INCORPORATING THE WEST HEMPSTEAD
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Cathy Buckley has been running Cat’s Meow Handmade art Jewelry, making all her pieces by hand, since 2013.
New crafts at farmer's market
Local Long Island brands get the spotlight
By NOAH PERETZ
nperetz@liherald.com
Crossroads Farm at Grossmann’s held its first artisan market of the spring season on Sunday. The market featured booths run by local brands, all of which used their crafts to alleviate personal struggles, which inspired the creation of their brands.
Shamisa Élysée created Shea Élysée, a shea butter brand, motivated by her own struggles with skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis. Élysée was interested in creating natural products, so she combined her hobby with her personal challenge to create the product. “I was prescribed a lot of harsh medication,” she said, “and it never worked.”
Élysée, a 2025 graduate of SUNY Oswego, created the shea butter when she was a 17-year-old student in high school in Lynbrook. She and a niece were both dealing with skin problems, and her niece had aggressive allergic reactions to other medicines.
“I made this shea butter with the intention to alleviate pain from skin conditions, like the eczema my niece had,” Élysée recounted. “I like to take my own terrible experience and use it to help other people with the same skin problems.”
The customer that Élysée said stood out to her the most was a man whose daughter had autism and was sensitive to most other skin products. “Her skin would crack and bleed because she wouldn’t use any other products,” Élysée said. “Her dad tried our shea butter on her skin, and she said she liked it. He told me, ‘She actually said yes when I asked her if she liked it. Her favorite word is no.’”
Élysée’s sister, Samantha, is a nurse in a hospital oncology ward. “She says the hospital lotion doesn’t work on some cancer patients’ skin, so she uses our product,” Élysée said. “Doctors also need to wash their hands constantly, so our product works well for their dry skin, too.”
Caring for caregivers with Sunrise Assoc.
Sunrise Association, medical center support families of children with cancer
By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com
The Sunrise Association in Oceanside and Cohen Children’s Medical Center expanded a program designed to support parents and caregivers of childhood cancer survivors, bringing dozens of families together at Sunrise Day Camp— Long Island for the first joint “Closing the Umbrella: Caring for the Caregiver” symposium on May 3.
The free event welcomed more than 40 parents and caregivers for workshops, discussions and peer support sessions focused on the emotional and mental challenges families face after a child completes cancer treatment.
While the adults attended the symposium, more than 160 children participated in a companion Sunrise Sunday camp program filled with games, activities and social opportunities.
Ebecome less frequent. She described the transition into survivorship as emotionally complicated for caregivers, many of whom spend months or years focused entirely on helping their child survive.
“It’s as though these caregivers have just run a marathon and stopped cold,” she said. “They’ve been in constant fight-or-flight mode. Once therapy stops, there’s finally time to process the trauma, but there aren’t many programs focused specifically on the caregivers. This program is about helping families process, reconnect and move forward together.”
very trauma changes who you are, but by connecting other families and reframing the experience, they can grow from it and help others.
Dr. Carolyn Fein Levy, head of the Pediatric Solid Tumor Program at Cohen Children’s and a childhood cancer survivor herself, founded the program in 2024. The initiative was established in memory of her mother, Paula Fein, in collaboration with Survivors Facing Forward, the hospital’s long-term follow-up program for childhood cancer survivors, led by Dr. Lenat Joffe.
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Head of the Pediatric Solid Tumor Program, Cohen Children’s Medical Center
Fein Levy said families often lose a critical support network once active treatment ends and hospital visits
According to Fein Levy, children returning to school after treatment often receive structured support through social workers, psychologists and child-life specialists, while parents are frequently left to process the trauma on their own.
“The child goes back to school and has a whole reentry process,” she explained. “But nobody actually helps the parents reenter their environment.”
The symposium aimed to address that gap by giving caregivers tools for their own wellness while also helping them navigate survivorship issues, including fear of relapse, emotional trauma and longterm effects of treatment.
“There’s no more normal,” Fein Levy said. “Your life becomes a new normal, and it’s hard to share that with people
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LIRR worker's strike looms as union-MTA talks continue
By BRIAN KACHARABA bkacharaba@liherald.com
With less than a week remaining before a potential Long Island Rail Road strike set for midnight Saturday, negotiations between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and a coalition of rail unions remain ongoing, with both sides offering sharply different assessments of progress.
At the center of the dispute are pay and working conditions. Union leaders are seeking a retroactive 9.5 wage increase over the past three years and an additional 5% raise beginning this year.
