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Rabbi receives written threat Note assails spiritual leader who took stand on 5TJT news photo the first Orthodox synagogue in Nassau County, was one of two synagogues in the Five Towns A lengthy, threatening note that sent letters to the Five slipped into a package of Five Towns Jewish Times asking that Towns Jewish Times newspa- the weekly Orthodox Jewish pers that were left newspaper not be on the doorstep of delivered to their Rabbi Kenneth shuls. Hain’s Lawrence Hain, Rabbi Avi home last Friday Miller, synagogue attacked him after President Bar ry Hain, a prominent Gurvitvch and spiritual leader, Board Chair man took a stand against Alan Heller signed a news photo that a letter complainthe outlet recently ing that the paper’s published on its front-page photo of front page. Jedwab striking a The photo pose on Capitol Hill s h o w e d a F iv e was “irresponsible Towns dentist, Dr. and reflects a disreG i l a J e d w a b , JEwiSH gard of our commuappearing to cele- AlliANCE FoR nity’s values.” Jedbrate in front of the wab claimed the diAlogUE ANd U.S. Capitol on Jan. photo was taken 6 a f t e r a m o b ENgAgEmENt before the riot stormed the buildbegan, but Trump ing, overrunning supporters can be police barricades. seen on the inauguThe note writer ration bleachers called the rabbi anti-American, behind her. claimed that Hain protects peoHain declined to comment. ple “who have spewed hatred Young Israel of Woodmere, towards all Jews, including your- the largest Orthodox Jewish conself,” and called for his resigna- gregation on the South Shore, tion as spiritual leader of Con- also sent a letter to the Five gregation Beth Sholom. The Lawrence congregation, Continued on page 8
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HEwlEtt FiREFigHtERS SAlUtEd the casket of former department Chief William Lahey at his funeral service on Jan. 11.
Former Hewlett Fire Dept. Chief William Lahey, 87, dies Was the patriarch of a firefighting family By mAttHEw FERREmi mferremi@liherald.com
Longtime Five Towns resident William Edward Lahey, the patriarch of the Lahey family, several of whom have served as firefighters in the Hewlett Fire Department over three generations, died on Jan. 9 at his home in Woodmere after what was
described as a prolonged illness. He was 87. Born March 28, 1934, in the Bronx to George and Helen Lahey, William, who was known as Bill, spent the majority of his life in the Five Towns. After joining the Hewlett F.D. in August 1963, he quickly ascended the ranks, serving as secretary, lieutenant and then captain
of Hook & Ladder Co 3. He became 3rd assistant chief in April 1969, and chief of department in April 1974. His tenure as chief lasted until 1976. Lahey also served as a commissioner of the Hewlett Bay Fire District for 16 years, from 1978 to 1993. He was district chairman five times. Continued on page 8
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HEwLEtt NEcK NativE and Pennsylvania Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar answered questions from the media on Election Night 2020.
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A Hewlett Neck native who lives in Pennsylvania and played a pivotal role in the 2020 presidential election has had a penchant for making herself at home in new places. As a young girl, Kathy Boockvar, 52, played in the Hewlett-Woodmere Little League along with her cousin Liza Boockvar and her two younger twin brothers, Danny and John. The oldest sibling is Kenny. “Playing Little League on the boys’ team, it definitely got me started being a woman,” Boockvar said during a Zoom interview. “I have to give my dad and mom credit, I grew up with three brothers and no sisters, and they always treated me exactly the same.” Virginia “Ginger” is the mother and William, along with his brother Alan coached some of those teams. William was a local ophthalmologist who served as the eye doctor to many of Kathy’s friends. He died in 2009. The brothers, Danny and John, told the identical story in separate interviews about their mischievous sister. The night Kathy, either a high school junior or senior, came home then snuck out of the house to meet friends. She climbed down a thorny holly tree and according to Danny caught holy hell from their parents. So when the twin brothers three years younger did the same thing, a few years later, they left a note so mom and dad would not worry. Former fellow Hewlett High bandmate Caasi Glass Gelfond remembers Boockvar as being “super intelligent” and a “genuinely nice person.” “One thing I vividly remember is she came to my [high school] graduation party and brought the best gift ever,” Gelfond said, recalling the utility bucket with hand soap, shampoo, nuts and bolts, screws, hammer and screwdriver that she used dorming at SUNY Oneonta.
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Boockvar, Hewlett High class of 1986, attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and in her words “fell in love” with the Keystone state and has lived there for roughly 27 years. Boockvar graduated with a law degree from American University's Washington College of Law in 1993. “One of the things I loved in college is that you can literally walk the entire city in one day,” Boockvar said about Philadelphia, calling it “a city of neighborhoods.” “What nobody realizes about Pennsylvania are these gorgeous rural areas across the state that people who live in the urban areas don’t even know exist.” She highlighted what is called Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon in Tioga County in the north central section of the Commonwealth as one of those places. Boockvar worked for Northern Pennsylvania Legal Services, a client-centered organization that provides legal services for low income and victims of domestic violence as her first job, then Lehigh Valley Legal Services. Her and husband, Jordan Yeager, then established a law practice. They have a daughter, Colette. In 2008, Advancement Project, a nonprofit organization, hired Boockvar to do
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tHE HEwLEtt-woodmERE LittLE League A’s team circa 1980 or ’81. Kathy Boockvar was 11 or 12. Standing in the back are her father, William, left, and her uncle Alan Boockvar. statewide voting rights work. For three years she traveled across Pennsylvania educating voters on their voting rights. That opened the door to her present job as Secretary of the Commonwealth for Pennsylvania, where she oversaw the vote recount in one of the most heavily contested presidential elections in the nation’s history. “I didn’t sue anybody in that job,” she said. “I spent a lot of time sitting with election administrators, election directors at the county level. Sort of ironically I ended up doing a lot of that working with the Department of State. Four years later the Democrats drafted her to run for Congress. Though Boockvar lost she said she enjoyed the experience and learned much about herself. “I love broad scale complex jobs and organizations, I love having a million balls in the air. Working on policy, working on communication, working on legislative priorities. A lot of different things all directed towards a purpose for the common good.”
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So when Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf asked her to be Secretary in 2019, she took the appointed post obviously not knowing that the quadruple whammy of the state enacting a major overhaul of its electoral process in 2019, a global pandemic, civil unrest and the most contested presidential election in the country’s history would collide last year. “About two and half years ago we mandated that all the counties update their voting systems,” Boockvar said, noting the counties added a verifiable paper voting system, permitted anyone to vote by mail with many other changes, the most for Pennsylvania in 80 years. “If it wasn’t for the strength of those county election officials, the state folks and all our partners in election security and preparedness, it would not have been nearly successful.” She said that 800,000 more Pennsylvania residents voted in the 2020 presidential election than ever voted in any election in the state. The state’s work stood
the test of multiple recounts and lawsuits. For that Boockvar credits all the government levels and her team, including her deputy Jonathan Marks, who she said is one of the top people in the state on electoral issues and her communications director Wanda Murren. Her calm in the storm approach to the election maelstrom has been a part of her since Boockvar was a young girl playing Little League baseball with and against boys. “A lot of the credit has to go to my parents,” John Boockvar said. “It wasn’t a big deal for a girl to be on the baseball team. Our mother was an athlete. I remember boys being scared of the hard ball hitting them. My sister never ducked from a ball that was high and tight.” It is in his sister’s DNA to be “unflappable” Danny Boockvar said. “She’s been cleaning up boys’ messes since 1980-something,” he said, “it’s a muscle built early through playing sports and her legal training, factbased, not to be distracted by disinformation.” More than 20 years ago there was also a controversial presidential election that focused on the state of Florida that produced one documentary and one docu-drama. Should documentarians come calling what will Boockvar say in recalling her role that helped confirm that President Joe Biden did win the presidency. “There’s so many ways this was unprecedented,” she said, later noting the Capitol Hill insurrection on Jan. 6. “Some good, some bad. And I hope what the documentaries end up saying and the stories they end up writing, once we have the benefit of looking back for example, the disinformation that has been one of the lows, the lies that have been deliberately spread to undermine people’s faith in our democratic process, I hope that we’ve hit the bottom on that and that we build from here.”
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A few of Ed Farrell’s famous quotations
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He learned to love sports from a grandparent, he learned to love a spouse after recovering from a car accident and he spread his love of sports by coaching and constantly teaching players how to shoot a basketball or hit a baseball or softball, no matter their age. Edward Aloysius Farrell who grew up in Brooklyn and Far Rockaway, went to college in Washington, D.C., and lived in Virginia, Valley Stream, Malverne and San Antonio died on Jan. 2. He was 81. Born March 13, 1939 in Brooklyn, he was the first son of Edward and Marian Farrell and one of 14 children. As a youngster his maternal grandfather, Jacob Haugh, took Farrell to many baseball games that nurtured his love for that sport, said Susan Farrell, née Burney, who was married to Farrell for 55 years. He never lost his love for baseball as he became a legendary softball player on the South Shore known as “The Ledge” short for legend. When Farrell’s family moved to Far Rockaway, he found that basketball was the dominant sport and began playing with enough skill to earn a hoops scholarship to The George Washington University after graduating from Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in Brooklyn. At GW, Farrell was hospitalized after a vehicular accident. “I went with a friend to visit him in the hospital and we started dating after he got better,” Susan said. On Aug. 28, 1965 in Arlington, Va., the couple was married. The family moved north in 1969, when Farrell secured a job teaching physical education and health and coaching at Lawrence Junior High School, which he did for 30 years. He coached other sports but his legendary status sprouted from coaching the boys’ basketball team amassing a career record of 318-63 that included a 57-game winning streak. During those years Farrell became known not only for the victories but for his constant use of uplifting quips that fostered a positive impact on his players. Robert Webb met Farrell in the 1980s playing in the Valley Stream-based Claude Charles Memorial Softball League. “I’ll always remember his willingness to help people, teach people, he volunteered his time with younger players to make them better basketball players,” Webb said, adding that Farrell was “one of the league’s premier players for many, many years,” hitting in the three spot, playing third base and hitting with power and for average akin to Hall of Fame baseball player Ted Williams. Webb said he still has the batting tip sheet that Farrell gave the players on his softball team many years ago. He last played softball with Farrell at Bay Park in 2015. Webb supplied three of Farrell’s famous sayings (see Ed Farrell’s famous quotations).
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Ed ‘thE lEdgE’ Farrell was considered a caring coach who taught his players of all ages how to play well and do it with respect. “He was a very fine individual, very competitive, very kind to other people,” said Darius “Big Daddy” Burton, who played softball with Farrell and was a fellow gym teacher and coach at Lawrence Junior High. Burton’s nickname is a compliment to his power hitting on the softball field. After retiring from Lawrence in 2000, Farrell did not stop working as he taught physical education classes at Molloy College. “I love teaching at Molloy College because it is a caring community,” he wrote on the school’s website. “Everyone around you shows respect to each other.” A video of him making a backwards halfcourt shot at 72 is on the Molloy site. “He would take kids and bring them into the Molloy summer program and work with them,” said Bob Houlihan, a former athletic director and vice president of student affairs at Molloy who knew Farrell for more than 20 years. “He would take kids at Valley Stream Park behind
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A member of the Memphis 13 highlighted a virtual Zoom event on Martin Luther King Jr. Day hosted by the newly established CommUnity Coalition of the Five Towns, Valley Stream and the Rockaways on Monday. Dwania Kyles was one of the first 13 Black first-grade students to enroll in previously all-white schools in Memphis, Tennessee on Oct. 3, 1961. The students enrolled in Bruce, Gordon, Rozelle and Springdale elementary schools. “When I think back to that day, it was extremely traumatic to say the least,” Kyles said. “My father walked me up to the steps and he told me that he would never repeat some of the things he heard. I was too young and didn’t hear the words.” Kyles said that her father who was a local pastor at a Memphis church had a friendship with King who was scheduled to have dinner at their home the night he was assassinated on April 4, 1968. “As a 12-year-old, I never experienced such a high and a low like I did that day,” she said. “I remember being so excited that day and then his brother came to our house that night to break the news to us.” The CommUnity Coalition was founded in response to the nationwide unrest caused by the police shootings of Black people nationwide. Alongside Kyles, the panel included: Lawrence School District Superintendent Dr. Ann Pedersen, Rabbi
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Library, Sheila Taub presents a Zoom lecture on modern Shanghai the most populous urban area in China and the second most populous city proper in the world..
