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City Councilman George Ennis, far left; council Vice President Chris Fiumara; President Brendan Finn; Councilwoman Tracey Johnson and Councilman Michael Reinhart.

It was standing-room-only at City Hall as the Long Beach City Council welcomed one re-elected incumbent and two new members on New Year’s Day. George Ennis and Tracey Johnson were sworn in for their first terms, while Michael Reinhart, who was first elected in 2023, took the oath of office for the second time. Reinhart and Johnson began four-year terms, while Ennis, who garnered the third-highest vote total in last November’s election, will serve for two years. The special meeting certified the first all-Republican City Council since 1971 — the incoming members join Republicans Brendan Finn, the council president, and Chris Fiumara, its vice president, who were elected alongside Reinhart in 2023 — but Ennis and Johnson stressed in their inaugural comments that partisan politics won’t play a role in governing the city. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman began the ConTinuEd on PaGE 3

Dunking on antisemitism on Barclays Center court By AIDAN WARSHAVSKY awarshavsky@liherald.com

Nearly 18,000 people attended a tribute to the 15 victims of the Bondi Beach massacre in Sydney, Australia, at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center just days after last month’s shooting, and teens from Chabad Teen chapters in Long Beach and the Five Towns joined the Chabad Teen Network, known as CTEEN, in solidarity as they remembered those who died. The tribute took place during halftime of the Dec. 18 Brooklyn Nets-Miami Heat game. It featured a short game played by CTEEN members, as

well as the lighting of a giant basketball menorah watched by some 180 teens and their families. The menorah was lit by 14-year-old Brooklyn native Eli Drizin, a nephew of Rabbi Eli Schlanger, one of two Chabad rabbis who were killed in the attack. After reciting the blessings and lighting the menorah, attendees turned the solemn ceremony into a celebration of Jewish resilience that drew a standing ovation from the arena. The Nets roster includes two rookies from Israel, Danny Wolf and Ben Saraf, whose presence has inspired young

Jews with the message not to compromise their faith to achieve their dreams. That inspired the CTEEN players in the halftime game, who included Long Beach’s Dillon Weintraub. The 10th-g rader at Long Beach High School, who played point guard, said that the game was an opportunity to represent Judaism, and that lighting a menorah in a venue like Barclays showed the world that “we’re just like everyone else.” “I think it’s important for Jewish people to be represented,” Weintraub said. “The more they see us, the more they can recognize that we’re people,

too.” Weintraub, who also plays lacrosse at Long Beach High, said he felt that the game presented a chance to showcase what Jewish boys and men can do in sports. “Sometimes Jewish people are overlooked when it comes to athletics,” he said, “especially for young Jewish males.”

Nassau County’s CTEEN chapter is part of an extensive international ChabadLubavitch youth organization that provides Jewish teens with social, educational, leadership and volunteer opportunities at local Chabad centers. With 842 ch ap t e r s i n 6 7 c o u n t r i e s, CTEENs are empowered to ConTinuEd on PaGE 3

L.B. resident launches audio visual tour Library to host inaugural 60-minute experience

Beach, creating two routes that highlight the city’s sights and sounds. The audiovisual tour builds on that concept, offering an expanded, indoor experience. “The audiovisual tour is designed for those who are Library patrons can discover the past, present, and future of the barrier islands on Jan. 20 with a 60-min- unable to tour, or guests who are interested in touring digitally,” Greenberg said. After learning ute audiovisual tour at Long Beach Public about the idea, library staff encouraged Library, scheduled from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. him to pursue it. Presented by Long Beach resident Joel The Chamber of Commerce, which Greenberg, the program highlights the Greenberg is a member of, promoted the city’s diverse neighborhoods and culture, program in its monthly newsletter as a from the Red Brick District and historic way to boost tourism during the slower homes to the industrial district and houswinter months and encourage community es of worship. The tour also showcases engagement. Long Beach’s live music venues, the iconic Vice Chair John Boland said increased 2.1-mile boardwalk and the street art that involvement from both visitors and resilines city streets. dents can support local businesses during Registration is required and opens on the offseason, when many tend to avoid Jan. 13 at 6:30 p.m. beach communities. Greenberg has lived in Long Beach for Joel GReeNBeRG “Joel is making an effort to try and the last four years, after spending 13 years audiovisual tour bring a focus and excitement to the city as in Atlantic Beach. For nearly two creator of Long Beach and its businesses for the decades, Greenberg has traversed the betterment of the community,” he said. 8-mile long, 1-mile wide barrier island — encompassing Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido “It helps people recognize what makes Long Beach Beach, and Point Lookout — documenting its commu- beautiful.” The tour concludes with videos on Hurricane nities and landscapes. “So many people are unaware of the more niche Sandy, the Polar Bear Plunge, as well as a National things that we have here,” Greenberg said. “From the Geographic features and the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, marine life to the animals we have here, there doesn’t reflecting pivotal moments in the city’s history. Boland, who moved to Long Beach a month before seem to be a lot of information.” In September, Greenberg partnered with the Sandy, said presenting both challenges and triumphs Allegria Hotel to launch free walking tours of Long helps newcomers understand the community.

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Leaders pledge to put people before politics ceremony by highlighting his own connections to Long Beach, before welcoming the new City Council. “Some don’t know that my father was raised here in Long Beach,” Blakeman began, “[He] was a graduate of Long Beach High School.” He went on to say that his father, former Assemblyman Robert Blakeman, returned home from World War II and met his future wife, Betty Harris, on a canal in Island Park. The county executive also recounted visiting his grandfather in Long Beach. “I spent so many wonderful days of my childhood on the boardwalk here in Long Beach,” he said. Blakeman ended by emphasizing the importance of nonpartisan governance. “You represent all the people,” he reminded the council members. “When someone calls you for a problem, you never ask them whether they’re a Republican or a Democrat, what race, religion, ethnic group. … You help people. That’s what local government is all about.” After brief remarks from Joseph Cairo, chairman of the Nassau County Republican Committee, former County Legislator Denise Ford administered the oath of office to Ennis, who stood beside his wife, Maureen. Ennis is a longtime fixture in the Long Beach community, having organized a film festival fundraiser in support of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, chaired the Long Beach Irish Heritage Day Parade, and served as a committee member for the

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Michael Reinhart, center, with his children, Cate and Ryan, at left, taking the oath of office administered by County Legislator Patrick Mullaney. Michele O’Neill Foundation, which raises money to help children with cancer and special needs. Ennis thanked his late father and his 95-year-old mother, who was in attendance, for instilling in him the values of kindness, fairness and hard work. “I promise I will give every ounce of my effort, my knowledge and my energy to make everybody’s life in Long Beach the best it can possibly be,” he told the audience. Johnson took the stage next with her husband, Bob, and was sworn in by an Island Park resident of note, former U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, now a newly appointed inspector general for the U.S. Department of Labor. Johnson, a mother of three, is a real

estate agent and co-owns a local restaurant, the Cabana, with her husband. She has actively supported the Michelle O’Neill Foundation, Long Beach’s annual Polar Bear Plunge and the Michael Diamond Foundation, an organization that supports veterans’ causes, advocates for suicide prevention and offers scholarships to local students. In thanking her family, Johnson shared that she is a fourth-generation Long Beach resident, and feels a deep sense of community pride. “Long Beach is more than just where we live,” she said. “It’s who we are. It’s neighbors looking out for one another, small businesses that give our city its character, and generations of families who have invested their hearts here.”

