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A noisy parade of support for the president By TIMOTHY DENTON tdenton@liherald.com

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DONNA D. OF Merrick — “Everyone calls me that” — with her banner of support for the president.

A c rowd e s t i m at e d at between 300 and 500 gathered in Seaford and drove to Bellmore on the afternoon of Oct. 8 to demonstrate their support for President Trump, whose hospitalization for Covid-19 had ended three days earlier. The event was a raucous one, as supporters whooped, hollered and blew air horns while circulating among bannerbedecked vehicles in the afternoon sun. The mostly maskless mass of Trump fans was organized

by two supporters of the president from Suffolk County — Shawn Farash, of West Babylon, and Kevin Smith, of Lindenhurst. “It came together in about two days,” Smith said of the rally, which drew supporters from across Nassau and Suffolk countries. “We heard from our friends in Nassau that they needed some help, so we put the word out” via social media, text and phone. The pair have been organizing caravans for nearly a month. “We have things planned for every day this CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

Memorial park gives comfort in loss to pet owners By TIMOTHY DENTON tdenton@liherald.com

Just as in the lives of human loved ones, the time inevitably comes in relationships with animal companions when decisions must be made about their final arrangements. A few are so unsentimental that they simply put their pets out with the trash. Calling the local animal control is another efficient option. Those who recoil at the thought of treating their pets like food that has passed its sellby date may see burial in the backyard as the most practical choice, keeping pets close. And

when animals need the assistance of a veterinarian, the vet may sometimes make those final arrangements. For those who wish to memorialize their animal companions in a more formal way, though, it is hard to imagine a better option than Bideawee Memorial Park, on Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. The surprisingly spacious park serves all the surrounding communities, including Seaford and Wantagh, and offers a range of services, from interments to cremations, as well as both annual and perpetual maintenance plans, according to memorial coordinator Helene Flor.

Just as humans are now living longer, so, too, are pets. The average life expectancy of house cats in the U.S. is about 15 years, according to the Spruce, a website dedicated to information about pets. “People who aren’t pet owners may smile at us,” the Rev. John Derasmo, pastor of Seaford’s St. James Catholic Church, said at the parish’s annual blessing of the animals on Oct. 4. “But for those of us who are ‘pet people,’ they are such a big part of our lives.” In addition to the Wantagh park, Bideawee also operates a memorial park in West Hampton, where the organization’s

crematorium is located. T he Wanta gh park was opened in 1916, and now has more than 65,000 pets resting peacefully in its shaded fields. Its most well known resident is Checkers, then Vice-President Richard Nixon’s beloved black and white cocker spaniel, which featured prominently in a famous 1952 speech widely cred-

ited with saving Nixon’s political career. Checkers died in 1964, and is interred in Section 1. While cats and dogs make up the vast majority of the park’s denizens, it also has a number of avian memorials — mainly parrots. A horse is buried in Section 4, and one family chose to memoCONTINUED ON PAGE 9

Gordon raises $1.79 million in third quarter By J.D. FREDA jfreda@liherald.com

In the second quarter of the year, Jackie Gordon boasted a substantial fundraising advantage over her opponent, Assemblyman Andrew Garbarino, in the race for Rep. Peter King’s Second Congressional District seat. Fresh off of her June primary win, she then raised an additional $1.6 million with $1.1 cashon-hand. Now, as the November general election nears and the third quarter of this year has come to an end, Gordon sits atop a campaign chest with more than $3.4 million, including the $1.79 million raised from July to the end of September. “I am proud to have the support of so many Long Islanders who are stepping up to contribute their time and hardearned dollars to support our campaign,” Gordon said in a press release acknowledging her accomplishment. “Together, we are building a grassroots, people-powered campaign that is focused on the issues that matter to Long Island families: expanding access to health care; lowering the cost of prescription drugs; and providing tax relief to families and small businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic.” Gordon’s third quarter fundraising has more than doubled her total fundraising efforts. During the three-month period, Gor-

don received contributions from more than 14,800 unique donors. Of those donors, 92 percent of the contributions she received were for less than $200. The Gordon campaign said that this “demonstrates the grassroots support” behind her campaign. “These fundraising numbers are a reflection of the tremendous support behind Jackie’s candidacy. Long Islanders want a representative who will rise

above divisive partisan politics to put working families first, which is exactly what Jackie will do in Congress. Unlike our opponent, Jackie isn’t taking a dime from corporate PACs, because she’s running to represent Long Islanders, not corporate special interests,” said Meg Scribner, Gordon’s campaign manager. Gordon has used a portion of these contributions to launch two television ads.

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OUTTAKE FROM ONE of Gordon’s television spots. GORDON IN GERMANY at the beginning of her 27-year career as a military police officer.

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Hunger walk maintains past years’ spirit

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By TIMOTHY DENTON tdenton@liherald.com

The corps that gathered at Eisenhower Park last Saturday for the 11th annual CROP Hunger Walk was smaller than in years past, but no less committed to raising funds for the local and international relief efforts that are its hallmark. Sponsored by Church World Service (CWS), an international interfaith aid organization whose mission is coordinated locally through Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in East Meadow, the limits resulting from the Covid virus meant much of t h e p r e - e ve n t fundraising was done virtually; but a band of several dozen met to walk the milelong route. The walk was capped, as in years past, V. REV. with music and MARTIN KRAUS pastries. Holy Trinity Pastor, serves parishioHoly Trinity ners throughout southeastern NasOrthodox Church, s a u C o u n t y, East Meadow including Seaford a n d Wa n t a g h , with members from as far away as Queens and Suffolk counties. Church World Service is a cooperative ministry of 37 denominations founded in 1946, in the wake of World War II, to support a wide variety of needs, including victims of war, natural disasters, hunger, homelessness and poverty. The first walk was held in 1969. Twenty-five percent of the funds raised go to a charity the local sponsor selects — in this case, the Long Island Council of Church’s Freeport Food Pantry, according to Holy Trinity Parish President Loraine Babaian. The remaining 75 percent of donations go to CWS to support aid programs on every continent “We didn’t announce [the event] as widely as in previous years, because of the virus,” Babaian said. Even then, participants had to sign waivers before walking. Last year’s event was attended by more than 100 from seven local faith communities. But even with this year’s reduced turnout, “so far, we’ve raised more than $4,000 online,” Babaian said. Donations from the walk itself had not been tallied by Sunday morning. Even as recently as a month ago, the event was still up in the air, pending county and church approval, Babaian said, and the church’s parish council debated safety concerns for many months. But with the county’s OK, Holy Trinity’s pastor, V. Rev. Martin Kraus, decided to move the fundraiser forward. Kraus felt both the timing of the event and its mission were especially timely.

he best remedy for a hurting heart is to cheerfully give to others. Even the smallest gifts given to a stranger yield a full harvest in our own lives.

