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Long Island Cares receives $25,000 grant securing the grant, shared her perspective on the organization’s initiatives and the cenLong Island Cares, the food tral role the grant will play in bank responsible that supplies assisting the Center for Collabmillions of pounds of food each orative Assistance in Freeport. “This foundation has been year to Long Islanders in need, and whose busiest food pantry very supportive to Long Island has operated in Freeport since Cares,” Rosati said, “and support like that — 2010, has received a having donors and $25,000 grant from foundations that the Long Island believe in what you Community Foundo and trust us to dation. do right by the peoThis financial ple that we serve — boost comes as the really makes a organization conhuge difference in tinues its efforts to our ability to fulfill combat hunger and JessIcA RosATI our mission. We’re food insecurity in Vice president, just incredibly F r e e p o r t a n d Long Island Cares grateful that across Long Island. they’ve trusted us The Long Island Community Foundation, based to be a recipient of this grant, in Melville, is a grantmaking and to really help us help the foundation that brings together Freeport community.” Long Island Cares served “individuals, families, foundations, and business to build a nearly 69,000 people in 2023, a better community, and support remarkable 34 increase over nonprofits… in an effort to 2022. It provided nearly 587,000 ensure meaningful opportuni- meals, an increase of 27 perties and a better quality of life cent over 2022. “The numbers really tell a for all Long Islanders,” accordvery detailed story,” Rosati ing to the foundation’s website. Jessica Rosati, vice presi- said, “about what the need realdent for programs and commu- ly is here on Long Island, and nity services at Long Island that a lot of people are relying Cares, who played a key role in Continued on page 8

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Karine austin, assistant vice president and chair of Martin Luther King Jr. committee at Mount Sinai South nassau, left, with amber Vitale and her husband Joe Vitale proudly showing off commemorative plaque/glass emblem for MSSn Martin Luther King Jr. service award

Mount Sinai South Nassau celebrates Dr. King’s legacy By MoHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com

In a heartwarming celebration of the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital hosted a special event at which children from the nearby De La Salle School, in Freeport, showcased their creative talents. The Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration honored the civil rights leader with a contest that featured middle school students’ artwork. The hospital’s Martin Luther King Jr. Committee was created 16 years ago, and has been chaired by Karine Austin, assistant vice president for oncology services, since

2011. It focuses on widening awareness of King’s influence in the field of health care and giving back to the community. Committee members believe in the power of younger generations, and for the past three years they have collaborated with students to incorporate their perspectives, through writing and visual art, into the annual celebration. “The purpose of the committee is to give back to the community, but also to bring awareness to the organization of how much Dr. King influences us in the field of health care, and what we can do to give back not only to patients, but colleague to colleague,” Continued on page 9

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Freeport residents enjoy wash after storm Freeport village offered a vehicle undercarriage wash free of charge for residents after the storm that struck Long Island on Jan. 9. The undercarriage wash operated on Jan. 11 and 12 after the storm, with Chris Halton, 41, a firefighter and street sweeper for Freeport conducting the operation. “The mayor likes to keep people comfortable and happy,” Halton said, concerning why the undercarriage wash was set up. Halton worked the undercarriage wash from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 11, and when asked how many residents had made use of the service he said he was averaging “two to three a minute.” “Late morning is the busiest time,” Halton said, adding that vehicles were coming through at a fairly steady rate throughout the day. “Today the people that didn’t make it yesterday are coming out.” The undercarriage wash service has been in operation for a number of storms over the previous few months when flooding in Freeport occurred as saltwater can be deleterious for the maintenance of vehicles, making such services vital for residents of the coastal village.

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Freeport resident enjoying the free undercarriage wash. Chris Halton, firefighter and street sweeper for Freeport department of public works, operating the undercarriage wash. Halton stated that at certain periods of the day he was washing vehicle undercarriages at a rate of 2-3 per minute. Halton stated that this is the first storm after which the undercarriage wash operated two days in a row.

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Democrats on the south shore of Long Island are preparing for the June primaries with five candidates seeking contest against U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito in New York’s Fourth Congressional District. Laura Gillen, a former Hempstead Town Supervisor and Rockville Centrebased attorney, who lost to D’Esposito by a less than four percent margin in the 2022 midterm elections, is feeling confident about the primaries and has already started to meet with community leaders about the race. “We are not taking anything for granted and will be out working for every vote, in both the primary and the general election,” Sarah Carlson, the campaign manager for Laura Gillen, said. “Laura has a strong record as supervisor of fighting corruption, protecting the environment, and working to lower costs for Long Island families. Laura will be campaigning around the district highlighting her past work and how she’ll work in Congress on the issues that matter most.” Carlson said that Gillen’s team is laying the ground work to build a strong campaign, with the main objective of flipping the seat from red to blue and making sure that people come out to vote in the June primary. Based on a district-wide survey of 464 Democratic primary voters, conducted

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Congressional candidate Laura Gillen, left, and State Sen. Kevin Thomas are preparing for the June primaries and seeking contest against U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito. by Public Policy Polling in October 2023, Gillen is favored 43 percent higher than her opponents. New York state Sen. Kevin Thomas, a Levittown native who represents the sixth district on Long Island, announced his intentions back in July. Since then, his campaign spokesperson said, they have hit the ground running. “In our first fundraising quarter we outraised our primary opponent,” Alexa Kennedy, campaign manager for Kevin Thomas, said. “With our proven track record of delivering for the NY-4 and winning tough races in this district, we are confident and committed to winning this race and better serving Long

Island.” Thomas will be putting it all on the line for the opportunity to run against D’Esposito in November, leaving a vacancy in the sixth Senate district, which covers Rockville Centre, Baldwin, Freeport, Uniondale, Hempstead, Lakeview, Roosevelt, Westbury, West Hempstead, Garden City, Carle Place and a portion of Oceanside. Two candidates have already thrown their hats into the ring—Assemblywoman Taylor Darling and Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe—who have both expressed an interest in running for the Democratic Party line in the June primary.

During his time in office he has worked with a Democratic majority in Albany to cap property taxes, protect drinking water for Nassau County residents, funded veteran services and mental health care, and codified the right to an abortion into New York law. Leading up to the Democratic primary on June 25, three other candidates have thrown their hats in the ring seeking the party endorsement including Patricia Maher of Baldwin, Gian Jones of Rockaway Beach and Lawrence Henry. Olympic gold medalist figure skater Sarah Hughes, a native of Great Neck who had initially expressed an interest in running for the Congressional seat, announced in September that she decided to bow out, citing a frustration with politics. Gillen and Thomas are currently the front-runners seeking to contend against the incumbent for his seat in Washington. D’Esposito, despite having the support of the Republican majority has had to navigate many unexpected challenges within the GOP during his first year in office, including the removal of former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the expulsion of George Santos. He has also represented the south shore communities of Long Island against plans for an offshore windfarm project, the implementation of congestion pricing, and efforts to repeal the $10,000 State and Local Tax Deduction cap.