Reinhart, the returning councilman, was joined on stage by his wife, Colleen, and their children, Ryan and Cate, and was given the oath of office by County Legislator Patrick Mullaney. Reinhart’s initial two-year term was marked by notable successes: the city’s first tax freeze in 10 years; an improvement in its bond rating, which paved the way for lower interest rates for city projects and more taxpayer savings; and a marked boost in public safety, with crime decreasing 19 percent. In his remarks, Reinhart cited the camaraderie among himself, Finn and Fiumara as a key reason why the council achieved those successes. He also emphasized community and family, proudly noting Cate’s Irish step dancing championship — and Honor Roll — to Ryan’s Long Beach High School volleyball Rookie of the Year award — and Honor Roll — to Colleen’s return to school for a second degree after working as an executive. Reinhart concluded by focusing on the council’s hands-on, grounded approach. “Sometimes, politicians become a distant policy-maker, but that’s not the case with these guys,” he said of his colleagues. “These guys are all neighbor advocates. This is a City Council of neighbor advocates, and I think we’re going to do a great job.” The council meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month at City Hall. For a complete schedule and expected agenda topics, visit longbeachny.gov/ councilmeetings.

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become leaders in their communities through acts of kindness, social responsibility and Jewish learning, all inspired by a belief in positive change. Eli Goodman, the leader of the Long Beach chapter, which is part of the Nassau chapter, was one of many Chabad leaders who felt it was necessary to make a stand on the global stage in the wake of the tragedy in Australia. “Collectively, Chabad felt it was important to stand proud and focus on the positive,” Goodman said. “Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment where teens can learn about themselves through giving to others, and understand that they’re part of a group who share the same values, and same faith, just like everyone else.” The Nets Hanukkah celebration builds on a tradition of Chabad menorah lightings at major sporting events that began in 1987 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, then known as Joe Robbie Stadium. CTEEN has organized ceremonies at Sunday Night Football games at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. and Northwest Stadium, then known as FedEx Field in Landover, MD. So when the organization decided on the NBA halftime show and made its request to Barclays, members felt that it was the perfect opportunity to showcase Judaism while adding a fun and creative element for

teens and younger Jews alike. “There’s always a sense of pride,” Goodman said. “This was more of a fun way to resonate with people.” “Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the victims, their families and friends and the worldwide community,” the Barclay’s Center announcer said the Barclay’s Center announcer said after the menorah was lit. The Dec. 14 Bondi Beach attack sparked a noticeable increase in attendance at public menorah lightings around the globe — including those in Long Beach and the Five Towns later that day. At a ceremony in Kennedy Plaza in Long Beach, Chabad of the Beaches Rabbi Eli Goodman praised the Long Beach community and city officials for standing with the Jewish community. At Andrew J. Parise Park in Cedarhurst, Rabbi Zalman Wolowik, of Chabad of the Five Towns, emphasized the importance of standing strong, particularly in the face of tragedy. And in Hewlett’s Memorial Plaza, the Hewlett-Woodmere business Association and members of Chabad of Hewlett gathered in unity despite frigid weather. Beyond public gatherings, the Five Towns held its annual car menorah parade on Dec. 16. Online, meanwhile, Jewish teens led grass-roots efforts such as the #LightForSydney and #ShareTheLights social media campaigns.

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Dillon Weintraub, of Long Beach, second from right, was among the group who played on Barclays Center the court at halftime.

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juSTIN OrTIz Hewlett Senior Basketball ORTIZ ADDED HIS name to Hewlett boys’ basketballl lore Dec. 26 by becoming the eighth player in program history to reach 1,000 career points. He entered the game needing 27 for the milestone and accomplished the feat in the third quarter. A third-year starter with a pair of All-County seasons under his belt, Ortiz averaged 17 points per game as a sophomore and 18.8 last season with 63 threes to rank among Nassau’s leaders.

games to watch Thursday, Jan. 8 Girls Basketball: Carey at Sewanhaka............... 4:30 p.m. Boys Basketball: Sewanhaka at Carey .............. 4:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Seaford at Lawrence............... 6:45 p.m. Girls Basketball: Plainedge at Kennedy............. 6:45 p.m. Girls Basketball: Calhoun at Long Beach .......... 6:45 p.m. Girls Basketball: Clarke at South Side .............. 6:45 p.m. Boys Basketball: South Side at Clarke .............. 6:45 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 9 Boys Basketball: V.S. South at V.S. North................ 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Lawrence at Seaford ................... 5 p.m. Boys Basketball: Carle Place at West Hemp........... 5 p.m. Girls Basketball: Mineola at Lynbrook ............... 6:45 p.m. Girls Basketball: V.S. South at V.S. North ........... 6:45 p.m. Girls Basketball: Hicksville at Oceanside .......... 6:45 p.m. Boys Basketball: Island Trees at Malverne.............. 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 10 Boys Basketball: Division at Mepham .............11:45 a.m. Girls Basketball: Syosset at Baldwin ...............11:45 a.m. Girls Basketball: East Meadow at F-Dale ........11:45 a.m. Girls Basketball: Freeport at V.S. Central .........11:45 a.m. Boys Basketball: Uniondale at Massapequa .......... 1 p.m. Boys Basketball: Baldwin at Oceanside ................. 1 p.m.

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The list of Long Beach High School wrestling legends runs deep and Dunia Sibomana gets to write one final chapter as not only one of the Marines’ all-time greats but also its most unique star. In 2014, Sibomana was left clinging to life after a group of wild chimpanzees attacked him and two family members as they played near Virunga National Park in the Congo, in his native Central Africa. His brother and cousin were killed, but Dunia, then 6, survived, though he was left with life-altering facial injuries. Since he arrived in the United States 10 years ago, he’s undergone nearly 20 surgeries and become an honor student and a Division I wrestling talent who’s headed to the University of North Carolina on a full athletic scholarship. Sibomana is a two-time New York State champion, winning titles as an eighth-grader and junior, four-time AllState, and a prohibitive favorite to capture a fifth consecutive Nassau County championship. He entered January with a career record of 174-16 and is expected to be in the 120-pound bracket come February. “It went too fast,” he said of his high school wrestling career. “It’s my senior year and I want to end on the highest note possible and have fun. I’m excited for the next chapter in North Carolina, but I’ve still got plenty of work to do here.” If he can win another county title, Sibomana would join a select group with five that includes Long Beach grads P.J. Gillespie and Jacori Teemer. The latter won five state championships as well. “Dunia is primed to cap off a great career with another great season,” Long Beach coach Ray Adams said. “He’ll go down as one of the best in Nassau County wrestling history.” The Marines return two other county champions. Senior Brody Franklin captured the 131-pound crown last winter and sophomore Ethan Andreula won

