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Mitchell Siegel creates art out of metal garden. After the garden’s installation and a few functioning seaMitchell Siegel of Levittown sons, Siegel wanted to create has spread his wings by com- something to decorate the bining his passion for creating space. “He came to see the garden, art with his profession as an and he told me what he did, and electrician. that’s so incredible During the sumbecause part of our m e r, Siegel garden is taking installed his first care of the earth ar t piece at his and keeping things place of worship, out of the landfill Temple B’nai and stuff like that,” Torah in Wantagh. Salem said. The piece was Siegel made his made of scrap first display piece metal — which for the garden, a would have otherroughly 10-foot tall wise been discardbutterfly sculpture ed — that he took with a surrounding from his job sites. bench. “All of the sud“It was special den this whole that it actually sculpture thing went to my temcame about, and it ple,” Siegel said. “It was something that MitCHEll SiEGEl had meaning I never realiz ed artist/electrician behind it, that it that I had in me,” was the first place I Siegel said of startput artwork that people could ing his artistic journey. Bellmore resident Susan really enjoy it.” He used a plasma cutting Salem, a garden enthusiast who turns community green spaces technique, handling a highly into gardens across Nassau heated torch to cut through County, helped Temple B’nai metal for the wings. “It is the hottest thing on the Torah transform unused nursery space into a functioning Continued on page 9

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Wantagh Middle School student adrian de Chavez has become a talented violist, and has performed in venues including Madison Square garden and Barclays Center.

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A trip to a music store had a profound impact on Adrian De Chavez. Adrian, an eighth-grader and a member of the orchestra at Wantagh Middle School, remembers when he received his first pair of instruments at age 6. He walked into a music store with his father, and was surrounded by instruments of all shapes and sizes. He told his dad he needed to buy an instrument, so his father bought him a viola. Adrian said he preferred the size of the viola compared with other orchestral instruments, including the smaller violin.

“I feel like it makes a much more broader sound than a violin, and much more fun,” he said of the viola. In the years since that trip to the music store, Adrian has become a talented violist. He plays in the middle school orchestra and jazz band, and has taken part in the AllCounty Music Festival and the Long Island String Festival since fifth grade. According to Thomas Brody, who directs the middle school orchestra, Adrian’s dedication to his craft has made him a leader in the orchestra program whom other students look up to. “He brings a sense of maturity that is helping out a lot of other people in our Continued on page 4

ll of the sudden this whole sculpture thing came about, and it was something that I never realized that I had in me.

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Geography Bee winner Ahsan Saleem was joined by runners-up Paul Felice, left, and Steven Lucchese.

Students show their knowledge of the world Wantagh Middle School students brought their knowledge of 197 million square miles to the annual Geography Bee on Jan. 11, where they competed for school champion. The championship featured 20 sixth, seventh and eighth graders who won preliminary rounds in their social studies classes. Teacher David Cippoletti read questions about the United States and the world in the double-elimination competition.

Sixth grader Ahsan Saleem emerged as the winner after eight rounds, with seventh graders Paul Felice and Steven Lucchese earning a tied for second place. The event featured numerous questions about states, countries, continents, bodies of water and cultural geography. Difficulty ramped up in the later rounds when students had to give their answers without the benefit of multiple choices. Director of Humanities Julie Rosslee said geogra-

phy is woven into the curriculum in all grade levels and multiple subject areas. Students pull knowledge from their English, social studies and world languages classes. “The Geography Bee is an annual event that everyone looks forward to,” Ms. Rosslee said. “It gives the students something to strive for. The participants cheer each other on, and the camaraderie is phenomenal.”

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The Wantagh Elementary School concert orchestra performed three songs to open up the dress rehearsal for the winter concert on Jan. 23.

A winter concert warm-up in Wantagh A dress rehearsal for Wantagh Elementary School’s winter concert on Jan. 23 was not only a final tune up for members of the band, chorus and orchestra, it was a chance for other students to appreciate music. Principal Randee Bonagura, during her introductions for the morning performance, commended the hard work of the student instrumentalists and vocalists. She said it was important for students in the three ensembles to be recognized by their peers, who sat as an attentive audience. Soon after, she and Assistant Principal Rachel Iannuzzi went up on stage and joined the band. The concert orchestra, featuring fourth and fifth grade string musicians, opened the show. They performed three songs under the direc-

tion of Dina Langer. Next up was the concert band, consisting of fifth grade musicians and conducted by Danielle Fisher. Dr. Bonagura sat among the clarinet players while Ms. Iannuzzi joined the percussion section. The show closed out with the chorus. The group of third, fourth and fifth grade singers was led by Beth Marinis and accompanied by music teacher Eliza Della Monica on the piano. Each song was introduced by a student, who spoke of its history and meaning. Preparations for the concert, which included an evening show for families in the high school auditorium, began in September. Each group totaled about two dozen full rehearsals, in addition to small-group lessons.

The chorus consisted of third, fourth and fifth grade singers. Principal Randee Bonagura played the clarinet and Assistant Principal Rachel Iannuzzi was in the percussion section as they joined the fifth grade concert band for a trio of songs.

The fifth grade band got a daytime tune up in preparation for their evening winter concert.

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orchestra with how to operate, how to behave, what sound to listen for, and how to play in tune,” Brody said. “All the values that we look for in orchestra musicians here, Adrian already embodies that.” Adrian also plays in the New York Inter national Youth Philhar monic Orchestra and the Joyous Music School’s Youth Orchestra, which he said are exciting environments in which to hone his skills. “It’s fun, enjoyable, and I learned many techniques from it,” he said. For the Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, he rehearses for an hour and a half every two weeks at the Joyous Music School, in Flushing. At the end of every school semester, the orchestra performs a graduation concert with its seniors, and the younger musicians perform with them. The Joyous School’s Youth Orchestra, Adrian explained, is smaller than the Philharmonic, but plays in larger venues, such as Barclays Center and Madison Square Garden. He remembers being scared when he played in these arenas for the first time, but he overcame the fear. “I didn’t get used to it,” Adrian said, “but I felt that you shouldn’t be scared because you’re just there. Everyone’s watching you. If you make a mistake, it’s fine, because you just have to keep going. You can’t

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Wantagh middle School orchestra director thomas Brody, left, with adrian de Chavez and the high school orchestra director, eliza dellamonica. Both directors say adrian embodies the values they look for in their musicians. stop. You can’t start over.” Adrian has been trained using the Suzuki method, which relies on ear training, re petition and parental involvement. According to Wantagh High School Orchestra Director Eliza DellaMonica, students in school learn to

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on technique and on ear training.” DellaMonica added that in the Suzuki method, parents are involved with home practice, creating a triangle with the student and teacher, all working together on a child’s musical progress. Adrian said he works with private teachers and by himself, and is making his way through a series of books. DellaMonica said that the books contain musical pieces that students need to learn before moving on to the next book. The training, Adrian said, has made it easier for him to do orchestral work, but is challenging. “It progressively gets harder through each book and through each song,” he said. The method is popular in New York City and parts of the Northeast and the South, DellaMonica said, but it isn’t common on Long Island. She and Brody both said that few students trained in the Suzuki method come through the Wantagh program, which makes Adrian unique. Learning music has also helped him excel in school, because it has taught him patience and how to focus. For students who might be interested in music, Adrian said to keep practicing despite the initial challenges. “If you keep on practicing, it’s going to get easier,” he said, “and it’s going to become more enjoyable.”

