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Long Beach schools may lose state aid about $35 billion in total aid for state schools next year, an increase of $825 million, or 2.4 G o v. K a t h y H o c h u l percent increase. It is the largannounced her proposed execu- est investment in education in tive budget for fiscal year 2025 the state’s history. “The loss of $4.3 million in on Jan. 16, revealing, among other things, the aid each school foundation aid in a single year is devastating for district would be our district, particreceiving — or losularly since the cut ing. comes without In Nassau Counwarning or prepaty, 10 districts are ration,” Schools set to lose some aid Superintendent Dr. funding in the proJennifer Gallagher posed spending said. “No district plan, including can absorb that Long Beach, level of loss without Oceanside, Island cuts to programs, Park, Lawrence and which ultimately Oyster Bay. In Sufaffect our students. folk, 34 districts We will be working would see less aid hard with our state money. representatives to This school year, DENNIS RYAN urge them to seek a t h e L o n g B e a ch President, reprieve so that we S c h o o l D i s t r i c t Board of Education can maintain our received just over student programs, $28 million in total aid. In the governor’s proposed particularly as we continue to budget, the district would recover from the pandemic.” In a letter to district families receive just over $25 million in 2024-25, a decrease of $3.3 mil- sent out on Jan. 24, Gallagher lion, or just under 12 percent. wrote, “A reduction in revenue The district’s foundation aid of this magnitude is really diffiwould drop from $19.5 million to cult for any district. It means that we will have to make subjust over $15 million. The governor’s plan includes Continued on page 4

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Welcoming the Year of the Dragon The public library will mark the Lunar New Year on Monday, in collaboration with Artists in Partnership, and feature the mythical monsters for which it is named. Story, more photos, Page 10.

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Short of money, L.B. Humane Society may close By ANGElINA ZINGARIEllo azingariello@liherald.com

The Long Beach Humane Society, which has been in operation since 1976, is at risk of closing amid a financial crisis worsened by the coronavirus pandemic. “It takes a lot of money to run a nonprofit, especially this size,” volunteer Kim Boley said. “Believe it or not, we might look small, but I would say we have almost 400 cats a year. That includes medical, it includes food, it includes labor, litter, or other things we need. With Covid, unfortunately, fundraising wasn’t a possibility. Regardless of how we tried, it wasn’t. So our savings were tapped into.” In 2020, the organization, now headquartered on Austin Boulevard in Island Park, suffered a steep drop in revenue from “gifts, grants, contri-

butions, and membership fees,” as revealed on its federal tax forms, from $75,208 in 2019 to $10,750. Subsequent years saw a recovery, with revenue increasing to $53,759 in 2021 and $72,933 in 2022. At this point, the nonprofit needs to raise $50,000 to stay afloat. Its Kitty Cove, a shelter and adoption center in Island Park, which typically cares for 70 to 100 kittens and cats, currently shelters 30. At the end of December, the organization temporarily stopped accepting additional animals in order to cut costs. “Some cats are residents, and you have to look at them and say, you know, at some point, are they going to lose their home?” Helen Aloi, the Humane Society’s director, said. “How do we stop that? So to stop something like that, and Continued on page 16

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Long Beach’s gymnasts wer among the many athletes competing and raising money for Memorial Sloan Kettering.

Long Beach athletics raises for MSK kids By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com

Long Beach High School holds a unique event called Beauty and the Beast night, where the gymnastics and wrestling teams share the gym for their respective meets, while also raising money for MSK Kids, Memorial Sloan Kettering’s pediatric program. This year’s invitational, which was the fourth and was held Jan. 25, was in honor of Lia Esposito. All proceeds were donated in her name. The crowd was energetic as the Long Beach cheerleaders entered the gym to the playing of the Olympic fanfare along with the Hewlett wrestling team, Bethpage, Hewlett and Oceanside gymnastic teams, and then followed by the Long Beach Gymnastics and Wrestling teams entering together. “Our gymnastics coach brought the idea of doing this five years ago,” said Long Beach Director of Health and Physical Education Arnold Epstein. “She wanted to do a community event around athletics and promote community service, but we didn’t have a cause at that time. We realized very quickly that doing something for MSK kids would be a great opportunity.” This year’s event raised more than $6,800 for MSK kids. To date, over $20,000 has been raised for MSK kids Cancer Center. “The energy in the gym was electric and it was a wonderful event,” said gymnastics coach Jessica Baker. “The kids all had a wonderful time. They were very excited to be there. It was a sense of Long Beach, pride and community. A ton of the community came out a ton of administration school staff.” On June 11, 2023, Lia began experiencing stomach pain and wouldn’t eat. She was immediately taken to the hospital for tests and imaging. At Cohens Children’s Hospital in Queens, her family received news from doctors that no one would ever imagine hearing. Their daughter had a large tumor on her left kidney. Doctors needed to surgically remove her kidney and the tumor and she needed to start chemotherapy imme-

Gift baskets were also available for those who donated at the event. diately. She had to have surgery to remove her kidney because the tumor was too big and growing too fast. The surgery was difficult and she spent nine days in the hospital after surgery for recovery. After the recovery Lia, began her journey of 25 weeks of chemotherapy. Now, she had her chemo port surgically removed and she’s officially done with treatment. Lia continues to have play dates, goes to school, and frequently does cheerleading and dance. Epstein said the event is all about and all because of the students and community. “It’s all about our students and our community doing something great,” he said. “The kids came in during midterm week. They didn’t have to come in. But they really wanted to do it.”

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Hochul’s budget would reduce school aid Long Beach is proposed to lose millions in aid, which has school officials voicing their frustration.

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stantial additional cuts in order to stay within the tax levy cap. We wanted to be very transparent right from the beginning about what we are facing. The cuts we must make this year if this reduction in aid goes through are painful: we would need to excess many additional staff (administrators, teachers and noninstructional staff), and reduce many of our valuable programs. To offset the cuts in State aid we would have to make district-wide cuts.” The cuts, Gallagher said, could potentially eliminate elementary Spanish and health and a second-grade swimming program, and force a reduction in some middle school and high school electives, including business, technology, art and music, athletic and arts programs, Odyssey of the Mind trips and invitational athletic trips. It may also lead to the elimination of some Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate exams as well as the High School Alternative Program. The district would, however, receive an increase of just under $700,000 for universal pre-kindergarten, which would give all families who want to enroll their child in a publicly funded pre-K program the chance to do so. Lido Elementary School unveiled a new full-day pre-K program at a Board of Education meeting last September. The program, known as Wondergarten, was created by Molly Drake, a pre-K teacher, with the intent of collaborating with facilities such as the Long Beach Fire Department, the public library, the Long Island Children’s Museum and the Jones Beach Nature Center. The school board sent a letter to Hochul on Jan. 23 expressing its concerns about the cuts. “While we understand the need to make budget adjustments in difficult economic situations, this cut

