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Olivia Silver, far left, with AnnMarie DiFrancesca, of Mount Sinai South Nassau, and Jessica LaSalle. Silver and LaSalle, both students at John F. Kennedy High School in Bellmore, orchestrated a gift donation for teenagers in the hospital during the holidays.

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Olivia Silver, Jessica LaSalle donate holiday gifts to Mount Sinai South Nassau By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Hundreds of toy drives occur every holiday season, collecting dozens of donations. Communities like to give back to those in need — whether it be through organizations like Toys for Tots, or to school drives that donate toys to children in hospitals. Holiday gift drives are usually geared towards younger children, and the donated items aren’t always suitable for teens. Sometimes, this is due to a lack of awareness that older children are in need of donations too, or a failure to understand what may be the best, age-appropriate gifts to donate.

As a result, these drives often overlook teenagers. Olivia Silver and Jessica LaSalle, both juniors at John F. Kennedy High School in Bellmore, are seeking to change that. With the help of the school’s Key Club, the 16-year-old girls wanted to do something to give back to kids their own age this holiday season. “We wanted to do some community service, especially during the holidays,” Silver said. “We felt like we wanted to give back to our community and everything — and we felt like the best way, with the theme of the holidays, was to give gifts back to people in the hospitals, since they’re in need during this time. We especially wanted to stick to CONtiNueD ON pAge 5

Plans for the Empire Wind 2 offshore wind farm — a controversial project that would impact Long Beach, Oceanside, Island Park and other nearby municipalities — have been scrapped, at least for now. On Jan. 3, Equinor and BP announced an agreement with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to terminate the Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificate Agreement for the project. In a statement explaining the termination, Equinor cited rising inflation, higher borrowing costs, and supply chain issues. In November New York announced new energy guidelines that allowed companies that petitioned the state for financial relief, as BP and Equinor did, to exit old contracts and re-offer projects at higher prices. The winners of an expedited solicitation for offshore wind will be announced in February. Local elected officials and community leaders who vehemently opposed the project were ecstatic about the latest decision.

“Protecting our community and preserving our environment and quality of life is paramount to the Village of Island Park,” Mayor Michael McGinty said in a statement. “The voice of Island Park was heard loud and clear — we will not be taken advantage of. We will not allow any organization to compromise our health, safety, and quality of life for the sake of increasing their profit margin.” “We are pleased to lear n Equinor has abandoned this m i s g u i d e d p ro j e c t , ” L o n g Beach City Council President Brendan Finn said. “We will remain vigilant to ensure the health, safety and quality of life of our residents are protected.” Empire Wind expected to produce more than 3.3 gigawatts of clean energy, enough to power more than 2 million homes, according to Teddy Muhlfelder, a vice president of Equinor, a Norwegian energy company. The energy generated by 846-foot tall wind turbines would be transferred by underg round cable to the Hampton Road electrical substation in Oceanside, and linked as well to an existing CONtiNueD ON pAge 16

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New year resolutions, self-reflections and you! appy New Year! Yes, it is that time of year when we inspire to start anew, which often includes incorporating our new year res-

olutions! Personal self-care goals we start out with great enthusiasm and intention, yet all too often find ourselves slowly losing momentum in maintaining them as we become distracted with everyday life. As such, I found myself pondering the origin relating to New Year resolutions and why we make them year after year, knowing they may not last.

The History of New Year’s Resolutions The ancient Babylonians are said to have been the first people to make New Year’s resolutions, some 4,000 years ago. They were also the first to hold recorded celebrations in honor of the new year— though for them the year began not in January but in mid-March, when the crops were planted. During a massive 12-day religious festival known as Akitu, the Babylonians crowned a new king or reaffirmed their loyalty to the reigning king. They also made promises to the gods to pay their debts and return any objects they had borrowed. These promises could be considered the forerunners of our New Year’s resolutions. If the Baby-

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lonians kept to their word, their (pagan) gods would bestow favor on them for the coming year. If not, they would fall out of the gods’ favor—a place no one wanted to be. Despite the tradition’s religious roots, New Year’s resolutions today are a mostly secular practice. Instead of making promises to the gods, most people make resolutions only to themselves, and focus purely on self-improvement

Re-establishing your priorities Whether your resolutions are oriented around personal well being, nurturing relationships, or establishing financial security, it reveals what is most important to you. Our time is our most precious resource. Determining how to use our time to enhance the aspects of our lives that are most important to us is essential to leading a purposeful life.

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why is it important? Why do millions of people resolve to change at the onna isacano Self-reflection is the act beginning of every year? A of looking inward and rown series of studies into what examining our thoughts, researchers have dubbed feelings, and actions. It the “fresh start effect” has allows us to gain selflooked at how temporal landmarks can awareness and a deeper understanding motivate inspirational behaviors. of who we are and what we want out of The New Year feels like a new beginlife. After all, the more reflective we are, ning, which is why so many people often the more effective we become. set lofty resolutions during these times. While this practice can sometimes lead Celebrate each victory be they big or people to bite off more than they can small chew, going after resolutions can also Every day is a new challenge to live present great opportunities to overcome the way we intend to, according to our struggles with willpower, determinapassions and purpose. Remember, it

takes less effort to stay the same than it does to change. Most goals require stepping outside of our comfort zone and that is why many people give up. Stepping out results in growth, achievement, and increased self-esteem. On a personal note: As for myself, I no longer engage in “exercising” New Year resolutions as they never truly “work out” for me. However, I do try to focus on incorporating healthier choices that will benefit my well being and do so with the hope these self-care choices will grow stronger throughout the year. For as we know, personal growth is an ongoing journey and why it is important to keep moving forward “one day at a time” in authentically caring for ourselves without judgement or comparison - no matter what time of year it is! To embrace our own unique, personal “evolution” as we each cultivate our individual strengths, skills, and happiness in recognizing we are each our own greatest investment! Donna Pisacano-Brown is a Point Lookout resident who has been a columnist featured in local newspapers since 1996. She is a passionate advocate for drunken driving awareness, and shining a light on mental health topics.

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Oceanside High School students perform Willy Wonka Jr. Bowe, Arielle Ziff, Julietta Beauchesne, and Alexa Perri rounded out the main cast as Augustus Gloop, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, and Mike Teavee. Students also performed at schools two, eight and 9E, the days before the official show. — Kepherd Daniel

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The Oceanside High School thespians took the stage on Friday evening Jan. 5 and again for a Saturday matinee performance on Jan 6. Michael Savopoulos had the lead role as Willy Wonka and Annie Carter shone as Charlie Bucket. Grandpa Joe was played by Dylan Campbell, and Logan

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Willy Wonka takes center stage and was played by Michael Savopoulos.

Veruca Salt played by Arielle Ziff who was a star in her role.

Grandpa Joe played by Dylan Campbell and Annie Carter with the golden ticket.

Violet Beauregarde played by Julietta Beauchesne who impressed with her vocals.

The cast was met with a round of applause for a spirited performance.

Logan Bowe played by Augustus Gloop who gave a passionate performance.

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The tale of the tenacious raccoon has finally reached its climax. For weeks, the furry troublemaker, nicknamed “Ricky the raccoon” by community members, had been wreaking havoc on West Waukena avenue in Oceanside leaving residents on edge. From overturned trashcans to late-night disturbances, the raccoon had become the talk of the neighborhood, as local moms feared leaving their kids outdoors. Determined to restore peace, community residents alerted the local police to the menace. “Thanks to our Nassau police for capturing Ricky, I feel at peace having my boy out with his friends knowing that he’s safe to ride his bike around,” said Oceanside resident Matthew Levine. County police embarked on a mission to apprehend the elusive raccoon. The chase wasn’t without its challenges, but the police successfully apprehended the

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Island Park students are recognized at board meeting Several students were recognized as November students of the month at the Dec. 18 Island Park board of education meeting. The lear ner profile attribute for November was “thinkers,” which describes students who use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems. They exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions. Superintendent of schools Vincent Randazzo reported important district updates including a special acknowledgment of former Island Park students Hailey Cardiello, Carlita Curtis and Emmalee Egan for being part of the Long Beach High School 2023 Class AA Varsity Girls Volleyball championship team and assistant superintendent Alison OffermanCelentano provided an overview of reviewed the district’s recent hour of code program. — Kepherd Daniel _________

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Former Island Park students Emmalee Egan, left and Carlita Curtis were recognized by superintendent of schools Vincent Randazzo for being part of the Long Beach High School 2023 Class AA varsity girls volleyball championship team.

