Long Beach Herald 07-23-2026

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ed eaton served as Long Beach city manager for nearly 25 years in three separate terms from the 1980s to the 2000s. the policies he enacted pulled the city out of finanical trouble.

Ed Eaton, city manager for nearly 25 years, dies at 83

By CHRIS ColuCCI ccolucci@liherald.com

“There was a big election in Long Beach in 1979,” former City Councilman Roy Tepper recalled. “A coalition government with Republicans and Democrats was elected. The city was at a low point then. But in January of 1980, when they took office, everything really changed when they hired Ed as city manager.”

Tepper was referring to Ed Eaton, who went on to serve as city manager for nearly 25 years in three separate terms, from 1980 to 1999, briefly in 2001, and once more from 2006 until he retired in 2008.

Eaton died on July 16, at age 83, after a long illness.

In a 2015 interview with the Herald, Eaton described the early 1980s as the period of his career he was most proud of. “To me, it was the best of times,” he said. “Because [for] four or five years there, all of the efforts were going toward saving the town, and not party politics.”

When he first became city manager, Long Beach was in the midst of a significant financial crisis that had begun over a decade earlier. In 1980 the city earned all of $20,000 on its investments. Just two years later, after Eaton helped to implement a range of fiscal

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Lions celebrate a century of service in L.B.

By CHRIS ColuCCI ccolucci@liherald.com

The City of Long Beach was founded in 1922. Just a few years later, what would become one of its longest-operating civic organizations — the Long Beach Lions Club — was established, and it has continued to contribute to the residents of Long Beach, Island Park and the surrounding areas for the past century.

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Last Saturday, more than 200 people gathered at the Lawrence Yacht and Country Club, in Lawrence, to join the Lions for their centennial celebration, marking the club’s founding in 1926 and its 100 years of charitable service since then.

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“The Lions Club helped build the first library in Long Beach,” recently elected District Governor Michael Robinson noted. “We also supported the hospital when it was there — over a million dollars given to Long Beach Medical Center over the years,” Robinson

“They’ve done a lot of good for the city, a lot of good for the community,” City Manager Daniel Creighton said of the Lions. “It’s amazing. I think they’ve done great things.” Club President Allen Schwartz reminded the audience of the organization’s continuing impact on the community: offering scholarships to area students; an annual pre-Thanksgiving food drive at local supermarkets, which has helped nearly 500 families; and one of its most significant fundraisers — teaming up with the Smithtownbased Guide Dog Foundation to sponsor nearly 90 guide dogs and service dogs to help veterans and blind or visually impaired people.

“We breed, raise, train and place our dogs. Their funds go towards all of that,” Donna Continued on page 10

Shark sighting confirmed at Lido Beach

By CHRIS COLUCCI ccolucci@liherald.com

Around 11:30 a.m. last Thursday, minutes after Town of Hempstead Supervisor John Ferretti announced an initiative to increase equipment for the town’s Shark Patrol, local beaches at Lido, Point Lookout, Malibu and Nickerson were shut down after a shark was seen off the coast. The beaches were closed for roughly an hour after the confirmed sighting. No injuries were reported. The shark’s size and species could not be confirmed.

Eastern sections of Ocean Beach Park, located west of the incident, were temporarily closed. Lifeguards used Jet Skis to search the area and ensure security before eventually reopening access to the beach.

Town lifeguards spotted the shark and beachgoers were quickly pulled from the water, including an ongoing surf lesson with instructors and students from Camp ANCHOR. The Shark Patrol followed protocol, with a lifeguard patrolling the water in a Jet Ski while drone operator Andrew O’Brien, a town lifeguard since 1996, monitored the area from overhead. The shark was initially reported to be heading west but was not spotted again.

Lynne Smith, a current resident of Charlotte, NC, grew up in the area and

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Town of Hempstead Supervisor John Ferretti, at podium, was joined by Legislator Kayla Knight, left, Town Clerk Kate Murray and Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby to announce a $10,000 grant from the Nassau County Public Safety Committee.

was visiting family in Lido Beach. Smith was sitting beachfront, unconcerned and unbothered by the shark sighting. “We always vacationed in the

Outer Banks with the kids when they were young, so you would always hear about sharks.”

Smith noticed the lifeguards’ urgent

activity, setting up red flags and pulling swimmers from the water, and asked if there was a riptide concern. “They said, ‘No, active marine life.’” She explained. “We saw the helicopter going. And the birds did get very active around here.”

At the news conference earlier in the day, Ferretti said that Rockaway Beach, located roughly 10 miles west of Lido Beach, has reported 23 shark sightings in the past eight weeks — 16 of those sightings happening just this month. On July 2, a shark was spotted in Lido Beach, with a confirmed shark bite taking place at Jones Beach the following day.

“Every morning, before our beaches open to the public, town lifeguards sweep the waters with a drone equipped with thermal and infrared technology,” Ferretti explained. “Our lifeguards are among the best trained professionals anywhere in the country, and they remain alert through every minute of beach operations.”

During the news conference, Ferretti explained that Nassau County Legislator Kayla Knight secured a $10,000 grant through the Nassau County Public Safety Committee. The funds are intended to be used to bolster the towns Shark Patrol by adding supplemental equipment, such as drones or an additional Jet Ski. The County Legislature is expected to vote on the grant’s status in their next session on Monday.

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Waterfront Warriors return for run and parade

The Waterfront Warriors of Long Beach held their annual 5K race last Sunday morning, followed by a parade down Beach Street, from Ohio Avenue to New York Avenue, with a community barbecue at Long Beach Catholic School to finish off the allday event.

“The 5K race was great, the barbecue was great and the parade was great,” Waterfront Warriors President Gerald Snell said. “It was a beautiful turnout by the people of Long Beach.”

The Waterfront Warriors’ main mission is to honor veterans and their families, providing aid and assistance where they can. The Long Beach Waterfront Warriors brings ill and injured veterans and their families to Long Beach for a relaxing vacation to enjoy a variety of local activities, from fishing to surfing to simply enjoying the iconic boardwalk. They also provide assistance to veterans hospitals and other institutions.

Through donations and fundraisers, the Waterfront Warriors are able to provide transportation, lodging and meals to the veterans in their program. Through special beach and ocean activities, the Waterfront Warriors bring families together allowing them to spend time with their loved ones with a temporary reprieve from the stresses of recovery.

“In Long Beach, tons of people volunteer their time for many causes,” Snell said. “There’s plenty of people in Long Beach that are almost compelled to help these charities and help people in the neighborhood.”

The afternoon parade brought people together from throughout the town, including the Long Beach City Council and local legislators, and included a special flyover by the Nassau County Police Department. Local firetrucks; motorcycle packs, including the FDNY Fire Riders; and vehicles from the 34.3 Foundation — dedicated to the FDNY crews lost on 9/11 — all took part in the street takeover.

“It’s an uplifting event,” Snell stated. “It shows the spirit of the city of Long Beach. There are tons of charities and the whole community comes out for all of them. You can see it at all these events as the people come out to participate and volunteer to help.”

–Wesley Schnell

Bob Arkow/Herald photos

Long Beach City Councilman George Ennis, fourth from left, walked as a flagbearer with the color guard. City Council members also joined in walking the parade route.

Local Lilly Calabrese was all set to cheer on the Waterfront Warriors.

A number of Long Beach Fire Department firetrucks participated in the parade. FDNY vehicles and members also took part.

Service veterans led the start of the parade down Beech Avenue.

A veteran at the parade was welcomed with a full salute from the Waterfront Warriors’ honor guard.

OBITUARY

Trudi Bernstein

Gertrude (Trudi) Bernstein passed away on July 17, 2026 at her home in Lido Beach at the age of 100. She was born on June 28, 1926 in Brooklyn, NY to Sayde and Abraham Silberman. Trudi attended Erasmus Hall High School, where she was elected Vice President of her class. She moved with her husband Richard Bernstein to Long Beach in 1947, then to Lido in 1960. Trudi jumped into civic activities immediately, joining Temple Emanuel, where she was president of the Sisterhood, served as president of the Long Beach chapter of the League of Women Voters, and initiated “rap” groups on current events at JASA, the Grandell, and other locations. She supported the Long Beach Historical Society and single-handedly convinced Long Beach Hospital to purchase its first mammography machine. For many years, Trudi taught GED and ESL at the Adult Learning Center. She loved to travel and was a life-long Jeopardy fan.  Above all, Trudi will be remembered for her kindness, laughter, and curiosity. Trudi is survived by her children Barbara Bernstein, Fran Bernstein (Michael), and Bill Bernstein (Jodi); grandchildren Rebecca Shaffer (Andrew), Alex Bodaken (Clara), Jaime Bernstein, and Tyler Bernstein; and great grandchildren Emily and Jack Shaffer. A memorial service will be held this Sunday, July 26, 3:00 pm at Guttermans Funeral Home, 175 N Long Beach Rd, Rockville Center. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Planned Parenthood or Doctors Without Borders in Trudi’s memory.

