Freeport Herald 06-20-2024

New village facility honored at Smart Growth Awards

By MoHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com

Bishop Ronald H. Carter Manor, a planned senior-living facility in Freeport named for the longtime leader of the Refuge Apostolic Church of Christ, was among the honorees at the 23rd annual Long Island Smart Growth Awards, hosted by Vision Long Island, at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury last Friday.

Vision Long Island is a nonprofit focused on promoting “best practices of community design together with experts, stakeholders, and decision makers to advance quality growth and preservation on Long Island,” its Facebook states.

The event attracted 650 business, civic and government leaders to a celebration of forward-thinking community projects that

emphasize local planning, downtown revitalization, affordable housing, infrastructure development and walkability. Bishop Ronald H. Carter Manor was recognized for its innovative plan for affordable housing.

The idea for the facility, the late bishop’s daughter, Tanya Carter, told the gathering, “emerged maybe 50 years ago. My father, Bishop Ronald Carter, had a dream that God showed him that he was going to pastor a church, but it wasn’t just in the four walls of the church. He always worked in the community, and so he wanted to find a place for seniors … to live.

“We’re living longer,” Carter added, “and they needed a place to stay and to find help and hope.”

The manor will feature amenities such as a community room, offices for supportive

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is host of wellness fair

By MoHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com

Freeport High School was transformed into a hub of health and wellness on the morning of June 15, when the Elevating Community Wellness Fair paid a visit.

The aim of the event, hosted by Nassau County in partnership with Freeport Public Schools, is to address the community’s health needs and foster a sense of unity and support among residents.

Wrepresentatives from Nassau County Office of Mental Health also in attendance.

Another major partner of the wellness fair was Molloy College, which brought its Mobile Health Clinic to the event.

e have to focus more on health.

Taylor said she spoke with Kishore Kuncham, superintendent of Freeport Public Schools, about holding the fair at the high school, and he was excited about the idea.

Health is wealth, right?

LaDonna Taylor, executive director of Nassau County Office of Youth Services, who also happens to be a Freeport resident, played a pivotal role in organizing the fair.

laDoNNA TAyloR executive director, Nassau

County Office of Youth Services

“We have to focus more on health,” Taylor said. “Health is wealth, right? And making sure that they (residents) can healthcare … if they can’t afford healthcare, that healthcare (is) still available to them.”

The focus on wellness extended to mental health, with

“I was just telling (the superintendent) about what we were doing, and he said would you like to do it at the school?” Taylor recalled. “Dr. Kuncham asked me to partner with him, and we thought it was a fantastic idea to bring it to the school.”

The fair featured an array of health services, including free screenings for blood pressure and diabetes, acupuncture and mental health support.

Other more alternative health services were available

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Courtesy Randy Milteer/Village of Freeport

Mayor Robert Kennedy, left, with the Smart growth award, with the Rev. phyllis Carter and tanya Carter, the widow and daughter of the late Bishop Ronald H. Carter.

Students take to the stage for spring festival

Freeport School District’s fourth grade students from Bayview Avenue School of Arts and Sciences played music during their Spring Festival of the Arts on June 4.

The audience, including Board of Education members, administrators, families and friends, filled the auditorium.

The festival opened with the color guard and Bayview Principal Ms. Kelly Fairclough welcoming guests and expressing her pleasure at the dedication and commitment of the students and staff.

The concert orchestra performed several pieces that showcased their talents and the musical skills they have learned throughout the school year.

The school’s concert band, under the direction of Mr. Aaron Andia, played three songs, with an arrangement of “We Will Rock You,” receiving a spirited applause.

The Bayview Avenue School of Arts and Sciences artistic slideshow highlighted the myriad types of artwork students finished during the second half of the school year, including drawing, mixed media and watercolors.

Closing the Spring Festival of the Arts was the chorus, under the direction of Ms. Jeannie Leal. Their performance included a stupendous rendition of the song “Shooting Star,” which the chorus dedicated to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham for constantly supporting both staff and students of Freeport Public Schools and believing that each and every one of them is a superstar.

–Mohammad Rafiq

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Students from Bayview Avenue School of Arts and Sciences chorus performed during the annual Spring Festival of the Arts.

Inside Freeport’s second Pride on Mile

By AVITA JOHN

Freeport’s second annual Pride On The Mile event took place this past Saturday, June 15th, at the Nautical Mile in Freeport, New York. The festivities kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon, attended by several prominent figures.

Notable attendees included Freeport’s Mayor Robert T. Kennedy, President of the Freeport Chamber of Commerce Kenrick Dookram, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé, cofounder of Pride On The Mile Joseph Anthony Smith, and cofounder and owner of Sparkle On Stage Cultural Arts Center Robyn Workman. Each expressed their enthusiasm for the event and the diverse community it represents.

Mayor Kennedy remarked, “The weather’s holding up for everybody. It is probably the most diverse community in New York State. We’re looking forward to everybody coming down to the mile and having a great day.”

Dookram echoed the mayor’s sentiments, stating, “I agree pretty much with everything the mayor said. We are a diverse community, and diversity makes everyone stronger by bringing everything together.”

Mulé, a resident of Freeport and an integral part of the event’s planning, shared, “I’m not only a Nassau County legislator but I’m also a resident of Freeport. I’ve been part of the planning of this, so I’m very pleased to see it come to fruition. I think it’s so important that we celebrate our differences, and through celebrating our differences, we learn about our commonalities.”

The event’s cofounders also shared their excitement. Mr. Smith said, “My hope is that everyone has a fun, inclusive, and affirming day at all of our events.”

Workman added, “I just hope that everybody has an awesome time. It’s a beautiful day here in Freeport on the Nautical Mile, and we just hope that everybody comes and enjoys all the events we’ve put together.”

Legislator Seth Koslow was also present at the event.

Numerous businesses participated in Pride On The Mile, providing Freeport residents and visitors a delightful day on the Nautical Mile.

The event drew many Freeport residents and visitors from nearby towns.

Seven-year-old Mairead Yu from Plainview excitedly shared, “I’m so excited… and I want to get my face painted” when asked about the Pride On The Mile events.

Returning Drag Queen Bella Noche, who starred in Drag Story Hour, expressed her excitement, saying, “I am so excited for Pride On The Mile. I’ve been performing in Freeport for years, especially here at Sparkle On Stage, and it’s so awesome to see so many people come together and have their own pride here right on the Nautical Mile.”

The day’s events included the Pride Carnival, Pride Concerts, Pride Crawl, Pride boat rides offered by Freeport Water Taxi, and the Pride Market, where vendors sold their products from noon to 6 p.m. The grand finale, the Pride Dragaret at Sparkle On Stage, took place from 8 to 10 p.m.

Tim Baker/Herald photos

Mount Sinai South Nassau sponsored Pride on the Mile with April Dones, Theresa Caffray, Cindy Jason and Calli Schuler of the hospital present at the event.

Bella Noche reading at Sparkle on Stage.

Adelyn Balducci, 2, with her sister Keira Balducci, 4, and their mom, Theresa Balducci, from Westchester.

Musician Stuart Markus performed at Otto’s Sea Grill at Pride on the Mile in Freeport.

Musicians Meg Butterworth and Trish Torrales performed Dreams by Fleetwood Mac.

Vision LI lauds local planning at awards

services, a laundry facility, free broadband, charging stations and more, according to Long Island developer Peter Florey, who answered the request for proposal for the project.

“(Carter) realized he had an opportunity, with land adjacent to his church, to build affordable senior housing, and that’s what we’re in the process of doing,” Florey said.

“When we break ground, I know my father will be there in the spirit, blessing us with this day,” his daughter said.

Freeport Mayor Robert Kennedy also spoke at the event — coincidentally, at the venue where he was married 45 years ago.

“I want to thank Eric Alexander and all the executives of his board here today,” Kennedy said, referring to Vision Long Island’s director. “I’m honored to be here today to celebrate Bishop Carter’s Manor, which is an 86-unit senior housing development in the Village of Freeport. Affirmative housing is the key to economic development. We have built, in the Village of Freeport, close to 1,000 residences in the past 10 years.”

“I want to say thanks to Vision Long Island for the economic development they’re bringing in,” Kennedy added. “(It has) a rippling effect on the development of properties and businesses in Freeport.”

“I celebrate the legacy of this tremen-

dous outset, this project,” Carter’s widow, the Rev. Phyllis E. Carter, said. “I thank God for so many who are a part of this. We thank our developer, Peter Florey, for making this happen. Freeport is on the move. And Eric Alexander, we thank God for you as well. And although my husband’s not here, I’m here! And it’s going to happen with your help and your support.”

Launched at last year’s awards, Vision Long Island’s Planned Locally campaign highlights the efforts of civic organizations, chambers of commerce, and local municipality officials in planning and completing vital community projects.

The campaign also opposes agendas that Vision Long Island views as over-

Why Some Estate Plans Fail

Clients lose legal clarity when their treating physician determines that they are unable to handle their legal and financial affairs. Once the client becomes legally disabled, it is too late to prepare and sign new legal documents. Obviously, the same is true when a client dies.

