Division Avenue softball players joined the Levittown Athletic Club on Sept. 17 to support the first Batting to Beat Childhood Cancers event held at Azalea Road Field in Levittown. The players helped to raise $5,000 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Above, Members of the Division Avenue High School softball team are pictured with (left) Principal John Coscia and (right) coach Michael Verdi.
Town no longer considering piercing tax cap
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that it will no longer be seeking the authority to pierce the tax cap for the Town’s 2017 Fiscal Budget. According to the town, throughout the past month, elected Town Board members have been working with department heads and the Finance Division of the Supervisor’s Office in efforts
to keep within the New York tax cap structure.
“Each Town Board member, as liaison representatives to various Town departments, spent countless hours with department heads in budget meetings, taking the necessary steps to keep within the cap,” said Town Councilman Joseph G. Pinto, who attended budget meet-
ings in his role as liaison to the Comptroller’s Office.
“With the recent retirements and other difficult reductions to the budget, and with increased emphasis on revenue generating, we are pleased to be able to present a balanced budget without the necessity of piercing the cap.”
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Chick-fil-a coming to Hicksville
BY GARY SIMEONE
South Carolina native, Erin Elko is a very ambitious and gung-ho businesswoman. Elko, who now resides in West Islip, will be the new owner/operator of the Chick-fil-A restaurant that will open this fall. The southern chicken chain will be taking over the old On The Border’s building, located at 1401 Broadway Mall.
Elko started out as a Marketing Director for Chick-fil-A in Charleston, South Carolina nine years ago and had her mind set on becoming an owner/operator of the franchise.
“I wanted to have a more hands on experience and be involved in the day to day operations of the restaurant,” said Elko. “I also wanted to have the opportunity to develop team members and team leaders and as an owner and operator I’m able to do that.” She said that she is excited about the prospect of developing team members and leaders in the new Hicksville location.
“We are looking to hire 140 people for this location and there will be
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A big month for Town animal shelter
BY GARY SIMEONE
September is a big month for the Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter located at 150 Miller Place in Syosset. It is their free adoption month and so far a lot of stray and owner surrendered abandoned cats and dogs have taken up residence in friendly and inviting homes. The shelter is hoping to have a record month of adoptions and a total of 62 animals; 51 cats and 11 dogs have been adopted so far this month.
“Normally pet adoption agencies charge $84 for cats and $80 for dogs to adopt them so we’re not that far off,” said Laurie Scarpa, Director of the TOB Animal Shelter. “What’s different with us is that we provide full service to these animals at none of the cost.”
The service includes free spaying, neutering, rabies shots, FIV/ leukemia checkup for cats and a micro chip implant that is paid for life.
She said that a lot of the kittens that are taken in are sick and that the shelter treats them as humanely as possible.
“We want them to be a certain weight before we’re able to give them the necessary shots they need in order to be adopted,” said Scarpa. “We wait about 6 to 8 weeks to see if they have reached that weight of about 1 pound 8 ounces.”
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Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District
Kidney Cancer Awareness Day
Did you know that smoking, obesity, certain workplace exposures, a strong family history of kidney cancer, and some medications are all associated with an increased risk of developing the disease? To learn more, the public is invited to attend a free Kidney Cancer Awareness Day educational program at Winthrop-University Hospital on Saturday, October 15, 2016, at the Winthrop Research and Academic Center, located at 101 Mineola Boulevard, at the corner of Second Street in Mineola. The program begins with registration at 8:30 AM, followed by the seminar from 9:00 AM until noon.
The following Winthrop physicians will discuss the signs, risk factors and
treatment options for Kidney Cancer: Anthony Corcoran, MD, Attending Uro-oncologist; Corinne Liu, MD, Attending Radiologist; Mary O’Keefe, MD, Attending Medical Oncologist, and Jason Hoffmann, MD, Attending Interventional Radiologist. They will also speak about the roles their respective disciplines play in the diagnosis and management of the disease, as well as explain patient cases to illustrate the collaborative management of care. A question and answer period will be included.
Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided. To register and for information about parking or the program, please call Kate Owens (516) 663-2316 or e-mail kowens@winthrop.org
KIDNEY CANCER AWARENESS DAY
Did you know that smoking, obesity, certain workplace exposures, a strong family history of kidney cancer, and some medications are all associated with an increased risk of developing kidney cancer?
To learn more about kidney cancer, including signs, risk factors and treatment options, please join us at a free seminar.
Saturday, October 15, 2016 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM –Registration 9 AM to 12 PM - Program
Coffee and a light breakfast break will be provided.
Winthrop’s Research & Academic Center 101 Mineola Blvd. (Corner of Second Street in Mineola)
Admission is free, but seating is limited For reservations: Please call Kate Owens 516-663-2316 or email: kowens@winthrop.org
National Merit Semifinalist at Bethpage High School
Bethpage High School senior Jessica Nardulli has been selected as a semifinalist in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program. She is one of approximately 16,000 semifinalists competing for 7,500 National Merit Scholarships in the 62nd annual competition.
About 1.6 million students in more than 22,000 high schools entered the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2015 Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). All semifinalists must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by a high school official, write an essay and earn SAT® scores that confirm the student’s
Jessica Nardulli
earlier performance on the qualifying test.
About 90 percent of the semifinalists are expected to attain finalist standing, and about half of the finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship. Scholarships are underwritten by NMSC with its own funds and by approximately 420 business organizations and higher education institutions that share NMSC’s goals of honoring the nation’s scholastic champions and encouraging the pursuit of academic excellence.
Finalists will be announced in the spring of 2017. The district congratulates and wishes the Jessica the best of luck on this honor!
Photo courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District
Free legal clinics for seniors
The Nassau County Bar Association (NCBA) provides free monthly legal consultation clinics for Nassau County residents 65 or older. Seniors have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an attorney who volunteers to provide a half-hour private consultation on any topic of concern. The next Senior Citizen Free Legal Consultation Clinic
Special election
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano has announced that a special election be held in conjunction with the General Election on November 8 for Member of the County Legislature, to fill the vacancy and unexpired term in the 16th Legislative District due to the passing of County Legislator Judith Jacobs.
will be held Tuesday, October 11, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. at NCBA, 15th and West Streets, Mineola. This popular free program regularly fills up quickly. Registration is required by calling 516-747-4070.
College Board recognizes 212 Levittown AP Scholars
The College Board has recognized 212 Levittown School District students from both Division Avenue and MacArthur high schools as Advanced Placement Scholars for exceptional achievement on the May 2016 national exams.
• 111 students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by receiving a 3 or higher on three or more exams.
• 31 students received the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average grade of 3.25 on all AP exams taken and grades of 3 or higher on four or more of those exams.
• 58 students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and grades of 4 or higher on five or more of these exams.
• Saikiran Beesam, Joseph DiPaola, Robert Evans, Michael Mahoney, Kristin Schmidt, Arnav Sharma and Jessica (Sepideh) Vasseghi from Division Avenue High School and Anthony DiMartino, Dolan Jones, Kyle Lampasona, Gregory Matousek and Jason Russo from MacArthur High School, all from the Class of 2016, received the highest desig-
nation of National AP Scholar by earning an average grade of 4 or higher on all AP exams taken and grades of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. AP courses completed with a score
of 3 or higher on the final exam may afford students the opportunity to earn college credit. For a list of AP Scholars, please log onto the district’s website at www.levittownschools.com.
Advanced Placement Scholars currently enrolled in Levittown School District pictured with (back-left) guidance chairperson Mark Curtiss & Assistant Principal Terence Rusch, and (back-right) Principal John Coscia & Assistant Principal Sam McElroy.
Pictured are Advanced Placement Scholars currently enrolled at MacArthur High School in Levittown.
Photos courtesy of the Levittown School District
Levittown student researches diabetes
Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District Levittown student Shavani Sharma, a senior at Division Avenue High School, conducted independent research this summer at Winthrop University Hospital. Shavani’s research focused on the connection between diabetes and cholesterol metabolism. Shavani used FXR bile acid to control cholesterol levels in the body to maintain glucose levels.
American Legion meetings
The American LegionCharles Wagner Post 421 meets on the third Monday of each month. Meetings begin at 7:30pm each meeting night at the Joseph Barry Council, Knights of
Columbus, 45 Heitz Lane, Hicksville NY. All veterans are welcome to join based on time in service. For further infor mation, do not hesitate to visit our Post.
Town of Oyster Bay’s annual hurricane seminar
On hand for the Hurricane Seminar were Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto (fifth from left), Councilman Joseph G. Pinto (sixth from right) and Town Clerk James Altadonna Jr. (fourth from left). Also attending were (from left to right) were Massapequa Park Mayor Jeffrey Pravato, New York State Senator Michael Venditto, Nassau County Police Department Deputy Chief Kenneth W. Lack, Gary Conte from the National Weather Services, Family Court Judge Robin Kent, Town of Oyster Bay Deputy Commissioner Leonard B. Symons, District Court Judge Colin O’Donnell and Judge Rhonda Fisher.
