gate to Salem Road, then North to Harkin Lane, then Northwest along Harkin Lane to Division, then North along Division Avenue to Glenbrook Road, then Northwest along Glenbrook Road to Newbridge Road, then Northwest along Newbridge Road to Old Country Road, then East along Old Country Road to the Long Island Railroad.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

5 - FORK LANE SCHOOL

On the East: Jerusalem Avenue from Salem Gate, to the District’s South Line.

On the North: Salem Gate, West from Jerusalem Avenue, to Salem Road, then North along Salem Road to Harkin Lane, then Northwest along Harkin Lane to Division Avenue, then Northwesterly along Division Avenue to Glenbrook Road then West along Glenbrook Road to Newbridge Road.

On the West: Newbridge Road, from Glenbrook Road on the North, to the District’s South Line.

On the South: the District’s South Line, from Newbridge Road, on the West, to Jerusalem Avenue on the East.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

6 - DUTCH LANE SCHOOL

On the East: Newbridge Road, from Elmira Street, to the District’s South Line.

On the South: The District’s South Line, from Newbridge Road, on the East, to the District’s West Line

On the West: The District’s West Line, from the District’s South Line to Arrow Lane, as said Lane is projected West to the District’s West Line.

On the North: From Arrow Lane, as projected to the District’s West Line, East and along said Arrow Lane, to Levittown Parkway, then South along Levittown Parkway to Beech Lane, then East along Beech Lane to Blueberry Lane, then South along Blueberry Lane to Elmira Street, then East along Elmira Street to Newbridge Road.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

7 - OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL

NOTICE IS FURTHER

On the East: South along the District’s East Line, from the District’s North Line, to Columbia Road. On the South and West: Columbia Road, from the District’s East Line, West to Berkshire Road, then West along Berkshire Road into Haverford Road, and continuing West on Haverford Road to Dartmouth Drive then North and Northeast along Dartmouth Drive to Ardsley Gate; then Northwest through Ardsley Gate to Woodbury Road, then Southwest along Woodbury Road to Ronald Avenue, then West along Ronald Avenue to Miller Road, then North along Miller Road and continuing thereon as it is projected, to the District’s North Line.

PLEASE TAKE FUR-

THER NOTICE that any propositions or questions to be placed upon the voting machines shall be submitted in writing by petition subscribed by at least 30 qualified voters of the District and filed in the office of the District Clerk on or before April 22, 2024, except for petitions relating to a proposition which must be included in the notice of the annual meeting. Petitions relating to a proposition which must be included in the notice of the annual meeting must be submitted sixty (60) days in advance of the annual meeting. Any proposition may be rejected by the Trustees if the purpose of the proposition is not within the power of the voters, or if the proposition fails to include the necessary specific appropriation, where the expenditure of monies is required by the proposition.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR VOTING:

1. A person shall be a citizen of the United States.

2. Eighteen or more years of age.

3. A resident of the District for a period of thirty days or more next preceding the election at which he or she offers to vote.

4. Must be registered to vote.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the vote on all propositions and the election of candidates of the aforesaid Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election on May 21, 2024, will be conducted by ballot on voting machines. All references to any actions herein including, without limitation, the timing, location, and manner of hearings, registration, and voting in that Annual Meeting, Budget Vote, and Election, are subject to modification based on applicable legislation or direction by an entity with jurisdiction over the Library.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Hicksville Public Library

Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, N.Y.

John O’Brien

District Clerk

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Schools

referred to as the “District”) hereby invites the submission of Sealed Propos-

On the North and Northeast: the Long Island Railroad from the District’s West Line to the intersection of the Railroad with Old Country Road. On the South and East: Old Country Road from its intersection with the Long Island Railroad, Westerly to Newbridge Road, then Southwest along Newbridge Road to Elmira Street, then West along Elmira Street to Blueberry Lane, then North along Blueberry Lane to Beech Lane, then West along Beech Lane to Levittown Parkway, then North along Levittown Parkway to Arrow Lane, then West along Arrow Lane, and as projected to the District’s West Line.

als for the following service: RFP#041724- 2024-2025 In-District UPKServices

Sealed proposals will be received by the Purchasing Department, 200 Division Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801 until 11:00 a.m. prevailing time on April 17, 2024 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Board Room. The contract will be awarded as soon thereafter as is practicable. Specifications and forms may be obtained from the Purchasing Department beginning, April 10, 2024. Please email: kmcmahon@hicksvillepublicschools.org for a copy of the specifications. All addenda may be transmitted via email.

The District is not responsible for proposals opened prior to the time and date of the opening if the identifying Sealed Proposal information does not appear on the outside of the submission. Responses opened prior to the time and date of the opening are invalid. It is the proposer’s responsibility to ensure that their proposal is received by the Purchasing Department in a timely manner. All responses received after the date and time stated will not be considered and will be returned unopened.

Whether sent by mail, delivery service or personal delivery, the responder assumes responsibility for having their proposal deposited on time. The District reserves the right to accept each proposal by individual item, by category, by groups of items or as a whole or, in its discretion, to reject all proposals.

The District also reserves the right to waive any informality in the response process if determined to be in the best interest of the District. Proposals opened and read shall remain irrevocable for the contract period. The award of contracts, if at all, shall be made as soon as practicable after the opening. Any quantities, if shown, are estimates and not guaranteed. The Board of Education reserves the right to consider qualification, experience, and reputation, as well as the specific qualifications of a proposer set out herein, in considering proposals and awarding the contract. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all proposals at its discretion.

