By MoHAMED FARGHAlY mfarghaly@liherald.com
The Rockville Centre Public Library will receive a lift from the state, which has earmarked more than $98,000 in aid — mainly for the replacement of the library’s hydraulic elevator.
Despite the recent deadline issued by U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Martin Glenn, giving the Diocese of Rockville Centre until Oct. 31 to try to resolve the nearly 600 child sex abuse claims against it, two federal district court judges ordered this month that 100 of the cases be sent back to state courts.
On Aug. 10, U.S. District Court Judge Gary R. Brown ordered 42 of the nearly 224 cases in the Eastern District of New York to be remanded from bankruptcy proceedings to state courts, having
shown little progress toward a solution over the past three years.
“Critics of the law have long decried unimaginable delays and costs that can arise from excessive litigative wrangling,” Brown stated in his order. “Such waits can range from the intolerable to the unconscionable.”
Following Brown’s decision, U.S. District Court Judge Joan Azrack ordered on Aug. 17 that an additional 58 cases be remanded to state courts, based on Brown’s decision. That leaves 124 cases yet to be decided, while
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The funding — which also will be set aside for other equipment at the library, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection/ alarm support systems — is part of the State Education Department’s efforts to support 197 public libraries and systems statewide by allocating $34 million for construction and renovation projects.
Assemblyman Brian Curran unveiled the allocation of state funding that will support construction projects at several local libraries, including Rockville Centre. The capital funding, which was provided in the 2022–23 state budget, will also be dedicated to helping libraries in Baldwin, Malverne, Oceanside and Freeport.
“I am very pleased to
announce that five of our local libraries will be receiving muchneeded funds to renovate,” Curran said. “Local libraries are invaluable to our communities, as centers for not only reading, but learning and exploration as well. Many happy memories are made in local libraries, and I cannot wait to see how they put these funds to great use to better our community.”
Renovation projects, such as the one in Rockville Centre, which are designed to provide accessibility for patrons with disabilities, are a high priority, officials said. Priority is also given to projects that will extend library services to residents in geographically isolated and economically disadvantaged and distressed communities.
“On behalf of the library board of trustees and library staff, I would like to thank Assemblyman Curran for his support in securing $98,469 for the library through the New York State Public Library Construction Grant Program,” Cath-
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More than 300 kids and parents gathered outside of the Rockville Centre Public Library on Friday for Heroes Day — a highly anticipated event that gives local children a chance to learn and experience first-hand the duties and responsibilities of first responders.
“Everyone had a terrific time exploring the fire trucks, police car and ambulance,” Cathy Overton, the director of the Rockville Centre Public Library, said in an email. “Special thanks to RVC’s bravest and finest — our police officers, volunteer firefighters and EMTs — for making it such a special day for our community!
Jennifer Marino, the head of the library’s youth services, said that the event began during the summer reading program in 2015. The theme that year was “Every Hero has a story,” when Librarian Jen Rebmann saw the opportunity to host a “real heroes day” with local firefighters and police officers.
“It was such a success that first year, that we decided to keep having it and it has grown every years,” Marino said. “It’s become a highlight of the summer and both kids and adults really enjoy themselves.”
Marino told the Herald in a previous interview that the event also helps break the ice for kids who want to grow up to be firefighters or police officers, by providing a much calmer atmosphere to experience certain things, such as riding in an ambulance or fire truck, when its not an emergency.
During the annual event on Friday morning, volunteers with the Rockville Centre Fire Department and the Rockville Centre Police Department gave kids and parents a tour of the vehicles, and even let them use some of the instruments inside, including the sirens and radios.
“Jen Marino and the Library directors put a lot of time and effort into this,” Michael Lucchesi, a member of the Rockville Centre Library Board of Trustees and candidate for Nassau County Legislator, said. “The kids love it and that’s what’s important.”
Some kids even dressed the part, putting on helmets while volunteers with the Junior Fire Department put on their weighted gear and equipment to demonstrate how they prepare for a fire.
“I think that Heroes Day is a wonderful event for our village,” Rockville Centre Mayor Francis Murray said. “Defender Hose Company No. 1 and Floodlight Rescue Company No. 1 are here teaching kids about firematics and how to use the different equipment.”
Members of Defender Hose Company
No. 1 hooked up a line to a nearby hydrant to give kids a chance to use the hose, while firefighters and EMTs with Floodlight Company gave tours of the ambulance and explained how the different equipment operates.
The Rockville Centre Police Department also showed parents and kids around one of the police vehicles and even let them use the siren, and when they got out, gave the kids free pencils and bookmarks.
Police and fire units responded on Aug. 14 to a house fire along Hamilton Street.
Police units responded to an alarm on Aug. 17 at Bargain Liquors. Upon arrival, officers found a broken door where unknown subjects made entry. The owner responded to the scene and reported merchandise was stolen from the shelves.
A resident of Linden Street reported on Aug. 14, someone stole property from his unlocked vehicle while parked in his driveway.
An employee of Rockville Centre Brushless Car Wash reported on Aug. 15, someone stole a security camera and damaged computer equipment outside of his place of business.
The manager of Enterprise Rent-a-Car reported on Aug. 16, someone stole a registration plate from a vehicle parked in the business parking lot.
A customer of Public Storage reported
on Aug. 16, someone stole property from his locked storage unit.
Police units responded to Mercy Medical Center on Aug. 19 for a reported victim of a stabbing. The incident occurred on Terrace Avenue in Hempstead. The Hempstead Police Department is investigating.
A resident of Maple Avenue reported on Aug. 16, she was yelled at by another resident of her apartment building causing her annoyance and alarm.
An employee of Mercy Medical Center reported on Aug. 16, she was threatened by a patient causing her annoyance and alarm.
A customer of Chase Bank reported on Aug. 16, she was approached by someone stating thumbtacks were under the rear tires of her car and she helped her remove them to distract the customer so a third party could attempt to steal property from her vehicle. No property was stolen.
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.
In remembrance of the terrorist attacks that took place on Sept. 11, 2001, the Village of Rockville Centre will gather with first responders, families, scouts, and veterans at 7 p.m. on Sunday, September 17 for a solemn ceremony in front of the 9/11 memorial at the village green on Maple Avenue.
Before the ceremony, a special Mass
will be held at the St. Agnes Cathedral, 29 Quealy Place, at 5 p.m.
Village of Rockville Centre
Sunday, Sept. 17 7 p.m.
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Rockville Centre Little League’s 10-andunder, 11-and-under, and 12-and-under teams each won the title of District 30 champions this season.
The 10-and-under Williamsport team was undefeated in District 30, with a 3-0 record to finish the season. RVC defeated Lynbrook (8-1) on June 25, followed by a (5-1) win over Oceanside, and a (10-2) victory over Lynbrook in the championship match on July 7.
The 11-and-under Williamsport team started districts at Hickey Field with a tough loss to Oceanside (3-2), but battled back to win against Long Beach (10-0), Baldwin (20-0), and then came back to beat Oceanside (1-0). In the district championship match, the RVC Little League 11u team took home the title with a hard-fought (3-2) victory over Oceanside.
The 12-and-under Williamsport team
RVC Little League 11u
Coach Serge Rosa, top left, Sonny Rosa, Wes Garson, Coach Brian Coffey, Jackson Stone, Ricky Hennig, Coach Rick Hennig, Jack Cameron, Gabe Knox, and Coach Danny Garcia; and Peter Browne, bottom left, Laker Garcia, Liam Coffey, John Griffo,
defeated Freeport (14-0) and Lynbrook (11-5) on the road to becoming D30 champions. While the team lost in the first championship game (6-3), the RVC Little League 12u team rallied back to defeat Oceanside (9-2) at Greis Park in Lynbrook, in an unexpected two-day match that was delayed due to rain.
