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Jan. 18 at the LevitSeveral elected town Public Library, officials spoke to which included the attendees about exper ts from the the importance of Nassau County identifying scams.

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Christina Foufas, Matt Yang and Molly Graff were named semifinalists in the 2024 Society for Science & Public Science Talent Search competition, sponsored by Regeneron.

Three Mepham students are named semifinalists in research competition

By RACHElE TERRANoVA rterranova@liherald.com

Wellington C. Mepham High School seniors Christiana Foufas, Molly Graff and Matt Yang and were recently named semifinalists in the 2024 Society for Science & Public Science Talent Search competition, sponsored by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. It is among the most prestigious science competitions for high school students in the United States.

Each was awarded a prize of $2,000.

Mepham will also receive $2,000 per student.

“This honor exemplifies the unwavering commitment to excellence and tireless efforts both they and their teachers display on a daily basis,” Heather Bizewski, a dis-

trict science chair assigned to Mepham, said.

Foufas, Graff and Yang dedicated years to science and research leading up to early November, when their projects were due. At Me pham, students in the three-year Advanced Science Research Program work under the tutelage of teachers David Kommor, Neeru Partap and Jeannette Spargifiore.

Students join the elective ASR program as sophomores, and begin their research. At the end of their junior year, they focus on entering and competing in science competitions nationwide, including Regeneron.

Graff, 17, who is originally from Wantagh, took a slightly different path on her way to ConTinued on PaGe 8

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NYU Langone unveils ambulatory care center

By NICOLE FORMISANO nformisano@liherald.com

NYU Langone designed its new ambulatory care facility with a goal in mind: Creating a one-stop destination for patients’’ medical needs. The hospital — at 1111 Franklin Ave., in Garden City — offers more than 30 specialties under one roof, intended to make the days of running between appointments and specialists a thing of the past.

“So, it’s no longer having the patient go to multiple places — the places come to them,” said Martin Chavez, chief of maternal-fetal medicine, at the Garden City center. “And it’s not so bad of a place to be when you need services.”

The new hospital encompasses an entire half-mile block — which some neighbors may remember as the old Bloomingdale’s store — making it the largest ambulatory care center on Long Island. The $170 million facility is the latest development in Nassau County’s goal of becoming a premier site for health care, said County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

“The county is investing a significant amount of money in marketing Nassau County as a destination site for medical tourism,” he said. “I believe this is very, very important for our economy. It is a jewel in our whole economic development of the region.

“That’s what’s so great, is to have a

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Fostering a collaborative environment was one of the most important design priorities, senior director Jean Marie Addeo said. The 300 doctors and 600 nurses and support staff work together to make patients feel comfortable. facility like this. So that people in this community who have a medical condition can get the high-quality, first-class treatment — I would say world-class treatment — here that you don’t find in many places across the world.”

The ambulatory care center expects 35,000 patient visits every month, NYU Langone officials say they want to deliver hospital care without an atmosphere of coldness or sterility. The center features floor-to-ceiling windows for natural light, colorful couches and coffee tables, and an outdoor garden.

“It makes a huge difference — you can see it in our patients,” Chavez said. “You can see it when our patients are able to come in and be in a comfortable environment as they wait.

“Whether it’s an exam room, an ultrasound room, a consultation room, it doesn’t matter. They feel at ease. They feel safe. They feel like it’s the level of care they deserve and expect.”

Experiencing illness or chronic health issues is stressful enough. The ambulatory care center is designed to remove the added challenge of juggling different spe-

cialists. Someone who is visiting a pulmonologist and discovers heart issues, for example, can now just head down the hallway to the cardiology department, rather than be caught in a cycle of referrals.

“It’s not only a wonderful environment for our patients, it’s a wonderful environment to be a clinician for patients as well,” Chavez said. “Now all I have to do is walk down the hall and I can get a consultation, or talk with a colleague about a complex patient.”

Balancing 25 consolidated practices and 32 specialties was no small feat, facility senior director JeanMarie Addeo said. She and other NYU Langone administrators had to figure out which departments should be separated, which should be neighbors, and which needed the most space.

The resulting flow has created a very collaborative environment. The 600 nurses and support staff even have something of a running competition, Addeo said: Memorize each of the 300 doctors’ names, specialties and floors so they can match any patient to any doctor.

Although the care center’s resources play a significant role in its success with patients, she added, the staffers are the real key to quality health care.

“I’m incredibly proud of this beautiful, wonderful facility,” Blakeman said.

“But more importantly, the people that work here that provide health care to our whole population.”

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Jewish pride at the core of Maccabi team

MERRICK HERALD — February 8, 2024

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

This summer, 3,000 Jewish teen athletes from around the globe will get a chance to represent their country at the world’s largest Jewish youth sporting event. The JCC Maccabi Games offers Olympic-style sports competitions to youth athletes, and a group of 16-and-under Long Island teens will take to the international stage at this year’s games in Houston.

The team is comprised of 14 athletes — 13 from Long Island, and one from Brooklyn. Their hometowns include Bellmore, Merrick, Woodmere, Great Neck, Syosset and Commack, and on their high school and travel teams, they are all stand out players who compete at high levels of play.

Mark Rosenman, who is the team’s head coach, is originally from Seaford, and attended MacArthur High School. He’s long been involved in youth baseball, having coached travel teams for years. Right after the pandemic, he said Maccabi was looking for coaches, and he volunteered. The team’s other coaches are Danny Lackner and Kevin Baez.

Tryouts were held in September and October. All athletes who participate in Maccabi must be Jewish.

In total, 27 players tried out, and 14 made the final team. The team is now practicing throughout the winter at the Long Island Field House, an indoor facility in Hauppauge.

Across the country, regionally, Jewish community centers have a certain number of athletes allotted to them for the Maccabi Games and they decide what teams they want to field — and in the New York area, one of them is baseball.

On a group video call with several players, coaches and parents, the Herald spoke with them about what their experience has been like taking part in Maccabi.

For some players who were on the call, including Jake Bursztyn, who attends Syosset High School, Alex Demas, who attends John F. Kennedy High School in Bellmore, and Sam Swedarsky who attends DRS Yeshiva High School in Woodmere, this is their second year participating in the games with Rosenman as their coach.

“It’s really great to be returning with these guys, and the new kids too, obviously,” Demas said. “I go to school with some of these kids and I play with them — but I am really liking how this team is shaping up and it’s going to be looking good this summer.”

Rosenman said it is fascinating to see the players’ maturity levels when it came to discussing topics relating to religion — which is one thing that connects each of the players.

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A 16-and-under baseball team, comprised of 15 players from Long Island, and one player from Brooklyn, will take to the international stage at this summer’s 2024 JCC Maccabi Games, slated to take place in Houston. It is the world’s largest Jewish youth sporting event.

“This was a u16 team and they were sitting down for breakfast and the conversation that was going on at the table, for me, was fascinating,” he said of last year’s team. “It was probably better than any intellectual talk show. Sometimes, when you become and old guy, you say things like ‘I’m worried about the next generation.’ Watching theses kids — I’m not worried.

These kids, really, they get it. And it was eye opening for me.”

For players like Ian Yegidis, who attends Sanford. H Calhoun High School in Merrick, it’s their first year playing on the 16-and-under team. The age range of players on the team spans from 14 to 16, and for a lot of the players, it’s been fun to meet athletes from not only different schools, but also different grades.

“I used to play with some of these kids in little league, now we’re in different high schools, but it’s just good to be back with everyone,” Yegidis said. “And it’s more than just baseball this year, with everything going on in the Middle East. I think it’s a big thing that we do this. It’s important.”

The ongoing Israel-Hamas war in the Middle East has rocked Jewish communities around the world.

Meet the team

The team includes players on Long Island from Bellmore, Merrick, Woodmere, Great Neck, Syosset and Commack. All athletes who participate in Maccabi must be Jewish. Above, Coach Mark Rosenman speaks to team members at a January practice.

Zach Adelstein – No. 9 Dylan Baron – No. 23 Jake Bursztyn – No. 28 Alex Demas – No. 20 Toby Harris – No. 27 Hunter Kass – No. 44 Charlie Shapiro – No. 3 Daniel Stashower – No. 4 Ryan Steinberg – No. 10 Sam Swedarsky – No. 5 Ian Yegidis – No. 19 Derek Yormack – No. 13 Ryan Yormack – No. 35 Aaron Zacharia – No. 6

There’s been a rise in antisemitism, but also a push for Jewish unity and pride.

“We’re feeling it through our local communities and school and everything that’s been done to silence everybody,” Yegidis said. “And I think it’s awful that’s it happening.”

Swedarsky said his sister is in Israel, where she’s been aiding Israel Defense Forces soldiers. He also has family friends who are enlisted in the IDF and are on the front lines of the war right now.

“This tournament is you know, religiously, very big for me,” he said. “I just want to have a good run and support for everything that’s happening right now.”

“In the beginning of practice, when we finally finalized the team and we got together, I told them for me, this tournament is more than baseball,” Rosenman said. “It’s not about winning and losing — it’s about them being proud. They go to school, some of them, where antisemitism is on the rise. They’re looked at differently. When they’re all together, there’s a comfort level — they take pride in who they are.”

Some of the parents on the call spoke about what it’s like watching their sons take part in the competition — whether they are returning athletes, or it’s their first year playing.

Gus Demas, Alex Demas’ father, said Rosenman’s leadership is incredible. “Mark is a huge factor for all of these boys, coming back to play with a phenomenal coach, not only for baseball, but just for life in general,” he said.

Darin Shapiro, whose son Charlie was not able to be on the group call, said that the games help athletes understand their connection to Israel.

“Secular Americans who (don’t) have any connection to Israel are now kind of waking up and maybe understanding that there is a connection between all of us to the homeland,” he said. “I think it’s really going to hit home, and really make it special this year.”

The team has been fundraising in effort to offset the costs of travel, and has been very successful — drawing in $16,000. More information on the team, its players and their journey to the games which will take place in early August, can be found at MarkRosenman. com/TeamMaccabi.

“There’s something about this group,” Rosenman said. “They all lead by example, it’s not just one kid.

And I’m excited. I love doing this, and these kids make it easy to want to do it.”