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Long Beach senior Dunia Sibomana, has won four Nassau County wrestling titles and a pair of state championships in four seasons. back-to-back titles as a seventh- and eighth-grader before placing runner-up last season at 108. Andreula (110 this season) is three-time All-State, while Franklin (132) is looking for his first and has two years of state tournament experience. “Never an easy road to the state title there’s so many variables,” Adams said. “These guys put in all the work it takes to be successful on the biggest stage. They wrestle year-round against some of the best competition in the country.” The rest of Long Beach’s lineup is deep, giving Adams optimism it can be in the mix for the county dual meet title and team title at the county tournament

once again. He believes Massapequa is the favorite on paper, with Farmingdale and Bellmore-JFK also in the conversation. Junior Casey Powers was third in the county last season and a state qualifier. He’s at 103 and brings county title aspirations. Powers and Sibomana won weight class titles at the Battle at the Beach Tour nament Dec. 6 as the Marines won the 15-team event. “He’s ready to take the next step,” Adams explained. Seniors Matt Diamond and Jordan Andreula, as well as juniors Josiah Gibson and Gavyn Vinente are key pieces to the Marines’ puzzle.

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The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025, which will restore whole and 2 percent milk to America’s school cafeterias for the first time since they were banned in 2012. Every serving of whole milk provides 13 essential nutrients including protein, calcium, and vitamin D, with recent scientific research showing that higher-fat milk consumption by children is associated with lower childhood obesity and other positive health outcomes.

Historic return of whole milk to schools after 13-year ban The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025 by voice vote in December 2025, delivering final congressional approval for legislation that will restore whole and 2 percent milk to America’s school cafeterias for the first time in more than a decade. Schools participating in the USDA national school lunch and breakfast programs have not been permitted to serve whole milk since 2012, when they aimed to align school meal menus with Dietary Guidelines that proposed limiting fat consumption in children. The bill is expected to be signed into law by President Trump and will give schools the flexibility to offer flavored and unflavored organic or conventional whole, 2 percent, 1 percent, skim and lactose-free milk.

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Recent national polling shows 91 percent of parents serve their children whole or 2 percent milk at home, and 81 percent of them support legislation to reinstate these options in school meals. Recent scientific and medical research indicates that higher-fat milk consumption by children is associated with lower childhood obesity and other positive health outcomes. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act highlights health benefits, including better bone health, lower blood pressure, and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease or Type 2 diabetes. Since whole and 2 percent milk were banned from school meal menus more than a decade ago, school milk consumption and meal participation have declined; meaning children are consuming fewer essential nutrients.

The dairy industry is one of New York’s largest contributors to the agricultural economy, with nearly 3,000 dairy farms in New York that produce over 16.1 billion pounds of milk annually, making New York the nation’s fifth largest dairy state. Schools served nearly 4.9 billion lunches in 2024, with 85 percent of students choosing milk, and school milk accounts for nearly 8 percent of all fluid milk sales, making it a significant market driver. Senator Chuck Schumer announced the passage of the legislation, stating it will help bring more milk from Upstate NY dairy farms to school cafeterias across America. The legislation provides a meaningful outlet for dairy farmers while ensuring students have access to the nutritious milk options they prefer at home.

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By Francesca Coltrera A veritable avalanche of influencers, news headlines, and well-meaning friends and family offer conflicting advice on wellness. If you’re overwhelmed by fads and hype around wellness, read on. Dr. Wynne Armand, a primary care physician at Harvard-affiliated Mass General Brigham health care, recommends simple habits to boost health and wellness in everyday life. Quick fixes and fads may do little for our health, and some even prove harmful. Try to work healthy habits into your daily routines. If you’re a parent, sharing and modeling them can help children and teens embrace wellness, too. Bring mindfulness into your day Mindfulness and meditation are overlapping techniques proven to ease stress, improve sleep, and enhance concentration. “Anxiety and stress are very common issues in my practice,” says Armand. Worrying too often about the past or future is rarely helpful. The too-frequent release of stress hormones affects our heart, brain, and sleep, all of which have downstream consequences for our health. Practicing mindfulness — whether simply by appreciating birds and plants on a walk in green space, or using apps like Calm and Headspace — anchors you in the present moment. This can calm anxiety, improve focus and concentration, and amp up positive feelings. When applied to eating, mindfulness may help with weight loss by encouraging people to slow down to savor meals. Meditation knits together body and mind by focusing

on sensations, such as breathing, images, or a repeated word or phrase. One exercise that works equally well for adults and younger people is box breathing. The rhythmic pattern of breathing helps regulate the nervous system, reining in anxiety and stress, lowering heart rate and blood pressure, and boosting focus. The rhythmic pattern of breathing helps regulate the nervous system, reining in anxiety and stress, lowering heart rate and blood pressure, and boosting focus. Prioritize sleep Sleeping poorly can leave you feeling awful — snappish, foggy-headed, slow moving — and take a toll on your health over time. By contrast, getting sufficient, restful sleep supports the immune system, helps control weight, and aids physical well-being, mental well-being, memory, judgment,

Eat real, whole foods A wealth of evidence shows that diets rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes and pulses like lentils, peas, and beans, and minimally processed foods support longevity and vitality. Plant-based and plant-forward diets are better for our health: research links them to lower rates of heart disease, certain cancers, and chronic illnesses like diabetes and obesity. They’re better for the planet, too. Move more, sit less The hurry of life often short-circuits opportunities to be active. So, swap out the thought “What saves me time?” for a healthier one: “What keeps me mobile, flexible, and functioning well within my world?” Polishing off exercise requirements through a 30-minute block once daily is great, but you may reap even greater health benefits if you seek out ways to stay active throughout the day. Photo: Adopting a healthier way of life moves us beyond quick fixes and fads

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and other cognitive functions. It may even extend longevity. But how much sleep do you need? That varies with age and other factors: most adults need at least seven hours per night, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, sleep quality (a measure of refreshing, uninterrupted sleep versus tossing and turning) may be more important than nailing seven hours. And it’s worth noting that too much sleep — nine hours or more in one analysis of multiple studies — is linked to higher risk for early deaths, too. Be aware that sleep patterns and circadian rhythms that help rule sleep and wakefulness change over time. Good sleep hygiene can help. Tips include getting regular exercise, setting regular bedtime and wake-up times and turning off screens at least 30 minutes before going to bed.

