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Unveiling a new three-story training facility at Franklin Square firehouse

By NIColE WAGNER nwagner@liherald.com

Franklin Square firefighters will soon be able to train at a practice facility closer to home: The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department unveiled a new three-story-tall training structure last week.

The facility, located behind the department’s headquarters on Liberty Place, was designed by American Fire Training Systems and cost $282,000. Fire Department officials said that a $50,000 community revitalization program grant from Nassau County contributed to the purchase. The rest of the cost was covered by the SPECIAL COMMEMORATIVE SECTIO

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“This training facility will help ensure that our firefighters receive the best training possible to keep themselves safe while keeping our communities safe,” County Legislator John Giuffre said in a Facebook post when he presented the grant to the department.

The facility features a number of props that firefighters will use to hone their skills, which will give them the opportunity to closely approximate, and prepare for, real-world situations.

There will be artificial smoke generators, and each floor will have a standpipe to hook a hose to. A bail-out egress atop the facility, accessible Continued on page 19

Welcome to the Franklin Square/Elmont Herald. Whether you hail from Franklin Square or Elmont, residents can be proud of either community.

Franklin Square and Elmont neighbors welcome everyone with open arms and friendly faces. The communities consistently lend a hand, get involved and advocate for each other.

Whether you’re new in town or your family has called Franklin Square and Elmont home for generations, neighbors greet each other with kindness.

Businesses can look for support from the Elmont and Franklin Square Chambers of Commerce. Students are supported by their teachers and the school districts work hard to educate the children.

Looking to travel back in time? Visit the Franklin Square Historical Museum and learn stories of past residents you won’t find anywhere else. Want to get your game face on? Grab a seat at UBS Arena and hear the roar of the crowd.

The communities here are strong, driven and dedicated.

Thanks to local and state support, residents will see a reinvented historic Belmont Park in the years to come. This week’s Franklin/Square Elmont Herald is being mailed to every home,

and includes a copy of our popular annual magazine, Living In Franklin Square & Elmont. It’s filled with great information you can use throughout the year and highlights the many acts of kindness that make Franklin Square and Elmont such a great communities.

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Each week in these pages — and on our website — we cover the big issues, and you’ll find the local news that you can’t find anywhere else.

We are committed to serving Franklin Square and Elmont, telling the stories you won’t find anywhere else. Email nwagner@liherald.com.

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Businesses learn tips, tricks for digital marketing Franklin Square businesses learned some tips and tricks to improve their marketing skills from Penny Saver Digital Creative Agency on Sept. 20.

Brian LeDonne, senior account executive with Penny Saver Digital Creative Agency, spoke to the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce at its September meeting. He urged business owners to monitor their website traffic, evaluate the user friendliness of their websites, utilize QR codes and more.

One way that LeDonne said business owners can get ahead is to conduct a Google search of their website to see reviews from patrons. He highlighted that when businesses respond to reviews, it helps customers to see the person behind the company.

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The next Chamber of Commerce general meeting will be held at Trotters Bar and Grill in Franklin Square Oct. 17. at 6 p.m.

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Elmont’s Selene Ferdinand named Miss New York Preteen

By NICOLE WAGNER nwagner@liherald.com

New York has a new Queen — and she happens to be from Elmont.

Ten-year-old Selene Ferdinand has made quite a name for herself on the local and statewide levels. She is the founder of nonprofit Meera Empowerment, and was recently crowned National American Miss New York Preteen for 2023-24.

The title means a lot to her as she ventures to help others through her title and community service efforts. “(Pageantry) teaches us how to have that confidence and that courage inside of us, which is the most important part to go about (life) on a daily basis,” Selene said.

She credited her experience with National American Miss pageantry with breaking her out of her onceshy shell and inspiring her self-confidence.

“I just say to never give up and always work hard,” she said.

During a typical week, Selene practices her speech, gets active with her Girl Scout Troop, and is involved in community service efforts throughout the Elmont region. This year, she will work towards her Silver Award as a Girl Scout.

She participated in several back to school drives in Elmont, Uniondale and Valley Stream before the start of the school year. Recently, Selene helped raffle out prizes for basketball players at the Elmont Family Day Self Awareness Event held on Sept. 16.

Meera Empowerment hosts fundraisers throughout the year to raise money for charitable organizations such as Building Homes for Heroes and the American Cancer Society.

“My dad used to work in the city, so when I go to the city there are lots of people who don’t have homes that live on the street,” Selene said. “So that really touched my heart and inspired me to make an impact. I saw a problem in my community and I wanted to fix it.”

Her connection to the American Cancer Society is personal, as she said multiple family members have had cancer.

“It’s really dear to my heart and I wanted to make an impact for those in need,” she said.

All of the skills she has learned through pageantry with National American Miss she uses to help in her nonprofit work in Meera Empowerment. At the nonprofit foundation, she also works to empower kids to be confident.

“We use all of my public speaking skills and my modeling to put them all together in the youth,” Selene said. “So they know how to do interviews, for future jobs and such.”

Children involved with Meera Empowerment are considered ambassadors with the nonprofit. Selene said she goes to the Ronald McDonald House with the ambassadors to learn and cook for guests.

Throughout Nov.17-26, the Elmont native will compete at the national level for the National American Miss National Queen title. The title would mean a lot to Selene, who has competed in beauty pageants since she was 4 years old.

She recently expanded her runway experience to include a New York Fashion Week show this year.

Marc DeFang, a pageant, prom and bridal designer, reached out to Selene to walk the runway and model for him.

“I was really excited because this is a once in a lifetime opportunity,” she said.

Her favorite part of the experience was when she heard the applause when she walked down the runway.

Before she walks down the runway, Selene prepares herself with words of affirmation to instill confidence.

“Normally I say in my head,” she explained. “‘I’m good enough. I’m worth it. I can do this. I believe in

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Selene Ferdinand, 10, of Elmont, walked in the 2023 New York Fashion Week for designer Marc Defang.

Defang is a pageant, prom and bridal designer, myself. I’m beautiful. I’m just wonderful. I’m my own queen, no matter if I win or not, I have my own invisible crown.”

To support Selene at the National American Miss pageant in November, community organizations Exit 13 Grooming Lounge, Meera Empowerment and Elmont Strong will all hold an event to support her endeavors on Oct. 7. The event will be held at 750 Elmont Road from 5-7 p.m.

“I just want to thank them so much, because none of this would have happened without them,” Selene said.

During the send-off event, Meera Empowerment ambassadors will be given citation awards by County Legislator Carriè Solages around 6 p.m.

“Girl Scouts and National American Miss pageant have made her that outspoken person,” said Savitre Ferdinand, Selene’s mother.

In February, Selene will be honored in Franklin Square at the Lincoln King Visionary Awards. She was nominated

by Pastor Emmanuel Asse for her civic leadership in Elmont.

She credits this opportunity to her community service in the Elmont community and work with Meera Empowerment to empower the local youth.

People can hear Selene when she appears on You’re Our Unity, a talk show that works to cultivate a spirit of peace in the community.

In August, Selene’s nonprofit Meera Empowerment, which empowers local youth and raises money for charitable causes, held a fashion show. The organization was able to raise over $5,000.

File photo courtesy Savitre Ferdinand

Elmont’s Selene Ferdinand has competed in pageants since she was 4 years old. This year, she hopes to be crowned the National American Miss Preteen. 23 New York Fashion Week.

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Those in attendance reflected during a moment of silence at the service.

“America the Beautiful” was performed by music teachers Anthony Pino and Andrew Tilles on the violin and keyboard. To conclude the ceremony, the American flag was raised.

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Brianna Suarez Oubina, a local Girl Scout, was celebrated as a 2023 Gold Award Girl Scout in June. She developed a dog therapy program for younger generations to deal with stress and was recognized by the Girl Scouts of Nassau County

H. Frank Carey student and Girl Scout Caitlin Fitzpatrick became a 2023 Gold Award Girl Scout in June. She was recognized by Girl Scouts of Nassau County for her project that focused on the deterrence of beach erosion using a Coanda device.

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Children were educated by Cano’s project, which for reaching their goals and leaving a legacy with their focused on the potential dangers of drinking from a communities,” said Randell Bynum, chief executive of water hose. She wrote and illustrated a book titled Girl Scouts of Nassau County. “Their dedication is evi“Don’t Drink from the Hose” which she to theFriday, dent and12,their The Herald Courier, August 2022 hard work has touched countless lives.”

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Though looking back on the nearly 36,000 days of his lifetime, Finz’s achievements have spanned courtrooms, stages, and a World War. The Manhasset resident was honored with an induction into the United States Army Officer Candidate School Hall of Fame on Saturday, July 23, at the historic Gracewood Mansion.

Finz was recognized for his service as a 1st lieutenant, field artillery in the Pacific Theater during World War II and was awarded with the Army Commendation Medal for Meritorious and Outstanding Service.

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Franklin Square and West Hempstead Girl Scouts Brianna Suarez Oubina, Caitlin Fitzpatrick, Ava Zino and Sophia Cano were honored as members of the 2023 Girl Scout Gold class.

Fifty-five Girl Scouts throughout Nassau who made an impact and addressed important causes in their communities were celebrated by the Girl Scouts of Nassau County this June.

Projects girls in grades 9-12 can work on for their Gold Award can span a range of civic and social issues.

The projects are meant to make a lasting impact on the community. For the project, girls can publish books, establish nonprofit organizations, implement classroom lessons or decide to create a different project to become a Gold Award Girl Scout.

