Hangout One Happy Place raised $600 for its Summer Slam Pickleball Tournament this past weekend. The money raised will go towards the non-profit organization.
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Four years after debuting virtually at the Baldwin Public Library, local jazz and R&B fusion band Musically Inclined is preparing to release its first full-length studio album — a 24-track, self-titled project that reflects years of creative growth and collaboration.
The group, led by Ronnie Roddy Jr., of Baldwin, recently released its lead single, “Groove Street,” a deeply personal track inspired by his family’s ties to St. Louis, Missouri.
“My dad is from St. Louis, and I’ve got a lot of family still there,” Roddy said. “Even though I haven’t been back in a while, this was a way of showing love to them — a musical postcard, you
could say.”
The single, which blends layered saxophone harmonies with a smooth groove, is one of three songs the band released ahead of the album. The other two — “Backyard Song” and “Outback” — showcase the group’s diverse musical range, featuring contributions from guest musicians and longtime collaborators.
“We’ve been meeting and recording pretty much every other weekend at the Sound Cellar in Huntington,” said Joe Gallagher, of Baldwin, who plays drums for the group. “It’s been a really fun process, but also a little challenging with everyone’s schedule. That’s part of why we decided to drop a smaller project with just three songs first — to give people a taste while we fin-
Baldwin library is serving free summer lunches
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Children in Baldwin and surrounding communities can enjoy free, nutritious lunches this summer thanks to a partnership between the Baldwin Public Library and Island Harvest.
In the Summer Food Service Program, bagged lunches are being distributed at the library, on Grand Avenue, until Aug. 22. They are available Monday through Friday, from noon to 1 p.m., on a first-come, first-served basis — no registration is required. The program is open to children and teens 18 and under.
they’re not in school and don’t have access to regular meals.”
ood insecurity is a big part of why I do what I do.
KAySHA WATSON Assistant library director
Assistant Library Director Kaysha Watson, who helps coordinate the program, which began July 14, said it was off to a strong start. More than 55 lunches were distributed on each of the first two days.
“Food insecurity is a big part of why I do what I do,” Watson said. “I don’t want to see children go hungry, especially during the summer, when
The library is considered an “open site,” meaning any eligible child can stop by without having to sign up. The food is delivered each morning by a vendor contracted by Island Harvest, stored at the library and distributed by library staff. Watson, a Baldwin resident herself, said the library staff has taken the lead on managing the program locally. “It’s just us — we handle the logistics, storage and distribution,” she said. Menus rotate weekly, and meals are designed to be healthy and appealing to children. A typical lunch might include a honey mustard chicken sandwich on whole grain bread with fruit, vegetables and milk. Other recent options included chicken Caesar salad, a soy-based spread butter-and-jelly sandwiches, and barbecue chicken wraps.
“We’re offering something very similar to what kids would receive during the school year,”
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Elected officials, civic leaders team up for National Night Out
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Baldwin’s annual National Night Out celebration is set to return on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at Baldwin High School, where residents can once again enjoy a night of community bonding, family fun, and relationship-building with local law enforcement.
Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé, New York State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin, and State Senator Siela Bynoe will co-host the event in partnership with the Baldwin Civic Association, Nassau County Police Department, and Baldwin Fire Department.
National Night Out is a nationwide crime prevention and awareness initiative held annually on the first Tuesday in August. Since its launch in 1984 by the National Association of Town Watch, the event has grown into a celebrated tradition in more than 16,000 communities across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and military bases worldwide.
What began as a grassroots effort to encourage residents to leave their porch lights on and gather outdoors has evolved into full-fledged community celebrations. Events typically include block parties, cookouts, safety demonstrations, games, and youth activities — all designed to foster positive connections between neighbors and local law enforcement.
Assemblywoman Griffin emphasized the importance of the event in fostering meaningful engagement between the police and the public.
“I am pleased to be co-hosting the 2025 National Night Out with Legislator Debra Mulé and Senator Siela Bynoe,” she said in a statement to the Herald. “Hosting National Night Out (NNO) in our local communities is paramount because it offers an ideal way for the Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) to enhance engagement and connect with
the community.”
Griffin also noted that the event highlights the community’s appreciation for law enforcement and their ongoing service.
“Equally as important, it conveys our appreciation and gratitude for the dedicated service the NCPD offers to Baldwin, South Hempstead and the greater community,” she stated. “There is a reason why Nassau County has been recognized as the safest county in our country for the past six years!”
She praised the NCPD’s continued outreach efforts through programs like Problem-Oriented
Police (POP), Law Enforcement Exploring, and the Police Activity League (PAL), which aim to strengthen community relations and support youth engagement.
The Baldwin Civic Association has played a key role in supporting the event since it began locally in 2020. BCA President Kimberly Malone said the organization is proud to continue its partnership in bringing neighbors and public servants together in a meaningful way.
“The Baldwin Civic Association continues its support of Baldwin’s National Night Out, an annual event that brings neighbors together to strengthen the bonds that make our community resilient,” Malone said. “National Night Out offers an opportunity to reaffirm our shared values of respect, dignity, and mutual care. It’s a chance for community members to come together not only with one another but also with those in public service, with the hope of fostering relationships rooted in transparency, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of all residents.”
Baldwin’s previous National Night Out featured music, face painting, food, and interactive experiences with emergency vehicles and police dogs, drawing dozens of families from across the community.
“Across America, National Night Out is a cherished community tradition that strengthens our communities and builds the partnerships that keep us safe,” Mulé said in a statement. “It is wonderful to once again be working with Assemblywoman Griffin and Senator Bynoe alongside the Nassau County Police Department, Baldwin Fire Department and Baldwin Civic Association to bring our community an event that has something for everyone to enjoy.”
Herald file photo
The annual National Night Out is set for Aug. 5, offering Baldwin community members a chance to build relationships with local law enforcement, civic groups, and neighbors.
New leadership
Pamela Green sworn in as president of Board of Education
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Q: What inspired you to run for the Board of Education initially and what does it mean to you now to serve as its president?
A: As an educational leader and parent of five Baldwin graduates, I have experienced firsthand how a strong public education can transform lives and open doors of opportunities. I ran for the Board to give back to a district that has impacted my family and to support the goal that every student, regardless of background, has access to similar opportunities for success. As board president, I am honored to lead with the commitment of always keeping students at the center of every decision.
Q: How has your background or personal experience shaped your approach to education and leadership in the district?
A: My experience as a parent, educational leader, and community advocate has grounded my leadership in collaboration, equity, and accountability, with students always at the center. I understand the challenges families may face, the commitment of our educators, and the need to create inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Q: What are your top priorities as board president for the upcoming school year?
A: My priorities remain aligned with the Board’s ongoing commitment to a forward-thinking educational
New
Susan Cools takes on role as vice president of Baldwin Board
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Q: How did it feel to be selected by your fellow trustees to serve as vice president of the board?
A: It is always an honor to be selected by your peers for any position.
Q: What leadership qualities do you hope to bring to this new role, and how will they help support the board’s mission?
A: The leadership qualities I hope to bring to the role of Vice President this year will be objectivity and experience. I have completed 9 years on this board and so I believe that I have a pretty good understanding of the processes and procedures that we need to understand.
system, one that offers a rigorous, inclusive program to meet the diverse needs of all students. I will continue to support fiscal responsibility and transparency to ensure decisions are sustainable and the community is well informed. It has been a privilege to work alongside Dr. Shari Camhi over the past two years. As we welcome our new superintendent, Anthony Mignella, I look forward to partnering with him to continue advancing our district’s commitment to excellence.
Q: How will you ensure that the board remains responsive to the needs and voices of Baldwin families, teachers and students?
A: The Board remains committed to open communication and active listening. We have hosted community forums and created meaningful opportunities for dialogue with students, staff, and families. To this end, we will continue to be transparent and collaborative, always keeping students at the center of every decision.
Q: Is there a moment or experience in your time on the board that you’re proud of?
A: A standout moment was attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Baldwin Middle School Wellness Center in March of 2024. As the first district in the nation to offer free mental health services to students and families, it was a groundbreaking
step in our commitment to supporting the whole child. As both a parent and an administrator, I know how important and necessary these resources are, and seeing their impact firsthand has been incredibly meaningful.
