Long Beach Herald 10-26-2023

________________ LONG BEACH _______________

HERALD Also serving Point Lookout & East Atlantic Beach

Wall of Fame gets larger

Arts scene winding down

Page 2

Page 3

Vol. 34 No. 44

16 E. PARK AVE - LON G BEACH THERIDEBYHOLLYW OOD.COM

516-348-6377 - @THER

IDELB

oCToBER 26 - NoVEMBER 1, 2023

$1.00

1223583

Latino Civic Gala honors local difference makers

By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com

BAL, LON, NAS, OCE, RVC

Skye Margies/Herald

The three honorees at the Long Beach Latino Civic Association’s 27th annual Gala on Oct. 19 — Jennifer Gallagher, left, Harvey Weisenberg and Nicole Fader — with their awards.

Three Long Beach residents — Orlando Ariza, Mike Cruz and Martha Otero — were concerned about social problems in the Latino community in the 1990s. Too many people in town who shared their heritage were struggling to fit in and make a living, and they wanted to do something about that.

They came together in 1994 to create an organization that would try to solve those problems. They started with meetings at the public library, which attracted 30 to 40 people. A year later, they decided to officially organize, and turned themselves into a nonprofit organization: the Long Beach Latino Civic Association.

From offering socio-economic development programs to stimulate leadership and generate environmental and culCONTiNued ON pAGe 8

Hochul vetoes bill on Equinor cable in Long Beach

By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com

After months of discussion and back-and-forth between suppor ters and opponents of Equinor’s proposed offshore wind development, Gov. Kathy Hochul has reached a decision about the $3 billion project.

Last Friday, Hochul vetoed a bill Friday that was aimed at speeding up the project planned off Long Beach’s coast. The bill a l s o wo u l d h ave a l l owe d

Equinor to run power cables to transfer the energy generated by its wind turbines beneath Long Beach to an Island Park substation. Community members in all of the surrounding areas were stridently opposed to the cables.

The Long Beach City Council openly opposed the idea, and sent a letter to Hochul in July expressing its opposition. The letter stated that the council was “fully in support of the necessary and urgently needed BAL, LON, NAS, OCE, RVC

transition to renewable energy” and was ready to engage with an “offshore wind developer that proposes a reasonable project.”

Following Hochul’s veto on Oct. 20, council members shared their appreciation. “ I c o m m e n d G o ve r n o r Hochul for doing right by Long Beach and our residents,” council President John Bendo said.

“This project failed because Equinor thought they could steamroll their way over Long OCTOBER 26, 2023

Great Homes the Ultimate Local Home showcase

Beach and do as they please.

Our council was proud to stand with our residents in opposition to this, and we are grateful to Governor Hochul for standing with us. We look forward to continuing to keep an open dialogue with her office about this, and many issues facing our residents.”

Equinor’s proposed Empire Wind project had moved a number of people living and working nearby to share their opinions openly — and some of the

more prominent ones have been negative. They were detailed in Long Beach City Hall on Oct. 10, during a public forum led by administrative law judges Ashley Moreno and Tara Kersey.

Peter Hilerio, a state public service department staffer, shared more details of the wind energy development, and how it relates to a state process specifically targeting electricity-generating projects involving lines of at least 125 kilovolts that span at CONTiNued ON pAGe 9

What’s neWs in and out of the classroom

HERALD SchoolS Long Beach Wall of Fame gets more crowded The Long Beach High School Wall of Fame added five new inductees this past Saturday. The memorable event started with the Board of Education President, Dennis Ryan, welcoming the inductees, their family, friends and attendees.

“This event is one of the board’s favorite events,” Ryan said, In addition to Ryan, Long Beach School Superintendent, Dr. Jennifer Gallagher and Long Beach High School Principal Jeffrey Meyers greeted everyone as well.

Long Beach High School student-athlete, Zoe Moller, spoke on what the Wall of Fame means to her as a current student-athlete. Zoe, a member of the varsity girls volleyball team, spoke beautifully representing both the student body and the athletic department.

Following, it was time for the inductees to be introduced.

Barbara Dubow, class of 1963, her family spoke about Barbara’s commitment to the Long Beach community and the importance of community service Barbara has passed on to her family.

Martin “Coach Jake” Jacobson, class of 1963, was introduced by fellow gradu-

Courtesy Long Beach Public Schools

Long Beach High School welcomed new Wall of Fame inductees earlier this month. ating classmate and Wall of Fame member, Howard Apple. Apple spoke about how “Coach Jake” impacted thousands of youngsters while winning multiple state championships and coach of the year awards. Coach Jake stated of all the places he has been in his life, Long Beach is still the place he calls home.

Deborah Polcer Capodiferro, class of 1980, was introduced by Coach Leo Pala-

cio. Palacio remarked that as a student in the high school he saw Debby’s athletic ability saying it was clear she was the best athlete in the school. Debby shared that her coaches at Long Beach High School helped her reach her dream to play collegiate basketball. Debby said her high school experience helped motivate her to “pay it forward” as she taught and mentored students as a high school

health teacher in the Long Beach School District for three decades.

Beverly Rivera Monaghan, class of 2003, was introduced by one of her volleyball coaches, Karen Bloom. Bloom noted that Beverly was the first great Long Beach girls volleyball player that helped start the winning tradition the varsity girls volleyball program has to this day. Beverly remarked on the importance various professionals in the middle and high school helped aid her to accomplish her dreams.

The last person inducted was Edgar J. Scherick, class of 1941. Eric Feldman spoke about his cousin explaining the multiple accomplishments Edgar had in his career and the importance he has had on the landscape of television and movies.

Arnold Epstein, Long Beach High School director of health, physical education and athletics, concluded the ceremony by congratulating the inductees and remarked how the spirit each of the Wall of Fame inductees is still alive and well in the current high school student body.

–Brendan Carpenter

Experience Matters!

Long Beach Democratic City Council Team Elizabeth Treston, Tina Posterli, & James Hodge

The Team that Delivers for Long Beach • Invested over $200 million in infrastructure improvements to upgrade the city's crumbling infrastructure, funded mostly by grants.

• Implemented major flood mitigation projects across the city, protecting residents and property.

• Rescued Long Beach from financial ruin, rebuilt a reserve fund and earned the City an unprecedented three credit upgrades in 18 months.

VOTE ROW A ON NOVEMBER 7TH TO KEEP LONG BEACH MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Early Voting: October 28 - November 5 Paid for by Treston for LBNY and Citizens for Tina Posterli

1233529

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

2

Arts in the Plaza winding down for fall

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

By ANGELINA ZINGARIELLO azingariello@liherald.com

This season’s Arts In The Plaza is drawing to a close with a “spooktacular” autumn and Halloween finale.

Located in the heart of Kennedy Plaza, Arts in The Plaza is every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting, running from Memorial Day weekend right up to the Saturday before Halloween.

Three local art collectives came together in 2010 to establish Arts in the Plaza, aiming to enrich the community with art.

“We said, ‘wouldn’t it be amazing if we had an event where our artist can show their work and maybe sell something’,” Arts in the Plaza Director and local resident Sammi Metzg er said.

“So, it started with about 10 artists setting up in the center SAmmI mEtZGER of the plaza, director a n d t h e n i t ’s just completely blossomed into this amazing weekly arts festival we have now.”

For Metzger, this year’s season was the best yet.

Arts in the Plaza is the epitome of shopping locally. Each booth serves as a way to connect with local artisans.

Attendees can discover a range of artworks, from paintings and photos to jewelry, clothing, and home décor. Additionally, live music plays all day, with performances set for both morning and afternoon.

With its long history in Long Beach, Arts in the Plaza has over 40 sponsors, including many businesses and prominent figures in the community.

You don’t need to be a Long Beach resident to showcase and sell your art.

All you need is to be a current member of one of the three sponsoring art groups — Artists in Partnership, West End Arts Visual Artists Guild, or the Long Beach Art League.

For the artists, it’s more than just a platform to showcase talent and sell their work, it’s a community celebrating creativity, innovation, and the spirit of unity. Arts in the Plaza has, over the years, become a key part of Long Beach — celebrating art, culture, and community togetherness.

“Every booth is an opportunity to connect with the local artists,” Metzger said. “And we’re exclusively handcrafted. Artists only sell things that they’re making themselves. So, it really is quite a special place. We invite you to explore art, to meet artists to hear the stories behind their creations. And we also like to remind people that Arts in the Plaza is built on love, art, music and love of Long Beach.”

This Saturday, the Plaza transforms with “Halloween in the Plaza,” a festive

3

E

very booth is an opportunity to connect with the local artists.

Ron Manfredi/Herald photos

Dozens of patrons filled The Church of the Ascension for its annual Friendship Fair on Oct. 13 and 14.

Tons of community members go tent to tent to check out all of the hand-made items.

Paul Musasacchia holds one of his metal sculptures. twist on the weekly event.

In addition to showcasing local artists, this Saturday’s event will feature an 11 a.m. costume parade and dance party. Plus, children can enjoy trick-ortreating as every vendor will have candy at their booth. Studio Noir will also be providing live music for the day.

Attendees leave not just with unique finds but also memories that bring them back to relive the festivities next year.

As this season of Arts in the Plaza wraps up, the spirit of the local art community remains vibrant. Continue to uplift and engage by supporting small businesses and local art collectives until its return in May.

Arts in the Plaza frequently fills Kennedy Plaza with good, gifts and knickknacks.

News brief

Crime watCh

Tracey Edwards new senior VP at Sands New York

harassment A resident of William Street reported on Oct. 16, an acquaintance sent her annoying and alarming social media messages.

Tracey Edwards, a longtime Long tive relationships with Long Island’s comIsland advocate and community leader, is munities and organizations is a critical the new senior vice president and New opportunity for Sands, and one I’m excited York corporate social responsibility offi- to be leading,” Edwards said, in a release.

“In this role, I look forward to cer for Las Vegas Sands. In putting my experience in this role, she’ll oversee corpomunicipal government, public rate social responsibility for advocacy, and community the company’s planned resort engagement to use to ensure in Uniondale. that the proposed Sands proj“Tracey’s knowledge of ect delivers for Long Island.” and commitment to corporate The Sands — which wants responsibility truly makes her to redevelop the Nassau Colian outstanding choice for this seum site to turn into hotels, position,” said Robert Goldhigh-end stores, public meetstein, chair and chief executive of Sands, in a release. “We Tracey edwards ing spaces, a casino and spas — has already hosted multiple know she will make a profoundly important contribution to our procurement academies that have welcomed more than 1,000 Long Island small project in New York and beyond.”

Edwards is currently the Long Island businesses with a focus on how minority, regional director of the NAACP, and is a women and veteran-owned enterprises can contract with the Sands. member of the NAACP national board of T h e o r g a n i z at i o n h a s a l re a dy directors. She is a former Huntington town councilwoman, and an executive announced a workforce training partnerdirector of Habitat for Humanity of Suf- ship with Nassau Community College, and plans for new degree programs with folk.

She most recently served as commis- Long Island University.

In addition, Sands established the sioner of the state Public Service Commission, announcing her retirement from Sands Cares Youth Empowerment Initiative as part of its global priority on youth there just last week.

“Nurturing collaborative and produc- education and mentoring.

A resident of Forestdale Road reported on Oct. 16, and unknown person sent him threatening and alarming text messages.

Leaving the sCene of an aCCident A motorist reported that a car struck her vehicle on Oct. 21, which then left the scene while driving along Lincoln Avenue.

UnUsUaL inCident

A resident of Harvard Avenue reported on Oct. 19, someone fraudulently cashed two checks that she wrote and mailed through the USPS. The owner of Daniel J. Hannon and Associates reported on Oct. 19, someone cashed fraudulent checks using the business’ bank account.

A resident of S. Forest Avenue reported on Oct. 19, someone made fraudulent purchases using his bank checking account.

A resident of Shellbank Place reported on Oct. 19, someone fraudulently opened a credit card account in his name using his personal information.

A resident of Lakeview Avenue reported on Oct. 19, someone fraudulently cashed a check that she wrote and mailed through the USPS.

A resident of Maple Avenue reported on Oct. 18, someone fraudulently used her EBT card.

People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.

news brief JCC to host a dementia film screening The Friedberg JCC will host a screening of the film “Spark” on Nov. 13 at 4 p.m. The film, which stars the late Robin Williams, documents the battle his character goes through with Lewy Body Dementia.

The film highlights the key messages that can enhance learning and understanding of Lewy Body Dementia and other for ms of Herald file photo Dementia, improve diagnosis and offer families a way The Friednerg JCC will be hosting a screening of a film o feel connected to resourc- called “Spark” on Nov. 13. es and suppor t. Guest disease resource center and neurology Speakers will include Gloria LeBeaux, director of social services doctor Mariel Deutsch. at the Friedberg JCC, Lauren Vlachos, –Kepherd Daniel Executive director of the Alzheimer’s

JOE SINNONA, REALTOR ® SERVICING THE COMMUNITIES OF LONG BEACH, ISLAND PARK & OCEANSIDE FOR

35 YEARS

________________

long beach _______________

HERALD HOW TO REACH US

516-897-2700 516-375-8162 jsinnona@gmail.com www.josephsinnona.exprealty.com

Our offices are located at 2 Endo Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530 and are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

MAIN PHONE: (516) 569-4000 ■ WEB SITE: www.liherald.com/longbeach ■ E-MAIl: Letters and other submissions: lbeditor@liherald.com ■ EDITORIAl DEPARTMENT: Ext. 213 E-mail: lbeditor@liherald.com

SCAN HERE

■ SUBSCRIPTIONS: Press ”7” E-mail: circ@liherald.com Fax: (516) 569-4942 ■ ClASSIFIED ADVERTISING: Ext. 286 E-mail: ereynolds@liherald.com Fax: (516) 622-7460 ■ DISPlAY ADVERTISING: Ext. 249 E-mail: rglickman@liherald.com Fax: (516) 569-4643 1216117

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

4

The long Beach Herald USPS 005231, is published every Thursday by Richner Communications, Inc., 2 Endo Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530. Periodicals postage paid at Garden City, NY 11530 and additional mailing offices. Postmaster send address changes to Long Beach Herald, 2 Endo Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530. Newsstand Price: $1. Subscription rates: $60 for 1 year. Annual Subscription Rates, $9.75 per quarter auto-pay or $50 one-time payment within Nassau County or $60 outside of Nassau County.

Copyright © 2023 Richner Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.

LIZTRESTON_HERALD_AD_100423.pdf

1

10/4/23

3:29 PM

5

RE-ELECT

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

LIZ TRESTON PAID FOR BY TRESTON LBNY

LO N G B E AC H C I T Y CO U N C I L

To my Long Beach friends and neighbors,

Now, instead of being broke, the city now has a reserve fund with millions of dollars. The city’s credit rating has been brought up 3 grades

I am running for re-election to the Long Beach City Council because

to Baa1 with a positive outlook. All of this was done without

when I took office in January 2020, my goal was to create a foundation

overburdening the taxpayers.

of ethics, accountability, and transparency, something that was sorely needed in city government. We have made great strides these last 3 ½ years turning the city around and I am asking for your support to continue the work.

We have invested over $200 million in city infrastructure, paving broken roads, building proper flood protection, and undertaking the cleaning of our waterways– one of the biggest environmental projects in Nassau County in decades. In addition, Long Beach is now ranked as one of the

When I took office, The New York State Comptroller had listed Long

safest cities in the entire country, with crime rates dropping year over

Beach as the most fiscally distressed municipality in the entire state.

year during our administration.

The city was destitute and borrowing millions of dollars each year just to pay its bills. The city’s credit rating had dropped to one level above junk bond status.

work to do. The city’s problems did not develop overnight, and it will take time to fully resolve some long-standing issues.

We went straight to work to clean up the fiscal mess. We put stringent fiscal controls in place. We formed an essential spending committee, which scrutinizes purchases in advance. We stopped borrowing, developing responsible budgets to where our revenue and expenses now match.

We’ve made tremendous progress during my tenure, but there is more

I am asking you to help me keep moving our city forward by supporting my re-election to the Long Beach City Council on November 7th.

I look forward to continuing to serve as your Councilwoman.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

COMMUNITY FIRST

NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY

The city’s current operating budget was

16 resident-based committees have been

Millions in funding towards flood mitigation,

successfully managed without any resultant

created to promote community input and

capital improvements, and crime prevention

tax increase to residents.

encourage involvement in city affairs.

patrolling in our residential neighborhoods.

EARLY VOTING 10/28/23 - 11/05/23

1232688

Liz Treston

New Pre-K program encourages creativity Long Beach teacher Molly Drake announced “Wondergarten,” a new full-day Pre-K program in the district.

By ANGELINA ZINGARIELLO azingariello@liherald.com

A fresh approach to early education was announced at the Sept. 26 Board of Education meeting, unveiling Lido Elementary’s new full-day Pre-Kindergarten program.

The program, Wondergarten, was explained through a presentation by Pre-K teacher Molly Drake.

“Wondergarten is an inquiry-themed, center-based program that integrates basic literacy and numeracy, opportunities for inquiry, and nature-based exploration using free play and choice,” Drake said at the meeting.

In an era where standardized testing often takes precedence, programs like Wondergarten are a breath of fresh air, emphasizing the importance of fostering creativity and critical thinking from an early age.

Inquiry-based learning, or child-led investigations, makes use of four major types — structured, confirmation, guided and open.

Structured inquiry offers children a question and a method to find an answer.

Confirmation inquiry provides the question, its answer, and the investigation method, asking children to understand the process.

Guided inquiry presents a question and lets children, usually in groups, devise their investigation methods.

Courtesy Long Beach Public Schools

Open inquiry, the least structured, lets children create both their question and investigation method.

The program plans to collaborate with local facilities such as the Long Beach Fire Department, Long Beach Public Library, Long Island Children’s Museum, and Jones Beach Nature Center.

“We’re hoping to use our full day to take the children to the beach, and these places with all these wonderful resources,” Drake said. “Part of our curriculum happens to be the coral reef, so how lucky are we that we have that here.”

Through Wondergarten, the “seethink-wonder” methodology takes center stage. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, this approach offers young learners opportunities to showcase their creativity, imagination, and curiosity, creating a solid foundation for a successful learning journey.