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library All-day online Miss Dara Sings, children’s program. Access online at https://www.youtube.com/ playlist?list=PLqGQ5EQ2iUdiVl_ yGsM6Mr0vuX2EKcyw2
Reclamation District At 5 p.m., the Greater Atlantic Beach Water Reclamation District meets via a telephone conference because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Peninsula Public Library The listed online programs are free and open to the public. Advance registration is required. Register by calling (516) 239-3262, or go to the Eventkeeper calendar on the PPL’s website: https:// www.peninsulapublic.org/ An email with login details will be sent before each program. Email Program Coordinator Janet Schneider, Program at jschneider@peninsulapublic.org for more information.
Wednesday, Jan. 27 Gentle Yoga At 11 a.m., through Peninsula Public Library, the last session of a series on gentle yoga for joints. Instructor Paulette Silber will focus on therapeutic stretches which do not involve holding postures or sitting on mats. Use of a chair is optional.
Stress Express Get off the stress express with mindfulness. Join our meditation teacher, Patricia Orshan for practices/techniques to calm and enhance manage emotions and relationships in these challenging times. Contact Gural JCC Cultural Arts and Education Director Rachayle Deutsch for next session at rachayle. deutsch@guraljcc.org or (516) 5696733 x 222.
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Tee-rific Day of Service To honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. the Marion & Aaron Gural JCC had a MLK Day of Service with Tee-rific Food Filled Tee Totes, where students and JCC volunteers made 360 reusable Tee-Shirt Totes, imprinted with a King quote, filled with nutritious food items delivered by JCC to six locations. Above from left were Yolanda Robano-Gross, Susan Sachs, Laurie Stone Brofsky, and Aaron Minzer.
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At 2 p.m., through Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, upper body yoga an meditation with Lisa Zimmerman. Join Zoom meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/85843208102?pwd=WEc1ZkY3V E4zUU1uU1dGV1pJWDNFdz09.
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Thursday, Jan. 21 Beginning Canasta At 1 p.m., through PPL, the last of three classes to learn the basics of canasta with instructor Ann Seligson. Players will need two decks of playing cards.
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Monday, Jan. 25 At 6:30 p.m., through Peninsula Public Library, professor Val Franco introduces the showing of “The Museum” an award-winning is an Israeli documentary film which explores the Israeli soul through the galleries, storerooms and visitors of the Israel Museum on Zoom.
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At 4 p.m., through PPL, instructor Andrea Wool leads the last session of a zumba series. A workout where participants dance to Latin and international music.
Sanitary District 1 is experiencing staffing shortages because of the pandemic. Please delay putting out trash and items for special pick up until Jan. 31. If a pickup is needed call (516) 2395600. Hewlett resident Sophie Cohen, class of 2021 was named to Bucknell University’s fall semester
enjoy a lively conversation. At 11 a.m., through Peninsula Public Library.
At 7 p.m., the Gural JCC has Sun Rose Yoga with Michelle on Zoom. A relaxing evening of stretching, balancing, yoga poses, breathing exercises and guided meditation. No experience needed. Go to https://bit.ly/2KuwIuN to register.
From 9 to 10 a.m., a weekly JCC group offering a Zoom support group designed to provide empathy, compassion and coping strategies to those who have been diagnosed and survived the trauma of Covid-19. Pre-registration is required. Contact (516) 569-6733 x210 or Lisa.barnett@guraljcc.org.
Tai chi At 11 a.m., through Peninsula Public Library, the final class of a tai chi series with Linda Cafiero. Improve posture, balance and focus with the gentle and intentional movements of tai chi.
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dean’s list. Student must earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher for this honor. Jeanette Richetti, of Cedarhurst, a health care management major at SUNY Canton earned parttime honors in the fall 2020 semester. Students who take 6 to 11 credits must attain a 3.6 GPA or higher.
At noon, through Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, Stanislao Pugliese presents the Great Decisions series on Zoom, join meeting at https:// us02web.zoom.us/j/84391298385?p wd=MFEwQkxZb2RSd1VqdDNWa3hYS EZOUT09
Hail Caesar At 1 p.m., through Peninsula Public Library, John Kendrick presents a Zoom lecture on comedic icon Sid Caesar, who anchored a team of performers and writers who would shape American comedy on stage and screen for decades to come.
HWPL Readers At 2 p.m., the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library Readers discuss “Monogamy” by Sue Miller, Join Zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom. us/j/86954048727
Thursday, Jan. 28 Meditation At 4 p.m., through Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, Lisa Wisel leads a meditation session on Zoom. Join at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8769311 8418?pwd=dmJvVGFiYy9HMnVHTjJZR2 wzOUd3UT09
Hewlett Neck village holds a meeting on Jan. 25 at 8 p.m., on Zoom. Contact Village Hall at (516) 295-1400 or villages3@optimum.net for the link. Woodmere Academy graduate Dr. David Kessler was chosen to be President Joe Biden’s chief science officer for the vaccine drive to stop the spread of coronavirus.
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Rabbi assailed for stance on photo continued from front page that the paper not be delivered, for the same reason. “We strongly object to your posting of Gila Jedwab with her arms extended in a welcoming fashion during the despicable event in front of the nation’s capital together with all its negative ramifications,” read Young Israel’s letter, which was signed by its board president, Stuart Wagner. No one representing Young Israel responded to a call and email requesting comment. The threatening note that Hain received also mentioned Five Towns Jewish Times Publisher Larry Gordon’s apology for publishing the photo and called Congregation Beth Sholom’s letter an attempt to ruin Gordon’s paper and livelihood. Although there was opposition in his newsroom to publishing the photo of Jedwab, Gordon told the Herald, “It was made on deadline and it was breaking news. We had no idea of any type of violence, and we have had a steady diet of protests. In print, which is primitive communication these days, overnight you could report ‘Dewey defeats Truman’ and it becomes a collector’s item. In hindsight and clearly knowing how sensitive it was, I wouldn’t run it.” The “Dewey Defeats Truman” headline appeared on the front page of the Chicago Daily Tribune on Nov. 3, 1948, the day after incumbent President Harry S. Truman actually
won the election. Jedwab’s pro-Trump columns in the Five Towns Jewish Times ignited a flurry of angry letters from some of its readers. Gordon said she was a guest columnist who wrote 10 or so columns. “She doesn’t work for us,” he said. “That’s over for now. She said everything.” Rebbetzin Nancy Hain, Hain’s wife, reported the threatening note to the Jewish Alliance for Dialogue and Engagement, a group that communicates with 130 members on Whatsapp. “We will secure the photo and other info sent to the local Rabbi to give [to] police for follow up investigation,” Nancy Hain posted. “Will let you know when/if there is more. Thanks for the support & good wishes. This is being taken very seriously by the Shul, its security & us.” JADE group members later posted, “The Hain family knows who delivered the package on Friday and it is being addressed internally.” Amy Mosery, who helped create JADE, said the group condemns the threats made against Hain and was founded with the idea that political and social discourse should be civil. On Saturday a JADE member posted: “The Hain family would like to thank everyone who has reached out to them to show their support. There has been a tremendous outpouring from the community and the family is trying to make their way through all of them.”
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Hewlett F.D.’s firefighting patriarch is remembered continued from front page The Hewlett department posted a tribute to Lahey on its Facebook page on Jan. 9. “Affectionately known as ‘Big Bill’ by department members, he was respected by the entire Hewlett Fire Department,” the post read. “Until his passing, he was looked upon for advice, guidance and exemplified leadership.” Bill’s son, Steven, joined the department as well, followed by his grandsons, Ethan and Stephen, all of whom are exchiefs. “No way,” Bill said in 2014 when asked if he thought so many of his family members would get involved in fighting fires. “I started that first year, was very active and it started to bloom. The kids started, got involved and it kept progressing.” Steven, who became a Hewlett firefighter in 1976 and was a truck lieutenant and captain, president, deputy chief and chief, said that his father was always a familyminded man. “Throughout his life, he always put family and community first,” he said. “Over the years, he has instilled those values in all of his loved ones.” Ethan Lahey, a former chief who joined the department in 1998, said that
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A 2014 photo of the extended Lahey family includes three generations of firefighters. At far left is Ethan, sixth from left is Stephen, next to him is Bill and third from right is Steve. his grandfather was always in the firehouse, even in recent years. “Up until when the firehouse shut down because of Covid in March, he was there every day,” Ethan said. “He was still lending a help-
ing hand, overseeing the younger generations just to ensure that they were doing things properly.” Ethan said that he spent much time in the firehouse as a kid because of his
grandfather. “For my brothers and I, we grew up in the firehouse watching my father and grandfather working on the truck was great,” he said. “I remember as a kid, sitting on the front of the fire truck and eating breakfast.” When his grandfather wasn’t in the firehouse, Ethan said, he liked to travel and spend time with his family. “My grandparents would travel the world and the country,” he said. “We always had family dinners together, and he made sure he would always come to everyone’s sporting events. He didn’t miss anything.” Predeceased by his wife of 49 years, Barbara, in 2005, and their daughter Mary Ruth Goolsby, Lahey is survived by two sisters, Grace Karcz and Ruth Araujo; his children, Susan and Steven; seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Perry Funeral Home in Lynbrook on Jan. 11 and 12. He was interred at the Greenfield Cemetery in Hempstead. “He was a larger-than-life individual,” Ethan said. “He started the trend for our family by bringing us into the fire service. We wouldn’t have become what we are without him.”
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sions provided students with the ability to learn for the sake of learning and gain new insights and perspectives, without the pressure of tests or assignments. HAFTR students demonstrated their commitment to chesed (kindness) on Jan. 10, by spending hours volunteering with Kosher Response and the “Kosher Guru” Hewlett resident Gabriel Boxer at the Jewish Community Council of the Rockaway Peninsula food pantry. Students recognize the tremendous struggles faced by many in the community due to the Covid-19 lockdowns. Students packed more than 250 boxes of
non-perishable items for Holocaust survivors and families in the community facing food insecurity. Students sorted, packed, taped and loaded boxes onto a truck that were delivered to those in need the next day. It was rewarding for HAFTR students to help others in such a direct way. Wishing all HAFTR families a safe and stress-free winter vacation. We are hopeful everyone will abide by HAFTR’s postbreak quarantine and testing requirements so that HAFTR can continue to remain open for in-person learning. Enjoy!
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HAFTR High held its annual Yom Iyun, a day of scholarship and learning, virtually, on the fast day of Asara B’Tevet, Dec. 25. This day of remote learning gave students ample ability to observe the fast in the comfort of their homes, while simultaneously engaging in meaningful and stimulating learning. Teachers offered lessons on a wide range of topics including the future of humanity, introduction to Yiddish, stress-management, cooking, gratitude, and even lessons on scuba diving. Students attended sessions on topics that already interested them as well as subjects that were unfamiliar. These unique ses-
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As Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway High School wraps up first semester, students and faculty are so grateful to have been learning in person, uninterrupted. Thanks to HAFTR’s policies and HAFTR families’ adherence, the school has been so fortunate to stay open. This is truly a remarkable partnership, and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation. HAFTR celebrated Hanukkah joyously and safely ordana astour with many festivit i e s, i n cl u d i n g schoolwide roller skating (socially distanced, of course). Students were surprised Dec. 16 by announcing the commencement of the first-ever Grade Wars. Students competed in numerous activities, games, challenges and tasks throughout the day, including trivia competitions, crazy races, doughnut decorating, dreidel competitions, tests of Torah knowledge, chess, Jenga, bingo, and puzzles. Students also collaborated to create presentations including a creative video showcasing their HAFTR spirit, lessons of Torah, and Instagram accounts to document moments from each event. Students displayed outstanding achdut (unity), creativity, school spirit, engagement and sportsmanship throughout the day. Congratulations to the freshman class for winning HAFTR’s first Grade Wars.
