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Rec Center’s Victoria Dinielli steps down

By MohAMMAd RAFIq mrafiq@liherald.com

Courtesy Randy Milteer/Village of Freeport

Conor Kirwan, executive director of Freeport’s Human Resources, far left, with Ladonna Taylor, executive director of the Nassau County Office of Youth Services; Hempstead Town Councilman Chris Carini; Town Supervisor Don Clavin; Town Deputy Supervisor and Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby; the Rev. Eric Mallette, town commissioner of occupational resources; and Freeport Recreation Center Manager Victoria Dinielli.

The Freeport Recreation Center has been a hub of activity for village residents of all ages, as well as visitors from around Nassau County, since it opened in 1974. It offers services as far-ranging as youth fitness activities and providing a place for senior citizens to enjoy one another’s company. For the past 14 years — until her retirement on Jan. 4 — Victoria Dinielli has managed the facility, playing a unique role in fostering a sense of community in the village.

Dinielli, 64, came to the Freeport Rec, as the facility is known to so many, in November 2009. With a background in managing fitness facilities, she brought a wealth of experience and a passion for community engagement. “I came from a fitness facility in the area, and the Freeport Recreation Center seemed like the next step up from what I was doing,” she recalled. “The move to the Village of Freeport presented a great opportunity, and I thought I CONTiNuED ON paGE 9

Stracher cares for town’s sick and injured wildlife

By BEN FIEBERT bfiebert@liherald.com

Karenlynn Stracher first helped an injured gull when she was 17. Now, nearly 40 years later, her home doubles as an animal rehabilitation center.

Stracher, 56, of Merrick, rehabilitates sick and injured wild animals across Nassau County. She is a one-woman show, caring for a couple of hundred winged and fourlegged patients every year. Now she is pleading with the Town of Hempstead to open a facility where animals can get the attention and help they need, as she faces challenges including

an outbreak of a fatal disorder in raccoons in communities including Freeport and Baldwin.

“Volunteers for Wildlife, who was the only wildlife rehabilitation center in Nassau County, left Nassau County last year,” Stracher said. “So whatever rehabbers are left in Nassau County, which are a few of us, work out of our houses.”

Her daily routine involves caring for a variety of animals in need of rehabilitation. In the morning she feeds as many as 100 animals, which include birds, raccoons, and squirrels that she houses in cages. She feeds them by bottle or syringe.

She keeps water bottles and dishes of food full. All the cages are cleaned every day.

“After that, I go into food prep,” Stracher said. “So I mix formulas for different species, I chop vegetables, and then, by that time, it’s usually time for afternoon feedings.”

At the end of the day, she does the laundry, washing the blankets, towel and rags she uses to keep the animals warm and clean. She must feed baby animals every two to three hours around the clock, so, she said, she is up all night long.

Any free time Stracher has usually involves taking calls from animal control officers, or

police, letting her know about animals that need help, or residents asking for assistance.

Due to her workload, she has asked the Hempstead Town Board if the town could open a rehab facility for her to use, but after repeated requests, town officials said they don’t have any space to give her. Stracher said that her next step will be to

ask the county for a rehab center.

She hopes to incorporate what she is calling Long Island Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Inc. into a nonprofit in order to increase the chances of finding a facility more suited to her work than its current headquarters, her daughter’s bedCONTiNuED ON paGE 7

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Hospital unveils truths about health concerns In a recent survey sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital – the closest hospital for Freeport residents exposed the deep-seated concerns of over 600 residents living in New York City and Long Island. The ‘Truth in Medicine’ Poll, now in its 17th edition, sheds light on the pressing worries of the community, unveiling that more than 50% perceive their surroundings as environmentally unhealthy.

Air Quality at the Forefront of Concerns According to the survey, a staggering 89% of respondents expressed worry about the safety of the air they breathe.

Dr. Adhi Sharma, President at Mount Sinai South Nassau, emphasized the serious health risks associated with poor air quality, citing links to heart and respiratory diseases, as well as the development of metabolic issues like obesity and diabetes.

“Research has shown that high levels of fine particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and nitric oxide can cause distress for people with heart or respiratory disease and put them at risk for other life-threatening diseases or illnesses,” said Sharma. “There is also increasing evidence that exposure to air pollution, mainly fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, is associated with the development of metabolic diseases, such as obesity and diabetes

mellitus, atherosclerosis, hypertension, stroke, and heart failure.”

During the hazardous air quality alerts in June, triggered by Canadian wildfires, 37% of respondents reported health concerns, with 20% requiring medical attention. Shar ma urged residents to take precautions, including protecting indoor air quality, monitoring symptoms, and seeking help when needed.

The American Lung Society’s 2023 State of the Air Report further validated concerns, ranking the New York metro area poorly for high ozone and particle pollution days.

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per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) with a range of health diseases and complications, including liver disease, lipid and insulin dysregulation, kidney disease, adverse reproductive and developmental outcomes, and cancer,” said Glatt, chair man of the department of medicine and hospital epidemiologist at Mount Sinai South Nassau.

The Citizens Campaign for the Environment reported that over 600,000 Long Islanders drink water exceeding EPA standards for PFAS chemicals, emphasizing the need for caution and proactive measures.

e should be doing all that we can to reduce our exposure to these chemicals.

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Dr. AAron E. GLAtt Chair of the Department of Medicine, Mount Sinai South Nassau

While air quality took the lead, respondents also expressed significant concer ns about water pollution, with more than 80% worried about the safety of their drinking water. Dr. Aaron Glatt, Chair of the Department of Medicine at Mount Sinai South Nassau, highlighted potential health risks associated with specific substances found in water.

“While the evidence is not undisputable, numerous epidemiological studies have associated exposure to specific

Community Action and Solutions

Glatt suggested practical steps residents can take to safeguard water quality, including responsible chemical disposal, limited use of fertilizers and pesticides, and investing in-home water filtration systems.

“So certainly, regardless of where you live, we should be doing all that we can to reduce our exposure to these chemicals by using all-natural cleaning and personal care products as much as

possible; drinking filtered water and improving our public water purification systems,” he said.

Linda Armyn, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at Bethpage Federal Credit Union echoed the importance of community involvement in preserving the environment. She urged residents to make environmental protection a top priority.

“Like Mount Sinai South Nassau, we understand that a healthy and vibrant environment is a cornerstone of the quality of life that we enjoy,” she said.

“I strongly encourage the communities and customers we serve to make protecting and preserving our environment a top priority.”

Looking Forward As Mount Sinai South Nassau continues its mission of improving public health education, the ‘Truth in Medicine’ Poll serves as a crucial tool for evaluating community sentiment. The latest poll, conducted in July 2023, reflects the concerns of 600 residents and serves as a call to action for both individuals and authorities to address the pressing issues of air and water quality in the region.

For more information and detailed poll findings, visit www.southnassau. org/sn/truth-in-medicine.

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FREEPORT HERALD — January 11, 2024 Courtesy Olivia Silver

Olivia Silver, left, with AnnMarie DiFrancesca of Mount Sinai South Nassau, and Jessica LaSalle. Silver and LaSalle, both John F. Kennedy High School students, orchestrated a gift donation for teenagers in the hospital during the holidays.

Student lead toy drive aids those in need Olivia Silver, Jessica LaSalle donate holiday gifts to Mount Sinai South Nassau

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Hundreds of toy drives occur every holiday season, collecting dozens of donations. Communities like to give back to those in need — whether it be through organizations like Toys for Tots, or to school drives that donate toys to children in hospitals.

Holiday gift drives are usually geared towards younger children, and the donated items aren’t always suitable for teens. Sometimes, this is due to a lack of awareness that older children are in need of donations too, or a failure to understand what may be the best, ageappropriate gifts to donate.

As a result, these drives often overlook teenagers. Olivia Silver and Jessica LaSalle, both juniors at John F. Kennedy High School in Bellmore, are seeking to change that. With the help of the school’s Key Club, the 16-year-old girls wanted to do something to give back to kids their own age this holiday season.

“We wanted to do some community service, especially during the holidays,” Silver said. “We felt like we wanted to

held on Dec. 14. give back to our community and every“At the bake sale, the Key Club memthing — and we felt like the best way, bers did help with that,” Silver said. with the theme of the holidays, was to “They did end up bringing give gifts back to people in in baked goods and everythe hospitals, since they’re thing. And it was pretty sucin need during this time. We cessful. A lot of people did especially wanted to stick to bring things, and a lot of teens, because we felt better people were willing to give giving back to people our back as well, since they own age, since we know knew the cause.” more about that age and The bake sale raised a litwhat people would want.” tle more than $200, and the Key Clubs, which are following weekend the girls part of the broader Kiwanis went out and purchased 40 International, are studentgifts, for both boys and girls, led organizations that at Five Below. The purencourage leadership chased items included blanthrough serving others. The kets, stuffed animals, colorgirls suggested the idea of ing books, reusable cups, donating gifts to teenagers OLiViA SiLVER headphones, Bluetooth at a Key Club meeting right Junior, speakers, colored pencils before Thanksgiving, and John F. Kennedy and more. everyone liked the idea. The High School The week before Christclub needed permission mas, the girls brought the from the school to orchesdonations to Mount Sinai South Nassau, trate a bake sale, in order to raise coordinating their efforts with AnnMamoney to purchase the gifts, Silver and rie DiFrancesca, director of the hospiLaSalle explained. The bake sale was tal’s Child Life program, who was happy approved a few weeks later, and it was

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e especially wanted to stick to teens, because we felt better giving back to people our own age.

to accept gifts for teens.