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New Year’s is back at Island Park library By ABIGIAL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

The Island Park Public Library rang in the new year early with a daytime New Year’s Eve celebration, welcoming families for a morning filled with crafts, stories and music. Children and their caregivers took part in a variety of themed activities throughout the library. Attendees created wishing wands to share their hopes for the year ahead and designed festive party crowns. Families also explored the building during a New Year’s Eve-themed scavenger hunt. The celebration included a group story time circle featuring finger plays, stories and songs centered on the holiday. The morning concluded with a balloon drop followed by a dance party, giving children a chance to experience the excitement of the countdown in a family-friendly setting. The library began hosting daytime New Year’s programs in 2019, offering young children a chance to celebrate without staying up late. The event was paused for several years due to COVID-19 restrictions before returning this year. Children’s librarians Lauren Wallach and Teresa McCarthy, along with Head of Circulation Tina Gonzalez, started planning the event about six weeks in advance. Preparations included purchasing supplies, organizing the stories, songs and activities and promoting the program. Volunteers from Long Beach High School assisted library staff during the event. Library officials said programs like the daytime celebration help foster a welcoming atmosphere. “Infants, toddlers, children, parents and grandparents can all participate and all feel welcome in the library,” McCarthy said. “Most check out books and take advantage of other library resources while they’re here.” By hosting early celebrations, the library gives children the excitement of a New Year’s Eve countdown while allowing families to return home in time for afternoon naps.

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The NYE daytime party concluded with a balloon drop from the ceiling and a dance party which welcomed all attendees to join in.

Sophia Gold, 6, left, and Leni Pierre-Noel, 5, made wishing wands for New Year’s wishes at the Island Park Library’s daytime celebration on Dec. 31.

Volunteers from Long Beach High School assisted library staff in helping attendees create celebratory party crowns and wands.

Infants, toddlers, children, parents and grandparents enjoyed finger plays and songs, while also participating in a large story time circle at the library’s NYE party.

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Hearty Beef Stew with Roasted Vegetables

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New year, fresh flavors Your kitchen beckons By Karen Bloom

he holidays may be behind us, but winter’s cozy rhythm is in full force. January invites us to nest at home and gather in the kitchen, where comforting, flavorful dishes warm both body and spirit — and gently set the tone for healthier habits in the new year. It’s the perfect time to experiment “Top Chef”–style, playing with bold flavors and seasonal ingredients. After all, few pleasures rival a hearty, nourishing meal shared on a cold winter evening.

additional 1-2 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed. (If pasta is too dry, add reserved cooking water a tablespoon at a time.) Season with salt and pepper and serve garnished with Parmesan cheese and reserved bacon.

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• 1 cup cubed butternut squash • 1 cup cubed carrots • 1 cup cubed parsnips • 1 cup cubed sweet potatoes • 1 cup cubed onion • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided • 1 1/2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes • 3/4 cup chicken stock • 3 bay leaves • 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 cup dry red wine Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss vegetables with 1 tablespoon of the oil. Arrange in single layer on large baking sheet. Roast 20 minutes or until vegetables are golden brown. Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches. Return all beef to skillet. Add roasted vegetables, stock, wine, salt, pepper, thyme and bay leaves. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Fettucine with Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries A satisfying plate of pasta is especially welcoming on a cold winter day. • 4 slices bacon (approximately), cut into 1/2-inch pieces • 2 cups (about 12 ounces) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and vertically halved • 1 medium onion, sliced • 1 cup chicken broth • 1⁄4 cup dry vermouth • 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped • 6 ounces fettuccine (or another long pasta like spaghetti) • 2 ounces. Parmesan cheese, coarsely shredded • Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste Slowly cook bacon in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat until fat is rendered and bacon is crisp, about 7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; set bacon aside. Increase heat to medium-high, arrange Brussels sprouts cut-side down in the rendered bacon fat and cook, without stirring, until sprouts begin to crisp and brown on the cut face, about 2 minutes. Add the onion and toss to combine with the sprouts; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the broth, vermouth, and dried cranberries, scraping up any fond from the bottom of the skillet, and bring to a fast simmer. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the sprouts soften, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook the pasta until just al dente, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water. Transfer pasta to the skillet with the sprouts and liquid and toss continuously over medium-high heat for an

Hearty Beef Stew with Roasted Vegetables This classic stick-to-your-ribs stew is a terrific winter warmer-upper, served with a hearty bread or corn bread.

Rustic Roasted Winter Vegetable Chowder A rustic, flavorful soup can be flavorful centerpiece to healthy, satisfying meal. This filling soup is packed with vegetables. • 1/2 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch dice (about 2 cups) • 3 medium parsnips, peeled, cut into 1-inch dice (about 1 cup ) • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled, cut into 1-inch dice (about 1 cup) • 2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into 1-inch dice

(about 1 cup) • 1/2 fennel bulb, quartered & sliced thin (about 1 cup) • 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or coarse sea salt • 2 tablespoons plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided • 1 medium onion, diced (about 2 cups) • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 4 cups vegetable broth • 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4inch dice (about 2 cups) 4-5 fresh thyme sprigs • 1 cup milk or unsweetened plain almond milk • Additional salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste • More pepper and thyme leaves for garnish Heat oven to 400 F. In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash, parsnips, sweet potatoes, carrots, and fennel with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt. Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet and roast until tender and browned in places, about 40 minutes, turning a couple of times while roasting. While the veggies are roasting, prepare the base of the soup. To a large saucepan over low heat, add 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add the onion along with a pinch of salt and a bit of pepper, then cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in the vegetable broth. Add the potatoes and thyme. Bring to a boil over medium heat then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until potatoes are soft. Remove from heat. Pick out the thyme stems and discard. Stir in the roasted vegetables. Carefully transfer about 3 cups of the chowder to the pitcher of a blender. Puree until smooth. Return the pureed mixture to the pot and stir to combine. The soup should be thick, rich, and creamy. Stir in the milk. Place the pot back on the burner, and, with the heat on medium-low, return to a simmer, stirring often to prevent burning. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve garnished with an additional turn of cracked pepper and thyme leaves.

Hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” Yacht Rock Revue invites audiences on a nostalgic voyage through the melodies of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Since their humble beginnings in 2007, Atlanta, Ga.-based YRR has emerged as a pivotal figure in revitalizing yacht rock, sharing stages with icons and garnering a devoted following of “Anchorheads.” Inspired by soft rock’s golden era, the 10-piece band has mastered the art of recreating the breezy laid-back tunes that defined a generation. From the sun-kissed melodies of Steely Dan and Michael McDonald to Hall & Oates’ velvety harmonies, their repertoire spans beloved hits that evoke memories of palm trees, ocean breezes and carefree summers. But Yacht Rock Revue isn’t just a tribute band. Their original compositions are a modern ode to the genre, capturing the essence of those bygone days while infusing it with a fresh and invigorating twist.

Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 8-10, 8 p.m. $82, $60.25, $49.25 $37.25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

V is for Violet Families are welcome to Nassau County Museum of Art for a special storytime with children’s author Valerie Goldstein. During the interactive reading of her inspiring picture book “Violet’s Victory!”, young audiences will follow Violet — a determined girl with lavender hair — as she discovers her inner strength, perseverance as she chases her dreams. Violet wants to participate in Sports Day at her school. She walks with crutches for support, which she calls her “magic sticks.” Violet knows she will not be able to keep up with her classmates using crutches. Then she spots a purple handcycle! With determination and perseverance she participates in Sports Day. Every hue of purple is mentioned and makes for a perfect art connection. Following the reading, children and caregivers can meet the author during a book signing and participate in a handson craft inspired by Violet’s journey. Designed to spark imagination and open the door to meaningful conversations, the session celebrates resilience, self-belief and the joy of trying something new. Saturday, Jan. 10, 1:30-3 p.m. $20 adult, $10 members and children. Register at nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337.