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LEADERS OF THE pack: Members of Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in East Meadow in Eisenhower Park last Saturday to raise money for hunger issues at home and overseas.

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LUKE KRAUS, SON of V. Rev. Martin Kraus. “Sometimes, we get too focused on our own problems and forget the needs of others,” he said. “Now, we’re being called on to help those who are hungry, both locally and overseas — especially during the pandemic.” Besides Holy Trinity, the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul, in Hempstead, and Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, in Hicksville, were represented. Tom Chupka provided the pre- and post-walk music, as in years past, and many stayed to sing and dance in a rare outpouring of joy in what has otherwise been a bleak year for many. “The best remedy for a hurting heart is to cheerfully give to others,” Kraus said. “Even the smallest gifts given to a stranger yield a full harvest in our own lives.” To make a pledge by phone, call 1 (800) 297-1516. Checks may also be mailed to Church World Service, at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Greene Ave., East Meadow 11554; or to P.O. Box 968, Elkhart, Ind. 46515. Donations may also be made online at www.crophungerwalk.org.

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PARISH TRUSTEE VALERIE Eagen and Matushka Dennise Kraus confer before the walk. THE GROUP HAS raised more than $4,000 so far, and will continue fundraising until the end of the year. Courtesy Nancy Vassilakis

Seaford-Bellmore caravan draws hundreds CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE week,” Farash announced from the bed of a pickup truck before the caravan set off from the Seaford Long Island Rail Road station at a few minutes past 4:30. “And we’re driving all the way across the Island, from Valley Stream to Montauk, on Oct. 18,” he added. Wearing a tricorn hat emblematic of the country’s 18th-century founders, Farash proclaimed that “The silent majority is silent no longer. We are the Loud Majority” — the name of the Facebook community he and Smith founded. The crowd offered ample proof of the first half of the moniker, although it remains to be seen whether they do, in fact, represent a majority. In 2016, Trump’s opponent, Hillary Clinton, carried Nassau County by a margin of nearly 6 percentage points. “We only have to close the gap by a few points,” Farash conceded, but said it was within the president’s grasp. Safety protocols were nowhere in evidence during the event. Even the table selling MAGA masks was manned by maskless workers. Asked about the lack of precautions, one Hicksville resident, who declined to give his name, said simply, “I’m OK with it.” As to whether masks provide protection against a potentially lethal virus, he opined, “That’s the great thing about America: Everyone’s free to make up their own mind.” Asked which Trump policies in particular he most agreed

with, he said, “Everything!” “It’s for every American to make up their own mind,” Donna D., of Merrick, said of mask-wearing as she stood in front of a banner emblazoned with the words “Pro-Life, Pro-Gun, Pro-God, ProTrump.” The president, she explained, is “somebody you feel comfortable with. He’s loud, but we always knew that. He’s honorable, and he really loves America.”

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THE CROWD PREPARED to set out from the Seaford LIRR station down Sunrise Highway, on its way to the Bellmore train station.

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TRUMP AS SANTA Claus. TRUMP SUPPORTERS WAVED at passers-by on Sunrise Highway in Bellmore.

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Highest beam installed at UBS Arena

Covid-19 protocols to be implemented at new venue when it opens to the public season, and will house a 17,000-seat arena for the Islanders hockey team, as well as 20,000 seats for concerts. There will also be New York Islanders and state officials 56 suites, private clubs and 2,000 premium gathered at the future home of the UBS seats. Arena last Friday morning to watch as Musical artists, many of whom postconstruction crews placed the highest poned their 2020 tours, will also benefit beam atop the 885-square-foot facility. from a two-way ramp that will accommo“Today is a very, very special day,” date eight trucks, one of which will be able Northwell Health CEO Michael Dowling to drive right onto the arena floor, for artsaid at the topping-off ceremony. The ists to easily unload their equipment. They health system — the largest in New York will also be able to stay in a four-season State — has partnered with the Islanders presidential suite, complete with their own and lead developer Oak View greenrooms and offices that Group to provide more comwill be only 15 steps from the munity-based wellness prostadium. grams and ensure people’s “They went out of their safety and well-being while way to make sure we didn’t inside the future live entercut any corners,” Leiweke tainment and sports venue. said of designer Populous at a “This is about hope,” he webinar about the future of said. “This is about the live sports and entertainment future.” on Oct. 8, adding that UBS’ Construction on the nearly bathrooms “are nicer than $2 billion project was delayed most arenas.” Tim leiweke by two months when Gov. Oak View Group officials Andrew Cuomo announced have also spent months lookhis “New York on Pause” order in March, ing into different sanitation technologies but now, Oak View Group CEO Tim Lei- to implement at the new UBS Arena, and weke said, the project is back on track to assembled a task force to discuss health open next fall. He and Islanders co-owner and safety. They will also create new stanJon Ledecky attributed that success to the dards for health and safety at arenas that hard work of the project’s 10,000 union an independent agency would rate them workers. on. “It’s because of each of you that we are “Our job is to ultimately deal with the able to reach this important milestone,” virus,” Leiweke said, noting that he had Ledecky told the workers on-site at the cer- met with Dowling early on in the planning emony, with Leiweke adding that he “can- stage to discuss how they could safely open not believe what a phenomenal job you’ve an arena during a pandemic, and Dowling done.” informed him about the need for air-filtraOfficials broke ground on the site last tion systems. September, and they expect the roof to be The arena will now feature four mastwo-thirds complete by the holiday season. sive air-pumping stations and technology From there, Leiweke said, crews could that disinfects the air. It will also use ultrastart working on the electricity and plumb- violet lights to help disinfect surfaces and ing, and putting up drywall. will feature outdoor spaces, and the grabCrews have already begun installing and-go technology that Amazon uses at its the beams and stanchions for the stadium Amazon Go stores. Oak View Group was seats, and watched as the highest beam, able to get that technology at its UBS signed by officials and union workers, was Arena due to its naming rights agreement put in place on Oct. 9. with Amazon for the Seattle Kraken’s new The facility is expected to open in time stadium. for the National Hockey League’s 2021-22 “We’re working with the gold stan-

Crews plaCed The highest beam, signed by New York Islanders and state officials as well as the developers and union workers, atop the future UBS Arena on Oct. 9.