“She explained that yeah — a lot of teenagers do get forgotten,” Silver said.

“It’s mostly just toys for toddlers until elementary school. She was very happy that we were giving the gifts, and she was happy that it was directed towards teens.”

Since the drive was a success, the girls expressed hope to organize it again next holiday season, and that the goodwill gesture will continue after they graduate.

“It definitely felt good to work toward this,” Silver said. “We didn’t really know if it was going to be successful at all with the bake sale — we didn’t really know if that would work out, and it ended up working out. It shows how great the community around us is and how good people can be. It did motivate us.”

LaSalle added, “It feels good to give back, especially to people who might be needing more during these times. Especially since they don’t always get things — and when they do, it might be stuff that is more childish for them. We thought about them, and their age, and what they would want specifically.”

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Hands-on activities for ‘De-STEM-ber’

FREEPORT HERALD — January 11, 2024

N e w Vi s i o n s E l e m e n t a r y School celebrated DeSTEMber Day with eng aging hands-on STEM activities for students. Parents joined in for holiday-themed projects like building marshmall ow s n ow m e n a n d g u m d ro p Christmas trees, incorporating coding and measurement activities. Second graders had a special session with the Cradle of Aviation Museum, exploring states of

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matter and creating slime representing plasma.

These project-based exercises enhanced students’ communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity skills in a festive and fun manner. Overall, DeSTEMber Day was a successful blend of education and enjoyment for both students and parents.

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Second grader Lyla Campbell and her mother made slime representing plasma during New Visions Elementary School’s annual DeSTEMber Day.

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Second graders built Christmas trees using gum drops and toothpicks. The STEM activity focused on engineering and how to build strong, safe structures.

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GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Jan. 11 Boys Basketball: Oceanside at Syosset .................... 5 p.m.

Wrestling: V.S. South at Lawrence ............................. 5 p.m.

Gymnastics: Hicksville at Long Beach ....................... 6 p.m.

Gymnastics: Garden City at Hewlett .....................6:30 p.m.

Gymnastics: Lynbrook at Wantagh ............................ 7 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Uniondale at Freeport..................... 7 p.m.

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Boys Basketball: MacArthur at Mepham ................... 7 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Kennedy at South Side .................. 7 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Seaford at Clarke............................ 7 p.m.

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Saturday, Jan. 13 Wrestling: Uniondale Tournament.............................. 9 a.m.

Wrestling: MacArthur Tournament ............................. 9 a.m.

Wrestling: Freeport Tournament................................. 9 a.m.

Wrestling: V.S. Central Tournament ............................ 9 a.m.

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With 11 games in the books and adversity in the form of a season-ending injury to one of its senior leaders, Freeport girls’ basketball head coach Meredith Jones remains encouraged by a scrappy young team she expects to improve while keeping the Nassau Class AAA playoffs in sight.

“We’ve been in every game because we’re playing so hard and bringing the defense,” Jones said. “We’re adjusting to having only one or two seniors on the court most of the time, but the young ones are growing up fast with all of the close-game situations. Almost every game has come down to the last couple of possessions.”

The Red Devils entered this week with an overall mark of 5-6, including a split of its first two Conference AAA games. In the fourth game, however, senior Queenasha Ellis suffered a torn ACL in a non-conference victory over South Side ending her high school basketball career.

“It’s a big loss because Queenasha contributed to our offense and we’re averaging less than 40 points per game,” Jones said. “She’s a great athlete and defender and her experience was important. She’s been vocal from the bench and trying to help any way she can.”

Guard/forward combo Nia Phillips is Freeport’s lone starting senior and also its leading scorer, pouring in about 13 points per game. Phillips had an interesting night Dec. 21, sealing a 45-37 win over Oceanside by knocking down all but one of her eight free throw attempts in crunch time. She finished with a team-high 16 points, with 14 coming from the charity stripe.

“From a leadership standpoint, it’s all on Nia’s shoulders and she’s carrying the burden really well,” Jones said.

“Teams also know she’s our main point producer, but she’s doing a great job despite all the attention.”

The offense is in the hands of freshman point guard Sabrina Ligonde, who is averaging 6.8 points per game and keeping turnovers to a minimum. Her career high so far of 13 came in the win over Oceanside. She’s a three-sport varsity athlete (soccer and lacrosse) and coming into her own on the court, Jones noted. “I’m so proud of Sabrina,” she said. “She played in our rotation last season and was third or fourth off the bench. Now she’s growing into a leader and more aggressive offensively.”

Another freshman, Madison Harris, has made a smooth transition from the middle school team to the varsity level.

The 5-foot-9 forward leads Freeport in rebounds, averaging 8.5 per game, and chipping in 6 points per contest. “She’s quickly become a workhorse for us,”

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Eighth-grader Lalia Harrison provides an offensive spark off the bench for the Red Devils, who split their first two Conference AAA games.

Jones said.

Sophomores Madison Starks and Leah Gaddist are vital parts of the starting five and helping the Red Devils set the defensive tone. Off the bench, eighth-grade shooting guard Lalia Har-

rison (7.5 ppg, second-leading scorer behind Phillips) has been strong offensively, while senior Brianne Belizaire is a key contributor at both ends.

The top eight finishers in the 12-team Conference AAA qualify for the playoffs.

Outbreak of distemper in raccoons is high

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room. Other volunteers lend a hand, but Stracher said her family doesn’t want people coming and going into and out of their home all day long.

“It’s a very difficult situation,” she said. “But if I say no, a lot of times these animals would die, and I feel terrible about that.”

She is currently dealing with one of the worst outbreaks in memory of canine distemper in raccoons. Distemper, the second leading cause of death among raccoons after human activities like hunting and trapping, is a virus that infects the animals’ respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, spinal cord and brain, and is always fatal.

A different strain of the disease, feline distemper, can also infect raccoons as it spreads rapidly among feral cats, killing large numbers of them. To prevent that, Stracher advises that people who feed feral cats do so only during daylight hours, and sanitize their feeding bowls at night.

“Right now, Freeport and Baldwin are the worst in terms of distemper cases,” she said. “And Merrick and Oceanside are close seconds.”

Stracher posted a TikTok video of her testing a raccoon for distemper in Baldwin two weeks ago, which garnered tens of thousands of likes. She captured the animal with a net, gently put it in a cage, and then, using a test similar to a rapid

Photos courtesy Karenlynn Stracher

among the animals Karenlynn Stracher cares for are squirrels, which she feeds with syringes.

Covid-19 test, determined that the raccoon was indeed positive for distemper.

The only option for raccoons that contract the disease is to take them to local veterinarians to be euthanized; otherwise they are left to suffer. That’s one of the reasons why Stracher would like to

Karenlynn Stracher rehabilitates hundreds of animals every year, such as this opossum, in her home.

have a centralized location where anyone can take wildlife to be rehabilitated.

Because there currently is none, she said, people often give up on helping sick and injured wild animals.

“You have no idea how many people call me and say, ‘I’ve had this animal

since yesterday, and I couldn’t get help,’ or ‘You’re my 20th phone call and nobody is returning my calls,’” she said. “I just want one centralized location where anybody in the Town of Hempstead or Nassau County can call and know it will be answered.”

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Dinielli reflects on 14 years at Freeport Rec

FREEPORT HERALD — January 11, 2024

were challenging, but we tried to help the could make a positive impact in this com- community in any way we could,” Dinielli recounted. “We became a warming munity.”

Over the years, Dinielli has led efforts center, a place for people to recharge to expand the center’s offerings, which their phones, and a support system for include a gym that hosts everything from those who lost almost everything.”

As she looks toward retirement, Diniyouth basketball to gem and gun shows, indoor and outdoor swimming pools that elli expressed mixed emotions. “It’s bittersweet,” she acknowltogether have become one of edged. “Most of the people the busiest and best-known I’ve worked with have been aquatic facilities on Long here for the entire time.

Island, and these days — We’ve become like family, what else? — a thriving pickand leaving them is the hardleball program. The Rec’s est part.” She emphasized indoor ice rink sees nearthe collaborative effort that constant use, its lobby is makes the Rec Center succrowded with voters in every cessful, crediting the contrielection cycle, and job seekbutions of the staff and the ers line up by the hundreds support of Freeport Mayor for its annual job fairs.

Robert Kennedy, who DinielAlways attuned to the VIctorIa DInIellI li said “was very supportive community’s evolving needs, manager, in growing the programs at Dinielli emphasized the Freeport Rec Center the rec center,” and the vilimportance of staying curlage board of trustees. rent and creative in proDinielli looks forward to gramming to cater to those spending more time with her children, of all interests, in all age groups.