The MTA, meanwhile, is offering raises but is also seeking changes to work rules and productivity standards in return, saying it must control costs and protect the system’s long-term financial stability.
The sides were scheduled to meet again on Monday.
The dispute involves more than 3,500 workers represented by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen; the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers–Transportation Division; the Transportation Communications Union/IAM; the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen; and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
Two Presidential Emergency Boards were convened between September 2025 and last March to help resolve the dis -
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With a May 16 strike deadline approaching, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and a coalition of Long Island Rail Road unions continue negotiations over wages and work rules for more than 3,500 employees, as both sides remain divided despite ongoing talks.
pute. Both boards sided with the unions, rejecting the MTA’s proposed work rule changes and recommending wage increases, helping set the stage for the current standoff.
At a press conference in New York City on May 8, MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber said he believes progress has been made in negotiations but acknowledged a deal has not yet been reached.
“I do think progress has been made,” he said. “We had a very long meeting yesterday and I would say we are closer, although we’re not there yet.”
Lieber urged the unions to avoid a strike, warning of financial conse -
quences for workers.
“At this point, we’re getting close enough that it would be, I think, crazy for the workforce who is looking for more money to throw it away by going on a strike,” he said. “Remember, if you go on a strike for a day, that’s one out of roughly 260 days of pay. Pretty quickly, that starts to wipe out the small increments that we’re still trying to negotiate out.”
Union leaders, however, said in a May 8 statement that negotiations made no progress and accused the MTA of failing to offer acceptable wage terms.
“What was presented did not move us closer to a settlement,” said Jeff Klein, general chairman of IBEW Local 589.
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“Every day, as a result of MTA’s phony surface bargaining, we move closer to the May 16 strike date.”
Shaun O’Connor, general chairman of IAM District 19, said talks have been slowmoving.
“We’re running out of time here,” he said. “The MTA is still showing a lack of urgency. We practically had to drag them back to the bargaining table this week and what they’ve offered can be best described as ‘too little, too late.’”
Kevin Sexton, vice president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, said workers want a contract that reflects rising costs.
“Our members are very frustrated,” he said. “They have gone years without a raise, and they want the trains to keep moving. But they won’t agree to a concessionary contract when the cost of living on Long Island has dramatically increased.”
Lieber disputed those characterizations.
“I don’t think it’s accurate,” he said. “I don’t want to get into a debate. It’s their turn to come back and respond to the new proposals that have been put on the table.”
He also said the MTA has already put money on the table.
“It’s money in the pockets of the families that they represent,” Lieber said. “No one’s playing gimmicks, but we’ve got this money on the table. Don’t hurt your workforce. Let’s make a deal.”
The unions also held a rally May 9 at the Massapequa LIRR station as part of a “Day of Action to Protest MTA’s Inaction.”
Just off the Cross Island Parkway, shop designer fashion finds from Coach, lululemon, Valentino, and more, at up to 65% off every day.
Dine at award-winning restaurants, stroll through pedestrian-only streets, and turn a quick trip into a day’s escape.
Cosmetics at Crossroads
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She empathizes with people with skin conditions, and how they present themselves publicly. It impacted how she designed her product’s container. “It’s embarrassing to go to CVS and pull a clinical-looking white bottle off a shelf,” she said. “Our product’s presentation helps people feel like they’re taking care of themselves instead of medically treating something wrong with them.”
The market also featured two jewelry booths. Cheryl Mirkin owns and runs Upcycled Vintage Vibe Earrings, selling in markets across the Northeast. She uses materials that would otherwise be discarded to create the jewelry — film rolls, bottle caps, computer keys and puzzle pieces, among many other materials.
“Everything had a previous life before I turned them into earrings,” Mirkin said. “The very first pair of earrings I made were made of zipper pulls from a pair of boots I had to throw away. I really liked those boots, and wanted to keep a part of them.”
Mirkin is a graphic designer, and said she lost a lot of business during the pandemic, so she expanded her jewelry-making business. “During Covid, a lot of my business disappeared, so I started selling the earrings more,” she said. “The business has grown a lot since then — there are over 80 different objects that I upcycle.”
One pair of earrings Mirkin takes
special pride in is made of Susan B. Anthony postage stamps imprinted with ‘Suffrage for Women’ at the bottom. “It is unfortunate now, 100 years later, that there are people still fighting for their voting rights in this country,” she said. Mirkin has long been aware of the waste that people produce daily, and prefers to make use of things that are often discarded. “When people see my things, they realize that they don’t have to throw everything away,” she said. “There’s just so much stuff in landfills. We really need to think about not letting so much go to waste.”
