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New effort to boost vaccines Elmont among areas with lowest inoculation rates in New York was 3,354, an increase of 127 percent in two weeks, according to New York Times data. HospitalG o v. A n d r e w C u o m o izations and deaths attributed to announced on July 26 that New the virus have increased as well, York state would spend $15 mil- although not as dramatically as lion in an effort to boost corona- case counts. virus vaccination rates in areas Just 0.015 percent of New across the state with the lowest Yorkers who have been vaccinatinoculation numbers and higher ed have become infected, Cuomo levels of new cases, said two weeks ago, including Elmont calling the rise in and 20 other Long cases a “pandemic Island communiof the unvaccinatties. ed.” With the Delta The state plans variant of the to work with comvirus spreading, munity organizaaccounting for 72 tions to reach percent of all new unvaccinated resicases statewide as dents in 117 zip TiffANy CApeRS of late July, the codes statewide Elmont push for more inocwith low vaccinaulations in areas tion rates. Sixtywith lower rates is one percent of the focus areas seen as crucial to the effort to are in New York City, and 18 per- prevent a major spike in new cent are on Long Island, in both cases. Nassau and Suffolk counties. “I think if it’s for public safeThey account for just 6.7 percent ty, we all should be vaccinated,” of the state’s population, and, said Kay Davidson, a resident of Cuomo said, many are socio-eco- Elmont, “unless you have some nomically challenged and large- kind of health condition that ly minority communities. you can’t be vaccinated.” The Covid-19 positivity rate The goal of the new program, has risen since last month on Cuomo said, is to foster commuLong Island and across the state. nication and education about the As of last Sunday, the daily average number of cases in the state Continued on page 5

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ViNNy CeNTAURo GReeTed Claire Helfenbein, her son, Jake, and her daughter, Maghan, as they pulled into the driveway of their newly refurbished home for the first time.

F.S.-based nonprofit presents family with spruced-up home By RoBeRT TRAVeRSo rtraverso@liherald.com

While their home was being rebuilt by the Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families, Claire Helfenbein, her daughter, Maghan, and her son, Jacob, stayed at the Residence Inn in Garden City. Their wait is now over: Vinny and Gina Centauro, cofounders of the house-building organization, presented the newly refurbished home to Helfenbein and her family on Aug. 3. When the Centauros, who created Rescuing Families in 2016, decided to renovate and repair the Helfenbein family home, on Byrd Street in Hempstead, two summers ago, they expected the house to be in better structural condition, Gina previously told the Herald. But the house’s malfunctioning 68-year-old

furnace and the deplorable condition of its exterior framing kept the family away from the rebuilt home longer than expected. The arrival of the coronavirus pandemic in March 2020 further complicated the situation, requiring Rescuing Families to raise more money in order to finish the Helfenbeins’ house on time. Work was slated to begin in January 2020 and take three to four months, but the pandemic shut down the fundraising events that are so vital to the organization’s work. A number of fundraisers and donations this year have made it possible to finish the project. Claire and her husband, Irving, were in the process of renovating their home when Irving fell ill and died of pancreatic and lung cancer in 2012. Claire, who has a physi-

cal disability and uses a wheelchair, took responsibility for repairing damage in the home, which was often caused by Jacob, who is autistic. To make matters worse, the house was infested with mice, there was mildew in a bathroom and floors were breaking apart. The cost for the charity, which funded the Helfenbeins’ stay at the Residence Inn, increased from $800 to $1,000 per week amid the pandemic. Gina Centauro estimated that the organization needed roughly $10,000 to cover its remaining expenses on the project. At the house reveal on Aug. 3, Vinny Centauro apologized to Claire for the long stay at the hotel, but Helfenbein praised the nonprofit for its help. “We were very comfortable,” she said, “which Continued on page 17

he issue here definitely isn’t access to the vaccine.

DNA profile match leads to arrest of Elmont burglar

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Acting Nassau County District Attorney Joyce A. Smith announced the arraignment of a Brooklyn man on charges of burglary for allegedly entering an Elmont restaurant and stealing approximately $200 cash from the register. Riui Rodriguez’s DNA profile was a match to DNA recovered from the scene and he is suspected of other burglaries in the New York City area. Rodriguez, also known as Riqui Nunez, 37, of Brooklyn, was arraigned on Aug. 5 before Judge Christopher Hoefenkrieg on one count of burglary in the third degree, and one count of criminal mischief in the third degree. Bail was set at $50,000 cash, $100,000 bond, or $1 million partially secured bond. Rodriguez faces a maximum sentence of up to seven years in prison on the top count. Rodriguez is due back in court on Sept. 17. “Using the forensic tools at our disposal and other evidence, we allege that Riqui Rodriguez broke into a mom and pop restaurant and stole money from the regis-

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ter,” Smith said in a news release. Smith said in July 2020, Rodriguez allegedly threw a brick through the window of the SeaFood House restaurant at 247 Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont and entered the restaurant illegally through the broken window. Rodriguez allegedly took the cash register, smashed it to the ground, and stole approximately $200 in cash before leaving through the same broken window. Both DNA and video evidence were recovered from the scene. Rodriguez’s DNA profile was a match to the DNA recovered at the Elmont burglary. The DNA profile generated from this investigation, which matches the DNA profile of Rodriguez, was also found to be a match to DNA samples found at more than a dozen additional burglaries of businesses including restaurants, pharmacies, and nail salons in Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens. Courtesy Nassau County Police Department; compiled by Nakeem Grantt

Restaurant owner arrested for bribery

Greetings: My name is Les Saltzman. I am the Chairman of the Board of Fire Commissioners, a Firefighter, and a resident of the Franklin Square and Munson Fire District. We need your help! Taxes are necessary to administer and ensure that our Fire Department, which is staffed by community volunteers, is able to provide 24/7 emergency services. Just as important, and possibly even more is our need for a constant supply of volunteer members, which are necessary to protect our community and provide these services. The reason I am reaching out to our community on behalf of our Fire District, Fire Department, and most importantly our Chief and his staff is because our membership is at an all-time low. This is becoming a stressful and challenging experience for the volunteer fire service, and we know this is not a local problem of just the Franklin Square community, but throughout all Long Island and all municipalities where membership/volunteers are required to protect. There is a growing number of Fire and EMS calls combined with a declining number of volunteers. We are having challenges with both our Fire and EMS response for which we took a sworn oath to do so for you, with the desire to serve our community. Please help us. We need our community residents to volunteer and become members without this our options are not appealing, including but not limited to raising taxes for part-time or full-time Emergency Medical crews. Recruitment is an ongoing process and a necessary function to keep our Fire Department well-staffed and our community served. We offer many options to learn about the opportunity to volunteer, including by phone-(516) 354-2110, through the Department's interactive website-www.fsmfd.org, and by visiting our Firehouse at 841 Liberty Place, Franklin Square.

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Acting Nassau County District Attorney Joyce A. Smith announced that a Hempstead restauranteur was sentenced on Monday to 1-1/3 to four years in prison on bribe receiving and other charges for his role in soliciting more than $150,000 in bribes from Hempstead restaurant owners. William Mendez, 50, of Elmont, pleaded guilty on March 15 to two counts of bribe receiving in the second degree, two counts of grand larceny in the second degree by means of extortion, conspiracy in the fourth degree and two counts of tampering with public records in the second degree and conspiracy in the fifth degree. Mendez signed a judgment in the amount of $35,000. NCDA recommended 3-1/3 to 10 years in prison. “William Mendez victimized countless Hispanic-owned restaurants in Hempstead, intimidating and harassing owners into paying bribes by threatening to strip them of essential cabaret and liquor licenses, and issuing summonses that could force them out of business,” Smith said in a news release. Mendez’s co-defendant and former Hempstead Village Trustee Perry Pettus pleaded guilty for his role with Mendez, and in other cases, and was sentenced to 2-1/3 years to seven years in prison in January 2020. Smith said that according to indictment 1208N-2018, between February 2018 and May 2018, former Hempstead Village Trustee Perry Pettus used his position and authority as a deputy mayor and trustee of the village to solicit more than $50,000 in bribes from Hempstead restauranteurs by threatening to have summonses issued that would jeopardize the restaurants’ business, cabaret and liquor licenses, thereby forcing the restaurants out of business. Mendez, who was Pettus’s accomplice, collected the payments from the victims and delivered them to Pettus.

