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Congregation prays, vows to support Israel ing “Avinu she-ba-shamayim” — “A Prayer for the State of Israel,” among others, which Cong re gants in the East targeted aspects of the war, Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center such a prayers for hostages and gathered for a moving prayer prayers for Israel Defense Forcservice last week, reflecting on es. There are members of East the conflict in Israel. Feelings of sadness and frustration reso- Meadow-Beth El that are directnated throughout the syna- ly impacted by the conflict, gogue’s sanctuary, including a memas across the world, ber’s niece, who the Jewish people lives in the region are facing the realithat was attacked, ty a difficult war Marsh said. Her with the Palestinhusband was ian militant group, described by Marsh Hamas. as a member of the Hamas, which area’s “neighborcontrols the Gaza hood watch,” who strip, and is considd i d n o t h ave a e re d a t e r ro r i s t weapon available to organization by the him when the fightDAViD WAyNE United States and ing began. European Union, Co-president “He bundled his attacked Israel on East Meadow Beth-El wife, his two sons, Oct. 7, killing over Jewish Center one of them a tod1,400 people and dler and one of taking hundreds captive. As of them an infant, into their safe last Thursday, at least 25 Ameri- room,” Marsh said. “Undercans were among those killed. stand that the safe rooms are Israel officially declared war meant to protect them from on Hamas on Oct. 8, and missiles. They don’t have locks launched a large-scale counter on them. They’re not there to attack. protect them from foot soldiers. Rabbi Aaron Marsh of East “He told them to barricade Meadow-Beth El led the congre- the door with whatever you can gation through prayers, includ-

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The Sit and Be Fit fitness class meets every Thursday, at 2 p.m., in the North Merrick Public Library’s large community room, and is led by instructor Cindi Wiener.

Seniors learn to ‘sit and be fit’ at the North Merrick library By RACHElE TERRANoVA rterranova@liherald.com

Every Thursday at 2 p.m., something special happens in the large community room at the North Merrick Public Library: Participants in the senior fitness class, Sit and Be Fit, meet for their weekly session. This isn’t an exercise-once-in-a-blue-moon type of class. Many of the attendees have been regulars for the past eight years — through thick and thin, including the pandemic (during which the class went remote on Zoom). They show up week after week, catching up with friends and exercising their bodies and minds. Sit and Be Fit is designed for seniors, and

focuses on moves that can be done while sitting in or leaning on a chair, so they can stay fit and maintain or improved their health and wellness, all the while being supported to avoid injury. The program aims to empower its participants, and at the library, the regulars achieve that, and much more. Moving to the beat of hits like “Mony Mony, “Chapel of Love” and “Baby, I Love You,” the seniors are encouraged to use light weights and resistance bands, and they power through an hour of exercises ranging from stretching to weight lifting to a series of standing cardio moves. Cindi Wiener, the instructor of the class, teaches three fitness classes in the area CoNTiNued oN Page 2

his congregation will stand for as long as it takes in full support of Israel.

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throughout the week — at other local libraries, like North Merrick — and many of her Sit and Be Fit devotees follow her to every one. The students, some of whom still dial in on Zoom, are as dedicated as they are passionate about staying fit. “This place is amazing,” the Weiner said of the library. “And a lot of these people go to my classes, t h e y f o l l o w, t h e y ’ve b e e n with me for years. And we Cindi Weiner h ave a g o o d Fitness instructor t i m e. We d o crazy things. For me, it’s all about mental and physical health.” The exercisers avoid discussions of politics or religion, but they do talk about their homework, which includes watching a new episode of a variety of TV shows, including — what else? — the ABC reality show “The Golden Bachelor,” Weiner said. “They are a dedicated group of seniors that meet here for our exercise class on most Thursdays,” Kelly Rechsteiner, who oversees community relations at the North Merrick library, said.

e’re staying healthy and alive, and we’re having fun.

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members of the Sit and Be fit fitness class, many in their 80s and 90s, have for years followed instructor Cindi Weiner to all of the fitness classes she teaches. “Even during the pandemic, they were steadfast, and met over Zoom. They’re all really just wonderful — they celebrate each other’s milestones and birthdays.” The class’s oldest member is 98, and the group welcomes everyone from younger folks recovering from injuries to those fighting cancer. Wiener takes an interest in their lives, and is passionate about maintaining, or improving, their health.

“We’re staying healthy and alive,” she said simply, “and we’re having fun. Now, Weiner is taking on a new endeavor — a handbook. She was inspired during the pandemic to create an exercise handbook for seniors, to help them remember how to do the exercises properly. When the book is ready for release, it will include descriptions as well as images of the correct positions and moves.

The library hosts a variety of fitness classes for those at all levels. Total Body Workout students do a strength-training workout with Weiner on Mondays at 7 p.m. Gentle Yoga meets at 10 a.m. on Saturdays and tai chi, a form of Chinese exercise that reduces tension and improve balance, takes place on Fridays at 10 a.m. To learn more, go to NMerrickLibrary. org.

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Mepham High School’s kick line squad at the school’s homecoming on Oct. 7.

Lots of fun had at homecoming weekend A little rain couldn’t stop Mepham from playing their homecoming game and celebrating other traditions on Oct. 7. While their pep rally and festival had to be canceled, the homecoming court was celebrated at halftime and included students Julia Amon, Grace Pantelis, Josh Ramdayal, Kieran Kehoe and Ibrahim Alam and Kristen McCoy. Alam and McCoy were crowned king and queen, respectively. The kickline and cheerleading squad performed at halftime as well, pepping up the crowd. Unfortunately, the Pirates fell to New Hyde Park, 22-15.

Homecoming king and queen, Ibrahim Alam and Kristen McCoy

The homecoming court included Julia Amon, Grace Pantelis, Josh Ramdayal, Kieran Kehoe and Ibrahim Alam and Kristen McCoy. Despite the rain, which canceled the pep rally and festival associated with homecoming weekend, lots of fun was still had.

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barricade the door with, and he went with whatever he had to defend his family,” Marsh went on. “From the inside, they heard gun shots, and the next thing they knew, there were people trying to break into the safe room and they were not successful. So they lit the house on fire.” The wife and children managed to escape the blaze unharmed. “There’s a lot of shock and trauma involved in this,” Marsh said. “They did not find the body of her husband anywhere. Perhaps hopefully, he’s still alive, perhaps in captivity right now.” Marsh said the last few days have been “challenging” for Jewish people all over the world. “We’ve seen what’s happened over there — if you’ve actually seen with your own eyes the videos and pictures and the aftermath of what’s really happened — it’s hard,” he said. “It’s hard to find any words for that.” Marsh said he does not think another ceasefire would be beneficial. “We make a ceasefire now and don’t eliminate Hamas’ capabilities in every way that we can, they’re just going to plan another one of these attacks” he said. “It will be this bad again — or worse.” David Wayne, co-president of East Meadow Beth-El, informed the congre-

gation that his great-niece, who’s currently in Israel, is safe. He said the synagogue fully offers its support to Israel. “During this horrific time of violence against our brethren in Israel, the world should know that the congregation at East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center stands firm in its support for Israel,” Wayne said. “There is no doubt in my mind, and I’m sure in your mind, but it should be in everybody’s mind, that this congregation will stand for as long as it takes in full support of Israel — and do everything in its power to make sure that Israel is supported by this country in every way, shape and form.” He added the congregation has a “responsibility” to make sure its support of Israel front and center. “You, like me, must be anxious,” Wayne said. “We call this room a sanctuary. But it is a sanctuary. The only way to relieve that anxiety is to be among your friends, to be among your people. Look around you — these are your people. It is through the strength we give to one another, that we can alleviate that anxiety.” Marsh offered suggestions as to how people can help Israel. People can drop off checks to the main office of the synagogue, and write on the memo “Israel Emergency.” Money will be distributed accordingly to organizations supplying

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rabbi aaron marsh of the east meadow Beth-el Jewish Center led the congregation in a moving prayer service on oct. 11, and spoke about the conflict in israel, offering ways americans can show their support. frontline help to Israelis affected by the conflict. It was also suggested that people purchase Israeli bonds, and support Israeli businesses, that maybe supply goods to the U.S.

Synagogue co-president Carey Welt assured congregants that East Meadow Beth-El is enhancing its security measures. “We have been the recipient of several homeland security grants to harden and make our temple more fortified,” he said, “against any kind of intrusion that may take place. We’re going to be improving our security over our internet. We’re going to be securing our facility and increasing the security of our doors and windows. You’re going to see that in the coming months as we spend the grant money that we have received.” Welt said everyone coming to the synagogue should feel safe. “When you come here, you should not feel that you are in an area where you will be threatened,” he said. “You should feel that when you’re here that you’ll be safe.” Marsh encouraged everyone to stay loud about the subject, attend rallies, and show the public that American Jews stand with Israel. Marsh said he’s available to meet with people who may feel they just need to talk. “I urge you not to let terrorists accomplish their goal of terror by preventing us from living a Jewish life,” he said. “And I am available to anybody who wants to give me a call, wants to come and meet with me, talk personally about what’ going in Israel, with people in your family and with your friends.”

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GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Oct. 19 Girls Volleyball: MacArthur at East Meadow .............. 5 p.m. Girls Volleyball: Uniondale at V.S. Central .................. 5 p.m. Girls Volleyball: Carey at Oceanside .......................... 5 p.m. Boys Soccer: Uniondale at Baldwin .......................... 5 p.m. Girls Soccer: Lynbrook at Seaford........................6:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 20 Football: East Meadow at Westbury .......................... 5 p.m. Football: South Side at Plainedge........................6:30 p.m. Football: Hewlett at Bethpage ................................... 7 p.m. Football: Seaford at Malverne ................................... 6 p.m. Football: Wantagh at Glen Cove ................................ 7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 21 Football: Kennedy at Clarke ...................................... 2 p.m. Football: Elmont at Garden City ................................ 2 p.m. Football: Freeport at Uniondale................................. 2 p.m. Football: Mepham at MacArthur ............................... 2 p.m. Football: Division at Lynbrook ................................... 2 p.m. Football: Long Beach at Roslyn................................. 2 p.m. Football: Oceanside at Syosset ................................. 2 p.m. Football: Mineola at V.S. North .................................. 2 p.m. Football: Hicksville at V.S. Central.............................. 2 p.m. Football: East Rockaway at V.S. South....................... 2 p.m. Football: Carle Place at West Hempstead ............6:30 p.m.