Skudin Surf donates rescue boards to L.B. Lifeguards

Asset Protection is Inheritance Protection

Two overriding questions govern your choices in an elder law estate plan. First, what will happen to your assets when you pass away? Second, what will happen to your assets if you need long-term care? A comprehensive plan covers both issues. You must protect assets from going to long-term care costs so that the assets may transfer to your beneficiaries instead.

Plan A, and the best protection from long-term care costs, is long-term care insurance. Factors to consider include the daily benefit amount and an inflation rider that keeps pace with the increasing cost of nursing homes. Long-term care insurance also pays for home health aides, which allows you to “age in place,” rather than go to a facility.

If you don’t have, or cannot get, longterm care insurance, Plan B is the Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT). Assets that have been in the MAPT for a minimum of five years are protected from nursing home costs and immediately for home care, for

which there is currently no waiting period.

Consider the use of trusts, as opposed to wills, to avoid probate, a court proceeding that occurs when you die with assets in your name alone. It is also much easier to contest a will than a trust. If you are disinheriting a child, it makes sense to use a trust to avoid potential litigation. Generally, trusts save time and money in settling your estate.

You may want to leave your assets to your children in their own Inheritance Protection Trusts, rather than as outright distributions. These trusts protect the inheritance from your children’s divorces, and, when the child passes away, the inheritance goes to your grandchildren, not to your son-in-law or daughter-in-law.

To sum up, an elder law estate plan (1) protects assets from the costs of long-term care, (2) passes assets to your heirs, with the least amount of taxes and legal fees possible, and (3) keeps assets in the bloodline for your grandchildren, and (4) protects the inheritance from your children’s divorces.

ETTINGER LAW FIRM

By CHRIS COLUCCI ccolucci@liherald.com

Earlier this week, the Long Beach Lifeguards unveiled a donation of 10-foot and nine-foot rescue boards from Skudin Surf. Each board is equipped with a perimeter of handgrips, to more easily help swimmers in need.

Each board is specifically dedicated to the memory of a Long Beach Lifeguard. The memorialized lifeguards include Captain Bernie Beirne, Michael Berube, Sherman Brown, Ray Ellmer, Gerrin Hagen, Michael Kiefer, Josh Krauss, Teague Murphy, John Nash, Assistant Chief George Schilling and Richard Wagner.

Long Beach Chief of Lifeguards Rich Borawski clarified that the surfboards can allow fast response to potential victims that may be beyond a straightforward swimming distance. The boards will be divided across the entire beachfront to abide by county guidelines. “We have to have a surfboard, by Nassau County Board of Health regulations, on every other beach,” Borawski explained. “We have eight beaches, so

four beaches have a surfboard on it.”

The City Council first announced the donation at the July 7 city council meeting, where City Manager Dan Creighton noted the Skudin’s charitable history, saying, “I would like to personally thank the Skudins for their ongoing legacy of generosity to the lifeguard patrol and the Çity at large.”

The rescue boards are the latest in this year’s bolstering of lifeguard equipment. Earlier this year, the department purchased two new WaveRunners to support water-based patrol operations. At the City Council meeting earlier this week, the council approved the purchase of four new ATVs for land-based transportation and rescues.

The Skudins remain as active as ever in the beach community, hosting free Bands on the Boards concerts on the boardwalk every Monday night through the summer, in support of the Atty Lu Foundation. Last week, Skudin Surf held an adaptive surf lesson for participants from the Helen Keller National Center, using their expertise to help deaf-blind young adults enjoy riding the waves.

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Each specialized rescue board is dedicated to the memory of a Long Beach Lifeguard.

WITHIN OUR WALLS: THE ART SERIES

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Now on view at our Long Beach office, this installation features the work of Modern Expressionist Mitchell Rodbell.

All works are available for purchase. All are welcome.

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L.I. Ducks look different for second half

By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

The Long Island Ducks pitching staff has a much different look for the second half of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball season.

Both ace Trevor Bauer and standout closer Ramon Santos had their contracts purchased by Mexican League franchises, leaving Long Island without its most accomplished and impressive arms but not without optimism.

“We’re very happy for Trevor and Ramon,” Ducks manager Lew Ford said. “They were great for us and earned new opportunities. But we’re doing a lot of good things here. We led the league in homers and ERA in the first half, so we feel pretty good about where we’re at.”

Bauer became not only the face of the Ducks (37-26 in first half for second place in the North Division, including 21-12 at home) but the entire Atlantic League in his abbreviated stint. The former MLB star posted a 5-1 record with a 2.36 ERA and 66 strikeouts to just seven walks in 42 innings of work across seven starts.

“I want to thank the Long Island Ducks organization for giving me the opportunity to be part of the team,” said Bauer, who rejoined his 2024 club, Diablos Rojos, June 22. “I’d also like to thank my teammates, the coaching staff, the clubhouse staff, and everyone behind the scenes who made my time here so enjoyable,” he added. “The support from the fans and the Long Island community has been truly special. We had sold-out crowds at home, packed stadiums on the road, and fans traveling from all over the Northeast just to come watch me pitch.”

Highlighting his stay on Long Island, Bauer fired a no-hitter April 26 at Lancaster and followed with a franchise record 15 strikeouts in a May 12 outing versus Gastonia.

“Trevor exceeded every expectation during his time with the Ducks,” team president Michael Pfaff said. “From his dominance on the mound to his commitment to fans and support of our organization, he made a tremendous impact both on and off the field.”

Five days after Bauer’s departure, Santos was signed by Saraperos de Saltillo. Santos appeared in 18 games this season, totaling an Atlantic League best nine saves with 0.95 ERA and 42 strikeouts across 19 innings.

Ford said Rafael Kelly, who starred in late innings for Hagerstown last season, will take over the closer’s role. The starting rotation is young and talented with Ryan Cardona, Tanner Jacobson, Michael Dominguez and Julian Minaya. In just the third start of his professional career July 3, Jacobson got the second half started with a buzz by tak-

ing a no-hitter into the ninth inning of an 8-0 victory over Hagerstown.

The Ducks had a league-best 4.82 ERA in the first half and a run differential of plus-117.

The offense blasted 96 homers, also tops in the league, led by 16 from Jacob Robson and 11 apiece from Jorge Bonafacio and Marcus Chiu. Those three along with Gavin Collins all drove in at least 40 runs in the first half as well. Alsander Womack banged out 75 hits after ranking third in the Atlantic League in 2025 with Charleston.

“This is my fourth season in independent ball and every year whatever team I’ve been on has lost good players,” said Robson, a first-year member of the organization who reached the majors in 2021 with the Detroit Tigers. “We have a great clubhouse here and I feel we have

a lot more in the tank,” he added.”

Ford is also counting on the return of key position players Chris Roller, who leads off, and Anthony Garcia from the injured list to make a difference in the second half as the Ducks chase a playoff berth.

The Ducks set a franchise record July 12 with a dozen stolen bases in a 4-3 win over Charleston. Long Island won eight of its first 11 games to begin the season’s second half on a heater.

“I’m always confident,” Ford said. “We’ve got a good team and we’re here to win.”

Photos courtesy Long Island Ducks

The Ducks led the Atlantic League in run differential in the first half at plus-117.

Former MLB star pitcher Trevor Bauer left his mark on Long Island with a 5-1 record, including a no-hitter.

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Growing the legacy at Maidenbaum & Madmon

By MELISSA BERMAN mberman@liherald.com

After more than a year of planning, one of Nassau County’s best-known property tax law firms has officially entered a new era.

Maidenbaum & Sternberg LLP has been renamed Maidenbaum & Madmon LLP, recognizing Managing Partner Amy Madmon’s leadership while reaffirming the firm’s commitment to the clients it has served for decades.

The change became official this month after paperwork was filed with New York state. Firm leaders emphasized that while the name is changing, the attorneys, staff and client-focused approach remain the same.

“It’s exciting and nerve-racking at the same time,” Madmon said. “...We’re excited to officially move forward, but we also want our clients to know that their team is still their team.”

Madmon joined the firm in 2006, after spending two summers as a legal intern. She became managing partner six years ago, and oversees day-to-day operations for a staff of nearly 60 employees while helping guide tens of thousands of Nassau County homeowners through the property tax grievance process each year.

Madmon has spearheaded major technological improvements, including electronic client enrollment, online cli-

ent portals and modernized internal operations. She also developed a streamlined transition program for homebuyers and sellers that helps ensure that property tax savings are properly allocated during real estate transactions.

The firm’s founder, Shalom Maidenbaum, said the name change simply reflects the leadership role Madmon has already been fulfilling. “She’s been responsible for the transition, the growth, our entry into the digital age

and even the A.I. age,” Maidenbaum said. “Now it’s time to put her name on the banner.”