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Classes at each grade level have their schooldays kicked off by their morning meetings, which encourage student participation and retention of their past lessons. A community mindset is built as students Students worked together as a peer stood to elimialso share their personal expe- nate a number in a “mystery number” exercise. riences. Fifth graders in Kathryn Pascarella’s class at Camp eye contact. The class also worked togethAvenue School, for example, recently er to use the process of elimination and started their day with the question, find a mystery number before ending the “What is one new thing you would like to morning with a “Steve Hartman on the try this year and why?” The prompt Road” video, focusing on the lesson or encouraged communication skills previ- theme learned and how they can apply ously learned with active listening and that to their own lives. __________________

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HERALD SPORTS Junior Sean Gallagher, top, was runner-up at 108 pounds in last Saturday’s qualifier tournament and is one of 15 Colts headed to counties.

vAsilis tRiANtAfyllou North Shore Senior Basketball JANUARY 29, 2024 is a night Triantafyllou will never forget. He etched himself into the Nassau County and North Shore boys’ basketball record book by scoring his 1,000th career points in a victory over Lawrence. He reached the plateau in thrilling fashion with a last-second three pointer, giving him 40 points for the game. “Big V” as he’s called, ranks among the county’s scoring leaders at 22 ppg and has the Vikings in line for a high playoff seed.

GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Feb. 8 Girls Basketball: Wantagh at Lynbrook .................5:15 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Island Trees at Malverne................. 7 p.m.

Boys Basketball: West Hemp. at East Rockaway ....... 7 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Friends Academy at Lawrence ........ 7 p.m.

Girls Basketball: East Rockaway at West Hemp......... 7 p.m.

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Calhoun impresses in qualifier

By MARC BERMAN sports@liherald.com

Friday, Feb. 9 Girls Basketball: Westbury at Uniondale ................... 5 p.m.

Girls Basketball: V.S. Central at Long Beach.............. 5 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Manhasset at Hewlett................5:30 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Syosset at Oceanside .................... 7 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Hicksville at Freeport...................... 7 p.m.

Boys Basketball: South Side at Kennedy .................. 7 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Baldwin at Plainview ...................... 7 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Plainview at Baldwin ....................... 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 10 Boys Basketball: Calhoun at Elmont .......................10 a.m.

Girls Basketball: G.N. North at Carey ......................10 a.m.

Boys Basketball: Long Beach at V.S. Central ...........12 p.m.

Boys Basketball: G.N. South at East Meadow .........12 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Garden City at Sewanhaka ..........12 p.m.

Girls Basketball: MacArthur at Mepham .................12 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Elmont at Calhoun.......................... 2 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Kennedy at South Side..............3:30 p.m.

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The Calhoun wrestling team thought last season was a banner year. But now it is ready to top that.

At the Nassau County qualifying tournament hosted by Kennedy last Saturday, Calhoun outdid itself with a glorious showing.

Calhoun qualified 15 wrestlers for the upcoming Nassau County Division I championships that will be held this weekend at Hofstra.

Of those 15 qualifiers, three Colts took home titles – junior Bobby Bello (160 pounds), senior Dan Fauci (116) and junior Carter Tenenbaum (215).

It is the most county tournament qualifiers in coach Peter Marques’ six seasons in Merrick. In addition, Bello won the award for most pins (4) in the least amount of time.

“It says how much the program has grown over the years,’’ Bello said. “It’s the time and dedication the coach and players have put in. The community of wrestling has just blown up. It’s very positive.’’

Last season, Calhoun had two AllCounty wrestlers (a top-6 finish) in Ray

Adams and Andrew Foy. This season, the Merrick school is gunning for even more.

“Our goal is if we can get four guys if everything goes really well,’’ Marques said. “Last year we finished 10th as a team. We want to improve on that.’’

The best shot at an All-County grappler is Bello, a junior who didn’t place in the counties last year. Now he’ll go into the counties as a high seed.

“I just have to really wrestle tough and keep doing what I’ve been doing,’’ Bello said. “I have to keep my mental state right and keep training hard. All-County would be a huge stepping stone in achieving some of my goals.’’

Bello was a pin machine at the qualifier. “He’s a very good athlete and able to use his athleticism and speed,’’ Marques said. “He’s a very technical wrestler on the top position. He sticks to his game plan and does what he does well.’’

Bello gained revenge in The Finals with a pin on McArthur’s Mike Waters, whom he had lost to earlier this season. “I tried to get on offense quicker,’’ Bello said of the rematch. “I got a reversal and then I stuck him.’’

The 116-pound class became an All-Calhoun final with Fauci beating his team-

mate, Devin Nichols in The Finals. Both move on to Hofstra.

Tenenbaum’s first place became the most riveting as the match went into double overtime in the 215-pound class. In the second OT, Tenenbaum started from the bottom and notched a reversal during the 30-second period. In the next 30-second segment, with his opponent at the bottom, Tenenbaum kept him down.

The coach Marques believes Bello, Fauci, Nichols, Tenenbaum, junior Sean Gallagher (108 pounds) and Dom DiRico (108) are all All-County candidates.

Gallagher, Nichols, Nicholson, Jayce Joosten and DiRico each finished in second place in their weight classes to make it to the counties. James Chicco was a third-place finisher. Finishing fourth and eking in were Zach Gubba, Liam Lynch, Dylan Nichols, Michael Nicholson, Greg Katragis and Gianni Castiglia. All head to Hofstra.

And it gets even better for the Colts.

The lone female wrester who practices with the squad, Reese Adams, finished second last weekend in the girls individual Long Island Championships at 114 pounds. Her brother, Ray wrestles at Duke after being All-State at Calhoun.

Teaching scam identification to elderly residents identity is gone.”

He also stressed not putting too much information on checks, such as a phone number. Scammers, McDonough said, recruit “cashiers” to buy copies of checks they receive, and will call the people who wrote them. Using the checking account and routing number, scammers will say they are with a check writer’s bank, claim the account has been hacked and ask for more personal information.

“You’re giving them all the information necessary for them to scam you and steal your identity,” McDonough said.

Manda Kristal, the program coordinator for financial abuse and exploitation at the Family and Children’s Association, a nonprofit organization that helps vulnerable people on Long Island, said that mail scams are common, and scammers will also claim to be charity organizations asking for donations. In those cases, Kristal suggested going to charitynavigator.org, which will verify if a charity is legitimate.

“There are lots of evil people out there, and they are constantly conniving and trying to take advantage of people.”

County Legislator Thomas McKevitt said.

Kristal said that phishing emails, in which scammers trick people into giving away sensitive information, will pretend to be your bank and message you that

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State and nassau County elected officials spoke at a scam prevention seminar last month at the Levittown public Library. County Legislator mazi melesa pilip, far left, assemblyman John mikulin, Legislator thomas mcKevitt and assemblyman david mcdonough discussed the importance of identifying scams. your account has been hacked. These types of scams use fear as a tactic, she said, so the victim will be more likely to give up information. Any time an email or phone call claims to be your bank, Kristal said, it is important to call your bank to confirm with them.

Grandparent scams, according to Kristal, have become prevalent, preying on the emotions of the elderly. In these cases, a scammer will call up a grandparent and pretend to be their grandchild, claiming they are in jail and need

money for bail. In these situations, Kristal recommends sharing a password with family members. When a scammer pretends to be family, ask for the password and, she said, they’ll hang up, because scammers would rather move on to an easier target.

Scammers are using new technologies, such as artificial intelligence,” Kristal said, to make them harder to identify. AI is capable of cloning voices and images, which makes it easy for scammers to replicate a person’s voice

or likeness. All the scammer needs are a few words of your voice, or photos, which they can get from voicemails, calls or pictures on the internet.

Assemblyman John Mikulin said that his grandparents simply don’t answer the phone, because, they say, virtually every call is a potential scam.

Kristal explained that scammers are organized and operate like businesses.

They can use robocalls and “spoofing,” where they alter the caller ID, to act as legitimate organizations.

If your identity has been stolen, there are steps you can take, according to the county Office of Crime Victim Advocate, which offers services to victims and witnesses of a crime.

If you are a victim of identity theft, call the companies where the fraud occurred and freeze your accounts, and change logins and passwords. Check your credit reports, and report the theft to the Federal Trade Commission, either online, at idntitytheft.gov, or by calling its identify theft hotline, (877) 438-4338.

Finally, file a report with your local police department and update your personal information.

According to Kristal, victims of a scam will only be more vulnerable, because they’ve proven that they are susceptible to giving up their personal info. “If you’ve been the victim of a scam,” she said, the probability of them coming back to you is very, very high.”

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becoming a Regeneron scholar. As a transfer student at Bellmore-Merrick, she didn’t join the program until last May, when Kommor agreed to take her on. While her classmates had been a part of ASR for almost two full academic years, Graff had just a few months to complete her research project.

Her project, “Think Fast: An Assessment of Cognitive Processing in Relation to Smartphone Proximity,” looked at how proximity to a smartphone impacts cognitive skills, including how fast someone thinks. Her project had two scenarios: one in which students put their phones face-down on their desks, and one in which Graff collected the devices.

Both groups of students were given math exams, and when Graff compared the results, she found the opposite of what she had predicted.

“I found that kids who (usually) have them taken away performed better during the smart phone face down condition than students who usually keep them,” she explained. “That’s where I had my statistical significance. My conclusion was that the hysteria over smartphones is kind of overblown; it’s not really as much of an issue as we perceive it to be.”

Her mentor was psychology professor Lillian Park, of SUNY Old Westbury.

“I really feel like I’ve built on a lot of research experience,” Graff said of the experience. “When I go to college and do research in college, there are a lot of skills that I have now.”

Foufas, who is Mepham’s Class of 2024 valedictorian, investigated “Adapting to Pressure: The Bone Structure-

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each semifinalist completed graduate-level research, and will receive $2,000. mepham will also receive $2,000 per student.

Function Relationship in the Rabbit Talus.” The North Bellmore resident, 17, studied the talus, or ankle bone, of a New Zealand rabbit, and how the pressure in two different locations impacts the structure of the bone.

Though she didn’t work directly with animals, Foufas found a study done recently at Stony Brook University on New Zealand white rabbits, and, with permission, utilized that data in her own research and analysis. That included training artificial intelligence to differentiate bone from void space in Micro-CT scans, a 3D imaging technique utilizing X-rays to see inside an object slice by slice.

Like Graff, Foufas found that the

results of her study were contrary to her hypothesis. She expected the internal, spongy structure of the bone to be centered under the shinbone, due to vertical pressure, instead of closer to the toes.

“Instead, we found they’re almost equal,” she explained. “We were able to assume, for future research, that although it’s overlooked, the tensions put on bone from ligaments and tendons, we should also be looking at those instead of just focusing on forces of compression.”

Her results have implications for osteoporosis treatment and prevention.

Foufas’ mentor was Meir Barak of the bone biomechanics lab at Long

Island University.

Yang, 17, Mepham’s 2024 salutatorian, studied the “MultiFormer: SingleCell ATAC to RNA Prediction Framework.” He worked with mentor Yuying Xie, of Michigan State University.

The Bellmore resident has been interested in artificial intelligence, he said.

