Oceanside/Island Park Herald 12-29-2022

Sandie Schoell, the voice of reason

By Karina Kovac

Whether it’s a Parent Teacher Association meeting, an Oceanside SAFE Coalition meeting, a school board meeting or one of myriad other engagements, Sandie Schoell always shows up ready to help those in need, making the most of her decades in community service.

Schoell, 69, was first elected to the Oceanside Board of Education in 2005, and established an extensive track record. She has served as president and vice president four times each.

She presided through the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, which hit her personally after the storm severely damaged her home. That slowed her down, but it didn’t stop her. Pressing on, she tackled the controversial introduction of Common Core, high stakes testing, tax cap legislation enacted by New York state and most recently, the coronavirus pandemic.

“In my almost 19 years as a School Superintendent,” said Superintendent Phyllis Harrington who’s worked alongside Schoell for a decade, “I have had the pleasure of working with many outstanding board members. Mrs. Schoell truly stands out as one of the finest. She is incredibly intelligent and hard-working, but it is her commitment to children that is unparalleled. While she works tirelessly to represent all facets of our community, what remains at the heart of all her decision making is what is best for kids.”

For her dedication to the students of the Oceanside School District, the Herald is proud to name Schoell its 2022 Person of the Year.

“I’m in everything,” Schoell said.

Schoell chooses not to remain idle. From one commitment to the next, there is never a moment spent without helping someone in some way, usually behind the scenes.

“I love what I do, I love it. I love giving back,” Schoell said. “You know, it’s funny, I came from a family of service. I guess that’s where I learned the lesson. They were so involved in the local parish, and when we went to our high schools, my brother and I both went to Catholic high schools and my parents were in the parent association. I guess I learned

PERSON oF THE YEAR

means to me – this is my definition – that you all walk away from the table unhappy, but you can live with it.

“And I think it’s a balancing act, because you have to check your politics at the door, and you have to understand you represent people from both sides of the aisle.”

One of Schoell’s most rewarding undertaking is Dawn Delirium, a post-prom party that keeps teens out of the city and from making bad decisions. She took over the program 30 years ago.

“If they do make a bad decision, we’re there to bail them out,” Schoell said. “In other words, we’re there to help them, protect them, and get them home safe.”

Her worst nightmare would be the dreaded phone call that something happened overnight that she could’ve prevented. For her, it’s all about keeping kids safe, drug free, and educated to the highest capabilities.

"Sandie does not only sit on the Board of Education,” said Frances Gallin who works with Schoell in the SAFE Coalition, “but she also volunteers her time to many community events, devotes her time to various committees that advocate for children of all ages and those in need."

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that lesson and when I stayed home to raise my kids, it wasn’t enough. I need something to keep me busy.”

Networking is one of Schoell’s strengths and worked in her favor, once she joined the board.

“I kept a level head, kept my cool and I listened to everybody,” she said. “That’s one thing I think I can do. When you're serving on the school board, you have to be good at the art of consensus. Which

Schoell is also part of the Kiwanis and Kiwanittees groups dedicated to the fight against pediatric Lyme disease. Kiwanis was considered a “boy’s club,” so a spirited woman named Edyth DeBaun started the Kiwanittees, focusing on helping senior citizens and female students. Now, Schoell is one of the spirited women keeping it alive, alongside DeBaun’s grandchildren.

“She’s wonderful, she is right on top of everything, she checks out all the legalities on everything,” said Pat Roth, who serves in the Kiwanis and Kiwanittees with Schoell. “She’s the one who keeps everybody in line when

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Sandie Schoell, a strong advocate for women, children and seniors who is active in nearly a dozen local groups in Oceanside, is the Herald's Person of the Year

Sandie Schoell

An Oceanside school bus plowed through floodwaters during Friday's storm.

Oceanside High School's award-winning business teacher, Erica Dzwlewicz, inspires students whose grades soar above the rest.

An Oceanside man pleaded not guilty to manslaughter in the death of an 18-yearold Rockville Centre girl in a high-speed boating collision in 2019.

Sandie Schoell focuses on children's safety, senior citizens and those in need

it comes to Robert’s Rules of Order. She’s known for that. The most important thing is that she cares about the kids, that’s her number one thing. She’s in the trenches, when there is something to be done, she’s there, she’s helping, and she’s organizing.

“I’ve never seen her miss an event from any of the organizations. The best thing about her is that if she doesn't know the answer, she won’t say ‘I don’t know,’ she'll say, ‘I'll find out.’ She’s a pretty terrific woman.”

Schoell remains active despite losing her husband Gary, Feb. 5, 2021, to pancreatic cancer.

“This keeps me out of the house,” she said, “Because I can only spend so much time with my kids and my grandchildren. So, this keeps my mind active, and I love what I do … I think I found that I found myself by being in service to other people. This is where I find myself.”

Nancy Baxter said her good friend, Schoell, is the driving force behind the Oceanside community.

“She is the most genuine and kind person you could ever meet. But, when you ruffle her feathers, she can be a tiger,” Baxter said. “She is strong in her beliefs but will always respect yours. She is a very smart woman with good intentions. She's a thinker. Always working on new projects for the good of those who are in need. She's the kind of person you can look up to ask advice, vent to and in the end, laugh with!

“She deserves the honor of Person of the Year more than anything," Baxter added. "She fights for the rights of all the children in Oceanside because of her strong convictions and ideals.”

