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Also on the calendar are the celebrations for America’s 250th birthday, which have already begun nationally.

We can expect this President’s Day to have more historical and patriotic events in the news, and hopefully we will see some locally too. Keep an eye out for announcements from the Chamber about local parades, history talks, or volunteer opportunities to mark this milestone in our community. We encourage everyone to participate and help make these commemorations meaningful for all ages.

We are sure that everyone is looking forward to seeing the upcoming March 1st Saint Patrick’s Day Parade organized by the community’s parade committee and all the various fire departments, participants marching, festive floats and pipe bands supporting the event. It’s a wonderful chance to come together as a community, celebrate a shared heritage, and create lasting memories with neighbors and friends.

Stay warm and safe as the season challenges us during this short month, we’ll see you around so stay Strong Bethpage as always.

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Are we done with winter yet? Let’s look forward to a month of more sunlight coming daily to help us cope with the winter blahs. As Valentine’s Day arrives, perhaps we can stay cozy with our dear friends and family while we enjoy entertaining thoughts for the potential of an early spring if the Groundhog has any influence on the season this time around. Take this opportunity to reconnect and share warmth, whether through a heartfelt note or a small act of kindness, as we patiently await the new season.

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Pick The Perfect Valentine’s Day Flowers Valentine’s Day is steeped in tradition.

Giving flowers is a popular tradition each February 14, and the National Retail Federation estimates that people spend around $2.6 billion on flowers for Valentine’s Day, when an estimated 250 million stems of flowers are sold globally. Valentine’s Day is the most lucrative day for florists, with the red rose the most popular flower given on this day for lovebirds.

Just because millions of roses are prepared in advance of Valentine’s Day sales doesn’t mean this is the type of flower that one has to choose for a bouquet or arrangement. A surprise bouquet can feature unique blooms.

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• Identify your loved one’s favorite colors and flowers. Understanding your partner’s floral preferences is the first step in choosing a Valentine’s Day arrangement. Some people love bright daffodils, while others like exotic lilies. Pay attention to these likes to select flowers that will delight your partner.

• Select fresh flowers. When buying flowers in person, make sure they

are fresh by gently feeling the part of the petal that meets the stem. If this part is firm, then the flower is fresh.

• Opt for neutral tones. If you’re unsure of which flowers to buy, stick with varietals in white and soft, neutral tones. Bright, high-contrast florals may come off as tacky unless you can guarantee that the person prefers them.

• Keep allergies in mind. Valentine’s Day should be about offering love, not a case of the sniffles. If the person in your life suffers from floral allergies, avoid certain blooms, like sunflowers, chrysanthemums and hyacinths, suggests Funny How Flowers Do That, a United Kingdom-based flower company.

Tulips, irises and hydrangea are less likely to cause an allergic reaction.

• Order early. Time is of the essence when getting flowers for Valentine’s Day. Florists may rush or have fewer flowers to work with as Valentine’s Day draws closer. Ordering well in advance means you’ll get your desired arrangement.

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New York State Park Police Open Applications For The New Year The New York State Park Police recently opened applications for park police officers for the state park system, which will be accepted until Feb. 18, 2026.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation requires candidates to be at least 20 years of age at the time of hire and must not have passed their 43rd birthday as of Oct. 1, 2026. Candidates are also required to have completed 60 college semester credit hours by June 30, 2026, or have relevant education and experience, including military service or municipal police training.

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From Classroom To Career: Bethpage Real Estate Course Opens Doors

At Bethpage High School, seniors have access to an extraordinary opportunity that bridges high school coursework and professional certification: Real Estate 101, a course that doesn’t just teach students about the industry – it prepares them to enter it.

What sets this course apart is the expertise behind it. Taught by three business teachers who are themselves licensed real estate agents, the class offers an authentic insider’s perspective.

Students gain practical knowledge about real estate law, financing, appraisals, ethics and valuations, with emphasis on residential and commercial property markets across the New York metropolitan area and Long Island.