We are all very good at being objective and fair. I will certainly do my best to continue this.
Q: What are your priorities as vice president for the upcoming school year, and how do you plan to work with the board to achieve them?
A: My priorities will be to work closely with the Board President in order to ensure a smooth transition as we will have a new Superintendent as well as two new Assistant Superintendents. For the first time in Baldwin we will also have a student member of the board. I want to do everything possible to make all of these changes positive and productive.
Q: How does stepping into
the vice president role change your perspective or responsibilities compared to serving as a trustee?
A: I have actually been Vice President as well as President of the board previously. It is very important that as an officer of a school board you make sure that the other trustees have everything
that they need. This can be paperwork, information, training, and knowledge of important events.
Q: What do you hope to accomplish in partnership with the new superintendent and Board President Pamela Green in the months ahead?
A: In the months ahead it is my hope that we will be able to keep our district on the wonderful trajectory that we have been on for the past 11 years while always being open to new ideas and possibilities. We are always very respectful and considerate of each other. That will continue to pave the way for progress and success.
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CRIME WATCH
PETIT LARCENY
Leroy Harrison, 52, of Brooklyn, and Comararie Williams, 49, of Hempstead, were arrested for shoplifting at
Baldwin Tire House at 1320 Grand Ave on July 16, according to Nassau County Police.
People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.
SUNY opens nominations for Harvey Milk Leadership Award
The State University of New York has opened nominations for its second annual Harvey Milk Award for Student Leadership, honoring the memory of the pioneering LGBTQIA+ rights advocate who was assassinated in 1978.
The scholarship recognizes upperlevel students who have dedicated themselves to advancing LGBTQIA+ inclusiveness on their campuses. Nominations from campus presidents or self-nominations by students will be accepted through September.
In Elder Law Estate Planning There’s More Misinformation than Information
Recently, we came across an article by a syndicated columnist that claimed that if you put your house into an irrevocable trust you lose your exclusion from the capital gains tax on the sale of the primary residence — $500,000 for a couple and $250,000 for a single person. The writer, being a financial planner and not a trust and estates lawyer, and despite claiming to be an “expert”, was apparently unaware that there are many different types of irrevocable trusts. One of the most common irrevocable trusts, the Medicaid Asset Protect Trust (MAPT), is designed to preserve these exclusions. MAPT’s are “grantor trusts” which mean they remain in the grantor’s name for all income and capital gains tax purposes. This leads into a very common problem. Too often, clients receive advice on trusts from financial advisors, accountants and family lawyers, believing they are getting a professional opinion. We say that what they are actually getting is a personal opinion coming out of a professional’s mouth.
We often make the analogy that if, unfortunately, you have cancer then you want to
get advice from an oncologist, not your family doctor. If you have an elder law estate planning problem, you want to talk to an elder law estate planning attorney, not your general lawyer, financial advisor or accountant. Well-meaning professionals often give incorrect information.
Here are the most common myths about the MAPT:
• Myth: You can’t sell the house - Reality: We have done it thousands of times. The money is paid to the trust and remains protected. The trust can purchase another house, a condominium or simply invest the money and pay you the income.
• Myth: You can’t change the trust - Reality: You may change the trustees, or who you are leaving it to, at any time.
• Myth: You can’t take money out of the trust
- Reality: You get all the income (interest and dividends) and you may gift virtually any amount tax-free to your children.
• Myth: You cannot undo the trust - Reality: In New York you may revoke an irrevocable trust on the consent of all named parties. If one will not sign, we have a workaround.
LAW FIRM
Harvey Milk, a Woodmere native and Bay Shore High School graduate, earned his degree from the University at Albany in 1951 before moving to California, where he became the first openly gay elected official in the state.
Milk was assassinated in San Francisco in 1978, less than a year after taking office as a city supervisor.
“SUNY is proud to call Harvey Milk an alumnus, and we are honored to help continue his legacy through the Harvey Milk Award for Student Leadership scholarship,” SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr wrote in a news release. “Harvey Milk was the epitome of leadership during extremely difficult times for the LGBTQIA+ community and has inspired countless others to stand up for equality, justice, and acceptance.”
The inaugural recipient was Vinny Aquino, a SUNY Cortland graduate
from Uniondale who helped transform pride into one of the campus’s most diverse student organizations.
As a trans man and person with cerebral palsy, Aquino’s experience informed his leadership approach.
“Joining Pride helped me find community early in my college experience and feel happier and more fulfilled,” Aquino wrote in a news release. “ I hope people know there’s a big queer community that’s willing to embrace everyone in SUNY.”
To qualify for the scholarship, students must be full-time upper class or graduate students in good academic standing who have demonstrated commitment to advancing an inclusive campus community for LGBTQIA+ members. Applicants must show leadership experiences with significant positive impact on campus or local communities and submit a one-page essay with one letter of recommendation.
State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal praised the scholarship program, noting that while Milk is most associated with San Francisco, “Harvey Milk was born and raised in New York and was a proud SUNY graduate. He was also an iconic human rights and political advocate who remains an inspiration to millions.”
— Melissa Berman
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Front Street Bakery co-owner
Jeffrey Wohlfarth died at 69
By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com
Jeffrey John Wohlfarth, longtime coowner of Front Street Bakery and a dedicated volunteer firefighter, died at the age of 69 at his home in Baldwin.
Born and raised in Rockville Centre, he later fulfilled his dream of living on the water by moving to Baldwin, where he rebuilt his home after Superstorm Sandy to create a place for his family to gather.
Front Street Bakery is a family-run bakery selling cakes, cookies, pastries and breads for over 50 years, and Lisa Acerno, co-owner and sister of Wohlfarth, said it also gets a lot of business from Baldwin and Oceanside.
“Thank you for the continued support from our Baldwin and Oceanside customers,” she said.
Wohlfarth was a third-generation owner of Front Street Bakery in Rockville Centre, which he operated alongside Acerno after it was passed down from their parents, John and Arlene Wohlfarth. Known for his tireless work ethic, he often rose as early as 2 a.m. to prepare the bakery for customers. He treated the bakery staff as family and hosted annual barbecues at his home for the entire team.
Wohlfarth was a longtime volunteer firefighter with the Reliance Firehouse in Rockville Centre and served on several committees. He formed lasting friendships through his years of service.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Wohlfarth was known as the life of every party, a passionate fisherman and a proud family man, according to his niece, Jackie Hanley. His boat, affectionately named “Hot Buns,” was a nod to both his love of fishing and his bakery roots. He cherished time on his back deck, enjoying a cigar and a drink while watching his grandchildren swim in the pool. He was also known for his sense of humor and the infamous “cake smash” tradition, according to Hanley, in which he would playfully encourage someone to smell a cake before gently pushing their face into it — a family custom that will carry on in his memory.
Wohlfarth had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer just over a year ago and faced his illness with “dignity and grace,” Hanley said, and he died on June 20 surrounded by family.
Survivors include his wife, Angela Wohlfarth; five children, Cliff LoSasso, Nicole Wohlfarth, Christina LoSasso, Jeffrey John “JJ” Wohlfarth and his wife, Leigh, and Johnny Wohlfarth and his wife, Danielle. He is also lived on by his eight grandchildren, William, Sophia, Kailyn, Lucas, Kelsey, Leo, Tyler and Gianni, who lovingly called him “Pop Pop,” as well as his two sisters, Lisa Acerno and Gwen Cooleen and her husband, John, and many nieces and nephews.
“Jeff was loved and will be missed by all who knew him,” Hanley said.
Courtesy Lisa Acerno
Jeffrey John Wohlfarth, longtime co-owner of Front Street Bakery and a dedicated volunteer firefighter, died on June 20 at the age of 69.
Album will capture the band’s evolution
ish the full album.”
Gallagher said the early release gave the band more time to refine the rest of the album, while still capturing attention with new music.
“We’ve had some amazing guest artists on these songs,” he said. “People really connected with the three tracks, which gave us more confidence and room to finish things the right way.”
Roddy said it was difficult to choose just one track to introduce the album.
“We got so much great feedback on all three,” he said. “It was interesting to see how different people connected with different songs.”
“Groove Street” was written last year, with Roddy composing the melody before collaborating with the band on arrangements. While the group initially paired it with another tune during live performances, Roddy eventually expanded the piece into a full standalone song, giving it the structure and emotional weight it deserved.