According to indictment 1601N-2018, from June 2017 to September 2018, Pettus used his position and authority as a deputy mayor and trustee of the village to solicit more than $50,000 in bribes using William Mendez as an intermediary with Hispanic-owned restauranteurs by threatening to have summonses issued that would jeopardize the restaurants’ business, cabaret and liquor licenses, thereby forcing the restaurants out of business. Pettus and Mendez, acting in concert, targeted Hispanic-owned businesses as part of their extortion scheme. According to indictment 715N-2019, from May 2018, to June 2018, Pettus used his position and authority as a trustee of the village to fix tickets for an employee of Mendez. Pettus allegedly called then-Lieutenant Paul Johnson of the Hempstead Police Department on the same day, described the tickets and told Johnson he would stop by the police department and show him the ticket numbers on his phone. Johnson later allegedly told Pettus that the tickets would be fixed and Pettus then called Mendez to say, “They’re done. You don’t have to worry.” According to indictment 716N-2019, from April 13, 2018, to April 16, 2018, Pettus used his position to ask Joseph Savino, a Sergeant in the Hempstead Police Department, to fix tickets as a favor to Mendez. Savino allegedly disposed of two parking tickets issued to Mendez. In a related investigation, Pettus allegedly accepted a bribe from Hempstead PD Lieutenant Richard Holland on May 14, 2018. Pettus voted on June 5 of that year to promote Holland to deputy chief of the department. The cases against Johnson, Holland, and Savino are still pending. Courtesy Nassau County Police Department; compiled by Nakeem Grantt

What’s up next door and around the corner

Local Girl Scouts earn Gold Award Girl Scouts of Nassau County C a re y H i g h S ch o o l , E m i ly recently recognized more than 70 focused on the current pandemic local Girl Scouts —including for her Gold Award project, three from the West Hempstead/ “Road to Medicine.” The global Franklin Square Service Unit — pandemic brought to light how who earned the distinguished essential the medical field is. Girl Scout Gold Award during a After learning that most high drive-through celebration last schools do not offer medicalmonth. The Gold Award program related courses or clubs, she crerecognizes the power and dedica- ated a program to help interested students learn more tion shared by an about the medical elite group of young field. The Road to women who earn the Medicine pro g ram highest honor a Girl contains PowerScout can achieve. Points, quizzes, vidWe s t H e m p s t e a d / eos, and hands-on Franklin Square Seractivities for thirteen vice Unit members dif ferent topics. Emily McKenna, SteEmily invited particif anie Moratti and pants to join her proK at h r y n M u rd o ch gram through social were among those media. Her program Emily McKenna a c k n ow l e d g e d f o r will be continued at t h i s g re at a c c o m her high school and plishment. can be accessed on Girls in g rades her program’s webnine to 12 commence site. t h e i r G o l d Aw a rd Emily is a member journey by selecting of the National a civic or social issue Honor Society at her they feel deeply high school, and is about. Next, a Girl also a member of her Scout builds a team school’s dance team, to support her project t h e P i r e t t e s, a n d with the mission to dances outside of c r e a t e a p o s i t ive Stefanie Moratti school as well. Her impact in her comfondest Girl Scout munity by addressing memory is when she an issue she feels paswent camping, and sionate about. Gold she especially Award Girl Scouts enjoyed it when it b u i l d i nv a l u a b l e started raining. This problem solving, event made her realorganizational, and ize that not everyleadership skills thing has to be perwhile educating and fect to have a great inspiring others time. through the process. Through Stefanie’s “The skills the Kathryn Murdoch Gold Award project, girls gained by com“Career Workshops pleting their Gold Award projects will last them a for Teens,” her mission was to lifetime,” said Rande Bynum, help teens set goals and begin to chief executive officer of the plan for their futures with an Girl Scouts of Nassau County. understanding of what might be “We are thrilled to celebrate this involved in the careers they are exce ptional class of young considering. She interviewed women. I admire this elite group and recorded speakers from difof girls who have shown a com- ferent occupations to gather mitment to their projects and information on their educational bettering their communities backgrounds and special skills through these unprecedented needed for their careers. These times. It is a testament to not 25 professionals shared invaluonly their dedication but also to able advice to inspire teens about our mission of instilling cour- their futures. Stefanie is a rising senior at age, confidence, and character in Girl Scouts who make the world Ke l l e n b e r g M e m o r i a l H i g h School. She takes part in mock a better place.” The Gold Award Girl Scouts trials, is a morning announceeach tackled a project that held a ment speaker, and is on the varsity track team. Her fondest Girl deep significance to them. A rising junior at H. Frank Scout memories are making

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Many Girl ScoutS have found ways to give back to stay active during the pandemic. sandwiches for the homeless, walking in the CROP Hunger Walks, and org anizing coat drives for the INN. Fo r M u r d o c h ’ s p r o j e c t , “Katie’s CTF Gold Award,” she educated people about neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that can cause emotional and health difficulties, including learning disabilities, tumors, and scoliosis. She partnered with the Children’s Tumor Foundation to create a website to help individuals affected by NF feel more accepted while allowing more people to become aware of this disorder. She also wrote and illustrated a book that was donated to her local libraries. A recent graduate at New H yd e Pa rk M e m o r i a l H i g h School, Murdoch was vice president of her school’s GEAR club, treasurer of Future Business Leaders of America, and secretary of the Artisan’s Club. She loved spending time with her

Girl Scout troop during meetings and discussing upcoming plans and projects. Kathryn is looking forward to attending St. John’s University, majoring in finance in the fall. According to the Girl Scout Research Institute, girls who have earned their Gold Award display more positive life outcomes about their sense of self and have greater satisfaction, life success, community service, leadership, and civic engagement. In addition, recipients of the Gold Award who enlist in the U.S. Armed Forces may receive an advanced rank for their achievements and can receive scholarships or other types of recognition from most colleges and universities. To volunteer, reconnect, donate or join, visit www.gsnc.org. Courtesy Girl Scouts of Nassau County; compiled by Nakeem Grant

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Community members and elected officials who represent Elmont and Franklin Square residents called for New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign following the release of a report that found the governor allegedly sexually assaulted 11 women. Conducted by the office of New York State Attorney General Letitia James, the report found that Cuomo harassed both current and former state employees along with multiple women outside of state government, James said on Aug. 3 after the report’s release. James said that the investigation found Cuomo engaged in “unwelcome and nonconsensual touching” and made comments of a “suggestive” sexual nature. This conduct, the attorney general said, created a “hostile work environment for women.” The governor mistreated women from his own staff as well as a state trooper that was part of his protective detail and even members of the public, according to the investigation. Cuomo denied the allegations in the report on Tuesday. “I want you to know directly from me that I never touched anyone inappropriately or made inappropriate sexual advances,” he said in a prerecorded video. James said that Cuomo’s behavior violated multiple federal and state laws. Cuomo’s conduct is repeatedly called “unlawful” throughout the report, but the report did not reach a conclusion on whether or not the governor should face criminal prosecution. The governor faced questions from the attorney general’s office for over 11 hours in July. Each of the 11 women’s accounts were found credible and corroborated to varying degrees by investigators, and their stories are detailed at length in the report. The investigation, which included a review of 74,000 pieces of evidence and interviews with 179 individuals, James said, painted a “deeply disturbing yet clear picture.” “The findings of the attorney general’s report confirm what so many of us already knew -- this governor isn’t fit to lead. Democrats and Republicans must come together and take a definitive, bipartisan stand against sexual harass-

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eleven women accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of a range of inappropriate behavior; nine of them are current or former state employees, a report by the state attorney general said. Investigators said they interviewed 179 witnesses and collected tens of thousands of documents to corroborate the claims. Above, Cuomo at a news conference in 2015.

ment and toxic abuse in the workplace,” detailed in the Attorney General’s report said New York State Assemblyman Ed are nothing short of heartbreaking, and I Ra, a Republican from Franklin Square, commend each and every one of them for in a statement. “That’s what we owe his summoning the strength to speak truth to victims. That’s what we owe all New power, even in the face of documented retaliation for doing so. I believe them, Yorkers.” I’m grateful for their courRa called on his Demoage, and they deserve juscratic colleagues in the state tice,” Kaplan said. l e g i s l at u re t o re m ove New York State Senator Cuomo immediately. Todd Kaminsky, who, like S t at e S e n at o r A n n a many Democrats nationKaplan, a Democrat, also wide, called for Cuomo to called for Cuomo to resign step down in March followfollowing the release of the ed Ra ing earlier allegations, report. “As I stated previous- State assemblyman called for Cuomo to step ly, the results of the Attordown or be removed by the ney General’s investigation should dictate whether or not the Gover- state legislature. “These damning findings from Attornor continues to serve in a position of honor as the leader of the Empire State, ney General James, who has done a great and the stunning conclusions of the job, show quite clearly that the governor investigation, that the Governor engaged must resign—and if he will not, that he in a pattern of unlawful, sex-based should be impeached,” Kaminsky said in harassment, leaves absolutely no room a statement. “Not only has Gov. Cuomo for the Governor to continue to lead our broken the law by committing disturbing State,” Kaplan said in a statement. “The and dehumanizing acts against women, Governor must resign immediately, and he has engaged in retaliation against his if he does not, the legislature must accusers, and also abused his power as an employer, boss, and the leader of New aggressively pursue impeachment. “The experiences of the women York and most powerful person in this

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State and community-baSed groups are teaming up to boost vaccination levels across 117 New York zip codes, including Elmont. Above, Myles Hollingsworth, 16, was vaccinated on May 13 at Nassau Community College. ing hundreds of vaccine appointments for residents,” Capers continued. “We have a plethora of options. Vaccines are available at weekly food drives, drug stores, the high schools have scheduled several

events, the elementary school has scheduled Saturday events, Belmont Park offers appointments, there are weekend appointments, [and] Northwell and Mount Sinai South Nassau both offer at-home visits for

the elderly.” She repeated a question that many are asking as Covid-19 cases continue to rise against across the country: “What will it take?”

