The skies over Eisenhower Park were illuminated in a vibrant display of color as Nassau County marked Independence Day with its annual Celebrate America show, presented by TD Bank. The evening featured musical performances and concluded with a world-class fireworks display. Story, more photos, Page 3.
By JoSEPH D’AlESSANDRo jdalessandro@liherald.com
The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow’s inaugural Kids Day brought fun, laughter, and community spirit to East Meadow High School, raising money for scholarships for graduating high school seniors.
The family-focused fundraiser on June 28 offered two lively sessions filled with food trucks, face painting, bounce houses, and guest appearances from popular characters including those from “Star Wars” and “Bluey.” All proceeds from ticket sales went to the East Meadow Scholarship Program.
The Eden II Program, a school for students with special needs, the East Meadow Chamber of Commerce, and Club Pilates served as the event’s three main sponsors.
Melody Schiller, president of the Kiwanis Club, said the fundraiser was created to support the club’s educational initiatives.
“We’ve been noticing that our scholarship fund has been dwindling, unfortunately,” she said. “It’s the first day of summer vacation, and this gives the kids a way of having fun while doing something to help the future of their community. While they’re bouncing and having fun, they’re putting into their own scholarship funds
By BRIAN KACHARABA bkacharaba@liherald.com
Vladimir Tate has been a mainstay at the Cure of Ars Church for the past eight years, entertaining and enlightening the parishioners with his inspirational piano and organ playing. He performs at the Sunday masses, as well as weddings and funerals, and even rented space in the Parish Center to start his own music school.
But what the congregants may not know is that Tate, 35, and a resident of East Meadow, is also an internationallyrenowned musician who has performed all over the world — collecting numerous awards and honors along the way — and has released four albums that covered classical pieces by Beethoven, Bach, Mozart, Schubert, Chopin and Tchaikovsky among others.
father, Boris, three years later. Tate was eventually accepted into the Children’s Music School, where he performed his first recital at age nine.
That night turned into a premonition.
PAtRICIA RYAN Co-music director, Cure of Ars Church
“It was a big event because it’s very rare for someone who is that young can play a solo concert,” he recalled. “I played everything by memory, the whole program. It was about 30 to 40 minutes, and after that, because it was successful as well, I saw the reaction of the people and they liked it and everything. I felt good and, at that time, I decided that that’s what I wanted to do.”
Born Vladimir Tiagunov in Temirtau, Kazakhstan, in 1989, Tate and his family moved to Nizhny, Russia when he was three and he began playing the piano under the tutelage of his
Tate would go on to practice about 4 to 5 hours a day and his hard work would later earn him a master’s degree at the Chelyabinsk State Academy of the Culture and Arts, where he studied under the person that would prove to be his mentor, Professor Evgeny Levitan.
“He had a huge influence on me when I was his student,” he said. “I was always listening to
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icaught myself the other day waxing poetic about the microfiber duster that picks up dirt with ease and wondered if my assimilation as suburban housewife is nearly complete. Nothing wrong with those who see themselves in this way, but I have worked hard to define myself in other ways: wife, parent, teacher, or ad executive resisting “suburban” as an adjective if for no other reason that I have always felt I was a New York City person first.
Yet, I realize this is heresy, considering I have lived in Long Island almost as long as I have lived in three other city boroughs. Whether I like it or not, I have learned a few things as I have absorbed the suburban lifestyle in my pores.
of building two terminals, restoring two others and creating the infrastructure and roads to support them, coming home from the airport is no longer viable unless your conversation includes the phrase, “Air Train to Jamaica station.”
Any store is worth shopping is a store open at 6:30 a.m. It may not be when all the daily deliveries arrive or fully appreciated by the staff, but it can’t get more “suburban convenient” than dropping off a family member at the Merrick train station and coming around the corner to food shop before work.
Parking is only as good as the last spot you missed out on. Period. Full stop.
Now that JFK Airport is in the midst
You can run away from pee-wee soccer but you cannot hide. So set your sites on East Meadow T-Ball or Guppies swim lessons at Veteran’s Memorial Pool.
A number of years ago, when I was going through my ironic period, I gravitated to a snarky point-of-view that was incredibly unfair to a lifestyle that has given me and my family so much. So in respect to all the communities throughout the nation that offer fresh air, trees and open spaces to combat the urban sprawl, I salute your strength, resourcefulness and resilience.
You are my home and you will always have the best mall shopping known to man.
A contributing writer to the Herald since 2012, Lauren Lev is a direct marketing/ advertising executive who teaches marketing fundamentals as well as advertising and marketing communications courses at the Fashion Institute of Technology and SUNY Old Westbury.
The ceremony included musical performances by students.
Eighth graders at Woodland Middle School in East Meadow celebrated three years of hard work during their moving up ceremony at the school’s auditorium on June 25.
Members of the board of education and administration were on hand to applaud this milestone in the students’ academic career. Principal Kristi Detor addressed the students
with words of encouragement. Throughout the ceremony, Detor recognized students with several academic awards.
The district said it looks forward to the journeys of these students and wished them luck and success at East Meadow High School.
–Jordan Vallone
skies over Eisenhower Park were illuminated with a vibrant display of light and color during Nassau County’s
Spectators filled Eisenhower Park on July 3 for Nassau County’s annual Independence Day fireworks celebration, marking the start of the holiday weekend with an evening of music, patriotism, and dazzling pyrotechnics. The event, presented by TD Bank and held at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, has become a cherished summer tradition in the community.
Families and friends brought blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the festivities, with many arriving early to secure a good viewing spot. County officials were on hand to greet attendees and take part in the celebration, which offered something for all ages to enjoy.
Musical entertainment energized the crowd throughout the evening, beginning with Long Island native Glenn Strange, whose soulful voice and blend of rock and pop covers set the tone for the night. He was followed by Chicken Head Rocks, a high-energy band known for their powerful vocals and guitar-driven renditions of classic and modern rock hits. Closing out the performances was Face to Face, a wellknown Elton John and Billy Joel tribute act, who wowed the audience with piano favorites from two of music’s most iconic legends. The crowd sang along to familiar classics, creating a festive and nostalgic atmosphere.
The evening concluded with a spectacular fireworks display that lit up the summer sky in red, white, and blue, honoring America’s birthday and capping off a memorable night in Eisenhower Park.
–Jordan
Vallone
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Everyone knows physical pain is bad and tries to avoid it, says the Dalai Lama. Mental pain is also bad and the way to avoid it is through “mental immunity” – learning to avoid the destructive emotions and to develop the positive ones. Like physical immunity, mental immunity is a healthy disposition of mind that is less susceptible to negative thoughts and feelings. If you have immunity, then viruses will not harm you, but if you don’t they can be devastating. Mentally, a small disturbance will not harm you if you have mental immunity –otherwise small disturbances can create great pain and suffering. We human beings have the ability to make a distinction between the rational and the emotional level. Rationally, we may have a serious problem to deal with, yet emotionally we can keep calm.
So much stress, anxiety and suffering arise from an attempt to control what cannot be controlled – wanting things to be different than
they are. “All pain comes from resistance.” The mind decides what’s good or bad and reacts accordingly – whether the ride is bumpy or smooth depends on our perception.
It is very hard to be joyful with stress and anxiety – a continual feeling of being overwhelmed and not being able to handle our work and family commitments. Courage, said Nelson Mandela, is “not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” Archbishop Tutu says, similarly, “Courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to act despite it.”
Happiness and joy are infectious. When you are happy, those around you become happy. Brother Steindl-Ross adds “when you are grateful, you act out of a sense of enough and not out of a sense of scarcity, and you are willing to share… grateful people are joyful people.” When we recognize all that we have been given, it is our natural response to want to care for and give to others.
Two men were arrested on July 1 in connection with a series of burglaries involving damaged ATMs and stolen cash throughout Nassau County, police said.
According to the Nassau County Police Department’s Major Case Squad, Kevin Calloway, 51, and Dwayne Williams, 52, both of Hempstead, allegedly broke into numerous businesses, pried open ATMs, and
removed U.S. currency before fleeing.
Following an extensive investigation, detectives arrested both men without incident. No injuries were reported.
Calloway and Williams are each charged with 14 counts of thirddegree burglary. They were arraigned on July 2 at the First District Court in Hempstead.
–Jordan Vallone
State Sen. Steve Rhoads will host a free Veterans Pancake Breakfast and Resource Fair on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway in Hicksville.
The event aims to honor local veterans with breakfast, music, and opportunities to connect with community leaders and organizations offer-
ing veteran-focused resources.
Veterans must reside in Senate District 5 or belong to a veterans’ organization within the district. Each veteran may bring one guest.
RSVPs are required by Friday, July 25. To register, call Rhoads’ district office at (516) 882-0630.
By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com
Fresh off making three first-round selections in the NHL draft for only the second time in franchise history, including blue-chip defenseman Matthew Schaefer, taken No. 1 overall, the New York Islanders hosted their rookie development camp June 30-July 3 at Northwell Health Ice Center in East Meadow.