By Melissa Koenig mkoenig@liherald.com

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dard,” Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky said. “We have to make sure a fan feels 1,000 percent safe when they enter the building.” But the Oak View Group, the Islanders and Northwell Health are also making sure people in the community stay safe. They announced on Oct. 6 that, as part of the partnership, Northwell and the Islanders will create community programs focused on health, nutrition and physical activity. The partnership will also help Northwell expand its outreach efforts, Dowling said, and learn more about the community’s needs. “It will be continuous learning,” Dowling said, with Leiweke adding that officials from the different organizations will learn more about the community’s needs before the first puck drops at the arena in 14 months. A retail village included in the plans for the redevelopment project, however, may open a year later due to coronavirus delays, and the south platform of a new Elmont Long Island Rail Road station at the site will open around Nov. 1 of next year with the north platform — serving westbound trains — finished a year later. The station will include 5,500 parking spaces, with 150 reserved for commuter park-

ing. “We will be fine, and we will get through this,” Leiweke said at another panel discussion about the construction project on Oct. 8. “I’m not going to let a temporary virus affect what we’re doing here.” The project is being privately funded, Leiweke said, and is expected to provide a significant boost to the regional economy, at a time when economic activity has slowed because of the coronavirus pandemic. It is expected to generate roughly $25 billion in economic activity over the term of its lease, and developers have vowed to fill 30 percent of the arena’s permanent jobs with workers who live in the surrounding area. Additionally, 30 percent of contracting dollars for construction was earmarked for state-certified minority- and female-owned businesses, and 6 percent was earmarked for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. “If you don’t think New York is going to return, you are blind to what’s going on around us today,” Leiwekee said at the ceremony on Friday. “To all of those that doubt New York, come visit us at UBS.” For more information about the arena, visit www.UBSArena.com.

Northwell receives $1.4M grant to study gun violence Northwell Health has been awarded $1.4 million from the National Institutes of Health to study gun violence prevention and establish and implement a first-of-its-kind protocol to universally screen among those at risk of firearm injury. The grant is part of the health system’s “We Ask Everyone About Guns” research study, which aims to shift the paradigm to view gun violence as a public health issue and approach firearm injury risk similarly to other health risk factors that are part of routine care, like smoking, substance use and motor vehicle accidents. We Ask Everyone About Guns will

establish evidence-based screening and intervention strategies within three of its hospitals. Led by Drs. Chethan Sathya, director of Northwell’s Center for Gun Violence Prevention, and Sandeep Kapoor, the study will pilot at South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore, Cohen Children’s Medical Center, a pediatric trauma center on the Queens-Nassau County border that is the accepting facility for adolescent trauma for more than five counties, and Staten Island University Hospital — each of which are in regions with critical need for firearm injury and mortality prevention, and areas with at-risk

youth. Northwell plans to expand We Ask Everyone About Guns across the health system. “Gun violence is a public health issue, and this NIH-funded study is a step in the right direction to finally addressing it as one,” said Michael Dowling, Northwell president and CEO. “Unfortunately, we have been dealing with two pandemics — Covid-19 and gun violence. By screening for firearm safety in our facilities, we can better understand how and why this senseless bloodshed continues to increase at historic rates.”

Northwell received the NIH grant as gun violence continues to rise across the country and remains the leading cause of premature death in the U.S. — nearly 40,000 people dying each year, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In August, shootings doubled and murders increased 50 percent in New York City, according to the NYPD, compared to the same timeframe in 2019. Since May, there have been 791 shootings in New York City alone, which was a 140plus percent increase over the same period in 2019.

NCPD recover handgun and marijuana in car with child seat. A substance police “believed to be marijuana” was also recovered. Tharpe’s female child, 8 months old, was in a rear passenger car seat of the vehicle. She was released into the custody of her Kaliem Tharpe mother at the scene. The two were charged with second- and third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property, second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana, endangering the welfare of a child. Serrano Ochoa was also charged with speeding and failure to signal. Both defendants were arraigned Oct. 5 in Mineola.

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Seventh Squad detectives reported the arrest of two men on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 9:45 p.m. in Massapequa. According to detectives, Nassau County Criminal Intelligence Rapid Response Team Ariel Serrano Ochoa (CIRRT) spotted a black Acura southbound on Dover Street traveling at a high rate of speed. The officers then pulled over the black Acura on Colonial Drive, after the vehicle failed to signal a turn. Ariel Serrano Ochoa, 18, of Bay Shore, and Kaliem Tharpe, 20, of Massapequa, were in the vehicle and were arrested without incident. During the investigation, police allegedly recovered a handgun under the driver’s

Courtesy Wantagh Fire Department

THE CAR FIRE near the entrance of Wantagh Park was quickly extinguished by local firefighters.

Car fire at Wantagh Park A car blaze occurred near the entrance of Wantagh Park, on Merrick Road and Woodland Avenue, on Saturday, Sept. 26, at approximately 9:30 p.m. The Wantagh Fire Department responded to the fire, as First Assistant Chief Thomas Bloomfield, Second Assistant Chief Leonard Matthewson, Engine 8 and the safety officer had just completed another alarm nearby. Along with a crew from Engine 8, led

by ex-Captain Ron Chowske, the group of firefighters was successful in extinguishing the fire. Engines 3 and 5 responded and assisted. The crews reported no injuries. The cause of the fire was unknown but was not considered suspicious. The scene was secured in roughly 20 minutes.