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto, Councilman Joseph G. Pinto and Town Clerk James Altadonna Jr. recently attended the Town of Oyster Bay’s annual Hurricane-Emergency Management Seminar, held at the Massapequa West End Firehouse. The purpose of the seminar is to inform residents on how to prepare for a hurricane or other weather emergency, when to evacuate, what to do when a storm
the aftermath. The program was conducted by leaders in the fields of meteorology and emergency management led by Town of Oyster Bay’s own weather expert Leonard B. Symons, a Town Deputy Commissioner, who has trained at the National Hurricane Center in Miami. Guest speakers included noted Meteorologists who provided unique insight to the impact of severe weather on Long Island and its residents.
selected for All-State Festival
Carly Sesti, Emily Liang, Michelle Luo and Dana Chan were selected to perform in the All-State Music Festival of the 2016 NYSSMA Winter Conference held in December in Rochester, NY.
Four student-musicians from Bethpage High School have been selected to perform in the All-State Music Festival of the 2016 NYSSMA Winter Conference, held in December in Rochester, NY.
Junior Emily Liang (violin) and seniors Dana Chan (violin), Michelle Luo (violin) and Carly Sesti (alto-chorus) were chosen for this honor based
on the proficiency they demonstrated at NYSSMA auditions last May. Carly will be performing with the women’s choir, Dana with the symphony orchestra, and Emily and Michelle with the string orchestra.
The Bethpage Union Free School District congratulates each of these notable musicians.
John Ellis Kordes Photography
Hicksville schools welcome new teachers
From left, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carl Bonuso, East Street Elementary School ENL teacher Jason Aliperti, Board of Education Vice President Brenda Judson and Assistant Superintendent for Personnel Rosemarie Coletti at the 2016-2017 Hicksville Public School District New Teacher Reception.
The Hicksville Public School District hosted a New Teacher Reception for its newest faculty members within the first month of the 2016-2017 school year. The reception, which was held on the patio of the Hicksville High School and featured musical selections by orchestra teacher Amy Noll and her students, served as a warm and motivational welcome for the newest educators.
With members of the board of
education in attendance, Assistant Superintendent for Personnel Rosemarie Coletti individually announced the names of the new teachers, each of whom received a Hicksville Public School District pin. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carl Bonuso encouraged the new teachers to make their marks, and to continue doing their best to help students realize their dreams.
Photo courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District
Hicksville High School orchestra teacher Amy Noll and her students performing at the Hicksville Public School District 2016-2017 New Teacher Reception.
Photos courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools
Chick-fil-a coming to Hicksville
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a lot of opportunity offered to team members. There is a lot of room to grow working for Chick-fil-A. We want people of all different backgrounds and different levels of experience whose goal is to serve the community.”
Ever since she was eleven years old, Elko has wanted to live in New York.
“I like the fact that it is a fast pace quality of life here and there is so much to do and so much opportunity to be had in New York,” she said. “I feel like by living on Long Island I get to have a little bit of the Carolina’s with the beaches but I’m still able to get caught up in the buzz of things.”
She said that she worked with a real estate agency to find a house that was close to her job and also had a good school system for her two children.
“Living in West Islip it is only a 10 to 15 minute drive to work for me and also the schools are amazing which I’m really happy about,” said Elko.
Chick-fil-A is originally based out of Atlanta and the franchise is known for its signature boneless fried chicken sandwich. Their main menu category is classic sandwiches and nearly half of those entries are variants on the standard fried chicken breast served with pickle slices. It also comes with spicy and deluxe options.
“Of course we have the drive-thru window and other quick service type amenities but what makes Chick-fil-A a little different is that customers can sit down at our tables when they receive their order. It just gives it a little more of a homey feel.”
There is one other Chick-fil-A on Long Island located in Port Jefferson and another one set to open in Commack in late November.
Elko said that people can check the restaurant’s Facebook page about an opening date and keep an eye on the signs posted outside the construction site.
A big month for animal shelter
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Town Councilwoman Michele Johnson, who has adopted two cats and a dog, said that she has been at the shelter several times and that every employee does their best to care for the animals.
“I can tell you that everybody here goes beyond their job duties,” said Johnson. “They work diligently to make sure these animals are in the best care and do a good job of screening applicants who are interested in adopting these animals.”
Johnson, who also serves as Liaison of Development Environmental Resources for the County, said she works with the shelter on their budgeting constraints and other issues.
The screening application to adopt animals is thorough and must be completed by every applicant.
“We do a thorough screening process to see if people are the right fit to adopt one of these animals and we make sure
their living situation is okay for these animals,” said Scarpa.
She said that if an applicant doesn’t own a home and lives in an apartment or other dwelling the shelter will check with the landlord concerning their living situation.
When a stray animal is first brought into the shelter by an Animal Control Officer they are placed in temporary cages for six days. The cages are in fully heated and air conditioned rooms and are there so that an owner or family can come in and identify a lost pet. After six days the animals are placed into a larger environment with an outdoor play area and access to medical care.
“We have a couple of animals that have been with us here at the shelter for over three years,” said Scarpa.
The Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter is open Monday to Saturday 8 a.m to 4 p.m. to the public.
Town no longer considering piercing tax cap
The Councilman noted that a hearing to consider giving the Town Board the authority to pierce the tax cap, will no longer be entertained by the
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Town Board. The Town will hold budget hearings, at both 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., on Tuesday, October 18, to accept public input on its preliminary budget for 2017.
We are looking for articles on local topics, opinions, ideas, nice places to visit on Long Island, and even fiction. In our Discover magazine section, we will try to feature one new article and writer each week. Each writer will be reimbursed a stipend of $25.00, and articles should be between 1,500 and 3,000 words. If you want to be published and be part of an issue of Discovery, you may submit your article to: editor@gcnews.com
Levittown teachers are Susan G. Komen Survivors of the Year
The Susan G. Komen Foundation has named Levittown School District’s MacArthur High School art teacher
Tammy Mayer and business teacher
Nicole Savage Survivors of the Year. Both women were honored during the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 5K run in Central Park and with an invitation to
MacArthur High School teachers (front- center) are pictured at the NY. Stock Exchange with Susan G. Komen Foundation sponsors after the ringing of the closing bell.
ring the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange earlier this month. Since 2012, Tammy and Nicole have worked with MacArthur High School students to raise $50,000 for the foundation.
“I wanted to give back everything I received from the people who helped me,” Nicole said about her partnership with Tammy in spearheading MacArthur High School’s Pink Out Game and other school fundraising activities. “It’s not just about raising money. We need to create a dialogue about breast cancer and to encourage women to get their mammograms.”
Nicole is a five-year survivor of breast cancer and Tammy contracted the disease in 2007.
On Oct. 14, MacArthur High School will host its annual Pink Out Game. Apparel sales, basket raffles, snack shack sales and donations will help raise additional money for the foundation. In addition, the National Art Honor Society will be painting pumpkins after school to benefit the cause. Tammy said the donations that role in each year make it a “community event.”
Nicole said her goal is to help people focus on the message behind wearing pink. “Tammy and I want to keep the focus on what is important and to teach kids to look through the pink,” she said. “We don’t want them to forget what wearing pink means.”
InspIrIng Women™ a free community health education program
memory Loss: What happens When It’s not normaL?
Concerned about memory loss?
Please join us as Paula Lester, MD, Division of Geriatric Medicine at Winthrop, discusses memory loss.
• Find out the differences between normal and abnormal memory loss
• Understand how dementia is more than memory loss
• Learn about treatments for dementia
A question and answer period will be included.
Thursday, October 20, 2016 7 PM
Winthrop’s Research & Academic Center 101 Mineola Blvd. (Corner of Second Street in Mineola)
Admission is free, but seating is limited For reservations: Please call (516) 663-3131 or email: inspiringwomen@winthrop.org (Parking info. call 516-663-9761)
Mayer are pictured with (center) NBC’s Today Show personality Hoda Kotb during the Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure in Central Park.
Community Council meeting
The Hicksville Community Council will hold a general meeting on Thursday, October 6th, beginning at 7
will include a presentation by a POP Cop from the Nassau County Police Department.
us help you promote your local business. We will personally create an advertisement campaign using actual demographics which will help boost your business. Call our G.C. office for 294-8935 more info.
Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District
MacArthur High School teachers Nicole Savage and Tammy
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THE POLICE BLOTTER
Incidents that have occurred recently in the local area include:
A MacBook Pro was stolen from a vehicle on Whittier Street in Westbury between 12 midnight and 9 a.m. on September 8.
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On Horseshoe Lane in Levittown, cash was stolen from a vehicle between 5 p.m. on September 8 and 11 a.m. on September 9.
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At Target in Westbury, a 29-year-old man from Roosevelt was arrested and charged with Shoplifting at 5:40 p.m. on August 8.
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A wallet and its contents were stolen from a vehicle on Boulevard Drive in Hicksville between 5:45 p.m. on September 8 and 7:40 a.m. the next morning.
n Miscellaneous personal items were stolen from a vehicle at the Extended Stay American in Bethpage between 8 p.m. on September 8 and 7 a.m. the following morning.
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On Westwood Drive in Westbury, a victim’s vehicle was damaged sometime between 10 p.m. on September 8 and 9 a.m. the next morning, when it was discovered that both passenger-side tires had been slashed.
