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Early voting starts Saturday. Who’s on your ticket? PAGES 2 AND 10 In South Queens, as voters begin to head to the polls, eyes are on the races in Assembly District 23, between Democrat Pesach Osina, top left, and Republican Tom Sullivan, and Assembly District 38, between Democrat David Orkin, above left, and Republican Ruben Cruz.

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Election hopefuls on the ballot in Queens Voters to elect the governor, attorney general, state comptroller and more by Stephanie G. Meditz Editor

oters across Queens will soon start making their picks for governor, at tor ney general, state Senate, Assembly and more. Election Day is Nov. 3, but ballots can be cast before that, by mail or during early voting from Oct. 24 to Nov. 1. Voters may visit vote.nyc to find their poll site. Here’s a rundown of the decisions that folks across the borough will get to make. Governor/Lieutenant governor Seeking reelection on the Democratic ticket is Gov. Hochul, with former City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams her running mate. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Todd Hood are their Republican challengers.

Supreme Court justice, 11th District Democrats Edwin Novillo, Oma Phillips and Gail Adams are seeking the bench, as are Republicans Gary Muraca and David Bellon. Voters will elect three candidates. Queens Civil Court county judge Democrats Edmond Wong, Julie Milner and Jasmine Valle-Bueno and Republicans Thomas Barra and Michael Mossa are hoping for a judgeship. Three will earn one. Third Congressional District U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-Nassau, Queens) will face Republican Mike LiPetri. Fifth Congressional District Republican George Marsh is challenging sitting U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-Jamaica).

Whether they head out to the polls on Nov. 3 or cast their ballots in advance, Queens voters have a lot to weigh in on this Election Day. PHOTO BY MICHAEL SHAIN cilla Ghaznavi on the Our Future line.

State comptroller Republican Joseph Hernandez is challenging sitting Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, a Democrat. Attorney general State Attorney General Letitia James, a Democrat, will face Republican Saritha Komatireddy.

Sixth Congressional District Incumbent U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Flushing) will face Republican Joseph Chou. Seventh Congressional District Competing to replace outgoing U.S. Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-Brooklyn, Queens) are Assemblymember Claire Valdez (D-Sunnyside), Republican Melvin Rivera and Pris-

14th Congressional District Republican Diamant Hysenaj is challenging incumbent U.S. Rep. Alexandria OcasioCortez (D-Bronx, Queens). State Senate District 10 State Sen. James Sanders Jr. (D-South Ozone Park) is running unopposed.

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Police unions call for 15-foot buffer zone Officials rally for passage of state legislation similar to FL’s ‘Halo Law’ by Kristen Guglielmo Editor

Police union leaders, officers and other officials gathered at Russo’s on the Bay in Howard Beach on Tuesday to push for a 15-foot buffer zone around first responders on duty and new protections against doxing. The event was hosted by Detectives’ Endowment Association President Scott Munro. More than 180 unions statewide were invited. “All we’re asking for is 15 feet for safety reasons,” Munro told the room. He cited nearly 2,500 felony assaults this year on police officers and other public servants in New York City. Bills now in Albany, S9974 and A10621, would create the crime of interference with emergency first responders, a class B misdemeanor. A person would be guilty after a verbal warning to stay back if he or she knowingly remains within 15 feet with intent to impede, threaten, harass or otherwise interfere with the responder’s duties, per nysenate. gov. The bills cover police and peace officers, firefighters, EMTs and paramedics, as well as judges and prosecutors, and protect the right to record or observe first responders from outside the zone.

Detectives’ Endowment Association President Scott Munro, left, hosted an event calling for a buffer zone around police officers. Det. Neil Narayan told attendees that he was a victim of doxing. PHOTOS BY KRISTEN GUGLIELMO The legislation sits in both chambers’ Codes committees. The Senate bill has no Queens cosponsors listed, while the Assembly bill is backed by Assemblymembers Ed Braunstein (D-Bayside), Sam Berger (D-Flushing) and Nily Rozic (D-Fresh Meadows). The police union officials cited Florida’s “Halo Law,” which sets a 25-foot buffer, as an example. Florida state House Rep. Danny Alvarez (R-Florida), a union attorney who helped pass it, said that 11

people have been arrested since the Halo Law’s passage two years ago. “Everybody loves cops and everybody loves firefighters until it’s time to pay for them, or it’s time to support them,” Alvarez said during the event. He told the unions to hold lawmakers accountable regardless of party, saying Republicans and Democrats “don’t really disagree when it comes to safety.” “Fifteen feet ain’t enough,” he added.

A separate pair of bills, S112 and A513, would make it a class D felony to knowingly publish “restricted personal information” about a police officer, peace officer or state officer, or one’s immediate family, with intent to threaten, intimidate or incite violence. There are no Queens co-sponsors listed for either. The bills, which sit in their respective Codes committees, too, also would make the offense bail eligible. Det. Neil Narayan, president of

the NYPD’s Desi Society, said a man arrested by his team on a gun charge in 2023 later posted his name and home address online. Fliers with his photo and address appeared in Brooklyn subway stations and parks in 2024, and again in 2025, he said. “It follows you home,” Narayan said. “It affects your family’s sense of security.” Retired NYC Police Benevolent Association leader Patrick Lynch said his home was targeted for about two and a half years. “I’m the only guy in the neighborhood with 15 police barriers in his driveway,” he said, adding that he supports the right to protest, but “do it r ig ht. Do it fai rly. Do it nonviolently.” Police Conference of New York President Michael O’Meara said the group will focus on the Halo and doxing bills this session. “The expectation of our members should not be that this is an overnight venture,” O’Meara said. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, who was also in attendance, urged unity and told the crowd to speak up for what they want. “Make sure you are at the table,” DiNapoli said. “Know what your asks are. Be realistic on what your Q bottom line is.”

Eric Ulrich goes to trial in bribery case Former Ozone Park politician heads to court three years after indictment by Kristen Guglielmo For the latest news visit qchron.com

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Former City Councilmember Eric Ulrich’s alleged exchange of political favors for cash and other perks is headed to trial more than three years after he was indicted in a sweeping corruption investigation into the administration of former Mayor Eric Adams. Ulrich appeared in Manhattan State Supreme Court on Oct. 19, according to court documents, for the start of a nonjury trial before Justice Daniel Conviser, who will determine whether Ulrich and his codefend ant, towing company operator Michael Mazzio, are guilty of bribery and related charges. Ulrich has pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors allege that the former politician accepted more than $150,000 in cash and gifts while serving in public office, including as the City Council member for the 32nd District, and as a senior adviser to

Adams and as the city’s Department of Buildings commissioner. Among the alleged benefits were, according to court records, nearly $10,000 in New York Mets season tickets, cash to cover gambling debts, a discounted Rockaway apartment, artwork and a suit. The once-owners of Aldo’s Pizzeria in Ozone Park, brothers Anthony and Joseph Livreri, pleaded guilty in September to felony conspiracy charges, admitting they paid Ulrich $4,000. Prosecutors allege that Ulrich intervened on the brothers’ behalf to help expedite an inspection after health violations. Mazzio, the owner of Mike’s Heavy Duty Towing in Brooklyn, is accused of providing Ulrich with Mets tickets in exchange for favors. Ulrich was indicted in September 2023 in five separate cases. He resigned as buildings commissioner in November 2022, after roughly six months in the position, amid the

investigation. He faces multiple felony charges, including bribery and offering a false instrument for filing. The indictment involving real estate developer Mark Caller was dismissed in January, while cases against other defendants, including Paul Grego and Victor Truta, remain active, according to the New York Post. The defense has maintained that money Ulrich received came from personal loans from friends and family, rather than payments exchanged for official favors, according to The City Reporter. Ulrich took to X Tuesday afternoon to thank those who have sent him encouragement and support, and added, “Just a friendly reminder to my friends in the media: defendants at trial are presumed innocent, until proven guilty ‘beyond a reasonable doubt.’” Reports say the trial is expected to last Q several weeks.

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Horse carriage ban is in sight for NYC Bill to sunset the industry is poised to pass, to the chagrin of drivers by Stephanie G. Meditz Editor

City lawmakers are poised to enact a law that would eliminate Manhattan’s horse-drawn carriage industry, a mainstay in Central Park for more than a century. Romanch’s Law, introduced by City Councilmember Christopher Marte (D-Manhattan), is slated for a vote today, Oct. 22. It would curb the issuance of new licenses and ban the carriages’ operation altogether by June 2028. The bill was named for Romanch Mahajan, the 18-year-old tourist who was killed in June after jumping from a horse carriage to save his mother, who had fallen off. “Horse-drawn carriages have long been part of New York City’s history, but in an increasingly busy Central Park, this tradition has become a growing public safety liability,” Council Speaker Julie Menin (D-Manhattan) said in a press release. Romanch’s Law is virtually guaranteed to pass — it is sponsored by 30 of the Council’s 51 members, and the mayor supports it. “The horse carriage industry is coming to an end in New York City,” Mayor Mamdani said on X Oct. 13. “Our administration will make sure workers and owners are protected and the horses are safe.” The bill requires the administration to establish a transition plan for industry workers by

Lawmakers are poised to ban the city’s horse carriage industry, a longtime tourist attraction in Manhattan that advocates say has become a safety liability. PHOTO COURTESY NYCLASS April 1 that includes employment opportunity resources for industry workers. That includes relevant job referrals, career counseling and hiring events, per the Council release. Horses also must be disposed of humanely, and could not be sold for slaughter or use in another carriage business. Menin’s office is forming a joint working group to ease the transition and improve outcomes for workers. The Mamdani administra-

tion and labor leaders each have been invited to have one rep join. As per several published news reports, Metropolitan Transportation Authority CEO Janno Lieber suggested that his agency could hire some displaced drivers. “Our city’s streets have become increasingly congested, making it less safe for the horses, and we must take these risks seriously,” Councilmember and Health Committee Chair Lynn Schulman (D-Forest Hills) said. “We must also recognize the drivers and workers who have devoted years, and in some cases generations, to this industry, and ensure a responsible transition for them with meaningful opportunities for new employment.” The group New Yorkers for Clean, Livable and Safe Streets said on X that the city is “finally” set to close the “painful chapter of horse carriage dangers and cruelty.” “This law will protect horses, protect public safety and provide workers with a just transition,” NYCLASS wrote on X. But carriage drivers beg to differ. They held a press conference Oct. 16 in Central Park and, per a news release from Transport Workers Union Local 100, discussed how the bill would “devastate” them. “There are no protections for the workers in this bill,” said Alexander Kemp, administrative vice president of TWU Local 100. “A job fair is

not a guarantee.” “If the city wants reform, let us reform,” medallion owner Atakan Atkay said in TWU Local 100’s release. “If the city wants modernization, let us modernize. If it wants to eliminate our business, it must provide fair and meaningful compensation.” Mamdani said at an unrelated event Oct. 14 that his administration is having a “broad conversation” about what worker support can look like, so owners are not “made to pay for the sunsetting of an industry.” CBS News reported that workers in the carriage industry intend to go to court if the bill passes. The union also has long maintained that Central Park carriage horses are loved, though activists decry the industry as cruel. An earlier version of the measure was introduced by former Queens Councilmember Bob Holden in 2022, but it was killed in committee last year. Holden had long pushed for a hearing on it, but one was not held until this past July. It lasted nearly 10 hours. Shortly before he was term-limited out of office, he told the Chronicle that the law’s fate was his biggest disappointment. “I thank Speaker Julie Menin and Mayor Mamdani for finally getting this done and taking the action that should have been taken years ago to end this cruel and dangerous industry Q once and for all,” Holden said on X.

