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New accessible playground set for Brookside “We really just want children to learn, play and thrive on the playground,” Mignella S t u d e n t s i n t h e t h i r d said. Brookside has separate recthrough fifth grades at Brookside Elementary School in reation areas for younger and Baldwin have been missing older elementary students. The something important during equipment for students in the recess — a playground of their third through fifth g rades, which Mignella said was donatown. The aging play area for the ed by parents more than a school’s older studecade a go, was dents was taken out decommissioned of service after after it became deteriorating equipfaulty and unsafe. ment raised safety After becoming concer ns, leaving superintendent, them without a dedMignella made it a icated place to priority to assess cl i m b, s l i d e a n d playgrounds across explore. the district and ScoTT M. DAVIS However, a Naswork with schools, Nassau County sau County grant is community memexpected to give legislator bers and PTAs to t h e m t h at s p a c e deter mine where back — this time with a new, improvements were needed. fully accessible playground “Brookside was definitely in designed to serve students of need,” he said. “That one playall abilities. ground had to be taken apart Nassau County Legislator because some of the equipment Scott M. Davis, who represents was faulty and not safe.” parts of Baldwin, secured a The new, fully accessible $150,000 Community Revitaliza- space will include age-approtion Project grant on July 27. priate climbing structures, Baldwin School District Super- slides, interactive play features, intendent Anthony Mignella shaded seating and gathering said the new equipment will areas. Mignella said the equipdirectly benefit roughly 250 ment is being designed so chilBrookside students. Continued on page 6

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Making wishes possible At the end of last school year, Baldwin Middle School students donated $15,000 raised through a fundraiser to Make-A-Wish, which also led to a new partnership training Baldwin school nurses to connect eligible children with wishes.

A field where everyone can play Liam’s Legacy seeks bringing inclusivity to Baldwin Park By AllYSoN FERRARI aferrari@liherald.com

Brian Driscoll hopes his 10-year-old son, Liam, will one day get to experience what other young athletes do. Liam, who uses a wheelchair and is nonverbal, loves sports — particularly the lights, music and excitement at the games. Liam was born with tetralogy of Fallot, a congenital heart defect that required open-heart surgery when he was 3 months old. At age 3 he was diagnosed with ATRX syndrome, a rare genetic condition. He also has permanent hearing loss, microcephaly and developmental delays. Liam is not yet able to sit independently, walk

or speak, but his father wants him to have the chance to come up to bat with music playing, hear his name announced, see himself on a scoreboard and listen to a crowd cheer him on. “Without the assistance of someone, he’s not able to do things on his own,” he said of Liam. “So there’s not much out there for him.” Driscoll, of Oceanside, the founder of the Liam’s Legacy Athletic Association, is working to build a fully accessible baseball field in Baldwin Park for children and young adults with physical, developmental, cognitive and sensory disabilities. The project is still in the planning stages and has not received formal approval, but Continued on page 16

he more accessible it is for everyone, the better it is.

Greene to connect students, school leaders By ALLYSON FERRARI aferrari@liherald.com

Jonnae Greene, an incoming junior at Baldwin High School, was recently sworn in as the district’s secondever student representative to the Board of Education and the first junior to hold the position. Stepping into the role means Jonnae, 16, will have a new responsibility: making sure students have a voice in conversations about decisions that affect their education. “Something that is very important when it comes to my role is really serving as a bridge for administration, students and the community,” she said. “A lot of the things that are being decided at the board meetings do have a large impact on students and their overall experience in school.” Jonnae first learned about the student representative position after attending a Board of Education meeting in February. Her attendance stemmed from her involvement in the Nassau County Bar Association’s Future Advocates Program. As part of a summer internship, Jonnae was among Baldwin students who worked with the bar association to help develop curriculum for the program. She served on a media production team that created instructional case videos for participating schools across Nassau County. While at the February meeting, Jonnae learned about the newly established student representative position. She spoke with board members, who encouraged her to apply for the position the following year. As part of the selection process, candidates created campaign videos that were shown during community circles before students voted for their preferred representative. “As a high school student, I don’t want to just represent the high school because this is for the whole dis-

JONNAE GREENE trict,” she said. “You do want to hear from the little ones at the elementary schools and the middle school.” Although the idea has not yet been fully approved, Jonnae hopes to gather student feedback through surveys during community circles, giving her peers an opportunity to share the issues that are important to them. “I really want to be that person that people can talk

to,” she said. Jonnae said students can also speak with her directly or send her an email about individual concerns that may not be addressed through broader surveys. “A lot of things have to do with mental health,” Jonnae said. “I know that a lot of students, especially within the school, have very rigorous courses, and they have a very demanding schedule.” She pointed to students balancing AP and honors courses with after-school clubs and activities, as well as responsibilities at home, including caring for younger siblings. Jonnae believes her experience as a student can give board members insight into how attending school today differs from when they were students, particularly in the years since the Covid pandemic, with the influence of social media and a greater focus on mental health. Outside her new role, Jonnae has long been interested in media and public speaking. She is involved with Baldwin High School’s Youth Change Leader Collaborative, a student-led group focused on leadership, civic engagement and community initiatives. Through the group’s media team, Jonnae helps produce videos highlighting school events, community topics and sports. She will also participate in student government during her junior year and has been involved in public speaking since elementary school. Looking beyond high school, Jonnae said she is interested in pursuing broadcasting and news, and believes the reporting, writing and research skills she has developed through media complement her role as student representative. “With that practice on reporting and writing and doing my research as well, it helps me to be able to report accurately on things that are happening within the school and in the Baldwin community,” she said.

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Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, far right, and Anthony D’Esposito, third from right, stood with World War II veteran David Marshall, second from right.

Baldwin firefighters join countywide parade By ABIGAIL GRIECO & ALLYSON FERRARI of the Herald

For members of the Oceanside Fire Department, the Nassau County Firefighters Association Parade was about much more than fire trucks rolling down Long Beach Road. It was about community — and for Baldwin resident and 101-year-old World War II veteran David Marshall, it was also a chance to celebrate the people and traditions that have remained important throughout his life. Hosted by the Oceanside Fire Department on Aug. 8, the parade brought 25 fire departments from throughout Nassau County to Oceanside as part of a celebration honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary. The day featured food vendors, children’s activities, community groups, a concert and fireworks. But at its heart was a celebration of Nassau County’s volunteer fire service and the residents who support it. “It’s a parade for all of Nassau County,” Oceanside Fire Department Chief Kevin Klein said. Marshall, a Baldwin resident since the 1960s and a member of Oceanside Jewish War Veterans Post 717, attended the celebration and reflected on the significance of being there. “I’m just so happy to be here,” Marshall said. “I’m alive to be here. It really is a pleasure, a distinct joy.” Marshall’s presence added a special connection to the patriotic celebration. He was drafted into the Army in 1943 and served with the 84th Infantry Division, known as the Railsplitters. He spent 170 days in combat during the war and later received numerous military honors, including the Bronze Star. After the war, Marshall attended City College, where he studied chemistry. He eventually built a career designing machinery for cosmetics companies and raised his family. He moved from Queens to Baldwin in the 1960s, where he has remained for decades. While Marshall’s story spans generations, the parade offered a look at anoth-

Baldwin firefighters proudly represented their department, honoring Nassau County’s volunteer fire service and community spirit.

