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Paying tribute to the fallen Nassau County Pipes and Drums member Terry Quinn performed during the annual Nassau County Memorial Day ceremony at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow. To abide by social distancing guidelines at this year’s event, roughly 200 cars drove under an American flag arch set up by members of the East Meadow and Westbury fire departments. Story, more photos, Page 9.

Business owners in Salisbury set up free drive-through meal service By BRIAN STIEGlITZ bstieglitz@liherald.com

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A line of cars along Carman Avenue, in Salisbury, led to a parking lot in which an LED traffic message board read, “If you are hungry, please come.” It was a humid Saturday morning and, despite the intermittent rain, Jeffrey Lynch and his wife, Sigal, handed meals to drivers as they passed. Sigal owns, and Jeffrey manages, BZ Transportation, a party bus and limousine renting company that occupies the parking lot. On May 23, for the third time this month, the couple set up a drive-through to distribute free

meals to those who needed them amid the coronavirus pandemic. “We can’t take anyone anywhere now,” Jeffrey said. “Weddings have been rescheduled to next year, proms are canceled, no one’s going on wine tours . . . but even though we weren’t working, we wanted to help people out.” He recalled an elderly veteran who drove through their pickup location two weeks ago. “He said he was embarrassed to ask for a meal,” Jeffrey said. “I told him that he shouldn’t be — that he served our country and he’s a hero — and he started crying. It was very heartbreaking.” Last Saturday, Lynch wore a Continued on page 3

Congressional candidate wants to upset ‘status quo’ By J.D. FREDA Jfreda@liherald.com

Patricia Maher acknowledges she isn’t a typical candidate for Congress, and she isn’t a career elected official. But as she says, this is anything but a typical year, and she believes her extensive background in law, community outreach and health care and her ability to connect with people will bring her a second Democratic nomination in six years — and a seat in Congress, representing New York’s 2nd District. Maher, 60, a native of East Meadow who lives in Westbury, earned a master’s degree in Eng-

lish and art history at Hofstra University and a law degree from Touro College’s Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in Central Islip. She is studying for a Master of Laws in health care and public policy at Hofstra. Her aim is to represent people with problems in the health care industry. This passion arose during Maher’s upbringing, as the daughter of a World War II Naval Nurse Cadet. Her mother attended a nurse training school in the early 1940s. “Initially, they said they would pay for her education if she served this country,” Maher said. “In those days, everybody wanted to serve.”

Her mother, Doris, she said, was chosen as an officer because of her high grades in training school. She was stationed at Sampson Naval Hospital, near upstate Seneca Lake, until she was assigned to serve at sea. Maher isn’t sure whether she ever touched foreign soil during the war. After their service, neither her mother nor thousands of other nurse cadets ever received the benefits that male GIs did. “They weren’t considered veterans,” Maher said. “They were there. They got diseases, got sick, were never given uniforms and never given benefits, even retroactively.”

Maher said she believed that benefits should be paid retroactively not only to the former nurse cadets who are still alive, but also to the families of those who died and those who are sick, to help them afford medical bills and burial plans. She has been working on this issue since 2011. Maher has long held the belief that she should work for

those who have less. While in law school, she worked in the Bankruptcy Clinic in Central Islip, “helping residents of Suffolk and Nassau counties and in the mortgage and foreclosure department,” she said. “Helping residents of Long Island save their homes.” She also completed an externship in the Long Continued on page 3

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Giving meals to their neighbors in need As word has spread on social medial, volunteers from Brittany House and local facemask covered in pictures of dogs, high schools have been helping the couple which concealed a blond beard that hand out and deliver the meals. dripped rainwater. The curve of his The Lynches launched BZ Transportabrows over ice-blue eyes gave him a sullen appearance, but as he handed the driver tion in 2012 in Massapequa, where it still of each car a brown bag full of food and has an office. Roughly a year ago, its vehicle inventory expanded, and it set up shop snacks, his cheekbones rose, evidence of at the additional location in Salisbury. a smile beneath the mask. Business beThe Lynchgan slowing in es first set up late February as shop on May 6, the pandemic then again that spread to the U.S. weekend — Then, on March 5, May 9 and 10 — their operation and a third came to a halt. time last week“Nobody signend. So f ar, ed up for this,” they say, they Jeffrey said. “But have handed we’re strong, and out 450 meals. we’re strong unitBG Deli, in ed.” Salisbury, has He said that he d o n at e d t h e and his wife also meals, while remain strong for BZ Transporta- the Parking lot of BZ Transportation in their children, tion provides Salisbury became a free drive-through meal ser- Zoey, 9, and Beny, drinks and vice on May 23. 8. “As we speak, snacks. Both he’s building a businesses Lego Mustang,” have been collecting donations to offset the cost, and saw Sigal said with a laugh. “And Zoey is proba surge in contributions after they posted ably drawing or doing arts and crafts.” The children contributed to their parthe details of their project on social media. At the end of each day spent handing ents’ cause by making construction paper out meals, Jeffrey has delivered leftover thank-you notes to give out to essential food to local nonprofits and front-line workers and veterans with their meals. Since the pandemic began, BG Deli has groups such as Brittany House, in Hempstead, and Nassau University Medical donated an additional 500 meals to hospiCenter, in East Meadow. Last Saturday, he tals and first responders. Jeffrey reached dropped off roughly 50 meals at the out to its owner, Alphonse Lentz III, with Northport Veterans Agency. his idea for the drive-through.

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Jeffrey and Sigal Lynch handed out the meals, which were provided with help from BG Deli, in Salisbury. Lisa Hallett, of East Meadow, a customer in the deli last Saturday, attested to Lentz’s commitment to the community. “He supports school car washes, he supports the Little League and he was incredible during Sandy,” Hallett said, referring to food and clothing donations Lentz launched after Hurricane Sandy hit Long Island in October 2012. “I don’t want no credit or anything like that,” Lentz said. “I love doing what I’m doing. I like pleasing people. In fact, it frustrates me when they don’t let me please them.” One of the first groups to whom Lentz donated meals was the East Meadow Fire Department. He is planning to host a barbecue to celebrate and thank them for

their response and bravery through the pandemic, when it’s over. “I’ll have Jeff come down with that big sign of his,” he said, referring to the traffic message board. “We could have the Blue Knights vets band. I hope it gets so crowded we have to close the parking lot.” BG has been in Salisbury since the 1960s, and for years, Lentz, who grew up working in the business, heard about its success before buying it in 2000. “In this community, if they like you,” he said, “they’ll swear by you.” BG and BZ plan to continue donating meals this weekend, and will post the details on their social media accounts — and on that traffic message board.

Maher gearing up for primary push in 2nd C.D. because she was working on her law degree. “This district is so economically and ethnically Island Criminal Division of the U.S. attorney’s office for diverse,” Maher said. “This district needs someone with the Eastern District of New York. a good educational background. This is how As well, Maher is a former director of I cross over to people. I have a background development and community education for in health care, law, community outreach the Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island. “I and I am someone who has worked in the went into communities where maybe people community. All of this makes me the best didn’t understand seizure disorders,” she candidate for this district.” recalled. “We were letting people know what She will face off against fellow Democrat these disorders were about. It had to do a lot Jackie Gordon, a former Town of Babylon with health care and community educacouncilwoman, in the June 9 primary. tion.” “If history has told us anything in last She also worked for an energy company few years, with [State] Sen. [Kevin] Thomas that installed an electronic cable bed in a as an example in 2018, Republicans and power plant in Westbury. While canvassing Democrats woke up from the status quo,” the area for the most suitable location for Maher said. “I think my opponent, Jackie, the cable bed, Maher met with many comis the status quo. She has been a councilmunity groups in Wantagh and Seaford. woman for 13 years. She is a part of the sys“I met with Kiwanis, with community tem. She is the system. We need to break out activists and neighborhood groups, and of the status quo.” spoke directly with the residents,” she said. Maher said she is not deterred by the Patricia Maher Maher sought the 2nd District nominaabsentee-ballot voting system that is likely tion for the first time in 2014, and noted that Congressional to be used because of social distancing this would be the first election since then in candidate guidelines. “When people are just pushing a which the seat will not be occupied by button, they’ll vote for the name they know Republican incumbent Peter King of Seaor they’ve heard before,” she said. “When someone fills ford. In 2014 she won the nomination, but lost to King by out an absentee ballot at home, they will actually look a wide margin. He won easy re-elections in 2016 and up the candidates and research who is the best for the 2018, years in which Maher did not seek the nomination job. I think that will benefit me.” continued from front page

have a background in health care, law, community outreach and I am someone who has worked in the community.