By order of the Board of Education

Kathleen McMahon Purchasing Agent 4-10-2024-1T-#247179-

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may be served and shall mail a copy of process against LC to: 3244 Cherrywood Drive, Wantagh, NY 11793. Purpose: any lawful act.

Matthew Bustruc

3244 Cherrywood Drive, Wantagh, NY 11793

(516)-456-0239

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LEGAL NOTICE

LLC Notice for Publishing - Bright Eyed Photo NY, LLC

Notice of formation of Bright Eyed Photo NY, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/23/24. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 1765 Merikoke Avenue, Wantagh, NY 11793. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 4-10-3; 3-27-20-13-6-20246T-#246291-NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST FRED CATAPANO AKA FRED J. CATAPANO, FRANK

LANGAN, JR. AKA FRAN

LANGAN, JR., ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 16, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 19, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 21 Piper Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 312, Lot 6. Approximate amount of judgment $463,805.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #616612/2019. 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.

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LEGAL NOTICE

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

INSOURCE EAST PROPERTIES, INC., Plaintiff - against - DEBORAH PERRICELLI, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on February 13, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 25th day of April, 2024 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the building and improvements thereon erected, situate lying and being at Levittown, Dear Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, and State of New York. Premises known as 107 Abbey Lane, Levittown, NY 11756.

(Section: 51, Block: 239, Lot: 27)

Approximate amount of lien $676,543.60 plus interest and costs.

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

Index No. 606995/2022. Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee. Stein, Wiener Roth LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 315 Westbury, NY Tel. 516/742-1212 Dated: February 21, 2024

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

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Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Howard Colton, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 20-003158 79812

steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 17, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 100 Hemlock Drive, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Plainedge, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SEC-

TION: 49., BLOCK: 227, LOT: 8. Approximate amount of judgment $314,810.16 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #010859/2015. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ Admin/oca.shtml and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 280-2832.

Michael Sepe, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-078555-F00 79751 4-10-3; 3-27-20-2024-4T#246520-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of CHNY ON-CALL NOTARY, LLC. Articles of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/13/2024. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of process against the LLC to 12 Coolidge Place, Freeport NY 11520. Purpose: any lawful act.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. LLEWELLYN BISHOP, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale and Reformation of Legal Description duly entered on February 6, 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 2:30 p.m., premises known as Martin Street, Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Massapequa Park, Town of Oyster

Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 53, Block 216 and Lot 3. Approximate amount of judgment is $429,482.45 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602379/2019. Cash will not be accepted. 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. Russell S. Burman, Esq., Referee

Knuckles, Komosinski Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591,

Attorneys for Plaintiff 4-17-10-3; 3-27-2024-4T#246724-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE

File No.: 2016-2612/A-B-C-D THIRD SUPPLEMENTAL CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK BY THE GRACE OF GOD FREE AND INDEPENDENT

TO: CASEY L. DAUS

Being persons interested as creditors, legatees, distributees or otherwise in the Estate of MARIE DAUS, deceased, who at the time of death resided at 50 Abbey Street, Massapequa Park, New York 11762.

Upon the Petition of EDWARD DAUS, residing at 50 Abbey Street, Massapequa Park, New York 11762.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate at the Surrogate’s Court of the County of Nassau located at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, NY 11530, on the 22nd day of May, 2024, at 9:30 a.m.

WHY EDWARD DAUS, as Administrator of the Estate of MARIE DAUS should not be authorized and empowered to allocate and distribute the net proceeds of the settlement of the claim and cause of action for the wrongful death of the decedent, MARIE DAUS against defendant in the Supreme Court, MARC STEVEN LEVITT, M.D., for the sum of ONE MILLION

TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND ($1,225,000.00) DOLLARS; and

WHY the gross recovery should not be allocated $937,436.68 (approximately 99.0461%) to the cause of action for wrongful death and $9,028.00 (approximately 0.0095%) to the cause of action for conscious pain and suffering; and

WHY the claims of Bank of America, N.A. should not be paid from the cause of action of conscious pain and suffering;

WHY any alleged claim

Chase Cardmember Services should not be rejected;

WHY the net recovery for the cause of action for wrong -

ful death after the payment of attorneys fees and disbursements should not be distributed 100% to Edward Daus; and

WHY the giving of a bond or other security in connection herewith should not be dispensed with; and

WHY the Account of EDWARD DAUS as Administrator of the Estate of MARIE DAUS should not be judicially settled as to those matters embraced herein, and

WHY the restriction on the letters of limited administration should not be removed to allow the petitioner to effectuate the provisions of this Decree; and

WHY the administrator should not discharged from any and all further liability as to all matters and things embraced and determined this Decree upon the payments as directed a Decree to be entered in this proceeding.

DATED, ATTESTED AND SEALED March 18, 2024

(L.S.) HON. MAGARET C. REILLY

County Surrogate

Debra Keller Leimbach Chief Clerk

Name of Attorney: JOHN M. TOMSKY

Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C.

120 Broadway, 27th Floor New York, NY 10271 (212) 732-9000 JTomsky@triallaw1.com

NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not obliged to appear in person. You have the right to have an attorney appear for you. If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested. 4-17-10-3; 3-27-2024-4T#246876-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRU ST, -againstMELANIE POSNER, 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 August 10, 2023, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST is the Plaintiff and MELANIE POSNER, 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 7, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as

90 JERUSALEM AVENUE, MASSAPEQUA, NY 11758; and the following tax map identification: 52-186-1578. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT MASSAPEQUA, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 601879/2020. Mark Ricciardi, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 4-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#246928-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. DIANE TEMPRANO, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 25, 2017, 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 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 205 Division Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 65, Block 49 and Lot 58. Approximate amount of judgment is $564,046.85 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #014802/2012. Cash will not be accepted. 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.