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At Buffalo Wild Wings on Merrick Avenue in Westbury, a 25-year-old man from Hempstead was arrested on September 8 at 11:30 p.m. He was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.
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A 32-year-old woman from Patchogue was arrested and charged with Shoplifting from Walmart in Westbury at 4 p.m. on September 9. … At the Leto Law Firm, located on Mineola Boulevard in Mineola, a victim has reported that unknown subjects spray painted graffiti on the rear of the building sometime between 5 p.m. on September 9 and 8 a.m. the next morning.
n On Front Street in Mineola, a victim has reported that unknown subjects damaged the rear entrance window of a business with a BB gun sometime between 9 p.m. on September 9 and 6 a.m. the next morning.
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At 9:51 p.m. on September 9, a 26-year-old man from West Hempstead was arrested at the corner of Roosevelt Street and Monroe Street in that town. The subject was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.
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At 3:08 a.m. on September 10, two sets of house keys and cash were stolen from a vehicle on Spruce Street in Hicksville.
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At 3:55 a.m. on September 10, a 43-year-old man from Hempstead was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow.
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A 38-year-old man from New Cassel was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated when he was stopped on Monitor Street in that town at 7:30 p.m. on September 10.
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A 31-year-old woman from Long Beach was arrested on September 10 at 10:45 p.m. on Merrick Avenue in Westbury and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.
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On September 11 at 2 a.m., a victim states that unknown subjects removed her unattended pocketbook with contents from a location on Jericho Turnpike in Mineola.
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At 2:10 a.m. on September 11, a 33-year-old man from Westbury was arrested on Hempstead Turnpike at Uniondale Avenue in Uniondale. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated.
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At the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike and Fairview Boulevard in East Meadow, a 19-year-old man from Central Islip was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated at 3:05 a.m. on September 11.
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Three individuals were arrested at 10:50 p.m. on September 11 on Glen Cove Road in Carle Place. Arrested were two 19-year-old men and an 18-yearold male, all from Mineola. All were charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.
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Criminal Mischief was reported to have occurred on Broadway in Westbury between 11 p.m. on September 11 and 7 a.m. on September 12. The damage involved a broken driver’s side window of a victim’s parked car.
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While driving on Front Street at Cathedral Avenue South in West Hempstead, a 23-year-old woman from Westbury was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on September 12 at 4:30 a.m.
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A wallet was stolen from Pollos El Paisa Restaurant in Westbury at 2 p.m. on September 12.
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Between 11:05 and 11:30 a.m. on September 14, a 56-year-old man from Hempstead was observed shoplifting at a business on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow. He was arrested and charged with that crime.
Compiled by Kate and Meg Meyer
Soccer Club opening day
Hempstead Town Councilman Gary Hudes (left) attends the Island Trees Soccer Club Opening Day held at Michael F. Stokes School in Levittown. Pictured (L-R) are Councilman Hudes, Senator Kemp Hannon, Legislator Dennis Dunne, Coach Keith Caruso, Assemblyman Tom McKevitt and various members of Island Trees Soccer Club.
Tobay Pirates win championship
The Tobay Pirates of the Long Island Senior Softball Division 4, recently celebrated coming in 1st place for the 2016 senior softball season as well as their victory in the year end softball tournament for their division. The L.I. Senior Softball League is a widely respected program that offers seniors the thrill of competition while providing a great form of exercise. The Tobay Pirates’ division championship as well as their coming in 1st place for the softball season demonstrates the teamwork and practice it takes to succeed, characteristics that relate & contribute to the Town of Oyster Bay’s flourishing community.
BY KAREN RUBIN
Hurry, hurry, get your deal on a 2016-17 ski pass. I really mean hurry because the best deals on season passes are expiring.
The biggest, best innovation is that more and more season passes incorporate flexible opportunities to ski multiple ski resorts, and now, more encompass deals across the country, so you aren’t locked in to, say, New England or the Rockies.
One of the most sensational values in the ski industry is Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass™ which affords unlimited and unrestricted skiing at 13 resorts including world-class destinations like Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Park City and Heavenly in the US plus Australia but is the only multi-resort pass to offer three to six days access to European skiing and snowboarding (depending upon the resort): Les 3 Vallees, Paradiski and Tignes-Val D’Isere in France, Skirama Dolomiti Adamello Brenta in Italy, 4 Vallees in Switzerland, and Arlberg in Austria. Even for skiers who are not based in the West, the Epic Pass pays for itself in just over five days of skiing or snowboarding. Find out more at EpicPass.com).
While Vail Resorts’ Epic pass may be one of the most incredible deals around, unless you are a Northeasterner with the ability to fly regularly, the pass that makes the most practical sense for skiers who really like to explore is the M.A.X. Pass, which provides five days of skiing at 32 mountains across the continent, from Alaska to Maine (10 more than last year), with no
blackout dates for $649 (the price goes up by $50 on Oct. 12). What is more, you can buy a season pass at one of the participating resorts, such as Okemo in Vermont (new this year!), where you would have unlimited access, and buy a M.A.X. Pass Addon ($299)to get the five days each at the other 31 resorts (the pass pays for itself with a three-day visit). In this way, you can make regular visits to Okemo and also have a trip to Crested Butte (Okemo’s sister resort), or Copper Mountain in Colorado. Other mountains on the list: Pico, Loon, Mount Sunapee, Snowshoe, Mountain Creek and Blue Mountain in the East; Mount Batchelor and Alyeska (Alaska) in the West. What is more, passholders also get 20% discounts on lodging, even the extra
discount off special deals.
M.A.X. Pass details are spelled out at www.themaxpass.com
Yet another is The Mountain Collective which gives you two days skiing at 14 different major resorts with no blackouts (plus discounts on lodging) for $409/adults, $99/child (12 and under). The pass also offers 50% off additional days.
The Rocky Mountain Super Pass Plus gives you unlimited access to Winter Park Resort, Copper Mountain and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado, plus Steamboat (6 days), Crested Butte (3 days) and Alyeska Resort, Alaska (3 days), as well as 7 days access to international ski destinations including Mt. Ruapehu, Cardrona Alpine Resort, Tomamu, Alts Bandai, and Nekoma. This pass
also provides other benefits, including discounts on 20 Friends & Family tickets (10 for Winter Park Resort and 10 for Copper Mountain), and discounts on activities (like tubing), retail purchases, merchandise, lodging, and food and beverage (see www.winterparkresort.com).
Here’s another twist: you can buy a season pass at Bolton Valley, near Burlington Vermont, and for no extra charge (it used to be $50 extra), can have the benefits of the Freedom Pass Ski areas are offering all sorts of innovations – Millennial passes (Stratton Mountain extended the years for eligibility from 18 to 32 (up from 29), while Mount Snow extended the purchase date for the discounted season pass to Dec. 15)
Take note: there are enormous number of packages and ski-and-stay deals online leading up to the season.
New England resorts, especially, are hoping to make up for losses due to last year’s bad weather – but are looking forward to better weather conditions (at least normal) this year, plus have made improvements in snowmaking and facilities to “weatherproof” . Lock them in now.
Here are more details:
Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass
Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass not only gives unlimited access to 13 resorts including world-class destinations like Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Park City and Heavenly in the US plus Australia but is the only multi-resort pass to offer three to
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Hurry, Hurry, Get your Ski Pass Deals; Take Advantage of Greater Flexibility, Options
six days access to European skiing and snowboarding (depending upon the resort): Les 3 Vallees, Paradiski and Tignes-Val D’Isere in France, Skirama Dolomiti Adamello Brenta in Italy, 4 Vallees in Switzerland, and Arlberg in Austria.
The 2016-2017 Epic Pass offers unlimited access to the Vail Resorts in Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado; Park City in Utah (which with the merger of Canyons is now the largest ski resort in North America); Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood at Lake Tahoe; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin, Afton Alps in Minnesota and Mt. Brighton in Michigan; and just for good measure, so you can ski in summer, Perisher in Australia. The Epic Pass allows pass holders to visit resorts as they choose, each with its own personality and distinct experience, combining unique terrain and traditions with Vail Resorts’ renowned service and unmatched resort improvements. The Epic Pass is available at EpicPass.com ($829/adult until the next deadline is Oct. 9).
“There is nothing in the ski industry today that can compare to the value of the Epic Pass,” said Kirsten Lynch, chief marketing officer of Vail Resorts. “The value of the Epic Pass is giving skiers and snowboarders the flexibility to ski when they want and the choice to ski where they want, and the variety of experiences our resorts offer, whether it’s the iconic slopes of Vail or Park City, or the grandeur and tradition of Europe, which should be on the bucket list of every skier or snowboarder. Whether you ski five days or 100, no pass is tailored to the way skiers and snowboarders actually want to access the best mountains in the world like the Epic Pass.”
That access now includes four of Europe’s most iconic destinations. France’s largest ski areas, Les 3 Vallees,
and Tignes-Val D’Isere offer a unique playground to skiers and snowboarders from all over the world, accessing five glaciers, 391 ski lifts and over 800 miles of marked runs for all ability levels within a 30-mile radius.