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Patricia Maher, of Westbury, is once again pushing to become the Democratic primary candidate in New York’s 2nd Congressional District.

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EMS Week: Not just another year By John J. o’Brien Sr. jobrien@eastmeadowfd.com

During the week of May 17 to May 24, our grateful nation took part in the annual national EMS Week to recognize all EMS workers for their unselfish dedication and commitment in caring for, and protecting the lives of others. But this year, it was different. There was no celebration and there were no awards . . . at least not for now. Instead, the members EMFD’s medical service have dug in for several months running one EMS call after another many of which, a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s a very different time for EMS members and firefighters alike. Dedicated? I’ll say . . . Its 9:30 p.m. on Sunday night. I’m midway through writing this article. I take a ride on the bike. While out, the pagers alerted for Chiefs, Rescue 5, & 6199 (Fly Car), for a Signal 9 (EMS) with the announcement of a Covid-19 positive patient. Within two minutes, the sound of sirens could be heard as EMFD fire chiefs and the 99 EMS fly car took to the road. Minutes later, as I stand on the corner of

East Meadow Avenue and Prospect Avenue, a chief passes by. Then 6199, soon followed by ambulance 615. Just two minutes later, ambulance 6115 radioed its response with additional volunteers who have arrived at the firehouse. Perhaps not the routine EMS call we have ever had to prepare for. Not just in our volunteer careers, but in our lifetimes. To think that so many dedicated people could drop what they are doing at a moment’s notice for a neighbor, with a higher than normal level of risk to themselves, is a remarkable tribute to the love and dedication they have for our community. They are true professionals in every sense of the word. Chiefs who command each scene to ensure the safety of our responders, and those injured or taken ill. On Covid-19 EMS calls, they will ensure members are fully protected with just the necessary medical technicians involved in direct patient contact. Company officers and members who are so confident to put fear aside knowing their skills are top shelf, and their training and knowledge of this disease affords them

Courtesy John J. O’Brien Sr.

Some of the many medical technicians and Rescue Company members stood together, yet socially distanced, for a photo that will no doubt become part of EMFD’s rich history. EMT Kirsten S. Fitzpatrick, left, Ex Captain/EMT-CC Edward J. Brennan, 99 Captain/Paramedic Michael Strauber, Fire Medic Christopher A. MacKay, Lieutenant/Paramedic George Choy, EMT Shagufta Yucel, Captain/EMT Sebastian Janiec, EMT Laura A. Zaso, Lieutenant/EMT Robin S. Fitzpatrick, EMS Medical Director Dr. John Zaso, 99 Lieutenant/EMT Joseph L. Krilov, Captain/EMT Atik Mehta, Ex Captain/Paramedic Max Solomon, Paramedic Will Bedoya and Second Assistant Chief Peter Cheswick.

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security in knowing how to protect against transmission. This week would normally be filled with congratulations, awards for those who achieved, and maybe a baseball game with the doctors and nurses of NUMC. True heroes themselves . . . It would be a celebratory week to remember for these great volunteers . . . But not this year. So much more on the line. Save and be safe. So until such time as we can rightfully

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Virtual Reliance By Lauren Lev I have always felt uneasy when something unexpected occurs with my computer. Even as I write this, I feel rather superstitious as I don’t want to mess with the tech gods and hope I am never at the mercy of the wares: mal, ransom, hard and soft. That is why, even though no time is a good time to be without computer access, I am especially uncomfortable now – when almost everything we do to be separate yet together at this moment relies on some Wi-Fi and a password. Recently I was clearing my Google Chrome’s history while I was still in the application and our communal 13-year old PC went black. (Like cars, we tend to keep computers a long time, useful as hand-me-downs from one to another.) Sure it wasn’t booting up fast (or at all) at times, but I spent an entire Sunday determined to run any diagnostics for the computer to heal itself. I even fed the disc drive, hoping to reinstall the entire operating system. No luck. A 2007 paperweight. During this pandemic our computers are working as hard and as long as we do, sometimes from daybreak to nightfall with little reprieve or restart. I have actually shut down my PC to “give it a

rest” as if it was an overtired child that won’t cooperate. And as for those IT guys that I call for directions or solace— I can’t think of a better definition for essential workers. So far there is access. So far there is Wi-Fi. So far there is connection and communication and conversation. And even if it seems as if nothing is more monumental at this point than finality of the “delete” button – I will still try to “go Marie Kondo” on my electronic documents, videos and photos if they don’t bring me joy. I was always taught the importance of self-reliance, then I was taught it was okay to trust and depend on someone else too. But it’s a new world and now I rely on something digital, not just someone and not just me. Don’t fail me now -little computer and smartphone – because if I am willing to show my greater reliance on you, you need to maintain great responsibility for me. A contributing writer to the Herald since 2012, Lauren Lev is an East Meadow resident and a direct marketing/advertising executive who teaches advertising and marketing communications courses at the Fashion Institute of Technology/SUNY, LIU Post and SUNY Old Westbury.

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MSSN scheduling elective surgeries ing surgeries at night and on weekends to accommodate all requests. Elective surgeries were paused to ensure there were Doctors at Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital had enough beds, ventilators, doctors and personal protecto put off 800 to 1,000 elective surgeries to treat Covid- tive equipment to treat Covid-19 patients. 19 patients during the height of the pandemic. With The hospital is promoting a “Don’t Put Your Health cases steadily declining, however, the staff on Hold” initiative, urging the community is starting to schedule the procedures. not to risk safety out of fear of coming to a “At this point, the state has said we can hospital. “If you’re out there and you have proceed, and we are following the guidea procedure that you’ve been putting off, or lines,” said Dr. Rajiv Datta, the Departif you have any kind of medical issue, you ment of Surgery chairman and the medishould call immediately,” said Joe Caldecal director of the hospital’s cancer prorone, the hospital’s vice president of corgram. “It’s safe now to come and get these porate communications. “Don’t wait.” procedures done before an elective surgery He said the hospital has a safe passagebecomes an emergency.” way for non-Covid-19 patients. At the same Guidelines that hospital officials urge time, the number of Covid-19 patients has patients to follow include making sure that dropped from 80 percent of the hospital’s they are social distancing for up to 14 days capacity down to 33 percent, Calderone before surgery, that they receive a coronasaid. Many coronavirus rooms were deepvirus test at the hospital’s drive-through cleaned and converted back to their intendsite on Washington Avenue at least three ed purpose. days before an operation and that they iso“Over the last eight weeks, it was all late themselves from others in the days DR. Rajiv Datta over the news that hospitals were loaded before the procedure. Once guidelines are with Covid patients, which was true,” Chairman, met, patients can undergo elective surgerDatta said. “But the numbers are different ies, such as hernia operations or cosmetic MSSN Department now, and we are very careful about what procedures. of Surgery we do here.” Doctors are scheduling elective proceAt press time Friday, the hospital had 65 dures now. Datta said it might take up to 10 confirmed or suspected coronavirus cases, days for the hospital to return to its regular daily and 13 Covid-19 patients on ventilators. Meanwhile, 880 schedule of elective procedures. coronavirus patients had been discharged. On April Typically, before the pandemic, MSSN doctors per- 13, the hospital peaked at 383 Covid-19 patients. formed 40 surgeries daily. There are now, on average, If people follow social-distancing guidelines, wear 15 surgeries per day, and doctors might start perform- masks in public and wash their hands regularly for at

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t’s safe now to come and get these procedures done before an elective surgery becomes an emergency.

