Christopher Ruppert has been named the new chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services at Catholic Health Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre.
Joseph Manopella, the hospital’s president, said he was thrilled with the appointment.
Charles Elmore, who died on June 24 at age 89, was remembered for his years of military service and his dedication to the Rockville Centre Fire Department for more than 50 years.
Shortly after Elmore and his wife, Gail, were married in 1964 and settled down in the village, he decided to join Floodlight Rescue Company
No. 1. “He was an absolute gem to have in your company,” Lou Milone, a longtime friend and colleague in the department, said. “He was an individual who, if we ever had a technical problem with rescue equipment, was always willing to help. If he could do it, he would do it. And if he couldn’t, he would find a way to do it.”
Elmore was given the title of honorary chief of the Fire
Department in 2010, and two years later transferred to Eureka Hook, Ladder and Bucket Company No. 1.
“He was the type of individual who would do something that might be considered outstanding or remarkable for someone else, but for him it was nothing,” Milone said. “That was the kind of person he was. He went over and above without ever being
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“It’s an exciting time at Mercy as we are in the midst of a renaissance,” Manopella said in a statement. “I am confident that Chris’ expertise, hands-on experience and commitment to delivering high-quality patient care, while supporting and collaborating with our exceptional nurses, will lend to increasing outcomes and overall clinical excellence.”
Since 1913, when the nursing sisters of the Congregation of the Infant Jesus founded the hospital, it has grown into a 42-acre campus, providing a wide range of different health care services.
Now, nearly 110 years later, hospital administrators said they are working to expand ser-
vices and invest in infrastructure to provide patients with access to the best and most stateof-the-art health care available.
During the past year, the hospital has celebrated the opening of its new Center for Pain Management, and it plans to soon unveil a new 16,000-square-foot Ambulatory and Family Care Center.
Ruppert, a registered nurse with 17 years of experience in hospital operations, leadership, education, emergency management and medicine, is a welcome addition to Mercy, officials said, thanks to his many years of experience working with both patients and staff.
“I am here to help fulfill Catholic Health Services’ mission,” Ruppert said. “We want to provide a good experience for the staff, an excellent experience for the patients, lower costs where we can, while providing the best quality outcomes.”
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Superstorm Sandy caused immeasurable grief and destruction nearly 13 years ago. That devastation, however, has spurred a few positives.
State officials last week announced the completion of a vast $47 million improvement project at Hempstead Lake State Park in West Hempstead that will reduce flood risk and improve access to the 737acre park.
The project includes two miles of new Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant trails and observation deck. In addition, the 150-year-old Hempstead Lake Dam was repaired and renovated to protect against future storm damage.
Officials said it was one of the largest wetlands projects ever completed by New York State Parks.
“Our parks are some of our greatest resources for relaxation, restoration, and connecting with our families,” said Town of Hempstead Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby in a release. “I am happy that the improvement project has been completed; it was worth the wait.”
The $4 million renovation of the only high-hazard dam on Long Island, built in 1873, was a priority. Officials said the repaired dam would help maintain water levels of the lake, particularly if another hurricane like Sandy strikes. Officials had determined that if the dam were to fail, the damage would include highway flooding, water supply issues, and possible fatalities.
The state received a $35 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and another $12 million in State Parks capital money was used.
The project was part of the Living with the Bay Initiative, created in the wake of Sandy to strengthen South Shore waterfront communities in Nassau County along Mill River. The state committed $125 million to fortify East Rockaway, Bay Park, Lynbrook, Malverne, Oceanside, and Rockville Centre from future stormwater damage.
The final phase of the project, recently finished, was making the 144-acre Northern Ponds complex better able to handle stormwater runoff into Hewlett Bay while reducing flood risks on Mill River.
Parks officials said they built eight acres of wetlands to allow runoff from Southern State Parkway to slowly filter before entering Northeast Pond. Smith Pond, a 22-acre freshwater pond in Rockville Centre, was upgraded with dredging and a floodwall.
“The culmination of these vital infrastructure projects will help make the Hempstead Lake State Park and surrounding communities safer and more resilient to future storms, while improving access to outdoor recreation in the community,” New York State Parks Commissioner Erik Kulleseid said in a release.
Other upgrades to the park include a new Eagle Avenue parking lot; an obser-
vation deck overlooking Northeast Pond; and removal of invasive plant species and replanting native species. Officials said it took one year to remove by hand more than 100 tons of decades-old trash in the Northern Ponds areas.
“We want everyone to enjoy our New York State Parks, especially those in District 18, the addition of new and better accessible trail ways open up the opportunity for all New Yorkers to enjoy the gorgeous trails, lake, and wildlife that Hempstead Lake State Park offers,” said Assemblywoman Taylor Darling in a release. “As a member of the Committee on People with Disabilities, improving accessibility is incredibly important to me.”
A new 10-foot wide stone dust greenway trail was built to provide a continuous north-to-south trail system through the park. An 8-foot wide stone dust wetlands trail and two pedestrian bridges were built to allow emergency and main-
tenance vehicles access.
With an eye to the possibility of future storms, sluice gates were installed to allow control of lake levels prior to and during flooding. There is a new water level monitoring and lake temperature gauge system so officials can manage conditions in realtime and track data over time.
The 8,000-square-foot Environmental Education and Resiliency Center was built in 2021 at a cost of $8.3 million. The center features hands-on learning about storms and environmental management, and will serve as an emergency coordination center during disaster response, officials said.
“Through its multiyear investment, New York State has safeguarded the natural treasures contained within Hempstead Lake State Park and made them accessible for every resident in the surrounding communities to enjoy,” Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe said in
a release.
Hempstead Lake State Park is a sprawling multiuse facility with 18 tennis courts, six pickleball courts, playgrounds, basketball courts, softball field, bridle trails for horseback riding, biking and hiking trails, shaded picnic areas, and a historic hand-carved wooden carousel. There are also three bodies of freshwater that are accessible for fishing. The 167acre Hempstead Lake is the largest freshwater lake on Long Island.
For more information, call (516) 7661029 or visit the New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at Parks.ny.gov.
■ A Berkshire Road resident reported on June 26, someone stole her vehicle from her driveway. The vehicle was later seen by police in Monmouth County, New Jersey at 7:54 a.m.
■ A Burtis Avenue resident reported on June 26, someone approached her house at 2:27 a.m. and attempted to open the front door.
■ A motorist reported on July 2, his vehicle was struck by a car that left the scene while driving on Sunrise Highway.
■ An employee of U-Haul reported on July 2, someone damaged the walls of a storage unit inside the building.
■ A Riverside Drive resident reported on
June 27, someone used his personal information to open a credit card in his name.
■ A Roxbury Road resident reported on June 27, someone withdrew money from his bank account using fraudulent checks.
■ Charlotte Parker, 53, of Maple Avenue in Rockville Centre was arrested on June 27, and charged with criminal mischief, criminal tampering, and larceny during an investigation on Maple Avenue.
■ Bernard Gerald, 21, of Hayes Place in Baldwin was arrested on June 28, and charged with robbery during an investigation of an incident at Speedway.
■ Bryant Negrete, 37, of Lincoln Avenue in Rockville Centre was arrested on June 28, and charged with criminal mischief, harassment, obstruction of governmental administration, and endangering the welfare of a child during an investigation at his residence.
■ Anthony Ciullo, 28, of Banks Avenue in Rockville Centre was arrested on July 2, and charged with assault during an investigation at his residence.
People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.
Rockville Centre Police Commissioner James Vafeades, after 33 years of service with the department, said his final farewell to Mayor Francis Murray, the village board, first responders, colleagues, family, friends and residents in the community on June 29.
Vafeades, a graduate of St. John’s and Molloy universities, joined the department as a patrol officer in 1990. Through his hard work and dedication he was promoted to Sergeant in 2002 and Lieutenant in 2010, before being appointed as Commissioner of the department in 2018.
As the Police Commissioner, he has been responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, and directing the activities of all personnel for the department
comprised of 58 officers and more than 36 civilian employees. He has also been involved in all aspects of the department’s inner workings including supervision of the patrol, in addition to working closely with the anti-gang, anti-crime, juvenile, and traffic units.
During his tenure, he played a critical role in building the new state-of-the-art police headquarters on Maple Avenue, and was instrumental in overseeing the annual budget, grant opportunities, and working with the village to keep costs low while providing tools and training for police to keep Rockville Centre a safe place to live, work, and raise a family.
In the fall of 1990, some thirty plus years ago, your writer first heard of the proposition that if you set up a living trust your estate doesn’t have to go to court to settle – the so-called probate court proceeding for wills. Having spent the previous eleven years as a litigation attorney, and having faced numerous problems probating wills, this sounded too good to be true.
