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Still standing together after the attacks their support,” Vernon added. Rabbi Caroline Sim, of Temple Am-Echad in Lynbrook, In the weeks since Hamas shared a similar sentiment: attacked Israel and Israel Check in on your Jewish loved declared war on the terrorist ones. “Most of your Jewish group, the conflict has proven friends are not OK,” Sim said. “Just the fact that d iv i s ive a c ro s s you care is enough America. But resi— knowing that dents of Malverne we’re not alone.” and West HempJew i s h n e i g hstead have come bors in Malver ne together to grieve, and West Hempto commiserate and stead are certainly to show the not alone. People of strength of their all ages and faiths support for the g athered in Our Jewish community. Lady of Lourdes, in “I’ve received I Malverne, last Sundon’ t know how day to stand with many messages the Jewish commuand phone calls nity at home and from non-Jews beyond. expressing their “Our hearts go concer n for me, out to Rabbi Elkodbecause they know RABBI ART si and her congreI have relatives in VERNoN gation,” the Rev. Israel,” Rabbi Art Shaaray Shalom James Stachacz, of Vernon, of Shaaray Our Lady of S h a l o m i n We s t Hempstead, said. Vernon has a Lourdes, said of Rabbi Susan daughter and six grandchildren Elkodsi, of the Malverne Jewliving in Israel, including a ish Center, who also attended, grandson in the Israel Defense “and all of our Jewish brothers and sisters who are suffering Forces. “We need the support, we terribly.” Stachacz and more than 50 appreciate the support, and we thank all those who have shown Continued on page 31
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Future firefighters Kids learned about fire safety courtesy of the West Hempstead Fire Department for Fire Prevention Month. The West Hempstead Fire Department visited Chestnut Street School in the West Hempstead school district on Oct. 16 to teach pre-k and kindergarten students all about fire safety. Story, more photos, page 8.
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Remember Lee Zeldin? These Republicans do Republican gubernatorial candidate gets votes for House speaker By MARK NOLAN mnolan@liherald.com
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Former Congressman Lee Zeldin at the Garden City Hotel in February 2022, when he was nominated to run for governor by Republicans. “SALT cap relief, 9/11 healthcare funding, flood insurance legislation, and assurances that we curb runaway federal spending” to avoid a government shutdown. In another statement, the three Long Island Republican congressmen said
they are eager to elect a speaker who commits to helping Long Island. “This process has always been about policies which put Long Island first, not any person or politics,” the statement signed by D’Esposito, Garbarino and LaLota reads. “For weeks, we have been
incredibly open and transparent with every candidate for speaker about the need to support the best interests of our constituents including keeping government open while securing the border and fixing the budget, SALT cap relief, flood insurance, and the World Trade Center Health Program.” Molinaro, a Republican, said in a statement he joined with D’Esposito, Garbarino and LaLota in voting for Zeldin because of his strong stand on Israel. “I voted for Lee Zeldin,” Molinaro said in a statement. “He’s championed crucial fights like driving down inflation, securing the border, and is an unwavering supporter of Israel.” LaLota was clear about why he voted for Zeldin and not Jordan, who received 200 votes in the first ballot, narrowly missing becoming House speaker. “I’ve been up front about withholding my support without reliable commitments on these important issues,” LaLota said in a statement. “When I said I’d always put Long Island first, I wasn’t bluffing.” D’Esposito responded to LaLota’s post on X, “I second that motion.” House Republicans, who hold a 221212 majority, were expected to continue to work to nominate a candidate for speaker this week, after the Herald went to press.
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Former Long Island Congressman and failed gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin isn’t on any ballot, but he still managed 10 votes last week. The political miasma gripping the House of Representatives turned even odder when three current Long Island Congressmen — Anthony D’Esposito, Andrew Garbarino and Nick LaLota — each voted three times for Zeldin for House speaker. They were joined by Rep. Marcus Molinaro of upstate New York in voting for Zeldin on the third ballot. House rules allow anyone to be nominated to serve as speaker, not just current members of Congress. Zeldin, a Shirley Republican, lost in 2022 to Gov. Kathy Hochul. D’Esposito, Garbarino and LaLota — all Republicans — formed a small voting bloc hoping to draw attention to issues facing Long Island. Rep. George Santos, also a Republican who represents part of Nassau County, voted three times for Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, who failed to win the speakership. D’Esposito, Garbarino and LaLota released a joint statement on X last week stating they are a “unified front” representing Long Island, and that they insist the next House speaker prioritize
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These women have gone above and beyond for their communities. Now, after decades of giving, it’s their turn to receive some much-deserved thanks. Assemblyman Brian Curran honored these outstanding citizens at Crossroads Farm on Sunday. Each woman has made the world a better place through their decades of service to others. “The one thing that all eight of these women have in common is their love and devotion to their community and their neighbors,” Cur ran said. “Whether it is their contributions to public safety, in l o c a l g ove r n ment, drug prevention, boy scouting, or children with disabilities or allergies, these eight honorees have made the MARy ANN conscious deciHANSON sion to bring Woman of Distinction their expertise and ef forts to better their community.” Mary Ann Hanson, from Malverne, has been giving back to others for as long as she can remember. It’s not something she does for recognition, or an award — it’s simply something she has felt compelled to do since her youth. “It’s just something I was raised with and drawn to,” Hanson said. “It’s very rewarding and fulfilling, to see that you’re fulfilling someone else’s life.” That’s what Hanson has been doing for the past 24 years at the Town of Hempstead’s ANCHOR Program in Lido Beach, a nonprofit organization that gives people of all ages and abilities the camp experience they deserve. At ANCHOR, programs like surfing, horseback riding, camp-wide shows and more are made accessible to people who may not have the opportunity elsewhere. ANCHOR’s summer camp is their most popular program, but the organization provides services year-round. Hanson is Overall Coordinator, where she organizes nearly 700 campers and 400 staff members to help the program be the best it can be. “The more outreach, the more people will understand and recognize them as a typical person,” Hanson said. “And how loved they are by their families and us.” Though she cares for people from 5 years old all the way into their 70s, she refers to all of them as her “kids.” The love she has for her campers makes them family. “I don’t see them as having special needs, I see them as being typical to themselves,” Hanson said. “And I think when you feel that way, and you feel like
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Mary Ann Hanson has been working with people with special needs for decades. They’re more than her campers, she said — they’re her ‘kids.’
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Malverne Mayor Tim Sullivan joined Assemblyman Brian Curran to honor Mary Ann Hanson for her decades of going above and beyond for people with special needs. you’re giving the life they deserve — it feels good.” “You can get them to see how they should be treated, and make sure they’re treated that way,” Hanson said. “And make sure that they’re given opportunities that other kids have — like they go to camp in the summer, just like any other kid might do.” H a n s o n b e g a n w o rk i n g w i t h ANCHOR in 1999, but decided she wanted to do more. In 2001 she went back to school, getting an undergraduate degree at Adelphi University. Not yet satisfied, she then pursued a Master’s degree in social work from Fordham University. “I picked social work because it’s who I am,” Hanson said. “That’s what I like to do. I’ve used it in so many other ways at ANCHOR, and even in the community. Even with employees. So that was a perfect avenue for me.” Now even better equipped to serve the campers and staff at ANCHOR, Hanson returned. As Overall Coordinator, she is able to not only connect with indi-
vidual campers and their parents, but look at the big picture to ensure the program is fulfilling its potential. “I feel like I’m doing something for the betterment of people, every day in my life there,” Hanson said. “Any way I can make a place better, or a situation that could help a parent out with a child when I talk to them, I feel like it is something that makes me happy and it also is for the better good of everyone.” Though it can be stressful trying to organize more than 1,000 people, Hanson said working at ANCHOR is her dream job. When speaking of how wonderful the program is, she redirected the spotlight toward those she works with. “It’s the happiest place in the world,” Hanson said. “And it’s happy because all the employees are dedicated and loving and caring employees.” Hanson has tangibly improved thousands of lives during her decades of service. Her impact has made Long Island a better home for people, regardless of ability.
List of honorees Cathy Bien, Lynbrook Elizabeth Boylan, Rockville Centre Katie Conlon, Rockville Centre Mary Fahey, East Rockaway Mary Ann Hanson, Malverne LaPrena Harrison, Baldwin Susan Kelly, Lynbrook Cathy Vodopivec, Freeport “It is important to recognize these eight women because their contributions to the communities of the 21st Assembly District are truly impactful, but can be overlooked by many going about their day to day,” Curran said. “Each one of them have busy lives and are pulled in so many different directions, but they still find the time to be active in their community. “They inspire me to keep working to make our district a better place.”
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Tracey Edwards, a longtime Long tive relationships with Long Island’s comIsland advocate and community leader, is munities and organizations is a critical the new senior vice president and New opportunity for Sands, and one I’m excited York corporate social responsibility offi- to be leading,” Edwards said, in a release. “In this role, I look forward to cer for Las Vegas Sands. In putting my experience in this role, she’ll oversee corpomunicipal government, public rate social responsibility for advocacy, and community the company’s planned resort engagement to use to ensure in Uniondale. that the proposed Sands proj“Tracey’s knowledge of ect delivers for Long Island.” and commitment to corporate The Sands — which wants responsibility truly makes her to redevelop the Nassau Colian outstanding choice for this seum site to turn into hotels, position,” said Robert Goldhigh-end stores, public meetstein, chair and chief executive of Sands, in a release. “We Tracey edwards ing spaces, a casino and spas — has already hosted multiple know she will make a profoundly important contribution to our procurement academies that have welcomed more than 1,000 Long Island small project in New York and beyond.” Edwards is currently the Long Island businesses with a focus on how minority, regional director of the NAACP, and is a women and veteran-owned enterprises can contract with the Sands. member of the NAACP national board of T h e o r g a n i z at i o n h a s a l re a dy directors. She is a former Huntington town councilwoman, and an executive announced a workforce training partnerdirector of Habitat for Humanity of Suf- ship with Nassau Community College, and plans for new degree programs with folk. She most recently served as commis- Long Island University. In addition, Sands established the sioner of the state Public Service Commission, announcing her retirement from Sands Cares Youth Empowerment Initiative as part of its global priority on youth there just last week. “Nurturing collaborative and produc- education and mentoring.
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The South Nassau Water Authority board of directors is holding a public meeting on Monday, Oct. 30 to discuss possible municipalization of the Liberty Utilities Hempstead service area. Residents who receive water from
Liberty Utilities are encouraged to attend. Public comments are permitted. The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. at the Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St.
CriMe briefs Police: W. H. man exposed himself to teens A West Hempstead man allegedly approached three t e e n a g e f e m a l e s wh i l e “exposing himself and touching his genitals” on Oct. 17 and Oct. 18, according to Nassau County police. The man, 24-year-old Ernest Fuentes Lozano of Oak Street, alle gedly approached three teen girls ages 13, 14, and 17 on Oct.
17 and Oct. 18. Police said the victims immediately fled and notified their parents. Fuentes Lo zano was arrested and charged with three counts of public lewdness and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child. He was arraigned in First District Court on Oct. 19.
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Crime watch: Missing items reports A victim reported to Nassau County police that an unknown person removed assorted items from 130 Hempstead Ave, West Hempstead on Oct. 6 at 11:25 a.m. Police were notified of several assorted items taken from the Stop & Shop on Cherry Valley Avenue in West Hempstead on Oct. 12 at 8:20 p.m. Two lottery tickets were taken from the BP Gas Station located at 688 Woodfield Road, Lakeview on Oct. 15 at 5:10 p.m.
The CVS at 488 Ocean Ave., East Rockaway reported two instances of items being removed. The first incident occurred on Oct. 12 at 1 p.m. when police were notified that an unknown man removed assorted items. On Oct. 18 at 6:55 p.m., police were notified again of a man removed assorted items from the store. — Compiled by Mark Nolan
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Apply for dog license online, with new program With dogs out and about, enjoying the beautiful fall weather with their owners last week at Newbridge Road Park in Bellmore, Town of Hempstead officials announced a new program that’ll make it easier to make sure pups are licensed. “Our town clerk has come up with a really great initiative, thinking out of the box,” Town Supervisor Don Clavin said. “It’s something that is forward thinking, that is using technology, to really make it easier for residents to do things.” Residents with dogs used to have to go to Town Hall, bring and fill out paperwork, and pay a small fee in person in order to license their dog — something that is required by law in New York, not only the Town of Hempstead. Now, dog owners can simply do this online, making it more convenient, as well as helping the town assure that the pets are licensed. “We know everybody’s exceedingly busy these days, everybody’s working, they’ re doing a million dif ferent things,” Town Clerk Kate Murray said. “So in effort to make this aspect of the dog licensing program more convenient for our residents, we did something that we did with our commute parking, license and sticker a couple years ago.”
Murray said the online dog licensing program had a soft roll out, to work out any issues, and was happy to report they’ve already seen an increase in license applications coming in. All dogs ages four months and older must be licensed. To license an unneutered male or unspayed female, the application costs $18. Neutered and spayed dogs cost $9. A valid veterinarian certificate is needed for proof, as well as proof that the dog received its rabies inoculation. Renewals must be done annually. Murray said licensing dogs is important, because all dogs are issued a unique identification number, attached to the owner’s phone number. “It can help reunite dogs who get lost, who somehow get away from their pet owners,” she said. “No other dog gets the same number.” The proof that the dog has a rabies vaccination is “exceedingly important,” Murray said, ensuring the safety of both dogs — and humans. “We are here to just let all of our residents know and encourage them to apply for that dog license online,” she said. “It’s a very, very small fee to obtain the license, but it will be a great degree of comfort to not only the pet owners, but everyone else in the neighborhood.” Town Councilman Chris Carini, who was at Newbridge, with his dog, Molly, agreed the online program was great
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Town of Hempstead officials announced a new program, that will make it easier for residents to license their dogs online. idea. “It’s very important,” he said. “If (Molly) ever gets lost, I want to make sure she’s returned to me. And like (Murray) said, I’ll ensure she’s up to date (on vaccines). I encourage all dog owners to get out there, sign up for the program.”