One of the benchmarks of her tenure Jaclyn O’Neill, 35, and Joseph Dinielli, 32, and her new grandson, Nathan was her leadership in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy in 2012, when the O’Neill, who is almost 3 months old.

“It’s time to hand over the reins and Freeport Rec was transformed from a recreational facility into a much-needed focus on personal endeavors,” she said. shelter, providing essential services to “I’ve been fortunate to be part of this residents affected by the hurricane. incredible community, and now it’s time “Those few days right after Sandy hit for a new chapter.”

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The Dodd Middle School production of “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” opened with the song ‘Belle’ sung by Morghan Karl who played Belle.

Students enter enchanting realm of ‘Beauty’ Dodd Middle School in Freeport Public Schools presented “Beauty and the Beast Jr.,” featuring Morghan Karl as Belle and Nathan Elgin as the Beast.

The dedicated cast, supported by teachers and volunteers, received thunderous applause for their mesmerizing performances.

From opening to closing, students immersed the audience in the enchanting world of Belle and the Beast, showcasing months of hard work and collaboration. Supporting cast members, including Joel Phillips Clark and Jacob Rodriguez,

added to the success.

Choreography, set design, and costumes contributed to the visually intriguing atmosphere.

Director Vashti Burke expressed immense pride, crediting the success to talented students, the production crew, and support from families and school staff.

The performances not only entertained but also underscored the importance of art education. The young actors brought a unique energy to the stage, emphasizing the significance of fostering artistic talents within the school community.

Performing the well-known choral number “Gaston,” Jayden Scott, center, as Gaston and Ameilia Lopez, center right, as Le Fou. Morghan Karl as Belle, center, performed the opening number ‘Belle’ with the chorus of ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.” during the production in the Performing Arts Center at Freeport High School.

From left, Belle’s Morghan Karl, Gaston’s Jayden Scott and Le Fou’s Ameilia Lopez performed in the J.W. Dodd Middle School production of ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’

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Nassau County Legislators Arnold Drucker, left, Siela Bynoe, Carrie Solagés, Debra Mulé, Scott Davis and Seth Koslow are sworn into office by former Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams during the inauguration ceremony on Jan. 5.

Mulé takes the oath of office for a fourth term Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé, a Democrat from Freeport, began her fourth term marking her first time representing the newly apportioned Sixth Legislative District, which includes Baldwin, Roosevelt, South Hempstead, and parts of Freeport and Oceanside.

The swearing-in ceremony was presided over by former County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams. In addition, Mulé concluded the event by leading the audience in singing “God Bless America.”

Grateful for the opportunity to serve for another two years, Mulé expressed her readiness to collaborate with Minority Leader Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, legislative colleagues, and Sixth District residents to address community needs and contribute to a brighter future for Nassau County.

Applying her experience, Mulé is prepared to advocate for the diverse communities she now represents, focusing on local concerns and working towards a prosperous future.

Mulé expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve her constituents for the next two years.

“Taking the oath of office for my fourth term as a Nassau County Legislator was a truly humbling experience, and I am ready to work with Minority Leader DeRiggi-Whitton, my legislative colleagues, and the residents of the Sixth District to meet the needs of our communities and build a path to a brighter and more prosperous future for every Nassau resident,” she stated.

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New tax assessor aims to be accessible rate, transparent, assessment office,” Adamo said.

“Maybe under the previous administration it wasn’t that, but now I feel like the problems have been fixed, As the new acting tax assessor for Nassau County, and now we’re going forward.”

And there have been a few errors. Democrats in the Joseph Adamo wants his department to be accurate and transparent when it comes to establishing how county legislature revealed in 2022 that nearly 850 much tax properties inside the county will pay each property owners were overcharged for school taxes.

And then last March, county officials disyear. covered it had failed to apply $139 million For some 25 years, Adamo has worked in assessed valuation on nearly 625 homes, on the other side of the field, representing which left affected homeowners with little clients wanting to challenge how governtime to challenge the assessments. ments assessed the value of their properFinding a permanent county assessor ties, with the hope of reducing tax bills. has been challenging since the departure This, he says, gives him an understanding of David Moog — appointed by then-counof how assessments work, where property ty executive Laura Curran — in 2021. Matvalues should be, and the importance of thew Cronin moved into the role soon getting to know the people behind the after, but stepped down last summer. deeds.

JoSEpH AdAmo Since then, the County Executive Bruce “The one thing that I want to get across acting tax assessor, Blakeman searched nationwide for a sucto everyone in Nassau County is that I’m cessor, realizing he did not need to look far, going to be the most resident-friendly Nassau County finding Adamo in his own backyard. And assessor out of them all,” Adamo told the Blakeman has made his expectations of Herald. “I’m here to do a job, and I’m going Adamo clear, telling the Herald in a statement his new to do it well.”

The role of the assessment department is, among acting assessor will make the department “the most other things, to determine the taxable value of all resi- fair, accurate, transparent and resident-friendly dential and commercial properties in Nassau County. department in the nation.”

Adamo will serve in an acting capacity for the next That includes collecting property information, maintaining property records and tax maps, and answering six months. By summer, Blakeman is expected to decide if his role becomes permanent. questions from the community.

In the meantime, Adamo, wants to get more of his Although he’s spent the past decade working in Manhattan, according to his online resume, Adamo is staff on the phones to make sure assessments are corno stranger to Nassau, growing up in Levittown. Nas- rect. He believes in talking to people and putting himsau is a county he loves, Adamo says, and hopes to self out there.

“I just look forward to the challenge ahead,” Adamo turn the assessment office into one people can rely on.

“I want every owner of property to have a fair, accu- said.

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There are just a few events that are a must when it comes to Long Island, and everyone who is anyone finds themselves at the State of the Region breakfast hosted by the Long Island Association.

It’s become an annual tradition for leaders across the island — and state — but took a different approach this year with a round table featuring Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, and former congressman — and current Herald columnist — Peter King at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury last week.

In the discussion moderated by LIA president and chief executive Matt Cohen, the two county executives shared their top priorities for the upcoming year. Blakeman made clear his plans to continue campaigning for public safety, having added 70 new officers to the Nassau County Police Department in just the last year.

Blakeman also plans to keep the $5 billion Las Vegas Sands redevelopment project and casino at the Nassau Coliseum alive and well.

Economic development is his top priority, Blakeman said, emphasizing Long Island continues facing funding issues at the state level.

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The new year brought local and state electeds together at the Long Island Association State of the Region breakfast, where Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine joined former U.S. Rep. Peter King in a discussion moderated by LIA president and chief executive Matt Cohen.

“The state should realize that Long Island is the goose that lays the golden egg.” Blakeman said.

But it is all about making the most of what you do get, said Romaine, who just started his new role as county executive Suffolk last week. And guaranteeing you get everything you’re supposed to.

“Let’s make sure we get our fair share of federal and state aid,” he said.

“We get short-changed. We shouldn’t be short-changed. We are a tremendous

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economic engine for this state. We need to get full funding.”

King emphasized his staunch support of Israel after the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas, while also continuing his backing of Ukraine against the 2022 Russian invasion.

And, sticking to topics that have helped Republicans across the board in recent years, King affirmed his stance against allowing what he describes as unvetted migrants entering the country.

While a lot of Long Island’s leader-

ship now represents the GOP, there were Democrats, too. Like U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer and Gov. Kathy Hochul.

Schumer has just finished his 25th year visiting each of New York’s 62 counties, reflecting on past accomplishments — especially those of a bipartisan nature.

Like those with King, who worked with Schumer quite a bit over the three decades they served together. From advocating universal gun background check legislation to supporting first responders of the 9/11 attacks with better health care.

For Schumer, however, moving forward in 2024 consists of supporting offshore wind and renewable energy, as well as getting full Federal Emergency Management Agency reimbursement for hospitals throughout the island.

Hochul declared Long Island the epicenter of offshore wind, as it has the possibility to create tens of thousands of jobs.

“I’m with Long Island,” the governor said, “because New York cares about Long Island immensely.”

And that includes whether their colors are red or blue.

“I know how to work across the aisle,” Hochul said. “It’s in my DNA. And I cherish the ability and the privilege to represent all walks of life in every corner of the state.”

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Demo Derby — driven by Taylor Holman — and other popular trucks, including Tiger Shark, will thrill fans with exciting car-crunching feats as they fly more than 35 feet in the air. 5-Alarm, the newest vehicle, is primed to be a star in the show. Plus, the fiery Arctigon thunders into the arena ready to chomp.

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Monster trucks roar to life in spectacular style

Saturday, Jan. 13, 7:30 p.m. $49.50, $39.50, $34.50, $29.50.

The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

By Danielle Schwab Those iconic Hot Wheels toys take to the tracks when the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow party lights up Nassau Coliseum.

Once again, fans of all ages can watch their favorite Hot Wheels trucks come to life when the action returns to Long Island, Jan. 20-21. The spectacle will involve families in monster mayhem, with a laser light show, dance parties, theatrical effects, toy giveaways — with the spotlight on exciting monster truck and motorcycle stunts.

It’s truly a family affair, starting on the track. The Holman family — Bobby, his son, Cody, and Cody’s wife, Taylor — all will be behind the wheel when the tour arrives here. They’re among the drivers who adeptly handle these 12-foot-tall, 10,000-pound machines that bring audiences to their feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles.

