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SSHS football hits 100 years Former players and coaches reflect on a century of traditions and triumphs part of the program since my first year in high school in 1998,” he said. “It’s a special Phil Onesto has experienced thing, not just for the football South Side football from nearly team, but the school itself, the every angle — as a player, a cap- community, all the players that tain, a champion and, eventual- have come before.” Through the 2025 season, ly, a coach who led the Cyclones South Side has back to a county compiled a record title. of 328-390-30. His connection to Onesto has the program began explored the prowhen he was a freshgram’s history, colman in 1998. Three lecting photos and years later, he gradnewspaper articles uated as a senior and talking with captain on South people connected to Side’s 2001 county earlier eras. “I feel championship team. like every yearbook Over two decades and every article I after that championopened up was a ship victory, Onesto new chapter in stood on the sideline South Side history,” and coached the he said. Cyclones to another One of those county title in 2023. pHIl oNeSto chapters is the Now, as South football coach 44-game unbeaten Side pre pares to South Side streak (37-0-7) from open its 100th foot1944 to 1950 that ball season at home High School helped define South Sept. 9 against Elmont, Onesto is beginning Side football during the posthis 16th season as head coach war period. The Cyclones also — a link to some of the pro- went 7-0 in 1951 and 1952. That era will receive recoggram’s most memorable chapnition during the centennial ters. “I graduated from South season. The Cyclones Legends Side back in 2002, so I’ve been Continued on page 16

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Bobby, left, Jimmy and elias trahanas inside the golden Reef, the diner Jimmy helped build into a beloved Rockville Centre institution.

Diner patrons mourn loss of Golden Reef owner Trahanas by brIAN KACHArAbA bkacharaba@liherald.com

For more than four decades, Demetrios “Jimmy” Trahanas was a familiar presence behind the counter at the Golden Reef Diner, where his work ethic and devotion to his family became part of the fabric of Rockville Centre. Trahanas died on Aug. 13, at age 72. The cause was not disclosed. Born in Tripoli, Greece, on Jan. 4, 1954, Trahanas came to the United States in 1971, at age 16. He arrived with little, and worked a series of jobs before becoming a diner owner. After arriving in Queens, he worked

at Rye Playland and a Queens Dunkin’ Donuts, making the fried pastries. He also worked at the Imperial Diner, in Freeport, and another diner in Bayside, Queens, before using his savings to become a business owner. In 1983, Trahanas took over and renovated the diner that would become the Golden Reef. It had previously been known as the Oasis Diner, and its history as an eatery dated to before the Great Depression. The Golden Reef became a 24-hour institution, and Trahanas devoted himself to keeping it going. His son, Elias, recalled his father working the overnight shift when he Continued on page 12

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The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center celebrated a memorable milestone by hosting its 25th Community Day with an afternoon of familyfriendly activities, entertainment and community spirit. The Aug. 22 event took place in front of the community center on Centre Avenue from noon to 4 p.m., bringing residents together for an afternoon of fun. Children were at the heart of the celebration, with activities designed to keep them entertained throughout the afternoon. Among the attractions was an inflatable water slide, giving youngsters a chance to cool off while enjoying some summer fun. The afternoon also featured music and dance performances, including a return appearance by Malikamo and the Band of Soul, adding to the festive atmosphere and providing entertainment for residents of all ages. Families could also enjoy a variety of tasty treats while taking part in the day’s activities. To accommodate the celebration, North Centre Avenue was closed between Randall Avenue and Maine Avenue, creating space for the event and allowing attendees to gather safely in front of the community center. Now in its 25th year, Community Day continues to provide an opportunity for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center to bring neighbors together and celebrate the community. This year’s milestone event carried on that tradition with an afternoon centered on family, entertainment and togetherness.

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Malikamo and the Band of Soul had the crowd feeling the rhythm during a lively afternoon of music and celebration.

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Back-to-school season got a helping hand as Lamel McLeod, 19, held up some of the school supplies distributed at Community Day.

Daphne Batie jumps into the fun, showing off her skills as she takes a turn with the jump rope during Community Day.

Sayah Carpenter, 15, got her Community Day look upgraded with a little face paint and a lot of fun.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Director Patrick Morris, top center, celebrated the 25th Community Day alongside children and Rockville Centre community leaders.

Frank and Noah Torrellas enjoyed the festivities together during Community Day, taking in the afternoon’s fun.

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visual tool to understand medical procedures and reduce anxiety. At The Hewlett House, members make pillows designed to provide comfort to cancer patients. They also create baby hats, sweaters and burp blankets for Love, Nana, a Rockville Centre nonprofit that collects and cleans gently used baby clothes, books and small toys to create gift bundles for local families in need, as well as the Bethany House in Baldwin. Besides their weekly workshops, the Homemakers organize fundraisers, including their upcoming Run for the Roses event in October. Monthly business meetings feature guest speakers on topics ranging from identifying the newest phone and text scams to recreational activities like cardio ball drumming. In February, the group hosts a Galentine’s event, and in March, there will be Bagel Bingo. Like many community organizations, the Homemakers face challenges with membership and funding. Annual memberships are $30, a price intended to be accessible to members, who are between 50 and 90 years old. Despite those challenges, Grandazza believes the organization offers something that goes beyond its classes. “People need people, and our groups are great,” she said. “They’re very friendly, warm people, and the more the merrier.”

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The Rockville Centre Homemakers are preparing for another year of home economics workshops, social events and community service throughout the area. Co-led by MaryAnn Grandazza and Karen Alterson, the group teaches skills such as sewing, knitting and cooking while continuing a tradition of community service that dates back to World War I and continues today. The Homemakers will begin their new season on Sept. 8 at the Rockville Centre Recreation Center, ready to welcome past and new members for a year of crafts and community. The club meets every Tuesday, when school is in session, and nonmembers are welcome to join but cannot participate in classes. The Homemakers Club was founded more than 100 years ago during World War I as part of a war effort led by women on the home front. From Red Cross volunteering to sewing bandages and collecting canned foods, the women played a major role in supporting the war effort. Although participation dwindled after the war ended and men returned home, the group’s commitment to community and service continued. Today, around 400 members belong to 12 Homemakers chapters on Long Island, according to Grandazza. Their mission goes beyond aiding the military.