At the time, some of the best estate planning lawyers were in Florida. Perhaps you can guess why. In any event, off I went to Florida to train as an estate planning lawyer and, upon returning, closed the litigation practice and founded Ettinger Law Firm in April 1991, to keep people just like you, dear reader, out of probate court.
The reason I was so excited about the living trust, and continue to be so to this day, is the concept of taking back control from the courts and government and giving it back to you and your family. After all, who doesn’t want control over their affairs?
When you go to court, who’s in charge? The judge, right? Now tell me, does the judge always act in your best interest? Does the judge ever make a mistake? And when the judge says jump, you know what the answer is!
Not only do you pay considerably for this privilege, but it can take many months and often years to complete the probate court proceeding. Meantime, houses cannot be sold, bank accounts accessed, or investment portfolios managed – at least without the judge’s permission which involves additional time and resources to request. Of course, that permission may be denied as well.
With a living trust, your trustee (formerly your “executor” under the will) may act immediately upon death to sell the house, pay the bills and handle the investments – no permission required! An additional benefit is, in the event you become unable to handle your affairs later in life, your trustee may take over by simply getting a letter from your doctor showing you are incapacitated. Essentially then, a living trust gives you back control.
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director of nursing, operations and finance and was responsible for strategic planning, staffing and day-to-day nursing operations.
“The president has previously stated that Mercy is going through a renaissance, and it’s exciting to be part of the change,” Ruppert said. “I am glad to be part of a team that shares this vision.”
A Long Island native, Ruppert earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and anthropology from SUNY Albany in 2004, and an associate’s degree in nursing from Albany Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in 2006. He went on to earn a master’s in business administration from Hofstra University in 2011 and a master’s in nursing education from LIU Post in 2017.
Ruppert began work as a registered nurse at Northwell Health’s Emergency Department in Valley Stream, and eventually became the administrator of hospital operations and the assistant director of nursing before joining Lenox Hill. He was also an adjunct professor at nearby Molloy University from 2017 to 2021.
In addition to his new position at Mercy, Ruppert will serve as a lieutenant junior grade assistant nurse officer with the U.S. Public Health Service. He welcomed the opportunity to serve his country during the pandemic, joining the only uniformed service dedicated to the
nation’s health to help provide clinical care to communities in need.
While serving as a public health service officer in July 2021, he was also selected to be part of the first commissioned class of the Ready Reserve Corps, an elite group of health responders responsible for promoting, protecting and advancing the health and safety of the nation.
Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 6 p.m.
At this event, you will have the opportunity to speak with Hofstra faculty, and learn about services offered by Residence Life, Student Financial Services, and the Center for Career Design and Development. You can also virtually tour our beautiful 244-acre campus.
For event details and to RSVP, please visit hofstra.edu/gradoh.
The term “mental health” is often misunderstood, with many often thinking it’s limited to having a mental illness or being mentally ill.
But mental health is about how good people feel emotionally, and the behaviors associated with them. It helps determine how people handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices.
Just like how people take care of their bodies, they also need to take care of their mind and emotions. More often than not, people don’t think of their mental health until it is something they must deal with.
In fact, a Truth in Medicine poll released last year by Oceanside’s Mount Sinai South Nassau, found that 36 percent of Long Island residents say they or their adult family member faced challenges accessing mental health services care, like simply getting an appointment.
Limited access to health insurance is often the biggest challenge in accessing such care, county officials said. A recent town hall by Nassau County’s mental health, chemical dependency and developmental disabilities services department held at Nassau Community College, shared some of the options people might have, health insurance or not.
The gathering outlined a plethora of resources available within the county beginning, of course, with calling 911 for medical, police, fire, or rescue emergencies. But there’s additional help available — 988 — for confidential emotional support involving thoughts of suicide or any other emotional distress.
For those seeking to seek help in-person, Nassau County offers more than 50 resources, organization that have pledged to help the community, even if paying for those services might be an issue.
One of those newest resources set to begin next year is with the Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services. Jaclyn McCarthy, the center’s division director, said there’s often a genetic component for poor mental health, where people may be predisposed to developing some of the inabilities to manage stress or difficult situations in their life. Environmental factors, as well as sleep deprivation, or social factors like unstable relationships or substance abuse, can influence someone’s need to seek treatment.
But McCarthy also notes people often don’t seek help because of the stigma associated with addressing mental health. For instance, cultural taboo can deter people who desperately want to better themselves.
“People don’t feel as though they are going to be perceived in the same way by family or friends — or their employer — if they say that they’re struggling,” McCarthy said. “So people don’t speak up about it, and people don’t access the resources. But part of what all of us here today are really here to talk about is how to stand up and talk about it, and allow people to feel more comfortable with it so that we can help reduce that stigma for everyone.”
Treatment is different for every person, but individual therapy is a standard practice for those seeking help. McCarthy notes treatment is assessed on a spectrum to cater to each person’s needs.
■ Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services
— Projected to open in early 2024
■ Family Treatment and Recovery Center — (516) 746-0350
■ Long Island Addiction Center — (516) 788-6449
■ Mercy Recover House — (516) 868-2244
■ The Charles Evans Center — (516) 622-8888
“We ask what do they want to get out of these sessions, and what are their biggest struggles so that we can help tailor intervention specifically for them,” she said. “Not everyone needs to take medication or is even encouraged to take it. It depends on their situation.”
Patients seeking treatment for substance use or behavioral issues hang on to the patterns and habits that don’t suit them because they’ve used them to cope with their stress,” McCarthy said. A major part of a patient’s treatment is to help them understand that relapse can potentially happen.
“We try to help them identify it before it happens so that they can put their coping skills in place prior to struggling with a relapse,” she said.
“We all want the same goal. We all want to make sure that individuals have help for whatever they need help within the moment, when they’re ready for that help.”
Eleven people were murdered October 27, 2018 in the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh just for being Jewish. It was the event that changed synagogue life forever, according to Ian Brecher, executive vice president of the Oceanside Jewish Center.
With Jewish communities on the South Shore and beyond seeing an uptick in antisemitism, seven synagogues from local communities came together to host a seminar on how to properly handle and address any antisemitic acts and comments that people may be experiencing and to hopefully stop any events like the mass murder at the Tree of Life synagogue from happening again.
East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center, Oceanside Jewish Center, Merrick Jewish Centre, South Baldwin Jewish Center, Congregation Beth Tikvah in Wantagh, Congregation B’Nai Sholom-Beth David in Rockville Centre, and Congregation Beth Ohr in Bellmore have always worked together when it came to the issues that each congregation was facing — and antisemitism is no different, Howard Tiegel, president of the Merrick Jewish Centre, said.
“Jews are a group of people that have always dared to be different,” Scott Richman, the regional director for the New York/New Jersey Anti-Defamation League, said. “A series of conspiracy theories or tropes began to develop around us, and those conspiracy theories are what we still live with today.
“When you talk about why there is antisemitism, antisemitism is essential-
The Anti-Defamation League has 25 regional offices operating in local communities and through programs and advocacy in Europe and Israel, according to its website. Each office focuses on reporting and responding to antisemitic and hate incidents, speaking out against all forms of bias and bigotry, engaging elected officials, educating, and partnering with and training local law enforcement.
To make a report visit, NYNJ.adl. org.
ly just those conspiracy theories.”
Anybody can report incidents of antisemitism to the anti-defamation league, and someone from the office will respond and record the event. Richman said that 2022, was the worst year of recorded incidents and each year appears to be getting worse.
New York has the most recorded antisemitic acts, and out of 111 assaults across the nation in 2022, 73 in New York.
Attendees were invited to listen and ask questions at three breakout sessions — rabbinic responses to antisemitism, preparing for antisemitism on the college campus, and antisemitism in public schools.
Mallory Wilson/Herald RABBIS IRA EBBIN, left, Moshe Weisblum, Joshua Dorsch and Sam Waidenbaum, from Congregations Ohav Sholom in Merrick, Beth Tikvah in Wantagh, Merrick Jewish Centre, and South Baldwin Jewish Center, respectively, shared their views on how to combat antisemitism.The top fire department drill teams in the state gathered at Fireman’s Memorial Park in Hempstead on June 28, for the 20th annual Joseph G. Hunter Memorial Tournament.
Hunter was a volunteer member of the South Hempstead Fire Department and a FDNY firefighter with squad 288, who selflessly sacrificed his life to try and help save others during 9/11.
In his memory, Matt Spinelli, one of his close childhood friends and a colleague with the South Hempstead Fire Department helped organize the tournament with the help of the Hunter family in 2003.
“We wanted to do something to keep his memory alive,” Spinelli said.
