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Registering the Orthodox Jewish vote KlalVote aims to increase turnout KlalVote’s focus, Yechiel said, was on getting people out to vote in a nonpartisan way. “As an The presidential election saw organization, we don’t ask peonot only historic voter turnout ple to vote Democrat or Republiacross the country, but also more can — we’re just saying to vote,” participation in the Orthodox he said. “We have enough humilJewish communities ity to acknowledge in the Five Towns that we don’t have and Far Rockaway, the authority to propelled by the nonspeak for the entire partisan voting iniJewish community tiative KlalVote. on political issues. KlalVote was creBut once you vote, ated in October by you have a voice.” Far Rockaway resiFor Rapfogel, the dents Chaim Rapfochief operating offigel and Elie Yechiel. cer of the Rofeh Klal translates to Cholim Cancer Socicommunity in ety, the goal was to Hebrew. The initiaincrease voter turntive is not affiliated out. “We aim to with any specific avoid all controversy social issue or politiby steering clear of cal party. ElIE YEcHIEl political affiliations, “The idea for this Co-founder, KlalVote endorsements or project came from a debates over specific common perception political objectives,” within the local Orthodox com- he said. “We will leave those munity about our perceived lack important issues to others. This of political voice,” said Yechiel, is about voter turnout and gainan attorney. “Much of the coming a voice for our community.” munity came to the conclusion Rapfogel said that KlalVote that voting is the key to acquir- volunteers contacted roughly 70 ing a healthy relationship with synagogues in the Five Towns our elected officials.” Continued on page 12

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HARRIs AVENuE REsIdENTs are angered that the field on their street has been torn up by school buses that have been parked there since September. Above, the field on Nov. 12.

Residents: De-bus our field Damage to recreation area angers many By JEFFREY BEssEN jbessen@liherald.com

Since the beginning of the school year, roughly 60 buses belonging to Brooklyn-based Seth Transportation have been parked on the Harris Avenue field in Inwood, across from the Number Four School in the Lawrence district.

Seth Transportation contracted with the district this school year and is using the field as a bus depot. It was initially thought to be a temporary situation, but the field where community members have played a range of sports through the years is now a torn-up mess, with debris littering the grounds and the once-pristine grass looking

like the aftermath of a monster truck rally. At a small gathering outside a house at 26 Harris Ave. on Nov. 12, four residents and two elected officials decried the situation, which has them asking whether the school district cares about the people who support it with their tax dollars. Continued on page 12

uch of the community came to the conclusion that voting is the key to acquiring a political voice.

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TWo GoFundME’s HAvE raised roughly $29,000 for two families in Meadowmere Park whose houses were damaged in a gas explosion fire on Nov. 1. Looking north on West Avenue at the three houses damaged in the fire.

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A donation goal of $25,000 was set by Lombardo on GoFundMe. As of press time, $26,543 has been donated. “As the After a Meadowmere Park fire donations and support continuously flow destroyed three houses, neighbors went to in on a daily basis, we’d like to reiterate work to lend a helping hand to the fire vic- how truly thankful and touched we are by tims with roughly $29,000 being donated everyone coming together for our family,” to the affected families. Lombardo added. “Their home is being Two GoFundMe money boarded and they’re patientraising efforts were estably awaiting the next steps of lished for those impacted by the process.” Lombardo the fire. Tinamarie Lombarnoted that her relatives are do organized the one for her now temporarily relocated relatives Charlie, Debbie and into a vacant home that was Vinny Lombardo. Marie offered by a neighbor. Rodriguez created the other So far, $2,150 has been GoFundMe for her friend donated for Ellaboudy in the Azza Ellaboudy. fund set up by Rodriguez. The fire on Nov. 1 is The goal has been set at believed to be a gas explo$5,000. “Not only was her sion that originated at 3 home destroyed, but also the South Street between West memories and the sentiand East avenues, officials ments that came with it,” said, that impacted two Rodriguez said. “In this time other homes at 1 and 5 South MARIE of need, we can truly use all Street. All three houses were RodRIGuEz of the support to help out destroyed, officials said. Fundraiser Azza and her family in such Neighbors say the explosion tragic times.” sounded like a bomb. The In addition to the fire call came in at 5:39 a.m. GoFundMe efforts, Meadowmere Park Lombardo said that she and her fiancé, residents have joined together to help Elias, decided to start the fund for her rel- their neighbors. The Ladies Auxiliary atives due to the irreparable damage their began a donation drop off at 1 Meyer Ave. home suffered. “Thankfully, they’re all that will be shared with the families safe and unharmed physically but the fire affected by the fire. Donors can also use and explosion damaged their home Venmo to Jennifer Berghuis-Carrero or beyond repair and all their personal PayPal blueyedjb@yahoo.com. Put House belongings are gone,” Lombardo said. Fire Families in the notes. “Our family appreciates the thoughts, Donations to the GoFundMe’s can be prayers, and donations as they begin to made at: https://bit.ly/32JSOiQ and recover and rebuild a new place to call https://bit.ly/32HALda. home.”

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Before the Veterans Day Ceremony in Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park began a lone brick inscribed “Clyde Schaffer American Legion Law-Ced Post 339” occupied space on a small table adjacent to the lectern. Schaffer was more than a name on a brick said friend Mitch Dancyger. “He was a super nice guy, I enjoyed his company all the time,” said Dancyger, who knew Schaffer for 30 years living on the same Valley Steam street and being fellow Post 339 members. “Just being there for everyone who needed something,” added Dancyger, the post’s 2nd vice commander, saying that no matter what it was, including a ride to the service station to get your car, Schaffer was there. It is three years since Schaffer died at 80, but that has not lessened the emotion Dancyger felt for his friend. “We would B.S. four hours and I miss the hell out of him,” Dancyger said with a catch in his throat, when addressing the audience. “Unfortunately, … and I do miss him a lot Sandy,” he added looking at Schaffer’s widow who attended the ceremony. Held by the park’s war memorial, the remembrance, originally established to commemorate the end of World War I and now celebrates all military veterans had

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SYd MaNdElBauM, coMMaNdER of the Lawrence-Cedarhurst American Legion Post 339, spoke at the Cedarhurst Veterans Day ceremony. several poignant moments. Post 339 Commander Syd Mandelbaum said that veterans “served a country in need” and noted that when he was born in 1950, veterans of the Civil War, the Spanish-American War and WWI were still alive. “We together have made this country stronger,” he said, speaking about his fellow veterans, “and the more we do for

the country hopefully more people will be involved in the service of our country.” With memories of bygone Memorial and Veterans Day parades he watched along Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, Cedarhurst Mayor Benjamin said that this year is the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II and noted many of the military conflicts through his life-

time from the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba in 1961 up to the war against the terrorist group Isis that ended in 2017. Current events enveloped the words of Rabbi Claudio Kupchik from Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst. He expressed appreciation for the veterans service, then launched into saying that “the enemy is not Democrats or Republicans, the enemy is Covid,” noting that the number of new coronavirus cases is “expanding exponentially.” Calling on political leaders to lead through this time of upheaval, Kupchik said: “We have six long, dark months ahead of us,” waiting for a vaccine, “while our country is headed toward an iceberg. You cannot have our flag without the red and the blue and you cannot have our country without the red and the blue.” In the modern political landscape, red is the color aligned with Republicans and blue is for Democrats, as in red and blue states. While Schaffer’s brick started the day alone the rectangular block will be installed the other engraved bricks along the walkway by the war memorial that are dedicated to veterans who served their country. The park is named for longtime Cedarhurst mayor, Andrew Parise. A WWII veteran, Parise died in 2015.

H-W students hear stories from military veterans By MaTTHEW FERREMI mferremi@liherald.com

Five military veterans shared their experiences of serving in the armed forces with Woodmere Middle School students one day before Veterans Day through a virtual discussion that originated from the Hewlett-Woodmere School District’s Woodmere Education Center. The Nov. 10 event included American Legion Post 339 Lawrence-Cedarhurst commander Syd Mandelbaum and other Post 339 members: Pat Alesia, Harry Sidor, Domenick Crici and Mitchell Dancyger. It was moderated by Social Studies Department Chairman John Wimmer. Mandelbaum noted that his upbringing – his parents were Holocaust survivors – inspired him to serve in the armed forces. “When my parents came into the country, they came from Nazi Germany,” he said. “I was brought up patriotic and was very proud of what the country had done for my family. When the time came when I was older, I wanted to serve my country to help win the war in Vietnam.” Alesia served as a brigadier general in the United States Army during the Vietnam War for three years. He continued his service after the war by joining the New York National Guard until his retirement in 2002. Alesia noted the struggles of being away from home for an extended period. “Every day, I would send a letter home but it would take almost a month before they would receive a letter,” he said. “We

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a RouNdTaBlE oF veterans was hosted at the Woodmere Education Center on Nov. 10. From eft were, Syd Mandelbaum, far left, Domenick Crici, Harry Sidor, and Pat Alesia, far right. Mitchell Dancyger is not pictured. also had a radio hookup in a compound. If you got lucky, you can call an operator in California that would direct you to your home phone number.” Sidor enlisted in the Navy in February 1951 during the Korean War. He would serve in the Navy for four years. Sidor discussed the struggles of seeing people die during his service time. “Because of all the aggravation and wars that we went through, a lot of veterans did not survive,” he said. “When I go to a cemetery, I become very teary eyed. I’ve seen too many people die.”

Crici served in the Korean War in the army security agency. “I was 21 when I joined the service and we had a few close calls,” Crici said. “One time a sniper was shooting into our compound, but the good thing was that he was a lousy shot. That was the worst time.” Mandelbaum explained why veterans forge such strong bonds. “As someone who is now involved with Veterans Day and trying to help as many veterans as we can, there’s sacrifices that we veterans have in common,” he said. “The one factor that binds us is that we’ve served our

country. We’ve left our homes, seen people wounded and killed.” Alesia, who also is a member of Nassau County American Legion, added that he considers all veterans his extended family and he feels an obligation to help them. “Veterans Day is a time to thank veterans for their service and the sacrifices they made,” he said. “We always say that America is the land of the free and the home of the brave. I say that America is the land of the free because of the brave.”