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GAMES TO WATCH Thursday, Feb. 1 Girls Basketball: Floral Park at V.S. North .................. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Wantagh at V.S. South ...............5:15 p.m. Boys Basketball: Mineola at Lynbrook .................6:45 p.m. Boys Basketball: Clarke at Lawrence......................... 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Carle Place at East Rockaway ........ 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 2 Boys Basketball: Elmont at Carey ........................4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Carey at Elmont .........................4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Friends Academy at Seaford .......... 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: Glen Cove at Hewlett ...................... 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: East Meadow at Mepham .............. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: G.N. South at Long Beach ............. 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: New Hyde Park at Calhoun ............ 7 p.m. Boys Basketball: Westbury at Baldwin ...................... 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Mepham at East Meadow .............. 7 p.m. Girls Basketball: Bethpage at Kennedy ..................... 7 p.m.

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MacArthur’s once-comfortable 13-point advantage midway through the fourth quarter dwindled to a basket in the final minute last Saturday afternoon as host East Meadow staged a furious rally in a showdown of the top two girls’ basketball teams in Nassau Conference AA-1. In an attempt to take the lead, the Jets created an open look from three-point range with less than 10 seconds remaining in regulation but were unable to convert. MacArthur’s Meaghan Campbell secured the rebound and the 60-56 victory with a pair of free throws. “I’m not surprised it came down to the end because we’re both really good teams,” said Campbell, one of its seven sophomores. “It was a fun game,” she added. “We’re a close group and we’re excited to keep our streak going.” The Generals, who inched closer to a fourth consecutive conference title and won their 38th straight conference game, had four double-digit scorers led by a career-high 17 from sophomore Ysabelle Perillo. Campbell had 16 points and 14 rebounds, and senior Sara Kealey and sophomore Gabby Nicolini chipped in 10 points apiece. “This a team that doesn’t crumble down the stretch,” head coach Dave Radtke said after MacArthur improved to 12-3 overall and 9-0 in AA-1. “They got back in the game with some big threes and I thought we did a nice job of keeping our composure. “We play at such a frantic pace, it’s not that easy for us to step on the brakes and burn the clock,” he added. “It’s a big win. It puts us two games ahead of East Meadow and three ahead of everyone else.” The Jets (11-5 overall, 8-2 in AA-1), who were looking to avenge a 72-62 defeat at MacArthur Dec. 18, got a game-high 26 points from junior Allie Twible and a career-high 24 from freshman Angelina Cronin. “It’s not the result we wanted, but playing in this type of game can only help us in the playoffs,” East Meadow head coach Peter Olenik said. “It was a playoff-type

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a Kealey trey and senior Ani Angelakis’ field goal. “We’re a balanced-scoring team and our defense has been great all season,” Radtke said. “We feed off our defense.” MacArthur also enjoyed a 12-4 run to open the second half, keyed by Perillo and Angelakis three-pointers, and led by as many as 14 late in the third quarter. Twible and Cronin made the Generals sweat, however, combining for four threepointers and all 20 Jets points in the fourth.

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His art piece adorns Temple B’nai Torah face of the earth, that’s what they call it,” Siegel said of the torch. “They call it the sun in a gun, it basically cuts through metal like butter.” His first major project was a dragonfly sculpture he created in 2020. He then went on to create a metal heron, a dandelion and multiple holiday centric pieces, placed in Clark Botanical Garden and St. Francis Hospital and Heart Center. “I’m very holiday-oriented,” Siegel said. “Valentine’s Day is coming up, so I’ll start making things in hearts, so the second I’m done with Va l e n t i n e ’s D ay, I s t a r t g o i n g towards clovers for St. Patrick’s Day.” Siegel’s interest in metal work began with his profession as an electrician, as a member of Local Union No. 3 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, where he still works as a third generation employee. “It was not something I wanted to do in the beginning, but I realized that it was a really great thing, the camaraderie among the men,” Siegel said. “The union is for learning and teaching things where you go through an apprenticeship, so I learned all of the different trades

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from being in the electrical trade.” Siegel then tackled welding, metalworking and plasma cutting, with his cousin, Christopher Petri, teaching him how to weld. The two have remained close, with their families going fishing and to the beach together. “A few years back, he set himself up a woodworking shop and started turning out some amazing items — everything from custom furniture to custom pens and mechanical pencils,” Petri said. “It became quite ap p a re n t t h at h e p o s s e s s e s a remarkable talent.” Siegel has donated other pieces to gardens and a library, but continues to craft pieces, based on the interests of who it’s being donated to. “When somebody says they want something, I think about them for a while, and it has to be something having to do with them — that’s when I do something that I know that they would appreciate,” Siegel said.

mitchell Siegel made a large butterfly out of scrap metal he found in his work as an electrician, and donated it to the Wantagh temple.

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HERALD NEIGHBORS Square dance creates lasting memories Temple B’Nai Torah recently hosted its Square and Line Dance, a lively tradition that brought together community members for an evening of music, dance, and celebration. In its 25th year, the event took place on Jan. 27, marking a quartercentury of joyous gatherings at the Wantagh temple. The festivities kicked off with a hot buffet before turning into an evening of rhythmic entertainment. The event’s dance caller, Mario Fiore, added a special touch to the celebration. Fiore, the son of the renowned Primo Fiore, continued the family legacy of promoting square dancing. Primo Fiore is remembered for teaching square dancing at the Bandshell at Jones Beach, making the B’Nai Torah event a continuation of a cherished tradition. Under Mario Fiore’s guidance, over 120 enthusiastic attendees took part in the square and line dances, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with laughter. The dance floor became a melting pot of community members, each reveling in the blend of tradition and modernity throughout the evening. In bringing together generations of participants, the Square and Line Dance at Temple B’Nai Torah became a symbol of unity within the community.

