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Empty space turns into a new church munities. When he learned that the Sheepgate Assembly building was no longer in use, Beltre Pastor Carlos Beltre has big thought this would be the perplans for 2024, including build- fect opportunity for a place of ing connections and fully serv- worship to be “up and running ing the Baldwin community, again.” and it all hinged on the opening “This was like a win-win-win of a new church. situation for us,” Beltre said. The Bethlehem Assembly of The abandoned building, God has been in business for which was in bad shape, has more than 40 years, with its been in the process of being main campus in rebuilt since JanuValley Stream, one ary of 2023. Beltre other location in said he was able to Ro s e d a l e a n d a raise the funds to Spanish campus fix the building, that is also located which needed to be in Valley Stream. completely remodNow, it has moved eled. into an abandoned Beltre added that church, at 625 Joy the community’s Blvd., at the site of CARlos BElTRE response to the the former Sheep- pastor church’s renovagate Assembly. The tions has been overnew church held its first servic- whelming, and the pastor has es on Christmas Eve. overseen construction at the “We have been in this expan- site every day. He said neighsion mode with our church in bors have told him how excited Valley Stream,” Beltre said. “So they are for the church building we’ve been looking for a place to finally be opened again. to congregate and unfortunate- Sheepgate was a community ly we weren’t able to find any- church that helped residents of thing until this opportunity in Baldwin, and Beltre wants to Baldwin came along.” bring that back through his Beltre explained that he congregation. wanted the congregation to “We have been partnering expand into other nearby comContinued on page 7

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Karenlynn Stracher rehabilitates hundreds of animals every year, such as this opossum, in her home.

Karenlynn Stracher cares for sick, injured wildlife By BEN FIEBERT bfiebert@liherald.com

Karenlynn Stracher first helped an injured gull when she was 17. Now, nearly 40 years later, her home doubles as an animal rehabilitation center. Stracher, 56, of Merrick, rehabilitates sick and injured wild animals across Nassau County. She is a one-woman show, caring for a couple of hundred winged and four-legged patients every year. Now she is pleading with the Town of Hempstead to open a facility where animals can get the attention and help they need, as she faces challenges including an outbreak of a fatal disorder in raccoons in Baldwin and other local commu-

nities. “Volunteers for Wildlife, who was the only wildlife rehabilitation center in Nassau County, left Nassau County last year,” Stracher said. “So whatever rehabbers are left in Nassau County, which are a few of us, work out of our houses.” Her daily routine involves caring for a variety of animals in need of rehabilitation. In the morning she feeds as many as 100 animals, which include birds, raccoons, and squirrels that she houses in cages. She feeds them by bottle or syringe. She keeps water bottles and dishes of food full. All the cages are cleaned every day. “After that, I go into food prep,” Stracher Continued on page 2

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Outbreak of distemper ‘worst’ in Baldwin Distemper, the second leading cause of death among raccoons after human activities like hunting and trapsaid. “So I mix formulas for different species, I chop ping, is a virus that infects the animals’ respiratory vegetables, and then, by that time, it’s usually time for and gastrointestinal tracts, spinal cord and brain, and afternoon feedings.” is always fatal. At the end of the day, she does the laundry, washing A different strain of the disease, feline distemper, the blankets, towel and rags she uses to keep the anican also infect raccoons as it spreads rapidly among mals warm and clean. She must feed baby animals feral cats, killing large numbers of them. every two to three hours around the clock, To prevent that, Stracher advises that peoso, she said, she is up all night long. ple who feed feral cats do so only during Any free time she has usually involves daylight hours, and sanitize their feeding taking calls from animal control officers, bowls at night. or police, letting her know about animals “Right now, Freeport and Baldwin are that needs help, or residents asking for the worst in terms of distemper cases,” assistance. she said. “And Merrick and Oceanside are Due to her workload, she has asked the close seconds.” Hempstead Town Board if the town could Stracher posted a TikTok video of her open a rehab facility for her to use, but testing a raccoon for distemper in Baldwin after repeated requests, town officials said early last week, which garnered tens of they don’t have any space to give her. thousands of likes. She captured the aniStracher said that her next step will be to mal with a net, gently put it in a cage, and ask the county for a rehab center. then, using a test similar to a rapid CovidShe hopes to incorporate what she is 19 test, determined that the raccoon was calling Long Island Wildlife Rescue and indeed positive for distemper. Rehabilitation Inc. into a nonprofit in Karenlynn The only option for raccoons that conorder to increase the chances of finding a Stracher tract the disease is to take them to local facility more suited to her work than its animal rehabilitator veterinarians to be euthanized; otherwise current headquarters, her daughter’s bedthey are left to suffer. That’s one of the rearoom. Other volunteers lend a hand, but sons why Stracher would like to have a Stracher said her family doesn’t want peocentralized location where anyone can take wildlife to ple coming and going into and out of their home all be rehabilitated. Because there currently is none, she day long. said, people often give up on helping sick and injured “It’s a very difficult situation,” she said. “But if I wild animals. say no, a lot of times these animals would die, and I “You have no idea how many people call me and say feel terrible about that.” ‘I’ve had this animal since yesterday, and I couldn’t get She is currently dealing with one of the worst outhelp,’ or ‘You’re my 20th phone call and nobody is breaks in memory of canine distemper in raccoons. Continued from page 1

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Another successful giveaway at The Fellowship Center over 200 toys to children and families in the Baldwin community. — Ben Fiebert

Over 200 toys were given out to families in Baldwin.

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The Fellowship Center recently completed a Christmas Toy Giveaway for the holiday season. The church gave away

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The Fellowship Center hosted their annual Christmas Toy Giveaway late last month.

Debra Mulé celebrates opening of business in her district Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé joined with the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, her colleagues in government, and the Baldwin community to celebrate the grand opening of YoYo Chicken, located at 766 Merrick Rd. in Baldwin on Wednesday, Dec. 20. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Mulé presented a Nassau County Legislature Citation to the owners in recognition of this momentous occasion. “Small businesses like YoYo Chicken are an embodiment of the dreams of the entrepreneurs who do so much to make our communities unique, vibrant, and prosperous,” Mulé said. “It was a pleasure to be a part of this grand opening celebration and I wish everyone at YoYo Chicken the best of luck in the months and years ahead!” Courtesy Debra Mulé

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Legislator Debra Mulé gives a citation to YoYo Chicken, recognizing the new business in Baldwin.

