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Jennifer Camacho, co-founder of Howie’s Heart, uplifts her community By Jordan Vallone

Jennifer Camacho wears many hats. A mom, social worker, and co-founder of a Franklin Squarebased nonprofit, Howie’s Heart, she has spent nearly the last two years juggling it all, while giving back to others and keeping her dad’s memory alive. Howie’s Heart was founded in February of 2024 by Camacho and her siblings, James Conklin of New Hyde Park and Melissa Cox of Coram, in honor of their father, Howard Conkhe’s got the lin, who died in December of 2021 at passion, 67. “He was a really great guy,” Camacho she’s got the said. “A big heart — he made everyone drive, and most feel like a friend. Everyone was always welcome in our home. He went out of importantly, his way to do nice things for people, esshe’s got the pecially when they were down on their luck or just really in need.” heart. Referring to her father as a “step up kind of guy,” Camacho added that “los- JaimE ing him was a big loss for our family.” DuckWorth “I always felt like he had a lot more Volunteer with life to live,” she added, “and that we Howie’s Heart, friend kind of were all gypped with him leavof Jen Camacho ing us so soon. We really felt it was important to honor him.” Camacho, a Franklin Square resident, and her siblings, have turned their father’s legacy of kindness into action — organizing community service events and partnering with organizations near and far to make helping others accessible to everyone. As the organization approaches its two-year anniversary, Camacho shared they are on track to complete their 100th community service event. Whether supporting a local family in need, bringing neighbors together for service projects, or collaborating with reputable causes nationwide, Camacho embodies the belief that no project is too small — or too large — when it comes to giving back. For her unwavering efforts to help those in need, spread kindness, and honor the spirit of her father, Camacho has been named the 2025 Franklin Square/Elmont Herald Person of the Year. Throughout the year, Howie’s Heart engages in several initiatives. Some repeat while others come up organically, if it is a

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cause Camacho feels is worth supporting. Howie’s Heart has regularly worked with Canine Companions, a national organization that provides expertly trained service dogs to children, adults, and veterans with disabilities. Volunteers at Howie’s Heart created “dog tugs” which help people and service animals open drawers or carry household items like laundry baskets. Howie’s Heart also frequents local senior homes, providing companionship and friendship to Nassau County’s older populations. Ahead of Halloween, volunteers visited the Plattduetsche Home Society, a senior living community in Franklin Square, and painted mini canvases with residents, while also sharing conversations. Sometimes, Camacho finds a group to support just by combing through social media. One example she pointed to is Coming Up Rosies, a Chicago-based organization that helps kids with hair loss, either because of medical treatments or conditions like alopecia. The organization focuses on helping boost kids’ self-esteem, delivering a head scarf, neck scarf, or superhero cape Continued on page 2 Renee DeLorenzo/Herald file

Jennifer Camacho is the 2025 Franklin Square/Elmont Herald Person of the Year. A Franklin Square resident, she co-founded Howie's Heart with her siblings in honor of their father, dedicated to preserving his passion for kindness.

Howie's Heart provides an outlet for giving back to children in hospitals. Jaime Duckworth, a volunteer with Howie’s Heart, has known Camacho for years. Their children both attended Polk Street School in Franklin Square, where at the time, Camacho was very involved with the Girl Scouts in the area. They lost touch, Duckworth said, but reconnected at a street fair about two years ago. Duckworth’s family, including her children and husband, have participated in several Howie’s Hearts events. Duckworth explained that if a young person in the community has an idea of an organization or group of people they want to help, Camacho does what she can to make sure that happens. “We’ve had some amazing kids in the neighborhood that have really come up with great ideas, and we’ve been able to help a lot of local communities,” Duckworth said. “It’s two-fold, because we’re helping people that need it, but we’re also teaching children to be kind. It’s just the way the world should be, especially in a world where it’s not right now.” Camacho’s tenacity is beyond impressive, Duckworth added. “She’s got the passion, she’s got the drive, and most importantly, she’s got the heart,” she said.

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No initiative is too big or too small for Howie’s Heart. Camacho, above, at a 2024 event with members of Girl Scout Troop 1422. They unveiled a ‘Little Box of Kindness’ in Vida Coffee Shop.

Camacho described Howie’s Heart as very “grassroots.” “It surprises me sometimes too — people are so willing to do this,” Camacho said. “But I think it’s because people really want to help, but I just don’t feel like people know where to go or how to start. What we’re doing is taking out the hard part for people, organizing them, and then they’re just very happy to contribute in any way they can.” Jaime’s daughter Madison Duckworth, 13, is a student at Carey High School in Franklin Square. She said

her favorite event that Howie’s Heart participates in is the Holiday Cheer Bus with Kids Need More, an Amityvillebased organization that enhances the lives of children, families and young adults coping with cancer and other lifethreatening illnesses. Volunteers with Howie’s Heart are designated as an “Elf Team” and they ride around Long Island on a cheer bus, completing challenges, engaging with children in festive games, and delivering gifts and holiday wishes. What she loves about Howie’s Heart is how accessible it

makes giving back. “The whole point of Howie’s Heart is to get kids in the community to participate and help others with community service,” she said. Like everyone connected to Howie’s Heart, Madison expressed gratitude for Camacho’s leadership. “I am sure a lot of people have said this, but Jen is amazing,” Madison said. “She does everything. She takes time out of her day. Words can’t even describe how much she does for everyone.” Camacho credits the success of Howie’s Heart to those around her, and her siblings. They’re all at different points in their lives, she said, but each of them always makes it an effort to be present however possible. “Family is everything,” she said. “You always take care of family, and we always stick together no matter what." No matter the event, no matter the age or ability of volunteers, Camacho emphasized that all are welcome. From working with families that have children on the autism spectrum, to incorporating volunteers with different physical abilities, there’s a place for everyone at Howie’s Heart. “It makes us happy to see that everyone feels like they can find a spot with us,” Camacho said. “We’re stronger when we’re all together.”

