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The Rockville Centre Police Department Color Guard starting off the 9/11 memorial ceremony on Sunday night.

The Village of Rockville Centre held its 22nd annual remembrance ceremony last Sunday on the village green, honoring the men and women who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, and all those who have died since then from the effects of their efforts at ground zero. The ceremony began with the presentation of the Police Department Color Guard, followed by the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Boy Scout Troop 40 and Girl Scout Troop 846, and the performance of the national anthem by Amalia Breen, Megan Chiara, James Herald, Cayleigh Ricchiuti and Reagan Zelles. “Let me renew our deepest condolences to the famiConTinueD on PaGe 10

Town officials to recognize Suicide Awareness Month By DANIEl oFFNER doffner@liherald.com

the tools to identify and nity on suicide prevenunderstand that in life, tion, provide support you’re going to somefor those in crisis, and times have problems,” ultimately put an end JohN o’ShEA O’Shea said. “We don’t to suicide. need to wait for a cure. John O’Shea, one of co-founder and vice president, the co-founders and the Ryan Patrick O’Shea Foundation Talk saves lives. Talk gives people the power vice president of the to get past their pain Ryan Patrick O’Shea Foundation, said that what he hoped and struggles. You’re not the only one people would take away from the conver- that’s going through it.” Suicide is a major public health probsation is that suicide is preventable. “What we’re doing, and what we’re lem, and one of the leading causes of trying to do, is give the kids in schools death in the United States according to Bal, Oce, Roc

In recognition of Suicide Awareness Month, the Town of Hempstead has teamed up with the Ryan Patrick O’Shea Foundation of Rockville Centre to host their first suicide prevention and awareness event, on Sept. 26, at the Nathan L.H. Bennett Pavilion in Hempstead. Town officials and community advocates will gather for a community forum to discuss the need to increase mental health awareness, educate the commu-

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Mercy Hospital celebrates Pinktember 14th

ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD — September 21, 2023

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Catholic Health’s Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month a few weeks early, with its fifth annual Pinktember 14th event. Hundreds of people from the hospital community and surrounding area gathered on the lawn on Wednesday afternoon for this fun and informative event on breast cancer awareness. Pinktember 14th is a celebration that was created by Mercy Hospital more than five years ago as an informative lunch and learn, with the goal of spreading the importance of early detection while reinforcing the support programs available to the entire community. Since then it has continued to grow bigger each year as a precursor to gear everyone up for Breast Cancer Awareness month in October. “Breast Cancer Awareness should be all year round,” Joseph Manopella, president of Mercy Hospital, said. “It’s not only an October thing. I don’t think there is anyone who doesn’t know someone who has been impacted by breast cancer.” Dr. Lynette Mendoza, head of breast surgical oncology at Mercy Hospital, said that since 2000 the mortality rate of those diagnosed with breast cancer has plummeted 43 percent. “About 460,000 lives are saved each year thanks to early detection,” Mendoza said. Keisha Hinds, a patient access employee at Mercy and breast cancer survivor, attested to the importance of early detection. “I went and got a mammogram every year,” Hinds said. “It’s very important to get your breasts checked.” Hines has been cancer-free for five years now. She was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer in September 2018, and thanks to early detection, doctors were able to address it before it spread. During the event attendees were provided

Chief Nursing Officer Christopher Ruppert gets dunked as part of the Pinktember fundraiser.

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Mercy Hospital’s leadership celebrated the occasion by volunteering for the dunk tank. the opportunity to meet-and-greet with physicians and lear n more about screening options, resources on breast health, and remembrance and survivor activities provided by the hospital and surrounding community. Among the activities this year was a dunk tank, a fan-favorite among hospital staff, where members of the hospital’s executive team volunteered to take a dip to help raise money for the radiology and imaging departments. The event also included giveaways, entertainment, games, and refreshments including healthy smoothies, cotton candy, and soft serve ice cream with pink sprinkles. Vendors at this year’s event also included Mercy’s Radiology and Imaging departments, Hospital physicians, genetic counselors, dieticians, the Rockville Centre Breast Cancer Coalition, the American Cancer Society, Adelphi Breast Health Center and more.

Lucy Cavanaugh, left, and Laura Altman with the Rockville Centre Breast Cancer Coalition participated in the event.

Mercy employee and cancer survivor Keisha Hinds, left, became ‘breast friends’ with Regina Heaney five years ago, when she was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer.

Linda Jackson dresses for the occasion at Mercy’s Pinktember celebration.

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A resident of S. Long Beach Road reported on Sept. 13 that she was the victim of a phone scam.

A motorist reported on Sept. 11 that his vehicle was struck by another vehicle that left the scene of the accident while driving on Sunrise Highway. The driver of the vehicle that left the scene was located after further investigation and was issued a traffic ticket for leaving the scene of an accident.

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Nassau County Police report that two fatal car accidents took place along Peninsula Boulevard in Rockville Centre on Sunday, Sept. 17. According to detectives, the first accident took place just after 4 a.m., when a 20-year-old male lost control of his 2010 Nissan Altima and struck several trees while headed southbound on Peninsula Boulevard, near the Southern State Parkway. Authorities indicated that a female passenger, later identified as Merlin Lopez, 28, of Woodmere, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver and a 32-year-old female passenger both sustained severe injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital, where they are reported to be in critical condition.

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A Nassau County Police Medic discovered the second accident just after 10:30 p.m. along the same roadway, just a mile south of the Southern State Parkway. The driver, who was identified as a 24-year-old male, was traveling southbound in a 2006 Mini Cooper, when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. According to police, the driver sustained injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. The male passenger, also in his twenties, was pronounced dead at the scene. Both investigations are still ongoing at this time. –Daniel Offner

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Celebrate the Halloween season during the 12th annual Spooky Fest at The Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, every weekend this October. This special event focuses on providing family-friendly activities and at t r a c t i o n s fo r t h e c o m m u n i t y, including decorated wooded paths and festivities with eerie lighting, special effects and popular Halloween characters. “Long Islanders with children are searching for family-friendly events they can enjoy together with Halloween activities,” Dr. Ray Ann Havasy, executive director of The Center for Science, said in a release. “Spooky Fest offers a one-of-a-kind experience with seasonal attractions and activities families can enjoy together and build lasting memories. We encourage attendees to join in the fun and dress up in their costumes and share their Halloween spirit with us.” During the event, parents are invited to experience some of the nonscary attractions, including the “Enchanted Halloween Walk.” Visitors are invited to take a walk through the woods and enjoy all of the colorfully lit Halloween decorations. There will also be spooky stories and a chance to meet some friendly Halloween characters along the way including butterflies, friendly ghosts, happy scarecrows, dinosaurs, aliens and Cin-

derella’s carriage complete with a prince and princess. Other activities include Halloween arts and crafts, fortune telling, face painting and a DJ playing Halloween and other great music. New to Spooky Fest 2023 is an interactive glow tent. Also retur ning is the “Spooky Woods,” a quarter mile walk through the dark woods of the Tanglewood Preserve. This special attraction includes the sights and sounds of animatronic zombie dinosaurs, eerie smoke and lights and other spooky Halloween displays. Unlike any attraction on Long Island, visitors will enjoy a moderately “scary” thrill without jump out scares and is recommended for children ages 7-10. Spooky Fest 2023 takes place at The Center for Science, Teaching and Learning at the Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road in Rockville Centre from Oct. 6 - Oct. 8, Oct. 13 Oct. 15, Oct. 20 – Oct. 22, and Oct. 27 Oct. 29. The event is open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., rain or shine. For tickets and more information visit CSTL.org. Admission is $22 for non-scary attractions and $27 for the all-inclusive event featuring admission to “The Spooky Woods.” Tickets are available in advance online on a limited first-come, first served basis. Ages 2 and older must have a purchased ticket.