Legislator Debra Mulé tours Roosevelt Middle School Prior to embarking upon her fourth term in office — and her first representing the community of Roosevelt, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé joined with Roosevelt School District officials on Monday, Dec. 18 for a tour of Roosevelt Middle School. During her visit, Mulé met with top school officials including Superintendent of Schools Deborah L. Wortham and Roosevelt Middle School Principal Dr. Jeremiah Sumter, Jr. Starting on Jan. 1, Mulé started representing the reapportioned Sixth Legislative District, which is encompassed of the entirety of Roosevelt, Baldwin, and

South Hempstead, as well as portions of Freeport and Oceanside. “It is truly a privilege to represent Roosevelt in the Legislature, and I am committed to immersing myself in the community so that I will be the most effective advocate possible,” Mulé said. “My visits to Roosevelt schools have served as a wonderful welcome to the community, and it has been a pleasure to see the hard work of our educators and students firsthand. I’m truly looking forward to many collaborative efforts in the future and thank everyone for the warm welcome to the community!” — Ben Fiebert

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Legislator Debra Mulé, second from left, meets faculty of Roosevelt Middle School, which is part of the redistricted sixth legislative district that Mulé started representing on Jan. 1.

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Home care paid for by New York State is known as “Community Medicaid”. Paying your own living expenses, plus the cost of caregiving services, is beyond the means of many. Since 2020, there have been numerous attempts to create a new thirty month lookback period for Community Medicaid eligibility. So far, none of these attempts have been successful and now 2024 is the earliest expected date for implementation. There is no current look-back period for Community Medicaid in New York. This means that you may move assets out of your name this month and obtain Medicaid home care benefits next month, provided you need the care. Currently, an individual may keep about $1,700 per month plus the amount of any health care insurance premiums. Any excess income must be used towards their care. What if your living expenses exceed $1,700 per month? Enter the “pooled income trust”. Certified by the state, pooled income trusts are used to allow you to send your excess

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Jim Rattovelli of West Hempstead lent a hand to the Town of Hempstead’s Stop Throwing Out Pollutants, S.T.O.P., prog ram. This program allows residents to dispose of harmful pollutants – such as antifreeze, drain cleaners and pesticides – in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. He got assistance from Town of Hempstead Clerk Kate Mur ray and Council Laura Ryder on Nov. 18, at Baldwin Park.

Jim Rattovelli of West Hempstead, middle, participated in the town’s Stop Throwing Out Pollutants (S.T.O.P.) program with Clerk Kate Murray, left, and Council Laura Ryder, right.

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Baldwin National Guard soldier receives new rank and new responsibilities Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Paris Crutch from Baldwin and assigned to the 1156th Engineer Company, received a promotion Nov. 2 to the rank of sergeant. Army National Guard promotions are based on a soldier’s overall performance, demonstrated leadership abilities, professionalism and future development potential. These promotions recognize the best-qualified soldiers for a career in the New York Army National Guard. Army National Guard Citizen Sol_________________

diers who serve the state and nation are eligible for monthly pay, educational benefits, travel across the globe, technical and leadership training, health and dental insurance, and contributions towards retirement programs similar to a 401(k). For more information about the New York Ar my National Guard, visit DMNA.NY.gov or 1800GoGuard.com. The New York National Guard is the state’s executive agency responsible to the Governor for managing New York’s Military Forces, which consists of nearly 20,000 members of the New York Army National Guard, the New York Air National Guard, the New York Naval Militia, and the New York Guard. — Ben Fiebert

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GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Jan. 4 Boys/Girls Bowling: Lawrence at Hewlett .................. 4 p.m. Boys Basketball: Mineola at Lynbrook ...................... 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Floral Park at V.S. North .................. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Hempstead at Oceanside .............. 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: V.S South at Wantagh..................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Lawrence at Clarke......................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Friends Academy at Malverne ........ 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 5 Boys Basketball: Massapequa at Uniondale............. 5 p.m. Wrestling: Baldwin at Long Beach........................6:30 p.m. Boys Basketball: Farmingdale at Baldwin ................. 7 p.m. Wrestling: Seaford at Clarke...................................... 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 6 Boys Basketball: Carey at Elmont ...........................10 a.m. Boys Basketball: Mepham at East Meadow ............12 p.m. Boys Basketball: South Side at Manhasset ............12 p.m. Boys Basketball: V.S. North at West Hemp...............12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Bethpage at Kennedy...................12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Glen Cove at Hewlett....................12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Herricks at V.S. Central..................12 p.m. Girls Basketball: G.N. South at Long Beach ............12 p.m. Girls Basketball: G.N. North at Sewanhaka .............12 p.m. Girls Basketball: East Meadow at Mepham ............12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Seaford at East Rockaway ......12:15 p.m. Girls Basketball: Elmont at Carey ......................12:45 p.m.

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The opening month of Michael Marrero’s tenure as Baldwin’s wrestling coach exceeded expectations, said the former two-time All-County grappler out of MacArthur. With a roster largely comprised of underclassmen, the Bruins roared out of the gate in December with two strong tournament performances as well as a victory in its conference opener. They had a third-place showing at the MacArthur Tournament and a runner-up finish at Valley Stream South’s event. “We’re overachieving so far and that’s a testament to the kids’ work ethic and our two outstanding senior leaders,” Marrero said. Paul Clement, considered an AllCounty contender at 190 pounds, and Ari Guerra, who’s looking to make noise at he county tournament at 170, are serving as Baldwin’s main leaders, the coach explained. “They’re pushing everyone not only in practice but also in the classroom,” Marrero said. “We have a very young team that’s going to experience growing pains and those guys know what it takes to be successful. These guys will help push everyone through.” Clement split four matches on the county tournament stage at Hofstra University last winter and wants nothing less than a spot on the All-County (top six) podium. “Paul is someone opponents aren’t going to want to run into at the end of the season,” Marrero said. “I can’t say enough about the kid. He’s the complete package.” Guerra, who competed in cross-country this fall to boost his conditioning level for wrestling, brings plenty of grit and determination to every match, Marrero said. “He’s super invested in being the best he can be,” the coach noted. “He’s always in good position and competing hard. It’s just a matter of breaking through.” The Bruins’ dual meet lineup could feature another senior or two — Moise Ambroise is a senior first-year wrestler at 285 — but it’ll be up to the underclassmen to keep the team competitive in a challenging conference headed by Long Beach and East Meadow. Sophomores Frantz Byron (131) and Devante Young (138) are both off to impressive starts and traded wins against each other in both early tournaments, with Byron getting the upper hand at MacArthur and Young emerging victorious at Valley Stream South. They’re also regular workout partners, Marrero said. Another sophomore, Roosevelt transfer Nahkin Stevens, won the MacArthur Tournament at 108 and finished second

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Senior Ari Guerra is one of the leaders on and off the mat for the Bruins, who hope to make noise under first-year coach Michael Marrero. at VSS. “He started on an absolute tear and is going to be a key part of our lineup,” said Marrero, who is assisted by Jake Schneider and Doug Rogers. Junior Matt Feeny also finished first at MacArthur and will look to make a deep run in the county tournament after qualifying last season. He’ll be at 215. Additional youngsters looking to

make an impact for the Bruins include sophomore Jonathan Brown at 145, sophomore Jayden Young at 285 and freshman Adam Hillburger at 170. “Right now I’m only concerned with how hard the kids are competing and how much they’re improving every day,” Marrero said. “We’ll worry more about wins and losses once we get to the county tournament.”