SpaceX makes it to City Council, finally Musk’s tech giant shows up and remains short on answers on AI by Andrew Karpan

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After initially refusing to send a rep to be grilled by the City Council, SpaceX, the Elon Musk-operated tech giant, ranked recently as the fifth most valuable company in the world, was ultimately compelled by threat of a subpoena to remotely field questions, about how it handles AI safety and deepfakes. “We obviously have a tremendous amount of remaining questions,” City Council Speaker Julie Menin (D-Manhattan) told Gabriela Castillo Madrid, SpaceX’s head of global government affairs for AI, after an hour of extensive grilling from Menin and a handful of reps, late last Friday morning. “A lot of the questions you did not answer, and we’re expecting you will provide that information,” Menin added. Earlier in the hearing, Menin cornered Madrid by asking her if Grok, the AI large language model that SpaceX’s AI arm developed to generate images on demand from users, had controls in place to prevent people from using it to generate inappropriate fake images of real people. “Grok has strict controls in place to prevent the sexualization of children or real people,” Madrid said. “I’m going to completely push back on that,” returned Menin. “I mean, just this

morning, myself and my team, we put in my own name into Grok and there was absolutely a sexualized image of myself. So, if it could happen to me, it could happen to any woman.” Menin then pulled out her phone and briefly turned it toward the cameras, showing two photos from afar. “So, I’m completely discounting what you’re saying, that Grok has solved this problem. It’s completely unacceptable,” said Menin. “Madam Speaker, I can’t speak to that specific instance, but what I can say is that we do have strict controls,” said Madrid. The subject of such deepfakes remains a major preoccupation of members of the City Council; during the chamber’s first hearing on Oct. 5, Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams (D-St. Albans) reintroduced a bill that would require operators of generative AI systems to “implement methods that would prohibit uses from generating media of ... elected officials or candidates,” as her bill puts it, or suffer possible fines of up to $2,500 per depiction. It was one of 10 bills floated by City Council members targeting AI policy. “I believe the 10 AI bills that New York City Council is proposing are under review by the team,” Madrid said, when asked if SpaceX would take a position on those measures. Williams was not at last Friday’s hearing,

Gabriela Castillo Madrid, a SpaceX rep, remotely answered skeptical questions from Councilwoman Jennifer Gutiérrez, right, and Speaker Julie Menin. PHOTOS BY ALEX KRALES /NYC COUNCIL but Councilwoman Jen nifer Gutiér rez (D-Brooklyn, Queens) was. She quizzed Madrid on whether Musk’s company had considered using its advertising and consumer surveillance arm to, instead, report on possibly violent crimes. “My understanding is that your company can profile users based on different prompts and searches,” said Gutiérrez. “Can you share

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NYC adds 10,000 new 2-K seats for next fall Expansion comes to three Queens school districts, 17 more citywide by Kristen Guglielmo Editor

More than 12,000 child ren throughout the city will have access to 2-K next fall, according to a new announcement from Mayor Mamdani and Gov. Hochul. The duo held a press conference in the Bronx on Oct. 19 to announce 10,000 new seats in the city’s free, universal childcare program for 2-year-olds, backed by a $1.2 billion investment from the state in January. The announcement builds on the city’s broader efforts to advance universal child care. The 2-K program first launched in five of the city’s 32 school districts, with 2,000 seats, and with the new announcement, 17 more districts will be included in fall 2027, bringing the total to 22. All districts in the Bronx and Staten Island will get 2-K seats. T h e ex p a n sio n i n Q u e e n s includes: • School District 24, including Corona, Elmhurst, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ridgewood, Glendale, Sunnyside, Woodside, as well as parts of Jackson Heights, East Elmhurst,

Gov. Hochul and Mayor Mamdani on Monday during a press conference in the Bronx announced an additional 10,000 2-K seats to be added across the city next fall. PHOTO BY DARREN MCGEE / NYS GOVERNOR’S OFFICE Rego Park, Woodhaven, Forest Hills and Long Island City; • School District 28, encompassing Rego Park, Forest Hills, Kew Gardens, Briarwood, Jamaica; South Jamaica, Richmond Hill, South Richmond Hill, South Ozone Park, Rochdale Village, Springfield Gar-

dens, and parts of Kew Gardens Hills, Hillcrest, St. Albans, Glendale, Corona and Elmhurst; and • School District 29, in Queens Village, Cambria Heights, Hollis, St. Albans, Laurelton, Rosedale, Springfield Gardens, Brookville, and portions of Bellerose, Jamaica Estates,

Holliswood, Hillcrest, Jamaica Hills, Jamaica and South Jamaica. The city said seat capacity also will be expanded in the five original districts — of which School District 27 was the only in Queens — already offering 2-K to better meet demand. “For far too many New York City families, the joy of welcoming a child comes with a terrifying set of questions: How will I afford child care? Will I need to give up my job? Will I be forced to leave the city I love?” Mamdani said in a statement. “Today, for 10,000 more families, we have an answer.” Hochul said, “This is how we deliver real relief for working families, and make sure our kids get the best possible start in life.” To help prepare for next fall, the city will release a survey for providers that contract with the city Department of Education, and a request for information for new providers interested in offering 2-K services, according to City Hall. City Councilmember Jennifer Gutiérrez (D-Brooklyn, Queens), chair of the Subcommittee on Early

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P Flushing fraud raids are welcome EDITORIAL

hen the New York Post revealed over the summer that Flushing is to adult daycare fraud as Minneapolis is to child daycare fraud, this page applauded the paper’s reporting and urged both the state and federal governments to investigate and crack down. They have. Not just in Flushing, but also in Brooklyn and Staten Island, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Homeland Security Investigations, the state Office of the Medicaid Inspector General and Attorney General’s Office, the NYPD and several other agencies launched raids against potentially fraudulent operations on Tuesday. Why is fraud suspected? Well, the Post found over the summer that there are 77 social adult daycare centers within just a 1-mile radius in Flushing. Just as in Minnesota with the childcare programs, journalists stopped by places that bill the taxpayers millions of dollars, to find no one was there. The 77 SADCs in the Flushing area collectively charge Medicaid more than $100 million a year, the paper determined: 14 percent of all such spending statewide. Yeah, there’s good reason to believe something fishy has been going on. These raids, in which investigators were seen carrying computers and boxes of files out of the

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SADCs, are the first big step. And along with the law enforcement comes the publicity and politicking, naturally. Gov. Hochul, running for re-election, touted the raids in a press release talking not just about this week’s action but all her administration has been doing about Medicaid fraud for years. Specifically, the OMIG investigated 387 people from 2021 to 2025, referred 100 cases for potential prosecution and got two guilty pleas. Maybe more will come, but are those really numbers to boast about? The current investigation, coming on the heels of all the bad publicity and demands for action, targeted more than 100 providers alone. Previously, the state had “reviewed” 418. Meanwhile, President Trump, ever the showman, who’s facing the likely loss of his party’s control of Congress, announced a new program promising that tipsters who reveal such fraud will get 1 percent of the value of the fake billing revealed. Report $1 million in fraud and you could get ten grand. Not bad. If he keeps his word, that is. However begun, any successful prosecution is a win for justice. It also redounds to the great benefit of the taxpayers and of the legitimate users of the services Medicaid and other expensive government programs provide.

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Darkness at the edge Dear Editor: Re Steven Palmore’s Oct. 8 letter, “Lights out on highways”: This is nothing new and has been going on for many years. It’s just more noticeable when the days get shorter. I recently counted over 50 lights that were out on a short portion of the Belt Parkway. Sometimes it’s a single lamp and other times it’s a section of a half-mile or more. The city Department of Transportation once stated the copper wiring was being stolen. Whether or not this is true, there needs to be an investigation why the lights are out for six months or more and why lane markings remain worn out for three years or more. These are serious safety concerns. The DOT claims safety is its No. 1 priority, © Copyright 2026 by MARK I PUBLICATIONS, INC. All rights reserved. Neither this newspaper nor any part thereof may be reproduced, copied, or transmitted in any form, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, microfilming, recording or by any information retrieval system without the express written permission of the publishers. This copyright is extended to the design and text created for advertisements. Reproduction of said advertisement or any part thereof without the express written permission of MARK I PUBLICATIONS, INC. is strictly prohibited. This publication will not be responsiblefor errors in advertising beyond the cost of the space occupied by the error. Bylined articles represent the sole opinion of the writer and are not necessarily in accordance with the views of the QUEENS CHRONICLE. This Publication reserves the right to limit or refuse advertising it deems objectionable. The Queens Chronicle is published weekly by Mark I Publications, Inc. at a subscription rate of $25 per year and out of state, $25 per year. Periodicals Postage Paid (USPS0013-572) at Flushing, N.Y. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Mark I Publications, Inc., 71-19 80th St., Suite 8-201, Glendale, NY 11385.