“Some parts were missing at first,” he said. “But once I realized how much this song meant — not just to me, but potentially to listeners — I finished writing the rest to give it more inspiration and heart.”
Gallagher said “Groove Street” also marked an important moment for the band artistically.
“We were able to express ourselves more on this track,” he said. “It pushed us a bit outside the genres we’d stuck to before, and it brought us together in a new way musically.”
The upcoming album will include both original compositions and re-imagined versions of previously released songs and live favorites.
Musically Inclined became a group in 2020 during
the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. The seven-member band features musicians from across Long Island, steadily building a reputation through local performances and community events.
The group is composed of Roddy, who performs on keyboard and piano; Matt Mener, of Massapequa, on tenor and soprano saxophones; Mike Smith, of Massapequa Park, on guitar; Gallagher, of Baldwin, on drums; Gregory J. Tyson, of Williston Park, on baritone and tenor saxophones; Nsikak Ekong, of Hempstead, on trombone; and Kevin Jackson, of Freeport, on alto saxophone and steel pan.
Roddy described the album as a reflection of the band’s journey.
“This is really a story of growth,” he said. “Over the past four years, we’ve evolved so much as musicians and people. Each song captures a piece of that.”
In addition to leading the group, Roddy is a piano teacher and is working toward certification as a therapist. He said music has long served as a form of escape and expression — a message the band hopes to share through its debut.
“We want the album to inspire younger generations of musicians and show that jazz and R&B can still be fresh, innovative and personal,” he said. “And that great music can come from right here on Long Island.”
The band recently celebrated its four-year anniversary with a group dinner, taking time to reflect on how far they’ve come — and how much further they hope to go.
Professionally, Roddy said, the group is open to whatever comes next.
“You never know what could happen when you put something out,” he said. “We’re just grateful for the journey so far.”
Musically Inclined plans to release the full album later this summer. For updates on new music and performances, follow @Musically_Inclined99 on Instagram or find the group on Spotify.
Courtesy Ronnie Roddy Jr.
Musically Inclined recently released its lead single, ‘Groove Street,’ off their latest self-titled album scheduled to be released on Aug. 22.
BALDWIN HERALD — July 24, 2025
Library program aims to fight food insecurity
Watson explained. “There’s always a fruit, a vegetable, a healthy grain and milk — either chocolate or white.”
Library Director Elizabeth Olesh emphasized the importance of community support programs like this one. “There are many families experiencing food insecurity in communities throughout New York,” she said. “The move to universal school breakfast and lunch in New York demonstrates how much of an issue this is. Kids need lunch during the summer, just as they do during the school year, and we can be here for them.”
The program has been advertised on the library’s social media pages, fliers in the building and through the Baldwin school district. Watson emphasized that families from beyond Baldwin are welcome as well.
“We’re just happy we can provide this service,” she said. “It costs us nothing except our time, and it’s something that can make a real difference.”
Watson encouraged families to take advantage of the program while it lasts, including those who were affected by the apartment building fire on Merrick Road last month. “We don’t want to see these meals go to waste,” she said. “There’s no limit — we want to make sure every meal is used.”
For more information, visit BaldwinPL. org or contact the library at (516) 223-6228.
Courtesy Baldwin Public Library
Children 18 and younger can enjoy free lunches at the Baldwin Public Library through Aug. 22. Last week, Autumn Kaiser and Siena Valenti were among those enjoying a meal as part of the program.
LIRR ‘Summer Saturday’ discounts returns
By BRIAN KACHARABA bkacharaba@liherald.com
Gov. Kathy Hochul on July 2 announced the return of Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad “Summer Saturday” discount programs that enable monthly ticket holders to travel anywhere the railroads go and bring other guests for $1 each.
Each Saturday from now through Aug. 30, both railroads will honor all monthly tickets for travel to and from all stations within the LIRR or MetroNorth Railroad regardless of what stations are printed on the ticket. Monthly ticket holders traveling Saturdays will also be able to bring up to two additional travelers for $1 per person each way.
The promotional tickets can be purchased via the TrainTime app under Family Fares or on board without incurring an extra charge.
“This is all about putting more money in New Yorkers’ pockets,” she said. “Whether it’s Long Island Beaches, Broadway shows and baseball games in the city, or hiking in the Hudson Valley, taking the train is the best way to get around. And by allowing monthly pass holders to bring friends and family along for just a dollar, we’re making it easier and more affordable for New Yorkers to ride the rails this summer.”
The announcement comes almost four months after Hochul said that the LIRR reached an on-time performance
Travelers can take advantage of the LIRR’s “Summer Saturday” discount program from now through Aug. 30
of almost 97 percent, which is three percent above the established monthly goal and nearly two percent over 2024’s record of 95.65 outside of the Covid years.
“Summer is time for outdoor fun with family and friends and the LIRR is ready to take you to everything that Long Island has to offer this summer at a great price.?, LIRR president Robert
Free said. “Summer Saturdays are an inexpensive way to access the fastest and most convenient way to travel between the City and Long Island. Skip the traffic and ride the rails to your favorite Long Island destinations.”
There will be no cross-honoring of these discounted tickets between the railroads, meaning LIRR customers cannot use their monthly tickets to travel
on Metro-North, and vice versa. Three Montauk Branch LIRR trains and one Ronkonkoma train and its Greenport connection are exempt from the program. They include the 7:13 a.m., 8:14 a.m. and 10:29 a.m. trains from Jamaica to Montauk, the 7:47 a.m. train from Penn Station to Ronkonkoma and its connection, and the 9:14 a.m. train from Ronkonkoma to Greenport.
Luminaria bags were lit to honor and remember
Baldwin’s Relay For Life community held a rescheduled Luminaria Ceremony on July 18 at the building inside Merrick Road Park.
The event, a tribute to those lost to cancer, survivors, and those still fighting, was originally scheduled to conclude the June 7 Relay For Life at Baldwin Harbor Park but was postponed due to inclement weather.
Luminaria bags decorated in memory or support of loved ones were placed and lit at the ceremony. Community members attended to reflect and remember, regardless of whether they participated in the earlier event.
— Hernesto Galdamez
Tim Baker/Herald Community members gathered at Merrick Road Park for Baldwin’s rescheduled Luminaria Ceremony.
Luminaria bags are glowing tributes that honor those lost to cancer, celebrate survivors, and support those still fighting, lighting the path of hope and remembrance.
Felicia Wilson was among those remembered.
Zinn family members were remembered.
Fire safety tips and tricks this summer
With the warm weather rolling in, many New Yorkers are eager to kick off their summer vacation — whether it’s jet-setting to a new location, staying local with a “staycation,” heading to a campsite, or hosting backyard barbecues with family and friends. But as seasonal celebrations ramp up, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York is reminding residents that fire and injury prevention should be a top priority.
“The weather in New York hasn’t been our friend this year and we understand people have been cooped up and may need to take a summer break,” said Eugene Perry, president of FASNY. “Whether your family decides to rent a home or cabin, set up camp at a local site or make your backyard an oasis, fire and life safety are paramount.”
Rental safety: Know your surroundings
For families planning to rent a vacation home or cabin, Perry urged renters to take a few basic — but critical — safety steps before settling in.
“If you decide to rent a home or cabin, families need to make sure there are working smoke detectors and CO alarms throughout the house,” he said.
According to the National Fire Pro-
tection Association, nearly half of all home fire deaths occur in residences with no smoke alarms or with alarms that malfunction. The NFPA also found that 37 percent of home fire deaths result from fires in which no smoke alarms were present, and homes with working smoke alarms are half as likely to experience a fire-related fatality.
“A simple check that your vacation spot has working CO alarms and smoke detectors is an important step that can prevent a tragedy, and may save the lives of you and your family,” Perry said.
Camping safety: Keep fires controlled
Camping is a favorite summer activity for many, especially in New York State, where scenic parks span from the Adirondacks to Long Island.
“New York State has many beautiful camping areas to enjoy — from the mountains to the beaches,” Perry said. “If families decide to camp, they should remember to keep fire safety as a priority.”