Despite having been eliminated in the sectional round, every player on the teams showed the level of tenacity and skill necessary to compete at the highest level and they had a great time while doing it.
All of the coaches are very proud of the teams for all of their success and are grateful to the parents and members of the RVC Little League for the opportunity to coach these incredible young athletes.
RVC Little League 10u Coach Mike Smyth,
Manager Mike Bifulco (Manager), Coach John Cosica, and Coach Tim Eckman (not pictured); and players Chase Aiello, top left, Ben
–Daniel Offner
Photos courtesy Tom Stone
BEST ADULT ED-CONTINUING EDUCATION & BEST COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY: Molloy University
1000 Hempstead Ave, Rockville Centre (516) 323-3000
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With more than 50 academic undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degree programs at Molloy, a multidimensional college committed to student success. Small classes allow students to think critically, explore their creativity and engage in a more focused group. Combining leadership, academic excellence and passionate mentoring, students are able to thrive. From international studies, service opportunities and more than 60 clubs and honor societies, internships, NCAA Division II sports teams and so much more.
BEST BEAUTY SCHOOL:
Nassau BOCES Joseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center
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A key resource in the state, Nassau BOCES offers life changing state-of-the-art programs for students of all ages with any ability. It is a cost-effective way to gain an education in specific fields and gain hands-on experience that is useful for future careers. They also have a Long Island High School for the Arts, special education programs and even outdoor education.
BEST DRIVING SCHOOL: Prosperity Auto Driving School, Inc.
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The knowledgeable, highly skilled and patient instructors at Prosperity Auto Driving School can teach you and your loved ones how to drive safely and defensively. They are specialized in nervous and first-time beginner students. From private 45-minute lessons and refresher courses, to pre-licensing class, written/road test services, free road test evaluation and free door to door service with each lesson available 7 days a week.
BEST COLLEGE PREP SERVICES & ADVISORS: Pinnacle College Consultants
173 Woodbine Rd, Roslyn Heights (516) 484-0629
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The mission of Pinnacle College Consultants is to empower high school students to excel in the college or job application process. Through one-on-one coaching, students are taught the life skills required to make the best first impression via a written essay or resume or face-to-face interview. All of their services begin with brand positioning—helping the student develop their unique “elevator speech” or personal story to convey to colleges or potential employers.
BEST CHARTER / PAROCHIAL / PRIVATE SCHOOL:
Lawrence Woodmere Academy
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Lawrence Woodmere Academy, established over a century ago, offers all the benefits of a private school at an affordable cost from preschool to 12th grade. The academy offers one on one college prep and placement, a 5:1 student to faculty ratio in classes meaning that each student receives individualized attention. Their curriculum is part of the world renowned “Project Lead the Way” and the school culture is racially, ethnically and socio-economically diverse, with each student’s needs being met.
BEST LEARNING CENTER / TUTOR:
Cornerstone Behavioral Services
136 Washington Ave, Cedarhurst (516) 569-0808
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Cornerstone Behavioral Services was started by Nicole Iannarone, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Nicole has worked with a wide array of learners and has been successful in treating challenging behaviors as well as helping learners develop language skills. . Their team of Bachelors Level Behavior Therapists, Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and Board Certified Behavior Analysts possess a well rounded understanding of behavior analysis and techniques.
BEST DAY CARE:
Five Towns Early Learning Center
112 Wahl Ave, Inwood (516) 239-4660
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Five Towns is one of the oldest child care centers in Nassau County, established in the 1930s as a private care center. The center has cared for the children of working parents for well over 70 years, providing stimulation, education, breakfast and afternoon snacks and so much more. They have also created a scholarship fund with the support of the local community
BEST NURSERY SCHOOL:
Bellmore United Methodist Nursery School
2657 Clarendon Ave, Bellmore (516) 221-1220
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Bellmore United Methodist’s goal is to provide an environment that is stimulating and engaging that way children develop socialization skills and confidence. Children are meant to feel good about themselves and want to go to school. The faculty focuses on ensuring that their first school experience is positive and enjoyable. For pre-kindergarten students there are additional enrichment classes from language and literature to science and math and more.
By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com
Getting back to the national championship stage and winning it are lofty goals, but Nassau Community College football coach Jamel Ramsay wouldn’t have it any other way.
“Last season was a bit of a rebuild with some guys who hadn’t played ball for two years,” Ramsay said. “Our defense kept us close every week, but we didn’t put everything together some games. We still finished ranked in the top five and now we’re looking to get back to the championship game and win it.”
The Lions went 6-4 with three one-score defeats in 2022. This year’s schedule features many of the usual suspects and Ramsay is excited about the return of Navy prep and Army prep to the slate. “Those two games are really good tests and experiences for our guys,” he said. “I like the schedule much more than last year’s.”
Four of Nassau’s first five games are home at Mitchel Athletic Complex. The Lions open Sept. 2 against Monroe College and close the month Sept. 30 against Hocking College. The lone trip of September is to Hudson Valley C.C. on the 16th.
Some new key faces to the offense are former Nassau County high school standouts Kevon Hall (Roosevelt running back) and William Pickett (South Side quarterback.)
In 2018, Hall captured the Thorp Award, given to the most outstanding player in the county. He rushed for
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over 2,000 yards and scored 22 touchdowns for the Rough Riders as a senior. “Everyone knows who Kevon is,” Ramsay said. “He’s a definite game-changer even though he hasn’t played a snap in two years. He has a lot of tools and he’ll be raring to go game one.”
Pickett is a dual-threat quarterback who played one season at Cortland and was redshirted in 2022. Ramsay said he recruited Pickett out of high school and is “overly excited” to see him get to work. “He brings a combination of tenacity, speed and power,” Ramsay said. “Most
people think of someone’s legs when they talk about dual-threat quarterbacks, but Will can really throw the ball. He has big-time leadership qualities and the sky’s the limit.”
Ramsay believes the offensive line is one of the Lions’ top position groups. It includes Jordy Garcia, Kasper Borawski, Matthew Blanco, Christian Sollecito, Ethan Bonachi, Kenroy Hutchinson and Max Adams. “They’re all talented,” Ramsay said.
Freshman tight end Alex Simmonds has turned heads in camp and at 6-6 with speed comparable to some wideouts, Ramsay sees him as an “absolute factor” in the offense. “He’s been a pleasure to watch,” the coach noted. “He has tremendous blocking ability and potential to be something special.”
At receiver, Isaiah Madrey is looking to make a splash after appearing in four games last season. Also expected to be a lead target for Pickett is former Uniondale standout Kayden Liddie.
On the defensive side, the work in the trenches will be led by Daeshaun Polk, who ranked among the team leaders in tackles for loss last fall and also had 2.5 sacks, and nose guard Cesar Villanueva. Glen Cove product Anthony Schettino heads the linebacker corps, while the secondary is likely to have Chris Hernandez and Miguel Lopez at corner, and Sonny Mayo and Kamari Maths at safety.
School day mornings can be hectic, since as every parent knows getting kids ready for school and out the door on time is not always easy. Working parents may find school day mornings especially difficult, as their own work schedules can make mornings feel even more rushed. This time around, change up your morning routines with strategies to free up time in the morning so everyone starts their days off in a more relaxing atmosphere.
Wake up earlier. Sleep might seem like a precious commodity, but waking up just 10 to 15 minutes earlier can remove some of the stress from weekday mornings without costing you a lot of sack time. Let kids sleep in until their normal wakeup time, using your extra 10 or 15 minutes to shower or enjoy your morning cup of coffee before the house is abuzz with activity.
