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LHS’s Human Relations Day back in person “They had their eyes on this theme for the whole school year,” Kirby said. “. . . When you reach For the first time in two years, for the stars, you’re controlling the Student Government Associ- what you have the power to do in ation was set to host its annual order to be successful. Whatever Human Relations Day in-person happened yesterday, you just on Thursday, after the Herald keep moving forward, working went to press. toward your goals English teacher and worrying about and SGA adviser o n l y yo u r s e l f. I Mary Kirby, along always say, ‘Today’s with 50 student the first day of the members, organized rest of your life,’ and many activities for I truly believe that.” the event, which was Senior and shaping up as one of National Art Honor the largest Lynbrook Society board memHigh School has ber Olivia Ackerman seen, with more than designed a shirt for 30 “Random Acts of the event depicting a Kindness” recipients spaceship blasting and 30 guest speakoff from Lynbrook. ASHER J. ers. Promotional social This year’s theme MATATHIAS media posts on the is “Reach for the Holocaust survivor SGA Instagram Stars,” and the SGA account (@lyndid its best to live up brooksga) also to it. On Human Relations Day, shared the hashtags #outofthisthe LHS cafeteria was to be world and #shinebright. adorned with star-shaped balThe guest speakers were loons, a galaxy photo backdrop, scheduled to cover a vast range fairy lights and purple, black of topics, including drug abuse, and teal centerpieces, and filled organ donation, civil rights with space-themed music. SGA reform, social activism and the members created and organized experiences of first responders. games and trivia contests via the app Kahoot! CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
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LYNBROOK HIGH SCHOOL students, staff, school district administrators, law enforcement officers and elected officials gathered outside the school on Feb. 9 for a “Back the Blue” rally in support of police officers in the wake of the shooting deaths of New York City Police officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora.
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Lynbrook High School students and staff members, elected officials and residents gathered outside the school on Feb. 9 to “back the blue” in a show of support for law enforcement and to honor the memory of two slain New York City police officers. The gathering was dedicated to the memory of Officer Jason Rivera, 22, who died after being shot in Harlem on
Jan. 21, and Officer Wilbert Mora, 27, who was shot by the same gunman and succumbed to his injury on Jan. 25. “The student government came up with the idea to have a ‘blue’ day, and I thought it was a great idea,” Board of Education President William Belmont said. “. . . There’s nothing political about being a police officer. They don’t show up at your house if you call 911 and ask you what your political beliefs are, so I
think it’s a wonderful thing to do at a time when police are under attack and being vilified, which I don’t understand.” About 25 students were joined by elected officials, teachers and administrators for the event. Belmont said that the biggest role in government is to keep the community safe, and that it was impor tant to show law enforcement officers that the village supported them. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11
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Students at Centre Avenue Elementary School joined the Lunar New Year celebrations and honored the Year of the Tiger. Classes learned about the traditions of the holiday and participated in Lunar New Year themed crafts and activities. The activities included reading informational texts about the Lunar New Year, crafting circle maps and describing what they learned, and creating dragon masks for the Lunar New Year parade they participated in.
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TYLER GOFF AND Stefanie Pineda created dragon masks for the Lunar New Year. OWEN SCHENDLINGER AND Hannah Tyrrell got set for the Lunar New Year parade. STANLEY LIU, FAR left, celebrated the Year of the Tiger.
Holocaust Remembrance Day honored Students in James O’Hara, Christopher Balas and Alyssa Papa’s seventh grade social studies classes at Lynbrook North Middle School recognized Holocaust Remembrance Day with a presentation by Papa honoring her grandfather, Hans Haller, better known as “Papa Hans.” The presentation highlighted the personal story of Papa Hans’ journey during the Holocaust. Papa shared how a secretly planned ski trip helped escape some of the Nazi soldiers. The heroic story gave insight into the events, which occurred during the Holocaust, and students and teachers were captivated by the story. Papa Hans’ story was documented in a personal journal, which is now in the Smithsonian Museum.
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STUDENTS AT NORTH Middle School recognized Holocaust Remembrance Day through a presentation by teacher Alyssa Papa.
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also celebrated the 154 years of Elkdom on Feb. 16. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has made more than $12 billion in donations since it first started 154 years ago. Last year alone, the Elks contributed about $375 million in cash, gifts and membership time donations to make local communities better places for families to live. New York Elks Lodge No. 1 has contributed more than $16 million to the vast area communities that have been associated with it. The Elks are one of the premier patriotic and charitable organizations in the country. Elk volunteers will visit thousands of hospitalized veterans that have protected our freedoms. The Elks vow, “so long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.” The Elks support both active military forces and retired veterans. Elks furnish food, provide gifts, host holiday celebrations and recreational activities at various locations and hospitals and stand ready to help fulfill any need when called upon. Last year, the Elks’ contributions to the nation’s heroes provided more than $50 million to more than 300 Veterans Administration Medical Centers, clinics and state care facilities. Annually, the Elks award college scholarships across the country, totaling more than $4.5 million. The Elks Community Investment Program will award nearly $47 million toward enriching local communities. There are nearly 1,800 Elks lodges across the country with a total membership of about 800,000. Elks members must be American citizens who are at least 21 years of age and must believe in God. The New York State Elks Association has 119 lodges across the state and has 45,000-plus members, Lodge No. 1, at 57 Hempstead Ave., has been in Lynbrook since the 200506 merger of Elks lodges. Membership of Lodge No. 1 Elks support the community in many ways and are proud of what they do, from the lodge’s young boys and girls in scouting, local graduating seniors, various drug awareness programs, supporting veterans, donating to cerebral palsy projects, local food banks, senior citizens and more. Last year, the Elks gave $8,000 to various groups and organizations, including veterans programs and $30,000 to other projects.
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LONG BEACH WATERFRONT Warriors President Gerard Snell recently visited the Elks’ Southeast District Veterans Committee. Taking part were, from left, Lodge 878 Chaplain John Haffey; Lodge 1 Inner Guard Herb Hoffman; Veterans Chairperson Anitra Butler; Lodge 1 Treasurer John Nuzzi Sr.; Lodge 2107 member Robert Giglio; Lodge 1 Exalted Ruler Lisa Moldovan and Lodge 1 member Sylvia Wasner.
Lynbrook lodge honors local veterans Long Beach Waterfront Warriors President Gerard Snell recently paid a visit to the Southeast District Veterans Committee, which included members and officers from New York Elks Lodge No. 1 in Lynbrook. Snell spoke about what his organization does for the nation’s veterans, and
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EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Ongoing
Lynbrook Village Board The Lynbrook mayor and village board of trustees will host its next meeting at Village Hall, 1 Columbus Drive, at 7 p.m. Visit lynbrookvillage.net or call (516) 599-8300 for more information.
Vendors Sought for 52nd Huckleberry Frolic The East Rockaway Grist Mill Committee and the Village of East Rockaway are seeking vendors for the 52nd annual Huckleberry Frolic on Saturday June 11 (rain date scheduled for June 18). It begins at 10 a.m. with a parade leading to Memorial Park, and includes a variety of entertainment, food trucks, vendors, rides, a petting zoo, a pet photo contest and more. Anyone interested in becoming a vendor can call Village Hall at (516) 887-6300. Details and applications are also available on the event’s website, villageofeastrockaway.org (click “Home” then “52nd annual Huckleberry Frolic).
Wednesday, March 9 Lynbrook Board of Education The Lynbrook Board of Education will host its next meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Lynbrook High School, 9 Union Ave., Lynbrook. Virtual meetings can be found at lynbrookschools.org.
Tuesday, March 22 East Rockaway Board of Education
VFW Thrift Shop in East Rockaway Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3350 in East Rockaway has launched its Veterans’ Thrift Shop. The post is at 164 Main St. Due to the pandemic, the store’s schedule varies, but members are trying to open daily, including Sundays. For thrift shop information and hall rentals, call the post at (516) 887-8170, and ask for Pat, Gary, Tony or Gene.
Flag Disposal in East Rockaway When a flag is worn, tattered, ripped or soiled beyond repair, it is no longer fit to serve as a symbol of our country and should be retired and disposed of properly. There are worn flag depository’s located at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3350, 164 Main St, American Legion Post 958, 71 Main St. and Village Hall, 376 Atlantic Ave., all in East Rockaway. .
Lynbrook Kiwanis Club The Lynbrook Kiwanis Club meets twice each month. Meetings are on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Lynbrook Library, 56 Eldert St., and the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Savino’s Restaurant and Wine Bar, 88 Atlantic Ave.
Mental Health Support Group The National Alliance on Mental Illness Queens/Nassau is starting a whole family support group for families and family members with mental health concerns.