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more. The week before Christmas, the girls teens, because we felt better giving back to people our own age, since we know brought the donations to Mount Sinai more about that age and what people South Nassau, coordinating their efforts with AnnMarie DiFrancesca, director would want.” Key Clubs, which are part of the of the hospital’s Child Life program, broader Kiwanis International, are stu- who was happy to accept gifts for teens. “She explained that yeah — a lot of dent-led organizations that encourage teenagers do get forgotten,” leadership through serving Silver said. “It’s mostly just others. The girls suggested toys for toddlers until elethe idea of donating gifts to mentary school. She was teenagers at a Key Club very happy that we were meeting right before giving the gifts, and she Thanksgiving, and everywas happy that it was one liked the idea. The club directed towards teens.” needed per mission from Since the drive was a the school to orchestrate a success, the girls expressed bake sale, in order to raise hope to organize it again money to purchase the next holiday season, and gifts, Silver and LaSalle that the goodwill gesture explained. The bake sale will continue after they was approved a few weeks graduate. later, and it was held on “It definitely felt good to Dec. 14. Olivia Silver work toward this,” Silver “At the bake sale, the Junior, John F. Kennedy said. “We didn’t really Key Club members did help High School know if it was going to be with that,” Silver said. successful at all with the “They did end up bringing in baked goods and everything. And it bake sale — we didn’t really know if was pretty successful. A lot of people that would work out, and it ended up did bring things, and a lot of people working out. It shows how great the were willing to give back as well, since community around us is and how good people can be. It did motivate us.” they knew the cause.” LaSalle added, “It feels good to give The bake sale raised a little more than $200, and the following weekend back, especially to people who might be the girls went out and purchased 40 needing more during these times. Espegifts, for both boys and girls, at Five cially since they don’t always get things Below. The purchased items included — and when they do, it might be stuff blankets, stuffed animals, coloring that is more childish for them. We books, reusable cups, headphones, Blue- thought about them, and their age, and tooth speakers, colored pencils and what they would want specifically.”

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O’Side students tour water treatment facility School eight fifth graders took a tour of the South Shore Water Reclamation Facility at Bay Park in East Rockaway on Dec. 8..

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dominic obukwelu V.S. North Senior Basketball A TWO=TIME All-County selection and one of the Herald’s featured players in its 2023-24 preview section, Obukwelu continues to compete at a high level. The versatile forward who can do damage from the perimeter (22 threepointers) and drive to the rim averaged more than 20 points over the Spartans’ first 11 games including a season-high 28 against Valley Stream South Dec. 16. He’s also averaging 7.5 rebounds.

GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Jan. 11 Boys Basketball: Oceanside at Syosset .................... 5 p.m. Wrestling: V.S. South at Lawrence ............................. 5 p.m. Gymnastics: Hicksville at Long Beach ....................... 6 p.m. Gymnastics: Garden City at Hewlett .....................6:30 p.m. Gymnastics: Lynbrook at Wantagh ............................ 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Uniondale at Freeport..................... 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 12 Girls Basketball: Garden City at Sewanhaka ........4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Calhoun at Elmont.......................... 5 p.m. Wrestling: North Shore at Seaford............................. 6 p.m. Boys Basketball: V.S. Central at Long Beach ............. 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: MacArthur at Mepham ................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Kennedy at South Side .................. 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Seaford at Clarke............................ 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: South Side at Kennedy................... 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 13 Wrestling: Uniondale Tournament.............................. 9 a.m. Wrestling: MacArthur Tournament ............................. 9 a.m. Wrestling: Freeport Tournament................................. 9 a.m. Wrestling: V.S. Central Tournament ............................ 9 a.m. Boys Basketball: Wantagh at Lynbrook ...................12 p.m. Boys Basketball: East Rockaway at West Hemp. .....12 p.m. Girls Basketball: Lynbrook at Wantagh ....................12 p.m. Boys Basketball: Friends Academy at Lawrence......12 p.m. Girls Basketball: West Hemp. at East Rockaway......12 p.m.

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The Oceanside girls’ basketball team is coming off an historic season. The Sailors made the playoffs for the first time in five years and won a playoff round for the first time since 2012. But Oceanside has learned in the early going of 2023-24 that trumping history isn’t as easy despite continued stellar play of superstar Brianna Amenta. Oceanside is off to a decent-enough 7-5 start and has posted three straight non-league victories — a giant win over Calhoun and solid wins over Herricks and Carey. But Oceanside’s Conference AAA record stands at 1-2 and that gnaws at head coach Jared Stoler. In the new conference format, teams face each other just once so the seniorladen Sailors won’t get a chance at revenge after early season conference defeats to Uniondale and Freeport. “They were close games and if you take those as wins, we could’ve secured a better playoff spot than what we’re looking at right now,’’ Stoler said. “The way we’re constructed, we’re better prepared if we had more game experience. I’m bummed about those two losses. If we saw them again, I have total confidence we could’ve switched the outcome around.’’ With Amenta averaging 16 points a game and an infusion of offense from Samantha Farsky (8 ppg), Oceanside looks well-equipped for a second straight playoff berth. “The season has gone pretty good,’’ Farsky said. “We have so many returnees from last year. We’ve won our last three games, which is a team booster. I think we are getting the pieces together with our defense.’’ Farsky has noticed a better cohesion after a change to a strict man-to-man defensive scheme. “ It’s been put together the last few games and our help defense is better,’’ Farsky said. “We’re getting it together.’’ Oceanside’s top defender has been Maeve Barrins, a senior who averages the most minutes. “She’s one of the best defenders in the county,’’ Stoler said. “She’s on the floor or 32 of the 32 minutes unless she needs break or the opposing best player is out. She does everything well on defense. She knows where everyone should be and plays great on the ball and off the ball.’’ Other notable tough defenders are Grace DeDominica and Natalie Paul, who both come off the bench. “They’re not lighting up the scoreboard but they’re always right around the ball fighting for the rebound,’’ Stoler said. “When we’re firing on all cylinders, our defense is really good and we’ve continued what we did last year.’’ The Sailors biggest concer n was

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Junior Camryn Weinberg is contributing to the offense for the Sailors, who hope to get on track against Conference AAA opponents. whether they had enough firepower surrounding Amenta. Farksy has done her part, Emma Pagano (6.5 ppg) has scored a lot of buckets around the rim and junior Camryn Weinberg (5.8 ppg) is also contributing. Farsky, meanwhile, has improved her free-throw shooting. She’s 9 of 11 in her last two games. “We’re doing a lot of it in practice,” she said. “Getting those extra points on the board has really helped us and it’s been good for me.’’ Oceanside’s best victory came Dec.

27 against Calhoun, 57-47, when Amenta scored 15 points, 7 assists and provided excellent defense. “It was our most complete game of the year,’’ Stoler said. The best may be yet to come for the Sailors, who face Baldwin this week. Baldwin knocked Oceanside out of the playoffs last season in the quarterfinals. “I would love to go farther,’’ Farsky said. “We have basically the same group of girls. We want to make the playoffs and if we can make it to Hofstra (The Final 4), that’s the goal.’’