Sandie Schoell, third from right, at a recent Drug Take Back Day hosted by the Oceanside SAFE Coalition

Flooding wreaks havoc on Oceanside, Island Park

Oceanside and Island Park were under water Friday as a winter storm brought a combination of excessive rain and wind with high tides offshore. Water began to reach street level around 7:00 a.m., ruining many commuters’ mornings, and only increased throughout the day.

The Oceanside Fire Department were out in force, responding to calls from locals and nearby areas. On Lawson Blvd., firefighters had to battle a short circuit on the Long Island Railroad third rail by cutting the power.

In Island Park, Mayor Michael McGinty reported about 85 percent of village roads were underwater.

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An OceAnside schOOl bus plows through floodwaters. A jogger in Oceanside, at left, is unfazed by the flooded roads.

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debris And leAves line Island Park streets as flood waters rose midway through Friday.

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Island Park Public Library

Singing their hearts out. Winter concert dazzles an Island Park audience as students from Francis X. Hegarty School and Lincoln Orens Middle School partnered to play holiday songs.

buds in

Ed Budd doesn’t let a lack of fingers, toes or legs slow him down in the gym, using the Barry and Florence Jewish Community Center as his training playground. Budd became best friends with his trainer Rocco Perrotta, laughing until the point of crying together.

Keeping family traditions going. Chef Paula Gottlieb Herman keeps her father’s foodie legacy alive by hosting the cooking class, 'Cooking with Stars,' to teach adults with special needs such as Down syndrome and autism how to cook.

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the gym. Double amputee

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Island Park hits a milestone. Narcan distribution hits 10,000 lifesaving kits given to the community alongside training to properly use it for opioid overdoses.

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Tom Mauro retires as manager of Trader Joe’s. Saying an emotional goodbye to his employees, former Chamber of Commerce Businessperson of the Year Tom Mauro spent six years working as manager at Trader Joe's, during which he helped the Long Beach and Oceanside community by donating goods during the pandemic.

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Cheer team forms bond while making history. The Oceanside Middle School cheer team competes in divisions for the first time, becoming trailblazers in the Oceanside school district. Placing third in a field of 11 teams in their division, the girls said making memories along the way during practice was unforgettable, becoming like a family along the way.

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Students raise awareness for childcare expectations. Sydney Tavroff and Gabriella Reluzco, juniors at Oceanside High School, rallied together to fight for better— and less expensive —options when it comes to caring for children of working parents. Both stepped up to make their case as DECA students, winning the statewide community awareness essay competition.

Children’s book focuses on feeling safe. Oceanside native Lauren Streifer pens children's book, 'This Small King' to emulate the 'sense of safety and love' kids feel the moments before bedtime. She is a 2002 graduate of Oceanside High School.

Shellfish restoration program announced. Hempstead town supervisor Don Clavin and the conservation and waterways department announce a $300,000 grant to support the town’s shellfish restoration program. The multiyear endeavor is part of a larger effort by various conservation groups to form a network of self -sustaining oyster beds throughout the Jamaica Bay area — a key component in New York waterway revitalization efforts.

62 years of love and commitment. Oceanside residents Victor and Sandra Rodman renew their wedding vows after 62 years of love. They met each other as teenagers at a Jewish Community Center dance in Brooklyn, later going on a date by Sandra’s request. They’ve been together ever since.

Young readers find their love of books. PARP, a collaboration between schools and their PTAs, celebrates 'people as reading partners,' and how readers bond with one another over the shared enjoyment of books. School No.

invited children to dress as their favorite storybook characters.

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Oceanside dad Anthony Briguglio returns to Florence A. Smith Elementary School No. 2 to rebuild the wall he constructed in 2006. 'I wanted to make it feel like home,' he said of his and his sons, who joined him in efforts to preserve and beautify the wall.

Acute pancreatitis doesn’t stop body builders’ passion. Shaun McDaniel is more than a workout warrior — he is a survivor, all thanks to his love of fitness. He overcame acute pancreatitis and went back to the gym he loves.

Kiwanis tradition returns to St. Anthony’s Church. The club’s pancake breakfast fundraiser, is now March Madness-

Standing with Ukraine. Russian liquor was dumped at Peter’s Clam House by Hempstead town board members, and bar and restaurant owners to stand in solidarity with Ukraine after it was attacked by Russia

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Tom Carrozza

Mount Sinai South Nassau brings attention to Colon Cancer Awareness Week. Doctors virtually led locals down an inflatable colon.

Dylan Judd

Former Sailors catcher starts first season as team leader. Oceanside High School alum Dylan Judd started his first season as captain of the University of Massachusetts baseball team in March.

Shaun McDaniel

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School 5 students win $50,000 after winning STEM Competition. Of the 10 finalists, they were the only elementary school students to reach that level.

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Winners

Art seems to run in the Oliver family of Oceanside. Painting, drawing, playing music and even writing are something to soothe the soul and be shared. The coronavirus pandemic gave 17-year old Lauren Oliver, a junior at Oceanside High School, a chance to start her own charity, called Kids Love Art NY.

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Sabrina Haertig-Gonzalez wins the Cornell University Merrill Presidential Scholarship.

were asked to name teachers who have impacted their education, and she named high school teacher Claire Grogan.

Michael’s Billiards in Island Park is voted the best at Herald Long Island Choice Awards. Owner Michael Rudonis has been running the pool business for 30 years. He first owned a pool hall in Queens after seeing its rising popularity.