Baldwin resident and 101-year-old World War II veteran David Marshall attended the Nassau County Firefighters Association Parade in Oceanside on Aug. 8. er tradition built around service: Nassau County’s volunteer fire departments. Outside of responding to emergency calls, the Nassau County fire departments have continued to remain involved in community events, taking part in activities with the local schools, supporting local sports teams, attending homecoming celebrations and helping with community service projects. “We feel very strongly that if we can interact and meet our community members in a more relaxed, friendly scenario, that they may recognize faces,” Klein said. That familiarity can be especially meaningful if firefighters eventually find themselves responding to residents’ homes during emergencies. “They may know who’s coming to their house when there’s an emergency, and obviously that makes things a lot easier for both sides,” Klein said. T h e d e p a r t m e n t ’s c o m m u n i t y

involvement also helps introduce younger residents to the possibility of joining the department later on as volunteer firefighters. Klein said children who grow up seeing firefighters at school events, football games, car washes and community celebrations may eventually consider becoming volunteers themselves when they are old enough. “They may say, ‘Oh, you know, these are good people. We want to be part of this,’” Klein said. That message of volunteerism was par ticularly impor tant to for mer Oceanside Fire Department Chief and parade committee Chairman Pat Madden. Madden, who joined the department in the early 1990s, recalled the excitement surrounding fire department parades when he was younger. He said he was immediately drawn to marching in uniform while crowds gathered along the streets to cheer. “I was hooked after the first parade,” Madden said. “You felt, you know, you’re dressed in your blue and everybody’s cheering you.” Decades later, Madden and Klein said the tradition of fire department parades has become less common as volunteer departments face the realities of modern life. “Unfortunately, like a lot of other things as far as volunteering, the

parades are kind of dying off,” Klein said. For Madden, that made Oceanside’s celebration even more meaningful. The members of the department are the same people residents see around town every day — neighbors, parents, friends and co-workers who give their time to help others. “We are strictly volunteer,” Madden said. “We miss dinners, we miss engagements sometimes, miss sleep, to put our community first.” The event also gave firefighters from different departments an opportunity to reconnect. Many of the departments regularly work together during emergencies, assisting one another through mutual aid and providing standby coverage for events. Klein said that camaraderie is an important part of the volunteer fire service. “Just to get together with some of the other departments is just a great event, especially outside of an emergency,” he said. As the parade wound through Oceanside, residents had the chance to cheer on firefighters from their own community as well as departments from across the county, serving as a reminder that behind every uniform is a volunteer who chose to give back.

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Baldwin man gets 20 years to life for fatal shooting instant by this defendant’s reckless disregard for human life,” Donnelly said in a statement. “Jacob McMillan chose to settle a petty dispute with violence and senselessly fired into a crowded party without a second thought, tragically killing Amira with a stray bullet.” Prosecutors said McMillan hid in a backyard about a block from the party before being picked up by a ride-share vehicle around 11 p.m. The vehicle took him to Coolidge Avenue in Baldwin, near his home on Wales Avenue. Investigators reviewed surveillance footage that tracked McMillan’s movements before and after the shooting, according to the district attorney’s office. Video showed him arriving at the Baldwin Long Island Rail Road station earlier that evening, taking a Nassau Inter-County Express bus and getting off near the Willow Avenue home shortly before the shooting. Doorbell camera footage from across the street also captured McMillan, prosecutors said. McMillan was arrested in Baldwin on Dec. 2 by the Nassau County Police Department’s Bureau of Special Operations and Homicide Squad. The case was prosecuted by Senior Litigation Counsel Brian Rodriguez of the district attorney’s Homicide Bureau and Deputy Bureau Chief Paula Cajdler of the Narcotics, Firearms and Gangs Bureau. McMillan was represented by Brian Carmody. — Allyson Ferrari

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A Baldwin man was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for firing into a crowd at a Hempstead house party last year, killing a 19-year-old college athlete with a stray bullet, Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced. Jacob McMillan, 19, was sentenced after pleading guilty June 4 to second-degree murder, second-degree attempted murder and second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. According to prosecutors, McMillan tried to enter a house party on Willow Avenue in Hempstead at about 10:50 p.m. on Nov. 22, 2025. When someone hosting the party attempted to pat him down before allowing him inside, McMillan refused to be searched, pulled out a gun and fired twice. One victim was struck in the arm while diving behind a car for cover, prosecutors said. McMillan fled south on Kennedy Avenue before turning and firing another shot toward the party. The bullet passed through the shoulder of another person before striking 19-year-old Amira McCleod, of St. Albans, Queens, in the head. McCleod, a student-athlete at Monroe University who was attending the party with friends, was pronounced dead at the scene. The two other shooting victims were taken to local hospitals and treated for their injuries. “Amira McCleod was a gifted student athlete whose future was stolen in an

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Jacob McMillan, of Baldwin, pictured after his arrest in December 2025, was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for fatally shooting 19-year-old Monroe University student-athlete Amira McCleod at a Hempstead house party.

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dren of different abilities can play alongside one another. The design is intended to offer more than just opportunities for physical activity. Mignella said it will allow students space to use their imaginations, build confidence and create memories with friends. “Inclusivity, I mean, it’s as simple as that,” Davis said. “The more accessible it is for everyone, the better it is.” Families from across Baldwin also will be welcomed to use the playground outside of school hours. Mignella said that broader access can give children a place to step away from cellphones and other electronic devices and spend time outdoors interacting with one another. The funding grew out of conversations between Mignella and Davis that began nearly a year ago, after Baldwin became part of Davis’s legislative district. The county legislator said he wanted to familiarize himself with the newer communities he represented and learn more about local priorities. Last fall, Davis toured the school district and visited Brookside, where he saw the recreation area. The visit led to discussions about replacing the school’s aging playground and, eventually, a funding proposal from the district. For Davis, the project stood out because its reach extends beyond the school day. He said the investment addressed several priorities at once, creating a safe place for children to exercise and spend time outdoors while providing a recreational resource for the surrounding neighborhood. “It’s sort of barren otherwise in terms of areas to play,” Davis said. “I thought it would really be a magnet for the community.”

Scott M. DaviS The grant comes from a pool of county funding that legislators can direct toward projects in the areas they represent. Davis said each legislator receives an annual allocation and determines where the money would have the greatest impact. The funding awarded to Baldwin is specifically designated for the Brookside project and cannot be used for any other purpose. Davis said he views investments in public schools as an appropriate use of county resources because

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President Trump joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman at the Nassau County P.D.’s David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City last Friday. Trump endorsed Blakeman’s campaign for governor. its bail laws and immigration policies, while praising Blakeman’s record. Outside the police training center, meanwhile, more than 100 protesters gathered at a designated protest area on Endo Boulevard. They included Nassau County Democratic Party officials, community leaders and residents. Civil rights attorney Fred Brewington led protesters in chants, including, “This is what America looks like today and we’re not going away.” Adrienne Adams, the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, was among the speakers. She crit-

icized both Trump and Blakeman, saying that Blakeman was the president’s “biggest cheerleader” and urging voters to reject what she described as their extremism. “Keeping our community safe doesn’t stop at law enforcement,” Adams said, arguing that public safety also includes health care, dignity and the ability to afford essential care. Adams criticized Trump’s health care and food assistance policies, and said that Blakeman would take Medicaid cuts further. Sen. Siela Bynoe, county elected officials and community leaders also addressed the crowd, focusing on the cost of living, health care, immigration and ICE enforcement. For supporters who attended the Trump event, however, public safety remained the central message. Nikolai Glushkov, 23, founder of the Glen Cove Young Republicans, came to the rally to support congressional candidate Michael LiPetri Jr. as well as Trump and Blakeman. Glushkov, a lifelong Nassau County resident, said he was encouraged by what he heard about crime reductions. “I took away [President Trump’s] impact on the national level on keeping the crime safe in Nassau County, reducing that along with Blakeman,” he said. Glushkov said he believed that Nassau’s record under Blakeman could serve as a model for the rest of New York. “We are the safest county, and we got to make New York state the safest state this November,” he said. The rally and the nearby protest underscored the political divide surrounding Trump’s visit, with his supporters emphasizing crime and law enforcement while opponents argued that health care, affordability and reforms in immigration policy should be made higher priorities.