He saw a similarity between the translation tasks of current AI models like Chat GPT, Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer, and Google Translate, and the biological use of predicting ribonucleic acid, which is present in all living cells, from deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism.

Using statistical techniques, Yang preprocessed his finds by separating out noise and irrelevant information from what scientists can use to improve their knowledge.

“It’s statistically significant,” he said.

“We’re still pretty far away from the mass use of this technology, but I’m glad I was able to contribute a little. I’m working on getting published right now.”

And Yang’s years of dedication to his research and hard work are paying off: He will attend Stanford University in the fall.

Graff and Foufas have not yet finalized their plans for this fall.

“It’s big thanks to the teachers,” Foufas said of the program. “They are truly the best. They put everything they have into this program and helped it grow over the years, and all of our success is due to them and the opportunity that we’re given. We are very grateful for them.”

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Lakeside students learn about native cultures The Journeys into American Indian Territory program visited Levy Lakeside School on Jan. 26, giving fourth graders an interactive look into local Native American history.

Presenter Bob Vetter brought a moving museum of American Indian artifacts to the school as part of an authentic, curriculum-based learning experience. The program is sponsored by the school’s PTA. He displayed items that explore the components of expressive culture of the Native Peoples of the Easter n Woodlands and Plains.

The presentation included the three basic human needs of food, clothing and shelter, and how the American Indians adapted to each need.

“Every culture has to come up with a way to provide or they don’t survive and aren’t able to pass on another generation,” he explained.

the Journeys into american indian territory program visited Levy Lakeside School on Jan. 26.

American Indians were considered hunters and gatherers and assigned jobs to women and men for thousands of years.

“Women were collectors – or gatherers and went in nature to find things to feed their families,” Vetter added, showing off various tools used.

Maple sap, ber ries and herbs were among the answers from students of what American Indians could forage during that time. He also explained the various uses of animals that were captured from hunters.

In addition to artifacts, students were able to twist wooden drills, which were used to make fire, touch animal furs that were used for warmth and use a corn stomper, which was used to turn seeds into food.

To supplement the lesson, students also created clay pinch pots in their classrooms.

They learned how these handmade vessels were made solely for utilitarian purposes.

Photos courtesy Merrick Union Free School District

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Long Island is in dire need of volunteer firefighters.

Here in Nassau County, for example, just 6,000 men and women serve local departments — not enough to serve a county of nearly 1.5 million residents.

“It’s a crisis,” said Michael Uttaro, Nassau County’s fire marshal.

The county saw a large boost in volunteer firefighters just after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, reaching more than 10,000 strong at its peak. But that enthusiasm has since dwindled, Uttaro said, and protecting communities depends on those willing to step up and defend it.

“We had a little bit of a spike where people wanted to help their communities,” he said. “They were inspired and had feelings of patriotism. That has waned off. And it’s waned off significantly.”

But not all is lost. Edward Tase Jr., president of the Firefighters Association of the State of New York, believes it is up to local fire departments — and ultimately the state — to help fix this issue and raise volunteer numbers.

In fact, the state firefighters association is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to properly invest in recruitment efforts.

Otherwise, the volunteer-based system that has always fueled Long Island may

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Donald Corkery, president of the New York State Association of Fire Districts, shares a study from the state firefighters association at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center in Uniondale, which found nearly half of New York residents are interested in becoming volunteer firefighters. eventually collapse, forcing both Nassau and Suffolk counties to move toward professional firefighters, like those in neighboring New York City.

And that could get expensive. The 80,000 volunteers who staff fire departments throughout the state save taxpayers $4.7 billion each year, according to a state firefighters association study. There are 179 fire departments on Long Island — more than 70 of them found in Nassau — with all but two being volunteer.

“We’re fighting with the government right now,” Tase said. “When you join as

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a volunteer firefighter, you get a $200 credit on your state income tax. I’m pushing to get it to $800, and pushing for the state to understand the value that we provide.”

But volunteering comes with other perks and benefits beyond the income tax credit: breaks on property taxes, grants and scholarships for free or reduced college tuition, and even retirement benefits and service pensions.

“We need to do better and connect more with the communities we serve,” Uttaro said, adding that by having better

community connections, the county can not only grow its active volunteer roster, but also increase the fire department’s diversity.

Although Nassau’s population is becoming more diverse, those demographics aren’t always translating over into the community fire departments.

“We’re missing those folks,” Uttaro said, “and the opportunity to get them to join and let them know about the community they just moved into, and how they can help.”

Another state study found that nearly half of New York residents are interested in volunteering at their local fire department — something Uttaro says he wants to capitalize on.

More than “66 percent of the people surveyed said they would stop down at their local firehouse to get more information on volunteering,” the fire marshal said, “so now it is our job to roll out the welcome mat.”

Regina Cabrera found her way to volunteering for her local fire department in Patchogue. And despite what some might believe about doing this kind of work, there is still plenty of opportunity to still have a life outside of the fire station.

“I have a social life,” she said. “I go to church. I have a 9-to-5. I do a lot. But why not push yourself to do something? You don’t know what you’re capable of until you try.”

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School district hosts inaugural STEAM expo Students in grade 6 throughout the four elementary school districts that feed into the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District, as well as current middle schoolers, were invited to an interactive STEAM Expo on Jan. 31.

Held at Merrick Avenue Middle School, visitors tried their hands on activities such as coding a NAO Robot with Python, navigating Sphero bots, operating VEX robots, working with digital drawing and design, trying out a green screen and more.

Organized by Kennedy High School Science and District STEM Chairperson Rob Soel and Mathematics & Computer Science Chairperson Danielle Caliendo, teachers and administrators from the mathematics, computer science and science departments each had students on hand to demonstrate unique course offerings, clubs and other co-curriculars at the secondary level.

“Our goal was to create an interactive showcase of all Bellmore-Merrick STEAM-related programs, courses, and extracurricular activities, providing the sixth grade and middle school students with the opportunity to explore STEAM fields,” Caliendo said. “It was a great event to bring together the entire community from elementary to high school.”

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Merrick Avenue eighth graders Sofia Magauco demonstrated how to control a NAO robot using programmed voice commands while Mathematics & Computer Science Chairperson Danielle Caliendo looked on.

Grand Avenue technology teacher Alan Pedisich looked on while a student operated a coloring robot.

Tyler Steinberg, Brianna Boland and Ryan Marr of BellmoreMerrick Broadcasting showed off the program’s green screen, giving visitors the chance to be weather forecasters.

Mepham Science teacher Diana Nigro, Calhoun science teacher and Robotics Club adviser Ed Catapano, Kennedy Science and District STEM Chairperson Rob Soel, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Scott Bersin, science teacher and Robotics Club adviser Deanna Ocampo and Rob Tobia, a physics teacher at Calhoun and Mepham high schools.

Merrick Avenue Principal Katelyn Dunn, technology teacher Dan Stiglitz and eighth grader Sebastian Obregon at the drone station.

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Host a celebration to welcome the Year of the Snake

By Karen Bloom Super Sunday weekend is upon us. And with it, the start of the Year of the Dragon, which arrives Feb. 10. Before everyone’s attention turns to the Big Game, why not partake of some more New Year’s revelry with an Asian twist? So take out the broom and sweep away the winter doldrums with a Lunar New Year gathering.

The dragon is the sixth year of the Chinese zodiac, which consists of 12 years (and 12 different animals) total.

A majestic and lucky creature in Chinese folklore, the dragon symbolizes bravery, creativity and innovation.

According to the Chinese horoscope, 2024 is a year full of potential and opportunities for personal growth, professional success and social impact. The dragon is also associated with one of the five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal or water.

Each element gives the dragon a different personality and destiny.

Actually the Year of the Wood Dragon, 2024 is also known as Yang Wood on Dragon, or Jia Chen. The fixed element of the dragon (chen) is Earth (Wu), which represents stability, honesty and loyalty. The variable element of the dragon in 2024 is yang wood, or jia, further representing growth, creativity and flexibility.

The wood dragon, according to the lore, is the most creative and visionary of the dragons. They are optimistic, ambitious and adventurous — ready to explore new ideas and challenge themselves. They are also generous, compassionate, and loyal to their friends.

Therefore, the Year of the Dragon in 2024 is expected to be a time of visionary leaders, innovators and problem solvers.

It’s also predicted to be a great year to start new projects, explore new opportunities, and create value for yourself and others.

Lunar New Year is all about spectacle, from those ubiquitous fireworks and dancing dragons, to an assortment of delectable food. That’s why it’s a holiday anyone can enjoy — and a great time to host a party.

From the décor and color scheme, to the food, Lunar New Year is rich in beautiful symbols. If you’ve got a round table, this is the time to use it, because it is a sign of wholeness.

Decorate it with red and gold accents to represent good luck and prosperity.

During Lunar New Year, the color red is everywhere.

People wear red, decorate with poems on red paper, and give children “hong bao” (or “lucky money”) in red envelopes.

That’s because red symbolizes happiness, abundance and good fortune. It also symbolizes fire, which according to legend, can drive away bad luck.

There are all sorts of symbolic foods, each associated with specific blessings or good luck. Noodles — in dishes such as Snake Alley Noodles — stand for longevity. Pork symbolizes wealth. A whole chicken? Completeness and prosperity.

Supplement the meal with other symbolic foods, such as pot stickers or spring rolls (said to bring prosperity because they resemble gold ingots); a bowl of tangerines or oranges

(their Chinese names sound like the words for “luck” and “wealth”); fortune cookies to go with dessert — you can even insert your own customized fortunes for the year ahead. For the ultimate in a customized fortune, make homemade fortune cookies and write creative fortunes to delight and amuse your guests.

And at the stroke of midnight, open your doors and windows to release the stresses of the old year.

Lucky Day Stir Fry

• 1/3 cup stir-fry Sauce • 1 large clove garlic, pressed • 1/2 pound fresh asparagus • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 medium onion, sliced • 1/2 pound fresh snow peas, trimmed • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips • 10 to 12 ears canned whole baby corn, rinsed (optional) Combine stir-fry sauce and garlic. Cut asparagus crosswise into 2-inch pieces.

Heat oil in hot wok or large skillet over high heat. Add asparagus and onion; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add snow peas; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add red bell pepper; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add corn; stir-fry 1 minute.

Pour in stir-fry sauce mixture and cook, stirring, until vegetables are coated with sauce. Serve immediately.

Classic Fried Rice

• 6 strips bacon, cut 1/2-inch pieces • 1 egg, beaten • 8 green onions and tops, sliced • 4 cups cold, cooked rice • 1 tablespoon minced garlic • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Move bacon to the side of the pan; add egg and scramble. Move egg over and add green onions to the skillet; saute for about a minute. Stir in the rice, add garlic and soy sauce. Toss until mixture is well blended and heated through.