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Ari Brown wins Assembly seat. In the special election to succeed Assemblywoman Melissa 'Missy' Miller, Ari Brown defeated Democrat David Lobl.

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Peter Ray works with Louis Scrantino as part of a boxing class designed for those suffering from Parkinson’s disease at the Oceanside JCC. Adding to its collection of activities, the JCC announced a new program, inspired by its Boxing for Parkinson’s program.

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Maxwell and Mark Greenberg delivered food to families in Oceanside for Passover. Nassau County Shomrim Society and the Hatzilu Rescue Organization teamed up to deliver meals to more than 70 families celebrating Passover.

It’s all about the fundamentals for former basketball player Glenn Berry. After he retired from the game, Berry, 71, began volunteering at the JCC.

Town rallies behind 4-month-old with cancer. Mike Graham, fire commissioner and longtime Oceanside resident, thought he was taking his 4-month-old son Cooper for a routine eye exam, but it turned out to be a much more.

Disease Foundation. Those in attendance made $10 donations and took part in a raffle. More than $1,200 was raised.

Legends sing again. Steve Mitchell, playing the role of Elvis, got a standing ovation from the crowd at Oceanside Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5199, which hosted an energetic 'Elvis' and 'Cher' concert.

Joe Abate

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Oceanside Kiwanis raised money for the Pediatric Lyme

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Island Park Public Library

Island Park Library hosts planting fun. Lena Del Grosso plants a flower for mom at Island Park Library’s Mother’s Day planting program.

Matthew Kourie

Wing fans flock to South Shore Craft Brewery for NY Best Wings Fest. Wing Fest is home of the official best wings contest.

‘She loved the sun. She loved this.’ A pond in Baldwin’s Silver Lake Park was named after Oceanside native Caroline McCahon. She was a nature lover who spent her work lunches and free time in the park. Her family holds her plaque.

A sea of red, white and blue. The Oceanside Fire Department proudly held their flags to commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending America’s freedoms as they marched down Brower Avenue in

Students take action to stop school shootings. Some 200 Oceanside High School students left their desks, walking out of their classrooms and making their way onto the football field before eventually taking part in a silent march around the track. It was all part of a message to say no action on gun control is not an option.

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Oceanside Chamber of Commerce and the West End Arts Guild kick off the Window Works Art Project. Hoping to fill the once vibrant businesses with life once again through art, groups gathered to show off local artists.

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School No. 3 meets renowned children’s author Victoria J. Coe. The surprise visit later caught the attention of hundreds on social media.

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the 2022 Memorial Day Parade on Monday.

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A hero’s goodbye. Maurice B. 'Sparky' Mayes, one of the last U.S. Navy veterans of World War II living in Island Park, died on Memorial Day weekend. He was 96.

Bittenbender sparks Oceanside wrestling.

Oceanside’s Hugh Bittenbender captured the 138-pound wrestling qualifier tournament title Feb. 5 with a 1610 decision over Freeport’s Terry Ellis.

Offense leads Oceanside to semis. Oceanside’s Megan Checola, left, and Cassidy Reicherter celebrated after one of Checola’s five goals in the May 18 lacrosse playoff win over East Meadow.

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Oceanside one step from title. Senior Ethan Recchia’s goal in double OT lifted the Sailors to a 2-1 win over Hicksville in the first round of the Nassau Class AA soccer playoffs.

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Oceanside sails above .500 mark. Cole Parker had a pair of rushing touchdowns Oct. 21 as the Sailors earned a third straight victory to improve to 4-3.

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Oceanside bound for playoffs. Speedy soccer outside midfielder Vanessa Frangiadakis was strong on 50-50 battles and as a distributor.

Man indicted for crash near Baldwin Harbor

By KARINA KOVAC kkovac@liherald.com

Christopher Palma pled not guilty Thursday to manslaughter and other charges.

Allegedly he recklessly operated a speedboat, killing a Jet Ski rider, Caitlin McDonald near Baldwin Harbor.

The 48-year-old Oceanside man was arraigned before Judge Robert Bogle for manslaughter, assault, criminally negligent homicide and reckless operation of a vessel over the July 2019 accident that took the life of the 18-year-old McDonald, who was part of a group of Jet Skiers at Middle Bay Channel, near Parsonage Cove and Baldwin Harbor.

The Jet Skis, according to Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly, were traveling in a single-file line perpendicular to the path of Palma’s Fountain Lightning speedboat.

Palma “failed to heed navigation rules,” Donnelly said, in a release, and “recklessly sped toward a line of Jet Skiers.”

Palma “failed to heed navigation rules,” Donnelly said, in a release, and “recklessly sped toward a line of Jet Skiers.”

Palma was allegedly operating at an accelerated speed despite the presence of boating traffic and multiple Jet Ski tourists, Donnelly added..

Several of the Jet Skis crossed Palma’s

path, the district attorney said. Under navigation rules, he was required to slow down and yield the right of way to McDonald, who approached from the starboard side of his boat.

Palma, however, maintained course and did not stop, Donnelly said, ultimately colliding with McDonald.

McDonald’s father and other nearby boaters rushed to her aid, but neither they nor first responders were able to help the young Rockville Centre woman. She was later pronounced dead at Long Beach Hospital.

Palma first faced a grand jury in March 2020, but Bogle tossed that indict-

ment in 2021, but Donnelly re-filed it soon after.

This time around, Bogle set Palma’s bail at $20,000, and told him he’s due back in court at the end of next month.

