East Meadow Herald 05-14-2026

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Recongizing the work of E.M.’s PTAs

East Meadow’s PTAs gathered for Founders Day last month, an evening dedicated to recognizing the hard work of parent and teacher partnerships. Held at the Fox Hollow, the ceremony honored representatives from each school as well as leaders throughout the East Meadow community for their dedication and service. The event, supported by many community organizations in East Meadow, highlighted the lasting impact PTA members have on local schools, from supporting students and staff to helping strengthen the broader school community.

Above, Olga Kalogiannis, Denyse Kofod, Donna Goldstein, Allyson Benowitz, Daria Ferrara and Liz Oliva-Kong. Right, a banner displayed the schools represented.

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Beautification contest refreshes the community Local businesses compete with cosmetics

By JOSEPH D’ALESSANDRO jdalessandro@liherald.com

Friends for a Beautiful East Meadow has unveiled a new initiative to transform the community into something greener, cleaner and more glamorous.

As of May 1, FABEM’s new contest, Most FAB 2026, invites local businesses to refresh, renovate and decorate to receive the most votes from community members. The first round of voting ends June 30.

Wcatch on — that people will actually take notice, that businesses will take it seriously … when you drive up to a business and they have taken the opportunity to make their business look special, people want to frequent there.”

The 2-year-old organization has the sole focus of improving East Meadow’s appearance and environment at once.

e’re hoping a number of things will happen.

TED ROSENTHAL Co-founder, Friends for a Beautiful East Meadow

The five businesses that receive the most votes will be the finalists, and the process will be repeated in a two-week competition in early July, when the winner will be crowned the “Most Fab of East Meadow.”

Ted Rosenthal co-founded Friends for a Beautiful East Meadow with Taleen Krug and Richie Krug Jr., who have partnered with the Chamber of Commerce to support the contest among its affiliated businesses.

“We’re hoping a number of things will happen,” Rosenthal said. “Number one, that it will

Lauren Maslov is the owner of Pietro’s of East Meadow, an Italian restaurant on East Meadow Avenue. Her business is one of many taking part in the contest. Beautification has been an important part of the history of Pietro’s.

“I bought the business from my dad five years ago,” Maslov said. “[I] reinvented the building to kind of still look the way it used to back in the day, but just with a fresher appearance, and upgraded all of our menu items.

“If you don’t stand out, it’s just people are going to kind of forget about you,” she continued. “The building was deteriorating back a few years ago …

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Ricco-Simeone, Carl seeking re-election to Board of Ed.

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

With the East Meadow school budget vote and board of educations election less than a week away, the community is preparing to head to the polls. Voters will weigh in on a proposed $286.8 million budget, while Board President Jessica Ricco-Simeone and Trustee David Carl are both seeking re-election unopposed.

Ricco-Simeone is a lifelong resident of Salisbury and a longtime educator in the Westbury School District. She resides in the community with her husband and two children. Carl, a longtime resident of East Meadow, resides in the community with his wife and children. An attorney, he is the bureau chief, deputy county attorney, for the social services legal bureau in Nassau County.

During her first election campaign, Ricco-Simeone emphasized the importance of collaboration between students, parents, teachers and community groups. Carl emphasized improving management, transparency and financial accountability within the district. He advocated for stronger communication between the board and the community, including expanded opportunities for public participation.

Both Ricco-Simeone and Carl were elected to the board in 2023. As their first full-term comes to an end, Ricco-

Simeone said that serving on the board has been one of the greatest honors. A graduate of the East Meadow School District, she is pleased with all the board has accomplished.

“My work here is not finished,” she said, “and I look forward to dedicating my time to this district for another three years.”

During the past three years, the Ricco-Simeone said they have focused on expanding opportunities for students

while strengthening district leadership, finances and community engagement. Among the initiatives highlighted were the launch of new career-focused educational pathways, including Medical Assisting programs, and the hiring of new principals and assistant principals who have quickly become prominent leaders within the schools. She also pointed to continued involvement in student and community life, including attending athletic compe-

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titions, supporting district theater and music productions, and helping establish the district’s “Flags for Freedom” tradition. Fiscal responsibility was another major focus, with the president emphasizing efforts to maintain budget stability for taxpayers alongside the hiring of a new assistant superintendent of finance.

Looking ahead, Ricco-Simeone said the district plans to focus on projects tied to the recently approved bond, including building improvements, expanded school security measures and upgrades to athletic facilities.

Future plans also include the development of a new Clarke Café, which is intended to provide students with lifeskills training opportunities while creating a welcoming gathering space on campus.

“I have worked collaboratively to support students, families, faculty, and staff while helping lead the district through meaningful growth and progress,” she said. “As an educator, parent and community member, my commitment to educational excellence, community engagement, and student opportunity has remained at the forefront of every decision.”

Polls are open on May 19 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Taxpayers are instructed to vote at their local elementary school. For more on the budget and board members, visit EMUFSD.us.

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Celebrating the dedication of East Meadow’s PTAs

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

The East Meadow Parent Teacher Association Council and PTAs from the East Meadow school district community celebrated Founders Day on April 27. Founders Day commemorates the founding of the PTA and recognizes those who make the PTA and its activities possible.

The affair took place at the Fox Hollow in Woodbury.

Representatives of each of East Meadow’s schools attended the event, along with the district’s central administration. Those who were honored were brought up to the podium to light a candle to signify all they do for the children in each school community, and in East Meadow and Salisbury in general. Honorees included PTA members as well as district staff that keep the school district thriving.

This year’s honorees from school PTAs included Harriet Alfano, Erica Bod, and Lesley Perullo of Barnum Woods; Vee Perlman, Brenda Rivas and Jean Taliana of Bowling Green; Kristen Anderson, Drew Genoino and Jill Mallilo of East Meadow High School; Neide Eira, Julie Leake and Andrew Vardakis of McVey; Timothy Bellotti, Michael Menstasti and Christopher Pellettieri of Meadowbrook; Sini Susen Jablonski, Kelly Smith and Suzanne Tennenbaum or Parkway; Kathleen Hannan, Mariantoinnete Morello and Randi Madison of the SEPTA; Dan Buckley, Gregory Greco and June Olivares of Clarke Middle School; Allyson Benowitz, Darlene Beovich and Timothy Voels of Clarke High School; and Jeanette Bendetto, Kristi Detor and Allison Vardakis of Woodland Middle School.

The PTA Council recognizes the good work of all of the school’s PTA’s throughout the years, knowing the focus is always on the community’s children.

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The East Meadow Parent Teacher Association Council and PTAs from the East Meadow community celebrated Founders Day on April 27. The Fox Hollow was packed with East Meadow community members who gathered to celebrate the hard work of the district’s PTAs.

Jessica Ricco-Simeone, board of education president, offered remarks alongside Ken Rosner, superintendent of schools.

James Walsh, of the East Meadow Fire Department, was recognized.

Dennis Calu spoked during the ceremonies.

Kelly Nixon, district director of art and music, was also recognized.

Charlotte Huang also offered remarks during the Founders Day celebration.

Local beautification group plans new projects in E.M.

we just needed to stand out in the neighborhood and just bring a little energy back to East Meadow Avenue.”

FABEM recently partnered with the East Meadow school district, the Girl Scouts of Nassau County and the East Meadow Baseball and Softball Association.

The cleanups took place at all four district elementary schools on April 26, as well as the baseball complex and the triangle between Roosevelt and Prospect avenues, just south of Hempstead Turnpike.

Avoiding Guardianship in New York

For the ever-increasing number of those who become legally incapacitated later in life (i.e. unable to handle their legal and financial affairs) having a legal guardian appointed looms as a distinct possibility.

A guardianship proceeding may be commenced by a hospital, nursing home, assisted living residence, family member or a professional involved in the affairs of the “alleged incapacitated person” or “AIP”. These proceedings arise for various reasons such as the facility looking to secure payment or a family member or professional finding that the AIP is either not handling their affairs well or is being taken advantage of financially.

Once the proceeding is commenced a vast bureaucratic process begins to unfold. Notice of the proceeding and of the date and location of any hearings are sent to all interested parties, including all immediate family members. The court appoints a court evaluator to meet with the AIP, determine the nature and extent

of the disability and write a report to the judge. The judge will also appoint a lawyer to represent the AIP in the proceeding and sometimes adult children will want their own lawyers to represent their interests.

The judge decides on who the legal guardian will be and it often ends up being a stranger to the family. Some judges feel that the AIP’s children should not be guardian due to a conflict – that whatever they spend on the AIP is coming out of their inheritance. Other reasons for not choosing one of the AIP’s adult children are sibling rivalry or inability to handle the responsibility.

Guardianship proceedings are expensive, time-consuming and highly stressful to all involved, including the AIP. Trusts avoid guardianship by providing privately who will handle your legal and financial affairs should you become legally incapacitated. Having a trust means you will have those in charge who you know and trust instead of the possibility of a court

“The first time, it was a Friends for a Beautiful East Meadow project, and we contacted the Girl Scouts, who were thrilled to be included,” Rosenthal said. “This year was almost reverse: Before we even started planning, the Girl Scouts contacted us and said, ‘Let’s do it again.’

The voting period for Friends for a Beautiful East Meadow’s Most FAB 2026 Contest will end on June 30. Scan the QR code to vote once a day for your favorite business.

“I think it’s fantastic,” he added. “It occurred to them to do it, and now we have people thinking about these types of projects, and hopefully more and more do so it’s not just what we’re putting out.”

Beautification has multiple benefits, according to Rosenthal. “Our goal is to bring attention to the fact that the more beautiful our areas are, the more people enjoy living here, and the more people enjoy working here, and the more people enjoy shopping here and doing business here,” he said. “East Meadow is a wonderful place to be.”

While the organization may be young, Taleen Krug noted that its growth indicates a bright future.

“As we continue to grow this event year over year, we definitely have been able to add both participation volunteers and different areas that people would like to clean up,” Krug said. “The more people, whether you’re involved in a community organization or not, or you just have a passion to help, this is the perfect event for you.”

To learn more about contest voting and other community initiatives, visit FABEM.org.

Courtesy Ted Rosenthal

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FROM OUR TEAM TO DOROTHY RENZ AND ALL OF THE OTHER HONOREES

DOROTHY RENZ

Dorothy Renz is a partner at Duffy & Duffy. She practices personal injury law with a concentration in medical malpractice. Ms. Renz sits on the Associate Board of Directors of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. She is the vice chair of the Medical Legal Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association. She earned the Silver Pro Bono Service Award at St. John’s University, awarded for dedicating more than 50 hours of pro bono work throughout her law school career. Her service included aiding victims of domestic violence in obtaining temporary orders of protection against their abusers. She also presently volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children in Nassau County.

Ms. Renz graduated from Boston College in 2006 with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. She attended St. John’s University School of Law, where she earned her J.D. in 2010. She is admitted to practice law in New York State. She is also admitted in Pennsylvania

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A UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA commit, Spallina is Nassau County’s leader in goals with 60 after scoring 52 as a sophmore in 2025 for the Class A champion. He’s scored at least four goals in nine games this spring including seven apiece against both Wantagh and Long Beach. He also has 19 assists.

eVeNts to watch

Monday, May 18

Boys/Girls Track & Field: Class AA championships at Roslyn High School 3 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20

Boys/Girls Track & Field: Class AAA championships at Westbury High School 3 p.m.

Thursday, May 21

Boys/Girls Track & Field: Class A championships at North Shore High School 3 p.m.

Saturday, May 23

Flag Football: Class A/B/C finals at LIU TBA

Wednesday, May 27

Girls Lacrosse: Class A/B finals at Adelphi TBA

Thursday, May 28

Girls Lacrosse: Class C/D finals at Adelphi TBA

Monday, June 1

Boys Lacrosse: Class B final at Hofstra 5:30 p.m.

Boys Lacrosse: Class C final at Hofstra 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 2

Boys Lacrosse: Class D final at Hofstra 5:30 p.m.

Boys Lacrosse: Class A final at Hofstra 7:30 p.m.

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East Meadow battles down to wire

By MICHELLE RABINOVICH sports@liherald.com

East Meadow’s girls lacrosse team has experienced high highs and low lows with a 4-10 overall record, but the Jets collectively decided that it’s not over until it’s over.

“We’ve had ups and downs throughout the whole season, but we’re trying to bounce back, finish out our season strong and hopefully make a playoff run,” coach Nicolette Tortorici said.

East Meadow leans on its senior class.

“The good thing is that we have a huge senior class that has been super positive and they don’t want their season to come to an end just yet, so they’ve been leading the pack with their passion and their determination to really have this season go as long as it can,” Tortorici said.

Those seniors include captain Kayla Lederer, who packs a lot of punch, spreadheading the offense with 29 goals.

“She is a three-sport athlete and she excels in all three,” Tortorici said. “She’s really just unbelievable to watch, but she is a bright light, she is a huge role model to all the girls and she is the voice of reason on the field. Everyone sees how much passion she plays with and they try and follow in her footsteps.”

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Jets sophomore Ariana Facenda has 24 goals, including a pair in an 8-5 victory over Mineola April 27.

Sharing the captaincy is Maddie Reger, whom Tortorici labeled as another voice on the field. “[Reger] is kind of the coach’s go-to,” the coach explained. “She loves the game so much and you can really tell that she wants us to get better each day.”

Detailed as a standout ahead of being a captain is Crystal Cruz, who has been an attacker on the varsity unit for three years. Tortorici highlighted Cruz’s ability to read a field’s defense and share the ball most efficiently, so even though she has one goal and one assist this season, her off-ball movements are what make her invaluable.

“She is such a safe player, anytime the ball is in her stick, the girls can take a breath of fresh air,” she said. “She plays with so much heart and hustle.”

To spread the limelight a little bit: junior Kate Barnett has been exceptional according to Tortorici. A captain as well, Tortorici termed Barnett as a force on the field.

“She has a way about her, that everybody knows that she means business,” she said. “She’s very hard on herself and that’s because she’s so determined to win, she’s such a competitor, and I think a lot of girls see that and they also try to compete to the level that she does.”