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One of the highlights of the Homemakers’ season is the Run for the Roses, where members get into the spirit of the event — and sometimes even dress the part. It starts locally with organizations and hospitals such as Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside, the Hewlett House and homeless shelters. Every week, members learn different skills such as sewing, cooking, crocheting and crafting. Members create handmade items and collect donations for people in need. “Anything from sewing, crocheting,

knitting, all of these things are coming back,” said Grandazza. “We’re glad to teach it. We do more than just knitting, crocheting, cooking and crafting. We do a lot of things for the local community.” Last year, the group collected and donated over 500 pairs of socks for overseas service members, Grandazza said. Members also sew and donate “Surgi” dolls for pediatric patients as a

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The Hofstra men’s soccer team kicked off a new era Aug. 20 with a familiar winning feeling. In the program’s first game under first-year head coach Stephen Roche following the retirement of the legendary Richard Nuttall, the then 20th-ranked Pride pulled out a 2-1 win at Bucknell on a goal from midfielder Sean Keane with 9:51 remaining. Nuttall recorded 364 wins in 38 years leading the sidelines while elevating Hofstra men’s soccer to a national level Roche is looking to continue to raise. “It’s an incredible honor to be chosen to not only take over Hofstra but to replace Richie who’s been my boss and my friend for so many years,” said Roche, an Ireland native who spent the last 10 seasons as an assistant under Nuttall. The momentum from the season opener carried over three days later when the Pride (2-0-1) knocked off American at home on Aug. 23 with goals from junior forward Bastian Carlman and Keane. The 2-0 start moved Hofstra to 13th in the national rankings and they stayed unbeaten after a 1-1 draw at Stony Brook in the CAA opener last Saturday. Roche was an instrumental part of Hofstra’s recent success that included four straight Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) titles and five straight NCAA Tournament appearances. The Pride went 14-5-1 in Nuttall’s final season and reached the third round of the NCAA Tournament for the third time in five years with a 3-2 upset win at number-one ranked Vermont, the defending national champions. “Going back to 2021 when we won the CAAs and got to the Sweet 16 the first time from that point onwards our success has allowed us to recruit great players,” Roche said. “We believe we have really good players and we then have to make sure they’re good people who buy into the Hofstra style of soccer.” The first year since 1988 of someone other than Nuttall spearheading Hofstra men’s soccer features a largely new team with just six returners who saw game action last year. The backline is anchored by fifth-year defender Pietro Santi, an Italy native who garnered CAA Preseason Player of the Year honors. Santi was part of a defensive unit last season that surrendered less than one goal per game and recorded seven shutouts. “He’s the general on the field, he’s the coach on the field and he keeps our backline incredibly organized,” Roche said of Santi. “A lot of the work he does goes unnoticed but at the end of the game when we’ve limited the opponent to very few chances a lot of that is to do with him and his organization.” Roche has also been pleased with other members of the defense so far this season including Anthony Grodzki and Joel Bona, a transfer from the University of Rhode Island, along with freshman Ben Schulz at left back. Milo Risenhoover, a fifth-year goalkeeper who arrived at Hofstra from University of the Pacific, is also shining on the defensive end early in the season. The Portland, Ore.. native garnered CAA Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording seven saves in Hofstra’s first two matches including four stops in the Bucknell victory. The offense has been largely carried early on by Keane, a 6-foot-5 graduate transfer from Auburn Montgomery University in Alabama, and Bastian Carlman, who has netted three goals. Roche is looking for a collective scoring effort this season that also includes

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Jack Benham, right, and the Pride opened the campaign in winning fashion topping Bucknell, 2-1. many other potential offensive weapons including Lewis Matton, David Citron, Marc Perkuhn, Lewis Johnson and Schulz. Hofstra was picked to place first in the CAA North Division, which also includes Stony Brook, Monmouth, Drexel and Northeastern. The Pride’s CAA home opener is scheduled for this Saturday against Drexel at 7 p.m. Roche has pieced together a challenging non-conference schedule to position Hofstra for a possible at-large NCAA Tournament which the Pride obtained last year after falling to Stony Brook in the CAA semifinals. Hofstra hosts 7th-ranked Vermont in a rematch of last year’s NCAA Tournament thriller on Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. and Ivy League power Princeton on Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. “We got unlucky in the semifinals last year but because we had a tough schedule and our national ranking was high we still got into the tournament,” Roche said. “We’ve got a long way to go with a lot of really difficult games coming up, but with the difficulty of the schedule we have if we get 11 or 12 wins you would imagine we would be in that position again.”

Pietro Santi, right, anchors Hofstra’s defense.

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Advocates call for county to cut ties with ICE New state law, which Blakeman calls ‘completely misguided,’ orders end to cooperation agreements By HAILEY FULMER hfulmer@liherald.com

With a new state law taking effect that ends local immigration enforcement agreements, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and immigrant advocates called on Nassau County last week to end its cooperation agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and comply with the law. An Aug. 25 news conference outside Nassau County Police Department headquarters, in Mineola, included members of Make the Road Action, the New York for All Coalition and the Long Island Immigrant Justice Alliance. Speakers mad the point that the new law is meant to prevent law enforcement agencies from using local resources for federal immigration enforcement. Solages said the law comes as immigrant communities face uncertainty about their status and concerns about immigration enforcement. “It’s a tumultuous time right now in our community,” she said. Fears about immigration enforcement, Solages said, can undermine public safety when residents avoid police or emergency services. “There are victims of crimes who are afraid to come forward,” she said. “There are people who are having emergency situations who are afraid to call police or ambulance because they might get into deportation proceedings.” “We need to make sure that we’re building trust with communities,” she said. Local police should continue their public safety work, Solages said, without using local resources for federal immigration enforcement. “We want to make sure that our public safety continues, our public safety officers and law enforcement keeps doing their work,”

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Robert Agyemang, the New York Immigration Coalition’s vice president of advocacy, spoke outside Nassau County Police Department headquarters in Mineola on Aug. 25, calling for an end to the county’s cooperation with ICE. she said, but not using our local resources to do federal immigration.” Kiana Bierra-Anderson, Long Island director of Make the Road New York, criticized County Executive Bruce Blakeman for using local resources to support federal immigration enforcement. “Nassau County workers are losing their jobs, children are losing their parents and small businesses are reporting losing revenues,” Bierra-Anderson said. Cheryl Keshner, a community advocate for Long Island’s Empire Justice Center, said that immigration enforcement had spread fear among immigrant resi-

dents, and could deter people from reporting crimes or seeking emergency help. Keshner raised the case of Santos Banegas Reyes, an immigrant who died after being detained by immigration authorities. She called for answers about his death, and supporters at the news conference chanted, “Justice for Santos.” The criticism came one day before Blakeman said that Nassau County would comply with the state law and end its cooperation agreement with ICE. At a news conference Wednesday in Mineola, Blakeman called the state law “completely misguided” and said it would make Nassau County less safe. “I am a law-and-order county executive,” he said. “I believe in the rule of law, even when it’s a bad law, and this is a very, very bad and dangerous law.” Blakeman added that the Nassau County attorney had notified ICE and sent termination notices to the agency. He said the county would continue working with ICE where permitted by law. “Whatever we are allowed to do within the confines of the law, we will do,” Blakeman said. Bryan Flanagan, ICE’s assistant field office director, who appeared with Blakeman, said that ending the agreement removed what he called a public safety tool. “New Yorkers deserve a clear understanding of what ended yesterday,” Flanagan said. “This decision has removed a proven public safety tool.” He said that ICE would continue its federal immigration enforcement work without the agreement. Blakeman defended the county’s previous cooperation with ICE, saying that the agreement allowed local law enforcement to work with federal authorities in cases involving people accused of crimes.