Cathy Buckley started Cat’s Meow Handmade Art Jewelry in 2013. A nurse by trade, she started making jewelry on the side after taking a jewelry-making class. “I would bring what I made in the class to my colleagues,” she said.
Buckley is self-taught, and has taken metalsmithing as well as jewelry-making and jewelry enameling classes to improve her craft. “I make all my stuff from flat sheets of metal,” she explained.
Buckley’s son has cerebral palsy and needs constant care, so she makes her jewelry to de-stress between her responsibilities at work and at home. “I do this to keep myself sane,” she said. “My son has a lot of needs, and I have to help him with his challenges, so it’s just a break from that.”
The artisan market is expected to run through September, on June 14, July 12, August 9, and September 13.
Shamisa Elysee created Shea Elysee to help with her own skin issues, but ended up creating a business with major outreach.
Helping young families heal
Staff members of Cohen Children’s Medical Center and the Sunrise Association in Oceanside gather at Sunrise Day Camp–Long Island for the "Closing the Umbrella: Caring for the Caregiver" symposium on May 3. From left are Theresa Jean Mayr, nurse; Amy Nadel; Dr. Carolyn Fein Levy; Dr. Lenat Joffe; Patricia Shulman, social worker; and Bonnie Flatow, Sunrise’s senior vice president for hospital and community services.
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who haven’t experienced it.”
This year marked the first partnership between Northwell Health’s Cohen Children’s Medical Center and the Sunrise Association, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Oceanside that provides free camp programs, hospital activities and year-round services for children with cancer and their siblings.
Arnie Preminger, president and CEO of Sunrise Association, said the collaboration aligned closely with Sunrise’s mission of supporting the entire family.
“For 20 years, Sunrise has focused on bringing back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings,” Preminger said. “Closing the Umbrella is a natural extension of our mission, providing parents and caretakers tools and resources to navigate the post-treatment years.”
Founded in 2006, the Sunrise Association operates 14 full-summer day camps across the United States and Israel — serving about 2,600 campers annually — along with hospital-based and virtual programming. All services are offered free of charge.
Bonnie Flatow, Sunrise’s senior vice president for hospital and community services, noted that Sunrise differs from many traditional pediatric cancer camp programs because siblings are included in every aspect of its services.
“Sometimes the siblings are forgotten,” she said. “It can be a very fragile and uncertain time for families to go
back into society. We have made it our mission to include siblings of children with cancer in every program we have.”
During the May 3 symposium, caregivers attended presentations, group discussions and peer-led sessions while children participated in recreational camp activities nearby, at the Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds in Wheatley Heights.
Fein Levy said creating a community among caregivers is one of the most important aspects of the program.
“There’s comfort in talking to people who truly understand your new normal,” she said. “Even if every family’s story is different, there’s a shared understanding that’s hard to find elsewhere.”
Flatow echoed the sentiment, emphasizing that “not only was it a learning experience, but it was another form of camaraderie that was established between parents going through the same journey.”
Attendance at this year’s symposium doubled from the inaugural event held at Cohen Children’s in 2024 and was sponsored by the Frances and Gertrude Levett Foundation in honor of Cooper Graham and his family.
Fein Levy said she hopes caregivers leave the experience feeling supported and empowered.
“I want parents to know they are not alone,” she said. “Every trauma changes who you are, but by connecting other families and reframing the experience, they can grow from it and help others.”
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FROM OUR TEAM TO DOROTHY RENZ AND ALL OF THE OTHER HONOREES
DOROTHY
RENZ
Dorothy Renz is a partner at Duffy & Duffy. She practices personal injury law with a concentration in medical malpractice. Ms. Renz sits on the Associate Board of Directors of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. She is the vice chair of the Medical Legal Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association.
She earned the Silver Pro Bono Service Award at St. John’s University, awarded for dedicating more than 50 hours of pro bono work throughout her law school career. Her service included aiding victims of domestic violence in obtaining temporary orders of protection against their abusers. She also presently volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children in Nassau County.
Ms. Renz graduated from Boston College in 2006 with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. She attended St. John’s University School of Law, where she earned her J.D. in 2010. She is admitted to practice law in New York State. She is also admitted in Pennsylvania
Top lawyers of Long Island honored at annual gala
By ABBEY SALVEMINI asalvemini@liherald.com
The Herald Top Lawyers of Long Island Awards Gala transformed The Heritage Club at Bethpage into a lively gathering of the region’s legal community, where polished professionalism met an atmosphere of celebration.