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Donation ‘fore’ a good cause The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce recently donated $25,000 to the village’s community chest to help those who are dealing with financial hardship. The money was generated from the Lynbrook Mayor’s Golf Outing, which took place last August. “It was our most successful outing ever and we were happy to donate to the community chest,” Golf Committee Chairman Jeff Greenfield said. “It’s our biggest donation to date. We’re looking forward to the 2022 outing, which is scheduled for Aug. 15 at Inwood Country Club and more details will follow.” The group will meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, virtually, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The first session is Jan. 25. To register or get more information, contact dsills@namiqn.org.
Thursday, Feb. 17 Chi Gong with Marianna Farina Join the Lynbrook Public Library for Chi Gong with Marianna Farina at 10:30 a.m. Chi Gong is an ancient Chinese meditative practice which uses slow graceful movements and breathing techniques. For more information, call (516) 599-8630 or visit lynbrooklibrary.org.
Family Winter Story Craft Join the Lynbrook Public Library for a family story craft at 4 p.m. A wintery story will be followed by crafting fun with Ms. Renee and Ms. Shannon. Each family will have their own table, class size limited. For more information, call (516) 599-8630 or visit lynbrooklibrary.org.
Tuesday, Feb. 22 Smiley Pillow Craft Join the East Rockaway Library to make a cozy smiley face pillow that will put a smile on your face at 3 p.m. For more information, call (516) 5991664 or visit eastrockawaylibrary.org.
Thursday, Feb. 24 Family Lego Afternoon Join the East Rockaway Library at 2:30 p.m. Each family will have their own table full of legos. It is limited to six families. For more information, call (516) 599-1664 or visit eastrockawaylibrary.org.
Monday, March 7 East Rockaway Village Board The East Rockaway mayor and village board will host its next meeting at 7 p.m. at 376 Atlantic Ave.. Vist villageofeastrockaway.net or call (516) 8876300 for more information.
Vendors are being sought for the 52nd Huckleberry Frolic in East Rockaway. The East Rockaway VFW’s thrift shop is open for business. The Lynbrook Kiwanis Club meets Feb. 17 at Savino’s. Make a winter craft at the Lynbrook Library on Feb. 17. Get crafty at the East Rockaway Library on Feb. 22.
The East Rockaway Board of Education will host its next meeting at 7 p.m. at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School, 443 Ocean Ave. Live stream recordings will be posted at eastrockawayschools.org. It will also host a budget work session meeting on March 8.
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Nobel Prize winner speaks to students Students at Lynbrook High School had the opportunity to virtually meet with Nobel Prize recipient David MacMillan, which gave them insight on the life of a scientist. MacMillan, a Scottish chemist, shares the 2021 Nobel Prize in chemistry with Benjamin List for their research into organocatalysis. More than 40 students from Advanced Placement science and
science research classes — many of whom plan to pursue science-related studies in college — attended to ask questions about MacMillan’s life and career. “The students were inspired to see someone of his stature just be a real person,” science research teacher Chuck Vessalico said, according to a news release. “He shared so many good stories, and the challenges he’s had to overcome.”
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Twenty-two East Rockaway JuniorSenior High School art students won a total of 32 awards for their work in the 2022 Northeast Regional Scholastic Ar t & Wr i t i n g Aw a r d s. This annual competition is administered by the Alliance for Young Ar tists’ & Writers’ national office in New York City. This year’s East Rockaway ar tists received seven Gold Keys, 16 Silver Keys, and nine Honorable Mentions. Gold Key recipients include M i m i B i l a rd e l l o, Mackenzie Gallagher, Natalie Hayes, Gianna Mancusi, Isabella Schaefer and Zara Soofizada, who won two Gold Key awards. Their artwork will advance to the national level of the competition.
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FROM LEFT, LYNBROOK’S Isabella Sanchez, Hempstead’s Meraxis Altamirano, Freeport’s Isis person Jouissance, Long Beach’s Isabella Silvestri, Locust Valley’s Danielle Jauregui, Plainview’s Emma Kimmel, Massapequa’s Alyssa Papasodero and West Hempstead’s Brooke Friedman displayed their respective school uniforms. By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com
Are you ready for some spring football? Eight high schools in Nassau County will compete in girls flag football beginning this April thanks to the support of the New York Jets and Nike. In recognition of the 36th annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day, the Jets and Nike announced Feb. 1 the expansion of their Flag Football League to over 40 teams between New York and New Jersey. Freeport, Hempstead, Locust Valley, Long Beach, Lynbrook, Massapequa, Plainview and West Hempstead comprise the list of Nassau teams. The plan is for a regular season consisting of anywhere between six and eight games, followed by playoff semifinals, county finals and a Long Island championship. “I’m really excited for the opportunity for our female students to be part of this new sport offering of flag football,” Section VIII Executive Director Pat Pizzarelli said. “I want to thank the New York Jets for their support.”
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Beyond funding and equipment, each participating school will receive uniforms from the Jets and Nike from their Girls Flag Football line of apparel. As part of the announcement, one player from each new team was a guest at MetLife Stadium and treated to a surprise uniform reveal in the Jets locker room. “The expansion of our Girls Flag Football League brings us one step closer to our goal of having the sport adopted as an official varsity sport in both New York and New Jersey in order to continue providing young women with the opportunity to grow and excel on the field and in their daily lives,” said Jesse Linder, the Jets’ President of Community Relations. No guest was more surprised than Long Beach junior Isabella Silvestri, who heard her name called as the winner of a Super Bowl trip drawing. She attended the RamsBengals matchup in Los Angeles. “I was extremely honored to represent my school and to win the Super Bowl drawing was just unbelievable,” she said. There’s plenty of buzz in Freeport based on an interest meeting held in October. “We had 50 girls show up so that was
pretty exciting,” said Athletic Director Jonathan Bloom. In Lynbrook, official sign-ups are expected to be held in a few weeks, Athletic Director Joe Martillotti said. The likeliest site for home games is Marion Street Elementary. “There seems to be a pretty good level of interest,” he said. “We still have to wait for a coach to be approved by the school board and dot some I’s and cross some T’s, but it’s moving forward.” Long Beach Athletic Director Arnold Epstein said: “Anytime you can offer new opportunities to kids, it’s a good thing. We definitely have girls who are interested in football and we will offer the student-athletes who play another spring sport the flexibility to also join flag football if they want.” West Hempstead has held two meetings so far regarding the sport kicking off. Athletic Director Chris Mistretta said 19 attended the first meeting and 23 were at the follow-up. “It’s a great idea,” he said. Games will be 7 on 7 and played on a 40-by-80-yard field. Pizzarelli said a schedule is in the works and will be released sometime in the coming weeks.
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Rivera died on Jan. 21, just hours after being shot by Lashawn McNeil, 47, who opened fire on him and Mora after coming out from behind a bedroom door and surprising the officers as they walked down a narrow hallway in McNeil’s Harlem apartment. McNeil was shot by a third officer, rookie Sumit Sulan, and died on Jan. 24. Rivera became one of the youngest NYPD officers to die in the line of duty. Hundreds of officers, elected officials and civilians attended Rivera’s and Mora’s funerals earlier this month in Manhattan. Shows of support have also grown locally, with East Rockaway hosting a memorial vigil for the officers earlier this month, and Lynbrook business Doughology selling 5,000 specialty doughnuts and donating the profits to the slain officers’ families. The efforts continued with the student-organized event at LHS. “I’m very proud any time kids selfadvocate,” Belmont said. “I think it’s important. I’m someone who greatly feels that however you can do it, you should be making the world a better place.” Among the notable attendees was Lynbrook Police Chief Brian Paladino, who said that in his 25 years on the job, he has heard both praise and criticism. “Locally, the Lynbrook community has consistently shown overwhelming support for our department,” Paladino said in a statement. “However, that is generally the sen-
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DOZENS OF STUDENTS, law enforcement officers and school and elected officials attended the “Back the Blue” rally at Lynbrook High School on Feb. 9. timent of the adult population. Young adults are impressionable, and sometimes buy into anti-police sentiment, and may be skeptical of their relationship with the police. That’s why it was a courageous act by the young adults who comprise the Lynbrook High School Student Government Association to take a stand, and tell their peers that they support the police and cared enough to raise money for Detectives Mora and Rivera.”
Paladino added that he “couldn’t be more proud” of the students for helping the fallen officers’ families, especially as many segments of the population “are running away from us.” Others who attended the event included Mayor Alan Beach and the village board; Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, a Lynbrook High alumnus; Superintendent of Schools Dr. Melissa Burak; LHS Principal Joseph
Rainis; Hempstead Town Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, a former NYPD detective, and County Legislator Bill Gaylor, who lauded the students for their efforts. “Supporting our law enforcement is not a political stance, but rather recognizes the sacrifices that officers and their families make daily to keep us safe,” Gaylor said in a statement. “Thank you to Principal Rainis for supporting that.”