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Trainer. Both types provide good results if done consistently. In recent months, assisted stretching has taken off at the JCC. “Members love it,” said JCC member, Suzi Tuckman, “Assisted stretching is a gift to myself, providing relaxation and health benefits.” Nass takes Mahon through various stretching techniques, including rowing movements and tricep extensions. The focus on breath control during stretches and the importance of avoiding pain is emphasized, providing valuable insights for those exploring stretching routines. Mahon started her trips to the JCC two years ago after moving to Long Beach and although she has always been a regular gym attendee, she says stretching with Nass has made her feel great. “I’m able to take possible lessons from Jill and it’s really good because as we age, you’ll wake up one morning and ask what hurts next?” For more information about stretching and personal training programs at the Friedberg JCC, contact Jackie Ruiz, the director of wellness at 516-634-4019. — Kepherd Daniel

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OHS Students invited to Mad learn’s app creation showcase Several Oceanside High School students were invited to participate in the MAD-learn virtual student showcase on Dec. 7. Anthony Bruno was one of four students invited to showcase the mobile apps they had developed last year in Kimberly Epps’ App creation class at Oceanside Middle School. Anthony and his partner, Jacob Radin, who was unable to attend the event, created a vacation finder app that offers detailed information on a number of types of vacations, including mountain, beach, and amusement park trips, among others. Within each type of vacation, the app offers suggested locations or organizations for users to investigate further. The MAD-learn student showcase event highlighted students across the country who presented via Zoom and answered questions about the apps they created using MAD-learn’s design thinking program. Vincent LaBruzzi and Jayden Kuo of Oceanside High School

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When you think of working out you likely think about barbells, dumbbells, and treadmills, but how often do you think about stretching? At the JCC in Oceanside, the fitness team is making it their goal to get people to stretch more often. Personal trainers guide clients through both active and passive stretching routines. Jill Nass is a certified personal trainer and stretch specialist and guides clients such as Long Beach resident Liz Mahon, through exercises targeting various muscle groups and demonstrates the transformative power of stretching from dynamic movements to assisted stretches. Nass breaks down the science behind stretching, elucidating how disciplined stretching can lead to increased flexibility and improved daily movements. Nass emphasizes how stretching can be a great complement to a strength or cardio workout, but it can also offer many benefits. The key takeaway: stretching is not just a physical exercise but a journey towards enhanced well-being and an active, social life. “That’s why Liz is in such good shape and she’s still walking on the boardwalks,” said Nass. Active stretching is done by individuals themselves while passive stretching is done with the assistance of a Personal

New tax assessor aims to be accessible rate, transparent, assessment office,” Adamo said. “Maybe under the previous administration it wasn’t that, but now I feel like the problems have been fixed, As the new acting tax assessor for Nassau County, and now we’re going forward.” And there have been a few errors. Democrats in the Joseph Adamo wants his department to be accurate and transparent when it comes to establishing how county legislature revealed in 2022 that nearly 850 much tax properties inside the county will pay each property owners were overcharged for school taxes. And then last March, county officials disyear. covered it had failed to apply $139 million For some 25 years, Adamo has worked in assessed valuation on nearly 625 homes, on the other side of the field, representing which left affected homeowners with little clients wanting to challenge how governtime to challenge the assessments. ments assessed the value of their properFinding a permanent county assessor ties, with the hope of reducing tax bills. has been challenging since the departure This, he says, gives him an understanding of David Moog — appointed by then-counof how assessments work, where property ty executive Laura Curran — in 2021. Matvalues should be, and the importance of thew Cronin moved into the role soon getting to know the people behind the after, but stepped down last summer. deeds. JoSEpH AdAmo Since then, the County Executive Bruce “The one thing that I want to get across acting tax assessor, Blakeman searched nationwide for a sucto everyone in Nassau County is that I’m cessor, realizing he did not need to look far, going to be the most resident-friendly Nassau County finding Adamo in his own backyard. And assessor out of them all,” Adamo told the Blakeman has made his expectations of Herald. “I’m here to do a job, and I’m going Adamo clear, telling the Herald in a statement his new to do it well.” The role of the assessment department is, among acting assessor will make the department “the most other things, to determine the taxable value of all resi- fair, accurate, transparent and resident-friendly dential and commercial properties in Nassau County. department in the nation.” Adamo will serve in an acting capacity for the next That includes collecting property information, maintaining property records and tax maps, and answering six months. By summer, Blakeman is expected to decide if his role becomes permanent. questions from the community. In the meantime, Adamo, wants to get more of his Although he’s spent the past decade working in Manhattan, according to his online resume, Adamo is staff on the phones to make sure assessments are corno stranger to Nassau, growing up in Levittown. Nas- rect. He believes in talking to people and putting himsau is a county he loves, Adamo says, and hopes to self out there. “I just look forward to the challenge ahead,” Adamo turn the assessment office into one people can rely on. “I want every owner of property to have a fair, accu- said.

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’m here to do a job, and I’m going to do it well.

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Joseph Adamo, the new acting assessor for Nassau County, brings with him 25 years of experience assessing property for tax value. He replaces Matthew Cronin, who left his interim position last year.

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Mount Sinai earns rating in maternity care

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Mount Sinai South Nassau is the awarded this prestigious recognition. only hospital on the south shore of Nas- Our maternity team is dedicated to our sau and Suffolk Counties to earn the patients and to the communities we High Performing” rating in maternity serve.” A record-breaking 680 hospitals care for the second consecutive year, according to the 2024 U.S. News & World nationwide, offering labor and delivery Report’s “Best Hospitals for Maternity services, submitted detailed data for consideration in the ratings. The U.S. Care.” News methodology relies on The recognition highobjective measures such as lights the hospital’s commitC-section rates, newbor n ment to excellence in varicomplication rates, excluous aspects of maternity sive breastfeeding rates, care, including a reduced early elective delivery rates, C-section delivery rate, low and vaginal bir th after rates of early elective delivC-section rates. ery, and decreased risks for “The rating is a direct unexpected newborn comresult of our team’s commitplications. ment to meeting the needs In addition to achieving of mothers who decide to the highest rating, Mount deliver at Mount Sinai Sinai South Nassau stands Dr. ADhi ShArmA South Nassau,” said Alan out for its dedication to rou- president Garely, MD, Chair of Obstettine birthing-friendly pracr i c s a n d G y n e c o l o g y. t i c e s, t r a n s p a r e n cy o n racial/ethnic disparities, and a high “Through teamwork and collaboration, each mother and newborn receive the rate of exclusive infant breastfeeding. “This latest U.S. News rating con- compassionate care and services that firms what Mount Sinai South Nassau they deserve from the very beginning to mothers and their families already the day they are discharged home, I am know: Mount Sinai South Nassau pro- extraordinarily proud of our team.” Beyond the U.S. News rating, Mount vides the safest and most advanced high-quality mater nity care on the Sinai South Nassau is recognized as a South Shore,” said Mount Sinai South “Baby Friendly” hospital by the World Nassau’s President, Dr. Adhi Sharma. Health Organization and holds a spot “We are delighted to be the only hospital among the “Best Regional Hospitals” in in Nassau and Suffolk counties to be the New York metro area. In the 2023-24

our maternity team is dedicated to our patients.

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Mount Sinai South Nassau has earned the “High Performing” rating in maternity care for the second consecutive year. spacious labor and delivery rooms, and a Level Two Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with six beds for specialized care. The hospital is committed to providing care and ensuring a positive experience for all families. –Angelina Zingariello

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“Best Hospitals” list, the hospital received nine “High Performing” badges across various specialties. In 2023, Mount Sinai South Nassau welcomed over 2,008 newborns through the Women’s and Children’s Services’ Mother-Baby Unit. The unit has private rooms with hotel-like accommodations,

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She cares for sick and injured wildlife Karenlynn Stracher calls for a care center in Town of Hempstead By BEN FIEBERT bfiebert@liherald.com

Karenlynn Stracher first helped an injured gull when she was 17. Now, nearly 40 years later, her home doubles as an animal rehabilitation center. Stracher, 56, of Merrick, rehabilitates sick and injured wild animals across Nassau County. She is a one-woman show, caring for a couple of hundred winged and four-legged patients every year. Now she is pleading with the Town of Hempstead to open a facility where animals can get the attention and help they need, as she faces challenges including an outbreak of a fatal disorder in raccoons in Baldwin and other local communities. “Volunteers for Wildlife, who was the only wildlife rehabilitation center in Nassau County, left Nassau County last year,” Stracher said. “So whatever rehabbers are left in Nassau County, which are a few of us, work out of our houses.” Her daily routine involves caring for a variety of animals in need of rehabilitation. In the morning she feeds as many as 100 animals, which include birds, raccoons, and squirrels that she houses in cages. She feeds them by bottle or syringe. She keeps water bottles and dishKaRENlyNN es of food full. All the cages are cleaned every day. STRachER “After that, I go into food Animal rehabilitator prep,” Stracher said. “So I mix formulas for different species, I chop vegetables, and then, by that time, it’s usually time for afternoon feedings.” At the end of the day, she does the laundry, washing the blankets, towel and rags she uses to keep the animals warm and clean. She must feed baby animals every two to three hours around the clock, so, she said, she is up all night long. Any free time she has usually involves taking calls from animal control officers, or police, letting her know about animals that needs help, or residents asking for assistance. Due to her workload, she has asked the Hempstead Town Board if the town could open a rehab facility for her to use, but after repeated requests, town officials said they don’t have any space to give her. Stracher said that her next step will be to ask the county for a rehab center. She hopes to incorporate what she is calling Long Island Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Inc. into a nonprofit in order to increase the chances of finding a facility more suited to her work than its current headquarters, her daughter’s bedroom. Other volunteers lend a hand, but Stracher said her family doesn’t want people coming and going into and out of their home all day long. “It’s a very difficult situation,” she said. “But if I say no, a lot of times these animals would die, and I feel terrible about that.” She is currently dealing with one of the worst outbreaks in memory of canine distemper in raccoons. Distemper, the second leading cause of death among raccoons after human activities like hunting and trapping, is a virus that infects the animals’ respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, spinal cord and brain, and is always fatal. A different strain of the disease, feline distemper, can also infect raccoons as it spreads rapidly among feral cats, killing large numbers of them. To prevent

hatever rehabbers are left in Nassau County, which are a few of us, work out of our houses.