things to know RoCkViLLE CEntRE 9/11 CEREMonY By BRIAN KACHARABA bkacharaba@liherald.com

As the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 approaches, Rockville Centre is preparing for a night that carries both the weight of history and the perspective of time. For those who remember where they were that morning, the anniversary may bring back memories that have never fully faded. For younger generations, it offers a chance to learn about an event that helped shape the world they inherited. This year’s observance will again take place at the Village Green at 6 p.m. and provide an opportunity to pause amid the pace of everyday life, reflect on the passage of a quarter-century and consider the enduring lessons of loss, courage and community.

25 years later, a community remembers and reflects This year’s ceremony carries a significant place in Rockville Centre’s history, as the village marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks. The community suffered a loss, with residents among those killed in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania. That toll remains a defining part of the village’s connection to the anniversary and a reminder of how broadly the attacks reached. The 25th anniversary also comes at a time when memories of that day are increasingly separated by generations. For longtime residents and younger community members alike, the observance offers a meaningful connection to that history and its lasting impact. It also serves as a reminder of the bonds that helped the village come together in the aftermath.

Familiar traditions will honor those who were lost Residents attending this year’s observance can expect a program built around many of the elements that have become familiar at Rockville Centre’s annual remembrance. The fire and police departments, American Legion and scouting troops have participated in previous ceremonies, reflecting the many forms of service associated with the anniversary. Religious leaders have also offered prayers, while students and local musicians have provided musical tributes. These different participants give the ceremony a broad community character, bringing together people and organizations that represent service, faith, education and civic life. Together, they help create an observance that is both solemn and distinctly local.

Personal stories remain central to the 9/11 remembrance The memorial will provide the setting for the evening’s most reflective moments. During last year’s ceremony, Claire Logler, whose daughter Elizabeth was killed in the attacks, lit candles at the memorial before Rockville Centre’s 56 names were read aloud. The program also included remarks from Barton Slavin, whose brother, NYPD Lt. Zachary Slavin, later died from cancer linked to his Ground Zero work. Music and “Taps” helped close the observance. Those moments illustrated how the ceremony connects the events of 2001 with the personal stories of families, first responders and others whose lives continued to be shaped by that day. Their stories ensure that the anniversary remains personal, rather than simply historical.

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Freshmen students get the lay of the land For students stepping into South Side High School for the first time, freshmen orientation offered a chance to get the lay of the land before the halls filled with the bustle of a new school year. With Principal Patrick Walsh and a team of student leaders welcoming them in the auditorium, incoming freshmen and new entrants began getting acquainted with the campus, their future classmates and their new surroundings. The Aug. 25 orientation gave students an opportunity to hear from Walsh, some members of the faculty, and the student volunteers about life at South Side before the start of the school year. The student leaders, wearing their distinctive red T-shirts, helped set the tone for the morning as they welcomed the newest members of the school community. After the presentation, the student volunteers took the lead, guiding groups throughout the South Side campus. Students toured classrooms and other areas of the school, including the library, gymnasium and cafeteria, getting a firsthand look at the places they would soon be spending much of their time. The tours also gave the incoming students an opportunity to become more comfortable navigating the high school and to ask questions along the way. For many of the freshmen and new entrants, the familiarization with the building offered a preview of what their daily routines would look like once classes began. Schools throughout the Rockville Centre School District began the new school year last Tuesday. The orientation at South Side provided its newest students with an early introduction to the campus and the people who will help make it their school over the coming year.

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A group of freshmen “checked out” the library during their orientation tour, getting a preview of a popular place to study.

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Tyler Sheegan, Connor Ventiniglia and Richie Turnbull looked ready to turn the page and begin their South Side High School journey.

Principal Patrick Walsh offered South Side High School’s newest students a few words of wisdom on Aug. 25 before they ventured out to explore their new school.

South Side’s student leaders welcomed the newest members of the school community before leading them on a tour of the campus.

Student volunteer leader Lily Iandiorio, left, helped freshmen Maddie Jones, Reese Kuntz, Sydney Lamparello, and Camryn Kuhlmey find their way around their new school.

Several faculty members were on hand to offer advice and answer questions during the orientation.

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was a child. “He gave his life to the diner, he gave his life to the community, to the staff, family,” Elias said. The diner remained open through challenging times, including Hurricane Sandy and the pandemic. During Sandy, the Trahanas family’s home in Bellmore was destroyed, but Jimmy continued going to the diner. “He was like, ‘It’s a community story, you gotta be open,’” Elias said. Rockville Centre Mayor Francis X. Murray said that Trahanas’s commitment to the community was evident during storms and difficult weather. “Jimmy was truly a part of the fabric of our community, and his passing is a tremendous loss for all of us,” Murray wrote in a text. “He and his wife were always incredibly generous and supportive of our community, and Jimmy understood what it meant to be there for his neighbors.” For Trahanas, his greatest source of pride was his family. He and his wife, Georgia, who survives him, were married for 42 years and raised three children, Bobby, Eleni and Elias. The family lived briefly in Rockville Centre after Bobby was born before eventually settling in Bellmore.

