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Hedy Page, in wheelchair, was eight years old when Adolf Hitler invaded Vienna, Austria, and finally escaped the Nazi regime with her brother and parents a year later.

Holocaust survivors discuss their experiences with Kennedy students

By BRIAN KACHARABA bkacharaba@liherald.com

For eight Long Island residents, the stories of surviving the Holocaust remain just as vivid over eight decades later.

Those heroic men and women visited the Kennedy High School library on May 29 to speak to approximately 35 students about experiences during World War II, how they emigrated to the United States, and the antisemitism that still plagues society today.

The survivors who participated included Bella Rosenberg, Gerson Alon, Livia Horovitz, Hedy Page, long-time married couple Sonia and Harry Hochman, and Lea Mlawer.

The event was orchestrated by Kennedy’s Community Leadership program led by juniors Lucas Rich and Oren Kichel, under the direction of leadership teacher Brad Seidman, in conjunction with the Westburybased Selfhelp Community Services’ Holo-

caust Survivor Program.

According to Selfhelp, antisemetic incidents have skyrocketed 344 percent over the last five years and one in five young Americans believe that the Holocaust is a myth.

A similar event was held at the school last year that focused on writing letters to Congress in hopes of getting the events of the Holocaust added to school curriculums.

“I really became interested in antisemitism because of my Jewish background,” Rich said. “I felt very powerful about seeing how Jewish people around the world are being attacked. We started with an Instagram account to show all of these antisemetic events around the world and give strategies to deal with antisemitism. To continue along with that, we decided why not hold an event here similar to the one we held last year with a roundtable discussion with several Holocaust survivors to speak about the

Rabbi Held joins legacy lectures

Renowned Jewish scholar discusses his book, ‘Judaism Is About Love’

By JoRDAN VAlloNE jvallone@liherald.com

Rabbi Emeritus Charles Klein stepped down as spiritual leader of the Merrick Jewish Centre nearly four years ago, concluding a 43-year career. Upon his retirement, Klein and his wife, Betty, established a legacy fund to help the synagogue expand educational opportunities for congregants of all ages.

Last month, the synagogue welcomed Rabbi Shai Held, a leading Jewish scholar, as the third installment in the legacy fund’s lecture series. Held, who earned a PhD in religious studies from Harvard University, is a founder of the Hadar Institute, a center for Jewish life, learning and practice in North America and Israel.

of the most influential teachers I’ve had over the course of my life.

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The first two installments of the legacy series featured speakers in 2023 and 2024.

“We are sitting here in the Rabbi Charles A. Klein sanctuary,” Rabbi Josh Dorsch, the synagogue’s spiritual leader since 2023, said. “This is the sanctuary — but dare I say the community — that was built after what was an incredibly remarkable and amazing career. There’s no more crowning achievement than the legacy, which is why it’s so beautiful that Rabbi Klein’s parting gift was the creation of the legacy fund — creating an endowment to ensure that this community will be able to bring such high class, incredibly powerful, prominent and educational speakers like Rabbi Shai Held.”

In addressing the lecture’s attendees, Klein said he’s long considered Held one of his teachers.

“My love for Jewish study has been fueled by really great teachers,” Klein said. “Rabbi CoNtiNued oN PAge 6

Held’s topic of discussion at the Merrick synagogue on May 21 was simple: “Judaism is about love,” an ode to his latest book published last year with the same title.

MAP program revives Shakespeare Festival

In their first Shakespeare Festival since before the coronavirus pandemic, students and staff at the Meadowbrook Alternative Program took a threepronged approach to the revived weeklong production.

“One-third of the performances were live, and two-thirds were filmed in front of our green screen wall and then edited in Canva and iMovie,” Laura Sheridan, an English teacher and festival organizer at MAP said. “Canva has been a game changer regarding what can be done with the videos.”

In English classes during the third quarter, all students read a Shakespeare play: E1: “Romeo and Juliet;” E2: “Twelfth Night;” E3, AP4: “Othello;” and E4: “Macbeth.”