Drake emphasizes the importance of individualized support for children based on where they are in their learning and development. Instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach.

At the beginning of a school year, some students might need more atten-

tion or different types of resources. But as the year progresses, these students might grow in their skills and become more confident.

By continuously adapting and adjusting the teaching techniques, educators can ensure they’re always meeting the current needs of their students, making the learning experience more effective and meaningful for each child.

“It’s the children who are leading this, this learning instead of us kind of dictating what is happening,” Drake said. “They’re really going where they want to go with it.”

1221088

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

6

RE-ELECT TINA

7

A Proven Leader Who Delivers for Long Beach

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

POSTERLI LONG BEACH CITY COUNCIL

• Focused on Fiscal Oversight: Nearly unprecedented three Moody’s upgrades to the City’s credit rating in only 18 months. These upgrades have already saved residents more than $600,000.

NICE Bus adds Saturday service along South Shore A new Saturday NICE Bus service is now available as part of its on-demand rideshare program which runs along the South Shore corridor between Merrick and Lynbrook.

Known as NICE-Mini and first introduced in the summer of 2022 during weekdays, the service allows riders to reserve rides to and from any desired location along a corridor from Merrick to Lynbrook which extends approximately half a mile to the north of and to the south of Merrick Road and Atlantic Avenue.

The added servicer started Oct. 21.

NICE-Mini Saturday service will be available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Weekday service is offered between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The one-way fare for a NICE-Mini ride is the same as any ride on a fixed NICE route — $2.90 — and can be paid by coin, MetroCard or NICE transfer on board, or via credit card in advance on

the app.

Smaller buses are used for this service and the system is a ‘ride share model’ so there may be additional pickups and drop-offs along the way. NICE-Mini does not implement surcharges or increased fees during peak travel times.

“With the rising popularity of private ride services, NICE is looking to provide a similar level of flexible, convenient service at an affordable rate,” said CEO Jack Khzouz. “NICE-Mini has been well received along the South Shore, leading to the addition of Saturday service.”

To reserve a ride via a reservation system, call (516) 228-4173 or download the NICE-Mini app from the App Store or Google Play. Customers ordering with the Mini app will need an account.

Complete information is available at RideMini.com.

• Pushed forward investments in infrastructure for a sustainable, resilient future that will bring long-needed flood protections to our north shore.

• Dedicated to advancing transit-oriented development to bring people, activities, and public space together.

• Committed to keeping Long Beach one of the top 22 safest cities in the U.S. by investing in new law enforcement officers and surveillance systems.

ELECTION DAY: TUESDAY, NOV. 7 Early Voting: Oct. 28 – Nov. 5

1225871

Courtesy NICE Bus

A map showing the added Saturday service.

• Enacted a Comprehensive Plan to guide the long-term vision and framework for the future of Long Beach.

Paid for by Citizens for Tina Posterli

–Mark Nolan

Kristallnacht commemorating the Beginning of the holocaust sunday, november 5, 2023 - 1:00PM Council Chamber, 6th Floor, Long Beach City Hall Guest Speakers

ron Walsh John Bendo denise Ford harvey WeisenBerg ira Birns

Sponsored By The Holocaust Memorial Committee of Long Island “never Forget”

1234048

acting city Manager city council President nassau county legislator the honorable the Keynote speaker is Former committee President

1233531

8

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

the gala, at the Bridgeview Yacht Club in island park, drew a large turnout.

Skye Margies/Herald photos

Community gathers to celebrate heritage Continued from page 1

tural awareness, to encouraging educational and civic participation through one-on-one meetings and public events and celebrations, the association is seemingly always busy in the city.

To celebrate its history, it held the 27th annual Hispanic Heritage Gala Oct. 19. The event featured performances by Long Beach musician Ben Metzger, and a packed house at the Bridgeview Yacht Club, in Island Park, recognized three honorees from the city: Nicole Fader, vice president of the association; Jennifer Gallagher, superintendent of the Long Beach school district; and Harvey Weisenberg, a former longtime assemblyman who is widely known as “Mr. Long Beach.”

Fader earned the Entrepreneur of the Year Award; Gallagher, the Educational Innovator Award; and Weisenberg, the Legacy Award.

“I am truly honored,” Fader said.

“This is just the ultimate honor. I have actually been doing community service in this town since I was 14 years old.”

Fader joined the association over a decade ago, just wanting to get involved.

She was named its vice president in 2016. She has done a lot for the association, including finding inspiration, while visiting Puerto Rico, for one of its biggest events: the Hispanic Heritage kite-flying event, which took place Oct. 8.

Before joining the association, Fader was the president of the Hispanic Youth Committee. She moved away for a short time, but when she came back to Long Beach, Cruz reached out to her to see if she’d join the association. The rest is history.

In her acceptance speech, Fader spoke about her mother, who was a bilingual teacher in the Long Beach school district in the 1980s. Hispanic children from other classes were coming to her for help with their homework. Fader began to understand the needs of the Latino community in Long Beach.

former assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg received the Legacy award, in honor of a lifetime of helping others.

Jennifer gallagher, Long Beach superintendent of schools, received the educational innovator award.

nicole fader, who has been involved with the civic association for years, received the entrepreneur of the Year award.

Gallagher has been with the school district since 2016, when she became the assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction. She took over as superintendent in 2018.

“It is humbling to be recognized by Long Beach Latino Civic Association, an organization that does such wonderful work in our community,” Gallagher said.

“It is also extremely humbling, to be honest, to be honored for doing work that I love.”

She said that being an educator has always been her life’s passion, second only to being a mother. She added that she was “so grateful to work with the amazing students and families of Long Beach.”

“I have to say that I share this honor with the Board of Education and my team of administrators and staff members,” Gallagher said. “It takes a village to accomplish the wonderful things that our district achieves, and I have the very best of teams. And finally, I think the real honorees for this event are our stu-

dents, the rising stars, who are being honored for their effort and achievement. They inspire all of us with their courage and determination. I am so proud of them, as is our entire community.”

Weisenberg, a lifelong resident of Long Beach, has donated tens of thousands of dollars to area causes. In 2015, he and his late wife, Ellen, launched the Harvey and Ellen Weisenberg Foundation, which helps individuals with special needs as well as their families and caregivers. While working in the Assembly in Albany, he dedicated much of his energy to improving conditions for professionals who care for the developmentally disabled.

“The rewards of being in government are not the power and money — it’s about the thank-yous you get for helping everybody,” Weisenberg said. “I know everybody, and everybody says ‘Thank you for what you do.’ What’s more valuable than that?”

Over the years, Weisenberg has

helped secure some $90 million for children and adults with disabilities and their caregivers, turning the effort into nothing less than his life’s mission. His son Ricky, 65, was born with cerebral palsy, and Weisenberg recently released the short film “A Voice for the Voiceless.” The film, which documents the 89-year-old’s life, has garnered widespread positive reactions. For Weisenberg, his legacy is about the things he has loved, which he references in his book, “For the Love of a Child: My Life, My City, and My Mission,” written in 2018.

“God gave me an angel, a saint and a mission,” Weisenberg said. “The angel is my special child, Ricky. The saint is my wife, Ellen, for the love that we had for each other, and her love for our special child. And my mission is to help people.

I’ve had a happy life, and given happiness to others. That, to me, is what life is all about — that’s success.”

Additional reporting by Kepherd Daniel.

Residents expressed their dismay at forums least one mile, or those of at least 100 kilovolts that stretch more than 10 miles.

Empire Wind would involve the installation of two 345-kilovolt underwater cables stretching nearly eight miles.

Onshore, two additional cables, each nearly two miles long, would connect to the substation in Island Park.

The project would also include another connection, extending two miles, to the Hampton Road station in Oceanside.

Cables carrying reduced voltage were planned to link the Hampton Road station to an existing transmission line beneath Lawson Boulevard in Oceanside.

Empire Wind expected to produce more than 3.3 gigawatts of clean energy, enough to power more than 2 million homes, according to Teddy Muhlfelder, an Equinor vice president, who also spoke at the forum. One of the larger concerns he said he had heard about is exposure to electromagnetic fields. Even at their peak, Muhlfelder said, EMF levels would fall significantly below the safety thresholds recognized both in New York and internationally.

But many community members remained opposed to the project, and other council members expressed their approval of Hochul’s decision. “We have been in close communication with the governor’s office throughout this process, and appreciate her willingness to

Herald file photo

Last friday, gov. Kathy Hochul friday vetoed a bill that was aimed at speeding up the planned offshore wind development off Long Beach. listen to the community,” Vice President Liz Treston said. “We fully support the gover nor’s renewable-energy goals, including offshore wind, but this proposal and this company were wrong on just about every level. In case this veto doesn’t send a strong enough message to Equinor, I’ll take it a step further by calling on them to withdraw their proposal immediately.”

“We’ve done the research, listened to the residents, retained experts and have been ardent in opposing the high-voltage transmission lines running through our densely populated community,” Councilwoman Tina Posterli said. “Today’s veto is a shining example of government and residents working together to do what’s right for the community. Thank you to the governor for listening and doing the

right thing.”

State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito and Assemblyman Ari Brown also backed the decision.

“This is a major win for Long Island’s South Shore residents, and I thank all of them who have consistently raised awareness about this issue in conversations and community forums,” Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick said. “Governor Hochul’s veto demonstrates that our residents’ voices have been heard loudly. Equinor’s poor business practices, lack of transparency, and blatant disregard for the democratic process have consequences.”

“Through unwavering perseverance and grass-roots determination, we witnessed the triumph of David over Goliath,” Brown added.

“I have been working extremely closely with South Shore community members and colleagues in government to rally against Equinor’s proposed Empire 2 offshore wind project, and I am pleased to learn Governor Hochul heard our calls and vetoed legislation that would have advanced this large-scale development,” D’Esposito said. “I am grateful Governor Hochul has listened to Long Islanders this time, but the fight to preserve our South Shore from Equinor’s corporate greed will continue.”

$1,000 BONUS OFFER! Use reference code LIHERALD-2022 for $1,000 of free advertising with Herald Community Media when you sign up for our ERTC consulting services.

Additional re porting b y Angelina Zingariello.

ATTENTION: Business owners You could be missing out on tax credits of up to $26,000 per employee.

Our team of accountants and lawyers has helped businesses of all sizes maximize their Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC)—even when they’ve previously been told they do not qualify.

Schedule your free, no obligation call with one of our ERTC experts today! $1,000 BONUS!

Free advertising offer with Herald Community Media* Use reference code LIHERALD-2023

EasyTaxCredits.com • Phone: 1-234-CREDITS (273-3487)

1234588

Promotional offer: some restrictions apply. To qualify for promotional offer, business must enter into an agreement with Easy Tax Credits, LLC, and be eligible to receive ERTC funding. *Promotional offer furnished by Herald Community Media; Easy Tax Credits, LLC, not responsible for fulfillment of promotional offer.

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

Continued from page 1

9

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

10

MSSN unveils outdoor recharge area Funded by $100,000 gift from Flagstar Bank

By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com

Employees at Mount Sinai South Nassau have a new spot to take a moment and unwind from their busy jobs.

Designed as a place for staff of Mount Sinai South to refresh and rejuvenate while on their breaks, a ribbon cutting was held to welcome the hospital’s new outdoor employee recharge area. The recharge area has been funded by a $100,000 gift from Flagstar Bank (formerly Signature Bank).

“It’s nice for them to have an option to get out of the buildings, but at the same time, they’re close enough that if they need to respond to a phone call or a page or anything they’re just steps away from the door,” said Dr. Adhi Sharma, President, Mount Sinai South Nassau.

“You want them to just have a lunch break, just recharge because what they see on the floors day to day is challenging.”

In 2021, the bank announced a $100,000 commitment to the hospital workforce’s well-being by creating and supporting an outdoor recharge space, designed to help promote the importance of the physical, spiritual, and mental well-being of the staff.

“We are a really strong community supporter of the organization and certainly, they focus on wellness and health care,” said Sharma. “We continue to focus on wellness because if we don’t take care of ourselves, we can’t take care of others. It’s great to have a partner that supports those efforts.”

Eileen Hinrichs is the chairperson of the Holistic Council and coordinates holistic medicine, mental behavior, mental health, and stress management, for nurses and doctors at the hospital.

Hinrichs has gotten employees to transition from the indoor recharge room to the brand-new outdoor recharge area by promoting the benefits of getting out-

Courtesy MSSN

Dr. Adhi Sharma, President, Mount Sinai South Nassau and Lucy Iannucci, Group Director & Senior Vice President, Flagstar Bank cut the ribbon for the new employee recharge area. side and taking a break and a pause.

“Colors, nature, textures, what it does to your nervous system by actually stepping into the recharged room inside and when we have the benefit of actually being outside, breathing in the air and seeing the different colors,” she said. “We can’t all go forest bathing, but we could step outside for a few minutes in the grass, in the colors, and just reset the autonomic nervous system.”

The staff has already taken full advantage of the center, having already taken time to do some stretching and yoga exercises out in the recharge area.

“It’s great,” said nurse Patricia Bar-

The new employee recharge area gives hospitals employees the chance to take a break and enjoy the fresh air.

tels. “It’s really nice to come down here and sit. It’s a nice area for us to be in and finally, things have come to a place where we’re able to really promote the breaks. Covid kind of wrecked a lot of that.”

During the pandemic, hospital employees were under a lot of stress, and the hospital built an inside recharge area for the staff. Now the outdoor respite area allows frontline hospital staff to spend time with collea gues and eat outdoors, reset, and relieve stress from the challenges of the day. The bank also contributed newly planted ve getation and installed benches.

Flagstar Bank has a longstanding relationship with Mount Sinai South Nassau and Tim Baker/Herald photos has supported hospital staff throughout the pandemic, first John Pohlman, Chief Financial Officer and Chief with the “Haircuts for Heroes” Operating Officer. Lucy Iannucci, Group Director & event in 2020 when many ser- Senior Vice President, Flagstar Bank and Dr. Adhi v i c e e s t abl i s h m e n t s we re Sharma, President, Mount Sinai South Nassau. closed and MSSN employees were working around the clock. fundraising efforts to improve health “We wanted to continue supporting care on the South Shore, including its the staff because, after the pandemic, annual golf outing and Soiree Under the we were trying to bounce around what Stars gala. we could do for the staff,” said Lucy Ian“We’re just very fortunate to have nucci, Group Director & Senior Vice people like Lucy, who are there for us President, Flagstar Bank “The hospital when we need them. This was a period came up with the idea of having this of very high stress,” said Joe Caldeoutdoor recharge area so that people rone, Senior Vice President of Corpothat work for the hospital can destress a rate Communications. “Lucy and the little.” bank were looking to help so we’re just The bank also has been a consistent very grateful for the great community supporter of the hospital’s ongoing support.”

11

C O M E

T O

T H E

F R E E

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

EVENT AGENDA: VISIT EXHIBITORS FROM 10AM - 11:30AM PANEL DISCUSSION + Q&A FROM 11:35AM - 12:25PM RAFFLE DRAWING AT 12:30PM

!

D

D

T A

!

E

W E E N N O P R T O FRIDAY S F O NOVEMBER 3 • 2023 P CK PRIZES & 10:00AM - 12:30PM A GIVEAWAYS*B Friedberg JCC K +C 15 Neil Ct, Oceanside, NY 11572 FREE E GOODIE FREE FREE H FREE FREE C BAGS**

*must be present to win **while supplies last

Health Screenings

ID Cards

Refreshments

Panel Discussion

Register at richnerlive.com/seniorexpo or call 516.569.4000 x219 SILVER SPONSORS:

GIFT BAG SPONSOR:

TO SPONSOR OR EXHIBIT Contact at aamato@liherald.com or 516.569.4000 x245

TO RSVP Contact Amanda Marte at amarte@liherald.com or 516.569.4000 x219

1234621

VENUE:

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

12

PANELIST

DONNA M. STEFANS, ESQ., AIF® FOUNDER & LEAD ATTORNEY WEALTH ADVISORY ASSOCIATES

HOST

EMPOWER WOMEN & WEALTH: BUILDING FINANCIAL SECURITY Discover invaluable insights and strategies to empower women in achieving financial security and independence. Don't miss this opportunity to take control of your financial future and build the wealth you deserve.

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2023

MICHAEL HINMAN EXECUTIVE EDITOR HERALD COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS

FREE

FROM 12 PM-1 PM

REGISTER FOR FREE AT LIHERALD.COM/EMPOWER

Donna Stefans is a Financial Advisor offering securities and advisory services through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SIPC, a broker/dealer and Registered Investment Advisor. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Branch: 137 WOODBURY RD, WOODBURY, NY 11797

1234666

SCAN TO REGISTER

13

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

October 26, 2023

LOCAL

Candidate profiles, ballot Information and more inside!

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

14

elecTion ‘23

SuperviSor — Town of HeMpSTeAD on the issues: said he has heard frequently from Donald X. Clavin is residents that they seeking reelection as appreciate the way supervisor of the officials in the Town Town of Hempstead. of Hempstead work Clavin was first across the political elected supervisor in aisle.

2019, and was “When residents re-elected in 2021. look at D.C. or up in The Republican served Albany, all they see 18 years as the town’s Donald is dysfunction,” receiver of taxes.

Clavin said. “In the Clavin’s top issue is Clavin Town of Hempstead, taxes. He said he is Party: Republican, we work together, proud of keeping Conservative and we are a taxes low while bipartisan maintaining services. government.”

“We’ve maintained Clavin said he wants to taxes while enhancing services,” continue to create smart housing Clavin said. in the right communities while “In my first four budgets, we’ve addressing critical infrastructure either frozen or cut taxes. And, throughout the town. at the same time, we’ve invested millions of dollars into our parks and roads, and that’s because we work together.”

Clavin said if reelected he would continue to work in a bipartisan manner to improve the town for all residents. He

housing apartments. on the issues: Nicks also she Olena Nicks is a would increase remarkably-driven transparency and person focused on accessibility helping her throughout the community. She town. Hempstead, serves with her local she added, must fire department, provide materials in library board, and multiple languages, school district. and improve its Nicks, a Democrat, website.

