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Honoring a humble benefactor By JEFFREY BESSEN jbessen@liherald.com

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tHE MARk RAMER Chessed Center, in the Leon Mayer Fund’s Hewlett office, had its grand opening last Sunday. At left, with ceremonial scissors, were Adam Ramer, left, and Buzz Mayer. Dr. Naomi Ramer, Mark’s widow, was at far right.

The clothes, from shoes to shirts, are on shelves, as they would be in a store. The items are in boxes, and the apparel has the same tags shoppers would see. Created to help those in need, the newly opened Mark Ramer Chessed Center has set up assistance with the same dignity and understated style that its namesake assisted others. Ramer, who died in 2019, was known for his Continued on page 9

H-W students, parents frustrated by canceled activities By MAttHEW FERREMI mferremi@liherald.com

Hewlett-Woodmere School District students and parents have expressed their displeasure with the cancellation of events that traditionally honor the senior class because of the lingering coronavirus pandemic. One of those events is the annual Hewlett High School senior barbecue, typically held the day after the prom, and when it, too, was canceled, Hewlett High senior Olivia Confino was moved to create a petition on change.org titled “Let them celebrate! Help The Class of 2021 with End of Year Senior Celebrations!” As of press time, more than 300 people had signed on.

“The Hewlett High School class of 2021 has endured a challenging senior year, to say the least,” Confino said. “Our time-honored traditions such as the Homecoming parade, senior breakfast celebrations, a pep rally, even so much as a senior class photo on the bleachers have not been granted.” Confino said that the explanation they were given for the cancellation of the senior barb e c u e w a s u n s at i s f a c t o r y. “This has been canceled with no explanation other than the district’s attorney saying no, since it would be too much of a logistical nightmare,” she said. “All year long, even with restrictions lifting constantly and surrounding community schools having senior celebra-

he Hewlett High School class of 2021 has endured a challenging senior year, to say the least.

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Senior, Hewlett High tions of time-honored traditions, the response from the Hewlett-Woodmere administration has been, the attorney has said no.” At the May 19 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dr. Ralph Marino Jr. said that canceling the barbecue was a “building-level deci-

sion.” “The building does not feel comfortable that they can have a large event like the barbecue,” Marino said. “The building decides what activities they want to do in a safe way.” One event that is taking place is the senior prom, on June 14 at Gatsby on the Ocean at Jones Beach. In a May 21 letter to high school parents, Hewlett High Principal Dr. William Galati wrote that Covid-19 testing has been arranged for the event. “Due to overwhelm-

ing demand, the district will be offering walk-in Covid testing for students attending the June 14 Prom,” Galati wrote. “This opportunity is also available to prom guests who do not attend Hewlett High School.” Galati added that the tests would be administered by HealthCare Logics. PCR testing is scheduled for June 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rapid testing will be available on June 14, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Continued on page 8

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With Memorial Day weekend inching closer, Five Towns villages and organizations have updated their plans for Memorial Day parades and ceremonies. The Cedarhurst-Lawrence parade returns after a one-year absence as the coronavirus pandemic wanes. On Sunday, May 30 at 10 a.m., the parade will step off at the intersection of Frost Lane and Central Avenue in Lawrence and conclude with a brief ceremony honoring fallen heroes in Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park at the intersection of Summit and Cedarhurst avenues. The Villages of Lawrence and Cedarhurst are co-sponsors of the event, along with the Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department. Participants will include LCFD members, the Freeport High School Navy JROTC, a bagpipe and drum corps, a mariachi band, a brass ensemble, antique and exotic cars, motorcycles, Hatzalah volunteer ambulance, Achiezer, local students and scouts. Special guests include United States Army, Navy and Marine Corp. veterans, including Dr. Yashar and Perie Hirshaut, historic reenactors from Rock Hall Museum and Woodmere resident

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THE CEdARHuRsT-LAWREnCE MEMoRIAL Day Parade is set to return after a one-year absence. Aviation High School’s Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps took part in the 2019 parade. and radio host Cindy Grosz. Lawrence Trustee Paris Popack helped organize the parade along with Cedarhurst official JoMarie Capone. Popack is excited for the event, but remains conscious of the continuing pandemic. “We hope this Memorial Day

Parade will be inspiring, entertaining and the best attended ever,” she said. “We are taking necessary precautions for the safety of all, hopeful that people will come out to support and cheer our military, volunteer fire department and marchers.”

Instead of holding the traditional parade, the Hewlett-Woodmere community will have a ceremony on Monday’s traditional Memorial Day, May 31, from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the Veterans Memorial Plaza at the intersection of Broadway and West Broadway in Hewlett. Hewlett-Woodmere Business Association President David Friedman said that alternate plans to a parade had to be made since Hewlett High School marching band is not fully operational to perform in a parade. “The 4th Precinct officers and auxiliary officers will block off the Hewlett Veterans Memorial Plaza at 11:15 a.m.,” Friedman said. “The American Legion Post 339 will have a convocation to honor those who gave their lives defending our country, our local clergy will say a prayer, and a local student will play ‘Taps.’” In Inwood, there were initial plans to hold a parade on May 30 that would have stepped off at the Inwood Long Island Rail Road station parking lot. Dave Hance, president of the Inwood Civic Association, said there will not be a parade this year. “The Inwood VFW decided not to obtain a permit this year due to Covid-19,” he said.

What Memorial Day means to me By sYd MAndELBAuM

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Memorial Day is a national day of mourning. My earliest recollection of it was a parade on Seaview Avenue in Canarsie, Brooklyn in 1957. There was still an Army base on Seaview Avenue, behind Canarsie Park. The Quonset Huts remained there as barracks to those stationed there through the end of the decade. As children, we were able to collect the spent casings after the 21 gun salutes to honor those killed in World War I, WWII and the Korean War. I was always told by my parents who were Holocaust Survivors, had the Allies not won, they would have been killed and I would not be here. As I got older, I remember learning that the Civil War took place only 85 years before I was born. The American Revolution ended only 169 years before my birth. I dropped out of college in 1969 to enlist in the Air Force and had the full encouragement of my parents. My friends who opposed the Vietnam War could not understand my desire to serve my country. I felt a personal need to say thank you to America for taking them in. What better way to honor those who had fallen to liberate my parents and so few other Jewish people who were murdered for their faith. Syd Mandelbaum enlisted in the United States Air Force Reserve in 1969 and served in the 35 Medical Service Squadron. Mandelbaum also served as a Medic. He was honorably discharged in 1975. He is the current commander of American Legion Lawrence-Cedarhurst Post 339.

I don’t lay in Flanders Field Bits of me are strewn across a rice paddy Blown apart in this Mekong Delta Forever to be the MIA we set a table for I wanted to continue listening to Stairway to Heaven I wound up climbing it after I answered the call I could have been home, should have been home There are so many questions I could ask We used mustard gas to save lives We fire-bombed Dresden to save lives We Hiroshima-ed Japan to stop war Where was the carpet bombing of the Hanoi and the North Where was the mining of Haiphong Harbor? Why could not our lives be saved by fighting By using every means possible to win and end this war? 50,000 of us ceased to be, serving our flag our only solace I will be a reminder that when a war is not fought to win It should never be fought. I wanted to hear Led Zeppelin Not helping plants to grow forever in Southeast Asia —Syd Mandelbaun Courtesy Syd Mandelbaum

sYd MAndELBAuM In his United States Air Force Reserve uniform in 1970.

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Lawrence resident Joseph Borgen was identified as the person who was allegedly assaulted and pepper-sprayed by men in Times Square on May 20, who also made anti-Semitic remarks, NYPD reported. Borgen, 29, was beaten as several others were verbally and physically hassled by pro-Palestinian individuals who threw fireworks and bellowed profanities. The incident, that happened during the day, was captured on video. “I wasn’t wearing anything Israeli, or carrying a flag,” Borgen told Arutz Sheva television in Israel. “Just my yarmulka. So, when people see a yarmulka, they think Jews and Israel. It goes hand in hand.” Borgen added that he will continue attending pro-Israel rallies, and will have friends with him for “an extra level of protection” and “with my kippah,” he said. Two men have now been arrested for the attack. The first was Waseem Awawdeh, 23, of Brooklyn, was arrested by NYPD. He was charged with assault as a hate crime, gang assault, menacing, aggravated harassment as a hate crime and criminal possession of a weapon. The police released photos of the additional men “wanted for assault.” Faisl Elezzi, 25, of Staten Island, was arrested Monday and charged with three hate crimes. “The CommUnity Coalition is astounded at the brazen, vicious anti-Semitic attack in broad daylight of 29-year-old Lawrence resident Joseph Borgen,” the civic organization said in a statement.