NASSAU HERALD — November 19, 2020

By JEFFREY BESSEN

Bonding over challah, Mishmar and tie-dying Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway High School students participated in a schoolwide challah bake on Nov. 6 to celebrate the Shabbat Project. Students carefully followed a recipe and then braided their challot. Students also witnessed and learned about the mitzvah of Hafrashat Challah, in which one separates a piece from the dough, recites a blessing, and burns the piece of dough. One explanation given for this commandment is to remind us that even with all of the human effort required in the challah-making process, from combining ingredients to kneading the dough to baking, we must remember that ultimately the final product is always from God and He is our source of sustenance and life. At the end of the day, students took home their beautiful challot to bake and share with their families on Shabbat. The senior boys enjoyed a festive Mishmar on Nov. 5, along with their rabbis,

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which included singing, games, food and inspirational messages to carry with them into Shabbat. The boys feasted on cholent, poppers and kugel. They sang and rejoiced together to get into the spirit of Shabbat. Several of the boys delivered Torah commentaries and inspiring speeches. To conclude the evening, the boys played games to test their Torah knowledge and ordana engaged in a scavenger hunt around school. This was a wonderful opportunity for the senior boys to connect with each other and their rabbis. The senior girls are looking forward to an exciting Girls Night Out paint night on Nov. 17! HAFTR has implemented many programs to help the freshmen acclimate to their new environment, in this especially

unconventional year. Freshmen engaged in a special mask tie-dying activity. This gave them an opportunity to bond outside of the classroom with each other as well as their teachers in a fun and creative setting. The added bonus was that at the end of the program they were left with colorful, custom masks that will certainly make fulltime mask wearing in school astour more appealing. The freshmen also took part in an interactive lesson on time and stress management with the school psychologist. They learned about and discussed different factors relating to the onset of stress and dealing with stress including motivation, time-management, motivation, study habits, and stress management.

The students shared their own stress triggers and offered solutions that work for them. The freshmen also created stress balls out of balloons which they can use to help relieve feelings of stress or anxiety. HAFTR has done so much to help the freshmen feel comfortable in their transition from bonding activities to exciting events, and if the students ever do feel stressed or anxious, they have many resources within school to aid them as well as the knowledge of tools to help them deal with their problems. Adapting to new circumstances, HAFTR continues to foster its students’ religious, creative, social and emotional needs through unique programs. Students still have many opportunities to share in meaningful and enjoyable events with their peers and teachers, which have long been an integral part of the HAFTR High School experience.

Five WMS staffers are Covid-19 positive Woodmere Middle school will shift to full online instruction for all of its sixth, seventh and eighth grade students on Monday, Nov. 16, as five staff members tested positive for Covid-19 over the weekend Principal Al Bauer stated in an email to parents. The middle school will remain remote through the Thanksgiving holiday and reopen for in-person instruction on Monday, Nov. 30. Students will follow their regular class schedules each day. “Please know that this decision was made with the health and safety of our students and staff as paramount,” he wrote. “Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.” Hewlett-Woodmere schools began the school year using a hybrid learning model and then offered full in-person instruction last month. This is the first time one of the district’s five school have closed this school year because of Covid cases. There was one confirmed case at the high school in September. The building was not closed. The Lawrence School District has reported seven Covid cases involving staff and students. The district retuned full remote learning in October because all the schools, except for the high school were in the orange and yellow hotspot cluster zones. Full in-person instruction began again earlier this month. –Jeffrey Bessen

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WoodmeRe middle ScHool will be closed to full in-person instruction until Nov. 30, as five staff members tested positive for Covid-19.

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Thanksgiving is going to be different this year because of the coronavirus pandemic from a reimagined Macy’s holiday parade to not seeing the usual amount of people around table, and Cedarhurstbased Rock and Wrap It Up! will host its 29th annual Thanksgiving feast in a different form. Instead of a mainly sit down meal with a takeout option at St. John Baptist Church in Rockaway Beach at least 1,200 free meals will be takeout only and distributed at the Five Towns Community Center in Lawrence on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Volunteers begin the day at 7:30 a.m. under the guidance of Diane Mandelbaum, whose husband Syd founded and runs Rock and Wrap It Up! Many seniors typically attended the indoor event and the teenagers helping would usually spend time with them. “We have the kids talk to them and that’s what missing,” Syd said, on the contrast with other years. The meals served in a clamshell will include stuffing, sweet potatoes, veggies cranberry sauce, ham, turkey. Kosher meals are also served with advanced notice. Meals will be given out at room temperature to reheat at home. “It take a whole city not just a village,” he said, noting the amount of donations from Edward and Michelle Shorenstein donating 45 turkeys and 15 hams to what he called “our trusty bakers,” this year adding Seawane Country Club and Lawrence Yacht & Country Club and restaurants donating food, including Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Friendlier Pizza, Frank’s Steakhouse, Montego Bay Bar and Grill and Wall’s Bake Shop. Syd also gave credit to Rock and Wrap It Up! board member Saul Lerner and K. Brent Hill, the executive director of the Community Center and longtime board member Pete Sobol. “It is a joyous day, when out aside any political differences, our country is one when it comes together,” Syd said. There will be temperature checks for volunteers and they need to bring a mask. Gloves will be supplied. There are four shifts. To volunteer, call (516) 295-0670. To preregister for the meals email gammys-

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ust before the start of the pandemic, my family was blessed with our second child. This brought major changes to our lives, especially with Covid-19. I took an oath to protect and serve our community 16 years ago. But at the same time, to protect my family, I had to take extra precautions while at work. This consisted of decontaminating my patrol vehicle or the workspace I was using. I had to make sure I was always wearing my personal protective equipment, even in situations under normal conditions where it was not a necessity. One of the hardest things for myself, every time I walk in the door after coming home from work or shopping was telling my son to wait to give me a hug until I washed up. This is the regimen I have been practicing since the beginning of the pandemic, and it is one that I feel was important in keeping my family safe. In closing, I want to thank the residents of Rockville Centre for their continued support during the pandemic. I don't think things will ever go back to 100 percent of what they were before, but I do believe that the changes we make today will help us in the future, if another incident as this arises. Stay safe.

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alloween’s thrills and chills were a bit different this year, but one thing remained the same — we dressed up in costume to celebrate. To make the festivities a bit more special in our “new normal,” the Herald invited readers to participate in a Halloween Costume Contest. We are pleased to announce the winners and share their Halloween style with our readers. Winners received gift certificates from local businesses. Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to our valued business partners for their support.

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Hofstra is coming off a special men’s basketball season that saw a bittersweet ending. For the first time since 2001, the Pride qualified for the NCAA Tournament. However, two days after Hofstra defeated Northeastern, 70-61, to capture the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Tournament on March 12, NCAA President Mark Emmert announced the cancellation of March Madness due to Covid-19. “Nobody wanted to believe the decision to cancel the tournament was true,” Hofstra head coach Joe Mihalich said. “Telling the guys was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do in my life.” Hofstra, which won 12 of its last 13 games and finished 28-6 — one win shy of the program’s single-season record, returns three starters and other key pieces, is expected to tip off the 2020-2021 campaign around Nov. 25 against a yet-to-be-determined opponent. With Mihalich on medical leave, associate head coach Mike Farrelly takes over on an interim basis. Farrelly, who enters his eighth season with the program, is assisted by former Pride star Speedy Claxton and Colin Curtin. “It’s great to get back on the floor,” Farrelly said. “We’ll miss coach Mihalich’s voice, but we’re not undergoing any huge changes and the message is still the same. Everyone is looking forward to competing and getting after it.” The Pride, which opened practice Oct. 16, will surely miss standouts Desure Buie (18.2 ppg, 200 assists, 85% free throws) and Eli Pemberton (17.6 ppg, 5.6 rpg) but returns three double-digit scorers to lead the pack. Senior guard Jalen Ray, who scored 17 points in the CAA championship game, averaged 11.9 points and is primed to take another leap, Farrelly said. “He’s already done it from a leadership standpoint,” Farrelly noted. “Jalen will have the ball in his hands at crunch time. He can shoot it and he’s working on getting to the rim more.” Another key piece to the backcourt returns in the form of senior guard Tareq Coburn, who averaged 10.6 points and 5.5 rebounds. “He’s shown growth in his game to compliment his shooting,” Farrelly said. “Just like Jalen, we need Tareq to take that next step. Teams are going to gameplan to stop them.” At point guard, Farrelly said the Pride will begin the season with Shawdarius Cowart and Caleb Burgess sharing the workload. Cowart is a JUCO transfer from Pensacola, FL who had 20 double-digit scoring games last season. Burgess, a sophomore, appeared in 23 games off the bench for Hofstra. “It’s a competitive battle, and the good thing for them is they don’t have to worry too much about scoring,” Farrelly said. “We need them to run the offense and defend.” A major target on offense will be junior big man Isaac Kante (6-foot-7, 240 pounds), who grabbed 15 rebounds in the CAA title game, started all 34 games and averaged 11.4 points, 7.7 rebounds and shot 65.5 percent from the floor. “Isaac’s a double-double threat every time out,” Farrelly said. “The way he developed last season was a big reason why we were so successful. He’s a great leader and our best post scorer in a long time.” A pair of talented newcomers, true freshman David Green, and redshirt freshman Kvonn Cramer, will be counted on to make their presence felt in the frontcourt. Green comes off a tremendous high school career in the Orlando, Fla., area, while Cramer hasn’t played in an organized game since 2017 due to injury.

