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JFK soccer player sets sights abroad Randall’s Island.” Although many details about practices and meeting her teamIsabelle Sivin, a sophomore at mates are still to be determined, John F. Kennedy High School, Sivin said that there would be will travel to Israel next summer virtual meetings prior to the as a member of the U.S. women’s games. “They said there’s Zoom u16 soccer team to compete at calls to see who you’re going to the 2022 Maccabi Games. The be with,” she explained. “They multinational sporting event, sent out an email to everyone held quadrennially in Israel, cel- who made it, and then you had a ebrates Jewish choice to do it or unity, culture and not.” heritage through Sivin has been athletic competiplaying soccer tion. since she was 4, The games will and has been a start in early July member of Kenand continue for n e dy ’s va r s i t y three weeks. The team since last U.S. is one of 80 year. Her coach, countries sending Christine DeFilipover 10,000 athpo, a special-eduletes who will cation teacher at compete in 39 Kennedy and a isAbelle siViN sports. Sivin was former collegiate one of just 24 girls player at Eastern from across the Connecticut State country chosen to play for the University, told the Herald that national team for girls under age Sivin is a two-year starter, a calm 16. and composed competitor who is There are tryouts for the Mac- usually an outside midfielder. cabi Games, Sivin, 15, of Mer“She’s a lefty,” DeFelippo said. rick, explained. “I was at camp, “Depending on the team, she can so I missed the first tryout,” she cut the ball back and use her said. “They had a makeup, so I strength to pass the ball back or went to that instead. It was during the summer — in August, at Continued on page 14

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FrieNDs AND FAmilY gathered for the dedication in honor of Viki Sorrentino in Bellmore. The Viki Sorrentino Foundation will continue her legacy by helping students pursue careers in music.

Beloved music teacher, cantor remembered by ANDreW GArciA agarcia@liherald.com

Victoria Sorrentino, who was known as Viki, was all about music. She was a vocal and piano coach for many years, helping local young people pursue music-oriented careers. At the Parish of St. Bar nabas the Apostle in North Bellmore, where she was the cantor, her voice was ever present during countless services. Sorrentino died on Oct. 12,

2020, at age 47, which was a shock to her sister, Nicole. Her sudden death was mourned by family and friends who knew her legacy had to live on in some way. Nicole, or Niki, started the Viki Sorrentino Foundation with the goal of promoting music education throughout the hamlets and across Long Island. On Sunday, the foundation hosted its first fundraising event at St. Barnabas, in the area where the sisters grew up.

“Viki was always so committed to music — she incorporated music into everything,” Niki said. “Her life is so connected to music.” Niki described her sister as someone who was always jovial, and who could “capture a room.” She exuded happiness, Niki said, no matter the setting. Viki taught kindergarten at Grand Avenue Elementary School in North Baldwin. Her classroom featured a piano, Continued on page 7

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ELECtIoN 2021

By ANDREW GARCIA agarcia@liherald.com

Nassau County Legislator Steve Rhoads faces a new challenger, Bellmore resident Jake Schuster, in the 19th District. The district includes Wantagh, Seaford, Bellmore, Merrick and Freeport. The Herald asked the candidates a series of questions to get their stance on the issues.

Herald: What would you do at the legislative level to improve the livelihood for the younger population on Long Island and ensure that they keep a residence here? Rhoads: Working with Civic Associations

and Chambers of Commerce, we can find opportunities for transit-oriented development. The Village of Farmingdale provides an example in the transformation of its Main Street corridor to include apartment style housing geared towards young professionals in proximity to the LIRR with restaurants, a grocery store, dry cleaners, etc., within walking distance. This provides an opportunity for young people to transition to independent living while they save to enter the housing market. Job creation is another important goal. Both the pandemic and the continued erosion of public safety in NYC, has provided Long Island with an opportunity to entice companies providing high-tech, good paying jobs, to make the move. Working with our Nassau County IDA, we should be encouraging business development and providing opportunities for our young people to find sustainable jobs locally without having to move out of state. Unfortunately, the decision by the County Executive to utilize nearly $100 million CARES act funding to pay for County salaries rather than provide relief to businesses and residents impacted by the pandemic, puts us at a competitive disadvantage as nearly 1 in 6 small businesses already in Nassau County closed permanently during the pandemic. Nassau should also work with New York State to create a first-time home buyer tax credit for Nassau residents to help put home ownership in reach for our Kids. Better leadership and a comprehensive strategy for business development, job creation and housing opportunities will stem the tide of Nassau’s “brain drain”.

Schuster: We need the younger popula-

tion to be more involved in our businesses, local government, and other. The younger generation is the future of our county and our district, and we need to reflect that. On the legislative level, we need to provide greater leadership opportunities for these young adults so that the decisions of the future are being made by those who will truly feel the impact of those decisions. We need their voices, opinions, and demands to be heard in every aspect of our community.

Herald: If elected/re-elected, how would you work to resolve the housing crisis in

Steve Rhoads Incumbent

Jake Schuster Challenger

Age: 52

Age: 26

Hometown: Wantagh

Hometown: Bellmore

Party Affiliation: Republican

Party Affiliation: Democrat

Political experience: From 2006 until 2015, he served on the Open Space and Parks Advisory Committee to the Nassau County Planning Commission, becoming its secretary in 2009. In 2015, Steve was elected in a special election to represent the 19th Legislative District in the Nassau County Legislature. Rhoads is also a volunteer firefighter with the Wantagh Fire Department and is an ex-captain of Engine Co. No. 5.

Political experience: After receiving a bachelor’s in business administration at Hofstra University, Schuster attended College of Law at the University of Tulsa in Tulsa, Okla., where he received his law degree. In 2017, he volunteered for Bellmorite Jeff Gold’s campaign for the same seat, and then worked for State Sen. John Brooks as a legislative aide.

this district? Rhoads: We must address the overall

issue of assessment and taxes. While government cannot regulate the local housing market, we do have an obligation to make government spend less and make the process that determines your share of taxes as fair, accurate and transparent as possible. Often, it is not the price of a house, but the property and school tax burden on top of the mortgage, that makes home ownership unaffordable. I’ve joined my Republican colleagues in proposing a property tax cut of $120 million and fee cuts in excess of $100 million to help lessen the burden on residents and businesses Laura Curran’s error-riddled reassessment has made a bad situation worse, shifting the tax burden to middle-class communities and away from higher-end properties on the north shore. In the 19th Legislative District, nearly 70% of homeowners saw school and property tax increases as a direct result of the County Executive’s botched reassessment. We have local homeowners seeing school and property tax increases of 20, 30, 40 – even as much as 200 percent, while multi-million-dollar homes are paying no taxes at all. Over 200,000 valuation errors were uncovered during the reassessment and County taxpayers have paid nearly $50

million in refunds in the past year alone due to additional errors that have since been discovered. Even worse, this is just Year 2 of the Curran phase-in, with 3 more years of increases to go. This reassessment must be scrapped, and a full, accurate and transparent reassessment must be conducted.

Schuster: There are more than enough

resources to convert empty land and empty/abandoned buildings into affordable housing for those in need of it. By working with County and State leadership, we can demand greater funding and absolutely re-allocate funds from many different over-funded programs to better provide for those who are living outside of their means by necessity.

Herald: How do you plan to bring more businesses and revenue to the area postCovid? Rhoads: There’s an opportunity to attract businesses concerned about safety and looking to move to more affordable spaces to Nassau County and we should be using the tools at our disposal to take advantage of that. Enticing high-tech, sustainable jobs to Nassau expands opportunities for our workforce and increases economic activity for the local companies that service those new businesses. Further, we

need to avoid the mistakes made by the County Executive in her use of CARES act funding, with the new Federal funding through ARPA. Nassau is slated to receive over $350 million in funds over the next two years. A portion of these funds must be used for job retraining for individuals that lost careers due to the pandemic and to support local businesses who are still struggling to recover from gover nment-mandated shut downs. Empty storefronts are the result of the Administration’s failure to do so with the first round of Federal stimulus and we must act swiftly to reverse that trend. Further, we must correct the Curran Administration’s mismanagement of the Department of Consumer Affairs. 800 businesses are waiting for new licenses and a staggering 5,000 renewal applications are pending. These businesses – and the families supported by them - have lost tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars in potential business while waiting nearly a year for permits that other municipalities process in weeks. That equates to hundreds of millions of dollars in economic activity lost to the detriment of County taxpayers. That is simply unacceptable.

Schuster: There are so many things that

our district can improve upon to drive new business into the area, but the most clear answer to me on how we can at least take an initial step in generating greater revenue would be the regulated and taxed sale of marijuana within our district. Many elected officials have stated that they will opt-out of such sales — this makes absolutely no sense. Whether we open up shop or not, it is legal and it will find its way into our district. The question now becomes whether we want the revenue generated from such sales, or do we want to hand this opportunity over to other districts or counties.

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Know anyone around town who you’d describe as a true do-gooder –– that PTA president, Little League coach or scout leader who goes above and beyond the call of duty; that community volunteer who gives so much of him or herself while asking for nothing in return; that volunteer firefighter or emergency medical technician who saved a life? The Bellmore Herald is currently seeking nominations for our annual Person of the Year. All People of the Year are featured in fulllength, front-page feature stories that appear in our final issue of the year, which will be published on Dec. 27.