“Today, we all stand with our Jewish neighbors in wishing Joseph a speedy recovery and rededicate ourselves to our efforts to build the bridges necessary to combat hate and the violence it has led to here against our community.” The coalition is comprised of several organizations, multi-religious houses of worship and the Nassau County office of Asian American affairs. Barry Borgen, Joseph’s father, told the Daily Caller his son had a concussion along with the cuts and bruises he sustained in the assault. Joseph was released from the hospital on May 21. “I am appalled by the anti-Semitic gang attacks in New York City that victimized a Nassau resident, as well as the rising number of attacks targeting Jews in major cities like Los Angeles and London,” Nassau County Executive Laura Curran said in a statement. “It is completely unacceptable for anybody to be intimidated or attacked because of who they are, and we will not tolerate in Nassau County,” she. “We stand with our Jewish brothers and sisters and against vile anti-Semitism that will never find comfort in our communities. I have asked the Nassau County police to continue to communicate with synagogues and yeshivas, as well as other houses of worship, to ensure all of our residents are protected.” A rally is expected to take place on Thursday at 7:15 p.m., in Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park that will feature Borgen as a speaker. Attendees are encouraged to bring Israeli and American flags. Local Covid guidelines will be followed.

Offense sparks Hewlett to 7-1 start By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

Behind a prolific offense spearheaded by three of its four senior captains, Hewlett posted double digits in goals in seven of its first eight games against Nassau Conference III girls’ lacrosse rivals and emerged victorious each of them as a result. Mia Perkell, Rebecca Ziarno and Alessandra Borsellino are racking up points while fellow senior captain Kaitlyn Beyda anchors the zone defense for coach Jackie Hughes, who didn’t know what to expect from the Bulldogs after a canceled 2020 campaign. “So far, so good,” Hughes said. “It was hard to determine what to expect since we didn’t play last season and didn’t have a JV team in 2019. Our senior leadership has been impressive and the entire group is playing with the mentality of they never know when the last time they’ll be on the field together is going to be.” Perkell, who plays attack, was as busy as anyone since the pandemic hit, Hughes said. She spent countless hours perfecting her shot and also improved her strength and conditioning. In 2019, she was Hewlett’s second-leading scorer and helped the team finish 9-5, including a playoff win over Carey. This year, heading into this week’s action she ranks at the top of Nassau County in scoring with 44 goals and 17 assists. She had at least four goals in each of the first eight games. “Mia’s nickname is “Little,” but she plays huge,” Hughes said. “She’s 5-foot-1 and winning draws against opponents 5-10. And her shot is just on another

level.” Like Perkell, Ziarno was determined to get back on the lacrosse field. “Rebecca is a high-energy player who’s entertaining to watch,” Hughes said. “She can score and she’s clutch on draw controls.” Ziarno had 29 goals and 11 assists through eight games and spends time at attack and midfield. Borsellino, who just completed a stellar soccer season, is a critical piece to Hewlett’s defense from the midfield as she was in 2019, Hughes noted. “She goes nonstop for 50 minutes,” Hughes said. Borsellino has taken on more of an offensive role and has found the back of the net 25 times, including a 10-goal explosion in a 15-5 win at Jericho on May 8. Freshmen midfielders Catie and Marcie Iannico and young attacks Jordan Billharz, a sophomore, and Brianna Ruta, a freshman, are also contributing offensively. In the defensive zone, Beyda is the lone returning low defender and serving as a mentor to the younger contributors, Hughes said. Sophomore Emily Goldenberg and freshmen Kate Epstein and Olivia Bellin are getting major minutes and learning quickly. Junior Angelina Santos is the team’s most versatile player and has helped everywhere but goaltender where the Bulldogs are set for years with Ava Giugliano. Giugliano, a sophomore who started every varsity game in 2019 as an eighthgrader, brings a high level of focus, Hughes said, and often ignites the transition game with her clearing ability. With 17 saves, Giugliano was the difference in Hewlett’s 14-8 win at Mineola on May 17.

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Walking Club The Gural JCC wants to talk a walk with its Walking Club at 10:30, weather permitting. Meet at Grant Park in Hewlett at the entrance on Sheridan Avenue. For more information contact Susan Sachs at susan.sachs@guraljcc.org or (516) 569-6733 x230.

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. For more information email Janet Schneider at jschneider@peninsulapublic.org. Peninsula Public Library has no adult programs scheduled from May 17 to 31.

Yoga June 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 11 a.m., Paulette Silber will focus on therapeutic stretches which do not involve holding postures or sitting on mats in this Zoom program. Use of a chair is optional. Peninsula Public Library.

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Throughout June, Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library has an all-day program dedicated to the learning and loving or animals. Jason will teach the audience about Princess the toad, Tickles the hedgehog and lots of other fun creatures including mice, lizards, bunnies, crabs, and baby animals.

Thursday, May 27 Sharper Training Sharper Training presents an introduction to using the iPad and iPhone at 11 a.m. through the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. Join Zoom meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/88456370766?pwd=VlBhcGN0e UpKN0VUaXdkdmNLNDhVdz09

Yoga & Meditation Lisa Zimmerman presents a session on upper body yoga and meditation at 2 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library. Join Zoom meeting https://us02web. zoom. us/j/89878526045?pwd=UTFOa1ZDNj RIVnJGMWFueXM0WGF2QT09.

Targeting Anti-Semitism At 7:15 p.m. in Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Parks there will be a rally featuring Lawrence resident Joseph Borgen who was attacked last week in NYC for being a Jew. Bring Israeli and American flags. Social distancing guidelines.

Hewlett Chabad has pizza for Hewlett High School students every Wednesday at your lunch time @ Chabad House, 40 Everit Ave., Hewlett. Just text (516) 592-8503, how many slices wanted and at what time. Courtesy Kaminsky office

Working toward her dreams Inwood resident Alejandra Iglesias, center, was presented with citation by State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, left, for her achievements starting at 16 as a camp counselor for the Five Towns Community Center in Lawrence. As she attended York College, Iglesias worked in the Community Center’s Aid to Foreign Born and Youth Services Programs. Her dream job is to be a prevention counselor with the Hispanic Counseling Center. At right is K. Brent Hill, the 5TCC’s executive director.

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Memorial Day Parade The Lawrence-Cedarhurst parade steps off from Frost Lane and Central Avenue in Lawrence at 10 a.m. There is expected to be a brief ceremony at Cedarhurst Park.

Monday, May 31 Memorial Day Ceremony At 11:30 a.m., at the Veterans Memorial Triangle at the intersection of Broadway and West Broadway in Hewlett, a Memorial Day ceremony.

Tuesday, June 1

2021-’22 tax bills have been mailed out, Atlantic Beach officials said. If you have not received it by May 24 call the village office at (516) 371-4600 or email, plaza65@aol.com. Lawrence High School senior Natalie Bran received the 2021 Kiwanis of the Five Towns Joseph Mandelbaum Holocaust Remembrance

The Gural JCC’s a weekly Zoom support group offers coping strategies. 9 a.m. Pre-registration required. Contact Lisa Barnett, (516) 569-6733 x 210, lisa. barnett@guraljcc.org.

Visiting Paris At 11 a.m., Mary Maguire takes a virtual trip to Paris. Zoom meeting https:// us02web.zoom. us/j/81427086258?pwd=Z2x2bWhQO E5vS1pWS0FMeGFVS0JZUT09. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library.

Tai Chi June 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 11 a.m., Linda Cafiero leads a virtual Tai chi series. Improve posture, balance and focus. Peninsula Public Library.

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At noon with Cathy Byrne, coping strategies, education and support. Contact Byrne at cathy.byrne@guraljcc.org or (516) 569-6733 x220 for details.

Mah Jongg, Canasta At 1 p.m., Ann Seligson will be on site to offer tips for outside game time for mah jongg and canasta. Sets provided. Not for true beginners, more for players with a working knowledge of the game. Indicate seating requests during registration. Peninsula Public Library.

Reclamation District At 5 p.m., the Greater Atlantic Beach Water Reclamation District meets via a telephone conference because of the coronavirus pandemic.

JCC Youth Council Get involved with the Gural JCC Youth Coalition Council. Teens 13 to 17. Meetings 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., on Zoom. For more information contact marisa. ruggiero@guraljcc.org.

Thursday, June 3 High Renaissance At 11 a.m., Professor Dennis Raverty discusses German painter Albrecht Durer and the transmission of the High Renaissance to Northern Europe. Zoom meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8 2827853247?pwd=L2M5Z2RnUEhOMj E0MXllS0FqZnVqdz09. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library.

Yoga And Meditation At 2 p.m., Lisa Zimmerman leads a session on upper body yoga and meditation. Zoom meeting https://us02web. zoom. us/j/85268939081?pwd=V2RYVzRUQ XF4aXkvS1VQUEo1akx4dz09. HewlettWoodmere Public Library.

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Scholarship of $750. Bran is headed to Columbia University. Her major is computer science. Atlantic Beach village beach pass and parking sticker distribution takes place on May 29 and May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Village Hall, 65 The Plaza. Parking stickers are $350. Danielle Simon, of Hewlett, was part of the

Muhlenberg College Dance Program and the school’s Dance Association’s April 16 to 18 “Ephemerality: Dances In Time,” for dances created by student and faculty choreographers. Sign up for The Brandeis School’s 5K fundraiser run on Sunday, June 13 at 8 a.m. Go to event. elitefeats.com/brancdeis21.