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On Tuesday the district released a statement on Facebook, urging parents and community members to contact Hochul and other elected officials. “Under the initial state budget proposal from Governor Hochul, Long Beach Public Schools would lose $4.3 million dollars in foundation aid next year, the same year in which the district’s federal COVID relief funds end,” the release states. “Long Beach would be the recipient of the second highest cut in aid in the entire state. This cut in aid would have a catastrophic effect on district students, resulting in potential program cuts, layoffs to staff, and/or the closing of an elementary school. The district does not want to cut programs for students or increase the burden on taxpayers, so restoration of these cuts is essential.” The release, which can be found on the district’s Facebook page, includes contact information for elected officials including Hochul, State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick and Assemblyman Ari Brown.

disproportionally affects our district in comparison to neighboring ones, and in fact, to most around the state,” the letter states. “These cuts were proposed with no warning and no ability for the district to plan for such a dramatic cut in revenue. We implore you to reverse this cut, and to phase in any subsequent cuts with more notice and transparency.” School board Vice President Sam Pinto and Trustee Anne Conway sent another letter the following day, reiterating those concerns and citing some of the challenges that Long Beach has face in recent years. The letter mentioned Hurricane Sandy, in 2012, and how the coronavirus pandemic impacted the students and district. “We’re going to go through the regular process of presentation to different areas of the budget, and much more carefully than ever before in terms of trying to make up the deficit as best we can,” board President Dennis Ryan said. “We’re encouraging parents, also, to write to the governor.”

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ANDREW tuDDA Seaford Senior Basketball TUDDA PICKED UP where he left off last season when he averaged 21.2 points per game as a junior to lead the Vikings. Now he leads all Nassau County when it comes to filling the bucket. Heading into February, the hard-todefend guard carried a 25.3 ppg average while scoring in double figures in each of Seaford’s first 17 games. In back-to-back games Jan. 13 and 17, Tudda poured in 35 against Clarke and 30 against Malverne, respectively.

GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Feb. 1 Girls Basketball: Floral Park at V.S. North .................. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Wantagh at V.S. South ...............5:15 p.m. Boys Basketball: Mineola at Lynbrook .................6:45 p.m. Boys Basketball: Clarke at Lawrence......................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Carle Place at East Rockaway ........ 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 2 Boys Basketball: Elmont at Carey ........................4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Carey at Elmont .........................4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Friends Academy at Seaford .......... 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: Glen Cove at Hewlett ...................... 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: East Meadow at Mepham .............. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: G.N. South at Long Beach ............. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: New Hyde Park at Calhoun ............ 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Westbury at Baldwin ...................... 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Mepham at East Meadow .............. 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Bethpage at Kennedy ..................... 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 3 Boys Basketball: Oceanside at Hempstead ............12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Syosset at Freeport.......................12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Massapequa at Uniondale...........12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Plainview at Oceanside.................12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Baldwin at Farmingdale................12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Manhasset at South Side .............. 2 p.m.

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The Long Beach girls’ basketball team enters the home stretch of the season with a playoff spot within reach. The Marines stayed in the postseason hunt last Saturday with a commanding 50-24 home win against Herricks. The blowout victory avenged a previous 53-38 setback to the Highlanders on Dec. 18 and positioned Long Beach to qualify for the playoffs with wins in three of its last four games. “This season has shown a lot of progress and the team has been coming together,” Long Beach head coach Blake Malizia said. “Playing top teams like MacArthur, East Meadow and Mepham has prepared us well for this last stretch that we have coming up.” The Herricks win snapped a three game losing streak to the top teams in the conference in MacArthur, East Meadow and Mepham. Prior to that grueling stretch, Long Beach won three in a row against Jericho, Great Neck South and Valley Stream Central. Momentum from the Herricks win carried over into Tuesday night’s pivotal matchup at Jericho. The Marines won 47-34 to improve to 5-6 in Conference AA-I, leaving them two wins from a playoff berth. Long Beach was led by 12 points from junior forward Franky DeCicco and 11 by sophomore guard Anala Teemer. Long Beach has been paced this season by senior guard Ava Main, who has committed to play college women’s lacrosse at James Madison University. Main tallied 12 points in the Herricks win last Saturday and 16 in a 68-49 loss at East Meadow on Jan. 18. Main has also shown strong leadership abilities as a tri-captain with seniors Ella Timpiero and Fabiana Boncina. “She is a true leader who never takes a play off in practice or a game,” Malizia said of Main. “She was a born competitor and off the court she is a great team leader always picking the girls up.” Junior forwards Reagan McCarthy and DeCicco have also stepped up big for the Marines giving the team a strong inside

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Franky DeCicco, right, scored 11 points Tuesday night as the Marines inched closer to a playoff spot with a big win at Jericho. game to complement Main at the perimeter. DeCicco led Long Beach with 16 points in a 52-23 win against Valley Stream Central on Jan. 12. And McCarthy keyed a 39-35 triumph against Jericho on Dec. 21 with 10 points. This season has also been highlighted by strong contributions from three freshmen in starting point guard Jordan Soriano along with Brianna Bothell and Teemer, who have both seen significant minutes in the backcourt off the bench. Soriana was the team’s second leading scorer

in the Herricks win with eight points. Long Beach is next in action on Friday evening at Great Neck South before hosting Mepham on Feb. 7 at 5 p.m. The regular season then concludes on Feb. 9 at home against Valley Stream for a 5 p.m. tipoff. “We have to beat the teams that we know that we’re capable of beating,” Malizia said. “Offensively we need to start moving the ball a little bit better and being a little bit more patient finding that extra pass.”

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NEWS BRIEFS Dr. Mariana Pardo, a veterinarian formerly employed at the Animal Surgical Center of Long Island in Oceanside, has filed a federal lawsuit against the center and its founder, Dr. Tomas Infernuso. The lawsuit alleges a range of illegal practices and retaliation, leading to Pardo’s termination. Pardo was hired in July 2022 as a veterinary critical care specialist, but claims she was fired ten months later after expressing concerns about the center’s alleged use of unlicensed technicians and unsafe administration of drugs to pets. The termination followed shortly after she infor med Infernuso about her pregnancy. The lawsuit, filed on Jan. 10 in the Eastern District of New York, accuses the Animal Surgical Center and Infernuso of violating the federal Family and Medical Leave Act and the state’s Human Rights Law. Pardo’s attorneys seek unspecified damages. Pardo documented several instances of poor quality of care and mistakes at

the Animal Surgical Center, including the use of unlicensed technicians, improper drug administration, and billing errors. She reported these issues to the company’s human resources department but did not file a formal complaint with the state. The lawsuit alleges that Infernuso retaliated against Pardo’s concerns with harassment, including the denial of negotiated benefits, extended working hours, and refusal of time off for medical needs or pregnancy accommodations. The relationship further deteriorated when Pardo intervened on behalf of a male veterinary assistant facing discriminatory comments from Infernuso. Pardo was terminated on May 5, with Infer nuso stating, “we’re not aligned,” according to the lawsuit. Pardo’s legal team hopes the case prompts chang es in the way ASC treats patients, customers, and employees. –Kepherd Daniel

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Moody’s upgraded Long Beach’s credit rating again, up to A3 from Baa1.