Tackle certain chores the night before. Delaying certain chores until you wake up makes for a hectic morning, so tackle as many morning chores as possible before you go to bed for the night. Prepare school lunches, lay clothes out for yourself and your children, and make sure kids have their backpacks packed and ready to go before they go to bed. Each of these things may only take a few minutes, but when left for the morning, they can add up to a substantial amount of time.
Encourage youngsters to pick up the pace. Some people are morning people, while others dread setting their alarms for early morning hours. Kids who fall into the latter group may drag their feet in the morning, but parents should offer encouragement when kids are moving slowly in the morning. Allowing your frustration to show may only make kids less fond of mornings, so remind them as nicely as possible that everyone has a schedule to stick to if they seem to be dragging their feet.
Keep the television off. If watching the television is ingrained in your morning routine, try going a few days without it to see if this makes it easier to get out the door on time. Kids might grow distracted by morning cartoons, and even adults may get caught up in morning news shows.
Eliminating television and screen time on other devices from your morning routine can save time and also may help your family grow closer, as you will have more distraction-free time to speak to one another. In addition to turning off the television. Resist that urge to look at your phone, tablet, etc., when getting ready in the morning.
Parents know that school day mornings can be hectic. But
you can certainly implement changes to your routine to make such mornings go more smoothly so everyone gets where they need to be on time.
Photos: Get out from under the morning chaos by changing up the daily routine for a smoother start to your family’s day.
In order to help young students start the 2023 – 2024 school year off on the right foot, Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe hosted her annual “Road to Success” back-to-school event at the Tanglewood Preserve in Rockville Centre on Sunday.
The annual event is held in partnership with the Bethpage Federal Credit Union, the Lakeview branch of the NAACP, the West Hempstead-based Moms who Care, and St. Paul’s AME Church.
“It is tremendously gratifying to collaborate with the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, Bethpage Federal Credit Union, and many more community partners on an annual tradition that seeks to empower our youth and equip them for academic success,” Bynoe said in a statement. “I wish all of Nassau County’s students a successful and blessed school year filled with great achievements and exciting new experiences.”
Bynoe hosts the annual event every August, before the start of the new school year, to help provide free school supplies to children in the community before they head back to class in September.
The event also features an afternoon full of fun and activities for the kids, including bounce houses and other attractions. The first 100 children in attendance also received free entry to explore the dinosaur exhibit at the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning.
In addition to the event on Sunday, Legislator Bynoe hosted a similar even on Saturday at Martin “Bunky” Reid Park in Westbury in partnership with Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Councilman Robert Troiano, and the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association.
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Oceanside High School alum Ali Berke is determined to enter the Major League Baseball record books.
The 22-year-old pop singer has her heart set on performing the national anthem at all 30 MLB ballparks across the United States and Canada — a feat that no one else has accomplished.
Berke is scheduled to sing “The Star Spangled Banner” at Fenway Park in Boston on Saturday, before the 4:10 p.m. game between the Red Sox and the Dodgers.
Fenway will be the fourth ballpark in which she has sung the anthem. She has also performed at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, and Citi Field in Queens, New York.
“It’s a big deal and a big honor to perform at some of these venues in the stadium,” Berke said. “To be able to even start with Fenway this year is pretty crazy.”
Berke also sang “God Bless America” at Citi Field in 2017, during a Mets-Phillies game.
And her résumé extends far beyond her ballpark performances. Berke, an aspiring singer and songwriter, has performed at the House of Blues in Anaheim, Calif., in a show that included dancers and a backup band. She has also
opened for AJ McLean of the Backstreet Boys at Stereo Garden in Patchogue, performed at the famed South by Southwest Festival in Austin, Texas and opened for Aaron Carter at numerous malls and venues across the country.
Her father, Jack, a sports agent, handles the booking of Ali’s performances. He came up with the idea for her to sing at MLB stadiums, which sparked her nickname, “Ali, the anthem girl.”
“It’s an amazing opportunity,” Jack said. “We’re working our way slowly. I’m reaching out and I’m hoping by next year through the wintertime work I can get lined up with at least five to ten ballparks for next season.”
Berke has written more than 30 original songs and has performed in front of crowds of 25,000 people. She has also performed the national anthem at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum before a Long Island Nets game, Maimonides Park in Coney Island before a Brooklyn Cyclones game, and has held concerts at Adventureland Amusement Park in Farmingdale and Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City.
She also hopes to perform at other sports venues including NBA, NHL, NFL, MLS, and college football. Her father said that she enjoys sharing her music with new crowds and that they both understand what a huge opportunity her MLB stadium performances could be for her career.
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roughly 400 remain in federal bankruptcy court.
Attorneys representing the nearly 600 claimants — also known as the Committee of Unsecured Creditors — said they agreed with Brown’s decision, and his characterization of the diocese and its lawyers’ conduct.
“It is absolutely consistent with how we have viewed their conduct for quite some time,” James Stang, the committee’s bankruptcy counsel, said. “If they think they’re going to beat down survivors by putting them through the litigation meat grinder, it’s not going to work.”
Stang added that while he encourages the diocese to continue to try to reach a resolution with the creditors, he doesn’t believe it will do so in time.
Sean Dolan, the diocese’s director of communications, said that the diocese was “disappointed” with Judge Brown’s ruling and disagreed with his description of its conduct.
“The diocese continues to believe that a single, unified, federal forum will provide all parties the best opportunity to efficiently resolve claims for the benefit of all survivors and the diocese will continue to work towards that goal,” Dolan stated in a release. “As the diocese has consistently said throughout this bankruptcy process, piecemeal litigation in federal and state court will be time consuming and expensive, will only reduce the resources available to compensate survivors, and risks leaving some survivors with no compensation at all.”
Dolan added that the diocese planned to continue to petition to try all of the cases in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, which encompasses Manhattan, The Bronx, Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, and Sullivan counties.
“The unsecured creditors committee contends that the diocese has been dragging out the case and preventing survivors from receiving compensation,” he said. “This is not true.”
He also indicated that the Syracuse and Rochester dioceses referenced in the footnotes of Brown’s ruling both filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection before Rockville Centre, and only recently announced their global settlements.
Dolan said that the Rockville Centre diocese would continue to work toward a consensual settlement on or before Oct. 31, Glenn’s deadline, and that “this would provide compensation for survivors quicker than other dioceses, even with the added size and complexity of the Diocese of Rockville Centre’s case.”
The diocese filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Oct. 1, 2020, as a result of the hundreds of lawsuits that were filed against it when then Gov. Andrew Cuomo approved the Child Victims Act in 2019, extending the statute of limitations on sexual abuse claims.
In the almost three years since, the diocese and the committee have been unable to agree on a reorganization plan.
In January, the diocese was presented
with two potential plans. The first would settle all claims for $450 million in restitution, while the second would involve the diocese’s parishes, which the committee’s attorneys say they believe have “substantial assets” and should be made to provide “fair compensation to the children they hurt.” Under both options, survivors would be able to continue to pursue abuse claims in state court.
The diocese turned down both proposals and made a counter-offer, proposing that it, along with its parishes, co-insured parties and other ministry members, would contribute between $185 million and $200 million to a settlement, not including insurance payouts.
The committee and its attorneys described the diocese’s offer as “business as usual,” stating that it would provide only a minimal contribution from its parishes and affiliates despite the hundreds of claims against it, and that it largely relied on potential insurance payouts that are being disputed in four separate lawsuits.
According to Newsday, the proceedings have racked up about $100 million in legal fees so far — money that the committee’s attorneys argue could have gone to the survivors.
Due to the unlikelihood of an agreement, representatives of the claimants’ committee requested in April that Glenn dismiss the case. But Glenn said that since the attorneys could not definitively say they would not be able to reach a deal within a “reasonable amount of time,” he extended the deadline to Oct. 31.
Glenn has also expressed his skepticism regarding a settlement, stating that every day of delay would not only prevent survivors from pursuing recovery of their claims, but also weaken their ability to prove the underlying case.