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Clinging to a one-point lead over visiting Calhoun with just under eight minutes remaining, MacArthur relied on its longtime bread-and-butter to seal an important Nassau Conference II football win in a rare Thursday night game Oct. 12. Junior running back Jesse Seder and the Generals’ offensive line made sure the Colts’ dangerous offense never got back on the field. Seder carried nine times for 34 yards, including two key first-down runs, over the final 7:44 as MacArthur held on for a 21-20 victory before an overflow crowd for both sides. Seder finished with 101 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries and senior Cristian Perez had a touchdown reception, an interception and booted all three extra points as the Generals evened their record at 3-3 and took a big step towards qualifying for the playoffs. Calhoun slipped to 3-4. “Jesse is a hard runner and he did a nice job keeping the chains moving and staying inbounds to force them to use their timeouts,” MacArthur head coach Bob Fehrenbach said of Seder, who capped the Generals’ opening possession with a 5-yard touchdown run following a fumble recovery on special teams by junior Kieran Dinkelman. “It was nice to finish off the game the way we did,” he added. “We told the guys at halftime we needed to step up and make a statement to start the third quarter. The offense responded with a big touchdown drive.” MacArthur led 14-12 at halftime thanks to a 10-yard touchdown pass from senior quarterback Alex Vargas to Perez. Vargas then busted a 42-yard run on the opening drive of the second half to set up Seder’s 1-yard score, upping the advantage to 21-12. Calhoun scored on the first play of the fourth quarter on senior Brandon Sherman’s 2-yard touchdown run and added the two-point conversion to get within one, but the Colts managed only one first down on what was their final possession.

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Quarterback Joey Goodman scored his 16th rushing touchdown of 2023 and had 106 yards on the ground in Calhoun’s hard-fought loss at MacArthur. “Our guys battled like they do every week, but we left some plays on the field tonight,” Calhoun head coach Nick Rawls said. “We weren’t able to stop some things that were working for them, especially at the end. They did a great job controlling the clock and limiting our opportunities on offense.” The Colts lit up the scoreboard in their three victories behind senior quarterback Joey Goodman, who in the second quarter hit senior Josh Edouard with a 42-yard touchdown pass and scored his 16th rushing touchdown of the year to give Calhoun a 12-7 lead in the second quarter.

Goodman, behind an offensive line consisting of Dylan Grech, Tanner Kranmas, Paul Sansano, Ryan Hanlon and Tom Sansano, had 106 rushing yards on the night and needs 77 more in the finale against Jericho this Saturday to reach 1,000. “Those guys can score and we wanted to keep their offense off the field as much as possible,” Fehrenbach said. “Our line [Jake Tripi, Ryan Sheehan, Jack Orlando, Dean Quitoni and Andrew Chizik] did a tremendous job and we broke a couple of long plays that helped.” The Generals host Mepham this Saturday at 2 p.m.

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A commemorative plaque was presented to the family of the late Ronnie E. Gies from the Jewish National Fund-USA last month. Gies was an FDNY lieutenant who lost his life during the Sept. 11 attacks while rescuing civilians. The Gies plaque recognized that an orchard of trees had been planted in Israel by Jewish National Fund-USA in recognition of the late Lieutenant so that his bravery and valor may be remembered for years to come, as stated in their press release. Gies’ name is also forever inscribed in stone at the organization’s 9/11 Living Memorial located in the foothills of Jerusalem, also according to the press release. Their memorial is the only 9/11 memorial to be created outside of the United States, and it contains the names of many Jewish victims who lost their lives in the attacks. “Being a member of the Merrick Fire Department and learning about the Gies family, I was really inspired by Ronnie E. Gies, his legacy, and how the family is involved,” said Stefan Oberman, the director of communications for the Jewish National Fund-USA and a volunteer fireman for the Merrick Fire Department. “I thought this seems like a fantastic opportunity this year to specifically honor Chief Gies, his family, and the legacy that he left as an FDNY Lieutenant.” Gies’ son, Ronnie Gies, is the 2nd Assistant Chief of the Merrick Fire Department, following in his father’s footsteps. He, his brothers, Ex-Chief Tommy Gies and Ex-Captain Bobby Gies, and their mother, Carol Gies, were all present to receive the plaque upon the completion of the ceremony. The Jewish National Fund-USA holds around 40 com-

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The Gies family received a plaque in honor of Ronnie E. Gies, an FDNY lieutenant and member of the Merrick Fire Department who died on Sept. 11, 2001. memorations and ceremonies across the country with an estimated 2,000 people attending, according to Oberman. They partner with local schools, houses of worship, police stations, and fire houses, like the Merrick Fire Department. “Every year, we honor first responders, security officials, people that protect the community,” Oberman said. Jewish National Fund-USA looks to build a strong, vibrant future for the land and people of Israel through

bold initiatives and Zionist education, as per their press release statement. Their commemorative gatherings serve as an opportunity to honor local first responders and security professionals while recognizing the enduring friendship between the U.S. and Israel. “That’s why we feel passionately about (the memorial),” Oberman said, “because of what we created, but also because we want to recognize and honor the relationship between Israel and America.”

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Clavin’s getting hands dirty for your vote By MARK NOLAN mnolan@liherald.com

It may be the biggest town in America, but for Donald Clavin, running Hempstead comes down to oldschool values: getting your hands dirty. Whether it’s heading out in a snowstorm with the family dog, Brady, to help plow roads, or cleaning out storm drains before heavy rain, Clavin has made a reputation for not only leading, but also stepping in wherever needed. “I like doing that stuff,” Clavin told reporters during a recent Herald Roundtable session. “It’s fun and people laugh when they see me out there. But they get to know me.” Clavin has made a point of visiting every town department to meet with as many employees as possible. Often, he said, town workers are surprised to see the supervisor hobnobbing with them. “I went down to one building and someone was like, ‘We’ve never had a supervisor ever come here,’” Clavin said. “And I’m like, ‘OK, congratulations. Now you do. That translates to the employees feeling a little more at ease with me. People say they work for me, and I tell them, ‘You don’t work for me. We work together.’” Clavin was first elected supervisor in 2019, and was re-elected in 2021. The Republican served 18 years as the town’s receiver of taxes. Clavin’s top issues are taxes, housing and infrastructure. If re-elected, he intends to achieve his goals by continuing to work in a bipartisan manner with people throughout the town. And crossing the aisle is something Clavin said he takes seriously, praising his deputy supervisor, Dorothy Goosby — a Democrat — for helping guide him to a deeper understanding of what their constituents need.

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Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin has credited his success on making himself accessible to the town staffers, and not being afraid to reach across the aisle to help accomplish common goals. “She’s my staunchest ally on the board,” Clavin said. “I’m a Republican and she’s a Democrat, but you know what? It’s resulted in a lot of harmony and a lot of success throughout every part of the town. I love Dorothy. She’s my buddy on the board.” Clavin said his ability to work collaboratively with people from different political parties has resulted in better services. Case in point>? The Heatherwood Apartment development in West Hempstead, expected to provide nearly 430 housing units. “We worked with the developer who worked with

the community,” Clavin said. “I’ve never been part of a hearing where there were dozens and dozens of residents who lived in an area and came to speak in support of it. That says to me that residents will embrace what’s going to fit in their community.” Clavin pointed to other such housing complexes in Baldwin and Valley Stream as evidence he successfully worked to provide housing for residents. Clavin’s tenure as supervisor has been marked by collaboration with different levels of government, which has resulted in more funding for storm remediation projects, upgraded roads, and improved parks facilities. That has come with the help of U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer and U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, who secured federal money for dredging projects, storm abatements, and helping to remove potential carcinogens in the water. “It’s a good one-two punch,” Clavin said of having Schumer and D’Esposito a phone call away. Clavin’s success as the supervisor comes from his dedication to working with people — whether they’re millionaire investors, elected officials, or neighbors. “We’ve maintained taxes while enhancing services,” Clavin said. “In my first four budgets, we’ve either frozen or cut taxes. And, at the same time, we’ve invested millions of dollars into our parks and roads, and that’s because we work together. “When residents look at D.C. or up in Albany, all they see is dysfunction. In the Town of Hempstead, we work together, and we are a bipartisan government.”

Nicks is all about helping the community By MARK NOLAN mnolan@liherald.com

Whether it’s volunteering for her fire department, library or school, Olena Nicks says she is one of the most civically active people in Nassau County. Now, the Uniondale resident hopes to take that can-do attitude all the way to the Hempstead town supervisor’s office. Nicks, a Democrat, is making her second run for town-wide office, after an unsuccessful campaign for clerk in 2021. “I’ve been pretty civically involved in the community almost all my life,” Nicks told reporters as part of a recent Herald Roundtable session. “We’re at a pivotal time in the Town of Hempstead, and we need a leader who is going to come in with common-sense ideas for all of the residents.” Nicks is a former captain of the Uniondale Fire Department, and currently serves on the Uniondale Public Library board of trustees. She also volunteers with multiple civic organizations. Because of her deep ties to the community and experience helping others, Nicks said one of her main ideas is for Hempstead to address housing needs for all. “’Affordable housing’ is like a dog whistle,” Nicks said. “People think it’s low-income, and that’s not what it means. What you can afford and what I can afford may be two different things. Right now, $4,000-a-month apartments are not affordable to most people.” Nicks is in favor of creating housing in the right communities, not simply dumping apartment complexes in every neighborhood, or neighborhoods already saturated with apartments. To that end, if elected, Nicks would create a community task force to identify proper locations for affordable housing apartments. “You need to bring in all of those stakeholders to the

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Olena Nicks says a lot of what the town does is a mystery to many people because information is available only in English. If elected Hempstead town supervisor, she plans to ensure better access. table to be able to flesh out the ideas,” Nicks said. “They know what’s best for their communities. We can’t just push housing on every single neighborhood. And we need to have stores on the bottom level and apartments above. “That will help build downtowns. People will feel comfortable shopping and working and living in the same place.” Nicks also said she would increase transparency and accessibility throughout the town. Hempstead, she added, must provide materials in multiple languages,

and improve its website. “Some residents are not able to get the information that they’re looking for,” Nicks said. “Our entrepreneurs and small business owners have a difficult time with permitting and funding. We need to publish our notices and mailings in other languages to ensure that we are reflective of our communities. We have Hispanic speakers and Haitian Creole speakers who own homes and don’t get the information in their language.” Similar to tax workshops offered throughout the town, Nicks wants to create seminars in multiple languages to better reach more people. She also wants to expand the town’s use of social media — and make it, too, available in multiple languages — to give people quick recaps of board meetings and important notices. She also favors having board meeting agenda and minutes posted online in more languages than just English. If elected, Nicks says she would work with county, state and federal officials and agencies to secure more funding for important infrastructure projects, especially since the county has experienced myriad failures recently — some of which are even being blamed for sinkholes that have opened up on some streets. “We’re here to deliver a service, and it doesn’t matter what party someone belongs to,” Nicks said. “If I get into the supervisor’s seat, I will work with all elected officials to get the federal and state dollars Hempstead desperately needs.” Ultimately, Nicks said her civic background is why Hempstead residents should vote for her. She is a neighbor who wants to help her neighbors. “Anyone who sits in this role needs to never lose sight of the civic aspect because that’s the people you serve,” Nicks said. “I’m always out interacting with people and business owners.”