If convicted, he faces up to 15 years in prison for manslaughter alone, the district attorney said.

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The BOAT ANd jet ski collision that claimed the life of 18-year-old Caitlin McDonald took place in the vicinity of Middle Bay Channel, near Parsonage Cove and Baldwin Harbor.

22 years old, the Oceanside resident

Ambitious wind energy project moving forward. The planning for Equinor’s Empire Wind 2 project, which will install 147 turbines in the ocean, is progressing.

Antisemitic

Officials from Rockville Centre and the Town of Hempstead call for a formal investigation into antisemitic leaflets left on a number of doorsteps over the summer.

The Oceanside fastpitch softball team celebrates win. They defeated Rockville Centre for a second time, and advanced to New York state sectionals.

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Ali Berke’s childhood memories consist of singing karaoke with her dad. Now, at

has more than 30 original songs and has performed to crowds as big as 25,000 people.

Pam Toy

12-year-old William Goodwin deemed a Bald Knight for hair donation. Every year, thousands of volunteers have their hair shaved off to benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, but only the most brave earn the title of 'Knight of the Bald Table.' And that was Oceanside's William Goodwin.

Taylor Nicioli

Six veterans recognized by the Town of Hempstead for serving in World War II. All ranging in age between 94 and 100.

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flyers starts investigation.

Giving to a good cause. The Oceanside High School Class of 1970 celebrated its 52nd reunion — twice delayed by Covid-19 — donating $14,000 to the Luis Alvarez Fund

never miss out on the chance to share laughs and a good time.

on Aug. 14, he was posthumously promoted to

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The residents at the Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities residence gather in by the new standing feeder. Not only do the birds enjoy the shaded spot to eat and rest, but the residents also enjoy gathering, nearly every day, to watch the birds together.

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David Paymer is undoubtedly a star. Born in Oceanside and having appeared in more than

television, film and theatre roles, Paymer’s achievements were celebrated at the Oceanside Library, given their 2022 Founders Award.

Tony Iovino

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It took 10 years, but Joe Calderone never gave up. Now he celebrates his first book, 'Don’t Look Back,' a novel about the worst day in American history:

Taylor Nicioli

Jennifer McGuinness

Liam McGuinness overcomes neck injury to become naval officer. When at Oceanside High School, Liam McGuinness was active in the football and lacrosse teams. Now he’s taking a leadership role in a different capacity.

Michael Fischer, a 38-year-old veteran volunteer for the Island Park Fire Department, passes away. Better known as 'Fish,' he would

Shortly after his death

honorary chief.

Lights, camera, action! At Oceanside’s premier theatre group To The Stage, every kid gets to be a star. The performing arts school hosted an anniversary concert in NYC.

52 years later and the San Gennaro Feast is still going strong. Held at Island Park’s Sacred Heart Church on Long Beach Road, the long-standing tradition provides a taste of ‘Old World Italy’ in Island Park.

Passing the banner from Oceanside to Five Towns. The Long Island Southwest Kiwanis Division held its annual passing of the banner, passing hands from Oceanside to the Five Towns.

The Island Park community say goodbye to librarian Maureen Glueckert. Maureen Glueckert retired from the library at the end of the summer.

Island Park Public Library

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Danielle Gatto of 'Copperline' sings 'It’s Too Late' by Carole King. Oceanside Jewish Center hosted its first concert back in-person since 2020.

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Oceanside School District

Donna Grossi and Sailor the hamster enjoy a makeover of the School No. 5 lobby. Students and teachers found items that would suit both their aesthetic.

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Their 'page' may have started in 2008, but they couldn’t physically turn it until later. Childhood friends-turned-co-authors Scott Mandel, Jordan Kaplan, Stacy Mandel Kaplan, and Kimberly Towers started a Facebook page 'Hey Long Island … Do U Remember?' to reminisce, now it's a physical book.

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School social worker writes thoughtful books for kids. Roslyne Johnson, a social worker at Oceanside High School, is filling in the gaps in diversity in children’s literature, one book at a time. Johnson wrote 'Maya, India and the Magical Mermaid' this summer.

Retired teacher leading the pack teaching naturalist walks. Marshland wildlife, flora and fauna — Peter Martin, 72, is an encyclopedia of it all. Bird watcher for 55 years and teacher for 33, Martin fills his retirement with nature walks.

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Karina Kovac

Distillery invites artists to show off. At the second annual Fall Arts and Crafts Exhibit held at the Old Spirit Distillery in Oceanside, local artists displayed their masterpieces.

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Max Boncina

Uncovering Max Boncina’s double life. Mild-mannered social studies teacher by day, daring urban exploration photographer by night, Max Boncina is living something of a double life. And now he's teaching Island Park all about it at the library.

‘The community is always there for everybody.’

Recognizing the devastating effect Hurricane Sandy had 10 years after it ravaged Oceanside, the community cleanup focused not only on remembering what the community lost, but also what it gained, as neighbors rallied to help one another.

Oceanside schools had special visits from educators. They talked about the nationwide teacher shortage to encourage the next-gen of students.

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Herb Wallenstein said. At Young Israel of Oceanside’s 66th Annual Journal Dinner, he and Rabbi Jonathan Muskat and his wife Yael were honored.

Oceanside native brings story to the stage. Rebecca Goldfarb has been performing professionally for eight years. Now, for the first time, she is starring in a play she wrote.