MSSN earns rating in maternity care Mount Sinai South Nassau has Nassau and Suffolk counties to be earned the “High Performing” rating in awarded this prestigious recognition. maternity care for the second consecu- Our maternity team is dedicated to our tive year, according to the 2024 U.S. News patients and to the communities we & World Report’s “Best Hospitals for serve.” A record-breaking 680 hospitals Maternity Care.” The Oceanside hospinationwide, offering labor tal is the nearest hospital and delivery services, subfor Freeport residents. mitted detailed data for conThe recognition highsideration in the ratings. lights the hospital’s commitThe U.S. News methodology ment to excellence in varirelies on objective measures ous aspects of maternity such as C-section rates, newcare, including a reduced bor n complication rates, C-section delivery rate, low exclusive breastfeeding rates of early elective delivrates, early elective delivery ery, and decreased risks for rates, and vaginal birth unexpected newborn com- DR. ADhI ShARmA after C-section rates. plications. President, “The rating is a direct In addition to achieving Mount Sinai result of our team’s committhe highest rating, Mount ment to meeting the needs Sinai South Nassau stands South Nassau of mothers who decide to out for its dedication to routine birthing-friendly practices, trans- deliver at Mount Sinai South Nassau,” parency on racial/ethnic disparities, said Alan Garely, MD, Chair of Obstetand a high rate of exclusive infant rics and Gynecology. “Through teamwork and collaboration, each mother breastfeeding. “This latest U.S. News rating con- and newborn receive the compassionate firms what Mount Sinai South Nassau care and services that they deserve from mothers and their families already the very beginning to the day they are know: Mount Sinai South Nassau pro- discharged home, I am extraordinarily vides the safest and most advanced high- proud of our team.” Beyond the U.S. News rating, Mount quality maternity care on the South Shore,” said Mount Sinai South Nas- Sinai South Nassau is recognized as a sau’s President, Dr. Adhi Sharma. “We “Baby Friendly” hospital by the World are delighted to be the only hospital in Health Organization and holds a spot

ur maternity team is dedicated to our patients.

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Mount Sinai South Nassau has earned the “High Performing” rating in maternity care for the second consecutive year. among the “Best Regional Hospitals” in the New York metro area. In the 2023-24 “Best Hospitals” list, the hospital received nine “High Performing” badges across various specialties. In 2023, Mount Sinai South Nassau welcomed over 2,008 newborns through the Women’s and Children’s Services’ Mother-Baby Unit. The unit has private

rooms with hotel-like accommodations, spacious labor and delivery rooms, and a Level Two Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with six beds for specialized care. The hospital is committed to providing care and ensuring a positive experience for all families. –Angelina Zingariello

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Freeport was hit hard by the Jan. 9 rainstorm and then again over the past weekend. Village Mayor Robert Kennedy put out a statement before the Jan. 13 flooding. “Relying upon data and predictions from the National Weather Service, robocalls were made to zones 1 and 2 located South of Atlantic Avenue warning residents of flooding and high winds. Unfortunately, the winds came out of the south and trapped the tide, not allowing it to recede for the next high tide. Freeport Fire, Police, Electric and DPW (department of Public Works)

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were on duty and at the ready to protect our residents and responded to various calls for assistance.” As an additional response the mayor set up an undercarriage wash at Bayview Hose Company Three at Ray and Branch avenues for all residents and businesses to clean their vehicles of salt water. The mayor added that “the Village continues to work with the Army Corps of Engineers and Senator Schumer to place surge barrier gates to make sure events like this do not happen in the future.” –Mohammad Rafiq

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How to sign up for legislative emails Following the census conducted every 10 years, changes have been made to Nassau County Legislative District boundaries, effective Jan. 1. If receiving emails from a district legislator, check the listed district number and update email subscriptions, if needed, in order to continue receiving bulletins from the legislator. This can be done via the following steps: To look up a district, enter a home address on the following Nassau County website page NassauCountyNY.gov. The district information will be found on the “My Nassau Info” tab of the page returned, in the “County” section. With this information, subscriptions

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Freeport residents (re-)tie the knot On December 6, 2023, Kate Murray, the Town Clerk of Hempstead, presided over the vow renewal ceremony for Santo and Rosemarie Quesada, Freeport residents celebrating 38 years of marriage.

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MaYa MOThErwaY East Rockaway Sophomore Basketball ALREADY IN HER third season on the varsity court, Motherway returned as the starting point guard for the Rocks and picked up where she left off when she averaged 13.6 points per game and earned All-County honors. She’s averaging 12.5 ppg so far this winter, including 25 against South Side Dec. 16, and is a major reason East Rockaway stands at 8-4 and seeks to contend for a county title. She also plays AAU travel ball with the Nassau Pride.

GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Jan. 18 Girls Basketball: Sewanhaka at Carey..................4:30 p.m. Boys Basketball: East Meadow at Long Beach ......... 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: Roslyn at Elmont ............................ 5 p.m. Gymnastics: North Shore at Wantagh ..................5:30 p.m. Boys Basketball: Kennedy at Hewlett ........................ 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Long Beach at East Meadow .......... 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Roosevelt at South Side ................. 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Hewlett at Kennedy ........................ 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 19 Boys Basketball: Carey at Sewanhaka .................4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Floral Park at Lynbrook ..............4:45 p.m. Boys Basketball: V.S. South at V.S. North................... 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Lynbrook at Floral Park................... 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Island Trees at Lawrence ................ 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: North Shore at Seaford .................. 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Wantagh at East Rockaway............. 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 20 Girls Basketball: Roosevelt at Lawrence..................10 a.m. Boys Basketball: Oceanside at Freeport .................10 a.m. Boys Basketball: Hicksville at Uniondale.................10 a.m. Girls Basketball: Freeport at Farmingdale ...............10 a.m. Girls Basketball: New Hyde Park at Calhoun ...........12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Plainview at Baldwin ...................... 4 p.m.