“This way, all students were familiar with at least some of the material in the festival,” Sheridan said. “Our students spend much time on their feet, in costumes, performing in the classroom.”

This year, Sheridan’s Theater Arts class served integral roles in stage crew, prop making and scene suggestion for all five of the live performances.

“Having a scene from ‘Henry VIII’ was driven by a student who is fascinated with Anne Boleyn and wanted to play her as an actress,” Sheridan explained. “Then, my stage crew suggested using a TikTok approach for the prologue and epilogue for that scene, which required much historical information.”

This enabled production to fit many more students on film, even to say one line.

“When I explained to my Theater Arts class that the story of ‘Romeo & Juliet’ takes roughly three days, they came up with the idea to create a newscast that traced the story in a quick timeline,” she added.

This year Sheridan fulfilled a goal that she has had for 20 years: to have an actual brother and sister play the twins Sebastian and Viola from “Twelfth Night.”

“That’s what was great all around this year: students and staff were so willing to step in and perform,” she said. “Even shy students agreed to read one line.”

This year was also the first that stu-

dents and staff from the district’s Prep Academy program staff also participated.

“At the end of the day, I aim for my students to feel both ownership of Shakespeare’s works and the excitement of seeing themselves and the members of their school family performing and having fun with it,” Sheridan said.

Photos courtesy Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District Teachers and students worked together for the live portion of the MAP Shakespeare Festival on May 16.

Mia McGorty gets ready to play the part of Juliet for a scene in “Romeo & Juliet” as told through a newscast.

Laura Sheridan, an English teacher and festival organizer at MAP, discusses each historical and literary reference during the Shakespeare Festival at MAP on May 16.

BMB students win big at Hofstra

The Bellmore-Merrick Broadcasting students still have the gift of the gab.

The Mepham High School-based student-centered program once again took home the big prize during the Broadcast Alliance for Senior High awards at Hofstra on May 22, winning the Best Broadcast award for the second straight year and third time in four tries with their BMB morning announcements.

The BMB Game of the Week was also a repeat winner in the Best Live Sports category and the program claimed the first-ever Wild Card award for their feature on food insecurity within the community, during which they collected non-perishable food items for Island Harvest. They also earned second-place honors in Best Community News Feature from WABC-TV for their story on the North Bellmore Fire Department and placed third for their “Impact Of Sugar On The Diet” public service announcement.

BMB Parent Association board member Scott Stone won the inaugural Friend of BASH award for his work with the organization in helping to establish the Broadcast Alliance as a 501c3.

Prior to the awards show, students participated in a poster session, where representatives from 20 schools set up tables showcasing their broadcasting programs. Afterward, they joined breakout sessions, two of which were led by BMB students, as well as members of the Hofstra faculty, WABC executives, and the All-American High School Film Festival.

Seniors Anthony Ciuffo, Matthew Natof and junior Mya Passanisi led a session on creating “As Live,” a mock live report that was simulated on the spot with an audience.

“It was a little nerve-wracking, but also a lot of fun to share and to demonstrate what we’ve learned and what we do at BMB every day,” Passanisi said.

Seniors Ryan Marr and Jake Manno also presented an “Elevating Your Broadcasting” program and junior Christina Pena participated in the “Day of Competition,” where students had two hours to collect interviews and piece them together into a 75-second segment.

“We go to the Student Television Network convention every year and meet kids from around the country,” Pena said. “It was cool to see so many kids from right here doing the same kind of things.”

The volunteer-run BASH awards brought together 800-plus students from across Long Island and Westchester, and for the first time this year, schools from New York City and a remote participant from upstate Olean also took part.

— Brian Kacharaba

The BMB senior class celebrated a second consecutive first place finish in Best Broadcast on Long Island.

Photos courtesy Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District

Bellmore-Merrick Broadcasting seniors Matthew Natof, second from left, Makayla Daube, middle, and Anthony Ciuffo, second from right, celebrated a first place selection in the first BASH Wild Card competition.

BMB students celebrated their wins.

Nearly 50 BMB students, faculty, alumni and family attended the 8th annual Broadcast Alliance for Senior High awards at Hofstra University.