He stressed that the firm wants existing clients to feel reassured that the transition will be seamless. “Amy has already been running operations for the past several years,” Maidenbaum said. “We want our clients to know that nothing is changing in terms of the quality of representation they receive.”

Much of the planning over the past year focused on ensuring that clients

would understand that the firm’s attorneys and staff remain in place. As part of the transition, longtime Partner Ilyse Gellar Sternberg will remain actively involved with clients, particularly those in the firm’s commercial tax practice, while gradually transitioning internal leadership responsibilities.

“We wanted to make very clear that she’s still part of the firm,” Maidenbaum said of Gellar Sternberg. “She’s still working with clients every day.”

The firm, which has earned a reputation as a leader in Nassau County property tax reduction, has also been at the forefront of taxpayer advocacy through several significant legal victories protecting homeowners’ rights to challenge property tax assessments.

“Our goal is continuing to elevate the status quo,” Madmon said. “Our clients come first, and they should feel comfortable knowing the same attorneys, the same staff and the same commitment to service are here.”

For Maidenbaum, adding Madmon’s name to the firm’s masthead recognizes not only her two decades of dedication but also the future of the business.

“I sleep well at night knowing Amy is at the helm,” he said. “She is a consummate professional who will continue our tradition of aggressively representing taxpayers while maintaining the personal touch our clients have always expected.”

Photos courtesy Jake Ascher

Shalom Maidenbaum has renamed Maidenbaum & Sternberg LLP, which is now Maidenbaum & Madmon LLP, recognizing Managing Partner Amy Madmon.

Lions Club honors local families at centennial

DeSivo, the major gifts officer for the Guide Dog Foundation, said of the club. “It’s a wonderful partnership. We can’t do what we do without our volunteers and without supporters like the Long Beach Lions. We’re very grateful for their support all of these years.”

The celebration featured dinner, dancing to live music, fundraising raffles and remarks from Robinson, Schwartz and the night’s special honorees — local families recognized for their efforts supporting the Lions Club over the years.

The McAvoy family has deep Long Beach roots: Its patriarch, Charles McAvoy, founded McAvoy Plumbing and Heating in 1926 — the year he joined the Lions Club as a charter member. “The McAvoys are basically an institution in Long Beach,” City Council President Brendan Finn said, “just as the Lions Club is.”

The club presented the McAvoys with a plaque honoring the family legacy and their continued involvement in the club. “We’re honored to be honored,” said Charlie McAvoy, current operator of McAvoy Plumbing and one of its founder’s grandsons. McAvoy recounted helping his mother, Anne, and father, Robert, prepare for a Lions Club dinner at their home when Charlie was a teenager. The meal was planned for the conclusion of the annual 10-mile Labor Day Run, which has since been shortened by half and renamed in his father’s memory — the annual Robert C. McAvoy 5-mile Race.

Island Park Mayor Mike McGinty and his wife, Jeanne, were honorees as well. Schwartz explained that the McGintys

have reliably attended every event and fundraiser the Lions have held in recent years, and the club presented them with the Lion of the Year award. (Because the couple, who have been married for 33 years, always participate together, Schwartz explained, they earned the singular designation of Lion.)

“I’m very, very proud that the Lions Club has seen fit to honor us,” Mayor McGinty said. “Jeanne and I are active with Tunnel to Towers. The Lions Club raises money, principally, for guide dogs for veterans. In my mind, there’s nothing more important than our veterans. Nothing.”

The third honored family was the Natalellos, who have owned and operated Jack’s Pizzeria, in Island Park, for nearly 15 years. The eatery regularly supports locals causes, from PTA fundraisers and Little League teams to food pantries and families in need.

“We’ve always believed that a local pizzeria is more than just a place to eat,” said Charles Natalello, who was joined by his sister, Michelle Natalello and their parents, Nate and Josephine. “It’s where families celebrate, friends reconnect and the community feels at home. This award from the Lions Club reminds us how powerful it is when

small family businesses and service organizations work together to strengthen our community.”

The club capped off the evening by continuing its legacy of giving back, presenting a check for $4,000 to Fans for the Cure, a prostate cancer awareness organization founded by baseball radio personality Ed Randall, who has been in remission from prostate cancer since 2002. The organization partners with major and minor league baseball parks to provide free blood test screenings and promote early testing and awareness.

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Chris Colucci/Herald photos

the mcavoy family was honored for four generations of local service. Charles mcavoy wore the trademark green cowboy hat his father, robert, wore to every Lions Club event.

Lions Club president allen Schwartz, left, presented island park mayor mike mcginty and his wife, Jeanne, with the Lion of the Year award for their unwavering support of Lions activities.

the natalello family — Charles, second from left, michelle, Josephine and nate — were honored for using their island park restaurant, Jack’s pizzeria, to serve charity and community, not just fresh slices.

Ed Eaton implemented lasting changes in city

and real estate policies, as well as more stringent code enforcement, the city’s annual earnings reached $500,000.

“His time as a city manager was a really good time for Long Beach,” current City Council President Brendan Finn said of Eaton. “He saw Long Beach through some difficult times. We’ve always had our economic problems, and I think that he was a really good custodian of Long Beach. He took good care of us.”

“Ed was a hands-on city manager,” said Tepper, who served on the 1979 council that hired Eaton. “He brought people together, put politics aside and helped save our city.” Tepper and Eaton remained friends in the ensuing decades, spending time together virtually every week. When Tepper served as a city judge, he officiated Eaton’s 2006 marriage to Carolyn Roganti. (Carolyn Eaton died in 2024.)

“I’ll always be grateful to have served alongside of him and called him my friend,” Tepper, 81, said. “Everything Ed did when he was city manager — all those years led to the resurgence of prosperity and making Long Beach the beautiful place that it is now.”

One result of Eaton’s work is used

Courtesy Long Beach Historical Society ed eaton, far left, in 1993 with then nassau County executive tom gulotta, Jerry Valle and ralph madalena.

daily by hundreds of residents and outof-towners alike: the city’s Long Island Rail Road station, which was renovated in the 1980s after Eaton reached out to then Sen. Alfonse D’Amato for grant assistance. Eaton was also instrumental

in keeping the Waldbaum’s supermarket in the city — at the time, one of the last big-name chain stores in the area — by incentivizing its relocation in 1983 from a small shopping strip on East Park Avenue, near Long Beach Boule-

vard, to the large East Park Avenue shopping center adjacent to the train station, where it remained until it shut down in 2015, replaced by Stop & Shop.

Longtime Long Beach activist and former Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg, another member of the 1979 City Council, reflected on Eaton’s dedication and genuine concern for the community. “He always worked in the best interest of the people of the City of Long Beach,” Weisenberg, 92, said, “because the city was his home. People thank me for things, and a lot of things that I’m being thanked for is because Eddie and I worked together.”

Eaton’s first wife, Loretta, died in 2004. He was also predeceased by his brother, Jimmy. He is survived by a stepdaughter, Jennifer Frangella, her husband, Albert, and their children, Andrew, Alexa and Justin.

A memorial service took place at the Christopher T. Jordan Funeral Home, in Island Park, on Wednesday, as the Herald went to press, and a Mass was scheduled at Sacred Heart Church, in Island Park, on Thursday at 9:15 a.m. An inurnment ceremony is planned for Monday, at 10 a.m., at Holy Rood Cemetery, in Westbury.

As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, the Herald is preparing a special commemorative section that will remember those we lost, honor those who served and examine the lasting impact of that day on our communities.

We want to hear your story.

Were you a commuter, teacher, student, first responder, health care worker, member of the clergy or resident who saw the events of that day unfold? Did you lose a loved one on Sept. 11, or in the years that followed because of illnesses linked to the toxins at ground zero? Were you a child who grew up without a parent, or are you someone whose life and career were inspired by the courage and sacrifice of that day?

Our reporters are also looking to tell the stories behind the local memorials, annual remembrance ceremonies, scholarship funds, charitable organizations and volunteer efforts that commemorate Sept. 11.

We are interested in how Long Island has changed over the past 25 years, from emergency preparedness and public safety to the lasting health effects experienced by first responders and survivors.

If you have a personal story, photos or memories, or know someone whose experience should be shared, we would be honored to hear from you. Your story can help preserve an important chapter

The Herald is looking for your stories. Above, former Rep. Peter King reflected on the courage of first responders at Seaford’s remembrance last year.

of our communities’ history for future generations.

Contact the Herald by emailing jbessen@liherald.com or jvallone@liherald. com with 9/11 Story in the subject line. Include your name, hometown, phone number and a brief description of your experience. A Herald reporter will follow up with you. Together, we can ensure that these stories are never forgotten.

–Jeffrey Bessen

Nassau County Alternate Deputy Presiding Officer Michael Giangregorio represents Bellmore, Merrick, Wantagh and Seaford. Legislator Patrick Mullaney represents Long Beach, Island Park and Oceanside.