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South Side developing its identity By MICHAEL LEWIS sports@liherald.com

MARCIE IANNICO Hewlett Senior Soccer A FIFTH-YEAR performer on the varsity pitch, Iannico enters the 2023 campaign in search of a third consecutive All-County award as she looks to help lead the Bulldogs into the playoffs. She started on the right foot, scoring twice Sept. 5 as Hewlett defeated Valley Stream North. Her second goal of the game was the 30th of her high school career. She had 12 goals as a sophomore and followed up with 13 tallies last season.

games to watch Thursday, Sept. 21 Boys Soccer: East Meadow at Uniondale ...............5 p.m. Boys Soccer: Oceanside at Freeport.......................5 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 22 Girls Soccer: MacArthur at Massapequa ................5 p.m. Football: Baldwin at Westbury ................................5 p.m. Boys Soccer: V.S. South at Hewlett ..................5:30 p.m. Football: Farmingdale at Freeport...........................6 p.m. Football: Hicksville at Oceanside ............................6 p.m. Football: Uniondale at Syosset.........................6:30 p.m. Football: Bethpage at V.S. North ............................7 p.m. Football: Garden City at MacArthur ........................7 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 23 Boys Soccer: Wantagh at Calhoun .........................9 a.m. Boys Soccer: Long Beach at Freeport .................. 10 a.m. Football: Lynbrook at Hewlett .................................2 p.m. Football: Plainedge at Wantagh .............................2 p.m. Football: Mineola at South Side .............................2 p.m. Football: North Shore at V.S. South ........................2 p.m. Football: West Hempstead at Malverne ..................2 p.m. Football: Sewanhaka at Calhoun............................2 p.m. Football: Carey at Long Beach................................2 p.m. Football: East Meadow at Massapequa .................2 p.m.

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Four games into the Nassau County girls’ soccer season, South Side coach Judi Croutier realizes her team is still developing its personality. The Cyclones are undefeated at 2-0-2 heading into this week’s action, but the finished product could be well off. It’s not how a team performs in September, but how it fares in late October in the playoffs. “Our expectations are to make it further than last year, to come together as a team in the playoffs and make a run for it,” Croutier said. Two years ago, South Side made a run for it, winning Nassau and Long Island titles before losing the state Class A final. Last year the Cyclones were eliminated by Long Beach by penalty kicks in the second round of the playoffs. Still, this could be a memorable season for the squad. The Cyclones have 16 seniors returning, compared to only three on the team last year. Their three captains comprise the spine of the team - forward Nora Basile, midfielder Reese Haley and defender Charely Doreste. “They’ve been leaders before this year,” Croutier said. “They have a great soccer IQ. They’re athletic, they are skilled. They really took ownership of the team this year, starting with our World Cup clinic over the summer with the youth in the town. They’re enthusiastic about this year. They want to work.” Three other seniors are expected to play vital roles - speedy midfielder-forward Hannah Porter, defender Morgan Harloff and Avery Testa, who is playing her fourth year in goal. The Cyclones’ two wins were at a Niskayuna, N.Y. tournament as they defeated Shaker, 3-1, and Jamesville DeWitt, 2-0. Basile, Porter and junior Sarah Schaefer scored against Shaker. Bobbie Creo and Sienna Connolly tallied against Jamesville DeWitt. “We were able to see a lot of players,” Croutier said. “We were able to play everyone on the roster up. So far, we’re

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South Side’s Sarah Schaefer, left, worked for control of the ball during its 1-1 draw with Garden City on Sept. 13. ahead of the game where we were last year.” They tied both of their Nassau matches - 0-0 against Syosset on Sept. 7 and 1-1 versus Garden City on Sept. 13. Porter scored against Garden City. This week, South Side goes from zero to 60 with three games in five days, playing three consecutive road matches - at Massapequa on Monday, MacArthur on Wednesday, and Manhasset on Friday. By the end of the week, Croutier should have a better idea of what this team is all about. One thing Croutier has learned in all her years of coaching - don’t take any-

thing for granted. South Side might be synonymous with winning; the team captured eight Long Island championships and five state titles in her firs tenure with the team. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the squad will come out on top every season. “You want to get to the counties, you want to get to each step, but it’s a privilege,” she said. “It takes some skill, some talent and a little bit of luck. You need a couple balls to bounce your way. You need to peak at the right time, be on the front foot and have limited injuries. So much has to go right for that to happen. Some people take it for granted.”

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Hundreds attend East Meadow Senior Health Expo The East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center hosted the Herald’s Senior Health & Beyond Expo on Sept. 7, part of the company’s 2023 Expo series. This community-favorite event featured more than 30 businesses and service providers sharing their expertise with Long Island residents. HearingLife conducted free hearing examinations, and HealthFirst provided music under a tent. Amy Amato, executive director of corporate relations and events at Herald Community Newspapers and RichnerLive, expressed gratitude for what she described as a fantastic turnout and beautiful day. Attendees enjoyed panel discussions led by Lori Berger, the Heralds’ sales director, who cracked a few jokes. Panelists included Katherine Reilly from CenterLight Health System, Christopher Demers of Aetna, Jill Wasser from the New York State Department of Public Service, and Pablo Rendon from Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care & Rehabilitation. Guests received goody bags from Otsuka filled with event sections, keepsakes, and valuable take-home materials. Raffle prizes included tickets to “The Play that Goes Wrong,” gift certificates and Mary Kay gift baskets. The Expo’s success was made possible by sponsors Gold and Gift Bag Sponsor Otsuka, as well as Silver Sponsors HearingLife, Atena, CenterLight Health System, Parker Jewish Health Care and Rehabilitation, Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and New York State Department of Public Service. Both guests and vendors eagerly anticipate the next expo on Monday, Oct. 16, at The Mansion at Glen Cove, 200 Dosoris Lane, in Glen Cove. Register at RichnerLive.com/ seniorexpo.

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Attendees visiting Senior Health & Beyond Expo vendors in the East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center Ballroom.

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Pablo Rendon, left, joins Dennis Perez and Carmen Quinones from Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation.

Miranda Velasquez from HearingLife, who also provided free hearing screenings to attendees.

Ana Arevalo, left, Debbie D’Amato and Katherine Reilly are all smiles at the Centerlight Health System table.

Nicola Prestano, left, and Courtney Webb at the Long Beach Rehabilitation and Assisted Living (Cassena Care) table.

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Margaret Gonzalez, left, and panelist Christopher Demers engaging with attendee.

Graziano family renovates Sandel Center kitchen

ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD — September 21, 2023

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Thanks to a generous donation from The Graziano family, the kitchen at the Sandel Senior Center has been completely renovated. Nicole Graziano, a nurse and nutritionist, who has been volunteering at the center for many years, and will oftentimes provide dietary advice and help prepare meals for the seniors, contacted Nancy Codispoti, the director of the Sandel Center, about a year ago to discuss plans to remodel the kitchen. “She called me up as I was in the kitchen, sticking a wooden spoon into the stove so it would stay closed, and said that she and her husband have decided to renovate the entire Sandel kitchen,” Codispoti said, much to the excitement of the senior community. “That is why we’re here today. Because the Graziano family has donated this entire new kitchen.” Not only did Nicole and her husband help provide the necessary funding for the renovations, her father-in-law, Michael Graziano, Sr., also dedicated his time and expertise as a kitchen designer to help install all new cabinetry, countertops, and appliances that will serve the seniors at the Sandel Center for many years to come. “I have to say this was an honor and a pleasure,” Nicole Graziano said. “Nancy has worked so hard to make this kitchen beautiful for all of you to enjoy. Everything she decided on, she had every one of you in mind to make it accessible so that you all could enjoy it as you should.” To celebrate the occasion, Codispoti invited Rockville Centre Mayor Francis Murray and Village Administrator Nancy Howard to help present a

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Friends of Senior Services board president Bruce Mirkin, left, joins Sandel Senior Center director Nancy Codispoti, Nicole Graziano, Michael Graziano, Sr., and Rockville Centre Mayor Francis Murray for the unveiling of the newly renovated Sandel Kitchen. plaque as a small gesture of gratitude for their generous benefactors. “They say Disney World is the happiest place on earth. I disagree,” Mayor Murray said. “We’re all family here. There are so many good things about our village, but the most important thing that makes it that special are the people that live here.”

After the ceremonial ribbon cutting, the kitchen was officially open to the Sandel community to enjoy. Fruit and charcuterie was served along with prosecco to provide seniors with a light snack as they basked in the shiny new kitchen complete with marble counters, a new gas stove, and a walk-in refrigerator.