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Recently, I joined my colleagues in the Nassau County Legislature, along with dozens of county, town, city and village elected officials and local homeowners, to demand that Gov. Kathy Hochul remove a provision hidden within the thousands of pages of her proposed budget that would effectively eliminate singlefamily home zoning across New York state. The plan would require that towns, villages, and cities allow apartments to be constructed within any single-family house — and even a new freestanding apartment on the property — for anyone that wants one. This sneaky maneuver is exactly how former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, and the State Legislature passed their disastrous cashless bail reform ill law. It is clearly an assault on our suburbs, and we simply cannot allow it to happen. Enough is enough. From overcrowding classrooms, endangering the safety of communities, straining public safety, sanitation, traffic and utility resources to destroying the environment and increasing the carbon footprint, this legislation directly threatens Long Island’s quality of life and will turn our suburban neighborhoods into the overcrowded urban centers that most residents fled from to live here. Furthermore, Long Island’s middle-class families and seniors will bear the burden of this proposal and be forced to pay even higher taxes as a result. Eliminating single-family zoning is but the first step to increasing density by allowing multi-family units (up to four) to
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be constructed on lots now zoned for onefamily use. What’s next from Albany? Maybe allowing reduced lot sizes and smaller backyards? Do they also plan on easing or eliminating controls? Then followed by re-classifying wetland and open space to allow for more apartments? These are decisions your local elected officials should decide. Let our villages, towns and counties determine what’s best for their communities. Stop the attack on the suburbs. We are already putting a plan in motion to fight and ensure that this provision is removed from the governor’s budget. The overwhelming majority of elected officials countywide are taking action as well. Included in that effort is a petition I’ve aylor created in opposition to this attack on suburbia. Those interested in letting their voice be heard can sign my petition by visiting my website at nassaucountyny.gov/ld6. I also encourage you to call Hochul’s office at (518)474-8390, and to contact other state legislators to let them know that this progressive agenda is not acceptable, and that the legislation must be removed from the state budget. You can also visit governor.y.gov/content/governor-contactform to submit commens on this issue.
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East Rockaway High School student Katy Howard, center, was recently named a Top 50 volleyball player on Long Island. She was congratulated by, from left, junior varsity volleyball coach Loreen Peknic, Hempstead Town Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, her father, Hugh, and varsity volleyball coach Ksenia Brito.
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and other Republican elected officials endorsed Lee Zeldin for the gubernatorial race on Feb. 10 at the Nassau County GOP Headquarters in Westbury. Zeldin, 42, a Republican from Shirley, is currently a four-term congressman representing New York’s 1st district. He announced that he was running for governor last April. “We had to nominate somebody that could win,” Blakeman said, adding that Zeldin has the principles, values, experience, energy and passion to be a great governor. “[He] appeals to a wide range of residents in New York State. ... Across the board, he is somebody who will represent all of the people of the state of New York and not just special interests.” The current state bail reform laws, defundingf the police, Covid-19 restrictions, Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul’s single-family zoning proposal and congestion pricing were the top reasons for backing Zeldin, the officials said. “One of the most important functions of government is to protect our citizens,” Rich Nicollelo, the presiding officer of the Nassau County Legislature said. “New York needs a governor that understands that.” If elected, Zeldin would be the first Republican governor since George Pataki who served from 1995 to 2007. Zeldin had a
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LEE ZELDIN, A Republican from Shirley was endorsed by the Nassau GOP at their headquarters on Feb. 10. law practice in Smithtown which he opened in 2008 until he was elected to the New York State Senate in 2010 representing New York’s 3rd Senate District. Zeldin said that it is important in this state to have “more local control and less Hochul control,” and said that if elected “we are not going to waste any time, all Covid mandates end on day one.”
He was born in East Meadow at Nassau University Medical Center and stated that “there has never been a governor in the state of New York with as many Nassau connections” as him. Repealing cashless bail, fully funding the police and the possibility of removing Alvin Bragg as the New York County (Manhattan) District Attorney, are on
Zeldin’s agenda, should he be elecvted. The newly elected Bragg received a substantial amount of backlash oh nis initial leninency policy for prosecuting certain cerimes. Since then he clarified his stance. Zeldine spoke about letting parents know that they “do not relinquish their right to be incharge of their child’s upbringing,” and making sure all children regardless of race, ethnicity and wealth have access to a quality education. He specifically mentioned not “advancing divisive curriculums in schools,” such as critical race theory. “We should be teaching kids more civics where they are learning about everything that is great about America,” Zeldin said. “Rather than trying to pit them against each other.” Zeldin is up against Democrats Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Lt. governor who succeedded Andrew Cuomo when he resigned last year, Rep. Tom Suozzi and Jumaane Williams, a New York City public advocate. Other Republicans who are running for governor include: Rob Astorino, the Westchester County Executive, Mike Carpinelli, a sheriff of Lewis County, Derrick Gibson, a former construction and automotive business owner from Forest Hills, Queens and Andrew Giuliani, the son of former Mayor Rudy Giuliani and former Trump administration official. The gubernatorial election is Nov. 8.
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emotional equilibrium than at summer camp. Here’s what he and what the camp industry has observed: Kids bounce back. Kids are resilient. They roll with the punches, learn from their mistakes, and when the bar is set high, with the right encouragement — they rise to the occasion. Kids naturally make friends. As thousands of new campers arrived at camps, camp staff were amazed to see how they were drawn towards one another; quickly building friendships, with their saved up love and empathy. Kids love being outdoors. Always have. But after being forced indoors for so long, kids cared less about the bugs, the dirt and mud, the liquid sunshine, and even the heat. And there’s more good news, according to Pritikin. “Parents who never went to camp, and never sent their children to camp before, have reassessed the summer camp cost/benefit analysis and are flooding American Camp Association accredited camps with registrations like never before. The pandemic has suddenly made summer camp as important as it should be. So if you’re interested in camp for your kids this summer, don’t delay — because many of the best camps out there have already started waiting lists.” Embrace Summer Camp But Ccarefully Still, choosing a summer camp is not always so easy, and can be especially tricky as we continue to manage the pandemic. Ask children if they want to go to camp. Everyone is experiencing some measure of pandemic-related burnout, and that includes kids. Kids may be sick of wearing masks at school all day and, even if they have loved camp in the past, may not be looking forward to wearing masks at camp this summer, if that is required. Others might may see camp as a way to fully return to "normal." Either way, solicit kids’ input and let them know their feelings matter regardless of which side of the fence they’re on. Be clear about safety protocols. When researching summer camps, make sure you and your child understand the safety protocols each camp will have in place. Will masks be mandatory for both campers and staff? How much direct interaction will campers have with each other? Have staff members been vaccinated? What measures are being taken to keep kids safe? Camps have detailed protocols and will share those protocols with parents upon request. Above photo: Selecting a summer camp can feel a lot like you're trying to pick a college for your child.
Millions of children attend summer camp each year. For most, it's a fun and rewarding experience full of challenges and excitement. In addition to physical and athletic activities, kids learn about independence, cooperation, competition and teamwork. They also learn that they can survive away from home. For many kids summer camp is also a time of significant emotional growth, development and transition. Parents often note that their children come home seeming older or more mature than before they left. Nurturing Human Value The camp community excels in providing an experiential education that results in self-respect and appreciation for human value. All of the outcomes — self-identity, self-worth, self-esteem, leadership, and self-respect — build personal competencies. Explore talents: Camps help young people explore their unique interests and talents. Under an organized, yet often easygoing, camp schedule, kids can dabble in sports, arts and crafts, leadership, community support, and so many other activities that may not be fully available to them elsewhere. Promote physical activity: Lots of camps build their itineraries around physical activities that takes place outdoors. Campers may spend their time swimming, running, hiking, playing sports, climbing, and so much more. Regular physical activity has many health benefits and can set a foundation for healthy habits as an adult. Gain confidence: Day and sleepaway camps offer campers the opportunity to get comfortable in their own skin. Camps can foster activities in selfesteem by removing the academic measures of success and fill in with noncompetitive opportunities to succeed. Campers learn independence and decision-making skills. Try new things: Camp gives children the chance to try new things, whether that’s learning to cook, exploring new environments or embracing a new sport or leisure activity. Opening oneself up to new opportunities can build character and prove enlightening for children. Make new friends: Camp is a
great place to meet new people and make lifelong friends. Campers flood in from areas near and far. This provides kids with a chance to expand their social circles beyond their immediate neighborhoods and schools. Finding The Best Fit Although most children are excited about going to summer camp, for some, it can be a scary or anxiety provoking experience. In general, parents should not push or force kids to go to camp if they feel frightened or uncomfortable. Choose a camp that is suited to your child's personality, temperament and interests. If your child likes music, art or horseback riding, it makes sense to pick a camp with strengths in that area. At the same time, there is nothing wrong with encouraging kids to try new things or to have a variety of experiences. In general, it is best not to force kids to do things at camp that they really dislike or simply cannot do. Repeated negative experiences can have a significant effect on a child's self-esteem. Involve your child in choosing the camp. Review brochures, videos and websites together. Ask for the names of other families you and your child can talk to about the camp. Don't push kids to go to a residential camp at too early an age. The "right" age will vary from child to child. Some kids are "ready" for "sleep away" camp at five or six, while others would not even consider the idea at 14 or 15. If a child doesn't seem ready for a full summer away, consider a camp that has one-month sessions. It may be an easier transition and a more positive experience. Help children keep in touch with friends from summer camp. Plan times for them to get together with kids who live nearby. For friends who live at a distance, letters, phone calls and e-mail can help them maintain contact during the school year.