Highlighting the four-day camp was the return of the Blue & White Scrimmage, played for the first time since 2018 before a packed house July 2. Schaefer and fellow 2025 first-rounders winger Victor Eklund (16th) and defenseman Kashawn Aitcheson (17th), secondround winger Daniil Prokhorov (42nd), as well as 2024 first-round pick winger Cole Eiserman (20th), second-round picks defenseman Jesse Pulkkinen (54th) and center Kamil Bednarik (61st), 2023 second-round pick center Danny Nelson (49th), and Colorado’s 2023 firstround pick center Calum Ritchie (27th) all had their talents on display and the fans buzzing.
“It’s been an unbelievable camp and the facilities here are incredible,” Aicheson said after the Blue & White Scrimmage. “I just wanted to come here and make an impression on the coaches and be a sponge. It’s been really cool to meet all the guys and see how much the fans support this team.”
The Islanders finished 35-35-12 last season and missed the playoffs. They
entered the NHL Draft Lottery May 5 with the 10th pick and a minuscule 3.5 percent chance of jumping to the top before they hit the jackpot.
Enter the 17-year-old Schaefer, widely regarded as the best player available with elite skating and playmaking skills. Ranked at the top on the NHL Central Scouting Bureau’s North American skaters list, he recorded 39 points (10 goals, 29 assists) in 73 games across two seasons with the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League and on the international stage won a gold medal with Team Canada at the 2024 IIHF World Under-18 Championships, recording five points in seven games. He becomes the Islanders’ fifth first-overall pick after center John Tavares (2009), goaltender Rick DiPietro (2000), defenseman Denis Potvin (1973) and winger Billy Harris (1972.)
“You dream of this your whole life and it’s a dream come true,” Schaefer said. “Now you’ve got to put your work boots on. Getting drafted is amazing and first overall is amazing and it’s an honor. But I’ve got to put my head down, have fun and work as hard as I can. I want to be on that opening-night roster.”
Hours before selecting Schaefer June 27, new General Manager Mathieu Darche traded a former first-round pick, Noah Dobson, after an impasse in contract negotiations with the restricted free agent defenseman to Montreal for the two additional first rounders used on Eklund and Aitcheson.
The only other year the Isles made at
least three first-round picks was in 1999 when they had four.
Eklund’s older brother, William, plays for San Jose. Victor, 18, recorded 31 points (19 goals, 12 assists) in 42 games with Djurgårdens of HockeyAllsvenskan in Sweden last season and was ranked second on the Central Scouting Bureau’s International skaters list.
Aitcheson, 18, is a bruising defender with an impressive offensive skill set that led him to a 59-point regular season (26 goals, 33 assists) with the Barrie Colts of the OHL in 2024-25. He was Schaefer’s gold-medal winning teammate at the 2024 IIHF World Under-18 Championships and played against him in the OHL.
“I’ve gotten to know Matthew pretty well and I’m excited to see what the future holds for him,” Aitcheson said.
It was also the first Islanders camp
for Eiserman, 18, who enjoyed a huge season at Boston University and led all NCAA freshmen in goals with 20 while helping lead the Terriers to the national title game.
“The fans are super passionate here and I’m excited to wear this logo,” Eiserman said. “It’s my first time on Long Island and I’m soaking it up and loving it. Obviously the organization does its homework on brining in not only talented players but guys with tremendous character.”
Preseason schedule released
The Islanders will play six preseason games, including three at UBS Arena: Sept. 21 versus Philadelphia, Sept. 26 against New Jersey and Sept. 29 against the Rangers. The NHL plans to announce the 2025-26 regular-season schedule July 16.
for later years.”
Schiller added that the day was not only about fun but also about teaching kids the value of giving back.
“Our kids are our leaders of the future, and that’s what Kiwanis is all about,” she said. “It’s building leadership in kids who understand paying it forward and helping others.”
Taleen Krug, a committee member who helped organize the event, said she hopes Kids Day becomes a tradition in the community.
Some attractions were made possible through the support of local organizations. “East Meadow is really unique in the fact that we have a lot of community organizations that all come together and do things like this for the community, free of charge and or at minimal cost,” Krug said. “It’s all about the kids.”
Mitchell Allen, a past Kiwanis Club president, was key in planning the event and said he’s hopeful it will become an annual fixture.
“Our club gives out $6,000 worth of scholarships to high school seniors every year, and we’ve done this for as long as I can remember,” Allen said. “It’s probably longer than I’ve been a member of the club, but we are struggling to meet these annual goals.
“Our scholarship fund costs us $6,000 a year. We are trying to hit that number. This is our first year, so I’m quite hopeful that we’ll do that.”
Allen explained the program is designed to engage elementary school students early on, giving them a sense of ownership in the scholarship program they may one day benefit from.
Kara Lamendola, a fellow Kids Day committee member and Assistant Director of the Eden II Program, said the event also offered opportunities for inclusiveness.
for Kids day, the Kiwanis collaborated with eden ii genesis programs, which provides services for individuals on the autism spectrum. Zarion fong and nyla fong represented the program at the event on June 28.
“One of our main goals is to definitely integrate our participants into the community,” she said. “I think that everybody in East Meadow raising money for these scholarships (is) great, including for the participants in our programs.”
Schiller said Kids Day was a “wonderful event.”
“Everyone there loved it, and they were already asking about next year,” she said. “While we don’t discuss money per se, we think that each year will get better and better as we tweak timing and other factors. This
year, we tried a combination of events to see what works best — it was a trial year for us. Our sponsors were amazing; the community support was incredible and the smiles on the kids’ faces was priceless.”
The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow engages in a variety of events and fundraisers throughout the year to support the community and its youth. For more on what’s in store and ahead this year, visit EastMeadowKiwanis.org or email KiwanisClubOfEastMeadow@gmail.com.
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Tate’s musical talents took him all over the world to places like Ukraine, where he earned first-place in the International Music Competition “21st Century Art” competition in 2010, Spain, Germany, and Poland. But soon he faced a crossroads as to how to develop his musical career. With opportunities scarce for classical music performers in Russia, his dad suggested moving to another country.
He considered places in Europe but ultimately chose the United States in late 2013. Tate went through the usual struggles of an immigrant with learning a new language, figuring out living arrangements, and how to support himself. But he eventually settled into Fresh Meadows, Queens, with a teaching job, and later West Hempstead before moving into his new home in East Meadow about three months ago.
“Everything felt new at that time when I came here and I had to figure out a lot of things on my own regarding how to get different documents here, for example, and getting my driver’s license,” he said. “But at the same time, it was very interesting and fascinating, and I loved it. I love this country.”
A year after winning the prize for best piano technique at the Forte International Competition in Carnegie Hall, Tate joined the Cure of Ars in Merrick in 2017 and is the musical co-director along with Patricia Ryan. A pastor at the church heard about a Russian who was teaching at the Long Island Conservatory in Albertson, Queens, and invited Tate to audition. Ryan immediately knew that he was the person they were looking for.
“I heard him play and I thought, ‘Oh my God!’ she said. “I quickly hired him and started working with him. He was very intelligent. He’s a very ambitious, talented, man.”
Ryan said the parishioners were unaware of Tate’s story when he first arrived at the Cure of Ars, but they soon learned quickly that they had a prodigy in their midst. Tate even expanded his repertoire to include some jazz music, and he began to adapt with the other performers and Ryan‘s style during rehearsals.
“He has a lot of energy,” Ryan said. “And I have a lot
of energy, so I say to the choir, ‘You guys have to keep up with us.’ I’ll be conducting like a wild person and he’s keeping up with me. He’s never worked with a choir or professional singers when he came over, so he gets it very quickly and his musical instincts are fantastic.”
Even the choir members are impressed.
“We feel extremely lucky to have this young man help us grow musically in the church,” said two-year member Alicia McManus.
At the same time, Tate released four piano classical music albums – all in 2020 – and started the Merrick School of Music in the Parish Center two years later, where students, some of which have already won competitions, can learn a wide range instruments as well as dance. He also founded the Long Island Music Magazine, which focuses on local artists.
Tate has not returned to Russia since emigrating, with coronavirus and the current conflict between his homeland and Ukraine making it nearly impossible. His older brother, niece, and nephew still reside there as does his mother, Olga, who visits occasionally despite having to travel to Turkey to obtain her visa to come to the U.S.
“My mom, thank God, is able to come here, even though it’s so difficult that way,” he said. “But she is very happy when she comes here, and she can spend some time with me.”
Despite having a “KEYMASTR” licenses plate on his car, Tate said he hasn’t really reflected on his quick and abundant success and just wants to continue teaching and inspiring with music. He will also embark on a new chapter in his life with his recent engagement to fiancée Franceska.
“I just try to [focus on] those ideas I have regarding music,” he said. “I just try to make them come alive.”
By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com
Nassau County officials joined forces with the Indian American Forum, India Association of Long Island, and India Day Parade USA to host Indian American Night on June 22 at Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre.
The event, part of the Nassau County Department of Parks and Recreation’s International Nights series, was held under the leadership of Dr. Bobby Kumar Kalotee, chairman of the Nassau County Human Rights Commission. On a warm Sunday evening, hundreds gathered with picnic baskets and lawn chairs along the serene lakeside to enjoy a vibrant showcase of Indian culture. More than 110 children, from toddlers to teens, performed traditional and contemporary Indian dances representing various local dance schools.