Time and again we find that the client’s legal documents were prepared many years ago and are either inadequate from a personal or professional point of view. It may be that the wrong person is in charge due to any number of circumstances -- illness, unavailability, estrangement, death, etc. In other cases, the power of attorney, the will or the trust is legally inadequate. Examples of this may be that the client had the power of attorney done many years earlier by a general lawyer, but failed to have it reviewed or replaced by an elder law attorney when they got older. Thus they end up with a power of attorney that is not strong enough to move assets out of their name or to set up a trust to protect their assets. Under Medicaid, it’s move it or lose it.

Countless wills and trusts do not reflect

the current state of the law when a client dies, especially regarding New York and Federal estate taxes. These laws change every few years as administrations change.

The problem arises out of the fact that law firms are traditionally unwilling to take the responsibility to keep their clients informed as to law changes or to review their clients’ estate plans on a regular basis — to make certain the plan will work when the client needs it — not when they wrote it many years earlier.

To overcome the problem of facing a death or disability with an outdated plan, we provide a free review of our clients’ estate plan every three years. Having used this approach for over three decades, we have saved thousands of clients countless problems and, when something happens to one of our clients, we know who they are since the relationship has been maintained. In addition, Ettinger Law Firm does not charge for phone calls or emails in order to encourage communication when

or legal issues arise.

LAW FIRM

reaching from Albany and New York City, and advocates for fair funding to support local infrastructure.

Nearly 50 of Long Island’s approximately 100 downtown business districts had have active revitalization plans. Over the past 18 years, more than 17,500 units of transit-oriented development housing have been approved, alongside numerous other downtown projects, according to Vision Long Island.

Currently, more than 45 downtown districts had have at least one multifamily housing project in progress, with more than 10,000 units in the planning stages.

Last year, Vision Long Island noted that during 132 of 150 public hearings on transit-oriented development, affordable

housing and downtown projects over the previous decade, supporters outnumbered opponents, leading to a high approval rate. In the past year, however, there has been more opposition to and skepticism about large housing projects, and just eight of 15 public hearings had more supporters than opponents.

Infrastructure remains a key focus. More than 20 Long Island communities are actively seeking funding or planning new wastewater treatment systems to protect water quality and support growth.

Additionally, 30 communities are working on traffic-calming and speedreduction measures, while 20 have conducted walking audits. In the past decade, more than 40 traffic-calming projects were completed, and officials say that many more are needed.

Downtown areas are also creating and promoting events to boost local tourism and economy. In a three-month period last year, over 400 events were held in 80 communities, attracting large crowds. These events, ranging from arts and music to cultural and food festivals, are key to keeping local dollars in the community, supporting local services through a Shop Local initiative.

Event attendees this year were encouraged to support the Planned Locally campaign by joining civic organizations to continue reinvesting in their communities.

Courtesy Randy Milteer/Village of Freeport

the 23rd annual Long island Smart growth awards, hosted by Vision Long island, were attended by 650 business, civic and government leaders.

HERALD SchoolS

Photos courtesy Freeport Public Schools

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham presented six students with a Superintendent’s Scholarship. Front row, from left, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham, Class of 2024 valedictorian Jeremy Dominquez, Emely PanchanaCapuz, Cassie Smith. Back row: John Morales Castro, Class of 2024 salutatorian Etienne Sasenarine and Aidan Mussaleen.

Freeport High School kids get 108k in scholarships

Excitement filled the performing arts center at Freeport High School as the Class of 2024, along with their families, friends, Board of Education members, administrators, and community members, gathered for the 56th annual Scholarship and Honors Program on June 3.

This year, over 100 scholarships amounting to more than $108,000 were awarded to Freeport seniors based on their academic achievements, community service, leadership roles, involvement in the fine arts, and aspirations for further education.

The event commenced with a warm welcome from Principal Giselle Campbell-Ham, who praised the students for their exceptional performance both academically and beyond the classroom.

“We are here today because the students of Freeport High School are dedicated and determined to excel not only academically, but athletically, creatively and philanthropically,” she said.

“Your achievements are a testament to your commitment and your passion, not just for learning, but for becoming global citizens.”

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham shared his pride in the scholarship recipients, stating, “We are recognizing the outstanding achievements of our seniors and their hard-earned scholarships and honors,” he said.

“Your dedication, commitment and grit have brought you to this moment of well-deserved recognition.

Your academic excellence, character and determination will undoubtedly lead to your future success.”

Dr. Kuncham also extended gratitude to the benefactors who contributed to the scholarships, acknowledging their

Freeport High School’s Class of 2024 valedictorian Jeremy Dominquez (right) and salutatorian Etienne Sasenarine (left) were presented with medals for their academic achievements.

crucial role in the evening’s success.

“Without you, this evening would not be possible,” Dr. Kuncham said. “Thank you for your generosity and support of our students and for being part of their future endeavors.”

As the evening progressed, students eagerly awaited the announcement of scholarship winners.

The program concluded with the introduction of valedictorian Jeremy Dominquez and salutatorian Etienne Sasenarine of the Class of 2024, both of who both received medals for their outstanding accomplishments.

A highlight of the evening was the tribute to Director of Guidance Emma Perdomo for her dedicated and inspirational service to Freeport High School students. This 56th Scholarship and Honors Program marked the end of her career as she plans to retire at the close of the 2023-2024 school year.

–Mohammad Rafiq

Know when you’ll vote. Polls are open from 6AM – 9PM on Tuesday. Will you vote in the morning, afternoon, or evening?

Know how you’ll get there. Will you walk, take a bus, or drive?

Cricket tournament a big hit in Nassau

By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

The International Cricket Council’s Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Tournament proved a bit hit in Nassau County, highlighted by the much-anticipated and sold out India-Pakistan match June 9.

Nassay County Executive Bruce Blakeman called the event, which kicked off with a practice match June 1 and concluded 11 days later with the United States taking on India at Eisenhower Park, “the Super Bowl on steroids.”

Cricket is the second most-popular sport in the world behind soccer and the world’s third most-watched sporting event behind only the FIFA World Cup and Tour de France. It was introduced in the United Kingdom during the 16th century. It has since grown in immense popularity in South Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Southern Africa and the West Indies — many parts of the globe that have been influenced by British imperialism over the centuries.

The T20 tournament, which is both the youngest and shortest version of international cricket, featured matches — usually lasting around three-and-ahalf hours — played this month not only in East Meadow, but also in Dallas, southern Florida and the West Indies. All eight matches in East Meadow began at 10:30 a.m., to align with mid-afternoon television audiences in Europe and prime-time slots in South Asia.

The pitch at Eisenhower Park was shipped in from Australia, and kept in Florida during the winter months before being dropped in the temporary, modular stadium, which seated more than 34,000 fans.

Every seat was filled for the IndiaPakistan rivalry match with tickets going on the secondary market for a minimum of $1,000 after fees. Large viewing parties were held in Seaford as well as in Queens at Citi Field, with India fans celebrating a 119-113 victory following several weather delays. Matches between those two nations usually attract massive audiences. More than 400 million people watched the IndiaPakistan 2011 World Cup battle. That’s more than triple the viewing audience of the most recent Super Bowl.

This year marked the first-ever appearance in the tournament for the United States, which pulled off one of the sport’s biggest upsets of all-time June 6 in Dallas with an overtime win against Pakistan. India defeated the U.S. in the East Meadow finale before a crowd of more than 31,000.

The U.S. is led by Aaron Jones, Steven Taylor, Nitish Kumar, Shayan Jahangir, Corey Anderson, Harmeet Singh, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Andries Gous, Monank Patel and Jessy Singh.

The United States faced India June 12 in the last of eight ICC T20

The tournament brought international attention to Nassau, which hosted a number of international dignitaries from countries like Pakistan, India, Canada and Bangladesh. It also attracted fans from around the globe.

Kalyan Gopaluni attended the U.S. victory over Canada in Dallas, where he resides, and traveled to New York for two matches, India-Pakistan and IndiaU.S.

“I’m a huge cricket fan and play in a cricket league,” Gopaluni said. “I’ve been looking forward to this tournament for a long time. The atmosphere at India versus Pakistan was electric. The stadium was shaking. I think they did a great job as host.”

Virginia Talati, from Georgia, and her soon-to-be 8-year-old son, Hasmukhal, who has been playing cricket for five years already, flew in from Georgia to attend the finale at Eisenhower.

“We flew up last night and going back home tomorrow,” she said. “We’re really excited. My son asked last week if we can go see a match and we made it his birthday present.”

The tournament generated a large amount of revenue for the county, which Blakeman is expected to announce at a later date.

Borrelli’s Italian Restaurant saw business boom each day of the event during a normally slow time, 2:30-4:30 p.m., owner Frank Borrelli said. Parking

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allowed for up to 50 cars and “You could see from all the different license plates and from the customers I’ve spoken to, this attracted people from all over the country and the world,” Borrelli said.

The U.S. advanced to the tournament’s Super Eight stage after its match against Ireland in Florida was washed out last Friday.

The championship takes place June 29 in Barbados.

Tony Bellissimo/Herald photos

World Cup matches held at Eisenhower Park.

Flags of both competing countries were displayed on the pitch and national anthems sung prior to each match.

Virginia Talati

son, Hasmukhal, flew in

Georgia to check out the cricket action.