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with Lenox Elementary School, which is right down the block, to help serve their community and their families,” Beltre said. Beltre hosted a turkey drive at the church in Baldwin in November, when more than 200 turkeys were donated to families in the community. “The vision and mission of the church is to love, grow and serve,” Beltre said. “So wherever we go, our job is to just love the community, and serve the community, and grow our relationship with one another as well.” This vision will be carried out through the different services offered by Photos courtesy Pastor Carlos Beltre the church, including worship services on Sun- from left, Baldwin Board of education trustee pamela day morning and bible green, pastor Carlos Beltre, and Lenox elementary studies on Wednesday principal Sheilah Jefferson-isaac, at the first-ever event night. There will also be hosted by the Bethlehem assembly of god’s new church outreach programs for in Baldwin. children and teens. ships within the community is one of “We do this event at the main campus in Valley Stream the main goals for the new church, he called Opening, which we have been added. “Baldwin is a beautiful town, and we doing now for 10 years,” Beltre said. “The event involves talking to the com- are truly looking forward to be part of munity about social services, and we’re the Baldwin family and being able to going to be bringing that to Baldwin in serve the community and the families there,” Beltre said. “We look forward to June.” Beltre explained that now there is just continuing to build the great culmore “apathy” towards God than in the ture that exists there and be part of it.” To learn more about the church’s past. Through the church, he is hoping to build connections with the younger upcoming services, visit BethlehemAG. generation. Building strong relation- org.

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It’s a new era of ice hockey, and it’s coming to UBS Arena. The Professional Women’s Hockey League makes its debut this month, kicking off 72 games played across eight different venues between the league’s “original six” franchise teams — Boston, Minnesota, Montreal, New York, Ottawa and Toronto. And one of those venues happen to be the same place where fans also can find the New York Islanders in Belmont. “We are extremely pleased to be welcoming the PWHL to UBS Arena during their inaugural season,” Kim Stone, the president of UBS Arena, said in a release. “I’m proud that women’s hockey is getting a beautiful new building to call its home for a number of games during this historical moment in women’s sports history.” The New York roster boasts 26 of the top women hockey players from around the world. Chief among them is Alex Carpenter, a 29-year-old forward from North Reading, Massachusetts, who is arguably one of the most skilled in the game today. She won two Olympic silver medals for her performance with Team USA, and is a six-time International Ice Hockey Federation Women’s world champion. Abby Roque played for Team USA

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“Having the privilege to showcase our skills in front of dedicated fans, in a top-tier arena, represents an opportunity that impeccably aligns with the professional standards upheld by the PWHL,” Pascal Daoust, general manager of the PWHL New York franchise, said. “It promises to be a premier sports experience not only for our athletes, but also for our fans, allowing them to gather in g reater numbers and take immense pride in standing united behind our team.” Four of the PWHL New York team’s 12 regular season home games will take place at UBS Arena, and at least five of the remaining home games are scheduled to take place at the Total Mortgage Arena in Connecticut. The schedule was constructed to ensure all six teams will play head-tohead a minimum of four times throughout the regular season, including twice at home and twice on the road. It also includes a pause in February for the PWHL 3-on-3 Showcase at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto during the NHL AllStar event, and a break in April for the IIHF Women’s World Championship. Playoffs begin the week of May 6. Single-game tickets range between $17 and $47, and are available through Ticketmaster.com. Season ticket membership and half-season plans are also available online via NewYork.ThePWHL.com.

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January 4, 2024 — BALDWIN HERALD

Baldwin neighbors help out at Town’s STOP program Hempstead Town officials assisted Baldwin residents in the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants program on Nov. 18 at Baldwin Park. This program allows residents to dispose of har mful pollutants — such as antifreeze, drain cleaners, and pesticides — in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. — Ben Fiebert

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Hempstead Town Councilwoman Laura Ryder, left, assisted Danielle O’Neal of Baldwin as she participated in the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants program.

Kate Murray assisted Kevin and Samory Fecu of Baldwin as they got rid of paint and other pollutants in an environmentally friendly way.

Hempstead Town Councilwoman Laura Ryder, right, and Town Clerk Kate Murray, left, with Villel Anglade of Baldwin as they all participated in the Town’s STOP program at Baldwin Park.

Town Clerk Kate Murray and Robert Sweeney of Baldwin at Baldwin Park on Nov. 18.

Kate Murray helped Louis Benitez of Baldwin as they participated in the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants program on Nov. 18 at Baldwin Park.

Hempstead Town Councilwoman Laura Ryder helped Rich Fitzsimons of Baldwin as he disposed trash at the Town’s STOP program.

Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray and Tim Birnstill of Baldwin at the Town’s STOP program at Baldwin Park.

Hempstead Town Councilwoman Laura Ryder helped Rich Fitzsimons of Baldwin as he disposed pesticides and paint at Baldwin Park on Nov. 18.

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The lingering remnants from Tropical Storm Ophelia — which dumped intense rainfall on Nassau County late last September — left a number of businesses and homeowners to pick up the pieces. Dozens of Long Island homes were drenched, basements and personal property swallowed up. Businesses like Valbrook Diner in Valley Stream lumbered back to life in the ensuing clean-up after losing thousands in food, lost work for employees, and a damaged roof. But some measure of financial relief, announced last month, is now available. The federal government is offering up to $500,000 in low-interest home repair loans through the Small Business Administration. Businesses could be eligible for much more to replace lost inventory and equipment. The final deadline to apply is Feb. 2, at SBA.gov website. Gov. Kathy Hochul described the federal relief program as one that is aimed at “helping to alleviate the impacts of the flooding to all areas of our state disaffected by extreme weather events.” When faced with the dilemma of how to pay for costly repairs and reconstruction after a disaster, federal loans provide a financial buffer otherwise made unavailable by standard loan and credit

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Nassau County households and business owners who took damage from last year’s September flood have until Feb. 2 to apply for low-interest federal relief loans. programs. The problem of hefty interest rates sometimes incurred when financing repairs with conventional credit cards, for example, can be largely avoided through SBA loans, argued SBA spokeswoman Sharon Gadbois. That, she adds, is the biggest boon for homeowners and businesses.

