Franklin Square/Elmont Herald 09-25-2025

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Art teacher led school’s 20th peace ceremony

By RENEE DeloRENZo rdelorenzo@liherald.com

Christine Randazzo has been on a mission to spread peace among Franklin Square students, many of whom she teaches art at John Street School, for more than two decades.

As a longtime artist and an advocate for world peace, Randazzo has hosted Pinwheels for Peace, a global art project in which students plant pinwheels on the school’s front lawn and pledge to share positivity and kindness with their community.

The initiative is held each year in anticipation of World Peace Day, also known as the International Day of Peace, celebrated annually on Sept. 21. This year’s ceremony, on Sept. 18, marked the 20th year Randazzo has coordinated the project at John Street.

“I thought it was an exciting thing to get my message out of peace through art,” she said. “I try to teach my kids that it’s all about the process, not the ConTinued on PAge 10

Dad’s Club creates positive learning space for men

By RENEE DeloRENZo rdelorenzo@liherald.com

The Elmont Memorial High School Dad’s Club is entering its fourth school year supporting fathers in the district with education, resources, and an outlet to share their feelings. The initiative aims to improve their mental health, provide guidance and help them better serve their families and community.

The club, which meets every other Thursday at the high school library on Ridge Road, is an extension of the Elmont Parent Teacher Student Association.

Jon Johnson, an Elmont father and chair of the club, has been spearheading the initiative since the summer of 2023, providing leadership and mentorship to more than 60 members.

Johnson recalled being approached by Lynette Battle, former president of the Elmont PTSA and current Elmont school board trustee, who was trying to organize the Dad’s Club but couldn’t get it off the ground. Because Johnson was already a mentor in the high school’s Men of Elmont program, Battle asked him to use those skills to lead the new group.

lyNETTE BATTlE former president, Elmont Memorial PTSA

Battle said she was inspired to start the Dad’s Club after attending a Long Island Knights volleyball game in Valley Stream in April 2022 with her son, Quincy Velez. Many Elmont students are on the team, which provides educational development for athletes. But after an evening discus-

sion with the players, Battle said several admitted they struggled to speak with their fathers about important topics such as religion, sexuality, or the many feelings they were experiencing.

“They felt their fathers were resistant to hearing them, or unavailable,” Battle said. “It weighed heavy on me.”

That was when Battle began brainstorming ways to address the problem. She approached other fathers in the district to lead the effort and launched the first meeting in the summer of 2022, but it was Johnson who stepped up to bring her vision to life a year later. Battle said there is a persis-

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John Street School staff and PTSA volunteers gathered for the 20th annual Pinwheels for Peace ceremony, which teaches students about kindness and empathy, on Sept. 18.

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Elmont district outlines plans for 2025-26 school year

By RENEE DeLORENZO

rdelorenzo@liherald.com

As the 2025–26 school year gets underway, the Elmont School District is moving forward with major changes that affect classrooms, family communication, and school leadership.

At the Sept. 9 Board of Education meeting, administrators highlighted curriculum expansions designed to deepen learning, new digital tools to better connect parents with schools, and staffing shifts following summer transitions. District leaders said these steps are aimed at creating stronger academic opportunities and smoother day-to-day operations across all six elementary schools.

Here are three things families should know about what’s ahead:

Curriculum updates bring new programs

Students are starting the year with a new science curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning. According to Dutch Broadway Principal Cynthia Qasim, each grade level will be responsible for caring for class pets — from betta fish in kindergarten to geckos in fifth grade — while engaging with reading and writing assignments tied to science content. The district also adopted the Nassau BOCES regional social studies curriculum, which Qasim says emphasizes analyzing primary and secondary documents and encourages more writing across subjects. In literacy, teachers now have quarterly reading and writing benchmarks to track progress, along with new inclusive texts for students to read and learn.

ParentSquare centralizes communication

According to Director of Technology Fernando DeBartolo, the district officially launched ParentSquare, a single platform replacing three separate systems used in past years, this fall. He said ParentSquare unifies teacher–parent messaging, districtwide announcements, and school websites into one streamlined service. Parents who download the app can view updates in a social media–style feed, DeBartolo continued, while those who do not sign up will still receive emails or texts, provided their contact information is current. The new district website, built into ParentSquare, will feature school-specific pages with event calendars, news, and even drone footage of each building. Translation tools offer access in more than 180 languages, DeBartolo added.

Staffng changes bring leadership transitions

Several administrative changes were approved at the September meeting. Pamela Stamidis was named Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and Rita Johnson was appointed Interim Director of English as a New Language. The district also made leadership shifts in school buildings following unexpected vacancies, including the reassignment of principals to ensure smooth openings. Superintendent Marlon Small emphasized that hiring processes for principals typically involve parents, teachers, and staff through broad-based interview committees. At the classroom level, he continued, the district continues to prioritize teachers with multiple certifications, especially in special education and ENL, to meet the needs of Elmont’s diverse student body.

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The Elmont Board of Education outlined curriculum updates, a new ParentSquare communication platform, and staffing changes to kick off the 2025–26 school year.

Dogfest 2025 celebrates pet companions

Howie’s Heart and Canine Companions collaborate for a day of dog-friendly fun and activities

By REI WOLFSOHN Correspondent

Dogfest 2025 highlighted local nonprofits Howie’s Heart, based in Franklin Square, and Canine Companions, offering dog lovers a day filled with fun, laughter and community spirit. The event was hosted at Marjorie R. Post Community Park in Massapequa Park on Sept. 13.

CHowie’s Heart handed out “pup cups” of whipped cream, while Canine Companions raised funds by letting dogs try an agility course. Visitors could also stop by a booth to have their pets painted or purchase artwork created by Picasso, a dog known as the second “DogVinci.”

anine Companions just does so much for dogs, and they really, truly care.

JamES CONkLIN Co-founder, Howie’s Heart

“Canine Companions just does so much for dogs, and they really, truly care,” said James Conklin, cofounder of Howie’s Heart. He said if a dog does not meet the requirements for service training, the nonprofit finds another role—whether as a pet or a personal companion.

One of those dogs was Darla, who won the day’s costume contest dressed as Eeyore. Her owner, Judy Carey, said the character was fitting for Darla, who was released from service dog training because of her shyness and preference for personal space. Carey and Darla were paired last October and are now an official therapy dog team. “She is a wonderful therapy dog and happy to be by my side,” Carey said.

Another therapy dog team at the event was artist Yvonne Dagger and her dog Picasso, who paints abstract works by holding a brush in his mouth with a wooden dowel. Picasso, like Darla, was released from Canine Companions training due to fears. Dagger said she began teaching him to paint after losing her previous therapy dog, also named Dagger, in early 2023. Together, she and Picasso now visit hospitals, rehabilitation centers and schools to comfort people in need.

Picasso’s cousin Eddie, who was decorated with pink polka dots, also made an appearance, arriving with Yvonne’s grandchildren, Annabel and Will. Annabel said her family’s dogs, Eddie and Cassidy, along with Walter, who died last year, bring her comfort. “Whenever I am upset the dogs cheer me up,” she said.

Volunteer Gina DeLuca said what stood out most about Dogfest was the energy. “So much positive energy in one place,” she said. “And the best was watching the dogs interact with each other. Truly adorable!”

Micah Schlendorf, left, and Laura Racioppi of Suffolk Credit Union present a $5,000 donation to Jessica Reiss and Matt O’Brien of Canine Companions.

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Organizers from Howie’s Heart, a Franklin Square-based charity, to celebrate partnership with Canine Companions during Dogfest 2025, hosted at Marjorie R. Post Community Park, in Massapequa Park, on Sept. 13.

Holding a paintbrush by a dowel, Picasso the therapy dog shows off the technique behind his abstract art.

Emily Stacy poses with her dog Benson, who joined the day’s festivities.

Amanda Kahl holds her dog Fang, one of many dressed for the occasion.

Sean Viniotis, top left, and Chris Gables introduce Athens the tortoise, a special guest among the dogs.

The Farmer’s Daughters

A farmer came in to see us with this dilemma. He had a working farm where his twenty something daughter and her husband were engaged full-time. His other daughter worked in the arts in New York City. He wanted to keep the farm in the family, but didn’t know how.

He initially wanted to leave the farm and his other assets to the two daughters in equal shares. We cautioned against this since, we advised, no one likes to do all the work and then split the profts. Additionally, real estate prices could be considerably higher on his death and there might not be enough money in the estate for the working daughter to buy out her sister. We also had to consider the sweat equity the young couple would be building up over the years working the farm. Here’s how the matter was ultimately resolved to the client’s satisfaction.

We deeded the farm now to the working daughter (not her and her husband quite yet) reserving a “life estate” in the farmer so that he had a right to live there for the rest of his

life while preserving his senior tax exemption on the property. We established the value of the property today, and made a bequest on his death, from the farmer’s living trust, of a like amount in cash to the sister before the balance of the trust was divvied up.

Now the young working couple are secure in their future, the non-working daughter gets her fair share of the estate and the farmer is protected in his rights for life. Most important of all, he has the peace of mind in knowing that the farm will stay in the family.

