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It will be a run to remember School district announces inaugural 9/11 Memorial 5K fundraising event with the Wantagh district in the past. In April 2023, students from the high school took part in the foundation’s Soaring As the 23rd anniversary of 9/11 approaches, the Wantagh Valor program, traveling to the school district looks to find National WWII Museum, in ways for students never to for- New Orleans, to tour it and get what happened on that trag- speak with veterans who served ic day. in World War II. At a May Board Last August, the of Education meetd i s t r i c t w o rk e d ing at the high with the foundation school, Principal a g ain, this time Paul Guzzone and inviting high school Assistant Principal juniors to the Christopher WidmaNational September nn announced the 11 Memorial & Wantagh War rior Museum in Man9/11 Memorial 5K, a h at t a n , t o l e a r n fundraising run about the attacks that will take place and the sacrifices on Sept. 22. Accordof those who died ing to Guzzone, the that day. race will help fund According to PAUl GUzzoNE programs for stuGuzzone, the trip dents and staff to Principal, Wantagh was a memorable recognize the events High School experience for all of Sept. 11, 2001. those who took “This is too important of an part. “It was really life-changevent that occurred to not have ing, quite honestly,” he said. something on campus here for “Those are my words, but also remembrance,” Guzzone said. the words of our students that The run, according to Guz- went as well as the parents.” zone, will be a partnership with After the Manhattan trip, the Gary Sinise Foundation, a Guzzone said, the high school public charity that organizes faculty formed a committee to numerous programs to honor find ways to locally honor those veterans and first responders.

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By CHARlES SHAW

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Students in Seaford High School’s inaugural electrical training course received certificates of completion at a graduation ceremony on May 23 in the school library.

Learning shocking tricks of the trade Students master circuitry in new electrical training

By CHARlES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

An electrifying course at Seaford High School is teaching students essential trade skills that will benefit them regardless of what profession they pursue in the future.

The high school’s Electrical Training Center celebrated its first graduating class on May 23, as nine seniors in the new program received certificates verifying that they had completed the course after 450 hours of onsite training throughout the school year. The course is a partnership between the high school and the Electrical Training Center, a Copiague-based facility that specializes in electrical and heating, ventilation and air conditioning education.

Robert McLaughlin, the training center’s assistant director, said the goal of the program is to introduce students to skilled trades.

“Some of these students have never worked with hand tools,” McLaughlin said, “so a big part of our training is to get them acclimated with construction, and then

learning how to use hand tools.”

Graduating from the inaugural course are Even Alfago, Justin Cettina, Kyle D’Aniello, Cole DePaolis, James Dillon, Michael LoBasso Jr., John McCormack, Ella Tietz and Michael Wittenstein. Cettina says the program was everything he expected, and plans to use his experience to get a job after high school. Wittenstein, meanwhile, said the program helped him build problem-solving skills.

Students learn at the high school under the guidance of instructors from the center.

The program, according to McLaughlin, teaches the basic theory and skills needed to understand how electricity works. They learn circuitry and wiring, along with how circuit boards and fire alarms function.

Xavier Arthur, the center’s instructor supervisor, said students in the course learn in different levels, from simple to more complex instruction. In level one, students learn the difference between series and parallel circuitry, and how to wire for each one. At this stage, Arthur said, students are beginContinued on page 4

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his is too important of an event that occurred to not have something on campus here for remembrance.

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Seaford leaders motivated at regional conference A three-day leadership experience was inspirational for four Seaford High School students, who hope to use the knowledge they gained to better their school and community. Sophomores Alyssa Fariello, Matthew Kind, Mia Leggio and Victoria Stebner attended the 2024 Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership conference from June 7-9 at Adelphi University.

They were selected earlier in the year by a panel of administrators, teachers and students for their leadership potential. While they regularly interact with each other at school, the four weren’t together much during the conference, as they were in groups with students from other Long Island and Westchester high schools.

“They really tried to focus you on building new connections,” Victoria said.

In their groups, students worked on a variety of hands-on projects. In the free market challenge, each group had to come up with a product or service, as well as marketing and sales plans. There were also passion projects in which students had to come up with ideas to solve problems related to different enduring issues, such as food insecurity, poverty and unemployment. Fun activities like Olympic games and group cheers furthered chances to bond.

Mia explained that teamwork was essential for success in the group activities, and everyone brought their individual strengths.

Each group was led by a senior facilitator and at least one junior facilitator, all

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Sophomores Mia Leggio, left, Victoria Stebner, Matthew Kind and Alyssa Fariello were this year’s ambassadors from Seaford High School at the 2024 HOBY Youth Leadership conference. of whom previously attended the conference. Alyssa had the fortune of having a Seaford High School alum as her group’s senior leader. The students stayed in Adelphi’s residence halls for two nights and said some of the best moments were at night, after the planned activities ended, when they got to know their fellow ambassadors from other high schools in a more informal setting.

All students were together for the

guest speakers. One of the most inspiring for Seaford’s HOBY ambassadors was a presentation from youth motivational speaker David Flood. He spoke about the importance of inclusion, emphasized respecting adults, and explained the difference between awareness and acceptance, and sympathy and empathy. There was also a panel of speakers from nonprofit organizations, and a mindfulness guru who led students through breathing

and relaxation exercises.

Alyssa noted that each speaker had a different approach to leadership that was shaped by his or her individual background and experiences.

“Leadership isn’t black and white,” she said. “Your experiences will shape how you lead. I’m going to be more confident in my ability to lead, and now I can use it to help benefit the school and the community.”

Participants also worked on community service projects including making bracelets and cards for children battling illnesses. Over three days, they learned the differences between personal, group and service leadership as they explored their own leadership qualities, their ability to work with others and opportunities to make change.

Victoria said a lesson that stood out was the importance of doing good deeds when other people are around, not for the recognition, but to inspire others. She also said that being a leader doesn’t necessarily mean having a leadership title.

“Just because you aren’t the president of a club doesn’t mean you aren’t important or your values shouldn’t be present,” she said.

For Matthew, one of the biggest takeaways from the weekend was how to be a good leader through his actions.

“It was definitely worth it,” he said. “It really showed how you can be a leader and how you can inspire others as well.

You can quietly set a good example in your community.”

Seaford library announces summer concerts As summer kicks off, the Seaford Public Library will hold its annual “Entertainment for a Summer Evening,” a series of outdoor concerts and movies held outside the building on a selected night.

All concerts are made possible through the partnerships of the Seaford Chamber of Commerce, the Seaford Wellness Council, the Seaford Knights of Columbus Memorare Council, and the Lions Club of Seaford. Bethpage Federal Credit Union will be sponsoring the events. The “Entertainment for a Summer Evening” usually includes musical entertainment from performers of all genres for families to see.

All concerts and movies are free of charge.

“Librarians Eric Wasserman and Kristen Jording have once again worked very diligently to coordinate the scheduling, logistics and publicizing of this year’s ‘Entertainment for a Summer Evening’ events. Their efforts are always deeply appreciated,” Frank McKenna, the library director, said.

The events of the season are “Pump: An Aerosmith Tribute Band” on June 29, “The Daytrippers” on July 20, “The Dance Mechanics” on August 27, “Just Sixties” on September 7, and a showing of “Mrs. Doubtfire” on September 6. All events begin at 7:30 pm.

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Seaford Public Library is kicking off the summer with a series of outdoor concerts and movies. On June 29, the library will host ‘Pump’ an Aerosmith tribute band.

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Wantagh Middle School Principal Anthony Ciuffo and Assistant Principal Rachel Quattrocchi greeted eighth grade graduates before the start of the June 11 ceremony.

Resilient eighth graders ready for next step “Resilience” is the word that Wantagh Middle School Principal Anthony Ciuffo would use to define this year’s eighth grade class. He spoke proudly of their ability to demonstrate this quality at their graduation ceremony on June 11.

The large lawn, surrounded on three sides by the school they called home for three years, was the setting for the milestone moment. The g raduates came out of the school to “Pomp and Circumstance” and took their spots in front of the stage.

Ciuffo said that this class demonstrated resilience time and time again.

They dealt with the effects of the pandemic during their most for mative years. Students who attended Forest Lake faced the loss of a classmate, James Lodato, to cancer, and a seat was saved in his honor.

“I think your generation will benefit having learned resilience quicker than most,” Ciuffo told the graduates, “but the journey to get there sure has been challenging and I continue to admire all of you for having the ability to persevere through difficult times and demonstrate resilience consistently throughout your childhood.”

Student speakers reflected on their three years of middle school, and looked ahead to the next chapter, which

will begin in a few months on the other side of the colonnade at Wantagh High School.

Ellie Sedler looked back on sixth grade, when students entered a new school with an unfamiliar routine.

Quickly, they lear ned how to get around the building, manage the schoolwork and make new friends.

“I am appreciative of all of the kind teachers and staff who made my transition to middle school a lot more comfortable,” she said.

Alex Jung spoke about the changes that happened in seventh grade, like taking midterms for the first time and being able to play on school sports teams. But some of the biggest changes, he said, were in personal growth.

“We all started to show we might be like in the future as we grow further away from childhood,” he said. “We all started acting more mature and we started to grow as human beings.”

As eighth graders, Ava Panella said, they were the oldest students in the school and had an obligation to serve as role models for others. She valued the chance to be a Wantagh Ambassador and visit fifth grade classes to prepare the next generation of students for middle school life.