Each year, proceeds from the event are donated to provide two scholarships in his name — one at South Side High School in Rockville Centre, where he graduated in 1987, and one at Hofstra University, where he received a bachelor’s in business management in 1994. A portion of the proceeds also goes to help families in need who are connected with the volunteer fire departments and FDNY.
“We’ve raised a good amount of money over the years,” Spinelli said. “This year, we wanted to do something bigger so we’re donating $20,000 to the Tunnel to Towers foundation.”
Before the start of the event on Thursday evening, a check was presented to Gold Star spouse Mecca Nel-
son, whose husband US Army Sgt. Mario Nelson was killed in Iraq, on behalf of the Tunnel to Towers organization.
Tunnel to Towers is a charitable organization founded in tribute to FDNY firefighter Stephen Siller, who died during the 9/11 attacks in 2001. Each September the organization hosts a 5K run from the Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers in homage to the 343 FDNY firefighters, law enforcement officers and the thousands of civilians who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.
The competition consists of eight different skill-based events, which include three-man ladder, B ladder, C ladder, B hose, C hose, efficiency, motor pump, and buckets. The scores in each race are then combined to determine the winning fire department.
This year’s winners were the Central Islip Hoboes with 27.5 points overall. In second place were the Islip Wolves with 21.5 points, and the North Lindenhurst Piston Knockers with 17 points.
Also participating in this year’s tournament were the North Bellmore Rinky Dinks, the West Hempstead
Westerners, the South Hempstead Rascals, the Farmingville Bandits, West Sayville Flying Dutchmen, Spencerport Red Onions, Hagerman Gamblers, the Bay Shore Redskins, the Copiague Yellowbirds, and the Carle Place Frogs.
Car shows are a summertime staple. You’ll find them most everywhere.
One that certainly attracts attention — from locals and car enthusiasts from all over — is Cruise Night. The most popular car show on the North Shore is back, and folks from across Long Island have begun making their weekly pilgrimage to Oyster Bay each Tuesday to enjoy the sights and sounds of cars from every decade.
A vast range of vehicles are on display, from Ford Model Ts to 1960s Thunderbirds and exotic Maseratis and Lamborghinis. According to George Hanley — who has participated with his 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 for more than a decade — it’s not just the cars that draw people, but the sense of community among the car lovers that makes Cruise Night unique.
“The cars are a good reason, but the old friends are also a fun thing to run into,” Hanley says. “It’s a nice night. It’s not rowdy. It’s a real good old-fashioned car show.”
Wandering through Audrey Avenue in the heart of the hamlet is something to behold. Visitors are surrounded by the beautifully refurbished and lovingly cared-for cars, with bright paint jobs and popped hoods. The aromas of beer from the local brewery and cigar smoke waft over. Music played on the street lends a lively backdrop.
The event, organized weekly by the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce, also puts the lovely and historic hamlet on display. From the classic architecture and smalltown feel, to the numerous restaurants and stores of all sorts, Cruise Night offers car enthusiasts — and those who drop by — to check out the scene. Not just the vintage cars, but an opportunity to enjoy the many amenities Oyster Bay has to offer.
By Karen Bloom• Saturday and Sunday, noon-4 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Emily Lowe Hall Gallery, South Campus, Hempstead. For information and to RSVP, call (516) 463-5672, or visit Hofstra.edu/museum
Stand,” Hofstra University Museum of Art’s new exhibition, examines power of the arts in society.
Whether you want to take a break from the heat and pop into Theodore’s Books to browse their wide collection, or get a bite to eat at local favorites like Taby’s Diner or 2 Spring, the evening is not just a celebration of great cars, but a showcase of Oyster Bay itself. Ravin Chetram, vice president of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich chamber, says it doesn’t just put the hamlet on the map, but strengthens the many local businesses by drawing crowds to the community.
Alexandra Giordano — the museum’s assistant director of exhibition and exhibit underscores artists’ civic responsibility and influence. the vital role that artists have in activating democratic values that and freedom, encouraging civic engagement, and cultivating unity,” “Artists often lead the charge and expose truths that may otherwise be in this exhibition take a stand and call out injustices through their art issues such as immigration, gender, reproductive rights, mass incarceration, bias, gun violence, and promises unfulfilled. They all combine the making service that has a grassroots approach in the hope of mobilizing their the nation to ignite movement, create awareness, and inspire others to which runs through July 28, is in conjunction with Hofstra’s conference on the Barack Obama presidency coming up in April. interested in the idea that the artist has a civic responsibility,” says Karen Albert. “The initial idea for this exhibition was inspired by Administration White House briefing that took place on May 12, 2009, 60 artists and creative organizers met with administration officials to collective power of the arts to build community, create change, and chart national recovery in the areas of social justice, civic participation and unlike other recent exhibits that showcased the museum’s collection, Giordano reached out to contemporary artists who loaned selected works. Some 36 pieces are on view — representing Emma Amos, Molly Crabapple and the Equal Justice Initiative, Miguel Luciano, Michele Pred, Hank Willis Thomas, and Sophia climate is now, this exhibit could not be more timely than Albert adds. highlights, she points to the series of prints from the Freedoms. Their four large scale photos are based on 1943 oil paintings inspired by President Franklin D.
“It’s such a great event, it really brings people out to enjoy Oyster Bay
during the summer,” Chetram says. “Cruise Night is just one of those things that makes our community so special.”
This year also marks the first time that Cruise Night is partnering with Rallye BMW, which has taken on a more active role in the hamlet since the recent closure of Oyster Bay BMW. Nick Soldo, Rallye’s senior client advisor, and his team are on-site, pleased to be involved with the community.
“We’re here for everybody,” Soldo says.
“We want to make a bigger presence in Oyster Bay for both the clients of BMW, and the residents of Oyster Bay.”
Top: Debbie Dugan and her 19-year old dog Sammy drove from Glen Head in her 1951 Chevy pick-up.
Bottom left: Danny Grella, right, and his son Donato came out from Glen Cove and had a great time at Cruise Night.
Bottom right: Cruise Night is Shangri-la for car enthusiasts.
Pat McGann is quickly rising as one of the sharpest stand-ups on the comedy scene. A relative latecomer to comedy, he began doing standup at 31 after realizing he was not very good at selling packaging. He hustled his way to become the house emcee at Zanies Chicago, where he distinguished himself as especially adept at working the crowd. A husband and father of three young children, McGann’s appeal stems from his quick wit and relatable take on family life and marriage. In 2017, McGann began touring as the opening act for Sebastian Maniscalco, moving with him from clubs to theater, to arenas, including four soldout shows at Madison Square Garden. McGann’s relatively short, but impressive resume, includes Montreal’s famed Just For Laughs Festival, Gilda’s LaughFest, The Great American Comedy Festival, and more. McGann still calls Chicago home.
It’s always 5 p.m., somewhere, so get into the vibe with Jimmy Kenny and his band. They’Il provide the soundtrack for an evening of summer fun, playing the best of Jimmy Buffett, Kenny Chesney and Zac Brown, as well as country favorites, summer pop, yacht rock, reggae, and tropical classics. The Long Island-based band has been delighting audiences with their beach country sounds for more than 12 years. Popular up and down the Northeast coast — from Maine to Maryland — their appealing mix of singalong hits and feel-good, easy living vibes always gets everyone in the groove. Get that ‘toe-in-thesand while wasting away with a margarita’ feeling and party on with Paul C. Cuthbert (aka Jimmy Kenny) on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, Linn DeMilta (aka Lovely Linn) on lead and backing vocals, Luis Rios on lead guitar and backing vocals, Frank Stainkamp on keyboards and backing vocals, drummer Mike Vecchione, and Dan Prine on bass.
BALDWIN HERALD — February 9, 2023
Saturday, July 8, 8 p.m. $35, $25, $20, $15. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Kim Mancuso/Herald photos
Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. $40, $35, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Now in its 18th year, Adelphi University’s ‘new music’ series welcomes Yarn/Wire. The intrepid New York-based piano-percussion quartet has forged a singular path with endlessly inventive collaborations, commissions and performances that have made a significant contribution to the canon of experimental works. The quartet features founding member Laura
Those vibrant sounds of the swing era can be heard at the Madison Theatre, when Swingtime returns with another high-octane concert. Since their 2012 debut performance here, Swingtime is proud to have become known as the Madison’s ‘house band.’ Their ‘homecoming’ includes a host of swingin’ hits from the Great American Songbook — all connected to the concept of ‘home.’ The band expertly recreates the music of Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Harry James, and Gene Krupa, along with their engaging vocalists saluting such legendary singers as Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, and the immortal Frank Sinatra.