If you’re a business owner, and have one or more children working in the business, you have the same issues. We generally like to see the “working” children take over the business and other assets used to even out the estate distribution with the “non-working” children. Where there are not enough other assets to make the distribution even, then life insurance or a mortgage can be used for this purpose, or the “working” children can pay off the “nonworking” children over a period of years at a rate the family business can afford.

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Crime watCh

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According to authorities, Jean Joseph, 54, of Uniondale, was arrested for shoplifting at the Home Depot on Hempstead Turnpike, in Elmont, on Sept. 5 at 10:48 a.m.

Joanne Chiauzzi, 71, of Elmont, was arrested for shoplifting at the Target on Hempstead Turnpike, in Elmont, on Sept. 8 at 8:52 p.m., police said.

Police said John Stamatelo, 55, of Merrick, was arrested for shoplifting at the Home Depot on Hempstead Turnpike, in Elmont, on Sept. 9.

Zhaohang Wang, 61, of Franklin Square, was arrested for shoplifting at the Macys on Old Country Road, in East Garden City, on Sept. 7 at 12:40 p.m., according to police.

Authorities said Mark Ware, 47, of St. Albans, was arrested for shoplifting at

the Home Depot on Hempstead Turnpike, in Elmont, on Sept. 13 at 3:30 p.m.

According to police, Carlton Janmahamad, 56, of West Hempstead, was arrested for shoplifting at the Home Depot on Hempstead Turnpike, in Elmont, on Sept. 15 at 9:25 a.m.

Thomas Pisciotta, 70, of Franklin Square, was arrested for shoplifting at the Home Depot on Hempstead Turnpike, in Elmont, on Sept. 15 at 9:40 a.m., authorities said.

Claudette Lewis, 68, of Elmont, was arrested for shoplifting at the JC Penney on Old Country Road, in East Garden City, on Sept. 15 at 4:38 a.m., police said.

According to authorities, a victim reported two unknown men removed assorted items from the Home Depot on Hempstead Turnpike, in Elmont, on Sept. 17 at 11:47 a.m.

People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.

news brief

Police arrest man accused

A 30-year-old Elmont man was arrested after police said he allegedly set a chair on fire and damaged property during a disturbance late in the evening Sept. 19.

According to Nassau County police, officers responded to a home in Elmont after a 26-year-old woman who lives there received a text from a housemate concerned about screaming coming from her room around 11:45 p.m.

of arson, mischief

When officers arrived, they observed Mangat damaging property and took him into custody without incident, according to authorities. He was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment of minor lacerations, police said. No other injuries were reported.

Police said the woman, who was not home, then contacted Supreet Mangat via FaceTime. She claimed he was acting erratically and damaging her belongings, including setting a chair on fire.

Authorities said Mangat is charged with arson, criminal mischief and reckless endangerment. He was arraigned Sept. 20 at First District Court in Hempstead.

The investigation is ongoing, police said.

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Photographer captures American history

Thomas Cupolo’s photographs featuring Revolutionary War history displayed at Elmont library

The Elmont Memorial Library hosted an art reception for Garden City photographer Thomas Cupolo, whose work focuses on artifacts and historic locations connected to the Revolutionary War, on Sept. 14.

The afternoon gathering, hosted from 1 to 3 p.m., drew visitors from neighboring communities including Elmont, Malverne and Garden City.

Cupolo’s photography captures landmarks and relics that illuminate the country’s early history, blending artistry with education. His work has been exhibited in the Garden City Public Library, as well, and reflects his passion for connecting modern audiences with the nation’s revolutionary past.

Guests at the reception explored images that ranged from battlefield monuments to preserved artifacts, each framed through Cupolo’s lens of historical reverence.

Joining him at the event was his wife, Genevieve Cupolo, who shared her perspective as a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, a national nonprofit organization composed of descendants of individuals who contributed to the nation’s independence.

Genevieve spoke with guests about her family’s lineage and the DAR’s ongoing efforts to preserve historic memory and promote patriotism, adding a personal layer of context to her husband’s work.

The reception was part of the library’s ongoing effort to highlight local artists. Adult reference librarian Lee Gorray curates the gallery, bringing in a new artist each month to showcase a range of creative voices.

For more information about future exhibits, visit ElmontLibrary.org.

–Renee DeLorenzo

Genevieve Cupolo, Thomas’s wife, shares stories about being a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution as Carol Rosenthal, an attendee of Tom’s art reception, listens. The DAR is a national organization that aims to educate about early American history.

Alice Moreno/Herald photos

Guests of Thomas Cupolo’s art reception gathered in support of the local artist during the two-hour event at the Elmont Memorial Library on Sept. 14.

Cupolo, an artist from Garden City, stands proudly next to his artwork, which is on display at the Elmont Memorial Library first floor art gallery through September.

STEfaNO BOrSELLINO HEWLETT Senior FOOTBALL

A TWO-YEAR STARTING safety, Borsellino is no stranger to the high school gridiron. Only this year, he’s stepped into Hewlett’s starting quarterback role. So far, so good. In his first-ever start under center, Borsellino guided the Bulldogs to a 35-12 win over visiting Mineola in the Conference III opener Sept. 12. He passsed for 181 yards and two touchdowns and added 109 yards rushing and a score. He also booted three extra points.

GAMES TO WATCH

Friday, Sept. 26

Boys Soccer: Uniondale at Freeport 5 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Lynbrook at V.S. South 5 p.m.

Boys Soccer: V.S. North at Wantagh 5 p.m.

Football: Uniondale at Westbury 5 p.m.

Football: Elmont at Manhasset 6 p.m.

Boys Volleyball: Elmont at Sewanhaka 6:15 p.m.

Football: Hempstead at Massapequa 6:30 p.m.

Football: Herricks at Farmingdale 6:30 p.m.

Football: Freeport at Syosset 6:30 p.m.

Football: North Shore at Malverne 7 p.m.

Football: Lawrence at Carle Place 7 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 27

Girls Soccer: South Side at MacArthur 10 a.m.

Girls Soccer: Massapequa at Garden City 10 a.m.

Girls Soccer: Syosset at Oceanside 10 a.m.

Girls Soccer: Manhasset at Long Beach 1 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Glen Cove at Hewlett 1 p.m.

Football: Kennedy at Calhoun 2 p.m.

Football: East Meadow at Garden City 2 p.m.

Football: Hewlett at Wantagh 2 p.m.

Football: Long Beach at Mepham 2 p.m.

Football: Carey at South Side 2 p.m.

Football: Port Washington at Oceanside 2 p.m.

Football: Sewanhaka at Clarke 6:30 p.m.

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Elmont falls at home to Wantagh

By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

Yielding an early touchdown for a second consecutive week is a trend Wantagh head coach Keith Sachs wants to see broken immediately, but at the same time he’s been impressed by the new-look Warriors’ resiliency.

After Elmont scored last Saturday’s game-opening possession, it failed to finish another drive and had no answer for Wantagh’s Luke Martini, Joe Nicholson an offensive line largely responsible for five unanswered touchdowns and a 35-7 Nassau Conference III football victory.

Martini, a sophomore, did all of his damage after halftime rushing for four scores, the longest of which covered 78 yards midway through the third quarter two plays after junior Joe Adamo’s pivotal fumble recovery and put the visitors ahead, 21-7.

“I couldn’t have done it without the boys up front,” said Martini, who finished with 195 yards on the ground and added an interception in the fourth quarter that led to his final touchdown. “Halftime we needed to make a few adjustments, and we did. One goal we have every week is to try to go up two scores because it’s hard for a team to come back from that against us.”

Eight days earlier, Martini had three touchdowns — one receiving — as the Warriors (2-0) pulled away late from Valley Stream North for a 28-13 home win after spotting the Spartans six early points.

“Getting punched in the mouth early seems to be our M.O. so far,” Sachs said. “We’ve had two sluggish starts for whatever reason and that’s something we need to fix. These kids work hard and they’re always going to battle. It’s good to see them fight back.”

Elmont (0-2) took the opening kickoff and drove 60 yards to lead 7-0 on senior Justin Reid’s 4-yard touchdown run but had few highlights thereafter except for a sensational one-handed interception by senior quarterback/cornerback Aiden Barnes in the second quarter.

“Wantagh executed and we didn’t,”

Elmont head coach Tom Innes said. “First half was fine. Second half we just didn’t execute and their offensive line pushed us around a little bit.

“We’re in a position now where we’ve gotta get a win,” he added. “We have Manhasset next and we need that game.”

Nicholson’s second-effort touchdown run in the second quarter tied the game at 7 following the first of five successful extra-point kicks by sophomore tight end/linebacker Brendon Wood. Nicholson bounced off several tackles at the line of scrimmage and raced for 40 of his 136 all-purpose yards.

Martini and the offensive line consisting of seniors Thomas Christoforidis, Ryan Martone and Shane Adee,

junior Patrick Forthofer and sophomore Vincenzo Fullone owned the second half. Christoforidis, Adee and Nicholson all had sacks of Barnes, who had the Spartans knocking on the door on their first possession of the second half before the fumble.

“I saw the ball pop loose and it was laying on the ground for a few seconds before I fell on it,” Adamo said.