Who better to be involved in a show geared to families than a family of monster truck drivers?

“It’s really cool for us,” says International Monster Truck Hall-of-Famer Bobby Holman. “A lot of people say they can’t work with family. But for us, it’s a really good deal and keeps us together. We expect more out of each other.”

The elder Holman pilots Tiger Shark, a monster truck that, as he tells it, combines the best parts of both tiger and shark, making it a standout favorite for the kids. On top of driving Tiger Shark, he also had a direct hand in creating the epic ride.

“We put it all together, and Cody painted it,” he says. “It literally looks like a shark sitting there, painted like a tiger.”

As with the other drivers on the circuit, monster trucks are Holman’s passion.

The owner of a monster truck repair shop in Dayton, Ohio — Team Beast OffRoad _ he’s been involved in the monster truck world for more than 40 years. He and his son work on many of the trucks that appear in the show, including painting and vinyl wrapping.

“I grew up around monster trucks. From the time I was old enough to walk, I knew I wanted to be a driver,” Cody says.

“When I was 17, I started doing shows with my dad.”

This year, he’s thrilled to be driving the newest edition to the monster truck lineup, Hot Wheels 5-Alarm, known as the fire truck hero.

Father and son are joined by Cody’s wife Taylor, who drives Demo Derby. When she’s not taking risks on the track and in air, she’s devoted to caring for others on the frontline of health care as an ER nurse at a children’s hospital in Ohio.

“Fans get to bring their family to the show,” Cody says, “and I get to bring mine.”

Friendly competition among the drivers quickly gets fans revved up.

The non-stop action includes a wheelie competition, donuts, long jumps, freestyle, and even motocross.

And if that is not enough, there’ll be a special appearance by the car-eating, fire-breathing transforming robot Arctigon.

Cody — last year’s winner — is eager for a repeat. Fans will just have

The multi-faceted Pete Correale brings his ‘Authentic’ tour to the Paramount stage. You may know him from his numerous late-night appearances on the ‘The Tonight Show,’ Letterman and Conan, his three TV comedy specials, or as co-host of ‘The Pete and Sebastian Show,’ his podcast with longtime friend Sebastian Maniscalco — with an ever-growing fan base.

Correale’s tours also continue to grow exponentially as more and more people discover him and fall for his accessible and extremely relatable point of view. His love for entertainment started when he went off to college. With a conversational delivery and his trademark disarming ‘regular guy’ attitude, he makes you feel like you’re listening to the funniest guy at a party as opposed to just another comedian on a stage.

to wait and see.

“Hot Wheels is all about the kids,” Bobby says. “We even put in precautions because the trucks are • Saturday and Sunday, typically very loud with Jan. 20-21; times vary these motors, so we put • Tickets start at $52.50, $90.75 mufflers on them. A lot of VIP, plus $24.20 Crash Zone (prices are subject to change); these kids have never seen available at Ticketmaster.com and monster trucks up close, HotWheelsMonsterTrucksLive.com so we don’t want to make • Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale them afraid of the trucks.

Every part of the show is geared toward them.”

From back flips on motorcycles to the aforementioned transforming robot, the show has it all. And in showstopping monster truck fashion, it all happens in the dark.

“The show was phenomenal without the lasers, but now it’s just incredible,” Bobby adds. “If you’ve never seen the show, you need to because it’s spectacular.”

Everyone is encouraged to arrive early to experience the popular pre-show exclusive, Crash Zone. Fans can obtain access to the arena floor at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Saturday, and noon on Sunday, when they can see trucks up-close and meet the drivers, get autographs, take photos, and check out some toy versions of the big trucks. Fans also can purchase a VIP experience that includes souvenirs and a special backstage tour.

And of course, there will be Hot Wheels toys for sale including exclusive Hot Wheels trucks and merchandise.

Bobby Holman still remembers when Cody played with Hot Wheels as a kid. Now it’s come full circle.

As Bobby puts it: “We bring toys to life. These kids see these little bitty trucks, and when they come into the arena, their eyes get wide and their smiles get big ‘cause now they are seeing a real monster truck.”

Ikigai Sands Point Preserve’s Four Seasons in Music series welcomes the new year with its first concert of 2024, at the stately Hempstead House.

The Preserve’s historic mansions and grounds are the backdrop for this unique chamber music series, created by the series’ artistic director Kathryn Lockwood. The winter edition celebrates the Japanese ‘ikigai,’ a reason for living. The ensemble duoJalal — featuring Lockwood on viola and percussionist Yousif Sheronick — is joined by Japanese Koto player Yumi Kurosawa, violinists Ilmar Gavilan and Doori Na and cellist Raman Ramakrishnan. They’’ll dive into the traditional and non-traditional Japananese sounds. Inspired by their namesake, 13th century poet Jalal a din Rumi — whose words brought together people of different religions, cultures and races — duoJalal offers a stimulating inter-cultural experience.

Sunday, Jan. 14, 3 p.m. $50, $40 members. Sands Point Preserve. 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point. Tickets available at SandsPointPreserveConservancy. org, or call (516) 571-7901.

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The multi-faceted Tom Papa brings his “Good Stuff” tour to the Paramount stage, Saturday, Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m. With more than 20 years on the stand-up circuit, Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country. In addition to his mastery of the stage, he’s found success in a variety of creative pursuits including as an actor and host in film and television, contributing writer for The New Yorker, author of three books, and popular podcast and radio host. He’s also a sought-after panelist (and occasional guest host) for NPR’s comedy news quiz Wait Wait…

Don’t Tell Me. Papa has five highly rated stand-up specials to his credit including his most recent Netflix special, What A Day!, filmed at the iconic Wilbur Theatre in Boston.

This past June, Papa released his anticipated third book “We’re All In This Together…So Make Some Room.” It’s a compilation of comedic essays that aim to unite us through our stupidity. His highly-rated podcast, Breaking Bread with Tom Papa, features Papa and his guest eating, drinking, and engaging in revealing and funny conversations. When he’s not on the road, Papa lives in Los Angeles with his family where he spends most of his time writing and baking bread. $59.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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Join Franklin Hill Perrell, curator of Nassau County Museum of Art’s “Our Gilded Age,” for his talk “Art and Decorative Art Styles of the Gilded Age,” Sunday, Jan. 21, 3 p.m. He’ll discuss a selection of works on view through the lens of the era’s changing styles and art movements including, grand tradition portraiture (in the spirit of Sir Joshua Reynolds and Thomas Gainsborough) French Salon style, Impressionism, Realism/ Social Realism, Romanticism; and in the decorative arts, and Renaissance Revival Style vs.

Art Nouveau. Artists examined include John Singer Sargent, William Merritt Chase, Thomas Eakins, Mary Cassatt and Louis Comfort Tiffany. Limited seating; advance registration required.

Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Our Gilded Age,” examines the appearances and the realities of an era that mirrors our own in many ways.

Like the nation’s economy, American art and literature flourished during the Gilded Age. The art of John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Louis Comfort Tiffany and others adorned palatial residences designed

by Stanford White and Ogden Codman Jr., architect of the museum’s own quintessential Gilded Age mansion. Drawing heavily upon the local literary history of Long Island, including William Cullen Bryant, Mark Twain (who named the Gilded Age), Walt Whitman, Edith Wharton and others, the exhibition will include paintings, fashion, decorative arts including period silver and china, photographs, manuscripts, first editions and other historic memorabilia.

The “Upstairs, Downstairs” approach to the life of a country house brings to life not only the storied conspicuous consumption for which the Gilded Age was infamous, but also the real lives of these many individuals who maintained the palatial estates where that lifestyle was enjoyed.

On view through March 10.

Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Chip in at Mulchfest It’s time to bid farewell to those Christmas trees and the Town of Hempstead is ready to help.

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‘Parallel Perspectives’ View Molloy University Art Gallery’s current exhibition, a duo exhibit displaying artwork of noted Long Island artists Holly Gordon and Ward Hooper. Various complementary paintings and prints are on view. Upon meeting, it became obvious that both Gordon and Hooper were deeply inspired

by Long Island’s fascinating environment and natural beauty.

Together, they toured the island and captured the same places, each interpreting the scenes in front of them through their distinctive artistic styles.

Their creations not only influence one another but also blend unique aesthetics in their collaborative artistic journey. Gordon and Hooper’s partnership yielded numerous accomplishments, one of which was the publication of their book “Parallel Perspectives: The Brush/Lens Collaboration.” Through Feb. 16. Kellenberg Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Call (516) 323-3196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu for more.

Let Freedom Ring with MLK Visit Long Island Children’s Museum for a workshop honoring Martin Luther King, Jr., Monday, Jan. 15, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Families will learn about MLK beyond his “I Have a Dream” speech and gain a better understanding of his impact on the civil rights movement.

Also participate in a gallery walk of images from the Civil Rights Movement and then create a bell to “let freedom ring.” For ages 5 and up. $4 with admission, $3 members. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

Freeport Village Freeport Village Board of Trustees meets, on Monday, Jan. 22, at 5:30 p.m., at Villsge Hall. 46 N Ocean Ave., Freeport.

Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:3011:30 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) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.

Haircuts are provided by student barbers-intraining working toward a New York State Barbering Technician license under the supervision of barber J. Mestizo at Baldwin High School. Services include haircuts for men and boys, facials, and a beard and eyebrow trim. Call (516) 434- 6991 Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to schedule appointments for your group.

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From Pirates to Rumruners

Join author Bill Bleyer for a program on about the pirates of prohibition, such as Captain Kidd and William McCoy, who used Long Island for their smuggling purposes, Friday, Jan. 12, 1 p.m., at Freeport Library. 144 W Merrick Road, Freeport. For more information, reach the library at (516)-379-3274 or visit FreeportLibrary.info.

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Join the monthly gathering led by Barbara Spinelli, Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2-4:30 p.m., at Freeport Memorial Library, 144 W Merrick Road, Freeport. For more information, reach the library at (516)-379-3274 or visit FreeportLibrary.info.

Walk back through time Step into Freeport’s colorful, unpredictable past at the Freeport Historical Museum, opn for visits Sundays. Operated by the Freeport Historical Society, this museum is in a historic house with three floors of historic Freeport artifacts, preserved from the mid-1800s to the present.350 S. Main St. Call (516) 623-9632 for information.

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Freeport Board of Education meets Freeport Board of Education holds an action meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Columbus Avenue School, at 7:30 p.m. 150 N Columbus Ave., Freeport.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. JOSEPH W. CARTER, II, et al, Defts.

Index #605901/2022. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Aug. 31, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on February 6, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a Section 55, Block 383, Lots 293-294. 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.

RONALD J. FERRARO, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #101031 144121

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU EVERBANK, Plaintiff AGAINST TIMOTHY KEY, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 5, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 5, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 86 Decatur Street, Roosevelt, NY 11575. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in Roosevelt, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55 Block 297 Lots 347 and 348.

Approximate amount of judgment $265,312.72 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #008113/2012.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. 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.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Malachy Lyons Jr., Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 21-001473 78788 143938

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 617966/2019 COUNTY OF NASSAU ___________________ BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST Plaintiff, vs.

DEAN VINCENT PHILPOTTS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET M. PHILPOTTS Defendant DEAN VINCENT PHILPOTTS, if living, and if she/he be deceased, her 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 said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff, KARYN D. PHILPOTTS AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET M. PHILPOTTS, RANDOLPH LEONARD AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET M. PHILPOTTS, UNKNOWN HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET M. PHILPOTTS; any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff , SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF LONG ISLAND, INC.; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; HOUSEHOLD

FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; KARREN PHILPOTTS AS JOHN DOE #1, “JOHN DOE #2” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last eleven names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 22 WILLOW AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520 Section: 55, Block: 211, Lot: 136, 137, 138, & 139 Defendants. ___________________ To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State.

The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $544,185.00 and interest, recorded on July 13, 2007, in Liber M 32104 at Page 413, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 22 WILLOW AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520.

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: December 20th, 2023 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Oluwatobi Adedokun , Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 144127

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs.

MAUREEN MCCOLLUM AKA MAUREEN E. MCCOLLUM, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 23, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 107 Southside Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. 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 Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 62, Block 58 and Lot 24. Approximate amount of judgment is $338,800.49 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #613536/2022.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse,

rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 144123 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE LENGTH OF SERVICE AWARD PROGRAM (LOSAP) INVESTMENT SERVICES FOR THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Agent of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for the “LENGTH OF SERVICE AWARD PROGRAM (LOSAP) INVESTMENT SERVICES” until 4:00 P.M. on Friday, March 8 2024, in the Purchasing Department, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520.

Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be seen and obtained at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520, or by visiting the Village’s Website at w w w. f r e e p o r t n y. g o v.

Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts will be available from 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, until 4:00 P.M. on Friday, March 8, 2024.

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the highest qualified and responsible vendor.

Proposals which in the opinion of the Board are unbalanced shall be rejected.

In submitting a proposal, vendors agree not to withdraw their proposal within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof.

Kim Weltner Purchasing Agent Village of Freeport VILLAGE OF FREEPORT Issue Date - January 11, 2024 144235 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS 2024-EMERGENCY BOARD-UPS IN THE INC. VILLAGE OF FREEPORT FOR THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Department of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for “2024EMERGENCY BOARD-UPS IN THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT” until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, at which time and place they will be opened publicly and read aloud.

Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be obtained by visiting the Village website at www.freeportny.com or at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, from 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday January 16, 2024 until 4:00 P.M. Friday February 2, 2024.

There is no fee for the bid documents.

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. Bids, which, in the opinion of the Board, are unbalanced, shall be rejected.

In submitting a bid, bidders agree not to withdraw their bid within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof.

Kim Weltner Purchasing Agent Village of Freeport VILLAGE OF FREEPORT Issue Date - January 11, 2024 Freeport Herald 144234 LEGAL NOTICE SITE PLAN REVIEW BOARD MEETING JANUARY 23, 2024 NOTICE IS HEREBY given that a Public Hearing will be held before the Site Plan Review Board on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 6:45 P.M., in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Main Conference Room, 46 N. Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, on Site Plan applications as they appear on the calendar; public comment invited.

The Board will meet at 6:00 P.M. in the Trustees Conference Room to discuss cases not requiring a public hearing; open to the public, no public comment.

INTERESTED PROPERTY OWNERS and other persons should appear at the above time and place to have questions answered and to voice opinions.

SP-3676 - 134 S Ocean Avenue, Section 62/Block 114/Lots 110. Residence Apartment. Look North Together. Construct new 24 unit 3-story 19,996 sq. ft. multiple dwelling.

SP-3693 - 340 Woodcleft Avenue, Section 62/Block 176/Lots 391. Marine Commerce.

Michael McDevitt.

Maintain existing storage area, bar and roof over.

SP-3694 - 410 N Main Street, Section 55/Block 345/Lots 183. Service Business. Price Paper & Twine Co. Façade improvement, minor structural repair and install faux windows.

BY ORDER OF THE PLANNING BOARD Pamela Walsh Boening, Village Clerk 144233 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS 2024 ANNUAL ASPHALT PAVING CONTRACT for THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Agent of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for “2024 ANNUAL ASPHALT PAVING CONTRACT” until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, at which time and place they will be opened publicly and read aloud.

Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be obtained by visiting the Village website at www.freeportny.gov or at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, from 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 until 12:00 P.M. Friday, January 26, 2024.

There is no fee for a set of bid documents.

Each bid must be accompanied by a bidder’s bond in the amount of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid insuring to the benefit of the Village of Freeport, or a certified check of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid, made payable to the Village of Freeport, to assure the entering of the successful bidder into an acceptable contract.

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. Bids which in the opinion of the Board, are unbalanced, shall be rejected.

In submitting a bid, bidders agree not to withdraw their bid within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof.

Kim Weltner Purchasing Agent Village of Freeport VILLAGE OF FREEPORT Issue Date - January 11, 2024 144236 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETINGS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Freeport will be held Thursday, January 11, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. in the Municipal Building, Board of Trustees Conference Room, 46 North Ocean Avenue, 2nd Floor, Freeport, New York, adjacent to the Mayor’s Office to discuss the 2024/2025 Tentative Budget.

Pamela Walsh Boening Village Clerk DATED: January 11, 2024 Freeport, New York 144239 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 VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on January 8, 2024, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Freeport, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled: “Bond Resolution of the Village of Freeport, New York, adopted January 8, 2024, authorizing the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,400,000 to finance the construction of various improvements to the Freeport Armory, the estimated maximum cost thereof is $1,400,000 and appropriating said amount for such purpose,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows: FIRST: AUTHORIZING the Village of Freeport, New York to issue bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,400,000 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, to finance the construction of various improvements to the Freeport Armory.

SECOND: STATING that the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $1,400,000; appropriating said amount for such purpose; and STATING that the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds in a principal amount not to exceed $1,400,000 to

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finance said appropriation, and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable; THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is fifteen (15) years; the temporary use of available funds of the Village, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Law, for the capital purposes described in this resolution and the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years; FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village; FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.

SEVENTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.

DATED: January 8, 2024 Pamela Walsh Boening Village Clerk 144238 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232 PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS PURCHASE OF HVAC EQUIPMENT FOR THE FREEPORT ARMORY EAST BUILDING for THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Agent of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for “PURCHASE OF HVAC EQUIPMENT FOR THE FREEPORT ARMORY EAST BUILDING” until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, at which time and place they will be opened publicly and read aloud.

Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be obtained by visiting the Village website at www.freeportny.gov or at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, from 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 until 12:00 P.M. Friday, January 26, 2024.

There is no fee for a set of bid documents.

Each bid must be accompanied by a bidder’s bond in the amount of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid insuring to the benefit of the Village of Freeport, or a certified check of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid, made payable to the Village of Freeport, to assure the entering of the successful bidder into an acceptable contract.

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. Bids which in the opinion of the Board, are unbalanced, shall be rejected.

In submitting a bid, bidders agree not to withdraw their bid within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof.