“The interest rate for homeowners and renters can be as low 2.5 percent compared with say, 20 percent on a credit card,” Gadbois said. “That’s a big difference. That’s thousands of dollars you would avoid having to pay up.” The SBA also can offer an interestfree repayment window at the start of the loan — usually for 12 months — and

generally, borrowers have up to 30 years to pay it off. “When people go through some kind of catastrophic event such as flooding or a tornado that disrupts their home or lifestyle at home, it’s almost like there’s a little mini tornado going on in their mind,” Gadbois said. “And, so, everything stops. The spending stops. They have to redistribute or reassess what’s going on.” Often that “reassessing” comes in the form of tightening their spending bills, laying off staff, or rolling back their business expenses, she said. The SBA loans are intended to reduce or reverse this financial downturn by stabilizing people’s expectations of their financial future, and thus keep their budgets in order and their businesses afloat. But other forces at play may make these loans more appealing over others. Those already weighed down with repaying multiple credit cards or credit card loans may be less willing to take on more debt, no matter how generous the terms of repayment. But Gadbois says it’s better to apply and have the option than to be shut out entirely. “If you’re approved for the loan, you have up to 60 days to decide whether you want to take it or not,” she said. “Applying before the deadline is important because it preserves your options for you and your family.”

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Mickey is joined by his many friends on a heroic journey.

Fearless feats on ice

HEROISM UNFOLDS IN AN EPIC ADVENTURE By Karen Bloom Move on from the holiday season with some Disney ﬂair. The latest Disney on Ice extravaganza arrives at UBS Arena in Elmont to the continued delight of families who can’t ever get enough of their favorite Disney moments. Audiences can relive some of the iconic characters and stories — classic and new — when “Find Your Hero” brings a lineup of some of Disney’s iconic personalities here for four days, opening Jan. 4. This production showcases inspiring favorites from the Disney canon and their beloved tales, including those spunky royal sisters, Anna and Elsa, from the beloved mega-hit “Frozen.” Joining this spirited pair are the hilarious snowman Olaf, the forever enchanting Belle, passionate Ariel, spirited Rapunzel and the charming bandit Flynn, plucky Mirabel, the aspiring young musician Miguel, and the daring, fearless wayfarer Moana. Their courage and spunky grit to live their best lives are set forth in lively — albeit condensed — re-tellings of “The Little Mermaid,” “Beauty & the Beast,” “Tangled,” “Frozen,” “Moana” and “Encanto.” ` These unforgettable characters and their adventures are brought to life on ice in a captivating show that transports the audience to world where imaginations soar and in true Disney spirit “anything can happen if you just believe.” Guided by Mickey and Minnie, with their crew, of course these stories are told through artful skating with dynamic sets and costumes, set to the soundtrack Disneyphiles know and love. In keeping with longstanding Disney tradition, it’s a fast-paced spectacle, with rapidly changing segments. This medley of tales shares what it means to “ﬁnd the hero in all of us,” in keeping with Mouse House lore, as we all are urged to follow our dreams. That’s certainly the case for Tess Terpos, who’s delighted to step into the spotlight with the rest of the Disney skaters as part of the ensemble cast. It’s a magical moment — each and every time. “Skating with Disney On Ice is a dream come true for me,” she says. “It’s so special and the connection with our audiences is amazing.” Ice skating has pretty much always been part of Terpos’ world. Since she was 6, in fact, growing up in Maryland. After years of steadfast devotion to her craft — countless hours of practice, grueling competitions and skating in various ice shows — the now 26-year-old Terpos realized her dream when she caught her break in 2021 with Feld Entertainment, producers of Disney On Ice. Fast forward to 2024 and Terpos is an established ensemble member with the tour. “Disney on Ice is always special, and our audiences see that ‘magic’ come to life in truly personal way.” In fact, ‘special’ is a word that keeps coming up as Terpos describes her life on the Disney circuit. “I have found a home here,” the Towson University

grad says. “It’s a great place to be, surrounded all these special talented skaters and creative people who are as passionate as me.” • Thursday through Sunday. Of course, Disney was a Jan. 4-7; times vary part of her world growing up, • Tickets start at $25; available so being with the tour now is at Ticketmaster.com or a natural extension of Terpos DisneyOnIce.com • UBS Arena, 2400 Hempstead fondness for the stories and Turnpike, Elmont characters. “I loved ‘The Little Mermaid,’ Jasmine, all the princesses. I’d watch them over and over,” she adds. The timeless appeal of the Disney legacy lends itself to an entertaining, inspiring production. The uplifting nature of these stories end strongly with an inspiring message about finding your inner hero and finding your dreams. “We all have inner heroes in ourselves,” Terpos says. “The Disney magic is all around us.” As with her fellow cast members, Terpos’ skating skills enhance the high level of athleticism that is the hallmark of these spectacles. Solos and fast-paced ensemble skating with high-flying jumps add to the appeal of the stories the audience knows so well. “There are so many iconic moments,” she enthuses, especially “The Little Mermaid” segment, which is among her favorites. It’s very colorful with fun music and favorite characters. “Actually it seems every character is a ‘favorite’ character. “And don’t forget, we ‘don’t talk about Bruno,’” Terpos reminds us. The high-energy production brings these characters to life through the energetic skills of the skaters. “We have a very talented cast,” Terpos says. “You’ll see pairs, singles, freestyle and tricks.” As always, there’s plenty of singing, with the audiences up on their feet throughout the show. And, naturally, Belles, Cinderellas, Jasmines, Elsas, and now Mirabels, among many others are scattered throughout the arena. “I even saw a Sebastian in the audience the other day,” Terpos adds. “It’s so much fun to see.” And, of course, as anyone who knows Disney on Ice, the show is enthusiastically welcomed at every stop on the tour. It’s big. It’s magical. It’s Disney. But it’s also something much more powerful than that. Because when Terpos and her castmates take center stage at UBS Arena shortly — you can bet your ice skates on it — there will be more than one wide-eyed 6-year-old in the audience who will discover, for the first time in her heart, that dreams really do come true.