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MSSN doctors offer Covid-19 vaccine updates By Mike SMollinS msmollins@liherald.com
Though it could take many months for the Covid-19 vaccine to reach the majority of people, a number of physicians remain optimistic about the progress made so far. “We hope we will have enough vaccine for everybody in the next few months — that’s months plural,” said Dr. Aaron Glatt, the Department of Medicine chairman and chief of infectious diseases at Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital in Oceanside. “Until then, people have to make sure they’re practicing how to stay safe and healthy.” Wearing a mask, Glatt appeared alongside MSSN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Adhi Sharma in a MSSN triage tent for a Jan. 14 Facebook Live session, at which the doctors updated the public about the vaccine and the latest on the coronavirus, as well as fielded viewers’ questions. They stressed that those seeking a vaccine should not call the hospital or show up and wait in line, but should check the state Department of Health’s website to set up appointments and get the latest news. The doctors urged patience for those who are eager to get a Covid-19 vaccine, but have been unable to so far, noting that New York state only gets 300,000 doses per week, and nearly 20 million people need to be inoculated. They added that those who get a certain vaccine for their first dose (either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) should receive the same type for their second, and they should be inoculated at the same facility each time. Glatt cautioned that the vaccine takes 10 days to take effect, and that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised people who cannot be vaccinated again in two weeks to get it as soon as they can, but should not restart the series if more than two weeks pass. The doctors also urged people not to act as though they are immune to the virus because they have been vaccinated,
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Dr. ADhi ShArMA, left, Mount Sinai South Nassau’s chief medical officer, and Dr. Aaron Glatt, the hospital’s Department of Medicine chair and chief of infectious diseases, gave an update on the coronavirus pandemic and the Covid-19 vaccine during a Jan. 13 Facebook Live session. Above, the doctors at an event before the pandemic started. even though the two vaccines have been shown to be more than 90 percent effective in clinical trials. Glatt said the science is not there yet to determine whether someone can be vaccinated and still be a Covid-19 carrier, so people should continue to wear masks after they have been inoculated. Research will determine the vaccines’ efficacy in time. As of Jan. 14, MSSN had more than 100 Covid-19 patients in the hospital and was offering rapid testing, vaccinating those who were qualified and treating non-Covid patients who were in separate units of the hospital. “We are certainly seeing a second surge relative to the holiday period from Thanksgiving to Christmas to New Year’s,” Glatt said. “It looks like there were a lot of events and people were exposed.” He added that doctors believed
key points Dr. Aaron Glatt and Dr. Adhi Sharma offered the following answers to frequently asked questions about the Covid-19 vaccine: ■ Those who are looking to get a Covid-19 vaccination at Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital should not call or show up to the hospital; they should visit the state Department of Health’s website to see availability. ■ Those who receive a certain vaccine for their first dose (either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) should get the same type for their second, and they should be inoculated at the same facility each time. ■ The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people
receive both doses within 14 days, but people who cannot should get their doses as soon as they can after the twoweek period. If two weeks pass, they should not restart the series by getting the first dose again. ■ There have been no issues found in pregnant women, those on blood thinners or anyone with allergies, though those with a history of allergic reactions to vaccines should exercise caution and inform the staff. ■ Tests are under way to see if the vaccine causes any issues for teenagers and children under 16. ■ Those who are vaccinated should wear masks and practice social distancing because they could still be carriers.
the number of cases would decline in the coming weeks as more people return to avoiding mass gatherings and continue to mask and social distance. Sharma said many Covid-19 patients were in critical care, and he lauded the hospital staff for its hard work. “Whatever we can do to stem this tide, we’re doing it,” he said. With many pregnant women hesitant to receive a vaccine, Glatt said it was more dangerous for them to risk getting
Covid-19 than to be inoculated, and there was no evidence of the vaccines being dangerous to pregnant women or causing infertility. He added that even though pregnant women were not included in the clinical trials to develop the vaccines, 12 people involved in them did become pregnant after and have shown no issues so far. The doctors also noted that the vaccines could be taken with blood thinners, and those with allergies can, for the most part, receive either of the two vaccines; however, people with a history of allergic reactions to vaccines should exercise caution. Studies are also underway to determine the vaccines’ effect on children and teenagers under 16 years old, they said. The vaccines have also been effective against the new strain of Covid-19, Glatt said, adding that even those who have had the virus should be vaccinated after waiting 90 days after recovering from the illness. Additionally, Glatt said, a person can get a Covid-19 vaccine and receive another inoculation, such as the shingles vaccine, but should separate the shots by two weeks. Glatt said that while the slow distribution of the coronavirus vaccine is frustrating, people should be patient and work together to end the virus. “We don’t control the flow of the vaccine,” he said. “It’s all federal and flows through the state, and each state has a different distribution plan. Everyone is working really hard. There’s no bad guy here. We’ve cleared out every dose of vaccine that we have. We’d love to have more, we’d love to give out more, but it’s coming.”
Representative Rice calls for Capitol metal detectors Following the recent deadly domestic terrorist attack on the U.S. Capitol, Rep. Kathleen Rice, a Democrat from Garden City, and Rep. Jared Huffman, a Democrat from California, sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and others, calling on congressional leaders to install magnetometers, or metal detectors, at the Capitol permanently. The letter, co-signed by 25 of Rice and Huffman’s colleagues, came after reports that congressional members were allegedly armed on the House floor on the day of the attack in what would be a violation of existing House rules. It also reiterated Huffman’s request to ban members from carrying firearms on Capitol grounds. “I want to thank Speaker Pelosi for installing magnetometers outside the House floor after [the recent] insurrection and for her announcement that members of Congress who refuse to use them could face hefty fines,” Rice said. “While there are already existing rules preventing firearms on the House
floor, it is apparent that several of my colleagues have no intention of respecting them. Requiring members to pass through magnetometers is a necessary security measure, and I believe this change must be made permanent to ensure the safety of all who work on the House floor.” “Threats of political violence are on the rise, even from within our own ranks. There is a long-standing rule preventing members from bringing guns to the House chambers, but it is becoming more and more clear that some of my colleagues choose to flout the rules,” Huffman said. “Requiring members to go through magnetometers before entering the House floor is a necessary change, and I believe this baseline, commonsense security measure should be made permanent. Members of Congress are not above the rules, and we should be held to the same standards as every other person that enters the Capitol.”
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By Gary Layton Freedom of choice has been a defining characteristic of the American experience since the country’s founding. Very little in life is as empowering as the ability to evaluate a number of possible choices, and to select the one that is uniquely suited for you. That includes education. Parents have the ability to select from a growing number of alternatives to public schools, including private, charter, and religious schools. Parents choose these schools to provide their children specialized religious instruction, to deliver more individual academic attention, and to help reinforce the value they live at home. Catholic schools succeed today because they are uniquely qualified to deliver all of these things, and parents get to select the Catholic school that best matches their needs. One of the highlights of Catholic education on Long Island is the variety of highquality Catholic elementary schools that fall within the busing limits that our taxpayerprovided buses support. Because even though you elect to enroll your children in a Catholic school, your public district is obligated to provide busing for your student(s) at no charge. The availability of busing plus the Diocese of Rockville Centre policy that gives all practicing Catholics on Long Island the ‘inparish’ discounted tuition price for whatever school they choose means that regardless of where you live, and regardless of which parish you belong to, a Catholic elementary education is an affordable option. For parishes with schools associated with them, the choice is often evident. Many choose to educate their children in the company of their ‘second family’, their faith family, right in their neighborhood parish. Others, particularly those who worship in parishes not associated with a school, make their choice by the combination of academic, social and spiritual support offered in the school community they choose. While each school in the Diocese of Rockville Centre shares a common State academic curriculum, and shares a religious curriculum determined by the Diocese, each school has a unique personality that is determined by a combination of its history, its staff, and to a greater extent, to the families that make up the school community. Catholic education is a journey in both education and faith, and like most journeys, the destination is important, but it is the
journey itself that needs to be memorable. Because it encompasses a block of time that is eight to ten years of your and your student’s life, and because the trajectory of a student’s life is partially determined by the company they keep, be mindful of who your fellow travelers are. I assure you that both you and your children will come away from the elementary school experience with friends who will be yours forever. During the journey they will provide academic and social support. The other parents will similarly sit across the kitchen table and be confused by ‘new math’, and they’ll be up late some nights helping to finish three-panel poster board projects. Their, and their children’s values will be shared with your children, you will serve on committees together, and you will get to experience the joys of First Holy Communion, Confirmation, and ultimately graduation together. Much of the strength of Catholic education, and the success you children will have will be the result of this supportive extended family. Finding families with shared values and similar high expectations for their children won’t be difficult because they are who make up the communities at every Catholic Elementary School. Ultimately, most parents make their decision based on their confidence in the principal who sets the tone and selects the staff, and in their confidence in the teachers who will spend more waking hours with your children than even you at times, but ultimately, most make the specific choice based on a ‘gut instinct’. The most common answers parents give when asked ‘Why this school?’ is that “It just felt right.” Or “The school felt like a warm hug from the first moment I walked in.” or similar intuitive feelings they had. Keep it in mind that the ‘feeling’ – the feeling of warmth and welcoming, is why your student will love their school, and why your student will grow to love learning. It is a love of learning that shapes a young person’s attitude towards school and towards life. A Catholic elementary education offers many advantages for the student, and for their families. Catholic Schools Week is a great time to explore whether a Catholic Elementary School is the right choice for your children. n Above photo: The value of learning blends with the learning of values.