Campers are encouraged to learn how to safely build, maintain and extinguish campfires. The U.S. Forest Service reports that four out of five forest fires are human-caused. Dry summer conditions increase the risk,
so it’s essential to check with local park officials or rangers to see whether fires are permitted.
Campfires should never be left unattended, and fires should be extinguished completely with water, not buried with dirt, as hot embers can reignite.
BBQ and backyard cooking: Grill with caution
A backyard barbecue can be a great way to spend time with loved ones— but grills can pose serious risks if used improperly.
“A BBQ is a great way to cook for the family,” said Perry. “But complacency around the grill can lead to danger and injuries. You should always exercise caution and keep the grill well away from structures and where people are playing or walking.”
According to NFPA statistics, children under age five account for nearly 39% of contact-type burns from grills each year. These injuries typically happen when a child bumps into, touches, or falls onto a hot grill or coals.
To avoid accidents, FASNY advises placing grills in open areas, away from walls, fences, and other flammable materials.
Pool safety: Watch the water
Swimming pools are a summer staple for many families — but they can be deadly without proper precautions.
“In the time it takes to reply to a text or turn off the oven, a child can fall into a pool and drown,” said Perry. “All pools should have appropriate barriers to keep children out when adults are not around. When the pool is in use, an adult should be designated to watch in case something goes wrong.”
FASNY emphasized that even strong swimmers should never swim alone, and children must always be supervised around water. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death for children ages 1 to 4, with 71 percent of fatal incidents occurring at residential locations.
About FASNY
Founded in 1872, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York represents the interests of the state’s 80,000 volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel. For more information, visit FASNY.com.
— Jordan Vallone
TICKETS
One lucky member of the audience will WIN 2 TICKETS to watch New York Mets vs San Francisco Giants at Citi Field.
Sunday, August 3 at 1:40 p.m.
Contest ends July 27 at midnight with the winner chosen on July 28
Directions for ticket acquisition will be explained when winner is contacted.
One lucky member of the audience will WIN 4 TICKETS to watch Long Island Ducks vs Hagerstown Flying Boxcars at Fairfield Properties Ballpark.
Sunday, August 17 at 5:05 p.m.
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STEPPING OUT Forever ‘Wild about Harry’
The beat goes on in the annual tribute to the beloved musician
By Karen Bloom
Decades have passed since Harry Chapin’s tragic death, still his music and philanthropic initiatives remain at the heart of Long Island’s collective consciousness. Stuart Markus, the longtime mainstay of the local folk and acoustic scene, is committed to guardianship of the Chapin legacy, organizing what are now two memorial concerts each year.
Markus, based in Malverne, is clearly as fervent about Chapin’s music and humanitarian zeal as when he took on the role of organizing the tribute 22 years ago. From its start at Hall’s Pond Park in West Hempstead in 2004 to what became its longtime home at Chapin’s namesake theater in Eisenhower Park, and now in its second year at the Chapin Rainbow Stage at Huntington’s Heckscher Park, the concert’s appeal continues to grow. So much so that a second show has been added — at the Landmark theater in Port Washington on Dec. 2.
“Sunday Morning Sunshine.”
Meanwhile over 30 musicians will gather with fans, on Sunday, to share in the joy of the man and his music.
“Sometimes it’s hard to believe I’m still at this,” he reflects. “[After the first concert] I thought it would be cool to do this for a couple of years. Ultimately it became a cultural phenomenon.”
Folks livestream the event around the world, according Markus, who relates an unexpected email he received from a fan in Scotland.
“He wanted to plan a vacation around the concert, Markus says, chuckling, about the international response. “As long as there is enthusiasm, then I’ll keep doing it.”
Certainly that fervor shows no signs of waning.
“I’ve long thought it would be wonderful and extremely appropriate to do the show in Huntington, where Harry and Sandy lived and raised their family,” Markus says. “Harry is still held in such beloved regard by residents and public officials at all levels.”
Chapin’s shocking death on the Long Island Expressway en route to that ill-fated Eisenhower Park performance in July 1981 is very much rooted this tribute — for performers and the audience. In fact, several show regulars were among the crowd when what was supposed to be a joyous event turned into a vigil, according to Markus.
“Harry is so beloved in memory on Long Island,” Markus says. “You don’t have to look too hard to find someone who met him, whose school he did a benefit for, or someone who’s been helped by one of his charities. It’s so meaningful for the music community to come together and, in effect, do the concert he might have given.”
The troubadour’s catalogue always gets a creative interpretation by each act.
“I’ve always encouraged everyne to make the songs fresh and treat them as their own, however they imagine them. They’re not just reproducing them the way Harry did.”
Markus excited to include guitarist Gerald Bair, a longstanding member of Huntington’s folk scene, in this year’s lineup. Bair performs his rendition of
“A fan favorite, it’s an optimistic happy song about being in love,” Markus says.
Cantor Lisa Wharton, of Temple Beth Emeth in Mount Sinai, who performs with her husband Akiva Wharton, a percussionist, and Cantor Judy Merrick, of Plainview Jewish Center, return for their second appearance. They’ll do “I Wonder What Would Happen,” which Markus describes as an appropriately chosen “spiritual, gospel-feeling song.”
“They were a well-received addition last year and we’re glad to have them back, he adds.
The trio is, of course, joined by staples of the area’s music community. Returnees include Judith Zweiman, Martha Trachtenberg, Karen Bella, Roger Silverberg, Debra Lynne, Patricia Shih and Stephen Fricker, Roger Street Friedman, Media Crime, Christine Solimeno, Grand Folk Railroad, Robinson Treacher, Wonderous Stories, Toby Tobias, Mara Levine and Matthew Ponsot, in various ensembles.
As is their signature, Markus, with his trio Gathering Time, arrive on stage as the show nears its conclusion. Markus, with Christine Sweeney and Gerry McKeveny, perform their annual rendition of the iconic “Cat’s in the Cradle.” By then everyone is singing along.
Finally, as always, in the true spirit of Harry Chapin, all the musicians join together on stage for “Circle,” Chapin’s traditional closing.
“It’s such a philosophical but uplifting song and a fitting end,” Markus adds.
Just the way Chapin would want it.
More than just a concert, the free event, of course, involves a food drive. Concertgoers are asked to bring donations of nonperishable items to support Long Island Cares, the regional food bank and humanitarian organization founded by Chapin in 1980. Long Island Cares’ staff and volunteers will collect donations at a tent near the entrance to the stage.
Bring seating to the show, which is held rain or shine. It will also be livestreamed on Facebook and the Harry Chapin Foundation YouTube channel.
Magical Mystery Doors
If you missed Magical Mystery Doors during the band’s spring visit to Long Island, now’s your chance to check out this unique tribute act. The tight bandmates blend and layer the music to create something new and unique. The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and The Doors changed the face of music as we know it. Their melodies have moved people everywhere to “Come Together” in their love of music. And that’s what happens at an MMD concert. Throughout the concert, the band combines some of these classic tunes in ways that surprise and delight time and time again. The melody from The Doors’ “Hello, I Love You” laying atop Led Zeppelin’s “Misty Mountain Hop.” The pounding beat of Zep’s “When The Levee Breaks” coupled with the serene strumming of The Beatles’ “Dear Prudence.” Also the thematic sequence of “The Rain Song” – “Riders On The Storm” – “Here Comes The Sun.” These arrangements take you on an unexpected and exhilarating journey.
Friday, July 25, 8 p.m. Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Tickets available at madisontheatreny.org or call (516) 323-4444.
Best of Broadway
Sounds of the Great White Way return to Eisenhower Park with Neil Berg’s “100 Years of Broadway.” Back for its annual celebration of the greatest songs from the finest shows, the acclaimed touring Broadway concert never disappoints. The lively musical revue, hosted by Neil Berg, on piano, brings performers to light up the stage with songs from the hit shows in which they starred. He presents creatively revived arrangements of Broadway classics as well as thrilling numbers from some of the newest hits, along with his fascinating commentary and historical notes in between songs. This gorgeous, guided tour of the American art form that is musical theater, is a production both hypnotic and historical. The dazzling new edition is sure to have everyone humming along. Berg, an awardwinning composer-lyricist-producer, and his cast of vocal powerhouses brings everyone to their feet time and again.
Saturday, July 26, 7 p.m. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Contact nassaucountyny.gov for more.