The evening opened with a cocktail reception, where attorneys, sponsors and guests mingled, reconnecting with colleagues and forming new connections ahead of the formal program. A portion of the proceeds from the event will also be donated to the Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County.
As attendees made their way into the ballroom, the atmosphere shifted to one of recognition and reflection, setting the tone for a night centered on honoring excellence in the legal field.
Richner Communications CEO Stuart Richner called the event “a celebration of an extraordinary group of professionals who represent the very best of the legal community.” Richner also recognized Steno as the evening’s presenting sponsor, noting its continued support of the legal community.
Suffolk County Chief Assistant District Attorney Allen Bode also addressed the audience, opening with light humor as he apologized for District Attorney Ray Tierney’s absence before reflecting on his colleague’s leadership and career. Bode highlighted Tierney’s more than 30 years as a prosecutor and emphasized his role in advancing major cases, particularly the Gilgo Beach investigation, where improved collaboration proved critical.
“The real problem was that different agencies weren’t working together,” Bode said.
He noted that the coordinated effort led to rapid progress and ultimately a strong, evidence-based case, adding, “A sister of one of the victims told us that before the arrest, every time she left her house she wondered if [Rex] was across the street watching, now she doesn’t have to wonder anymore.”
As awards were presented and applause filled the room, honorees reflected on both the personal and professional meaning behind their recognition, many emphasizing the human impact of their work beyond the courtroom.
Dorothy Renz of Duffy & Duffy, PLLC spoke about the tangible difference her work makes in clients’ lives, noting that the most rewarding part of her career is seeing real outcomes. “You can see how it helps them. It benefits people on a real
level,” she said, adding that success in the legal field requires deep commitment and a willingness to take on challenges head-on.
Gayle Damiano of Steno underscored the importance of connection in a relationship-driven industry, describing the event as “an excellent entryway into meeting a large number of law firms” as the company continues to expand in New York. Surrounded by both familiar faces and new contacts, she pointed to networking as a cornerstone of growth in a service-based business.
Among the evening’s standout honorees were Stuart L. Finz, CaraMia R. Hart, and Brandon S. Finz of Finz & Finz, P.C., who were recognized for Trial Team of the Year. Reflecting on the achievement, Stuart L. Finz credited the collective effort behind the win. “You can’t win a case unless you have a superb team, nobody can do it by themselves,” he said, emphasizing the collaboration required to succeed at the highest level.
Joseph Milizio of Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP reflected on
his firm’s continued recognition, emphasizing a commitment to both excellence and client care. “The VMM team works diligently to provide our clients with the very best legal counsel and representation,” he said. “Whether it’s a private or business client, there are two things we never compromise on: the quality of our legal service and the personal attention the client receives, from start to finish.”
Alexander Sklavos also spoke about the personal significance of the honor, particularly within his area of practice. “Being recognized in matrimonial law is especially meaningful to us as a husband-andwife team,” he said. “There is an undeniable irony in that, but also a deep sense of purpose.”
Brooke McDonald of Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro, LLP described the honor as a reflection of her purpose within the legal field. “This profession gives me a purpose to help people and be their voice,” she said, pointing to the fulfillment that comes from advocating for others and working alongside a strong, collaborative team.
Brian A. Tully, founder and managing partner of Tully Law Group, P.C., echoed the theme of impact, noting that the recognition extends beyond individual achievement. “It acknowledges the time, the effort, the expertise and how much we’ve been able to help the community,” he said, adding that his work in elder law is deeply personal, inspired by his grandparents and family experiences. He emphasized his firm’s commitment to serving families through a holistic approach to elder law.
As the evening unfolded, a clear theme resonated among both honorees and speakers: success in the legal profession goes beyond technical expertise, grounded instead in empathy, resilience and a true dedication to serving others.
Conversations carried on over dinner, where attendees exchanged insights, experiences and advice, further strengthening the sense of community that shaped the night. To learn more, see additional photos and view the complete list of honorees, visit richnerlive.com.
Tim Baker/Herald Honorees and their guests enjoyed the private cocktail hour prior to the awards gala.
Chief Assistant District Attorney, Allen Bode, delivering a keynote speech.
Brooke McDonald of Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro, LLP with her Rising Star award.
Jason A. Greenberg of JAG Law Group with his award in Personal Injury.
Stuart Richner with Andrew B. Woolf, left, and Jonathan R. Klee of Klee Woolf Goldman & Filpi, LLP.
Stuart Richner, right, with Alexander Sklavos of Sklavos Law Group accepting his award in Family Law.
Trial Team of the Year honorees CaraMia R. Hart, left, Brandon S. Finz, and Stuart L. Finz of Finz & Finz, P.C. with their award.