Even younger, there’s sophomore Ariana Facenda, who has 24 goals, including a pair in an 8-5 win over Mineola April 27. “She has been so, so helpful in our midfield, in both transition and getting goals,” Tortorici said. “She plays with such confidence and poise, and it’s really been great to see her fill a role on the field as a 10th grader.”

As the talent gets younger, like shining freshman defender Isabella Oliveira, Tortorici said it’s a combination of a strong work ethic and even stronger support team: those very same seniors.

“As a freshman it’s pretty intimidating to have a starting spot, but she is small but mighty,” Tortorici explained. “She plays with so much fierce energy and she really is able to hold her own on the defensive end, and I think a lot of that comes from feeling supported by the upperclassmen who play defense with her.”

LIRR strike looms, sides struggle to reach agreement

By BRIAN KACHARABA bkacharaba@liherald.com

With less than a week remaining before a potential Long Island Rail Road strike set for midnight Saturday, negotiations between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and a coalition of rail unions remain ongoing, with both sides offering sharply different assessments of progress.

At the center of the dispute are pay and working conditions. Union leaders are seeking a retroactive 9.5% wage increase over the past three years and an additional 5% raise beginning this year.

The MTA, meanwhile, is offering raises but is also seeking changes to work rules and productivity standards in return, saying it must control costs and protect the system’s long-term financial stability.

The sides were scheduled to meet again on Monday.

The dispute involves more than 3,500 workers represented by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen; the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers–Transportation Division; the Transportation Communications Union/ IAM; the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen; and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

Two Presidential Emergency Boards were convened between September 2025

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progress.

“What was presented did not move us closer to a settlement,” said Jeff Klein, general chairman of IBEW Local 589. “Every day, as a result of MTA’s phony surface bargaining, we move closer to the May 16 strike date.”

Shaun O’Connor, general chairman of IAM District 19, said talks have been slow-moving.

“We’re running out of time here,” he said. “The MTA is still showing a lack of urgency. We practically had to drag them back to the bargaining table this week and what they’ve offered can be best described as ‘too little, too late.’”

Kevin Sexton, vice president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, said workers want a contract that reflects rising costs.

and last March to help resolve the dispute. Both boards sided with the unions, rejecting the MTA’s proposed work rule changes and recommending wage increases, helping set the stage for the current standoff.

At a press conference in New York City on May 8, MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber said he believes progress has been made in negotiations but acknowledged a deal has not yet been reached.

“I do think progress has been made,” he said. “We had a very long meeting yesterday and I would say we are closer,

although we’re not there yet.”

Lieber urged the unions to avoid a strike, warning of financial consequences for workers.

“At this point, we’re getting close enough that it would be, I think, crazy for the workforce who is looking for more money to throw it away by going on a strike,” he said. “Remember, if you go on a strike for a day, that’s one out of roughly 260 days of pay. Pretty quickly, that starts to wipe out the small increments that we’re still trying to negotiate out.”

Union leaders, however, said in a May 8 statement that negotiations made no

“Our members are very frustrated,” he said. “They have gone years without a raise, and they want the trains to keep moving. But they won’t agree to a concessionary contract when the cost of living on Long Island has dramatically increased.”

Lieber disputed those characterizations. He also said the MTA has already put money on the table.

“It’s money in the pockets of the families that they represent,” Lieber said. “No one’s playing gimmicks, but we’ve got this money on the table. Don’t hurt your workforce. Let’s make a deal.”

The unions also held a rally May 9 at the Massapequa LIRR station.

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Heartfelt Mother’s Day Tea at Bowling Green

There were plenty of hugs, smiles and even a few happy tears from April 30 to May 1 as second graders at Bowling Green Elementary School in East Meadow hosted a special Mother’s Day Tea celebration in honor of their moms.

Held in the school’s all-purpose room, the event offered a touching tribute as mothers gathered in the audience to watch their children take center stage. One by one, students proudly read aloud poems they had written especially for their mothers, each featuring a creative and personal acronym for the word “mother.” The heartfelt readings captured the love and appreciation each child holds for their mom, creating a truly memorable experience for families.

Following each reading, students presented their mothers with a rose, adding a meaningful gesture to the emotional celebration. The room quickly filled with embraces as students reunited with their families after sharing their words. The celebration continued with a charming tea gathering, where teachers helped organize refreshments and students enjoyed tasty treats alongside their mothers. Families sat together at tables adorned with pink table covers, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.

The Mother’s Day Tea brought together students, families and staff in a joyful celebration of love, gratitude and connection — leaving lasting memories for all who attended.

—Jordan Vallone

Second grade students presented their mothers with a

and a hug after reading their poems.

Photos courtesy East Meadow School District

Second graders

Green Elementary School in East Meadow hosted a special Mother’s Day Tea celebration in honor of their moms.

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Each poem featured a creative and personal acronym for the word “mother.”

The celebration concluded with a charming tea gathering.

The Mother’s Day Tea brought together students, families and staff in a joyful celebration of love, gratitude and connection.

Mental health on Long Island

By Christy Hinko

Mental health needs across Long Island are rising, even as awareness and resources continue to expand. From Nassau to Su olk counties, providers, educators and advocates say the region is facing a complex moment: more people are seeking help, but barriers to access—including wait times, stigma and workforce shortages—remain significant.

“We’re still in a crisis,” said Liz Hildebrandt, executive director of NAMI Queens/Nassau. “The needs are high and people are still desperate to find care. There are long wait times for appointments, especially in the private sector.”

At the same time, Hildebrandt points to a shift that is both encouraging and urgent. “The rate of death by drug overdoses in Nassau County may be down, but behind the scenes, the state of mental health is in disarray,” she said. “Suicide rates are still very high and we’re seeing increases among young people.”

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WLong Island’s network of nonprofit providers continues to play a critical role. Organizations such as Family & Children’s Association, North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center and CN Guidance & Counseling Services o er more immediate access to care than many private practices.

“Our local nonprofits can see people, and they provide excellent care,” Hildebrandt said. “We can’t ignore them. They are essential, especially for families who need help now.”

Access to crisis care has also improved in Nassau County with the addition of a 24/7 behavioral health crisis center in Hicksville, o ering an alternative to emergency rooms for individuals in acute distress. Still, the system faces capacity challenges, particularly when it comes to inpatient psychiatric beds.

e’re still in a crisis,” said Liz Hildebrandt, executive director of NAMI Queens/ Nassau. “The needs are high and people are still desperate to find care. There are long wait times for appointments, especially in the private sector.”

Youth mental health has become a central concern. Anxiety and depression are rising, and many experts point to a combination of social, environmental and behavioral factors.

A system under strain, a community responding

“The conversations with our youth show increased anxiety and depression,” Hildebrandt said. “Social media isolation is a big part of that. It’s not just how much time they’re spending online—it’s what they’re doing and whether they’re still connecting with people in real life.”

Substance use, particularly among teens, is another emerging factor. “There’s growing concern around THC use and vaping, which may be contributing to increased paranoia and psychosis,” she said. “That’s a serious issue when we talk about long-term mental health outcomes.”

Despite these challenges,

“There’s still a very limited number of beds available if someone needs to be hospitalized,” Hildebrandt said. “That’s an area where increased funding is critical.”

At the state level, recent policy changes have expanded the criteria for psychiatric intervention, allowing providers to consider a person’s overall ability to care for themselves—not just whether they pose an immediate danger. Hildebrandt called the shift “a really important step,” though she noted that public awareness of such changes remains low.

Education and outreach are also evolving. NAMI has seen increased interest from schools in bringing mental health programming directly to students.

“More schools are recognizing that students need more than just academic support,” she said. “They need real mental health education— understanding anxiety, learning coping skills and knowing when to ask for help.”

At Molloy University, faculty members are seeing the impact of the mental health crisis from another angle: the growing need for trained professionals.

Managing the risks of excessive social media use

Numerous studies show that screen time— whether on cell phones, tablets, computers, or TVs—is interfering with children’s sleep, physical activity, hobbies, behavioral health, and academic achievement.

Many parents, however, are underestimating or unaware of the harmful impact that excessive social media use may have or is having on their children, according to the results of a recent Mount Sinai South Nassau Truth in Medicine poll.

A study of U.S. children ages 12-15, referenced in the 2023 U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory “Social Media and Youth Mental Health,” found that teens who spent more than three hours per day on social media faced double the risk of poor mental health, including depression and anxiety. The advisory also pointed out that when 13-17-year-olds were asked about the impact of social media on their body image, 46 percent said social media makes them feel worse, 40 percent said it makes them feel neither better nor worse, and only 14 percent said it makes them feel better.

So what is a parent to do?

Lincoln Ferguson, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at Mount Sinai South Nassau, says a family media plan is an effective way to help parents and children manage time on mobile devices (and computers) for social media, gaming, and entertainment. Based on recommendations by the American Academy of Pediatrics, Dr. Ferguson believes the plan should include:

• One hour daily of physical activity

• 8-12 hours of sleep, depending on age

• A ban on use of devices or screens one hour before bedtime

• Media-free homework time, family time (such as dinner, family outings, and other activities), and locations in the home (including the kitchen, dining room, and/or bedrooms)

Many Long Island children are spending considerably more time with their screens than recommended.

Limiting screen time and ensuring your children are getting at least one hour of daily physical activity is vital to promote better health.

The Mount Sinai South Nassau Truth in Medicine Poll released in September 2024 asked 600 parents from New York and Long Island to estimate the amount of time per day their children use social media apps. In response, 27 percent said their children spend up to two hours per day, 34 percent said they spend between three and four hours, 16 percent said five or more hours, and 23 percent said they were not sure.

As part of the fiscal year 2026 State Budget, Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation that announced and enacted on May 9, 2025, a statewide, “bell-to-bell” smartphone restriction in schools to reduce distractions and improve students’ mental health. Many school leaders are reporting positive results from the restriction.

Concern about overuse of social media is not limited to children. Nearly a third of area residents agree that they also spend too much time on social media or their cell phones, according to the Truth in Medicine poll. Some 16 percent of adults admit that they may be addicted to their cell phones, although most do not believe it is harming their relationships.

Residents concerned about mental health issues can turn to several resources, including Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Mental Health Counseling Center in Baldwin, as well as its Center for Primary and Behavioral Healthcare in Hempstead. Both Nassau and Suffolk counties also provide mobile crisis teams. Call 516-227-TALK (227-8255) for the Nassau County Mobile Crisis Team, which operates seven days a week, from 10 am to 11 pm. The Suffolk County Mobile Crisis Team phone number is 631-952-3333 for adults 18 and older; 631-3701701 for those under 18. For more information or a physician referral, call (516) 632-3000 or visit mountsinai.org/southnassau.

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“Mental health is health. Without mental health, everything else really doesn’t work,” said Joseph Amnawah, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and assistant professor. “There isn’t a meaningful separation between the mind and body.”

Amnawah said awareness is improving, particularly among younger generations.

“We’re seeing increased awareness, which is a positive shift,” he said. “More people are recognizing the need for care for conditions like anxiety, depression and ADHD, but many of these still go untreated for long periods of time.”

Stigma remains a major barrier.

“If someone has diabetes or high blood pressure, they don’t hesitate to seek treatment,” Amnawah said. “But with mental health, there’s still this perception that it’s a personal failing and that prevents people from getting help.”

Breaking that stigma, he said, requires visibility and education.

“More community outreach, more public awareness—those are key,” he said. “Even seeing things like 988 crisis line ads in public spaces is a step in the right direction.”

The demand for providers is also shaping the next generation

Mental health is health; barriers remain significant

of healthcare workers. At Molloy, Amnawah said students are entering psychiatric programs from a wide range of medical backgrounds.

“We’re seeing people from ICU, ER, pediatrics, oncology—all different specialties,” he said. “What they have in common is that they’ve seen the unmet need for mental health care in the populations they serve.”

Many students bring personal connections to the field as well.

“People are going into this because they want to make a difference,” Amnawah said. “They’ve seen how mental health affects individuals and families and they want to be part of the solution.”

For residents navigating the system, both Hildebrandt and Amnawah emphasize the importance of reaching out— whether through nonprofits, crisis centers or educational programs.

“People should know that help is available,” Hildebrandt said. “If you call these organizations, you will get care. You will get support.”

As Long Island continues to confront growing mental health needs, the path forward appears to depend on a combination of expanded access, sustained funding and continued efforts to normalize the conversation around mental wellbeing. 7

Keep a Consistent Routine

Your brain likes predictability. Waking up, eating, and going to sleep at roughly the same time helps stabilize mood and energy levels.

Move

YouR BodY dailY

You don’t need a full workout—just 20–30 minutes of walking, stretching, or light exercise can reduce stress and improve mood by boosting endorphins.

liMit infoRMation oveRload

Constant news and social media can spike anxiety. Set boundaries—check in once or twice a day instead of constantly scrolling.

Get QualitY sleep

Aim for 7–9 hours. Poor sleep directly impacts mood, focus, and stress tolerance. A simple rule: no screens 30–60 minutes before bed.

staY ConneCted

Even brief conversations with friends, family, or coworkers can improve mental health. Isolation tends to amplify stress.

pRaCtiCe “Mental offloadinG”

Write things down—tasks, worries, ideas. Getting them out of your head reduces overwhelm and helps you focus.

Be RealistiC With YouR WoRKload

Not everything is urgent. Prioritize what truly matters and push back when needed. Constant overload leads straight to burnout.

Photo by Marcel Straub

Brain boost Simple, smart habits for better mental health

By Christy Hinko

Improving mental health doesn’t require a full reset. Small, consistent changes in how you eat, move and manage your day can have a real impact on mood, focus and resilience.

Eat with your brain in mind

Nutrition plays a direct role in mental well-being. Diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats are linked to better mood and cognitive function. Antioxidant-rich foods like berries help protect brain cells, while leafy greens provide folate, a B vitamin tied to mood regulation. Omega-3 fatty acids from fish support brain health. Try to limit ultra-processed foods, which are associated with higher rates of anxiety and depression.