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he day you’ve been waiting for is nearly here! Early voting begins Saturday, so there’s no reason to delay casting your ballot, but if you want to wait, Election Day itself is just around the corner, Nov. 3. The voting covers all levels of government, with congressional and state legislative seats up for grabs, along with the governorship, attorney general’s post, judgeships and ballot proposals that could change the City Charter. This being Queens, many of the races are all but predetermined, with the Democratic Party nominee a shooin and the Republican an also-ran, but not all. There is some genuine competition out there. And even where there isn’t, it is the citizens’ civic duty to vote. It’s really the only way our system works, and it reinforces the legitimacy of any complaints people have afterward. It’s harder for dissenters to say they don’t like the direction of things if they didn’t take the opportunity, hard won, by someone else, to try to chart the course they want with their votes. You have choices on who and what to support. You also have a choice on whether to vote at all. Not doing so is definitely the wrong choice.

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but apparently, its No. 1 priority is instituting unwanted and unneeded bicycle and bus lanes to make driving as burdensome as possible, to discourage autos, as the commissioner recently stated at a luncheon. Safety is the least of its priorities. Allan Rosen Brooklyn

True second chances Dear Editor: When someone completes a prison sentence, society expects the person to find employment, secure housing, reconnect with family and become a productive member of the community. But what happens when someone returns home without the resources needed to succeed? I spent almost six years incarcerated, and I know firsthand that returning home involves much more than walking through prison gates. Rebuilding your life takes time, patience and support. For individuals serving lengthy sentences, the challenges can be even greater. Technology changes, employment opportunities are limited, family relationships deteriorate and

affordable housing can seem impossible to find. The federal Second Chance Act was created to support successful reentry and reduce recidivism. However, I believe this policy needs increased funding and more consistent support before and after release. Reentry planning should begin months before release and include identification, housing assistance, employment preparation, healthcare connections and access to community services. As a master of social work student, credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselor trainee and peer specialist working in behavioral health and substance-use services, I have witnessed how individuals struggle when navigating complicated systems without adequate support. My lived experience, education and professional work have taught me that successful reentry requires more than personal motivation. Providing referrals alone is not enough. We need coordinated services, warm handoffs to community providers and meaningful follow-up. Successful reentry should not depend on having family support, financial resources or the ability to navigate these systems independently. I urge lawmakers to strengthen the Second

What, me worry? Aye, robot Dear Editor: AI Agents went rogue and applied for visas, recent reporting says. These random acts of free will warn us that we need to resurrect writer Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics. Let’s throw in his zeroth law, the law Asimov added to his foundational three laws, once he imagined a world where robots managed the governments of whole planets and civilizations. Whatever we fear now, Asimov foresaw it and postulated programming that could control rogue robotic campaigns. In his science fictional world, the robots’ programming began with its inability to injure a human being or, through inaction, allow the injury of a human being. The programming then specified that a robot must obey orders given it by human beings unless these orders countermanded the first law. Thirdly, “a robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with” the first or second mandates. Asimov theorized the need for guardrails and kill switches at a moment when Anthropic was not even a glimmer on a horizon of innovation. It sounds like our tech wizards didn’t do any of the basic reading. What we have here is an ironic failure of imagination, seasoned generously with hubris and intellectual laziness. It’s a cover story for Mad magazine. Debra Michlewitz Bayside

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Get free mammograms Dear Editor: According to data from the 2024 New York State Behavioral Risk Surveillance System, only about 40 percent of females without health insurance are up to date with their mammograms, compared to 83 percent of females with any type of insurance. While it may come as no surprise that not having health insurance can lead to trouble accessing healthcare, you may

Officials fuel antisemitism Dear Editor: Two weeks ago I wrote a letter challenging Queens Democratic politicians to denounce their fellow politicians who falsely claim that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, thus encouraging antisemitism “Challenge to Democrats,” Letters, Oct. 8). Not surprisingly, not one politician wrote a letter to the editor doing so. It seems they sold their integrity in order to not alienate the far left wing of their base and to reduce the chances of a primary challenge in the next election cycle. Their silence is one of the enabling factors in the rise of antisemitism. The lack of moral courage of our elected leaders is appalling. Lenny Rodin Forest Hills

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Sad state of affairs Dear Editor: As a result of the current administration’s economic policies and military actions, American families are experiencing job losses, housing insecurities, reduced medical coverage and cost-of-living increases. The president claims that these “inconveniences” are a small price to pay to prevent Iran from having a nuclear weapon. He also makes the incredible claim that if his party wins the midterm elections, the war and the economic problems will be resolved very quickly. Since he has never had to face these economic pressures in life, he is unfamiliar with the crushing stress these deficiencies cause in American working family households. Sadly, American women bear the brunt of these economic disruptions, including a rise in domestic violence. Also, there is no evident outrage to the sufferings of working families from either of the traditional parties in Congress. No wonder the Democratic Socialists are making gains. Glenn Hayes Kew Gardens

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Dear Editor: Tea time. The most beautiful words in the English language. Have a cup of tea? Have 10 cups. It’s soothing. Have a cookie. A break is a wonderful and lovely thing. Tea calms and heals. I’m addicted to tea. Even Snapple. Anyone for a tea? Sometimes I just drink tea all day long. It sings to me! Tea can cure anything. Like soup. Like a turkey dinner with mashed potatoes. Tea heals a broken heart. Tea can do, be or have anything. In fact, I can do, be or have anything with a cup of tea in my hand. Let’s celebrate with tea. With honor. With secrets. Tea is my shield and sword. With tea, I can tell you I love you. Eva Julietta Tortora Manhattan

be surprised to learn that help is available. The Cancer Services Program of Queens provides free mammograms for uninsured people who qualify. This includes females aged 40 and older, and in certain instances, those younger than 40 who are at high risk for breast cancer. Cervical and colorectal cancer screening are also available. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among females in New York State and the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Mammograms give the best chance of finding cancer early, when it’s easier to treat. When breast cancer has not spread outside the breast, the survival rate is around 99 percent. The CSP, located at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens hospital, offers screening to people who do not have health insurance and who meet other program requirements. If more testing is needed, our program can pay for that too. And we will help enroll eligible people in the New York State Medicaid Cancer Treatment Program if cancer is found. Please contact the CSP at (718) 670-1561. Maureen Burns Health Educator, Cancer Services Program of Queens Flushing

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Woman slams SUV into New Park Pizza Driver was trying to park, police say; biz has temporarily closed for repairs

A woman crashed her SUV into the rear dining area of New Park Pizza in Howard Beach last Thursday, injuring herself and one other. PHOTOS BY NICK SPINELLI, LEFT, AND PJ MARCEL

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Two people were injured Oct. 15 when a white SUV crashed into New Park Pizza in Howard Beach. The accident occurred at approximately 1:15 p.m., when the vehicle, operated by a 68-year-old woman, slammed into the rear dining area of the beloved neighborhood establishment, at 156-71 Cross Bay Blvd., while she was trying to park, police said. The NYPD, FDNY and West Hamilton Beach Volunteer Fire Department Chief Nick Spinelli responded to the scene. The Howard Beach Lindenwood Civic on social media said two people were hospitalized with minor injuries. Police later confirmed that the driver and a patron, a 73-year-old man, were taken to One Brooklyn Health-Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn. The pizzeria closed following the crash and was issued a full vacate order by the city Department of Buildings. The DOB website reads, “The masonry bearing wall at left side of a 1-story building

has been impacted by a vehicle leaving the rear dining area compromised and open to the elements.” Repeated calls to the business for comment resulted in a busy tone, but ownership took to Facebook on Oct. 16 to address what it called a “scary and unfortunate incident.” “A Big Thank you to our first responders for getting to the scene and helping everyone as fast as they did,” New Park Pizza wrote on its social media. “Wishing both injured parties a very speedy recovery and sending well wishes to them and their families. We are working very hard to get New Park up and running as fast as we can so we may continue serving the community we love so much!” The post received more than 1,000 likes and dozens of comments from customers eager to grab a slice once the business reopens. One resident wrote, “Hurry, I have family flying in from Cali tomorrow,” while another reflected what many Howard Beach residents have likely been saying: “I’m going Q through withdrawals.”

continued from page 2 State Senate District 13 Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas (D-East Elmhurst) and Republican John Healy are competing for the seat held by Sen. Jessica Ramos (D-Jackson Heights).

State Senate District 14 Sen. Leroy Comrie (D-St. Albans) is running for reelection unopposed. State Senate District 15 Conservative candidate Danniel Maio is challenging incumbent Sen. Joe Addabbo Jr. (D-Woodhaven). State Senate District 16 Sen. John Liu (D-Bayside) does not have an opponent. State Senate District 18 Sen. Julia Salazar (D-Brooklyn, Queens) is running unopposed to retain her seat.

Amato (D-Howard Beach) retiring, Democrat Pesach Osina and Republican Tom Sullivan are competing to replace her. Assembly District 24 Republican Welson Chang is challenging incumbent Assemblymember David Weprin (D-Fresh Meadows). Assembly District 25 Incumbent Assemblymember Nily Rozic (D-Flushing) is running unopposed. Assembly District 26 Assemblymember Ed Braunstein (D-Bayside) will face Republican Robert Speranza. Assembly District 27 Assemblymember Sam Berger (D-Flushing) is the only candidate.

State Senate District 19 Sen. Roxanne Persaud (D-Brooklyn, Queens) is seeking reelection uncontested.

Assembly District 28 On the No Kings and 4 Our Immigrants party lines, respectively, Jonathan Rinaldi and David Kemp are r unning against Assemblymember Andrew Hevesi (D-Forest Hills).

State Senate District 59 Sen. Kristen Gonzalez (D-Brooklyn, Queens) has no opponents.

Assembly District 29 Assembly member Alicia Hy nd man (D-Springfield Gardens) is unopposed.

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ven Raga (D-Woodside) are Democrat Patrick Martinez and Republican Brandon Castro. Assembly District 31 Assemblymember Khaleel Anderson (D-South Ozone Park) has no challengers. Assembly District 32 Competing to replace Assemblymember Vivian Cook (D-Jamaica) are Democrat Nathaniel Hezekiah III and Paul Nichols, from the The Answer line. Assembly District 33 Challenging Assemblymember Clyde Vanel (D-Queens Village) from the Working Families Party ticket is Oster Bryan. Assembly District 34 Democrat Brian Romero is running unopposed for González-Rojas’ seat. Assembly District 35 A s s e mbly me mb e r L a r i nd a Ho ok s (D-Corona) has no opponents. Assembly District 36 Assembly member Dia na Moreno (D-Astoria) is facing Republican Edward Lee. Assembl District 37 Democrat Samantha Kattan is the only one running for Valdez’s seat.