Wantagh, the Nassau Conference IV and Long Island Class IV champions last season, won its seventh consecutive game and will look for its 22nd victory in its last 25 when Hewlett visits for Homecoming this Saturday at 2 p.m.

Junior Elijah Davis rushed for 85 yards for Elmont, which travels to Manhasset Friday for a 6 p.m. kickoff.

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Junior Elijah Davis had 85 yards on the ground but the Spartans fell to 0-2 after losing at home to Wantagh last Saturday.

Hempstead Town Board reappoints Ferretti

By CHARLES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

The Hempstead Town Board reconfirmed the appointment of Interim Supervisor John Ferretti at its Sept. 16 meeting, a move officials said was necessary to protect taxpayers from a lawsuit challenging Ferretti’s initial appointment last month.

Ferretti was initially appointed on Aug. 5, the day Supervisor Don Clavin resigned. Town officials said the reappointment was meant to shield taxpayers from what they called a “frivolous and politically motivated” lawsuit filed last month in Nassau County Supreme Court by Democratic supervisor candidate Joseph Scianablo.

The lawsuit claims Republican officials violated the state’s Public Officers Law, which requires 24 hours’ public notice for resolutions scheduled at meetings. Scianablo contends that the appointment was prearranged, pointing to Ferretti’s acknowledgment that both Clavin’s resignation and his appointment were planned days earlier.

The agenda for the Aug. 5 meeting did not list the resignation or appointment, but it did reallocate Clavin’s salary to cover Ferretti’s new role, according to Scianablo.

Brian Devine, the town’s director of communications, said Ferretti’s original appointment was “proper and lawful,” and described Scianablo’s lawsuit as “meritless.”

“By confirming the appointment of Supervisor Ferretti and reaffirming all resolutions from Aug. 5, the Town Board has rendered this cynical lawsuit moot and protected residents from unnecessary costs,” Devine stated in a news release.

State Supreme Court Justice Gary Carlton had scheduled a Sept. 18 hearing and approved subpoenas for Hempstead officials and records, but Steven A. Loquestro, an attorney representing town officials, filed to stay the proceeding on Sept. 16, arguing that Ferretti’s reappointment made the case moot.

Before the vote, Ferretti recused himself while the board discussed the resolution. Councilwoman Laura Ryder said the reappointment was not necessary, maintaining that the Aug. 5 meeting had followed the

law, but supported the reappointment to put an end to what she called a “frivolous lawsuit.”

“We will not let our residents suffer financially to perpetuate someone’s political agenda,” Ryder said. “That’s why I support taking this action openly and transparently, to make clear that our supervisor has been properly appointed.”

During the public comment period, several residents weighed in on the resolution. Some supported Ferretti, saying he had earned the position, while others argued that the appointment was improper and invalid.

Among the speakers was Scianablo, who called the Aug. 5 appointment a “backroom deal,” claiming the resolution to reappoint Ferretti was “an unmistakable admission” that the board had broken the law.

“The fact that we’re standing here today for a revote proves it,” Scianablo said. “Ferretti and every council member who voted for this sham appointment must be held accountable.”

Scianablo, of Garden City, is a Marine veteran and a former New York City police officer. The Nassau County Democratic Party says he brings leadership, integrity and compassion to the race.

Devine said that Ferretti, of Levittown, has been leading “with integrity and commitment” to Hempstead residents. Ferretti previously represented Levittown, Bethpage, North Massapequa, and parts of Farmingdale as a Nassau County legislator.

“The people of Hempstead deserve government that works for them — not baseless distractions or political games at their expense,” Devine said. “The board’s decisive action today ensures that we can continue to move forward without interference from frivolous litigation.”

Herald file photo/Courtesy Town of Hempstead

John Ferretti was appointed Interim Town Supervisor on Aug. 5, the day former Supervisor Don Clavin resigned.

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John Street pledges peace with pinwheels

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An art teacher who has worked in the district for more than 25 years, Randazzo, now in her 60’s, uses her artistic vision to encourage students to be kinder and more empathetic to one another.

She begins her lessons on world peace at the start of the school year, teaching empathy by asking students to put themselves in other people’s shoes and imagining how they would feel if someone made mean comments to them. The unit culminates with the Pinwheels for Peace ceremony.

This year, 466 pinwheels were planted, Randazzo said, each symbolizing a promise made by a John Street student to show compassion to others, as well as to the wider community.

The ceremony, attended by Franklin Square Superintendent Jared Bloom, Board of Education Trustee Anna McCombs and Assemblyman Ed Ra, began with classes gathering at the entrance to the school, as students picked up a pinwheel from PTSA volunteers — along with peace medallion necklaces donated by Randazzo’s husband, John — and marched to a large peace sign she spray-painted on the front lawn. Students then planted the pinwheels along the sign’s perimeter and inner lines, filling it in class by class.

At the entrance of the school was a nearly 10-foot tall sculpture made of 250 tie-dyed balloons, shaped in a peace sign, created by PTSA volunteer Vivienne Maldonado. She made it in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the event for students and teachers to snap photos and spread the message of peace with friends and family.

“Mrs. Randazzo does so much for the kids,” said Maldonado, a PTSA member for six years. “She especially inspires my daughter, and I just felt like it was something I wanted to give back to Mrs. Randazzo for the years that she’s been doing this.”

Maldonado said she worries that people have lost sight of what peace looks like in today’s complicated world. Events like Pinwheels for Peace, she said, give students a clearer vision of what the world could be if people shared more positivity.

Randazzo agreed, saying she often watches the news and is disturbed by the “horrible” things she hears each night. That’s why, she explained, she works to foster positive feelings among her students early on, so they can grow into peaceful adults.

“It’s just a matter of talking about being kind and modeling it for them,” she said.

Thomas Riccobono, John Street’s principal for 11 years, said students look forward to the ceremony every year.

“There’s a lot of love for art,” he said. “The kids really take pride in showing their love of the school and making it beautiful.”

The symbolic planting of the pinwheels, Riccobono added, shows how each student contributes a single piece to create a whole picture.

Students also colored doves with short peace pledges, which were hung in the school lobby, and signed a large peace banner.

For Riccobono, teaching children about peace helps them grow into better citizens of the community, and the world. “They’re at that precious age of innocence,” he said. “They’re going to be future leaders, politicians and teachers. There’s always hope that they’re going to pay this wonderful experience in elementary school forward.”

John Randazzo, who has lived in Franklin Square for nearly six decades, said it is more important than ever for students to understand peace, and why the future depends on it.

He said he has noticed a change in community sentiment over the last five years, since the pandemic. People seem colder, he said, and he worries about future generations facing more violence and division. “All these little faces you look at — this is your future generation,” he said. It keeps getting more important every year that we celebrate peace.”

He added that many of his wife’s for-

mer students return to the school and share fond memories of her, which shows him that she has accomplished her goal.

Throughout the two-hour-long ceremony, students approached her to express their love and appreciation for her efforts. Some told her she was the best teacher they had ever had, and said they were grateful for a leader who cared so deeply.

Several PTSA volunteers said that Randazzo’s leadership is felt throughout the school. Debra DiStasio, who has volunteered in the school’s Intensive Support Program for students with special needs since 2017, said that the lessons of peace and kindness resonate strongly with her. Two of her three children have special needs, she said, and she hopes initiatives like this combat bullying and foster inclusiveness.

“I love the fact that Mrs. Randazzo instills in the role of the school lessons like love, peace and no more bullying,” DiStasio said.

Danielle Epp, a PTSA member for eight years, said this year’s ceremony

was bittersweet, because her daughter will graduate from John Street next June. She described Randazzo as an exceptional teacher who cares deeply about her students. Many parents don’t realize how much effort she puts into events like this one, Epp added, and she hopes she receives recognition for her dedication.

“She always puts the kids first,” Epp said. “I love that about her, and what she did here is amazing.”

Randazzo said she was grateful for the community’s support and thanked the PTSA, fellow teachers, administrators, custodians and, most important, her students for making the event a success.

“The incredible amount of support I get from this school is unsurpassed,” she said, adding that the district’s art and music programs have created a constructive environment for projects like Pinwheels for Peace. “I feel like art needs to be heard more in elementary schools.”

Renee DeLorenzo/Herald photos

Students gathered around the giant peace sign on the front lawn of John Street School after the first pinwheels were planted.

Christine randazzo, longtime John Street School art teacher, with a laminated copy of a Herald article from 2005, when she hosted the first pinwheels for peace.

members of the intensive Support program class with the 10-foot tie-dye peace sign balloon sculpture during the pinwheels for peace celebration.

Ryder Cup set to tee off at Bethpage Black

Governor Hochul announces that the course will host two PGA championships in next eight years

By LUKE FEENEY lfeeney@liherald.com

After years of preparation, the Ryder Cup is about to begin at Bethpage Black. And Long Island golf fans can anticipate even more championship golf coming to one of the country’s most popular public courses.

While visiting the Farmingdale course on Sept. 17, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that Bethpage Black will also host the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship in 2028, and the PGA Championship in 2033.

“I don’t look at it just as an economic boost,” Hochul said. “I look at it as a point of pride.”