Saurez Oubina’s project developed a dog therapy program to help younger generations cope with daily stressors in the post-Covid-19 world. For the project, titled “Mental Health and Pet Therapy,” she partnered with Pediatric Advanced Life Support classes, the Mind Over Matter Club, and her principal to offer therapy sessions.

The therapy dogs used in the project were licensed under Therapy Dogs International. With the help of Sewanhaka School District Psychologist Caryl Oris, Suarez Oubina expanded the program to the four high schools in the Sewanhaka Central High School District.

The program will continue under the guise of underclassmen, who will continue the work.

Beach erosion was tackled through Fitzpatrick’s project, titled “Optimizing a Coanda Device for the Reduction of Beach Erosion.” The H. Frank Carey High School student’s project focused on changing people’s habits to deter erosion at the beach. An experiment was conducted to see how a Coanda device can deter beach erosion.

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Sewanhaka off to promising start Junior Josel Castillo busted out of the gate with a red-hot start for Sewanhaka with six goals in five matches.

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AvEry TESTA South Side Senior Soccer IN HER FOURTH year as South Side’s starting goalkeeper, Testa is looking to add to an already impressive resume that includes a pair of county championships, a Long Island title, and a trip to the NYS finals. She was voted team MVP in 2021 when the Cyclones defeated East Islip for the LIC. She has earned Honorable Mention All-County as well as AllConference recognition, and has 20 career shutouts with a goals against average of 0.9.

games to watch Thursday, Sept. 28 Boys Soccer: Kennedy at MacArthur ......................5 p.m.

Boys Soccer: South Side at Elmont ........................5 p.m.

Girls Soccer: V.S. North at V.S. South .....................7 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 29 Boys Soccer: V.S. South at Lawrence .....................5 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Hewlett at V.S. North .........................5 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Wantagh at Clarke.............................5 p.m.

Girls Soccer: V.S. Central at East Meadow ..............5 p.m.

Girls Soccer: Malverne/East Rock at Sewanhaka ...5 p.m.

Girls Soccer: Carey at Hewlett ................................6 p.m.

Football: Baldwin at Syosset ............................6:30 p.m.

Football: Seaford at Cold Spring Harbor .................7 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 30 Football: Westbury at Uniondale ............................2 p.m.

Football: Freeport at Hempstead ............................2 p.m.

Football: Massapequa at Oceanside ......................2 p.m.

Football: V.S. Central at East Meadow....................2 p.m.

Football: East Rockaway at North Shore .................2 p.m.

Football: Carey at Garden City................................2 p.m.

Football: Mepham at Manhasset............................2 p.m.

Football: Wantagh at Lynbrook ...............................2 p.m.

Football: Long Beach at Sewanhaka ......................2 p.m.

Football: Elmont at New Hyde Park.........................2 p.m.

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Josel Castillo certainly is making up for some lost time in a hurry.

After missing his freshman season due to family reasons and being hobbled with an injury in 2022, the Sewanhaka junior forward already has six goals in only five matches.

He is a major reason why the Indians are 3-2-0.

“His IQ, his determination on every play. His speed, his anticipation of plays, his vision of the field,” Sewanhaka head coach Chris Kassoff said. “He’s got it all.

He’s got everything except for height.”

Castillo is 5-foot-6 and 120 lbs. But size can be quite deceiving.

“When the ball’s on his foot, you just know something’s going to happen,” Kassoff said.

Castillo did not score in the 1-0 season opening win over Carey on Sept. 8. CrissAngel Velasquez Hernandez tallied in a scramble in front of the net early in the second half.

“Some guys got a little bit of butterflies out of their stomach from playing their first game,” Kassoff said. “The rust was definitely shaken off.”

Castillo struck for his first brace at Malverne/East Rockaway, which kicked off Sept. 11, but wasn’t completed until Sept. 15 due to lightning in the area. The game was halted at 1-1, allowing Sewanhaka to reset itself in a 3-1 victory.

“We weren’t disciplined,” Kassoff said.

“Friday, we had the time to fix what we need to fix and the floodgates kind of opened a little bit for us.”

Justin Marca scored once and set up a Castillo tally.

Castillo connected for two goals again in a 3-2 victory at Elmont on Sept. 13, also assisting on sophomore Daniel Falla Ramirez’s score.

“That was an interesting game for us,” said Kassoff, who benched three regulars due to disciplinary matters. “We put our starters in, and things were definitely much better.”

The three-game winning streak ended with a pair of home losses, 2-0 to South

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“South Side always has had a good program,” Kassoff said. “We were just undisciplined in the center of the field. We couldn’t really generate anything, offensively.”

The defeat to Roosevelt was more excruciating. For the third time this young season, Castillo scored twice in a game.

Senior goalkeeper Piero Parravacini (season-high 12 saves) was red carded after arguing that the ball did not cross the line after hitting the crossbar on what was one of Roosevelt’s four second-half

goals.

“That changed the trajectory of the game,” Kassoff said.

Sewanhaka will have its work cut out for itself this week with three away games in five days. It visits Garden City, New Hyde Park and Lynbrook.

“I don’t think home-field advantage is a big thing for us,” Kassoff said. “We try and play our game regardless of where we are. I hate being on a bus but sometimes a lot of team building happens on the bus, especially after a victory. We always look forward to playing hard so we can you enjoy ourselves after, rather than be upset.”

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Nassau police charged four people with unlawfully dealing with a child during a Project 21 investigation on Sept. 18.

Investigations were conducted at several establishments during a Project 21 investigation, which targets the sale of Waleed S. nicotine and alcoOzair hol to underage agents. Police said the employees at the stores did not ask for proper identification and sold an underage agent nicotine or alcohol products.

Waleed S. Ozair, 31, of Madison Street, Elmont, sold one flavored nicotine vape product at W.P. Smoke Shop and Candy Store in Williston Park. Police discovered sales of products that contained tetrahydrocannabinol, also known as THC, and marijuana during their investigation. Police said 184 products that contained THC and marijuana were confiscated.

Noah G. Lakburlawal, 25, of 80th Street, Elmhurst, sold one flavored nicotine product at It’s Lit Convenience Shop

in Bellerose Terrace. Officers said 137 products that contained THC and marijuana were confiscated from the store.

Vipin B. Shah, 70, of Smith Place, Williston Park, sold one alcoholic beverage at Aces U p Va p o r a n d Smoke Shop in NOah G. Williston Park. lakburlaWal Medine Cabrera Rosibel Del Carmen, 29, sold two alcoholic beverages at Latino Café and Bar in Garden City Park.

Both Ozair and Lakburlawal have been charged with unlawfully dealing with a child, criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal sale of a controlled substance and age restricted products. They were arraigned Sept. 19 in Hempstead First District Court.

Shah and Rosibel have been charged with prohibited sale of an alcoholic beverage and unlawfully dealing with a child. They were both issued appearance tickets returnable to Hempstead First District Court on Oct. 4.

— Nicole Wagner

assault, larceny in Elmont Nassau police arrested a Queens man in Elmont for assault and larceny on Sept. 22.

Mark Ware, 45, of 104th Avenue, Queens, was charged with assault, larc e n y, o b s t r u c t i n g g o ve r n m e n t a l administration, criminal possession of stolen proper ty, and resisting arrest.

An officer sustained injuries when Ware resisted arrest for shoplifting Friday night at the Marshalls on Hempstead Turnpike. The injured officer was transported to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation.

Officers said they responded to the Marshalls for a larceny in progress when they saw a man run from the store with stolen merchandise. Police chased Ware foot and a str ug gle ensued when he resisted arrest.

Police said further investigation revealed that Ware was involved in seven previous larcenies at the Marshalls on Hempstead Tur npike in Elmont.

Ware was ar raigned Sept. 23 at Hempstead First District Court.

— Nicole Wagner

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Soirée raises single-event record $1 million

By RACHELE TERRANOVA rterranova@liherald.com

It was about raising money while celebrating three outstanding community members. But above all else, this past weekend’s Soirée Under the Stars at The Lannin at Eisenhower Park was all about ensuring a strong, healthy future for all those within the reach of the Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital.

Mount Sinai South Nassau board of directors co-chair Anthony Cancellieri, radiology department chair Dr. Matthew Rifkin, and Dawn Keiley — the hospital’s senior director of nursing — were honored not just by the crowd joining them on a damp Eisenhower Park weekend, but also by many family and friends who sent their congratulations through video.

Cancellieri was singled out by the hospital for his endless dedication, leadership and selfless service he has brought to Mount Sinai ever since he first joined the board of directors in 2009. A former lieutenant with the New York Police Department, Cancellieri is also a member of the Mount Sinai Health System’s board of trustees. He has dedicated countless hours to securing and overseeing major donations to the hospital, including Mount Sinai’s $500 million capital campaign.

In addition, he is known for volunteering his time to this very event in years past, and has been just as involved with the hospital’s annual golf outing.

“Everything, everything that they promised us and more, they have delivered.” Cancellieri says of the partnership with Mount Sinai Health System.

And Cancellieri knows firsthand the importance of having a strong local hospital like Mount Sinai South Nassau right in everyone’s backyard. When a car struck his daughter more than two decades ago, the ambulance rushed her to Mount Sinai.

“They were supporting me not as nurses, but almost like they were parents, too,” Cancellieri said. “They understood what I was going through.”