Olena is making her second Similar to tax run for town-wide Nicks workshops offered office, after an Party: Democrat, throughout the unsuccessful Working Families town, Nicks wants to campaign for clerk in create seminars in 2021. multiple languages Nicks said one of to better reach more people. her main ideas is for Hempstead She also wants to expand the to address housing needs for all. town’s use of social media — and Nicks is in favor of creating make it, too, available in housing in the right multiple languages — to give communities, not simply people quick recaps of board dumping apartment complexes meetings and important notices. in every neighborhood, or She also favors having board neighborhoods already saturated meeting agenda and minutes with apartments. To that end, if posted online in more languages elected, Nicks would create a than just English. community task force to identify proper locations for affordable

ELECTion ‘23

CLERK — Town of HEMPSTEAD on the issues:

“Unfortunately, the only mailings that Susan Cools has run we’ve been receiving her campaign for lately are very Hempstead Town Clerk expensive,” Cools said. on a platform of They are “very large, transparency — color, glossy postcards, something she says is telling us to oppose the currently lacking with things that Gov. (Kathy) the current town clerk, Hochul is doing.” and which she wants to Cools has nearly four restore. decades of community President of the Susan service under her belt, Baldwin education Cools including not one, but board, Cools believes it’s five stints as president important for taxpayers Party: Democrat of the Baldwinto know how their Rockville Centre Rotary money is spent, and it’s Club. She also spent the job of the clerk to time the parent ensure they find out. association where her kids went to “One of the biggest problems in the school Town of Hempstead is that eight out “I’ve worked very hard to work for of 10 people — you ask if they know the community, and even surrounding what the Town of Hempstead does, communities, throughout the entire people don’t know,” she says. “If you time I’ve lived in New York,” she said. ask them if they have any idea what Becoming town clerk would be the service that their tax money goes to, next logical step in Cools’ political most people don’t know. And I think career. But she says that’s not the only that’s unfortunate.”

And there are ways local electeds reason she’s running. can reach out to constituents, Cools “I just think that there’s always said. And two of them are as simple things that can be done to help as social media, and the old U.S. mail. improve a system,” she said.

on the issues:

her office moving, and even officiated those Many might see Kate weddings over Zoom.

Murray as the great Murray implemented woman who has presided a sticker-less parking over many a marriage in pass system she piloted Nassau County over the in Oceanside, and even past several years, but she implemented ways for has a track record in people to register their politics that goes back license plates online quite a bit — and with — and have public some extraordinary safety officers check accomplishments along Kate plates digitally — to the way.

Murray ensure vehicles using In fact, this current run the system are as clerk wasn’t even Party: Republican, registered.

Murray’s first time in the Conservative She’s also responsible position. That was for the town’s “Oneactually in 2002 — until Stop Passport Shop,” she was elevated to town and pushed for the construction of a supervisor a year later. It was a $6 million facility for Hempstead’s position she held until 2016, before Anchor program that would make returning to the clerk’s office. way for aquatic, athletic, theatre and Before that, she was the first social programs. woman from the area to be elected to She has stayed close to her the Assembly — a position she held Levittown roots, remaining active with until 2001 — and even made a run for the historical society there, as well as Nassau County District Attorney in 2015, losing to Madeline Singas.

Kiwanis and the Levittown Murray has touted her role in Community Council. She’s also a keeping Hempstead going, even member of Irish-Americans in when times were rough, like during Government and the Irish Repertory the coronavirus pandemic. She kept Theatre.

elecTion ‘23 on the issues:

understand their taxes, how they can reduce Jeanine Driscoll has their tax burden, and spent more than 30 years discovering where practicing law while exactly their money raising five children with goes. her husband, Dan, in Driscoll earned their Bellerose home. degrees from The Family is important to Catholic University of Driscoll, whose father America in Washington immigrated from as well as Fordham Venezuela, to raise her University School of and her three siblings in Jeanine Law in Manhattan.

Queens.

Driscoll She was president of On top of all that, the Junior Women’s Driscoll has also been Party: Republican, Club of Bellerose, as Conservative Hempstead’s receiver of well as the Floral Park taxes — a role she hopes Memorial PTSA. She voters will continue to also was part of the entrust to her when they Floral Park-Bellerose school district’s go to the polls for early voting, and budget advisory committee, and well the election itself next month. as the strategic planning committee.

Driscoll’s top priority, according to If re-elected, Driscoll says she will her website, is to continue enhancing continue working to put Nassau services offered by her office in what County “in the right direction,” while she describes as a fiscally responsible fostering the well-being of all the manner. She says she is committed to communities, and the people who live reducing spending all while running within them. an efficient and responsive office at the service of taxpayers.

That will come through continued seminars she’s been hosting through her time in office, helping people

on the issues:

think it was wise for Hempstead to pull so Michael Reid is a much money from its retired hospital EMS reserves to fund the supervisor who has budget. worked as an instructor In fact, Reid said the for what is now town could save money Northwell Health, and by cutting down on also for New York City’s mailings.

911 system.

When he was named But what he’s wanted a Herald Person of the the most in the past few Year in 2015, Reid was years is a chance to serve Michael lauded for his work the people of his Reid founding the Bellmorecommunity — this time Merrick Heroin Task as the new receiver of Party: Democrat Force, and even taxes for the Town of becoming a certified Hempstead. trainer in administering Reid has run for other Narcan — an opioid offices in the past, antidote that can potentially stop a including the Hempstead Town heroin overdose.

Council in 2015, and a pair of runs for What also got attention for Reid the Assembly, losing both times to during that first election for the David McDonough.

Hempstead Town Council was his During his town council run, Reid commitment to running a clean expressed concern about the heroin campaign. epidemic on Long Island, and has “Lately, too many news stories made it clear he has no sympathy for drug dealers. about elected officials show that some But more on the financial front, he involved in politics are less interested did mention that while he was OK in helping the community, and more with how the town managed its interested in helping themselves,”he finances at the time, Reid did not said at the time.

eLeCtioN ‘23

LegisLator — Nassau CouNty, 4th DistriCt on the issues:

While he isn’t entirely against Patrick Mullaney, a Equinor’s offshore wind lifelong registered project, he believes it Democrat, is seeking a should be put on hold political transition by until it addresses the running for a seat on the concerns and negative Nassau County perspectives Legislature as a surrounding it.

Republican. His primary Mullaney advocates goal is to foster for improved conversation and unity, community relations both in politics and Patrick with the police, society.

Mullaney including more officers Mullaney, a member walking beats and of the New York City Fire Party: Republican, increased dialogue Department with 30 Conservative between law years of residency in Long enforcement and the Beach, enters politics community. He is with a fresh perspective, particularly concerned about hate believing that his non-political crimes, especially those of an background makes him more antisemitic nature, and aims to relatable to constituents. He aspires to promote awareness and hold the line on taxes, particularly for communication to combat such acts. residents in Long Beach, Oceanside, Overdevelopment and affordable Island Park, Atlantic Beach, East housing are additional issues. He Atlantic Beach, and Lido Beach. recognizes the diverse needs of Mullaney acknowledges his lack of different communities and emphasizes experience in examining the county budget but gains insight from his the importance of affordable housing, everyday life, witnessing the citing his personal experience of challenges of living in Long Beach due accommodating his parents due to to rising costs. housing affordability challenges.

on the issues:

biking as a mode of transportation in her Alexis Pace’s journey area, Pace aims to in community advocacy expand and enhance and politics has been biking infrastructure for deeply influenced by her safety and convenience daughter, who was born without compromising with Down syndrome. traffic lanes. Safety, When her daughter particularly for students faced resistance while who walk or ride to starting school, Pace school due to their became her unwavering proximity, is another advocate, teaching her Alexis key focus. She plans to the value of fighting for Pace address pedestrianthose without a voice. friendly travel and Drawing from her Party: Democrat improved traffic experiences, Pace has patterns. become a strong Pace also advocates advocate for various for increased police causes. presence while prioritizing officers’ Pace’s involvement in school mental health, considering their boards, including roles as co-president strenuous pandemic-related duties. of the Special Education PTA and vice Her involvement in the ongoing president of the Central Council PTA, discussions surrounding wind energy provided her with insight into projects, specifically the construction addressing educational inequities. of wind turbines off the coast of Long One of her primary concerns is the Beach, has driven her concern about allocation of Covid relief funds in how project details are communicated Nassau County. to the public.

She is determined to ensure that She believes that open, objective these funds benefit the communities dialogue is crucial to prevent the issue she aspires to represent. from being overly politicized.

Recognizing the significance of

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

ReceiveR of Taxes — Town of HeMPsTeaD

15

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

16

ELECTION ‘23

LONG BEACH CITY COUNCIL Mike Reinhart • Brendan Finn • Chris Fiumara Elizabeth Treston • Tina Posterli • James Hodge Republican Party

On the issues:

Democratic Party

On the issues:

Mike Reinhart has now lived in Long Beach for 25 years. His children have now played ice hockey and softball and danced with Hagen-Kavanagh. He’s also coached a few teams himself. All the small, community-based things he’s been involved in have allowed him to meet residents and here their concerns. These concerns drove him to want to be a city councilmember.

He says what people are really concerned about in Long Beach are the “ever-increasing taxes.” He says he believes people are scared they’re going to have to move out and they’re scared for their kids.

One of the main things he wants to address, if elected, is his feeling that the city council meetings feel like its “us versus them,” meaning the residents against the council. He said that can’t be, and he and his running mates — Brendan Finn and Chris Fiumara — would work change that.

Brendan Finn moved to Long Beach with his family in 1961 when he was three. He attended Long Beach Catholic Regional School growing up and worked at Monarch Beverage on Long Beach

Road. He ended up managing the place after he graduated college. He’s now a private investigator and teachers at John Jay College in Manhattan. But why run for city council?

He believes the number one challenge to the city is taxes. He says the city needs to be able to generate revenue, and yet keep the taxes lower so that the people can have a good life and enjoy the place that they want to live in.

Chris Fiumara has been living in Long Beach for about 25 years, but spent many childhood summers on the city’s beaches.

To him, the most important part and issue is the budget. He thinks that the council — and the city — need new people to handle it.

He said he “thinks you need people who have the actual experience to run $100 million budgets, who have done it for a living and have been successful with it.” To him, that’s the most important part of it. “I think giving somebody who doesn’t have the qualifications a $100 million checkbook is very detrimental for all the citizens of the city.”

During her time on the Long Beach City Council, Liz Treston has been involved many things. One of the things she has been involved with is the rebuilding and revitalization of the city’s parks. Magnolia was redone completely, and other parks are going to be redone, she said.

Other things have changed in the city, too, during this time.

She says they’ve policies within government so departments have to be more responsible, more accountable and more transparent. She says it wasfor the taxpayer. There were some questionable things going on before she took office, she said, and that’s no longer happening.

Tina Posterli moved to long beach just over two decades ago. Since then, she said she’s been focused on serving the community. She joined Artists in Partnership, and was a founding board member. One of her passions, she said, is to establish a cultural arts center in Long Beach.

She has spent time as co-president of the PTA and also spent time on the school board. She acted as school board

president during the Covid pandemic.

She worked there during a budget process that resulted in a zero percent tax levy increase.

She said she is really committed to the growth and development the future growth and development of Long Beach. She hopes to push through the comprehensive plan. She believe that that’s an enormous issue for the community, how it develops and how the community is thought about.

James Hodge is a name a lot of people know around Long Beach. He used to be the chairman of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center and he’s frequently speaking at every city council meeting. Now, he wants to be speaking on the other side of the podium.

He said he is now running for city council to give a voice to all of the “marginalized people in the city that feel left out.” He said he feels it’s important for people to feel as though someone is fighting for them.

Hodge, when asked the question if there are any assets in Long Beach that can be generating more funds, he responded, “yes, yes.”

ElECTion ‘23

Town CounCil — 3RD DisTRiCT on the issues:

Hempstead Caring Hearts, a non-profit Indgrid Izaguirre, a specializing in providing Democrat and longtime housing assistance to Valley Stream resident, vulnerable populations, considers herself a to help find a stable community outreach housing situation for specialist whose steadily displaced migrants with forged an intimate little financial recourse. knowledge of the A Honduran native various services offered — and one of seven by social service agencies children — she watched and nonprofits. She Ingrid her immigrant parents made a brief stint as a Izaguirre struggle from fighting volunteer rookie first to learn English, to responder in the Valley Party: Democrat lacking the benefits of Stream Fire Departmentan American education.

Rescue 347 — and tried Her life experience her hand at local politics, motivates her core in an unsuccessful bid for belief that a community leader, much Valley Stream village trustee in 2015. less an elected official, should reflect The thrust of Izaguirre’s political compassion and care for the people philosophy has centered around she serves, and actively help them empowering individuals in need with however she can. the right sort of resources and Izaguirre believes tackling connecting them to a trusted support longstanding issues like network. overdevelopment and repairing roads Drawing from her experience in and basic services requires someone to Medicaid managed care, she’s worked closely with Círculo de la Hispanidad be present and actively listen to in Long Beach, to provide vulnerable concerns. populations with access to medical A top priority of Izaguirre’s coverage. She’s coordinated with platform is safety.

on the issues:

stroke suffered in utero. Her involvement Melissa “Missy” Miller, with the a Republican and lifelong Compassionate Care resident of Atlantic Act led New York to Beach, has a paramount authorize medical focus on advocating for marijuana treatment vulnerable individuals for patients with lifeand those grappling with threatening illnesses in chronic health issues. Her 2015. political journey began In her current role as with a five-year tenure in a councilwoman, the Assembly, a position Melissa Miller’s commitment to she left due to family Miller assisting the vulnerable medical concerns and the remains unwavering. departure of Bruce Party: Republican, She aims to enhance Blakeman, who was Conservative accessibility for disabled elected as the county individuals, such as executive. Miller’s ensuring that town primary objective is to beaches offer access to the high-tide serve as a voice for the most water line with beach rollout mats. marginalized people in her area and She is fervently dedicated to making a state. positive impact in the lives of those Before her time in the Assembly, with special needs or disabilities, a Miller served as an advocate for commitment inspired by her own chronic health issues through experiences.

Compassionate Care New York, a Miller also underscores the group dedicated to supporting patients and providers in advocating importance of integrating the for individuals facing serious illnesses. perspective of those living with these This personal connection is driven by challenges into the policymaking her son, Oliver, who confronted process. medical challenges stemming from a

1234230

Licensed & Insured - Nassau & Suffolk

OF THE HERALD COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS

PULL OUT 17

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

The #1 Physician Practice Network in the U.S. is in Long Beach Top-quality care is right here at NYU Langone Primary Care— Long Beach, where primary and specialty care teams prioritize your wellness in a comfortable, modern environment.

Our services include: • Annual wellness visits and vaccinations • Complete primary care for patients ages 18+ • Gastroenterology evaluations and treatments

Adam Henner, DO Family Medicine

We’ll partner with you to manage your health, tapping our network of specialists and surgeons when needed. With one integrated health record and easy management of appointments, tests, and prescriptions in our app, your care has never been so convenient.

NYU Langone Health is a top performer in delivering high-quality outpatient care, as measured by the 2023 Vizient Ambulatory Quality and Accountability Ranking.

Paul Weissberg, MD Family Medicine

To make an appointment, visit nyulangone.org/longbeach

Source: 2023 Vizient Ambulatory Quality and Accountability Award; Ranked #1 out of 62 participating networks.

Julie L. Pennetti, NP Internal Medicine

Bernard Bienstock, MD Gastroenterology

1234231

NYU Langone Primary Care—Long Beach 340 West Park Avenue, Long Beach, NY 11561 516-431-5064 Extended weekday and Saturday hours available

Phone: 516-679-2622 ❖ Fax: 516-679-1648

www.astepabovestairbuilder.com • astepabovestairs@verizon.net

PULL OUT

WHO’S ON THE BALLOT FORM COURTESY O

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

18

GENERAL ELECTION Candidates Extending Sewage Project Debt Exclusion From Debt Limit The proposed amendment to Article 7, Section 5 of the Constitution extends for 10 years the authority of counties, cities, towns and villages to remove from their constitutional debt limits debt for the construction of sewage facilities. Shall the proposed amendment be approved?

Removal of Small City School Districts from Special Constitutional Debt Limitation The proposed amendment to Article 8, Section 4 of the Constitution removes the special constitutional debt limitation now placed on small city school districts, so they will be treated the same as all other school districts. Shall the proposed amendment be approved?