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With a pair of eighth-graders among its starting five, Uniondale boys’ basketball head coach Jaaz Styles expected some growing pains from the Knights and he’s hopeful Tuesday night’s 52-41 victory at Freeport ignites another upswing. Senior Dameek Horton led all scorers with 16 points and senior Zahni Duncan added 12 points and 10 rebounds as Uniondale won for the second time in three games and returned to the positive side of .500 (7-6) while improving to 4-3 in Nassau Conference AAA-2. The Red Devils, meanwhile, lost for the sixth time in seven conference tries but still own more victories (5-8 overall) than their previous three seasons combined. “Our defense picked up after the first quarter and we scored a bunch in transition,” Styles said. “It’s another step towards the playoffs and we’re looking to get in and see what happens.” Freeport was led offensively by senior Elijah Darby’s 15 points and senior Jevon Saul’s 8 points and 8 rebounds. “We’re trying to connect the dots,” Freeport first-year head coach Daryl Johnson said. “We’re a different team that we were a few weeks ago and we’ve been focusing on defense. We’re allowing just 51 points compared to 64 last season.” The Red Devils, who had 26 turnovers, were without senior and leading scorer Jaylen Jean-Louis (9.6 points per game) and Johnson is hoping the absence is only temporary. The recent additions of the 6-foot-7 Darby and junior guard Juilmi Perez have provided a much-needed dose of experience. Darby, who averaged 13 points per game last season, returned to the district after transferring to St. Francis Prep. In just his second game back, he exploded for 32 points on 11 of 14 shooting from the floor to lead a victory over Hicksville. “He gives us a post presence and he also likes to shoot threes,” Johnson said. Perez, who also played for the Red Devils last season, was asked to provide a spark off the bench before getting his first start Tuesday night in place of Jean-Lou-

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Recent addition Elijah Darby, left, scored 15 points for the Red Devils in Tuesday night’s 52-41 defeat to visiting Uniondale. is. “He’s very athletic and can score by driving to the basket or shooting from outside,” Johnson said of Perez. Saul is one of Freeport’s go-to’s on the offensive end and also its leading rebounder. Junior Jayden Gordon is running the show from the point and has a strong command of the system, Johnson said. Both Saul and Gordon are averaging 7 points per game. One of Uniondale’s young talents, Morell Toney, is sharing point guard duties with Duncan. “Morell has a high basketball IQ and is a pass-first player who gets everyone involved,” Styles said.

Horton, who was held to 7 points in the Knights’ 39-33 win over Freeport in the first meeting Dec. 11, was his usual self in the rematch and is averaging 14 points per game. His season high of 22 came in a close defeat to Massapequa Jan. 5. “Every opponent is keying on him, but he eventually gets his points,” Styles said. Senior Joshua Ber nard added 8 rebounds and 4 blocks for the Knights, who can move closer to clinching a playoff spot with a win Saturday against struggling Hicksville tipping off at noon. Freeport will try to avenge a loss to Oceanside at the same time.

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on the emergency food network to help sustain their basic food needs.” Rosati added that the food the pantry purchases not only fulfills the nutritional need of needy residents, but also offers them a wide range of choices. “And that’s really beautiful to see,” she said, “that people trust us, and they come to us … and when they come to get food, they get to select the items that they want, based on nutritional guidelines. And that’s wonderful, because they have more dignity and choice.” The grant demonstrates the Long Island Community Foundation’s belief in Long Island Cares’ ability to make a mean- Long island Cares Center for Collaborative ingful impact on the widening assistance in freeport located at 21 e Sunrise Hwy problem of hunger and food provided nearly 587,000 meals in 2023 insecurity. “A certain portion of that money is to help supAnd that’s truly not the case. The majorport salary for a staff,” Rosati explained. ity of the food that a food bank distrib“The second bigger piece is food. A lot utes is purchased.” Asked about the increasing need for of the money that we secure for our programs is earmarked (for) food. And food, Rosati confirmed that it is an issue across Long Island. “And Freeport demthat’s, you know, a big misconception of food banking. Most people, when they onstrates that for us,” she said, referthink of a food bank or food pantry or ring to the Long Island Cares food pansoup kitchen, they think it’s stale bread try. “Freeport gets three food deliveries and, you know, expired donated food. in a five-day workweek in order to keep

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manager, and Damian Becker, MSSN’s Austin said. “We decided to involve the manager of public relations, chose firststudents because the students are the and second-place submissions for each future. And if we don’t teach them now, grade. The winners were Radcliffe Francis how will they know to understand and (grade five), Anthony Zavala (grade six), have an appreciation for his message?” This year, students from De La Salle Brandon Zelaya (grade seven) and Dylan submitted nearly 50 works of art, reflect- Garcia (grade eight). The second-place finishers were Hugo Melgar, ing their interpretations of Ethan Reyes, Daniel Amaya King’s message of hope, love, and Eddy Perez. equality and peace. The subVitali expressed her hope missions encompassed a that through the contest, range of styles, from por“The kids take away that it’s traits to abstract art. not just a holiday where you The celebration opened get the day off from school. I with a prayer by the Rev. think them doing a project James E. Steward, the hospiand using the theme that we tal’s director of spiritual chose for this year really has care, which was followed by a them reflect on Dr. Martin song by a rendition of AlexLuther King, and makes them andra Burke’s version of understand the messages that “Hallelujah,” by MSSN staff he had for this country, and members Stephanie Bradley Amber VitAli all the work that he’s done.” and Allison Moloney, and a The committee believes rendition on the flute of the Nurse Manager that instilling these values in theme song for Beauty & the MSSN children while they’re young Beast by Julissa Williams, the daughter of the hospital’s nurse manager fosters a sense of community and a commitment to promoting equality and love. Lisa Williams. Then committee members recited the The celebration, showcasing students’ poem “The Hill We Climb,” by Amanda creativity and their takes on King’s legaGordon, before awards were presented to cy, serves as a reminder that, despite the students for their art. The 12 judges, their differences, people can come togethwho included committee co-chair Amber er for a common cause and work toward Vitali, a nurse practitioner and nurse creating a better future for all.

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New artist’s work on exhibit at Alcove Raphael Bernadin, a Haitianborn artist, has brought his vibrant non-objective art to the forefront at the Art Alcove in the Freeport Recreation Center. With a lifelong commitment to his craft, Bernadin’s journey began in Haiti and led him to settle in the United States in 1978. Now based in New Jersey, Bernadin’s artistic prowess shines through his acrylic creations. Transitioning from oil to acrylic around 20 years ago, he embraces the spontaneity of brushstrokes in his work. “My paintings focus mainly on color and texture,” the 69-year-

old said. “It’s non-objective work.” A regular participant in outdoor exhibits in Westhampton, Bernadin’s art caught the attention of the Freeport Artists Alcove. His work is currently featured is set to be displayed in the Art Alcove from through February. For Bernadin, art is a form of sharing, and he hopes viewers find happiness and connection with his creations. His work is full of color and aims to stimulate multiple emotions. –Mohammad Rafiq

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Raphael posing in front of his creation, an untitled acrylic.

Raphael Bernadin’s ‘Heritage,’ an acrylic painting on exhibit at the Art Alcove. Raphael Bernadin working on one of his non-objective pieces. Bernadin works mainly with textures and colors in order to evoke feelings in observers. Bernadin is a lifelong painter, and has made a living from his paintings for his entire adult life.

The acrylic painting ‘Fluidity’ by Raphael Bernadin.

‘Diamond Mine,’ an acrylic work by Raphael Bernadin that can seen at the Freeport Recreation Center.