Snake Alley Noodles

• 3/4 pound uncooked spaghetti • 1/4 cup soy sauce • 2 tablespoons dry sherry • 4 teaspoons cornstarch • 1 pound ground pork • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper • 3/4 cup chopped green onions and tops • 1/2 pound cooked baby shrimp, rinsed and drained Cook spaghetti according to package directions, omitting salt; drain and keep warm.

Meanwhile, combine soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch and 1 cup water.

Stir-fry pork with ginger, garlic and red pepper in hot wok or large skillet over medium heat, until pork is cooked.

Add green onions; stir-fry 1 minute. Add soy sauce mixture; cook and stir until mixture boils and thickens slightly. Stir in shrimp and heat through.

Pour over noodles and toss to combine. Enjoy!

Relive those great R&B tunes of days gone by as some top R&B groups take the stage at Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center for an evening of classic sounds.

Blue Magic, Black Ivory and The Legendary Blue Notes featuring Sugar Bear sing their greatest hits. The evening is hosted by ‘Big Murph’ of Classic Soul 107.5 FM’s ‘Murph in the Morning and Instant Classic Radio Show.’ Sing along to such favorites as ‘If You Don’t Know Me By Now,’ ‘I Miss You,’ ‘Don’t Turn Around’ and ‘Sideshow.’ The iconic Philly soul group Blue Magic — known for dreamy ballads and choreographed stage moves — peaked in 1974 with the Top 10 pop hit ‘Sideshow.’ Romantic, sensual, soothing and captivating are the words that describe Blue Magic’s musical talents. They reached Gold status with ‘Sideshow,’ their first million-selling hit single. Besides their exquisite vocal harmonies. they’re also known for their masterful storytelling choreography.

Friday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45. Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. Adelphi. edu/pac, or (516) 877-4000.

‘Easy come, easy go’ Queen-mania rocks on. Almost Queen is back with their homage to the beloved band. They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, they transport you back in time to experience the magic and essence of Queen themselves. The band — featuring Joseph Russo as Freddie Mercury, Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon, and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor — consistently delivers a dynamic live performance showcasing signature four-part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. Their authenticity shines through in their impeccable attention to detail and genuine costumes, while their live energy and precision will leave fans of all ages with an unforgettable concert experience.

Saturday, Feb. 10, 8 p.m. $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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Friends of the Brothers visits the Landmark stage with their dynamic tribute to the Allman Brothers, Friday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m.

Their powerful celebration of the Allman Brothers, featuring musician closely associated with the original band, continues the brotherhood with passion, committed to the ideals of every night being special and unique. Guitarist/singer Junior Mack has fronted Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band for 12 years and starred in the acclaimed Broadway show “Lackawanna Blues.” Guitarist Andy Aledort played with Dickey Betts for 12 years, has recorded with Double Trouble and Band of Gypsys and toured with Experience Hendrix. Singer/guitarist Alan Paul is the author of “One Way Out,” the definitive, best-selling Allman Brothers Band biography based on 25 years of reporting on and interviewing the band.

Their first-hand experience with the Allman Brothers Band and their deep knowledge of the repertoire and the music’s roots and heritage allows them to play with an unrivaled depth.

They perform songs from every stage of the Allman Brothers Band’s career, backed by a band of inspirational, veteran players, including drummers Dave Diamond (Zen Tricksters, Bob Weir, Robert Randolph) and Lee Finkelstein (Tower of Power, Blues Brothers), bassist Craig Privett (Half Step) and keyboardist Mike Katzman (Leslie Mendelsohn, The Electrix). Hear songs from every stage of the Allman Brothers’ career, backed by a band of inspirational, veteran players. $33, $28. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

Welcome the Year of the Dragon at Long Island Children’s Museum, Saturday, Feb. 10, 12-2 p.m. Stop by to learn all about this special year, believed to bring an abundance of opportunities, wealth and luck for everyone. Make a dragon craft to take home. For ages 3 and up. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

Karaoke Night Tango Time Trivia hosts a free karaoke night at Elsie Lane Bellmore, Friday, Feb.10, 10 p.m.

The hosts will bring jokes and good music, while Elsie Lane is known for their great wings.

2819 Jerusalem Ave., North Bellmore. Visit Eventbrite.com/ freefridaykaraoke for more.

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

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

Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Our Gilded Age,” examines the appearances and the realities of an era that mirrors our own in many ways.

Like the nation’s economy, American art and literature flourished during the Gilded Age. The art of John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Louis Comfort Tiffany and others adorned palatial residences designed

by Stanford White and Ogden Codman Jr., architect of the museum’s own quintessential Gilded Age mansion.

Drawing heavily upon the local literary history of Long Island, including William Cullen Bryant, Mark Twain (who named the Gilded Age), Walt Whitman, Edith Wharton and others, the exhibition will include paintings, fashion, decorative arts including period silver and china, photographs, manuscripts, first editions and other historic memorabilia.

The “Upstairs, Downstairs” approach to the life of a country house brings to life not only the storied conspicuous consumption for which the Gilded Age was infamous, but also the real lives of these many individuals who maintained the palatial estates where that lifestyle was enjoyed.

On view through March 10.

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

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‘Parallel Perspectives’ View Molloy University Art Gallery’s current exhibition, a duo exhibit displaying artwork of noted Long Island artists Holly Gordon and Ward Hooper. Various complementary paintings and prints are on view. Upon meeting, it became obvious that both Gordon and Hooper were deeply inspired

by Long Island’s fascinating environment and natural beauty.

Together, they toured the island and captured the same places, each interpreting the scenes in front of them through their distinctive artistic styles. Their creations not only influence one another but also blend unique aesthetics in their collaborative artistic journey.

Gordon and Hooper’s partnership yielded numerous accomplishments, one of which was the publication of their book “Parallel Perspectives: The Brush/Lens Collaboration.” Through Feb. 16. Kellenberg Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Call (516) 323-3196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu for more.

Breast screening ‘Love Letters’ Plaza Theatricals continues its season with “Love Letters,” Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:30 p.m. Starring Kim and Chris Dufrenoy, this and imaginative theatre piece is comprised of letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together, went their separate ways, but continued to share confidences.

Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence began with birthday party thankyou notes. Following the performance, the Dufrenoys share some favorite Broadway love songs! See it at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, visit PlazaTheatrical. com or call (516) 599-6870.0.

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Love yourself on Valentine’s Day, with a breast screening at Mercy Hospital, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 1-4 p.m. Self-care is the most important gift you can give yourself on Valentine’s Day. Must be age 40 and over to book an appointment. 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Visit chsli.org/mercyhospital or call (516) 626-3729 for more information.

Comedy showcase Laugh the night away when Governor’s Comedy Clubs and GovsRadio.com presents some of the best comics on the circuit, at The Brokerage, Thursday, Feb.8. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show begins at 8 p.m. $14 per person; must be 16 or over to attend. 2797 Merrick Road, Bellmore.

Visit Brokerage.govs.com for more.

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Cinderella, a zany Godmother, a trip to the royal ball, and a glass slipper continues to delight audiences everywhere. The most classic of all fairy tales springs to life in this Sunrise Theatre Company’s production of the classic tale, Saturday, Feb. 10, 11 a.m.; Sunday, Feb. 11, noon. Follow along in this fast-paced musical production as the ragged Cinderella meets up with the handsome prince looking for a bride. All tickets $15. Visit the Sunrise stage at The Showplace at Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. For information/tickets, SunriseTheatreLI.com or call (516) 218-2782.

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Enjoy a movie on North Bellmore Public Library’s big screen, Thursday, Feb. 15, 1:30-4 p.m. See “Loving,” the 2016 biographical romantic drama that tells the story of Richard and Mildred Loving, the plaintiffs in the historic 1967 U.S. Supreme Court decision Loving v. Virginia, which invalidated state laws prohibiting interracial marriage. Starring Joel Edgerton and Ruth Negga, it was nominated for numerous awards.

Rated PG-13. 1551 Newbridge Road, North Bellmore. For more information, visit NorthBellmorelibrary.org

Enjoy a movie on Merrick Library’s big screen, Friday, Feb. 9, 1-4 p.m.

See “Oppenheimer”t the acclaimed biopic, now up for many Academy Awards.

It stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the American theoretical physicist credited with being the “father of the atomic bomb.” Rated R. No reservations necessary. 2279 Merrick Ave, Merrick. Visit MerrickLibrary.org for more.

Theater presentation Lantern Theatre performs “Couples’ Calamities,” at North Bellmore Public Library, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2-4 p.m. Laugh and cry as you explore the calamities of romantic relationships, in this theatrical compilation of Neil Simon’s “Plaza Suite,” “Miss You” by David Auburn, “Post-Its” by Paul Dooley and Winnie Holzman, and ‘Chocolate” by Frederick Stroppel.. No registration required. 1551 Newbridge Road, North Bellmore. For more information, visit NorthBellmorelibrary.org or call (516) 785-6260.

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Notice is hereby given that I shall, commencing on February 20, 2024, sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on real estate herein-after described, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party-ininterest in such real estate shall pay to the County Treasurer by February 15, 2024 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges, against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 per cent per six month’s period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the February 20, 2024 lien sale, Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased.

Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online.

Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/526/County-Treasurer Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person auction shall be held, same will commence on the 20th day of February, 2024 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer.

The liens are for arrears of School District taxes for the year 2022 - 2023 and/or County, Town, and Special District taxes for the year 2023. The following is a partial listing of the real estate located in school district number(s) 25, 29 in the Town of Hempstead only, upon which tax liens are to be sold, with a brief description of the same by reference to the County Land and Tax Map, the name of the owner or occupant as the same appears on the 2022/2023 tentative assessment roll, and the total amount of such unpaid taxes. imporTanT THE NAMES OF OWNERS SHOWN ON THIS LIST MAY NOT NECESSARILY BE THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS OWNING THE PROPERTY AT THE TIME OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT. SUCH NAMES HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM THE 2022/2023 TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLLS AND MAY DIFFER FROM THE NAMES OF THE OWNERS AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. IT MAY ALSO BE THAT SUCH OWNERS ARE NOMINAL ONLY AND ANOTHER PERSON IS ACTUALLY THE BENEFICIAL OWNER.