By Daniel Offner
Robin Wilson, the iconic voice of the multi-platinum selling Gin Blossoms — and current frontman for The Smithereens — will join the ranks of Long Island legends Billy Joel, Joan Jett, Carole King, Twisted Sister, Public Enemy and countless others when he is inducted into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame on Friday.
“I’m very gratified and surprised and amused by the whole thing,” Wilson said. “It’s kind of funny to have ended up on Long Island and to receive this cool honor.”
As the principal songwriter and lead singer/guitarist of the Grammynominated Gin Blossoms, Wilson — who calls Valley Stream home — is responsible for such ‘90s-era radio hits as “Hey Jealousy,” “Follow You Down,” “Til I Hear it from You,” “Until I Fall Away,” “As Long As it Matters” and “Allison Road.”
Wilson grew up in Tempe, Arizona, and moved to Long Island in the ‘90s to be with his now ex-wife, Gena Rositano. He still lives here, raising his son, Grey Wilson, an aspiring musician and songwriter. “It took me a long time to get used to being on Long Island,” he says. “It was a tough transition. I’m probably the only guy on Long Island who flies the Arizona state flag on his front porch.”
He met Rositano in 1993, who was working at MTV at the time, when Gin Blossoms were invited to appear as a musical guest on the first episode of “The Jon Stewart Show.” Three years later, they were married, and had Stewart — by then the host of Comedy Central’s “Daily Show” — ordained as a minister in order to officiate the ceremony.
Apart from spending time with his family, music is still the most important thing in his life.
“It’s the only thing that makes it worth it,” he says. “It’s cool to make a living and earn money, but the thing that makes it worthwhile is performing original music.”
Wilson is excited to be going back on tour with Gin Blossoms, who will perform at The Paramount in Huntington on Sept. 12, with guests Fastball, Tonic and Sugar Ray.
In 2017, following the sudden death of The Smithereens’ frontman Pat DiNizio, Wilson was invited to join the New Jersey alt-rock group on tour.
“The Smithereens have always been an inspiration to me,” he says. “If I could go back in time and tell my 19-year-old self that I would be performing with one of your all-time favorite bands, I’d probably ask if that was even possible.”
By Karen BloomVoyage
The popular band takes everyone back to the ‘80s when Journey’s timeless music ruled the airwaves. Hailed by fans and critics alike as the world’s top Journey tribute band, this group performs their music with chilling accuracy.
Fronted by Hugo — a dead ringer for Steve Perry — who continues to delight fans with his miraculous resemblance, exact mannerisms and identical voice to Steve. Fans agree that Voyage delivers an experience to the original Steve Perry-fronted lineup. The band also features world class New York musicians: Robby Hoffman, Greg Smith, Lance Millard and Dana Spellman, who along with Hugo, have brought the show to critical acclaim. They play all the hits, including, ‘Don’t Stop Believin’,’ ‘Faithfully,’ ‘Separate Ways,’ ‘Any Way You Want It,’ ‘Open Arms,’ ‘Wheel in the Sky,’ ‘Lights,’ ‘Oh Sherrie,’ ‘Stone in Love,’ ‘Send Her My Love,’ ‘Lovin’ Touchin’ Squeezin’,’ ‘Who’s Crying Now? and ‘Only the Young.’
Friday, Aug. 25, 8 p.m. $40, $35, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000, or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Pat McGann is quickly rising as of the sharpest stand-ups on the comedy scene. A relative latecomer to comedy, he began doing standup at 31 after realizing he was very good at selling packaging.
• Friday, Aug. 25, 7 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday, noon-4 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
When all concerts and live performances were canceled at the height of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, Wilson — like many of his counterparts — started to livestream performances from his home studio in order to give himself something to apply his energy and skills toward.
• $40 general admission/$35 members available at LIMusicHallOfFame.org, or by calling (631) 689-5888
• Emily Lowe Hall Gallery, South Campus, Hempstead. For information and to RSVP, call (516) 463-5672, or visit Hofstra.edu/museum
• Space is limited 97 Main St., in Stony Brook
“When We All Stand,” Hofstra University Museum of Art’s new exhibition, examines the collective power of the arts in society.
And when it finally was warm enough, he decided to bring his livestream outside, where he would perform music for his neighbors in Valley Stream.
“It was really cool to provide a much-needed distraction during that weird time in everybody’s lives,” he recalls. “It’s kind of cool to be the rock singer on my block in Valley Stream.”
Curated by Alexandra Giordano — the museum’s assistant director of exhibition and collection — the exhibit underscores artists’ civic responsibility and influence.
“It highlights the vital role that artists have in activating democratic values that promise equality and freedom, encouraging civic engagement, and cultivating unity,” Giordano says. “Artists often lead the charge and expose truths that may otherwise be ignored. The artists in this exhibition take a stand and call out injustices through their art and activism on issues such as immigration, gender, reproductive rights, mass incarceration, voting rights, racial bias, gun violence, and promises unfulfilled. They all combine the making of art with public service that has a grassroots approach in the hope of mobilizing their communities and the nation to ignite movement, create awareness, and inspire others to
During the upcoming Hall of Fame induction ceremony, he’ll hit the Exhibit Hall stage for a special performance featuring son Grey and special guests, including members of The Smithereens.
The Allmost Brothers Band headlines a rockin’ night at Eisenhower Park, joined by Freebird and Brothers & Friends. Allmost Brothers fully honors the tradition of the legendary Allman Brothers Band. Working within the framework of the incredible and vast songbook of the legendary Allman Brothers, the band injects something new, fresh and exciting into the material. They stand out with high-level musicianship, authentic improvisational interplay, and dedication to the high-octane performance and power that established the original ABB back in 1969. These dedicated musicians thrive on chemistry and improvisation, bringing a unique fire to Duane Allman’s vision of spreading the gospel of American blues, R&B and jazz music everywhere. As always, bring seating.
He hustled his way to become house emcee at Zanies Chicago, where he distinguished himself 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.
Saturday, Aug. 26, 7 p.m. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. For information, visit NassauCountyNY. gov/parks.
Saturday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. $40, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com ParamountNY.com.
Can art change the world? It’s a question that’s been at the focus of our collective culture for centuries. Now as society navigates the complexities of modern life, art as a path for social change is at the forefront of artistic expression.
In the middle of the Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band tour — which breaking box office records all over the world— the heartbeat of the E Street Band, the Mighty Max Weinberg is taking time between Springsteen shows to perform with his Jukebox band. He visits the Paramount stage, on Thursday, Aug. 31, 8 p.m. Max Weinberg’s Jukebox is a truly interactive experience.
Weinberg invites the audience to create the set list, in real time, that he and his crack four piece group will play that night. Performing songs from the glory days of rock n’ roll your guests choose from a menu of over 200 songs. Everything from the Beatles to the Stones to Bruce and The E Street Band’s biggest hits — and hear the group play ‘em the way the way the audience wants to hear them played! That’s right, the crowd yells out their choices and Weinberg plays them. This unique approach brings the audience right into the action for the evening. Every show is different because you — the audience — are choosing the songs. How many times have you attended a show where you yearned to hear your favorite performer play your favorite song? With Max Weinberg’s Jukebox your dream will be realized. $59.50, $39.50, $29.50, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
View the landmark exhibition “Modigliani and the Modern Portrait,” at Nassau County Museum of Art. Devoted to the way that Modigliani powerfully re-defined the art of portraiture, the show includes his masterworks along with paintings and drawings by his Parisian contemporaries (Picasso, van Dongen, Laurencin). Modigliani’s enduring influence on artists even in our own time is shown in a selection of Contemporary paintings by such important figures as David Hockney, Eric Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton and others. The exhibition is being curated by Dr. Kenneth Wayne, founder of The Modigliani Project, which authenticates paintings and drawings (two of the works in the show have been recently approved by the committee). Through Nov. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Experience life at a Civil War encampment at Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 26-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Members of the 14th Brooklyn Living History Association and friends from other units demonstrate various daily routines of soldiers who were part of 14th Brooklyn New York State Militia during the Civil War years. Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage. For information, visit OldBethpageVillageRestoration. org.