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Tri-M induction livestreamed A livestream of this year’s Lawrence Tri-M (Modern Music Masters) Honor Society induction ceremony included members from the 2019-’20 and 2020-’21 class as last year’s ceremony was canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The 2019-’20 inductees are: William Benitez, Matthew Blanco, Andrew Carp i o, S t e p h a n i e C a s t a g n a , R a h u l Dhoundiyal, Commenesha Groover, Ana Herrera, Janelly Larios-Rivera, Audrey Michlig, Katherine Mazarie gos, Serenity Moor man, Liselot Polanco, Joseline Ramos Rodriguez Ganelle Russell, Xian Scott, Ilia Urgen, Nathaly Vasque z Raymundo, Corr i n t h e a Wa s h i n g t o n a n d N i a mya Wrighton. ““Our students are ambassadors of music and their performances add a special element to all of our school and community events,” Lawrence High School Principal Dr. Jennifer Lagnado-Papp stated in a news release. The 2020-’21 inductees are: Alexandra Acosta, Alexis Acosta, Joelie Acosta, Ger man Beltran Jenai Briscoe, Leon Canales, Billy Godoy, James Kelley, Stephanie Lopez, Chiara Mingolla, Matthew Sharin, Zackari Sweeney Howell and Emma Urgen. To be considered for the Tri-M Honor Society, students must take part in a registered music ensemble and have a grade-point average of A (4.0) or higher, maintain an overall minimum GPA of B (3.0) and be a role model for others through exemplary service, leadership and cooperation. The ceremony included a video compilation of Lawrence Tri-M Music Honor Society members discussing what music means to them and live perfor mances from Tri-M members singing and playing the piano, cello, violin, viola, snare drum and marimba. District Music Coordinator Pam Gallopini applauded the students’ perseverance during the upheaval of the pandemic and noted upcoming music competitions and festivals in the fall, to close out the ceremony. –Jeffrey Bessen

ing back on the show, I can say I am so glad that we did it,’ said Tasha Partee, who directed the play. “The show was not only an occasion to come together and work toward a common goal, but it ultimately reminded us that nothing can stop a group of people who are determined. I am so proud of each and every student involved. As we cast our eyes to future shows, our horizons have broadened. Bringing ‘High School Musical’ to life before a live audience during a global pandemic has taught us that we can achieve anything! We are already planning for next year!” Partee was able to direct an amazing show that was able to incorporate both in school and remote students by using projections. By projecting the remote student onto the stage everyone was able to feel included even from the comfort of their own homes.

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Many of LWA’s performing arts students were also very happy about the show’s outcome. “The musical was one of the greatest experiences of my life,” said senior Isable Manne. “It was my first time playing a lead role ever and I’m so glad that the school took a chance on me for that. I’m so proud of everyone involved and how hard we worked together for it to become a success.” Sophomore Sammy Schwartz said, “ I was really happy that we were able to put on a show during a global pandemic. It was definitely different with all the Covid restrictions but ended up being amazing.” The success of LWA’s first Covid-friendly show brought hope for future musicals and helped the LWA community feel a sense of normalcy again.

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On April 23, Lawrence Woodmere Academy middle and high school students performed LWA’s first ever Covid-friendly musical. The students performed “High School Musical” in front of a live and virtual audience. This past year was a trying time for all performing arts students because of all the new adjustments that had to be made for them to have the show and to incorporate both in-school and virtual students. “From the perspective of look-

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Calling on district not to cancel activities continued from front page “A mobile unit will be on the grounds of the high school, the location is to be deter mined,” Galati said. “Intake forms will be sent at a later date and are to be completed prior to arriving at the testing site.” Despite the arranged testing, there is still some frustration among parents about the prom. Christie Goldstein, whose daughter is a senior at Hewlett High, spoke at last week’s school board meeting about the inconvenience of the prom’s being on a Monday while school is in session. “Kids are expected to be in school the day of prom, but for anyone who has a daughter, they need more time than just after school to get ready for their prom,” Goldstein said. “With it being on a Monday, all of our local salons are normally closed on Monday. We’ve been reaching out to local places and getting them to assist the girls.” Goldstein said she was told that students must attend school the day of the prom. “We’re being told that if we keep our kids home that day, then they won’t be able to attend the prom that we paid $150 for,” she said. “Are we really doing much teaching the week of June 14 that they can’t miss that day of school?” When school elections take place next year, Goldstein said, she might

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Due to the coronavirus pandemic, school events such as Hewlett High School’s Homecoming parade were canceled this year. Superintendent Dr. Ralph Marino Jr., right, marched in the 2019 parade. think twice about voting to approve the budget. “If all the answers are no and we don’t get a reason, when it

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The Mark Ramer Chessed Center is open philanthropic ways, and the center is the physical manifestation of his legacy. The Leon Mayer Fund, in collaboration with Kosher Response, manages it from the fund’s Hewlett office. Chessed means kindness in Hebrew. Open for the past few months, the center was formally welcomed to the community with a grand opening last Sunday. “This is so appropriate, I can’t even begin to put into words — this is what Mark was all about,” State Assemblywoman Melissa Miller said, adding that Ramer was not only a fellow Atlantic Beach resident but also a family friend. “He selflessly gave to anybody. He didn’t care about where you came from, what you were doing. If there was a need somewhere, he was the first person, quietly, doing it.” The Leo Mayer Fund was founded more than 30 years ago, in memory of Mayer, by one of his sons, Shlomo, and Rabbi Simcha Lefkowitz, of Congregation Anshei Chesed, also in Hewlett. The fund has aided many families over the years by subsidizing meals, offering financial assistance and help with school placement and family issues. Buzz Mayer represented his family and his late brother at the Ramer Center’s grand opening. “This is our biggest undertaking, and a whole different endeavor,” Lefkowitz said of the chessed center, which is open to everyone and described as a new communi-

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EvErything from homE goods to clothes is available at the Mark Ramer Chessed Center. ty resource stocked not only with new clothes but also appliances, bicycles, housewares, school supplies and strollers. “American companies have millions of dollars of items to give. You have to know how to access it. We haven’t scratched the surface.” All of the goods are donated, and Lefkowitz and Gabriel Boxer, chief executive officer of the fund and the manager of Kosher Response, noted that every $1 donated is converted into $15 of new merchandise. Boxer, a Hewlett resident, started Kosher Response last year, at the height of

the coronavirus pandemic, to help support local businesses by purchasing food to help feed families in need and recognizing essential workers. “We want to do this in a respectful manner,” Boxer said, explaining a process that involves an individual’s or family’s meeting with a social worker, evaluating their needs and scheduling a “shopping” appointment at the chessed center. All services are free. Ramer, who was 71 when he died, practiced dentistry for a decade and then went

into real estate. He got involved with JCC Global, and eventually became its president. Founded in 1977, JCC Global is the umbrella organization for the international and regional networks of Jewish community centers. A 2018 trip to Mexico City made a strong impression on Ramer, when he visited a chessed center there. Afterward he told the story many times of how Jewish Mexico City community members cared for one another. “It means a great deal,” Dr. Naomi Ramer, Mark’s widow, said of having the Hewlett center dedicated in his memory. “It’s exactly what he wanted to do.” A long relationship between the Ramer family and Lefkowitz made naming the center after Mark a no-brainer, though as Mark’s son, Adam, said, his father “never liked to take for credit things.” “It means a lot for us to put his name, now that he has passed, on something that was so close to his heart,” Adam said. “This place is supposed to feel like a shopping experience for people. It’s not supposed to feel like they come, take stuff and just leave, supposed to come and go with your dignity intact.” The center, at 15 Prospect Ave. in Hewlett, is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To contact the Leon Mayer Fund, go to www.leonmayerfund.org or call (516) 5696364.

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Sometimes it’s preferable to age in place

hen Marguerite Sullivan’s spouse passed away, the 78-year-old had no interest in moving. She’s healthy, has many friends, and her two sons live nearby. Plus, she’s a confident driver and gets herself to doctor’s appointments and the grocery store. Those are all important prerequisites for people who want to stay in their homes as they grow older, or “age in place.” “For those who wish to age in place, it’s important to think not only about a plan for staying in your home, but also about your support network, especially during the Covid pandemic,” explains Stacey Watson, head of life event planning at Fidelity. “Social connections are a critical element to living independently and aging well.” Here are things that aging singles or couples — and their children, other family members, or caregivers — should keep in mind when assessing the living situation. Develop a real estate and housing strategy As you plan for living in your later years in retirement, you should have a strategy for how to leverage any real estate assets along with a plan to support your need for future housing. Real estate is an asset often used to fund retirement and to help pay for long-term health care expenses. Some people find it necessary to sell the family home to pay for higher levels of care or senior living accommodations. Some decide to sell after a spouse dies. Others may have a family member who moves back in to help take care of both the aging parent and the property. Whatever your situation, it makes sense to work with a financial advisor to help determine the role of real estate in your overall financial planning. “As you consider your strategy for housing as you age, remember that your approach may have to adjust over time,” says Watson.”What works today in terms of independent living, living with family, assisted living, or skilled nursing may not serve your needs indefinitely.” Explore the benefits of staying put There are many reasons why aging in place can be a win. For starters, staying in your home can be less expensive than moving to an assisted-living community. There are the upfront costs of moving, an often steep entrance fee, and monthly payments for room and board, which can easily top $3,000 a month or more. Even more important are the psychological payoffs of not moving away from one’s friends, medical