Keep your energy steady

Blood sugar swings can affect how you feel. Meals that include protein, fiber and healthy fats help maintain stable energy and prevent irritability and fatigue. Skipping meals or relying on sugary snacks often leads to crashes that impact focus.

Move regularly

Exercise is a proven mood booster. Physical activity releases endorphins and reduces stress hormones. You don’t need a gym— walking, stretching or biking for even 20 minutes can improve your outlook.

Prioritize sleep

Sleep is essential for emotional balance and mental clarity. Aim for seven to nine hours per night and stick to a consistent schedule. Reducing screen time before bed and limiting late-day caffeine can help improve sleep quality.

Get outside

Exposure to natural light

supports your body’s internal clock and helps regulate mood-related chemicals like serotonin. Even a few minutes outdoors each day can make a difference.

Stay hydrated

Dehydration can lead to fatigue and difficulty concentrating. Drinking enough water throughout the day supports overall brain function.

Reduce mental clutter

Constant notifications and screen time can overwhelm the brain. Build in quiet moments—turn off alerts, step away from devices or take a few minutes to reset without distractions.

Stay connected

Strong social ties support mental health. Regular interaction with friends or family—even brief checkins—can reduce feelings of isolation and improve mood.

Practice mindfulness

You don’t need long meditation sessions. Simple habits like focusing on your breathing or slowing down during daily activities can help manage stress and improve emotional control.

Be realistic—and flexible

Mental health isn’t about perfection. Set manageable goals, pace yourself and allow time to rest. Avoid overloading your schedule. Know when to get help

If stress, anxiety or depression become overwhelming, professional support can make a difference. Seeking help is a practical step toward better mental health.

Small habits, practiced consistently, can build a stronger, healthier mind over time.

Photo by Amauri Mejia Photo: Yoga is a great exercise to practice mindfulness.

Barnum Woods K-Kids donates $1K

The Barnum Woods K-Kids, a youth division part of the Kiwanis Club of East Meadow, donated $1000 to the Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Unit to help children in the hospital.

The Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center Foundation is a program in the NY District Kiwanis. The foundation supports pediatric trauma efforts at Cohen

Children’s Medical Center and Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, as well as programs in the area that protect the safety of children.

Kiwanis leadership reflected that it was the perfect demonstration of “kids helping kids.”

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Jordan Vallone

Courtesy Donna Goldstein

Members of the Barnum woods K-Kids with Kiwanis president, Donna Goldstein, and immediate past president, Melody Schiller.

STEPPING OUT

A garden invites children to take part in nurturing life and understanding the outcomes of their choices. When things don’t go as planned, it becomes a valuable space to build resilience, accept outcomes and try again.

Planting seeds of wonder

By Karen Bloom

One of the most meaningful things you can grow in a garden isn’t a flower or a vegetable — it’s a lifelong gardener. With summer on the horizon, outdoor spaces begin to feel like an extension of home, creating a natural setting for families to connect, explore and unwind.

For children, the benefits of gardening go far beyond getting a little dirt under their nails. A growing body of research links hands-on gardening to improved physical health, emotional well-being and even stronger academic performance. Add in the value of family time, and it’s easy to see why more parents and grandparents are heading outside together.

Let curiosity lead

The key to success? A little flexibility — and a lot of patience.

When gardening with kids, be prepared to pivot. Adults may focus on neat rows and finished results, but children are often drawn to discovery. That carefully planned planting activity might pause for a closer look at a grasshopper or a worm—and that’s okay. Lean into their curiosity. Use those moments as opportunities to teach, connect and nurture a sense of wonder.

At its core, gardening with children is about building positive associations. If they leave the garden feeling curious, happy and engaged, you’ve done it right — and they’ll be eager to return.

America

Following a sold-out run of shows for their 55th anniversary, America is on the road again. Known for their timeless tunes, the Grammy-winning band draws on their deep catalog of hits, including their signature song, “Horse With No Name,” which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972. America — Gerry Buckley and Dewey Bunnell — met in while attending school in London, along with Dan Peek, while their Air Force fathers were stationed there. The band is also the subject of a new documentary, “I Need You: 53 Years Of The Band America,” which takes audiences backstage as Beckley and Bunnell privately say goodbye to a lifetime together on the road. Beckley remains an active band member but retired from touring in 2024, while America continues to tour with Bunnell at the helm. America’s audiences continue to grow, bearing testament to their enduring appeal.

Friday, May 15, 8 p.m. Tilles Center, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or tillescenter.org or (516) 299-3100.

Life lessons in the garden

Dig, plant, repeat

Giving kids a say in what they grow can also make a big difference. While it helps to include a few easy, reliable plants, don’t shy away from their creative choices. Whether it’s beets, roses or bright petunias, that sense of ownership encourages them to stay involved. And remember, gardening doesn’t require a large backyard — containers on a porch, balcony or windowsill can be just as rewarding.

It’s also important to choose projects that fit your family’s lifestyle. Consider your children’s ages and abilities, along with your time, space and budget. Setting realistic expectations helps ensure the experience remains enjoyable rather than overwhelming.

And don’t underestimate the simple joy of digging. For many kids, that’s the highlight. Designating a small “dig zone” in the garden allows them to explore freely — searching for worms, examining soil and engaging their senses — while protecting more delicate plantings.

Many hands, one garden

Creating a welcoming, joyful environment is essential. Early, positive experiences in nature can foster a lasting sense of responsibility for the world around them. Encourage participation and small responsibilities, but avoid turning gardening into a chore. Let children engage at their own pace, and respect their comfort levels when it comes to touching, tasting or smelling plants.

If you’re gardening with multiple children, think about ways to make the experience inclusive. Collaborative tasks — one child digging, another adding soil, another placing a plant — can keep everyone involved and invested.

Equally valuable is unstructured time. Allow kids to simply be in the garden without a set agenda. Those quiet moments of observation and self-directed play often spark the deepest connections to nature.

Finally, don’t forget to enjoy it yourself. Children take cues from the adults around them, and your enthusiasm can be contagious. When they see your genuine appreciation for gardening, they’re far more likely to develop their own.

Because in the end, the real harvest isn’t just what grows in the soil — it’s the love of nature that grows alongside it.

Wallflowers

The Wallflowers mark the 30th anniversary of their breakthrough album “Bringing Down the Horse” on their latest tour, with a special full-album performance at the Paramount, presenting the record in sequence from start to finish. Originally released in 1996, the album became a defining success of the decade, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and going quadruple platinum. It produced a string of major hits, including “6th Avenue Heartache,” “The Difference,” and the Grammy-winning “One Headlight,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 and remains one of the era’s most recognizable rock singles. Led by songwriter Jakob Dylan, the band draws on classic American rock influences such as The Band and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers — a legacy echoed in the tour’s additional tribute segment to Petty, including a full performance of the 1982 album Long After Dark. Saturday, May 16, 7:30 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Your Neighborhood CALENDAR

MAY

15

Family theater

Long Island Children’s Museum stages

“Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!,” back at the museum by popular demand. With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the award-winning “Pigeon” picture books, and featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!), this show is even more fun than staying up late and having a hot dog party! It’s not easy being the Pigeon since you never get to do anything. But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird can finally do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs, and feathers, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping. $11 with museum admission ($9 members), $15 theater only.

• Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Time: 10:15 a.m. and noon.; also May 16, May 20-21

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

MAY

16

Nature Connects

Old Westbury Gardens welcomes internationally acclaimed artist Sean Kenney and his Nature Connects exhibition. Explore 17 largerthan-life sculptures inspired by the wonders of the natural world—each built from over 300,000 LEGO® bricks. Vibrant and imaginative, these creations blend art, science, and nature, offering visitors of all ages a playful new way to experience the gardens. Opens May 16 and is on view through Sept. 7. Tickets required.

• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

• Time: Ongoing

• Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

STEM Explorers: May Flowers

Flowers are happening at Long Island Children’s Museum. As the weather gets warmer, the world around us starts blooming! Join the Green Teens and learn about the importance of flowers in our natural world.

• Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Time: Noon-2 p.m.

• Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

‘Cold Beer on a Saturday Night’

Spring blooms with a taste of summer as Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band bring their “Ultimate Beach Party Tribute” to the Paramount stage, celebrating the music of Kenny Chesney, Jimmy Buffett, and Zac Brown Band. Long Island–based and led by Paul C. Cuthbert (aka Jimmy Kenny) on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, the group also features Linn DeMilta (Lovely Linn) on lead and backing vocals, Luis Rios on guitar, Frank Stainkamp on keyboards, Dan Prine on bass, and Mike Vecchione on drums. Together, they’ve spent more than a decade channeling the laid-back spirit of beach-country favorites across stages throughout the Northeast.

With a setlist built for singing along, the band blends crowd-pleasing hits with an easygoing, sun-soaked energy that evokes margaritas, ocean breezes and carefree nights where, as they like to say, it’s always “5 o’clock somewhere.”

Old Westbury

• Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• Contact: oldwestburygardens.org or call (516) 333-0048

Decoration Day

MAY

Step back in time at Old Bethpage Village Restoration during a Decoration Day program honoring those who served. With historical demonstrations, brass band entertainment, ceremony and parade.

• Where: 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage.

• Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Contact: oldbethpagevillagerestoration.org or (516) 572-8409

23 MAY

25

East Meadow Memorial Day Parade

Join East Meadow veterans and community members for a parade in recognition of Memorial Day.

• Where: East Meadow Avenue

MAY 17

Boater/Jet Ski Certification Class

Get set for your water adventures at the certification class at Allstate in East Meadow. There is a fee to attend. Registration required.

• Where: 1576 Front St., East Meadow

• Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: NYBoatingSafety.com

Busy Bees

We all know that bees are amazing. While we often think of only the honey bee, Long Island’s native mason bee is an impressive little insect. They pollinate 20 times more plants than honey bees, live their life in solitude and are not aggressive. Bring the family to celebrate World Bee Day at Long Island Children’s Museum to learn all about these hard workers and make a bee habitat to welcome them to your garden. For ages 3+.

• Where: Museum Row, Garden City

• Time: 1-3 p.m.

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

Long Island Choral Society Spring Concert

The Long Island Choral Society performs a concert of varied delights, including Franz Schubert’s Mass No.2 in G, selections by Haydn, Brahms, Samuel Barber and Randall Thompson, plus some traditional selections celebrating America at 250. Under the baton of Music Director Michael C. Haigler, ensemble is joined by a chamber orchestra and featured soloists Georgia Rehbock, soprano; Christopher Judge, tenor, and Ian Joyal, baritone. Tickets are available at the door. $20 adult, $10, youth.

• Where: Garden City Community Church, 245 Stewart Ave., Garden City

• Time: 4 p.m.

• Contact: lics.org or (516) 652-6878

MAY

18

Mystery Book Club

East Meadow

Library’s Mystery Book Club meets to discuss “All Good People Here” by Ashley Flowers.

• Where: 1886 Front St., East Meadow

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Contact: EastMeadow.info

• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington

• Time: 8 p.m.

Fans of Parrotheads, No Shoes Nation and the Zamily alike can expect a lively, feel-good night of music that turns the Paramount into a full-on coastal celebration. Everyone has a great time grooving to their lively mix of their popular sing-along hits and feel good, easy living flair. If you like your toes in the sand, wasting away with a margarita or a cold beer, then you’ll surely have a great time with the Jimmy Kenny Band.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

Navigating College Admissions

Join a local Long Island principal at East Meadow Library, who will guide teens and their families through the college application process.

• Where: 1886 Front St., East Meadow

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Contact: EastMeadow.info

MAY

21

Bricks & Brews

Old Westbury Gardens hosts an adultonly, brick-building experience using official LEGO sets. Begin your evening with a guided tour of Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects an exhibit made with LEGO bricks. After the tour, build your own LEGO Botanical Daisies Kit at the Barn at Orchard Hill while enjoying refreshments. Each guest receives one drink ticket redeemable for a glass of beer or wine, with additional drinks available for purchase onsite. All participants take their LEGO kit home at the end of the program. Arrive 15 minutes early to the Barn at Orchard Hill to check in before the tour. For ages 21+. $50, with member discount. Registration required.

• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road,

• Time: 10 a.m.

MAY

27

Tunes with County Line Eisenhower Park’s summer concerts return! County Line hits the stage at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theater. Enjoy a show filled with classic, country and southern rock tunes.

• Where: Eisenhower Park, Field 6/6A

• Time: Noon

• Contact: NassauCountyNY.gov

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Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

ANNUAL MEETING

NOTICE OF ANNUAL SCHOOL AND LIBRARY MEETING AND ELECTION

EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that the annual meeting, budget vote and election of the East Meadow Union Free School District will be held on May 19, 2026, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. in each of the school election districts heretofore established on the following separate matters:

1. Proposition 1 - The estimated expenditures for school purposes (school budget) for the ensuing school year 2026-2027 and authorizing the levy and collection of the necessary taxes thereof.

2. Proposition 2 - The estimated expenditures for library purposes (library budget) for the ensuing school year 2026-2027 and authorizing the levy and collection of the necessary taxes thereof.

3. Any other questions or propositions as to matters or expenditures or authority to levy taxes that may be presented for a vote under the Education Law.

NOTICE IS HEREBY

FURTHER GIVEN that voting upon the estimated expenses for school and library purposes for the school year and the election of members of the Board of Education and Library Board will be held on May 19, 2026, in each of the school election districts heretofore established.

VOTING will be by ballot on voting machines in the schoolhouses designated in each of the separate school election districts heretofore established and the polls will remain open for voting from 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m., and as much longer as may be necessary for all voters then present to cast their votes.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at said vote and election to be conducted on May 19, 2026, two (2) members are to be elected to the Board of Education and one (1) member is to be elected to the Library Board as follows:

(a) two members of the Board of Education for a full term of three (3)

years, commencing July 1, 2026, and expiring on June 30, 2029.