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Panel guides first-time home buyers By Briana Bonfiglio bbonfiglio@liherald.com

When Max and Ashley Kramer decided to buy their first home together before Covid-19 hit, they quickly realized it would be a lot of work. “We went on a whim to look at a few houses before we were prepared at all,” Ashley said. “That was important for us because it made us realize, ‘Ok, we need a team. We can’t do this on our own.’” To begin the process in April, they first called a mortgage broker. Though they lost out on deals for two homes because of the fast-paced market, they landed in a house that they say they are happy with in North Bellmore. The Kramers shared their first-time home-buying experience on the latest in a series of Herald Inside LI webinars produced by RichnerLive, a division of Richner Communications, publisher of Herald Community Newspapers, discussing different aspects of life in the Covid-19 pandemic. On Oct. 8, the couple was joined by panelists Scott Wallace, certified buyer representative and real estate salesman at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty; Matt Korman, licensed real estate broker at Douglas Elliman; and Veronica Ferrero, assistant vice president and community lending coordinator at Emigrant Mortgage Company Inc. Moderator Skye Ostreicher, of RichnerLive and Herald Community Newspapers, first asked the panelists the most important thing a first-time homebuyer should know. The experts’ resounding answer was to find a reliable team, composed of a mortgage broker, a buyer’s real estate agent and an attorney, who will help at every step of the way. “It’s all about communication between everyone,” Wallace said, “and unfortunately, in this market right now, I feel for the buyers out there. They’re trying so hard, and they are qualified; sometimes they just need a little more education about their qualifications.” Ferrero said that step one in the home-buying process is to do what the Kramers did — consult with a mortgage broker, assess finances and answer questions like, “How much am I comfortable spending?” and “How will I show proof of income, credit, savings and assets?” “The most important thing is to plan, to budget and to basically check your credit and speak to somebody that will be pre-approving you,” she explained, “because if you don’t have that pre-approval or you don’t start that process, it’s going to be difficult to know where to go from there.” In the time of Covid-19, securing a pre-approval or pre-commitment based on finances is crucial, the panelists agreed, because many sellers will not allow buyers into the houses without one. The next step for a buyer is to decide where they

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want to live. Consult with a real estate agent who knows the areas well, walk through the neighborhoods and decide what they want and need in a home. “I’m seeing a trend from west to east as people are coming out of apartment living and are wanting more space,” Korman said. “People aren’t necessarily going to be going into the city office five days a week anymore.” While there is high demand for people moving out of apartments and into larger homes on Long Island, there is also low supply of homes on the market. This means the market moves quickly, and everyone needs to be on top of their game when making offers, the panelists said. Max suggested securing a pre-commitment rather than a pre-approval for the mortgage. “Our offer was a little shakier because it was lower, and we didn’t have a commitment to lend so that would have helped us on the terms side,” Max said of the Kramers’ first offer on a house. Once an offer is accepted, Korman explained that time is of the essence — a buyer needs to immediately call to schedule an inspection and close on the deal, especially in today’s hot market. “It’s very stressful for

CloCkwise from the top right, Skye Ostreicher, moderator; Max and Ashley Kramer, first-time home buyers; Matt Korman, licensed real estate broker; Stuart Richner, CEO and publisher of Herald Community Newspapers; Scott Wallace, certified buyer representative and real estate salesman at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty; and Veronica Ferrero, assistant vice president and community lending coordinator at Emigrant Mortgage Company Inc., spoke on a virtual call about the process of buying a first house.

all,” Wallace said. Max said to expect large closing costs, especially on Long Island. “The down payment you expect,” he said, “the closing costs you don’t, and they’re high — you’re talking $15,000 to $20,000, and that’s not going toward the principal of your house.” There are several grants available for first-time homebuyers, either to go toward down payments or renovations, Ferrero said. These include the state’s SONYMA program, homebuyer “dream” programs with certain banks and down payment assistance programs. Wallace encouraged people to visit the Long Island Housing Partnership website, lihp.org, to learn more. “It’s important to educate people and not scare people,” Ferrero said. “Markets change. Never give up because there are programs out there to help you and homes for you. It may not be the right time for you but that time will come.” Emigrant Mortgage Company, Scott Wallace Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty and Douglas Elliman sponsored the event. Visit liherald.com/insideli to view a recording of this webinar and find more information on upcoming webinars.

RichnerLive to host breast cancer awareness webinar To highlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month, RichnerLive will host a free, virtual Herald Inside LI panel on to the disease and its impact on Long Islanders. On Oct. 20 at 4 p.m., join top advocates, doctors and community leaders to answer questions, debunk myths and share facts about breast cancer. Is the incidence of breast cancer higher among Long Island women? Where can women be screened and what is treatment like? The discussion

will cover prevention, diagnosis, screening and recovery — from a medical and holistic perspective — with both doctors and scientists, including:

■ Geri Barish, executive director of Hewlett House and president of 1 in 9: The Long Island Breast Cancer Action Coalition

■ Adrienne Esposito, executive director, Citizens Campaign for the Environment

Skye Ostreicher, of Herald Community Newspapers and RichnerLive, will moderate the conversation and take questions from viewers. Herald Inside LI, produced by RichnerLive, a division of Richner Communications, publisher of Herald Community Newspapers, is a weekly webinar

■ Karla Waldron, executive director, Mondays at Racine ■ Dr. Melissa Fana, chief of breast surgery, Northwell Health

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CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE rialize its pet grasshopper, Flor said. “The cost of cremation is by weight,” Flor explained. For animals weighing 4 to 24 pounds, the cost is $191.18. Plots come in two sizes, 2 feet by 3 feet or 2 by 4. Plots may contain two animals or the ashes of several. In addition, families may opt for public cremation. In that case, they do not receive any ashes, and may memorialize as many animals as they wish. One memorial stone lists 10 names. The park also has a small columbarium, with niches for cremains. Bideawee does not operate its own monument service, nor does it recommend any. But Flor said families could expect to pay about $400 for a plain, flat granite memorial. Perhaps most surprising, the park offers human companions the option of interment with their pets, if they opt for the perpetual maintenance plan, Flor said. She did not know how many people had made that choice in the years since the park’s founding. The park has a healing room, and grief counselors are available. In addition, those who wish may view their pets’ cremations. Bideawee also offers a paw print service. An animal’s paws are gently pressed into a foam block that can then be decorated. Kits are offered for those who want to take the impressions at home. The park is fascinating in itself, and visitors may take walking tours, guided by the brochures found outside the park’s administrative offices. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for soft ground.

ANIMALS OF ALL kinds, from parrots, like Sunshine, to horses lie there. THE PARK’S MOST famous resident is President Richard Nixon’s dog, Checkers, who may have saved his owner’s political career as a puppy.

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THE BIDEAWEE PET Memorial Park, founded in 1916, is the final resting place for more than 65,000 pets.