Dorothy Renz of Duffy & Duffy, PLLC walking to stage to accept her award in Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice.
The team at Vishnick McGovern Milizio, LLP with their award for Top Law Firm (Under 20 Employees).
Stuart Richner, right, with Gil Aldad of The Law Office of Gilad Aldad accepting his award in Real Estate.
The team at Schroder & Strom, LLP with their award for Top Tax Certiorari Law Firm.
Why Long Island Law Firms Are Rethinking Their Court Reporting Partners
Coordinating schedules across multiple parties, managing remote and hybrid proceedings, handling exhibits seamlessly during testimony, locating critical statements across volumes of transcripts— the logistical demands of modern depositions are daunting. Yet too many Long Island-area firms are still working with court reporting services that haven’t evolved beyond delivering transcripts and hoping you’ll figure out the rest.
The Hidden Cost of Outdated Workflows
The traditional approach costs more than most firms realize. Schedule a deposition, show up, receive a transcript weeks later, and manually search through hundreds of pages for that one critical admission. Attorneys and paralegals spend countless hours on administrative work that could be spent on case strategy. The most progressive firms recognize that their court reporting partner should function as a litigation support system, with technology that actually reduces workload rather than adds to it.
The Remote Deposition Reality
The surge in remote depositions isn’t temporary, and more
and more attorneys are deposing witnesses virtually or managing hybrid proceedings that combine in-person and remote participants. The firms succeeding in this new normal have court reporting partners with purpose-built technology for seamless exhibit handling, real-time collaboration and zero technical complications.
When your court reporting service provides integrated exhibit handling directly within video platforms, with private previews and autonumbering, it eliminates the chaos of “Can everyone see Exhibit 47?” moments that derail deposition flow. When your firm dashboard provides 24/7 access to scheduling, transcripts, and video files going back seven years, your team can pull case materials instantly instead of making phone calls and waiting for responses.
What Modern Litigation Support Actually Looks Like
Consider the reality of preparing for a complex motion or trial. You need to review testimony from multiple depositions, identify inconsistencies in witness statements, and locate key admissions buried in thousands of
pages of transcripts. Traditionally, this meant junior associates spending hours with highlighters and sticky notes.
Advanced AI-powered transcript analysis tools can now accomplish in minutes what used to take days. Semantic search capabilities let you find testimony based on concepts and meaning, not just keywords. Automated analysis identifies contradictions and patterns across multiple transcripts. These aren’t theoretical conveniences, they’re practical tools that Long Island firms are using to build stronger cases more efficiently.
The Concierge Difference
Technology matters, but so does the human element. Firms recognize that having a dedicated account manager who understands their preferences and workflows eliminates the repetitive explanations that waste time with transactional vendors. When you can get a non-automated response to requests within an hour, you’re not left scrambling when last-minute scheduling changes arise.
Complimentary conference rooms in major metropolitan areas,
deposition links sent the same day you book, and white-glove service delivered by legal and technology experts— these details may seem small individually, but collectively they represent the difference between a vendor and a true litigation partner.
Making the Switch
For Long Island law firms evaluating their court reporting relationships, the question is straightforward: Is your current partner helping you work more efficiently, or are they simply fulfilling orders? The legal market is competitive enough without handicapping yourself with outdated litigation support.
Learn more about how Steno delivers exceptional court reporting and cutting-edge litigation technology to law firms nationwide. Visit Steno.com or contact us to discuss your firm’s needs.
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Adult education to expand
print reading, machining and quality fundamentals, and includes guest speakers and field trips to local manufacturers. Students who complete the program earn a Society of Manufacturing Engineers/ToolingU Manufacturing Associate Certificate.
The Clinical Medical Assistant-Intensive course prepares students for certification exams in medical assisting, electrocardiography and phlebotomy, and includes a 160-hour supervised clinical externship with partnering Long Island hospitals and medical facilities.
Nassau BOCES Adult Education is expanding its career and technical training offerings for the 2026-27 school year and will host an open house next month for prospective students to learn more about its workforce development programs.
The open house is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Joseph M. Barry Career and Technical Education Center, 1196 Prospect Ave. in Westbury.
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet instructors, tour classrooms and explore programs designed to prepare adults for in-demand careers on Long Island.
Among the featured courses are Foundations of Manufacturing, Clinical Medical Assistant-Intensive, Nail and Wax Technician, and Barbering Technician.
