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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder demonstrated the police department’s newest water rescue technology on Sept. 10 at Masone Beach.

The Nassau County Police Department recently unveiled its latest water rescue technology — drones equipped with flotation devices that could be deployed to save swimmers, boaters, kayakers or others in distress. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said the technology is especially important in a county surrounded by water and in communities where beaches, boating and fishing are part of everyday life. Police officials demonstrated the new water rescue capability — called the Drone as First Responder program — on Sept. 10 at Masone Beach in Island Park. “We are an island surrounded by water,” Blakeman said. “Our beaches are very important to us. Boating is very important. Fishing is very important.” The water rescue equipment is designed to reach someone in distress before police or marine units can CoNtiNuEd oN PagE 10

L.I. Cares and partners lead Hunger Action Month By ANDREW FRANCIS afrancis@liherald.com

In September, food banks across the country celebrate Hunger Action Month, a time when communities support organizations that offer help to food-insecure families. Long Island Cares, a network of food pantries, including one in Freeport, is part of the initiative, and hopes to secure additional food and monetary donations from Long Island communities to enhance its ongoing services. Peter Crescenti, Long Island Cares’ media relations representative, listed the rising cost

of groceries, losses in benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Prog ram nationwide and uncertainty about donations as reasons that additional support is essential to continue the organization’s work. Its efforts are concentrated at regional food banks in Freeport, Bethpage, Hampton Bays, Happauge, Huntington Station, Lindenhurst and Valley Stream. A $100,000 match donation from Long Island Cares’ board of directors began the Hunger Action Month drive, with all additional donations from Long Islanders going directly to the purchase and distribution of

food for those in need. Gary Barnofsky, who began volunteering at the Freeport Long Island Cares branch five months ago, said that this month’s initiative highlights the growing needs of the community. “There is such a need, and so many people that have food anxiety, and really count on t h i s o r g a n i z at i o n t o h e l p them,” Barnofsky said. “The more people that could contribute, small or large, would greatly help everyone.” Joann Laroche, another Freeport volunteer, echoed those sentiments, saying that since she began volunteering in

March, she has learned a great deal about those who are food insecure. “I really want to help those in need, and providing food and service is a great way to do that,” Laroche said. “You run into people from all different walks of life, even people that you wouldn’t expect would need services like that.”

Long Island Cares is contributing in other ways to Hunger Action Month. The organization has joined a group of state elected officials to tackle the changes to SNAP, including the federal government’s decision to shift “a huge portion of the cost of feeding our neighbors” from SNAP to state gover nCoNtiNuEd oN PagE 5

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Roosevelt touts new changes to start school year The Roosevelt Union Free School District welcomed students back to classes for the first time for the start of the 2026-2027 school year after Labor Day. Combined with the natural excitement back-to-school season offers, new developments in the district have made this year additionally exciting for many in Roosevelt. Classes began on Sept. 8, with district administrators and faculty welcoming students back to classrooms and emphasizing the district’s theme of unity. At Roosevelt Middle School, the district welcomed its first-ever sixth-grade class. Teachers greeted the newest members of the school community, helped them review their new schedules and provided each student a Yondr pouch, a small pack that securely stores cell phones during the school day and helps reduce possible distractions during classes. At the Washington Rose Elementary School, students received a red carpet welcome courtesy of district administrators, members of local Divine Nine fraternities and the number 53 chapter of Doric Lodge. The students’ entrance was complete with music, and high-fives from community members enthusiastically greeting each child. More excitement was recently had at Washington Rose, as the school and district officially received a $40,129.52 check from Nassau County Legislator Scott Davis on Sept. 14. The funds were

from a Community Revitalization Project grant he secured, and was given to the district to purchase a new digital sign for Washington Rose. “The first day of school is always a special moment, but this year brought even more reasons to celebrate,” Superintendent of Schools Shawn Wightman said. “From welcoming our first sixthgrade class at Roosevelt Middle School to the tremendous support of our community partners at Washington Rose, our schools demonstrated what it means to come together for our students. We are excited about the year ahead and remain committed to creating learning environments where every student feels welcomed, supported and ready to succeed.” At the district’s other schools, Centennial Avenue Elementary School, Ulysses Byas Elementary School and Roosevelt High School, staff warmly greeted students and families while students reunited with friends. The high school seniors came to the school’s football field earlier in the day to watch the sunrise together at the start of their final year together in the district. –Andrew Francis

Students Jovan Singh, Amari Hatch and Zeke Calbio were welcomed back to school by Ulysses Byas Elementary School Principal Unique Gale-Wilson.

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Freeport schools acknowledge 9/11 anniversary Through a variety of programs, classroom activities and tributes, hundreds of students and staff members in the Freeport school district commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Each school shared a common focus on remembering those who were lost in the attacks, including the Freeport residents who lost their lives. Students at the Archer Street Elementary School gathered on the front lawn beneath the U.S. flag for their remembrance ceremony. The program featured a performance of “You’re a Grand Old Flag” by the third-grade Ukulele Club, a rendition of “Taps” and a moment of silence. The ceremony concluded with the school community joining together to sing “God Bless America.” At the Bayview Avenue School of Arts and Sciences, students and staff dressed in red, white and blue to honor the legacies of the lives lost on Sept. 11 and for the community heroes still serving. Two students sang “America,” followed by a moment of silence during the ceremony. Several “remembrance activities” were done in classrooms throughout the day to further the commemoration efforts. The Leo F. Giblyn Elementary School welcomed first responders and individuals who were in the World Trade Center during the Sept. 11 attacks for their Respect Parade through the school’s halls. Students presented further tributes in the forms of songs and poetry at the conclusion of the parade. New Visions Elementary School of Discovery and Exploration held an outdoor ceremony to recognize several of Freeport’s heroes. –Andrew Francis

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Caroline G. Atkinson Elementary School students display their artistic tribute to the fallen from the Sept. 11, 2001 World Trade Center attacks.

Local church hosts a back-to-school event given out at the extravaganza included girls receiving back-to-school hairstyles, insurance infor mation, canned goods, clothing, school supplies and a prayer table for those seeking spiritual upliftment. Some of the school supplies that were donated were bookbags, notebooks, folders, pencils, erasers, rulers, glue sticks, highlighters and more. “We do need other women to come in so we can support these young women,” Anderson said of Open Hearts and Hands’ continued efforts. “We do need the community to come in to help us assist with the young women.”

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Young ladies and girls of the Roosevelt community assembled at the Gospel Lighthouse Assembly church for a Back to School Extravaganza, organized by the Open Hearts and Hands community organization in conjunction with Agape Ministries. The event offered free school supplies, community resources and opportunities for socialization. Based in Roosevelt, Open Hearts and Hands focuses on providing girls and women with leadership development, mentorship and community service. Founded in 2024 by Tadayshia Anderson, the organization sought to further its services through the Sept. 12 back-to-school event. Some of the services and resources

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Lian Dominguez, 8, Darielle Hawthorne, 8, Ava Smith, 7, Amelia Craig, 9, and Da’Miyah Hawthorne, 9, enjoy some games together at the Back to School Extravaganza.

The young girls that attended left more prepared for the school year ahead while enjoying time socializing.

Resource Night comes to Centennial Park By ANDREW FRANCIS afrancis@liherald.com

Hundreds of Roosevelt residents and surrounding community members got to partake in the first-ever Roosevelt Resource Night in Centennial Park. The event, hosted by the Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs, offered residents an opportunity to learn about the available health and social resources in their area. Over 300 families attended the Roosevelt Resource Night on Sept. 15, as over a dozen community organizations based in Freeport, Roosevelt and elsewhere in Nassau County, met with the locals. “It was a fantastic event,” Lionel Chitty, executive director of the Office of Minority Affairs told the Herald. “We had everything, services related to healthcare, family services, childcare, wellness, education and other central community driven resources.” Chitty, who is a former Roosevelt resident, also praised the giving away of clothes and 300 bookbags filled with school supplies as helpful for students getting adjusted to a new school year this fall. Social activities and food were also available during the evening to all. Collaborating with the Office of Minority Affairs to host the Roosevelt Resource Night were the Nassau Coun-

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Choice for All was one of the several community organizations that participated in the Sept. 15 Roosevelt Resource Fair. ty’s Parks and Recreation and Bureau of Health Access departments. Additional participating agencies included Harmony Health, Choice for All, Four Leaf Federal Credit Union, the Freeport-Roosevelt NAACP branch,

Zion Cathedral Social Action Ministry and many more. Chitty told the Herald that future resource nights are in development in other Nassau communities and their remains committed interest in having

repeat events or additional ones of this nature in Roosevelt. For those interested in learning more about the Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs, their programs and their events, please visit their Facebook page.

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Shoplifting On Sept. 12, the Nassau County Police Department arrested two Freeport residents for an alleged shoplifting in Westbury. Hasley J. Derosena, 52, and Alice Derosena, 46, were arrested at a Walmart on Old Country Road at about 2:57 p.m. On Sept. 14, Nassau County police officers arrested Clara M. Bailey, 65, of Freeport, for allegedly shoplifting. She was arrested at about 3:25 p.m. at a Target located on Corporate Drive in Westbury.

Driving intoxiCateD On Sept. 11, Gowmatie Harvey, 52, of Freeport, was arrested by Nassau County Police Department officers for allegedly driving while intoxicated on the Hempstead Turnpike in Franklin Square. The arrest occurred around 10:47 p.m. On Sept. 12, the Freeport Police Department arrested a person, after investigating a motor vehicle accident, who was allegedly found to have been operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. The person was trans-

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On Sept. 13, Freeport police officers arrest an individual after stopping them for an alleged traffic violation and found that they were operating the vehicle while intoxicated. The person was transported to Freeport Police Headquarters for arrest processing.