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vaccinations and to enhance vaccine outreach through community organizations rather than relying on a top-down approach led by the state. The funds were to be distributed to groups including the Hispanic Federation, the Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies, the New York Immigration Coalition, the Asian American Federation, the Charles B. Wang Community Center and the Apicha Community Health Center. “I think it’s encouraging,” said Tiffany Capers, an Elmont resident since 1998 and a local activist. “I hope residents take advantage of the opportunities.” While Capers said she was optimistic about the state joining forces with community organizations to promote vaccination in Elmont, she added that she did not expect the hamlet to be a focus of the state effort. “I was quite surprised to see Elmont included in that list,” she said. “There have been so many vaccine events in Elmont, in addition to the local pharmacies offering the vaccine. The issue here definitely isn’t access to the vaccine.” Capers expressed concern about how the low local vaccination rate can be countered as cases continue to rise nationwide. “I’m not sure what else can be done,” she said of the effort in Elmont. “It baffles me why our numbers aren’t higher. “I personally have assisted in schedul-

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N.C. enhances first-responder protections By Cristina arroyo rodriguez carroyo@liherald.com

After five hours of public testimony Aug. 2, the Nassau County Legislature voted to increase protections for all first responders, including police officers, auxiliary police officers, corrections officers, paid and volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians, by imposing civil penalties of up to $50,000 per incident against anyone who assaults, menaces or harasses current and former members of this protected class. The 11 Republican members of the County Legislature voted for the bill, as did Democratic Legislator Delia DeRiggiWhitton, who represents the 11th District on the North Shore, and Legislator Joshua Lafazan, an independent who caucuses with the Democrats. Lafazan, who represents the 18th District on the North Shore, introduced the bill in the Legislature. Legislators Andrew Drucker and Ellen Birnbaum, both Democrats, had originally co-sponsored the bill, but later withdrew their support for it. First responders were first granted protected status in Nassau in 2019, shortly after veterans were granted the status because of evidence-based research that showed discrimination against them, specifically in housing. The measure passed unanimously in the Legislature on May 20 that year, and was signed into law by Deputy County Executive Helena Williams, acting on behalf of County Executive Laura Curran. Siela Bynoe, a Democrat and the Legislature’s sole Black female representative, pleaded with her fellow lawmakers to reject this most recent bill, saying, “We made the mistake once. This is an opportunity to right a wrong.” She also questioned why former first responders would be included in the legislation, if the intent of the law were to protect first responders from present danger. “They can hang up their uniforms. I can’t hang up my black skin,” she said. According to a June county police report, this year, Black people were 4.6 times more likely to be arrested, 4.3 times more likely to have police use force against them, 2.33 times more likely to be stopped in traffic and 3.53 times more likely to be interviewed by police in the field, with 40 percent of those patted down versus 23 percent of whites. More than 50 people spoke out against the legislation. The Legislature’s minority leader, Kevan Abrahams, a Democrat from Freeport, sought to postpone the vote to give more time to discuss it, but the Republican majority voted against tabling it. Earlier, protesters had chanted, “Pull the bill! Pull the bill!” The first four speakers were the only ones to voice support for the legislation, including Brian Sullivan, Nassau County Correction Officers Benevolent Association president; James McDermott, County Police Benevolent Association president; John Wighaus, County Detectives Association president; and Rick Fresetti, County Superior Officers Association president. The speakers said they took pride in

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Civil rights aCtivists held up photos of the police officers involved in the murder of George Floyd, saying they likely would not have been charged and convicted if such legislation had been in place in Minneapolis last year.

nassau County Civil rights attorney Frederick Brewington last week spoke out during a hearing against a bill that would impose civil penalties against anyone who assaults, menaces or harasses a first responder, calling the legislation unconstitutional. first responders’ role in ensuring that Nassau remains among the safest large counties in the United States and alluded to nationwide anti-police sentiment. Fresetti said opponents of the bill were seeking publicity, and he remembered the time in the immediate aftermath of 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, saying, “It was nice for a while that first responders and law enforcement were spoken of highly — we were even put on a pedestal.” Theresa Sanders, president and chief executive of the Urban League of Long Island and a member of the Police Diversity Committee that was formed in reaction to a May Newsday report on discrimination in the police hiring process, condemned the bill. The head of this new committee, Bishop Lionel Harvey, also attended, but did not comment and told the Herald he did not think the committee would either. Opponents of the bill included community members and civil rights leaders

from the NAACP, LGBT Network, New York Civil Liberties Union, Long Island United and Indivisible Nassau, among others, who argued that it would violate the Constitution and was politically motivated during an election year. They also said it would penalize disenfranchised people, including members of the transgender community, who are not protected under the county’s Human Rights Law. Tracey Edwards, the NAACP Long Island regional director, played a past recording of Lafazan expressing support for measures to address systemic racial inequities, in which he identified himself as a minority because he is Jewish. “Don’t be a hypocrite …shame on you,” Edwards told Lafazan. Seven lawyers opposed the bill, including Frederick Brewington, who said it would have effectively silenced or penalized those who recorded officer Derek Chauvin murdering George Floyd. Those recordings provided evidence that led to the officer’s conviction.

“This bill is a clear act of retaliation against Black Lives Matter,” Brewington told the Herald. In reaction to Floyd’s murder and the nationwide protests against police brutality that followed, the state required local governments to pass police reform legislation. In May, the plan proposed by Curran and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder passed, with the only three Black legislators opposing it. Critics, including state Attorney General Letitia James, cited its lack of independent oversight and accountability, with no civilian complaint review board or inspector general. The legislation cited “outbreaks of destructive rioting and lawlessness” since May last year that had prevented police from stopping “chaos and mass violence.” It also acknowledged incidents of racially motivated police misconduct, but said “misconduct by individual officers can never under any circumstances justify the vilification of all law enforcement.” Susan Gottehrer, the Nassau County New York Civil Liberties Union director, asked legislators for county-specific data to support the bill. They listed four incidents: two recent attacks on police and corrections officers, one against police officers during a protest in June 2020 and one against a firefighter in 2011. After DeRiggi-Whitton announced her vote for the bill, most remaining audience members walked out before the other legislators remarked on their votes and the results were tallied. Curran, who is seeking re-election in November, has 30 days to sign the bill or veto it. She reached out to the state attorney general’s office for advice on whether the bill “strikes the proper legal balance between the government’s responsibility to protect its uniformed personnel and its duty not to interfere with the ability of the people to exercise their civil rights legally without fear of penalty.” If vetoed, the Republican-controlled Legislature would need 13 votes to override Curran’s decision.

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Herald sports ThE dEfENdINg ATLANTIc League champion Long Island Ducks used a 12-game winning streak in July to secure the First Half North Division title and lock up a berth in the playoffs, which begin in early October.

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Win streak propels Ducks to top spot By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

A 12-game winning streak in July propelled the defending champion Long Island Ducks to the First Half North Division title and a berth in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball playoffs, set to begin in early October. The Ducks sealed up the division top spot with almost a week to spare by defeating the Southern Maryland Blue Claws, 8-2, on July 28 for their 13th victory in 14 games. Starting pitcher Brendan Feldmann went the distance to earn his fourth win in five decisions. He allowed just two runs on seven hits and one walk over nine innings while striking out two batters. Vladimir Frias led the offense with three hits, two runs scored and one RBI. Deibinson Romero added two hits, three RBIs and two runs, and L.J. Mazzilli blasted a tworun homer as the Ducks upped their record to 34-20. “A lot of the guys were here in 2019, but I think we finally got comfortable with each other again and we’ve made some nice additions to the lineup with Romero and Frias,” manager Wally Backman said. “We’ve come a long way offensively. We were hitting around .230 after the first six weeks and now we’re close to .280.” With the victory, the Ducks earned their sixth consecutive playoff berth and 15th in franchise history, all coming in the past 17 seasons. It is also the seventh first half championship in team history and second in a row (2004, 2006, 2011, 2012, 2016, 2019.) There wasn’t a 2020 season due to the pandemic. During their 12-game win streak between July 13-25, the Ducks posted double digits in runs six times including a 17-6 victory in Kentucky over the South Division champion Lexington Legends to set the tone for a three-game sweep. Long Island also posted back-to-back shutouts over