If you know of any unsung heroes within the community who deserve recognition for their selfless work on behalf of others, please contact us immediately by email at agarcia@liherald.com or write to the Bellmore Herald c/o Andrew Garcia, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, N.Y. 11530. Submissions are due by Dec. 14., and the sooner we receive them, the better! Nominations are best sent by email. Along with your nominations, just give us two or three sentences why your nominee deserves recognition and provide contact information for him or her, if you can. You can nominate more than one person.

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Festival will return to Merrick this weekend

BELLMORE HERALD — October 21, 2021

By ANDREW GARCIA agarcia@liherald.com

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HuNDREDs of fAmIlIEs enjoyed the sunny weekend at the Merrick Fall Festival, hosted by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce, in 2019. Due to Covid-19, last year’s festival was cancelled. than ever. This year will feature more rides than previous years along with a magic show and a petting zoo. “We tried to think of any possible way to make this happen,” Reiter said, “and we thought outside the box.” Reiter added that he also expects a huge attendance. He recently tabled at the

Massapequa and Bellmore fairs for his dog treat company, The Barking Biscuit, both of which had a large turnout. This will be the first Merrick Festival for Reiter to promote his company to friends and neighbors as well. Pets are welcome to stop by, and they’re sure to enjoy the many other pet-friendly food

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DAvID mARCH, CENtER, of Bellmore, had just as much fun on Pharaoh’s Fury as his son, Gabriel, left, and his friend, Brandon Litinger in 2019. offerings found at the festival. The Merrick business community is also ramped up to welcome hundreds of newcomers and familiar faces, namely the area’s restaurant owners who have faced a tumultuous year of Covid stipulations. “We expect everyone to come out in swarms,” Reiter said. “We’re very excited to be hosting and to be doing so after many, many years,” Marchesella said.

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Last year, the hamlet was amiss with the absence of the annual Fall Festival, typically offering a weekend of fun with rides, food and shopping. This weekend, those sights and smells will return in full swing. While it was cancelled last year due to Covid-19, tickets for this year’s festival, hosted by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce, are now on sale. At www.merrickchamber.org, guests can purchase carnival tickets for a reduced price of $30 — on the days of the festival, tickets will be $35. Individual ride sales will also be available at the ticket booth daily. As always, general admission to browse the hundreds of local vendors’ booths is free. “We’re very excited about it,” said Julie Marchesella, a past president of both the Merrick Chamber and the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce. “The best value is to purchase [tickets] online.” The loss of the festival last year was a blow to the chamber, which relies on the revenues generated to fund its holiday lights program, as well as other community initiatives. Without the influx of funding, the chamber had to rely on its reserve funds to ensure those programs lived on last year. Now, according to Chamber President Ira Reiter, the festival will be back bigger

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Race for legislator heats up in District 13 Affairs of hundreds of applications for new licenses and thousands of license renewals. This prevents businesses from employing workers and generating badly needed income. I will continue to ensure that the backlog is resolved.

By Laura Lane llane@liherald.com

Two East Meadow residents would like to lead the Nassau County Legislature’s District 13. Incumbent Tom McKevitt has been a legislator since 2017 but he has other government experience having served as a New York state assemblyman for 11 years prior. Challenger Eileen Napolitano does not have political experience but she is involved in the community where she serves as, an East Meadow School Board trustee. Both are passionate about serving the residents in the district. Election Day is less than a month away. We asked the candidates a few questions to help voters make their decision when they go to the polls on Nov. 2.

napolitano: Better contract vetting, making sure we are not overpaying for services, repairs etc. Also, leasing out countyowned vacant buildings and land that can bring revenue and put them back on the tax roll increases revenue that can be passed down to the taxpayer.

Tom McKevitt Incumbent

Eileen Napolitano Challenger

Herald: as the economy emerges after Covid, what type of long-term planning would you introduce that would benefit your district?

age: 50

age: 59

Hometown: East Meadow

Party affiliation: Republican

Party affiliation: Democrat

Tom McKevitt: With one in six businesses no longer operating due to Covid, it is important to revitalize our economy and our downtowns. I voted in favor of allocating millions of dollars from federal funds to assist small businesses with grants and loans to assist them with the severe consequences from the coronavirus pandemic. I am the co-chair of an infrastructureworking group for the development of the Nassau Coliseum property. It is important because it will provide economic development in the area and housing for our next generation. The Nassau University Medical Center’s survival is important because it serves an important healthcare need for underserved communities, and is also a Level One Trauma Center providing care for those critically injured. This institution also employs over 3,000 workers who shop at local businesses and utilize services. I have been and continue to fully support NUMC to continue to operate. I have been advocating for American Rescue Plan Act funds to be utilized, which will allow the hospital to improve carrying out its mission.

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eileen napolitano: As per the Nassau

County Comptroller, we have a surplus of tax revenue. I believe a portion of that should be earmarked for businesses needing assistance recovering from the pandemic. Getting business back up and working puts employees, who are usually local residents, back to work. This has a cyclical effect. As more individuals get back to full-time work, more money is used in the community.

Herald: What are the two most important issues that need addressing in the Legislature that are relevant to your district? McKevitt: I will continue to ensure that our police and first responders are adequately funded so they can carry out their

missions. Providing for public safety also includes addressing the opioid crises, which we were making much progress on until Covid. The county has recently received hundreds of millions of dollars from settlements with opioid manufactures and distributors. I supported and voted for a dedicated fund of these monies to be earmarked for fighting this crisis. I have also sponsored numerous successful drug take-back programs as well as Narcan trainings, which enables all citizens to combat this problem. Providing for a full county workforce to provide services for our residents is essential. There is no regular schedule to maintain storm basins and various county properties due to staff shortages. It has recently been discovered that there is a backlog in the Department of Consumer

Herald: What is the best way to address the high property taxes that are causing young people to leave Long Island? McKevitt: We must continue to hold the

line on property taxes. As a New York State Assemblyman, I was an early supporter of, and voted in favor of the tax cap, which has significantly reduced how much our property taxes would have increased. This past year I voted in favor of a “special revenue fund” that would require a portion of surplus county money to be directed to pay hundreds of millions of dollars of judgments owed to homeowners and businesses for property tax refunds. These moneys should have been paid back a long time ago and the payments should be made as soon as practical, not only to make these taxpayers whole, but also to limit the amount of interest that is accumulating at county taxpayer expense.

napolitano: With the property assessment

program unfrozen, residents are paying their fair share, which reduces the amount of grievances and refunds that historically has impacted the county’s finances. There are many applications available to homeowners for additional tax breaks, including the Enhanced Star Program for individuals 65 and over. In addition, there is a Veterans Real Tax Property Exemption program. This information is not readily available and should be targeted through the legislator’s office to inform those that live in that district.

Students selected to NYSSMA Ensembles Several students across the BellmoreMerrick Central High School District were selected as participants or alternates for the 2021 New York State School Music Association All-State Music Festival. The following students have been selected to participate in Rochester this December: Sanford H. Calhoun High School student Bryce Gould Anderson (Symphonic Band -bass clarinet); Wellington C. Mepham High School student Victoria O’Shea (Mixed Chorus – Soprano 2); and John F. Kennedy High School students Jessica Blumberg (Symphonic Orchestra – violin), Melissa Blumberg (Symphonic

Band – clarinet), Gavin Chen (Symphonic Orchestra – violin), Massimo Marino (Symphonic Band – bassoon) and Chris Prainito (Symphonic Band – oboe and also a Alto Sax alternate). Additionally, Calhoun student Julianna Belbol was named as a Choir alternate, and Kennedy student Zohar Spiegel was named a bassoon alternate. “We are so incredibly proud of these students,” said Cheryl Fontana, district director of the fine & performing arts. “Acceptance to All-State is a true reflection not only of their work as high school students, but really of their entire musical career.” Compiled by Andrew Garcia

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Seven STudenTS Were honored at the Oct. 6 Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District Board of Education meeting.

Music carries on Viki Sorrentino’s legacy which provided a musical background for many of her lessons. Through hymns and songs, she helped her young students learn. “She loved to blow bubbles,” Niki added, noting her sister’s child-like personality. Ben Weiss was a 5-year-old piano student of Viki’s, and 21 years later, he remembers her fondly. “She was incredible,” Weiss, 26, said. “She was my first exposure to someone who wasn’t my father teaching me piano. The optimism is exactly what someone needs when taking piano lessons for the first time.” Every year, Weiss, who is Jewish, would perform alongside Sorrentino at St. Barnabas. “It was such a fun thing to look forward to,” he said. His family members joined him for the occasions. Weiss is now a substitute in the Broadway cast of “The Lion King,” and still plays lots of piano — classical, which Viki started him off with, and pop. Music connected the Sorrentino sisters as well. Niki recounted a landmark moment from their childhood, when Viki held a note on the piano and they both matched it vocally, which led to Niki’s first harmony. William Dione, the choir director at St. Barnabas, recalled Viki’s start at the church and her growth into a confident

adult. She began singing in the choir at 16, and became the cantor at 18. “She had a real gift,” Dione said. “A beautiful voice.” She was known for her rendition of “Pie Jesu,” which would bring congregants to tears, Dione said. A recording of Viki performing the song was played at her funeral at St. Barnabas. “A lot of people weren’t expecting it,” Dione said, “but people needed it to remember her by.” At the event on Sunday, a bench at the northeast intersection of Bedford Avenue and Delamore Way was dedicated in Sorrentino’s honor. It now displays her name. Dozens of friends and family were also in attendance. Following the dedication, there was a special show at the Loft at the Bellmore Playhouse. “A Journey to the Past” featured clips of Sorrentino’s most memorable musical moments, and performances by friends, including Weiss. Several area businesses donated goods for raffles and prizes. The first award given out by the Viki Sorrentino Foundation will be a grant to a music or music education student at LIU Post, where she attended college. An annual scholarship may be created, but the plans are still preliminary. Her sister said she hoped to make the fundraiser an annual tradition. “We want to help a person get their dream,” Niki said.

iT was an emotional event for Viki’s mother and sister, Rosemarie and Nicole Sorrentino.