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WE Summit empowers leaders to ‘own their power’ By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

Nearly 300 women gathered at the Crescent Beach Club in Bayville on Aug. 4 for the Long Island Herald’s fourth annual Women’s Executive Summit, a day focused on leadership, health, wealth and personal growth. This year’s “Own Your Power” theme brought leaders across industries to share insights on overcoming challenges, building confidence and seizing opportunities. The event featured keynote presentations, panel discussions and interactive sessions designed to help attendees invest in themselves and their futures. The day began with a warm-up session, “Be the CEO of You,” led by Susan Gatti, founder of Disruptive Spark Group. Gatti encouraged attendees to reflect on their goals and identify what they hoped to gain from the summit. “We make an investment in ourselves when we come to an event like this, but what we really want is a change,” Gatti said. “The change won’t happen here. It will happen after.” Through a values-based activity, Gatti helped participants focus on their priorities and use those values as a guide for making decisions. Opening remarks were delivered by Stuart Richner and Amy Amato of Richner Communications and RichnerLIVE, followed by remarks from Mistress of Ceremonies Kristin Thorne, a five-time Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter with the Law & Crime Network. “Owning your power means believing in yourself, even when someone else does not,” Amato said. “It means having the courage to launch the business, ask for the promotion, negotiate your salary, take care of your health, build your financial future, and become the leader you were meant to be.” Patricia Charlemagne, EdD, JD from Girls Inc. of Long Island was honored by Richner Communications with the Community Impact award, recognizing her leadership and commitment to empowering girls from across the region. Proceeds from the event benefited the nonprofit. The first panel, “Own Your

Photos by Tim Baker and Holden Leeds/Herald

Hundreds of powerful executives and entrepreneurs attended the fourth annual Women’s Executuves Summit earlier this month.

Voice,” explored leadership and confidence. Moderated by Sharon Wyman, president and CEO of Discover Long Island, the discussion featured Lillian Paley, vice president of business development at Silver Lining Homecare Agency; Palmina Whelan, capital program director for The New Terminal One; Carina Tom, president of NU World Connect Title LLC; and Suzette Gordon, president and CEO of SCO Family of Services. Panelists shared personal stories about overcoming self-doubt, entering male-dominated industries and learning to advocate for themselves. Whelan reflected on being one of the only women in aviation construction meetings early in her career. “No one is going to speak for me, no one is going to promote me, no one is going to be my cheerleader,” she said. “I realized I had to own my voice.” The summit also featured two blocks of “Power Sessions” covering topics such as hospitality, selfcare, branding, productivity and personal development. During the “Own Your Health” panel, moderated by Kristyn Hodgdon, co-founder and chief creative officer of Rescripted, experts discussed the importance of women advocating for their health and understanding their bodies at every stage of life.

The panel included Dr. Helen Hsieh, founder and medical director of Vibrance 360; Linda Mashkabova, founder of The Beauty Cellar NY; Elly Rozengurtel, DPT, of Ideal Body Med Spa; and Dr. Meredith Vandegrift, board-certified plastic surgeon at Vandegrift Plastic Surgery. Speakers encouraged women to move beyond simply “feeling fine” and instead focus on achieving their best health. “Fine is not the same as feeling your optimal best,” Mashkabova said, emphasizing the importance of listening to one’s body and seeking answers when something feels wrong. The “Own Your Wealth” panel focused on financial independence and preparation. Moderated by Elisa De Jesus, senior vice president and private client advisor at Bank of America, the discussion featured Kerri Winans Kaley of The Bristal Assisted Living, Michelle Moreira-Jodice of Valley Bank, Jessica Rondash of Holt Construction and Christina Rosas of Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC. Panelists stressed the importance of financial literacy, asking questions and staying engaged in financial decisions. “Financial confidence doesn’t come from knowing all the answers,” Moreira-Jodice said. “It comes from asking the right questions and building trusted relationships.”

The summit concluded with two keynote presentations. Carrie Skowronski, CEO of Leadology, delivered “Dare to Lead: Reimagine Leadership for the Modern Workplace,” discussing mindset, growth and stepping outside comfort zones. Skowronski encouraged attendees to embrace challenges and recognize their own strengths. “In order to own our power, we have to name our power,” she said. Renee Flagler, president of the National CARES Mentoring Movement, closed the event with “A Life Inspired by Passion & Purpose,” sharing her journey from storyteller and writer to community leader. Flagler encouraged women to recognize their talents and use them in service of others. “Passion is the vehicle that gets us to our purpose,” she said. “Take your gifts, indulge your passion, let it lead you to your purpose and serve your people.” Throughout the day, attendees were reminded that leadership is not defined by titles or positions, but by confidence, resilience and the willingness to create meaningful change. For more photos, click here: https://richnerlive.com/richner-event/womens-executive-summit/ For more info on RichnerLive, click here: https://richnerlive. com/

Herald Publisher, Stuart Richner, left, and Executive Director, Amy Amato, surprised Executive Director, Patricia Charlemagne, EdD, JD from Girls Inc. of Long Island with the Community Impact Award, event emcee Kristin Thorne at right.

Justine Del Prete, left, with ARC Excess & Surplus, Claudia Rodriguez of RichnerLive, Izabella Bobkiewicz and Agnieszka Supel representing Merrill Lynch Bank of America Corporation, Jenna Grasso of The Retreat, Catherine Fee of Empire Government Strategies, and Bridget Mantello with the Association for Mental Health and Wellness.

The Own Your Voice panel: Moderator Sharon Wyman, left, CDME Discover Long Island, with panelists Suzette Gordon, of SCO Family of Services, Carina Tom, of NU World Connect Title, Lillian Paley with Silver Lining Homecare Agency, and Palmina Whelan of The New Terminal One.

Moderator Elisa De Jesus, left, of Bank of America led the Own Your Wealth Panel with panelists Kerri Winans Kaley, CSA, representing The Bristal Assisted Living, Jessica Rondash of Holt Construction, Michelle Moreira-Jodice, of Valley Bank, and Christina M. Rosas, with Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC.

Carolynn Eiple and Judith Rivera with CareFirst Home Solutions.

CEO Lab Founder & Executive Consultant Natasha Zaytseva was another Power Session speaker.

Jo Marie Sacco, left, of Jo Marie Hair and Beauty and Dr. Stephanie Cooper, with Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology enjoyed the exhibit.

Power Session speaker Tammy J. Cohen, of TC Brand Consulting spoke during the second power session.

People’s Alliance Federal Union CEO Carol Allen, left, with VP of Business Development & Marketing Jennifer Gunn.

Closing Keynote speaker Renee Daniel Flagler, president of the National CARES Mentoring Movement Inc., left the crowd with a powerful message — A Life Inspired By Passion & Purpose.

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From the Own Your Health panel, panelists, left, Helen Hsieh, MD, FACOG, Vibrance 360; Linda Mashkabova, FNP, The Beauty Cellar NY; Meredith Vandegrift, MD, FACS Vandegrift Plastic Surgery; Elly Rozengurtel, DPT, Ideal Body Med Spa.

August 20, 2026 — BALDWIN HERALD

Brendan Ryan continues to show ‘no limits’ By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

For Brendan Ryan, success has never been defined by limitations. The 22-year-old martial artist from Garden City recently captured two gold medals and was named the 2026 AAU Para Athlete of the Year at the AAU National Taekwondo Championships in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, capping a sevenyear journey built on determination, discipline and a simple family philosophy: “No Limits.” Ryan won national titles in the Senior Black Belt Para Traditional Forms and Senior Black Belt Para Creative Weapons divisions, earning recognition among the country’s top para athletes during the July 2 competition. The AAU — Amateur Athletic Union — recognized him with the award not only for his competitive accomplishments but also for his character and commitment to the sport. Ryan, who has Down syndrome, honed his championship form training at Champions Martial Arts Oceanside, under the guidance of Baldwin resident Master Nadine Pace, owner and fourth-degree master instructor. “It was an amazing week at nationals,” Pace said. “It wasn’t just given because he was a para athlete. He truly, truly earned it.” For Ryan, however, the week was about more than medals. “It was nice to see other people with Down syndrome from around the country who love taekwondo like me,” he said. Although excited, Brendan admitted he felt nervous before stepping onto the mat. “I wanted to practice my forms again,” he said. “Ma’am (Pace) helped me calm down and told me I could do it.” His father, Tom Ryan, said Brendan’s accomplishments reflect a mindset their family embraced long before he stepped competitively onto a mat. Brendan was diagnosed with Down syndrome before he was born. From the beginning, Tom and his wife, Christine, decided they would never allow that diag-