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9/11 memorial adds seven more names Continued from page 1

lies and loved ones of all those lost on 9/11, and those who have succumbed from related injuries since that horrific day in American history 22 years ago,” Mayor Francis Murray said. “We know you carry pain every day. We know you bear your losses, not just in times of ceremony, but also in ordinary moments of absence in quiet minutes that can seem to stretch on for hours and days. All of us are here because we remember, and I hope knowing that is at least some measure of comfort.” Murray recognized Judge William Croutier Jr. and the RVC We Care Committee, which Croutier helped create with Murray’s father, the late former Mayor Eugene Murray and the late Anthony Brunetta, to help raise money for families of Sept. 11 victims. Together the group raised more than $1 million, and helped advocate for the village’s 9/11 memorial. “It serves as a powerful symbol for all of us, and a place for personal dedication, to keep working on remembering the past and committing to make the future even better,” Murray continued. “Few communities suffered more than Rockville Centre, but no community rallied (more) around its neighbors in the aftermath of that horrible event. As we have always done in the face of adversity, the invincible spirit of the people of this village was on full display. We lifted each other up. We responded with goodwill and generosity. We truly showed what it means to be Rockville Centre strong, and that feeling continues to this day.” Following the mayor’s presentation, Rabbi Michael Cohen, of Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth, gave an invocation. “We stand united not only as members of this community, but as human beings touched by the impact of that fateful day,” Cohen said. “In times of tragedy, it’s our collective spirit and shared values that enable us to persevere. May the Eternal One, the source of all life and peace, envelop us in protective embrace. We pray that those who lost their lives on 9/11 find eternal rest, and that their memories be a guiding light for all of us, illuminating our path towards righteousness and compassion.” Three candles were lit, and placed on the three stone pillars of the memorial by relatives and loved ones of those who died on Sept. 11. Christopher Olson and his sister, Maeve, spoke about their mother, Maureen Olson, a Rockville Centre native who died in the attacks. Christopher, now 41, said he was only 19 at the time, and was at college in Pennsylvania when he watched the tragedy unfold. “I’ve lived now longer without my mom than I did with her, which is truly staggering to think about sometimes,” he said. He recalled how he rushed back to Long Island, with the help of friends and neighbors in the Police Department who helped him through checkpoints on the trip back. “I was here in Rockville Centre for

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Boy Scout troop 40 and girl Scout troop 846 reciting the pledge of allegiance.

Brian Logler, elizabeth Logler’s brother, and marilyn o’Brien, timothy o’Brien’s mother, lit candles and placed them on the memorial. those first few months, when all of us were kind of in an extended period of shock and confusion,” Olson said. “I went back to Pennsylvania in January, and for the next few years I traveled a lot.” He studied abroad, in Germany and Sweden, but never forgot about his hometown, he said. “We’ve always had a strong community here,” Olson said, adding how much he cherishes living in the village, where he is now raising his 9-year-old daughter. “She and I play Frisbee here a lot of times when it’s nice out,” he said. “And we always make sure we take a look at the memorial, and talk about her.” Maureen Olson’s name, along with those of the 48 other village residents who died on Sept. 11, was read aloud during the ceremony. This year, there were seven addition-

al names, of those who died in the after math of the attacks: Charles F. Kerrigan, Robert E. Sullivan, Michael J. Schnitzer, FDNY Battalion Chief Stephen J. Geraghty, Daniel P. Morrissey, FDNY Battalion Chief Richard E. McGuire, and NYPD Lt. Zachary A. Slavin — all of whom died of illnesses related to the toxins in the dust from the collapsing buildings. The crowd stood as American Legion Post 303 Commander Frank Colón played taps, and Peter Garrity and Tom McNicholas performed an acoustic rendition of “America the Beautiful.” Once the colors were retired, the large crowd dispersed.

mayor francis murray reflecting on the impact of 9/11 on the community.

american Legion post 303 Commander frank Colón plays taps.

Watson welcomes heroes during Patriot’s Day

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To show their appreciation for the men and women in the community who serve each and every day to help keep us safe, the Floyd B. Watson Elementary School in Rockville Centre invited military veterans, health care professionals, police officers and volunteer firefighters for a special Patriot’s Day assembly on Friday morning.

Students embrace their heroes with hugs during the Patriot’s Day assembly on Friday.

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Watson students and faculty join school administrators, village officials, local veterans, health care professionals and members of the Rockville Centre Fire Department during its Patriot’s Day assembly on Friday.

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Dems urge Blakeman to deliver tax relief By NICOLE WAGNER nwagner@liherald.com

As renting, utilities, and grocery costs rise not just all across the country, but also here at home, Democrats inside the Nassau County Legislature are urging County Executive Bruce Blakeman to deliver tax relief ahead of the budget proposal deadline last week. Republicans, however, say that tax relief has already come — by eliminating proposed tax increases under Democrats. They’ve cited a number of proposed cost increases affecting many locally, like Liberty Utilities wanting to hike rates by nearly 35 percent. The county’s Rent Guidelines Board voting to increase rents by up to 2 percent, excluding only the Village of Hempstead. And ongoing rising food prices — which were up nearly 5 percent over last year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Democrats wanted Blakeman to deliver $128 million of tax relief, stemming from a 2021 campaign pledge from Blakeman promising to deliver property tax cuts “by over $128 million in a single year.” Blakeman did not respond to the Herald’s requests for comment. A $70-million tax cut included in the 2022 county budget, passed during the administration of Blakeman’s Demo-

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Nassau County Legislators Debra Mulé, Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, Siela Bynoe, Carrié Solages, and Arnold Drucker called on their Republican Colleagues as well as and County Executive Bruce Blakeman to deliver $128 million in tax relief. Republicans say they’re already doing it. cratic predecessor, Laura Cur ran administration, received unanimous legislative support, the Democratic legislators said during a news conference last week. “Now is the time — as good students, as elected leaders — to come together,” County Legislator Siela Bynoe said. “The entire legislature and this administration: Provide a tax break.” While tax cuts were delivered between 2018 and 2022, Democrats say last year’s budget passed under Blake-

man included no tax cut. But that’s not true, Republicans said. Richard Nicolello, the legislature’s GOP presiding officer, added his body eliminated tax increases planned under Curran between 2023 and 2025. He disputes the claim last year’s budget delivered no tax cuts, and said that relief came from cutting out a planned $35 million tax increase proposed by Democrats while Curran was still in office. Even if that were the case, Democrats don’t feel that is enough.

“At a time when the costs for various commodities are increasing across the board,” Bynoe said, “this budget provides us with an oppor tunity to embrace the principles of good government and deliver relief to taxpayers in a meaningful and impactful way.” Projections show that the county is on track to end fiscal 2023 with a significant surplus. Giving that surplus back to taxpayers — including a “modest portion” of county reserves — would make that relief possible, Democrats said. Monthly reports from the county’s budget management office indicates that another $100 million could be added to various reserves this year. Democrats credited Curran’s administration with providing a “fiscally solvent” government that “eased the burden” on Blakeman. “Unfortunately, because of poor government policies, we have two Nassau counties,” County Legislator Carrié Solages said. “One Nassau County for the very rich, headed by Bruce Blakeman. And then the Nassau County in which everyone else is there. As a result, his budget reflects that.” Everyday residents of Nassau need this relief, Bynoe said. “We need a cut,” said the Uniondale representative. “We need a reduction. And we need it now. Families are suffering, now. They need the help, now.”

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ofstra University Museum of Art’s many treasures are grand in scope and scale. It’s been a proud transformation for the museum, which began with a single gallery space, constructed in 1963. Decades later, it’s among the region’s leading arts institutions.