With autumn only weeks away, many people are gearing up for leaf removal, holiday decorating and other outdoor activities around the house. As residents make the most of the season, PSEG Long Island, The Public Service Enterprise Group, seeks to remind everyone to keep safety at the forefront when using electricity. “Many of us will be utilizing electricity to clear fallen leaves, put up our holiday decorations and otherwise Herald file prepare our homes for the As trees get more bare and temperatures continue colder months,” Michael Sullivan, PSEG Long Island’s to dip, Long Island residents are cautioned to be vice president of Electric careful with electrical equipment this fall. Operations, said. “Whether that are damp. you are using electric lawn Make sure their work and garden equipment, wiring up electric holiday displays or installing weatherproofing, power tools are protected with threeit’s important to follow best practices to pronged grounding plugs, unless they are double insulated. ensure everyone stays safe.” Ensure that all outdoor outlets have PSEG Long Island offered several recommendations to Freeport residents waterproof covers. Outlets that have and surrounding neighbors as they try moisture in them may create a shock to maintain their yards and properties hazard. Keep all ladders far away from elecas temperatures cool this fall. Check that extension cords are cor- tric lines. Have an emergency plan for their rectly rated for the amount of electricity they are to carry and are Underwrit- family in case a major storm hits. September is historically the busiest part er Laboratory approved. Check all electric cords for visible of hurricane season. Lear n more damage. Cracked or frayed cords can be at psegliny.com/SafetyAndReliability/ stormsafety/beforeastorm. dangerous. Never use power equipment on wet –Andrew Francis hedges, grass, shrubs, or in any areas

larCeny On Sept. 14, Freeport police officers arrested a subject who was investigated for an alleged larceny from a local business. The subject was transported to Freeport Police Headquarters for arrest processing.

loSt anD DamageD property On Sept. 8, Freeport police officers secured a report for an individual who found a discarded electric scooter in front of their local business. No criminality was suspected. The Freeport Police Department did not receive a request for an arrest, nor arrested any individuals.

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khAlil BRAssEll LAWRENCE Senior FOOTBALL BRASSELL DID EVERYTHING but drive the Golden Tornadoes’ team bus home following its 38-36 victory at Oyster Bay Sept. 10. It was the first win for the program in 29 games, and the 550th win all-time. The senior quarterback was a major reason the losing skid came to a halt. Brassell provided the difference with 30 seconds remaining with a 2-point conversion run. He threw three touchdown passes and also added a rushing score in the win.

games to watch Thursday, Sept. 24 Boys Soccer: Calhoun at Mepham.......................4 p.m. Boys Soccer: Garden City at Carey ......................5 p.m. Boys Soccer: Hempstead at Farmingdale ............5 p.m. Boys Soccer: Massapequa at Uniondale .............5 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 25 Girls Soccer: West Hempstead at Clarke ..............5 p.m. Boys Soccer: V.S. South at Lawrence ...................5 p.m. Boys Soccer: V.S. North at Wantagh .....................5 p.m. Boys Soccer: Lynbrook at Seaford .......................5 p.m. Boys Soccer: South Side at Hewlett ...............5:30 p.m. Football: Plainedge at Lynbrook ..........................6 p.m. Football: South Side at Seaford .....................6:30 p.m. Football: Long Beach at Farmingdale .............6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 26 Football: Carey at Oceanside..........................1:30 p.m. Football: Malverne at Clarke ...........................1:30 p.m. Football: V.S. North at Sewanhaka ..................1:30 p.m. Football: Wantagh at Floral Park .....................1:30 p.m. Football: Elmont at ERock/WHemp .....................2 p.m. Football: Plainview at Kennedy ............................2 p.m. Football: East Meadow at MacArthur ...................2 p.m. Football: Massapequa vs Garden City .................5 p.m. Football: North Shore at Glen Cove ................5:30 p.m.

After dropping the opener, Freeport football has answered the bell with backto-back come-from behind wins in Nassau Conference I. Trailing by six points at halftime last Friday, the Red Devils (2-1) exploded for 21 third quarter points en route to a 28-13 road win at Herricks/Wheatley/Roslyn. The comeback victory came a week after junior running back Christian McCravey’s second-half, 12-yard touchdown run propelled Freeport to a 16-13 home triumph against Westbury Sept. 10. “We are playing one week at a time,” Freeport head coach Jimmy Jones said. “We’re trying to get better week by week.” McCravey jumpstarted the comeback in the third game with a 71-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter and executed the ensuing two-point conversion to give the Red Devils a 14-13 lead. He then added a 66-yard touchdown run to make it 20-13 before senior running back Dylan Pigott capped the third quarter explosion with a 37-yard score. Freeport’s defense shut out Herricks/Wheatley/Roslyn in the second half led by seven tackles from freshman defensive back Jaison Gentles. The versatile McCravey finished the day with 239 yards and three touchdowns on just eight car ries. He began the season as a receiver and switched to the backfield due to an injury. “He’s lightning in a bottle,” said Jones of McCravey, who is also a standout wresv

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Kahli Shaw opened the scoring in Freeport’s 16-13 win over Westbury on its new turf field Sept. 10. tler. “He is tough as nails.” McCravey stepped up on both sides of the ball and iced the Westbury win with a late strip sack around mid-

field. He also converted two t wo - p o i n t c o nve r s i o n s through the air and on the ground to key the three-point win.

Senior running back Kahli Shaw opened the Freeport scoring against Westbury with an 11-yard touchdown run in the first quarter followed by McCravey two-point conversion pass to Kyle Fernandez that made it 8-0. Shaw went down with an injury in the Westbury game but is expected in Freeport’s next g a m e a g a i n s t Ro o s eve l t Thursday. The Westbury win marked the first win for Jones since returning as Freeport head coach after missing last season following his 2024 debut replacing the legendary Russ Cellan. “Getting that first win was huge as now the buy-in from eve r yo n e b e c o m e s m o re clear,” Jones said. “We had to battle literally until the last play.” The opener saw Freeport fall 14-8 at Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK. The Red Devils trailed 14-0 before Shaw retur ned a kickof f for a touchdown and then rushed for the ensuing two-point conversion. F ree por t will make a quick bus trip to face Roosevelt in a non-league crossover game this Thursday 5 p.m. before hosting Hicksville on Oct. 3 at 5 p.m. The Red Devils will then visit Fa r m i n g d a l e fo r F r i d ay Night Lights on Oct. 9 and play their final two games at home on Oct. 23 against Syosset and Oct. 31 versus Uniondale. “We are looking to get better every week and hopefully stockpile enough wins where we are one of the top eight teams and make the playoffs where anything can happen,” Jones said.

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The jockey colony for the first race at the transformed Belmont Park, which opened last Friday before a spirited crowd of 6,000.

Long Island fans take in a new Belmont Park By HAILEY FULMER hfulmer@liherald.com

Racegoers were pouring into Belmont Park last Friday eager to see the track they remembered in a whole new form. Long-time fans wandered through the grounds finding their way around a racetrack that looked familiar in name but almost entirely new in person. “Everything’s new,” said Loretta Tumbarello of West Hempstead, who has been coming to Belmont for more than 30 years. “We loved it.” Tumbarello came with memories of a very different Belmont. She and her family used to make an entire afternoon of their trips to the track, bringing sandwiches, drinks, folding chairs and coolers and finding a spot beneath the trees. The old Belmont, she said, felt like a place where families could settle in and stay awhile. Now, she was trying to figure out whether that part of Belmont would have a place in the new version. “Are we going to be allowed to enjoy the backyard like we did with the old Belmont?” she asked. The rebuilt park is centered around a five-story grandstand, with the first two floors open for the return of racing. The remaining floors are expected to be completed in early 2027. The facility includes four racing surfaces, including a 1 1/2-mile dirt track, two turf courses and a one-mile Tapeta track. There are also new restaurants, bars and concession areas, including Big Red’s, Homestretch Market, Silks and the Trackside Lounge. “At the old Belmont, we paid $3 or $5 for preferred parking in front,” Tumbarello said. “I want to be able to park in the front so I can just walk out that gate like I used to in the old days.” She also hopes the new park eventually offers more shade and places to sit. For Tumbarello, those details are tied to decades of memories. She remembered coming to Belmont with her mother, husband and brother, spending long after-

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Fans took in the view on opening day from trackside. noons outside and celebrating milestones there. “We used to have parties there when we retired,” she said. “My husband and I, we had a huge party back there.” Shari Brosnan, who grew up in Rego Park and has lived in the area for more than 30 years, also came to see the new Belmont for herself. Brosnan liked the sleek, modern appearance, but said the new building felt strikingly different from the old Belmont she remembered. She also remembered bringing her children to the old track, where a duck pond, playground and children’s activities gave families another reason to spend the day there. “It was family-oriented,” Brosnan said. For Donald and Doreen Smith, opening day was a chance to return to a place that had been part of their lives long before the construction began. The couple, formerly of Freeport, now lives about six miles south of Saratoga but came back to Long

Island for the much-anticipated return to racing. They said they once made regular trips to Belmont with a group of friends. “We used to come here all the time,” Donald Smith said. The Smiths have been involved in horse ownership for more than 20 years. They have celebrated victories by horses including Kentucky Derby winners Orb and Authentic, as well as Seize the Grey’s Preakness win. For Doreen Smith, the thrill of racing still comes down to moments like celebrating a victory in the winner’s circle. The couple praised the new facility, although Donald had one suggestion after spending time outside. “I wish they had more seats, more benches in the shade,” he said. “Me with the fair skin, I can’t take this.” Vince Roth of East Rockaway’s two-year-old filly, Winning Fashion, competed in the first dirt race at the rebuilt Belmont Park. The result was not what Roth and NY Final Furlong, had hoped for, but being there was enough to make the afternoon memorable. “It’s cool to be part of the first race on the dirt at Belmont,” Roth said. Roth has been involved in horse racing for about 15 years. He first became interested in the sport after watching Smarty Jones race at Belmont Park about 20 years ago. Last Friday marked Winning Fashion’s racing debut, and Roth said several of the horses ahead of her already had experience. “You never know what you’re gonna get with a twoyear-old,” he said. He expects the experience to give Winning Fashion something to build on as she gets more races under her belt. The park has plenty of history left to make. The Belmont Stakes is scheduled to return in 2027 on June 5, followed by the Breeders’ Cup World Championships on Oct. 29-30.