nosis to define their son’s future. “We said it wasn’t going to affect us or our family, so there were going to be no limits put on him,” Tom Ryan said. “He’s going to write his own story. Nobody else should tell him what his story is going to be.” That philosophy has shaped Brendan’s life. Over the years, he has played basketball, soccer and lacrosse, become an accomplished skier tackling black diamond trails, attended Camp ANCHOR and eagerly embraced new experiences. He discovered taekwondo in 2019 after asking his parents if he could take classes. They contacted Pace, who had previously worked with Camp ANCHOR participants and immediately welcomed Brendan into her school. “I said, ‘Of course he could. Anybody could do it,’” Pace recalled. “Everyone learns at their own pace.” Pace’s son, who also has special needs, had previously known Brendan’s older brother through Camp ANCHOR’s swim program, making the introduction feel like a small-world moment. During the pandemic, when martial arts schools temporarily closed, Brendan transformed his family’s living room into a training space, attending Zoom classes while practicing forms and techniques at home. “He never faltered,” Pace said “not for one second. There are kids who lose interest or take breaks, but Brendan has been consistent for seven years.” That dedication helped Brendan earn his black belt in June 2024. Since then, he has continued training in forms, breaking, weapons and bow staff while working toward his second-degree black belt. Pace recently invited him to join the school’s Instructor Club, where he helps younger students during class. “It makes me happy to be a role model,” Brendan said. “I like helping younger kids and showing them what Ma’am taught me.” Pace said Brendan’s impact extends well beyond competition. “If you judged him by his disability, you would have counted him out from the

Brendan Ryan celebrated with his instructor, Master Nadine Pace, owner of Champions Martial Arts Oceanside.

Courtesy Tom Ryan

Brendan Ryan, 22, displayed his martial arts skills during the 2026 AAU National Taekwondo Championships in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he won two gold medals and was named the 2026 AAU Para Athlete of the Year. beginning,” she said. “You can’t ever say that. There really are no limits for him.” Earlier this year, Brendan qualified for the national championships at the AAU Metro New York National Qualifier at Queens College before debuting his bow staff routine at the Champions Martial Arts Long Island Championships as a final tuneup before traveling to Florida. For Pace, the award represented years of perseverance. “I’ve always believed in his potential,” she said. “Watching him win two gold medals and earn the AAU Para Athlete of the Year Award has been one of my proudest moments as a teacher.” This fall, Brendan will begin another exciting chapter as a student enrolled in Molloy University’s Opportunity for Successful Transition, or MOST, program after graduating from Garden City High School in June. The inclusive three-year

program helps students with intellectual and developmental disabilities prepare academically, socially and professionally for independent adult life. Brendan already knows what comes next. “I want to earn my second-degree black belt,” he said. “I want to work with kids in a school and help teach them.” His father believes those goals reflect the same determination Brendan has shown throughout his life. “This has never been about proving anyone wrong,” Tom Ryan said. “It’s about giving Brendan every opportunity to become who he wants to be.” The medals and national recognition may define Brendan Ryan’s latest achievement, but those closest to him say they are only part of the story. His greatest accomplishment has been demonstrating that success is measured not only by championships, but by perseverance, kindness and the courage to embrace every opportunity. And if Brendan Ryan has shown anything through his journey — from a young boy inspired by superheroes to a national champion — it is that the family motto has never been just a slogan. For him, “No Limits” has become a way of life.

News brief Administrators selected for leadership cohort Two of Nassau BOCES’ top career and technical education administrators have been selected for the New York State Association of Career and Technical Education Administrators’ CTE Enterprise Leadership cohort for 202627. William Poll, principal of Nassau BOCES Barry Tech, left, and Brad Slepian, supervisor of Nassau BOCES Adult Career and Technical Education, were selected for the leadership program following a nomination and application process. Finalists were chosen by staff from the CTE Technical Assistance Center and the association’s board. The New York State Association of

William Poll, principal of Nassau BOCES Barry Tech, left, and Brad Slepian, supervisor of Nassau BOCES Adult Career and Technical Education, were selected for the New York State Association of Career and Technical Education Administrators’ CTE Enterprise Leadership cohort for 2026-27.

Career and Technical Education Administrators, or ACTEA, is a nonprofit organization made up of CTE administrators from across the state. The organization represents the needs and interests of career and technical education programs, staff and students. The collaborative leadership program includes six virtual sessions and five in-person sessions between October 2026 and October 2027. The program is designed to develop CTE leaders and strengthen professional relationships among career and technical education administrators across New York. —Jordan Vallone

Courtesy Nassau BOCES

What helps you get back into your routine after summer break? Joanna Krul, Malverne

Trici Broderick Reading teacher, Jennie E. Hewitt Elementary School

In order to get back into my routine at Hewlett High School, I always look through my rosters a few days in advance so I can get a sense of what my classroom community might look like. I also like to come up with new mathrelated icebreakers to help my students feel more comfortable, build their confidence and start the year with a positive mindset.

I take time to reflect on the past school year — celebrating what went well, recognizing my own growth and identifying where I can improve. I think about my students, their successes and needs, and set meaningful goals. I also recharge by researching best practices, reading books and articles, seeking new ideas that will help me grow as an educator and better support every learner. Courtesy Trici Broderick

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Caroline Ghiuro Oceanside, age 9

Some things that help me are making sure everything I need for school is ready. I pick out a new backpack and lunchbox. I also go shopping for new outfits to wear and start going to sleep a little earlier. Tim Baker/Herald

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Bayville, age 17

I start by going to bed early. Getting my backpack and clothes ready the night before helps me get back into my school routine.

Just like every year, going back to school is exciting, but this year is especially meaningful because it’s my senior year. I’m looking forward to seeing my friends and teachers again. As an athlete, my sleep schedule stayed pretty consistent over the summer, but I still start adjusting by setting my alarm to school time about a week before classes begin.

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ummer hasn’t left us yet, so we surely want to keep firing up the grill. As August winds down, backyard gatherings, poolside get-togethers and easy weeknight meals continue to call for the smoky, flame-kissed flavors that make grilling a summertime favorite. But late summer is also a good time to move beyond the usual burgers and hot dogs. From grilled vegetables and seafood to perfectly seared steaks and creative takes on familiar favorites, a little variety can bring new life to the backyard menu. Whether you’re keeping things casual or adding a touch of elegance to an endof-summer soirée, the grill offers plenty of possibilities. So before summer slips away, turn up the heat and try something a little different.

Chicken Kebabs With their easy preparation and quick cooking time, kebabs are a simple way to enjoy many of your favorite fresh ﬂavors. • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar • 1 pound raw boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes • 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper • 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks To make sauce, place 3 tablespoons mustard in medium bowl. Add oil and garlic powder, and whisk until uniform. Cover and refrigerate. To make marinade, in small bowl, combine vinegar with remaining 2 tablespoons mustard. Stir until uniform. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place

chicken and marinade in large sealable plastic bag. Remove as much air as possible and seal. Gently knead marinade into chicken through bag. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Meanwhile, if using wooden skewers, soak 4 in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Alternately thread marinated chicken and onion chunks onto 4 skewers. Bring grill to medium-high heat. Brush both sides of kebabs with sauce. Grill kebabs for 5 minutes with grill cover down. Flip kebabs and grill for 6 to 8 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Enjoy.

Grilled Skirt Steak with Roasted Corn Salad A quick and easy marinated grilled skirt steak will spice up any gathering. Pair it with a roasted corn salad that embodies the season’s fresh ﬂavors — a mixture of corn, tomato, red onion, basil, and avocado. • 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into 4-inch pieces • 1/3 cup Tabasco Chipotle Pepper Sauce • 1 tablespoon ground cumin • 1 large garlic clove, crushed In a large bowl, combine chipotle pepper sauce, cumin and garlic; add skirt steaks. Toss to mix well; cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight. Preheat grill to high. Grill skirt steak about 5 minutes, or until of desired doneness, turning once. To serve, plate steak with corn salad. Corn Salad: • 4 ears corn on the cob, shucked • 2 large tomatoes, chopped • 1 small red onion, diced • 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and diced • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil

Chance the Rapper‘s 2016 mixtape Coloring Book just turned 10, and he’s on tour to celebrate. Chance takes a victory lap built around the project that won three Grammys in one night, broke streaming-only records, and turned him from a Chicago underground hero into a generational artist. The Coloring Book itself instantly reshaped what a hip-hop record could be.It became the ﬁrst streaming-only project to win a Grammy, and it earned Chance Best New Artist, Best Rap Album, and Best Rap Performance in a single trip to the podium. Songs like “No Problem,” “Same Drugs,” “All Night,” “Blessings,” “Angels,” and “Summer Friends” turned into staples of a generation’s playlists — and fans have been waiting a decade to hear them performed live in full.