The three areas combine high-altitude skiing guaranteeing quality snow from November to May with stunning view of Mont Blanc and a 360-degree panorama of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. (6 days of free skiing with 2 days of skiing at each resort area)
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Pulpit Pressure Season
BY MARJORIE GOTTLIEB WOLFE
There are five seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter and Pulpit Pressure Season.
As soon as the holiday services are over, we hear, “Can you believe what the rabbi talked about? I wonder if it’s going to be online?” According to Debbie Bravo, “The High Holy Days sermon has become the World Series for rabbis.”
Rabbi Marc E. Berkson admits in his Kol Nidre 5769 sermon that he sometimes will go “to movies for the explicit purpose of finding the kernel to a sermon in the theater.”
This year will your rabbi discuss Israel, the rising menace of anti-Semitism in Europe and around the world, the elections, gun violence, gender equality, Caitlyn Jenner, the Zika problem, travel warnings for pregnant women, or driverless cars? Perhaps mention will be made of Auschwitz survivor, Israel Kristal, who, at the age of 113, had his bar mitzvah.
This year I would like my rabbi to speak about the word “choices.”
Vera Nazarian (“The Perpetual Calendar of Inspiration”) wrote, “If you are faced with a mountain, you have several options:
You can climb it and cross to the
other side.
You can go around it.
You can dig under it.
You can fly over it.
You can blow it up.
You can ignore it and pretend it’s not there.
Or you can stay on the mountain and make it your home.”
Rabbi Robert L. Wolkoff (Cong. B’nai Tikvah, Brunswick, NJ) gave a fascinating Rosh Hashanah sermon. He spoke about an outstanding young leader named Matt Fieldman. He spearheaded the establishment of a gourmet restaurant manned entirely by former criminals and one celebrity chef. The program graduated 100 convicts, and NOT ONE of them has been re incarcerated. (Note: the national recidivism rate is 60%.)
Rabbi Wolkoff says, “If we make smart choices, it’s amazing what we can do.”
How did the story begin? Matt met a guy at a football game. A few weeks later, he met him again at the best restaurant in Cleveland, where he turned out to be the manager. A few weeks later, Matt met him again, this time in a library. The guy was trying to figure out where he could get grants to help him open this restaurant for training convicts he had been dreaming
about. Matt, a professional fund raiser, had a choice to make. He could have just said “Well, good luck, pal,” and gotten on with his business. But something inside him said, “No. You can’t walk away from this.” Call it what you want—luck, con-science, a hunch. I call it God—something made Matt decide to help. And because of that CHOICE, the lives of hundreds of people, and their families and their community, improved immensely.
God gave him a CHOICE, and it changed the world.
I read with interest the Rosh Hashanah 2003 - 5764 ser-mon delivered by Rabbi Haskel Lookstein. Lookstein is the Rabbi Emeritus of Cong. Kehilath Jeshurun. The title of his sermon: “The Challenge of Choice.” He says, “…we all live on two levels - the theoretical and the real. On the theoretical level we have no choice. We are the people of the covenant. We cannot quit. This is compulsory service. We are not volunteers. We were sworn in long ago. We are in this forever. The Shema every morning is not a choice that we make; it is simply descriptive of who God our King is…As Jackie Mason would say“No choice - that’s it!”
“Ah, but in the real world, that’s not it.”
The rabbi discusses “how our stan-
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dard of living has resulted in people making multiple choices in where they live, how they furnish their homes, where they eat and what they eat. Just think of the astonishing number of choices on restaurant menus. Those of us who are over forty can remember when you went into a restaurant and there were two or three choices on the menu…Even at a wedding today one is given a choice of the main course.
If you don’t eat steak or baby lamb chops you can have chicken. If chicken is not to your taste you can have fish.
Finally, there is always a vegetarian dish. This is all reflective of a world which is wide-open for our choices.”
The rabbi talks about the area of marriage and divorce (“der get”). He says, “Marriage, today, is also a matter of choice. Not just whether to get married, but whether to stay married. A recent article in The New York Times Magazine reports what a rabbi might have easily guessed: in a difficult economy one of the few growth industries is matrimonial law. Seventy-eight percent of matrimonial lawyers say their case loads are either steady or increasing.”
The rabbi says, “It used to be that getting married was a life sentence. I
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What to Do About Social Security When Someone Dies
BY TOM MARGENAU
Coincidentally, I received two questions on the same day dealing with the same topic. Each had a relative die and each asked, “What do I do about his Social Security?”
The answer to this depends on many factors. So I thought I would use this column to provide a sort of laundry list of advice about dealing with Social Security when a friend or relative dies.
One of the first things someone should do is notify the Social Security Administration about the death. That usually would involve a simple phone call to SSA’s call center: 800-772-1213.
There is a pretty good chance SSA is going to learn about the death through some other means -- usually via a computer-matching arrangement with state and local government agencies. Still, it certainly wouldn’t hurt for someone to contact SSA.
What happens next depends primarily on whether or not there is a widow or widower, or possibly a minor child, potentially due benefits on the deceased’s account. I will start out discussing what happens when there is no one due benefits on an account. And I think it will be easiest to explain using examples.
Let’s say Sally was getting Social Security widow’s benefits and she died on Sept.19, 2016. Her sister, Ann, reports her death to SSA. And Ann also is probably wondering about her sister’s next Social Security check, the one due in October. She figures that because Sally was alive for half the month of September, the family should be due the proceeds of her September check -that’s the one payable in October.
But the government has never prorated Social Security checks. And the law says a person must be alive for an entire month to be due the check for that month. Because Sally died in September, her family is not due her September check, the check that would normally come in October. That check will probably not be deposited into Sally’s account anyway. But if it is, the proceeds from that check must be returned to the government.
And by the way, if you think the government is out to cheat a dying person out of his or her last Social Security check by not prorating benefits, you’ve got to understand that the lack of proration can help a person when benefits begin. In our example, Sally was getting widow’s benefits. Let’s say her husband died on March 29, 2012. Sally would have received a widow’s benefit for the whole month of March, even though she was a widow for only two days of the month.
Sally’s family also might be wondering if they are due the measly little one-time $255 death benefit from Social Security. The answer is no. That death benefit is only paid on the account of
someone who had worked and earned their own Social Security benefit. For that matter, even if Sally was getting her own Social Security checks, the $255 payment could not be made to her family because the law says it can only be paid to a surviving spouse or a minor child.
Now I’m going to present another scenario to explain when a family would be due the proceeds of a last Social Security check. Let’s say Henry died on Sept. 4, about 10 days before his last Social Security check was due to be deposited in his banking account -- on Sept. 14. (And remember, that is the check for August.)
Because Henry was alive the entire month of August, he is due that August Social Security check. However, the bank is required by law to return it to the government. But the executor of Henry’s estate, or some close relative, can file for the proceeds of that check to be reissued in his or her name.
All the situations I’ve discussed so far assumed the deceased didn’t leave a spouse or minor child eligible for benefits. But now we will follow some examples with those scenarios.
Jorge was getting Social Security retirement benefits when he died at age 88 on Sept. 10, 2016. His 85-yearold wife, Maria, was getting a spousal benefit on his record. Maria contacted Social Security to tell them about Jorge’s death. She also wanted to file for widow’s benefits and the $255 death benefit. She was correctly told that no claim was necessary. In this kind of situation, Maria will be automatically converted to widow’s benefits. As explained in the Sally example above, Jorge will not be due his September Social Security payment (normally payable in October) because he did not live the entire month of September. But Maria will start getting widow’s benefits effective with September -- again, payable in October. There is a pretty good chance that by the time October rolls around, all the right buttons will have been pushed and Maria will get her first widow’s check. And that first payment will include the $255 death benefit.
And now let’s add a bit of a twist to the Jorge and Maria story. Let’s say that Maria was not getting spousal benefits, but rather was getting her own Social Security check. And her check was smaller than Jorge’s monthly payment. That means she is now due the difference between her own retirement check and Jorge’s check in widow’s benefits to be added to her own Social Security benefit amount. But in this case, she will NOT be automatically converted to widow’s benefits. Because she was getting her own retirement check, she has to actually file a claim for widow’s benefits and also file for the one-time death benefit.
One final twist. Let’s now say Maria
was getting her own retirement check, but that it was higher than Jorge’s benefits. In this scenario, Maria would not be due any widow’s benefits -- because her own benefit exceeds her potential widow’s rate. She would be due the onetime $255 death benefit, however.
And one final point in case you are
wondering: In my last example, if Maria had died first, then Jorge would have been due widower’s benefits on Maria’s account -- and the $255 death benefit. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net.
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The Boundaries of ‘Interiors’ Explored in Art Exhibit at Gold Coast Arts Center
BY KAREN RUBIN
What is inside, and what is outside? What are the boundaries that delineate “interiors”. How much of what is interior is our own perception, our own making? These are the questions explored by three artists - Laini Nemett, Orestes Gonzalez, and Maxi Cohen - represented in “Interiors” on view at the Gold Coast Arts Center in Great Neck, through November 20.
Interiors is an exhibition that explores the artist’s relationship with familiar places and how they connect to interior landscapes of personal history, memory and association. The painter Laini Nemett comments that she wants the composite imagery to conjure memory but also to emulate an experience of place. Orestes Gonzalez’s photographs of interior spaces captures moments of loneliness, happiness and a time of innocence. Photographer/videographer, Maxi Cohen captures moments in the ladies room, “as a space of sanctuary and solitude”.