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Creating magic: Behind the scenes of Disney On Ice. Disney On Ice’s Frozen & Encanto tour visited UBS Arena in Elmont from Jan. 9 to Jan. 12.

Sogna Santana, 9-yearold Apollo Theater winner. Sogna Bella Santana performed on the Apollo Historic Theater stage for Amateur Night: Holiday Special on Dec. 14.

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Rescuing Families has indoor garage sale. A sign welcomed visitors to the Rescuing Families Headquarters for their indoor garage sale from Jan. 25-26.

Quincy Velez becomes an Eagle Scout. Quincy Velez recited a Boy Scouts of America pledge after achieving the rank of Eagle Scout during his Court of Honor at Destiny Cathedral in Hempstead on Jan. 5.

Children’s church choir sings for seniors. The Sienna Square Garden Children’s Choir, clockwise, Lyla McGrade, Kendall Morales, Adriana Mignano, Caitlyn Reddington, kid’s choir director Victoria Goff, Vincent Montenora, Noah Gonzalez and Siena Montenora, perform for seniors at Plattdeutsche Home Senior Living on Dec. 29.

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Local libraries join Nassau Library Quest. A small stuffed cat, which was hidden at each library participating in the Nassau Library Quest, sits on top of books from the Elmont library.

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It is rare to find an individual with the kindness and heart of Emilian Emeagwali, founder and president of Giving Back to the Community Corporation. She dedicates her life to serving others, her generosity touching people like Cassandra, who declined to give her last name for privacy reasons, of Merrick. Emeagwali does not hesitate when she sees a family or individual struggling — she goes the extra mile to ensure Cassandra’s teenage son is able to pursue his studies at a vocational school to become a mechanic. Cassandra first met Emeagwali after a life-altering car accident. Emeagwali, who is also the owner of State of the Art Physical Therapy, offers physical therapy services specializing in restoring physical Courtesy Emilian Emeagwali and spiritual well-being. Cassandra became a patient of hers after her School children in Nigeria delighted to receive car accident, and from there they their juice boxes from volunteers. “developed a special bond,” said Cassandra. “So anytime she has porting and distributing food, especially something going on, I will always be on during the holiday season. the front because I love giving back to They will be there for three weeks, up people. “ until the New Year. The young adults volHer son’s father passed away when he unteering will have the opportunity to was only 10. Cassandra is a single moth- engage in cultural activities and go sighter, so school expenses can be financially seeing. Emeagwali mentioned that they straining. “She asked me to send a note will “experience many cultures and see of all his expenses, and I gave up some, how things are done differently.” but not all, because I was very much Additionally, the will be hosting a appreciative and caught off guard by the women’s empowerment program to aid amount that they gave me.” The nonprof- financially vulnerable women. They find it also awarded her son a scholarship in individuals who have some skill set, but November to alleviate hefty tuition do not have the financial means or expenses. resources to start up a business on their Cassandra is still experiencing sub- own. Emeagwali and her team set them stantial medical bills from her accident. up with the resources to thrive in their She currently has a GoFundMe site up to expertise. assist with these expenses. They conduct interviews with the canOn Dec. 13, Emeagwali traveled to didates in December. Nigeria with 10 other young adults to Cassandra spoke about Emeagwali provide aid to children and families. being there for her during challenging This is an annual event for her organiza- moments, instilling positivity, “It’s a very tion. Giving Back to the Community Cor- good charity,” Cassandra said. “Someporation has board members located in times with charities, it is about the the U.S. and Nigeria, where they are all money, but this one is about the people. hands on deck when it comes to trans- She is really about the people.” ________

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Gillen is ceremonially sworn in to House. Former U.S. Rep. Steve Israel, left, and Rep. Laura Gillen’s husband, Chris Finegan, took part in her ceremonial swearing-in before a cheering crowd, three weeks after Gillen began her term in the House of Representatives.

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Lunar New Year at Belmont Park Village. A traditional Chinese lion dance, performed by the Chinese Freemasons Athletic Club, blesses the village and their guests with good fortune and prosperity for the Lunar New Year on Feb. 1.

Nassir Edwards is college football-bound. Nassir Edwards, an Elmont high school senior, signed a letter of intent to play for the Wagner College Seahawks beginning the 2025 fall semester on Feb. 5.

Howie’s Heart celebrates anniversary. Founders of Howie’s Heart, James Conklin, left, Jen Camacho and Melissa Cox celebrate Camacho’s surprise award at the Howie’s Heart anniversary celebration on Feb. 13. Rei Wolfsohn/Herald

How artificial intelligence helps students learn to read. Matthew Serrao, a third-grader at Washington Street School, enjoyed some “independent” time in class using Amira AI to improve his reading skills.

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Elmont library pays tribute to life in Africa. The collection, “Africa: The Maasai People,” photographed by Oresky during his time in Kenya and Tanzania, Africa, was displayed at the Elmont Memorial Library during Black History Month in February.