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Through a partnership with Long Island University’s High School Scholars Program, students earn three transferable college credits at no cost. Most notably, successful Students in Bethpage High School’s Real Estate 101 class present housing listings to their classmates. Photo completion enables courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District qualifying students to sit for the New York State Real Estate Salesperson’s estate career immediately organized two cohorts, career. Whether students program provides valuable reflecting the appeal of pursue real estate or related foundational knowledge Licensing Examination at after high school. a course offering clear fields like business, finance and genuine career Due to strong student age 18 – meaning they can launch a professional real interest, the school has pathways to both college and or law, this innovative opportunities alongside

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The Chinese New Year is a unique celebration with a global footprint. While many of the more aweinspiring celebrations may occur within China, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to commemorate this unique event elsewhere. Celebrations can even take place at home, where individuals can whip up homemade Chinese fare to lend their festivities a more authentic feel. This Chinese New Year, those who want to bring this unique event into their homes can try the following recipe for “Deep-Fried Pork Wontons” courtesy of Lines+Angles.

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3. Heat about 4 inches oil in a deep pan until gently bubbling, then fry the wontons in batches for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels then serve on beds of the mixed leaves with the sweet and sour sauce alongside.

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Charles Campagne Elementary’s Four-Legged Friend Connects Students Across The Country Students at Charles Campagne Elementary School in Bethpage are singing the praises of their favorite support staff member. She has red hair, big brown eyes and a gentle, calming presence that students say helps regulate their emotions, lift their spirits and ease their worries when they need it most. This beloved staff member is Oakley, a threeyear-old red fox lab and CCS’s official therapy dog.

Oakley may not have a college degree, but she is certainly welltrained. She’s a certified therapy dog through the Alliance of Therapy Dogs and holds a reading certification – a specialized credential that recognizes canines trained to help children improve literacy, confidence and social skills.

Reading therapy dogs like Oakley create safe, nonjudgmental environments where struggling readers can practice aloud without fear of criticism. Through

the R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) program, where Oakley received her certification, children read with better expression and fluency while making the experience enjoyable. To earn certification, therapy dogs must pass rigorous health, temperament and obedience tests.

Oakley has been training for her role since she was just nine weeks old. She lives with CCS psychologist Ms. Maureen Conklin and assists her in sessions with students throughout the week, providing comfort and emotional support when children need it most.

Ms. Conklin and Oakley also offer push-in classroom lessons focused on socialemotional learning.

Oakley’s role in the CCS family has become so valued that students and staff wanted to connect with other school communities who share this unique bond. Ms. Conklin reached out to several schools

CCS students show off some of the letters they have written to their penpals (along with Oakley, center). Photo courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District across the country with resident therapy dogs, and CCS students launched a pen pal program to share stories about their fourlegged friends. Through

handwritten letters, students exchange details about their therapy dogs, how they enrich their school communities and personal tidbits about

themselves, fostering longdistance friendships one letter at a time.

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Ms. Conklin and CCS Principal Ms. Julianne Inghilterra plan to display a large map on the school walls featuring all the trading cards, marking the towns where each therapy dog lives and highlighting the communities CCS has connected with through this program.

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35 middle schoolers stepped up to the microphone in John F. Kennedy’s auditorium on Jan. 8, each ready to spell their way to victory in the school’s fourth annual spelling bee.

The competition – organized by teacher Brittny Hayes and emceed by Director of Literacy and English Language Arts Valerie Filbry – brought together the school’s

strongest spellers from grades six through eight, all competing for a shot at the regional championship and, potentially, a trip to the national bee in Washington, D.C. What started as a field of 35 quickly narrowed as words grew more challenging. By the final rounds, the competition came down to two spellers trading attempts back and forth. After 14 total rounds – several featuring

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Aditi will now represent JFK at the regional spelling bee, where she’ll compete against champions from across Long Island for the chance to advance to nationals. The entire Bethpage community is cheering her on.