Anthony Rattoballi, Esq., Referee Knuckles Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 4-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#247054-NOB/MASS

qualified voters of the Massapequa Union Free School District of the Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York, will be held in the Board Room of the Massapequa Administration Building, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, in said District on May 9, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., prevailing time, for the transaction of business as authorized the Education Law, including the following items:

1. To present to the voters a detailed statement (proposed budget) of the amount of money, which will be required for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

2. To discuss all the items hereinafter set forth to be voted upon voting machines at the Budget Vote and Election to be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

3. To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting pursuant to Education Law of the State of New York and acts amendatory thereto.

A copy of the proposed budget shall be made available, upon request, to residents of the school district beginning April 29, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, at the Office of District Clerk, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, at each schoolhouse, on the district website at https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/, and at the Massapequa Public Library, 523 Central Ave, Massapequa, NY 11758 and 40 Harbor Lane, Massapequa Park, NY 11762.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that said Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in the following locations: Massapequa High School, gymnasium, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758; John P. McKenna School, Gymnasium, 210 Spruce Street and Second Avenue, Massapequa Park, New York 11762; Raymond J. Lockhart School, general purpose room, 199 Pittsburgh Avenue, Massapequa, New York 11758; and Fairfield School, general purpose room, 330 Massapequa Avenue and Prospect Place, Massapequa, New York 11758, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, at which time the polls will be opened to vote voting machine upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2024-25 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To adopt the annual bud -

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get of the Massapequa Union Free School District Public Library for the fiscal year 2024-25 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the School District.

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

4. To elect one (1) trustee of the Library Board of Trustees for a five (5) year term beginning July 1, 2024 and ending on June 30, 2029.

5. Shall the District expand its school bus service mileage limitations, which would result in no increased annual expenses, effective beginning in the 2024 – 2025 school year, as follows: (a) expanding its school bus service for resident students in 1st Grade through 5th Grade from the present minimum transportation mileage limit of students living more than 1.0 mile from school they attend to 0.8 miles from the school they attend; and (b) expanding its school bus service for resident students in 10th Grade through 12th Grade from the present minimum transportation limit of students living more than 1.5 miles from school they attend to 1.0 mile from the school they attend.

AND FURTHER NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the School District’s budget, and the Massapequa Public Library’s budget for 2024-25, may be obtained by any resident of the District between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. beginning April 29, 2024, except Saturday, Sunday or holidays, at the District Office, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, at each schoolhouse in the District, on the district website at https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/, and at the Massapequa Public Library, 523 Massapequa, NY 11758 and 40 Harbor Lane, Massapequa Park, NY 11762.

AND FURTHER NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN, that 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 on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal

services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education and member of the Library Board of Trustees shall be filed with the Clerk of said School District at her office at 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York, not later than April 22, 2024, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., prevailing time. 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. Each petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the District; nominating petitions for an office of a member of the Board of Education must be signed by at least 43 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 qualified voters or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the 2023 election); nominating petitions for an office of a member of the Library Board of Trustees must be signed by at least 43 qualified voters of the Library; each petition must state the name and residence of each signer, and, must state the name and residence of the candidate.

AND FURTHER NOTICE

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

AND FURTHER NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Registration will meet for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law, In the following locations: Massapequa High School Gym, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758; John P. McKenna School – Gymnasium, 210 Spruce Street and Second Avenue, Massapequa Park, New York 11762; Raymond J. Lockhart School Gym, 199 Pittsburgh Avenue, Massapequa, New York 11758; and Fairfield School, general purpose room, 330 Massapequa Avenue and Prospect Place, Massapequa, New York 11758 on May 14, 2024, between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the Register to be

used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of said Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such election for which the register is prepared. Additionally, registration shall be conducted for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law through Thursday, May 16, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, on all regular days during which the office of the District Clerk is in operation, located at 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such register, provided that at such time he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of said District Clerk to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such election for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District beginning on Thursday, May 16, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, on weekdays, and each day prior to the day set for the election, except Sunday, and on Saturday, May 18, 2024, by appointment only, and at the polling place(s) on the day of the vote.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to §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 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, at the following locations: Massapequa High School, gymnasium, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758; John P. McKenna School, Gymnasium, 210 Spruce Street and Second Avenue, Massapequa Park, New York 11762; Raymond J. Lockhart School, general purpose room, 199 Pittsburgh Avenue, Massapequa, New York 11758; and Fairfield School, general purpose room, 330 Massapequa Avenue and Prospect Place, Massapequa, New York 11758, 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 said 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 said Register is pre-

pared, or any special district meeting held after May 21, 2024.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Massapequa Union Free School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, by email to abellizzi@msd. k12.ny.us or fax sent to 516308-5009. 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.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Massapequa Union Free School District, may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk in person, by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, by email to abellizzi@msd.k12.ny.us, or fax sent to 516-308-5009. 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 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758. 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.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS

HEREBY GIVEN, a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758. 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.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for early voting and absentee ballots will be obtainable during school business hours from the District Clerk beginning Monday, April 22, 2024; completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than 30 days prior to the election; i.e., no earlier than April 22, 2024, and at least seven (7) days before the election; i.e., no later than May 14, 2024, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election; i.e., May 20, 2024, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or his/her agent named in the absentee ballot application. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 16, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., 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 then present in the polling place may object to the voting of the ballot upon appropriate grounds by making his/her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the Inspector of Election before the close of the polls. 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 Clerk of the Board of Education at the District Office, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York, in sufficient time to permit notice of the proposition to be included with the Notice of the Public Hearing, Budget Vote and Election required by Section 2004 of the Education Law or on or before March 22, 2024, at 4:00 p.m., prevailing time; must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least 107 qualified voters of the District (representing 5% of the number of voters who voted in the 2023 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.