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A large crowd gathered at Temple B’Nai Torah in Wantagh on Jan. 27 to enjoy a music-filled night of square and line dancing. Over 120 attendees enjoyed a hot buffet dinner before hitting the floor to show off their moves at the square and line dance.

–Charles Shaw

Mario Fiore, the square dance caller at the event, speaks onstage to the dancing crowd. Fiore is the son of Primo Fiore, who famously taught square dancing at the Jones Beach Bandshell.

Joanne Greenlee, left, Lisa Shimborski and Linda Shedlock, dressed for the occasion at Temple B’Nai Torah’s Square and Line Dance event.

Rob and Debbie Saunders enjoying a night of square and line dancing at Temple B’Nai Torah.

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The Monkees icon Micky Dolenz relives those heady days when The Beatles ruled the world, musically at least.

Former Wings guitarist Laurence Juber also participates, performing with Micky Dolenz and others.

Micky Dolenz headlines The Fest for Beatles Fans

The Monkees’ drummer shares his experience with the Fab Four

It’s time to drag out that neon once again and give your hair its best ‘80s ‘do. Those crazy days are back — as only Jessie’s Girl can pull off. The band of NYC’s top rock/ pop musicians and singers gets everyone into that ‘Back to the ‘80s’ vibe with the latest edition of their popular concert experience. With a lineup including four pop-rock vocalists dressing and performing as ‘80s icons — backed by a dynamic band — this is the deﬁnitive ‘80s experience. Throw on top of that: a load of super-fun choreography, audience participation, props, costumes bubbles, and confetti — and you have a party that audiences don’t want to leave. Jessie’s Girl has mastered over-the-top renditions of the some of world’s most unforgettable songs, all while dressed up as the iconic characters of that decade. This is theater meets live music, covered in ‘80s glitz. Friday, Feb. 2, 8 p.m. $45, $37.50, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

By Daniel Offner The Fest for Beatles Fans — the largest and longestrunning immersive experience for fans of the Fab Four — celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Beatles devotees surely will want to get in on the action, next weekend, Feb. 9-11. It involves an all-star lineup of musical guests, an auction of rare memorabilia, fan meet and greets, a giant Beatles marketplace, Beatles museum, an art gallery dedicated to the Fab Four, plus even more. And since this year also marks the 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ arrival at JFK International Airport, it all happens at the famed TWA Hotel at JFK. Headlining this year’s event is none other than drummersinger Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, along with Laurence Juber and Steve Holley of Wings, Billy J. Kramer, Greg Bissonnette, Mark Rivera, and others. The Monkees — unlike the Fab Four themselves — were not actually a band at all. They came about through the magic of television to appear like they were a group trying to be like The Beatles, but who could never quite achieve the same level of success. “We used to have a poster of The Beatles on the set and we would throw darts at it,” Dolenz says. “We were never famous on the show. It was about the struggle for success and trying to get a record deal, which we never did on the TV show.” Ironically, the success of the NBC sitcom would launch the “imaginary band” to new heights. The Monkees would go on to achieve success they never thought attainable. Their albums climbed to the top of the Billboard charts, and soon they were selling out shows all across the country. Several of their songs, including the “(Theme From) The Monkees,” was actually written, produced and performed by songwriting duo Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart; later rerecorded to feature the actors’ voices. Dolenz says that during the auditions, producers required that the actors were able to play an instrument and sing. “The producers must have had in mind that we were going to play live,” he recalls. “Mike Nesmith said it was like Pinocchio becoming a real little boy.” He compared the experience to the Fox musical series “Glee,” in the sense that all four members of the group were

able to sing and act, practiced and learned the music in order to perform on tour. During the height of his show’s popularity in 1966, Dolenz was invited to sit in on a session at Abbey Road Studios. He said that, at the time, The Beatles were in the middle of tracking their song, “Good Morning, Good Morning,” for their eighth studio album, Sgt. Pepper’s

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Lonely Hearts Club Band. Interestingly, John Lennon said that the inspiration for the tune came to him from a Kellogg’s Corn Flakes commercial. Coincidentally, back in the United States, Dolenz and The Monkees were featured in several commercials for the breakfast cereal during their peak. In the years that followed, he would have many more interactions with John, Paul, George and Ringo. “I’ve always been a huge Beatles fan,” Dolenz says. “They were great. They got what The Monkees were all about.” He also recalls how Lennon once compared The Monkees to the Marx Brothers, because of their plucky

comedic antics. Throughout the years, Dolenz has mixed in a blend of Beatles covers into his repertoire, including “Good Morning, Good Morning,” and “A Day in the Life.” His participation in The Fest goes back to 2014, when he joined Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits on stage for a performance of “Henry VIII.” According to Dolenz, he’s most excited to share the stage with talented musicians like Laurence Juber, and just “being there” to spend time with fans and have a good time. “Its like comic-con,” Dolenz says. “I’m looking forward to going back there and hanging out in New York.”

South Shore Symphony The orchestra continues music director Adam Glaser’s inaugural season, joined by The Zandieh Trio. The young ensemble performs Beethoven’s ‘Concerto for Violin, Cello,’ and ‘Piano in C Major, Op. 56’ — known as the ‘Triple Concerto’ — which showcases the talents of violinist Cameron Zandieh, cellist Charlie Zandieh and pianist Christopher Zandieh. Performing together since 2013, their ensemble is the inevitable collaborative joint force of the three accomplished brothers. All would go on to graduate from the prestigious Juilliard School. The program also includes Dmitri Shostakovich’s compelling ‘Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Op. 54.’ Saturday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m. $30. Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Tickets available at MadisonTheatreNY.org or (516) 323-4444.

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Queen-mania keeps on rockin’ on. Almost Queen visits the Paramount stage, Saturday, Feb. 10, at 8 p.m., with their homage to the beloved band. They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, Almost Queen transports you back in time to experience the magic and essence of Queen themselves. The band — featuring Joseph Russo as Freddie Mercury, Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon, and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor — consistently delivers a dynamic live performance showcasing signature four-part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. The band’s authenticity shines through in their impeccable attention to detail and genuine costumes, while their live energy and precision will leave music fans of all ages with an unforgettable concert experience. Almost Queen’s concerts are a true testament to the band’s love for Queen’s music. The carefully curated setlist featuring Queen’s best-loved songs, like “Somebody to Love,” “Don’t Stop Me Now,” “Fat Bottomed Girls,” and “Radio Ga Ga,” along with lesser known tracks. And of course, no Queen tribute concert would be complete without classics like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You” and “We Are the Champions!” It’s no wonder fans keep coming back for more. $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.