Moody’s upgrades Long Beach’s rating M o o dy ’s I nve s t o r S e r v i c e s announced Jan. 26 that it has upgraded the City of Long Beach’s credit rating to A3 from Baa1. The upgrade will lower the interest rates paid on current and future bonds. Moody’s points to the city’s financial improvement and increased liquidity and reserve levels. Many financial institutions do not deal with municipalities whose credit ratings are below A3, so this rating should expand the City’s investor base. The upgrade will result in a savings for the City of approximately $100,000 in the next fis-

cal year and more than $1 million longterm. “This is fantastic news for the City and our residents,” said Long Beach City Manager Daniel Creighton. “The upgrade is a testament to the dedicated employees of our City who have been tightening their belts and staying on budget. I anticipate this upgrade will result in lower interest rates and debt service moving forward. It may even allow us to find additional savings by potentially refinancing some of our existing bonds in the future”.

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Celebrating the New Year in Long Beach Artists in Partnership, public library to collaborate for Lunar festivities By ANGELINA ZINGARIELLO azingariello@liherald.com

The Long Beach Public Library, in collaboration with Artists in Partnership, is set to host two cross-cultural events. “Part of Artists in Partnership’s mission is to offer opportunities to “art creators,” develop new audiences, and reach out to all members of the community by offering programs that are reflective of them, their culture and histories,” Executive Director Johanna Mathieson, said. “At a time when some would alter the teaching of factually based history, to alleviate “disc o m fo r t ” , t h e arts prompt us t o r e c o g n i z e, protect and preserve the richJOhANNA n e s s o f wh at MAthIEsON came before, executive director albeit good, bad and ugly.” It is through these cross-cultural, person-to-person interactions, telling our stories and listening to the stories of others, and sharing our customs and beliefs that we arrive at the understanding that, within our unique backgrounds and histories, we are connected by common threads- it’s the condition of being human,” she said On Sunday, Feb. 4, from 2 to 3:45 p.m., families are invited to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a journey through the heart of China, the world’s oldest continuous civilization. Musician, artist, and historian Patricia Shih, alongside dancer Wendi Weng, will lead the audience through a multi-century exploration. Attendees can anticipate exploring various aspects of Chinese culture, including geography, history, music, art, language, writing, customs, and more. Patricia Shih will explain the distinctions and commonalities between the Lunar New Year and the Chinese New Year. The festivities will continue from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. with a special performance by the Chinese Center of Long Island’s Traditional Dance Troupe and their Lion Dancers Troupe, ushering in the 2024 Lunar New Year, the Year of the Wooden Dragon. “Artists in Partnership strives to be inclusive and reflective of the local and broader community by engaging artists who can best represent their communities and life experiences,” Mathieson said. “Our programs over the past 24 years have been inclusive and representative of women in the arts, the LGBTQIA community, the BIPOC community, and have served diverse, inter-generational audiences.” The library will also commemorate

have had the privilege of working and developing programs.

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The public library and AIP went all out last year, and will do so again for this year’s celebration.

Community members welcomed the start of the Lunar New Year last year through song and dance.

Members of the community are welcome to come for this year’s celebration, along with the celebration of Black History Month. Black History Month with “Harriet Tubman: Herself ” on Sunday, Feb. 18, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Actress and singer Christine Dixon will deliver an interactive, and educational one-woman show based on the life and times of Harriet Tubman. The performance will unveil the harrowing and dangerous life of Tubman, narrating the moving story of her quest to bring thousands of the enslaved, including her own family, to freedom.

Christine Dixon, a member of New York Women in Film and Television and SAG-AFTRA, not only performs in the production but also directs and produces it. The original concept of the story is credited to Hollywood Theatre Critic member Morna Murphy Martell and is based on the 1868 book by Sarah Bradford. In the coming months, the organization has several other events planned, with a standout being the Seventh

Annual Women in the Arts Celebration on April 4. “For many years, I have had the privilege of working and developing programs, receiving support and assistance, and lear ning from so many women who were artists, entrepreneurs, community and organization representatives and friends,” Mathieson said. “I wanted a way to shine a light on them — to say thank you and to recognize their efforts, talents and energies.” Additional events on the schedule feature the Healing Arts event scheduled for April, followed by the Short Play Festival and Annual Cabaret Festival in May, alongside the much-anticipated return of Arts in the Plaza.

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The Monkees icon Micky Dolenz relives those heady days when The Beatles ruled the world, musically at least.

Former Wings guitarist Laurence Juber also participates, performing with Micky Dolenz and others.

Micky Dolenz headlines The Fest for Beatles Fans

The Monkees’ drummer shares his experience with the Fab Four

It’s time to drag out that neon once again and give your hair its best ‘80s ‘do. Those crazy days are back — as only Jessie’s Girl can pull off. The band of NYC’s top rock/ pop musicians and singers gets everyone into that ‘Back to the ‘80s’ vibe with the latest edition of their popular concert experience. With a lineup including four pop-rock vocalists dressing and performing as ‘80s icons — backed by a dynamic band — this is the deﬁnitive ‘80s experience. Throw on top of that: a load of super-fun choreography, audience participation, props, costumes bubbles, and confetti — and you have a party that audiences don’t want to leave. Jessie’s Girl has mastered over-the-top renditions of the some of world’s most unforgettable songs, all while dressed up as the iconic characters of that decade. This is theater meets live music, covered in ‘80s glitz. Friday, Feb. 2, 8 p.m. $45, $37.50, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

By Daniel Offner The Fest for Beatles Fans — the largest and longestrunning immersive experience for fans of the Fab Four — celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Beatles devotees surely will want to get in on the action, next weekend, Feb. 9-11. It involves an all-star lineup of musical guests, an auction of rare memorabilia, fan meet and greets, a giant Beatles marketplace, Beatles museum, an art gallery dedicated to the Fab Four, plus even more. And since this year also marks the 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ arrival at JFK International Airport, it all happens at the famed TWA Hotel at JFK. Headlining this year’s event is none other than drummersinger Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, along with Laurence Juber and Steve Holley of Wings, Billy J. Kramer, Greg Bissonnette, Mark Rivera, and others. The Monkees — unlike the Fab Four themselves — were not actually a band at all. They came about through the magic of television to appear like they were a group trying to be like The Beatles, but who could never quite achieve the same level of success. “We used to have a poster of The Beatles on the set and we would throw darts at it,” Dolenz says. “We were never famous on the show. It was about the struggle for success and trying to get a record deal, which we never did on the TV show.” Ironically, the success of the NBC sitcom would launch the “imaginary band” to new heights. The Monkees would go on to achieve success they never thought attainable. Their albums climbed to the top of the Billboard charts, and soon they were selling out shows all across the country. Several of their songs, including the “(Theme From) The Monkees,” was actually written, produced and performed by songwriting duo Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart; later rerecorded to feature the actors’ voices. Dolenz says that during the auditions, producers required that the actors were able to play an instrument and sing. “The producers must have had in mind that we were going to play live,” he recalls. “Mike Nesmith said it was like Pinocchio becoming a real little boy.” He compared the experience to the Fox musical series “Glee,” in the sense that all four members of the group were

able to sing and act, practiced and learned the music in order to perform on tour. During the height of his show’s popularity in 1966, Dolenz was invited to sit in on a session at Abbey Road Studios. He said that, at the time, The Beatles were in the middle of tracking their song, “Good Morning, Good Morning,” for their eighth studio album, Sgt. Pepper’s