Rifkin received the Mary Pearson Award, named for the hospital’s founding administrator, and is presented to an individual who exemplifies selflessness and extraordinary effort in advancing the hospital’s commitment to its mission of compassion and service in the community.

Rifkin is a radiology professor at Icahn School of Medicine Mount Sinai, and has nearly 50 years of medical experience. His mission has been to expand the hospital’s radiology department, improve imaging services, and include better interventional radiology services in order to help catch diseases earlier and save more lives.

A bi-plane imaging system — where two cameras rotate around a patient to provide front and side views simultaneously — is just one example Rifkin has played a key role in obtaining. The imaging system is expected to begin its service this fall.

Keiley earned the hospital’s Cupola Award, established in 2015 to be given to

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Blair Paltrowitz, a registered nurse at Mount Sinai South Nassau, sings the national anthem ahead of the hospital’s annual Soirée Under the Stars, held for the first time this year at The Lannin at Eisenhower Park.

Steven Gold, left, Terri Gold, Karen Lipton and Wayne Lipton were among those who enjoyed the new Lannin at Eisenhower Park as part of Mount Sinai South Nassau’s annual Soirée Under the Stars.

Anthony Cancellieri, co-chair of the Mount Sinai South Nassau board of directors — and a longtime volunteer with the hospital system — was named the 2023 honoree of the hospital’s Soirée Under the Stars fundraiser event at Eisenhower Park.

Broadway stars Tony Yazbeck and Kate Baldwin lit up the stage at the Soirée Under the Stars, held last weekend to raise money and honor some of Mount Sinai South Nassau’s best at Eisenhower Park. a hospital employee who not only lives by the hospital’s mission, but who consistently goes above and beyond the call of duty to deliver excellence for patients.

In her 38-year nursing career, Keiley has climbed the ranks from staff nurse, to assistant nurse manager, to assistant nurse director, to where she stands today: senior nursing director. She has been with the hospital since it was called South Nassau Communities Hospital, and remains under its current Mount Sinai South Nassau moniker.

“When I first started out at South Nassau, I was asked on my interview day, what was my philosophy of nursing?” Keiley said. “I was thinking — I didn’t think I had one. But today, I truly say it’s my three C’s. Be compassionate, care, and always connect.

“You can never miss an opportunity

if you connect with heart.”

Like Cancellieri, Keiley, too, has had personal experience with Mount Sinai, when she was treated for a brain aneurysm at the hospital’s Manhattan campus. Though the commute for treatment took a toll on her and her family, the South Shore hospital will now be equipped with a new comprehensive stroke program so Keiley and her neighbors won’t have to travel so far in the future.

The cocktail event included a performance by the NYPD Pipes & Drums, as well as musical entertainment by Broadway stars Kate Baldwin and Tony Yazbeck.

Next month, after a five-year integration period, Mount Sinai South Nassau will finalize its partnership with Mount Sinai Health System.

The Mary Pearson Award was given to Mount Sinai South Nassau radiology department chair Dr. Matthew Rifkin for his selfless and extraordinary effort in advancing the hospital’s commitment to compassion and service in the community.

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Singer Michelle Fabre’s music resonates with listeners commercial pop genre.

She studied psychology at Nassau Community College, but she heard music call her in another direction Franklin Square’s Michelle Fabrizio is no stranger to — so she decided to pursue a professional career in the craft. singing her heart out.

Since she was 4 years old, Fabre has loved to sing.

The 26-year-old local has been busy the past year, with her first commercial pop album release, music video Her father, Terry Fabrizio is an audio engineer who has production and putting a band together. She uses the operated a studio from the lower level of their home stage name Michele Fabre, and her music is available on since 1989 known as Trezi Music Productions. He’s been involved in the creation of various jingles throughout streaming platforms under that title.

Most recently, Fabre released her single “I’m All That his career.

Fabre works with her father to I Need” with an accompanying bounce ideas off of each other music video. The song has been about the music she puts out. Songs streamed more than 140,000 times evolve between the two of them. at the time of publication.

Fabre’s first professional gig was “I’ve been hearing that it’s really with a commercial jingle for Eskibeen resonating with people lyricalmo Pie. Since then, she has been ly,” Fabre said. involved in jingles for Sam’s Club, The song is about pushing past Goodyear Tires, “Are You Smarter nay-sayers and those who don’t supThan a Fifth Grader,” and more. port your dreams, but also believHer biggest aspiration is to have ing in yourself. The song is persona song chart on the Billboard Top al to Fabre, who says her experienc40. She would also love to go on tour es relate to the song. in the future.

The music video for “I’m All People can look out for Fabre’s That I Need” was also edited by newest single “Don’t Give Up,” Fabre herself.

She highlighted the importance From a young age, Michelle Fabre has which will be released in October.

Right now, Fabre and her five-piece of her support system — family and been involved with music, as her band are working to perform at live friends — with her career as a pro- father Terry Fabrizio worked as an shows across Long Island and in fessional singer. She said the profes- audio engineer on jingles. Together, New York City. sion can be unpredictable, and hav- they produce Fabre’s songs at Trezi “We’ve just been rehearsing and ing such a strong support system Music Productions. we’re looking forward to performhas helped her along the way. ing,” she said.

Her connection to music has People can find Fabre’s album “Find Your Fire” with evolved since she first got involved with the passion at 12 songs on any streaming platform. On Nov. 3, people such a young age.

“Now it’s really about being able to connect with an can find Fabre and her band at Memories in Williston audience that really feels and kind of resonates with my Park where they will perform from 7-10 p.m.

In the future, Fabre hopes to use any success she garmusic, my lyrics,” Fabre said.

Through her art and music, Fabre hopes to uplift peo- ners to give back to the community through fundraisers ple and be able to talk about deeper topics through the and performances.

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Since she was 4 years old, Fabre has been enamored with singing. She’s been featured in jingles for companies like Zwinky Cuties, Hertz, Goodyear tires and more.

Courtesy Michele Fabrizio

Michelle Fabre, 26, of Franklin Square has made a name for herself in the world of music, with several singles streamed over 200,000 times.

Michelle Fabre, pop singer from Franklin Square, got a band together to record her new music video “I’m All That I Need.”

Community market fundraiser offers hope to families in need

By REI WOLFSOHN Gina Centauro, founder of the nonprofit Rescuing Families, gets excited at the end of every Rescuing Families fundraiser, like the community market they will host on Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“It’s really a relief, because every dollar for us really makes a difference, because we’re such a small charity,” Centauro said.

Rescuing Families raises money for and donates time to renovate houses and other places to make them more accessible for the people who live in them. At the market, there will be hand-crafted goods, treats like cookies and decorative cakes, thrift and yard sale style booths and direct marketing vendors like Tupperware.

“We have a lot of hand crafted, which is where we’re trying to head with this marketplace,” Centauro said. “We’re trying to keep it predominantly thrift and hand crafted.”

Other businesses will set up in the lot too. The Everything Wings Food Truck and Iron Chef Food Truck will be in attendance for those who crave a tasty treat. Two pet adoption centers will have booths with potential pets for people to see. Woofie’s mobile pet groomer will also be there.

There will also be a Halloween Pet Parade costume contest, cohosted by a local groomer from 12-2 p.m.

Courtesy Gina Centauro

Community members can be on the lookout for locally hand-crafted goods, tasty treats, thrift finds and more at the Rescuing Families Community Market in Franklin Square on Oct. 14. In June, Franklin Square residents showed out for the Rescuing Families community marketplace.

The Pet Parade will award prizes such as Amazon gift cards and pet toys to the winners in four categories: funniest, scariest, most creative and best overall winner. This is the first year that Rescuing Families has hosted community markets — twice per month since May. This community market fundraiser will support both the Reyes Family and the local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2718, also known as the VFW. The Reyes

Family includes a 43-year-old man who became paraplegic at 18 years old. Renovations will help make their home more accessible for his needs. Centauro said the VFW needs a complete remodel: plumbing, electrical, flooring, new bathrooms, new kitchen, new bar area and more.

“It hasn’t been renovated since the 1960s,” Centauro said. “It really needs a facelift.”

Other construction companies donate their time too: one from Pennsylvania and one from southern New Jersey. The local electrical union and the plumbing council of Long Island also donate their services.

“The renovations are very costly, as anybody would know,” Centauro said.

“Everything has gone up, including building materials. It’s very challenging for us sometimes. So we’re always excited after a fundraiser to see how much we’ve raised.”

Most of their fundraising comes from private donations and large companies giving them grants like National Grid and Keller-Williams in Franklin Square.

Bingo nights also help Rescuing Families raise money for their efforts. These happen three to four times per year, with a Halloween bingo night on Oct. 27.

There will be 12 to 15 volunteers and 200 to 500 attendees at the community market. Centauro believes this market will be on the larger side, with an attendance total closer to 500 people. Currently, 52 vendors have signed up so far. The vendors keep their profits, while vendor fees go to the Rescuing Families fundraiser. Funds are also raised by the two Rescuing Families thrift tents, with all items donated by volunteers and members of the community.

The community market will be on Oct. 14, in the Municipal Parking Lot on Lincoln Road in Franklin Square next to the VFW Post 2718, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Honoring heroes with ‘humanitarian spirit’

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The American Red Cross is known for being there when people need them most, but even those heroes have heroes of their own. And on Thursday, Oct. 26, the Long Island chapter will celebrate those who have taken extraordinary actions to save lives and perform unselfish and extraordinary acts to help their communities.