35 middle schoolers stepped up to the microphone in JFK’s auditorium on Jan. 8, each ready to spell their way to victory in the school’s fourth annual spelling bee. Photo courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District

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Before the holiday break, students in Bethpage High School’s Architecture & Interior Design course put the finishing touches on ambitious scale model

projects – transforming drafted blueprints into three-dimensional foam core structures that brought their visions to life.

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whether architecture or interior design might be their calling before making costly commitments to college programs.

The energy in the classroom during the project work sessions was high, with students fully engaged in bringing their designs from concept to completion. Several students shared that the experience confirmed their interest in pursuing architecture in college, demonstrating how handson exploration can help clarify future career paths.

Through courses like Architecture & Interior Design, Bethpage High School provides students with opportunities to explore dynamic career fields while developing practical skills that will serve them whether they pursue architecture, interior design, or apply creative problem-solving abilities to other future endeavors.

Year Of The Fire Horse The Lunar New Year, commonly referred to as the Chinese New Year, highlights Chinese astronomical animals and elements. With 12 signs and five elements, certain combinations only arrive once every 60 years. In 2026, celebrants will recognize the Fire Horse with celebrations that begin on February 17.

Chinese astrology assigns a year with one of the 12 zodiac animals paired with one of the five elements: metal, wood, water, fire, or earth. As these elements complement and clash, it is believed they promote order, harmony and balance in the natural world.

The Chinese lunisolar calendar is based on a sexagenary (60-year) cycle of “ganzhi,” which means “stems and branches.” Although the last Year of the Horse was in 2014, that was a

Wood Horse. We haven’t seen a Fire Horse since 1966. The combination of fire and horse can bring about certain effects.

According to Sinocultural, the horse has earned a distinguished place in the Chinese Zodiac through legendary speed and unwavering endurance. Horses were indispensable in ancient Chinese society and representative of power, nobility and ambition.

China Highlights says Chinese astrology asserts that personality and luck are determined by both zodiac sign and 12-year cycle element. The fire

element provides warmth, enthusiasm, connection, and creativity.

For the Fire Horse, the element modifies the animal’s trait. Fire Horses are said to be strong-willed, proactive and lively. They can handle various problems simultaneously and they thrive on challenges, succeeding in the face of adversity. According to myNEWS, The Year of the Fire Horse is expected to be full of breakthroughs, rapid changes and innovations. People are encouraged to chase their dreams this year as many opportunities await.

A Fire Horse allegedly burns everything to rebuild, so the year could be tumultuous in the name of progress.

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The gymnasium at Charles Campagne Elementary School buzzed with competitive energy on Jan. 12 as fifth graders and their families went head-to-head in Hollyrock Entertainment’s “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?” event.

Students invited a “special person” – parents, grandparents or guardians – to join them for an afternoon of trivia questions and physical competitions. Participants split into red and blue teams, with teachers serving as enthusiastic team managers who occasionally joined the

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The fast-paced competition featured rounds testing knowledge across multiple subjects, along with physical challenges that got everyone moving.

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Students cheered loudly when Principal Julianne Inghilterra anchored her team during the tug-ofwar competition.

Hollyrock Entertainment, which organized the event, has specialized in educational entertainment since 1977. What began as a small DJ company has grown into a mobile TV game show business serving schools, camps and private events throughout the region.

The afternoon concluded with plenty of laughter and friendly rivalry. The event brought out everyone’s competitive spirit while highlighting the importance of teamwork and good sportsmanship – lessons that resonated with students and adults alike.

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and his colleagues on the Town Board recently recognized Korean American Day by honoring Pastor Sam, who oversees English Ministries at Arumdaun Presbyterian Church in Bethpage, for his spiritual leadership within our community and for his efforts to connect the Town with the proud history and rich culture of Korean Americans.