Above photo: Most kids will enjoy camp and look forward to returning year after year. Careful camp selection, preparation and planning can increase the likelihood of a positive experience.
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set together. Also establish or re-establish helpful routines. Give your kids the consistency of fairly regular routines (weekends and holidays can be breaks). Bedtime, wake-up, study, homework, play, family time — kids rely on these routines, and the structure helps them to feel safe, know what's expected of them and be successful. Spring Tune-up Stay informed about the end-of-school activities for which your child will be responsible. Encourage students to use planners to create timelines, or place a large calendar with deadlines and test dates in a visible area of the house. Help your child evaluate the subjects or areas that she finds most challenging. Assigning a priority to homework items according to their level of difficulty will save time by ensuring your child devotes the most energy to the areas that require extra focus and attention. Maintain Healthy Habits Healthy kids are better learners. Making sure your children are getting enough sleep, insist on their good eating habits and are involved in regular and aerobic exercise. Exercise is a great way to alleviate stress and stimulate the mind. Taking short exercise breaks between assignments can refresh a student's energy level and renew focus. Even Take A Break Compressing study time into one all-nighter may seem like a good way to save time, but the brain is less efficient without taking a break to
rest, and a student's memory can be affected. A better alternative is to ensure your child obtains the recommended amount of sleep by spreading study efforts out over a period of time. Recommit To Learning With your children, come up with one or two major goals that they want to accomplish for the remainder of this school year. Raising that algebra grade? Getting homework done on time and turning it in the next day? Organizing a study area at home? Using a planner regularly and
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LHS event features several guest speakers CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE Many speakers were slated to come to LHS in person, but some planned to present virtually via Cisco Webex. The guest list included LHS alumnus Michael Knobloch, the president of global film, music and publishing at Universal Studios. Knobloch oversaw the music for the highestgrossing film of all time, “Avatar,” as well as “Titanic,” “Pitch Perfect” and “Les Misérables.” He planned to speak to students about his Hollywood career and the lessons he has learned from his experiences. Kevin Ferguson — the director of operations and partnerships for YouTube Shorts, a former executive at the social media platform Musical.ly and another LHS graduate — planned to speak to students about his work in social media. The SGA also received an inspirational video message from Hoda Kotb, the co-host of NBC’s “Today” show. Kevin Maresca, the head of PET/molecular imaging in digital medicine at Pfizer, who specializes in cancer and Covid-19 research, planned to focus on his experience with the coronavirus pandemic. Two other speakers are LHS alumni. Joe Delia is the social media and marketing director for “Land of Lots,” a new children’s book series, and a production manager at Gattie and Lopez, an editorial production company. This is Delia’s second year at Human Relations Day to discuss his work with the LGBTQ+ community. And Larry Glenz is a familiar face at HRD and around the halls of LHS: He taught in Lynbrook for 36 years, and coached the football, lacrosse and wrestling teams. Glenz’s son, Kevin, died of a heroin overdose in 2010, at age 27, and Glenz returns to HRD each year to tell his and Kevin’s story, and to spread awareness about the dangers of drug addiction. His autobiography, “Forgiving Kevin: A Son’s Addiction Becomes a Father’s Greatest Teacher,” details Kevin’s years-long struggle with
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FOR THE FIRST time since 2020, Human Relations Day was set to return in person at Lynbrook High School on Thursday, after the Herald went to press. Above, students at the event in 2018. addiction. Another guest, Asher J. Matathias, planned to share his harrowing story of surviving the Holocaust. Matathias now lives in Woodmere, and is a professor at St. John’s University. “As I am frequently called upon to give public testimony of humanity’s most heinous crime — people rarely hear about the tragedy of Greek Jews in the Holocaust — I shall deem it an honor and duty to avail of the opportunity to inform and educate,” Matathias said. Other familiar faces at HRD include the FealGood Foundation, which helps emergency personnel who have been injured in the course of their duties; the Long Island Trio, an organization that advocates for organ donation and transplantation awareness; and students from the Henry Viscardi School, who encourage perse-
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verance, kindness and fighting adversity. HRD is sponsored by more than 20 local businesses, including the Lynbrook Deli, Hewlett Station, Angelina’s, Lynbrook Bagels and Heavenly Coffee. The businesses donated gift cards for “Random Acts of Kindness,” a tradition of giving back to LHS students and staff who SGA members feel demonstrate exceptional kindness. Two students will receive tickets to New York Islanders and Rangers games. “HRD is such an incredible event that I look forward to every year,” SGA President Emma Leighley said. “The SGA and Mrs. Kirby work so hard to make this day the best it can be, and there’s so much that goes on behind the scenes to make it perfect. It makes me sad that this was my last HRD, but it was absolutely amazing [to organize it.]”
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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF VILLAGE TREASURER’S SALE FOR TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE IN THE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Real Property Tax Law, the Village Law of the State of New York, the Village Code of the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook, and pursuant to a Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lynbrook, Nassau County, New York, adopted at a meeting held on the 24th day of January, 2022, the Treasurer of said Village will sell pursuant to Village Code §222-27(B) to the Village of Lynbrook, in the manner prescribed by law, on the 10th day of March 2022 at 10:00 A.M., each of the following parcels of real estate upon which Village taxes remain unpaid as will be sufficient to discharge the taxes, interest and charges thereon which may be due at the time of the sale. Such interest in real estate will be sold subject to any unpaid assessment thereon levied by said Village and any unpaid lien purchased and held by said Village, and all liens on property included in this sale are sold subject to the provisions of any federal or state law. On December 29, 2020 Governor Cuomo signed into law the COVID-19 Emergency Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2020 that grants certain property owners certain rights under the Act, (see HYPERLINK “https:// www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp1102ds_fill_ in.pdf” https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/ rp1102ds_fill_in.pdf , Owner Declaration of COVID-19 Related Hardship) The following is a list of lots, pieces and parcels of real estate to be sold, and the total amount of the taxes, interest and charges thereon: PARCEL ID LOCATION BILL BALANCE 1-2-5 48 LAKEVIEW AVE 5,142.07 1-4-1 224 -234 HEMPSTEAD AVE 17,491.92 1-4-2 LAKEVIEW AVE 1,255.07 1-5-11 67 LAKEVIEW AVE 11,913.45 1-11-10.10A 192 HEMPSTEAD AVE 2,178.18 2-4-2 167 LAKEVIEW AVE 6,477.92 2-5-4 137 LAKEVIEW AVE 2,189.91 2-10-18 118 EDMUND ST 3,278.69 3-4-14 93 LAWRENCE AVE 1,577.08 4-7-1 326 VINCENT AVE 2,785.85 4-7-2 318 VINCENT AVE 5,097.79 4-9-10 85 WALNUT ST 3,230.84 4-11-1 312 VINCENT AVE 2,584.89 5-3-12 47 CHRISTABEL ST 2,333.68 5-4-17 99 CHARLES ST 3,476.06 6-1-14 WATERVIEW PL 615.43 6-2-9 42 WATERVIEW PL 2,525.68 6-3-11 48 ALLEN ST 5,191.27 6-3-18 121 OAK ST 2,273.87 6-3-120 BUCKINGHAM PL 197.21 7-1-2 14 DEVINE ST 4,883.76 7-1-7 273 EARLE AVE 1,938.94 8-5-5.6 81 CHARLES ST 2,611.09 9-1-3 17 LYNBROOK AVE 3,039.45 9-1-4 14 LYNBROOK AVE 2,190.13 9-5-11 48 WASHINGTON AVE 5,228.18 10-4-2 12 CHARLES ST 3,039.45 10-4-17 24 MADISON ST 5,055.97 10-4-27B 74 MADISON ST 2,537.04 11-3-4 232 -234 MERRICK RD 5,886.43 12-3-12 33 PARK PL 5,929.31 12-3-13 35 PARK PL 4,945.26 12-3-4B.15 46 HARRIET PL 20,889.37 13-1-4&5 25 HUTCHESON PL 10,378.20 13-2-1&2 40 ROCKLYN AVE 21,317.54 14-5-500.15 106 ATLANTIC AVE 15 855.17 14-5-500.32 108 ATLANTIC AVE 32 987.95 14-5-500.47 110 ATLANTIC AVE 47 987.95 15-4-5 105 VINCENT AVE 5,535.69 15-6-5 68 SHIPHERD AVE 2,671.74 16-4-2 6 WYOMING AVE 1,394.66 16-7-5 15 NEWTON AVE 2,571.72 17-1-1-4.&41 1 SUNRISE HWY 41,892.35 17-5-13 19 HAMPTON RD 6,134.34 18-1-6 17 CARTER CT 2,513.12 19-2-6 185 ROCKLYN AVE 2,431.77 19-3-15 200 ROCKLYN AVE 2,584.89 19-4-13 8 GARFIELD PL 1,962.86 21-1-1&2 710 MERRICK RD 9,478.05 21-2-8 12 WILBUR ST 9,619.51 21-2-26 612 -614 MERRICK RD 2,541.82 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME:KEYSTONE PMS, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 01/18/2022. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a
copy of the process to: 127 Wilson St, East Rockaway NY 11518. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 129533 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232
21-2-270 22-2-3&4 22-5-6 23-3-9 24-2-3 24-3-18 25-1-4 26-2-15 27-2-11 28-1-1.1112 28-7-13 29-4-2I 29-4-105.106 30-1-1 30-1-6 30-3-10 30-3-3&4 32-5-11 32-7-1 32-8-3 33-1-65 33-1-70 34-1-15 34-1-45 34-2-6 34-2-1A 35-1-11 37-3-8 38-4-406 38-4-6&7 39-2-3 39-2-6 39-3-9 39-3-11 39-4-1A 39-7-1 39-7-105 39-8-3 40-1-49 40-1-51 41-3-21 41-3-28 41-4-21.32B 41-4-22&.23 41-4-22A.5B 41-4-22A.25A 42-4-18 42-5-1 42-8-16 42-8-13D 46-2-3 47-3-9.10 47-4-13A 48-5-3 49-10-10 50-3-8A 52-2-7 52-2-15 52-6-210 53-1-401 53-4-19 53-5-6 55-6-2 55-9-5 56-3-6 56-3-10 56-4-10 56-5-12 57-3-26D 58-6-4 58-6-5 59-1-15 59-1-28 59-3-6 59-4-13 59-4-23 59-4-19A 60-2-21.20A 60-4-7 62-4-8