Theatre Playground returns to Long Island Children’s Museum with “Dramatic Play!,” Monday, Aug. 28 1 p.m., taught by Lisa Rudin, Director of Theatre Playground (who visitors may already know from her role as “Piggie”!). In this interactive, theater-inspired workshop kids will act out an original story and help choose how it unfolds. Music, props, and sound effects create a theatrical world where participants are immersed in the story. Children are encouraged to express themselves as they create characters, explore different worlds, stretch their imaginations and build self-confidence. This week’s theme: Silly Monsters. Costumes encouraged. Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.
The Village of Rockville Centre hosts its annual Community Day event at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, Saturday, Aug. 26, from noon to 4 p.m. With fun and activities for all ages, including music, dance performances, and tasty treats.
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Registration is open for the St. Jude Walk/ Run Long Island, presented by Tweezerman International during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Sunday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m., at Marcum Corporate Offices & Park. The St. Jude Walk/Run offers everyone a chance to walk or run and gather in-person or virtually to raise funds and awareness for the St. Jude mission: Finding cures. Saving children. Besides the walk/run, the event features entertainment, food and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Participants will even have the opportunity to connect with St. Jude patients and learn firsthand how their support makes a difference. 10 Melville Park Road, Melville. Register or learn more at StJude.org/ walklongisland.
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Kevin Morby takes the stage at Molloy’s Madison Theatre, Sunday, Aug. 27 as part of the Tommy Brull Foundation’s Shine A Light Music Series. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show begins at 8 p.m. All proceeds will help fund Mr. B’s Adaptive/ Inclusive Playground. $35-$100; available MadisonTheatreNY.org. 1000 Hempstead Ave. in Rockville Centre.
For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now go beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour, Friday, Aug. 25, noon; also Sunday, Aug. 27, 1:30 p.m.; Monday, Aug. 28, noon; Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 30-31, noon Be introduced to the intensive labor required to create the lifestyle experienced by the Phipps family and their guests; tour the many rooms that were “behind the scenes” to create the formal dining experiences of early 20th century. Go along the corridors to the butler’s pantry and silver cleaning room then descend the 17 steps to the kitchen, scullery, and wine storage rooms located on the ground floor. Reservations required. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information contact (516) 333-0048 or visit OldWestburyGardens.org.
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The highly anticipated music festival, sponsored by the Rockville Centre Chamber of Commerce, returns to Rockville Centre lawns, driveways and porches for its fourth year, Saturday, The community fundraiser will benefit the Chamber’s South Side High School scholarship program. For more information, visit rvcchamber.com.
Find all sorts of goodies at the Rockville Centre Farmers Market, every Sunday, from 7 a.m. to noon. LIRR parking lot between Long Beach Road and Sunrise Highway. Through Dec. 24. Info at
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Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for a storybook adventure, Saturday, Sept. 2, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Stroll the gardens and open your ears to Mary Howitt’s classic tale The Spider and The Fly.” Later create a unique take home craft. For ages 3-5. Old Westbury
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Grab your lunch and join Nassau County
Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture,” now back on-site at Nassau County Museum of Art, Thursday, , 1 p.m. Enjoy an in-depth presentation on the current exhibition
“Modigliani and the Modern Portrait.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the program and to join the 2 p.m. public tour of the exhibit. Also Oct. 19. 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.
erine Overton, director of the Rockville Centre library, said in an email. “This generous funding is earmarked to defray the cost of replacing our aging elevator. Assemblyman Curran has been a strong advocate of public libraries and recognizes the essential services that libraries deliver to their communities.”
Overton said that the library will also continue to seek additional grants to help fund future projects that will benefit its patrons, including technological upgrades, expanded seating and study space, and additional meeting rooms for both library programs and community use.
Betty Rosa, State Education Department commissioner, praised the initiative, saying that the funds will provide various improvements and enhance library facilities and services.
“Thriving libraries are essential to thriving communities and to the wellbeing of all New Yorkers,” Rosa said. “Libraries give individuals the opportunity to learn, collaborate, gain new skills, and become active participants in their communities. This funding is not only critical to improving library infrastructure, but also to enriching the lives of New Yorkers in every region of the state.”
Once a year, libraries apply for state funding to support numerous projects that could enhance accessibility, expand existing space, modernize computer technology, or upgrade electrical infrastructure.
the rockville Centre public Library will seek future grants for tech upgrades and additional space for study, programs and community use.
The board of trustees of each library then prioritizes the projects and sends approved applications with recommended costs to the New York State Library in Albany. After they are reviewed, the applications are then sent to the Dormitory Authority of New York for final review and approval.
These projects can range from roof and elevator repairs and electrical upgrades to the addition of new furni -
Subtitled “How You Can - At Any AgeDramatically Increase Your Life Span and Your Health Span”, Mr. Robbins’ book is one that appealed to us for a very specific reason. So many of our clients over the years have said, “Oh no! I wouldn’t want to live to 100”, the assumption being that they would inevitably be infirm.
Our culture, in television and movies, reinforces this thinking by portraying the elderly as feeble, unproductive, and out of sorts. Elders are demeaned with stereotypes as being unworthy of consideration or positive regard, according to Robbins.
Baby boomers today range in ages from 63 - 78. It’s time to shed these old myths. Author Robbins describes four cultures in the world as follows:
Abkhasia: Ancients of the Caucasus where people are healthier at ninety then most of us are at middle age.
Vilcabamba: The Valley of Eternal Youth where heart disease and dementia do not exist.
Hunta: A people who dance in their nineties where cancer, diabetes and asthma are unknown.
The Centenarians of Okinawa: Where more people live to 100 than anywhere in the world.
The major takeaway from these ancient cultures are the diets, physical activities, social ties and respect for the elderly these societies engender to account for their extended life expectancies.
Perhaps one of Robbins best lines is “the whiter the bread, the sooner you’re dead”. When whole wheat flour is refined into white flour here is just some of what is lost: protein 25%, fiber 95%, calcium 56%, iron 84%, vitamins, an average of over 70%. The long-term perils of eating too much sugar are discussed: obesity, kidney stones, osteoporosis, heart disease and diabetes.
It’s never too late to change. As the book says “people don’t grow old. When they stop growing, they become old”
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The funding not only helps to improve library infrastructure but also serves as a catalyst for enhancing the quality of life for residents, officials said.
“Libraries are a critical part of New York’s educational infrastructure, ensuring that all New Yorkers have equitable access to lifelong learning opportunities,”
Lester W. Young, Jr., Board of Regents chancellor, said. “This capital investment
keeps our public library buildings accessible and vibrant so that they can meet the evolving needs of our communities now and long into the future.”
In the recent 2023–2024 state budget, an additional $34 million was provided for capital projects that will be announced next summer. The deadline to apply to the New York State Library for funding is Oct. 4.
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LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, -vsPlaintiff, SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Index No. 614162/2018
THYIAS E. PINNOCK; MINOR HEIRS AND UNKNOWN HEIRS TO THE ESTATE OF DANIEL G. DUNN A/K/A DANIEL DUNN; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; Defendants.
Mortgaged Premises: 1228 WATERVIEW DRIVE ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S):
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you, unless the Defendant obtained a bankruptcy discharge and such other or further relief as may be just and equitable.
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 an
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.