CRIME bRIEf

Man sentenced for tragic, drunken crash

A Freeport man was sentenced on Monday, June 17, to six to 18 years in prison for a drunken high-speed crash in May 2022 in New Hyde Park, which resulted in the deaths of three family members and injuries to three others.

Dante Lennon, 23, pleaded guilty on March 5, 2024, before Judge Tammy Robbins to charges including Aggravated Vehicular Homicide, Manslaughter, Assault in the third degree, and Driving While Intoxicated.

The Nassau County District Attorney recommended a sentence of seven to 21 years, but the defendant received six to 18 years.

“Marlene Luu and Hoa Ho were friends from childhood, loving mothers who were cornerstones of their families. Tu Nguyen was a wife and mother to a young child. They were tragically taken from their loved ones when Dante Lennon sped down Jericho Turnpike drunk and slammed into their Town Car killing them and injuring three other passengers,” DA Anne Donnelly stated in a release.

On May 21, 2022, at approximately 11:08 p.m., Lennon was driving a Mercedes Benz at approximately twice the 35-mile-per-hour speed limit on Jericho Turnpike while intoxicated. He broadsided a Lincoln Town Car and rear-ended a parked Ram pickup truck, resulting in the deaths of Marlene Luu, 66; Hoa Ho, 68; and Tu Nguyen, 41, and injuring three men, ages 72, 42, and 67.

The crash victims, all relatives, were leaving a Sweet 16 party at the Inn in New Hyde Park. Lennon was arrested at the scene by Nassau County Police.

Deputy Bureau Chief Katie Zizza and Assistant District Attorney Nicole Vota are prosecuting the case under the supervision of Bureau Chief Michael Bushwack and Executive Assistant District Attorney for the Litigation Division Kevin Higgins. The defendant is represented by Robert Schalk, Esq.

–Mohammad Rafiq

“A sweet sixteen party – an exciting milestone marked by family and friends – became a nightmare for these families, who continue to struggle with the pain, grief, and loss of these beloved women. We continue to keep Marlene, Hoa, and Tu in our thoughts as this defendant is sentenced.

More than 300 people at wellness fair

as well, such as Reiki – a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation – and meditation.

Superintendent Kuncham echoed Taylor’s sentiments about the significance of the wellness fair.

“Health is not just about having sickness or illness,” Kuncham said. “Health is about (the) physical, mental. Definitely a holistic approach is what health is about.

“This fair brings attention to the importance of health and wellness, and we’re grateful for the partnership with Nassau County Youth Services,” he added.

Upwards of 400 people attended the event from the scheduled time of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Families enjoyed various activities, from bounce houses and inflatable games to face painting and balloon art.

One of the fair’s highlights was the presence of numerous vendors and organizations offering their services, and not just physical health institutions; the event was focused on general wellness, including mental and financial as well.

Around 30 Long Island institutions had a presence at the event, including Ridgewood Savings Bank, the Health and Wellness Council of LI, Northwell Health, Nassau University Medical Center, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital, Mount Sinai South Nassau, and more.

“We had a series of meetings with different organizations that we were familiar with, that we thought would be a benefit, and we planned out the logistics,” said Lashonda Gardenhire, an ESL teacher in Freeport who was volunteering at the event.

Gardenhire said she was particularly excited to see Sky Schools, a notable vendor, in attendance at the fair.

“We partner with them in the district to just help students learn how to manage stress,” she said. “And so, being able to take that outside of the classroom, outside of workshops, and in this kind of real world environment, continue to bring that to like the broader Nassau County community, I think is really exciting.”

In addition, Long Island Cares Food Pantry was present at the event and gave away 200 bags of groceries to attendees as they left.

The fair also included practical resources like job opportunities from JFK and various local businesses.

“I think (it) is super important, and I think it’s great that we had so many local businesses who came out, who are here… so that it’s not just, ‘oh, school is this one thing, community is this one thing, the county is one thing,’ (when) it really takes a village,” said Gardenhire.

Eric Dunetz/Herald photos

responsible for organizing the wellness fair were, from left, Keith gerber and Sheila riera, members of the nassau County office of Youth Services; executive director Ladonna taylor; and members Serena rivera and marilyn torres.

grace Benedict and madison Benedict of amigirumi by grace, with their creations. amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting tiny stuffed yarn creatures.

gia aravena-ramierez, 7, has her face painted at the community wellness fair.

also present was Sky Schools, whose goal is to increase student mental wellness by providing students with wellness tools.

Valeria Coreas, age 11, shows off her freshly painted face.

freeport kids put on a dance performance near the start of the wellness event.

STEPPING OUT

Your landscape — create a special spot just for you

Get outside and go serenely

By Karen Bloom

Imagine stepping outside your home this summer and entering a world of serenity. The gentle crunch of gravel beneath your feet. The rhythmic sound of trickling water with nature’s calming presence can de-stress and promote inner peace. This is the essence of a Zen garden, a haven of tranquility inspired by Japanese aesthetics and philosophy.

So, how do you create your own relaxing space at home? Garden designer Fiona Jenkins offers some insight. Grab your gardening tools — even get the kids involved — and get started.

Art of Simplicity: Creating the Foundation

Zen gardens are all about cultivating a harmonious balance between natural elements and negative space. Gravel forms the very foundation, representing the vastness of the sea or impermanence of life. Raking it into smooth patterns — like waves or ripples — becomes a meditative practice in itself.

“The rhythm of the rake against the gravel adds another layer of tranquility, inviting you to focus on the present moment.” Jenkins advises. “Use light-colored gravel — like white, cream or gray — to enhance the feeling of serenity and evoke a sense of vastness.”

Carefully placed rocks and stones add structure and balance. Larger rocks can symbolize mountains, according to Jenkins, anchoring the space. Imagine them as islands of stability amid the ever-changing sea of gravel.

Smaller stones can represent stepping stones on a path to enlightenment. Arrange your rocks and stones with intention, considering their size, shape, color, and the spaces between them. These spaces — known as “ma” in Japanese — are just as important as the elements themselves, adding to the sense of balance and tranquility.

Nature’s Soothing

Sounds

Water, a symbol of life and purification, plays a vital role in traditional Zen gardens. The gentle gurgle of trickling water is a natural stress reliever, proven to lower blood pressure and heart rate. Consider incorporating a small water basin with a bamboo spout, creating a calming focal point.

A tabletop fountain with a smooth rock base can add a touch of movement and sound without overwhelming the peaceful atmosphere.

“Keep the water feature simple and integrate it seamlessly with the surrounding rocks and gravel,” Jenkins says. “For a touch of whimsy, consider adding a small koi fish or two — their graceful movements adding another layer of life to your serene oasis.”

Limit Plant Selection: A Celebration Of Form

Zen gardens traditionally incorporate minimal plants, allowing the other elements to take center stage. Carefully chosen plants will enhance the aesthetic and create a sense of harmony with nature.

Choose low-maintenance evergreens with interesting shapes or textures, such as dwarf pine, bonsai or ornamental grass. These plants require minimal pruning and maintain a sense of order within the garden. A strategically placed patch of moss can add a touch of softness and evoke tranquility.

“Consider strategically incorporating a single flowering shrub to add a burst of color during its blooming season,” Jenkins says.

Lighting For Tranquil Evenings

Subtle lighting can elevate the atmosphere allowing you to enjoy your sanctuary even after sunset. String lights hung overhead or strategically placed

lanterns can cast a warm, inviting glow.

“Step out after a long day and be greeted by the soft glow of your lanterns and the gentle murmur of water,” Jenkins says. “It’s a perfect invitation to unwind and de-stress.”

Solar-powered lights are another great option, as they require no wiring and provide illumination throughout the night.

Create A Focal Point To Draw The Eye

A focal point adds a touch of interest.

“It should be something that inspires calmness and contemplation, inviting you to focus your mind and appreciate the beauty of your creation,” Jenkins explains.“Your focal point could be a beautiful stone lantern, its soft light casting a warm glow. Or consider a small statue of Buddha radiating peace, or a strategically placed bonsai tree with its meticulously pruned branches, a testament to patience and dedication.”

Comfort And Contemplation: A Place To Relax

Since this is a space to unwind and escape daily stresses, you’ll want to include a comfortable seating area where you can chill out and appreciate your creation. A simple wooden bench or cushions will suffice. If space allows, add a small table for enjoying a cup of tea or for meditating.

“Imagine yourself sitting amid the calming elements of your garden, listening to the sounds of nature and letting go of the day’s worries,” Jenkins says.

Personalize Your Sanctuary

While Zen gardens have a traditional aesthetic, don’t be afraid to incorporate some elements that reflect your own personality.

“The key is to create a space that resonates with you and fosters peace and well-being,” Jenkins adds.

A small wind chime with a calming melody adds a touch of whimsy. Also consider a piece of art depicting nature or a fragrant flowering plant, even perhaps a small birdbath to attract feathered friends.

“Embrace the simplicity of Zen design, lose yourself in the meditative act of raking the gravel, and allow the calming presence of nature to wash over,” Jenkins says. “Remember, your Zen garden is a reflection of your inner world.”

Photos courtesy Fiona Jenkins

Creating a Zen garden is not just about landscaping; it’s about cultivating a personal sanctuary for relaxation and mindfulness. With a little planning and inspiration, you can transform your outdoor space into a special retreat.