the West Virgina Power (6-0 on July 15) and York Revolution (1-0) behind the pitching of Darrin Downs and Feldmann, respectively. Scoring is up across the Atlantic League, which announced in July the addition of a Staten Island franchise starting in 2022. The Ducks were the only team to conclude the first half with an ERA below 5 runs per game. Feldmann, Joe Iorio, Mike Bolsinger and Downs all started at least seven games over the first half and helped Long Island post a league-best 4.65 ERA heading into August. In addition, since-departed Michael Tonkin (0.53 ERA, 9 saves), Brady Dragmire (4-1, 2.84 ERA) and new closer Danny Barnes (3 saves) spearheaded a solid bullpen. Iorio was instrumental in the 2019 championship run after moving into the starting rotation following 10 relief appearances. He was named to the All-Star team. The 36-year-old Downs, who serves as the Ducks pitching coach, was also a key part of the staff in 2019 and pressed into action this season due to pitching shortage. Offensively, second baseman Steve Lombardozzi (.322 avg.), who has six seasons of Major League experience, led the Ducks heading into August with 10 homers and 42 RBIs while tying outfielder Mazzilli (team-leading .325 avg., 35 RBIs, 11 steals) with 45 runs scored. Shortstop Ryan Jackson (37), outfielder Daniel Fields (30) and catcher Hector Sanchez combined for 94 RBIs. Romero, who joined the Flock at the end of June, knocked in 23 runs in his first 25 games. “Everything came together,” Lombardozzi said. “We were never not playing good baseball. We had weeks where just our pitching was on and other weeks where just our hitting was on. Lately, everything has been clicking at the same time.”

OuTfIELdEr L.J. MAzzILLI led the Ducks in batting average (.325) and stolen bases (11) through the end of July while adding 35 RBIs.

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Healthy and quick breakfasts for busy school mornings tine and think outside the [cereal]box: it’s easy for every family member to find their favorite way to start the day. Try these ideas to boost school success. Yogurt packs a punch: Individually packaged yogurts make a healthy and quick meal for anyone in the family. A good source of protein and calcium, yogurt is also filled with helpful bacteria that promote digestive health. And try creating parfaits with layers of vanilla yogurt, fruit and granola. Focus on fruit: Keep a container of fresh fruit salad in the refrigerator. A bowl of mixed fruit is refreshing and healthy. Wake up to crunch: Whole grain granola bars that feature fruit and nuts can be a quick meal and a satisfying snack. Satisfying smoothies: Smoothies made from fruit and yogurt are fast and can be stored in portable cups to take in the car on the way to school. Excellent eggs: Whip up a fast egg sandwich. Saute egg whites in a frying pan and place between two slices of toasted whole wheat bread. Muffin mania: Make a batch of low-fat, highfiber muffins over the weekend. Grabbing a muffin and a banana is an easy breakfast. Beyond the bread: Use a sandwich or pani-

ni maker to create homemade breakfast tarts. Fill bread or pitas with fresh fruit or peanut butter and use the cooker to seal them shut. Think grab-and-go When time is of the essence and the morning seems to be overwhelming, it’s tempting to forgo breakfast despite our best intentions. Therapeutic dietitian Lena Beal, M.S., RD, LD, shares some of her favorite grab-and-go breakfast ideas: √ Blend one cup of almond milk, half of banana, and bag of frozen blueberries or strawberries for a delicious smoothie. √ Spread two brown rice cakes with natural peanut butter and add a side of Greek yogurt. √ Scramble two eggs with low-fat mozzarella cheese. Add baby spinach and salsa and serve

on two whole-wheat tortillas. √ Grab a cup of plain low-fat yogurt and top with fresh raspberries and crunchy wholegrain cereal or granola. √ Make a bowl of plain oatmeal and add cinnamon, walnut halves and raisins. √ Spread low-fat cream cheese on a whole-grain toasted bagel. Top with sliced strawberries. √ Add lean ham and low-fat Swiss cheese to a toasted whole-grain English muffin. √ If your taste buds just don’t crave breakfast foods, try a peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole-grain bread or even leftover rice mixed with low-fat yogurt, dried fruit and nuts, and sprinkled with cinnamon. Above photo: Start the day right and boost school success with breakfast that packs a punch.

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Breakfast has long been referred to as the most important meal of the day. It’s especially important for kids to start the day off with some nourishment in their bellies before heading off to school. There’s ample evidence to show that the simple act of eating breakfast — every day — is a big part of maintaining a healthy weight and gives you brain power. Studies have found that children who eat a healthy breakfast have higher energy levels and better learning abilities than similar students who do not eat breakfast. Harvard University researchers found that those who eat breakfast are significantly more attentive in the classroom and have fewer behavioral and emotional problems. Of course, many of us find that time is not in abundance in the morning when we are getting ready for school or work. As a result, we grab a couple of bites or gulp down some coffee or maybe some hot cocoa for the kids before heading out — or skip breakfast altogether. Eating a nutritious breakfast is a great way for children to be on target to meet their daily needs for key nutrients, like calcium — the all-important bone-building mineral. Children who don’t eat breakfast also are less likely to get all of the essential nutrients they need each day to thrive. Beyond cereal Shake up your family’s milk and cereal rou-

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Bouncing back after a disruptive year Keeping the family healthy in a post-pandemic world

s a parent, one of the biggest challenges you’ve been managing is how to let your kid safely be a kid during the Covid-19 pandemic. With a new school year on the horizon, you’re now facing the question of how to keep your kid safe in the classroom. “As you prepare for your child to return to the classroom, rest assured there are measures you can take to help keep them healthy,” says Dr. Tina Luu, a family medicine doctor. “Remember: You’re not in this alone. There are resources available, like your child’s primary care doctor, to help answer questions and provide the resources you need.” Here are her recommendations to ensure you send your kids back to school safely. Schedule your child’s Covid-19 vaccination Being fully vaccinated is one of the best measures you can take to keep you and your family safe. If you haven’t received your Covid-19 vaccine yet, schedule yours today. And do the same for your child, now that eligibility is opened to adolescents 12 and up. Expanding the age range for the vaccine is a huge step toward limiting the spread of the virus. If your child is 12, or will soon be 12, it’s time to consider scheduling his or her vaccine. If you have questions or concerns about your child being vaccinated, consult with your pediatrician. Reinforce the everyday precautions You know the signs and symptoms of Covid-19, as well as what to do if you think your child might be sick. In addition, you’ve likely spent the entire summer reminding your kids about the everyday precautions they need to take to prevent getting sick. But, for all of your efforts, you’ve probably also caught your kids standing way too close to other people, leaving their masks in the car or at home, and forgetting to wash their hands after touching common surfaces. As you prepare to send your kids back into the classroom, be sure to reinforce the everyday Covid-19 precautions they will need to keep in mind, as well as what makes these precautions so effective. Social distancing is still important, even if your child is vaccinated. The most likely way for Covid-19 to spread is from person to person — primarily between people who come into close contact with one another. And, while Covid-19 vaccines provide strong protection from severe illness, we are still learning just how effective these vaccines are at reducing transmission and against the variants currently circulating. Also, keep in mind that an infected individual can be asymptomatic but still contagious. Wearing a mask helps contain any potentially infectious respiratory droplets that may be released while breathing, talking or coughing — especially when social distancing is more challenging and even if the person doesn’t yet know they’re sick. Washing your hands is still so important and can help limit the risk of getting sick.

Know and understand the safety measures being implemented No matter how many precautions are being taken at your child’s school, gathering a group of kids into a classroom will come with some level of risk. On the other hand, however, experts agree that children learn best when in a classroom. Given the importance of classroom learning, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has published guidelines to help keep schools as safe as possible during the pandemic. Schools should be proactively reaching out to you about these safety measures, but make sure you have the following questions answered: √ Have teachers and staff been vaccinated? √ Will hand-washing opportunities be frequent and hand sanitizer readily available? √ Have cleaning services been increased and how often will high-touch surfaces be disinfected? √ Are students and staff who feel sick required to stay at home? √ What is the plan if someone at the school tests positive for Covid-19? √ What about sports and other activities? Listen to your child’s concerns As a parent, you play an incredibly important role as not only a trusted source of information, but also as a confidante. It’s important your child feels comfortable expressing any concerns or anxiety he or she may have about returning to school during the pandemic, so try to be as available and prepared as possible. Being vulnerable is hard, though, so you may need to be the one to initiate the conversation if the topic doesn’t come up on its own. Whether your child is concerned about having to wear a mask all day or what might happen if there’s a confirmed case at school, make sure you’re listening intently, empathizing often and helping your child cope with his or her feelings in a reassuring manner. Schedule an annual wellness exam The pandemic has changed the way we do a lot of things, but it hasn’t changed the importance of checking in on your child’s — and your own — overall health and wellness. A healthy immune system starts with a healthy kid, meaning checkups with your family doctor may be more important than ever right now. “Your child’s primary care doctor is an amazing resource and can provide insight into how to keep them safe as they return to face-to-face classes with their teachers and peers,” says Dr. Luu. And, as you’re scheduling your child’s checkup, it may be time to schedule your own annual visit (your health matters, too!). “Even if you’re feeling your best, it’s important to remember that having a primary care doctor who knows you and your health baseline is important for when you aren’t feeling well.” Above photo: The start of the new school year requires resetting your family wellness routines.