“We are ready for the next step,” she said.

Ace Parker was among 217 graduates to receive a promotion certificate.

Anthony Avitabile looked to that next step, as his speech focused on the future. He said middle school has left them well equipped to overcome any challenges they face in their four years of high school. They will have more freedom, but that comes with increased

responsibility, he noted.

“Everything we do is a reflection of our character,” Anthony said, “and we want to have a legacy of hard work, good citizenship and great achievements

Students learn electrical safety in new course students.

“You can’t start from an unrecognizning to understand the foundations of able place,” McLaughlin said. “You have electricity and how it works.

“Having a good, solid foundation is to get them to be familiar with it.”

As for safety, McLaughlin said stukey,” Arthur said, “and you learn that in bits and pieces throughout level one. dents learn to identify hazards for each Level two is more application, so they activity. The danger of electricity, according to McLaughlin, is learn to troubleshoot and that it can’t be seen, so stuwork on fire alarms. But dents are taught how to how can you do that if you properly handle equipment, don’t have a solid, fundaunderstand insulation, and mental foundation?” never work while the wire At the next level, stuis live. dents learn different types Using screwdrivers, pliof resources, such as coners, power tools and other ductors and a raceway, an equipment, McLaughlin enclosed conduit that cresaid, students are learning ates a pathway for wiring. other trades, such as carArthur said students pentry, that will give them a become familiar with touchleg up should they enter the ing, holding, feeling and RobeRt trade industry, which he installing these resources, added is growing at “an giving them an additional McLaughLin Assistant director, exponential rate.” building experience.

McLaughlin said stuUnderstanding circuitry Electrical Training dents then graduate from and how electricity works Center the course with a certificate could be a major challenge, identifying that they took especially for 12th-grade students, but McLaughlin said relating how it’s used the training, but they also leave with an in the modern age is key to understand- Occupational Safety and Health Admining the process. Using analogies for istration 10 certificate, which is a federgaming consoles and charging phones al certification of safety.

In addition to completion certificates, are some of the ways that students could relate to, McLaughlin said. For graduates also received citations from each activity, McLaughlin added, it’s State Sen. Steve Rhoads.

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As for next year, the district expects enrollment to double to around 20 students. For McLaughlin, taking a tradebased course, such as the electrical program, will help students pursuing a trade or engineering after graduation.

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Months after his termination from Maria Regina Catholic School in Seaford, Michael Califano is fighting back with a lawsuit.

According to reports, Califano, a former third-grade teacher at Maria Regina, filed a federal civil rights lawsuit on June 19 against the Diocese of Rockville Centre and Maria Regina Catholic School.

According to the lawsuit, Califano claims that he was fired from his job in December after the Diocese was made aware of pictures on social media of him kissing his boyfriend. That same month, Califano said he met with the school’s pastor and a diocese representative, who allegedly told him that he had violated a handbook policy about adhering to Catholic values.

Following the meeting, Califano’s employment was terminated from the school where he was a teacher for over a year.

The Diocese was reached for comment about the lawsuit but did not respond as of press time.

However, a previous comment from a Diocese representative said the school did not end Califano’s employment over his sexuality.

Following his termination, members of the community came out to support Califano.

Parents created a social media page demanding his reinstatement at Maria Regina. His aunt started an online petition to reinstate him, which gained thousands of signatures a few weeks after its launch. On Dec. 29, A protest occurred outside St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre in support of reinstating Califano.

Califano said that while he is gay, he leads a Catholic lifestyle, and is an active participant in the church. Parents of students and school officials at Maria Regina fought for him to stay, according to Califano’s mother, Jackie, but it is believed that Bishop John Barres upheld the termination, she added.

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Nurses from Long Island received special recognition from Congressman Anthony D’Esposito for their dedication to the community on June 17.

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Sixteen nurses from all U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito honored nurses on Long Island across Long Island were at a ceremony on June 17. selected to receive a special received the Distinguished D’Esposito spoke at the ceremony about Congressional Nurses Award. The nurses how important health care workers are and were honored with a ceremony at the Mer- how he is proud to consider them neighbors rick Golf Course where D’Esposito present- on Long Island. ed them with awards.

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Fresh produce coming your way this fall

By NICOLE FORMISANO nformisano@liherald.com

Thousands of people across Nassau County go to food banks and soup kitchens each month for much-needed sustenance. But soon, the food bank may come to them.

Long Island Cares, a nonprofit focused on helping hungry families, expects to debut its Mobile Food Truck in September.

The new service specifically aims to make fresh fruits and vegetables more accessible to those who otherwise struggle to purchase them. When people have to pay for their medication, clothes and children’s school supplies, for example, spending the extra money on fresh produce is often out of the question.

“When people struggle with food insecurity, they oftentimes have to make difficult decisions with what they do with their money,” said Paule Pachter, chief executive of Long Island Cares. “And sadly, oftentimes what’s considered healthy food options — like lean chicken, lean proteins, fresh vegetables, fresh fruit — sort of become less important than paying for your rent. And so it becomes a focus — and almost, in my opinion, a responsibility — of food banks to make sure that people have access to the most healthy foods possible.”

Long Island Cares works with more than 350 local food pantries, but many

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The Mobile Food Truck for Long Island Cares — expected to deliver fresh produce across Nassau County — was made possible by a $250,000 grant from Bank of America Long Island. Bank of America executives Mark Perez and Jaime Stojanowski, left — as well as Jennifer Porti, fourth from left — presented the grant to Long Island Cares representatives Jessica Rosati, Yenny Buitrago and Paule Pachter. simply do not have the storage capacity to house the fresh produce people need.

The Mobile Food Truck, by contrast, could deliver enough fruits and vegetables to fill up nearly five refrigerators, Pachter said. Local pantries can simply schedule a time for the truck to visit them, and their produce needs will be supplemented by the truck’s refrigerated storage.

The program is more needed now than ever, Pachter said. Fresh produce — already more expensive than less healthy

options — has skyrocketed in price since the coronavirus pandemic, according to multiple studies in the National Institutes of Health. Only around 1-in-10 people get their recommended daily serving of fruits and vegetables, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The Mobile Food Truck is expected to improve those statistics for hungry people on the island.

A refrigerated food truck is a concept Long Island Cares has worked on for a

while now — but it was a $250,000 grant from Bank of America’s Long Island branch that finally brought the produce truck to fruition.

With that money, Long Island Cares can buy the truck with refrigerated storage and wrap it with the charitable organization’s name.

The partnership isn’t new. Bank of America is one of the largest donors helping hungry people, Pachter said — the bank’s previous $500,000 grant to Long Island Cares was directly responsible for opening new satellite locations, including one that is coming to Valley Stream.

“Access to healthy, nutritious food is more important than ever, and the new mobile farmers market will allow Long Island Cares to distribute fresh produce to more individuals and families in need,” said Mark Perez, president of Bank of America Long Island, in a statement.

And the program helps more than the hungry.

“This can be seen, in many ways, as a real boon to both the state and regional economy, because we always make it our business to first buy from Long Island when produce is able to be harvested in season” Pachter said. “So, this is really supporting New York in many ways, and supporting the Long Island farm community in many ways. ” To find food near them or to volunteer, visit the Long Island Cares website at LICares.org.

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Summit stresses cyclist, pedestrian safety

By SCOTT BRINTON Special to the Herald

Martin Buchman talked up the Long Island Greenway Trail outside the amphitheater at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow last week, a table full of maps, charts and pamphlets before him.

The retired high school teacher who’s also a board member of the New York Bicycling Coalition, said ground will break next year on the nearly 200-milelong cycling trail that will connect Eisenhower Park with Montauk, nearly 200 miles away.

“The real hope is to get bicycle infrastructure that does not compete with cars,” Buchman said.

The cycling advocate and enthusiast was at NUMC for the second annual Walk Bike LI Summit, at which “vulnerable road users” such as bicyclists and pedestrians were the primary point of discussion. He understands all too well the dangers cyclists face on the island’s heavily trafficked roads — and the need for safe spaces of their own.

Buchman has been hit twice by cars while riding his bike over the last seven years. The first time was Bike-to-Work Day in 2017. He was cycling 25 miles from Stony Brook to Plainview-Old Bethpage High School when a left-turning driver ran into him.

He broke his collarbone, and was one of three cyclists who wound up in the same emergency room together, all biking to work.

Buchman was struck a second time in 2022, cracking his fibula and needing 45 stitches to repair a gash in his lower leg.

A number of crash victims who enter NUMC — including pedestrians and cyclists — do so “hoping to walk out,” said Daniel Flanzig, a personal injury attorney at the Mineola-based Flanzig & Flanzig, who’s also a bicycling coalition member with Buchman. But “a lot of people do not. When my phone rings, somebody’s never having a good day.”

Nassau County recorded more than 37,700 crashes last year that killed 62 and injured more than 12,500 others, according to state statistics presented at the summit. Of those accidents, 421 involved bicyclists, with 358 injured and one person killed.

That means the injury rate involving vehicle-on-vehicle crashes was roughly 33 percent. The rate when a vehicle struck a cyclist was 85 percent.

Megan Ryan, NUMC’s interim chief executive and president, explained that most anyone who has suffered a traumatic injury in a crash throughout the county — in particular, a cyclist or pedestrian — will be sent to NUMC because it is a Level I trauma center.