Shake off those winter doldrums with Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band. It may seem like we’ve got way too long to wait ‘til those beach days return, but Jimmy Kenny and his band come to the rescue with theirr ‘Ultimate Beach Party Tribute’ to Kenny Chesney, Jimmy Buffett and Zac Brown Band. The Long Island-based band — guided by Paul C. Cuthbert (aka Jimmy Kenny) on lead vocals/acoustic guitar, with Linn DeMilta (aka Lovely Linn), lead and backing vocals, Luis Rio, lead guitar/ backing vocals, Frank Stainkamp, keyboard/backing vocals, Dan Prine, bass, and drummer Mike Vecchione — have been celebrating the beach country sounds for some 12 years, spreading their vibe up and down the Northeast coast. Friday, Jan. 5, 8 p.m. $35. $25, $20, $15. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

Dancing with the Stars

Following last year’s fan-frenzy that led to a spectacular run of sold-out shows, ‘Dancing with the Stars’ is back on tour this to heat up this winter with a dazzling, sexy, high energy, new live production. See the ballroom brought to life in this new edition featuring everyone’s favorite ‘Dancing with the Stars’ pros. Special guests join the DWTS cast this year to add to the fun. They’ll perform glittering new numbers as well as some of the unbelievable showstoppers featured in Season 32. The high-energy show puts the dancers in the spotlight, showcase their dynamic moves as seen during the series, along with some lively new twists. The tour delivers an unforgettable night of electrifying dance performances from worldrenowned dancers who topped the leaderboard. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 8 p.m. $50-$100. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets available at TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-3100.

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The South Shore Audubon Society welcomes all to join its members for another in its series of bird walks, at Hempstead Lake State Park, Sunday, Jan. 7, starting at 9 a.m. Walk leaders, other birders and nature enthusiasts are happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. Bring binoculars. The group will meet The group will meet in parking lot #3, off Exit 18 of the Southern State Parkway. To register, text your name and contact information to (516) 467-9498. No walk if rain or snow. Text regarding questionable weather. For more information, visit SSAudubon. org.

The multi-faceted Pete Correale brings his “Authentic” tour to the Paramount stage, Saturday, Jan. 13, 7:30 p.m. You may know him from his numerous late night TV shows such as “The Tonight Show,” Letterman and Conan, his three television comedy specials, or as co-host of “The Pete and Sebastian Show,” a podcast with comedian and longtime friend Sebastian Maniscalco. One of the most wildly popular comedy podcasts on air today, it’s almost 10-years-old running with an ever growing fanbase and has featured guests the likes of Bill Burr, Jay Mohr, Bobby Lee, Yannis Pappas, and Billy Gardell. Correale’s tours also continue to grow exponentially as more and more people discover him and immediately fall in love with his accessible and extremely relatable point of view. Aside from his podcast, Pete has been a staff writer on several TV shows, most recently “Kevin Can Wait” and Netflix’s “The Crew.” His love for entertainment started when he went off to college. During his senior year, Correale took an acting class and knew immediately what he wanted to do — be in show business. This burning desire has evolved to what we know it as today: a reflective comedic take on his life and the experiences he’s been through. With a conversational delivery and his trademark disarming regular guy attitude, Pete makes you feel like you’re listening to the funniest guy at a party as opposed to just another comedian on a stage. $49.50, $39.50, $34.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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First Lap Relay for Life Relay for Life’s First Lap takes place Saturday, Jan. 6, at Baldwin Middle School’s track at noon. The first Saturday of the year is known as Relay First Lap. It was started in 2018 by Joe Gillette as a way to renew his commitment to Relay for Life and to encourage others to join him. That vision has spread globally so others, worldwide, would gather their teams or individually take the first lap of the new year together, while encouraging new participants to sign up for events online and start their fundraising events. For more information, call (516) 4346200.

On exhibit Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Our Gilded Age,” examines the appearances and the realities of an era that mirrors our own in many ways. Like the nation’s economy, American art and literature flourished during the Gilded Age. The art of John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Louis Comfort Tiffany and others adorned palatial residences designed by Stanford White and Ogden Codman Jr., architect of the museum’s own quintessential Gilded Age mansion. Drawing heavily upon the local literary history of Long Island, including William Cullen Bryant, Mark Twain (who named the Gilded Age), Walt Whitman, Edith Wharton and others, the exhibition will include paintings, fashion, decorative arts including period silver and china, photographs, manuscripts, first editions and other historic memorabilia. The “Upstairs, Downstairs” approach to the life of a country house brings to life not only the storied conspicuous consumption for which the Gilded Age was infamous, but also the real lives of these many individuals who maintained the palatial estates where that lifestyle was enjoyed. On view through March 10. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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Jan. ‘Parallel Perspectives’ View Molloy University Art Gallery’s current exhibition, a duo exhibit displaying artwork of noted Long Island artists Holly Gordon and Ward Hooper. Various complementary paintings and prints are on view. Upon meeting, it became obvious that both Gordon and Hooper were deeply inspired by Long Island’s fascinating environment and natural beauty. Together, they toured the island and captured the same places, each interpreting the scenes in front of them through their distinctive artistic styles. Their creations not only influence one another but also blend unique aesthetics in their collaborative artistic journey. Gordon and Hooper’s partnership yielded numerous accomplishments, one of which was the publication of their book “Parallel Perspectives: The Brush/Lens Collaboration.” Through Feb. 16. Kellenberg Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Call (516) 323-3196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu for more.

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Let’s Skate Get ready to enjoy all the thrills of the snowy season, while staying warm and cozy as Long Island Children’s Museum’s popular “Snowflake Sock Skating rink returns, now through Jan. 7. Slip on “sock skates” and take a spin on the indoor rink, made from a high-tech synthetic polymer surface that lets kids slide around without blades. Kids can stretch, twirl and glide. As visitors step off the “ice” they can jump into winter dramatic play in Snowflake Village. Become a baker in the holiday sweet shop, step inside a giant snowman and serve up some hot cocoa, take a turn in the rink “ticket booth” and “warm up” around a rink side “fire pit.” Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

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All about spaghetti January 4th is National Spaghetti Day! Learn to make homemade spaghetti with Chef Julie, at Baldwin Public Library, Thursday, Jan. 4, 5-6 p.m. 2385 Grand Ave. Register at BaldwinPL.org. For more information, call (516) 2236228.