Everyone’s in this together Last year’s pandemic schooling chaos makes way for…well, no one’s exactly sure Summer is wrapping up and soon your teen will be dealing with the challenges of the school routine. This can be a stressful time for teens and parents alike, without adding concerns about returning to class while we’re still attempting to get a handle on the pandemic. The transition from a more relaxed (and until the Delta variant appeared, more hopeful summer schedule) to a new school year, filled with new faces, homework and more scheduled activities, and Covid-19 concerns, can bring about a mix of anxiety, anticipation and excitement. The good news is that there are some simple strategies that you and your family can use to help ease back into the school routine. Reinforce good sleep habits. Getting plenty of rest and sleep are important not only for good grades and staying awake, but also for preventing depression and other mental health issues. Establish a reasonable bedtime routine for your teen and let them know that sleep is important. Be available. Teens often appreciate being able to connect with you at the end of their school day, so try to be available either in person or on the phone when your teen gets home from school. Even if your budding adult complains, be persistent. You want to make connecting part of your routine. Walking or driving home together and having uninterrupted dinners provide other great opportunities to bond and communicate. Stay connected. As kids get older, they often share less with parents/ caregivers, but that doesn’t mean you should be less aware of how they’re feeling. Send encouraging texts or personal notes in their book bag to help reduce anxiety and let them know that

they are not alone at school, even if they may feel that way. Take time to listen and discuss experiences that may appear to be scary or challenging. Spend time each day talking to your teen about what happened in school. Give positive feedback about their new experiences. Serve healthy food and encourage healthy eating. Food choices affect mood, ability to concentrate and energy level — all key in your teen’s academic success and overall wellbeing. Providing healthy foods is important for your teen’s mental and physical health. Involved them in planning and serving a variety of foods, emphasizing the veggies, fruits and whole grains. Encourage regular exercise. Physical activity is great for mental wellness and has been shown to decrease depression and anxiety. Experts believe that exercise releases chemicals in our brains that make us feel good. Regular exercise can also boost your teen’s self-esteem and help them concentrate, sleep, and feel better. Help your teen find types of exercise they enjoy, and try to be active together (if they’ll let you!). Reinforce your teen’s ability to cope. Give your teen a few strategies to manage difficult situations on their own. Many teens find talking with a trusted friend, adult, or therapist, journaling, exercising and listening to and/ or playing music to be helpful ways of coping with stress. Above photo: Returning to the classroom is exciting but can be a little scary even during the best of times. But managing backto- school anxiety during coronavirus is a whole new challenge.

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community update Thursday, Aug. 12

Virtual Lecture: The Making of Yankee Doodle Dandy with Sal St. George Join Elmont Memorial Library and Sal St. George to relive the backstory of James Cagney’s Oscar-winning portrayal of George M. Cohan in Yankee Doodle Dandy. Discover the personal dilemma that convinced Cagney to star in this movie. Learn about Cagney’s family members who appeared in front of, and behind, the scenes. Registration is required. Virtual registration is open to everyone. A link will be emailed before program begins. Contact adult reference at (516) 354-5280 ext. 223 or via email at reference@elmontlibrary.org.

Online Program: Power Your Job Search with Google Tools Join the Franklin Square Public Library, Tech Incubator at Queens College, Dress for Success Worldwide, JobLINC, Hocking College, Oak Hill Collaborative, and Grow with Google Speaker Petia Abdur-Razzaaq for a webinar between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. on how to discover new job opportunities using Google Search as well as how to organize and enhance your job search experience using Google Workspace tools. In this session, you will learn the best practices for discovering career opportunities using job search on Google, using Google Sheets to track the progress of job applications, and creating a resume using Google Docs. Register at this website: :https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ register/5048828068309323533.

Online Program: Improve Your Resume With Practical Strategies Join the Franklin Square Public Library, Dress for Success Worldwide, and Grow with Google Speaker Petia Abdur-Razzaaq for a webinar between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on how to read a resume like a hiring manager. In this workshop, you will learn how to make your resume stand out and communicate your strengths. In this session, you will learn how to: Compare different resume styles, implement four strategies to improve our resume, and make your resume more attractive to hiring managers. Register at this website: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3441050697919545613.

Virtual Book Title Swap with Librarian Natalie Join Elmont Memorial Library and its librarians as they share their favorite book titles at a virtual book swap at 7 p.m. Patrons are encouraged to also share their favorite reads with the group. Contact adult reference at (516) 354-5280 ext. 223 or via email at reference@ elmontlibrary.org.

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The Franklin Square Public Library is hosting a virtual discussion on baseball history on Thursday, August 19 at 7 p.m.

Join the Franklin Square Public Library for a virtual event at 7 p.m., part 2 of a series that includes highlights from several notable works such as “My Fair Lady,” “Les Miserables,” “Porgy and Bess,” and “Man of La Mancha.” You will also have a chance to learn more about the origin of these shows and its casting and production decision. Register at this library’s website, http://www.eventkeeper.com/ mars/xpages/F/FSPL/EKP.cfm?curOrg=F SPL&curMonth=8&curYear=2021&curKey 1=Adult&SelectedDa te=8/12/2021#8/12/2021.

Sunday, August 15 Pet Tails Join the Franklin Square Public Library by submitting a story or memory of your favorite pet along with a photo before August 20. The library will put them all in binder for everyone to enjoy and vote for

their favorite story, and the winner will get a gift card! Submit your entry at the library’s website, http://www.eventkeeper. com/mars/xpages/F/FSPL/EKP.cfm?curO rg=FSPL&curMonth=8&curYear=2021&cu rKey1=Adult&SelectedDa te=8/12/2021#8/12/2021.

Monday, August 16 In-Person Lecture: A Tale of Two Cities Historic Overview with Phil Harwood Join Elmont Memorial Library and Phil Harwood for an in-person lecture at 2 p.m. in meeting room 2 on Charles Dickens’ novel “A Tale of Two Cities,” written in 1859 and subsequently adapted for the stage, for the screen, and for television. The French Revolution tale about the “best of times, the worst of times” has inspired many to this day. Join the library for a historical overview of this great classic. Registration for in-person programs

available to Elmont Library cardholders. Non-cardholder registration begins one week before if space is available. Masks and social distancing guidelines will be mandatory. Virtual registration is open to everyone. A link will be emailed before program begins. Contact adult reference at (516) 354-5280 ext. 223 or via email at reference@elmontlibrary.org.

Online Program: Zumba Join the Franklin Square Public Library and Kristen Fonte for a Zumba class between 5:45 and 6:30 p.m. Register at the library’s website, http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/F/FSPL/EKP. cfm?curOrg=FSPL&curMonth=8&curYear= 2021&curKey1=Adult&SelectedDa te=8/12/2021#8/12/2021.

Tuesday, August 17

Join the Franklin Square Public Library and Steve King for a virtual discussion on baseball memories, the topic of which is baseball history, at 7 p.m. Famous players and teams from post WWII to the 1960s will be discussed. Register at the library’s website, http://www.eventkeeper. com/mars/xpages/F/FSPL/EKP.cfm?curO rg=FSPL&curMonth=8&curYear=2021&cu rKey1=Adult&SelectedDa te=8/12/2021#8/12/2021.

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John DeKams became the new principal at Floral Park-Bellerose School on July 1. The Franklin Square Civic Association is commemorating Purple Heart Day on August 7. Franklin Square was used as grazing land and then farmland after the American Revolution. Former NFL Quarterback Vinny Testaverde is originally from Elmont. Send your letter to the editor to Nakeem Grant, at ngrant@liherald.com.