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A Catholic Schools Week like none before Because Long Island’s Catholic schools make the safety of their current students and families the first priority, most schools have moved away from the large group celebration of Catholic education that has defined previous Open Houses. So how does a family looking for something better find a school this year? This year Long Island’s Catholic Elementary Schools are supporting the interests of aspiring families through a combination of virtual and in-person visiting opportunities. licatholicelementaryschools.org website: A visit to the central website for Long Island’s Catholic Elementary Schools provides general insight into the advantages of a Catholic education, identifies some of the key differences, and identifies how the schools are organized to serve students from Nursery School through Eighth Grade. There are maps and descriptions showing the locations and summary information on each school, and information on how to register and the financial aid available to support you. You’ll find links to each school’s website and directions to locate each school. School websites: Catholic Elementary Schools have websites that offer exceptional insights into each school community. On the school website you’ll read about the mission and vision of the school, ‘meet’ the Principal through letters and regular communications with parents, learn about how the school is organized to address the needs of Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle School students and learn about the various sports, clubs and extracurricular activities available. Class pages describe the
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educational focus at various levels and communicate the assignments and dayto-day activities. The school website will also provide insight into how parents can participate and support their child’s education. Look for the ‘I’m New’ tab on the school’s website. Virtual Video Tours: Many schools have worked to facilitate your needs during the pandemic by putting together virtual video tours to give you a look inside their facilities, to allow you to meet some of their key staff members, and to give you a sense of the esprit-de-corps of their community. Live Virtual Tours: During Catholic Schools Week, many schools will stage live online events to give you a chance to both see the facility and learn the academic, social and spiritual advantages the school offers. These sessions, lasting approximately 45 minutes will allow you to meet the principal, key staff members, and often parents from each community. The school will post the schedule of these events and allow you to select the time that works best for you. One-On-One Virtual Visits with the Principal: Your student(s) needs are unique, and some of the advantages of Catholic school are individualized attention and differentiated instruction to meet each child’s needs. You can schedule a one-on-one meeting with the principal of the school you select and be confident that your child(ren) will thrive in the environment. Individual Family or Small Group Tours: Some schools will offer visiting times when small group tours will be accommodated. These require an appointment. Tours will take place during scheduled windows when the school and the classrooms will be open, and when teachers and staff will be available to answer your questions. Often these are afternoons or weekends when the school is scheduled be deep cleaned prior to the students’ return. Faculty and staff place the continued safety and health of our current students and families above all else. While the way prospective families will review and interact with the schools has changed, the Catholic school difference of addressing the ‘whole child’, academically, socially and spiritually remains. Visit the school’s web site to schedule to visit virtually or in-person to see why a Catholic elementary education will help your student succeed in high school, in college, and in life. A Catholic education is an advantage that lasts a lifetime. Plan to learn more about the advantages of a Catholic elementary education this Catholic Schools Week. n
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‘Never missed a beat’ — Catholic schools shine during uncertain time Seamless move to remote learning in the spring supported students’ academic and spiritual journeys By Tina Dennelly “Is anyone fearful about the future of Catholic schools?” a parent pondered on the Parents of Long Island Catholic School Students Facebook page in spring 2020 shortly after the pandemic hit and the lockdown began. With some parents out of work or furloughed due to the coronavirus pandemic and Sunday contributions to parishes down because churches were closed, many wondered how the events would impact Catholic schools. But the agile response of Long Island Catholic schools to the pandemic and shift to remote learning has impressed current school families and caused new families to consider enrolling. While a few responded to the Facebook question that they were concerned, the more than 75 other commenters were wholeheartedly optimistic. “Not at all! [Our school] never missed a beat,” said one. “More pleased than ever with our investment in Catholic schools,” said another. And a third: “I cannot begin to tell you how impressed I am with what Catholic schools are doing during this.” Parents in the group whose children attend schools in the Diocese of Rockville Centre — from St. Martin of Tours in Amityville, Holy Trinity High School in Hicksville, and St. Dominic’s in Oyster Bay, to
name just some — said they were amazed at how quickly and how well the schools responded to the pandemic. “St. Aidan’s [in Williston Park] has done an impeccable job in implementing distance learning,” said parent Violeta Gromulska in a comment. “The teachers’ dedication is impressive. All my emails get answered, even [at] late hours of the night. The communication is phenomenal. Especially [Principal Julie] O’Connell’s weekly messages. All subjects have been addressed — gym, art, music, Spanish, religion, etc. The structure, planning and implementation has exceeded my expectations. “ Other parents in the group — several
of whom said they are public school teachers — noted that some Long Island public school districts took weeks to begin remote learning and struggled to keep students engaged in virtual classrooms. Long Island’s Catholic elementary schools worked to maintain the continuity of instruction and the normal social and spiritual structure of the students’ day with prayer, and other community activities. There’s that sense of family. I think that’s what is making parents realize the connection between faith and learning. Morning Star Initiative continues In January 2020, the Diocese of
Rockville Centre announced a long-term plan to strengthen, expand, support and revitalize its Catholic elementary schools (see morningstarinitiative.org). The Morning Star team in February began inperson visits to each of the 39 diocesan elementary schools to assess each school’s culture, identity and contributions. Despite the New York on PAUSE order that closed school buildings, the team remained busy — it helped launch the Curriculum Leads program, which allows teachers to pool resources and share expertise with other grade-level and subjectarea teachers from Catholic schools around the diocese, soon after remote instruction began in mid-March. “The pandemic may have changed the Morning Star Initiative’s trajectory and the landscape in which we were working,” said Brother Thomas Cleary, S.M., chief revitalization officer for the Morning Star Initiative, “but it has not dampened our commitment to strengthen the Catholic elementary school system one bit!” n
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most cases, students stayed in a single location and teachers rotated between classes to minimize contacts. Halls and stairways were identified as single direction routes within the building; and classrooms, auditoriums, cafeterias and even bathrooms were reimagined to maintain the appropriate social distance. In the classroom, desks were sepa-
rated, and clear Lexan dividers were placed on desks and tables where appropriate. Principals worked to establish a range of new procedures at each school that helped to assure student safety. Masks of course were mandatory, and students had planned ‘mask breaks’ built into their day in safe, distanced, outdoor spaces. Some schools
staggered start and end times. Many schools utilized different doors for different grades, and all schools test everyone entering the building to assure that they don’t have a fever. The range of activities in gym changed, and food began to be served in single-serving boxes or containers. As the new school year started, parents were given the option of having their children attend in-person or attend school virtually. While the overwhelming majority of families chose to send their children back to school, virtual students participate daily at every school. By utilizing a combination of physical changes to their facilities, and new policies and procedures to guide daily life, Long Island’s Catholic Elementary Schools opened in early September on schedule and have been operating as planned the entire academic year. The continuity of the children’s education has been maintained. The sanity and structure of students’ lives has been returned. Student-teacher relationships burn bright again, friends have been reunited and the children’s spiritual journeys continue. n
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In the mist of the conflicting information and uncertainty surrounding the pandemic that was prevalent during this past summer, the leadership team from the Morning Star Initiative and the Department of Education had to make some serious decisions. Catholic Elementary School students from across the island had been learning remotely since mid-March, and even though the schools were well prepared to take learning online again in the fall, the leadership team understood the educational and social ‘costs’ associated with isolating children for extended periods of time. Following a parent survey that indicated that a vast majority of the families of students across the diocese would support a return to classes, the team got to work. First, a consulting firm that specialized in risk mitigation and emergency operations planning was retained to help draw up a master re-opening plan. This plan, which is available at the DRVCSchools website, provided the master plan that each school would follow. Representatives from the emergency operations consulting firm subsequently visited each school to help each modify the elements of the plan to best suit each specific building layout and student population. One of the elements each plan included was the creation of cohorts of students who would learn together. In
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School is a Cognia accredited Catholic School providing academic excellence since 1992. We provide a faith-filled environment of prayer and sacramental preparation alongside a rigorous academic curriculum including art, technology, physical education, music, band and foreign language.
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Make your New Year’s resolutions stick By making goals realistic, there is a greater chance that you will keep them throughout the year, incorporating healthy behavior into your everyday life Lose weight? Check. Start exercising? Check. Drink less alcohol? Check. It can be daunting when your list of New Year’s resolutions is as long as your holiday shopping list. In addition to the post-holiday slump, not being able to keep your resolutions by February, March or even late January may increase your anxiety. When your holiday decorations are packed up and stored away, the frustration of an unused Fitbit or other reminders of failed resolutions can make the later winter months feel hopeless. However, it is important to remember that the New Year isn’t meant to serve as a catalyst for sweeping character changes. It is a time for people to reflect on their past year’s behavior and promise to make positive lifestyle changes. “Setting small, attainable goals throughout the year, instead of a singular, overwhelming goal on January 1 can help you reach whatever it is you strive for,” says psychologist Lynn Bufka, PhD. “Remember, it is not the extent of the change that matters, but rather the act of recognizing that lifestyle change is important and working toward it, one step at a time.” By making your resolutions realistic, there is a greater chance that you will keep them throughout the year, incorporating healthy behavior into your everyday life.
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Start small Make resolutions that you think you can keep. If, for example, your aim is to exercise more frequently, schedule three or four days a week for your workout instead of seven. If you would like to eat healthier, try replacing dessert with something else you enjoy, like fruit or yogurt, instead of seeing your diet as a form of punishment.
Change one behavior at a time Unhealthy behaviors develop over the course of time. Thus, replacing unhealthy behaviors with healthy ones requires time. Don’t get overwhelmed and think that you have to reassess everything in your life. Instead, work toward changing one thing at a time. Talk about it Share your experiences with family and friends. Consider joining a support group to reach your goals, such as an exercise class, whether virtual or in-person, or connect with others to achieve a common goal. Having someone to share your struggles and successes with makes your journey to a healthier lifestyle that much easier and less intimidating. Don’t beat yourself up Perfection is unattainable. Remember that minor missteps when reaching your goals are completely normal and OK. Don’t give up completely because you ate a brownie and broke your diet, or skipped your run for a week because you were busy. Everyone has ups and downs; resolve to recover from your mistakes and get back on track. Ask for support Accepting help from those who care about you and will listen strengthens your resilience and ability to manage stress caused by your resolution. If you feel overwhelmed or unable to meet your goals on your own, consider seeking professional help. Psychologists and therapists fully understand the connection between the mind and body. They can offer strategies as to how to adjust your goals so that they are attainable, as well as help you change unhealthy behaviors and address emotional issues. Courtesy American Psychological Association
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our health matters — now more than ever. We’ve struggled through an unprecedented time, which for many of us had a significant impact on our healthy lifestyle goals. We’ve sat in front of our computers on Zoom meetings, on the couch binge-watching TV and have turned to comfort foods for sustenance (often in front of the TV). After these many months of living in our bubbles, however, we’ve reached the point where it’s clearly time to get back to the habits that kept us healthy before these endless months of being at home. With the coronavirus pandemic still looming large, keep health and wellness at the forefront of 2021. Break Bad Pandemic Habits Although important in preventing the spread of Covid-19, the stay-at-home orders and social distancing didn’t do many favors for some of our healthy habits. In fact, it was common that many people reduced their physical activity and ordered take-out food for meals. While there’s no need to feel guilty about that, especially if those habits helped to get you through those challenging months, it’s time to reconsider those unhealthy habits that the pandemic created. Take a look at the habits you picked up during the pandemic. Decide if they’re hurting or helping your health. If unhealthy, focus on habits that reverse their impact for the new year. Move, Move, Move If you’ve dropped exercising, it’s time to get back to it. While you don’t necessarily need to go back to the gym yet, with Covid-19 still raging around us, find ways to get yourself moving and motivated. Follow online workout classes at home, and exercise outside while safely distancing yourself from others. Don’t overlook the benefits of merely walking. Brisk walking, even for just 10 minutes a day, can improve your circulation, boost your mood and improve your sleep. If you want to start walking more in 2021, try doing it in 10 minute chunks to make it less daunting. Remember, you can tell if you’re walking briskly enough if you’re able to talk, but you’re breathing faster than usual. Spend Less Time Sitting Down Many health/fitness professionals consider sitting to be the new smoking — the body wasn’t built for spending hours at a desk or in front of the TV. It increases your risks of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and breast, colon and colorectal cancer. Try the Pomodoro method to break up desk time: Set a timer to break each hour into two 25-minute blocks separated by two five-minute breaks. Work intently during the work periods and move about during the breaks. Use your breaks to stand up, do a quarter squat, do some rotations, or just go for a walk round the office. This technique can also boost your focus when you’re working.
Keep Up Cleanliness Habits As we continue battling coronavirus, personal hygiene and cleanliness are more important than ever. Thankfully, these habits will still have health benefits even after the pandemic is behind us. Certain practices such as washing your hands after visiting a store or wearing a mask in public when sick or in crowded places will slow the spread of other diseases and germs, such as the common cold or stomach bugs. Re-commit To Nutritious Meals Break that comfort food habit. Or at least eat less of it. Don’t t approach healthy eating as an upleasant chore. Make food more fun by challenging yourself to cook and eat something new every week. As well as vitamins and minerals, there are hundreds of micronutrients known as phytochemicals in food. Eating a wide variety of food is an easy way of ensuring we get a good nutritional mix. Also planning meals is an essential step in your healthy meal strategy. A focused food shopping list cuts calories and waste, and saves money, as you only buy what you need (and throw nothing away). Take the time to plan your meals, and write out a list before you goto the store. Focus On Your Mental Health 2020 had a lot of negative news. Pairing that with social distancing and the inability to visit loved ones: it’s impacted the mental health of people everywhere. Identifying mental health stressors and learning new ways to manage and deal with this stress is a great way to start the new year. Need actionable next steps? Consider these tips: Consider journaling. Writing down what you feel grateful for or items troubling you can help organize your thoughts and create a greater sense of control. Reach out to a professional. With many virtual options available, seeking advice from a therapist or psychologist is more accessible now than ever. If you’re struggling with your mental health, seeking professional help is often the best first step you can take. Make “de-stressing” part of your routine. The highs and lows of life are unavoidable. That’s why working stress management into your routine is one of the best mental health habits you can develop. Some options to consider include: prioritizing seven to eight hours of sleep each night (yes, that’s a stress management tool!), limiting screen-time, scheduling daily walks, planning regular conversations with loved ones, reading a book, or even making time for activities like puzzling or crafting that can take your mind off the worries of the day.