To apply for a dog license online, visit HempsteadNY.gov/177/LicensesPermits. Aside from Newbridge Road Park, the town maintains two additional dog runs in Baldwin Park and Oceanside Park. Visit HempsteadNY.gov/269/ Dog-Parks for addresses and more information.
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Ryder explores evolvement of her involvement By MARK NOLAN mnolan@liherald.com
What started as a way to honor 9/11 victims in Lynbrook has turned into a lifetime of service. Laura Ryder — appointed as a Hempstead town councilwoman this past March — is seeking election to her first full term in just a few weeks. Her passion is helping people, and Ryder envisions her role as councilwoman as an extension of her life’s work. “Service brings me such a sense of fulfillment and truly a tremendous amount of joy in my life,” Ryder told reporters during a recent Herald Roundtable session. “It is a very big part of my life, and I wanted service to be in the forefront on the Town Board.” Ryder was appointed to that board to fill Anthony D’Esposito’s seat after he was elected to Congress last year. Ryder had previously served as a village trustee in Lynbrook. If there is a community organization or grassroots effort to make the neighborhood better, chances are, Ryder is part of it — if not leading it. She is said to work assiduously with the Lynbrook Cares Committee and Lynbrook Community Chest — both important nonprofits that directly help those in need. And in September, which was national Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Ryder helped elevate the mission of the Ryan Patrick O’Shea Foundation to the Town Board. The foundation was created to increase mental health awareness and help prevent suicide, honoring the memory of. O’Shea, a Rockville Centre teen who died by suicide in 2019. “I would say getting onto the Town Board is emblematic of my community service over the last 30 years,” Ryder said. “I’m always looking for opportunities to help people. I always have my eyes open for
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Hempstead town councilwoman Laura Ryder is seeking his first election to the seat she was first appointed to in March. She has spent years involved in her Lynbrook community, and now wants to continue that sense of service on the Hempstead Town Board. that.” As for issues facing Hempstead town residents, Ryder says her top priorities are taxes and public safety. “First and foremost is always taxes, right?” Ryder asked. “That’s what we all feel the most. I am happy to say that, this year, the Town of Hempstead’s budget has a tax freeze without cutting services. I am very
proud of the fact that we’ve been able to hold the line on taxes without cutting any of the services.” Ryder says she frequently hears from constituents that public safety is a concern, and so making people feel safe is a priority. With the outbreak of the Israel war against Hamas terrorists, Ryder added the town has provided extra security for houses of worship. “Our supervisor, Donald Clavin, said that if anyone from the Jewish community reaches out, to please let public safety know and we will do whatever we can to provide that extra sense of security,” the councilwoman said. “It’s visual, and it makes an impact.” Aside from keeping roads well paved, Ryder said infrastructure issues remain at the top of her to-do list. For example, she cited Oceanside Pool Park as an example of the town working to improve services for residents. Ryder is “really pushing, pushing, pushing” to have the facility upgraded, she added, including renovating the dog park. “I definitely want that done by next year,” Ryder said. Named the Lynbrook Woman of the Year in 2014 and Lynbrook Humanitarian of the Year in 2018, Ryder has stayed involved by serving on numerous committees. “Like I said, I love public service,” she said. “It started as a volunteer, then went through the village. Now, I’ve been given a bigger platform to do what I love to do. “I’m really grateful for this opportunity.”
Ward pushes for more data-driven governance By MARK NOLAN mnolan@liherald.com
During two stints as president of the Baldwin Civic Association, Darien Ward learned an important lesson: political pressure works. Now, Ward wants to bring that experience to the Hempstead Town Board, making his first foray into politics, challenging Republican Laura Ryder for her seat. Ward says he’s always understood the important of town government, but felt called to serve after a building moratorium was imposed — and then lifted — in Baldwin by Hempstead town officials. The confusion there showed him government needs to be transparent and accountable, and if elected, vows to ensure town business is not conducted in the dark. “There has to be a commitment,” Ward told reporters as part of a recent Herald Roundtable session. “If you really want government to be a partner with the community, then you have to be as transparent as you can be.” Ward favors creating more housing for people struggling to make ends meet in one of the most expensive regions in America to live. But he said he isn’t in favor of inundating already overburdened communities with a glut of housing. Instead, Ward would create a town database of housing stock — available to the public — so people can easily identify which communities need smart housing. “My system is very simple,” Ward said. “Affordable housing needs to be defined. Many people use the word ‘affordable,’ but don’t really understand the term. Affordable housing should be a data-driven process, meaning the Town of Hempstead should know where the housing stock is and what kind of housing it has.
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Darien Ward, a two-time president of the Baldwin Civic Association, is challenging Laura Ryder for her Hempstead Town Council seat. He hopes his time in office will help improve government transparency. We should know how much senior housing we have, and where. We should know how many single-family homes we have, and where.” That process, Ward said, would result in better housing options that meet the needs of individual communities while making neighbors part of the process. “How do we now make decisions as to where we
could put affordable housing?” Ward asked. Part of his plan includes creating walkable downtowns with small businesses supported by apartments. “We need to have a concentration of young people that will keep the vitality of some of our communities,” Ward said. “You can’t just have laundromats and dry cleaners everywhere. Each community has something special that makes it unique, makes it a destination. Let’s encourage that.” To further highlight his emphasis on making the function of town government open, Ward said he would host “State of the District” meetings in neighborhoods to encourage involvement. “We can be more accountable,” he said. “We can be more proactive. We can be more visible. Government can better serve its constituents by being that way. I will change the tenor of government from just being reactive to being proactive.” Infrastructure issues over the past several months and the proposed Liberty Water rate hikes have especially shown the need for government to be proactive. Ward said officials in charge of governance should anticipate problems and work to fix them early, rather than complaining after-the-fact. “You knew about this. It was on the horizon for X number of years,” Ward said. “Why, then, all of a sudden, are we reacting to it rather than being proactive? My conversation is going to be setting a climate of anticipating what the problems could be, and not just waiting for problems to happen.” If elected, Ward said he would work to ensure an equitable distribution of resources throughout the town. “You want people’s vote? You want people to accept government?” Ward asked. “We need to be visible and be on the ground in communities.”
Neighbors rally for aid, end to gangs in Haiti
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By REI WOLFSOHN Correspondent
Neighbors supporting international intervention in Haiti are looking to stop increased gang violence plaguing the island nation. Last month, in a speech to the United Nations, President Joe Biden said, “Haiti cannot wait.” David Duchatellier, rally organizer for Haiti Relief Effort, used those words as a rally cry in Elmont on Oct. 21 in French, “Haiti ne peut plus attendre.” The rally advocated for immediate inter national intervention in Haiti. Approximately 75 community members last week attended the rally, which started at the intersection of Dutch Broadway and Corona Avenue in Valley Stream and concluded at the Dutch Broadway Sports Complex in Elmont. “We’re asking the inter national c o m m u n i t y f o r a n i n t e r ve n t i o n , because of the high level of violence, killings, kidnappings, gang violence and violence against women,” said Carrié Solages, county legislator. As of October, the United Nations Human Rights Watch reported that gang violence in Haiti has resulted in more than 5,500 cases of gang violence, more than 3,100 killings and more than 1,200 kidnappings. Solages said there have been more than 1,400 acts of vio-
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Community members gathered for a rally and march to advocate for immediate increased international aid in Haiti, as gang violence has caused chaos in the country. David Duchatellier, rally organizer from Haiti Relief Effort, called out that “Haiti cannot wait” any longer as killings, kidnappings and violence run rampant in the country. lence against women. The killings include 247 women and 78 children. According to United Nations Human Rights Watch, over one-third of the population, 4.4 million people, lack access to clean water and two-thirds have limited or no sanitations service.
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A lesson in fire safety taught by experts West Hempstead Fire Department visits Chestnut Street School In conjunction with Fire Prevention Month, pre-K and kindergarten students at Chestnut Street School in West Hempstead explored the importance of fire safety on Oct. 16. Members of the West Hempstead Fire Department visited the building and reviewed fire and emergency protocol such as calling for help and staying out of harm’s way. As a special highlight, students toured an actual fire truck in the school parking lot. With assistance getting in and out, they entered the truck, walked around it and learned about the tools, equipment and uniforms that are used to put out a fire.
Students learned first-hand from expert volunteer firefighters.
eeChestnut Street students saw how a firefighter would be dressed during an emergency.
A highlight for many students was sitting in a real fire truck.
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neighbors marched from dutch Broadway and Corona avenue in Valley Stream and concluded at the dutch Broadway Sports Complex in elmont as they called out to raise awareness for the crisis in Haiti.
pear. Others have had gangs take over their homes. “The gangs have more guns than the police in Haiti, as we speak,” Solages said. According to PBS, as of July, gangs control about half the country’s territory and most of the capital of Portau-Prince. Gangs have locked children in schools where they can’t get food. All of this has caused droves of Haitians to seek asylum in the United States. M e a n wh i l e, a vigilante m ove m e n t called “Bwa Kale” has taken to stoning and bur ning susp e c t e d g a n g Carrié SolageS members in the county legislator streets. David Duchatellier, rally organizer from Haiti Relief Effort, said his group brought medical aid to a Haitian school annually, but the violence forced the visits to stop in 2019. He was also directly af fected by the violence in Haiti. Gangs burned down his uncle’s house in Port-au-Prince in September. Many people at the rally have a personal connection to Haiti — whether it’s their own history or ties to relatives who still live there. Since Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in July 2021, the country’s prime minister has served as an acting president. Solages said the violence and instability in Haiti could affect the United States. According to Solages, there are a few types of intervention HaitianAmericans would like to see in the country. These include monetary tools and policies, because the United States has controlled the Bank of Haiti since the 19th century. Intervention is on the way thanks to the recent United Nations vote that sent multinational forces led by Kenya into Haiti to combat the gang violence. Duchatellier encouraged people to write to and call their representatives, because that will get the message closer to the United States president. “They can do something,” Duchatellier said. “We are so many Haitians over here. We would like to go and visit Haiti.” Duchatellier hopes the rally will bring more awareness to the problems and more motivation for the United States or United Nations to intervene. Despite the bad weather for the rally, he hasn’t lost hope. “T he weather didn’ t cooperate today,” Duchatellier said. “We could have had more people. But we’re going to keep trying.”
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HERALD SPORTS Seaford rushes past Malverne By ANDREW COEN sports@liherald.com
Elmont Senior Volleyball WILLIAMS ETCHED HERSELF into the Elmont girls volleyball record book Oct. 16 as the Spartans racked up another victory to improve to 12-2. The third-year setter racked up 32 assists in a sweep of Plainview, giving her 1,000 for her career. The performance also vaulted Williams to the top of the Nassau County assist list this season with 496. A captain, she was an All-County selection and team MVP last season.
GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Oct. 26 Girls Soccer: Class B semifinals at higher seed .............TBA Girls Soccer: Class AA quarterfinals at higher seed .......TBA Boys Soccer: Class AA quarterfinals at higher seed .......TBA
Friday, Oct. 27 Girls Soccer: Class A semifinals at C.S. Harbor ..............TBA Football: Seaford at East Rockaway .......................... 6 p.m. Football: V.S. North at Hewlett ................................... 6 p.m. Football: V.S. Central at Oceanside ........................... 6 p.m. Football: Uniondale at Plainview ..........................6:30 p.m. Football: West Hempstead at C.S. Harbor ................. 7 p.m. Boys Soccer: Class B final at Farmingdale College ... 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 28 Football: Baldwin at Freeport .................................... 2 p.m. Football: Manhasset at Carey ................................... 2 p.m. Football: Clarke at Roosevelt..................................... 2 p.m. Football: Long Beach at Elmont ................................ 2 p.m. Football: Farmingdale at Hempstead ........................ 2 p.m. Football: Malverne at Lawrence ................................ 2 p.m. Football: Plainedge at Lynbrook ................................ 2 p.m. Football: Garden City at Mepham ............................ 2 p.m. Football: South Side at Floral Park............................ 2 p.m. Football: Bethpage at Wantagh ................................. 2 p.m. Football: Mineola at Kennedy ................................... 2 p.m.
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Seaford’s running back duo of sophomore Brian Falk and senior Aiden Calvacca proved lethal in last Friday night’s road game at Malverne with first place on the line. The duo combined for 306 yards in a commanding 31-7 win that positions Seaford for the top seed in the Nassau Conference IV football playoffs. “We feel like we have two really good running backs in Calvacca and Falk so it is tough to key on one,” third year Seaford head coach Mike Corcoran. “It took awhile to get it going but the line started to get a good push going in the second half against a tough defense to run on.” The win moved Seaford to 6-1 with one game remaining. Malverne, which was down three key players, dropped its second straight to fall to 5-2. After leading 7-0 at halftime, the Seaford ground game took over in the second half to help the Vikings dominate time of possession. Falk finished with 206 yards and Calvacca amassed 100. Falk capped off an extended opening drive to open the third quarter with a 39-yard touchdown on a double reverse for a 14-0 lead. After Malverne answered with a 68-yard kickoff return touchdown from Isaiah Jolly, Seaford seized momentum back on the ensuing drive capped by a Tim Navin one-yard touchdown run. A Dan Barone 55-yard interception return then set up a 27-yard field goal from Jake Anzelone for a 24-7 lead. Barone then capped off the scoring with a nine-yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter. Seaford’s defense, which shut out Malverne’s offense, was led by 12 tackles from Falk, 11 by Calvacca and 10 from Devin O’Donnell. Senior defensive lineman Anthony Janes also recorded a sack. “I was happy with the way we tackled and how focused we were,” Corcoran said of his defense. “They have a lot of firepower.” Malverne was without star wide receiver Josiah Brown after the Penn State commit suffered a season-ending knee injury in a 21-14 loss to Cold Spring
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Malverne’s Chad Wesley tried to avoid a tough Seaford defense last Friday night in the Mules’ second loss of the year. Harbor Oct. 13. The Mules were also without the services of running backs Branden McLaughlin and Nick Brown as well as wide receiver Zavion Daniels. “We have quite a few injuries right now but still came out and gave it our best and I would like to commend the team and our coaches for dealing with the adversity,” Malverne head coach Kito Lockwood said. “Our defense was on the field the majority of the game.” The Malverne running and passing game was held largely in check by a
strong Seaford defense that has limited teams to seven points or under in six games and recorded three shutouts. Senior quarterback Chad Wesley had nine yards rushing a week after running for 43 yards in addition to completing 6-of8 pass attempts in the Cold Spring Harbor game. The Mules close the regular season at Lawrence Saturday for a 2 p.m. kickoff. Seaford’s regular season finale is scheduled for Friday evening at East Rockaway starting at 6 p.m.