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August 3 was the beginning of Nassau’s new traveling vaccination program. Businesses in Nassau County can set up appointments for Department of Health workers to come to their businesses and administer coronavirus vaccines to their employees. Nassau County Executive Laura Curran gathered outside of Cafe Baci on Wednesday to launch this new program. Employees from the restaurant received the first shots from the program. All sized businesses, restaurants, shops and others are eligible for this new initiative. Free shots will be given in-house to all eligible employees and family members. “Nassau County continues to lead the way in vaccinations in New York State and the Nation - but we are committed to keep up the pace and offer new initiatives to get shots into arms,” Curran said. “This new onsite vaccination program will bring the vaccine directly to places of employment in hopes to further increase our vaccination rates and protect our residents, and the progress we have made, from Covid-19.” The county will administer doses of the Moderna vaccine to employees 18 and older. There is no official mandate that says that businesses must require their employees and patrons to be vaccinated. It is up to the owners’ discretion Curran and Nassau County Health Commissioner Lawrence Einstein said. “I believe in business owners can this decision for themselves,” Curran said. At the conference, Curran said that more than 82 percent of adults have received at least one dose of the vaccine in Nassau County. She emphasized that the new program is part of the county’s goal to get all residents vaccinated against the coronavirus. Nassau is the highest vaccinated county on Long Island. “The best way to protect yourself, to protect your family to protect our economy, our businesses is to get vaccinated,” Curran said. Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein, the county’s health commissioner, spoke of the importance of getting the vaccine. Receiving it will help not only prevent Covid but will also reduce the symptoms heavily. Getting more people vaccinated is the key to stopping the spread of the disease, he said. There are different reasons for people to be hesitant to get the vaccine he said. But in all groups, the vaccine will save some-

The ‘Vaxmobile’ marks a new milestone When standout student-athlete Spencer Smith arrived at the Washington St. parking lot of Town of Hempstead Town Hall on Aug. 6 and received his first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine from Mount Sinai S o u t h N a s s a u Va x m o b i l e, unlike winning a championship, this was a historic occasion that he never expected to be a part of. Before Vaxmobile staff and Town of Hempstead officials, the 17-year-old of Hewlett (NY) received the commemorative dose from Nurse Practitioner Amber Vitale in recognition of 5,000 vaccinations provided by the Vaxmobile. “I am doing this to keep myself, family and friends safe when I return to school and the high school Fall sports season begins,” he said. The sTaff of the Vaxmobile and Town Clerk Kate Murray celebrated the 5000th dose administered T h e c e l e b r at i o n w a s a l s o marked with a cake of the Vaxpracticing or registered nurses, registions to eligible residents of the Town of mobile as well as a banner heralding Hempstead, eliminating barriers to vac- trars and community health education 5,000 vaccinations. cination, including transportation, professionals. Mount Sinai South Nassau The “Vaxmobile,” a mobile vaccina- mobility, language or health, and bring has partnered with local school districts, tion unit funded via the federal CARES vaccines directly to hard-hit and other senior centers, pools, parks and local Act through a grant issued by the Town communities. Appointments are not government to encourage residents to of Hempstead, has been visiting commu- required. get vaccinated and the Vaxmobile has nities throughout the Town of HempThe handicapped-accessible mobile made more than 35 stops in local commustead to provide COVID-19 vaccines free unit is staffed by a bi-lingual clinical nities, operating five days a week. of charge since late March. The primary team from Mount Sinai South Nassau, All vaccines administered at the Vaxmission of the unit is to deliver vaccina- including a nurse practitioner, licensed mobile are to residents who meet the eli-

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with a cake. gibility requirements as determined by the New York State Department of Health. More information can be found on the hospital’s website www.southnassau.org or on Facebook @MountSinaiSouthNassau. Organizations interested in scheduling a visit for eligible residents may call the Town of Hempstead at (516) 812-3678 or send an email to VaxMobile@snch.org.

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was another thing that was so amazing of you guys to do while you guys were working so hard making this happen.” In reconstructing the house, Rescuing Families planned to make key rooms, such as the bathroom, kitchen and laundry room, wheelchair accessible for Claire. She was overcome with emotion when she saw t h e r e s u l t s . Claire “Remember the helfenbein str ug gle back h e r e ? ” Vi n n y Hempstead asked when he showed her the new washer and dryer that she now can easily use. “This is so beautiful,” she said. “So much easier. Thank you.” Gina Centauro said that the nonprofit’s volunteers created a registry for the family, with new plates and silverware inside new cabinets. When they are opened, brackets holding plates drop down from inside the cabinets, making them easily accessible to Helfenbein. The registry also included a personal touch. “Every little note is from everybody that purchased something,” Gina said as Helfenbein tried out the cabinets. “I’m going to treasure everything,” she said. Rescuing Families built a brand new bathroom, kitchen and rooms for Maghan and Jake.

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Claire helfenbein was overcome with emotion when she entered her new home. After Helfenbein made her way through the small crowd of Rescuing Families volunteers who came to watch her explore her new home for the first time, she emerged in the backyard. There she found a new patio set as well as access to the side of her house — somewhere she had never been before. “You get to go outside and start again,” Gina said, beckoning her toward one side of the house. “I can’t wait to do this,” Helfenbein said as she visited the side of her house for the first time, moving down a wheel-

chair-accessible ramp. “I’m doing it, guys.” Also outside were new waterproof planters and different varieties of flowers, a new garden hose, a new fence and a wheelchair-accessible shed. “Look how I can just get into the shed,” Helfenbein marveled. “Every time I look at some-

thing, there’s something else to look at,” she added, and then turned to the Centauros. “You guys are incredible. You guys are amazing. There are no words. You guys just thought about everything. There is nothing that I can think of that you didn’t do.”

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Nine Nassau County students, including four from Valley Stream, one from Elmont and one from Freeport, took part in this year’s Hofstra University High School Summer Journalism Institute, learning firsthand the ins and outs of the media industry. The institute, which is funded by the Bernard and Sandra Otterman Foundation, aims to encourage diversity in the media, with almost all of the participating students coming from communities of color. The program, held at Hofstra’s Lawrence Herbert School of Communication in Hempstead from July 26 to 31, is headed by Scott Brinton, executive editor of Herald Community Newspapers and adjunct associate professor at Hofstra, and Mario Gonzalez, associate professor at the university. “The institute is just so much fun,” Brinton said. “It’s fast-paced — the week just flies by — but I really do believe the students come away with a much better understanding of the media industry and the potential career opporunities that it

presents.” The students spent the week working on the foundational elements of journalism, including writing articles, editing videos and meeting deadlines. They also explored a range of mediums, ranging from radio to print.

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“I’ve always been very fond of radio, and this week I learned a lot about it, and I definitely will look into that as a career now,” said Hadia Choudhry, a junior at Crescent School in Hempstead and a Valley Stream resident. “The institute showed that journalism isn’t just writing. It’s reporting, photography, videography, radio,” Divina Boko, a junior at Freeport High School, said. The students also got to hear from a slate of speakers throughout the week, including: ■ Michael Otterman, author and program coordinator for the Otterman Foundation, and a former Herald intern and freelancer. ■ Mark Lukasiewicz, dean of the Hofstra Herbert School of Communication and a former news executive at ABC and NBC. ■ Shawna VanNess, assistant managing editor for features at Newsday. ■ Karen Albert, Hofstra University Museum director. ■ Chris Vaccaro, Hofstra graduate journalism director and Altice vice president for digital news. ■ Mario Murillo, vice dean of the Hofstra Herbert School of Communication and community radio host and reporter. ■ Nakeem Grant, editor at Herald Community Newspapers and an alumnus of the Hofstra Graduate Journalism Program.

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hadia Choudhry, foreground, left, and Saher Din, both of Valley Stream, interviewing each other for biographies that they wrote at the recent Hofstra High School Summer Journalism Institute. At back were with Mariam Faisal, of Queens, left, and Emaan Tehseen, of Valley Stream. Kristanna Petrillo, of Lindenhurst, below with Muhammad Suleman, of Valley Stream, listening in on one of the institute’s many lectures. ■ Bill Bleyer, a Press Club of Long Island Board member and former longtime Newsday reporter. “I really enjoyed the guest speakers,” Momna Choudhry, a recent graduate of Crescent School and a Valley Stream resident, said. “Hearing the different perspectives and different aspects of the industry was amazing and very informative.” The week was an eye-opener for many of the students, as it introduced them to the numerous possibilities in the industry, and even convinced some to consider careers in media, according to a post-institute survey of the students. “I like writing, and I’ve learned that journalism allows you to experience new and different things day to day,” Emaan Tehseen, an Elmont High School freshman and Valley Stream resident, said.