EL

November 07, 2023 NASSAU COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

This is not an a by your edition of the Herald. Spec Herald may be found at LIHer

LONG BEACH

Legislator — Nassau County, 4th District Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Distrito 4

Alexis N. Pace (D)

Vote for One (1)

Patrick C. Mullaney (R,C)

Legislator — Nassau C

Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Dis

Biju Chacko (D)

Legislator — Nassau C Legislator — Nassau County, 5th District Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Distrito 5

Seth I. Koslow (D)

Vote for One (1)

Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Dis

Jake Scheiner (D)

Joseph A. Baker (R,C)

Legislator — Nassau C

Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Dis

Legislator — Nassau County, 6th District Legislador — Condado de Nassau, Distrito 6

Debra S. Mulé (D,WFP)

Matthew W. Malin (D)

Vote for One (1)

Benjamin Jackson (R,C)

Legislator — Nassau

Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Di

Joshua Alexander Lafazan (D)

Legislator — Nassau County, 7th District Legislator — Nassau County, 1st District Legislador — Condado de Nassau, Distrito 1

Scott M. Davis (D)

Vote for One (1)

Tanvir Ahmad (D)

Vote for One (1)

Howard J. Kopel (R,C)

Michael J. Lucchesi (R,C)

Legislator — Nassau County, 2nd District Legislador — Condado de Nassau, Distrito 2

Siela A. Bynoe (D,WFP)

Legislador — Condado de Nassau, Distrito 7

Vote for One (1)

Karin B. Campbell (R,C)

Legislator — Nassau County, 11th District Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Distrito 11

Delia M. DeRiggi-Whitton (D)

Vote for One (1)

John F. Stalzer (R,C)

Legislator — Nassau County, 12th District

Legislador — Condado de Nassau, Distrito 3

Legislador - Condado de Nassau, Distrito 12

Carrie Solages (D,WFP)

Sheharyar Ali (R,C)

Alcalde — Glen Cove

George Maragos (D)

Legislator — Nassau County, 3rd District Vote for One (1)

Mayor — Glen Cove

Matthew Pasternak (D)

30 A W. Park Avenue | Long Beach o 516.763-6150

Vote for One (1)

Michael J. Giangregorio (R,C)

City Council — Glen C Ayuntamiento — Glen Cove

Marsha F. Silverman (D,WFP) Danielle Fugazy Scagliola (D) John F. Zozzaro (D) Joseph M. Manfredi (D) Joanne Yee (D) Theresa Rose Pergola (D)

1234230

Licensed & Insured - Nassau & Suffolk

OF THE HERALD COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS

PULL OUT 23

actual ballot, but a composite of several sample ballots so as to reflect all the districts within the communities covered cific candidates for individual communities are identified in blue. Complete reporting on candidates running in districts covered by the

rald.com under the Elections ’23 tab. For election results after the polls close Tuesday night, go to LIHerald.com

County, 13th District

strito 13

Vote for One (1)

Thomas McKevitt (R,C)

Town Council — Hempstead, 5th District

Supervisor — Town Of Hempstead Supervisor — Ciudad de Hempstead

Olena Nicks (D,WFP)

Vote for One (1)

Donald X. Clavin Jr. (R,C)

County, 14th District

strito 14

Vote for One (1)

C. William Gaylor (R,C)

Kate Murray (R,C)

County, 15th District

strito 15

Receiver Of Taxes — Town Of Hempstead Receptor De Impuestos — Ciudad De Hempstead

County, 18th District

Michael F. Reid (D)

Vote For One (1)

Jeanine C. Driscoll (R,C)

Vote for Three (3)

Brendan P. Finn (R,C) Christopher E. Fiumara (R,C) Michael G. Reinhart (R,C)

Supervisor — Town Of Oyster Bay Supervisora — Ciudad de Oyster Bay

Jared S. Behr (D)

Vote for One (1)

Joseph S. Saladino (R,C)

Vote for One (1)

Samantha A. Goetz (R,C)

Town Council — Hempstead, 2nd District Ayuntamiento — Hempstead, 2nd Distrito Vote for One (1)

Lawrence E. Nedelka (D)

Vote For One (1)

Thomas E. Muscarella (R,C)

Pamela D. Panzenbeck (R,C) Ayuntamiento — Hempstead, Distrito 3 Vote for Six (6)

Kevin P. Maccarone (R,C) Jack Mancusi (R,C) Barbara A. Peebles (R,C) Roni Sue Jenkins (R,C) Grady M. Farnan (R,C) Michael I. Ktistakis (R,C)

Clerk — Town of Oyster Bay Secretario — Ciudad de Oyster Bay

Susan G. Mintz (D)

Vote for One (1)

Richard L. LaMarca (R,C)

Receiver Of Taxes — Town of Oyster Bay Town Council — Hempstead, 3rd District

Cove

Elizabeth M. Treston (D) Tina M. Posterli (D,WFP) James E. Hodge (D)

Vote for One (1)

John Ferretti (R,C)

istrito 18

Christopher J. Carini (R,C)

Ayuntamiento — Long Beach Vote For One (1)

Susan E. Cools (D)

Jasmine Peña (D)

Vote for One (1)

City Council — Long Beach

Clerk — Town Of Hempstead Secretario - Ciudad de Hempstead

Ayuntamiento — Hempstead, Distrito 5

Ingrid G. Izaguirre (D)

Vote for One (1)

Receptor de impuestos - Ciudad de Oyster Bay

Vincent Macchio (D)

Vote for One (1)

Jeffrey P. Pravato (R,C)

Melissa L. Miller (R,C)

Town Council — Oyster Bay Receptor de impuestos - Ciudad de Oyster Bay

Town Council — Hempstead, 4th District Ayuntamiento — Hempstead, Distrito 4

Darien D. Ward (D)

Vote for One (1)

Laura A. Ryder (R,C)

MANY WORDS CAN DESCRIBE YOUR INSPIRATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT. BUT

“LEGEND” SAYS IT ALL

Ravin R. Chetram (D) Danielle M. Medeiros (D) Sydney K. Martin (D)

Vote for Three (3)

Steven L. Labriola (R,C) Laura L. Maier (R,C) Vicki A. Walsh (R,C)

Lic. RE Salesperson c 516.313.2700

15 YEARS OF PERSEVERANCE EXPERTISE CONSISTENCY

1232691

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

LECTIon’23

Phone: 516-679-2622 ❖ Fax: 516-679-1648

www.astepabovestairbuilder.com • astepabovestairs@verizon.net

PULL OUT

BRINGING LOCAL SPORTS HOME EVERY WEEK

SPOTLIGHT ATHLETE

HERALD SPORTS

Field hockey rises in Long Beach

By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

GABRIELLA WILLIAMS Elmont Senior Volleyball WILLIAMS ETCHED HERSELF into the Elmont girls volleyball record book Oct. 16 as the Spartans racked up another victory to improve to 12-2. The third-year setter racked up 32 assists in a sweep of Plainview, giving her 1,000 for her career. The performance also vaulted Williams to the top of the Nassau County assist list this season with 496. A captain, she was an All-County selection and team MVP last season.

GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Oct. 26 Girls Soccer: Class B semifinals at higher seed .............TBA Girls Soccer: Class AA quarterfinals at higher seed .......TBA Boys Soccer: Class AA quarterfinals at higher seed .......TBA

Friday, Oct. 27 Girls Soccer: Class A semifinals at C.S. Harbor ..............TBA Football: Seaford at East Rockaway .......................... 6 p.m.

Football: V.S. North at Hewlett ................................... 6 p.m.

Football: V.S. Central at Oceanside ........................... 6 p.m.

Football: Uniondale at Plainview ..........................6:30 p.m.

Football: West Hempstead at C.S. Harbor ................. 7 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Class B final at Farmingdale College ... 7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 28 Football: Baldwin at Freeport .................................... 2 p.m.

Football: Manhasset at Carey ................................... 2 p.m.

Football: Clarke at Roosevelt..................................... 2 p.m.

Football: Long Beach at Elmont ................................ 2 p.m.

Football: Farmingdale at Hempstead ........................ 2 p.m.

Football: Malverne at Lawrence ................................ 2 p.m.

Football: Plainedge at Lynbrook ................................ 2 p.m.

Football: Garden City at Mepham ............................ 2 p.m.

Football: South Side at Floral Park............................ 2 p.m.

Football: Bethpage at Wantagh ................................. 2 p.m.

Football: Mineola at Kennedy ................................... 2 p.m.

Nominate a “Spotlight Athlete” High School athletes to be featured on the Herald sports page must compete in a fall sport and earned an All-Conference award or higher last year. Please send the following information for consideration: Name, School, Grade, Sport and accomplishments to Sports@liherald.com.

In its third year of existence after starting as a club in the spring of 2021, Long Beach field hockey is on the rise.

The Marines, in only their second season competing at Nassau County’s varsity level, collected three victories including a 2-0 win in the Oct. 19 finale at Great Neck South. Senior Isabel Cardo and junior Kaylie McCabe scored while goaltenders Lucy Nash and Brianna Amey combined for the shutout.

“It’s exciting to see how much our team improved over the years,” said Cardo, a member of the program since Day One. “It was a big adjustment going from playing JV to varsity and we didn’t win any games last year. But we were more competitive this year and it was a great feeling for everyone to get some wins,” she added.

Christine Graham has coached the team since birth. “We had a group of kids who graduated in 2020 that planted the seed to get the program going and it’s really catching on,” she said. “Last year we had a roster of 15 and this year it grew to 22.”

The Marines played a JV schedule in the fall of 2021 and made the jump to varsity last fall. Despite not getting into the win column, Graham said the improvement was clear.

“Last season was rough in terms of our record, but I could see the advancement in our play in both game knowledge and skill set,” Graham said. “Getting that first win this year was a giant relief. It was pure joy because the girls worked so hard for so long.”

The historic victory came Sept. 20 and it didn’t come easy. Long Beach needed double overtime to defeat Great Neck South in a shootout, 3-2. Cardo, Delaney Kaplan and Maria Guzman-Amaya scored.

“It was pretty much an even game the whole way,” Graham explained. “We play 10 minutes of overtime and then it goes to a shootout. We executed so well and scored on three of our four shootout chances.”

Following losses to Great Neck North and Sewanhaka, the Marines (3-9) were

Shoot-out do your knee in?

We’ve Got Specialists For That ®

OC1496_RunningMan_Herald_Strip_10.25x2.5_Soccer.indd 1

Donovan Berthoud/Herald

Junior Hailey Pilch was a mainstay on defense this fall for the Marines, who earned their first three wins as a varsity program. back in the win column again Oct. 2 as they avenged the Great Neck North setback with another shootout victory. Nash made 12 saves; Cardo and freshmen Kaplan and Jordan Soriano notched goals.

Graham said filling Cardo’s shoes in the midfield and as a leader will be difficult.

“She raised the bar of everyone else,” the coach said.

The defense in front of Nash, a sophomore, and Amey, a freshman, was led by

juniors Guzman-Amaya, Hailey Pilch and Ariana Jara. “Our defense was solid all year and those three girls played all the time,” said Graham, who is optimistic Long Beach can compete at both the JV and varsity levels in 2024.

“The interest has grown so much and field hockey is becoming a thing in Long Beach,” Cardo said. “There are girls at the elementary school level playing now in a junior league and that’s great to see.”

516.536.2800 | orlincohen.com

1234304

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

24

WHO’S ON THE BALLOT FORM COURTESY O

9/22/23 2:46 PM

STEPPING OUT

25

Let a mad scientist’s lair take over your home

By Karen Bloom

he countdown is on to spooking and assorted revelry. The signs of that festive day are all around us as those ghouls, witches and wizards — along with princesses, pirates, etc. — look forward to Oct. 31.

Prepare a disposable decorating bag with more green icing; cut a hole in point of bag (the size of tip 3)SO. Attach candy eyeballs with dots of green icing.

Pipe green eyelids.

Use black pouch icing with round tip to pipe dot nose and neck bolts, outline mouth and stitches.

So, throw on a costume and act like a kid — with or without the kids. Transform your house into Frankenstein’s lab with a few party tricks and Halloween goodies. Set the scene with a mad scientist-themed sweets table, and carry it home with a crazy good menu featuring frightfully yummy appetizers, some mocktails for the kids (and non-drinkers in your crowd) and, of course, treats.

Melted Witch Punch

Play mixologist with a perfect potion recipe featuring a few easy ingredients.

• 6 cups water • 1 cup white sugar • 1 (6 ounce) package lime-flavored gelatin mix • 1 (46 fluid ounce) can pineapple juice • 2 quarts orange juice • 1/2 cup lemon juice • 2 (2 liter) bottles chilled lemon-lime soda Mix water, sugar, and gelatin mix in a large saucepan and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and cook at a boil, whisking frequently, until gelatin and sugar have dissolved, about 3 minutes. Stir pineapple juice, orange juice, and lemon juice into gelatin mixture and transfer into resealable plastic bags. Place in freezer until slushy, about 4 hours.

Bring Frankenstein to life

It’s not a mad scientist Halloween party without Frankenstein.

This easy Frankenstein cake makes a big statement, a fantastic centerpiece for your sweets table and will make others green with envy over your decorating skills.

• 6 cups favorite cake recipe or mix • 4 cups white ready-to-use decorator icing • Green food coloring • Black icing (in pouch with tips) • Large candy eyeballs Tools needed: • 6-by-3-inch round pan • 10-by-16-inch cooling grid • Cake plate • Cake leveler • 13-inch angled spatula • 12-inch disposable decorating bags Prepare cake according to instructions and make two layers using 6-inch round pans.

Bake and cool on cooling grid.

Prepare green icing. Stack layers on cake plate for a two-layer cake, using leveler as needed. Ice cake sides smooth.

Use black pouch icing without tip to cover top of cake. Use tip of spatula to create spiral effect. Use black pouch icing with star tip to pipe pull-out bangs around top edge and two hair strands on cake top.

The Brooklyn-based comedian is back with his latest off-Broadway comedy special, ‘Colin Quinn: Small Talk.’ Quinn is most widely known for political humor, but his ‘Small Talk’ comedy show has a different focus: the art of charisma. In his latest attempt at humor, Colin breaks down the one area he’s actually gifted in: personality. He has been chatting it up with friends, family, municipal employees and counter people his whole life, and now he can wants to teach everyone how to stop sucking the energy out of the room. Quinn’s most recent stage show, 2021’s ‘The Last Best Hope,’ combined a similar premise (Quinn’s charisma) with his trademark political comedy, focusing on why his is a voice worth listening to in today’s social-media saturated age where everyone has a platform.

Quinn has indeed built a sizable social media platform, with more than 500,000 followers on X — formerly known as Twitter — alone, but he’s a stalwart of the in-person New York City comedy scene, too.

Friday, Oct. 27, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville.

(516) 299-3100, or TillesCenter.org.

Spooky Graveyard Pie

Eventually the monster’s lair will lead out to the “graveyard.” Set the mood with this treat.

• 3 cups (about 32) finely ground chocolate sandwich cookies, divided • 3 tablespoons melted butter • 1 can (12 fluid ounces) evaporated milk • 1 3/4 cups (11.5-ounce package) milk chocolate morsels • 2 large egg yolks • 2 tablespoons cornstarch • 8 chocolate filled vanilla wafer cookies • Black and purple decorator writing gels • Assorted Halloween candies Combine 1-1/2 cups cookie crumbs and butter in 9-inch pie plate. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and upsides of pie plate. Set aside remaining 1 1/2 cups crumbs for dirt topping.

Whisk together evaporated milk, egg yolks and cornstarch in medium saucepan. Heat over mediumlow heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is very hot and thickens slightly; do not boil. Remove from heat; stir in morsels until completely melted and mixture is smooth.

Pour into crust. Sprinkle with remaining 1-1/2 cups cookie crumbs. Press crumbs down gently.

Refrigerate for 3 hours or until set.

Decorate cookie tombstones with writing gels as desired; let set. Insert tombstones around edge of pie.

With spoon, mound cookie crumbs to form “fresh graves.” Decorate graveyard with candy to make the pie as spooky as you want it to be!

Makes 8 servings.

Pink Talking Fish Three mammoth bands. Three musical phenomenons. One idea inspired by love of the music. That’s Pink Talking Fish, who visit the Landmark stage with their hybrid tribute fusion act.

Pink Floyd, The Talking Heads and Phish are all more than just bands to Eric Gould on bass, Richard James on keyboards, Zack Burwick on drums, and Cal Kehoe on guitar. PTF has discovered that fusing the material together creates an amazing story.

The epic emotion of Pink Floyd. The funky, dance-able layerings of The Talking Heads. The styles, unique compositional structures and pure fun of Phish — to merge these three into one gives music lovers a special experience. Discovering connections is part of the fun: Pink Floyd’s ‘On The Run’ seamlessly fitting in the middle of the composition of Phish’s ‘You Enjoy Myself.’ Perfectly placing Phish’s ‘Sand’ into the groove of The Talking Head’s ‘Slippery People,’ and more.

Saturday, Oct. 28, 8 p.m. $45 and $40. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (917) 567-5842 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

Colin Quinn

Your Neighborhood

On stage

THE

The Joni Project visits the Landmark stage, Friday, Nov. 10, 8 p.m., celebrating Joni Mitchell’s 80th birthday. The musically sophisticated band is fronted by remarkable multi-instrumentalist and singer Katie Pearlman, who impressively plays Joni’s songs in their original open guitar tunings, and also includes jazz and jam band mainstays Dave Berg (guitar), Dan Ehrlich (bass), Alan Lerner (drums), Mark Mancini (keyboards), Steve Finklestein (percussion), Premik Russell Tubbs (saxophone and flute) and Victoria Faiella (backing vocals).

Collectively, they’ve performed with members of the Grateful Dead, The Band, The Doors, the Neville Brothers, and many others. Together, they bring fresh interpretation to Joni’s legendary tunes from their many eras and genres — particularly from the time of her stunning and dynamic collaboration with Jaco Pastorius, Pat Metheny and Michael Brecker. From the deep folk roots of her musical beginnings, Joni’s music evolved over the years to include elements of funk, rock and the full palette of harmonic colors embodied by modern jazz. Her brilliantly original chord progressions were paired with beautifully crafted melodies adorned by lyrics of unmatched poetic profundity to create some of the most powerfully enduring and well-loved songs of all time. Perlman faithfully performs in true Joni style, her tunings remain as fresh today as they were when first performed. $45, $39. $33. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (917) 567-5842 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

10

On exhibit View the landmark exhibition “Modigliani and the Modern Portrait,” at Nassau County Museum of Art. Devoted to the way that Modigliani powerfully re-defined the art of portraiture, the show includes his masterworks along with paintings and drawings by his Parisian contemporaries (Picasso, van Dongen, Laurencin). Modigliani’s enduring influence on artists even in our own time is shown in a selection of Contemporary paintings by such important figures as David Hockney, Eric Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton and others. The exhibition is being curated by Dr. Kenneth Wayne, founder of The Modigliani Project, which authenticates paintings and drawings (two of the works in the show have been recently approved by the committee). Through Nov. 5.

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

!

ER AN EV TH LE EV LI AB B B U B N U E MOR

See “Alabama Story,” presented by Nassau Community College Theater and Dance Thursday through Saturday, oct.

26-28, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 29, 2 p.m.; panel discussion follows Sunday performance at 4:30 p.m., discussing book banning and censorship. Also online streaming show, Nov. 3.

