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The LIRR strike is averted after a deal with the MTA

By HAIlEY FUlMER & BRIAN KAcHARABA of the Herald

The three-day Long Island Rail Road strike ended late Monday after five unions and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority reached a tentative agreement following several days of negotiations, officials announced at an evening news conference.

The strike had forced many Elmont and Franklin Square commuters to rethink how they get to and from their jobs, with residents scrambling to weigh remote work, carpooling and other alternatives.

Elmont commuter Mickhelia JasminBearmon, who commutes to Manhattan, said

the shutdown created uncertainty and stress, and complicated her plans for the week.

Before the strike ended, William Miller, of Franklin Square, a paramedic who works in Manhattan, was commuting to work Monday afternoon when he spoke with the Herald. Miller said he noticed changes in traffic patterns. “It’s always bad on the Cross Island Expressway, but it’s even worse now,” he said. “More people are on the road, and there are nervous drivers and drivers that brake-check.”

After the strike ended, Miller said he was looking forward to more normal traffic patCoNTINuEd oN pagE 6

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District budgets win approval

By HAIlEY FUlMER hfulmer@liherald.com

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Residents in Franklin Square and Elmont headed to the polls Tuesday to vote on school district budgets and select candidates for school board positions. Both districts approved their proposed spending plans for the upcoming school year.

The proposed district budget for the Franklin Square Union Free School District focused on maintaining student programs, supporting curriculum and instruction, and ensuring long-term financial stability.

The proposed $54 million budget passed Tuesday night, with 878 voting yes and 266 voting no.

Patrick Amato, running unopposed, was elected to a Franklin Square School District board seat with 763 votes.

A$118.7 million budget for the 2026-27 school year, with 878 voting yes and 266 voting no. The budget maintains educational programs and supports district operations.

Incumbent Angel Ramos was elected with 694 votes, while Tiffany Capers, an incumbent running unopposed, was re-elected with 906 votes. Voters in the Sewanhaka Central High School District approved a proposed $278 million budget, with 2,462 voting yes and 1,019 voting no.

passed budget ensures the maintenance or expansion of programs, while a failed budget typically results in service reductions.

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Franklin Square School District Trustee

Voters in the Elmont Union Free School District on Tuesday night approved a proposed

Anna McCombs, a current Franklin Square school board member, said in a statement regarding the district’s annual budget vote: “Every vote is powerful as it directly affects local property taxes, staffing levels, class sizes, special education resources and extracurricular activities. A passed budget ensures the maintenance or expansion of programs, while a failed budget typically results in service reductions.”

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The Elmont Long Island Rail Road station opened in November 2021, and has served as a major transportation hub for commuters

Busch to lead Elmont Memorial Day Parade

By HAILEY FULMER hfulmer@liherald.com

Vietnam War veteran Peter Busch will serve as grand marshal of the Elmont American Legion Post 1033 Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25, an honor he said represents both personal recognition and a broader tribute to service members.

Busch, 78, a U.S. Air Force veteran who served from 1968 to 1972 and spent 27 months in Southeast Asia, said being selected by members of American Legion Post 1033 was deeply meaningful.

“To be selected in the first place was an honor for me,” Busch said, noting that the nomination came through fellow veterans and community leaders involved with the post. “Everybody helps out, does what they can do, but once in a while somebody stands out a little bit.”

Busch was born in Elmhurst, Queens, and moved to Elmont at age 7 in 1955. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1968 shortly before turning 20 and later trained as a metals processing specialist, working with aircraft materials and mechanical systems during a period of heightened military demand.

He said his time in service shaped his outlook and remains central to how he views community events like the Memorial Day parade, which he sees as an opportunity to pass history and experience to younger generations.

During the parade, Busch will lead participants beginning with lineup at 9:30 a.m. at Sewanhaka High School. The procession is scheduled to step off at 10 a.m. and proceed through Elmont before concluding near the community gathering site.

The annual parade brings together veterans, students, civic organizations and families to honor U.S.

service members who died in military service. Busch said the observance serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made across generations of service.

“I’m happy to be alive for the 250th,” he said, referring to the national milestone being recognized in some commemorations. “This only comes around once

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in a while.”

Busch added that the grand marshal role is less about individual recognition and more about representing all veterans in the community who served during wartime and in peacetime.

Busch was selected for his long-standing involvement in the community and continued connection to the post. Ralph Esposito of the Nassau County Veterans Service Agency said the recognition reflects the importance of honoring living veterans during Memorial Day observances while also remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The agency works with Nassau County veterans and their families to connect them with federal, state, and local benefits, including healthcare access, disability claims assistance, housing support, and other services aimed at improving quality of life.

Following the parade, refreshments will be served at the American Legion post at 60 Hill Avenue, where participants and residents traditionally gather after the march for reflection and fellowship.

The parade route will feature local school groups, youth organizations and veterans’ contingents representing multiple eras of service, continuing a tradition that organizers say strengthens community ties through shared remembrance.

Memorial Day is observed nationwide to honor U.S. military personnel who died in service. In Elmont, the parade remains both a remembrance and a civic tradition, drawing residents together in recognition of sacrifice and service.

Busch said he views the honor to represent all veterans in the post and surrounding community rather than himself.

“I am honored to represent the veterans in our post and our community,” he said.

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Chosen as the Grand Marshall for the 2026 Elmont American Legion Post 1033 Memorial Day parade, Peter Busch is a Legion rider and an Elmont Post member.

Restaurant Depot deal raises cost concerns

By HAILEY FULMER hfulmer@liherald.com

A proposed merger between food distribution giant Sysco and Restaurant Depot has sparked concerns among local restaurant owners and elected officials, who fear the deal could reduce competition and increase costs for small businesses already facing economic uncertainty.

New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission last month calling for a review of the proposed merger, arguing that independent restaurants could be disproportionately affected if competition decreases.

Solages said she has heard concerns from restaurant owners who rely on Restaurant Depot because of its pricing structure and flexibility.

“It’s no mystery right now. It’s easy to talk about how inflation is impacting the bottom lines of not only households, but businesses,” Solages said. “And you know this, this news of this merger is very concerning, because we want to make sure that we’re protecting competition and protecting small businesses.”

She said Restaurant Depot serves a unique purpose for many smaller businesses because owners can purchase products in smaller quantities and avoid delivery fees or minimum orders.

“Restaurant depot plays a unique role. It’s not just about another supplier, it’s often the only flexible, low barrier option for these small operators,” Solages said. “And at a time when restaurants are already facing rising costs, this consolidation is concerning, because it could make things worse.”

Solages said she believes smaller businesses and independently owned restaurants could feel the greatest impact if the merger proceeds.

“I think small businesses are small restaurants will be hit the hardest because they don’t really have an option,” she said. “It’s not like, you know, a conglomerate or a franchise.”

According to Solages, Sysco representatives contacted her after she raised concerns and assured her they intended to preserve Restaurant Depot’s current business model.

“I’ve seen this before,” Solages said. “If you think about like Home Depot and Walmart, they come into communities, they lower prices, they offer more hours, and then when they destroy the competition, all of a sudden prices raise, and there is no recourse.”

She said she supports a closer review by federal regulators.

Solages said she wants a thorough investigation, noting there are still many unanswered questions. She said the agency has the authority to address

those concerns and should prioritize consumers and small businesses.

Restaurant owners have also expressed concerns over what a larger market share could mean for suppliers and prices.

Giannis Metekidis, owner of Greek Brothers in Franklin Square and Manhasset, said while his business does not rely heavily on Restaurant Depot, market shifts could still affect smaller operators.

“If they buy like restaurant depot, a lot of businesses are buying from restaurant depot,” Metekidis said. “And those are the, you know, the more the more lower end prices.”

Metekidis said larger chains and franchises may be better positioned to absorb changes.

“I don’t think it’s gonna affect in any way the big, large, like scale businesses,” he said. “What it’s gonna affect is if the market the model, but restaurant people use it right now, if they will keep using the same or they’re gonna change their prices, push prices a little higher.”

Though Greek Brothers imports many ingredients directly from Greece, Metekidis said pricing trends can spread across the industry.

Metekidis said his restaurant has avoided increasing prices over the past two years despite economic pressures.

“We still haven’t changed the pricing for the last two years. We’re proud, very proud, to say that,” he said.

“Even if, the thing is that even if, like, we might not be buying from them, but if, let’s say they raise prices on certain items because they have a 50% of the market share,” Metekidis said. “They’re gonna follow the market.”

Solages honors Glaudin Scholarship winners

Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages joined the community at the Grandbois Youth Empowerment Mission Gala on Saturday, April 12, to congratulate Seraphina Scott, of Brooklyn, Gaelle Alcindor, of New York, and Aaron Bailey, of Queens Village, for earning the Kevin Simon Glaudin Memorial Scholarship.

The scholarship is awarded to pre-law and law school students in honor of Kevin Simon Glaudin, who battled a brain tumor while earning his law degree from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law. He died in 2023 at age 26. Since its inception, the organization has awarded tens of thousands of dollars in scholarships.

