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Spring musical season was in full swing this March. Students brought the emotional story of “Aida” to Malverne, and West Hempstead students captured audiences with their performance of “Mamma Mia!” More photos, Page 3.
In one of the most segregated counties in the entire country, high school students from Malverne, Uniondale and across Nassau came together to discuss the everyday disparities they feel, and ways their generation will work to overcome them.
The Long Island Leaders of Tomorrow Summit last Friday, organized by ERASE Racism — a nonprofit organization committed to eliminating racism and promoting equity — invited over a hundred students from various districts to SUNY Old Westbury for an in-depth conversation about racism, class, and the solutions they want to see.
“What today does is allow students to identify
areas that they can work with their teachers and school leaders to shift some of those biases,” said Erase Racism’s director, Laura Harding.
The day started with breakfast and a conversation surrounding structural racism in their schools and communities.
“You’re the generation that is going to fix the things that my generation and the generations before mine destroyed,” Danielle Lee told the room full of students. Lee is an associate dean, assistant professor of English, and the director of social and environmental justice institute at Old Westbury.
Lee stressed not just the importance of events such as last week’s summit for the young students who attended, but also stressed the importance of having these students see role models
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More and more women are becoming local leaders and elected officials — and many of them are coming from right here in Malverne and West Hempstead.
“What I see as a woman in politics is that it’s really kind of changing now,” Lori Lang, a trustee of Malverne village, said. “Women are seeing that, ‘OK, you can do this.’”
“I think we should have a balance of men and women,” State Sen. Patricia CanzoneriFitzpatrick said. “I think things are moving in the right direction.”
WWomen and Politics and Pew Research Center. Women make up 30 percent of the state legislature; only a quarter of all mayors are women; women make up 29 percent of Congress, which is a record high.
The lack of visible women in politics may be a factor — whether consciously or subconsciously — that fewer young women consider politics a viable career. That lack of representation is compounded for women of color.
omen do so much of the busy, behindthe-scenes work in every organization you look at
loRI lANG Malverne village trustee
In the 102 years since Malverne village has existed, only seven women have sat on the board. Three women have ever run for mayor. That lack of women in forward-facing leadership roles is seen in every level of government across the country, according to the Center for American
“I took AP U.S. Government, and I just didn’t connect with the class,” Assembly Taylor Darling, who represents Lakeview, said. “Because there was no one in the books that looked like me. It just seemed so unattainable and exhausting, and it seemed expensive. It didn’t seem like an avenue for me.”
“It’s a matter of seeing,” she added. “Seeing is believing.”
Now, Darling said, she’s tell-
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Spring musical season was in full swing this March. Students brought the emotional story of “Aida” to Malverne, and West Hempstead students captured audiences with their performance of “Mamma Mia!”
“Aida” tells the story of the eponymous character Aida, a Nubian princess captured by Egyptian forces, whose ensuing romance with army captain Radames is a journey of tumult and tragedy. The high school cast delivered powerful vocals in numbers like “The Gods Love Nubia” and “Like Father, Like Son,” backed by the talents of the pit orchestra.
Audiences were enraptured by West Hempstead High School students’ performance of “Mamma Mia!” The comedy follows the newly-engaged Sophie as she tries to figure out which of her mother’s three summer romances is her birth father. The jukebox musical features the hits of ‘70s Swedish pop group Abba, including crowd pleasers like “Dancing Queen,” “Honey, Honey,” and, of course, “Mamma Mia.”
Both musicals were brought alive by the talents of their stage crews, who were responsible for the sets, sound and lighting that took the performances to the next level.
The origins of ‘Aida’ date back to a 19th century opera by Verdi, and was revived in a 1998 Broadway retelling with music by Elton John.
Photos courtesy Malverne school district
Malverne students took on the Tony award-winning musical ‘Aida,’ with music by Elton John.
Sue Grieco/Herald photos ‘Mama Mia!’ tells the story of a young woman searching for her birth father before her wedding day.
In ‘Aida,’ students explored the intricacies of love, responsibility and power dynamics through the story of Aida and Radames.
Students’ performance of ‘Mamma Mia!’ expertly balanced the musical’s humor and its heartfelt emotional journey.
West Hempstead students sang the Abba hits of the musical-turned-movie, ‘Mamma Mia!’
Last weekend, neighbors across West Hempstead and Uniondale got to witness a heartwarming and captivating dance show with the theme of talent and companionship.
The star performers? Three golden retrievers named George, Gabby, and James, who danced their way into the hearts of everyone present alongside their talented partner, Diana Frohman, on the stage at the Uniondale public library on Saturday, March 16.
The performance showcased the remarkable bond between humans and their furry friends, even through the art of dance. As the music filled the air with iconic tunes like “New York, New York” and “Rainbow Connection,” the audience was treated to a spectacle unlike anything they’ve ever seen.
Diana Frohman’s choreography, combined with the enthusiasm and agility of George, Gabby, and James, created moments of pure delight and straight-up laughter. The synchronized movements, playful interactions, and graceful twirls of the dancing dogs left the crowd in awe, applause, and tears.
Throughout the show, George, Gabby, and James showcased a wide range of dance routines, from graceful waltzes to upbeat jigs, demonstrating their remarkable agility and obedience. The bond
Gabby, one of the three Golden Retrievers, getting ready to play the drums in front of the crowd.
between Diana Frohman and her canine partners was evident in every step, reflecting hours of training and dedication to perfecting their performances.
As the final notes of the music faded away, the applause echoed throughout the library, signaling the end of a truly enchanting show. The dancing dogs not
Tim Baker/Herald photos
The Uniondale library hosted Diana Frohman, center, alongside her three highly talented Golden Retrievers, last weekend for a captivating dance show where they stole the hearts of this community through barks and dance moves.
only brought smiles to faces but also celebrated the special connection we share with our four-legged friends.
Diana Frohman’s passion for dancing with her beloved golden retrievers shone brightly throughout the show, cre-
ating a magical experience that transcended the ordinary.
Audience members of all ages were thrilled to watch these furry friends showcase their talents.
James, one of the three dancing Golden Retrievers who danced at Saturday’s show, getting in a prayer before his performance.
ing every little girl to consider a job in government. Lang is as well — watching her mother, Cathay Hunt, become Malverne’s second-ever female mayor was deeply impactful to her, and showed Lang how possible it was for women to get involved in local politics.
“I think because it’s a field that’s been so predominantly men, I think it’s important for young girls to see women do this,” Lang said. “It’s important to show young girls that you can get up, you can speak in public, you can give back to the community and you can have an expertise in something that complements the board.”
Laura Ryder — who represents parts of Malverne, Lynbrook and Rockville Centre on the Hempstead Town Board after serving as a trustee of Lynbrook — found that politics makes it possible to give more support to charitable efforts, and try to make sure neighbors’ thoughts and concerns are truly being heard.
“The concept behind politics is really just to serve your community, to listen to your constituents,” Ryder said. “If I can help those people and fix their problems and make things better, I get a great sense of personal satisfaction out of that.”
But it’s difficult for women to find their political niches when they must overcome additional hurdles to get there. The obstacle most universally faced by women, it seems, is the balancing act they must perform between their jobs and their families.
“Women multitask on multiple levels,” CanzoneriFitzpatrick said. “I’ve got my law practice going, I’ve got my kids, I’m a senator, I’m a friend, I’m a daughter, I’m a sister. There’s a million different hats that I wear, and there’s a lot of things that go on, and it is tough to
juggle them all.”
Many male politicians are parents too — but the split in domestic labor isn’t quite the same, which is another barrier for women entering politics, according to a report by the American University.
“Generally speaking, women are the ones that man-
age the home,” Ryder said, “and manage a schedule, and take care of the kids, and run the house. Generally, that’s on the woman. And women who work, and women who are in politics, it adds another layer onto the responsibilities of women.”
Interestingly enough, women aren’t only carrying out that vital behind-the-scenes work at home, but in the workforce too.