The Town of Hempstead will host its 21st annual Breast Cancer and Cancer Education Forum for women and men on Saturday, Oct. 28 at Hempstead Town Hall. Organized by Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby, the event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature Geri Barish, executive director of the Hewlett House. The town — in collaboration with Barish — will present a free comprehensive seminar that features guest speakers, collaborative partners and information about breast cancer — one of the leading causes of cancer death in women in the United States. “It is estimated that 1 in 8 women in America will be diagnosed with breast cancer, but early detection can save lives,” Goosby said. “That is why education forums like this one are so important, and I encourage all residents to join us on Oct. 28 to learn about one of the leading causes of cancer death in women and the many health options available to them.” “Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby is the longest-serving member of the Hempstead Town Board, and her annual breast cancer forum is one of the most impor-

tant and comprehensive programs the town offers to the community,” added Supervisor Don Clavin. “There is no telling how many lives have been saved through this program, and I thank Goosby for her service to America’s largest township.” According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, nearly 300,000 women — and some 3,000 men — will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the end of this year. Through early detection and new treatment methods, health experts can help

save lives. The event will feature guest panelists, health vendors, food demonstrations, a m a m m o g r ap hy va n p rov i d e d by NuHealth and the Nassau University Medical Center, a raffle drawing and a Health and Wellness Men’s Zone. There will also be a segment focused on prostate and breast cancer in men. Hempstead Town Hall is at 1 Washington Street, Hempstead. For more information, call Deputy Supervisor Goosby’s office at (516) 489-5000 ext. 4304.

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The Town of Hempstead will host a breast cancer education forum on Oct. 28.

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A victim reported a subject removed their front license plate from a vehicle in North Bellmore on Sept. 30. On Oct. 1, a victim reported that a license plate was removed from a vehicle parked in Wantagh.

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The Stop & Shop in East Meadow reported a victim shoplifted several items from the store on Sept. 30. At the Gateway Inn in Merrick, a victim reporter that items were stolen on Oct. 7.

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Myron Boykin, 41, of Hempstead, was arrested for shoplifting at the Walmart in East Meadow on Sept. 29.

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A victim reported that the front passenger and driver side tires of her vehicle were damaged while parked on Mitchell Avenue in East Meadow on Sept. 29.

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Students learned about impaired driving Students enrolled in health classes at Wellington C. Mepham High School learned firsthand about the dangers of distracted and impaired driving as they attempted to perform a series of tasks via simulators and vision impairment goggles. More than 350 students fumbled and stumbled as they wore vision impairment goggles to navigate walking a straight line, stacking cups and matching puzzle pieces to driving in a car using a simulated course via the Arrive Alive Tour. Through a partnership with the New York State Police, officers were on hand operating a machine that allowed students to feel the impact of a car crash at 4-6mph. “The driving simulator allows participants to experience the potential consequences of impaired driving in a controlled environment,” explained Wendy Tepfer, director of the Community Parent Center, who organized the day’s events. Focusing on health and safety issues, the Community Parent Center provides a full complement of school assembly programs, parent and community workshops and school administrator and staff development seminars addressing a wide range of topics: pre-prom and graduation safety, teen driver safety, mental health and youth depression, bullying, cybersafety and more. “The entire day offers experiential learning opportunities to help students make good decisions and see firsthand how dangerous distracted and impaired driving can be,” Tepfer added. “If there is anything we can give them that might make it click in their brain and make them think before doing something impulsive, then we have been successful.” Arrive Alive Tour has visits planned for both John F. Kennedy and Sanford H. Calhoun high schools in the spring when the Michigan-based company is back in town.

Natalie Acosta and Allison Dooley attempted to stack 10 cups in a timed test while wearing vision impairment

Chris Gozmann attempted to safely navigate a simulated course while driving in the Arrive Alive Tour car.

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Saige Johnson attempted to walk a straight line during a mock field sobriety test administered by a retired Nassau County Police Department lieutenant who consults for the Community Parent Center. Wendy Tepfer, right, serves as the director of the Community Parent Center and organized the day’s events.

Maria Potamousis and Katie Burke fumbled to match dots and shapes to their corresponding dots.

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Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, third left, Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby, second right, Councilman Chris Carini second left, Town Clerk Kate Murray and Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll, right, presented the Town of Hempstead Police Service Award to Detective Frank Ruvolo of the Nassau County first Squad, in recognition of dedicated service to America’s largest township.

Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, second left, Councilman Chris Carini, second right, Town Clerk Kate Murray, left, and Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll, right, presented the Town of Hempstead Police Service Award to Detective Jason Wrieske of the Nassau County seventh Squad, in recognition of dedicated service to America’s largest township.

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A new ‘Dream Court’ in the heart of East Meadow

Grand opening features famous basketball players Nancy Lieberman, Julius Erving By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Basketball stars made an appearance in East Meadow last week, officially unveiling a new state-of-the-art facility at Eisenhower Park. The new court, known as a “Dream Court,” was made possible by the Nancy Lieberman Charities. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, on Oct. 11, honored Julius “Dr. J” Erving, a Nassau County native who is widely considered one of the best basketball players of all time. Nancy Lieberman, a Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame member herself, who grew up in Far Rockaway, has been working with her charity to install Dream Courts around the U.S. since 2010. According to her website, NancyLiebermanCharities.org, the “initiative is centered on democratizing access to basketball for girls and boys, offering them an affordable avenue for recreation, a secure space to engage in play, an opportunity to foster social interactions, and a platform to cultivate essential values of teamwork and sportsmanship.” Addressing a crowd of young basketball players at last week’s ribbon cutting, County Executive Bruce Blakeman said, “It’s great to be with some really, really caring people who are outstanding athletes. Not only do they excel at their sport, they excel at doing great things for our community. And I’m talking specifically about Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman and Hall of Famer ‘Dr. J,’ Julius Erving — the most incredible, most amazing athletes, and very, very caring individuals.” Blakeman said that this was the second Dream Court installed in Nassau County this year, the first one having opened in Roosevelt in the spring. The court features a high-performance “PowerGame” surface, a custom-engineered outdoor modular court system with a lightly textured surface that boasts both dry traction and low skin abrasion, according to Sport Court, the company that created it. “It’s important, because these courts are state-ofthe-art,” Blakeman said. “They’re not like when Nancy and Dr. J and I played, where we played on hard asphalt — and we have the ankles and the knees and the hips to prove it. These are really state-of-the-art. They’re easy on your legs, and they’re actually very, very beautiful. So we could not be more happy than to have this partnership with Dream Courts.” Erving said his story “literally began” in East Meadow — he was born just a few minutes away, at Meadowbrook Hospital, now the Nassau County University Medical Center. Erving went on to star on the court at Roosevelt High School and the University of Massachusetts, then for the New York Nets and, most famously, the Philadelphia 76ers. He offered words of advice to the young players, encouraging them to live in the moment, and focus on ways to make a difference. “You need to live now,” he said. “You need to think about now — what’s happening now, what you really want to happen now.”’ Erving said he had known Lieberman since she was 15. She took part in a basketball camp that he ran — the only female enrolled — and was voted its best athlete. “She distinguished herself in such a way, and everything that we did, whether it was the drills, whether it was the scrimmages, no matter what it was, she just stood out,” he recounted. “I said, ‘This lady right here is going to be something.’” An Olympian, Lieberman also played and coached in the Women’s National Basketball Association. She was hired by the Sacramento Kings as an assistant coach, the second female assistant coach ever in the National Basketball Association’s history. More recently, she is a broadcaster for the NBA’s New Orleans Peli-

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Nancy Lieberman, Julius ‘Dr. J’ Erving and Bruce Blakeman cut the ribbon during a ceremony unveiling a new ‘Dream Court’ in Eisenhower Park, made possible by the Nancy Lieberman Charities.

The new court in Eisenhower Park honors Julius Erving, a Nassau County native. Erving gave a young fan an autograph at last week’s ceremony. cans and a head coach for BIG3, a 3-on-3 basketball league. She is nothing short of a legend in women’s basketball. “You did your thing, presenting this court to the people of Nassau County,” Erving said. “Adults and kids alike, don’t be shy about coming out here. There’s no admission fee. This is free — you need to take advantage of it. Your need to learn to love it, and share the story with other people, because that’s really what it’s all about.” Lieberman said that Eisenhower Park is “beautiful,” and that she understands why people enjoy utilizing what it offers. She added that Erving is “shy,” for being as great as he is. “He didn’t tell you that people like our friend Michael Jordan looked up to him,” Lieberman said. “He didn’t tell you that people like our friend Kobe Bryant looked up to him. He didn’t tell you that guys

Nancy Lieberman, one of the greatest female basketball players, has been working with her charity to install ‘Dream Courts’ around the country since 2010.

like Chris Paul, Kevin Durant, LeBron James look up to him. That’s pretty outstanding stuff — because those guys are going to be future Hall of Famers. “But Julius just has such a profound effect on people’s lives,” she added. “We all have to have a starting point. And his starting point was here, in this community, in parks like this.” The Dream Court is on the west side of the park, near Hempstead Turnpike, across from the administration buildings, near Parking Field No. 2. Near signage that indicates where fitness trails are, and just past the park’s tennis courts, are two basketball courts — including the Dream Court. Lieberman thanked everyone involved in making the court possible. “It’s called teamwork,” she said. “If you really want to be on a team, you’ve got to be that person. Be the player you always wanted to be or saw in somebody else. That’s why we’re here today.”