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ISaac KaNTE caN be a dominant force in the paint for the Pride after averaging 11.4 points and 7.7 rebounds last season as a sophomore. The Pride is rated at the top in the CAA preseason rankings. The conference schedule will once again include 18 games, but due to Covid-19, the format has been adjusted to limit travel and help ensure the health and safety of student athletes, coaches and staff. In lieu of a traditional, home and home round robin schedule, teams will play against the same opponent at the same site on consecutive days, primarily Saturdays and Sundays. “It’s going to be interesting in terms of strategy,” Farrelly said of the back-to-back concept. “I certainly understand why we’re doing it. But for instance, we open with two games against William & Mary. If we match up in the tournament, we wouldn’t have seen them for two months.” The CAA regular season will tip off Friday, Jan. 1, and conclude on Sunday, Feb. 28. Games impacted by the pandemic could be made up at various alternate dates. As of now, Hofstra will not have fans at home games. “It’s going to feel strange,” Farrelly said. “We’re so used to having the Hofstra faithful behind us.”

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North Woodmere’s Sylvia Kaminetsky, 87 Sylvia Kaminetsky, 87, of North Woodmere and New York City, died Nov. 12, peacefully in her sleep at her home with her beloved and devoted husband of 67 years, Irving, at her side. Sylvia was born in New York City to Abraham and Dora Berkowitz on Oct. 28, 1933 and grew up in Cleveland with two older sisters, Ruth Hausman and Shirley Tutens (both deceased) and three brothers, Martin Berkowitz (married to Doris), Dr. Jerry Berkowitz (married to Dr. Sharon Berkowitz) and Dr. Robert Berkowitz (married to Arlene). She came to New York at 17 to live and work at the urging of her soon to-be husband, Irving Kaminetsky, to whom she was introduced by her future sister-in-law at the St. Moritz Hotel while visiting New York. Sylvia, with Irving ever by her side, lived life to its fullest. She was a wonderful mother to her two children, Dr. Jed Kaminetsky (married to Terri) and Lynn Samuels (married to Dr. Mark Samuels) and an extraordinary grandmother to Jared, Alexandra and Jacob Kaminetsky and Aaron and Amanda Samuels. Philanthropic and civic oriented, she volunteered for many years at Franklin General Hospital in Valley Stream where she served as the president of coordinating council of the auxiliaries. Also active in local politics, she served as the president of the Republican Club of North Woodmere, an election coordinator for the

Town of Hempstead, and the biggest supporter of Irving’s, campaigns for Sanitary District 1 commissioner, an elected post he has held for 40 years. Slyvia was a member of Temple Hillel in North Woodmere for than 50 years and served on the board for the past 20 years and also at Sutton Place Synagogue in Manhattan, where she enjoyed a large and loving circle of friends with whom she and Irv travelled and socialized. She was an avid golfer and member of Inwood Country Club, and an excellent bridge and mah jong player. A lover of the arts and culture, a voracious reader and a regular attendant at the theater, symphony and opera, which Sylvia especially enjoyed with her grandson Aaron, who is an amateur opera singer and actor. Her greatest love was enjoying the company of her children, grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and extended family. She partook in their activities with a special joy, warmth and devotion, rarely missing a tournament, performance, recital, graduation or other special event. Sylvia was a beautiful woman of rare intelligence and her constant presence and the love she gave to her family and friends truly will be missed. A graveside funeral service was held at Beth David Cemetery in Elmont on Nov. 13. Shiva was observed at the Kaminetsky home. Courtesy Kaminetsky family

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Max Marcus inducted into Veterans’ HoF On Veterans Day, Woodmere resident Max Marcus, who served in the Navy as a petty officer, third class, was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame by State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, a Democrat who represents the Five Towns. Marcus grew up on the Lower East Side of Manhattan and said he always felt a sense of duty and appreciation for his country, and hoped that one day he would be able to leave his mark on the world. As World War II was raging across the globe, he enlisted in 1943, at 19, and took part in basic training in upstate Sampson. From there he headed to North Africa and was assigned to the amphibious division that transported soldiers from ships to the shore to battle the enemy. The specialized unit played a vital role in the African campaign. Much of the combat happened on the shores of Morocco and Tunisia. Marcus helped navigate landing craft mechanized boats with 50 soldiers at a time. After fighting declined in North Africa, Marcus was transferred to the European campaign and fought in the invasion of Italy. He was an instrumental part of the historic campaign, Operation Avalanche, where the allies landed near the port of Salerno under the guidance of four-star General Mark W. Clarke. A main objective of the campaign was to seize the port of Naples to ensure resupply, and to cut across to the east coast, to trap the Axis troops further south. Part of the second wave, Marcus replicated his job of transporting troops from ship to shore. His military actions earned him the Combat Action Ribbon, the American Campaign, European African Middle Eastern Campaign, WWII Victory an Honorable Service medals, along with an honorable discharge button. After more than two years overseas he was discharged in 1946. Kaminsky recognized Marcus for his service in a socially-distant private ceremony at the Marcus home in the presence of immediate family. “On this Veterans Day, I’m especially thankful to have the opportunity to honor Petty Officer Max Marcus for his brave service during the Second World War,” Kamin-

Woodmere reSident World War II veteran Max Marcus, left, was inducted into the State Senate’s Veterans’ Hall of Fame by State Sen. Todd Kaminsky.

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sky said in a statement. “We all owe Max our gratitude for his service to our country, along with his commitment to freedom and family, which is why I’m proud to have nominated him as our district’s inductee to the New York State Veterans Hall of Fame. I hope this recognition brings him and his family pride for generations to come.” The State Senate’s Veterans’ Hall of Fame was created to honor and recognize outstanding veterans from the

New York who distinguished themselves both in military and civilian life. It is a chance for the Senate to honor the heroic New Yorkers, to whom a tremendous debt of gratitude is owed. –Jeffrey Bessen

Herald Community Newspapers connected with local communities in a safe, yet festive Halloween by inviting readers to take part in a Boo-tacular Halloween Contest. Open to participants of all ages, including adults and pets, the categories ranged from Best Baby Costume to Most Original Costume. The 18 winners, whose creative costumes can be seen in this edition of the Herald, all received gift cards from local businesses. The Herald thanks the gift card sponsors, including Angela’s Bakery,

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Grass-roots group propels voter turnout continued from front page and Far Rockaway and encouraged their members to register to vote. Each shul chose a “captain” who led the effort. Roughly 6,000 people registered, and according to KlalVote’s website, Congregation Kneseth Israel had the most in Far Rockaway, 297, and Young Israel of Woodmere had the most in the Five Towns, 449. “Each local voter enters his or her name and affiliated shul on our site after voting, so we can collectively track our communal progress in real time,” Rapfogel said. “Captains and shuls engage in a fun and friendly ‘competition’ for high voter turnout.” Richard Altabe, the lower school principal at the Hebrew Academy of Long Beach, in Woodmere, and a board member of the Jewish Community Council of the Rockaway Peninsula, has volunteered for KlalVote and other local political causes. “We have 5,000 potential voters here in Far Rockaway and many more thousands in the Five Towns,” Altabe said. “The voter turnout in previous elections has been under 50 percent. If we can maximize our potential as a community by voting, our elected officials will hear us louder and we will be more represented in government.” Yechiel said he was blown away by the number of new voters. “We set high expectations at the beginning of this

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KlalVote helped roughly 6,000 people in the Five Towns and Far Rockaway Orthodox Jewish communities register to vote in this year’s election. endeavor, and the community’s response shattered our expectations,” he said. “The project started in Far Rockaway, and the first week, the focus was there. The week before the election, we decided to expand into the Five Towns.” Yechiel noted that in a typical election, voter turnout in the Far Rockaway Orthodox community ranges from 1,300 to 1,800, but this year nearly 4,000 people voted.

“The whole thing was a sprint, and the numbers reflect that,” he said. “Despite this, the Five Towns turnout was successful as well.” Going forward, Yechiel said, the organization will focus on registering more voters for the 2021 local elections. “In the offseason, we want to take the time to focus on registration,” he said. “We plan to build on the infrastructure we’ve put in

place and increase our numbers. One way to do so is by comparing our shul lists to public registration lists to see who hasn’t registered to vote.” For more information on KlalVote, go to https://klalvote.org. Have an opinion on voter registration? Send letters to jbessen@liherald.com.

Residents upset with school buses parked on field continued from front page “We love our school district — the education is as good as it gets — however, we respectfully disagree with . . . parking these buses in a residential area on a ball field that is used for recreationally purposes,” said David Hance, president of the Inwood Civic Association. Longtime Inwood resident Mary Macafity spoke for nearly 13 minutes about the buses. From the time they began parking on the field in August, she said, children who were playing there were unceremoniously kicked off, and the community was unaware of what was happening. “[We were] informed it was an emergency situation, [but] it’s now November and this situation has not been corrected, and instead of being resolved, it has gotten worse,” Macafity said, noting the noise generated by the buses from morning to night and the traffic buildup, with bus company drivers parking their own vehicles in the roadway. “The infrastructure of the neighborhood’s streets were never developed for this type of traffic,” Macafity said, “and we fear with the mud, dust, litter, that our drains will eventually back up and flood the homes in the area.” “[There is] dust like a dark cloud rising when cars and buses drive by,” she added. “We cannot even open our windows in our homes for what was fresh air. Because of your disrespect to our community and

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the harris aVenue field on Sept. 16. quality of life in this area, we, the residents, are requesting a full audit of the financial books of the Board of Education, a copy of the proposed contract with Seth Transportation, [and] a copy of the bid.” The Rev. Rodney Davis, another Inwood resident, noted what he called the “abrasive personalities” of several bus company employees who he said have been disrespectful to residents, including one who allegedly took a swing at a resident. “Because of the loitering and loud talking of bus company employees,” Davis said, “the quiet and tranquil nature of this community has been absolutely and abruptly turned upside down.” The problem, he added, must be addressed.