The only thing common to all is that their creative works “serve as a portal to interior spaces that are in plain sight and
yet frequently overlooked,” notes Jude Amsel, Gold Coast Arts Center Gallery Director. They offer a portal to a new way of looking and experiencing what we all take for granted.
Laini Nemett: “Last Door on the Right”
Laini Nemett creates her own sense of place and space – literally. Her paintings stem from imagination – memories and relationships – which go into intricate cardboard models models she constructs at the beginning of her process. She then creates bold paintings that realistically represent these imagined places. They take the viewer in, forcing the viewer to contemplate the scene. It is at that point that the viewer realizes the impossibility of the place – a window that is upside down, a ceiling that has the texture and color of carpeting which should be on the floor.
One of the most interesting perspectives stems from a whirlwind visit to Paris and the Eiffel Tower. You would never realize it is the Eiffel Tower because the perspective is looking down from a landing through plexiglass casting a reflection made “wobbly” with rain.
“I assemble my own relics of experience. I discover their logic in the ways they fit together and attempt to make sense of how we decipher place,”
But while the constructions hold the histories and the memories of the people, the paintings are devoid of people altogether. Like a dream, you are
Nemett says. One of her paintings in the exhibit is titled “Last Door on the Right.”
“A constant kaleidoscope of imagery the mind sorts at random, concealing and revealing fragments of memories. I choose to disorient myself amidst the puzzle, letting observation suggest the direction.”
“Extended time in different architectural cultures has shaped how I understand the idea of ‘home.’ In downtown Baltimore, buildings are boarded up and left as skeletons of a family’s history, while new constructions incite possibilities of new beginnings. In the boroughs of New York, old facades are painted away or torn down as new anonymous condo projects begin almost every day. The expansive land of Wyoming holds 100-year old ranches and hand-built homesteads that remain as physical mementos of multiple generations.”
surveying the scene.
There is such detail that at first glance, you think you could walk in. But these structures don’t exist – and can’t exist.
“It’s more compelling. I don’t want the painting to answer the questions, but get you to think more, ask more, linger longer. That’s why I paint instead of take photographs. I want to do something that can only happen in painting.”
Orestes Gonzalez: Photographs of Havana, Miami
Orestes Gonzalez also challenges people’s perspective. His black-and-white photographic series from Havana, Cuba, “This Island is My House,” (2016) shows interiors which are really exteriors –a barber who has turned a courtyard into his shop, a building without a roof. Exteriors become interiors and vice versa.
In Cuba, he notes, roof collapses are common, and the lack of materials nad
maintenance has created a landscape of ruins in a city of 2 million people. By necessity, then, “public and private lines are blurred or compromised,” he says. In Cuba, where interior space is very limited or compromised, “interiors are more symbolic rather than literal.” These are people who live their inner lives in a public setting and deal with their environment – their situation – the best they can. In Cuba, the island is the ‘house’ they live in.”
There are also four mural-sized color photographs taken of his Uncle Julio’s apartment in Miami, taken after he passed away. “Julio’s House,” 2007, shows how his interior space was revealing of who he was inside, but afraid to reveal to the outside world.
Maxi Cohen: ‘Ladies Rooms Around the World’
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Maxi Cohen, a filmmaker, turned to a different camera in making “Ladies Rooms Around the World.” The series, produced over decades, makes you rethink these customarily private spaces. Her own journey began in 1978 when she was at the Miami Film Festival with her first feature length film documentary, “Joe and Maxi” about her relationship with her father. She retreated to the Ladies room to escape the boring awards dinner and found herself among a gaggle of octogenarians fussing over corsets and false eyelashes. She was entranced by this “tribal dance” and whenever she saw an interesting scene in the ladies room – Austrlia to Zambia, Bombay to Bosnia, Rio to Tel Aviv, she snapped it. Almost all of them also capture her in the scene – she said she didn’t feel it was right to invade the privacy of others
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Pulpit Pressure Season
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don’t use that term flippant; I use it positively. Not every marriage was great, but kiddushin meant a life commitment unless conditions became unbearable. One got married, with God’s help had children, raised them, married them off and was blessed with grand-children.
But today that’s not it. In a culture of free choice, married spouses are making choices and often the choice is “I quit”; “I’ve had enough”: “This relationship isn’t serving my needs any more”; “I’m entitled to happiness”; The feeling just isn’t there” “I want to get on with my life.”…
And they are facts which have serious ramifications on the lives of everybody, especially children.”
…What can be done to deal with the frightening reality of choice in opting out of a marriage?…Turn the problem into a challenge.
“So here is one rabbi’s tentative advice to every spouse in this shul: We have to earn our right to be a spouse every day. Giving or receiving a ring under a chupah should mean a lifetime commitment, but in an age of CHOICE it doesn’t. We have to earn that commitment constantly.
We have to try to live every day of our lives as if we were dating and courting; to make ourselves as appealing as we can; not to take the other for granted; to see what is wonderful in your spouse, what makes him/her lovable, to figure out how to make him/her happier and more fulfilled.
…we should all be looking for the good in our spouses and not for the weaknesses…Most of us see all the blem-ishes except our own.” And we make too manyjudgements about our spouses. Again the Talmud warns us: “Do not judge your friend until you have stood in his/her shoes.” This applies to spouses too. Think of how she/he feels before making judgements…
A group of mediators dealing with divorcing couples were asked if they thought the divorcing partners still loved each other. They all answered in one way or another “yes.” Just imagine if the partners had lived their lives as if they were courting. Would they have needed the mediators?…
One should accept marriage as a lifelong commitment, dwelling in our matrimonial life day-in and day-out. But we should also understand our obligation to be visitors in our marriage, with a fresh appreciation of our spouse constantly, with a realization that we have to earn our right to be a dweller in our marriage, day-in and day-out. Then with God’s help, our CHOICE and our spouse’s CHOICE will be the CHOICE of commitment.
The rabbi concludes: “If we are wise and courageous enough to live up to this challenge of CHOICE, this will truly be a shanah tovah and a happy year for all.”
Marjorie Wolfe wishes all of her readers a Happy and Healthy New Year. She thanks Rabbi Lookstein and Rabbi Wolkoff for providing such “vunderlekh” sermons.
and not include herself. “Since I am recording others in their private rituals, 1981 where Maxi Cohen captures herself in a borrowed gown or possibly robe her
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TIVE: Blank Slate Media, a fast growing chain of 6 award winning weekly newspapers and website, is looking for an energetic, service oriented professional with good communication skills to sell display, web and email advertising. Earn up to $60,000 in the first year representing 6 Blank Slate Media publications and website as well as 5 publications and 1 website owned by Blank Slate Media’s partner, Litmor Publications. We are looking for an enthusiastic and service oriented sales professional with good communication skills. Requirements: minimum 2 years outside sales experience. Newspaper sales experience a plus. Must have your own car. Exclusive protected territory. Opportunity to sell both print and online programs. A collegial, supportive sales team. Award-winning editorial coverage. A separate newspaper for each community allowing advertisers to target their markets. And you to provide the most cost-effective way to advertise. Represent media that produce superior response for clients. Compensation: Salary plus commission, health. To apply please email resume and cover letter to sblank@theislandnow.com or call Steven Blank at 516-307-1045 ext 201
PART TIME SECRETARY: to the Board of Trustees/Zoning. Applicant must be well organized and dependable, have excellent computer skills, good communication skills and able interact well with the public. 19.5 hours per week, which includes approximately 3 night meetings a month. Interested parties should email their resume to: jkain@villageofwillistonpark.or g Salary $15/hour
Employment Situation Wanted EXPERIENCED POLISH HOUSE CLEANER
Good references. Very honest, reliable, responsible and hard working. Own transportation. English speaking. Flexible days /hours. I will do a good job. Please call 516-589-5640
HOME HEALTH AIDE
AVAILABLE:
Kind, compassionate aide working with sick, elderly and newborn care seeking FT/PT position on weekdays, weekends or overnight. 25+ years experience. References available. Call Liz 516-590-5338
Employment Situation Wanted
HOME HEALTH AIDE: CERTIFIED
North Shore LIJ/ Regioncare experience seeking position to care for elderly. Available 7 days a week days or evenings. References. Call 347-525-6999 or email: JJKafarski12@gmail.com
HOME HEALTH ATTENDANT/LPN CERTIFIED:
Available to work & care for elderly. Live in or out. Offering Skilled Nursing Care full time or part time. Overnight also. Please call Audrey Allen: 516-444-2331
TEACHER Pre-K 4’s Full time Monday thru Friday. Must be certified by NYSCDA is acceptable. Minimum 2 years experience. Work in prestigious, well established Nursery School. Warm, friendly environment. Email resume to J10291@aol.com or call 516-625-9080 for interview
Situation Wanted
BABYSITTING:
COLLEGE STUDENT
Experienced babysitter to work weekdays part time flexible hours. Solid references. Licensed driver with car. Call 516-404-1045
CAREGIVER AVAILABLE FT /PT days or evenings. Available immediately. 20 years experience. Live in or out. Able to run errands. Excellent references. Valid driver’s license & own car. Please call Lorraine 646-269-9540 or 646-209-1900
CERTIFIED NURSE’S AIDE 15+ yrs experience, honest & reliable seeking home care position. Available full-time, parttime, nights, weekends & overnight. Licensed driver with own car.