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family was always Jimmy trahanas’s top priority. He is pictured with his wife, georgia, and granddaughter georgia, two generations of the family he cherished above all else. “He was our inspiration, and so is my mother,” Elias said. Jimmy also mentored his sons in business. Elias said his most important lessons came from watching his father work and later working with him. “He would say, ‘How do you do one thing is how you do everything,’” Elias said. “‘You don’t leave anything for tomorrow that you can do today. You

can’t procrastinate because the most valuable thing you have in life is time, and you can’t waste it, especially in business.’” Elias and Bobby later built their own business ventures, including food and beverage concessions at Robert Moses and Jones Beach state parks, which are still in existence. Elias helps run The Lannin at Jones Beach with Bobby and

the Golden Reef with Georgia. “He was a sweetheart,” Elias said. “I mean, the nicest, most giving man possible.” Carolyn Stone, a diner customer who knew Trahanas for more than 25 years, said his devotion to his family was evident to those who knew him. “He was dedicated to his family, he was … like the typical Greek-American success story, an American dream immigrant,” Stone said. “That’s what he was. He was like the epitome of that, and just hardworking. He started at the bottom with nothing, and worked his way up.” Elias said his father was grateful for Rockville Centre, and understood that the diner’s success was tied to the community that supported it. “Honestly, it was overwhelming, the support and love they gave,” Elias said. “I wish my father knew how many people loved him in the community.” In addition to his wife, Trahanas is survived by their son Bobby and his wife, Maria; their daughter, Eleni; their son Elias and his wife, Effie; their grandchildren Georgia, James and Georgia; and his sisters, Panagiota and Christina. A funeral service was held Aug. 19 at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Merrick.

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“Just another band from East L.A,” is the legendary band’s motto. Since 1973, Los Lobos has been putting their own spin on Mexican folk music to embrace rock, punk, country, soul, R&B, and more. The band broke through with its Grammywinning 1983 recording “Anselma” and 1984’s “How Will the Wolf Survive?,” but its biggest commercial success came with its 1987 cover of Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba,” which topped charts in the U.S. and U.K. Over five decades, the band has built a devoted international following with its adventurous recordings and acclaimed live performances.. But perhaps its most lasting impact will be how well its music embodies the idea of America as a cultural melting pot. The reseult is a new sound that’s greater than the sum of its parts.

Friday, Sept. 4, 7 p.m. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Contact nassaucountyny. gov for information.

Ease into the new season in color By Karen Bloom

all may be knocking on the door, but there’s no need to put away the flowers just yet. As the seasons shift, summer’s vibrant blooms can continue to brighten patios, porches, balconies and interiors, offering an easy way to savor the lingering days of warm weather. Whether enjoyed beside a favorite book and a cold drink or gathered into a colorful centerpiece, fresh flowers can make even an ordinary afternoon feel like a celebration. There are endless ways to bring that seasonal beauty to your surroundings. In fact, this in-between time of year can be one of the best times to enjoy summer’s bounty when the garden is still generous with color but the first hints of autumn are beginning to appear. The key is to have fun with it. Mix colors, textures, greenery and branches, experiment with different containers and let the flowers reflect the season — and your own personality. With a little creativity, you can keep summer’s cheerful spirit around a while longer while gently welcoming the cozy days of fall.

Let summer linger

Late-summer gardens are still bursting with possibilities. Dahlias, gladioli and lilies come in an astonishing range of colors, shapes and sizes — and they make stunning arrangements. Rather than reaching for a ready-made bouquet, gather a mix of loose flowers, foliage and branches and create your own. Arrange them in a favorite vase or container, then display the finished bouquet indoors or outside for an instant dose of color.

Make a statement

Let your floral arrangements reflect your personal style. Choose a sturdy vase or planter for outdoor displays, or scatter several smaller vessels across a table for a more playful look. To help cut flowers stay fresh, trim the stems diagonally before placing them in water and keep arrangements in a

shady spot. Change the water regularly and, during lingering warm spells, check them daily. Outdoors, a few rocks or some sand in the bottom of a container can help keep it steady when the breeze picks up. For an inviting finishing touch, surround your arrangement with candles, lanterns or other seasonal accents. A simple floral display can turn a patio table into a cozy gathering spot for those last leisurely days outdoors. Let nature have its moment Summer-flowering bulbs can keep the garden colorful for weeks, while also attracting pollinators and supporting biodiversity. Remove spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, and remember that some bulbs, including dahlias and gladioli, can be lifted after flowering and stored in a frost-free place to replant next year. And there’s a whole world of unusual bulbs to consider for future gardens, including calla lilies, pineapple lilies, freesias and Blazing Star. Planning ahead now can help ensure another spectacular display when warm weather returns.

A lily for all seasons

If lilies are already growing in your garden, you have an especially versatile bloom at your fingertips. Their elegant flowers range from pristine white and creamy yellow to rich reds and purples — making them equally at home on a terrace, balcony or dining table. Potted lilies can also transition easily between outdoor and indoor spaces. A bouquet of lilies makes a beautiful statement on its own, but they also pair effortlessly with other seasonal flowers. Combine them with dahlias and gladioli in late summer, or bring them into fall with branches and foliage for an arrangement with a more autumnal feel. With their variety of colors, forms and fragrances, lilies offer endless opportunities to refresh a floral display as the seasons change.

Blooms for the soul

Flowers do more than brighten a room — they can brighten a mood, too. There’s something inherently soothing about selecting blooms, arranging them in a vase and taking the time to appreciate their color, texture and fragrance. Even the simple ritual of creating a bouquet can provide a welcome moment of calm. So before summer slips away completely, gather a few favorite blooms and bring them to the table. After all, there’s no better way to ease into fall than with a little beauty still in bloom.

Australian Pink Floyd Show The Australian Pink Floyd Show’s The Happiest Days Of Our Lives – Greatest Hits 26 Tour is a collection of greatest hits that resonate deeply with Pink Floyd fans everywhere. This critically acclaimed tribute has been astonishing audiences worldwide for nearly 40 years. Striving to reproduce the Pink Floyd experience and bring the music to new audiences, the show features a new stage set and video animation, cutting-edge lighting, precision lasers, massive inflatables, and impeccable live sound, TAPFS promises to offer an unforgettable experience for both long-time fans and newcomers.

Wednesday, Sept. 9, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

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Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes The Lords of 52nd Street, the legendary New York band known for backing up Billy Joel and classic hits.

The St. Agnes Knights of Columbus Council No. 2548 hosts its next blood drive at the St. Agnes Parish Center. Blood donors save lives, and while only three percent of the community provides 100 percent of the blood supply, firsttime donors are welcome and encouraged to join the effort.

• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

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• Where: 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 1-3 p.m. • Contact: rvclibrary.org or (516) 766-6257

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Storybook Stroll

Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for a Storybook Stroll. Little listeners are invited to participate in a guided stroll through the Gardens, with a reading of “Mossy” by Jan Brett. The new and improved stroll route starts out at the map stand. Along the way, discover nature’s wonders, in the formal gardens. The tour ends at the Thatched Cottage with a story and hands-on craft for each child to take home. • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens.org or call (516) 333-0048

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• Where: 29 Quealy Place, Rockville Centre • Time: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • Contact: John Madson at (516) 306-9217

Poetry workshop

Rockville Centre Public Library welcomes all to “The Poet’s Craft,” inviting adults to explore the techniques of accomplished poets while developing their own creative voice. Participants analyze and discuss the work of established poets before applying those literary techniques to their own writing in a supportive, hands-on workshop designed to transform everyday moments into memorable poetry.

Amazing Animal Encounter

Join Long Island Children’s Museum’s animal educator in the Hive Studio in the Feasts for Beasts Gallery to learn what goes into the care of the museum’s “residents.” Meet some of our real-life animals up close. • Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City • Time: 1:30-2 p.m. • Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

Blood Drive

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‘The Rocketman Show’

Remember when rock was young? You will after this enthralling show, on the Paramount stage. Crash land into your seat with The Rocket Man Show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson — Elton John’s official stunt and body double for various “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” world tour projects. Hand picked by Elton and David Furnish for the role, it was Rus’ own live Broadway-esque production “The Rocket Man Show” that got him noticed. Witness the magic and live persona of a 1970’s Elton, recreated like no other. Rus storms around the stage with a fun-loving sense of flamboyance; part diva, part soccer player, killer vocalist, fierce piano player, all rock and roller. This is a detailed re-creation of Elton concert’s • Where: The Paramount, that’s not to be missed. Anderson’s painstaking attention to detail includes 370 New York Ave., Huntington wearing gorgeous, colorful and spectacular costumes, including Elton’s iconic • Time: 8 p.m. boots, glasses and jumpsuits from 1973, as well as a sparkly Swarovski • Contact: ticketmaster.com or tuxedo from 1984. paramountny.com

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First RVC Homemakers meeting

Rockville Centre Homemakers kick off their 2026-27 year with their first meeting at the Rockville Centre Recreation Center. The welcoming creative community is a place where friendships are made, talents are shared and creativity comes to life. Members share their skills through activities including healthy cooking, knitting, crocheting, sewing, wood carving, crafts, canasta and mahjongg. The group also participates in community service projects benefiting local hospitals, homeless shelters, veterans groups and charities. The Homemakers meet on Tuesdays following the publicschool schedule. New members are welcome. • Where: 111 North Oceanside Road, Rockville Centre • Time: 10 a.m.–noon • Contact: Karen at (516) 318-6771 or MaryAnn at (516) 672-5815; Facebook: RVCHomemakers

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Flu shots for seniors

Nassau County Legislator Scott M. Davis is partnering with Northwell Health’s Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital to provide free flu shots for seniors at Rockville Centre Public Library. No appointment is required, and the clinic is open to seniors seeking to get vaccinated before flu season. • Where: 221 N. Village Ave. • Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. • Contact: (516) 571-6201 or sdavis@nassaucountyny.gov

for her role as Emily Gilmore on the Emmy Award-winning series “Gilmore Girls,” Bishop discusses her memoir, “The Third Gilmore Girl,” and reflect on her sixdecade career in entertainment, including her Tony Award-winning performance in the original Broadway production of “A Chorus Line” and roles in “Dirty Dancing” and other acclaimed projects. Each ticket includes a paperback copy of her memoir. • Where: Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

BOE meets The first Board of Education meeting of the 2026-27 school year is open to the public, This is an opportunity to learn about district matters and upcoming initiatives. • Where: 140 Shepherd St., Rockville Centre • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: (516) 255-8947

The Village of Rockville Centre Board of Trustees holds their next meeting. All are welcome.

An evening with Kelly Bishop

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The Madison Theatre and Theodore’s Books presents an evening with award-winning actress Kelly Bishop. Best known

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Rockville Centre Library screens “Project Hail Mary,” as part of its in-person movie series. The PG-13 film, follows a lone astronaut who awakens on a desperate mission to save humanity and must rely on science, ingenuity and an unexpected ally to survive. The screening is open to adult movie fans looking to enjoy a film afternoon at the library. • Where: 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 2-4 p.m. • Contact: rvclibrary.org or (516) 766-6257

Healthy Kids Running Series, a five-week youth running program for children ages 2-14 of all abilities, is held each Sunday at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center beginning Sept. 13 through Oct. 11. The program will feature age-appropriate weekly races designed to help children build confidence, perseverance and healthy habits in a fun, supportive environment. The series will include a Challenger Division for children with disabilities and/ or special needs. Registration is available at RunSignUp.com/ HKRSRVC. • Where: 111 N. Oceanside Road, Rockville Centre • Time: 3:30 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 11 • Contact: Lea Zuckerman at (I917) 797-4271 or rockvillecentreny@healthykidsrs. org

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Let’s Meet And Network On Long Island

Join in this community business networking dinner. Share advice, grow your business network, and enjoy a casual evening. Free and fun. Separate checks. RSVP needed. • Where: Oceanside IHOP, 2971 Long Beach Road • Time: 6-7:30p.m. • Contact: Register for Evite at lmnoli.com or call Mark at (516) 993-0053

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 606465/2026 COUNTY OF NASSAU __________________ PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, vs.

DANIELLE M. CURIEL GAFFNEY, AS PROPOSED COEXECUTRIX AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EILEEN CURIEL; LEON E. CURIEL, JR. A/K/A LEON E. CURIEL, AS PROPOSED COEXECUTOR AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF EILEEN CURIEL; GERALDINE HANAWAY, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA VERNET; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF EILEEN CURIEL, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA VERNET, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action;

such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; CITIBANK, N.A.; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 36 ROOSEVELT PLACE, ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570 Section: 38, Block: 160, Lot: 19 & 21 Defendants. __________________ To the above named Defendants 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. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $938,250.00 and interest, recorded on November 12, 2010, in Liber M35353 at Page 643, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 36 ROOSEVELT PLACE, ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY

OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: July 27th, 2026 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 161726

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION of LCM Design Studio, LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/16/2026 Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to 15 Vanderveer Court, NY 11570. Purpose: any lawful act. 161843 LEGAL NOTICE Village of Rockville Centre Nassau County, New York Notice of Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Date: September 9, 2026 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 September 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM Case # 21-2026 Terence Hickey & Erin Keane To construct a 10’ x 24’ in-ground pool and attached hot tub with a proposed lot coverage of 33.1% where 30.0% is the maximum allowable, a proposed setback of 5.7 feet to the rear property line and 8.0 feet to the side property line where 10.0 feet is the minimum required, and a setback to the pool equipment of 1.0 feet where 10.0 feet is the minimum required within a Residence A district. Premises known as 115