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Join the JULIETS for Mahjongg and card games at Congregation Beth Tikvah, every Thursday, noon-4 p.m. (doors open 11:30 a.m.). Open to women and men. $5 per person. 3710 Woodbine Ave. For more information email mahjonggCBT@yahoo.com or contact Beth Tikvah office at (516) 785-2445.

Art talk Grab your lunch and join Nassau County Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture” at the museum, Thursday, Feb. 15, 1 p.m. She’ll discuss the current exhibition, “Our Gilded Age.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the in-depth program and also participate in a guided exhibition tour following the lecture. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

In concert Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Linda Ipanema and The Dixie Cats, Saturday, March 16, 2 p.m., at Seaford Public Library. Their concert, “It’s a Great Day for the Irish,” features beloved Irish classics. Registration required. 2234 Jackson Ave. Visit SeafordLibrary.org or call (516) 221-1334.

Seaford Community Blood Drive Donate and help save a life, at the community blood drive, Saturday, Feb. 3, , 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Seaford High School. The drive is a cooperative effort involving the Seaford Lions, the Seaford Manor and Harbor schools, and St. William the Abbot School. 1575 Seamans Neck Road,in Seaford. For more information, visit Donate. NYBC.org/donor/schedules/ drive_schedule.

Wantagh Museum Explore Wantagh’s history and see the Jamaica Parlor car and the community’s post office at the Wantagh Museum, 1700 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, open Sundays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. No admission.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Wantagh Chamber of Commerce hosts its 4th annual Wantagh St. Patrick’s Parade, Sunday, March 17. The parade will step off at 2 p.m. from Wantagh High School, 3297 Beltagh Ave. This year’s grand marshal is John Theissen, founder and executive director of the John Theissen Children’s Foundation. For more information, visit WantaghChamber. WildApricot.org.

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Feb. ‘Parallel Perspectives’ View Molloy University Art Gallery’s current exhibition, a duo exhibit displaying artwork of noted Long Island artists Holly Gordon and Ward Hooper. Various complementary paintings and prints are on view. Upon meeting, it became obvious that both Gordon and Hooper were deeply inspired by Long Island’s fascinating environment and natural beauty. Together, they toured the island and captured the same places, each interpreting the scenes in front of them through their distinctive artistic styles. Their creations not only influence one another but also blend unique aesthetics in their collaborative artistic journey. Gordon and Hooper’s partnership yielded numerous accomplishments, one of which was the publication of their book “Parallel Perspectives: The Brush/Lens Collaboration.” Through Feb. 16. Kellenberg Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. Call (516) 323-3196 or email artgallery@molloy.edu for more.

‘Love Letters’ Plaza Theatricals continues its season with “Love Letters,” Sunday, Feb. 11, 2:30 p.m. Starring Kim and Chris Dufrenoy, this and imaginative theatre piece is comprised of letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together, went their separate ways, but continued to share confidences. Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence began with birthday party thankyou notes. Following the performance, the Dufrenoys share some favorite Broadway love songs! See it at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, visit PlazaTheatrical. com or call (516) 599-6870.

Heart Health Screening

Love yourself on Valentine’s Day, with a breast screening at Mercy Hospital, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 1-4 p.m. Self-care is the most important gift you can give yourself on Valentine’s Day. Must be age 40 and over to book an appointment. 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Visit chsli.org/mercy-hospital or call (516) 626-3729 for more information.

Prepare for your healthiest year yet, because every beat matters. Mercy Hospital kicks off Heart Health Month, with screenings courtesy of St. Francis Hospital bus, Thursday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn about cholesterol, HDL, casual glucose, blood pressure and BMI. Also discuss healthy eating and nutrition with a dietician and participating in a food demonstration. Meet with a stroke coordinator and obtain additional available screenings. Registration encouraged. 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Visit chsli.org/mercyhospital or call (516) 626-3729 for more information.

James McNaughton Tribute Support the James McNaughton Foundation at its 19th annual tribute to Staff Sergeant James D. McNaughton, Saturday, Feb. 3 , from 1-7 p.m., at Mulcahy’s in Wantagh. With entertainment including live bands, DJs, raffles and giveaways. Proceeds are donated to multiple charities, such as the Wounded Warriors Project and the Northport P.T.S.D Veterans Association. $20 donation at the door. 3232 Railroad Ave in Wantagh. For more information, contact Vinny at (631) 745-3813.

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AARP Tax Preparation Wantagh Library hosts tax preparations sessions aimed at low to moderate income taxpayers with simple returns. IRS-Certified AARP Tax-Aide Foundation tax preparers will be available most Tuesdays, Feb. 6 through April 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is required. 3285 Park Ave., in Wantagh. For more information, visit wantaghlibrary.org or call (516) 221-1200.

School budget workshops Wantagh School District will be offering four community workshops on the 2024-2025 budget. All residents are invited to attend the forums, which will include budget presentations and opportunities for comments and questions. Three evening workshops are offered, Monday, March 11; Monday, March 18; and Tuesday, April 2, all starting at 7 p.m. in the Wantagh High School cafeteria. A daytime workshop will take place on Wednesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. at Wantagh Public Library. 3297 Beltagh Ave.

Bingo at Temple B’Nai Torah Temple B’nai Torah hosts a fun-filled session of bingo, every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., and every Thursday, 7:15-10 p.m. Prizes, progressive games and refreshments will be available. Temple B’Nai Torah is located at 2900 Jerusalem Ave in Wantagh. For more information, call (516) 221-2370.

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Crime watCh auto LarCeny Items were stolen from a car parked at Marshalls on Front Street in East Meadow on Jan. 8. A catalytic converter was stolen from a car parked on Oltmann Road in East Meadow on Jan. 11.

Petit LarCeny Four pairs of sneakers were stolen from Famous Footwear on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown on Jan. 11. A male suspect stole $10 from a Laundromat on Gardiners Avenue in Levittown on Jan. 22.

arrests Evangelina Jaramillo, 43, of Levittown was arrested for shoplifting at Target on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown on Jan. 4. Enjoli Best, 68, of Bellmore, was arrested for shoplifting at Wal-Mart on Old Country Road in Westbury on Jan. 8. Stephanie Cosentino, 39, of Bellmore was arrested for shoplifting at Stop and Shop on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow on Jan. 14.