Young performer Sia Nandrajog, who traveled from California for the event, captivated the audience with a standout performance. All participants received certificates, T-shirts and personal pan pizzas in appreciation of their efforts.
The program began with the American national anthem sung by Hanika Reddy Parvathala, followed by the Indian national anthem led by Jyoti Gupta and her group. Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker delivered opening remarks, thanking the organizers and attendees.
Kalotee introduced and congratulated the evening’s honorees for their community contributions. The diverse group included physicians, a pharmaceutical consultant, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders. Honorees included: Dr. Narendra Mal Lodha, Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri, Dr. Dinesh Jaiswal, Vinod Goyal, Sunita Manjrekar, Senthilkumar Sivaprakasam, Ravindra Kumar and Riya Shah. Anju Sharma and Nilima Madan were specially recognized for their selfless service to the community.
IAF Chairperson Indu Jaiswal and Cultural Coordinator Bina Sabapathy were applauded for their efforts in organizing the event. Participating dance schools included Hamsaasya School of Dance, Mudra Dance Studio, Nritya Saagaram Dance Academy, New York Tamil Academy, RS International NY, Rhythm Dance Academy, and Sadhanalaya School of Dance.
A musical tribute to Father’s Day featured a medley by the JKJ Team led by Jyoti Gupta, and a special performance by Mittal Anil and daughter Advita, students of Dinesh Kumar Prabhakar.
The event was supported by numerous community leaders and officials, including Deputy Parks Commissioner Dave Franklin; Human Rights Commissioners Wioletta Dusza and Vimal Goyal; Comptroller Elaine Phillips; North Hempstead Town Supervisor
County
with food, culture and fun. Organizers received a citation for County
and Indian American heritage.
Jennifer DeSena; Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava; and members of the Asian American Affairs Office.
Also in attendance were community advocates Jasbir Singh, Beena Kothari, Anju Sharma, Nilima Madan, Dr. Neeru Bhambri, Dr. Jag Kalra, Gobind Gupta, Brahashitha Gupta, Sujata Seth, Anu Gulati, Dr. Urmilesh Arya, Dr. Rajendra Modi, and many others.
The celebration served as a testament to the unity and cultural richness of Long Island’s Indian American community.
was many performances throughout the
According to a Kaiser Permanente study conducted in 2023, hospital emergency department visits increase by 15 to 27 percent between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
To stay healthy and well this summer and avoid sunburn, dehydration, sickness from spoiled or improperly prepared food, orthopedic injuries, water and pool accidents, insect bites, and bee stings, here is summer safety advice from the team of board certified emergency medicine physicians at Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Fennessy Family Emergency Department:
Sunburn—Exposure to sunlight helps your skin synthesize vitamin D, which is vital to bone health, immune function, and improved cognition. When skin is repeatedly exposed to the sun for extended periods of time, the risk can far outweigh the reward. Follow these sun safety steps recommended by the American Academy of Dermatologists:
• Minimize sun exposure between the hours of 10 am and 3 pm.
• Apply sunscreen with a SPF of at least 30 that protects against both UVA and UVB rays, to all areas of the body exposed to the sun.
• Reapply sunscreen every two hours, even on cloudy days.
• Wear clothing that covers the body and shades the face.
• Have an annual skin cancer screening.
Dehydration—Symptoms of dehydration may include some or all the following: lethargy; dizziness; deep, rapid breathing; muscle cramps; dry mouth and nose; and a drop in blood pressure. Stay hydrated by drinking six to eight cups of water per day. Avoid consumption of tea, coffee, soda, or alcohol on hot days or during recreational activities. Move to a cool, shaded area if symptoms occur.
Picnic Food Preparation and Storage—Food that is not prepared and stored properly can lead to food-
borne illness. Before packing for a picnic at the park or the beach:
• Wrap uncooked chicken and meats in separate, tightly sealed bags or containers and place them at the bottom of the cooler.
• Store foods with mayonnaise in the cooler or be sure to serve them on platters that are chilled by salad bowls filled with ice.
• Keep cold foods cold and hot foods hot.
• Freeze foods that have been prepared more than one day in advance of the picnic.
• Thoroughly cook meat and poultry to destroy bacteria.
• Discard all leftovers.
—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that more than half of all sports- and recreation-related injuries are preventable. To reduce the risk of injury: Follow a schedule that sticks to the “10 percent rule” of increasing the intensity and duration of workouts.
Warm up first, followed by stretching before playing, practicing, or training. Diversify training by combining or alternating activities like walking, jogging, biking, or weightlifting.
If you feel pain, soreness, or tightness, stop. Early intervention is key to avoiding further injury.
Eat healthy: include fruits and vegetables and adequate portions of protein in your daily diet.
Water and Pool Safety—Whether your family is spending time in the pool, at the beach, or on a boat, be aware of the following safety precautions:
Never leave a child unsupervised near any body of water, including bathtubs, pools, and even buckets.
Wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets during boating and fishing activities.
Keep a safe distance from boat propellers.
Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), especially if you and your family regularly participate in water activities.
While it is impossible to avoid mosquitoes, bees, and other insects, keep them away by applying insect repellent containing the active ingredient DEET or picaridin. Studies show DEET is safe and effective at preventing insect-borne illness. Other steps to take include:
Avoid wearing scented products, as fragrances attract biting insects like mosquitoes and bees.
Be sure to empty out birdbaths, flowerpots, and kiddie pools of standing water.
Wear light-colored, long-sleeve shirts, and pants, especially during yard work or in wooded areas.
“And remember,” advises Jay Itzkowitz, MD, Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine at Mount Sinai South Nassau, “in an emergency, do not hesitate to call 911 for help. By acting without delay, you may prevent a lifethreatening or serious medical emergency.”
The Fennessy Family Emergency Department and Mount Sinai South Nassau’s free-standing Long Beach Emergency Department serve the South Shore residents of Nassau County with patient-centered, expert emergency medical care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The new Fennessy Family Emergency Department at Mount Sinai South Nassau doubles the size of our previous emergency department, o ering 54 private exam rooms with clear lines of sight for physicians, nurses, and support sta . Our new emergency department also o ers a separate triage area, dedicated areas for children and behavioral health patients, and has been designed to reduce wait times and improve patient outcomes.
The Fennessy Family Emergency Department is located within the new Feil Family Pavilion, opening later this year, which will have 40 new critical care suites and nine new operating rooms, designed to support the most complex surgeries on the South Shore.
To learn more visit www.mountsinai.org/feilpavilion
Like all medical conditions, it is important to catch hearing loss early and treat it early! Simply put a mild hearing loss is a major problem. Agerelated hearing loss, the third most common condition afflicting today’s seniors, is a progressive degenerative disorder that can significantly impair cognitive function. Healthy hearing can help to prevent cognitive decline (i.e. dementia) and other disorders associated with hearing loss, (i.e. diabetes, cardiovascular disease, etc.).
When you turn 50 years young, have your hearing evaluated. Diagnosing hearing loss early puts you in the best position to begin treatment and maintain healthy cognitive function. If it helps, remember ‘Ears and Rears’ when you turn 50!
Protect your hearing, now (before it’s too late)! Recent reports from the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary provide overwhelming evidence that noise exposure throughout life can cause debilitating agerelated hearing loss to occur at much younger ages.
Once your hearing is damaged, there is no getting it back! That is why it is mission critical to protect your ears and begin medical treatment at the first signs of loss. The most common symptoms of early hearing loss include:
• Difficulty hearing conversation in social situations (most common symptom!)
• Asking people to repeat themselves
• Turning up the TV louder than others
• Tinnitus (ringing / sounds in the ears)
• Social Isolation and Depression
Protect your ears. The harmful impact of loud noise on the ears is real and it’s permanent. Yet loud noises are everywhere around us: at restaurants, weddings,
Hundreds of Long Island communi‑ ty members gathered at Eisenhower Park’s Field 2 for the annual David Lerner Associates Long Island Police Appreciation Run.
Presented by David Lerner Associ‑ ates in partnership with the Greater Long Island Running Club, the June 12 event kicked off with a free ¼‑mile kids’ fun run at 6:15 p.m., followed by a 5K race at 7 p.m., rain‑or‑shine
The run’s mission is to show appre‑ ciation for local law enforcement and raise funds for the Long Island Police Crisis Foundation, which supports offi cers and their families facing emergen cies. This year’s first $1,000 in proceeds was allocated to the Nassau Police Run ning Club and its scholarship fund.
All participants received a long‑sleeve hooded tee, and awards were handed out live at the finish line, including top overall male and female runners, age‑group winners, wheel chair competitors, and standout law enforcement participants.
This year’s top male finishers included Jason Sinert, 27 of Wantagh, Alex Eletto, 28 of Stony Brook, and Thomas Mihailin, 29 of East North port. The top female finishers were Alyssa Knott, 31 of Holtsville, Jennifer Cano, 38 of Setauket, and Kimberly Minerva, 36 of Medford. Peter Hawkins, 61 of Malverne, took first place in the wheelchair divison.
Runners departed from the start line at the David Lerner Associates Long Island Police Appreciation Run.