Above photo: Although the pandemic rages on, with the availability of the vaccine a better year is in sight. Commit to some essential health resolutions this year.
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Fortify mind and spirit for the coming year We’ve been through a lot this year. Whether you’re working from home for the foreseeable future or still have to go into the office, take a deep breath, take some time out, and get back to self-care principles. There’s no better self-care than focusing on your mental health. When you have control of your mind and the way you think, it helps the way you process the world and will bring wholeness to your life. Resolve to build strong mental health into the year 2021 and far beyond. Vow To Take Breaks and Time Off From Work You have to find balance in your life if you hope to have mental health. Sometimes you might overwork yourself and this makes stress build-up that usually leads to an unhealthy climax. Simply taking breaks and time off from the job can work wonders for your mental health. Aside from taking additional time off, just reclaiming your weekends can improve your mental health by leaps and bounds. Too many of us work stressful hours at work during the week, often carrying over into the weekend, or filling the weekend with loads of personal projects or errands that don’t give any time at all to decompress. Make sure that you actually allow yourself time to rest and recharge during the weekend, or your stresses will only keep compounding. Use your vacation time every year so that you can recharge your batteries. Even taking a small vacation to unwind can help you find a balance that is healthy and fortifying. Create A Daily Meditation Habit News of Covid-19 dominated headlines throughout 2020. The stresses of life and society will pile up and hurt you if you don’t take the time to decompress. Meditation is one of the best steps you can take to decompress and sharpen your focus. People who meditate are literally training their brains with each session. Meditation works your brain’s Reticular Activating System (RAS), which is responsible for your ability to notice patterns and trends. By accessing this part of your brain, it becomes easier to sort things out in your life rather than getting lost in the jumble and clutter that your brain naturally creates. The beauty is that the more you meditate, the more comfortable you with
the chaos that your brain naturally thrives in. This can help your decision making and feeling of safety and security. Having a meditation practice can help build your feeling of spiritual connectedness to something bigger than yourself. It’s great for the brain and can help stress melt away. Exercise A Little Bit At Least Every Day Scientists like Willem Boone have left groundbreaking research about the inherent connection between the mind and the body. What this means is that a healthy body creates a healthy mind just as much as a healthy mind can create a healthy body. Exercising on a regular basis can help you decrease stress in your life and soothe your body. You can take your mental health in hands simply by exercising several times per week. No matter what form of workout you prefer, elevating your heart rate and working up a serious sweat on a regular basis is therapeutic and nature’s medicine for your mind. Your brain produces feel good endorphins that act as mental medicine every single time you exercise. This allows you to be formidable against the many different changes that happened on a day today so weak bases. Your mind will work better when you’re constantly pumping up a sweat, you’ll feel better and have more energy. Learn To Let It Go There’s so much of life that we can’t control. Because of this, you need to have mastery over the things within your control. So where does that leave the things you can’t control? Let them go. Seriously. If you admittedly have no control over that potential outcome you’re stressing out over, submit to this fact, and vow now to worry about it. Trust yourself to be resilient no matter what life throws your way, as opposed to needlessly stressing yourself out over things that may never happen. Learning to let go is a way of life and something that you will have to revisit on a moment by moment basis. When you give yourself the grace and freedom to not stress over these sorts of matters, you’ll learn to appreciate the little things and live lighter. Above photo: Your quality of life will improve when you learn to master your mind.
Get good sleep Rest up for a healthy body and mind If 2020 gave you sleepless nights, let 2021 be the year you take back control of your health and sleep patterns. Being sleep deprived can negatively affect your mental and physical health. It can even make you prone to major illnesses, from obesity to depression. Reducing screen time before bed, sleeping in a cool room, and going to bed at the same time each evening all help with a good night’s rest. Apps can also help you pinpoint any issues and help you to improve your sleep. On average, most adults need around seen to eight hours of sleep per night, but as we get older, our sleep patterns change and we tend to get less and less. On the other hand, if you have a history of sleeping too much, try to limit your time in bed to seven to nine hours a night. Too much of a good thing can be bad, even when it comes to sleep. It could be easy to find yourself slipping into a bad sleeping routine if you are among the many now working from home, but making simple changes could have a huge impact on the quality of your sleep. Try to keep a regular sleeping schedule Wherever possible, aim to go to bed and get up at the same time every day (even on your weekends or days off). The consistency will help to program your internal body clock and get it used to a routine. An irregular schedule can cause drowsiness and mood swings, as well as concentration and memory problems. There is also evidence that suggests those who have a disjointed sleeping pattern are more susceptible to weight gain.
If you are constantly changing the time you go to bed and wake up, your body is unable to adjust to a set schedule. Minimize stress and worry before sleep Feeling worried or stressed can often be a key reason for getting a bad night’s sleep. Relaxation techniques such as meditation can also help you feel calm before you settle down for the night. Take some time out to wind down before you go to bed. Activities, like reading or taking a warm bath, can help you separate your sleeptime from what’s been going on during the day. Relaxation music is also a great way to minimize stress before bed and there are also a number of apps designed to help with sleep, however it is important to consider that it is recommended that use of smartphones and tablets is minimized an hour before bed. Break your screen habit We know it’s not easy to break your pre-bed Netflix or social media habit, but health professionals highly recommend making it one of your 2021 resolutions. The blue light emitted from your device interferes with melatonin production, which your body needs to prepare for sleep. Optimize your sleeping environment Ensure your bedroom is the perfect place to get a good night’s sleep! First, make sure your room isn’t too hot or too cold. The perfect temperature for sleep is 65° F. Avoid bedding and sleepwear that don’t allow your skin to breathe. Some people find that bathing or showering
before bed is also helpful. The room should be free from any noise that can disturb your sleep — if this is not possible consider purchasing some earplugs to block out any potentially disruptive sounds. Finally, your room should also be free from light — blackout curtains or eye masks may be able to help if your room is too light. According to sleep experts, you should be getting yourself a new mattress every seven years or so. That means you’ll be spending around 20,000 hours lying on it — so it’s well worth making sure you buy one that suits you. Research indicates that sleeping in a bad bed is the equivalent of getting an hour’s less sleep every night. Stop snoozing Hitting the snooze button may feel good in the moment, but the adverse effects it can have don’t. If you wake up and then snooze for 15 minutes, you start a new sleep cycle and then wake up without completing it. If you wake up
feeling tired each morning, but you have a habit of snoozing, this could be the reason why. It will take you longer to feel awake even if your eyes are open when you wake up midsleep cycle. Try to make it a habit in 2021 to get up when your first alarm goes off. If this is difficult, put your alarm on the other side of the room, so you need to get up to switch it off. Avoid eating big meals or sugary snacks before bed If you have a big meal right before you go to bed it can take your body a while to digest it, meaning it may be difficult to get to sleep. A general rule to follow is to finish eating at least two to three hours before you intend to go to bed, particularly if you are eating heavy or sugary foods which may keep you awake longer. Above photo: Is improving the quality of your sleep on your New Year’s resolutions list? If not, add it to your top five. Sleep is a pillar of health and wellbeing. It’s as essential as breathing,
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Shake up your wake up Be smart about breakfast to kickstart the new year minutes or look for options that are easy to eat on the go, such as this Triple Sorghum Granola, which can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container to maintain its crunchy texture. Triple Sorghum Granola 1 cup cooked sorghum (cooked according to package directions) 1/2 cup dry whole oats 1/2 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds) 1 cup slivered almonds 2 tablespoons sorghum syrup 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut chips 1/2 cup popped sorghum (popped according to whole grain package directions) Heat oven to 200 F. Spread sorghum on jelly roll pan. Place in oven 1 hour, turning every 15 minutes. Remove from oven and transfer to large mixing bowl. Stir in oats, pepitas and almonds. Raise oven temperature to 300 F. In 1-quart sauce pan, heat sorghum syrup and coconut oil until oil melts. Blend well. Pour liquid mixture over dry ingredients; stir to blend well. Spread evenly on jelly roll pan. Bake 30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes. Remove from oven and stir in cranberries, coconut chips and popped sorghum. Allow to cool. Break apart. Store in airtight container. Above photo: Sorghum is a gluten-free whole grain that is adaptable for use in a variety of recipes.
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As you look to the new year with plans for healthier habits, there’s no better place to start than the beginning — the beginning of each day, that is. Countless studies have shown the benefits of a nutritious breakfast as part of a healthy eating plan, and there are plenty of options to make a good-for-you breakfast that tastes great, too. Experts agree that there are numerous health benefits to breakfast. For example, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics credits breakfast with helping brain function and memory as well as preventing tiredness and overeating as the day wears on. Mayo Clinic staff adds that adults who eat breakfast are likely to consume more vitamins and minerals, and less fats and cholesterol. Wake up your morning routine with these tips for a healthier start to each day: Plan a well-rounded meal. Incorporate whole grains, like sorghum, lean protein, low-fat dairy and fruits and vegetables, for a nutrientrich meal that will keep you fueled and feeling full until lunch time. Experiment with new flavors.. Avoid burnout and boredom by trying new foods. For example, substitute your typical grain with sorghum. In addition to its delicious flavor, sorghum is a highly versatile ingredient that is naturally high in fiber, iron and protein and can be used in a wide range of preparations. Eliminate obstacles. If hectic mornings are preventing you from getting a healthy breakfast, find solutions that work for you and your family. Prepare make-ahead foods that you can heat in
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What you should know about neurostimulation to treat chronic pain What are the treatments for chronic pain? There are many treatments for chronic pain, including, but not limited to: Physical therapy and lifestyle modification, TENS, topical therapies, over the counter and prescription medication, and injections and nerve ablations.
s many as 50 million Americans have chronic pain. It interferes with their work, their activities of daily living, and almost every facet of their lives. Brian J. Snyder, M.D., is a partner and attending neurosurgeon with Neurological Surgery, P.C. (NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery), Rockville Centre, and a fellowship-trained, board certified expert in using neurostimulation to treat chronic pain, surgery for epilepsy, movement disorders, and refractory pain.
What options exist when nothing else works? Neuromodulation, or neurostimulation, is a group of procedures that involve placement of electrodes temporarily (an if successful), What causes chronic pain? permanently in the nervous system. These Chronic pain can have many causes. It can be treatment procedures interfere with the message Brian J. Snyder, M.D. caused by prior injury, medical disease, or prior for pain being sent to the brain. surgery. Some patients may have chronic pain These procedures include: spinal cord with no apparent cause. stimulation (SCS), dorsal roots ganglion stimulation (DRG), peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS), occipital nerve stimulation What are some of the types of chronic pain? (ONS), motor cortex stimulation (MCS), and deep brain stimulation • Low back pain (caused by arthritis, injury, etc.) – Some (DBS). patients with chronic low back pain may have had prior surgery and persist with that pain. If a patient had an unsuccessful trial or implant for • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS – formerly known as neurostimulation in the past, or has a device implanted that RSD) – Caused by nerve or tissue damage, sometimes very doesn’t work very well, are they a candidate for one of these benign in nature resulting in a severe pain syndrome. procedures? • Migraine and other headache/occipital neuralgia. Yes. The technology has advanced substantially in the last • Shingles (post-herpetic neuropathy). several years and there are new devices and new procedures that are allowing us to treat many new patients and to better treat
patients that have older systems. About Neurological Surgery, P.C. (NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery) Founded in Freeport in 1958, Neurological Surgery, P.C. (NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery) has grown to become one of the largest, private neurosurgical groups in the U.S. with seven conveniently located offices on Long Island, including offices in West Islip, Commack, Port Jefferson Station, and Riverhead. The practice’s experienced neurosurgeons and interventional neuroradiologists are experts in “Bloodless” brain and spine surgery, including laser spine surgery, endoscopic spine surgery, ultrasonic spine surgery, radiosurgery, and other advanced minimally invasive techniques which are used to treat brain tumors, brain aneurysms, trigeminal neuralgia, herniated disc, spinal stenosis, chronic back pain, and other conditions. Please visit www. nspc.com to learn more. To schedule an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Snyder, please call 516- 255-9031.