(b) one member of the Library Board for a full term of five (5) years, commencing July 1, 2026, and expiring June 30, 2031, to succeed Monica Marotta, incumbent, whose term of office expires on June 30, 2026.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the election shall be held in accordance with the Rules for the Conduct of Meetings and Elections adopted by the Board of Education and applicable law.

NOMINATIONS OF CANDIDATES

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that candidates for the offices of member of the Board of Education and member of the Library Board shall be nominated by petition. Candidates for member of the Board of Education run at large. Each candidate petition for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be directed to the Clerk of the School District, care of the Superintendent, shall be signed by at least forty-eight (48) qualified voters of the District, said number constituting 2% of the total number of voters who voted at the Annual Meeting of May 20, 2025, shall state the residence of each signer, and shall state the name and residence of the candidate.

Each vacancy to be filled for trustee of the Library Board shall be considered a separate specific office. A separate petition shall be required to nominate a candidate to each separate office. Each petition for candidate for the office of member of the Library Board shall be directed to the Clerk of the School District, care of the Superintendent, shall be signed by at least forty-eight (48) qualified voters of the District, shall state the residence of each signer, shall state the name and residence of the candidate, and shall describe the specific vacancy on the Library Board for which the candidate is nominated, which description shall include at least the length of the term of office and the name of the last incumbent.

Each petition shall be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the District, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and not later than 5:00

p.m. on April 20, 2026.

SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICTS

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the boundaries of the following School Election Districts shall be as heretofore determined and published by the Board of Education and the place in each election district for registration and voting shall be as follows:

SCHOOL ELECTION

DISTRICT NO. 1

The boundaries of School Election District No. 1 are as follows:

Bounded on the North by Hempstead-Bethpage Turnpike; on the East by Wantagh State Parkway; on the South by North Jerusalem Road; on the West by East Meadow Avenue from the intersection of North Jerusalem Road to Lenox Avenue then northeast to Eighth Avenue east to Newbridge Road, then north to Hempstead Turnpike.

The qualified voters of School Election District No. 1 will vote at the Parkway Elementary School located at 465 Bellmore Road in said District.

SCHOOL ELECTION

DISTRICT NO. 2

The boundaries of School Election District No. 2 are as follows: Bounded on the North by the south side of Hempstead Turnpike from the intersection of Merrick Avenue running easterly to the intersection of Newbridge Road. Bounded on the East by the west side of Newbridge Road from the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike running south to the intersection of Eighth Avenue. Bounded on the South by the north side of Eighth Avenue; running southwest to the intersection of Lenox Avenue and East Meadow Avenue; running northwest on East Meadow Avenue to number 604; running westerly to Maitland Street; running south to the north side of Lenox Avenue continuing southwest to the southerly ends of Benito, Patterson, Adelphi, Coakley and Albert Streets and the westerly ends of Sidney Place, Powers Avenue and Kevin Place going west to the east side of Prospect Avenue at number 1530 and running northeast to the intersection of Chestnut Avenue, proceeding northwest

on the northwest side of Chestnut Avenue to the intersection of Front Street, then running southwest on the north side of Front Street to the intersection of Merrick Avenue. Bounded on the West by the east side of Merrick Avenue from the intersection of Front Street, running north to the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike.

The qualified voters of School Election District No. 2 will vote at the McVey Elementary School located at 2201 Devon Street in said District.

SCHOOL ELECTION

DISTRICT NO. 3

The boundaries of School Election District No. 3 are as follows:

Bounded on the North by Hempstead Turnpike from Meadowbrook Parkway to Merrick Avenue, southerly to the point of intersection of the south side of Front Street easterly to Chestnut Avenue. Bounded on the East by the west side of Merrick Avenue running south from Hempstead Turnpike to Front Street to the south side of Front Street running northeast from Merrick Avenue to the west side of Chestnut Avenue from Front Street to Prospect Avenue to number 1489; then south including Marian Court, Dieman Lane, Flower Lane, Sherwood Drive, Andrea Road, the north ends of Cynthia, Wenwood and Bruce Drives, the west end of Cynron and Meadow Lanes and Midland Drive and the south side of Lenox Avenue proceeding east to East Meadow Avenue; continuing east on the west side of East Meadow Avenue from Lenox Avenue to Irving Place, south from number 604 East Meadow Avenue running south to North Jerusalem Road. Bounded on the South by North Jerusalem Road to the point of intersection of Ennabrock Road, including Ennabrock Road to North Jerusalem Road; west to Meadowbrook Parkway. Bounded on the West by Meadowbrook Parkway from North Jerusalem Road running north to Hempstead Turnpike.

The qualified voters of School Election District No. 3 will vote at Barnum Woods Elementary School located at 500 May Lane in said District. SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 4

The boundaries of

School Election District No. 4 are as follows: Bounded on the North by Old Country Road to the point of intersection of the Wantagh State Parkway. Bounded on the East by the Wantagh State Parkway running south to the Oyster Bay Town Line and then east to Newbridge Road, running south on Newbridge Road to Twig Lane. Bounded on the South by Twig Lane, running west to the Wantagh State Parkway, then running south to the north side of Hearth Lane at Friends Lane proceeding west to the intersection of the west side of Carman Avenue, proceeding south to the north side of Salisbury Park Drive and continuing on the north side of Salisbury Park Drive in a northerly direction from Stewart Avenue to Old Country Road.

The qualified voters of School Election District No. 4 will vote at the Bowling Green Elementary School located at 2340 Stewart Avenue, Westbury, NY, in said District.

SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 5

The boundaries of School Election District No. 5 are as follows: Bounded on the North from the south side of Hearth Lane at Carman Avenue easterly to Wantagh Parkway; north to the Oyster Bay Town Line; easterly to the south side of Levittown Parkway to the intersection of Newbridge Road. Bounded on the East by the west side of Newbridge Road running south to Wantagh Parkway; continuing south on Wantagh Parkway to the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike. Bounded on the South by Hempstead Turnpike from the intersection of Wantagh Parkway running west to the intersection of Bly Road. Bounded on the West by Bly Road running north and east to Ava Drive; running north and east to Erma Drive; running south to Nottingham Road; running east (including Florence and Jane Courts) to the east side of Carman Avenue running north to the intersection of Hearth Lane.

The qualified voters of School Election District No. 5 will vote at the Meadowbrook Elementary School located at 241 Old Westbury Road in said District.

PERSONAL REGISTRATION OF VOTERS PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that all qualified voters of the School District must be registered in the School District Registration Books and/ or in the Official List of Registered and Enrolled Voters for the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, issued by the Nassau County Board of Elections, in order to vote at the meeting and election on May 19, 2026. The following persons shall be eligible to vote: All persons who shall have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance with section two thousand fourteen of the Education Law and all persons who shall have been previously registered hereunder for any annual or special meeting or election and who shall have voted at any annual or special meeting or election held or conducted during the four calendar years prior to 2026 (i.e., 2022-2025). In addition, all persons who are registered to vote pursuant to the provisions of section three hundred fifty-two of the Election Law of the State of New York shall be eligible to vote.

Registration of voters not previously registered and eligible to vote shall take place through May 14, 2026 inclusive, on the days when school is in session, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the office of the District Clerk at the Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, New York. Evening registration will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in the main corridor of the Salisbury School between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Registration of voters not previously registered and eligible to vote shall also take place on May 4, 2026, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., at each of the 5 election districts, locations as listed previously. The Board of Registration shall meet to prepare the Register of the School District on the dates and times above specified and any person shall be entitled to have their name placed upon such Register provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration, they are then or thereafter entitled

to vote at the school meeting or election for which such register is prepared.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Board of Registration shall also meet during the annual district election at each schoolhouse where voting shall take place for the purpose of preparing a register for district elections held subsequent thereto.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Register of Voters so prepared as aforesaid shall be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the District upon its completion where it shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on each of the five days prior and including the day set for the election except Sunday, and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., by appointment only. Please contact Judy Kandel at 516-478-5735 if you wish to make an appointment.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Official Budget Presentation on the adopted school budget will take place on May 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at The Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, NY. There will be a Public Hearing on the proposed Library Budget on May 11, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the proposed 2026/2027 school budget is available upon request to district residents commencing May 5, 2026, at the office of the District Clerk at the Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, N.Y. The proposed 2026/2027 library budget is available upon request by any resident commencing May 5, 2026, on the library website.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that copies of the proposed 2026/2027 school budget and of the proposed 2026/2027 library budget may be obtained by any resident of the district, upon request, at each of the offices of the schoolhouses in the District, at the school district offices, listed below, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on each day other than Saturday, Sunday or holidays during the 14day period preceding the annual meeting and election. The proposed 2026/2027 school

budget will also be available on the school district website.

Barnum Woods Elementary School

500 May Lane East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Bowling Green Elementary School

2340 Stewart Avenue Westbury, N.Y. 11590

McVey Elementary School

2201 Devon Street East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Meadowbrook Elementary School

241 Old Westbury Road East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Parkway Elementary School

465 Bellmore Road East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Woodland Middle School

690 Wenwood Drive East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

W. Tresper Clarke Middle School

740 Edgewood Drive Westbury, N.Y. 11590

W. Tresper Clarke High School

740 Edgewood Drive Westbury, N.Y. 11590

East Meadow High School

101 Carman Avenue East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Salisbury School 718 The Plain Road Westbury, N.Y. 11590

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, pursuant to Real Property Tax Section 495, an exemption report detailing exemptions from real property taxation shall be available and appended to any tentative, preliminary or final budget.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that copies of the proposed 2026/2027 school budget and of the proposed 2026/2027 library budget may be obtained by any resident at the East Meadow Public Library located at 1886 Front Street, East Meadow, N.Y., on each day other than Sunday or holidays between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. during the 14-day period preceding the annual meeting and election. The proposed 2026/2027 library budget will also be available on the East Meadow Public Library website.

Public Notices

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that an application for an absentee or early mail ballot may be made at the Office of the District Clerk, Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, NY 11590 no earlier than thirty (30) days before the vote. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter and one (1) day before the election if the ballot is to be personally delivered to the voter or his/her designated agent. Upon receiving a timely request for an absentee or early mail ballot, the District Clerk will mail the ballot to the address set forth in the application by no later than six (6) days before the vote. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 19, 2026. A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail ballots shall have been issued will be available in said Office of the Clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on each of the five days prior and including the day set for the election except Sunday, and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., by appointment only. Please contact Judy Kandel at 516-478-5735 if you wish to make an appointment.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the school district. Military voters who are qualified voters of the school district may submit an application for a military ballot. Military voters may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such registration, ballot application or ballot. Military voter registration and military ballot application forms must be received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 23, 2026. No military ballot will be canvassed unless it is returned by mail or in person and received by the office of the District Clerk by no later than 5:00 p.m. on election day.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that any proposition or questions to be placed upon the voting machines shall be submitted in writing by petition subscribed by at least five hundred (500) qualified voters of the District and filed in the office of the District Clerk at least thirty (30) days prior to the annual meeting, except for petitions relating to a proposition which must be included in the notice of the annual meeting. Petitions relating to a proposition which must be included in the notice of the annual meeting must be submitted sixty (60) days in advance of the annual meeting.

Any proposition may be rejected by the Trustees or Board of Education if the purpose of the proposition is not within the power of the voters, or where the expenditure of monies is required by the proposition, if the proposition fails to include the necessary specific appropriation.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR VOTING:

1. A person shall be a citizen of the United States.

2. Eighteen or more years of age.

3. A resident of the District for a period of thirty days or more next preceding the election at which he or she offers to vote.

4. Must be registered to vote.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that this Board shall convene a special meeting thereof within twenty-four hours after the filing with the District Clerk of a written report of the results of the ballot for the purpose of examining and tabulating said reports of the results of the ballot and declaring the result of the ballot.

The Board hereby designates itself to be a set of poll clerks to cast and canvass ballots pursuant to Education Law Section 2019-a, subdivision 2b at said special meeting of the Board.

Dated: MARCH 20, 2026 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK

Judy E. Kandel District Clerk 159375

LEGAL NOTICE REUNIÓN ANUAL AVISO DE ELECCIÓN Y REUNIÓN ANUAL DE LA ESCUELA Y LA BIBLIOTECA DISTRITO ESCOLAR EAST MEADOW UNION FREE CIUDAD DE HEMPSTEAD, CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

POR EL PRESENTE, SE NOTIFICA que la reunión anual, la votación del presupuesto y la elección del Distrito Escolar East Meadow Union Free se realizarán el 19 de mayo de 2026 entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. en cada uno de los distritos electorales escolares hasta ahora establecidos sobre los siguientes asuntos independientes:

1. Proposición

1 - Los gastos estimados para propósitos escolares (presupuesto escolar) para el siguiente año escolar, 20262027, y la autorización del gravamen y la recaudación de los impuestos necesarios de este gravamen.

2. Proposición

2 - Los gastos estimados para los propósitos de la biblioteca (presupuesto de la biblioteca) para el siguiente año escolar, 2026-2027, y la autorización del gravamen y la recaudación de los impuestos necesarios de este gravamen.

3. Cualquier otra cuestión o propuesta relacionada con los asuntos, los gastos o la autoridad para recaudar impuestos que se pueda presentar para una votación según la Ley de Educación.

POR EL PRESENTE, SE NOTIFICA que la votación sobre los gastos estimados para los propósitos de la escuela y la biblioteca para el año escolar, y la elección de los miembros de la Junta de Educación y la Junta de la Biblioteca se llevarán a cabo el 19 de mayo de 2026 en cada uno de los distritos electorales escolares hasta ahora establecidos.