For more on the run and its sponsor, visit DavidLerner.com.
on August 11th
Eighth graders at W.T. Clarke Middle School in East Meadow were proud to take the next step toward high school during their moving up ceremony at the school’s auditorium.
Members of the board of education and administration were on hand to applaud this milestone in the students’ academic career. Principal Elizabeth Dowling and Assistant Principal Linda
Sunday, August 3 at 1:40 p.m.
Contest ends July 27 at midnight with the winner chosen on July 28
Directions for ticket acquisition will be explained when winner is contacted.
Lynch addressed the students with words of encouragement.
Throughout the ceremony, Dowling and Lynch recognized students with several academic awards. The district said it looks forward to the journeys of these students and wished them luck and success at W.T. Clarke High School.
By Karen Bloom
It’s that time again — the sweet smell of cotton candy, the sizzle of zeppole and the midway beckons. The fair is back in town, now lighting up the Nassau Coliseum grounds, through July 13.
This summertime staple brings together all the classic fun of a traditional fair, with modern-day excitement everyone will enjoy. From thrilling rides and circus performances to an old-school “oddity” sideshow and friendly farm animals, there’s no shortage of ways to spend a summer evening. It all combine for an extravaganza that entices all ages.
Keep your eyes on the Big Top: Circus Murcia carries forth with time-honored circus traditions refreshed for the 21st century. Featuring major thrill acts such as the High Wire and Globe of Death, along with assorted aerialists, jugglers and clowns and much more, fair-goers are sure to enjoy a new take on circus arts.
• Now through July 13
• Weekdays, 5-11 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon-11 p.m.
• $10 (free for kids under 36” tall).
• Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36” and taller) are $42 on-site
Fireworks spectacle
Still craving more fireworks?
Rockville Centre’s annual anniversary celebration is just the ticket! Head to Barasch Field for a festive evening of music and family fun — capped off by a dazzling fireworks show. The South Shore Symphony Orchestra sets the tone with a rousing outdoor concert. that always delights, now in their 32nd year participating in the longstanding summertime tradition that brings together neighbors from near and far. Artistic Director Adam Glaser passes the baton to guest conductor Eileen Murphy, who leads a crowd-pleasing program of patriotic anthems, Broadway hits and familiar favorites. Highlights include the 1812 Overture, selections from “Gypsy” and Videogames Live, plus classic Sousa marches. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and, of course, some picnic foods — and settle in! After dark, the fireworks begin around 9:15 p.m., choreographed to the orchestra’s performance, for a truly unforgettable finish. Admission is free and is open to everyone. Rain date is July 13.
Saturday, July 12, 7 p.m. Pette and Barasch Fields, 244 S. Park Ave, Rockville Centre. For more information, visit.rvcny.us.
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From the bizarre to high-tech, there’s something for everyone. Check out another “wonder” — the Big Bee transforming robot car.
“It’s built to be like a life-size Camaro, but inside, instead of having seats, it has a system of hydraulics and different motors that make it lift and open up,” says Alex Murcia, whose family enterprise came up with the concept.
“The car goes up and down and transforms from what looks like a regular Camaro to a giant robot.”
with attractions that all ages enjoy. The spacious gondola cars, each
• Visit empirestatefair.com for online savings on wristbands and tickets
• Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale
Also you won’t want to miss the World of Wonders sideshow, always a popular spot. Visit the colorful spot and be drawn into the scene involving 30 bizarre exhibits in the fascinating Museum of Marvels, under the watchful eye of Tommy Breen — aka The Great Gozleone. As a sword swallower extraordinaire, his antics are boundless, including fire-eating and stunts with a guillotine that are not for the feint of heart.
“When I was 14 I decided I wanted to run away with the sideshow,” Breen says. “I started teaching myself sword swallowing and some other stunts out of the back of a book I found. I didn’t think there still were sideshows around, I figured I could perform in bars with bands or something, but then when I graduated college I saw Ward Hall was hiring for his World of Wonders show. I was shocked it was still on the road and that I had the chance to work for the ‘King of the Sideshow,’ so I quit my job and got rid of my apartment and joined the carnival. It was what I had always daydreamed about, and once I got here I just never left.”
Breen proudly carries on the sideshow tradition, with his fellow sideshow folk.
A strongwoman astounds visitors with feats of strength, bending metal, ripping phone books, and breaking metal chains with her bare hands, along with other “talents” that never cease to amaze.
to be missed. Other favorites include Alien
rollercoaster, The those who never
And, of course, the rides are always a big draw. The midway features plenty, along with attractions that all ages enjoy. The Dream Wheel (one of the largest Ferris wheels on the fair circuit), commands attention, towering over the fairgrounds at 110-feet tall. With 24 spacious gondola cars, each with a six-person capacity to accommodate your entire group, it’s not to be missed. Other favorites include Alien Invasion, Super Cyclone rollercoaster, Wacky Worm family rollercoaster, The Zipper, Storybook Fun House, super slide, and bumper cars. And, yes, for those who never tire of the tea cups, you’ll find them here.
Whether you crave thrills or the funnel cake, this fair has it all.
Photos courtesy Empire State Fair
Spectacle and classic fun await at the Empire State Fair, where fireeaters, circus performers, rides, and exciting new attractions come together for summer fun.
The Gin Blossoms
through the band’s greatest hits, as
Take a trip down memory lane with The Gin Blossoms when their highly anticipated 2025 tour visits Long Island. With their timeless hits, infectious melodies and nostalgic vibes, this concert experience transports fans back to the heyday of ‘90s alternative rock. Gin Blossoms rose to fame in the ‘90s with hits like “Hey Jealousy,” “Found Out About You,” and “Til I Hear It from You,” which still resonate today. Their jangly guitars, catchy hooks and heartfelt lyrics captured the spirit of the decade and earned them a dedicated following that continues to grow. The tour is a nostalgic journey through the band’s greatest hits, as well as new songs that are sure to captivate. And, of course, one of the highlights of any Gin Blossoms concert is the connection they share with their fans. Through their heartfelt lyrics and engaging stage banter, the band creates a sense of camaraderie that makes every concert feel like a reunion with old friends.
Tuesday, July 15, 7:30 p.m. $82, $71.75, $60.25, $49.25, $37.25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter welcomes summer with the return of its “Summer of Love” pet adoption program. Now through Sept. 1 all pet adoption fees will be waived, making it easier than ever to adopt a pet. Each adoption includes free spaying/ neutering, vaccinations and microchipping. Additionally, there is only a $10 licensing fee for dogs. This summer, spread the love and provide a fur-ever home to these shelter animals. Check out the friendly faces of the dogs and cat before arriving at shelter. Browse photos and profiles at hempsteadny.gov/179/ animal-shelter or on the shelter’s Facebook page.
•Where: 3320, Beltagh Ave., Wantagh
•Time: Ongoing
•Contact: at hempsteadny. gov/179/animal-shelter or (516) 785-5220
Nassau County Museum of Art’s new exhibition, “At Play,” surveys artists’ perennial fascination with entertainment in all forms. Framing this topic between the nineteenth century Belle Époque and today, the exhibit includes works by Pablo Picasso, Reginald Marsh, Everett Shinn, and Max Beckmann among many others. The works are gathered to represent a wide range of expressions, from entertainment-related activities to the fascinating personalities involved. It encompasses dance, music, theater, movies, circus, boating, and beach scenes, along with horseracing and various sports, both active and passive Also featured are archival items from The Metropolitan Opera and the New York Philharmonic, including costumes by Marc Chagall for Die Zauberflöte, vintage fashion items by such designers as Alfred Shaheen, and iconic costumes from the FoliesBergère in Paris. On view until Nov. 9.
•Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor
• Time: Ongoing
•Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337
‘Where it began…’
Broadway’s Robert Neary, also a star of TV and film, visits Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre with his Neil Diamond showcase “So Good.” He creates an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in history. Two hours
•Time: 11:30 a.m.-noon
•Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800
Mercy Hospital offers a peerto-peer breastfeeding support group facilitated by a certified counselor. Open to new moms with babies from newborn to 1 year, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required.
•Where: St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre
•Time: Ongoing Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
•Contact: Call Gabriella Gennaro at (516) 705-2434
Enjoy an evening of doo-wop at Eisenhower Park. Kid Kyle, The Capri, Vito Picone and the Elegants bring their vibe to the stage.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: 7 p.m.
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
•Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
Rock Hall of Fame inductee Daryl Hall brings his current tour to Long Island, featuring opening act Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze. Tilbrook has previously performed with Hall on his award-winning web series, Live from Daryl’s House. The concert is promises to reconnect fans with his celebrated musical legacy. This tour is of particular significance as it marks a reunion for Hall and Tilbrook, who have shared the stage in previous performances, most notably in Hall’s acclaimed web series “Live from Daryl’s House.” “I’ve toured with Glenn in the past, and I’m a fan of his songs, and it will be great to work with him again,” Daryl says, whose previous tours included acts Howard Jones, Elvis Costello and Todd Rundgren, all of whom also appeared on the acclaimed show. The format is the same, with Tilbrook performing a solo set to open, then joining Hall on stage to close the show. Beyond the music, the tour holds sentimental value, as it coincides with significant milestones in Hall’s career. In 2024, Hall celebrated the 10th anniversary of his venue, Daryl’s House, in Pawling, N.Y., where he offered a free concert to acknowledge the support of his fans. Past tours have seen Hall share the stage with icons such as Elvis Costello and Howard Jones, emphasizing his prowess in collaborating effectively and delighting audiences with diverse musical experiences. The upcoming tour, following his latest album, solidifies Hall’s commitment to keeping his music fresh and engaging for his loyal fanbase. $226.75, $186.75, $118.75 (GA), $108.75.
packed with 24 classic hit songs, nostalgia, stories, multimedia, and trivia, and a finale that is pure Broadway caliber. This is a true immersion into the life and career of Neil Diamond.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: 7 p.m.