Morgan James

The powerhouse vocalist, Broadway veteran and concert favorite hits all the right notes when she visits the Landmark stage. Soulful singersongwriter Morgan James’ voice is her instrument, and through it she can communicate anything. It is a gift that she has expertly trained, and meticulously nurtured, James has cultivated a world of fans with her viral YouTube videos, and she loves connecting with them on social media and at her live shows. With her own channel, James has amassed more than 250 million views on YouTube (and climbing). Over the last several years, she has established herself as a touring powerhouse, playing with her band and symphony orchestras. Her latest full album, ‘Nobody’s Fool,’ is a luminous love letter to ‘90s R&B, featuring nine new songs, and one cover of Jeff Buckley‘s ‘Everybody Here Wants You.’

Friday, June 21, 8 p.m. $53, $48, $43. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

‘Across The Universe’

The Beatles live on — in the form of The Fab Faux. The acclaimed band brings out the best Beatles moments, appearing on the Paramount stage. With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of The Beatles’ repertoire, they treat the seminal music with unwavering respect, known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later works never performed live by The Beatles). The Fab Faux’s musical virtuosity — in actuality five New York Citybased musicians — upends the concept of a Beatles tribute band. Far beyond being extended cover sets, their shows are an inspired rediscovery of The Beatles’ musical magic. In addition to their notefor-note accuracy, the band is famous for blurring the lines slightly and injecting their own musical personalities into the performances. That’s The Fab Faux experience.

Saturday, June 22, 8 p.m. $55, $35, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

Get The Led Out

Get The Led Out rocks out with their tribute to what many consider rock ‘n roll’s greatest band, in “A Celebration of the Mighty Zep,” on the Paramount stage, Friday and Saturday, June 28-29, 8 p.m. From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, GTLO has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The six veteran musicians who make up the Philadelphia-based group delivers Led Zeppelin live with the all passion and fury these blues-soaked, groove-driven rock anthems deserve. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-creates songs, in all their depth and glory, with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album, GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage.

No wigs or fake English accents, the band brings what the audience wants — a high energy Zeppelin concert with honest, heart-thumping intensity with a strong focus on Led Zeppelin’s pivotal early years. They touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO’s approach to performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliche as it sounds, their music is timeless. $75. $45, $30. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

Family theater

Families will enjoy another musical adventure, “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!” ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books, in its final weekend on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage, Saturday, June 22, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, June 23, 2 p.m.

Back by popular demand after a sold-out 2023 run, see Pigeon, Bus Driver, and some zany passengers sing and dance their way to help Pigeon find his “thing” in this upbeat comedy based on Willems’ popular Pigeon books.

Featuring a live band to bring the jazzy score to life, audiences will thoroughly enjoy singing and flapping along with The Pigeon and friends. The audience is part of the action, in this innovative mix of songs, silliness and feathers. It’s an ideal way to introduce kids to theater and the humorous stories from Willems’ books.

$10 with museum admission ($8 members), $14 theater only.

Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

On exhibit

Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Urban Art Evolution,” is a comprehensive exhibit featuring a diverse range of compositions from the 1980s through the present by creators who were based in the rough and tumble downtown area of New York City known as Loisaida/LES (Lower East Side/East Village) and close surrounding neighborhoods.

Artists pushed the boundaries of what was considered “art” with a primary focus on street/graffiti art. The exhibit’s scope, guest curated by art collector/gallerist Christopher Pusey, offers an even broader view from other creative residents, who worked inside their studios but still contributed to the rich fabric of the downtown art scene from different vantage points and aesthetics.

Works include sculpture, paintings, photography, music, and ephemera from many noted and influential artists. On view through July 7. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Barnaby Bye

The band returns to My Father’s Place, Saturday, June 29, 8 p.m. Come celebrate the music, the memories and the good times with Billy, Bobby, Peppy and Mike! Doors open at 6 p.m., concert is at 8 p.m. 221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn,. For tickets/information, visit MFPProductions.com or call (516) 580-0887.

Walking Wednesdays!

Participate in a 45-minute walk with pace set by group, beginning at Freeport Memorial Library, Wednesday, June 26, 10:30-11:45a.m. All fitness levels welcome. Led by Maryellen Cantanno. Stay in tune with your body while walking and meeting people. Contact for more information, or ask@ freeportlibrary.info. Freeport Memorial Library. 144 W Merrick Rd, Freeport. More information available at FreeportLibrary.info or call (516) 379-3274.

Long Island Police Support Run

Walk or run to support men and women in local law enforcement at Eisenhower Park, Thursday, June 27. The David Lerner Association’s Long Island Police Appreciation Run 5K kicks off at 7 p.m., rain or shine, in Eisenhower Park Field 2. This event is presented by the Greater Long Island Running Club, visit GLIRC. org for more information.

Celebrate Israel

Salute Israel, while welcoming Eisenhower Park’s summer concert season, at the annual Celebrate Israel concert, presented by Jewish Community Relations Council of Long Island, Sunday, June 30, 6 p.m. Israeli superstar Raviv Kaner performs. Bring seating. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. For more information, visit Facebook. com/jcrcli.

Freeport Camera Club

The Freeport Camera Club welcomes new members. It meets at Freeport Memorial Library on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, at 7 p.m. 144 West Merrick Road. More information available at FreeportLibrary.info or call (516) 379-3274.

Having an event?

Summer Solstice Yoga

Participate in a refreshing Vinyasa yoga session, Friday JJune 21, at Waterfront Park. Connect with nature and find inner peace as you practice sun salutations and soak in the summer solstice energy. Enjoy yoga in a beautiful outdoor setting with like-minded people. Bring a yoga mat, towel, and water Organized by Ramajay Run Club. 957 South Long Beach Ave.

Breastfeeding Support Group

Mercy Hospital offers a peerto-peer breastfeeding support and resources, Thursdays, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure your baby’s spot. St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.

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

Film Screening

Visit Nassau County Museum of Art for a viewing of “Wild Style,” a 1983 film regarded as the first hip-hop movie, Saturday, June 29, 3 p.m. A hybrid project that exists as both a musical and a documentary, the film features hip-hop pioneers of the period, including Fred “Fab Five Freddy” Brathwaite, Lee Quiñones, Lady Pink, The Rock Steady Crew, The Cold Crush Brothers, Queen Lisa Lee of Zulu Nation, Grandmaster Flash, and Zephyr, who play themselves in a loosely scripted story shot entirely in the South Bronx, the Lower East Side, and MTA subway yards.

A Q&A follows with director Charlie Ahearn and critic-curator, Carlo McCormick. Seating is limited and reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Summer sounds

Visit Eisenhower Park for its Noontime Concert series, Wednesday, June 26, noon-2 p.m. The Long Island Harmonizers perform four-part barbershop a cappella. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Their repertoire ranges from traditional barbershop to the Great American Songbook and Elton John. Bring seating. For information, visit NassaucCountyNY.gov.

Pet Adoption Program

Adopt your “fur-ever” friend this summer. There’s no better time to adopt a new pet than during the ”summer of love” at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter. All pet adoption fees are waived through Sept. 1 and include free spaying/neutering, vaccinations and microchipping. There is a $10 license fee for dogs. Check out the friendly faces of the dogs and cats before stepping fot in the shelter online at HempsteadNY.gov/179/Animal-Shelter or on the shelter’s Facebook page at Hempstead Town Animal Shelter. For more information, contact (516) 785-5220.

Rainbow Run 5K

June 22

Show support for Pride For Youth, a Division of Long Island Crisis Center, at The Rainbow Run 5K, at Eisenhower Park, on Saturday, June 22, starting at 9 a.m. The cost to compete is $30, which includes a t-shirt and a Finisher Medal. For more information, visit Events.EliteFeats.com or call (516) 531-3323.

BRUCE A. BLAKEMAN

JUNE

presents FREE LAKESIDE THEATRE CONCERTS

NASSAU COUNTY EXECUTIVE

EISENHOWER PARK, East Meadow | Parking Field #6

All Events weather permitting. Call 516-572-0200 for up-to-date information.

Saturday, June 15

8:00-9:30pm Ja Rule at Mitchel Field Athletic Complex

Sunday, June 16 ..................

6:00-8:30pm Indian American Night

Wednesday, June 26

7:00-9:30pm Greek American Night

Saturday, June 29 ...............

6:00-8:30pm Chinese American Night

Sunday, June 30

6:00-8:30pm Israeli American Night

JULY

Monday, July 1

7:00-9:30pm German American Night

Wednesday, July 3

5:30-10:00pm TD Bank’s Celebrate America Fireworks & Show featuring The Allmost Brothers Band & Chicken Head Rocks

Friday, July 5 Fireworks Rain Date

Saturday, July 6

7:00-9:00pm So Good – The Neil Diamond Experience

Sunday, July 7

6:00-8:00pm Opera Night with Christopher Macchio

Monday, July 8

5:00-6:30pm Senior Afternoon Concert: The Excellents and The Demensions

Thursday, July 11

Rock of Ages Tribute: Shoot 2 Thrill - AC/DC

7:00-10:00pm

Completely Unchained - Van Halen Return to Paradise - Styx

Friday, July 12

7:00-9:00pm

Streetfighter – Rolling Stones Tribute

Saturday, July 13

7:00-9:00pm Misty Mountain – Led Zeppelin Tribute

Sunday, July 14

6:00-9:00pm Harry Chapin Tribute Show & Food Drive with The Harry Chapin Band and Will Sing For Food

Monday, July 15

7:00-9:00pm The Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra

Thursday, July 18................