Dated: Massapequa, New York

March 7, 2024

By Order of the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE MASSAPEQUA

UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Nassau County

Massapequa, New York

Anne Marie Bellizzi, District Clerk 5-15-1; 4-10, 3-27-2024-4T#246942-NOB/MASS

AVISO LEGAL AVISO DE AUDIENCIA

PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN

DEL PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN

DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR

MASSAPEQUA

UNION FREE

PUEBLO DE OYSTER

BAY Y CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que una audiencia p blica de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Massapequa Union Free del pueblo de Oyster Bay, condado de Nassau, Nueva York, se llevar a cabo en la sala de juntas del edificio administrativo de Massapequa, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, en dicho distrito, el 9 de mayo de 2024, a las 7:00 p. m., hora en vigor, para la resolución de asuntos autorizados por la Ley de Educación, que incluyen los siguientes puntos:

1. Presentar a los votantes una declaración detallada (presupuesto sugerido) de la cantidad de dinero que se requerir para el a o fiscal 2024-2025.

2. Analizar todos los puntos que a continuación se establecen para que se voten mediante m quinas de votaci n en la votaci n de presupuesto y elección que se celebrar n el martes 21 de mayo de 2024.

3. Resolver cualquier otro asunto que se presente antes de la reunión, de conformidad con la Ley de Educación del estado de Nueva York y las leyes que la enmiendan.

Una copia del presupuesto sugerido, previa solicitud, se pondr a disposici n de los residentes del distrito escolar a partir del 29 de abril de 2024, entre las 8:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., hora en vigor, en la Secretaría del Distrito, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, en cada sede escolar, en el sitio web del distrito en https:// www.msd.k12.ny.us/, y en la Biblioteca Pública de Massapequa, en 523 Central Ave, Massapequa, NY 11758 y 40 Harbor Lane, Massapequa Park, NY 11762.

POR EL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que dicha votaci n del presupuesto y elecci n se realizar n el martes 21 de mayo de 2024 en los siguientes lugares: gimnasio de la escuela secundaria Massapequa High School, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758; gimnasio de John P. McKenna School, en 210 Spruce Street y Second Avenue, Massapequa Park, New York 11762; salón de uso gener-

al de Raymond J. Lockhart School, en 199 Pittsburgh Avenue, Massapequa, New York 11758 y salón de uso general de Fairfield School, en 330 Massapequa Avenue y Prospect Place, Massapequa, New York 11758, de 6:00 a. m. a 9:00 p. m., hora en vigor, horario en el cual se habilitar n las urnas para votar mediante una m quina de votaci n sobre los siguientes asuntos:

1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del distrito escolar para el a o fiscal 2024-2025 y autorizar que la parte requerida de este se recaude con impuestos sobre la propiedad sujeta a tributación del distrito.

2. Adoptar el presupuesto anual de la Biblioteca Pública del Distrito Escolar Massapequa Union Free para el a o fiscal 2024-2025 y autorizar que la parte requerida de este se recaude con impuestos sobre la propiedad sujeta a tributación del distrito escolar.

3. Elegir dos (2) miembros de la Junta de Educación para un per odo de tres (3) a os que comenzar el 1 de julio de 2024 y finalizar el 30 de junio de 2027.

4. Elegir un (1) fideicomisario de la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca para un per odo de cinco (5) a os que comenzar el 1 de julio de 2024 y finalizar el 30 de junio de 2029.

5. El distrito ampliar las limitaciones de millaje del servicio de autob s escolar, lo que no daría lugar a mayores gastos anuales, a partir del a o escolar 2024–2025, de la siguiente manera: (a) ampliar su servicio de autob s escolar para estudiantes residentes de 1.º grado a 5.º grado desde el límite mínimo actual de millaje de transporte de los estudiantes que viven a m s de 1.0 milla de la escuela a la que asisten hasta 0.8 millas de la escuela a la que asisten y (b) ampliar su servicio de autobús escolar para estudiantes residentes de 10.º grado a 12.º grado desde el límite mínimo de transporte actual de estudiantes que viven a m s de 1.5 millas de la escuela a la que asisten a 1.0 milla de la escuela a la que asisten.

POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que cualquier residente del distrito podr obtener una copia de la declaración de la cantidad de dinero que se necesitar para financiar el presupuesto del distrito escolar y el presupuesto de la Biblioteca Pública de Massapequa para 20242025, de 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m., a partir del 29 de abril de 2024, excepto los s bados, domingos o feriados, en la oficina del distrito, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, y en cada sede escolar del distrito, en el sitio web del distrito en https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/, y en la Biblioteca Pública de Massapequa, en 523 Massapequa, NY 11758 y 40 Harbor Lane, Massapequa Park, NY 11762.