Supervisor Saladino stated, “We are proud to celebrate Korean American Day in the Town of Oyster Bay by honoring people like Pastor Sam, who personify KoreanAmerican values and culture. Throughout his tenure at Arumdaun Presbyterian Church, Pastor Sam has distinguished himself for his empathy, hard work, and spiritual leadership. Pastor Sam serves as an inspirational role model for all of us, and we appreciate his incredible work in our community.”

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Franchises That Have Never Won A Super Bowl More than 135 million people tuned in to watch the Kansas City Chiefs attempt to make history at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on February 9, 2025. Seeking their third straight Super Bowl title, a feat that had never been accomplished in the history of the National Football League, the Chiefs ultimately fell short, falling to the Philadelphia Eagles by a score of 40-22.

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Super Bowl Sunday is a cultural phenomenon.

Come the day of the big game, fans from all walks of life gather to enjoy food, friends and, of course, football. Game watch parties are arguably as anticipated as the game itself, and those hosting may look for ways to entertain guests prior to kickoff. Trivia can be a fun way to engage guests, and hosts can ask these questions and more to enjoy some lighthearted fun this Super Bowl Sunday.

1. Which team lost four consecutive Super

Bowls in the early 1990s?

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This Hall of Fame wide receiver, nicknamed “The Playmaker,” caught two touchdowns in an 18-second span in Super Bowl XXVII on January 31, 1993.

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Which of these Hall of Fame quarterbacks never won a Super Bowl?

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C. Joe Namath D. Drew Brees Answers: 1. C 2. D 3. True. Rookie sensation Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders came close in the 2024-25 season, but his team ultimately fell one game short of making the Super Bowl.

4. B 5. A 6. C 7. B 8. C

All-Time Records From The NFL’s Biggest Game Of The Year At one point during the second quarter of Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, a game that ended with the Eagles hoisting the Vince Lombardi Trophy for the second time since 2017, 138 million people were watching.

Such viewership is a testament to the popularity of the National Football League and its championship game, which has become a cultural phenomenon that attracts diehard fans, casual enthusiasts and even those who don’t know a first down from a facemask penalty. The chance to win the biggest game of the year in professional football has inspired many teams and athletes to produce recordbreaking performances.

As fans gather for this year’s big game, they can consider these records and see if any are broken this February.

• Most Super Bowl wins (player): 7, Tom Brady, New England Patriots (6) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1) • Most Super Bowl wins (head coach): 6, Bill Belichick, New England Patriots • Most Super Bowl losses (player): 5, Gale Gilbert, Buffalo Bills and San Diego Chargers; Cornelius Bennett, Buffalo Bills and Atlanta Falcons; and Glenn Parker, Buffalo Bills and New York Giants • Most Super Bowl losses (coach): 4, Don Shula, Baltimore Colts and Miami Dolphins; Bud Grant, Minnesota Vikings; Dan Reeves, Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons; and Marv Levy (Buffalo Bills) • Most passing touchdowns (single game): 6, Steve Young, Super Bowl XXIX,

January 29, 1995 • Most rushing touchdowns (single game): 3, Jalen Hurts, Super Bowl LVII, February 12, 2023, and Terrell Davis, Super Bowl XXXII, January 25, 1998 • Most receiving touchdowns (single game): 3, Jerry Rice (twice), San Francisco 49ers, Super Bowl XXIX, January 29, 1995, and Super Bowl XXIV, January 28, 1990 • Most sacks (in a single game, player): 4, L.C. Greenwood*, Pittsburgh Steelers, Super Bowl X, January 18, 1976 * Greenwood is not the official recordholder, as sacks did not become an official statistic until 1982.

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The JFK Masquers Guild (pictured here with Mr. Kober and director Ms. Rorke) is currently in rehearsals for their upcoming production of “Beetlejuice Jr.” a shortened version of the show Kober performed in on Broadway. Photos courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District

During this extended coaching session, Kober worked directly with students on selected scenes and musical numbers from the show.