Say ‘bahhh!’ for Hempstead’s Mulchfest

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By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

The Town of Hempstead’s Mulchfest is 4 years strong, and last week, officials gathered at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve to announce this year’s festivities — and who this year’s event would benefit. Mulchfests are events or programs organized in some communities where Christmas trees are collected from residents after the holiday season. Instead of discarding the trees as waste, they are recycled by turning them into mulch. The collected trees are chipped, and the resulting mulch is often used for various purposes, such as landscaping, gardening, or erosion control. The town’s Mulchfest took place at Baldwin Park on Jan. 13 and 14. Town of Hempstead workers took the trees from residents and then processed them to create mulch. Mulchfest is a sustainable way to repurpose Christmas trees and promote environmental conservation by reducing waste and providing a valuable resource for landscaping purposes. Supervisor Don Clavin announced this year’s event alongside Town of Hempstead council members Laura Ryder, Tom Muscarella and Dorothy Goosby and Town Clerk Kate Murray. And for the second year in a row, leftover mulch is given to Levy Park’s most famous residents — a heard of Nigerian

The Levy preserve’s year-round residents include a herd of Nigerian Dwarf goats. Trees are safe for them to eat. Tim Baker/Herald photos

Town of Hempstead officials spoke at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve last week about its annual Mulchfest. At the event, residents can have their Christmas tress turned into mulch. Leftover mulch is given to the goats who live at the preserve. Dwarf goats. Christmas trees, despite all their piney needles, are quite the delicacy for the goats. The original herd of goats was joined by new additions in 2023, as well as some sheep. “We’ve had such rewarding feedback from people — people who have one, either taken their Christmas tree and use it in their yard and repurposing it and doing what’s great from them,” Clavin said. “Or secondly, donating it right down here. These goats are treasured at the Levy preserve. Residents

love to come down and say hi to them every morning.” Clavin said Pat’s Farms, a grocery store in North Merrick on Merrick Avenue, donated excess trees this year, and it did last year. “I want to thank all the residents because we do a lot of fun things in the Town of Hempstead, and this is definitely one,” Clavin added. “This is an opportunity for the residents who want to do something great environmentally, or give back to the community, and see a little

joy — because it’s not just the goats that appreciate it.” If residents want to turn their trees into mulch for the goats, but were unable to attend the event, they can also bring them to Levy Park. During the winter, the park is open to 4:30 p.m. daily and weather permitting. It’s located at 1600 Merrick Road in Merrick. Clavin encouraged residents to make use of the park, and take in all it has to offer. “You’ll see residents down here year round,” he said. “You have beautiful views of the city, beautiful views of the water, and it’s part of the beauty of Long Island and most importantly, you can come visit the goats.”

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Community banking is about more than just money By MICHAEL HINMAN mhinman@liherald.com

So many of us remember when our mother or father walked us to the bank, helping us open up that savings account for the very first time. The teller — more than patient — explaining why she’s taking that $10 bill from you, and where it’s going. Today, however, more people have never stepped inside a bank than those who have, taking advantage of technological conveniences. But that doesn’t mean your neighborhood bank is going away anytime soon. “Looking back, banking was an industry that probably didn’t change for 100 years,” said Marc Perez, president of Bank of America Long Island, and a Herald Top Chief Executive Officer last year. “And then, once digital capabilities and a digital platform became available, it changed pretty quickly over a relatively short period of time.” Perez took over the Long Island portion of Bank of America in 2021, succeeding longtime president Bob Isaksen. Perez had already spent two decades with Bank of America, and was able to experience this massive paradigm shift firsthand. A number of other bank chains have consolidated and even closed branches. Bank of America, however, took a different approach.

“We have what I would call a hightech, high-touch focus,” Perez said. “We’re going to operate our business based upon what our clients tell us they want from us, not necessarily what we want to do going forward.” And that means many prefer to do their typical banking while they’re relaxing on the couch, or in-between tasks while at work. Yet, there are other aspects of banking where that face-to-face still reigns supreme. “If they’re inquiring about a car loan, or a mortgage, or investing for their future, they really still want that high-touch experience,” Perez said. Bank of America still maintains more than 60 financial centers across Long Island, he says, not only keeping money accessible, but providing jobs for communities from employees who, themselves, like giving back. Last year, leading up to the holiday season, 1,200 local employees donated more than 5,500 hours of volunteer service — the equivalent of 229 days. The local branches themselves have also invested nearly $10 million in local nonprofits over the last five years. “I think that, now more than ever, when you want to do business with a company, you want to have shared values,” Perez said. Perez himself remains active as a board member for Long Island Cares, and volunteers for a number of organi-

zations that include Island Harvest, the Interfaith Nutrition Network, Catholic Charities, and United Way of Long Island. The bank has supported Perez by fronting $500,000 to Long Island Cares so it could open a satellite center in Hampton Bays. “It’s more about creating more of a sustainable future for Long Islanders, and focusing on workforce development,” Perez said. Moving that forward from a more corporate perspective is Bank of America’s Neighborhood Builders program. Celebrating 20 years, the philanthropic effort chooses two non-profits, and gives them $200,000 to cover general operating costs. “Most of them use (the funds) for expansion of existing services, to increase their reach, or to develop wraparound services for people that they serve,” Perez said. “We also take both the director and an emerging leader from the organization, and we invite them into a leadership program that provides growth and development training to prepare them for long-term success.” Banks have always been an integral part of any community, and Perez says he’s glad not even technology can change that. “Long Island is a special place,” he said. “The people that work here also live here, play here, raise their families

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ith so much going on in the world and our own lives, many of us feel tense, troubled, worried, and fearful. True, even though many of us live longer, healthier, more prosperous lives. So why all the anxiety? Anxiety is precipitated by what’s expected of us, what we expect from ourselves, how busy we are, how quickly we need to adapt to change, how often we deem ourselves lacking, and how horrific world events are. Few people today take it easy, chill out, relax, have a whatever outlook, or hang loose. What I hear instead is, I’m tense, I’m so busy, I’ve got to get this done, I’ve got no time to relax, I’m exhausted. Anxiety is many people’s constant companion. It can be experienced in various ways. See which of these hit home for you.

Generalized Anxiety — Welcome to the world of everyday worry where any occasion is an opportunity to be apprehensive. Anxious kids worry about not doing well in school. They’re nervous about what their friends think of them and whether they’ll measure up on the playing field. Adults worry about their

kids, careers, health, marriage, money, security, family, and friends. Worry takes up permanent residence in your brain when you’ve got generalized anxiety.

Panic Attacks — Panic is a massive burst of anxiety that creates the sensation that you’re in an emergency, life-threatening situation. With your heart pounding, mind racing, and breathing labored, you may believe you’re having a heart attack. Panic attacks occur spontaneously or are triggered by specific situations, such as crowded stores, public speaking, or parties. If they occur frequently, people restrict themselves to safe places, a condition called agoraphobia.

tumor, your teen’s late and didn’t call so he must have gotten into an accident, your spouse is over-spending and won’t admit it. Even good times, like celebrations, vacations, or holidays, become magnets for worry as you zoom in on whatever could go wrong.