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The good news for those living within the newly redrawn Nassau County Legislature district in West Hempstead and Lakeview is that — if he’s re-elected — Bill Gaylor knows how to do the job well. At least that’s what the Lynbrook Republican says after four terms, but in a district that now also includes East Rockaway, Malverne, and a small portion of Valley Stream. Since his first election in 2015, Gaylor says he’s delivered results for his constituents. Part of his focus has been on meeting people in the communities and listening to their issues. “I’ve had a lot of involvement with the civic associations and working to establish and build relationships in Lakeview and West Hempstead,” Gaylor told reporters during a recent Herald Roundtable session. “And they talk about generally the same issues that everyone else is concerned about — public safety, crime, roads and taxes.” Gaylor is a lawyer who served 23 years in the U.S. Army in the 82nd Airborne Division. When retired, Gaylor was not only a lieutenant colonel, but also a master paratrooper. Returning home, Gaylor served from the bench as a Nassau County Traffic Court judge, and was even an associate justice for the Village of Lynbrook. His experience and nearly decade of service as a legislator means Gaylor is well-versed in the needs of Nassau residents. At least according to him. First for Gaylor? Taxes. “We’ve held the line on taxes,” the legislator said. “I’ve never voted for a tax raise. In fact, we eliminated some proposed tax increases that the previous administration built in, so we actually ended up cutting tax dollars while improving resources for our police depart-
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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor is seeking re-election in a district that’s a bit different than he served on before. But it gives him a chance to meet some new neighbors, he says, and show them what he can accomplish on their behalf in Mineola. ment to keep us the safest county in the nation for its size.” Being fiscally responsible has meant the county can continue to provide resources for law enforcement. “I’m proud of working hand-in-hand with the police to keep us safe,” Gaylor said. Road safety is another important aspect of Gaylor’s campaign platform. He said he will continue working
with county and town officials to improve safety of Woodfield Road, which has been one of the most dangerous roads in the county. “It’s a huge concern in the Lakeview and West Hempstead communities,” Gaylor said. He’ll also champion traffic-calming measures like new curbs, speed bumps and pedestrian crosswalks. However, these measures cannot be implemented in a few short weeks. “Nothing is ever quick,” Gaylor said. “People want to know why we can’t just fix Woodfield Road tomorrow and be done with it. These projects take time with traffic studies and a contract process. But we are seeing a lot of good things for road safety.” Gaylor added that he has requested the county’s public works department to begin a study of Ocean Avenue in East Rockaway to improve safety, especially near East Rockaway Junior/Senior High School. “There is heavy traffic and no curbing in places with people double-parked on the sidewalk,” Gaylor said. “Kids can’t walk safely. I asked DPW to start a traffic study to see what we can do around the school to make it safer. Something’s got to be done in that area.” Gaylor is in favor of smart housing in the right places that local governments have control over. He also supports the Las Vegas Sands casino around Nassau Coliseum. “That will be a huge economic boon for not only this county, but this region,” Gaylor said. “We’ve had countless hours of testimony from the public as part of the process, and there were not many people from my district who objected to it.”
Scheiner offers experience, fresh perspective By NICOLE FORMISANO nformisano@liherald.com
Though younger than typical candidates running for office, Jake Scheiner says he still has the experience, know-how and drive of a political veteran. The 28-year old Democrat from Lynbrook wants to rebuild people’s trust in politics, one pothole at a time, as he seeks to replace Bill Gaylor on the Nassau County Legislature. It’s a redrawn district, which means an incumbent might not have the same advantage he might otherwise have. So Scheiner has been out knocking on doors, and says more than 3,000 of those doors have been opened for him. “A lot of people in this district, they’ve never had a candidate knocking on their door,” Scheiner told reporters as part of a recent Herald Roundtable session. “So, a lot of people have seen me on their Ring doorbell.” Scheiner’s seemingly old-school methods let people show him problems that others often overlook — a pesky pothole, a dangerous tree, an invasive plant species in the park. When someone brings a problem to his attention, Scheiner says he sends out a letter requesting the local municipality take action. So far, he says he has sent more than 4,000 such letters. “The issues that I focus on transcend partisan politics,” Scheiner said. “It doesn’t matter if you’re Democrat or Republican, we all want to see red light camera ticket fees in Nassau County to come down.” Scheiner’s background has made him skilled in working with people of all interests and affiliations, he said. He was campaign manager for U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi. He is the director for the American Israel Pub-
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Jake Scheiner is making his first run for public office running for the Nassau County Legislature seat currently held by Bill Gaylor. But he says he’s isn’t waiting to be elected — he has already started working for the people. lic Affairs Committee, where he is a self-described prodemocracy activist. He’s also the vice president at Simon Paston & Sons insurance agency, where he helps business owners and homeowners navigate the markets, seeing firsthand how difficult it is to own a home or maintain a business on Long Island these days.
Scheiner’s platform focuses on making Long Island more affordable for the middle class. He wants to see property tax fees capped, red light camera fees reduced, and what he describes as price gouging by utility companies like Liberty Water ended. “What can we do to ease the burden on everyday folks?” Scheiner asked. “We want to have a good quality of life. We want to be able to afford to live here and to continue living here.” That kind of direct communication is what Scheiner says is missing from politics these days — people feel their vote doesn’t matter. Or, their representatives won’t advocate for their interests. Scheiner wants to ensure his would-be constituents he will fight for them — and to him, that’s about showing that he is accessible and responsive. If elected, he wants to do a series of local community town halls to hear directly from neighbors. Scheiner also has ideas on how to rebuild people’s trust in democracy and their elected officials. As a legislator, he’d like to introduce participatory budgeting. Each Nassau County legislator gets money to be used at their discretion. He would allocate a portion of his budget to be used as the public sees fit. The percentage of the vote that is attributed to a certain budget item is the percentage of money that item will receive. “Under this system, residents would actually be able to vote firsthand on how their tax dollars are spent,” he said. Scheiner was taught that if you want the job, just start doing it — so his campaign season has been all about showing voters that he’s a man of action rather than just talk. “There’s politics, and then there’s governing,” Scheiner said. “Come Nov. 8, the politics is over, and now it’s time to do the work.”
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SuperviSor — Town of HeMpSTeAD on the issues: said he has heard frequently from Donald X. Claving is residents that they seeking reelection as appreciate the way supervisor of the officials in the Town Town of Hempstead. of Hempstead work Clavin was first across the political elected supervisor in aisle. 2019, and was “When residents re-elected in 2021. look at D.C. or up in The Republican served Albany, all they see 18 years as the town’s Donald is dysfunction,” receiver of taxes. Clavin said. “In the Clavin’s top issue is Clavin Town of Hempstead, taxes. He said he is Party: Republican, we work together, proud of keeping Conservative and we are a taxes low while bipartisan maintaining services. government.” “We’ve maintained Clavin said he wants to taxes while enhancing services,” continue to create smart housing Clavin said. in the right communities while “In my first four budgets, we’ve addressing critical infrastructure either frozen or cut taxes. And, throughout the town. at the same time, we’ve invested millions of dollars into our parks and roads, and that’s because we work together.” Clavin said if reelected he would continue to work in a bipartisan manner to improve the town for all residents. He
housing apartments. on the issues: Nicks also she Olena Nicks is a would increase remarkably-driven transparency and person focused on accessibility helping her throughout the community. She town. Hempstead, serves with her local she added, must fire department, provide materials in library board, and multiple languages, school district. and improve its Nicks, a Democrat, website. Olena is making her second Similar to tax run for town-wide Nicks workshops offered office, after an Party: Democrat, throughout the unsuccessful Working Families town, Nicks wants to campaign for clerk in create seminars in 2021. multiple languages Nicks said one of to better reach more people. her main ideas is for Hempstead She also wants to expand the to address housing needs for all. town’s use of social media — and Nicks is in favor of creating make it, too, available in housing in the right multiple languages — to give communities, not simply people quick recaps of board dumping apartment complexes meetings and important notices. in every neighborhood, or She also favors having board neighborhoods already saturated meeting agenda and minutes with apartments. To that end, if posted online in more languages elected, Nicks would create a than just English. community task force to identify proper locations for affordable
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“Unfortunately, the only mailings that Susan Cools has run we’ve been receiving her campaign for lately are very Hempstead Town Clerk expensive,” Cools said. on a platform of They are “very large, transparency — color, glossy postcards, something she says is telling us to oppose the currently lacking with things that Gov. (Kathy) the current town clerk, Hochul is doing.” and which she wants to Cools has nearly four restore. decades of community President of the Susan service under her belt, Baldwin education Cools including not one, but board, Cools believes it’s five stints as president important for taxpayers Party: Democrat of the Baldwinto know how their Rockville Centre Rotary money is spent, and it’s Club. She also spent the job of the clerk to time the parent ensure they find out. association where her kids went to “One of the biggest problems in the school Town of Hempstead is that eight out “I’ve worked very hard to work for of 10 people — you ask if they know the community, and even surrounding what the Town of Hempstead does, communities, throughout the entire people don’t know,” she says. “If you time I’ve lived in New York,” she said. ask them if they have any idea what Becoming town clerk would be the service that their tax money goes to, next logical step in Cools’ political most people don’t know. And I think career. But she says that’s not the only that’s unfortunate.” And there are ways local electeds reason she’s running. can reach out to constituents, Cools “I just think that there’s always said. And two of them are as simple things that can be done to help as social media, and the old U.S. mail. improve a system,” she said.
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her office moving, and even officiated those Many might see Kate weddings over Zoom. Murray as the great Murray implemented woman who has presided a sticker-less parking over many a marriage in pass system she piloted Nassau County over the in Oceanside, and even past several years, but she implemented ways for has a track record in people to register their politics that goes back license plates online quite a bit — and with — and have public some extraordinary safety officers check accomplishments along Kate plates digitally — to the way. Murray ensure vehicles using In fact, this current run the system are as clerk wasn’t even Party: Republican, registered. Murray’s first time in the Conservative She’s also responsible position. That was for the town’s “Oneactually in 2002 — until Stop Passport Shop,” she was elevated to town and pushed for the construction of a supervisor a year later. It was a $6 million facility for Hempstead’s position she held until 2016, before Anchor program that would make returning to the clerk’s office. way for aquatic, athletic, theatre and Before that, she was the first social programs. woman from the area to be elected to She has stayed close to her the Assembly — a position she held Levittown roots, remaining active with until 2001 — and even made a run for the historical society there, as well as Nassau County District Attorney in 2015, losing to Madeline Singas. Kiwanis and the Levittown Murray has touted her role in Community Council. She’s also a keeping Hempstead going, even member of Irish-Americans in when times were rough, like during Government and the Irish Repertory the coronavirus pandemic. She kept Theatre.
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understand their taxes, how they can reduce Jeanine Driscoll has their tax burden, and spent more than 30 years discovering where practicing law while exactly their money raising five children with goes. her husband, Dan, in Driscoll earned their Bellerose home. degrees from The Family is important to Catholic University of Driscoll, whose father America in Washington immigrated from as well as Fordham Venezuela, to raise her University School of and her three siblings in Jeanine Law in Manhattan. Queens. Driscoll She was president of On top of all that, the Junior Women’s Driscoll has also been Party: Republican, Club of Bellerose, as Conservative Hempstead’s receiver of well as the Floral Park taxes — a role she hopes Memorial PTSA. She voters will continue to also was part of the entrust to her when they Floral Park-Bellerose school district’s go to the polls for early voting, and budget advisory committee, and well the election itself next month. as the strategic planning committee. Driscoll’s top priority, according to If re-elected, Driscoll says she will her website, is to continue enhancing continue working to put Nassau services offered by her office in what County “in the right direction,” while she describes as a fiscally responsible fostering the well-being of all the manner. She says she is committed to communities, and the people who live reducing spending all while running within them. an efficient and responsive office at the service of taxpayers. That will come through continued seminars she’s been hosting through her time in office, helping people
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think it was wise for Hempstead to pull so Michael Reid is a much money from its retired hospital EMS reserves to fund the supervisor who has budget. worked as an instructor In fact, Reid said the for what is now town could save money Northwell Health, and by cutting down on also for New York City’s mailings. 911 system. When he was named But what he’s wanted a Herald Person of the the most in the past few Year in 2015, Reid was years is a chance to serve Michael lauded for his work the people of his Reid founding the Bellmorecommunity — this time Merrick Heroin Task as the new receiver of Party: Democrat Force, and even taxes for the Town of becoming a certified Hempstead. trainer in administering Reid has run for other Narcan — an opioid offices in the past, antidote that can potentially stop a including the Hempstead Town heroin overdose. Council in 2015, and a pair of runs for What also got attention for Reid the Assembly, losing both times to during that first election for the David McDonough. Hempstead Town Council was his During his town council run, Reid commitment to running a clean expressed concern about the heroin campaign. epidemic on Long Island, and has “Lately, too many news stories made it clear he has no sympathy for drug dealers. about elected officials show that some But more on the financial front, he involved in politics are less interested did mention that while he was OK in helping the community, and more with how the town managed its interested in helping themselves,”he finances at the time, Reid did not said at the time.