Kim Weltner Purchasing Agent Village of Freeport VILLAGE OF FREEPORT Issue Date - January 11, 2024 144237 LEGAL NOTICE Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU Action To Foreclose A Mortgage INDEX #: 614686/2022 WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2019-RPL1 TRUST Plaintiff, Vs PAMELA RICHARDSON AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF CORNELIA RICHARDSON, CYNTHIA RICHARDSON AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF CORNELIA RICHARDSON, UNKNOWN HEIRS OF CORNELIA RICHARDSON IF LIVING, AND IF HE/SHE BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL

PERSONS UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, CLAIMING, OR WHO MAY CLAIM TO HAVE AN INTEREST IN, OR GENERAL OR SPECIFIC LIEN UPON THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THIS ACTION; SUCH UNKNOWN PERSONS BEING HEREIN GENERALLY DESCRIBED AND INTENDED TO BE INCLUDED IN WIFE, WIDOW, HUSBAND, WIDOWER, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, AND ASSIGNEES OF SUCH DECEASED, ANY AND ALL PERSONS DERIVING INTEREST IN OR LIEN UPON, OR TITLE TO SAID REAL PROPERTY BY, THROUGH OR UNDER THEM, OR EITHER OF THEM, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE WIVES, WIDOWS, HUSBANDS, WIDOWERS, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, AND ASSIGNS, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES, EXCEPT AS STATED, ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING THROUGH THE IRS, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NEW YORK STATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF LONG ISLAND, INC., MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, MIDLAND FUNDING OF DELAWARE LLC, CHASE BANK USA, NA, CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA), NA, ATLANTIC CREDIT & FINANCE INC., GE MONEY BANK, LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. JOHN DOE (Those Unknown Tenants, Occupants, Persons Or Corporations Or Their Heirs, Distributees, Executors, Administrators, Trustees, Guardians, Assignees, Creditors Or Successors Claiming An Interest In The Mortgaged Premises.)

Defendant(S).

Defendant(S).

MORTGAGED PREMISES: 196 East Seaman Avenue Freeport, NY 11520 To the Above Named Defendant: You Are Hereby Summoned To Answer The Complaint In This Action, And To Serve A Copy Of Your Answer, Or, If The Complaint Is Not Served With This Supplemental Summons, To Serve A Notice Of Appearance, On The Plaintiff(S) Attorney(S) Within Twenty Days After The Service Of This Supplemental Summons, Exclusive Of The Day Of Service (Or Within 30 Days After The Service Is

Complete If This Supplemental Summons Is Not Personally Delivered To You Within The State Of New York).

In Case of Your Failure to Appear or Answer, Judgment Will Be Taken Against You by Default for The Relief Demanded in The Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff Has an Office for Business in The County of Erie. Trial to Be Held in The County of Nassau. The Basis of The Venue Designated Above Is the Location of The Mortgaged Premises.

TO Unknown Heirs of Cornelia Richardson Defendant in This Action.

The Foregoing Supplemental Summons Is Served Upon You by Publication, Pursuant to An Order of HON. Jeffrey A. Goodstein Of the Supreme Court of The State Of New York, Dated the Twentieth Day of December, 2023 And Filed with The Complaint in The Office of The Clerk of The County of Nassau, In the City of Mineola.

The Object of This Action Is to Foreclose A Mortgage Upon the Premises Described Below, executed by Cornelia Richardson (Who Died on October 5, 2018, A Resident of The County of Nassau, State Of New York) Dated the May 26, 1995, To Secure the Sum Of $25,000.00 And Recorded at Instrument No. Book 16849, Page 850 In the Office of The Nassau County Clerk, On the June 5, 1995. The Consolidated Mortgage Was Subsequently Assigned by An Assignment Executed May 13, 1999 and Recorded on June 8, 1999, In the Office of The Nassau County Clerk at Book 19625, Page 320.

The Consolidated Mortgage Was Subsequently Assigned by A Gap Assignment Executed September 18, 2019 And Recorded on October 21, 2019, In the Office of The Nassau County Clerk at Book 43749, Page 828. The Consolidated Mortgage Was Subsequently Assigned by A Gap Assignment Executed February 2, 2016 And Recorded on March 28, 2016, In the Office of The Nassau County Clerk at Book 41108, Page 266.

Plaintiff Is Also Holder of a Mortgage Dated May 13, 1999 Executed by Cornelia Richardson To Secure the Sum Of $56,099.39 And Recorded at Book 19625, Page 299 In the Office of The Nassau County Clerk on June 8, 1999. Said Mortgage Was Consolidated with The Mortgage Referred to At Book 16849, Page 850 By A Consolidation, Extension and Modification Agreement Executed by Cornelia Richardson Dated May 13, 1999 And Recorded June 8, 1999 At Book 19625, Page 322 In The

Office Of The Nassau County Clerk To Form A Single Lien In The Amount Of $80,000.00.

The Consolidated Mortgage Was Subsequently Assigned by An Assignment Executed February 2, 2016 And Recorded On April 4, 2016, In The Office Of The Nassau County Clerk At Book 41123, Page 374. The Consolidated Mortgage Was Subsequently Assigned By An Assignment Executed September 21, 2017 And Recorded On December 15, 2017, In The Office Of The Nassau County Clerk At Book 42566, Page 828. The Consolidated Mortgage Was Subsequently Assigned To Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Owner Trustee Of CSMC 2019-RPL1 Trust By An Assignment Executed On November 30, 2021 And Sent For Recording In The Office Of The Nassau County Clerk. The Property In Question Is Described As Follows: 196 East Seaman Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520 NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. DATED: December 28, 2023 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy, LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose.

79148 144177 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE SPECIALTY UNDERWRITING AND RESIDENTIAL FINANCE TRUST MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-BC1, Plaintiff

AGAINST JANINE GUILFORD, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 27, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 14, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 336 W. Seaman Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION 36, BLOCK 537, LOT 15.

Approximate amount of judgment $623,819.04 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #009116/2014.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. 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.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Peter T. Bauer, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 00-305223 78786 144179 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTESCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2003-1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-1, V. PEGGY WATKINS, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 26, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTESCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2003-1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-1 is the Plaintiff and PEGGY WATKINS, 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 February 14, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 94 BENNETT AVE, ROOSEVELT, NY 11575: Section 0055, Block 00129-00, Lot 01177 and 01178: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ROOSEVELT, TOWN OF HOMESTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 013762/2008. Melvyn K. Roth, Esq. - Referee.

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 144230 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX # 612786/2023 Property: 423 Atlantic Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520 Supplemental Summons with Notice of Action to Foreclose a Mortgage Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee of Angel Oak Mortgage Trust 2022-6, MortgageBacked Certificates, Series 2022-6, Plaintiff(s), against Unknown heirs at law of Ashanti Felder AKA Ashanti Abayomi Foster Felder, and if they be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors; administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees,

committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; Abayomi Enterprises, LLC, The People of the State of New York, The United States of America, and “JOHN DOE #1,” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises being foreclosed herein, Defendant(s). WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorneys within 20 days after the service of this summons exclusive of the day of service or within 30 days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State.

The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Sheldon May & Associates, P.C. by Ted Eric May, Esq., Attorneys for Plaintiff. 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, New York 11570. Phone: 516-763-3200. File # 39020 144169 Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR DELTA FUNDING HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 1995-2, V. WILLIE KELLEY, JR, ET. AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 28, 2018, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR DELTA FUNDING HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 1995-2 is the Plaintiff and WILLIE KELLEY, JR, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501 on January 24, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 7 ELM STREET, FREEPORT, NY 11520: Section 55, Block 279, Lot 117-120: 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, STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 006821/2012.

Michele Bencivinni, Esq. - Referee.

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 143916

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2013-3T, Plaintiff, vs.

WAYNE MCKEN, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 30, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 10 Hillman Place, Roosevelt, NY 11575. 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 55, Block 509 and Lot 2.

Approximate amount of judgment is $571,568.05 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #018333/2009. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Bonnie Link, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff 143921 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, DBA CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs.

DANIEL GAUSE, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Discharging the Guardian Ad Litem and Military Attorney, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 19, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 23, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 84 Hillside Avenue, Freeport, NY a/k/a Hempstead, NY 11520.

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 Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 240 and Lot 113. Approximate amount of judgment is $278,411.64 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to

provisions of filed Judgment Index # 003266/2016. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff 143919

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST ALEXANDRE NILOV AKA ALEXANDER NILOV, JENNIFER NILOV, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 19, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 24, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 883 SOUTH LONG BEACH AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 62, Block 186, Lot 540.

Approximate amount of judgment $320,864.90 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #002546/2017.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. 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.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Charles Casolaro, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 17-002264 78469 143829 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. Search by publication name at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU M&T Bank, Plaintiff AGAINST Cynthia Hay, Rohan Hay, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 19, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 24, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 60 Agnes Street, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 55, BLOCK: 394, LOT: 423.