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Pavlo Vynnyk, 33, of East Meadow, was arrested for shoplifting at Macys on Old Country Road in East Garden City on Jan. 14. Christopher Hambrite, 34, of Roosevelt, was arrested for shoplifting at Wal-Mart on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow on Jan 14. Christopher Griffith, 42, of Levittown, was arrested for shoplifting at Dicks Sporting Goods on Sunrise Mall in Massapequa on Jan. 17. Gaspare Lobaido, 61, of Astoria, was arrested for shoplifting at Home Depot on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown on Jan. 18. Darshane Totaram, 36, and Runica Ramessar, 28, of Wantagh, were both arrested for shoplifting at JC Penney on Old Country Road in East Garden City on Jan. 19.

CriminaL misChief The front grill of a car was damaged while parked on Toller Lane in Levittown on Jan. 15. Graffiti was written on the walls and doors of Shy Lounge on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown on Jan. 16.

Three males wanted for car break-ins Police are investigating a series of car break-ins that occurred in Seaford on Jan. 25. At around 1:30 a.m., police responded to a residence on Park Avenue and New York Avenue where three male suspects entered unlocked cars in the driveway of these homes. According to police, the three males as described as being in their mid-twenties. The first male is described as wearing a camouflage ski hat, orange jacket,

light gray sweatpants and white sneakers. The second male was described as wearing a dark grey jacket, while the third male was dressed in all dark clothing. Anyone with information regarding the incidents should contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. Callers will remain anonymous. –Charles Shaw

Fatal accident near Wantagh train station A fatal car accident occurred near the Wantagh train station, police said. On Jan. 25, police said a 23-year-old male was driving in the train station parking lot near the intersection of Railroad Avenue and Beech Street at around 4:00 a.m. when he struck a pillar. The victim suffered serious injuries and

was transported by a Nassau police ambulance to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead by a hospital physician shortly after arriving. Police say the investigation is still ongoing. –Charles Shaw

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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that commencing on February 20th, 2024, will sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on certain real estate, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party in interest in such real estate shall have paid to the County Treasurer by February 15th, 2024 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 percent per six-month period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in Section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code.

Effective with the February 2019 lien sale Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased. Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucount y n y. g o v / 5 2 6 / C o u n t y Treasurer Should the Treasurer determine that an inperson auction shall be held, same will commence on the 20th day of February 2024 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer. A list of all real estate in Nassau County on which tax liens are to be sold is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucount yny.gov/527/Annual-TaxLien-Sale A list of local properties upon which tax liens are to be sold will be advertised in this publication on or before February 07th, 2024. Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office. Upon request, information can be made available in Braille, large print, audiotape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516) 571-2090 ext. 1-3715. Dated: January 24, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, NewYork ___________________ TERMS OF SALE Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts. However, such tax liens shall have priority over

the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased. The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a tax lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) and the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act(FIRREA),12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et.seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation(FDIC) receivership. The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed. The Nassau County Treasurer reserves the right to intervene in any bankruptcy case/litigation where the property affected by the tax liens sold by the Treasurer is part of the bankruptcy estate. However, it is the sole responsibility of all tax lien purchasers to protect their legal interests in any bankruptcy case affecting their purchased tax lien, including but not limited to the filing of a proof of claim on their behalf, covering their investment in said tax lien. The Nassau County Treasurer and Nassau County and its agencies, assumes no responsibility for any legal representation of any tax lien purchaser in any legal proceeding including but not limited to a bankruptcy case where the purchased tax lien is at risk. The rate of interest and penalty at which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount for which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he

has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all amounts deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase shall be of no further effect. Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of the sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale. Furthermore, as to the bidding, 1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates. 2. The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates. 3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid. 4. If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any

deposits made in connection with said bid shall be forfeited. Dated: January 24, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, New York 144440 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE J.P. MORGAN ALTERNATIVE TRUST 2007-A2 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, Plaintiff, Against RICOPIAN GARCIA, ZAIDA GARCIA, IRWIN GARCIA, ET AL, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 04/20/2018, 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 on 2/29/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3985 Berrywood Dr., Seaford, New York 11783, And Described As Follows: 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 480 Lot 21 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $858,538.00 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 14-011613 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 12/19/2023 File Number: 120-2352 CA 144459 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, vs. DAVID W KEEFER, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale After Inquest and Appointment of Referee duly entered on July 30, 2015, 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 February 27, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 3621 Regent Lane, Wantagh, NY 11793. 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 51, Block 500 and Lot 2. Approximate amount of judgment is $481,785.44 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 004494-2014. 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 Madalena, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff 144447 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 2-2024 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 January 9th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 2-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 2-2024, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations. Dated: January 9, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 144596 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 3-2024 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 January 9th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 3-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 3-2024, amending Section 197-5 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include “ARTERIAL STOPS” at various locations. Dated: January 9, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 144597 Place a notice by phone at 516-569-4000 x232 or email: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 2/7/2024 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: --------------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 67/24. 69/24. WANTAGH - Hassett Lincoln Mercury Sales, Inc., Renewal of grants: maintain double-faced, detached, illuminated ground sign, 164 sq. ft. per face & overall size 328 sq. ft.; overall height 36’8”; setback 10’ from front property line on Sunrise Hwy.; Maintain double-faced, detached, illuminated ground sign, setback 10’ from front property line on Sunrise Hwy.; Maintain doublefaced, detached, illuminated ground sign, 88.5 sq. ft. per face & overall size 177 sq. ft.; overall height 23’6”; setback 10’ from front property line on Sunrise Hwy., S/E cor. Sunrise Hwy. & Oakland Ave., a/k/a 3530 Sunrise Hwy. N.C.P.C. Local determination. 80/24. LEVITTOWN Thomas & Shannon Piccione, Variance, side yards aggregate, construct 2nd story addition, 2-story addition & attached garage to dwelling (Rehearing of case # 369/21)., S/s Sprucewood Dr., 576.08’ W/o Spiral La., a/k/a 119 Sprucewood Dr. N.C.P.C. Local determination.

ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in Wantagh & Levittown within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 144611 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 13th day of February, 2024, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 197-5 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “ARTERIAL STOPS” at the following locations: BELLMORE SHORE ROAD (TH593/23) - STOP All traffic traveling west bound on Harbor Lane shall come to a full stop. NEWBRIDGE ROAD (TH 594/23) - STOP All traffic traveling east bound on Bennett Avenue shall come to a full stop. FRANKLIN SQUARE CENTER DRIVE (TH 576/23) - STOP All traffic traveling east bound on Glen Drive shall come to a full stop. LEVITTOWN PARKER AVENUE (TH 591/23) - STOP All traffic traveling north bound of Rib Lane shall come to a full stop. ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: January 23, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 144592

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wells Fargo Bank, NA., Plaintiff AGAINST Guy Peden; Teresa Peden, and Millie Peden, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 4, 2018 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 20, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 1554 Holiday Park Drive, Wantagh, NY 11793. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wantagh, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 56. Block H04 Lot 105. Approximate amount of judgment $404,308.08 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 010068/2014. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Harold F. Damm, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: January 4, 2024 144324

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State Sen. Steve Rhoads, left, with Seaford veteran Stephen Biscotti. Rhoads inducted Biscotti into the New York State Veterans Hall of Fame in November.

Courtesy office of State Sen. Steve Rhoads

Veteran inducted to state Hall of Fame

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General Douglas MacArthur High School students Meaghan Campbell and Meghan Gorey will attend the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Summit in June 2024.

In November, Senator Rhoads joined Mount Sinai South Nassau for their Salute to Veterans Celebration and had the honor of inducting Seaford veteran, Stephen C. Biscotti, into the New York State Veterans Hall of Fame. Biscotti served in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman from 1979-1983, followed by active reserve duty from 19831985. He then served for 21 years in the NYPD, retiring as a detective from the Counter-Terrorism Division.

Biscotti has been active in healthcare since 2006 and was appointed Director of Security at Mount Sinai South Nassau in Nov. 2016. He was instrumental in starting the Mount Sinai South Nassau Veterans Committee in 2019 and coordinates countless support programs for veterans. Rhoads says his commitment to protecting our nation, bravery, and selflessness are an inspiration to us all and congratulates Stephen Biscotti on his induction.

Selected to be Leadership ambassadors Two students at General Douglas MacArthur High School in the Levittown School District have been selected at Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership ambassadors for the 2023-24 school year for their volunteer work. Meaghan Campbell and Meghan Gorey, who are active members in their community, will attend the HOBY Leadership Summit in June 2024 alongside other student leaders from across the country. Campbell is a member of the Levittown Youth Coalition and helps with their anti-substance abuse program to make her community a safer place. She also volunteers with the St. Bernard’s basketball program to set up

events and assist in running the basketball clinic. During the summer, Gorey volunteers at Camp Anchor, which serves children with special needs. The kind and heartwarming campers create a warm atmosphere that bring her great joy, she explained. “I’m just excited to be around other people my own age who appreciate volunteering as much as we do,” Campbell said. “Thank you to our family and friends for always helping us,” Gorey added. “They instill in us the values we try to follow.”

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST GINA CIPOLLA, ROBERT CIPOLLA, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 2, 2023, 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 March 1, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 19 WHISPER LANE, WANTAGH, NY 11793. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wantagh, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New

York, Section 51, Block 359, Lot 14. Approximate amount of judgment $350,842.70 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #613262/2019. 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”. Oscar A. Prieto, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 19-003740 79064 144561

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Courtesy Seaford School District

Students were excited to meet Islanders mascot Sparky the Dragon while learning about begin a good teammate.

Islanders talk teamwork at Harbor school Sparky the Dragon may have been the attraction, but the message about teamwork was the greatest takeaway for Seaford Harbor Elementary School students during a program hosted by the New York Islanders on Jan. 18. The Islanders School Assembly featured sessions for students in grades K-2 and 3-5. Members of the Community Relations team fired up the students, many clad in Islanders gear or blue and orange attire. For a teamwork demonstration, one student and one teacher were invited to the front for a race to put on goalie

equipment. The student had help, while the teacher did not, and it was not a surprise when the student was the winner during both sessions. The youngsters were reminded that school is a team, and they are supported by their principal, teachers and nurse, just like the Islanders have a general manager, coaches and trainers. Another key message was the importance of living a healthy life through a proper diet and exercise. Students explored healthy eating habits and ways to stay active such as playing team sports or going for a walk.

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wo are still standing. The number of Republican presidential candidates has been narrowed down from 15 or so to just two, Donald Trump and Nikki Haley. It’s a reality of current political life that in a nation of 50 states and more than 300 million people, two small states like Iowa and New Hampshire can play such a commanding role in determining the nominee of a major political party. Not only do they have small populations, but their pETER demographics are atypical of so KinG much of the rest of the country. They have no large cities, very few minorities and minimal union membership. As for the Democrats, President Biden was and is their only candidate, guaranteeing his renomination and creating the probability of another general election campaign between two

candidates, Biden and Trump, who are viewed unfavorably by a significant majority of the American people. The remaining question is whether Haley has any viable path to victory and, if not, how long she will remain in the race. Supporters of Trump, of course, are calling for Haley to end her candidacy so that all energy and funding can be directed toward the general election against Biden. Let me acknowledge up front that I am biased toward Haley. During her time as ambassador to the United Nations, I had the chance to meet with her and to observe the outstanding job she did fighting for and defending America’s interests from attacks in that dysfunctional, antiAmerican international body. Her forceful, articulate encounters with ambassadors from Russia and anti-Israel, third-world dictatorships rank alongside those of Ambassador Jeanne Kirkpatrick during the Reagan years. I always found Haley to be cordial

and agreeable as well as knowledgeable and dedicated. Members of her security detail would tell me how thoughtful she was, with no arrogance or condescension. And as a practicing politician for many years, I truly admire how she has bested all the other Trump challengers in what is such a grueling marathon. Running for Congress in a single district for a few months is exhausting enough. Doing that nationwide for more than a year as a decided underdog, defying the odds while fighting off slings and arrows from Trump, is in another league altogether. Having said all that, I don’t think Haley has a real chance of beating Trump to the nomination. The next major contest will be the South Carolina primary on Feb. 24. Though she was a successful governor of that state, polling shows her trailing Trump by as much as 30 points. After that, her only even remote hope would be the multiple state primaries on Super Tuesday, March 5. Adding to her woes

he former ambassador shouldn’t surrender to Trump’s heavyhanded tactics.

is the reality that the more it appears Trump will be the certain nominee, the more her funding will dry up. Still, I think Haley has the right to stay in at least for a while longer. Not only is it difficult for a candidate who has made it this far to give up her dream overnight, but Trump’s barrage of petty attacks on her in his speech after the New Hampshire primary would make her withdrawal from the race appear to be a surrender to his heavy-handed tactics. As for the Trump camp’s appeal for party unity and a concerted effort against Biden, Trump squandered that opportunity not just by attacking Haley, whose support he will need in November. He also missed his chance to lay out his case against Biden before a national audience. My guess is that, sooner rather than later, Haley will realize that she has taken her campaign as far as it can go, and will withdraw. But she will do that at a time and in a manner of her choosing. And she will do it with class. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