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Elmont calls out racism in school sports. Jon Johnson, an Elmont parent and coach, called out Patrick Pizzarelli, the executive director of Section VIII, for the board’s lack of action against alleged racism and the abuse Black students from the Sewanhaka school district were subjected to during sports games.

Le Botaniste opens at Belmont Village. Le Botaniste, Belmont Park Village’s newest restaurant that serves plant-based, organic foods and wines, officially opened to guests.

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Puppies and playtime at the library. Alejandro Curbelo, who attended Fritz and Friends at the Franklin Square Public Library on March 1, spent time connecting with Van, a puppy in training, and other puppies at the event.

Pottery night welcomes in new donors. Brian Barry, donor and recipient of Rescuing Families’ charity, enjoyed building his clay gnome during the charity’s pottery night fundraiser on March 12.

Universal Interactions presents “Worthy”. Members of the choir “Praise Team,” Jada Isaac-Thomas, left, Tamar Paioli Bailey, Nyasha Brown, Jasmine Thompson and D’adra Crump, as they performed the song “Omemma” during Universal Interaction’s Black History Month celebration.

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Thanking the women who lift others up. Honorees at the 12th annual Women of Distinction ceremony on March 16 were recognized for their extraordinary career accomplishments and community contributions.

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Scout Troop 93 marks century of brotherhood. Generations of scouts and dignitaries reunited to honor a century of Scouting America Troop 93 at VFW Post 2718 on April 12.

Neighbors unite to reimagine Franklin Square. Franklin Square neighbors stand united in front of the beloved Franklin Square Theater they hope to bring back to life, driven by a shared vision for their community’s future.

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PSEG boosts Franklin Square businesses. Christine Bryson, an economic development specialist for PSEG, discusses grant programs that could benefit Long island businesses during the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce meeting at Trotter’s Bar and Grill on April 2.

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Elmont library lifts students’ futures with fundraiser play. In a modern twist on a classic fairytale, Cinderella teaches children lessons of kindness and self-worth during the Elmont Memorial Library’s scholarship fundraiser on April 15.

Dept. of Ed. cuts ordered by Trump, parents fear fallout. A March 20 executive order by President Trump cut the U.S. Department of Education staff in half, which parents said would make it harder for students to receive equal access to education.

Sogna Santana to sing weekly at restaurant. Sogna Santana, with her grandfather Michael DeLorenzo on guitar, takes the spotlight at her family’s restaurant, Allegro Bar and Grille, in West Hempstead.

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Teen hosts a workshop for mental health. Kaleb Davis, left, Joseph Grippaldi, Riley Loughlin, Haleigh Kolmos, Mattias Meshesha, Anton Fitko and Annie Gaudiosi proudly showcased the completed Color Your Mind banner after the project’s last session at the Franklin Square Public Library on May 21.

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Legacies: Building a future by remembering the past. Village Historian Paul van Wie, left, and Assemblyman Ed Ra, who was named Franklin Square’s Citizen of the Year at the historical society’s annual dinner, at the Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant, on April 24.

Narcan training teaches how to save lives. Emergency Medical Technician Edward Brennan demonstrated how to administer Narcan during a community training at the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department on May 14.

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Revving engines and reverent hearts: Post 1033. Members of American Legion Riders Post 1033 gathered in front of the American flag during their 18th annual Bike Blessing barbecue in Elmont on May 3, celebrating community, service, and their shared commitment to supporting veterans.

A cleaner town, a closer-knit community. Over 30 volunteers gathered at the corner of Franklin Avenue and Hempstead Turnpike, sharing a commitment to a cleaner community during the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce’s Community Cleanup Day on April 27.

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Elmont reaches county final. A season after capturing the New York State Class AA boys’ basketball championship, Elmont was right back in the Nassau title game and lost a thriller to Baldwin, 47-44, March 8. The Spartans finished with 19

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Carey wins 18 games in a row. Carey’s football team, which in 2024 captured the Nassau Conference II championship, won its first six games this fall to stretch its winning streak to 18 straight. The Seahawks eventually finished 7-3 and reached

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Spartans earn playoff berth. Elmont had negative yardage over its first three second-half possessions against a fired-up Valley Stream North defense in Saturday’s homecoming game, but when it mattered most and with the season on the line, senior

Carey boys’ soccer thrives. Carey’s boys’ soccer team overcame adversity with some key injuries to finish 9-4-2 overall, including a first-round Class AA playoff win over upstart Malverne/East Rockaway. The Seahawks went 4-0-1

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Elmont marches on in joyful parade tradition. Rain or shine, Elmont showed up in style! On June 7, the community marched down Hempstead Turnpike for the 17th annual Paul Sapienza Parade, honoring the late Chamber of Commerce leader with marching bands, pompoms, and plenty of hometown pride.

Imani Lyons earns scholarship for advocacy in ERASE Racism essay. Imani Lyons, a senior at Elmont Memorial High School, was awarded a $500 scholarship after being named a winner in Erase Racism’s 2025 Raise Your Voice essay contest for her work on healthcare disparities and mental health stigma in communities of color.

Elmont community unites to honor veterans. Veterans of Elmont VFW Post 1033 held their flags up with pride as they lead Elmont’s annual Memorial Day parade on May 26.

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Amira Elrington-Edwards, senior of the year. Amira Elrington-Edwards celebrated being named Elmont Memorial’s Senior of the Year and receiving over $27,000 in scholarships at the Senior Awards Ceremony on June 5, hosted at the Elmont high school.