It’s all part of the Long Island Heroes Celebration, set to begin at 6:30 p.m., at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City. There, the Red Cross will honor Kevin Rivera of Uniondale, Barbara and Robbie Donno of Plandome Manor, and First Quality Enterprises.

Headquartered in New York City, the Greater New York Region of the American Red Cross has served more than 12 million people for a century not just in the city and on Long Island, but also in Rockland and Westchester counties, as well as Greenwich, Connecticut.

“The Long Island Heroes Celebration is an opportunity for us to recognize members in the community who really reflect the humanitarian spirit of the Red Cross,” said Desiree Ramos Reiner, the chief external affairs officer for the Greater New York Region. “We like to take this moment to really recognize people who live on Long Island, or who have companies on Long Island, and really make a difference in people’s lives every day.”

Rivera, a former Amazon driver from Uniondale, is being hailed a hero for coming to the rescue of a Syosset family during a house fire last year. He had just made his final delivery and was driving away when he noticed a small fire near the front entrance of a neighboring home.

He pulled over to call 911, but when he took a closer look, he saw a woman holding a child inside the house — completely unaware of the danger that was quickly spreading. When Rivera got to the front entrance, he

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Courtesy American Red Cross, Long Island chapter

Kevin Rivera of Uniondale rescued people from a burning house. He is one of three honorees who will be celebrated by the Long Island chapter of the American Red Cross at its Long Island Heroes Celebration. frantically knocked before breaking the door down.

Once inside, Rivera realized the woman and child were not alone, so he rushed to pull everyone outside.

Despite a language barrier, Rivera led the six occupants and two dogs to safety through thick black smoke, and the sounds of windows breaking and wood cracking around them.

Rivera — who will be awarded a Good Samaritan Hero — said he hopes to one-day contact the family to see how they’ve been since the fire.

First Quality — a manufacturer of household paper,

adult, feminine, and baby care products — has been a committed Red Cross supporter for more than a decade, contributing to unprecedented disasters such as Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Harvey, and recently supporting communities impacted by Hurricane Ida in 2021 and Hurricane Ian in 2022.

The Donnos reflect the humanitarian spirit of the American Red Cross because they have dedicated their lives to service. They serve the community through elected office and also through the education system.

Prior to her tenure as mayor, Barbara was a member of the Manhasset School District education board, leading as its president for four years. She is also a former elementary school teacher.

Robbie is the co-founder and chair of Gift of Life, which provides life-saving operations for more than 2,000 people each year. The couple also helps treat children with health ailments in 80 countries, and have a partnership with more than 300 Rotary clubs in order to support these children.

“They really have such a deep commitment to the community and to bringing people together to make a difference,” Reiner said. “They personify the work of the Red Cross.”

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t always turns out to be a beautiful day The stage production, along with the PBS series, certainly resonates with families, just as the original in the neighborhood when Daniel Tiger Mister Rogers did for so many parents now sharing the and his friends welcome families into their “neighborhood” with their kids. Many of the same (or world. The latest stage show, based on PBS’s similar) characters — including King Friday, O the Owl acclaimed long running hit series “Daniel Tiger’s (X the Owl’s “nephew”) Mr. McFeely — and songs Neighborhood,” continue to delight. arrives at Tilles “Anyone who watched Mister Rogers as a kid Center on Oct. 14. will feel right at home,” Lupacchino says. “Yet, it’s For those also thoroughly modern for today’s generation. In this who may need tale, the audience follows along with Daniel and his a refresher, the friends through a school day, their lessons, and different pint-sized tiger in activities.” the familiar red sweater It ends with a “school performance” with all the is actually the “son” of the characters — What original Daniel the Tiger who Lupacchino describes as appeared on the beloved “Mister her favorite moment.

Roger’s Neighborhood.”

By Karen Bloom WHERE “Daniel and his In this modern makeover, Daniel and his classmates put on a ‘play friends are involved in a new adventure in the Can art change the world?

It’s awhere question WHEN within a play.’ It takes Neighborhood of Make-Believe, Daniel pieces of their journey and learns just what it takes to be king. New songs, ••Saturday, Oct.Sunday, 14, 2 p.m. that’s been at athe focus of our collective Saturday and noon-4 brings everything together lively story, and surprise guests captivate the • Tickets start at $30.60; p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, in a way that’s joyous and preschool set as Daniel finds out there’s more available at DanielTigerLive. culture for centuries.

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“I love experiencing it all wonderful honor to Mister Rogers, and I’m so with the kids. At the end of every show, I‘m crying. The proud to be a part of it.

“When We All Stand,” Hofstra University Museum of Art’sthat’s new exhibition, examines kids sing with me and blow me kisses. I just live for that.

“Fred Rogers left behind a legacy My connection with them all is truly special.” the collective power of the incomparable. arts in society. One of inclusivity, kindness, love and collaboration.”

Curated by Alexandra Giordano — the museum’s assistant director of exhibition andFrom the moment everyone hears “Do you want to make-believe with me?” you know you’ve arrived in that Lupacchino, 32, caught on collection — the exhibit underscores artists’ civic responsibility andtoinfluence.

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This exhibit, which runs through July 28, is in conjunction with Hofstra’s 13th presidential conference on the Barack Obama presidency coming up in April.

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Acclaimed as a masterful storyteller, the singersongwriter visits the Landmark stage, Friday, Oct. 6, 8 p.m., for “An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories.” She will be joined on stage by her longtime guitarist, Gerry Leonard, performing a career-spanning show including favorites like Tom’s Diner, Luka, and more. Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early 1980s when, accompanying herself on acoustic guitar, she sang what has been called contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich Village clubs. Since the release of her self-titled, critically acclaimed 1985 debut album, she has given sold-out concerts in many of the world’s best-known venues. Known for performances that convey deep emotion, Vega’s distinctive, “clear, unwavering voice” (Rolling Stone) has been described as “a cool, dry sandpaper-brushed near-whisper” by The Washington Post, with NPR Music noting that she “has been making vital, inventive music” throughout the course of her decades-long career. Bearing the stamp of a storyteller who “observes the world with a clinically poetic eye” (The New York Times), Vega’s songs have tended to focus on city life, ordinary people and real-world subjects. Notably succinct and understated, her work is immediately recognizable — as utterly distinct and thoughtful $195 and $99 premium VIP packages, $61, $51, $41. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

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In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop, Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr. and The Village of Hempstead host a free concert featuring HipHop legends The Sugar Hill Gang, Rob Base, Hempstead native A+ and Keith Murray, Friday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m., at Denton Green. The concert in Hempstead, one of the bedrocks of early and current Hip-Hop, ncludes vendors, food and activities. Dressing in early Hip Hop-era attire encouraged. 99 James A. Garner Way, across from Village Hall, Hempstead.

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View the landmark exhibition “Modigliani and the Modern Portrait,” at Nassau County Museum of Art. Devoted to the way that Modigliani powerfully re-defined the art of portraiture, the show includes his masterworks along with paintings and drawings by his Parisian Art talk contemporaries (Picasso, van Grab your lunch and join Dongen, Laurencin). Modigliani’s Nassau County Museum of enduring influence on artists Art Docent Riva Ettus for even in our own time is shown her popular “Brown Bag in a selection of Contemporary Lecture,” now back on-site paintings by such important at Nassau County Museum figures as David Hockney, Eric of Art, Thursday, Oct. 19, Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton and 1 p.m. Enjoy an in-depth others. The exhibition is being presentation on the current curated by Dr. Kenneth Wayne, exhibition “Modigliani founder of The Modigliani and the Modern Portrait.”

Project, which authenticates Participants are invited to paintings and drawings (two ask questions at the end of of the works in the show have the program and to join the been recently approved by the 2 p.m. public tour of the committee). Through Nov. 5. exhibit. 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) NassauMuseum.org.

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Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required.

Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 7052434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre.

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An inspired concert Conductor-composer Steven Sametz directs The Princeton Singers in “Inspirations,” a program of diverse musical selections, Adelphi’s Performing Arts Center stage, Saturday, Sept. 30, 4 p.m. They have captivated audiences and listeners for 40 years through their versatile musicianship.

Inspirations is a look at how contemporary composers take their inspiration from chant, carnival songs, and spirituals, including works

by Josquin des Prez, Johann Sebastian Bach, Johannes Brahms, Steven Sametz, and Adelphi faculty member Sidney Boquire. $35. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 877-4000 or Adelphi.edu/pac.

Tribute concert Plaza Theatricals continues its tribute series, Saturday, Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m., with “Portrait of Aretha.” CeCe Teneal honors the legacy of the Queen of Soul with personalized interpretations of both popular and lesser-known songs from this 18-Grammy-Awardwinning icon’s 50-year career, including “Chain of Fools,” “You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman,” “Rock Steady,” and “Until You Come Back to Me (That’s What I’m Gonna Do).” It’s performed at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.

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Items on The Scene page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to thescene@liherald.com.

For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour, Friday, Sept. 29, noon1 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 1, 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 2, noon-1 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 4-5, noon-1 p.m. Be introduced to the intensive labor required to create the lifestyle experienced by the Phipps family and their guests; tour the many rooms that were “behind the scenes” to create the formal dining experiences of early 20th century. Go along the corridors to the butler’s pantry and silver cleaning room then descend the 17 steps to the kitchen, scullery, and wine storage rooms located on the ground floor. Reservations required. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.