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Mepham head custodian praised for extinguishing fire Charlie Pennington, head custodian at Wellington C. Mepham High School, was recognized at the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District’s Oct. 4 board meeting for extinguishing a fire in the school’s kitchen near the end of the summer. Pennington had been landscaping the grounds when a call come over the radio that the fire alarm was going off and smoke was pouring out of the kitchen area. Pennington relied upon his more than 30 years of training and service as a volunteer firefighter to quickly and safely eliminate the threat. “Due to Mr. Pennington’s quick thinking and selfless actions, no one was injured in the incident and there was no permanent damage to the building,” said trustee Nina Lanci at the board meeting. “This is just an example of the type of person he is, and the way in which he has dedicated himself to the Mepham community at large.” Pennington has served the community for several years and has a reputation of always going above and beyond for Mepham and the entire district.

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Superintendent Michael Harrington, Board President Janet Goller, head custodian Charlie Pennington, board trustee Nina Lanci, Director of Facilities Jon Simpkins and Principal Anthony DeMartinis.

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Nassau County rally for Israel draws 5,000 By MELISSA BERMAN Correspondent

After four days of war between Israel and Hamas, considered a terrorist organization by the United States and Israel, officials estimated that over 5,000 people rallied in Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow Tuesday night to show support for Israel and Jewish people around the world. Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups launched Operation al-Aqsa Flood, a coordinated assault consisting

of land and air attacks into multiple border areas of Israel on Oct. 7, 50 years after the Yom Kippur War. The attack came on Shabbos, the Jewish Sabbath day, and the end of the weeklong Jewish festival of Sukkot. Led by Bruce. Blakeman, the first Jewish Nassau County executive, the county organized the rally that included more than 40 elected officials from both major political parties leaders from different faiths, Jewish war veterans and several other members from the Jewish community. “Nassau County stands with Israel,”

Blakeman said. Led by Rabbi Josh Dorsch, the senior rabbi from the Merrick Jewish Center, the rally began with Psalm 121 being recited. His reading was met with a chorus of “amen” from the crowd. After a musical interlude from Cantor Nissim Saal, Rabbi Anchelle Perl, who serves as the leader of the Chabad of Mineola spoke. “Here on Long Island we are rallying behind our brothers and sisters, no matter our religious affiliation, no matter our political persuasions, we come together in our desire to support the people of Israel,” he said.

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“We must stop appeasing terrorists, and their supporters,” Perl’s words brought cheers and hollers from the crowd. In between speakers, Saal led the crowd in the United States’ national anthem and Cantor Ofer Barnoy from Temple Beth Shalom in Roslyn conducted “Hatikvah,” the Israeli national anthem. Bishop Phillip Elliot, leader of the Antioch Baptist Church in Hempstead, said, “Tonight we have a war on our hands, we have a war call, that came to us all. We have to respond to a draft notice to enlist in the army against injustice, and terrorism.” “October seven, last Saturday, our Shabbat, our holy Shabbat and the day that we will never, never ever forget,” said County Legislator Mazi Pilip of Great Neck. The former Israel Defense Forces paratrooper added, “This is the day in our Shabbat, in Simchat Torah where Am Yisrael is supposed to dance on the street in Israel. They came in, they killed our people, they murder our babies, they kidnap our teenagers, they evil that we never thought we would see like this. My message to Hamas is this, I promise you the Jewish people, the State of Israel, the American People will make you pay the price you deserve!” The huge crowd erupted into chants of “Am Yisrael Chai,” which translates into English as, “The people of Israel live.” Valley Stream Mayor Ed Fare attended the rally and provided this statement to the Herald. “It is important to show our support of Israel and unite in condemning the terrorist acts of Hamas,” he said. “Many people I spoke with at the rally were appreciate that the event was held, and said they felt a great sense of belonging which was very important, since many in attendance felt very vulnerable and alone since the attacks on Saturday. I was glad that I could offer at least a bit of solace by showing support for our Israeli brothers and sisters.”

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alloween hijinks are everywhere. Families can partake of plenty to see and do as October winds down. Among the many choices, the annual Ghostly Gala at the Long Island Children’s Museum, on Oct. 21, is a popular spot for some not-sospooky — but still Halloween-ish — fun. It particularly appeals to younger families, of course. But everyone who participates — including moms, dads, grandparents — all get into the spirit of the moment. As Maureen Mangan, the museum’s director of communications, put it, “It’s a ‘fangtastic’ night filled with eerie surprises.” Expect all of that — and more. One of the museum’s most popular events, going on 20 years, returns year after year. By Karen Bloom WHERE “This is very much a tradition for our visitors,” Mangan says. Can art Trick-or-treating change the world? It’s a galleries question WHEN throughout the museum and a “monster-led” dance party are all part of the fun. ••Saturday, Oct.Sunday, 21, 6-9 noon-4 p.m. that’s been of our collective Saturday and “This isat onethe of ourfocus anchor events,” Mangan says. “We • $15, $13 members; theater p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, want families to be able to celebrate, to be able to be silly add-on tickets $4 with culture Now as society 11 a.m.-4Gala p.m.admission andfor have centuries. fun in a friendly, safe environment. The kids are Ghostly •($3 Emily Lowe Hall Gallery, very comfortable, and fully enjoy every moment.” members) navigates the complexities of modern life, • Advance South Campus, Hempstead. As does museum staffers. Notice the many fascinating purchase suggested ForLICM information andatto RSVP, at box office characters who approach guests? That the staff, dressed in art astheir a path for social change is at the (516) 224-5800, or online call (516) 463-5672, or visit finest Halloween attire. at LICM.org/ghostly23 Hofstra.edu/museum “The staff are as excited as our visitors to show off their forefront of artistic expression. • Long Island Children’s costumes and share in the moment,” Mangan says.“They Museum, Museum Row, take great pride in their costumes. They get together and Garden City “When Wetheir All Stand,” Hofstra University Museum of Art’s new exhibition, examines plan costumes. You’ll see them as Disney princesses, Marvel characters, whatever the collective power of the arts in society.is related to the cultural zeitgist, they’ll be a part of.” Curated by Alexandra Giordano — the museum’s assistant director of exhibition and That means you may even see some Barbies and this year. collection — the exhibit underscores artists’ civic responsibility andKens influence. Young guests — and their adult companions — eagerly flaunt their costumes, too. As “It highlights the vital role that artists have in activating democratic values that always, everyone is encouraged to come to the museum in their most creative and dazzling promise equality and freedom, encouraging civic engagement, and cultivating unity,” looks. And that they do. Giordano says.“We “Artists lead of thefamilies charge and expose up,” truthsMangan that maysays. otherwise be excited to have an see often hundreds all dressed “They’re ignored. The artists in this exhibition take a stand and call out injustices through their art opportunity to wear their costumes more than once” on Halloween night. and activism on issues as entering, immigration, gender, rights, bag massfor incarceration, First stopsuch upon visitors can reproductive decorate a goody use later on as everyone voting rights, racial through bias, gunthe violence, and collecting promises unfulfi lled. They Galleries all combine the making wanders museum their “treats.” feature activity stations of art withwhere publickids service hasthemed a grassroots in the hope of mobilizing their Frankenstein canthat make craftapproach projects like a glimmering ghost, funny necklace, a witchy wardrobe puppet. Also be prepared for some mysterious encounters communities and theand nation to ignite movement, create awareness, and inspire others to you enter the unknown in the “Outta This World Spooky Space,” where guests can stand withasthem.” explorewhich an imaginary planet. This exhibit, runs through July 28, is in conjunction with Hofstra’s Plusconference everyone enjoys off their dance moves Monster Mash Dance Floor. 13th presidential on the showing Barack Obama presidency comingon upthe in April. “We were interested in the idea that the artist has a civic responsibility,” says museum director Karen Albert. “The initial idea for this exhibition was inspired by an Obama Administration White House briefing that took place on May 12, 2009,

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The comedy trailblazer brings on the laughs when his ‘Perfectly Shattered Tour’ arrives at The Paramount. Dane Cook has maintained his reputation as one of today’s most proliﬁc standup comedians, while simultaneously distinguishing himself as a charismatic and versatile actor in a variety of ﬁlm and television projects. He’s known for his legendary stand-up comedy specials, unparalleled stage presence, and observational humor. Combining energetic physical comedy, clever wordplay, and trenchant observations about human behavior, Cook’s unique brand of stand-up and accessible guy-next-door attitude have galvanized audiences of all ages. He’s also acclaimed for his acting roles in movies such as ‘Good Luck, Chuck,’ ‘My Best Friend’s Girl,’ ‘Dan in Real Life,’ ‘Employee of the Month,’ and ‘Waiting...’

Pat McGann is quickly rising as one of the sharpest stand-ups on the comedy scene. A relative latecomer to comedy, he began doing standup at 31 after realizing he was not very good at selling packaging. He hustled his way to become the Chicks The Italian house emcee at Zanies Chicago, Hang out with the ‘The Italian Chicks’ where he distinguished himself as dynamic women when these three especially adept at working arrive at thethe Landmark stage with crowd. A husband andcomedy father revue. of their Maryann ‘Boom three young children, McGann’s Boom’ Maisano, Cara Amore and appeal stems from his quick wit make up this eclectic Gianna Messina and relatable taketrio onoffamily life multi-talented women who and marriage. In draw 2017,on McGann the foibles of their Italianbegan touring asAmerican the opening act in their show traditions for Sebastian Maniscalco, — a blendmoving of comedy, acting and with him from clubs toMaisano, theater, the show’s producer song. to arenas, including sold- has described their andfour headliner, Photos courtesy Long Island Children’s Museum performance out shows at Madison Square‘as part meatball, part Aimee Terzulli, museum vice president, welcomes guests in cannoli — ashort, passionate comedy with Garden. McGann’s relatively her Halloween finery. a little drama.’ but impressive resume, includesMore than simply a “Families have a great time with this,” Mangan out,’ this is a celebration Montreal’s famed‘girl’s Just night For Laughs says. “There’s lots of chatter and compliments going of food, family Festival, Gilda’s LaughFest, The and culture. Whether back and forth between everyone.” you’re Italian or not, they’ll have you Great American Comedy Festival, Over in the museum theater, Uncle Vlad’s Pumpkin roaring with laughter. You don’t want and more. McGann still calls Patch is a gathering spot for some spellbinding stories Chicago home. to miss this hilarious show — ﬁlled and songs. “Uncle Vlad,” (a 10-foot bat puppet) with an enthusiastic blend of comedy, is joined by his nephew Chad, and fellow friendly Saturday, Feb. 11,characters, 8 p.m. $40, $35, music and song parodies $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 you remember things creatures of the night — both the “invisible man” and that will make New York Ave., Huntington. (800) “visible man,” the Wolfman and Great Aunt Margarine, you paid your shrink to forget — or a witch who lives next door — featuring puppet745-3000 artists or Ticketmaster.com according to Maisano. ParamountNY.com. Kyle Mahoney, Sebastiano Ricci, Carrie Heffernan and Austin M. Costello. Sunday, Oct. 22, 3-5:30 p.m., Uncle Vlad needs help from his friends — and the $39, $29, $19. Jeanne Rimsky audience — as everyone tries to ﬁgure out who stole Theater at Landmark on Main this year’s candy. Street, 232 Main St., Port “Get your costume on,” Mangan says, “and be Washington. (917) 567-5842, or ready for plenty of fun.” LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