POR MEDIO DEL PRE-

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SENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que, de conformidad con el capítulo 258 de las Leyes de 2008, se agregó la sección 495 a la Ley del Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles y requiere que el distrito escolar adjunte a su presupuesto sugerido un informe de exenciones. Este informe de exención, que también formará parte del presupuesto final, mostrar qu parte del valor total calculado de la lista final de tasaci n usada durante el proceso presupuestario queda libre de impuestos, enumerará todos los tipos de exenciones otorgadas identificadas por la autoridad legal y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención, expresado en la cantidad en dólares del valor estimado o como porcentaje del total del valor estimado en la lista; (b) el valor acumulativo que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos para servicios municipales y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas. El informe de exenciones se publicará en cualquier tablero de anuncios que el distrito designe para avisos públicos y en el sitio web del distrito.

POR MEDIO DEL PRE-

SENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que las solicitudes para nominar candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educación y miembro de la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca se deberán presentar ante la secretaria de dicho distrito escolar en su oficina ubicada en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York, a más tardar el 22 de abril de 2024, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 5:00 p. m., hora en vigor. Los puestos vacantes de la Junta de Educación no se consideran cargos espec ficos ni independientes; los candidatos se presentan en general. Las solicitudes de nominación no deberán estipular ningún puesto vacante espec fico en la Junta para la cual esté nominado el candidato. Cada solicitud deberá dirigirse a la secretaria del distrito; las solicitudes de nominación para un cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educaci n deber n estar firmadas por al menos 43 votantes calificados del distrito (que representen 25 votantes calificados o el 2 % de la cantidad de votantes que votaron en la elección de 2023, el que sea mayor); las solicitudes de nominación para un cargo de miembro de la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca deben estar firmadas por al menos 43 votantes calificados de la Biblioteca; cada solicitud debe indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante y también el nombre y la residencia del candidato.

POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE

NOTIFICA que el registro personal de los votantes es obligatorio según la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación o el artículo 5 de la Ley de

Elecciones. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora según la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación y votó en una reunión de distrito anual o especial en los últimos cuatro (4) años calendario, es elegible para votar en esta elección. Si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar en virtud del artículo 5 de la Ley de Elecciones, también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse.

POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que la Junta de Registro se reunir a los fines de registrar a todos los votantes calificados del distrito seg n la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, en los siguientes lugares: gimnasio de la escuela secundaria Massapequa High School, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758; gimnasio de John P. McKenna School, en 210 Spruce Street y Second Avenue, Massapequa Park, New York 11762; gimnasio de Raymond J. Lockhart School, en 199 Pittsburgh Avenue, Massapequa, New York 11758; y salón de uso general de Fairfield School, en 330 Massapequa Avenue y Prospect Place, Massapequa, Nueva York 11758, el 14 de mayo de 2024, de 4:00 p. m. a 8:00 p. m., hora en vigor, para agregar cualquier nombre adicional al registro que se utilizará en la elección mencionada. Durante ese horario, toda persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en el registro, siempre y cuando en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta que esa persona tiene derecho a votar en dicha elección para la que se prepara el registro. Además, el registro se llevar a cabo a los fines de registrar a todos los votantes calificados del distrito seg n la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación hasta el jueves 16 de mayo de 2024, de 8:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m., hora en vigor, todos los días normales en los que funcione la Secretaría del Distrito, ubicada en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758. Durante ese horario, toda persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en el registro, siempre y cuando en ese momento se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha secretaria del distrito que tiene derecho a votar en ese momento o en adelante en tal votación para la que se preparó el registro. El registro preparado de acuerdo con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación se presentará en la Secretaría del Distrito, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York, y estará abierto para inspección por parte de cualquier votante calificado del distrito, desde el jueves 16 de mayo de 2024, entre las 8:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., hora en vigor, los días de la semana, y todos los días antes del día establecido para la elección, con excepción del domingo, y el sábado 18 de mayo de 2024, solo con cita,

y en los lugares de votación el día de la votación.

POR MEDIO DEL PRE-

SENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que, según la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación del estado de Nueva York, la Junta de Registros deberá reunirse el martes 21 de mayo de 2024, de 6:00 a. m. a 9:00 p. m., hora en vigor, en los siguientes lugares: gimnasio de la escuela secundaria Massapequa High School, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758; gimnasio de John P. McKenna School, en 210 Spruce Street y Second Avenue, Massapequa Park, New York 11762; salón de uso general de Raymond J. Lockhart School, en 199 Pittsburgh Avenue, Massapequa, New York 11758; y salón de uso general de Fairfield School, en 330 Massapequa Avenue y Prospect Place, Massapequa, New York 11758, para preparar el registro del distrito escolar que se utilizará en la votación del presupuesto y elección que se llevará a cabo en 2025 y en cualquier reunión especial del distrito que pueda llevarse a cabo después de la preparación de dicho registro, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho registro, siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta que tiene el derecho a votar en ese momento o en adelante en la elección escolar para la cual se prepara ese registro, o en cualquier reunión especial del distrito celebrada después del 21 de mayo de 2024.

POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que no estén registrados actualmente pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Massapequa Union Free pidiendo una solicitud de registro a la secretaria del distrito, y entregándola en persona o enviándola por correo postal a Office of the District Clerk, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, por correo electrónico a abellizzi@msd.k12.ny.us o por fax al 516-308-5009. 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 se deben recibir en la Secretaría del Distrito antes de las 5:00 p. m. del 25 de abril de 2024.

POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Massapequa Union Free pueden pedir una solicitud de boleta electoral militar en persona a la secretaria del distrito, por correo postal a Office of the District Clerk, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758, por correo electrónico a abellizzi@msd. k12.ny.us o por fax al 516308-5009. En esta solicitud, el votante militar puede in-

dicar su preferencia sobre la recepción de la solicitud por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. El votante militar debe entregar la solicitud de boleta electoral militar original en persona o por correo postal a la Secretaría del Distrito ubicada en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758. Para que se le otorgue una boleta electoral militar a un votante militar, se debe recibir una solicitud de boleta electoral militar válida en la Secretaría del Distrito antes de las 5:00 p. m. del 25 de abril de 2024. Dichas solicitudes de boleta electoral militar recibidas conforme a lo mencionado anteriormente se procesarán de la misma manera que las solicitudes de boletas electorales no militares, en virtud de la sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta electoral militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir dicha boleta por correo, fax o correo electrónico.

POR EL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que la boleta electoral militar original de un votante militar debe entregarse en persona o por correo postal a la Secretaría del Distrito, ubicada en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York 11758. Las boletas electorales militares se escrutarán si la secretaria del distrito las recibe antes del cierre de la votación el 21 de mayo de 2024 y tienen una marca de cancelación del servicio postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país 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 5:00 p. m. del 21 de mayo de 2024, y est n firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo de ello, con una fecha que se establezca como no posterior al día previo a la elección.

POR EL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que la secretaria del distrito otorgará las solicitudes de voto anticipado y voto por ausencia durante el horario escolar a partir del lunes 22 de abril de 2024. La secretaria del distrito deberá recibir las solicitudes completadas no antes de los treinta (30) días previos a la elección, es decir, no antes del 22 de abril de 2024, y por lo menos siete (7) días antes de la elección, es decir, a más tardar el 14 de mayo de 2024, si la boleta se enviará por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección; es decir, el 20 de mayo de 2024, si la boleta se entregará personalmente al votante o a su agente nombrado en la solicitud de voto por ausencia. La secretaria del distrito debe recibir los votos por ausencia antes de las 5:00 p. m., hora en vigor, del martes 21 de mayo de 2024.

POR MEDIO DEL 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, debe realizarse ante la secretaria de la Junta de Educaci n, en la oficina del distrito, en 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, New York, con el tiempo suficiente para permitir que el aviso de la propuesta se incluya con el Aviso de audiencia pública, votación del presupuesto y elección, según lo dispuesto en la sección 2004 de la Ley de Educación, antes del viernes 22 de marzo de 2024 a las 4:00 p. m., hora en vigor; debe estar tipeada o impresa en inglés, debe dirigirse a la secretaria del distrito escolar; debe estar firmada por al menos 107 votantes calificados del distrito (que representen el 5 % de la cantidad de votantes que votaron en la elección de 2023); 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 una 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 boleta electoral.

Fecha: Massapequa, New York

7 de marzo de 2024

Por orden de la JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE

Condado de Nassau Massapequa, New York

Anne Marie Bellizzi, secretaria del distrito 5-15-1; 4-10, 3-27-2024-4T#246943-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICHEARING

CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter , Section of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting,

Habrá disponible una lista de personas para las que se emitieron votos por ausencia para que los votantes calificados del distrito puedan inspeccionarla en la Secretaría del Distrito a partir del jueves 16 de mayo de 2024, de 8:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m., los días de la semana anteriores al día establecido para la elección anual y el 21 de mayo de 2024, el día establecido para la elección. Cualquier votante calificado presente en ese momento en el lugar de la votación podrá objetar la votación de la boleta electoral por los motivos que considere oportunos, presentando su objeción y las razones de esta al inspector de la elección antes del cierre de las urnas.

which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on APRIL at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:

BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF

APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 24-67

MASSAPEQUA PARK

SUSAN ROSENTHAL : (A) Variance to construct front porch and one story addition having less average front yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to construct four season rom having less side yard setback and aggregate side yards than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (C) Variance to allow two (2) existing 8.1 ft. by 10.1 ft. sheds having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (D) Variance to construct front porch, front one story addition, rear one story addition, four season room and sheds exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. (E) Variance to construct circular driveway having less front yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

N/s/o Willow Dr., 100 ft. W/o Eastwood Dr., a/k/a 3 Willow Drive, Massapequa Park, NY

APPEAL NO. 24-28

MASSAPEQUA

JLP ASSOCIATES INC.:

(A) Variance to construct new dwelling on subdivided lot having less width of lot at street and width from front property line to required rear yard than permitted by Ordinance. PARCEL A

(B) Variance to construct new dwelling on subdivided lot having less width of lot at street and width from front property line to required rear yard than permitted by Ordinance. PARCEL B

E/s/o Biltmore Blvd., 120 ft. S/o Baldwin Ave., a/k/a 100 Biltmore Boulevard, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 24-52

MASSAPEQUA

COLEEN GALICZEWS-

KI: Variance to allow existing pool equipment having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. W/s/o Club Rd., 175 ft. S/o Sunset Blvd., a/k/a 5 Club Road, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 24-54

MASSAPEQUA

4195 MERRICK ROAD

LLC: (A) Variance to allow existing 11.25 ft. by 7.25 ft. illuminated freestanding sign located at curb on corner of Merrick Road and Forest Avenue having less front yard setback and exceeding maximum area than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 6 ft. by 1.67 ft. illuminated projecting sign exceeding maximum area than permitted by Ordinance. NE/ cor. of Merrick Rd. Forest Ave., a/k/a 4195 Merrick Road, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 24-65

MASSAPEQUA

APPEAL NO. 24-66

MASSAPEQUA

CHRISTOPHER GUT-

KIND: (A) Variance to construct second floor addition having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (B) Variance to allow existing semi in-ground swimming pool having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Variance to allow existing pool equipment having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (D) Variance to allow existing 6.3 ft. by 10.1 ft. shed having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (E) Variance to construct second story addition exceeding maximum gross floor area than permitted by Ordinance. (F) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 94-55 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated February 10, 1994.