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s more of life is centered around home, good design can help you augment and replace natural light, while creating a beautiful, productive, safe haven during the darker, shorter days of fall and winter. “As the home continues to serve as our collective sanctuary during the Covid pandemic, it’s critical to consider how lighting can keep a family thriving during this fall and winter season,” says Michael McCullough, director of PR at Progress Lighting. Fall has arrived, and with it, a new reality. The days are naturally growing shorter and darker. Daylight Saving Time expires November 1, ushering in the long winter nights and colder temperatures. This means more time spent inside working, learning and just plain living in our homes. “The stress of the Covid-19 crisis has emphasized the impact our environment plays on our wellbeing. There’s never been a more important time for interior design,” says Doris Pearlman, founder of Possibilities for Design of Denver.“Our goal is to create spaces that uplift and embrace, providing respite from daily pressures.” Pearlman’s team offers these design suggestions: √ Add lighting above work areas to create functional, operational spaces. √ Complement ambient lighting with pendant lighting around kitchen islands to facilitate collaboration. √ Create inspiration by clustering pendants for a fun, unique centerpiece. √ Hang pendants over nightstands to turn the bedroom into a retreat. Individual switches allow for customized lighting for easy bedtime reading. Jayme and Nolan Fridley, of Fridley Homes, who balance a busy custom home building business with their active family, are observing new trends. “The open-concept floor plan is not as charming when everyone’s working from home,” says Jayme Fridley. “Instead of a ‘great room,’ many families now think that having many areas designated for specific tasks is ‘great’.” Fridley’s strategies include: √ Create specific learning areas for each child. √ Let kids customize spaces, keeping clutter minimized to avoid distractions. √ Encourage concentration with good (if possible natural) lighting.

Design pros suggest homeowners incorporate light layering to maximize light throughout the day. Supplement daylight with overhead lighting from chandeliers, recessed and close-toceiling fixtures. Place task lighting such as pendants or desk lamps over work areas. Use accent lighting like wall sconces to add a soft glow as the day wanes. “Lighting should set the tone for productivity. For some, this might mean bright lighting and multiple sources. Others might prefer a moody vibe. Making it your own is what’s most important...oh, and a good backdrop for Zoom calls sure won’t hurt,” says Julie Wynalda, owner of True Vine Creations. Instagram influencer Heather, of Operation Tudor Revival, who’s DIY-ing her home renovation says, “Office lighting can be both functional and fabulous! I went with an overhead chandelier with a drum shade for an updated look. The shade also helps diffuse light to avoid glare on my computer screen.” Technology can help spaces pull doubleduty. Lifestyle blogger, Lindsey Dalton says, “We put our chandelier on a dimmer so it can be bright while my husband’s working but we can turn it down during dinner to transition the room from workday to relaxing evening.” With smart light fixtures, you can change lighting tone, brightness and color with a device or your voice. Control products from iDevices work with the three most popular voice assistants: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri. Using the iDevices smart Dimmer Switch and Wall Switch, you can set lights on dynamic schedules and automations based on triggers like your local sunrise or presence at home. Delineating start and stop times to your day through lighting can help optimize productivity and boost your mood. Smart controls can also facilitate distancelearning. “With a voice assistant built inside the Instinct smart light switch, you have your own at-home teaching assistant, helping answer questions and assisting with exercises,” says Andrew Ragali, senior marketing manager for iDevices. “It also allows you to play music or audiobooks using voice commands to keep kids on task.” Above photo: Use modern lighting techniques to create a cozy environment. Well-lit, comfortable spaces can help your household thrive in the months ahead.

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he collective experience of being under lockdown during 2020 has had one big effect for many of us: It’s strengthened the urge to refresh our homes, now that we’re spending more time there than ever. And not just for aesthetics, but for functionality, especially as home offices become our regular offices (and thus Zoom meeting backgrounds), living rooms/dens often become gyms (and even classrooms and second offices), while patios, decks and yards become the only respite available from overused indoor spaces — and an extension of our homes where we enjoy socially distant activities with family and friends. The months spent at home have many of us ready to make some changes to our living space — if we haven’t done so already. With an eye on the bank account, you don’t have to sacrifice style for price. Simple cosmetic touches like a fresh coat of paint or color accents can provide a fresh start without breaking the bank.

throw rug or window covering, and then pulling an accent color from that item to use on an accent wall and instantly create a cohesive design. Next, use a color that sits next to that accent color on the color wheel and lighten it up as much as you can for a trim or ceiling paint.“This really brings things together but not in a dramatic way,” she says. Paint works for updating furniture and other household items, too. Interior designer Kayla Goldstein advises looking for secondhand items and revamping them with spray paint. “I cannot tell you how many amazing finds I have found in thrift stores, garage sales and flea markets,” she says. “Almost anything has potential, and spray paint is phenomenal in bringing it out. You can find items for $30 or less and spruce them up and reimagine them.” She advises investing in good-quality picture frames so you can dress up your walls with inexpensive artwork and photos, even creating your own gallery wall for a glam look.

Paint “Never underestimate the power of paint, especially if you’re willing to do it yourself,” says Cristina Miguelez, a remodeling specialist for home remodeling website Fixr. “You can paint everything.” Miguelez loves budget decorating and appreciates the versatility of paint, including countertop paint, appliance paint, floor paint, and wall and ceiling paint. She suggests choosing one focal point in a room, such as a great

Details Paying attention to details can have big impact. Consider replacing kitchen and bathroom cabinet hardware, like knobs and draw pulls, with a fresh, affordable alternative. Many of these accents start at a few dollars. Designer and Realtor James Judge recommends adding trim to your walls to enhance your space. For example, you can choose wainscoting for a classic look or add a grid pattern using basic 1-by-2-foot panels from a local hardware store.

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“It’s a great way to make the space visually appealing,” says Judge, noting the whole project takes a few hours and costs under $100. Throw rugs and runners can add visual appeal to the floor and warm up your place. Lighting can add oomph as well. Judge recommends adding wall sconces in an office or bedroom to make the space cozier without adding clutter. Or simply replace lampshades. Also consider changing your light bulbs. “Sometimes we have a light that’s too blue and yellow would make the room cozier, or the opposite,” says Goldstein. “Make sure your light bulbs are light enough and the right degree of warmth for the use of the room.”

the main color scheme of the room or add a bold pop of color that perhaps opposes the color scheme. You can rotate decor accents as needed, being mindful to limit clutter. Add festive seasonal touches to your space like different pillows, blankets, candles, table decor, table runners, placemats and more. Even though these items aren’t permanent, they add personality and allow you to experiment with colors, textures and patterns in small amounts. These creative interior design updates are quick, easy and inexpensive yet impactful. Keeping your home decor refreshed and up to date will help you fall in love with your home all over again.