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
The Town of Hempstead Summer Concert Series welcomes Foreign Journey to Speno Memorial Park. Enjoy a lively tribute to Foreigner and Journey. Bring seating. Food trucks will be on-site serving a variety of delicious options, perfect for a casual night out with family and friends.
•Where: 745 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow
• Time: 8 p.m.
•Contact: hempsteadny.gov or (516) 670-1050
Watermelon 5K
JULY
Get your steps in and enjoy a sweet treat at the Watermelon 5K at Eisenhower Park.
•Where: Field 2, East Meadow
•Time: 8:30 a.m.
•Contact: events.elitefeats. com/25WatermelonNassau
‘One of these nights’ Eagles tribute band Desert Highway rocks Eisenhower Park as summer heats up. Their acclaimed performance is a nonstop journey through numerous radio hits, Top 10 singles and favorite solo works of The Eagles — from the country-inspired “Take It Easy” to the soaring guitar rock anthem “Hotel California”.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: 7 p.m.
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
Enjoy a summer evening at Old Westbury Gardens with some smooth jazz, swing rhythms and popular favorites performed by the Paul Effman Band in the open air. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab a spot and soak in the sounds and scenery. Rain date is July 13. $25 $22.50, seniors (62+), members receive 20% off.
•Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury
• Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
•Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048
•Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com
movie night
Stop by Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre for a screening of “The Wild Robot.” After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.
•Where: Lakeside Theatre, Field 6
•Time: Shows begin at dusk
•Contact: Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0355
Art Lab
Each week in this engaging workshop, participants are introduced to hands-on materials, artmaking, and inspiration from artists and techniques. Young kids, ages 2-5, build critical thinking skills, expand vocabulary, and support imaginations as they play, create and explore. This week learn about Henri Matisse. $4 with museum admission.
•Where: Museum Row, Garden City
Check out Long Island Children’s Museum’s Bubbles exhibit for some extra sudsy fun. Through playful, hands-on experiments explore what makes a bubble form, what makes them pop and discover new creative ways to make bubbles. Stop by anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to participate.
•Where: Museum Row, Garden City
•Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
•Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800
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A bit of country in the park Eisenhower Park welcomes countrypop singer Russell Dickerson.
•Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
•Time: 7 p.m.
•Contact: nassaucountyny.gov
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF FORMATION of SBB PLAINVIEW REALTY LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/06/2025. Office location: Nassau Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 572 Haddon Ln, East Meadow, NY 11554. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 154053
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MFRA TRUST 2016-1, -againstVLADIMIR C. PUNTO A/K/A VLADIMIR PUNTO, 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 April 28, 2025, wherein WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MFRA TRUST 2016-1 is the Plaintiff and VLADIMIR C. PUNTO A/K/A VLADIMIR PUNTO, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, NORTH SIDE STEPS, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 29, 2025 at 2:00PM, the premises known as 839 WINTHROP DRIVE, EAST MEADOW, NY 11554 and the following tax map identification 50-437-24. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDING 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.: 611656/2021; Leslie Feifer, Esq., as Referee; Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC,
900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 154262
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, LOAN FUNDER LLC, SERIES 16285, Plaintiff, vs. ARK ESTATES INC., ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 22, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 29, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 32 Valley Road, Old Westbury a/k/a Westbury, NY 11568 a/k/a 11590. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Old Westbury, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 17, Block 12 and Lot 38. Approximate amount of judgment is $1,714,010.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #603467/2023. John Boklak, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 252373-1 154242
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
C/O U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff AGAINST JEAN LESLEY JEAN-LOUIS AKA JEAN
LESLY JEAN-LOUIS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 12, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 33 2nd Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 11 Block 109 Lot 137 and 376. Approximate amount of judgment $409,294.98 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604695/2 023. Lawrence S. Farbman, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 22-002694 85963 154228
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CABANA SERIES V TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT WINKLER, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 11, 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 August 4, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 524 Pontiac Road, East Meadow, NY 11554. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situated, lying and being at North Bellmore, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 51, Block 479 and Lot 12. Approximate amount of judgment is $719,717.83 plus
interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #616227/2022. Matin Emouna, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 222115-1 154398
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 07/16/2025 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:
THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 394/25. LEVITTOWNWCA Assets, LLC., Variance, side yards aggregate, maintain partial garage conversion to living space attached to dwelling., E/s Wheelwright La. 248.46’ S/o Collector La., a/k/a 11 Wheelwright La. N.C.P.C. Local determination. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.
This notice is only for new cases in Levittown within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.go v/509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.go v/576/Live-StreamingVideo Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the
foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it.
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given, that the fiscal affairs of the Wantagh Fire District for the period beginning on January 1, 2024 and ending on December 31, 2024, have been examined by an independent public accountant, Craig, Fitzsimmons & Michaels, LLP,Smithtown, NY. A copy of their independent audit report and management letter has been filed with the New York Office of the State Comptroller and the report of the external audit by the independent public accountant has been filed in the office of the Wantagh Fire District Secretary where it is available as a public record for inspection by all interested persons during normal business hours. Pursuant to Section 35 of the General Municipal Law and Section 181-b of the Town Law a written response and corrective action plan has been prepared by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Wantagh Fire District and has been filed in the office of the Wantagh Fire District Secretary as a public record for inspection by all interested persons.
Brendan J. Narell
Superintendent Wantagh Fire District Dated: June 30, 2025 154555
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that a resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, on the 27th day of January 2025, subject to permissive referendum as provided for by the General Municipal law. An extract of the resolution is as follows: The Wantagh Fire District has by appropriate resolution established and maintains a certain capital reserve fund, established pursuant to Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law, in an account for deposit of said Capital Reserve Fund entitled, “The Wantagh Fire District, Section 6(g) General Municipal
“Firematic Equipment and Apparatus Capital Reserve Fund “ in local banks; in which account is sufficient funds to accomplish the purposes herein after set forth, namely, the 2025 Maintenance Vehicle Replacement Project (labor, material, inspection and delivery), including incidental expenses, advertising, and attorney’s fees, in order to maintain the efficiency of the Wantagh Fire District in the discharge of their duties in preserving the lives and property of the residents of the Community and the said project is deemed in the best interest of the residents of the Wantagh Fire District. The resolution further provides that there be transferred from the present Firematic Equipment and Apparatus Capital Reserve Fund of the Wantagh Fire District a sum not to exceed One Hundred Eighty-Five Thousand ($185,000.00) dollars and the District Treasurer is authorized to effect such transfer from time to time as necessary for the project. This resolution is subject to a permissive resolution and shall not take effect until thirty (30) days, as provided by the General Municipal Law.
Dated: June 30th 2025 By order of The Board of Fire Commissioner Brendan J. Narell Superintendent 154556
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE is hereby given that the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT will receive separate & independent bids for the following categories: Contract No. 1 – Roof Replacement and Related Work Contract No. 2 – HVAC Ductwork Repair and Related Work For the Roof Replacement to the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT STATION #2 located at 844 Wantagh Ave, Levittown, NY 11756. A MANDATORY pre-bid conference walkthrough for potential Bidders and other interested parties will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Wantagh Fire District Station#2 located at 844 Wantagh Ave, Levittown, NY 11756.
Separate & independent bids must be received on or before Monday, August 11, 2025 @ 12:00 PM by the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT at the DISTRICT OFFICES located at 2045 Wantagh Avenue, Wantagh, New York 11793 at which time all bids received will publicly be opened and read aloud @ 12:00 PM in accordance with §103(2), of the General Municipal Law. No bids will be accepted thereafter.
Complete digital sets of Bidding Documents, drawings and specifications, may be obtained online as a download at www.revplans.com for a non-refundable fee of $100.00 (One Hundred Dollars) starting on Monday, July 7, 2025. All bids must be accompanied by either a) a certified check payable to the “Wantagh Fire District” in the amount of 5% of the bid price, or b) a bond with sufficient sureties to be approved by the “Wantagh Fire District” in the amount of 5% of the bid price. If the bid is accepted, the bidder will enter into a contract in accordance with the bid and will furnish a suitable security bond in the sum of the amount of the contract, conditioned for the faithful and prompt completion of the work specified in the contract. If the bidder neglects or refuses to execute the contract and furnish the bonds, the deposit of 5% of the bid price shall be forfeited and retained by the Wantagh Fire District as liquidated damages or, in the case of a bid bond, the Wantagh Fire District shall enforce payment of the bond for its benefit. Performance, Labor and Material Payment, and Warranty bonds on the forms within the Specifications Book for the full amount of the contract are required and shall be included in the bid price. Exclude from all bids New York State Sales Tax on materials or supplies purchased for this project. Pursuant to §220 of the Labor Law, the contract will contain a provision that every mechanic, laborer and workman employed in or about the work contemplated
by the contract shall be paid not less than the prevailing rate of wages and provided with not less than the prevailing supplement which are set forth in the Bidding Documents.