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• Where: 50 W. Park Ave. • Time: 10 a.m-1 p.m., also Jan. 31, Feb. 14 and Feb. 28 • Contact: brighteyebeerco.com or (516) 543-5736

This adult music and entertainment program invites participants to showcase their talents at Long Beach Public Library West End. Participate in standup comedy, sketches, improv, music, singing, poetry or karaoke. Performances are limited to five minutes each. Hosted by librarian Ron Carroll.

Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out

Long Island Children’s Museum’s welcomes all to the opening of its new exhibit. Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out provides interactive experiences that help visitors learn about the important role emotions, memory and imagination play in our everyday lives. Hands-on and digital experiences focus on the five emotions featured in the film: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear. Kids learn to recognize emotions and explore ways that we express and manage our own emotions. With opening weekend activities to celebrate the arrival of this traveling exhibit.

• Where: 903 West Beech St. • Time: 7-8:30 p.m. • Contact: longbeachlibrary.org or (516) 432-7204

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Elated Eagles

Long Island Children’s Museum invites families to discover the mighty eagle. Since 1782, the bald eagle has been the United States’ national emblem and mascot. These amazing animals have an impressive wingspan of 7 feet and use their strong wings to soar 10,000 feet in the air. Come learn all about these majestic birds and make your own flying eagle craft in honor of National Save the Eagles Day. This is a drop-in program, free with admission. • Where: Museum Row, Garden City • Time: Noon-2 p.m. • Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

JAN

Pilates and Pints

Stretch, sip, and socialize. Visit Bright Eye Beer Co. for a fun combo of Pilates moves and craft pints in person! After you work up a sweat kick back with some pints and good vices. Whether you’re a Pilates pro or just curious, this event is all about balance — body and brews included! Come for the moves, stay for the laughs. $28.52 to attend, no refunds available. • Where: 50 W. Park Ave. • Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. • Contact: brighteyebeerco.com or (516) 543-5736

JAN

Winter Reading Challenge: We Love to Read a Latte!

Warm up this winter with a good book (or 5!) and join Long Beach Public Library’s Winter Reading Challenge. Grab a cup of reading inspiration and complete a coffee-themed bingo card to earn prizes and a chance to win a grand prize! Pick up your Winter Reading Club materials at the Adult Reference Desk. • Where: 5111 W. Park Ave. • Contact: longbeachlibrary.org or (516) 432-7201

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Paul Cornish Trio

Newly signed to Blue Note Records, Los Angeles-based pianist and composer Paul Cornish is making waves as one of the most innovative new voices in jazz. Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center, Tilles Center Atrium becomes an intimate lounge to showcase this exciting up-and-coming jazz talent. Cornish, who strives to inspire freedom and collaboration in his music and community, has performed extensively across the globe with such notable artists as Joshua Redman, Louis Cole, Mark Guiliana, and more. With Jonathan Pinson (drums) and Jermaine Paul (bass) he’ll perform selections from his Blue Note Records debut album “You’re Exaggerating. “ A Stanford Jazz Workshop alumnus, Cornish blends deep jazz roots with bold, forward-thinking vision, transforming tradition into an electrifying and inspiring musical journey. A standout talent from Houston’s renowned High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, Cornish went on to earn degrees from USC and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz at UCLA. Now a member of Joshua Redman’s band, he has toured the • Where: LIU Post campus, 720 world and was featured on Redman’s NPR Tiny Desk Concert. “Paul is one of the most Northern Blvd., Brookville innovative pianists to come along in quite a while,” says Blue Note President Don • Time: 7:30 p.m. Was. “He is the next purveyor of that hallowed legacy.” Don’t miss this opportunity to • Contact: tillescenter.org or witness Cornish’s extraordinary artistry and boundless creativity live. (516) 299-3100

JAN

Anthony Rodia Comedy Night

Come see Anthony Rodia take the comedy stage at Borelli’s Taproom. He performs new material from his special. Two item purchase is necessary, and a full dinner menu isbe available. • Where: 912 W. Beech St. • Time: borrellistaproom.com or (516) 705-8674

Ask the tech guy

Do you have questions about your computer or laptop? Want to learn more about Zoom, streaming movies, or downloading ebooks to your device? Join Long Beach Library’s Tech Guy, every Wednesday, to get answers to your pressing tech questions. • Where: 111 W. Park Ave. • Time: Ongoing Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. • Contact: longbeachlibrary.org

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organizers can plan accordingly. • Where: 903 West Beech St. • Time: 7-8 p.m. • Contact: longbeachlibrary.org or (516) 432-7204

Disney on ice Presents Mickey’s Search Party

Enjoy the magic of ‘Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party,’ an action-packed adventure filled with beloved characters, dazzling skating and immersive storytelling at UBS arena. Mickey and friends journey through exciting worlds as they search for clues, bringing the audience along for an unforgettable, highenergy experience. Perfect for all ages who love Disney magic on ice. • Where: 2400 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont • Time: 7 p.m., through Jan. 19, times vary. • Contact: ticketmaster.com

Bingo

Enjoy a fun-filled bingo session suitable for all ages, complete with friendly competition and prize opportunities at Long Beach Public Library West End. This event encourages family engagement and excitement for participants of all ages. Register in advance so

JAN

Comic showcase

Known for their elite brand of clever comedy, The Ivy League of Comedy visits the Madison Theatre. You’ve heard their brilliant comedic voices on late-night television and Comedy Central and on the club circuit. The lineup features Keith Alberstadt,

who’s playful personality radiates on stage. He mixes light-hearted sarcasm with a southern charm and has become a favorite at comedy clubs and theaters. Also Clayton Fletcher, who’s heard every day on Sirius/ XM Radio’s Laugh USA, Blue Collar Comedy, and Jamie Foxx’s Foxxhole stations. He has been featured on Hulu-TV’s “Comedy Brew,” MSNBC’s “Your Business,” ESPN’s “World Series of Poker,” and Comcast-TV’s “Who’s Laughing Now?” He allows us to see the world through the eyes of the son of a poker-playing mom and a jazz musician dad. And Jane Condon, mom of two boys, has been dubbed “an uppercrust Roseanne.” She loves to tell stories about her adventures (mostly survival tales) with her husband and kids. • Where: Madison Theatre, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

Winter Farmers Market

The market comes indoors for January and February at Bright Eye Beer Co. Come sip and shop your way through the colder months with an incredible lineup of local farmers, makers, food vendors, and small businesses you know and love. Grab a craft beer, stock up on local goodies, and support the community.