The annual gala brought together community members, educators and supporters to celebrate student achievement and recognize the importance of investing in future leaders. Organizers said the scholarship program aims to support aspiring legal professionals while preserving Glaudin’s legacy of perseverance, academic dedication and service.

“In just 26 years, Kevin Simon Glaudin achieved so many of his dreams, and his example is a true inspiration to us all as we battle to overcome the challenges that life throws into our paths,” Solages said. “Thank you to Dr. Maragrett Alexandre and everyone at the Grandbois program for illuminating Kevin’s legacy through this program – and to all of our honorees, I wish you tremendous success in your studies and your future law careers!”

–Hailey Fulmer

Courtesy Office Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages Michaelle Solages discusses concerns over a proposed Sysco–Restaurant Depot merger.

Office Legislator Carrié Solages

Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages joins Seraphina Scott, Gaelle Alcindor and Aaron Bailey at the Grandbois Youth Empowerment Mission Gala, where they were honored with the Kevin Simon Glaudin Memorial Scholarship.

An Elmont student wins youth pitch prize

A local student earned top recognition and a cash prize at a regional entrepreneurship competition last month for a pitch focused on expanding access to technology in underserved communities.

Selene Ferdinand, a middle school student at Elmont Memorial High School, represented Meera Empowerment Inc. at the 2026 Youthpreneur Summit held April 25 at York College, where she was awarded $1,000 for her business presentation.

Competing against young innovators from across the region, Ferdinand pre-

sented a proposal centered on using technology to bridge educational and economic gaps in developing countries. Her pitch emphasized expanding access to digital tools, learning platforms and resources aimed at improving long-term opportunities for children and communities in underserved areas.

Ferdinand said her goal was to highlight how technology can serve as a pathway to education and empowerment, particularly for students who lack access to modern learning infrastructure.

Her achievement reflects her involve-

ment with Meera Empowerment Inc., a nonprofit organization that works to develop leadership, communication and critical thinking skills in young people. Through the program, she has participated in training designed to build public speaking confidence, creativity and responsibility.

Supporters of Meera said Ferdinand’s success illustrates the impact of youth mentorship and encouragement, saying that Selene’s success is a true example of what happens when young people are encouraged to dream big and use their voices to create positive change. Additionally, she continues to demonstrate that children are never too young to make a difference.

Ferdinand’s recognition marks a milestone for both her school community and Meera Empowerment Inc., highlighting growing youth participation in leadership and social impact initiatives across the region.

She originally launched her nonprofit, Meera Empowerment, when she was 8 years old. Named after her middle name, Meera, the foundation is focused on encouraging young people to get involved in service and give back to their communities.

The Youthpreneur Summit provides a platform for students to present ideas, receive feedback and gain experience in entrepreneurship and innovation.

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“Joyspan”

by Dr. Kerry Burnight

Subtitled “The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half”, this book reﬂects the natural progression of our desire to increase our lifespan (the number of our years), to increasing our healthspan (the number of our healthy years), to increasing our joyspan (the number of our joyful years). The author deﬁnes joy as an inner feeling of well-being or contentment, as opposed to happiness, which comes and goes, often according to external circumstances.

Burnight writes, “To thrive in old age means to live a fulﬁlling, purposeful, and satisfying life despite the challenges of aging. It involves maximizing physical health, cognitive function, emotional well-being, social connections, and a sense of meaning. Thriving doesn’t mean being free of all health problems or challenges, rather, it emphasizes resilience, adaptability, and the ability to ﬁnd joy and value in life.”

Research shows that those who thrive late in life:

Grow: They continue to explore and expand

Connect: They put time into new and existing relationships

Adapt: They adjust to changing and challenging circumstances

Give: They share themselves

As a Professor of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Dr. Burnight was struck by the radical difference in how people experienced their own aging process. “For some it is a frustrating, degrading, painful trajectory of ever-increasing decline. For others, there is visible delight, spirituality, and joy in occupying their eighth, ninth, and tenth decades.”

The thieves of joy are (1) comparison with others (2) frustration with health and mobility limitations (3) feeling like you are a burden (4) feeling heartbroken over the loss of a loved one, and (5) feeling defeated as if your best days are behind you. Nevertheless, she says, “Like the sun, joy is always there. But when it’s hidden by clouds, we mistakenly say it’s gone. Joy is resilient and can break through the clouds because it’s an innate part of the human experience.”

“One might say that following this doctor’s prescription will increase your “joyspan” and decrease your “oyspan”!

In 2023, Selene was crowned National American Miss New York Preteen for 2023–24. Now 13, the Elmont resident continues her outreach work beyond her local community, expanding her efforts to support and inspire youth in other areas as well.

–Hailey Fulmer

For years, Selene Ferdinand, 13, has expanded outreach efforts beyond her Elmont community through her nonprofit, Meera Empowerment, an organization dedicated to inspiring young individuals to give back to their communities.

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Legislator Carrie Solages attends the Haitian American Alliance of New York’s 30th anniversary celebration held at Nassau Community College, where community leaders gathered for a seminar focused on civic engagement and empowerment.

HAANY celebrates a 30 year milestone

Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages joined the Haitian American Alliance of New York at Nassau Community College on Saturday, May 2, as the organization celebrated its 30th anniversary. As part of a weekend of events, Solages joined HAANY for its fifth annual Building Bridges and Empowerment seminar, where he participated in a forum sponsored by The Haitian Times.

Solages joins Haitian Flag Day parade

Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages proudly joined the Elmont Cultural Center for its annual Haitian Flag Day parade and celebration on Saturday, May 16. The event spotlighted Haitian culture, music, art, history and community through live performances, Rara music, a cultural fashion show, concerts, entertainment, vendors and additional programming.

The celebration drew community members from across Nassau County and highlighted the continued contributions of the Haitian diaspora in the region. Organizers said the annual event is designed to celebrate Haitian heritage while promoting unity, cultural pride and civic engagement among residents of all backgrounds.

“For three decades, HAANY has done incredible work to empower Haitian Americans, promote civic engagement, and build alliances that uplift the entire diaspora,” Solages said. “As the first Haitian American to be elected to the Nassau County Legislature, I am especially grateful for their commitment to a better tomorrow and advocacy for initiatives that bolster education and health programs around the world.”

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“This weekend, the rich cultural tapestry of the Haitian diaspora was on full and resplendent display in the streets of Elmont, and it shined a bright light upon the daily artistic, economic and public service contributions made by Haitians in America,” Solages said. “As the first Haitian American

elected to the Nassau Legislature, I am thankful to Mimi Pierre Johnson, the Elmont Cultural Center, and all of the sponsors who made this event possible, and we continue to pray for an end to gang violence and a return to law, order, and stability for our beloved capital of Port-au-Prince.”

–Hailey Fulmer

Courtesy Office of Legislator Carrié Solages

Courtesy Office of Legislator Carrié Solages Nassau County Legislator Carrie Solages joins community members at the Elmont Cultural Center’s annual Haitian Flag Day celebration on Saturday,

16, highlighting Haitian culture.

LIRR service restored for local commuters

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Assemblywoman Michaelle. Solages said Monday night that she was grateful that the strike had come to an end, and praised both sides for remaining at the negotiating table and reaching an agreement that restored service and prevented further disruptions across the region. She also thanked riders for their patience, and commended LIRR employees for their continued work.

Union and MTA representatives announced the deal after negotiations resumed on Monday afternoon and continued into the night. “We have good news tonight,” Kevin Sexton, vice president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen and the spokesman for the Long Island Railroad Bargaining Coalition, said. “We’re pleased to announce that the parties have reached an agreement.”

Sexton said that details of the agreement would not be released immediately, citing the need for member review ahead of ratification votes. However, public radio station WYNC reported that the four-year deal includes retroactive pay and expires in July 2027.

“Due to the nature of the negotiations, we cannot discuss the specifics,” he said. “What I can say is we are looking forward to our members getting back to work and doing what they do best, which is serving the region.”

He added that any premature disclosure of details could complicate ratification.

“We don’t want to fail ratification,” Sexton said. “If they get part of this story through the media, it may impact their decision.”

The agreement is subject to a 30-day period in which union members will review and vote on the tentative deal before it becomes official.

Sexton said that tension had escalated late in the negotiations on Friday night, when the MTA introduced proposed health care contributions for newly hired employees, an issue he said had not previously been part of bargaining discussions.

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Gov. Kathy Hochul said the agreement was reached after continued bargaining focused on balancing worker pay with affordability for commuters and taxpayers.

“I’m truly pleased to share that the five Long Island Rail Road unions and the MTA were able to come together and

reach a fair deal this evening,” Hochul said. “The contract achieved two principles: protecting affordability for Long Islanders and commuters while giving

fair wages to the employees.”

Officials said that the LIRR would begin restoring service in phases starting Tuesday at noon, with limited hourly service on four main branches, before expanding systemwide service later in the day. The MTA said that the contingency bus service that operated during the shutdown would continue Tuesday morning before being phased out as train service ramped up.

Hochul said that roughly 3,500 LIRR employees would receive raises under the agreement, while fare and tax increases would not be part of the deal.