Swingtime maintains its tradition of celebrating the 100th birthdays of the iconic musicians who created this quintessential American art form — their 2023 centennial spotlight is on the amazing trumpeter, composer/ arranger and bandleader Thad Jones.
Sunday, July 9, 3 p.m. $30-$40. Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. MadisonTheatrenNY.org or call (516) 323-4444.
change the world? It’s a question at the focus of our collective centuries. Now as society the complexities of modern life, path for social change is at the artistic expression.
Get your boogie on with The Disco Nights, appearing on The Paramount stage, Friday, July 7, 8 p.m.
If you like The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Chic and the whole Studio 54 soundtrack, you’re going to love The Disco Nights. Everyone will feel like dancing at this tribute to an unforgettable era. Relive those “Saturday Night Fever” moments with this dynamic act, featuring vocalists Alessandra Guercio, Jerome Bell and Adam Bastien from “American Idol” and “The Voice.”
They’re backed by one of the tightest bands around, veterans of the New York City music scene. The band includes Musical Director and Billboard charting superstar JJ Sansaverino on guitar, Stanley Banks on the bass, Etienne Lytle and Patrick Firth on the keys, Damon DueWhite on the drums, and Danny Sadownick on percussion. Throw on top of that a load of super-fun choreography, audience participation, props and costumes — and you have a party that audiences don’t want to leave. The beat goes on and on, with overthe-top renditions of the decade’s most vibrant songs as Studio 54 comes to life once more. $35, $30, $25, $15. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or
Join Nassau County Museum Director Charles A. Riley II, PhD, for a Director’s Seminar, Sunday, July 9, 3 p.m.
He’ll discuss “Oscar Wilde: The Critic and His Artists,” examining the endlessly fascinating author who was connected to a glittering circle of artists. His friends included Toulouse-Lautrec (who painted his portrait on the eve of his legal demise), the Pre-Raphaelites BurneJones, Morris and Millais, Whistler and Sargent (his neighbors on Tite Street in London’s Chelsea), and the naughty prodigy Aubrey Beardsley. Participation is limited; registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or
Nassau County Museum of Art’s exhibition, “Eye And Mind: The Shin Collection,” highlights the extraordinary collection masterworks assembled by 31-year-old connoisseur Hong Gyu Shin, an internationally recognized figure in the global art world. He shares his treasures, including works by Whistler, Lautrec, Boucher, Daumier, Delacroix, Klimt, Schiele, Balthus, Warhol, de Kooning, Gorky and many other important names from art history provocatively juxtaposed with the painting and sculpture of our own time from both Asia and the West. On view through July 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or
Hang out with some Long Island Children’s Museum’s “residents,” Saturday, July 8, 1:30-2 p.m. Join an animal educator in the Yellow Studio in the Feasts for Beasts Gallery to learn what goes into the care of LICM’s animals. Observe animal bath time. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.
Practice the “art” of looking at art at Nassau County Museum of Art, Thursday, July 27, 10-11 a.m., with NCMA Director of Education Laura Lynch. Mindful looking invites you to observe, question, and calmly reflect in a relaxed and supportive environment free of distraction. It’s an opportunity to experience and enjoy the art in the galleries or sculpture garden, together, making personal connection. $10. Space is limited and registration required. Also Aug. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
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.
Rockville Centre Volunteer
Fire Department hosts the old fashioned drill, Friday, July 14, starting at 6 p.m., at Fireman’s Field. Adjacent to South Side High School at 140 Shepherd St.
Stroll Old Westbury Gardens with Gabriel Willow, a New York Citybased urban naturalist and environmental educator, Saturday, July 8, 7:309:30 p.m. He will lead a walk through the gardens to listen and look for bats while discussing bat ecology and conservation. All ages are welcome. Space is limited and reservations are required. Rain date is Saturday, July 15. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.
Items on The Scene page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to thescene@liherald.com.
On stage
Plaza Theatricals brings the iconic musical “Rent,” back to the stage, Friday, July 21, 7:30 p.m. The acclaimed reimagining of “La Vie Boheme,” loosely based on Puccini’s opera and set on East Village streets, fire escapes, tenements, and cafes. This groundbreaking roller coaster ride depicting the joys and sorrows of an eclectic, diverse group of young artists and activists is always captivating. It’s performed at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $35, $30 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.
The Village of Rockville Centre will hold its annual Fireworks Celebration and Concert on Saturday, July 8, at Pette and Barasch Fields at 7:30 p.m. Please note viewing will not be permitted on Lister or Tighe Fields. Rain date: Sunday, July 9.
The Art Studio RVC invites all try something new. Learn a variety of art mediums and techniques, including drawing, sculpture, watercolor, painting, collage, mixed media, and more. Half-day sessions are 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 221 N. Long Beach Road, in Rockville Centre Visit TheArtStudioRVC.com for more information.
Village of Rockville Centre holds a lottery to rent one of eight bike lockers adjacent to the LIRR for a year on Tuesday, July 11. Price is $100 for a rental fee and $40 key deposit. To register email GFeiner@RVCNY.us or call (516)-678-9288 for more information.
The Rockville Centre Education Foundation’s 31st Annual Fundraising Gala honoring Rena Riback & Sharon
Sheppard Co-Founders of Sharon’s Pantry hosted at the RVC Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center was a great success. We thank our sponsors for sharing in our vision and supporting us with their generosity, to date, the Foundation has raised nearly $1,000,000! Through the contributions and efforts of our supporters, we continue to be able to raise funds to enrich the education of our Community’s greatest resource —our children.
We are extremely grateful for all your help making the 2023 Gala a memorable event.
David Hume Kennerly Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographer
BBS Architects, Landscape Architects & Engineers, PC
Better Home Health Care Agency
Central Office Administrators of RVC School District
Crown Ford
Debra Weiner, Weiner Wealth Mgmt Grp
Dr. Denise L. Emma, DDS
John Scala Photography
Adelphi University
Advance Formal Wear
Alka Yoshi, Author -The Henna Artist
Anti-Racism Project
Charles Schwab Corporation
CrossFit Seize the Day Curvebreakers
Artfull Image Photography
Assisi Veterinary Hospital
Barkville Centre & The Cassidy Family
Central Synagogue Beth-Emeth
Chester J Palmieri, DMD
Christine Ferramosca, SRS, RENEDouglas Elliman
Club Pilates Oceanside
Cohen's Fashion Optical
Crossroads Auto Leasing
Defusion Hair Salon
DeLutri Landscaping
Ellen Gerstein - Actor, Director
Emilia
Energy Fitness of Rockville Centre
Lamb & Barnosky, LLP
Lorrie and Dennis Brady
Madison Theatre at Molloy University
Masters & Company Florist
Peg McDonald Landscape Design
The Quilty Family
Dee and Cee Craft Inc - General Contractors
Donna and Matt Downing
Howard Wechsler Photography
Karen and Wayne Lipton
Liz and Peter Dion
Michael Lucchesi
NY Islanders
Rockville Centre Teachers Association
Evelyn Avila Familius.com
Ferring Delicatessen & Caterers
Front Street Bakery
George Martin Group
Hawkins Delafield & Wood
Hofstra University
Judy Sings Daily
King Kullen
Legacy Landscaping
Living Legends Memorabilia & Collectibles, Inc.
Livits Ayass Baskin PLLC
Mark and Meri Masin RVC Herald
Raymar Children’s Fund
Rockville Centre Board of Education
Rosemary Talkin and Theresa Brown, Daniel Gale Realty
RVC Friends of MLK Inc.
South Side High School Class of 1959
Rockville Links Club
St. John's University
Surface Grooves
Tara Hackett and Family
The Hendry Family
Total Wine & More
VDLT Wine Community
Louise Sattler - SigningFamilies.com
Lynne Lewis Cosmetics
Margaret McSweeney - Kitchen Chat TV
McDonough Electric, Inc.
Molloy University
Mur-Lee's
Music Together/whiletheyrelittle
Nancy and Stuart Richner
Natasha Sattler -Ethos Productions
O'Brien Family
Paradiso Pizzeria & Restaurant
Ridge Abstract Corp.
Sisterhood of Central Synagogue -Beth Emeth
Soggy Dollar Bar Jost Van Dyke
Sons Of A Butcher
South Side High School DECA
South Side High School PTA
The Anderson Agency Allstate Insurance
Tom Hanley - Fidelity Charitable DonorAdvised Fund
Trivia Hub
Valenti Pharmacy
Watson Elementary PTA
Yvette Gorman-Holmes & Greatness in Action Wellness Consulting
A very special thank you to the South Side High School Jazz Band who entertained us that evening and the student photographers who captured the evening in pictures.
The Rockville Centre Education Foundation Board of Directors appreciates the continued support of our many friends and patrons. Please support them with your patronage.