Spooky Fest is back A Halloween experience not to be missed, Spooky Fest is an outdoor adventure perfect for families who don’t want to be scared — or maybe just a little. Join in the fun at the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. Along the way in the updated and beautifully lit up, Enchanted Walk you will see dinosaurs, aliens and friendly witches, costumed characters and more.

Get your fortune told, make a craft and danceg with the Halloween DJ, along with face painting and the new Amazing Glow tent. For those who want to get a little scared, venture into the Dino Woods. Be on the lookout for the Zombie Robotic Dinosaurs. 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre. Visit CSTL.org for more information.

Movie Night Are you a basketball fanatic? Follow the story of how Nike secured its merchandising deal with Michael Jordan, at Elmont Memorial Library, Friday, Sept. 29, 2:30 p.m. Sports marketing executive Sonny Vacarro, played by Matt Damon, led the charge to get Jordan to sign with Nike.

Featuring Ben Affleck, Phil Knight, Viola Davis, Chris Tucker, Jason Bateman, Jessica Green. Rated R. 105 minutes. Free and open to the public. Seats are first come first serve. 700 Hempstead Turnpike. For more information, visit ElmontLibrary.org.

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Nassau County Museum of Art welcomes those interested in improving their art skills or those who simply want to explore their creativity to participate in one of their many stimulating classes.

The fall schedule includes Watercolor Florals: Beginner to intermediate levels (adults and teens 16+), Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Nov. 2-Dec. 14. $300, $270 members. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor.

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Franklin Square, Elmont organizations here to help

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Students have gone back to school. And parents who work year-round can take a breather trying to find child care for five hours of the day.

But what about the other hours?

What about school- and holidayrelated costs?

The communities of Franklin Square and Elmont are no stranger to lending a helping hand. Organizations work throughout the year — even after school starts — to provide aid to those in need.

Giving Back to Community Corp., led by founder Emilian Emeagwali, helps people in these communities and around the world put food on the table. The non-profit organization is based in Elmont.

From Dutch Broadway to Nigeria, the organization provides holiday meals during Thanksgiving and throughout December. Women entrepreneurs in Nigeria receive financial aid from Giving Back to Community, and some no longer need the help during the holiday season, thanks to their own entrepreneurial success that would not have been possible without this

agency.

Emeagwali hopes that the organization can raise between $20,000 and $30,000 to open a food pantry to fight hunger locally and host people of all cultures. At the Feed the Hungry International annual fundraiser on Oct. 6, Emeagwali aims to raise more than $100,000 to feed people throughout the holiday season.

Some houses have difficult-tonavigate hallways, inaccessible entry or otherwise blocked mobility for people that have a hard time getting around. For families who need a bit of help around the house when it comes to mobility — or who may experience financial hardships — Rescuing Families can help.

Gina and Vinny Centauro began the Franklin Square-based nonprofit seven years ago. They take pride in home renovations for disabled people who gain a welcoming, functional and accessible home after their organization steps in.

Rescuing Families hosts fundraisers and community events throughout the year to finance their projects, such as bingo nights.

The organization will host its second annual Halloween bingo cos-

Where to lend a hand Giving Back to Community Corp ■■ GivingBackToCommunity.org ■■ info@givingbacktocommunity.org Rescuing Families ■■ RescuingFamilies.org■ ■■ (516)■697-9403 Meera Empowerment ■■ meeraempowerment1@gmail.com

tume party at VFW Post 2718 in Franklin Square on Oct. 27. The event is listed for those older than 18, and will feature 30 raffle baskets, five games of bingo, a buffet, and a Halloween costume contest.

Tickets are $30, and are available at bit.ly/RescuingBingo.

There is no age requirement to help out the community, however — and 10-year-old Selene Ferdinand of Elmont is no stranger to civic lead-

ership. When she founded Meera Empowerment in 2021, she had big philanthropic dreams.

Through Meera, Selene and the community have donated to Building Homes for Heroes and the American Cancer Society. The foundation also raises money for high school scholarships, hosts toy drives during the holiday season, and supports other community service events throughout Elmont.

The Meera Empowerment foundation raised more than $9,000 through its fashion shows over the past two years. Selene has empowered children in the community to show their culture and strut their stuff for a good cause. Her experience as National American Miss pageant queen and 2023-24 New York Preteen has helped her inspire confidence in others.

These are just a few of the nonprofit organizations that do great work to help the communities of Elmont and Franklin Square. But continuing that good work depends on all of us, and we all must do our part to continue making Elmont and Franklin Square amazing communities.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. ARTHUR BEZMAN, if he be living, if he be dead, his respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by, or through ARTHUR BEZMAN, if he be dead, whether by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, including any right, title or interest in and to the real property described in the complaint herein, all of who and whose names and places or residence are unknown to the plaintiff, et al, Defts.

Index #607833/2022.

Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered August 11, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on October 11, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. prem. k/a Section 32, Block 425, Lot 125.

Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale and the right of the United States of America to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provided by law.

BRIAN J. DAVIS, Referee.

LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #100707 141732 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR HSI ASSET SECURITIZATION CORPORATION TRUST 2006-WMC1, Plaintiff against LOUISE THENOR, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on October 21, 2014. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 17th day of October, 2023 at 2:30 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Premises known as 28 Monaco Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003.

(Section: 32, Block: 671, Lot: 0034) Approximate amount of lien $418,361.72 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 021619/2007.

George P. Esernio, Esq., Referee.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Dated: August 7, 2023 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, Against CYNTHIA D. QUIGLEY Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/28/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, The North Front Steps of the Nassau County Courthouse, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY. This Auction will be held rain or shine on 10/23/2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 42 King Street, Floral Park, New York 11001, And Described As Follows: 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 Floral Park, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Section 32 Block 06701 Lot 136 And 137.

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $513,312.96 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 609250/2019 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction.

Harold F. Damm, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 MIDLAND AVENUE, SUITE 205, PORT CHESTER, NY 10573 Dated: 8/10/2023 File Number: 19-300598 RS 142004

LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO.21527 RESOLUTION NO.995-2023 Adopted: September 6, 2023 Councilmember Miller offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND SETTING ASIDE CERTAIN PARKING SPACES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE SOLE USE OF HOLDERS OF SPECIAL PARKING PERMITS ISSUED BY THE COUNTY OF NASSAU TO PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS. WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 981-2023, adopted August 1st, 2023, a public hearing was duly held on the 6th day of September, 2023, at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the proposed establishment and setting aside of a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons, in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, all as set forth in said resolution; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Town Board finds it to be in the public interest to establish and set aside a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, the following parking spaces be and the same hereby is set aside for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons: ELMONT CLEMENT AVENUE - west side, starting at a point 298 feet south of the south curbline of Russell Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-283/23) HUNNEWELL AVENUE west side, starting at a point 130 feet north of the north curbline of Theodora Street, north for a distance of 13 feet.

(TH-319/23) FRANKLIN SQUARE FENWORTH BOULEVARD - north side, starting at a point 19 feet east of a point opposite the east curbline of Harrison Street, east for a distance of 20 feet

(TH-321/23) WANTAGH McCLEAN AVENUE - west side, starting at a point 250 feet south of the south curbline of Kinloch Road, south for a a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-286/23) WEST HEMPSTEAD SYCAMORE STREET - east side, starting at a point 58 feet north of a point opposite the north curbline of Plymouth Street, north for a distance of 19 feet.

(TH-300/23) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons: (NR) EAST ROCKAWAY WILLIAMSON STREET south side, starting at a point 74 feet east of a point opposite the east curbline of 8th Avenue, east for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH- 255/21 - 9/09/21) (TH-302/23) FRANKLIN SQUARE SHELBURNE DRIVE south side, starting at a point 50 feet west of the west curbline of Southern Drive, west for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-270/12 - 11/27/12) (TH-301/23) ; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once a newspaper having a general circulation in the Town of Hempstead, and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and posting.

The foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Muscarella and adopted upon roll call as follows: AYES: SEVEN (7) NOES: NONE (0) 142149

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LEGAL NOTICE Case No. 30920 Resolution No. 997-2023 Adopted: September 6, 2023 Councilmember Muscarella offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING, ADOPTING AND AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT OF SALE AND TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO FULLY IMPLEMENT THE TERMS AND PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION, COVERING THE ABOVE DESCRIBED VACANT PARCELS OF LAND:

Parcel 1: N o r t h e a s t corner of Hempstead Turnpike & Louis Avenue (Section 32, Block 365, Lots 57-61 and 199) Zoned HT-E-NC District+/12,800 square feet (Parcel 1); Parcel 2: 546 Hempstead Turnpike, Northwest corner of Hempstead Turnpike and Makofske Avenue (Section 32, Block 365, Lot 200) - Zoned HT-E-NC District +/- 3,120 square feet (Parcel 2); Parcel 3: 522 Hempstead Turnpike, North side of Hempstead Turnpike, between Rouquette Avenue and Louis Avenue (Section 32, Block 362, Lots 14 and 15) - Zoned HT-E-NC District +/- 2,990 square feet (Parcel 3); Parcel 4: 540 Hempstead Turnpike, Northwest corner of Hempstead Turnpike and Louis Avenue (Section 32, Block 362, Lots 20, 21, 42 and 43) Zoned HT-E-NC and Residence C Districts +/- 9,150 square feet (Parcel 4); Parcel 5: 524 Hempstead Turnpike, North side of Hempstead Turnpike and the East side of Rouquette Avenue (Section 32, Block 362, Lots 11, 16-19 and 41), Zoned HT-E-NC and Residence C Districts +/9,700 square feet (Parcel 5).