“I also did not accept a deal for compromise affordability for Long Islanders,” she said. “At a time when everything is going up, I’m not going to allow taxes or fares to go up. Period. Full stop. Got it done.”

Officials said that additional details on full system restoration were expected as crews completed inspections, repositioned equipment and returned employees to scheduled assignments.

It was the first Long Island Rail Road strike since June 17, 1994. That strike lasted two days before a contract settlement was reached.

Brian Kacharaba/Herald during

strike, riders could

messages posted at Long island rail road stations, warning them about travel disruptions.

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the Lirr strike ends on its third day after mta and the five unions reach an agreement.

Balboni returns to Adelphi as its president

By ALLYSON FERRARI aferrari@liherald.com

Adelphi University has named Michael Balboni, a former state lawmaker and a longtime public servant, as its 11th president.

Balboni, who will take office June 1, is the first Adelphi graduate, the first Adelphi parent and the first Long Island native to lead the Garden City university. He succeeds Interim President Christopher K. Storm Jr., who will move into the newly created role of senior executive vice president of academic affairs and provost. Christine M. Riordan was Adelphi’s 10th president.

“This transition is a homecoming for me, a true full-circle moment,” Balboni said. “Because I know Adelphi from almost every possible angle, I have an intimate understanding of the DNA of this university and the transformative power of the education it provides.”

Balboni graduated cum laude from Adelphi in 1981 with a degree in biology, and has remained closely connected to the university, including as an adjunct faculty member and, most recently, as chair of the board of trustees. He built a career in law, government and public safety, serving in the Assembly and State Senate and later as New York’s deputy secretary for public safety.

Balboni said he plans to serve as Adelphi’s “chief external advocate,” using his experience in government, law and public policy to raise the university’s profile, expand partnerships and pursue new funding.

“I plan to leverage my professional network and my knowledge of the legislative landscapes in Albany and Washington, D.C., to elevate our institutional visibility,” he said.

He added that he will pursue state and federal grants, build corporate partnerships and work to raise Adelphi’s regional and national profile.

William Fuessler, acting chair of the university’s

board of trustees and chair of the presidential search committee, said Balboni’s background makes him well suited to lead the university at a challenging time for higher education.

“To thrive, Adelphi requires an innovative leader and a proven executive capable of navigating complex financial and operational headwinds,” Fuessler said. “Michael Balboni brings precisely this expertise.”

Fuessler added that Balboni’s public- and privatesector experience will help the university secure resources and support institutional growth.

Balboni takes over as colleges and universities nationwide face pressure from shifting enrollment patterns, rising costs and growing scrutiny over the value of a college degree. Adelphi, he said, is entering that period in a position of strength.

Adelphi received a record 17,000 first-year applications for the upcoming fall semester, and has posted record first-year enrollment in two of the past three years, Balboni said. The university also has a balanced budget, a stable financial outlook and a $282 million endowment, up 69 percent since 2016.

“For workforce readiness, proving the return on investment of a degree is critical,” he said.

Affordability, efficiency and new partnerships will be central to his presidency, Balboni explained, as Adelphi works to demonstrate the value of a college degree. The university will focus on aligning programs with market demand in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and health care, while expanding internships, externships, job shadowing and study abroad opportunities.

“I want to make sure our students all have the experiential opportunities through internships, externships, job shadowing and study abroad,” Balboni said, “so they have real-world experiences employers want.”

Courtesy Adelphi University

Michael Balboni will take office June 1 as Adelphi University’s 11th president. He will be the university’s first graduate, the first Adelphi parent and the first Long Island native to hold the position.

County panel kicks off anti-fraud campaign

By JOSEPH D’ALESSANDRO jdalessandro@liherald.com

Throughout the country, an easily overlooked category of crime has become a multi-billion-dollar industry: Insurance fraud costs consumers $806 billion every year, taking financial bites out of construction, transportation, real estate and other industries. Long Island’s local business leaders are sharing their strategies to avoid contributing to that statistic.

Some 160 business owners and employees welcomed advice from elected officials, security firms and fellow business people at a panel at the Morrelly Homeland Security Center in Bethpage on May 13.

This was the first panel connecting government agencies and local businesses to share information about fighting insurance fraud, according to John Capece, Nassau County’s consumer affairs commissioner.

“This is the first time in Long Island history that we have a meeting with all the building departments and the Department of Consumer Affairs to host a seminar for training and for communication,” Capece said.

The panel, sponsored by the Long Island Builders Institute, is intended to be the first of many. Capece conceived of the idea to kick off a larger effort to improve consumer safety by helping community members and local businesses identify and avoid malicious actors.

“We want to stop them because they prey on the elderly and the vulnerable people that don’t understand contracts … they get sucked into something where they think they’re going to save so much money and they don’t,” Capece said. “We want to educate the

public.”

Panelists discussed the optimal ways of handling everything from home improvement contractor licensing, permitting, solar installations and contracting oversight to responding to fraudulent insurance and

training certificates and staged construction accidents, as well as other topics impacting homeowners and the building industry.

Panelist Gina Farese is a solar energy entrepreneur and a member of Nassau County’s Home Improvement Advisory Committee and many other groups in the industry. She has seen many cases of improper business dealings, ranging from roofing coverage to workers who aren’t on a contractor’s official payroll.

“There’s a lot of things that are broken and so far gone, and I’m seeing so many homeowners get, unfortunately, taken,” Farese said. “So many people just care about their bottom line … at the end of the day, it’s just making sure that the homeowners are protected properly, and educating people.”

Mary Harkins serves as counsel to the county’s Department of Consumer Affairs. She advises Capece and the department on the interpretation of local laws, with a focus on contract violations.

“Now we’re able to address it more proactively, rather than just reacting,” Harkins said. “Our licensing division is about, like, six people, some part-time, and we’re dealing with 10,000 licenses plus about 800 new applications per year. It’s a lot of responsibility, but in reality, we’re moving on it.

“We’re trying to uncover the really great contractors out there,” Harkins added. For bad actors in the industry, the department, she said, is “trying to identify them and take corrective action.”

The number one way to protect yourself against risk, Capece said, is to verify that any contractor in your home is legitimately licensed.

For more information, call Nassau County Consumer Affairs at (516) 571-2465.

Joseph D’Alessandro/Herald Panelist Gina Farese and Nassau Consumer Affairs Commissioner John Capece advised more than 160 community members about the risks of insurance fraud.

things to know About skin CAnCer AwAreness Month

Enjoying the sun comes with responsibility and risk

By CHRIS COLUCCI

ccolucci@liherald.com

In Uniondale, there may not be beaches or pools but there are always outdoor community events at the john J. Byrne Community Center and several parks to bring children out to when school is out. But one overlooked drawback to all that time outdoors is an increased risk of developing skin cancer — the most common form of cancer across the country. Every May, health professionals look to share advice and bring attention to this persistent, potentially deadly issue.

Simple steps save lives

The National Cancer Institute suggests that people with fair skin, freckles, blue or green eyes, and red or blond hair are at a higher risk than others, but everyone can and should take preventative steps to reduce the likelihood of developing skin cancer.

Applying an appropriate sunscreen — SPF 30 or higher — can help protect against ultraviolet radiation and reduce the chance of sunburn, which are factors in cancer development. Wearing the right clothes when outdoors, including sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats, can also reduce UV exposure. Reducing the time spent outdoors when the sun is strongest — generally 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — could be the most difficult to adhere to, but can also be a major factor.

Know the ABCDE’s

Dermatologists recommend using “ABCDE” to monitor yourself for potential melanoma. Check your skin for dark spots or moles and look for potential warning signs including asymmetry with one section of the mole looking very different from the other in size, shape, or color; the border of the spot shouldn’t be irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined; its color should be consistent and not mottled with tan, black, white and/or red; if the diameter is larger than a pencil eraser, about 6 millimeters or almost a quarter-inch, it may be suspicious and worth getting checked by a professional; and the spot shouldn’t evolve over time, drastically changing its shape, color, or size over the course of weeks, months, and years.

There is no “good” cancer

One subtle way people misspeak after hearing about someone’s diagnosis is with the phrase, “That’s one of the good ones to get.” While the thought is well-intentioned, it still underestimates key facts. Some skin cancers can have a relatively high cure rate, but it also has a genuine mortality risk.

One in five people will be affected by skin cancer before age 70. The American Cancer Society estimates 112,000 new cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed in 2026 — counting only the aggressive melanoma type, not the more common basal cell or squamous cell cancers — leading to more than 8,500 deaths. Skin cancer may be treatable, especially if caught early, but it should never be taken lightly.

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Just off the Cross Island Parkway, shop designer fashion finds from Coach, lululemon, Valentino, and more, at up to 65% off every day.

Dine at award-winning restaurants, stroll through pedestrian-only streets, and turn a quick trip into a day’s escape.

Wesley United keeps tea fundraiser brewing

A small group of women continues to sustain a decades-long fundraising tradition at Wesley United Methodist Church through its annual spring tea party, helping support church operations and upkeep.

