The Freeport fireworks show, featuring pyrotechnics by Grucci, is scheduled for Friday, starting at 9:30 p.m., at the Guy Lombardo Marina. Spectators along the Nautical Mile will have the perfect vantage point for the show. In case of inclement weather, the rain date is Saturday. The village, in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, is proud to host the event.
Madeleine Graham, a Freeport resident and a member of Sacred Heart Academy’s Class of 2023, has done extensive research on the psychology of happiness in the realm of education. Conducting a comprehensive survey of 150 students and 85 educators, Graham explored how the coronavirus pandemic affected attitudes and experiences in scholastic settings. She presented her findings at several events and was recognized with a number of awards for her work.
Graham, who plans to become a teacher, found no shortage of
research on how Covid-19 affected multiple professions and walks of life, but she didn’t find much data on the pandemic’s impact on education. She wanted to demonstrate that it deserved to be studied just as much as other fields.
She conducted her survey at Sacred Heart and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School in Bellmore. “I couldn’t have compiled a successful adult sample population without both schools’ consent and cooperation, so I’m very grateful,” Graham wrote in an email. “I would especially like to thank Sister Jean Amore and Ms. Leeann Graziose, the principals of each institution, for their
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The Freeport community came together to pay tribute to the late Rev. Eugene Purvis Sr. and his late wife, Sylvia, with a new street name at the intersection of South Ocean Avenue and Archer Street, officially designating it the Rev. Eugene and Sylvia Purvis Corner.
The proposal to rename the corner was unanimously approved at a village board meeting on April 17. Deputy Mayor Ronald Ellerbe initiated the motion, which was seconded by Trustee Evette Sanchez. The resolution to grant the honorary
name change serves as a testament to the lasting impact the Purvises had on the community.
“Reverend Eugene and Sylvia Purvis dedicated themselves to enhancing the lives of others,” Mayor Robert Kennedy said.
“From serving in the Army during World War II, being active in the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Freeport Cares, AME Zion Church, the Salvation Army, the United Way, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Catholic Charities, Promise of Hope, Equity4LIYouth, Island Harvest, Rebuilding Together, All Boro, and running Freeport’s Children’s World Montessori School, the Purvises typi-
fied community service above all else. Their compassion and kindness is something we hope to strive for. They are an example to all. They will be missed.”
Village officials, including Kennedy, along with State Sen. Kevin Thomas and Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams, joined the street name change ceremony.
“It was a beautiful morning in Freeport for the street renaming for Dr. Rev Eugene Purvis and Dr. Sylvia Purvis,” Thomas said. “I was proud to join in honoring these respected educators and community leaders whose commitment to learning at the
Children’s World Montessori School still lives on today.”
Eugene, a highly regarded U.S. Army veteran and pastor, devoted over three decades of his life as a pillar of the Freeport community. His unwavering dedication to the AME Zion Church, coupled with his profound commitment to education as the proprietor of the Chil -
dren’s World Montessori School, earned him immense respect. Alongside his wife, he owned and operated the school, providing invaluable education to countless students from pre-K to third grade.
Born on June 18, 1923, in Salters, South Carolina, Purvis grew up on a farm, and completed his
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Christopher Anderson, an alleged member of the Bloods gang, entered a guilty plea for the murder of a 21-year-old man and attempted murder of another victim in Freeport. The incidents took place in November 2020. Additionally, Anderson pleaded guilty to attempted murder and weapons charges related to a separate incident where he fired shots at four police officers during a car chase in December 2020.
He also pleaded guilty to Attempted Murder in the First Degree and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree for shooting at four police officers on December 29, 2020.
Anderson is scheduled to appear in court for sentencing on August 30 and he is expected to receive a prison term of 22 years to life.
“Christopher Anderson callously opened fire on Taffarie Haughton and another teenage victim in the middle of the afternoon in Martin Luther King Park because they were in the wrong place at the wrong time during a Bloods gang meeting.” Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly said. “Just a month later, almost to the day, the defendant led Hempstead Police detectives on a high-speed pursuit through the streets of Roosevelt. The chase ended in a hail of gunfire and Anderson fled the scene. Thankfully the officers were unharmed, but Taffarie sadly lost his life because of this defendant’s wanton violence. We will continue to stamp out gang violence in our communities so that no more innocent lives are lost.”
According to the charges presented by DA Donnelly, the incident on November 28, 2020, unfolded when Taffarie Haughton, 21, and a 19-year-old victim were present at
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Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Freeport. Allegedly, several Bloods gang members, including Anderson, followed the victims into a park bathroom, with the intention of attending a gang meeting. As Haughton and the other victim tried to exit the park, they found the exit blocked by numerous gang members, including the defendant. Anderson, along with his co-defendant Floyd McNeil, then proceeded to fire shots at the victims, injuring both of them.
Haughton sustained two gunshot wounds, one in the chest that punctured his lung and heart, and another in the left foot. Despite being rushed to Nassau University Medical Center, he was pronounced dead. The other victim was shot once in the shoulder and received medical treatment at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital.
The crime scene investigation led to the recovery of seven shell casings. Subsequently, both Anderson and McNeil were apprehended on June 13, 2022, by detectives from the Nassau County Police Department’s Homicide Squad. Floyd McNeil, also known as DOT and Diddy DOT,
faced charges including murder in the second degree, attempted murder in the second Degree, attempted assault in the first degree, and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree. McNeil’s case is still pending, and if convicted, he could face a sentence of up to 50 years to life in prison.
McNeil is presently serving a 25-year sentence after being convicted in June 2022 for a separate shooting incident that occurred in Hempstead in September 2019. The charges in that case included Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Assault in the First Degree, Criminal Use of a Firearm, and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree.
In a separate incident on December 29, 2020, around 8:14 p.m., four Hempstead Police Detectives engaged in a pursuit of Anderson’s vehicle through Roosevelt. They followed him for approximately one and a half miles as he dangerously weaved through traffic at high speeds.
Anderson stopped near Pennywood Avenue and attempted to exit the vehicle while officers closed in on him. At that moment, the defendant fired three shots in the direction of the officers, narrowly missing them. In response, the officers returned fire, but Anderson managed to flee the scene unharmed. He was eventually arrested on December 30, 2020.
The cases against Anderson and McNeil are being prosecuted by Senior Litigation Counsel Michelle Lewisohn and Senior Litigation Counsel Ania Pulaski of the Homicide Bureau. Anderson is represented by Michael Elbert, Esq., while Don Rollock, Esq., is McNeil’s legal counsel.
The charges against McNeil are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless found guilty.
The Woodward Center, renowned for its commitment to providing excellent special education, celebrated its annual graduation ceremony on June 26.
This year, there was a moving up ceremony and the school proudly bid farewell to 17 high school senior students who successfully completed their academic journey. The majority of these talented individuals achieved the prestigious distinction of receiving a regent’s diploma.
The noteworthy event witnessed a significant number of graduates, six in total, expressing their aspirations to pursue higher education. These ambitious students have set their sights on various fields, including engineering, digital graphic design, and education. To support their educational endeavors, local vendors rallied together and generously raised $3,000, which was distributed equally among the college-bound students. Each recipient was not only presented with a substantial $500 scholarship but also received a brand-new laptop to aid them in their studies.
Distinguished figures graced the occasion with their presence, addressing the eager audience with inspiring speeches. Among the notable speakers were Mayor Robert T. Kennedy of Freeport, Councilman Chris Carini, Senior Councilwoman Dorothy L. Goosby, and Senator Kevin Thomas.
Celebrity Ice-T took the stage to deliver a special message exclusively for the graduating class of 2023.
The executive director of the Woodward Center, Gregory Ingino, expressed immense pride in the achievements of the class.
“It was a tremendous graduation, it was just a culmination of a great year, it was overall a great event, and we look forward to Woodward’s future,” Ingino said. “We are trying to expand our phenomenal program and we just want to get the word out.”
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graduaTes filled wiTh pride and emotion as they observe Woodward Center’s graduation ceremony.
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In the fall of 1990, some thirty plus years ago, your writer first heard of the proposition that if you set up a living trust your estate doesn’t have to go to court to settle – the so-called probate court proceeding for wills. Having spent the previous eleven years as a litigation attorney, and having faced numerous problems probating wills, this sounded too good to be true.
At the time, some of the best estate planning lawyers were in Florida. Perhaps you can guess why. In any event, off I went to Florida to train as an estate planning lawyer and, upon returning, closed the litigation practice and founded Ettinger Law Firm in April 1991, to keep people just like you, dear reader, out of probate court.
The reason I was so excited about the living trust, and continue to be so to this day, is the concept of taking back control from the courts and government and giving it back to you and your family. After all, who doesn’t want control over their affairs?
When you go to court, who’s in charge? The judge, right? Now tell me, does the judge always act in your best interest? Does the judge ever make a mistake? And when the judge says jump, you know what the answer is!
Not only do you pay considerably for this privilege, but it can take many months and often years to complete the probate court proceeding. Meantime, houses cannot be sold, bank accounts accessed, or investment portfolios managed – at least without the judge’s permission which involves additional time and resources to request. Of course, that permission may be denied as well.
With a living trust, your trustee (formerly your “executor” under the will) may act immediately upon death to sell the house, pay the bills and handle the investments – no permission required! An additional benefit is, in the event you become unable to handle your affairs later in life, your trustee may take over by simply getting a letter from your doctor showing you are incapacitated.