It was a day for celebration and good deeds at Temple Avodah. Boxes were overflowing with donated goods going to various local charities.

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world stands on three things: Study the Torah, service to God and good deeds.'

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Sweethearts and Heroes comes to Oceanside. Rick Yarosh taught educators at Oceanside Middle School the guiding principal of Sweethearts and Heroes, a program to prevent teenage and veteran suicides.

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On Veterans Day, the nation pays tribute. In Island Park, hundreds of residents left the lives they knew to preserve our freedoms.

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Sadie, Thomas Jr., Schandell, Thomas Sr. and Julie Barrella outside their extravagant Christmas home in Island Park. With over 700 blow molds, their house has been the sight to see each Christmas for decades.

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Dees’ Nursery & Florist sends hundreds of trees overseas to service men and women for the holiday’s. Now in the 19th year, Operation Holiday Cheer began when a mother asked to send a tree to her son in Iraq.

Paws for a Cause founders Sydney Dolger and Riley Rugolo sit with Rari, who was adopted from Posh Pets animal shelter in Long Beach. Both fundraised to get food and supplies to the shelter.

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Elementary School No. 3 and Limb Kind Foundation send Sadie McGill to a modeling competition. Models those with limb difference.

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return of the 1947 Mack Model 45S is celebrated by members of the Oceanside Columbia Engine Company No. 1. Searching over a decade for the elusive truck which traveled from Long Island to Florida, the company finally brought the beloved truck back to Oceanside.

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Drag Queen Story Hour with Bella Noche continues on despite protest, they read about self-love. Kids listening to books on inclusivity enjoy event.

Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, DEUTSCHE BANK

NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE IN TRUST FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I TRUST 2006-HE6, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-HE6, Plaintiff, vs. THOMAS COCCHIOLA, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 7, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on January 17, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 181 Nassau Parkway, Oceanside, NY 11572. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Oceanside, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 142 and Lot 456. Approximate amount of judgment is $1,159,297.51 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #6777/2014. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff 135951

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, PS FUNDING, INC., Plaintiff, vs. W HENRIETTA PROPERTIES LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 3, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 17, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 307 West Henrietta Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the

Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 43, Block 345 and Lot 43. Approximate amount of judgment is $696,448.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 614017/2020. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee

Chartwell Law, One Battery Park Plaza, Suite 710, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff 135949

Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee DHNY091 136137

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L & L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. NANCY M. NATOLI, et al, Defts. Index #615000/2018. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Feb. 14, 2020, I will sell at public auction on the north front steps of Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on January 23, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 43, Block 212, Lot(s) 28-30. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale and the right of the United States of America to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provided by law.

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

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 February 2, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 2863 CALVIN RD, OCEANSIDE, NY 11572: Section 0054, Block 00506-00, Lot 00058 & 00138:

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-QS3, Plaintiff against ZEV ANGELOU, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 103N, Westbury, NY 11590.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered June 6, 2022, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 23, 2023 at 2:00 PM.

Premises known as 504 Long Beach Road, Island Park, NY 11558. Sec 43 Block 9 Lot 164 & 166. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Island Park, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $813,797.28 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 006451/2015.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules.

The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed

Foreclosure auction will be held “rain or shine.” If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the auction.

TONY D’ANZICA, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #99908 136139

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff - against - KERRY SARWAN, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on February 3, 2022. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 24th day of January, 2023 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Island Park, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Premises known as 3977 Long Beach Road, Island Park, (Town of Hempstead) NY 11558.

(SBL#: 43-187-85)

Approximate amount of lien $535,382.77 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 608704/2018.

Rita Solomon, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218

For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

Dated: October 5, 2022

SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. WINDWARD BORA LLC, Pltf. vs. VINCENT FERNICOLA A/K/A VINCENT FERNICOLA JR., A/K/A VINNIE FERNICOLA A/K/A VINCENT FERNICOLA, SR., et al, Defts. Index #612243/2018. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale dated Nov. 2, 2019, I will sell at public auction on the north side fronts steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on February 1, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., prem. k/a 81 Bellevue Avenue, Oceanside, NY a/k/a Section 38, Block 365, Lot 33 & 34. Approx. amt. of judgment is $69,696.17 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Said Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale forecloses a Second Mortgage. Foreclosure auction will be held “rain or shine.” If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the auction.

MARK RICCIARDI, Referee MARGOLIN, WEINREB & NIERER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 165 Eileen Way, Ste. 101, Syosset, NY. #99986 136324

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ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING ANS 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 ACORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 136326

Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 10th day of January, 2023, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 197-13 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “TRAFFIC REGULATIONS IN THE VICINITY OF SCHOOLS” at the following location: OCEANSIDE LAND PLACE (TH 548/22) South Side15 MINUTE PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS 8 AM TO 4 PM SCHOOL DAYSstarting at the west curbline of Second Street, west to the east curbline of Third Street.

LAND PLACE (TH 548/22) North Side15 MINUTE PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS 8 AM TO 4 PM SCHOOL DAYSstarting at a point 265 feet west of the west curbline of Oceanside Road, west for a distance of 250 feet.

ALSO, to REPEAL from Section 197-13 “TRAFFIC REGULATIONS IN THE VICINITY OF SCHOOLS” from the following location: OCEANSIDE LAND PLACE (TH 548/16) South SideNO STOPPING 8 AM TO 4 PM SCHOOL DAYSStarting at the west curbline of Second Street, west to the east curbline of Third Street. (Adopted 6/6/17)

following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 83-2022, amending Chapter 202 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal

“REGULATIONS & RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking at various locations.