Women arrived at the annual tea party in elegant dress on May 10 to commemorate the occasion, sipping tea, sharing food and conversing with church and community members.

The Wesley United Women in Faith, now down to about five active members, organizes the events each year to support the church. The fundraisers feature homemade food, themed baskets, raffles and vendor donations, welcoming attendees beyond the Franklin Square community for fellowship while raising money for the church.

Members say the efforts have become increasingly important as the congregation has gotten smaller and the church relies more on fundraising to maintain its building and programs. The group also receives support from other congregants and volunteers who assist with outreach efforts.

–Hailey Fulmer

Stu Goldman/Herald photos

Several ladies dressed in elegant attire and ornate hats for the Women of Wesley United tea party, embracing a sophisticated style suited for the occasion. From left, Jacqueline Waal, Dianne Keitel, Novella Oliver, Janet Richardson, Madeline Corredor and Kimberly Richardson.

Former Church First Lady Madeline Corredor from East Stroudsburg Pennsylvania, left, and Dianne Keitel from Richmond Hill Queens.

The Women of Wesley United continued their annual tea party tradition, bringing the community together while raising funds to support the church.

Enjoying a cup of tea during the afternoon celebration, Reilly Fletcher, left, and April Fletcher of Massapequa Park helped commemorate the efforts of the Women of Wesley United.

Keeping with the tea party theme, attendees had the opportunity to browse and purchase jewelry during the event. Victoria Hill of Queens Village looks through selections offered by Aileen Sesso.

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A financial workshop set for next month

Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages is partnering with the Elmont Memorial Library to host a financial planning workshop at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 2.

During the event, experts will share information on financial planning, retirement planning, investment accounts, passive income, investment strategies and estate planning.

“Planning for the future can seem like an especially daunting task – especially when it’s a challenge to make ends meet from paycheck to paycheck,” Legislator Solages said. “That

is why I am especially grateful to the Elmont Library for hosting this event and providing our community with tools that will help them to navigate uncertain economic times and begin building wealth that can be passed on through the generations.”

The workshop will run from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Elmont Memorial Library. Residents can contact Legislator Solages’ office at 516571-6203 or csolages@nassaucountyny.gov with questions or to RSVP.

–Hailey Fulmer

Community League plans themed dinner

The Community League of Garden City South will host its “I Love the 80’s to Death” Murder Mystery Dinner on June 6 from 7 to 11 p.m. at St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus, located at 78 Hempstead Ave. in Lynbrook. The event will feature an interactive murder mystery show presented by The Murder Mystery Co., along with a buffet dinner, dessert and open bar.

Guests are encouraged to dress in their best 1980s-inspired outfits, with a “Best Dressed” award planned for the

evening. Suggested attire includes neon colors, leg warmers, leather jackets and other retro accessories.

The event will also include raffle baskets and a 50/50 raffle. Admission is $85 for guests 21 and older and $65 for attendees ages 18 to 20. Payments are nonrefundable and can be made by cash, check, Zelle or Venmo. For more information, contact mailto:clgcs1929@ gmail.com or call 516-852-7988.

–Hailey Fulmer

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STEPPING OUT

By Karen Bloom

The holiday weekend may feel a little different this year with the beloved FourLeaf Air Show shifting to over to Fourth of July as part of the celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Still, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the unofficial start of summer, including a patriotic drone show to fill in for the annual flying spectacle that will illuminate the night sky over Jones Beach on May 24.

No matter how the weekend unfolds, one tradition remains ﬁrmly in place: gathering around the grill for a barbecue with family and friends.

Of course, no Memorial Day barbecue would be complete without the familiar favorites — juicy burgers sizzling over an open ﬂame, hot dogs nestled in toasted buns and steaks grilled to smoky perfection. But today’s cookout offers far more than the traditional staples. By adding dishes with bold marinades, fresh seasonal ingredients and unexpected sweet-and-savory ﬂavors, hosts can bring new energy to the holiday barbecue while still honoring the classics everyone loves.

The beauty of grilling is its versatility. From colorful kebabs and charred vegetables to caramelized fruit and herb-infused sides, even the simplest ingredients take on extra ﬂavor over the ﬁre. The tried-and-true will always remain a go-to, but the holiday is also the perfect opportunity to refresh the menu with creative twists and crowdpleasing additions that may just become new favorites.

Spicy Mustard Chicken

Kebabs

Kabobs add sizzle to the season. With their easy preparation and quick cooking time, kabobs are a simple way to enjoy many of your favorite fresh ﬂavors.

Sizzle into summer

Fire up Memorial Day

• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

• 1 pound raw boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper

• 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks

To make sauce, place 3 tablespoons mustard in medium bowl. Add oil and garlic powder, and whisk until uniform. Cover and refrigerate.

To make marinade, in small bowl, combine vinegar with remaining 2 tablespoons mustard. Stir until uniform.

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place chicken and marinade in large sealable plastic bag. Remove as much air as possible and seal.

Gently knead marinade into chicken through bag. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Meanwhile, if using wooden skewers, soak 4 in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Alternately thread marinated chicken and onion chunks onto 4 skewers. Bring grill to mediumhigh heat.

Brush both sides of kebabs with sauce. Grill kebabs for 5 minutes with grill cover down.

Flip kebabs and grill for 6 to 8 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Enjoy.

Grilled Pineapple with Lime Dip

Enhance the ﬂavor of fruits and veggies at your barbecue. Try another way to eat pineapple by grilling it and pairing with a lime dip for a tasty treat.

• 1 pineapple

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons lime juice

• 3 tablespoons honey

Lime Dip:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup plain yogurt

• 3 tablespoons honey

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons lime juice

• 2 teaspoons lime zest

Peel pineapple; cut into wedges.

In resealable plastic bag, combine brown sugar, lime juice and honey. Add pineapple wedges, seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 1 hour.

To make dip: In small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in yogurt, honey, brown sugar, lime juice and lime zest. Cover and refrigerate.

Heat grill to medium heat.

Remove pineapple wedges from plastic bag; discard marinade. Grill pineapple wedges, covered, 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

Serve with dip.

Grilled Lemon Chive Corn

Grilling adds an extra special ﬂavor to corn on the cob. Try it with a lemon chive butter topping.

• 4 ears fresh sweet corn, in husks

• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

• 1 tablespoon chopped chives

• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Pull back husks from each ear of corn, leaving husks attached to base. Remove corn silk. Fold husks back around corn; tie at end of each ear with string or strip of outside corn leaves. Soak in cold water 30 minutes. Drain.

Place corn on grill, uncovered, 20 to 30 minutes or until tender, turning often. Meanwhile combine butter, chives and lemon juice.

Serve corn with lemon-chive butter.

‘Cold Beer on a Saturday Night’

Spring blooms with a taste of summer as Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band bring their “Ultimate Beach Party Tribute” to the Paramount stage, celebrating the music of Kenny Chesney, Jimmy Buffett, and Zac Brown Band. Long Island–based and led by Paul C. Cuthbert (aka Jimmy Kenny) on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, the group also features Linn DeMilta (Lovely Linn) on lead and backing vocals, Luis Rios on guitar, Frank Stainkamp on keyboards, Dan Prine on bass, and Mike Vecchione on drums. Together, they’ve spent more than a decade channeling the laid-back spirit of beach-country favorites. With a setlist built for singing along, the band blends crowd-pleasing hits with an easygoing, sun-soaked energy that evokes margaritas, ocean breezes and carefree nights where, as they like to say, it’s always “5 o’clock somewhere.”

Saturday, May 23, 8 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Decoration Day

Step back into time to when Memorial Day was known as Decoration Day at Old Bethpage Village Restoration. Throughout weekend, the living-history site comes alive with the sights, sounds and traditions of the 19th century, offering visitors an immersive glimpse into how Long Islanders once marked the occasion.Stroll the village while enjoying period craft demonstrations, storytelling and stirring brass band concerts that echo through the historic streets. The weekend culminates with the signature Decoration Day observance, re-creating the holiday as it was ﬁrst commemorated in the early 1870s. Costumed Civil War “veterans” lead a patriotic parade and heartfelt ceremony honoring departed soldiers, capturing the spirit, pageantry and reverence of an earlier era. The parade and ceremonial program begin at 2:15 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, May 2324, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage. Visit oldbethpagevillagerestoration.org or call (516) 572-8409.

Spicy Mustard Chicken Kebabs Grilled Pineapple with Lime Dip Grilled Lemon Chive Corn

Your Neighborhood CALENDAR

MAY

Friday Walking Club

Start your Friday mornings with a light, social walking group as Elmont Memorial Library’s Walking Club returns for the season. Participants meet indoors in the lobby and walk together in a relaxed, welcoming environment, with outdoor walking planned when weather permits. This program is designed to encourage gentle physical activity, improve wellness, and provide a chance to connect with others in the community. All adults and seniors are welcome to join, but registration is required due to limited space.

• Where: Lobby, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont

• Time: 10-10:45 a.m.