Essentially then, a living trust gives you back control.
Herbert Cohen, a dedicated pharmacist whose career spanned decades, passed away at the age of 94 on May 13, in Bohemia.
Born on July 19, 1928, in Brooklyn, to Harry J. and Celia Cohen, Herb’s life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his profession and his vibrant personality.
Herb’s journey in pharmacy began at his father’s drug store, Freeport Drug Shop, where he started working and eventually took over as the owner. Even after the store’s closure, he continued serving as a pharmacist at various private and NYS hospital pharmacies until his retirement in the early 1990s. Throughout his career, Herb’s expertise and dedication made a positive impact on countless patients.
Beyond his professional achievements, Herb was known for his quick wit and remarkable sense of humor, which remained with him until the end. He had a knack for keeping his friends and family entertained, and as one of the last surviving members of his extended family, he cherished his relationships with nieces and cousins, maintaining close connections with them throughout his life.
Notably, Herb was a compassionate and generous individual, extending his kindness beyond his immediate circle. Despite living on a fixed income, he consistently made contributions to numerous charitable organizations, supporting causes such as animal welfare, medical research, and civil liberties, even if his donations were modest.
A lifelong learner, Herb was an avid reader and one of the last remaining customers of Netflix DVD. In his 90s, he embraced new technologies, teaching himself how to stream movies, use an iPhone, and become computer literate, demonstrating his adaptability and curiosity.
Cohen, known for his unwavering commitment, humor, and generosity, passes away at 94, leaving a cherished legacy.
Herb is survived by his daughter Jill Cohen and her husband Norman Siderow, his son Doug Cohen and his wife Cindy, grandchildren Jacqueline Misner and her husband Travis, Andrew Cohen, and Genevieve Cohen, as well as his great-grandson Benjamin Misner.
He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his brother Joseph and sister Florence Goldstein.
Herb’s memory will be cherished by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched with his kindness, humor, and unwavering dedication to his profession. He leaves behind a lasting legacy of compassion and generosity that will continue to inspire others.
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The term “mental health” is often misunderstood, with many often thinking it’s limited to having a mental illness or being mentally ill.
But mental health is about how good people feel emotionally, and the behaviors associated with them. It helps determine how people handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices.
Just like how people take care of their bodies, they also need to take care of their mind and emotions. More often than not, people don’t think of their mental health until it is something they must deal with.
In fact, a Truth in Medicine poll released last year by Oceanside’s Mount Sinai South Nassau, found that 36 percent of Long Island residents say they or their adult family member faced challenges accessing mental health services care, like simply getting an appointment.
Limited access to health insurance is often the biggest challenge in accessing such care, county officials said. A recent town hall by Nassau County’s mental health, chemical dependency and developmental disabilities services department held at Nassau Community College, shared some of the options people might have, health insurance or not.
The gathering outlined a plethora of resources available within the county beginning, of course, with calling 911 for medical, police, fire, or rescue emergencies. But there’s additional help available — 988 — for confidential emotional support involving thoughts of suicide or any other emotional distress.
For those seeking to seek help in-person, Nassau County offers more than 50 resources, organization that have pledged to help the community, even if paying for those services might be an issue.
One of those newest resources set to begin next year is with the Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services. Jaclyn McCarthy, the center’s division director, said there’s often a genetic component for poor mental health, where people may be predisposed to developing some of the inabilities to manage stress or difficult situations in their life. Environmental factors, as well as sleep deprivation, or social factors like unstable relationships or substance abuse, can influence someone’s need to seek treatment.
But McCarthy also notes people often don’t seek help because of the stigma associated with addressing mental health. For instance, cultural taboo can deter people who desperately want to better themselves.
“People don’t feel as though they are going to be perceived in the same way by family or friends — or their employer — if they say that they’re struggling,” McCarthy said. “So people don’t speak up about it, and people don’t access the resources. But part of what all of us here today are really here to talk about is how to stand up and talk about it, and allow people to feel more comfortable with it so that we can help reduce that stigma for everyone.”
Treatment is different for every person, but individual therapy is a standard practice for those seeking help.
■ Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services
— Projected to open in early 2024
■ Family Treatment and Recovery Center — (516) 746-0350
■ Long Island Addiction Center — (516) 788-6449
■ Mercy Recover House — (516) 868-2244
■ The Charles Evans Center — (516) 622-8888
“We ask what do they want to get out of these sessions, and what are their biggest struggles so that we can help tailor intervention specifically for them,” she said. “Not everyone needs to take medication or is even encouraged to take it. It depends on their situation.”
Patients seeking treatment for substance use or behavioral issues hang on to the patterns and habits that don’t suit them because they’ve used them to cope with their stress,” McCarthy said. A major part of a patient’s treatment is to help them understand that relapse can potentially happen.
“We try to help them identify it before it happens so that they can put their coping skills in place prior to struggling with a relapse,” she said.
“We all want the same goal. We all want to make sure that individuals have help for whatever they need help
Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 6 p.m.
At this event, you will have the opportunity to speak with Hofstra faculty, and learn about services offered by Residence Life, Student Financial Services, and the Center for Career Design and Development. You can also virtually tour our beautiful 244-acre campus.
For event details and to RSVP, please visit hofstra.edu/gradoh.
The Woodward Center, known for its unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional special education, joyously commemorated its yearly graduation ceremony on June 26. The event featured a lineup of distinguished speakers, including Mayor Robert T. Kennedy of Freeport, who delivered an inspiring speech to honor the graduating class. For more on this story, refer to page 3.
William Rockensies was appointed to chair the Nassau County Industrial Development Agency, which is a public benefit corporation that aims to support and promote economic and employment development across the county.
As chairman, Rockensies will continue to support the expansion of existing businesses and incentivize new businesses to find a home in Nassau, while generating jobs that aids in the long-term growth of the county’s tax base.
“Mr. Rockensies has all the tools to facilitate the continued prosperity of the NCIDA and we look forward to seeing the organization thrive under his guidance,” County Executive, Bruce Blakeman said in a news release.
Rockensies is a senior vice president at H2M Architects + Engineers, where his primary responsibility is director of the Melville-based firm’s construction services division.
“The role of the Nassau IDA and its impact on our economy have never been more important,” he said in the release. “Rising costs of both project financing and construction as well as the fact that today’s companies have limitless options of where they call home means we have an obligation to our residents to ensure that companies know Nassau County is open for business.”
His previous civic involvement included serving as commissioner of engineering in the Town of Hempstead, as a civil engineer within the Village of Freeport’s Public Works Department and being ac Commissioner of the Cathedral Garden Water District.
For more information on the county’s IDA, go to NassauIda.org.
–Tayla Lippman
Courtesy Nassau IDA H2M ArcHitects + Engineers Senior Vice President William Rockensies is the new chairman of the Nassau County IDA.
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dedication and assistance. Working on this research project was a very enjoyable experience because I loved seeing how people defined happiness in their own words, and what personal attitudes/characteristics influence that happiness.”
Graham received enthusiastic responses from both teachers and students who took part in her survey. The idea for her research topic came to her during her junior year. She explained that she is generally a positive person, and wanted to investigate why people are the way they are.
“I wanted to apply this idea to a specific field,” Graham said in an email. “I wanted to research the psychology of happiness, because I wanted a deeper understanding of what happiness really means to people, what factors influence it, and where it comes from.”
Her work earned a first-place honor in the Teen Mental Health and Well-Being category at the esteemed Long Island Youth Summit competition. The program’s director highlighted the formidable competition in this category and lauded Graham’s accomplishment.
She was also selected to present her research at the American Psychology Society conference in Washington, D.C., in May.
“Winning this prestigious award made me feel very appreciative, as I was able to share my knowledge and research with a group of people who possessed similar interests,” Graham wrote of the Long Island Youth Summit Honor. “I felt so excited to present my research to a group of like-minded researchers.”
Throughout her project, Graham received guidance from her science teacher at Sacred Heart, Stephen Sullivan, who nurtured her ideas and thought process.
“One of the best things I can say about her is that her research topic fits her very well,” Sullivan said. “She
studied the psychology of happiness, and she is the most outgoing, charming, happiest kid that I have ever met in 40 years of teaching. You can’t spend more than five minutes with Madeline Graham without coming away with a smile on your face.”
Amore, the recently retired principal of Sacred Heart, also commended Graham and expressed pride in having her as a student at the school. Sacred Heart faculty and students voted to award Graham the Lead with Heart medal at graduation. “What makes Maddie so remarkable is that she’s a born leader, but she leads not only with her keen mind but also with a heart that is compas-
sionate, courageous and committed,” Amore said.
Graham will attend Marist College, in Poughkeepsie, in the fall, where she has been accepted into a five-year accelerated program in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences and plans to earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in both elementary and special education.
Looking ahead, Graham hopes to see the world and work with underprivileged children in underdeveloped countries. She also hopes to contribute to U.S. education policy by advocating for the importance of education and striving to improve the country’s school system.
A manuscript that underwent a rigorous review by a group of seven Freeport students has now been published in the esteemed November 2022 issue of “Frontiers for Young Minds,” an international journal dedicated to delivering cutting-edge research information to school children aged 8 to 18.