7:00-9:30pm Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “A Grand Night for Singing” by Plaza Productions

Friday, July 19

7:00-9:30pm Creole American Night

Saturday, July 20 ................

7:00-9:00pm

Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway

Sunday, July 21

6:00-8:30pm Bangladeshi American Night

Monday, July 22 ..................

7:00-9:00pm Italian American Night

Thursday, July 25

7:00-9:00pm

Barometer Soup - A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet

Friday, July 26 .................

7:00-9:00pm Doo Wop Show: Johnny Farina of Santo & Johnny, Phil Cracolici and The Mystics, Vito Picone and The Elegants, Jimmy Gallagher of The Passions

Saturday, July 27

7:00-9:00pm

The Hilarious Hitmen, a Comedy Musical Spectacular

Sunday, July 28

Korean American Night

6:00-8:30pm

Monday, July 29 5:00-6:30pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: The Fireflies and The Devotions AUGUST

Friday, August 2

7:00-9:00pm

Dancing Dream – ABBA Tribute

Saturday, August 3

6:30-9:30pm

Salute to Vets Show with Face to Face & American Bombshells

Sunday, August 4

6:30-8:30pm

The Midtown Men featuring Stars from the Original Cast of Jersey Boys

Monday, August 5................

7:00-9:30pm

Irish American Night

Thursday, August 8 7:00-9:00pm

Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack

Friday, August 9 .................. 7:00-9:00pm

45 RPM

Saturday, August 10

7:00-9:00pm

This is Garth featuring JD Leonard

Sunday, August 11 .............. 6:30-8:30pm Living Colour

Monday, August 12 5:00-6:30pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: Vinnie Medugno & The Chiclettes

Thursday, August 15

UB40 : Red Red Wine Tour

7:00-9:00pm

Friday, August 16 7:00-9:00pm

Zac Brown Tribute Band (ZBTB)

Saturday, August 17 7:00-9:00pm

Doo Wop Show: Manhattan Skyline, Stan Zizka & The Del Satins, Larry Chance’s Earls

Sunday, August 18 .............. 4:00-8:00pm Pakistani American Night

Monday, August 19 7:00-9:30pm Ukrainian American Night

Thursday, August 22 ........... 7:00-9:00pm

Let’s Sing Taylor - Taylor Swift Experience

Saturday, August 24

7:00-9:00pm Disco Unlimited

Sunday, August 25 .............. 7:00-9:00pm Don Felder former lead guitarist of The Eagles

Friday, August 30 7:00-9:00pm That Motown Band SEPTEMBER

Sunday, September 1 ......... 7:00-9:00pm The Purple Experience - Prince Tribute

Sunday, September 8 5:00-7:30pm Turkish American Night

Saturday, September 14 .... 7:30-10:00pm

World Renowned Puerto Rican Salsa Orchestra

Friday, September 20 7:00-10:00pm

Legendary House DJ TBA with LI’s Own DJ Theo opening

Sunday, September 29 2:00-9:00pm Latino American Night

‘Flying

spider invasion’

may be a web of lies

By WILL SHEELINE wsheeline@liherald.com

The arrival of joro spiders, which are native to East Asia, in the United States has sparked concern and some sensational headlines. According to experts, however, the potential impact on Long Island’s North Shore is likely to be far less dramatic than feared.

The joro spider, Trichonephila clavata, was first documented in North America in Georgia in 2014, and has since spread to several southeastern states. The spider takes its name from a creature of Japanese folklore called a jorogumo, a legendary spider and seductress that can shape-shift into a woman, breathe fire and control other spiders.

Despite recent headlines claiming there would be a joro spider invasion in the Northeast, local experts are skeptical about the range of the arachnid’s spread.

There have been reports suggesting the spider’s imminent invasion of northern states, including New York. But John Di Leonardo, an anthrozoologist and the president of Humane Long Island, urges caution and perspective.

“They’re native to Asia, but they were introduced to Georgia and somewhat made their way to neighboring states,” Di Leonardo noted. “There is no evidence that they’ve made their way to New York.”

Despite the dramatic headlines about giant flying spiders, Di Leonardo emphasizes that these descriptions are greatly exaggerated. He explained that the female spiders’ bodies are only up to an inch long, and the males are smaller.

The joro spider, which has a distinctive yellow and blue-black pattern with red markings, has often been described as a venomous and invasive species, but Di Leonardo clarified that while they are venomous, their venom poses no significant threat to humans.

“They’re no more venomous than your average house spider,” he said. “We’re not talking about a brown recluse or black widow.”

Moreover, the term “invasive,” Di Leonardo said, might not even apply to joro spiders. He pointed out that despite the fact that they have been in the U.S. for around a decade, there has been no evidence of negative impacts on local ecosystems.

“They’re exotic and non-native, but there’s no science to show that they’re actually invasive,” he said. “If they were going to have a negative impact, we probably would have seen it by now.”

While fears of the spiders “ballooning” their way north are prevalent, Di Leonardo explained this phenomenon. Ballooning is a dispersal method known among tiny juvenile spiders, not adults. While it certainly helps young spiders spread themselves out, it’s not a means of long-range movement that will carry them across multiple state lines.

“They can’t really fly. I think that’s vastly overstated,” Di Leonardo said.

“They can kind of make little parachutes and balloon themselves when they’re only tiny babies.”

In terms of ecological impact, there could even be potential benefits. With rising temperatures contributing to an increase in insect populations, joro spiders might help control pests. According to a 2021 news release from the University of Georgia, where entomologists have been studying the spiders since they first appeared in the state, they have been observed eating other invasive species, like the brown marmorated stink bug.

“Spiders are our friends, not our foes,” Di Leonardo said. “I think humans have a largely symbiotic relationship with spiders. Of course we do have a natural fear of them, and it’s good to have a healthy fear, but let’s not be paranoid.”

Whether the spiders can survive in colder northern climates remains uncertain. The climate in Georgia is markedly different from New York, and it is still unknown whether the spiders can endure harsher winters. Despite the hyperbolic coverage, Di Leonardo stresses the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective.

“It’ll be a long time before we see them in New York, if ever,” he predicted. “Headlines and social media can easily turn a harmless thing into a perceived deadly threat.”

Di Leonardo also urged focusing on more pressing ecological issues, such as the impacts of animal agriculture on the environment, rather than demonizing these spiders. People have far more reason to be concerned about cross-species diseases and toxic and inhumane husbandry practices, he said, than headlines about giant flying spiders.

Research on Joro spiders is continuing, primarily in Georgia and other states where they have been found. Universities are studying their ecological impacts, though Di Leonardo noted that much of that work is local to areas where joro spiders have established populations.

Courtesy Christina Butler

Public Notices

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 July 2, 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 80726 146916

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, Plaintiff, vs. URSULA CAMPBELL A/K/A

URSULA M. CAMPBELL, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 15, 2018, 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 July 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 58 Rutland Road, 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 225 and Lots 416 & 417. Approximate amount of judgment is $349,568.19 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #15-001028. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

John Kennedy, Esq., Referee

Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 147282

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CMALT REMIC 2006-A3-REMIC PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-A3, Plaintiff, vs. MITCHELL SEIVER, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Amending Caption, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 25, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 227 Branch 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 71 and Lot 457. Approximate amount of judgment is $406,139.11 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #001405/2014. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse,

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

Malachy Lyons, Jr., Esq., Referee

Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 147280

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

INDEX NO. 603289/2023 COUNTY OF NASSAU

LONGBRIDGE FINANCIAL, LLC Plaintiff, vs. NIANETTE JACKSON, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF PEGGY A. WASHINGTON; ALEXES CAREN WASHINGTON, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF PEGGY A. WASHINGTON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF PEGGY A. WASHINGTON, 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; SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS LLC; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; “JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME)

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,

Defendants. Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 42 MARGARET DRIVE, ROOSEVELT, NY 11575

Section: 55, Block: 550, Lot: 16

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 $430,500.00 and interest, recorded on July 25, 2011, in Liber M 36223 at Page 335, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 42 MARGARET DRIVE, ROOSEVELT, NY 11575.

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: May 7th, 2024 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Jian Chen, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 147288

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU SABR MORTGAGE LOAN 2008.1 REO SUBSIDIARY-1 LLC, Plaintiff, Against PATRICK BROADNAX AS ADMINISTRATOR AND HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF LORAINE RIZO, RAFAEL RIZO AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF LORAINE RIZO, RAFEL RIZO AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF LORAINE RIZO, TONY RIZO AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF LORAINE RIZO, ERIC RIZO AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF LORAINE RIZO, ET AL. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 09/28/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 7/11/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 5 2nd Place, Roosevelt, New York 11575, And Described As Follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being At Roosevelt, Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York

Section 0055 Block 00450 Lot 00142

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $379,163.30 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 006711/2016 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.