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The bench aT the northeast intersection of Bedford Avenue and Delamore Way now displays Sorrentino’s name.

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changed due to Covid. Hosts Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper will discuss the holistic admissions review process and focus on the greater consideration admissions officers are giving to extracurricular activities as most students will have had a year and a quarter or more of grades earned during remote/ hybrid learning which will carry less weight when applications are reviewed. Please register in advance at merricklibrary.org. A Zoom link will be sent out prior to the event. Zoom event will take place from 7 to 8 p.m.

Merrick Street Festival The Merrick Chamber of Commerce will hold their Fall Festival, starting Friday evening at 6 throuhg 11 p.m. for rides only. Come out and support the Chamber at the Merrick Railroad Station, located at Sunrise Highway and Merrick Avenue. For more information, please visit https://business.merrickchamber. org/events/details/fall-festival-559.

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The Merrick Chamber of Commerce will hold their Fall Festival. Carnival will take place from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and vendors will be out from 10 a.m to 6 p.m. Come out and support the Chamber and local businesses at the Merrick Railroad Station, located at Sunrise Highway and Merrick Avenue. For more information, please visit https://business.merrickchamber.org/ events/details/fall-festival-559.

Bellmore Chamber Annual Halloween Parade The Bellmore Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treating for the community. Spooky music will echo down the street as we trick-or-treat. All participating merchants will display “Mr. Pumpkin” in their window. The Chamber will have a Halloween backdrop set up at the end of the parade for parents to take pictures. Parade will assemble in front of Bellmore Movies at 11:45 a.m, and conclude at 1 p.m. Please contact info@bellmorechamber.com for additional information or with questions.

Shed the Meds at Brookside School Stop by Brookside School on Meadowbrook Road in North Merrick from 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. for a “Shed the Meds” event. This is a safe way to dispose of unused or unwanted medications. It is asked that all medications are kept in their original containers. Names should be blocked out for anonymity. Please do not cross out medication names. Ilegal drugs can be

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Birch kindergarteners build shade structures During their science unit on weather, students in Cara Hardecker’s kindergarten class at Birch Elementary School in the Merrick Union Free School District used what they learned in class to design shade structures to be protected from the sun. “Students followed the steps of the engineering design process to plan out their ideas, build and create their designs,” explained Hardecker. “They then excitedly tested their shade structures outside in the sunshine.”

dropped off anonymously. Sharps and syringes will also be collected. This is a school/community sponsored event. Please contact wtepfer@bellmoremerrick.k12.ny.us with any questions. Event is slated to take place outdoors rain date will be on Oct. 30.

Sunday, Oct. 24 Merrick Street Festival The Merrick Chamber of Commerce will hold their Fall Festival. Carnival will take place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and vendors will be out from 10 a.m to 6 p.m. Come out and support the Chamber and local businesses at the Merrick

Railroad Station, located at Sunrise Highway and Merrick Avenue. For more information, please visit https://business.merrickchamber.org/events/ details/fall-festival-559.

Monday, Oct. 25 Meet the Candidates Night The South Merrick Community Civic Association will be hosting its Annual “Meet the Candidates Night” from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Merrick Golf Clubhouse, located at 2550B Clubhouse Road, Merrick. The Bellmore Civic Association and North & Central Merrick Civic

Association will be joining. Candidates for County Executive, Town Supervisor, District Attorney, County Comptroller, County Clerk and County Legislature are expected to attend. All residents are welcome. Any questions, please call Joe Baker at 978-8310.

Tuesday, Oct. 26 Navigating College Admissions Successfully and the Importance of Community Service (Virtual) The Merrick Library is hosting a virtual event for high schoolers and their parents. It will inform families on how the college admissions process has

Visit the Bellmore Memorial Library for an evening of chess. Beginners and advanced players are welcome. This event is intended for ages 5 through 12. Effective July 27, all Bellmore Memorial Library patrons 2 and older must wear a mask inside of the library, regardless of vaccination status. This event will take place from 7 to 8 p.m in the community room of the library. Please register in advance by visiting http:// www.bellmorelibrary.org/. Any additional questions, please contact the Children’s Department at childrens@ bellmorelibrary.org.

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Area libraries will host Halloween Festivites at the end of this month. Calhoun High School’s Homecoming Football game is this Saturday, Oct. 23. The Bellmore-Merrick EMS will be hosting a “Boo Bash” from 12 to 3 p.m. on Oct. 31 at headquarters. JFK High School’s Student Government will have a Halloween Party on Oct. 29 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Merrick Avenue was recently repaved, as part of a County Capital project secured by area legislators.

ON THE STAGE By Karen Bloom kbloom@liherald.com

The South Shore Symphony’s long pandemic hiatus is over. The popular local orchestra is back on stage and eager to welcome audiences. The South Shore Symphony returns to the Madison Theatre at Molloy College for a season of special performances celebrating its return to live performance. The 2021-22 season marks its 30th season in Rockville Centre. The first concert, on Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m., features Paul Hindemith’s “Mathis der Mahler,” Aaron Copland’s “Music for the Movies” and Darius Milhaud’s “le Boeuf sur le toit.” The Copland work is a suite of music he wrote for movies with hints of his later famous composition, “Appalachian Spring.” The Milhaud was designed to be music for silent film star Charlie Chaplin, but this composition with a Brazilian dance flavor later morphed into a ballet in 1920. Hindemith wrote this symphony in 1934 while working on his opera of the same name. These 20th century works are exciting for both the orchestra and audience alike. Acclaimed pianist effrey Biegel is the featured performer at the orchestra’s second performance on Saturday, Dec. 4. The program includes Leroy Anderson’s Piano “Concerto in C” and Dick Tunney’s “Peanuts Concerto.” The orchestra will also perform George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris.” This concert highlights the genius of American composers. The Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts is underwriting and sponsoring these two performances and is offering the tickets for free with a suggested donation of $20 at the door. Tickets are available at the Madison Theatre

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Ground broken on monument for veterans Afghanistan, Iraq veterans’ memorial coming to Eisenhower Park by RobeRt tRaveRso rtraverso@liherald.com

The construction of a monument dedicated to veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars was announced by the Nassau County Veterans Service Agency, local veterans and Nassau County Executive Laura Curran on Oct. 8, who broke ground at the site of the monument on the 20-year anniversary of the deployment of U.S. troops to Afghanistan. The monument, “a new war memorial to commemorate the military members that bravely served our Country in Afghanistan and Iraq,” is being designed, installed, and fundraised for by the Nassau County Council Veterans of Foreign Wars in partnership with the county, according to a statement released by Curran’s office. Maia Fernandez, a 23-yearold from Franklin Square, created a rendering of the design of the veteran’s monument. Located at Veterans Memorial Park in Eisenhower Park, the Afghanistan-Iraq wars monument will be the first on Long Island and one of the first across the state dedicated to the veterans who served in the modern conflicts in the Middle East.

“We are excited to have the assistance from our community to properly respect and honor our veterans in building this monument, which we feel was overdue,” said Heroes Among Us founder Virginia Cervasio. Over 2.5 million Americans have served in both the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and over 7,000 U.S. servicemembers died serving in those wars. In addition, the monument will serve as a tribute to the 30,000 veterans who have died by suicide since the attacks of September 11, 2001. “This monument is a tribute to our Afghanistan and Iraq Veterans, and this will be another way for us to engage with our fellow Vets and get them involved,” said Christian Peterkin, commander for the Nassau County Council Veterans of Foreign Wars. The monument will commemorate all veterans who served in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. “Over the past twenty years millions of men and woman have volunteered to serve our great nation and protect our freedoms -- many of whom did not make it home,” Curran said. “All those Americans deserve our deepest gratitude and recognition for their service to our Country.”