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Students learn about seasonal Mexican festival Wantagh Middle School took the time to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, which ran from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, and students dove into Hispanic culture, even while socially distancing. Sixth-grade art students studied the popular Mexican holiday El Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. Observed from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, it corresponds to the traditional Roman Catholic observances of All Saints and All Souls Days. The holiday is far from merely somber, combining light-heartedness with

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Q. We have a situation where our new house was finished but our contractor didn’t get any inspections. Now we can’t get our certificate of occupancy. We replaced our house after Hurricane Sandy, and because it’s taller, it needed sprinklers. The contractor died and left no paperwork or permits for us. The plumber seems to have retired and left the state. We’re scrambling to figure this out. The building inspector is trying to help, Ask The and says we need all the Architect plumbing and electrical inspections, which means getting a new plumber and an electrician, who we located and is helping by giving us his sign-off, which we understand is through a private agency. We don’t understand why there’s a private agency instead of our building department. Don’t they give electric permits? The onte eeper hard part seems to be the sprinklers in our ceilings. Our architect, who drew the plans and showed the sprinkler head locations, says he can’t sign the affidavit the inspector needs without a sprinkler test, and nobody knows who installed the sprinkler plumbing. What can we do to get this over with?

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I wondered why we see more demonizing than discussing; why what the media calls “debates” are really more like serial assertions, leaving essential questions undiscussed. Then I considered why elected officials of all stripes need each other. Why can’t we disagree without being disagreeable? What lessons are we teaching our children? Democrats are criticized for reliance on government for progressive social policies and infrastructure funding. Republicans want to cut taxes and reduce government. But infrastructure is needed to provide the platforms that Republicans expect for entrepreneurs to succeed. No millionaire or billionaire can legitimately claim that he or she did it alone. They, and certainly those who helped them, were most likely educated in public schools, drove to work on public roads, relied on police and firefighters, and used publicly licensed airwaves to communicate. They took for granted that they could eat safe foods and breathe clean air. In other words, entrepreneurs succeed by using facilities and systems funded by the taxes they don’t want to pay. Many anti-government types acknowledge this when they talk about “giving back” in recognition of the advantages society provided them. Far too often, though, these tax-deductible charitable contribu-

tions serve as “voluntary taxation,” supporting personal priorities instead of the public ones that should be funded by taxes. And there are notable problems that result from too little government involvement: an inadequate and inequitable health care system, a lack of pandemic preparedness, rampant racism, financial meltdowns, unprotected water and produce, and cities and towns that are ravaged by hurricanes and forest fires. We suffer from too much focus on individual freedoms and not enough on collective responsibility. This doesn’t mean that government is the answer to every problem — or that business and the market are the sources of all wisdom. There are proper functions for government and proper functions for the market, and ignoring the unique missions of either usually leads to difficulty. The market seeks profit maximization, the public seeks safety and assurances, and each balances the other. Over time, disparate groups around the world have peacefully reached agreements on issues as diverse as the Law of the Sea treaty, international telecommunications, air traffic control, the calendar and time zones, to name just a few. In each case, all gained through compromise. They built on the unique characteristics of cooperation and tolerance.

e need leaders who will work on behalf of the public, not just party or base.

These examples give me hope that differing points of view can find common cause in the highly inefficient use of tax revenues. On Long Island, for example, we have some 900 taxing authorities, each with a board and administrative structure. Think of the numerous towns and villages in our two counties, and the school, water, sewer and library districts that serve our population of 2.8 million. The challenges ahead are too large for either the government or the market to solve by themselves. Energy uses and sources, unconstrained financial instruments and natural disasters like rising seas are greater than either sector can handle alone. We need less anger and attitude. Instead we need committed leaders who will work on behalf of the public, not just party or base, and an informed citizenry prepared to debate them in order to bring all sides together to address common problems with common sense. And we, the public, should commit ourselves to elect new representatives when those in office are more committed to noise than negotiation. Only when this happens — when we can debate without shouting, and disagree without being disagreeable — can we begin to spend tax dollars more wisely on the highest priorities, and not continue to borrow from the next generation. Robert A. Scott is president emeritus of Adelphi University.

As if it couldn’t have gotten worse, he was contagious

illions of Americans seem to be manifesting what has been called “insane” behavior: They keep doing the same thing over and over again, expecting a different and better result. They keep flouting coronavirus regulations, and, even though such behavior has killed an outrageous number of Americans, they still expect a different outcome for themselves. They are surprised when they get sick. In the midst of a RANDI surging pandemic, KREISS they won’t wear a simple mask, even as the highly contagious virus sweeps across the country. They continue circulating the same lies about Covid-19 that have challenged the medical community from the beginning. These lies, minimizing the threat of the disease, undermine epidemiologists and embolden people to take risks that may land them in the ICU. Even though people at the White House are dropping like flies, those loyal to President Trump don’t see the necessity of a course correction in White House corona-

virus protocols. They are still ready to attend Trump’s mask-optional rallies without social distancing, even after people have gotten sick and died after such public events. Just ask Herman Cain. Millions think it’s OK to move about in public without observing the basic safety precautions issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They have no problem with sitting within spitting distance of the speaker at the podium. Witness the president’s unmasked children sitting in the audience at the first debate. I still see people without masks in local stores. They apparently believe that if Covid-19 isn’t a hoax, then at worst it’s no big deal, and in Trump’s case it’s “a blessing in disguise.” So, no worries. And why should they fret? The president of the United States isn’t worried. Even after testing positive, after suffering various clinical symptoms of Covid-19, having at least two episodes of low oxygen levels and spiking a fever, he is champing at the bit to hold rallies and even an in-person second debate with Joe Biden. At press time, the White House was refusing to release his updated Covid-19 test results. These aren’t his tax returns;

this is life and death. He was a one-man source of contagion, with more than 30 people and counting in his inner and extended circle falling ill with the disease. It hasn’t been determined who is Patient One in the White House cluster, but Trump is doing nothing to urge contact tracing or rigorous testing. Even sick, he insisted on that notorious joy ride around Walter Reed Army Medical Center, exposing everyone in the presidential SUV to the virus. In his widely mocked “Covita” appearance from a White House balcony, looking like your generic dictator, he insisted he was cured. It was like a miracle. Actually, it was ill-advised and seemingly delusional. With Donald Trump, there is absolutely no learning curve, and on some level, that’s the worst thing about him. He doesn’t learn, he doesn’t evolve, he doesn’t get enlightened, he doesn’t ever apologize for his mistakes. He could get lucky and survive, but as we went to press, he should be in isolation, according to many medical experts. Nevertheless, he insists he is fine, and is going about his business, often without a mask and without observing social distancing.

nd Trump hinted that the Gold Star military families might have gotten him sick.