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Karenlynn Stracher rehabilitates hundreds of animals every year, such as this opossum, in her home. that, Stracher advises that people who feed feral cats do so only during daylight hours, and sanitize their feeding bowls at night. “Right now, Freeport and Baldwin are the worst in terms of distemper cases,” she said. “And Merrick and Oceanside are close seconds.” Stracher posted a TikTok video of her testing a raccoon for distemper in Baldwin early last week, which garnered tens of thousands of likes. She captured the animal with a net, gently put it in a cage, and then, using a test similar to a rapid Covid-19 test, determined that the raccoon was indeed positive for distemper. The only option for raccoons that contract the disease is to take them to local veterinarians to be euthanized; otherwise they are left to suffer. That’s one of the reasons why Stracher would like to have a centralized location where anyone can take wildlife to be rehabilitated. Because there currently is none, she said, people often give up on helping sick and injured wild animals. “You have no idea how many people call me and say ‘I’ve had this animal since yesterday, and I couldn’t get help,’ or ‘You’re my 20th phone call and nobody is returning my calls,’” she said. “I just want one centralized location where anybody in the Town of Hempstead or Nassau County can call and know it will be answered.”

Among the animals Karenlynn Stracher cares for are squirrels, which she feeds with syringes.

Air and water quality raise alarms among residents, new poll reveals

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urged residents to take precautions, including protecting indoor air quality, monitoring symptoms, and seeking help when needed. The American Lung Society’s 2023 State of the Air Report further validated concerns, ranking the New York metro area poorly for high ozone and particle pollution days. While air quality took the lead, respondents also expressed significant concerns about water pollution, with more than 80 percent worried about the safety of their drinking water. Dr. Aaron E. Glatt, Chair of the Department of Medicine at Mount

Sinai South Nassau, highlighted potential health risks associated with specific substances found in water. “While the evidence is not undisputable, numerous epidemiological studies have associated exposure to specific perand polyfluorinated substances with a range of health diseases and complications, including liver disease, lipid and insulin dysregulation, kidney disease, adverse reproductive and developmental outcomes, and cancer,” said Aaron Glatt, chair of the department of medicine and hospital epidemiologist at Mount Sinai South Nassau.

The Citizens Campaign for the Environment reported that over 600,000 Long Islanders drink water exceeding EPA standards for PFAS chemicals, emphasizing the need for caution and proactive measures. Glatt suggested practical steps residents can take to safeguard water quality, including responsible chemical disposal, limited use of fertilizers and pesticides, and investing in-home water filtration systems. “So certainly, regardless of where you live, we should be doing all that we can to reduce our exposure to these chemicals by using all-natural cleaning and personal care products as much as possible; drinking filtered water and improving our public water purification systems,” he said. Linda Armyn, chief strategy and marketing officer at Bethpage Federal Credit Union echoed the importance of community involvement in preserving the environment. She urged residents to make environmental protection a top priority. “Like Mount Sinai South Nassau, we understand that a healthy and vibrant environment is a cornerstone of the quality of life that we enjoy,” she said. “I strongly encourage the communities and customers we serve to make protecting and preserving our environment a top priority.” For more information and detailed poll findings, visit www.southnassau.org/sn/ truth-in-medicine. — Kepherd Daniel

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In a recent survey sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital exposed the concerns of over 600 residents living in New York City and Long Island. The ‘Truth in Medicine’ Poll, now in its 17th edition, sheds light on the pressing worries of the community, unveiling that more than 50 percent perceive their surroundings as environmentally unhealthy. According to the survey, a staggering 89 percent of respondents expressed worry about the safety of the air they breathe. Dr. Adhi Sharma, president at Mount Sinai South Nassau, emphasized the serious health risks associated with poor air quality, citing links to heart and respiratory diseases, as well as the development of metabolic issues like obesity and diabetes. “Research has shown that high levels of fine particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and nitric oxide can cause distress for people with heart or respiratory disease and put them at risk for other life-threatening diseases or illnesses,” said Sharma. “There is also increasing evidence that exposure to air pollution, mainly fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, is associated with the development of metabolic diseases, such as obesity and diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, hypertension, stroke, and heart failure.” During the hazardous air quality alerts in June, triggered by Canadian wildfires, 37 percent of respondents reported health concerns, with 20 percent requiring medical attention. Sharma

Long Island fate attracts county execs, governor By RACHELE TERRANOVA rterranova@liherald.com

There are just a few events that are a must when it comes to Long Island, and everyone who is anyone finds themselves at the State of the Region breakfast hosted by the Long Island Association. It’s become an annual tradition for leaders across the island — and state — but took a different approach this year with a round table featuring Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, and former congressman — and current Herald columnist — Peter King at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury last week. In the discussion moderated by LIA president and chief executive Matt Cohen, the two county executives shared their top priorities for the upcoming year. Blakeman made clear his plans to continue campaigning for public safety, having added 70 new officers to the Nassau County Police Department in just the last year. Blakeman also plans to keep the $5 billion Las Vegas Sands redevelopment project and casino at the Nassau Coliseum alive and well. Economic development is his top priority, Blakeman said, emphasizing Long Island continues facing funding issues at the state level.

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The new year brought local and state electeds together at the Long Island Association State of the Region breakfast, where Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine joined former U.S. Rep. Peter King in a discussion moderated by LIA president and chief executive Matt Cohen. “The state should realize that Long Island is the goose that lays the golden egg.” Blakeman said. But it is all about making the most of what you do get, said Romaine, who just started his new role as county executive Suffolk last week. And guaranteeing you get everything you’re supposed to. “Let’s make sure we get our fair share of federal and state aid,” he said. “We get short-changed. We shouldn’t be short-changed. We are a tremendous

economic engine for this state. We need to get full funding.” King emphasized his staunch support of Israel after the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas, while also continuing his backing of Ukraine against the 2022 Russian invasion. And, sticking to topics that have helped Republicans across the board in recent years, King affirmed his stance against allowing what he describes as unvetted migrants entering the country. While a lot of Long Island’s leader-

ship now represents the GOP, there were Democrats, too. Like U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer and Gov. Kathy Hochul. Schumer has just finished his 25th year visiting each of New York’s 62 counties, reflecting on past accomplishments — especially those of a bipartisan nature. Like those with King, who worked with Schumer quite a bit over the three decades they served together. From advocating universal gun background check legislation to supporting first responders of the 9/11 attacks with better health care. For Schumer, however, moving forward in 2024 consists of supporting offshore wind and renewable energy, as well as getting full Federal Emergency Management Agency reimbursement for hospitals throughout the island. Hochul declared Long Island the epicenter of offshore wind, as it has the possibility to create tens of thousands of jobs. “I’m with Long Island,” the governor said, “because New York cares about Long Island immensely.” And that includes whether their colors are red or blue. “I know how to work across the aisle,” Hochul said. “It’s in my DNA. And I cherish the ability and the privilege to represent all walks of life in every corner of the state.”