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610 MERRICK RD 526 MERRICK RD 10 LEACH ST 113 LYON PL 10 -12 BROADWAY 47 BROADWAY E NEW YORK AVE 65 WRIGHT AVE 126 LYON PL 875 SUNRISE HWY 172 SCRANTON AVE 41 GARDEN DR SUNRISE DR 803 SUNRISE HWY 1 OLIVE PL 80 EVERGREEN AVE 145 BROADWAY 141 BIXLEY HEATH 169 BIXLEY HEATH 236 PICCADILLY DOWNS 343 PENINSULA BLVD 363 PENINSULA BLVD 66 OAKLAND AVE 12 OAKLAND AVE 15 NEW ST 12 OLIVE PL 87 UNION AVE 134 SPENCER AVE 79 COVENTRY GARDENS 319 PICCADILLY DOWNS 33 FARNUM ST 10 HOLLYWOOD AVE 1 A FARNUM ST 6 CATALPA AVE 7 CATALPA AVE 46 HOLLYWOOD AVE 477 PENINSULA BLVD 11 DOROTHY PL 4 EVERETT ST 2 A EVERETT ST 14 STARKS PL 2 B STARKS PL 570 BROADWAY APT 32B 600 BROADWAY 596 BROADWAY APT 5B 596 BROADWAY APT 25A 24 THOMPSON PL 2 LENOX AVE 18 SUNSET AVE UNION AVE 3 BAYLIS PL 1 GRAND AVE 2 WINTHROP ST 104 FENIMORE ST 81 STUART ST WEBSTER ST CLINTON AVE 140 HORTON AVE 41 DAWES AVE 81 MARSHALL AVE 78 TAFT AVE 33 CLARK AVE 2 HENDRICKSON AVE 89 DAVISON AVE 33 MARSHALL AVE 19 MARSHALL AVE 593 MERRICK RD 14 WILSON AVE 483 MERRICK RD 150 SHERMAN ST SHERMAN ST 104 DAVISON AVE 93 SMITH ST 29 SUMMIT AVE 51 PEARSALL AVE 57 SHERMAN ST 41 SHERMAN ST 181 WALNUT ST 178 WALNUT ST 431 VINCENT AVE
1,768.48 3,685.40 3,087.30 1,651.85 7,429.99 36,926.95 240.32 5,142.07 2,043.01 14,165.40 3,261.94 2,680.59 320.22 13,801.73 4,856.70 6,076.92 8,147.26 5,621.80 7,233.18 3,055.63 5,757.10 2,440.84 2,608.81 2,142.29 10,003.24 5,992.04 4,606.48 4,551.64 2,919.83 7,749.81 7,159.71 4,551.64 7,454.59 5,424.99 1,072.28 7,115.09 6,513.60 6,249.13 5,068.27 7,220.39 2,381.53 3,421.76 2,090.04 6,417.54 1,025.63 1,532.32 6,260.20 2,607.01 288.17 74.20 2,103.42 2,931.79 4,182.62 8,106.54 2,991.60 271.01 1,424.56 1,993.11 1,938.94 2,477.23 5,174.05 3,565.78 13,053.84 2,471.25 2,333.68 6,126.12 7,800.37 1,364.76 6,421.34 3,456.89 1,009.05 2,866.60 3,613.63 2,571.13 2,333.68 10,080.78 3,589.71 8,008.13 6,113.82 3,019.58
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES JOHN GIORDANO, VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME:GEMSTONE MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 01/18/2022. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be
served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 127 WILSON ST, EAST ROCKAWAY, NY 11518 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 129531 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AND AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232
LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF EAST ROCKAWAY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of East Rockaway on March 7, 2022 at 7:00 PM at 376 Atlantic Avenue, East Rockaway, New York, to introduce the following proposed local law: Proposed Local Law # 4 of 2022 - to amend Chapter 234 of the Code of the Inc. Village of East Rockaway. The above proposed local law may be inspected in the office of the Village Clerk at Village Hall, 376 Atlantic Avenue, East Rockaway, New York, seven (7) days before the hearing, during regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. All interested persons shall have an opportunity to be heard at the time and place aforesaid. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES of the Incorporated Village of East Rockaway, New York. Patricia Renner Village Clerk-Treasurer February 9, 2022 129659 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST A, Plaintiff, AGAINST LESLEY VENTURA A/K/A LESLEY G VENTURA, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on October 30, 2019. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 1, 2022 at 2:30 PM premises known as 9 Pearsall Ave, Lynbrook, NY 11563. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook, County of Nassau and
State of New York. Section 37, Block 260 and Lot 5. Approximate amount of judgment $799,902.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #006434/2009. Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 129326 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232
LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 15, 2022, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lynbrook, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled: “Bond Resolution of the Village of Lynbrook, New York, adopted February 15, 2022, authorizing acquisition of a Fire Department utility truck, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $750,000, appropriating said amount for such purpose, and authorizing the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $750,000 to finance said appropriation,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows: FIRST: AUTHORIZING said Village to acquire a Fire Department utility truck; STATING the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $750,000; APPROPRIATING said amount for such purpose; STATING the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $750,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy of a tax upon all the taxable real property within the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and interest thereon; SECOND: AUTHORIZING the issuance of $750,000 bonds of the Village pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York (the “Law”) to finance said appropriation; THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is twenty (20) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may
be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years; FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village; FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum. DATED: February 15, 2022 John Giordano Village Clerk 129639 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232
LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 15, 2022, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lynbrook, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled: “Bond Resolution of the Village of Lynbrook, New York, adopted February 15, 2022, authorizing acquisition of four sanitation trucks, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $800,000, appropriating said amount for such purpose, and authorizing the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $800,000 to finance said appropriation,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows: FIRST: AUTHORIZING said Village to acquire four sanitation trucks at the estimated maximum cost of $200,000 per truck; STATING the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $800,000; APPROPRIATING said amount for such purpose; STATING the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $800,000 to finance said
appropriation, and the levy of a tax upon all the taxable real property within the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and interest thereon; SECOND: AUTHORIZING the issuance of $800,000 bonds of the Village pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York (the “Law”) to finance said appropriation; THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is fifteen (15) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years; FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village; FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum. DATED: February 15, 2022 John Giordano Village Clerk 129640 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com
LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 15, 2022, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lynbrook, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled: “Bond Resolution of the Village of Lynbrook, New York, adopted February 15, 2022, authorizing construction and installation of street lighting improvements, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $250,000, appropriating said amount for such purpose, and authorizing the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $250,000 to finance said appropriation,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows:
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FIRST: AUTHORIZING said Village to construct and install street lighting improvements; STATING the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $250,000; APPROPRIATING said amount for such purpose; STATING the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $250,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy of a tax upon all the taxable real property within the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and interest thereon; SECOND: AUTHORIZING the issuance of $250,000 bonds of the Village pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York (the “Law”) to finance said appropriation; THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is thirty (30) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years; FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village; FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum. DATED: February 15, 2022 John Giordano Village Clerk 129638 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AND AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232
LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 15, 2022, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lynbrook, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled:
“Bond Resolution of the Village of Lynbrook, New York, adopted February 15, 2022, authorizing acquisition of an asphalt paver, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $175,000, appropriating said amount for such purpose, and authorizing the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $175,000 to finance said appropriation,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows: FIRST: AUTHORIZING said Village to acquire an asphalt paver; STATING the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $175,000; APPROPRIATING said amount for such purpose; STATING the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $175,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy of a tax upon all the taxable real property within the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and interest thereon; SECOND: AUTHORIZING the issuance of $175,000 bonds of the Village pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York (the “Law”) to finance said appropriation; THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is fifteen (15) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years; FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village; FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum. DATED: February 15, 2022 John Giordano Village Clerk 129635
LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 15, 2022, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lynbrook, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled: “Bond Resolution of the Village of Lynbrook, New York, adopted February 15, 2022, authorizing construction of a pedestrian walkthrough in the Village, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $1,075,000, appropriating said amount for such purpose, authorizing the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $1,075,000 to finance said appropriation, and authorizing the expenditure of any grant funds received or to be received for said purpose” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows: FIRST: AUTHORIZING said Village to construct a pedestrian walkthrough in the Village; STATING the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $1,075,000; APPROPRIATING said amount for such purpose; STATING the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $1,075,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy of a tax upon all the taxable real property within the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and interest thereon; and STATING that any grant funds received by the Village and any other funds available for such purpose are authorized to be applied toward the cost of said project or redemption of the Village’s bonds or notes issued therefor, or to be budgeted as an offset to the taxes to be collected for the payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds or notes; SECOND: AUTHORIZING the issuance of $1,075,000 bonds of the Village pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York (the “Law”) to finance said appropriation; THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is ten (10) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said
bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years; FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village; FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum. DATED: February 15, 2022 John Giordano Village Clerk 129636
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LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LYNBROOK, NEW YORK PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on February 15, 2022, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lynbrook, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled: “Bond Resolution of the Village of Lynbrook, New York, adopted February 15, 2022, authorizing acquisition of a Fire Department ladder truck, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $1,650,000, appropriating said amount for such purpose, and authorizing the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $1,650,000 to finance said appropriation,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows: FIRST: AUTHORIZING said Village to acquire a Fire Department ladder truck; STATING the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $1,650,000; APPROPRIATING said amount for such purpose; STATING the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $1,650,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy of a tax upon all the taxable real property within the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and interest thereon; SECOND: AUTHORIZING the issuance of $1,650,000 bonds of the Village pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York (the “Law”) to finance said appropriation;
Arrests ■ On Feb. 1 at 12:33 p.m., Bernabe Mojica, 51, of Far Rockaway, Queens, was arrested and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and various other vehicle and traffic law violations on Peninsula Boulevard. ■ At 2:23 p.m. on Feb. 1, Daquan Wilkins, 30, of St. Albans, Queens, was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell (Tetrahydrocannabino), aggravated unlicensed operation and various other vehicle and traffic law violations on Merrick Road. ■ Salvatore Rutigliano, 43, of East Rockaway, was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance (Hydrocodone), unregistered vehicle and various other vehicle and traffic law violations on Merrick Road on Feb. 3 at 9:21 a.m. ■ On Feb. 3 at 11:40 a.m., Leins Barthe, 58, of Freeport, was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance (cocaine), aggravated unlicensed operation and various other vehicle and traffic law violations on Sunrise Highway. ■ At 4:46 p.m. on Feb. 3, Nicholas Mayfield, 38, of Holtsville, was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance (Adderall and Rital-
in), aggravated unlicensed operation, uninsured and uninspected vehicle and various other vehicle and traffic law violations on Peninsula Boulevard. ■ Chandradath Subnaik, 62, of Jamaica, Queens, was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated with a previous conviction, aggravated unlicensed operation and operating with no headlights on Horton Avenue on Feb. 3 at 6:22 p.m. ■ On Feb. 4 at 5:23 p.m., Elsie McComb, 20, of Brooklyn, was arrested and charged with petit larceny at Rite Aid, 400 Sunrise Highway. ■ At 1:55 p.m. on Feb. 5, Horace Myers, 45, of Jamaica, Queens, was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated unlicensed operation, failure to obey a traffic control device and various other vehicle and traffic law violations on Sunrise Highway.
Burglary ■ The owner of a diner at 401 Sunrise Highway reported on Feb. 22 that between 12:39 and 12:46 a.m., two unknown men broke the rear glass door to the establishment, entered the diner and drew graffiti on two interior doors. The total damage was about $1,900 and Lynbrook detectives are investigating the incident.
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.
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THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is twenty (20) years; the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after
the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years; FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall
be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village; FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and
SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum. DATED: February 15, 2022 John Giordano Village Clerk 129637
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Help Wanted ACCOUNTING COORDINATOR F/T Aries Global Logistics- a growing freight forwarder with its headquarters in Franklin Square, Long Island - has an immediate opening to work with our accounting team. Responsibilities include receivables, payables and data entry. This entry level position requires computer proficiency and excellent communication and organization skills. A wonderful opportunity for a new college graduate or someone pursuing their degree. Plese send resume to: marie.smart@ariesgl.com
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Richner Communications - a rapidly growing multimedia company and publishers of the Herald newspaper group has several administrative job openings: Receptionist (F/T), Accounts Receivable/Billing Collections Clerk Multi-Media Coordinator (Hours Flexible) Qualified candidates are fast learners with good organizational and people skills - entry level ok. Role requires working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn custom software programs. If you would like to join a communitydriven, fast-paced environment, please send your resume to: careers@liherald.com.
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HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR Richner Communications is looking for a hands-on Human Resources professional to oversee all HR functions on a strategic and tactical level. Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding Garden City, Long Island media company. This position has a flexible schedule, part-time job share would be considered. Responsibilities: Talent acquisition: Source, screen, and interview potential candidates and manage new employee onboarding Benefits administration: Liaise with brokers, providers and facilitate enrollment and updating of coverage. Manage annual open enrollment and employee benefits review. Administration of 401(k) plan. Employee relations: Provide day- today support and problem resolution in regards to employee concerns, questions and policy issues. Performance management: Coach, counsel and recommend disciplinary actions Compliance: Maintain indepth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance Payroll: Process biweekly payroll through payroll vendor for population of 150 employees Requirements: Bachelor's degree, preferably in business or HR, or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years HR generalist experience Knowledge of Federal, State & Local regulations governing employment Experience with payroll processing Self-motivated, ability to prioritize and work well under pressure Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion Excellent oral and written communication and quantitative skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: careers@liherald.com.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST F/T. Previous Experience a Must With Patient Check In, Collecting Copays, Verifying Insurance, Filing, EMR, and Appointment Scheduling. Back Duties Include Taking Vitals, Draw Blood, EKG's and Prep Room For Doctoer. Good Phone and Computer Skills. A Must. Located in Island Park. Call Jim Mgr. 516-670-8800. or Fax Resume to 516-670-8809. email wolfie65@verizon.net.