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A. Dust is more of a concern than you might initially realize, and can cause temporary or permanent lung damage. Cutting materials properly and in the right place onte eeper makes a big difference. For example, I once walked onto a job and saw someone cutting gypsum wallboard with a mechanical (reciprocating) saw. The snowy white dust was flying everywhere, and the homeowner was beyond upset with the fact that the plastic curtains couldn’t contain the fine dust. Every electronic device, every item of clothing and every dish and cookware item needed to be cleaned. A few seconds of carelessness led to days of cleaning. Had the person used a utility knife, the whole fiasco could have been avoided. Cutting lumber outdoors instead of indoors also is better. Using vacuum attachments with power tools and wearing masks is actually required, but not often followed. Sadly, the most critical cleaning could never be done, namely of the lungs, which breathed in all that dust. Particles and even vapors attack lung tissue and can accumulate, permanently impairing sections of that tissue. Because it takes many years for lung tissue to thicken and absorb moisture, like a sponge, people with respiratory problems don’t react until they are literally drowning in their progressive fibrosis. I also remember a pregnant woman who insisted on remaining home, on bed rest during a major renovation of her home. She had the contractor seal her bedroom, and even built a tent of 2x4s and plastic separately surrounding the bed. She eventually had to relocate anyway, after developing congestion. She was warned about the danger to the baby, but felt she needed to be able to see the work progressing. I’ve always wondered, so many years later, if the effects were lasting. The bottom line is that you want to take precautions, and, ironically, people are much more likely to realize they need to wear a mask when they see the dust floating in the air than they have been with invisible virus cells. Ignorance is not always bliss, especially when you finally realize that cause and effect are real and constant in our daily lives. Take note that the difference between mature thinking and being naive or dismissive is the recognition that there is a cause and that there will be anticipated consequences. In your case, a filtration system may have helped. I just hope you’re staying healthy. Good luck.

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he New York political scene is about to be turned upside down, and when the turmoil is over, it’s anybody’s guess as what will happen. No political guru ever would have guessed that Gov. Andrew Cuomo would at some point be faced with the possibility of being forced out of a job he has had a tight grip on for almost 10 years. But the day of reckoning is coming, and the Democratic Party must now be prepared to face the next stage of this unfolding drama. I served in the JERRY State Legislature under three goverKREMER nors, and have been a friend of two others. No governor in my lifetime was ever as dominant a figure as Cuomo has been. He has been a master fundraiser, and has pushed through programs and projects that no other governor would be willing to take on. To his credit, he has been a master builder in the style of the late Robert Moses, pushing and pushing to get mega

projects started and completed. His record of accomplishment to date includes rebuilding La Guardia Airport, the completion of the Moynihan Train Hall, the construction of the Belmont Arena, passage of the Long Island Rail Road Third Track project, completion of the Second Avenue subway and numerous other projects, which everyone said would never happen. Cuomo has been tenacious and determined to see these projects completed, often under budget. Because he has always been a lone wolf, there is one political skill he has failed to master: cultivating new friends and supporters. It’s no secret that the leaders of the State Senate and Assembly consider themselves the most important people in the state. But because Cuomo has held an iron grip over the two houses, the Senate and Assembly leaders have begrudgingly deferred to him on numerous issues. The recently approved legalization of cannabis is an example of a proposal that passed this year only because the governor was in a weakened position.

Sometime in mid-September, it is expected that the Assembly Judiciary Committee will issue a special investigative report on whether articles of impeachment will be presented to the Assembly. Considering the fact that Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie has already stated that he has “no confidence” in Cuomo, there is no doubt what the Judiciary Committee will do. Once its report is made public, Cuomo will have to decide whether he will allow the impeachment proceedings to go forward, or resign. There is no doubt that with his strong personality, Cuomo is willing to take on almost any fight. But the thought of a public vote to impeach, followed by a trial in the Senate, has to make any mortal think twice about whether it is worthwhile to keep battling. Thirteen years ago, faced with a likely public rebuke, Gov. Elliot Spitzer resigned from office 48 hours after allegations surfaced about his personal conduct. Spitzer was motivated, no doubt, by the fact that he had a wife and family to protect. Cuomo has three daughters and many family

ill he really subject us all to the sad spectacle of impeachment?

members, and that has to enter into the equation of what happens next. If he were to resign, the Democratic Party would have serious decisions to make. While the 2022 election is a year away, many party figures are expected to come forward, looking for the chance to be the party’s candidate. Attorney General Letitia James and State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli would head that list. But DiNapoli has expressed no interest in being governor, and James may decide to run again for her current position. Other names are surfacing, including former Sen. Hillary Clinton, U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. The next few days, or perhaps weeks, will decide the fate of Governor Cuomo, and the potential brawl to be the party’s candidate in 2022 will begin. If you had predicted that all of this would happen six months ago, you would have been laughed at. But the day of reckoning has arrived. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? JKremer@liherald.com.

Getting our kids back to school must be a priority

n image sticks in my mind. At the peak of the pandemic, my daughter sent a photo: My granddaughter, 11, was lying in bed in a dark room, “attending math class” online. It had an apocalyptic feel about it, a realization of the creepy dystopian novels I have read. Then came the sunshine, the vaccines, promising that we could go back to school and our lives. Somehow, however, millions chose not to be inoculated. As a result, a new strain, a Delta RANDI variant, is surging KREISS among the unvaccinated, and our progress in getting kids back to school is tenuous. We had our chances to kill this bug. We developed super-effective vaccines, but we squandered our opportunity in a mire of misinformation and mistrust among the followers of conspiracy theories and rogue leaders. More than 600,000 of our fellow citizens have died, a tribute to national dysfunction. For reasons that were mostly political, tens of millions of people refused to get free and easy vaccine protection against the virus. Within that group, the unvaccinated, the pandemic rages on. These folks are putting everyone else at risk. And

they are complicating the return to the classroom. The idea of mandating the vaccines doesn’t have the traction it should — again, because of pushback that is largely political and anti-science. We need clear directives from the White House and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We need guidance for opening schools from New York state. How does Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, get away with vacillating on mandating vaccines for working teachers? The people we count on are protecting their little fiefdoms and political advantages and chances for re-election by pandering to conspiracy theories, irrational fears and misguided groupthink. Who with the authority to do so will tell the teachers to get the damn shot and get back to class? Who will order that New York state children 12 and older get fully vaccinated? Who will make it a condition of participating in sports that those kids get the shots? Read the guidelines and despair. The Covid “directives” and “guidance” on school openings and safety rules, from the White House to the New York State Education Department to the governor’s office to local school districts, are a con-

fusing mess of constantly evolving, passthe-buck “suggestions.” There is monumental fiddling while the country burns. According to the State Education Department website, it is mandatory that children get vaccinated for polio, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and chickenpox. This is not optional; kids must be vaccinated or a doctor must provide a valid medical reason for the exception. Why can’t we do this for the Covid vaccine when it becomes available to all school-age kids? Local school districts are asking for clear, concise guidelines for getting schools open and children back to class. They want to know about vaccination mandates, testing availability, social distancing requirements and options for online teaching. The New York State School Boards Association says that districts need the guidance as soon as possible. A lot of decisions are dependent on these guidelines, said Cathy Woodruff, speaking for the association. “Districts need as much information as possible, as early as possible, to prepare sufficiently and to put protocols in place in time for the start of school,’’ Woodruff said. “One of the many things we have learned from the experiences of 2020 and 2021 is the importance of consistency in the guidance from the state Department

e need clear directives from the White House, the CDC and the state.

of Health and the CDC.” Guess what? There is no consistency, and there are no hard-wired guidelines. As for remote learning, which may be necessary in some places, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced earlier this summer that he would be releasing a statewide policy on distance learning. His office has pointed to the state Health Department for guidance on that as well. Superintendents say they can work with the guidance, but need to get it started. So, everyone is pointing to everyone else for “guidance.” The governor, who we can imagine is hobbled by his self-inflicted political wounds, needs to summon the leadership qualities he demonstrated in the early days of the pandemic and lead his state’s schools through this next phase. Better yet, let him resign so we can move on this. Uncertainties abound. How do you create school environments that are well ventilated and conducive to learning? How do you transport children safely to and from school? How do you feed them and organize their outdoor sports? These questions beg for clear answers as the new strain of this disease spreads among unvaccinated Americans, creating the awful possibility of another, even more deadly variant popping up among this population of Covid victims who chose not to protect themselves. Copyright 2021 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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Mr. Cuomo, the time has come to resign

ov. Andrew Cuomo’s reaction to a damning report filed Aug. 3 by state Attorney General Letitia James, detailing precisely how and when the governor sexually harassed 11 women, can only be described as bizarre. Rather than a full denial or apology, Cuomo gave us a slideshow with photo after photo of him hugging and kissing people in public, seemingly suggesting that’s just who he is — a hugger and a kisser, an old-school politician who revels in public displays of affection with his constituents, female or male. He kind of, sort of apologized for handsy gestures that were misinterpreted by any women as sexual advances. Sorry, Governor, that’s not good enough. You must resign immediately for the good of New York. In our March 11 editorial, we wrote, “It has been disturbing and disheartening to hear a series of accusations against the governor — first, that his administration may not only have under-reported nursing home deaths, but also altered the reports, and second, that he may have sexually harassed four women. “If the growing number of accusations against Cuomo and his administration are proven true in the independent investigations now taking place, then he should resign, so as not to put the state through the long agony of an impeachment proceeding.” The number of accusers against the governor grew from four to 11 in a matter of