Academic Cloud Tutoring
Aesthetically Yours
Amin Tehrani
Associated Supermarket
Beautycounter - Karen Glynn
Blow Dye Salon
Chris Becconsall
Coquette Rockville Centre
Curbside Mexican Grill
Dara Blaker Piano Teacher, Music
Composer, Entrepreneur
Dario's Delia Garrity
Applebee's Bar & Grill
Art Flower & Gift Shoppe
Bigelow's
Blue Moon Restaurant
Bonefish Grill
Cabo A Taste of Mexico
Carvel - RVC
Chat Noir
Chipotle
City Winery
CJ's Coffee Shop
Cori's Kitchen Costco
Diamond Vision
Eat Better Meals
EFPR Group, CPAs, PLLC
Elements Therapeutic Massage
Flour Shoppe Cafe
Frasada Salon
Gabriela Guizzo
Gatsby on the Ocean
Grainne & Co.
H2O Nail & Spa
Heather Paccione - Pampered Chef Consultant
Jennifer Gilchrist-Fuentes
Krell & Associates, CPA PC
Leder's Jewelers
Liz Pryke
Long Island Children's Museum
Mad for Chicken
Maika Daughters Furniture
Transfers
Maple Lanes RVC
Melissa Barrett, PT
Orly Gadon
Pinnacle Golf Club
Dodici's
Dova Marder
Eden Total Skin Care
Edible Arrangements
EGP Oceanside
George Martin The Original Giftologist
Gino's
GM Burger Bar
Greektown
Greystone Delicatessen
Karen Putz
Kathleen Gonzalez
Kollner's Prime Meats, Inc.
Kookaburra Coffee Company
La Parma III
Matty's Toy Stop
Meta Osteria
Monaghan's
Naples Street Food
One Bead at a Time
Panera
Press 195
Radiant Skin and Laser
Richard Cruse Photographer
Rockville Bagels
Rockville Centre Recreation Center
Roman Nails
These pictures represent a sampling of the grants the Foundation has awarded.
Rockville Camera
Roman Nails
Sophia Grillo - SG Creative
South Side High School Wood Design
T & V Automotive Concepts, Inc.
Tavora Buchman
Thai Table
The Dover Group
The Village Framer
Trapeze School NY
Wild Ginger
Salsa Mexicana
SoBol RVC
Starbucks
Stew Leonard's
Stoosh Boutique
Sugarberry Bakery/Cafe
The Art Studio
Trader Joe's Village Cheese Shop
Vulcano 081
Wild Feast
The Rockville Centre Education Foundation’s 31st Annual Fundraising Gala.
U.S. Representative Andrew Garbarino, who represents New York’s second congressional district — one of the four districts on Long Island — has introduced a bill to help ensure the safety of boaters on and around Long Island.
The legislation, called the Brianna Lieneck Boating Safety Act of 2023, directs the United States Coast Guard to study and submit to Congress a report on recreational vessel operator education and training in order to improve boating safety and reduce the number of boating accidents that occur due to untrained boat operators.
The bill is named in honor of an 11-year-old girl — Brianna Lieneck — who was killed in a boating accident in 2005, when a boat driven by Steven Fleisher collided with Lieneck’s family’s boat in the Great South Bay. According to a news release from Garbarino’s office, Fleisher did not have a boating license when the event occurred. Brianna’s mother, Gina Lieneck, was injured in the accident and has since advocated for mandatory licenses for boaters.
“Many Long Islanders spend their summers enjoying boating and other water activities, but if we don’t proactively prioritize safety that’s when tragedies, like the one that befell the Lieneck family, happen,” Rep. Garbarino said in a statement. “According to a 2020 USCG report, boat operators who did not receive boating safety instruction were involved in 77% of fatal recreational boating acci-
dents nationwide. The Brianna Lieneck Boating Safety Act of 2023 will help eliminate these incidents and keep boaters on Long Island and around the country safe through education and training programs.”
According to Coast Guard statistics, there have been over 6000 boating deaths between 2012 and 2021, averaging between 560 and 760 deaths per year.
Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, a former
police officer and firefighter who represents New York’s fourth congressional district, has cosponsored the bill.
“Boating has long been a favorite pastime of Long Islanders as well as Americans across the country, and it is imperative that the federal government does more to ensure the safety of boaters,” Rep. D’Esposito said. “Regretfully, we have seen far too many preventable deaths caused by boaters operating ves-
sels under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In light of this history of tragedies, I am proud to co-sponsor the Brianna Lieneck Boating Safety Act of 2023, legislation that musters the capabilities of the federal government to review the current landscape of boater education programs which is an important step towards improving the programs and enhancing safety on the water.”
Rep. Nick LaLota, a Navy veteran who represents the first congressional district, also cosponsored the bill.
“As a Navy man, boater, and Long Islander, I understand that increasing boating education and safety training will go a long way to preventing injuries and fatalities like what happened to Brianna Lieneck,” Rep. LaLota said. “Our legislation will save lives and ensure that families can safely enjoy our waters. I am proud to join my Long Island colleagues in introducing this bill to keep more Americans safe.”
Elements of the bill would require the secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating to study and report to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure as well as the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation regarding recreational vessel operator training.
The full text of Rep. Garbarino’s bill can be found at tinyurl.com/GarbarinoBoatingBill.
–Michael Malaszczyk
Anthony Petrocelli never got to finish his senior year at South Side High School. He was first diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer, in 2017 and received treatment at the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital Oncology Department.
Sadly, he lost his battle with cancer and died prematurely in 2019, at the age of 16.
In his memory, his friends are hosting a blood drive on July 7 at the New York Blood Center, 290 Sunrise Highway in Rockville Centre, between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. to help raise awareness and support against this disease.
Petrocelli, who would have turned 21 next week, was a vibrant part of the South Side High School and Rockville Centre community. He loved spending time at the beach in Quogue, where he could usually be found surfing the waves. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and friends.
He never let his diagnosis interfere with his life as a teenager. He developed a strong bond with his friends, who lovingly called him, “Petro,” and were always by his side.
In his memory, many of his close friends have been putting in work towards turning years of grief into something more productive and meaningful. Inspired to take action to keep Petrocelli’s memory alive, his friends wanted to relish the things he loved most while increasing
Ewing Sarcoma is a cancerous tumor that grows in the bones or soft tissue — oftentimes around the legs, pelvis, ribs, arms or spine — and can spread to the lungs, bones and bone marrow.
While it is very rare, Ewing Sarcoma is considered the second most common type of bone cancer found in children in the United States. According to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, about 200 children and young adults are diagnosed with it each year.
While it is treatable and can be cured surgically in some cases, or through chemo and radiation therapy, teens between ages 15 and 19, have a lower survival rate of about 56 percent.
During his treatment, Petrocelli received many blood transfusions, which is what helped inspire his friends to create, “The Pints for Petro” blood drive event on July 7, which aims to try and help bring people together in memory of an amazing young man while increasing the blood bank supply.
In the United States, someone needs blood or platelets every two seconds, according to the American Red Cross, which encourages donations to help meet patient demands.
In keeping with Petro’s passion for surfing, all donors will be automatically entered into a sweepstakes for a stand up paddleboard.
–Daniel Offner
No matter the industry, businesses around the world are undergoing dramatic changes to the way they operate. From technology and skills development, to cultural barriers, self-care and mental health, every organization must adapt and evolve, or risk being left behind.
As we navigate a time of pivotal change, the Herald’s 2023 WE Summit presented by Bank of America brings together thought leaders, innovators and barrier-breaking women for conversations around this year’s theme: The Future is Now.
For more information about WE Summit or sponsorship opportunities, contact Amy Amato:
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice of Qualification of SureLock Safety, LLC. Authority filed with NY Dept. of State: 6/1/23. Office location: Nassau County. LLC formed in DE: 2/1/23. NY Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: FisherBroyles, LLP, 41 Front St., 2nd Fl., Rockville Centre, NY 11570. DE address of LLC: Cogency Global Inc., 850 New Burton Rd., Ste. 201, Dover, DE 19904. Cert. of Form. filed with DE Sec. of State, 401 Federal St., Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: any lawful activity.
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LEGAL NOTICE
REFEREE’S NOTICE OF
SALE IN FORECLOSURE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU
DEUTSCHE BANK
NATIONAL TRUST
COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF HSI
ASSET SECURITIZATION
CORPORATION TRUST
2006-HE2, Plaintiffagainst - MATTHEW P. ROBERTI A/K/A MATTHEW PAUL ROBERTI, et al
Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on June 19, 2019. 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 19th day of July, 2023 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre, Town
of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 30 Fonda Road, Rockville Centre, New York 11570. (Section: 36, Block: 363, Lot: 202)
Approximate amount of lien $1,060,130.14 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 608735/2018. Julianne Bonomo, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409
Dated: May 15, 2023 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 SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY KINECTA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff against VICTORIA FAUSTINI, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC, 7 Wells Street, Suite 205B, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure
and Sale entered May 16, 2023, 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 July 17, 2023 at 2:00
PM. Premises known as 74 Roxen Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570. Sec 36 Block 457-1 Lot 58. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village of Rockville Centre, County of Nassau and State of New York.