Hochul, who added that the PGA Championship will be played at Oak Hill Country Club, in Rochester, in 2035, said that she “could not be prouder,” that the state is a home to golf “and always will be.”

Bethpage Black hosted its first PGA Championship in 2019, when Brooks Koepka won his second PGA title. The last time the women’s championship was played in the state was at the Westchester Country Club in Harrison, in 2015; this is the first time it will be played at Bethpage Black.

“Bringing the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship to Bethpage Black is a significant milestone,” PGA of America President Don Rea said, adding that it reflects the PGA’s “commitment to staging this event at premier courses in major markets.”

PGA of America, based in Frisco, Texas, hosts the Ryder Cup and other major golf tournaments in the United States. This year’s biennial tournament, a matchup of the top golfers in the U.S. and Europe, is set for this weekend, beginning Friday.

A week before the first competitors teed off, Ryder

At Bethpage Black on Sept. 17, Gov. Kathy Hochul — above with Derek Sprague, CEO of PGA of America — announced that the course will also host the 2028 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and the 2033 PGA Championship.

Cup Shops hosted a grand opening for the public, last Friday through Monday. Team U.S. fans can choose from over 1,500 items from more than 50 vendors at the 61,800-square-foot temporary pavilion, near Bethpage Black’s main spectator entrance. Tournament tickets are not required, and this week the shops will be open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.

Ryder Cup Shops has 70 registers and a large queuing area for customers, so fans can pick up merchan-

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2025

8:00 A.M. TO 10:00 A.M.

The Heritage Club at Bethpage

dise and get back to the competition quickly. There are 10 full-time staffers, 20 interns and 1,200 volunteers, according to Michael Quirk, the chief commercial officer of merchandising for Legends Global, the company overseeing tournament merchandise.

“We’ve been told the expected number (of fans) for the Ryder Cup is north of 50,000” per day, Quirk said. “When we talk about a structure this big, there’s a reason for it. This is a machine that is really built to make sure that the best premium retail experience is actually possible this week.”

Join Us!

For more than 100 years the American Red Cross on Long Island has helped the community prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies.

HONORING

COMMUNITY IMPACT HERO

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FIRST RESPONDER HEROES

Offcers Timothy Deegan and Matthew Walling

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP HERO

Dr. Tochi Iroku-Malize

DISASTER HERO

Jennifer Keane

MILITARY HERO

Mel Cohen

YOUTH HEROES

Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein

The American Red Cross Heroes Celebration is the signature fundraising event for the American Red Cross on Long Island, serving Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Event Co-chairs: James Quent, Greg Lavine, and Jennifer Solomon

For tickets, sponsorships, journal ads and to learn more, please visit redcross.org/LIheroes

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Septemebr 25, 2025

Students and staff at Covert Avenue School joined

Post 1033 for a Sept. 11 Patriot Day tribute.

Covert Avenue students honor 9/11 heroes

Covert Avenue School students and staff joined members of American Legion Post 1033 on Sept. 11 for the school’s annual Patriot Day tribute, according to a news release from the district.

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Principal Alison Gunn welcomed students, staff and veterans before the raising of the flag, the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for local veterans, the news release said.

The fifth grade chorus, directed by

music teacher Sheryl Turk, performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “American Tears.” Assistant Principals Valerie Donoghue and Jessica Trione offered reflection and a tribute poem, the news release said, emphasizing remembrance and unity.

Students also created commemorative hats and participated in classroom lessons to deepen their understanding of the historical importance of Sept. 11. –Renee DeLorenzo

Courtesy Elmont Union Free School District

veterans from American Legion

STEPPING OUT

Totally 80s Tribute To The Legends

Prepare to crank up the volume and turn back the clock for a high-energy night of neon nostalgia at Totally 80s — a celebration of the decade that gave us big hair and bigger hits.

American Chamber Ensemble at 60

A legacy of harmony

By Abbey Salvemini

The American Chamber Ensemble (ACE), Hofstra University’s esteemed ensemble-in-residence, reaches a musical milestone: its 60th anniversary. To commemorate six decades of musical excellence, ACE invites everyone to special anniversary concert.

The celebratory performance, upcoming on Oct. 12, at Hofstra’s Helene Fortunoff Theater, is sure to be vibrant musical occasion that exemplifies what the ensemble does so well.

ACE was founded in 1965 by two visionary young Long Island mothers — pianist Blanche Abram and clarinetist Naomi Drucker, a proud member of Hofstra University’s Class of 1957. Driven by a shared passion for music and a desire to continue performing while raising their families, then young mothers Abram and Drucker began presenting intimate concerts in local libraries and churches.

“Touring wasn’t an option for them,” explains current ACE director pianist Marilyn Lehman ’75, who is also on Hofstra’s music faculty. “ACE was the compromise that allowed them to share their artistry with audiences here on Long Island.”

What began as a grassroots effort quickly blossomed into something much greater. Over the decades, ACE evolved into a nationally acclaimed ensemble, with performances gracing prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall and the National Gallery of Art. Despite this widespread recognition, both founders remained deeply rooted in their community. Abram and Drucker often expressed that the ensemble’s growth and longevity were made possible by the unwavering support of their local audiences — a loyal and appreciative community they credited as the heart of ACE’s enduring success.

“American Chamber Ensemble has been bringing diverse programs to Hofstra University, combining strings, winds, piano and voice for decades,” Tammy Hensrud, coordinator of vocal studies and adjunct professor of voice at Hofstra, shares. Hensrud has been with ACE since its founding and will also be performing that day.

Throughout the decades, the ensemble has delivered exceptional chamber music, while nurturing Hofstra talent and promoting local composers.

“It feels fantastic that we can carry on with our work,” Lehman says. Lehman and Mindy Dragovich — ACE’s clarinetist and assistant director — both studied under Drucker and Abram, who were also their instructors during their time at Hofstra. Both women, who are also mothers, continue to carry on the legacy of their mentors, who balanced motherhood with their musical careers and inspired a new generation to do the same.

The audience can look forward to a diverse repertoire and perfomances at this concert — featuring dancers, a chorus and current students. ACE offers up a dynamic program, including Leonard Bernstein’s ‘Make Our Garden Grow,’ as well as works by Beethoven, André Messager, Steven Gerber and Schumann. A special highlight is an eight-hand piano piece from Faust, showcasing the ensemble’s collaborative spirit. The performance also includes dancer Jessica Levin, who has choreographed a work to accompany Gerber’s Cocktail Music for solo piano.

• Sunday, Oct. 12, 3 p.m.

• Helene Fortunoff Theater, Hofstra University’s Monroe Lecture Center, California Avenue, South Campus

• Admission is free; registration requested

• Visit events.hofstra.edu or call (516) 463-5669

Special guest artists include the Hofstra Chamber Choir directed by Dr. David Fryling; mezzo-soprano Hensrud, soprano Karen DiMartino ’07, baritone Andrew DiMartino, and violist Todd Lowe.

“I wanted to have a collaboration with the music department because they have supported us for all these years. So I brought back some of my students to perform,” Lehman adds.

Uniondale resident and Hofstra student violinist Jared Mercado earned the opportunity to play with the ensemble through a competitive audition. He joins Lehman on stage to perform a Beethoven sonata. It’s a fun and inspiring experience for everyone, especially for those students in the audience who see their classmates and music faculty perform together.

Neither ACE’s founders nor its current musicians have ever considered their Hofstra residency to be perfunctory.

“Having our home base at Hofstra means students aren’t just sitting in an audience at our concerts,” Lehman says. “They know us. They learn and perform with us, and we build meaningful relationships with them.”

She further emphasizes the value of having a dedicated cultural space within the community where local folks can experience classical chamber concerts.

“Our mission was to bring professional artists and traditional repertoire up close and in the neighborhood,” Lehman continues.

As the ensemble celebrates this milestone, its members also look ahead with renewed purpose. The group remains committed to its founding ideals: bringing world-class chamber music to the community, fostering the next generation of musicians and building meaningful connections through performance.

This 60th anniversary concert is not only a tribute to the past but also a joyful step into the future of an ensemble that continues to inspire, educate and unite through the power of music.

Featuring powerhouse performances by Bon Journey NY, Rock of 80’s and All About Joel, this electrifying concert takes you through the greatest ‘80s hits, from arena rock to synth-pop and everything in between. Keeping the party going between sets, DJ Jeff Nec spins some tracks. In the spirit of honoring creative excellence, the evening also spotlights the recipient of the Ted Fass Music Scholarship, awarded to an incoming music student at Molloy University who exemplifies the legacy of Ted Fass — a pioneer and visionary in the entertainment industry, and cornerstone of the Rockville Centre community.

Saturday, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $55. Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Tickets available at madisontheatreny. org or (516) 323-4444.

‘…We will rock you’ Get ready to sing along — Queenmania is back on Long Island. Almost Queen, the acclaimed tribute band, returns to the Paramount stage, bringing with them the soaring vocals, electrifying guitar riffs, and theatrical flair that defined one of rock’s most legendary groups. Not just another cover band, their performances are carefully crafted to honor the spirit of Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor while delivering a concert experience that feels fresh and alive. The lineup features Joseph Russo as the dynamic and charismatic Mercury, Steve Leonard as guitar virtuoso May, Randy Gregg as bassist Deacon, and John Cappadona as drummer Taylor. Together, they recreate Queen’s iconic sound with impeccable four-part harmonies, precise musical interludes, and the kind of stage energy that pulls audiences to their feet.