La VOTACIÓN será mediante boleta electoral en máquinas de votación en las sedes escolares designadas en cada uno de los distritos electorales escolares independientes hasta ahora establecidos, y las urnas estarán habilitadas para votar de 7:00 a.m. a 9:00 p.m. y durante el tiempo que sea necesario para que los votantes presentes puedan emitir su voto.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA

que, en esta votación y elección a realizarse el 19 de mayo de 2026, se elegirán dos (2) miembros para la Junta de Educación y un (1) miembro para la Junta de la Biblioteca como se indica a continuación: (a) Dos miembros de la Junta de Educación para un período completo de tres (3) años, desde el 1 de julio de 2026 hasta el 30 de junio de 2029. (b) Un miembro de la Junta de la Biblioteca para un período completo de cinco (5) años, desde el 1 de julio de 2026 hasta el 30 de junio de 2031, para reemplazar a Monica Marotta, titular del último mandato.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA también que la elección se llevará a cabo de acuerdo con las Normas para la Organización de Reuniones y Elecciones adoptadas por la Junta de Educación y la ley vigente.

NOMINACIONES DE CANDIDATOS

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que los candidatos para los cargos de miembros de la Junta de Educación y de la Junta de la Biblioteca se nominarán mediante solicitud. Los candidatos a miembro en la Junta de Educación se presentan en general. Cada solicitud de candidato para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educación se enviará a la secretaría del Distrito Escolar, a la atención del superintendente, y deberá estar firmada por al menos cuarenta y ocho (48) votantes calificados del Distrito. Este número representa el 2% del número total de personas que votaron en la reunión anual del 20 de mayo de 2025. Incluirá la residencia de cada firmante, y también el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Cada vacante para ser fideicomisario de la Junta de la Biblioteca se debe considerar una vacante específica e independiente. Se necesita una solicitud por separado para nominar a un candidato para cada cargo en particular. Cada solicitud de candidato para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de la Biblioteca se enviará a la secretaría del Distrito Escolar, a la atención del superintendente, y deberá estar firmada por al menos cuarenta y ocho (48) votantes calificados del Distrito. Incluirá la residencia de cada firmante, el nombre y la residencia

del candidato, e indicará la vacante específica en la Junta de la Biblioteca para la que el candidato está nominado. Esta descripción incluirá, por lo menos, la duración del mandato en el cargo y el nombre del último titular.

Cada solicitud se presentará en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:30 p. m., y antes de las 5:00 p. m. del 20 de abril de 2026.

DISTRITOS

ELECTORALES

ESCOLARES

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que la Junta de Educación determinará y publicará, como hasta aquí se establece, los límites de los siguientes distritos electorales escolares, y el lugar de cada distrito electoral para el registro y la votación será el siguiente:

DISTRITO ELECTORAL

ESCOLAR N.º 1

Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 1 son los siguientes:

Limita al norte con Hempstead-Bethpage Turnpike, al este con Wantagh State Parkway, al sur con North Jerusalem Road, al oeste con East Meadow Avenue desde la intersección de North Jerusalem Road hasta Lenox Avenue, al noreste hasta Eighth Avenue, al este hasta Newbridge Road, al norte hasta Hempstead Turnpike.

Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 1 votarán en Parkway Elementary School ubicada en 465 Bellmore Road, en este Distrito.

DISTRITO ELECTORAL

ESCOLAR N.º 2

Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 2 son los siguientes: Limita al norte con el lado sur de Hempstead Turnpike desde la intersección de Merrick Avenue hacia el este hasta la intersección de Newbridge Road. Limita al este con el lado oeste de Newbridge Road desde la intersección de Hempstead Turnpike, y continúa hacia el sur hasta la intersección de Eighth Avenue. Limita al sur con el lado norte de Eighth Avenue; continúa hacia el sudoeste hasta la intersección de Lenox Avenue y East Meadow Avenue; sigue hacia el noroeste en East Meadow Avenue hasta la numeración 604; prosigue hacia el oeste hasta Maitland Street; continúa hacia el sur hasta el lado norte de Lenox Avenue y hacia

el sudoeste hasta el final sur de Benito, Patterson, Adelphi, Coakley y Albert Streets, y hasta el final oeste de Sidney Place, Powers Avenue y Kevin Place. Sigue al oeste hasta el lado este de Prospect Avenue, numeración 1530, y continúa hacia el noreste hasta la intersección de Chestnut Avenue; prosigue hacia el noroeste en el lado noroeste de Chestnut Avenue hasta la intersección de Front Street. Luego, sigue hacia el suroeste en el lado norte de Front Street hasta la intersección de Merrick Avenue. Limita al oeste con el lado este de Merrick Avenue desde la intersección de Front Street, y continúa hacia el norte hasta la intersección de Hempstead Turnpike. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 2 votarán en McVey Elementary School ubicada en 2201 Devon Street, en este Distrito. DISTRITO ELECTORAL ESCOLAR N.º 3 Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 3 son los siguientes:

Limita al norte con Hempstead Turnpike desde Meadowbrook Parkway hasta Merrick Avenue, al sur hasta el punto de intersección del lado sur de Front Street y hacia el este hasta Chestnut Avenue. Limita al este con el lado oeste de Merrick Avenue. Sigue hacia el sur desde Hempstead Turnpike a Front Street hasta el lado sur de Front Street. Continúa hacia el noreste desde Merrick Avenue hasta el lado oeste de Chestnut Avenue, desde Front Street hasta Prospect Avenue, numeración 1489. Luego, en el sur incluye Marian Court, Dieman Lane, Flower Lane, Sherwood Drive, Andrea Road, el final norte de Cynthia, Wenwood y Bruce Drives, el final oeste de Cynron y Meadow Lanes y Midland Drive, y el lado sur de Lenox Avenue. Sigue por el este hasta East Meadow Avenue; continúa por el este en el lado oeste de East Meadow Avenue desde Lenox Avenue hasta Irving Place, al sur desde East Meadow Avenue, numeración 604, sigue hacia el sur hasta North Jerusalem Road. Limita al sur con North Jerusalem Road hasta el punto de intersección de Ennabrock Road, incluida Ennabrock Road hasta North

Jerusalem Road; al oeste hasta Meadowbrook Parkway. Limita al oeste con Meadowbrook Parkway desde North Jerusalem Road hacia el norte hasta Hempstead Turnpike. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 3 votarán en Barnum Woods Elementary School ubicada en 500 May Lane, en este Distrito. DISTRITO ELECTORAL ESCOLAR N.º 4 Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 4 son los siguientes: Limita al norte con Old Country Road hasta el punto de intersección de Wantagh State Parkway. Limita al este con Wantagh State Parkway y continúa hacia el sur hasta Oyster Bay Town Line, y luego al este hasta Newbridge Road. Continúa hacia el sur por Newbridge Road hasta Twig Lane. Limita al sur con Twig Lane; continúa al oeste hasta Wantagh State Parkway; luego, sigue hacia el sur hasta el lado norte de Hearth Lane en Friends Lane. Continúa hacia el oeste hasta la intersección del lado oeste de Carman Avenue; sigue hacia el sur hasta el lado norte de Salisbury Park Drive, y prosigue por el lado norte de Salisbury Park Drive en dirección norte desde Stewart Avenue hasta Old Country Road. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 4 votarán en Bowling Green Elementary School ubicada en 2340 Stewart Avenue, Westbury, Nueva York, en este Distrito.

DISTRITO ELECTORAL ESCOLAR N.º 5

Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 5 son los siguientes: Limita al norte desde el lado sur de Hearth Lane hasta Carman Avenue, al este hasta Wantagh Parkway, al norte hasta Oyster Bay Town Line, al este hasta el lado sur de Levittown Parkway hasta la intersección de Newbridge Road. Limita al este con el lado oeste de Newbridge Road, y sigue hacia el sur hasta Wantagh Parkway; continúa hacia el sur por Wantagh Parkway hasta la intersección de Hempstead Turnpike. Limita al sur con Hempstead Turnpike desde la intersección de Wantagh Parkway hacia el oeste hasta la intersección de Bly Road. Limita al oeste con Bly Road, y continúa hacia el norte y el este hasta Ava Drive; sigue hacia el norte y el este hasta

Erma Drive, hacia el sur hasta Nottingham Road, hacia el este (incluso los tribunales en Florence y Jane) hasta el lado este de Carman Avenue; continúa hacia el norte hasta la intersección de Hearth Lane. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 5 votarán en Meadowbrook Elementary School ubicada en 241 Old Westbury Road, en este Distrito.

REGISTRO PERSONAL DE VOTANTES ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que, para votar en la reunión y la elección del 19 de mayo de 2026, todos los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar deben estar registrados en los libros de registro del Distrito Escolar o en la lista oficial de votantes registrados e inscritos para la ciudad de Hempstead, condado de Nassau, emitido por la Junta Electoral del condado de Nassau. Las siguientes personas serán elegibles para votar: todas las personas que se hayan presentado personalmente para registrarse según la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, y todas las personas que se hayan registrado previamente en virtud del presente para cualquier reunión o elección anual o extraordinaria y que hayan votado en cualquier reunión o elección anual o extraordinaria organizada o realizada durante los cuatro años calendario previos al 2026 (es decir, 20222025). Además, todas las personas que estén registradas para votar de conformidad con las disposiciones de la sección 352 de la Ley de Elecciones del estado de Nueva York serán elegibles para votar.

El registro de votantes que no se hayan registrado previamente y que sean elegibles para votar la votación se llevará a cabo hasta el 14 de mayo de 2026 inclusive, los días en los que la escuela esté abierta, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m. en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito en el Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, Nueva York. El registro vespertino se realizará el miércoles 6 de mayo de 2026, en el vestíbulo principal del Salisbury School entre las 7:00 p. m. y las 8:00 p. m. El registro de votantes que no se hayan registrado

hacia el sur Nottingham Road, (incluso los Florence el lado Avenue; el norte intersección de calificados Electoral votarán Meadowbrook School 241 Old en este PERSONAL NOTIFICA votar en la elección mayo de votantes Distrito estar en los registro del o en la votantes inscritos ciudad de condado emitido por Electoral del Nassau. personas elegibles para todas las que se presentado para según la de la Ley todas las se hayan previamente presente reunión anual o y que votado en reunión anual extraordinaria realizada cuatro años previos al decir, 2022Además, todas que estén para votar conformidad con disposiciones de la la Ley del estado York serán votar. votantes hayan previamente elegibles votación cabo hasta de 2026 días en escuela entre las 4:00 p. oficina de la Distrito School, Road, Nueva York. vespertino miércoles 2026, en principal School p. m. y registro que no se registrado

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previamente y que sean elegibles para votar también se hará el 4 de mayo de 2026, entre las 8:30 a. m. y las 12:30 p. m. en cada uno de los cinco distritos electorales, en los lugares indicados anteriormente.

La Junta de Registro se reunirá para preparar el registro del Distrito Escolar durante los horarios y las fechas que se especifican arriba, y cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en este registro, siempre y cuando, en esa reunión de la Junta de Registro, tenga derecho a votar, en ese momento o en lo sucesivo, en la reunión o elección escolar para la cual se prepara ese registro.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que la Junta de Registro también se reunirá durante la elección anual distrital en cada sede escolar donde se realizará la votación con el fin de preparar un registro para las elecciones distritales que se hagan con posterioridad.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que el registro de votantes preparado según lo mencionado anteriormente se presentará en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito una vez finalizado. Allí, estará disponible para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., durante los cinco días anteriores a la fecha establecida para la elección, e incluso durante este día, a excepción del domingo, y también estará disponible para su inspección el sábado solo de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m., solo por cita. Llame al 516-4785735 para programar una cita.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que la presentación oficial del presupuesto sobre el presupuesto escolar adoptado se realizará el 6 de mayo de 2026 a las 7:00 p. m. en el Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, Nueva York. Se celebrará una audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto propuesto para la biblioteca el 11 de mayo de 2026, a las 6:30 pm.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que el presupuesto escolar propuesto para 2026/2027 se encuentra disponible para los residentes del

Distrito, si lo solicitan, a partir del 5 de may de 2026 en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito en el Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, Nueva York. El presupuesto para la biblioteca propuesto para 2026/2027 se encuentra disponible para cualquier residente, si lo solicita, a partir del 5 de mayo de 2026 en el sitio web de la biblioteca.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que cualquier residente del distrito puede conseguir las copias del presupuesto escolar propuesto para 2026/2027 y el presupuesto para la biblioteca propuesto para 2026/2027, si los solicita, en cada una de las oficinas de las sedes escolares del Distrito, en las oficinas del distrito escolar, mencionadas a continuación, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., todos los días salvo los sábados, domingos o feriados, durante los 14 días previos a la elección y reunión anual. El presupuesto escolar propuesto para 2026/2027 también estará disponible en el sitio web del Distrito Escolar.