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Two-time defending conference champion Mepham may have to let another girls’ volleyball team get a turn atop the final league standings. But second-year Pirates coach Tom Wildeman said that such a team might want to enjoy the moment, as Mepham – No. 2 in Conference A/C3 behind firstplace nemesis Valley Stream North – may yet have the final word should the rivals rendezvous in the playoffs. In two matches a month apart – Sept. 13 and Oct. 13 – the Pirates (8-2) ran up against the firewall that is VSN (9-1 A/C3), losing 3-0 and 3-1, respectively, to the supercharged Spartans. Between those bookend blemishes Mepham mowed through everything in its path – winning 24 out of 27 sets in compiling eight straight victories. “I’ll give (VSN) credit; they’re solid,” said Wildeman, whose team at Herald press time had three regular-season games remaining. “Our matches were pretty tight, though. I think we can contend with them in the postseason. Our chemistry keeps getting better. Our play keeps improving.” Not much improvement is needed in the play of Pirates middle hitter Lauren Borquin. The Honorable Mention AllCounty captain is third in Nassau with 51 blocks, while fellow senior Alanna Morse – Newsday’s reigning Nassau Player of the Year in softball – has adapted her All-County hot corner skills to post 21 blocks (fourth in A/C3) for Mepham. “Lauren’s our team leader,” Wildeman said. “The girls look up to her and revolve around her. Alanna’s probably the best athlete on the team, maybe the whole school. She does it all, plays middle, back row, and is a good server.” Rising to replace graduated All-County outside hitter Samantha Green, junior Emily Sullivan is fourth in A/C3 with 98 kills, while Green’s sister Sophia – a second year-starting sophomore – leads Mepham with 33 aces. “Emily has the potential to lead the county in kills,” Wildeman said of the outside hitter whose 20 kills against visiting East Rockaway Oct. 1 were a season high. “She’s a stud at outside hitter, and she has a whole year to get better. Sophia’s young but plays like a

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senior. Her serve gives teams a lot of trouble.” No less troublesome for Pirates opponents is junior libero Victoria Condoulis, whose 181 digs are tops in the conference and sixth in Nassau. “Victoria covers lots of ground,” Wildeman said. “She can read where a hitter’s going to hit, and puts up incredible passes.” Surely undervalued at the season’s outset, first-year starter Madsion Weber has had scant growing pains moving up from Mepham’s JV. The junior setter ranks sec-

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It’s not every day that yellow shirts are the predominant fashion choice at school, but on Sept. 30, students in the North Bellmore School District were united in the fight against pediatric cancer by making a statement with their wardrobes. The district hosted its annual Go Gold Day on the final day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Students and staff incorporated gold, yellow and neon green into their outfits in many different ways.

Many children had gold shoelaces and beaded necklaces to show their support for the cause. Others wore shirts with messages like “Be Bold, Go Gold” and “In September, We Wear Gold.” North Bellmore teachers also made donations to Solving Kids Cancer, which focuses on the development of new treatments for aggressive childhood cancers. Compiled by Andrew Garcia

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Local to play in international soccer games Continued from front page distribute the ball. “She’s a very humble person, not big on showing off,” DeFilippo added. “She’s deceivingly aggressive — very strong. She helps us on both sides of the field, offensively and defensively.” Sivin said that playing for Kennedy has been great thus far. “I enjoy the team a lot, being on a team with my friends from school,” she said. “It’s different from the club team. I enjoy going to practice every day — even though it is every day.” Last season, which was shortened significantly by the pandemic, team members weren’t able to bond and form relationships off the field, she said. But this year has been different. “We get to do things outside of soccer, isabelle sivin like go out to dinner,” Sivin said. “… It’s more fun, and we all get JFK sophomore along better because we see each other outside of school.” “Our chemistry this year has been wonderful,” DeFilippo said. “This group of girls has meshed right away. All the extra team bonding activities — the after-game dinners, even just being able to sit next to people on the bus — that wasn’t possible last year.” Outside school, Sivin also plays for the East MeadowFarmingdale Soccer Club, which at one point was two separate teams, but recently joined forces in the interest of player development. Her team competes in the Elite Club Regional League, a highly competitive league that has regular-season games across the Northeast and tour-

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a talented midfielder, Sivin was one of only 24 girls selected from across the country. naments as far afield as Virginia and Florida. There are two practices a week and games every weekend. Sivin recalled that when she was young, her parents signed her up for soccer, and she has stuck with it ever since. She said she also plans to play lacrosse for Kennedy in the spring. In the future, she said, she’s not sure whether she’ll continue playing soccer. “I’ve considered playing in college, but I still have a lot to think about,” she said. “It depends on what schools I get into and what I want to be when I’m older. I have reasons why I want to be a few

things, but nothing really specific [yet].” The Kennedy squad had a regular-season record of 2 wins, 7 losses and 4 ties, and DeFilippo said the players were looking forward to the playoffs. She added that she was excited to see her play as an upperclassman. “We had a conversation with her in the beginning of the season [about] how this year was going to be her year to shine,” DeFilippo said. “She’s got two goals on the board — and seeing the opportunity she’s going to have [at the Maccabi Games], we’re definitely looking forward to seeing what she’ll bring next year.”

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BELLMORE HERALD — October 21, 2021

October 21, 2021 — BELLMORE HERALD

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iNvestors BaNK represeNatives Jonathan Gross, (left), Paul VonBevern, Cara Ganshaw, Amanda Seppi, Michael Billia, with Herald Community Newspapers publisher Stuart Richner and head of New Business Development, Special Projects & Events Management Lori Pedone, and Investors Bank officials Sean Luiso and James Ladolce at the gala.

Annual gala recognizes top lawyers, firms By Kate NalepiNsKi knalepinski@liherald.com

Esteemed lawyers from across Long Island were celebrated at the Heritage Club at Bethpage on Oct. 5 for the second Annual Top Lawyers of Long Island awards gala. The event, which began at 6 p.m., was organized by RichnerLIVE, the events division of Richner Communications, and Herald Community Newspapers. Amy Amato, Executive Director of Corporate Relations and Events of Richner Communications and RichnerLIVE welcomed nearly 200 guests and expressed the importance of being able to celebrate the award winners’ accomplishments in person. Awards were distributed for Jim Green/Herald lawyers’ successes in a variety of practices, including bankruptcy, WaBC-tv reporter KristiN Thorne with estates and trusts, business and Honoree Hon. John M. Czgyier, Jr. of Lewis Johs commercial litigation, criminal, Avallone Aviles, LLP. cybersecurity, divorce mediation, person after a long time of not having any elder law, education, emerging companies and venture capital, environ- events.” Nixon Peabody LLP was one of mental, franchise law, government rela- event sponsors. Elizabeth Siegel, an associate with Prostions, taxes, real estate and much more. “During the past year, we certainly kauer Rose LLP, was selected as this year’s needed the best legal minds at work more Rising Star, while Deborah Aviles, of than ever, as we dealt with novel issues, Lewis Jons Avallone Aviles, LLP, obtained such as vaccination requirements in the the Lifetime Achievement award. Aviles is an equity partner and senior workplace, new federal funding programs, work-from-home arrangements and much trial attorney with Lewis Jons Avallone more,” Herald Community Newspapers Aviles, LLP, known for fighting claims of CEO Stuart Richner said at the event. medical malpractice. A former member of “This evening is a real celebration, as we the Supreme Court Committee, Judicial recognize many of Long Island’s best and Screening Committee and more, she brightest legal professionals who have helped found the Alexander Hamilton Inns achieved excellence in their area of prac- of Court for Suffolk County. “I’ve been in practice 40 years,” Avlies tice and given back to their communities.” Outstanding pro-bono projects and top said. “This is not an award for me – this is legal firms based on size also received rec- an award for all the people I’ve worked ognition. Michael Schnipper of Nixon Pea- with other the years, my staff, my colbody, LLP, said that receiving one of three leagues – they make me look good.” Plenty of specialty drinks and appetiztop legal firm awards was an honor. “We are grateful to the Herald for hon- ers were served during the two-hour cockoring us,” Schnipper said. “It’s so great to tail hour, where many legal representabe recognized, and it’s great to be back in tives mingled outside under the stars.

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Joseph Bruha of Grassi Advisors & Accountants hosted a table during cocktail hour. “It’s great to be back at a live event and to see everybody face-to-face,” Joseph Bruha, Marketing Senior Manager at Grassi Advisors & Accountants said. “We work very closely with the legal community, on everything from valuations to litigation support to trust and estate work. For us, it’s very important to be at an event like this and show the love.” Lisa Rispoli, partner and trust and estate services leader with Grassi, said she was grateful to interact with her potential clients and to applaud them for their successes at the gala. Rispoli, who completes litigation support and estate and trust administration services for attorneys, said Grassi has a good reputation in the community, especially within the courts.“We do a lot of networking and we have a lot of good relationships with the attorneys – they know we have their back,” Rispoli said, “and that’s our job.” Law professionals then migrated to the dining room, where WABC-TV reporter Kristin Thorne distributed the awards

during dinner and dessert. “This is an incredible gathering of Long Island’s top attorneys, and we are thrilled to be part of such a special night honoring them,” said Michael Billia, Investors Bank Senior Vice President Long Island Market. “We are very happy to be here, in person, celebrating the awards everyone is receiving and thanking them for the work they do.” The event was sponsored by: Investors Bank, Grassi Advisors & Accountants, Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP, Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP, Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP, Ruskin Moscou and Faltischek, Quatela Chimeri PLLC, D’Angelo Law Associates, P.C, Campolo, Middleton & McCormick, LLP, Nassau University Medical Center, Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C., Nixon Peabody, Real Estate Homes and PrintEarly.com. Visit http://www.richnerlive.com/ toplawyerawards/to view more pictures and a complete list of honorees.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 66-2021 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held October 5, 2021, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 66-2021, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 66-2021, amending Section 197-5 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include “ARTERIAL STOPS” at various locations. Dated: October 5, 2021 BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD Hempstead, New York OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. KATE MURRAY Supervisor Town Clerk 128025

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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 Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 10/27/21 at 9:30 A.M. & 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals in Bellmore: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 604/21. 606/21. BELLMORE - Karen & Michael Morea, Variance, lot area occupied, construct 1-story addition & handicap ramp, both attached to dwelling; Special exception to maintain shed exceeding horizontal maximum with lot area occupied variance; Variances, lot area occupied, front yard average setback, side yard, maintain carport attached to dwelling., N/s Oswego St. 65’ W/o Cayuga Ave., a/k/a 2795 Oswego St. N.C.P.C. Local determination. THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 P.M.