“The reality is women do so much of the busy, behind-the-scenes work in every organization you look at,” Lang said. “Whether it be Village Hall, you can go in there and see almost the entire staff is female; whether it be a local parish, almost the entire staff is female. But the pastor is a male.
“I think women should be encouraged to be the face of an organization, the face of a board.”
And when women step into those visible roles, they show the next generation what’s possible.
“I do really think women have a different perspective than men,” Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick said. “And I think it’s great to have both perspectives in government.”
“I love the ability to voice my concerns, make suggestions, and having a voice in the process,” she added.
“Diversity is excellence,” Darling said. “Because it means that there are voices, and we’re considering a lot of different perspectives. And I think that we can look at it almost like a stew — the more layers you have in a stew, the richer and the more robust the experience.”
Young women who are interested in learning more about local government, or even coordinating an internship, can contact Lori Lang at LLang@MalverneVillage.org.
An advocacy group determined to save local news in New York rallied in Albany in an effort to bring more lawmakers to their cause.
The Empire State Local News Coalition — a statewide advocacy group of more than 150 local news outlets — joined elected officials at the state capital last week to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act.
OThe bill — sponsored by state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner — is intended to provide tax credits to local news outlets that employ journalists in their communities. HoylmanSigal joined the rally, along with colleagues like Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, state Sen. Monica Martinez, and Assemblyman David Weprin.
ur local papers are here. They are objective. They provide information. And we need to preserve that.
MICHAELLE SOLAGES Assemblywoman“This is a full-blown crisis,” HoylmanSigal told those who gathered for the rally in the halls of the capital building. “We live in a deliberative democracy. That means our voters need to be informed to make wise choices. How are they informed? Largely through local news.”
The senate included the Local Journalism Sustainability Act in its One House budget resolution, which organizers describe as a major sign of the bill’s growing support in the legislature.
Both the senate and the Assembly release preliminary One House budgets in response to the governor’s own preliminary budget, which was released earlier this year. The state’s final budget is due April 1, and policies in the final budget almost always must be in one of the three preliminary budgets.
“It is time that New York state steps up and supports one of the most important industries — not just to our economic well-being, but to our democracy,” Hoylman-Sigal said. “The Local Journalism Sustainability Act, which is part of the senate One House budget, will assist in that regard.”
The rally was intended to signal growing pressure on lawmakers to offer much-needed benefits to the local news industry, which has experienced a significant downturn over the past two decades.
The state has lost hundreds of newspapers since 2004, resulting in the loss of not only thousands of jobs, but also thousands of stories that helped keep communities informed. In fact, there are a growing number of communities with little to no access to local newspaper coverage, according to coalition officials. More than a dozen New York counties are down to just one newspaper.
Capped at $20 million statewide, the Local Journalism Sustainability Act is a bill with bipartisan support that provides payroll tax credits for the employment of local news journalists.
News organizations would receive a 50 percent refundable tax credit against the first $50,000 of each newsroom employee’s salary — up to $200,000 per outlet.
The benefit would be limited to print and online newspapers and broadcasters, with 100 employees or less, that cover local community news. This, sup-
porters say, ensures that only truly local news outlets will qualify for this assistance.
“Someone once said that ‘newspapers are the textbooks of democracy, and the lifeblood of freedom,’ and that’s a responsibility newsrooms like ours take very seriously,” said Michael Hinman, executive editor of Herald Community Newspapers, which employs more than 30 journalists across 24 newspapers on Long Island and in New York City.
“Communities depend on their local newspaper, because there is nowhere
else you’re going to get the news about and for your neighborhood, written by someone who knows your neighborhood. Time and time again, it’s been proven that the best communities in America are communities with a strong, local newspaper. And if we don’t do something now, those great communities will be lost to history.”
But in order for this particular bill to move forward, it needs to be supported not just by the senate, but also by the Assembly and by Gov. Kathy Hochul, so that it is included in the final state budget.
“The fight to save local news is a fight to save our democracy,” said Zachary Richner, founder of the Empire State Local News Coalition and director of Richner Communications — the parent company of Herald Community Media.
“Hometown newspapers deliver the hyperlocal updates and investigations necessary to sustain a community’s civic and financial well-being. As local news declines, critical stories are lost, and communities become more polarized.
“We’re proud to have the senate’s support, and we call on Gov. Hochul and the Assembly to support this industry-saving bill and protect critical newsroom jobs.”
Michaelle Solages says she’ll continue to push for the bill’s inclusion in the final state budget with her colleagues in the Assembly.
“We’re continuing our work on Long Island making sure the local story — the story that matters to individual New Yorkers — are heard,” Solages said. “But we really need to make sure we are investing into our community, investing into local journalism, and combatting this growing social media that is spreading misinformation.
“Our local papers are here. They are objective. They provide information. And we need to preserve that.”
The Hofstra baseball team missed out on a chance to defend its conference title last year and is fueled for a return to the championship stage in late May this spring.
After reaching the NCAA Tournament for the first time in program history during a magical 2022 season, the Pride bats were driven back to earth in 2023 with an eighth-place finish that left the team just short of qualifying for its league’s sixteam double-elimination tournament held Memorial Day weekend.
This season the Pride were picked ninth in the 12 team Coastal Athletic Association and is looking to prove the doubters wrong to have an opportunity to once again compete for the conference’s automatic bid into the NCAAs.
“We got off to a slow start and then towards the end of the season we started playing better and we just missed out on making the tournament,” said third-year Hofstra head coach Frank Catalanotto, a former 14-year Major League Baseball player from 1997 to 2010 with the Detroit Tigers, Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays, Milwaukee Brewers and New York Mets. “It’s a motivating factor for not only the coaching staff, but also for the student athletes to be ready to play these games.”
Hofstra began the 2024 season with two narrow losses to then 14th-ranked Virginia before taking two of three from Liberty and New Mexico on the road the following two weekends. The Pride entered the start of CAA with two close losses at Columbia and Fordham.
Senior catcher Matt Pelcher, a Merrick native, has emerged as one of Hofstra’s leading hitters this season with a .328 average entering the CAA schedule. Pelcher, who played high school baseball at the prestigious IMG Academy in Florida, hit a home run in an 10-8 season-opening loss at Virginia and went 3-for-4 in a narrow 3-2 defeat at St. John’s on March 8.
“He’s made big strides with his swing and has really bought into what we’ve been teaching,” said Catalanotto of
Pelcher, who registered an RBI double in Hofstra’s 12-8 loss at Columbia on March 19. “He’s a big part of what we do and his versatility helps us out quite a bit.”
Pelcher is among four starters hitting above .300, including sophomore Dylan Palmer at a team-leading .450 starting the conference schedule. He earned Second Team All-CAA and CAA All-Rookie honors as a freshman. Senior outfielder Alex McCoy and graduate student third baseman Santino Ross are also shining offensively so far with .364 and .386 batting averages, respectively.
Catalanotto is also hoping two of his other top hitters, Will Kennedy and Steve Harrington, can produce during the CAA schedule after hitting slumps in March.
The pitching staff is led by senior Michael O’Hanlon, who recorded seven strikeouts in a 9-1 victory against Manhattan College on March 15. O’Hanlon
has stepped into the ace role after serving as the closer the last two years.
The Pride has a number of pitching options out of the bullpen including Rockville Centre native Danny Kelleher, a former South Side High School standout who tossed three scoreless innings in a 9-6 loss at New Mexico on March 3. Catalanotto is hoping Kelleher can continue to make strides on the mound and live up to his full potential.
“He’s been doing a good job and he’s gotten much better from last year,” Catalanotto said of Kelleher. “He’s throwing a lot of two seam fastballs that sink and also a good change-up so he’s keeping the ball down and getting ground balls.”
Another local arm on the roster is freshman Nick Apollo, who earned All-
County accolades at Seaford High School last year and led the Vikings to a county title. The versatile Apollo, who Catalanotto sees potential in for a strong future, received playing time at first base in a 17-6 loss to Manhattan on March 16.