We must stand up to bullying

ullying is real and pervasive in society today, often driven by the divisive nature of our current political paradigm. Authentic claims of bullying must not be de-legitimized. Step forward unapologetically to oppose inequities in our communities and stakeholders who harbor bias. Leaders seeking to dismantle current systems of inequity frequently become targets of bullying. Advocacy, and the building of a viable movement to reach your goals, is a worthy endeavor for change agents to combat inequipATRiCK ties. Demonizing your presumed piZZo foes is not. There are practical alternatives to find justice and advocate for policy changes — traditional avenues to influence power are the correct routes. Voting, and supporting others who share your views, are the first steps to lasting change. Engaging in a debate over facts isn’t bullying, for those on either side. Accusing someone of bullying you to end the discussion is an admission that your own argument is weak. Name-call-

ing diminishes the veracity of any term correctly applied. Bullying is the unfair and unreasonable application of power to the detriment of the marginalized — the group without power — but that’s a shifting and subjective standard. Bullying accusations, in practice, can be used as a tool of the privileged unethical to obtain an advantage. The misapplication of the term bullying has reached epidemic proportions in our society. This has stifled public debate, to the detriment of our First Amendment right to freedom of speech. Failure to cite facts diverts from an authentic debate. Tactically misleading accusations of bullying from the privileged, who did not help the marginalized for decades, hurt all who have been truly adversely affected. Having objective standards, equally applied, is not bullying; objective standards are a component of equity. Failing to meet the clearly defined standards, and then blaming people working within the system of bullying you, is in fact slander. When false accusations are misapplied, that constitutes bullying of the manager or supervising public servant. Legitimate claims within organizations should be filed by

those aggrieved and fully supported by senior management, but false claims hurt us all. When a rule is legally enacted by a governmental entity, you have not been bullied; you are in fact a member of a functioning democracy. When correctly applied practices are ignored for the benefit of one person or organization, that is improper, and a form of bullying against those not so empowered. Therefore, if you, and those who agree with your position, had the unobstructed right to participate in the process, you were not bullied. You can only legitimately claim that an injustice was done if your ability to vote, or to take part in the process, was obstructed in some way by competing interests. Citizens have the right to be heard and respected. We cannot, and should not, take away anyone’s right to speak. That can sometimes be painful, but that is the price of a free society. What we can, and should, do is not empower those who use their speech and political might to adversely impact ethical citizens. While we have no right to stop their speech, we do have the choice of not tacitly supporting their malice through our silence.

he misuse of the term has reached epidemic proportions in our society.

Recalcitrant people do not need to remain our friends or have unfiltered access to our personal space. Quietly accepting the unacceptable creates the perception that you are sympatico with their beliefs. They have a right to speak, but we all have the responsibility to stand for equity. Leaders who accept malice against the ethical for political expediency may forfeit their moral authority. The remedy for not prevailing in an argument, for initially not succeeding in an endeavor or for losing an election, is not to rail against anyone who does not agree with you. Present a better argument based on facts, focus on improving based on the objective criteria, and vote after objectively reviewing the positions presented. People on the opposite side of these actions need to focus on the humanity behind these situations and do better as well. Respect free speech, including speech with which you disagree. Debate with facts, but do not attack the right of others to hold their opinions. Attacking free speech is the most prevalent form of intimidation that exists today — and yes, that is bullying. Dr. Patrick Pizzo is the assistant superintendent for business and finance in the East Meadow school district, the president of Equity 4 LI Youth and the Education Committee chair for the Hempstead branch of the NAACP.

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Floods are coming, and we must stay safe

t was just one storm — but it was a nasty one. Rain and wind pounded the South Shore well into the evening on Jan. 9. And when the high tide rolled in early the next morning, all bets were off for communities like Freeport, Baldwin Harbor and the Five Towns, among others. Streets, yards and even highways flooded. Stalled cars were found in many of these temporary ponds, almost like boats floating on the water. Yet this was nothing new to so many who call these communities home. And it’s likely to only get worse as time goes by. The seawater surrounding Long Island has been rising more than an inch every decade. By the time our children and grandchildren welcome a new century in 2100, key parts of the South Shore will be underwater. That’s a couple of lifetimes away, but we’re feeling the effects now, when even something as simple as a swelling high tide can wreak havoc on our streets and our properties. Our elected leaders have their work cut out for them as they try to figure out how to curb this rise in the coming years and decades. In the meantime, the rest of us need to make sure we stay safe and keep our families protected.

But what can we do? One, make sure you have flood insurance — and be careful, it’s typically a separate policy from what you might have on your home. But even more important: Heed the warnings of emergency officials when storms or flooding hit an area. If you’re told to evacuate, for example, don’t waste time, and do it. The fears of leaving your home behind, of course, are quite real. What happens if looters get there before you come back? And do you really have to leave? Aren’t emergency officials’ pronouncements more often than not an overreaction? When it comes to natural disasters, it’s all about being safe. The alternative, staying at home, not only threatens your safety — and maybe even your life — but rescuing you later could tie up essential resources that may be needed elsewhere. It’s better to go, and then come back later when you get the all-clear. Whether it’s before, during or after a flood, the National Weather Service says that the most important thing you can do is stay informed. Turn on your local news. Visit your local newspaper’s website. Hop onto social media. Learn about evacuation orders, flooded roads, and anything else that could potentially mean the difference between life and death.

If you’re in an area you think could be subject to flooding, get to higher ground. Secure your home and go. If you have time, unplug appliances, and even disconnect utilities. And on top of everything else, avoid floodwaters. Don’t drive through them. Don’t walk through them. Just stay away. You might think you know where the bottom is — and the water may seem almost serene — but you have no idea what’s below the surface. The ground could have been washed away, and there’s a chance a current is flowing just below where you can see — enough to pull you away, or even under. And if that’s not enough, driving through saltwater will ruin your car. While Nassau County has avoided flood-related deaths for the most part in recent years, that doesn’t mean it can’t happen. More than half of those lives lost occur when people drive or walk into floodwaters, according to the weather service. Even a half-foot of fast-moving water is enough to knock a grown adult off their feet and carry them away. Double that, and ponding water can move a small car. Long Island is our home. It’s where we work, or go to school. We want to continue living here a long time — and we start by staying safe.