professionals, and faith community. Though these factors are hard to place a financial value on, they are a vital component of healthy aging. Do a home safety check “The first step in an aging-in-place plan is to run a complete safety check of your home to identify hazards,” says Watson. “The good news is that many of the improvements that make it safer to stay in your house can be relatively easy and inexpensive.” Sullivan’s children did just that. They walked around her house with an eye for any potential hazards that might cause trouble should her vision or mobility begin to deteriorate. Then they hired a home modification professional to help make needed changes. Many of the improvements that may make it easier to stay in your house — such as raising electrical outlets to make them more accessible, and installing brighter outdoor lighting — aren’t expensive. Assess transportation If you are at the point that you can no longer drive or walk to the grocery store or reach other important services, consider other transportation options. You may need to make other arrangements, such as ride sharing with friends and neighbors, or transportation assistance that many companion-care services offer. When it comes to groceries and getting things like prescriptions filled, automatic delivery or online delivery can be a great option. A family or friend can help manage orders and accounts and can track order history to help make sure you get what you need. Tap into a supportive community or network Isolation can be a stumbling block to aging well. And it can creep up slowly. No matter how safe the inside of a home is, if there isn’t enough interaction with a community, a plan can fall apart. Part of aging in place successfully is being able to stay connected, and not fall into the depression that many people experience because they are isolated. Getting comfortable on a computer so you connect online with your children, grandkids, and others is a good strategy. You might also investigate some of the companionship services available in the community, through websites such as Caregiving.org or tap into local resources. Above photo: Develop a housing strategy that will serve your needs as you age. And equally as important, especially through the Covid-19 crisis and now as we emerge from it, avoid isolation. Find ways to stay in contact with friends, family, and neighbors on a daily basis — both via technology and in person.

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Live on your own terms and maintain the quality of life you want — at every age Terms like ‘active’ and ‘successful’ are increasingly used to describe aging, especially with baby boomers refusing to ride off into the proverbial sunset in a wheelchair like their parents did. Instead, aging is being viewed as a privilege and an opportunity to truly enjoy those golden years. But with health concerns and memory loss anxieties looming in the back of many seniors’ minds, it can be hard to age gracefully without a bit of worry. However, with just a few lifestyle habits and hobbies, you can thrive in your senior years, making 70 the new 50. Get Moving Physical movement and exercise has been linked to a decreased risk of depression in seniors and has been linked as a complement to medication therapy for major depression. Further, physical activity can lead to decreased obesity, diabetes, and even memory issues. It’s a winwin situation anytime you lace up your shoes and head out for some physical activity. Keep in mind that your exercise doesn’t have to be rigorous - though many seniors love a good run or long swim; you can simply hit the pavement for a neighborhood walk or do a Silver Sneakers class at your local gym. Try yoga, tai chi, swimming, ballroom dancing, walking, running, biking, or any other activity that you love and gets your muscles moving. Learn something new You are never too old to learn, and many seniors over the age of 65 are choosing to learn a new skill or language as they enter retirement. Check out local colleges to see if they offer a senior discount or the option for you to audit courses that sound interesting to you. Or your nearby senior center. You’ll find plenty of educational programming available there too. Learning any new skill or language can be beneficial to keeping your brain functions sharp (if you use it, you don’t lose it) and you will find yourself being proud of your new learning as well.

Meet Some New Faces Socialization plays a major role in active and successful aging. Isolation can be easier to slip into as you age, and clearly even more of a concern once the pandemic took hold and upended our lives. Friends have moved away or passed away, and it can be easy to spend an entire day or two — or even days — at home alone without anyone to talk to. However, isolation has negative consequences, including an increased chance of depression and memory issues. Active and conscious socialization are the only way to be sure that you aren’t intentionally isolating yourself. Find friends or peers that enjoy hobbies that you do, host coffee dates at your home, or plan weekly outings for your group of pals, now that we are emerging from the pandemic. Developing and nurturing your support system is crucial as you age. Focus On Hobbies Retirement is great in that it opens up time for you to explore your hobbies and other opportunities. However, if you don’t fill that newly opened free time, you can end up bored, depressed, and feeling like you don’t have a purpose. Try out new hobbies or dive further into a hobby that you’ve always enjoyed. That could even be pottery, writing or even joining a book club. Hit The Road Travel is a perk of retirement. Now that you have the time to hit the road, be sure you do it! See local sites, take day trips, or even plan excursions to more exotic locales, now that our world is returning to normalcy. Either way, you will get physical exercise, learn something new and meet new people — a trifecta that is sure to keep you aging well. Plus, traveling is fun!

Above photo: Those “golden years” can be fulfilling years. Push yourself to stay young no matter how old you are.

Older and lonely here is a public health threat looming across the United States that’s not visible to most but affects nearly half of all Americans daily: loneliness. Social isolation is as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day and is twice as harmful as obesity. It’s always been an issue among the aging population, but it’s become even more concerning since the pandemic took hold and upended our lives. Seniors can suffer from prolonged loneliness that can quickly manifest into more serious issues. Worst of all, loneliness is a contributing factor in senior suicides, which are rising in the U.S. While it is not something people like to think about, now more than ever, Americans must remove the stigma around mental health and spread awareness to better combat loneliness. Loneliness does not have to be synonymous with getting older or with aging in place. Make an effort keep loneliness — and its negative health effects — at bay. Intervene early: Spotting loneliness in yourself or someone you love can be difficult. The most common physical and behavioral signs of loneliness include persistent sadness, impaired cognitive performance, lower self-esteem, or lack of motivation and energy. Early intervention can positively affect one’s quality of life, so it’s important to address these symptoms as soon as possible before they become overwhelming. Leverage technology: Technology can play a key role in reducing loneliness, ensuring seniors are always connected to loved ones and care

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teams who can monitor and interact with them. Over the last few years, older adults have made up the fastest growing segment of the online population. More and more people over the age of 60 are going online and connecting with the world through outlets such as Facebook, Google, Yahoo and Youtube. They are emailing, texting and even blogging, and it is having a positive impact on their lives, allowing them to communicate with family more often, reconnect with old friends, keep up with community developments and stay connected with others who share similar interests. And since the start of the pandemic, zooming with loved ones and friends. Phone applications also represent major advancements in technology that help both seniors and caregivers in a number of ways. With any basic smartphone, seniors can now keep track of things like whether or not they’ve taken their medication, monitor vital signs such as heart rate and respiration, as well as keep track of their location and help them navigate where they want to go. Make a connection: Connecting with people, purpose and passions will help eliminate feelings of isolation. Consider organizing a reoccurring social gathering, such as a book club or a group fitness class. Explore local activities organized by your library or senior community center. Above photo: Too much time alone can be bad for your health, but modern technology can help keep you connected.

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The roughly 33-foot long St. John’s Episcopal Hospital’s new mobile health unit stood idle in the Far Rockaway facility’s parking lot on May 19, but its engine is expected to be revved up to bring at least 15 different medical services to people on the Rockaway Peninsula. At a public unveiling of the new vehicle that St. John’s purchased through a collaboration with the Mill Neck Family of Organization, which includes the Mill Neck School for the Deaf, the Mill Neck Foundation, Mill Neck Manor and two other service groups. Noting that the peninsula is primarily an underserved community when it comes to health services, St. John’s Chief Executive Officer Jerry Walsh said that the vehicle, which resembles a city bus and could be considered a recreational vehicle, will play a vital role to increase access to medical services. “This community has suffered,” Walsh said.” They suffered through Covid. They have suffered through insufficient access for years to services. And over the last five or six years, we’ve really tried to change that. And we have been changing that, and this van will help us literally take our show on the road, and provide those services to people who have transportation issues, and other issues that might prevent them from making it to the hospital or one of our ambulatory centers to get care.” Walsh said that St. John’s has multiple practices throughout the Rockaways, including a “major presence” in the building on 105th street with the hospital occupying 75 percent of the building.