Approximate Amount of Judgment is $874,966.22 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 614354/2018. 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 Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure
Auctions will be held
“Rain or Shine.” Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee 22001823-01 140159
LEGAL NOTICE
Village of Rockville Centre Nassau County, New York
Notice of Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Date: July 12, 2023 Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 340 Rockville Centre Village
Code NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that the Board of Appeals of the Village of Rockville Centre will hold a Zoning Appeals
Hearing at the Eugene J. Murray Village Hall 1 College Place, Rockville Centre at 7:00 p.m.
LEGAL NOTICE July 12, 2023 at 7:00 PM Case # 11-2023
- Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Mulry
- Continued from May 3rd, 2023 To construct a one-story rear and side additions, second story rear addition and relocate one car attached garage with interior alterations with a side yard setback of 5.0 feet where 8.0 feet is the minimum required within a Residence A district. Premises known as 80 Roxen Road Case # 182023 - Peter & Jacqueline Agresta To construct a one-story side addition with proposed aggregate side yard setbacks 23.18 feet where 26.9 feet is the minimum required within a Residence A district lot. Premises known as 461 North Village Avenue Case # 19-2023 - Henry & Alyssa Davoli To construct a deck with a proposed lot coverage of 33.6% where 30.0% is the maximum allowable, impervious surface coverage of 46% where 45% is the maximum allowable, and a side yard setback of 6 feet 5 inches where 8.0 feet is the minimum required within a Residence A district. Premises known as 41 Powell Avenue Dated: June 28, 2023 BOARD OF APPEALS OF THE VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE, Rockville Centre, New York J. Robert Schenone, Chairman Patrick D. O’Brien, Secretary Information and records for appeals cases are available at the Office of the Secretary of the Board of Appeals, 110 Maple Avenue, RVC, NY 140539
asked. If something needed to be built, he would do all the work single-handedly, and he didn’t accept or expect money or accolades. He didn’t do it to get acknowledgement.”
Elmore enlisted in the Army when he was 18 and spent time in the reserves before joining the Air Force. After he moved to New York from his hometown in Kentucky, he joined the Navy as a craftsman with the Naval Construction Battalion. He spent a good deal of time on aircraft carriers, where he learned welding and carpentry.
When Elmore returned to civilian life, he joined the carpenters’ union and went to work for a company based outside the New York metropolitan area. He worked there until he was injured on the job in
1975. Following the injury, he worked for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Bridges and Tunnels until he retired in 2000.
He was predeceased by Gail, his wife of 52 years; his parents, Edward and Lilly; sisters Frances Lyons and Patsy Sager; and a brother, Bobby. He is survived by two siblings, Shirley and Louis; two children, Charles (Kami) and Nancy DiCeglio (Doug); and a grandson, Gavin.
Fire Department services were held on June 28 at the Thomas A. Glynn & Son Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service on June 29. After the services, Elmore was escorted to the Calverton National Cemetery in Suffolk County.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in his honor.
BOOKKEEPER/ OFFICE MANAGER: Small Merrick CPA Firm Seeks PT Bookkeeper/ Office Manager 4 Mornings/ Week. Individual Must Have Knowledge Of Payroll Taxes, Sales Taxes, General Ledger + Bank Reconciliations. Knowledge Of Tax Software Helpful. Prior CPA Firm Experience Preferred. Call 516-379-1663, Email Resume jacobsandco@optonline.net
CIRCULATION ASSOCIATE Full Time/Part Time
Richner Communications, publisher of Herald community newspapers has an excellent opportunity for a FT/PT Customer Service Clerk in our busy Circulation Department. Basic customer service and administrative responsibilities include: heavy computer work, answering phones, making phone calls, entering orders, faxing, filing, etc.
STRONG knowledge of EXCEL a must! Knowledge of DATABASE maintenance or postal regulations a big plus. Qualified Candidates must be computer literate, able to multitask, dependable, reliable, organized, energetic, detail oriented and able to work well under deadlines. For consideration, please send resume & salary requirements to: careers@liherald.com
CLERK FULL TIME
Needed For Garden City Law Firm. Responsibilities Include Filing, Ordering And Stocking Office Supplies, Mail Distribution, Photocopying, Scanning, And Errands To Banks, Post Office And Courts. Must Have A Vehicle And Valid N.Y. Driver License. Please Email Resume To mjagnandan@albaneselegal.com Or Call 516-248-7000 Ext.2212
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Full Time and Part Time Positions Available! Busy Print Shop in Garden City is Hiring Immediately for Full Time and Part Time Drivers. Must Have a Clean License and BoxTruck Driving Experience. Hours Vary, Night Availability is a Must.
Please Email Resume to careers@liherald.com or Call (516)569-4000 x239
Richner Communications, One of the Fastest Growing Media, Event and Communications Companies on Long Island is Seeking a Sales/Marketing Candidate to Sell our Print Media Products and our Digital, Events, Sponsorships. Salary, Commission, Eligible for Health Benefits, 401k and Paid Time Off.
Will Consider Part Time.
Please Send Cover Letter and Resume with Salary Requirements to rglickman@liherald.com or Call 516-569-4000 X250
PRESS-ROOM/WAREHOUSE HELP
Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME Pressroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for a motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com
RECEPTIONIST P/T
Busy Cedarhurst Office
Sundays & Some Week Days
Answering Phones, Filing, And Scheduling Appointments Must Be Computer Literate Call 516-374-1010
SEWING MACHINE OPERATOR/ CANVAS FABRICATOR For Foreman Position. Experience a Must. Awning Company. Call/Text Tommy 516-250-8094; tgawnings@aol.com Send Resume
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EDITOR/REPORTER
The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team!
This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business. Historically, reporters who have launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry.
To apply: Send a brief summary in the form of a cover letter describing your career goals and what strengths you can bring to our newsroom, along with a resume and three writing samples to mhinman@liherald.com
LINE COOK: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 10am-6pm. Sandwiches/ Salads. Beach Restaurant. Great Summer
Job. 516-835-2819
MACHINE PROGRAMMER/ MACHINE OPERATOR
Will Train
*Math Skills Helpful.
*Work In A Machine Shop. Northfield Precision Instruments
Phone 516-431-1112 Ask For Charles.
E-mail Resume sales@northfield.com
MULTI MEDIA
ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT
Inside Sales
Looking for an aggressive self starter who is great at making and maintaining relationships and loves to help businesses grow by marketing them on many different advertising platforms. You will source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls. Must have the ability to understand customer needs and requirements and turn them in to positive advertising solutions. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in a quick sales cycle environment. We offer salary, commission, bonuses, health benefits, 401K and paid time off. Will consider part time. Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to ereynolds@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000 X286
The Merrick Before/After School Program is preparing for the 2023-24 school year. We require mature individuals to provide
CEDARHURST BA, 332B Peninsula Blvd, Move Right Into This Updated 3 Br, 2.5 Bth Coop Townhouse. LR, DR, Gran/Wood Kit w/ Stainless Steel Appl. Trex Deck Off LR.Primary Ste Features Updtd Bth & WIC. Att Gar Plus 1 Pkg Spot incl in Maintenance. W/D in Unit.Pull Down Attic.SD#15. Convenient to Shops, Trans & Houses of Worship...$449,000 Ronnie Gerber, Douglas Elliman 516-238-4299
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HEWLETT BAY PARK BA .190
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Q. We’ve been homeowners for three years, and from Day One we wanted to open the kitchen to this strange back room that steps down and has two different roofs with different angles. The room steps down from the kitchen, and then steps down again to the second half. Both roofs are very low pitched, with low ceilings, and we want to change the addition so we can make the kitchen bigger, and have an island and one floor level for everything. We have a lot of questions, like whether we need a permit (because the seller already got one), whether we can raise the roof to be close to the upstairs windows, how close we can go, and whether you would recommend a deck and sliding glass doors, or a patio with concrete stairs to the backyard?
A. It sounds like a mishmash of ideas and avoiding a professional went into this addition to begin with. It also sounds like the two rooms were built at different times, with different roofs. Saving money means doing things twice, and you’ll definitely need a permit for the work.