Letters A call for accountability: Nassau County residents deserve better To the Editor: Nassau County residents, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the allocation of our federal pandemic aid. The recent decision by Republican-led Nassau County lawmakers to redirect most of the $262 million to the general fund rather than the originally allocated essential community projects is not only disheartening, but irresponsible. This substantial funding, which already had bipartisan resolutions in the Legislature, was intended to directly impact our community by assisting with funding mental health programs, addressing food insecurity, enhancing public safety, supporting public-works projects, and aiding small businesses. Instead, the diversion of this money to the general fund raises concerns about neglecting urgent needs for the sake of political interests. Particularly distressing is the allocation of $10 million for a marketing and tourism budget celebrating the county’s 125th anniversary. This move suggests a focus on political patronage rather than addressing the pressing needs of Nassau County residents. Equally troubling are the actions of Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, a key figure in this decision and

the Republican candidate in the Feb. 13 special congressional election. Leaving the meeting before the vote demonstrates a neglect of legislative responsibilities. Is this the representation the 3rd Congressional District deserves? Residents of the district, remember that actions speak louder than words! It’s

crucial to observe and question the decisions of our representatives, especially Pilip’s choice to walk out on responsibilities and abstain from voting. Now, more than ever, we must hold our elected leaders accountable. We demand transparency and the effective use of funds for the betterment of all of Nassau

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atching the war between Israel and Hamas continue, I am heartbroken. Like any person of goodwill, I am pained by the babies, young people, women, elderly and all people taken hostage by Hamas, including my neighbor Omer Neutra. I am angry that some 1,200 Israeli civilians were murdered in ways that the most twisted minds couldn’t imagine. However, I am also grieving for Palestinians held eriC hostage by post Hamas. Women, children and others who didn’t ask to be part of this conflict. People whose homes, schools, hospitals and even

mosques have been turned into weapons-storage facilities and bases to fight Israeli soldiers. It is particularly important, when speaking about the conflict, for both supporters and detractors of Israel to uncouple Hamas from innocent Palestinians in Gaza. Yes, there are child soldiers, and many children are inculcated to hate from a young age, but they, too, are victims. Victims of a terrorist group that puts a higher priority on the death of Israel than the lives of its own civilians. There is another reason to distinguish between Hamas and innocent Palestinians. On Oct. 7, while homes in southern Israel were still burning and

Hamas terrorists were still inside Israel, many anti-Israel protesters didn’t make the distinction between Hamas and innocent Palestinians. We rarely heard condemnation of the Hamas attack. When calling for a better life for the Palestinians in Gaza, or a ceasefire, there was no mention of Israeli hostages or murdered civilians. We’ve seen similar language on college campuses nationwide and in rallies in New York City. We have seen posters of hostages torn down, we have seen anti-Zionist phrases like “From the river to the sea” uttered, and violent mobs that look nothing like the peace vigils of those who support Israel. This in itself is a microcosm of the HamasIsrael conflict. I am led to believe that

e must recognize the difference between Gaza’s terrorists and its victims.

without caveats, without clarifying statements, many of Israel’s detractors do not support a Jewish state, and may even support the murder of innocent Israelis. I hope I’m wrong. If we can’t agree to disagree here, how can we ever imagine a negotiated solution to the conflict in the Middle East? So my request to Israel’s supporters and detractors is this: If you support a long-term solution to this conflict that allows Israelis and Palestinians alike to thrive, distinguish between those in Gaza who are terrorists and those who are victims of Hamas. As Israel seeks to destroy Hamas, a goal it will achieve, it is incumbent on all of us to separate those who will be defeated with Hamas, and those who deserve a better way of life moving forward. Eric Post is the Long Island regional director of the American Jewish Committee.

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Letters County. It’s time to prioritize our well-being over political interests and ensure that our elected officials truly represent the needs and concerns of our community. ALExIS PACE Long Beach

Is Lancman aware of Pilip’s IDF experience? To the Editor: In his letter in the Jan. 18-24 issue, “Tom Suozzi, American Jewry and Israel — the right man at the right time,” Rory Lancman used 500 words to posit the absurd idea that Tom Suozzi will be a better supporter of Israel than Mazi Pilip, who was a paratrooper in the Israel Defense Forces. Sorry, even 5,000 words wouldn’t convince anyone. DENNIS DuFFY Lynbrook

Suozzi is a champion in ‘tikkun olam,’ repairing the world To the Editor: If Democratic, Republican and independent voters in the Third Congressional District might agree on anything, it’s that our politics and world seem broken. As a proud Jewish-American, I strongly support Tom Suozzi for Congress. He embodies the principles of “tikkun olam,” the Jewish concept of “repairing the world.” Having Suozzi in Congress to fight for Israel and promote a secure and lasting peace in the Middle East could not be more urgent. As a strong non-Jewish ally, he is

uniquely qualified to fight within his party, and work across the aisle, to maintain the bipartisan support that is so critical for Israel. Tom will work tirelessly to combat antisemitism and all other forms of hate, ensuring that Jews and other religious minorities can live safely in the u.S. His commitment to many Jewish institutions in our community, including Jewish schools, community centers, and the Holocaust Center in Glen Cove, spans over three decades. Suozzi’s impact on education, health care, the environment, reducing gun violence, and preserving a woman’s right to choose resonates strongly with Jewish values. He has received the Gun Sense Candidate distinction from Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, and has been endorsed by the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the New York State Nurses Association, NYSuT, the League of Conservation Voters Action Fund and the Sierra Club, among others. Despite the desperate disinformation spread by his opponents, Suozzi has a realistic and nuanced approach to immigration, keeping with the Jewish value of “Welcome the stranger.” That’s why he worked with Republicans to develop a plan to pay for a secure border, and pathways for immigrants seeking a better life to remain legally and pay taxes in the u.S. His bipartisan approach and collaborative spirit make him a leader who can bridge divides, cultivate unity, and champion the values we hold dear. His experience and proven ability to work across party lines demonstrate his effectiveness in getting things done for all of his constituents. Tom’s dedication to public service, proven track record and commitment to transparency starkly contrast with his opponent. The voters of this district need and deserve someone who will hit the ground

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running, not someone requiring onthe-job training. unfortunately, Suozzi’s opponent has refused to debate. Like her friend George Santos, she has scant relevant experience. She won’t answer questions or state her positions, even when civic groups and the media have repeatedly asked for them. She also

has questionable financials and resists transparency. Please join me in voting for Tom Suozzi in the Feb. 13 special election. I look forward to seeing him contribute to improving our district and our country. ALLISON WHITE Port Washington

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