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LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF ATLANTIC BEACH NOTICE OF ELECTION RESOLVED, that the General Village Election shall take place on June 15, 2021 at the Village Hall, 65 The Plaza, Atlantic Beach, New York between the hours of 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the names and addresses of candidates and offices for which nominated are as follows: Atlantic Beach Integrity Party Trustee 2-Year Term Patricia Beaumont, 174 Coronado Street Trustee 2-Year Term - Andrew J. Rubin, 86 Albany Boulevard Village Court Justice 4 -Year Term -Michael C. Meyerson, 89 Kings Avenue DATED: May 21, 2021 EMILY SINISCALCHI, VILLAGE CLERK FOLLOWING ADDED FOR WEBSITE ONLY: NOTE: one (1) Mayor for two(2) year term two (2) Trustees for two(2) year term 126105 LEGAL NOTICE Aviso Legal Pueblo de Atlantic Beach Aviso de Elección Se resuelve que las Elecciones Generales del Pueblo se llevarán a cabo el 15 de Junio del 2021 en el Village Hall, 65 The Plaza, Atlantic Beach, Nueva York entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. Los nombres,direcciones y cargo de los candidatos nominados son los siguientes: Fiesta de la integridad de Atlantic Beach Fideicomisaria Termino de 2 años Patricia Beaumont, 174 Coronado Street Fideicomisaria Termino de 2 años Andrew J. Rubin, 86 Albany Boulevard Corte de Justicia Comunal Termino de 4 años Michael C. Meyerson, 89 Kings Avenue Fecha: Mayo 21 del 2021 Emily Siniscalchi, Empleada del Pueblo 126106 LEGAL NOTICE Inwood, New York contractor of the date, INVITATION TO BID 11096. time and location of the LETTER Bids must be prepared pre-work conference that Inwood Fire District 188 and submitted using the must take place before Doughty Blvd. bid forms provided and any work can begin. Inwood, New York 11096 must be typed or printed, Upon satisfactory 05/18/2021 then signed in ink. completion of the prePublicly Advertised Bid All bids received by the work conference, Inwood Re: Bid Proposal for deadline shall be Fire District will issue a Exterior Concrete reviewed by Inwood Fire “Notice to Proceed,” Replacement District. All bids must which must be executed To Whom It May Concern: include all requested by the selected contractor Inwood Fire District will work items, conform to as well. be accepting bid the project Thank you for your proposals for the above standards/specifications consideration of this referenced project. Bids and be responsive, invitation to bid. must be received by no accurate, and cost Sincerely, later than 06/15/2021 at reasonable. Inwood Fire District Manager 10 AM. Bids received District will select the Inwood Fire District after this date and/or contractor to perform all 126102 time will not be accepted work required and the PUBLIC AND and will be returned contract will be executed LEGAL NOTICES… unopened to the sender. between Inwood Fire Printed in this publication District and the winning The purpose of this can be found online. To project is to remove and contractor. search by publication name, replace existing concrete You are reminded to bid go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com truck ramp. Key only on those items designated on the work components of this TO PLACE AND AD CALL write up form. In the project include: 516-569-4000 x 232 event the owner should Demolition and removal LEGAL NOTICE of an existing concrete request additional work VILLAGE OF LAWRENCE or deletion of any work firetruck ramp, sidewalk LEGAL NOTICE from the write-up, or and apron. The area is SEALED BIDS will be should you feel additional approximately 14.5’ X 64’ received by the Board of work is required, those @ 8” thickness to be Trustees of the replaced. The apron is 2’ items, along with costs, Incorporated Village of shall be listed on a X 86’ @ 8” thickness. all Lawrence, 196 Central separate piece of paper or dimensions are Avenue, Lawrence, New letterhead stationery. All approximate and to be York 11559 up to 11:00 additional items will be field verified prior to A.M., on Tuesday, June 8, considered separately submitting a bid. A sketch 2021, at which time they from the base bid and of the area is available for will be publicly opened consideration of any viewing in the Inwood for the following: changes will be Fire District office when Proposal for playground negotiated with the field checking the work equipment within the owner after the bid area. Village of Lawrence. opening. If you are interested in Specifications can be Inwood Fire District has submitting a bid, it obtained from this office the right to reject any and should be delivered to the by sending an email to all bids at their sole name and address listed gcastro@villageoflawrenc discretion. Should you below in a sealed e.org as of the date of have any questions or envelope labeled as this notice. Sealed bids concerns about any of the follows: must be returned to this items on the work writeInwood Fire District 188 office by 11 a.m., June up, please contact Doughty Blvd. 8th, at which time they Inwood Fire District for Inwood, New York 11096 will be publicly clarification prior to Bid Submission Attn: opened. bidding. You are Dennis Verriello reminded that your bid To receive the full bid All bid specifications may should be inclusive of all package, interested be obtained at the taxes, fees, permits and bidders MUST schedule a Lawrence Village Hall, all other costs. site visit by contacting 196 Central Avenue, Upon selection of the Dennis Verriello at Lawrence, New York winning contractor, (516) 239 4324. Visits will 11559 (516-239-4600 Inwood Fire District will be scheduled between x1015) Monday through send a bid award notice 05/25/2021 and Friday, between the hours to the selected contractor. 06/08/2021 at Inwood of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 The bid award notice will Fire District Headquarters, P.M., beginning Thursday, advise the selected 188 Doughty Blvd., May 27, 2021.

Proposals must be in writing, signed by the party making the bid, contained in a securely sealed, post paid wrapper, addressed to the Village Administrator, Inc. Village of Lawrence, 196 Central Avenue, Lawrence, New York 11559, marked with the applicable bid name. Bids are to actually be received at the said place on or before the day and hour stated. Proposals will be publicly opened and read at the time stated by the Village Administrator and the contract awarded by the Board of Trustees within thirty (30) days thereafter. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids and subject to the foregoing will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. BY: Ronald Goldman Village Administrator Dated: May 21, 2021 126108

LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF HEWLETT HARBOR NOTICE OF MONTHLY MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Hewlett Harbor will meet via Zoom on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 5:00PM, Eastern Standard Time, for the purpose of holding the Village’s regular monthly meeting. An agenda for the meeting will be made available to the public on the Village Website. Due to social distancing guidelines, occupancy of Village Hall is limited. Therefore, all public Board of Trustees meetings until further notice will be conducted via Zoom. All residents wishing to attend or speak should visit the Village website at www.hewlettharbor.org for further Zoom instructions. Dated: Hewlett Harbor, New York May 21, 2021 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF HEWLETT HARBOR MICHAEL RYDER VILLAGE CLERK 126113 PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF HEWLETT HARBOR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Hewlett Harbor will hold a public hearing via ZOOM on June 10, 2021 at 5:00pm on the question of adopting the following local law: Local Law No. 2 - 2021: A local law “tree ordinance” as it pertains to dangerous trees and tree protection.

This local law may be examined at any time during 9AM - 2PM at the office of the Village Clerk of the Incorporated Village of Hewlett Harbor at Village Hall, 449 Pepperidge Road, Hewlett Harbor, New York. All residents and professionals wishing to attend the public hearing 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. At such hearing, all interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard. MICHAEL RYDER Village Clerk Dated: May 21, 2021 126115

Two (2) Trustees, for a term of two (2) years each The following are the names and addresses of the persons who have been duly nominated in accordance with the provisions of the Election Law: Two (2) Trustees, for terms of two (2) years each: Alex Salomon 223 Woodside Drive Hewlett Bay Park Hewlett, N.Y. 11557 Jay Levy 105 Everit Avenue Hewlett Bay Park Hewlett, N.Y. 11557 By Order of the Board of Trustees Michelle Blandino, Village Clerk Dated: May 21, 2021 126098

LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF LAWRENCE Notice of Collector Take notice that I, the undersigned Village Clerk-Treasurer and Collector of Taxes in and for the Village of Lawrence, Nassau County, NY have received the Tax Roll and Warrant for the collection of taxes for the period from June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022 and I will attend the Village Office, 196 Central Avenue, Lawrence, NY from June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022 from 8 AM until 4 PM for each such day, Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays excluded, for the purpose of receiving taxes assessed upon such roll. All taxes received during that time will be received without fee or penalty, except as follows: on all such first half taxes remaining unpaid after July 1, 2021, five percent will be added for the first month and an additional one percent each month and fraction thereafter until paid. On all such second half taxes remaining unpaid after December 31, 2021, five percent will be added for the first month and an additional one percent each month and fraction thereafter until paid. Ronald Goldman Village Clerk-Treasurer Lina Fusco Deputy Village Treasurer Dated: May 18, 2021 126100

LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF WOODSBURGH LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF NOMINATIONS FOR VILLAGE ELECTION VILLAGE OF WOODSBURGH NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the General Election of the Village of WOODSBURGH will be held on June 15, 2021, at the Keystone Yacht Club, Woodmere Blvd., Woodmere, New York. Polls will open at Noon, and remain open continuously thereafter until 9:00 p.m., at which time they will close. The offices and terms to be filled at such election are as follows: One (1) Mayor, for term of two (2) years Two (2) Trustees, for term of two (2) years each One (1) Village Justice, for term of four (4) years The following are the names and addresses of the persons who have been duly nominated in accordance with the provisions of the Election Law: One (1) Mayor for term of two (2) years: Lee. A. Israel 163 Woodmere Blvd Woodsburgh Woodmere, New York 11598 Two (2) Trustees for terms of two (2) years each: Jacob Harman 135 Willow Road Woodsburgh Woodmere, NY 11598 Alan Hirmes 25 Wood Lane Woodsburgh Woodmere, NY 11598 One (1) Village Justice for term of four (4) years Brian K. Ziegler 189 Bay Drive Woodsburgh Woodmere, NY 11598 By Order of the Board of Trustees Michelle Blandino, Village Clerk Dated: May 21,2021 126099

LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF HEWLETT BAY PARK LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF NOMINATIONS FOR VILLAGE ELECTION VILLAGE OF HEWLETT BAY PARK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the general election of the Village of HEWLETT BAY PARK will be held on June 15, 2021, at Village Hall, 30 Piermont Avenue, Hewlett, New York. Polls will open at Noon, and remain open continuously thereafter until 9:00 p.m., at which time they will close. The offices and terms to be filled at such election are as follows:

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LEGAL NOTICE SANITARY DISTRICT NO. 1 TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Town Law, the Nassau County Civil Divisions Act and a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of Sanitary District No. 1, Town of Hempstead, New York, an election will be held by the qualified voters of Sanitary District No. 1, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, on July 8, 2021 between the hours of 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. at the premises of Sanitary District No. 1, One Bay Boulevard, Lawrence, New York, for the purpose of electing one resident of Sanitary District No. 1 as a member of the Board of Commissioners for a term of five (5) years. A copy of the aforesaid Resolution is on file with and may be inspected during normal business hours, at the premises of Sanitary District No. 1, One Bay Boulevard, Lawrence, New York. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that nominations for the office of Commissioner shall be made by petition subscribed by at least twenty-five (25) registered voters of the Sanitary District, addressed to and filed with the Secretary to the Board of Commissioners at least thirty (30) days prior to the election. Such petition shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate and the specific vacancy of the Board of Commissioners for which the candidate is nominated, which description shall include at least the length of the term of office. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that the inspectors of election of this Sanitary District shall meet on Monday, June 21, 2021, between the hours of 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. at the premises of Sanitary District No. 1, One Bay Boulevard, Lawrence, New York, for the purpose of preparing a register of the qualified voters of this District for the said annual District election, at which time any person shall be entitled to have his/her name placed on such register provided that at such meeting of the inspectors of elections, he/she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the inspectors of election to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the annual District election for which such register is prepared. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that the register shall include all qualified voters of the District who shall personally present themselves for registration and voters permanently registered

with the Board of Elections of the County of Nassau on or before the 23rd day immediately preceding said election of July 8, 2021. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that applications for absentee ballots for the annual District election may be applied for at the office of the Secretary to the Board of Commissioners. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available at the office of the Secretary to the Board of Commissioners during regular office hours and until the day of the election, and such list will also be posted at the polling place during the election. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SANITARY DISTRICT NO. 1 TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, NEW YORK James J. Vilardi, Chairman Board of Commissioners Dated:May 12, 2021 126118 LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF HEWLETT NECK LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF NOMINATIONS FOR VILLAGE ELECTION VILLAGE OF HEWLETT NECK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the general election of the Village of HEWLETT NECK will be held on June 15, 2021, at the Keystone Yacht Club, Woodmere Blvd., Woodmere, New York. Polls will be open at Noon, and remain open continuously thereafter until 9:00 p.m., at which time they will close. The offices and terms to be filled at such election are as follows: Two (2) Trustees, for terms of two (2) years each The following are the names and addresses of the persons who have been duly nominated in accordance with the provisions of the Election Law: Two (2) Trustees, for terms of two (2) years each: Michael Levine 158 Woodmere Blvd. Hewlett Neck Woodmere, New York 11598 Kenneth Frenkel 955 Madison Road Hewlett Neck Woodmere, New York 11598 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Michelle Blandino, Village Clerk Dated: May 21, 2021 126097 PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

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LEGAL NOTICE HEWLETT-WOODMERE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT 1 JOHNSON PLACE WOODMERE, NEW YORK 11598-1312 LEGAL NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Board of Education of the Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District, Woodmere, New York 11598-1312 hereby invites the submission of sealed bids for: TRANSPORTATION OF STUDENTS TO PUBLIC AND NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS WITHIN AND OUTSIDE OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR SUMMER 2021 AND THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR. Bids will be received up to 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 15, 2021 The opening of bids shall be video recorded on June 15, 2021 and such recording shall be available for viewing via link on the District’s website on June 16, 2021. Mailing envelope and bid envelope must be addressed to: Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District Attn: Business Office / Renee Schutzman 1 Johnson Place, Room 308 Woodmere, New York 11598 Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the above address during school hours. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject all bids and re-advertise. Bids will remain firm for a period of forty-five (45) days following the date of the opening and shall thereafter remain firm unless the Bidder provides written notice to the School District’s Purchasing Office that the Bid has been withdrawn. Debra Sheinin, President Board of Education TO BE PUBLISHED: Thursday, May 27, 2021 in the NASSAU HERALD. 126012

LEGAL NOTICE INC. VILLAGE OF CEDARHURST LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Planning Board of the Village of Cedarhurst will hold a public hearing on Monday June 7, 2021 at 8:00 PM in the Village Hall, 200 Cedarhurst Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY for the following: Subdivision / Lot Line Change between the following properties Petition of Jack Guttman Premises: 588 Park Avenue Cedarhurst, NY 11516 Sec. 39, Block 260, Lot 303,321,326 & 328 Petition of David & Pennia Klein Premises: 255 Oakwood Avenue Cedarhurst, NY 11516 Sec. 39 Block 260 Lot 316 FURTHER NOTICE that all interested persons will have an opportunity to be heard at said hearing. Dated: May 26, 2021 Cedarhurst, NY Benjamin Weinstock Mayor Salvatore Evola Village Clerk-Treasurer 126101

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LEGAL NOTICE SANITARY DISTRICT NO. 1 TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD RESOLUTION AS TO ANNUAL ELECTION FOR OFFICE OF COMMISSIONER(S) RESOLVED, that candidates for the office of Commissioner shall file their names with the Secretary of the Board of Commissioners of Sanitary District No. 1, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, at Bay Boulevard, Lawrence, New York, at least thirty (30) days prior to July 8, 2021, and that such nominations must be submitted in petition form in conformance with the applicable provisions of the Election Law of the State of New York, subscribed by twenty-five (25) registered voters of the District. Such petition shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate and the specific vacancy on the Board of Commissioners for which the candidate is nominated, which description shall include at least the length of the term of office. Each vacancy shall be considered a separate office, and a separate petition shall be required to nominate a candidate to each separate office. No person shall be nominated for more than one separate office on the Board of Commissioners.

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the ballots to be prepared for the election of District officers shall specify the names of the candidates duly filed and, in addition, to provide proper blank spaces for each office to be filled at the election of July 8, 2021. FURTHER RESOLVED, that in compliance with Section 213-a of the Town Law, preparation of the voter register for the July 8, 2021 election to the office of Commissioner(s) of this District shall be conducted on June 21, 2021, on which date the inspectors of election shall meet to commence the preparation of the register between the hours of 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the offices of Sanitary District No. 1, One Bay Boulevard, Lawrence, New York. The register shall include all qualified voters of the District who shall personally present themselves for registration and voters permanently registered with the Board of Elections of the County of Nassau on or before the 23rd day immediately preceding said election of July 8, 2021. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SANITARY DISTRICT NO. 1 TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, NEW YORK Irving J. Kaminetsky, Secretary Dated:May 12, 2021 126117

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, on the 20th day of May, 2021, subject to permissive referendum as provided for by the General Municipal Law. An extract of the resolution is as follows: THE WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT SHALL PURCHASE A NEW CHIEF’S VEHICLE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT AT A COST, INCLUDING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH SUCH TRANSACTION NOT TO EXCEED EIGHTY THOUSAND ($80,000.00) DOLLARS WITH FUNDS FROM THE FIREMATIC EQUIPMENT AND APPARATUS CAPITAL RESERVE FUND. This resolution shall not take effect until thirty (30) days, unless in the meanwhile a permissive referendum as provided by the General Municipal Law is required to be held.

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There will be a General Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Inwood Fire District as follows: Time:7:00 P.M. Date: Thursday, June 10, 2021 Place:DISTRICT OFFICE Rose Lynch District Clerk 126104

Dated: May 20, 2021 BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD ATTEST: DAVID HALLER Secretary 126107

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Inwood Fire District in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, New York, at a meeting held on the 13th of May 2021, duly adopted the following two (2) Resolutions, subject to permissive referendum: the Resolutions are authorizing expenditures of monies from the Inwood Fire District Capital Reserve, Building fund. (1). To replace an original concrete fire truck ramp, sidewalk and apron located exterior on the southside of the Inwood Fire District Headquarters building. The cost of the project and associated construction are not to exceed the amount of $70,000. (2). The Board also having previously approved the replacement purchase and installation of the Emergency backup power system (generator) for the headquarter’s location at the cost of the project, associated wiring and hardware at a not to exceed expenditure of $140,000. $70,000 coming from an approved Dormitory Authority State of New York (DASNY) grant, and $70,000 from the District Capital Reserve Building Fund. Due to construction cost increases and rising equipment costs, the maximum not to exceed limitation is to be increased from $140,000 to $190,000, with $70,000 coming from the (DASNY) grant and $120,000 from the Inwood Capital reserve Building Fund. A complete copy of both Resolutions summarized herewith is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Office of the Inwood Fire District Secretary for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice. Dated: Inwood, New York 21 May, 2021 /s/Anthony Rivelli, Fire District Secretary 126103

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Something I struggle with is Covid-19. I know that I am not alone, because right now the entire world is struggling with Covid. We are having a pandemic. Covid-19 makes people really sick. People suffer from the infection of the virus. Both of my parents were infected by the Covid virus and I was sad, my mom got it first. Then a few days after that, my dad got very sick. My mom got over it at home, but my dad had to go to the hospital. He had double pneumonia, along with Covid-19. He is still alive, but needs an oxygen machine because he still has trouble breathing. Covid-19 makes people feel sad and afraid. For example, when my mom and dad got Covid, I was afraid they might die. I am so glad that they survived it. Covd-19 makes it hard to go to school. My life has changed a lot this year. At the beginning of the year, I had to go to online school one week, and in-school another week. I really wanted to go to school every day. When I go to school, things are very different. For example, when I wake up my mom takes my temperature and fills out my daily health form. I don’t go to school until 9:30 a.m., way later than

usual. My parents drop me off and I have to line up on a blue line in the hall. I wait until I hear Mrs. Beckmann calls out my name. Then she looks at my health form to see if I am good to go to school. When I get to class, I have to put up a sneeze shield on my desk. I also have to keep my mask on for a long time. I have to be 6-feet away from my friends and stay behind by sneeze shield when I am working at my desk. During lunch I have to eat in my classroom. It’s hard not being able to eat in the cafeteria. For a long time, we couldn’t even go outside for recess! I missed being on the playground and running around at recess with my friends. Now things are getting a little better. I can go to school every day and we go outside for recess. But this has not been an easy school year. As you can see, Covid-19 causes a lot of trouble. Hopefully, the virus will go away. But if that doesn’t happen, I hope that everybody gets the vaccine. Then the world will go back to normal.

ovid-19 makes people feel sad and afraid. For example, when my mom and dad got Covid I was afraid they might die.