Friday, Aug. 21, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny. com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

• 2 tablespoons lime juice • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tablespoon Tabasco Chipotle Pepper Sauce • 1/4 teaspoon salt To prepare corn salad: Preheat grill to medium. Grill corn about 5 to 10 minutes, turning frequently, until tender-crisp. When cool enough to handle, cut corn from cob. In medium bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, basil, lime juice, olive oil, chipotle pepper sauce to taste, and salt; toss to mix well.

Spiced Sweet Potatoes A simple spice rub makes a tasty complement to grilled sweet potatoes, adding some extra zest that gives potatoes some pizzas. • 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds), scrubbed well • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • 1 teaspoon paprika • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Cover potatoes with cold salted water in a large pot, then bring to a boil. Simmer until slightly resistant when pierced with a sharp small knife, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain well. When cool, slice potatoes lengthwise. Mix together salt, spices and apple cider vinegar; add oil in a slow stream. Brush this mixture on sweet potatoes. Grill potatoes on a lightly oiled grill rack over medium heat, until grill marks appear and potatoes are cooked through, about 15 minutes. Serve potatoes warm.

Celtic Festival and Highland Games The sounds of bagpipes, the rhythm of Irish step dancing and the spectacle of Highland Games return to Old Westbury Gardens. The refreshed edition of its annual summer festival celebrates the rich Scottish Irish and Welsh traditions woven into Long Island’s Celtic communities. The Highland Games remain a centerpiece, featuring centuries-old tests of strength including the caber toss, sheaf toss and stone put. Entertainment for all ages, including performances by songwriter-vocalist Andy Cooney, acclaimed as “Irish America’s favorite son,” and others; along with and tempting eats and a marketplace round out the day.

Saturday, Aug. 22, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets at oldwestburygardens.org. 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury.

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Your Neighborhood Aug New to You Book Club

CALENDAR • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 2-3 p.m., • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

Readers are invited to Baldwin Public Library to discuss “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin. The bestselling novel tells of two college friends whose partnership in video game design brings success, heartbreak and lasting friendship. The discussion ise led by Marialisa Arnold, the library’s head of acquisitions.

Citizen Science: Monarch Larva Monitoring Project

• Where: 2385 Grand Ave. • Time: 7-8 p.m. • Contact: baldwinpl.org or call (516) 223-6228v

Summer groovin’

Eisenhower Park’s Summer Concert Series welcomes Let Sing Taylor, a Taylor Swift tribute. The band brings the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far. So, let the games begin! Get ready to sport your Taylor- inspired attire and sing your hearts out. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

Glenn Miller Aug Orchestra

“In The Mood” for swing music? Take a step back in time with the most popular and sought after big band of all time! The Glenn Miller Orchestra visits the Madison Theatre on their national tour. Hear all their greatest hits, including “In The Mood,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “American Patrol,” “A String Of Pearls,” “Little Brown Jug,” “Pennsylvania 6-5000,” “Tuxedo Junction,” and of course their theme song “Moonlight Serenade.” The 15 member orchestra, their lead singers, and vocal group will perform their catalog of big band classics just the way they would have over 80 years ago when Glenn Miller stood in front of his band. It is a show that continues to transport audiences back in time and is as nostalgic as it is exciting. Touring continuously since 1956, The Glenn Miller Orchestra is featured in over 200 concerts and dances per year. Each performance includes the timeless classics that made them famous the world over in a show that has moved audiences for generations. • Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000

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Melissa Etheridge

Known for her confessional lyrics and raspy, smoky vocals, Melissa Etheridge (“I’m the Only One” “Come to My Window,” “I Want to Come Over.”) has remained one of America’s favorite female singers since bursting onto the scene in 1988. Etheridge performs songs from her new album, Rise, and her hits. “I chose to survive,” Melissa Etheridge sings on “Being Alive,” the powerful, exuberant opening song of the Academy Award- and Grammy Award-winning artist’s 17th studio album, “Rise.” She then takes a pause, the flurry of her guitar and her bandmates’ boisterous sounds fading out, before she practically shouts with unbridled joy: “God I love being alive!” The words say so much. But in that pause — just a few seconds long — it’s as if she’s reflecting on everything that has happened in her life since she last released an album of new material, 2019’s “The Medicine Show,” and all that is to come on this remarkable, emotional mosaic of songs. Etheridge is known for powerful rock vocals, emotional songwriting, and live shows that feel both personal and energetic. Her • Where: The Paramount, 370 concerts usually move between bigger sing-along songs, slower emotional moments, New York Ave., Huntington and the kind of tracks that let her voice really take over the room. That balance is a big • Time: 8 p.m. reason her live shows connect so strongly with the audience. The Rise Tour carries that • Contact: ticketmaster.com or same feel, with a set that blends the songs fans know best with newer material. paramountny.com

Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

Friday Movie Baldwin Public Library shows “Remember the Titans” (2000), the inspiring sports drama about a high school football coach who works to unite a newly integrated team in early 1970s Virginia. The 114-minute film is rated PG. • Where: 2385 Grand Ave. • Time: 1-4 p.m. • Contact: baldwinpl.org or call (516) 223-6228

Aug Christie Jones: ‘Long Island Color Field Study

Christie Jones transforms natural materials from the shoreline into handmade paints, sculptures and textured works of art. From Aug. 22 to Jan. 31. • Where: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Contact: Go to licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

Aug Salsa in the park

Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series continues with a salsa orchestra.

• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

Magic Aug Bubble Long Island

Children’s Museum welcomes families to the Bubbles exhibit for some extra sudsy fun! Through playful, handson experiments explore what makes a bubble form, what makes them pop, and discover new creative ways to make bubbles at the drop-in program. For ages 3+. • Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City • Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

Aug Family movie night

Enjoy a movie under the stars at Eisenhower Park. See “Wicked,’ the 2024 musical fantasy adaption of the first act of the stage musical, starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum. The second film, “Wicked For Good,” is shown Aug. 25. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: Movie begins at dusk • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov

Aug Nature Connects

Old Westbury Gardens welcomes families to spend an afternoon exploring, building and creating together! Seasonal Sprouts offers is a LEGO-themed adventure for young explorers. Children (ages 4–10) embark on a guided outdoor tour of Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects made with LEGO bricks. Everyone discovers the wonders of nature in a fun and hands-on way. After the tour, kids can unleash their creativity in a LEGO free-play area. $22 per adult, $20 ages 62+, $12 child. Registration required.

Long Island Children’s Museum welcomes families to be a citizen scientist and study monarch butterflies in the museum’s Milkweed Garden. By measuring plants, rainfall, and monarch eggs you will be collecting real data that scientists can analyze! Your data will help them understand butterfly migration and will help conserve this species. Each Wednesday, take a walk through this garden and see how the plants grow as habitat for visiting monarchs! To join, meet at the front desk. For ages 4+. • Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City • Time: 2-3 p.m., also Aug. 26 • Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

Aug Yoga Day at the BCA Garden

The Baldwin Civic Association hosts its second Yoga Day of the month at the Baldwin Community Garden. Bring a yoga mat and participate in an evening of relaxation and wellness. • Where: 1980 Grand Ave. • Time: 6:30 p.m. • Contact: baldwincivic@gmail. com or (516) 855-8824

Aug Summer sounds

Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes the exuberant rappersinger Flo Rida. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, -againstZAKAR RAEL EDWARDS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DUNCAN EDWARDS, IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on January 6, 2026, wherein MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC is the Plaintiff and ZAKAR RAEL EDWARDS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DUNCAN EDWARDS, IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on September 2, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 1764 BROWNING STREET, BALDWIN, NY 11510; and the following tax map identification: 36-408-427 & 428. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, 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.: 614778/2021. Michael J. Sepe, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 161408 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… To place a notice here call us us at