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Rajiv Datta, the Department of Surgery chairman at Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital, said he facility received the OK from the state Department of Health to perform elective surgeries again. least 20 seconds, Calderone said he is hopeful that a second wave of infection, if it were to arise, would not be as bad as the first. Additionally, he said, the hospital would be better prepared for the outbreak. “If it comes, we have a bit of a playbook now that we really didn’t have before, and most hospitals in the country are better prepared for a second surge because everyone learned from the first time,” he said.

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Long IsLand RaIL Road stations, which only months ago were crowded with people at peak travel times, are now virtually empty during the morning rush. Ahmed Bazille, left, an attorney from Freeport, headed into his Manhattan office on May 21. He was one of a handful of commuters at the Freeport station at 7:45 a.m.

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Riding the rails while a pandemic rages

never imagined the emptiness. It left me with a sinking feeling, a sense of aloneness that I had not experienced before as I stood on Long Island Rail Road train trestles during the middle of what should have been rush hour. The coronavirus crisis has truly a l t e r e d o u r h u m a n l a n d s c a p e. On a sunny May 21, I drove from station to station along the Babylon Branch of the LIRR, stopping in Seaford, Bellmore, Freeport, Rockville Centre, Lynbrook and Valley Stream, to document the emptiness — and the small number of people who are riding the rails these days. Then I headed down the Far Rockaway Branch to the Lawrence station, and over to the Long Beach branch to the Long Beach ter minal. Where only two and a half months ago tens of thousands of commuters

crowded onto cement platforms early in the morning, awaiting stainless-steel trains to carry them to New York City or points east, now there are but a handful of people — the essential workers who cannot telecommute, but are thankful to still have their jobs. Often, a platform was devoid of people, as if it were part of a ghost town. I had no trouble finding parking. It requires a certain fortitude, I thought, to ride the rails amid the coronavirus pandemic, knowing the virus is out there, still lurking, unseen. People truly are resilient. Today's LIRR riders are, in a sense, pioneers, showing the rest of us how we will overcome when, eventually, Gover nor Cuomo gives the OK allowing everyone to return to work and life as normal. –Scott Brinton

a neaRLy empty Seaford LIRR station at 6:39 a.m., above. Cathy Wiley, of Seaford, right, an LIRR engineer, headed to work.

thIs muscLe caR was among the few vehicles parked at the Bellmore LIRR station.

The Bellmore sTaTion at 7:30 a.m.

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lourdes marTinez, of Valley Stream, was on her way to her job at a physical therapy office in the city at 9:45 a.m.

raj PaTel, of the Kaval Deli and Convenience Store, at the foot of the Rockville Centre LIRR station, with a plastic tarp around his front counter to protect himself from the virus.

aBove, The emPTy parking lot of the Lawrence station. At left, the 10:23 train out of Long Beach, headed to Penn Station.

Workers jackhammering The underside of the Lynbrook LIRR station, where a major renovation project is under way.

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ON ApRIL 24, activists first protested outside the jail in East Meadow.

Photos by Brian Stieglitz/Herald

Nassau jail activists call for transparency By BRIAN STIEGLITZ bstieglitz@liherald.com

Activists for the rights of inmates at the Nassau County Correctional Center are calling on Sheriff James Dzurenda to provide daily updates on the number of Covid-19 cases in the jail and to release inmates with a high risk of contracting the virus. On April 24, activists first protested outside the jail in East Meadow for the same cause. Some held signs along the sidewalk and others honked from cars and drove passed the jail’s East Meadow Avenue entrance. Then, on May 20, the same group stood outside the county legislative building in Mineola and live streamed a rally calling for additional measures to be taken at the jail to protect inmates, correction officers and the community at large. Among the group were representatives of the Long Island Social Justice Action Network, New York Civil Liberties Union, New York Communities for Change and the Long Island chapter of New Hour for Women and Children. The activists said that the county never provided a space for members of the press or families of the incarcerated to ask questions about the jail in public. They are urging Nassau County Executive Laura Curran to add statistics about jail Covid-19 cases in her daily briefings about the virus and that such information also be posted on the sheriff ’s website. “They’re not just numbers, they’re our family members and our loved ones and they’re just as important as the people on the outside,” said Jayette Lansbury, a member of the Nassau County Jail Advocates and chair of criminal justice of the New York chap-

ter of the National Alliance of Mental Illness. Lansbury also criticized the use of “keep-lock,” or holding inmates in their cells for almost 24 hours a day to ensure social distancing and said that it “exacerbates already high levels of anxiety and depression.” In late March, Sherif f James Dzurenda posted a letter on the jail’s website detailing the steps it was taking to prevent the spread of the virus. Every new inmate is tested for the virus during initial processing and, if cleared, held for an additional 14 days in a New Admission Housing Unit. Inmates with Covid-19 symptoms are moved to a quarantine unit, where they are medically monitored, have their temperatures taken and meet with mental health staff members. Inmates in regular housing are still offered outdoor recreation in small groups. They are also given facemasks and free phone time to contact loved ones and support networks. Requests for comment from the sheriff following the May 20 rally were not answered as of press time on Tuesday. Dzurenda told Newsday on Thursday that fifty-seven inmates have tested positive for Covid-19 since March. Fortyseven have recovered, eight have been discharged and two remain incarcerated, the Newsday article read. The jail’s population, which changes on a daily basis, was 612 on Thursday. Serena Liguori, the executive director of New Hour, said that she and her fellow advocates “applaud meaningful steps taken by Nassau Sheriff Dzurenda to increase PPE provisions in the jail.” However, she said that they “urge transparency about the jail conditions for those who prove to be symptomatic.”

SOmE hELd SIGNS along the sidewalk and others honked from cars and drove passed the jail’s East Meadow Avenue entrance. AcTIvISTS fOR ThE rights of inmates at the Nassau County Correctional Center are calling for increased measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in the jail.

Photos by Christina Daly/Herald

County car parade honors Memorial Day By Brian StieglitZ bstieglitz@liherald.com

Roughly 200 cars drove through Eisenhower Park in East Meadow on May 25 during the annual Nassau County Memorial Day ceremony. To abide by social distancing guidelines set by the Covid-19 pandemic, this year’s event featured the car parade that led to the park’s Veterans Memorial. There, County Executive Laura Curran joined with the Nassau County Veterans Service Agency and local veterans’ groups for a ceremonial wreath laying in honor of those who lost their lives fighting for America. In addition to recognizing Memorial Day, Curran also took the opportunity to pay homage to the 75th Anniversary of the end of World War II. “While we were not able to hold a traditional ceremony this year, we must not let Memorial Day be forgotten,” Curran said. “It is important for us to properly salute and reflect on those who paid the ultimate sacrifice while defending our precious freedoms.” The procession began at Nassau Coliseum and led to Eisenhower Park, where Curran hosted a ceremony that featured a wreath laying, gun salute, Taps, a bagpiper from the Nassau County Police Department Pipe and Drum Band and a flag arch created by the Westbury and East Meadow fire departments. Nassau County veterans involved in the ceremony included Commanders from Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legions as well as members from Vietnam War Veterans Association, AmVets and United Veterans Organization of Nassau County, Disabled American Veterans, among many others. Vehicles from the Museum of American Armor were also on display. Joining Curran in her salute was Congressman Peter King, State Senator Kevin Thomas, State Senator Jim Gaughran, Glen Cove Mayor Tim Tenke and Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder.