• Contact: elmontlibrary.org or (516) 354-5280

Tunes with Pour Some 80s On Me

Jump into summer with a high-energy 80s tribute band on the outdoor stage at Plattdeutsche Park Biergarten. Expect a night of classic rock anthems, dance hits and new wave favorites from the decade that defined big hair and great music. Bring friends, enjoy the fresh air and listen to some great tunes throughout the night.

• Where: 1132 Hempstead Tpke.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

• Contact: parkrestaurant.com or (516) 354-3131

Haitian Heritage Month Celebration

Join Michaelle C. Solages and Carrié Solages for an evening celebrating Haitian culture with fine art, dancing and community engagement. The annual event highlights the rich history and contributions of the Haitian community during Haitian Heritage Month. Space is limited and registration is required.

• Where: VFW Post 1790, 65 E. Merrick Road, Valley Stream

• Time: 6-9 p.m.

• Contact: (516) 599-2972

MAY

Grooves with Allmost Brothers Band

The Allmost Brothers Band takes the stage at Plattdeutsche Park, delivering a high-energy tribute to the legendary Allman Brothers Band. Guests can enjoy authentic German cuisine and beer on tap during the performance. An $8 cover charge applies.

• Where: 1132 Hempstead Tpke.

• Time: 6:30-10:30 p.m.

• Contact: parkrestaurant.com or (516) 354-3131

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Gary Clark Jr.

Blues-rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter has built a reputation as one of the most exciting live performers of his generation. Blending electric blues, rock, soul, R&B, and hints of hip-hop, his sound is both rooted in tradition and boldly modern. His guitar tone often recalls legends like Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan, but his songwriting, socially aware lyrics, and willingness to experiment make him stand out as a contemporary artist. On stage, he is known for extended solos, dynamic arrangements, and emotionally charged vocals that move from soft falsetto to gritty growls, making every Gary Clark Jr concert feel unforgettable. Anyone who has listened to a Gary Clark Jr. album or watched the four-time Grammy Award winner perform live knows that he’s a gifted multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and performer. And never more so than on his last album, 2019’s illuminating This Land. But while This Land signaled a breakthrough in displaying his musical versatility beyond the blues, his latest album, JPEG RAW, represents a quantum leap.

‘Yeomen of the Guard’

Enjoy an ambitious blend of comedy, adventure, and high drama presented by the Gilbert and Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island on the Elmont Memorial Library stage. Set in the Tower of London during the reign of Henry VIII, this performance offers a rich theatrical experience for audiences. Seating is first-come, first-served.

• Where: 700 Hempstead Turnpike.

• Time: 2-3:30 p.m.

• Contact: elmontlibrary.org or (516) 354-5280

MAY 25

Franklin Square Memorial Day Parade

The 2026 Memorial Day Parade in Franklin Square, sponsored by the Frank P. Curry Jr. VFW Post #2718, honors veterans and community service members. The parade begins with a lineup on Lincoln Road and travels through the neighborhood, ending at the Rath Park Veterans Memorial. This annual tradition features local organizations and community participation, with Eleanor R. Rizzuto serving as

Grand Marshal.

• Where: Begins at Lincoln Road and ends at Rath Park Veterans Memorial, Franklin Square

• Time: 10 a.m.

• Contact: (516) 354-9393

MAY

Don Toliver in concert Rapper-vocalist Don Toliver performs with guest artists.

• Where: UBS Arena, 2400 Hempstead Tpke.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com

MAY

Elmont Library Board meets The Elmont Public Library Board of Trustees holds their regular meeting. All are welcome.

• Where: 700 Hempstead Tpke.

• Time: 7-9 p.m.

• Contact: elmontlibrary.org or (516) 354-5280

‘Fiddler on the Roof’

Plaza Theatrical stages the classic musical based on

original Broadway production, with CAP21 alumni and current students. Performances are scheduled throughout the fourday run.

• Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre

• Time: Varied times, through May 31

• Contact: madisontheatreny. org or (516) 323-4444

MAY

Franklin Square Spring Fair 2026

Don’t miss out on the community celebration. With local vendors, food trucks, crafts, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities including games and children’s attractions. Organized by the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce, the fair highlights local businesses and seasonal community engagement.

• Where: Rath Park, Naple Ave. and Jefferson St, Franklin Square

• Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: franklinsquarechamber. com or (516) 247-9030

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

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

the stories of Yiddish writer Sholem Aleichem, particularly “Tevye the Dairyman”. Set in the fictional Russian village of Anatevka around 1905, relive the iconic and beloved songs such as “Sunrise, Sunset,” “If I Were A Rich Man” and “Matchmaker, Matchmaker.” ‘Fiddler’ is the perfect mix of audiencepleasing humor and heart. $49, $45 seniors.

• Where: Elmont Memorial Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont

• Time: 2 p.m.; also May 29, 7:30 p.m., May 30-31

• Contact: PlazaTheatrical.com or call (516) 599-6870

“Something Rotten! The Musical’

See the comedy musical, set in the 1590s, which follows two playwright brothers competing with William Shakespeare as they attempt to create the world’s first musical. From tap dancing eggs to beautiful love stores, this musical really has it all. Songs include “A Musical!,”“It’s Hard to Be the Bard,” and “Welcome to the Renaissance.” The cast is comprised of New York City professionals, including David Hibbard, who was in the

Paul Sapienza Elmont/ Belmont Parade

The community is invited to attend annual Paul Sapienza Elmont/Belmont Parade, a festive event celebrating local pride and the region’s rich connection to Belmont Park and the Belmont Stakes tradition. Named in honor of the late Paul Sapienza, a lifelong Elmont resident and former president of the Elmont Chamber of Commerce, the parade brings together elected officials, school marching bands, fire and police units, local youth groups and community organizations for a spirited march down Hempstead Turnpike. Expect family-friendly fun along the route, lively music, colorful floats and opportunities to connect with neighbors and civic groups.

• Where: 700 Hempstead Tpke.

• Time: 10 a.m.

• Contact: elmontchamber.net

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May 21, 2026 —

LEGAL NOTICE

Public Notices

Formation of GreyGreen Ventures LLC filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/6/2026. Office loc.: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address SSNY shall mail process to Simone Lowry, 159 Locustwood Blvd., Elmont, NY 11003. Purpose: Any lawful activity 159631

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU BANK OF NEW YORK

MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS

MANAGEMENT SERIES

I TRUST, -againstPATRICIA WALDEN, 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 May 5, 2025, wherein BANK OF NEW YORK

MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS

MANAGEMENT SERIES

I TRUST is the Plaintiff and PATRICIA WALDEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 2, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 23839 116TH AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003; and the following tax map identification: 32-623-58. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ELMONT, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 000189/2017. Matthew Vishnick, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for

Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 159902

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU FIFTH THIRD BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, -againstJUSTIN J. BLOT, IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on March 27, 2026, wherein FIFTH THIRD BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and JUSTIN J. BLOT, IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 3, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 57 HARRISON AVENUE, FRANKLIN SQUARE, NY 11010; and the following tax map identification: 33-433-34 & 35. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN FRANKLIN SQUARE, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 609793/2022. David S. Zeidman, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION

OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 159894

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

GITSIT SOLUTIONS, LLC; Plaintiff v. JOAN NEWBY; et al.; Defendants Attorney for Plaintiff: Hasbani & Light, P.C., 450 7th Ave, Suite 1901, NY, NY 10123; (212) 643-6677

Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on 11/10/2025, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the Nassau Supreme Court, located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM Premises known as 135 Barbara Street, Elmont, NY 11003

Section: 32 Block: 676 Lot: 5

All that certain plot, piece, or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York.

As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale.

Approximate amount of judgment: $722,110.39 plus interest and costs.

Docket Number: 603366/2024

Tara Mayerhofer, Esq., Referee 159889

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE ASSET BACKED SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES AMQ 2006-HE7 ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES AMQ 2006-HE7, Plaintiff, vs. JANET BARNES, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 17, 2018 and an Ex Parte Order Amending Judgement of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 3, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public

auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 746 Meacham Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 0032, Block 00699-00 and Lot 00031. Approximate amount of judgment is $620,821.14 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #001699/2015. Lawrence Weinreich, Esq., Referee Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff 160036

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

INDEX NO. 624149/2025 COUNTY OF NASSAU

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR SECURITIZED ASSET BACKED RECEIVABLES LLC TRUST 2006-OP1, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-OP1, Plaintiff, vs. MARIE CARMEL LOUIS; JEAN LOUIS A/K/A JEAN M. LOUIS; CASTEL SIMON D/B/A SAS AUTO & CONSTRUCTION, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving

interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; CITIBANK, N.A.; CAPITAL ONE, N.A.”JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #1 ; “JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #2; “JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #3; THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, “JOHN DOE #4” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last nine names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 146 HENDRICKSON AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003

Section: 32, Block: 355, Lot: 57-59 Defendants.