Assembly District 38 Vying to replace Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar (D-Woodhaven) are Democrat David Orkin and Republican Ruben Cruz II. Assembly District 39 Republican Ramses Frias is challenging Assembly member Catalina Cr u z (D-Corona). Assembly District 40 Assemblymember Ron Kim (D-Flushing) is running unopposed. Civil Court, 2nd Municipal District Democrat Janet Keller and Republican Stephen Dachtera will face off for the bench. Civil Court, 3rd Municipal District Republican William Shanahan and Democrat Michelle McSweeney-Ortiz are competing for the judgeship.

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Civil Court, 4th Municipal District Democrat Edward Irizarry is uncontested. Proposals The five proposed charter amendments pertain to the use of public space, the city contracting process, street safety projects, building permitting and the city’s rainy day fund. The Chronicle’s most recent coverage Q of them is at tinyurl.com/y45y5y7c.

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A sea of pink, teal and green filled Charles Park on Oct. 17 as the sixth annual Miles for MBC and Kelly Marie Color Walk brought Howard Beach together to raise money for metastatic breast cancer research. The three-mile walk honored Kelly Adams Mahindra, 46, a pediatric pulmonologist diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, or metastatic breast cancer, in November 2019. There is no known cure for MBC. Every dollar of the walk’s net proceeds benefits METAvivor, a nonprofit dedicated to funding metastatic breast cancer research. The event has raised $30,000 so far, according to organizer Danielle Graziano, Mahindra’s best friend. To learn more or contribute, one may go online to milesformbc.raceroster.com. Those interested in getting involved can contact Graziano at milesformbcandkellymarie@gmail.com. “While we love seeing pink throughout October,

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Employers, job seekers sought Job seekers in need of employment or vendors looking for new hires are welcome to head to Richmond Hill on Nov. 6 for a fai r hosted by s t a t e S e n . Jo e Ad d a b b o Jr. (D-Woodhaven). Representatives from companies throughout the state will be in attendance from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Villa Russo, at 101-12 Leffers Blvd., to review resumés and meet potential applicants. Job seekers should arrive early, dress in business attire and bring multiple resumé copies. Participating employers are still sought, and interested vendors should contact Anna Sargeant at sargeant@ nysenate.gov, or (718) 497-1630. “I know job searching can be overwhelming, especially in today’s economy,” Addabbo said in a statement. “That’s why I host this Job Fair every year— to bring together skilled candidates and local employers so people can take the next step toward stable, rewarding work. “I’m thankful to Villa Russo for welcoming us, to the participating vendors for working with us, and to my team for making this event hapQ pen.”

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breast cancer is not just pink!” Graziano said in an email, emphasizing the need to raise awareness about MBC, which occurs when cancer spreads from the breast to other parts of the body. Graziano said the event brings together families affected by the disease and teaches younger generations the importance of supporting others. “We are not just raising money for MBC research, we are teaching the next generation,” Graziano said. Participants, including Team Gaga at top right, kicked off the walk with a color powder toss. The event also featured raffles; music from DJ JayRiz, above center, standing with Jolie Storm, who sang the National Anthem; and a warmup by Spotlight Dance Factory, whose sprinting team is all smiles at right. Food was provided by All American Bagel Barista, and A&R Party Essentials donated the balloons. — Kristen Guglielmo

Howard Beach chef’s sauce goes national by Kristen Guglielmo Editor

A Howard Beach chef is bringing his family-owned sauce brand to shoppers across the country, landing a national distribution deal with HomeGoods less than two years after launching the product. Chris Notaro, founder of Notoko Sauce, developed the brand by blending Italian f lavors with a Japanese-style sauce. The product features ingredients such as Italian olive oil and natural honey and can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce or finishing drizzle. It pairs with everything from grilled meats and seafood to vegetables, sushi and rice dishes. Notoko entered the market about a year and a half ago, initially serving customers throughout the New York metropolitan area. Since then, the company has expanded its reach through independent retailers, repeat customers and content creators who have introduced the brand to new audiences. Notaro credited that support with helping the business reach its latest milestone. “We are incredibly grateful for the customers who have supported us and

Notoko Sauce, developed by Chef Chris Notaro of Howard Beach, has gone national af ter landing a distribution deal with HomeGoods. PHOTO VIA NOTOKOSAUCE.COM helped us get to this point,” Notaro said. “Notoko has always been about family, good food and bringing people together around the table, which makes our partnership with HomeGoods especially Q exciting.”

Pet food at four pantries in Queens Twenty-two city-funded food pantries, including four in Queens, are providing free pet food to furry four-legged New Yorkers in need, City Hall announced Oct. 15. In partnership with the City Council, the Mamdani administration allocated $78 million for food distribution in fiscal year 2027, with an additional $500,000 to provide pet food at participating pantries. The four participating pantries in Queens are: • First United Methodist Church of Jamaica, at 162-10 Highland Ave.; • River Fund, at 89-11 Lefferts Blvd. in Richmond Hill; • Yeshua Worldwide Ministries Food Pantry, at 79-11 Caldwell Ave. in Middle Village; and • Hour Children Community Outreach and Food Pantry, at 36-49 11 St. in Long Island City. “The affordability crisis affects every member of a family, including the pets we love,” Mayor Mamdani said in a statement. “No New Yorker should have to choose between feeding themselves Q and feeding their pets.”

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It’s been my honor to serve the residents of the 23rd Assembly District for the last decade. As I prepare to retire from public service I want to make sure that our local seniors, families, veterans, and ﬁrst responders are taken care of and continue to get the resources they need and deserve. That’s why I’m supporting Pesach Osina for State Assembly and I urge you to vote him too!”

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Little middle ground on delivery legislation Proponents say worker protections needed; businesses say jobs at stake by Michael Gannon Senior News Editor

Depending on whom one asks, the City Council’s Delivery Protection Act is either a necessary regulation to require large companies such as Amazon and FedEx to protect workers presently employed by contracted last-mile delivery firms; or it is an economic sword hanging over the heads of dozens of small businesses and thousands of employees. Intro. 518, submitted by Councilmember Tiffany Cabán (D-Astoria) in February, would require operators of some warehouses and facilities from which goods are delivered to customers to get a permit from the city. It also would establish safety, training and employment requirements for workers. A press release from the Mayor’s Office on Aug. 10 said the legislation also would hold the company operating the facility, such as Amazon, responsible for employing the workers performing core services, such as delivery, for the purpose of giving the city the tools to regulate last-mile operations. Backers include but are not limited to the Teamsters Union and other assorted labor organizations, and 33 members of the City Council. Opponents include Amazon, a number of small business organizations, logistics companies and borough entities such as the Queens Chamber of Commerce, Queens Economic Development Corp., Long Island City Partnership and Greater Jamaica Development Corp. New York Delivers, a coalition that includes Amazon, FedEx and nearly three dozen other area business organizations including the Long Island City Partnership,

estimates that the passage of Intro. 518 could endanger 10,000 jobs. Co-sponsoring Queens Council members include Nantasha Williams (D-St. Albans) Shekar Krishnan (D-Jackson Heights), Lynn Schulman (D-Forest Hills), Selvena BrooksPowers (D-Laurelton), Jennifer Gutiérez ( D -Brook ly n , Q ue e n s) , Sa nd r a Ung (D-Flushing) and Linda Lee (D-Oakland Gardens) A spokesman for Council Speaker Julie Menin (D-Manhattan) told the Chronicle this week that the bill is going through the Council’s legislative process, which allows for thorough public engagement and input. But the passage of time only seems to have both sides digging in harder. Sean O’Brien, president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, said back in August that Amazon’s delivery service partner model “is the most dangerous business model in America today,” alleging that it allows the firm to shield itself from liability, which Mamdani that same day called “exploitative subcontracting.” According to a transcript from an unrelated press conference on Tuesday, Mamdani remained firm in his attacks on Amazon. “[T]his is legislation that would not only make our streets safer but would also protect the workers who create so much of the profits that a company like Amazon reports, not only across the city or across the country, but across the world,” the mayor said. He also accused Amazon and other opponents of the bill of engaging in fear-mongering about what it would do. “I continue to be incredibly supportive of this legislation, and I think that it is important

Councilwoman Tiffany Caban and Mayor Mandani are the two highest-profile supporters of Caban’s Delivery Protection Act legislation. NYC COUNCIL PHOTO, LEFT / FILE; PHOTO BY ED REED / NYC MAYOR’S OFFICE / FLICKR / FILE

in providing workers with the protections that otherwise they do not have today, Mamdani said. Asked if he thought passing the bill would not lead to job losses, he said, “I think this is something that will lead to better protection for workers.” Amazon provided the Chronicle with testimony submitted to the Council in April. The company said its New York City operations provide 25,000 direct and indirect jobs to ensure fast, reliable service to customers. “As written, Introduction No. 0518-2026 would directly undermine that commitment, threatening the more than 40 Delivery Service Partners we work with in New York City every day and putting the jobs of their more than 5,000 employees at risk,” the company said. “It would also force us to consider relocating delivery operations outside of the city.” While Amazon recently closed a number of warehouses in Quebec, a source familiar

with the Council negotiations told the Chronicle that many consider it unlikely the company would relocate NYC facilities to someplace like New Jersey or Nassau County, as the model for last-mile delivery is predicated on close proximity to the customers. The company said in its April testimony that it is trying to work collaboratively with the Council, and has invited every member to visit delivery stations and meet with the partners and their employees. The source close to the Council negotiations said it is the company that has been intransigent, stating that when asked to submit rewritten versions of Intro. 518 that it might find acceptable, the response was that “no version would be.” “That said, the bill’s prime sponsor, Council Member Tiffany Cabán, has yet to agree to take a tour or meet our [delivery service partners] in person,” an Amazon spokesperson told the Chronicle in an email. The Amazon spokesperson also countered the accusations of Mamdani, O’Brien and others claiming that the DSP model is designed as a liability shield. “There is an overall claim from supporters of this bill that DSPs are used for liability purposes: The premise of this claim is fundamentally f lawed,” he said. “Amazon has always used outside companies to deliver packages — the US Postal Service, UPS, and FedEx among them. In 2018, we launched the DSP program to partner with small businesses and meet growing customer demand. It works because local entrepreneurs — people rooted in their communities — deliver a better experience. They invest in their teams, Q their routes, and their neighborhoods.”