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Lonely Hearts Club Band. Interestingly, John Lennon said that the inspiration for the tune came to him from a Kellogg’s Corn Flakes commercial. Coincidentally, back in the United States, Dolenz and The Monkees were featured in several commercials for the breakfast cereal during their peak. In the years that followed, he would have many more interactions with John, Paul, George and Ringo. “I’ve always been a huge Beatles fan,” Dolenz says. “They were great. They got what The Monkees were all about.” He also recalls how Lennon once compared The Monkees to the Marx Brothers, because of their plucky

comedic antics. Throughout the years, Dolenz has mixed in a blend of Beatles covers into his repertoire, including “Good Morning, Good Morning,” and “A Day in the Life.” His participation in The Fest goes back to 2014, when he joined Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits on stage for a performance of “Henry VIII.” According to Dolenz, he’s most excited to share the stage with talented musicians like Laurence Juber, and just “being there” to spend time with fans and have a good time. “Its like comic-con,” Dolenz says. “I’m looking forward to going back there and hanging out in New York.”

South Shore Symphony The orchestra continues music director Adam Glaser’s inaugural season, joined by The Zandieh Trio. The young ensemble performs Beethoven’s ‘Concerto for Violin, Cello,’ and ‘Piano in C Major, Op. 56’ — known as the ‘Triple Concerto’ — which showcases the talents of violinist Cameron Zandieh, cellist Charlie Zandieh and pianist Christopher Zandieh. Performing together since 2013, their ensemble is the inevitable collaborative joint force of the three accomplished brothers. All would go on to graduate from the prestigious Juilliard School. The program also includes Dmitri Shostakovich’s compelling ‘Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Op. 54.’ Saturday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m. $30. Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Tickets available at MadisonTheatreNY.org or (516) 323-4444.

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Queen-mania keeps on rockin’ on. Almost Queen visits the Paramount stage, Saturday, Feb. 10, at 8 p.m., with their homage to the beloved band. They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, Almost Queen transports you back in time to experience the magic and essence of Queen themselves. The band — featuring Joseph Russo as Freddie Mercury, Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon, and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor — consistently delivers a dynamic live performance showcasing signature four-part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. The band’s authenticity shines through in their impeccable attention to detail and genuine costumes, while their live energy and precision will leave music fans of all ages with an unforgettable concert experience. Almost Queen’s concerts are a true testament to the band’s love for Queen’s music. The carefully curated setlist featuring Queen’s best-loved songs, like “Somebody to Love,” “Don’t Stop Me Now,” “Fat Bottomed Girls,” and “Radio Ga Ga,” along with lesser known tracks. And of course, no Queen tribute concert would be complete without classics like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You” and “We Are the Champions!” It’s no wonder fans keep coming back for more. $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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Grab your lunch and join Nassau County Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture” at the museum, Thursday, Feb. 15, 1 p.m. She’ll discuss the current exhibition, “Our Gilded Age.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the in-depth program and also participate in a guided exhibition tour following the lecture. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Snowflake Race The Long Beach Recreation 4-Mile Snowflake Race is held on Saturday, Feb. 3. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at Long Beach Catholic Regional School in the Gymnasium. The race begins at 9:00 a.m. For more information, visit LongBeachNY.gov.

City Council Meeting The Long Beach City Council meets, Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m. Be informed about issues concerning the community, on the sixth floor at City Hall. For more information, visit LongBeachNY.gov.

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Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Our Gilded Age,” examines the appearances and the realities of an era that mirrors our own in many ways. Like the nation’s economy, American art and literature flourished during the Gilded Age. The art of John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Louis Comfort Tiffany and others adorned palatial residences designed by Stanford White and Ogden Codman Jr., architect of the museum’s own quintessential Gilded Age mansion. Drawing heavily upon the local literary history of Long Island, including William Cullen Bryant, Mark Twain (who named the Gilded Age), Walt Whitman, Edith Wharton and others, the exhibition will include paintings, fashion, decorative arts including period silver and china, photographs, manuscripts, first editions and other historic memorabilia. The “Upstairs, Downstairs” approach to the life of a country house brings to life not only the storied conspicuous consumption for which the Gilded Age was infamous, but also the real lives of these many individuals who maintained the palatial estates where that lifestyle was enjoyed. On view through March 10. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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Feb. ‘Parallel Perspectives’ View Molloy University Art Gallery’s current exhibition, a duo exhibit displaying artwork of noted Long Island artists Holly Gordon and Ward Hooper. Various complementary paintings and prints are on view. Upon meeting, it became obvious that both Gordon and Hooper were deeply inspired by Long Island’s fascinating environment and natural beauty. Together, they toured the island and captured the same places, each interpreting the scenes in front of them through their distinctive artistic styles. Their creations not only influence one another but also blend unique aesthetics in their collaborative artistic journey. Gordon and Hooper’s partnership yielded numerous accomplishments, one of which was the publication of their book “Parallel Perspectives: The Brush/Lens Collaboration.” Through Feb. 16. Kellenberg Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Call (516) 323-3196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu for more.

Mah Jongg Club Do you play Mah Jongg and want to meet others who play? Join in the game, at Long Beach Library, Wednesdays, at 11 a.m., in the auditorium. 111 W. Park Ave. For more information, visit LongBeachPL.com or call (516) 432-7201.

‘Love Letters’ Plaza Theatricals continues its season with “Love Letters,” Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:30 p.m. Starring Kim and Chris Dufrenoy, this and imaginative theatre piece is comprised of letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together, went their separate ways, but continued to share confidences. Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence began with birthday party thankyou notes. Following the performance, the Dufrenoys share some favorite Broadway love songs! See it at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, visit PlazaTheatrical. com or call (516) 599-6870.