Pete Sobol, a business owner and a longtime board member of the Five Towns Community Center, in Lawrence, said he was upset that no school district official had spoken to the community. “You haven’t been a great neighbor,” he said, referring to the district. “No notification, no consideration for the neighbors, not even to come over and give an explanation. That’s just wrong. It costs you nothing. It’s just being civil.” State Assemblywoman Melissa Miller (R-Atlantic Beach) said the arrangement between the Lawrence School District and Seth Transportation was not benefiting the community. “This isn’t working,” Miller said. “It’s not working for the people who live here, it’s not working for the

people who are paying their taxes, who own their homes, who are entitled to the quality of life that they lived with for the past however many years.” She added that she would be vocal and ask for an immediate, emergency solution. County Legislator Carrie Solages (D-Elmont), who represents Inwood, said he agreed with Miller, and that it didn’t make sense to take the only playing field of that size away from the community. “Does that look right to you?” Solages asked, and received several “nos” in response. “It doesn’t look like the kids are playing soccer there; it looks like the school buses are playing soccer.” Lawrence Superintendent Dr. Ann Pedersen said there are no plans to park the buses on the Harris Avenue field permanently, and that the district and Seth Transportation are actively seeking solutions to the problem. The buses usually parked on the field were parked at the high school on Nov. 12, a possible solution to the problem, Pedersen said. With remote learning and half the students coming for in-person instruction, that idea would be evaluated, she said. “We understand the neighbors’ concern, and appreciate their patience as we work through this situation,” she added, emphasizing that the situation was temporary. Have an opinion on the school bus controversy? Send letters to jbessen@liherald.com.

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Social security setup Getting retirement benefits start date right By Tom Margenau

get many emails from readers confused about which date to choose as the starting date for their Social Security retirement benefits. The confusion essentially centers around the fact that Social Security checks are paid one month behind. For example, the Social Security payment for November will be sent to you in December. That’s a relatively straightforward rule, but it leads to all kinds of problems, especially when people are filing for their Social Security benefits online. Here is a typical example: Q: I will be 66 in February 2021. I don’t want any reduced benefits, so I want to make sure my checks start at age 66. The online application is asking me which month I want to start my benefits. I know checks come one month behind, so I’m afraid if I put down February as my starting month, that will be the January Social Security check, meaning I will get a reduced amount for starting my benefits before age 66. So should I indicate March as my starting month? A: You turn 66 in February. So if you want your benefits to begin when you are 66, you should indicate February as your starting month. In other words, don’t concern yourself with the month your Social Security check is actually delivered to you. The application question isn’t asking, “Which month do you want your first check to be sent to you?” Instead, it is essentially asking you this: “Which month do you want to be your first month of eligibility for Social Security benefits?” And again, in your case, that is February 2021. In some cases, people sent me their questions after the fact. And it’s causing them all kinds of undue stress. Here is an example of that: Q: I was 65 in September, and that’s when I wanted my Social Security to start. But the question on the online form confused me, and I thought if I indicated August as the starting check, knowing that it would come in September, then September would be my starting month. But then I got a letter from Social Security telling me that my benefits had started in August, one month before my 65th birthday, meaning I now will get a reduced benefit for the rest of my life. Please help me. What can I do about this? A: What you can do is relax. You made a little goof. You can correct it if you want. But really, it’s not that big a deal, so you may want to just let things ride. You didn’t give me your benefit amount, but let’s assume your age 65 benefit rate would have been $2,200 per month. But you mistakenly started your Social Security at age 64 years and 11 months. Retirement benefits are reduced five-ninths of 1% for each month they are taken early. So your monthly rate

(with an August start date) might be about $2,185 or so. In other words, you will lose around $15 per month forever. But on the plus side, you got that one extra $2,185 Social Security check for August. It will take you about 145 months, or more than 12 years, before you come out on the short end of the stick by making this minor error in your starting date. Or to put that another way, you will be 77-years-old before this mistake catches up with you. If I were you, I wouldn’t worry about it, and I’d just let things go. But if it is going to bother you, you can contact the Social Security Administration and tell them you want to withdraw your original claim and file a new claim with September as your starting date. If you do that, you will have to return the Social Security checks you’ve already received. Now here is a question from someone who also made a mistake, but in the opposite direction: Q: Oh, my gosh! I turned 66 in September. The online form asked me when I wanted my checks to start, and I said October, knowing that the September check comes in October. I just got a letter telling me that October is my starting month, with my first check coming in November. Because of this mistake, I’m missing my September check. What can I do? A: As I advised the previous reader, you could go back to the SSA and tell them you want to withdraw that claim you made and file a new claim with September as your starting month. Or, you could just let things go the way they are. Because you started your Social Security benefits one month after your full retirement age, you will get a little something extra in your monthly checks. It’s not much. You get a two-thirds of 1 percent increase. It’s called a “delayed retirement credit.” (For people who wait until age 70 to start their benefits, those delayed retirement credits add up. You get 32 percent added to your monthly check if you wait that long.) You didn’t give dollar amounts, but let’s say your age 66 benefit would have been $2,500 per month. With this one extra delayed retirement credit, you might get 20 bucks or so added to your check each month. That’s the good news. The bad news is that you lost one check (the September payment). It’s going to take you about 10 years to make up that one benefit payment you lost. So, if you think you’re going to live past age 76, you will actually come out ahead because of this mistake you made. Tom Margenau writes a syndicated weekly column, “Social Security and You.”

Above photo: There’s a little nuance to starting Social Security benefits. Be sure you’re aware of all that’s involved to make sure your check arrives right when you want it.

The sky is falling Ways to take the ‘I’ out of anxiety By Marilynn Preston Are you worried about how much you worry? These days, with our world turned upside down, as we continue to struggle through a life-altering pandemic, there’s plenty to worry about, even for those who tend not to be worriers. Uncontrolled anxiety is a giant obstacle to personal happiness. No surprise. Worry causes stress, and stress saps our strength, disturbs our sleep, fries our brain and constantly undermines our best efforts to stay healthy, relaxed and optimistic. Naturally everyone’s list of worries will be different to varying degrees, but we all share a need to deal with our anxiety in clever and effective ways. That’s why I want to offer some proven coping strategies recommended by psychologist Robert L. Leahy, the director of the American Institute for Cognitive Therapy, an author and editor of 26 books, including “Anxiety Free: Unravel Your Fears Before They Unravel You.” Some sound truly weird, and those are some of my favorites. Dr. Leahy has seen these methods work wonders. His blog on psychologytoday.com is a constant source of simple and powerful methods for dealing with your worries: Turn your anxiety into a movie. One creative way to let go of a worry is to disconnect yourself from it, Dr. Leahy says. Imagine your anxiety, your fear, presented to you as a film or a theater piece. You’re in the audience. You’re listening to the guy in the goofy hat sing and dance about your overdrawn bank account or your underwhelming relationship. He’s acting out your worries, all right, but you’re detached. You are the witness. And that trick literally takes the drama out of it. From that calm, detached place, you’re able to take more effective action. Set aside worry time. Worries show up, constantly and unannounced. You’re taking a walk — a wise and wonderful thing to do — and the whole time, you’re worrying about all the things you should be doing instead a very silly thing to do. Here’s Leahy’s suggestion: Set aside a specific time every day to worry about your worries. Pick, say, 6 p.m. If it’s morning and a worry hits, jot it down and decide to focus on it later. Do that all day

long. By the time 6 p.m. rolls around, many of your worries will seem too silly to deal with, and you’ll have spent most of the day worry-free. Breathe it out. The mind attaches to the negative. Know that and be ready. Next time you feel tense, notice your breath. You’re probably holding it. Ask yourself: Where is my breath now? Where is my attention? Link them by listening to your inhalations and exhalations, an easy and ancient strategy for calming your nerves. Breathe in, breathe out, (SET ITAL) consciously(END ITAL). When anxiety knocks — and it will — answer it by bringing your attention back to your breath. No harm doing this 10 times a day if you need to. Don’t fight the craziness. It’s normal to have crazy thoughts, says Dr. Leahy. He had a client, a lawyer, who kept imagining she’d lose control and start screaming in court. Our minds are creative, he told her. Sometimes our little synapses make wacky connections and a crazy thought results. It happens to everyone. Don’t judge yourself. See your anxiety as though it were a curious object on a shelf, he says. Notice it, but don’t react to it in negative ways. Take your hand off the horn. When you make a stupid comment, do you play it back over and over? Stuck in heavy traffic, is that you blasting your horn? What is, is, Leahy points out. Some things just cannot be controlled ... like rush hour. He teaches his clients to surrender to the moment. It’s a paradox: The more you surrender to the moment, the more in control you actually feel. Let it pass. When you’re a worrier, everything can feel like an emergency. And yet, every feeling of panic comes to an end. Next time you feel your anxiety building to a crisis, ask yourself,“How will I feel about this is a week? In a month?” So why not drop it now? And, of course, if self-help techniques aren’t working, then it’s time seek professional support. Above photo: Life is filled with uncertainty, especially at times like this. While many things remain outside your control, your mindset is key to coping with difficult circumstances and facing the unknown.

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here are many living options available to today’s seniors including 55+ communities, assisted living communities, and life plan communities. But, how do you balance what you want now with what you may need in the future? Let’s compare them and find out. While 55+ communities may seem like the perfect option as you age, they offer little more than similarly aged neighbors who often are not engaged as a community. The grounds are well-kept, but home maintenance isn’t included. And residents who need care have to look elsewhere to meet those needs at their own cost. Assisted living communities are needs-based rental communities that provide a one-room suite or small apartment, activities, meals and some care. More complex care requires a move to a rehabilitation or nursing care center.

Life plan communities (62+) are independent living communities focused on health, engagement and well-being. Luxurious facilities, myriad amenities and life-enhancing programs foster a healthy, active lifestyle. Seniors’ health and financial future are secure, with many levels of care available on campus and defined expenses for a lifetime. It’s time to change how we view retirement living. A life plan community offers the safety and comfort of your own home, a secure future, and the ability to be part of a community built with your health and engagement in mind. If your lifestyle no longer fits your needs, make the leap to the best of your life today! Michele Biggart, a certified geriatric care manager, is director of sales at Fountaingate Gardens in Commack. Contact her at (631) 715-2693 or mbiggart@ gurwin.org.