Kenneth Jones’ new play is based on the real life story of Emily Wheelock Reed, a librarian who defended a book that caused a minor uproar in 1959 Alabama. A gentle children’s book with an apparent hidden message stirs the passions of a segregationist state senator, just as the civil rights movement is flowering. A contrasting story of childhood friends — an African American man and a woman of white privilege, reunited in adulthood in Montgomery that same year — provides private counterpoint to the public events of the play. Nassau Community College’s LittleTheatre, Garden City. Tickets $12; NCC students free with valid ID; $10 veterans, alumni, seniors 60+, students and NCC employees. For tickets/ information, email throff@ ncc. Edu or call (516) 5727676.

Attorney advertising

Protecting Your Future with Michael and Suzanne Ettinger Attorneys-at-Law

Book Review: “Outlive”

by Peter Attia, MD (Part Two)

“ IT WILL BLOW YOUR-OPMRAHIND! ” -OPRAH

In his book, Dr. Attia describes the tactics necessary for the “compression of morbidity” – meaning shrinking the period of decline at the end of life and increasing the length of healthy life. To live longer without disease rather than simply extending the duration of disease.

Centuries of observations have shown that simply eating less extends life and prevents the onset of disease. As the old saying goes, “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and supper like a pauper.” Similarly, the powerful adverse effects of poor sleep on metabolism and cognitive ability are fleshed out, including tips on sleeping better.

Tips for avoiding cardiovascular disease, including a review of the current cholesterol lowering medications, is provided. Cancer is analyzed for how it works in the body and the current as well as promising future therapies, while advocating for the best cancer treatment of all – “early detection.”

GET TICKETS

Whereas Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases were, until recently, thought to be unpreventable, that is no longer true. While quality of sleep and nutrition play a role in preventing cognitive decline, nothing compares to exercise – both strength training and aerobic exercise – which reduce inflammation and oxidative stress and increase vascular function. Regular exercisers also live as much as a decade longer than sedentary people.

As the author states, “This is our objective: to delay death, and to get the most out of our extra years. The rest of our lives becomes a time to relish rather than to dread.” It is not an easy read but with the healthy prescriptions provided in a range of areas, it is a worthwhile addition to the ever burgeoning literature on life extension. As Muhammad Ali said “I never won a fight in the ring; I always won in preparation.”

ETTINGER LAW FIRM ELDER LAW ESTATE PLANNING SINCE 1991

trustlaw.com Trusts & Estates • Wills & Probate • Medicaid

Visit us at trustlaw.com to learn more or search Ettinger Law on YouTube for our elder law estate planning videos

FREE CONSULTATION: 516-327-8880 x117 or email info@trustlaw.com

100 Merrick Rd., Rockville Centre • 3000 Marcus Ave., Lake Success

1232156

Nov.

The Joni Project

1234392

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

26

Other offices in Huntington • Melville • Islandia Ettinger10.26.indd 1

10/22/23 1:48 PM

Veteran’s Day Ceremony The Joint Veterans Organization in cooperation with the City of Long Beach hosts the annual Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony, Saturday, Nov. 11, 10:30 a.m., at City Hall. The ceremony is a public thank you to the many veterans who have bravely served our country.

All are welcome to attend.

For more information, visit LongBeachNY.gov.

Hatha Yoga Class Stretch and balance yourself at the Long Beach Public Library’s Hatha yoga class, Wednesday, Nov. 1, 9-10 a.m.

111 W. Park Ave. Register at LongBeachLibrary.org.

Bring the family to Nassau County Museum of Art, Saturday, Nov. 4, when everyone can immerse themselves in the Mexican tradition of Day of the Dead. Participate in family art making, a Spanish and English language story time, music, traditional foods, and a display of artwork by a local Mexican-American visual artist exploring cultural themes.

Choose from two sessions, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1-2:30 p.m.

Suitable for children aged 2-14 and their adult companions.

Everyone may participate in art making and each adult attending must purchase a spot. This is not a drop-off event. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. $20 non-member adult, $10 member adult, $10 nonmember child. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9338 or NassauMuseum.org.

Having an event?

27

Westbury House Tour

Dog Days Weekend Enjoy the glorious grounds of Old Westbury Gardens with your pooch (leashed of course), Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 28-29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. With dog parade and costume contest on Sunday, 3-5 p.m. Prizes awarded to best dog costumes, including Prettiest, Most Handsome, Most Original, Best Duo or Group, Funniest.

Costume contest participants must register at the map stand by 2:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchase for weekend events required. Old Westbury Gardens, 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.

For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour, Friday, Oct. 27, noon-1 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 29, 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 30, noon-1 p.m. Be introduced to the intensive labor required to create the lifestyle experienced by the Phipps family and their guests; tour the many rooms that were “behind the scenes” to create the formal dining experiences of early 20th century. Go along the corridors to the butler’s pantry and silver cleaning room then descend the 17 steps to the kitchen, scullery, and wine storage rooms located on the ground floor. Reservations required. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.

Spooky Fest is back A Halloween experience not to be missed, Spooky Fest is an outdoor adventure perfect for families who don’t want to be scared — or maybe just a little. Join in the fun at the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. Along the way in the updated and beautifully lit up, Enchanted Walk you will see dinosaurs, aliens and friendly witches, costumed characters and more. Get your fortune told, make a craft and danceg with the Halloween DJ, along with face painting and the new Amazing Glow tent. For those who want to get a little scared, venture into the Dino Woods. Be on the lookout for the Zombie Robotic Dinosaurs. 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre.

Visit CSTL.org for more information.

Halloween in the Plaza Celebrate Halloween in Kennedy Plaza with the last Arts In The Plaza event of the season, Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. Enjoy a costume parade and dance party; Studio Noir provides music. Also trick or treat and shop from local artists and vendors. For more information, visit ArtsInThePlaza.com.

World-Class Luxury for Long Island Sands New York is aiming to redefine Long Island hospitality.

Through a proposed flagship resort and entertainment venue featuring a state-of-the-art Canyon Ranch spa and fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, celebrity chef establishments such as Rao’s and Estiatorio Milos, as well as favorite Long Island restaurants, plus a worldclass performance venue, luxury hotel rooms, meeting and conference facilities, casino gaming, public attraction spaces and so much more.

Sands New York is poised to create thousands of career opportunities, unparalleled recreational enjoyment, and billions of investment dollars for Long Island and its residents.

VISIT SANDSNEWYORK.COM

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

Obtain no-cost breast cancer screening at Mount Sinai South Nassau Center for Women’s Imaging, Sunday, Oct. 29, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Screenings are open to insured and underinsured women. Limited spots are available and appointments are required. Bring any prior mammographic films and reports on disc. 440 Merrick Road, Oceanside. Call (516) 255-8220 to schedule (reference event when making appointment).

Día de los Muertos

1231444

Breast cancer screening

GUEST COLUMN

T

October is Depression Awareness Month

here was a time during my young adult life when the emotional pain I experienced was so deeply overwhelming, so deeply devastating that it left me contemplating the unimaginable, my own life. A personal truth that I do not feel shame in sharing as this vulnerable human emotion was born out of a sudden, traumatic loss of my beloved spouse. The point is, that no one should ever be left to feel alone, ashamed, shamed, or judged for the emotional pain we inherit and carry in this life through

no fault of our own. To understand that depression is a deeply complicated, universal medical condition impacting children and adults of all ages and why we as a culture need to “humanize” depression.

To understand, the brain, like any other human organ, is vulnerable to illness and deserves the same compassion and support, without assigning cruel, archaic stigma or blame. To acknowledge the courage, it takes to face the darkness and loneliness of depression. To acknowledge the immense amount of courage and

energy it takes to fight and lift one’s spirit when living within a body and brain that is working against you.

October is recognized as Depression Awareness Month.

According to Medical News Today, October is recognized as Depression Awareness Month each year. The purpose is to increase understanding, decrease stereotypes, and help educate on how depression and other mental health issues impact people. Depression Awareness

HERALD

WRAPPING

PAPER

DESiGN

CONTEST

ATTENTION KIDS: THE HERALD IS HOLDING A CONTEST TO DESIGN HOLIDAY WRAPPING PAPER

Who can enter: There will be 2 categories: Students in grades k-5 Students in 6-12 One entry per student Deadline: Entries must be received by 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov, 15, 2023.

Winners will have their design printed as wrapping paper in the Herald and will be featured in an article in their local Herald paper.

Entry format: Please use an 8 1/2 by 11 inch piece of unlined paper All entries should have the student’s name, age, address, telephone number, email, grade and school printed on the back. Design can be reflective of all religious holidays. Entries will not be returned.

Although there are different types of depressive disorders, the most diagnosed form of depression is Major Depressive Disorder. A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly one in five adults have a mental health illness.

Many factors contribute to depression, which includes biological factors, such as DOnnA PIsACAnO genes or brain BrOWn chemistry. Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse. Family history of mental health problems.

Mental Health Treatment Concerns.

According to Forbes Health, a recent report cited that there is “only one provider available for every 350 individuals in need of services”. Add to this, the countless numbers of people who do not have appropriate mental health coverage or the finances to pay for out-of-pocket mental health treatment. A vicious cycle that is ever growing with time, leaving people everywhere at risk.

HELPFUL HINTS • Must use 8 1/2 x 11” unlined paper, copy paper or construction paper.

• Be creative & original.

• Drawings should represent any of the December holidays.

• Use bright colors.

• Fill the entire page.

• Choose paint, crayon, chalk, markers or pens, or other creative materials.

• Remember your design will be repeated to make a real sheet of wrapping paper.

Treatments for Depression.

There are various treatment options for depression. They include psychological treatments, medication, and general measures such as relaxation techniques, each to be discussed with your physician.

Bottom line: According to the World Health Organization, approximately 280 million people in the world have depression—a worldwide disease causing severe disability, morbidity, and mortality.

Despite abundant studies, the precise mechanisms underlying the pathophysiology of depression remain elusive.

On a personal note: “As we navigate through Depression Awareness Month, let us seek to learn with an open mind and a compassionate heart. To be a part of the solution, not a part of the pain”.

Wrapping Paper Contest Herald Community Newspapers 2 Endo Boulevard, Garden City, NY 11530 OR Scan and email to: mkaur@liherald.com (must be a high-res jpg) No Photos of Artwork Will Be Accepted.

Winners will be notified by email or phone by November 27

For more information contact Manny Kaur at mkaur@liherald.com or 516.569.4000 x 249

What Is Depression?

Yes, this may sound like an exaggeration, especially to those who never experienced a major depressive disorder. However, just ask anyone who lives with chronic depression; just ask anyone whose precious loved one lost their battle to this illness despite their every effort to address the unrelenting symptoms of depression. An illness that impacts every aspect of one’s human existence.

THE WINNING DESIGNS WILL BE PRINTED AS HOLIDAY GIFT WRAP IN A DECEMBER ISSUE OF YOUR HERALD COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

CONTEST RULES:

Month helps to increase the general population’s knowledge and understanding of depression and other mental health conditions. During the month, different organizations host live and online events, use social media tags, and promote awareness.

Depression’s Debilitating Impact.

1233173

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

28

Donna Pisacano-Brown is a Point Lookout resident who has been a columnist featured in local newspapers since 1996.

29

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

SCAN TO NOMINATE

NOMINATE NOW! HERALD

Presented by

lichoiceawards.com

2023

The program polls the local community to select the best businesses and organizations in the area. Learn more about the program and participate by visiting the website below.

SUPPORT YOUR FAVORITE BUSINESSES IN THE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY’S CHOICE AWARDS

NOMINATION PERIOD: OCT 12- NOV 12 VISIT LICHOICEAWARDS.COM TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!

OFFICIAL RULES: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER. To vote and be eligible for the $500 prize, at least 25 categories must be filled in. $500 prize is a Gift Card.

For complete official rules go to: LICHOICEAWARDS.com.

1234644

YOU COULD WIN $500!

Public Notices

30

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

LLON1 1026

Courtesy Lauren Moss

120 Jewish women from Long Island gathered at Temple B’nai Sholom to learn about baking challah bread.

Over 100 in aprons for RVC Challah Bake together and showed strength during this difficult time for our people.”

After the dough was prepared, the women were instructed to bake it at home so their families could experience the magical aroma of the bread. Several participants also posted photos of the group to show off the beautiful loaves to others.

Moss said she selected the bedtime prayer and has been praying for the safe return of Omer Ben Orna, a boy taken hostage from Long Island, and soldiers Alexander Yohonodav Ben Leonie, a young tank driver, and Uriel Ben Esther.

She has also promised to always show kindness to others in merit of Gershon Ben Sara Leah.

“We are so overwhelmed and feel helpless yet it’s also a wonderful time for the Jewish people who are uniting,” Moss said. “This global campaign ‘Pray and Say’ is strengthening us.”

Nancy Hochauser, president of B’nai Sholom, se parated a small piece referred to as “taking challah,” because whatever we are given is not for our use alone. The mitzvah of separating challah applies to every Jewish man or woman, however, it’s traditionally one of the special mitzvahs entrusted to the Jewish women to uplift and sanctify mundane activities and nourish her family physically and spiritually.

During the event mothers and daughters enjoyed baking challah together for the first time, including Debbie Franco of Rockville and her mother, Meryl, and Teri Karpe and her daughter, Sari, of Commack, and Donna Wexler and her daughter, Sari, of Merrick.

To learn more about the campaign for IDF soldiers, visit JustOneThing. org, and for more about Giti Fredman and the challah-baking workshop, visit JustBakeIt.org.

www.liherald.com

Jewish women from all over Long Island gathered at Congregation B’nai Sholom-Beth David in Rockville Centre on Sunday to participate in the Project Inspire Long Island Challah Bake.

Giti Fredman from “Just Bake It,” a series of baking workshops designed to educate and entertain participants, came to Congregation B’nai SholomBeth David in Rockville Centre to lead the bake-off.

She supplied the recipe and individual tools needed to create challah in a fun and creative way, and even played songs representing each ingredient as participants added each one into their mixing bowls.

Mitchell Barnett from Project Inspire was also in attendance to discuss unity and involvement, and suggested ways to help out Israeli brethren following the attacks on October 7. While the dough was rising, members of the group joined together to pray for the IDF soldiers and for those in captive to return home safe and unharmed.

Barnett also shared a new initiative called, “Just One Thing,” where you sign up and receive an email back with an IDF soldier’s name, along with a selection of “mitzvah” —or good deeds—that can be done in their merit for 30 days.

Options included lighting Shabbat candles, choosing kindness daily, committing to a Shabbat once a month, and reciting the bedtime “Shema,” an evening prayer that asks for peace and protection.

“Baking with 120 Jewish women of all backgrounds, singing Jewish songs, holding hands and honoring our Israeli brothers and sisters was very powerful,” Lauren Moss, a Rockville Centre resident and an ambassador for Project Inspire, said. “We made memories

LEGAL NOTICE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE Statement of Ownership, Management, and Circulation 1. Publication Title: LONG BEACH HERALD. 2. Publication No. 5231.

3. Filing Date: October 1, 2023 4. Issue Frequency: Weekly.

5. No. of Issues Published Annually 52.

6. Annual Subscription Price: $39.

7. Complete Mailing Address of Known Office of Publication: 2 ENDO BLVD, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530 8. Complete Mailing Address of Headquarters or General Business Office of Publisher: 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, Nassau County, NY 11530.

9 Full Names and Complete Mailing Addresses of P u b l i s h e r, E d i t o r, a n d Managing Editor. Publisher: Richner Communications, Inc., Stuart Richner, 2 ENDO BLVD, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530. Editor: BRENDON CARPENTER, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, Nassau County, NY 11530. Managing Editor: MICHAEL HINEMAN, 2 ENDO BLVD, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530.

10. Owner: Richner Communications, Inc., 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, Nassau County, NY 11530; Clifford Richner, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, Nassau County, NY 11530; Stuart Richner, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, Nassau County, NY 11530.

11. Known Bondholders, Mortgagees, and Other Security Holders Owning or

Holding 1 Percent or More of Total Amount of Bonds, M o r t g a g e s, o r O t h e r Securities: None.

12 Not applicable.

13. Publication Title: LONG BEACH HERALD. 14. Issue Date for Circulation Data Below: SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 15. Extent and Nature of Circulation: a. Total No. Copies: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 6500; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 6500. b. Paid Circulation (By Mail and Outside the Mail): (1) Mailed Outside-County Paid Subscriptions stated on Form 3541: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 45; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing D a t e, 4 2 . ( 2 ) M a i l e d In-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on Form 3541: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 1362 Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing D a t e, 1 5 9 0 . ( 3 ) Pa i d Distribution Outside the Mails including Sales Th r o u g h D e a l e r s a n d Carriers, Street Vendors, and Counter Sales, and Other Non-USPS Paid Distribution: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 1902; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing D a t e, 1 7 3 9 . ( 4 ) Pa i d Distribution by Other Classes of Mail Through the USPS: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12

Months, 0; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 0. c. Total Paid Distribution: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 3309; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 3371 d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution( by Mail and Outside the Mail) : (1) Free or Nominal Rate OutsideCounty as Stated on Form 3541: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 975; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 919(2)Free or Nominal In-County as Stated on Form 3541: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 318 Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 0(3) Free or Nominal Rate Copies Mailed at Other classes Mailed Through the USPS: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 0; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 0. (4) Free or Nominal Rate Distribution Outside the Mail: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 500; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 1000. e. Total Free or Nominal Rate Distribution: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 1793; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 1919. f. Total Distribution: Average No. Copies Each Issue During

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR RMTP TRUST, SERIES 2021 BKM-TT, Plaintiff, vs.

MATTHEW N. LACOMBE, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 26, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 22, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 23 November Walk, 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 13 and Lot 17. Approximate amount of judgment is $423,410.56 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609474/2022.

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.

John P. Clarke, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 221776-1 142654

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. GLORIA MICHELL, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 29, 2008 and an Order duly entered on May 2, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 29, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 26 East Market Street, Long Beach, NY 11561 a/k/a 26 Market Street, 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

To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

Preceding 12 Months, 5102; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 5290. g. Copies Not Distributed: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 1398 Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 1210 h. Total: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 6500; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 6500. i. Percent Paid and/or Requested Circulation: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 64.86 Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 63.72%.

16. This Statement of Ownership will be printed in the October 26,2023 issue of this publication.

17. Signature and Title of Editor, Publisher, Business Manager, or Owner: Stuart R i c h n e r, O w n e r ; D a t e : October 1, 2023 I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnishes false or misleading information on this form or who omits material information requested on the form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including fines and imprisonment) and/or civil sanctions (including civil penalties).