TOH announces free women’s golf clinics

By JACK SCHWED Intern

Town Supervisor Don Clavin announced last week that the Hempstead town will offer two days of free golf for women and a skills clinic led by women golf professionals in celebration of National Women’s Golf Month.

The clinics will be held on Wednesday, June 11 and Wednesday, June 25 from 1 p.m. until closing at the town’s golf course in Merrick.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for women in our community to experience golf in a fun, supportive and educational setting,” Clavin said at a news conference on June 4. “Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just starting out, we’re proud to celebrate National Women’s Golf Month by making the game more accessible, and encouraging more women to take up this lifelong sport.”

Women of all skill levels are encouraged to participate in the clinics. It will cover the basics of golf, including driving, chipping and putting. Throughout the afternoon, attendees can also receive expert advice and guidance from professional women golfers.

Golf professional Kelly Brooke said around 3 million women have joined the golfing community since 2021.“Women in golf are the fasting growing population in golf,” Brooke

The philosopher Epictetus said “Men are disturbed not by events, but by the views they take of them.” Arising out of “The Good Life”, by Robert Waldinger, MD, comes the W.I.S.E.R. model for reacting to emotionally challenging situations.

Watch. Initial impressions are powerful but may be incomplete. There is usually more to see. When the impression and the emotional response start to interact, take a moment to pause and thoughtfully observe the situation to prevent a potentially harmful reflexive response. As they say in psychiatry “Don’t just do something, sit there.”

Interpret. We are all seeing the world through our own eyes – what is happening, why it is happening and how it affects us. Our reality is not necessarily that of others. Thinking that a situation is all about us often leads to misunderstanding. When your emotions start to bubble up, it indicates you have something important at stake – a goal, an insecurity or a vital relationship. Figuring out what’s at stake will allow you to interpret the situation better.

who sign up will be able to enjoy a day of free golf as well as a skills clinic led by women golf professionals at the Merrick Golf Course. Above, golfers demonstrated their skills on the green.

said. “You would think it might be kids, but it’s really women.”

The Town of Hempstead is “making great strides” to increase this growing number, she said. Last year, for instance, it introduced 300 women to golf through a “sips and tips” event, dedicating the day to women’s golf.

This upcoming National Women’s Month celebration has a similar aim of expanding the game to a wider demo-

Select. Having watched, interpreted and reinterpreted, you must select your response. Instead of reacting reflexively out of stress, slowing down allows us to choose from more options. As “The Good Life” says “Given what’s at stake and the resources at my disposal, what can I do in this situation? What would be a good outcome here? And what is the likelihood that things will go well if I respond this way instead of that way?”

Engage. Now you are ready to respond more purposefully – aligning with who you are and what you want to accomplish. You’ve observed and interpreted the situation, taken some time to consider the possibilities and their likelihood of success, and you then execute your strategy.

Reflect. “How did that work out? Did I make things better or worse? Have I learned something new about the challenge I’m facing and about the best response? Reflecting on our response to a challenge can yield dividends for the future. It’s in learning from experience that we fully grow wiser.”

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graphic. Clavin emphasized that it is especially important to convey this message to younger women.

“I think it’s important not only for our more senior golfers — but for our future players who are looking to play in high school [or] college,” he said. “It truly is a life sport.”

Clavin said he hopes to see mothers and their daughters spending quality time together without electronics in the way.

“Golf is more than just a game,” he said. “It’s a way to build confidence, community and lifelong friendships. We’re excited to offer this great promotion for National Women’s Golf Month and to tee off some smiles.”

To sign up for the clinic, residents can call the Merrick Golf Pro Shop at (516) 868-4650. The Merrick Golf Course is at 2550 Clubhouse Road, Merrick.

News briefs

County reps secure funding for Camp Ave.

To offset emergency repairs made to Camp Avenue Elementary School last spring, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Legislator Michael Giangregorio secured $104,000 to be utilized by the North Merrick School District. They presented a check to district officials on April 9.