News briefs Cheryl Wills and John Singleton Jr. recently celebrated 30 loving years of marriage together with the village and various high-profile attendees. They additionally celebrated their combined 60th birthdays. Village of Freeport Mayor Robert Kennedy joined locals, family members, elected officials and other dignitaries in c e l e b r a t i n g t h e c o u p l e ’s decades of love and community involvement in Freeport as residents. “It is a pleasure to honor Courtesy Alonzo Boldin/Zo Photography Cheryl and John, residents who continually give back to Freeport’s Mayor Robert Kennedy, center, had the Freeport, and we wish them pleasure of celebrating the wedding anniversary many more birthdays togeth- of Cheryl Wills and John Singleton Jr. er,” Kennedy said. Other attendees included New York Together, Wills and Singleton have been a part of community State Assemblyman Noah Burroughs, projects that help mentor and work Freeport Chamber of Commerce President Benjamin Jackson, Village of with students. In addition to the successes they Hempstead Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr. have had together as a couple, the pair and Nassau County Legislator Debra have accomplished significant individ- Mulé. The afternoon was capped off by a ual career prominence as well. Wills is an Emmy award-winning news anchor perfor mance by rap star Dar ryl for Spectrum NY1 News, and Singleton “D.M.C.” McDaniels of the popular hip is the principal of the Clear Stream hop group RUN D.M.C. Avenue Elementary School in Valley –Andrew Francis Stream’s District 30 school district.

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Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby of the Town of Hempstead, second from left, met with members of the Zion Cathedral Church of God in Christ.

Zion Cathedral awarded citation for BBQ Freeport residents and members of the Zion Cathedral Church of God in Christ in the village met briefly with Town of Hempstead Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby during the church’s family barbecue event. During the event, Goosby awarded honorary citations to the church for its continued community efforts. The Zion Cathedral Family BBQ took place on Sept. 5 at the Bishop Frank O. White Memorial Park in Freeport, named after a now-deceased spiritual leader at Zion Cathedral. Dur-

ing the barbecue, several of the church’s members engaged in fellowship and outdoor recreation. During Goosby’s visit, she presented citations from the Town of Hempstead to Vincent Clarke, Lerrel Turner and Johnathan Hollingsworth. The citations and certificates were in honor of “the service and dedication of the church to its members and the surrounding communities,” said Mike Caputo, a Town of Hempstead communiations representative. –Andrew Francis

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arrive. According to Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, a 911 call reporting someone in trouble in the water is automatically geocoded, allowing a drone pilot at the department’s intelligence center to immediately send a drone to the location. “If there is a swimmer in distress, if there’s a kayaker or a boater, a missing person on the waterways, we will immediately deploy these drones,” Blakeman explained. The drones can travel at speeds of up to 45 mph and remain airborne for roughly 25 to 30 minutes before needing to be recharged. They are also equipped with technology — including thermal imaging — that can help locate people. Once the drone reaches a person in the water, it can drop a flotation device. A water-activated beacon on the equipment can be seen from more than a mile away, while the flotation device opens when it hits the water, giving the person something to hold onto while emergency crews continue to respond. Ryder said the goal is not to replace the department’s marine or aviation units, but to give those in distress some equipment to help them stay afloat during the critical minutes before rescuers arrive. “We live on an island,” Ryder said. “Everybody knows, in the summer, our marine units do over 150 rescues a year. Five to 10 minutes can mean the saving of someone’s life.” The drones are currently stationed at eight locations throughout Nassau County, and Ryder said the department plans to expand the program to 24 drones by the spring. “We’ve already seen a large use,” Ryder said of the program. “We have dedicated pilots that are at the sta-

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Alongside recently revamped safety efforts and new marine equipment for the Freeport Police Department, collaborative law enforcement efforts hope to strengthen security for all in local waters on the South Shore. tion waiting for those calls to come out.” The department has 40 FAA-certified drone pilots, with 12 currently dedicated to the Drone as First Responder program. The drones generally operate at about 200 feet above water but can descend to roughly 20 feet when necessary. The system also is designed to provide overlapping coverage, allowing another drone to be deployed if the first drone is searching for an extended period and its battery begins to run low. Weather remains one limitation, as strong winds and heavy rain can prevent the drones from flying, making

the department’s marine and aviation units essential parts of the rescue response, county officials said. The new equipment is being funded through asset forfeiture money seized from drug-related investigations rather than taxpayer dollars, Ryder said. For Island Park, Freeport and other South Shore communities, the technology adds another layer of protection to waterways where residents and visitors spend much of the summer. “Everything we can do to keep our community safe, we will do,” Blakeman said. “We have made that commitment.”

things to know about suicide prevention

Resources, warning signs and ways to help By ALLYSON FERRARI aferrari@liherald.com

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, recognize warning signs and connect people with resources that can help. For Nassau County residents, knowing what to look for, how to respond and where to seek support can make a difference when someone is struggling with their mental health. Here are three things to know about suicide prevention and getting adequate help.

Learn the warning signs that could signal someone needs help

Know where Nassau County residents can turn for help in a crisis

How to respond when someone you know is struggling

Warning signs of suicide can include talking about wanting to die, expressing hopelessness or feeling like a burden to others. Someone who is struggling may also withdraw from friends and family, experience extreme mood changes, increase their use of drugs or alcohol, give away possessions or say goodbye to loved ones. Not everyone will display the same warning signs, which is why significant changes in behavior should be taken seriously. If you are concerned about someone, asking directly whether they are thinking about suicide can open the door to a conversation and help connect them with support. Additional support can come in the way of offering extra quality time with a person to show more care and get the chance to converse.

Nassau County residents experiencing a mental health or suicidal crisis can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The free service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can also be used by people concerned about a friend or family member. Trained professionals will be connected to any callers and provide quality over-the-phone care. Residents can also turn to local behavioral health providers and organizations for counseling, crisis intervention and other mental health services. The Nassau County Department of Human Services can provide information about behavioral health resources available locally. If someone is in immediate danger or experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

Friends, relatives, co-workers and neighbors can play an important role when someone is experiencing a mental health crisis. Listen without judgment, take statements about suicide seriously and help the person connect with professional support. If you believe someone is in immediate danger, do not leave the person alone. Seek professional assistance and, when it can be done safely, reduce access to firearms, medications or other potentially dangerous items. Support should not necessarily end when the immediate crisis passes. Checking in with the person afterwards and encouraging continued professional care can help someone know that support in the form of yourself and others remains available.

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Healthy aging starts at any age

Feeling your best isn’t about age — it’s about everyday healthy choices.

healthier, happier future doesn’t But wellness isn’t a fad, a number happen overnight. It starts with on a scale or a complicated regimen the small choices we make involving a refrigerator full of green juice. today. It’s about balance. Maybe it happens when you catch That means caring for both body your reflection and notice a few more and mind, making choices that support lines around your eyes. Or when the long-term health and addressing stairs seem a little steeper than they potential problems before they become used to. Maybe it’s simply waking up bigger ones. The Centers for Disease one morning and thinking, Wow, I don’t Control and Prevention reports that 6 in feel as young as I used to. 10 U.S. adults have at least one chronic Here’s the good news: You don’t disease, while 4 in 10 have two or more. have to feel younger to age well. Many chronic conditions are influenced In fact, September’s observance of by behaviors and lifestyle factors, Healthy Aging Month — with its theme making prevention an important part of of Curiosity Has No Age Limit — offers staying well. a chance to rethink the whole idea of The good news? Healthy living getting older. Aging isn’t something to doesn’t require perfection. fight or a clock to outrun. It’s a process It’s about making better choices — and one that can come with strength, more often. experience, new interests, deeper relationships and plenty of opportunities Put good things on your plate Healthy eating advice can to feel your best. sometimes feel like a never-ending list The Healthy Aging Campaign, of things we’re supposed to avoid. No established more than two decades sugar. No fat. No carbs. No fun. ago, was created to encourage a more A better approach is to think about positive approach to growing older what you can add. and to remind people that health Fill more of your plate with colorful encompasses much more than a doctor’s visit. Nutrition, physical activity, fruits and vegetables. Choose whole grains, lean proteins and nutrient-rich mental health, social connections foods. Drink water regularly and limit and even financial well-being can all sugary beverages and highly processed influence quality of life as we age. foods that are high in added sugar, And there’s an important takeaway for everyone, regardless of age: Healthy sodium and unhealthy fats. And don’t underestimate the power aging starts long before you consider of a few simple swaps. yourself “older.” Fresh herbs and spices can give a The choices made in your 20s and favorite dish plenty of flavor without 30s can help establish a foundation for relying on excess butter or salt. Try the decades ahead. For those already adding vegetables to pasta dishes or further along life’s road, it’s never too replacing some refined carbohydrates late to make a change. A healthier with vegetable alternatives. Keep fresh tomorrow can begin with something as fruit handy for a naturally sweet snack. simple as a walk today. Even water can get a makeover. Add slices of lemon, cucumber or strawberry, Think beyond the scale or toss in fresh mint or basil. It’s a small Wellness has become a bit of a change, but one that can make reaching buzzword. We hear about workplace for water instead of a sugary drink feel a wellness programs, fitness studios lot more appealing. promising to restore our wellness and Think less about dieting and more health plans encouraging preventive care.

about building a way of eating that you can actually live with.