Joseph Riccardi is a fourth-grader at Lawrence Elementary School. Jacqueline Beckmann is the assistant principal at Lawrence Elementary.

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general, is a leading indicator of how the economy is doing, especially because so many other jobs and industries are bolstered by the demands of construction. Everything from construction materials, food, work clothing, tools, transportation and furnishings is tied to an onte eeper upward trend in construction. But there’s often more to the story than just one aspect, and in the case of construction materials, that’s also the case. Even though the pandemic created a slump in demand, since construction was ordered to a halt in the spring of 2020, when it slowly started up again, manufacturing was slower to respond because of a potential longer-lasting recession that was being anticipated. With the jobless rate extremely high and goods and services anticipated to be very slow to recover, many producers opted to reduce inventory, so there ended up being a lack of goods to ship when orders streamed in. That was the supply-anddemand part of the equation. Supply dropped, so the cost of what was available increased. But there’s much more to the story, as there almost always is. I’m always amazed, as a student of history, by how much an individual can affect a large population. Personalities and their special knowledge, or lack thereof, can also have an effect. Just the utterance of derogatory statements, namecalling and undiplomatic bashing can have a subtle but far-reaching effect. Adding tariffs, to “level the playing field,” is another possible reason for the soaring, tripling of costs for items such as lumber and cement. According to the National Association of Home Builders, the average cost of a new single-family home has increased by $24,000 since April 2020. In a reversal from less than a year ago, the Commerce Department has taken action to reduce the tariffs imposed on softwood lumber from 20 percent to 9 percent, and is addressing other construction materials that affect home prices. While it will take the summer to see prices adjust, there’s hope that the cost of lumber will come down again. Many consumers were reluctant but determined to forge ahead with their planned projects. I haven’t seen anyone decide to wait. If you decide to hold out a little longer, take the time to make more specific decisions about things like door hardware, plumbing fixtures and types and styles of finishes. Give reasonable time to the permitting process and avoid, if possible, the stress that most customers impose on themselves. My best clients made files of items they selected, including colors and where to buy. Good luck!

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hursday is my birthday, and I must confess that I’m approaching it with mixed feelings. I’m not afraid of getting older, because there are only two choices. I’m extremely grateful for my beautiful family, and all the love and respect they give me throughout the year. But the state of the world around me is unsettling, and it’s hard to ignore if you care about the future of this planet. Let me start with the good side. I get up each day feeling that I JERRY can reinvent myself and do KREMER something different, and that’s how I have lived my life. Thirty-plus years of public service have been very rewarding. Continuing my professional life is energizing. Being active in politics, and trying to make new laws from afar, is part of what keeps me motivated. But once I search the internet or turn the pages of the few newspapers still in print, things

change dramatically. We all know the political system is broken and the country is badly divided. What is more distressing is that there is no one person or group out there that is capable of fixing things, because the divisions are so deep. Let’s start with the U.S. Congress. There are 535 elected officials showing up each day at the Capitol, and many of them are happy to do nothing. Politics has always been about power, but in my lifetime, the powerful have occasionally done some great things. It’s one thing to do nothing, but on top of it, many of the players are just nasty. The meanness didn’t start in recent weeks. It dates back to the mid1990s, when Newt Gingrich became speaker of the House. He told his Republican colleagues that there could be no bipartisanship. He directed them not to sponsor legislation with any Democrats, and declared the Democratic Party the enemy. It took only a year or two before that same meanness trickled down into almost every legislative

body in the country. In my eyes, there are two Republican parties. Here on Long Island there are Republicans and Democrats who talk to each other, even if they can’t agree on everything. There are hundreds of local officials who show up at work each day and serve all the people without any distinction. I can name dozens of officials on the other side of the aisle whom I consider to be friends. They are pleasant and willing to talk about projects and programs. We can’t always agree on everything, but they are civil and gracious. At the highest level of government, however, life is a daily slugfest. There are so many examples of government malpractice that it’s hard to pick the top one. The most current one is the attempt to create a bipartisan commission to investigate the January 6 insurrection, when hundreds of people stormed the U.S. Capitol and five people died in the process. Even Stevie Wonder could tell you that this was an attempt to overthrow the government

asking in the warmth of loved ones, but unable to ignore national madness.

and stop the certification of the 2020 election. Yet there are numerous Republicans, including many who were hiding under their desks, who are now in deliberate denial about the entire event. We have gone through a horrible period of lockdowns and widespread death as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Every reputable medical voice urged us to take all necessary precautions to protect ourselves and our loved ones. In the face of all of this national distress, the wearing of a simple mask became a political statement, and millions of people currently refuse to get a vaccination that could save their lives. So as I celebrate my birthday, I will bask in the warmth of my loved ones and close friends, and pray for continued good health. But at the same time, I am unable to ignore the national madness that is engulfing this great country called the United States of America. 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.

What is Memorial Day about, if not memories?

emorial Day events will take on new urgency this year as a kind of collective antiinsurrection rally. Political stability fractured on Jan. 6 when a mob stormed the U.S. Capitol at the urging of former President Donald Trump. As our friends on the other side of the pond said in a headline posted by The Guardian, it was “ANARCHY IN THE USA.” That week, I wrote, “Even though I saw the mob storming the Capitol in real RANDI time, I still could KREISS not fully absorb the impact of what was happening. Trump followers were incited by the president of the United States to loot and destroy the Capitol building because, inside, a fully legitimate election was about to be formally signed and sealed.” The subsequent sound and fury distorted the disturbing truth of that day: Americans went to D.C. to thwart the processes of an orderly transfer of power. Our democracy stands, but it is wob-

bling. As divided as we are, when we gather in our communities on Memorial Day and honor a common past, I hope we can summon the best of ourselves. I hope we can agree that the Jan. 6 insurrection, the violent manifestation of our political division, was an anomaly and must never happen again. All my life, in the weeks leading up to Memorial Day (and I am going back decades), we could hear the marching band from Hewlett High School, several blocks away, practicing for the parade. In those days we had both a patriotic and a personal interest. One year our son, Jason, played clarinet in the Franklin Elementary School band. We walked from our house to stand on Central Avenue in Woodmere and watch as the band halted at the Hewlett Veterans Memorial for a brief ceremony. Jason did his bit, catching my eye from the corner of his as he marched by. Men and women who had fought in World Wars I and II, Korea and Vietnam gathered in their old uniforms to pay their respects. We have always been a country divided, lurching forward in fits and starts toward common democratic values and

respect for commonly held truths. But on Memorial Day it always seemed important to put our hands to our hearts and bless the memory of the servicemen and women who died fighting for this country. My wish is that we gather again this Memorial Day to honor them and remember what those battles were about: equal rights for all our citizens, freedom from authoritarianism, respect for the truth and the integrity of our voting system. Memorial Day was established in 1868 by General John A. Logan, a Union general in the Civil War. He called for a nationwide day of remembrance on May 30. He urged people to decorate the graves of “comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion.” So our common holiday identified the confederacy as a rebellion. Today, 153 years later, we are still riven by rebellion, civil and uncivil. The January insurrection, a direct hit on the Capitol, made us seem closer than ever to losing the way of life and the kind of government we have fought to preserve. The threads of our Democracy are twisted and frayed; heaven

emember not only those who died, but what the battles were about.

help us if they break. I plan to attend a Memorial Day event to honor our past and commit to our common future. Wherever you live, you can find a parade this year or a memorial ceremony. You can listen to the sounds of the marching bands and hear that as the soundtrack of our democracy. Many of the bands and ceremonies were canceled last year because of Covid-19 restrictions. This Memorial Day we will also remember those lost to a pandemic that has wrung this country dry of tears. One loss does not supersede another. Grief abounds. It is the common language of mothers who lost sons in battle and children who lost parents to a pandemic. Memorial Day is our moment to come together, to heal the wounds of Jan. 6, to heal the sadness of this year. I asked what Memorial Day is about, if not memories, and I know it is about love of country, not just in one’s heart, but also as reason to participate. It is about getting up and out to the parade in your town, one foot in front of the other, to stand together and remember what it means to live in a free country and the need to defend that freedom, from threats here and abroad. Copyright 2021 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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Mixed emotions on my birthday

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Hurricane season starts June 1 — be prepared

he official start of the Atlantic Ocean hurricane season is June 1 — next Tuesday. From now through November, we must be prepared for a storm to come out of nowhere and wreak havoc across Long Island, as Tropical Storm Isaias proved last summer. It was a swift-moving tempest that slammed Nassau County with heavy winds, knocking down more than a thousand trees and 338 electric and phone lines, leaving tens of thousands of residents without power for days. As denizens of an island that juts 118 miles into the Atlantic, we must hope for the best and be prepared for the worst. Each year, the American Red Cross publishes a hurricane-preparedness checklist. We present it here.