He has learned nothing from this bout with Covid-19. The novel coronavirus has brought about a novel realization. The president is unable to learn from his blunders and misapprehensions because he cannot acknowledge making mistakes. He never regrets; he never apologizes. Bad outcomes are always someone else’s fault. In the case of his Covid-19, he hinted that the Gold Star families he greeted at the White House might have gotten him sick. But he may have known he was positive for the virus before he received the military families in the White House, with few masks in sight. How could he not spread the infection he carried? In an interview, he said the Gold Star families love to touch him and kiss him. Some, I imagine, may pay a price for that privilege. In the criminal justice system, someone who can’t learn from his mistakes is known as a repeat offender. Repeat offenders in the time of Covid are those who keep walking through this viral fire without expecting to get burned. I must be insane, too, because I fully hoped that a chastened president might express thanks for his recovery and then embrace all the Covid-19 precautions that would keep the people around him safe. Copyright 2020 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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was asked by a local proprietor why so many educators vote Democratic. I asked, “How do you know they do?” He blithely answered, “Well, I read it in the paper.” Our brief exchange was a friendly one, but it reminded me of how our nation’s deep political divisions now seem to define our daily discourse. Just in the past few years, the political trenches have become that much deeper and, sadly, the “debate” is that much more indecorous. What can we do to stem the excesses of partisanship, ROBERT A. which I believe are infecting our politiSCOTT cal process and the ability to make sound decisions on the most critical issues affecting our society? Think about the resistance to wearing masks and respecting social distancing. After the storekeeper’s comment, I began wondering why it seems that Republicans and Democrats can’t work together; why politics involves divisiveness, damning and distortion of the truth; why so many seem relentlessly opposed but not engaged. The certitude they show reveals no moral anguish about critical issues, like immigration, which must be reformed if we are to admit the talent we need at all levels.

Why can’t we work together?

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Breast screening is still a must, despite pandemic

here is perhaps no disease that strikes greater fear in the hearts of women than breast cancer. It is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths, behind lung cancer, and the second-most-common form of cancer among women, behind skin cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor the many who have died while spreading the word that early detection is key to preventing deaths. It’s an excellent time to have a mammogram or make an appointment to get one. Screenings and treatments, however, are down dramatically since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Breast imaging has dropped by 62 percent, genetic counseling by 26 percent, breast surgery by 21 percent, and as of August, new cancer diagnoses by 52 percent, research shows. Medical experts are urging women to be screened and keep up any treatments and surgeries. Breast cancer occurs when cells grow beyond their normal bounds. The cancer can then metastasize — that is, spread through the blood or lymph systems to other parts of the body. The average age of diagnosis for breast cancer is 62, though experts recommend that women begin having annual mammograms at age 45, and as early as 40 for women with histories of breast cancer in their families. Though the symptoms can range widely, some of the most common include: ■ A lump, knot or thickening under the breast or in the underarm area. ■ Swelling, redness or darkening of the breast. ■ Change in a breast’s size or shape. ■ An itchy, scaly sore or rash on the nipple. ■ A pulling-in or retraction of the nipple or other parts of the breast.

Breast cancer resources ■ Hewlett House, a nonprofit community learning resource center: 86 East Rockaway Road, Hewlett, (866) 411-CANCER (2262). ■ The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer hotline: (800) 877-8077 or www.adelphi. edu/nysbreastcancer.org. ■ The American Cancer Society: (800) ACS-2345 (227-2345) or www.cancer.org. In June 2016, Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the Get Screened, No Excuses Law, which gives public employees four hours of paid leave per year for breast cancer screening and eliminates such obstacles as co-payments and annual deductibles. The measure also requires 210 hospitals and clinics to offer extended hours for screenings to help women who have difficulty scheduling mammograms during a typical 9-to-5 workday. Screening is among the most important ways to prevent breast cancer, but there are other actions you can take to reduce your risk of developing it. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, a woman who exercises four hours per week reduces her risk. Eating a low-fat, nutritious diet can help. A diet high in fat increases the risk by triggering the hormone estrogen, which fuels tumor growth. So fill your plate with plenty of fruits and vegetables. Compared with non-drinkers, women who have one alcoholic drink a day have a very small increase in risk. Those who have two to five drinks daily, however, have about 1½ times the risk of women who don’t drink. According to the women’s breast-feeding advocacy group La Leche League International, and the New York State Department of Health, studies confirm

LETTERS Defending our rights To the Editor: Re Scott Brinton’s column “We could use a little old-school politics right now” (Oct. 1-7): I was saddened to read that some of the people who responded to Brinton’s previous column, “A maddening tale of two presidencies” (Sept. 17-23), resorted to name-calling. I am also the child of a World War II Navy veteran. I am retired from the FDNY, which I served proudly for 26 years. I also have

been involved with multiple charitable endeavors, along with many of my friends. We have delivered supplies and toys (more than 100,000) to areas coping with the aftermath of hurricanes in the U.S. since Katrina in 2005. I believe in the Constitution, and I love the United States. I support the police, and just as we were told after 9/11 that we should not judge all Muslims by the actions of a few, we should not now judge all law enforcement officers by the actions of a few. In Brinton’s most recent column,

■ National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc.: www.nationalbreastcancer.org. ■ National Cancer Institute: (800) 4-CANCER (422-6237) or www.cancer.gov. ■ Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation help line: (877) GO KOMEN (4656636) or helpline@komen.org.