Barnum Woods Elementary School

500 May Lane East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Bowling Green Elementary School

2340 Stewart Avenue Westbury, N.Y. 11590

McVey Elementary School

2201 Devon Street East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Meadowbrook Elementary School 241 Old Westbury Road East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Parkway Elementary School

465 Bellmore Road East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Woodland Middle School

690 Wenwood Drive East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

W. Tresper Clarke Middle School

740 Edgewood Drive Westbury, N.Y. 11590

W. Tresper Clarke High School

740 Edgewood Drive Westbury, N.Y. 11590

East Meadow High School

101 Carman Avenue

East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Salisbury School 718 The Plain Road Westbury, N.Y. 11590

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que, de acuerdo con la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre los Bienes Inmuebles, un informe de exención en el que se detallen las exenciones del impuesto sobre los bienes inmuebles estará disponible y se adjuntará a cualquier presupuesto provisional, preliminar o definitivo.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que, previa solicitud, cualquier residente puede conseguir las copias del presupuesto escolar propuesto para 2026/2027 y el presupuesto para la biblioteca propuesto para 2026/2027 en una oficina de la biblioteca pública de East Meadow ubicada a 1886 Front St, East Meadow, NY, todos los días, salvo los domingos o feriados entre las 10:30 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., durante los 14 días previos a la elección y reunión anual. El presupuesto para la biblioteca propuesto para 2026/2027 también estará disponible en el sitio web de la biblioteca pública de East Meadow.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que la solicitud para una boleta electoral por ausencia o por el correo temprano se puede realizar en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito, Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, Nueva York 11590, a partir de los treinta (30) días previos a la votación. La secretaría del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes completas por lo menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la boleta electoral debe enviarse al votante por correo y un (1) día antes de la elección si la boleta electoral debe entregarse en persona al votante o a la persona designada por este. Al recibir una solicitud oportuna para una boleta electoral por ausencia o por el correo temprano, la secretaría del Distrito enviará por correo esta boleta a la dirección indicada en la solicitud a más tardar seis (6) días antes de la votación. La secretaría del Distrito debe recibir las boletas electorales por ausencia o por el correo temprano antes de las 5:00 p. m. del 19 de mayo de 2026. Habrá una lista disponible de las personas para

las que se emitieron las boletas electorales por ausencia o por el correo temprano en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito durante los cinco días previos al día de la elección, excepto el domingo, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., y los sábados entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 11:00 a. m. solo por cita. Llame al 516-478-5735 para hacer una cita. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que no estén registrados actualmente pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar. Los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar podrán solicitar una boleta electoral militar. Los votantes militares pueden indicar su preferencia de recibir una solicitud de registro de votantes militares, una solicitud de boleta electoral militar o una boleta electoral militar por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico en dicho pedido de solicitud de registro, solicitud de boleta o boleta. Los formularios de registro de votantes militares y los formularios de solicitud de boleta electoral militar deben recibirse en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito antes de las 5:00 p. m. del 23 de abril de 2026. No se escrutarán las boletas electorales militares a menos que se entreguen nuevamente por correo postal o en persona en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. el día de la elección.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que cualquier propuesta o consulta a colocarse en las máquinas de votación se presentará por escrito mediante solicitud firmada por al menos quinientos (500) votantes calificados del Distrito en la oficina de la secretaría del Distrito a más tardar treinta (30) días antes de la reunión anual, con excepción de las solicitudes relacionadas con una propuesta que se deba incluir en el aviso de la reunión anual. Las solicitudes relacionadas con una propuesta que se debe incluir en el aviso de la reunión anual se deben entregar sesenta (60) días antes de esta reunión. Los fideicomisarios o la Junta de Educación pueden rechazar cualquier propuesta si su propósito no se encuentra dentro de

las competencias de los votantes, o si se requieren gastos para la propuesta, en caso de que esta no incluya la asignación específica necesaria.

REQUISITOS PARA VOTAR:

1. Ser ciudadano de los Estados Unidos.

2. Tener 18 años o más.

3. Ser residente del Distrito durante un período de 30 días o más inmediatamente antes de la elección en la que desea votar.

4. Estar registrado para votar.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que esta Junta convocará a una reunión especial en un plazo de 24 horas después de la presentación ante la secretaría del Distrito de un informe por escrito de los resultados de la votación con el fin de analizar y tabular estos informes de los resultados de la votación y declarar dicho resultado. Por el presente, y de acuerdo con la sección 2019a, subdivisión 2b de la Ley de Educación, la Junta se designa a sí misma como un grupo de secretarios de mesa para emitir y escrutar los votos durante esta reunión especial de la Junta.

Fechado: 20 DE MARZO DE 2026

POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN DISTRITO ESCOLAR EAST MEADOW UNION FREE CIUDAD DE HEMPSTEAD CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

Judy E. Kandel Secretaria del Distrito 159377

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWNS OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD AND HEMPSTEAD COUNTY OF NASSAU WESTBURY, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to a resolution of the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF WESTBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWNS OF HEMPSTEAD AND NORTH HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK, adopted July 1,

2025 a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Westbury Union Free School District, County of Nassau, Westbury, New York will be held in the Auditorium of the Westbury High School, One Post Road, Old Westbury, New York on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM for the purpose of reviewing the proposed budget and for the transaction of such business as authorized by the Education Laws of the State of New York. A copy of such budget statement may be obtained by any resident of the school district, upon request, starting April 28, 2026 at the Administration Office, Two Hitchcock Lane, Old Westbury, New York. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, said vote and election by registered voters of the Westbury Union Free School District, Towns of Hempstead and North Hempstead, County of Nassau, Westbury, New York will be held in the election districts described in the following paragraphs on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 and the voting shall be held between the hours of 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM in the schools designated in said paragraphs for the following purposes:

(a) To vote upon the annual District budget for the 2026-2027 school year and to authorize the levying of the tax upon the taxable property of the District for the foregoing purposes

(b) The election of two (2) members to the Board of Education, each for a full term of three (3) years commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. The two (2) present incumbents are Robin L. Bolling and Rodney A. Caines.

(c) To vote upon such other propositions as may properly come before the meeting and conduct other business as authorized by law.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, a copy of such budget or statement may be obtained upon request by any resident of the school district during business hours beginning April 28, 2026, except Saturday, Sunday or holidays, at the Administration Office, Two Hitchcock Lane, Old Westbury, New York and at each

schoolhouse in the District in which the school is maintained during the hours of 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (prevailing time) at the principal’s office in each of the following schools and the Westbury Memorial Public Library: Westbury High School, One Post Road, Old Westbury, New York

Westbury Middle School, 455 Rockland Street, Westbury, New York

Drexel Avenue School, 161 Drexel Avenue, Westbury, New York Powells Lane School, 603 Powells Lane, Westbury, New York Park Avenue School, 955 Park Avenue, Westbury, New York

Dryden Street, School, 545 Dryden Street, Westbury, New York Westbury Memorial Public Library, 445 Jefferson Street, Westbury, New York Westbury School District Website - www. westburyschools.org

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Real Property Tax Law Section 495 requires the District to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how the total assessed value of the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemptions granted by statutory authority, and show the cumulative impact each type of exemption, the cumulative amount expected to be received as payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) and the cumulative impart of all exemptions granted. In addition, said exemption report shall be posted on any District bulletin board maintained by the District for Public Notices, as well as on the District’s website.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, petitions containing at least twenty-five (25) signatures of qualified voters nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education shall be filed with the District Clerk at 6 Hitchcock Lane, Old Westbury, NY between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM not later than Monday, April 20, 2026; said petitions must also state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of the candidate.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the Administration Building during school business hours Monday through Friday, excluding holidays or on the Westbury UFSD website no earlier than April 20, 2026. If the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than May 12, 2026. If the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter by the Office of the District Clerk, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than Monday, May 18, 2026. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the Clerk of the District during school business hours on each of the five (5) days prior to the day of the election, excluding Sundays, and on Saturday, May 16, 2026 between 9:00 AM and l2:00 PM and at the polling places on election day. Any qualified voter present in the polling place may object to the voting of the ballot upon appropriate grounds for making his/her challenge and the reasons therefore known to an Election Inspector before the close of the polls.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to Section 2018-e of the Education Law, applications for early mail ballots may be obtained at the Office of the District Clerk during all days in which the District is in session. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than April 20, 2026 and by May 12, 2026, if the early mail ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the early mail ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the Office of the District Clerk the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than May 18, 2026. No early mail voter’s ballot will be canvassed unless it has been received by the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00pm on May 19, 2026. A list of all

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persons to whom early ballots have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk’s office during office hours on or after May 13, 2026 until May 18, 2026, except on Saturday May 16, 2026, between 9:00am and 12:00pm. A challenge to an early voting ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an absentee ballot.

The district has been divided into election districts as follows:

ELECTION DISTRICT

NO. 1 consists of all the area lying between the eastern side of Post Road and Post Avenue, south and west of the North HempsteadOyster Bay Town Line, north to Brush Hollow Road, Union Avenue to School Street to Old Country Road and north of Old Country Road.

Voting and registration in this election district shall take place in the WESTBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL, 455 ROCKLAND STREET, WESTBURY, NEW YORK.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

2 consists of all the land lying to the west of Post Avenue, Westbury and Post Road, Old Westbury, east of Ellison Avenue and north of Old Country Road.

Voting and registration in this election district shall take place in the DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL, 161 DREXEL AVENUE, WESTBURY, NEW YORK.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 3 consists of all the land known as New Cassel, Town of North Hempstead, which lies east of School Street between the Long Island Railroad and Union Avenue and Brush Hollow Road; also that which lies between Grand Boulevard and the eastern boundary of the district, north of Old Country Road and south of the Long Island Railroad. Voting and registration in this election district shall take place at the PARK AVENUE SCHOOL, 955 PARK AVENUE, WESTBURY, NEW YORK.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 4 consists of all the land known as New Cassel, Town of North Hempstead, which lies south of the Long Island Railroad and north of Old Country Road, east of School Street and bounded on the northeast by Grand Boulevard. Voting and registration in this election district shall take place at the DRYDEN STREET

SCHOOL, 545 DRYDEN STREET, WESTBURY, NEW YORK.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Military Voters who are not currently registered to vote may apply to register as a qualified voter of the District by contacting the District Clerk at 6 Hitchcock Lane, Old Westbury, NY, by telephone 516-874-1828, or email: districtclerk@ westburyschools.org to receive an application to register as a qualified voter of the District for the Annual Meeting on May 19, 2026. The Military Voter may indicate their preference for receiving the registration application by mail, by facsimile or electronic mail (email). The application to register must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 P.M. on April 23, 2026. The register of voters prepared and filed in the District Clerk’s office shall include the names of all military voters who submit a valid military voter registration. A military voter means a qualified voter of New York State who is in actual military service and will, therefore, be absent from the District in which he or she is qualified to vote on the day of registration or election or is discharged from military service within 30 days of an election or a spouse, parent, child or dependent of the military voter if a qualified voter of New York State and a resident of the same school district as the military voter, or military personnel residing on a military base within a school district in New York State for a period of 30 days immediately preceding the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Military Voters who are qualified voters of the District may obtain an application for a military ballot by contacting the District Clerk at 6 Hitchcock Lane, Old Westbury, NY, by telephone 516-874-1828, or email: districtclerk@ westburyschools.org. The application for a military ballot must be received by the District Clerk by no later than 5:00 P.M. on April 24, 2026. The Military Voter may indicate their preference for receiving the application for a military ballot by mail, by facsimile or email.

Military ballots will be mailed or otherwise distributed no later than April 25, 2026. Military ballots must be received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of the polls on election day and showing a cancellation mark of the U.S. postal service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the U.S. government or (2) by 5:00 P.M. on election day and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereof, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election. A list of all persons to whom military ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the said Office of the District Clerk during regular office hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., until the day of the Annual School District Election and Vote.

NOTICE OF REGISTRATION

FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that; personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law and has voted at an Annual or Special District Meeting (election) held during the prior four (4) calendar years, he/she is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote under Article 5 of the Election Law, he/ she is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Qualified residents of the District shall be permitted to register for school district meetings and elections at the Office of the District Clerk, located at 6 Hitchcock Lane, Old Westbury, NY from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Wednesdays when school is in session beginning with the first day of student attendance in September and ending with the last day of student attendance in June, and from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on regular business days during the months of July and August. The final date to register for the Annual Meeting to be held on May 19, 2026 is

Thursday, May 14, 2026 between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Board of Registration shall meet, with the District Clerk, on Thursday, May 14, 2026 between the hours of 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, to add any additional names to the Register to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of said Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such election for which the register is prepared, at the following places:

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

1

WESTBURY MIDDLE

SCHOOL

455 Rockland Street, Westbury, New York

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.

2

DREXEL AVENUE

SCHOOL

161 Drexel Avenue, Westbury, New York

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.3

PARK AVENUE SCHOOL

955 Park Avenue, Westbury, New York

ELECTION DISTRICT NO.4

DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL

545 Dryden Street, Westbury, New York

Immediately upon completion of said register, it shall be filed in the Office of Clerk of the District, where it shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District between the hours of 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM on each of the five (5) days prior to the day set for Annual Meeting excluding Sunday and including Saturday, May 16, 2026 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM and at the polling place(s) on election day.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law of the State of New York, The Board of Registration and the District Clerk will meet in the WESTBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL, 455 Rockland Street, Westbury, New York (for Election District No.

1 as hereinbefore set forth) and the DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL, 161 Drexel Avenue, Westbury, New York (for Election District No. 2 as hereinbefore set forth) and the PARK AVENUE SCHOOL, 955 Park Avenue, Westbury, New York (for Election District No. 3 as hereinbefore set forth) and the DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL, 545 Dryden Street, Westbury, New York (for Election District No. 4 as hereinbefore set forth) on May 14, 2026 between the hours of 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM for the purpose of preparing the REGISTER of the School District for meetings and elections held subsequent to the Annual Meeting held on May 19, 2026.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with Sections 2035 and 2008 of the Education Law of the State of New York, any referenda or propositions to amend the budget or otherwise to be submitted for voting at such election, that are not required by law to be included in the legal notice for the vote, must be filed with the Board of Education at the Administration Building, Two Hitchcock Lane, Old Westbury, New York on or before April 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., must be typed or printed in the English language, must be directed to the Office of Clerk of the District, must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District; and must state the name of each signer. Any proposition may be rejected by the Board of Education if the purpose of the proposition is not within the power of the voters, or where the expenditure of the monies is required by the proposition, if the proposition fails to include the necessary specific appropriation.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR

VOTING

AT ANY SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING

A. A person shall be a citizen of the United States.

B. Eighteen or more years of age.

C. A resident of the district for a period of thirty days or more next preceding the election at which he/she offers to vote.

D. Must be registered to vote in Nassau County or School Elections.

Beverley Cathnott

District Clerk Board of Education Westbury Union Free School District Towns of Hempstead and North Hempstead County of Nassau Westbury, New York 159406

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU

U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Lehman XS Trust Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-GP2, Plaintiff AGAINST Roberto Monsalve; John Monsalve a/k/a John Eric Monsalve; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 24, 2026, 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 June 4, 2026, at 2:00PM, premises known as 259 Merrick Avenue, East Meadow, NY 11554. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at East Meadow, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 50 Block: 462 Lot: 8. Approximate amount of judgment $595,241.88 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 606768/2023.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Lawrence Schaffer, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: April 14, 2026 159804

NASSAU COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DIANA ORNES A/K/A ESPERANZA ORNES; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF DIANA ORNES A/K/A ESPERANZA ORNES 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

trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 99 LONGFELLOW AVENUE, WESTBURY, NY 11590

Section: 10, Block: 53, Lot: 5299, 5300, & 5301

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

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 624437/2025 COUNTY OF NASSAU

COMPU-LINK CORPORATION, DBA CELINK, Plaintiff, vs.