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Village of Lynbrook Associate Justice. Bill Gaylor has Gaylor said being represented Legislative fiscally responsible has District 6 since meant the county can November 2015, but continue to provide due to mandated resources for law redistricting, the maps enforcement. “I’m have changed. The proud of working redrawn districts mean hand-in-hand with the that Lynbrook, East police to keep us safe,” Rockaway, Malverne, he said. Lakeview, West C. William Gaylor said he will Hempstead and a small Gaylor advocate for trafficportion of Valley Stream calming measures like will be in District 14 next Party: Republican, new curbs, speed year. Conservative bumps and pedestrian Gaylor is seeking crosswalks. However, reelection for a fifth these measures cannot term to continue to be implemented in a few short achieve results for residents. He said weeks. part of his focus has been on Gaylor added that he has meeting people in the communities requested the county’s Department now included in District 14, and of Public Works begin a study of listening to their issues. Ocean Avenue in East Rockaway to Gaylor is a lawyer who served 23 improve safety, especially near East years in the U.S. Army in the 82nd Rockaway Junior/Senior High School. Airborne Division. He retired from Gaylor said he is in favor of smart the Army with the rank of housing in the right places that local Lieutenant Colonel and is a Master governments have control over. He Paratrooper. also supports the Las Vegas Sands Gaylor is a former Nassau County casino around Nassau Coliseum. Traffic Court Judge, and former
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He is the director for the American Israel It’s Jake Scheiner’s Public Affairs first time running for Committee where he is office, but he has all the a pro-democracy political know-how of a activist. veteran. His platform focuses Scheiner is running in on making Long Island the newly-redrawn more affordable for District 14, which consists the middle class. of Lynbrook, East Scheiner wants to see Rockaway, Malverne, property tax fees West Hempstead, and Jake capped, red light parts of Oceanside and Scheiner camera fees reduced, Valley Stream. and what he describes Scheiner’s old-school Party: Democrat as price gouging by methods let people private-public utility show him problems that companies like Liberty others often overlook — Water ended. a pesky pothole, a As a legislator, he’d like to dangerous tree, an invasive plant introduce participatory budgeting. species in the park. He would allocate a portion of his When someone brings a problem budget to be used as the public sees to his attention, he sends out a letter fit. requesting the local municipality to The percentage of the vote that is take action. He has sent over 4,000 attributed to a certain budget item is letters on behalf of community the percentage of money that item members. will receive. Scheiner’s background has made Scheiner wants to make him skilled in working with people democracy participatory again. of all interests and affiliations. He was campaign manager for Democratic U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi.
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GENERAL ELECTION Candidates Extending Sewage Project Debt Exclusion From Debt Limit The proposed amendment to Article 7, Section 5 of the Constitution extends for 10 years the authority of counties, cities, towns and villages to remove from their constitutional debt limits debt for the construction of sewage facilities. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? Removal of Small City School Districts from Special Constitutional Debt Limitation The proposed amendment to Article 8, Section 4 of the Constitution removes the special constitutional debt limitation now placed on small city school districts, so they will be treated the same as all other school districts. Shall the proposed amendment be approved?
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alleviate the burden on constituents. Recycling He believes that ash from recycled community involvement goods could be used in is one of the most roads and steel, he said. important parts of Another creative serving on the town revenue generator council. His involvement could be through kelp. in the Elmont Little It could be used as a League, Knights of food source and Columbus and Franklin fertilizer. “The Town of Square Lions Club — Hempstead owns where he is president Tom 116,000 acres of — are some ways that Muscarella waterways that we can the Republican stays in actually make so that the know. His father’s Party: Republican, we can get revenues. words that “If the good Conservative So, the taxpayer will people don’t participate benefit from where and pay attention, it they live.” leaves it up to others — He focuses on curb appeal and it’s an unknown,” have stuck with throughout his communities. From him. He makes it his mission to be in clean sidewalks to general street the loop within the communities. vanity, he believes when things are in He prides himself on practicing an orderly fashion, residents can feel “good government,” paying attention good about the communities they call to the needs of the villages. home. The town has invested in roads, As for taxation within Hempstead, he says, from street sweeps to road he has held the line on taxes for the maintenance. town. Ramped up costs of food, “Lawlessness is not who we are,” utilities and rent caused by inflation Muscarella says, believing that “you’re have inspired the Republican only as good as the intel on the incumbent to look into creative street.” revenue generators that could
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meeting spaces and a casino. Concerns Transparency and included traffic flow accountability are high and quality of life priorities. He hopes to around the casino. He form better ways for the believes there is a lack town to communicate of transparency as far as with its constituents. He how members of the says this could be town council feel about achieved if the town those prospects. offered its meetings on The town’s budget is access cable channels. an issue he would like Moving meetings to Lawrence to take a fine-tooth nighttime could also Nedelka comb to. Mailer costs allow constituents to could be minimized if attend meeting after Party: Democrat the town sent out a work and actively quarterly bulletin of its participate in their local programs, he says. government past the His background election. working in the private and public Hub development could be a sectors, with a specialization in driving force of economic finance have prepared him for the development within the county. job. He served as deputy commissioner Nedelka thinks that the construction of jurors in Nassau County for the and increased availability of state’s court system. affordable housing in the town would Hearing people out on the local be one way to achieve this end. level is not a facet of local However, he’s not for development government’s importance that falters everywhere. He’s heard out concerns with Nedelka. Keeping in touch with from residents regarding plans by the problems at the local level is one of Las Vegas Sands to reinvigorate the the most important jobs an elected Nassau Coliseum with a number of official has. offerings like hotels, stores, public
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Hempstead Caring Hearts, a non-profit Indgrid Izaguirre, a specializing in providing Democrat and longtime housing assistance to Valley Stream resident, vulnerable populations, considers herself a to help find a stable community outreach housing situation for specialist whose steadily displaced migrants with forged an intimate little financial recourse. knowledge of the A Honduran native various services offered — and one of seven by social service agencies children — she watched and nonprofits. She Ingrid her immigrant parents made a brief stint as a Izaguirre struggle from fighting volunteer rookie first to learn English, to responder in the Valley Party: Democrat lacking the benefits of Stream Fire Departmentan American education. Rescue 347 — and tried Her life experience her hand at local politics, motivates her core in an unsuccessful bid for belief that a community leader, much Valley Stream village trustee in 2015. less an elected official, should reflect The thrust of Izaguirre’s political compassion and care for the people philosophy has centered around she serves, and actively help them empowering individuals in need with however she can. the right sort of resources and Izaguirre believes tackling connecting them to a trusted support longstanding issues like network. overdevelopment and repairing roads Drawing from her experience in and basic services requires someone to Medicaid managed care, she’s worked closely with Círculo de la Hispanidad be present and actively listen to in Long Beach, to provide vulnerable concerns. populations with access to medical A top priority of Izaguirre’s coverage. She’s coordinated with platform is safety.
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stroke suffered in utero. Her involvement Melissa “Missy” Miller, with the a Republican and lifelong Compassionate Care resident of Atlantic Act led New York to Beach, has a paramount authorize medical focus on advocating for marijuana treatment vulnerable individuals for patients with lifeand those grappling with threatening illnesses in chronic health issues. Her 2015. political journey began In her current role as with a five-year tenure in a councilwoman, the Assembly, a position Melissa Miller’s commitment to she left due to family Miller assisting the vulnerable medical concerns and the remains unwavering. departure of Bruce Party: Republican, She aims to enhance Blakeman, who was Conservative accessibility for disabled elected as the county individuals, such as executive. Miller’s ensuring that town primary objective is to beaches offer access to the high-tide serve as a voice for the most water line with beach rollout mats. marginalized people in her area and She is fervently dedicated to making a state. positive impact in the lives of those Before her time in the Assembly, with special needs or disabilities, a Miller served as an advocate for commitment inspired by her own chronic health issues through experiences. Compassionate Care New York, a Miller also underscores the group dedicated to supporting patients and providers in advocating importance of integrating the for individuals facing serious illnesses. perspective of those living with these This personal connection is driven by challenges into the policymaking her son, Oliver, who confronted process. medical challenges stemming from a
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Lynbrook Cares Committee and Laura Ryder’s Lynbrook Community appointment as a Chest, showcases her member of the dedication to helping Hempstead Town the elderly and those Board, representing the with disabilities. 4th Council District, She has received came four months after multiple awards for her predecessor, her contributions, Anthony D’Esposito, demonstrating her was elected to commitment to public Congress. Laura service. Ryder’s track record Ryder Laura Ryder’s as a trustee in Lynbrook appointment has earned her Party: Republican, represents a community recognition, Conservative continuation of particularly for her community-focused efforts to enhance leadership and public humanitarian initiatives service in the Hempstead Town in the area. She is committed to continuing Board. her community-focused work as a councilwoman, aiming to improve the quality of life for residents. Ryder’s experience as a Lynbrook Village Board member during the Covid-19 pandemic demonstrated her ability to manage village finances and day-to-day operations effectively. Ryder’s involvement in humanitarian organizations, including the
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to find solutions that allow extended family Darien Ward, running members to remain in for the position of their communities, Hempstead town offering both young councilman in the 4th and older residents a District, is committed to decent standard of bringing government living until they can closer to the people. His afford campaign centers on homeownership. making the local Ward also plans to government more address issues related accessible and Darien to sanitation, law responsive to the needs Ward enforcement, and of the community. access to community Ward’s involvement Party: Democrat parks. These matters with the Baldwin Civic Association since 2011 are vital to has demonstrated his maintaining the dedication to preserving suburban quality of the unity of Baldwin, which was life on Long Island while divided by recent redistricting. acknowledging the need for Ward’s vision is to make additional housing. government more “hands on” and Darien Ward’s candidacy is rooted ensure that residents have a voice in in a commitment to community decision-making. If elected, he will unity, accessibility, and addressing work to increase community critical issues that affect the daily engagement by having a more lives of Baldwin residents. If elected, significant presence on the ground he intends to fulfill his promise of and addressing issues directly. bringing government closer to the Affordable housing is a key people and being a responsive concern for Ward, recognizing the advocate for his constituents. high costs on Long Island. He aims
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Let a mad scientist’s lair take over your home By Karen Bloom
he countdown is on to spooking and assorted revelry. The signs of that festive day are all around us as those ghouls, witches and wizards — along with princesses, pirates, etc. — look forward to Oct. 31.
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So, throw on a costume and act like a kid — with or without the kids. Transform your house into Frankenstein’s lab with a few party tricks and Halloween goodies. Set the scene with a mad scientist-themed sweets table, and carry it home with a crazy good menu featuring frightfully yummy appetizers, some mocktails for the kids (and non-drinkers in your crowd) and, of course, treats.
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• 6 cups water • 1 cup white sugar • 1 (6 ounce) package lime-flavored gelatin mix • 1 (46 fluid ounce) can pineapple juice • 2 quarts orange juice • 1/2 cup lemon juice • 2 (2 liter) bottles chilled lemon-lime soda Mix water, sugar, and gelatin mix in a large saucepan and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and cook at a boil, whisking frequently, until gelatin and sugar have dissolved, about 3 minutes. Stir pineapple juice, orange juice, and lemon juice into gelatin mixture and transfer into resealable plastic bags. Place in freezer until slushy, about 4 hours.
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It’s not a mad scientist Halloween party without Frankenstein. This easy Frankenstein cake makes a big statement, a fantastic centerpiece for your sweets table and will make others green with envy over your decorating skills. • 6 cups favorite cake recipe or mix • 4 cups white ready-to-use decorator icing • Green food coloring • Black icing (in pouch with tips) • Large candy eyeballs Tools needed: • 6-by-3-inch round pan • 10-by-16-inch cooling grid • Cake plate • Cake leveler • 13-inch angled spatula • 12-inch disposable decorating bags Prepare cake according to instructions and make two layers using 6-inch round pans. Bake and cool on cooling grid. Prepare green icing. Stack layers on cake plate for a two-layer cake, using leveler as needed. Ice cake sides smooth. Use black pouch icing without tip to cover top of cake. Use tip of spatula to create spiral effect. Use black pouch icing with star tip to pipe pull-out bangs around top edge and two hair strands on cake top.
The Brooklyn-based comedian is back with his latest off-Broadway comedy special, ‘Colin Quinn: Small Talk.’ Quinn is most widely known for political humor, but his ‘Small Talk’ comedy show has a different focus: the art of charisma. In his latest attempt at humor, Colin breaks down the one area he’s actually gifted in: personality. He has been chatting it up with friends, family, municipal employees and counter people his whole life, and now he can wants to teach everyone how to stop sucking the energy out of the room. Quinn’s most recent stage show, 2021’s ‘The Last Best Hope,’ combined a similar premise (Quinn’s charisma) with his trademark political comedy, focusing on why his is a voice worth listening to in today’s social-media saturated age where everyone has a platform. Quinn has indeed built a sizable social media platform, with more than 500,000 followers on X — formerly known as Twitter — alone, but he’s a stalwart of the in-person New York City comedy scene, too. Friday, Oct. 27, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. (516) 299-3100, or TillesCenter.org.
Spooky Graveyard Pie
Eventually the monster’s lair will lead out to the “graveyard.” Set the mood with this treat. • 3 cups (about 32) finely ground chocolate sandwich cookies, divided • 3 tablespoons melted butter • 1 can (12 fluid ounces) evaporated milk • 1 3/4 cups (11.5-ounce package) milk chocolate morsels • 2 large egg yolks • 2 tablespoons cornstarch • 8 chocolate filled vanilla wafer cookies • Black and purple decorator writing gels • Assorted Halloween candies Combine 1-1/2 cups cookie crumbs and butter in 9-inch pie plate. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and upsides of pie plate. Set aside remaining 1 1/2 cups crumbs for dirt topping. Whisk together evaporated milk, egg yolks and cornstarch in medium saucepan. Heat over mediumlow heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is very hot and thickens slightly; do not boil. Remove from heat; stir in morsels until completely melted and mixture is smooth. Pour into crust. Sprinkle with remaining 1-1/2 cups cookie crumbs. Press crumbs down gently. Refrigerate for 3 hours or until set. Decorate cookie tombstones with writing gels as desired; let set. Insert tombstones around edge of pie. With spoon, mound cookie crumbs to form “fresh graves.” Decorate graveyard with candy to make the pie as spooky as you want it to be! Makes 8 servings.