“Blue Envelope Program” for neurodivergent drivers

By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com

Two Nassau County legislators have introduced legislation that would create a Blue Envelope Program aimed at improving communication between law enforcement officers and neurodivergent drivers during traffic stops and emergency situations.

The measure, introduced by Nassau County Alternate Deputy Presiding Officer Michael Giangregorio, who represents Bellmore, Merrick, Wantagh and Seaford, and Legislator Patrick Mullaney, who represents Long Beach, Island Park and Oceanside, co-sponsored by the Republican majority, would provide free blue envelopes and blue seat belt sleeves through the Nassau County Police Department to neurodivergent drivers and those who regularly transport neurodivergent passengers.

The blue envelopes would hold a driver’s license, vehicle registration, proof of insurance and other important documents while discreetly alerting responding officers that a driver or passenger may communicate or respond differently during an interaction. The program would also include instructions for both drivers and officers to help facilitate communication during traffic stops.

“As the father of a child with autism, I understand firsthand that even routine interactions, like a traffic stop, can be especially overwhelming for individuals with autism and other neurodivergent conditions,” Giangregorio said in a statement. “That’s why programs like the Blue Envelope Program are so

important.”

Mullaney, a first responder, said the program would help emergency personnel recognize when someone may have different communication needs.

“The Blue Envelope Program provides an immediate indication that an individual may have unique communication needs, allowing first responders to adjust their approach, reduce unnecessary anxiety, and focus on delivering the assistance that’s needed,” Mullaney said.

Under the proposal, the Nassau County Police Department would distribute the blue envelopes and seat belt sleeves free of charge by mail and at each county police precinct.

Nassau County Presiding Officer Howard Kopel said the legislation would help make the county safer and more inclusive by giving officers additional tools to recognize and respond to the needs of neurodivergent individuals.

“The Blue Envelope Program is a thoughtful initiative that reflects our Legislature’s commitment to protecting every member of our community,” Kopel said. “By giving law enforcement officers additional tools to recognize and respond to the unique needs of neurodivergent individuals, we can help ensure that routine encounters remain respectful, less stressful and focused on everyone’s safety.”

The legislation was reviewed by Nassau County Legislature committees on July 13 and is scheduled to advance to the full Legislature for a vote on July 27. If approved, the Blue Envelope Program would be implemented by March 1.

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Eisenhower Park celebrates Fleet Week

There was no better weekend for Nassau County to celebrate Fleet Week 2026 than July 4 weekend. In Eisenhower Park’s Field 2 on July 5, a combined team from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard brought helicopters to the park. The event featured fast rope demonstrations, performances by the Navy Band Northeast and Navy Ceremonial Guard, military displays and much more.

Warm weather and clear skies made for a perfect day to celebrate the United States’ military organizations. In the U.S., Fleet Week is a Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard tradition in which active military ships recently deployed in overseas operations dock in a variety of major cities for one week.

Events typically include ship tours, military demonstrations, parades and air shows featuring performances by the Blue Angels or other military flight demonstration teams. The purpose of Fleet Week is to celebrate the naval services and to allow the public to interact with and learn more about the military.

The origins of the celebration date back to 1935, when it was first celebrated in San Diego. It’s evolved in many ways over the years, and today it serves multiple purposes including public engagement, because it allows the public to interact with service members; recruitment, because the event showcases the opportunities and experiences available in participating military branches; and community relations, because it strengthens the relationship between

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Propel NY finalizes routing, hires contractors

By JULIA CAPITELLI jcapitelli@liherald.com

The New York Power Authority and New York Transco, co-developers of Propel NY Energy, have finalized the proposed routing of their planned underground transmission lines and hired contractors for pre-construction activities. Residents in affected areas continue to oppose the roughly 90-mile project set to run across Nassau County into Westchester.

July 17 was the deadline for parties to file public comments with the New York State Public Service Commission for or against the project. The PSC must issue a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need and approve Environmental Management and Construction Plans before construction can begin.

According to Marykate Guilfoyle, strategic communications manager at Transco, adjustments in routing were made based on technical analysis, stakeholder input and evaluation of alternatives.

The Daly Boulevard culvert crossing, in Oceanside, was adjusted to “reduce schedule and construction risk,” Guilfoyle said. A segment in the Town of Hempstead was refined to “avoid conflicts” with the Hempstead Fire Department and to use wider roadways to mitigate traffic.

One segment in Glen Head was adjusted to “eliminate a complex trenchless Long Island Rail Road crossing.” Another altered the Glen Head Road-to-Glen Cove Avenue-to-Kissam Lane segment, addressing a

tory submissions.

“These expert contractors are a valuable addition to further the development of detailed construction plans,” Transco President Joris Veldhoven said in a news release. “Their proven expertise on complex projects and strong track records and relationships in the project communities will result in thorough plans for the upcoming construction phase.”

“Hallen Integrated Construction Services and Hallen Construction are excited to partner with NY Transco and NYPA on construction planning for Propel NY,” Shepard Poole, president and CEO of The Hallen Construction Co. Inc., said in the release. “This

project is highly important and greatly necessary for the region.”

Support for Propel’s joint proposal has come from state agencies, the City of New York, construction firms, trade unions and some residents. Other residents, school districts, municipalities and elected officials, however, have filed comments opposing the project, which was chosen by the New York Independent System Operator in 2023 as a solution to issues like increased demand and severe weather.

“It’s premature to advance Propel, as it lacks both federal and state approval,” said Christine Panzeca, a Glen Head resident and a lead opponent of the project. “This is especially concerning, given that NYISO is aware that the project is not cost-effective and was specifically advised not to pursue it. In addition, more than 70 percent of the parties have not signed the joint proposal, citing significant unresolved deficiencies in issues affecting health, safety, environmental integrity, route selection, and procedural fairness.”

The Potomac Economics Market Monitoring Unit wrote in a 2023 report that “if the NYISO determines that it must or should select a project, we recommend that it reconsider its recommendation of T051 since it does not appear to be the most cost-effective project.” T051 refers to Propel.

Other parties who have submitted comments in opposition include environmental groups; U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi; Nassau County Legislators Delia DeRiggiWhitton and Patrick Mullaney; the North Shore, Roslyn and Syosset school districts; the Village of Sea Cliff; and Supervisors John Ferretti, Joseph Saladino and Jennifer DeSena, of the towns of Hempstead, Oyster Bay and North Hempstead, respectively.

Additional reporting by Will Sheeline.

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Long Beach Library faces I.P. at Dino Games

By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

The Island Park Public Library transformed its parking lot into a prehistoric playground on July 11 as dozens of families from Island Park and Long Beach gathered for the second annual Dino Games, a collaborative summer event designed to keep children active, engaged and excited about reading.

The free program, organized by the Island Park Public Library and Long Beach Public Library, welcomed about 50 families for a morning of dinosaurthemed games, crafts and outdoor activities tied to this year’s summer reading program.

“It’s just a really fun collaboration between the two towns and the two libraries,” said Teresa McCarthy, head of youth services at the Island Park Public Library.

The event began last summer after the Long Beach Public Library approached Island Park about partnering on an outdoor children’s program. While Long Beach offers many community programs, it lacks the outdoor space and parking lot available at the Island Park library, making the location an ideal gathering place for families from both communities.

everyone get excited about reading as well.”

By combining outdoor fun with literacy, the two libraries hope the annual event continues to grow while strengthening connections between neighboring communities.

2-year-old Nikolas Jackson met a T-Rex at the family-friendly “contest” between Island Park and Long Beach libraries.

McCarthy and Alexandra Blau, head of youth services at the Long Beach Public Library, coordinated the event, meeting in person and staying in regular contact to organize games, volunteers and supplies.

Each library invited roughly 25 families to participate and recruited middle and high school student volunteers to help run the activities.

Children rotated through a series of dinosaur-themed challenges, including Feed the T-Rex, a cornhole-style game; Dinosaur Ring Toss; Dinosaur Dig; Hungry Hungry Dinosaur, where teams raced to collect pom-poms with dinosaur grabbers; Don’t Break the Dino Egg, a spoon-and-egg relay; and a Dinosaur Scooter Race. Families also enjoyed tiedye and sand art stations, with the sand art created in dinosaur-shaped containers, along with sidewalk chalk, hula hoops and other outdoor games.

Beyond providing free summer entertainment, McCarthy said the event highlights the library’s role as a community gathering place.

“Families are always looking for entertainment,” she said. “We provide a lot of resources beyond books, and collaboration and camaraderie are part of that.”

The program also supports the libraries’ shared goal of promoting summer reading. McCarthy said events like Dino Games often inspire children to browse the shelves before heading home.

“We want families to know that the library is a fun, safe place,” she said. “It’s why we’re here. We encourage everybody to participate, and then, of course, we hope they stay and take home some books too. It’s so nice to see

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Senior facility advances after nine-year battle

By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

A long-planned senior living community is one step closer to becoming a reality after the $7.5 million sale of a development site on Atlantic Avenue in Oceanside was finalized, ending a process that began nearly nine years ago.