Mount Sinai Vax Mobile Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Vaxmobile Community Health Bus comes to Baldwin Public Library’s atrium, Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Obtain free screenings for blood pressure, body mass index, memory screening, and diabetes risk assessment, as well as COVID and Flu vaccines. First come, first served. 2385 Grand Ave. Information available at BaldwinPL.org or call (516) 223-6228.

Items on The Scene 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 thescene@liherald.com.

“Frozen Jr.” brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life onstage, presented by Sunrise Theatre Company, Sunday, Jan. 7, noon. The show features all of the memorable songs from Disney’s beloved animated film with all the wonderful characters, loaded with magic, adventure, humor and love. All tickets $15. See it on the Sunrise stage at The Showplace at Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. For information/tickets, visit SunriseTheatreLI.com or call (516) 218-2782.

Free haircuts available Haircuts are provided by student barbers-in-training working toward a New York State Barbering Technician license under the supervision of Barber J. Mestizo at Baldwin High School. Services include haircuts for men and boys, facials, and a beard and eyebrow trim. Call (516) 4346991 Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to schedule appointments for your group.

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Join social worker and life-coach Marla Matthews for the discussion and support group meet-up at Baldwin Public Library, Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 9 p.m. If you are divorced, widowed, single, an empty nester, or age 50-plus that would like a new beginning, join in and be inspired to make new friends, network, and learn new skills toward reinventing yourself. Registration preferred, but walk-ins are welcomed. 2385 Grand Ave. Register at BaldwinPL.org. For more information, call (516) 223-6228.

Friends of the Library Raffle Support the Friends raffle fundraiser at Baldwin Public Library. Winners will receive a gift card from local businesses.Tickets cost $5 each and can be purchased at the Library Circulation Desk, or through PayPal at BaldwinPL.org/friends. Drawings will be held in early February 2024. For more information, call (516) 223-6228.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 1/10/2024 at 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: --------------------------------RE-OPENING/READVERTISEMENT: 2:00 P.M. 414/22. BALDWIN Nalenie Mohan, Construct 6’ high PVC fence on top of retaining wall varying in height from 4’3” to 7’, total height varying from 10’3” to 13’., S/s New York Ave., 125’ W/o Chestnut St., a/k/a 516 New York Ave. N.C.P.C. Local determination. Being reopened to clarify height condition. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in Baldwin within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 144088 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF THE TRUMAN 2021 SC9 TITLE TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. KIRSTEN SAVAGE, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 12, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 6, 2024 at

2:00 p.m., premises known as 820 Jefferson Street, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 414 and Lot 8. Approximate amount of judgment is $298,240.50 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 610443/2018. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 231610-1 144085

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR TRUMAN 2016 SC6 TITLE TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. DONNOVAN EVANS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 4, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 16, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 720 West Carl Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 36, Block 541 and Lot 32. Approximate amount of judgment is $791,917.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 607354/2020. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TRUSTEE, Plaintiff against STANLEY SMITH, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 20, 2006, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 5 Church Street, Baldwin, NY 11510. Sec 54 Block 481 Lot 423. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $387,480.45 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 007909/2005. 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.” Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee File # SPSJN209 143725 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2005-2, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-2, V. AGRIPINA HERNANDEZ, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 12, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2005-2, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-2 is the Plaintiff and AGRIPINA HERNANDEZ, 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 January 18, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 2614 MILBURN AVE, BALDWIN, NY 11510: Section 0054, Block 00211-00, Lot 00034: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT BALDWIN, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 609620/2017. David W. Graber, 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. 143862

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100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 30, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 761 North William Street, North Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 36, Block 181, Lot 127. Approximate amount of judgment $179,532.49 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #608108/2018. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the

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A. I was once called on to do the home of a dean of an architecture school. I told him I was flattered, and asked why, considering the fact that I wasn’t a graduate of his school, he chose me. He told me that he had started out with one of his former graduates and was completely dissatisfied with the results. The former student, he said, did onte eeper eventually become an architect, but lacked basic skills like engineering, math and the sensitivity to bring the dean’s ideas to fruition. Then I asked why the dean wasn’t designing his own home, especially being the figurehead of an architecture school, and supposedly well versed enough to have such a prestigious job. He told me he barely passed the licensing exams after his third try, and was actually a graduate in architectural history, even though he managed to get through an architecture school. That really made me wonder, since I had worked with over 40 of his students at my firm over the years, but none who lasted, most going on to pursue related work, like construction management or as draftspersons in other firms. In other words, there are areas of the field that do not include being the “conductor of the orchestra” but consider that not everyone in the field eventually becomes an architect, but instead many play supporting rather than lead roles at a firm. Also consider that most leave school with little understanding that, like most fields, architecture is a business. The art part is one facet that makes the presentation aspect seem romantic, and is probably most represented in films and TV shows, but really constitutes about 2 percent of the big picture. I chuckle when I see a TV show on which there are lots of models and pretty renderings of buildings, because the nuts and bolts are what makes the engine run, and the government reviews and approvals, at some point, dominates the process until we get to the act of making a building real, in the construction phase. Math, at every part of the process, is important, whether it’s the engineering, the assembly of parts, the communication with all the members of the team or getting the building approved for construction. If your son would be satisfied being a team member and not a team leader, then he should pursue this career. Otherwise, good luck!

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ith the old year having ended and the New Year just beginning, I’m once again going through my routine of looking back on the previous year’s memories and trying to anticipate what the next one might hold. On balance, 2023 was a good year for me. There were some twists and turns and bumps in the road, but overall I can’t complain. For starters, in the very first week of the year, I crossed paths with Stuart Richner, the publisher of the Heralds, who offered me the opportunity pETER to write a column for the papers. I KinG was smart enough to accept, and it’s been a challenging and rewarding experience for me ever since. A few months later, with no warning signs or symptoms and during a routine procedure, my gastroenterologist, Dr. Michael Barth, detected a tumor in my

stomach, which turned out to be malignant. A few weeks after that, Dr. Matthew Weiss, a skilled surgeon at Long Island Jewish Hospital, removed the tumor, and there was no follow-up radiation or chemotherapy required. I was out of the hospital in days, and back at full speed in a few weeks. Then, in June and September, I made two very positive visits to Capitol Hill, where I had the privilege of serving for 28 years. In June, the House Intelligence Committee asked me, along with several former members, including Frank LoBiondo, of New Jersey, and Jane Harman, of California, to testify about pressing terror threats, and then, in September, more than 40 of my former staff members held a reception for my wife, Rosemary, and I on the Speaker’s Balcony. Both events brought back very positive memories. During that time, but especially in September and October, I worked close-

ly with Nassau County Republican Party Chairman Joe Cairo and county Republicans to bring about the overwhelming victories we saw on Election Day. They resulted in part because of the series of misjudgments and poor policy decisions by Democratic leaders in New York and Washington — the most prominent being the inability to deal with outof-control illegal migration, which made its way to the western edge of Nassau County. Entering 2024, I hope for continued good health for Rosemary and our family and friends — and a return to good health for our state and nation. The presidential race will be like no other, with the nation so divided and the problems so severe, with wars in Ukraine and Israel becoming more deadly by the day and threats from Iran and China showing no signs of lessening. For progress to be made on any of these fronts in this new year, I strongly believe that the American people must

ith the nation so divided, the presidential race will be like no other.