N/s/o Lagoon Blvd., 275 ft. W/o Cedar Shore Dr., a/k/a 111 Lagoon Boulevard, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 24-103

MASSAPEQUA

JOSEPH DIVINO: Variance to construct rear addition having less rear yard setback and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters.

W/s/o Margaret Rd., 118 ft. N/o William Rd., a/k/a 126 Margaret Road, Massapequa, NY

APRIL 8, 2024 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

JOHN RAFFAELE: Variance to allow existing 6 ft. high PVC fence exceeding maximum height across side/ front yard (Forest Avenue) than permitted by Ordinance. SW/ cor. of Forest Ave. Cedar St., a/k/a 340 Forest Avenue, Massapequa, NY

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OPT1 is the Plaintiff and GERARD J. KLICH, 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 9, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 106 ARLYN DRIVE WEST, MASSAPEQUA, NY 11758; and the following tax map identification: 53-146-4.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN MASSAPEQUA, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, NASSAU COUNTY AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 609237/ 2019. Edward Andreas Vincent, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 5-1; 4-24-17-10-2024-4T#247004-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Citibank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Peter L. Rand, Susan A. Rand, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 16, 2017, 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 13, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 330 North Hickory Street, Massapequa a/k/a North Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Massapequa, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 52, BLOCK: 380, LOT: 4. Approximate amount of judgment $202,085.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #4467/2016. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2. nycourts.gov/Admin/oca.shtml and as such all persons must comply with social dis-

tancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Mark Goidell, Esq, Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman Gordon, LLP

53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-080994-F00 80036

5-1; 4-24-17-10-2024-4T#247019-NOB/MASS LEGAL NOTICE

File No. 2019-4054/B SURROGATE’S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO Office f e e State Attorney General Grassi Co. Jasper Surety Glenn Rubin any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirs-at-law and next-of-kin of the said Marie Lippott, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named ec fic c e dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places f e e ce ffice addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained

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

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on May 22, 2024, at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why the account of Public Administrator of Nassau County, a summary of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of Marie Lippott, should not be judicially settled.

X] Further relief sought (if any):

1. Releasing and discharging the Petitioner from all liability, responsibility, and accountability as to all matters set forth in the account of proceedings;

2. Allowing the commissions of the Petitioner in the amount of 28,569.26 pursuant to SCPA 2307(1) and the reasonable and nece e e e f e ffice in the amount of $8,189.75 pursuant to SCPA 1207(4);

3. Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees and disbursements of Mahon, Mahon, Kerins O’Brien, LLC attorney for petitioner in the amount of 52,187.58 as and for legal fees and disbursements, of which 22,187.58 has been paid and 30,000.00 is unpaid;

4. Fixing and determin-

ing the accounting fees of Grassi Co, CPA’s, PC in the amount of $9,985.00, of which 3,985.00 has been paid and 6,000.00 is unpaid;

5. Releasing and discharging the surety;

6. Directing each of you claiming to be a distributee of the Decedent to establish proof of your kinship, and show cause why the balance of said funds should not be paid to said alleged distributees upon proof of kinship or deposited with the New York State Comptroller on account for the unknown next of kin of Marie Lippott, decedent, should said alleged distributees default herein or fail to establish proof of kinship;

7. Granting such other and further relief as to the Court is just and proper.

Dated, Attested, and Sealed, March 27, 2024

(Seal)

HON. MARGARET C. REILLY

Surrogate

s/Debra Keller Leimbach Chief Clerk

Richard T. Kerins, Esq. Mahon, Mahon, Kerins O’Brien, LLC

254 Nassau Blvd. South, Garden City, New York 11530

rkerins@mmkolaw.com (516) 538-1111

NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney.

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LEGAL NOTICE

The Massapequa Water District, in its continuing effort to improve the quality of water supplied to its consumers, has scheduled afall hydrant flushing beginning Sunday, April 14 and ending on Friday, April 19, 2024. The flushing will begin at 10:00 pm each night and end at approximately 8:00 am. to minimize the impact to consumers.

Thehydrant flushing serves twopurposes. First is to remove any sediment from within the water mains and second, it allowst h e Massapequa Water District (M WD) to observe the operation ot each hydrant and create a list of those hydrants in need of repair. The flushing of hydrants may cause some fluctuations of water pressure and/ or discolored (rusty) water to flow into homes and businesses, and although the water is perfectly safe to drink, ti may stain laundry. Consumers are advised not to schedule projects, which require clear water during the entire flushing period.

Hydrant Flushing will begin Sunday night and be performed from 10:00 pm until 8:00 am each day as follows:

Sunday, April 1 4 - Monday, April 15

The MWD area bordered Sunrise Hwy. on the south, Southern State parkway on the north, Lakeshore Drive on the west and Park Lane on the east.

Monday, April 15-Tuesday, April 16

The MWD area bordered Sunrise Hwy. on the south, Jerusalem Ave. on the north, Tackapausha Preserve on the west and Parkside Blvd. on the east.