Sunrise Senior Living has acquired the 2.84-acre property at 374 Atlantic Ave., where it plans to build a three-story assisted living and memory care community with 84 residential units.

The 77,400-square-foot facility is expected to help address the growing demand for senior housing on Long Island as the region’s population continues to age.

Construction is expected to begin following final pre-development work.

The sale closes the book on a project that has been years in the making. Representatives for the buyer and seller signed a purchase contract in 2017, anticipating a routine approval process. Instead, the development moved through years of municipal reviews,

public hearings and entitlement proceedings before receiving the approvals needed to move forward. The timeline was further extended by the pandemic and related legal proceedings.

Lee & Associates NYC represented Sunrise Senior Living in the acquisition, while Strategic Realty Advisors represented the sellers, Grossman Nurseries and Breslin Development.

Kelly Koukou, executive managing director and principal at Lee & Associates NYC, said the lengthy process required years of coordination and per-

sistence.

“This transaction is a reminder that commercial real estate brokerage often requires much more than simply bringing a buyer and seller together,” Koukou said in a statement.

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“Over the course of nearly nine years, we worked alongside our client through a complex entitlement process, changing market conditions and unforeseen challenges, while never losing sight of the end goal,” Koukou said. “We’re proud to have helped Sunrise reach this important milestone, and we’re excited to see the project move from years of planning into development.”

When completed, the community will offer both assisted living and dedicated memory care services for older adults who need varying levels of support. Developers say the project is intended to help meet the increasing demand for modern senior housing in Nassau County, where opportunities to build new facilities have become more limited.

“The need for modern senior living communities continues to grow as Long Island’s population ages,” Koukou said. “Development opportunities of this scale are increasingly rare, particularly in established communities where entitled land is scarce. We’re excited to see this project move from planning into development and ultimately serve seniors and their families for years to come.”

With the land sale complete, the project is expected to transition from years of planning into construction, bringing a new assisted living and memory care option to Oceanside residents and families.

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Carolyn Miller comes home Authentically country with a local flair

By Abbey Salvemini

In a genre built on authenticity, Carolyn Miller is the real deal. She’s carved her own path into country music, proving that heart, hustle and a powerful story transcends geography. Her sound fuses the honesty of country storytelling with the hooks and polish of mainstream pop, drawing in fans from Nashville to the Northeast and everywhere in between.

For those unfamiliar with Miller, it’s time to get to know the Massapequa native. She perfoms during Huntington Summer Arts Festival at Heckscher Park on Saturday, with her full band, just weeks before the release of her new self-titled EP. She’s steadling expanded her national following while working between Long Island and Nashville.

Miller’s journey into music began early. A former professional child actress, she worked in TV, film and theater; graduating from the Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music with a degree in Musical Theatre. But it was country music that gave her the space to tell her own story. With a voice made for big moments and a pen sharp enough to turn lived experience into lyric, she’s quickly established herself as one of the genre’s rising stars.

Appearing as part of this year’s Huntington Summer Arts Festival is about more than just a concert performance for Miller.

“I want it to just feel like a perfect summer night on the Island,” she says. “I hope families and kids pack a cooler, a picnic, bring lawn chairs and blankets. Kids [can] come dance in front of the stage, friends run into each other and reconnect. Everyone just enjoys a great night of live music together.”

“I think there’s something special about the free community concerts because they just bring together people of all ages,” she adds. “If people leave smiling and singing one of the songs in their heads on the drive home and just feeling a little more connected than when they arrived, then we’ve done our job.”

Her energetic, heartfelt shows paired with her down-to-earth, girl-next-door personality make her instantly relatable to audiences, especially suburban women navigating the beautiful chaos of love, motherhood and modern life.

After taking last year off to become a mother, Carolyn — now mom to a two year-old daughter — is stepping boldly into a new era. Her latest single “Fighting For You” (released May 2025) marks the first in a six-song series that chronicles this next chapter of her life. Balancing vulnerability and strength, it’s a reflection of the grit, grace, and growth that define her story today.

Saturday’s “hometown” performance, her second

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festival appearance, is a notable stop on her journey.

“Long Island’s always been home,” she reflects. “Career-wise, it’s taken me all over the country, but Long Island is where I’m raising my family and where my husband, my daughter and I live. I’m going to have all my family, lifelong friends and people who’ve been following my career for years and even people who have just only recently discovered my music online. Those moments you don’t take for granted and make all the hard work worth it.”

Saturday’s audience will be treated to an early look at Miller’s upcoming EP, a deeply personal collection of songs that marks her next creative chapter.

Saturday, July 25, 8-9 p.m.

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“The EP is actually going to be self-titled because I just feel like it’s the most honest representation of who I am today. It’s not just who I am as an artist, but also as a wife and a mom and a songwriter.”

Her background in theater brings an added layer of energy and storytelling to this and every performance.

“I love mixing big sing-along moments and then having stories behind the songs and then some more emotional moments along the way. I like to think of it as just a production.”

Despite spending much of her professional life in Nashville, her musical identity has been shaped by her local roots.

“We didn’t really grow up with country music on Long Island. I always joke that if you don’t like country music, you’ll probably like mine, and if you do like country music, then you’ll hopefully like it too.”

As an independent artist, Miller has developd a following of more than 175,000 across social media while overseeing much of her own marketing and creative direction, between here and Nashville. Over the past year she’es performed at CMA Fest, and has shared the stage with the likes of Carrie Underwood, Lee Brice, Sam Hunt, Ashley McBryde, and Dustin Lynch.

Whether she’s behind a mic, on a stage, or in a writing room, Miller is redefining what it means to be a country artist in 2026: grounded, fearless and fully herself. As she prepares to return to Huntington, Miller urges concertgoers, whether longtime fans or first-time listeners, to simply enjoy an evening together.

“It’s free. It’s outdoors, family-friendly. Whether you’ve followed my music for years or you’re just discovering it now, we’d love to have you.”

Led Zeppelin fans, rejoice! Get The Led Out returns with “A Celebration of the Mighty Zep,” two electrifying nights of classic rock, running through June 28. From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, GTLO has captured the essence of Led Zeppelin and brought their music to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians, intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before! Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-creates songs, in all their depth and glory, with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. Hailed for their powerful tribute to what many consider the greatest rock band of all time, the band always delivers Friday and Saturday, July 24-25, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

Patty Griffin

The singer-songwriter brings her powerful storytelling and unmistakable voice to the stage in support of her latest album “Crown of Roses.” A two-time Grammy winner and Americana Music Association Lifetime Achievement honoree, Patty Griffin has spent more than two decades crafting emotionally resonant songs that blend folk, Americana and blues. She’s been praised for her ability to create vivid emotional portraits through music. Known for songs that linger long after the final note, Griffin continues to captivate audiences with intimate performances that celebrate both life’s hardships and its quiet moments of hope. She is joined by special guest Lucy Wainwright Roche.

Saturday, July 25, 8 p.m. $91, $79, $67. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Tickets available at landmarkonmainstreet.org or (516) 767-6444.

Courtesy Carolyn Miller

The many sides of Carolyn Miller. She’s emerged as one of country-pop’s rising independent artists, blending blend heartfelt storytelling with her singular style.

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Summer sounds

The TOH summer concert series arrives in Point Lookout with Disco Unlimited. The lively block partyatmosphere includes inflatable games for the kids, food trucks and an ice cream truck. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for your comfort as you relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

• Where: East Marina, 1501 Lido Blvd, Point Lookout

• Time: 6 p.m. block party, 8 p.m. concert

‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor

Dreamcoat’

The Madison Theatre’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” brings the beloved Andrew Lloyd Webber musical to the stage, retelling the biblical story of Joseph, his colorful coat and his rise from slavery to Pharaoh’s trusted advisor. Told entirely through song, the family-friendly production features memorable numbers including “Any Dream Will Do,” “Close Every Door” and “One More Angel in Heaven,” blending musical styles from calypso to country-western. Suitable for audiences of all ages, the show continues to be one of the world’s most frequently performed musicals.

• Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre

• Time: Various dates and times, through Aug. 2

• Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

Summer grooves

ZBTB returns to Eisenhower Park, with Guys With Guitars. Founded in 2012, ZBTB is the premier tribute to the chart-topping Zac Brown Band. Not only does ZBTB capture the sound and creativity of the Zac Brown Band but they bring a similar atmosphere of family to their shows while engaging the audience in a way that is all their own. From the Zac Brown Band’s 2008 breakout hit “Chicken Fried” to the recent sing-along anthem “Same Boat” and “Tie Up”, ZBTB plays all the hits any country fan knows and loves. In concert, the Zac Brown Band is well known for their renditions of a diverse set of covers, and ZBTB follows suit. With classics like “Enter Sandman” and “Ants Marching”, as well as, modern hits like “Baba O’Riley” and “Devil Went Down to Georgia” regularly in their set, there’s something for everyone at a ZBTB show.

• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience

Comprising a group of exceptionally talented musicians and die-hard Foreigner fans, Double Vision has perfected the art of bringing to life the unforgettable hits that have defined generations. From “I Want to Know What Love Is” to “Cold as Ice,” their renditions are a harmonious blend of passion, precision, and nostalgic energy. Drawing inspiration from Foreigner’s unmistakable sound and stage presence, Double Vision delivers a performance that pays homage to the band’s legacy while infusing their own charisma and enthusiasm. Their commitment to authenticity is matched only by their unwavering dedication to creating an electrifying experience for their audiences. With an impressive catalog of classics at their fingertips, Double Vision transports everyone to an era when arena rock ruled and Foreigner reigned supreme. Each concert is a testament to their musical prowess, transporting fans to a time when anthems were born and memories were made. Double Vision delivers the highest level of integrity and technical prowess to bring you all the hits from the band that you’ve come to love. With their recent signing to Frontiers Music the band has achieved a milestone as one of the first tribute to secure a record deal. Honoring Foreigner and its audience, they offer a show second to none.

• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

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Point Lookout Beach Clean-up

The Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS) and the Town of Hempstead are partnering to host a community beach clean-up. Volunteers can sign up for one of the 1.5-hour time slots. Please sign up for only one time slot so that more people can participate. Clean-up supplies will be provided, but it is recommended to bring your own gloves. Registration is required so you can be contacted the event is cancelled due to the weather. Parking fees will be waived for all registered participants.

• Where: Point Lookout Town Park, Point Lookout

• Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• Contact: education@amseas.org

Arts In The Plaza

The annual Arts In The Plaza is back in full swing. More than 30 artists set up shop, offering a variety of handmade art, jewelry, clothing, pottery, and more. The event runs concurrently on Saturdays with the farmers market, making the shared space a weekend adventure full of fresh food and original artwork. With performances from local musicians.

• Where: Kennedy Plaza

• Time: Every Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Contact: (516) 476-2473

Family theater

Lance the Eagle welcomes families to “A Semi-Quincenten-EAGLE Birthday” on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage. In this original production, families are invited to celebrate his birthday. His message: As the national bird, thispartywill be happeningthroughout the whole monthof July. Come to think of it,Idid hearsomething about a birthday fortheUnited States of America as well. Hmm...mustbeacoincidence! I’llbe throwing a paradethrough LICM’s galleriesand acelebratory spectacle in the Theater. Come ready to party!”Keep an eye out 30 minutes before each show for a special interactive pre-show! For ages 3+. $5 with museum admission ($4 members), $10 theater only.

• Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; also July 29

• Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

Summer rocks on Eisenhower Park’s Summer Concert Series welcomes a lively lineup of Jefferson Starship with Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall and Pure Prairie League..

• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

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Farmers Market

The Kennedy Plaza Farmers Market presents an incredible lineup of local farmers, makers and food vendors you know and love. Stop by the popular outdoor market, where community spirit and fresh local flavor come together. Explore the selection of seasonal produce, artisanal goods, homemade treats and handcrafted items from dozens talented local businesses.

• Where: Kennedy Plaza

• Time: Every Saturday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Contact: (516) 670-5046

Little Sprouts Story/Craft Time

For eight weeks throughout summer, Artists in Partnership offers a free storytelling and arts and craft program for children ages 3-6, during the Wednesday morning farmers market at Kennedy Plaza. It involves reading stories that relate to nutrition, farming, and the market itself followed by a small crafting project connected to the story.

• Where: Kennedy Plaza

• Time: Every Wednesday, 10-10:45 a.m.

• Contact: (516) 670-5046

Citizen Science: Monarch Larva Monitoring Project

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Squish Studio!

It’s time to play with clay at Long Island Children’s Museum.

The Squish Studio is a week-long experience where kids dive deep into the world of clay. Make your mark on a collaborative creature sculpture, experiment with techniques and tools and create your own unique creation to bring home or add to the clay gallery. This is a drop-in program, free with admission.

• Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., through July 31

• Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

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Summertime tunes

The annual outdoor music scene is back. Bands are scheduled to perform free concerts twice per week until Sept.

3. Bring your own seating, but prepare to be up and dancing. Evan Kuriga plays a great set loaded ranging from pop to rock to classic R&B. A full list of upcoming dates, locations and acts can be found at longbeachny.gov/concerts.

• Where: Edwards Boulevard Beach

Long Island Children’s Museum welcomes families to be a citizen scientist and study monarch butterflies in the museum’s Milkweed Garden. By measuring plants, rainfall, and monarch eggs you will be collecting real data that scientists can analyze! Your data will help them understand butterfly migration and will help conserve this species. Each Wednesday, take a walk through this garden and see how the plants grow as habitat for visiting monarchs! To join, meet at the front desk. For ages 4+.

• Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Time: 2-3 p.m., also Aug. 5

• Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

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TAXATION AND FINANCE; “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the Subject Property described in the Complaint, Defendants. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the United States of America is made a party defendant, the time to answer for the said United States of America shall not expire until sixty (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE: YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2007-1

NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. McCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC By: MELISSA S. DICERBO, ESQ. Attorneys for Plaintiff One Huntington Quadrangle, Suite 4N25 Melville, NY 11747 631-812-4084 8 55-845-2584 facsimile File # 14-305652 HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE: NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT: YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF.

REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY and pay property taxes in accordance with state and local law.

FORECLOSURE RESCUE

SCAMS: Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner`s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. § 1303 NOTICE 16-12-20* 161056

The City of Long Beach Department of Parks and Recreation will host the annual Michael V. Kiefer Memorial Swim, Paddle, Run this Sunday at Riverside Boulevard Beach. The yearly event honors the memory of Michael V. Kiefer, a Long Beach lifeguard and New York City firefighter, assigned to Ladder 132, who died on 9/11.

SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE: The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and nonprofit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or visit the Department`s website at www.dfs.ny.gov. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. You have the right to stay in your home during the foreclosure process. You are not required to leave your home unless and until your property is sold at auction pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale. Regardless of whether you choose to remain in your home, YOU ARE

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU NewRez LLC dba Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing, Plaintiff AGAINST Robert J. Arnold; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 4, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 10, 2026, at 2:00PM, premises known as 225 West Broadway, Unit E1, Long Beach, NY 11561. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being a part of a condominium in the City of Long Beach, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 59 Block 63 Lot 166 Unit 114. Approximate amount of judgment $335,648.81 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 607033/2024. Kenneth Gartner, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624

Registration and check-in begin at 7:30 a.m. with the race scheduled to start at 8:45 a.m. The event features a 150-yard run to the swim entry point, a 400-yard ocean swim, a half-mile paddleboard segment and a 1½-mile beach run. Distances are approximate. An individual race will be followed by a relay competition. Teams must include at least two participants, with three preferred. All participants must be 16 or older. Paddleboards will be supplied, and racing or stock paddleboards are not permitted. The maximum board length allowed is 10 feet, 6 inches. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers, the top three male and female firefighters, the top three male and female lifeguards, and the top three relay teams.

(877) 430-4792

Dated: June 24, 2026

For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2831 161107

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 08/05/2026 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:

THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M.

411/26. - 414/26. LIDO BEACH - Robin & Leviah Ehrlich, Variances, lot area occupied, front yard average setback, side yards aggregate, maintain garage converted to living space, front entry platform, side roof over entry, 2nd story additions, 2nd story deck with stairs & shower enclosure all attached to dwelling (re-hearing case 468/10); Variances, lot area occupied, side yards, side yards aggregate, rear yard, maintain pool deck with gazebo attached thereto (re-hearing case 469/10); Maintain relocation of pool equipment with less than required side yard

setback & maintain 4’ high pool enclosure, 5’ high required (rehearing case 470/10); Variance, side yard, maintain A/C unit attached to dwelling (re-hearing case 471/10)., N/s Gerry Ave., 447.11’ E/s Daniel Dr., a/k/a 939 Gerry Ave.

ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.

This notice is only for new cases in Lido Beach within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.go v/509/Board-of-Appeals

The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.go v/576/Live-StreamingVideo

Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it.

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MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE

COMPANY, Plaintiff, Against JUANITA SLADE, JOSEPH DAMBRA, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/22/2016, 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 8/27/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 28 East Hudson Street, Long Beach, New York 11561, a/k/a 28 Hudson Street, Long Beach, New York 11561, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Long Beach, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Section 59 Block 94 Lot 17, 18 and 19. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $495,395.75 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 13-014225 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.

Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY

–Chris Colucci

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10573

Dated: 7/8/2026 File Number: 548-0119 CA 161333

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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 August 20, 2026 at 2:00 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 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., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 23-000656 90528 161172

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Now we need a backflow-prevention device?