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“Hofstra Museum is the only nationally accredited public facing (university) museum on Long Island,” says Alexandra Giordano, the museum’s new director. The museum reaches into its vast collection once again to open its fall exhibit season with “New Perspectives: The Museum of Art at 60.” It’s a sampling of the more than 5,200 works of art in the permanent collection, which date from 1500 B.C.E. to the 21st century. Painting, prints, drawings, photographs and sculpture — with an emphasis on American and European art — are all here. African, Asian, Melanesian, and Central and South American artifacts add to the strength of the collection. “We like to think of ourselves as a learning lab for Top: Benny Andrews’ Chasty, 1961, is a mixed media, oil the campus, as well as hub for community and collage on canvas, represents a playful portrait. A enrichment and education,” Giordano says. gift to the museum by Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Tucker. That educational component also serves as foundation for arts education for students Bottom: Dong Kingman’s Harlem Girl, Harlem Girl, from pre-K through high school. undated oil and collage on masonite, captures the spirit It’s all in keeping with the museum’s and resilience of an African American woman in an mission to facilitate rich and varied cultural urban environment. A gift to the museum by Dr. Alfred and artistic explorations in an atmosphere Brotman. promoting an open exchange of ideas. anniversary,” she shares. That’s certainly what this exhibit is all “The experience was about. By Karen Bloom WHERE truly remarkable as the New Perspectives is just that: a view artworks I chose resonated of the museum’s collections through Can art change the world? It’sa showcase a question WHEN with my soul on a profound “new” eyes. Actually of 10 level. Each piece exuded a “mini exhibitions,” curated by what may • Now through Dec. 15 that’s been at the focus of our collective • Saturday and Sunday, noon-4 powerful feminine energy seem unlikely individuals. • Emily Lowe Gallery, behind p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, that both motivated and “We invitedas campus and community Emily Lowe Hall, Hofstra culture for centuries. Now society 11 a.m.-4 p.m. inspired me, leaving an members to bring us a new perspective University’s South Campus Emily Lowe Hall Gallery,at indelible mark on my available and point of view.of It’s an interdisciplinary navigates the complexities modern life, ••Information South Campus, Hempstead. Hofstra.edu/museum, or call heart and reaffirming the approach that involved alumni, students, For information (516) 463-5672 and to RSVP, importance of celebrating staff, administrative leadership art as a path for social change is atandthe call (516) 463-5672, or visit art and culture in our others,” Giordano says. “We have Hofstra.edu/museum academic community.” a place where art intersects with forefront of artisticcreated expression. Among her selections: The Dowayo peoples’ Namji the community.” Fertility Doll and George Gach’s sculpture, Maternity. These “guest curators” reviewed the “When We All Stand,” Hofstra University Museum of Art’s new examinesOther highlights include Benny Andrews’ collage collection database, examined worksexhibition, in the collective power of the arts incollection society. storage, and then made their “Chasty,” selected by Margarita Lopez, a recent alumna, Curated by Alexandra Giordano — the Their museum’s assistant director andDong Kingman’s “Harlem Girl,” another pick by selections. entries, of course, vary of in exhibitionand Darling. styleartists’ and content, dependingand upon collection — the exhibit underscores civic responsibility infltheir uence. “Their use of materials, oil on canvas, really interests focus. democratic values that “It highlights the vital role that artists haveand in activating captures their subjects,” Giordano adds. “Both artists Assemblywoman Taylor promise equality and freedom, encouraging civic engagement, and cultivating unity,” each other well.” is among those invited to otherwise complement Giordano says. “Artists often lead the Darling charge and expose truths that may be As always, public programming enhances the exhibit participate. ignored. The artists in this exhibition take a stand and call out injustices through theirexperience. art Upcoming events include a conversation “I’m deeply honored to be and activism on issues such as immigration, gender, reproductive rights, mass incarceration, with the curators, Oct. 4, at 6 p.m. The guest curators a part of Hofstra Museum 60th voting rights, racial bias, gun violence, and promises unfulfilled. They all combine thewill making discuss their selections and experiences, offering art with public service a grassroots approach the hope of mobilizing their The Dowayo peoples’ of Namji Fertility Doll, early that 20thhas century, wood with patina,inbeads, leather, insight into this collaborative exhibition. Attendees will communities and the to ignite awareness, andby inspire others to how they viewed the collection from their individual and metal, is a fascinating representation ofnation feminine powermovement, and fertility,create Gift to the museum hear Dr. and Mrs. Pascal James Imperato. outlooks. Light refreshments will be available. stand with them.” This exhibit, which runs through July 28, is in conjunction with Hofstra’s 13th presidential conference on the Barack Obama presidency coming up in April. “We were interested in the idea that the artist has a civic responsibility,” says

Martin Sexton Take a musical cross country trip with Martin Sexton, whose latest album Mix Tape of the Open Road blazing through all territories of style. Critics liken it to a charm bracelet of 12 gems all strung together with the golden thread of what Rolling Stone calls his ‘soul-marinated voice.’ Growing up in Syracuse, uninterested in the music of the day, Sexton fueled his dreams with the timeless sounds of classic rock ’n’ roll. As he discovered the dusty old vinyl left in the basement by one of his big brothers, his musical fire was lit. He has infiltrated many musical worlds, performing at concerts ranging from pop (collaborating with John Mayer) to the Jam scene to classic rock (collaborating with Peter Frampton); from the Newport Folk Fest to Bonnaroo to New Orleans Jazz Fest to Carnegie Hall. Still fiercely independent, he’s influenced a generation of contemporary artists.

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Through the decades

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In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop, Mayor Waylyn Hobbs Jr. and The Village of Hempstead host a free concert featuring Hip-Hop legends The Sugar Hill Gang, Rob Base, Hempstead native A+ and Keith Murray, Friday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m., at Denton Green. The concert in Hempstead, one of the bedrocks of early and current Hip-Hop, ncludes vendors, food and activities. Dressing in early Hip Hop-era attire encouraged. 99 James A. Garner Way, across from Village Hall, Hempstead.

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On exhibit Indie icon and National Symphony Orchestra Artistic Advisor Ben Folds visits The Paramount, on the heels of his recently released What Matters Most, Monday, Oct. 2, 8 p.m. Folds says his first full-length studio album in eight year is his most “true” to date. “There’s a lifetime of craft and experience all focused into this one record,” explains Folds. “Sonically, lyrically, emotionally, I don’t think it’s an album I could have made at any other point in my career.” One of the major music influencers of our generation, Folds’ body of genre-bending music includes a string of classic albums with Ben Folds Five and a glorious mix of collaborations and special projects. Folds is known for hits like “You Don’t Know Me”, “Way to Normal” and “Landed” but as lead singer of the famous Ben Folds Five he spent much of the ‘90s generating his success with the band. After releasing no less than six solo albums, Folds really is his own entity, with a huge number of hit songs under his belt, fans are loyal to his unique sound and continue to follow him into his 4th decade of music. Ben has worked with handfuls of notable artists through the years, both collaborating with and writing for, including Nick Hornby, Ymusic and William Shatner, including performing with some of the world’s great symphony orchestras. He has also managed to fit in writing music for hit films, proving time and again that he’s a man of many talents. he takes success in his stride and continues to be the humble musician he was been for so many decades. A self-confessed enigma, he prefers to stay out of the limelight except when touring, but can easily claim credit for some of music’s most unlikely trends. $99.50 $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $39.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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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 Leaf Dongen, Laurencin). Modigliani’s Peepers enduring influence on artists Celebrate fall even in our own time is shown and all the colors in a selection of Contemporary of the season paintings by such important with the family figures as David Hockney, Eric at Long Island Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton and Children’s Museum, Saturday, others. The exhibition is being Sept. 23, 12-2 p.m. Use your curated by Dr. Kenneth Wayne, imagination to make animal founder of The Modigliani art out of colorful leaf shapes, Project, which authenticates focusing on the seasonal shades paintings and drawings (two of vibrant yellow, deep purple, of the works in the show have and fiery orange, at the dropbeen recently approved by the in program. Suitable for ages 3 committee). Through Nov. 5. and up. Long Island Children’s Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum, Museum Row, Garden Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org. Quarter page 5.04 x 6.291

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Art classes Nassau County Museum of Art welcomes those interested in improving their art skills or those who simply want to explore their creativity to participate in one of their many stimulating classes. The fall schedule includes Watercolor Florals: Beginner to intermediate levels (adults and teens 16+), Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Nov. 2-Dec. 14. $300, $270 members. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. For information and to register visit NassauMuseum.org or call (516) 484-9338.