Contact Barbara 516-468-1340
CERTIFIED NURSING AIDES: Experienced, reliable, honest, hard working, knowledge of CPR. Seeking private care job for the elderly as companion. Rates per hour/day, negotiable. Please call Carmen 347-307-2883 or Florette 507-460-9915
CLEANING SERVICES
AVAILABLE to clean homes, apartments, offices & stores. Free estimates. Own transportation. References available. Please call Rosemary 516-782-5764
CLEANING SERVICES FOR OFFICES OR HOMES. Available 7 days a week. Excellent references. Own transportation. Gift Certificates available! Call 516-974-8959
HOME HEALTH AIDE/ ELDER CARE Home health aide with over 15 years experience !! Excellent references. Cooking, cleaning, showers, all aspects of daily care. Live in. Available Immediately !! Call Sharon 347-739-7717
CLASSIFIEDS Call
Employment Situation Wanted
HOUSECLEANING
Very honest and kind woman available to clean your home
Mon-Fri. Own transportation, own supplies, great rates. Local references. Pet lover. Spanish/ English speaking. Contact Marleni 516-734-1016 or 516-902-7249
MAYA’S CLEANING
Excellent Work!
Reasonably priced. Provides cleaning supplies and vacuum or use yours.
Own transportation
516-859-5355
516-244-3535
NANCY’S CLEANING SER-
VICE
Let me do the work for you!
Homes, apartments and offices!
Vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, organizing, etc.
Professional appearance
Excellent references
English speaking
Own transportation
Free estimates!
Loves animals !!
Call or text Nancy 516-469-5517.
Email: nancybenitez023@gmail.com
Employment Situation Wanted
NANNY/ BABYSITTER
Experienced Babysitter available FT/PT. Trustworthy, responsible, active, creative and fun! Background child development and experience with Autistic children. Excellent references. Please call Angela 516-330-0230 or email angelamargoth@yahoo.com ANNOUNCEMENTS
Marketplace
CATHEDRAL GARDENS: FURNITURE/ CONTENTS OF HOME for sale. House full of traditional furniture, rugs, dinnerware, pictures, pinball machine, taxidermied fish, etc.
Call Barbara 516-508-1946 (leave message)
Marketplace
FOR SALE: STICKLEY AudiHaverford Dining Table (Mahogany) & Chippendale Chairs
$6,000. Purchased September 2014. Set includes: table; leaves; customer cover; 4 side chairs; 2 arm chairs. Fabric modern pattern, sand color. Pick up Brooklyn Heights.
Email: monrow71@gmail.com or Cell: 646-461-0593
INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN
Consignment Shoppe and Auction House 839 Stewart Avenue Garden City, NY 11530
516-279-6378
www.invitedsales.com
Open 7 Days a Week Consignments by Appointment Monthly Live & Online Auctions
Tag Sale, Appraisals and Estate Sale Services
Complete House Cleanouts Moving Services Home Staging Services
PRIVACY HEDGES LIMITED SUPPLY. 6’ Arborvitae, fast growing, reg. $129 NOW $69. Beautiful, bushy, nursery grown. FREE installation/ FREE delivery. Other trees available! 844-592-3327 www.lowcosttrees.com
ABE BUYS ANTIQUES: Silver, paintings, rugs and all contents. All Cash! 917-817-3928
LOOK! Old clocks and watches wanted by collector regardless of condition. Highest prices paid. 917-748-7225
LOOKING TO BUY!
Oriental items, clothing, art, old & modern furniture, estates, jewelry, silver, glassware, dishes, old photos, coins & stamps, flatware. Call George 718-386-1104 or 917-775-3048
TOP CASH PAID: JEWELRY, Furniture, Art, etc. Please call 718-598-3045 or 516-270-2128. www.iBuyAntiquesNYC.com
WANTED CASH PAID for Pre-1980 COMIC BOOKS & Star Wars Action Figures. Original Comic ArtSports Cards & Autographed Memorabilia1990’s MagictheGathering. Call WILL: 800242-6130 buying@getcashforcomics.com
GRANDPARENTS - Send in your grandchildren’s photos and enter our “World’s Most Beautiful Grandchildren”contest.Just send a photo and a brief description of the child (or children) along with your name and address to: Litmor Publications,Beautiful Grandchildren Contest,81 East Barclay St.,Hicksville N.Y.11801. We’ll do the rest!
Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 email: store@atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org
INVITED SALES BY TRACY JORDAN
Monday, October 3 9:30 am 83 Brixton Rd Garden City, NY 11530
Beautifully decorated home selling inlaid dining room table, large handmade rugs, bedroom furniture, leather couches, books, records, jewelry, garage items, tools, basement items, dressers, 4 poster bed, highboy, mirrors, large executive leather top desk, slipper chairs, leather club chairs, sports memorabilia, brass headboard, foosball table, outdoor furniture, refrigerator, snowblower, ladders, bikes.......Visit www.invitedsales.com for pictures and details !
Marketplace
Tag Sale
INVITED SALES
BY TRACY JORDAN
Tuesday, October 4
10:00 am
46 East Shore Drive Massapequa, NY 11758
Tons of tools, furniture, collectibles, books, china, crystal, dishes, clothing and household items. Dog accessories and large crates. Garage packed......Visit www.invitedsales.com for pictures and details !
INVITED SALES
BY TRACY JORDAN
Wednesday, October 5
9:30 am
81 Monroe Street
Garden City, NY 11530
Living room, bedroom and dining room furniture, Lladros, artwork, costume jewelry....Visit www.invitedsales.com for pictures and details !
Pets
Pet Services
A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL
LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717
DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE?
HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away.
Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early!
Annmarie 516-775-4256
PROFESSIONAL DOG TRAINING
Doggie Day Care Boarding Dog Walking
Backyard Clean-up GC Resident 516-382-5553
Automotive Auto Services
ELITE AUTO DETAILING: Anthony Masia, Owner/Operator
Dependable, professional detailer. SUV’s, vans, pick-ups also detailed at a higher price. We specialize in imports/Mercedes Benz, BMW, Audi, Jaguar & Maserati. $10 off complete detail. Spring Wash & Wax Special $85/cars only. Coupons not to be combined 631-612-7152
Autos Wanted
DONATE YOUR CAR to Wheels For Wishes, benefitting Make-a-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 631-317-2014 Today!
Real Estate For Rent
Apartment for rent
Garden City Border Apartments: Spacious, bbright studio apartment $1,275 + electric. Gated parking, laundry room, air conditioning, hardwood floors, near LIRR. NO BROKER FEE. www.gcbapts.com 516-742-1101. Available November 1st
GARDEN CITY
Brand new 4 rooms. 1 Bed, Office, walk in shower, wood floors, magnificent EIK, elevator, parking. $2,500
Five rooms. 2 Bed, DR, 2 full Baths, A/C, wood floors, parking. $3,100
New EIK, LR/DR combo, Walk in Shower, Doorman, elevator, Immed. $2,600
Garden City Properties
516-746-1563 516-313-8504
Real Estate For Rent
Apartment for rent
MINEOLA/EAST WILLIS-
TON AREA: Rooms and or suite, convenient to all. Range $900-$1300. Fax to Sheila 516-747-2689
PORT WASHINGTON: By owner. Beautiful, spacious three bedrooms, two European style baths, central air, living room, dining room, eat-in-kitchen, basement with storage, washer/ dryer, beautiful hard wood floors, off street parking for two cars, use of yard. Two year lease. Immediate. No smoking/ pets. No fee, one month security deposit. Call for information 516-382-0783
WILLISTON PARK: renovated, 1 bedroom, 2 bath on first floor of 2 family home. Eat in kitchen, new carpets throughout, finished basement with bonus room and with new washer and dryer, garage parking, backyard access, few blocks to LIRR, village area, nice quiet neighborhood! Includes all utilities. $2,000. Reference check required. Call Penny 1-917-848-9366
Homes for Rent
GARDEN CITY CHARMING CAPE
Western section, Seven rooms Four Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Near New Hyde Park Railroad. $3,800/month + utilities. Call 516-306-6621
Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Resort Services. 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com
Real Estate For Sale
Real Estate For Sale
Lots for Sale
FARM ESTATE LIQUIDA-
TION! 7 hilltop tracts from 6 to 30 acres from $19,90! Gorgeous views, streams, ponds, woods, fields! Quiet country setting! Financing available! 888-701-7509 NewYorkLandandlakes.com
GILBERTSVILLE, NY
47 acres, build your dream home. Pristine woods, creek, filed. Photos on request. Owner 607-263-5015
LENDER ORDERED FARM
SALE! 39 acres WAS $119,999, NOW $89,900! Catskill Mountains, stunning hilltop setting, less than 3 hrs NYC! Woods, awesome views, great deer hunting! EZ financing. 888-479-3394
SANDS POINT, NEW YORK: 5 acres, zoned residential, Middle Neck Road, Lot 278, Section 4, block B across from the Sands Point Golf Club at entrance to the Sands Point Preserve. Please contact Port Washington School District, 100 Campus Drive, Port Washington, NY 10050, Attn: Mary Callahan, District Clerk.