— July 24, 2025
BALDWIN HERALD
• Sunday, July 27, 8 p.m.
• Admission is free
• Heckscher Park, located off Main Street (Route 25A) and Prime Avenue, Huntington
Photos courtesy Keith Rossin
Everyone gathers to salute Harry Chapin during the rousing finale that closes the concert.
Cantors Judy Merrick, left, Lisa Ann Wharton and Akiva Wharton are all in for Harry.
Your Neighborhood CALENDAR
JULY
24
On Exhibit
Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “At Play,” surveys artists’ perennial fascination with entertainment in all forms. Framing this topic between the nineteenth century Belle Époque and today, the exhibit includes works by Pablo Picasso, Reginald Marsh, Everett Shinn, and Max Beckmann among many others. The works are gathered to represent a wide range of expressions, from entertainmentrelated activities to the fascinating personalities involved. It encompasses dance, music, theater, movies, circus, boating, and beach scenes, along with horseracing and various sports, both active and passive Also featured are archival items from The Metropolitan Opera and the New York Philharmonic, including costumes by Marc Chagall for Die Zauberflöte, vintage fashion items by such designers as Alfred Shaheen, and iconic costumes from the FoliesBergère in Paris. On view until Nov. 9.
•Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor
•Time: Ongoing
•Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337
Mindful
JULY
25
Morning View Nassau County Museum of Art’s galleries in a small group session. Take time to observe, question and reflect without hurry, distraction, or judgment. Explore one or two works of art in the galleries, with intention as you focus on color, texture, form and personal connections during the series of three sessions. Join for as many sessions as you like. Each will be a different opportunity to enjoy art together. Program is capped at 12 people. $20 per session, $10 members. Registration required.
•Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor
•Time: 10-11 a.m., also Aug. 8 and Aug. 22
•Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337
Family
Film
Cool off with a movie at Baldwin Public Library. See “Sonic the Hedgehog 3.” Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before.
•Where: 2385 Grand Ave.
•Time: 1:30-4 p.m.
•Contact: baldwinpl.org
Tuneful notes
Dean Karahalis and the Concert Pops visit Eisenhower Park for
AUG 3
Magic Rocks!
•Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
•Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800
JULY
30
Family movie night
Enjoy a movie under the stars at Eisenhower Park. Enjoy “Transformers One,” the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but who once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. Starring Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: Movie begins at dusk
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
JULY
31
Defensive Driving Class
Baldwin Public Library offers a two-part Defensive Driving course. Reduce your auto insurance and/or points. $35. Registration required.
•Time: 7 p.m.
Illusionist Leon Etienne has sold out venues all over the world with his blockbuster performances of Magic Rocks! Now he arrives on Long Island with his jaw-dropping, critically acclaimed hit show. You’ve seen him on “America’s Got Talent,” “The Tonight Show” with Jimmy Fallon, “Masters of Illusion,” and “Penn & Teller: Fool Us!” Hailed by critics as “America’s Rock Illusionist,” Leon is a worldwide hit with audiences, critics and producers. He’s recognized for his onstage charisma, a fast-paced, high energy, rock n’ roll performance style — and his no-nonsense approach to magic. This interactive, family-friendly spectacular showcases mind-blowing tricks, award-winning sleight of hand and non-stop laughter. Perfect for audiences of all ages, it’s an immersive experience filled with wonder, laughter and jaw-dropping moments you won’t soon forget. From Radio City Music Hall to Planet Hollywood Casino and from Studio City Casino in Macau to his very own theater on the beautiful island waters of Saipan, Etienne’s performance style attracts worldwide attention. Join in this unforgettable night of magic and you’ll see why. $71.75, $60.25, $49.25, $37.25, $31.25.
their popular annual summer concert. Their vivacious style appeals to all ages, drawing everyone into their performance with their intense energy and dynamic musicality. Hear a variety of rousing tunes, including the music of Broadway and Hollywood.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: 7 p.m.
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
JULY
26
Oceanside High School 50th Reunion
Catch up with classmates and friends at Oceanside High School’s Class of 1975 50th Reunion at Knights of Columbus Hall. Reserve your spot now! Cost is $70 per person.
•Where: Knights of Columbus Hall, 2985 Kenneth Place, Oceanside
•Time: 6-11 p.m.
•Contact: Purchase tickets at oceanside-high-school-class-of1975-50th-reunion
Unbox A-Saurus
Dr. Patricia Osiris visits with young paleontologists from Long Island Children’s Museum’s “Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed” gallery. She
plans to unveil a never-beforeseen dinosaur, if she can find a way to open its crate. Join her in the LICM Theater for this highly interactive show, when the audience will assist Dr. Patti in this “scientific” comedy.
$5 with museum admission, $10 theater only.
•Where: Museum Row, Garden City
•Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; also July 30
•Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800
JULY
Music for Sunday Afternoon
The Cambiata Cello Duo, Suzanne Mueller and Paul Lawrence Finkelstein, close out the series with a program spanning centuries and styles. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab a spot and soak in the sounds and scenery at the lawn at The Barn. Concert is included with admission and reservations are not required.
•Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury
•Time: 3-4 p.m.
•Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048
•Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington
•Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com
JULY
28
Summer Food Program
Children ages 18 can stop by for a free nutritious bagged lunch provided by Island Harvest throughout summer. No registration required; first come-first served.
•Where: 2385 Grand Ave.
•Time: Monday through Friday, noon-1 p.m., through Aug. 22
•Contact: baldwinpl.org or call (516) 223-6228
Beach Towel Tie-Dye
Make your beach towel unique with tie-dye at Baldwin Public Library.
•Where: 2385 Grand Ave.
•Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
•Contact: baldwinpl.org
Bubble Magic
JULY
29
Check out Long Island Children’s Museum’s Bubbles exhibit for some extra sudsy fun. Through playful, hands-on experiments explore what makes a bubble form, what makes them pop and discover new creative ways to make bubbles. Stop by anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to participate.
•Where: Museum Row, Garden City
•Where: 2385 Grand Ave.
•Time: 5:45-8:45 p.m., also Aug. 7
•Contact: baldwinpl.org
Summer sounds
Christopher Macchio joins the Nassau Pops at Eisenhower Park for “Opera and the Classics.” Enjoy a lively evening that’s both familiar and unexpected.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: 7 p.m.
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
In concert
AUG
2
Eisenhower Park welcomes all to its annual Salute to Veterans concert, featuring American Bombshells and Rolling Stones tribute band Streetfighter.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: 6:45 p.m.
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
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Public Notices
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU BOARD OF MANAGERS OF HELENA GARDENS CONDOMINIUM, Plaintiff against RAYMOND T. BAZILIO, et al. Defendants -
Pursuant to the Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 29, 2025, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York on August 5, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 1690 Grand Avenue, Apt. A4, Baldwin, NY. All that certain plot, piece, tract or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 0036, Block 00395-00 and Lot 00525, Unit 00103. Approximate amount of the lien $4,928.17 plus interest and costs and accrued monthly assessments and special assessments owed to Plaintiff from May 6, 2024 through the date of auction. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #23-610763. Peter H. Levy, Esq., Referee. Taylor, Eldridge & Endres, P.C., (Attorneys for Plaintiff) 811 West Jericho Turnpike, Suite 101W, Smithtown, New York 11787 (631) 265-5550, Fax (631) 265-5590
Dated: 06/24/25 154328
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 27, 2025. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on the 13th day of August, 2025 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, Baldwin, County of Nassau, and State of New York.
Premises known as 1420 Grand Avenue, North Baldwin, NY 11510.
(District: 10, Section: 36, Block: 230, Lot: 50)
Approximate amount of lien $1,101,764.18 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
Index No. 615033/2019. Michael Joseph Sepe, Esq., Referee.
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170
Tel. 347/286-7409
For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832
Dated: June 16, 2025
BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, -againstANDREA RICHARDS JEAN, ET AL.
LEGAL NOTICE
REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU
WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE OF STRUCTURED ASSET
MORTGAGE
INVESTMENTS II INC., BEAR STEARNS ALT-A TRUST II, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-1, Plaintiffagainst - MAURO A. TURCIOS, et al Defendant(s).