Hofstra travels to longtime CAA foe Towson this weekend before hosting Delaware in another critical three-game conference series from April 5-7. The CAA regular schedule concludes at home against Monmouth on May 18 before the conference tournament commences from May 22-28 at UNC-Wilmington.
“It’s a really tough conference,” Catalanotto said of the CAA, which added last year’s 22nd-ranked team Campbell this season. “We are going to have to bring our best every single game.”
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and people who look like them as leaders within the summit itself.
“If it is about us, but doesn’t include us, then it is not really about us,” Lee said, “and that goes for everything.”
Lee also told students that though they come from many different places, to “listen to each other,” because they all might be going through similar things.
And she was right. Students from districts Malverne and Uniondale compared their experiences of being Black and Brown in the two communities, comparing experiences, expectations, the demographics of people they see everyday, and the resources available to them.
“Having to go through metal detectors everyday to get into school would make me feel like a criminal,” said Jayden, a student from Malverne high school who attended the summit, after learning of the security measures in place at Uniondale’s high school.
Although there were stark differences in some experiences between the two communities, all of the students felt they had the shared experience of dealing with structural racism in their everyday lives. Despite Malverne being 70 percent white, the district’s minority enrollment makes up about 80 percent of the student body, with almost half of all students identifying as “economical-
ly disadvantaged,” according to New York state data.
Most students from Malverne village, according to multiple sources, attend private schools over the public school in the community. According to private school review, at least 25 percent of residents in Malverne village send their children to private schools.
“We’re from Malverne, so we know
the consequences of getting rid of DEI,” said one student who asked not to be identified. That student believes that without initiatives like diversity, equity and inclusion, students such as themselves and others who look like them, may be overlooked throughout their community, which they believe is already a common thread.
On top of important, eye-opening
conversations, students also learned about the five R’s of “real integration,” which was created by students in New York City. These R’s include resources, relationships, restorative justice, representation, and an end to the racial and socioeconomic segregation within the school districts.
Students also attended an educational workshop, giving them the choice between financial education, economic work development, tips and tricks with the college application process, a workshop on outreach and advocacy as well as explaining how to run for office, and even a workshop for the chaperones, discussing adult advocacy.
Also making an appearance at the summit was Assembly member Taylor Darling, who spoke to students and tried to ignite further inspiration for them to continue to be “catalysts for change.”
“Long Island is very segregated,” Darling said. “We’re dealing with a disproportionate distribution of funds and resources. “We shouldn’t be able to dictate or know who lives in what community based on what we see on the outside, and that is happening very comfortably on Long Island.”
“Racism is very present today in American society,” said Emily, a Uniondale High School student. But she believes, along with the rest of the students in attendance, they will be the generation to end these disparities.
Brandon Cruz/HeraldRabbi Emeritus Barry Dov Schwartz, of Congregation B’nai Sholom-Beth David, recently spent a week in Israel, near the Gaza border, as part of a goodwill mission sponsored by the Israel Law Center.
“It was exhausting, sad and exhilarating,” Schwartz told the Herald. “It will take me weeks to process and absorb everything I experienced.”
Schwartz, 83, led the Rockville Centre synagogue for 37 years before retiring in 2010. He published a memoir, “A Man of Spirit,” in 2022, based on his experiences working alongside a Nazi hunter, marching for civil rights in Washington and serving as a chaplain during the Vietnam War.
When you see it and witness it, it’s altogether differentBARRy SchWAR tz Rabbi emeritus, Congregation B’nai Sholom-Beth David
On his trip, he visited several places that were attacked by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7.
“They had planned this for years, to attack and infiltrate the kibbutzim,” Schwartz said. “When you see it and witness it, it’s altogether different.”
He visited four communities — Sderot, Be’eri, Kfar Aza and Nirim — that were targeted by Hamas during the earlymorning attacks.
“We saw what they did,” Schwartz said. “How they ransacked and bombed our homes.”
The attacks claimed the lives of at least 1,200 people, who were massacred in their homes, on the streets and at the Nova Music Festival. The attacks, which included numerous missile strikes, were a coordinated assault that took place during Simchat Torah — an annual Jewish holiday following the festival of Sukkot, which marks the beginning of a new cycle of Torah readings — and resulted in the capture of more than 250 hostages.
During his week-long mission, Schwartz saw the impact of the attacks up close. He visited the kibbutzim where Hamas terrorists killed dozens of people. He walked through one of the tunnels used to infiltrate border cities. He saw a police station near the border that was destroyed by terrorists intent on disabling efforts by law enforcement to respond.
Schwartz said that after seeing the impact of the attacks up close, he could not believe that there are so many people in the United States protesting against the victims.
“Many want to reward the enemy for what they did,” Schwartz said. “I know how Israelis feel. They feel alone. They feel isolated. I wanted to show them there are people who care.”
He explained that since there are so many men and women serving in the Israel Defense Forces, there have been shortages in the workforce. That’s why Schwartz and others volunteered to spend an entire afternoon in the fields, picking avocados and Clementine oranges.
“All the time we heard bombings,” he said. “When the red siren went off, you only had 15 seconds to get into a safe area.”
Months after the attacks, Schwartz said, the Israeli people are simply trying to get back to life as usual. Stores are beginning to open again and people are going back to work once more.
“Some might think that the Israelis are angry,” he said. “They’re not. They just want to live their lives. If anything, they’re angry at themselves for not being more vigilant.”
Throughout his mission, Schwartz carried a bag filled with more than 200 letters, written by Rockville
Centre children and adults, which he gave to Israeli soldiers and citizens.
“They asked me if I would distribute them,” he said. “You never thought a letter from a stranger
would be received so enthusiastically.”
One soldier, he recounted, was so taken with the gesture that he affixed his letter to his tank. Schwartz took the letters everywhere he went, even to a hospital where he visited wounded IDF soldiers.
The mission was organized by the Israel Law Center, an organization that fights terrorism in the courts by bringing lawsuits against those who support violent acts and warfare. The group comprises Jews and non-Jews across the United States, some of whom made the trip to show their support.
At each stop, they heard from a number of people about the attacks, and each night, at their hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, they took part in panel discussions with lawyers, journalists and other experts.
“It was very emotionally straining,” Schwartz said. “At the same time, it was beautiful to see the Israeli people united and full of love.”
During one presentation, he recalled, a woman described how her son was killed by friendly fire. She said that she had no hatred in her heart, and that there are friendly-fire incidents in every war. Instead, she suggested that people embrace one another and respond with more love.
“The main concern of every Israeli, no matter what the political nuances,” Schwartz said, “is to get those hostages home.”
He said that in Tel Aviv, people have set up a long table with place settings for the roughly 130 hostages still being held in Gaza, in the hope that they will soon come home and eat with their families once more.
Despite the sadness of his trip, Schwartz said, it was important for him to bear witness to what was happening in Israel, and to show support and goodwill.
“I really don’t know what the solution is,” he said. “The world has to remember we didn’t start the war … because right now there is too much going against the victims and not against the perpetrators.”
Photos courtesy Rabbi Barry Schwartz Schwartz delivered more than 200 letters from Long Island congregants and children to soldiers in the IDF. Schwartz meeting with Peter Lerner, an IDF spokesman and a journalist.
Catherine Laudone, a former Cornwell Avenue School student and now a published author, visited third graders in West Hempstead on March 1.
A former student of Mrs. Barbara Silkes, Laudone shared her new book, “She Kept Dancing,” with Silkes’ class. The book, which was co-authored with Syd-
ney Mesher, shares Mesher’s true story of overcoming adversities to become the first Radio City Rockette with a visible disability.
Laudone told the third graders about her experience becoming an author. She also shared a signed copy of her book with the class.
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Happy Easter to you and your families! Thank you for your love for the inspired Word of God. Thank you for your love for the Resurrection appearances of our Lord in this Easter season and the way your lives are set on fire in your meditation and contemplation of these mysteries.
Thank you for your fidelity to the Eucharist and the Sunday Mass and your Catholic spirit of evangelization. Thank you for being instruments of Eucharistic Revival.