NATURE AND OBJECT OF ACTION
The object of the above action is to foreclose a Purchase Money Mortgage held by the Plaintiff and recorded in the County of NASSAU, State of New York as more particularly described in the Complaint herein.
TO THE DEFENDANT(S), except THYIAS E. PINNOCK the plaintiff makes no personal claim against you in this action.
TO THE DEFENDANT(S), except THYIAS E. PINNOCK:
IF, AND ONLY IF, you have received or will receive a Bankruptcy Discharge Order which includes this debt, the plaintiff is solely attempting to enforce its mortgage lien rights in the subject real property and makes no personal claim against you. In that event, nothing contained in these or any papers served or filed or to be served or filed in this action will be an attempt to collect from you or to find you personally liable for the discharged debt.
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.
NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the mortgaged premises.
Dated: June 8, 2023
VICTOR SPINELLI, ESQ. FEIN, SUCH & CRANE, LLP
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SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR CARRINGTON
MORTGAGE LOAN
TRUST, SERIES 2006-FRE1
ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, Plaintiff, v. JOHN N. CASCIO A/K/A JOHN CASCIO, ET AL.
Defendants.
NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
THAT
In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on June
8, 2023, I, Peter L. Kramer, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on September 18, 2023 at the North Side Steps, Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., County of Nassau, State of New York, at 2:00 PM the premises described as follows: 315 North Forest Avenue a/k/a 315 N. Forest Avenue a/k/a 315 Forest Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570
SBL No.: 38-245-182
ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York.
The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 605574/2019 in the amount of $987,938.84 plus interest and costs.
The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure
sale.
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Public Notice to Bidders
Sealed Bids will be received by the Purchasing Department of the Village of Rockville Centre, One College Place, Room 204, Rockville Centre, New York 11570 for the matter stated below until 11:00 am prevailing time on SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The contract will be awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for:
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE CONTRACTDISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Bid No. 2309W1(1088)
The contract documents, specifications and plans can be examined on the Village’s website at www.rvcny.gov. Follow the link to the Purchasing Department. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond payable to the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre in the amount of five (5%) percent of the gross amount of the bid. All questions should be directed to the Purchasing Department. Please contact Lisa Strazzeri via email only at lstrazzeri@rvcny.us. Questions must be submitted no later than AUGUST 31, 2023. Award of Contract will be made to the lowest responsible bidder in accordance with applicable provisions of the law. The Village reserves the right to reject all bids or make such determination as in the best interests of the Village, as provided by law.
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County Executive Bruce Blakeman delivered a stern warning to operators of illegal dirt bikes: “Not in Nassau,” he said, as he kicked a crumpled piece of scrap metal that had once been an illegal vehicle.
Blakeman issued this harsh message during an Aug. 2 press conference in East Rockaway’s Bay Park, as he stood behind dozens of dirt bikes, quads and ATVs that had been seized by the Nassau County Police Department. These vehicles are often unregistered, uninsured or being driven recklessly, the county executive said.
“Today, we’re going to destroy these vehicles and put on a demonstration to let the public know that we’re serious about making sure that our communities are safe,” Blakeman said.
Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said that more than 1,000 summonses have been issued this year alone to people riding vehicles illegally, and police officers have distributed fliers across Nassau County warning peo-
ple of their zero tolerance policy for violations of the Vehicle and Traffic Law. The department has also seized 40 “joker poker” machines, which are illegal gambling devices, he added.
“Quality of life has got to be maintained,” Ryder said. “Everybody else is pulling back. The county executive is investing in our quality of life here in Nassau County.”
Blakeman said that this is just one of several police initiatives to address concerns about crime in Nassau County. “Operation Overwatch,” which began four months ago, has increased police presence across the county.
“We’re here today to send a very important message: The era of lawlessness does not exist here in Nassau County,” Blakeman said.
“We will not tolerate this nonsense occurring in Nassau County,” he added. “We’ve seen far too much of it, and we’re not going to tolerate it.”
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Q. We were looking at our permit plans and noticed that they were stamped by an engineer we never met. I looked him up, and found out he’s a chemical engineer, but he sealed our plans for the structure. It made me wonder, can a chemical engineer do that, seal plans for structural? I know there are many different types of engineers from reading your column, like electrical engineer, mechanical, plumbing, etc. Can a chemical engineer be responsible for beams in our house? It just seems like the contractor, who took care of everything, just got a guy to stamp the plans. What can you tell us?
A. That’s a great question, but you may find the answer confusing, as I did when I posed it to the Engineering Division of the New York State Office of the Professions. This is the board that qualifies professionals through exams, issues licenses and reviews complaints for prosecution. The person I spoke to was articulate and clearly had been asked this question before.
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She stated that the state Office for Engineering Licensing does not license by “discipline.” This means they do not specifically differentiate among mechanical, electrical or plumbing engineers, and they “assume” the person providing the service will use good professional judgment. They also told me that a complaint can be filed if the person has acted in a way that shows they were not qualified or competent to perform the service. This means you would have a structural failure, revealing that the person acted outside the scope of their competency, education and training.
In every instance, the answers I got were sprinkled with assumptions that a person would not knowingly practice in a field they were not qualified for. Clearly, or actually unclearly, the answer to your question would seem simple, but nothing I researched, and nobody I spoke to, had a clear answer, leaving it up to the licensed professional to “do the right thing.”
I remember designing a large renovation for a family in which the father was an aeronautical engineer who had designed the wing attachments on aircraft. He asked to sit with me while I designed the main beams of his home. I took him, step by step, through the process, and he was very confident at the end that his home was structurally sound. Even though he had the capability to follow the process as an engineer, he didn’t do this kind of work, and admitted that it was different from what he did.
It makes me wonder if the chemical engineer even knows his seal was being used for this structural design, or whether it was properly calculated. I often find that structure is over-compensated and more expensive than necessary in these instances. There are even cases of plans bearing the seal of people long deceased, so at least the chemical engineer is still alive to answer your question. Good luck!
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Baldwin $820,000
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Taxes: $12,373
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Taxes: $10,677.53
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Grand Street. Cape. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. New eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room. Den/ family room. First floor bedroom. Large private backyard. Many updates. Convenient location near transportation, parkways, schools, shopping, and more.
Taxes: $16,000
Hewlett $620,000
Keystone Place. 2 Story. 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. Eatin kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. First floor bedroom.
Taxes: $15,869.45
Lido Beach $1,420,000
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Taxes: $14,429.72
Merrick $913,000
Hewlett Avenue. 2 Story. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and pantry. Formal dining room. Den/family room and guest quarters. Updates include cathedral ceiling. First floor bedroom.
Taxes: $24,463.08
Oceanside $585,000
Derby Drive. Ranch. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. Updates include skylight and security system.
Taxes: $13,617.41
Rockville Centre $905,000
Fonda Road. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. First floor bedroom. Security system.
Taxes: $14,006.84
Valley Stream $680,000
Hungry Harbor Road. Expanded Ranch. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room. Den/family room.
Taxes: $11,139
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on May 2, the Writers Guild of America ceased its activities and went on strike. After years of stagnating compensation and job insecurity due to AI, the hand of Hollywood writers was forced as upper management refused to ratify a new bargaining agreement in time. On July 14, the WGA was joined by SAG-AFTRA, the actors’ union. The members of both unions voted over 97 percent in favor of a strike; frustration with production companies had reached a tipping point.
The dismissal of workers’ concerns and open cruelty by Hollywood bosses has been shocking, but not surprising. One executive quoted in Deadline Hollywood said, “The endgame is to allow things to drag on until union members start losing their apartments and losing their houses,” a tactic described as a “cruel but necessary evil.”
The audacity. The CEOs, who do not do the acting, the writing or the editing, yet somehow take home most of the money,
would sooner make people homeless than provide better working conditions. They admit their actions are cruel and evil, but they are not at all disturbed. The only thing that disturbs them is a drop in profits.