During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 154430
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU
WILMINGTON
SAVINGS FUND
SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY
NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on May 27, 2025, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST is the Plaintiff and ANDREA RICHARDS JEAN, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on August 13, 2025 at 2:00PM, the premises known as 2984 VERITY LANE, BALDWIN, NY 11510, tax map identification 54-542-15, and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT BALDWIN, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK . . . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 612807/2022; Adrienne Flipse Hausch, Esq., as Referee; Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 154551
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF IGLOO SERIES V TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. DHARMANAND LATCHMAN, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 3, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 5, 2025 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 712 Brook Court, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 32 and Lot 12. Approximate amount of judgment is $432,130.43 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605715/2023.
Oscar A. Prieto, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 192580-5 154342
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST JESSICA RIOS AKA JESSICA KING, NOEL RIOS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 21, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 2684 Park Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain
plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, Section 54 Block 482 Lot 34, 35, & 213. Approximate amount of judgment $563,301.50 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #620501/2023. Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 23-004065 86135 154444
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-1, Plaintiff AGAINST Bernadette Jackson a/k/a Bernadette D. Jackson; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 3, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 12, 2025, at 2:00PM, premises known as 3420 Bertha Drive, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin Harbor, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 0054 Block 0051-00 Lot 00059. Approximate amount of judgment $548,043.85 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 616278/2018. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”
Raymond Nardo, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792
Dated: June 27, 2025 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2831 154532
LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 012349/2013 COUNTY OF NASSAU
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 $544,185.00 and interest, recorded on March 10, 2006, in Liber M 30193 at Page 105, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York.,
BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. STEPHANIE J ADAMS AKA STEPHANIE J HEINS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN HEINS AKA JOHN HEIN; JOYCE ANN DUFFY AKA JOYCE ANN HEINS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN HEINS AKA JOHN HEIN; NICOLE L PRONGAY AKA NICOLE L HEINS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN HEINS AKA JOHN HEIN; JOHN M HEINS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN HEINS AKA JOHN HEIN; SARAH HEINS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN HEINS AKA JOHN HEIN; STEPHANIE N HEINS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN HEINS AKA JOHN HEIN; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN HEINS AKA JOHN HEIN, 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; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; CREDIT GROWTH & INCOME FUND LLC (A/A/O) HOUSEHOLD FINANCE; FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO.; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; SAMANTHA WAGNER; CYNTHIA COLAIACINO, Defendants. Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 28 ARTHUR ST., BALDWIN, NY 11510 Section: 54, Block: 434, Lot: 50-52
covering premises known as 28 ARTHUR ST., BALDWIN, NY 11510.
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. NASSAU 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: May 15th, 2025 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 154743
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff, vs. TIMOTHY KILGANNON, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 5, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive,
BALDWIN
July 24,
Attorney General celebrates new police facility in Nassau County
By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com
At a landmark ribbon-cutting event in Nassau County, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder and other dignitaries to celebrate the opening of a state-of-theart police training facility at Nassau Community College. The new training village, near the David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence, was constructed with real-world buildings to simulate authentic law enforcement scenarios and is designed to enhance training for federal, state and local officers.
Bondi praised the vision and cooperation that brought the facility to life, particularly highlighting the role of public-private partnerships in funding the project. Drawing on her experience as a longtime felony prosecutor, Bondi emphasized the life-saving importance of rigorous, real-world police training.
“I was there for 18 years [as] a felony bureau chief trying hundreds of cases, but I lost a lot of friends who are police officers,” she said at the July 13 ribboncutting ceremony. “This facility behind us today will save the lives of police officers, and that’s why we’re doing this.”
The training village includes model houses, storefronts and even a train for officers to practice handling a variety of scenarios.
Blakeman credited Commissioner Ryder and numerous community donors for helping complete the project on time and on budget. Among those recognized for their contributions were the Blumenkranz family, the Hagedorn family, Sean Acosta, Harry Singh, David Mack and Shalom Maidenbaum. Singh, who immigrated to the U.S. with only $300 and built a successful business empire, was honored for his generosity and commitment to public service and the facility will be named in his honor.
“When I became county executive, the first thing I did was I declared Nas-
sau County is not a sanctuary County,” Blakeman said. “I said we would back the blue and we have hired 300 new police officers and over 200 new correctional officers, all of our major crimes are way down, rapes, murders, robberies down 15 percent just in the last year.”
Ryder emphasized that the training village was built for and by the residents of Nassau County and will benefit the 1.5 million people living in the county.
“We built the training village that we’ve invited every one of our federal and state and local partners, they will come here to cross train with us,” Ryder said. “We have partnered up with the Nassau Community College. We have
Public Notices
Mineola, NY 11501 on August 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 3177 Milburn Avenue a/k/a 1009 Van Buren Street, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 378 and Lots 1590, 1591 and 1592. Approximate amount of judgment is $305,122.04 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #619328/2023. Cash
will not be accepted.
Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 154729
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU
U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2
ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST
SATYAWATTIE
DHARMANAND AKA
SATYAWATTIE D. DHARMANAND, DHARMANAND LATCHMAN, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 19, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 2746 Park Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain
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started an internship program with them where they will receive college credits.”
Bondi also used the occasion to reaffirm the Trump administration’s support for law enforcement and denounce anti-police rhetoric.
“The attacks on our police officers, we will not stand for any longer. But know this, Donald Trump and our entire administration will never tolerate any attacks on our police officers,” she stated. “If you spit on a police officer, it’s a crime. If you loot a building, it’s a crime. If you assault a police offi-
cer, it’s a crime.”
She noted that the Department of Justice has offered $157 million in grants to help hire 1,200 new officers nationwide and is committed to removing federal overreach that undermines police.
“Every day all of you go out and risk your lives for us. We stand with you. We thank you. Our entire administration, starting with President Trump, is 100 percent committed to you,” Bondi said. “You are our heroes today, tomorrow and for every day to come.”
Courtesy Nassau County
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman at the unveiling of a new police training village at Nassau Community College on July 13.
Courtesy Nassau County
The ribbon-cutting ceremony revealed a new facility that officers from across the county will utilize for training purposes.
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In today’s world, bomb shelters are part of the conversation
Q. We live in Israel and, yes, we read your column. Our apartment building is just blocks from where a missile strike hit another apartment building and our hospital. Strange times we live in, when we have to run to our bomb shelter on the sixth floor when we hear sirens, just like you would run to the basement if a tornado siren went off. I was wondering, after neighbors were killed by missiles, is it possible to build a stronger safe room, because we need it and don’t want to die just because of where we live?
A. Fascinating question. I follow the news, and see the damage and fear from the sense of vulnerability you feel. When I received your question, I was, ironically, touring the behind-the-scenes research and testing facilities at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, just two days before bomber jets, like the B-2 stealth bomber I was standing under the wings of, were deployed to take out Iran’s nuclear facilities.
The massive impact of a missile is hard to resist, and although there are many military and non-military studies on bomb-proofing, there’s no one-size-fits-all scenario. The key to building a shelter that can resist a bomb is based on two basic premises. One principle of survival is to repel a bomb, and the other is to absorb the impact.
It’s interesting that engineers, whom I believe have played a strong role in our freedom over the centuries, studied, and succeeded in creating, designs that saved the lives of sailors on vulnerable P.T. boats. Those boat hulls were made of the same construction as concrete (gunite) pools. Gunite concrete has some of the highest construction strength achievable, at over 6,000 pounds per square inch.
The pools and P.T. boats are as strong as steel, and when all of the layers of steel reinforcement rods are contoured into the shape of a boat hull, they ships prove capable, as they did in World War II, of catching exploding torpedoes and absorbing the impact. In some cases, torpedoes survived, embedded in the boats’ hulls, so the boats had to be abandoned rather than return to port, and then the torpedoes were detonated. Most important, the sailors survived.
Missiles are another matter, however. I’m not aware of any building that sustains a direct hit being able to survive, so the important principle is to sacrifice the building for the sake of the occupants — just like sacrificing those P.T. boats. In the case of a bomb shelter, engineers have to approach the design by developing several feet of redundant shells, layered with shock-absorbing gel layers of material. The inner shell needs to be extremely strong steel or gunite — reinforced concrete — to resist the shock. I employed impact design when developing a high-security station for our military in Saudi Arabia, and then for a gun range project. You would need the area and money for such a lifesaving project. I hope you remain safe!