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Can you hear me now? Old age and modern life can affect our hearing

I’ve had two friends who’ve struggled with hearing loss, so I know how profoundly this health challenge can negatively affect every aspect of your life. According to many experts, hearing loss — which is now being referred to as “America’s silent epidemic” — is more harmful to quality of life than many forms of cancer, diabetes, obesity or a stroke. For years, loss of hearing was considered to be a harbinger of old age, but the advent of loud rock music and ear-splitting live performances, and the overuse of ear buds have introduced audio deficiencies to an entirely younger generation. According to the World Health Organization, 1.1 billion teenagers and young adults are currently at risk for hearing loss, and the numbers are expected to rise with each passing decade. In fact, U.S. government data estimates that approximately 5.2 million children ages 6 to 19 have already suffered permanent damage to their ears’ inner hair cells due to repeated exposure to loud noises. Age is, however, an undeniable factor when it comes to hearing loss. About 30 percent of people in their 50s, close to 50 percent of those in their 60s and nearly 70 percent of those in their 70s will notice a measurable decrease in their ability to hear correctly. And this unwelcome development is further complicated by the fact that the average older American postpones -- for seven to 10 years -- getting a hearing aid or device. Sadly, the longer people refuse to address their hearing loss, the greater the risk — to the brain! — of losing the ability to translate what someone says into usable speech. A variety of factors can contribute to losing our ability to hear properly. They include the following: √ Changes in blood flow to the ear.

√ Changes in the structure of the inner ear. √ Changes in the way our brain processes sound or speech. √ Damage to the tiny ear hairs that transmit sound to the brain. √ Diabetes. √ Exposure to loud noises. √ Family history of hearing loss. √ Impairment of the nerves responsible for hearing. √ Poor circulation. √ Smoking. √ Use of certain medications. Currently, there are three theories regarding why we hear less as we grow older. One is the wear-and-tear assumption that with the passing years, our mechanisms for hearing correctly simply “age out.” Other scientists believe in the free radical theory, which asserts that a lifetime accumulation of free radicals can irrevocably damage our hearing mechanism. And yet others insist that a genetic predisposition explains why some people can hear well into their 90s, while others struggle as soon as they hit the half-century mark. Since the ability of the brain to translate sound is so essential to hearing well, there are a few mental-gymnastics programs specifically designed to keep the brain supple enough to hear well as we age. The first is the Posit Science Brain Fitness Program, an online program comprised of six exercises that target auditory processing and memory. And the other is Lumosity, which only takes 10 minutes a day to help the brain’s neural pathways.

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ceanside resident Clifford Bauer, 74, began experiencing bouts of shortness of breath, abdominal bloating and weight gain during the summer 2019. By September, Mr. Bauer, who had undergone triple bypass surgery at 47 and survived a cardiac arrest in early 2019, couldn’t “walk 100 yards without stopping to rest.” His cardiologists, Raul Mendoza, MD, Associate Chair of Medicine, and Lawrence Kanner, MD, Chief of Cardiology and Director of Arrhythmia Services, who had been treating him for heart failure and an abnormal heart rhythm, admitted him to the hospital and referred him to heart failure specialist Noah Moss, MD, of The Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Moss placed him on a new medication for heart failure, but Mr. Bauer’s condition failed to improve. Blood tests showed that his kidney function was deteriorating due to what Dr. Moss suspected was a blocked artery. Diagnostic imaging proved Dr. Moss correct, revealing a 95 percent blockage in an artery supplying blood to the right kidney. Stents were implanted in the artery to restore blood flow and Mr. Bauer’s symptoms began to clear up. Today, Mr. Bauer says, “I’m back. I really can’t believe it. I wake up, thank God and get on with my day.” Mr. Bauer is alive today, thanks to the expert cardiology team at Mount Sinai South Nassau, the Long Island flagship hospital of the Mount Sinai Health System and Mount Sinai

MSSN Dr. Moss & Dr. Mendoza: Mount Sinai South Nassau patients can expect to be seen by experienced heart doctors such as Raul Mendoza, MD, Cardiologist, Associate Chair of Medicine at Mount Sinai South Nassau (left), and heart failure specialist Noah Moss, MD, of The Mount Sinai Hospital (right).

Heart, ranked No. 6 nationally for Adult Cardiology & Heart Surgery by U.S. News & World Report. Patients treated at Mount Sinai South Nassau have access to a comprehensive network of board-certified cardiologists and cardiac surgeons who use the latest advancements in medical technologies to treat the full range of cardiovascular conditions, from coronary artery disease to hypertension management and prevention. For more information about cardiovascular services at Mount Sinai South Nassau or to schedule a consultation with a cardiologist or cardiac surgeon, call (516) 632-3670. For more information about Mount Sinai South Nassau’s services, go to southnassau.org/cardiac.

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e have all heard of the dangers of smoking, exposing our lungs to second hand smoke and other chemicals. Even though it may not be an active thought, it is important to think about your lung health. Sometimes we take our lungs for granted. Our lungs have a natural defense system designed to keep dirt and germs at bay. Aside from avoiding harmful carcinogens, there are some important things you can do to reduce your risk of lung disease such as going for check-ups and exercise. Regular check-ups help prevent diseases, even when you are feeling well. This is especially true for lung disease, which sometimes goes undetected until it is serious. During a check-up, your healthcare provider will listen to your breathing and listen to your concerns. You already know exercise can boost your fitness, trim your waistline, strengthen you heart and even improve your mood. But did you know that exercise can also help keep your lungs healthy? People living with lung disease can and should get regular exercise for all the same reasons as everyone else. Your lungs and heart stay stronger, you are better able to perform the tasks of daily living and you feel better in mind and body. However, if you already are dealing shortness of breath, it can be intimidating to think about increasing your physical activity. Keep in mind, it is important to work with your healthcare team to

make a fitness plan that works for you. At Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing we have a Pulmonary Program that is used in conjunction with the physical therapy our patients receive. The program was designed to enhance their therapy and encourage quicker recovery. It is also in place to improve management of lung disease and quality of life. The goal is to help patients pursue active, productive lifestyles, despite any physical limitations they may have. Pulmonary rehab programs vary in format and length. Most programs include: • Education about your condition, symptoms, medications and oxygen • Supervised exercise classes and instruction • Breathing techniques • Emotional health support Lynbrook Restorative’s Pulmonary Program is overseen by a multidisciplinary team of specialists, with expertise in a variety of pulmonary conditions. In addition, Lynbrook Restorative has recently joined with the American Lung Association to provide a Better Breathers Club. Adam Schwartz, Director of the Pulmonary Program, will be running this Better Breathers Club, “to enhance and expand our knowledge base and help our patients we are currently collaborating with the American Lung Association.” Adam was required to become certified through the American Lung Association as a facility trainer to provide additional expertise.

The Better Breathers Club is designed to promote respiratory health and a better sense of well-being for those living with chronic lung disease. It provides patient-focused, community-based educational opportunities where members learn skills to help manage their condition as well as being informed with the most up to date information available through the American Lung Association. The Better Breathers meetings are free and new members are always welcome. Meetings are on

Zoom the last Monday of the month starting in December. For more information, contact Lisa Penziner at (516) 457-5585.

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Twelve NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery physicians named to 2020 Castle Connolly list

welve of the 27 physicians associated with Neurological Surgery, P.C. (NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery) have been named to the latest edition of Top Doctors: New York Metro Area, an annual reference guide published by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a New York City research and information company. They are: Jeffrey A. Brown, M.D. (Neuropathic Facial Pain Surgery), Jonathan L. Brisman, M.D. (Neurovascular and Brain Surgery), Benjamin R. Cohen, M.D (Spine Surgery), Vladimir Y. Dadashev, M.D. (Spine Surgery), Zachariah M. George, M.D (Spine Surgery), John A. Grant, M.D. (Pediatric Neurosurgery),, Sundeep Mangla, M.D. (Endovascular Neuroradiology), Stephen T. Onesti, M.D. (Spine Surgery), Sachin N. Shah, M.D. (Spine Surgery), John Pile-Spellman, M.D. (Endovascular Neuroradiology), Brian J. Snyder, M.D. (Pain and Parkinson’s Surgery), and Alexandros D. Zouzias, M.D (Spine Surgery). “It’s a pleasure to congratulate our colleagues and partners for receiving this honor,” said Michael H. Brisman, M.D., the chief executive officer of Rockville Centre-based NSPC. “Our practice has provided patients from Long Island, and elsewhere, with the most compassionate and comprehensive brain, back,

and neck care available for over 60 years. The selection of these twelve physicians to the 2020 Top Doctors: New York Metro Area confirms a tradition of clinical, and patient-centered excellence, at NSPC.” For decades, Castle Connelly Medical Ltd. has been conducting a peer-review survey to select the region’s top doctors based on the theory that medical professionals are best qualified to assess the qualifications of other practitioners. Licensed physicians vote online for those doctors they consider outstanding. A Castle Connolly doctor-led research team then counts the nominations and vets the nominee pool with the aid of a number of screens, including confirming board certifications and investigating disciplinary histories.

(NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery) has grown to become one of the largest, private neurosurgical groups in the U.S. with six conveniently located offices on Long Island. The practice’s experienced neurosurgeons and interventional neuroradiologists are experts in “Bloodless” brain and spine surgery, including laser spine surgery, endoscopic spine surgery, ultrasonic spine surgery, radiosurgery, and other advanced minimally invasive techniques which are used to treat brain tumors, brain aneurysms, trigeminal neuralgia, herniated disc, spinal stenosis, chronic back pain, and other conditions. Please visit www.nspc. com to learn more.