619/21. 621/21. BELLMORE - Patricia Dubanos, Variance, rear yard occupied, maintain pool; Variances, lot area occupied, front yard setback on Argyle Pl., side yard, rear yard, maintain rear deck attached to dwelling; Variance, lot area occupied, maintain lower deck attached to dwelling., N/E cor. Argyle Pl. & Hicks St., a/k/a 2315 Argyle Pl. N.C.P.C. Local determination. 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 Bellmore 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 a t https://hempsteadny.gov/ hearings/106-hearing-1027-2021 The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ board-of-appeals/livestreaming-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. 128013 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU BNB BANK, formerly known as THE BRIDGEHAMPTON NATIONAL BANK successor by merger with FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF NEW YORK, successor in interest to MADISON NATIONAL BANK, Plaintiff -against- BARRY DAVID COHEN A/K/A BARRY COHEN; JILL DONNA COHEN A/K/A JILL D. COHEN A/K/A JILL COHEN, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated March 18, 2019 and entered on March 19, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on November 8, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in Bellmore, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at point on the Southerly side of Rebecca Street, distant 317.59 feet Easterly from the extreme end of an arc of a curve connecting the

Southerly side of Rebecca Street with the Easterly side of Judith Drive; being a plot 60.00 feet by 100.00 feet by 60.00 feet by 100.00 feet. Section: 63 Block: 337 Lot: 6 All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 2654 REBECCA STREET, BELLMORE, NY Approximate amount of lien $607,993.91 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. This foreclosure sale is subject to a first mortgage in an unknown principal amount. Index Number 16-008771 DAVID W. GRABER, ESQ., Referee CULLEN AND DYKMAN LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 44 WALL STREET, New York, NY 10005 {* BELLMORE L*} 127694

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LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO. 21527 RESOLUTION NO. 1207-2021 Adopted: October 5, 2021 Councilman Muscarella offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND SETTING ASIDE CERTAIN PARKING SPACES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE SOLE USE OF HOLDERS OF SPECIAL PARKING PERMITS ISSUED BY THE COUNTY OF NASSAU TO PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS. WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 1203-2021, adopted September 23, 2021, a public hearing was duly held on the 5th day of October, 2021, at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the proposed establishment and setting aside of a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons, in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, all as set forth in said resolution; and

WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Town Board finds it to be in the public interest to establish and set aside a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, the following parking spaces be and the same hereby is set aside for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons: BELLEROSE TERRACE 245th STREET - west side, starting at a point 170 feet north of the north curbline of Superior Road, north for a distance of 17 feet. (TH-361/21) BELLMORE MARGARET STREET west side, starting at a point 212 feet south of the south curbline of Merrick Road, south for a distance of 22 feet. (TH-397/21) EAST ATLANTIC BEACH ROCHESTER AVENUE west side, starting at a point 90 feet north of the roadway terminus, north for a distance of 19 feet. (TH-384/21) ELMONT LEHRER AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 205 feet south of the south curbline of Hempstead Turnpike, south for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-353/21) HILL AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 232 feet south of the south curbline of Kiefer Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-391/21)

Radio stations raise money for breast cancer patients By AnnemArie Durkin adurkin@liherald.com

Long Island’s leading female focused radio stations, WALK 97.5 and KJOY 98.3, along with the entire Connoisseur Media Long Island broadcast cluster are hosting the 22nd annual Radio For A Cure breast cancer awareness campaign to lead the conversation about breast cancer on Long Island. The radio stations are presenting the month-long multi-platform awareness campaign with the goal of educating Long Islanders about the fight against breast cancer. Breast cancer scientists, physicians, advocates and survivors are among the speakers in three individual conversations to provide meaningful content for all people touched by the disease. “We want to lead useful and actionable conversations about breast cancer on Long Island,” David Bevins, Connoisseur Media of Long Island’s general manager said. “There is such a high rate of diagnosis here and we feel it’s part of our responsibility to deliver quality content surrounding issues that touch the lives of so many of our listeners.” These exclusive panels are designed to highlight groundbreaking studies and community collaboration that’s happening on Long Island. On Oct. 13, Anna Zap, from “The Anna & Raven Show” on WALK 97.5 lead the conversation about “Breast Cancer in the Time of COVID,” offering perspective about navigating diagnosis and treatment through a global health emergency. KJOY 98.3’s Jamie Morris will host “Health Insurance: 101” on Oct 21 at 7 p.m. to help attendees advance their healthcare literacy and maximize coverage from their health insurance company. Headlined by WALK 97.5’s afternoon host, Christina Kay, the “Treatment & Resources” discussion on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. will discuss studies from Cold Spring Harbor Labs who are developing a vaccine for genetically based breast cancers, as well as a treatment to stop hormone-based metastatic breast cancers from spreading to the lungs. “We wanted to do more than just turn our logos pink,” Jon Daniels, Program Director for both KJOY 98.3 and WHLI 104.7 FM/1100AM said. “We have made so many advancements in the fight against breast cancer; it’s time to use our privilege as broadcasters to gather experts to have

FLORAL PARK ONTARIO ROAD - south side, starting at a point 63 feet east of the east curbline Of 239th Street, east for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-383/21) MERRICK ORR STREET - west side, starting at a point 9 feet north of the roadway terminus, north for a distance of 25 feet.

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The enTire monTh of October, Dirty Taco and Tequila in Rockville Centre is offering a $5 “pink” taco to raise money for breast cancer research and prevention. Ten percent of the proceeds will be donated to the New York Cancer Foundation. these important conversations.” Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States; only beat by some kinds of skin cancer. About 1 in 8 U.S. women, or 13 percent, will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime and about 43,600 women in the U.S. are expected to die in 2021 from breast cancer. In addition to panel discussions, Radio for a Cure is hosting a number of fundraisers at local businesses, to raise money for the New York Cancer Foundation, an organization that helps relieve the financial stresses experienced by cancer patients undergoing treatment. Earlier this month, two local businesses, White House Home and Design in Malverne and Charles Krypell Fine Jewelers in Greenvale, hosted “Sip and Shop” events as part of the fundraising for the Cancer Foundation. 50 percent of the proceeds from each event was donated to the New York Cancer Foundation. All month long, Dirty Taco and Tequila, located at 201 Sunrise Highway in Rockville Centre, is offering $5 pink tacos as part of the campaign; featuring a crunchy pink shell, ground beef, lettuce, tomato and pink, beet-infused sour cream. For each taco sold, 10 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the cause. Additionally, Costello’s Ace in Bellmore is selling a special pink tote bag in store on Oct. 23 and 24. Those who wish to participate can buy the tote bag for $5 and save 20 percent on almost everything that fits inside the bag at Ace.

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UNIONDALE BARRY PLACE - west side, starting at a point 100 feet north of the north curbline of New Street, north for a distance 23 feet.

(TH-357/21) ; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once a newspaper having a general circulation in the

Town of Hempstead, and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and posting. The foregoing resolution was seconded by Senior Councilwoman

Goosby and adopted upon roll call as follows: AYES: SEVEN (7) NOES: NONE (0) 128024

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AUTO MECHANIC TECHNICIAN WANTED

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Teacher Assistants

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Substitute Teachers

New York State Inspection a Must

Permanent & Per Diem Appropriate NYS Certification Required

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Franklin Square UFSD has the following positions available: part time SUbStitUte cleanerS neeDeD

Part-Time Cleaner Various Shifts

4 Clubside Dr, BA, Renovated 3 BR, 3.5 Bth Townhouse in Cedar Glen. Updtd Gran/Wood EIK & Bths. HW Flrs. Fin Lower Level. Att Gar. Community Pool & Tennis. Near All. SD#14 .............. REDUCED! $649,000

if interested, please contact and email resume to our personnel Office at

Email or mail copy of resume to:

jcentrella@franklinsquare.k12.ny.us

516-481-4100 ext. 3630

Franklin Square UFSD c SchOOl BUS DrIverS WanteD Must Have B License With PS Endorsement And NYS Fingerprints Required. Guaranteed 6 Hours/Day. 10 Month Position. Offering Benefits, Retirement Fund And Holiday Pay. $25.35/Hour With Contractual Increases.