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A slice of love and support for the LGBTQ community. Jen Camacho, left, Jesse Nacinovich and Melissa Cox beamed with pride during the Howie’s Heart “Slice of Pride” pizza party which collected donations of nonperishable goods and hygiene products to support LGBTQ+ youth.

Families, food and Franklin Square fun. Members of the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce, from left President Santino Sarrica, First Vice President Joseph Romeo, Councilman Thomas Muscarella, Assemblyman Ed Ra, Second Vice President Jaime Parra and Third Vice President Frank Cutolo, gathered proudly at the 2025 Spring Fair at Rath Park on June 7, celebrating another year of community connection.

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Vigil condemns ICE deportation tactics. Elmont activist Mimi Pierre-Johnson with a photo of a well-known Haitian immigrant in the community, who had been missing for weeks without explanation, at a vigil at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church on July 1.

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Kindness Camp connects kids and animals. Alejandro Curbelo, a camper at Howie’s Heart second annual Kindness Camp, pet one of the rescue bunnies brought by Andrea Kominski, a volunteer at the Nassau County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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Community says goodbye to Valley Caterers. Valley Caterers, a Franklin Square deli staple for 58 years, closed its doors as owners Hank Martensen and Steven Dawideit retired.

Mt. Carmel celebrates 88th Italian feast. Residents proudly waved Italian flags at the front of the annual procession during the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast in Franklin Square one July 16.

Summer reading kicks off with celebration. Star Wars characters from the First Order posed in costume for photos, bringing galactic flair to the Franklin Square Public Library’s summer reading kickoff.

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Pro-wrestlers visit children in Cohen Medical Center. Wrestlers Matt and Jeff Hardy and Christian Michael Navarro spoke to patients and staff at Cohen Children’s Medical Center during a special panel on June 26, aiming to lift spirits and share messages of hope to pediatric patients.

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Fifth precinct marks National Night Out. The Nassau County PAL Inwood/Lawrence Cheer Group showed patriotism during National Night Out as members proudly carried an American flag, celebrating the annual police-community partnership at Rath Park, in Franklin Square, on Aug. 4.

Italian lodge bonds through fishing tradition. Nearly 50 members of America Lodge 2245 gathered at Captree Boat Basin, in Babylon, on Aug. 9 before boarding the Captain Eddie B III and setting out on their third annual fishing trip.

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Phillip Harwood, local librarian, brings movies to life. Phillip Harwood, an adult reference librarian at Elmont Memorial Library, speaks to an audience following the Aug. 21 screening of 1954’s “A Star is Born,” one of many film lectures he hosted this year.

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Gina Centauro honored as 2025 Woman of Distinction. Gina Centauro, center, with her Woman of Distinction plaque alongside her husband, Vincent Centauro, and State Sen. Patricia CanzoneriFitzpatrick, who presented her with the award at the Rescuing Families headquarters.

Youth fashion gala raises $6,500 for Haiti. Meera Empowerment ambassadors and honored guests celebrated the successful close of the organization’s 5th annual Fun Fashion Show Fundraiser Gala, hosted at Le Spot Café in Elmont, which raised $6,500 for children in Haiti. Neighbors unite for annual block party. Shane Miller, left, grills food alongside Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, one of the local leaders who joined the annual Elmont block party, organized by the Locustwood Gotham Civic Association, on Sussex Road.

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Art teacher led school's 20th peace ceremony 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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Adaptive fashion. Kimberly Minto, a fashion lover and entrepreneur from Elmont, attended New York Fashion Week Sept. 15 and promoted her online adaptive fashion magazine, Sitting Beauty, which offers inclusive, disabilityfriendly beauty tips.

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Sharing smiles and supplies. Volunteers from Meera Empowerment and Universal Interactions joined Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages for the annual back-to-school giveaway at Elmont Road Park, who handed out backpacks and school supplies.

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

Italian Heritage Celebrated. Members of America Lodge 2245, based in Franklin Square, gathered for the lodge’s annual picnic on Sept. 6 at the Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant.

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Antiques and treasures aid local charity. Vinny Centauro, left, and Gina Centauro welcomed guests to the Rescuing Families annual garage sale in Franklin Square, hosted at their headquarters on Lewiston Street, where repurposed donations were sold to raise funds for disability-accessible home renovations.

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Sewanhaka opens new cosmetology building. Sewanhaka Central High School District leaders, students and staff cut the ribbon on the district’s new Career and Technical Education cosmetology building on Oct. 6, marking a major milestone in expanding learning opportunities for CTE students.

Dad serves up smiles. Angel Ramos, right, and his son, Vinlencio Ramos, served up vinasta pasta and empanadas at the second annual Elmont Dads Club Cook Off, which helped raise funds for breast cancer treatment and research, on Oct. 4 at Elmont Memorial High School.

Glitz, glamour and 'The Great Gatsby.' The Franklin Square Public Library celebrated the 100th anniversary of ‘The Great Gatsby’ by F. Scott Fitzgerald, drawing crowds dressed fittingly for the occasion. Heather Hillen, who works at the library, with her boyfriend, Jason Alvino, enjoyed a blast from the past. The 'Great Give Back.' Franklin Square Public Library celebrated the Great Give Back with fun activities for all members of the community.

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Sewanhaka homecoming stirs up spirit. Cheerleaders Rose Pierre, left, Shekya Alphouse and Juli Valmont were all smiles as they represented the Sewanhaka Ravens during the homecoming parade on Oct. 4.