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Anticipatory Anxiety — Anticipating that something bad may happen in the future is something we all do from time to time. If you suffer from anticipatory anxiety, however, worrying about what will happen becomes a way of life. You worry that your headache is a brain

Phobias — Phobias are specific forms of fear, such as fear of flying or being trapped in an elevator. Social phobias are exceptionally debilitating, as they create intense anxiety about being with others. Phobic people do their best to avoid what they fear, leading to a limited, restricted existence.

Obsessions and Compulsions — Obsessions are anxious, intrusive, unwanted thoughts that stick in your mind. To calm down and rid yourself of these thoughts, people develop compulsions, which are must-do, repetitive, rigid actions, such as checking five times whether you turned off the lights, locked the door, or done enough. Compulsive behavior may help people feel

less anxious - but only for the moment. Turning your brain off anxiety autopilot is hard to do. If your anxiety is mild, you may loosen up by calming talking to yourself, saying “I’ll be okay; I don’t need to be perfect; I can turn to my friends for help.” Instead of thinking, it helps to take deep breaths, do yoga, meditate, listen to music, and do less, not more. If your anxiety is moderate or severe, you may need to learn additional skills in psychotherapy and/or take medication. Many anxious people feel guilty about doing either of these, believing that it’s a sign of weakness or failure. The opposite is typically true. Only when you have the courage to seek treatment will you be able to make the necessary changes to live a relaxed, happy, and enjoyable life. ©2024 Linda Sapadin, Ph.D. is a psychologist, life coach and author who specializes in helping people overcome self-defeating patterns of behavior. You can reach her at DrSapadin@aol.com or 516 791-2780. For additional articles, visit her website at www.PsychWisdom.com.

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Country Stew

Potato Lasagna

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in the kitchen Bring out those chef skills on a wintry weekend

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These winter days, as the wind howls around us, are a reminder that home is sometimes the best place to be. So settle in for some comfy nesting, and find inspiration in the kitchen. Then gather everyone ‘round for conversation and a great meal. Keep warm with hearty dishes that satisfy appetites and comfort food cravings. By using natural ingredients and relying on veggies and lean proteins, you can create many tempting meals that are tasty and healthful. The potato, for example, can be used as a starting point for something creative. From russets to reds, fingerlings to purples, the hearty potato comes in many beautiful varieties that add color and texture to beloved comfort dishes. Try these recipes for inspiration.

Country Stew

• 5 pounds bone-in short ribs, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour • 1/4 cup vegetable oil • 2 cups water • 1 1/3 cups Zinfandel wine • 1 medium onion, chopped • 1 clove garlic, minced • 2 teaspoons salt • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 2 beef bouillon cubes • 6 large potatoes, washed, peeled and quartered • 1/2 pound small fresh mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen whole green beans • 1 can (16 ounces) peeled whole tomatoes, undrained Dredge ribs in flour to coat; reserve leftover flour. Heat oil in 8-quart Dutch oven on moderate heat. Add half of ribs and brown on all sides. Once browned, remove ribs. Repeat instructions for remaining ribs. Stir in the reserved flour. While stirring, add 1 cup water and wine and stir until thickened. Return ribs to the pan. Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper and bouillon and bring to a boil. Cover and lower heat to simmer for 1 hour, or until ribs are tender. Remove ribs with slotted spoon and cover with foil to keep warm. Add potatoes, mushrooms and beans. Simmer 20 to 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Add ribs and tomatoes with liquid, and heat through. Use slotted spoon to remove meat and vegetables to large serving platter. Remove gravy to serving container and serve with ribs. Yield: 6 servings.

Potato Lasagna

• 2 links Italian turkey sausage (3 1/2 ounces each) • 1 1/2 cups chopped onion

• 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese • 1 teaspoon dried basil or Italian seasoning • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder • 1 egg white • 2 cups marinara sauce, divided • 1 1/4 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced, divided • 1 cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese, divided Remove sausage from casing and crumble into medium skillet with onion. Cook for 10 minutes or until both are browned, breaking up sausage with back of spoon. Stir together ricotta, basil, garlic powder and egg white in small bowl. Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce in bottom of 9-inch square baking dish. Place 1/3 of the potatoes in the bottom of the dish, forming solid layer with no gaps. Drop 1/2 ricotta mixture in spoonfuls over top and spread out just a little. Sprinkle with 1/3 of mozzarella and 1/2 sausage mixture. Add 1/2 cup more sauce then repeat potato, cheese and meat layers. Top with last layer of potatoes, remaining sauce and mozzarella. Cover with plastic wrap and make small slit to vent. Microwave on high for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Yield: 4 servings.

Turkey Green Bean Chili with Cheesy Corn Fritters

• 1 pound ground turkey breast • 1 cup chopped onion • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 (14.5 oz. each) cans Chili Style Diced Tomatoes, undrained • 1 cup water • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin • Cut green beans Corn Fritters • 1 (8.5 oz.) package corn muffin mix • 1 large egg, beaten • 2/3 cup milk • 1 cup whole kernel corn, canned or frozen • 1/3 cup shredded pepper jack cheese • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil Cook turkey, onion, bell pepper and garlic over medium heat in a large pot for 8 to 10 minutes or until meat is brown and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in tomatoes, water and cumin. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in green beans. Serve with Cheesy Corn Fritters. For corn fritters, combine muffin mix, egg, milk, corn and cheese in a large bowl. Heat oil in a very large skillet over medium heat. For each fritter, pour about 3 tablespoons of batter into hot skillet. Cook 4 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Keep cooked fritters warm in a 200 F oven while cooking the remaining batches.

One of those rare talents who translates easily from the stage to television and the big screen, Tom Papa is now doing his ‘thing’ on his ‘Good Stuff’ tour. With more than 20 years on the stand-up circuit, Papa is clearly one of the top comedic voices around. 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, among other endeavours. 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 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. Saturday, Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m. $59.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

Puppy Pals Live Madison Theatre goes to the dogs with Puppy Pals Live. From shelters to showbiz, the canine cast of mostly rescue dogs will have everyone smiling at their hilarious antics. As seen on NBC’s ‘America’s Got Talent,’ Puppy Pals is an over-the-top tale of what can happen when humans and animals come together in kindness, comedy, compassion and cooperation. These pooches, guided by their human handlers, perform challenging and comical tricks as they show everyone who’s really the boss. Full of surprises and laugh-out-loud canine comedy, all ages will enjoy seeing the fur fly. Watch these ‘performers’ do amazing tricks and athletic feats, big air stunts, backflips, climbing a ladder, jumping rope, even dance and comedy antics. The audience also has an opportunity to get involved, and maybe even step up on the stage jump in the action with man’s best friend. It’s a howling good time for all. Sunday, Jan. 21, 3 p.m. $15$30. Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. (516) 323-4444 or MadisonTheatreNY.org.