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Three musical phenomenons. One idea inspired by love of the music. That’s Pink Talking Fish. The hybrid tribute fusion act takes the music from three iconic bands creating a remarkable musical jam. PTF brings their unique sound to the Landmark stage, Saturday, oct. 28, 8 p.m. Pink Floyd, The Talking Heads and Phish are all more than just bands to Eric Gould on bass, Richard James on keyboards, Zack Burwick on drums and Cal Kehoe on guitar. The three bands’ creations have artistically inspired people and their mind-blowing live performances have brought people together to form a special sense of community around the love for their favorite band. Although the music from each act is different, PTF has discovered that fusing the material together creates an amazing story. The epic emotion of Pink Floyd; the funky, danceable layerings of The Talking Heads; the styles, unique compositional structures and pure fun of Phish — to merge these three into one gives music lovers a special experience. Discovering connections is part of the fun: Pink Floyd’s “On The Run” seamlessly fitting in the middle of the composition of Phish’s “You Enjoy Myself”. Perfectly placing Phish’s “Sand” into the groove of The Talking Head’s “Slippery People,” along with segued collections from all three acts. These ideas are the spirit behind Pink Talking Fish. $45 and $40. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (917) 567-5842 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

On exhibit View the landmark exhibition “Modigliani and the Modern Portrait,” at Nassau County Museum of Art. Devoted to the way that Modigliani powerfully re-defined the art of portraiture, the show includes his masterworks along with paintings and drawings by his Parisian contemporaries (Picasso, van Dongen, Laurencin). Modigliani’s enduring influence on artists even in our own time is shown in a selection of Contemporary paintings by such important figures as David Hockney, Eric Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton and others. The exhibition is being curated by Dr. Kenneth Wayne, founder of The Modigliani Project, which authenticates paintings and drawings (two of the works in the show have been recently approved by the committee). Through Nov. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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

Bird walk The South Shore Audubon Society welcomes all to join its members for a bird walk, at the Massapequa Preserve, Sunday, oct. 22, starting at 9 a.m. Walk leaders, other birders and nature enthusiasts are happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. Bring binoculars. Meet at the east end of the northeast parking lot at the Massapequa LIRR station. To register, text your name and contact information to Joe Landesberg (516) 4679498. Also text regarding questionable weather conditions. For more information, visit SSAudubon.org.

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The Merrick Fall Festival kicks off on Thursday, Oct. 20. The carnival and festival takes place in the Merrick LIRR station on Merrick Avenue through Oct. 22. It opens on Friday at 6 p.m. with the street festival on Saturday and Sunday, starting at 11 a.m. Visit MerrickChamber.org for more information.

Enjoy the spirit of the season at a Howloween Masquerade Gala benefiting Freeport-based Bobbi and the Strays animal rescue, Thursday Oct. 26, 7 p.m.-12 a.m., at Russo’s on the Bay. $125 ticket price includes four-course dinner, dancing, entertainment and raffles. All funds raised support sheltering and medical needs of the rescued dogs and cats. 162-45 Cross Bay Blvd., Howard Beach. For information, call (917) 2139840 or (718) 845-0779.

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

Concert time Stop by the Bellmore Playhouse, Saturday, Oct. 21, 8 p.m., for a concert featuring Total Mass Retain, a Yes tribute band. 525 Bedford Ave., Bellmore. For more information and to get tickets, visit BandsInTown.com.

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Calhoun On Tour Boosters Corp hosts a Family Fun-Fest, Saturday, Oct. 28, 2:30-5:30 p.m., at Calhoun High School. With trick-ortreating, games, characters, singing, performances, crafts, face painting and more. Enter through the back entranceway of the school at 1786 State St., Merrick. $8 per child.

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Nassau County Museum of Art welcomes those interested in improving their art skills or those who simply want to explore their creativity to participate in one of their many stimulating classes. The fall schedule includes Watercolor Florals: Beginner to intermediate levels (adults and teens 16+), Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Nov. 2-Dec. 14. $300, $270 members. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. For information and to register visit NassauMuseum.org or call (516) 484-9338.

For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour, Friday, Oct. 20, noon-1 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 22, 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 23, noon-1 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 26-27, noon-1 p.m. Be introduced to the intensive labor required to create the lifestyle experienced by the Phipps family and their guests; tour the many rooms that were “behind the scenes” to create the formal dining experiences of early 20th century. Go along the corridors to the butler’s pantry and silver cleaning room then descend the 17 steps to the kitchen, scullery, and wine storage rooms located on the ground floor. Reservations required. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.

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Bring the family to Nassau County Museum of Art, Saturday, Nov. 4, when everyone can immerse themselves in the Mexican tradition of Day of the Dead. Participate in family art making, a Spanish and English language story time, music, traditional foods, and a display of artwork by a local Mexican-American visual artist exploring cultural themes. Choose from two sessions, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. Suitable for children aged 2-14 and their adult companions. Everyone may participate in art making and each adult attending must purchase a spot. This is not a drop-off event. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. $20 non-member adult, $10 member adult, $10 nonmember child. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9338 or NassauMuseum.org.

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News briefs Kessel named NIFA board chair, director

State Sen. Steve Rhoads was joined by King Singh, the Founder of King Fights Cancer Foundation, to hand out toys to kids in need at Nassau University Medical Center.

members appointed without recommenRichard Kessel was appointed to the dation. Two of the members appointed by Nassau County Interim Finance Authorithe governor and the members appointed ty by Governor Kathy Hochul on Oct. 13. upon the recommendation of the senate Kessel will fill the role of chair and majority leader, the speaker and the director for the board. comptroller must be residents of Nassau “Richard Kessel has the background County. and experience which makes Kessel, of Merrick, is an him the best candidate to fill expert on energy and consumthis vacancy on the NIFA er issues with an extensive Board,” Hochulsaid. “I am background in public service. proud to have him take on this Kessel previously served as responsibility and look forCourtesy Office of State Sen. Steve Rhoads the Nassau County Industrial ward to the good he will bring Development Agency’s Board to the greater Nassau commuChair and as CEO of the New nity in this position. We also York Power Authority. He thank outgoing chairman and graduated with a bachelor’s Director Adam Barsky for his Earlier this summer, State Sen. Steve around the holiday time, but all year long degree from New York Uniservice to New Yorkers and Rhoads hosted his Inaugural Cruise- I was happy to harness our community’s RichaRd Kessel versity and a master’s degree Through Christmas in July Toy Drive to holiday generosity and cheer to make a dedication to this role. from Columbia University. The Nassau County Interbenefit local children in need. positive impact in lives of countless chilKessel said, “I thank Govim Finance Authority is a Rhoads teamed up with Oyster Bay dren and families going through tough ernor Hochul for appointing me to be public benefit corporation created by the Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, the times,” Rhoads said. “During the toy Chair of the Nassau Interim Finance New York State Legislature in June 2000. Oyster Bay Town Board, Legislator Rose drive, it was incredible to see the kindAuthority. NIFA was formed over 20 years Walker, and Assemblyman Jake Blumen- ness of the community in action and I am NIFA has certain powers to monitor and ago to monitor and oversee Nassau Coun- cranz in hopes of spreading holiday cheer so thankful to everyone who donated. It oversee the county’s finances. In addity’s finances and to ensure that the Countion, NIFA is empowered to issue bonds all throughout the year by collecting toys was truly heart-warming to spread joy ty is fiscally strong and has long term and notes for various county purposes, for the USMC Toys for Tots and King and happiness in the hospital and put plans to have balanced budgets and stable Fights Cancer. including the restructuring of a portion smiles on children’s faces.” finances to protect taxpayers and resiof the county’s outstanding debt. Rhoads was happy to deliver some of “As a cancer survivor and rare disease dents. I look forward to working with the NIFA is governed by a seven-member the toys collected during the summer Toy warrior, I know what it feels like to be in governor, her administrationand memboard appointed by the governor, includDrive to children in the pediatric unit at and out of the hospital,” King Singh, the bers of the NIFA Board to move the couning one member each appointed upon the Nassau University Medical Center in East founder of King Fights Cancer Foundaty forward in a positive direction.” recommendation of the majority leader Meadow. tion said. “Nothing brings me more joy of the senate, the speaker of the assem“The joy of giving is truly the greatest than seeing the smile on the children’s HalfVallone page 9.75 x 6.291 –Jordan bly and the state comptroller, and four gift of all. Since toys are needed not only faces when they receive a toy.”

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The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District ranked 28th out of nearly 11,000 school districts evaluated by Niche.com across the nation. Additionally, the district was ranked no. 8 in New York State. All three high schools, John F. Kennedy, Wellington C. Mepham and Sanford H. Calhoun, ranked in the top 40 in New York State, while the two middle schools, Grand and Merrick Avenue, ranked in the top 20.

These rankings are based on factors obtained from the U.S. Department of Education and include state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT and ACT scores, teacher quality and public school district ratings. “It is our extensive curriculum pathways paired with strong educational leaders and a supportive board of education that allows us to achieve such high level of academic excellence,” said Superintendent Michael Harrington.