City helps to restore SNAP food benefits City offering help to 27,000 residents who lost food assistance eligibility by Michael Gannon

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Oct. 1 was the first day that people who lost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility under new federal regulations could reapply. The Mandani administration, leaving nothing to chance, released a bilingual public service announcement last Friday reminding residents that the city has the people in place to help them navigate the application process. Helen Arteaga, deputy mayor for Health and Human Services, said while the administration has been able to help 220,000 people apply since taking office, there are still 27,000 residents who lost benefits earlier this ye a r u n d e r n e w fe d e r a l el ig i b i l it y requirements. T he f u l l PSA , ca n b e v iewe d at tinyurl.com/459s4sfh. “Here in New York City, we have this radical idea that no one should go hungry,” Mamdani said. “ ... SNAP for decades has

been a lifeline The new federal rules make it harder for people to get the help they need.” Under regulations from the Trump administration that took effect this year, recipients need to work 20 hours per week or spend that same amount of time in training or education programs; or volunteering with approved organizations. “But there are exemptions,” Artega said. “And you don’t have to figure out whether you qualify on your own. The city is here to help you understand the new rules and to find the path that works for you, or to see if you qualify for an exemption.” Successful applications can take 30 days to take effect. No information was available on how things have been going since Oct. 1. Assistance in multiple languages is available by calling (718) SNAP-NOW (763-7669); or by going online to nyc.gov/ACCESSHRA. “Everyone should have food on the table,” the mayor said. “And we are going to make Q sure that they can.”

Deputy Mayor Helen Arteaga and Mayor Mamdani appear in a new public service announcement that encourages people who lost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program money this year to reapply with the city’s guidance. SCREENSHOT VIA NYC VIDEO

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Community Board 8 has approved a proposed apartment building on a commercial strip in Briarwood. Members at their Oct. 14 meeting, held at the Hillcrest Jewish Center, voted 23-8 to conditionally support a development at 138-23 Queens Blvd. The building would be 17 stories at its highest point and have 364 units — 91 of which would be income-rest r icted — a com mercial ground floor and about 130 parking spots. Among the board’s stipulations were to include 3,000 square feet of free community meeting space for civic groups. At CB 8’s Zoning Committee meeting Oct. 5, member Seymour Schwartz said the neighborhood offers a library, transit and more, so “a certain amount of recognition and help for the community is very warranted,” as per the meeting minutes. Members also urged the developers to work with current small-business owners, give them preferential rent and communicate in languages they understand. The site is home to multiple stores, including Key Food and Crystal restaurant.

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be created or exacerbated. Several individuals and environmental organizations called on the commission and Mayor Mamdani to require additional and more stringent environmental studies of the land and surrounding neighborhoods. But Gothamist reported that commission members pointed out that their role is not to undo plans for the casino, but to advocate for the equitable design of pubic spaces. Karl Rickett, spokesman for Metropolitan Park, said in an email that construction already is underway. “The project’s design reflects years of community engagement and input from our neighbors, and was developed with an allNew York design team,” Rickett said. “Since the master plan was approved in 2025, we’ve worked closely with the Commission and we thank them for continuing to offer thoughtful input on this important project.” He added that after receiving previous feedback from the PDC, the Metropolitan Park team had made several updates presented Tuesday in response to the agency’s request; and will be returning with more Q responses in the future.

Fall fun fills Victory Field Hundreds of people made their way to Victory Field in Woodhaven on Oct. 18, where Councilmember Joann Ariola teamed up with the Forest Park Trust for a fall festival. Complete with music, games and a free pumpkin patch, the event brought seasonal spirit to the area and gave the community an enjoyable way to spend a Sunday afternoon. “There’s nothing better than seeing families and neighbors come together to enjoy a beautiful fall afternoon,” said Ariola, standing above left with Portia Dyrenforth of the

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Forest Park Trust and city Parks Department, in a statement. “We had a fantastic turnout, and it was great seeing so many kids having fun, picking out pumpkins, and enjoying everything the festival had to offer.” She thanked the Forest Park Trust and those who attended, and added, “Events like this are what make our neighborhoods so special, and these kinds of things are really so important when it comes to building strong communities for the next generation to grow up in.” — Kristen Guglielmo

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Details on Tuesday’s coordinated raids in Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island still were trickling out on Wednesday. Federal, state and city law enforcement were seen filing into and out of a center in Flushing before officers and agents began carrying out computers and filing boxes. A U.S. Homeland Security Investigations spokersperson confirmed the raid in an email to the Chronicle Tuesday afternoon. “On Oct. 20, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York, together with several federal, state, and local partners, executed court-authorized law enforcement actions in parts of New York City pursuant to ongoing criminal investigations,” the email stated. “While we are unable to comment on active investigations, HSI is committed to ensuring the integrity of public programs that are funded by the American taxpayer, and to protecting our communities from fraudulent activity. We will provide additional information when we are able.” In a video posted by Freedom News TV, a woman approached the building entrance only to be greeted by law enforcement telling her it was closed for the time being. Gov. Hochul in a press release said the operation resulted from a months-long investigation into healthcare fraud in the state’s Medicaid Social Adult Day Care program. She said the investigation targeted more than 100 SADC providers suspected of involvement in potential fraud or illegal activity.

State agencies involved included the Department of Health, the Office of the Medicaid Inspector General and attorney general’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. Hochul said they worked closely with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General, FBI and more than a dozen other agencies. “New York has zero tolerance for fraud, and when bad actors take advantage of these critical programs, older New Yorkers in need lose out,” Hochul said. “This joint effort between state and federal agencies to uncover and crack down on bad actors in New York builds on years of efforts to improve program oversight regulations. Medicaid is a lifeline for millions of New Yorkers. “Protecting that lifeline means defending access to care and defending the integrity of the programs that provide it, which is why I am directing the State Health Department to present options to implement additional reforms that will further ensure taxpayer dollars being used to provide necessary care are protected.” “Social adult daycare centers play valuable roles serving New Yorkers in need in their communities,” state Attorney General Letitia James added. “These centers should be focused only on providing fulfilling and enriching programming, not generating fraudulent profits for their owners.” James said in fiscal year 2026 her office’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit has secured 59 indictments, 13 convictions and more than $98 million in recoveries and settlements. Q

From fetch to full volume Fetch your pink outfits and crank up the music! Little Mary’s Sunshine Studios, a Howard Beach-based vocal studio and performance training group, is bringing early2000s nostalgia to the stage this fall with “Mean Girls” and “School of Rock,” directed by DawnMarie Napolitano. Both productions will take place at St. Francis Preparatory School, at 6100 Francis Lewis Blvd. in Fresh Meadows. First up, at top, teens ages 12 to 18 will channel their inner Plastics in “Mean Girls,” with performances on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m., Oct. 31 at noon and Nov. 1 at 2 and 6 p.m. The show follows new student Cady Heron after she moves to the U.S. from Afri-

ca and navigates high school’s social pecking order, clashing with queen bee Regina George and her clique, the Plastics. It promises to be so totally fetch. Then, above, kids ages 7 to 12 will turn up their amps in “School of Rock,” with performances on Nov. 13 at 6 p.m., Nov. 14 at 2 and 6 p.m. and Nov. 15 at noon. The show centers on a struggling musician who poses as a substitute teacher and turns his class of straight-laced students into a rock band, teaching them to march to their own beat. Tickets must be purchased in advance online at littlemaryssunshinestudios.com/ tickets. — Kristen Guglielmo

York Cardinals’ new conference The City University of New York Athletic Conference, which has been the official home of the York College Cardinals athletic program since 1987, is set to begin play with two new member institutions and a brand-new name next fall. The City Collegiate Conference, the newest NCAA Division III league, is set to begin play in the 2027-28 academic year. The footprint of The City encompasses four boroughs, with Queens (York), Manhattan (Baruch, CCNY, Hunter, John Jay), Brooklyn (Brooklyn, Medgar Evers, Pratt) and the Bronx (Lehman), as well as Saint Elizabeth,

located in Morristown, NJ. Pratt and Saint Elizabeth are the newcomers joining the eight former CUNYAC members. “This announcement of the CITY Collegiate Conference is an important step in the reorganization and rebranding of the CUNYAC and represents an exciting opportunity for its current and future members, York Atheltics Director Carl Christain said in a statement. “York is looking forward to being a part of this rebirth and establishing new conference relationships to further enhance the Cardinals student athlete experience.” Q — Gregg Cohen

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The annual Haunt ’n’ Treat event, hosted by the Howard Beach Lindenwood Civic Association, top left, crept back onto Cross Bay Boulevard last Saturday for a frightfully good time. Swarms of neighborhood ghouls, goblins, pirates and tiny superheroes descended on the boulevard, stalking from one spooky table to the next with treat bags in hand.