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Demo Derby — driven by Taylor Holman — and other popular trucks, including Tiger Shark, will thrill fans with exciting car-crunching feats as they fly more than 35 feet in the air. 5-Alarm, the newest vehicle, is primed to be a star in the show. Plus, the fiery Arctigon thunders into the arena ready to chomp.

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Monster trucks roar to life in spectacular style

Saturday, Jan. 13, 7:30 p.m. $49.50, $39.50, $34.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

By Danielle Schwab Those iconic Hot Wheels toys take to the tracks when the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow party lights up Nassau Coliseum. Once again, fans of all ages can watch their favorite Hot Wheels trucks come to life when the action returns to Long Island, Jan. 20-21. The spectacle will involve families in monster mayhem, with a laser light show, dance parties, theatrical effects, toy giveaways — with the spotlight on exciting monster truck and motorcycle stunts. It’s truly a family affair, starting on the track. The Holman family — Bobby, his son, Cody, and Cody’s wife, Taylor — all will be behind the wheel when the tour arrives here. They’re among the drivers who adeptly handle these 12-foot-tall, 10,000-pound machines that bring audiences to their feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles. Who better to be involved in a show geared to families than a family of monster truck drivers? “It’s really cool for us,” says International Monster Truck Hall-of-Famer Bobby Holman. “A lot of people say they can’t work with family. But for us, it’s a really good deal and keeps us together. We expect more out of each other.” The elder Holman pilots Tiger Shark, a monster truck that, as he tells it, combines the best parts of both tiger and shark, making it a standout favorite for the kids. On top of driving Tiger Shark, he also had a direct hand in creating the epic ride. “We put it all together, and Cody painted it,” he says. “It literally looks like a shark sitting there, painted like a tiger.” As with the other drivers on the circuit, monster trucks are Holman’s passion. The owner of a monster truck repair shop in Dayton, Ohio — Team Beast OffRoad _ he’s been involved in the monster truck world for more than 40 years. He and his son work on many of the trucks that appear in the show, including painting and vinyl wrapping. “I grew up around monster trucks. From the time I was old enough to walk, I knew I wanted to be a driver,” Cody says. “When I was 17, I started doing shows with my dad.” This year, he’s thrilled to be driving the newest edition to the monster truck lineup, Hot Wheels 5-Alarm, known as the ﬁre truck hero. Father and son are joined by Cody’s wife Taylor, who drives Demo Derby. When she’s not taking risks on the track and in air, she’s devoted to caring for others on the frontline of health care as an ER nurse at a children’s hospital in Ohio. “Fans get to bring their family to the show,” Cody says, “and I get to bring mine.” Friendly competition among the drivers quickly gets fans revved up. The non-stop action includes a wheelie competition, donuts, long jumps, freestyle, and even motocross. And if that is not enough, there’ll be a special appearance by the car-eating, ﬁre-breathing transforming robot Arctigon. Cody — last year’s winner — is eager for a repeat. Fans will just have

The multi-faceted Pete Correale brings his ‘Authentic’ tour to the Paramount stage. You may know him from his numerous late-night appearances on the ‘The Tonight Show,’ Letterman and Conan, his three TV comedy specials, or as co-host of ‘The Pete and Sebastian Show,’ his podcast with longtime friend Sebastian Maniscalco — with an ever-growing fan base. Correale’s tours also continue to grow exponentially as more and more people discover him and fall for his accessible and extremely relatable point of view. His love for entertainment started when he went off to college. With a conversational delivery and his trademark disarming ‘regular guy’ attitude, he makes you feel like you’re listening to the funniest guy at a party as opposed to just another comedian on a stage.

to wait and see. “Hot Wheels is all about the kids,” Bobby says. “We even put in precautions because the trucks are • Saturday and Sunday, typically very loud with Jan. 20-21; times vary these motors, so we put • Tickets start at $52.50, $90.75 mufflers on them. A lot of VIP, plus $24.20 Crash Zone (prices are subject to change); these kids have never seen available at Ticketmaster.com and monster trucks up close, HotWheelsMonsterTrucksLive.com so we don’t want to make • Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale them afraid of the trucks. Every part of the show is geared toward them.” From back flips on motorcycles to the aforementioned transforming robot, the show has it all. And in showstopping monster truck fashion, it all happens in the dark. “The show was phenomenal without the lasers, but now it’s just incredible,” Bobby adds. “If you’ve never seen the show, you need to because it’s spectacular.” Everyone is encouraged to arrive early to experience the popular pre-show exclusive, Crash Zone. Fans can obtain access to the arena floor at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Saturday, and noon on Sunday, when they can see trucks up-close and meet the drivers, get autographs, take photos, and check out some toy versions of the big trucks. Fans also can purchase a VIP experience that includes souvenirs and a special backstage tour. And of course, there will be Hot Wheels toys for sale including exclusive Hot Wheels trucks and merchandise. Bobby Holman still remembers when Cody played with Hot Wheels as a kid. Now it’s come full circle. As Bobby puts it: “We bring toys to life. These kids see these little bitty trucks, and when they come into the arena, their eyes get wide and their smiles get big ‘cause now they are seeing a real monster truck.”

Ikigai Sands Point Preserve’s Four Seasons in Music series welcomes the new year with its ﬁrst concert of 2024, at the stately Hempstead House. The Preserve’s historic mansions and grounds are the backdrop for this unique chamber music series, created by the series’ artistic director Kathryn Lockwood. The winter edition celebrates the Japanese ‘ikigai,’ a reason for living. The ensemble duoJalal — featuring Lockwood on viola and percussionist Yousif Sheronick — is joined by Japanese Koto player Yumi Kurosawa, violinists Ilmar Gavilan and Doori Na and cellist Raman Ramakrishnan. They’’ll dive into the traditional and non-traditional Japananese sounds. Inspired by their namesake, 13th century poet Jalal a din Rumi — whose words brought together people of different religions, cultures and races — duoJalal offers a stimulating inter-cultural experience. Sunday, Jan. 14, 3 p.m. $50, $40 members. Sands Point Preserve. 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point. Tickets available at SandsPointPreserveConservancy. org, or call (516) 571-7901.

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The multi-faceted Tom Papa brings his “Good Stuff” tour to the Paramount stage, Saturday, Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m. With more than 20 years on the stand-up circuit, Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country. In addition to his mastery of the stage, he’s found success in a variety of creative pursuits including as an actor and host in film and television, contributing writer for The New Yorker, author of three books, and popular podcast and radio host. He’s also a sought-after panelist (and occasional guest host) for NPR’s comedy news quiz Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me. Papa has five highly rated stand-up specials to his credit including his most recent Netflix special, What A Day!, filmed at the iconic Wilbur Theatre in Boston. This past June, Papa released his anticipated third book “We’re All In This Together…So Make Some Room.” It’s a compilation of comedic essays that aim to unite us through our stupidity. His highly-rated podcast, Breaking Bread with Tom Papa, features Papa and his guest eating, drinking, and engaging in revealing and funny conversations. When he’s not on the road, Papa lives in Los Angeles with his family where he spends most of his time writing and baking bread. $59.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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Join Franklin Hill Perrell, curator of Nassau County Museum of Art’s “Our Gilded Age,” for his talk “Art and Decorative Art Styles of the Gilded Age,” Sunday, Jan. 21, 3 p.m. He’ll discuss a selection of works on view through the lens of the era’s changing styles and art movements including, grand tradition portraiture (in the spirit of Sir Joshua Reynolds and Thomas Gainsborough) French Salon style, Impressionism, Realism/Social Realism, Romanticism; and in the decorative arts, and Renaissance Revival Style vs. Art Nouveau. Artists examined include John Singer Sargent, William Merritt Chase, Thomas Eakins, Mary Cassatt and Louis Comfort Tiffany. Limited seating; advance registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Chip in at Mulchfest It’s time to bid farewell to those Christmas trees and the Town of Hempstead is ready to help. Residents can dispose of their Christmas trees at Mulchfest, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 13-14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Baldwin Park. Receive a bag of mulch in return. Also dispose of cardboard boxes accumulated during the holiday season. “Chip in” to help the environment — and safely dispose of those holiday trees. 3232 Grand Ave., Baldwin.