In The Joy of the Gospel, Pope Francis states:
storms of history” and we rely on the Risen Lord and his glorified wounds to touch the wounds in Ukraine, the Middle East, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Armenia and Azerbaijan, the region of the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and Sudan, as well as Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan and so many other troubled areas of the world. We ask the Risen Lord and his glorified wounds to touch the wounds experienced in our own country.
“Christ’s resurrection is not an event of the past; it contains a vital power which has permeated the world. Where all seems to be dead, signs of the resurrection suddenly spring up. It is an irresistible force...Each day in our world beauty is born anew, it rises transformed through the storms of history ... Such is the power of the resurrection, and all who evangelize are instruments of that power.” (276)
We continue to live through “the
In The Everlasting Man, G.K. Chesterton captured the power of our Lord’s Resurrection experienced in the cycles of history. He wrote: “Christendom has had a series of revolutions and in each one of them Christianity has died. Christianity has died many times and risen again; for it had a God who knew the way out of the grave.”
This Easter and every Easter we celebrate this Everlasting Man who knew his way out of the grave and who invites us and the Catholic Church on Long Island to a great Resurrection.
Sincerely yours in the Risen Lord, Most Reverend John O. Barres
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The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium is starting to take form in Eisenhower Park.
The temporary 34,000-seat venue will serve as one of the hosting locations for the 2024 International Cricket Council Men’s T20 World Cup, set to take place this June in locations that also include Florida, Texas and the West Indies. And Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman emphasized Eisenhower Park’s involvement by joining ICC officials and renowned professional cricketers at a parade last week to officially bring the World Cup’s trophy “home.”
The trophy was displayed underneath an American flag arch, set up by the East Meadow Fire Department, and escorted by the Nassau County Police Department, dozens of emergency vehicles, bagpipers, and the county’s mounted unit to the stadium site.
“We are in the process of constructing this beautiful stadium that will be here for the duration of the tournament,” Blakeman said. “It’s going to be a great venue for everybody to enjoy cricket. There’ll be so many countries that will be here with their teams — we will have fans from all over the world.”
Eight games are slated for Nassau over the course of 12 days. Eisenhower Park will actually host one of the most highly anticipated games of the tournament — India vs. Pakistan — which both consistently fielding some of the best cricketers in the game.
The Cricket World Cup is the third-most popular sporting event across the globe, only behind the FIFA World Cup and the Tour de France.
“We call it the Super Bowl on steroids,” Blakeman said.
The stadium was designed by Populous, an architec-
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the initial ballot,” Geoff Allardice, the ICC’s chief executive said. “I’m delighted to confirm today that we’ve worked closely with our partners to release more tickets to 51 of the 55 games of the event.”
For those unable to purchase tickets, Blakeman says the county will set up watch parties in various locations details of which will be announced at a later date.
Allardice also thanked the county and Blakeman for their support, saying the ICC had “found a true partner” that supports the council’s “vision and ambition.” The stadium had originally been planned for the Bronx, but moved to Nassau County after considerable resistance from neighbors surrounding Van Cortlandt Park there.
“It’s fantastic to stand here today and see our vision come to life,” Allardice said.
Ali Khan, a Pakistani-born American cricketer who plays for the United States, says he’s excited about returning home for the upcoming games.
“It’s really good to be here in Nassau County this morning — good to see all the people coming out,” Khan said. “We cannot wait to take the field here.”
Team USA will compete against India on June 12 in Eisenhower.
ture firm also responsible for creating Yankee Stadium, Citi Field and the UBS Arena, among others. The initiative is privately funded, and the stadium is being built in the open space behind the park’s aquatic center, adjacent to Field 6.
Tickets for games have been hard to obtain, but ICC officials say fans may still be able to secure some.
“The levels of interest in being part of the event are huge, with more than 3 million ticket applications in
saving legal fees and taxes.
Step Three: Reviewing Existing Estate Planning Documents: Not having been prepared by an elder law estate planning attorney, clients’ documents rarely have adequate provisions to take advantage of the many benefits the law provides for our aging population. Wills instead of trusts have often been prepared either because the client was considerably younger and a trust was not needed or a trust was needed but the general practice lawyer was unfamiliar with the specifics of preparing a trust.
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Step Five: Executing and Maintaining the Plan. Legal documents are explained and executed, assets are retitled and beneficiaries on assets changed in keeping with planning objectives. The client is called in to the law firm every three years to ensure the plan meets the client’s current wishes and conforms with any law changes.
“That’s going to be a huge game for us as a host country,” Khan said. “I wish (that) a lot of people come, especially local supporters. Get your tickets now and come support your home team, Team USA.”
As part of county’s negotiations with the ICC, the stadium will be disassembled after the tournament, but the state-of-the-art cricket field will be left in place, along with practice facilities in Cantiague Park in Hicksville.
Local cricket teams and leagues will be able to use the fields when the tournament ends.
“Cricket,” Blakeman said, “is here forever now.”
Austin Chen made the New York State Elks Lodge No. 1 proud with his performance at the state level of the Elks’ annual Hoop Shoot. Chen, in the 8-9 year old division, came in second place overall — and was only one point behind the first place winner.
The final round, in Camillus, New York, came down to a very close shoot-out — Chen made an impressive 22 of his 25 shots. He received a runner-up medaland second place trophy from District Deputy Brian Steckler, John Nuzzi, the grand exalted ruler, and Paul Schneller, the exalted ruler.
New York State Elks Lodge No. 1 services veterans from Malverne, Lakeview, West Hempstead, Lynbrook and the surrounding areas.
On top of that, Chen received a certificate from Lisa Moldovan, the liaison for Lynbrook Village, on behalf of Mayor Alan Beach and the Board of Trustees.
Chen won the lodge, district and regional levels of the Hoops Shoot, and beat many contenders at the state level to take the silver medal home to Elks Lodge No. 1.
The Lodge, they said, is looking forward to cheering Chen on when he participates next year as well.
Photos courtesy Elks Lodge No. 1 Austin Chen came in 2nd the Elks Lodge Hoops Shoot’s state level, beating many other contenders and bringing home the silver medal.
Rabbi Art Vernon, left, was named president of the Long Island Board of Rabbis. He received a plaque from Edward Freeberg and Gary Click honoring Jewish war veterans.
Rabbi Art Vernon, of Congregation Shaaray Shalom, in West Hempstead, is officially the president of the Long Island Board of Rabbis.
Commander Gary Glick and Edward Freeberg, of the Jewish War Veterans Post 652, presented a plaque to Vernon during his inauguration at Shaaray Shalom. The original plaque is at Arlington National Cemetery.
The plaque honors Jewish Rabbis, or Chaplains, who were killed during World War II, the Korean War or the Vietnam War. Vernon knew one of the Jewish Chaplains killed during the Vietnam War.
The plaque is part of a legacy that goes with holding the office of president of the Long Island Board of Rabbis, or LIBOR for short.
Everyone has a golden ticket to the Chocolate ExpoBy Danielle Schwab
or the love of chocolate, there’s a sweet treat awaiting everyone at this year’s Chocolate Expo.
The popular event — proclaimed as one of the largest chocolate showcases in the United States — is back, ready to tantalize all on April 14.
Chocoholics will delight in the day-long food paradise. An array of 90-plus vendors — including those representing Long Island, New England and even international purveyors — will share their sweet and savory wares with the public during this unique food-centric festival at the David S. Mack Sports & Exhibition Complex at Hofstra University.
Robert Neary honors an icon with a tribute show like no other. With more than 35 years as a Broadway, television and film actor, Neary brings a special flair to his tribute show. With his powerful presence, from the moment he struts on stage wearing trademark black, gray, and silver sequined jacket, Neary, uncannily resembles Neil Diamond at the height of his touring career in the ‘90s and 2000s. His wit and mannerisms on stage are spot on, especially when he plays his guitar. When he speaks and tells the stories and trivia behind some of Neil’s most popular songs, his rich baritone gravelly voice can easily be mistaken for Neil’s own speaking voice. The title says it all. It is the quintessential Neil Diamond concert experience that concludes with a mind-blowing finale.