Grant Funded Positions ENL Teacher • Social Studies Teacher (7-12) • School Counselor (HS) Social Worker (Elem) • Teaching Assistants (Elem) NYS Certification Required

Please apply online by Oct 30th at https://monticelloschools.tedk12.com/hire

EOE

Monticello Central School

The Monticello CSD is seeking the following Special Education Teaching Positions. Biology Teacher (7-12) • English Teacher (7-12)

NYS Certification Required

Please apply online by Oct 30th at https://monticelloschools.tedk12.com/hire

STARTING SAlARIES Big Bus Van Non-Benefit Rate

$23.41/hr.

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EDUcATIoNAl BUS TRANSpoRTATIoN 516.454.2300 EMPLOYMENT Help Wanted ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FT

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Administrative Assistant For Cedarhurst Law Office

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COMPANION With Elderly

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CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE Full or Part Time Richner Communications, a multi-media company based in Garden City, has an excellent opportunity for a customer service associate in our mailing and circulation department. Responsibilities include, computer input, data maintenance, customer service-phones and emails, and general office functions. Strong knowledge of Excel required. Knowledge of database maintenance and postal regulations a plus. Qualified candidates must be computer literate, dependable, organized, energetic, detail orientated and able to work well under deadlines. Please send Resume and Salary requirements to:

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Leave Replacements Mathematics Teacher (7-12)

NEW

MEDICAL SECRETARY/ ASSISTANT PT/ FT: Garden City. Responsible, Reliable. Good Salary. Computer/ Website Management/ Experience Helpful. Call 516-739-0333: Fax 516-739-0344

MERRICK BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM seeking mature individuals to supervise elementary school aged children from 2:45 pm to 5:00 or 6:00 pm weekdays. Experience helpful. If interested email merr ickbasp@aol.com or call (516)379-4245. Multiple IT Positions: Software Developer needed to design, develop, and maintain software solutions and applications. Programmer Analysts needed to conduct requirements identification, plan, develop, test and document programs. DevOps Engineer needed to create Automation frameworks and Automation suites for various large scale web applications using Java and Python, Selenium WebDriver, Selenium Grid in AWS Cloud. Functional Software Analysts needed to conduct development, testing source code, and validation for the health-industry specific project. Positions based in Hicksville, NY, but require travel/relocation to unanticipated locations throughout U.S. Email resume to sridhar@mahimasoft.com, Srivin Infosystems, Inc. dba Mahima Soft, 76 N Broadway, Ste. 2007, Hicksville, NY 11801. No walk-ins.

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40 Heron Dr, BA, 10,000 Sq Ft Waterfront Property on an Acre of Parklike Grounds Tucked away in Cul de Sac. 5 BR, 5.5 Bth Contemporary. Soaring Ceilings. IGPl, Hot Tub. 285' Vinyl Bulkhead Raised & Redone Dock. 3 Car Garage.......................................................................REDUCED! $3,499,000 1534 Broadway #103, BA, BRAND NEW GUT RENOVATION! Spacious 2 BR, 2 Bth Condo in Luxurious Jonathan Hall. LR/DR Opens Into Large Gran/Wood EIK, Island & Stainless Steel Appl. Laundry Rm, Pantry. Mstr Ste Boasts New Bath & Huge Walk in Closet. Terrace Facing into Courtyard. Doorman Bldg, Elevator. Indoor Garage Pkg, Storage ................... $850,000 395 Serena Rd, BA, 5 BR, 2 Bth Col on O/S Property. Updtd EIKs. 3 BR Main Level, 2 Upstairs with OSE. SD#14. Possible M/D with Proper Permits. Near All ......................................................... REDUCED! $749,000 1610 Hilary Ct, BA, Beautifully Gut Renovated 4600 Sq Ft Colonial in Cul de Sac. 5 BR, 3.5 Bth, Full FBsmt, 2 Car Att Gar. SD#20. Tax Grievance Filed .......................................................................... REDUCED! $1,225,000

CEDARHURST

WATERFRONT LAND for sale! Great Opportunity to Build Dream Home. Permits Required.SD#15 ................................................................ $399,000

VALLEY STREAM

Grant Funded Positions • Clients • m-Clients • Malverne • 42194 Malverne Richner Communications jcentrella@franklinsquare.k12.ny.us Biology Teacher 7-12) • ELA Teacher ( 7-12) • Mathematics Teacher (7-12) 3.125x 3" Richner Communications Social Studies Teacher (7-12) • Spanish Teacher (MS & HS) Pg 2 Cleaners

IVERS BUS DR TED WAN DoN’T MISS The Bus!

22 Clubside Dr, BA, NEW! Move Right Into This Renovated 3 BR, Updated 3.5 Bth Townhouse in Cedar Glen with Open Layout. Updtd Gran/Wood EIK with Island Opening into FDR & Spacious Living Room. Sliding Doors to Priv Deck. Lower Level Family Room. Att Gar, Community Pool & Tennis. Near All ............................................................................................ $729,000

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Middle Level CTE Teacher NYS Certification in Business, Family & Consumer Science or Health Science Required Dance Teacher (HS) Living Environment/General Science Teacher (MS) Mathematics Teacher (7-12) • World Language Teacher School Counselor (Elem)

Special Education Openings

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Monticello Central School

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Immediate Openings

Malverne Union Free School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If interested, please contact and email resume to our Personnel Office at

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$16.00/Hour.

dlawlor@malverneschools.org Human Resources, Administration Building 301 Wicks Lane, Malverne, NY 11565

OPEN HOUSES 10/23/21 & 10/24/21 WOODMERE

Various Shifts As Needed $18.25/Hour Experience A Plus But Not Required.

Requirements: NYS Fingerprint Clearance

Ronnie Gerber 516-238-4299

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RECEPTIONIST PART TIME For Long Beach & Merrick Douglas Elliman Real Estate Off. Saturday & Sundays A MUST. Flexible For Both Locations. Call Carmela 516-432-3400. TOW TRUCK DRIVERS: FT/PT. Days, Evenings, Weekends. Experienced Only Apply. Call Sacha or Mike 718-291-2992

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Situations Wanted

Open Houses

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Looking For Work Part Time Starting Mid-November. Experienced. Rockville Centre Vicinity. Jacqueline 516-536-6994

4 CLUBSIDE Dr, BA, Renovated 3 BR,3.5 Bth Townhouse in Cedar Glen. Updtd Gran/Wood EIK & Bths. HW Flrs. Fin Lower Level. Att Gar.Community Pool & Tennis.Near All. SD#14...$649,000, Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299

Eldercare Needed

HEWLETT BA, 11610 Hilar y Ct, REDUCED! Beautifully Gut Renovated 4600 Sq Ft Colonial in Cul de Sac. 5 BR,3.5 Bth with Full FBsmt, 2 Car Att Gar. SD#20. Tax Grivance Filed.....$1,225,000 Ronnie Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299

HOME HEALTH AIDE Needed- Rockville Centre. Monday -Friday, 1pm-7pm, Assist Senior, Including Cooking Dinner. Vaccination Required. Call Hyacinth 516-476-8954.

VALLEY STREAM 10/23, 1-3,, 74 Gibson 1B, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Lovely 1 Bedroom Coop on First Floor. LR, DR, Kitchen & Bath. HW Flrs. Convenient to LIRR & Shops. SD#24...$199,000 Ronnie Gerber 516-238-4299

REAL ESTATE Real Estate 5 ACRES ONLY $59,900! Easy access Albany NY-Benn VT. Perfect for mini-farm. Build your home on the knoll overlooking this gorgeous 5-acre meadow! Raise animals, grow own vegetables, great views, southern exposure, surveyed. Owner financed. 802-447-0779 POMPANO BEACH, FL Condo–Emerald Tower, 2 bdrm+den, large balcony, direct ocean view, deeded beach. Totally remodeled, W/D in unit. $549,900 – Call Mike, Owner 954-257-2227

VALLEY STREAM RENTAL 155 Gibson Blvd, 3 BR, 1.5 Bth Apt on Main Floor of 2 Fam House. Updtd Kitchen & Baths. Large Fin Bsmt with Family Rm, Laundry Rm & Half Bth, OSE. Use of Backyard. Driveway Pkg.Near LIRR & Shops. SD#14...$3,500 Per Month Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-429

Apartments Wanted FRANKLIN SQUARE ONLY

Quiet 2 BR Apt. Wanted North of Hempstead Tpke. Call 516-488-5746

OFFICE HELP PART-TIME Medical Office, Diversified Duties 516 679-0281 PRIVATE DRIVER NEEDED

Weekly Hours Vary. Occasional Overnight Stay. Use Of Company Car. Background Check And DMV Check. Call For Details. Barbara 516-705-4804

REAL ESTATE SALESPERSONS WANTED

Open F/T & P/T Positions Experience Preferred Virtual Work Environment Make Money From Home Call For Confidential Interview 516-484-2999 RECEPTIONIST/ CLERICAL: 3 Days/ Week For Chiropractic Office In Valley Stream. Will Train. Call 516-791-6421

Karen Elefante Licensed RE Salesperson karen.elefante@compass.com 100 Merrick Rd, Suite 430W Rockville Centre, NY 11570 M: 516.398.5055 O: 516.703.3378 Karen Elefante is a real estate agent affiliated with Compass. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by equal housing opportunity laws.