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information contained in a student’s education record as “directory information,” which may be publicly released without prior consent: 1. Student’s name 2. Student’s address 3. Student’s date of birth 4. Major field of study Directory Information 5. Participation in officially recognized activities and sports 6. Weight and height of members of athletic teams 7. Dates of attendance 8. Degrees, honors and awards received 9. Names of student’s parents 10. Most recent educational agency or institution attended by the student 11. Photography, including video, or imagery of the student (which may be released and appear to the public via mediums including, but not limited to, print and electronic media, the internet, television, or annual yearbooks published by the District). If the student from whom information is sought by the media does not want to be interviewed, photographed and/or videotaped, or if the parent/guardian of the student denies permission for media access to his/her child, such access will be denied by the building principal/designee and/or the Superintendent of Schools, upon notice of same. Each year, parents, legal guardians or students who have attained the age of 18, may request that directory information designated above not be publicly released without their consent by writing to the District Clerk at 128 Shepherd Street, Rockville Centre, NY 11570-2298, by September 30th of each school year. The student’s name, school and grade level must be included. The request not to publicly release information expires at the end of each school year. A letter must be submitted each year in order to continue nonrelease. All student educational records, and records that were created as a result of a student receiving special education services

under Part B of IDEA, may also be released to another school or postsecondary institution at which the student seeks or intends to enroll. ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Military Recruiters Access to High School Students and Information on Students The District will comply with requests from military recruiters and institutions of higher education (IHEs) for access to name, address and telephone listing of each secondary school student, except for any student whose parent (or the student if he or she is at least 18 years of age) has submitted a written request to optout of this disclosure, in which case the information will not be released without the parents’ (or student’s, if he or she is at least 18 years of age) prior written consent. Parents wishing to exercise their option to withhold such information without prior written parental consent may do so by obtaining a form from the South Side High School Main Office, completing the form, and returning it to the Principal’s Office at South Side High School by September 30th of each school year. ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Student Education Records In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (“FERPA”) and Rockville Centre School District Policy, parents and students over 18 years of age have the right to inspect and review their child’s/their student education records or to request the amendment of records believed to be inaccurate or misleading. Student education records are private unless the parent or student older than 18 consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information. FERPA authorizes disclosure of personally identifiable information without consent in limited circumstances. Procedures for such review process may be obtained from building principals or the District

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South Side football reaches 100 seasons Continued from page 1

Club Class of 2026 includes former head coach Don Sterner; members of the teams with the 44-game unbeaten streak that Sterner coached; Dom Repetto, from the 1953 team; Pat Donovan, from the 1978 team; and Michael Poulson, from the 2002 team. The Legends Club dinner is scheduled for Sept. 19, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Tap Room RVC, following South Side’s Homecoming game. Another defining chapter came in 1979, when Rich Caproni coached South Side to its first county championship. Caproni coached the program for 29 years, beginning as a junior varsity coach in 1965 and becoming head coach in 1970. He finished with 84 victories, the most in school history. But Caproni measures his legacy differently. “I was always brought up with, you’re a student athlete,” he said. “It’s all about the kids. What’s in the best interest of the kids?” The 1979 team went 7-0-2, relying on a strong running game and defense, with Larry Horl and Joe Nestola anchoring the offensive line and John Bush leading the ground game. “We decided that we could run the football,” Caproni recalled. “We were able to capitalize on that. So we adjusted, predicated on what we had talentwise, what was in, what our team was capable of doing.” “I think our grade was kind of like the perfect storm, where we all kind of melded together and we had more than a few good players,” Horl said. “We had a whole bunch of good players.” The season ended with a 6-6 tie against Lynbrook that sealed the title. Horl remembers a packed crowd and a physical game. “I remember that it was a great game,” he said. “They were a tough team and we were a tough team.” The championship remains part of Horl’s life. He still has the jacket from that season, and his son, Connor, is now

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the 1979 Cyclones, in dark jerseys, defeated Levittown division 15-14 in the second game of the season en route to a 7-0-2 record and the program’s first nassau County championship. a South Side assistant coach. “It’s full circle,” Horl said. “It’s really a great experience. It’s wonderful that he gets to do that and coach South Side, a place that I love and played at and had so much fun with. It’s a great thing.” Onesto has his own unique place in the program’s championship history. “Seeing from the other side of the coaching, and seeing how much time off the field goes into it, and how much preparation, gives me a lot more perspective on the 2001 team for the coaches that we had on that staff,” he said. More than two decades after winning a championship as a player, Onesto has a greater appreciation for what it takes to build a championship team, making the 2023 title especially meaningful. “To be able to win a championship at the school that I played at and won a championship as a player, I don’t know

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how many people get to say they’ve done that,” he said. “It meant the world to me.” Onesto also remembers the unique dynamic of the 2001 team, a group whose competitiveness did not diminish the friendships among its players. The players pushed one another intensely on the field while maintaining strong relationships away from it. “They were all best friends, but they went at each other like they were worst of enemies,” he said. “When it came to practice, they took it very seriously.” Now, South Side enters its 100th season with another opportunity. The Cyclones are the preseason No. 1 seed in Nassau County Conference III for the first time in school history. “Nobody’s going to hand us a trophy just for being the preseason No. 1,” Onesto said. “We got to come out every week and play and get ready and prepare and practice. And anything can happen.”

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wenty-five years have passed since the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. For those who lived through that day, the passage of time has not erased the memories. We remember where we were, whom we called, and the uncertainty that followed. We remember watching events unfold that seemed impossible to comprehend. Most important, we remember the people whose lives were taken and the families whose lives were forever changed. I was a young teacher on Sept. 11, 2001, and I remember the day vividly and personally. I remember the fear and confusion, the quiet conversations, and the deep concern for families waiting to hear from loved ones. In Rockville Centre and many neighboring communities, the impact was immediate and deeply personal. Members of our community worked in Lower Manhattan, served as first responders or knew someone who

did. Our schools were filled with children whose families were anxiously waiting for news. For some, that news was devastating. Those memories remain with me. So does the extraordinary courage displayed by first responders that day and throughout the difficult days, months and years that followed. To our firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, members of the military, medical professionals, and all who ran toward danger when others were trying to escape, we extend our most heartfelt gratitude. We also recognize the many first responders who later became ill because of their work at ground zero, and those who continue to live with the physical and emotional effects of their service. Their courage was not confined to one morning. For many, the sacrifice has lasted a lifetime. In the aftermath of the attacks, our country experienced tremendous fear. We worried about what might come next, and whether we would ever feel secure again. Yet amid that fear, there was also a profound sense of pride in

our nation and a renewed connection with our neighbors. People checked on one another, displayed flags, donated blood, brought food to first responders, and found countless ways to help. Differences that had seemed important suddenly felt much smaller. We were reminded that we shared something deeper. That sense of commonality is among the most important lessons we can pass on to our students. Most of the young people in our schools today were born many years after Sept. 11. For them, it is history rather than memory. Our responsibility is to help them understand not only what happened, but also the lives behind the history. We must teach them about the innocent people who were lost, the bravery of those who responded, the grief carried by families, and the compassion that brought communities together. The Rockville Centre Public Schools will continue to recognize Sept. 11 as the solemn day it is. Through ageappropriate lessons, remembrance ceremonies, moments of reflection and

elping students understand the lives behind the history of Sept. 11.