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Can winter weather affect your hearing? Winter can be hard on your ears and your hearing aids, but with preventive measures, it doesn’t have to be. Protect Your Hearing More than 31 million Americans ages 6 to 69 have noise-related hearing loss. Whether hunting or snowblowing, wear well-fitting earplugs, headphones, or even earmuffs. Stay Warm and Dry A hat, scarf, or set of earmuffs keeps the severe cold, wind, or moisture from causing problems such as exostosis, which can lead to ear blockage, infections, and hearing loss. Beware of Ear Infections A flu or cold increases chance of getting an ear infection, so get a flu vaccine and wash your hands regularly.
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Steps to successful retirement
oday’s retirees are looking for purpose. In fact, 55 percent of them said retirement is the time for a “a new chapter in life,” according to the 2020 Edward Jones/Age Wave Four Pillars of the New Retirement study. But to afford this new chapter, retirees need to be financially prepared. If you’re approaching retirement, how can you achieve this financial preparation? For one thing, you may need to prioritize your goals. You might want to travel the world, collect rare wines or fix up old houses, but time and money may force you to make some choices. You might also want to calculate if you can still afford to retire when you had initially planned. If you need to work longer, you can benefit by adding more money to your 401 (k) and IRA.
Finally, if giving back to your community is a key element of your purpose-driven life, you’ll need to budget how much you can give to charitable groups each year. It can be extremely rewarding to live your retirement purposefully but you’ll find it a lot easier to do when you make the right financial moves.
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Lawrence School District officials said that the State Education Department has allowed the kosher food distribution program that provides up to 21,000 households with food every Wednesday was extended another week, Jan. 20, while the SED awaits data from the school district. The program is a partnership between the Lawrence School District and Lawrence-based Elite Caterers. State Education Department officials said they have been asking for data and providing guidance and technical assistance to Lawrence over the past several months to help ensure that students who are learning in school daily have access to “healthy meals.” Department officials said they told the school district that they “must work with schools in the community, should they chose, to provide daily on-site meals during the school day.” Lawrence can provide medals to younger siblings of students as well weekend meals, SED officials added. Officials said that Lawrence, “has not sufficiently demonstrated that its grab and go operation meets the current requirements of providing unduplicated meals.” The school district needs to provide information to show that the
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ThE NEw YoRk State Education Department permitted the Lawrence schools kosher food distribution program to operate for at least one more week, while awaiting requested information. Elite Catering working. “We should be celebrated for doing this,” Feder said, adding that 10 other states – California, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey and Wisconsin – are running similar programs under the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act and the CARES Act. “We do not get guidance,
food operation meets the guidelines. The program can be restarted after the district provides what SED called “adequate information.” The program that began last May not only feeds many people, some who are not Jewish or keep kosher, according to Lawrence Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations Jeremy Feder, it also keeps roughly 50 employees of
this is very frustrating,” he said. Lawrence Board of Education Trustee Tova Plaut took to change.org and created a petition. On the petition page she wrote. “The FFRA and CARES acts allow states to loosen their school meal programs to serve all students in an area, even if that area wouldn’t under normal circumstances qualify for 100 percent free meals.” She noted that the Lawrence program is “the only kosher program on Long Island including Nassau and Suffolk counties.” Plaut said that halting the program is “in direct contrast to the intent of the program during the Covid-19 pandemic,” and canceling it “is denying children access to food and nutrition during this unprecedented time and is leaving many children on Long Island hungry.” Feder and Plaut said that they have contacted the local elected officials looking for help to reinstate the kosher food distribution program. Marion & Aaron Gural JCC officials said that should people be in need of food their Rina Shkolnik Kosher Food Pantry is available for anyone in need, as well as a variety of other services. Contact dalia.abott@guraljcc.org or call (516) 234-6020 for more information. As of press time, more than 3,000 people have signed the petition at: http:// chng.it/L7cDrGhnSF.
Keeping your New Year’s resolutions A new administration! A new vaccine! A new year! Great, let’s hope 2021 brings an end to the misery of 2020. Now what about your personal New Year’s resolutions? Did you tell yourself you would lose weight, exercise more, spend less, organize your stuff and get to the tasks you’ve been putting off ? Hmm, what else is new? Weren’t you going to do that last year and the year before? Are you feeling pretty hopeless? Do you feel weak-willed? Do you believe you lack the fortitude to stick with your resolutions? May as well give up believing you can change, right? Wrong. Now that our world has turned upside down in many ways, it’s more important than ever that we do our own personal restorative work. But how? Last year, I shared with you some of my ideas. This year, I’ve asked an esteemed colleague what he thinks. Dr. Frank Farley, (who is a Professor of Psychological Studies in Education at Temple University and former President of the American
Psychological Association) has given me permission to share with you his ideas on how to keep your New Year’s resolutions. Savor his words of wisdom. The ending of one year and the beginning of another is a reasonable point at which to take stock of one’s life, evaluate the good, the bad, and the ugly and m a ke s o m e d e c i s i o n s about one’s life and one’s future. Business, government, politics and sports do it, reviewing/assessing the year just ended, and projecting forward. Why not try it concerninda ing one’s own life – which is certainly more important than those entities. As Charles Darwin argued, the species that survive are those most responsive to change. In the spirit of the hopeful dawning of the Post-Pandemic Era, I list here my Resolve Model for anyone who might try personal resolve in helping alter aspects
of their life in a new era (...as I plan to do!).” RESOLVE MODEL REALISTIC goals for 2021. Put a SPECIFIC plan in place (e.g. saving money and exactly how).
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EVALUATE your progress. Stay on top of it as the year proceeds. SHARE your plans and efforts with others. Social motivation. OPTIMISM Start off optimistically. You need a can-do attitude. Failures will happen but keep at it. As Zig Ziglar said, apadin “ n e g at ive t h i n k i n g = stinkin’ thinkin.’” LISTS help you stay organized and on top of it. Cull from your list repeatedly failed resolutions. Learn from them. VALUE what you’re doing. Give this significant priority in your life. EMBRACE CHANGE! Change is a
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survival skill in this fast-moving century. Dump the bad stuff in your life, expand the good stuff. Remember, Darwin said, the key survival factor is responsiveness to change! When you create realistic goals, when you evaluate your progress, when you share your plans with others, when you maintain an optimistic attitude, when you use lists as a guide, when you value what you’re doing, and most importantly when you embrace change as a survival skill - not only will you achieve your goals, you’ll dance with joy at becoming the person you hoped you could be! ©2021 Linda Sapadin, Ph.D. is a psychologist, coach and author in private practice who specializes in helping people become the best they can be. You can reach her at LSapadin@DrSapadin. com. Visit her website at www.PsychWisdom.com.
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE Please take notice that the Regular Monthly Meetings for the year 2021 of the Meadowmere Fire District will be held on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m., at the Meadowmere Fire House, 14 Meyer Avenue, Lawrence, New York. This notification is being made pursuant to the provisions of Section 104 of the Public Officers Law of the State of New York, and at the direction of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Meadowmere Fire District. Dated: January 12, 2021 SUE LUND Secretary, Meadowmere Fire District 124454
LEGAL NOTICE WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT MEETINGS FOR 2021 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Woodmere Fire District in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, will hold a Meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners on the following evenings in 2021 commencing at 7:00 p.m.: Tuesday 1/19/21 Thursday 2/18/21 Thursday 3/18/21 Thursday 4/15/21 Thursday 5/20/21 Thursday 6/17/21 Thursday 7/15/21 Thursday 8/19/21 Tuesday 9/14/21 Thursday 10/21/21 Thursday 11/18/21 Thursday 12/16/21 The meetings will be held at the Fire District Headquarters located at 20 Irving Place Woodmere, NY 11598 in the main meeting room. All meetings of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Woodmere Fire District are open to the public. In addition, the Board will conduct an additional meeting on the following evenings at the completion of the membership meeting of the Woodmere Fire Department. The department meeting will commence at 8:00 p.m. and the Board meeting will follow the completion of the department meeting. The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Woodmere Fire District is open to the public, but the meeting of the department is not. The doors will open for public attendance of the Board meeting at the conclusion of the department meeting. If the Board determines not to hold this additional meeting, a sign will be posted on the firehouse door. Fire department meetings are held on the following dates at the same location; Monday 2/8/21 Monday 3/8/21 Monday 5/10/21
Monday 6/7/21 Monday 8/9/21 Monday 10/11/21 Monday 11/15/21 Monday 12/13/21 This notice is being publicized and posted in accordance with the provisions of Section 104 of the Public Officers Law of the State of New York. By order of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Woodmere Fire District. Dated: Woodmere, New York January 5, 2020 David Haller, Secretary, Woodmere Fire District 124455
LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF ATLANTIC BEACH ELECTION DAY At the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Atlantic Beach held on January 13, 2021, the following resolution was offered by Trustee Sullivan and seconded by Trustee Baessler, who moved its adoption and it was duly carried unanimously, 1that the General Election of the Village of Atlantic Beach shall be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 and that the office to be filled and the terms thereof are as follows: 1(2) Two Trustees for two year terms; 2- that the Village Clerk is ordered and directed to cause a copy of this Resolution to be published in the Nassau Herald; 3- that this Resolution shall take effect immediately. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES EMILY SINISCALCHI, VILLAGE CLERK DATED: JANUARY 13, 2021 124450 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF COLLECTION OF TAXES TAKE NOTICE that I the undersigned Clerk of the Village of Woodsburgh have received the tax roll and Warrant for the collection of taxes for the forthcoming fiscal year, March 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, and that I will attend to my office from March 1st to April 1st, from 9 o’clock in the morning until 4 o’clock in the afternoon, excepting Saturdays, Sundays and holidays for the purpose of receiving such taxes; during which period taxes may be paid to me without additional charge. Checks for the payment of taxes will be received at the Village Office, 30 Piermont Avenue, Hewlett, New York 11557. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that on all such taxes remaining unpaid after April 1st, 2021 five per centum (5%) will be added for the first month. Thereafter, the rate will be that percentage determined by the Commissioner of Taxation and Finance of the State of New York and will be
added for each month or fraction thereof thereafter until paid. MICHELLE BLANDINO VILLAGE CLERK Inc. Village of Woodsburgh Dated: February 1, 2021 124437
LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF HEWLETT BAY PARK LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF COLLECTION OF TAXES TAKE NOTICE that I the undersigned Clerk of the Village of Hewlett Bay Park have received the tax roll and Warrant for the collection of taxes for the forthcoming fiscal year, March 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022, and that I will attend to my office from March 1st to April 1st, from 9 o’clock in the morning until 4 o’clock in the afternoon, excepting Saturdays, Sundays and holidays for the purpose of receiving such taxes; during which period taxes may be paid to me without additional charge. Checks for the payment of taxes will be received at the Village Office, 30 Piermont Avenue, Hewlett, New York 11557. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that on all such taxes remaining unpaid after April 1st, 2021, five per centum (5%) will be added for the first month. Thereafter, the rate will be that percentage determined by the Commissioner of Taxation and Finance of the State of New York and will be added for each month or fraction thereof thereafter until paid. MICHELLE BLANDINO VILLAGE CLERK Inc. Village of Hewlett Bay Park Dated: February 1, 2021 124436 LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF CEDARHURST LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Village of Cedarhurst will hold a public hearing on 02/04/2021 at 8:00 PM in the Village Hall, 200 Cedarhurst Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY for the following: Petition of DAN AND LINDA LIVSHITZ Premises: 420 SUMMIT AVE Sec/Blk/Lot 39/314/150 Case # 2021-002 ALTERATION/ADDITION TO EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING Variance from: 265-36 Height No building shall be raised and no building or any part thereof shall be erected or altered in a Residential R-1 District which is higher than twoand-one-half stories above the curb level of the street. In no event shall the top of the ridge be more than 30 feet above the level of the curb.