Tiffany D. Frigenti, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 5/16/2024 File Number: 17-301421 CA 147284

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF NRZ PASS-THROUGH TRUST XI-B, Plaintiff, vs. SONIA M. TORRES A/K/A SONIA TORRES, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale after Inquest and Appointment of Referee and Amendment of Caption duly entered on November 3, 2022, 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 July 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 104 East Pennywood Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575 a/k/a 104 Pennywood Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 443 and Lots 200-202. Approximate amount of judgment is $516,170.54 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604308/2018. 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 Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 191802-1 147278

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff AGAINST MONIQUE CLARKE, MARISSA A. BAILEY, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 4, 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 July 10, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 43 WESTSIDE AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected,

situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 62, Block 137, Lot 28. Approximate amount of judgment $397,479.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #615827/2018. 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”. Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-007507 80912 147125

LEGAL NOTICE Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU Action to Foreclosure a Mortgage INDEX #: 616567/2022 MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC Plaintiff, vs SUSAN SINCLAIR AKA SUSAN VAUGHN AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF VERA MAE VAUGHN, BILLY VAUGHN AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF VERA MAE VAUGHN, WILLIAM R. VAUGHN, JR. AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF VERA MAE VAUGHN, UNKNOWN HEIRS OF VERA MAE VAUGHN 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, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE IRS “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 Subject Property described in the Complaint, Defendant(s). MORTGAGED PREMISES: 39 Pleasant Avenue Roosevelt, NY 11575 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 Vera Mae Vaughn 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 May, 2024 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 foreclosure a mortgage upon the premises described below, executed by Vera Mae Vaughn (who died on December 1, 2021, a resident of the county of Nassau, State of New York) dated the February 26, 2013, to secure the sum of $390,000.00 and recorded at Book 38653, Page 944 in the Office of

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the Nassau County Clerk on May 8, 2013. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed September 28, 2021 and recorded on November 23, 2021, in the Office of the Nassau County Clerk at Book 46065, Page 161. The property in question is described as follows: 39 Pleasant Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575

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: May 21, 2024 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. 80989 147123

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ANDRADINA NEVES, Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on March 28, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 11, 2024 at 3:00 p.m., premises known as 138 Dehnhoff 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 Village of Freeport, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 245 and Lots 30, 31 and 32. Approximate amount of judgment is

$161,884.11 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #601152/2023. 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.

Ralph J. Madalena, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff Firm File No.: 221097-1 147276

If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.

Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 5/7/24 File

Number: 560-4138 SH 147176

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2005, GSAMP TRUST 2005-WMC1, Plaintiff, Against DOMINIC VILLONI, ESQ., AS GUARDIAN AD LITEM AND MILITARY ATTOREY ON BEHALF OF UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN A. FIORITO A/K/A JOHN FIORITO, ET AL.

Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 08/02/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 7/11/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 148 Meister Boulevard, Freeport, New York 11520, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village Of Freeport, Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York.

Section 0054 Block 00330-00 Lot 00015 And 00016.

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $464,006.92 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 005733/2015

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-WFHE3, ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-WFHE3, -againstNELSON BONILLA, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on November 9, 2016, wherein U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-WFHE3, ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-WFHE3 is the Plaintiff and NELSON BONILLA, 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 July 8, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 2 SPORTSMAN AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520; and the following tax map identification: 62-78-11.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, 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 No.: 017757/2011. Malachy Patrick Lyons, Jr., 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. 147286

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING, LLC, -againstCORNELL BOZIER, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY CURL, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on May 25, 2023, wherein REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING, LLC is the Plaintiff and CORNELL BOZIER, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY CURL, 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 July 16, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 38 BOOTH STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550; and the following tax map identification: 36-3-44 & 45. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF HEMPSTEAD, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 600156/2018. Mary Ellen Divone, 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. 147415

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on September 18, 2019, I, Judith Powell, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on July 12, 2024 at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., Mineola, NY 11501, at 02:00 PM the premises described as follows: 1611 N Jerusalem Road East Meadow, NY 11554

SBL No.: 50-388-54

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York.

The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 611231/2017 in the amount of $267,342.65 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.

Judgment Index# 609413/2017. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF CANCELED HIGHWAY COMMISSION BOARD MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regularly scheduled Meeting of the Highway Commission Board of the Incorporated Village of Freeport scheduled for July 4, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. has been CANCELED, the next regularly scheduled meeting will be August 1, 2024, 355 Albany Avenue, Freeport, New York, at 7:00 P.M.. Pamela Walsh Boening Village Clerk

DATED: June 20, 2024 147559

LEGAL NOTICE APPLICATION FOR DEBT EXCLUSION VILLAGE OF FREEPORT

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STATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. DALE JUNGER A/K/A DALE R. JUNGER, ET AL, Defendants.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 147417

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Javier Genao, as Administrator for the Estate of Yuvelka Figueroa and as Natural Guardian for minor K. Genao a/k/a K.M. Figueroa, Heir to the Estate of Yuvelka Figueroa; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 3, 2024 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 16, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 54 Robert St, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of NY, Section 62 Block 99 Lot 581. Approximate amount of judgment $512,932.31 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed

Dated: May 15, 2024 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 147410 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff against ANDREA FAGAN, 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 April 27, 2017, 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 July 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 296 Pine Street, Freeport, NY 11520. Sec 54 Block 84 Lot 7. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $466,592.84 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 015029/2010. 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.” Certified funds only, made payable to Lisa Goodwin, Esq., as Referee. Lisa Goodwin, Esq., Referee File # QNSRN601 147413

The Chief Fiscal Officer of the Village of Freeport filed on June 13, 2024 in the Office of the State Comptroller an Application for Exclusion of $25,567,564 outstanding indebtedness for the Electric Utilities debt for the FYE 2024 pursuant to Section 123 of the Local Finance Law. This Application is on file as public record in the Office of the Chief Fiscal Officer.

Ismaela M. Hernandez Village Treasurer Chief Fiscal Officer Incorporated Village of Freeport Issue Date: June 20, 2024 147560

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF EXAMING BOARD OF PLUMBERS MEETING CANCELATIONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regularly scheduled meetings of the Examining Board of Plumbers scheduled for the second Wednesday of July and August have been CANCELED; meetings will resume the second Wednesday of September at 8:00 P.M., 46 N. Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, in the Board of Trustees Conference Room, adjacent to the Mayor’s office.

Pamela Walsh Boening Village Clerk DATED: Freeport, New York June 20, 2024 147558

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The Freeport Housing Authority will be holding a Public Meeting on June 26, 2024 at 5:00PM, at 100 North Main Street, Community Center, Freeport, NY 11520. 147539

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU State of New York Mortgage Agency, Plaintiff AGAINST Gwendolyn Webb; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 28, 2016 I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 25, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 36 New York 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, Residence Park, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 54 Block 57 Lots 149 & 150. Approximate amount of judgment $449,801.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 006721/2012. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Janine T. Lynam, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC

Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: June 11, 2024 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 147565

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC, Plaintiff, Against CRISTOBAL A. VASQUEZ AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO MAXIMILIANO VASQUEZ, MARTA ISABEL ROMERO AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO MAXIMILIANO VASQUEZ, JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE 1 THROUGH 50, INTENDING TO BE THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DISTRIBUTEES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, TRUSTEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, AND ASSIGNEES OF THE ESTATE OF MAXIMILIANO VASQUEZ, ET AL, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 04/16/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 7/23/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 11 Mount Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520, And Described As Follows:

Adopt-a-cop at the rec a huge success

By MOHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com

Nearly 400 fourth graders from the Village of Freeport spent much of Thursday, June 13, 2024, with their favorite officer from the Freeport Police Department and other officers as part of the Adopt A Cop Program at the Freeport Recreation Center, which has been a highlight for the schools since February.

Adopt A Cop, a nationwide initiative, aims to familiarize young students with police officers in a friendly environment, encouraging them to trust the police and feel comfortable seeking their help. This program has been available to schools for 25 years.

“This is a great program to introduce our officers to the fourth graders,” says Mayor Robert Kennedy. “Thanks to Adopt A Cop, the students will be more comfortable in the future dealing with law enforcement.”

Many of the students, who may have interacted with police officers for the first time through this program, enjoyed the experience so much that becoming a police officer might be added to their list of future career aspi-

rations.

“We have about a dozen officers who were fourth graders and took part in

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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 In The Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York. Section 55 Block 234 Lot 67

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $476,237.24 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 601100/2022 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.

Melissa D. Mohan, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 5/24/2024 File Number: 21-300498 CA 147568

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SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, Plaintiff -against- FEDIE R. REDD, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated January 25, 2019, 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 July 23, 2024 at 2:00 pm premises situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, 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 Cedar St. with the Easterly side of Westside Avenue; being a plot 100 feet by 50 feet by 100 feet by 50 feet. Section: 62 Block: 149 Lot: 452

All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.

Said premises known as 173 CEDAR STREET, FREEPORT, NY 11520

Approximate amount of lien $549,313.36 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 007276/2013.

MALACHY LYONS, JR., ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 8150.324 {* FREEPORT LEADER*} 147465

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Giocatore Ventures, LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST Arnaldo Castro; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 6, 2024 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on

July 23, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 24 Stirling Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of NY, Section 54 Block 337 Lot 70, 71, 72, and 73. Approximate amount of judgment $119,613.25 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 607717/2022. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Jane Shrenkel, Esq, Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: June 4, 2024 147563

Adopt A Cop twenty years ago and are now officers with the force,” Mayor Kennedy said with pride.