Farmer’s market Find all sorts of goodies at the Rockville Centre Farmer’s Market, every Sunday, from 7 a.m. to noon. LIRR parking lot between Long Beach Road and Sunrise Highway. Through Dec. 24. Info at LongIslandGrowersMarket. com.

Village Art Club at the Barnes Gallery Members of the Village Art Club of Rockville Centre have their artwork on display and for sale at the Barnes Gallery in Garden City South. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. With an artists’ reception, Saturday, Sept. 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m., with music and refreshments. 2 Nassau Blvd. For more information, call (516)-5384503.

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Conductor-composer Steven Sametz directs The Princeton Singers in “Inspirations,” a program of diverse musical selections, Adelphi’s Performing Arts Center stage, Saturday, Sept. 30, 4 p.m. They have captivated audiences and listeners for 40 years through their versatile musicianship. The ensemble is noted for their mastery of works from Bach to Schoenberg, with forays into unexplored and exciting realms such as Aboriginal and Native American ritual music, Igbe chanting, and ArabAndalusian muwashahat. Inspirations is a look at how contemporary composers take their inspiration from chant, carnival songs, and spirituals, including works by Josquin des Prez, Johann Sebastian Bach, Johannes Brahms, Steven Sametz, and Adelphi faculty member Sidney Boquire. $35. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 877-4000 or Adelphi.edu/pac.

For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour, Friday, Sept. 22, noon-1 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 24, 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.; Monday, Sept. 25, noon-1 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 27-28, noon-1 p.m. 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.

Breastfeeding Support Group 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.

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Rockville Centre Mayor Francis Murray hosts his annual golf outing, Thursday, Sept. 28, at the Rockville Links Club. This year’s event will honor village prosecutor Mindy Roman. Tee off starts at 11 a.m., followed by a 5 p.m. cocktail hour and a dinner and program at 6 p.m. 600 N. Long Beach Road. Visit RVCNY.gov for more.

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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, Oct. 19, 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. 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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Advocates rallies for more ‘red flag’ action Linda Beigel Schulman shares the story of her son, Scott, who lost his life to gun violence, at a Nassau rally advocating for improved enforcement of ‘red flag’ laws — intended to prevent weapons from falling into the hands of someone who poses a threat to themselves, or others.

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They don’t want new legislation — they’re simply want enforcement. Last week, Mom’s Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, victims of gun violence and local gun control advocates gathered on the north lawn of the Nassau County Supreme court to rally for just that enforcement when it comes to the state’s “red flag” law. The “red flag” law — or the “extreme risk protection order” law — was established in 2019 in an attempt to prevent guns from falling into the hands of someone posing a threat to themselves or others. It followed nationwide mass shootings, acts of domestic violence, and suicides by gun. “These laws provide space and time between the guns and gun owners if they are thinking of harming themselves or somebody else,” said Jana Nesbitt Gale, deputy chapter lead and co-local group lead of Long Island Mom’s Demand Action organization. “It’s not about taking the gun away forever. It’s just about providing a temporary cooling off period for the safety of the person in question.” Since the law’s fruition, Gov. Kathy Hochul has enhanced the legislation, requiring state police to file an red flag protection order when they deem it necessary, and by adding health care practitioners who have seen someone as a patient within six months to the list of those who can file for such orders. Hochul has pushed police training councils to create and teach policy and procedure on when a red flag protective order petition should be used. Others eligible to file a protective order petition include district attorneys, school officials, and even those who might live with someone who might be intending harm.

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According to Seth Koslow — a Democrat running against Joseph Baker for the Nassau County Legislature — 35 protective order petitions were issued in the county over the course of a recent year. During that same time, however, neighboring Suffolk County filed more than 1,500. Many red flag protective order petitions in Suffolk came from 911 calls, Koslow added, where someone threatened to hurt themselves. “We need more rigorous police use of the existing ‘red flag’ law,” Koslow said. “Taking this step will help (keep) our children safe from self-harm, and help us sleep better at night.” Baker — who seeks to represent Freeport, Merrick and Bellmore, among other communities — is not believed to have publicly spoken out on his position of “red flag” laws. Linda Beigel Schulman — mother of Scott Beigel, a teacher murdered in the 2014 Parkland, Florida high

school shooting — shared that if a “red flag” law had been in place in that state sooner, her son might be alive right now. If Republican candidates believe mental health issues cause gun violence, she added, they should use the “red flag” law to its fullest extent. “The proper enforcement of ‘red flag’ laws means people like me — like you, your family, your friends, your coworkers — will not have to endure what I do each day,” Beigel Schulman said. “You’ll never have to live with a scar that never heals. Pain that never goes away.” Deanna Drury shared her family’s experience with suicide, losing her uncle to suicide by a gun, and nearly losing her mother. “I’m grateful on her bad day,” Drury said, “she didn’t have access to a gun.” “Removing access to firearms is the quickest and easiest intervention. We don’t have to live like this, and we don’t have to die like this.”

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Lynbrook firefighters will host their annual Wounded Warrior fundraiser for Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior on Sept. 23 at Greis Veterans Memorial Park. The End of Summer Bash will be held from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the park’s recreation center. The announcement was made by Chief Danny Ambrosio at a recent meeting of the Lynbrook Fire Department’s Wounded Warrior Committee. This will be the 12th year the firefighters have hosted the event to benefit Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior. The charity is made up of volunteer firefighters, and since 2004 it has worked to help wounded servicemen and women in hospitals on the East Coast, including the VA Hospital in Northport. It is not affiliated with the national Wounded Warrior Project. Over the past 11 years, Lynbrook firefighters have raised approximately $250,000 to benefit the charity and families. Each Christmas, they join other county volunteers in traveling to hospitals and rehabilitation units at Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) and Camp Lejeune, both in North Carolina, and Fort Belvoir in Virginia, and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Maryland, to bring Christmas to the wounded and their families. In addition, wounded soldiers who are being treated at Fort Belvoir, and their families, travel to Lynbrook for this event. The Rockville Centre Hotel, in Lynbrook, donates rooms for the soldiers and their families each year. Three bands will perform at the fundraiser, all of them donating their time and talent to the cause. The cost of admission is a $20 donation, and food, water and soft drinks will be available free of charge. Beer may be purchased. Children age 13 and younger will be admitted free. Lynbrook’s junior firefighters will be selling T-shirts as well as green light bulbs. The bulbs outside a home show support for the military. One hundred of the bulbs were donated by Michael’s Electric in Lynbrook. There will also be over 175 raffle prizes, thanks to the generosity of members of the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce, stores and shops in town and corporations that donate prizes. One of the major sponsors is JetBlue Airways, which continues to support Lynbrook and Nassau firefighters’ efforts by donating three sets of round-trip tickets to anywhere JetBlue flies, which will also be raffled off separately that evening. The JetBlue raffle is only $10. There will be a bounce house, donated by Lynbrook’s John Dominck Cusumano and a number of Touch a Truck vehicles for the children. The Touch a Truck will be held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the park, beginning an hour before the fundraiser. “One hundred percent of the monies raised on Sept. 23 go to help our wounded

warriors and their families through Nassau County Firefighters Operation Wounded Warrior,” Ambrosio said. For more information about the fundraiser, or to contribute or donate, call Exchief Kevin Bien at (516) 993-6074. “I ask all residents and their friends to support this worthwhile cause,” Ambrosio said, “to help us make life a little easier for our wounded warriors and their families who have sacrificed so much for us.”

ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD — September 21, 2023

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tain of the Cyclones basketball team, who took his own life in 2019. Over the past four years, the foundation has helped fund and promote programming on mental health awareness, support and education in local school districts. “We’ve never done anything like this,” John O’Shea said of the upcoming event. Students from Rockville Centre and Oceanside will attend the forum, and discuss the Sources of Strength program and the life lessons they have learned from it. Sources of Strength is a national suicide-prevention program that takes a

proactive approach to addressing mental health concerns by providing a network of resources and support such as friends, relatives, mentors, counselors, spiritual leaders, and mental health professionals. School social workers, counselors and psychologists in the districts help facilitate the program at a local level, with the assistance of 20 adult advisers and 50 peer leaders whose focus is to promote healing and support so that students know they are not alone in their struggles. Officers with the Rockville Centre Police Department will also be in atten-

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News briefs Ocean Financial Federal Credit Union has announced its sponsorship of the Rock the Street, Wall Street program for the 2023-24 academic year at Sacred Heart Academy. Rock the Street, Wall Street is a nonprofit organization designed to promote gender and racial equity within the financial markets and ignite the interest of a diverse population of high school girls in finance careers through financial and investment literacy programs. To date, Rock the Street, Wall Street has served more than 6,000 female high school students, with 73 percent coming from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color populations and 49.96 percent from low-income households. “We are honored to support such an amazing organization,” Joe Tedesco, president and CEO of Ocean Financial Federal Credit Union, said. “Financial literacy is always important, and Ocean Financial has an opportunity to assist an organization like Sacred Heart Academy, which is dedicated to empowering young women and making them leaders in the community.” Throughout the year, students at Sacred Heart Academy will learn about savings and investments, budgeting, the capital markets, and their role in maintaining the welfare of their families and the economy. This will simultaneously help them see the real-world application of the math content they learn in the classroom. Led by female leaders in the

finance and banking industries, RTSWS will be divided into four programs: inclassroom learning, mentoring, field trips, and opportunities for networking. “The importance of Rock the Street, Wall Street is that it gives us the opportunity to provide personal development to the girls and strong role models that are real women in real accounting and banking jobs,” Lisa C. McGuinness, Ocean Financial Federal Credit Union’s first female Chair of the Board and former Sacred Heart Academy alumna, said. “As a former student at Sacred Heart, it is wonderful to have the opportunity to spend time with the girls and share my personal career journey.” According to Rock the Street, Wall Street, women represent only 6 percent of leaders in the financial services professions. In addition, 8 out of 10 women have said they have refrained from having financial conversations. “Rock the Street, Wall Street presented unique elements that make it such a great partner for Sacred Heart,” said Kristin Graham, President of Sacred Heart Academy. “Financial literacy is so extra important for girls. Due to the support of Ocean Financial and programs like Rock the Street, Wall Street, the girls coming out of Sacred Heart will not only leave with an outstanding academic background but will also have the right life skills to set them up for the tremendous things that they will be doing within their personal and professional lives.”

Rockville Centre’s Fall Hydrant Flushing The Rockville Centre water department will be conducting routine hydrant flushing from Oct. 18 to Oct. 24. Hydrant flushing is vital for the general maintenance of the village’s water services and is performed twice a year — once in the spring and once in the fall. It ensures performance of fire hydrants for firefighting purposes and quality water for residents and businesses. While the flushing program is underway, customers may experience a slight drop in water pressure or temporary water discoloration. Although this water is perfectly safe to drink, it may stain laundry. Customers should refrain from doing laundry during the time of day the flushing program is taking place in or near their neighborhood. If tap water is discolored, it is recommended to run cold-water faucets for a short time until the water runs clear. Using

more than one faucet allows the water to clear faster. Flushing will begin on Wednesday, Oct. 18, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the area of the village north of DeMott Avenue. It will continue on Thursday, Oct. 19, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the area between Lakeview and DeMott avenues, west of Long Beach Road, and Friday, Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the area between Sunrise Highway and DeMott Avenue, east of Long Beach Road. The program will resume on Sunday, Oct. 22 and Monday, Oct. 23 between midnight and 8 a.m. in the area between Lakeview Avenue and Merrick Road, and will conclude on Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the rest of the village south of Merrick Road. If you have any questions, please contact the Water Department at (516)678-9301.

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. LANA FRISCH A/K/A LANA EMERICK-FRISCH A/K/A LANA E. EMERICK FRISCH, BRANDON H. FRISCH A/K/A BRANDON FRISCH, 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 27, 2023, I, Edward A. Vincent, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on October 3, 2023 at North Side steps of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., County of Nassau, State of New York, at 2:00 PM the premises described as follows: 611 Lakeview Avenue Rockville Centre, NY 11570 SBL No.: 54/60-2/31 ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 007154/2016 in the amount of $563,729.56 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. Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 141600

on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 3, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 408 Clinton Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 38, Block 107 and Lots 323 & 324. Approximate amount of judgment is $415,033.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 610620/2020. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Peter J. Famighetti, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 212994-1 141592

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. CHERYL L. JENKINS INDIVIDUALLY AND AS SURVIVING JOINT TENANT WITH RIGHTS OF SURVIVORSHIP OF FLORENCE M. MATHIES, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 26, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: 13 YARMOUTH RD LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: February 24, 2020 The County in which the Office is to be located: NASSAU The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: George Conforti, 97 Brower Avenue, Rockville Center, NY 11570-3037 Purpose: any lawful activity 141877

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: 111 BRINY AVE #2503, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: May 15, 2023 The County in which the Office is to be located: NASSAU The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: George Conforti, 97 Brower Avenue, Rockville Center, NY 11570-3037 Purpose: any lawful activity. 141875

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: 3852 APPLEGATE LANE, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: May 15, 2023 The County in which the Office is to be located: NASSAU The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: George Conforti, 97 Brower Avenue, Rockville Center, NY 11570-3037 Purpose: any lawful activity. 141865

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: 225 E. 86TH STREET #302, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: May 15, 2023 The County in which the Office is to be located: NASSAU The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: George Conforti, 97 Brower Avenue, Rockville Center, NY 11570-3037 Purpose: any lawful activity. 141869

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LEGAL NOTICE 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, NY 11570 for the matter stated below until 11:00am prevailing time on OCTOBER 12, 2023 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The contract will be awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for: SALT DOME STORAGE & MISC. SITEWORK Bid No. 2310CP1(1089) 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. A mandatory walk through is scheduled for 10:00am on Thursday September 28, 2023. The meeting place for the walk through is the proposed Salt Dome location at the Department of Public Works maintenance facility located at 10 Sunrise Highway, Rockville Centre, NY.

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Part Time & Full Time. The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team! This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business. H i s t o r i c a l l y, r e p o r t e r s w h o h ave launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry. Salary range is from $20K to $45K To apply: Send a brief summary in the form of a cover letter describing your career goals and what strengths you can bring to our newsroom, along with a resume and three writing samples to mhinman@liherald.com MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges fromo $15 per hour to $20 per hour. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com MULTI MEDIA ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT Inside Sales Looking for an aggressive self starter who is great at making and maintaining relationships and loves to help businesses grow by marketing them on many different advertising platforms. You will source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls. Must have the ability to understand customer needs and requirements and turn them in to positive advertising solutions. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in a quick sales cycle environment. Compensation ranges from $31,200 + commissions and bonuses to over $100,000 including commission and bonuses. We also offer health benefits, 401K and paid time off. Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to ereynolds@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000 X286

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A. It’s true that your white roof was a great choice because of its reflectivity, and throughout the industry there’s a lot of good information about the results from choosing a white roof over a black one. Studies show that the reflectivity has a significant effect on keeping cooling costs lower, but that’s not the whole story. As I have written many onte eeper times, buildings are systems, and nature never fails to be consistent, taking all factors into account. In areas of the world that have low humidity and high temperatures, the white color responds better as a system, because the condensation from humidity is kept in check by indoor to outdoor conditions being balanced by lack of moisture getting in from the outside, and indoor humidity being controlled by consistent removal of moisture by air conditioning. This is not to say that air conditioning is actually doing the job of removing moisture from the interior, but the key to your problem is humidity control, and your description gave clues as to your current problem. If your building is brand new, and the concrete poured floors over the steel decking are recent, then your building is still trying to dry out. The concrete and other fresh materials are still holding some of the water that helped mix the materials. The same happens with houses that have new lumber that is still losing moisture from its fibers, for example. Your building needs to be aired out with dehumidification, and you should consult the mechanical engineer and mechanical contractor to coordinate getting the moisture out of the building in a methodical way. Just opening the windows won’t help, since humid outdoor conditions can replenish lost moisture in every absorbent material, from finishes to wallboard, concrete and fabric. This is one of the most misunderstood parts of building systems. You’re very observant to have seen the moisture and caught it in time. Over the lifespan of the building, you would have observed deterioration, mold and distortion of many of the products installed to make the building come together. This is why many materials don’t last as long as they’re supposed to, and it’s the No. 1 reason for movement and separations, cracking and discoloration. Condensation is a silent beast that ruins buildings very slowly and steadily. Fortunately, we have better equipment to control humidity than ever before. Your white roof was a smart decision.