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, CARDINAL FINANCIAL COMPANY, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, Plaintiff, vs. ALTHEA A. BROWN, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 19, 2026, 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 September 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 2058 Chestnut Street, 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 7 and Lot 72. Approximate amount of judgment is $425,767.75 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #603830/2025. Michael J. Sepe, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 250035-1 161520 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Plaintiff AGAINST Carmelle Arguizoni, Herve Duplan, Maxime Gaspard et al, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 24, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, North sides of the steps, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 9, 2026 at 2:30 PM premises known as 3029 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION: 54,

BLOCK: 409, LOT: 72 and 78. Approximate amount of judgment is $626,602.16 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 610708/2017. This sale may be subject to the US Dept of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Real Estate Reporting Rule. In such event, all purchasers are required to provide the information needed for proper reporting in accordance with the terms of sale. Jon Ward, Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 90854 161473

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION of Rebecca Russell Consulting LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on June 2, 2026 Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to 2406 Central Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. Purpose: any lawful act. 161516 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff against ISABEL C. CHATELAINFLEMING, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 24, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 17, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 735 Stanton Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510 a/k/a Baldwin, NY 11510. Sec 36 Block 394 Lot 194 and 195. 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, at Baldwin, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $518,552.03 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 001529/2017. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the 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. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. 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. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Ronald J Ferraro, Esq., Referee File # NY2017LCS00006 161718 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY AMERICAN BROKERS CONDUIT C/O AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE SERVICING, 4600 REGENT BLVD., IRIVNG, 75063, Plaintiff against STEVEN LUBIN, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Kelley Kronenberg, 111 Broadway, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10006, (800) 484-4381.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered July 3, 2007, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 14, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 3017 Grand Boulevard, Baldwin, New York 11510. Sec 54 Block 392 Lot 286. 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. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $345,288.88 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 018176/2006. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” The foreclosure sale discussed herein in this Notice of Sale, is only as to the judgment and rights therefrom and otherwise related to the operative Judgment, renewed by Order titled “ORDER RELIEVING REFEREE, SUBSTITUTING REFEREE, PROVIDING EXTENSION OF TIME TO CONDUCT FORECLOSURE SALE, AND RENEWING THE JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE,” granted on January 5, 2026, and entered in the office of the clerk of the within named Court on January 13, 2026. The second mortgage related to this this sale was dated June 13, 2006, and recorded in Nassau County, New York, on June 29, 2006, at Liber 30675 and Page 136. It was reduced to an operative Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale

Order, discussing the sum due of $101,705.42, with applicable interest, inter alia, pursuant to the Judgment which was granted on June 22, 2007, and then entered on or about July 3, 2007, and recorded in Nassau County, New York on July 10, 2007, at Book 2978 and Page 237. This judgment has been renewed by Court Order as discussed above and herein. Lori B DeCapua, Esq., Referee File # 5117.000091 161724 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU State of New York Mortgage Agency, Plaintiff AGAINST Tricia Mayers, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 16, 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 September 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 1771 Browning Street, Baldwin, NY 11510 a/k/a 1771 Browning Street, North Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County and State of New York, Section: 36 Block: 409 Lots: 540 and 541. Approximate amount of judgment $541,907.57 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #607830/2018. Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC 420 Lexington Avenue-Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 21-07453NY 90515 161654 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF THE CHALET SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. GIUSEPPA LALLI A/K/A JOSEPHINE LALLI A/K/A JOSIE LALLI A/K/A JOSEPHINE DIBENEDETTO A/K/A

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461/26. BALDWIN Taco Bell of America, LLC, Install animated digital menu board sign in conjunction with existing drive-thru window (replace existing menu board)., S/W cor. Grand Ave. & Willis St., running thru to Harry Ct., a/k/a 1180 Grand Ave. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in Baldwin within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.go v/509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.go v/576/Live-StreamingVideo Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 161818 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF THE LBCABANA SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES A. COLES A/K/A JAMES COLES, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 13, 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 September 24, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., premises known as 921 Ocean Street a/k/a 921 Ocean Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece

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Driscoll said that the Town of Hempstead recently sent him a letter promising space for the field if the organization privately funds it. Driscoll estimates that the project will cost more than $2 million. “The organization approached the Town with its vision at Baldwin Park, and we have been in communication throughout the process and will continue to monitor this group’s progress,” Councilwoman Laura Ryder said in a statement sent to the Herald. Driscoll describes his son as a happy child who is almost always smiling. He loves flashing lights, music, cartoons and sports events. “When you bring up these games, it’s just like he’s got a smile from ear to ear,” his father said. About four years ago, Driscoll attended a fundraiser in Michigan for the Miracle League — a national nonprofit that gives children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities opportunities to play organized baseball — and visited an adaptive baseball field, where he watched children with disabilities play. Seeing their excitement made him think Long Island needed something similar. The idea evolved as Driscoll took Liam to Savannah Bananas games. The traveling exhibition baseball team is known for Banana Ball, a fast-paced version of the sport featuring music, dancing, comedy and fan participation. He came up with the idea of Legacy Ball, a combination of Miracle League-style adaptive baseball and the music, energy and entertainment of the Bananas’ version of the game. Over the past year and a half, Driscoll has developed the Liam’s Legacy Association, now a nonprofit. He held off on major fundraising while he sought a location, but the town’s commitment has allowed him to move ahead with fundraising and other planning. Driscoll grew up in Oceanside, just across the bridge from Baldwin Park, where he and his brother rode their bikes as kids. He also considered Oceanside for the project, but he wanted it to remain on the South Shore and within the Town of Hempstead, where he hopes to eventually involve children from Camp ANCHOR. Driscoll envisions a wheelchair-

accessible, rubberized field in an area adjacent to the Baldwin Park playground. His plans also call for accessible dugouts and pathways, covered stadiumstyle seating, ADA-compliant restrooms and a pavilion for families and community events. A press box, live announcing and music, and a large video scoreboard would help give players the feel of playing a stadium. Driscoll wants them to have walk-up songs, hear their names announced and see themselves on the screen. Games would also be recorded and livestreamed for relatives unable to attend. Legacy Ball would emphasize participation and fun rather than competition. Each player would bat, reach base and score, with the final batter hitting a grand slam so everyone crosses home plate together. Players would also be paired with volunteers, called Legacy Leaders, who would help them on the field. The trained volunteers, Driscoll said could include students, athletes and other community members. The league would be open to children and young adults from across Long Island, and Driscoll hopes to eventually schedule games on weekends in the spring and fall. Uniforms and other necessities would be provided. “My goal would be that there’s no cost whatsoever,” he said. Beyond the game itself, Driscoll wants game days to feel like community festivals, with local marching bands, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots performing and food vendors, civic organizations, schools and local businesses taking part. He hopes the atmosphere would draw people who may not otherwise have a connection to adaptive sports. Liam’s Legacy has already received emails from families interested in the program, Driscoll said. Baldwin residents offered their support after he recently publicized the proposal on Facebook. Liam’s Legacy has also joined the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, and Driscoll hopes to recruit other local organizations. “Anybody I talk to wants to be a part of it,” he said. Ginny Foley, a past president of the chamber and a member of its board of

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or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 394 and Lots 2450-2452. Approximate amount of judgment is $1,060,169.97 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #616171/2023.

Richard T. Kerins, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 224135-1 161829

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Brian driscoll, center, with his wife, dina, and their sons, declan and Liam. Liam inspired driscoll to create the Liam’s Legacy athletic association, which he hopes will bring an accessible baseball stadium to Baldwin park.