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Admiration of a former president from across the aisle
When I was elected to Congress in 1992, I certainly didn’t anticipate the close working relationship I would have with Bill Clinton, who was elected president that year. I was a lifelong Republican from New York, elected with strong Conservative Party support. Clinton was a staunch Democrat from Arkansas with roots in the anti-war movement.
I had met him in Manhattan in April 1992, two days before New York’s Democratic presidential primary. I was still the Nassau County comptroller, and had not yet announced my candidacy for Congress. A group of New York Irish-American Democrats led by elder statesman Paul O’Dwyer had scheduled a meeting with Clinton and his remaining challenger, Jerry Brown, the former California governor. Though we were far apart on the political spectrum, O’Dwyer and I were good friends.
When Clinton arrived, I was standing in the rear of the room. He made a brief opening statement before answering questions from a panel of four. What I
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iquickly noted was his relaxed familiarity with Ireland’s 800-year struggle with Britain and its most recent iteration, the more than two decades of war being waged in the streets and hills of Northern Ireland, euphemistically labeled “the Troubles.” There were no pandering references to green beer or shamrocks. Nor did he make the ritualistic denunciation of terrorism.
HIn an answer to a burning issue that would have lasting consequences later, Clinton said he would grant a visa to Gerry Adams, the leader of Sinn Fein, the political party affiliated with the Irish Republican Army. He also said the United States had the obligation to speak out against human rights violations even if the offending nation was Britain, our closest ally. More than what he said was his ease in dealing with an issue that rendered most politicians tongue-tied or made them fall back on timeworn clichés.
comptroller was — and with both of us being entirely unaware how much our lives would be interlocked over the next several years, and not just on the Irish issue.
onoring Carolyn McCarthy recently, Bill Clinton was as eloquent as ever.
Remaining in the back of the room while photos were being taken near the front, I waited until Clinton was leaving the room by the rear door. I shook his hand, and said, “Good job, Governor.” He smiled, thanked me and walked on, not having the slightest idea or caring in the least who the Nassau County
Clinton went on to become the 42nd president, and just a year later kept his campaign promise when he granted Adams a visa to enter the United States, which was followed by meetings with Adams in the White House and Congress, which caused seismic reactions throughout the British government and the American State Department as well. But Clinton’s leadership and determination, which included unprecedented presidential visits to the most dangerous locations in Northern Ireland, on which I accompanied him, as well as the diplomatic alliances he forged with British and Irish Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern, led to the signing of the Good Friday Agreement in April 1998, ending that brutal 800-year-long struggle.
There was more to the Clinton years than Ireland. There was also his decisive action that successfully ended the Balkan wars in Bosnia and Kosovo. Domestically, he worked across the aisle with Newt Gingrich to achieve welfare reform as well as the only balanced bud-
get in the more than three decades since.
While all this was happening, of course, Clinton faced the first presidential impeachment in more than 130 years, and until then only the second in American history. While he had made serious mistakes in judgment, I strongly believed that what he was accused of did not meet the Constitution’s requirements for impeachment, or for removing from office the duly elected president, and would set a dangerous precedent for future presidencies. I was proud to stand with Clinton as one of only two Republicans who voted against all four articles of impeachment. And I have never questioned that decision.
All this and more came rushing back to me several weeks ago, when I joined Clinton as one of the speakers at the Celebration of Life for former Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy, who died last month. Though he had been out of office for almost 25 years, the former president was as eloquent as ever, movingly describing his admiration and affection for McCarthy’s heroism and strength of character in overcoming horrific personal tragedy to achieve so much good for America. Once again, President Clinton came through.
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
long past time to shut down the cellphone
am a person of infinite patience. My friends compliment me on my ability to patiently listen to ideas from both sides of the aisle. I love watching the daily news on my laptop and on my cellphone. I read opinion columns, and occasionally get to read a nonfiction book on some current topic. But I must confess that I am now in a state of news overload. I’m not quite sure when this illness kicked in, but if you think about all of the news events in recent weeks, you’ll easily understand why I, or anyone, could easily fall into a state of media-nausea. I think the first story that engulfed my ability to digest facts was President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Shortly after it passed in the House of Representatives, my phone began ringing off the hook with calls from important clients, asking about the impact of the budget cuts on Medicaid, SNAP and
other significant programs.
Alerted to the terms of the bill, I began a line-by-line review, and became more horrified once I understood the scope of the cuts. I couldn’t understand how the House could find billions of dollars to cut from Medicaid and claim that they were all related to rooting out “waste, fraud and abuse.” Taking food away from children isn’t the way to save taxpayers real money. By mid-June I was wilting under the barrage of calls asking for advice on how to get the attention of the region’s federal officials. Always looking on the bright side, I was pleased that the bill included such items as raising the state-and-local-taxes deduction cap to $40,000, and reduced taxes on tips and Social Security and many other goodies that were consistent with promises Trump made. I assumed that the Senate would support many provisions of the House bill and trim the Medicaid cuts. I assured many of my callers that there was hope that cooler heads would prevail, and the Senate bill would be palatable.
First the bill, then the primary, then Epstein. It’s time to escape, and to ditch the device.
Come July, the Senate bill was ready for a formal vote, and its contents were even uglier. Rather than scale back the Medicaid cuts, the Senate found ways to increase them. The promised expansion of the SALT cap was altered to providing three years of an expanded credit and then reducing it to the old $10,000 cap. The elimination of taxes on Social Security disappeared, and the no-taxes-on-tips provision is scheduled to expire after 2028.
The torrent of calls asking for my opinion had just about ended when New York City Democrats chose the inexperienced Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani as their nominee for mayor. When the final results came in on primary night, I shut down my cellphone. Dozens of friends and neighbors wanted to know how to stop Mamdani. Ironically, many of them didn’t vote in the primary because they were registered Republicans or independents, and in some cases they were registered Democrats who failed to vote. I refused to console any qualified voter who failed to vote.
Now, weeks later, I’m being asked who I favor in the contest between Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams. I have no preference between the two, but there appears to be no way to beat Mamdani unless there is one independent candidate. At this point, neither Adams nor Cuomo shows any signs of getting out of the race in the interest of harmony. If both stay in, there’s no chance that Mamdani can be stopped.
Burdened by all of these panicked calls, I decided that the best thing I can do for my wife, Suzan, and I is to go away for a week or so and maybe shut down my phone. I can check messages from time to time, but that’s it. We’re leaving in search of a change of scenery.
No sooner I had made our airline reservations than the Jeffrey Epstein saga erupted. I told callers that we weren’t interested in visiting Epstein’s island or anywhere else attached to his name. My cellphone is now in the freezer, so don’t bother calling.
Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. Comments about this column? jkremer@ liherald.com.
long Island water users just won a major legal battle — but we are still far from winning the war for clean water.
A $10.5 billion national settlement with the multinational chemical manufacturer 3M over the widespread contamination of drinking water with PFAS — so-called “forever chemicals” — includes over $250 million for public water providers in Nassau and Suffolk counties. This hard-fought-for financial relief will help cover the staggering cost of removing toxic substances from our drinking water. But it will be payment for damage already done, not a fix for what still threatens our sole-source aquifer every day.
Long Islanders rely entirely on a single underground water source, an aquifer that provides drinking water to more than 2.8 million people. It has been under assault for decades by chemical pollutants that seep through soil, spill into drainage systems and leach from landfills and industrial sites.
Among the most dangerous threats are PFAS compounds, man-made chemicals used in everything from firefighting foam to non-stick cookware that do not break down over time and accumulate in both the environment and our bodies. Exposure to these chemicals has been linked to health problems such as decreased fertility, developmental complications in children and an increased risk of some cancers and immune system issues.
In more than a few of our communities, these pollutants have created brownfields — usually industrial or commercial sites that are abandoned,
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Lights of Hope against cancer
To the Editor:
I would like to thank the Herald for its support of the first annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s Lights of Hope celebration at Glen Cove’s Morgan Memorial Park on July 12. The evening was a celebration of cancer survivors as well as a remembrance of those who have passed. By adding the event to your calendar, and printing a well-thoughtout story, you helped to raise awareness of the event.
I would also like to thank the City of Glen Cove and the wonderful people in the area for their support. And I would like to thank Loggia 1016 of the Sons and Daughters of Italy for their sponsorship. The event would not have been possible without the community support.