Saturday, March 30, 8 p.m. $49.50, $39.50, $35, $29.50, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY. com.
“We have a wide variety of interesting products,” says Marvin Baum, the Chocolate Expo’s founder and creator. “It’s like going to a wine tasting. You’re trying something different and exploring. That’s really what it is, for people to come and explore all kinds of culinary delights. In this case, it’s with chocolates, baked goods, specialty foods, wines, cheeses and other products as well.”
Celebrate and indulge in delicious gourmet goodies — even treats for your beloved pooch. Of course, tasting is very much a part of the event, starting from the moment you enter.
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The scrumptious combination of savory and sweet includes chocolate-covered pretzels, artisanal chocolates, bonbons, fudge, rum cakes, hot chocolate, and even chocolate-covered bacon.
And, certainly, no chocolate event would be complete without big chocolate fountains. Guests are greeted by fountains overflowing with dark, white and milk chocolates, which can deliciously drench a selection of fresh fruit, marshmallows pretzels and Rice Krispies Treats.
Visitors will surely enjoy another special treat: An appearance by actors from the original 1971 film “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.” Julie Dawn Cole (Veruca Salt), Paris Themmen (Mike Teevee), and Rusty Goffe (who in addition to playing an Oompa Loompa, has also been in five of the Harry Potter movies and in Star Wars ), are the festival’s special guests. Baum proudly proclaims this is the first Wonka cast reunion at a chocolate event.
“We found that there was a true emotional connection for a lot of people, between the movie and their own lives — whether it be with good memories with the family or as being part of an escape,” he says. “And so, for that reason, we think that a lot of people on Long Island are going to respond to and be really excited to see this get-together of the Wonka characters.”
If your palate reaches sensory overload, take a break to check out some of the many activities that round out the day. Shows and demonstrations include chocolate smashing, where participants can break a part of high-quality chocolate molds with hammers. There’s also a demonstration with DJ Chef, the first winner of Food Network’s “Cuthroat Kitchen,” known for spinning tunes while cooking.
The youngest “fun-sized” visitors will enjoy Kidz Zone, enticing them with face painting, balloon twisting and crafts.
The festival, according to Baum, has now taken on a life of its own.
“I said, ‘We need to do something where New York businesses can actually make some money. Instead of just doing tastings, let’s do something where we’re tasting and have sales.’ And basically, that became the first New York Chocolate Expo.”
Participating chocolatiers, bakers and related purveyors offer a mindboggling collection of goodies.
Among the enthusiastic local returnees, Wantagh-based Uncle Jeff’s Pecan Pies is not to be missed. Owner Jeff Church participated for the first time last year, and enthusiastically reports the response to his offerings was “beyond belief.” He’ll offer both his all-natural chocolate and regular pecan pies again this year.
“As soon as they opened the doors, people swarmed the tables saying ‘one of these,’ ‘one of those,’” he says. “It was insane.”
Another bakery, Valley Stream’s Chez Hedwidge, caters to folks with dietary restrictions. All products are gluten-free and soy-free, with vegan options available. Edwidge Oriol — who owns the business with her husband — has been involved with the Chocolate Expo for five years.
“Those who have these (dietary) challenges, they deserve a good treat,” she says.
Among the items Oriol will ll bring is her gluten-free chocolate tart, which won third place in a Culinary Federation of Long Island competition.
Whether you’re looking to grab your local faves or find a new delicious obsession, the expo is the place to indulge in some chocolatey fun.
“Everybody is welcome,” Baum says. “All the noise of day-to-day life, all that’s pushed to the side. We want to get together, have a good time, share memories, share some good food, and support local businesses.”
The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields is recognized for fresh, brilliant interpretations of the world’s greatest orchestral music. Formed by Sir Neville Mariner in 1958 from a group of London’s leading musicians, it’s become one of the world’s most respected orchestral ensembles. Joshua Bell, music director and Grammywinning violinist, has performed with virtually every major orchestra in the world, and is one of the most celebrated artists of his era. Led by violin virtuoso Bell, this performance showcases Mendelssohn’s deeply emotive Violin Concerto, with Bell himself taking the stage as both soloist and leader. The program also includes Rossini’s Il barbiere di Siviglia Overture, and Brahms’ Symphony No. 2 in C major, Op. 61. Set out with Bell and the orchestra on a passionate musical journey of passion and triumph as the extraordinary ensemble demonstrates their artistry.
Friday, March 29, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $80. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-3100.
$20 adult, $10 ages 5-12 ($30 adult, $15 ages 5-12 at door); availableMexican
musical multi-hyphenate and Lincoln Center regular Jaime Lozano appears on the Tilles Center stage with his Familia, an all-star Latin lineup of Broadway and OffBroadway performers, Saturday, April 6, 8 p.m.
Heralded by none other than Lin-Manuel Miranda as “the next big thing,” Lozano’s newest work, “Songs by an Immigrant,” is a musical journey about diversity and integration.
Lozano honestly portrays the challenges of the first- and second-generation middle class U.S. immigrant experience: finding a new home, learning a new language, dealing with discrimination, pursuing the American Dream, and searching for ways to build bridges instead of walls. His Familia includes Mauricio Martínez, Shereen Pimentel and Mayelah Barrera, as well as a nine-piece orchestra. The spectacular celebration of Latin talent includes special guests who are students from Long Island University’s Theatre Arts Department, which adds an exciting dynamic to the performance, showcasing the next generation of rising stars in the industry. The collaboration between these seasoned professionals and up-and-coming talents is sure to create a truly unforgettable experience for all who attend. “Songs by an Immigrant” is an inspiring celebration of the immigrant odyssey. Tickets start at $50; available at TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-3100. LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville.
Join L.I. Cabaret Theatre for their latest performance, Saturday, April 6, 2 p.m., at the Elmont Library Theatre. In this spirited show music is on the menu as the cast travels back to different years in the past to find clues and knowledge to save the Melody Diner from demolition. A cast of 35 keeps the action moving along, with a live band. The singers and dancers performs current hits, oldies and also tunes from the Broadway stage. Free admission. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. (516) 3545280 or LICabaret@aol.com.
American Legion Cathedral Post 1087, in West Hempstead, hosts a fundraiser, Friday, April 19, at 6 p.m., benefitting Veterans’ Affairs outreach. It includes beer, wine, soda, salads and six-foot heroes along with two bingo cards. Donations are $20 per person. 233 Woodlawn Road, West Hempstead. Call Pete Johansen at (516) 489-2862 to register.
On exhibit
Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Urban Art Evolution,” is a comprehensive exhibit featuring a diverse range of compositions from the 1980s through the present by creators who were based in the rough and tumble downtown area of New York City known as Loisaida/LES (Lower East Side/East Village) and close surrounding neighborhoods.
Artists pushed the boundaries of what was considered “art” with a primary focus on street/graffiti art. The exhibit’s scope, guest curated by art collector/gallerist Christopher Pusey, offers an even broader view from other creative residents, who worked inside their studios but still contributed to the rich fabric of the downtown art scene from different vantage points and aesthetics.
Works include sculpture, paintings, photography, music, and ephemera from many noted and influential artists. On view through July 7. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
The North Shore Symphony Orchestra is joined by Broadway and New York cabaret stars for “Country Jukebox: Kenny, Dolly & Friends,” Saturday, April 6, 8 p.m., on Adelphi’s Performing Arts Center stage. Your toes will be tapping and your hands clapping during this evening of country classics from the 1950s to today’s hottest contemporary hits.
The dynamic performers, with North Shore Symphony, salute such greats as Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, George Jones, The Judds, Carrie Underwood and more. Tickets start at $45, with discounts available to seniors, students, Adelphi alumni and employees. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 8774000 or Adelphi.edu/pac.
What better way to celebrate finishing a 5K than with a refreshing glass of lemonade?
Participate in the Lemonade 5K, which benefits the Never Stop Running Foundation, Sunday, April 28, starting at 9 a.m. Takes place rain or shine at Hempstead State Lake Park. $35 fee. Visit EliteFeats.com to sign up.