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n recent months, former President Donald Trump has been hit with 91 charges in four criminal indictments. As an attorney, I’ve paid close attention to all of the cases, which may be hard for most non-lawyers to follow. His actions on Jan. 6, 2021, are well known, but it’s up to the special counsel, Jack Smith, to prove criminal conduct. Most people I know have said nothing about Trump’s alleged retention of classified documents. An eventual trial will reveal what kinds of papers were involved, and JERRY then it will be up to a jury to decide KREMER right or wrong. When it comes to the Georgia indictment, I’m not willing to give Trump the free pass he demands by yelling that the case is a “political witch hunt.” The 96-page indictment spells out conduct that’s best described as colossal chutzpah. While some of the other indictments used overly broad language, the Georgia case spells out conduct that is typical of what would happen in Russia, Hungary or Venezuela.

The day after his 2020 election loss, Trump embarked on a comprehensive campaign to change the results of the election in Georgia. Despite a number of statements by Republican Gov. Brian Kemp that the election in his state was run “according to law,” and his denials that there was any fraud, Trump continued his efforts to have the results thrown out. The whole world has heard Trump’s conversation with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensberger demanding that he find 11,780 votes, which would have given Trump one more vote than he needed to win the state. As a further display of pure arrogance, Trump also called the speaker of Georgia’s House, David Ralston, demanding that he convene a special session of the Legislature for the purpose of overturning the results of the election. Once he knew what Trump was asking, Ralston refused to take his calls. That was followed by more calls from the president to other election officials, asking them to find fraud. Those calls were coupled with calls allegedly made by a Trump lawyer accusing a Black worker of fraudulent conduct. Those accusations

led to right-wing hate threats to her life. If you think the other indictments are difficult to understand, this one is, as they say, a piece of cake. The case of the fake electors sounds like something you’d see in a movie. Over a dozen people, many of whom were Republican Party officials, gathered at the Georgia Capitol and signed a document certifying that Trump had won the state — in spite of Kemp’s statement that the returns had been counted three times and no fraud had been found. And then there are the allegations concerning Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani. Once hailed as America’s Mayor, Giuliani had sunk to the depths of being something of a traveling conspiracy salesman, going from state to state, peddling tales of alleged election fraud. He went to Georgia to testify in front of a number of legislative committees, under oath, claiming that 11,000 dead people had voted and that thousands of ballots had been delivered in suitcases to polling places. Giuliani is now charged with multiple counts of election fraud and lying under oath. Sadly, his license to practice law is currently being challenged in three

o my way of thinking, the facts go against the fourtimes-indicted Donald Trump.

states. Of the six lawyers who have been indicted along with Trump, four worked directly under Giuliani. One of them, Sidney Powell, claimed multiple times that Dominion’s voting machines were easy to manipulate, and were controlled by Venezuelan dictator Hugo Chavez. Those allegations cost Rupert Murdoch’s Fox News $787.5 million in damages, with one other major lawsuit yet to be resolved. I’ve heard frequently that Trump is, like any other criminal defendant, considered innocent until proven guilty. I know that as a lawyer, I, too, should adhere to that noble sentiment. But the Georgia case has too many specifics — too many emails and too many voicemails — to merit that kind of thinking. There is no way Trump can deny that he never said what he said and never took the actions that he took. To my way of thinking, all the facts go against him, and I don’t believe that, like Harry Houdini, he can escape. Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.

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’ll be seeing you, just not every week. In June, when I wrote, “Column writing through hell and high water,” I told readers I was taking a leave from writing for a few months to help my husband through a serious health issue. Many of you reached out, with kind words and encouragement. I wasn’t surprised. You’re good people. My husband is doing well, but everything changes everything, and the time away from a weekly deadline made me realize that this is a good moment to RAnDi take a step back KREiss and switch from writing weekly to writing once a month. Now, I understand that for some of you this is excellent news. You can reduce your aggravation level and possibly lower your blood pressure. This summer, one of my favorite letters was from a reader who said that everything I wrote made her angry, but she would miss me. Well, Mary, I’m back. As I go through my days, I think constantly of columns that need to be writ-

ten. What I’m happy to let go is the deadline that has been a boundary in my life, week in and week out, for 40 years. When we traveled, I either had to write two or three columns in advance or find Wi-Fi in the wilderness. I’m not complaining; I felt accountable to my readers. As I wrote three months ago, this hasn’t just been a column; it has been a running memoir of our times. I wrote my heart out after 9/11, grieving with so many readers who lost loved ones in the towers. I scribbled my way through blackouts, epic blizzards, hurricanes and, for three years, the pandemic. I wrote about how to sleep better and eat better and find friends and keep friends. Sometimes an idea landed on the page full blown, and sometimes it has been a struggle to compose a cogent piece. I spent my 750 words a week in wildly different ways, from warning folks off the road when my son got his license, to welcoming President Ronald Reagan to Congregation Ohr Torah, in North Woodmere, with a bust of his head in chopped liver, to sharing my grief for my darling girl, Zoe the dog, when she passed at 16. My work has been personal. I have written about my children’s lives, their

mitzvahs and their missteps. My breast cancer. My husband’s heart surgeries. I struggled for days trying to find just the right words to honor my parents when they died. In some ways the column has been a running story of all of our lives. After all, don’t we share the same hopes and dreams, worry about the threats to our Mother Earth and yearn for a safer world for our kids? Many of my columns have suggested or reviewed books, the other love in my life. In return, many of you have pitched books my way that turned out to be thrilling and illuminating. As politics got nasty and toxic in recent years, I jumped in, wanting to use my 750 words to rally support for our democracy, women’s rights, LGBTQ rights and laws that ensure equality for every community and every human being. I think these were words well spent, although at times the backlash has been fierce. That’s what opinion columns are for: to stir the pot, open the debate and disagree without getting too creepy. I love newspapering. Ink in my veins is how the expression goes. I will write my monthly column going forward with a renewed focus on our democracy. We

’m happy to let go the deadline that has been a boundary in my life.

Randi is back, but beginning with this issue, she will appear in the Herald once per month. have the votes to bring sane and serious people into office. Time to close the chapter on book banning in America. Translated, that means supporting equal justice for all as the former president and his cronies face the consequences of their transgressive, mean-spirited time in office. Last week, David Ignatius, the respected columnist and longtime Biden friend, called for President Biden to withdraw his bid to run in 2024 because he’s too old. I agree; he is old. But there isn’t a qualified, experienced alternative who has the chops to run and win a national election. Trump is old, too. He is also unfit in mind, body, temperament and demeanor. He has been criminally charged in four indictments. Biden has boosted our democracy and enhanced our reputation around the world. He has robust skills and a natural charm that can’t be learned or bought. His team is working well for America during a treacherous time in our history. Run, Joe, run. Copyright 2023 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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lthough it’s late in the season, boating safety should remain at the forefront for everyone on the water. Whether boating off the South Shore of Nassau County or the North Shore’s Long Island Sound, having a safe and fun day on the water is the goal. And that includes personal watercraft operators and their passengers. But boating can quickly turn treacherous without proper precautions, and a commitment to safety. Every year, more than a dozen people die in boating accidents in New York — with 28 dying last year alone, according to the state parks department. These incidents are not mere statistics — they represent lives disrupted and ecosystems harmed. To safeguard against such tragedies and to preserve the waterways, boat

operators and their passengers should be educated on fundamental seamanship and waterway rules, how to use their equipment properly, and basic first aid. Knowing what navigational markings mean goes a long way in reducing hazardous situations such as running aground and passengers falling overboard. Equally crucial is the necessity for personal flotation devices. The majority of boating-related fatalities are caused by not wearing lifejackets. Twenty-one of the 28 people who died last year weren’t wearing them. Boating under the influence is a grave danger. Just as drinking and driving are a hazardous combination, alcohol and boating do not mix. Impaired judgment and slower reaction times increase the risk of accidents, accounting for 21 percent of the boating fatalities in New