HOME CARE & HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES: We provide these services: Live in or out maids, companions, home care, housekeeping. Haya’s & Rona Agency. Haya office 516-482-4400. cell 516-298-9445. Rona office 516-441-5555 cell 516-316-0111. 25 Great Neck Road, Suite 3, Great Neck, NY 11021
Computers
COMPUTER REPAIR AND INSTRUCTION
Chaminade Graduate
Condo/Co-Op For Sale
LYNBROOK: MINT CO-OP
Just listed. Located in a prestigious building convenient to all. 4 1/2 rooms, 2 beds, 2 full baths, terrace, IGP. $259,990 All Cash Offers. Maffucci Real Estate 516-599-0707
Lots for Sale
CATSKILL MOUNTAIN
LAKE LOT! 2 hours NYC. 14 acres WAS $79,900, NOW $69,900! Beautiful lake, private gated community. Terms avail! 888-905-8847
Services
ARMIERI SPECIALTY CONTRACTING, INC.
High Quality Professional Services By Life Long Garden City Resident: Property Management
DEVLIN BUILDERS Since 1979. We do all types of improvements including HANDYMAN REPAIRS. No job too small. Bob Devlin 516-365-6685. Insured License H18C730000
LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628
SKY CLEAR WINDOW and Restorations Inc. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain/rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 32 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com
Painting & Paperhang
JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES
Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378
Call Phil at Aspect Networking 516-830-3366 OR email: support@aspectnetworking.c om
Home Improvements
AMBIANCE
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
*Handyman & Remodeling
*Kitchen Installations
*Furniture Assembly
*Finish Carpentry
*Minor Electrical & Plumbing
23year GC Resident
Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154
LADIES & GENTLEMEN RELAX & ENJOY Your Next Party! Catering and Experienced Professional Services for Assisting with Preparation, Serving and Clean Up Before, During and After Your Party Bartenders Available. Call Kate at 516-248-1545
Tutoring
CHEMISTRY TUTOR: Call Jonathan, Ivy League Ph.D. AP, SAT II, Regents. I also tutor Biology, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science. itutorchem@gmail.com or 516-669-0587
COLLEGE ESSAYS: Make your application stand above the rest. Call Jonathan. 516-669-0587 or ifixessays@gmail.com, an Ivy League PhD with proven Ivy League results.
CLASSIFIEDS
Services
Tutoring
ENGLISH TUTOR:
Diane Gottlieb M.Ed., M.S.W.
SAT/ACT, College Essays, AP, Regents, ELA Test Prep, Reading comprehension and writing proficiency. 917-599-8007 or email: dianegot@gmail.com L ongIslandEnglishTutor.com Providing one-on-one professional support to build confidence, knowledge and skills in every student.
MATH TUTOR
CERTIFIED MATH TEACHER will tutor all ages. Available all weekday evenings. Please call 516-205-5664
MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314
ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314
MATHEMATICS TUTOR:
Grades 5-12, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II/Trigonometry, Regents Prep. Knowledgeable about the Common Core. Certified Teacher.
Contact: Kathleen 516-426-8638 or kjomalley91@gmail.com
PERFECT APPLICATION: College Application Consultants. Dedicated professionals help your students maximize their chances for college admissions success. Todd Lewis, President. Sharon Janovic, Director. 1 Linden Place, Suite 410, Great Neck, NY 11021. PerfectCollegeApplication@gmail.com. 516-441-2468
SPANISH TUTOR: CERTIFIED High School Spanish Teacher. Experienced in all levels of Spanish: Middle School/ High School/College Level/AP Spanish/IB Spanish. Experienced with all levels of Chaminade curriculum and exams. Excellent references provided upon request. Phone 516-655-8194 or email: mmiller@emufsd.us
SPANISH TUTOR: Spanish Grammar-Literature, FLACS A -FLACS B, Exam Preparation/Comps. William Cullen, M.A., Spanish, S.D.A. Chaminade HS, Fairfield University Alumnus. 516 -509-8174. wdctutor06@aol.com. References furnished upon request.
Services
Instruction
PIANO LESSONS
By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free noobligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 w ww.iwantmypianolessons.co m
POPPA’S MUSIC: Back to School instrument rentals. 20% off with ad on already low priced school rental rates! Offer expires 9/30/16. Affordable, high quality rentals for all band and orchestra instruments. 168 Jericho Tpk, Mineola. Email: m usicdirector@poppasmusic.com 516-747-5107
Cleaning
CLEANING HOMEOFFICE:
Weekly, monthly since 1979. Insured/ bonded. Trusted/ reliable. Call Olympia Cleaning 516-883-0359
SPRING INTO ACTION
LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS
GARDEN CITY WINDOW CLEANING
Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner
Free Estimates
Inside & Out
Fully Insured
25 Years Experience 631-220-1851
516-764-5686
SPRING INTO ACTION
LET US CLEAN YOUR HOUSE WINDOWS
GARDEN CITY
WINDOW CLEANING
Home Window Cleaning Service by Owner
Free Estimates
Inside & Out
Fully Insured
25 Years Experience 631-220-1851 516-764-5686
STRONG ARM CLEANING:
Residential and commercial cleaning specialist, post construction clean ups, shipping and waxing floors, move ins and move outs. Free estimates. Bonded and insured. 516-538-1125 www.strongarmcleaningny.com
Services
1-866-WE JUNK IT: All phases of rubbish removal & demolition. Residential, commercial, construction sites, kitchens, bathrooms, clean-ups, attics, basements, floods, fires. All size dumpsters. Same day service. Fully insured. Bob Cat service. www.1866wejunkit.com 516-541-1557
Services
A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www.ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405
COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.co m www.CollegeArtsAdmissions.com
COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/ Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125
DECLUTTER & ORGANIZE YOUR HOME/OFFICE: Organize all aspects of your home or office. We stage. We pack & unpack. We sort, donate and toss. Free Consultation. Neat Freaks Lisa Marx & Randi Yerman. 516-319-2762. Email: neatfreaks1976@outlook.com
OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220
PSYCHOTHERAPY: Efrat Fridman, LCSW. Individual, couple and family therapy. effiefrid@gmail.com 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY 11568. 516-224-7670 or 225 West 35th Street, NY 10001 718-887-4400
Sports
PRIVATE LACROSSE TRAINING For Kids 1st through 5th grades. 1 child $40/ hr, 2 children $60/hr ($30/child), 3 children $75/hr ($25/child) Call 866-226-7481
GRANDPARENTS - Send in your grandchildren’s photos and enter our “World’s Most Beautiful Grandchildren”contest. Just send a photo and a brief description of the child (or children) along with your name and address to:Litmor Publications,Beautiful Grandchildren Contest,81 East Barclay St.,Hicksville N.Y.11801. We’ll do the rest!
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Last Hope’s Supermarket Bingo
It’s Supermarket Bingo time again! All proceeds benefit Last Hope’s rescue and rehabilitation efforts. Join Last Hope at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville on Friday, September 23rd. Doors open at 6PM, Bingo is from 7PM-10PM
Admission includes one set of bingo cards (set of 4 games) and coffee/cake at intermission. There will be Chinese Auctions, 50/50 and Lotto Tree. Bingo daubers, additional bingo cards, snacks and drinks will be available for sale separately.
Bingo events usually sell out, so be sure and register today using the Paypal link or flyer which can be found at http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/supermarket-bingo-fridayseptember-23rd/ All tickets must be purchased in advance. No walk-ins.
For more information, contact Terri Rizzi at montauk1219@yahoo.com or 631-222-6606
Last Hope Animal Rescue 35th Anniversary Celebration!
Please Support Last Hope Animal Rescue as it celebrates its anniversary on Thursday, October 27th at the Coral House from 6:00 – 10:00 PM.
The night will include a cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, DJ and of course Chinese Auctions, 50/50 and a Lotto Tree. Generous donations to be raffled off include a Disney vacation package with more coming in daily. It’s sure to be an exciting evening for all.
Coral House – 70 Milburn Avenue, Baldwin, NY11510
Ticket options include individual seats, table of 10 or table of 12.
To arrange for seating together with family and friends, please email Letty Canals at lettycanals@gmail.com.
To see ticket options and to pay via PayPal, please visit: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org/join-us-for-our-35th-anniversary-celebration/
SHOPPING FOR SUPPORT
Clipping pet item coupons for Last Hope is a great and easy way to give your support. Every coupon we receive helps to defray our costs, particularly for dog and cat food. They can either be dropped off at our adoption center at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh, or mailed to Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh 11793. Please share our need with your friends and family. Thank you! Visit http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org to read about Last Hope’s programs and to see the fabulous array of fantastic felines eagerly awaiting adoption into their forever homes!
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Community comes together for Hicksville homecoming
Hundreds of children, students, faculty, family members and community residents attended Hicksville High School’s annual homecoming event on Sept. 24. The fun-filled day began with the school’s traditional family fair in the morning, which was held across the backfield prior to the hometown Comets’ game against the Hempstead Tigers. The fair featured a variety of foods, games, a bouncy house, booths for various school and PTA clubs, and many other attractions amid a sea of Hicksville’s black and orange school colors. Faculty members reconnected with past and present students, and students of all ages reveled in the district’s slate of fun for everyone.