To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a

judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $360,000.00 and interest, recorded on August 01, 2005, in Liber M 29162 at Page 800, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 146 HENDRICKSON AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: April 13th, 2026 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310

Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 159966

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 622013/2025 COUNTY OF NASSAU

PENTAGON FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs. LAWRENCE S. TALT A/K/A LARRY S. TALT, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT; PATRICK J. HENNESSY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT; DANIEL J. CAPARELLI A/K/A DANIEL J. HENNESSY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT; KAREN TALT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT; LARA TALT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT; KEVIN TALT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT; LAUREN TALT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA M. TALT, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose

names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY; VILLAGE OF MINEOLA; VILLAGE OF ROSLYN; LONG ISLAND JEWISH MEDICAL CENTER; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, Defendants. Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 150 CROCUS AVENUE, FLORAL PARK, NY 11001

Section: 32, Block: 173, Lot: 170

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $425,000.00 and interest, recorded on July 02, 2009, in Book M 33902 at Page 164, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 150 CROCUS AVENUE, FLORAL PARK, NY 11001. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises

Public Notices

described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE

YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

Dated: April 13th, 2026

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 159963

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE

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

*2007 Kia Sedona; Gray; VIN: KNDMB233876173866; Owner: Renee McDonough of 157 59 27th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354

*2010 Chevrolet Equinox; Gray; VIN: 2CNALDEW4A6371649 ; Owner: Boris Mizhquero-Yunga of 276 Mountain Grove St, Bridgeport, CT 06605

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

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

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

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

*2014 Audi AS4; Gray; VIN: WAUBGAFL5EA082964

; Owner: Dominique Blackman of 8400 Lindbergh Blvd Apt 716, Philadelphia PA 19153

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

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TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS

Antonio Fanizzi Commissioner 160208

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Supreme Court County of Nassau Citibank N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Kathleen Brancaleone, et al, Defendant

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 27, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, North sides of the steps, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM premises known as 497 Tulip Avenue, Floral Park, NY 11001. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION: 32, BLOCK: 273, LOT: 26. Approximate amount of judgment is $542,666.53 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 609197/2019. This sale may be subject to the US Dept of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Real Estate Reporting Rule. In such event, all purchasers are required to provide the information needed for proper reporting in accordance with the terms of sale. Scott H. Siller, Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-091795-F00 89784 160138

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Section 202-48 of the code of the Town of Hempstead entitled, “Handicapped Parking On Public Streets,” a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 27th day of May 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, to consider the adoption of a resolution setting aside certain parking spaces for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons at the following locations:

BALDWIN ALLEN PLACE - north side, starting at a point

186 feet east of the east curbline of Grand Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-147/26)

STEELE BOULEVARDsouth side, starting at a point 540 feet east of the east curbline of Milburn Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-139/26)

BELLMORE FARMERS AVENUEwest side, starting at a point 288 feet north of the north curbline of Merrick Road, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-130/26)

EAST MEADOW

WENWOOD DRIVEwest side, starting at a point 84 feet south of the south curbline of Chaladay Lane, south for a distance of 22 feet.

(TH-152/26)

ELMONT LEHRER AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 230 feet north of the north curbline of Rosser Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-143/26) WANTAGH BEVERLY ROAD - east side, starting at a point 103 feet south of the south curbline of Bellport Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-151/26) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

applications and appeals:

THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30

A.M.

283/26. ELMONTShanaz & Mansoor Sattaur, Renewal of grant to maintain 6’ high fence forward of dwelling on “H” St., 5’ high fence forward of dwelling on “H” St. & Cameron St. & within clear-sight triangle & 7’ high arbor forward of dwelling on Cameron St., which may substantially obstruct line of sight., N/E cor. Cameron St. & “H” St., a/k/a 565 Cameron St. THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 P.M.

the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 160303

LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO. 21527

RESOLUTION NO. 463-2026

Adopted: May 12, 2026

Senior Councilmember Goosby offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND SETTING ASIDE

Westervelt Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-101/26)

ELMONT 238th STREET - east side, starting at a point 72 feet south of the south curbline of 117th Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-126/26)

ATHERTON AVENUEsouth side, starting at a point 81 feet west of the west curbline of Emporia Avenue, west for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-113/26)

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Dated: May 12, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 160296 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 Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 06/03/2026 at 9:30 A.M. & 2:00 P.M. to consider the following

293/26. ELMONT - New York Land Development II Corp., Variances, subdivision of lot, lot area, front width from & on street line to front setback line, lot area occupied, side yards aggregate, rear yard, construct dwelling (demolish existing dwelling) (Parcel A)., E/s Holland Ave., 1089.21’ S/o Hempstead Tpke., a/k/a 152 Holland Ave. 294/26. ELMONT - New York Land Development II Corp., Variances, subdivision of lot, lot area, front width from & on street line to front setback line, lot area occupied, side yards aggregate, construct dwelling with garage (Parcel B)., E/s Holland Ave., 1115.21’ S/o Hempstead Tpke., a/k/a 158 Holland Ave. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.

This notice is only for new cases in Elmont 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

CERTAIN PARKING SPACES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE SOLE USE OF HOLDERS OF SPECIAL PARKING PERMITS ISSUED BY THE COUNTY OF NASSAU TO PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS.

WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 455-2026, adopted April 28, 2026, a public hearing was duly held on the day of May 12, 2026, at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the proposed establishment and setting aside of a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons, in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, all as set forth in said resolution; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Town Board finds it to be in the public interest to establish and set aside a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT

RESOLVED, that in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, the following parking spaces be and the same hereby is set aside for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons: BALDWIN EMERSON AVENUEsouth side, starting at a point 120 feet east of the east curbline of

BUTLER BOULEVARDwest side, starting at a point 79 feet south of the south curbline of James Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-100/26)

SEWANEE AVENUEeast side, starting at a point 146 feet north of the north curbline of Atherton Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-123/26) (NR)FLORAL PARK 239th STREET - east side, starting at a point 68 feet north of the north curbline of Ontario Road, north for a distance of 15 feet.

(TH-134/26)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

GARFIELD STREETsouth side, starting at a point 81 feet east of the east curbline of Lincoln Road, east for a distance of 22 feet.

(TH-97/26)

HOFFMAN STREETwest side, starting at a point 249 feet south of the south curbline of Sobo Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-120/26)

ROOSEVELT STREETnorth side, starting at a point 174 feet west of the west curbline of Caroline Avenue, for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-133/26)

ROOSEVELT

BROOKS AVENUEsouth side, starting at a point 48 feet east of the east curbline of Scherer Place, east for a distance of 22 feet.

(TH-136/26)

(NR)VALLEY STREAM

IRVING STREET - east side, starting at a point 244 feet north of the north curbline of Sobro Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-118/26) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons:

FRANKLIN SQUARE

JEFFERSON STREETeast side, starting at a point 77 feet south of the south curbline of Naple Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-517/18 - 1/22/19) (TH-106/26) ; and, BE IT FURTHER

RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once a newspaper having a general circulation in the Town of Hempstead and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and posting.

The foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Muscarella and adopted upon roll call as follows:

AYES: SIX (6) NOES: NONE (0) 160291

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 44-2026 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held on the 12th day of May 2026, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 44-2026, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 44-2026, to amend Chapter 202 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include an repeal “REGULATIONS & RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking at various locations.

Dated: May 12, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 160287

Islanders, Northwell launch support center

Northwell Health, New York’s largest health system, and Matthew Schaefer, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NHL draft and one of New York hockey’s most promising young stars, announced a new relationship Monday to help cancer patients and their families find moments of joy while going through the most difficult journeys of their lives.

For Schaefer — nominated at just 18 years old for the Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded to the National Hockey League player judged to be the most proficient in his first season — the cause is a personal one: he lost his mother to breast cancer in 2024. That experience deeply impacted Schaefer and created a desire in him to give back to others.

“My mother was someone I looked up to immensely,” Schaefer said. “I remember sitting by her side while she was battling cancer, and she always had a smile on her face. She was full of joy. By teaming up with Northwell Health, I hope we can bring a little of her joy to others who are fighting cancer, and to their families as well.”

Thanks to a $150,000 gift from the Islanders Children’s Foundation, New York Islanders and Northwell will open the “Jennifer Schaefer Child Support Center sponsored by the Islanders Children’s Foundation” in October.

“The New York Islanders represent a deep-rooted commitment to our fans and neighbors; we operate as a community trust,” said Jon Ledecky, co-owner of the New York Islanders. “The Islanders Children’s Foundation is proud to support this wonderful initiative with Northwell, which bridges Matthew’s incredible personal journey with our organization’s dedication to family and healing. By honoring Jennifer Schaefer’s memory in this way, we are ensuring that no child has to walk through these difficult moments alone, providing them with a place of comfort, play and support right when they need it most.”

The child life room, located at the R.J. Zuckerberg

LEGAL NOTICE

Since its inception, the Islanders Children’s Foundation, the official charitable arm of the New York Islanders, has supported countless children in need through donations raised by players, management, employees, and partners.

Cancer Center in New Hyde Park, will provide a dedicated space for children while their parent undergoes cancer treatment. The room will feature hockeythemed elements including Islanders memorabilia and entertainment including air hockey, gaming consoles, bubble hockey and a scoreboard with customized greetings, along with inspiring messages from Schaefer to families using the room. The space will also be staffed by a counselor and include a private area where grief counseling will be available.