opportunities for service, we will honor those who were lost and help students understand the significance of the day. We will also continue to create opportunities for students to learn from first responders, veterans and community members whose experiences offer lessons in courage, sacrifice and service. Remembering Sept. 11 must be about more than looking back. It should also influence how we live today. We honor those we lost when we choose empathy over division, service over self-interest and community over isolation. We honor them when we recognize our shared humanity and take responsibility for one another. Our district’s mission calls on students to act with integrity and empathy and to lead with imagination and purpose. On this anniversary, those words carry special meaning. Schools have an important role in creating community, helping young people understand one another, and preserving the stories that must never be forgotten. May we also remember how, during one of our country’s darkest moments, neighbors reached for one another and found strength together. Matthew Gaven is superintendent of the Rockville Centre school district.

Fulfilling our promises to the 9/11 community

ecades after the worst terrorist attacks in our history, on Sept. 11, 2001, we continue to feel the aftershocks here on Long Island and beyond. As we approach the 25th anniversary of that day, our nation has a solemn obligation to honor the innocent victims, the first responders and their families, and to hold the perpetrators accountable. Honoring our heroes and the 9/11 community includes guaranteeing that survivors have access to the health care they need. We must also ensure that those still grappling with the loss of family members receive the compensation they are owed from the governments that supported the attacks. Finally, it is our duty to preserve the memories of our fallen first responders. In Congress, I will continue to fight for the 9/11 community and ensure that impacted families receive the justice, care and recognition they deserve. After the attacks, first responders, survivors and volunteers who worked at what became ground zero developed

debilitating conditions from their exposure to toxins. The tireless advocacy of leaders of the 9/11 community led to the creation of the World Trade Center Health Program in 2011, which became a lifeline for thousands to receive care at no cost. That includes nearly 7,000 survivors in New York’s 4th Congressional District. But the program has faced ongoing funding shortages. That’s why I proudly championed bipartisan legislation to right this wrong and fully fund its work. This year the bill became law, and provided long-sought certainty for the thousands of Americans who rely on the WTCHP. Despite this victory, the administration has disrupted the program by removing leadership, cutting staff and driving up wait times for critical care. I joined my New York congressional colleagues on both sides of the aisle to demand that the administration honor its duty to the 9/11 community and reverse course. No one whose health was affected should ever worry about accessing the care they require. We must also ensure that the governments that supported Al Qaeda pay what they owe victims’ families. In 2015,

Congress established the United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund for victims’ families to obtain some justice and compensation from the perpetrators. While no amount of money can ever make up for the devastating losses of Sept. 11, this fund will provide some relief to the families. They have obtained legal judgments against countries that supported Al Qaeda, including Iran, but those judgments remain unpaid. That’s why I led a bipartisan effort urging President Trump to ensure that Iran pays the billions of dollars it owes to 9/11 families. I also introduced bipartisan legislation to provide targeted financing to ensure that the fund dependably delivers compensation to victims’ families. For 25 years they have waited for justice for what they have endured, and I won’t stop fighting to ensure that they receive it. Finally, we can never forget, nor fully repay, the 9/11 first responders. We can, however, honor their courage by ensuring that their names are never forgotten. Thousands of them, including Detectives Luis Alvarez, Brian Lavin and Patrick Franzone, from Nassau County, embodied the very best of our

e must continue to honor those who died, and take care of the survivors.

nation before their lives were tragically cut short by 9/11-related illnesses. To preserve their memory, I proudly passed bipartisan legislation to fund the National September 11 Memorial and Museum so that future generations can learn the history of that dark day. To honor Alvarez, I recently introduced legislation that would rename the U.S. post office in his hometown of Oceanside in his memory. Alvarez was a staunch advocate for his fellow 9/11 first responders, and moved Congress to permanently replenish the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund before he died of cancer in 2019. I’m proud to have the support of the entire New York delegation, Democrats and Republicans, behind this bill and to move it closer to passage, forever memorializing Alvarez’s legacy. As the historic anniversary approaches, there is still much more work to do to honor and care for the 9/11 community. I won’t stop fighting to ensure that our first responders and survivors have the care they need, that 9/11 families obtain justice and compensation from the financiers of the heinous attacks, and that our lost heroes are never forgotten. We owe the 9/11 community a solemn duty, and we must continue to fulfill it. Laura A. Gillen represents the 4th Congressional District.

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s a new school year gets underway, students are returning to classrooms on campuses across Long Island. They are also returning to athletic fields, courts, tracks and pools, rehearsal halls and laboratories, where they will spend countless hours training, practicing and studying for everything from football games to band and choir concerts and stage productions to science fairs and art shows, at which they will represent their schools. That makes this an ideal time for communities to remember that supporting local schools means more than voting on the district budget, following test scores and celebrating a championship after the fact. One of the simplest and most meaningful ways residents can support young people is by showing up. Extracurricular school activities are an important part of the fabric of our communities. For students, participation is about far more than wins and losses or hitting the perfect musical note. These activities offer them opportunities to build confidence, learn discipline, develop teamwork and leadership skills, overcome adversity and form friendships that can last long after graduation. The lessons learned from being part of a team, a music ensemble or the cast

letters Our laws assume, incorrectly, that our leaders have integrity To the Editor: The fundamental faith of its people that elections are fair and safe are the hallmarks of a democracy. Sowing doubt is how autocracies take hold. In other countries, it is illegal to spread false or seriously misleading information attacking the integrity of the electoral process. Article 323 of Brazil’s Electoral Code makes it a crime for candidates to knowingly spread false facts about political parties or candidates. Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting to overturn the results of the 2022 election after spreading unfounded claims about election fraud. In this country, there are slander and defamation laws. However, politicians are exempt. Why? In England, Section 106 of the Representation of the People Act 1983 makes it illegal to make a false