Wantagh Fire District Station #2 July 7th, 2025 Bids are to be enclosed in a separate sealed envelope, which shall be clearly marked:
Wantagh Fire District Station #2 844
Wantagh Ave, Levittown, NY 11756
Contract No. 1 – Roof Replacement and Related Work.
- OR -
Wantagh Fire District Station #2 844 Wantagh Ave, Levittown, NY 11756
Contract No. 2 – HVAC
Ductwork Repair and Related Work.
The Wantagh Fire District reserves the right to waive any informalities in, to accept or reject any or all bids, to award the contract to other than the lowest bidder or to advertise anew if in the judgment of the Wantagh Fire District it is in their best interests to do so. No bidder shall withdraw his bid within (45) days after the formal opening thereof.
By Order of The Board of Fire Commissioners Brendan J. Narell Superintendent 154558
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE is hereby given that the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT will receive separate & independent bids for the following categories: Contract No. 1 – Roof Replacement and Related Work Contract No. 2 – HVAC Ductwork Repair and Related Work For the Roof Replacement to the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT STATION #1 located at 3470 Park Ave, Wantagh, NY 11793.
A MANDATORY pre-bid conference walkthrough for potential Bidders and other interested parties will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Wantagh Fire District Station#1 located at 3470 Park Ave, Wantagh, NY 11793. Separate & independent bids must be received on or before Monday, August 11, 2025 @ 12:00 PM
by the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT at the DISTRICT OFFICES located at 2045 Wantagh Avenue, Wantagh, New York 11793 at which time all bids received will publicly be opened and read aloud @ 12:00 PM in accordance with §103(2), of the General Municipal Law. No bids will be accepted thereafter.
Complete digital sets of Bidding Documents, drawings and specifications, may be obtained online as a download at www.revplans.com for a non-refundable fee of $100.00 (One Hundred Dollars) starting on Monday, July 7, 2025.
All bids must be accompanied by either a) a certified check payable to the “Wantagh Fire District” in the amount of 5% of the bid price, or b) a bond with sufficient sureties to be approved by the “Wantagh Fire District” in the amount of 5% of the bid price. If the bid is accepted, the bidder will enter into a contract in accordance with the bid and will furnish a suitable security bond in the sum of the amount of the contract, conditioned for the faithful and prompt completion of the work specified in the contract. If the bidder neglects or refuses to execute the contract and furnish the bonds, the deposit of 5% of the bid price shall be forfeited and retained by the Wantagh Fire District as liquidated damages or, in the case of a bid bond, the Wantagh Fire District shall enforce payment of the bond for its benefit.
Performance, Labor and Material Payment, and Warranty bonds on the forms within the Specifications Book for the full amount of the contract are required and shall be included in the bid price.
Exclude from all bids New York State Sales Tax on materials or supplies purchased for this project.
Pursuant to §220 of the Labor Law, the contract will contain a provision that every mechanic, laborer and workman employed in or about the work contemplated by the contract shall be paid not less than the prevailing rate of wages and provided with not less than the prevailing supplement
which are set forth in the Bidding Documents.
Bids are to be enclosed in a separate sealed envelope, which shall be clearly marked:
Wantagh Fire District
Station #1
3470 Park Ave, Wantagh, NY 11793
Contract No. 1 – Roof
Replacement and Related Work.
- OR -
Wantagh Fire District Station #1
3470 Park Ave, Wantagh, NY 11793
Contract No. 2 – HVAC
Ductwork Repair and Related Work.
The Wantagh Fire District reserves the right to waive any informalities in, to accept or reject any or all bids, to award the contract to other than the lowest bidder or to advertise anew if in the judgment of the Wantagh Fire District it is in their best interests to do so. No bidder shall withdraw his bid within (45) days after the formal opening thereof.
By Order of The Board of Fire Commissioners Brendan J. Narell Superintendent 154557
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 436 Lot 4
The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $765,254.16 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 601311/2019
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.
Peter Kramer, Esq., Referee. (516) 510-4020
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573
Dated: 6/3/2025 File Number: 16-301208 CA 154549
Madalena, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 19-001737 86198 154446
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU
U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES TRUST 2007-1 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, Plaintiff, Against
KAREN JONES A/K/A
KAREN B. JONES A/K/A
KAREN B. LICHTENSTIEN, ET AL, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 03/24/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on 8/12/2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 769 Van Buren Avenue, East Meadow, New York 11554, and described as follows:
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU MCLP ASSET COMPANY, INC., Plaintiff AGAINST RICHARD ORTIZ, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 16, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 7 Mockingbird Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, near Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 172, Lot 0048. Approximate amount of judgment $585,728.31 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604115/2018. Ralph J.
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Flagstar Bank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Kelvin Puello a/k/a Kelvin R. Puello, Wendy Puello, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 5, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 518 Benine Road, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Westbury, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 10, Block: 325, Lot: 6. Approximate amount of judgment $715,871.39 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602386/2020. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Wayne Wink, Esq., R eferee Frenkel Lambert Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-093408-F00 86078 154440
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-9, Plaintiff AGAINST PATRICIA FREUDENBERG, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 23, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 1733 Andrea Road,
Hempstead Town celebrated Juneteenth on June 18, 2025, at Town Hall, marking the 160th anniversary of the holiday that commemorates the arrival of Union soldiers in Texas and the end of slavery.The annual event was hosted by town officials, including Supervisor Don Clavin and Councilwoman Laura Ryder. Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby, who typically organizes the celebration, was unable to attend due to illness.
East Meadow, NY 11554. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at East Meadow, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 50 Block: 556 Lot: 1. Approximate amount of judgment $627,019.68 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #615071/2018. Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee Tromberg, Morris & Partners, PLLC 39 Broadway, Suite 1250 New York, NY 10006 25-000683 85678 154448
LEGAL NOTICE
SUMMONS Supreme Court of New York, Nassau County. GITSIT SOLUTIONS LLC, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SEPARATE TRUSTEE OF GITSIT MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST BBPLC1, Plaintiff, -againstUNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN B. MARINO A/K/A
MARION B. MARINO; DENISE P. MARINO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN B. MARINO A/K/A MARION B. MARINO; NEIL JOSEPH MARINO A/K/A NEIL
JOSEPH MARINO, JR., AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN B.
MARINO A/K/A
MARION B. MARINO; MADELINE K. MARINO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN B. MARINO A/K/A
MARION B. MARINO; MARYANN M. RAZZANO A/K/A
MARYANN MARINO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN B. MARINO A/K/A
MARION B. MARINO; PETER J. MARINO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN B. MARINO A/K/A MARION B. MARINO; MARIETTE E. MARINO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN B. MARINO A/K/A
MARION B. MARINO; MASSIMO GALLONE; PARKER JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE AND REHABILITATION; NEW YORK STATE
DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (EASTERN DISTRICT) O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; “JOHN DOE” AND “JANE DOE” said names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants of the mortgaged premises to be foreclosed herein, Defendants Index No. 601775/2025. Mortgaged Premises: 2228 1st Street East Meadow, NY 11554
Section: 50 Block: 213
Lots: 10, 11, 12, and 13 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above captioned action and to serve a copy of your Answer 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 completion of service where service is made in any other manner 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 hereof. 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 OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECTIVE of the above captioned action is to foreclose on a reverse mortgage to secure $$600,000.00 and interest, recorded in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office on November 2, 2011, in Liber Book M 36531, on Page 439, Control Number 2608, covering the premises known as 2228 1st Street, East Meadow, NY 11554. The relief sought herein is a final judgment directing sale of the premises described
above to satisfy the debt secured by the mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is located. 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 your mortgage company will not stop this 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. FRIEDMAN VARTOLO, LLP 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160 Garden City, NY 11530, Attorneys for Plaintiff. 154486
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Though it could be weeks and months before there can be an accurate determination of the full extent of the impact of the United States’ bombing attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities, I strongly support President Trump’s decision to order those attacks.
While I certainly understand and appreciate that good Americans have honest differences with the president’s decision, I have no patience with the almost instantaneous knee-jerk opposition to the attacks from Democrats and many in the media, followed by the attempts to diminish the impact of the strikes based on preliminary findings of a leaked government report that had a low level of confidence. It was almost as if these political and media elements were rooting against the United States in our struggle against Iranian state terrorism.
There has to be a return to more bipartisan support for foreign policy that would at least give the commander in chief an early benefit of the doubt when decisions are made. I say this as an American rather than as a Republican.
During the years I was in Congress, I saw both major political parties rush to partisan judgments against presidential foreign policy actions. In the early 1990s, for instance, war raged in the Balkans following the dismemberment of Yugoslavia resulting from the collapse of the Iron Curtain, with Serbia being the aggressor in Bosnia and also against neighboring Kosovo.