Walk through the village to pick up eggs and goodies at this year’s Bunny Hop in Malverne, Friday, March 30, 9:30 a.m. The colorful annual event is perfect for kids and the whole family. It features 1000 eggs, balloon animals, raffles, and even the Easter Bunny. Bring your bags to the gazebo at 40 Church St. The raffle drawing is at 11:30 a.m. at Malverne Cinemas. $2 per entry, or 6 entries for $5.; Venmo @Maria-Casini.
Learn or play the classic card game Bridge at Malverne Public Library, every Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.. All skill levels are welcome to attend. 61 St. Thomas Place.
Spring is in the air, and St. Paul AME Church’s second annual Easter Egg Hunt is here, Friday, March 30, at Harold Walker Memorial Park. Register at 11 a.m.; hunt starts at noon. 1085 Woodfield Road, in Lakeview.
Converse, collaborate and create at Family Saturdays at Nassau County Museum of Art, Saturday, March 30, noon-3 p.m. Get inspired by the art and objects in the galleries and then join educators at the Manes Center to explore and discover different materials to create your own original artwork.
Kids and adults connect while talking about and making art together. A new project is featured every week. $20 adult, $10 child. For ages 2-14. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. Visit NassauMuseum.org for to register or call (516) 484-9337.
Welcome spring at the Nassau Boulevard Street Fair and Foodie Fest, hosted by the West Hempstead Community Support Association, Sunday, April 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Hall’s Pond. Enjoy food, handmade crafts, inflatable bounce houses, and live music. Free ice cream for the first 500 kids 12 and under. 671 Nassau Blvd., in West Hempstead.
Items on The Scene page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to thescene@liherald.com.
Sands Point Preserve offers another in its series of Forest Bathing walks, led by certified guide Linda Lombardo, Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m.-noon. Based on the Japanese tradition of Shinrin-Yoku, a wellness practice developed in the 1980s, the walk, on the grounds of the former summer residence of Howard Gould and later Daniel and Florence Guggenheim, inspires mindful connections with the natural elements of the woods for a range of healthful benefits. $40, $35 members. Registration required. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit SandsPointPreserveConservancy.org or call (516) 571-7901.
Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday , 10:30–11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.
Enjoy the popular orchestra,as it continues its season,with special guests Deborah Lifton and the Adea Quartet, Saturday, April 6, 7:30 p.m., at the Madison Theatre. Program includes Rachmaninoff’s “Symphonic Dances,” Op. 45; Samuel Barber’s “Knoxville: Summer of 1915,” Op. 24; and Robert Schumann’s “Concertpiece for 4 Horns”, Op. 45. Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Tickets available at MadisonTheatreNY.org or (516) 323-4444.
Looking for a new addition to the family? West Hempstead Public Library is teaming up with the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter, Sunday, April 7, noon-3 p.m., to help animals find their forever home. 500 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead. Visit WHPL.org, for more information.
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU
MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, V.
SUSAN SCHRAMM AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ELEANOR FICKBOHM, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 2, 2024, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein MORTGAGE ASSETS
MANAGEMENT, LLC is the Plaintiff and SUSAN SCHRAMM AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ELEANOR FICKBOHM, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100
SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on April 11, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 840 TAFT STREET, WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552: Section 35, Block 435, Lot 71:
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS
THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 602021/2020. Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 145301
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU
MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P., V.
JUANA E. BONILLA, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated October 17, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. is the Plaintiff and JUANA E. BONILLA, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH
SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on April 5, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 234 SYCAMORE STREET, WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552: Section 35, Block 377, Lot 40-41: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE, OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT WEST HEMPSTEAD, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 601557/2018. Janine T. Lynam, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 145298
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-QS11, Plaintiff, AGAINST GEORGINA GARCIA, MYRIAM ROJAS, et al.
Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on June 4, 2019.
I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM premises known as 240 Franklin Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11565. 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 Malverne, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 35, Block 240 and Lot 46.
Approximate amount of judgment $968,868.92 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #018091/2007.
Cary David Kessler, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 145423
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, SSA NE ASSETS, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. TAB EQUITY GROUP LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 9, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 23, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 203 Washington Street, Hempstead, NY 11550.
All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 34, Block 203 and Lots 357-358.
Approximate amount of judgment is $562,992.97 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602810/2022. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.
Merik R. Aaron, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 203431-2 145563
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for:
New Metering Vault at Birch Street Plant H2M
Project No.: WHWD2350 will be received by the Board of Commissioners of the West Hempstead Water District (Owner) at the office of the Water District, 575 Birch Street, West Hempstead, New York 11552, until 10:00 a.m., Prevailing Time on Wednesday, April 10th, and will be publicly opened and read aloud at 5:00 p.m.
Complete sets of Hard Copy Bidding Documents may be obtained from REV, 28 Church Street, Unit 7,
Warwick, New York 10990, Tel: 1-845-651-3845, upon depositing the sum of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for each combined set of documents. Checks or money orders shall be made payable to H2M architects + engineers. Plan deposit is refundable in accordance with the terms in the Information for Bidders to all submitting bids. Any bidder requiring documents to be shipped shall make arrangements with the printer and pay for all packaging and shipping costs.
As a convenience to the Contractor, Digital Bidding Documents may be obtained from the following website: h2mplanroom.com as an online download for a non-refundable fee of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00), paid by credit card. Please note REV and h2mplanroom.com are the designated locations and means for distributing and obtaining all bid package information. All bidders are urged to register to ensure receipt of all necessary information, including bid addenda. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered plan holders via email and will be available at h2mplanroom.com. Plan holders who have paid for hard copies of the bid documents will need to make the determination if hard copies of the addenda are required for their use, and coordinate directly with REV for hard copies of addenda to be issued. There will be no charge for registered plan holders to obtain hard copies of the bid addenda.
Each proposal submitted must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, made payable to the West Hempstead Water District, in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid, as a commitment by the bidder that, if its bid is accepted, it will enter into a contract to perform the work and will execute such further security as may be required for the faithful performance of the contract.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive any informalities and to accept such bid which, in the opinion of the Owner, is in the best interests of the Owner.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WEST HEMPSTEAD
WATER DISTRICT C. John Sparacio, Chairman Joseph M. Marando, Treasurer
Kenneth P. Wenthen, Jr., Secretary
DATED: MARCH 28, 2024
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Eight $3,000 scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors who will be pursuing a degree related to the water utility field. Liberty Water is partnering with the New York Chapter of the National Association of Water Companies, or NAWC for short, to offer the scholarships.
The deadline to apply is April 15. The scholarships, Liberty officials say, reflect the company’s commitment to the community and helping young people achieve their goals of becoming future leaders in the water industry.
“Supporting our local communities is a priority for us,” said Deborah Franco, President of Liberty New York Water. “We take pride in sponsoring scholarships for those whose careers
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the MALVERNE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the MALVERNE VILLAGE HALL, 99 Church Street, Malverne, New York 11565 and will hear the following cases at 7:00 PM: Katherine Migliore & Paul McVeigh 25 Aberdeen St.: Residential “C” District Building Permit Application #2023-0912 Proposes to install a 12 ft. x 20 ft. in-ground swimming pool with drywell.
All interested parties should appear at the above time and place.
BY ORDER OF THE
MALVERNE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MALVERNE Jill Valli, Village Clerk Dated: March 15, 2024 145681
will aid in ensuring that safe, reliable water continues to be available for all.”
All high school seniors living within Liberty New York Water’s service areas are eligible to apply for the scholarship if they also meet the following criteria: Lives within the Liberty water service area in New York; is a high school senior pursuing a degree at a college, university or trade school as an undergraduate student; maintains at least a 3.0 GPA; is enrolling in a curriculum related to the water utility industry or related fields.