weeks this spring. James quickly went to work, undertaking a fair, thorough examination of the facts, interviewing 179 witnesses and gathering 74,000 pieces of evidence before reaching an unequivocal conclusion: Cuomo has sexually harassed women who worked for him. We stand by our original call: The governor must now exit the political stage. He would be wise to do so. A growing number of prosecutors are weighing potential criminal complaints against him over allegations that he groped women — an illegal act. Roiled by the coronavirus pandemic, New York state has endured enough turmoil over the past year and a half. We needn’t witness a sitting governor criminally charged. Cuomo’s first inclination, however, has been to stand his ground. He is a bulldog, a rough-and-tumble fighter who hits back when he’s punched in the gut. He will not back down, it appears. If he does not plan to leave office for the good of the state, then he might think not of the moment, but of history. He still has a chance to salvage some modicum of his political legacy — he has, after all, done enormous good on a number of fronts — and to preserve the legacy of his father, the great Mario Cuomo. A scandal of this magnitude threatens to besmirch the Cuomo family name. From here on, it could, for years, even decades, be associated first and foremost with sexual harassment, rather than good works. Andrew Cuomo would be wise to consider that possibility. We are shocked and disappointed that

letters Smaller transit agencies need support To the Editor: After seven months, New Jersey Transit and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority have been unable to agree on how to split $14.5 billion of CARES Act Covid-19 relief funds from Washington administered by the Federal Transit Administration. The MTA anticipated receipt of $4 billion in the second round of funding and $6.5 billion in the third. This disagreement impacts other non-MTA transit operators. Until New York and New Jersey agree on how to divide funding, the New York Metropolitan Transportation Council (the FTA-sanctioned metropolitan planning organization) will unable to complete its own split for its membership. This would result in the NICE Bus, City of Long Beach transit, Suffolk County transit and Town of Huntington buses’ inability to access their share of funding. These smaller agencies do not have the same ability to borrow money that the MTA does. Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and other elected officials should ask Gov. Andrew Cuomo, the state Department of Transportation, the

he is alleged to have made unwanted sexual advances, including kissing and touching, given his public advocacy for legislation intended to eradicate harassment of women in the workplace. We now must wonder, was it all for show? Reportedly, Cuomo was signing #MeTooera legislation into law one day, and the next engaging in unwanted sexual advances, most often toward younger women in powerless positions, including one who was a sexual assault survivor. We have to wonder, Governor, have you no shame? After all of this came out, Cuomo and his loyalist surrogates reportedly mounted an attack campaign designed to call his accusers’ allegations — and even the accusers themselves — into question. That act alone should be reason enough for him to resign. If he will not resign, it is clear that the State Assembly must move swiftly to impeach him. Impeachment is a long, drawn-out process that will, in a very real sense, re-victimize his accusers, because they will be forced to relive this nightmare in public. Impeachment would, however, send a clear message that sexual harassment is unacceptable by anyone, including a sitting governor. State lawmakers gave Cuomo an Aug. 13 deadline to provide any additional evidence backing up his side of the story. Nearly 100 of the Assembly’s 150 members have said they would vote to impeach him if he does not resign. Let’s hope this scandal never reaches that point. Mr. Cuomo, now is the time to step down.

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n the fall, families and their students plan college tours. Given the time it takes to schedule and navigate such visits, careful planning is imperative. After deciding on where to visit, call for appointments with an admissions staff member and ask for an interview, to meet a faculty member, sit in on a class, visit a residence hall room and eat in the dining hall. Many colleges offer virtual information sessions and interactive tours. These and admissions open houses offer opportunities to hear roBert A. from campus leaders as well as stusCott dents and decide on where to visit. In preparing for visits, families should consider the characteristics they’re looking for. How far from home is acceptable? Will the student be most comfortable in a city, a suburban setting or a rural area? Will the student live on campus or at home? How large a campus is acceptable? How does the large university create smaller communities on campus? Is the admissions selectivity of the college such that the student would be an average, above average or “stretch” candidate because of the competition? Families and students should use research sources such as the federal College Scorecard to decide on a list of colleg-

es to examine in detail. School counselor should be helpful with information about past students who have gone to particular colleges and a library of college catalogs. Visit a nearby campus to practice your college visit strategies. The College Scorecard as research tool. The Scorecard can be useful in examining data about colleges and comparing them. A publication such as the “Fiske Guide to Colleges” can give a better picture of a campus. The Scorecard includes obvious elements such as size, fields of study available, acceptance rate, and SAT and ACT score ranges. Other information, however, is important to consider:

the percentage enrolled full-time, the percentage receiving Pell grants (a surrogate for the socio-economic status of students), and racial and ethnic diversity.

offer merit as well as need-based awards? Will financial aid be adjusted upward for any tuition increases if the family’s contribution remains the same or lower?

■ Additional information can be gleaned from campus publications and in the campus interview. The goal is to find a good fit, a campus that is both challenging academically and caring about student success. Consider:

■ Health and safety: In addition to protocols put in place for Covid-19, are people on campus physically safe, and can they get physical and mental health services when they need them? What is the crime rate on and around campus? Does the Public Safety force carry guns? If so, why? Can students walk safely to shopping areas? Does the college provide transportation?

here are many factors to consider when choosing an institute of higher learning.

■ Graduation rates. Rates below 60 percent can suggest a poor fit between those admitted and the campus environment. ■ Average annual cost, the published cost minus the average amount for grants and scholarships for federal aid recipients. When comparing colleges, whether public or private, calculate the net price. A private college will often charge a lower net price than a public one with a lower published tuition rate. ■ Financial aid and median student debt. These are important indicators of affordability. ■ Characteristics of the student body, including the number of undergraduates,

■ Admissions: Does the admissions staff give added weight to applicants who visit the campus? How important are test scores and an essay? Athletic prowess, or alumni connections?

■ Academics: Are students assigned a faculty advisor? How easy is it to change majors? Can students participate in faculty-sponsored research? Does the campus foster a competitive academic atmosphere? Does the library provide easy access to resources and quiet places to study? ■ Enrollment: What percentage of total enrollment consists of undergraduates? Do graduate students receive preference in faculty time? ■ Financial aid: How does the college structure its financial aid packages in terms of grants, loans and jobs? Does it

Letters MTA chairman and board members to resolve this dispute as soon as possible. Local bus operators, such as NICE Bus, do not deserve to be adversely financially impacted by this impasse between the two largest transit agencies in America. LARRy PENNER Great Neck Penner is a transportation advocate, historian and writer who previously worked for the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 New York Office.

Keep 9/11 program funded To the Editor: Ahead of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, I am introducing legislation to address the impending World Trade Center Health Program funding shortfall that will begin affecting the program and its ability to provide services starting in 2025. I will push to include provisions from the bill in the upcoming reconciliation package. After years of efforts and calls on the federal government, Congress established the WTCHP in 2011 to provide medical treatment and monitoring for more than 110,000 9/11 responders and survivors. Now, nearly

■ Feel: Were the students, faculty and staff you met on campus friendly? A college has a narrative, a “story” based on who is there now and who came before.

six years since Congress reauthorized the program, it is estimated that the funding formula in the statute will not be able to keep pace with the anticipated costs of providing the program’s services to 9/11 heroes, who span all 50 states and 434 of the 435 congressional districts. Soon, the WTCHP will not have the funds needed to provide care for those still suffering the physical and mental impacts of 9/11 and for those who have yet to be diagnosed with 9/11-associated conditions caused by their toxic exposures. The victims of Sept. 11 were not just the men and women killed on that terrible day. Countless American lives continue to be claimed by illnesses linked to the attacks. Today we must uphold our promise and ensure that the WTCHP will have the funds it needs now and into the future. I am urging my colleagues in Congress to prioritize and pass the 9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act, and to remember that “we will never forget 9/11” isn’t just a slogan, but a reality we must uphold. The WTCHP originally passed with bipartisan support with a five-year authorization, and covers the lifespans of all who were affected, including responders to and survivors of the attacks on the World Trade

■ Housing and food service: Does the campus have sufficient residential hall space to house all undergraduates, or must students live in fraternity and sorority houses or off campus? Does the dining service offer a variety of foods? ■ Social life: Does the college sponsor a rich cultural life and support many clubs and organizations, or do fraternities and sororities dominate the social scene? Will a student feel left out if he or she doesn’t join one? Do students have to be varsity athletes to use the fitness center and recreational facilities? ■ Career placement: Does the career office provide access to jobs on campus and in the summer? Does it offer information about internships? Can students earn academic credit through internships? Robert A. Scott is president emeritus of Adelphi University and author of “How University Boards Work,” Johns Hopkins University Press, 2018, Eric Hoffer Awardee, 2019.

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Center and the Pentagon as well as the crash in Shanksville, Pa., children who were in schools in downtown Manhattan on Sept. 11 and during the cleanup, and those who have since experienced, or are expected to experience, adverse health

effects that are linked to the attacks in the coming years. The program was reauthorized in 2015, and extended through 2090, with bipartisan support. SEN. KIRSTEN GILLIBRAND

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