The manufacturing program is a onesemester course covering shop safety, blue-
Nassau BOCES is also offering training for students seeking careers in the beauty industry through its Nail and Wax Technician course, which covers manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, waxing and infection control, as well as its Barbering Technician program, which provides the 500 instructional hours required to sit for the New York State licensing exam.
“We are excited to introduce these exceptional programs for the upcoming school year,” Brad Slepian, supervisor of Nassau BOCES Adult Education, said in a statement. “We are committed to offering relevant and high-quality education that prepares our students for rewarding careers.”
Registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open. Nassau BOCES officials said seating is limited and encouraged interested students to apply early.
For more information, visit NassauBoces.org/adulted.
— Jordan Vallone
Courtesy Nassau BOCES
Nassau BOCES Adult Education Clinical Medical Assistant students Jazmine Morales and Gudiel Suazo Claros, learn to take blood pressure readings in this hands-on course.
May 14, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
Public Notices
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, US BANK TRUST
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JANALEE L. CAMPBELL, INDIVIDUALLY AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF WINSTON W. CAMPBELL AND AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF WINSTON W. CAMPBELL, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to an Order Amending Caption Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 30, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on May 27, 2026 at 3:30 p.m., premises known as 32 Bennett Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 34, Block 270 and Lot 34. Approximate amount of judgment is $200,828.83 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #610068/2023. Cash will not be accepted.
Paul Meli, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 159808
Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU
DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FFMLT TRUST 2006-FF3, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF3, -againstGARY BRIFIL, JR., ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on January 30, 2023, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FFMLT TRUST 2006-FF3, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF3 is the Plaintiff and GARY BRIFIL, JR., ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 2, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 22 CORNWALL LANE, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550; and the following tax map identification: 34-436-139. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF HEMPSTEAD, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 611232/2018. Mark Ricciardi, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 159931
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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR VELOCITY COMMERCIAL CAPITAL LOAN TRUST 2016-1, Plaintiff against
JANALEE L. CAMPBELL
ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF WINSTON W. CAMPBELL A/K/A WINSTON WASHINGTON CAMPBELL, DECEASED, et al
Defendant(s)
Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC, 28 Corporate Drive, Suite 104, Halfmoon, NY 12065. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered October 11, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 4, 2026 at 2:30PM. Premises known as 15 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. Sec 34 Block 269 Lot 155, 156, 157, and 158. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village of Hempstead, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $345,166.92 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 607422/2019. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction.
Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”
Heather D. Crosley, Esq., Referee File # 23-000601-01 159927
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF LEGACY
MORTGAGE ASSET
TRUST 2020-GS5, Plaintiff -againstPATRICK BENOIT, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Amended Judgment of
Foreclosure and Sale dated February 14, 2026 and entered on March 24, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the Easterly side of Rutland Road, distant 468.16 feet Northerly to the corner formed by the intersection of the Easterly side of Rutland Road and the Northerly side of Jerusalem Avenue; being a plot 50.05 feet by 116.29 feet by 50.015 feet by 114.25 feet. Said premises known as 178 RUTLAND ROAD, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550 Approximate amount of lien $519,080.34 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 608647/2023.
LISA POCZIK, ESQ., Referee Kosterich & Skeete, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 707 Westchester Ave, Suite 302, White Plains, NY 10604 {* HEMPSTEAD*} 159845
LEGAL NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS IN TAX LIEN FORECLOSURESUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU - NEW YORK LAND DEVELOPMENT CORP., Plaintiff, CLAUDE A. SHIPMAN, JR., et. al., Defendants. Index No. 601904/24. To the above named Defendants -YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action within twenty days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service or within thirty days after service is completed if the summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. Plaintiffs designate Nassau
County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the county in which the property, with respect to which a judgment is sought, is situated. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to the Order of the Hon. Randy Sue Marber, J.S.C., dated April 8, 2026. The object of this action is to quiet title and declare Plaintiff the record holder and owner of a real property located at Section 34 Block 269 Lot 193 F/K/A Lot 190 and 191, on the Tax Map of Nassau County and also known as No # Bennett Street, Hempstead, New York 11550, and bar the defendants from all claims and interests in the property.