Making Strides The American Cancer Society’s annual Making Strides Walk at Jones Beach, held annually in October, has been canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic, but the society is still holding a drive-through fundraiser at Jones Beach on Sunday, Oct. 18. To sign up, go to bit.ly/3dh2hlL. For more, email LongIslandNYStrides@ cancer.org or call (631) 300-3212. that breast-feeding reduces the risk of cancer. Research shows that the longer a woman breast-feeds, the more protected she is against the disease. The American Cancer Society says that new technology to fight breast cancer is emerging, and that modern medicine’s understanding of the risk factors is also improving. Consulting with your doctor and being vigilant about your health are the most important actions that a woman can take. The key is awareness. Know your body, and know your risks. Prevention and early detection are the best weapons in the battle against breast cancer.

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at Foye, chairman of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has said that service on the Long Island Rail Road and Metro North could be reduced by as much as 50 percent — and bus and subway service by 40 percent — in the coming months if the MTA does not receive $12 billion in federal aid. At the same time, fares could go up by more than the scheduled 4 percent next year. In other words, there would be substantially less service for more money. And those cuts would not only leave many commuters seethLARRY ing, but could also PENNER create further financial and safety risks for the MTA and its passengers. Significant service cuts or fare hikes require a public hearing process. As a recipient of Federal Transit Administration funding, the MTA must comply with federal Title VI and other civil rights guidelines. Service cuts cannot have an adverse impact on minority, low-income and physically challenged communities. The process would require a series of public hearings across the metropolitan

area, which would take the MTA several months. It would be subject to review by the FTA and the New York City and state governments. Service reductions would require the MTA to update its FTA bus, subway and commuter rail fleet management plans. The FTA would want to ensure that the MTA has the financial resources to maintain its equipment, so that rail cars can remain operational for their intended lifespan of 39 years, and buses, 14 years. But with such extensive reductions, several hundred to several thousand commuter and subway rail cars and buses would no longer be needed, and couldn’t simply be kept around as spare equipment. The LIRR has a fleet of more than 1,150 cars, and Metro North, more than 1,260. New York City Transit has 6,400 subway cars, and more than 5,700 buses operate in the city. The fleets are partially federally funded, and equipment that is no longer needed for passenger service as a result of service reductions would require the FTA’s permission to be temporarily mothballed in a safe and secure location, while still being maintained. That would defeat the goal of cost savings. Another option would be to transfer

equipment that is no longer needed to another transit agency. The paperwork alone involved in this process would take several months, and, once the transfer is completed, if ridership increases significantly or parts of the fleet need to be replaced, additional equipment would not be readily available. The MTA could also purchase the excess federally funded equipment from the FTA, basing its value on depreciation. The MTA would then be free to sell the surplus equipment and keep the proceeds. And it could retire any equipment that has already reached the end of its intended lifespan. But this, too, could lead to a shortage of equipment down the road. Most important, as far as commuters are concerned, a major reduction in LIRR service would go directly against promised increases in that service: new trains for the New York Islanders’ arena at Belmont Park, starting next October; a 40 percent increase in rush-hour service when the $2.6 billion Main Line Third Track is completed in December 2022; the addition of 24 trains per hour during peak times in support of the $11.2 billion East Side Access to Grand Central Terminal, also scheduled for December 2022;

eductions could leave commuters seething and increase costs for the agency.

LETTERS he wrote of Justice Ruth Ginsberg and her deep and abiding Jewish faith. Will the press now stand idly by if Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett is bashed for practicing her Catholic faith by those on the left? The First Amendment clearly gives people the right to practice their religion, in addition to the right to free expression. Journalists have the choice to defend her constitutional rights or to pile on. And if you believe that all people have equal First Amendment rights in our country, I challenge you to wear a Make America Great Again hat and walk through the Upper West Side, SoHo, Greenwich Village or nearly anywhere in New York City and see how far you get. To Brinton, I say keep up the good work because, although I do not agree with most of what he writes, I enjoy and respect his conviction and will defend his First Amendment right to the press. TOM O’CONNOR North Bellmore

Time to ban fracking To the Editor: U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice has shown herself to be a true partner in helping to bring New York state and our country to 100 percent clean and renewable energy. Indeed, her opposition to the Port Ambrose Liquefied Natural Gas Port and her support for

and an increase in reverse-peak service on all branches by the end of that year. The MTA board of directors has a legal and fiduciary responsibility to protect the interests of both commuters and taxpayers. We need to make sure that Foye details all of the potential costs and challenges of the changes he has in mind with the board as well as elected officials at all levels of government before he proceeds with those cuts. And Long Islanders need to know how their daily commutes will change if the proposed cuts and fare hikes are implemented. How overcrowded will trains become? What will be the cost in time that commuters spend standing on platforms? How will social distancing be maintained as the coronavirus pandemic drags on? These are questions that all of us who use the LIRR and any other branches of the MTA should be asking. To voice your opinions, write to Foye, at the MTA, 2 Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10004, or LIRR President Phil Eng, at the LIRR, 4312 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, N.Y. 11435. Or record a comment for one of the MTA’s monthly board meetings, now being held on Zoom. For a schedule and instructions, go to www.mtaboardmeetings. Larry Penner is a transportation advocate, historian and writer who worked for the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 New York Office for over three decades.

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offshore wind is commendable. But our planet is rapidly heating up, making it urgent that we move off fossil fuels such as fracked gas. I urge Rice to co-sponsor and actively work for the passage of the Fracking Ban Act (H.R. 5857). We need to ban hydraulic fracturing and stop any new fossil fuel infrastructure across our country. JOSEPH VARON West Hempstead

Attacking the ‘Red Zones’ To the Editor: Our Covid-19 numbers remain good news, even as clusters appear in certain areas of the state. Our testing system is so advanced that we were able to track clusters to 2.8 percent of the state’s population and attack the virus within that population. It will take the work of all of us to ensure we do not go backward on our hardfought progress. We must all continue to wear masks, wash our hands, remain socially distant, and above all, stay “New York tough.” Within the Red Zone focus areas, 3,901 test results were reported last weekend, yielding 193 positives, or a 4.95 percent positivity rate. In the remainder of the state, not counting these Red Zones, 130,678 test results were reported, yielding 1,254 positives, or a 0.96 percent positivity rate.

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The Red Zones are home to 2.8 percent of the state’s population, yet had 13.3 percent of all positive test results reported to the state, and 17.9 percent of all positive case results reported to the state last week. The positivity rate for

test results this past week in the Red Zone areas has been 6.17 percent, down slightly from the prior week. GOV. ANDREW CUOMO

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