Pink Talking Fish Three mammoth bands. Three musical phenomenons. One idea inspired by love of the music. That’s Pink Talking Fish, who visit the Landmark stage with their hybrid tribute fusion act. Pink Floyd, The Talking Heads and Phish are all more than just bands to Eric Gould on bass, Richard James on keyboards, Zack Burwick on drums, and Cal Kehoe on guitar. PTF has discovered that fusing the material together creates an amazing story. The epic emotion of Pink Floyd. The funky, dance-able layerings of The Talking Heads. The styles, unique compositional structures and pure fun of Phish — to merge these three into one gives music lovers a special experience. Discovering connections is part of the fun: Pink Floyd’s ‘On The Run’ seamlessly fitting in the middle of the composition of Phish’s ‘You Enjoy Myself.’ Perfectly placing Phish’s ‘Sand’ into the groove of The Talking Head’s ‘Slippery People,’ and more. Saturday, Oct. 28, 8 p.m. $45 and $40. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (917) 567-5842 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.
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The Joni Project visits the Landmark stage, Friday, Nov. 10, 8 p.m., celebrating Joni Mitchell’s 80th birthday. The musically sophisticated band is fronted by remarkable multi-instrumentalist and singer Katie Pearlman, who impressively plays Joni’s songs in their original open guitar tunings, and also includes jazz and jam band mainstays Dave Berg (guitar), Dan Ehrlich (bass), Alan Lerner (drums), Mark Mancini (keyboards), Steve Finklestein (percussion), Premik Russell Tubbs (saxophone and flute) and Victoria Faiella (backing vocals). Collectively, they’ve performed with members of the Grateful Dead, The Band, The Doors, the Neville Brothers, and many others. Together, they bring fresh interpretation to Joni’s legendary tunes from their many eras and genres — particularly from the time of her stunning and dynamic collaboration with Jaco Pastorius, Pat Metheny and Michael Brecker. From the deep folk roots of her musical beginnings, Joni’s music evolved over the years to include elements of funk, rock and the full palette of harmonic colors embodied by modern jazz. Her brilliantly original chord progressions were paired with beautifully crafted melodies adorned by lyrics of unmatched poetic profundity to create some of the most powerfully enduring and well-loved songs of all time. Perlman faithfully performs in true Joni style, her tunings remain as fresh today as they were when first performed. $45, $39. $33. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (917) 567-5842 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.
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On exhibit View the landmark exhibition “Modigliani and the Modern Portrait,” at Nassau County Museum of Art. Devoted to the way that Modigliani powerfully re-defined the art of portraiture, the show includes his masterworks along with paintings and drawings by his Parisian contemporaries (Picasso, van Dongen, Laurencin). Modigliani’s enduring influence on artists even in our own time is shown in a selection of Contemporary paintings by such important figures as David Hockney, Eric Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton and others. The exhibition is being curated by Dr. Kenneth Wayne, founder of The Modigliani Project, which authenticates paintings and drawings (two of the works in the show have been recently approved by the committee). Through Nov. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
See “Alabama Story,” presented by Nassau Community College Theater and Dance Thursday through Saturday, oct. 26-28, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 29, 2 p.m.; panel discussion follows Sunday performance at 4:30 p.m., discussing book banning and censorship. Also online streaming show, Nov. 3. Kenneth Jones’ new play is based on the real life story of Emily Wheelock Reed, a librarian who defended a book that caused a minor uproar in 1959 Alabama. A gentle children’s book with an apparent hidden message stirs the passions of a segregationist state senator, just as the civil rights movement is flowering. A contrasting story of childhood friends — an African American man and a woman of white privilege, reunited in adulthood in Montgomery that same year — provides private counterpoint to the public events of the play. Nassau Community College’s LittleTheatre, Garden City. Tickets $12; NCC students free with valid ID; $10 veterans, alumni, seniors 60+, students and NCC employees. For tickets/ information, email throff@ ncc. Edu or call (516) 5727676.
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Art classes Nassau County Museum of Art welcomes those interested in improving their art skills or those who simply want to explore their creativity to participate in one of their many stimulating classes. The fall schedule includes Watercolor Florals: Beginner to intermediate levels (adults and teens 16+), Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Nov. 2-Dec. 14. $300, $270 members. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. For information and to register visit NassauMuseum.org or call (516) 484-9338.
Breastfeeding Support Group Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.
Día de los Muertos Bring the family to Nassau County Museum of Art, Saturday, Nov. 4, when everyone can immerse themselves in the Mexican tradition of Day of the Dead. Participate in family art making, a Spanish and English language story time, music, traditional foods, and a display of artwork by a local Mexican-American visual artist exploring cultural themes. Choose from two sessions, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. Suitable for children aged 2-14 and their adult companions. Everyone may participate in art making and each adult attending must purchase a spot. This is not a drop-off event. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. $20 non-member adult, $10 member adult, $10 nonmember child. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9338 or NassauMuseum.org.
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Dog Days Weekend Enjoy the glorious grounds of Old Westbury Gardens with your pooch (leashed of course), Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 28-29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. With dog parade and costume contest on Sunday, 3-5 p.m. Prizes awarded to best dog costumes, including Prettiest, Most Handsome, Most Original, Best Duo or Group, Funniest. Costume contest participants must register at the map stand by 2:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchase for weekend events required. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.
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For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour, Friday, Oct. 27, noon-1 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 29, 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 30, noon-1 p.m. Be introduced to the intensive labor required to create the lifestyle experienced by the Phipps family and their guests; tour the many rooms that were “behind the scenes” to create the formal dining experiences of early 20th century. Go along the corridors to the butler’s pantry and silver cleaning room then descend the 17 steps to the kitchen, scullery, and wine storage rooms located on the ground floor. Reservations required. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.
Spooky Fest is back A Halloween experience not to be missed, Spooky Fest is an outdoor adventure perfect for families who don’t want to be scared — or maybe just a little. Join in the fun at the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. Along the way in the updated and beautifully lit up, Enchanted Walk you will see dinosaurs, aliens and friendly witches, costumed characters and more. Get your fortune told, make a craft and danceg with the Halloween DJ, along with face painting and the new Amazing Glow tent. For those who want to get a little scared, venture into the Dino Woods. Be on the lookout for the Zombie Robotic Dinosaurs. 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre. Visit CSTL.org for more information.
Haunted mysteries Join author and historian Kerriann Flanagan Brosky as she uncovers ghastly historical crimes on Long Island, Sunday, Oct. 29, at 3 p.m., at Malverne Historical Society House. True crimes and why people are led to commit them have fascinated people for centuries. In “Historic Crimes of Long Island; Misdeeds from the 1600s to the 1950s,” the award-winning author uncovers some of the most ghastly historical crimes committed on Long Island. Brosky will be joined by paranormal investigator Joe Giaquinto. Book sale and signing to follow. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Seating is limited. 369 Ocean Ave. For tickets, contact Diane at (516) 812-3909.
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LEGAL NOTICE The independent audit of the Malverne UFSD for school year 2022/2023 has been completed and is available for reviewing in the Central Office located at the Malverne Business Office. If you are interested, please contact the District Clerk ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT June 30, 2023 Board of Education Malverne Union Free School District Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York ANALYSIS OF GENERAL FUND FUND BALANCE Fund balance July 1, 2022 Add: Revenues Real property taxes Other tax items Charges for service Use of money & property Sale of property and compensation for loss Miscellaneous State sources Medicaid reimbursement Less:
Expenditures General support Instruction Pupil transportation Employee benefits Debt service
Other financing sources and uses Operating transfers in Operating transfer (out)
$ 9,759,929 42,872,438 4,710,073 269,446 529,174 12,991 314,458 14,945,964 73,101
63,727,645
(1,223,335)
100,046 1,267,592 2,549,452 529,821 1,079,018 1,762,708 216,415 56,788
7,561,840
Assigned appropriated for subsequent year expenditures Assigned unappropriated fund balance - encumbrances
100,000 312,720
412,720
134,799
$
2,749,076
$
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ANALYSIS OF SPECIAL AID FUND FUND BALANCE
Less:
Revenues Miscellaneous State sources Federal sources
3,916 549,276 2,217,008
Expenditures General support Instruction Pupil transportation
312,861 2,314,410 119,861
2,747,132
130,113 (153,181)
(23,068)
Other financing sources and uses Operating transfer in Operating transfer (out) Assigned Unappropriated Fund Balance June 30, 2023
2,770,200
$
-
$
175,470
ANALYSIS OF SCHOOL LUNCH FUND FUND BALANCE Fund balance July 1, 2022 Add:
Less:
Revenues Use of money and property State sources Federal sources Sales
448 15,198 584,852 299,356
899,854
Expenditures Employee benefits Cost of Sales
11,182 869,348
880,530
Other financing sources and uses Operating transfer in
52,988
Fund Balance Nonspendable fund balance: inventory Assigned Unappropriated fund balance June 30, 2023
$
1,131 246,651
ANALYSIS OF CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND FUND BALANCE Fund balance July 1, 2022 Add: Revenues State Sources Less: Expenditures Capital outlay Other financing sources and uses Proceeds of debt
$ 1,579,235 434,971
434,971
1,284,014
1,284,014
79,160
ANALYSIS OF EXTRACLASSROOM ACTIVITIES FUND BALANCE Fund balance July 1, 2022 Add: Revenues Miscellaneous 143,818 Less:
Add:
61,405,804
Fund Balance Nonspendable fund balance: prepaids Restricted reserves: Unemployment insurance Teachers’ retirement system contribution Employees’ retirement system contribution Liability Employee benefit accrued liability Capital Repair Debt
Add:
Fund Balance Restricted Capital Unassigned fund balance (deficit) June 30, 2023
Less:
154,766 (1,378,101)
Fund balance July 1, 2022
1,195,000 (1,585)
Expenditures Instruction 136,038 Assigned Unappropriated Fund Balance June 30, 2023
ANALYSIS OF SCHOLARSHIPS FUND FUND BALANCE Fund balance July 1, 2022
5,970,732 36,986,053 3,595,056 12,078,699 2,775,264
Unassigned fund balance June 30, 2023
Operating transfer in Operating transfer (out)
1,272,575
$
2,432,562 (429,795)
$
63,387 143,818
$
136,038 71,167
$
19,872
Revenues Use of money and property Miscellaneous
272 2,850
3,122
Expenditures Instruction
3,885
3,885
Fund Balance Restricted Scholarships
19,109
Assigned Unappropriated fund balance June 30, 2023
$
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1234582 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS THE TRUSTEE FOR THE BROUGHAM FUND I TRUST, Plaintiff against MAX NOEL, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered February 6, 2014, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 88 Wolf Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565. Sec 35 Block 233 Lot 91. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Malverne, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $757,222.29 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 006044/2008. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the
Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Gerald Wright, Esq., Referee NY-52600060-16 142420 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232
LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, V. MELVIN D. BOONE, ET. AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 20, 2022, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT is the Plaintiff and MELVIN D. BOONE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on November 14, 2023 at
2:00PM, premises known as 370 MELVIN AVENUE, WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552: Section 35, Block 604, Lot 62: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE NEAR ROCKVILLE CENTERS, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK, Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 600721/2018. Rita Solomon, 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. 142416 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF8 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, Plaintiff against FRANCISCO GOMEZ A/K/A FRANSISCO GOMEZ, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered July 26, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme
Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 474 Roy Street, West Hempstead, NY 11552. Sec 35 Block 315 Lot 274, 275 and 276. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Munston, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $867,146.88 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 007639/2016. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Rita Solomon, Esq., Referee 01800000539-1 142422 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Plaintiff AGAINST Lisa Pearce a/k/a Lisa Williamson; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 4, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 15, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 480 Hopatcong Avenue, West Hempstead, NY 11552. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Lakeview, near Rockville Center, in the Town of Hempstead, County of
Nassau, State of New York, Section 35 Block 460 Lot 853. Approximate amount of judgment $287,760.20 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 602518/2018. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Russell S. Burman, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: September 22, 2023 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 142424 Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU ONEWEST BANK, FSB Plaintiff, Against LISA BELL MATTHEWS, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/14/2017, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, The North Front Steps of the Nassau County Courthouse, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. This Auction will be held rain or shine on 11/20/2023 at 2:00 P.M., premises known as 841 Woodfield Road, West Hempstead, New York 11552, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being At Lakeview, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, City and State of New York. Section 35 Block 604 Lot 67 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $669,160.70 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 004789/2011 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. Malachy P Lyons, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 MIDLAND AVENUE, SUITE 205, PORT CHESTER, NY 10373 Dated: 9/28/2023 File Number: 272-3363 RS 142618
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Security Holders Owning or Holding 1 Percent or More of Total Amount of Bonds, M o r t g a g e s, o r O t h e r Securities: None. 12 Not applicable. 1 3 . P u b l i c a t i o n Ti t l e : MALVERNE/WEST HEMPSTEAD HERALD. 14. Issue Date for Circulation Data Below: September 28, 2022 15. Extent and Nature of Circulation: a. Total No. Copies: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 4200; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 4500. b. Paid Circulation (By Mail and Outside the Mail): (1) Mailed Outside-County Paid Subscriptions stated on Form 3541: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 12; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing D a t e, 1 7 . ( 2 ) M a i l e d In-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on Form 3541: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 943; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing D a t e, 1 4 1 1 . ( 3 ) Pa i d Distribution Outside the Mails including Sales Th r o u g h D e a l e r s a n d Carriers, Street Vendors, and Counter Sales, and Other Non-USPS Paid Distribution: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 1206; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing D a t e, 1 1 7 6 . ( 4 ) Pa i d Distribution by Other Classes of Mail Through the USPS:
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f. Total Distribution: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 3539; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 3798. g. Copies Not Distributed: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 661; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 702 h. Total: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 4200; Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 4500. i. Percent Paid and/or Requested Circulation: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months, 61.06%;Actual No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date, 68.56%. 16. This Statement of Ownership will be printed in the October 26, 2023 issue of this publication. 17. Signature and Title of Editor, Publisher, Business Manager, or Owner: Stuart R i c h n e r, O w n e r ; D a t e : October 1, 2023 I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnishes false or misleading information on this form or who omits material information requested on the form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including fines and imprisonment) and/or civil sanctions (including civil penalties). 1234560
LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF ELECTION For a WATER COMMISSIONER of the West HempsteadHempstead Gardens Water District, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York. TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS of the West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens Water District: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held for West HempsteadHempstead Gardens Water District on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, between the hours of six o’clock (6) P.M. and nine o’clock (9) P.M. at the Office of the West Hempstead Water District, 575 Birch Street, West Hempstead New York, for the purpose of electing one (1) Water Commissioner for the term of three (3) years, beginning January 1, 2024 and expiring December 31, 2026. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a resolution of the Board of Water Commissioners, adopted on the 27th day of October, 1936, candidates for Water Commissioner shall file their names with the Secretary of the Board of Commissioners, at their office, 575 Birch Street, West Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, on or before the 9th day of November, 2023 and information shall be submitted in petition form subscribed to by twenty-
five (25) qualified voters of the District. Every resident of the District, who is qualified to vote for a Town officer, shall be eligible to hold the office of District Commissioner. Every elector of the Town of Hempstead, who shall have resided in West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens Water District for a period of thirty (30) days preceding the 1st day of December, 2023 and is a qualified voter, shall be entitled to vote in this election. By Order of the Board of Water Commissioners West HempsteadHempstead Gardens Water District Dated: October 20, 2023 West Hempstead, N.Y. 11552 142718
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que se llevarán a cabo elecciones para el Distrito de Agua de West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens el Martes 12 de Diciembre de 2023, entre las seis (6) p.m. y las nueve (9) p.m. en la Oficina del Distrito de Agua de West Hempstead, 575 Birch Street, West Hempstead New York con el propósito de elegir un (1) Comisionado de Agua por el período de tres (3 ) años, comenzando el 1 de Enero de 2024 y terminando el 31 de Diciembre de 2026. POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que, de conformidad con una resolución de la Junta de Comisionados del Agua, adoptada el día 27 de Octubre de 1936, los candidatos a Comisionado del Agua deberán presentar sus nombres ante el Secretario de la Junta de Comisionados, en su oficina, 575 Birch Street. , West Hempstead, Condado de Nassau, Nueva York, el día 9 de Noviembre de 2023 o antes y la información se presentará en un formulario de petición suscrita por veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del Distrito. Todo residente del Distrito que esté calificado para votar por un funcionario municipal será elegible para ocupar el cargo de Comisionado del Distrito. Todo elector de la ciudad de Hempstead, que haya
residido en el Distrito de Agua de West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens durante un período de treinta (30) días antes del 1 de Diciembre de 2023 y sea un votante calificado, tendrá derecho a votar en este elección. Por orden de la Junta de Comisionados del Agua Distrito de Agua de West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens Fecha: 20 de Octubre de 2023 West Hempstead, Nueva York 11552 142719
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICIA PÚBLICA AVISO DE ELECCIÓN Para un COMISIONADO DE AGUA del Distrito de Agua de West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens, Ciudad de Hempstead, Condado de Nassau, Estado de Nueva York. A LOS VOTANTES CALIFICADOS del Distrito de Agua de West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens:
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the MALVERNE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the MALVERNE VILLAGE HALL, 99 Church Street, Malverne, New York 11565 and will hear the following cases at 7:00 PM: King Homes Development LLC 40 Wagg Ave.: Residential “C” District Permit Application #2023-0659
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people who gathered at the church also prayed for the lives of innocent Palestinian civilians, thousands of whom have died since the conflict began. “We pray for those who are suffering,” he said. “We pray for a swift and just end to this conflict.” Elkodsi reminded the gathering of the words of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” But the friends in this community are not staying silent. The Rev. David Anglada, of Grace Lutheran Church, and many of the church’s congregants joined last Sunday’s show of support. “In the beginning of the Holocaust and during the Holocaust, the interfaith community was silent,” Anglada said. “And when you’re silent, you’re complicit. But today our light is shining, because we are here to say no. No to violence.” Several times since the attacks, Shaaray Shalom joined other places of worship — including the Malverne and Val-
ley Stream Jewish centers and Orthodox congregations in West Hempstead — Young Israel, Anshei Shalom, Bais Torah U’Tefilah and others — to pray together and share their experiences. “We all appreciate the opportunity to get together, number one with our fellow Jews, and number two, we appreciate the support of the non-Jews in the community who reached out to us,” Vernon said. Bruce Blakeman, the first Jewish Nassau County executive, held a news conference on Oct. 12 pledging law enforcement support for local Jewish institutions in light of the tension. Vernon and Sim both said they had seen a significantly increased police presence at Shaaray Shalom and Temple AmEchad since then. Vernon said there has been an outpouring of support from non-Jewish neighbors. “It’s very reassuring that the people who are not Jewish understand our concern, understand the potential threat to us, and are going to do everything they can to make us feel comfortable and secure,” he said.
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Proposes to demolish the existing 480 sq. ft. second story of single-family dwelling and construct a new 1554 sq. ft. second story addition; convert the existing first story 198 sq. ft. rear porch and 42 sq. ft. covered rear entry to conditioned space; demolish existing and construct new front portico entry and new rear landing and steps. Joseph Ciasilli 175 Gates Ave.: Residential “B” District Permit Application #2023-0709 Proposes to construct a 418 sq. ft. roof over existing patio. Sheila Smith 95 Broadway: Residential “D” District Permit Application #2022-0391 Proposes to reconstruct 16.2 ft. x 12.2 ft. rear sunroom; maintain and legalize conversion of 24.1 ft. x 14.4 ft. rear wood deck to conditioned living space. All interested parties should appear at the above time and place. BY ORDER OF THE MALVERE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MALVERNE Averil Smith, Village Clerk Dated: October 13, 2023 142717 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. Search by publication name at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU CMG MORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, Against JANICE COGHLAN, AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM S. GROOMS A/K/A WILLIAM GROOMS, ET AL. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 04/12/2019, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 11/28/2023 at 2:00 pm, premises known as 17 Hopatcong Avenue, West Hempstead, New York 11552, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York. Section 35 Block 462 Lot 508 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $274,404.81 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 17-001008 If proper social distancing
cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Ralph Madalena, Esq., Referee. McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 9/21/23 File Number: 16-303695 SH 142709
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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-D, MORTGAGE-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-D, V. CLIFFORD FRANCIS, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated July 26, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-D, MORTGAGEBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-D is the Plaintiff and CLIFFORD FRANCIS, 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 November 28, 2023 at 3:00PM, premises known as 710 ORIOLE AVE, WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552: Section 0035, Block 00437-00, Lot 00030: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN LAKEVIEW, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 600649/2018. Peter L. Kramer, 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. 142715
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BELLMORE UFSD NOW HIRING • BUILDING SUBSTITUTES FT Permanent Guaranteed Everyday salary $124.43 per day
Applicants applying for this position must have New York State Childhood Education (1-6) or (N-6) certification (preferred) or may be pursuing an Undergraduate/Graduate Degree in Education
• TEACHING ASSISTANTS FT with Full Benefits starting salary $30,500 annually
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MULTI MEDIA EDITOR/REPORTER ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT Part Time & Full Time. The award-winInside Sales ning Herald Community Newspapers Looking for an aggressive self starter group, covering Nassau County's North who is great at making and maintaining and South Shores with hard-hitting news or Call ext 200 relationships and loves to help businessstories and gracefully written features, es grow by marketing them on many difseeks a motivated, energetic and crea*Outside Sales must have car ferent advertising platforms. You will tive editor/reporter to join our dynamic source new sales opportunities through (and awesome) team! This education inbound lead follow-up and outbound and general assignment reporting posiEMPLOYMENT cold calls. Must have the ability to underHelp Wanted tion offers a unique experience to learn 5th_floor • Clients • M-Clients Malverne • 47018 Malverne Richner 3.125x 5" stand customer needs and Communications requirements from some of•the best in the business. and turn them in to positive advertising H i s t o r i c a l l y, r e p o r t e r s w h o h ave solutions. We are looking for a talented Help Wanted launched their careers with us have Full or Part Time insurance producers needed to join our team! and competitive Inside Sales Represengone on to The New York Times, Newstative that thrives in a quick sales cycle Full Time and Part Time week, Newsday, the New York Daily environment. Compensation ranges from Positions Available! Administrative Assistant News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC $31,200 + commissions and bonuses to Busy Print Shop in Garden City News and The Daily Mail, among many Full Time over $100,000 including commission and others. We look for excellent writers who is Hiring Immediately for Monday-Friday 10am-4pm bonuses. We also offer health benefits, are eager to learn, enhance their skills, Full Time and Part Time Drivers. 401K and paid time off. Please send $17.00 Per Hour and become well-established and reMust Have a Clean License and cover letter and resume with salary reHoward Hanna | spected journalists in our industry. SalaBoxTruck Driving Experience. quirements to ry range is from $20K to $45K Coach Realtors’ Hours Vary, Salary Ranges from ereynolds@liherald.com To apply: Send a brief summary in the $17 per hour to $21 per hour Hewlett Office Call 516-569-4000 X286 form of a cover letter describing your caNight Availability is a Must. Call 516-374-0100 and reer goals and what strengths you can Please Email Resume to bring to our newsroom, along with a reemail your resume to careers@liherald.com or sume and three writing samples to hewlett@coachrealtors.com OFFICE MANAGER Call (516)569-4000 x239 mhinman@liherald.com Clerical, Phones, Emails, Accounting Tasks, Excellent Written/ Verbal Communication Skills. Ability to Multi-task. CIRCULATION ASSOCIATE MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP DRIVING INSTRUCTOR Twin Forks Insurance Proficiency in Excel/ Word/ QuickBooks. Full Time/Part Time Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openCompany Car/ Bonuses. Clean Salar y Open, Medical Benefits and Richner Communications, publisher 16 Station Road, Suite 7 ings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailDriving Record Required, more. Call Monday- Thursday of Herald community newspapers room/warehouse helper in Garden City. 516-536-7755. has an excellent opportunity for a Will Train. Retirees Welcome! Bellport, NY 11713 We are a busy print shop looking for motiFT/PT Customer Service Clerk in vated and reliable individuals to assist in $20 - $25/ Hour our busy Circulation Department. various duties in the shop. Forklift experiBell Auto School Basic customer service and adminence is a plus and heavy lifting is required. 516-365-5778 istrative responsibilities include: Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Email: info@bellautoschool.com heavy computer work, answering Ranges fromo $15 per hour to $20 per Richner Communications, phones, making phone calls, enterhour. One of the Fastest Growing Email resumes or contact info to ing orders, faxing, filing, etc. Media, Event and careers@liherald.com STRONG knowledge of EXCEL a Communications Companies on Long Island is Seeking a must! Knowledge of DATABASE DRIVING INSTRUCTORS Sales/Marketing Candidate maintenance or postal regulations a WANTED to Sell our Print Media Products and big plus. Qualified Candidates must DON’T MISS The Bus! our Digital, Events, Sponsorships. Will Certify And Train be computer literate, able to multiEarning potential ranges from task, dependable, reliable, orgaNEW STARTING SAL ARIES FOR SEPTEMBER HS Diploma $31,200 plus commission and nized, energetic, detail oriented and NYS License Clean 3 Years Big Bus Van bonuses to over $100,000 including able to work well under deadlines. commissions and bonuses. NEW $20 - $25/ Hour Place Your Ad in the Herald Salary Range is $15 per hour to $23 Compensation is based on per hour. For consideration, please Call 516-731-3000 Non-Benefit Rate Non-Benefit Rate Help Wanted Classifieds. Full Time hours send resume & salary requirements We Guarantee 30 Hours A Week Eligible for Health Benefits, 401k and to: careers@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000, Paid Time Off. Sign On Bonus $2,500.00 for CDL driver bus and van Please Send Cover Letter and $500.00 for non CDL drivers. Will train qualified applicants *Some restrictions may apply. DRIVING INSTRUCTORS PT: Teaching press 5 to speak to an Resume with Salary Requirements to DOG WALKER: 5- 7 Days/ Week. Driver's Ed. Located In Centereach. EDUcATIONAL BUS TRANSPORTATION rglickman@liherald.com 7:15am- 7:45am. $20- $35/ Hour. MerAccount Executive. $16- $18/ Hour. Call/ Text 631-831-7277 or Call 516-569-4000 X250 rick Area. Call 917-319-2202 EOE Or Email: johnperetta@yahoo.com 516.454.2300
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EAST ROCKAWAY 10/29,12-1:30, 45 Judith Ct, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Immaculate & Well Maintained 3300 Sq Ft, 6 BR, 3 Bth Exp Ranch on Beautiful Quiet St in SD#20. Won't Last!...$1,089,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA REQUIRED
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HEWLETT BA,1534 BROADWAY #205, BIG REDUCTION!! MOTIVATED SELLER!!Extra Large 2000 Sq Ft, 2 Bedroom(Originally 3 BR), 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Updtd Wood/Quartz Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Underground Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living...$579,000 R o n n i e G e r b e r, D o u g l a s E l l i m a n 516-238-4299
10 Month Position - Starting salary $40,154 Plus Benefits, Sick & Personal Days
PART TIME CLEANER $17.00 per hour
Help Wanted PRINTING PRESS OPERATORS FT & PT. Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for Printing Press Operators in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges from $20 per hour to $30 per hour. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com
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REAL ESTATE
Send cover letter & resume to: hr@merrick.k12.ny.us
PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Home Sales A sampling of recent sales in the area
Baldwin $530,000 Thomas Avenue. Colonial. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Library/office. Classic original doors, frames and moldings. All large rooms. Taxes: $13,200
Full Time Cleaners
Evenings Monday-Friday 3:00PM-11:00PM
Herald
Help Wanted RECEPTIONIST
Receptionist needed for Publisher and Self-Storage Facility located in Garden City. The ideal candidate should have excellent communications and customer ser vice skills, be professional, dependable and have reliable transportation. Candidate should have computer knowledge and working knowledge of MS Office. Candidate MUST be reliable, punctual and be able to work a CONSISTENT schedule: Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Answering phones and greeting customers, assisting new customers by showing storage facility options and pricing, collecting payments from customers, contacting customers for late payments, applying payments and updating the customer files /data base and other general administrative responsibilities on an as needed basis. Hourly pay $15 to $17 plus eligible for Holiday Pay, PTO, Medical, Dental, 401k with company matching, plus other benefits. Qualified candidates should email their resume, cover letter and salary requirements. No phone calls please. Email your resume to: careers@liherald.com
Child/Eldercare/Help Wanted LIVE IN CAREGIVER Needed For Young Man With Autism. Drvers License And Vehicle Required, Rent, Utililities, Food In Exchange For Services. Call/Text 516-244-1430.