Ryan, who sits on the North Merrick education board, spoke of a high school student who was recently hit while riding his bicycle in her neighborhood and was rushed to NUMC. And then, on the day of the summit, a 12-year-old was hit by a car while riding his bike on the North Bellmore-Wantagh border. He was airlifted to Cohen Children’s Medical

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Daniel Flanzig — a member of the New York Bicycling Coalition board — and Cynthia Brown, executive director of the New York Coalition for Transportation Safety, were among the featured speakers at the second annual Walk Bike LI Summit at Nassau University Medical Center, where bicyclist and pedestrian safety was front and center.

Tips for staying safe Given the 2.2 million cars in the region, cycling on Long Island involves a degree of risk. But it’s risk that can be mitigated, according to the T.H. Chan School of Public Health at Harvard University, with these safety tips: ■ Always ride to the right with the flow of traffic

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When complete, the Long Island Greenway Trail will stretch from Manhattan to Montauk, measuring nearly 200 miles — 60 percent of which will be off-road. The trail will connect with the Empire State Trail, which begins at the Battery in Lower Manhattan, and runs 750 miles to Buffalo. The Greenway Trail will connect with 60 bus routes and 46 train stations, and will be within a 10-minute walk of 27 Long Island communities, according to the Trust for Public Land, which is spearheading the effort to construct the pathway.

Center in Queens, where he was reported in stable condition.

“Pedestrian safety, bicyclist safety, it’s very important,” Ryan said. “It’s something that I think is overlooked. We try to teach (pedestrian/bicyclist safety) for younger children, but it’s very important for the older students, older children, and adults, as well.”

Wendy Tepfer, executive director of the Community Parent Center in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District, came to the summit to hear any

suggestions that might help improve the center’s driver education programming.

The center, Tepfer said, stresses the need to stay focused on the road, without distractions, in large part to protect cyclists and pedestrians. She noted that when drivers are distracted by cell phone calls, they are only able to focus 35 percent of their attention on the road, so their mind zeroes in on the cars in front of them while limiting their peripheral vision.

Pedestrians and cyclists, however, are

■ Leave three feet of space between you and parked cars to avoid opening doors ■ Wear a helmet ■ Use bike lights ■ Use hand signals when turning most likely to be found on the sides of roads — that is, in drivers’ peripheries.

“We talk about distractions all the time,” Tepfer said.

Cynthia Brown, executive director of the Westbury-based New York Coalition for Transportation Safety, said redesigning roads to improve safety is tough, if not impossible, because doing so often involves condemning properties to make way for new infrastructure.

“The only thing that you can really try to change,” Brown said, “is driver behavior.”

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More than 100 billion gallons of water will be used for lawn maintenance alone across Long Island this summer — enough to fill 150,000 Olympic-sized swimming polls — and the cost shows up in more than just your water bill.

It’s also hitting the ecology hard, according to officials, which is why the Long Island Commission for Aquifer Protection is urging neighbors to be mindful of their water usage.

“The heat wave has to make us realize that water, particularly in Nassau County, is a finite resource,” Adrienne Esposito, executive director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment, told reporters last week at the West Hempstead Water District.

“It is all of our responsibility to protect that water supply.”

The entirety of Long Island’s drinking water comes from natural aquifers.

They’re like giant underground sponges — when it rains, the water seeps underground and is absorbed by sand and gravel, creating natural reserves of freshwater.

“In Nassau County, we’re experiencing what’s called groundwater mining, which means that we’re taking more water out of the groundwater system than the rain is able to replace naturally,” Esposito said. “This is not a good recipe for sustainability.”

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Protecting Long Island’s groundwater is about protecting its longevity and local ecosystem, said Adrienne Esposito, executive director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment.

The groundwater serves three vital functions, explained Bret Bennington, chair of Hofstra University’s Department of Geology, Environment and Sustainability. First, it’s pumped to the surface to be used as freshwater. Then it directly feeds just about every lake, stream and tributary on Long Island. Finally, when it travels to the shoreline and is released along the coast, it prevents saltwater from moving in underneath the island.

In other words, as long as groundwater

is continually flushing outward, the saltwater doesn’t intrude upon Long Island’s natural freshwater resources, which could ultimately destroy this vital reservoir.

There needs to be enough groundwater to adequately perform all three of those functions, Bennington explained. So, the problem isn’t that Long Island will entirely run out of water — it’s that the more neighbors drain these natural reserves, the more significant consequences they’ll see on the entire groundwater system.

Lakes and rivers become dry. Saltwater contaminates the fresh water under the island, rendering the reserves undrinkable. To compensate, more drinking water must be pumped from other reserves. The process snowballs into a vicious cycle — and it shows up on water bills.

“The more we pump, the more it costs to treat,” said Jason Belle, who chair the aquifer protection commission. “So, by reducing our pumps, not only do they reduce their water bill, it reduces the district’s bill, which will in turn keep the rates low.”

So how can people do their part? As the island approaches the peak season of water usage, officials said, perhaps the best way for residents to be efficient with their landscape-related water usage may be to adopt smart irrigation.

Smart ir rigation is a “holistic approach to using water” in landscaping, said Mike Dwyer, director of the Irriga-

tion Association of New York.

If someone notices a brown spot on their lawn, Dwyer said, don’t just turn up the sprinklers run time. Check out the sprinklers in that zone to see if they’re running efficiently.

Are the nozzles clogged? Are the sprinklers blocked by plant growth? Are the heads rising fully out of the grass?

Plus, not all brown spots are from lack of water — insects or disease may be culpable.

And rather than relying on timers, he added, switch to a controller based on evapotranspiration — or ET — which adjusts how long sprinklers will run depending on how wet the ground is.

Why water your lawns on a rainy day?

“We’re not here to tell people to not water their lawns,” Belle said. “All we’re saying is that you can have the best of both worlds — a nice healthy lawn, while also reducing the amount of water to achieve it.”

“There are many good reasons to preserve groundwater, whether it’s for drinking water, for our ecology, or for our sustainability,” Esposito said. “We’re asking people to start now. Don’t wait until August when we’re in another summer heatwave and a drought. Start good water conservation practices today.”

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Chabad Center celebrates pre-K graduates The Chabad Center for Jewish Life of Merrick-Bellmore-Wantagh celebrated graduates of Alan & Tatyana Forman Early Jewish Learning Center with a ceremony on June 17 at the Brookside School in North Merrick. The ceremony consisted of music, prayer, guest speakers and individual recognition for each young student celebrating this major accomplishment.

The ceremony kicked off with a welcome address from program director Chanie Kramer, who runs the Chabad Center with Rabbi Shimon Kramer. Rabbi Kramer led the ceremony’s invocation, and Rabbi Daniel Haramati then led attendees in prayer.

Marianna Borets, the administrative director of the learning center, later shared her thoughts on state.

The graduating students said the Pledge of Allegiance and sand God Bless America, among several additional songs.

The ceremony also thanked all of the Chabad’s teachers for their work throughout the school year. To wrap up the ceremony, each students’ names were individually called and they received a diploma to celebrate the accomplishment.

State Sen. Steve Rhoads, who represents the district the Chabad is located in, shared his thoughts on Facebook following the graduation ceremony. “A jubilant and joyous moving up ceremony this morning marked the momentous milestone for our Pre-K graduates of the Chabad of Merrick-Bellmore-Wantagh Jewish Early Learning Center,” Rhoads wrote. “Congratulations to all of the graduates. May your futures be bright and filled with joy and success.”

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The Chabad Center for Jewish Life held its graduation ceremony for pre-K students of the Alan & Tatyna Forman Early Jewish Learning Center.

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Chanie Kramer, who directs the Chabad with Rabbi Shimon Kramer, welcomed families to the ceremony.

Michael Rovensky was among this year’s graduates.

Marianna Borets, the administrative director of the learning center, offered remarks during the ceremony.

Class moms and members of the learning center’s administration.

Tatyan and Alan Forman were presented with a gift from the Chabad’s classrooms.

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ll aboard! The lovable blue tank engine Thomas and his friends have rolled into Long Island. With a cargo full of interactive STEM activities for families to explore, Long Island Children’s Museum staffers — and visitors — are excited to welcome back the returning exhibit, “Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails.”

“Long Island Children’s Museum had opened the exhibit in early 2020 to great audience reaction,” explains museum president Erika Floreska. “Then Covid happened and the museum shut down. The exhibit sat in our empty building for months, anticipating the return of visitors. By the time the museum was able to reopen, the exhibit had to move on to its next scheduled destination.”

At long last, everyone can board once again as the train fulfills its intended route.

In real life, the islands just off the English mainland near Barrow in Furness, in Cumbria, has been home to the engines of industry — submarine manufacturing plant, undersea coal mining, petrochemicals and a hotly contested nuclear energy plant.

But for generations — baby boomers who read the Rev. Wilbert Awdry’s Railway Series books and the children of the ‘80s who experienced those stories, too, on a popular television series — the only island that counts in the gleaming distances of the Irish Sea is Sodor.

Sodor — home to Thomas the Tank Engine, that is, where the trains are as busy as ever.

“You’re stepping into another world, visiting Knapford Station on the Island of Sodor,” says Long Island Children’s Museum education director Ashley Niver.