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Walking Now that the colder weather is upon us, there are fewe moments to take a walk outside. So capture the opportunity on the days when the weather still cooperates. A walk around the neighborhood can provide sufficient exercise to reduce restlessness and deliver mood- and immune-boosting benefits. If you or your loved one must stay indoors, walking around the house or marching in place can increase daily step counts. Exercise and strength training Yoga, Pilates, tai chi, and stretching can help seniors stay fit at home during the pandemic and can improve balance, flexibility, core strength, and overall mobility. Many instructional videos can be found online, and some are even tailored specifi-

cally for older adults. Another option is joining a virtual class hosted by an area exercise studio or senior center. Strength training is also important for seniors — and it doesn’t necessarily involve lifting heavy weights at the gym. Many strength-training exercises for older adults can be done at home while sitting or lying down. Seniors only need their body weight and a few simple exercises to get started. If desired, they can use everyday household items such as soup cans to add weight for exercises. Dancing Known for its cardiovascular benefits, dancing is a fun, low-impact way to exercise and boost endurance during long days of social distancing. As an added benefit, listening to some favorite music may even encourage your loved one to exercise their mind by taking a pleasant “walk” down memory lane. Gardening Gardening can enhance outdoor spaces while burning calories and providing a healthy dose of fresh air. During late fall/winter, consider alternatives to reap the benefits of gardening. Potting small plants or herbs to be maintained indoors or decorating an enclosed porch or patio can provide an afternoon’s diversion and keep you moving and active. Arts and crafts Older adults who have limited mobility can stay active at home by participating in arts and

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plenty of water before, during and after exercise. Keep someone informed. Older folks should let someone know when they are exercising, especially if they are leaving the house or will be by themselves — not just for accountability, but to protect them in case of a fall or another injury.

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hese days, you don’t have to be a millennial or a tech junkie to understand how to use some of the latest technology, like smartphones and fitness trackers, because the gear is becoming more user-friendly. Older Americans who embrace technology can enhance their lives by staying informed, shopping, connecting with friends and family, and even tracking their health and fitness progress. Now more than ever, technology is being embraced by seniors as it’s an essential means of staying connected with loved ones during the pandemic. Smart Investment The over-50 crowd is getting more and more engaged with tech. According to a recent AARP study of 1,520 adults over 50, 70 percent of Americans own a smartphone; 90 percent own a laptop or computer; and 40 percent own a tablet. With functions like taking and storing photos, playing music and games, and tracking everything from your heart rate to your finances, the devices are both practical and fun. Personal Connection Technology allows seniors to stay in touch with family and friends near or far, and some technology is made especially for a senior audience. The GrandPad tablet connects seniors through voice and video calls and instant photo

sharing.Targeted toward people over 75 who may not use cellphones or computers, it has large buttons and an intuitive interface. Family members can preload contacts and pictures and then use the GrandPad companion mobile app and web portal to start chatting, ensuring that no memories are missed. Nixplay is a digital picture frame that uses Wi-Fi to immediately display media sent from anywhere in the world with friends and loved ones. It’s compatible with Amazon Alexa, and it connects to platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Dropbox and Google Photos. Nixplay can function as a family social network to strengthen your relationships. Wearables Wearables have been adopted by just 13 percent of the over-50 crowd, according to the AARP study, though new wearables that cater to seniors can actually make a difference in personal safety and health and wellness. Fitbit users can expect the gadget to track their sleep patterns, heart rate, steps and stairs climbed. They can manually enter data such as when and what they eat or how much water they drink. Staying mobile and active is key for seniors’ physical health and well-being, and this device helps wearers be mindful. A safety wearable called run angel, which is worn on the wrist like most wearables, can be used to help caregivers and family members know the whereabouts of their loved one. In an emergency, you can press an alert button that

produces a loud alarm and alerts up to three designated people with the time, date, coordinates and map to your location. Trusted family and friends will be with you every step of the way. Freedom Guardian is an all-in-one medical alert smartwatch that provides around-the-clock monitoring and support, including unlimited emergency calls, speech-to-text messaging, calendar and appointment reminders, weather forecast, GPS and Wi-Fi triangulation. A caregiver can check in via the companion mobile app. The PC Magazine product review website gave the device an excellent rating but notes a drawback: There’s a monthly $44.95 monitoring fee. Any of

these devices make fantastic gifts and go a long way to offer you and your loved ones peace of mind. The digital world can be very intimidating for seniors, but even more daunting can be the fear of injury, becoming disconnected from loved ones or becoming less physically capable. Emerging tech is designed to help ease seniors’ transition and improve their vitality in every way.

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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held as to the following matter: Agency: Board of Zoning Appeals Incorporated Village of Atlantic Beach Date: December 3, 2020 Time: 8:00 p.m. Place: Village Hall, 65 The Plaza, Atlantic Beach, New York Subject: Case # 20385 - Robin and Robert Feldman, 70 Vernon Avenue, Atlantic Beach, New York, 11509. Applicant proposes to construct a 7’ X 14’ inground pool within the side yard setback. Applicant is seeking relief from the Zoning Code of the Village of Atlantic Beach, Section: 250-84(A) (1) No outdoor swimming pool shall be installed or maintained unless: Such pool is installed wholly in the rear yard of the premises. Premises are also known as Section 58, Block 38, Lot 228 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map. At the said time and place, all interested persons may be heard with respect to the foregoing matters. All relevant documents may be inspected at the Building Department, 65 The Plaza, Atlantic Beach, New York, during normal business hours Dated:November 16, 2020 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS Emily Siniscalchi, Village Clerk 123874 Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com

Subject: Case # 20386, 90 Montgomery Atlantic Beach LLC, 90 Montgomery Boulevard, Atlantic Beach, New York, 11509. Applicant proposes to construct a two story FEMA compliant single family dwelling. and is seeking relief for a variance of the Village Codes section 250-36 Lot coverage, permitted lot coverage shall not exceed 30% of the area, proposed lot coverage 35.7%. Section 250-39 Rear yards, there shall be a rear yard of 21.3 feet, proposed rear yard 15 feet. Section 250-25 Permitted encroachments A (9) Stairs no greater than four feet in width and secondary landings, no greater than four feet by four feet projecting into the front yard setback shall be permitted, shall not count towards lot coverage. Proposed width of stairs 8 feet. Premises are also known as Section 58, Block 47, Lots 62-66 & 161 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map. At the said time and place, all interested persons may be heard with respect to the foregoing matters. All relevant documents may be inspected at the Building Department, 65 The Plaza, Atlantic Beach, New York, during normal business hours Dated: November 16, 2020 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS Emily Siniscalchi, Village Clerk 123875 LEGAL NOTICE ANNUAL FIRE DISTRICT ELECTION OF THEWOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT December 8, 2020 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Annual Election of the Woodmere Fire District will take place on December 8, 2020, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Woodmere Fire District Headquarters Building, located at 20 Irving Place, Woodmere, New York, for the purpose of electing one (1) commissioner for a five (5) year term commencing on January 1, 2021, and ending on December 31, 2025. All duly registered voters residing in the Woodmere Fire District for a period of thirty days prior to the date of the election shall be eligible to vote, but residents must be registered to vote by November 16, 2020 with the Nassau County Board of Elections. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that Candidates for District Office shall file their names with the Secretary of the Woodmere Fire District at the Woodmere Fire District Headquarters Building, located at 20 Irving Place, Woodmere, New York, no later than

twenty (20) days before the date of the election. Said filing shall be submitted in the form of a petition subscribed by twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the Fire District to the Fire District Secretary. Candidates must select one office to run for and use the petition form that pertains to that office. Petition forms shall be made available by the Fire District Secretary. Dated: Woodmere, New York October 15, 2020 DAVID HALLER Fire District Secretary WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT 123867

LEGAL NOTICE ANNUAL FIRE DISTRICT ELECTION Please take notice that a fire district election of the East End of Atlantic Beach District will be held on Tuesday December 8, 2020 at the Administration Bldg located at Troy Avenue and the beach to elect: (1) Fire Commissioner to serve for a term of five (5) years beginning January 1, 2021. Please note all duly registered residents of EAB Fire District shall be eligible to vote: Candidates for the office shall file with the secretary of the Fire District no later than November 20, 2020 By order of the Fire Commissioners East End Atlantic Beach. Hilbert Zimmerman 43 Rochester Ave E. Atlantic Beach, NY 11561 516-431-1857 123878 LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF ATLANTIC BEACH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Atlantic Beach on December 14, 2020 at 7:45 P.M. at the Village Hall, 65 The Plaza, Atlantic Beach, NY to consider the adoption of the following proposed local law: LOCAL LAW 3-2020 OVERRIDING THE TAX LEVY LIMIT ESTABLISHED IN GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §3-C. A copy of the proposed local law will be on file in the office of the Village Clerk, 65 The Plaza, Atlantic Beach, NY, where the same may be inspected during regular business hours, which are Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 3:45 PM. At such public hearing interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Emily Siniscalchi, Village Clerk Dated: November 9, 2020 123876

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF REGISTRATION ROLLS FOR ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT PLEASE BE ADVISED, that the Board of Elections of the Woodmere Fire District shall meet on the 23rd day of November, 2020 between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Woodmere Fire District Headquarters Building, located at 20 Irving Place, Woodmere, New York for the purpose of preparing the rolls of registered voters of the Woodmere Fire District. The annual election of the Woodmere Fire District will be held on the 8th day of December, 2020, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Woodmere Fire District Headquarters Building, located at 20 Irving Place, Woodmere, New York. PLEASE BE ADVISED that only those persons who have registered with the County Board of Elections on or before the 16th day of November, 2020, and have resided in the fire district for thirty days prior to said date of election shall be eligible to vote. PLEASE BE ADVISED that candidates for District Office shall file their names with the Secretary of the Woodmere Fire District at the Woodmere Fire District Headquarters Building, located at 20 Irving Place, Woodmere, New York no later than twenty (20) days before the date of the election. Said filing shall be submitted in the form of petition subscribed by twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the Fire District to the Fire District Secretary. Petition forms shall be made available by the Fire District Secretary. Dated: Woodmere, New York October 15, 2020 DAVID HALLER Fire District Secretary WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT 123866