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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra The renowned Royal Philharmonic Orchestra visits Long Island on its 2024 tour, with soloist Isata Kanneh-Mason. The orchestra’s new music director Vasily Petrenko conducts, on the Tilles Center stage, Friday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m. As a respected cultural ambassador, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra enjoys a busy schedule of international touring, performing in the world’s great concert halls and prestigious international festivals. They are recognized as being the UK’s most in-demand orchestra and count passion, versatility and uncompromising artistic standards as hallmarks and are celebrated as one the world’s most open-minded, forward-thinking and accessible symphony orchestras. In great demand internationally as a soloist and chamber musician, Kanneh-Mason was an ECHO Rising Star in 2021-2022, performing in many of Europe’s finest halls and is also the recipient of the coveted Leonard Bernstein Award and an Opus Klassik award for best young artist. Her debut album on Decca Classics, “Romance — the Piano Music of Clara Schumann,” drew popular and critical acclaim, entering the UK classical charts at No. 1. The program includes Debussy’s “Danse, L. 69” (orch. Ravel), Prokofiev’s “Piano Concerto No. 3” and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade.” Tickets are start at$45; available at TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-3100. LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

See some winter birds with the South Shore Audubon Society. All are welcome to join members for another in its series of bird walks, at Mill Pond Park, in Wantagh, Sunday, Jan. 21, starting at 9 a.m. The park is on the north side of Merrick Road, 4 blocks west of Wantagh State Parkway. Walk leaders, other birders and nature enthusiasts are happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. Bring binoculars. The group will meet at the gazebo. To register, text your name and contact information to (516) 4679498. No walk if rain or snow. Text regarding questionable weather. For more information, visit SSAudubon. org.

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.

Free haircuts available Afternoon of laughs Haircuts are provided by student barbers-in-training 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) 4346991 Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to schedule appointments for your group.

Plaza Theatrical hosts a new edition of the 50+ Comedy Tour, Sunday, Jan. 21, 2:30 p.m. Enjoy hilarious laughter and outrageous fun featuring some of the best comedians working today with one thing in common — they’re all over age 50. Chase away winter blues with sidesplitting comedy from a lineup of top comedians on the stand-up circuit, at Plaza’s stage at the Elmont Library Theatre. 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $30, $25 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.

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Book Fairies Book Fair

Are your kids uncertain about choices in movies, books, and more? Freeport Memorial Library can help, Friday, Jan. 19, 4-4:45 p.m. Bring your children in grades 1-4 to a program in which they will personalize a jar to collect titles of books you wish to read, shows you want to watch, and more. The jar will be your new decisionmaking assistant! Registration required. 144 W. Merrick Road. For more information, reach the library at (516)-379-3274 or visit FreeportLibrary.info.

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Book Fairies holds its monthly book fair, Sunday, Jan. 21, starting at 10 a.m. Book Fairies’ book Fairs are dedicated to supporting schools and organizations in under-resourced areas across Long Island and New York City. This initiative aims to provide access to gently used, highinterest, and age-appropriate books, fostering literacy programming in communities that need it the most. $10 admssion; pick an unlimited amount of books, so bring suitcases and bags. Attendees should note that the event will be held in the back of the building at 70 N. Main St. For more information, call (516) 557-6645

Breastfeeding Support Group Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 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.

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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 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

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

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 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 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 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 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 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

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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 PUBLIC MEETING The Freeport Housing Authority will be holding a Public Meeting on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 5:00PM, at 100 North Main Street, Community Center, Freeport, NY 11520. 144366 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU. PLANET HOME LENDING LLC, Plaintiff -againstBARRY GREEN-HUNT, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated December 4, 2023 and entered on December 6, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on February 22, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Village of Freeport, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of Smith Street with the easterly side of Washington Street (aka Third Place); being a plot 60 feet by 80 feet by 60 feet by 80 feet. Section: 54 Block: 206 and Lot: 206 Said premises known as 185 WASHINGTON STREET, FREEPORT, NY 11520 Approximate amount of lien $521,156.88 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 608340/2022. RALPH MADALENA, ESQ., Referee Kosterich & Skeete, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 707 Westchester Ave, Suite 302, White Plains, NY 10604 {* FREEPORT LEADER*} 144274

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff against CYNTHIA RICHARDSON, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 6, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 196 East Seaman Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. Sec 55 Block 382 Lot 62. All that lot, or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $201,748.70 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 003636/2015. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee File # CHJNY474 144351 LEGAL NOTICE SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF OBJECT OF ACTION STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU ACTION TO FORECLOSE A TAX LIEN INDEX NO.: 615000/2021, CHRISTIANA TRUST AS CUSTODIAN FOR GSRANZ LLC, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES OF ESTHER HENDRICKS AND ALL PERSONS THAT MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN THE COMPLAINT BY, THROUGH OR UNDER

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ANY OF THE FOREGOING (THE AFORESAID UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES BEING ALL SUCH HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY NAMED AS A DEFENDANT HEREINTHE IDENTITY AND ADDRESSES OF ALL THE FOREGOING NOT BEING KNOWN TO PLAINTIFF), Defendants. PREMISES SUBJECT TO TAX LIEN: 84 Wallace St., Freeport, NY 11520, Section 55, Block 269, Lot 5. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve notice of appearance, on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exc1usive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property. 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 tax lien holder 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 tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: January 5, 2024. Michael Ehrenreich, Attorney for Plaintiff, 555 Willow Ave., Cedarhurst, NY, (516) 942-4216. The foregoing 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 December 19, 2023. Such order and the Complaint in this action are filed in the office of the Nassau County Clerk, in Mineola, NY. The object of this action is to foreclose a tax lien on the premises identified above. 144240

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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

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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 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 Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com

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hile I truly appreciated every moment of my 28 years in Congress, I’ve found that a real benefit of being retired is that I have more time to think about where I’ve been and how I got there. Don’t get me wrong. I’m still keeping myself busy in a number of areas, including writing for the Heralds. But there’s no longer the constant rush to be somewhere or get something done. It took me at least a month or so to realize that when I woke up in the morning, I could go back to sleep if I wanted pETER to. I didn’t have to catch a plane to KinG Washington or be in my district office in Massapequa Park for an earlymorning constituent meeting. Some friends suggested early on that I write about my experiences in Congress and what I witnessed — the historic, the exhilarating and the tragic. I gave it some thought, but decided to let my brain settle for a while before trying to make sense of what I had seen and whom I had met. But the more I thought

about it, the more I realized that in order to understand where I had been, I had to look back on how I got there, and how those earlier experiences influenced how I approached and dealt with the challenges I faced and the people I encountered. Mine is no rags-toriches tale. But it was an improbable journey that took me from the blue-collar, working-class neighborhoods of Sunnyside and St. Albans, Queens, to the halls of Congress and Oval Office meetings at the White House. From loading freight cars at the Railway Express Terminal on Manhattan’s West Side to flying on Air Force One with three presidents. From grammar school classrooms crammed with 70 kids to Notre Dame Law School. I went from working in a law firm on Vesey Street, in Lower Manhattan, across the street from where the World Trade Center twin towers were being built, to being at ground zero with President Bush days after the Sept. 11 attacks, as those still-smoldering towers lay in ruins, a burial site for almost 3,000 innocent people. From traversing the minefields of Nassau County and