* Front entry may only encroach into setback 3 feet out by 6 feet wide. curb cut & circular driveway must go before Cedarhurst Architectural Review Board. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that all interested persons will have an opportunity to be heard at said hearing. Dated:January 21, 2021 Cedarhurst, NY Benjamin Weinstock Mayor Salvatore Evola Village Clerk-Treasurer By Order of the Board Of Zoning Appeals 124448
LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF CEDARHURST LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Village of Cedarhurst will hold a public hearing on 02/04/2021 at 8:00 PM in the Village Hall, 200 Cedarhurst Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY for the following: Petition of MULLER STEVEN & DIANA Premises: 406 BARNARD AVE Sec/Blk/Lot 39/189/32 Case # 2021-001 REAR ADDITION Variance from: 265-42 Rear yards. A rear yard of not less than 25 feet shall be required on every plot. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that all interested persons will have an opportunity to be heard at said hearing. Dated:January 21, 2021 Cedarhurst, NY Benjamin Weinstock Mayor Salvatore Evola Village Clerk-Treasurer By Order of the Board Of Zoning Appeals 124449 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Fanboy Fighter , LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 10/29/2020. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 212 Randall Avenue Elmont, NY 11003 . Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 124385 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 726 BRONX LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 10/22/2020. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom
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back ratio will be 1.83, where the maximum side height setback ratio is 1.40, (e) 150-39, in that the proposed lot coverage will be 2,497 square feet, where the maximum lot coverage shall not exceed 1,852.89 square feet, (f) 150-50.2, in that there is no proposed plantings/ landscaping screening the air conditioning units, where plantings/landscaping is required to screen the air conditioning units. Premises are also known as Section 41, Block 45, Lot 22 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map. Due to public health and safety concerns related to COVID-19, and pursuant to the Governor’s Executive Orders, the Board will not be meeting in person on January 28, 2021. The meeting and the public hearings will take place via teleconferencing and videoconferencing through Zoom. The meeting will be recorded, and a transcription will be provided at a later date. The Zoom login information is: Meeting ID: 816 1829 7142 Password: 707611 Or dial by your location: 646-558-8656… 82563587603 Plans and other materials associated with the application may be reviewed and downloaded at www. woodsburghny.com. Through Zoom, the public will have the opportunity to see and hear the meeting and hearing live, and upon recognition by the Board, may present comments. Comments also may be submitted prior to the meeting, but not later than 3:00pm on January 28, 2021, by regular mail to Village Hall or email to the Board at bstolar@ msek.com and buildingdepartment@woodsburghny. com. Public comments submitted by email must identify the application to which the comments apply. Dated: January 13, 2021 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS Michelle Blandino, Village Clerk 124452
Mr. & Mrs. Lisa and David Sreter 1320 Auerbach Avenue Hewlett Harbor, NY 11557, is requesting an Inground pool, storage shed, new driveway, new
LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held as to the following matter: Agency: Board of Appeals Village of Woodsburgh Date: January 28, 2021 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Via Zoom videoconference Subject: Application of Jennifer Cusumano, 316 Ivy Hill Road, Woodsburgh, New York, to construct a garage, which work requires variances of the following Village Code sections: (a) 150-3(C), in that the garage will be a one car garage, where a two car garage is required; (b) 150-13.2, in that side height/setback ratio will be 2.50, where the maximum permitted ratio is 1.05; (c) 150-13.3, in that the floor area will be 5,756 square feet, where the maximum permitted floor area is 5,583 square feet; (d) 150-39(A), in that the lot coverage will be 3,885 square feet , where the maximum permitted lot coverage is 3,737.25 square feet; and (e) 15054(A), in that the side yard setback will be 4 feet, where the minimum side yard setback is 15 feet. Premises are also known as Section 41, Block 70, Lot 459 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map. Application of Nicole
Spivak, 801 Keene Lane, Woodsburgh, New York, to construct a swimming pool with a patio, pool equipment and required fencing, which work requires variances of the following Village Code sections: (a) 150-39(B), in that the proposed impervious surface coverage will be 6,545 square feet, where the maximum permitted impervious surface coverage is 5,188.9 square feet; (b) 150-47(D), in that there is no landscaping proposed between the pool fence and the property line, where landscaping is required to be planted outside of the fencing; (c) 150-47(H), in that (i) the proposed pool is in a front yard, (ii) the pool will be 14.92 feet from southerly front property line, (iii) the pool will be 15.08 feet from the westerly front property line, (iv) the pool equipment is 11.25 feet from the side property line, , and (v) the pool fencing will be on the property line, where pools shall be built or maintained in a rear yard, including its equipment and fencing and shall have a minimum setback of 25 feet from all property lines on a corner lot. The proposed pool also requires a special permit pursuant to Village Code §150-47(B). Premises are also known as Section 41, Block 45, Lot 29 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map. Application of David Feiner, 811 Keene Lane, Woodsburgh, New York, to construct a second floor addition and alterations to the existing dwelling, which work requires variances of the following Village Code sections: (a) 150-17(A), in that the existing lot size is 12,352.6 square feet, where no building shall be erected or altered on a lot size of less than 14,500 square feet, (b) 150-20, in that the proposed north side yard setback will be13.2 feet, where the minimum side yard setback is 15 feet, (c) 150-22.1, in that the proposed front height/ setback ratio will be 0.66, where the maximum front yard setback ratio is 0.60, (d) 150-22.2, in that the proposed side height set-
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process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 66 Neptune Avenue, Woodmere, NY 11598 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 124389 LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF HEWLETT HARBOR PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Incorporated Village of Hewlett Harbor will hold a public hearing via ZOOM on January 28, 2021 at 4:00pm. All residents and professionals wishing to attend are directed to contact Village Hall at 516-374-3806 for further Z O O M information/instruction or visit our website at www.hewlettharbor.org. All interested parties will be given the opportunity to be heard on the following application for variance relief: 628 West 138 Realty, Inc. 976 Wateredge Place Hewlett Harbor, NY 11557, is requesting to install an inground swimming pool, pool equipment and patio. Applicant requests relief from Village Zoning Code Ordinance 145-19. Section 145-19 states: An 18,940 square foot lot in a residential “BX” district shall not exceed 25% of the building area coverage. Applicant is requesting a 32.4% building area coverage. Mr. Jeffrey Katz 1349 Boxwood Drive West Hewlett Harbor, NY 11557, is requesting to install an inground swimming pool and patio. Applicant requests relief from Village Zoning Code 145-25.A. Section 145-25.A. states: Accessory structures in a “B” zoning district must maintain a 15’ side yard setback. Applicant is requesting a 10’ side yard setback.
pavers and covered outdoor patio. Applicant requests relief from Village Zoning Code Ordinance 145-19 which states: A 54,438 square foot lot in a residential “A” district shall not exceed 25% of the building area coverage. Applicant is requesting a 47% building area coverage. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS STEVEN GOLD, CHAIRMAN ZONING BOARD MICHAEL RYDER Village Clerk Dated: Hewlett Harbor, New York January 7, 2021 124390
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A. Not much, except decide whether you want a ridiculous-looking room with a jog in the wall or want to spend the money and time to go through the zoning variance process. When I see cases like this, I understand the intent of the law, but not the “spirit” of the law. The intent is to prevent the construction of buildonte eeper ings too close to a property line, based on historical catastrophes such as the London fire and the Chicago fire, both of which saw hundreds of lives lost and tens of thousands of buildings destroyed, mainly because of their closeness to one another and their ability to burn easily. We live in a modern age in which materials have been tested, analyzed, certified and regulated to limit flame spread, and communities have been set up with strict guidelines to leave spaces between buildings for safety and appearance. But knowing, or not remembering, this, communities may invoke the strictness of the law like a stern punishment, or look at the separate conditions and merits of each case, deciding that your straight wall versus a jogged wall isn’t going to hurt anyone and, being located on the side or behind your house, isn’t going to detract from the character of the community. Some building departments have been given the flexibility to make these decisions, to avoid throwing the baby out with the bathwater, and have the authority to give approval for minor issues. Some municipalities have even gone so far as to pass ordinances allowing the discretion of building departments to allow for the alignment of built structures, previously approved, on the first story. It makes sense not to put homeowners through an unnecessary hearing process, sometimes costing thousands of dollars and many months of delay, just so they can have a straight wall. Allowing alignment with a previously approved part of a building isn’t the same as having a flammable wall too close to a property line or another building. In the long run, a variance will be worth it. Otherwise the weird wall shift won’t be understood or be beneficial to you. Good luck!
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merica is in a state of shock in the wake of the assault on the U.S. Capitol, a second impeachment of President Trump and months of denial of the validity of November’s election. We have a new president who got the same number of electoral votes in 2020 as Trump did in 2016. The losing side can scream, holler and moan and the winning side can make grandiose plans for a new era, restricted only by how much our federal budget can absorb. JERRY But we need an armistice. The KREMER real question is, are the combatants ready to move on, or do we spend another four years arguing over Georgia, mail-in voting and Twitter’s right to ban people from its feed? In case you haven’t noticed, roughly 4,000 people a day are dying of Covid-19, and the numbers are going up. The country is paying a heavy price for those who ignored warnings about holiday gatherings and the stupid
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people who still refuse to wear a mask because they consider it a political statement. If you’re looking for help from some of the members of Congress, you’re seeking the wrong direction. It is shocking to see some of them refusing to stop for a metal detector in the Capitol, a week after a howling mob broke into the House of Representatives with the chanted intent to “Hang Mike Pence!” and kill Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The debate over Trump’s second impeachment revealed that there are still over 100 members of Congress who out of fear or stupidity are denying that an insurrection took place. If Washington were a movie, we would be about to see the second run of what President Barack Obama faced when he was elected. The nation has been crippled economically by a virus that knows no political distinctions. It steals the last breaths from the young and the old, the healthy and the infirm, and is still very much not under control. Millions of people are out of work. You may be one of the lucky ones who
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have incomes and steady jobs, but it’s more than likely that some of your neighbors need the help of the local food pantry, and line up for free groceries. It doesn’t take much vision to figure out how bad things really are in our beloved country. Many thousands of businesses in New York state have closed for good in the pandemic. Whether it’s a nail salon, a small restaurant, a children’s clothing store or some other place that you’ve patronized for years, they are slowly disappearing, never to return again. Landlords are entitled to collect rent, and if local businesses can’t afford that rent, it’s only a matter of time before the financial stresses cause more closings. We have a new president and the opportunity to revive an ailing nation, but it will require a new dose of unity to make things happen. If you travel to places like Richmond, Va., or Nashville, Tenn., you can buy Civil War booklets, battle maps and even knockoffs of Civil War attire. Most of it is just for the tourists, but there are still plenty of
n ailing nation needs not only a new president, but a new dose of unity.
people who believe the South won the war and they were “cheated” by the North. After World War I, many Germans believed they had won the war even though they signed a treaty of surrender. Recovering from our current state of distress will not be easy. There are millions of true Trump believers who will stick to the lie that the election was rigged, and will resist any efforts to expand benefits into rural America and help their starving neighbors. There are lots of nut jobs out there with guns and loads of ammunition who are prepared to kill people who don’t follow their demented thinking. The country is at a turning point. We can continue to look at everything through a political lens, or we can begin the job of healing. We have to set aside our political grievances and be open to the need to be a more united nation. If America fails going forward, it will be our failure. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? JKremer@liherald.com.