• Where: Museum Row, Garden City • Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

JAN

Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative March

The Martin Luther King Center, Inc. hosts its annual Commemorative March celebrating Dr. King’s life and legacy, beginning at Laurelton Boulevard and West Park Avenue and concluding at the MLK Center. A ceremony follow sat the Center, honoring his enduring impact. All are welcome to participate in this community event. • Where: Laurelton Boulevard and West Park Avenue • Time: 11:30 a.m. • Contact: longbeachny.gov

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Library Board meets

The West Hempstead Public Library Board of Trustees holds its monthly meeting. • Where: 500 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: whplibrary.org or (516) 481-6591

Having an event? Items on the Calendar page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to kbloom@liherald.com.

Minimum wage increase starts this month

LONG BEACH HERALD — January 8, 2026

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

New York state’s minimum wage increased on Jan. 1, marking the third straight year of increases. In New York City, Westchester and Long Island, the wage increased to $17 per hour, and in the rest of the state to $16 per hour. This adjustment of $.50 per hour is part of a planned series of increases, which will be indexed to inflation starting in 2027. “From the tip of Montauk to Niagara Falls, this increase reflects our promise to put money back in New Yorkers pockets and uplift our hard workers,” Gover nor Kathy Hochul said. “By continuing these investments and indexing wages to inflation, we’re ROBERtA REARDON making sure New Yorkers can Commissioner, keep up with rising costs by taking home more money.” New York State “As costs rise, wages must Department of Labor keep pace,” State Sen. Jessica Ramos, who represents parts of Queens and is chair of the committee on labor, said. “Indexing the minimum wage to inflation was not radical, it was responsible, and it’s how we make sure that work is rewarded with dignity today and in the years ahead.” The ability for the state to increase its minimum wages traces its roots back to a 2023 agreement between Hochul and the state legislature. Minimum

ith costs rising, this increase is crucial for workers looking to make ends meet.

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Minimum wage increased in New York for the third year in a row. The wage increased to $17 per hour, with the state looking to help workers make ends meet. wage was also boosted by $0.50 per hour in 2024 and 2025. Starting in 2027, the minimum wage will increase annually at a rate determined by the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers for the Northeast Region — the most accurate regional measure of inflation. The state’s Department of Labor is working to educate employers and employees about wage changes. It offers free education seminars to help employers better understand labor laws and ensure compliance.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE CO-OP APARTMENT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that pursuant to Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, STEPHAN G. MARCELIN, Auctioneer, JOHN WILLIAM O’KEEFE, Auctioneer, or TERENCE GEE, Auctioneer will sell at public auction with reserve to the highest bidder, on the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., security consisting of 220 shares of SEA BREEZE TOWN HOUSES OWNERS, INC., in the name of TIMOTHY KILGANNON, and all right, title and interest in and to a Proprietary Lease for Cooperative, located in a building known as and by the street address 165 EAST BROADWAY, UNIT 5B, LONG BEACH, NEW YORK 11561, between TIMOTHY KILGANNON as Lessee, and SEA BREEZE TOWN HOUSES OWNERS, INC., as Lessor. This sale is held to satisfy an indebtedness of the unpaid principal balance, interest, attorney fees, and advances through January 21, 2026, and to enforce the rights of the FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATOIN, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FREDDIE MAC SEASONED CREDIT RISK TRANSER TRUST, SERIES 2024-2, the “Secured Party”, arising under a Security Agreement dated MAY 9, 2017, executed by and between TIMOTHY KILGANNON and CLIFFCO, INC DBA CLIFFCO MORTGAGE BANKERS The Secured Party reserves the right to bid. The Co-op Apartment will be sold “AS IS”, subject to open common charges, and possession is to be obtained by the purchaser. DATED: December 19, 2025 Knuckles & Manfro, LLP Attorneys for SECURED PARTY 120 White Plains Road Suite 215 Tarrytown, NY 10591 (914) 345-3020 157610 PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE, FOR CARRINGTON MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006NC2 ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, Plaintiff AGAINST CHRIS MCMAHON A/K/A CHRISTOPHER MCMAHON, TAMMY MCMAHON A/K/A TAMMY A. MCMAHON, 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 February 3, 2026 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 139 Coronado Street, Atlantic Beach, NY 11509. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Atlantic Beach, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 58, Block: 12, Lot(s): 11, Lot Group 11-13 & Section: 58, Block: 12, Lot(s): 14, Lot Group 14-16. Approximate amount of judgment $233,831. 59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614704/2020. Peter L. Kramer, Esq., Referee Referee Phone Number: 516-510-4020 Tromberg, Miller, Morris & Partners, PLLC 39 Broadway, Suite 1250 New York, NY 10006 25-000509 88240 157525 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC., Plaintiff AGAINST MATTHEW CASALE, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 3, 2025, 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 February 2, 2026 at 2:30 PM, premises

known as 781 W Park Ave 105, Long Beach, NY 11561. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Long Beach, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 59 Block 250 Lot 143 Unit 105. Approximate amount of judgment $832,371.58 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #615411/2023. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Francis X. McQuade, Esq., R eferee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 23-000656 88046 157515

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, THE BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE LONG BEACH TOWNE HOUSE CONDOMINIUM, Plaintiff, vs. DEBRA INDICK A/K/A DEBRA INDECK, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 18, 2025, 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 10, 2026 at 3:30 p.m., premises known as 651 Shore Road, Unit 3B a/k/a 202, Long Beach, NY 11561. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Long Beach, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 59, Block 190 and Lot 255. Approximate amount of judgment is $8,200.26 plus interest and cost together with an undivided .055555 percent interest in the Common Elements. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 609094/2025. Paul L. Meli, Esq., Referee Berkman, Henoch, Peterson, & Peddy, P.C., 400 Garden City Plaza, Suite 320, Garden City, NY 11530,

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Writing with Dana LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 09/22/2025. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as an agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: Entity Protect Registered Agent Services LLC, 447 Broadway, 2nd Floor - #3000, New York, NY 10013 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 157726 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: EAST COAST SPIRITS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 08/06/2025. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as an agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 180 HUNNEWELL AVE ELMONT, NY 11003 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 157092 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-BNC3, Plaintiff, Against LYDIA LAMOUTH, et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 04/03/2019, 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 1/27/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 159 E Chester St, Long Beach, New York 11561, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot

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East Islip residents Allison Siegler, her husband and Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Labor, Delivery and Maternity staff celebrated the birth of James Siegler, the hospital’s first baby born in 2026 at 2:53 a.m., weighing five pounds, 15 ounces.