Town of HempsTead scHool:25 merrick Ufsd Name Parcel Group Lot TAHMAZ AYDIN & NURIYE 55 P 00110 11-13 VALENCIA ALISON 55066 00510 51-52,332 TURBE WILLIAM & ALICIA 55082 01590 159-161 SLATTERY JOSEPH & MAUREEN L 55091 02140 GIES CAROL 55106 01520 CRACCO GAIL 55107 03280 328-329 MCGRANE WILLIAM 55121 03450 345 - 346 POWERS CATHERINE LIFE ESTATE 55124 03910 391-393 NESCI ROSALIE LE 55124 04080 408-409 TURRINI TRUST 55127 00620 KINKADE BRANDON N 55128 03340 MURTHA MICHAEL & DIANE L 551340200180 COOK ROLAND & ADELINE 55135 00060 ANSAR PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT INC. 55140 02450 245-246 SALAMA MAGDY & ELHAWARY MONA 55143 04430 1687 NEW YORK AVENUE CORP 55145 00240 24-26

Amount 14,152.82 20,015.23 3,531.12 20,965.90 2,129.74 5,669.09 19,780.09 18,908.75 4,767.65 2,009.93 12,894.37 4,264.23 14,473.64 11,057.85 6,682.95 11,507.21

1833 SUNRISE LLC 55145 00310 2 1844 Landsdowne Avenue 55150 00720 72-73,89 1844 Landsdowne Avenue 55150 00750 75,90 1844 Landsdowne Avenue 55150 00950 ANDERSON DONALD LIFE ESTATE 55162 01290 JPM LLC 55167 02180 RAYMAN RICHARD A & RAYMAN RIC 55173 01190 JEFFREY DONNA R 55173 01340 HEIDE CLAUDETTE BARAN & HEIDE J 55175 01330 CIPOLLA SALLY 55175 01390 RADBURN LOIS 55177 00270 27 & 28 KOLKOS NICHOLAS E & MARY 55178 01180 FABIAN JOHN J & CATHERINE LIFE 55183 00150 15-16,214 PADILLA ADRIAN A 55185 00200 20-21,37-38 GILMORE JOHN 55493 08300 SULLIVAN JOHN & ANN 55502 06750 675-676 PLANET EARTH REALTY CORP 55502 06790 NOTO JOSEPH 55523 03510 TRICARICO ANGELA COLLINS 55544 01190 LEWIS K STROEHLEIN & R 56087 00170 17-19 CHRISTY PATRICIA R LIFE ESTATE 56093 01220 SZABO ALICE 56098 00070 COONS RONALD E & CAROLYN B 56175 00030 3,124,129 OKEEFE DEBORAHANN 56178 01160 ALETRAKIS TIMOTHY 56179 00240 GARDNER MARWA & PATRICK J 56182 00360 36-39 OLSEN KENNETH 56449 00030 POWELL DOROTHY P 56450 00220 ALBERT PETRAGLIA & DRAKE RUSSEL 56456 00180 AJ OMNI LLC 62001 01750 175-176 RICE MARGARET 62004 00700 70-71,269 WILENS BERNARD & SUSAN 62005 00620 EMMOTT CATHERINE L TRUST 62008 00200 20-21 CLEMENT CHRISTOPHER M & CATHERI 62014 00200 20-22 KANFER DIANA & SARA 62020 00200 20-22 DOLITSKY ALICE 62022 01570 GULLO TORIANN 62026 00080 KADER BONNIE 62190 00560 JOSEPHSON MAURY & BETH 62194 00420 FINESTONE ALBERT 62199 00090 WEISS KAREN & SCOTT 62199 00250 GROSS WILLIAM & 62211 00170 STEPENSKY LEON & AGRON TATYANA 62217 00010 DUCHIN HAROLD & CONSTANCE 62223 00170 KAISERMAN ALEX 62225 00180 ROSENBLUM D CONRAD & IRA 62228 00050 AKSOY SOPHIA 63125 00100 10-12 BUSHKIN FELIZIA LIFE ESTATE 63127 00490 49-51 CASELLA SALVATORE VITO & NICOLE 63128 00140 14-16 EHMANN ROBERT 63129 00770 KAPLAN BENJAMIN & JENNIFER 63133 00920 GUTTMAN LESLIE 63141 00600 60-62

30,268.28

30,511.47 25,762.78 49,486.13 2,166.97 4,671.89 15,069.29 4,966.67 17,639.04 8,124.85 10,264.13

WERNER KENNETH & TAMMY W 63142 00140 14-16 GAON MARTIN A & AMY D 63143 00530 WASSER MICHAEL 63146 00450 GILLMAN SANDY & SHARON 63153 00460 COHEN ADAM & IRENE 63282 00020 GELFAND E P 63321 00110 123 HERKIMER LLC 63327 00200 GREENBERG MARVIN & JOYCE 63333 00260

18,049.21 21,980.65 7,716.98 21,816.79 3,116.76 2,846.12 26,936.74 4,406.44

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16,479.67

Name Parcel Group Lot KAPLAN KENNETH & LOIS 50 V0200620 RIEDMAN EDWARD & GERRILEE 50356 00030 VILLAFANE JOSEPH & VILLAFANE EL 50373 01590 MARTI DONNA 50577 02270 CHAUDHRY KHALID I & RAMLAKHAN D 50589 00030 KATZ HOWARD L & ISABEL D 55002 09140 LEITENIS GEORGE & CAROLYN 55004 00090 ELLENBOGEN HYMAN & EDITH 55007 06860 DASILVA ROBERTO & ARMINDA 55008 06480 648-650 MILLER VIVIAN LIFE ESTATE 55009 06670 667-668 GOODWIN JANET 55024 02430 243-244 BENNETT RICHARD J 55048 00580 58-61 JACOBSON LISA & BERNSTEIN JOSHU 55048 10340 1034-1036, 1056-1057 MURRAY PAULINE M LIFE ESTATE 55052 00200 20-22 BALDAUF MARGARET E 55055 02100 210-211 COSTANZA MICHAEL D 55075 11900 1190-1191 BERTE GAETANO T & CONSIGLIA LI 55080 06510 651 BHNV REALTY 2 CORP 55081 03640 364-365 GOLLIN ADAM DOUGLAS & PAMELA CR 55091 02080 208-209 CASSAR EDWARD & LYNN 55500 00050 SCHWEIGER TRUST 55525 00430 PENNYMAC CORP 55529 00930 ERRICO ANTHONY & KIM 55542 00050 K9 INVESTORS LLC 55544 10200 MCKENNA CHRISTOPHER 56 A0300290 AVENA VINCENT 56 J 02070 CASSISI O. JOHN 56032 09470 CALLAGHAN CELIA LIFE ESTATE 56033 09540 PUGLIESE MARY 56050 00410 41-42 DARIENZO PATRICK & CATHERINE 56051 02220 222-224 DEEGAN JOHN & ELIZABETH 56051 02520 COSTABILE JEFFREY J TRUST 56075 00560 KISLOW HERBERT & GAYLE 56104 00590 LOMBARDO LOUISE 56437 00670 BAYERN ROBERT & MARGARET 56510 00030 J & P CONSULTING ADVISORS LLC 56511 00230

10,408.91

TERMS OF SALE

26,650.00

Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldier’s and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts.

14,362.89 4,142.07 13,010.65 19,769.54 2,985.28 18,038.69 3,782.54 7,327.12 20,957.88 2,492.89 2,487.01 12,051.48 20,301.96 16,574.07 3,633.54 2,660.51 10,423.88 15,778.73 11,136.53 17,817.04 17,711.15 9,506.06 3,774.02 2,483.56 2,702.39 22,063.19 2,190.27 6,367.57 9,424.75 5,200.00 25,462.17 3,610.28 2,599.50 3,275.06 3,223.85 3,028.32

345.81 4,405.64

Amount 6,650.95 3,779.97 14,819.74 4,652.82 11,755.88 10,772.93 12,261.07 5,811.45 2,012.19 6,353.76 12,285.75

However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased.

The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/ or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA), 12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et. seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) receivership.

The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed.

The rate of interest and penalty which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount from which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase be of no further effect.

4,316.51

Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale.

4,724.88

Furthermore, as to the bidding,

13,362.04 2,619.10

12,508.09 2,678.34 20,965.70 7,445.69 14,893.94 10,609.76 5,846.12 11,449.07 10,388.61 5,131.07 4,884.49 2,471.10 7,365.58 1,997.39 1,769.99 20,075.53 7,430.87 17,466.85 5,361.18 5,052.30 16,732.36

• The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates.

• The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates.

•The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid.

•If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made, in connection with, said bid shall be forfeited.

This list includes only tax liens on real estate located in Town of Hempstead. Such other tax liens on real estate are advertised as follows: Town of HempsTead Dist 1001

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Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities.

Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office. Upon request, information can be made available in braille, large print, audio tape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516) 571-2090 ext. 13715.

Dated: February 07, 2024

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, V. NORA SALVAGNI AS ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE ESTATE OF DANIEL SALVAGNI, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated October 10, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and NORA SALVAGNI AS ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE ESTATE OF DANIEL SALVAGNI, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on February 20, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 1841 GARDENIA AVE, MERRICK A/K/A NORTH MERRICK, NY 11566: Section 55, Block 515, Lot 37: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT NORTH MERRICK, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 009706/2012. Jane P. Shrenkel, 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. 144347 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT, NASSAU COUNTY INDEX NO.: 612596/2018 DIME COMMUNITY BANK f/k/a THE DIME SAVINGS BANK OF WILLIAMSBURGH v.

MICHAEL D. COSTANZA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PETER J. TOMAO, JOHN DOE and JANE DOE, Defendants.

Pursuant to Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, dated April 3, 2023 and entered on April 4, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, “Rain or Shine”, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York on the 26th day of February, 2024 at 2:00 P.M., the premises directed by said

Judgment to be sold, being in Section 55, Block 75, Lots 1190-1191 on the Tax Map of the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, and known by the street number 1789 Gianelli Avenue, Merrick, New York 11566.

If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction.

The approximate amount of Judgment is $115,055.79 plus interest, costs, attorneys’ fees and advances. Said premises will be sold subject to the provisions of the filed Judgment and the Terms of Sale.

BRIAN J. DAVIS, ESQ., Referee.

SANDERS, GUTMAN & BRODIE, P.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff, 18 North Central Avenue, Suite 204, Hartsdale, New York 10530 (718) 522-0666 144416

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-WMC2, V. TODD C. SCHLEGEL, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated April 10, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of NASSAU, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-WMC2 is the Plaintiff and TODD C. SCHLEGEL, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on February 28, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 1747 CHESTNUT STREET, MERRICK, NY 11566: Section 55, Block 155, Lot 34: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT MERRICK, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 001064/2015.

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 144511

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Alys Balbes; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 5, 2018 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 March 5, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 2599 Orr Street, Merrick, NY 11566-4745.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Merrick, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 63 Block 135 Lot 861.

Approximate amount of judgment $588,637.31 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 014715/2013.

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.”