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of Figure 8 Fulfillment LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State NY (SSNY) on 8/30/23. Office in Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Republic Registered Agent Services Inc., 54 State Street, Suite 804, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 142330 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE SPECIALTY UNDERWRITING AND RESIDENTIAL FINANCE TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-BC5, Plaintiff AGAINST Edward Maniscalco; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 4, 2017 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 13, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 7 Abby Road, Merrick, NY 11566. 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 55 Block 177 Lots 21, 22, & 23. Approximate amount of judgment $873,941.79 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 014940/2009. 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.” Charles J. Casolaro, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: September 7, 2023 142426 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NOT INDIVUDALLY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE BEAR STEARNS ALTA TRUST 2004-10,

MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-10, Plaintiff, Against LUIS A. QUIJANO, ET AL. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 03/22/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 11/15/2023 at 2:30 pm, premises known as 174 Babylon Turnpike, Merrick, New York 11566, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Merrick, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York. Section 2555 Block 166 Lot 158 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $1,154,373.34 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 005630/2015 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee. McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 9/21/23 File Number: 17-300295 SH 142454 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER, Plaintiff AGAINST EDWARD WEINSCHREIDER, JESSICA WEINSCHREIDER, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 9, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 13, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 132 SMITH STREET, MERRICK, NY 11566. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Merrick, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, Section 55, Block 109, Lot 653, 654. Approximate amount of judgment $322,752.54 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed

Judgment Index #607890/2018. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. 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. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Jaime D. Ezratty, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-004225 77846 142400

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Index No. 613283/2022 ___________________ M&T BANK, Plaintiff, v. NUR E. MIR AKA NURE ALAM MIR AKA NUR E ALAM MIR AKA NUREALAM MIR, REBECA SULTANA AKA REBECCA SULTANA, BANK OF AMERICA, NA, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., JOHN DOE, Defendants. ___________________ To the above named Defendants: You are hereby summoned to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorneys within thirty days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of Honorable David P. Sullivan, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed the 26th day of September, 2023 at Mineola, New York. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage on the following property: SBL No.: 50-589-10 ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at East Meadow, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as and by the Lot Number 10, in Block 589, on a certain map entitled, “Map of Delray Homes, situate at East Meadow, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, surveyed October, 1959, by Meyer, Horacek & Schoppe,” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on November 2, 1960 as Map No. 7373 which said lot, is more particularly bounded and described according to said map as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the northerly side of Cecily Drive, distant 61.98 feet Easterly from the extreme southerly end of the arc of a curve connecting the northerly side of Cecily Drive with the easterly side of North Drive; RUNNING THENCE North 6 degrees 24 minutes 10 seconds West, 99.47 feet; RUNNING THENCE North 83 degrees 35 minutes 50 seconds East, 30 feet; RUNNING THENCE North 78 degrees 28 minutes 37 seconds East, 30.12 feet; RUNNING THENCE South 6 degrees 24 minutes 10 seconds East, 110.56 feet to the northerly side of Cecily Drive; and RUNNING Thence North 88 degrees 25 minutes 46 seconds West along the northerly side of Cecily Drive, 60.59 feet to the point or place of BEGINNING. Subject to easements, covenants, and restriction of record. These premises are also known as 1405 Cecily Drive, North Merrick, NY 11566. Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 142409

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 74-2023 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held October 3rd, 2023, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 74-2023, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 74-2023, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations Dated: October 3, 2023 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 142605 LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO. 21527 RESOLUTION NO.1126-2023 Adopted: October 3, 2023 Councilmember Goosby offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND SETTING ASIDE CERTAIN PARKING SPACES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE SOLE USE OF HOLDERS OF SPECIAL PARKING PERMITS ISSUED BY THE COUNTY OF NASSAU TO PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS. WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No.1116-2023, adopted September 19th, 2023, a public hearing was duly held on the 3rd day of October, 2023, at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the proposed establishment and setting aside of a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons, in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, all as set forth in said resolution; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Town Board finds it to be in the public interest to establish and set aside a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in

accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, the following parking spaces be and the same hereby is set aside for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons: BALDWIN BERTHA DRIVE - east side, starting at a point 183 feet south of the south curbline of Cherrywood Drive, south for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-387/23) ELMONT 238th STREET - east side, starting at a point 52 feet north of the north curbline of 116th Road, north for a distance of 18 feet. (TH-412/23) LOUIS AVENUE - west side, starting at a point 89 feet north of the north curbline of Arcade Place, north for a distance of 14 feet. (TH-417/23) ADELE COURT - north side, starting at a point 45 feet west of the west curbline of Connie Lane, west for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-425/23) FRANKLIN SQUARE GRANGE STREET - west side, starting at a point 125 feet south of the south curbline of Hempstead Turnpike, south for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-392/23) CRAFT AVENUE - north side, starting at a point of 195 feet west of the west curbline of Hall Street, west for a distance of 22 feet. (TH-426/23) MERRICK WYNSUM AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 287 feet north of the north curbline of Elliot Street, north for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-422/23) and on the repeal of the following locations previously Set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons: ELMONT STERLING ROAD - west side, starting at a point 158 feet north of the north curbline of 106th Avenue. (TH-368/20 - 1/19/21) (TH-388/23) ; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once in a newspaper having a general circulation in the Town of Hempstead, and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and posting. The foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Miller and adopted upon roll call as follows: AYES: SEVEN (7) NOES: NONE (0) 142611

LEGAL NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS-SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU - US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, -against- ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF THE LATE EMILY G. LOTRUGLIO, IF LIVING, AND IF ANY BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS WHO ARE SPOUSES, WIDOWS, GRANTEES, MORTGAGEES, LIENORS, HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF SUCH OF THEM AS MAY BE DEAD, AND THEIR SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES AND SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES AND PLACES OF RESIDENCE ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, HEATHER LOTRUGLIO, JOANN G. LOTRUGLIO, TAX CORRECTION AGENCY INC., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, JOHN DOE, Defendants - Index No. 612823/2022 Plaintiff Designates Nassau County as the Place of Trial. The Basis of Venue is that the subject premises is situated in Nassau County. To the above named Defendants-YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That this Supplemental Summons is being filed pursuant to an order of the court dated October 2, 2023. NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME - If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be

entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable David P. Sullivan, J.S.C. Dated: October 2, 2023 Filed: October 3, 2023. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage covering the premises known as 23 Orchard Street, Merrick, NY 11566. Dated: October 4, 2023. Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP, Attorney for Plaintiff, By: Richard F. Komosinski, Esq., 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523 P: (914) 345-3020 142627 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. WILLIAM GROSS, et al, Defts. Index #614605/2019. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered May 2, 2022, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on November 21, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. premises k/a Section 62, Block 211, Lot 17. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. WILLIAM R. BOCCIO, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY. #100825 142631 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

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 October 30, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. premises

Superintendent of the Year hails a beloved figure in the Bellmore school community By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Joseph Famularo, superintendent of the Bellmore Public Schools, was named the 2024 New York State School Superintendent of the Year — an esteemed honor given to him by the New York State Council of School Superintendents. Famularo has worked in Bellmore schools during his entire career — this being his 33rd year with the district and 1 7 t h ye a r a s superintendent. He was previously a reading and special education teacher, before becoming an assistant principal, then director, princiJOsEph FAmuLARO pal and assistant superintendent Superintendent, for instructional Bellmore Public services. Schools “I use the analogy that our life is like a life ship on a journey, and I just feel incredibly grateful that my life ship settled at port in Bellmore,” he told the Herald. “It’s a privilege, an honor to serve such a wonderful community — a remarkable place to live and work, and dedicate my career here.” Affectionately known around the Bellmore community as “Dr. Joe,” Famularo holds a doctorate in educational leadership. The district operates three kindergarten-to-sixth grade schools: Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Learning Center, Winthrop Avenue School and Shore Road School. Once students graduate, they then

really feel this recognition is synergy of many individuals.

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Joesph Famularo spoke this year at the Scope Education Services’ annual dinner. He’s on the nonprofit’s board of directors. attend schools in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District. Under his leadership, Bellmore’s education landscape has flourished, and the district was the first in New York State to be recognized as a Lighthouse District for Leadership by FranklinCovey Education. A musician, Famularo has helped the arts flourish in Bellmore schools, earning the district recognition from numerous regional and national music organizations. His efforts have stretched beyond the administrative role, as he annually performs with Bellmore teachers in their district band, called “The Belltones.” He’s composed several songs, including “Be Strong and Lead Together,” which was dedicated to the Class of 2020 — students who graduated during the coronavirus pandemic.

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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* All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social

distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 45 RICHARD AVENUE, NORTH MERRICK, NY 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*} 142116 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU MCLP ASSET COMPANY, INC., Plaintiff, AGAINST

DOLORES ANNE CARUCCI-LAMPITELLI, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF DOLORES MARIA CARUCCI AKA DOLORES CARUCCI, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on February 4, 2020. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 26, 2023 at 2:30 PM premises known as 1429 Little Whaleneck Rd, North Merrick, NY 11566 AKA 1429 Little Whaleneck Rd, Merrick, NY 11566. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County and

the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Merrick (unincorporated area), Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 56, Block 22 and Lot 51. Approximate amount of judgment $452,331.62 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #001685/2017. Janine T. Lynam, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 142126

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“Music is an important part of everyone’s life and important part of my life and my family,” he said. “And since I have that talent, I tried to use it to create messages for students, for everyone. Music is another way to express yourself and to share your message.” Famularo is the former president of the Nassau County Council of School Superintendents, and is still very involved with its executive committee. The Nassau council nominated Famularo for the award, which looks at three criteria: district development, how regionally involved a superintendent is, and the work done on a state level. There are 700 school districts in New York, and the state council’s distinguished service committee narrows down the pool of nominees to 12 superintendents who are interviewed, and then finally choose a finalist among four candidates. The state council will formally recognize Famularo at the 2024 Winter Institute in Albany on March 4. He will also represent the state as its nominee for the National Superintendent of the Year, awarded by the American Association of School Administrators in San Diego, California in February. Famularo is also on the board of directors of Scope Education services, a nonprofit chartered by the New York State Board of Regents to provide services to the state’s school districts. Famularo said the award would not have been possible without the amazing support and efforts of everyone in the Bellmore community. “I really feel this recognition is synergy of many individuals — amazing board, administrators, teachers, non-instructional staff, parents, the entire community,” he said. “It’s a collective recognition of our entire educational community.” Maryanne Kelly, president of Bellmore’s Board of Education, expressed the board’s heartfelt congratulations to Famularo. “Dr. Joe’s extensive experience and

Courtesy Bellmore Public Schools

The New York State Council of School Superintendents named Joseph Famularo, superintendent of Bellmore Public Schools, Superintendent of the Year. Famularo greets a young student on the first day of school in September. impressive credentials equip him with a comprehensive knowledge base to address and lead with specialized expertise in all facets of our school community,” she said in a statement. “His forwardthinking mindset and belief in our ‘Bellmore Stars Education Program,’ coupled with his efforts in developing and promoting our leadership principles and Star Core Values of respect, dedication, integrity, trust, and teamwork, have empowered all Bellmore Star Students to consistently thrive in our mission to ‘Lead and Learn.’” Charles Dedrick, executive director of the state council of superintendents, said the council is thrilled that Famularo is its 2024 award winner. “Joe brings a level of enthusiasm to the superintendency that truly makes him stand out as a leader among leaders,” Dedrick said. “He has been involved with (the state council) as long as I can remember, whether it be helping new superintendents to adjust to their position, leading his county superintendent group or simply playing his guitar at our conferences. Joe has become a role model for other superintendents across the state.” After being selected, Famularo said, “I am deeply humbled and honored to be named New York State Superintendent of the Year by my esteemed colleagues. I am fortunate to belong to this extraordinary community, and this honor is a shared tribute, owing no small part to their remarkable contributions.”