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Learning about safety. Stewart Manor School received an exciting and inspiring visit from real-life heroes during National Fire Prevention Week as firefighters from the New York City Fire Department stopped by the school on Oct. 10.

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A morning of honor at John Street School. John Street School marked Veterans Day on Nov. 12 and student band members played the drums as the veterans entered.

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Pop culture and display at El-Con. The Elmont Memorial Library hosted its first-ever El-Con celebration on Nov. 8, transforming the library into a pop culture wonderland with cosplay, gaming, art and live entertainment. Amelia Park met Spiderman.

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Fourth Graders Build DIY Computers. Fourth graders took on the challenge of building their own Piper computers, which are DIY computer kits designed to be assembled like a wooden puzzle.

Local efforta beautify Washington Street School. Volunteers from Howie’s Heart and the Special Education PTA Committee hosted a beautification day at Washington Street School. Manuel Ismael Leal and other volunteers handed out pizza to volunteers.

Police Detectives' Association donates coats. Elmont School District students, Superintendent, Interim Director of Pupil Personnel Services and Assist. Director with the Nassau County Police Detectives’ Association.

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Following hurricane, Elmont supports Jamaica. Elmont leaders joined Legislator Carrié Solages to launch an emergency supply and fundraising drive for Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa, a catastrophic Category 5 storm, that hit the island on Oct. 28.

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The Morton Civic Association Holiday Spectacular. Families and neighbors gathered, rejoicing in the happiness of the season. Franklin Square residents attended the spectacular and met the Grinch.

Elmont accepted donation at November meeting. The Elmont School District Board of Education proudly accepted a generous donation from the American Heart Association at its Board of Education meeting.

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Sewanhaka High School annual International Night. A Journey Through Music and Dance. Symphony Sievers sang ‘Is This Love.’

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Rockin’ around the Elmont Christmas tree. The Elmont community rang in the holiday season on Dec. 4, celebrating the lighting of a Christmas tree and menorah at Veterans Plaza. Dancers from Tip Tap Toe performed routines to a variety of Christmas tunes.

Season kicked off with German holiday charm. Julia Kilgus and William Vargas showed off some holiday finds at the annual Christkindl Markt at Plattduetsche Park Restaurant.

Capturing creativity through photography. Students used the photo editing app, SnapSeed, to transform their photos into creative works of art during a photography unit, led by teacher assistance Mary Jane Havrylkoff.

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Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Sunny Sparrow Farm LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 9/5/2025. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as an agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: ZenBusiness Inc., 41 State Street, Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity 156937

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2013-TT2, BY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE, Plaintiff, vs. ALEXANDER DAVIS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 17, 2018 and an Order Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on October 17, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 77 Roquette Avenue a/k/a 77 Rouquette Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. 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, Section 32, Block 360 and Lots 26, 27 and 28. Approximate amount of judgment is $369,881.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 003700/2015. Oliver E. Roche, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 231754-1 157043

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006M1, Plaintiff, Against LYSTRA M. RAMRATTAN AS HEIR AND ADMINISTRATRIX TO THE ESTATE OF SURDASH RAMRATTAN; RANDALL S. RAMRATTAN AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF SURDASH RAMRATTAN; LYSTRA M. RAMRATTAN AS GUARDIAN OF CHELSEA K. R. RAMRATTAN WHO IS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF SURDASH RAMRATTAN; et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 01/10/2019, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 1/5/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 1069 Concord Street, Franklin Square, New York 11010, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Franklin Square in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York. Section 33 Block 380 Lot 260 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $882,483.61 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 003792/2015 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 11/3/2025 File Number: 17-300381 CA 157049

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU SACHEM CAPITAL CORP., Plaintiff against - EVAN E. BLUM, LESLIE BLUM AS TRUSTEE OF THE WALTER E. BLUM IRREVOCABLE TRUST DATED MAY 25,2018, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on October 30, 2025. 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 6th day of January, 2026 at 2:30 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being near the Incorporated Village of Great Neck, Town of North Hempstead, State of New York. Premises known as 21 Brook Lane, Great Neck, NY 11023. (SBL#: 2-354-25) Approximate amount of lien $2,857,127.63 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 606957/2022. Oscar A. Prieto, Esq., Referee. Mitchell Pollack and Associates, PLLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 150 White Plains Road, Suite 310 Tarrytown, NY 10591 Tel. 914/332-0700 Dated: November 10, 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. 156999

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU In the Matter of the Application of THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL, ELMONT, NASSAU CO., NY a/k/a SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL, a Religious Corporation, Petitioner, For Leave to Dissolve a Religious Corporation. Index No.: 624958/2025 NOTICE OF PETITION Date Purchased: 11/18/25 Return Date: 01/23/2026 Requested Relief: Dissolution of a religious corporation PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that upon the annexed Verified Petition of THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL, ELMONT, NASSAU CO., NY a/k/a SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL, verified on the 4th day of November, 2025, and the exhibits annexed thereto, and upon the entire record of proceedings, the undersigned will move this Court before an IAS Part to be assigned of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Nassau, at the Courthouse located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York on the 23rd day of January, 2026 at 9:30 in the forenoon of that day, or as soon thereafter as counsel can be heard, for an order dissolving the religious corporation pursuant to §18 of the Religious Corporation Law. Dated: Garden City, New York November 21, 2025 DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL BY: MICHAEL V. FLANAGAN, ESQ. Attorneys for Petitioners The Roman Catholic Church of Saint Vincent De Paul, Elmont, Nassau Co., NY a/k/a Saint Vincent De Paul 992 N. Village Avenue, PO Box 9023 Rockville Centre, NY 11571-9023 (516) 678-5800 156987 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff against MARIETTA DONOFRIO, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 8, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 2318 Hoffman Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003-2841. Sec 32 Block 409 Lot 5. 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. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $115,826.80 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 616304/2023. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the

foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Keith LaVallee, Esq., Referee File # NY202300000397-1 157196 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A., F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A., AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR CHASEFLEX MULTI-CLASS MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 Plaintiff, Against Sung Choi a/k/a Thomas Choi a/k/a Thomas L. Choi a/k/a Thomas R. Choi a/k/a Tomas Choi a/k/a Thomas Lee Choi, Capital One Bank New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Capital One Bank (USA), NA, Atlantic City Showboat, Inc., American Express Centurion Bank, Monrovia Growers Company, Boardwalk Regency Corp. d/b/a Caesars Atlantic City, Trump Taj Mahal Associates (formerly Trump Taj Mahal Associates, L.P.) t/a Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort, JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA, Discover Bank, Chase Bank USA, NA Chung Choi Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 11/01/2018, 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 1/13/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 16 Park Place, Floral Park, NY 11001, and described as follows: 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, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 32 Block 65 Lot 187 and 188. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $742,622.44 plus interest and costs. The

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 606764/2017 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee. SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Dated: 11/12/2025 File Number: 32674 CA 157187 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST JACQUELINE SALMON, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 2, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 1601 Johnson Avenue 13, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Hamlet of Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 32 Block 470 Lot 27. Approximate amount of judgment $717,212.08 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #011587/2008. Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 00-120754 87890 157143 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR NEW CENTURY HOME

EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-C, ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, Plaintiff, Against JEAN PIERRE FORTURE, REBECCA FORTURE; ROSE FORTURE, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 05/08/2024, 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 1/20/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 54 Biltmore Avenue, Elmont, New York 11003, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 0032 Block 00426-00 Lot 36, 37, 38 and 139. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $437,474.19 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 602172/2020 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Brian Davis, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 11/14/2025 File Number: 19-302406 CA 157317 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST Marva Schneider; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 14, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100

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Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 21,2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 135 Claridge Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and the State of New York, Section 32 Block 437 Lots 36, 37, 38 and 39. Approximate amount of judgment $486,938.88 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 004952/2016. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Dominic Chiariello, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: December 5, 2025 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2831 157294

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead entitled, “Handicapped Parking on Public Streets,” a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion. Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 13th day of January 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, to consider the adoption of a resolution setting aside certain parking spaces for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons at the following locations: FRANKLIN SQUARE JEFFERSON STREET west side, starting at a point 125 feet south of the south curbline of Naple Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-587/25) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons: BALDWIN COLONY DRIVE - west side, starting at a point

194 feet south of a point opposite the southeast curbline of North Drive, south for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-49/15 - 5/12/15) (TH-583/25) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard in person on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: December 9, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 157423

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 13th day of January, 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 197-15 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “PROHIBITION OF LEFT TURNS” at the following locations: BALDWIN GRAND AVENUE (TH 568/25) NO LEFT TURN - all motorists shall be prohibited from maneuvering to make a left turn of out of a business located at 2162 Grand Avenue onto Grand Avenue to proceed north in Baldwin. ELMONT LINDEN BOULEVARD (TH 580/25) South Side -NO LEFT TURN - all motorists shall be prohibited from maneuvering to make a left turn of out of a business located at 237-02 Linden Boulevard onto Linden Boulevard to proceed west in Elmont. Dated: December 9, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 157419 Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 01/07/2026 at 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: -----------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 P.M. 20/26. FRANKLIN SQUARE - Fit Fam One LLC, Special exception for place of public assembly and amusement in portion of existing building (proposed gym); Variance in off-street parking., E/s New Hyde Park Rd., 83.16’ N/o Washington St., a/k/a 166-206 New Hyde Park Rd. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in Franklin Square within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.go v/509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.go v/576/Live-StreamingVideo Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 157430

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the

provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Nathan L. H. Bennett Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, Town Hall Plaza, 1 Washington Street, Village and Town of Hempstead, New York, on the 13th day of January 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Chapter 202 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, in relation to restricted parking in residential areas immediately adjacent to Belmont Park Racetrack of Elmont and Bellerose Terrace, New York. The proposed local law is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Hempstead, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, where the same may be inspected during office hours. ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: December 9, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 157424

BETWEEN SIGNS 8 AM to 8 PM starting at a point 149 feet west of the west curbline of Bellmore Avenue, west for a distance of 275 feet. ALSO, to REPEAL from Chapter 202 “REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS” from the following locations: ELMONT LINDEN BOULEVARD (TH 468/84) South Side Section 202-19 15 MINUTE PARKING starting at a point 40 feet east of the east curbline of 237th Street, east for a distance of 46 feet. (Adopted 11/13/84) NORTH MERRICK JERUSALEM AVENUE (TH 498/07) North Side Section 202-11 ONE HOUR PARKING 8 AM to 8 PM starting at a point 185 feet west of the west curbline of Bellmore Avenue, west for a distance of 335 feet. (Adopted 12/11/07) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: December 9, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 157416 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on The 13th day of January 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 202-1 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at the following locations: ELMONT LINDEN BOULEVARD (TH 580/25) South Side -NO PARKING ANYTIME - starting at a point 10 feet east of the east curbline of 237th Street, east for a distance of 105 feet.