The students were attentive and enthusiastic throughout the session, clearly thrilled Ms. Jacqueline Rorke (left), is directing the Masquers Guild production of “Beetlejuice.” to receive feedback and practical tips from someone with such intimate knowledge of the show they’re preparing to perform.

Pictured here with Mr. Kober (right).

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that I shall, commencing on February 17, 2026, sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on real estate herein-after described, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party-in-interest in such real estate shall pay to the County Treasurer by February 17, 2026 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges, against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 per cent per six month’s period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the February 17, 2026 lien sale, Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased.

Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/526/County-Treasurer

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Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person auction shall be held, same will commence on the 17th day of February, 2026 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer.

The liens are for arrears of School District taxes for the year 2024 2025 and/or County, Town, and Special District taxes for the year 2025. The following is a partial listing of the real estate located in school district number(s) 20, 21 in the Town of Oyster Bay only, upon which tax liens are to be sold, with a brief description of the same by reference to the County Land and Tax Map, the name of the owner or occupant as the same appears on the 2024/2025 tentative assessment roll, and the total amount of such unpaid taxes.

IMPORTANT THE NAMES OF OWNERS SHOWN ON THIS LIST MAY NOT NECESSARILY BE THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS OWNING THE PROPERTY AT THE TIME OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT. SUCH NAMES HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM THE 2024/2025 TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLLS AND MAY DIFFER FROM THE NAMES OF THE OWNERS AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. IT MAY ALSO BE THAT SUCH OWNERS ARE NOMINAL ONLY AND ANOTHER PERSON IS ACTUALLY THE BENEFICIAL OWNER. Town of Oyster Bay School: 20 Old Bethpage Name Parcel Group Lot BEECHWOOD PLAINVIEW GOLDEN AGE 47 E 0753A BEECHWOOD PLAINVIEW GOLDEN AGE 47 E 0754A WORTH JOSEPH

47 E 0762UCA03020 ZIMMERMAN DAVID & ZIMMERMAN LAU 47 E 0763UCA02960 BEECHWOOD PLAINVIEW OLD BETHPAG 47 E 0765A GIORDANO MICHAEL 47031 00190 BITIS MARIA TRUST

47032 00030 KHANNA RAM & SMITI 47067 00040 MARKS JONATHAN D & ALANA 47075 00340 DI PASQUALE FRANK & MARY 47085 00070 GUILLO ROGER TRUST 47087 00010 ILARDO MATTHEW & DINA 47100 00090 US BANK

Amount 2,007.41 125,195.57 1,864.72 1,023.32 4,148.16 634.77 9,070.39 4,211.81 31,557.81 19,185.10 2,672.49 20,871.72 8,481.96

47113 00180 WEINSTEIN IRINA

47131 00270 DIORIO DOMINICK

47140 00300 HERNANDEZ MARIO & JAQUELINE 47159 00030 Town of Oyster Bay School: 21 Bethpage Name Parcel Group Lot SANTOS DORIS JIMENEZ & 46 K 00890 LABOS REALTY GROUP LLC 46001 01630 LABOS REALTY CROUP LLC 46001 01640 ATWAL AMRITPAL SINGH 46005 00720 RODRIGUES TRUST 46025 00380 ROMERO CAROLINE R 46025 01250 LIGUORI ANTHONY & PHYLLIS 46025 04460 MARLENE ALBAN TRU 46034 00230