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Prepare for your healthiest year yet, because every beat matters. Mercy Hospital kicks off Heart Health Month, with screenings courtesy of St. Francis Hospital bus, Thursday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about cholesterol, HDL, casual glucose, blood pressure and BMI. Also discuss healthy eating and nutrition with a dietician and participating in a food demonstration. Meet with a stroke coordinator and obtain additional available screenings. Registration encouraged. 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Visit chsli.org/mercy-hospital or call (516) 626-3729 for more information.

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Do you have questions about your computer or laptop? Want to learn more about Zoom, streaming movies, or downloading ebooks to your device? Join Long Beach Library’s Tech Guy, every Wednesday, 2-3 p.m., to get answers to your pressing tech questions. 111 W. Park Ave. For information, visit LongBeachPL.org.

The Long Beach Polar Bears make their annual plunge, on Sunday, Feb. 11, on the Laurelton Boulevard Beach, with proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish. T-shirt sales begin at 10 a.m. Polar Bears gather at noon and go in the water at 1:30 p.m. For more information, visit LongBeachNY.gov.

Friday Film Enjoy a movie on Long Beach Library’s big screen, Friday, Feb. 2, 1-3 p.m. See “The Wiz,” the 1978 musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz. Based on the Tony Award-winning stage musical, it follows a Harlem kindergarten teacher who’s swept up in a blizzard and lands in a fantastical urban city. It stars Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell and Lena Horne. Rated G. 111 W. Park Ave. For more information, visit LongBeachPL.com or call (516) 432-7201.

Taco Tuesday The Cabana offers its weekly specials all day long, Tuesday Jan. 30. $1, with a two-drink minimum, at 1034 W. Beech St. For more call (516) 889-1345 or visit TheCabanaLBNY.com.

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Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.

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CRIME watCh aRREst Paris Jackson, 57, of Carmans Road in Massapequa was arrested on Jan. 17, and has been charged with criminal mischief and criminal possession of a weapon following an investigation on Merrick Road. Richard Dacosta, 54, of Driving Park Avenue in Lynbrook was arrested on Jan. 19, and has been charged with driving while ability impaired by alcohol and other vehicle and traffic law violations following an investigation on Merrick Road. Vishwanauth Ramcharan, 42, of Wolf Avenue in Malverne was arrested on Jan. 23, and has been charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and circumvention of an ignition interlock device following an investigation on Sunrise Highway.

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A resident of Shellbank Place reported on Jan. 28, someone entered her home while she was not present and stole property.

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An employee of the SAIL House reported on Jan. 18 that an unauthorized person was inside the group home.

Palo Rashaan Howe, 44, of Wendell Street in Hempstead was arrested on Jan. 27, and has been charged with assault and menacing after an investigation at Burgerology, at the corner of N. Village Avenue and Merrick Road.

A Rockville Avenue resident reported on Jan. 28 that someone was observed walking on the porch to the rear of her house.

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On Jan. 24, the Rockville Centre Police Department transferred 11 lbs. of pharmaceuticals from its drug take-back box to the Nassau County Police Department for destruction.

The manager of The Storage Post notified police on Jan. 18 that someone broke the locks on 48 storage units and stole property.

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Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced that a Long Beach man pleaded guilty Tuesday to manslaughter and other charges for a March 2022 motorcycle crash that killed a pedestrian in Rockville Centre. Christopher Flores, 29, pleaded guilty before Judge Caryn Fink to second-de g ree manslaughter, first-degree vehicular manslaughter, second-degree assault, driving while ability impaired by the combined influence of alcohol and drugs and driving while intoxicated. Flores is expected to be sentenced to five to 12 years in prison when he is next in court on April 17. “Christopher Flores was more than two times the legal limit for alcohol and high on marijuana when he slammed into Scott Brower as he crossed Merrick Road,” said Donnelly. “Scott was walking home after meeting a friend at a local restaurant to watch the March Madness NCAA basketball tour nament and have a few drinks. Scott chose not to drive, and despite making the responsible choice, still tragically lost his life to drunk driving. Pedestrians should not have to fear being

mowed down by an impaired driver on our streets. NCDA will continue to vigorously prosecute individuals who flout our laws and endanger our residents.” Donnelly said that, according to the charges, on March 19, 2022, at approximately 11:53 p.m., the victim, Scott Brower, was crossing Merrick Road at South Forest Avenue in a crosswalk when he was struck by Flores driving a 2020 BMW motorcycle while intoxicated and high. Flores was thrown from the motorcycle, which crashed into another vehicle before finally coming to rest. Brower was transported to Nassau University Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased at 1:40 a.m. The defendant also suffered significant physical injuries and was transported to Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside for treatment. Blood taken from the defendant at the hospital showed a BAC of .17% and evidence of cannabis use. He was arrested by members of the Nassau County Police Department on March 20.

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU DITECH FINANCIAL LLC, V. SUSAN BROOKS A/K/A SUSAN MASON AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF HELENE BROOKS, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated November 6, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DITECH FINANCIAL LLC is the Plaintiff and SUSAN BROOKS A/K/A SUSAN MASON AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF HELENE BROOKS, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on February 13, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 16 VERMONT STREET, LONG BEACH, NY 11561: Section 59, Block 266, Lot 12: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE CITY OF LONG BEACH, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 001859/2017. Mark S Ricciardi, 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. 144227 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ANY AND ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL BERGER A/K/A MICHAEL T. BERGER, DECEASED, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report, Amend the Caption, and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 15, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 13, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 443 B West Broadway, Unit 201 a/k/a 441 B Broadway, Unit 201, Long Beach, NY 11561. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Long Beach, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 59, Block 39 and Lot 151U a/k/a Lot 151 together with an undivided 16.66 percent interest in the Common Elements. Approximate amount of judgment is $864,961.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605358/2018. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Keith Lavallee, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 144225 LEGAL NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS-SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU - BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, -againstANY AND ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF HERBERT DONOHUE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF TOWNE-HOUSE APARTMENT AT LIDO BEACH CONDOMINIUM; THOMAS FARRELL DONOHUE, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF HERBERT DONOHUE; SHARON R. DONOHUE AKA SHARON R. PLATZ, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF

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Goodstein, A.J.S.C. Dated: December 18, 2023 Filed: December 26, 2023. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 750 Lido Blvd, Unit 62 B, Long Beach, NY 11561. Dated: October 6, 2023 Greenspoon Marder LLP, Attorney for Plaintiff, By: Meir Weiss, Esq., 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022 P: (212) 524-5000 F: (212) 524-5050 No Service by fax) Service purposes only: Trade Centre South 100 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 700, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 P: (888) 491-1120 F: (954) 343-6982 144341