Alongside the police officers, there were firefighters, emergency vehicles, police cars, motorcycles, and ambulances. A particularly popular attraction was the large, shiny tow trucks, where the kids could sit, honk the horns, and pretend to drive.

“We just want the kids to have a positive interaction with the officers,” says Chief of Police Michael Smith. “That’s why we have so many different things for them to see, including the helicopter, mounted police and their horses, and the K-9 Units. Every one of the students has a favorite, and they get to see it up close here.”

One of the standout attractions was the Nassau County Police helicopter.

Despite some dust flying around, it was one of the most thrilling stations the children visited in the parking lot of the Freeport Recreation Center.

Trustee Jorge A. Martinez and Hempstead Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby were also in attendance alongside the mayor.

“I wouldn’t miss it,” Goosby said of spending the morning with the children. While she didn’t honk any horns, Goosby seemed to enjoy taking photos in front of the helicopter and horses as much as the children did.

The event concluded with everyone’s favorite, pizza.

Trustee Jorge Martinez, Supervisor Goosby, Mayor Kennedy and others pose in front of an actual police helicopter from Nassau County Police Department.

Photos courtesy Randy Milteer/Village of Freeport Kids lined up to receive t-shirts at the Adopt-a-cop event at the Freeport Recreation Center.

The mayor and supervisor Dorothy Goosby pet an officer’s horse at Thursday’s Adopta-Cop event.

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Different answers from everyone we ask

Q. We’ve been interviewing contractors and architects to get an idea about adding a double dormer to our home. The conversations about what to do, how long it should take and the cost are just all over the place. How long should it take, and how much should a double dormer cost to build? Some contractors said they needed to see plans, and that they could personally get the permit in a day or two, and some architects gave us wild time frames that seem ridiculous, like a year or more from start to finish.

A. Sounds like you already have the answers, which is not a good thing. This isn’t like ordering a meal in a restaurant and expecting that it will be perfect or you can send it back. Construction projects are complicated.

First, there are regulations. I hear more and more from people that they want to try to avoid permits, which is a bad idea, but I know many contractors who are ready to work under the radar because it isn’t their problem, it’s yours, if a neighbor complains or an inspector drops by.

Once a permit is finally issued, it has been my experience that everyone forgets what it took to get permission to build, which is possibly part of the time you aren’t taking into account. The typical scenario is that you wait months for the architect to satisfy whatever notes and information the plan reviewer is asking for. Even if your architect fulfills each request for more information in a day or two, it can still take more time for the next reply from the official.

Examiners do not use the same criteria for what should be noted in plans, and some will ask for more than others. It isn’t uncommon for an examiner to ask to have information removed from plans that another examiner requested. That’s just the way it is.

The architect is generally to blame for delays. Then the project is finally given the go-ahead, but insurance papers and license numbers for the contractor, plumber and electrician have to match what is on file with the authority. When they don’t, this causes more delays, so it’s important to make sure the contractor you hire gathers the full set of acceptable insurance documents and license numbers ahead of time instead of delaying the project even longer.

This is very common and avoidable. It also causes delays when you have pools, sheds, fences, decks, hot tubs or central air condensers that never received a permit. All need permits in most jurisdictions, and further delay can cause arguments over the extra cost.

And speaking of cost, your description of a “double dormer” is just a simplified version of what it really is. It doesn’t cost less to call it that. You are constructing a second-floor addition or making a half second floor into a full second floor. It will take the next column to explain cost. Stay tuned.

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Cricket brings Nassau into the international spotlight

Like almost every Long Islander, until recently I had no knowledge of or interest in cricket.

Now that the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Eisenhower Park has been such a success, I can certainly attest to the intense devotion and loyalty cricket fans have to their sport, how popular cricket is in other corners of the world and why it was such a great victory for Nassau County to host the tournament, drawing worldwide attention and acclaim. I had the opportunity, early on, to observe up close the effort that went into making the World Cup the success that it became. The anticipated difficulties and challenges were many and complex. For starters, a 34,000-seat stadium had to be constructed at Eisenhower Park in barely three months before the first official match on

June 3. The hastily built structure, put together like an Erector Set, then had to be deconstructed and removed within 10 days after the Long Island phase of the tournament concluded on June 12.

The construction of the stadium was only the beginning. There were the almost certain traffic jams expected on Hempstead Turnpike and surrounding streets during the morning rush hour. The park would open at 8:30 a.m., and the starting time for each match would be 10:30. Cars would have to be parked at the Nassau Coliseum. The main entrance to Eisenhower Park would be off Merrick Avenue, and would be reached by thousands of fans either on foot — a walk of over a half-mile from the Coliseum — or by shuttle bus.

Tdown all possible terrorist threats. This potential danger was amplified when, just days before the first practice match on June 1, ISIS posted a threat on social media calling for an attack on the World Cup.

he IndiaPakistan match alone drew more than a billion TV viewers.

There were also myriad terrorismrelated issues, which required having enough magnetometers to scan everyone entering the park, doing background checks on all vendors and their employees, and monitoring and tracking

Fortunately, County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder had initiated a sophisticated counterterrorism effort months earlier, involving federal, state and local law-enforcement agencies — the Nassau County Police Department, the FBI, the Joint Terrorism Task Force, the Department of Homeland Security, the State Police and the NYPD as well as Suffolk County, MTA, Port Authority and Garden City police working seamlessly together. At the facility itself, there were helicopters overhead, undercover officers and bomb-sniffing dogs on the ground, and sharpshooters strategically positioned around the stadium.

When the time came, everything worked. The intense planning paid off.

Tackling health disparities affecting Black

people of color in New York state have a vastly different experience navigating the health care system than their white counterparts. From challenges accessing care and disparate health outcomes to higher death rates and premature deaths, the urgency of this crisis cannot be understated.

Black Americans disproportionately face adverse health outcomes. These inequities are well documented:

Black Americans are 60 percent more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes and twice as likely to die of the disease. Black adults are 30 percent more likely to have high blood pressure, increasing their risk for heart disease and stroke. These aren’t just data points — health disparities are a matter of life and death, and we desperately need better health systems to protect Black Americans.

Unfortunately, these patterns are consistent across New York state. Black Long Islanders have the lowest life expectancy of all Long Island residents. Decades of institutional racism and environmental injustice have contributed to these stark inequalities: From

proximity to industrial sites, highways and other sources of pollution to economic disparities and lack of access to quality health care, Black Long Islanders face unacceptable barriers to achieving and maintaining good health.

As an Assembly member and the chair of the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus, I am continuously advocating for Nassau County’s communities of color that are impacted the most by these inequalities. The state’s fiscal year 2025 budget makes historic investments in health care that ensure that more people have access to quality services. For example, the budget provides $800 million to save our safety-net hospitals and eliminates all copays for insulin. We also secured funding to continue expanding doula access through the new Community Doula Expansion program, which builds on our efforts to prioritize maternal health care in the State Legislature.

Reduction Act have given millions of New Yorkers health insurance and saved more than 75,000 people hundreds of dollars on insulin with the $35 cap. Yet there are still members of Congress working tirelessly to repeal the ACA and the IRA, slash health funding and revoke access to health care for those who need it most.

T he state budget offers help, but too many in Congress don’t seem to care.

These issues are a matter of life or death, and our representatives in Washington must fight to expand access to affordable, quality care for all by overcoming historic inequalities to deliver impactful health care improvements for people of color. Policies like the Affordable Care Act and the Inflation

There were no security incidents or traffic jams. The India-Pakistan match alone drew a capacity crowd of 34,000 — the largest ever for a cricket match in the United States — and more than a billion television viewers worldwide, more than three times the size of a Super Bowl audience. There were watch parties at Citi Field and Cedar Creek Park, in Wantagh. All told, the matches attracted more than 150,000 enthusiastic fans who enjoyed themselves and rooted their teams on without incident.

Increased business at restaurants, hotels, motels, stores and shops brought in tens of millions of dollars in sales and lodging tax revenues. Probably most important, though, will be the intangible but very real value of Nassau County’s success on the world stage before a previously unreached audience. Taking on this challenge and getting it done is a credit to Blakeman’s leadership and the professionalism of the NCPD and its law enforcement partners. Job well done!

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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Islanders

I recently met with Long Island health care professionals and community advocates to discuss what they see on the ground. The challenges Black residents face when seeking care are extensive, from missing appointments due to lack of transportation to medical facilities or difficulties accessing medical information. New mothers often lack access to the vital education needed during pregnancy to prepare them as they get closer to giving birth. Unexpected hospital stays lead to job loss and additional stressors among marginalized communities, sometimes dissuading patients from seeking care in the first place.

These challenges are pressing and require our attention, but too many in Congress have turned a blind eye to tackling these health disparities. The improvements that the ACA and the IRA have made to our health care system have created significant savings for seniors and families amid the afford-

ability crisis. If these historic improvements in health care are overturned or weakened, thousands of Long Islanders, including many people of color, would be at risk of losing the security these laws provide them. Without affordable health care, many of our residents would be forced to choose between paying for groceries and paying for their prescriptions.