1234576

To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

State of New York, Section 59, Block 96 and Lot 218.

Approximate amount of judgment is $647,819.24 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 023192/2007.

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.

Melissa Levin, Esq., Referee Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff 142786 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

Legal Notices are everyone’s business

READ THEM

31

Employment

CLASSIFIED

Fax your ad to: 516-622-7460 E-mail your ad to: ereynolds@liherald.com E-mail Finds Under $100 to: sales@liherald.com DEADLINE: Monday, 11:00 am for all classified ads.

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

HERALD

To pLACE your AD CALL 516-569-4000 - press 5

Every effort is made to insure the accuracy of your ad. Please check your ad at the first insertion. Credit will be made only for the first insertion. Credit given for errors in ads is limited to the printed space involved. Publisher reserves right to reject, cancel or correctly classify an ad.

School Bus Driver

Be A Part Of A Growing Multi Media Company Based in Garden City

Needed Immediately

Yearly salary: $31,000 - $35,000

NOW HIRING:

SALES/MULTI MEDIA CONSULTANTS – INSIDE & OUTSIDE* (Salary Range $31,200 + commissions + bonuses to over $100,000 incl: commissions & bonuses) REPORTER/EDITOR FT/PT (Salary Range $20,000 to $45,000)

CIRCULATION ASSOCIATE FT/PT (Salary Range $15 per hour to $23 per hour)

RECEPTIONIST (Salary Range $15 per hour to $17 per hour)

MAILROOM/WAREHOUSE HELP FT/PT (Salary Range $15 per hour to $17 per hour)

PRINTING PRESS OPERATORS FT/PT (Salary Range $20 per hour to $30 per hour)

DRIVERS FT/PT (Salary Range $17 per hour to $21 per hour)

• Must have CDL, passenger, school bus & air brake endorsements.

• Guaranteed 8 hours/day, 40 hour paycheck.

• Plenty of overtime and extra work.

• 10 month position with possible summer work available.

• Full benefits.

Wage is in accordance with union contract.

Paid time off, paid holidays, etc.

Apply immediately to: Human Resources Administration Building 301 Wicks Lane Malverne, NY 11565 dlawlor@malverneschools.org Malverne Union Free School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

1234414

Email Your Resumes to

BELLMORE UFSD NOW HIRING • BUILDING SUBSTITUTES FT Permanent Guaranteed Everyday salary $124.43 per day

Applicants applying for this position must have New York State Childhood Education (1-6) or (N-6) certification (preferred) or may be pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate Degree in Education

• TEACHING ASSISTANTS FT with Full Benefits starting salary $30,500 annually

Applicants applying for these positions must have New York State Teacher or Teaching Assistant Certification

• 1:1 TEACHER AIDES FT starting salary $18.83 per hour • SCHOOL MONITORS PT starting salary $18.00 per hour Letter/Resume/Certification: Dr. Joseph S. Famularo, Supt. of Schools, 580 Winthrop Ave. Bellmore, NY 11710 Fax 516-679-3027 bellmore@bellmoreschools.org or apply directly on OLAS

1234523

Malverne UFSD Long Island, New York

MULTI MEDIA EDITOR/REPORTER ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT Part Time & Full Time. The award-winInside Sales ning Herald Community Newspapers Looking for an aggressive self starter group, covering Nassau County's North who is great at making and maintaining and South Shores with hard-hitting news or Call ext 200 relationships and loves to help businessstories and gracefully written features, es grow by marketing them on many difseeks a motivated, energetic and crea*Outside Sales must have car ferent advertising platforms. You will tive editor/reporter to join our dynamic source new sales opportunities through (and awesome) team! This education inbound lead follow-up and outbound and general assignment reporting posiEMPLOYMENT cold calls. Must have the ability to underHelp Wanted tion offers a unique experience to learn 5th_floor • Clients • M-Clients Malverne • 47018 Malverne Richner 3.125x 5" stand customer needs and Communications requirements from some of•the best in the business. and turn them in to positive advertising H i s t o r i c a l l y, r e p o r t e r s w h o h ave solutions.

We are looking for a talented Help Wanted launched their careers with us have Full or Part Time insurance producers needed to join our team! and competitive Inside Sales Represengone on to The New York Times, Newstative that thrives in a quick sales cycle Full Time and Part Time week, Newsday, the New York Daily environment. Compensation ranges from Positions Available!

Administrative Assistant News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC $31,200 + commissions and bonuses to Busy Print Shop in Garden City News and The Daily Mail, among many Full Time over $100,000 including commission and others. We look for excellent writers who is Hiring Immediately for Monday-Friday 10am-4pm bonuses. We also offer health benefits, are eager to learn, enhance their skills, Full Time and Part Time Drivers.

401K and paid time off. Please send $17.00 Per Hour and become well-established and reMust Have a Clean License and cover letter and resume with salary reHoward Hanna | spected journalists in our industry. SalaBoxTruck Driving Experience. quirements to ry range is from $20K to $45K Coach Realtors’ Hours Vary, Salary Ranges from ereynolds@liherald.com To apply: Send a brief summary in the $17 per hour to $21 per hour Hewlett Office Call 516-569-4000 X286 form of a cover letter describing your caNight Availability is a Must.

Call 516-374-0100 and reer goals and what strengths you can Please Email Resume to bring to our newsroom, along with a reemail your resume to careers@liherald.com or sume and three writing samples to hewlett@coachrealtors.com OFFICE MANAGER Call (516)569-4000 x239 mhinman@liherald.com Clerical, Phones, Emails, Accounting Tasks, Excellent Written/ Verbal Communication Skills. Ability to Multi-task.

CIRCULATION ASSOCIATE MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP DRIVING INSTRUCTOR Twin Forks Insurance Proficiency in Excel/ Word/ QuickBooks.

Full Time/Part Time Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openCompany Car/ Bonuses. Clean Salar y Open, Medical Benefits and Richner Communications, publisher 16 Station Road, Suite 7 ings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailDriving Record Required, more. Call Monday- Thursday of Herald community newspapers room/warehouse helper in Garden City.

516-536-7755. has an excellent opportunity for a Will Train. Retirees Welcome!

Bellport, NY 11713 We are a busy print shop looking for motiFT/PT Customer Service Clerk in vated and reliable individuals to assist in $20 - $25/ Hour our busy Circulation Department. various duties in the shop. Forklift experiBell Auto School Basic customer service and adminence is a plus and heavy lifting is required.

516-365-5778 istrative responsibilities include: Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Email: info@bellautoschool.com heavy computer work, answering Ranges fromo $15 per hour to $20 per Richner Communications, phones, making phone calls, enterhour.

One of the Fastest Growing Email resumes or contact info to ing orders, faxing, filing, etc.

Media, Event and careers@liherald.com STRONG knowledge of EXCEL a Communications Companies on Long Island is Seeking a must! Knowledge of DATABASE DRIVING INSTRUCTORS Sales/Marketing Candidate maintenance or postal regulations a WANTED to Sell our Print Media Products and big plus. Qualified Candidates must DON’T MISS The Bus! our Digital, Events, Sponsorships.

Will Certify And Train be computer literate, able to multiEarning potential ranges from task, dependable, reliable, orgaNEW STARTING SAL ARIES FOR SEPTEMBER HS Diploma $31,200 plus commission and nized, energetic, detail oriented and NYS License Clean 3 Years Big Bus Van bonuses to over $100,000 including able to work well under deadlines. commissions and bonuses.

NEW $20 - $25/ Hour Place Your Ad in the Herald Salary Range is $15 per hour to $23 Compensation is based on per hour. For consideration, please Call 516-731-3000 Non-Benefit Rate Non-Benefit Rate Help Wanted Classifieds.

Full Time hours send resume & salary requirements We Guarantee 30 Hours A Week Eligible for Health Benefits, 401k and to: careers@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000, Paid Time Off. Sign On Bonus $2,500.00 for CDL driver bus and van Please Send Cover Letter and $500.00 for non CDL drivers. Will train qualified applicants *Some restrictions may apply.

DRIVING INSTRUCTORS PT: Teaching press 5 to speak to an Resume with Salary Requirements to DOG WALKER: 5- 7 Days/ Week.

Driver's Ed. Located In Centereach.

EDUcATIONAL BUS TRANSPORTATION rglickman@liherald.com 7:15am- 7:45am. $20- $35/ Hour. MerAccount Executive. $16- $18/ Hour. Call/ Text 631-831-7277 or Call 516-569-4000 X250 rick Area. Call 917-319-2202 EOE Or Email: johnperetta@yahoo.com 516.454.2300

Careers@liherald.com

516-569-4000

Earn $60,000.00 - $250,000.00 Annually

DRIVERS WANTED

• Grow your own book of business, • Flexible hours • Work from home or the office.

• Also looking for existing brokers working for an agency!

631-224-1000

1232207

Send Resume To: John F. Schleede johns@twinforksinsurance.com

OUTSIDE SALES

$28.18/hr.

$25.41/hr.

1230968

HIRING?

S RIVER D S U B ED WANT

HERALD

To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5

MERRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Homes

To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5

IT IS STILL A SELLERS MARKET!

Part Time Teacher Aide

Call Me For A FREE Market Evaluation While The Market Is Still HOT!!

$13,679 - 10 months, school calendar

Erica Nevins

(4 hours per day)

#therightagentmeanseverything

Licensed RE Salesperson

Teaching Assistant

516-477-2378

erica.nevins@remax.net

(6.25 hours per day)

$30,654 -10 months, school calendar

RELIANCE 3305 Jerusalem Avenue, Wantagh, NY

Results that Move You

NYS Teaching Assistant or NYS Teacher Certification required

Day Time Monday-Friday 6:30AM- 3:30AM

$44,586

(Summer Hours 9:00AM-5:00PM)

1232844

$44,586

Evenings Monday-Friday 3:00PM-11:00PM

In the email subject line please include the job title for which you are interested in applying. EOE

TEACHER AIDE POSITIONS AVAILABLE BILINGUAL (SPANISH) $17.10 per hour

EAST ROCKAWAY 10/29,12-1:30, 45 Judith Ct, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Immaculate & Well Maintained 3300 Sq Ft, 6 BR, 3 Bth Exp Ranch on Beautiful Quiet St in SD#20. Won't Last!...$1,089,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA REQUIRED

RN SCHOOL NURSE POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

HEWLETT BA,1534 BROADWAY #205, BIG REDUCTION!! MOTIVATED SELLER!!Extra Large 2000 Sq Ft, 2 Bedroom(Originally 3 BR), 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Updtd Wood/Quartz Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Underground Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living...$579,000 R o n n i e G e r b e r, D o u g l a s E l l i m a n 516-238-4299

10 Month Position - Starting salary $40,154 Plus Benefits, Sick & Personal Days

PART TIME CLEANER $17.00 per hour ALL POSITIONS MUST MEET NYSED FINGERPRINT REQUIREMENTS

FOR FURTHER DETAILS

Help Wanted PRINTING PRESS OPERATORS FT & PT. Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for Printing Press Operators in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop.

Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges from $20 per hour to $30 per hour.

Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com

One phone call, one order, one heck of a good price to run your ad in any state, or across the country.

Call the USA Classified Network today!

1-800-231-6152

Open Houses CEDARHURST BA, 332B Peninsula Blvd, Move Right Into This Updated 3 Br, 2 . 5 B t h C o o p Tow n h o u s e. L R , D R , Gran/Wood Kit w/ Stainless Steel Appl.

Trex Deck Off LR.Primary Ste Features Updtd Bth & WIC. Att Gar Plus 1 Pkg Spot incl in Maintenance. W/D in Unit.Pull Down Attic.SD#15. Convenient to Shops, Trans & Houses of Worship...$449,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299

LAWRENCE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

516-295-7036 or 516-295-7037

1232677

REAL ESTATE

Send cover letter & resume to: hr@merrick.k12.ny.us

PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Herald

Home Sales A sampling of recent sales in the area

Baldwin $530,000 Thomas Avenue. Colonial. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Library/office. Classic original doors, frames and moldings. All large rooms.

Taxes: $13,200

Full Time Cleaners

1234688

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

Employment

HERALD

1230489 1219930

32

Help Wanted RECEPTIONIST

Receptionist needed for Publisher and Self-Storage Facility located in Garden City. The ideal candidate should have excellent communications and customer ser vice skills, be professional, dependable and have reliable transportation. Candidate should have computer knowledge and working knowledge of MS Office. Candidate MUST be reliable, punctual and be able to work a CONSISTENT schedule: Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Answering phones and greeting customers, assisting new customers by showing storage facility options and pricing, collecting payments from customers, contacting customers for late payments, applying payments and updating the customer files /data base and other general administrative responsibilities on an as needed basis. Hourly pay $15 to $17 plus eligible for Holiday Pay, PTO, Medical, Dental, 401k with company matching, plus other benefits. Qualified candidates should email their resume, cover letter and salary requirements. No phone calls please.

Email your resume to: careers@liherald.com

Child/Eldercare/Help Wanted LIVE IN CAREGIVER Needed For Young Man With Autism. Drvers License And Vehicle Required, Rent, Utililities, Food In Exchange For Services. Call/Text 516-244-1430.

Apartments For Rent CEDARHURST NO FEE Pr ivate Entrance, Modern 1BR, 2BR, 3BR, CAC, W/D, Storage, Wall To Wall Carpeting, Indoor Parking Space. Starting At $1450 For O n e B e d r o o m W h e n Ava i l a bl e.

(516)860-6889/ (516)852-5135/ (516)582-9978 ISLAND PARK: 1 BR, ground floor, all renovated, water/ heat included. $2600/ month. 516-316-6962

Parking Space Available

COMMERCIAL PARKING VANS, TRUCKS, TRAILERS, STORAGE CONTAINERS, OVERNIGHT, DAYTIME

516 996 5818

Florida Real Estate BOCA RATON OCEANFRONT CONDO FOR RENT. Beautiful 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath.

Available Immediate. Joe 516-318-2209.

WOODMERE BA, 504 Saddle Ridge Rd.,Move Right Into This Renovated 4 BR, 2 Bth Split with Open Layout in Prime Location! Granite/Wood EIK Opens to Dining Room & Living Room. Lower Level Den. HW Flrs, Gas Heat, CAC. Oversized Property! SD#14.Near All!..$950,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299

DELRAY BEACH, FL: For Sale, opportunity before it hits the market! Single Story Ranch Condo. Beautifully appointed in desirable Emerald Pointe gated community, Approx 1800 Sq Ft. Furnished, All Appliances, 2 Bed / 2 Bath, Eat-In Kitchen, Walk-In Closets, Great Interior Storage and Exterior Storage Room, Screened-In Porch with Dual Interior Access, New Rheem HVAC Jan 2019, Ceiling fans throughout, 4 Private Parking Spots, Clubhouse with Auditorium, Pool, Gym, Tennis, Pickleball (TBD), Game and Card Rms, Interior Walking-Paths, Pet Friendly, 55+ Community, Easy access to Palm Beach International and Ft Lauderdale Airports. Exciting Downtown Delray offers beautiful Beaches, Shopping, Restaurants, and Nightlife. Asking $319,999. Call David at 248-240-8154 SWCGRPMI@gmail.com

Businesses For Sale

Cemetery Plots

VALLEY STREAM BARBER SHOP 4 Antique Chairs Asking $25,000.

Must Sell Immediately.

Please Call 516-285-6477

BETH DAVID CEMETERY: Elmont, NY. 3 Plots. Separate Or All Together. Graves 18, 25, and 32. Purchase Separate $5000; Purchase Together $14000.

Negotiable. Call 845-641-7316

HEWLETT BAY PARK,. BA,, 190 Meadowview Ave Ever Dream of Living in A Castle? This 8000 Sq Ft Mansion is Full of Character. Amazing Architectural Details, Soaring Ceilings, Stained Glass Windows.

5 BR, 6.55 Bths. Sprawling 1.3 Acre Prop with IG Gunite Pool. SD#14.Near All. Must See This Unique Home!..REDUCED $2,700,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas elliman 516-238-4299

&/877(5 GULYLQJ \RX J\

CRAZY?

East Meadow $1,050,000 Dillon Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Eatin kitchen. Formal dining room. Custom features include cathedral ceiling.

Taxes: $9,085.08 Hewlett Harbor $1,800,000 Albon Road. Colonial. 7 bedrooms,7.5 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Gourmet eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room, exercise room and home office.

Custom features include wet bar, garden room, skylight, elevator, heated garage. Central air conditioning and security system. Resort-style yard with Koi pond, pavered patio, Gunited heated in-ground swimming pool.

Taxes: $39,972 Long Beach $957,500 E. Beech. Street. 2 Story. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Eatin kitchen with granite countertops and pantry. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. First floor master bedroom. Updates include cathedral ceiling and legal accessory apartment.

Taxes: $18,500 Lynbrook $740,000 Pearsall Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms.

Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room.

Den/family room and home office.

Taxes: $19,585 Merrick $789,000 Merrick Avenue. Colonial. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Eatin chef’s kitchen with granite countertops, full Bosch stainless appliance suite plus a magnificent Bertazzoni stovetop.

Formal dining room. Stunning great room with bar and custom stone gas fireplace. Home office. Vaulted hollywood king bedroom, tandem double bedroom and a huge primary bedroom with custom spa bath and double walk-in closets. Sweeping fenced yard and security system.

Taxes: $18,121.73 Oceanside $645,000 Marlborough Road. Expanded Cape. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room. First floor bedroom.

Taxes: $11,713.06 Rockville Centre $775,000 Princeton Street. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms.

Eat-ini kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room.

Updates include cathedral ceiling.

Taxes: $27,138.74 West Hempstead $620,000 Marshall Avenue. Expanded Ranch. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal L-shaped dining room. Ample storage.