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CREDIT SUISSE FIRST BOSTON MORTGAGE SECURITIES CORP., CSMC MORTGAGE-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-6, Plaintiff - against - MAGGIE HEYMAN, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on November 3, 2022. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 15th day of February, 2024 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Long Beach, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and state of New York. Premises known as 259 West Hudson Street, Long Beach, NY 11561. (Section: 59, Block: 55, Lot: 50 and 51) Approximate amount of lien $894,882.67 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 010922/2013. Malachy P. Lyons, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Dated: December 18, 2023 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social

distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 144276 LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that commencing on February 20th, 2024, will sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on certain real estate, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party in interest in such real estate shall have paid to the County Treasurer by February 15th, 2024 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 percent per six-month period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in Section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the February 2019 lien sale Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased. Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucount y n y. g o v / 5 2 6 / C o u n t y Treasurer Should the Treasurer determine that an inperson auction shall be held, same will commence on the 20th day of February 2024 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer. A list of all real estate in Nassau County on which tax liens are to be sold is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucount yny.gov/527/Annual-TaxLien-Sale

A list of local properties upon which tax liens are to be sold will be advertised in this publication on or before February 07th, 2024. Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office. Upon request, information can be made available in Braille, large print, audiotape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516) 571-2090 ext. 1-3715. Dated: January 24, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, NewYork ___________________ TERMS OF SALE Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts. However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased. The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a tax lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) and the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act(FIRREA),12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et.seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation(FDIC) receivership. The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice

and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed. The Nassau County Treasurer reserves the right to intervene in any bankruptcy case/litigation where the property affected by the tax liens sold by the Treasurer is part of the bankruptcy estate. However, it is the sole responsibility of all tax lien purchasers to protect their legal interests in any bankruptcy case affecting their purchased tax lien, including but not limited to the filing of a proof of claim on their behalf, covering their investment in said tax lien. The Nassau County Treasurer and Nassau County and its agencies, assumes no responsibility for any legal representation of any tax lien purchaser in any legal proceeding including but not limited to a bankruptcy case where the purchased tax lien is at risk. The rate of interest and penalty at which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount for which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all amounts deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase shall be of no further effect. Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of the sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale. Furthermore, as to the bidding, 1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in

the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates. 2. The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates. 3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid. 4. If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made in connection with said bid shall be forfeited. Dated: January 24, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, New York 144440 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, Against JUANITA SLADE, JOSEPH DAMBRA, ET AL Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/22/2016, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 2/27/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 28 East Hudson Street, Long Beach, New York 11561, A.K.A. 28 Hudson Street, Long Beach, New York 11561, And Described As Follows:

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make sure that they have a home forever, we’ve got to slow down and stop taking and stop saving more lives. It kills us, but this is their home. Some of them are adoptable, some of them just want to stay here, and we’re going to make sure that that happens.” The organization cares not only for cats in need, but dogs as well. The Austin Boulevard shelter does not house dogs, but volunteers help secure foster homes for dogs, temporary homes until adoptions can be arranged. The group’s efforts extend well beyond Long Beach, to the Town of Hempstead and even Brooklyn and Queens — wherever a cat is in need. It rescues cats from kill shelters, giving them not only a second chance at life, but also the opportunity to find happiness with a loving family. Volunteers emphasize the importance of spaying and neutering pets to help make a dent in the perennial problem of an uncontrolled population of strays, especially cats. The emphasis is on not only preventing the births of unwanted litters that contribute to overpopulation, but also ensuring animals’ well-being and alleviating the strain on shelters. The organization will host its sixth annual Bowling for Kitties fundraiser on Feb. 25, at Maple Lanes in Rockville Centre. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door, with all proceeds benefiting the Humane Society. In addition to bowling, there will be a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle and food and drinks available for purchase. The shelter is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays. In addition to this month’s fundraiser, there are a number of ways to support the organization. Contributions of money or supplies can be made on its website, longbeachhumanesociety.net. The society welcomes corporate partnerships, which give businesses a chance to get involved with a meaningful mission in the community. “Spay, neuter, vaccinating, deworming, antibiotics — it’s astronomical,” Aloi said of the cost of caring for unwanted animals. “A case of food four years ago was $11 and change, today it’s $21. And it’s just Fancy Feast. It’s not expensive at all. We use 400 pounds of

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a touching moment between two of the society’s tenants. litter a week — 400 pounds. That’s a lot. There’s just so much we can do, but the help of our neighbors would be amazing.” Taking part in animal fostering, volunteering at the shelter and making connections on its social media can also contribute to its continued ability to save lives. Community members who are interested in the organization’s updates can subscribe to its newsletter, which offers information on fundraising events, animals that are available for adoption and other updates.

the society’s Kitty Cove, in island park, houses a number of felines looking for permanent homes.

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ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City Of Long Beach, County Of Nassau. Section 59 Block 94 Lot 17, 18 And 19. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $495,395.75 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 13-014225 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Scott H Siller*, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY

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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 2/7/2024 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: ---------------------------------

THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 81/24. LIDO BEACH - Jean Surowiec, Special exception to maintain accessory structure (shed) not permitted in side yard., N/s Lido Blvd., 2,283.70’ E/o Buxton St. a/k/a 495 Lido Blvd. N.C.P.C. Local determination. 84/24. POINT LOOKOUT Terence Reynolds, Maintain shed with less than required side & rear yard setbacks and with lot area occupied variance., E/s Lynbrook Ave., 620’ S/o Beech St., a/k/a 128 Lynbrook Ave. N.C.P.C. Local determination. 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

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wo are still standing. The number of Republican presidential candidates has been narrowed down from 15 or so to just two, Donald Trump and Nikki Haley. It’s a reality of current political life that in a nation of 50 states and more than 300 million people, two small states like Iowa and New Hampshire can play such a commanding role in determining the nominee of a major political party. Not only do they have small populations, but their pETER demographics are atypical of so KinG much of the rest of the country. They have no large cities, very few minorities and minimal union membership. As for the Democrats, President Biden was and is their only candidate, guaranteeing his renomination and creating the probability of another general election campaign between two

candidates, Biden and Trump, who are viewed unfavorably by a significant majority of the American people. The remaining question is whether Haley has any viable path to victory and, if not, how long she will remain in the race. Supporters of Trump, of course, are calling for Haley to end her candidacy so that all energy and funding can be directed toward the general election against Biden. Let me acknowledge up front that I am biased toward Haley. During her time as ambassador to the United Nations, I had the chance to meet with her and to observe the outstanding job she did fighting for and defending America’s interests from attacks in that dysfunctional, antiAmerican international body. Her forceful, articulate encounters with ambassadors from Russia and anti-Israel, third-world dictatorships rank alongside those of Ambassador Jeanne Kirkpatrick during the Reagan years. I always found Haley to be cordial

and agreeable as well as knowledgeable and dedicated. Members of her security detail would tell me how thoughtful she was, with no arrogance or condescension. And as a practicing politician for many years, I truly admire how she has bested all the other Trump challengers in what is such a grueling marathon. Running for Congress in a single district for a few months is exhausting enough. Doing that nationwide for more than a year as a decided underdog, defying the odds while fighting off slings and arrows from Trump, is in another league altogether. Having said all that, I don’t think Haley has a real chance of beating Trump to the nomination. The next major contest will be the South Carolina primary on Feb. 24. Though she was a successful governor of that state, polling shows her trailing Trump by as much as 30 points. After that, her only even remote hope would be the multiple state primaries on Super Tuesday, March 5. Adding to her woes

he former ambassador shouldn’t surrender to Trump’s heavyhanded tactics.