find a way to put aside blind partisanship and forge a united front on issues on which there can be agreement and honest debate when consensus can’t be reached. The most obvious need for concerted action is border security. New York City cannot continue to absorb 4,000 illegal migrants each week without bursting. Similarly, the rise in antisemitism is truly frightening. Our political, religious and education leaders must speak with one voice in proclaiming that “Never Again” means Never Again! Similarly, respect for law enforcement must be restored if we are to be safe in our homes and neighborhoods. While victories cannot be guaranteed on all, or even most, fronts in 2024, real progress can be made if we remember that America is still the world’s greatest nation and we live up to our standards as Americans. If we do, this will indeed be a year we will all be proud to remember. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

Two legislators who are making a difference

he year just finished wasn’t a good one for politicians, or politics in general. We have two wars, an inept majority in the House of Representatives, an up-anddown economy and the prospect of having two candidates for president who are both highly unpopular. But rather than begin the new year on a down note, I would like to focus on two elected officials who have gained my greatest respect. Most voters don’t talk about state legislators over dinner. Legislators don’t get JERRY much publicity, KREMER but quite a few of them work diligently throughout the year and deserve a pat on the back. Being a former state assemblyman, I can recognize the qualities make a good legislator. Which is why I want to single out Democratic Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and Republican Assemblyman Ed Ra. I had the good fortune recently to have lunch with Solages — who prefers

the nickname Mickey — and walked away impressed with her work and her dedication to lots of good causes. She is serving her fifth term representing a very diverse community stretching from Valley Stream to Bellerose. She is the first person of Haitian descent to be elected to the State Legislature, and her hard work on behalf of minorities has vaulted her into the position of chair of the state Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus. Being the chair of this caucus isn’t an easy job. It is a very powerful group in Albany, and it only chooses true leaders to make it an effective force in a sometimes very divided legislative body. Solages keeps the group focused, and is very articulate on caucus issues. She holds the title of Assembly deputy majority leader, and in that role she is responsible for rounding up votes during floor debates. I was very impressed with her dedication to finding affordable housing opportunities on Long Island. It’s no secret that our young people are leaving the Island, because it costs too much to live here, and they don’t want to live at

home with their parents. In the Assembly, Solages is a major voice speaking out about improving access to quality child care. Working mothers need a strong advocate to help get state funds, and she is at the forefront of that effort. Having been the chair of the Assembly Ways and Means Committee, I have strong feelings about the role of the committee and its effectiveness. Assemblyman Ra holds the title of ranking member on Ways and Means, which makes him his party’s voice during deliberations on key bills. Over the course of the year, Ways and Means members have the chance to vote on as many as 5,000 bills, so being a committee member is a big deal. Ra has proven to be an informed voice on a variety of issues, and he has become the suburban voice for his fellow Republican Assembly members. One of his major interests has been education initiatives. He has fought for a more stringent teacher evaluation system, and has become a vocal supporter of special education programs of the kind offered by the Henry Viscardi

ighlighting the hard work of Michaelle Solages and Ed Ra.

School in Albertson. Ra has gotten more state funding for these efforts by getting the state to institute a fairer reimbursement system. One of the assignments that he has handled with class is the job of assistant minority leader. The position requires him to be familiar with almost every bill slated for debate, and to make strong arguments pro or con. There’s no way that a floor leader can wing it when the arguments start flying. Ra has shown an encyclopedic knowledge of multiple issues. It’s nice to have a chance to highlight the hard work of two very effective Long Island legislators. There are many others, but Mickey Solages and Ed Ra stand out in many ways. I wish I could also applaud our members of Congress, but they’re under constant pressure from the crazy Freedom Caucus to impeach President Biden. The current House has passed the fewest bills in memory, and Long Island needs a little more attention. Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.

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ongratulations — you’ve made it to another new year. Where we make resolutions we know we can’t keep, and spend the next six months scribbling out “2023” and replacing it with “2024.” Bill Vaughan, a longtime syndicated columnist for the Kansas City Star in the 1960s and ’70s, said it best: “An optimist stays up until midnight to see the new year in. A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves.” But as a reader of community news — which you are, of course, since you’re reading these words — you’re more likely to be an optimist than a pessimist. So it’s not about saying goodbye to what was, but instead, looking forward to what happens next. That’s what your neighborhood newspaper is all about, and why you continue to look forward to it every week. But it’s more than just the local news. It’s your town square. It’s a place for you to share your stories. Cheer your achievements. And even express concerns, typically coupled with solutions to make life better. Your local newspaper is where you learn about those running for office who want to represent you in government. Where you learn about meetings happening in your neighborhood that you should be a part of. And where you learn how to be a part of the decision-making process.

Letters Schumer loves visiting every county. How about the U.S.-Mexico border? To the Editor: In 2023, just like he has over the past 24 years, Sen. Chuck Schumer has taken pride in visiting all 62 counties in New York state. He just visited Hudson, in Columbia County, to complete his tour. These annual visits provide him with a better understanding of the needs for residents of each county. But when was the last time he visited our country’s southern border? He could view firsthand our ongoing invasion of illegal immigrants. When will he visit the Roosevelt Hotel in Manhattan, or Floyd Bennett Field in his home borough of Kings County, which are now migrant shelters? The number of illegal migrants will likely exceed 2 million for the third year in a row in 2024. Schumer could also learn from border agents about their fight to stem the smuggling of fentanyl, which is killing over 100,000 Americans every year. When will Schumer travel to El Paso, Texas, and observe this crisis firsthand? Perhaps