WHEREAS, the Town of Hempstead is the fee owner of the above described parcels; and WHEREAS, the Town’s Department of Planning and Economic Development, by publication of a Request for Proposals (RFP’s) on February 14, 2020; solicited, received and reviewed proposal(s) from interested developer(s) for the development of the above described proposals in accordance with the RFP; and WHEREAS, at the conclusion of the abovedescribed process, the Town’s Department of Planning and Economic Development recommended to this Board that the Contract of Sale be awarded to Duck Soup Properties LLC, a New York limited liability company, having an address at 1225 Franklin Avenue, Suite 325, Garden City, New York 11530, whose sole member and manager is Irwin R. Krasnow, the successor in interest to Area Real Estate Associates, Inc., as stated in the Contract of Sale; and WHEREASContract of Sale provides for the conveyance of the following parcels for a total purchase price of One Million Two Hundred Thousand and 00/100 ($1,200,000.00) Dollars covering the following parcels; Parcel 1: Northeast corner of Hempstead Turnpike & Louis Avenue (Section 32, Block 365,

Lots 57-61 and 199) Zoned HT-E-NC District+/12,800 square feet (Parcel 1); Parcel 2: 546 Hempstead Turnpike, Northwest corner of Hempstead Turnpike and Makofske Avenue (Section 32, Block 365, Lot 200) - Zoned HT-E-NC District +/- 3,120 square feet (Parcel 2); Parcel 3: 522 Hempstead Turnpike, North side of Hempstead Turnpike, between Rouquette Avenue and Louis Avenue (Section 32, Block 362, Lots 14 and 15) - Zoned HT-E-NC District +/- 2,990 square feet (Parcel 3); Parcel 4: 540 Hempstead Turnpike, Northwest corner of Hempstead Turnpike and Louis Avenue (Section 32, Block 362, Lots 20, 21, 42 and 43) Zoned HT-E-NC and Residence C Districts +/- 9,150 square feet (Parcel 4); and Parcel 5: 524 Hempstead Turnpike, North side of Hempstead Turnpike and the East side of Rouquette Avenue (Section 32, Block 362, Lots 11, 16-19 and 41), Zoned HT-E-NC and Residence C Districts +/9,700 square feet (Parcel 5).

NOW THEREFORE IT IS RESOLVED, the execution of the Contract of Sale by the Commissioner of the Town’s Department of Planning and Economic Development by Duck Soup Properties LLC, is hereby accepted and adopted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of the Town of Hempstead Department of Planning and Economic Development be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to fully implement the terms and provisions of this Resolution without the need for further resolution, provided nevertheless, that said documents are in a form duly approved by legal counsel to said Commissioner.

Said documents shall include, but not be limited to a deed(s), capital gains tax affidavit(s), equalization and assessment form and the TP-584, and such other documents as, in the opinion of legal counsel to said Commissioner, are reasonably required to implement the provisions of this Resolution.

The foregoing Resolution was duly adopted upon roll call as follows: Ayes: SEVEN (7) Nayes: NONE (0) 142150 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AND AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 60-2023 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held September 6th, 2023, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 60-2023, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 60-2023, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations.

Dated: September 6, 2023 Hempstead, New York

BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 142144 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC AUCTION NOTICE OF SALE OF COOPERATIVE APARTMENT SECURITY

BY VIRTUE OF DEFAULT in a security agreement executed on November 01, 2017 by Delia A. Walters AKA Delia Anne Walters, and in accordance with its rights as holder of the security, WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., by Kim Carrino, Auctioneer, will conduct a public sale of the security consisting of 410 shares of common stock in Flowerview Gardens Owners, Inc. and all rights title and interest in and to a proprietary lease between corporation and debtor for UNIT C1-A2 in a building known as and by the street address, 5 Adelaide Street, Unit C1-A2, Floral Park, NY 11001 together with fixtures and articles of personal property now or hereafter affixed to or used in connection with UNIT C1-A2 on October 19, 2023 at 9:00AM North Facing Front Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, NY 11501, in satisfaction of an indebtedness in the principal amount of $181,577.58 plus interest from March 01, 2020 and costs, subject to open maintenance charges. The secured party reserves the right to bid. Ten percent (10%) deposit by bank or certified funds required at Auction, payable to the attorneys for the secured party. Closing within 30 days. Such sale shall be subject to the terms of sale. GROSS POLOWY LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite

100 Williamsville, NY 14221 (716) 204-1700 ATTORNEYS FOR SECURED CREDITOR 77700 142106 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2007-3, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-3 Plaintiff, Against JUAN S. ARBOLEDA A/K/A JUAN ARBOLEDA, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 03/07/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Front Steps of the Nassau County Courthouse, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. This Auction will be held rain or shine on 10/27/2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 267 Seidman Place, Franklin Square, New York 11010, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Section 0033 Block 603 Lot 85 And 86 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $814,558.58 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 608829/2017 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction.

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Franklin Square unveils $282,000 facility

FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD — Septemebr 28, 2023

Joseph Gerrato said.

The first department members to above the third floor, will allow firefighters to practice evacuating from a fire familiarize themselves with the facility will be members of the department’s from high above ground.

To train for breaking through training committee.

“Most importantly, it’s jammed doors, the structure going to be here in town, so has forcible-entry doors. A it will help out our volunroof-cutting prop on top, teers, instead of (their) havslanted and finished with ing to travel out of town for shingles, recreating the roof training,” Ger rato said. of a commercial or residenDepartment members have tial building, offers another previously trained at the point of preparation.

Nassau County Fire Service The facility has window Academy in Old Bethpage. openings from which fireMembers of other local fighters can train to rappel departments will be also when needed. And on the invited to train in Franklin first and second floors, there Square. are prop walls on rolling The volunteers will still tracks that can be used to train each year at the acadebuild rooms of varying laymy, but the Franklin Square outs. Some of the walls have facility will enhance their holes at the bottom to recrepreparedness for fire calls. It ate confined spaces that firewill also be useful for junior fighters may have to crawl JosePh Gerrato through in real-world emer- Chief, Franklin Square firefighters, Gerrato said. “(They’ll) get the same gencies. and Munson Fire experience we get, but in a “Pretty much anything Department much safer atmosphere,” he you would get at a state-ofsaid. the-art fire academy anyThe new facility replaced an old prowhere, we have it all confined into one pane trailer that had been at the Fire building on a smaller scale,” Chief Department for 25 years or so, and was used for training.

The acquisition of the new facility took two years, department officials said. Former Franklin Square Fire District Commissioner Joseph Torregrossa was involved in the project, despite battling illnesses that resulted from his work at the World Trade Center after the Sept. 11 attacks. Torregrossa was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia and prostate cancer in 2014.

Seven years later, he was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. He died last year.

“During that time when he was going to treatments, he was very active in making sure that the plans were being done,” Gerrato said. “Making sure that the structure features walls on rolling we were getting every possible training tracks to give firefighters the capability to build rooms and recreate specific situ- option and prop in it that we could.”

In honor of Torregrossa’s contribuations for rescue scenarios. Some of the tions, Fire Commissioner and Board walls have holes in the bottom for trainChairman Dennis Lyons said the faciliees to practice squeezing through to ty would be named after him.

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retty much anything you would get at a state-of-theart fire academy anywhere, we have it all confined into one building on a smaller scale.

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the facility features several props that will help firefighters hone their skills. a roof cutting prop will teach them how to cut through a building in case of an emergency.

access other areas of a building.

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MASTR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2006AM3, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-AM3 is the Plaintiff and SHARON SPERANZA, 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 October 26, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known

as 247 PASCHAL AVENUE, FRANKLIN SQUARE, NY 11010: Section 33, Block 308, Lot 52-53: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMRPOVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT FRANKLIN SQUARE, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold

subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 011081/2013. Janine T. Lynam, 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

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it took two years to bring the facility, designed by american fire training Systems, to franklin Square. from left were Commissioner Chris mollish, Commissioner dennis Lyons, firehouseman michael rosamilia, Second assistant Chief Justin pons, first assistant Chief michael multari and Chief Joseph gerrato.

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A. Home sprinklers are required for homes over 2½ stories tall, and were partly the reason that insulation became required in attic ceilings instead of just floors. The piping needs to be on the warm side of insulation.

Water stagnates in pipes over time, and putrid water, in a stand-alone system, must have a backflow device to prevent onte eeper stagnant water from getting into the municipal system.

Stand-alone water testing and back-flow device testing was nixed by most water authorities, because homeowners had the responsibility to arrange for tests (and they could not be relied on to do so), and neglected systems could end up poisoning the neighbors. You’ll need to contact a residential fire sprinkler installer for testing to avoid property or system damage.

Local water departments in many municipalities have higher authority than building codes when it comes to domestic sprinklers. The latest arrangement is a mix of multi-purpose fixtures and a stand-alone system in which the water supply branches after the water service enters the home, directed to the most used toilet water lines (the master bathroom toilet). It is connected to the sprinkler line, where flushing regularly advances enough water to purge standing water in the sprinkler line to keep it from becoming putrid and dangerous, which may preclude testing. A certified installer can look at your installation and see right away if this was done.