23-24 LANGE WALTER J & FINOCCHIO ROSE 46043 00320

32-33 MURRAY MARY

46078 00530 ABBLE AWNING CO INC 46103 01580 ABBLE AWNING CO INC 46103 01590 JOHAL GURDIP & SINGH JOHAL SAHI 46109 06200

620-622 LSP DEVELOPMENT LLC 46116 00740 BOYER ROBERT & REGINA CATHERINE 46153 00050 BILLING RONALD

46158 00480 CRAVOTTA VIRGINIA 46161 00070

7-8 YOSHIMOTO ENTERPRISE LLC 46162 00030

3-5,42 KC CONNOR REALTY LLC 46164 00430 RIEGER EVELYN A

46166 00360 VALENTE ANGELA

46172 03220 A D C FEMIA AUTO COLLISION INC 46191 00240

24-25 PORTELLI JEANETTE 46245 05420 GERMANN CHRISTINA 46246 04590

459-461 STRATFORD ROBERT & CHRISTINE 46322 01370 SCHNABEL DENNIS & ROSEMARIE 46324 03080 GEST FRANCES LIFE ESTATE 46339 00040 HUNT VINCENT E & BARBARA M LIFE 46419 00230 PALMER LARRY & DYANN 46463 0001B BIRNBACH WILLIAM & LORRAINE 46482 00080 BRUNO CHRISTOPHER 46484 00080 KENEALY JAMES BRADFORD 46491 00300 KENEALY JAMES BRADFORD 46491 00310 WEISS BRUCE

46493 00150 GILL HARNINDER KAUR & GILL SURJ 46525 00160 CORNISH ANGELA J LIFE ESTATE 46526 00080 FAIELLA GERALYN T & ROBERT

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7,662.83 20,770.11 9,432.06

Amount 311.02 38,080.11 36,155.92 3,741.11 18,278.18 5,925.91 19,123.04 14,758.83 13,792.05 7,077.10 3,260.51 3,260.51

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46538 00360 GRIMALDI LE R GRIMALDI ETAL, AN 46549 00020 SACKLOW ROBERT & HELEN 46559 00050 GOLDSTEIN ILENE TRUST 46598 00340 MOERLER LORRAINE 46599 00160 GRIMALDI ANGIE

46617 00120 LEKAS MALVINA H

46619 01300 119 BLOOMINGDALE LLC 46629 00420

42 CHEAN MAURICH WEE KIAT 47 D 01200 KHOKHAR MUHAMMAD IRFAN & KANWAL 47 D 01260 FINKELSTEIN VARDA 47043 00260 THOMAS ABRAHAM & ABRAHAM MERCY 47043 00300 PAPADOPOULOS MARIA & KANWAL NOSHEEN 47052 00210 KAUR LAKHWINDER 47053 00140 CHEN XIONG & LIANG YANXUAN 47063 00340 HISLOP EVELYN

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180-181 YOUNG NORMAN 49154 04090

409,411,413,415 BURKE PATRICIA M LIFE ESTATE 49293 00140

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17,942.70 3,182.20 3,196.38 3,625.07 3,116.05 6,493.48 4,780.93 3,452.22 6,536.37 6,364.15 3,584.49 7,763.30 3,004.30 700.67 2,350.04 12,719.23 19,382.61

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TERMS OF SALE

30,103.77

Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldier’s and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts.

3,391.61 9,550.09 9,565.14 2,868.06 14,952.07 19,582.03 7,469.77 6,344.13 7,091.16 10,564.22 12,874.78 11,773.05 5,458.53 2,540.79 10,941.91 14,612.30 20,995.28 2,894.53 1,776.91 1,958.33 8,190.02 13,414.46 19,909.44

However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased.

The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA), 12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et. seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) receivership.

The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed.

The rate of interest and penalty which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount from which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase be of no further effect.

Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale.

Furthermore, as to the bidding, 1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or

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2. The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates.

3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid.

4. If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made, in connection with, said bid shall be forfeited.

This list includes only tax liens on real estate located in Town of Oyster Bay. Such other tax liens on real estate are advertised as follows: Town of Hempstead Dist 1001

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City of Long Beach Dist 5028 LONG BEACH HERALD LONG BEACH TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEW YORK POST Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities.

Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office. Upon request, information can be made available in braille, large print, audio tape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516 571-2090 ext. 13715.

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Central Boulevard School Third Graders Journey To China a schoolwide assembly where students explored China’s vast geography, learned about the Great Wall and discovered the many inventions that originated in China – from paper to the compass.