Taxes: $12,849

6HOO \RXU PHUFKDQGLVH LQ QR WLPH OO K GL L L

(PDLO \RXU $G WR WKH +HUDOG DQG 3ULPH7LPH &ODVVLÀ HG 'HSDUWPHQW DW VDOHV#OLKHUDOG FRP WR UXQ D )5(( )LQGV 8QGHU WR UXQ D )5(( )LQGV 8QGHU

Source: The Multiple Listing Service of Long Island Inc,, a computerized network of real estate offices serving Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Brooklyn.

Homes

HERALD

To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5

HOME Of tHE WEEK

Long Beach

• To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5

Q. My home insurance is being canceled, and I’m actively looking around to replace it. The excuse I got was that the companies that used to insure find the risks in flood and wind-prone areas are now too great. I understand this, so I’m wondering if there are things I can do to make my home less of an insurance risk to a company. Are there reasonable upgrades I can make, and what are they?

Buyers Dream!

R

are find MINT move-in ready duplex townhouse! Excellent location! End unit with extra windows - directly across from the beach and boardwalk! Three bedrooms, two full baths with private oversized primary bedroom with stunning new bath en suite on lower level, new flooring, washer/dryer, closets and storage galore! Upstairs includes living room with sliding doors to your terrace, dining room, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, full bath and two generous sized bedrooms! New recessed lighting throughout. Assigned parking spot PLUS one car garage! Pet friendly and close to railroad, shopping and restaurants! Pack your bags and enjoy life by the beach! Asking $769,000

Ask The Architect

M

45 Judith Ct, 12-1:30, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Immaculate & Well Maintained 3300 Sq Ft, 6 BR, 3 Bth Exp Ranch on Beautiful Quiet St in SD#20. Won’t Last!................................................................... $1,089,000

How’s the market?? Please contact me for your free market report and personalized service!

“Leading Edge Award Winner” Robin Reiss

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Cell: 516.510.6484 Office: 516.623.4500 Robin.Reiss@elliman.com

HEWLETT Bay PaRK 190 Meadowview Ave, BA, Ever Dream of Living in A Castle? This 8000 Sq Ft Mansion is Full of Character. Amazing Architectural Details, Soaring Ceilings, Stained Glass Windows. 5 BR, 6.55 Bths. Sprawling 1.3 Acre Prop with IG Gunite Pool. SD#14. Near All. Must See This Unique Home! ......................................................................REDUCED $2,700,000

HEWLETT 1534 Broadway #205, BA, Extra Large 2000 Sq Ft, 2 Bedroom (Originally 3 BR), 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Updtd Wood/Quartz Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Underground Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living ...BIG REDUCTION!! MOTIVATED SELLER! $579,000 1267 Peninsula Blvd, BA, NEW! 5 BR, 2 Bath Exp Cape in SD#14 (Hewlett Woodmere)Living Room, FDR & Updtd Gran/Wood EIK w/ Vaulted Ceiling. 2 Main Flr BRs & Updtd Bth. Upper Level 3 BRs & Updtd Bth. 1.5 Car Det Gar Plus 4/5 Car Drivewy. Priv Yd w/ Deck. HW Flrs, Gas Ht. Near Shops, LIRR, Trans & Houses of Worship ..................... $599,000

WOOdMERE 504 Saddle Ridge Rd, BA, Move Right Into This Renovated 4 BR, 2 Bth Split with Open Layout in Prime Location! Granite/Wood EIK Opens to Dining Room & Living Room. Lower Level Den. HW Flrs, Gas Heat, CAC. Oversized Property! SD#14. Near All! ...................... REDUCED! $950,000

CEd aRHURST 332B Peninsula Blvd, BA, Move Right Into This Updated 3 Br, 2.5 Bth Coop Townhouse. LR, DR, Gran/Wood Kit w/ Stainless Steel Appl. Trex Deck Off LR. Primary Ste Features Updtd Bth & WIC. Att Gar Plus 1 Pkg Spot incl in Maintenance. W/D. Pull Down Attic. SD#15. Convenient to Shops, Trans & Houses of Worship ............................................. $449,000

1223743

EaST ROCKaWay

MOVING IN? LET ME HELP YOU MAKE THAT MOVE! MOVING UP?

25+ YEARS HELPING OTHERS

MOVING OUT? MAKING THEIR MOVES! FRANCINE BASSETT

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Certified Buyer Representative Senior Real Estate Specialist

5066 Sunrise Highway Massapequa Park, NY 516-972-0880 - mobile francine.bassett@elliman.com

1232838

OPEN HOUSES SUNday, 10/29/23

This Robin won’t rest until you are in your new NEST!

A BETTER WAY TO BUY AND SELL REAL ESTATE! “Call A Realtor With Proven Experience!”

Rob Kolb Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Tripodi Shemtov Team

Douglas Elliman Real Estate

30 West Park Ave | Long Beach, NY 11561 Cell: 516-314-1728 • Office: 516-432-3400 Rob.Kolb@elliman.com • Elliman.com/RobKolb

One phone call, one order, one heck of a good price to run your ad in any state, or across the country.

Call the

USA Classified Network today!

1-800-231-6152

1230572

1231596

ROBIN REISS Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Mobile: 516-510-6484 Office: 516-623-4500 Robin.Reiss@elliman.com Douglas Elliman of Merrick 2300 Merrick Road Merrick, NY 11566

Ronnie Gerber 516-238-4299

A. The answer has two sides, like a doubleedged sword. First, yes, there are things you can do to your home to make it easier to insure. But the second part is applying the meaning of the word “reasonable.” Next, you have to understand that, like other forms of gambling, which is what insurance really is, do you have a chance to win back your money, your insurance payments, or your investment in your property to presumably reduce onte eeper the payments?

Again, insurance is a legalized form of gambling, extensively regulated but sometimes loosely enforced. Many people say, when describing gambling casinos, that the house always wins in the end, and with a few exceptions, casinos rarely fail.

Insurance companies have been hit with one disaster after another due to strange global weather that some deny is a trend, but those companies aren’t as care-less, and they invest heavily in statistical analysis, so you can bet that if they’re pulling out of certain areas, they know something.

So, a “reasonable” investment to make your house easier or more attractive to insure often ends up being unreasonable, or is based on faulty assumptions. For example, you may add a steel roof and concrete composite siding as a more reasonable and less costly wind-resistance improvement, only to discover that the insurance company thinks you should still have raised your home, because they think flooding is a bigger and more frequent risk to insure.

Add to that the fact, as some insurers will point out when you complain, that by making the improvements, you increase the cost of reconstruction. That’s a good argument, one you’ll never win.

The same thing happens with alarm systems, fencing your property or removing trees that could fall on your roof.

Make improvements that help you to recover more healthfully, safely and economically, for your own assurance. I am convinced, as you can see, that all the effort you put in is not universal in your neighborhood, and insurance companies look at whole areas, not just your home, for insurability.

Even the Federal Emergency Management Agency is a large and extremely indebted insurance company, funded with the help of tax dollars and losing billions. So before you make changes and improvements, remind yourself that you’re doing this for yourself, not to reduce insurance costs. As Walter Cronkite used to say when he signed off on his broadcast of “The CBS Evening News” when I was a kid, “And that’s the way it is.” Good luck with whatever you decide to improve.

L

© 2022 Monte Leeper Readers are encouraged to send questions to yourhousedr@aol.com, with “Herald question” in the subject line, or to Herald Homes, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, NY 11530, Attn: Monte Leeper, architect.

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

Is my home too big an insurance risk?

33

HERALD

Market Place • •

To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5

To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5

To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5 GUARANTEED BEST PRICE BECAUSE WE CARE TREE SERVICE

FREE ESTIMATES

OWNER OPERATED

RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL

Offers Valid Through 11/7/23

1231282

1231105

TREE REMOVAL • LAND CLEARING • PRUNING STUMPGRINDING • ELEVATING • STORM PREVENTION

516-216-2617 ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED Nass. Lic. # 185081

WWW.WECARETREESERVICE.COM

#1230413

Farmer's Almanac Predicts A SHAKE, SHIVER & SHOVEL WINTER! So Call Before Your Branches Fall...

CERTIFIED ARBORIST ON STAFF

Suff. Lic# HI-65621

GENERAL CONTRACTING OWA_GotClutter_BW_Bold

Sunday, August 02, 2020 11:31:01 AM

SPECIALIZING IN: EXPERT LEAK REPAIR

Dormers & Extensions • Fire, Flood & Mold Remediation Bathrooms • Kitchens • Basements • Carpentry • Roofing Flat Shingle • Expert in Fixing Leaks • Attics • All Renovations Masonry • Stoops • Brickwork • Waterproofing • Painting Power Washing • Plumbing • Electric

Call 516-428-5777 SMALL JOBS WELCOME

1233517

If Your Plumbing STInkS

FRANCISCO’S TREE SERVICE & lANdSCApINg • Tree Removal • Stumps • Fertilization • Planting • Land Clearing • Topping

FREE ESTIMATES

Call The WenkS! 516-889-3200

Oil to Gas Conversions • Hot Water Heaters Boilers • Radiant Heat • Whole House Water Filters

1233099

Lic. H18C6020000 • LIAB. DISAB + W/C INS.

All Plumbing & Heating Work • Lic. /Ins.

FREE ESTIMATES • 24/7 Emergency Service Available wenkpipingandheating.com 1231124

Wenk

Lic# H206773000

PIPING & HEATING CORP. $

Office: 516-546-4971 Cell: 516-852-5415

25 OFF Any Service Call

1232907

Chris Mullin

1227868

C.J.M. Contracting Inc.

1231075

CLEAR DRAINS, TUBS, TOILET & SINK SEWERS

For New Customers Exp. 12/15/23

** GUTTER CLEANING ** Gutter Cleaning Starting At $75!

HEATING OIL

Gutters Repaired and Gutter Guards Installed

Family Owned and Operated Since 1979 CALL BROWER & SONS 516-889-7926 or 631-624-7979

RELIABLE • 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE FAMILY OWNED FOR OVER 65 YEARS

CALL NOW FOR LOWEST PRICE No service in Long Beach

*Power washing sPecialist*

Residential and Commercial - All Surfaces Call Anthony Romeo “The Local Guy” “Anthony & J Home Improvement, Inc.” Also specializes in ★ Deck Renovation ★ Driveways ★ Siding ★ Masonry ★ Fences ★ Roofing ★ Interior/Exterior Painting.

(516) 678-6641 - Licensed & Insured

Free estimates...Best Price For High Quality service

www.powerwashingguttercleaning.com

WE GET YOUR SEWER AND DRAINS FLOWING AGAIN

$69 $49

$99

1234376

CALL FOR MORE INFO

1231288

(516) 379-2727

Licensed/ Insured Nassau: H11200190000 Suffolk: 54895-H

new

Sewer Drains Hi-Tech Jetting customers only

www.unclogitnow.com

JVR Plumbing & Heating - Nassau Master Plumber lic # 2520 Suffolk # 2111 /Ins

NEED HEATING OIL? LOWEST PRICES IN TOWN!

1234508

HOME • COMMERCIAL

1229846

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

34

CALL NOW 888-777-9709

Cash, Check or Money Order Accepted 25 Gallons & Up All Deliveries After 5pm Order On Line For Cheapest Prices.

$5 OFF

FIRST DELIVERY!

MTN FUEL OIL LLC 631-651-9496 | www.mtnfueloil.com

To Place Your Card in the

1232960

HERALD Market Place Just call 516-569-4000 press 5, then 2

Stuff

MERCHANDISE MART

Finds $100-$350

Antiques/Collectibles

DUNLOP GOLF PACKAGE: Irons 1—9; Woods 3, 5, 9, Covers; Nylon Bag, $250.

516.295.1647

We Buy Antiques, Fine Art, Coins & Jewelry Same Day Service, Free In-Home Evaluations, 45 Year Family Business. Licensed and Bonded, Immediate Cash Paid.

SYL-LEE ANTIQUES www.syl-leeantiques.com 516-671-6464

FINDS UNDER $100 Finds Under $100 BABY BOYS' WINTER jacket with snow pants: size 12M, New with tags from Macy's. $20.917-420-5814.

BISSELL TOP OF the line vaccum cleaner. Full functions. Hardly used. Mint condition. 55.00. 917-627-6266 MEN'S SWEATSHIRTS: SIZES L & M, n ew a n d n eve r u s e d , $ 1 0 e a c h .

516-468-9184 SUNCAST 175 FT Hosemobile House Reel Cart for Garden Hose. Repainted, great. $20. Jeff 516-378-0250 TEENAGE BOYS CLOTHES: sweatshirts, pants, long sleeve-Tshirts. $1-2 each piece. 917-420-5814.

TWO CRAFTSMAN OEM Lawn Mower Rear Bags in vg Condition. $25 ea. ctc, Jeff 516-378-0250 UMBRELLA STROLLER GOOD condition $15 516-468-9184

SERVICES Brick/Block/Concrete/Masonry

*MICHAEL LO BAIDO CONSTRUCTION*

Cement Specialist, Brickwork, Interlock Bricks, Belgium Blocks, Stoops, Patios, Driveways, Sidewalks, Basement Entrances, Pavers, Waterproofing. Quality Work, Lic./ Ins. Owner Always Onsite Free Estimates 516-354-5578

Electricians E-Z ELECTRIC SERVICES, INC. All Types Residential/Commercial Wiring, Generators, Telephone/Data, Home Entertainment, Service Upgrades, Pools, Spas.

Services/Repairs. Violations Removed.

Free Estimates Low Rates.

516-785-0646 Lic/Ins.

www.liHERAlD.com

• To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5 • To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5 Handyman

HANDYMAN Repairs and Installations for the Household. Careful and Reliable and Vaccinated.

Licensed and Insured. 30-Year Nassau County Resident. Friendly Frank Phone/Text 516-238-2112 E-mail-Frankcav@optonline.net

Home Improvement BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 866-393-3636

SECURE YOUR HOME with Vivint Smart Home technology. Call 866-601-1219 to learn how you can get a professionally installed security system with $0 activation.

Miscellaneous BEST SATELLITE TV with 2 Year Price Guarantee! $59.99/mo with 190 channels and 3 months free premium movie channels! Free next day installation! Call 888-508-5313

Power Washing POWERWASHING ALL SURFACES: H o u s e s , Fe n c e s , C o n c r e t e / B r i ck , Decks/Sealing. . ANTHONY & J HOME IMPROVEMENT, INC. 516-678-6641

HErald

Crossword Puzzle

Sprinkler Syst./Irrig.Wells

• Fall Drain Outs • Installations/Renovations • Service • Repairs

Certified Backflow Tester Free Estimates Licensed and Insured

Joe Barbato 516-826-7700

1230094

To place an ad call 516-569-4000 press 5

Satellite/TV Equipment DIRECTV Sports Pack – 3 Months on Us! Watch pro and college sports LIVE. Plus over 40 regional and specialty networks included. NFL, College Football, MLB, NBA, NHL, Golf and more. Some restrictions apply. Call DIRECTV 1-888-534-6918

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Health & Fitness ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS! Discover Oxygen Therapy That Moves with You with Inogen Portable Oxygen Concentrators. FREE information kit.

Call 888-514-3044 HEARING AIDS!! HIGH-QUALITY rechargeable, powerful Audien hearing aids priced 90% less than competitors. Tiny and NEARLY INVISIBLE! 45-day money back guarantee! 855-598-5898 MY CARING PLAN'S local advisors have helped thousands of families with unique needs find senior living. Can you afford 2k a month in rent? We can help for free!

866-989-1812 VIAGRA AND CIALIS USERS! 50 Pills SPECIAL $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. CALL NOW! 855-413-9574

AUTOMOBILE & MARINE Autos Wanted ***AAA*** AUTO BUYERS $Highest$ Ca$h Paid$. All Years/ Conditions! WE VISIT YOU! Or Donate, Tax Deduct + Ca$h. DMV ID#1303199. Call LUKE 516-VAN-CARS. 516-297-2277 DRIVE OUT BREAST Cancer: Donate a car today! The benefits of donating your car or boat: Fast Free Pickup - 24hr Response Tax Deduction - Easy To Do! Call 24/7: 855-905-4755

Junk Cars Wanted

HIGHEST CA$H PAID All Cars Bought 24/7 FREE Pickup

Serving Nassau County 41 Years No Title, No Keys=No Problem ID Required. CALL US LAST!

Call us at 516-766-0000

Rent Your Apartment through the Herald and PrimeTime Classified section. Call us for our great *specials.

516-569-4000, press 5 for Classified Dept. *(private party only)

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

HERALD

35

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, It’s in the REAL ESTATE & MORE...

Herald Classifieds ...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, To Advertise 516-569-4000 REALCallESTATE & MORE... press 5 JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

JOBS, MERCHANDISE, REAL ESTATE & MORE...

Answers to todAy’s puzzle

36

HeraLd editoriaL

Long Beach

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

HERALD Established 1990 Incorporating the Long Beach Independent Voice Brendan Carpenter Editor angelina Zingariello Reporter ellen frisCh Multi Media Marketing Consultant offiCe 2 Endo Boulevard Garden City, NY 11530 Phone: (516) 569-4000 Fax: (516) 569-4942 Web: www.liherald.com E-mail: lbeditor@liherald.com offiCial neWspaper: Long Beach Historical Society Long Beach City School District Long Beach Humane Society

Copyright © 2023 Richner Communications, Inc.

HERALD COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS

Cliff Richner Publisher, 1982-2018 Robert Richner Edith Richner Publishers, 1964-1987 ■ stUart riChner Publisher ■ JiM rotChe General Manager ■ MiChael hinMan

Executive Editor Jeffrey Bessen

Deputy Editor JiM harMon

Copy Editor Karen BlooM Features/Special Sections Editor tony BellissiMo Sports Editor tiM BaKer Photo Editor

o

Have a fun — and safe — Halloween

ctober marks the return of the “spooky season.” But before you get all dressed up and head out to celebrate Halloween, it’s important to remember that safety must come first.

A study conducted by State Farm found that one of every four pedestrian deaths on Halloween are children out walking between 6 and 7 p.m. And a vast majority of those deaths occur away from a crosswalk or intersection.

Halloween is supposed to be a time for fun, costumes and candy — not rides in ambulances. There are lots of cars on the roads, even when kids are trick-ortreating. And on this night it’s more important than ever to use crosswalks, look both ways, and stay on the sidewalks. Especially with the uptick in reckless driving the Herald has reported on in recent weeks in different neighborhoods.