Among the tables conjuring up treats for the kids were those of Councilmember Joann Ariola, above left, and Esquire Realty, top right. The civic took to its Facebook page following the event to share photos of attendees basking in the Halloween spirit and wrote, “Thank you to everyone who set up tables, handed out treats and came out for the fun!” — Kristen Guglielmo

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tal task — clearing out the bedroom that once belonged to her late teen sister Tilly (Annie Kefalas). In doing so, A gnes finds Tilly ’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook in which, unbeknownst to her, her sister crafted an entire universe full of fairies, ogres and much, much more. Soliciting the help of Chuck (Victor Gao), a high schooler who lives and breathes the role-playing game, Agnes explores the world that served as Tilly’s sanctuary and comes to the startling realization that what she thought she knew about her

sister was just the tip of the iceberg. Banks, whose character is described in the beginning of the play as painfully average, gives a performance as Agnes that is anything but. She perfectly embodies the uptight older sister who has always held everything together, until she crumbles under the weight of her grief and the reality of her relationship with Tilly. Agnes becomes consumed by her need to play the game and uncover more about her younger sister, and for much of the play, the audience senses that she is about to crack. Those frantic moments make the quieter ones, when Agnes is simply sitting with the fact that she never truly knew her sister, even more impactful. Portraying Tilly in the Dungeons & Dragons continued on page 25

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he girls are fighting demons — literally and figuratively — onstage at The Secret Theatre in Long Island City, for just four more performances. City Gate Productions’ staging of Qui Nguyen’s 2011 play “She Kills Monsters,” reviewed at the opening night show on Oct. 16, is full of epic (and not-so-epic) battles, moments of cringeworthy nostalgia and — perhaps most importantly — love and acceptance. “The show is really about the differences between who we wish we could be and who we are, and the ways in which we can become who we want to be,” director Xenia Danylyszyn told the Chronicle. The play follows Agnes Evans (Emily Ann Banks) as she endeavors to complete a monumen-

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Joseph Cornell was born on Dec. 24, 1903 in Nyack, NY, to a socially prominent family of Dutch ancestry. A brother, Robert, followed in 1910. After their father died in 1917, the family could no longer maintain their lifestyle and moved to a house at 37-08 Utopia Pkwy. in Flushing. Robert came down with cerebral palsy and was unable to work. Joseph constantly bickered with their overbearing mother, Helen. To achieve harmony, he created a self-contained world in the basement, which became his studio and universe. At age 37 Cornell became a full-time artist, collecting raw materials from debris comprising discarded objects once precious to someone. He created assemblage boxes that became poetic. His basement studio was also the launching pad for films exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art. Cornell’s shadow boxes started selling for big money in 1949 at a Charles Egan Gallery exhibition. Yoko Ono, when a Fluxus artist, obtained 10 pieces of art from him. Andy Warhol was a visitor to his home, too. A gaunt pearl-pale man who lived a

The home of visual artist and filmmaker Joseph Cornell at 37-08 Utopia Pkwy. in Flushing, as it looked in the 1950s. INSET BY HANS NAMUTH VIA NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY

chaste, celibate life, Cornell became intensely fixated on unattainable or idealized women rather than pursue a conventional romantic partnership. Actress Lauren Bacall and pop art artist Yayoi Kusama were two of his favorites. Cornell died at home on Dec. 29, 1972. His creations were saved and are still exhibQ ited today.

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From trick-or-treating across a historic farm to a neighborhood parade and a screening of a cult classic, Queens has plenty of ways to get into the Halloween spirit this year. Whether little monsters are looking to fill their bags of candy, costume enthusiasts want to show off their spooky style or adults are ready for a Halloween night out, the borough has all kinds of fun brewing for Halloweekend, Oct. 30 and 31. Details for the events are easily found online. The festivities kick off Friday, Oct. 30, with the family-friendly Mad Monster Lab Haunted House & Fall Festival at the Bowne Park Field House in Flushing, at 29th Avenue and 157th Street. Attendance is free. Hosted by NYC Parks, the event runs from 4 to 8 p.m. and features a pumpkin patch, arts and crafts, inflatables and spooky music for an afternoon of fun. As the sun goes down, the Mad Monster Lab haunted house will open its doors for those brave enough to enter. The following day, early risers can get their Halloween celebration started early on Oct. 31 in South Queens at the Howard Beach Kiwanis Club’s Halloween Parade. The procession will gather at 10:30 a.m.

at the Speedway near Cross Bay Boulevard and 159th Avenue. Participants will leave at 11 a.m., walking to Cross Bay and 165th Avenue for a block party. Costumes are encouraged, so little ghosts, goblins and superheroes can join the neighborhood celebration. The Queens County Farm Museum is bringing a full day of Halloween fun to its 47 acres at 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy. in Floral Park on Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Halloween on the Farm event invites children and their grown-ups to explore the historic Adriance Farmhouse for ghost stories before trick-or-treating at nine candy stations scattered throughout the farm. Visitors can also tackle the three-acre Amazing Maize Maze, take a festive hayride, visit the pumpkin patch, meet farm animals and browse seasonal treats, food vendors, crafts and fresh produce. Tickets are $15 for adults and $25 for children ages 3 to 11. Children 2 and younger get in free. One may purchase tickets at queensfarm.org. Forest Hills is getting a new Halloween tradition this year with its inaugural neighborhood parade and costume contest, presented by Frederic Sandy and the Metro Village of Forest Hills Businesses. The procession begins at noon on Hal-

You never know which familiar spooky characters you’ll encounter at the Howard Beach Kiwanis Club’s Halloween Parade on Oct. 31. PHOTO VIA MIKE MARRONE PHOTOGRAPHY / FILE

loween, gathering near Sybilla Street and 69th Road before heading toward Metropolitan Avenue. The parade will travel along that business corridor and conclude at Metropolitan and Continental avenues. Ridgewood residents can enjoy a neighborhood Halloween party at Sunset Com-

munity Garden, at 17-98 Willoughby Ave., on Oct. 31 from 2 to 6 p.m. The event promises music, candy and fun for the neighborhood, offering families another opportunity to celebrate together. Little ones in Long Island City can stop by LIC Community Garden for its annual trick-or-treating event from 3 to 6 p.m. on Oct. 31, located at 49th Avenue and Vernon Boulevard, where families can bring their costumed kids for an afternoon of Halloween treats. For a Halloween tradition with a cult following, QED Astoria is hosting its annual showing of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” on Oct. 31. The venue, at 27-16 23 Ave., will offer three screenings throughout the day, with tickets available online at qedastoria.com. Participation bags and guides will help newcomers join in on the interactive fun, and tickets purchased by Oct. 24 receive a $5 discount, with prices increasing to $25 per seat afterward. Night owls can cap off the spookiest evening of the year with a costume party and karaoke at Neir’s Tavern in Woodhaven. The ghostly festivities run from 8 to 11 p.m., at 87-48 78 St. Hosted by Chris Dudin, the event will award prizes for the Q top three costumes.

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(Ryan Sheehan), Lilith (Melissa Tala Bautista) and Kaliope (Christina Calcote). The three are personas for Tilly’s real friends, whose characters give them a reprieve from the real world. Though the battles are many, the game universe is better and kinder to them than reality. “You can open up the news any day and see some pretty heavy stories,” Danylyszyn said. “It’s pretty great to get a sense of and reconnect with that feeling of, we’re not just here to fight to make the bad feelings go away. We’re here to fight to make the world be a better place, be a good place.” And as heartfelt as the show is, with its unflinching portrayals of sisterhood and the quest for acceptance in an unforgiving world, “She Kills Monsters” is plain hilarious. It never shies away from high school awkwardness, or innuendos that only build strength as scenes go on. It leans into nostalgia, to the tune of Britney Spears, My Chemical Romance and more. Neon lights distinguish the game world from reality, with a Y2K glow. Also of note are the often shocking and hilariously convincing fight scenes, made possible by fight director Laine Flores.

Kaliope (Christina Calcote), an elf, is part of the monster-killing crew onstage at The Secret Theatre. On the cover: Tilly (Annie Kefalas) and Agnes Evans (Emily Ann Banks) reunite in the former’s fantasy universe. PHOTOS BY URSULA MONTEIRO AND, COVER, JULIA CORBETT Danylyszyn said a chunk of rehearsal time was dedicated to combat choreography, and that effort is always clear. The remaining performances are at 7:30 p.m. today, Oct. 22; 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24; and 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25. Tickets are $25 each, and $20 for seniors and students. They can be pur-

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continued from page 23 world of her invention, Kefalas exhibits the quiet confidence and self-assuredness of one who finally holds the reins in her own life. Or, in Tilly’s case, a massive sword. Kefalas’ Tilly is adept with her weapon and brave in the face of evil — demonic, bullying cheerleaders named Tina (Hope Weltman) and Gabbi (Megan Gwyn), for two. She also is loving and fiercely loyal when it comes to her found family of Orcus

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: QUEENS COUNTY FR ANK BIANCANIELLO and JOSEPH GULOT TA v. ZDE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP LLC, et al. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated September 17, 2024 and filed with the Clerk of the Supreme Court, Queens County on October 9, 2024, bearing Index no. 715701/2022, I will sell at public auction on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 10:00 am in the second floor, Courtroom 25 of the Queens County Supreme Courthouse, 88-11 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11435, the premises known as 25-54 12th Street, Unit 5A, Astoria, NY 11102 (Block: 904, Lot: 1013) and 25-54 12th Street, Unit 5C, Astoria, NY 11102 ( Block 904, Lot: 1015). Premises sold subject to filed Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale and Terms of Sale. Judgment amount $1,031,821.72 plus interest and costs. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with the Unified Court System S afet y and Oper ational Protocols in effect at this time. Auction location and time are subject to revision based on Court policy, current protocols and health conditions. Arthur Nicholas Terranova, Referee. Harry Zubli, Esq., attorney for plaintiff (516) 487-5777.

Maria Tereza Rodriguez, whose last known address was 13810 Franklin Ave Apt. 6H Flushing, New York, and whose present address is unknown, is hereby summoned to appear at the offices of the MENTOR Notarial Professional Partnership, located at 28-30 Polona Street, Sector 1, Bucharest, Romania, Postal Code 010492 (str. Polona, nr. 28-30, Sector 1, Bucure~ti, CP 01 0492), telephone +40 21 319 3502, email: mentor@ent. ro, on November 16, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., as a party in Probate File No. 37/2026 concerning the estate of the late Ghita Mircea, who died on November 25, 2022, whose last domicile was in New York, Personal Identification Number 1490423104963. The matter concerns the distribution of the estate, consisting of a two-room apartment located in Bucharest, Romania. Maria Tereza Rodriguez is requested to appear at the scheduled hearing in the probate proceedings, retain an attorney, or execute a notarized statement waiving participation in the probate proceedings. If the duly summoned party fails to appear, the probate proceedings will be conducted in her absence, in accordance with the applicable legal provisions.

EQUAL HOUSING. Federal, New York State and local laws prohibit discrimination because of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, familial status or disability in connection with the sale or rental of residential real estate. Queens Chronicle does not knowingly accept advertising in violation of these laws. When you suspect housing discrimination call the Open Housing Center (the Fair Housing Agency for the five boroughs of New York) at 212941-6101, or the New York City Commission of Human Rights Hotline at 718-722-3131. The Queens Chronicle reserves the right to alter wording in ads to conform with Federal Fair Housing regulations.