U.S. Marine and Vietnam veteran Sgt. Paul Masi couldn’t make his annual trip to D.C. for Memorial Day because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Instead, he joined the Nassau County ceremony. Stephen Owen, the commander of VFW Post 3350 in East Rockaway, saluted as a ceremonial wreath was placed in front of the memorial. FOllOwing the cereMOny, Nassau County Veteran’s Service Agency Director Ralph Esposito, of Elmont, carried the wreath to the veteran’s monument near the center of the park. Congressman Peter King, Laura Curran and Patrick Ryder joined him as he placed it.

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his has basically flipped my life upside down from the start. I’m a physical therapist; that’s my main profession. I also am an owner of a coffee shop, with some other partners. My wife, [Tara], is a physician’s assistant. She was basically thrown into the Covid pandemic out of nowhere. That kind of left me at home because I basically had to close my PT practice. We’ve been closed over a month now, and we’re looking to reopen in June.

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Your priority is at home Steps to stay healthy during the pandemic

s the Covid-19 pandemic has turned our lives inside out, the tendency has been to find ways to soothe ourselves during this period of upheaval. While we’re doing our part to observe public health measures and reduce exposure to the disease, let’s use these days at home to focus on our personal well-being. Yes, we’re all preoccupied with dealing with realities of our daily lives, but at the same time we’re practicing social distancing, we have an opportunity to protect and improve or own health. Healthy eating is especially important for keeping your immune system in top condition. Here are some steps you can take to eat healthy in the times of Covid. Minimize trips to the supermarket Before you shop… Plan ahead. Visualize breakfast, lunch, and dinner for at least 5 days. What will you serve? What do you need? Consider the foods your family likes, your food preparation methods, interests and skills, and the time and energy you will have for preparing meals. Working from home may not mean there is more time to cook—especially if you are now responsible for teaching your kids and doing the work your employer expects. Have children at home? Include children in meal planning, preparation, and clean up while teaching them writing, math, reading, and science. Reading/Writing: Ask your kids to make a list of what’s in the pantry and refrigerator. Then, have them look through cookbooks or online recipes sites to find meals and snacks that use up what is on hand. Have them share their breakfast, lunch, or dinner meal ideas. Math: Find math in measuring spoons and cups, counting out numbers of ingredients, taking stock of pantry items, or planning the time it will take to prepare, cook, eat, and clean up a meal. Science: Get kids involved in baking bread, cooking an egg, or creating a homemade salad dressing— then, search the internet to discover the science behind why ingredients change when they are combined, heated, or blended. Think nutrition The healthiest meals emphasize whole grains, vegetables, and fruits — serve them in the greatest amounts. Meat portions should be smaller — this will save money and help keep dietary saturated fat in check. Make a shopping list —and use it! You’ll be less like to forget items or buy impulse items. Stock up on nutrition-packed foods that will stay fresh for a week or longer. √ Breads: corn tortillas, whole grain English muffins, bagels, breads, wraps, frozen whole wheat waffles √ Grains: instant oatmeal, pasta, frozen brown rice, couscous, refrigerated pizza crust √ Fruits: fresh, dried, plain frozen, canned in juice or water √ Vegetables: fresh veggies, plain frozen, low sodium canned, sun-dried

√ Sauces: tomato pasta sauce, salsa √ Soups and broths: canned, frozen, shelf-stable cartons √ Juices: 100 percent juice √ Milk: fresh, shelf-stable packages √ Eggs and cheese √ Beans/legumes—canned and dry √ Nuts and seeds: bagged, canned, nut butters √ Poultry, meat and seafod √ Flavorings: add zing with dried herbs and spices, vinegars, mustard, hot/steak sauces, lemon/lime juice, light dressings, honey, Greek yogurt Go easy on the frozen dinners — most are high in sodium, fat, and calories —and limit purchases of tempting foods like chips, sodas, cookies, and ice cream. Prepare for the unexpected. Since supermarkets are running low on many, be ready with a back-up plan if an ingredient you need is unavailable. Keep the less fortunate in mind. Contribute to local pantries and soup kitchens now. Then, when it is all over, donate extra food you stocked up on that is still fresh and safe to eat. Use contactless payment or credit cards. If you use the payment keypad, tap the buttons and screen with your knuckle—then use hand sanitizer after completing your payment. When you bring the restaurant home Eat “out” safely. If you want to have take-out meals, take the food home right away and eat it while it is hot. Store leftovers safely — wrap tightly and refrigerate any dishes with meat, fish, poultry, or dairy products. Be sure to reheat these leftovers thoroughly before eating. Make eating together at home a positive experience Whether it is homemade or takeout, eating more meals at home is a new routine for many families. Keep the stress down by making mealtime fun. Get the family involved. Kids can help set the table, pour the water, make the salad, or grate the cheese. Make mealtimes a family affair. Try some new recipes. If you have never made homemade pizza, roasted a whole chicken, or cooked meatballs from scratch, now is a good time to try! For the less adventurous, start slowly by looking for those recipes that call for only a few ingredients and use common kitchen tools. Reconnect with the family. Eat together at the table or spread a blanket on the floor and have an indoor picnic. Be sure to separate mealtime and TV time; watching while eating makes it too easy to pay attention to TV and not your food, so you are likely to overeat. Wonder what to talk about at mealtime? Chat about things you will do this summer, tell jokes; just keep the conversation upbeat and fun. Above photo: In an ideal scenario, you’d have a balance of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and dairy at every meal. It might be hard to pull that off now, and that’s okay. What you eat affects your physical and mental health, and both are a priority. Start with what you have and fill in the gaps.

Are you feeling stress, fear and anxiety as the pandemic drags on? If so, you’re not alone. The recommendations for social distancing affect nearly every part of our lives, including finances, relationships, transportation, jobs and healthcare. Some common causes of stress during the coronavirus pandemic are uncertainty, lack of routine and reduced social support, says Mark Flanagan, LMSW, MPH, MA. Routines As humans, we don’t like uncertainty and tend to thrive in routines, says Flanagan. Routines are essential because they create a sense of normalcy and control in our lives. This sense of control then allows us to manage the challenges that come our way. “When we don’t have a routine, much our time is spent trying to establish one,” says Flanagan. “Without a routine, we often pay attention to the things that are most ‘flashy.’ When big news happens, we tend to focus on it more.” Social support Not only are our routines currently disrupted, but the routines of everyone around us are as well. “When something goes wrong in our lives, we can usually rely on others to get a sense of calm,” he says. “But when everyone is experiencing the same sense of uncertainty, there’s no real ‘anchor’ to help manage some of the stress.” Stress Stress management is essential for good physical health, and it’s especially important right now as our world addresses the Covid-19 pandemic. “While short-term pressures and stress are normal and can help us change in positive ways, chronic stress causes a huge deterioration in our quality of life on a physical level,” says Flanagan. “When we are more pessimistic, depressed or anxious, our immune system goes down and produces more stress hormones, reducing our immunity and increasing inflammation.” Stress can also put a strain on your mental health, relationships and productivity, he notes. Steps to stress reduction “Rather than dwell on nervousness, focus on the things you can control,” Flanagan suggests. “When you move the locus of control from something outside yourself to inside yourself, you powerfully reduce anxiety and boost confidence.” He suggests the following steps to regain control and reduce stress. Follow the recommended health guidelines. These guidelines include frequent hand-washing, social distancing, practicing respiratory etiquette and cleaning commonly used surfaces. See the latest recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Not only will you pro-