DEVELOPMENT; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY; “JANE DOE” (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #1; “JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #2; “JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #3, “JOHN DOE #4” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last nine names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants. Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of

THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $544,185.00 and interest, recorded on February 06, 2008, in Liber M 32711 at Page 998, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 99 LONGFELLOW AVENUE, WESTBURY, NY 11590. 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

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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: January _____, 2026 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 159746

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, -againstNICOLAS R. DECICCO A/K/A NICOLAS RAYMOND DE CICCO, AS ADMINISTRATOR AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT DE CICCO A/K/A ROBERT DECICCO A/K/A

ROBERT R. DECICCO, 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 March 5, 2026, wherein

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and NICOLAS R. DECICCO A/K/A

NICOLAS RAYMOND DE CICCO, AS ADMINISTRATOR AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT DE CICCO A/K/A ROBERT DECICCO A/K/A

ROBERT R. DECICCO, 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 June 2, 2026 at 2:30PM, premises known as 2637 LEXINGTON AVENUE, EAST MEADOW, NY 11554; and the following tax map identification: 51-313-6. ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT EAST MEADOW, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 612785/2023. Matthew Vishnick, 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. 159929

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU CITIZENS BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, -againstTIFFANY A. IVEY, individually, as Trustee for the Josie Kirton Irrevocable Trust, and as administrator of the Estate of Josie Dee Kirton, late of the Village of Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York;

DIANICIA VALENCIA and GUY L. KIRTON as possible heirs and distributees of the Estate of Josie Dee Kirton, late of the Village of Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; ISLAND PROPERTY TAX

REDUCTION SERVICE INC.; and John Doe Defendants. SUMMONS WITH NOTICE

Index No. 619169/2025

TO GUY L. KIRTON as possible heir and distributee of the Estate of Josie Dee Kirton, late of the Village of Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to serve upon plaintiff’s attorneys an answer to the complaint in this action within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if the summons is not personally served upon you within the State of New York. The United States, if designated a defendant on this action, may appear or answer within sixty (60) days of service. In case of your failure to answer, judgment will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. The basis of the venue designated is that the mortgaged property is located in Nassau County.

TO: GUY L. KIRTON as possible heir and distributee of the Estate of Josie Dee Kirton, late of the Village of Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Jeffrey A. Goodstein, Acting Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, dated the 11th day of April, 2026, and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County. This is an action for foreclosure of a mortgage made by Josie Dee Kirton (now deceased) to Citizens Bank, N.A., in the original amount of $440,000.00 with interest, dated July 23, 2020, recorded August 6, 2020 in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office in Book M44434, page 222. The relief sought is the foreclosure of the mortgage lien and the public sale of the mortgaged premises and in case of your failure to appear,

judgment may be taken against you extinguishing any interest or judgment lien you may have in the mortgaged premises. The premises indexed in this action are described and commonly known as 520 Queen Street, Village of Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York 11590 (SBL#: 10-327-7). A copy of the full legal description can be obtained by contacting counsel below.

Dated: April 17, 2026

COOPER ERVING & SAVAGE LLP

Albany, New York

Matthew E. Minniefield, Esq. Attorneys for Plaintiff 20 Corporate Woods Blvd., Suite 501 Albany, New York 12211 (518) 449-3900 mminniefield@coopere rving.com 159935

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF THE IGLOO SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. CLAUDIA RIVAS A/K/A CLAUDIA BARRERARIVAS AS ADMINISTRATRIX AND HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ABEL RIVAS A/K/A ABEL ANTONIO ORANTES-RIVAS A/K/A TONY RIVAS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 8, 2024, 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 June 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 61 Dorothy Drive, East Meadow, NY 11554. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at East Meadow, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 338 and Lot 22. Approximate amount of judgment is $288,374.24 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of

filed Judgment Index # 615937/2022.

Jjais A. Forde, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.:222196-1 160049

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 622973/2025 COUNTY OF NASSAU

BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. SHAWN HUGH GLENN, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LETHIA GLENN; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF LETHIA GLENN, 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; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF

HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, Defendants. Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 157 NEW YORK AVENUE, WESTBURY, NY 11590

Section: 11, Block: 30, Lot: 81 and 89

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 $367,500.00 and interest, recorded on May 28, 2010, in Book M 34871 at Page 552, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 157 NEW YORK AVENUE, WESTBURY, NY 11590. 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:January _____, 2026

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 159961

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Notice is hereby given that a public auction for a used vehicle sale will be held on May 26, 2026 on the website www.auctionsinternati onal.com. Bidders must register on website prior to bidding. Vehicles are sold “as is” condition and do not come with vehicle keys. Vehicles pictures and descriptions can be found on website when bid is live. Vehicles must be paid through the website prior to removal of vehicle. Vehicles are located at 390 E. Clinton Avenue, Roosevelt NY 11575. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee; Gray; VIN: 1J4GR48K55C523371; Owner: Wayne Huey of 2832 Bruner Ave 1, Bronx, NY 10469 *2007 Kia Sedona; Gray; VIN: KNDMB233876173866; Owner: Renee McDonough of 157 59 27th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354

*2010 Chevrolet Equinox; Gray; VIN: 2CNALDEW4A6371649

; Owner: Boris Mizhquero-Yunga of 276 Mountain Grove St, Bridgeport, CT 06605

*2009 Chevrolet Malibu; Black; VIN: 1G1ZK57B59F169309; Owner: Glendon Cateau of 716 E. 45th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203

*2007 Dodge Sprinter; White; VIN: WD0PE845X75208525; Owner: Haim Tobaly of 21 Weyant Dr, Cedarhurst, NY 11516

*2004 Toyota Corolla; Blue; VIN: 2T1LR32E04C317785; Owner: Luis V. Peraltamorban of 1934 Harrison Ave 5E, Bronx, NY 10453

*2006 Lexus ES250; Black; VIN: JTHCK262382022200; Owner: Klein Georges of 185 Rutland Rd, Hempstead NY 11550

*2014 Audi AS4; Gray; VIN: WAUBGAFL5EA082964 ; Owner: Dominique Blackman of 8400 Lindbergh Blvd Apt 716, Philadelphia PA 19153

*2010 Honda Accord; Black; VIN: 1HGCS2B85AA004466; Owners: Mike Eli Landaverde and C.L. Landaverde of 69 Hewlett St, Hempstead NY 11550

*2005 Nissan Altima; Red; VIN: 1N4AL11D75N900462; Owner: Timothy Wanser of 1141 Norbay St, Franklin Square NY 11010

*2002 Acura MDX; Blue; VIN: 2HNYD188X2H530024; Owner: Zaynah Witter of 632 Nauer Ct, Elmont, NY 11003

*2016 Nissan Sentra; Gray; VIN: 3N1AB7AP1GY299861; Owner: Nissan Infiniti Lease Trust of PO Box 254648 Sacramento, CA 95865

TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS Antonio Fanizzi Commissioner 160208

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU RIDGEWOOD SAVINGS BANK Plaintiff, Against LAURA L. PIERCE A/K/A LAURA PIERCE, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/06/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North

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Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 6/17/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 24 Cedar Road, Westbury, New York 11590, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Section 0011 Block 00414 Lot 00027

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $330,879.28 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 608239/2019 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.

Janine Lynam, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 4/6/2026 File Number: 19-300909 CA 160155

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, vs. CARLOS DERAS, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 10, 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 June 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 682 Lowell Street, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon

erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 10, Block 37 and Lot 9. Approximate amount of judgment is $641,333.19 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #612141/2024. Cash will not be accepted.

Jjais A. Forde, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 160142

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

INDEX NO.: 618669/2025

Date Filed: 08/29/2025

SUMMONS

Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the Place of Trial.

Designation of Venue is based upon the situs of the Subject Property. Subject Property: 2341 Devon Street, East Meadow, New York 11554.

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF GSAMP TRUST 2006-SD2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-SD2, Plaintiff,against- CHRISTINA MCCAFFERY AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO JOHN MCCAFFERY A/K/A

JOHN J. MCCAFFERY; THOMAS MCCAFFERY AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO JOHN MCCAFFERY A/K/A

JOHN J. MCCAFFERY; TIMOTHY MCCAFFERY AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO JOHN MCCAFFERY A/K/A

JOHN J. MCCAFFERY; SAMANTHA MCCAFFERY AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO JOHN MCCAFFERY A/K/A

JOHN J. MCCAFFERY; JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE 1 THROUGH 50, INTENDING TO BE THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DISTRIBUTEES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, TRUSTEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, AND ASSIGNEES OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN MCCAFFERY A/K/A

JOHN J. MCCAFFERY, WHO WAS BORN IN 1961 AND DIED ON JUNE 24, 2024, A RESIDENT OF NASSAU COUNTY, WHOSE LAST KNOWN ADDRESS WAS 2341 DEVON

STREET, EAST MEADOW, NEW YORK 11554, THEIR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST IF ANY OF THE AFORESAID DEFENDANTS BE DECEASED, THEIR RESPECTIVE HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, AND SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF THE AFORESAID CLASSES OF PERSON, IF THEY OR ANY OF THEM BE DEAD, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE HUSBANDS, WIVES OR WIDOWS, IF ANY, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES AND PLACES, ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the Subject Property described in the Complaint, Defendants. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the United States of America is made a party defendant, the time to answer for the said United States of America shall not expire until sixty (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

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 (DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF GSAMP TRUST 2006-SD2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-SD2) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC By: MELISSA S. DICERBO, ESQ. Attorneys for Plaintiff One Huntington Quadrangle, Suite 4N25 Melville, NY 11747 631-812-4084 8 55-845-2584 facsimile File # 18-301439 HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE: NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT: YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE: The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and nonprofit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to

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New data shared by the Alzheimer’s Association reveals a growing concern for families in New York and an increasing public health challenge. The organization holds an annual walk in East Meadow’s Eisenhower Park, typically in October.

Report shows rising toll of Alzheimer’s

New data released by the Alzheimer’s Association shows Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern for families in New York and an increasing public health challenge.

According to the association’s 2026 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report, 426,500 residents age 65 and older in New York are living with Alzheimer’s disease. The disease continues to take a significant toll, with 3,208 deaths attributed to Alzheimer’s and a statewide mortality rate of 16.1 deaths per 100,000 people.

The impact extends beyond those diagnosed, with 776,000 New Yorkers serving as unpaid caregivers, providing an estimated 1.3 billion hours of care.

“The latest data show Alzheimer’s remains a growing challenge for families in New York,” Anthony Marino, territory vice president of the Northeast for the Alzheimer’s Association, said. “That’s why it’s critical to keep advancing research and developing treatments that can improve outcomes and support everyone facing the disease, including people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in New York and their families.”

An accompanying special report, “Brain Health in America: Understanding and Supporting Lifelong Cognitive Health,” points to a gap in awareness

that contributes to the public health challenge. Survey results from more than 3,800 adults age 40 and older found that while nearly all respondents view brain health as equally important as physical health, only 9 percent say they know a lot about how to maintain it. More than two-thirds reported concerns about their brain health or the risk of developing dementia.

To address those needs, the Alzheimer’s Association is working with partners to deliver research-backed information and programs to help people support their brain health across community, workplace and health care settings. These efforts are informed by the U.S. Pointer study, which found that combining multiple healthy habits can help protect cognitive function.

Locally, the Alzheimer’s Association will host the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday, Oct. 4 at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, bringing together residents, caregivers and advocates to raise awareness and support for those affected by the disease.

The full 2026 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report is available at alz.org/facts and will be published in the April 2026 issue of Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association.

-Jordan Vallone

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work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or visit the Department`s website at www.dfs.ny.gov. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. You have the right to stay in your

home during the foreclosure process. You are not required to leave your home unless and until your property is sold at auction pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale. Regardless of whether you choose to remain in your home, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY and pay property taxes in accordance with state and local law.

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SCAMS: Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner`s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such

services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services.

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So, how did they build the pyramids?

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Q. The question of how the pyramids were built came up in a recent discussion among friends. I’m wondering if there’s any definite answer to that question. One person said that even with hundreds of thousands of slaves, you’re only as strong as the rope can bear, and another suggested that they were built by extraterrestrials, but nothing serious came out of that. What do you know about this?

A. There are many theories about the construction of the pyramids. The Library of Alexandria may have contained this information, but was burned by Julius Caesar, accidentally, when he attacked the ships in the harbor nearby and the sprinkler system for the library (which had failed inspections) wasn’t working that day, or nobody ever made the drawings to begin with. We’ll never know the true answer, but there are many profound and wise engineering ideas on this subject. You may not be aware that there are more than 100 pyramids in Egypt alone, and many of them are still standing today.

So how did ancient Egyptians build them, using millions of blocks of Nile riverbank stone (and white limestone, dragged from much farther south, for the finishes)? How did they construct a 6.5-million-ton mountain of stone blocks, each weighing 2.5 tons, or 5,000 pounds, on sand? Several historical figures, pardon the pun, weighed in on this question.

The most prominent, Herodotus, of ancient Greece, who wasn’t there but is considered the father of historians, wrote of a machine system of levers and pulleys that lifted each block to the next level, and then another set of levers and pulleys was used for the next level, etc. I am fascinated by the writings of a more recent pair of writers, Matthys Levy and Mario Salvadori, who propose an idea, based on the dissection of pyramids that have, through recent history, been documented. In their book “Why Buildings Fall Down,” they describe and illustrate in sketches how stones were placed.

Imhotep, considered the greatest mathematician and engineer in Egyptian history, designed later-era pyramids, observing and calculating how to avoid previous failures. For his success with some of the largest mountains of stone, he was worshipped as a god in the ancient Egyptian culture. So, kids, stay in school.