While this had no direct impact on the United States, it was the first war in Europe since the end of World War II, and it threatened to spread, and unravel the fragile stability of other former Soviet bloc nations. I remember, as a member of the International Relations Committee, hearing one European diplomat after another tell us that military action against Serbia would only lead to a massive land war that could last for years.
repeated itself in Kosovo less than four years later, when American air power defeated Serb aggression in less than a month and secured a still-lasting independence for Kosovo, despite strong Republican opposition.
These victories over aggression brought stability not only to the lives of people in Bosnia and Kosovo, but also to the continent of Europe in the post-Soviet world. This has become particularly important in the face of resurgent Russian aggression and expansion.
i have no patience with the almost instantaneous knee-jerk opposition.
Finally, President Bill Clinton decided he’d had enough, and ordered air strikes against the Serbian forces. Republicans in Congress railed against him. I was one of only a handful of Republicans who stood with the president. The war that was supposed to last for years ended in just over a week, leading to an agreement that has lasted all these years since. This scenario
Congressional Democrats demonstrated their own stubborn partisanship and hypocrisy when President Barack Obama ordered air strikes against Libya and its leader, Muammar el-Qaddafi, which led to regime change, and then authorized deadly drone missile attacks in Yemen that killed many al Qaeda terrorists, including American citizen Anwar alAwlaki. Democrats now railing against Trump for allegedly violating the Constitution and not seeking prior congressional approval were uniformly silent in the face of these similar actions by Obama, which I supported.
My main point is not that all presidential foreign policy decisions are correct, but that they shouldn’t be met with blind partisanship. Today’s world
new York City has been the site of countless events that have shaken its residents, now numbering 8 million. It endured the Mad Bomber of the 1940s and ’50s, the Son of Sam murders in the ’70s, the tragedy of Sept. 11, the coronavirus health scare, and as many other happenings as you can think of.
On Primary Day, June 24, a majority of voters chose Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, as their potential mayor, and once again the city has been shaken to its roots.
Never in my lifetime have I been asked so many questions about a political result, because this one has created a stir of a magnitude that I’ve never experienced. How could voters elect a Muslim socialist to the highest office in the Big Apple? Many said they didn’t understand the ranked-choice voting process, which
they thought was crazy. Whether you agree or not with the process and/or the result, come November, the likely result will be that a political novice will be put in charge of running one of the most important cities in the world.
iThe head-splitting ranked-choice voting system came into being in New York City in 2019, when a proposition was placed on the ballot. In 2021, the system was officially in effect, and it helped Mayor Eric Adams get elected to his first term. It allows voters to choose multiple candidates and to pair them with other candidates. This year, there is no doubt that Mamdani was the beneficiary of this confusing system. With Adams having declared that he would run as an independent and therefore would not take part in the primary, the contest was wide open.
’ve never been asked so many questions about the results of an election.
you can imagine. Cuomo ran a so-called “Rose Garden” campaign, resting on his laurels as a former governor with universal name recognition. Mamdani, in contrast, ran a picture-perfect populist campaign, with thousands of volunteers ringing doorbells across the city and sophisticated phone banks making calls night after night. Cuomo was overwhelmed.
often requires quick decisions to forestall terrorist attacks or, in the case of Iran, not give the mullahs the advance notice of our intention to attack, which would necessarily result from a public debate. Even behind-the-scenes consultation with Democrats could well have led to damaging leaks and disclosure. Iran is the world’s leading supporter of state terrorism, and was within reach of creating nuclear weapons. While there could be debate as to how close that date was, it was reasonable for Trump to resolve the doubts in favor of potentially striking too soon rather than too late. Whether or not the attacks resulted in the destruction of all of Iran’s nuclear facilities, there can be no doubt that its nuclear program has been at least significantly delayed and weakened.
This strong action was good for the region and the world. It also sent a strong message of deterrence to China against attacking Taiwan, and undid much of the damage caused by our disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan.
These are dangerous times that call for intelligent thought and debate, not partisan buzzwords more suited to campaign fundraising. Let that debate begin.
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
As we approached the primary, it appeared that only two candidates, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Mamdani, had any momentum. Cuomo and Mamdani are complete opposites in any way
The results spoke for themselves, with Mamdani declared the winner by a wide margin. At this point, Adams is still in the race, and there are rumors that he is also trying to secure the Republican nomination if he can persuade Curtis Sliwa to drop out. Cuomo may or may not run on his own independent line. And there is no doubt that the voters who couldn’t vote in the primary are itching to go to the polls in November to stop Mamdani from becoming the next mayor.
The political dilemma that voters face all goes back to the city’s opting for to the ranked-choice system. It is used in elections in such diverse places as Min-
nesota and Alaska, and efforts are being made by so-called “good government groups” to get other cities and states to embrace the concept. There is no doubt that the ranked-choice process gave Mamdani the advantage in the primary.
Assuming he wins in November, the big question is whether he can govern a city that has such burdensome issues. He has served in the State Assembly for four years, but he has no other governmental experience. He is very articulate, but you can’t run the biggest city in the country with well-chosen words alone. If I were one of his advisers, I’d suggest he buy a ticket to London and meet the Muslim mayor, Sadiq Khan. Mamdani might get some good advice.
For anyone who is contemplating running for public office, the city primary results offer lots of clues about how to win — and lose — an election. And the best advice I can give is don’t run in an election that uses the ranked-choice voting system.
Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. Comments about this column? jkremer@ liherald.com.
looking for a way to have fun and go easy on the wallet? You don’t have to get on a plane or even leave Long Island, because the Island is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse parks in New York state, several of them right in Herald readers’ backyard.
Whether you prefer soaking up the sun on a sandy shoreline, hiking scenic trails or simply enjoying the quiet majesty of nature, Long Island’s state parks offer something for everyone. And with gas prices fluctuating and many vacation budgets tighter than ever, there’s never been a better time to take advantage of these low-cost, high-reward outdoor escapes.
One of the Island’s crown jewels is Jones Beach State Park. Renowned for its miles of beaches, it’s a summer favorite for swimming, sunbathing, volleyball and concerts. Its iconic boardwalk, historic bathhouses and new adventure course offer fun for visitors of all ages. And if you’re a cyclist or runner, the paved paths stretching from Wantagh to Captree State Park are a beautiful setting for a workout.
Just to the east is Robert Moses State Park, a more laid-back but equally scenic destination. With smaller crowds and a calmer vibe, it’s a go-to for families, surfers and birdwatchers. Take a stroll to the Fire Island Lighthouse or
visit Field 5 for easy access to Fire Island’s quaint communities and preserved shorelines.
Closer to Nassau County’s South Shore communities are Hempstead Lake State Park, in West Hempstead, and Valley Stream State Park. Hempstead Lake features an observation deck overlooking the lake, 18 tennis courts, six pickleball courts, basketball courts, a softball field, biking and hiking trails, a children’s playground and a shaded picnic area.
Valley Stream’s picnic groves and wooded trails offer a slice of wilderness along with children’s play areas; horseshoe, volleyball and basketball courts; ball fields and nature trails. Kids can explore a variety of habitats on the Squirrel Nut and Hickory Nut trails.
And don’t overlook Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, in Lloyd Harbor on the North Shore. This former estate now has miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, cycling and nature study, all set against a backdrop of rolling meadows and Long Island Sound bluffs. It’s a quiet, reflective place, ideal for slowing down and reconnecting with nature.
Not far over the Suffolk County line, Belmont Lake State Park, in North Babylon, offers boat rentals, fishing spots, shaded picnic areas and wide-open spaces. It’s ideal for a day trip with the kids or a peaceful walk with the dog. Fitness enthusiasts can run or bike around the
This summer’s already a scorcher — prepare for more extreme heat
To the Editor:
As we welcome summer, we also prepare for the challenges that come with it — especially the extreme heat expected in the weeks ahead. Temperatures have already soared beyond 90 degrees, and some areas have seen temperatures over 100.
PSEG Long Island is ready. We work all year round, upgrading infrastructure and preparing our teams to deliver reliable, safe electric service throughout the hottest months. While we plan in advance to have the electrical capacity to meet peak demand on the hottest days, we want to make sure you know what to do, too. When temperatures climb, it’s important to take steps to stay cool and avoid heat-related illnesses. Make use of air-conditioned spaces when needed, stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, and wear light-colored clothing. Check in on the most vulnerable people in your community, such as elderly relatives, friends, neighbors. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest parts of the day, and never leave children or pets in vehicles.
For more tips on safety during extreme weather, including information about local heating and cooling centers, go to psegliny.com/SafetyAndReliability/ stormsafety/ExtremeWeather.
lake’s perimeter, while others can simply enjoy the serenity of the water.
Another hidden gem is Heckscher State Park, in East Islip, which boasts fields, trails and a bayfront perfect for kayaking or boardsailing. Known for its deer population and lush woodlands, Heckscher feels a world away — though it, too, is just a short drive.
Sunken Meadow State Park, in Kings Park, offers inspiring views of the Long Island Sound and a broad boardwalk with fitness stations along the way. Its trail network weaves through wooded hills and salt marshes, and it features a popular golf course as well. It’s a rare spot where land and water adventures blend seamlessly.