Apartments For Rent CEDARHURST NO FEE Pr ivate Entrance, Modern 1BR, 2BR, 3BR, CAC, W/D, Storage, Wall To Wall Carpeting, Indoor Parking Space. Starting At $1450 For O n e B e d r o o m W h e n Ava i l a bl e. (516)860-6889/ (516)852-5135/ (516)582-9978 ISLAND PARK: 1 BR, ground floor, all renovated, water/ heat included. $2600/ month. 516-316-6962
Parking Space Available
COMMERCIAL PARKING VANS, TRUCKS, TRAILERS, STORAGE CONTAINERS, OVERNIGHT, DAYTIME
516 996 5818
Florida Real Estate BOCA RATON OCEANFRONT CONDO FOR RENT. Beautiful 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Available Immediate. Joe 516-318-2209.
WOODMERE BA, 504 Saddle Ridge Rd.,Move Right Into This Renovated 4 BR, 2 Bth Split with Open Layout in Prime Location! Granite/Wood EIK Opens to Dining Room & Living Room. Lower Level Den. HW Flrs, Gas Heat, CAC. Oversized Property! SD#14.Near All!..$950,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299
DELRAY BEACH, FL: For Sale, opportunity before it hits the market! Single Story Ranch Condo. Beautifully appointed in desirable Emerald Pointe gated community, Approx 1800 Sq Ft. Furnished, All Appliances, 2 Bed / 2 Bath, Eat-In Kitchen, Walk-In Closets, Great Interior Storage and Exterior Storage Room, Screened-In Porch with Dual Interior Access, New Rheem HVAC Jan 2019, Ceiling fans throughout, 4 Private Parking Spots, Clubhouse with Auditorium, Pool, Gym, Tennis, Pickleball (TBD), Game and Card Rms, Interior Walking-Paths, Pet Friendly, 55+ Community, Easy access to Palm Beach International and Ft Lauderdale Airports. Exciting Downtown Delray offers beautiful Beaches, Shopping, Restaurants, and Nightlife. Asking $319,999. Call David at 248-240-8154 SWCGRPMI@gmail.com
Businesses For Sale
Cemetery Plots
VALLEY STREAM BARBER SHOP 4 Antique Chairs Asking $25,000. Must Sell Immediately. Please Call 516-285-6477
BETH DAVID CEMETERY: Elmont, NY. 3 Plots. Separate Or All Together. Graves 18, 25, and 32. Purchase Separate $5000; Purchase Together $14000. Negotiable. Call 845-641-7316
HEWLETT BAY PARK,. BA,, 190 Meadowview Ave Ever Dream of Living in A Castle? This 8000 Sq Ft Mansion is Full of Character. Amazing Architectural Details, Soaring Ceilings, Stained Glass Windows. 5 BR, 6.55 Bths. Sprawling 1.3 Acre Prop with IG Gunite Pool. SD#14.Near All. Must See This Unique Home!..REDUCED $2,700,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas elliman 516-238-4299
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East Meadow $1,050,000 Dillon Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Eatin kitchen. Formal dining room. Custom features include cathedral ceiling. Taxes: $9,085.08 Hewlett Harbor $1,800,000 Albon Road. Colonial. 7 bedrooms,7.5 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Gourmet eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room, exercise room and home office. Custom features include wet bar, garden room, skylight, elevator, heated garage. Central air conditioning and security system. Resort-style yard with Koi pond, pavered patio, Gunited heated in-ground swimming pool. Taxes: $39,972 Long Beach $957,500 E. Beech. Street. 2 Story. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Eatin kitchen with granite countertops and pantry. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. First floor master bedroom. Updates include cathedral ceiling and legal accessory apartment. Taxes: $18,500 Lynbrook $740,000 Pearsall Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. Taxes: $19,585 Merrick $789,000 Merrick Avenue. Colonial. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Eatin chef’s kitchen with granite countertops, full Bosch stainless appliance suite plus a magnificent Bertazzoni stovetop. Formal dining room. Stunning great room with bar and custom stone gas fireplace. Home office. Vaulted hollywood king bedroom, tandem double bedroom and a huge primary bedroom with custom spa bath and double walk-in closets. Sweeping fenced yard and security system. Taxes: $18,121.73 Oceanside $645,000 Marlborough Road. Expanded Cape. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room. First floor bedroom. Taxes: $11,713.06 Rockville Centre $775,000 Princeton Street. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Eat-ini kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room. Updates include cathedral ceiling. Taxes: $27,138.74 West Hempstead $620,000 Marshall Avenue. Expanded Ranch. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal L-shaped dining room. Ample storage. Taxes: $12,849
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are find MINT move-in ready duplex townhouse! Excellent location! End unit with extra windows - directly across from the beach and boardwalk! Three bedrooms, two full baths with private oversized primary bedroom with stunning new bath en suite on lower level, new flooring, washer/dryer, closets and storage galore! Upstairs includes living room with sliding doors to your terrace, dining room, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, full bath and two generous sized bedrooms! New recessed lighting throughout. Assigned parking spot PLUS one car garage! Pet friendly and close to railroad, shopping and restaurants! Pack your bags and enjoy life by the beach! Asking $769,000
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45 Judith Ct, 12-1:30, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Immaculate & Well Maintained 3300 Sq Ft, 6 BR, 3 Bth Exp Ranch on Beautiful Quiet St in SD#20. Won’t Last!................................................................... $1,089,000
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HEWLETT Bay PaRK 190 Meadowview Ave, BA, Ever Dream of Living in A Castle? This 8000 Sq Ft Mansion is Full of Character. Amazing Architectural Details, Soaring Ceilings, Stained Glass Windows. 5 BR, 6.55 Bths. Sprawling 1.3 Acre Prop with IG Gunite Pool. SD#14. Near All. Must See This Unique Home! ......................................................................REDUCED $2,700,000
HEWLETT 1534 Broadway #205, BA, Extra Large 2000 Sq Ft, 2 Bedroom (Originally 3 BR), 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Updtd Wood/Quartz Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Underground Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living ...BIG REDUCTION!! MOTIVATED SELLER! $579,000 1267 Peninsula Blvd, BA, NEW! 5 BR, 2 Bath Exp Cape in SD#14 (Hewlett Woodmere)Living Room, FDR & Updtd Gran/Wood EIK w/ Vaulted Ceiling. 2 Main Flr BRs & Updtd Bth. Upper Level 3 BRs & Updtd Bth. 1.5 Car Det Gar Plus 4/5 Car Drivewy. Priv Yd w/ Deck. HW Flrs, Gas Ht. Near Shops, LIRR, Trans & Houses of Worship ..................... $599,000
WOOdMERE 504 Saddle Ridge Rd, BA, Move Right Into This Renovated 4 BR, 2 Bth Split with Open Layout in Prime Location! Granite/Wood EIK Opens to Dining Room & Living Room. Lower Level Den. HW Flrs, Gas Heat, CAC. Oversized Property! SD#14. Near All! ...................... REDUCED! $950,000
CEd aRHURST 332B Peninsula Blvd, BA, Move Right Into This Updated 3 Br, 2.5 Bth Coop Townhouse. LR, DR, Gran/Wood Kit w/ Stainless Steel Appl. Trex Deck Off LR. Primary Ste Features Updtd Bth & WIC. Att Gar Plus 1 Pkg Spot incl in Maintenance. W/D. Pull Down Attic. SD#15. Convenient to Shops, Trans & Houses of Worship ............................................. $449,000
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A. The answer has two sides, like a doubleedged sword. First, yes, there are things you can do to your home to make it easier to insure. But the second part is applying the meaning of the word “reasonable.” Next, you have to understand that, like other forms of gambling, which is what insurance really is, do you have a chance to win back your money, your insurance payments, or your investment in your property to presumably reduce onte eeper the payments? Again, insurance is a legalized form of gambling, extensively regulated but sometimes loosely enforced. Many people say, when describing gambling casinos, that the house always wins in the end, and with a few exceptions, casinos rarely fail. Insurance companies have been hit with one disaster after another due to strange global weather that some deny is a trend, but those companies aren’t as care-less, and they invest heavily in statistical analysis, so you can bet that if they’re pulling out of certain areas, they know something. So, a “reasonable” investment to make your house easier or more attractive to insure often ends up being unreasonable, or is based on faulty assumptions. For example, you may add a steel roof and concrete composite siding as a more reasonable and less costly wind-resistance improvement, only to discover that the insurance company thinks you should still have raised your home, because they think flooding is a bigger and more frequent risk to insure. Add to that the fact, as some insurers will point out when you complain, that by making the improvements, you increase the cost of reconstruction. That’s a good argument, one you’ll never win. The same thing happens with alarm systems, fencing your property or removing trees that could fall on your roof. Make improvements that help you to recover more healthfully, safely and economically, for your own assurance. I am convinced, as you can see, that all the effort you put in is not universal in your neighborhood, and insurance companies look at whole areas, not just your home, for insurability. Even the Federal Emergency Management Agency is a large and extremely indebted insurance company, funded with the help of tax dollars and losing billions. So before you make changes and improvements, remind yourself that you’re doing this for yourself, not to reduce insurance costs. As Walter Cronkite used to say when he signed off on his broadcast of “The CBS Evening News” when I was a kid, “And that’s the way it is.” Good luck with whatever you decide to improve.
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f ever there were a just war, it is Israel’s war against Hamas. If ever there were a war in which there is no moral equivalence, it is Israel’s war against Hamas. If ever there were a war with potential regional and global implications, it is Israel’s war against Hamas. That’s why I believe it is disgraceful and indefensible for so many in the media, in academia and in political circles to be suggesting, and acting as if, there were “two sides” to this war. As if Israel has to defend its military action, and somepETER how it is the Palestinians in Gaza KinG who are victims. The war began when Hamas launched a terrorist attack targeting Israel’s most innocent noncombatants, murdering children, women and the elderly, killing 1,400 Israelis and taking more than 200 hostages. These noncombatants were not “collateral damage.” They were Hamas’ intended victims. This was the ultimate in depraved terrorism. Israel has not only the legal and moral right to retaliate against Hamas, but the moral
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obligation to defend its citizens by doing all it can to destroy Hamas. Yet with each passing day, we see media commentators, student demonstrators and morally challenged politicians such as U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib, of Michigan, anguishing over the plight of the Palestinians and the concern that Israel will “overreact” to a terrorist attack that resulted in the equivalent of 40,000 dead in the United States. Most shockingly, we saw the same cast of characters accept Hamas’ unsubstantiated claim that an Israeli rocket had destroyed a hospital in Gaza, causing more than 500 innocent fatalities. Some Americans are calling for a ceasefire. Unfortunately, President Biden added to the moral and strategic confusion when, during his meeting in Israel with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he referred to Hamas as the “other team” and cautioned Israel against overreacting. What has happened to our ability as a people to make moral distinctions and judgments and recognize the difference between good and evil, victim and assailant? Would anyone have suggested in the
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days following the attack on Pearl Harbor that President Franklin D. Roosevelt call for a ceasefire with Japan, or that he and Gen. Douglas MacArthur assure the world that the United States would not overreact? Would FDR, then Gen. Dwight Eisenhower and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill have been called on to ensure that they would observe the rules of war in combating Hitler? Would the media have felt obligated to give “both sides” of the story? To give equal time to Hitler and Japanese Emperor Hirohito? Would any American, let alone the president, have referred to Nazis or the Gestapo as the “other team”? Would the media have gone through the streets of Dresden, Hamburg or Berlin looking for civilian casualties, or taking at face value Nazi claims of American war crimes? The reality is that there will always be unintended civilian casualties in any war. This will be especially true in any war with Hamas, which intentionally locates its fighters, rockets and artillery in densely populated civilian areas. Unlike Hamas, Israel will make every effort to avoid civilian deaths, and cer-
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tainly won’t target noncombatants. Waging war against Hamas goes far beyond retaliation or revenge. Hamas must, to the greatest extent possible, be annihilated, to prevent future attacks on Israel’s citizens. Hamas is also a proxy for Iran, which is the largest state sponsor of terror in the world and an ever-growing military — and soon to be nuclear — threat to the region and the world. Hezbollah, headquartered just north of Israel in Lebanon, possesses over 100,000 rockets, and is also a wholly owned subsidiary of Iran. Israel is our strongest ally and the only democracy in the Middle East, the most volatile region in the world. This current war is not a battle for turf or bragging rights. It is a struggle that Israel is waging for itself and for all civilized peoples. Israel deserves our full, unqualified support for its own success and security, and the future of the world as we know it. It is also time for the United States to restore its sense of moral balance, and accept the reality that there can be no moral equivalence in this struggle between good and evil. Stand with Israel! Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
Who do L.I.’s congressmen really represent?