Water departments still weren’t satisfied, and insisted on a check valve in the fire sprinkler pipeline as a backup solution to protect the domestic water if the passive solution of water flow and purging to the most used fixture didn’t work as planned. This device ends up in a location where the water company can check your system’s function annually, and certify its continued use. New homeowners might be surprised when they see that the water bill has an additional fee for “backflow prevention device certification.”

Some people don’t disclose the particulars, and it’s good that you’re asking questions. If there is anything faulty about your system or its operation, it could be a serious problem for your household and for neighbors who share the water supply in your immediate area. A negative pressure backup from purging the street lines or any other malfunction could be deadly. Be sure to follow up and ask more questions of your water department and an installation and testing company. Good luck!

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Baldwin $610,000 Field Place. Cape. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room and exercise room. First floor bedroom.

Taxes: $11,754.57 Bellmore $785,000 Shore Road. Splanch. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchenwith granite countertops. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. Updates include cathedral ceiling.

Taxes: $14,637 East Meadow $725,000 Jeffrey Avenue. Split Level. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops.

Den/family room and home office. Updates include cathedral ceiling.

Taxes: $11,440.95 Long Beach $855,00 E. Park Avenue. Duplex. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. L-shaped dining room.

First floor master bedroom with walk-in closet.

Taxes: $13,156.70 Malverne $700,000 Lawrence Avenue. Colonial. 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms.

Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room.

Den/family room.

Taxes: $23,481 Merrick $892,000 Commonwealth Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Chef’s eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steal appliances. Banquet-size formal dining room. Spacious den and home office. Ultra king ensuite master bedroom.

Attached garage and large fenced yard. All large rooms with many updates, including custom moldings.

Taxes: $19,594.14 Oceanside $700,000 Fortesque Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Partial finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. First floor bedroom. Updates include skylight. Security system.

Taxes: $13,704.41 Rockville Centre $965,000 Strathmore Lane. Tudor. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room.

Taxes: $19,830.80 West Hempstead $570,000 Robin Court. Cape. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Den/family room and exercise room. First floor master bedroom.

Taxes: $10,938 Woodmere $1,300,000 South End. Colonial. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Gourmet eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room.

Den/family room and home office. High end finishes include vaulted ceiling and skylight. First floor bedroom.

Security system.

Taxes: $28,269.93

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very September, the annual opening of the United Nations General Assembly wreaks havoc, confusion and congestion for everyone who must travel to and from Manhattan. I was reminded of this when it took me a half-hour in mid-afternoon to drive the five and a half blocks from the FDR Drive’s 49th Street exit to a parking garage on 48th Street on my way to co-hosting “Cats and Cosby” at the WABC-AM studio.

Arriving at the studio, however, I received no sympathy or compassion from station pETER employees, who told me about their KinG experiences earlier in the day with endless gridlock or being unable to call an Uber or hail a taxi.

All of this made me think back on some of my experiences with the United Nations during my time in Congress and the question of the efficacy of this international body.

The General Assembly is a security nightmare for New York, as world leaders from far and wide descend on Manhattan.

They include friends and foes; democratically elected leaders and tyrannical despots; serious players and dilettantes. It

takes carefully coordinated efforts by all levels of law enforcement, including the FBI, the Secret Service and, most significantly, the NYPD, to provide the necessary security and transportation arrangements for all these leaders.

Not surprisingly, the one who generates the most attention is the president of the United States. I have been at General Assembly events for Presidents Clinton, Bush 43 and Trump. No matter how jaded you might become after years in politics and government, and no matter the president’s political party, it is always exhilarating to watch our president on the world stage.

I had significant interactions with several of the American ambassadors to the U.N., beginning with Madeline Albright, in the first Clinton administration. Albright and I developed a friendly relationship from the start, sharing memories of Long Island, where she lived in Garden City during the early years of her marriage.

She was a true foreign policy expert, and I distinctly recall her comparing the successful Irish peace process with the inability to get Balkan leaders to follow that example. My last in-depth meeting with Albright was on a visit to Sarajevo with Clinton in 2015, when we reminisced

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about bipartisan foreign policy efforts.

Albright was succeeded by New Mexico Congressman Bill Richardson, who had an international reputation as a hostage negotiator. I got to know Richardson well when we were in Congress together, particularly when we traveled to Ireland, Britain and Israel. Bill combined educational knowledge with solid street smarts to find ways to work through insoluble problems and achieve common-sense results.

My wife, Rosemary, and I have a great memory of when we and our daughter, Erin, had dinner with Bill and his wife, Barbara, at his ambassador’s residence in the Waldorf-Astoria. He went on to become governor of New Mexico, and then continued his work as a hostage negotiator until he died on Sept. 1.

Richard Holbrooke, a career diplomat who served as Clinton’s second-term U.N. ambassador, was a larger-than-life force who took no prisoners. I met Holbrooke when he was ambassador to Germany, and then he was assistant secretary of state for Europe, where I saw up close his efforts to resolve the wars in the Balkans, first in Bosnia and then in Kosovo. As a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, I accompanied him to Sarajevo in 1996 to observe Bosnia’s first free elections.

ut traffic, security challenges, and Russia and China work against us.

Holbrooke brought the same energy and drive to the United Nations. He was later appointed special representative to Afghanistan and Pakistan by President Obama. Holbrooke died during heart surgery in 2010.

I have great regard for Trump’s first U.N. ambassador, Nikki Haley. A former governor of South Carolina, she was a tough, strong and articulate defender of the U.S. at the U.N., unafraid to face down America’s adversaries such as Russia and China. Haley was particularly effective in defending Israel, our strongest ally and the only real democracy in the Middle East, from hypocritical, biased resolutions. I visited her at her U.N. office with my family, and she couldn’t have been more gracious. Haley is currently running for president, and I wish her well. If elected, she would do an outstanding job.

Our presidents have appointed very able and dedicated Americans to represent us at the U.N. Unfortunately, while the U.N. has done effective humanitarian work, it has never fulfilled its potential as a force for peace because Russia and China have veto power, and have prevented meaningful action. Nonetheless, our ambassadors have used the U.N. as a forum for defending American values.

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

No more delays in distributing opioid settlement funds

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ith our children back in classrooms and the leaves beginning their autumnal change, the nation is highlighting another vital milestone as we observe September as National Recovery Month.

Since being established in 1989 by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Recovery Month has become a powerful vehicle for promoting and supporting new treatment and prevention practices, honoring the hard work and courage DELiA Americans in DeRiGGi-WHiTTon of recovery, and recognizing the countless service providers, communities and organizations that make recovery available for all who seek it.

In Nassau County and across the country, the perils posed by the disease of addiction are more severe than I can ever remember. As if the fentanyl crisis wasn’t frightening enough, drugs like “tranq” are adding a new kind of danger. Formally known as xylazine, tranq is an animal

tranquilizer that is increasingly being used as an additive to heroin, cocaine and fentanyl. It’s beginning to appear in drug tests at Nassau County treatment centers, and its effects on users are truly horrific.

Worse yet, we’re learning of an emerging group of synthetic opioids that may be even more powerful than fentanyl.

In two major recent drug busts in our region, 30 people were arrested in Suffolk County, and illegal guns, two kilograms of cocaine and one kilogram of fentanyl — enough to kill 380,000 people — were seized. A day later, a dozen more people were indicted for their alleged involvement in a South Shore Nassau drug ring. There, three kilograms of cocaine and 430 grams of fentanyl were recovered and confiscated.

All of these disturbing new developments illustrate how high the stakes are in the ever-evolving battle against addiction. Now more than ever, if there is a potentially life-saving resource that we can add to our toolkit, we must avail ourselves of it. That’s why my office was one of the first in Nassau County to begin hosting Narcan training sessions years ago, and I have continued to work closely

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with stakeholders since then to expand on these tools.

During this legislative term, my minority caucus colleagues and I have cosponsored legislation that would require the county to add fentanyl-detecting test strips to all Narcan kits that we distribute. A second proposed law would facilitate the distribution of kits that safely destroy and dissolve unwanted prescription drugs at home. While I’m disappointed that the legislative majority hasn’t even held a public hearing on these proposals, I won’t give up in the fight to enact common-sense, low-cost and, most important, potentially life-saving policies.

I also remain concerned about the manner in which the county is distributing tens of millions of dollars that we have received from various settlements with opioid manufacturers, distributors and sellers. While significant sums have been earmarked for an array of worthwhile entities that are serving on the front lines of the addiction crisis, we have received little, if any, information from the administration on whether the county has distributed the funds. In fact, our most recent available budget data

ow about using some of them to fund NUMC’s detox and inpatient rehab?

shows that only $2.24 million of the $30 million appropriated for the last two years — and nearly $83 million overall — has been delivered. With so many threats on the horizon, it is essential for these resources to be delivered in as expeditious and transparent a manner as possible.

As new proceeds arrive from future settlements, I believe that Nassau County would be well served by using those funds to expand Nassau University Medical Center’s detox and in-patient rehab facilities to ensure that no one is ever prevented from getting treatment for addiction because there isn’t a bed available. Our unique relationship with NUMC offers the county a golden opportunity to establish ourselves as a regional leader in the delivery of recovery opportunities, and it is one we should take full advantage of.

Never forget that people who are in recovery very seldom do it alone — and if you are struggling as you read this, I want you to know that there are people out there who care about you and are eager to extend a helping hand. If you need assistance with substance abuse or a mental health crisis, I encourage you to call the Nassau County Crisis Helpline, at (516) 227-8255, and take that first step toward reclaiming your life.