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AigA MAzzAnobile

Rockville Centre

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516-764-2601

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55 Merrick Avenue, Merrick NY 11566

John Lawlor, CBR, SFR

NYS Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

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M: (516) 236-7269

Real Estate Salesperson, abR, SRS E: Rhonda.Healy.VW@gmail.com Verdeschi & Walsh Realty 1025 W. Beech St. | Long Beach, NY

Tiffany Balanoff Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Tiffany.Ballanoff@ellliman.com

Cell: 516-410-6671 Office: 516-669-3700 Douglas Ellliman Real Estate 304 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

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his beautiful home is ideally located on a quiet, double dead end block, which allows for plenty of room to play anywhere outdoors. The spacious interior includes a beautifully detailed living room featuring a wood burning fireplace with French Doors that open up to the peaceful front porch. The formal dining room leads you into a large open eat in kitchen with an open concept den for all to enjoy and relax. The Sliding doors open to a backyard that is perfect for entertaining and sports; and is fully fenced in. There are four truly spacious bedrooms including a primary room ensuite. The third floor and basement are finished with loads of closet, office, and play space. For more information contact Tiffany Balanoff, ABR, PSA, RENE, SRS at Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Rockville Centre. M 516-410-6671.

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CEMETERY PLOT FOR TWO For Sale: Pinelawn Cemetery. Garden Of Normandy North. Price Negotiable. 516-872-1508

LYNBROOK: 3-1/2 Rooms, Separate Entrance, New Appliances/ Rugs. Near All. $1750 Includes All. No Fee. 516-593-1689 or 516-887-1126

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If Your Plumbing STInkS

A. Do things once, the best way. A deck isn’t habitable, but a sunroom is, and a permit is required. Plans have to show structural support, energy and building code compliance. Rain, moisture and ice are your primary concerns.

Ask The Architect

You need the whole story without the sales part. Just like any purchase, issues you might onte eeper not expect are still important, like finding out what kind of oil to add to your snow blower before the engine seizes or that windows without factory tinting can allow ultra-violet sunlight rays to fade your carpet. As an architect for a largely popular sunroom manufacturer in the 1980s and ’90s, I experienced many issues with their construction.

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Q. I’m buying a sunroom for my breakfast room on the back of my split-level house, about 8 feet off the ground. I’m being told by the contractor that I need an architect and sealed plans. Since it’s basically a kit of parts that will go on my existing deck, why do I need this? It seems like a lot of extra expense the sunroom people didn’t tell me about. If I already have a permit for the deck, it should be allowed, right? I haven’t bought the sunroom yet. I’m just trying to be sure I know the whole story before I do this, probably by spring, when the weather is better for construction. Any advice would be helpful.

Pre-engineered panel systems are designed by the company, hopefully by engineers, and should come with plans, from the manufacturer, that can be sealed and signed by their in-house engineer. If not, plans may need to be drawn from scratch by an architect or engineer that you hire so those plans can be integrated with your house. Integrated means that the company generally just sells you a product and doesn’t necessarily give any indication of how to support the unit or how to attach the unit system to your house so that it won’t leak or move. This is the general failing of the system, since, as I experienced with most of the installations, the part I could detail was free of leaking or movement, but the units themselves leaked nearly every time. We could detail how the edges of the unit could be sealed and redundantly weather-stripped and flashed, but the frames around the glass and wall edges would unseal and leak. I even met with the corporate president/owner and identified the specific problems. Promises to correct leak issues were made but not kept, and eventually I gave up. I looked at a two-year-old system while discussing other work for a home recently. The owner described the back-and-forth misery he and his family were experiencing with their sunroom and the company. Even 25 years after I gave up, the same company is still doing things the same way. You need a detail-oriented architect and installer, even if you think you don’t. The cost of doing things twice is much greater. Good luck. © 2021 Monte Leeper Readers are encouraged to send questions to yourhousedr@aol.com, with “Herald question” in the subject line, or to Herald Homes, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, NY 11530, Attn: Monte Leeper, architect.

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follow the developments in the political world to keep myself up to date on the issues. Sadly, the more I read, the more I’m convinced that the American political system has been poisoned by aggressive partisan politics and legislative gridlock. Some of you will say that it’s been that way for a long time, but as a factual matter, today’s politics have reached an all-time low. I served in state government for 23 years. During that time, I was fortunate to have been a part JERRY of the legislative leadership. On KREMER countless occasions I would accompany the Democratic Assembly speaker to a meeting with the Republican State Senate majority leader. During those meetings, we would go over our legislative wish lists and agree on what legislation could be passed in both houses. When the meetings ended, we shook hands and moved forward on an agreed agenda.

There are so many things wrong with the American political system today that it’s hard to pick the worst examples. Congress is inhabited by a bunch of donothings. The Republican members have tied their fortunes to former President Donald Trump. They live in constant fear of antagonizing Trump, and of having him seek primary opponents to oust them. They have pretended to buy into the bogus claim that the election was stolen and promote the lie, even though they privately admit that the election was done fairly. The Democratic Party doesn’t deserve any accolades, either. A small group of progressives is torpedoing the programs of their own president and refusing to accept any compromise. President Biden’s Build Back Better proposal contains many programs that should be embraced by elected officials in both parties. Everyone knows that child care is critical for working mothers. The nation needs better-funded child care programs now. Biden has proposed that there be free tuition at community col-

leges. That could help many young people get a start toward a career. For the past 20-plus years, there has been an ongoing debate about allowing Medicare to negotiate lower prescription drug costs, and that idea should be a winner. But the drug company lobbyists have contributed heavily to the campaigns of many members of Congress, and this proposal will die in committee. I’ve been voting since age 18, and I never once heard anyone criticize the voting process. Some candidates have won or lost elections by a handful of votes, and they have accepted the results. For the first time ever, our voting system is being challenged by the former president, who refuses to accept the fact that he lost fair and square. At his suggestion, a number of states have been forced to do audits of the 2020 election results, and all of the audits show that the election was conducted honestly. Thanks to Trump’s campaign against the ballot process, dozens of hardworking election officials have gotten death threats.

he partisan poison in no way resembles my experience in the State Legislature.

The partisan poison has been responsible for making our health care system a red state-blue state battle. Most of the states headed by Republican governors have refused to encourage people to wear masks or get vaccinated. Emergency rooms in their states are at capacity and emergency surgical procedures have been denied to their residents. Every day there is a new story about families losing loved ones due to their failure to be vaccinated. Those tragedies could have been avoided if the system had not been politicized. The vitriol created by the former president has even found its way down to the local level. School board members have been verbally attacked over mask requirements and faced threats of physical harm. It is horrible to think that America’s political system has sunk this far. Maybe the voting public will awaken before it’s too late to stop the avalanche of partisan fighting. Let’s hope so. Jerry Kremer was a state 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.

Becoming the expert in your own disease

t’s the job nobody wants, but when you get a diagnosis of breast cancer, the job is yours. You must become the world’s expert in your own disease. Ten years ago, I discovered a small lump in my breast. As I wrote then, “You are driving down a road, all is well, the future looks untroubled and then suddenly the wheels fall off the car, your hair catches fire and you head over a cliff.” In retrospect, that seems a bit melodramatic, but it was how RANDI I felt. KREISS In a quick and disorienting process, I got the bad news, I had biopsies, a lumpectomy, radiation, and treatment for five years with an aromatase inhibitor, an estrogen inhibiting drug. You take a pill every day, and it suppresses the estrogen in your body when estrogen has been found to be the factor in your cancer. Every one of these steps, even 10 years ago, required personal decisions. One doctor asked if I wanted a mastectomy or a lumpectomy. Did I want six-week radiation, three-week radia-

tion or one-week radiation with a radioactive implant? Should I stay on the aromatase inhibitor for the basic five years or continue treatment? The second-most destabilizing and stressful part of having breast cancer — the first being fear of death — was feeling unprepared to make these choices. I can tell you what got me through. I found excellent doctors. I brought my husband or another “good listener” to every appointment. I read everything I could (except personal blogs) about the choices, and I accepted the help of a few friends who had had breast cancer and could guide me. At one point I remember sitting with a friend as I was deciding between lumpectomy or mastectomy and asking her to just think through all the pros and cons of each. There are women who cannot undertake research and decision-making. I understand. The best path, then, is to ask someone to be your proxy in researching the options, find experienced doctors and go with the best advice. Let trusted family or friends help you make the choices of treatment, when there are choices. For me, the job of learning about the

disease and my options, while anxietyproducing, also conferred some sense of control. Websites like breastcancer.org, mskcc.org, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and Susan B. Komen offer updated, detailed information on every aspect of breast cancer. My job isn’t over. Now, 10 years after my diagnosis, many of the protocols have changed. New drugs have come on the market. Chemotherapy is used more judiciously. Genomic testing helps inform who will benefit from chemotherapy and who will not. This testing becomes more sophisticated every year, and has saved thousands and thousands of women from the rigors and side effects of chemotherapy. Drugs are now available to treat previously untreatable cancers, and new therapies and medications can extend the lives of women with metastatic breast cancer. The gold standard for my type of cancer used to be five years on the aromatase inhibitor; now some studies indicate that extended treatment is beneficial for some women. You must keep asking questions. The use of MRIs in addition to mammography for follow-up testing is

y story began, as so many do, with the discovery of a small lump.