Qualified students interested in applying for this scholarship can visit LibertyEnergyAndWater.com for the application and more details.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VERUS SECURITIZATION TRUST 2020-NPL1, Plaintiff, vs. MILBURNSTEAD HOMES INC, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 19, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will
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Q. I live in the flood area, which happened during Sandy. I am required to lift my air conditioning unit. I was told it had to be at least 4 feet above the ground, and could be set on a platform or put on a bracket against the house. The platform seems to kill the space in my side yard, so I’m opting for the brackets. Now that I have discussed them with my neighbors, they told me the brackets, which will be on the outside of my bedroom, are going to make the air conditioner vibrations annoying, because I’ll hear them right through the wall. I don’t want that, but the platform would take up space and would be much more expensive to build. Is there another alternative, or can I prevent the noise from the vibrations from coming through the wall? It will drive me crazy if I’m awakened every time the unit goes on. What can I do?
A. This has been a problem addressed in different ways, either by dampening the unit or brackets, relocating the unit to a different place on brackets outside a room, such as a utility, laundry or storage room, building the platform or mounting the unit on a roof. The roof mounting is really a last resort, since the unit needs to be accessible and level. The only place I have designed roof-mounted units is on new homes where flat (low-slope) roof sections are planned. If you have a steeper-sloped roof with asphalt shingles, this method is not worth considering.
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It has arrived. Baseball’s opening day.
When I was a kid growing up in Queens, this greatly anticipated moment was my reassurance that all was well with the world. Coinciding with the coming of warm spring weather and the sale of the new season’s edition of baseball cards, it focused the attention of my friends — whether Dodgers, Yankees or Giants fans — first on the upcoming pennant races, and then on the World Series. This was the golden age of baseball in New York. During the 11 seasons from 1947 to 1957, the Yankees won nine pennants; my team, the Dodgers, six; and the Giants, two. In every year but one, there was at least one New York team in the World Series, and both teams in the fall classic were from New York eight times.
As far as we were concerned, baseball was New York, and New York was baseball. There was nothing like going to Ebbets Field, Yankee Stadium or the
Polo Grounds and being struck by the colors of bright green grass, white baselines and players’ uniforms that were so intense compared with what we saw on our 12-inch black-and-white television screens. No other sport during that era generated such attention. The football Giants often played before a lot of empty seats in the Polo Grounds, and the Knicks actually played NBA championship games in a National Guard Armory because the circus was using Madison Square Garden.
My friends and I had to take the train to Flushing Meadow to play on grass.
Because there was no grass anywhere in our Sunnyside neighborhood, we adapted with our baseball simulations of stickball, curb ball, stoop ball and punchball or softball on the concrete field in the nearby city park. When we reached age 11, we formed our own team, enrolled it in the PAL and took the Queens 7 line train to Flushing Meadow, which had grass fields. The team’s equipment consisted of two bats and a catcher’s mask. Batting helmets were nonexistent, as were parents, or any adults at all. We were on our own. And if we lost or played badly, there was no one to console us.
Much had changed, of course, by the
time my son, Sean, started playing Little League ball at Seaman’s Neck Park in Seaford in the late 1970s: There were Opening Day parades, grass fields, uniforms, umpires, adult coaches, team batting helmets and stands filled with parents, grandparents and neighbors. That was all new to me, but made for great memories. I really noticed the differences when, starting in 2013, my grandson Jack began playing, first in the Wantagh Little League and then on Long Island travel teams, including the Chiefs and Titans. The changes that struck me most were the equipment — individual batting helmets and customized bats — and the level of play — 11- and 12-year-olds routinely turning double plays and catching high fly balls. What was unchanged was the level of family support and community enthusiasm, with no Bad News Bears adult tantrums or boorishness.
Travel team baseball was a whole new experience. Not just the higher level of skill, but playing across Long Island and traveling to tournaments in upstate Cooperstown as well as Connecticut, Maryland and even South
Carolina. At every destination, the Long Island kids played well and distinguished themselves.
Now a new baseball season is upon us, from Little League to the major leagues. Much has changed over the years. The Dodgers and Giants abandoned us for California over six decades ago. Major League Baseball, which at one time never played west of St. Louis, has expanded from two eightteam leagues to 30 teams and six divisions, and plays regular-season games in Asia and Europe. There has been a diffusion of intense fan interest beyond baseball to the NFL, NBA and NHL. And there is now an overlap of sports seasons, with the NBA and NHL cutting into months of the baseball schedule.
At the local level, the travel team phenomenon draws away from Little League and high school play. Still, baseball remains strong in New York, with the Mets and Yankees, and especially on Long Island, with our outstanding facilities and, most important, supportive families and communities. I know I’m still enthused and ready. Play ball!
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
Netanyahu is a supporter of one party: himself
Ihave known Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer since 1972. I have watched him grow from being a state assemblyman to one of the most powerful political leaders in the United States. Schumer is a serious and smart lawmaker, and he measures his every word with the greatest of caution. When he speaks, it is well planned, because he is conscious of the fact that the press will hold him accountable for his actions.
JERRY KREMER
Schumer’s recent call for new elections in Israel, and for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to step down, was a do-ordie plea for peace in the Middle East. I have heard some of my friends call Schumer out for that plea, and describe it as dangerous, or even as a form of terrorism, and I have tried to tell them to consider all the facts before they speak.
Netanyahu has been playing political games for as long as I can remember. He
is not some well-meaning leader of a country who is being picked on. To begin with, Bibi, as he is often called, has been in and out of courtrooms in Israel for two years. He has been charged with various forms of corruption. In Israel, cases like his can drag on for years with no resolution.
CFor the past two years, Bibi has been hopeful that if he can change the way the courts work, his case will be dismissed. He has pushed for a change in the law that would give the country’s legislature, the Knesset, the power to run the courts and end any kind of judicial interference. His efforts to undermine the judicial system have split the country in half and have given rise to massive demonstrations calling for his ouster. To stay in power, he has forged alliances with right-wing leaders who have their own plans to change Israel from a democracy to a banana republic.
er, and has lost the confidence of the people, are 100 percent correct. As a congressional leader, Schumer has every right to speak out on Israel’s political challenges, because America sends billions of dollars to Israel each year and is Israel’s strongest supporter.
huck Schumer was right: Bibi has lost the confidence of his people.
Schumer’s speech calling for new elections in another country may have stepped over the line, but his claims that Bibi is no longer the nation’s true lead-
If your best friend thinks you have lost your way, he or she has every right to tell you so, out of love, and not any other motive. Schumer has been Israel’s most loyal member of Congress, and has fought off other members who have questioned the need to provide so much aid to other countries.
Israel had every right to invade Gaza after Hamas’s attack on Oct. 7, one of the most brutal assaults on any nation. The conduct of Hamas will go down in history as another Holocaust, and there had to be a response to such vicious conduct. Israel responded with an all-out war against a cruel and undisciplined mob that kills and steals from its own people.
The United States has asked Bibi what his plans are for Gaza when the
war is over and Hamas has been defeated, and he has no answer. As long as he stays in power, he can avoid having to face the possibility of going to prison. He has a plan, but it focuses on holding on to his job, even if his country no longer trusts him to be its leader. In the interim, he will try to hold on to power by playing partisan politics.
It’s no secret that Netanyahu has always embraced the American Republican Party. He worked against President Barack Obama, and came to Washington to promote Donald Trump on a number of occasions. He has every intention of holding on to his power in the hope that Trump will be elected again this year.
Bibi will do whatever it takes to keep his job. Schumer spoke out forcefully for one reason, which was to keep Israel a democracy. The world needs Israel to survive, and there is no question that under Netanyahu’s control, its very existence is threatened.
Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.
they’re good people. They’re strong. And they’re heroes.
That’s how people in New York describe volunteer firefighters, according to a survey conducted by the Firefighters Association of the State of New York. And nearly half of all people who were asked said they would love to become one of these strong, good heroes.
And now they have their chance.
Volunteer fire departments — like the one in your hometown — are opening their doors the weekend of April 13 to not only remind our neighborhoods of how important those fire departments are, but also to help bring more firefighters to the fold.
It’s called RecruitNY weekend, and leading up to it, the firefighters association is asking businesses, government buildings and anyplace else where exteriors are lit to make those lights red to show solidarity with our firefighters.