On exhibit Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Our Gilded Age,” examines the appearances and the realities of an era that mirrors our own in many ways. Like the nation’s economy, American art and literature flourished during the Gilded Age. The art of John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Louis Comfort Tiffany and others adorned palatial residences designed by Stanford White and Ogden Codman Jr., architect of the museum’s own quintessential Gilded Age mansion. Drawing heavily upon the local literary history of Long Island, including William Cullen Bryant, Mark Twain (who named the Gilded Age), Walt Whitman, Edith Wharton and others, the exhibition will include paintings, fashion, decorative arts including period silver and china, photographs, manuscripts, first editions and other historic memorabilia. The “Upstairs, Downstairs” approach to the life of a country house brings to life not only the storied conspicuous consumption for which the Gilded Age was infamous, but also the real lives of these many individuals who maintained the palatial estates where that lifestyle was enjoyed. On view through March 10. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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‘Parallel Perspectives’ View Molloy University Art Gallery’s current exhibition, a duo exhibit displaying artwork of noted Long Island artists Holly Gordon and Ward Hooper. Various complementary paintings and prints are on view. Upon meeting, it became obvious that both Gordon and Hooper were deeply inspired by Long Island’s fascinating environment and natural beauty. Together, they toured the island and captured the same places, each interpreting the scenes in front of them through their distinctive artistic styles. Their creations not only influence one another but also blend unique aesthetics in their collaborative artistic journey. Gordon and Hooper’s partnership yielded numerous accomplishments, one of which was the publication of their book “Parallel Perspectives: The Brush/Lens Collaboration.” Through Feb. 16. Kellenberg Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Call (516) 323-3196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu for more.

Let Freedom Ring with MLK Visit Long Island Children’s Museum for a workshop honoring Martin Luther King, Jr., Monday, Jan. 15, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Families will learn about MLK beyond his “I Have a Dream” speech and gain a better understanding of his impact on the civil rights movement. Also participate in a gallery walk of images from the Civil Rights Movement and then create a bell to “let freedom ring.” For ages 5 and up. $4 with admission, $3 members. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

Cocktail Reception The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Cocktail Reception at Kombert Caterers of Oceanside on Thursday, Feb. 29, at 6:30 p.m.

Mercy Hospital offers a peer to peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.

Tai Chi classes Join Tai Chi classes, at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Baldwin, Mondays, at 11 a.m.; Wednesdays, at 7 p.m.; Saturdays, at 9 a.m. 1375 Grand Ave., Baldwin. Any questions email forevertaichi4you@gmail. com.

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Oceanside Chamber president Paul Engel hosts an eight-week zoom workshop, Wednesdays, beginning in January, 7:30-8:45 p.m. Workshop focuses on healing with positive strategies to deal with more effectively with anger and other emotions, extreme narcissism and gas lighting. Grief, forgiveness and releasing ourselves from pain are discussed. $80 fee. Scholarships are available based on financial need. Call (516) 547-4318 for more information.

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Tastes of mozzarella Oceanside Lutheran Church starts off the New Year with mozzarella making and tasting night. Eat and learn the process of making mozzarella cheese, Saturday, Jan 20, 7 p.m. 55 Fairview Ave. Call Church office at (516)-7660136 for more information.

Have questions about tech? Need help with your device? Get one hour of one-on-one help from a librarian, at Oceanside Library, every Tuesday, 10-11 a.m. and 11 a.m.noon. For your session, have a clear goal(s) in mind (i.e.: navigating smart phone, attaching documents to email, creating a spreadsheet for a specific purpose, etc.);Come prepared with all login usernames and passwords you might need and bring a notebook in case you would like to take notes. Tech help is by appointment only. Sessions are limited to a maximum of once a month per patron. 56 Atlantic Ave. Register at OceansideLibrary.com or call (516) 766-2360.

Volunteer mentors needed The R.E.E.F. program is looking for volunteers 18 years or older to work alongside adults with diverse abilities. The program is hosted at the Oceanside Library bi-weekly and will focus on diving into life skills in a fun way. There is a Google Form on the Oceanside Library website to fill out if interested.

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Learn the ins and outs of Medicare with Beth Moss, Friday, Jan. 26, 11 a.m.-noon, at Island Park Public Library. Discuss eligibility, enrollment periods, Medicare Advantage plans, drug coverage, and pharmaceutical assistance programs. Registration required. 176 Long Beach Road, Island Park. Visit IslandParkLibrary.org or call (516) 432-0122.

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transmission line beneath Lawson Boulevard in Oceanside. One of the concerns he had heard residents express, Muhlfelder said, was about exposure to electromagnetic fields. Even at their peak, he said, the project’s EMF levels would fall significantly below the safety thresholds recognized both in New York and internationally. State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick and Assemblyman Ari Brown, who have expressed opposition to the project, hailed the termination of the agreement. “Upholding safety and quality of life in our community are paramount,” Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick said.

“The poor financial planning and lack of community engagement demonstrated by Equinor doomed this project right from the start. “The ter mination of the OREC Agreement for the Empire Wind 2 project reflects the tireless efforts of myself and Assemblyman Brown, buoyed by the strong voices of our constituents, to ensure that proposed offshore wind projects are held to account for the potential impacts on our communities,” Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick added. “Alongside our neighbors and constituents, Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick and I have dedicated ourselves to a tireless effort to safeguard our community’s interests,” Brown said. The

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. NANCY M. NATOLI, et al, Defts. Index #609855/2019. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered December 6, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on February 6, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. premises k/a Section 43, Block 212, Lots 28-30 Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale RONALD J. FERRARO, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #101033 144081 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-W4, V. NOREEN M. MCCABE, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 9, 2017, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-W4 is the Plaintiff and NOREEN M. MCCABE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on

January 18, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 2863 CALVIN RD, OCEANSIDE, NY 11572: Section 0054, Block 00506-00, Lot 00058 & 00138: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT OCEANSIDE, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 007501/2015. Janine T. Lynam, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 143860

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR CARLSBAD FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST RICHARD MONZONE, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 7, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 23, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3402 ELLIOTT

BOULEVARD AKA 3402 ELLIOT BOULEVARD, OCEANSIDE, NY 11572. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Oceanside, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION 43, BLOCK 215, LOTS 92, 93, 94, 95 & 96 AND SECTION 43, BLOCK 213, LOTS 69, 70 & 71. Approximate amount of judgment $453,437.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #002815/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 17-001849 78496 143815

LEGAL NOTICE FAMILY COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU In the Matter of the Commitment of Guardianship and Custody pursuant to§ 384-b of the Social Services Law of Mya Rose FelicianoRamirez (DOB: 6/1/2007), File#: 530815 Docket#: B-09622-23 SUMMONS A Child Under the Age of Eighteen Years Alleged to Be Neglected By Crystal Anne Ramirez, Mother

___________________ IN THE NAME OF THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK TO: Crystal Anne Ramirez (Address Unknown) A petition having been filed in this Court, alleging that the child(ren) should be committed to the guardianship and custody of the Department of Social Services, a copy of the petition annexed hereto; YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear before this court on Date/Time: January 31, 2024 at 9:00 AM Purpose:Preliminary Proceeding Part:2 Floor/Room:Floor 3/Room 303 Presiding:Hon. Robin M. Kent Location: Courthouse 1200 Old Country Rd. Westbury, NY 11590 to show cause why the court should not enter an order committing the guardianship and custody of the child to the petitioning Nassau County Department of Social Services as provided by law. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that if guardianship and custody of the child(ren) are-committed to the petitioning Nassau County Department of Social Services, the child(ren) may be adopted with the consent of an authorizing agency, without your consent or further notice to you. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that you have the right to be represented by a lawyer, and if the Court finds that you are unable to pay for a lawyer, you have the right to have a lawyer assigned by the Court. In the event of your default, the Court may hear and determine the petition, as provided bylaw. Dated: December 7, 2023 John Aiken, Chief Clerk 144017 Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com

termination of the Empire Wind 2 project’s OREC Agreement reflects our commitment to ensuring our community’s well being amidst challenges faced by the offshore wind industry. We persist in prioritizing our community’s safety, well-being and energy needs.” After months of discussion and back-and-forth between supporters and opponents of the project, Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed a bill last October that was aimed at speeding up its construction. The bill also would have allowed Equinor to run power cables to transfer the energy generated by the turbines beneath Long Beach to an Island Park substation. Many community members in the surrounding areas were stridently opposed to idea of cables running beneath their neighborhoods. The Empire Wind 1 which would have supplied power to the Brooklyn area and Empire Wind 2 projects recently reached a key federal permitting milestone, having received a Record of Decision from the Bureau of Ocean Energ y Management. Last month, Empire Wind 1 also received a New York State article VII Certificate. Equinor and BP officials referred to last week’s decision as a “reset,” and left open the possibility that they would push for the project again in the near future. “Commercial viability is fundamental for ambitious projects of this size and scale,” Molly Morris, president of Equinor Renewables Americas, said in a release. “The Empire Wind 2 decision provides the opportunity to reset and develop a stronger and more robust project going forward. “We will continue to closely engage our many community partners across the state,” Morris added. “As evidenced by the progress at the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal, our offshore wind activity is ready to generate union jobs and significant economic activity in New York.”