PRESS-ROOM/WAREHOUSE HELP Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME Pressroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for a motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com
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HEWLETT BA 1534 Broadway #103, BRAND NEW GUT RENOVATION! Spacious 2 BR, 2 Bth Condo in Luxurious Jonathan Hall. LR/DR Opens Into Large Gran/Wood EIK w/ Island & Stainless Steel Appl. Laundry Rm, & Pantry. Mstr Ste Boasts New Bath & Huge Walk in Closet. Terrace Facing into Courtyard. Doorman Bldg with Elevator. Indoor Garage Pkg & Storage...$850,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299
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N WOODMERE 39 Valley Lane N,BA, FIRST TIME ON THE Market! Updated 5 Bedroom ,4 Bth Arlington Colonial. 3300 Sq ft, This home Features an Entry Foyer, Step Down Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Family Rm w/ Fpl & Quartz/Wood EIK. 4 Bedrooms on Upper Level Include Master suite w/ Vaulted Ceiling, Skylit Bth w/ Jacuzzi, Terrace & WIC. Full Fin Bsmt. 2 Car Att Gar. SD#14..$1,279,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299 WOODMERE 2/20, REDUCED 16 Prospect Ave, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! 6 BR, 3.5 Bth Colonial on O/S Property in SD#15(Tree Streets). LR/Fpl, FDR,Den & Large Kosher Kit. 2 Car Det Gar....$1,599,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299
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Florida Real Estate 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 SqFt. 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 $359,000. Call David at 516-313-1550 SWCGRPMI@gmail.com
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to retire and sell. Our real estate agent told us they checked our permit records and it was never signed off. Although it’s a long story, our first contractor went to jail and destroyed our original permit papers. The second contractor never got a plumbing permit or electrical sign-offs, even though they had people do the work. Is this going to be a big problem to get everything signed off, because we want to sell within the year to take advantage of the market right now? What can you advise?
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think it’s finally time for Nassau County and me to kiss and make up. If you’ve read my columns over the past few years, you know I’m not particularly fond of the government, the infrastructure or the people out here. Four years after moving from my native Queens to East Meadow, I wrote a particularly scathing piece that I now wished I hadn’t. I want to admit now that I was wrong — or at least not in a position to be so judgmental at the time. The gist of the column was that NICK East Meadow — and Nassau CounBUGLIONE ty as a whole — stank. I complained about everything I could think of, from police to schools to sanitation. Growing up, I had been sold on the fact that Nassau County was better than Queens, I wrote at the time. The schools were stronger, the services were better and the streets were safer, I had been told. In the column, I whined that that was complete hogwash and, if I had my dru-
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thers, I’d move back to Queens. At the time, I had only lived in East Meadow for a few years. My kids were young. I was making less money. I was grumpier — although my wife, Jill, would say that I’m still pretty grumpy. No, Nassau County isn’t a utopia. But what county is? A decade after moving here, I am counting my blessings. First off, all four of our kids went to school in-person last year. If we still lived in Queens, they would have mostly learned remotely between September and June. As a teacher at a Queens high school, I see the deleterious effect that extra year of remote learning had on our students. But we largely dodged that in Nassau County. And our schools aren’t just good, they’re great. The other day, my 10-yearold, Adriana, was playing her saxophone for my dad. Impressed with her skill, he asked where she was learning to play. “In school,” I replied. I spent 12 years in parochial and public school in Queens, and after all that, I was able to play maybe a few notes on the recorder. I’ve heard Adriana’s elementary
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school band perform, and I would put them up against any high school band in Queens any day of the week. My 15-year-old stepson, Jake, decided this year that he wants to play football. But if we still lived in Queens, there’d be no guarantee that his school would even have a team. Meanwhile, my 18-year-old stepson, Nicolas, is AllCounty in cross-country, and will likely be All-County in wrestling, too. That’s partly due to the amazing coaching staff and sports programs we have here. If he wrestled on a city team, there’s a chance his coach may not have ever wrestled competitively. Elia, my 8-year-old, is still figuring out what she wants to do. She announced the other day she wanted to try field hockey. I love the fact that I was able to say, “Sure, hon. Whatever you want.” I don’t think they play field hockey in Queens. When I wrote that column that I now regret, I intimated the Nassau County police weren’t making the streets any safer here than the New York Police Department was in Queens. Not true. The cops out here do a great job.
had a lot of complaints in a long-ago column, and much of what I wrote was unfair.
About three years ago, I slipped off my stoop and cut my head pretty badly. Jill called 911. I was amazed at how fast we had two officers in my living room. It’s very reassuring to know there’s always a patrol nearby. While I escaped my life in Queens relatively unscathed, I was mugged at 11 and jumped and beaten up at 15. And those didn’t turn out to be isolated incidents. The high school I went to wasn’t the safest, and I had to be very careful where I ventured. I can count on one hand the number of times I ate lunch in the cafeteria. I probably used the restroom once in four years. Thank God my kids will never have to experience that. I also wrote that the Town of Hempstead sanitation guys often took their time plowing the streets after a snowstorm. But they did an amazing job of handling that blizzard a couple weeks back. I’m still not wild about the pizza in these parts, but I’m not above admitting that a lot of what I wrote in that column years ago was unfair. So, Nassau County, here’s your metaphorical smooch. I hope you’ll forgive me. Nick Buglione is a teacher, freelance journalist and former editor of the East Meadow Herald.
A nation divided by pandemic, or splintered?
arly in the coronavirus pandemic, it was easy to write off as stupid the folks who touted hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin as go-to Covid-19 treatments. Easy because the efficacy of those drugs was refuted by the best virologists in the world. It seemed obvious that people who denied the science of vaccine protection and masking were coming from a place of ignorance. They didn’t know better. As hundreds of RANDI thousands got sick KREISS and died, and the virus spread, many of us hoped people would change their minds and take the vaccine — not just for themselves, but also for the common good. But over these two years, there hasn’t been much of a learning curve. The antivaxxers stood firm. Many of them got Covid. An unthinkable number died. And still, people refuse to believe the simple scientific fact that vaccines keep people safer. When thousands of folks who were double-vaccinated and boosted started getting breakthrough cases of the Omi-
cron variant, that only reinforced the resistance among anti-vaxxers. Over time, some of us liberal-minded opinion writers tried to be less judgmental and more empathic. Maybe we could understand where the doubters were coming from. Many people had justifiable grievances: The rollouts were uneven, or the messaging was sometimes confusing. Fringe groups offered comfort in troubling times. Many of us engaged in intellectual gymnastics, trying to understand, to be patient and more tolerant of the resistance to vaccines and masks. Maybe we could bring the doubters along in time, we thought. We were wrong. We are now more than two years in, with more than 900,000 dead. This is what I know: What we are suffering in America today isn’t a break, it’s a compound fracture. There aren’t two opposing groups tugging at one another. It isn’t just people who get vaccinated and those who won’t. There are multiple splinters in this gaping wound — some sharp, some violent, some groups out for power, and some out for blood. Some people are ignorant: They don’t — or can’t — read the research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And they have lost faith in our gov-
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ernment. Another splinter is people who are not only ignorant about science, but put their faith in a former president and his acolytes. In their reality, the political supersedes all other considerations. MAGA folks think the Biden administration is out to get them. At one point, people were posting notes online urging relatives to go into hospitals and remove their family members who were being treated for Covid. “They are trying to kill us,” one post said. Sadly, many GOP officeholders are willing to traffic in lies to keep power. Then there is the splinter of smart, highly educated people who are shamelessly harnessing the suspicion among millions of our citizens to their own political ends. They know the vaccines work. They know masking protects against infection. But they challenge the necessary mandates. Think Ted Cruz, Ron DeSantis, Kellyanne Conway, Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, Lindsey Graham and Mitch McConnell. They are among the most reprehensible of the lot because they know better. Someone like Marjorie Taylor Greene, an anti-masker and a general nut case, is a splinter unto herself. In a recent infa-
hat we're suffering in the U.S. today isn't a break, it's a compound fracture.
mous speech, Greene said that Nancy Pelosi was using secret police in Congress, like the “gazpacho.” She meant “Gestapo,” of course, because she can never resist a Holocaust reference in her crazy accusations. If Donald Trump was and is a cancer in our American culture, then she is his metastasis. There are also splinters of responsible people who understand and support the coronavirus science, but still have reservations about boosters or inoculating little kids. Many are impatient with the slow progress toward even more targeted vaccines and better therapeutics. We forget that the development of the vaccines was an astonishing medical achievement. Everyone is fatigued after two years of isolation and stress. These varied splinters unite to one end: to challenge vaccines and protective masks. The resistance crosses social, educational and cultural lines. The saddest group, I think, is those who are uninformed and vulnerable. They reject the science and the advice of the experts because they are caught in a paralyzing spasm of paranoia and anger. They are being cruelly used by the most heartless group, the super-smart members of the Republican Party who are stepping over dead bodies in a rush toward 2024. Copyright 2022 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.