n the era of the 24/7 news cycle, it was easy to dismiss what looked like an impending federal government shutdown as the latest bit of political theater that would keep the talking heads yammering on until the next crisis. But the political posturing in Washington is overshadowing the very real stakes of the federal budget fight for everyday Americans — including the hardworking families on Long Island who are struggling to make ends meet, and retired seniors. The debate is also revealing sTAnLEY B. what’s actually important to our BERGMAn local congressional representatives, who include Republicans Anthony D’Esposito, George Santos, Andrew Garbarino and Nick LaLota — all willing accomplices in a government shutdown gambit, thankfully unsuccessful, that prioritized the interests of big business and MAGA politics over the constituents they were elected to represent and protect. As president of the Long Island chapter of the Alliance for Retired Americans,
an organization fighting to protect the rights of seniors, Social Security and Medicare, I know what’s important to me: quality, affordable health care, a reliable safety net, and a responsible government that tries to do right by its citizens and not special interests. If Long Island’s congressional delegation was willing to join the House leadership in threatening to shut down the government to get their budget proposal passed, they must have thought it was pretty important. So what was in it? First of all, the Republican budget proposal would end Medicare’s ability to negotiate prescription drug prices, just weeks after the Biden administration began using this new policy to start driving down out-ofpocket costs that often force seniors like me to choose between taking life-saving medicine or keeping the lights on in our homes. The party that claims to be concerned about lowering the cost of living would do the opposite in their budget, by cutting the Inflation Reduction Act’s insurance premium subsidies. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, 13 million Americans
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are already saving an average of $2,400 per year on health care. In New York alone, nearly 119,000 people have saved an average of $362 on monthly premiums — and those savings are expected to keep growing. In 2025, more than 1 million New Yorkers will save an average of nearly $390 thanks to the act’s annual out-of-pocket cost cap. The House plan would also cut $3.8 billion from the National Institutes of Health, which would stall research in cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and long Covid. That is the very definition of cutting off your nose to spite your face. But that’s not all. The House Republican plan would cut $30.7 billion in funding for Medicare and Medicaid. These cuts would force roughly 3.8 million seniors and people with disabilities in New York to endure longer wait times when they call the Medicare call center. This reduction in funding would also make it harder to pay hospitals and doctors on time, creating financial challenges for health care providers across the country. And it would limit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ ability to oversee the safety of New York nursing
don’t recall them saying anything about cutting senior citizens’ access to health care.
homes, endangering our seniors. The list of shortsighted cuts that would only end up costing us more money in the long run includes cuts to the administrative budgets for Medicare and Social Security. So rather than demonstrating fiscal responsibility, our congressional representatives would hamstring the two largest safety net programs for senior citizens and create a future of bad service and long wait times for the people who need reliable delivery of their benefits the most. When D’Esposito, Santos, LaLota and Garbarino ran for Congress, I don’t remember hearing them say anything about cutting senior citizens’ access to health care in their campaign speeches. So why were they following the likes of Marjorie Taylor Greene and Matt Gaetz down the shutdown path? It’s time for Long Island’s congressional representatives to decide who they truly represent: their political leadership in Washington, or their constituents here on Long Island. The more than 30,000 Alliance for Retired Americans members in Long Island’s four congressional districts will be watching. And as the old political truism goes: Seniors vote! Stanley B. Bergman is president of the Long Island Chapter of the Alliance for Retired Americans.
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ctober marks the return of the “spooky season.” But before you get all dressed up and head out to celebrate Halloween, it’s important to remember that safety must come first. A study conducted by State Farm found that one of every four pedestrian deaths on Halloween are children out walking between 6 and 7 p.m. And a vast majority of those deaths occur away from a crosswalk or intersection. Halloween is supposed to be a time for fun, costumes and candy — not rides in ambulances. There are lots of cars on the roads, even when kids are trick-ortreating. And on this night it’s more important than ever to use crosswalks, look both ways, and stay on the sidewalks. Especially with the uptick in reckless driving the Herald has reported on in recent weeks in different neighborhoods. Also, wear bright, reflective colors, or add strips of reflective tape to costumes to make them more visible to passing vehicles. But that’s not all. The Consumer Product Safety Commission warns parents to buy only flame-resistant costumes — generally made of fabrics like polyester or nylon — and to ensure that costumes
aren’t too long or too wide, which could cause our young ones to trip. Children should travel in groups accompanied by parents or responsible adults, and only knock on doors of welllit homes that have porch lights on. Instead of masks that can obscure your vision, use makeup and hats instead. Just be sure makeup is Food and Drug Administration-approved, especially anything applied on the face or around the eyes. And avoid decorative contact lenses that change eye color. All of these are warnings many of us have heard every year. But what about all that delicious Halloween candy? We all grew up hearing horror stories about razor blades in apples, and evil people poisoning the miniature candy bars they hand out. But dangers today may not even be intentional. Last year, for example, authorities at Los Angeles International Airport confiscated nearly 12,000 fentanyl pills hidden inside wrapped bags and boxes of candy. While it’s highly unlikely that children were the targets of the smugglers, police, as always, advised parents to inspect the candy their trick-ortreaters brought home. That’s more important these days than ever, and if you find anything suspicious, do not
touch it, and notify law enforcement right away. Another new threat is THC edibles and candies that may look like something intended for children, but are anything but. They come in shapes similar to Sour Patch Kids, gummy worms and chocolate bars, but they contain psychoactive substances. The worst part? Some people may not even realize they’ve bought it, and could give it out to kids without even realizing what’s inside. While the effects of THC ingestion in children vary, some telltale symptoms may include sedation, shortness of breath, anxiety, and quivering. If you believe a child has accidentally consumed THC edibles, call the National Capital Poison Center, at (800) 222-1222. Of course, The FDA advises not accepting or eating anything that is not commercially wrapped. Inspect wrappers for any signs of tampering, including an unusual appearance, discoloration, pinholes, or tears in the wrappers. And if anything in your child’s trick-ortreat bag looks suspicious, throw it away. There are so many things all of us can be for Halloween this year. But the last thing any of us wants to be is a statistic. So plan ahead, stay safe and alert, and fun will surely follow.
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Faith will help Israel survive To the Editor: On the morning of Oct. 12, corresponding to the 27th day of the month of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar, Jews at morning prayers in synagogues around the world began the cycle of Torah reading with the chanting of the first words of Genesis, “In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth.” This cycle has been going on for thousands of years, and its endurance is a testament to the strength and faith of the Jewish people. Unfortunately, the tragedy of war and terror that Israel is now enduring has also continued to repeat itself, from the earliest days of exile and the destruction of the first temple in Jerusalem, to the war now raging in Gaza. Nonetheless, the survival of the Jewish people is a direct result of our faith and belief that there is a God that watches over us, to ensure our survival as a nation — not in a geographic sense, but in a spiritual one. Individually, we are vulnerable to the vicissitudes of life, as we have sadly witnessed in Israel. Collectively, however, we prevail and survive, as our faith once again leads us to listen to the chanting of those first words of Genesis. Those who tragically die, either in battle as warriors or merely because of their faith, do not die in vain. They join an endless list of martyrs who perished, yet serve as a testament to our ability to survive as a nation, in triumph over tragedy. We must all pray for Israel’s survival, and that peace can reign supreme in Israel, Gaza and
throughout the world. Dr. MEL YOUNG Lawrence
It’s time for many to choose a Medicare plan To the Editor: As a physician, the last thing I want is for patients to make decisions about their
health and well-being based on the cost of care and medication rather than their actual needs. right now is a critical time for the over 3.8 million individuals in New York who rely on Medicare for their health insurance. Evaluating your health care needs can help you select a plan that will cover you when you need it the most and fit within your budget. While it’s impossible to foresee all health issues that may require treatment, there are
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n Oct. 7, I, like most people, watched in horror as broadcast images from Israel showed terrorists from Gaza indiscriminately killing Israelis. There were unimaginable acts of violence perpetrated against women, children and the elderly whose only sin was that they were of the Jewish faith. Some 1,400 Israelis were murdered and over 200 people were taken as hostages, including some American citizens. As utterly sickening as those scenes were, some Brian images from here at home were just CUrran as repulsive and saddening, specifically the sight of individuals and groups in New York City and other liberal-leaning cities condemning Israel and chanting pro-Hamas slogans. Israel and its citizens were blamed for their own bloodshed by institutions of “higher education” like Harvard and New York Law School, social justice groups like BLM of Chicago, and elected officials like U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib. Instead of condemning the acts of terror, they justified them as acts of “resistance.” As if beheading children, raping women and torturing elderly people are legitimate forms of political resistance. Let me be clear: The attack on Israel
was an unprovoked and unjustified act of evil that should not be tolerated or supported by any decent human being with a heart and a soul. No rational person can label the killing and kidnapping of children, women and the elderly as some form of political retribution for decades of perceived differences. What occurred on Oct. 7 were barbaric crimes against humanity. To anyone who defends the attacks, I would say you should be ashamed of yourself. For the past four years, I have repeatedly said that the world is upside down — right has become wrong, and good has become evil. But events in Israel have shown that it is more than that: There is a sickness in our country and our culture. When the brutal murder of an Israeli child can be rationalized as some form of political disagreement, we cannot ignore it any longer. It is our obligation to confront the growing hatred directed at the Jewish community. The Anti-Defamation League found that the number of antisemitism incidents in the United States increased by more than 35 percent from 2021 (2,721) to 2022 (3,697). And the ADL determined that, in 2022, New York state once again had the most antisemitic incidents of any state — a staggering 580, a 39 percent increase from the 416 reported in 2021. Incidents in New York alone accounted for 15.7 percent of all docu-
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ast year, New York had more antisemitic incidents than any other state.
Letters several things to consider during the Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plan annual election period, which runs through Dec. 7: ■ Future health risks: In addition to making sure your plan covers your current health needs, speak to your doctor about health risks that may require additional treatment. For instance, if you have prediabetes, consider the potential for future diabetes management. ■ Prescription drug benefits: Prescription drug coverage is included in many Medicare Advantage plans, unlike original Medicare. If you prefer original Medicare, you can opt for a stand-alone prescription drug plan through a private insurer. Prepare a list of your current medications so you can compare costs while choosing plans. ■ Doctors and hospitals: If you have a favorite doctor, make sure he or she accepts your plan, to avoid any additional expenses for out-of-network providers. Also, deter mine whether the plan requires referrals for specialized care. ■ Other benefits: Consider additional benefits that can positively impact your
mented antisemitic incidents in the United States in 2022. Antisemitism is real, and that is nowhere more evident than in New York. If we’re serious about dealing with it here, we must be honest about its root causes and those fermenting the hatred. We must actively and vocally push back against any elected officials who use their positions to push an antisemitic platform. The Democratic Socialists of America, which has chapters in New York, are rapidly accounting for a greater percentage of the Democratic Party. There are now 34 elected officials in New York who identify as Democratic Socialists, in Congress, the State Senate, the Assembly, the New York City Council and other governmental offices. The DSA has adopted a ProPalestinian and Anti-Israel platform, which has resulted in legislation being proposed on the state level that some have called antisemitic. To highlight its core belief, the New York City chapter endorsed a Pro-Palestinian rally in Times Square the day after the attacks. In addition to calling out politicians, we can no longer accept institutions of higher education breeding and fermenting hatred toward Jews. The City University of New York Law School at Queens College has become known for its anti-Jewish positions. The CUNY Law Faculty Council approved an anti-
Israel resolution supporting Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions against Israel. CUNY also allowed a commencement graduation address this spring that accused Israel of “indiscriminate” murder of Palestinians and encouraged people to fight Zionism around the world. As taxpaying citizens, we must defund schools like CUNY Law School if they continue to support and encourage Anti-Israel language and actions that incite hatred against the Jewish community. Furthermore, we can no longer allow district attorneys, who were elected to protect the public, to refuse to enforce hate crimes against Jewish victims and instead offer lenient plea deals to criminals. In May 2021, Joseph Borgen, a Jewish man, was savagely beaten and pepper-sprayed by a group of attackers led by Waseem Awawdeh. During the assault, they yelled “F--- Israel. Hamas is going to kill all of you.” Despite all that, Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg offered Awawdeh a six-month plea deal, after which Awawdeh said, “If I could do it again, I would do it again.” We must demand that those who commit antisemitic hate crimes be fully prosecuted to send a message that such bigotry will not be tolerated. There is a lot of work to do to make New York a safe state for people of the Jewish faith. It will take courage from everyone to stand up to this evil, no matter who is perpetrating or aiding it. Brian Curran represents the 21st Assembly District.
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health and well-being. Medicare Advantage plans may include dental, vision and hearing coverage; fitness programs; transportation to doctors’ visits; and even allowances that help eligible beneficiaries pay for healthy food and other essentials, like rent and utilities. ■ Costs: Different plans have different costs, so understand the full picture when comparing plans in your area. Consider monthly premiums, deductibles and co-pays for hospital stays and doctor visits. Also, pay attention to annual maximum out-of-pocket costs — if you reach the limit, you’ll pay nothing for covered services the rest of the year. ■ Quality: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reviews and rates all Medicare Advantage plans before the enrollment period each year to help consumers make informed decisions. Plans are rated on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 indicating poor performance and 5 indicating excellence. Your health insurance carrier is a partner that helps you get the care you need. If you’re eligible for Medicare, take time to research your options and ensure that you select the plan that best
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meets your personal health and financial needs. The Medicare Plan Finder at Medicare. gov can help compare plans and benefits and estimate costs for each plan. Visit the website or call (800) MEDICARE (633-4227)
24 hours a day, seven days a week. TTY users should call (877) 486-2048. DR. BOB ZOROWITZ Regional vice president of health services for New York, Humana
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