Exercise works best when it doesn’t feel like punishment. If the thought of spending an hour on a treadmill makes you want to stay on the couch, don’t. Take a walk with a friend. Put on music and dance. Go for a hike. Garden. Swim. Try a group fitness class. The best activity is often the one you enjoy enough to keep doing. If you’re starting from scratch, don’t worry about doing it all at once. Ten minutes of movement is a perfectly respectable place to begin. Build gradually, with the goal of incorporating regular physical activity into your routine. Movement can support strength, balance, cardiovascular health and independence — all particularly important as we get older. And remember: You don’t need to be an athlete to be active.

Keep your brain curious Your brain likes a challenge. Learning something new can be one of the most enjoyable ways to keep your mind engaged. Pick up a crossword puzzle. Challenge a friend to a game of chess. Learn mah jongg or canasta. Take up an instrument you’ve always wanted to play. Try a language class. Write, paint, cook or explore a hobby that requires concentration and creativity. The point isn’t necessarily mastering something. It’s continuing to learn. Meditation and mindfulness can offer another way to care for the mind. Research suggests meditation may help reduce stress and anxiety, while some studies are exploring its potential role in supporting cognitive health. Even a few quiet minutes devoted to breathing and clearing your thoughts can provide a welcome pause in a busy day. Think of it as a little maintenance for the mind.

Don’t underestimate the power of people There’s another ingredient in healthy aging that doesn’t come in a bottle, isn’t sold at a gym and can’t

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be measured on a fitness tracker: connection. Relationships matter. Make plans with a friend. Call a family member. Join a club. Volunteer. Take a class. Attend a local event. Find reasons to get out of the house and into the world. Staying socially engaged can provide companionship, purpose and emotional support — all important pieces of overall well-being.

A new leaf, at any age Healthy aging isn’t about pretending you’re 25 forever. It’s about making sure the years ahead are as healthy, active and fulfilling as possible. That can mean taking better care of your heart, strengthening your body, challenging your brain, eating a little better, finding ways to manage stress or simply saying yes to something new. You don’t have to overhaul your life in September. Start with one thing. Take the stairs. Walk around the block. Add another vegetable to dinner. Put down the phone and call a friend. Spend 10 quiet minutes with your thoughts. Finally sign up for that class you’ve been thinking about. Small choices have a way of becoming habits, and habits have a way of shaping the future. So this month, turn over a new leaf — not because you’re getting older, but because there’s still plenty of living, learning, laughing and exploring ahead. That’s the real art of aging well.

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Forget the fountain of youth. Healthy habits may be the better bet for feeling your best at every age.

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How to live better with multiple chronic conditions

Brigit C. Palathra, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine and Chief of Palliative Care at Mount Sinai South Nassau urges those living with multimorbidity to research and understand their conditions and use their physicians as a resource.

oughly 27 percent of U.S. adults, including 62 percent of adults 65 and older, live with two or more chronic health conditions, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Having two or more chronic conditions is called multimorbidity. The most common combination of chronic conditions is high blood pressure and high cholesterol, affecting more than 30 million adults in the United States. Other common combinations include conditions that affect metabolism, the heart and blood vessels, and the muscles and joints, such as high blood pressure with arthritis or diabetes. Among men, the most common combinations are

high blood pressure with diabetes or heart disease. Among women, common combinations typically include high blood pressure with obesity, osteoarthritis, or depression. Adults 60 and older with multimorbidity have nearly twice the risk of death as adults who are healthy or have one condition. Studies from groups such as the National Institutes of Health show that up to 70 percent of deaths in older adults are associated with multimorbidity. Whether you are managing your own health or caring for a loved one, Brigit C. Palathra, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine and Chief of Palliative Care at Mount Sinai South Nassau, recommends these tips to live better with multimorbidity: 1. Ask questions and use resources your doctor recommends to learn about your conditions and treatments. ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini may also be useful research tools, however, review the information they provide with your physician. 2. Track your health with a chart or journal and bring it to your appointments. Your daily health record can include your diet and

activities, medicines and supplements and when you take them, physical or mental changes, side effects, progress, and other health information. This can help you and your doctors update your care plan as needed and maintain your quality of life. 3. Stick to your health goals. Be specific about what you want from your care plan. Do you want to stay independent, keep doing your hobbies and exercise, or have more energy and stamina? Setting goals can help you and your doctors create a care plan that supports what matters to you.

enjoy. If you feel overwhelmed, ask your doctor whether a therapist could help you manage your mental health. Mount Sinai South Nassau’s geriatric medicine team includes doctors who care for older adults. The team focuses on the whole person and provides personalized care for chronic illnesses. The hospital is designated as a NICHE hospital (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) for its commitment to meeting the complex health care needs of older patients. For more information about Mount Sinai South Nassau’s geriatric care services, call 516-632-4200.

4. Understand the risks and benefits of your medicines. This is an important part of preventive care. Knowing your medicines and their possible side effects can help you get the most from your treatment plan and maintain your quality of life. 5. Protect your mental health. Managing multiple chronic conditions can be stressful and limiting. It may increase your risk of depression. Take care of your mental health as you do your physical health. If you feel weighed down, try activities and hobbies you

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causing people to avoid family gatherings, community activities, or social events. Unfortunately, isolation may negatively affect cognitive and emotional health. Treating hearing difficulties can make communication easier and help you remain connected to the people and activities you enjoy. 4. Monitor Your Brain Health Early Early identification of hearing and cognitive changes allows you to take action sooner. Dr. Keith Darrow’s Brain Care Score focuses on 14 modifiable risk factors that may influence long-term brain health. Understanding your personal risk factors can help you

make informed decisions and create a proactive care plan. 5. Adopt Brain-Healthy Habits Regular physical activity, balanced nutrition, quality sleep, stress management, and meaningful social interaction all support brain health. Simple habits—such as walking, eating a Mediterranean-style diet, staying hydrated, and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule—can make a meaningful difference over time. Make September Your Time to Take Action Healthy aging is not only about adding years to your life—it is about protecting

your ability to remain connected, independent, and engaged. This Healthy Aging Month, make your hearing and brain health a priority. Call (516) 212-0691 today to learn more or schedule your comprehensive hearing and brain health evaluation. Plus, visit HBCABookOffer.com to request your FREE copy of Dr. Keith Darrow’s book, Preventing Decline: Advances in the Medical Treatment of Hearing Loss and Tinnitus. Find a local provider at ExcellenceInAudiology.org. Your hearing. Your brain. Your future. Take action today.

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eptember is Healthy Aging Month— a reminder to take proactive steps toward maintaining your health, independence, and quality of life. While physical wellness is important, caring for your hearing, memory, and brain health is also essential to aging well. Here are five ways to support cognitive vitality: 1. Treat Hearing Loss Untreated hearing loss can place additional strain on the brain and may contribute to cognitive decline, social withdrawal, and reduced quality of life. Prescription hearing technology can restore auditory stimulation, make communication easier, and help the brain process sound more effectively. 2. Keep Your Brain Active Activities that challenge your mind can help strengthen neural connections and support memory. Reading, completing puzzles, learning a new skill, playing an instrument, or practicing braintraining exercises for 15–20 minutes each day can help keep your mind engaged. 3. Stay Socially Connected Hearing loss and tinnitus can make conversations frustrating, sometimes

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A cupful of health

Myth: Different varieties of tea come from different plants.

processing. Growing conditions, harvesting practices and processing techniques also influence a tea’s flavor and chemical composition. In other words, the tea aisle may look like a botanical garden, but many of those familiar varieties have the same roots. Herbal beverages are a different story. Peppermint, chamomile, ginger, hibiscus and other popular “teas” are made from different plants and don’t contain tea leaves unless they’re blended with actual tea.

Regarded for thousands of years in the East as a key to good health, happiness, and wisdom, tea has caught the attention of folks worldwide, who are discovering the many health benefits of different types of teas.

Fact: Most traditional teas come from the same plant. Black tea, green tea, oolong tea and white tea may look and taste dramatically different, but they all originate from the leaves of Camellia sinensis. The difference is what happens after the leaves are picked. Green tea is generally heated soon after harvesting to limit oxidation, helping preserve its characteristic color and flavor. Black tea undergoes more extensive oxidation, which gives it its darker color and stronger flavor. Oolong tea falls somewhere between the two, while white tea generally undergoes minimal

Myth: Adding milk cancels out tea’s health benefits. Fact: A splash of milk doesn’t automatically turn tea into an unhealthy beverage. Tea contains naturally occurring polyphenols, including catechins, which are antioxidants that have been widely studied for their potential role in human health. There has been debate over whether adding milk interferes with the absorption or activity of these compounds. Some research has suggested that milk proteins can interact with tea polyphenols, while other studies have found that drinking tea with milk does not eliminate its potential antioxidant effects. The bigger issue may be what else is going into the cup.