tect your health, but you’ll also protect the health of vulnerable people in your community, like older adults and those with serious or underlying health issues. Create a morning routine. When you’re stuck at home, it can be tempting to let go of basic routines, but Flanagan says a morning routine can help you feel more productive and positive. Consider waking up at the same time each day, exercising, showering, meditating, journaling, tidying your home or having a healthy breakfast as part of your morning ritual. Check in with loved ones regularly. While social distancing is essential to slow the spread of the virus, you can still check in with family and friends by phone, video chat, text or email. Consider ways to help others. This can include picking up groceries for a neighbor and leaving them at their door, donating to a local charity, or purchasing gift cards from your favorite restaurant. By taking the focus off yourself, you can experience reduced stress and a greater sense of well-being. Have a daily self-care ritual. Self-care can include exercise, meditation, walking outside, reading, taking a bubble bath, painting, journaling, gardening, cooking a healthy meal or enjoying a favorite hobby. Pick one thing and do it at the same time each day. It will help anchor your day and provide a welcome respite. Limit news and media consumption. “When we constantly check our newsfeeds and see bad news, it activates our sympathetic nervous system and can send us into fight-or-flight mode,” says Flanagan. He recommends limiting how often you check the news to once Continued on page 8

Above photo: Stick with your routine as much as you can. Go to bed and get up in the morning on your usual schedule. Eat meals at regular times. Find ways to exercise away from the gym — do yoga in the living room, trim the hedge, have a scavenger hunt in the backyard with your kids, or just toss a ball or play tag as a family.

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ew and existing patients of Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside may now access antibody screening blood tests at ten of the hospital’s ambulatory locations across Long Island. These antibody tests are authorized by the FDA and have a high degree of reliability. The presence of COVID-19 antibodies in your system is an indication that you were probably exposed to the virus, even if you did not have any symptoms, and that you may have some degree of immunity to the virus, although this is not proven yet. “The results and information gained from antibody testing will help the medical community determine and understand the spread of the virus, establish public health recommendations and reduce the risk for future surges of the virus in our communities,” said Aaron E. Glatt, Chair of the Department of Medicine, Chief of Infectious Diseases at Mount Sinai South Nassau. If you have developed antibodies to the virus, you may be eligible to help others by donating antibody-rich plasma at the New York Blood Center, which has established a plasma bank that hospitals can access immediately to treat patients with serious or lifethreatening COVID-19 infections. Known as convalescent plasma therapy, COVID-19 patients are transfused with recovered patients’ antibodies that have proven successful at fighting the virus. Mount Sinai South Nassau and other hospitals within the Mount Sinai Health System have been treating patients with this promising therapy. A single donation of antibodies can be used to treat one to two patients struggling with severe cases of COVID-19. Medical researchers also believe that antibody testing could be used to return people with immunity safely to the workforce, regardless of industry or profession. It could also help reduce the rate of COVID-19 infections at nursing homes by staffing them with immune workers. One Healthy Way, Oceanside, NY 11572 • 516-632-3000

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How much water do you need? What does being well hydrated mean? The amount of water a person needs depends on climatic conditions, clothing worn and exercise intensity and duration, Batson says. A person who perspires heavily will need to drink more than someone who doesn’t. Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or heart disease, may also mean you need to drink more to avoid over-taxing the heart or other organs. People with cystic fibrosis have high concentrations of sodium in their sweat and also need to use caution to avoid dehydration. And some medications can act as diuretics, causing the body to lose more fluid. Thirst isn’t the best indicator that you need to drink.“If you get thirsty, you’re already dehydrated,” Batson says. Batson said the easiest thing to do is pay attention to the color of your urine. Pale and clear means you’re well hydrated. If it’s dark, drink more fluids. If you want to know exactly how much fluid you need, Batson recommends weighing yourself before and after exercise, to see how much you’ve lost through perspiration. It’s a particular good guide for athletes training in the hot summer months. “For every pound of sweat you lose, that’s a pint of water you’ll need to replenish,” Batson says, adding that it’s not unusual for a high school football player, wearing pads and running through drills, to lose 5 pounds or more of sweat during a summer practice. People who are in good shape tend to sweat more, and need to drink more even if they aren’t feeling fatigued, Batson says. Not sweating during vigorous physical activity can be a red flag that you’re dehydrated to the point of developing heat exhaustion. Water is best For most people, water is the best thing to drink to stay hydrated. Sources of water also include foods, such fruits and vegetables which contain a high percentage of water. Sports drinks

with electrolytes, may be useful for people doing high intensity, vigorous exercise in very hot weather, though they tend to be high in calories. “It’s healthier to drink water while you’re exercising, and then when you’re done, eat a healthy snack like orange slices, bananas or a small handful of unsalted nuts ,” Batson says. He cautioned against fruit juices or sugary drinks, such as soda.“They can be hard on your stomach if you’re dehydrated,” he says. It’s also best to avoid drinks containing caffeine, which acts as a diuretic and causes you to lose more fluids. Batson says drinking before you exercise or go out into the sun is an important first step. “Drinking water before is much more important,” he says. “Otherwise, you’re playing catch-up and your heart is straining.” Not just for athletes or exercise Hydration isn’t just important during physical activity. Sitting in the sun on a hot or humid day, even if you aren’t exercising, can also cause your body to need more fluids. People who have a heart condition, are older than 50 or overweight may also have to take extra precautions.

Above photo: According to doctors, there’s no one-sizefits-all formula for daily water intake. The amount of water you should drink daily depends on your body, your health conditions, your medications, and other factors.

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energy to keep moving. Now is a great time to try that new recipe or food subscription box! Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of water can help prevent dehydration. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dehydration can cause unclear thinking and mood swings, among other health problems. Not sure how much to drink? Many medical professionals suggest following the 8x8 rule, eight ounces of water eight times a day. Stay connected: Just because you can’t be with friends and family in person doesn’t mean you can’t stay in touch. Set up time to connect with video chats, phone calls and emails. Staying connected doesn’t have to be high-tech. Have kids or just a kid at heart? Write encouraging messages on your driveway or in your windows for your neighbors, and postal and delivery workers. Know Your Options: One of the best ways to prepare is knowing what to do if you start to show symptoms. To minimize your exposure, call or email your doctor or local health system about a telehealth visit to be screened. The provider will then identify what steps you should take next. Get support: Talking through concerns and fears can help put them in perspective and make you feel calmer. You may want to reach out for professional support if you’re struggling. Above photo: Now more than ever, taking care of your health should be a priority.

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or twice a day (ideally not first thing morning or after dinner), turning off news alerts, and obtaining information from one or two reputable news outlets. Set boundaries around social media. “There’s this concept of toxic sociality where we constantly have to be connected, even in superficial ways, and when we’re not, it feels like part of us isn’t being ‘fed,’” he explains. “It’s important to practice social distancing with social media too. We may not think we’re having any effect on our newsfeed, but we can take steps to reduce the ripple effect of panic on social media.” He suggests posting positive messages online and being mindful of your likes, shares and comments. Meditate. Meditation can help restore your sense of control as you focus on your breath or a positive word or phrase. “Meditation can help you activate your parasympathetic nervous system, and that’s an antidote to fear,” says Flanagan. “And when you’re more centered, you’re able to create a calm reality around you.” Encourage others. “Often, when we are scared, it can be tempting to repeat negative

messages, but actively encouraging family and friends is really important,” he says. “Chances are, someone is having a harder time than you are. Your words matter and people will respond accordingly. It’s important to realize we are not victims; we are helping to create our environment and change it for the better. By sending positive messages out into the world, you’ll not only affect those around you, but those words will come back to you.” Finding hope “It’s important to remember that this will pass sooner or later,” says Flanagan. “The world has gone through many different challenges, like disease outbreaks, war and uncertain times. For better or worse, these times always pass. That doesn’t mean this time isn’t significantly challenging, but if we focus on what we can control and do things that are good for our health and the health of those around us, we will come out of this in perhaps a more whole state and with a renewed perspective. It’s important to look toward the future and begin building for that future. You can always have hope. Hope never leaves us.”