Let’s not forget that better working conditions are indeed what these workers are striking for, because the anti-union mainstream media is out to paint them as nothing more than a mischievous cadre of banditti. Fox News quoted a Paramount CEO as saying that the strikes would cause the “absolute collapse” of Hollywood. On the other side of the spectrum, the putatively liberal The Week magazine described striking workers as “No shows” on the cover of its July 28 issue, lambasting striking film workers for not doing the work they should be doing.
That’s the first reason I’m so grateful for this strike: It has exposed the entitlement that so many in society, especially those with means, feel when it comes to entire sectors of labor. It is taken for granted that certain workers cater to our needs. Firefighters must put out fires, delivery drivers must bring us food, and actors
must entertain us — and when they refuse to, anger and disrespect for these workers is justifiable.
The reality is, their labor was never ours to take for granted. It will always be the case that “essential workers” are offering their labor in exchange for just compensation and fair treatment, and that at any moment that labor could be withdrawn. There is no “required labor,” and the strike has brought this into focus.
The second reason that I’m grateful for the strike is that it offers all of us a refreshing break. Media consumption has been on the rise in recent years, and my question is, are we watching these media for entertainment, for enlightenment, for enjoyment? Or are we trying to numb the pain? The perpetual rewatching of old clips already seen; watching our fifth identical dating show. Are we truly immersing ourselves in entertainment, or are we immersing ourselves in audio-visual stimuli to cut off the volume of our brains?
I think too many of us, myself included, have fallen into the second category. This cultural tsunami is the 21st-century equiv-
alent of cocaine and alcohol, to distract us from the difficult questions confronting us.
Your boss yelled at you again today. You don’t think it’s fair, but it’s easier to click on the remote. You don’t like the news, so you indulge in fantasies. All around you, it seems, the world is swirling. Deep down, you feel it may be best to confront it, but snuggling up in your sheets sounds good, too.
It’s comforting to retreat. It’s also mollifying, and when you’re mollified you cannot shape your world. When many people are mollified, you cannot band together and face the tasks that require the efforts of many people. The good striking workers have said, “Enough of that!” and plunged us into cold water. We are afforded a short respite to unplug and consider the world around us.
Keep at it, Hollywood workers. I’m with you, and so are others. You are fighting for a good cause, and in fighting for yourselves you fight for us. You have given us all much to think about. Our TVs may be dark for some time, but it is the darkest skies that have the brightest stars.
Matthew Adarichev is a public policy major at Hofstra University, a political activist and an aspiring journalist whose work has appeared in the Hofstra Chronicle and the Anton Media Group.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, I’m obsessing about how to impress, and basically ingratiate myself to, my domestic partner. Admit it: A certain anxiety fuels the hysteria over finding the perfect roses or just the right jewelry to meet expectations.
Feb. 14 triggers a commercial and emotional frenzy, with us trying to please someone when we have no idea what that someone wants. Worse, we feel obligated to buy a gift because we’ve been brainwashed by advertising, soppy postings on social media and reruns of “Pretty Woman,” “Sleepless in Seattle” and “Out of Africa.”
Note to husband: The striped umbrella was not an inspired gift two years ago. Neither were the polka dot pajamas last year. Think 18 karats. Or, if funds are short, I’m a sucker for the written word. Pen me a pretty Valentine.
As for my gift giving, I’ve been living with my husband for decades, and I’m not a bit concerned about being able to make him happy on Valentine’s Day. A glass of his favorite Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, a homemade crab cake and he’s mine.
My deep, deep concern is my other
housemate, Lilly Bee, our one-year-old Malagasy Coton de Tulear. As dogs take over the country, from airlines to restaurants to department stores, we need to hone our gift-giving skills to meet canine desires and fantasies. Very soon, our fourlegged friends will rule the world. (This is a fake fact, but that’s OK, right?)
According to recent statistics, there are 323 million people in the U.S. There are also 90 million dogs kept as pets in American households. (These are real facts. Doesn’t it get confusing?)
That doesn’t count the street dogs, wild dogs and shelter dogs that are conspiring to get a leg up on humanity.
You think I’m kidding? Barking up the wrong tree?
The 90 million dogs we know about are increasing in numbers exponential. Visit any dog park and see for yourself what happens when male and female dogs get together. They aren’t exactly discriminating in their romantic encounters.
I don’t know exactly when (because I’m making this up), but pretty soon there will be more dogs than people in the U.S., and we humans better be ready to please them. We already see signs of a dog-centric culture. When did the dog stroller become ubiquitous? Why do we see water bowls for dogs outside restaurants when homeless people have to scrounge to get a drink?
And airlines? The rules state that “emotional support” dogs take priority over humans with allergies or aversions to the smells and potty problems that sometimes come with canine passengers. Dogs are born with all the clothes they need on their backs, yet the dog clothing industry is a multi-billiondollar business.
Guess what other dogcentered biz is booming? Products for overweight and obese pets. And they aren’t fat because they patronize food courts. They’re fat because their owners feed them the same way they feed themselves: too much.
According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an astounding 94 percent of owners of fat dogs think their pets are a normal weight. When advised that their pups are putting on pounds, humans buy lower-fat dog food and other slim-down products. Thus a new industry is born.
And this is just the beginning. Come the day that dogs outnumber people, they’re sure to organize. Since poodles are reputed to be the brainiacs, they will no doubt seek the vote. A poodle president? I understand that poodles can identify a number of individual toys by shape and color. I’m not making comparisons, but that could be awesome in a president.
A dog majority would change food-buy-
Randi is on a brief leave. This column was originally published Feb. 18-24, 2018.
ing habits, demanding raw-meat menus and a reduction in the current consumption of smoothies and veggies. Veterinary schools would proliferate. We might see grooming taken to a new level. Aging dogs would demand hair color, and even a bit of “work” when their jowls droop.
Canine candidates would promise hydrants in every public park and a chicken in every doghouse. Puppy classes would become passé, and higher education would be available to all dogs, regardless of breed, shape of ears or length of tail. I imagine my Lilly Bee might follow the tried-and-true advice to study what she loves: Stuffies.
In a dog-dominant America, there would be a lottery for any mutt with a dollar and a dream.
Once the dog population tops the human population, the balance of power will tip in favor of Fido. We’ve all seen those paintings of Rover and Lassie and their friends sitting around a poker table. Fanciful, you say? I say, stay tuned.
In the meantime, I’m hedging my bets this Valentine’s Day. A box of genuine goat bones is on its way to Lilly Bee.
Copyright 2023 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.
RAnDi KREiss
pretty soon there’ll be more dogs than people, and we better be ready to please them.
Must actors entertain us? Their labor was never ours to take for granted.MATTHEW ADARiCHEV
For many of us growing up, high schools offered so many different languages we could learn beyond English. Everything from Spanish and French to German and Hebrew. Even Latin.
But a growing number of public schools — including many here in Nassau County — are offering something many wish they had years ago: American Sign Language. And even if you’re too old for public school, it’s never too late to learn a language that, for more than a half-million Americans, is the primary — and sometimes the only — way to communicate.
Many of us mistakenly believe ASL is a language only for those who are deaf or hard of hearing. But effective communication requires both sides — the transmitter and the receiver — to clearly understand what’s being shared. ASL, like any language, is only good if the people being communicated to understand what is being shared.
And that’s the problem so many who depend on ASL face time after time. They speak through a complex series of gestures, but so few people understand. It makes everything from social experiences to school, and especially trying to function in a work environment, more difficult, if not impossible.
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is the difference between someone who depends on ASL just fitting in, or thriving. That’s the argument Ariana Molina made in an opinion piece published last year for Cal State-Fullerton’s student publication, the Daily Titan.