Also, wear bright, reflective colors, or add strips of reflective tape to costumes to make them more visible to passing vehicles.

But that’s not all. The Consumer Product Safety Commission warns parents to buy only flame-resistant costumes — generally made of fabrics like polyester or nylon — and to ensure that costumes

aren’t too long or too wide, which could cause our young ones to trip.

Children should travel in groups accompanied by parents or responsible adults, and only knock on doors of welllit homes that have porch lights on.

Instead of masks that can obscure your vision, use makeup and hats instead. Just be sure makeup is Food and Drug Administration-approved, especially anything applied on the face or around the eyes. And avoid decorative contact lenses that change eye color.

All of these are warnings many of us have heard every year. But what about all that delicious Halloween candy? We all grew up hearing horror stories about razor blades in apples, and evil people poisoning the miniature candy bars they hand out.

But dangers today may not even be intentional. Last year, for example, authorities at Los Angeles International Airport confiscated nearly 12,000 fentanyl pills hidden inside wrapped bags and boxes of candy. While it’s highly unlikely that children were the targets of the smugglers, police, as always, advised parents to inspect the candy their trick-ortreaters brought home. That’s more important these days than ever, and if you find anything suspicious, do not

touch it, and notify law enforcement right away.

Another new threat is THC edibles and candies that may look like something intended for children, but are anything but. They come in shapes similar to Sour Patch Kids, gummy worms and chocolate bars, but they contain psychoactive substances. The worst part? Some people may not even realize they’ve bought it, and could give it out to kids without even realizing what’s inside.

While the effects of THC ingestion in children vary, some telltale symptoms may include sedation, shortness of breath, anxiety, and quivering. If you believe a child has accidentally consumed THC edibles, call the National Capital Poison Center, at (800) 222-1222.

Of course, The FDA advises not accepting or eating anything that is not commercially wrapped. Inspect wrappers for any signs of tampering, including an unusual appearance, discoloration, pinholes, or tears in the wrappers.

And if anything in your child’s trick-ortreat bag looks suspicious, throw it away.

There are so many things all of us can be for Halloween this year. But the last thing any of us wants to be is a statistic.

So plan ahead, stay safe and alert, and fun will surely follow.

■ rhonda gliCKMan Vice President - Sales aMy aMato Executive Director of Corporate Relations and Events lori Berger Sales Director ellen reynolds Classified / Inside Sales Director ■

Jeffrey negrin Creative Director Craig White Art Director Craig Cardone Production Coordinator ■

dianne raMdass Circulation Director ■ herald CoMMUnity neWspapers Baldwin Herald Bellmore Herald East Meadow Herald Franklin Square/Elmont Herald Freeport Herald Glen Cove Herald Hempstead Beacon Long Beach Herald Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald Malverne/West Hempstead Herald Merrick Herald Nassau Herald Oceanside/Island Park Herald Oyster Bay Herald Rockaway Journal Rockville Centre Herald Sea Cliff/Glen Head Herald Seaford Herald South Shore Record Uniondale Herald Beacon Valley Stream Herald Wantagh Herald

MeMBer: Americas Newspapers Local Media Association New York Press Association Long Beach Chamber of Commerce

Published by richner Communications, inc.

2 Endo Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530 LIHerald.com (516) 569-4000

Letters Faith will help Israel survive To the Editor: On the morning of Oct. 12, corresponding to the 27th day of the month of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar, Jews at morning prayers in synagogues around the world began the cycle of Torah reading with the chanting of the first words of Genesis, “In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth.”

This cycle has been going on for thousands of years, and its endurance is a testament to the strength and faith of the Jewish people. Unfortunately, the tragedy of war and terror that Israel is now enduring has also continued to repeat itself, from the earliest days of exile and the destruction of the first temple in Jerusalem, to the war now raging in Gaza.

Nonetheless, the survival of the Jewish people is a direct result of our faith and belief that there is a God that watches over us, to ensure our survival as a nation — not in a geographic sense, but in a spiritual one. Individually, we are vulnerable to the vicissitudes of life, as we have sadly witnessed in Israel.

Collectively, however, we prevail and survive, as our faith once again leads us to listen to the chanting of those first words of Genesis.

Those who tragically die, either in battle as warriors or merely because of their faith, do not die in vain. They join an endless list of martyrs who perished, yet serve as a testament to our abili-

ty to survive as a nation, in triumph over tragedy.

We must all pray for Israel’s survival, and that peace can reign supreme in Israel, Gaza and throughout the world.

Dr. MEL YOUNG Lawrence

It’s time for many to choose a Medicare plan To the Editor: As a physician, the last thing I want is for patients to make decisions about their

37

opinions

y parents were worried the moment I laid eyes on the apartment for the very first time.

It was the entire top floor of a car dealership just off what would eventually become Interstate 86, at the edge of the Finger Lakes region upstate. This would be my first apartment — my first home outside the family home where I grew up in Pennsylvania.

But that’s not why my parents were concerned.

My new job — as a sports editor for a community weekmiCHaeL ly newspaper in the small city of Hinman Bath — paid $200 a week. And the rent for this apartment would eat up a good chunk of that.

I wasn’t listening, however. I was young. The world was mine to conquer.

And I was able to dive headfirst into my chosen career while still quite literally a teenager. It was supposed to be nothing but easy sailing from this point, except it wouldn’t be anything close.

Of course, I was wrong, and my parents were absolutely right. I couldn’t

afford the apartment and simply living.

Every other week, my bank account would dwindle to almost nothing, days short of being replenished with another paycheck.

I had to pay my rent. I had to put gas in the 1982 Chevette that I had bought a year earlier with my freelance money. I had to keep the electricity on and the water running.

All that was left to sacrifice was probably the one thing I needed the most: food.

By the time payday finally arrived, I could have gone as long as three days without eating. And you truly don’t know suffering until you feel hunger. Real hunger.

My paycheck would hit my bank account at 11 a.m., and I would race to the nearby Burger King — my car running on fumes — to sit in the drive-thru, praying for speedy service. Then I would pull into the parking lot and devour every morsel of my lunch. Tears would streak my cheeks through each bite of the Whopper.

When we think of hunger, it makes sense that our minds jump to extremes, conjuring images of children — primarily in other countries — literally starv-

t

oo many of us are one missed paycheck or medical emergency away from hunger.

Letters health and well-being based on the cost of care and medication rather than their actual needs.

Right now is a critical time for the over 3.8 million individuals in New York who rely on Medicare for their health insurance. Evaluating your health care needs can help you select a plan that will cover you when you need it the most and fit within your budget.

While it’s impossible to foresee all health issues that may require treatment, there are several things to consider during the Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plan annual election period, which runs through Dec. 7:

■ Doctors and hospitals: If you have a favorite doctor, make sure he or she accepts your plan, to avoid any additional expenses for out-of-network providers. Also, determine whether the plan requires referrals for specialized care.

■ Future health risks: In addition to making sure your plan covers your current health needs, speak to your doctor about health risks that may require additional treatment. For instance, if you have prediabetes, consider the potential for future diabetes management.

■ Costs: Different plans have different costs, so understand the full picture when comparing plans in your area.

Consider monthly premiums, deductibles and co-pays for hospital stays and doctor visits. Also, pay attention to annual maximum out-of-pocket costs — if you reach the limit, you’ll pay nothing for covered services the rest of the year.

■ Prescription drug benefits: Prescription drug coverage is included in many Medicare Advantage plans, unlike original Medicare. If you prefer original Medicare, you can opt for a stand-alone prescription drug plan through a private insurer. Prepare a list of your current medications so you can compare costs while choosing plans.

ing. And that is indeed horrific. At the same time, however, we can’t lose sight of the fact that hunger exists in so many forms. And that so much of it is far closer to us than we might think.

A popular term for it is “food insecurity,” but let’s simply call it what it is: hunger. And it affects those of all walks of life, from children to our senior citizens. Island Harvest — the largest food bank on Long Island — delivers millions of meals each year, but that’s still not enough. Long Island Cares — founded by the late singer and songwriter Harry Chapin — estimates that as many as 230,000 people go hungry on Long Island every day.

Across the country, millions of people are a job loss, a missed paycheck, or a single medical emergency away from hunger, according to Feeding America.

And it affects some of our populations — our children, our seniors, and many of our minority communities — disproportionately more than the rest of us.

Hunger is a silent predator, existing so close to us, yet so difficult to see. It could be your child’s best friend next door. It could be the nice retired lady

around the corner who enjoys talking to neighbors from her porch. It could be the young professional stepping out into the world for the first time.

But we don’t need to see it to help. We don’t need to experience it to help. It’s out there. It’s terrible. And yes, we can make a difference.

Island Harvest and Long Island Cares are just two of many area organizations that are fighting hunger. You can give money, non-perishable food, or even your time. Visit IslandHarvest.org or LICares. org. Or just look around your own neighborhood — there’s likely someone already battling hunger. And if there isn’t, maybe it’s your time to step up.

“Hunger is an obscenity, and hunger in America is the ultimate obscenity,” Chapin once said, echoing the words of Anne Frank, who truly knew hunger while hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Yet even in those darkest of times, Frank remained optimistic: “How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world,” she wrote.

Don’t wait a single moment. Let’s wipe this obscenity of hunger from our society once and for all.

Michael Hinman is the executive editor of Herald Community Newspapers.

Framework by Tim Baker

■ Other benefits: Consider additional benefits that can positively impact your health and well-being. Medicare Advantage plans may include dental, vision and hearing coverage; fitness programs; transportation to doctors’ visits; and even allowances that help eligible beneficiaries pay for healthy food and other essentials, like rent and utilities.

■ Quality: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reviews and rates all Medicare Advantage plans before the enrollment period each year to help consumers make informed decisions.

Plans are rated on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 indicating poor performance and 5

At the Fall Festival, claiming her prize — Seaford

indicating excellence.

Your health insurance carrier is a partner that helps you get the care you need. If you’re eligible for Medicare, take time to research your options and ensure that you select the plan that best meets your personal health and financial needs.

The Medicare Plan Finder at Medi-

care.gov can help compare plans and benefits and estimate costs for each plan. Visit the website or call (800) MEDICARE (633-4227) 24 hours a day, seven days a week. TTY users should call (877) 486-2048.

DR. BOB ZOROWITZ Regional vice president of health services for New York, Humana

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

m

‘Hunger in America is the ultimate obscenity’

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

38

opinions

Why is Israel urged not to ‘overreact’ against Hamas?

i

f ever there were a just war, it is Israel’s war against Hamas. If ever there were a war in which there is no moral equivalence, it is Israel’s war against Hamas. If ever there were a war with potential regional and global implications, it is Israel’s war against Hamas.

That’s why I believe it is disgraceful and indefensible for so many in the media, in academia and in political circles to be suggesting, and acting as if, there were “two sides” to this war. As if Israel pETER has to defend its military action, KinG and somehow it is the Palestinians in Gaza who are victims.

The war began when Hamas launched a terrorist attack targeting Israel’s most innocent noncombatants, murdering children, women and the elderly, killing 1,400 Israelis and taking more than 200 hostages. These noncombatants were not “collateral damage.”

They were Hamas’ intended victims.

This was the ultimate in depraved terrorism. Israel has not only the legal and moral right to retaliate against

i

Hamas, but the moral obligation to defend its citizens by doing all it can to destroy Hamas.

Yet with each passing day, we see media commentators, student demonstrators and morally challenged politicians such as U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib, of Michigan, anguishing over the plight of the Palestinians and the concern that Israel will “overreact” to a terrorist attack that resulted in the equivalent of 40,000 dead in the United States.

Most shockingly, we saw the same cast of characters accept Hamas’ unsubstantiated claim that an Israeli rocket had destroyed a hospital in Gaza, causing more than 500 innocent fatalities.

Some Americans are calling for a ceasefire. Unfortunately, President Biden added to the moral and strategic confusion when, during his meeting in Israel with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he referred to Hamas as the “other team” and cautioned Israel against overreacting.

What has happened to our ability as a people to make moral distinctions and judgments and recognize the difference between good and evil, victim and assailant?

i

Would anyone have suggested in the days following the attack on Pearl Harbor that President Franklin D. Roosevelt call for a ceasefire with Japan, or that he and Gen. Douglas MacArthur assure the world that the United States would not overreact?

Would FDR, then Gen. Dwight Eisenhower and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill have been called on to ensure that they would observe the rules of war in combating Hitler?

Would the media have felt obligated to give “both sides” of the story? To give equal time to Hitler and Japanese Emperor Hirohito? Would any American, let alone the president, have referred to Nazis or the Gestapo as the “other team”? Would the media have gone through the streets of Dresden, Hamburg or Berlin looking for civilian casualties, or taking at face value Nazi claims of American war crimes?

The reality is that there will always be unintended civilian casualties in any war. This will be especially true in any war with Hamas, which intentionally locates its fighters, rockets and artillery in densely populated civilian areas. Unlike Hamas, Israel will make every effort to avoid civilian deaths,

f ever there were a war in which there is no moral equivalence, it is this one.

and certainly won’t target noncombatants.

Waging war against Hamas goes far beyond retaliation or revenge. Hamas must, to the greatest extent possible, be annihilated, to prevent future attacks on Israel’s citizens. Hamas is also a proxy for Iran, which is the largest state sponsor of terror in the world and an ever-growing military — and soon to be nuclear — threat to the region and the world. Hezbollah, headquartered just north of Israel in Lebanon, possesses over 100,000 rockets, and is also a wholly owned subsidiary of Iran.

Israel is our strongest ally and the only democracy in the Middle East, the most volatile region in the world. This current war is not a battle for turf or bragging rights. It is a struggle that Israel is waging for itself and for all civilized peoples. Israel deserves our full, unqualified support for its own success and security, and the future of the world as we know it.

It is also time for the United States to restore its sense of moral balance, and accept the reality that there can be no moral equivalence in this struggle between good and evil. Stand with Israel!

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@liherald.com.

Antisemitism in our schools is way too common

n May, I took part in a special hearing convened by the Nassau County Legislature’s Special Legislative Task Force to Combat Antisemitism in Nassau County. The hearing gave students, parents, rabbis and other interested members of the community the opportunity to share information about personal antisemitic experiences and incidents. I, and many of my task force colleagues, were horrified by some of the stories we heard.

I am so proud of the students who came and AVi had the confiposnicK dence to speak up, knowing that what they said would be entered into the public record. The hearing was also recorded and covered by a number of media outlets. We heard horrendous stories, which included accounts of swastikas found on school property (in some cases left unaddressed for weeks) and antisemitic comments directed at Jewish students, among other things.

What shocked me the most — and is

truly concerning — is how normalized and “casual” the antisemitism seems to be. In all my years of working to fight antisemitism and hate, I knew students were facing antisemitic incidents, but never thought it would be considered so normal among students in our local schools.

Following the hearing, the task force convened a special meeting, which I had the honor to chair, consisting of superintendents and principals from a number of county school districts. This gave us an opportunity to learn what steps they are taking to combat antisemitism, both proactively and responsively. I heard many positive and encouraging remarks from the administrators in attendance, including two points that I believe we all must take to heart and implement.

First, whenever an antisemitic or hateful incident occurs, the school must not attempt to hide the matter out of a concern for negative publicity. The school should instead be transparent, and notify the school community about the situation and outline how the

i

administration is addressing it.

Schools need to identify both what the community can do to fight antisemitism and hate and outline concrete steps it is taking toward that end.

Administrators who properly and promptly condemn and respond to antisemitism have friends in a number of groups, including my organization, StandWithUs, that are ready to support and partner with them, and to provide the resources and assistance they need.

Second, as one superintendent made clear, there should be greater outrage when it comes to instances of antisemitism. Sadly, that is not always the case.

For example, when students or visitors at school events spew antisemitic slurs and other hateful rhetoric, it is insufficient simply to tell the offenders to “be nice” and then continue the event in a business-as-usual manner. When something like this happens, the authorities responsible for the event should express outrage and stop the activity until the perpetrators are removed and all attendees have an equal opportunity to participate and enjoy the activity.

t’s not enough to just tell those who spew slurs at school events to ‘be nice.’

I understand that this kind of response doesn’t happen overnight. It happens only if the right boundaries and understanding are established.

Antisemitism can be difficult to identify. Through the Special Legislative Task Force, StandWithUs and other groups have shared their clear commitment to fighting anti-Jewish bigotry.

There are educational materials, policy recommendations, and training for administrators, teachers and students that focus on how to identify antisemitism and ways to address antisemitic incidents.

As we continue the new school year, I hope our amazing schools in Nassau County, across Long Island and throughout the Northeast will take advantage of the resources being offered and commit to implementing best practices to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and equal educational opportunities for all students in these communities.

Avi Posnick is the executive director of StandWithUs Northeast & New England, and a member of the Special Legislative Task Force to Combat Antisemitism in Nassau County. StandWithUs is an international, nonpartisan education organization that supports Israel and fights antisemitism.

39

LONG BEACH HERALD — October 26, 2023

When Angela, 33, was diagnosed with stage IIA breast cancer last year, she was terrified of what was ahead.

She didn’t want to stop teaching fourth grade or be derailed from earning her master’s degree in education, so she teamed up with the cancer experts at Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside who designed a treatment plan that included surgery, chemotherapy, and reconstruction. Through it all, Angela earned her master’s from Fordham University and kept teaching.

Accredited by the Commission on Cancer and the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, Mount Sinai South Nassau offers a multidisciplinary approach to fight cancer, close to home. We help you overcome not only the cancer, but whatever else cancer brings with it.

Learn more at southnassau.org/cancer

1203438

Breast cancer care you can trust, right here on Long Island.

Turning Leaves, Turning Keys.

Unlock new beginnings this fall with Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty. Discover your dream home amidst exceptional service and expertise. Let turning leaves and keys mark the start of your beautiful journey. Your fall adventure begins here.

Scan Here to Begin

Long Beach Office

350 National Boulevard, Long Beach, NY | 516.670.1700 | danielgale.com

Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated.

1215730

October 26, 2023 — LONG BEACH HERALD

40