Approximate amount of judgment $193,365.94 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #004493/2016.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov /Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Robert F. Harper, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-073477-F01 78648 143827

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2013-TT2,

BY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE, Plaintiff, vs. DONOVAN HONEGAN, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 15, 2019 and an Order Extending Sale Deadline, Amending Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale and Other Relief duly entered on October 26, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 23, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 38 Shonnard Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and

Freeport resident Frank Tucker dies After Longtime Freeport resident Frank Tucker died this month, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé spoke about Tucker’s legacy.

“When I first became involved with the Freeport PTA, Frank Tucker was one of the first people I met,” Mulé said in a news release.

“A product of Freeport schools, he cared deeply about our students and was a founding member of Freeport Dollars for Scholars. For as long as he could be, Frank was involved with everything in our community - and that

is why so many in our community are deeply saddened by his recent passing.

Rest in peace, Frank, and thank you for giving so freely of yourself to our community,” she added.

Tucker served in the Navy Reserves for 14 years and active duty for 3 years.

He was a Nassau County police officer for 24 years. Tucker worked in the Freeport school system until he was 91.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to Freeport Dollars for Scholars in Frank Tucker’s memory.

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being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 222 and Lots 540-541.

Approximate amount of judgment is $454,332.28 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 007613/2016.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Charles J. Casolaro, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 231678-1 143924 LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v.

NANCY N. WRIGHT, ET AL. Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on December 16, 2022, I, William J. Birney, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on January 30, 2024, at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., Mineola, NY, at 2:00 PM the premises described as follows: 21 Stillwell Place Freeport, NY 11520 SBL No.: 62-50-32 ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and

improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in at Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 003264/2014 in the amount of $588,987.50 plus interest and costs.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 144039

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ROSE BROWN, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 6, 2022 and an Order duly entered on May 22, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 30, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 79 Mount Joy Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. 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 Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 398 and Lots 332-334.

Approximate amount of judgment is $312,021.34 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 609848/2019.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 143990 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, V. NIMBOKO B. MILLER, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 8, 2018, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and NIMBOKO B. MILLER, 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 January 30, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 352 WESTSIDE AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520: Section 62, Block 66, Lot 299: ALL THAT PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 006688/2015. Ralph J. Madalena, Esq. - Referee.

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 143977

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LEGAL NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION BALDWIN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUPIL TRANSPORTATION Section 1 ADVERTISEMENT The Board of Education Of The Baldwin Union Free School District. County of Nassau, hereafter invites The Submission of Sealed Bids for the SouthWest Quadrant Consortium PUPIL TRANSPORTATION Friday, January 26, 2024 At 9:00 A.M. At the office Of the Board of Education Baldwin Union Free School District, Baldwin N.Y. 11510 At which time and place All bids will be publicly Opened and read aloud Specifications and bid Forms may be obtained

By Telephone 516-4346040 Between the hours of 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM Weekdays. The Board of Education reserves the Right to reject any or all Bids, or to accept any bid Which is in the opinion of The Board of Education Will be in the best Interest of the School District Board of Education Baldwin Union Free School District.

By: Pamela Pratt District Clerk 144244

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A. Time and cost are a problem. You probably won’t get results in under seven months to a year.

Building plans take time, and must involve the tenant’s specific input as to where walls, plumbing and equipment will be located.

Most people treat plans like they’re just a suggestion, to be changed later, but the reality is that the onte eeper plans need to show very specifically what will be done. Those plans have to be filed with all the required application papers and a property survey with the building department, which will then put the plans in a lineup with all the other plan folders that come in that will eventually be reviewed. Depending on the size of the community, this process can take three to four months before you first hear back that your plans are objected to or rejected.

Once you learn that you can’t be approved with a straight-away permit, you may request that the file go into a request for varying from the zoning code, since most municipalities do not allow overnight animal boarding. This is the zoning variance request. A zoning case is separate from a building permit, and requires the preparation of a map of the property, along with neighboring properties — sometimes, depending on the community, as far away as 600 feet. For commercial use, some municipalities require that the map show the accurate outline of all buildings and names of tenants and owners on each property, prepared by a licensed land surveyor.

If the plans you submit on behalf of your potential tenant do not reflect the true layout of the shapes and sizes of rooms, the location of equipment, etc., you may find yourself applying again to repeat the process when a building inspector sees that the plans were not followed, so you and the tenant have to treat this process seriously.

Also, if the building is not yet outfitted with sprinklers, plan on another seven- to 10-month process with the fire marshal. It can take less, but this is a common time frame. This process cannot be rushed, and isn’t like getting a driver’s license.

Each tenant’s plans will need to be filed for separately. Good luck!

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he United States is at a crossroads. For too long, leaders at all levels of government have turned a blind eye to the crisis unfolding on our southern border.

Indeed, that porous border has fueled both a national drug crisis and a migrant crisis, which threaten to undermine the safety of Americans in communities across the country.

The Biden administration has so far failed to articulate a clear plan to end these crises by securing the borAnTHonY der, and the cabiD’EsposiTo net official directly charged with implementing a border security plan, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, has routinely downplayed the problems that exist there.

For failing to uphold his oath to safeguard the homeland by securing our borders, I have called on Mayorkas to resign. In the absence of a resignation, I believe he should be impeached. As a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, I will work to build a case for

impeaching Mayorkas in a transparent manner via the committee’s information-gathering process.

Under Mayorkas’ leadership, the Department of Homeland Security has lost operational control of the border — a fact backed up by congressional testimony last March by Raul Ortiz, then the chief of the United States Border Patrol.

This loss of control coincides with the fact that Border Patrol personnel have encountered over 8.1 million migrants since the beginning of the Biden administration, and an additional 1.7 million managed to evade overstretched law enforcement and slip into the country, according to sources in United States Customs and Border Protection.

With the risk of terrorism at dangerously high levels and public safety deteriorating across the country, having 1.7 million “gotaways” roaming the streets of America is a frightening prospect.

Our porous border is negatively impacting the quality of life of millions of Americans. On Jan. 2, New York City Mayor Eric Adams

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announced that there were “a number of migrants who have committed crimes,” including some who had participated in a “robbery pattern.”

More than 160,000 migrants have recently entered New York City, and they have elicited proclamations from Adams that the Big Apple may slash municipal services by up to 15 percent to pay for migrant services.

What’s more, since the beginning of fiscal year 2021, 294 people on the United State’s terror watch list have been arrested trying to enter the country — but how many on that list evaded capture because they were among the 1.7 million “gotaways” and are currently in New York? Thanks to Mayorkas’ inability to stem the flow of migrants by securing the border, New Yorkers are facing additional public safety threats and reduced municipal services.

In addition to serving as a pathway for migrants, the southern border has also been used as a gateway for drug smugglers to illegally import their dangerous narcotics into the United States.

nder his leadership, the department has lost control of the southern border.

Last fiscal year, Customs and Border Protection seized 27,293 pounds of poisonous fentanyl coming across the southwestern border, which is enough to kill around 6 billion — that’s billion — people. Regretfully, due to overstretched resources, CBP is able to seize only 5 to 10 percent of the fentanyl smuggled across the border, with the remainder making it to the streets of American cities and contributing to the 111,355 American overdose deaths that were recorded in the 12-month period ending in April 2023. Americans are being killed because of the porous southern border.

I was proud to help pass H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023, in the House of Representatives, which would fully fund CBP and make critical investments in border security infrastructure.

While I continue to advocate for my colleagues in the Senate to pass the sweeping border security plan outlined in H.R. 2, I will work to hold Mayorkas accountable for this crisis of his own creation — and there is no better way to hold him accountable than to fire him.

Mayorkas must be impeached.

Anthony D’Esposito represents the 4th Congressional District.

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o date, Nassau County has received approximately $385 million in coronavirus relief money through the federal American Rescue Plan Act, and $85.2 million more in settlements from opioid manufacturers, distributors and retailers. Of that combined sum of approximately $470 million, Nassau County has to date only committed roughly $86 million and dispersed $7 million.

While many DELiA have wondered DeRiGGi-WHiTTon about the almost palpable lack of urgency from the administration of Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman in getting these life-enriching and lifesaving funds into the community, a recent budget hearing potentially exposed the callous reason his administration continues to sit on

these funds.

During the hearing, on Oct. 10, administration officials confirmed that the roughly $378 million in remaining proceeds from the ARPA funding and various opioid settlements is being used to bolster Nassau County’s reserves, which in turn are helping to boost and maintain the county’s credit score with rating agencies such as Moody’s, S&P Global and Fitch Ratings.

Furthermore, every penny in interest that has and may be generated in the future by holding the opioid funds back was earned at the expense of someone who is struggling with the disease of addiction.

All of this is simply appalling.

It is only marginally less infuriating when you consider that Nassau’s ARPA funds could be applied to fighting hunger, combating homelessness, bolstering mental health programs,

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supporting small businesses, enhancing youth services and so much more. For months, my colleagues in the County Legislature’s minority caucus and I have been advocating for approximately $12 million in itemized ARPA requests to help support organizations that provide vital community services.

While those requests have languished in the Blakeman administration, the transfer of $10 million in Covid relief funds, done under the facade of “tourism” to fund lavish galas, parades and marketing to celebrate the county’s 125th anniversary this year, flew through the Legislature on Dec. 18.