I’ve long advocated protecting affordable and accessible health care for all New Yorkers, including Black and Brown residents who experience sobering inequities. My responsibility to promote the health and well-being of my constituents drives me to continue to improve health outcomes through sensible policy that enhances quality of life for everyone. The state budget investments, alongside the federal ACA and IRA, are the result of bold decisions that improve health care for millions of New Yorkers.

We can’t turn back the clock and undermine federal and state policies that make a real difference in our fight to combat health disparities and improve health care for all Long Islanders. We must put the needs of our constituents first and promote the health and well-being of all our people, especially those who have been left behind for too long.

Michaelle Solages represents the 22nd Assembly Distric, and chairs the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus.

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Juneteenth is a time for reflection, celebration

observed every year on June 19, Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history the end of slavery here in the United States.

While many of us might associate the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln at the height of the Civil War in 1863 with the abolition of slavery, the horrific practice itself didn’t end until June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free.

Juneteenth signifies not just the end of slavery, but the triumph of freedom over oppression, resilience over despair.

Living on Long Island, we might feel removed from this piece of history geographically and culturally. It was the South that had slaves, after all. But it wasn’t always that way.

Even before New York was New York, the Dutch West India Co. “purchased” 11 men from Africa they wanted to use in their New Amsterdam colony for both public projects and defense, according to research by Hofstra University. At first, these men were considered employees of

Letters Not OK with Trump endorsing

D’Esposito

To the Editor:

I was so disappointed to read that U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito is happy about receiving Donald Trump’s endorsement (“D’Esposito picks up big endorsement from Trump,” June 6-12).

I mistakenly thought that D’Esposito was among the Republicans who are trying to bring the party back to a time when a candidate’s moral conduct mattered. Is he now OK with having a president who disrespects the laws of our country, while preaching law and order for the rest of us? Is he OK with having a millionaire president who has been convicted of cheating our country out of the taxes that the rest of us must pay?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president who illegally takes, and refuses to return, highly classified documents after leaving office and lies about it? Is he OK with having a president who has been found guilty of sexually violating a woman?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president who refuses to accept the outcome of an election, even after countless court cases affirm the results? Is he OK with having a commander in chief of our armed forces who has called people

Dutch West India, but it wasn’t long before their roles were redefined as “chattel property” and “servants for life.”

By the time the Colonies went to war for their independence, 20,000 slaves were kept in New York — more than all of the New England colonies combined. No one should ever own another human being. Full stop. And the lessons of Juneteenth teach us that freedom is not merely the absence of chains, but the presence of opportunity, equity and justice. Despite the progress made since 1865, we continue to witness disparities in education, employment and housing issues that affect communities here in Nassau County as well as nationwide.

By honoring Juneteenth, we acknowledge these challenges, and renew our commitment to addressing them.

Juneteenth also provides an opportunity for education and reflection. It’s a period for all of us — regardless of race — to learn about the deep-rooted history of slavery and its lasting impacts. And it’s a reminder of delayed justice and the continued struggle for equality.

Long Island may seem far from the

fields of Texas, but our own history as part of the greater New York City area — is interwoven with stories of African American resilience and contributions. From the early African American settlements in Sag Harbor to the cultural impacts of influential figures like Jackie Robinson — who lived for a number of years in neighboring Queens and the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance spilling into our neighborhoods, Long Island has its chapters of African American history that reflect broader national narratives of struggle and achievement.

Juneteenth is more than a historical milestone. It’s a living testament to the enduring spirit of freedom and equality. For all of us here on Long Island, embracing Juneteenth means recognizing our shared history, acknowledging our ongoing struggles, and celebrating the contributions of African Americans to our collective heritage.

Let us use this week to reflect, educate and unite — ensuring that the legacy of Juneteenth continues to inspire and guide us toward a more just and inclusive future.

in our armed forces “suckers,” and has said that prisoners of war like John McCain aren’t heroes if they got caught?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president who disdains science and tells us that global warming is a hoax? Is he OK with having a president who encourages vigilante justice with phrases like “Lock her up!” about an opponent?

Is D’Esposito OK with having a president whose fiery words encouraged people to attack our Capitol to stop the certification of an election that he lost, and who now calls them heroes? Is he OK with having a president who

Some advice Joe Biden badly needs

according to the political calendar, it is five months until voters go to the polls in the 2024 elections. Between now and that fateful day, the two political parties will have spent over a billion dollars campaigning. Being a Democrat, it isn’t my business to tell the Republican Party how to run its presidential campaign, but I have some thoughts about the Democratic effort to re-elect President Biden. Up to now, the president’s campaign has centered on such things as the infrastructure bill he signed into law in 2021 and its funding for new roads, bridges and other needed public-works programs. There is no doubt that such expenditures are important, and should be stressed, but the election is more about other critical issues.

When Bill Clinton ran for the White house, James Carville, his campaign strategist, uttered those now famous words, “It’s the economy, stupid.” Carville was right, and Biden would ignore that dictum at his peril. These days,

everything is about the economy. People vote with their pocketbooks, and the issue has to be dealt with by the Democrats.

Over the past few years, prices have skyrocketed, and it isn’t the fault of the president. The executives of the companies that produce gasoline, food and other necessities don’t care about the average person. They have jets to service them, and take luxury trips around the world to ease their tensions. They raise their prices just before the quarterly earnings call to satisfy Wall Street, not Main Street. There’s nothing wrong with telling America who the culprits are and bashing the business tycoons.

Uthe country believes that the unemployment rate is at a 50-year high. In fact, unemployment has been below 4 percent for over two years. It isn’t the media’s fault that the voters think that way; it’s because politicians don’t tell the story well.

ndecideds are up for grabs, but he has to find a message that appeals to them.

If you talk to average voters, they believe they were better off four years ago than they are today. That is in fact a total fallacy. In 2020, we were dealing with the coronavirus disaster, and then President Trump had failed to warn the nation about the perils we faced, in order to avoid the political fallout. The public was encouraged to try crazy medicines, none of which saved any lives.

Even though the Trump campaign is much more under control, the candidate isn’t. Trump goes off script all the time, and says lots of crazy things. his base voters won’t abandon him, but the undecideds are up for grabs, and they could be Biden voters. But Biden has to find a message that appeals to them.

Another challenge for the president is the third-party candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Right now Kennedy would get about 14 percent of the estimated vote. he may be appealing to protest voters, but it’s up to the Biden campaign to let the world know how nutty this guy is. There is enough of a record on Kennedy’s past statements to bring his poll numbers down and reduce his possible threat in november.

A recent Washington Post column by Catherine Rampell tells an interesting story about the economy. The headline is “nearly everything Americans believe about the economy is wrong.”

Rampell wrote that a recent harris poll revealed that Americans’ thinking about the economy is often at odds with reality.

Most Americans believe the economy is shrinking. In fact, the economy has been growing for the past two years. The poll also found that 49 percent of

Letters

speaks admiringly of dictators and is OK with Vladimir Putin’s takeover of Ukraine? Is he OK with having a president who, even now, while out of office, tells his followers to block any bipartisan legislation that would improve the problems at our border? Is being convicted of a felony OK for a president? I would think that no candidate of any party would be proud to be endorsed by a person who exhibits so many examples of immoral and illegal behavior. Our schools and villages like to put up signs that say, “Character Counts.” But the support of Donald Trump by many Republicans, like Anthony D’Esposito, reveals that, for them, character really doesn’t count at all.

ElAInE RAUCh Lynbrook

Did the Grand Central project cripple the MTA?

To the Editor:

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority project connecting the long Island Rail Road to Grand Central Terminal was projected to cost $4 billion, according to the MTA. When it was completed, the cost had risen to $11 bil-

lion, some $7 billion over the MTA’s estimate.

The question that needs to be asked is why this project became an MTA priority over so many others that seemed to need more urgent attention from the agency. Getting l ong Islanders to Grand Central didn’t seem urgent: They could take a shuttle from Penn Station to Grand Central. But the people along Second Avenue still had no transportation for many years. n ew cars were needed on Metro north and the l IRR. n ew signal systems were needed; track work was needed. So why did the Grand Central Terminal move ahead of so many other urgent projects?

The MTA said that congestion pricing is the be-all and end-all to solve n ew York City’s traffic congestion. Many new Yorkers aren’t believing the MTA’s revenue projections. h ad the stockholders of a company found out that the CEO and board of directors approved of a project that went $7 billion over the initial estimate, they would have been fired.

It’s good that congestion pricing is halted. There’s good reason not to trust the MTA.

RIChARD T. DeVITO Long Beach

There were so many other bad things happening under Trump that Biden should be talking about. When Trump took office, the unemployment rate was 4.8 percent. When he left it was 6.3 percent. (It is currently under 4 percent.)

There were supply chain disruptions and widespread lockdowns, and we were suffering from a recession. Thanks to a tax program that gave the rich big cuts, the national debt swelled by $7.8 trillion, an increase of 40 percent.

As for the current state of politics, Biden will have plenty to talk about.

Incumbents are often underdogs in an election year, and Biden needs to run a campaign that focuses on pocketbook issues and explains them in simple terms. he will get countless other gifts from the uncontrolled candidate that is Donald Trump. But it’s time for Biden to retool his efforts and appeal to the voters he so badly needs.

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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