An hour before the big game, the Hicksville cheerleaders, the Starlets, the marching band and representatives from the Classes of 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 — carrying decorative “Disney” banners and props they had created
in accordance with this year’s theme — showed their school spirit during a parade that started around the perimeter of the fair and culminated on the track adjacent to the football field.
Prior to kickoff, the Comets were introduced to an enthusiastic home crowd that had filled the bleachers to capacity. At halftime, the Starlets and marching band took the field and showcased their talents to perfection. Katie Zimmerman and Keyshaun Bailey were crowned homecoming queen and king, and the seniors’ “Disney” setup was voted best-in-school.
The Comets played a great game filled with passion and energy, but eventually fell short to the Tigers. Although the Comets did not win, their efforts, along with the stellar performances of all students in the district’s performing arts and music programs, gave the community many reasons to smile.
Hicksville High School seniors with their victorious “Disney” banners and props.
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The Hicksville Comets in action against the Hempstead Tigers during homecoming.
Hicksville Comets made their entrance onto the field for their homecoming game.
Hicksville Middle School comm. members at homecoming before the football game. The Hicksville Starlets during their halftime performance during homecoming.
Katie Zimmerman and Keyshaun Bailey were crowned homecoming queen & king.
Photos courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY MARY ELLEN
SEELINGER, plaintiff, v. THOMAS SOSNOWSKI, et eno., defendants. Bernard H. Cohen, attorney for plaintiff, 20 East Sunrise Highway, Valley Stream, NY. PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE date May 3, 2016, I will sell at public auction on October 18, 2016 at 11:30 AM in the First Floor CCP Courtroom in the Supreme Court, Nassau County, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York as follows:
BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of the West Side of Meeting Lane and the South Side of Winter Lane being a plot with the following dimensions: 80 feet by 106 feet by 80.57 feet by 115.57 feet and known as 2 Meeting Lane, Hicksville, NY and as section 45, block 287, lot 24 on the Nassau County Tax Map. Mark Ricciardi, Referee M.I.T. 5458
4X9/16, 23, 30; 10/7
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP.,Pltf. vs. MARGAUX INTERNATIONAL, INC, et al, Defts. Index #16-000982.† Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale dated Aug. 3, 2016, I will sell at public auction in Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on Oct. 11, 2016 at 11:30 a.m., prem. k/a Section 46, Block 487, Lot 14. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
KATHLEEN WRIGHT, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY. #89279
SBL #: 49 - 203 - 52. Plaintiff designates NASSAU County as the place of trial; venue is based upon the county in which the mortgaged premises is situate.
SUPREME COURT OF THE
STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NASSAU REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., Plaintiff, -against-
UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF ROSEMARIE MUGNO A/K/A ROSEMARIE T. MUGNO, if living, and if dead, the respective heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignors, lienors, creditors and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise of any right, title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, and their respective husbands, wives or window, if any, and each and every person not specifically named who may be entitled to or claim to have any right, title or interest in the property described in the verified complaint; all of whom and whose names and places of residence unknown, and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained by the Plaintiff, ETAL, Defendants.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS:
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the attorneys for the Plaintiff within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME.
SPEAK TO AN AT-
LEGAL NOTICES
TORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY.
SENDING A PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION.
YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $697,500.00 and interest, recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau on July 16, 2010, in Liber M34985 Page Number 383, covering premises known as 35 Marbourne Road, Bethpage, N.Y. 11714 - SECTION 49; BLOCK 203; LOT 52.
The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. The Plaintiff also seeks a deficiency judgment against the Defendant and for any debt secured by said Mortgage which is not satisfied by the proceeds of the sale of said premises.
TO the Defendant(s) UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF ROSEMARIE MUGNO A/K/A ROSEMARIE T. MUGNO, the foregoing Supplemental Summons with Notice is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Julianne T. Capetola J.S.C. of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, dated August 1, 2016.
Dated: New Rochelle, NY August 22, 2016
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, P.C.
Sonia J. Baez, Esq.
Attorneys for Plaintiff 145 Huguenot Street, Suite 210 New Rochelle, New York 10801 p. 914-636-8900
HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT
YOU ARE IN DANGER OF
LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF.
SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE.
The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure.
In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process.
To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at 1-800-3423736 or visit the Department’s website at www.dfs.ny.gov.
FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS
Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services.
B.N. 7166
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Formation of HT&T PROPERTIES, LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) on 08/01/2016 Off. Loc.: NASS. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 441 CENTRAL AVE. BETHPAGE, NY 11714. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
B.N. 7169
6X 9/23,30,10/7,14,21,28
LEGAL NOTICE
The Viscardi Center, Henry Viscardi School & Abilities, Inc. (Owner) will receive sealed bids at their facility located at 201 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson, NY 11507 until Tuesday, October 11, 2016 11:00am for the renewal purchase of current Symantec Endpoint Protection support and maintenance contract for 700 users.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids received and to accept any bid which it deems to be most favorable to the interest of the Owner. No bid shall be withdrawn pending the decision of the Owner.
Bids may be sent via email, mailed or hand delivered to: Maureen Begina Purchasing Manager
The Viscardi Center 201 I.U. Willets Road Albertson, NY 11507 mbegina@viscardicenter.org 516-465-1558
MIT 5459 1X 9/30
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK –COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX# 2009/2016
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS AND NOTICE
Plaintiff designates NASSAU County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises are situated. NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, against ANNA LEONE if living, and if she be deceased, all heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants; and all heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid classes of persons if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff except as herein stated, GE MONEY; WORKERS COMPENSATION BOARD OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; OFFICE OF THE MEDICAL INSPECTOR GENERAL/HEALTH MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN. ON BEHALF OF NASSAU
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COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES; STATE OF NEW YORK; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; JOHN DOE (Said name being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants of premises being foreclosed herein, and any parties, corporations or entities, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the mortgaged premises.) Defendants. TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Amended Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete of this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); the United States of America, may appear or answer within 60 days of service thereof; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Supreme Court of the State of New York and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on 09/08/2016. This is an action to foreclose on a mortgage. ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Levittown, Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, (Section 45, Block 331, Lot 11), said premises known as 24 Rim Lane, Hicksville, NY 11801. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where you case is pending for further information on how
LEGAL NOTICES
to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF, NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Clarfield, Okon, Salomone, & Pincus, P.L. 425 RXR Plaza, 4th Floor, UNIONDALE, NY 11556
MIT 5460
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Formation of A.B. &H Realty, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 8/5/2016. Off. Loc.: Nassau. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 34 Barnum Ave., Plainview NY 11803. Purpose: Realty business.
MIT 5461
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LEGAL NOTICE
REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS
CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC. ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007AMC1, Plaintiff against DALJIT
S. SODHI, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on June 30, 2010. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction in the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York 11501 on the 1st Day of November, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York.
Premises known as 49 Seitz Drive, Bethpage, NY 11714. (SBL #: 49-196-22).
Approximate amount of lien $379,666.87 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
Index No. 17070/08. Christopher L. Grayson, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff
28 East Main Street, Suite 1700 Rochester, NY 14614-1990
Tel. 585/760-8218
Dated: September 7, 2016
B.N. 7171
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LEGAL NOTICE
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Index #: 9205/2014
Filed: JUN 10, 2016
Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated.
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU
Nationstar Mortgage LLC
d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company
Plaintiff, -against-
Jeffrey DeLuca, Nassau County Public Administrator, as Administrator for the estate of Sally Wallis, his/her respective heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Bruce Wallis, as heir to the estate of Sally Wallis, Judith Greifenstein, as heir to the estate of Sally Wa1lis, Unknown Heirs of Sally Wallis and any and all persons who are spouses, widows, grantees, mortgagees, lienors, heirs, devisees, distributees, or successors in interest of such of the above as maybe dead, and her spouses, heirs, devisees, distributees, and successors in interest, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, New York State Department of
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Taxation and Finance, United States of America, Defendants.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S):
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if-this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York; or within sixty (60) days if it is the United States of America. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken ·against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.
Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.
Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY
SERV1NG A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: Bay Shore, New York March 16, 2015
FRENKEL, LAMBERT, WEISS, WEISMAN & GORDON, LLP BY: Pamela Flink Attorneys for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100
Our File No.: 01-063511-F00 TO:
Public Administrator of Nassau County as Administrator to the estate of Sally Wallis 240 Old Country Road Mineola, NY 11501
Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC
Attorneys for Nassau County Public Administrator 254 Nassau Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
451 Seventh Street SW Washington, DC 20410
Bruce Wallis as Heir to the Estate of Sally Wallis 124 Haypath Road, Bethpage, NY 11714
Judith Greifenstein as Heir to the Estate of Sally Wallis 23 Halston Lane Coram, NY 11727
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
W.A. Harriman State Campus Bldg. 9 Albany, NY 12227
United States of America 271 Cadman Plaza Brooklyn, NY 11201 BN 7172
4X 9/30; 10/7, 14, 21
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