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Bellmore $715,00 S. Saint Marks Avenue. Split Level. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. Updates include skylight. Taxes: $15,204 Cedarhurst $960,000 West Broadway. Colonial. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Finished basement with separate entrance and play area. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room. Bedrooms and two full bathrooms on second floor. Bonus third floor finished attic. Convenient location in heart of Cedarhurst. Taxes: $10,753.29 East Meadow $770,000 Apple Lane. Barnum Woods neighborhood. Ranch. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Finished basement. New gourmet eatin kitchen with all high-end finishes including Thermador double oven and Wolf stovetop. All spacious rooms. Taxes: $7,109.33 Elmont Robert Avenue. Duplex. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. L-shaped dining room. Updates include high-top lighting and brick pavers around house. Professional landscaping. Possible mother-daughter with proper permit. Taxes: $12,808.26 Lido Beach $980,000 W. Lagoon Drive. Hi Ranch. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Eatin kitchen. Open layout. Formal dining room. Den/family room and guest quarters. Security system. Taxes: $12,709 Merrick $725,000 Gormley Avenue. Expanded Cape. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Den/family room and home office. First floor master bedroom. Security system. Taxes: $13,100.50 Oceanside $999,999 Harold Street. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with pantry. Formal dining room. Den/family room, home office and wet bar. First floor master bedroom. Updates include cathedral ceiling and skylight. Ample storage and security system. Taxes: $14,715.45 Rockville Centre $821,000 Voorhis Avenue. Colonial. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room. Den/ family room and home office. Updates include cathedral ceiling. Security system and ample storage. Taxes: $15,463.57 Valley Stream $690,000 Jedwood Place. Expanded Cape. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room. First floor master bedroom. Deck with outdoor seating and movie theater system. Updates include tankless Navien water heater with Rheem backup unit. Taxes: $10,400

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A. Do things once, the best way. A deck isn’t habitable, but a sunroom is, and a permit is required. Plans have to show structural support, energy and building code compliance. Rain, moisture and ice are your primary concerns. You need the whole story without the sales part. Just like any purchase, issues you might not expect are still imporonte eeper tant, like finding out what kind of oil to add to your snow blower before the engine seizes or that windows without factory tinting can allow ultra-violet sunlight rays to fade your carpet. As an architect for a largely popular sunroom manufacturer in the 1980s and ’90s, I experienced many issues with their construction. Pre-engineered panel systems are designed by the company, hopefully by engineers, and should come with plans, from the manufacturer, that can be sealed and signed by their in-house engineer. If not, plans may need to be drawn from scratch by an architect or engineer that you hire so those plans can be integrated with your house. Integrated means that the company generally just sells you a product and doesn’t necessarily give any indication of how to support the unit or how to attach the unit system to your house so that it won’t leak or move. This is the general failing of the system, since, as I experienced with most of the installations, the part I could detail was free of leaking or movement, but the units themselves leaked nearly every time. We could detail how the edges of the unit could be sealed and redundantly weather-stripped and flashed, but the frames around the glass and wall edges would unseal and leak. I even met with the corporate president/owner and identified the specific problems. Promises to correct leak issues were made but not kept, and eventually I gave up. I looked at a two-year-old system while discussing other work for a home recently. The owner described the back-and-forth misery he and his family were experiencing with their sunroom and the company. Even 25 years after I gave up, the same company is still doing things the same way. You need a detail-oriented architect and installer, even if you think you don’t. The cost of doing things twice is much greater. Good luck.

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ew York City is home to many famous landmarks and attractions, such as Times Square, Wall Street and New York-style pizza. Yet what people associate with New York today is the migrant crisis, a growing and complex problem with statewide consequences. Since the spring of 2022, more than 116,100 migrants have flooded into the state. The lack of planning by Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Eric Adams has resulted in a severe humanitarED RA ian crisis and a strain on public resources. Our local communities are shouldering the burden of providing essential services such as health care, education and social services to migrants and their families, stretching their resources thin. This crisis isn’t just a federal issue; it affects every corner of our state. From Long Island to Buffalo, from the five boroughs to the North Country, its conse-

quences are felt by our citizens, our communities and our local governments. The humanitarian challenges and security concerns stemming from the influx of migrants at our borders and throughout our state demand immediate and comprehensive attention. We must convene a special session of the State Legislature to address this crisis, and act now to protect the interests of our state and its residents. Protecting our communities and upholding the principles of compassion and humanitarianism are not mutually exclusive. Unfortunately, neither of these standards is currently being met. The Assembly’s Republican conference has been calling for these actions for several months, but has been met with silence. Even more troublesome, federal and state leaders continue to dance around the problem with backward approaches such as offering nearly a half-million Venezuelan migrants legal status and work permits. We don’t want immigrants sitting idly, but there

must be a process in place to ensure that public safety and resources are maintained. Assembly Republicans proposed legislation that would do so, including adopting a resolution calling on the federal government to provide financial assistance to the state, and to reverse the Executive Order of 2017 that prohibits law enforcement from cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement for the purpose of enforcing federal immigration law. It would also end New York’s status as an illegal immigration sanctuary, and require the state to register all migrants in order to assist with background checks and monitor refugees seeking asylum here. The 2023-24 state budget allocated $1 billion to New York City for migrant humanitarian assistance. However, this allocation lacks clear guidance or oversight regarding its specific utilization. It is crucial that leaders from across the state know where these funds are going. My bill, A.7508, a two-pronged effort to ensure transparency, would require the

t isn’t just a federal issue. It affects every corner of our state, from Long Island to Buffalo.

governor to submit a report to the Legislature every 30 days detailing how state and federal funds are being spent on humanitarian aid for migrants, and require the comptroller to audit those funds every 30 days. The need for this bill is evident, given recent revelations about DocGo, the private medical services company Adams partnered with to oversee activities at upstate hotels housing migrants. A state investigation into DocGo uncovered alarming problems, including the employment of at least 50 security guards — compensated at a staggering rate of $1,200 per day — working without proper licensing. Convening a special session in Albany to address the ongoing migrant crisis isn’t just a necessity, it is our moral and civic duty as elected representatives of the people. We must put aside political differences and work together to find practical solutions to this complex issue. By doing so, we can uphold the values of compassion, security and economic stability that define our great state. Ed Ra, who represents the 19th Assembly District, is the ranking Republican on the Assembly Ways & Means Committee.

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ry not to consume the horrific war news out of Israel with your family dinner. The Hamas terror attack on Israel last week demanded our full attention. Many of us sat pinned to the TV, as we did after 9/11. The parenting challenge of the moment, as if we needed another mountain to climb, is to limit our children’s access to TV and social media accounts of the war in the Middle East. As the RAnDi adults in the room, we must KREiss take charge of what we want our young children, and even our teenagers, to see and hear. For our own health and well-being, we need to limit our consumption of violent news reports and videos. There is a difference between educating ourselves and subsuming our daily lives to details of the horror unfolding nearly 6,000 miles away. The media are unlikely to exert restraint. So we must. Unfortunately, our kids have access to streaming video games in which the violence is vivid and shocking. The membrane between the gaming world

and the real-world videos coming out of Israel is thin and permeable. It can be overwhelming to developing minds. We need to talk to our children and grandchildren, and give them a sense of history and an education about the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. We need to protect them from the sensational posts on the internet and help them understand how militant tribes and clans and communities can divide a country, overtaking our best instincts. Even here in America. Teenagers today, the survivors of a life-changing global pandemic, a generation of kids struggling with unprecedented levels of anxiety and depression, need our protection and censorship when it comes to what they see and hear. This has always been true, but we need to step up our supervision of online viewing, because we cannot trust news outlets to monitor themselves. The gathering war in the Middle East brings a new level of exposure to our kids, who know how to find videos and postings, some true, some fake, on their phones and other devices. While we limit their exposure to inappropriate news, as citizens we must keep ourselves informed and involved.