New York politics to dealing with world statesmen and dictators. From listening to my Irish immigrant grandmother describe the Irish struggle against British rule, in which her brother was imprisoned, to working with President Bill Clinton and British Prime Minister Tony Blair on the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, which brought that 800-year struggle to an end. From being an altar boy in Queens to leading the American congressional delegation to the installation of Pope Benedict in Vatican City. Early last year, I decided it was time to start writing. Attempting to describe the improbability of this journey that took me so far from where I began, and was neither planned nor predetermined, prompted me to title my proposed memoir “The Road to God Knows Where,” from the Irish rebel song “On the One Road.” Now I’m about 60,000 words into it. Ironically, considering Israel’s current war for survival, the chapter I’m just completing focuses on being in Jerusalem as part of a congressional delegation in August 1993, when Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin informed us that Isra-

’m 60,000 words into a biography with no ending in sight, but an appropriate title.

el had reached a historic agreement with Yasir Arafat and the Palestine Liberation Organization, which led weeks later to Rabin’s famous handshake with Arafat on the White House lawn, orchestrated by Clinton, creating the mood and belief that peace was inevitable. Unfortunately, of course, the chapter will conclude with Rabin’s tragic assassination just two years later. As I write more, the easier the words seem to flow. To make real progress, though, I’ll have to block out time for concentrated writing instead of just writing spasmodically when time allows. I also want to make sure that I do justice not only to the events I’ve lived through and witnessed, but, more important, the people who have been such an important part of my journey. Not just the world leaders, but also those close to me. My mother, father, brother and sister. My wife, Rosemary, our son, Sean, our daughter, Erin, and our two grandchildren. Also, the close friends who urged me to write and continue to encourage me. As to where this will lead? Only God knows where. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

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n this world, when you are presented with an opportunity to advance in some field, you often only get one chance. But when it comes to politics and you’re the governor of New York, you get four chances to succeed at the job. Last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul got her second chance to present her blueprint for the future, and she succeeded in winning over many of the state’s skeptics. At the outset of her State of the State address, Hochul made it clear to the 212 members of the Legislature that all of the federal JERRY Covid money had been spent, and if KREMER they had any plans to spend billions more of it, the cupboard was bare. Despite her warnings, there is no doubt that she will be bombarded by the Legislature with multiple requests for money that the state doesn’t have. Hochul made numerous proposals, but I’ll try to single out a few that are worth discussing. Currently, there is a

great deal of discussion about the pros and cons of artificial intelligence, but few organizations are doing in-depth research into its best uses. The governor has proposed a first-in-the-nation $275 million consortium that aims to leverage public and private-sector research into this very complex subject. Over the years, New York state has spent billions on economic development, but there have been few major success stories for any governor to brag about. Thanks to a Biden administration program, the state is getting a $5 billion grant that will be used for a major chip manufacturing plant in central New York, which will provide 10,000 jobs, and possibly more. The state will help advance that program, which may attract other job opportunities. One of the governor’s priorities that ran into heated opposition last year was her housing program. She had suggested that local zoning be overridden, and that thousands of units of new housing be built without community input. The proposal drew heated opposition from elected officials, and Hochul wisely

dropped the suburban portion of the plan. This time around, she focused on incentives for New York City housing, which is more likely to generate support. This past year, there was a lot of discussion of the issue of New Yorkers leaving the state for other places to live. There’s no doubt that high taxes have driven quite a few people to Florida and Texas, which have no income tax. But Hochul discussed a new state survey that shows that many New Yorkers are moving to Connecticut and New Jersey as well, where they can find affordable housing. That applies especially to places like Long Island, where many young people can’t afford to live. It’s no secret that New York, like many other states, has failed to provide enough support services for people with emotional issues. This is especially true for our young people who suffer from problems created by social media. The governor announced a number of programs that will offer more services for troubled adults and high school students. Many of the crimes we read

he governor used her State of the State address to detail the future as she sees it.

about involve people released from state or city institutions with no after-care. This headache goes back as far the early 1980s, and at least for now, there is a promise for more state action. In her address, Hochul took the opportunity to boast about the large amount of funding that has been devoted to the suburbs. Topping the list is last year’s $2 billion in education aid, which helped keep school taxes from rising in many districts. She also reminded her audience about the millions being spent on such roadways as the Long Island Expressway and others that have been repaved. All in all, Hochul did a great job in her second opportunity to meet the Albany establishment since she was elected in her own right. There is no doubt that the road ahead will be bumpy, because the Legislature has its own priorities. But the State of the State was her chance to shine, and she succeeded in enhancing her standing with taxpayers. Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.

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he political debate. It’s a chance to see and hear from those who wish to represent us in government. But for the candidates seeking office, only they can truly appreciate the stress and pressure that comes with it. There have been some extraordinary debate moments. “I want you to know I will not make age an issue of this campaign,” President Ronald Reagan, who was 73 at the time, said in his 1984 debate with the younger Walter Mondale. “I am not going to exploit, for political purposes, my opponent’s youth and inexperience.” Then there was U.S. Sen. Lloyd Bentsen, running to become vice president in 1988, responding to his upper chamber colleague Dan Quayle, who had compared himself to John F. Kennedy. “I served with Jack Kennedy,” Bentsen told George H.W. Bush’s running mate. “I knew Jack Kennedy. Jack Kennedy was a friend of mine. Senator, you’re no Jack Kennedy.” Good or bad, memorable or forgotten, political debates are a vital thread knitting our democratic landscape together.