Last year, a team of Freeport High School students, namely Jayden Easy, Jonovan Figueroa, Jeffrey Hernandez, Shania Lall, and Chase deVerutil, along with J.W. Dodd Middle School students Daniella Lopez and Angelique Picado, were bestowed with the opportunity to review and provide valuable feedback on a scientific manuscript. They collaborated with Dr. Sabine Kastner from Princeton University and her graduate student Ivette Planell-Mendez throughout the process.
The manuscript, authored by renowned scientist Bert Sakmann, delved into his groundbreaking discovery of ion channels in the brain. This significant scientific breakthrough paved the way for the development of drugs used in the treatment of epilepsy and heart-rate disorders. Dr. Sakmann’s remarkable achievement was acknowledged with a Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine.
The published article proudly displays the first names of the Freeport students who dedicated their time and efforts to reviewing and offering their insights on the manuscript. Their valuable contributions can be found on the first page, along with a brief biography of each student at the conclusion of the article. The Freeport School District commends these exceptional students for their invaluable contributions to this crucial scientific research manuscript.
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Paola L. Alvarez
Herlin E. Arriaza Salazar
Azi L. Avant
Mateo G. Banegas Rodriguez
Noah G. Batista
Jordan E. Battaglia
Elias A. Bautista
Olivia M. Beepath
Justin Betances
Samaya I. Bissoondath
Christian E. Blanco
Julieta Buitrago Salazar
Cadence E. Butler
Eduard B. Cabrera Posada
Kimberly V. Castro
Lizbeth Castro Carranza
Chloe E. Clifford
Alice H. Cruz Quintanilla
Omar Deljanin
Ace A. Douglas
Mayla T. Duroseau
Priscilla Encalada Olivia R. Fabb
Darwin Y. Flores Fernandez
Derek J. Flores Mendez
Jacob A. Garcia Ventura
Caira C. Golding
Maya D. Gonzalez
Katherine A. Guaman Portillo
Loany M. Guzman Ramirez
Brian A. Hagigal
Nyla H. Hayes
Dylan X. Hernandez
Sophia E. Hernandez Castro
Liam A. Hernandez Estrada
Angeli Y. Hernandez Guardado
Jabin I. Hernandez-Arevalo
Joseph G. Hidalgo
Wilf J. Jacinthe
Alexa K. Jerez Lamar
Cayden E. Jeronimo
Emily D. Leon Reyes
Harry K. Lin
Maria V. Lopez Recarte
Alexa C. Martinez
Carter V. Martinez
Carmine R. Medina
Duvier A. Mencillas Bustillo
Harrieth D. Miranda Garrido
Mizaylee A. Monserrate
Jaylen T. Moore
Aaron J. Paulema
Maia E. Pena
Amalia M. Pena-Guzman
Noah A. Perez
Kendy S. Portela Pineda
Lorenzo M. Putzer
Jared I. Quito
Alan I. Ramirez Guevara
Londyn K. Reeder
Zoe F. Rivera Velasquez
Gianni D. Rodriguez
Melanie J. Rodriguez
Samiya J. Singh
Jasper K. Trotman 3rd
Daniel R. Urena Calderon
Genesis M. Vargas
Giovanni M. Vespier
Thea V. Wells
Isaac S. Williams
ROtARY cLuBs jOin forces for day of service supporting homeless veterans, with the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Club leading an event at Freeport High School where volunteers braved the rain to pack essential items, marking a broader initiative by Rotary clubs to make a lasting impact in their communities through various charitable activities.
Rotary clubs from various locations came together for a day of service dedicated to supporting homeless veterans on May 20.
One of the events was sponsored by the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Club and took place at Freeport High School where volunteers gathered to bag essential items such as towels, t-shirts, underwear, and socks. The purpose was to provide these items to homeless veterans in need of general services.
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The event garnered community attention and support, with residents encouraged to donate to the cause. Legislative Debra Mulé made an appearance to show support at the event. Despite the rainy weather, people still turned out to contribute, donating goods and lending their assistance in sorting and packing the donations.
Volunteers from Rotary clubs, including American Rotary and Hempstead Union, were present at the event. Additionally, members of the Interact Club, a high school club affiliated with Rotary, also participated.
Together, they managed to pack around 300 bags filled with essential items. The significance of this event to the community cannot be overstated as the Rotary Day of Service aimed to rally support for veterans throughout the day. Similar events were held in different locations across the Northeast, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. Each event focused on supporting a local charity
and providing assistance in various forms.
This day of service was not an isolated event but part of a broader initiative by Rotary clubs. They seek to organize more extensive, one-off events that bring volunteers together to make a significant impact in their communities. By partnering with local charities like General Needs, whose representatives have spoken at Rotary club meetings, they strive to extend a helping hand where it’s most needed.
In addition to the event at Freeport High School, the Rotary clubs have been actively involved in other charitable activities. They contributed to the American Dream Vision Carnival during Memorial Day weekend, providing essential items such as hand sanitizers and offering general support. Moreover, in April, they assisted high school students who couldn’t afford prom dresses or suits, making sure they could attend this memorable event.
Looking ahead, the Rotary clubs are committed to continuing their charitable endeavors. They have organized food drives, with club members collecting donations at their offices and later donating them to the Salvation Army. Additionally, they are currently involved in helping a young girl receive life-saving open-heart surgery through the Gift of Life program.
The Rotary community has demonstrated its dedication to service not only locally but also on a global scale. Rotarians have actively participated in earthquake relief efforts in Turkey earlier this year, providing supplies and assistance to the affected regions. Their commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those in need around the community.
Photos courtesy the Freeport-Merrick Rotary ClubCar shows are a summertime staple. You’ll find them most everywhere.
One that certainly attracts attention — from locals and car enthusiasts from all over — is Cruise Night. The most popular car show on the North Shore is back, and folks from across Long Island have begun making their weekly pilgrimage to Oyster Bay each Tuesday to enjoy the sights and sounds of cars from every decade.
A vast range of vehicles are on display, from Ford Model Ts to 1960s Thunderbirds and exotic Maseratis and Lamborghinis. According to George Hanley — who has participated with his 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 for more than a decade — it’s not just the cars that draw people, but the sense of community among the car lovers that makes Cruise Night unique.
“The cars are a good reason, but the old friends are also a fun thing to run into,” Hanley says. “It’s a nice night. It’s not rowdy. It’s a real good old-fashioned car show.”
Wandering through Audrey Avenue in the heart of the hamlet is something to behold. Visitors are surrounded by the beautifully refurbished and lovingly cared-for cars, with bright paint jobs and popped hoods. The aromas of beer from the local brewery and cigar smoke waft over. Music played on the street lends a lively backdrop.
The event, organized weekly by the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce, also puts the lovely and historic hamlet on display. From the classic architecture and smalltown feel, to the numerous restaurants and stores of all sorts, Cruise Night offers car enthusiasts — and those who drop by — to check out the scene. Not just the vintage cars, but an opportunity to enjoy the many amenities Oyster Bay has to offer.
By Karen Bloom• Saturday and Sunday, noon-4 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Emily Lowe Hall Gallery, South Campus, Hempstead. For information and to RSVP, call (516) 463-5672, or visit Hofstra.edu/museum
Stand,” Hofstra University Museum of Art’s new exhibition, examines power of the arts in society.
Whether you want to take a break from the heat and pop into Theodore’s Books to browse their wide collection, or get a bite to eat at local favorites like Taby’s Diner or 2 Spring, the evening is not just a celebration of great cars, but a showcase of Oyster Bay itself. Ravin Chetram, vice president of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich chamber, says it doesn’t just put the hamlet on the map, but strengthens the many local businesses by drawing crowds to the community.
Alexandra Giordano — the museum’s assistant director of exhibition and exhibit underscores artists’ civic responsibility and influence. the vital role that artists have in activating democratic values that and freedom, encouraging civic engagement, and cultivating unity,” “Artists often lead the charge and expose truths that may otherwise be in this exhibition take a stand and call out injustices through their art issues such as immigration, gender, reproductive rights, mass incarceration, bias, gun violence, and promises unfulfilled. They all combine the making service that has a grassroots approach in the hope of mobilizing their the nation to ignite movement, create awareness, and inspire others to which runs through July 28, is in conjunction with Hofstra’s conference on the Barack Obama presidency coming up in April. interested in the idea that the artist has a civic responsibility,” says Karen Albert. “The initial idea for this exhibition was inspired by Administration White House briefing that took place on May 12, 2009, 60 artists and creative organizers met with administration officials to collective power of the arts to build community, create change, and chart national recovery in the areas of social justice, civic participation and unlike other recent exhibits that showcased the museum’s collection, Giordano reached out to contemporary artists who loaned selected works. Some 36 pieces are on view — representing Emma Amos, Molly Crabapple and the Equal Justice Initiative, Miguel Luciano, Michele Pred, Hank Willis Thomas, and Sophia climate is now, this exhibit could not be more timely than Albert adds. highlights, she points to the series of prints from the Freedoms. Their four large scale photos are based on 1943 oil paintings inspired by President Franklin D.
“It’s such a great event, it really brings people out to enjoy Oyster Bay
during the summer,” Chetram says. “Cruise Night is just one of those things that makes our community so special.”
This year also marks the first time that Cruise Night is partnering with Rallye BMW, which has taken on a more active role in the hamlet since the recent closure of Oyster Bay BMW. Nick Soldo, Rallye’s senior client advisor, and his team are on-site, pleased to be involved with the community.