Awdry originally created the beloved trains in the early 1940s as stories for his son, Christopher. The fictional tank locomotive has since captivated families worldwide.

While the look of trains has changed since Thomas first came to be, the message is clear: trains don’t lose their appeal.

“There is something super magical and enticing about playing with toy trains. It seems to triumph over any other vehicle,” Niver says. “When you see a train, it’s like, ‘Wow, that’s a special trip.’”

The traveling exhibit, created by the award-winning Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Mattel’s Fisher-Price, rolled into the museum in late May and will continue to charm families through Sept. 8.

Targeted especially for kids between 2 and 7, the exhibit incorporates foundational STEM learning that can perhaps inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and physicists.

Through engaging play, families arrive at creative solutions to problemsolving using mathematical thinking and experimentation as they respond to challenges.

“Kids are learning how to engineer together,” Niver says. “It’s a really nice area where you can let your kids roam free. They can explore, and there’s a lot of socialization happening too.”

First, look inside a Sodor train.

“You’re welcomed with a bright, shiny Thomas, a giant life-size one which the kids can board,” Niver says. “Some levers and parts create train noises, whistles and steam.”

Then, help out the green train, Percy, repair a wobbly wheel. Continue on to move coal into Percy’s coal box and fill his tank with water. Also load luggage,

Explore the Island of Sodor for an adventure on the rails. livestock and addtional cargo into two train cars.

Even become part of Thomas’ world by suiting up as a conductor, exchanging money, and selling tickets to passengers.

And naturally, it wouldn’t be a • Now through Sept. 8, “Thomas & Friends” experience without some Tuesday through Sunday, 10 toy trains. a.m.-5 p.m.

Families can play at an oversized Thomas • $17 museum admission, wooden railway table, bringing people through $16 seniors 65 and older; all Sodor’s iconic destinations such as Tidmouth additional fees for theater Sheds, Brendam Docks, and the Sodor Search programming • View the events calendar and Rescue Station. at LICM.org for additional While in actuality trains connect information or call (516) us to various places both familiar and new, the 224-5800 “connection” here is an emotional one.

• Long Island Children’s “What’s really important about Thomas is Museum, Museum Row, that he is super hard-working,” Niver says. “He’s Garden City. the smallest train, but he never gives up, and he always tries to help people learn to work together, to cooperate, to be kind to one another.

“Children find him really endearing and connect on a deep level with him.”

As North Western Railway Controller Sir Topham Hatt always says: “Thomas is a very useful engine.”

There’s also something nostalgic for the parents who grew up watching the televised version of Thomas. On view are model engines from the original live-action series, and copies of the original drawings along with 75 manuscripts, among the memorabilia documenting the history and evolution of Thomas.

From one generation to another, “Thomas & Friends” continues to captivate audiences in a powerful way.

“Anything that you remember raising your own children with that you can then pass down is the coolest thing, to have that connectivity through the years,” Niver adds.

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Thomas has chugged into the museum and invites families to stop on by.

Get the Led Out rocks out with their tribute to what many consider rock ‘n roll’s greatest band, in ‘A Celebration of the Mighty Zep.’ From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, GTLO has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The six veteran musicians who make up the Philadelphia-based group deliver all passion these bluessoaked rock anthems deserve. GTLO re-creates songs, in all their depth and glory, with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. No wigs or fake English accents, the band brings what the audience wants — a high-energy Zeppelin concert with honest, heartthumping intensity with a strong focus on Led Zeppelin’s pivotal early years.

Friday and Saturday, June 28-29, 8 p.m. $75. $45, $30. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

Gilbert and Sullivan’s ‘Iolanthe’ Mortals and immortals come face to face in the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company’s of Long Island’s production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s classic ‘Iolanthe.’ The comic opera, which debuted in 1883, is one of the most beloved of all the Gilbert and Sullivan operas. Its perfect balance of words and music, humor and drama, and political satire resonates to this day. The whimsical story involves a half fairy/ half mortal shepherd lad who falls in love with wealthy heiress that sets up a conflict between the wily Lord Chancellor and the cosmically powerful Fairy Queen. Featuring some of Sullivan’s most stunning music, including ‘Oh Foolish Fay,’ and what is popularly known as ‘The Nightmare Song,’ expect an evening of first class entertainment and riotous fun suitable for all ages.

Sunday, June 30, 3 p.m. $30, $25 seniors/children. Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Tickets available at MadisonTheatreNY.org or call (516) 323-4444.

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Downes’ new iteration of Asia first began to evolve last summer, at the concert held in memory of late lead singer, songwriter and bassist, John Wetton (King Crimson, Roxy Music, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, UK, Asia, John Wetton Band, Icon). Downes invited old friend John Mitchell (It Bites, Frost*, Lonely Robot, Kino, John Wetton Band, Icon) and newcomer Harry Whitley to join him on stage to celebrate Wetton’s life by performing some of the classic Asia hits. Such was the uproarious reception to their set that Downes wondered if something magical was beginning to take shape. Downes’ newlook Asia once again features Mitchell on guitars and Whitley on lead vocal and bass. The quartet is made complete by the addition of Virgil Donati (UK, Southern Sons, Steve Vai, Allan Holdsworth) on drums. The band will perform the hits you know and love, including “Heat of the Moment,” “Only Time Will Tell,” “Sole Survivor,” and more. $99.50, $79.50, $69.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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Kids are encouraged to express themselves as they create characters, stretch their imaginations and build self-confidence. This week’s theme: Calling All Superheroes! Costumes encouraged. $5 with museum admission. Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

Wantagh 4th of July parade Wantagh celebrates Independence Day with a parade on July 4.

Step off begins at 10 a.m. on Park Avenue and heads north on Wantagh Avenue to Island Park Road, where it heads east to Beech Street. Parade comes to its final destination at the Wantagh Elementary School, where a panel of judges will announce the winners of awards ranging from the most patriotic to the most creative floats.

On exhibit Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Urban Art Evolution,” is a comprehensive exhibit featuring a diverse range of compositions from the 1980s through the present by creators who were based in the rough and tumble downtown area of New York City known as Loisaida/LES (Lower East Side/East Village) and close surrounding neighborhoods.

Artists pushed the boundaries of what was considered “art” with a primary focus on street/graffiti art.

The exhibit’s scope, guest curated by art collector/gallerist Christopher Pusey, offers an even broader view from other creative residents, who worked inside their studios but still contributed to the rich fabric of the downtown art scene from different vantage points and aesthetics.

Works include sculpture, paintings, photography, music, and ephemera from many noted and influential artists. On view through July 7. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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Dance the night away with Vinyl Revival, Wednesday, July 10, 8 p.m. at Seamans Neck Park. The band plays the best disco tunes from the ‘70s with just enough classic rock and pop hits to keep everyone on their feet. 2700 S. Seamans Neck Road. No seating; bring a chair or blanket.

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Visit Nassau County Museum of Art for a viewing of “Wild Style,” a 1983 film regarded as the first hiphop movie, Saturday, June 29, 3 p.m. A hybrid project that exists as both a musical and a documentary, the film features hip-hop pioneers of the period, including Fred “Fab Five Freddy” Brathwaite, Lee Quiñones, Lady Pink, The Rock Steady Crew, The Cold Crush Brothers, Queen Lisa Lee of Zulu Nation, Grandmaster Flash, and Zephyr, who play themselves in a loosely scripted story shot entirely in the South Bronx, the Lower East Side, and MTA subway yards.

A Q&A follows with director Charlie Ahearn and critic-curator, Carlo McCormick. Seating is limited and reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Celebrate America View the pyrotechnic spectacle, as part of Eisenhower Park’s annual holiday double bill, TD Bank’s Celebrate America, which also includes a concert, at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Wednesday, July 3, 5:3010 p.m. With performances by the popular local Allman Brothers tribute act Allmost Brothers and Chicken Head. Bring seating. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. For information, visit NassauCountyNY.gov.

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Park on the west side of the comfort station and meet members of Congregation Beth Tikvah on the boardwalk. Bring seating. There is no parking fee after 4 p.m. 1 Ocean Pkwy., in Wantagh. For more information, call the office at (516) 785-2445.

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Come celebrate the music, the memories and the good times with Billy, Bobby, Peppy and Mike!

Doors open at 6 p.m., concert is at 8 p.m. 221 Old Northern Blvd., Celebrate Israel Roslyn,. For tickets/information, Salute Israel, while welcoming visit MFPProductions.com or call Eisenhower Park’s summer (516) 580-0887. concert season, at the annual Celebrate Israel Antique Car Show concert, presented by Jewish Wantagh Museum hosts its Community Relations Council third annual antique car show, of Long Island, Sunday, June Saturday, July 13. The event, 30, 6 p.m. Israeli superstar 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., features Raviv Kaner performs. Bring cars from the 1970s and older. seating. Harry Chapin Lakeside Refreshments will be on sale and Theatre, Eisenhower Park, museum sites will be open.