Dated: April 24, 2026 BRONSTER, LLP, Attorney for Plaintiff New York Land Development Corp By: Leonid Krechmer, Esq. 156 West 56th Street, Suite 703 New York, NY 10019 (212) 558-9300 160055
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. DAVID FINE AND DAN AIZER, Pltfs. Vs. 65 LAYFAYETTE LLC, et al, Defts. Index #610042/2024. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered April 6, 2026, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a 65 Lafayette Avenue, Hempstead, NY a/k/a Section 34, Block 206, Lot 458. Approximate amount of judgment is $640,517.00 plus costs and interest. The foreclosure auction will be held, “rain or shine.” Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. JOHN BOKLAK, Referee. DEUTSCH & SCHNEIDER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 79-37 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale, NY 11385. File No. I-407#102924 160057
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. LOAN FUNDER LLC, SERIES 58643, Pltf. vs. HS HOMES 88 58 LLC, et al, Defts. Index #606303/2025. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered April 3, 2026, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a 18 Perry Street, Hempstead, NY 11550 a/k/a Section 34, Block 482, Lots 430-432. Approximate amount of judgment is $622,437.99 plus costs and interest. The foreclosure auction will be held, “rain or shine.” Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. JOHN BOKLAK, Referee. DEUTSCH & SCHNEIDER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 79-37 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale, NY 11385. File No. LF-569 - #102925 160059
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR TRUMAN 2016 SC6 TITLE TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. IRIS JACKSON, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 2, 2019, an Order Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on January 26, 2022 and a Short Form Order duly entered on April 9, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 37 Harriman Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 34, Block 360 and Lots 39, 40, 820 and 821.
Approximate amount of judgment is $586,899.57 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #603465/2018.
Anthony DeCarolis, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 211677-1 160053
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that a public auction for a used vehicle sale will be held on May 26, 2026 on the website www.auctionsinternati onal.com. Bidders must register on website prior to bidding. Vehicles are sold “as is” condition and do not come with vehicle keys. Vehicles pictures and descriptions can be found on website when bid is live. Vehicles must be paid through the website prior to removal of vehicle. Vehicles are located at 390 E. Clinton Avenue, Roosevelt NY 11575. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee; Gray; VIN: 1J4GR48K55C523371; Owner: Wayne Huey of 2832 Bruner Ave 1, Bronx, NY 10469
*2007 Kia Sedona; Gray; VIN: KNDMB233876173866; Owner: Renee McDonough of 157 59 27th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 *2010 Chevrolet Equinox; Gray; VIN: 2CNALDEW4A6371649 ; Owner: Boris Mizhquero-Yunga of 276 Mountain Grove St, Bridgeport, CT 06605 *2009 Chevrolet Malibu; Black; VIN: 1G1ZK57B59F169309; Owner: Glendon Cateau of 716 E. 45th St, Brooklyn, NY 11203 *2007 Dodge Sprinter; White; VIN: WD0PE845X75208525; Owner: Haim Tobaly of 21 Weyant Dr, Cedarhurst, NY 11516
*2004 Toyota Corolla; Blue; VIN: 2T1LR32E04C317785; Owner: Luis V. Peraltamorban of 1934 Harrison Ave 5E, Bronx, NY 10453 *2006 Lexus ES250; Black; VIN: JTHCK262382022200; Owner: Klein Georges of 185 Rutland Rd, Hempstead NY 11550 *2014 Audi AS4; Gray; VIN: WAUBGAFL5EA082964 ; Owner: Dominique Blackman of 8400 Lindbergh Blvd Apt
716, Philadelphia PA 19153
*2010 Honda Accord; Black; VIN: 1HGCS2B85AA004466; Owners: Mike Eli Landaverde and C.L. Landaverde of 69 Hewlett St, Hempstead NY 11550
*2005 Nissan Altima; Red; VIN: 1N4AL11D75N900462; Owner: Timothy Wanser of 1141 Norbay St, Franklin Square NY 11010
*2002 Acura MDX; Blue; VIN: 2HNYD188X2H530024; Owner: Zaynah Witter of 632 Nauer Ct, Elmont, NY 11003
*2016 Nissan Sentra; Gray; VIN: 3N1AB7AP1GY299861; Owner: Nissan Infiniti Lease Trust of PO Box 254648 Sacramento, CA 95865 TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS Antonio Fanizzi Commissioner 160208
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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMMONS INDEX #626942/2025 Original filed with Clerk December 15, 2025 Plaintiff Designates Nassau County as the Place of Trial The Basis of Venue is that the subject action is situated Nassau County Premises: 4 Rundle Court, Hempstead, NY 11550 WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST AB1, Plaintiff, -againstLEONARD MCGRAW AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF LILLY HENDERSON; RONALD MCGRAW AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF LILLY HENDERSON; LILLY HENDERSON’S UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DISTRIBUTEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, TRUSTEES, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, AND SUCCESSORS IN INTERST AND GENERALLY ALL
Seniors served smiles at spring breakfast celebration
By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com
The Island Park Public Schools Recreation Department welcomed local senior citizens for a morning of food, music and community during its annual Spring Senior Citizen Breakfast on May 8 at Lincoln Orens Middle School.