The roofs have to come off, and I generally try to keep the roof approximately six inches below the window trim or frame. The key is to avoid average snow buildup at the windows, while allowing for snow clearing if the windows start to be blocked by deeper snow. Usually, snow will melt from heat escape at the windows, but deeper snow will turn to ice, and freeze you in from emergency escape, and create the potential for water leakage at the windowsill when the ice melts.
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Work with an architect or engineer. Get the project done professionally with permits. I’ll have more about door sizes and decks vs. patios next week. Good luck!
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Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan famously said that “being Irish means knowing that somewhere, somehow, the world is going to break your heart.”
The sports world equivalent of this Irish fatalism is being a Mets fan. I say this with all the authority of someone who has stood with the Mets since their opening day of spring training in 1962. That inaugural Mets team went on to lose a modern-era record 120 games — a record that still stands, and that was immortalized by New York’s classic wordsmith and blue-collar raconteur, Jimmy Breslin, in his masterful work “Can’t Anybody Here Play This Game?”
In fairness to the ’62 Mets, however, there was no reason to expect an expansion team to do well, since its roster comprised players rejected by all the other teams in the major leagues. Just seven years later, the 1969 Mets, under the leadership of manager Gil Hodges, stunned the baseball world by defeating the heavily favored Baltimore Orioles in the World
Series. A dynasty was born!
Or so Mets fans thought.
Instead, what we hoped would be a dynasty came undone. Johnny Murphy, the Mets’ general manager and the chief architect of the championship team, died of a heart attack in 1970. Then, in April 1972, Hodges, the team’s heart, soul and unquestioned leader, suffered a massive heart attack and died.
Except for a late-season surge that got the Mets into the 1973 World Series, their fans had to endure more than a decade of mediocre, losing baseball. Nothing personified the fans’ frustration and despair during those uninspiring days and years more than the front-office decision in 1976 to trade away Tom Seaver, perhaps the greatest pitcher of his era, for nonentities. That was a white flag of surrender.
Our hopes rose again in the early 1980s, when Frank Cashen took over as general manager, creating an outstanding farm system that produced the likes of Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry, and making trades for future Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter and MVP first baseman Keith Hernandez. This time Mets fans were convinced that a dynasty had been created, as the squad, under
Manager Wally Backman, finished a close second in the National League East in 1985, won a classic World Series over the Red Sox in ’86, finished second again in ’87 and captured a division title in ’88.
But this bubble burst as well, with the precipitous decline of superstars Gooden and Strawberry, brought on by cocaine addiction.
oOur hopes soared yet again in 1992, when the Mets gave mega-dollar contracts to stars including Bobby Bonilla, Vince Coleman, Bret Saberhagen and Eddie Murray. Pre-season experts had the Mets winning it all. Instead, the “Best Team Money Could Buy” failed miserably, winning only 72 games and finishing in fifth place in the NL East.
Fast-forward to 2015 and 2016, when the team assembled a young pitching staff of Matt Harvey, Jacob deGrom, Noah Syndergaard and Steven Matz, which appeared to have unmatched and limitless potential. Once more, we Mets fans were thinking dynasty. Instead, the star hurlers were all beset by arm injuries, and now they are no longer even with the team.
This year it was all going to be different. Building off last season’s 101 wins, owner Steve Cohen added future Hall of
Fame pitcher Justin Verlander to a staff headed by another future Hall shoo-in, Max Scherzer, and the incomparable reliever Edwin Diaz. Combined with slugger Pete Alonso, batting champion Jeff McNeil and established stars Francisco Lindor, Brandon Nimmo and Starling Marte, this seemed to guarantee at least a solid playoff berth, if not a pennant and a World Series title. Expectations were the highest they have been in years.
Instead, Diaz wrecked his knee celebrating a victory by Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic, and Verlander and Scherzer were sidelined by injuries, and still aren’t pitching near what was expected of them. The team’s hitting has yet to get untracked, and the bullpen has no depth. Bottom line: As of last Friday, the Mets were in next-to-last place in the N.L. East, 17-1/2 games behind the firstplace Atlanta Braves.
I know the season is barely half over, and miracles happen. But it looks like another disappointing summer ahead of us. How many times can the Mets break their fans’ hearts? Pat Moynihan might as well have been talking about our team. As for me, I’m afraid I’ll never learn. I’m hanging in there.
Let’s go, Mets!
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Ihave begun to worry about malaria, and I’m taking malaria prophylaxis, even though I’m not about to leave for a safari or the wilds of Myanmar anytime soon.
I’ll wager, right now, that I am the only non-traveling person in our entire reading area who is taking malaria prophylaxis. The disease is not endemic to the U.S., so why take a preventive? (Explanation to follow.)
RANDI KREISS
Even those who don’t venture beyond the bridges and tunnels, and don’t fancy foreign travel, know there are places in this world where the Anopheles mosquito carries malaria.
It threatens 3.4 billion people, half the world’s population, almost all of whom live in developing countries. The disease killed some 650,000 people last year. You get a bite, a few days later your fever spikes and you begin to shake with bone-rattling chills. In many countries, there is no treatment available; people suffer and die.
Here on Long Island, we have relatively benign mosquitoes that crash our backyard barbecues, tormenting those who forget to use repellent. For decades they have been no more than a nuisance. But recent-
ly (and this is what got me thinking), there has been serious concern about the mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus, a disease the bugs contract from infected birds.
Last week, in an effort to mitigate that threat, Nassau County sprayed vast tracts of the South Shore during the overnight hours. Go, big government!
In the past, there have actually been small, isolated outbreaks of malaria in the U.S., caused by healthy mosquitoes biting sick people who carried the malaria parasites from their travels. The mosquitoes then bit other humans, spreading the disease. Those outbreaks were all easily contained, because we have a relatively efficient public health system.
While West Nile is a homegrown problem and our government is effectively addressing the threat, malaria is out of control in many areas of India, Southeast Asia and Africa.
We’re planning a trip to India and Africa later this year. Our doctor is adamant about requiring malaria prophylaxis. The best choice is Malarone, he says. Unfortunately, Malarone and I have a history. Several years ago, I took it when I traveled to Cambodia. On the fifth day of taking the pill, I got really sick. I figured it was the pill, and stopped taking it. I felt better with-
in hours, and I didn’t get malaria, although I traveled for two more weeks through India. This led me to the logically flawed conclusion that I don’t need protection from malaria.
The doctor believes I may have gotten sick from something other than the medication. So he suggested I take Malarone for 10 days while I’m home and safe in my own neighborhood. Thus, the malaria prophylaxis. So far, so good. If the test goes well, I’ll take the pills every day during the trip. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, even the prophylaxis is only 90 percent effective, and travelers who visit African game parks are advised to wear cover-up clothing and to use repellant with DEET.
All this anticipatory medication has made me rethink the entire enterprise of foreign travel these days, especially to places like India and Africa. Fear of mosquitoes, I realize, is a metaphor for all the dangers of such travel. When I read the newspaper, I realize that malaria is probably the least-worst thing that might happen on a trip to sub-Saharan Africa. Is there a vaccine against al-Shabaab?
It’s easy to make the argument for staying stateside. And some of our friends and
Randi is on a brief leave. This column was originally published Sept. 4-10, 2014.
family are urging us to reconsider our plans. Here at home we have clean food, pure water and relatively safe streets. There is good oversight of public services and infrastructure and transportation. Our doctors are well trained and available. There’s no Ebola.
On the other hand, you probably won’t see a rhino in the wild unless you travel, and you definitely won’t see Cape Horn or the lemurs of Madagascar.
I think the desire to travel beyond the I-95 corridor, the willingness to put up with inconvenience and risk and cost and medications, has to do with one’s basic philosophy of life. Or perhaps it’s just foolishness; I’m not sure which. Maybe it even has to do with one’s sense of mortality. We can play it safe, or we can seek out new experiences. I find myself thinking about people who live in Mumbai or Mombasa, and I want to see what their lives look like up close. I want to see the colors of another culture. I want to see the children’s faces.
After all, you and I won’t get to do this dance again. While we’re out on the floor, shouldn’t we kick up our heels?
Copyright 2023 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.
All this medication has me rethinking the entire enterprise of foreign travel.
nce again, a team with so much promise is near the bottom of the NL East.
Fireworks are a fun summer spectacle the whole family can enjoy. Millions across the country gathered to watch these colorful displays light up the night sky last weekend and on Tuesday, and similar shows will continue all summer.
Unlike some other parts of the country, however, New York does not allow the purchase or use of fireworks by anyone who is not a licensed professional with a permit.
Not that this law stops anyone, however. It may be illegal to buy, use, sell or transport fireworks in the state, but it’s not hard to make a quick run to a nearby state like Pennsylvania or Massachusetts, where buying them is legal, and simply bring them back home.