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Few beverages have the ability to make an ordinary moment feel a little more comforting than a cup of tea. There’s the ritual of it: the kettle beginning to hum, steam curling from the cup, the aroma rising as the leaves steep. On a chilly morning, a warm mug can be a welcome start to the day. On a summer afternoon, iced tea can be wonderfully refreshing. But tea is more than a soothing beverage. It’s also a source of naturally occurring compounds that have been studied for their potential health benefits. Tea has been consumed for thousands of years, and today it remains one of the world’s most popular beverages. Black, green, oolong and white teas all come from the same plant, Camellia sinensis. What makes them different is largely how the leaves are harvested and processed. Then there are herbal teas, which technically aren’t teas at all. Chamomile, peppermint, ginger and hibiscus beverages are more accurately called herbal infusions, or tisanes, because they’re made from other plants. With so much tradition — and so many varieties — it’s no surprise that tea has accumulated its share of health claims and misconceptions. So, before you put the kettle on, let’s get to the bottom of what’s really in your cup.

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From blue-ribbon entries to livestock and traditional crafts, the Long Island Fair celebrates the skills and pastimes of days gone by.

Step right up to history Timeless moments at the Long Island Fair By Karen Bloom

hen autumn arrives on Long Island, there’s one sure sign the season is in full swing: the return of the Long Island

Fair. Each year, Old Bethpage Village Restoration transforms into a bustling 19th-century county fair, where blue ribbons, livestock, handmade goods and old-fashioned competitions take center stage. It’s part history lesson, part family outing and part good, old-fashioned fun — a chance to trade the rush of modern life for the sights, sounds and pastimes of another era. And while the fair looks back, its appeal remains decidedly current. Now 184-years-old, the Long Island Fair is a longstanding community event powered by hundreds of volunteers who help set up and staff exhibits, booths and tents, demonstrate traditional crafts and keep the fairgrounds humming throughout the weekend.It’s also an opportunity for just about anyone to get in on the action. “The Long Island Fair is a one-of-a-kind family friendly event,” says Fair Director Gary Haglich. “It’s presented as a traditional country agricultural fair with open competition for all age groups, in classes such as home gardens, needlework, hobbies, horticulture and culinary. Visitors also enjoy a variety of entertainment, historical craft demonstrations, educational experiences, games, and contests, as well as livestock displays and old time Base Ball.” Gardeners, cooks, crafters, farmers and hobbyists are invited to enter their work in the fair’s friendly competitions. Thousands of exhibits are submitted each year, spanning an impressively eclectic range of categories — from pickles, jams and jellies to flowers, fruits, veggies, and more. Livestock, culinary creations and hobbies all vie for blue ribbons; there’s even a junior diivsion for kids. The fair is more than a nostalgic recreation, however. It holds a distinction that makes its history especially significant: It is the official New York State-recognized county fair for Queens,

Nassau and Suffolk counties. For visitors, the weekend offers a front-row seat to a Long Island that existed long before smartphones, shopping centers and today’s techobsessed lifestyle. Throughout the grounds, skilled craftspeople demonstrate trades that once were everyday necessities. Watch wool being spun, brooms being made and candles taking shape. Blacksmiths work metal, weavers demonstrate their craft and timber framers showcase the techniques used to build homes and barns generations ago. Younger fairgoers can join the action with corn-husking contests and potato sack races. Also the Flying Horses Carousel — a replica of a 19th-century folk-art carousel — provides a colorful spin through the past. Naturally, animals are a major attraction. The livestock barn is ﬁlled with cattle, sheep, goats, horses, rabbits and other creatures, offering families an up-close look at the animals that were central to rural life. History also comes alive through Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders, who set up an encampment at the Village and present scheduled riding and • Friday through Sunday, Sept. 25-27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. shooting demonstrations. • $20, $15 seniors and The entertainment lineup keeps the atmosphere lively, too. Period ages 5-12. musicians and dancers share the grounds with children’s performers, • 1303 Round Swamp Road, brass bands, ﬁddlers, circus acts, a carnival sideshow and a comic Old Bethpage. ventriloquist. Visitors can also catch reenactments, an equestrian drill • For information, visit lifair.org team and much more. Another fall tradition is, of course, post-season baseball. It is always fun for fairgoers to watch the end-of-season championship matches of the nationally renowned Old Time Base Ball Leagues, an Old Bethpage Restoration institution. The teams represent actual Long Island clubs from the latter half of the 1800s. It’s an eclectic mix — and that’s precisely the charm. The Long Island Fair’s story began in 1842, when it was founded as the Queens County Agricultural Fair and held on vacant lots and local farms. In 1886, it moved to a permanent home at Old Country Road and Washington Avenue in Mineola. By 1899, it was known as the Mineola Fair. The fair continued to evolve with Long Island. It moved to Roosevelt Raceway in 1953 and, in 1970, found its current home at the newly opened Old Bethpage Village Restoration. At that point, it was renamed the Long Island Fair. Today, the fair has come full circle — in a manner of speaking. It is held on a recreation of the original Mineola Fairgrounds, tucked within Old Bethpage Village Restoration’s 200 acres. In an age of ever-faster everything, the Long Island Fair offers something refreshingly different: a chance to slow down, look around and enjoy a little bit of the past — complete with blue ribbons, barnyard animals, handmade treasures and plenty of fairground fun. Some traditions simply know how to stick around.

Few musicians have made an instrument as instantly recognizable as Kenny G has made the saxophone. After billions of streams and millions of albums sold, the smooth-jazz superstar is still blowing audiences away, turning the sax into a global phenomenon. The best-selling instrumental musician of the modern era, he has sold more than 75 million records worldwide and amassed 1.5 billion streams, along with many awarrds along the way. His music has also become part of everyday life around the world — particularly his signature song “Going Home,” which is famously played at closing time in venues throughout Asia. At the heart of Kenny G’s enduring appeal is his ability to make the sax sing with warmth and emotion. With decades in the spotlight, he continues to ﬁnd new ways to push instrumental music forward.

Saturday, Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at LiveNation.com. Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury.

Double Vision The 1970s and ‘80s come alive with Double Vision’s“Foreigner Experience.” Composed of some New York City’s top professional rock musicians, the band delivers the highest level of integrity and technical prowess in bring audiences all the hits while honoring Foreigner’s legacy. The band brings to life the unforgettable hits that have deﬁned generations. From “I Want to Know What Love Is” to “Cold as Ice,” their renditions are a harmonious blend of passion, precision, and nostalgic energy. They are joined by special guest Frontier for an authentic Foreigner and Journey tribute.

Saturday, Sept. 26, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

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decorate your own mini pumpkin. All supplies provided, just bring your creativity! All children require an adult participant. Registration required. $27, $25 ages 62+, $20 children.

John W. Dodd Middle School PTA holds its first meeting of the new school year. All parents and guardians are invited to participate and be active members in their child’s education.

• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 4-6 p.m.; also Oct. 2 • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

• Where: 25 Pine St. • Time: 5 p.m. • Contact: (516) 867-5200

On stage

Sober Pride Social

Freeport Pride hosts what it describes as a “fun and welcoming” event that seeks to connect LGBTQ community members in a non-alcoholic social mixer. With opportunities to donate to the organization’s scholarship fund. • Where: 144B Woodcleft Avenue • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: pridefreeport@gmail.com

OCT SEP

50th Class Reunion

The Freeport High School Class of 1976 celebrates its 50th Anniversary at the Freeport Yacht Club, with all graduating members invited to attend. Register for the event at luma.com/event/manage/ evt-sHnBL62p5tU094B prior to attending. Ticket deadline is Sept. 12 • Where: 533 Guy Lombardo Ave. • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: admarkfl@gmail.com

‘’We the People’

Celebrate 250 years of American independence with an evening of music inspired by the American experience when Old Westbury Gardens emsemble-in-residence Poetica Musica presents We the People: USA at 250. Featuring Poetica Musica artists Barry Crawford (flute), Oren Fader (guitar), William Anderson (guitar), Molly Morkoski (piano), and Eleanor Valkenburg (mezzosoprano), the program showcases works by some of America’s most celebrated composers, including Aaron Copland, Cole Porter, Scott Joplin, William Bolcom, Katherine Hoover, and Robert Beaser. Among the highlights are Beaser’s Mountain Songs for flute and guitar, selections from Copland’s vocal repertoire, piano rags by Joplin and Bolcom, and Hoover’s evocative solo flute work Kokopelli. A pre-concert talk begins at 7:30 p.m., a Meet-theArtists reception in the West Porch follows performance. $30, $25 seniors and students. • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 8-9:30 p.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

‘Havin’ a good time’…

Queen-mania is coming back to Long Island. Almost Queen returns to the Paramount with a high-voltage tribute to one of rock’s most legendary bands, complete with soaring vocals, Brian May-style guitar riffs, four-part harmonies and the theatrical swagger that made Queen unforgettable. Fronted by Joseph Russo as the charismatic Freddie Mercury, with Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor, Almost Queen delivers a meticulously crafted recreation of the Queen experience. From the authentic costumes to faithful renditions of “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You” and “Somebody to Love,” every detail is designed to capture the grandeur, precision • Where: The Paramount, 370 and sheer fun of a Queen concert. It’s more than a collection of greatest hits — it’s a New York Ave., Huntington full-throttle trip into the world of Queen, performed by musicians whose chemistry and • Time: 8 p.m. attention to detail have earned the tribute act a devoted following. Expect big vocals, • Contact: ticketmaster.com bigger guitar and plenty of reasons to get out of your seat. or paramountny.com

Jazzin’ with Richard Elliot

Grammy-nominated contemporary jazz saxophonist Richard Elliot brings his soulful, bluesy sound to the Madison Theatre for an evening of smooth jazz. Elliot, who has scored more than 20 Top 10 smooth jazz singles and has worked with artists including Tower of Power, Natalie Cole and the Pointer Sisters, will perform music from his latest album, “Straight Up Down.” • Where: 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centrer • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny. org or (516) 323-4444

SEP

Spoken Wordz Open Mic

Sparkle on Stage opens its doors for folks to come sing, play, recite poetry, tell stories, do stand up comedy and listen to what others have to say. Share your talents and support others sharing theirs. Audience members are free, but all performers must get a ticket at sparkleonstage.org. Donations are appreciated. • Where: 195 Woodcleft Ave. • Time: 7-9:30 p.m., also Oct. 25 • Contact: sparkleonstage.org or (516) 40-1188

Latino American Night Celebrate Latino heritage and culture with a special event in Eisenhower Park.

• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park • Time: 4 p.m. • Contact: NassauCountyNY.gov

SEP

Board of Trustees meets

Freeport Village Board of Trustees holds their next meeting at Village Hall. All interested residents are welcome to attend. • Where: 46 North Ocean Ave. • Time: 5:30 p.m. • Contact: (516) 377-2200

Long Island Choral Society Auditions The Long Island Choral Society seeks new members for its 98th season. The 2026-27 season opens with a unique opportunity to perform a somewhat pared down version of the beautiful and massive Berlioz Requiem, suitable for a smaller choir and orchestra. In December, the choir’s very popular annual performance of Handel’s Messiah, Part One plus Hallelujah Chorus, will be presented, followed by a third concert in the Spring, music TBA. Auditions are by appointment only.

Those interested can schedule an audition via e-mail to audition. info@lics.org. If you love to sing, consider this opportunity to be part of the longest continuously performing musical group on Long Island! • Where: Garden City Community Church, 245 Stewart Ave., Garden City • Time: By appointment, also Oct. 5 • Contact: lics.org

SEP

Let’s Meet And Network On Long Island

Join in this community business networking dinner. Share advice, grow your business network, and enjoy a casual evening. Free and fun. Separate checks. RSVP needed. • Where: Oceanside IHOP, 2971 Long Beach Road • Time: 6-7:30p.m. • Contact: Register for Evite at lmnoli.com or call Mark at (516) 993-0053

SEP

Pumpkin Painting

Old Westbury Gardens welcomes families for some season fun! Head to the Barn at Orchard Hill to

Adelphi University’s Department of Theater presents Nick Payne’s Olivier award-winning “Constellations,” a play about free will and friendship; quantum multiverse theory, love and honey. Roland is a beekeeper. Marianne is a quantum physicist. What are their odds of falling in love? With infinite moments that can change the trajectory of a life, it’s anyone’s guess how cosmic collision is possible. This play moves from the question of “what if,” to a poignant picture of “what is” in this love story about the odds of a beekeeper and quantum physicist falling in love. • Where: Adelphi University Black Box Theatre, 1 South Ave., Garden City • Time: 6:30 p.m.; through Oct. 4, times vary • Contact: adelphi.edu/pac or call (516) 877-4000

OCT

Little Learners Art Lab

Each week in this engaging workshop at Long Island Children’s Museum, 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 sea turtles using recycled materials. $4 with museum admission. • Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City • Time: 11:30 a.m.-noon • Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

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.

What is your favorite fall activity? Jack Banham

Liz Lapidus

age 100, Rockville Centre

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My favorite fall activity is apple picking. It’s been a family tradition for many years. After picking apples, we love to get a freshly baked apple crumb pie at Briermere Farms in Riverhead . We enjoy taking our traditional picture in front of the famous Briermere Farms sign. Tim Baker/Herald

My favorite fall activity is going to the park or driving along the road as a passenger and looking at trees in their beautiful fall colors so I can go home create them in my paper art work. Stacy Driks/Herald

Nyla Madden

age 9, Uniondale My favorite thing about fall is collecting the fallen leaves and sticks. Courtesy Kristle Simms-Murphy

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Michai Murphy

age 5, Lynbrook

age 6, Uniondale

My favorite fall activity is dance class and hip-hop because I like the music. Courtesy Rhonda Glickman

I love the change of colors on leaves and shuffling in the leaves while walking. Courtesy Kristle Simms-Murphy

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September 24, 2026 — FREEPORT HERALD

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Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO ELECTRIC USERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York, Freeport Electric, that by Order Determining Revenue Requirement and Rate Design issued and effective August 14, 2026 in Case 25-E-0724, the Public Service Commission of the State of New York determined the revenue requirement and rate design of Freeport Electric, and that Freeport Electric has issued and filed with the Commission revised leaves to its Schedule for Electric Service, P.S.C. No. 9 - Electricity, effective on and as of September 1, 2026, placing into effect the rates and charges approved by the Commission, as follows: Service Classification No. 1: Residential Service Rate - Per Meter, Per Month Winter Summer Customer Charge: $ 9.16 $ 9.16

STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 6, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 2 SPORTSMAN AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520; and the following tax map identification: 62-78-11.

First 250 kWh: Next 750 kWh: Over 1,000 kWh:

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

11.676 cents/kWh 11.676 cents/kWh 11.676 cents/kWh

11.676 cents/kWh 13.212 cents/kWh 14.014 cents/kWh

Electric Water Heating Charge for consumption between 500 kWh and 1,000 kWh per meter per month: 10.371 cents per kWh during the Winter period and 11.536 cents per kWh during the Summer period. Electric Space Heating Charge in excess of 1,000 kWh per meter per month during billing periods between November 1 and May 31, inclusive, will be 10.369 cents per kWh. All Electric Residential (where the above two charges apply), the rate for consumption in excess of 500 kWh per meter per month during the Winter period will be 10.366 cents per kWh, and the rate for consumption between 500 kWh and 1,000 kWh per meter per month during the Summer period will be 10.749 cents per kWh. The above three Special Provisions have been closed to new Customers since August 1, 2014. Service Classification No. 2: General Service Customer Charge - Per Meter, Per Month: Monthly Charge $ 11.89 Non-Demand Customers $ 45.77 Demand Rate Customers Demand Rate - Per Meter, Per Month: First 5.0 kW of Demand Winter $10.53/kW Summer $10.53/kW

Over 5.0 kW of Demand $10.53/kW $11.08/kW

Energy Rate - Per Meter, Per Month: Non-Demand Customers, all kWh Winter 12.722 cents/kWh Summer 13.470 cents/kWh

Demand Customers, all kWh 7.473 cents/kWh 7.915 cents/kWh

Service Classification No. 3: Outdoor Area Lighting The charge for service for each calendar month shall be the sum of the following: Charges per Lamp per Month - Metal Halide* 20,000 Lumens, 250 Watts $26.81 36,000 Lumens, 400 Watts $33.52 Charges per Lamp per Month - High Pressure Sodium* 25,000 Lumens, 250 Watts $26.92 40,000 Lumens, 400 Watts $33.78 Charges per Lamp per Month - LED (New) 29,750 Lumens, 250 Watts, Flood Light 4,800 Lumens, 30 Watts, Full Cutoff, Overhead 16,000 Lumens, 100 Watts, Full Cutoff, Overhead 16,000 Lumens, 100 Watts, Full Cutoff, Underground 25,000 Lumens, 170 Watts, Full Cutoff, Underground

$28.47 $ 7.32 $10.93 $23.98 $27.81

* Effective September 1, 2026, Metal Halide and High Pressure Sodium luminaires are no longer available for new installations or unit replacements. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Opt-Out (New) A residential Customer taking service under Service Classification No. 1 at an individually metered residence may elect not to have an advanced meter installed, or to have the AMI transmitter removed from an advanced meter already installed. The charges for this election are $9.03 per month, and $40.44 to remove or re-install an AMI transmitter. Fuel and Purchased Power Adjustment The billed Base Cost of Fuel is 3.1194 cents per kWh. The Base Cost of Fuel at the Energy Requirements level is unchanged at 3.000 cents per kWh. The Factor of Adjustment is 1.039814, as established in Case 25-E-0724. The changes are designed to produce an overall revenue increase from all Service Classifications of $5,912,428 (representing an increase of approximately 15.8% over total revenues and a 21.6% increase in base delivery revenues). The increase is spread on a uniform percentage basis across all Service Classifications. Details of these changes may be found in the revised Schedule P.S.C. No. 9 - Electricity, a copy of which may be consulted at Village Hall, 46 N. Ocean Ave., Freeport, New York 11520. The Commission’s Order may be viewed at the Department of Public Service website, www.dps.ny.gov, under Case 25-E-0724. This notice is published pursuant to Ordering Clause 3 of the Order issued August 14, 2026 in Case 25E-0724, Public Service Law §66(12)(b) and 16 NYCRR §720-8.1. INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT FREEPORT ELECTRIC 162121 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-WFHE3, ASSET-BACKED PASS-

THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-WFHE3, -againstNELSON BONILLA, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of

Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on November 9, 2016, wherein U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-WFHE3, ASSET-BACKED PASS-

THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-WFHE3 is the Plaintiff and NELSON BONILLA, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 017757/2011. Scott H. Siller, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 162088 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE PARK PLACE SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-WCW2, Pltf. vs. ESCOLASTICA CRUZ A/K/A ESCOLATICA CRUZ, et al, Defts. Index #000435/2018. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale dated Jan. 15, 2020 and order substituting the referee entered Sept 7, 2022, I will sell at public auction on the north side front steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on October 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., prem. k/a 61 East Avenue, Freeport, NY a/k/a Section 62, Block 76, Lot 4. Approx. amt. of judgment is $807,696.06 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. MARK S.