Held in the school’s all-purpose room, the event brought together senior members of the Island Park community for a festive gathering celebrating connection and appreciation across generations. Guests were treated to a breakfast buffet prepared by the district’s dietary staff, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for attendees.
The celebration also featured musical performances by students from Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School and Lincoln Orens Middle School. Members of the elementary school’s chorus performed a selection of songs, while the middle school’s orchestra entertained guest with instrumental pieces that added to the morning’s cheerful spirit.
In addition to breakfast and entertainment, attendees participated in a raffle for Island Park Schools-themed prizes, clothing and accessories.
The annual breakfast has become a cherished tradition within the district, offering an opportunity for students, staff and residents to come together in a meaningful way. School officials said
the event reflects the district’s ongoing commitment to fostering strong community ties and honoring the senior citizens who have long supported Island Park schools.
As guests enjoyed music, conversation and companionship, the breakfast once again highlighted the close-knit nature of the Island Park community and the importance of celebrating residents of all generations.
Public Notices
PERSONS HAVING OR CLAIMING UNDER, BY OR THROUGH SAID DEFENDANT WHO MAY BE DECEASED, BY PURCHASE, INHERITANCE, LIEN OR OTHERWISE, ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; POWERUP LENDING GROUP LTD and JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE #1 through #7, the last seven (7) names being fictitious and unknown to the Plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or parties, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the mortgaged premises described in the Complaint, Defendants.
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY
SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this
action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); the United States of America may appear or answer within 60 day of service hereof; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Jeffrey A. Goodstein, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, entered April 30, 2026 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.
NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF
SOUGHT
THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the amount of $750,000.00 recorded in the office of the clerk of Nassau County on April 16, 2009 in Liber 33638 page 45 covering premises known as 4 Rundle Court, Hempstead, New York 11550 a/k/a Section 34, Block 285, Lot 410. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this Summons and Complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or
go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST AB1 AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: Uniondale, New York
December 19, 2025
Respectfully submitted, PINCUS & TARAB, ATTORNEYS AT LAW, PLLC.
By:
_/s/_______________
Linda P. Manfredi, Esq.
Attorneys for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza Uniondale, NY 11556
516-699-8902
#102954
ADL awards gold star to school
Island Park schools are no place for hate
Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School and Lincoln Orens Middle School have once again been named No Place for Hate Schools for the 2025–2026 school year, earning the distinguished Gold Star designation from the Anti-Defamation League. The recognition highlights both schools’ continued commitment to fostering inclusive, respectful learning environments and building a culture centered on kindness and understanding.
The designation is awarded to schools that actively work to prevent bias, bullying, and discrimination through sustained, student-driven efforts and schoolwide programming. At both Island Park schools, students and staff participate in a range of initiatives throughout the year, including awareness campaigns, peer-led discussions, assemblies, social-emotional learning lessons, and collaborative projects designed to strengthen empathy and inclusion across grade levels.
Administrators said these efforts are reinforced by ongoing dialogue within classrooms and the broader school community, helping students develop the tools to recognize and respond to prejudice in constructive ways.
Island Park Assistant Superintendent Tami McElwee said the recognition reflects a shared commitment across the
district. “We are grateful for the dedication of our teachers, students, and staff, whose collective mindfulness and commitment have helped build a school community worthy of this honor,” McElwee said. “We are proud to cultivate an environment where every student feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive.”
The No Place for Hate initiative, developed by the Anti-Defamation League, is a national program that partners with schools across the country to address bias and promote respect through education and student leadership. Schools that earn Gold Star status must complete multiple student-led activities each year and implement proactive programming that supports safe and inclusive learning environments. The initiative also encourages schools to evaluate their culture continuously and engage students in meaningful conversations about identity, diversity, and belonging.
Officials noted that the continued recognition of both Island Park schools underscores the district’s broader mission of promoting safe, supportive educational spaces where all students can succeed academically and socially.
— Abigail Grieco
Island Park Schools Assistant Superintendent Tami McElwee, center, and breakfast guests came to enjoy a morning of food, music and community provided by the Island Park Public Schools Recreation Department.
Courtesy Island Park Public Schools Director of Island Park Schools Recreation Department Keith Manginelli helped, ensuring that local residents had a sweet morning.
Island Park Board of Education trustee Tara Byrne helped welcome local senior citizens during the annual Spring Senior Citizen Breakfast at Lincoln Orens Middle School on May 8.
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