Delia DeRiggi-Whitton represents Nassau County’s 11th Legislative District.

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rive a mere exit or two on any of long Island’s main thoroughfares, and you are sure to see at least one roadside shrine remembering the victim of a fatal car crash.

These memorials — already too commonplace — will only become more ubiquitous if nothing is done to stem the rising tide of dangerous drivers on these roads. In fact, just last week, Peninsula Boulevard was sadly the site of two separate fatal accidents. On the same day.

We all have seen the tricked-out cars and motorcycles that zig and zag through traffic — exceeding the speed limit in spades — with no concern about repercussions from law enforcement or consequences to the lives of others.

That sickening feeling you get when your heart skips a beat and you thank heaven to be alive because yet another vehicle comes out of nowhere at 100

mph to cut you off, and then does the same thing to the next car? And the next car? All of us, especially on long Island, know this feeling all too well. reckless (and noisy) drivers — threatening both public safety and community tranquility — are operating with impunity. And they know it.

Their cars are hard to miss with their illegally modified mufflers that can be heard miles away at all hours of the day and night. Illegal license plate covers and fake temporary tags protect their callous disregard for law and order by making it impossible for anyone to catch their plate, including law enforcement tools like speed cameras. And their friends are now sometimes even setting up lawn chairs on the side of the road to watch cars race in broad daylight — missing the irony that a crash victim’s memorial is often just over their shoulders.

More than 75 people lost their lives

and another 13,000 were injured in nearly 37,000 traffic accidents in our county last year. Those are unacceptable numbers.

It’s difficult to find law enforcement on these central thruways. We need more — not less — patrolling of our roads.

We need more — not less — enforcement of sensible laws already on the books.

We need more — not less — coordination between state and local law enforcement.

And we need more stringent laws and harsher penalties coming out of Albany so that we can make these reckless drivers as scared to continue these dangerous activities as we are to witness them.

We implore all jurisdictions to work together to reign in the scourge of irresponsible, dangerous and selfish drivers.

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Letters Are we sure Trump’s guilt would be enough?

To the Editor: In his column “Sometimes you just may be guilty until proven innocent,” Jerry Kremer is, I fervently hope, correct in his conclusion that all the facts in the Trump indictments go against him, so he will not escape conviction by some “Houdini” trick. I agree that inside the courtroom, with its rational procedures, Trump’s lawyers will not save him.

However, he is not there yet, and outside there is latitude, and time, for manipulation, and for many of his allies to assist. My concerns include: ■ The “delay” escape. It’s temporary, but it allows other interventions to ripen. It’s in the attorneys’ motions.

■ The “electoral” escape. Should Trump, or any MAGA candidate, become president, the get-out-ofjail-free card will be played. This is well under way, from the Freedom Caucus to the Wisconsin legislature to the intimidation tactics of the NY Citizens Audit Civil Fund and Trump’s busy campaign.

■ The “hung jury” escape. It only needs one to succeed. Trump’s “colossal chutzpah” does not shrink from gangsterism, intimidation, bribery, extortion or falsehood. We have seen it. Trump’s recent speeches invite volunteers, his militia-trained thugs remain loyal, deluded acolytes persist, and polls indicate large reservoir of fervent ideologues.

These too, are facts — less rational than Mr. Kremer’s, but active for years now, and thus well-practiced. The Houdinis are busy.

Sometimes you may be guilty, but just not convicted.

BrIAN KEllY Rockville Centre

Trump’s guilty?

What about Biden?

To the Editor: As long as we still have free speech in this country, I would like to address Jerry Kremer’s accusations against Donald Trump in “Sometimes you just may be guilty until proven innocent.” The Democratic Party has put up a strong smoke-

screen to avoid the bigger and more important issue of how ineffective Joe Biden has been as leader of our country.

B i d e n u n d i d eve r y t h i n g T r u m p achieved as an act of spitefulness. He opened the borders, millions of unvetted illegals are here, and the schools are inundated with non-English-speaking children. He shut down the Keystone Xl pipeline, many people lost their jobs, and the price of gas soared to over $4 per gallon. He ran out of Afghanistan and gave

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he Metropolitan Transportation Authority is, unfortunately, usually in the news for billion-dollar boondoggles. But local issues and corporate governance problems plague the agency that affects the daily lives of so many riders in Nassau County. The MTA needs some corporate governance and a renewed focus on the commuters it serves, and only then will it be able to lead us out of the pandemic era and into a robust recovery.

The MTA is the largest public transit system in America, shutJake tling over 11 milpassengers BLUmenCranZ lion on an average weekday, covering 14 counties, employing 70,000 people and serving over 850,000 vehicles across seven bridges and two tunnels. Because of its importance to New Yorkers’ livelihoods and the economy, it is critical that it functions efficiently and serves its constituency well.

The agency has certainly hit some big milestones recently, including increased ridership, back to pre-pandemic levels, and registering over 2 million OMNY fare-payment taps in one day. But at the

same time, the MTA is failing my constituents in the 15th Assembly District, as well as the hundreds of thousands of daily LIRR riders across the MTA’s Long Island footprint.

My district stretches along the eastern border of Nassau, from Farmingdale to Locust Valley, a large portion of which is served by the notoriously problemplagued Oyster Bay line.

For years, commuters in this area have had to choose between leaving work ridiculously early in order to make it home to their families, or staying at work longer and missing activities at home.

At first, the excitement over the recent East Side Access project was palpable among Oyster Bay line commuters. After years of unreliable service and difficult train schedules, it seemed like more options were finally becoming available. To our dismay, it turned out that, once again, the line will suffer the brunt of bad schedule changes. The few popular peak trains available are now even fewer and farther between, and require changing in Jamaica.

The situation has become so dire that many people are opting to drive to other stations on other lines. This not only defeats the purpose of commuter rail, it

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Letters the Taliban a gift of billions of dollars of equipment to use against us, and left soldiers and civilians to die.

Trump was accused of colluding with Russia, and was exonerated, but where is the outcry? He recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and moved our embassy from Tel Aviv, as other previous presidents failed to do. He kept North Korea at bay, and kept Putin from invading Ukraine. Now look at the mess we’re in!

As Teddy Roosevelt said, “Walk softly and carry a big stick.”

PAT KINg Merrick

We’re weary of ‘dense housing’ proposals To the Editor: Re Alan Singer’s column, “New housing on L.I.? Not in my backyard” (Sept. 7-13): greedy developers and passive local government have resulted in Long Island being bulldozed over for nearly 100 years.

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also negatively affects small business owners around the Oyster Bay line train stations who are there to serve commuters.

The problems LIRR riders are facing are a direct result of corporate governance failures at the top.

When Phillip Eng retired as LIRR president over a year ago, the MTA announced that MetroNorth Railroad President Catherine Rinaldi would serve as president of both the LIRR and Metro-North.

While Rinaldi may be a capable transit executive, the very nature of this dual role divides her focus and allegiance, which is not fair to Metro-North or LIRR customers, especially those who use the Oyster Bay line.

This arrangement would be untenable in any other arena of government, nonprofit or private business, and we need to get a fast and thorough executive search under way now. The fact that ridership is climbing to pre-pandemic levels means we needed a dedicated and focused LIRR president months ago.

But it’s no surprise that this structure isn’t sounding any alarm bells within the MTA. The same problem exists at the very top of the organizational chart.

Janno Lieber, the chairman of the MTA,

also serves as its chief executive officer.

Much like the dual-president role, giving the same person the chairman and CEO powers is an inherent conflict of interest, and runs counter to the transparency and accountability that is supposed to be the bedrock of a public authority.

The private sector has for years now recognized this conflict, and more corporations are splitting the functions of the chairman and CEO. This allows the chair and the board to perform their vital oversight duties, including establishing budgets, ensuring transparency and accountability, engaging in shortand long-term planning, and evaluating executive performance, among other functions, independent of conflict.

These are problems with clear solutions. If the MTA had a better corporate structure, it would be a more transparent, accountable and efficient public authority that serves its customers better. Projects would be delivered closer to on time and on budget, and closer attention would be paid to customers throughout the system.

A clear organizational chart, with dedicated roles and talented executives, including a separate LIRR president, is the first step toward an efficient and responsive MTA. New Yorkers deserve nothing less.

Jake Blumencranz represents the 15th Assembly District.

Framework by Tim Baker

devoid of open fields, natural woodlands and marshes, and the working farms I remember as a child.

Traffic clogs our roadways, and critical aquifers are being depleted.

For example, one mega-development, Riverside Rediscovered, in Suffolk County, is being held up due to a lack of sewage capacity.

These are just some of the reasons many are weary of “dense housing” proposals — not because all Long Islanders are inherently racist, as Mr. Singer quickly concludes. It’s true that most low-cost housing is being constructed in Black and Latino locations. It’s also true that those areas have the greatest need for housing of this kind.

Long Islanders are tired of the false choice being foisted upon us by non-residents: giant multi-story structures that no one here wants, or no affordable housing, period.

Our residents, elected officials and developers should work together to find forward-looking, creative solutions to our housing crisis that are scaled appropriately. “Build, baby, build” just doesn’t cut it anymore.

ROBERT KENNEY Sea Cliff

It was a day for the dogs (and their friends) at the Rec Center pool — Freeport

FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD — Septemebr 28, 2023

To serve its riders, the MTA needs proper governance

Septemebr 28, 2023 — FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD

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