is the reality that the more it appears Trump will be the certain nominee, the more her funding will dry up. Still, I think Haley has the right to stay in at least for a while longer. Not only is it difficult for a candidate who has made it this far to give up her dream overnight, but Trump’s barrage of petty attacks on her in his speech after the New Hampshire primary would make her withdrawal from the race appear to be a surrender to his heavy-handed tactics. As for the Trump camp’s appeal for party unity and a concerted effort against Biden, Trump squandered that opportunity not just by attacking Haley, whose support he will need in November. He also missed his chance to lay out his case against Biden before a national audience. My guess is that, sooner rather than later, Haley will realize that she has taken her campaign as far as it can go, and will withdraw. But she will do that at a time and in a manner of her choosing. And she will do it with class. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

We must stand up to bullying

ullying is real and pervasive in society today, often driven by the divisive nature of our current political paradigm. Authentic claims of bullying must not be de-legitimized. Step forward unapologetically to oppose inequities in our communities and stakeholders who harbor bias. Leaders seeking to dismantle current systems of inequity frequently become targets of bullying. Advocacy, and the building of a viable movement to reach your goals, is a worthy endeavor for change agents to combat inequipATRiCK ties. Demonizing your presumed piZZo foes is not. There are practical alternatives to find justice and advocate for policy changes — traditional avenues to influence power are the correct routes. Voting, and supporting others who share your views, are the first steps to lasting change. Engaging in a debate over facts isn’t bullying, for those on either side. Accusing someone of bullying you to end the discussion is an admission that your own argument is weak. Name-call-

ing diminishes the veracity of any term correctly applied. Bullying is the unfair and unreasonable application of power to the detriment of the marginalized — the group without power — but that’s a shifting and subjective standard. Bullying accusations, in practice, can be used as a tool of the privileged unethical to obtain an advantage. The misapplication of the term bullying has reached epidemic proportions in our society. This has stifled public debate, to the detriment of our First Amendment right to freedom of speech. Failure to cite facts diverts from an authentic debate. Tactically misleading accusations of bullying from the privileged, who did not help the marginalized for decades, hurt all who have been truly adversely affected. Having objective standards, equally applied, is not bullying; objective standards are a component of equity. Failing to meet the clearly defined standards, and then blaming people working within the system of bullying you, is in fact slander. When false accusations are misapplied, that constitutes bullying of the manager or supervising public servant. Legitimate claims within organizations should be filed by

those aggrieved and fully supported by senior management, but false claims hurt us all. When a rule is legally enacted by a governmental entity, you have not been bullied; you are in fact a member of a functioning democracy. When correctly applied practices are ignored for the benefit of one person or organization, that is improper, and a form of bullying against those not so empowered. Therefore, if you, and those who agree with your position, had the unobstructed right to participate in the process, you were not bullied. You can only legitimately claim that an injustice was done if your ability to vote, or to take part in the process, was obstructed in some way by competing interests. Citizens have the right to be heard and respected. We cannot, and should not, take away anyone’s right to speak. That can sometimes be painful, but that is the price of a free society. What we can, and should, do is not empower those who use their speech and political might to adversely impact ethical citizens. While we have no right to stop their speech, we do have the choice of not tacitly supporting their malice through our silence.

he misuse of the term has reached epidemic proportions in our society.

Recalcitrant people do not need to remain our friends or have unfiltered access to our personal space. Quietly accepting the unacceptable creates the perception that you are sympatico with their beliefs. They have a right to speak, but we all have the responsibility to stand for equity. Leaders who accept malice against the ethical for political expediency may forfeit their moral authority. The remedy for not prevailing in an argument, for initially not succeeding in an endeavor or for losing an election, is not to rail against anyone who does not agree with you. Present a better argument based on facts, focus on improving based on the objective criteria, and vote after objectively reviewing the positions presented. People on the opposite side of these actions need to focus on the humanity behind these situations and do better as well. Respect free speech, including speech with which you disagree. Debate with facts, but do not attack the right of others to hold their opinions. Attacking free speech is the most prevalent form of intimidation that exists today — and yes, that is bullying. Dr. Patrick Pizzo is the assistant superintendent for business and finance in the East Meadow school district, the president of Equity 4 LI Youth and the Education Committee chair for the Hempstead branch of the NAACP.

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t was just one storm — but it was a nasty one. Rain and wind pounded the South Shore well into the evening on Jan. 9. And when the high tide rolled in early the next morning, all bets were off for communities like Freeport, Baldwin Harbor and the Five Towns, among others. Streets, yards and even highways flooded. Stalled cars were found in many of these temporary ponds, almost like boats floating on the water. Yet this was nothing new to so many who call these communities home. And it’s likely to only get worse as time goes by. The seawater surrounding Long Island has been rising more than an inch every decade. By the time our children and grandchildren welcome a new century in 2100, key parts of the South Shore will be underwater. That’s a couple of lifetimes away, but we’re feeling the effects now, when even something as simple as a swelling high tide can wreak havoc on our streets and our properties. Our elected leaders have their work cut out for them as they try to figure out how to curb this rise in the coming years and decades. In the meantime, the rest of us need to make sure we stay safe and keep our families protected.

But what can we do? One, make sure you have flood insurance — and be careful, it’s typically a separate policy from what you might have on your home. But even more important: Heed the warnings of emergency officials when storms or flooding hit an area. If you’re told to evacuate, for example, don’t waste time, and do it. The fears of leaving your home behind, of course, are quite real. What happens if looters get there before you come back? And do you really have to leave? Aren’t emergency officials’ pronouncements more often than not an overreaction? When it comes to natural disasters, it’s all about being safe. The alternative, staying at home, not only threatens your safety — and maybe even your life — but rescuing you later could tie up essential resources that may be needed elsewhere. It’s better to go, and then come back later when you get the all-clear. Whether it’s before, during or after a flood, the National Weather Service says that the most important thing you can do is stay informed. Turn on your local news. Visit your local newspaper’s website. Hop onto social media. Learn about evacuation orders, flooded roads, and anything else that could potentially mean the difference between life and death.