RICCIARDI, Referee. MARGOLIN, WEINREB & NIERER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 575 Underhill Blvd., Ste. 224, Syosset, NY. #103126 162090 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU SANTANDER BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff AGAINST SALVATORE SANTAMARIA; ET AL.., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 31, 2018, and the Order Extending Time to Proceed To Sale duly entered July 25, 2022, and the Order Appointing Successor Referee duly entered September 21, 2022, and the Decision and Order duly entered September 9, 2025, 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 October 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 31 Buchanan Street, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 0054 Block: 00334-00 Lot: 00019, 00020 & 00021. Approximate amount of judgment $675,326.70 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #001428/2009. Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee FEIN, SUCH & CRANE, LLP 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800 Rochester, NY 14614 YDHJN001 91038 162031 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, Plaintiff AGAINST CHRISTOPHER RICHARDSON AKA CHRISTOPHER L. RICHARDSON, NICOLE Y. RICHARDSON, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February

18, 2025 and an Order Appointing Substitute Referee duly entered August 17, 2026, 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 October 2, 2026 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 134 Westside Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 62 Block 139 and Lot 13. Approximate amount of judgment $596,861.36 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609200/2023. Jerry A. Merola, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 22-004481 91262 162042 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2005, GSAMP TRUST 2005-WMC1, Plaintiff, Against DOMINIC VILLONI, ESQ., AS GUARDIAN AD LITEM AND MILITARY ATTORNEY ON BEHALF OF UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN A. FIORITO A/K/A JOHN FIORITO, et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 08/02/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 10/5/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 148 Meister Boulevard, Freeport, New York 11520, 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 Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 0054 Block 00330-00 Lot 00015 and 00016. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $464,006.92 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 005733/2015 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: 8/14/2026 File Number: 560-4138 CA 162076 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. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. TIMOTHY LEWIS, et al, Defts. Index #613615/2024. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered August 17, 2026, I will sell at public auction on the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on October 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a Section 55, Block 527, Lot 11. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale and the right of the United States of America to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provided by law. The foreclosure auction will be held, “rain or shine.” If property social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health of safety concerns, then the Court appointed Referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. CHRISTINE MENDOLA GRILLO, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY 11021. #103157 162209

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU MLD MORTGAGE INC. DBA THE MONEY STORE, -againstROXANNE PATTERSON. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on July 15, 2026, wherein MLD MORTGAGE INC. DBA THE MONEY STORE is the Plaintiff and ROXANNE PATTERSON is the Defendant. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 13, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 32 WILLETT PLACE, ROOSEVELT, NY 11575; and the following tax map identification: 55-457-380.

Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on January 9, 2025, wherein BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION is the Plaintiff and MICHAEL L. GIOVINO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 14, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 306 ARTHUR STREET, FREEPORT, NY 11520; and the following tax map identification: 62-90-90 and 91. 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 FREEPORT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YOLK

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ROOSEVELT, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 617175/2022. Brian Davis, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 162213

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 615365/2024. Peter Levy, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 162211 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, -againstMICHAEL L. GIOVINO, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, ABL RPC RESIDENTIAL CREDIT ACQUISTITION LLC, Plaintiff, vs. DRNY DRNY CORPORATION, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 28, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on

October 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 531 Ray Street, Unit 12, and Boat Slip K, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 315 and Lot 446U CA: CA0285 Unit 12. Unit together with an undivided 4.1666 percent interest in the Common Elements. Approximate amount of judgment is $671,732.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600072/2023. Oscar A. Prieto, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 223773-1 162207

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County Of Nassau The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, As Trustee For The Certificateholders CWALT, INC., Alternative Loan Trust 2006-32CB, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-32CB, Plaintiff AGAINST James A. Crittenden, Jr. a/k/a James Crittenden, U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Indenture Trustee for Legacy Mortgage Asset Trust 2019-SL1, et al, Defendant Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated September 11, 2025 and entered on December 08, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, North sides of the steps, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 13, 2026 at 02:30 PM premises known as 65 Sagamore Street, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION: 55, BLOCK: 375, LOT: 1186-1189.

Approximate amount of judgment is $367,839.74 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 609700/2024. This sale may be subject to the US Dept of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Real Estate Reporting Rule. In such event, all purchasers are required to provide the information needed for proper reporting in accordance with the terms of sale. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Fay Mattana, Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-100333-F00 91268 162161

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff against GRETNA FIELD, 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 July 16, 2026, 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 October 15, 2026 at 3:30PM. Premises known as 87 West Clinton Ave, Roosevelt, NY 11575. Sec 36 Block 162 Lot 17 and 18. 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, New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $729,877.98 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 605951/2023. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social

distancing. 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.” Chester Greenspan, Esq., Referee File # NY202200000443-1 162183

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LEGAL NOTICE SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS-SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR IBIS HOLDINGS A TRUST, Plaintiff, -againstAPOLLO SEXTUS LLC; WILMER JEOVANY VELASQUEZ VILLATORO, if he be living and if he be dead, the respective heirs-at-law, next-ofkin, distributes, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or inheritance, lien or otherwise any right, title or interest in or to the real property described in the complaint, Defendants Index No. 618786/2024 Plaintiff Designates Nassau County as the Place of Trial. The Basis of Venue is that the subject action is situated in Nassau County. To the above named DefendantsYOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That this Supplemental Summons is being filed pursuant to an order of the court dated August 18, 2026. NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this

foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR IBIS HOLDINGS A TRUST) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable Randy Sue Marber, J.S.C. Dated: August 18, 2026 Filed: August 21, 2026. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 16 Abbott Place, Roosevelt NY, NY 11575. Dated: August 24, 2026 Filed: August 31, 2026 Greenspoon Marder LLP, Attorney for Plaintiff, By: Raspreet Bhatia, Esq., 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105 P: (212) 524-5000 F: (212) 524-5050 No Service by fax) Service purposes only: Trade Centre South 100 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 700, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 P: (888) 491-1120 F: (954) 343-6982 162342 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S Bank Trust National Association, not in its Individual Capacity but Solely As Owner Trustee for RCAF Acquisition Trust, Plaintiff AGAINST Stephen F. Sparaco, Executor of the Estate of Carol Sparaco AKA Carol A. Sparaco, Lee Sparaco, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 19, 2026, 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 October 21, 2026 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 52 Cedar Street, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, County of Nassau, and State of New York, Section: 62 Block: 166 Lot: 437. Approximate amount of judgment $235,312.92 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #612826/2022. Keith M. Corbett, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 25-001602 91107 162301 LEGAL NOTICE VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE KENT ROAD, VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580 TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE TO BIDDERS In accordance with the provision of Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, the Board of Education of the Valley Stream Central High School District hereby invites the submission of sealed bids for: PUPIL TRANSPORTATION BID# 26/27-A07 for Valley Stream Central High School District - School Year 2026 - 2027 Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Valley Stream Central High School District Business Office, One Kent Road, Valley Stream, New York 11580 on Monday October 5, 2026, at 11.00 am. Specifications and Bid Forms may be obtained in the office of the Assistant Superintendent for Business between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM or by contacting the office at 516-872-5615. The Board of Education reserves the right to waive any information in the bid, or to reject any or all bids, or to accept any bid which in the opinion of the

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By order: Board of Education Valley Stream Central High School District 162506 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS CERTIFICATE TRUSTEE OF BOSCO CREDIT II TRUST SERIES 2010-1, Plaintiff against DARIO RODRIGUEZ A/K/A FRANCISCO J. RODRIGUEZ, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Kelley Kronenberg, 111 Broadway, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10006, (800) 484-4381. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered June 23, 2026, 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 October 26, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 117 Washington Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575. Sec 55 Block 485 Lot 13. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Roosevelt in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $172,988.37 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 609585/2019. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall

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Christy Demelfi, Esq., Referee File # 02308607 162502 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, Plaintiff, vs. CARLOS MEMBRENO, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 26, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 166 Porterfield Place, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 88 and Lot 17. Approximate amount of judgment is $649,164.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #002455/2016. Oscar A. Prieto, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New

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SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2007-CH4 ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-CH4, Plaintiff, AGAINST ELAINE GLENN AS EXECUTRIX UNDER THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF VERA N. PERSON, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on April 15, 2026. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 22, 2026 at 3:30 PM premises known as 56 Forest Ave, Freeport, NY 11520. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. 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 Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 55, Block 344 and Lot 224. Approximate amount of judgment $604,517.80 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index

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Competitors paddled homemade cardboard boats across Milburn Creek in the pouring rain as on-shore spectators watched the annual Cardboard Boat Race. From left, Joe Marcy, Shawn Sabel, John Cools, Judy Griffin, Brian Ankner, Oscar Rivera and Debra Mulé celebrated The Irish Pub team’s firstplace finish in the adult race.

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Pouring rain was no match for cardboard, duct tape and a little creativity at Milburn Creek on Sept. 13. A few hundred spectators braved the wet weather for Baldwin’s annual Cardboard Boat Race, watching teams paddle homemade vessels across the creek in a community tradition that dates to 1998. “It was pouring rain all day, and still everyone showed up,” said John Cools, a Sanitation District 2 commissioner and coordinator of the race. “We had a few hundred people here.” Cools estimated that a sunny day could have drawn 400 to 500 spectators. The rules are intentionally simple. Competitors supply their own materials and build their boats using cardboard, duct tape and string. Some designs take weeks to complete, Cools said, and inspiration often comes from boats that competitors have seen in previous years. One racer modeled his creation after the orca from “Jaws,” Cools said. But the event is about more than seeing whose cardboard creation can cross

the finish line. Cools said families have returned year after year, bringing new generations into the competition. “People just enjoy it,” he said. “They come for years, grandkids, and, you know, second and third generations come, and they just have a good time.” The Irish Pub in Baldwin sponsors the trophies, allowing competitors to enter without paying a fee. This year, the pub’s own team — Brian Ankner, Shawn Sabel, Oscar Rivera and Joe Marcy — captured first place. John Gorman, Eric Mathison, Elizabeth DiNatale and Pat Gorman finished second, while Joe Eberhart and Stella Eberhart took third. The Baldwin Fire Department also had a safety boat and crew on the water, while Sanitation District 2 provided a garbage truck for cleanup. By about an hour after the competition, Cools said, virtually every trace of the event was gone. “It’s a fun event,” he said. “Just come out and make fun of everybody’s other boats and be creative and design your boat.” Additional reporting by Tim Baker.