NORTH MERRICK JERUSALEM AVENUE (TH 566/25) North Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 424 feet west of the west curbline of Bellmore Avenue, west for a distance of 343 feet. SEAFORD ARON DRIVE SOUTH (TH 579/25) North Side -NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the east curbline of Abbey Lane, east for a distance of 30 feet. ABBEY LANE (TH 579/25) East Side -NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the north curbline of Aron Drive South, north for a distance of 30 feet. WANTAGH JACKSON AVENUE (TH 577/25) South Side -NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the west curbline of Wantagh Park Drive, west for a distance of 33 feet. WANTAGH PARK DRIVE (TH 577/25) West Side - NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the south curbline of Jackson Avenue, south for a distance of 35 feet. WANTAGH AVENUE (TH 582/25) East Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 428 feet north of the north curbline of Hunt Road, north for a distance of 80 feet. WEST HEMPSTEAD HEMPSTEAD AVENUE (TH 541/25) North Side - NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - at a point 30 feet west of the west curbline of Maplewood Street. ALSO, to REPEAL from Section 202-1 “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” from the following location: NORTH MERRICK JERUSALEM AVENUE (TH 498/07) North Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 520 feet west of the west curbline of Bellmore Avenue, west for a distance of 128 feet. (Adopted 12/11/07) WANTAGH WANTAGH AVENUE (TH 543/15) East Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 443 feet north of the north curbline of Hunt Road, north for a distance of 55 feet. (Adopted 11/24/15) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: December 9,

2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 157417 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 13th day of January, 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 197-5 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “ARTERIAL STOPS” at the following locations: GARDEN CITY SOUTH EUSTON ROAD SOUTH (TH 576/25) - STOP - All traffic traveling westbound on 8th Street shall come to a full stop. EUSTON ROAD SOUTH (TH 576/25) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on 8th Street shall come to a full stop. WOODMERE BROADWAY (TH 578/25) - STOP - All traffic traveling southeast on Linden Street shall to a full stop. ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: December 9, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 157418 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. FRANK DeOLIVEIRA, VICTOR DeOLIVEIRA Plaintiff -against- 1523 VAN SICLEN AVE PROPERTIES, LLC, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated October 15, 2025 and entered on November 18, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at

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dent-elect Joseph Biden, a Democrat. Five people died in the rioting. Since then, President Trump, a Republican, has survived two assassination attempts. In 2022, Paul Pelosi, the husband of former Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was bludgeoned with a hammer in the Pelosis’ home in San Francisco. In April of this year, a man attempted to burn down the residence of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a fellow Democrat. In June, Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman, a Democrat, was killed in a targeted attack at her home, along with

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only to break the law but also to tear at the moral fabric that holds communities together. Violence corrodes democracy itself. When citizens and leaders live under constant threat, they retreat from public engagement. Ordinary people withdraw from activism. Elected officials alter decisions out of fear for their families’ safety. Journalists censor themselves to avoid becoming targets. These chilling effects shrink the civic space, and create an atmosphere of suspicion and anger. The way forward requires a cultural shift that emphasizes respect, empathy and resilience even in the face of profound disagreements. Everyone from students to business executives to politicians to the media should refuse to share disinformation, avoid demonizing those with whom we have differing opinions and welcome calm, reasoned argument that can change minds more effectively than threats ever could. Passionate debate is fine. Disagreement is natural in a diverse society, and progress often emerges from that vigorous discussion. In stark contrast, every time a political leader is targeted, every time a citizen is attacked for his or her beliefs, the American experiment itself is weakened. At this point in our country’s history, the stakes could not be higher. We must choose civility over cruelty, and persuasion over violence.

letters Blakeman has a narrow definition of ‘safe’ To the Editor: Re County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s op-ed last week, “Protecting our kids and keeping Nassau County safe”: Blakeman’s myopia ought not be ours. Though the Nassau County Police Department is top-notch in both competence and compensation, “safety” is a far broader sentiment than armed personnel. With the most foreclosures in the metropolitan region, Nassau is not a safe place for those who can’t keep up with the Joneses. Our growing population of residents dependent on food bank services, absentee landlords and gig work surely appreciate our police, but don’t feel safe from economic predation. And neither drivers nor pedestrians are especially safe in Nassau, and the roadways themselves would win no awards. Our famed police are no comfort to anyone viewed through ICE-eyes as dusky, dusty or dawdling. We are not yet saved from Nassau’s dual-action dysfunctional property-tax regime, its failed bus patrol tax, its Nassau University Medical Center mess nor wasteful

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her husband, Mark Hortman. In a separate incident, Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman, also a Democrat, and his wife were wounded, allegedly by the same gunman. On Sept. 10, one day before our national commemoration of the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil, the assassination of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk shook the nation. All of these acts, though politically motivated in different ways, shared a tragic theme: a rejection of reasoned debate in favor of violence. The perpetrators’ actions defied both justice and ethics. Political leaders, regardless of party, must unequivocally denounce violence not only when it is directed at their allies, but also when it strikes their adversaries. The answers to bitter disagreements can be found instead in the very foundation of American law: our Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech, association and petition. These rights were spelled out so that individuals and groups could argue, persuade and organize without fear of reprisal. Violence, by contrast, seeks to silence opponents permanently. It is not an expression of political conviction but rather a repudiation of it — an attempt to destroy debate rather than contribute to it. That is why every civilized society criminalizes assault, murder and terrorism. To resort to such methods is not