If you’re in an area you think could be subject to flooding, get to higher ground. Secure your home and go. If you have time, unplug appliances, and even disconnect utilities. And on top of everything else, avoid floodwaters. Don’t drive through them. Don’t walk through them. Just stay away. You might think you know where the bottom is — and the water may seem almost serene — but you have no idea what’s below the surface. The ground could have been washed away, and there’s a chance a current is flowing just below where you can see — enough to pull you away, or even under. And if that’s not enough, driving through saltwater will ruin your car. While Nassau County has avoided flood-related deaths for the most part in recent years, that doesn’t mean it can’t happen. More than half of those lives lost occur when people drive or walk into floodwaters, according to the weather service. Even a half-foot of fast-moving water is enough to knock a grown adult off their feet and carry them away. Double that, and ponding water can move a small car. Long Island is our home. It’s where we work, or go to school. We want to continue living here a long time — and we start by staying safe.

Letters A call for accountability: Nassau County residents deserve better To the Editor: Nassau County residents, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the allocation of our federal pandemic aid. The recent decision by Republican-led Nassau County lawmakers to redirect most of the $262 million to the general fund rather than the originally allocated essential community projects is not only disheartening, but irresponsible. This substantial funding, which already had bipartisan resolutions in the Legislature, was intended to directly impact our community by assisting with funding mental health programs, addressing food insecurity, enhancing public safety, supporting public-works projects, and aiding small businesses. Instead, the diversion of this money to the general fund raises concerns about neglecting urgent needs for the sake of political interests. Particularly distressing is the allocation of $10 million for a marketing and tourism budget celebrating the county’s 125th anniversary. This move suggests a focus on political patronage rather than addressing the pressing needs of Nassau County residents. Equally troubling are the actions of Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, a key figure in this decision and

the Republican candidate in the Feb. 13 special congressional election. Leaving the meeting before the vote demonstrates a neglect of legislative responsibilities. Is this the representation the 3rd Congressional District deserves? Residents of the district, remember that actions speak louder than words! It’s

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atching the war between Israel and Hamas continue, I am heartbroken. Like any person of goodwill, I am pained by the babies, young people, women, elderly and all people taken hostage by Hamas, including my neighbor Omer Neutra. I am angry that some 1,200 Israeli civilians were murdered in ways that the most twisted minds couldn’t imagine. However, I am also grieving for Palestinians held eriC hostage by post Hamas. Women, children and others who didn’t ask to be part of this conflict. People whose homes, schools, hospitals and even

mosques have been turned into weapons-storage facilities and bases to fight Israeli soldiers. It is particularly important, when speaking about the conflict, for both supporters and detractors of Israel to uncouple Hamas from innocent Palestinians in Gaza. Yes, there are child soldiers, and many children are inculcated to hate from a young age, but they, too, are victims. Victims of a terrorist group that puts a higher priority on the death of Israel than the lives of its own civilians. There is another reason to distinguish between Hamas and innocent Palestinians. On Oct. 7, while homes in southern Israel were still burning and

Hamas terrorists were still inside Israel, many anti-Israel protesters didn’t make the distinction between Hamas and innocent Palestinians. We rarely heard condemnation of the Hamas attack. When calling for a better life for the Palestinians in Gaza, or a ceasefire, there was no mention of Israeli hostages or murdered civilians. We’ve seen similar language on college campuses nationwide and in rallies in New York City. We have seen posters of hostages torn down, we have seen anti-Zionist phrases like “From the river to the sea” uttered, and violent mobs that look nothing like the peace vigils of those who support Israel. This in itself is a microcosm of the HamasIsrael conflict. I am led to believe that

e must recognize the difference between Gaza’s terrorists and its victims.

without caveats, without clarifying statements, many of Israel’s detractors do not support a Jewish state, and may even support the murder of innocent Israelis. I hope I’m wrong. If we can’t agree to disagree here, how can we ever imagine a negotiated solution to the conflict in the Middle East? So my request to Israel’s supporters and detractors is this: If you support a long-term solution to this conflict that allows Israelis and Palestinians alike to thrive, distinguish between those in Gaza who are terrorists and those who are victims of Hamas. As Israel seeks to destroy Hamas, a goal it will achieve, it is incumbent on all of us to separate those who will be defeated with Hamas, and those who deserve a better way of life moving forward. Eric Post is the Long Island regional director of the American Jewish Committee.

As the result of a production error last week, we are reprinting Eric Post’s column in its correct form.

Letters County. It’s time to prioritize our well-being over political interests and ensure that our elected officials truly represent the needs and concerns of our community. ALExIS PACE Long Beach

Is Lancman aware of Pilip’s IDF experience? To the Editor: In his letter in the Jan. 18-24 issue, “Tom Suozzi, American Jewry and Israel — the right man at the right time,” Rory Lancman used 500 words to posit the absurd idea that Tom Suozzi will be a better supporter of Israel than Mazi Pilip, who was a paratrooper in the Israel Defense Forces. Sorry, even 5,000 words wouldn’t convince anyone. DENNIS DuFFY Lynbrook

Suozzi is a champion in ‘tikkun olam,’ repairing the world To the Editor: If Democratic, Republican and independent voters in the Third Congressional District might agree on anything, it’s that our politics and world seem broken. As a proud Jewish-American, I strongly support Tom Suozzi for Congress. He embodies the principles of “tikkun olam,” the Jewish concept of “repairing the world.” Having Suozzi in Congress to fight for Israel and promote a secure and lasting peace in the Middle East could not be more urgent. As a strong non-Jewish ally, he is

uniquely qualified to fight within his party, and work across the aisle, to maintain the bipartisan support that is so critical for Israel. Tom will work tirelessly to combat antisemitism and all other forms of hate, ensuring that Jews and other religious minorities can live safely in the u.S. His commitment to many Jewish institutions in our community, including Jewish schools, community centers, and the Holocaust Center in Glen Cove, spans over three decades. Suozzi’s impact on education, health care, the environment, reducing gun violence, and preserving a woman’s right to choose resonates strongly with Jewish values. He has received the Gun Sense Candidate distinction from Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, and has been endorsed by the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the New York State Nurses Association, NYSuT, the League of Conservation Voters Action Fund and the Sierra Club, among others. Despite the desperate disinformation spread by his opponents, Suozzi has a realistic and nuanced approach to immigration, keeping with the Jewish value of “Welcome the stranger.” That’s why he worked with Republicans to develop a plan to pay for a secure border, and pathways for immigrants seeking a better life to remain legally and pay taxes in the u.S. His bipartisan approach and collaborative spirit make him a leader who can bridge divides, cultivate unity, and champion the values we hold dear. His experience and proven ability to work across party lines demonstrate his effectiveness in getting things done for all of his constituents. Tom’s dedication to public service, proven track record and commitment to transparency starkly contrast with his opponent. The voters of this district need and deserve someone who will hit the ground

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running, not someone requiring onthe-job training. unfortunately, Suozzi’s opponent has refused to debate. Like her friend George Santos, she has scant relevant experience. She won’t answer questions or state her positions, even when civic groups and the media have repeatedly asked for them. She also

has questionable financials and resists transparency. Please join me in voting for Tom Suozzi in the Feb. 13 special election. I look forward to seeing him contribute to improving our district and our country. ALLISON WHITE Port Washington

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