LEGAL NOTICE WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT RESOLUTION FOR M A N D A T O R Y REFERENDUM ON THE PROPOSED SALE OF FIRE APPARATUS RESOLUTION of the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, calling for a mandatory referendum on the proposed sale of Fire Apparatus; namely, a 2014 Ford F550 Super Duty Diesel 4-Door Rescue Truck in accordance with the requirements of Town Law §176 subparagraph 23, to be held at the Annual Fire District Election on Tuesday, December 8, 2020,

directing publication of notice of election, and determining other matters in connection therewith; and WHEREAS, the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT finds it necessary to sell a 2014 Ford F550 Super Duty Diesel 4-Door Rescue Truck which it has determined to be no longer necessary for the uses and purposes of the Fire District, and has determined said 2014 Ford F550 Super Duty Diesel 4-Door Rescue Truck to be valued at more than one hundred thousand ($100,000.00) dollars subject to market forces; and WHEREAS, the BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS has determined that such sale or disposal of this Fire Apparatus will enable the Fire District to better serve the firefighting and emergency service needs of the residents and taxpayers of the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT; and BE IT RESOLVED, that the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT shall sell or dispose of one (1) 2014 Ford F550 Super Duty Diesel 4-Door Rescue Truck deemed no longer necessary for the uses and purposes of the fire district valued at more than one hundred thousand ($100,000.00) dollars subject to market forces subject to approval of this mandatory referendum by the registered voters of the Fire District, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT shall conduct a mandatory referendum at the Annual Fire District Election on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. in order to determine whether the Board of Fire Commissioners may sell or dispose of such 2014 Ford F550 Super Duty Diesel 4-Door Rescue Truck; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that such mandatory referendum of the registered voters of the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT, in the Town of

Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, shall be held at the Woodmere Fire District Headquarters Building located at 20 Irving Place, Woodmere, New York, commencing at 6:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, 2020, and the polls shall remain open until 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, that evening or as much longer as may be necessary to enable the voters then present to cast their votes; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Proposition to be submitted to the registered voters shall be by election machine or paper ballot and the Fire District Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to have the necessary election machines secured and paper ballots prepared for said use; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Fire District Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to give notice of said mandatory referendum in conjunction with the notice to be given for the Annual Fire District Election; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman, Election Inspectors, and Ballot Clerks for said mandatory referendum (hereinafter referred to as Election Board) shall be the resident electors of the fire district named to serve in those capacities in the separate resolution adopted by the Board at its meeting of October 15, 2020, and that they shall receive as compensation that amount specified in said resolution described above; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Election Board shall meet at the Woodmere Fire District Headquarters Building, located at 20 Irving Place, Woodmere, New York on November 23, 2020, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., to commence preparation of the rolls of registered voters for said mandatory referendum; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in preparing such register, the Inspectors of Election shall comply with the following procedure: (a) They shall adopt, use or copy from, the registration list certified and supplied by the County Board of Elections the names appearing thereon of all persons residing in the Fire District and qualified to vote in such forthcoming Fire District election; (b) The register for the Fire District shall include as a minimum the space for the name of the voter, his address within the Fire District and a space for his signature to be signed by the voter on election day; and (c) The Fire District Secretary shall furnish the Inspectors of Election, at Fire District expense, with all necessary registration books, papers, equipment and supplies. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Proposition to be submitted to the voters of the WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT shall be in the following form: PROPOSITION “SHALL THE RESOLUTION OF THE WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK, ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT ON OCTOBER 15, 2020 AUTHORIZING AND EMPOWERING THE SALE OR DISPOSAL OF ONE (1) 2014 FORD F550 SUPER DUTY DIESEL 4-DOOR RESCUE TRUCK VALUED AT MORE THAN ONE HUNDRED T H O U S A N D ($100,000.00) DOLLARS SUBJECT TO MARKET FORCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF TOWN LAW §176, SUBPARAGRAPH (23), BE APPROVED?” BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Secretary shall publish and post legal notices as required by law and that such proposition to be submitted to the registered voters at such special election.

The resolution was duly put to a vote and on roll call the vote was as follows: Chairman Judah Karkowsky ) Commissioner David Stern ) Commissioner Israel Max ) Commissioner Melanie Kail ) Commissioner Ronna Rubenstein ) AYES Board of Fire Commissioners The resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted. Dated: Woodmere, New York October 15, 2020 DAVID HALLER FIRE DISTRICT SECRETARY WOODMERE FIRE DISTRICT 123811 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 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Hewlett Bay Fire District in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, at a meeting held on the 10th of November 2020, duly adopted the following Resolution, subject to permissive referendum: A Resolution authorizing the expenditure of monies from the Hewlett Bay Fire District Capital Reserve Building Fund to install a new split air conditioning to help cooling the members meeting / recreation room; not to exceed the cost of $15,000.00. A complete copy of the permissive referendum summarized herewith is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the office of the Hewlett Bay Fire District Office for a period of Thirty (30) days from the date of Board meeting of Notice. Dated: Hewlett Bay fire District, New York November 10, 2020 /s/Dan Weisner District Secretary 123873

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he election is in the history books. As the dust finally settles on the presidential race, it appears that Joe Biden won with the same razor-thin margin by which Donald Trump did in 2016. In both cases, a shift of less than 100,000 votes in a few states could have tipped the election the other way. Maybe the biggest surprise was the polls predicting a Biden blowout that again missed the mark by wide margins, just as they did in 2016. Given the devastating impact of the coronavirus on the nation’s health and econoAlfonse my, it’s amazing d’AmATo that President Trump was able to come so close to being re-elected. He did better than polls predicted with Latino and African-American voters, who, I believe, may be less liberal than Democratic leaders think. It’s a tribute to Biden’s steadiness that he wended his way to the presidency through a bruising primary thicket and Trump’s strong closing campaign to win. And that Kamala Harris — a woman of Indian and Jamaican heritage — will serve as vice president is a historic first.

But if I could give my old friend Mr. Biden some advice, it would be to recognize that the results of the election do not confer a mandate to veer too far from the political center. Republicans did not lose a raft of Senate seats, as polls also incorrectly predicted. They suffered a loss of only one seat, and as things stand now they hold 50 seats, while the Democrats have 48. There will be two runoff elections in January in Georgia to determine Senate control. Democrats need to win both of those races to create a 50-50 Senate tie, which could then be broken by Vice President-elect Harris’s vote. That’s a tall order in a closely divided state like Georgia. Look for voters there to send at least one of the two GOP incumbents back to the Senate, helping Republicans retain the majority. The situation in the House is also instructive. It appears that far from losing seats there (as the polls and pundits again incorrectly predicted), the GOP didn’t lose a single seat, and instead will gain as many as 12, leaving the House closely divided. Here on Long Island, Republicans fared well, with Trump winning both Nassau and Suffolk counties; a big win for U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin; and

Andrew Garbarino winning the seat held by retiring Rep. Peter King. Within the Democratic House majority are a significant number of moderate Democrats who are not eager to see their party move too far left. If Speaker Nancy Pelosi fails to heed this call for moderation, she could very well lose her majority in the 2022 midterm election, as she did in 2010. It’s worth noting that history is not on her side, as the sitting president’s party has lost seats in every midterm election but one since World War II. Republicans also exceeded expectations in states across the country. They picked up a governorship, didn’t lose a single state House, and flipped control of three formerly Democratic legislatures. In New York, GOP candidates did remarkably well. A successful effort led by prominent Republican Ron Lauder helped produce wins in several State Senate races, ensuring that GOP senators can play a significant role in key bills and in critical state budget negotiations requiring “supermajorities” to override gubernatorial vetoes. All of this leads me to conclude that President-elect Biden would be well

ome advice for my old friend Joe Biden: Concentrate on the virus and the economy.

advised to concentrate his efforts on defeating the coronavirus and rebuilding the U.S. economy. There’s great progress being made on developing a safe and effective Covid-19 vaccine. Let’s get it produced and distributed to every American. And there’s still a need to help businesses and workers who are dealing with the frightening economic impact of the epidemic. Let’s get them the help they need. What will not be helpful is a misguided push to increase taxes on American businesses and workers during a fragile economic recovery. A vast majority of economists agree that raising taxes in a recession is counterproductive. Saddling American taxpayers with increased capital gains taxes that stifle investment would be especially damaging. And this is no time to hike business taxes, either. The tax relief enacted in 2017 helped produce an economic boom only Covid-19 could undo. Biden’s campaign slogan was “Build back better.” Let’s build on the economic progress we made before the coronavirus hit, and build on the American electorate’s mandate for moderation. Al D’Amato, a former U.S. senator from New York, is the founder of Park Strategies LLC, a public policy and business development firm. Comments about this column? ADAmato@liherald.com.

Dinner for two at our Thanksgiving table

s anyone else thinking about the Berlin Airlift? It is one of the great stories of American audacity in the face of political thuggery. In case you’re too young, to remember, after World War II, the United States was part of the Allied occupation of Berlin, which had been bombed into rubble. Berlin had been ground zero for the rise of Hitler, and in 1948 the streets still echoed with the cheers of Germans who had RAndi helped usher the kReiss Fuhrer into power. One of the other occupiers was Stalin’s Soviet Union. With no warning, on June 24, 1948, Stalin moved to take over control of West Berlin and push out the U.S., France and England. Stalin precipitously blocked all access to the city, shutting down the rail lines, roads and canal access. The plan was to lock down and starve the Berliners until the U.S. backed off so the Soviets could take control of the city, with further designs on the rest of Germany.