Before a storm ■ Listen to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA, Weather Radio for critical information from the National Weather Service. ■ Make sure you have a three-day supply of water — at least one gallon per day per person. ■ Be sure to have a three-day supply of food on hand. ■ Bring in anything from your yard that can be picked up by the wind, such as bicycles and lawn furniture. ■ Have a flashlight handy with extra batteries, and a battery-powered or handcrank radio. ■ Close windows, doors and hurricane shutters. If you don’t have shutters, board up windows and doors with plywood. ■ Check your first aid kit to ensure that it’s well supplied. ■ Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting and keep them closed as much as possible so food will last longer if the power goes out. ■ Have a seven-day supply of medications and medical items (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses,

syringes, cane).

■ An extra set of car and house keys

■ Turn off propane tanks and unplug small appliances.

■ Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes

■ Fill your vehicle’s gas tank.

■ Insect repellent and sunscreen

■ Gather copies of personal documents (medication lists and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to your home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies).

■ Camera for photos of damage

■ Create an evacuation plan with members of your household. Planning, and practicing, the plan will minimize confusion and fear during the storm. ■ Have cellphones and chargers on hand. ■ Create a family and emergency contact list. ■ Learn about your community’s hurricane response plan. Plan routes to local shelters, register family members with special medical needs and make plans for your pets to be cared for. ■ Evacuate if advised by authorities. Be careful to avoid flooded roads and washedout bridges. ■ Be certain to have baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers). ■ Check pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl). ■ Because standard homeowners insurance does not cover flooding, you should have a flood insurance plan. For more information on flood insurance, visit the National Flood Insurance Program website, www.FloodSmart.gov.

Vital items In your hurricane go bag, you should have: ■ A multi-purpose tool ■ Extra cash ■ Emergency blanket ■ Map(s) of the area ■ Tools and supplies for securing your home

letters First, let’s fix the East River tunnels To the Editor: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s new $10 billion Penn Station Reconstruction Master Plan missed critical issues that are a high priority for commuters. The project fails to add any

new track or platform capacity for Amtrak, NJ Transit, the Long Island Rail Road or future Metro North service. It does nothing to deal with periodic service disruptions because of storm and signal problems in the East River tunnels. These problems also occur between the tunnel portals and Harold interlockings west of the Woodside station. The project does not resolve

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After a storm ■ Continue listening to NOAA Weather Radio or the local news for the latest updates. ■ Stay alert for extended rainfall and subsequent flooding, even after the storm has passed. ■ If you evacuated, return home only when officials say it is safe. ■ Drive only if necessary, and again, avoid flooded roads and washed-out bridges. ■ Stay away from loose or dangling electric lines and report them to the power company. ■ Stay out of any building that has water around it. ■ Inspect your home for damage. Take pictures of any damage, both of the building and its contents, for insurance purposes. ■ Use flashlights, not candles, in the dark. ■ Avoid drinking or preparing food with tap water until you’re sure it’s not contaminated. ■ Check refrigerated food for spoilage. If in doubt, throw it out. ■ Wear protective clothing, and be cautious when cleaning up to avoid injury. ■ Watch pets closely, and keep them under your direct control. ■ Use the phone only for emergency calls. If your community has experienced a hurricane, or any disaster, register on the American Red Cross Safe and Well website, www.RedCross.org/SafeandWell, to let your family and friends know about your welfare.

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o mask or not to mask? That is the question — not only mine, but just about everyone else’s, too. The confusion about the necessity of masks came from the very government agency that is supposed to make sense of these things, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Over a week ago, the CDC announced dramatic changes in the way we live these days: People fully vaccinated against Covid-19 do not need to wear masks or practice physical distancing in virJames tually any indoor setting. BernsTein or outdoor Gov. Andrew Cuomo picked up from there, saying that vaccinated New Yorkers need not mask up, indoors or out. “You are safe,” he intoned. So it’s all over? Covid is gone? Not at all. Remember, the CDC also points out that only about 119 million Americans — about one-third of the population — have been fully vaccinated. To reach herd immunity, the agency says, some 75 to 80 percent of Americans would need to be vaccinated.

So why the abrupt change in guidance? That’s hard to say. But there have been two general reactions: confusion and disbelief. “Frankly, I was shocked,” said Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician, a visiting professor of health policy and management at the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health and a frequent CNN contributor. Same here, Dr. Wen. I’m fully vaccinated, but how do I know if the person standing next to me on the supermarket line is? I see wait staff at some restaurants who are masked. At others, they are not. I walk outside and some people are wearing masks, others are not. Is this what the CDC wanted, or expected? I don’t think many of us did. What happens on the beach this summer? Who’s going to wear a mask, or even socially distance, on the sand? And how about concerts, where young people mostly didn’t wear masks even when the CDC said they should? Same with theaters. Sporting events, weddings, confirmations, bar and bat mitzvahs, funerals and backyard barbecues. The reality is, we were never very good when it came to pandemics. How could we be?

ur experts aren’t speaking with one voice, and we rely on them to get it right.

LeTTers approval of a specific implementation plan with Amtrak to fix critical East River tunnel damage from Superstorm Sandy in 2012. Any new funding would be better spent reopening the old Hilton Passageway, also known as the Gimbels Corridor (the indoor connection from Penn Station to the Herald Square subway and PATH complex), along with long-overdue repairs to the Portal Bridge and the East River and Hudson River tunnels. Improvements supporting safety and reliability of service should come first. LARRY PENNER Great Neck Larry Penner is a transportation advocate, historian and writer who worked for the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 NY Office for 31 years.

Help stop puppy mills To the Editor: The State Senate recently passed a bill to end the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet stores, and I applaud this progress. Many people do not know the tragic origin story of the sweet puppy they bought from a local pet store.

The influenza pandemic of 1918-19 was the most deadly flu outbreak in history, killing up to 50 million people worldwide, including around 675,000 in the U.S. Various state and local governments issued warnings, put out guidance and tried to see that people followed the rules. Many did. Schools were closed, no-spitting ordinances were enforced, and people were encouraged to use handkerchiefs or disposable tissues in public. But, like today, many refused to go along. Some complained that the masks were uncomfortable, ineffective and bad for business. Sound familiar? Even more familiar, some public officials were caught in public not wearing masks. After World War I ended, the sense of patriotism that fueled people to take precautions faded rapidly. There were, like today, some dissenters who even formed an Anti-Mask League in San Francisco. At the time, there was much discussion and debate about the quality of masks, just as there is today. Many masks then were made of gauze, and people didn’t like how they looked. “To entice people to get them to wear them, [cities] were pretty lax in terms of what people could wear,” wrote J. Alex Navarro, assistant director of the Center

for the History of Medicine at the University of Michigan and one of the editors in chief of “The American Influenza Epidemic of 1918-1919: A Digital Encyclopedia.” Just like today, fashion stepped in. “Influenza Veils Set New Fashion: Seattle Women Wearing Fine Mesh With Chiffon Border to Ward Off Malady” was the headline of a story in the Seattle Daily Times in 1918. Historians say that these fashionable masks were not made of the best material and did not much help the cause. To add to the deep feeling of unease among many, we read daily of the horror that the coronavirus has caused in India. Brazil, parts of Europe and Mexico remain hard hit. Are we opening up too quickly? Right now, to me, anyway, our experts appear to be issuing guidelines that may be too early. They do not speak with one voice. And we are relying on them to get it right. Eventually, they, and we, will get it right, and life will resume the way we remember it pre-pandemic. Until then, however, I will mask up. And I will continue to say what we have been saying to one another from the dark beginning: Stay well! Jim Bernstein is editor of the Long Beach Herald. Comments about this column? JBernstein@liherald.com.

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The extent of cruelty involved in legal puppy mills is largely kept quiet to keep profits up and reputations clean. Even the U.S. Department of Agriculture (which regulates commercial animal breeders) removed hundreds of online inspection reports beginning in 2017, so there is even less oversight of commercial breeding facilities. Conditions at puppy mills can be dire: cramped and rusty cages, extreme hot and cold temperatures, injured animals with no socialization, fleas and filth on young animals. There can be great cruelty with little oversight. Commercial breeders can prioritize profit at the cost of the well-being of their animals, and it’s perfectly legal. They can even keep their federal licenses after numerous repeat violations. New Yorkers should make their disapproval of puppy mills clear by asking State Assembly members to support the New York Puppy Mill Pipeline Bill (A.4283) to stop puppy mills from profiting off New York consumers. To my own Assembly member, Michaelle Solages, I say this: Please help get this bill to the governor’s desk. New York pet stores should not be buying into an industry that profits from cruelty. MARINA TIEDEMANN Malverne

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NASSAU HERALD — May 27, 2021

I still plan to mask up

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