Keeping cool and know your limits

s the temperatures rise and we emerge from our homes to move our fitness programs outside, we can easily overdue it by not paying attention to the effect temperature has on our bodies. Keep in the mind some tips from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association while enjoying pursuing your exercise routines — and, of course, be mindful of your social distancing. “Many cases of heat illness are preventable and can be successfully treated if such conditions are properly recognized and appropriate care is provided in a timely manner,” said certified athletic trainer Brendon McDermott, MS, ATC. To guard against heat illnesses, NATA recommends following these steps: 1. Gradually increase activity in terms of intensity and duration in the heat. This prepares your body for more intense, longer duration exercise in warm conditions, and helps prevent injury and heat illness. 2. Intersperse periods of rest during activity and assure adequate rest between exercise bouts. Rest breaks are an important defense against heat illness, and proper sleeping habits decrease your risk as well. 3. Begin outdoor activities only after you’re properly hydrated. Drink water or sports drinks throughout physical activity in the heat. 4. A darker urine color is a quick indicator of dehydration. Your urine should look more like lemonade than apple juice. 5. Exercise during cooler portions of the day

(early morning or late evening), if possible. 6. Do not participate in intense exercise if you show signs of an existing illness (i.e. fever, diarrhea, extreme fatigue, etc.). These can decrease your body’s tolerance for heat and increase your risk of a heat illness. Back off on exercise intensity or duration if not feeling well (i.e. walk instead of run, cut the session short, etc.) Heat-Related Ailments “We are not invincible when it comes to exercise in the heat” said McDermott.“In extreme cases, if medical care is not provided in a timely manner, long-term damage can occur.”

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What to do: It’s very important that treatment for exertional heat stroke be both aggressive and immediate, provided adequate medical personnel are on site. Key steps to take when exertional heat stroke is identified include immediate whole-body cooling, preferably through cold-water immersion, followed immediately by medical treatment in an emergency room or trauma center. Heat exhaustion. Heat exhaustion is a moderately serious illness resulting from fluid loss or sodium loss in the heat. Signs and symptoms include loss of coordination; dizziness or fainting; profuse sweating or pale skin; headache, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea; stomach/ intestinal cramps or persistent muscle cramps. What to do: Heat exhaustion patients should immediately be transported to a cool, shaded environment with feet elevated, and fluids should be replaced. If their condition worsens or does not improve within minutes, they should be transported to the emergency room for evaluation and treatment. Those suffering from heat exhaustion should avoid intense activity in the heat until at least the next day. NATA also recommends a trip to the doctor to rule out any underlying conditions that predispose them to heat exhaustion. Courtesy of National Athletic Trainers’ Association

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s the COVID-19 pandemic continues to threaten our health and financial security (on which our health care depends), it’s more important than ever to ensure that all life planning documents are in order. The time to make sure you and your loved ones are protected is now. With video conferencing, your Will, trust, estate plan, and other advance directives can be prepared and signed from the comfort of your own home. You should consider, or update, the following planning strategies and documents:

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Name beneficiaries on your IRA, 401(k), pension, deferred compensation plan, and other qualified and non-qualified retirement accounts and annuities.

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Name beneficiaries on your bank and brokerage accounts. Designate co-ownership and joint ownership of real estate holdings to ensure your properties will pass as intended.

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Appoint persons you trust to be your children’s, parents’, or your own guardians in the event of death, incapacity, or absence. Designate a trusted agent to make legal, financial, and business decisions for you in the event that you can’t.

Protect your assets and beneficiaries in the event of bankruptcy, lawsuits, or debt left behind at death.

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Plan distribution of your assets in detail, minimize estate tax, and specify any other instructions to be carried out. Manage, protect, and minimize taxation of your inheritance to minors or persons with disabilities.

√ Tax Plan

Take advantage of tax opportunities resulting from depressed asset values and low interest rates. This list is not comprehensive, nor does everyone need all documents listed. The information is general and is not intended to be, and should not be considered, legal advice. For specific questions please consult an attorney. James Burdi is a partner in Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP’s Trusts and Estates and Elder Law Practices. He can be reached at jburdi@ vmmlegal.com and 516.437.4385 x130.

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F.D. responds to blaze on Manchester Road At 10:40 a.m. on May 14, the Wantagh Fire Department arrived on the scene of a house fire at 2445 Manchester Road in Wantagh. Chief of Department Ken Kelly was first on the scene two minutes after the call was received. He reported a “signal 10” working fire in a garage attached to the two-storey home. Kelly observed the fire already spreading to the second floor. Power lines hanging near the garage were affected as well, so Kelly immediately contacted PSEG. More Wantagh firefighters arrived at the scene promptly and Engine 694 hooked up to a nearby hydrant in order to attack the fire while Engine Company 5’s crew, led by Fire Lieutenant Ryan Johnston, stretched another hose line and bean attacking the second floor, where the fire had spread. Ladder Company 1, led by Captain Bruce Sparke and Ladder Company 2, led by former Captain Jim Chirillo, conducted searches in the home. No reported injuries to civilians were reported. One firefighter was evaluated from the scene with undisclosed injuries, but refused further medical attention. The main body of the fire was extinguished in about 20 minutes, but because the fire spread to the attic, the incident was not declared fully under control for another 25 minutes. Seaford F.D. Ladder 3m, North Massapequa Ladder 661, Massapequa Engine 6315, East Meadow Engine 612, Levittown Ladder 621 and Massapequa Ambulance 6310 rendered mutual aid assistance. The cause of the blaze was under investigation.

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The WanTagh fire Department responded to a house fire call at 2445 Manchester Road in Wantagh on May 14.

Nassau Coliseum to host drive-in movies NYCB Live announced on May 16 that it would be launching drive-in movie weekends this spring and summer at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale. The first movie screening will be DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls starting on May 29 with multiple show times throughout the weekend. “For the last several weeks we have been speaking with the county to see how we might be able to safely launch a drivein movie theater, and we were very pleased to receive the green light to move forward,” said Nick Vaerewyck, the senior vice president of programming and business operations at NYCB LIVE. “We miss hosting world-class sporting events, concerts, and family-friendly programs that bring people together, and this is the safest way to begin to return to entertaining Long Islanders once again.” The movies will be displayed on a large backlit LED screen outside the venue facing Hempstead turnpike, with audio made available through a partnership with Hofstra radio station, WRHU. “The iconic Coliseum, in the heart of Nassau County, is the perfect backdrop for a drive-in,” said Nassau County Executive Laura Curran. “We welcome this

fun, new entertainment option for our residents looking for family-friendly activities this summer.” NYCB LIVE will have food trucks available in the parking lot to provide guests with food and non-alcoholic beverage options for purchase, though guests are permitted to bring outside snacks onsite. Mobile bathrooms and multiple sanitizing stations will also be available. “While we want to make this a fun experience for everyone, we encourage all guests to take proper social distancing measures on-site. All drivers must be wearing a face covering, and anyone who exits their vehicle must comply with wearing a face covering and abiding by social distancing of six-feet from anyone outside of members from your car,” Vaerewyck added. Attendees are encouraged to buy their tickets in advance at ticketmaster.com/ artist/2756410. Tickets will be $30 per car in advance, or $35 at the gate via credit/ debit only. Guests will be permitted onsite an hour ahead of show times, with limited space available per showing. For more information, visit NYCBLIVE.com. –Brian Stieglitz