First baby of 2026 born at Mount Sinai South Nassau Mount Sinai South Nassau (MSSN) welcomed its first baby of 2026 in the early hours of New Year’s Day with the arrival of James Siegler, born at 2:53 a.m. to East Islip residents Allison Siegler and her husband. James was born just hours into the new year, weighing 5 pounds, 15 ounces. His arrival marked a celebratory milestone at the Oceanside hospital, as staff from the Labor, Delivery and Maternity unit gathered to commemorate the first newborn of 2026. The hospital traditionally recognizes the first baby born of the year as a moment to celebrate new beginnings. Nurses, physicians and maternity staff joined the Siegler family in welcoming James, offering congratulations and well wishes as the new parents began their journey. Mount Sinai South Nassau’s materni-

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Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Brian Davis, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 11/19/2025 File Number: 560-2175 CA 157482

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my Goodman, an intrepid journalist and a Long Island native, explained after a recent screening of a documentary about her that she is “committed to independent media being the oxygen to a democratic society.” The documentary “Steal This Story, Please!” had its premier at the DC/DOX film festival in Washington, D.C., in June, and has been shown at other film festivals, at which it has also received awards. And now she was “here on Long Island!” she exclaimed after kArl the documentary grossmAn was featured last month as the opening-night presentation of the Hamptons Doc Fest. Being on Long Island was “really a thrill,” Goodman said following the showing at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor. She is a 1975 Bay Shore High School graduate, and after graduating from Harvard with an anthropology degree, she went to work at WBAI, the listener-sponsored radio station in New York City, part of the Pacifica network. It was there that Goodman co-founded and became — and still is — host and

executive producer of “Democracy Now!” It began as a radio program, and subsequently expanded to television, too. Goodman has not only been a journalist on radio and TV, but has authored or co-authored books including “Standing Up to the Madness,” “The Exception to the Rulers,” “The Silenced Majority” and “Democracy Now! Twenty Years Covering the Movements Changing America,” published in 2017. As the website for it then related: “In 1996 Amy Goodman began hosting a show on Pacifica Radio called Democracy Now! to focus on the issues and movements that are too often ignored by the corporate media. Today Democracy Now! is the largest public media collaboration in the U.S., broadcasting on over 1,400 public television and radio stations around the world, with millions accessing it online at democracynow.org.” A documentary is different than a book. I’ve authored books and also written and presented documentaries, and as a journalism professor at SUNY Old Westbury, I taught for years a course called “Documentary: Theories and Techniques.” As John Grierson, the Scottish filmmaker credited with coining the term “documentary” in 1926, explained, a documentary focuses on an “actuality”

— capturing and showcasing the real-life issues of real people, with the “original” people involved, and “original” scenes, conveying a truer picture of reality, he felt, than actors and a set could provide. That’s what the documentary about Goodman does. It starts with her trying to question Wells Griffith, the representative of the first Trump administration at a 2018 United Nations climate conference in Poland. She asks Griffith about President Trump’s claim that climate change is a hoax. Griffith scrambles away up a series of stairways, with Goodman keeping up, and charges her with “harassment.” “A reporter asking you a question,” Goodman responds, “is not harassment.” The documentary then shifts to Goodman’s reporting on the 1991 killing of more than 200 independence protesters in East Timor by Indonesian troops, and shows her and fellow journalist Allan Nairn badly beaten. It includes her arrest, with other journalists, in a police sweep of an anti-war demonstration at the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn. It presents scenes of Goodman covering Native Americans in Standing Rock, N.D., in 2017, protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline, which brought with it

his 1975 Bay Shore High grad is seen and heard by millions on public media.

the threat of oil spills that could contaminate the Missouri River and the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation’s water supply, as Goodman faced arrest. These are just some of the elements of “Steal This Story, Please!” The archival footage illuminates. The directing, by Carl Deal and Tia Lessin, is superb. The words of Goodman running through it are eloquent. Here’s the description of the documentary in the Hamptons Doc Fest program: “Undeterred by armed soldiers, smooth-talking politicians and riot police, journalist Amy Goodman has reported some of the most consequential stories of our time. ‘Steal This Story, Please!’ is a gripping portrait of Amy, the trailblazer whose unwavering commitment to truth-telling spans three decades of turbulent history. The film is both a call to action and a celebration of resistance, posing the question: What happens to democracy when the press surrenders to power?” In kicking off the 18th year of the Hamptons Doc Fest with the documentary about Goodman, Jacqui Lofaro, the festival’s founder and executive director, spoke of “journalism’s vital role in revealing truth.” Carl Grossman has been an investigative reporter in a variety of media for more than 50 years. He is a professor of journalism at the State University of New York at Old Westbury.

The arts on Long Island are for you

he arts — literature, music, drama, painting, sculpture — form a narrative that helps explain the origins and promises of a society. The arts help us explore our history and imagine our future. While Long Island is well known for health sciences and aerospace technology, it is also a major home for culture — the arts and artists. Think of Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner, F. Scott Fitzgerald and “The Great Gatsby,” Stanford White and the Gold Coast, Harry Chapin, Chuck D roBErT A. and Public Enemy, Adelphi sCoTT Professor Paul Moravec’s Pulitzer Prize for Music, Billy Joel and countless others. We are fortunate to have the Long Island Arts Alliance, a regional arts service organization dedicated to strengthening the arts and arts education across Nassau and Suffolk counties. It does this through advocacy for private and public funding, research into best practices and innovations, programming for people of all ages as well as for performance and

recognition, and promoting collaboration across sectors. LIAA partnered with the Center for an Urban Future to report on the condition of the arts and arts education on Long Island. The report, “Sustaining Long Island’s Creative Spark,” offers important insights. Among them are: ■ Arts and culture employment on Long Island grew 21.8 percent from 2014 to 2024, more than five times the region’s overall job growth.

received about 3.2 percent of awards. Yet Long Island is home to 15 percent of New York’s population. In addition, grants to Long Island arts organizations were about 21 percent lower than the statewide average. So Long Island not only receives a small share of the total; it also receives smaller average awards than the rest of the state. The size of grants to Long Island artists, however, increased about 375 percent over 2024. This reflects a small but targeted pilot program that LIAA ran this year. It acted as a fiscal sponsor and outreach coordinator, met one-on-one with artists, reviewed proposals, and helped first-time applicants navigate the process. LIAA submitted 14 artist applications; nine were funded, and all nine were first-time state grant recipients. The pattern is clear: when Long Island has the support and infrastructure to compete, it can bring in substantially more state funding. Without that support, the region continues to be underrepresented. LIAA is now advocating for Nassau and Suffolk to seed a Long Island grants

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■ Long Island’s resident artist and design workforce increased to over 10,500, even as the under-65 population declined.

■ Nonprofit arts and culture organizations generate $330 million in annual economic activity on Long Island, supporting 4,905 jobs and $81 million in tax revenue for local, state and federal governments. The center found that Long Island’s arts sector is performing at a high level, but state funding lags. For example, Long Island received about 2.5 percent of the total grant funding awarded, and

academy for the arts. The goal is to build a reliable, long-term pipeline of grant-ready organizations and artists so the region finally gets its fair share of state and federal arts funding. The proposed academy would provide training and coaching for artists and small or midsized nonprofits; offer shared tools, templates and guidance for preparing competitive applications; and deliver cohort-based workshops and one-on-one support tied to the New York State Council on the Arts and other public funds. LIAA is seeking an initial investment of $50,000 from each county to scale this model. The results to date suggest that even this modest local investment can unlock hundreds of thousands of additional state dollars for Long Island’s creative sector. To date, more than 50 organizations and individual artists have indicated support for the grants academy concept. LIAA will continue to advocate for this resource at the county and state level. It is imperative to step up advocacy for Long Island arts, and essential for the LIAA to expand its influence in promoting the value of culture to the community. Robert Scott is president emeritus of Adelphi University and the author of “How University Boards Work.”