Dated: December 6, 2022 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 136342

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX NO: 606362/2021 D/O/F: 05/19/2021

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Premises Address: 251 Perkins Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572

occupants of premises, and corporations, other entities or persons who claim, or may claim, a lien against the premises, Defendants.

NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY 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

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE FOR FORMATION of a limited liability company (LLC). The name of the limited liability company is FOXHURST LEGACY LLC. The date of filing of the articles of organization with the Department of State was December 15, 2022. The County in New York in which the office of the company is located is Nassau. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to The LLC, 61 Foxhurst Road, Oceanside, New York 11572. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under the laws of the State of New York. 136279

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home

LAND PLACE (TH 548/16) North SideNO PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS 8 AM TO 4 PM SCHOOL DAYS - starting at a point 268 feet west of the west curbline of Oceanside Road, west for a distance of 259 feet. (Adopted 6/6/17)

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

Dated: December 6, 2022 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 136340

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 83-2022

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held December 6th, 2022 , by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 83-2022, and

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF UPLAND MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST A, Plaintiff, againstUnknown heirs at law of RODNEY BUNNEY A/KA RODNEY PAUL BUNNEY, his next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming, under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained;

DANELLE BUNNEY AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RODNEY BUNNEY A/KA RODNEY PAUL BUNNEY; JANINE TREIBET AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RODNEY BUNNEY A/KA RODNEY PAUL BUNNEY; DANA HERWICK AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RODNEY BUNNEY A/KA RODNEY PAUL BUNNEY; RODNEY BUNNEY, JR., AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RODNEY BUNNEY A/KA RODNEY PAUL BUNNEY; SCOTT BUNNEY AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RODNEY BUNNEY A/KA RODNEY PAUL BUNNEY; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; “JOHN DOES” and “JANE DOES”, said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your Answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorneys within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, where service is made by delivery upon you personally within the State, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner, and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. David P. Sullivan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, entered Nov. 23, 2022 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Office of the clerk of the County of Nassau on July 29, 2010 in Book 35018, Page 576, covering premises k/a 251 Perkins Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572 a/k/a Section 43, Block 307, Lot 243.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

The following notice is intended only for the defendants who are owners of the premises sought to be foreclosed or who are liable upon the debt for which the mortgage stands as

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YOU ARE HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

PLEASE BE AWARE:

(1)that debt collectors, in accordance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 et seq., are prohibited from engaging in abusive, deceptive, an unfair debt collection efforts, including, but not limited to: i.the use or threat of violence; ii.the use of obscene or profane language; and iii.repeated phone calls made with the intent to annoy, abuse, or harass.

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2.Social security; 3.Public assistance (welfare);

4.Spousal support, maintenance (alimony) or child support;

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9.Veterans’ benefits;

10.Federal student loans, federal student grants, and federal work study funds; and 11.Ninety percent of your wages or salary earned in the last sixty days.

TO THE DEFENDANTS: The Plaintiff makes no personal claim against you in this action.

TO THE DEFENDANTS: If you have obtained an order of discharge from the Bankruptcy court, which includes this debt, and you have not reaffirmed your liability for this debt, this law firm is not alleging that you have any personal liability for this debt and does not seek a money judgment against you. Even if a discharge has been obtained, this lawsuit to

foreclose the mortgage will continue and we will seek a judgment authorizing the sale of the mortgaged premises.

Dated: Sandy J. Stolar, Esq. THE MARGOLIN & WEINREB LAW GROUP, LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 165 Eileen Way, Suite 101 Syosset, New York 11791 516-921-3838 #99953 135748

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-16, INDEX NO.:601698/2022

Date Filed:2/9/2022

Plaintiff(s), -against- SUMMONS Unknown heirs at law of LINDA LONERGAN A/K/A LINDA S. LONERGAN, and if they be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action, such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of who and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to

plaintiff, CHRISTINE LONERGAN-BACH, AS HEIR AT LAW OF LINDA LONERGAN A/K/A LINDA S. LONDERGAN, BARBARA LONERGAN, AS HEIR AT LAW OF LINDA LONERGAN A/K/A LINDA S. LONERGAN, BILLY LONERGAN, AS HEIR AT LAW OF LINDA LONERGAN A/K/A LINDA S. LONERGAN, COLEEN FUSCO, AS HEIR AT LAW OF LINDA LONERGAN A/K/A LINDA S. LONERGAN, CATHY MATTHEWS, AS HEIR AT LAW OF LINDA LONERGAN

Plaintiff designates NASSAU County as the place of trial A/K/A LINDA S. LONERGAN, ELIZABETH ANDERSON, AS HEIR AT LAW OF LINDA LONERGAN A/K/A LINDA S. LONERGAN, DENISE LONERGAN, AS HEIR AT LAW OF LINDA LONERGAN A/K/A LINDA S. LONERGAN, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICADEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to Plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Venue is based upon County in which the premises are situated Premises: 1043 DELAWARE AVENUE ISLAND PARK, NY 11558 Defendant(s).

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TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a

notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the United States of America is made a party Defendant, the time to answer for the said United States of America shall not expire until sixty (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated:November 11, 2022

Armonk, New York LEOPOLD & ASSOCIATES, PLLC

BY: Jacqueline K. Lamer, Esq.