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Saturday, June 15 ...............8:00-9:30pm Ja Rule at Mitchel Field Athletic Monday, July 29 ..................5:00-6:30pm JUNE Sunday, July 28 ...................6:00-8:30pm Complex Senior Afternoon Concert: Korean American Night Saturday, June 15 ...............8:00-9:30pm The Fireflies and The Devotions Sunday, June 16 ..................6:00-8:30pm Ja RuleAmerican at Mitchel Field Athletic Monday, July 29 ..................5:00-6:30pm Indian Night AUGUST Complex June 26 ...........7:00-9:30pm Senior Afternoon Concert: Wednesday, Friday, August 2 ..................7:00-9:00pm Greek American Night The Fireflies The Devotions Dancing Dream –and ABBA Tribute Sunday, June 16 ..................6:00-8:30pm Saturday, June 29 ...............6:00-8:30pm Saturday, August 3 .............6:30-9:30pm Indian American Night AUGUST Chinese American Night Salute to Vets Show with Face to Face Wednesday, June 26 ...........7:00-9:30pm August 2 ..................7:00-9:00pm & Friday, American Bombshells Sunday, June 30 ..................6:00-8:30pm Greek Night Dancing Dream – ABBA Tribute IsraeliAmerican American Night Sunday, August 4 ................6:30-8:30pm The Midtown Men featuring Stars Saturday, June 29 ...............6:00-8:30pm Saturday, August 3 .............6:30-9:30pm JULY from the Original ofwith Jersey Boys ChineseJuly American Night Salute to Vets Cast Show Face to Face Monday, 1 ....................7:00-9:30pm Monday, August 5................7:00-9:30pm German American Night & American Bombshells Sunday, June 30 ..................6:00-8:30pm Irish American Night Wednesday, July 3Night ..............5:30-10:00pm Israeli American Sunday,August August 4 ................6:30-8:30pm Thursday, 8 .............7:00-9:00pm TD Bank’s Celebrate The Midtown Men featuring Stars Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack JULY America Fireworks from the Original Cast of Jersey Boys & Show July featuring The Allmost Brothers Friday, August 9 ..................7:00-9:00pm Monday, 1 ....................7:00-9:30pm Band & Chicken Head Rocks 45Monday, RPM August 5................7:00-9:30pm German American Night Friday, July 5...............Fireworks Rain Date Saturday, August 10 Night ...........7:00-9:00pm Irish American Wednesday, July 3 ..............5:30-10:00pm This is Garth featuring JD Leonard Saturday, July 6 ..................7:00-9:00pm Thursday, August 8 .............7:00-9:00pm TD Bank’s Celebrate So Good – The Neil Diamond Experience Sunday, August 11 ..............6:30-8:30pm Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack AmericaJuly Fireworks Living Colour Sunday, 7 .....................6:00-8:00pm &Opera ShowNight featuring The Allmost Brothers Friday, August ..................7:00-9:00pm with Christopher Macchio Monday, August 129.............5:00-6:30pm Band & Chicken Head Rocks 45 RPM Senior Afternoon Concert: Monday, July 8 ....................5:00-6:30pm Vinnie Medugno & The SeniorJuly Afternoon Concert: Friday, 5...............Fireworks Rain Date Saturday, August 10Chiclettes ...........7:00-9:00pm Courtesy Wantagh school district The Excellents and The Demensions Thursday, August 15 ...........7:00-9:00pm This is Garth featuring JD Leonard Saturday, July 6 ..................7:00-9:00pm UB40 : Red Red Wine Tour Thursday, July 11................7:00-10:00pm Wantagh students visited the national September 11 memorial & museum in So Good – The Neil Diamond Experience Sunday, August 11 ..............6:30-8:30pm Rock of Ages Tribute: Friday, August 16 ................7:00-9:00pm manhattan last august. to help fund future museum trips, the school district Shoot 2July Thrill7 -.....................6:00-8:00pm AC/DC ZacLiving BrownColour Tribute Band (ZBTB) Sunday, Completely Unchained Van Halen announced a 9/11 memorial 5K fundraiser.

Saturday, August 17 ...........7:00-9:00pm Opera Night with Christopher Macchio Monday, August 12 .............5:00-6:30pm Return to Paradise - Styx Doo Wop Show: Manhattan Skyline, Senior Afternoon Concert: Monday, July 8 ....................5:00-6:30pm Friday, July 12 .....................7:00-9:00pm Stan ZizkaMedugno & The Del & Satins, Vinnie The Chiclettes Senior Afternoon Concert: Streetfighter – Rolling Stones Tribute Larry Chance’s Earls The Excellents and The Demensions Thursday, August 15 ...........7:00-9:00pm Saturday, July 13 ................7:00-9:00pm Sunday, August 18 ..............4:00-8:00pm UB40 :American Red Red Night Wine Tour Misty Mountain – Led Zeppelin Tribute Pakistani Thursday, July 11................7:00-10:00pm Sunday, ...................6:00-9:00pm Monday, August 1916 .............7:00-9:30pm Rock of July Ages14 Tribute: Friday, August ................7:00-9:00pm Harry 2 Chapin Ukrainian American Night Shoot ThrillTribute - AC/DCShow & Food Drive Zac Brown Tribute Band (ZBTB) with The Harry Chapin Band Thursday, August 22 ...........7:00-9:00pm Completely Unchained - Vanand Halen Saturday, August 17 Will Sing For Food Let’s Sing Taylor - Taylor...........7:00-9:00pm Swift Return to Paradise - Styx Doo Wop Show: Manhattan Skyline, Monday, July 15 ..................7:00-9:00pm Experience Friday, July 12 .....................7:00-9:00pm Stan Zizka & 24 The Del Satins, The Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra Saturday, August ...........7:00-9:00pm Streetfighter Rolling Stones Tribute Larry Chance’s Earls Thursday, July –18................7:00-9:30pm Disco Unlimited Continued from page 1 well. The district, he said, already has Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “A Grand Sunday, August 25 ..............7:00-9:00pm Saturday, July 13 ................7:00-9:00pm Sunday, August 18 ..............4:00-8:00pm who died on 9/11 or from 9/11-related ill- teachers who were not alive when terNight for Singing” by Plaza Productions Don Felder former lead guitarist Misty Mountain – Led Zeppelin Tribute Pakistani American Night nesses. The committee decided on a 5K rorists attacked the United States on Friday, July 19 .....................7:00-9:30pm of The Eagles Sunday, July 14 ...................6:00-9:00pm Monday, August 19 .............7:00-9:30pm Creole American Night run to help raise money for future trips Sept. 11, 2001.

Friday, August 30 ................7:00-9:00pm Harry Chapin Tribute Show & Food Drive That Ukrainian American Night Motown Band “We want to make sure that we’re Saturday, July 20 ................7:00-9:00pm to the museum as well as other initiawith The Harry Chapin Band and Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway Thursday, August 22 ...........7:00-9:00pm tives, such as a senior scholarship and a educating students,” Guzzone said. “We SEPTEMBER Will SingJuly For21 Food Sunday, ...................6:00-8:30pm Let’sSeptember Sing Taylor - Taylor Swift Sunday, 1 .........7:00-9:00pm also have a responsibility now, as the memorial of the district’s own at one of Bangladeshi Night TheExperience Purple Experience - Prince Tribute Monday, July American 15 ..................7:00-9:00pm elder statesman of education, to make its buildings.

Monday, JulyPops 22 ..................7:00-9:00pm The Nassau Symphony Orchestra Sunday, September Saturday, August8 .........5:00-7:30pm 24 ...........7:00-9:00pm sure that we’re educating our educators, The Sinise Foundation, according to Italian American Night Turkish American Night Thursday, July 18................7:00-9:30pm Disco Unlimited Thursday, July 25................7:00-9:00pm Guzzone, agreed to be a Gold Star Spon- so they’re in a great position to pass Saturday, September 14 ....7:30-10:00pm Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “AJimmy GrandBuffet Barometer Soup - A Tribute to Sunday, AugustPuerto 25 ..............7:00-9:00pm World Renowned Rican sor, the highest level of sponsorship for along that knowledge to students, Night for Singing”

by Plaza Productions Don Felder former lead guitarist Salsa Orchestra Friday, July 26 .................7:00-9:00pm the event. Jim Ravella, senior vice presi- because they’re not going to have those Doo Wop Show: Friday, July 19 .....................7:00-9:30pm of The Eagles 20 .........7:00-10:00pm Friday, September dent for programs at the foundation, stories.”

Johnny Farina of Santo & Johnny, Legendary House30 DJ ................7:00-9:00pm TBA Creole American Night Friday, August Phil Cracolici and The Mystics, In his last 10 years as an administrasaid it was an honor to support the with LI’s Own DJ Theo opening That Motown Band Saturday, July 20The ................7:00-9:00pm Vito Picone and Elegants, tor at Oceanside and Wantagh high Wantagh community .

Sunday, September 29 .......2:00-9:00pm Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Passions Broadway Jimmy Gallagher of The SEPTEMBER Latino American Night schools, Guzzone said, he didn’t need to “We provide a lot of services to veterSaturday, July21 27...................6:00-8:30pm ................7:00-9:00pm Sunday, July Sunday, September 1 .........7:00-9:00pm ans, first responders, their families, and ask teachers what their lesson plans The Hilarious Hitmen, a Comedy Bangladeshi American Night The Purple Experience - Prince Tribute our active-duty Guard (and) Reserve,” were for Sept. 11, because they all Bring Blankets or Chairs Musical Spectacular

5K will raise money for 9/11-related projects

NOONTIME CONCERTS

Monday, July 22 ..................7:00-9:00pm Sunday, September 8 .........5:00-7:30pm Ravella said, referring to the National Italian American Night Turkish American Night Guard and Army Reserve. “That is a big WEDNESDAYS, 12:00-2:00PM | EISENHOWER PARK | Parking Field #1 Thursday, July 25................7:00-9:00pm All Events weather permitting.