“A cancer diagnosis is one of the most difficult things a person can face, but it also challenges their family in myriad ways,” said John D’Angelo, MD, president and CEO of Northwell Health. “Caring for families is just as important to us as caring for our patients. We are grateful to the Islanders Children’s Foundation for its support to create this unique space and proud to team up with Matthew Schaefer, whose

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NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO.

45-2026

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held on the 12th day of May 2026, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 45-2026, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 45-2026, to amend Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations.

Dated: May 12, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 160288

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006M1, Plaintiff, Against LYSTRA M. RAMRATTAN AS HEIR AND ADMINISTRATRIX TO THE ESTATE OF SURDASH RAMRATTAN; RANDALL S. RAMRATTAN AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF SURDASH RAMRATTAN; LYSTRA

M. RAMRATTAN AS GUARDIAN OF CHELSEA K. R. RAMRATTAN WHO IS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF SURDASH RAMRATTAN; et al Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 01/10/2019, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 6/25/2026 at 2:30PM, premises known as 1069 Concord Street, Franklin Square, New York 11010, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Franklin Square in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York. Section 33 Block 380 Lot 260

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $882,483.61 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 003792/2015 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. Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee.

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

Dated: 4/13/2026 File Number: 17-300381 CA 160312

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personal story and public platform will uplift our patients and community. By working together, we are sending a powerful message of resilience, unity and hope to everyone facing a cancer diagnosis.”

Schaefer will visit the room at various times throughout the year, surprising and delighting families and bringing joy and smiles to those going through a similar experience that he himself had.

“Matthew Schaefer represents the strength and spirit of Long Island, and we are honored to have him join our team,” said Richard Barakat, MD, physician in chief and executive director of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute and the Edward and Carole Miller Distinguished Chair in Cancer. “His partnership transcends the ice; it’s a tribute to that shared spirit of determination.”

–Hailey

News brief

Adult education programs are expanding

Nassau BOCES Adult Education is expanding its career and technical training offerings for the 2026-27 school year and will host an open house next month for prospective students to learn more about its workforce development programs.

The open house is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Joseph M. Barry Career and Technical Education Center, 1196 Prospect Ave. in Westbury.

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet instructors, tour classrooms and explore programs designed to prepare adults for in-demand careers on Long Island.

Among the featured courses are Foundations of Manufacturing, Clinical Medical Assistant-Intensive, Nail and Wax Technician, and Barbering Technician.

The manufacturing program is a onesemester course covering shop safety, blueprint reading, machining and quality fundamentals, and includes guest speakers and field trips to local manufacturers. Students who complete the program earn a Society of Manufacturing Engineers/ToolingU Manufacturing Associate Certificate.

The Clinical Medical Assistant-Inten-

sive course prepares students for certification exams in medical assisting, electrocardiography and phlebotomy, and includes a 160-hour supervised clinical externship with partnering Long Island hospitals and medical facilities.

Nassau BOCES is also offering training for students seeking careers in the beauty industry through its Nail and Wax Technician course, which covers manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, waxing and infection control, as well as its Barbering Technician program, which provides the 500 instructional hours required to sit for the New York State licensing exam.

“We are excited to introduce these exceptional programs for the upcoming school year,” Brad Slepian, supervisor of Nassau BOCES Adult Education, said in a statement. “We are committed to offering relevant and high-quality education that prepares our students for rewarding careers.”

Registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open. Nassau BOCES officials said seating is limited and encouraged interested students to apply early. For more information, visit NassauBoces.org/adulted.

–Jordan Vallone

Fulmer

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Do I need to file a plan just to build a stone wall?

Q. I planned and started building a stack stone wall in my front yard, but I was stopped by a building inspector. He told me the wall was structural, and needed a professional plan to be approved before I could do the rest of the work. It’s just a landscape wall instead of a fence or hedges at my front sidewalk, so why should it matter? A lot of my neighbors have them, and he told me to file a complaint, and he would check the others out, but I don’t want to tell on my neighbors. What do you suggest?

A. The rules on retaining walls aren’t as clear as for other things you could build. A wall, in most communities, fits into a few different categories.

If it’s a retaining wall, meaning it holds something back, like your front lawn from the sidewalk or your neighbor’s lawn from your driveway, it’s definitely structural, and has drainage conditions you have to show on professionally prepared plans. The wall can’t hold back water from draining, or it could collapse. It must have a frost-depth foundation, which means that, since frost can permeate the ground to a depth, in our zone, of 3 feet, there must be a support wall with a spread footing at least 3 feet deep in the ground to limit heaving during extreme freezing, like we had for most of January this year, as you may recall.

It may be possible to build with less concrete, on supports spaced several feet apart and a shallow type of footing called a grade beam, but that still has to be calculated to make certain it won’t crack and heave under the extreme forces of frozen ground. The majority of people I meet have no idea about the upward force that develops when moisture in the soil freezes and expands, but it does occur in colder weather, and you only need a small amount of movement to cause the wall to move.

Stacked stone is, essentially, loose, and can move. It may be considered a safety hazard because the individual pieces of stone can fall, or be carried away or thrown, such as by accident, involving people or vehicles. While this kind of wall may harken back to simpler historical times, you are best to avoid the problem and construct a wall that is safer and less difficult to get approved. Stack stone walls may look great on an old New England farm, but not necessarily in a populated suburb.

As for your neighbors, there are rules we all have to follow, including them. I had to legalize a wall in the process of doing an entire home, and discovered that my client’s wall lined up with the neighbors’ walls on both sides. The worst part was that all the walls were built beyond the front property line, on the municipal right-of way. Curiously, only my client had to file a zoning variance request.

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Keeping neighborhood traditions and values alive

Recently I attended an early-cut screening of a documentary on Farrell’s Bar in Brooklyn. The film is about much more than just a bar.

Though the world is always turning, these days it seems as if it’s turning more rapidly than ever. Traditions, values and principles are changing dramatically, and some are gone forever. None of us, of course, should want to live in the past or resist progress, which can bring so much good and improve our lives. But in the rush toward progress, we can’t afford to abandon institutions that encourage friendship and lasting bonds, especially in these fast-paced times.

Farrell’s is a legendary institution that has survived the rush of time. Now in its 93rd year — it opened just after the end of Prohibition — it remains a central neighborhood place for the Windsor Terrace community. It’s an oasis of calm in a desert of turmoil. Farrell’s has never betrayed its blue-

collar culture, embodied in its support for cops, firefighters and veterans. (Though newer, the Good Life, in Massapequa Park, and the Embassy Diner, in Bethpage, are cut from that mold.) Farrell’s isn’t far from Brooklyn Prep, where I went to high school, and a short distance from where my father grew up and my grandparents lived until the late 1970s.

Though I’d heard about Farrell’s and read about it in Pete Hamill’s stories, I stopped in for the first time during my very unsuccessful campaign for New York state attorney general in 1986. One of my closest friends and biggest supporters was Jimmy Boyle, who had been president of the FDNY’s Firefighters Union and a fixture in union politics for years. Boyle thought Farrell’s would be an ideal location for a campaign stop.

small part of it true, I climbed up on a chair in the middle of the room and began my speech by admitting that “even though my father was a cop, I have to say, you guys aren’t half bad yourselves.”

i had a small role in cementing the legacy of a legendary hometown bar.

After much friendly booing and catcalls, I thanked those guys for their support and assured them that I’d always be there for them. (A sad footnote: Boyle’s son, Michael, was one of the 343 firefighters killed on Sept. 11, 2001.) Though I went on to lose the election by 1.2 million votes, I had been a winner in Farrell’s, and for the next few years I’d stop by periodically to relive the one bright moment of the campaign.

independent filmmakers Jay Cusato and Rob Martin to produce a documentary on the bar, as a living metaphor for neighborhoods and good people who refuse to allow their values and lasting memories to be plowed over.

Sure enough, when I arrived just before noon that September day, Boyle had packed the place with loud, supportive firefighters, and a few cops had found their way in. It was as enthusiastic and as friendly a reception as I’ve ever gotten in politics. After Boyle gave me a phenomenal introduction, only a

Later, when I was in Congress, I would join Brooklyn friends from high school and make pilgrimages to Farrell’s. Though they couldn’t drink on the job, two detectives on my security detail, Jimmy Skopek and Melissa Zimmerman, took a particular liking to Farrell’s, especially its old-neighborhood flair.

Then, about 10 years ago, a friend of mine from Massapequa, Pat Fenton, wrote a well-received Off-Broadway play centered on Farrell’s. That inspired

On March 8, 2020, Cusato and Martin interviewed me at my home, one of many people they talked to. At the time, their project was close to completion — or so they thought. The coronavirus hit New York before the week was out, and the documentary was put on ice. I actually thought they’d abandoned it until just last month, when Cusato contacted me to let me know that, in the spirit of Farrell’s, they had stayed on the project, titled “Why Farrell’s?” and invited me to a private screening at the St. Francis College campus on Livingston Street in downtown Brooklyn. It was a great experience. Though several interviews remain to be done, and sound and lighting issues need to be worked out, “Why Farrell’s?” is outstanding, so accurately depicting the values that the bar is doing so much to preserve. My role was minor, but I’m proud to be part of what is truly a meaningful work of art.