“We’re here for everybody,” Soldo says.
“We want to make a bigger presence in Oyster Bay for both the clients of BMW, and the residents of Oyster Bay.”
Top: Debbie Dugan and her 19-year old dog Sammy drove from Glen Head in her 1951 Chevy pick-up.
Bottom left: Danny Grella, right, and his son Donato came out from Glen Cove and had a great time at Cruise Night.
Bottom right: Cruise Night is Shangri-la for car enthusiasts.
Pat McGann is quickly rising as one of the sharpest stand-ups on the comedy scene. A relative latecomer to comedy, he began doing standup at 31 after realizing he was not very good at selling packaging. He hustled his way to become the house emcee at Zanies Chicago, where he distinguished himself as especially adept at working the crowd. A husband and father of three young children, McGann’s appeal stems from his quick wit and relatable take on family life and marriage. In 2017, McGann began touring as the opening act for Sebastian Maniscalco, moving with him from clubs to theater, to arenas, including four soldout shows at Madison Square Garden. McGann’s relatively short, but impressive resume, includes Montreal’s famed Just For Laughs Festival, Gilda’s LaughFest, The Great American Comedy Festival, and more. McGann still calls Chicago home.
It’s always 5 p.m., somewhere, so get into the vibe with Jimmy Kenny and his band. They’Il provide the soundtrack for an evening of summer fun, playing the best of Jimmy Buffett, Kenny Chesney and Zac Brown, as well as country favorites, summer pop, yacht rock, reggae, and tropical classics. The Long Island-based band has been delighting audiences with their beach country sounds for more than 12 years. Popular up and down the Northeast coast — from Maine to Maryland — their appealing mix of singalong hits and feel-good, easy living vibes always gets everyone in the groove. Get that ‘toe-in-thesand while wasting away with a margarita’ feeling and party on with Paul C. Cuthbert (aka Jimmy Kenny) on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, Linn DeMilta (aka Lovely Linn) on lead and backing vocals, Luis Rios on lead guitar and backing vocals, Frank Stainkamp on keyboards and backing vocals, drummer Mike Vecchione, and Dan Prine on bass.
BALDWIN HERALD — February 9, 2023
Saturday, July 8, 8 p.m. $35, $25, $20, $15. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
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Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. $40, $35, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Now in its 18th year, Adelphi University’s ‘new music’ series welcomes Yarn/Wire. The intrepid New York-based piano-percussion quartet has forged a singular path with endlessly inventive collaborations, commissions and performances that have made a significant contribution to the canon of experimental works. The quartet features founding member Laura
Those vibrant sounds of the swing era can be heard at the Madison Theatre, when Swingtime returns with another high-octane concert. Since their 2012 debut performance here, Swingtime is proud to have become known as the Madison’s ‘house band.’ Their ‘homecoming’ includes a host of swingin’ hits from the Great American Songbook — all connected to the concept of ‘home.’ The band expertly recreates the music of Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Harry James, and Gene Krupa, along with their engaging vocalists saluting such legendary singers as Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, and the immortal Frank Sinatra.
Swingtime maintains its tradition of celebrating the 100th birthdays of the iconic musicians who created this quintessential American art form — their 2023 centennial spotlight is on the amazing trumpeter, composer/ arranger and bandleader Thad Jones.
Sunday, July 9, 3 p.m. $30-$40. Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. MadisonTheatrenNY.org or call (516) 323-4444.
change the world? It’s a question at the focus of our collective centuries. Now as society the complexities of modern life, path for social change is at the artistic expression.
Get your boogie on with The Disco Nights, appearing on The Paramount stage, Friday, July 7, 8 p.m.
If you like The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Chic and the whole Studio 54 soundtrack, you’re going to love The Disco Nights. Everyone will feel like dancing at this tribute to an unforgettable era. Relive those “Saturday Night Fever” moments with this dynamic act, featuring vocalists Alessandra Guercio, Jerome Bell and Adam Bastien from “American Idol” and “The Voice.”
They’re backed by one of the tightest bands around, veterans of the New York City music scene. The band includes Musical Director and Billboard charting superstar JJ Sansaverino on guitar, Stanley Banks on the bass, Etienne Lytle and Patrick Firth on the keys, Damon DueWhite on the drums, and Danny Sadownick on percussion. Throw on top of that a load of super-fun choreography, audience participation, props and costumes — and you have a party that audiences don’t want to leave. The beat goes on and on, with overthe-top renditions of the decade’s most vibrant songs as Studio 54 comes to life once more. $35, $30, $25, $15. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Join Nassau County Museum Director Charles A. Riley II, PhD, for a Director’s Seminar, Sunday, July 9, 3 p.m.
He’ll discuss “Oscar Wilde: The Critic and His Artists,” examining the endlessly fascinating author who was connected to a glittering circle of artists. His friends included Toulouse-Lautrec (who painted his portrait on the eve of his legal demise), the Pre-Raphaelites BurneJones, Morris and Millais, Whistler and Sargent (his neighbors on Tite Street in London’s Chelsea), and the naughty prodigy Aubrey Beardsley. Participation is limited; registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Nassau County Museum of Art’s exhibition, “Eye And Mind: The Shin Collection,” highlights the extraordinary collection masterworks assembled by 31-year-old connoisseur Hong Gyu Shin, an internationally recognized figure in the global art world. He shares his treasures, including works by Whistler, Lautrec, Boucher, Daumier, Delacroix, Klimt, Schiele, Balthus, Warhol, de Kooning, Gorky and many other important names from art history provocatively juxtaposed with the painting and sculpture of our own time from both Asia and the West. On view through July 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Hang out with some Long Island Children’s Museum’s “residents,” Saturday, July 8, 1:30-2 p.m. Join an animal educator in the Yellow Studio in the Feasts for Beasts Gallery to learn what goes into the care of LICM’s animals. Observe animal bath time. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 2245800 or LICM.org.
Join the 2023 Nassau Library Tour Road trip and visit as many of Nassau’s public libraries as you can through Aug.12. Each one is your gateway into a new community. Visit the library, then explore the attractions, restaurants, and parks nearby. Take a self-guided tour as a family or a team of friends, or go solo. Plus, you’ll collect prizes and invaluable memories along the way. Visit all 59 libraries to be entered to win one of the grand prize raffle baskets! Get started by picking up a map at Freeport Memorial Library. For more information, visit Tour. NassauLibrary.org.
Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.
Enjoy some summer tunes at the Esplanade on Freeport’s Nautical Mile, with the Ad Lib Steel Band, Thursday, July 13, 7-8:30 p.m. Rain or shine, the music will go on. Visit the website for more information at Liacfreeport.org.
Stroll Old Westbury Gardens with Gabriel Willow, a New York Citybased urban naturalist and environmental educator, Saturday, July 8, 7:309:30 p.m. He will lead a walk through the gardens to listen and look for bats while discussing bat ecology and conservation. All ages are welcome. Space is limited and reservations are required. Rain date is Saturday, July 15. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.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.
Plaza Theatricals brings the iconic musical “Rent,” back to the stage, Friday, July 21, 7:30 p.m. The acclaimed reimagining of “La Vie Boheme,” loosely based on Puccini’s opera and set on East Village streets, fire escapes, tenements, and cafes. This groundbreaking roller coaster ride depicting the joys and sorrows of an eclectic, diverse group of young artists and activists is always captivating. It’s performed at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $35, $30 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.
Practice the “art” of looking at art at Nassau County Museum of Art, Thursday, July 27, 10-11 a.m., with NCMA Director of Education Laura Lynch. Mindful looking invites you to observe, question, and calmly reflect in a relaxed and supportive environment free of distraction. It’s an opportunity to experience and enjoy the art in the galleries or sculpture garden, together, making personal connection. $10. Space is limited and registration required. Also Aug. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 4849337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Mark your calendars for a spectacular display of fireworks by Grucci dazzle the night sky during the Freeport Fireworks show, Friday, July 7, starting at 9:30 p.m. at the picturesque Guy Lombardo Marina. Spectators in the Nautical Mile area will have the perfect vantage point to witness the breathtaking spectacle. In case of inclement weather, rain date has been set for July 8. The Village of Freeport, in collaboration with the Freeport Chamber of Commerce, hosts this memorable event.
Enjoy some summer tunes at the Esplanade on Freeport’s Nautical Mile, with the Ad Lib Steel Band, Thursday, July 6, 7-8:30 p.m. Rain or shine, the music will go on. Visit the website for more information at Liacfreeport.org.
During their monthly luncheon event organized by the Freeport Chamber of Commerce at Hibiscus at 23 Woodcleft Ave on June 13, Freeport Fire Department Executive Director Raymond F. Maguire took the stage as a special guest speaker.
Maguire’s presentation focused on a crucial topic he dubbed, “How to save money and help you sleep through the night,” delving into the importance of fire safety measures for businesses and the integral role of the Fire Department in safeguarding the community.
During his presentation, Maguire shed light on the historical ties between the Freeport Fire Department and the community. He highlighted that the incorporated village of Freeport was founded within a firehouse, emphasizing the department’s longstanding commitment to giving back through various services and active participation in community events.