“The lights symbolize our commitment to a tradition of community help, and a need for more volunteers,” Edward Tase Jr., president of the association, said.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is doing his part, lighting the dome red on the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building in Mineola in the first two weeks of April. The hope is that other major landmarks across the region and state will light up
To the Editor:
Long Island Rail Road riders have to ask why Phase 2 of the LIRR’s $168 million Jamaica Capacity Improvements wasn’t completed prior to the initiation of full-time service for the $11.6 billion East Side Access to Grand Central Madison in February 2023.
Phase 2 is scheduled to be completed by December 2026. The work will raise maximum allowable train speeds, increase train throughput — the number of trains that can pass through a section of line in a given time — as well as parallel routing capabilities, implement universal 12-car platform capacity and ensure a full state-of-good-repair throughout the Jamaica Station complex. It will include critical work on bridges carrying trains, and expansion of the Hall Interlocking.
Prior to this, there was the $450 million Phase 1 of the Jamaica Capacity Improvements, for which funding was approved in 2010, using grants from the Federal Transit Administration. It included capital improvements in and around the station, encompass -
red as well.
Being a volunteer fire department has been getting tougher. Membership has dropped, while calls have increased. And not because people don’t want to be firefighters — it’s just hard to make that commitment in our busy lives, amid a turbulent economy that requires many of us to work more than we may have in the past to pay the bills.
But there are benefits beyond simply making a difference — and potentially saving lives — to being a volunteer firefighter. And those are benefits worth considering. For example, volunteer firefighters get free training and free equipment, as well as tax breaks and essential insurance coverage — all provided by the Volunteer Firefighter Benefits Law, first passed in 1957.
Some of those tax breaks include income tax credits of $500 to $1,000 per year, as well as property tax reductions of up to 10 percent, assuming your local government has opted in.
And, depending on what individual departments have set up, there could be pension opportunities as well, established through the state’s Length of Service Award Program.
For younger people, there are scholarships and tuition reimbursement available, too.
Of course, becoming a volunteer firefighter isn’t about the financial incentives, although they help. What really
draws most people to serve is a chance to give back to the communities they love in ways they simply can’t do otherwise.
Volunteer firefighters play a crucial role in protecting their homes and neighbors from emergencies and disasters beyond simply putting out fires, although there is nothing simple about that. They are also there for medical emergencies and natural disasters like major storms, always contributing to public safety and well-being.
These days we see firefighters needed to respond to flooded basements, lithium-ion battery fires, downed power lines and car accidents.
Volunteers also get to fulfill a dream many of us have had since the moment we saw a firefighter for the first time. We knew that’s what we wanted to be, too. So why not do it?
Visit your local volunteer fire department next month. See what it’s like to be a firefighter, and how you can make a difference. And then ask where you can sign up.
President George W. Bush once said that “the willingness of America’s volunteer firefighters to risk their lives for others is a testament to the spirit of service that pervades our nation.”
Let’s continue prove him right. Find out how — and where — you can volunteer today. Visit FireInYou.org/volunteer.
ing tracks, signals, third-rail power and interlockings, designed to support increased operational capacity necessary for future service to Grand Central Madi-
son. When the FTA grants were approved, this proposed new service was many years away. Thirteen years was ample time to complete both Phase 1 and 2.
The American Jewish Committee recently released its annual State of Antisemitism in America 2023 Report, which revealed that 63 percent of American Jews say the status of Jews in the U.S. is “less secure than a year ago” — a 22-percentagepoint increase in just one year, and a 32-point increase over two years.
Forty-six percent of American Jews say they have changed their behavior out of fear of antisemitism, a jump from 38 percent last year.
While these numbers are daunting and cause for concern, several of the key takeaways from the report, on Holocaust and antisemitism education, are positive.
state offer varying degrees of Holocaust education, in accordance with State Education Department regulations, and we also know that quality Holocaust education has been shown to reduce antisemitism and all forms of hate.
Jewish students, however, should not be seen solely through the lens of the Holocaust. We should incorporate the Jewish community in any diversity efforts, and encourage the celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month in May, to promote awareness and appreciation of Jewish contributions to American society.
semitism here and nationwide.
Given that antisemitism is often not well understood, education is crucial in fostering an environment with zero tolerance for anti-Jewish bigotry and all forms of hate. It is also critical to reassure Jewish families that districts see them in this moment, and are prioritizing their children’s safety and well-being. Several Jewish organizations, including AJC, offer training for students, teachers and administrators.
sau and Suffolk counties, New York state and the federal government, criticism of Israel similar to that leveled against any other country cannot be regarded as antisemitic, but, for example, “applying double standards by requiring of it a behavior not expected or demanded of any other democratic nation” does cross that line.
AJC’s report found that 92 percent of American Jews, and 89 percent of all U.S. adults in the Northeast, believe it is important for public schools to invest more resources in teaching age-appropriate lessons about the Holocaust to all students. There is also overwhelming support among both the Jewish community and the general public for teaching modern manifestations of antisemitism in public schools.
We know that schools in New York
Why wasn’t Phase 2 completed before the service to GCM began? And will its completion increase overall rush hour capacity, including additional Atlantic branch Brooklyn service, and reduce travel time between Jamaica and Penn Station, GCM, Flatbush Avenue, Hunters Point or Long Island City? LIRR commuters, taxpayers, transit advocacy groups and elected officials deserve a detailed explanation from MTA Chairman Janno Lieber and Acting LIRR President Robert Free for why this work was delayed so long.
LARRY PENNER Great NeckTo the Editor:
Re Jerry Kremer’s recent column “Check your Medicare statement carefully”: I think Jerry is naïve to think Medicare will have the time and manpower to investigate billing scams, like the one he detailed involving catheters, when they are devoting resources to denying reimbursement for preventive services that are listed
In addition, over the past several years, school districts across Long Island have implemented character education initiatives to address all forms of hate and racism, and help students understand the consequences of actions and words on others.
It is critical that we also teach about the modern manifestations of antisemitism, not just the historical ones. Since the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attack on Israel, we have seen a steep increase in antisemitic graffiti and incidents in Long Island public schools. This is on top of an already growing problem with anti-
in their handbook. I will explain.
I recently had a PSA test whose reimbursement was denied because of a billing code error. I am 77 years old, and per Page 49 of the Medicare handbook, this is a preventive service to which I am entitled every 12 months.
I did not have this test for several years. I called Medicare to get the service reimbursed, and was told I had to get a letter from my doctor explaining the need for the service, and with that document to file an appeal. This meant the doctor had to send me a letter, and I had to fill out a claim form and mail it to Medicare. Medicare now has to evaluate the appeal and rule on it.
The request for an appeal for coverage of this preventive service couldn’t be approved with a phone call, even after I was transferred to two different people with hold times of roughly 20 minutes. Everyone I spoke to on the phone agreed that it didn’t make sense, but they had no authority to approve the service, even though it’s listed in their manual as one that’s covered.
LEWIS ALTMAN MerrickIn these moments of uncertainty and anxiety for American Jewry, it is also important to consider what is being reported when Israel is in the news more than usual, as has been the case since Oct. 7. Criticism of Israel is not inherently antisemitic. In fact, it is a feature of its democracy, and Israelis do it all the time. But there are occasions when antiIsrael rhetoric can become antisemitic, including statements that deny the Jewish people’s right to self-determination.
As noted by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s Working Definition of Antisemitism, which has been adopted by the AJC and major American Jewish organizations, Nas-
The IHRA definition can be helpful in evaluating whether antisemitism exists in school settings. Establishing a system to report antisemitism and all forms of hate, reviewing and publicizing key school policies, including social media, and communicating with families when antisemitism and hate occur are also vital.
The more we all know about antisemitism, the more we can identify it, fight it and keep it on the fringe of society. When that happens, not only Jews will feel more secure, we all will.
Eric Post is the Long Island director of the American Jewish Committee. Bob Vecchio is the executive director of the Nassau-Suffolk School Boards Association.
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