Q. We received a letter several weeks ago about yet another expense for our home, to add a backflow device because we have a sprinkler. We’re wondering if this is really necessary. We’ve had a sprinkler for 40 years, and have never had a problem. Can you explain why we need this, and what will happen if we don’t put one in? We got estimates that it could be $750 to $1,000. Is this somehow related to legionnaires’ disease?

A. Yes, you are now required to have a backflow device on your home water line, especially for the sprinkler connection. This became a safeguard, debated for many years, as a reaction to backsiphoning of plumbing lines when there were pressure changes.

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The backflow prevention device is a one-way water valve that allows water to flow from the public water main into your home or sprinkler system, but not back into the public water supply. Pressure changes in the line can happen for several reasons, including flushing of public water pipes, which you are notified about, because people report the discoloration of their water from time to time. It can also happen when a fire hydrant is being used or when there’s a water main break.

Any which way it happens, this is a real issue, even if you’ve never noticed it over the past 40 years. You wouldn’t necessarily be the consumer of the contaminants that flowed from your sprinkler line back into the public water supply, but let’s face it, sprinkler heads are exposed to animal waste, pesticides, fertilizers, soil, bacteria and standing water on a regular basis, and you wouldn’t want to drink any of these potentially sickening substances. You’d probably wonder what made you sick, but never connect the dots back to your drinking or cooking water.

I remember the uproar over seat belts in the 1960s, when we were first asked to wear those cumbersome and restrictive devices. Before that, we kids had the freedom to roam from window to window for a better view, to avoid the boredom of long family road trips or grocery store errands. Then seat belts became law. People were defiant, and some even survived accidents without seatbelts. We’ve now had two generations of youngsters who were strapped in like they were astronauts in a rocket sled, and it seems pretty standard now.

The time will come when the contaminants in our water lines will be avoided and we won’t give it another thought. As for legionnaires’ disease, there is little connection between the two. Legionnaires’ disease is mainly caused by stagnant water in a breeding ground of a dark holding tank, in temperatures between 77 and 113 degrees. Those old water tanks, sitting on top of buildings, feeding the drinking and domestic water through buildings by gravity, became perfect for bacterial growth.

Unless you have a well pump sprinkle your lawn, you must add the device — or possibly be fined and forced to do it anyway. Good luck

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Protecting our drinking water is a community effort

it’s the hottest time of year on Long Island, and high temperatures mean high water use. From June through September, demand for water surges, driven largely by lawn irrigation and outdoor use. Long Islanders love green lawns, but they come at a cost that many residents don’t fully see: added strain on our water infrastructure and increased stress on Long Island’s sole-source aquifer, the only source of drinking water for nearly 3 million people.

Long Island has no alternative water supply. We rely entirely on a vast but finite underground aquifer system that must meet all residential, commercial and public needs. That makes water conservation not just a seasonal suggestion, but a long-term necessity.

The latest findings from the Long Island Commission for Aquifer Protection underscore the urgency of the issue. According to LICAP’s 2025 State of the Aquifer report, groundwater levels have shown troubling declines in recent years, particularly following periods of below-average rainfall. As hydro-

logic conditions fluctuate, especially during dry spells, increased pumping to meet peak summer demand puts additional pressure on the aquifer. This is just as much an infrastructure challenge as it is an environmental concern. Every gallon of water that must be pumped, treated and delivered requires energy and infrastructure capacity. During the summer, water providers must operate at peak levels to keep up with demand. That accelerates wear and tear on pumps, wells, treatment systems and water mains, increasing maintenance costs and, ultimately, costs for ratepayers. Simply put, excessive water use today leads to higher costs tomorrow.

Actions taken by residents each day collectively have a profound impact.

ful difference. Following odd/even watering schedules helps distribute demand more evenly. Avoiding irrigation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. reduces waste due to evaporation. Even skipping watering after rainfall can save thousands of gallons per household over the course of a season.

Conservation plays a significant role in mitigating all of these risks. Reducing unnecessary water use — particularly irrigation — can significantly ease the burden on both the aquifer and water providers’ infrastructure. Studies continue to show that lawns only require about one inch of water per week to remain healthy. Yet many residential irrigation systems run far more frequently than necessary, often during the hottest parts of the day, when much of that water is lost to evaporation. Simple changes can make a meaning-

Technology also plays an important role. Smart irrigation controllers, which adjust watering schedules based on realtime weather conditions, are among the most effective tools available, ensuring that landscapes receive only the water they need, helping homeowners save money while supporting broader conservation goals. They ultimately pay for themselves, often within only a couple of years. Some Long Island water providers have rebate programs for residents who make the switch to smart controllers, making them even more cost-effective.

As highlighted in the State of the Aquifer report, conservation works hand in hand with other efforts such as water reuse, source water protection and advanced monitoring to ensure the sustainability of our groundwater resources. These strategies are essential to maintaining the reliability of our water supply in the face of growing demand,

ever-evolving drinking water regulations and changing climate conditions. It’s also important to recognize that conservation is about more than quantity. Reducing excessive pumping helps maintain natural groundwater levels, which in turn supports streamflow and protects wetlands. It limits the risk of saltwater intrusion, which poses a significant threat to Long Island’s coastal communities. These environmental benefits are critical to preserving Long Island’s ecosystems and quality of life.

The responsibility of protecting our aquifer belongs to all of us. Water providers are investing heavily in infrastructure and treatment technologies and planning efforts to safeguard this resource. But they can’t do it alone. Actions taken by residents each day collectively have a profound impact.

This summer, we urge all Long Islanders to be mindful of their water use. Small changes, when adopted by millions of people, can yield significant results. By conserving water, we not only protect a vital natural resource, but also strengthen our infrastructure, stabilize costs and ensure that future generations of Long Islanders will have access to clean, reliable drinking water.

On Long Island, water isn’t just a utility. It is our lifeline, and we all need to do our part to protect it.

Brendan Warner is chairman of the Long Island Water Conference.

Let’s stop student debt from killing the American dream

For generations, the American dream has represented something tangible: the ability to build a stable life through hard work. But for millions in the United States who are burdened by student debt, the dream remains just that: a dream. Nowhere is that more evident than on Long Island, where the average resident carries more than $35,000 in student loan debt and the median home price has surpassed $750,000.

According to the Pew Research Center, one in four Americans under 40 has student debt. Between high interest rates and wages that haven’t kept pace with the cost of living, many borrowers spend decades trying to pay off an education that was supposed to create opportunity, not limit it.

ages 25 and 34 have left the region over the past eight years. Student debt and housing costs are inseparable drivers of that exodus.

Student debt makes the American dream unattainable, or, at best, greatly deferred. Gallup reports that 71 percent of student borrowers delay major life milestones — homeownership, parenthood, starting a business, retirement — because of their debt. On Long Island, those delays have a geographic consequence: 22 percent of residents between

Recent federal policy changes are deepening the problem. The elimination of the Saving on a Valuable Education Plan will push millions into significantly higher monthly payments, a serious hardship for families already stretched thin. For many, even a modest increase in monthly loan obligations can push financial stability out of reach. The answer is not to discourage higher education. A college degree remains one of the strongest predictors of lifetime earnings, and Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce projects that nearly 72 percent of jobs will require some form of postsecondary education by 2031. Low entry-level wages and high monthly loan payments, however, mean that too many Americans will face decades of financial strain.

We can’t keep asking young adults to choose between building a career and building a life.

That trade-off reshapes the labor market in ways that affect us all. Gallup

reports that 51 percent of employees with student debt are seeking new employment, and more than half of job seekers say their loan obligations significantly influence which offers they’ll accept. New graduates feel compelled to chase the highest-paying jobs rather than the professions they’re best suited to, creating workforce shortages in the fields our communities need most.

For Long Island employers, student debt is both a challenge and an opportunity. One of the few constructive developments in federal legislation is the permanent extension of tax-free employer contributions to employee student loans. Employers can contribute up to $5,250 annually toward an employee’s student debt with no federal tax burden for either party. Employers of all sizes can implement this support quickly and cost-effectively, strengthening recruitment, retention, and the financial well-being of their workforce.

New York is positioned to build on that progress. Paidly, a platform that empowers employers, borrowers, students and their families to make education affordable, has been working with state legislators to allow tax-free payroll

deductions for student loans and education savings plans. Combined with the existing federal benefit, New Yorkers could direct up to $8,750 annually in taxadvantaged student loan relief — a real and immediate impact for borrowers trying to pay down debt, save for a home or simply stay on Long Island. These solutions are practical, affordable and achievable. Being highly educated and highly skilled should not come with a lifetime sentence of debt. And the 22-year-old who graduates from Hofstra or Stony Brook or Nassau Community College should be able to imagine a future here instead of being forced to leave the moment the loans come due. New York has an opportunity to lead the nation in supporting our workers. By expanding taxadvantaged student loan assistance to the state level and encouraging employers to become part of the solution, we can restore financial stability for working families and make the American dream attainable for Long Islanders.