Saturday, Oct. 4, 8 p.m.

$108.75, $98.25, $76.25, $64.75, $54.25, $48.75. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Photos courtesy Marilyn Lehman

Mindy Dragovich, left, Erika Sato, Chris Finckel, Marilyn Lehman, and Deborah Wong carry forward the legacy started by its founders.

The American Chamber Ensemble with Blanche Abram, left, current ACE director Marilyn Lehman and Naomi Drucker.

Photo courtesy Hofstra University

Marilyn Lehman at the piano.

YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR

SEPT

25

On stage Adelphi University’s Department of Theater presents Samuel D. Hunter’s “The Harvest.” The a gripping, emotionally nuanced exploration of faith, family, and identity asks us to open our hearts and minds to the mystery of what it is to be human. Five young Christian evangelicals in a church basement in Idaho Falls are preparing themselves for a mission to the Middle East. One of them, Josh, is reeling after the death of his father, and has bought a one-way ticket with no plans to return. But when his estranged sister returns to Idaho Falls to stop him, the choice to leave becomes more complicated.

• Where: Adelphi University Black Box Theatre, 1 South Ave., Garden City

• Time: 6:30 p.m.; through Sept. 28, times vary

• Contact: adelphi.edu/pac or call (516) 877-4000

SEPT

Rock Out Cures XVII

Yes: ‘The Fragile 2025 Tour’

Franklin Square street fair

The fall street fair returns to Franklin Square for a day of family, shopping and fun! With food trucks, bouncy houses, pony rides and a petting zoo. Parking and admission are free.

• Where: 191 Franklin Ave.

• Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: (516) 442-6000 or NassauCountyFairs.com

Art explorations

Show support for local charities with Rock Out Cures, a multi-band concert to beneft multiple charities at Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant. Rain or shine. $20 donation to be paid at the door. Kids ages 17 and under get in free.

• Where: 1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square

• Time: 3:30-10:30 p.m.

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

27 Pollinators

Nassau County Museum of Art invites families to a Super Family Saturday program. Celebrate pollinators with us with museum educators. Enjoy story time, honey tasting, art making, and learn about native plants with a North Shore Audubon expert on the museum’s grounds. $20 nonmember adults, $10 members and children.

• Where: Manes Center, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

• Time: Session 1, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Session 2, 1-2:30 p.m.

• Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337

SEPT

28

A tribute to Barry Manilow Plaza Theatrical presents Jay Gates with his tribute to Barry Manilo. He performs classics like “Copacabana,” Can’t Smile Without You,” and “Even Now” at Elmont Memorial Library. Tickets start at $40.

• Where: 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont

Get ready to experience an unforgettable evening of Yes at its best, on the Paramount stage, featuring its existential prog masterworks and instrumental pyrotechnics. A pioneer of progressive rock, Yes has achieved worldwide success through a prolifc and enduring music career spanning 45 years and 20 studio albums. With an ever growing fan base, Yes continues to electrify audiences with its daunting virtuosity, cosmic lyrics, complex musical textures and powerful lead vocals. The band — currently comprising Steve Howe on guitars and vocals, Geoff Downes on keyboards, Jon Davison on vocals and acoustic guitar, Billy Sherwood on bass guitar and vocals, and Jay Schellen on drums — performs their iconic 1971 album “Fragile” in its entirety as part of this tour. Fans can look forward to hearing classic tracks such as “Roundabout,” “Long Distance Runaround,” and “Heart of the Sunrise,” alongside other gems from their extensive and celebrated catalog.

Converse, collaborate and create with kids at Family Saturdays at Nassau County Museum of Art when it resumes following the summer hiatus. Get inspired by the art and objects in the galleries and then join educators at the Manes Center to explore and discover different materials to create your own original artwork. Kids and adults connect while talking about and making art together. A new project is featured every week. $20 adult, $10 child. For ages 2-14. Registration required. $20, $10 child; members free.

• Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

• Time: 8 p.m.

“Fragile” holds a special place in Yes’s discography, as it not only propelled the band to headline status in the U.S. but also distinguished itself with its unique blend of musical artistry. According to Steve Howe, the collaboration with co-producer Eddie Offord during this period helped the band reach new creative heights. This tour romises to merge the auditory and visual aspects that have always distinguished Yes as a band. The concert features a video wall displaying AI-generated interpretations of Roger Dean’s iconic album artwork, designed back in 1971. Tickets are $152.25, $129.75, $118.75, $108.75, $86.50.

• Time: 2:30 p.m.

• Contact: plazatheatrical.com or call the main box office at (516) 599-6870

Franklin Square Library Board meets

The public is invited to attend the library’s Board of Trustees meeting.

• Where: Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square

• Time: 6-8:30 p.m.

• Contact: FranklinSquarePL. org or call (516) 488-3444

SEPT

Sewanhaka Board of Education meets Attend the Sewanhaka School District Board of Education meeting.

• Where: Sewanhaka High School, 500 Tulip Ave., Floral Park

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: SewanhakaSchools. org or call (516) 488-9800

OCT

1

Howie’s Heart informational meeting

Interested in spreading joy this holiday season?

Attend Howie’s Heart Holiday Cheer Bus information meeting. Learn how to become a part of the Elf Team, deliver gifts to kids with cancer and other illnesses, play festive games and lead scavenger hunts, and spread kindness and holiday cheer! Registration required.

• Where: Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Road, Franklin Square

• Time: 7-8:30 p.m.

• Contact: HowiesHeart.org

Are you game?

Bring some friends and make some new ones at Elmont Memorial Library. Many games to choose from. All are are non-instructional and open to anyone!

• Where: 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont

• Time: 1:30-4:30 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.

• Contact: ElmontLibrary.org, or call (516) 354-5280

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

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

OCT

2

Little Learners Art Lab

Each week in this engaging workshop, participants are introduced to hands-on materials, artmaking, and inspiration from artists and techniques. Young kids, ages 2-5, build critical thinking skills, expand vocabulary, and support imaginations as they play, create and explore. This week create silly character puppets. $4 with museum admission.

• Where: Museum Row, Garden City

• Time: 11:30 a.m.-noon

• Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

OCT

4

Oktoberfest Fundraiser

Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department hosts a fundraiser in honor of the seasonal German celebration. A $50 donation is required for adults 21 years and older, and $25 for anyone under. Tickets include food, raffles, live music and a sports auction.

• Where: Fire Headquarters, 841 Liberty Place, Franklin Square

• Time: 6-11 p.m.

• Time: Noon-3 p.m.

• Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337

OCT

8

Franklin Square Civic Association meeting

The Franklin Square Civic Association invites everyone to its general meeting. All residents are welcome to help improve the community!

• Where: Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Road

• Time: 7-8:45 p.m.

• Contact: Visit FSQCivic.org

Having an event?

Items on the Calendar page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to kbloom@ liherald.com.

Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, -againstJEAN ZACARY JOSSELIN, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Offce of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 23, 2025, wherein NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE

SERVICING is the Plaintiff and JEAN ZACARY JOSSELIN, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, NORTH SIDE STEPS, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 8, 2025 at 2:00PM, the premises known as 750 MEACHAM AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003; tax map identifcation 32-699-30; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ELMONT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment Index No.: 601062/2024. Brian J. Davis, Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 155526

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2007-OPT1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,

SERIES 2007-OPT1, -againstLESLY TURNIER, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Offce of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 23, 2025, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2007OPT1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-OPT1 is the Plaintiff and LESLY TURNIER, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 8, 2025 at 2:00PM, the premises known as 1662 WOODSTOCK STREET, ELMONT, NY 11003; tax map identifcation 32-605-242; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ELMONT, IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment Index No.: 620320/2023. Georgia Papazis, Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 155524

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff - against - SHIRLEY GARTNER, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on March 1, 2024. I, the

undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on the 9th day of October, 2025 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Floral Park, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Premises known as 100 Geranium Avenue, Floral Park, NY 11001. (S/B/L#: 32./188/41 and 42)

Approximate amount of lien $782,990.97 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 000151/2018. Karen C. Grant, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

Dated: August 11, 2025

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 155605

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF NASSAU

DEUTSCHE BANK

NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2006-3, MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH

CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3, -againstRAMON FRANCISCO, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Offce of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 18, 2025, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2006-3, MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH

CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3 is the Plaintiff and RAMON FRANCISCO, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, NORTH SIDE STEPS, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 22, 2025 at 3:00PM, the premises known as 165 RANDOLPH AVENUE, FRANKLIN SQUARE, NY 11010; tax map identifcation 35-21-102 & 238; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT FRANKLIN SQUARE, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment Index No.: 602425/2023. Thomas R. Scanlon, Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 155769

LEGAL NOTICE

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

SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET MORTGAGE INVESTMENTS II TRUST 2006-AR8 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-AR8, -againstPUBLIC

ADMINISTRATOR OF NASSAU COUNTY, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Offce of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 27, 2025, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET MORTGAGE INVESTMENTS II TRUST 2006-AR8 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-AR8 is the Plaintiff and PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF NASSAU COUNTY, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, NORTH SIDE STEPS, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 20, 2025 at 2:30PM, the premises known as 44 CARNEGIE AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003; tax map identifcation 32-359-20-22 AND 67; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ELMONT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment Index No.: 600402/2018. Oscar A. Prieto, Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social

distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 155773

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN

TRUST AND FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-ASAP3, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, -againstWILLIE MAE POUNCY, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Offce of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 27, 2025, wherein HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST AND FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-ASAP3, ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES is the Plaintiff and WILLIE MAE POUNCY, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, NORTH SIDE STEPS, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 20, 2025 at 4:00PM, the premises known as 14 KEIL STREET, ELMONT, NY 11003; tax map identifcation 37-381-95, 103, 104 & 105; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ELMONT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment Index No.: 616643/2023.