Irene Villacci, 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: December 26, 2023 144637 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU ELIZON MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST I, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS OWNER TRUSTEE Plaintiff -againstROSEMARIE FRATELLO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated August 1, 2023 and entered on August 8, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on March 4, 2024 at 2:00

p.m. premises situate, lying and being at North Merrick, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the westerly side of Richard Avenue, distant 250 feet Southerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the westerly side of Richard Avenue and the southerly side of Henry Street; being a plot 125 feet by 75 feet by 125 feet by 75 feet.

SBL# 55,6,803-805 *REFEREE does not accept cash only bank or certified checks payable to Lisa Goodwin, Esq., referee* Said premises known as 45 RICHARD AVENUE, NORTH MERRICK, NY 11566 Approximate amount of lien $674,050.36 plus interest & costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 606896/2019.

LISA GOODWIN, ESQ., Referee Kosterich & Skeete, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 707 Westchester Ave, Suite 302, White Plains, NY 10604 {* MERRICK HE*} 144554

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 2/14/2024 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: --------------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 102/24. MERRICK - Janice McDonald, Variances, lot area occupied, front yard average setback, construct 2-story addition, 2nd story addition & portico, all attached to dwelling (remove existing one story addition)., S/s Ivanhoe Dr., 100’ W/o Hempstead Babylon Tpke., a/k/a 11 Ivanhoe Dr. 105/24. MERRICK - Mina LoRusso, Variances, height, side yard, side yards aggregate, construct 2-story & 2nd story additions with garage & outdoor kitchen, 2nd floor deck with stairs & roof deck all attached to dwelling., W/s Whaleneck Dr., 56’ N/o Charlotte Dr., a/k/a 2882 Whaleneck Dr.

Las Vegas Sands once again one of world’s most admired companies Las Vegas Sands — the company looking to invest $4 billion into the Nassau Hub site in Uniondale — is one of just two hotel and gaming companies named as one of Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies.

This is the 10th year the Sands has been included on the list.

“Sands being included on Fortune’s list is an endorsement of our performance in delivering economic, social, and environmental value to our communities, team members and customers,” said Patrick Dumont, president and chief operating officer of Sands, in a release.

“Entering 2024 with this recognition demonstrates our ability to successfully navigate change and evolution, while remaining focused on the positive impact we strive to deliver.”

After exiting its Las Vegas operations in 2022, Sands has focused on reinvestment in Asia, and the development of new businesses and geographies. The company reaffirmed its commitment to Macao last year with Sands China’s pledge to invest $3.75 billion in capital and operating projects through 2032 to support Macao’s stature as a global tourism destination.

Sands also is focused on continuing

to propel Singapore’s growth in international tourism with a $1.75 billion reinvestment pro g ram cur rently underway at Marina Bay Sands.

Much closer to home, Sands looks to earn one of New York’s downstate casino licenses with a massive redevelopment of the 80-acre property where the Nassau Coliseum currently sits. It plans to build outdoor community spaces, high-end hotels, and what Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman describes as a “world-class live performance venue honoring the legacy of live music” at the Coliseum.

The project also is expected to include celebrity chef restaurants, convention space and ballrooms, a day spa, a swimming pool, and a health club, along with a casino.

It is expected to create 12,000 construction jobs, and ultimately employ 5,000 people.

As of 2022, Sands has invested $56 million in workforce development initiatives globally, while reducing its carbon emissions by 50 percent — partially affected by lower attendance at the height of the coronavirus pandemic.

The Fortune designation joins other recent recognition from Newsweek as one of its most responsible companies, as well as Dow Jones’ sustainability world and North America indices.

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Deadline for submissions is noon Thursday, week prior to publication.

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Public Notices

114/24. MERRICK - Ken Rosenberg, Maintain accessory structure (shed A) exceeding horizontal maximum, not permitted in the side yard, with less than required side yard setback; Maintain 2nd accessory structure (shed B) exceeding horizontal maximum, not permitted in the side yard, with less than required side yard setback; Maintain 3rd accessory structure (outdoor kitchen with roof over) higher & larger than permitted, exceeding horizontal maximum with less than required rear yard setback, all with lot area occupied variances., E/s Shore Dr., 1185.91’ S/o Leonard La., a/k/a 2927 Shore Dr. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR

INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.

This notice is only for new cases in Merrick within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction.

There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available a t https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision

calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it.

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LEGAL NOTICE MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT New York State Law requires written transportation requests annually from parents or guardians of children (Grades K - 6) who are residents of the Merrick School District and attend non-public schools. The application must be filed

by April 1, 2024 for the 2024-2025 school year or within 30 days after residency is established.

A separate application is required for each child.

Transportation is provided only to those schools within a 15-mile radius of the child’s home.

Transportation applications for the 2024-2025 school year are available at the Administrative Offices of the Merrick School District, 21 Babylon Road, Merrick, NY 11566 or on the District website www.merrick.k12.ny.us under District/Transportation.

Please contact Merrick Schools Transportation at (516) 992-7285 with any questions.

Applications for students entering grades 7 through 12 can be found on the BellmoreMerrick CHSD website or call (516) 992-1024.

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

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DAY CARE ASSISTANT Full Time Needed Fun, Energetic, Reliable $16.00/ Hour

Call Nancy For More Details Serious Inquiries Only

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DRIVERS WANTED

Full Time and Part Time Positions Available!

Busy Print Shop in Garden City is Hiring Immediately for Full Time and Part Time Drivers.

Must Have a Clean License and BoxTruck Driving Experience.

Hours Vary, Salary Ranges from $17 per hour to $21 per hour Night Availability is a Must.

Please Email Resume to careers@liherald.com or Call (516)569-4000 x239

DRIVING INSTRUCTOR

Company Car/ Bonuses. Clean Driving Record Required, Will Train. Retirees Welcome! $20 - $25/ Hour Bell Auto School 516-365-5778

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DRIVING INSTRUCTORS WANTED Will Certify And Train HS Diploma

NYS License Clean 3 Years $20 - $25/ Hour

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EDITOR/REPORTER

Part Time & Full Time. The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team! This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business.

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 launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry. Salary range is from $20K to $45K To apply: Send a brief summary in the form of a cover letter describing your career goals and what strengths you can bring to our newsroom, along with a resume and three writing samples to mhinman@liherald.com LOGISTICS ANALYST: ALPI USA Inc. seeks a Logistics Analyst in Valley Stream, Nassau County, New York. Bachelor's degree in International Business or Operations and Supply Chain Management required. Knowledge and Proficiency in Cargo Wise, Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, and Power Point), Trade Map, SAP Business and Management software.

Qualified applicants may submit resume directly to Michael Laurence Carkin, Chief Operating Officer, via email to michael.carkin@alpiusa.com MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailroom/warehouse helper in Garden City.

We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required.

Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges fromo $16 per hour to $20 per hour.

Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com

MULTI MEDIA ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT Inside Sales Looking for an aggressive self starter who is great at making and maintaining relationships and loves to help businesses grow by marketing them on many different advertising platforms. You will source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls. Must have the ability to understand customer needs and requirements and turn them in to positive advertising solutions. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in a quick sales cycle environment. Compensation ranges from $33,280 + commissions and bonuses to over $100,000 including commission and bonuses. We also offer health benefits, 401K and paid time off. Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to ereynolds@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000 X286

Richner Communications, One of the Fastest Growing Media, Event and Communications Companies on Long Island is Seeking a Sales/Marketing Candidate to Sell our Print Media Products and our Digital, Events, Sponsorships.

Earning potential ranges from $33,280 plus commission and bonuses to over $100,000 including commissions and bonuses.

Compensation is based on Full Time hours Eligible for Health Benefits, 401k and Paid Time Off. Please Send Cover Letter and Resume with Salary Requirements to rglickman@liherald.com or Call 516-569-4000 X250

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MEDICAL SECRETARY/ ASSISTANT PT/ FT: Garden City. Responsible. $18-$20/ Hour. Computer Experience Helpful, Will Train. Call 516-739-0333: Fax 516-739-0344; mdinfo@modlinent.com

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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

RECEPTIONIST P/T

Valley Stream Subaru Flexible Days/ Hours 20-25 Hours. $16.00/Hour

Answer Phones, Light Clerical

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Management Analyst wanted by 3W Auto Accessory Inc. in Oceanside NY. Must have a bachelor's degree in Management, Economics or other business-related major. Duties: Conduct research and gather relevant data on the organizational procedure and management and identify potential problems or improvements; Review documents and financial records to design new SOP or management system; Design and improve processes to achieve operational excellence and define customer performance metrics; Prepare, implement, and manage customer SOPs and internal manuals; Lead the company's management on critical initiatives with a focus on continually improving performance, productivity, and cost. Yearly Salar y will be $73590 to $80000. Mail Resume to 3W Auto Accessory Inc., Attn: Qi Zhou, 3401 Lawson Blvd, Oceanside, NY 11572.

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Move Right Into This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Spacious Corner Unit. Updtd Gran/Wood Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Garage Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living. Convenient to Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship....$649,000 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 H EW L ET T 1 53 4 B ROA DWAY # 213 , OPEN HOUSE By Appt, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Move Right Into This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Spacious Corner Unit. Updtd Gran/Wood Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Garage Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living. Convenient to Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship....$649,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299 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

Houses For Rent HEWLET BA 1554 Moffitt Ave, OPEN , WHOLE HOUSE RENTAL! Updtd 4 BR Col w/ 2 New Bths. LR/Fpl,FDR, Den & Kit. Main Flr BR/Off. Newer W/D, Ductless AC Units, Gas Ht. 2 Car Det Gar. Enclosed Yard. SD#14(Hewlett-Wood). Great Location Near Schools, Park, LIRR & Houses of Worship...$4500 per month Ronnie Gerber.

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Apartments Wanted SOUTH SHORE VICINITY: Nice, Responsible Person Seeking Studio/ 1 BR/ Share. Lower Level Okay. 516-569-5054

Rooms Wanted RESPONSIBLE PERSON LOOKING for Room to Rent in either Uniondale, Freeport, Hempstead or Baldwin.

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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.

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Bricks, too, require workmanship

Q. Why do bricks fall off a wall? I live in a brick house, and was concerned when I saw in the news recently that a whole side of condos in Suffolk County just collapsed on cars. The report said it was under investigation, but we rarely hear the answer to what they found. What could cause that, and is there anything I can do with my brick house?

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A. The expression that something or someone is “built like a brick house” obviously didn’t apply in this case. You never think of brick as a weak or precarious material applied to buildings, but because brick is not structural, but rather cosmetic, attached to the rest of the face of a building with thin strips of metal from behind, if not done onte eeper correctly, the result can be just like what you saw in that news story.