Tuesday, April 16 - Wednesday, April 17 The MWD area bordered Merrick Road on the south, Sunrise Hwy. on the north, Tackapausha Preserve on the west and Cartwright Blvd. (including dead-ends) on the east.

Wednesday, April 17Thursday, April 18 The MWD area bordered South Oyster Bay on the south, Merrick Road on the north, Seaford Creek on the west and Ocean Avenue (including dead-ends) on the east.

Thursday, April 18 - Friday, April 19 The MWDareabordered South Oyster Bay onthe south, Merrick Road on the north, Alhambra Road (including dead-ends) on the west and Whitewood Drive on the east.

During the week of Monday, April 22nd through Friday, April 26”’, the MWD will perform spot flushing in those areas that may require additional cleaning. If you have aspecific question or problem, please contact the Massapequa Water District at (516) 798-5266. If you should have general questions regarding this pr ogram, please do not hesitate to contact the office at (516) 798-5266 for assis 4-10-2024-1T-#247167NOB/MASS

PLAINVIEW/ OLD BETHPAGE

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR CARRINGTON

MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-FRE2 ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, Plaintiff, AGAINST DEEPAK KAPOOR, ARUNA KAPOOR, et al.

Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on October 11, 2023.

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 May 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM premises known as 12 Battle Row, Old Bethpage, NY 11804.

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 at Old Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 47, Block 153 and Lot 21.

Approximate amount of judgment $995,103.42 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #003271/2015.

Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP - Attorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 4-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#246963-NOB/PLVOB

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE ASSETS TRUST 2006-1, MORTGAGE-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1, -againstJILL S MARKOWITZ, 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 April 13, 2023, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE ASSETS TRUST 2006-1, MORTGAGE-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 20061 is the Plaintiff and JILL S MARKOWITZ, 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 8, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 133 CARRIAGE LN, PLAINVIEW, NY 11803; and the following tax map identification: Section 13, Block 119, Lot 141, Unit 105.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT PLAINVIEW, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 001980/ 2017. George Peter Esernio, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF

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

4-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#246927-NOB/PLV

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

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated October 24, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on north side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York, “Rain or Shine”, on May 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. premises being at Plainview, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Unit Number 37, together with a 1.9386090% undivided interest in the common elements constituting real property of the condominium hereinafter described as the same is defined in the Declaration of condominium hereinafter referred to. The real property above described is a unit shown on the floor plan of a condominium prepared Charles DiGiovanni, Registered Architect and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on the 16th day of April, 1975, No, CA-24 as defined in the Declaration of Condominium entitled, “The Villas in Nassau Condominium and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on the 14th day of April 1975, in Liber 8791 of Conveyances at Page 237, Section 47, Block 151, lot 45 and amendments thereto which were recorded in said County Clerk’s Office on November 24, 1975 in Liber 8870 Page 15 and December 1, 1975 in Liber 8871 Page 285. Said premises being known as 37 Santa Barbara Drive, Plainview (Section 47, Block 151, Lot 45, Unit No. 37), Nassau County, New York 11803. Said premises will be sold subject to zoning restrictions, covenants, easements, conditions, reservations and agreements, if any; subject to any state of facts as may appear from an accurate survey; subject to facts as to possession and occupancy and subject to whatever physical condition of the premises may be; subject to any violations of the zoning and other municipal ordinances and regulations, if any, and if the United States of America should file a tax lien, or other lien, subject to the equity of redemption of the United States of America; subject to the rights of any lienors of record whose liens have not been foreclosed herein, if any; subject to the rights of holders of security in fixtures as defined by the Uniform Commercial Code; subject to taxes, assessments and wa-

ter rates which are liens on the premises at the time of sale, with accrued interest or penalties thereon; and a first mortgage held Jovia Financial Federal Credit Union, mortgagee, given to Joan E. Jetter, mortgagor, in the original amount of $200,000.00 dated 9/18/2020 and recorded 9/23/2020 in Liber 44572 at page 457. Index No. 603484/2022

Dated: March 26, 2024

Ronald Ferraro, Esq., Referee Cohen, Warren, Meyer Gitter, P.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff, 98 Maple Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787. 4-24-17-10-3-2024-4T#247027-NOB/PLV

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter , Section of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on APRIL at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:

BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 24-69

PLAINVIEW

29 VERA LLC:

(A) Variance to construct new dwelling exceeding maximum building coverage and gross floor area than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to construct driveway having less side yard setback than permitted Ordinance.

S/s/o Vera Ave., 874.14 ft. W/o Sebree Pl., a/k/a 29 Vera Avenue, Plainview, NY

APPEAL NO. 24-77

PLAINVIEW BILL JACQUELINE

VOULGARIS: Variance to allow existing ft. high PVC fence exceeding maximum height across front yard than permitted Ordinance.

E/s/o Keswick Ln., N/o Cranberry Ln., a/k/a Keswick Lane, Plainview, NY

APPEAL NO. 24-100

PLAINVIEW

PAMELA LINNEMANN:

(A) Variance to construct one story addition and allow existing rear deck having less rear yard setback, exceeding maximum building coverage and gross floor area than permitted Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 7.9 ft. ft. shed having less side yard setback and aggregate side yards than permitted Ordinance.

E/s/o Hollywood Dr., 154 ft. S/o Sunset Ln., a/k/a 28 Hollywood Drive, Plainview, NY

APRIL 8, 2024

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

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.

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

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