John Scully is the CEO of Paidly, and Samantha Park is the platform’s content specialist.

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Giving blood: the gift that cannot wait

Summer is a season many of us look forward to. Families head out on vacation, schools close for the year, community calendars lighten and many of the charitable drives and volunteer activities that fill the rest of the year take a brief pause.

Illness, accidents and medical emergencies, however, never take a vacation.

Every day, hospitals across Long Island and around the country rely on a steady supply of donated blood to care for trauma victims, cancer patients, premature infants, people undergoing surgery and those living with chronic blood disorders. When blood is needed, there is no time to wait for donors to come forward. The blood must already be on the shelves.

That’s why the emergency blood shortage announced by the American Red Cross should concern every one of us. The Red Cross reports that blood donations have fallen sharply since the end of May. That is not a problem that can be solved overnight.

Blood products have a limited shelf life. Red blood cells can be stored for only about six weeks, while platelets, which are critical for cancer patients and others undergoing treatment, last only a few days. A constant stream of volunteer donors is necessary simply to keep pace with everyday medical needs.

Unlike many products hospitals use, blood can’t be manufactured in a laboratory. It can’t be ordered from a factory or

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Peter King is right about America’s leadership

To the Editor:

Re Peter King’s op-ed in last week’s issue, “America must not abdicate its leadership”: King is so right in his assessment. While I’m no expert on foreign affairs, I do think I have a unique perspective on the topic he addresses.

You see, my mother was born and raised in Germany, and was 16 when World War II broke out. My father’s parents were born in Germany, but in 1923 they moved to the United States for the very reason King points out: the Treaty of Versailles left Germany impoverished with little hope. So my father grew up here in New York, but as fate had it, my grandparents decided to move back to Germany in the late 1930s, because Germany was once again a prosperous country.

When the war broke out, my father was drafted into the German army

substituted with another medicine. Every pint comes from a volunteer willing to spend less than an hour giving something that costs nothing but can mean everything to someone else.

It is one of the rare opportunities for an ordinary person to directly save a life.

Most blood donors never meet the people they help. Yet each donation has the potential to help a number of patients. A single donation can help save as many as three lives.

It’s easy to assume that someone else will donate — that someone younger, healthier or with more free time will answer the call. But maintaining an adequate blood supply depends on thousands of people making that same small commitment throughout the year, because the demand for blood remains constant.

If anything, summer brings additional challenges. Increased travel can mean more motor vehicle accidents. Outdoor recreation can result in serious injuries. Construction projects continue. Hospitals remain busy. Every one of those situations depends on blood being available.

Long Island residents and the business community have always demonstrated their generosity during times of crisis. For those who have donated before, now is an excellent time to schedule another appointment if they are eligible. For first-time donors, there may be some uncertainty, but the process is safe,

carefully supervised and generally takes about an hour from registration to refreshments afterward. Most donors say the experience is easier than they expected, and leave knowing they have made a meaningful difference.

Donors of all eight blood types — A+, A-, B+, B-, AB+, AB-, O+ and O- — are needed to rebuild the nation’s blood supply. While some blood types are used more frequently than others, every donation strengthens the system that hospitals depend on daily.

This isn’t simply about responding to an emergency declaration. It’s about recognizing that each of us may someday depend on the generosity of someone we’ve never met. Few people expect to need a blood transfusion until an accident, illness or unexpected surgery changes everything in an instant.

When that day comes, no family should have to wonder whether enough blood is available.

Make an appointment to donate blood. The Red Cross collects nationwide, but does not have facilities on Long Island, where New York Blood Centers and other agencies and organizations help meet the need. To learn where to donate, go to AABB.org, the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies, to find an AABB-accredited donation facility.

A single hour you spend giving blood today could mean the difference between life and death for someone in need.

I won’t stand by while our utility rates continue to climb

our neighbors across Nassau County tell me they simply cannot keep up with the rising costs on Long Island. The seemingly unending price increases for basic needs, like groceries, gas, health care and insurance, are forcing more hardworking families to decide what they can afford and what they must go without.

Keeping the lights on and the water running is nonnegotiable, however, leaving families at the mercy of utility bills that creep upward month after month with little warning or reason.

Long Islanders pay among the highest utility rates in the nation, and the cost of power has risen 20 percent since January. This has pushed the cost of living even higher, and made it more difficult to get by. Inconsistent and partisan energy policies, repeated price hikes by utility companies and cuts to assistance programs have sent utility bills soaring. I’m doing everything I can in Congress to lower these costs.

The republican leadership in Washington still has not done enough to

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bring them down or take on the private utility companies that are driving up costs. There must be greater guardrails on these companies, which have collectively requested $50 billion in rate increases nationwide since 2025 to pad their profits. We’re seeing this firsthand in Nassau County, with Liberty Water’s latest proposed rate increases. That’s why I’ve demanded answers from Liberty Water on its repeated requests to increase rates, because no one should have to pay $20 to $30 more per month just to have water in their home.

the Republican leadership in D.C. still hasn’t done enough to bring them down.

about the administration’s plans to address rising electricity costs, and asked why it proposed additional cuts to vital federal support. reports show that elderly, disabled and low-income Long Islanders are struggling to pay their energy bills. Nearly 1,000 more PSEG customers saw their power shut off in April due to overdue bills, compared with last year.

To ensure that Washington is focused on tackling this problem, I helped launch the Congressional Lowering Utility Bills Caucus, a coalition committed to holding utility companies accountable for prioritizing profits over their consumers. I am also co-leading the Stop the rate Hikes Act to prevent utility providers from increasing rates more than once a year. Working families are already struggling to make ends meet, and demanding frequent rate increases is unacceptable.

Holding private utility companies accountable is only part of the battle.

At a recent hearing, I questioned the U.S. energy secretary, Chris Wright,

the Luftwaffe, as it turns out. It wasn’t until I was in college that he revealed this aspect of his life to me. He had always said he was an American soldier, which was believable, as he had no accent growing up in New York. And we lived in Queens, with many Jewish neighbors, and, understandably, he didn’t want this aspect of his past to get out to the neighbors.

So, the question I would always ask my parents was, how could a great country like Germany allow Nazism to happen? They would offer several reasons, including that in the beginning, most Germans thought Hitler was someone who would implode and eventually go away. And by the time they realized that he wasn’t going anywhere, it was too late. Besides, they were just trying to live their lives and recover from the restrictions of the Treaty of Versailles.

But the reason that can’t be ignored was appeasement — King’s central argument in his essay. Like it or not, the U.S. needs to maintain its global leadership as a deterrent to regimes whose goal it is to expand their borders against the will of all other nations. I’m troubled by the administration’s seeming lack of knowledge or respect for history, and how it somehow repeats itself.

I wish members of Congress would speak out more on this topic, and follow King’s advice publicly. While I agree that Europe must increase its defense spending, we need to maintain our role as “global policeman,” because no other country, in my opinion, has the credibility and military muscle to take on this role. Vladimir Putin is not someone who can be trusted. Why we have let him get this far is a reminder that appeasement does not work with evil minds.

WILLIAm FUESSLEr Wantagh

I questioned the administration’s proposal to cut funding for the Weatherization Assistance Program, which helps lowincome households reduce energy bills by about 20 percent annually in New York. In Congress I’m pushing for full funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which has provided critical assistance for more than 40 years to the most vulnerable in our communities. These programs are lifelines for many to afford their utilities, and I’ll continue fighting to preserve them.

Finally, we can’t expect to bring utility prices down with partisan politics or a one-size-fits-all approach. This moment requires us to deliver bipartisan, all-of-the-above energy solutions, and I urged Wright to work with me to do just that. When we spoke, I expressed my support for the Northeast Supply

Framework by Tim Baker

Enhancement natural-gas pipeline project, which is critical for delivering more affordable, reliable energy to Long Island. New York state generates roughly half of its electricity from natural gas, and with this added source of energy, Long Island households that convert from fuel oil to natural-gas heating could save upward of $1,500 a year. We must give local communities the ability to modernize and diversify their energy sources as we explore potentially cost-effective solutions. This way, we are never dependent on any single energy source. Part of the solution is projects like the NESE pipeline, which will reliably deliver affordable natural gas that we depend on to power and heat our homes, while supporting thousands of good-paying union jobs.

People across Nassau County tell me they desperately need relief as they stretch their paychecks further to cover mounting bills. They should never have to think about when and how long they keep their lights on, heat their homes or run their faucets for fear of paying hundreds more a month. That’s why I won’t stop fighting to hold utility companies accountable, preserve vital assistance programs, diversify our energy solutions and lower utility bills for every household on Long Island.

Laura A. Gillen represents the 4th Congressional District.

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