Refer ring to the state’s Energ y Research and Development Authority, Joshua Weinstein, BP’s president of Offshore Wind Americas, said, “BP is supportive of NYSERDA’s leadership and commitment to offshore wind, which we believe is a critical part of New York State’s and America’s clean energy future. Offshore wind can deliver reliable renewable power as well as economic benefits to the state and its communities.” NYSERDA, offshore wind developers, industry partners and other state agencies plan to hold a series of informational open houses across the state this ye a r t o f u r t h e r ke e p t h e p u bl i c infor med about the state’s offshore energy goals and proposed projects. One of those meetings will take place at the Long Beach Public Library on Jan. 24, at 6 p.m. McGinty said that Island Park would continue its fight against any similar projects. “The village remains dedicated and committed to understanding how offshore wind initiatives may impact our community,” he said. “Although we are pleased with this recent announcement, we remain vigilant about Equinor, BP, or any other company that will possibly re-bid in the upcoming state solicitation process for offshore wind. We will always prioritize the interests of our residents and keep them informed of any developments in offshore wind that could affect Island Park. “I join the Board of Trustees in applauding our residents’ advocacy against this project,” McGinty added. “I would like to express my most sincere gratitude to all who have raised awareness about this project and made their voices heard. It is only because we stuck together and voiced our concerns as a community that our message was heard loud and clear.” Additional reporting by Kepherd Daniel

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On Jan. 3, Equinor and BP announced an agreement to terminate the Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificate Agreement for the Empire Wind 2 project.

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he United States is at a crossroads. For too long, leaders at all levels of government have turned a blind eye to the crisis unfolding on our southern border. Indeed, that porous border has fueled both a national drug crisis and a migrant crisis, which threaten to undermine the safety of Americans in communities across the country. The Biden administration has so far failed to articulate a clear plan to end these crises by securing the borAnTHonY der, and the cabiD’EsposiTo net official directly charged with implementing a border security plan, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, has routinely downplayed the problems that exist there. For failing to uphold his oath to safeguard the homeland by securing our borders, I have called on Mayorkas to resign. In the absence of a resignation, I believe he should be impeached. As a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, I will work to build a case for

impeaching Mayorkas in a transparent manner via the committee’s information-gathering process. Under Mayorkas’ leadership, the Department of Homeland Security has lost operational control of the border — a fact backed up by congressional testimony last March by Raul Ortiz, then the chief of the United States Border Patrol. This loss of control coincides with the fact that Border Patrol personnel have encountered over 8.1 million migrants since the beginning of the Biden administration, and an additional 1.7 million managed to evade overstretched law enforcement and slip into the country, according to sources in United States Customs and Border Protection. With the risk of terrorism at dangerously high levels and public safety deteriorating across the country, having 1.7 million “gotaways” roaming the streets of America is a frightening prospect. Our porous border is negatively impacting the quality of life of millions of Americans. On Jan. 2, New York City Mayor Eric Adams

announced that there were “a number of migrants who have committed crimes,” including some who had participated in a “robbery pattern.” More than 160,000 migrants have recently entered New York City, and they have elicited proclamations from Adams that the Big Apple may slash municipal services by up to 15 percent to pay for migrant services. What’s more, since the beginning of fiscal year 2021, 294 people on the United State’s terror watch list have been arrested trying to enter the country — but how many on that list evaded capture because they were among the 1.7 million “gotaways” and are currently in New York? Thanks to Mayorkas’ inability to stem the flow of migrants by securing the border, New Yorkers are facing additional public safety threats and reduced municipal services. In addition to serving as a pathway for migrants, the southern border has also been used as a gateway for drug smugglers to illegally import their dangerous narcotics into the United States.

nder his leadership, the department has lost control of the southern border.

Last fiscal year, Customs and Border Protection seized 27,293 pounds of poisonous fentanyl coming across the southwestern border, which is enough to kill around 6 billion — that’s billion — people. Regretfully, due to overstretched resources, CBP is able to seize only 5 to 10 percent of the fentanyl smuggled across the border, with the remainder making it to the streets of American cities and contributing to the 111,355 American overdose deaths that were recorded in the 12-month period ending in April 2023. Americans are being killed because of the porous southern border. I was proud to help pass H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023, in the House of Representatives, which would fully fund CBP and make critical investments in border security infrastructure. While I continue to advocate for my colleagues in the Senate to pass the sweeping border security plan outlined in H.R. 2, I will work to hold Mayorkas accountable for this crisis of his own creation — and there is no better way to hold him accountable than to fire him. Mayorkas must be impeached. Anthony D’Esposito represents the 4th Congressional District.

Trickle of funding reveals Blakeman’s skewed priorities

o date, Nassau County has received approximately $385 million in coronavirus relief money through the federal American Rescue Plan Act, and $85.2 million more in settlements from opioid manufacturers, distributors and retailers. Of that combined sum of approximately $470 million, Nassau County has to date only committed roughly $86 million and dispersed $7 million. While many DELiA have wondered DeRiGGi-WHiTTon about the almost palpable lack of urgency from the administration of Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman in getting these life-enriching and lifesaving funds into the community, a recent budget hearing potentially exposed the callous reason his administration continues to sit on

these funds. During the hearing, on Oct. 10, administration officials confirmed that the roughly $378 million in remaining proceeds from the ARPA funding and various opioid settlements is being used to bolster Nassau County’s reserves, which in turn are helping to boost and maintain the county’s credit score with rating agencies such as Moody’s, S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. Furthermore, every penny in interest that has and may be generated in the future by holding the opioid funds back was earned at the expense of someone who is struggling with the disease of addiction. All of this is simply appalling. It is only marginally less infuriating when you consider that Nassau’s ARPA funds could be applied to fighting hunger, combating homelessness, bolstering mental health programs,

supporting small businesses, enhancing youth services and so much more. For months, my colleagues in the County Legislature’s minority caucus and I have been advocating for approximately $12 million in itemized ARPA requests to help support organizations that provide vital community services. While those requests have languished in the Blakeman administration, the transfer of $10 million in Covid relief funds, done under the facade of “tourism” to fund lavish galas, parades and marketing to celebrate the county’s 125th anniversary this year, flew through the Legislature on Dec. 18. The minority caucus is unified in its outrage and opposition to this latest lapse in judgment, which serves as yet another example of how Blakeman and his administration are badly out of touch with the needs

ovid and opioid funds should trump the county’s 125th anniversary.

of our constituents. Federal Covid relief and opioid settlement funds were not meant to gather dust on ledger sheets, serve as an investment strategy, be used to butter up ratings agencies, or soothe the self-inflating ego of an elected official. They were meant to get into the community so they could be used to address the challenges our constituents are grappling with. With so many people struggling, and so many facing the unthinkable crisis of losing family members to addiction, spending $10 million on publicizing an anniversary celebration before releasing these opioid settlement funds is unconscionable. Let’s hope that in the new year, these lifesaving funds, as well as our federal relief funds, reach their intended destinations — at least as swiftly as Blakeman’s celebration funds did. Delia DeRiggi-Whitton represents Nassau County’s 11th Legislative District, and is the Legislature’s minority leaderelect.