Maguire’s talk transitioned into discussing the significance of the Knox Box system, which has the potential to save businesses substantial sums of money. Explaining the concept, he described the Knox Box as a safety measure that facilitates more efficient handling of dangerous situations for both firefighters and building or business owners. Essentially,
the Knox Box is a secure box installed outside the building, containing keys that firefighters can use to gain access during emergencies, eliminating the need for
forced entry. The objective is to enable firefighters to quickly retrieve the key, granting them swifter access and allowing them to carry out their duties more effectively.
Maguire stressed the importance of time in firefighting scenarios, as fires can escalate rapidly while firefighters strive to gain entry through forced means.
Maguire underscored the significant impact of such precautions, emphasizing their ability to save time, money, jobs, and lives while benefitting the entire community. Reflecting on the added layer of security provided by the Knox Box, Maguire said, “If we’re able to get the fire before it activates sprinklers, that’s significant, but if we’re delayed and that’s happened, it can be exponentially worse, so, the Knox Box is a whole other dynamic.”
The Chamber of Commerce members were keenly interested in the Knox Box system and expressed their gratitude to Maguire for his insightful presentation on this vital topic.
Jorge A. Martinez, a Chamber of Commerce member and village trustee, praised Maguire’s dedication and the exceptional work of the Fire Department, referring to it as the finest department in New York State. Martinez recognized Maguire’s contributions and the critical role played by the Fire Department in ensuring the safety of the community.
“We are so lucky to have Ray with us and working for us,” Martinez said. “We have absolutely no issue with the fire department, it is by far the best department in New York State. A lot of credit goes to this man.”
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR HOME
EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES ACE 2005-HE5, Pltf. vs. CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON, et al, Defts. Index #19083/08.
Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered November 19, 2015 and order appointing substitute referee entered May 22, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 27, 2023 at 3:30 p.m., prem. k/a 36 John Street, Roosevelt, NY 11575 a/k/a Section 55, Block 422, Lot 146, 147 and 148. Said property beginning at a point on the East side of John Street, distant 313.38 ft. North from the point of intersection of the East side of John Street and the North side of Debevoise Avenue; being a plot 150 ft. x 75 feet. Approx. amt. of judgment is $500,362.84 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. MALACHY
LYONS JR., Referee. STEIN, WIENER & ROTH, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 1400 Old Country Road, Ste. 315, Westbury, NY. File No. 69918- #100486
140262
LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU
FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Plaintiff -against- SUSAN DAVY, ALEXANDER MEMBRENO, JOHN DAVY AND JENNE CICHOSZ, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated January 9, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at (CCP) Calendar Control Part Court Room of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY on July 26, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, County of Nassau and state of New York, bounded and described as follows:
BEGINNING at a point on the Westerly side of Delaware Avenue, distant 74.09 feet Southerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the Westerly side of Delaware Avenue with the Southerly side of W. Seaman Avenue; being a plot 50.59 feet by 105.96 feet by 50 feet by 100.69 feet. Section: 54 Block: 458 Lot: 30 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 89 DELAWARE AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY Approximate amount of lien $364,038.12 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 007822/2013. MALACHY
LYONS, JR., ESQ., Referee
David A. Gallo & Associates
LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 7254.8389 {* FREEPORT LEADER*} 140339
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S.
BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 1998-R3, V. OWEN PATTERSON ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF KEVIN J. PATTERSON A/K/A KEVIN
JOHN PATTERSON, ET.
AL. NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated December 19, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES
1998-R3 is the Plaintiff and OWEN PATTERSON ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF KEVIN J. PATTERSON A/K/A KEVIN JOHN PATTERSON, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 25, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 122 SPORTSMAN AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520: Section 62, Block 88, Lot 6 & 107: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED 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 # 021184/2008. Richard Kerins, 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. 140344
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VERUS SECURITIZATION TRUST
2020-NPL1, Plaintiff, vs. ROOSEPORT BUILDERS 18, INC., ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 12, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 27, 2023 at 3:00 p.m., premises known as 201 Brookside Avenue a/k/a 201 North Brookside Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575. 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 36, Block J and Lots 127 & 129.
Approximate amount of judgment is $624,042.24 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600413/2022. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Malachy
Patrick Lyons, Jr., Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 212064-2 140353
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 24, 2023 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 76539
140242
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. FERNANDO CUNHA, Pltf. vs. TAMARA L. CARTER, HEIR OF JOSEPH WILLIAM CARTER A/K/A JOSEPH WILLIAM CARTER SR., UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JOSEPH WILLIAM CARTER II, HEIR OF JOSEPH WILLIAM CARTER A/K/A
JOSEPH WILLIAM CARTER SR., et al, Defts. Index #611620/2017. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered March 24, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the north side front steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 26, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., prem. k/a 236 North Columbus Avenue, Freeport, NY a/k/a School District 9, Section 55, Block 383, Lot 293, Group Lots 293-294. Approx. amt. of judgment is $11,510.75 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Foreclosure auction will be held “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, then the court appointed referee will cancel the auction.
JANINE LYNAM, Referee, BRONSTER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf. 156 West 56th Street, Ste. 703, New York, NY. File No. 307580.021- #100491
140260
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST
2007-WFHE3, ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES
2007-WFHE3, Pltf. vs. NELSON BONILLA, et al, Defts. Index #17757/2011. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered November 9, 2016 and order appointing a substitute referee to sell entered April 19, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the north side front steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 27, 2023 at 3:30 p.m., prem. k/a 2 Sportsman Avenue, Freeport, NY a/k/a Section 62, Block 78, Lot 11. Said property beginning at the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of Archer St. with the westerly side of Sportsman Avenue; Running thence along the westerly side of Sportsman Avenue southerly 5 degrees 30 minutes East 84 ft. to a point; Running thence SW, 46 ft. to a point; Thence NW, 27.31 feet; Running thence NE, 84.53 ft. to the southerly side of Archer Street; Running thence along the southerly side of Archer St. NE, 61.75 ft. to the corner aforesaid the point or place of beginning. Approx. amt. of judgment is $501,224.01 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale MALACHY LYONS, JR., Referee. STEIN, WIENER & ROTH LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 1400 Old Country Road, Ste. 315, Westbury, NY. File No. 69289#100512 140264
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR TRUMAN 2016 SC6 TITLE TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. CURLINE J. BRETT, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 7, 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 25, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 50 Mirin 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 454 and Lots 130-132. Approximate amount of judgment is $352,169.01 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 610032/2017. 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. George Peter Esernio, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 190221-1 140267
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT- COUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF PEOPLE’S FINANCIAL REALTY MORTGAGE SECURITIES
TRUST, SERIES 20061, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1, Plaintiff, AGAINST CHERYL PILGRIM CLARKE A/K/A CHERYL C. NEAL, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on May 5, 2023. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 26, 2023 at 2:00 PM premises known as 206 N Ocean Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. 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, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 55, Block 260 and Lot 3. Approximate amount of judgment $362,054.65 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #608090/2018. Brian Davis, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 140275
LEGAL NOTICE
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 27, 2023 at 2:30 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 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*}
140190
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU MID-ISLAND MORTGAGE CORP., Plaintiff -againstJEANINE FITZPATRICK, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on June 4, 2019, 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, NY on July 25, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Section 62 Block 90 and Lots 88 & 89. 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 302 ARTHUR STREET, FREEPORT, NY Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 000612/2017. MARK RICCIARDI, ESQ., Referee Terenzi & Confusione P.C. Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 401 Franklin Avenue, Suite 304, Garden City, NY 11530 {* FREEPORT LEADER*} 140192
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BRIANNA JADE MATEIKORODRIGUEZ, DOB: 11/17/2012 a minor child CASE NO.:23.CA.000006.
P1 NOTICE FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION By order of the court for service by publication dated June 6, 2023, you are hereby notified that on March 3, 2023, CHRISTIAN GUTIERREZ filed an action against you, CHRISTOPHER RODRIGUEZ, for the adoption of your minor child, BRIANNA JADE MATEIKO-RODRIGUEZ.
You are required to file with the Clerk of the Superior Court, and to serve upon Petitioner’s Attorney, Lacey M. Briasco, an answer in writing within sixty (60) days of June 9, 2023. Witness, the Honorable Tonny S. Beavers, Judge of the Superior Court of Paulding County, Georgia. This the 9th day of JUNE, 2023. Sheila Butler Clerk of the Superior Court Paulding County Superior Court Prepared by: /S/ LACEY M. BRIASCO Lacey M. Briasco Georgia Bar No. 345338 ATTORNEY FOR Petitioner Fennell, Briasco & Associates 2230 Towne Lake Parkway Building 600, Suite 140 Woodstock, GA 30189 140216
LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU LOANCARE, LLC, V. MICHAEL DORFMAN IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET. AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 22, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein LOANCARE, LLC is the Plaintiff and MICHAEL DORFMAN IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 28, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 254 PARK AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520: Section 54, Block 209, Lot 40 & 41: 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 Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 615349/2018. Jerry Merola, 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.