It was the first macro-aggression of what would become known as the Cold War. Only three years earlier, American forces had slogged through three years of bloody warfare in Europe. Some U.S. leaders called for an aggressive response, but President Harry Truman found another way. Under the leadership of General Lucius D. Clay, American forces began an airlift of supplies to West Berlin. Every day, planes landed bringing food, medicine and fuel — overall, more than 2 million tons of goods for Berliners over 15 months. On Sept. 30, 1949, Stalin gave up and lifted the blockade. Not a shot was fired. I feel inspired by this bit of history because it speaks to America’s ability to rise up to a threat. Ingenuity and courage are homegrown assets, and we never needed these strengths more than we do today. Our new enemy is Covid-19, which for reasons we all know is rampaging through our cities and states, killing people in increasing numbers and threatening our well-being and our prosperity. We

need to dig deep and summon the bravery to win this war. We are the victims of missed opportunities to better control the spread of the virus. We missed the chance to get ahead of the firestorm, but we still have agency. Every single one of us can still do the simple, effective things: wear a mask when near other people, maintain social distance and wait for the promising vaccines to become available. Don’t gather at parties or bars or family events. It won’t be forever, and it might save someone you love. This Thanksgiving, I believe we must accept the sacrifice of a simpler occasion, without expecting family to board planes or sit around a table set for 15 or 20. We can do this. We can do it this year in the hope that next year we can be thankful for lives saved. During World War II, there were four years of Thanksgivings marked by deprivation, loss and empty chairs. From the accounts I’ve read, people didn’t complain; it would have been unpatriotic, considering the sacrifices being made by soldiers in the eye of the storm. Butter

simpler occasion this year in order to celebrate saved lives next year.

and gasoline were rationed, some years turkeys were scarce, and people were asked not to book trains so as to save seats for soldiers on furlough. We are in the throes of a catastrophic pandemic that is ruining lives and taking lives from coast to coast, north and south. We don’t know exactly how or when it will end, but we must do what we can to stop the spread. The courage is in doing the right thing, one foot in front of the other, without knowing for sure what lies ahead. When American pilots took off for the first flight into West Berlin in 1948, they didn’t know if they would be doing the run for a week or a year or 10 years. They didn’t know how long they could keep up the supply line, but they did it the first day, and they kept flying until the Soviets caved. We need to do what our medical experts and our presidentelect are telling us to do: Find the grace to think of others. Don’t gather with groups of family and friends. Have a good-enough Thanksgiving on our own, with the comforting compensation of knowing we are serving the common good, all of us Americans, fighting this fight together. Copyright 2020 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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hanksgiving is only a week away, and the December holidays are fast approaching. We’re supposed to be making plans to shop in our local downtowns or at the malls, but because of the coronavirus pandemic, we may be tempted to turn to the national online outlets instead. Despite the crisis, we encourage you to consider patronizing our mom-and-pop shops, many of which now offer their goods online. Abandoning our local businesses would be devastating on so many levels. First, we could see an even greater number of them go under than already have. That could lead to boarded-up storefronts and empty main streets, which would depress local property values and increase property-tax rates. Second, the businesses that have long supported our communities through donations to the Little Leagues

and the Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops would no longer be around to depend on. Third, your friends and neighbors would lose jobs and their livelihoods. So we implore you to make a plan to shop safely — and shop locally. And please, keep patronizing area restaurants. Winter is almost upon us. You may not feel safe yet dining in — even though our local eateries are taking all mandated precautions — but you can certainly order from them and pick up your meals or have them delivered. It feels like we blinked, and nine months have passed since Covid-19 hit New York. Here’s what we wrote in our March 19-25 editorial, “Even now, patronize your local small businesses,” 35 weeks ago. Not much has changed since then. “Coronavirus has swept across New York with astounding speed, leaving sickness, fear and uncertainty in its wake. Small

businesses, particularly restaurants and bars, have taken a beating over the past two weeks — yes, it’s been only two weeks since the first coronavirus case in Nassau County was reported, though it feels like ages. “Business at restaurants and bars was cut in half by the coronavirus — and that was before Gov. Andrew Cuomo banned gatherings of more than 50 people on Monday, forcing restaurants and bars to close, though take-out is now allowed, including alcohol from bars, distilleries and wineries. “Many small businesses, which are the lifeblood of our downtowns, run on small budgets, with narrow profit margins. A steady downturn in sales, even for a few weeks, could kill a mom-and-pop shop. “That is why we urge people to patronize their local small businesses, even during these frightening times.”

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ith the Covid-19 infection rate creeping up above 3 percent in parts of New York state, including Long Island, Gov. Andrew Cuomo last week issued two executive orders. The first requires any establishment with a liquor license, including bars, restaurants, movie theaters, bowling alleys and pool halls, to close after 10 p.m. The second limits gatherings in homes to 10 people or fewer. Thank you, Governor, for staying on top of this terrible outbreak and showing the courage to do what is potentially unpopular, but vital to maintaining public health.

The evidence is overwhelming that large gatherings lead to higher infection rates — and more deaths. Public health officials are pleading with families to abide by Cuomo’s most recent restrictions. Many have said on social media and in other forums that the government cannot control what they do in their own homes. That’s true. Law enforcement is not likely to come and bang on your door if 25 family members and friends attend your Thanksgiving get-together, provided the celebration doesn’t spill into a public venue. You would, however, have to live with the consequences if the disease were to

letters Thanks to those who think of others To the Editor: During this season of gratitude, I want to offer my heartfelt thanks to all our neighbors who make helping others a priority in their lives. Their commitment to service takes on added significance as our communities face this global pandemic together. I extend a special salute to our region’s health care heroes who continue to sacrifice so much to help our region get through this crisis. Every day I am humbled by our Red Cross volunteers, who share of themselves to help the most vulnerable prepare for and recover from life-changing disasters like fires, floods and building collapses. This year, following historic wildfires out West and relentless hurricanes along the Gulf Coast, many traveled far from home to deliver hope and help to thousands of families. Thank you to our partners, who share with us a com-

spread among your guests. So, please, stick to the rules. They were put in place to protect you and your loved ones. Think of it like this: Put off the big celebrations this holiday season so you can all get together in 2021. Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said last Sunday that we could very well round the corner on this disease next April with a Covid-19 vaccine, which now appears within our reach. So please be patient until then and limit your social interactions, as difficult as that might be.

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aving run successfully for public office 13 times, I can readily understand why President Trump is having a hissy fit. My political mentor once reminded me that “winning isn’t everything, but losing is nothing.” Trump doesn’t like to lose, and according to his niece Mary Trump, losing was never allowed in the Trump family. The idea of being one of only 10 presidents who ran for re-election and lost must really be galling. In the private sector, Trump had numerous ways to avoid losing. He JerrY franchised his kremer name to be put on dozens of buildings, with no liability. He filed for bankruptcy several times, and in almost every case emerged with no obligations to his creditors. There are dozens of ways to come out a winner in the business world, but in politics, you either win or you lose. I am among those who really don’t care whether Trump concedes his loss and calls President-elect Joseph Biden.

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History tells us that it’s the right thing to do. But it wouldn’t bother me at all if Trump didn’t show up on Jan. 20 for the Biden inauguration. My thinking about the departing president is colored by four years of Trump and everything he has done and stood for. At this moment in time, well over 1,000 Americans are dying each day of Covid-19. Hospitals in socalled red states like Texas and Montana are running out of ICU beds, and the president is doing absolutely nothing. There is a coronavirus task force headed by Vice President Mike Pence, but its hands are tied because the administration doesn’t want to do anything. Weeks ago, we learned that more than 500 children were separated from their parents after being picked up at the Mexican border as part of Trump’s crackdown on immigration. Biden called the situation a “national disgrace,” but the man who could do something about the tragedy, Trump, remains silent. I still remember then Attorney General Jeff Sessions pledging to enforce a “zero tolerance” policy on

immigration in which children would be separated from their loved ones, and no one tried to stop him. I recall that after the protests and violence in Charlottesville, Trump uttered his famous words that there were “very fine people on both sides.” I have continuing visions of the president sending comforting signals to the white supremacy crowd while they were holding torchlight parades demeaning ethnic minorities. I haven’t forgotten his slandering of the late Sen. John McCain or his cruelty toward a Gold Star family. Over the years, Trump has reserved his greatest hostility for women. At his news conferences, he has gone out of his way to insult women reporters with taunts and mean-spirited comebacks. No president in American history has been accused by so many women of sexual assaults. No president since Richard Nixon has refused to make any of his tax records public. “They’re under audit,” Trump has said, ad nauseam. He made many promises back in 2016 to win the support of the country’s vot-

an. 20 will bring a new occupant to the White House, and we won’t miss this one.

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mon purpose and community spirit that extends our reach and helps connect more individuals with critical humanitarian support. And thank you to our supporters, who allow the Red Cross to deliver emergency relief 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Wishing you all a happy and safe Thanksgiving. Let’s continue to look out for one another. NeeLA LOCkeL CEO, American Red Cross on Long Island

Cheers mask column To the editor: I applaud Dr. eric C. Last’s column in last week’s Herald, “Surely we shouldn’t be fighting over wearing masks.” The coronavirus pandemic has grown to such proportions, both locally and internationally, that the closing words of Dr. Last’s column cannot be over-emphasized in urging us in the community to develop good preventive habits against the virus: “It’s following the simplest guidance there is: Treat others as you’d want to be treated yourself. We owe one another nothing less.” BOB PRAVeR Glen Cove

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ers. His pledged that he was going to “drain the swamp.” Four years later, a number of his close associates and campaign advisers have been convicted of federal crimes. Lobbyists have been given open access to the operations of the administration, and many have become federal officials. Generals with admirable war records have been recruited to serve in Trump’s cabinet, and have been showered with insults when they chose to leave. Prominent corporate executives have been treated in the same ugly fashion. The conflicts of interest created by Trump’s family businesses have frequently made headlines, with no effort to curb their excesses. Jan. 20 isn’t that far away, and it will be a happy day for those of us who have wished for a new occupant of the White House. There’s no need for Trump to bother attending. His absence would be noted, but not missed. 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.

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Will Trump come to Biden’s inauguration? I don’t care.

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