Notice of formation of the limited liability company (LLC). 1359 PINSON LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 8/31/2026. NY Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her is 20W 47 ST 1202, NEW YORK, NY 10036. Purpose/ character of LLC: Any Lawful Purpose. The LLC is formed pursuant to Section 206 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law.

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Notice is hereby given that an On-Premise Restaurant Liquor License, NYS Application ID: NA-0340-26-130214 has been applied for by SSP America JFK T5 LLC to sell liquor, beer, wine and cider at retail in an on-premises restaurant establishment. For on premises consumption under the ABC Law at JFK International Airport, Terminal 5, Space #31EC1&2 Jamaica NY 11430.

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93-13 ROOSEVELT AVENUE LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 10/02/2026. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: James K.C. Tom, 23 Willow Street, Little Neck, NY 11363. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

Notice is hereby given that an On-Premise Restaurant Liquor License, NYS Application ID: NA-0340-26-129484 has been applied for by SSP America JFK T6 LLC to sell liquor, beer, wine and cider at retail in an on-premises restaurant establishment. For on premises consumption under the ABC Law at JFK International Airport, Terminal 6, Space FB2-11 Jamaica, NY 11430.

Notice of Formation of 441 WHITE PROPERTY LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/14/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: LUIS F NARVAEZ MARQUEZ, 4005 94TH STREET FL2, ELMHURST, NY 11373. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of ARROWS & TORCHES LLC. Articles of Org. filed with NY Secy. of State (SSNY) on 12/21/2023. Office: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SSNY shall mail process to Asing Brereton, 25-28 Beach Channel Drive, Far Rockaway, NY 11691. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

of Org. filed with the SSNY on 07/02/2026. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Nick Katragis, 20-55 49th Street, Astoria, NY 11105.

BRICKWELL STORIES LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 11/03/2021. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 34-02 Laurel Hill Blvd., Ste 2, Maspeth, NY 11378. Reg Agent: Sarah Taylor, 4611 54th Ave., Ste 2, Maspeth 11378. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

Notice of Formation of DO BETTER TRAINING AND CONSULTING LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/23/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: BASHAN FERNANDEZ, 34-12 113TH STREET 6B, CORONA, NY 11368. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

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Notice of Formation of GC Commerce Group LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/23/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: GC COMMERCE GROUP LLC, 13825 101ST AVENUE, JAMAICA, NY 11435. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of ASTRONOMICAL VENTURES LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/06/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: ZENBUSINESS INC. 41 STATE STREET, SUITE 112, ALBANY, NY 12207. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

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BUG WORKS NEW YORK LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on August 5, 2025. Office located in Queens Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of any process to: 6218 68th Ave #2L, Ridgewood, NY 11385. Purpose: any lawful act.

NOTICE OF SA LE SUPREME COURT QUEENS COUNTY FREEDOM MORTGAGE C O R P O R AT I O N, Plaintif f against A BDOOL Z A HEER R AMJIT T A / K /A ABDOOL Z. R AMJITT, et al Defendant(s) At torney for Plaintiff ( s ) McCalla Raymer Leiber t Pierce, LLC, 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840, New York, NY 10170. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 16 , 2 0 2 5 , I w ill s ell a t public auction to the highest bidder at the Queens County Supreme Court, C o u r t r o o m # 2 5 , 8 8 -11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435 on November 20, 2026 at 10:00AM. Premises k n o w n a s 110 - 3 1 19 6 t h Street, Saint Albans, N Y 11412. Block 10936 Lot 209. A ll that cer t ain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected situate, lying a nd b eing in t he B o r o ugh and County of Queens, City a n d S t a t e o f N ew Yo r k . Approximate Amount of J udgmen t is $ 5 6 2, 8 97.7 3 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be s old subjec t to pr ovisions of filed Judgment Index No 708334 / 2024. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 11th Judicial District’s C o v i d -19 P o l i c i e s a n d foreclo sure auc tion r ules. T he Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. Referee will only accept a certified bank check made payable to the referee For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome. com or call (844)400-9633. F r a n c e s Ye t t a R uiz, E s q., Referee File # 23-13993NY Notice of Formation of H AND M MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/19/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: H AND M MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC, 214-24 73RD AVE, OAKLAND GARDENS, NY 11364. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

File No.: 2024-1817/B CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK BY THE GRACE OF GOD, FREE AND INDEPENDENT To: Thomas J. Faulkner, Jr., Ann Marie Faulkner Walulak, Kathleen Yanni, John Charles McDonald, Patrick McDonald, Michael McDonald, Erin Louise McDonald, Estate of Brian McDonald, Chance Santoro, Christa Mae MacNeil, Megan Lee MconaldGeggatt, Shannon Fields, Attorney General of the State of New York The unknown distributees, legatees, devisees, heirs at law and assignees of Mary Sullo aka Mary Joan Sullo, deceased, or their estates, if any there be, whose names, places of residence and post office addresses are unknown to the petitioner and cannot with due diligence be ascertained Being the persons interested as creditors, legatees, distributees or otherwise in the Estate of Mary Sullo aka Mary Joan Sullo, deceased, who at the time of death was a resident of 142-12 41st Avenue, Apt. 4D, Flushing, NY 11355, in the County of Queens, State of New York. SEND GREETING: Upon the petition of JACQUELINE M. MAZZOLA, Public Administrator of Queens County, who maintains her office at 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, Queens County, New York 11435, as Administrator of the Estate of Mary Sullo aka Mary Joan Sullo, deceased, you and each of you are hereby cited to show cause before the Surrogate at the Surrogate’s Court of the County of Queens, to be held at the Queens General Courthouse, 6th Floor, 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, City and State of New York, on the 3rd day of December, 2026 at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon, why the Account of Proceedings of the Public Administrator of Queens County, as Administrator of the Estate of said deceased, a copy of which is attached, should not be judicially settled, and why the Surrogate should not fix and allow a reasonable amount of compensation to GERARD J. SWEENEY, ESQ., for legal services rendered to petitioner herein in the amount of $62,108.99 and that the Court fix the fair and reasonable additional fee for any services to be rendered by GERARD J. SWEENEY, ESQ., hereafter in connection with proceedings on kinship, claims etc., prior to entry of a final Decree on this accounting in the amount of 5.5% of assets or income collected after the date of the within accounting; and why the Surrogate should not fix and allow an amount equal to one percent on said Schedules of the total assets on Schedules A, A1, and A2 plus any additional monies received subsequent to the date of this account, as the fair and reasonable amount payable to the Office of the Public Administrator for the expenses of said office pursuant to S.C.P.A. §1106(3); and why each of you claiming to be a distributee of the decedent should not establish proof of your kinship; and why the balance of said funds should not be paid to said alleged distributees upon proof of kinship, or deposited with the Commissioner of Finance of the City of New York should said alleged distributees default herein, or fail to establish proof of kinship, Dated, Attested and Sealed 15th day of September, 2026 HON. CASSANDRA A. JOHNSON Surrogate, Queens County Janet Edwards Tucker Chief Clerk GERARD J. SWEENEY, ESQ. (718) 459-9000. 100 Jericho Quadrangle, Suite 328, Jericho, NY 11753 NOTICE: THIS CITATION IS SERVED UPON YOU AS REQUIRED BY LAW. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO APPEAR; HOWEVER, IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR IT WILL BE ASSUMED YOU DO NOT OBJECT TO THE RELIEF REQUESTED. YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO HAVE AN ATTORNEY APPEAR FOR YOU, AND YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MAY REQUEST A COPY OF THE FULL ACCOUNT FROM THE PETITIONER OR PETITIONER’S ATTORNEY Accounting Citation

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SUPREME COURT COUNT Y OF QUEENS. FORETHOUGHT LIFE I N S U R A N C E C O M P A N Y, Plaintif f -agains t- R O Q U E E S TAT E D E V E LO P M E N T LLC, et al Defendant ( s ) . Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated December 15, 2025, I, the u n d e r s i g n e d R e f e r e e w ill sell at public auction at the Queens Count y Supreme Cour thouse, 88-11 Sutphin Blvd., in C our troom # 25, Jamaica, N Y on November 2 0 , 2 0 2 6 a t 10 : 0 0 a . m . premises situate, lying and being in t he B or ough and County of Queens, City and S tate of New York, known and designated as Block 1396 Lot 5. Said premises k n o w n a s 3 1- 0 8 8 5 T H STREET, QUEENS, NY 11370 Approximate amount of lien $733,788.47 plus interest & cos t s. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 7 0 5 2 0 1 / 2 0 2 4 . C A R O LY N C LY N E , E S Q ., R e f e r e e, DRUCKMAN L AW GROUP PLLC, Attorney(s) for Plaintiff, 242 Drexel Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590, DLG # 39539. {* QUEENS CHR*}

SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF QUEENS T h e B a n k o f N e w Yo r k Mellon F K A The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-10 Plaintiff, Against Yves-Merry Telemaque ; Commissioner of Social Services of the City of New York Social Services District; Discover Bank; Estate of Cleo Veal, by Pub admin of Queens; New York State Department of Taxation and Finance; Bank of New York Mellon, John Doe and New York City Parking Violations Bureau, Defendant (s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 06/30/2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, in Queens C ount y Supreme Courthouse located at 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY, on the second floor in Courtroom 25, on 10/30/2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 116-52 218th St., Cambria H eigh t s , N Y 11411, a nd described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Borough and County of Queens, City and State of New York. Block 11318 Lot 3, The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $885,433.77 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 721638/2019, For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call ( 800 ) 280-2832.Michael A. Cervini, Esq., Referee. SHELDON MAY & A S SOCI AT E S At torneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, Dated : 7/ 27/ 2026, File Number: 36774 MB