Attorneys for Plaintiff 80 Business Park Drive, Suite 110 Armonk, NY 10504 914-219-5787

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A. You would think the answer is an easy one, that it would be either yes or no. Unfortunately, the answer is that the decision in these matters is discretionary, left to the plans examiner, who either strictly interprets the code and the federal and state laws based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (which was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush in 1990), or determines that the physical upgrade of the restroom isn’t necessary. The law states that businesses with 15 or more employees must comply, but is overridden by the fact that establishments cannot discriminate against people with disabilities, patrons or employees.

I once had a meeting at which the attorney for my client was challenging my advice to our mutual client that an upgrade — a renovation — would be necessary. The attorney appropriately pointed out exactly the same argument that you’re making, that nobody else has had to upgrade, and therefore you shouldn’t have to, either. My guess is that your neighbors may have been in that location for many years, and as long as nobody brings their location up to an official, we leave well enough alone, or that the official interpreted that the upgrade wouldn’t be necessary. I’m willing to bet that your neighbors, for the most part, moved in without anyone filing anything formally, with plans and permits, so the proprietors think they have no issue to deal with. You, on the other hand, operating honestly and legitimately, probably feel that even though you can’t discriminate against a person with a disability, you’re being unfairly discriminated against.

Although I agree that you are being unfairly judged differently than your neighbors, your architect and any licensed professional, including the attorney, swore to uphold the laws of the state they practice in. If officials choose not to investigate every location, that is the governing bodies’ choice. Your architect is only trying to do what is right under the law.

Coincidentally, that very morning, when the attorney was making the case that others were not in compliance, there was an incident in lower Manhattan in which an attorney had his heels slashed by a homeless man on a subway platform, and was instantly debilitated. I pointed out to the attorney that that poor guy was now disabled, and that we humans are all vulnerable, by age or accident, and need to be considered. He answered, “You should have been an attorney.”

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Remembering for those who no longer can

Where were you when Kennedy was shot?”

Many of us remember asking that, or being asked. That question has since been supplanted by ones like “Where were you when the Challenger exploded?” or “Where were you on Sept. 11?”

But those singular tragedies were hardly the first to dominate our everyday lives on such a massive scale. That is a tragedy remembered for decades with its own question: “Where were you when Pearl Harbor was bombed?”

Yet there are very few people left who can answer that. Not surprising, since the stunning attack that officially brought the United States into World War II happened over 80 years ago. Without those living witnesses, however, we risk the possibility that the attack, the war itself, and atrocities like the Holocaust will become mere footnotes in history.

And that’s simply not acceptable.

This was the time of what NBC anchor Tom Brokaw coined the Greatest Generation. People who lived through the suffering of the Great Depression, only to find themselves fighting for something greater: freedom. Not for Americans, but for people on a global scale. We fought to destroy fascism as well as its key components, totalitarianism and authoritarianism, as well as hate.

Not that we were perfect in doing so —

far from it. But if anything good came from that period, it was the fact that our global society at least took some significant steps forward.

Conflict has been a part of human history, but never on the scale we saw in World War II. Never in the numbers of people lost. The outright attempted genocide of an entire religious ethnicity. We have to take time to remember because, as Winston Churchill said, “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.”

Part of that education comes from exploring what happened at Pearl Harbor — a place thousands of miles away, practically across an ocean, on a group of islands that, at the time, were merely an American territory. The attack killed 2,403 U.S. personnel and destroyed or damaged 19 ships — nearly half of them battleships.

By the time World War II ended in 1945, American deaths would reach nearly 420,000, while globally, 15 million soldiers and 45 million civilians would lose their lives.

The pain from that war — and World War I, “the Great War,” before it — was felt for generations, to the point where governments worked as hard as they could not to let any other conflict balloon to such a global scale. But memories fade, hastened by the loss of those who experienced that suffering firsthand.

Now we live in a time when fears of a

worldwide conflict are stronger than they have been in decades. It’s not just political polarization, but also what has become a broader tolerance of intolerance and outright hate — something that can never be allowed to normalize, whether it’s antisemitism, racism, sexism or homophobia. Attacking where someone is from, how they worship — or if they worship — or even how they identify gender-wise.

History is fading, and with it its lessons. And we can’t let that happen.

That’s why Dec. 7 is so important. Or Jan. 27 — International Holocaust Remembrance Day — as well as spring’s Yom Hashoah. Because you can’t even begin to talk about loss during this period without talking about the 6 million Jews who were killed — a third of Jews worldwide. Or the 2 million ethnic Poles.

Or 500,000 Roma. Or thousands more who were gay, or who were political or religious prisoners.

The late Elie Wiesel, a Holocaust survivor himself, once said, “To forget a Holocaust is to kill twice.” And that can be applied to any tragedy we try to forget.

Next week, we have a chance to remember on the 81st anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. There might be few left to ask where they were when this tragedy took place, but remembering means we’re learning. And learning gives us a fighting chance to never repeat those horrors again.

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O’Connell sure didn’t pull any punches

To the Editor:

Don’t you love freedom of the press? That basic right enables people like John O’Connell, former executive editor of the Heralds, to blatantly cast aspersions on public figures without including specific evidence to support his claims.

In his op-ed last week, “I’ll take the GOP agenda — without Trump — any day,” O’Connell refers to Hillary Clinton as a “backstabbing, secretive, supercilious, lying, characterless cypher.” While I don’t love Hillary, I question what purpose such unsupported name-calling achieves, except perhaps to justify why O’Connell opted to vote for Trump, despite his “unappealing, obnoxious,” “insufferable” and “bullying” behavior.