What I believe Imhotep did was use gravity. The later pyramids were built in man-made valleys, where the stones could be moved down an incline and then set at a 52-degree angle. That way, instead of laying the stone horizontally, they pushed into each other on a downward incline, relieving vertical weight and reducing the stones’ ability to crush each other.

Remember, Egyptians didn’t have block and tackle, didn’t use wheels to move heavy loads and didn’t have metal harder than copper. They had a lot of laborers, spent much less time watching TV or staring at their cellphones, and filled in each level of the valley as the pyramids grew in height. Great question!

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We can’t solve a housing crisis with hypocrisy or politics

There is no question that Long Island is facing a housing crisis. The real question is whether we’re serious about solving it or just using it as another political talking point.

Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti has spent taxpayer dollars promoting misleading claims across social media, print ads and op-eds, attacking and sowing lies about initiatives that could bring real relief to thousands of families in the town. These are the same tired fear tactics designed to divide communities, stall progress and avoid real solutions.

That’s not just unproductive. It’s hypocritical. The same leadership that’s warning about overdevelopment has supported and approved major projects in Hempstead — projects that raise legitimate concerns about density, traffic, flooding and long-term community impact. You can’t rail against development with one breath while allowing it in your own backyard with the next. The only thing consistent about the town’s leadership is its inconsistency.

Housing has now been turned into a partisan weapon, when it should be a

shared responsibility. Meanwhile, the consequences are very real. Families are struggling to stay on Long Island. Seniors are being priced out of communities they spent decades building. Young people can’t afford to put down roots, let alone raise families.

These aren’t abstract policy debates. They’re everyday realities.

Yet instead of working across party lines to address these challenges, we see more political posturing and fear-based messaging. It raises a simple question: Is this really about solutions, or about scoring political points?

Tspeak out and raise valid concerns, only to end up feeling like those concerns were never part of the decision-making process.

Just ask the residents surrounding the Woodmere Country Club project, who filled Town Board meetings, pleading for an independent environmental review. They deserved to be heard. They deserved leadership willing to listen and act. Instead, they were ignored. That’s not good government.

his moment calls for leadership that is willing to rise above the noise and tell the truth.

In a recent op-ed, Ferretti claimed, “Albany is trying to strip away local control with automatic approval.” That statement isn’t just inaccurate; it’s inflammatory rhetoric that distracts from the real issue. Because beyond the slogans and news conferences, the question remains, Where is his plan?

The answer isn’t as simple as saying yes or no to development. And it’s certainly not found in blanket opposition or empty sound bites.

The answer is balance.

We need development that respects the voices of the community, not one that ignores them. We need decisions guided by real environmental-impact studies. Too often, residents show up,

We also need partnerships among municipalities, responsible developers and union labor to ensure that projects are done the right way. That means using local workers, maintaining high standards and making sure developments are sustainable for the long term, not just profitable in the short term.

Right now, too many decisions are driven by political relationships and donor interests rather than what’s best for residents.

If we’re going to talk about housing, let’s have an honest conversation. Not one driven by fear or partisan lines, but one grounded in transparency, accountability and a willingness to work together.

Because the housing crisis isn’t going away, and if we continue to treat it as a

political talking point instead of a real challenge, we will keep failing the very people we’re supposed to serve. There’s a better way forward. It starts with leadership that is willing to bring people to the table, including local officials, state partners, community leaders, developers and labor, and do the hard work of finding solutions that actually fit each community. Not onesize-fits-all mandates or blanket opposition, but thoughtful, community-driven planning.

A better way forward means engaging with developers early to ensure that projects reflect the needs of the neighborhoods they enter. It means working with unions to create good-paying local jobs and uphold the highest standards. And it means restoring transparency, so residents aren’t left guessing about decisions that shape their communities. Most important, it means putting people before politics. Because housing isn’t a partisan issue. It’s a human issue. This moment calls for leadership that is willing to rise above the noise, tell the truth, and make tough decisions rooted in what’s right for our communities. Because the choices we make now will define whether Long Island remains a place where families can build a future. One thing is clear: We need leaders ready to be part of the solution, or it’s time for them to step aside.

Joe Scianablo is the Democratic candidate for Town of Hempstead supervisor.

New York’s cost of living is costing us our future

For generations, Americans believed their children would do better than they did. Today that expectation is becoming increasingly out of reach. While this shift is being felt across the country, it’s especially true in New York. When we open our utility bills, check out at the grocery store or pay for child care, we experience the cost-ofliving crisis in real time. We are a world-class state held back by nation-leading taxes and costs.

A new poll from Siena College’s Research Institute puts numbers to what New Yorkers already know. The cost of living is out of control. And this sentiment is felt across the board, with 67 percent of voters saying New York is heading in the wrong direction when it comes to affordability, including 59 percent of Democrats, 79

percent of Republicans and 71 percent of independents.

It has undeniably become harder to make ends meet in New York. Since 2021, housing costs have risen 26 percent, child care is up 15 percent and grocery prices have increased 22 percent. Electricity costs — driven up by rushed energy mandates — are now nearly 70 percent above the national average. Overall, prices in New York have climbed 21 percent since Gov. Kathy Hochul took office.

State leaders are failing to address this fundamental issue.

Despite these realities, Hochul continues to try to brand herself as an affordability champion. But none of her fiscal decisions line up with her rhetoric. Last week she governor announced a “handshake” agreement on a $268 billion budget, a full $14 billion more than last year’s enacted plan. As we have seen year after year, more spending will fail to reduce our cost of living.

As the cost of living keeps rising, and families are increasingly concerned

about what that means for their future and their children’s futures, more taxes and more state spending aren’t going to solve the problem. New York is the least tax-competitive state in the nation, and continues to tax its residents and businesses more aggressively than any other state.

Voters are right in saying that state leaders are failing to address the fundamental issue of affordability. Those leaders may believe they’re helping by promoting “free” services and programs. But the unmitigated expansion of taxpayer-funded initiatives inevitably leads to even higher taxes and rising costs, which continue to push wealthier residents and businesses to leave the state altogether. What they’re really doing is exiling high earners and businesses and bankrupting the middle class. Meeting an agenda for some New Yorkers is fiercely coming at the expense of the rest.

What makes the whole ordeal most frustrating is that while families state-

wide are struggling to keep up with skyrocketing utility bills and everyday expenses, the governor continues to sit on billions of dollars in energy-related funds that could be returned to ratepayers, as well as additional reserves that could be used to provide tax relief. My colleagues and I in the Assembly Republican conference continue to propose the solutions New Yorkers are demanding, only to see them blocked or shelved without serious consideration. It’s simply too expensive to live and raise a family in New York state. Assembly Republicans have a clear plan to ease the burden on taxpayers by lowering costs on essential needs, stopping future tax hikes and reining in out-ofcontrol government spending. We want to reduce the impact of inflation, reduce energy bills and put an end to the taxand-spend ideology driven by one-party rule. Our conference is ready and willing to work with state leaders to enact these solutions that will provide relief for hardworking New Yorkers.

Ed Ra represents the 19th Assembly District and is the Assembly’s minority leader.

May 19 decisions carry outsized local impact

long Islanders will be asked to make decisions on May 19 that quietly but profoundly shape their communities. From Amityville to Valley Stream and from Oyster Bay to Massapequa, voters will head to the polls to weigh in on public school district budgets, elect Board of Education trustees and, in several cases, decide funding for their local libraries.

These are not minor matters. Yet year after year, school district elections draw strikingly low turnout and are often decided by a small fraction of eligible voters. More often than not, only 5 to 10 percent of eligible voters cast ballots. That disconnect is hard to justify given the outsized influence these votes have on taxes, educational quality, public services and overall community health.

School budgets determine far more than what happens inside the classroom. They shape the volume of opportunities available to students — from arts and music programs to athletics and extracurricular activities — as well as spending on classroom instruction, staff salaries, employee benefits, school operations, transportation and specialized programs. The budgets, proposed by local school boards and voted on by residents, dictate the allocation of local property taxes, state aid and federal funding.

In districts where library budgets are on the ballot, these votes also impact access to books, technology, program-

ming and community space for residents of all ages.

Equally important are the elections for Board of Education trustees. These individuals are not figureheads; they are elected officials responsible for setting district policy, hiring and evaluating the superintendent, and establishing the annual budget. They ensure compliance with state education laws, manage district property and represent the community’s interests.

Their choices influence curriculum, long-term planning and how effectively taxpayer dollars are managed. The direction of a school district for years to come can hinge on who fills these seats. What makes these elections especially significant is how much can turn on so few votes. In many Long Island communities, multimillion-dollar spending plans and major capital projects are approved or rejected by narrow margins. A relative handful of ballots can alter the outcome. That reality means that every vote carries real weight, much more than in higher-profile elections where margins often stretch into the thousands or millions.

The 2006-07 Baldwin School District budget passed by only five votes. Last May, the Shelter Island School District spending plan fell just 40 votes short of the required 60 percent supermajority needed to pierce the state tax cap, A year earlier, only a few of Long Island’s 124 school districts, including Sachem and

West Babylon, had their budgets rejected. It is also a mistake to view these elections as relevant only to parents of school-aged children. Strong public schools are a cornerstone of vibrant communities. They help sustain property values, attract families, support local businesses and contribute to a shared sense of stability and pride. Libraries, too, serve as essential civic hubs, offering educational resources, workforce support and cultural programming that benefit entire neighborhoods.

Participation in these elections is not complicated, but it does require intention. Voters should take time to review the proposed budgets and any referendums, understand what is at stake and, if possible, attend public hearings or information sessions. These forums provide valuable insight into how decisions are made and where priorities lie. Most important, residents must show up. Local democracy is strongest when it reflects the voices of the many, not the few. When turnout is low, decisions that affect entire communities are left in the hands of a limited group of voters, weakening the representative nature of the process.

May 19 may not carry the fanfare of a national election, but its consequences are immediate and tangible. Those who participate will shape the future of Long Island’s schools, libraries and neighborhoods. That alone should be reason enough to make voting a priority.

It’s long past time to recognize the Montauketts

in March, the State Assembly unanimously passed — yes, even in these polarized times, it unanimously passed — a bill sponsored by Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni providing for reinstatement and acknowledgement of the Montaukett Indian Nation.

The bill has now gone to the State Senate, which, like the Assembly, has overwhelmingly passed it seven times. Yes, seven times. But Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed it four times. And her predecessor, Andrew Cuomo, a fellow Democrat, vetoed it three times.

“The people of the Montaukett Indian Nation are a rich part of the Long Island community,” declared a statement issued by Schiavoni’s office. But “After several attempts to advance legislation that would recognize and acknowledge the Montauketts, New York State has continued with the precedent set in 1910 to deny them their right of existence in the eyes of the state. Despite the 1910 Pharaoh v. Benson case when the court declared them to be extinct while their leaders and 75

members of the nation sat in the courtroom, the Montaukett Indian Nation has continued to thrive and govern itself. The wrongful removal of their state recognition remains uncorrected.”

Schiavoni, a Sag Harbor Democrat, joined the Assembly in January 2025.

The 2026 Montaukett recognition measure, and earlier bills, were sponsored in the Senate by Anthony Palumbo, a Republican from New Suffolk. One of them passed the Senate, 50 to 1, last year.

The Indian nation has been dissed by no fewer than seven vetoes by two governors.

In her veto message about that bill in December, Hochul again pointed to the 1910 ruling in Pharaoh v. Benson. In it, State Supreme Court Justice Abel Blackmar sided with the descendants of Arthur Benson, a developer, in awarding them Montaukett tribal lands. Hochul said there were still “outstanding questions and issues concerning the Montauketts’ eligibility for recognition, according to traditional criteria.”

Schiavoni succeeded Fred W. Thiele Jr., a member of the Assembly for nearly 30 years, who sponsored the earlier Montaukett measures in the Assembly.

After Hochul cited Pharoah v. Benson in a veto of the 2023 bill, Thiele, a Sag Harbor Democrat, said he was shocked

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that the governor would reference that ruling, which he described as “one of the most racist decisions in the history of New York jurisprudence. The prior vetoes were unfortunate but the language in this one was stunning. To take the Benson case, which has language in it that would embarrass the Proud Boys, and hold that up as the justification for this veto is just crazy. Instead of rejecting the noxious rationale of Benson, [Hochul’s] veto affirmed it. I am ashamed of our state government.”

The case focused on an effort by the Montaukett chief, Wyandank Pharoah, to undo the taking of Montauk lands by Benson. As Newsday’s Mark Harrington noted in his coverage of the 2025 Hochul veto: “Newsday in a 1998 investigation found that the process by which developers and the Long Island Rail Road annexed Montaukett and Shinnecock Indian Nation lands over the past 200 years was rife with ‘deceit, lies and possible forgery.’”

There is a passage in the vetoed 2025 bill — and in the current and prior measures — stating that Blackmar’s “arbitrary ruling ignored earlier U.S. Supreme Court decisions defining Indian Nations according to criteria under

which the Montaukett Indian Nation qualified as an existing sovereign tribe and giving Congress, rather than the courts, power to decide [its] status.”

The Montaukett situation has attracted attention beyond Long Island. A New York Post article on Hochul’s December veto quoted Sandra BrewerWalker, executive director of the Montaukett Indian Nation, saying, “The governor just doesn’t get it — she lacks an understanding of Native American history and is upholding an illegal, racist ruling.”

On the floor of the Senate, Palumbo has decried the ruling in the Pharoah v. Benson case, which he termed “likely racist” and spoke of how the tribe “was recognized for years prior” to the case. He declared, “Now is the time to correct this injustice and provide the Montaukett Indian Nation with the status they deserve.”

The Montauketts were one of the original great tribes of Long Island — and they’re still here. Peter Pharaoh, a proud Montaukett, was a journalism student of mine. They thoroughly deserve the restoration of their recognition.

Karl Grossman has been an investigative reporter in a variety of media for more than 50 years. He is a professor of journalism at the State University of New York at Old Westbury.

At the Town of Hempstead’s Rock Hall Museum, an affiliate of the Society for the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities — Lawrence