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Letters Time to get back on trains, out of our cars To the Editor: Re U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito’s column “Congestion pricing will fuel further flight from New York” (Sept. 7-13): Congressman Esposito has it all wrong by opposing New York City’s proposed congestion pricing plan, which would charge drivers $23 during peak hours to drive south of 60th Street in Manhattan. He claims it would create a heavy cost burden on Long Island drivers heading to the city. If you drive into New York, however, you have to look at all the costs. First, Long Island parkways and surface streets in the city are in a constant state of gridlock. It feels like rush hour from early morning until evening. Once you get to Manhattan, you slow to a crawl, with delivery trucks blocking you on nearly every block. Every day, 700,000 cars, taxis and trucks stream into Lower Manhattan. The average speed is 7.1 mph, and each of those vehicles spews carbon into our heavily polluted environment. MTA bus speeds have declined 28 percent since 2010. If you have a 75-mile round trip commute and you expense that, according to the IRS, you could write off roughly $48. That’s what the feds see as the wear and tear of putting miles on your car, insurance, maintenance and depreciation. And what about the price of gas, which is spiking at over $4.25 a gallon? If you make a 75-mile round trip five days a week, and your car gets 20 miles per gallon, it will cost you $160 a week. Once you get to Manhattan, there’s parking. If you can even find an open lot, it’s very costly, $50 to $75 a day in Lower Manhattan. Street parking is almost impossible, since Covid created hundreds of restaurant extensions onto the streets. Couple that with Citi Bike racks, and thousands of parking spots have vanished.

The time we spend in our cars getting into Manhattan is intolerable. I used to broadcast the financial news on the ABC radio networks from BusinessWeek in Midtown. My commute at 4 a.m. took about 35 minutes. That same commute during rush hour can take 90 to 120 minutes. Plus, if you’re going to Lower Manhattan via the L.I. “Distressway,” you’re paying $17 a day, or $85 a week, for the Midtown Tunnel. Bottom line, if you add up the costs of commuting by car, you’re paying more than $100 a day with parking. And don’t forget about precious time consumed. New Yorkers lose 117 hours on average each year sitting in traffic, costing them nearly $2,000 in lost productivity and other costs. We have the longest commute times of any

city in the country. Wouldn’t you rather see your kids than taillights? The stress and cost of driving pushed me onto the LIRR and the subways. It’s a relief not to worry about being late for an appointment or sitting in stop-and-go traffic. The LIRR now gets you to the East Side at Grand Central Terminal as well as Penn Station and Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn. I do ag ree with Cong ressman D’Esposito that the MTA is mismanaged. It should be deconstructed and rebuilt to make it cost-effective, and to rid us of unconscionable overtime and featherbedding. It’s another unfair surcharge on Long Islanders and New Yorkers. According to traffic engineers, congestion pricing will reduce traffic and pollu-

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n clear summer evenings, I sit on the lawn of William L. Buck Elementary School in Valley Stream — a five-minute walk from my house — with a telescope I was given four years ago at my bat mitzvah. From my small corner of the universe in Valley Stream, peering upward, I see constellations and planets. My eyes travel farther than any landbound human has ever gone, exploring the cosmos through my glass lens. In these moments, I know I love space visible in the night sky, and the science iLana that can describe GreenBerG it. This summer, I spent six weeks pursuing this passion for astrophysics with the Summer Science Program in New Mexico. Thirty-four other student scientists and I started by shooting photos of the night sky, using the telescope at Tortugas

Mountain Observatory, near Las Cruces. Then, in flipbook-like fashion, the captured images showed a small speck of an asteroid hurtling through space. From three simple images, we derived coordinates and calculations that could predict the position of the space rock and track its journey around the solar system for the next 50 million years. Nightly discussions in the observing center with my peers began with thoughts of confusion and questions about how to decipher the symbols and numbers that haunted our whiteboards, but by the close of the program, we found understanding. We spent our days poring over problems and collectively devising solutions to what at first seemed unsolvable. The program allowed us to gain firsthand experience in the work of astrophysicists. Like them, we collaborated and questioned and watched calculations that once existed only in textbooks come alive in the surrounding sky.

spent six weeks pursuing a passion for astrophysics in New Mexico.

Letters tion and persuade people to get back onto the trains. The new funding will hopefully close the MTA budget deficit and improve rail service. Congestion pricing is now being used in advanced cities like Singapore, London, Milan and Stockholm. It makes those urban areas more livable, less congested and less polluted. Shouldn’t New yorkers make the choice to do the same? Or do we want to fall behind, pay more for commuting, inhale carcinogenic vehicle exhaust and be fatigued and stressed by the time we arrive at our Manhattan destination? JIM PAyMAR Rockville Centre

D’Esposito’s opposition is ‘shortsighted’ To the Editor: Congressman Anthony D’Esposito’s shortsighted attack on congestion pricing for drivers entering part of Manhattan misstates or omits key aspects of this much-needed plan. Specific charges and exemptions from the tolls have yet to be determined. There is no factual basis for the congressman’s claim that “commuters would pay upward of $23 during peak hours.” D ’ E s p o s i t o a c k n ow l e d g e s t h a t “increasing ridership on public transportation is a noble cause.” But this stance cannot be squared with his oppo-

Unlike a typical school day, our work was not accompanied by an unwelcome sense of stress. Instead I felt an exhilarating sense of opportunity, relishing the reality that a high school student like me could tap into the infinite world of space exploration. As we made our discoveries in Las Cruces, the scientific community was making its own exploratory voyages. In just one summer, the James Webb Space Telescope continued peering further into the past with the infrared space images it produced; gravitational waves were collected using astronomical objects light-years away; and India landed a rover on the south side of the moon. Working away in the New Mexico heat, I was inspired by the fact that these breakthroughs were applying the same fundamental scientific method we high school kids practiced daily. I felt connected to the greater scientific community, if only in a small way. The world was inno-

sition to a plan designed to generate $1 billion a year to improve service on the region’s rail and bus lines. The congressman further implies that the MTA doesn’t deserve increased funding due to a “long history of mismanagement.” But he offers no evidence for this contention, and he ignores the impact of the pandemic, which cost the MTA nearly half its operating budget. D’Esposito cites a “recent rash of violent crime” as a disincentive for drivers to use public transit. Incidents of major crime in the transit system actually decreased by nearly 9 percent in the first five months of 2023, according to the New york City Police Department. Plus, daily ridership is returning to prepandemic levels. The congressman’s overall contention is that congestion pricing would serve as a tax that would spur an exodus from New york. But commuters could avoid this “tax” simply by choosing not to drive into one of the most congested areas in the country. And congestion pricing would in fact help make an iconic part of New york a more alluring place to work and play. It’s important to note that driving a car, especially in a densely populated area, is not a benign activity. Pollutants emitted from tailpipes contribute to about 320 premature deaths each year, according to the New york City Health Department. An additional 225 people died as a result of vehicle crashes in the city in 2022. Driving likewise threatens our children by contributing greatly to climate change. Congressman D’Esposito wishes to

vating on a large scale, while our small class learned to develop the potential for our generation to follow in our greatest scientists’ footsteps. Las Cruces was far from home. It didn’t have a pool or bike paths like the ones in Valley Stream’s Hendrickson Park — but across the mountain, 30 degrees above the horizon, we could see an asteroid moving across the sky through our 24-inch-diameter telescope. Though far from home, I felt comforted by the same sense of awe and passion I had experienced so many times while looking up at the night sky from my backyard. I came home a few weeks ago, and have since gone back with my miniature telescope to Buck Elementary, to stare at the sky and think of how far civilization has come in understanding it, and how far we have traveled. And now I can appreciate the fact that whether I’m in Las Cruces or here in Valley Stream, I can explore it, too. Ilana Greenberg is a Valley Stream resident and a junior at North Shore Hebrew Academy High School in Great Neck.

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be seen as fighting for the interests of his constituents, even though only a minority of them would likely be affected by congestion pricing. Responsible representation, however, does not rein-

force unfounded fears, nor does it justify threats to public health. KEVIN J. KELLEy Atlantic Beach

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