And, of course, your local newspaper is about supporting local businesses, because they are the backbone of anything we build. They are a source of jobs, tax revenue, and everything we need to maintain happy homes, schools and workplaces. The pages of the Herald are where we got to meet Rabbi Aaron Marsh, the new leader of East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center. It’s where we learned about Alex Kremins of Long Beach, who literally gave the gift of life, by way of a bone marrow transplant, to a teenager in Washington state who has leukemia. We celebrated 127 years of Jewish War Veterans, the nation’s longest-operating veterans organization, through its Rockville Centre-based chapter, and learned that it’s a group that only wants to grow. And we said goodbye to Helen Dolan, the “quiet philanthropist” and the former owner of the Oyster Bay Guardian, which is now the Oyster Bay Herald. In the pages of your local newspaper, you read local coverage of national and international events that you couldn’t find anywhere else. We’ve heard so much about the tragic terrorist attack in Israel on Oct. 6, but it was the Herald that detailed the long, empty table of plates and silverware set up by Young Israel of Woodmere to honor and remember the hostages taken by Hamas. And then there was George Santos, the disgraced former congressman, who

sat down with Herald reporters not once, but twice — the second time just days before he was indicted by a federal grand jury. There is no news like hyperlocal, community news — and nothing can impact your life more than learning about what’s happening in your own backyard. It’s why local newspapers are vital, and why we hope you never want to live, work or go to school anywhere there isn’t one. As we dive into the new year, we want to take a moment to consult with our most important source: you. How are we doing? What do you enjoy about our coverage? What could you do without? What are we missing? What would you like to find in these pages in 2024 and beyond? Our executive editor, Michael Hinman, wants to talk with you. He grew up in a small town — much like the amazing communities here on Long Island — and wants to make sure you’re getting everything you expect from your local paper. Take a moment, share your thoughts with him at execeditor@liherald.com, and he will respond directly. And remember, we all love our communities and the people in them. That makes us optimists, not pessimists. We don’t need to tiptoe into 2024, but we can march in proudly. Because, as country music star Brad Paisley sings, “Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one.”

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he war in Ukraine has destabilized and polarized the international order. It pits two nucleararmed superpowers, the United States and Russia, against each other. Any miscalculation could take all of us to nuclear Armageddon. The war has created untold human misery. Ending it should be a top priority for humankind. How can it be ended, and on what terms? Conventional wisdom holds that wars end in one of two ways. Either one side wins and the other loses, or JerrY they negotiate a peace agreement tetaLman by coming to an understanding that both sides can live with. The Russian invasion of Ukraine currently looks like a stalemate, with little territory having been won or lost last year and both sides seemingly adhering to a position requiring total victory. Russia seems to be playing the long game of waiting out the resolve of the West to fund and support Ukraine. Sanctions on Russia have had an effect, but it still sells oil to China, India, and

much of the world. Ukraine’s goal is to regain its lost territory, maintain its current territory and achieve security against future invasions. Russia wants to control all of Ukraine, and wants to prevent it from joining the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The question is, can a peace agreement be made that both sides can live with? Countries at war start to look for alternatives when victory is no longer assured, or likely. This war has reached that point. Negotiations give countries options in a nowin situation. Are the parties ready to negotiate? Peace agreements are reached by making a win-win deal in which both sides get something they want out of it. Of course, they need to compromise and give up some things as well. Russian President Vladimir Putin is obviously a key to any peace deal, because he must be willing to negotiate and implement any agreement that is reached. The other key is Ukraine, whose territory has been invaded, occupied and annexed by Russia. The “deciders” will be Russia (essentially Putin) and Ukraine (the administration of Volodymyr Zelen-

he U.N. secretarygeneral, António Guterres, should lead the way to an agreement.

Letters that would convince him to stop holding up funding for the completion of a border wall to protect our sovereignty as a nation. LARRy PENNER Great Neck

Lower the revenue projections for congestion pricing To the Editor: I recommend that congestion pricing legislation be amended to remove the projection of $1 billion in toll revenue. There should not be any minimum mandatory revenue amount, which would allow a much more affordable toll, instead of $15. London collects much less revenue with its Congestion Charge, and requiring $1 billion in yearly revenue is arbitrary and regressive. SANJEEV RAmCHANdRA Phoenix

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sky). They will be the ones with representatives at the negotiating table. Beyond the table, there are other influencers, such as those who support Ukraine with arms and funding — the European Union and the United States. And there are those who tacitly support Russia by continuing commerce with Putin, and by not voting in the United Nations to sanction Russia. If an understanding and peace settlement is to be reached between the combatants, we must consider what institution is most capable of facilitating the necessary negotiations. The U.N. is the logical party for this task because, according to its charter, its goal is to “prevent the scourge of war.” Unfortunately, the U.N. Security Council is hobbled by the fact that Russia and the other great powers that emerged victorious in World War II – the United States, France, the United Kingdom and China – exercise veto power. And Russia has vetoed Security Council action in connection with the Ukraine war. The International Court of Justice was foreseen by the U.N. Charter as the primary method of resolution of dis-

our communities. Nearly 350,000 American teenagers under age 18 become pregnant each year, and about 31 percent of those pregnancies end up being aborted. The after-effect of these procedures is a significant amount of psychological damage among the patients. These adolescents are left having to deal with not only society’s public shame, but also emotional distress and minimal support. many of them struggle with PTSd, heightened anxiety and depression. As a community, we have to bring comfort and support to these adolescents in need, and make help more accessible and accepted. If the community doesn’t play its part in fixing such an issue, that leads to lasting emotional consequences. Consequences like self-harm or even suicide. But it’s not too late to do something about it. Allow us to bring awareness to these struggles. Allow for resources to be easier to obtain for these kids. Or simply just show the community’s support through fundraisers, and raise money to help families struggling with this issue.

Jerry Tetalman is co-author of “One World Democracy” (Origin Press) and a board member of Citizens for Global Solutions Education Fund.

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putes between countries, offering law as an alternative to war. But laws need enforcement, and the ICJ has none. Its order that Russia “immediately suspend” military operations in Ukraine nearly two years ago was utterly ignored. But this doesn’t prevent the U.N. secretary-general, António Guterres, from organizing serious peace negotiations. The role of the secretary-general is that of chief diplomat for all nations. He is charged with mediation and appointment of envoys to broker peace agreements. In getting such negotiations off the ground, Guterres might find it useful to draw on countries such as China or Turkey, both of which have a rapport with Putin. The United Nations, the world’s largest and most important international peace organization, is the logical place to organize these negotiations. It must also move forward with reforming the Security Council, thereby ending its paralysis when it comes to enforcing world peace and security. We can move from war to law by reforming and strengthening the United Nations, but it will take some creative thinking and action by all of us.

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