“I know many New Yorkers are eager to celebrate Independence Day this year, but we must ensure our celebrations are safe and fun,” New York Secretary of State Robert Rodriguez has said. “Around this holiday, the biggest threats to safety are very close to home. The Fourth of July is one of the holidays with the highest number of accidents.”
No matter how they’re obtained, these pyrotechnics can be extremely dangerous. Every year, nearly 10,000 people around the country — many between ages 20 and
To the Editor:
It’s no secret that over the last several years, Albany’s one-party rule has been taking the state in the wrong direction. Higher taxes, increased spending, new mandates, and policies that favor criminals over community safety are just some of the actions forced on Long Islanders by Gov. Kathy Hochul, the New York City politicians who control the State Legislature and their supporters in Albany.
Fighting for our communities and standing up for the issues that matter most to us is exactly why I wanted to serve as a state senator. Throughout the 2023 legislative session, that’s exactly what our team did.
We began the year by introducing the Rescue New York agenda — a comprehensive plan that provides sensible, commonsense solutions to fix the serious problems confronting our state. The plan would make New York safer, stronger, more affordable and more free. It would repeal the disastrous, broken cashless bail law that created a revolving door for criminals and prioritized them over law-abiding residents. It
24 — are treated for fireworks-related injuries. That’s one every hour of every day. The injuries can range from minor to severe burns and lacerations to the loss of limbs and, in rare cases, even death. While the use of firecrackers, bottle rockets, roman candles, spinners and other fireworks is illegal and highly discouraged, there are still far too many people willing to take the risk. That’s why the state’s Division of Consumer Protection advises anyone handling fireworks take necessary safety precautions:
■ Follow instructions on the packaging.
■ Keep a supply of water nearby.
■ Light only one firework at a time.
■ Never attempt to relight a “dud.”
■ Never, under any circumstances, point or throw fireworks toward anything or anyone.
In some parts of the state, groundmounted and handheld sparklers — known for their shower of colored sparks and crackling sound — are permitted outdoors, provided they meet guidelines governing the amount of pyrotechnic material inside. But that doesn’t mean these sparklers are harmless and safe for children to use. They can heat up to 800
degrees — hot enough to melt gold — and can easily set fire to clothing or hair.
In Nassau County, it is illegal to use, possess or sell fireworks — including sparklers. Doing so without a permit can be punishable as a misdemeanor or felony, and can include fines of $1,000 or more, and possibly even jail time.
Not only are fireworks illegal to use and own, but they are also a nuisance for neighbors and pets. Loud noises can traumatize animals, and in some instances even set off car alarms. The incendiary devices can also lead to property damage and fires in addition to injuries.
Let’s face it, nobody wants to spend a summer night in the emergency room — or weeks of the summer in a hospital burn unit. Parents should talk with their children about the hazards that can occur when handling illegal fireworks.
To protect yourself and your family, celebrate responsibly by attending one of the dozens of licensed fireworks displays conducted by professionals across Long Island.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder also remind all of us that in the event that illegal fireworks are taking place in your neighborhood, call your local police precinct.
each June, the LGBTQ+ community proudly celebrates our strength, unity and visibility during Pride month. From Hewlett to the Hamptons, Long Islanders joined their LGBTQ+ neighbors once again last month to honor our historic struggle for equality.
As usual, Long Island and New York showed up for Pride, but for many in our community, this year felt different.
A wave of bills targeting our rights have garnered widespread attention and outrage, sparking a dangerous rise in anti-LGBTQ+ incidents locally and nationally. According to the American Civil Liberties Union, nearly 500 such bills have been introduced in state legislatures so far this year.
In contrast, New York leaders are taking meaningful action on behalf of our community. Flanked by queer icons and elected officials from across the state, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation into law that will safeguard protections for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers – just moments
before marching in one of the world’s largest Pride celebrations.
While state leaders remain steadfast in their support, a largely unknown fight over our rights is currently playing out in federal courts, and it could have a devastating impact on the health of LGBTQ+ people here on Long Island.
In March, a decision by a federal judge in Texas, in Braidwood Management v. Becerra, ripped away nocost preventive health care from over 150 million Americans. If the decision is allowed to stand, health insurers will no longer be required to cover preventive screenings for serious conditions including HIV, cancer and heart disease.
In particular, the decision struck down access to PrEP, a life-saving medication that reduces the risk of contracting HIV from sex by 99 percent. PrEP is a key prevention strategy for ending the HIV epidemic in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Siding with the plaintiffs — a group of anti-LGBTQ+ business owners — the judge found that the Affordable Care Act’s coverage of PrEP violates religious freedom, which will allow individual
insurers to deny access to it.
The Braidwood ruling came a month before the entire Long Island congressional delegation voted for a default plan that could have put 2.3 million New Yorkers at risk of losing access to Medicaid.
Both the Braidwood decision and the nation’s neardefault on its debt make clear that Long Islanders’ care is under attack. Unfortunately, when given the chance to show independence and protect vital health services, U.S. Reps. George Santos, Anthony D’Esposito, Nick LaLota and Andrew Garbarino instead fell in line with the House leadership’s devastating proposal.
This is a critical moment for the LGBTQ+ community, and the changes brought on by Braidwood present an existential crisis. Our community is disproportionately affected by HIV infections. Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health found that the ruling could result in more than 2,000 entirely preventable HIV infections in the next year.
Here on Long Island, access to PrEP is crucial. Recent reports show that Nassau and Suffolk counties have the highest suburban rates of HIV infection in the state. A staggering 5,300 Long Islanders
would also cut taxes for residents, control state spending, and create jobs by improving New York’s worst-in-the-nation business climate.
This plan is essential to change many of the factors that are leading New York in the wrong direction — reckless criminal justice policies, runaway spending, and high taxes — and we will continue to fight for its passage.
We protected our suburban quality of life and worked in a bipartisan manner to defeat Hochul’s plan to override local zoning laws and force the construction of high-density, highrise housing within a half-mile radius of Long Island Rail Road stations. Under this proposal, residents of single-family would have seen apartment buildings put up next to their houses, eliminating our communities’ ability to determine for themselves how they grow, and virtually destroying the suburban character of our neighborhoods — the very reason many of us decided to live here in the first place.
Faced with the latest state budget in 13 years and spending that has increased by 35 percent under one-party rule in just five years, we spoke out, and voted against some other completely misguided proposals that are moving the state in the wrong direction, including Hochul’s plan to ban natural gas in newly constructed homes; congestion pricing, which is just another tax on commuters; the Clean Slate Act, which enables convicted felons to hide their criminal backgrounds; public financing of campaigns; legislation providing free health care benefits to illegal immigrants; and radical changes in election laws and the way Long Islanders cast their votes in local elections.
We continued the fight for more affordable water for South Shore residents by introducing legislation to provide state funding for the South Nassau Water Authority to fulfill its mission to study, negotiate and report on a possible transition from Liberty Water, a private, for-profit company, to public water so voters can make an informed decision — just as the
by Tim Bakerlive with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis.
If the Braidwood ruling is allowed to stand, many LGBTQ+ Long Islanders, especially those struggling to make ends meet, people of color and people with disabilities, will instead decide to forgo basic preventive services like PrEP simply because they can no longer afford them. While 66 percent of eligible white people in America are prescribed PrEP, just 16 percent of eligible Hispanics and 9 percent of eligible Blacks are prescribed the lifesaving drug. The Braidwood ruling will inevitably worsen existing disparities in New York and on Long Island.
Legal experts have highlighted that the Braidwood case was brought on by opponents of the ACA. Despite 79 percent of Americans supporting no-cost preventive care, Republicans in Congress continue to wage a war against the ACA, even as 214,000 New Yorkers rely on it.
On Long Island, we need Santos, D’Esposito, Garbarino and LaLota to stand up against this dangerous and deeply unpopular ruling. If they don’t, LGBTQ+ Long Islanders and our families will have to fight for our right to access life-saving health care next Pride Month.
David Kilmnick, Ph.D., is the president and founder of the New York LGBT Network, and assistant professor and chair of the Online MSW Program at the University of South Florida.
state is already providing for the North Shore Water Authority for the same purpose.
We successfully delivered-much needed funding for local food banks to address food insecurity in our communities, a serious problem that is being worsened by sky-high inflation that is driving up food prices.
These are just a few of the actions we took this year
to put our state back on the right track. The session may be over, but our work isn’t done. We will continue standing up for the issues that matter most to our communities and hard-working taxpayers.
Rhoads, a Republican, represents the 5th Senate District
our state leaders are supportive, but it’s another story in the federal courts.DaViD kiLmniCk STATE SEN. STEVE RHOADS