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With the opening of state beaches for the Memorial Day weekend, including Jones Beach State Park, a raft of new regulations have been put in place to ensure social distancing and public safety. Town of Hempstead beaches were to remain closed, but this was expected to have scant impact on Seaford and Wantagh, since neither have town beaches. Meanwhile, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio’s announcement that all city beaches would remain closed throughout the Memorial Day weekend drew sharp responses from local elected officials, as city dwellers made plans to head east, potentially inundating Jones Beach and other local destinations. The Nassau County Legislature’s Republican majority followed the Town of Hempstead in limiting access to town and county beaches to Nassau County residents. On May 19, Nassau County Legislator Steve Rhoads, Republican of Bellmore, took to Facebook to voice his displeasure at de Blasio’s move and the crowding it could bring. “Mayor Bill de Blasio’s selfish and irresponsible decision to close NYC Beaches threatens to overrun ours, as NYC residents will flee the Mayor’s latest attempt to limit their freedom, right at the unofficial start of the summer season,” Rhoads wrote. “While County Executive Curran ‘respects’ Bill de Blasio’s decision, I respect the people of Nassau County and their ability to use and enjoy the beaches and facilities their taxes pay

for. That’s why our legislative majority is introducing and will pass an emergency measure restricting anyone other than Nassau County residents from using our Nassau County beaches, until Mayor de Blasio lifts his ban.” Throughout Nassau County towns have passed beach restrictions on nonresidents. Beaches such as Nickerson Beach Park in Lido Beach, Tobay Beach in Massapequa, Long Beach Park, Town Park at Lido Beach and Point Lookout will all be affected. State parks, including Jones, Gilgo and Robert Moses beaches, were open to nonresidents, but they would be limited to 50 percent of normal capacity, with strict social distancing in force, including wearing masks when such distancing is not possible, and restricting group contact activities like beach volleyball. The price of parking passes varied. Some municipalities, like North Hempstead, waived parking fees altogether for the weekend; others, like Massapequa, charged $20 and up for daily permits. Lifeguards were scheduled to be on duty on the weekend but would not be on station on weekdays. Concern for their safety prompted extended negotiations with the union that represented them in the run-up to the weekend, according to news reports throughout the week. Although they were to be provided with extra protective gear, including scuba masks, it was not possible to guarantee their safety under all circumstances. New signage is being placed around beach entrances as all beaches prepare for Memorial Day weekend.

Governor Cuomo rang the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange Tuesday, Phase Two: Professional services, the first day the trading floor was open in two months because of the coronavirus finance and insurance, retail, administrapandemic. The symbolic gesture came on tive support, and real estate, rental and the same day the Mid-Hudson Valley leasing. started Phase One reopening of its econoPhase Three: Restaurants and food my, and only one day before services, beyond takeout and Long Island was to begin the delivery. first phase. Phase Four: Arts, enterAs of May 24, Long Island tainment and recreation, and had still not met two of the education. seven criteria to start Phase One; it had not seen a 14-day If the number of deaths, decline in hospital deaths, hospitalizations and new and it did not have a suffiCovid-19 cases remains stable cient number of contract or declines for two weeks, a tracers in place to identify region can move on to the Covid-19 hot spots and isolate next phase of reopening. them. As of May 26, it had To prepare for Phase One seen the necessary drop in reopening, the governor said deaths, and was bringing the over the Memorial Day weeklast of the required contact end, the Long Island Rail tracers on board, enabling the Road was sanitizing its trains Island to reopen May 27, and adding cars to them to according to the governor. enable riders to spread out When Long Island more. A Herald tour of South reopens, that will only leave Shore LIRR stations during New York City to start Phase rush hourlast Thursday One among the state’s 10 found only a handful of ridregions. It was unclear, how- Gov. aNDReW ers at any one station. ever, when the city would be Cuomo Cuomo emphasized that able to begin. As of May 24, it personal behavior will deterhad met four of the seven criteria. It did not have enough available mine the success — or failure — of the hospital beds and intensive care beds, and reopening process. “The trajectory,” he said Tuesday, “is decided by people.” needed more contact tracers. He repeated that people should: Also of concern, the governor said, New York City was still seeing especially ■ Wear masks in public spaces. high Covid-19 infection rates in minority neighborhoods — at times as high has 40 ■ Wash hands frequently. percent, compared to the city-wide aver- ■ Maintain social distance. age of 20 percent. “We want [the] economy to come roarReopening the economy will play out ing back,” he said. by region in four phases:

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democracy-doesn’t-resemble-Americaanymore. These mean thoughts float around me, and it requires a concentrated effort to acknowledge the threats and then create a decent hour or a good day or a peaceful night. What I’ve discovered is that music is often the magic that breaks through the numbness and actually brings joy into the moment, or allows a few cathartic tears. For us Boomers, rock ’n’ roll is still the bomb. It zooms us directly back to memories of being young and fearless and in the thick of it. Of not being trapped in a pandemic. So many of the lyrics were dopey but they’re attached to the one great philosophical question in life: Why must I be a teenager in love??? Last week, someone sent me a video montage of New York City with Frank Sinatra singing “New York, New York.” It didn’t feature a deserted Times Square or an empty subway car; it showed the prepandemic frenzy and fun, the tumult of the crowds and the street vendors and the joggers. Sinatra went deep into These little town blues/Are melting away/I’ll make a brand

new start of it/In old New York/If I can make it there/I’ll make it anywhere/It’s up to you/New York, New York. Corny as hell, but it did what no amount of thinking things through could do: It made me feel. It brought tears. Maybe music will help you get through. I’ve heard that several area hospitals pipe “Here Comes the Sun” over the P.A. system every time they discharge a Covid19 patient. Nice. I took myself for a walk a few days ago, and was listening to a bunch of music I had downloaded. Up came “We Shall Overcome,” sung by Peter, Paul and Mary. Deep in my heart/I do believe/We shall overcome, some day. So, yes, I was that woman walking and belting out the great civil rights anthem. Opera houses and entertainment halls, ballet companies and theaters are all offering online performances, many for free. If you can settle your mind into it, you can catch “La Traviata” in the privacy of your home, or stream anything from rock to metal to show tunes. Bach or Beyoncé, it’s all good medicine. Other lyrics weave different spells. When I was a kid, the Jerry Lewis Tele-

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thon was a really big deal over Labor Day Weekend. We went to my Aunt Zelda’s house, where our whole melodramatic family watched Jerry singing and crying his eyes out. We loved every minute of the cheesy sentimentality. We all waited for it: At the very end, Jerry would sing “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” by Rodgers and Hammerstein, and audiences across the country would weep and the money would pour in. It was a thorough cleansing of the soul and the tear ducts. Two Sundays ago, with Jerry dead now for years and telethons not so popular anymore, I saw a full-page ad in The New York Times, a tribute to Columbia University’s graduating class of 2020. It mentioned that Hammerstein had graduated from Columbia in 1916. Rodgers, it said, graduated in 1923. It shared the lyrics that the iconic team had written in 1945: Walk on through the wind, Walk on through the rain, Though your dreams be tossed and blown. Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart, And you’ll never walk alone! You’ll never walk alone. “We walk on, together,” the ad said. Copyright 2019 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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with the vital information they need to make informed decisions in order to protect themselves and their families, while celebrating the many triumphs over adversity and mourning those we have lost. Our longtime editors and reporters say this has been, without doubt, the fastestmoving story they have covered, and there are members of our staff who have been in the news business 30 and, in some cases, 40 years. That’s saying something. The Covid-19 pandemic has challenged us, frustrated us and, at times, broken our hearts. It’s never easy to write an obituary, but during times such as this, it’s especially difficult. The virus has taken too many good people too soon. Telling their stories is our solemn duty, but it is heart-wrenching. As we move on to the next chapter in this ever-changing drama, we’ll do our utmost to keep you informed. Thank you for making that mission possible.