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s most Long Islanders know, affordability, at its heart, is about what families experience every day. It’s a child starting the school day with a full stomach, a parent relieved of crushing child care costs, a college student able to pursue a career without sinking into debt. This is the kind of state New Yorkers deserve, one where families can live with dignity and plan with confidence. That’s why I have worked to put affordability at the center of my priorities. sieLa As the academic year begins, I’m BYnoe reminded of the past, when parents couldn’t afford to provide lunch or give their children lunch money each day. No parent should have to carry that stress, and no child should sit in class hungry. Alongside my colleagues in the Senate, I fought to secure $340 million in the state budget to make breakfast and lunch free for every student in New York, regardless of their family’s income, so all

young scholars can eat with dignity. Affordability also means giving young children the strongest possible start without risking the family’s financial security. That’s why I voted in favor of $1.2 billion in universal pre-kindergarten funding to continue our efforts to prepare children for their education and nurture their social, emotional and academic skills. I also collaborated with my fellow senators for the allocation of $112 million for afterschool programs, which bolster academic programming and offer enrichment opportunities. This saves families thousands on child care costs, while building the foundation children need to thrive. In that same vein, I fought for new and increased aid to school districts across Senate District 6 totaling $53.2 million, minimizing the need to raise residents’ property taxes. These funds help cover academic activities, transportation, supportive services and more, making sure that all students have the tools they need to succeed. Worries about affordability also show up in everyday moments like getting

ven preparing children for the return to school can be a source of major worry.

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Honoring veterans through service and support To the Editor: On Sept. 12, the day after 9/11, the National Day of Service and Remembrance, PSEG Long Island, National Grid and the nonprofit General Needs came together to host the first-ever Veteran Warm Up event, serving more than 100 local veterans. At this d r ive - t h ro u g h eve n t , ve t e r a n s received bedding, pillows, heaters, LED light bulbs and information about financial and energy-efficiency programs designed to help them keep warm when the weather gets colder. Why would PSEG Long Island step into this role? The answer is simple: because veterans are our neighbors, and many are among the most vulnerable members of our communities. Long Island is home to one of the massaPequa

largest populations of veterans in the country, and too many of them face challenges related to housing, health and employment. At PSEG Long Island, we believe our responsibility goes beyond keeping the lights on — we have a duty to support the wellbeing of the communities we serve. That’s why, year after year, our employee-volunteers give their time, energy and compassion at events that provide direct aid to veterans and other neighbors in need. Collaborating with organizations like General Needs amplifies that impact, ensuring that resources reach those who need them most. This commitment to community is an extension of our mission: to provide safe, reliable energy while also strengthening the fabric of the neighborhoods we call home. By supporting veterans, we honor their service and sacrifices while building a culture of understanding and respect that benefits us all. The Veteran Warm Up event is just one example of how PSEG Long Island strives to live out its values of safety, security and service. We do this because it’s the right thing to do — for our veterans and for our communities. DAVID LYONS Interim president and chief operating officer, PSEG Long Island

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children ready for the return to school. This summer I worked with a variety of community partners and stakeholders to offer backpack giveaway events throughout the district. At one such event, in partnership with Nassau County Legislator Olena Nicks and North Hempstead Councilman Robert Troiano, along with the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association, we gave away more than 800 backpacks filled with school supplies to students from the district. These initiatives, aimed at easing the financial burden on parents as the academic year begins, do more than help families prepare. They also send a message that members of our community are willing to extend a helping hand to one another. The need for affordable education doesn’t end in childhood, which is why my fellow senators and I invested $47 million statewide to make community college free for students ages 25 to 55 who are pursuing high-demand careers such as teaching, engineering and nursing. Affordability and sustainability can and should go hand in hand. The rising

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cost of water and its finite existence led me to sponsor Senate Bill S.4988, and secure $150,000 in the state budget to launch a rebate program in Nassau and Suffolk counties for families who install smart-irrigation devices. These systems save water, reduce bills and help protect the environment that we’ll pass on to the next generation. When it comes to health care, the high cost of prescription drugs has put necessary medications out of reach for too many New Yorkers. To address this concern, the Senate passed the New York Affordable Drug Manufacturing Act, offering a practical solution by empowering the state to partner in the production of generic drugs specifically to drive down prices. This bill targets highcost and at-risk medications like insulin, ensuring affordability and availability. Affordability can’t simply be a talking point. It must be embodied in legislation and budget allocations. Whether it’s fighting for free meals, expanding pre-K, making college accessible or supporting families with basic school supplies, I will continue to advocate for programming and policies that make life more affordable for everyone.

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Affordability can’t just be a talking point

We publish three columns in each edition of the Herald every week. Columns represent the views of the writers, not of the Herald. Each writer works independently and chooses his or her own subjects. Among our regular contributors are former U.S. Rep. Peter King, former State Assemblyman Jerry Kremer and the Nassau Herald’s former executive editor, Randi Kreiss. We also feature columns by a wide variety of elected leaders — local, county, state and federal — on a rotating basis. And we regularly invite guest columnists who are not involved in politics — including members of our editorial staff — to offer their views.

Special features The op-ed, or opposite the editorial, page features a weekly Framework photo, which is chosen by our photo editor, Tim Baker. The Framework offers a creative, at times humorous outlet for our photography staff. In this spot, we also publish photos sent to us by readers featuring them on vacation, reading the Herald at international landmarks. We call it Herald Around the World. At times, a correction might appear on the op-ed page. We strive each week for the highest standards of accuracy and accountability. When we make mistakes in our reporting, we believe we must own up to them and correct the record.

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