After the assembly, students split into smaller groups to rotate through engaging workshops where they: • Practiced speaking, reading and writing simple words and phrases using Chinese characters • Learned the traditional ribbon dance, twirling colorful silk ribbons through the air • Discovered the ancient art of sericulture (the process of cultivating silk) • Listened to traditional Chinese instruments and explored the country’s rich musical heritage • Examined authentic artifacts while discussing China’s lasting impact on the world Ms. Shih and her partner show Central Boulevard School students authentic artifacts • Created their own colorful while discussing China’s lasting impact on the world. Photos courtesy of Bethpage Chinese paper lanterns to Union Free School District take home On Jan. 28, third graders at Central Boulevard School embarked on an extraordinary cultural journey – traveling thousands of miles to China without having to leave their school building!

The “Let’s Go to China”

program brought the world’s oldest continuous living civilization to life through an immersive, all-day experience led by award-winning singersongwriter Patricia Shih and her partner, a professional traditional

dancer and instructor from Fuzhou, China.

Dressed in authentic Chinese clothing, the duo transported students through music, dance, language, artifacts and hands-on activities.

The morning began with

Students also enjoyed a traditional Chinese lunch, adding to their cultural experience.

The day concluded with a lively celebration of Lunar New Year. Four students became musicians while four others experienced the thrill of performing as two Lion Dancers, with the entire group joining in the festivities.

The “Let’s Go to China”

program offered Central Boulevard third graders more than just facts about another country – it gave them the chance to step inside another culture, try new experiences and see the world through a different lens, all while building appreciation for the traditions and innovations that connect us across continents.

During another small group session students learned the traditional ribbon dance.

The Bethpage High School varsity girls cross-country team was recognized for its achievements this season, which include winning both county and conference championships and placing sixth in the state competition. Photos courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District

CCS’s students pose for a photo with Oakley following their presentation.

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The Bethpage Board of Education convened at Charles Campagne Elementary School on Jan. 20, opening the meeting with recognition of athletic excellence and an inspiring presentation on the school’s therapy dog program.

Superintendent David Schneider honored Bethpage High School’s varsity girls cross-country team for their outstanding achievements this season. The team captured both county and conference championships and placed sixth in the state competition. Beyond their athletic success, the team also earned scholar-athlete recognition, demonstrating excellence in both the classroom and on the course.

Head Coach Jim Ravener was recognized for his leadership after being named Nassau County and Long Island Coach of the Year. Each team member received a certificate in acknowledgment of their accomplishments.

Charles Campagne Elementary School Principal Julianne Inghilterra and school psychologist Maureen Conklin then presented an overview of the school’s therapy dog program, featuring Oakley, a fox red Labrador retriever born in 2022. Owned and trained by Conklin, Oakley is a certified therapy dog with READ certification and a Canine Good Citizen achievement.

The presentation highlighted numerous benefits the therapy dog provides to the school community, including: • Increased engagement with learning tasks • Support for literacy development • Reduced anxiety and improved emotional regulation • Enhanced attitudes toward reading and writing • Encouragement of a positive school climate • Development of empathy Oakley visits CCS one to two times per week, participating in classroom visits as well as small group and individual support sessions. Ms. Inghilterra and Ms. Conklin emphasized the careful and thoughtful approach taken to introduce Oakley to the school community.

One highlight of the therapy dog program has been the creation of a pen pal initiative connecting CCS students with other school communities that have therapy dogs. Students have been corresponding with peers and their therapy dogs across the United States, as well as in the United Kingdom.

This program has strengthened letter-writing skills, increased student engagement in writing, and encouraged pride and ownership in student work. The school has displayed a map in the hallway showing all pen pal locations, creating cross-curricular connections to geography and map skills.

Several CCS students spoke during the presentation, sharing personal testimonials about how Oakley’s presence has helped them. The public portion of the meeting concluded with enthusiastic applause and treats for Oakley, who attended the meeting, before the board entered executive session.

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