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Without January pressure, change works better

very January, we perform the same ritual. We draw a hard line between who we were and who we intend to become, armed with resolutions that sound decisive and hopeful: lose 20 pounds, save more money, finally become more disciplined. And yet, by February, or sooner, many of these goals quietly dissolve. This isn’t a personal failure. It’s a structural one. Traditional goal-setting asks too much of willpower and too little of reality. It assumes that motivation is stable, that life will cooperate, and that change happens neatly within arbitrary timelines. Behavioral research consistently shows the opposite. Willpower fluctuates. Stress, fatigue and unexpected events derail even the most sincere intentions. A goal like “exercise five times a week” collapses the moment work runs late, a child gets sick or winter motivation disappears. The problem isn’t laziness; it’s designing change by focusing on outcomes instead of behavior. Consider the familiar stories of those who set weight-loss goals. For weeks they follow strict rules, track every calorie and push through workouts fueled by January enthusiasm. Then, when the scale stalls or life intervenes, frustration sets in. The goal becomes a source of shame rather than support, and quitting feels inevitable. Contrast this with someone who

builds a simple system instead: walking for 20 minutes after dinner, cooking the same three nourishing meals during the week, keeping snacks visible and convenient. No dramatic target, no deadline, just repeatable behaviors that fit real life. One approach relies on intensity; the other relies on design. The same pattern shows up at work. Professionals set ambitious annual targets — revenue milestones by the third quarter, promotion by December — tying their sense of progress to metrics largely outside their control. When external conditions change, motivation craters. A systems-based approach looks different: a weekly ritual of deep work, a monthly feedback loop, a principle of saying no to low-leverage tasks. These don’t guarantee a promotion, but they dramatically increase clarity, energy and long-term momentum. What replaces resolutions isn’t a lowering of ambition; it’s a smarter framework. Instead of obsessing over outcomes or focusing on inputs, what’s important are the actions you can show up for even on imperfect days. Instead of intensity, prioritize consistency. Ten minutes completed daily beats an hour attempted sporadically. Instead of perfection, build adaptability. Systems that can bend won’t break when life gets messy. This reframing also forces us to rethink what progress means. In 2026, progress doesn’t look like constant

acceleration or public metrics that reward burnout. It looks like sustainability. It looks like habits that support physical and mental health, boundaries that protect attention, and routines that make good choices easier over time. Progress is waking up with less dread. It’s energy that lasts past Wednesday. It’s the ability to course-correct without starting over. The myth of the January fresh start persists because it’s comforting. It promises a clean slate, a dramatic reset. But meaningful change rarely respects the calendar. People quit smoking on random Tuesdays. They start therapy after breaking points, not countdowns. They rebuild routines in April, September or the middle of a chaotic week. When we tie improvement to a date, we also tie failure to missing it. A healthier approach is permissionbased rather than deadline-driven. You can begin again at any point. You can adjust systems without declaring them broken. You can measure progress by how supported you feel, not how perfect your execution looks. This January doesn’t need another list of resolutions destined to expire. It can be a moment to design a life that works beyond motivation — one built on systems, rituals and principles that make showing up easier than giving up. For those tired of trying harder and ready to live better, that shift changes everything.

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t shouldn’t be necessary to say this: Every day that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. remains in charge of America’s public health system, the health of every American is at greater risk. The Department of Health and Human Services exists to protect Americans from disease, contamination and preventable death. It depends on science, expertise and public trust. RFK Jr., now its secretary, has long questioned the scientific consensus on vaccines and other core publichealth tools. The tension between those views and mICHaeL the mission of HHS isn’t theoretiBLITZ cal; it is immediate and consequential. HHS oversees vaccines, food and drug safety, disease surveillance, medical research, and emergency health responses. Much of its work happens quietly, noticed only when it fails. Its effectiveness rests on credibility: the public’s confidence that health guidance is grounded in evidence rather than ideology. That confidence is harder to sustain when the agency’s leader has built a public profile on skepticism toward established science. For years Kennedy has worked not

simply to question specific vaccines or treatments, but to cast doubt on the scientific enterprise itself — on research, on data and on the idea that fact-based medicine should guide health care decisions. He regularly portrays medical science as suspect, and institutions built on evidence as fundamentally untrustworthy. Those claims, long rejected by scientists and physicians, once lived at the fringes of public discourse. They now carry institutional weight — not because they have become more credible, but because leadership determines which facts are defended, which expertise is respected and which truths are allowed to blur into doubt. This matters because vaccine skepticism isn’t an intellectual exercise; it is a public health failure in slow motion. Declining vaccination rates are directly tied to the return of diseases once considered under control. Measles outbreaks are no longer theoretical; they are occurring now. When the HHS secretary consistently undermines confidence in science itself, the signal to the public is destabilizing: Evidence is optional, expertise is suspect, and facts are just other opinions. Parents are left navigating fear and misinformation instead of receiving clear guidance, and the consequences fall most heavily on children

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and vulnerable communities. This is what irresponsible, reckless anti-science posturing looks like when it moves from rhetoric to governance. The greatest risk of RFK Jr.’s leadership isn’t dramatic upheaval. Public health rarely unravels overnight. More often, it weakens gradually. Guidance becomes less decisive. Research is second-guessed in ways that stall action rather than improve it. Fringe ideas receive attention in the name of balance. The result is delay — and in public health, delay costs lives. The administration’s decision to put Kennedy in charge of HHS reflects a troubling willingness to treat scientific expertise as negotiable. HHS was created because societies learned, often through painful experience, that coordinated, evidence-based action saves lives. Undermining that foundation doesn’t lead to better outcomes; it invites preventable harm. That harm will not be shared equally. Children, the elderly, the immunocompromised, and communities with limited access to care are always the most vulnerable when public health falters. Doctors and nurses will confront illnesses they shouldn’t be seeing. Hospitals will absorb the strain. Families will bear the consequences of uncertainty that should never have existed.

he greatest risk of RFK Jr.’s leadership isn’t dramatic upheaval. It’s a weakening.

Kennedy frequently presents himself as an advocate for children and health. But protecting children requires more than questioning authority; it requires responsibility. It requires clear communication, respect for evidence, and a willingness to act decisively in the face of risk. Confusion isn’t empowerment, and skepticism isn’t a substitute for leadership. Viruses and bacteria don’t respond to debate. They exploit hesitation and mistrust. History makes this painfully clear: Public health failures occur not because science is wrong, but because leaders choose not to rely on it. RFK Jr.’s tenure at HHS is already reshaping how Americans think about health guidance at a time when trust is fragile and the stakes are high. The likely outcomes — more preventable illness, more avoidable death and deeper public confusion — aren’t matters of opinion. They are the foreseeable results of weakening the bond between science and policy. Government has many responsibilities, but one should be beyond dispute: to protect the public using the best knowledge available. Anything less risks turning one of the nation’s most important health institutions into something it was never meant to be — an experiment whose costs are paid in human lives. Michael Blitz is professor emeritus of interdisciplinary studies at the City University of New York’s John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

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