Thomas A Montiglio Jr., Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900

Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 155775

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY ELM CAPITAL LLC, Plaintiff against LEON THOMAS, et al

Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s)

The Frank Law Firm P.C. 71 New St Huntington NY 11743 (516) 246-5577

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated October 23, 2017 and recorded October 25, 2017, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on October 17, 2025 at 3:00PM All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being, and identifed on the land and tax map of the County of Nassau in the State of New York. Premises known as Section 32 Block 379 Lot 0114. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment Index No 605736/2016. Tony D’Anzica, Esq., Referee 155733

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, -againstMAHMOOD ALI, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Offce of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on September 20, 2024, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and MAHMOOD ALI, ET AL., are the Defendants. 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, NORTH SIDE STEPS, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 21, 2025 at 2:00PM, the premises known as 276 BENSON AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003; tax map identifcation 32-493-81, 82 & 83; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment Index No.: 617170/2019. Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 155767

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 57-2025

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 16th day of September, 2025, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 57-2025, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 57-2025, 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: September 16, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE

Courtesy Jon Johnson

members of the elmont memorial High School dad’s Club, which meets every other thursday and has grown to more than 60 members since launching in 2022, gather to support fathers providing resources, mentorship, and community involvement.

TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

JOHN FERRETTI

Supervisor

KATE MURRAY

Supervisor Town Clerk 155874

LEGAL NOTICE

CASE NO. 21527

RESOLUTION NO.

903-2025

Adopted: September 16, 2025

Senior Councilmember Goosby offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION

ESTABLISHING AND 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.

WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 894-2025, adopted September 3, 2025, a public hearing was duly held on the 16th day of September, 2025, 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 fnds 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:

EAST ATLANTIC BEACH

MOHAWK AVENUEeast side, starting at a point 299 feet south of the south curbline of Beech Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-358/25)

ELMONT CLEMENT AVENUEeast side, starting at a point 243 feet south of the south curbline of Hempstead Turnpike, south for a distance of 17 feet.

(TH-406/25)

HERBERT AVENUEwest side, starting at a point 176 feet north of the north curbline of Pelham Street, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-380/25)

THEODORA STREETnorth side, starting at a point 50 feet east of the east curbline of Litchfeld Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-372/25)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

BARRYMORE BOULEVARD - east side, starting at a point 3 feet south, opposite the south curbline of Drew Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-357/25)

(NR)VALLEY STREAM

ELIZABETH STREET -

west side, starting at a point 24 feet north of the north curbline of Alden Avenue, north for a distance of 19 feet.

(TH-368/25)

UNIONDALE

NORTHGATE COURTnorth side, starting at a point 50 feet west of the west curbline of Northgate Drive, west for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-396/25) BARRY PLACE - east side, starting at a point 124 feet south of the south curbline of Susan Place, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-397/25) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons:

EAST ATLANTIC BEACH

CLAYTON AVENUEeast side, starting at a point 72 feet south of the south curbline of Beech Street, south for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH-369/24 - 9/17/14)

(TH-369(B)/25) WEST HEMPSTEAD

SYCAMORE STREETeast side, starting at a point 58 feet north of a point opposite the north curbline of Plymouth Street, north for a distance of 19 feet.

(TH-300/23 - 9/06/23)

(TH-377/25) ; 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 fle in her offce affdavits of such publication and posting.

Community fathers build brotherhood through club

tent misconception that Black men are not present in family households, but she pushed back on that stereotype. Sharing her own experience raising Quincy, now 19, on her own after her husband, Quincy’s father, died when Quincy was just 3, she wanted to encourage the fathers who were present in their households to learn how to better support their children and families.

“I wanted to say to the men in that room, ‘There’s a space for you,’” she said.

According to Johnson, that is exactly what the club aims to provide.

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

AYES: SIX (6) NOES: NONE (0) 155875

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU. MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff -againstYVONNE M. BOLLINGKENNEDY a/k/a YVONNE KENNEDY, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated July 2, 2024 and entered on July 17, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on October 28, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of South Floral Park, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as SBL# 32345 -112

Said premises known as 112 FREDERICK AVENUE, FLORAL PARK, NY 11001

Approximate amount of lien $930,202.69 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of fled Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 002395/2017.

JOSEPH DEMARCO, ESQ., Referee Pincus & Tarab Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 {* Elmont Herald*} 155731

“The Dad’s Club is truly a safe space for men to come into a room and really get counseling,” he said. “They can talk and bare their souls about raising children and being a husband, father or brother without judgment.”

Johnson said part of the work is countering the idea that male vulnerability is weakness. Current societal conditions, he said, often create an environment in which men feel they can’t share openly, and the club works against that stigma through conversation and support.

Sheldon Meikle, a member who also helps recruit others, said the mission from day one has been fostering communication about “everything and anything.” Whether it’s financial literacy, mental health, nutrition, or parenting tips, he said, the club fills a gap in the community by offering an educational and supportive space not just for fathers but also for any man seeking guidance.

Elmont what male leadership looks like in action, rather than leaving men in passive roles. Being aware of issues affecting not only men but also the women around them, he added, helps fathers raise sons who are more empathetic and understanding.

“Now kids, when they aspire to be dads, can look and say, ‘Hey, I can serve more than just my family.’ They can serve their community as well,” Johnson said.

Tiffany Capers, president of the Elmont Board of Education, credited the Dad’s Club’s success to consistency, engagement and the welcoming environment built by its members. “In that room, those men are all brothers and mentors to each other,” Capers said.

P eople respect you. People understand the mission, and they want to be a part of it.

Sheldon Meikle Member, Elmont Dad’s Club

“It’s therapeutic,” Meikle said. “Sharing stories and hearing what other people are going through — there’s always something you can identify with.”

Meikle also drew inspiration from a neighboring school in the Sewanhaka district, H. Frank Carey High School, which has a longstanding Carey Dads’ Club. After attending a few games at the Franklin Square school and seeing its members in action, he said he borrowed ideas, such as running concessions at sports events, and brought them back to Elmont.

The Elmont Dad’s Club has also focused on practical lessons, from providing emotional support to teaching basic skills like how to tie a tie — a workshop extended to students.

The group hosts outings such as pool, bowling, and game nights, along with community-wide events that raise money for charitable causes. The club will host its second annual cook-off on Oct. 4 to raise funds for breast cancer awareness.

Causes like this matter, Johnson said, because they show young boys in

While the district has tried to replicate Elmont Memorial’s Dad’s Club in its elementary schools, Capers said none have matched the success of the high school’s program. She pointed to Johnson’s leadership and the support of Elmont Memorial PTSA President Camillea Peterkin as key to its growth.

“They are investing in our children and community beyond the four walls of Ridge Road,” she said.

Meikle also praised Johnson’s leadership, saying the club’s success stems from his dedication to creating a network of men who lift each other up. Under the guidance of Johnson and others, Meikle said, the Dad’s Club has become a platform for stronger leadership.

“People respect you,” Meikle said. “People understand the mission, and they want to be a part of it.”

Looking ahead, Johnson said he hopes to expand awareness and membership. He encouraged the community to attend the cook-off next Saturday, Oct. 4, which will be hosted in the Elmont high school cafeteria from noon to 2 p.m. And, he added, the Dad’s Club will march in the Elmont Memorial homecoming parade on Oct. 25 to raise its profile and bring more fathers into the fold.

Most importantly, Johnson said, the goal is to make sure men know there is a place for them.

“It’s a fellowship,” he said. “It’s something very priceless because you just don’t have many places that have this.”

Battle said the Dad’s Club matters for the fathers and their children, who benefit from having positive role models shaping their futures. She said she hopes to replicate the Elmont Dad’s Club model in other communities interested in creating spaces for fathers.

“With all the places these dads will go and all the great work they’re doing,” Battle said, “I am excited to see how this evolves.” Continued from page 1

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A better-heated kitchen, please

New Construction

Q. Our kitchen is being redone, and we’re expanding into our breakfast area. We’re trying to figure out which kind of heat to put in, since our radiators will have to go to make way for the cabinets. Parts of the kitchen were always cold, and we don’t want to repeat that if we can find a better way. Our contractor said he can put in “toe space” heaters that blow warm air. Our plumber said we could do that, but they can be noisy after the break-in period. He also suggested installing either electric heat mats or water piping in-floor heating, but it could cost a lot. What’s your experience, and what do you recommend we do?