The war will surely pull the U.S. into the conflict on many levels. I try to find responsible newspapers, reporters and opinion pages to keep me updated. How else to get a full account of a painful, complex and ongoing human tragedy? As a journalist, I feel proud of the foreign correspondents who raced into the war zone and began reporting what they saw and heard. Richard Engel, Clarissa Ward, Ali Velshi, Norah O’Donnell, Lester Holt, Trey Yingst and dozens of others rushed into the battle on the ground. Putting themselves in harm’s way every day, they allowed us back home to see real people, in real time, reacting to the Oct. 7 invasion. I especially appreciate the reportage that includes sources and eyewitness accounts to validate the information they broadcast. They are well informed and calm, even under fire. Inevitably, there will be casualties among the journalists as the war escalates. They bring us the stories, but the stories are not always appropriate for kids. We need to know the details, but our children don’t. Our homes must be safe, peaceful havens for them. I have had conversations with my

e need to protect our children from the war’s horrific words and images.

grandchildren, one of whom was in Israel in May, about the geography of Israel being its destiny, and the ancient tribal feuds that still fuel the hatred and violence that is evident today. TikTok and Facebook don’t do justice to this unfolding story; it requires a level of gravitas fully grounded in the long history of the region. Last night, eyewitness after eyewitness went on the air on CNN to tell the first-hand accounts of their wives or mothers or brothers being pulled from their homes. Young people spoke of friends being shot down in front of them at the desert music festival. MSNBC broadcast photographs including one of a baby shot dead in its bed on a kibbutz. These emerging details of murdered and kidnapped Israeli children tilt the moral universe. As the war accelerates, it will tilt further. My obligation as an American citizen is to stay informed. My choice as a Jew is to support Israel’s right to exist and thrive. My obligation is also to protect my grandchildren from the photos and videos of Hamas terrorist attacks on young kids just like them. They do not need to witness the shock and awe of war to know that raging violence is shocking and awful. Copyright 2023 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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Fighting cancer must not end in October

early one in every eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetimes. This year, according to the American Cancer Society, nearly 300,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women in the United States alone, with another 56,000 cases of ductal carcinoma in situ — an affliction of milk ducts that turn malignant, which is said to be an early form of breast cancer. We promote awareness for this each year with a massive display of pink almost everywhere we turn. From pins that many wear on their lapels, to ribbons, to posters, to equipment worn by many of our sports icons, pink has become synonymous with our fight against breast cancer — the most common form of cancer in the world. Hundreds of millions of dollars are raised for breast cancer awareness and research each year, and we can view those efforts with a sense of accomplishment for all that’s achieved over the month-long campaign. Yet as October draws to a close, those pink ribbons are replaced by Halloween and then Thanksgiving decorations, as the holiday season approaches. We turn our attention from cancer to other things. But cancer doesn’t move on. In fact, some 50,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer between the beginning of November and the end of the year. That’s one woman every two minutes who will receive news that will change her life. These women simply can’t wait for October to roll around again for cancer to become society’s primary focus.

It’s not that cancer isn’t important to us all year-round. It’s just that all of us live busy lives, with so much that demands our attention. Still, there are ways to at least keep cancer in the conversation — and to continue giving even when the calendar page flips past October. The efforts of the American Cancer Society, for one, continue all year. Founded in 1946, the organization has invested more than $5 billion in research, including providing seed funding for 49 researchers whose work has won Nobel Prizes. One of the early researchers was Dr. Sidney Farber, who, in the cancer society’s first year, achieved remission of acute leukemia, successfully using chemotherapy for the first time. When we do give of ourselves, it’s hard to see where those dollars end up. But all we have to do is take a moment and think of a cancer survivor. Any cancer survivor. Before World War II, a cancer diagnosis was almost always a death sentence, or required highly invasive surgery that promised little hope of success. Now millions of people call themselves survivors, thanks to research and awareness that mean early diagnosis of cancer — and significantly increase the chances of success in treating it — that would not have happened if it weren’t for giving people like you. The American Cancer Society says that its programs have reduced the death rate from cancer by nearly a third. And 3 million more people got to return to living their lives after a cancer diagnosis between 1991 and 2017 because of those efforts — helping everyone, no matter what kind of cancer they’re fighting.

Please keep giving to charities like the American Cancer Society (Cancer.org), St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (StJude.org), the Livestrong Foundation (Livestrong.org), the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR.org), and the Cancer Research Institute (CancerResearch.org). Closer to home, we have: ■ The Children’s Leukemia Research Association (ChildrensLeukemia.org) in Garden City ■ The New York Cancer Foundation (NYCancerFoundation.org) in Port Jefferson ■ Cans 4 Cancer and Recycling 4 a Cure (Recycling4ACure.org) in Garden City ■ The Long Island League to Abolish Cancer (LILeagueToAbolishCancer.org) in Old Bethpage ■ The Rockville Centre Breast Cancer Coalition (RVCBCC.org) ■ Cure Cancer With Music (CureCancerWithMusic.org) in Freeport ■ Israel Children’s Cancer Foundation (IsraelCancer.org) in Lawrence ■ Hewlett House (Hewlett-House.org) in Hewlett And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Giving life is not something we should focus on for just one month of the year. It should always be in the back of our minds, so we can continue making a difference. And continue until we finally defeat cancer once and for all.

letters What McCarthy did wasn’t grounds for removal To the Editor: Re Peter King’s column last week, “What happened in the House will damage Congress”: The American people will also be damaged, because, more and more, the majority of us want both parties to work together. Our self-serving representatives have their own agenda, and it isn’t what we want. Mr. King wrote that former Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s talents and abilities would be sorely missed. I watched the press conference that he held, and did not hear anything that warranted his removal. When working for the American people, and working across the aisle with Democrats, are grounds for dismissal, then the two-party system we are stuck with has outlived its usefulness. If we truly were to drain the swamp of our corrupt leadership in government, our nation’s aging sewer systems couldn’t handle the overflow. If there was ever a need for a third party, it is now. TONY GIAMETTA Oceanside

We Stand With iSrael

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unequivocally condemn the horrifying and despicable terrorist attacks launched by Hamas on innocent Israeli civilians on Oct. 7. I am overwhelmed with admiration for the bravery displayed by my cousins currently serving on reserve duty in Israel. And I am praying for the continued safety of my grandmother and aunts and uncles, who are sheltering in place. On a personal level, I am so grateful for your continued prayers for the safety of my extended family. As the proud JosHUA grandson of my late Grandfather LAFAZAn Boris, a Holocaust refugee, and as person of Jewish faith, I have struggled to articulate the depths of the devastation I am feeling. But as an elected official, I write with a responsibility to speak with absolute

clarity during this difficult time. Though the war is thousands of miles away, our work locally is so important at this moment. There are actions we need to take here in our county, including the following: ■ Continuing to work in partnership with the Nassau County Police Department to increase the frequency of patrols and the number of police guarding our houses of worship and neighborhoods; ■ Upholding the law I cosponsored to ban companies who support BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions) from earning government contracts;

To the Editor: Re “Rallying for public power, but PSEG pushes back,” by Charles Shaw (Oct. 5-11): As the “Reimagine LIPA” campaign affirms, simply municipalizing the utility — making the Long Island Power Authority completely public — will save Long Island ratepayers money. In addition, other actions would further lower electricity rates as restructuring proceeds: Borrowing by the authority should be curtailed, and payments in lieu of taxes, and taxes themselves, should be sunsetted by the Legislature. There should be a legislative mandate to move LIPA toward obtaining a nonprofit power supply, no longer forced to pay a premium for purchasing from for-profit power suppliers like National Grid. In addition — and this can begin now — LIPA should act on behalf of its customers and take on the fossil fuel industry directly, by initiating a climate lawsuit against Exxon-Mobil, Shell, Chevron, BP and their trade organizations. Fossil fuel companies, like the tobacco companies, have known for over 50 years that their products were dangerous. They knew they were damaging the environment, causing global warming, and negatively affecting people’s health. This information was covered up, and propaganda denied fossil fuels’ negative impacts. The companies have deliberately spread messaging that denies the reality of human-induced climate change. The behavior of the industry amounts to consumer fraud.

The sheer barbarism of the Hamas attack is hard to fathom. It is gutwrenching and almost inconceivable to think that these terrorists kidnapped, raped and tortured women. They beheaded dozens of babies. They captured wheelchairbound senior citizens. And we continue to discover more Israeli deaths at the hands of unspeakable terror. As difficult as it is, we cannot look away. It’s right now, in this moment, that the world must stand united in its categorical belief that these crimes against humanity must lead to the final elimination of Hamas and its abominable reign of terror from this Earth. It is with a heavy heart that I recall conversations with my late Grandfather

s difficult as it is, we cannot look away. The world must stand united.

■ Ensuring that we, as a county, fully abide by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s working definition of anti-Semitism, which we adopted in 2021; ■ Working in tandem with Long Island

Letters We need to take LIPA public

nonprofits to fulfill supply drives and shipments of products to Israel for soldiers and citizens.

Boris, because he would remind me consistently to promise him I would always remember two very important words: Never. Again. Though he is no longer with us, I wish I could respond to him: “Never again” is right now. And so in his memory, I declare: To our friends of all different faiths and backgrounds who have spoken out to support Israel: We are grateful for your solidarity. To those institutions, nations and individuals who have chosen to equivocate in this moment: We will remember with disgust your silence. And to those terrorist, inhuman savages in Hamas who perpetrated these atrocities: We, the Jewish people, a people who have overcome adversity for thousands of years, will eradicate you from the face of the Earth. May God bless and protect Israel, and may God continue to bless the United States of America. Joshua Lafazan represents Nassau County’s 18th Legislative District.

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LIPA claimed over $70 million in “resiliency” spending in 2023, improving infrastructure to address climate change threats — e.g., elevating substations and re-engineering circuits to better handle outages. LIPA estimates that as of this year, it has spent more than $930 million on “stor m hardening,” to combat increasingly damaging impacts of severe and chaotic weather events linked to climate change, due largely to fossil fuels. LIPA and its ratepayers deserve redress and compensation from the fossil fuel industry for these costs. LIPA should join other plaintiffs around the nation and initiate a lawsuit to hold these companies accountable for the price we, the public, have had to pay. JIM BROWN Secretary, Green Party of Nassau County Island Park

At a rally and supply drive in Eisenhower Park — East Meadow

New Yorkers with spina bifida are left out To the Editor: I am writing both as a New Yorker and as someone who has lived with spina bifida for as long as I can remember. New York is a diverse, progressive state, celebrated for its commitment to equality and inclusivity. Yet it’s time we address a significant oversight: the omission of spina bifida from the official definition of developmental disabilities. Spina bifida is a neural tube defect that affects the spine and can lead to lifelong challenges. It impacts mobility, can cause severe health issues, and often

involves surg eries and therapies throughout one’s life. By recognizing the disorder as a developmental disability, New York can take a crucial step toward ensuring that those of us who live with it have access to the support and services we require. This change isn’t just about words on paper; it’s about acknowledging the unique hurdles we face daily. It’s about ending the isolation and ignorance that often shroud spina bifida. It’s about reducing the stigma and misconceptions that have held us back for far too long. By revising the definition of developmental disabilities to include the disorder,

New York can help foster understanding and empathy within our communities. It can also pave the way for increased funding and research, leading to better treatment options and improved outcomes for those living with spina bifida. New York has always been a trailblazer in the fight for civil rights and inclusivity. Let’s continue this legacy by adding spina bifida to the definition of developmental disabilities, demonstrating our commitment to supporting all of our residents, regardless of their abilities. KATHLEEN WATT Spina Bifida Association of New York State

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