“ASL is not only a practically useful language, but can also remove stigmas surrounding the deaf and hard of hearing community,” Molina wrote. “ASL courses are necessary for people to better understand the struggles of the Deaf community.”
The New York State Education Department promotes ASL as one of its key languages when it comes to awarding schools its Seal of Biliteracy. Yet on Long Island, the vast majority of students choose Spanish as their second language, while only a relative handful chose ASL.
That’s not for lack of trying by schools. Finding ASL educators isn’t as easy as it is to find those who teach Spanish, French or even Italian. But schools are looking, and they are making an effort to promote American Sign Language to the broader population, no matter what their hearing status is.
Nassau County’s emergency services also have worked hard to broaden access to its services, not necessarily by adopting ASL, but by offering the ability to text 911 once the new custom interface in which it invested more than $100,000 goes live.
Re Peter King’s column, “Prosecuting Trump is not what America is about,” in last week’s issue: Respectfully, I disagree. The rule of law, not of men, is precisely what America was intended to be about.
Mr. King suggests that “political struggles and battles should be fought in the political arena, not in the criminal courtroom.” This is absolutely true. We must not forget that the Biden-Trump battle in 2020 was fought, and decided, in the political arena, according to the political rules established by law.
It was Mr. Trump’s efforts to void that political decision, to circumvent those laws, that now move us into the criminal arena. Should law and order now to be decided by popularity, by Tomato-meter? Remember how that worked out for Barabbas?
More relevant is Thomas Jefferson. In his “Notes on the State of Virginia,” he stated plainly: “An elective despotism is not what we fought for.” Mr. King would have us believe that the only limits on free speech are “incitement to violence or riot.” There are clearly others, including fraud and lying when used to further a crime, both relevant to the allegations. And reading Trump’s mind is not as mysterious as implied, because actions, as we all know, can be stentorian.
Our first president set the standard. When our former king, George III, heard that the rebel Washington
But opening the world even wider to our friends in the Deaf community is something each of us can do as well. Nassau BOCES offers two courses — a sixweek instructor-led course, or a self-paced course with no instructor — for just over $100. Nassau Community College offers its students a number of courses, from four levels of ASL to communication and culture in the Deaf community.
Also offering a significant program for its students is Hofstra University — a 160hour experience that immerses them in the world of American Sign Language.
And for those who don’t mind the drive to Nesconset, the Cleary School for the Deaf offers American Sign Language classes for anyone 12 and older.
There are a number of other programs offerings ASL — many of them a simple online search away.
George Bernard Shaw once said, “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” We tell ourselves that everyone who can be communicated with is being communicated with, but the reality is that so many people are being left out.
Making ASL a part of all of our lives — whether we are part of the Deaf community or not — will ensure that more than a half-million of our friends, family members, fellow students and coworkers are never left out.
was to retire, surrendering his presidency, he said, “If he does that, he’ll be the greatest man in the world.” That is the spirit of our Constitution, and what is expected of our presidents. It was so until No. 45.
And Mr. Trump remains free to run, free even to run if convicted, as Eugene Debs did. Yet Mr. King’s conclusion is
clear and correct: “The Constitution and its protections apply to all Americans,” he writes. Indeed so, it was written explicitly to protect all Americans from characters like Nixon and Trump.
we all remember where we were that day. I remember every detail. We all knew someone who was killed — a neighbor, a friend, a sibling, a parent.
On Sept. 11, 2001, New York, the nation and the world experienced one of the darkest days in history. Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives, including hundreds of first responders. Now those who survived need our help, and I am fighting to ensure they get it.
With toxic ash filling the Manhattan air and countless victims buried under the rubble, Long Islanders answered the call, setting out en masse to help with rescue and cleanup efforts — acts of heroism that many are paying dearly for today. Every year, more survivors and first responders fall ill with cancers and other 9/11-related illnesses. Nearly 22 years later, Americans are still getting sick. More first responders have died since Sept. 11 than on the actual day.
The men and women who ran into crumbling buildings to save others, and the survivors who lived through one of the worst experiences imaginable, are suffering from illnesses and injuries that resulted from an act of terrorism. We owe it to them to make sure they receive the medical attention — screenings and treatment — they need to fight back and have the best chance of surviving.
That access to health care is now in danger due to the impending funding shortfall in the World Trade Center Health Program. That’s why I have made it my mission to close the shortfall and make sure that our heroes and survivors never have to worry about losing health care coverage again.
Congress established the health program in 2011 to provide medical treatment and monitoring for 9/11 responders and survivors suffering from the effects of the toxins at ground zero. The program covers the lifespans of all who were exposed, including responders and survivors of the attack on the Pentagon as well the crash in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and the children who were in schools in downtown Manhattan on 9/11
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Even with the 15-cent NICE Bus fare increase from $2.75 to $2.90, it will still be one of the best public transportation bargains around. Since the last fare increase eight years ago, inflation has increased 28 percent. Most bus transit agencies raise their fares far more frequently.
Since the 1950s, the average cost of riding a bus in Nassau County has gone up at a lower rate than either the consumer price index or inflation. The MTA Metro Card, introduced in 1996, allows a free transfer between NICE buses and New York City Transit buses and subways, and thousands of NICE riders take advantage of it. Purchasing a weekly or monthly pass further reduces the cost per ride. Many employers offer transit checks, which pay even more of the costs.
NICE tries to schedule bus replacements every 500,000 miles or 12 years, whichever comes first, in accordance with Federal Transit Administration guidelines. Since 1973, buses operated by NICE under
contract to Nassau County are now on the fourth replacement cycle. Most are under 12 years old. This wasn’t the case decades ago, when the average age of the fleet was closer to 12 years.
In the end, it comes down to the availability of increased funding for additional transportation service for residents. Operating subsidies are required to increase the level of service and reduce the amount of time you spend waiting for a bus. The same goes for adding more off-peak, evening and weekend service.
Funding for NICE buses is a four-way dance among what riders pay in fares and a combination of capital and operating assistance from Nassau County, New York state and Washington. Everyone needs to have skin in the game. There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch — or in this case, a free bus ride.
and during the cleanup. Today it provides services for over 120,000 people in all 50 states.
No one could have foreseen just how many people would fall ill, how sick they would get, or how aggressive the cancers would be. Given the rising cost of health care, the funds originally authorized for the program didn’t go as far as intended. This issue is deeply personal to me, as it is for so many New Yorkers. I have friends fighting for their lives right now. I have spoken to countless firefighters and other first responders going through the same thing. If more money is not appropriated, those who need it most will face cuts in services, and those who may begin experiencing 9/11-related illnesses in the future will not be able to receive the care they deserve.
I introduced the 9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act of 2023 earlier this year, with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, which, if passed, would eliminate the funding shortfall of the World Trade Center Health Program and ensure that it remains financially stable for years to come. While this legislation has yet to be brought up for a vote in the
FrameworkHouse or Senate, I am doing everything possible to gain funding for the program in the meantime and push off any potential program cuts.
I recently fought to have funding for the program included in this year’s National Defense Authorization Act. Whether the provision will pass as part of the final package remains to be seen. Although this would only be a partial fix, it would provide another cushion for the program before cuts are necessary, and allow us time to secure the full funding needed. I, along with my fellow New Yorkers in Congress, will fight like hell to get this funding through the final stages of the legislative process and ultimately signed into law.
We all collectively promised to never forget, but it seems that too many have turned a blind eye to the ongoing suffering of our 9/11 heroes, survivors and their families. But I haven’t forgotten, and I know that no Long Islander has forgotten. Together we will deliver on America’s promise by securing the funding needed to safeguard the World Trade Center Health Program in whatever way we can.
Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino represents the 2nd District, and
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we can’t let the World Trade Center Health Program run out of money.