Day passes to most state parks are just $8 to $10 per vehicle, and the Empire Pass offers unlimited entry to all state parks for just $80 a year. It’s a small price for such a big return of memorable experiences.
So instead of scrolling through vacation deals or lamenting how expensive everything seems this summer, grab your sunscreen, sneakers or camera and explore the natural wonders that Long Island has to offer. Adventure doesn’t have to mean something far from home. Let’s revel in the beauty around us, so much of which is just a few exits away.
For more about the parks, go to Parks. ny.gov.
High demand during heat waves can occasionally result in scattered outages. We encourage customers to download the PSEG Long Island mobile app, follow our social media pages and bookmark psegliny.com. You can report outages through all of those channels. Outages can also be reported by texting OUT to PSEGLI (773454) or
calling (800) 490-0075.
Extreme heat can also mean higher electricity usage. Smart energy practices can make a real difference. Set your thermostat higher when away, use programmable or smart thermostats to optimize cooling during peak hours, and run major appliances early in the day or late at night. Replace dirty air
Let’s face it, the cost of living isn’t cheap. Whether you’re buying groceries, paying rent or juggling child care, it can feel like your paycheck is stretched to the limit every week. But Gov. Kathy Hochul is committed to improving the quality of life for the more than 20 million residents of New York state. She fought for and delivered a state budget that puts you first and makes New York a more affordable and livable state.
We call it the Affordability Agenda, and here’s what it means for you — more money in your pocket, less stress on your wallet and real investments in your future. We know that too many families across the state are struggling to make ends meet. As the federal government continues to play with reckless and unauthorized tariffs that have burdened businesses with skyrocketing costs that have been passed along to consumers, the governor’s Affordability Agenda is centered on making life easier for New Yorkers. As secretary of state, I travel all over New York. I talk to local leaders and residents from the North Country to Long
Island, from Syracuse to Buffalo, from Mid-Hudson to New York City and many communities in between, and they all tell me the same thing: “We need help.”
Prices are up, inflation continues, and Washington’s economic policies are making things worse. But we’re not waiting around. We’re taking action. That’s our job.
The Affordability Agenda, recently passed through the state budget, delivers victories on issues that working families care about most. Hochul fought for real relief, especially for middle- and lowincome New Yorkers who try every day to make ends meet for their families.
But what does all this mean for you?
H■ Safer and more affordable child care through big investments that help both parents and providers.
■ High-speed internet access for lowincome households for $15 per month, helping close the digital divide.
■ STAR rebates totaling $2.5 billion, to provide relief to homeowners.
ere are some details of the governor’s Affordability Agenda.
Here’s just some of the relief coming your way:
■ Inflation refund checks of up to $400, putting money in the pockets of over 8 million New York households.
■ Lower middle-class taxes, with $1 billion annually in tax relief for 8.3 million families.
■ An expanded child tax credit that provides up to $1,000 per child to 1.6 million families, which since 2023 has included children under 4.
■ Free school meals for more than 2.7 million students.
filters regularly, seal leaks around doors and windows, and consider switching to Energy Star appliances when upgrading.
Simple actions — like using ceiling fans, drawing window shades during the day, or charging electric vehicles overnight — can reduce strain on the grid and help you save money.
Thank you for being part of our community. We’re here for you every day, and especially when it matters most.
LARRY
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Senior director of emergency preparedness, PSEG Long Island
To the Editor:
June kept our successful meeting streak intact. Long Island Advancement of Small Business’s three speakers — Joseph Horowitz, David Faverio and Robert Tockarshewsky — filled attendees in on cybersecurity and safety in your IT operations. We continue to hold successful meetings with good attendance, at which members and non-members are developing relationships.
The education provided is useful the minute you return to your office. To our members and
■ The most consequential statewide housing plan in decades, so families have access to affordable housing. It protects homeowners and renters throughout our state.
■ Added jobs, and tuition assistance, education funding and public transit investments boosted to the highest levels in history so families have the best opportunities for success.
And we’re not stopping there, because New York needs to be the most business-friendly and worker-friendly state in the nation.
The governor’s economic development and workforce plans include new access to low-interest capital for small businesses, free community college for adults pursuing degrees in highdemand fields, enhancement of the performance-based Excelsior Jobs Tax Credit with a new tier for semiconductor supply chain companies, and pro-
other attendees, I would recommend that you continue to attend for more valuable information, and if you haven’t attended, come check us out.
on Wednesday, we were scheduled to discuss automating your business. After taking August off, we will continue our breakfast meetings on Sept. 10, focusing on the “Big Beautiful Bill” and sales tax tips for small businesses. The speakers have not yet been confirmed.
Unlike other business groups, we offer more than shaking hands and exchanging business cards. We teach you how to do better business, in a very profitable and sustaining way. So far we have covered legal issues, financing, AI, personal development and cybersecurity. Learn while making lasting relationships with our board, members and attendees.
If you’re asking, “Am I a small business?” the answer is most likely yes. We don’t define your business by statistics or numbers; it’s merely your impression of your business. Join us and learn more about running and protecting it.
We are also looking for sponsors and speakers for our organization, for breakfasts and special events. Please check out the opportunities available on our website, liasb.com. I hope to see you on Sept. 10.
MARC P. PALKER President, Long Island Advancement of Small Business
tecting workers from wage theft.
Right now there are over 400,000 jobs available in the state. At the same time, over 4 million adults ages 25 to 55 don’t have a college degree or credential, which is often the key to finding betterpaying jobs.
So here’s what we’re going to do. The state is going to pay for community college for those ages 25 to 55 who are studying in-demand fields like health care, education and technology. Because we know the cost is often the barrier. If you’re working for minimum wage, trying to pay for child care and cover the cost of community college to lift yourself up, it doesn’t add up. With this plan, you won’t have to choose.
And we’re investing big in our small businesses and downtowns. The Affordability Agenda works hand in hand with the successful economic development programs we already have in New York, like the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and the NY Forward program, to boost local businesses, improve housing and create places where people want to live, work and play.
We are rewriting the New York story so working families don’t just survive, they thrive. We are fighting for the working people and families in our state, and to make life more affordable for everyone.
Walter T. Mosley is New York’s secretary of state.
“It’s as though I’m stepping from razor blade to razor blade.”
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“It feels like my feet are under attack by fire ants.”
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“Like I’m walking on wet paint with rolled up socks.”
And you’re in this kind of pain all the time.
“It’s relentless, keeping you up at night and preventing you from doing even the most mundane tasks. Things that I used to take for granted, like wearing shoes and going grocery shopping. Two of my three children were getting married last year and I wasn’t even sure I was going to be able to attend their weddings,” shares Rose W.
Rose was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy in 2015, a degenerative condition affecting almost 5% of people over the age of 55.
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“My doctor sat me down and said, ‘Rose I’m so sorry to tell you this, but you have peripheral neuropathy. I’m going to prescribe you gabapentin to manage the discomfort but overall, neuropathy is untreatable.’
My first thought was, ‘we can cure cancer but you can’t stop my feet from hurting?’ It felt like a cruel joke.”
and prevented her from driving. Fortunately for Rose, she came across an article in the local newspaper featuring Jae Won Kim L.Ac and his innovative approach to treating peripheral neuropathy. I thought it had to be a sham. After so many specialists told me there was no hope, here was this acupuncturist in the article claiming a 90% success rate in treating neuropathy! I just had to call, and I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am that I did.”
While neuropathy can be caused by a number of things including diabetes and chemotherapy, over 23% of neuropathy cases are classified as idiopathic. In layman’s terms, the cause is unknown.
This was the case with Rose. “Basically every question I had was met with an ‘I don’t know.’ It was depressing to say the least. “
Eventually, Rose was forced to quit her job because the numbness had started to set in
“At first, hope. hope.”
Almost all of my neuropathy patients have been told there is no hope. I like to think I specialize in offering hope, says Jae Won Kim, founder of Westbury Acupuncture.
Jae Won Kim, founder of Westbury Acupuncture, says that cases like Rose’s are incredibly common. “Almost all of my neuropathy patients have been told at one point or another that there is no
I like to think I specialize in offering
these personalized treatment programs that we’re seeing such incredible results!”
Four months after treatment, Rose is back at work and thriving. “Being back at work isn’t even the most exciting part,” exclaims Rose. “Not only was I able to attend my son’s wedding, but I could walk down the aisle! It was the most magical moment and I have Jae Won to thank for it. To think, I might’ve missed that.” Rose held back tears.
If you or someone you love is suffering with chronic pain that presents as burning, tingling, or ‘pins and needles,’ or you’ve recently been diagnosed with Peripheral Neuropathy, it’s important to know that there are options.
“There is hope”
Call (516) 500-8281 to schedule an initial consultation or visit Westbury Acupuncture.com to read more incredible success stories.
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To quote the New York Times, “Chinese medicine proves itself where Western medicine fails.”
“Acupuncture has been treating complicated, chronic conditions like neuropathy for thousands of years,” shares Jae Won. “I start with a foundation based on this time-tested science and my clinical experience. I then tailor treatments based on a number of factors including the severity of your neuropathy, how long you’ve had it, whether or not there are any underlying factors, things of that nature. It’s because of
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