140394
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, FIRST GUARANTY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs. JENNIFER JONES, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Default Judgment and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, Amendment of Caption and Nunc Pro Tunc Relief duly entered on November 7, 2019, 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 on August 2, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 38 Frankel 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 54, Block 209 and Lot 151. Approximate amount of judgment is $345,498.96 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 604903/2019. 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. Charles Casolaro, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff 140406
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME
COURT COUNTY OF
NASSAU FEDERAL
NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION
ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Plaintiff AGAINST ELSA STEELE, NICKIA STEELE, ET AL., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 16, 2016, 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 27, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 41 DELISLE AVENUE, ROOSEVELT, NY 11575. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected,
situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 280, Lot 126 & 127. Approximate amount of judgment $237,989.11 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #010009/2014. 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”. Malachy Lyons Jr., Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 00-302234 76596 140206
LEGAL NOTICE
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARING
- July 20, 2023 NOTICE
IS HEREBY given that a Public Hearing with the Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled for Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 6:00P.M. in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Main Conference Room, 46 N. Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York on the appeals and applications of cases as they appear on the calendar; residential applications that do not extend their prior nonconforming status may be called first; public comment invited. It is anticipated that the Board will adjourn the legislative session and enter into Executive Session until 6:30P.M.
INTERESTED PROPERTY OWNERS and other persons should appear at the above time and place to have questions answered and to voice opinions. All applications are non-conforming with zoning regulations herein specified for the districts in which they are located.
Application #2023-7 - 65
Porterfield Pl., Residence
A - Section 54/Block 92/Lot
19 - Juan Puntiel - Maintain existing accessory awning. Variances: Village
Ordinance §210-6(A), §210-43A(2)- Required rear yard.
Application #2023-12 - 129-131 S. Main St., Manufacturing
- Section 62/Block 198/ Lot 318 - Rosa Galdamez - New opening to existing wall to join both stores- additional 1,420 sq. ft. Variances: Village Ordinance §210-6(A), §210-172(12)- Required parking spaces. BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pamela Walsh Boening, Village Clerk 140579
TO RESIDENTIAL HOUSES REBID FOR THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Agent of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for “EXTERIOR REPAIRS TO RESIDENTIAL HOUSES REBID” until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, at which time and place they will be opened publicly and read aloud.
Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be obtained by visiting the Village website at www.freeportny.gov or obtained at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, from 9:00 A.M. on Monday, July 10, 2023 until 4:30 P.M. Friday, July 21, 2023. There is no fee for a set of bid documents. Each bid must be accompanied by a bidder’s bond in the amount of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid insuring to the benefit of the Village of Freeport, or a certified check of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid, made payable to the Village of Freeport, to assure the entering of the successful bidder into a acceptable contract. The project calls for exterior repairs to residential houses within the Village of Freeport. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. Bids which, in the opinion of the Board, are unbalanced shall be rejected. In submitting a bid, bidders agree not to withdraw their bid within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof.
Purchasing Agent Village of Freeport VILLAGE OF FREEPORT Issue Date -July 6, 2023 140585
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, by virtue of the authority invested by law, shall conduct a public hearing to be duly held on the 14th day of August 2023, at 5:30 P.M., to consider the re-zoning application for Section 55, Block 232, P/O Lot 201 a/k/a 106 Broadway from Residence Apartment District to Residence Apartment District with a Golden Age Floating Zone.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing notice of public hearing shall be entered in the minutes of the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, and published in the Freeport Leader and a printed copy thereof
posted conspicuously in at least three (3) public places in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Nassau County, New York. STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU, VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, ss: I, PAMELA WALSH BOENING, Clerk of the Village of Freeport, Nassau County, New York, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of said notice duly authorized by the Board of Trustees of the said Village at a meeting of the Said Board of Trustees, calling for a public hearing to be duly held in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building of the Village of Freeport, 46 N. Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York on the 14th day of August 2023 at 5:30 P.M., and of the whole thereof, as entered upon the minutes of the proceedings of the said Board kept by me as Village Clerk. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Corporate Seal of said Village this 3rd day of July 2023. Pamela Walsh Boening Village Clerk Dated: Freeport, New York July 3, 2023
140586
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
LOCAL LAW NO.43-2023
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held on the 6th day of June, 2023, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No.43-2023, the following the closed of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Local Law No.432023, to amend Section 202-52 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead to repeal a bus stop location in Roosevelt. Dated: Hempstead, New York June 6, 2023. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR.
Supervisor KATE MURRAY
SupervisorTown Clerk
140477
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
LOCAL LAW NO. 422023 PLEASE TAKE
NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held June 6th, 2023, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 42-2023, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead
Local Law No.42-2023, amending Section 197-5 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include “ARTERIAL STOPS” at various locations. Dated: June 6, 2023 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR.Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 140473
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
LOCAL LAW NO. 412023 PLEASE TAKE
NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held June 6th, 2023, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 41-2023, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 41-2023, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations. Dated: June 6, 2023 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk140481
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 7/12/23 at 9:30 A.M. & 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:
-- THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 438/23. ROOSEVELT - Delier Mondesir, Renewal of grant to maintain 2-family dwelling., S/s E. Greenwich Ave., 273.77’ E/o Nassau Rd., a/k/a 30 E. Greenwich Ave. THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 P.M. 462/23. ROOSEVELTDeal Development Corp., Variances, subdivision of lot, lot area, front width from and on street line to front setback line, construct dwelling., N/s E. Pennywood Ave., 475.91’ W/o Park Ave. 463/23. ROOSEVELT - 3A Decatur LLC, Variances, subdivision of lot, lot area, front width from and on street line to front setback
line, maintain dwelling on lesser lot., N/s E. Pennywood Ave., 515.91’ W/o Park Ave., a/k/a 71 E. Pennywood Ave. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in Roosevelt within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny. gov/509/Board-of-Appeals
The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https:// hempsteadny.gov/576/ Live-Streaming-Video
Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it.
140511
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME
COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders CWABS, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006IM1, Plaintiff AGAINST Domenick Bonanno a/k/a Domenick Bonano; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 1, 2007 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 August 8, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 126 Westside Ave, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section: 62 Block: 139 Lot: 26. Approximate amount of judgment $522,492.54 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 008618/2006. 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.”
Scott H. Siller, 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) 4304792 Dated: May 25, 2023 140525
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, AS TRUSTEE FOR CIT MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, 2007-1, Plaintiff against MARIE BIENVENU, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 25, 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 August 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 19 West Roosevelt Avenue, Roosevelt, (Town of Hempstead) NY 11575. Sec 55 Block 427 Lot 50, 51, 52, & 253. 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. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $563,243.45 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 009997/2013. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 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.” Michael Zapson, Esq., Referee NY201800001134-1 140534
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF NASSAU FLAGSTAR BNK, FSB Plaintiff, Against ALCIDES CURTIS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/08/2016, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Front Steps of the Nassau County Courthouse, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. This Auction will be held rain or shine on 8/7/2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 28 Archer Street, Freeport, NY
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 62 Block 48 Lot 1 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $505,778.66 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 6561-14 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. Jane Shrenkel, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 6/6/2023 File Number: 17-301715 RS 140468
LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, v. VIOLETTE JUSTE, ET AL. Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on March 6, 2020, I, Jane Shrenkel, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on August 9, 2023 at The North Side Steps of The Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, County of Nassau, State of New York, 11501 at 2:00 PM the premises described as follows: 160 Whitehouse Avenue Roosevelt, NY 11575 SBL No.: 36-484-260 All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being at Roosevelt, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and the State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 617350/2018 in the amount of $568,455.73 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel. 855-227-5072 Tel.: 855227-5072 140470
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR THE
education at Tomlinson High School in Kingstree.
During World War II, Eugene joined the military and served in the 20th Army Air Force, 435th Aviation Squadron, a unit comprised of African American soldiers. He played a crucial role as an Aerial Gunner, handling bombs for the Boeing B-29 Superfortress. Rev. Purvis survived a challenging encounter with Japanese bomber planes on Saipan, where he tragically lost many friends but managed to protect himself by diving into a foxhole.
Eugene relocated to New York City after his military service, pursuing education at New York University and the New York Theological Seminary.
He worked as an optician and later became an Examiner on the NY State Board of Opticians. In the 1970s, he married Sylvia Sangle, defying social norms. Eugene dedicated over 50 years to community service, including leadership roles. Despite health challenges and amputations, he persevered and continued to inspire others. His legacy is one of service, resilience, and lasting impact.
Eugene passed away on February 5, 2021, at the age of 97. Throughout his remarkable life, Rev. Purvis made significant contributions and achieved numerous milestones that left a lasting impact on those around him.
Sylvia, an esteemed educator in her own right, contributed significantly to the community through her work at the Children’s World Montessori School and involvement with the AME Zion Church.
Sylvia passed away at the age of 77 on March 3, 2021, just 26 days after her husband. She was known for her loving nature, sense of humor, and deep faith. She wore beautiful church hats and cherished her favorite song, “Ave Maria.”
Born in Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines, Sylvia pursued a bachelor’s degree in optometry at the University of Santo Thomas before traveling to New York City in 1970 to obtain a master’s degree in optometry. It was there that she met Rev. Purvis, married and raised three sons together.
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Sylvia and Eugene became well-known figures in their community, with Rev. Purvis receiving recognition for his 97th birthday and his service in World War II. They received support from numerous individuals, family members, and organizations such as Freeport Cares, the Salvation Army, Island Harvest, and more, which assisted them with various needs, including donations, home repairs, and healthcare.
“Through their love of God and devotion to selfless service, Rev. Eugene Purvis and Sylvia Purvis made a tremendous impact upon countless lives in our community,” Abrahams said.