Unfortunately, there’s little you can do about your wall’s hidden conditions unless you open them. Sadly, there are many workers who have never had formal training in the proper application of construction materials. I noted over the years, as a volunteer mentor in several high schools, that school curriculums reduced or eliminated classes in industrial arts, automotive repair and construction technology and replaced them with computer technology and preparation for a college education.

I realize this is a general statement that educators could debate and grade me on, but the simple fact is that because little or no training qualifications are required to get a contractor’s license and no formal construction education is required, poor workmanship and bad decisions, with no basis in engineering or science, are a daily occurrence, especially in residential construction. Not that everyone does a poor job, but quality control is based on pride and vigilance, not on uniformity, like you find with other skilled professions, where oversight and responsibility is strict and rampant, as in the medical field.

Anybody can argue anything, but public safety should be everyone’s job, and that wall was either missing the wall ties, they were spaced too far apart, they weren’t the right kind, the wall had no spacing behind to allow trapped water to flow out, or the backup material wasn’t correctly waterproofed and thus deteriorated. It’s important that even a brick wall is handled correctly from start to finish. We hear people protesting daily for freedom from regulation, but isn’t it your right not to be subjected to a brick wall collapse that was avoidable?

I speak with building and homeowners daily, and find that most, if not all, have a reasonable expectation that the work they’re paying for will be, as they often say, “perfect” or something close.

When that level of expectation isn’t met, the customer is generally upset. Since the industry places responsibility on the wrong people, such as inspectors, engineers and architects instead of the last person to touch the construction, the problem is perpetual. Good luck!

Ask The Architect

he Price is Right!! This home has it all! There are 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a spacious living room, dining room and huge country eat in kitchen. The den, has sliders to the patio and yard and it also has a laundry as well as a 2 car attached garage. This home boasts gleaming hardwood floors plus the location has access to the bay and Sound Side Beach. Asking $569,000!

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Mishelle Berger Calo Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker mishelle.bergercalo@compass.com M: 516.398.3984 O: 516.500.8271 Compass Realty 41 The Plaza Locust Valley, NY

OPEN HOUSES SUNday, 2/11/24 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

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HEWLETT 1267 Peninsula Blvd, BA, 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 1534 Broadway #213, BA, FIRST TIME ON MARKET! Move Right Into This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo in Prestigious Jonathan Hall with Doorman & Elevator. Spacious Corner Unit. Updtd Gran/ Wood Kit, LR & DR. Washer/Dryer in Unit. Gar Pkg. Loads of Closets. Terrace Faces Back. Easy Ranch Style Living. Convenient to Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship ...............................$649,000 1390 Broadway #117, BA, NEW TO MARKET! Move Right Into This Beautiful JR 4 Coop Apt in Luxurious Hewlett Townhouse.

Huge LR & DR, Ren Kit w/ Wood Cab/Quartz Counters/ Stainless St Appl. Encl Terrace Overlooking Garden can Be Rm. Spac BR w/ En Suite Bath. W/D in Apt. 24 Hr Drmn, Elevator, Valet Pkg, Priv Storage. Redone IG Comm Pool. Gar Pkg. Near Shops, LIRR & Houses of Worship ............................................................$359,000

This Robin won’t rest until you are in your new NEST! How’s the market?? Please contact me for your free market report and personalized service!

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1554 Moffitt Ave, BA, WHOLE HOUSE RENTAL! Updtd 4 BR Col w/ 2 New Bths. LR/Fpl, FDR, Den & Kit. Main Flr BR/Off. Newer W/D, Ductless AC Units, Gas Ht. 2 Car Det Gar. Enclosed Yard.

SD#14 (Hewlett-Wood). Great Location Near Schools, Park, LIRR & Houses of Worship ........................................... $4500 per month

Furnished Rooms/Apts.

RESPONSIBLE PERSON LOOKING For a Room to Rent or Apartment to Share in either Hempstead, Uniondale, Freeport, or Baldwin Vicinity. Non-Smoker, Reliable, Quiet and Very Nice.

Call/ Text 929-620-9363

Apts./House To Share HEMPSTEAD, UNIONDALE, FREEPORT, BALDWIN OR VICINITY: Responsible Person Looking to Share a 2 Bedroom Apartment or House.

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

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orget scary movies or the end of the world — what scares almost all of us the most, by far, is getting a voicemail from a family member, telling you to call back right away because “it’s important.”

My 90-year-old father did that last week, a message I got on my phone as I was walking from what had been an enlightening and productive meeting with a school superintendent.

The last several months had been MICHAEL filled with diffiHINMAN cult calls like this. My mother’s cancer. My stepmother’s passing. Learning that a former colleague is gravely ill.

I couldn’t begin to imagine what this call might be about. Not wanting to stress as I dialed my dad’s number, I calmed myself by joking under my breath that my parents probably went

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out and got married.

“Dad, it’s Mike. What’s wrong?”

“Nothing’s wrong. But I wanted to let you know your mother and I got married.”

This wasn’t my imagination. This was actually coming from the other end of the line.

“Wait, what? When?”

“What time is it now?”

My dad paused for a moment. “Oh, about an hour ago.”

Since my stepmother died, my parents had reconnected. My dad moved from Florida back to where I grew up in Pennsylvania late last year to be closer to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. And my mom happened to already be there, with room in her house for him to live.

Although they divorced in 1998, my parents remained friends. They didn’t have to co-parent or anything — all their kids were grown. But even in the worst of times, if two people truly love

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each other, can anything really keep them apart?

That’s a mystery of love — one of many. And it was no coincidence, I’m sure, that all of this took place on the lead-up to Valentine’s Day. Not much is known about Valentine, except that he lived and died during the third century, ministering to persecuted Christians in the Roman Empire — if you can believe what Wikipedia shares. But so much of Valentine’s story is obscured by legend, and it’s really not clear what led our culture to revere him.

More than 200 years after his death, Pope Gelasius I established a Feast of St. Valentine to take place on Feb. 14, to honor his martyrdom. Centuries later, Geoffrey Chaucer — the English poet who brought us “The Canterbury Tales” — wrote about Valentine in his poem “Parlement of Foules,” linking

ecades after calling it quits, my parents decided to remarry.

him to romance and lovers for what is believed to be the first time.

Love happens to be the language many of us — if not all of us — relate to the most. The power of love can build new worlds or destroy them — and do just about everything in between.

The famed radio psychiatrist Dr. David Viscott once said, “To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides.”

And 20th-century philosopher Rabindranath Tagore described love as “an endless mystery, for it has nothing else to explain it.”

My parents woke up one morning last week and decided between breakfast and buying some groceries that they would give marriage another go, decades after they called it quits.

Love is indeed an endless mystery.

But as long as it continues to bring people together — like it did my mother and father once again — keeping it a mystery is worth the price.

Michael Hinman is executive editor of Herald Community Newspapers. Comments? mhinman@liherald.com.

Climate change is breaking the bank

ast year was the hottest ever recorded on Earth, with accompanying climate disasters. More than 40 percent of the planet’s surface was at least 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) warmer than in the late 19th century. Many scientists believe that a 1.5-degree increase over preindustrial levels is the point at which severe climate consequences begin.

Parts of Canada and the northern United States already have average temperatures at least 2 degrees Celsius above the mark, and in ALAN j. parts of Europe the average temsINgEr perature was 3 degrees warmer.

Last August, the average surface temperature of the world’s oceans was a record high 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Hotter ocean temperatures destroy ecosystems for fish and create stronger tropical storms and hurricanes.

In Canada, out-of-control forest fires burned through an area the size of North Dakota, and wildfires in northern Greece were the largest ever recorded in the European Union. Recordbreaking rains left one-third of Pakistan underwater and 20 million people

homeless. In Beijing, China, recordbreaking rains flooded hundreds of roads and forced the cancellation of flights. Rural villages in northern China had to have food, water, and emergency supplies dropped in by helicopter.

Last year was the fourth time in less than 20 years that the Amazon region of South America suffered from severe drought, which had never happened before. The United Nations estimates that almost onefourth of the world’s population was living in drought conditions in 2022 and 2023. Prolonged droughts would have been highly unlikely if not for climate change.

Climate change means more extreme weather events, not just record heat.

Last week, record cold gripped many parts of the U.S. It was so cold during the NFL playoff game between Kansas City and Miami that Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ helmet shattered.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a climate change denier, warned Texans that they faced temperatures below freezing for “dozens of hours.” Voters in the Iowa caucuses traveled to local precincts in what the National Weather Service called “life-threatening cold.” It was 10 below zero in Des Moines, and wind chills were as low as 35 below.

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced a new climate change record that no one was looking forward to: There were 28 weather-related disasters in 2023 in which damage totaled more than $1 billion. The previous high was 22, set in 2020. Since 2017, more than 5,000 people have died in the United States as the result of $137 billion in weather-related disasters.

In 2023, those events included destructive hail, flooding, cyclones, tornadoes, wildfires, drought, winter storms and heat waves, at a total cost of over $90 billion. The costliest event was a drought and heat wave in the South and Midwest that caused $14.5 billion in damage. The cost of last year’s weather-related disasters was almost double what Congress approved for climate resilience in the 2021 infrastructure bill.

Louisiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Hampshire and Texas recorded their warmest year ever in 2023, while Connecticut, Florida, Maine, Maryland, Vermont and Virginia had their secondwarmest. Louisiana had its eighth-driest year on record, while Maine had its fifth-wettest.

On June 20, the temperature in San Angelo, Texas, reached a high of 114 degrees, an all-time record there. In

round here, it will mean steep increases in the price of home insurance.

July, Phoenix had an average temperature of 102.8, the hottest month ever recorded in an American city. On July 16, the temperature in Death Valley, California, was 128 — and it was still 120 at midnight. On Aug. 24, the “feels-like” heat index in Chicago was 120.

Locally, severe rainstorms and wind over the weekend of Jan. 6-7 and again on Jan. 9 caused flooding and erosion.

Waves as high as 20 feet washed away parts of Long Island beaches.

Climate change is rocking the home insurance industry, with price increases falling on homeowners. In California, climate-worsened wildfires led to an $8.5 billion increase in home insurance costs, and State Farm and Allstate stopped issuing new homeowner insurance policies. In Florida and Louisiana, homeowners in hurricaneprone areas have also been unable to purchase insurance.

Since January 2022, homeowners in 31 states have had double-digit rate increases, and in six states those increases topped 20 percent. More than 25 percent of properties in New York City, including half of Brooklyn, and 80 percent of properties in Suffolk County, are considered at risk of flooding, and homeowners face steep insurance increases.

Dr. Alan Singer is a professor of teaching, learning and technology and the director of social studies education programs at Hofstra University.

MERRICK HERALD — February 8, 2024

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How are you doing, Long Island?

t was a simple question: “How is everybody doing?”