Courtesy Brian Driscoll

directors, said the organization plans to support Liam’s Legacy by sharing information about the organization at its monthly meetings and on social media. “We look forward to seeing this fine organization achieve their goals in our beautiful Baldwin Park,” Foley wrote in an email. Turning that support into the funding needed to build the field will be the next challenge. Liam’s Legacy plans to rely on private fundraising, grants, sponsorships and community partnerships, and Driscoll said that one foundation has already committed to providing a grant, though he did not identify it. The nonprofit will hold its first major fundraiser Oct. 3, from noon to 4 p.m., at Centre Station, in Rockville Centre. The event will feature live music by Permission To Launch, food and raffles, with proceeds supporting the Baldwin Park

project. No construction timeline has been set, and the final cost has yet to be determined. But when asked what he hopes to see at Baldwin Park five years from now, Driscoll envisioned a small stadium filled with players, families and cheering spectators. “I’d hope to have a mini stadium built,” he said. “You hear the crowd going wild. You know, kids running on the bases, having a great time.” For Driscoll, the vision ultimately comes back to the boy who inspired it. “One day, I hope Liam rolls onto that field wearing his own jersey,” his father said, “hears his name announced over the loudspeaker, looks up at the scoreboard and knows that this field was built because an entire community believed that every child deserves the chance to play.”

News brief ‘Forgotten Occupation’ premieres on L.I. Baldwin filmmaker Alain Martin will bring his documentary examining the U.S. occupation of Haiti to the big screen in Bellmore on Aug. 23. “The Forgotten Occupation” will have its Long Island premiere at Bellmore Movies & The Showplace, with a screening scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. The event is presented by Pameti Filmworks. The documentary examines the United States’ occupation of Haiti, which began in 1915 and lasted until 1934, and explores its lasting effects on the coun-

try. Organizers describe the screening as an effort to preserve awareness of a chapter of Haitian history that they say has largely receded from public memory. This summer marks 111 years since the occupation began. The screening will take place Sunday, Aug. 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bellmore Movies & The Showplace. Tickets are $20 and are available through Eventbrite. — Allyson Ferrari

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y sister and I called our father’s friends “Uncle Jack” and “Aunt Sue” Smith (not their real last name). We lived in Mount Vernon, the boot of Westchester County, and they lived in Floral Park. My sister and I believe our dad met Jack through work: Both were vacuum cleaner salesman. Jack and Sue lived with their two daughters and a French bulldog name Dinky on a leafy street that ended at the gate to the local school playground. The four of us, the two girls and my sister and I, played together, swam together and talked about our dreams together. As teenagers, or near-teens, we would shoot baskets or run around in the playground. I still have pictures of the four of us at play, framed in my living room. The Smiths owned an inboard motorboat, the Sue Jean, which they docked at the Freeport Yacht Club. The boat had an upper deck, with equipment for extra

steering; a galley, beds and a head down below; and an aft area for sitting, talking and fishing. I remember once catching two sea bass on one line with two hooks. We’d dive off the boat into the Long Island Sound. Once when I was 9 or 10, I dived into the water with my glasses on. Oops and ouch! At Gilgo Beach, we docked next to other boats, and were always reminded to watch that our hands didn’t get caught between two gunwales. A friend’s aunt lost a thumb that way. At the dock, we cooked over a grill. From there we walked on sand for hours and explored parts of Jones Beach. Other times, we drove directly to Jones and spent the day in the sun. I recall a Native American exhibit that featured a woman I later learned was named Rosebud, from a book by Marjorie Weinberg-Berman. Of course, there were the inevitable bad sunburns and the occasional tumble in a rip current that scraped our backs. Both often necessitated a respite from the sun and the surf. Those summer memories are deeply ingrained, and remind me of family

love, friendship, freedom and learning. They’re captured in my mind and in photos. While life took us on different career and health journeys, the four of us stayed in touch for a long time. One of the ironies of life is that when I moved to Long Island to work at Adelphi, I met the former boyfriend of one of my “cousins.” We had seen each other often as kids, and found ourselves at the same events as adults. There are other summer memories, of course, but the summers on Long Island were all joy, all fun, with no other obligations. In later years, most of my summer memories are of work — jobs at the local pool or as a camp counselor. I found new forms of joy, like being complimented for a job well done or seeing other people benefit from my efforts. Some of the books that have inspired me over the years were summer reads. I remember in particular “Attorney for the Damned,” a biography of Clarence Darrow, with chapters describing his preparation for the defense in the Scopes trial, the case against Dr. Ossian Sweet and the Leopold-Loeb murder trial.

hey were full of joy and fun — but they’re also a great time to learn.

During one summer between college semesters, when I wasn’t working, I tried to transcribe “The Canterbury Tales” into contemporary English, an effort celebrated by neither my professor nor me. Over the years I have counseled my children and friends’ children about the importance of taking advantage of summertime to expand knowledge and hone skills, explore the world of work — and have fun. It is a respite from school, yes, but it has its own subjects to study and master, including sports, the arts and self-discipline. The school year doesn’t allow for much exploration, given homework and daily chores, but summer provides the flexibility to play sports, attend concerts and dramatic performances, visit museums and art exhibits as well as work. These opportunities for personal growth were among the reasons that a colleague and I wrote “Letters to Students,” one chapter of which is “Trust Yourself.” Summer is a great time to explore new interests, make new friends and save money for college, especially on Long Island. Robert Scott is president emeritus of Adelphi University and a co-author of “Letters to Students: What it Means to be a College Graduate.”

An event-packed season in the Town of Hempstead

s the final weeks of summer approach, I find myself looking back fondly on what has been an extraordinary season in the Town of Hempstead. Summer has always been a special time in our township. It’s when parks come alive, beaches and pools fill with families, and neighbors have an opportunity to spend more time together. This year has been no exception. All across America’s largest township, residents have gathered to enjoy everything our town has to offer. For me, some of the best moments of this summer were also the simplest: talking with families at a local park, seeing kids dancing at one of our children’s shows, meeting seniors enjoying the Senior Summer Beach Program, or watching generations of residents create a music-loving bond at one of our summer concerts. Those moments are what make the town such a special place. This summer, we worked hard to offer residents more opportunities to get outside, encouraging everyone to

take a “staycation,” to have some fun and to make memories without having to travel far from home. Our free Summer Concert Series brought live music directly into neighborhoods across the township, with performances nearly every night throughout July and August. At Town Park Point Lookout, thousands gathered for our Disco Summer Dance Party, featuring Sister Sledge, C+C Music Factory, Lime, Alisha, Tavares and France Joli, along with food trucks, family activities and a spectacular drone show. Our Traveling Summer Luau Series transformed local pools into tropical getaways, with music, games and activities for the entire family. Our children’s shows gave our youngest residents something to look forward to throughout their summer vacation, while programs for seniors offered opportunities to stay active, socialize and enjoy the best of this beautiful season. We truly hit the ground running this summer, and it has been all gas and no brakes. We kicked off the season by opening town pools and splash pads early. When extreme heat arrived, we

extended hours at our beaches and pools to ensure that people had plenty of ways to beat the heat. These facilities are about much more than entertainment; they’re about quality of life. Local government is at its best when it delivers the services residents depend on while also strengthening the communities they call home. That means maintaining our roads and infrastructure, keeping our neighborhoods clean, investing in our parks and recreational facilities, and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly. But it also means creating opportunities for neighbors to come together. Every packed concert, busy pool and crowded community event represents something bigger: people choosing to spend time together. As we all plunge deeper into the era of smartphones, tablets and social media, it’s extraordinary to see everyone connect offline and strengthen their communal roots in our township. The programs and events we offer are intended to provide residents with memorable experiences they can enjoy just minutes from their homes. I’m proud of what we accomplished this

rom our Concert Series to our Disco Dance Party to our Luau Series.

summer — but I’m even more excited about what comes next. We will continue to invest in our parks, beaches and recreational facilities. We will continue to improve our roads and infrastructure. We will continue to look for new ways to offer highquality services while respecting the hardworking taxpayers who fund them. And we will continue to find ways to bring people together and make our communities even stronger. There’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy, including more neighborhood concerts and activities across the township. Come on down and celebrate the unofficial end of the season with our Endless Summer Concert at Town Park Point Lookout. Soon enough, the beach chairs will be packed away, children will head back to school and another Long Island summer will come to a close — but the work of building a better Town of Hempstead never stops. This summer gave us plenty to celebrate. Now we’ll carry that energy and sense of community into the months ahead as we continue to make the town the best place to live, work and raise a family. Thank you to every resident who joined us and made this a summer to remember. John Ferretti is supervisor of the Town of Hempstead.