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n the weeks and months leading up to this year’s elections in November, it is pivotal that Long Island voters stay engaged with everything that’s going on in New York state and the nation. In 10 months, scores of millions of voters will flock to polling booths across the country to cast their ballots for state offices, Congress and the White House. Making informed decisions begins with early engagement. In an era when information is constantly being filtered through a wide variety of media, it is imperative that voters pay attention to political developments and take the time to understand the competing candidates, their policies, and the evolving dynamics in the political arena. Informed voting is the bedrock of a healthy democracy. It ensures that those who are elected fulfill their promises and legislate based on the values and needs of the people they serve. Long Island, much like the rest of the country, needs leaders who genuinely understand the challenges faced by their communities, and who possess the foresight to make difficult choices. Critical issues that touch the lives of every resident will undoubtedly shape this year’s elections. From health care, to climate change, to economic development and social justice, understanding where candidates stand is paramount.

Letters Those college presidents shouldn’t get all blame To the Editor: Re Alan J. Singer’s op-ed last month, “Three college heads who lacked street smarts”: Professor Singer makes the point that the university presidents grilled by right-wing U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York at last month’s congressional hearing suffered from a lack of “street smarts,” leading to the resignation of one (now two) of them. While that may be true, the pointed questioning and harassment of the university presidents at those hearings deserves condemnation. House members engaging in McCarthy-era tactics in those Education Committee hearings does not bode well for democracy. If anyone should resign, it should be Stefanik. Apparently the three presidents failed to respond adequately to hypothetical verbal support of genocide by students at their universities. There is

Don’t wait until you step inside the voting booth to make decisions you hope align with your own priorities. Stay informed by keeping up with reputable news outlets — such as your local newspaper. With so many talking heads touting their agendas on cable news outlets, it’s important to keep your ear close to the ground and pay attention to what is going on in your own neighborhood. Bias and misinformation erode the foundation of democracy, sowing seeds of doubt by distorting facts and adding a political slant. News organizations have a responsibility to offer accurate information, but there are times when information can be misused to skew opinions. So, know where the information is coming from. Your local paper is the perfect place to read all about what’s happening. Not that you can’t turn on the television, but broadcast media tend to focus on national issues and how candidates plan to address foreign policy, spending, energy and immigration. All of that is crucially important — especially as it relates to the presidential race — but the issues at the forefront of local elections are just as important, if not more so. Remember, every decision made at the local level will shape the fabric of the community. It’s impossible to miss news of a spe-

cial election happening right in our backyard, even if you don’t live on the North Shore. On Feb. 13, voters will decide who will replace the disgraced former congressman George Santos in the 3rd Congressional District. Voters will choose between former U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi — a Democrat from Glen Cove who held this seat before making an unsuccessful run for governor in 2022 — and Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, of Great Neck, who is representing Republicans. As for those who live on the South Shore, the June primary will be just as important to Democrats, at least, looking to reclaim the seat in the 4th Congressional District now occupied by U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, a Republican who handily won the 2022 race against Laura Gillen. Gillen is back for another try, but would need to beat State Sen. Kevin Thomas to represent Democrats once again in November. Regardless of the outcomes, the decisions made in this fall’s elections will reverberate for many years to come. That is why all of us must seize the opportunity to shape our future by gathering all the information we can about the candidates who are running. The responsibility to contribute lies with every voter. Let us not merely stand witness. Let us take an active role and help shape the future for the better.

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hen I was in prison for my nonviolent anti-nuclear actions, one of my disciplines was to write something for publication every day — a letter to the editor, an opinion piece, a book review, or even mediocre poetry. One hundred percent of my writing was in opposition to nuclear weapons. I couldn’t vote while I was incarcerated. But I refused to stop participating in our democracy. If I could persuade even two people to care enough to vote who had not been voting even tom H. though they were able to, and if HastinGs they voted for a candidate who was opposed to nuclear weapons, I felt like this was how I was still part of the democracy of my country. Who are the people who couldn’t or can’t vote but who are yet a part of how

our democracy functions? Here’s an incomplete list, but one that I hope gives some hope to those who wish they could vote in our American elections: ■ Students who survived the horrific 2018 Valentine’s Day mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas high school in Parkland, Florida, were too young to vote, and yet started a movement that built enough pressure on politicians to achieve some legislative victories.

ive minutes of action per day by millions of us can be its best protection.

■ Greta Thunberg is a Swedish girl who began the climate strike movement that prompted governments far beyond her own to act. She was too young to vote, not a citizen of anyplace except Sweden, and yet she profoundly participated in democracies from the United Kingdom to New Zealand to the United States and beyond, so influential that she was Time magazine’s Person of the Year in 2019. ■ In the spring of 1963, more than 1,000

Letters no evidence that such a call for genocide against Jews has been expressed on college campuses. Rather, it is a fantasy of Stefanik and other culture war fanatics. Students and faculty at universities have courageously confronted unjustified censure and bullying in response to a very real catastrophe — a relentless ethnic cleansing and genocidal war being waged by the Israeli government, supported by our own, against the Palestinian people of Gaza. JIM BROWN Secretary, Green Party of Nassau County

Congestion pricing would benefit everyone To the Editor: It’s not surprising that Long Island lawmakers are pandering to the tiny minority of their constituents who would actually pay the $15 congestion fee for driving into Manhattan south of 60th Street. But it is disappointing that these officials fail to see beyond the narrow interests of this small group and recognize the big and broad benefits of congestion pricing, including for hundreds of thousands of Long Islanders. How could those who took part in the Dec. 11 anti-congestion-pricing news conference not notice the irony of holding their kvetch fest at the Long Island Rail Road’s Mineola station? Part of the $15 billion projected to be raised annually by the added fees will go toward improving

students skipped school in Birmingham, Alabama, to protest segregation and the anti-democratic Jim Crow voter suppression that Black people endured in Alabama. They couldn’t vote because they were too young, and their parents were routinely stopped from voting because they were black. Yet their campaign, called the Children’s Crusade, was instrumental in inspiring mass support across the U.S. for both the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

LIRR service for the 200,000 Long Islanders who take trains into the city on an average weekday. Besides making rail commuting more comfortable and convenient, congestion pricing will reduce air pollution and the risk of car crashes in Manhattan. And those positives shouldn’t be ignored by Long Island representatives. Why do they not respect the decision of their fellow lawmakers to better safeguard public health and safety in the city? In addition, Long Island isn’t an island, economically. More than 300,000 of its residents earn their living from Manhattan-based businesses, according to the Regional Plan Association. These commuters make an average annual salary of $124,000, amounting to total income of $38 billion that’s spent largely on Long Island. Politicians such as State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick oppose congestion pricing partly on the grounds that it is a “tax” unfairly imposed on Long Islanders, as she claimed in a Herald op-ed last month, “Congestion pricing isn’t really about congestion.” That’s a misuse of the term. Taxes are required payments; congestion pricing is an optional fee. No one is being forced to drive a car into Manhattan. The $15 fee — and the additional parking and gasoline costs — can be avoided by riding the LIRR. Encouraging more Long Islanders to take the train is, after all, a key objective of congestion pricing. KEVIN J. KELLEY Atlantic Beach

■ In Liberia, dictator Charles Taylor rigged “elections” and maintained his iron grip on power, so there was no democracy in which to participate during his rule, which featured a particularly brutal 14-year civil war with child soldiers on both sides, rape and massacres. Liberian women united in nonviolent resistance, rose up and stopped the war, and created a new — real — democracy. The countless stories of disenfran-

chised people around the world making a difference in their democracies — or helping create democracy where there had been none — can help motivate us when we feel like it’s hopeless. It is never impossible to participate in democracy. People like Rosa Parks, John Lewis, Alice Paul and so many more are still influential, even though they’ve passed on. This is your democracy, even if you are 15, even if you are undocumented, even if you are incarcerated. We all own it, and we all can make it stronger and more responsive to what we need, to justice, to a world fit for life. Five minutes of action per day by millions of us can be the best protection of our hope, our rights, our freedom from fear, our freedom to love and live. Democracy is way deeper than one vote every few years. It will live or die depending on our commitment to it. We are powerful, every one of us. Dr. Tom H. Hastings is the coordinator of the undergraduate program in conflict resolution at Portland State University and the senior editor of the Oregon Peace Institute’s PeaceVoice.

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DR. ALFRED FAUST CHIEF OF SPINE SURGERY AT NORTHWELL HEALTH LIJ VALLEY STREAM HOSPITAL SPECIALIZES IN ORTHOPEDIC SPINE SURGERY AND CERVICAL DISC ARTHROPLASTY

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