The renaming ceremony, which took place on June 19 marked the official unveiling of the “Rev. Eugene and Sylvia Purvis Corner.” This honorary street name change stands as a symbolic gesture, preserving the cherished memory of the couple’s outstanding contributions to both the nation and the Freeport community.
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Q. We’ve been homeowners for three years, and from Day One we wanted to open the kitchen to this strange back room that steps down and has two different roofs with different angles. The room steps down from the kitchen, and then steps down again to the second half. Both roofs are very low pitched, with low ceilings, and we want to change the addition so we can make the kitchen bigger, and have an island and one floor level for everything. We have a lot of questions, like whether we need a permit (because the seller already got one), whether we can raise the roof to be close to the upstairs windows, how close we can go, and whether you would recommend a deck and sliding glass doors, or a patio with concrete stairs to the backyard?
A. It sounds like a mishmash of ideas and avoiding a professional went into this addition to begin with. It also sounds like the two rooms were built at different times, with different roofs. Saving money means doing things twice, and you’ll definitely need a permit for the work.
The roofs have to come off, and I generally try to keep the roof approximately six inches below the window trim or frame. The key is to avoid average snow buildup at the windows, while allowing for snow clearing if the windows start to be blocked by deeper snow. Usually, snow will melt from heat escape at the windows, but deeper snow will turn to ice, and freeze you in from emergency escape, and create the potential for water leakage at the windowsill when the ice melts.
The foundation should be checked by digging at a corner to see if the foundation wall is at least to the frost line at three feet deep. If it isn’t, as part of the cheaply built construction you described, you may need to rebuild the entire addition. Not having a deep enough foundation will lead to movement that presents cracking where the one-story portion meets the two-story building.
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Work with an architect or engineer. Get the project done professionally with permits. I’ll have more about door sizes and decks vs. patios next week. Good luck!
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Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan famously said that “being Irish means knowing that somewhere, somehow, the world is going to break your heart.”
The sports world equivalent of this Irish fatalism is being a Mets fan. I say this with all the authority of someone who has stood with the Mets since their opening day of spring training in 1962. That inaugural Mets team went on to lose a modern-era record 120 games — a record that still stands, and that was immortalized by New York’s classic wordsmith and blue-collar raconteur, Jimmy Breslin, in his masterful work “Can’t Anybody Here Play This Game?”
In fairness to the ’62 Mets, however, there was no reason to expect an expansion team to do well, since its roster comprised players rejected by all the other teams in the major leagues. Just seven years later, the 1969 Mets, under the leadership of manager Gil Hodges, stunned the baseball world by defeating the heavily favored Baltimore Orioles in the World
Series. A dynasty was born!
Or so Mets fans thought.
Instead, what we hoped would be a dynasty came undone. Johnny Murphy, the Mets’ general manager and the chief architect of the championship team, died of a heart attack in 1970. Then, in April 1972, Hodges, the team’s heart, soul and unquestioned leader, suffered a massive heart attack and died.
Except for a late-season surge that got the Mets into the 1973 World Series, their fans had to endure more than a decade of mediocre, losing baseball. Nothing personified the fans’ frustration and despair during those uninspiring days and years more than the front-office decision in 1976 to trade away Tom Seaver, perhaps the greatest pitcher of his era, for nonentities. That was a white flag of surrender.
Our hopes rose again in the early 1980s, when Frank Cashen took over as general manager, creating an outstanding farm system that produced the likes of Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry, and making trades for future Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter and MVP first baseman Keith Hernandez. This time Mets fans were convinced that a dynasty had been created, as the squad, under
Manager Wally Backman, finished a close second in the National League East in 1985, won a classic World Series over the Red Sox in ’86, finished second again in ’87 and captured a division title in ’88.
But this bubble burst as well, with the precipitous decline of superstars Gooden and Strawberry, brought on by cocaine addiction.
oOur hopes soared yet again in 1992, when the Mets gave mega-dollar contracts to stars including Bobby Bonilla, Vince Coleman, Bret Saberhagen and Eddie Murray. Pre-season experts had the Mets winning it all. Instead, the “Best Team Money Could Buy” failed miserably, winning only 72 games and finishing in fifth place in the NL East.
Fast-forward to 2015 and 2016, when the team assembled a young pitching staff of Matt Harvey, Jacob deGrom, Noah Syndergaard and Steven Matz, which appeared to have unmatched and limitless potential. Once more, we Mets fans were thinking dynasty. Instead, the star hurlers were all beset by arm injuries, and now they are no longer even with the team.
This year it was all going to be different. Building off last season’s 101 wins, owner Steve Cohen added future Hall of
Fame pitcher Justin Verlander to a staff headed by another future Hall shoo-in, Max Scherzer, and the incomparable reliever Edwin Diaz. Combined with slugger Pete Alonso, batting champion Jeff McNeil and established stars Francisco Lindor, Brandon Nimmo and Starling Marte, this seemed to guarantee at least a solid playoff berth, if not a pennant and a World Series title. Expectations were the highest they have been in years.
Instead, Diaz wrecked his knee celebrating a victory by Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic, and Verlander and Scherzer were sidelined by injuries, and still aren’t pitching near what was expected of them. The team’s hitting has yet to get untracked, and the bullpen has no depth. Bottom line: As of last Friday, the Mets were in next-to-last place in the N.L. East, 17-1/2 games behind the firstplace Atlanta Braves.
I know the season is barely half over, and miracles happen. But it looks like another disappointing summer ahead of us. How many times can the Mets break their fans’ hearts? Pat Moynihan might as well have been talking about our team. As for me, I’m afraid I’ll never learn. I’m hanging in there.
Let’s go, Mets!
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Ihave begun to worry about malaria, and I’m taking malaria prophylaxis, even though I’m not about to leave for a safari or the wilds of Myanmar anytime soon.
I’ll wager, right now, that I am the only non-traveling person in our entire reading area who is taking malaria prophylaxis. The disease is not endemic to the U.S., so why take a preventive? (Explanation to follow.)
ly (and this is what got me thinking), there has been serious concern about the mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus, a disease the bugs contract from infected birds.
Last week, in an effort to mitigate that threat, Nassau County sprayed vast tracts of the South Shore during the overnight hours. Go, big government!
in hours, and I didn’t get malaria, although I traveled for two more weeks through India. This led me to the logically flawed conclusion that I don’t need protection from malaria.
Randi is on a brief leave. This column was originally published Sept. 4-10, 2014.
RANDI KREISS
Even those who don’t venture beyond the bridges and tunnels, and don’t fancy foreign travel, know there are places in this world where the Anopheles mosquito carries malaria. It threatens 3.4 billion people, half the world’s population, almost all of whom live in developing countries. The disease killed some 650,000 people last year. You get a bite, a few days later your fever spikes and you begin to shake with bone-rattling chills. In many countries, there is no treatment available; people suffer and die.
Here on Long Island, we have relatively benign mosquitoes that crash our backyard barbecues, tormenting those who forget to use repellent. For decades they have been no more than a nuisance. But recent-
In the past, there have actually been small, isolated outbreaks of malaria in the U.S., caused by healthy mosquitoes biting sick people who carried the malaria parasites from their travels. The mosquitoes then bit other humans, spreading the disease. Those outbreaks were all easily contained, because we have a relatively efficient public health system.
While West Nile is a homegrown problem and our government is effectively addressing the threat, malaria is out of control in many areas of India, Southeast Asia and Africa.
We’re planning a trip to India and Africa later this year. Our doctor is adamant about requiring malaria prophylaxis. The best choice is Malarone, he says. Unfortunately, Malarone and I have a history. Several years ago, I took it when I traveled to Cambodia. On the fifth day of taking the pill, I got really sick. I figured it was the pill, and stopped taking it. I felt better with-
The doctor believes I may have gotten sick from something other than the medication. So he suggested I take Malarone for 10 days while I’m home and safe in my own neighborhood. Thus, the malaria prophylaxis. So far, so good. If the test goes well, I’ll take the pills every day during the trip. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, even the prophylaxis is only 90 percent effective, and travelers who visit African game parks are advised to wear cover-up clothing and to use repellant with DEET.
All this anticipatory medication has made me rethink the entire enterprise of foreign travel these days, especially to places like India and Africa. Fear of mosquitoes, I realize, is a metaphor for all the dangers of such travel. When I read the newspaper, I realize that malaria is probably the least-worst thing that might happen on a trip to sub-Saharan Africa. Is there a vaccine against al-Shabaab?
It’s easy to make the argument for staying stateside. And some of our friends and
family are urging us to reconsider our plans. Here at home we have clean food, pure water and relatively safe streets. There is good oversight of public services and infrastructure and transportation. Our doctors are well trained and available. There’s no Ebola.
On the other hand, you probably won’t see a rhino in the wild unless you travel, and you definitely won’t see Cape Horn or the lemurs of Madagascar.
I think the desire to travel beyond the I-95 corridor, the willingness to put up with inconvenience and risk and cost and medications, has to do with one’s basic philosophy of life. Or perhaps it’s just foolishness; I’m not sure which. Maybe it even has to do with one’s sense of mortality. We can play it safe, or we can seek out new experiences. I find myself thinking about people who live in Mumbai or Mombasa, and I want to see what their lives look like up close. I want to see the colors of another culture. I want to see the children’s faces.
After all, you and I won’t get to do this dance again. While we’re out on the floor, shouldn’t we kick up our heels?