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

It’s way too early to name things after Trump

Over the past few months, I’ve attended many social events, at which I shared a few drinks and conversation with friends from both political parties. Those gatherings have given me an open window into the rapidly emerging fracture among lifelong Republicans as well as the sharp divisions among Democrats. Democrats are always arguing, so it’s been the Republican fissures that have surprised me the most. Regardless of what the pollsters tell you, President Trump is tearing these lifelong partisans apart. There is division about the president’s arguments with the pope and deep concern about the impact of the war in Iran on the party’s chances in November. But the one issue that seems to evoke even more angst is Trump’s encouraging his name to be plastered on anything and everything that is brandable.

George Washington’s name appears

in all kinds of places across the country, including the national capital. The city was named after him while he was still in office, but he strongly opposed it and tried to block the effort when it was brought before Congress. Washington surrendered his military role when the Revolution ended, rejected efforts to have himself declared king and stepped down after two terms as president. His greatness was not only that he led the country, but that he declined a number of honors.

Let presidents serve. Let citizens judge. Let history name the buildings.

Have other presidents drawn the line? During Gerald Ford’s presidency, Congress passed a bill to name a federal building in Grand Rapids, Mich., after him. Ford refused to sign it, saying he knew of no federal building named for a president still in office and did not want to establish a precedent. President Harry Truman also resisted such honors, and once wrote emphatically that he had no desire to have roads, bridges or buildings named after him. His supporters wanted the Marshall Plan to bear his name, but Truman said the plan deserved the name of its author.

Clearly, the temptation to name things after politicians isn’t limited to one party. Members of Congress have long attached their names to federal buildings, courthouses, highways and bridges. Sen. Mitch McConnell has five buildings named after him in Kentucky.

And every president has been surrounded by supporters who want to flatter him, celebrate him and turn policy into legacy. The danger is especially high in our age of branding, social media and permanent campaigning. That is exactly why every president, irrespective of party, should draw the line when there is an effort to rename everything in sight after him. There is something unhealthy in a republic when a president uses public property to enlarge his own image. This isn’t a Republican or Democratic concern — it’s an American concern. The presidency belongs temporarily to one person, but the government belongs permanently to the people. Public buildings, passports, coins, agencies and national institutions should not become personal billboards for whoever hap-

pens to occupy the Oval Office.

There is also a moral difference between a grateful nation honoring a leader after history has had time to judge him, and a president accepting — or encouraging — public honors while he is in office. This isn’t a question of whether a president is admired. The pollsters have attested to the fact that Trump is supported by 85 percent of registered Republicans. But there will be ample time for our country to render honors unto this president and those who follow him.

We need to have a law that applies equally to all parties. That law should prohibit the naming of entities, structures and objects after a sitting president. It must apply equally to Trump and all those who follow him.

Our founders worried about this issue. They knew that republics can decay not only through force, but also through flattery. Let presidents serve. Let citizens judge. Let history name the buildings.

Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

Memorial Day means more than barbecues

Memorial Day weekend arrives each year with familiar signs that summer is finally at hand. Beaches begin to fill. Backyard grills fire up. Families and friends gather after months of work, school and routines that too often keep them apart. Across Long Island, from Jones Beach to Montauk, the holiday has long marked the unofficial beginning of a season people eagerly await.

There is nothing wrong with celebration. In many ways, that freedom to enjoy ordinary moments with the people we love is part of what generations of Americans fought to preserve.

But Memorial Day asks something more of us as well.

Especially as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Americans should remember that Memorial Day is not simply another three-day weekend on the calendar. It is one of the country’s most solemn observances — a day set aside to honor the men and women who died while serving in the United States military.

That distinction matters.

Veterans Day honors all who served. Armed Forces Day recognizes those currently in uniform. Memorial Day is specifically for those who never came home.

Their sacrifice stretches across every generation of American history. From the Revolutionary War to the Civil War,

from the beaches of Normandy to the mountains of Afghanistan, over 1 million service members gave their lives believing the country they defended was worth that sacrifice.

Many came from communities across Nassau and Suffolk counties. Their names appear on memorial plaques, downtown monuments and flags lining local streets. Long Island itself carries deep connections to America’s military history.

Roughly 1,180 Long Islanders died in World War II: 855 from Nassau and 325 from Suffolk. At least 552 service members lost their lives in the Vietnam War. After the Sept. 11 attacks, 56 Long Islanders died in Iraq and Afghanistan.

From Revolutionary War sites to Gold Star families who sacrificed during the wars of the past two decades, our region has long contributed to the nation’s service and sacrifice. Memorial Day offers communities an opportunity not only to recognize that history but also to share it with those of younger generations.

As America prepares to commemorate 250 years of independence in July, this Memorial Day carries even greater weight. Anniversaries often invite celebration, reflection and pride. But they should also invite humility. The freedoms Americans treasure did not sustain themselves across two and a half centuries. They endured because generation after generation answered a call to serve, often at extraordinary personal cost.

It can be easy for the deeper meaning of Memorial Day to become overshadowed by travel plans, social gatherings and retail sales. Modern life moves quickly, and holidays increasingly blur together into commercial events disconnected from their origins. But Memoria Day deserves more intentional remembrance — and that does not always require grand gestures.

Attending a local parade or remembrance ceremony before heading to a barbecue is one way to honor the fallen. Visiting a veterans’ memorial or cemetery and taking a few quiet moments to read the names engraved there is another. Americans can also observe the tradition of flying the flag at half-staff until noon, and share stories with children and grandchildren about relatives who served, ensuring that those stories are not lost.

Honoring sacrifice does not diminish the joy of the weekend. In fact, it deepens it. Gratitude gives meaning to celebration. A nation that remembers its fallen understands more clearly the value of the freedoms it enjoys. This year, amid the sound of waves, fireworks and laughter that will soon define the summer season, Americans should make room for remembrance, too. Memorial Day is not ultimately about the start of summer; it is about the cost of freedom, the weight of service and the obligation of a grateful nation never to forget those who gave everything in its defense.

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Some in Washington say

all’s well. Families know better.

The sticker shock Americans are feeling at the gas pump, in the grocery store, opening their utility bills and paying for health care aren’t some abstract political talking points. The high cost of living is a daily reality for many families trying to make it through the week.

Gas prices surged 15.6 percent this month, with regular gas sitting above $4.50 per gallon. Grocery prices made the biggest onemonth jump in nearly four years in April. Inflation is up to 3.8 percent, the highest in three years. For the first time since 2023, it’s outpacing wage growth. For millions of Americans, every trip to work, school, the grocery store or a doctor’s appointment now comes with a painful reminder that the cost of living keeps climbing.

Just last week, President Trump was quoted as saying, “I don’t think about

Americans’ financial situation — I don’t think about anybody.” Previously, he has called affordability, or a lack thereof, a “hoax.” Despite what he refuses to see, the cost of living is the defining issue facing this country right now.

F or many people, the affordability debate is about survival, not ideology.

The numbers tell the real story very clearly. A new Marist poll found that most Americans think their cost of living is not very affordable (44 percent) or not affordable at all (12 percent). More than six in 10 Americans do not believe the economy is working for them. Those aren’t partisan numbers. Those are kitchen-table realities.

Gas prices are a major reason why. The same poll confirmed that a whopping 81 percent of Americans say that current gas prices are putting at least some strain on their household budget. One-third say the strain is major. Only 19 percent say they feel no strain at all.

It’s not just gas prices, either; a reckless tariff policy has caused prices on everyday goods to skyrocket. Gutting green-energy projects has raised utility

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prices by cutting supply so it can’t meet demand. Our historic debt, created by the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” has massively driven up interest rates, making everything more expensive. Sky-high inflation has hit families from every direction.

All of these cost drivers, when put together, can feel insurmountable. Families are facing hard choices, and being forced to think twice about expenses they never considered before. For some that means cutting back on summer travel. For others it means buying less food at the grocery store. And for workers with long commutes, it means watching more and more of each paycheck disappear before they even get home.

Administration officials who continue to deny affordability as a major issue for Americans only grow more and more disconnected from what ordinary people are experiencing. Telling Americans to hit the road when gas is hovering above $4.50 per gallon, as our transportation secretary did two weeks ago,

is a little like telling struggling families not to worry about grocery bills while food prices continue to rise.

For many people, this debate is no longer about ideology. It’s no longer about Democrat vs. Republican, liberal vs. conservative, left vs. right. It’s about survival. Can they afford groceries this month? Can they afford their commute? Can they afford a family vacation, or even a weekend getaway?

That’s why affordability remains the central issue in the country today. Not political slogans. Not cable television arguments. Real life.

Washington can debate statistics and messaging strategies all day long. But families don’t experience the economy through press releases. They experience it every time they swipe a credit card, fill up their tank or open a utility bill.

And right now, too many Americans feel like they’re falling further behind. Now we must come together and work across the aisle to bring costs down for the American people. There is no mission more urgent.

Tom Suozzi represents the 3rd Congressional District.

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