A. Keeping kitchens warm is more complicated than other spaces in your home. Of course, you could always just go stand in the corner, because most corners are 90 degrees! The most important factor in heating a kitchen is making certain kitchen walls and ceilings are well insulated, so that whatever system you choose will be the most effective for staying warm.

Old radiators were oversized as a rule of thumb, because, relatively speaking, energy sources were lower costing. Between larger radiators and smaller rooms, older home occupants were satisfied to walk around in sweaters to compensate. Today we want open spaces, removing the walls in the way to achieve a more spacious look.

Many people fear the cost and effort of a radiant floor, but radiating floors are my first choice, and the best solution. Yes, the initial investment is more, but not so much more that it’s cost-prohibitive. When you consider the time period to pay back the system, based on energy savings, it makes sense.

The other solutions are still concentrated places around the kitchen, and radiant heat is uniform to the room. Toe-kick heaters have a horizontal “squirrel cage” fan that rotates like a gerbil’s wheel, and eventually needs lubricating or replacement, unless you don’t mind the whirring sound.

Radiant heat, whether you choose a piping system or the electric matt type, distributes heat silently, and so comfortably that you can walk barefoot on the floor. People have even told me they lie on the floor and warm their sore back like a heating pad. The best part is that it’s the second most efficient type of heat distribution, after radiators (because they warm up the floor structure — even wood flooring — and retain and give off heat slowly after the boiler pauses). Together with a great insulation enclosure in the floor, below the heat, walls and ceiling, the radiant system works best.

Incidentally, the energy codes are moving to a higher performance standard as of January 2026, officials have informed me. There will be stricter adherence to proof, with calculations, of heating and cooling efficiency. Gone are the days of oversizing heating and air-conditioning or, for that matter, paying for more than you need and wasting energy. Good luck!

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As we begin another exciting school year for so many young students across Nassau County, I’m proud to introduce the bipartisan Feed Hungry Kids Act in Congress. Earlier this month, I joined educators in Valley Stream to announce this common-sense, bipartisan legislation.

As a mother, the thought of any child going hungry in school is devastating to me. Students can’t reach their full academic potential on an empty stomach. Every one of America’s children deserves a good education that sets them up for a successful life, regardless of their background or ZIP code.

We saw during the pandemic that many families struggled to put food on the table. As families struggle with the costs of health care and housing, many times, one of the first things to go is food. In Nassau County, over 15,000 households currently count on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, and other food assis-

Itance to put food on the table. Unfortunately, free and nutritious food still remains out of reach for too many across our country.

dents at no charge. The way it works is simple: If a certain percentage of kids in the school qualify, everyone gets access to meals at no cost.

dents right here in this school district and across the country.

pIncreasing access to no-cost breakfast and lunch has been shown to boost students’ learning, increase test scores and improve attendance and classroom behavior.

rotecting healthy, no-cost school meals is especially important now.

Until recently, however, Valley Stream and other districts like it were not able to provide every student with free breakfast and lunch, no matter what. Two years ago, Valley Stream directly benefited from expanded access to an important federal program called the Community Eligibility Provision.

That’s why I’m introducing the Feed Hungry Kids Act with my Republican colleague, Rep. David Valadao, of California. This bill would protect that federal program, which has helped Valley Stream and more than 17,000 other schools across the United States ensure that they can provide meals at no cost to all of their students.

The Community Eligibility Provision allows underserved schools to offer breakfast and lunch to all stu-

This is so important for so many reasons. First and foremost, it ensures that our kids are fed during the day. Second, and equally important, CEP reduces the paperwork burden facing families and school districts, making sure that kids don’t fall through the cracks and helping our schools focus on what’s really important — educating our kids.

Originally, the threshold was 40 percent, but in the fall of 2023, the federal government lowered the participation threshold for CEP to 25 percent — meaning that if a quarter of kids in the district qualify for free school meals, every kid can benefit.

By reducing the threshold to 25 percent, an additional 17,000 schools across the country, including in the Valley Stream district, became eligible for this essential program.

That’s why I am proud to take the lead on this act, which would codify the 2023 policy expanding access to free school meals into law, ensuring that CEP meals remain available for stu-

Now, earlier this year, some in Congress shopped around the idea of not only returning the threshold for free meals to 40 percent, but raising it even further. In fact, one potential proposal would increase it to 60 percent, literally taking food away from students and schools. That would be devastating to America’s children.

Making sure our students have food in their stomachs should undoubtedly be a bipartisan issue. With this bipartisan legislation, CEP schools won’t have to worry about remaining eligible for the program and being able to keep kids fed.

Protecting healthy, no-cost meals for our nation’s students is especially important now, as we see food assistance programs nationwide, including several that keep Long Island’s children and seniors fed, being threatened by the cruel GOP tax bill passed earlier this summer along party lines.

I’m proud to fight for Nassau County in Congress, and proud to lead this bipartisan bill, to push back against any proposed cuts to food assistance that would hurt our children and our community.

Laura Gillen represents the 4th Congressional District.

Is our democracy suffering growing pains?

n recent months, and perhaps for the first time in our adult lives, many of us have been worrying about the viability and survivability of the great American experiment known as democracy. It has been the only government we have known, and we assumed, perhaps naively, that freedom would ring forever across our land.

I did. I remember my young self, hand across my heart at an elementary school assembly, looking at the flag and reciting the pledge. It was such serious business. My devotion was uncomplicated. I grew up knowing I was lucky to have been born in my time and place.

My dad schooled us early and often on the opportunity America offered his immigrant parents, who fled pogroms and antisemitism in Eastern Europe. I never traveled overseas without coming back through customs and immigration thinking, “God bless America.” I never visited another country that beckoned me for more than a week or two. I think of myself as a

patriot.

When I was a college student and we philosophized about democracy, there seemed only a few and very sensible boundaries. Like don’t yell “Fire!” in a crowded theater. Otherwise, free speech felt like a particularly American right. As kids we chanted, “Sticks and stones can break my bones, but names can never harm me.”

W e thought of ourselves as a fairly egalitarian society in the pre-MAGA era.

Now, increasing restrictions on speech are disorienting. Our democracy feels destabilized. How do we speak up and support the least powerful and most in need of American justice without fear of reprisals? How have words — just words, compilations of simple letters — become “triggers” or a forbidden form of expression? Why take a word like d-iv-e-r-s-i-t-y and scrub it from policy language as if it were an epithet? It means, “The practice of including people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds” — a quintessentially American concept we historically have embraced.

These days, I don’t recognize us. America on its best day is far from perfect. As an educated adult, I know this. Any country that sanctioned slavery and the internment of citizens car-

ries that brand forever. But we also preserved freedom in World Wars I and II, beat back dictators and welcomed millions of immigrants who helped build the greatest country in the world. We educated the best scientists and led the world in developing vaccines for the most dreaded diseases.

The good, the bad — all of it is true, and the fabric of our nation today is richly threaded with our triumphs. We are all the stronger because we have survived dark times, like the Civil War, and built a society that has been a beacon for freedom around the world.

Within the generous embrace of America’s democratic government there have always been imperfections. Some argue that hard work pays off; others say that not everyone has equal access to either higher education or good jobs. Corruption sometimes tilts the playing field.

I don’t know how to resist the current threats to democracy, except to write and talk about them, to vote and encourage others to vote, to support fair elections. I do know we have to pay attention. Continuing to educate ourselves and encouraging open political discussions among others can only be a good

thing.

We Americans thought of ourselves as a fairly egalitarian society in the preMAGA, pre-billionaire era. There was a real thriving middle class when I was growing up, attainable through higher education or apprenticeship and hard work. Nothing seemed out of reach. The deal was that people in business or professions or trades could buy homes for growing families.

Today that deal is broken. Homes are out of reach for many young couples. Food prices are eating up family budgets. Now, only 250 years after the Declaration of Independence, we observe increasing class distinction in many elements of our culture.

Can we grow through this?

Can we agree that anyone who wants an education can still get it, and that people starting out can find affordable housing? All of it can be true and workable, but we can’t call ourselves a democracy when free speech and economic opportunity are threatened. A democracy embraces all its citizens, and in the best of worlds, welcomes newcomers.

In my lifetime, our imperfect democracy had room for everyone and was moving, in starts and stops, toward inclusivity. Now it seems stalled.

Copyright 2025 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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Next month, adopt a loving four-legged friend

october is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, a time to bring attention to the countless animals in need of loving homes. On Long Island we’re fortunate to have strong networks of shelters working to give dogs, cats and other animals a second chance at life. Yet despite their tireless efforts, too many pets remain behind kennel doors, waiting.

The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter, Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter and Town of Babylon Animal Shelter are major lifelines for rescue pets. There are smaller but equally dedicated operations in Long Beach and on the North Shore.

Animal shelters — such as those in our towns — are typically run by municipalities, and house stray, abandoned or surrendered pets. They are often required to take in all animals brought to them. Shelters may have paid employees, but also rely on volunteer support. Animal rescues, on the other hand, are usually nonprofit and volunteer-run. Rescues can be more selective about the animals they accept. Together, shelters and rescues form a network of care that helps countless animals find safe, loving homes.