O’Connell goes on to blast our sitting president, vice president, transportation secretary and governor,

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‘Energy efficient’ may become a contradiction in terms

Hearings are getting under way on a proposal to socialize energy on Long Island. It would make the Long Island Power Authority the region’s sole entity responsible for keeping our lights on. Its structure would replicate virtually every government agency, bureau or department that you have cursed as inept, incompetent or indifferent.

why capitalism is always better, and why it provides for more-efficient creation and distribution of goods and services than any government-controlled or socialized economy.

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What is instructive about this forced march to complete government control is that these hearings were mandated by law to be held by the end of September, but are just beginning now. The government commission couldn’t even get its act together to hold them on time. Good thing it isn’t responsible for directing our electrical future.

Oh, wait. It is.

Hanley has identified the ideological underpinnings of this power grab. It has little to do with the efficiency, innovation and accountability demanded of PSEG Long Island under a strict don’t-screw-up contract with LIPA. Rather, it is about a progressive agenda of growing government whenever it can, assuming authority over infrastructure that it has no competence running and operating costs it has no interest in cutting.

agement structure would balloon with executives making six-figure salaries. There would be no financial incentives for any of them to work smarter, better, more efficiently.

The hearings, by a special commission, are the result of legislation signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul. It directs the review of a plan to convert the existing public-private partnership that manages our electrical grid to one that would, in essence, make the governor ultimately responsible for its operation and maintenance.

RONALD J. ROSENBERG

To set the stage for these hearings, you need to understand that LIPA currently owns most of the Long Island electrical grid, including the bulk of our power plants. It has an incentive contract with PSEG Long Island, which actually runs the system. If PSEG does well and hits certain performance criteria, it is financially compensated. If it fails, it will take a financial bath. This is the essence of

James Hanley, a fellow with the Empire Center for Public Policy, is a seasoned observer of Albany’s political stinkpot. “It’s hard to predict what will come of this proposal,” Hanley has written. “Public power (left wing) advocates clearly want to eliminate any role for a private utility in operating LIPA’s grid. They don’t have any evidence that LIPA could improve upon PSEG’s management; they seem to think the word `public’ is a magical incantation that will make everything better.”

In truth, it makes everything worse. An example? Which delivery service is more reliable, the government controlled U.S. mail, or the privately owned Federal Express? The answer is obvious.

among others, again without a logical explanation. He cites the GOP agenda, familiar to most of us. However, he does not mention the many Americans who suffer from a housing shortage, food insecurity, climate change, or a lack of adequate gun control. He also exhibits no concern for the recent increase in racist, antisemitic and homophobic violence against fellow human beings.

Will these people merely be casualties of war as the GOP tries to stifle the voices of its opposition? Surely a nation as great as ours must be able to find a way to achieve compromise so that the needs and safety of so many of its citizens are not ignored.

PAM SINGER Malverne

Trump’s ‘great’ accomplishments?

To the Editor:

John O’Connell asserted in his Nov.

24-30 column that he doesn’t like Donald Trump, but that the former president accomplished “great things.”

What in the world would those “great things” be?

His disrespect for the country’s courts and its diplomatic and intelligence services? His refusal to accept the results of an election? Deepening political divisions and encouraging racial bigotry?

O’Connell’s column derides potential Democratic candidates for president and vice president, but omits any mention of the many GOP members of Congress who have gone along with Trump’s lies about a rigged election. Nor is there any mention of Trump’s attempt to defy the will of American voters by backing a coup.

O’Connell even claims there is a “GOP agenda.” And what would that be? More stunts such as votes to end Obamacare?

LARRY McCOY Rockville Centre

What makes this power play particularly toxic is that LIPA had been tasked with running the grid before. It failed, miserably, when Superstorm Sandy came ashore a decade ago.

As a result, then Gov. Andrew Cuomo required LIPA to engage private industry in running the grid, and to use financial incentives and penalties that are employed in the real world. Having had such a raving success with cashless bail, today’s progressive powerbrokers seem quite content to ignore those lessons, and now seek the keys to the power grid.

How would that work? For starters, the people currently working for PSEG would probably be asked to transfer their skills and expertise to LIPA, a government entity. As LIPA employees, they would be given salaries, benefits and pensions that you and I would pay for. The LIPA man-

Compare that with a recent J.D. Power survey that found dissatisfaction with PSEG Long Island among businesses on the Island. That could mean a financial hit for the utility management company, because its compensation is directly tied to customer opinions of its performance. Were LIPA in charge, and faced with such a report, its response would undoubtedly be “Feh,” for there would be no accountability under a socialized structure. That would be good news for those who feast on political patronage, because one suspects someone’s brother-in-law would be in charge of consumer complaints.

We can assume that it will be Hochul’s decision as to whether Long Island’s power goes progressive. She needs to, but probably doesn’t, appreciate, or care, that if that’s the future of LIPA, her office number will be on speed dial for 2.7 million Long Islanders the next time a hurricane takes down the grid. And if last month’s elections proved anything, it’s that those LIPA customers vote.

Ronald J. Rosenberg has been an attorney for 42 years, concentrating in commercial litigation and transactions, and real estate, municipal, zoning and land use law. He founded the Garden City law firm Rosenberg Calica & Birney in 1999.

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