The minority caucus is unified in its outrage and opposition to this latest lapse in judgment, which serves as yet another example of how Blakeman and his administration are badly out of touch with the needs

ovid and opioid funds should trump the county’s 125th anniversary.

of our constituents.

Federal Covid relief and opioid settlement funds were not meant to gather dust on ledger sheets, serve as an investment strategy, be used to butter up ratings agencies, or soothe the self-inflating ego of an elected official.

They were meant to get into the community so they could be used to address the challenges our constituents are grappling with.

With so many people struggling, and so many facing the unthinkable crisis of losing family members to addiction, spending $10 million on publicizing an anniversary celebration before releasing these opioid settlement funds is unconscionable.

Let’s hope that in the new year, these lifesaving funds, as well as our federal relief funds, reach their intended destinations — at least as swiftly as Blakeman’s celebration funds did.

Delia DeRiggi-Whitton represents Nassau County’s 11th Legislative District, and is the Legislature’s minority leaderelect.

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n the weeks and months leading up to this year’s elections in November, it is pivotal that Long Island voters stay engaged with everything that’s going on in New York state and the nation. In 10 months, scores of millions of voters will flock to polling booths across the country to cast their ballots for state offices, Congress and the White House.

Making informed decisions begins with early engagement.

In an era when information is constantly being filtered through a wide variety of media, it is imperative that voters pay attention to political developments and take the time to understand the competing candidates, their policies, and the evolving dynamics in the political arena.

Informed voting is the bedrock of a healthy democracy. It ensures that those who are elected fulfill their promises and legislate based on the values and needs of the people they serve.

Long Island, much like the rest of the country, needs leaders who genuinely understand the challenges faced by their communities, and who possess the foresight to make difficult choices.

Critical issues that touch the lives of every resident will undoubtedly shape this year’s elections. From health care, to climate change, to economic development and social justice, understanding where candidates stand is paramount.

Letters Those college presidents shouldn’t get all blame To the Editor: Re Alan J. Singer’s op-ed last month, “Three college heads who lacked street smarts”: Professor Singer makes the point that the university presidents grilled by right-wing U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York at last month’s congressional hearing suffered from a lack of “street smarts,” leading to the resignation of one (now two) of them.

While that may be true, the pointed questioning and harassment of the university presidents at those hearings deserves condemnation.

House members engaging in McCarthy-era tactics in those Education Committee hearings does not bode well for democracy. If anyone should resign, it should be Stefanik.

Apparently the three presidents failed to respond adequately to hypothetical verbal support of genocide by students at their universities. There is

Don’t wait until you step inside the voting booth to make decisions you hope align with your own priorities.

Stay informed by keeping up with reputable news outlets — such as your local newspaper.

With so many talking heads touting their agendas on cable news outlets, it’s important to keep your ear close to the ground and pay attention to what is going on in your own neighborhood.

Bias and misinformation erode the foundation of democracy, sowing seeds of doubt by distorting facts and adding a political slant.

News organizations have a responsibility to offer accurate information, but there are times when information can be misused to skew opinions. So, know where the information is coming from.

Your local paper is the perfect place to read all about what’s happening. Not that you can’t turn on the television, but broadcast media tend to focus on national issues and how candidates plan to address foreign policy, spending, energy and immigration. All of that is crucially important — especially as it relates to the presidential race — but the issues at the forefront of local elections are just as important, if not more so.

Remember, every decision made at the local level will shape the fabric of the community.

It’s impossible to miss news of a spe-

cial election happening right in our backyard, even if you don’t live on the North Shore. On Feb. 13, voters will decide who will replace the disgraced former congressman George Santos in the 3rd Congressional District. Voters will choose between former U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi — a Democrat from Glen Cove who held this seat before making an unsuccessful run for governor in 2022 — and Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, of Great Neck, who is representing Republicans.

As for those who live on the South Shore, the June primary will be just as important to Democrats, at least, looking to reclaim the seat in the 4th Congressional District now occupied by U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, a Republican who handily won the 2022 race against Laura Gillen. Gillen is back for another try, but would need to beat State Sen. Kevin Thomas to represent Democrats once again in November.

Regardless of the outcomes, the decisions made in this fall’s elections will reverberate for many years to come.

That is why all of us must seize the opportunity to shape our future by gathering all the information we can about the candidates who are running.

The responsibility to contribute lies with every voter. Let us not merely stand witness. Let us take an active role and help shape the future for the better.

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adly, Jews have had their own relationship with trauma.

From the pogroms to the Holocaust, this trauma has left a long-lasting effect on the Jewish people.

Studies like those reported by Psycom, an online mental health resource, have shown that “trauma can leave a chemical mark on a person’s genes, which can then be passed down to future generations. This mark doesn’t cause a genetic mutation but does alter the mechanism by which the gene is expressed. This alteration is not shai genetic, but epibeLoosesky genetic.”

This means we each carry with us trauma we did not personally experience. Each of us exhibits behaviors that result not from just our own lives.

What happens to groups of people who experience generations of trauma?

What happens when a new trauma is introduced? What about the effects of the Oct. 7 attack in Israel on the generations to come? What about the released hostages and their trauma?

Today we understand that generational trauma can cause anxiety, depression, anger, irritability, substance abuse, feelings of distrust and alertness toward others. Recognizing these symptoms allows mental health providers to help treat and even begin altering the chemical mark on future generations. This makes it imperative to recognize them and provide proper mental health treatment.

In regard to the horrors of Oct. 7 in Israel, the trauma is complicated.

Because of technology, people were affected on many levels.

There were those who experienced the horrors firsthand. Those on the phone with loved ones who were experiencing it in real time.

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e each carry with us trauma we did not personally experience.

Letters no evidence that such a call for genocide against Jews has been expressed on college campuses. Rather, it is a fantasy of Stefanik and other culture war fanatics.

Students and faculty at universities have courageously confronted unjustified censure and bullying in response to a very real catastrophe — a relentless ethnic cleansing and genocidal war being waged by the Israeli government, supported by our own, against the Palestinian people of Gaza.

JIM BROWn Secretary, Green Party of Nassau County

Congestion pricing would benefit everyone To the Editor: It’s not surprising that Long Island lawmakers are pandering to the tiny minority of their constituents who would actually pay the $15 congestion fee for driving into Manhattan south of 60th Street. But it is disappointing that these officials fail to see beyond the narrow interests of this small group and recognize the big and broad benefits of congestion pricing, including for hundreds of thousands of Long Islanders.

How could those who took part in the Dec. 11 anti-congestion-pricing news conference not notice the irony of holding their kvetch fest at the Long Island Rail Road’s Mineola station? Part of the $15 billion projected to be raised annually by the added fees will go toward improving

Those loved ones who had to witness it on Hamas videos, friends who had friends, Israelis, and fellow Jews all over the world. And the Hamas videos many of us saw.

And then there are the hostages, with a different set of issues. Each will carry their own level of trauma.

It’s important to recognize all of the levels, and not to dismiss our own sad feelings.

My friends, please take care of yourselves, and never hesitate to seek a professional if needed.

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you”: Deuteronomy 31:6.

The Jewish people are strong, courageous and resilient. We always prevail, even after the most horrible of atrocities. Today, however, we will triumph in a healthier manner than we’ve done in our past. We will acknowledge our men-

LIRR service for the 200,000 Long Islanders who take trains into the city on an average weekday.

Besides making rail commuting more comfortable and convenient, congestion pricing will reduce air pollution and the risk of car crashes in Manhattan. And those positives shouldn’t be ignored by Long Island representatives. Why do they not respect the decision of their fellow lawmakers to better safeguard public health and safety in the city?

In addition, Long Island isn’t an island, economically. More than 300,000 of its residents earn their living from Manhattan-based businesses, according to the Regional Plan Association. These commuters make an average annual salary of $124,000, amounting to total income of $38 billion that’s spent largely on Long Island.

Politicians such as State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick oppose congestion pricing partly on the grounds that it is a “tax” unfairly imposed on Long Islanders, as she claimed in a Herald op-ed last month, “Congestion pricing isn’t really about congestion.” That’s a misuse of the term. Taxes are required payments; congestion pricing is an optional fee. no one is being forced to drive a car into Manhattan. The $15 fee — and the additional parking and gasoline costs — can be avoided by riding the LIRR. Encouraging more Long Islanders to take the train is, after all, a key objective of congestion pricing.

KEvIn J. KELLEy Atlantic Beach

tal health needs and provide the care they require.

Only time will tell us how the survivors of Oct. 7 will fare. For now, they must come to terms with their own survival and the loss of loved ones and of friends. They will have to deal with how they survived — many having used dead family members and friends to hide under.

Some hostages — particularly the children — may have formed friendships with their captors and have guilt for leaving. There are so many unimaginable emotions many of us will never understand.

I am proud of my fellow Israelis in the health field for the work they’ve done, and for the long, hard road ahead.

For now, I offer this: “God is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit. For the righteous with heavy hearts may God ease their troubles”: Psalm 34:18-19.

May all find sholom nefesh — peace of the soul.

Jeshayahu ‘Shai’ Beloosesky is the rabbi of Temple Avodah in Oceanside.

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