letters Thanks for the common sense, Randi To the Editor: Every Friday I thumb through the Herald to get to Randi Kreiss’s weekly entry, knowing that I will see support for my thoughts and views. I registered as a Republican back in the ’80s, when politicians at least displayed an outward dignity and respect for the jobs we gave them to do. Out of laziness, I haven’t changed my political designation, so the Trump trash still crosses my threshold. (There hasn’t been much lately, which seems odd, when the staged campaign love-ins can’t be held. I guess they don’t want to know the truth?) I read a New York Times article recently about how the coronavirus has affected Russian doctors and

of us all. Some will give more than others. Some will even give their lives in service to others. During World War II, when the fate of the nation and world were at stake, people asked what they could do for their country. Now we find ourselves facing a hostile aggressor that has attacked around the globe. The question each of us must ask is, what can we do to help? That might mean holding a fundraiser, volunteering for or donating to a food pantry, making personal protective equipment for others or just wearing a mask in public. Whatever the case, even though so many of us are asked to stay at home, we are all in this fight together.

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he coronavirus will be with us for the foreseeable future. The shutdown we have been struggling with has been painful, inconvenient and sad. We have seen loved ones and pillars of our communities die suddenly of a virus no one knew about a year ago. Classes are being held online, and graduations have been canceled. Businesses deemed non-essential were ordered closed overnight. Thirty-six million Americans — two million of them in New York — have applied for unemLaUra ployment benefits. sCHaeFer There is no precedent for the devastation of our local economy. The silver lining is that the shutdown lowered the curve, as intended. A few weeks ago, my daily updates from the Nassau County Department of Health included the danger of hospitals being overwhelmed because of a shortage of ventilators, the county morgue being filled beyond capacity and the county running out of body bags. Today those dangers have been alleviated. There was a daily effort to ensure that

the brave men and women who were on the front lines, battling the effects of this virus — doctors, nurses, police officers, ambulance drivers and other first responders — had the necessary equipment to protect themselves and their families. This effort extended to getting PPE to those who were working in essential businesses, like supermarkets and funeral homes. The question now is, when will we be able to reopen other businesses? I agree that opening too early may pose a danger to our health, but opening too late poses a danger as well, and I’m afraid that is what we are starting to experience now. I have already heard from business owners who will be closing their doors for good. I shudder as I drive past so many that have been unable to open in any capacity since March. I understand the need to limit the number of people exposed to this horrible virus, but when do we get to be personally responsible again? We have learned the importance of social distancing, hand washing and wearing masks to limit the spread of Covid-19. We have learned about mitigating the risks as much as possible, and for the most part, we have been respectful of one another. Signs in essential businesses

ive us the opportunity to get back to some semblance of the lives we used to live.

LeTTers health care workers. With a little editing, the story could just as well have been about this country. It’s frightening that the lies and cover-ups in Russia are so similar to what’s been coming out of the White House. Thankfully, in this country we aren’t automatons, and can think for ourselves and get a job done when government fails us. I’m very dismayed that Dr. Anthony Fauci is being silenced. We need truth now more than anything! The first reaction I had when the pandemic was declared was of the plagues during the Middle Ages. Everything changed then, as it is doing now. This is God’s way of slapping us across the face and saying, “Wake up!” — and in so many ways we are waking up. We’ve changed the way we work and learn; shown more love and tolerance to family, friends and neighbors; given the environment a much-needed break; gained more respect and appreciation for teachers, law enforcement and health care workers; changed our views on universal health care and salaries; and seen the true colors of our elected officials, to name just a few. Then I thought of what some have deemed horrible possibilities: Is this nature’s way of “culling the herd” to protect herself ? Why are some “chosen” to die and others not? What if we never had war, famine, disease, ethnic cleansings? How many people would populate the earth now — or would we have become

remind us of how customers and employees can protect themselves and others. So why aren’t we allowing other businesses to do that as well? If someone can make an appointment to buy a car, why can’t they make an appointment to get their hair cut, using the same precautions? It seems to me that barbershops and hair salons are a great example of businesses that can open safely under specific, stringent guidelines: wear masks and gloves, and limit the number of customers allowed inside. That’s it. If the guidelines aren’t followed, a business owner runs the risk of being shut down. Restaurants should similarly be able to reopen with limited capacity, if that’s even profitable for them, and for many it won’t be. But without the option of reopening before we reach seemingly random benchmarks, these businesses face losing thousands of dollars a day. Every “shut-down” day brings them one day closer to closing forever. Many municipalities are developing a “circuit breaker” approach to reopening, in which a shutdown would be reinstituted if there were a sudden surge in Covid cases. That protocol could easily be put in place. Perhaps it will be, but when? Small business owners are our neigh-

bors, and many are active in our communities, sponsoring our Little Leagues and community events. And many of them have told me they may never reopen if we don’t provide them with a way to do so in a smart, effective and safe manner now — not a month from now. They understand that if they don’t take safety precautions, there are customers who won’t enter their stores or utilize their services, which will only result in more lost revenue. Some people will not go out to any store until they feel completely safe. That’s their prerogative as well. It’s a personal choice, and I believe we’re all ready to make those kinds of choices. I don’t disagree that if we start to see a resurgence of coronavirus cases, we will have to make adjustments. But give us the opportunity to get back to living some semblance of the lives we used to live. Let’s get back to feeling in control and safe again, because we will be vigilant about safety, and expect — and even demand — that of others. Wear a mask, wear gloves, cover yourself from head to toe if that makes you feel safest. When the vaccine is finally available, it will be a game-changer. But let people make up their own minds, so we can get back to business before our economy reaches the point of no return. Laura Schaefer is a Nassau County legislator representing the 14th District.

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extinct long ago? Fortunately, and unfortunately, I won’t be around to see what results in generations to come, but I’m very interested, and almost excited, to see what happens in my lifetime. Thank you, Randi, for our weekly Common Sense class, and keep up the great work! VIVIENNE SMITH Sea Cliff

Which Queens guy puts the other to shame? To the Editor: Re Jerry Kremer’s column “Cuomo puts the other guy from Queens to shame” (April 30-May 6): There certainly is no comparison between Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Donald J. Trump. One is a typical politician, much like Kremer, and the other is a businessman who accomplishes things he promises. Where has Kremer been the past three years? Under this president, we have had the best economy, more people working, fewer people on welfare, a history-making stock market and on and on. Cuomo praised President Trump for sending aid that he requested, including the hospital ship Comfort, in record time, only to hoard the ventilators and

We can smell it from here — Oyster Bay

hardly use the Comfort. The arrogant Mr. “America was never that great” Cuomo sent Covid-19 patients to nursing homes. Because of his stupidity, many elderly people died. No, Cuomo is at the bottom of the list of governors, only one above that incompetent governor of Michigan. If Kremer would get his face out of

the fake news and think for himself, he would find that President Trump is working tirelessly for the America people. I look forward to another four years of his leadership. CHARLES VAN HORN Glen Head

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