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s children head back to school, parents naturally want to make sure their kids succeed — good grades, positive relationships with teachers and classmates, and a school year filled with opportunities. That instinct is understandable. Parents have an important role in their children’s education. They should know what their kids are learning, monitor attendance and academic progress, communicate with teachers and school officials, attend meetings when appropriate, and ask questions when something doesn’t seem right. When a problem arises, parents shouldn’t be afraid to address it. The key is to address problems with the school rather than automatically trying to solve every problem for the child. Children need opportunities to develop independence, responsibility and confidence. Those qualities develop when they are given the chance to navigate challenges themselves. No parent wants to see a child struggle with a difficult assignment, receive a disappointing grade, have a disagreement with a friend or feel frustrated by a teacher’s decision. The natural reaction can be to intervene immediately. Send the email. Make the phone call. Explain the situation. Fix the problem. Sometimes intervention is necessary. Parents should step in when a child is

letters Why are we talking about measles again? To the Editor: It happened a long time ago, but I still remember my childhood bout with measles. I was 7. Measles had been going around my elementary school for months. Many of my second-grade classmates had already been sick. With no vaccine available, everyone was at risk. Early that spring, it was my turn. I felt flushed and tired in school one afternoon, and by the next evening was running a fever and feeling achy. The days that followed were awful. I developed a hacking cough and a sensitivity to light. When my temperature hit 102 one night, my parents took turns bathing my arms, chest and forehead with cool washcloths. I remember the worried looks on their faces. After six rough days, I began to feel slightly better — still weak but

being bullied, facing discrimination, dealing with a serious safety concern or encountering a problem that requires adult assistance. But a forgotten assignment can be a lesson in organization. A poor grade can be a chance to understand what went wrong and develop a better approach. A disagreement with a classmate can teach a child how to communicate, compromise and resolve conflicts. A difficult interaction with a teacher can teach a student to respectfully advocate for him or herself. School is about far more than academics. It is also where children learn how to function in the world. They learn to meet deadlines, ask questions, accept constructive criticism, work with others, make decisions and live with the consequences. They won’t always get it right. And that’s OK. Mistakes aren’t necessarily signs that a child is failing. Often, they are evidence that a child is learning. The goal of parenting is not to eliminate every mistake, but to help children understand them and become better equipped to handle the next challenge. Teachers and schools have an obvious role in this partnership. Educators should communicate clearly with families, offer appropriate opportunities for parents to be involved and recognize that they know their children in ways

teachers cannot. At the same time, schools must give students space to develop their own relationships, voices and responsibilities. The partnership works best when everyone understands their roles. Parents provide support and guidance. Teachers provide instruction and expertise. And students, increasingly as they grow older, take responsibility for their own education. That balance may look different in kindergarten than it does in high school. A young child may need considerable parental assistance getting organized, completing routines and understanding expectations. An older student should gradually take more ownership — contacting a teacher, tracking assignments, preparing for a test or addressing a problem before a parent becomes involved. The ultimate goal is not to have children depend on their parents indefinitely. It is to prepare them to become capable adults who can make decisions, solve problems and recover when things don’t go according to plan. As a new school year begins, parents should remember that their children are not projects to be perfectly managed. They are young people learning how to become independent. The job is not to make sure students never stumble. It is to make sure they know how to get back up.

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ong Island is known for its beautiful beaches, blue skies and sandy shores. But living on an island also means living with the realities of nature. From droughts and extreme heat to powerful storms and flooding, our communities are increasingly being reminded that we can’t take our natural resources for granted. As a child, I visited St. Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands, each year, and I saw firsthand what it was like to lack reliable access to water. I remember turning on the faucet and having nothing come out. Like Long Island, St. Thomas is surrounded by water but has a finite supply of groundwater. Water use was scheduled, and residents relied on rainwater collection and desalination to supplement their supply. That experience stuck with me, shaping the way I understand just how precious and essential water is. Today those memories continue to motivate my work to protect Long Island’s water supply, promote conservation and make sure that future generations have access to clean, reliable water.

Handling water scarcity is critical, because we need clean water for drinking, food production and our overall survival. This summer, Nassau and Suffolk counties have seen state drought warnings due to below-normal precipitation. Last month, the Suffolk County Water Authority asked residents to stop watering their lawns, warning that its infrastructure was reaching maximum capacity under the current combination of drought and heat. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, Long Islanders use an average of 140 gallons of water a day per person, about 55 percent more than the national average. Long Island relies almost entirely on groundwater for potable use, making it a requirement that water conservation becomes a priority, to mitigate risks in future droughts. But many people are unaware of how finite the resource is, which is why I introduced bill S10395. This legislation would protect our resources by requiring the state to develop a public-education program for groundwater-dependent communities that explains why reducing unnecessary water use is essential and must be put into practice. The bill would also mandate the use of smart controllers for automatic irrigation systems, adjusting

’m working to protect Long Island from the worst effects of intense rain and flooding.

Letters less feverish. The rash that had covered my body gradually disappeared. I coughed less as the days passed. Almost three weeks after getting sick, I returned to school. In 1963, when measles vaccines finally became available, my mother said that no one would ever suffer from this dreaded disease again. Though her optimism was a bit premature — measles didn’t vanish overnight — the number of cases nevertheless declined steadily as more children became vaccinated. By 2000, the World Health Organization declared the disease essentially eliminated in America. But now measles is back, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting more than 2,400 confirmed cases in 2026 — more than all of last year. In fact, the number of reported cases in the past 20 months is greater than the previous 24 years combined. CDC data also indicates that most of those infected are young and unvaccinated. While U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has recently encouraged parents to vaccinate their children against measles, he has had a long history of skepticism about vaccines,

watering schedules based on weather conditions. Additionally, it would update water conservation guidelines every five years to reflect best irrigation practices, and encourage rebate programs to help residents cover the cost of smartirrigation technology. Together these measures would reduce waste and protect our water supply. Water scarcity isn’t our only concern. On Long Island we know that periods of dry weather can quickly give way to intense rainfall and flooding. We must recognize that protecting our coastal communities means preserving the waterways and ecosystems that help absorb excess rainfall and reduce flooding. That’s why I fought to secure funding for the South Shore Estuary Reserve, which supports efforts to improve water quality, strengthen our shoreline against the impacts of climate change, and advance environmental education and economic development. We also need to ensure that our investments in infrastructure work alongside these natural defenses. The Bay Park Conveyance Project is an important example of this approach. By reducing excess nitrogen in the Western Bays, the project will help restore and strengthen marshlands so they can bet-

even pushing debunked connections between vaccines and autism. A chorus of anti-vaxxers share online conspiracy theories about the medical profession and the pharmaceutical industry. Now we have President Trump’s recent executive order calling for the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine to be administered to children in three separate doses rather than two, the standard practice. His order has dismayed and angered doctors and other health care professionals, who fear that more children will receive incomplete dosages or wind up completely unvaccinated. While a few thousand cases of measles may not strike some as serious, especially since most people recover from it, it’s astonishing that we’re even talking about a disease that was once practically eliminated. Shame on those who have stoked anxiety and confusion about MMR. And politics aside, there can be no excuse for putting any child at risk for such a miserable infection. Having the measles is no day at the beach. Trust me on that. RICHARD J. CONWAy Massapequa

ter function as natural sponges, holding excess water and gradually releasing it over time. For communities like Baldwin Harbor, these investments demonstrate how improving water quality, restoring natural resources and strengthening infrastructure can work together to build a stronger Long Island. These are investments in the future of our communities, which is why securing funding for flood mitigation was also a priority for me in this year’s state budget. Throughout the budget session, I led efforts in the Senate chamber to secure $3.5 million for a Flooding Mitigation System in the Village of Freeport. Freeport’s waterfront location makes it particularly desirable, but also, unfortunately, vulnerable to flooding. Residents shouldn’t have to wonder whether the next major storm will damage their homes or disrupt local businesses. We can’t control when the next drought, storm or hurricane will arrive. We can, however, control whether our communities are prepared to meet those moments. I will continue to fight to bring these investments home to the 6th Senate District, because preparing for the future is my responsibility to the families, businesses and communities that call Long Island home. Siela Bynoe represents the 6th State Senate District.

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