Fear hovers over Biden inauguration week
s I write this, after the mob attack on the Capitol and before this week’s Presidential Inauguration, like many of you, I don’t know what to believe. From one corner, I hear credible threats that violent groups are planning to attack state capitols, and Washington, D.C., at any time. From another corner, I read that every agency responsible for national security is on high alert and that thousands of National Guard troops have been called into action RANDI to keep us safe. KREISS Some people are echoing FDR: “We have nothing to fear but fear itself.” But times have changed. Most Americans stood together with FDR in the World War II fight. Now we apparently have to fear the enemies within. The media is running with the big story, and that story is the possibility of further anarchy. Much of the original inauguration plan has been scrapped to offer better security to incoming President Joe Biden and his team. Usually, as many as
200,000 people attend the ceremony; this year only 1,000 invited guests will be there. The outgoing president will not attend. Tens of thousands of National Guard troops will be on site. The inaugural parade will be “virtual” across America. High fences have been erected around public buildings in the nation’s capital. One commentator said last night that Washington looks like the Green Zone, the heavily fortified area in the middle of Baghdad. Are you feeling, as I do, that so much has already been lost? In the same way that Islamic terrorists won once we started disrobing at airport check-ins, the domestic terrorists have also gained ground. Their violence has necessitated that we live our lives differently. Twelve years ago, when Barack and Michelle Obama walked down Pennsylvania Avenue after his inauguration, what a promising moment it was. In a column dedicated to my granddaughter, I wrote: “Sabrina, when you vote for president for the first time in 2024, my guess is it won’t matter much if the candidate is a woman or a man, gay or straight, white, Black, Hispanic or Asian. And it won’t matter because of
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this election in 2008. As President-elect Barack Obama said in his victory speech, ‘Change has come to America.’” We have come apart at the seams since then. Change has come, but not the change Obama envisioned. We have become a country where delusional thinking takes hold among millions of people who act out their rage and frustration on elected officials and cherished landmark buildings, the iconic symbols of our democracy. We have become the place where, through incompetence, ignorance and even intentionality, a ferocious pandemic is raging across the country, as our leaders have failed to take appropriate steps to keep us safe. Last Friday, the FBI was publicly warning of violent attacks on state institutions in the days leading up to and including the inauguration. But the same agency failed to sound the alarm before Jan. 6, when it reportedly had intelligence indicating an imminent attack on the Capitol. How do we reconcile that? As the alarms sounded last week, a relative of mine sent out a letter to the entire family. He said he knew he was
can’t help thinking back to 12 years ago, and what a promising moment it was.
probably over-reacting, but he wanted to share a family plan for all of us to meet up in a worst-case scenario. In his mind, worst-case would be some kind of catastrophic attack in which phones and the internet would go down, leaving us with no means to communicate with one another. His proposed plan included a “regional” meeting place for the next month. It also detailed meeting places in other states and other countries in years going forward, with specific places for years ending in 0 and years ending in 5. He used the dates of our parents’ birthdays for the particular meet-up days. I assure you that this individual is solid and sober and believing that although a doomsday scenario is extremely unlikely, it has become more possible considering recent events. When the unthinkable happens right before your eyes, like the assault on the Capitol, you are moved to consider other unthinkable scenarios. I was momentarily tempted to respond to him with a joke to ease the pressing anxiety. But I’m thinking, instead, it doesn’t hurt to have a plan. I wrote back to him: “Thank you. This reminds us of what makes life worth living: one another.” Copyright 2021 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.
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e will need years, if not decades, to unravel and repair the damage that President Trump has done to the nation with his politics and policies. Beyond his ineffectual, incoherent, even reckless approach to addressing the coronavirus pandemic, which has left the country in tatters, he worked continually to reverse sound policies and regulations developed over decades. Here are the Long Island-specific issues that we are hoping to see President Joe Biden address:
1. Climate change. There is no doubt that, long-term, global warming is among the most urgent issues facing Long Island. We are surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, which is expected to rise in the coming decades as the Earth heats and the massive ice shelves of Greenland and the Antarctic melt away into the oceans as a result. It is unclear precisely how high the oceans will rise, but the range could be anywhere from one foot, if we were to act aggressively to limit carbon emissions, to as much as eight feet by the year 2100, if we were to continue on our current course, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. We could live with a one-foot rise. Eight feet would be a disaster, with significant inland flooding. Whole swaths of the Island could be lost to the sea. Think about that: Eight decades from now (one human lifetime), much of our home island could be underwater if we don’t curb our greenhouse gas emissions — now, not later. Biden signaled weeks before he took
office that he would re-enter the 2015-16 Paris Agreement to limit greenhouse gases, which Trump pulled out of in 2017. Doing so would be an excellent start, but there is so much else to do — in particular, supporting our nascent green-energy industries, including solar and wind. Long Island is located in a region of the world known as the “Saudi Arabia of wind.” Under Trump, however, the federal government has done all it can to stall the development of major oceanic wind farms off our coast. It’s high time that the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management fast-track these projects. 2. Wetlands protection. Almost from the start of his presidency, Trump vowed to do away with an Obama-era rule that protected our streams, bays and wetlands from chemical contamination. The rule, known as the Waters of the United States regulation, covered roughly 60 percent of the nation’s waterways, according to The New York Times. Last January, Trump did away with the rule, but went further, allowing land owners and developers, for the first time in decades, “to dump pollutants such as pesticides and fertilizers directly into hundreds of thousands of waterways, and to destroy or fill in wetlands for construction projects,” The Times noted. Many citizens might not have noticed the loosening of a key environmental regulation, because Trump was six days into his first Senate impeachment trial at the time. Wetlands are critical to buffering Long Island against hurricanes and tropical
letters Outrage over choices is misdirected To the Editor: I find it way more disturbing that a member of our community went to the Capitol (“Five Towns synagogues decry photo choice” Jan. 14-20) to make common cause with neo-Nazis, who believe the killing of six million Jews wasn’t enough, than the fact that a local newspaper published a photo of that person gleefully celebrating the participation. I think the outrage of the shuls in question is clearly misdirected. ROBERT TOLLE Cedarhurst
‘Long Way Up’ is satisfying indeed To the Editor: Re Scott Brinton’s column “‘Long Way Up,’ a deep-
storms, absorbing storm surge and thus protecting our mainland. Any effort to deregulate wetlands protection is a threat to the Island. The regulation must be restored. 3. SALT deduction: For many Long Islanders, there has been no single policy as economically consequential as Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which limited the itemized deduction for state and local taxes. Beginning in 2018, married couples filing joint federal tax returns could deduct only $10,000 for combined state, local and property taxes, or $5,000 for those filing separate returns. Average homeowners on Long Island lost tens of thousands of dollars in deductions as a result of the act. Where once area families might have had a combined $35,000 or $45,000 in deductions, suddenly they were forced to take the new standard deduction of $24,000. Effective tax rates were lowered, yes, but not enough to make up for the deductions loss, so many Long Islanders saw their federal taxes increase. We should also note that the tax rate reductions for individuals are set to expire in 2025, whereas Trump’s corporate tax reductions are permanent. Talk about socking it to the little guy! The loss of SALT deductions is fundamentally unfair, in part, because it forces people to pay federal taxes on top of state and local taxes that they have already paid. Clearly, this legislation needs reform, and with a new administration and a Democratically controlled Congress, we hope to see it overhauled.
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n March 4, 1861, President-elect Abraham Lincoln stood on the East Portico of the U.S. Capitol to take the oath of office and deliver his first inaugural address. Seven southern states had already split from the Union. Others would soon follow, and the day felt gloomy and worrisome. There are so many similarities between the America of the early 1860s and the America of today. The Capitol, then as now, was heavily guarded by armed troops. Lincoln had to be spirJim ited into Washingin the dark of Bernstein ton night, so terrified were his guards and aides that mobs would descend on his train and assassinate him. Yet on that March afternoon, Lincoln delivered a message that he hoped would be healing. “We are not enemies, but friends,” he said in a deep but gentle
voice. “We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection.” Unfortunately, the president’s words did not stop the southern states from forming the Confederacy and attacking Fort Sumter, outside Charleston, S.C. Jefferson Davis was sworn in as president of the Confederacy two weeks after Lincoln’s inauguration. Four years of war changed the face of America forever. Yet once the Confederates surrendered at the Appomattox Court House in Virginia, Lincoln remained compassionate to the vanquished South and reached out with a healing hand. Confederate troops were allowed to return home unharmed, and Lincoln began the process of Reconstruction and bringing the rebel states back into the Union. This week, Donald Trump, one of the most polarizing presidents in American history, was scheduled to leave the White House after four tumultuous years. The
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situation sadly reminiscent of the scene at the Capitol nearly 160 years ago.
Letters ly satisfying travelogue” (Dec. 24-30): As someone who has lived and worked extensively in Latin America, I read with great interest Brinton’s opinions on “Long Way Up.” I have now watched all 11 episodes, and found them absolutely fascinating. Thank you. I would not have known about the series had it not been for Brinton’s highly descriptive piece. Americans are notoriously insular when it comes to geography. “Long Way Up” gives us an intriguing look into the warmth and character of the Indigenous people living along the diverse roadways of Latin America, but it also awes us with spectacular glimpses of rugged, snowcapped mountains; colorful, varying waterways; and vast, stark deserts, together with captivating views of renowned historical sites such as Machu Picchu, which I have visited three times. The series reflects a lesser-known, yet highly admirable, humanitarian side of the famous actor Ewan McGregor and his pal Charley Boorman. Again, many thanks to Brinton for sharing his views on “Long Way Up.” CHRIS CARRINGTON Glen Head
Comparing Trump to Goebbels was out of line To the Editor: I get that the Herald has a point of view, and that it appears to despise Donald Trump. That said, it was disappointing that in last week’s editorial, “It’s high time truth prevails once again,” the Herald
nation is badly in need of healing, and that enormous task is now in the hands of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. The question that we face — and that Lincoln faced — is simple, yet extraordinarily complex: How do we heal this country, tortured by a pandemic, unemployment, racism and division not seen for decades? Lincoln’s plan was to readmit the rebel states and extend to the country paths out of poverty. Nearly 160 years later, our American society is far more complex. Millions of people believe the 2020 election was “stolen,” and that a “deep state” exists, and is preparing to overthrow America and spread communism, socialism, Satanism, take your pick. But somehow, we must begin the process of healing. A good place to start would be in the schools, from elementary to college. Education programs as simple as how a democracy works would be a big help. Courses in how to read a newspaper would be helpful, too. I have met a num-
ber of people who do not know the difference between an opinion column and a news story. Public libraries could establish discussion groups on the meaning of the last election, and the underlying cause of the riot at the Capitol on Jan. 6. Speakers — Republicans, Democrats, liberals and conservatives — could be called on to present their views, and the audience could question them and discuss their opinions. Perhaps most important, people who have not spoken to one another during most of Trump’s presidency could find ways to get together, even in small groups. They might begin by talking about their kids, the Buffalo Bills or the baseball season that’s just around the corner. They might just find out how much they have in common, as opposed to what has divided them. Once people see one another as human beings, and not as caricatures out of a comic book, it becomes harder to scream oaths and obscenities across a room. If we can do just this much, the healing process will have begun. Jim Bernstein is the editor of the Long Beach Herald.
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compared Trump’s assertion that he won the election to the propaganda of Joseph Goebbels, a person who committed unspeakable crimes against humanity. Nazi comparisons are overused, dishonest, and most of all disrespectful, as many millions of people died because of Goebbels’s lies. The editorial did not address that, as opposed to the criminal behavior of Goebbels, the election audit proposed by Senators Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley was entirely legal, and would not have delayed the inauguration of President Joe Biden. But it would have assured tens of millions of Americans that the election results had an acceptable level of integrity, and it should have been done. It was also disappointing that columnist Randi Kreiss wrote that we should do “more than take away [Trump’s] Twitter account.” What further action would she suggest, and where are we going with this? Further, when Twitter continues to allow such tweets as “Every day that ends in y should be Punch at Trumper Day,” and one that calls for the president to be assassinated, it is plain that only some people who say some things will be censored by this social media platform. Applying standards fairly matters, even when Trump is involved. Making Nazi comparisons and deciding who to censor on social media platforms are not solutions that are healthy for society when the underlying issues are more complex. In my opinion, you underestimate the intelligence of your readers. MICHELLE GRAHAM Oceanside
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correction The incorrect photo accompanied last week’s brief “Kaminsky attains $44,150 for 5T child care centers.”
NASSAU HERALD — January 21, 2021
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