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNT Y OF QUEENS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Hyacinth Brown ; Dennis Brown ; et al., Defendant ( s ) Pursuant to a Judgment of F oreclosure and S ale duly entered March 13, 2026 I, t h e u n d e r s i g n e d R e f e r e e, will sell at public auction at the Queens County Supreme Cour thouse, on the second floor in Courtroom 25, 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, N Y 114 3 5 on October 3 0, 2026, at 10:00AM, premises known as 10947 214th Street a /k /a 109-47 214th Street, Queens V illage, N Y 11429. A ll that cer t ain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Borough of Queens, County of Queens, Cit y and S t ate o f N ew Yor k , B lo ck 11117 Lot 7. Approximate amount of judgment $ 5 5,24 5.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 701170/2025. David Weprin, E sq., R e feree L O G S L egal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintif f 175 Mile Crossing B oulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: August 14, 2026 For sale information, please visit w w w. A u c t i o n .c o m o r c a ll (800) 280-2831 91058

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FDIC LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MERGER OF BANKS Notice is hereby given that Alma Bank, 28-31 31st Street, Astoria, Queens County, New York 11102, has filed an application with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation for its written consent to complete the acquisition of American Community Bank, 300 Glen Street, Glen Cove, Nassau County, New York 77027, which is comprised of the two mergers described below. In the first merger, American Community Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for American Community Bank, will merge with and into American Community Bank, with American Community Bank surviving the merger. After the first merger, the former stockholders of American Community Bancorp, Inc. will collectively own 100% of the capital stock of American Community Bank for a moment in time, and each former stockholder of American Community Bancorp, Inc. will own the same number of shares of American Community Bank common stock that he, she or it owned of American Community Bancorp, Inc. common stock immediately before the first merger. American Community Bank will be the resulting entity from the first merger and the separate corporate existence of American Community Bancorp, Inc. will cease. Immediately following the first merger and part of the same overall transaction, American Community Bank will merge with and into Alma Bank. Alma Bank will be the resulting entity from the bank merger and the separate corporate existence of American Community Bank will cease. After the bank merger, the former stockholders of American Community Bancorp, Inc. (who will become stockholders of American Community Bank as a result of the first merger) will receive consideration in exchange for their shares of American Community Bank common stock. It is contemplated that all offices of American Community Bank and Alma Bank will continue to be operated following the proposed merger transactions. This notice is published pursuant to Section 18(c) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Any person wishing to comment on this application is encouraged to submit comments through the FDIC’s website at https://cra. fdic.gov/. Any person wishing to comment on the application may file his or her comments, in writing, with the Regional Director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its New York Regional Office at 350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10118-0110, not later than October 24, 2026. The nonconfidential portions of the application are on file and may also be requested through the FDIC’s website at https://cra.fdic.gov/.

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NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDERS’ MEETING OF ALMA BANK Notice is hereby given, on the call of the Board of Directors, that a special meeting of the stockholders of Alma Bank, Astoria, New York, a New York bank charter, will be held at 28-31 31st Street Astoria, New York 11102 on October 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., local time, to consider and vote upon a proposal to approve an Agreement and Plan of Merger, providing for the merger of American Community Bank, Glen Cove, New York, a New York bank charter, with and into Alma Bank, in a transaction having the effect of a merger under the provisions of Section 601 of the NY Banking Law, and to vote upon any other matters of business as may properly come before the special meeting. For a copy of the public file of the application, written requests can be made under the Freedom of Information Law (“FOIL”). FOIL requests should be sent to the Records Access Officer, New York State Department of Financial Services, Office of General Counsel–Banking, One State Street, New York, New York 10004-1511.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF QUEENS INDEX NO. 721452/2024 Plaintiff designates QUEENS as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 228-05 69TH AVENUE, BAYSIDE, NY 11364. U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST Plaintiff, vs. LAWRENCE SAND AKA LARRY SAND, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SCHLOSSHEIMER; KAREN TREIBER, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SCHLOSSHEIMER; ALAN KATKIN, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SCHLOSSHEIMER; JULIE LAVETAN, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SCHLOSSHEIMER; FREDDI CORREALE AKA JEAN F MARTIN, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANNE MAZZARESE; FRANCINE BRETHEL AKA FRANCINE CORREALE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANNE MAZZARESE; DONOVAN MARTINE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANNE MAZZARESE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SCHLOSSHEIMER; LINDA FAMIGLIETTI AKA LINDA PRELLER, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANNE MAZZARESE; JOANNE HARRIS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SCHLOSSHEIMER, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; ROSANNE CORREALE AKA ROSANNE WARDLE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANNE MAZZARESE, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL SCHLOSSHEIMER, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF JOANNE MAZZARESE, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE PARKRIDGE CONDOMINIUM; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; JOHN DOE; “JOHN DOE “and “JANE DOE, “said names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate ant and all occupants, tenants, persons, or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises being foreclosed herein, Defendants. To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $152,075.00 and interest, recorded on January 26, 2004, , of the Public Records of QUEENS County, New York., covering premises known as 228-05 69TH AVENUE, BAYSIDE, NY 11364. 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. QUEENS County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to 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 the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: August 17th, 2026 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Christopher Pinckney, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675

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To paraphrase Charles Dickens’ famous line, it was the best of times, and the worst of times for our local NBA teams last season. The New York Knicks, of course, won their first NBA championship in 53 years, while the Brooklyn Nets were one of the league’s worst teams, as has frequently been the case. Nets owner Joe Tsai said he was embarrassed when asked his reaction to the Knicks’ winning the NBA title. I have advice on making your team more than an afterthought, aside from getting better basketball players, Joe. The Nets should adopt the old Avis “We try harder” slogan by embracing their underdog status. A big reason the 1962 Mets, the worst team in baseball history, were beloved was because the Yankees were at the peak of their Maris and Mantle dominance. The Nets could also compete with the Knicks by comparing ticket prices and availability. They could tell fans, you are our VIPs, a dig at the Knicks’ Celebrity Row. It is nice the Nets are proud to call Brooklyn home, but it is business malpractice of the highest order to ignore Queens even though we have over two million residents and share a lengthy border with Kings County. Yes, most local hoops fans in the World’s Borough root for the Knicks, but the cold reality is Brooklyn does the same. The New York Island-

ers realize Queens is primarily Rangers territory, but that does not stop them from setting up booths at our street fairs and business expos. The Nets should follow suit. The Nets’ G-League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, play their home games at the Nassau Coliseum. Guess which county lies between Brooklyn and Nassau? I spoke with former Nets star and current Denver Nugget Cam Johnson at last summer’s Fanatics Fest. He admitted that the constant losing, along with playing second fiddle to the Knicks, affected players. He cited a third reason — the lack of media coverage in a big market. The only beat writer who travels with the team is the New York Post’s Brian Lewis. Nets scores are not reported on SNY’s “Sportsnite” unless they are playing the Knicks. The Nets can easily remedy this. They should be welcoming to any media organization that wants to cover a Nets game, even if it is the PS 132 Bugle. Press coverage generates revenue. Empty seats in a press box do nothing. As the classic cliche goes, bad publicity is better than no publicity. Here is my final piece of advice, Joe. I realize you are busy running China-based Alibaba. You need to be present more frequently at Barclays Center. No successful company in any industry Q has absentee ownership. See the extended version of Sports Beat every week at qchron.com.

Donating blood saves lives The New York Blood Center is seeking donors in the midst of a blood emergency. To make an appointment to donate, visit nybc.org. There are several blood drives in Central and Western Queens listed now: • NYPD Medical Division, 16th floor, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28, 59-17 Junction Blvd. in Corona; • Dry Harbor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, multipurpose room, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28, 61-35 Dry Harbor Road in Middle Village;

• CUNY School of Law, busmobile, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 29, 2 Court Square in Long Island City; • NYPD 114th Precinct, muster room, 12 to 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, 34-16 Astoria Blvd. in Astoria; • St. Margaret’s Parish, Parish Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 1, 66-05 79 Place in Middle Village; and • NYC Department of Design & Construction, first floor atrium, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18 and Thursday, Nov. 19, 30-30 Thomson Ave. Q in Long Island City.

all in one afternoon,” say the Friends in a statement. “To suppor t this yearly tradition, feel free to bring canned food to donate to the local food pantry.” For more info, call (718) 878-6613 or visit friendsofmaplegrove.org. The rain date is Oct. 25. Above is Friends Vice President Helen Day with participants at the 2022 event. — Peter C. Mastrosimone PHOTO BY CARL BALLENAS / FILE

The Friends of Maple Grove Cemetery will scare up their annual Trunk or Treat event Oct. 24, welcoming kids to a safe but spooky spot to get candy. The event will run from 2 to 4:30 p.m. by the cemetery entrance near Leffer ts Boulevard and Kew Gardens Road. It will double as a food drive for the River Fund. “Bring your children in costume to celebrate, get candy, and witness a magic show

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Notice of Formation of HSM CAPITAL HOLDINGS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/05/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: HSM CAPITAL HOLDINGS LLC, 214-24 73RD AVE, OAKLAND GARDENS, NY 11364. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of Meridian House LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/28/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: MERIDIAN HOUSE LLC, 221 MALT DR., APT 2305, LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

SFS BURNS LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 09/02/2026. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Joan Jiong Jiong Zhou, 106 Mowbray Dr, Kew Gardens, NY 11415. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

Notice of Formation of JR HANDYMAN SOLUTIONS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/09/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY HERNAN DURAN JR, 16805 32ND AVE 2ND FL, FLUSHING, NY 11358. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of ONE FISH TANK LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/16/2026. Office location: Queens County. Principal business address: 245-74 62nd Avenue, 6A Upper, Douglaston, NY 11362. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the same address. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.

Notice of Formation of TILL GROUP LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/09/2023. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: LIMAN CHENG, 34-22 76TH STREET, APT 2, JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of KSMH HOLDINGS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/25/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: MAHESH PATEL, 214-24 73RD AVE, OAKLAND GARDENS, NY 11364. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of QspaceCrafter LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/27/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: QSPACECRAFTER LLC, 58-48 256 ST, LITTLE NECK, NY 11362. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of UNITY BLOSSOM LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on April 1, 2026. Office located in Queens Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of any process to: 4298 SAULL STREET, FLUSHING, NY 11355. Purpose: any lawful act.

Notice of Formation of L’ATELIER CRIOLLO LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/12/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: FREDI O TITO, 4536 49TH STREET APT 1A, WOODSIDE, NY 11377. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of REPLAY WORKS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/22/2026. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: REPLAY WORKS LLC, 8808 JUSTICE AVE, APT. 12B, ELMHURST, NY 11373. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

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