I’m happy to report that donations exceeded expectations, and we will definitely be back
vacant or under-used, and where redevelopment or reuse is complicated by the presence or potential presence of at least one, if not more, contaminants.
The settlement is a victory for local water providers, many of whom have led the charge in holding chemical companies accountable. But it also shines a light on an uncomfortable truth: Long Island is already paying dearly for decades of environmental neglect.
Since 2017, more than $1 billion has been spent on installing and maintaining sophisticated water-treatment systems, according to federal estimates. And even with this financial award, residents and ratepayers will continue to bear the burden of ongoing operating costs.
So, while restitution is essential, it is not enough. The fight for clean water cannot begin at the filtration plant. It must begin at the source — with laws, oversight and habits that will keep our groundwater clean in the first place.
To policymakers: This is your moment to act. Strengthen oversight of chemical manufacturing, storage and disposal. Expand groundwater protection zones, especially near vulnerable recharge areas. Invest in forward-thinking, sustainable water infrastructure that protects our aquifer before contaminants reach it. Laws must reflect the seriousness of the threat, the indispensability of the resource and the fact that the water cannot be replaced.
To state and local agencies and appointed officials: It’s time to audit the regulatory framework governing industrial, agricultural and even residential activities that affect water quality. Permitting and enforcement must be rigor-
ous. No project, permit or loophole should be allowed to jeopardize our only supply of drinking water.
Long Island residents and business owners are part of the solution. Everyday actions matter — from how you dispose of household chemicals to the fertilizers and cleaning agents you use. Learn about the long-term impact of routine habits. Information is available from a variety of sources, beginning with local and state health departments. Support local clean-water initiatives. Vote for leaders who prioritize the environment. And above all, treat water conservation not as a suggestion, but as a shared responsibility.
This is not alarmism. It’s realism. The aquifer beneath Long Island cannot be replaced, rerouted or remade. We have no second source to draw from if it becomes too polluted or depleted. Every gallon of water pumped from below is a gallon we must protect with vigilance, policy and foresight.
Yes, the 3M settlement is a victory — but it should also be a warning. We cannot afford to celebrate a payout while the source of our water remains under threat. Financial settlements help heal wounds, but they do not prevent the next injury. That requires a cultural shift — from passive reliance to proactive stewardship.
Clean water is the foundation of our health, our economy and our communities. Long Island must now recommit — urgently, and collectively — to safeguarding the aquifer that sustains us all. Let’s make sure that in the future, headlines about our water celebrate prevention, not just compensation.
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Nassau County has a partisan grant fund blockade
each of Nassau County’s 19 legislative districts is allocated an equal sum in capital infrastructure funds to be applied toward hyperlocal initiatives through the Community Revitalization Program. This empowers each legislator to meet the needs of his or her school districts and communities by supporting projects for local schools, libraries, parks and first responder agencies.
The process for accessing those funds — which have already been allocated through approval of the capital plan — should be simple.
After a legislator completes an application, CRPs go to the county executive’s office. There it should be reviewed to ensure that it is complete, and that the project is suitable for county funding with a CRP. The completed item should then be sent to the County Legislature, where it should be placed on the calendar and approved.
I say “should” because, since the
start of this legislative term, County Executive Bruce Blakeman has been fulfilling requests for the Republican majority, and stonewalling the Democratic minority.
The numbers speak for themselves. Since January 2024, Republicans have had 46 of their grant requests approved, while Democrats have seen none of their pending requests approved or considered in regular order. The only grants we received came after we drew a line in the sand with the county executive and forced his hand.
tum, in Glen Cove; and $100,000 for a local history center at Port Washington Library.
he county executive is blocking the use of funds OK’d for Democratic districts.
This spring, we successfully leveraged our votes for the 2025 capital plan — which requires a 13-vote supermajority to pass — and secured funding for 14 pending CRP grants for first responders, totaling $1.3 million, as part of the 2025 capital plan bond ordinance.
Still, more than 30 Democratic CRPs remain caught in the partisan blockade, and in District 11, that includes grants for $350,000 to improve Pascucci Field, in Glen Cove; $275,000 for an allability playground in Port Washington; $110,000 to upgrade Maccarone Stadi-
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next year. Proceeds from Lights of Hope go toward cancer prevention, education and advocacy.
PETER O’CONNOR American Cancer Society volunteer
Editors’ note: The American Cancer Society’s 32nd annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Long Island walk will take place on Oct. 19, from 7 to 10:30 a.m., at Jones Beach’s Field 5. For more information, go to MakingStridesWalk.org/ LongIsland.
We’re safeguarding wildlife and waterways
To the Editor:
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapters of the state’s Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York.
Last year, the Division of Law Enforcement fielded more than 105,700 calls, resulting in Environmental Conservation police officers and investigators across the state responding to more than 30,000 complaints and working on cases that resulted in 15,755 tickets or arrests for violations ranging from deer poaching to solid waste dumping, illegal min-
Beyond the individual projects, what does all this mean for you? Simply put, County Executive Blakeman is blocking Democratic legislators from using funding that has already been accounted for and allocated for improving their districts. Not only is this grossly inequitable, but by failing to complete his ministerial role in the CRP process, Blakeman is once again ignoring the job he was elected to do and bringing his exclusionary approach to governing into sharp focus.
Since joining the Legislature in 2012, I have never witnessed this level of blatant partisanship in the handling of the CRP program. These funds belong to county taxpayers, and they cannot be used for any other purpose. With the refusal to process Democratic projects, many worthwhile endeavors are being held up, and the taxpayers in the districts we serve — Democrats, Republicans and independents alike — are the ones who are harmed.
The most galling part of all of this is how little sense it makes. Shouldn’t the county executive — who serves all 1.4 million residents of Nassau County, and is elected by the voters in all 19 districts — want to see projects move forward in every district? District 11 has a nearly even split of registered Democrats and Republicans, and this community is well aware of how Blakeman has been the biggest obstacle to progress on initiatives they care deeply about.
As the leader of the Democratic minority delegation in the Legislature, I, along with my colleagues, will continue to call out this inequitable and, frankly, incompetent approach to governing that Blakeman has employed for the past three and a half years. As we continue fighting for resources that our communities demand and deserve, I encourage you to contact the county executive’s office, at (516) 571-3131, or bab@nassaucountyny.gov, and respectfully implore him to serve every community in the county equitably and fully.
Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, of Glen Cove, represents Nassau County’s 11th Legislative District and is the Legislature’s minority leader.
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ing, the illegal pet trade, and excessive emissions.
On July 7, three officers partnered with the Nassau County Police Department and the U.S. Coast Guard for a boat patrol on the Long Island Sound. The officers checked boats and anglers for compliance with state fishing regulations, navigation law and overall boater safety. They inspected a vessel north of Glen Cove, and discovered an expired fire extinguisher, expired flares, and only four personal flotation devices for the five people on board. The officers issued a ticket and warning to the boat captain, terminated the voyage, followed the vessel back to a nearby marina and advised the captain that they could take the boat back out if they brought another PFD on board.
In separate incidents that day across the Sound, officers ticketed anglers for possessing undersized porgy and fluke, including one angler who had more than two dozen undersized porgy, the smallest measuring 8.5 inches. Porgy must be at least 11 inches to be kept when fishing from a vessel.
DEC officers are on patrol to safeguard the state’s air, water, wildlife and public safety. To report an environmental violation or incident, call (844) 332-3267 for 24-hour dispatch, or report nonurgent violations at dec.ny.gov.
DeLia DeriGGi-wHitton
Mount Sinai South Nassau is Improving Health Care on the South Shore
The new Fennessy Family Emergency Department at Mount Sinai South Nassau doubles the size of our previous emergency department, o ering 54 private exam rooms with clear lines of sight for physicians, nurses, and support sta . Our new emergency department also o ers a separate triage area, dedicated areas for children and behavioral health patients, and has been designed to reduce wait times and improve patient outcomes.
The Fennessy Family Emergency Department is located within the new Feil Family Pavilion, opening later this year, which will have 40 new critical care suites and nine new operating rooms, designed to support the most complex surgeries on the South Shore.
To learn more visit www.mountsinai.org/feilpavilion