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ollow the science.” That phrase, and variations on it, have become ubiquitous during the coronavirus pandemic. Sadly, those words, summing up evolving medical information, have sparked suspicion among many, leaving them doubting — and even rejecting — the science we should depend on to guide us through the worst public health crisis in a century. Even as it appears to be fading. As the pandemic spread nearly two years ago, it became apparent that mask wearing would be crucial, amid what we learned was primarily an airborne threat, and given that we all wanted to return to “normal” as soon as possible. Once we understood that we were in for the long haul, we debated the efficacy of face coverings. What type worked best? When and where to don them? At work? At school? At the gym? At family gatherings? As case numbers rose and fell — and with them the accompanying recommendations and restrictions — our patience ebbed. When vaccines came onto the scene, many of us thought for sure we had seen the end of masks. New variants
changed that, but many people were simply fed up, as we have witnessed at heated school board meetings across the country, willing to cast the scientific consensus aside and join the rallying cry for “freedom” from covered faces. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman was eager to lead the effort locally, and his clash with Gov. Kathy Hochul’s school mask mandate has wound up in the courts. Meanwhile, as the Omicron variant has waned, other states have begun to loosen mask-wearing restrictions — this time, so many of us hope, for good. Hochul lifted her mask mandate for public places last week. Masks are still required in hospitals, nursing homes and on public transportation, according to the state, but that has only added to the continuing confusion that is an inevitable product of pandemic fatigue. Despite growing cries from parents to unmask their children, to say nothing of political pressure — several Republican members of New York’s congressional delegation sent Hochul a letter demanding she end the school mandate — the governor remains steadfast, following what her
office termed “factual public health data.” She is expected to make a decision on whether to continue requiring masks in schools on March 1. Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s chief medical adviser, told the Financial Times that in this phase of the pandemic, “decisions will increasingly be made on a local level rather than centrally decided or mandated.” As masks quickly disappear in our area, we should keep in mind that we live in one of the most crowded corners of the country, and those decisions should be guided by common sense — and, yes, science. Given all we’ve learned about how the virus spreads, and how quickly its statistical trends can change direction, abandoning mask-wearing altogether seems to fly in the face of both. Another phrase repeated often over the past two years is “with an abundance of caution.” We caution elected officials to keep the advice of our health experts in mind when making decisions that affect so many lives, especially when it is far from clear that a deadly virus is finished wreaking havoc with them.
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LETTERS It’s leadership, not propaganda, we need To the Editor: It’s 2022, but our government, state and federal, must have read G e o r g e O r we l l ’s “ N i n e t e e n Eighty-Four.” They have taken on the role of Big Brother, telling us what to do, i.e. masks and vaccinations. We are inundated by statistics about Covid, but no one talks about the psychological damage done to all the children wearing masks, especially the preschoolers who have not yet developed language skills. Scientists have predicted damage done to our environment by pollution and stress climate control, but can they predict the long-range effects on children of the Covid vaccinations? We are regarded as a cultured and civilized society, but our elected officials have done a poor job of protecting and upholding our rights. Crime, as well as racial prejudice, is off the charts, and our officials have turned a blind eye and a deaf ear. Shouldn’t they be accountable?
Propaganda is a dangerous weapon, and it’s being used again. Since we are still able to live in a free society, we must speak up. The world looks to the U.S. as a strong, powerful leader. Let’s not be a disappointment. PAT KING Merrick
Where’s the outrage? To the Editor: In the past two weeks we have laid to rest two heroes of the New York Police Department who were murdered in Harlem. Officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora were gunned down by a crazed
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lost my father six years ago. Of the painful dealings I’ve faced in my life up until now, nothing has quite compared to that searing loss. The news of his death had to cross an ocean to reach me. I was in New York. He was in a hospice in Ecuador, battling stomach cancer until his last breath. We never had a proper goodbye. My father’s untimely death has been brought into sharper focus by the departure of another significant man in my life, the Herald Community NewJUAN papers’ executive editor, Scott BrinLASSO ton. After 28 years here, Scott has moved on to his next adventure, teaching full-time at Hofstra University this spring before beginning a long-term research project. Scott’s hands were full this past year, training and guiding a new crop of young journalists — including me. It’s hard to imagine the editorial team without him. He was not only my boss, but also my mentor. I came to the Herald from Columbia University, with a degree in creative writing and political science. With no journalism training, I banked on the
strength of my writing to get my foot in the door. And Scott took a chance on me, swinging that door wide open. His first order was that I head to the public library for a copy of Carole Rich’s dazzlingly comprehensive “Writing and Reporting the News: A Coaching Method.” It’s a crash course for fledgling journalists on how to report and write the news, and Rich’s fierce clarity on the subject hooked me. I absorbed everything I could from the book, but that was only the beginning. The real work of journalism began as a form of personal transformation: Turning myself into a community reporter in Valley Stream, where I’d never set foot, let alone lived. I did it by talking to people, taking in the scenery, breathing the air, and immersing myself in the issues people care about — and doing it all amid the time crunch of weekly story deadlines. But before I could become an identifiable — and, I hope, trusted — figure in the community, I was the new kid on the block. It was brutal at first. But while I toiled and sweated, slammed against walls, and had doors slam on me, Scott was always my anchor and guiding compass.
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LETTERS criminal in a situation that the defund-the-police crowd would have wanted to send a social worker into. Six members of the NYPD have been shot so far this year. One was shot execution-style on New Year’s Day, while sleeping in his car in East Harlem after working New Year’s Eve. My question to everyone who climbed aboard the defund-the-police bandwagon is, where is the outrage? How can you possibly muster up outrage for the death of George Floyd, where the crime and punishment were handled swiftly through our court system, and turn a blind eye to what is happening to the brave people of law enforcement? To show how high up the Democratic food chain the disrespect goes, President Biden did not attend the funeral for Rivera, even though he had a planned trip to New York City to speak to Mayor Eric Adams about crime. In my estimation, tough Joe is a coward when it comes to confronting the radical left of his own party. Scores of thou-
Humane, relaxed and easygoing, he helped me navigate the terrain of a profession he’s known most of his adult life. When I faltered or overstepped my bounds, I dusted myself off and got back in the trenches with him. Scott never took his eyes off the story. The story mattered most. I learned by his example. And things got better. I’m not, at least not willfully, looking for paternal substitutes in the men around me. But I couldn’t help but see the similarities to a father-son relationship in the interactions between Scott and me. I couldn’t help thinking of him as approximating — no matter how incidentally or innocuously — a second father. In these times, a son rarely has the chance to get lost in his dad’s world. And the grimmer fact is that millions of men in America grow up without a father. The quality of father-son bonding also seems to have depreciated. I’m not talking about the everyday guy-bonding stuff, like sitting with Pops on the couch and watching a game. I’m talking about being at his side in the midst of his work — engaging with all your senses in an endeavor the old man treasures or excels in. Sons need those moments to learn how Dad operates in the arena of life and possibly, hopefully,
discover kernels of insight — no matter how small or imperfect — to help them confidently move about in this chaotic and messy world. Especially when Dad is no longer there. That father-son sharing is a priceless gift. I wish I could have spent more time with my father. I think many men have the same wish. But he is gone, and the lessons he learned and the mistakes he made that he shared with me remain treasures to me. There is no second try at fatherhood. There is also great danger, I suspect, in making father figures out of the more experienced, admired and trusted men around us. We risk getting lost in their shadows, modeling ourselves after them instead of forging our own way. Scott Brinton leaves behind a towering volume of exceptional work, the product of a passion for community journalism. He has also, like a true teacher and friend, cultivated a team of journalists who are equipped to carry on the good fight: to articulate truth, to serve the communities we cover, and to see the humanity in the stories we have the privilege of telling. He has been a blessing in my life, and I bid him a fond goodbye and much joy in his next journey. Farewell, Captain. Juan Lasso is the editor of the Valley Stream Herald. Comments about this column? Jlasso@liherald.com.
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sands of people in our country died of fentanyl poisoning last year, from a drug that is made in China and being smuggled through our porous southern border, and no outrage. Children are being killed by stray bullets in our crimeinfested inner cities, and there's no outrage. If you can only muster outrage whenever you can inject race into an equation for political gain, you are the major problem in our great nation. How did that guilt donation to Black Lives Matter work out for you? To the “woke” who are allowing all this carnage to occur while sitting in your safe, secure house/condo/ apartment, I have a message. To p a r a p h r a s e Wi n s t o n Churchill, an appeaser is one who feeds a crocodile, hoping it will eat him last. If you keep pushing to defund the police and allow district attorneys not to prosecute crimes, that crocodile will be knocking down your door. TOM O’CONNOR North Bellmore
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