Call 516-572-0200 for up-to-date Saturday, September 14information. ....7:30-10:00pm part of our mission, but this is also at Barometer Soup - A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet World Renowned Puerto Rican the core of who Gary is, and why this AUGUST SalsaAccords Orchestra Friday, July 26 .................7:00-9:00pm August 7 ..........The JUNE foundation exists is to connect to the Doo Wop Show: August 14 ........Cathy Santanello 20 .........7:00-10:00pm June 19 ............Stiletto & Saxman Friday, September next generation.”

Johnny Farina of Santo & Johnny,August 21 .......Risky Business June 26 ............The Harmonizers Legendary House DJ TBA Since the event’s announcement last Phil Cracolici and The Mystics, August 28 .......Michael JULY with LI’s D’Amore Own DJ Theo opening month, Guzzone said, the reaction from Vito 3Picone and The Elegants, July ...............Dennis Dell SEPTEMBER September 29 .......2:00-9:00pm ..Bob Damato July 10 .............Blue Angel Parks Jimmy Gallagher of The Passions September 4Sunday, the community has been “tremendous.”

Latino American Administration September 18 .Edie Van Buren Night July 17 .............Louis Del Prete Organizations including Jovia FinanSaturday, July 27 ................7:00-9:00pm 516-572-0200 July .............Tangerine The 24 Hilarious Hitmen, a Comedy September 25 .The Tercels cial Credit Union, Coldwell Banker and July 31 .............Johnny Avino Bring Blankets orBlankets Chairs Musical Spectacular Bring the Helix Contracting Corp have signed

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up as sponsors, along with community groups.

Before the event, be sure to check out Nassau’s WEDNESDAYS, 12:00-2:00PM | EISENHOWER PARK | Parking Field #1 NASSAU COUNTY Guzzone says it’s not just students top-notch Restaurants, Golf Courses,AllBeaches and SUMMER CONCERTS for up-to-date information.

Events weather permitting.

Call 516-572-0200 AND FUN SPONSORED BY Shopping. Nassau is back and open for business! who benefit from learning about 9/11, AUGUST but the next generation of educators as

JUNE June 19 ............Stiletto & Saxman June 26 ............The Harmonizers JULY July 3 ...............Dennis Dell July 10 .............Blue Angel July 17 .............Louis Del Prete July 24 .............Tangerine

August 7 ..........The Accords August 14 ........Cathy Santanello August 21 .......Risky Business August 28 .......Michael D’Amore SEPTEMBER September 4 ..Bob Damato Parks Administration September 18 .Edie Van Buren 516-572-0200 September 25 .The Tercels

recalled what happened that day, and remembered watching news footage of smoke pouring out of the towers, or calling loved ones to see if they were OK. For Guzzone, it is crucial to keep these stories from being lost over time.

“It’s important to keep this alive and tangible and real, not only for our students, but for educators,” he said, “because it’s going to be their responsibility to continue passing along this knowledge.”

The inaugural Wantagh Warrior 9/11 Memorial 5K will take place on the high school track on Sunday, Sept. 22, at 9:30 a.m. For more infor mation, go to tinyurl.com/Wantagh-911-5k.

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 VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT E. JERANEK, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on March 7, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 11, 2024 at 3:00 p.m., premises known as 1806 Monroe Avenue, Seaford, NY 11783. 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 52, Block 296 and Lot 965.

Approximate amount of judgment is $320,486.74 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #611483/2021. Cash will not be accepted. 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.

Ralph J. Madalena, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 147198 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff against JOSEPH MORALES, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840, New York, NY 10170.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 16, 2020, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 2331 Neptune Avenue, Seaford, New York 11783. Sec 65 Block 273

Lot 13. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Seaford, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Approximate Amount of Judgment is $598,181.30 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 602732/2018.

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

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

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Lisa Segal Poczik, Esq., Referee File # 23-14875NY 147368

LEGAL NOTICE NASSAU - INDEX NO.: 612308/2023 SUMMONS. Plaintiff designates NASSAU COUNTY as the place of trial based upon the location of the premises herein described having tax map Section 52, Block 311, Lot 10, SEAFORD, NY, County of NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERITIFCATEHOLDERS OF THE CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007-16CB MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-16CB, PLAINTIFF, -against- any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirsat law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of CLAUDIA KWASNIK, deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs-at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff, JOESPH

PICARIELLO, AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF CLAUDIA KWASNIK, CHRISTINE KWASNIK, AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF CLAUDIA KWASNIK, SLOMINS, INC.,UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, “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, DEFENDANTS. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this Summons and Complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered against you and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: Syosset, New York, June 3, 2024. Roach & Lin, P.C., attorney for Plaintiff, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, NY 11791.

Tel: 516-938-3100.

To the above-named defendants: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. JEFFREY A. GOODSTEIN a Justice of the Supreme Court, State of New York, dated May 7, 2024 and filed with the NASSAU County Clerk together with the supporting papers thereon. This is an action to foreclose a

mortgage held by Plaintiff on the premises known as Section 52, Block 311, Lot 10, SEAFORD, NY, County of NASSAU as described in the complaint on file and commonly known as 265 GILLING ROAD, SEAFORD, NEW YORK 11783. 81151 147338

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff AGAINST JAMES DILLON, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 30, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 15, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3549 WADENA STREET, SEAFORD, NY 11783. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Seaford, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 63., Block 20, Lot 694. Approximate amount of judgment $399,728.60 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #007076/2015.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County 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. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Malachy Lyons Jr., Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-001721 80852 147330 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, -againstDANIEL GLASNER, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on August 8, 2023, wherein NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING is the Plaintiff and DANIEL GLASNER, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction

Crime brief Man wanted for touching incident Police are looking for a man after committing an inappropriate act in Seaford on June 21, according to reports.

Detectives say a 34-year-old woman was walking in the rear of 751 Seamans Neck Road at around 5:30 p.m. when she was approached by a man who inappropriately touched her and ran away. The man, according to police, is described as

Hispanic, between 20 to 25 years old, with long hair and braces on his teeth.

The investigation is ongoing, and detectives request anyone with information regarding this incident to call the Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911.

Police say all callers will remain anonymous.

— Charles Shaw

Public Notices

RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 23, 2024 at 3:00PM, premises known as 2479 JACKSON AVE, SEAFORD, NY 11783; and the following tax map identification: 65-182-20 & 21.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING, AND BEING AT SEAFORD, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 002753/2015.

Peter Kramer, Esq. - Referee.

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 147515 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. ROGER DENNIS CHAFFEE, et al, Defts.

Index #612456/2022. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered June 12, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 24, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 52, Block 302 Lot 743. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of

sale. RICHARD L. FARLEY, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY. #101492 147513

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 41-2024 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held June 4th, 2024 , by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 41-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 41-2024, amending Section 202-56 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING FOR FIREMEN ONLY” at various locations.

Dated: June 4, 2024 Hempstead, New York

BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 147627 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, -againstJOSEPH FIORELLO, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on July 5, 2022, wherein PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and JOSEPH FIORELLO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s).

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH

SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 25, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3835 MARION COURT, SEAFORD, NY 11783; and the following tax map identification: 52-370-18.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN SEAFORD, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 008439/2016. Dominic A. Villoni, Esq. - Referee.

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 147643

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED TRUST, SERIES INABS 2005-A, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES INABS 2005-A, Plaintiff against DEBORAH ASDAHL, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 2, 2024.

I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau

County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 25th day of July, 2024 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Seaford, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Premises known as 2464 Riverside Avenue, Seaford, (Town of Hempstead) NY 11783.

(SBL#: 65-61-911) Approximate amount of lien $480,408.98 plus interest and costs.

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

Index No. 612198/2022.

Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee.

Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Dated: May 14, 2024 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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sherema.gladden@rentokil.com Help Wanted 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 $16 per hour to $20 per hour.

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ISLAND PARK: 1 BR, ground floor, all renovated, water/heat included. No Pets. $2200/ month. 516-316-6962 LYNBROOK: 2 BR, 1 Bath, Second Floor, Off Street Parking, No Pets, $3,100.

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Home Sales A sampling of recent sales in the area

Baldwin $890,000 Jay Way. Split Level. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Open layout. Formal dining room.

Den/family room.

Taxes: $14,535.84 Bellmore $699,000 Natta Boulevard. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. L-shaped formal dining room. Den/family room. First floor bedrooms. Many updates.

Taxes: $12,693 East Meadow $910,000 4th Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and pantry room. Formal dining room. Den/family room, exercise room and home office. First floor bedroom. Security system.

Updates include wet bar.

Taxes: $12,562 Franklin Square $779,000 Catherine Avenue. Split Level. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms.

Eat-in kitchen. Spacious room. Meticulously maintained charming property. Convenient location near shopping schools, park, and more.

Taxes: $11,838.69 Long Beach $892,500 Wilson Avenue. Contemporary. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.

Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. Den/family room.

Updates include cathedral ceiling and skylight.

Taxes: $14,770 Merrick $775,000 Stuyvesant Avenue. Colonial. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Partial finished basement. Eat-in kitchen. Den/family room.