For any of us on social media, this is a question we see a lot. But in this particular case, it wasn’t just anyone asking.

It was Elmo. You know, the famous childlike Muppet who has been a “Sesame Street” staple since 1985, and who created a mad rush in the late 1990s for toys that encouraged kids to tickle him.

Like many of the characters we grew up with on the children’s education series, Elmo has his own account on platforms like Instagram and X, formerly known as Twitter. He follows just a dozen people — other characters like Cookie Monster, Big Bird and Oscar the grouch — but Elmo is followed by more than a half-million people.

Many of his posts are birthday wishes to his Sesame Street neighbors like Bert’s best friend, Ernie, or sharing how much he enjoys his life in his fictional neighborhood.

But Elmo also cares about those who take the time to read his occasional posts.

So it was no surprise when he let everyone know “Elmo is just checking in!”

And more than 200 million people saw it, with a large number of celebrities, other kid-themed characters, and even President Biden chiming in.

But it was the everyday people — like us — whom Elmo noticed first.

“Elmo, I’m depressed and broke,” one follower replied.

“My dog passed away three weeks ago,” another follower shared. “Me and my fiancée are still grieving. Prayers would be appreciated.”

“I really, really try to be happy and

Need help?

There are always resources available to you, 24/7 — many of which will allow you to maintain your anonymity and not cost you anything.

■ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 ■ Long Island Crisis Center: (516) 679-1111, or dial 988 ■ Nassau County Behavioral Health Awareness Campaign: (516) 227-8255 ■ New York State Office of Mental Health: (877) 846-7369, or text 467369 ■ Crisis Text Line: from a mobile phone, text the word “HOME” to 741741 strong at work,” someone else said. “But sometimes it’s just too much, Elmo. I’m struggling.”

After years of a crushing pandemic, ever-increasing polarization in politics, and wars raging overseas, we as a society have had better days when it comes to mental health. A gallup poll surveying more than 5,000 people in all 50 states revealed that depression is on the rise, especially in women and young adults.

Women may have been hit extra hard, gallup research director Dan Witters told ABC News at the time, because many were forced to leave work and return home when their children were forced to attend school remotely. Also, many

Letters Suozzi is the right choice To the Editor: I endorse Tom Suozzi. As a congressman, mayor and Nassau County executive, he has represented a proud tradition of service. He championed better health care, gun safety laws, a reduction in the cost of prescription drugs, fair tax policy, and protection of our natural resources, such as the Long Island Sound.

However, the challenges the voters in the special election on Feb. 13 now face include national controversies. We are challenged by a Republican-majority Congress that doesn’t take action on immigration policies, and which holds hostage aid to our allies. We are challenged by referendums on a woman’s right to choose and a worker’s right to strike.

These national and local issues can be solved by representatives like Tom Suozzi, who have a calm voice and an open mind, and will most certainly steer us to solutions.

JANET RIgER Great Neck

women were on the front lines of the pandemic in our health care facilities, seeing firsthand the horrors Covid-19 brought.

Combating these feelings isn’t easy, but it is possible. The Long Island Crisis Center, for example, tackles this through its “Better Can Happen” campaign. The organization describes it as a grass-roots movement that “works to spread hope and highlight simple ways” for people to help make Long Island a better, friendlier place to live and work.

It does this through five primary tenets: Know better, feel better, say it better, do better and give better. That means knowing the signs of depression or even suicidal thoughts — which you can learn more about at LongIslandCrisisCenter. org/bettercanhappen. Seeking help when you need it through resources like simply dialing 988. Finding ways to talk about mental health without attaching a stigma to it. And, of course, donating time and money to keep these services going, whether it’s with the crisis center or a number of other fantastic organizations in our community.

More often than not, it starts with a simple question we don’t ask each other enough: How are you doing?

“Wow! Elmo is glad he asked,” the Muppet said on X several thousand replies later. “Elmo learned that it is important to ask a friend how they are doing. Elmo will check in again soon, friends! Elmo loves you.”

Just when we think we’re too old to learn something from a show that defined our childhoods, Elmo shows we have so much to learn. And we can begin by simply asking, “How are you doing, Long Island?”

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he history of America’s relationship with the indigenous peoples who lived here before the arrival of European settlers has been fraught with sugarcoating, obfuscation, and downright ignorance.

On Long Island — where so many of our communities still bear the names of the native tribes that were here for millennia — that history continues to remain hidden and untaught, despite the fact that numerous municipalities still claim to “honor” the legacy of these tribes through school wiLL team and village sHeeLine logos that feature stereotypical headdresses and depictions of Native Americans.

Before the Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano first saw what would become known as Long Island in 1524, there were tens of thousands of indigenous peoples living here, largely in peaceful co-existence among 13 tribes along the coasts of the island. These were the Canarsee, Corchaug, Manhasset, Marsapeague, Matinecock, Merrick, Montaukett, Nesaquake, Rockaway, Secatogue, Setauket, Shinnecock and Unkechaug.

They inhabited the land for more than 10,000 years, and were expert fishers and clammers who relied on the abundant fish, lobsters, clams and even whales to supplement the food they got through

hunting and the harvesting of corn.

The various tribes had different names for the island they called home: Paumanok, Lepanehoking, Sewanhacky and Wamponomon — the last two referencing the abundance of wampum, or shells, from local clams used for decoration or currency.

The tribes themselves were closely related to several different nations from the surrounding land, with the majority of the western Long Island tribes speaking Algonquian dialects. The Algonquian people, at their height, stretched up and down the northeastern United States and into Canada. Their people, traded goods and culture traveled from Lake Superior to the Long Island Sound.

The indigenous people of eastern Long Island spoke a Lenape-Munsee dialect, showing their connection to the Lenape communion, a group of hundreds of tribes stretching from delaware to the Hudson Valley.

Through their Lenape heritage, the eastern Long Island tribes were linked to the Powhatan Federation, famous for the daughter of one of their chieftains, Pocahontas, and their relationship with the Jamestown colonists.

In addition to the sustenance they acquired from the animals and crops of the region, the various tribes were also accomplished artists and musicians, particularly with the use of wampum shells for decorative pieces, and weaved elabo-

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rate and finely made clothing and blankets. They also made ornamental pottery, stamped with decorative designs, and traded these goods across the Sound and along the East Coast.

Since the beginning of white settlement on Long Island, roughly 90 percent of native people have been killed — either intentionally or incidentally — by colonists, through everything from violence to disease to loss of native wildlife and land displacement. The majority of tribes disappeared from Long Island before the Revolutionary War, and in the centuries since, a number of American historians have attempted to whitewash the presence and impact of Native Americans here. despite this, they still played a key role in Long Island’s early history, particularly in the close relationship between the Montaukett and the English settlers of what is now Suffolk County. When Long Island became a center for the whaling industry in the 18th and 19th centuries, many natives were hired for their bravery, strength and long history of whaling in their respective cultures.

A Shinnecock man named Eleazar was the first Native American to enter Japanese territory while serving as a crewman aboard the whaling vessel Manhattan, which anchored in Tokyo Bay while on an expedition in 1845.

Nowadays, there are only two reservations for indigenous tribes on Long Island

t’s our duty, as Americans and as human beings, to honor native tribes’ heritage.

Letters The blame lies with the Palestinians To the Editor: For many years, the Palestinian Arabs have played the victim card, and now they have the new audience they crave because their old friends have gotten the message. Their new audiences is the Americans, who are gullible, ready to listen and repeat their lies and distortions.

They don’t want you to know they’re pariahs in much of the world, and especially among other Arabs.

They accuse Israel of being like the Nazis, but it was the Palestinian Arabs who were Hitler’s allies.

They won’t tell you that Kuwait, who had given them sanctuary, banished 250,000 of them after the Kuwaitis discovered that the Palestinian Arabs’ sympathies were with Saddam Hussein.

The Jordanians, whose country was carved from the “Palestine Mandate,” controlled the West Bank for years.

They didn’t create a Palestinian state then because they knew what terrible neighbors they would be.

After its 1967 victory, Israel pleaded with Egypt to take back control of Gaza. No way! was the very fast response.

Lebanon will not permit Palestinian Arabs to leave the 12 functioning refugee camps on its land. It will not let them assimilate into its culture, fearing how disruptive they are.

— the Shinnecock Reservation, in Southampton, and the Poospatuck Reservation, in Mastic. The descendants of many of the tribes still live throughout the United States, forced to occupy reservations as far from their homeland as Oklahoma.

This is just the tip of the iceberg of native Long Island history and culture.

The best way to honor them and their legacy is by educating ourselves on their history and finding ways to support the descendants of these tribes, whose land we now live on.

Anyone interested in preserving and honoring native culture can promote and patronize indigenous-owned businesses and places that educate on the history of the local tribes — such as the Shinnecock Nation Cultural Center and Museum, in Southampton — and support increase funding for local school districts to include academic courses and cultural opportunities so our children understand the peoples who lived here before their ancestors.

While we may not have been taught much about them, the native tribes of Long Island are an integral part of our communities’ history. It is our duty — as both Americans and human beings — to not only honor their heritage, but also to uplift their voices and educate ourselves on their proud history and tradition.

Both because it is the right thing to do, and because there is still so much for us to learn.

Will Sheeline is a senior reporter who writes for the Glen Cove, Oyster Bay and Sea Cliff/Glen Head Heralds. Comments? wsheeline@liherald.com.

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The Palestinian Arabs have started war after war, lost them all and are still crying “Foul!” They charge Israel with apartheid in the West Bank, but conveniently disregard the fact that their prospective charter calls for an Arab country where no Jews would be allowed.

On Oct. 7 they beheaded children, raped women, killed participants at an outdoor concert, slayed 1,200 innocents and took more that 200 hostages. But they say they themselves are the victims — of genocide, no less.

They make no connection between the attack on innocent Israelis and the fact that Israel has a right to defend and protect itself.

We know they are manipulative and delusional, using the U.N. as their GoFundMe, but it has gotten out of hand.

They Palestinian Arabs don’t want a state. That takes effort, labor, brains, determination, guts and responsibility. Israel and the U.N. built most of the housing in Gaza, and the U.N. provides food, fuel and other necessities, while the Palestinian Arabs contribute nothing.

They claim no knowledge of the hundreds of miles of sophisticated tunnels beneath their streets, homes, hospitals, mosques and schools. They were shocked!

Until they knew it was time for them to call for a ceasefire.

Their former allies know the deadly games they play.

How long will it take the Americans to wise up? The clock is ticking.

RHOdA ALBEN-ARONSON Bronx

Outside the U.S. Capitol — Washington, D.C.

MERRICK HERALD — February 8, 2024

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