of the school play can’t be taught in a classroom. Working with peers toward a common goal teaches cooperation and accountability. Performing in public, whether leaping to spike a volleyball or playing an instrument, requires courage and confidence. But while coaches, advisers and families play essential roles in supporting these students, the encouragement of the larger community matters, too. An energetic crowd sends a message to students that their efforts are noticed and appreciated. It lets them know that the hours they’ve devoted to practicing over the summer, after school and on weekends mean something beyond the performance. It reminds them that they aren’t simply playing for themselves, but representing a school and a community that is behind them. And supporting your schools’ athletes and performers doesn’t have to be complicated. Get in the car. Bring the family. Invite a friend or neighbor. Spend an afternoon at a soccer match or a crosscountry meet. Attend the concert. Go to the play. You don’t need to know every rule. You don’t need to have a child or a grandchild on the team or on the stage. You just have to show up. Attending a school event can also be a reminder of what makes a community

special. Games and performances bring students, parents, teachers, alumni and neighbors together. They’re an opportunity for community members to see young people working hard, supporting one another and taking pride in the name on their uniforms. The musician performing on stage, the artist displaying a painting and the student presenting a science project deserve encouragement just as much as the athlete scoring a goal. Supporting students means recognizing achievement, effort and creativity in all their forms. As the new academic year takes shape, residents of every school district should make an effort to get out of the house and become part of the experience. Check the local school calendar, and choose a game, performance or event. Our schools are among the centers of community life, and the students who walk their halls today will help shape our communities tomorrow. A few hours spent cheering them on may seem like a small gesture, but to a young person who looks into the crowd and sees a community supporting them, that can mean the world. This school year, let’s do more than applaud our students from afar. Let’s show up for them.

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re there safe alternatives to PFAS, the so-called forever chemicals? yes, plenty of them. As a 2024 article in Smithsonian magazine began: “On April 6, 1938, a group of chemists at duPont gathered around part of their latest experiment: a plain metal cylinder. it supposedly contained tetrafluoroethylene, a colorless gas. But when they opened the valve, no gas came out. … eventually someone realized they needed to cut open the cylinder to see what was going on. They found the interior of the metal unexpectedly coated with a slippery white powder.” “Since it was discovered,” the piece continued, “Teflon and its chemical descendants, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, have spread everywhere. … These molecules are so common that a 2015 study found the chemicals in 97 percent of Americans’ blood. And once they make it into our bodies, medical researchers are finding that the long-lasting chemicals could be wreaking havoc.” indeed, a study by the international Journal of environmental

Letters statement about a candidate’s personal character or conduct to affect an election. Candidates can be disqualified from standing for or holding office for three years. More serious corrupt practices can result in a five-year disqualification. Authoritarian regimes send militias to the polls, and spread false claims of voter fraud to intimidate voters and undermine confidence in elections. Are Republicans in this country acting any differently? The one lesson we should have learned from Jan. 6, 2021, is that our laws depend too heavily on the integrity of those in power. Our Constitution has baby teeth — important protections that can be too easily ignored or exploited by those willing to disregard democratic norms. Congress must enact stronger laws to give our democracy its permanent teeth: clear, enforceable safeguards with real consequences for those who try to undermine it. ClAudiA BOReCky President, Bellmore Merrick Democratic Club Merrick

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Research and Public Health, and other studies, have linked PFAS to maladies including cancer. duPont’s motto through the years has been Better living Through Chemistry. A lawsuit brought in July by New york state Attorney General letitia James questions that rosy slogan, presenting evidence that the suit claims shows that duPont and other corporations “knew for decades that PFAS pose substantial dangers to public health and the environment.” With Suffolk and Nassau counties dependent on a sole-source aquifer that is being impacted by PFAS, and with people elsewhere in the nation and world affected in a variety of ways, what are the safe alternatives? in fact, substitute products are listed and clearly presented on a variety of websites. An excellent online source is that of the Washington, d.C.-based environmental Working Group. Others include PFAS Central, of the Californiabased Green Science Policy institute, and the Natural Resources defense Council. even the American Chemical Society offers a list of “530 potential alternatives to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, PFAS,” acknowledging that they are “linked to health risks” includ-

ing “certain cancers.” The environmental Working Group presents hundreds of listings divided by “Products Covered,” Brand” and “Company Policy,” and links to them for further details. under “Carpets and Rugs,” for example, the retail chain lowe’s states that “all [of its] indoor residential carpet and rugs are free of PFAS chemicals.” under “Cookware,” Green life states, “We’ve cut out the toxins — PFAS, PFOA … so you can cook without worry.” under “Cosmetics & Personal Care,” Sephora says, “PFAS compounds: Prohibited.” under “dental Care,” Radius Floss says, “Our uSdA Organic Floss is 100% … PFAS free.” under “Food Packaging,” Pactiv evergreen says its products are “PFAS-free.” under “Furniture, Office & Bedding,” Herman Miller says its products are “PFAS-free.” under “Apparel,” levi Straus & Co. says it bans “all related PFAS” in its clothing. As to claims that there are no alternatives to a given toxic product, a historical example of that not ringing true involves the Monsanto Company and polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs. Monsanto started manufacturing PCBs in 1929, and, decades later, feared that they would be banned in the united

here are safe alternatives to the harmful chemical descendants of Teflon.

States after being outlawed in Japan. There, PCBs had leaked into rice oil, people got sick and some died. PCBs were being used widely, especially as an insulating fluid in electrical systems. despite Monsanto’s claims that there were no adequate substitutes, PCBs were banned in the u.S. in 1979. What has substituted for them? Nothing space-age — just mineral oil. in New york state, there’s an initiative called PFAS-Free Ny, which describes itself as a “broad group of organizations, advocates and impacted community members who have come together to fight for a PFAS-free New york.” earlier this year, it issued a statement headed, “limiting PFAS exposure is Central Priority for Advocates This legislative Session.” Several measures on PFAS didn’t make it through the State legislature last year. Assemblywoman deborah Glick, of Manhattan, chair of the chamber’s environmental Conservation Committee, says that PFAS “have infiltrated our bodies and the environment, creating a toxic cycle that endangers both people and ecosystems. The only way to break this cycle is to eliminate these chemicals.” Karl Grossman has been an investigative reporter in a variety of media for more than 50 years. He is a professor of journalism at the State University of New York at Old Westbury.

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