First floor master bedrooms. Updates include skylight.

Taxes: $13,794.63 Oceanside $700,000 Montgomery Avenue. Split Level. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office. Security system.

Taxes: $11,739.85 Valley Stream $765,000 N. Grove Street. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry.

Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office.

Spacious rooms. Updates include new boiler and ductless air conditioning units. Convenient location near parks, dining, shopping and LIRR. Taxes: $10,234.69 West Hempstead $730,000 Park Avenue. Expanded Cape. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops. Open layout. Formal dining room. Den/family room and home office, with wet bar and exercise room. Spacious rooms with ample closet space. Paver patio and 1.5 car garage. Mother/daughter with proper permits. Convenient location near parkway, shopping, park.

Taxes: $11,373.37

Source: The Multiple Listing Service of Long Island Inc,, a computerized network of real estate offices serving Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Brooklyn.

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A. There are many contributing factors that determine construction cost, and even though you are focused on getting the partial second floor reconstructed to a full second floor, many unanticipated issues may need to be resolved. When a design professional comes to your home, they may be looking at how to join other roofs to the new construction, onte eeper and how the exterior will look, shed rain and snow, fit in with or stand out from the architecture of neighboring buildings.

Then there are the legal issues. For example, many municipalities, since the time when the house was originally built, have changed their zoning regulations. This may mean that you can’t build directly on top of what you have, because setback distance requirements may have changed. Even though it might make sense to build right on top of the existing outside wall, some jurisdictions will require a lengthy delay, waiting for a zoning hearing to request to vary from their regulation so you can break the setback plane again.

If you decide to set the second floor back farther, it means that the upper walls will have to land on structure that has to be added, and there needs to be special care for waterproofing. This may seem simple, but often leads to problems with leaks and sagging structure if not handled properly.

Regulation changes may not have taken the expense or logistics into account, and are often taken for granted, but either way the owner decides to go, the cost is greater than the original estimate.

The experienced design professional may ask about other things, like the deck, shed, pool, fences, hot tub or central air conditioning unit in the yard.

These items delay the project and add cost.

Requirements to legalize the location and construction of every one of these items have been around for at least two or three decades, so when the owner says their air conditioning or pool company wasn’t required to get a permit, this is a common fallacy.

Knowing it is the owner’s problem or thinking it will never come up is generally the motivation to avoid the approvals, but it now also adds to the extra cost and time you may not have been anticipating.

Labor, overhead for licensing and insurance all add to why contractors’ costs will vary. Taking all of these cost and time issues into account is important. Choose based on more than price. Work with facts, not just sales language. Good luck!

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n June of 2022, a drastically conservative Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ripping away our constitutional right to make our own health care decisions — a right Americans had held for nearly 50 years.

This disastrous decision, in Dobbs v.

Jackson Women’s Health Organization, was the direct result of Republicans’ decadeslong, methodical attack on women’s reproductive freedom, and it ignited a fervor among extreme anti-choice groups to chalLAURA lenge access to abortion care, in GILLEn vitro fertilization and birth control at both the state and federal levels — including here in New York.

Two years later, the fight for our bodily autonomy persists in courtrooms, statehouses and Congress. This November presents a pivotal opportunity to reinstate Roe v. Wade as the law of the land, remove the government from our doctors’ offices, and protect women’s fundamental freedoms once again.

Since Roe was overturned, legisla-

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tors and governors in more than a dozen states have imposed harsh restrictions and outright bans on abortion. The repercussions have been devastating. Cases like that of a child rape victim who was forced to travel out of state for an abortion; or a woman who developed sepsis after doctors denied her an abortion for a nonviable pregnancy; or a woman who was denied an exception for abortion care for a nonviable pregnancy by a judge even when her ability to have more children was at risk, illustrate the dire consequences of these laws.

Republican extremists like my opponent in the race for the seat in the 4th Congressional District, the incumbent, Anthony D’Esposito, would have you believe that women in blue states like New York will be spared this suffering because, they say, abortion is now solely a statelevel issue. That claim completely ignores the federal-level efforts that farright anti-abortion groups have launched to restrict reproductive rights nationwide, like the outrageous legal campaign to ban medication abortion and House Republicans’ support for a national ban on abortion — which

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would impact New York.

On top of these efforts, state-level bans can have spillover effects on abortion access in New York. In 2023, thousands of women traveled from abortion-hostile states to protected states, including 6,000 women who traveled to our state.

This strains the capacity of our providers, impacting care and access for New Yorkers.

Despite the very real threat to abortion access here in New York, my opponent is continuing to push an anti-choice agenda that’s completely out of touch with the values and needs of Long Island.

D’Esposito’s record is clear: He endorsed a federal ban on abortion that would apply to New York.

He endorsed Donald Trump — who proudly claims credit for dismantling Roe — for president. D’Esposito voted to fund misleading so-called “crisis pregnancy centers,” which peddle dangerous misinformation about reproductive health care to women here on Long Island, and backed restrictions on abortion access for military servicewomen.

If re-elected, he will continue to empower, and ally himself with, antichoice extremists who aim to restrict

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our ability to decide when and how we start a family.

This election will be a turning point.

We can rectify past injustices, restore our freedoms and implement policies to broaden reproductive health care.

Achieving a pro-choice majority in Congress could reaffirm Roe as the law of the land, shield against attacks on birth control and IVF, and promote inclusive policies like enhanced contraception coverage and equitable maternal care. As a woman, as a mother of daughters and as someone who doesn’t believe the government should make our medical decisions, ensuring that this fundamental freedom is reinstated for women is personal to me — and I’ll do everything in my power to fight back against extreme attacks on our rights.

We stand at a crossroads in this election. By choosing leaders committed to protecting and expanding reproductive health care, we can counteract the damage inflicted by the Dobbs decision and by anti-abortion extremists like Anthony D’Esposito. Failure to do so risks irrevocable setbacks to our freedom.

The choice is clear, and it is ours to make.

Laura Gillen, a former Hempstead town supervisor, is a Democratic candidate in the 4th Congressional District.

Albany gets one right for our kids

rogress” and “Albany,” unfortunately, have not been synonymous over the past few years, with good reason. Albany has gotten a lot of things wrong: bail reform, reckless spending increases, and energy policy, just to name a few. But sometimes, Albany does something right. Those instances — when Democrats and Republicans come together in good faith to address a problem — are when real progress occurs.

Most recently, that happened stEvE when the State Legislature acted RhoAds to protect our children from the dangerous influence of big tech through social media.

Virtually everyone knows of social media’s enormous influence, both positive and negative, on people of all ages.

It has changed dramatically over the years. Once upon a time, your Facebook feed mostly consisted of posts

from your friends or pages you chose to follow. Today it’s predominantly ads, sponsored content, and other posts that secretly developed, ever-changing algorithms determine are best suited for you. Basically, they decide what you get to see, with almost no ability for you to change it.

Control at that level is not only frustrating, it’s dangerous. Especially when it comes to children who, given their age and maturity level, are more easily swayed and influenced.

Social media has been tied to significantly higher rates of youth depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation and self-harm. Some research found that time spent on social media is 10 times more dangerous than non-social media internet use. Among girls, the association between poor mental health and social media use is stronger than the connections between poor mental health and binge drinking, obesity or hard drug use. Concern about this is nearly universal among parents I speak to.

Self-policing is rarely a recipe for

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success, but in many ways, that’s what social media companies have been allowed to do. Not surprisingly, it hasn’t worked, because there’s an inherent conflict of interest. Feeds have been specifically designed to create addiction. Addictive feeds keep users on the platform longer, where they see more ads and the company collects more of their data, all directed toward the goal of earning higher profits.

Big Tech’s failure to appropriately self-regulate is endangering children, which is why we needed to act. Democrats and Republicans in the Senate and Assembly worked together with Gov. Kathy Hochul on legislation to protect children from some of the harms they’re currently facing.

Under the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act, which I cosponsored, social media companies must restrict addictive feeds on their platforms for users under 18 unless parental consent is granted. These feeds are created based

aking social media companies restrict addictive feeds for those under 18.

on users’ behavior, such as how long they look at certain media or the materials they click on, and are designed to be predictive of what content will keep them on the platform for as long as possible. Companies will also be prohibited from sending notifications about feeds to minors from midnight to 6 a.m. without parental approval.

The Child Data Protection Act, which I cosponsored as well, prohibits online sites from collecting, using, sharing or otherwise processing any personal data of those under 18 without informed consent. Minors’ data cannot be disclosed to third parties without a written binding agreement.

Both bills passed the Legislature with broad bipartisan support and I’m happy to report that Hochul signed the bills into law on June 20.

Protecting children should always be a priority, never a political issue.

Thankfully, that’s exactly how this was treated. For all the dysfunction and failures Albany created in recent years, it’s heartening to see that progress is still possible. Let’s hope this is a sign of better things to come.

Steve Rhoads represents the 5th Senate District.

SEAFORD HERALD — June 27, 2024

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Lessons learned, grads take the next step

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s the hot days of June envelop Nassau County, a palpable sense of achievement fills the air.

It’s the season of graduations — when students from every corner of our communities take center stage to mark significant milestones in their academic journeys. Whether they’re stepping up from kindergarten, advancing through middle school, or donning their caps and gowns to receive high school diplomas, each graduation represents more than just an academic feat — it’s a celebration of resilience, growth, and the promise of a brighter future.