The message next month is clear: adopt, don’t shop. And even better, adopt from your local shelter.

When people turn to breeders — or worse, puppy mills — for their next pet, they overlook the many dogs already in need of homes. These are animals with plenty of love to give, that simply need someone to open their heart and their home. Shelter pets may not always be purebred, and some may come with personality quirks, but they often make the most loyal companions. Their gratitude is evident in every wagging tail and every snuggle.

Some people worry that adopting from a shelter is expensive. In fact, it’s often the opposite. The cost of adopting a dog can be less than $100, and cats are typically under $70. Many shelters also offer

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Find your local shelter

Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter

3320 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh Phone: (516) 785-5220

Website: HempsteadNY.gov/179/ Animal-Shelter

Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter

150 Miller Place, Syosset

Phone: (516) 677-5784

Website: OysterBayTown.com/ AnimalShelter

Town of Babylon Animal Shelter

80 New Highway, Amityville Phone: (631) 643-9270

Website: TownOfBabylonNY. gov/132/AnimalShelter

Long Beach Animal Shelter

(Operated by Posh Pets Rescue)

770 Park Place, Long Beach Phone: (516) 431-7674

Website: PoshPetsRescueNY.org

special promotions for veterans, seniors and first responders, bringing those prices down even further. When you consider what’s often included — spaying or neutering, vaccinations and microchipping — adoption is not only the compassionate choice, but also the practical one. Of course, not everyone is in a position to adopt. That doesn’t mean you can’t help. Shelters and rescues rely heavily on community support. Volunteers are always needed to walk dogs, play with cats, or simply give animals

Support the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center

To the Editor:

In this critical moment for the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, we invite the community to join us in our Flash Membership Drive as we celebrate our 31st anniversary.

For more than three decades, the center has educated over half a million people about the lessons of the Holocaust and the importance of tolerance. Today, that mission is more urgent than ever. With rising antisemitism and hate crimes, your support is vital in helping us spread awareness, strengthen understanding and foster compassion.

the human interaction they crave. Fostering is another option, offering an animal a temporary home while the shelter supplements the costs of its care. Foster homes are especially critical for pets that don’t thrive in a kennel environment or who need extra attention before they’re ready for adoption. Fostering a pet doesn’t just save that one animal. It also opens up space for a shelter to take in another one in need.

Then there are the basic supplies that shelters are always in need of: food, blankets, toys. Monetary donations go a long way in offsetting these facilities’ medical bills for sick or injured animals. Even the smallest contribution can make a big difference.

Adopting a dog can change its life forever, and will likely improve yours. Studies cited by the American Heart Association have found that dog ownership is linked to a lower risk of death from all causes, offering benefits to both heart health and overall well-being.

While October focuses on shelter dogs, it’s worth remembering that they aren’t the only ones waiting. Cats — from kittens to seniors — make up a large portion of shelter populations. If you’re considering adding a furry friend to your family, keep an open mind about who that might be.

Next month is a call to action. For anyone thinking about a new pet, consider visiting a local shelter before contacting a breeder. For those who can’t adopt, find a shelter to volunteer with, foster for or donate to. Every effort helps lighten shelters’ load and brighten the future of the animals they care for.

“Saving one dog won’t change the world,” Karen Davison, an animal advocate, rescue supporter and author, likes to say, “but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.” Next month, let’s make that change happen — one adoption, one act of kindness and one wagging tail at a time.

Back-to-school eye exam can set your child up for success

protecting a child’s vision is a crucial part of their overall health and development. Just like regular checkups for their teeth and ears, early eye screenings are essential. Many common vision problems in kids can go completely unnoticed, because a child might not even realize that their vision is blurry or that something is wrong. Catching and treating these issues early is the key to preventing longterm problems that could affect their learning, behavior and social life.

The warning signs of vision problems that parents shouldn’t ignore include squinting at objects; holding books or devices too close; eye misalignment — one or both eyes turning inward or outward, particularly when tired; head tilting; avoidance of near tasks — a reluctance to read, draw or do homework; excessive tearing or light sensitivity, which may signal allergies or inflammation; and difficulty in school — struggling with reading, skipping lines or losing track while studying.

Even one of these signs can indicate that urgent treatment is necessary.

A closer look at nearsightedness in kids. Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is one of the most common eye conditions in children. It’s when a child can see things up close just fine, but things far away appear blurry.

safer than regular glasses. These should be considered essential equipment, just like helmets or mouth guards.

CIf your child’s vision is worsening quickly, there are treatments that can help slow it down. Low-dose atropine eye drops have been shown to be effective in slowing the progression of nearsightedness. And certain types of contact lenses are designed to help slow the worsening of a child’s vision. These treatments can make a big difference in a child’s eye health as they grow.

lear vision is about more than just seeing the board at school.

Contact lenses for kids. For active children, especially those involved in sports, contact lenses can be a game-changer. They eliminate the risk of broken glasses on the playground or field, and can give kids more confidence. That said, not every child is ready for the responsibility. Children must be mature enough to remove contacts before sleeping, and to clean and store them properly every day.

Eye safety in sports. Sports are one of the leading causes of eye injuries in children. To help reduce risks, experts recommend polycarbonate sports glasses, which are impact-resistant and far

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Membership offers more than a year of free access to our permanent and special exhibits — it is a commitment to education and action. Every membership directly supports programs that reach over 30,000 Long Island students annually, as well as training for law enforcement, educators and nurses. These efforts empower our community leaders to make a positive difference in confronting prejudice and promoting inclusivity. Members can also participate in group tours and classes that bring history to life and deepen the conversation about tolerance. Together we can be a beacon of hope, ensuring that the lessons of the past guide us toward a more compassionate future. Join us today and stand with the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County.

Dr. BErNIE FUrSHPAN Board vice chair, marketing director, HMTC Glen Cove

None of us deserves harm for our beliefs

To the Editor:

I write today outraged at the sense-

Protecting young eyes from the sun. Parents are well aware of the importance of sunscreen, but many forget that UV rays can damage children’s eyes, too. In fact, most lifetime UV exposure happens during childhood.

Wearing 100 percent UVprotection sunglasses when outdoors — especially near water, sand or snow, which reflect UV rays — can prevent damage that may later lead to cataracts or macular degeneration. Making sunglasses a daily habit helps ensure healthier eyes for life.

The dangers of eye rubbing. You may not realize it, but frequent eye rubbing can be a big problem. For kids with allergies, constant rubbing can actually damage the cornea, the clear front part of the eye.

This can lead to a condition called keratoconus, in which the cornea becomes so thin that it bulges forward into a cone shape. This causes blurry vision that can’t be fixed with regular glasses or contacts.

What can we do about it? The good news is that if keratoconus is caught early, there are treatments. A procedure

called corneal collagen cross-linking can help stop the condition from getting worse. Also, using allergy eye drops or oral medication can reduce the itchiness and the urge to rub, protecting the eyes from further damage.

A clear message for parents. Protecting a child’s vision is one of the greatest gifts parents can give. The bottom line is straightforward:

■ Screen early — ideally by age 3 to 5.

■ Watch for warning signs like squinting, head tilting or school difficulties.

■ Protect young eyes from injuries and UV damage.

■ Seek treatment early for conditions such as myopia or keratoconus.

An eye exam for your child is quick and painless, but it can make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Don’t wait for your child to complain about their vision — catching problems early is key. Add an eye exam to the list of things to do early in the school year. Clear vision is about more than just seeing the board at school; it’s about giving every child the best chance at success, safety and healthy eyes for life.

Dr. Carolyn Shih is an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and works at South Shore Eye Care, a member of the Northwell Health Eye Institute.

less murder of Charlie Kirk. When did we, as a nation, decide that political disagreement should be met with fists, bullets and blood instead of words? Debate used to be the cornerstone of democracy. Now too often it feels like dissent is treated as a death sentence.

In the late 1980s, I traveled to London, and stumbled on Speakers’ Corner in Hyde Park. Anyone could climb onto a soapbox and speak their mind — on politics, faith or even hatred itself. Crowds heckled, argued and mocked, but they did not silence or assault the speaker. The unarmed Bobbies stood by only to keep the peace. It was a living model of what free expression should look like: passionate, messy, even uncomfortable — but never violent.

Charlie Kirk was a lightning rod, and at times I disagreed with his ideas — sometimes very strongly — but other times I agreed with him. That’s how democracy works: We weigh arguments, we challenge one another, we debate. But disagreement is not justification for violence. When I thought he was wrong, I wished for dialogue and enlightenment, not harm.

Instead, we are letting ourselves be manipulated by sensationalist media, rage-driven podcasts and toxic social media that thrive on division. Too many Americans now view someone who holds a different opinion not as a neighbor but as an enemy. That is poisonous — and deadly. None of us deserves harm for our beliefs. If America is to endure as a free

society, we must relearn how to argue fiercely without killing one another. Violence cannot be the answer. Debate must be.

Framework by Tim Baker

The Cowboy Biker Band, carved out of wood, at the Cradle of Aviation Museum — Garden City

CaroLYn sHiH

BrUCE KENNEDY Glen Cove