Copyright 2023 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.
All this medication has me rethinking the entire enterprise of foreign travel.
nce again, a team with so much promise is near the bottom of the NL East.
Fireworks are a fun summer spectacle the whole family can enjoy. Millions across the country gathered to watch these colorful displays light up the night sky last weekend and on Tuesday, and similar shows will continue all summer.
Unlike some other parts of the country, however, New York does not allow the purchase or use of fireworks by anyone who is not a licensed professional with a permit.
Not that this law stops anyone, however. It may be illegal to buy, use, sell or transport fireworks in the state, but it’s not hard to make a quick run to a nearby state like Pennsylvania or Massachusetts, where buying them is legal, and simply bring them back home.
“I know many New Yorkers are eager to celebrate Independence Day this year, but we must ensure our celebrations are safe and fun,” New York Secretary of State Robert Rodriguez has said. “Around this holiday, the biggest threats to safety are very close to home. The Fourth of July is one of the holidays with the highest number of accidents.”
No matter how they’re obtained, these pyrotechnics can be extremely dangerous. Every year, nearly 10,000 people around the country — many between ages 20 and
To the Editor:
It’s no secret that over the last several years, Albany’s one-party rule has been taking the state in the wrong direction. Higher taxes, increased spending, new mandates, and policies that favor criminals over community safety are just some of the actions forced on Long Islanders by Gov. Kathy Hochul, the New York City politicians who control the State Legislature and their supporters in Albany.
Fighting for our communities and standing up for the issues that matter most to us is exactly why I wanted to serve as a state senator. Throughout the 2023 legislative session, that’s exactly what our team did.
We began the year by introducing the Rescue New York agenda — a comprehensive plan that provides sensible, commonsense solutions to fix the serious problems confronting our state. The plan would make New York safer, stronger, more affordable and more free. It would repeal the disastrous, broken cashless bail law that created a revolving door for criminals and prioritized them over law-abiding residents. It
24 — are treated for fireworks-related injuries. That’s one every hour of every day. The injuries can range from minor to severe burns and lacerations to the loss of limbs and, in rare cases, even death. While the use of firecrackers, bottle rockets, roman candles, spinners and other fireworks is illegal and highly discouraged, there are still far too many people willing to take the risk. That’s why the state’s Division of Consumer Protection advises anyone handling fireworks take necessary safety precautions:
■ Follow instructions on the packaging.
■ Keep a supply of water nearby.
■ Light only one firework at a time.
■ Never attempt to relight a “dud.”
■ Never, under any circumstances, point or throw fireworks toward anything or anyone.
In some parts of the state, groundmounted and handheld sparklers — known for their shower of colored sparks and crackling sound — are permitted outdoors, provided they meet guidelines governing the amount of pyrotechnic material inside. But that doesn’t mean these sparklers are harmless and safe for children to use. They can heat up to 800
degrees — hot enough to melt gold — and can easily set fire to clothing or hair.
In Nassau County, it is illegal to use, possess or sell fireworks — including sparklers. Doing so without a permit can be punishable as a misdemeanor or felony, and can include fines of $1,000 or more, and possibly even jail time.
Not only are fireworks illegal to use and own, but they are also a nuisance for neighbors and pets. Loud noises can traumatize animals, and in some instances even set off car alarms. The incendiary devices can also lead to property damage and fires in addition to injuries.
Let’s face it, nobody wants to spend a summer night in the emergency room — or weeks of the summer in a hospital burn unit. Parents should talk with their children about the hazards that can occur when handling illegal fireworks.
To protect yourself and your family, celebrate responsibly by attending one of the dozens of licensed fireworks displays conducted by professionals across Long Island.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder also remind all of us that in the event that illegal fireworks are taking place in your neighborhood, call your local police precinct.
each June, the LGBTQ+ community proudly celebrates our strength, unity and visibility during Pride month. From Hewlett to the Hamptons, Long Islanders joined their LGBTQ+ neighbors once again last month to honor our historic struggle for equality.
As usual, Long Island and New York showed up for Pride, but for many in our community, this year felt different.
A wave of bills targeting our rights have garnered widespread attention and outrage, sparking a dangerous rise in anti-LGBTQ+ incidents locally and nationally. According to the American Civil Liberties Union, nearly 500 such bills have been introduced in state legislatures so far this year.
In contrast, New York leaders are taking meaningful action on behalf of our community. Flanked by queer icons and elected officials from across the state, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation into law that will safeguard protections for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers – just moments
before marching in one of the world’s largest Pride celebrations.
While state leaders remain steadfast in their support, a largely unknown fight over our rights is currently playing out in federal courts, and it could have a devastating impact on the health of LGBTQ+ people here on Long Island.
In March, a decision by a federal judge in Texas, in Braidwood Management v. Becerra, ripped away nocost preventive health care from over 150 million Americans. If the decision is allowed to stand, health insurers will no longer be required to cover preventive screenings for serious conditions including HIV, cancer and heart disease.
In particular, the decision struck down access to PrEP, a life-saving medication that reduces the risk of contracting HIV from sex by 99 percent. PrEP is a key prevention strategy for ending the HIV epidemic in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Siding with the plaintiffs — a group of anti-LGBTQ+ business owners — the judge found that the Affordable Care Act’s coverage of PrEP violates religious freedom, which will allow individual
insurers to deny access to it.
The Braidwood ruling came a month before the entire Long Island congressional delegation voted for a default plan that could have put 2.3 million New Yorkers at risk of losing access to Medicaid.
Both the Braidwood decision and the nation’s neardefault on its debt make clear that Long Islanders’ care is under attack. Unfortunately, when given the chance to show independence and protect vital health services, U.S. Reps. George Santos, Anthony D’Esposito, Nick LaLota and Andrew Garbarino instead fell in line with the House leadership’s devastating proposal.
This is a critical moment for the LGBTQ+ community, and the changes brought on by Braidwood present an existential crisis. Our community is disproportionately affected by HIV infections. Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health found that the ruling could result in more than 2,000 entirely preventable HIV infections in the next year.
Here on Long Island, access to PrEP is crucial. Recent reports show that Nassau and Suffolk counties have the highest suburban rates of HIV infection in the state. A staggering 5,300 Long Islanders
would also cut taxes for residents, control state spending, and create jobs by improving New York’s worst-in-the-nation business climate.
This plan is essential to change many of the factors that are leading New York in the wrong direction — reckless criminal justice policies, runaway spending, and high taxes — and we will continue to fight for its passage.
We protected our suburban quality of life and worked in a bipartisan manner to defeat Hochul’s plan to override local zoning laws and force the construction of high-density, highrise housing within a half-mile radius of Long Island Rail Road stations. Under this proposal, residents of single-family would have seen apartment buildings put up next to their houses, eliminating our communities’ ability to determine for themselves how they grow, and virtually destroying the suburban character of our neighborhoods — the very reason many of us decided to live here in the first place.
Faced with the latest state budget in 13 years and spending that has increased by 35 percent under one-party rule in just five years, we spoke out, and voted against some other completely misguided proposals that are moving the state in the wrong direction, including Hochul’s plan to ban natural gas in newly constructed homes; congestion pricing, which is just another tax on commuters; the Clean Slate Act, which enables convicted felons to hide their criminal backgrounds; public financing of campaigns; legislation providing free health care benefits to illegal immigrants; and radical changes in election laws and the way Long Islanders cast their votes in local elections.
We continued the fight for more affordable water for South Shore residents by introducing legislation to provide state funding for the South Nassau Water Authority to fulfill its mission to study, negotiate and report on a possible transition from Liberty Water, a private, for-profit company, to public water so voters can make an informed decision — just as the
by Tim Bakerlive with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis.
If the Braidwood ruling is allowed to stand, many LGBTQ+ Long Islanders, especially those struggling to make ends meet, people of color and people with disabilities, will instead decide to forgo basic preventive services like PrEP simply because they can no longer afford them. While 66 percent of eligible white people in America are prescribed PrEP, just 16 percent of eligible Hispanics and 9 percent of eligible Blacks are prescribed the lifesaving drug. The Braidwood ruling will inevitably worsen existing disparities in New York and on Long Island.
Legal experts have highlighted that the Braidwood case was brought on by opponents of the ACA. Despite 79 percent of Americans supporting no-cost preventive care, Republicans in Congress continue to wage a war against the ACA, even as 214,000 New Yorkers rely on it.
On Long Island, we need Santos, D’Esposito, Garbarino and LaLota to stand up against this dangerous and deeply unpopular ruling. If they don’t, LGBTQ+ Long Islanders and our families will have to fight for our right to access life-saving health care next Pride Month.
David Kilmnick, Ph.D., is the president and founder of the New York LGBT Network, and assistant professor and chair of the Online MSW Program at the University of South Florida.
state is already providing for the North Shore Water Authority for the same purpose.
We successfully delivered-much needed funding for local food banks to address food insecurity in our communities, a serious problem that is being worsened by sky-high inflation that is driving up food prices.
These are just a few of the actions we took this year
to put our state back on the right track. The session may be over, but our work isn’t done. We will continue standing up for the issues that matter most to our communities and hard-working taxpayers.
Rhoads, a Republican, represents the 5th Senate District
our state leaders are supportive, but it’s another story in the federal courts.DaViD kiLmniCk STATE SEN. STEVE RHOADS