They help voters get to know candidates and what they stand for. Debates force them to be held accountable for statements or positions they have taken. And they allow us to assess the candidates’ character, completely unfiltered. Most of all, debates show that we, as Americans, can disagree with one another, but do so in a civil way that leads to solutions rather than conflict. These forums are the very essence of listening to all sides of an issue, hearing how people stand, and then coming to our own conclusions — as well as deciding on the person we want to represent us in voicing our beliefs. In just a few weeks — on Feb. 13 — voters across the North Shore of Long Island and parts of Queens will elect a new member of Congress to replace disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos. The vote will cap a special election race between the former Democratic holder of Santos’ seat, Tom Suozzi, and Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip. Suozzi is pushing for more debates, according to published reports. Pilip, however, fewer. At this point, there is just one debate scheduled between the two, and it hap-

pens mere days before actual Election Day. That means the thousands of people who chose to vote early will not have a chance to hear the two candidates debate the issues. Debates have perhaps never been more vital than in this race, just 15 months after voters elected Santos, a man they later discovered they knew nothing about. It is crucial that voters get to know Suozzi and Pilip, what their positions are and how they would represent their constituents. There’s no such thing as too many debates, at least not in this race. It’s great that both Suozzi and Pilip have been accessible to the media — both, for example, have agreed to individually sit down with the Herald to take questions from our reporters — but nothing compares to being on stage and taking your case straight to the people whose votes you want. We can’t have another George Santos situation. We urge Suozzi and Pilip to debate. Be civil. Share ideas. Disagree. And give all of us everything we need to make the most informed decision we can on Feb. 13.

buried — was illegal. In that brief but impactful speech, Suozzi eviscerated the U.N. resolution’s wrongful notion that Jewish life in the eternal Jewish homeland was an obstacle to peace. Rather, as Tom stated that day, the obstacle to peace was “anti-Israel terrorism.”

The fact that he chose to stand up for Israel on Day One of his congressional career is a testament to his genuine and heartfelt commitment. Of all the issues on which he campaigned; of all the issues that he and his supporters cared about; of all the governmental and political forces and pressures pushing

Letters Tom Suozzi, American Jewry and Israel — the right man at the right time To the Editor: American Jewry and Israel, America’s closest ally, need friends and fierce advocates in Congress, especially now. Tom Suozzi is the right person at the right time. Tom’s demonstrated commitment to supporting Israel, his deep understanding of government and the U.S.-Israel relationship, and his fearlessness in defending the Jewish state — including against antisemites in his own party — is exactly what we need right now. All these essential characteristics were evident in Suozzi’s very first speech on the floor of Congress, seven years ago, on Jan. 5, 2017. The then newly elected congressman condemned the recently passed United Nations Resolution 2334, which declared that all of Israel’s presence outside its pre-1967 borders was illegal, that Jewish control of the Kotel was illegal, that Jewish sovereignty in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City was illegal, and that Jewish jurisdiction over holy sites such as the Cave of Machpelah, in Hebron — where tradition holds that Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Sarah, Rebekah and Leah are

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orative problem-solving to address the needs of those involved. Social-Emotional Learning and Restorative Practices share common objectives — fostering positive relationships, creating supportive environments, and promoting emotional well-being. Both approaches prioritize building a sense of community and addressing conflicts constructively. Our varied professional learning opportunities have brought our staff together, creating discussion and analysis of how Social-Emotional Learning and Restorative Practices can synergize. These sessions have empowered our educators to teach and inspire, fostering empathetic and respectful learning communities, and have enabled our staff to construct personal visions for the school year, applying what they have learned. Our educators have immersed themselves in the fundamental principles of Restorative Practices, understanding how it impacts academic achievement, student behavior, and a school’s overall culture and climate. Learning sessions have provided an opportunity to connect Restorative Practices with the district’s vision of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and showcased the significance of integration. By merging Restorative Practices with DEI principles, our district is taking significant strides toward creating an environment that values collaboration, equity and the well-being of all community members. The commitment to this approach

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Letters and pulling him to make a statement about this or that, Suozzi devoted his first speech in that hallowed chamber to defending the safety and security of the Jewish state. He did so despite the fact that it was a prior Democratic administration that declined to veto the U.N. resolution, thus letting it reach the Security Council for a vote in the first place. This tells us that Tom will not back down, will not relent, and will not look the other way when Israel is unjustly singled out, maligned and attacked. Tom marshaled the evidence, and deployed his understanding of government and the U.S.-Israel relationship, to clearly demonstrate that he took the job seriously and would continue to deliver. We need a representative in Congress who believes in the fundamental right of the Jewish people to self-determination and security, and who has proven that he will show up prepared and able to work every lever of government to get results. Tom has

aligns seamlessly with our broader goals of fostering a positive and inclusive educational experience. Our Freeport educators in grades five through 12 have participated in community-building circles and have learned the basics of circle facilitation — foundational skills to Restorative Practices. These circle processes are not confined to them; the strategies demonstrated in these sessions are applicable to staff meetings, family engagement and all other gatherings of Freeport community members. Research strongly suggests that teachers who regularly facilitate circles are perceived as more respectful by students, with fewer behavioral referrals and increased student engagement. The commitment to these practices can be seen in our educators at Caroline G. Atkinson School, J.W. Dodd Middle School and Freeport High School, who have volunteered to continue this work through our embedded coaching model. Their primary focus is to build the capacity to facilitate Restorative Circles in their classrooms. Participants in this coaching model are taught to facilitate circles with fidelity, manage behaviors during circles, employ trauma-informed circles, and use circles to address problems in the class while promoting Social-Emotional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness. These teachers will, in turn, become teacher leaders, training other staff members and fostering a community of educators committed to the

principles of Restorative Practices. Students from Freeport High and J.W. Dodd Middle School have volunteered to participate in student-led Restorative Circle training. These structured discussions, facilitated by students, are designed to promote communication skills, enhance Social-Emotional Learning, foster community, create a sense of belonging and develop leadership skills. Student-led Restorative Circles provide a structured approach to addressing conflicts among students, encouraging accountability, creating a safe space for dialogue and nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. Understanding the importance of consistency and sustainability, the team has examined how to embed these solutions into each school’s systems and policies. Effective communication is at the heart of Restorative Practices, and administrators have incorporated active listening, open-ended questioning and dialogue facilitation into their skill sets. These skills enhance the ability to address conflicts, build a positive school climate, and foster a sense of belonging and inclusion for everyone. Freeport Public Schools aren’t just an institution of learning; they are a community committed to the holistic development of every individual. Our journey toward creating a culture of inclusivity isn’t a mere initiative; it is a commitment woven into our educational philosophy. We want every student, educator and stakeholder to thrive and become an integral part of a community that celebrates diversity, promotes equity and values the well-being of all. Kishore Kuncham is the superintendent of Freeport Public Schools.

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the knowledge of how government works, the relationships on both sides of the aisle, and the understanding of our issues to get the job done. He has continued to be one of Israel and American Jewry’s fiercest advocates, fighting for unconditional aid for Iron Dome and David’s Sling, condemning antisemitic comments by Democratic colleagues like Ilhan Omar, passing bipartisan legislation to sanction the terrorist use of human shields, and even traveling to Israel as recently as December to support Israel and Jews throughout the world during this difficult time. Governing is hard. For American Jewry and America’s closest ally, Israel, Tom Suozzi is the right person at the right time, for the right place. That place is the United States Congress. RORy LANCMAN Great Neck Rory Lancman is a former member of the Assembly and the New York City Council.

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