Here, this tradition of honoring our graduates is more than ceremonial. It’s a testament to our values as a community.

It underscores our commitment to nurturing young minds and preparing them for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Each graduation ceremony isn’t just a rite of passage, but a collective acknowledgement of the dedication and hard work that students, educators and families have invested throughout the academic year.

For those moving up from kindergarten, it’s a moment filled with innocence and wonder, marking the beginning of their formal educational journey. These young learners are applauded not just for completing a grade level, but for embracing the joy of discovery and laying the foundation for future academic success.

Their excitement is infectious,

reminding us all of the boundless potential in every child.

Middle school graduations — often overlooked amid larger celebrations — hold a special significance. They signify a pivotal transformation from childhood to adolescence. It’s a time of exploration, self-discovery and personal growth. Recognizing these students’ achievements empowers them to embrace the challenges of high school with confidence and determination.

And then there are the high school graduations — perhaps the most anticipated and emotionally charged of all.

These ceremonies are not just about crossing a stage; they are about crossing a threshold into adulthood. They mark the culmination of years of academic rigor, extracurricular dedication, and personal development.

Each diploma handed out represents a unique story of perseverance, triumph over adversity, and the unwavering support of families and educators.

Beyond the individual achievements, celebrating graduations strengthens the fabric of our community. It fosters a sense of pride and belonging, reinforcing our shared commitment to education and the future of our youth. These ceremonies serve as poignant reminders of the impact that a supportive community can have on shaping young lives and inspiring future generations.

In a world often marked by rapid change and uncertainty, these rituals

Letters Vallone kicked Butker’s butt (metaphorically) To the Editor: Herald Senior Editor Jordan Vallone was absolutely on point in her criticism of Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker in her column “Hello, Harrison Butker?

Women can be heroes, too” (June 13-19). In his commencement speech to the graduating class of Benedictine College, Butker singled out the women in the class when he said, “I would venture to guess that the majority of you are most excited about your marriage and the children you will bring into this world.”

I would echo Ms. Vallone’s one-word response: Really?

Is this the summation of values that Butker espouses for these young women who have spent four-plus years dedicated to their education? I would venture to say they are most excited about applying their hearts and minds to careers in their chosen fields. Butker went on to say, “I’m on the stage today and able to be the man I am because I have a wife who leans into her vocation … and embraces one of the most important titles of all: homemaker.”

Really? Butker was only on that stage because he can kick a pigskin farther then most humans. And I’m fairly certain that when he was selected 233rd in the 2017 NFL draft, he wasn’t focused on his potential role as a stay-at-

provide a sense of continuity and tradition. They remind us of the enduring values that bind us together — values of knowledge, compassion, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed.

By celebrating our graduates, we not only honor their accomplishments, but also reaffirm our collective responsibility to nurture and uplift future leaders, innovators and change-makers.

As we gather to applaud the Class of 2024 and beyond, let us remember that their achievements aren’t just milestones in their lives, but milestones for our communities as a whole. Each graduation ceremony is a testament to the strength of our educational system, the dedication of our teachers, and the unwavering support of families and mentors. It is a moment to reflect on the past with gratitude, embrace the present with joy, and look to the future with optimism.

So, to all of our graduates — from kindergarten to high school — congratulations! Your hard work, determination and resilience have brought you to this momentous occasion. As you embark on the next chapter of your journey, may you carry with you the lessons learned, the friendships forged, and the dreams that fuel your aspirations.

We stand proud of every one of you, celebrating not just what you have accomplished, but the boundless potential of what you will achieve.

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he Iroquois, the first inhabitants of what became New York state, adopted a code of living about 500 years ago that still stands as a model of forward-thinking decisionmaking. Their Great Law of Peace stipulated that “in every deliberation, we must consider the impact on the seventh generation.”

How regressive, then, that many of today’s Nassau County elected leaders are failing to consider how their decisions will affect even the next couple of generations.

For example, the rejection of a proposed windpower project far out to sea from keVin Long Beach reflects indifferkeLLeY ence to the impact of fossil fuel-generated climate change on that community’s children and grandchildren. And now Town of Hempstead officials are poised to kill a zoning change that would allow residential and retail development near the Lawrence and Inwood Long Island Rail Road stations. The effect of that action would be to perpetuate environmentally destructive sprawl into the second half of the 21st century — and beyond.

The Hempstead Town Board had unanimously adopted the currently threatened transit-oriented development initiative five years ago. The ordinance declared that the plan would “achieve multiple municipal goals: encourage walking and bicycling; increase transit ridership; emphasize mixed-use, pedestrian-oriented development; reduce potential automobile dependency associated with new land uses … and support a larger commercial tax base for North Lawrence and Inwood.”

But those favoring repeal of the zoning designation now warn that transit-oriented development would diminish “community character” and represent “a threat to public health, safety and welfare.”

What happened in the past five years to bring about such a 180-degree shift in attitude toward this kind of development? One important factor was the fierce opposition to Gov. Kathy Hochul’s move in 2023 to mandate denser housing development in Nassau County and other suburbs around the state. Eric Alexander, director of Vision Long Island, points to a still-cresting “wave of anti-development sentiment in communities across Long Island.” The leader of

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this “smart growth” planning organization adds, “It’s no longer just ‘Not in My Backyard’; it’s now ‘Not in My Region.’”

This desire to preserve a 1950s version of suburbia may be understandable, but it’s also shortsighted and narrow-minded. As Kyle Strober, director of the Association for a Better Long Island, observes, “The boomer notion of white picket fence suburbs is a thing of the past. Young people want to move into areas with cool downtowns.”

Transit-oriented development can give them what they want. It could enable some of the 55 percent of 20- to 34-year-old Long Islanders now living with their parents or other older relatives to buy or rent apartments near amenities such as restaurants, cafes and clothing stores. It would also cater to the preference for non-automotive transport that many young adults have expressed in numerous surveys. Rather than increasing traffic congestion, as opponents warn, building homes and stores near train stations would reduce car trips to supermarkets, dry cleaners and other everyday destinations.

As of now, however, millennials on Long Island can find few convenient and affordably priced homes outside the

oung people have expressed a preference for non-automotive transport.

Letters home dad.

Ms. Vallone’s article brought to mind Elizabeth Keller, a clinical medical physicist at Emory University. According to Wikipedia, a medical physicist is a health professional with specialized education and training in the concepts and techniques of applying physics to medicine, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Keller is married, and is now Elizabeth Butker, the proud mother of, you guessed it, Harrison Butker. Did he not pause to see the irony in his condescending speech before he delivered it?

Ten years ago, as a school board trustee in the East Meadow School District, I wrote an article about my musings on Graduation Day as to where our children would be in the future. I ended by saying that I envisioned myself sitting anxiously in a hospital waiting room years later.

Across the room, I saw a young woman to whom I had handed a diploma quietly approaching me and saying, “Don’t worry, Mr. D., she’s going to be just fine.” I sincerely hope that she is now delivering these words to other worried loved ones.

Maybe Mr. Butker should think of his mom’s profession while writing his next commencement speech. Or better yet, just confine his thoughts to putting the ball through the uprights.

JOSEPH DANENzA East Meadow

There’s plenty more advice that Biden needs

transit-oriented developments planned or being built in communities such as Baldwin, Farmingdale, Lynbrook, Mineola and Ronkonkoma. And that’s because their elders often make it difficult, or impossible, to build apartment houses or row houses. Over the past decade, the Regional Planning Association noted in a 2022 report, Nassau and Suffolk counties permitted the lowest rate of new housing construction in New York state.

Transit-oriented projects are “vital to our economic health on Long Island,” Strober says. “They’re vital to the creation of a young and vibrant workforce that can call Long Island their home.”

Residents of Nassau County — not just those in Inwood and Lawrence — who want to leave a legacy of affordability, diversity and economic dynamism should make their views known at the July 2 Town of Hempstead public hearing on the repeal of the transit-oriented development zoning designation. Seven generations may be too far into the future to contemplate, but we can surely be sensitive to the needs of those who will closely follow us.

Kevin J. Kelley was a congressional staff member in the 1980s, and is a retired journalist and journalism professor who worked for newspapers in New York, Vermont and Kenya and taught at St. Michael’s College in Vermont. He lives in Atlantic Beach.

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To the Editor: Re Jerry Kremer’s recent column, “Some advice Joe Biden badly needs”: Please add the following to “It’s the economy, stupid”: It’s the grocery shock, stupid.

It’s the gas prices, stupid. It’s the high interest rates, stupid. It’s the southern border, stupid. It’s the illegal migration, stupid. It’s the revolving crime, stupid. It’s the raging wars, stupid.

And above all, it’s the weaponization of the Department of Justice, stupid!

I was a lifetime Democrat until 2016, when I gave my vote to Donald Trump.

The Iraq war and the Libyan war that Hillary Clinton had voted for were turning points.

No Russian told me to vote for Trump. I have not regretted my vote ever since.

In 2020, I was hesitant to vote for Trump, but the vaccine his administration had produced in Operation Warp Speed in just 10 months gave me hope. Despite hearing all the media about the Trump administration, I still voted for Trump.

With the weaponization of the DOJ, I have lost all hope in the Democratic Party.

KUSH MAKHIJANI Merrick

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