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his is a time of controversy. Politicians are jockeying for attention in what promises to be a very close national and state election cycle. There are countless issues that are of concern to voters, mostly centering on the cost of living. But there is a relatively new issue as well, and it could be a make-orbreak matter in many contests. It’s the rise of data centers and their cost to the public. Data centers house computer systems that help train artificial intelligence models. To date there are over 4,000 already in operation, mostly in Virginia, Florida and California, and 3,000 more are being planned or are under construction. But many local governments that approved data center construction in their communities are finding out that these facilities use enormous amounts of electricity and water. Because the data center boom has happened so fast, many federal and state candidates who are campaigning

for the November elections are calling for a moratorium on new construction. In addition, numerous states have passed laws that do just that, and New York is on the verge of approving a oneyear moratorium on new centers. The question for every public official is whether a moratorium is needed, and what the consequences of stopping data center construction would be. There is no question that these facilities are being built at a rapid pace, and most local governments have had little or no time to consider all of the potential fallout. A number of communities have made agreements with A.I. companies that include lucrative benefits for taxpayers. In a few cases they have used cash windfalls to lower property taxes. The problem, however, is that data centers are a legitimate challenge to elected officials who aren’t always capable of understanding what the centers do and how the public may react. It’s a balancing act that isn’t working well, and the public has now become fired up, because people are afraid of rising electricity rates and don’t want their water supply depleted.

Industry may say, relax and let’s move forward, but that isn’t the solution. Data centers increase local tax revenue, but every new facility also brings with it a host of serious issues. A data center can consume as much electricity as tens of thousands of homes. The grid system that delivers power in the United States is very old, and not capable of handling excessive demand. The more energy a data center consumes, the greater the chance that local power bills will go up. As is, thanks to the Iran war, electricity bills have exploded, which doesn’t help. A large data center can use over a million gallons of water per day, which is a strain on the water system. In addition, on-site backup diesel generators and cooling turbines generate significant noise and emissions. It’s no wonder that voters around the country who hear horror stories about the centers are demanding a moratorium on new construction. Rather than debating whether that construction should stop, the data center industry should create an aggressive campaign to show how new centers

hey’re necessary because they’re the foundation of the digital economy.

can be assets to nearby towns and villages. It should hold community meetings to explain how an A.I. facility can affect local resources. If a company feels it has an honest, positive story to tell, it should tell it. That would be the best way to dispel rumors that have inflamed the issue nationally. Some people will always question new big things, and data centers are the newest big thing. They’re necessary because they’ve become the foundation of the modern digital economy. We need places for data storage, streaming and banking, and they can’t just exist without a place to accept all the internet clutter that we create. Without data centers, remote work and digital services couldn’t happen. Government can pass laws holding up their construction, but it’s up to the data industry to educate the public about what the centers do and why we need them. On top of that, there should be no secret deals with any municipalities, which will only fuel public resistance. Both sides have responsible roles to play in this fast- moving world. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

Bridging the gap as Emi turns 18

ow can I possibly connect with my granddaughter Emi, who is turning 18 in the age of Trump and A.I. and ICE? How can she know me, a boomer with anti-Vietnam War creds? Social scientists have debated for years whether nature or nurturing has the greatest influence on developing children. Is it DNA or parental influence that determines how the newborn becomes the teen who develops into the adult and then the old man or woman? Recently I’ve come to believe that the strongest influence on developing human beings is the times in which they live. Try as I might, summoning all the empathy I possess, I simply can’t know what it was like to endure the London Blitz during World War II. Or the Dust Bowl in America, or the Holocaust, all of which changed the way people lived and thought. The history of our time molds us in

indelible ways. As my youngest grandchild turns 18 this month, I realize we must work to bridge the widening generational gap. This struck me on Sept. 11. I don’t think my granddaughter finds sunny September days threaded with dread. But I do, remembering 9/11 with all its cutting edges. The disbelief. The falling man. The violent collapses. Our firefighters running to their deaths. Emi was born in 2004. Sept. 11 is history for her, the way the attack on Pearl Harbor is for me — something you read about but didn’t experience. Not the way it was for her grandfather, my husband, who walked home from the city that day, over the 59th Street Bridge. The times of my life informed me in ways that she can’t understand. And I don’t know what it was like being a young teenager through the awful social deprivation of the pandemic. I have little understanding of her connection to social media and devices that influence her thinking and behavior. The common ground between us is shrinking. I want to be more than Grandma, a real person,

a friend to her. I want to understand her interests and fears and how she sees her place in the world. Eighteen is a big birthday. Emi can now serve in the Army, or adopt a child. I want to know her and her dreams. Even though the historical markers are different. Even though I can’t give her back the sterile years of pandemic isolation, I want to understand it and make the loss of time and experience less painful. I hope we may grow closer in coming years by talking about the times of our lives, and how historic events blended with DNA to make us who we are. I was a child in the before times — before TV, before A.C., before most vaccines and before there was any suggestion that our own political leaders might undermine the pillars of our democracy for their own financial gain and power. Our experience with media was realitybased, not trickery and misinformation. I took the word of Walter Cronkite and Edward R. Morrow as the best version of the truth. When the government said kids needed the polio vaccine, we lined

t’s a big birthday, and I want to know my granddaughter, and her dreams.

up. We proudly saw America as a beacon of freedom. When TV emerged, no one imagined that screens would eventually take over our lives. We went to schools where the teachers were widely supported, and we learned to read and write. My parents loved this country without reserve, and we carried that sense of security with us as we matured: that we lived in the greatest, most generous country in the world, the country others turned to for help and leadership. Emi lives in a country now populated by people who are increasingly dazed by screens and social media drivel. We gave her and her generation a pandemic that changed her forever. She and her friends missed a year of socialization and absorbed the fear filling the hearts and minds of her parents. She is an adult now in a society riven with violence and grotesque public behavior by a cadre of untrustworthy leaders. She and her friends learn from social media that they must be taller or shorter or quieter or more outgoing. How will she know that she is enough, and it is her job, whatever she does, to simply leave the world a better place? Copyright 2026 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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walked into one of my favorite brunch spots in Woodbury with my two school-aged children in tow — one sleep-deprived from a sleepover and the other as hangry as a growing boy could be. As we opened the menus, I glanced anxiously at my children, both nearing meltdown territory. Then I noticed three children at the next table sitting in zombie-like states, staring at iPads propped between stacks of pancakes and waffles. I thought, “It would be so easy to stop the crankiness with one swipe. Should we give them our phones so we can actually talk and enjoy brunch?” The exhausted mother in me was tempted. The clinical psychologist in me knew better: absolutely not. For two decades I have worked with children, parents and families. Whether in my office, giving a speech, leading a workshop or discussing parenting on social media, I hear remarkably consistent hopes. Parents want their children to become happy, successful and independent adults. I would argue that hap-

piness and success depend, at least in part, on independence. And one quality runs through all three — resilience. Resilience is the ability to face stress, uncomfortable emotions and setbacks, recover from them, and trust in one’s capacity to manage challenges. But to develop resilience, children must first experience manageable amounts of stress, discomfort and disappointment. Without that crucial first step, resilience cannot grow. Many Gen X and millennial parents have developed a pattern of removing obstacles for their children. We solve their problems, intervene in friendship conflicts and rush to relieve their boredom, frustration or sadness. Perhaps we’re trying to give them the support we wish we’d received. Perhaps family life is so busy that we simply don’t have time for a 20-minute meltdown. Or perhaps we’re unwilling to tolerate our own discomfort when we watch our children struggle. Whatever the reason, it’s time to look inward. Rescuing children from every ordinary hardship may feel loving, and certainly makes life easier in the moment, but it can undermine their long-term

development. When we routinely hand children a screen to help them escape an uncomfortable feeling or challenge, we remove an opportunity for them to practice coping. Avoidance is the attempt to escape discomfort rather than learning to tolerate and work through it. It provides immediate relief, which is precisely why it’s so appealing. But that relief can reinforce avoidance, making children more likely to escape the next difficult experience instead of confronting it. Avoidance can be a resilience killer. It gives children permission to opt out of doing hard things and experiencing difficult emotions. It also deprives them of the opportunity to recover, one of the defining features of resilience. When we turn on the TV, hand over an iPad or allow a teenager to scroll through social media whenever stress, boredom or frustration arises, the screen becomes an avoidance tool. The child may feel better temporarily, but misses the chance to discover, “This feeling is uncomfortable, but I can handle it.” That discovery builds self-efficacy,

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the belief that we can take action, manage challenges and influence what happens next. Self-efficacy grows when children complete tasks, solve problems and move through challenges with independence. Two-year-olds may understand this better than we do when they insist, “I do it!” Beneath the defiance is a healthy developmental message: “Please step back long enough for me to discover what I can do.” As a working mother, I understand that parents are tired, stressed and stretched thin. Screens make life easier in countless ways. I’m not recommending that families eliminate them. I’m urging parents to pause and consider when and why they’re being used. Is the screen providing intentional entertainment, connection or education, or is it being used to make an uncomfortable moment disappear? The next time you feel tempted to hand over a screen to prevent boredom, frustration or a meltdown, pause. Your child may be unhappy for a few minutes. But in that small, imperfect moment, they may also begin learning something far more enduring: “I can handle this.” Jolie Silva, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, chief operating officer of New York Behavioral Health and president of the North Shore Coalition Against Substance Abuse.

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