encouraged by some doctors and discouraged by others who say there are too many false positives that lead to too many unnecessary biopsies. These are hard choices to make when even doctors sometimes disagree. All that any one woman can do is become educated, find doctors who specialize in the disease, make the best decisions you can in the moment, and know that the chances are better today than ever before that you will recover and live a full life. Part of the job is to know or discover any family history, insist on genomic testing if the findings may inform your treatment path and find a friend who can be your guide. Decisions must be made in the beginning and then again as you age, because the body of research increases, protocols change, and you may decide to take advantage of something new that will improve chances of good health going forward. As we mark Breast Cancer Awareness month, I am encouraged by the access patients have to new regimens. Please, be sure you understand all the options as you move through treatment and recovery. The job never ends. Copyright 2021 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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here is perhaps no disease that strikes greater fear in the hearts of women than breast cancer. It is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths, behind lung cancer, and the second-most-common form of cancer among women, behind skin cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor the many who have died and to spread the word that early detection is key to preventing deaths. It’s an excellent time to have a mammogram or make an appointment to get one. Screenings and treatments, however, have decreased dramatically since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Roughly one-third of women who should have had mammograms missed their annual screenings over the past 18 months, according to the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. That is a deeply concerning statistic. Because of the sharp reduction in mammograms, doctors are now starting to find more advanced forms of breast cancer than normal. Medical experts are urging women to be screened and to keep up any treatments and surgeries. Breast cancer occurs when cells grow beyond their normal bounds. The cancer can then metastasize — that is, spread through the blood or lymph systems to other parts of the body. The average age of diagnosis for breast cancer is 62, though experts recommend that women begin having annual mammograms at age 45, and as early as 40 for those with histories of breast cancer in their families. Though the symptoms can range widely, some of the most common include: ■ A lump, knot or thickening under the

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letters Time to cut unneeded fees To the Editor: I recently joined my colleagues in the Nassau County Legislature’s Republican majority in introducing legislation to cut almost $100 million in county fees that would otherwise be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money would be made up with tens of millions of dollars in additional sales tax revenue over the amount projected in the county budget. After County Executive Laura Curran vetoed millions of dollars in tax cuts proposed by the Legislature in last year’s budget, and with reports showing sales tax revenue $300 million higher this year than the administration projected, the majority is taking this step to eliminate almost $100 million in county fees paid by residents — specifically, a tax map verification and public safety and recording fees. The $350 tax map verification fee is charged by the assessor for the verification of the section, block and lot information contained in any deed, mortgage or satisfaction, or any modification or con-

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hormone estrogen, which fuels tumor growth. So fill your plate with plenty of fruits and vegetables. Compared with non-drinkers, women who have one alcoholic drink a day have a very small increase in risk. Those who have two to five drinks daily, however, have about 1½ times the risk of women who don’t drink. According to the women’s breast-feeding advocacy group La Leche League International, and the New York State Department of Health, studies confirm that breast-feeding reduces the risk of cancer. Research shows that the longer a woman breast-feeds, the more protected she is against the disease. The American Cancer Society says that new technology to fight breast cancer is emerging, and that modern medicine’s understanding of the risk factors is also improving. Consulting with your doctor and being vigilant about your health are the most important actions that a woman can take. The key is awareness. Know your body, and know your risks. Prevention and early detection are the best weapons in the battle against breast cancer.

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ace and racism are in the news and on our minds. In response, many thoughtful commentaries have referred to W.E.B. Du Bois and James Baldwin, both of whom, in their day, wrote about the “Negro problem.” In 1884, The Atlantic published “The Negro Problem,” by N.S. Shaler. One conclusion from reading Shaler is that the “problem” was what to do with people who were brought here involuntarily, enslaved and then set free. Americans wondered if they were ready RoBeRt A. for freedom. For what work were sCott they best suited? In what ways were they prepared to participate in community affairs? In an earlier decade, commentators talked about a “Chinese problem.” Chinese left poverty in China to seek riches in the California Gold Rush. When it ended, they needed work and were hired as cheap labor for the Intercontinental Railroad. But local white men complained that the Chinese were taking jobs and starting businesses that competed with them. They became a “problem.” In the early 20th century, other Americans spoke of a “Jewish problem,” as they had earlier of a “Woman problem.” Reading about these “problems,” I

recalled talking with a guide in South Africa. Corruption in government was a major topic in the news, as were the rolling blackouts caused by an inadequate power grid. Homes and businesses went without power for hours a day. It was not only bad for frozen food, but also a threat to health and safety as well as a hindrance to starting new businesses and recruiting businesses to the country. When I asked about the problems, the guide blamed the African National Congress and the elected Black leaders. “They were not ready to govern the country,” she said. So I asked the obvious questions: Why not? Where did they live? What opportunities had been denied to them? Who had controlled the schools and universities that would have prepared them for citizenship and governing? What were the consequences of decades of Apartheid and forced poverty? There was an awkward silence. I think I had made my point. Perhaps the “problems” lay not with the “Negro,” the Chinese, the Jew, or the woman. Perhaps the problem was with those in authority who made use of people when it was beneficial but had no plan for them when conditions changed. Black people were imported to be enslaved and build the economy. Chinese were hired at low wages to build a railroad, and then excluded because, it was claimed, they

lacks, Jews, Chinese, women: All were seen as threats by those with the real power.

LetteRs solidation that is presented for recording. There would be no fee under the proposed bill. The public safety fee is now $55, and is assessed on most traffic violations, including red light camera infractions. Under the proposed bill, there would be no fee. The $300 recording fee is charged by the county for the recording and indexing of a deed, mortgage, “other instrument,” lien or statutory notice of a lien and for the satisfaction or cancellation of a lien or statutory notice of a lien. It also applies to corrections of such documents that would need to be re-indexed. The new fee under the proposed legislation would be $50. I am proud to stand with Nassau’s seniors, veterans and working-class families to cut $100 million in county fees. As residents continue to struggle with the effects of Curran’s reassessment, this legislation would provide much-needed relief to tens of thousands who are struggling to afford to keep living in our communities, especially those on fixed incomes. I urge Curran to support these concrete measures that would make Nassau County more affordable and provide lasting relief for our residents by signing this legislation when it reaches her desk. BIll GAylOR Nassau County legislator, 6th District

took jobs from white men. Jews were subject to virulent anti-Semitism and accusations of plans to control the world. Women, who were thought to be unsuited for work outside the home, weren’t a problem when they staffed munitions and aircraft factories while men were at war, but after the war, what to do with them? What are we to make of this summary? If the “problem” doesn’t lie with those identified, then perhaps we have a different problem. The common element in each of those claims is that they were made by white men. As long as we have a system of patriarchy, i.e., a system of power in which men are paramount, we will have a “woman problem.” And if we have a legacy of structural racism targeting nonwhite people, as seen in the actions against Native Americans as well as Africans, then we will have a “problem” with people of color. And as long as people blame scapegoats for economic difficulties that may actually be the result of government policies, society will suffer anti-Semitism and other prejudices. We should argue against these attitudes and behaviors on moral and ethical grounds, since the legal grounds don’t seem to be sufficient. We can also argue against them on economic grounds. For example, these “problem” groups account for more than half of the U.S. population.

Why would any rational thinker intentionally exclude more than 50 percent of those who are potential workers, consumers and societal assets? I would say that any policy-makers who argue for their exclusion because they are “problems” are themselves the problem, and our democracy can’t afford to abide them. The moral, ethical and economic reasons I cite are the basis for initiatives promoting respect for diversity, equity and inclusion as advocated by citizen groups and adopted by corporations and nonprofits alike. These initiatives are not anti-American; they support the American ideals of equality and equitable participation in governing. They are not anti-capitalist; they favor the idea of capitalism devoid of cronyism and insider information. We need to know our history, the lowest moments as well as the highest, in order to continue pursuing the American experiment we have pledged to achieve through successive improvements. Wouldn’t it be better if people of all backgrounds were respectful of one another and seen as individuals with ideas, imagination and capabilities that together can create a world that is safe and secure for all? Robert A. Scott is president emeritus and University President emeritus of Adelphi University and the author of How University Boards Work (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2018; Eric Hoffer Book Prize Awardee, 2019).

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Hochul will replace doctors with National Guard? To the Editor: Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering mandating that unvaccinated medical personnel be replaced by members of the National Guard. That is a totally irresponsible and nonsensical idea. Why are unvaccinated medical personnel losing their jobs at a time when, in my opinion, they are most needed? Where in the National Guard would trained personnel, currently working in the medical profession, come from — other hospitals and medical facilities? How does the gover nor propose to accomplish this plan? To replace personnel in our hospitals, Hochul would apparently have to take them from other hospitals or medical facilities. Does this make any sense? Obviously not. According to a published report, only 38.5 percent of National Guard personnel have been vaccinated, and do not have to be vaccinated until next June, but medical personnel working in New york hospitals must be vaccinated now or be terminated. Hochul is offering an irrational, idiot-

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