North Merrick residents approved an expense from the district’s Capital Reserve Fund during the budget vote last year to address the emergency partial roof replacement at Camp Avenue. County Executive Blakeman and Legis-

lator Giangregorio’s gracious funding will fully offset the cost to the district. During their visit to the school, they were joined by Superintendent Cynthia Seniuk, district administrators, Board President Megan Ryan, Principal Hillary Bromberg and members of the Student Council to receive the check. The North Merrick community thanks its representatives for securing this much needed funding.

— Jordan Vallone

Those

Jack Schwed/Herald photos Town Supervisor Don Clavin announced an upcoming free clinic for female golfers in recognition of National Women’s Golf Month.

Rabbi Shai Held sees

‘love’ through Judaism

Shai Held is absolutely one of that group. He is one of the most influential teachers I’ve had over the course of my life.”

He called Held a “leading theologian,” noting his biblical commentary.

“He creates this beautiful, rich, wonderful tapestry of learning,” Klein said, adding that the Hadar Institute is an “extraordinary institution. It’s a gathering place for gifted teachers, hungry learners — a world-renowned center for Jewish learning.”

“His latest book, ‘Judaism Is About Love,’ makes clear that Judaism’s essential, eternal message is creating a society that is founded upon love, that promotes love,” Klein pointed out.

Held, who received a warm welcome from the crowd during his lecture at the Merrick synagogue, shared that his inspiration for writing the book dates back to when he addressed students at the Jewish Theological Seminary in Manhattan. He told them: “Judaism is the story of a God who loves us and beckons us to love God back.” One of the students, he recounted, responded: “That just sounds like Christianity.”

“If you hear that and the first thought you have is, ‘Oh, that’s Christianity,’ then there is a much more fundamental and difficult conversation we need to have,” Held said, “which is about how — and why — so many Jews, even passionate, knowledgeable Jews, have internalized a traditional Christian, anti-Jewish caricature, whereby Christianity is about love, but Judaism is about something else.”

Christians far outnumber Jews in global communities, Held said, adding that Jews have been a minority for thousands of years.

“There was a point in American Jewish history where Jews who felt anxious about assimilation but did not have a strong enough Jewish education — and I don’t know if this process was conscious

or unconscious — began to define Judaism as whatever they imagined Christianity was not,” he said.

In his book, Held said, he seeks to illuminate love — “the forgotten heart” of Jewish theology and practice. Through a blend of intellectualism and a respect for tradition and the practices of Judaism, Held conveys that love is a foundational and constitutive part of the Jewish faith.

“Love is an existential posture,” he said. “It’s a stance. If you like the language of philosophy, love is a disposition to feel certain things and act in certain things. If you have the disposition to feel something and you never actually feel it, you either will lose the disposition or you already have.”

Held noted that sometimes it may feel difficult to be disposed to feelings like love — which is totally normal.

“The goal is to be oriented around gratitude, to have a disposition towards being grateful,” he said. “Love, I don’t think, refers to a single feeling or a single disposition.”

He also touched upon the theme of self-worth, after looking at excerpts from Jewish texts that were shared with attendees.

“What if we actually took seriously the idea that all of us are infinitely valuable?” he said. “This is one of the central arguments I’ve been trying to make, especially with young adults: Self-worth is not something you can earn, it is something you try to live up to. You never have to earn your worth — that is the most fundamental claim that Jewish theology makes about being a person. You are already loved because God loves you.”

For more on Held and his work with the Hadar Institute, visit Hadar.org. To learn more about the Rabbi Charles and Betty Klein Legacy Fund and other upcoming programs, visit MerrickJC. org.

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rabbi Shai Held, of the Hadar institute and a renowned Jewish scholar and teacher, spoke at the merrick Jewish Centre on may 21, when he discussed his recent book, “Judaism is about Love.”

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Board ‘takeover’ takes shape at NUMC

By JORDAN VALLONE and LUKE FEENEY of the East Meadow Herald

New York state has begun the transition in leadership at Nassau University Medical Center, following the approval last month of a $254 billion budget package for fiscal year 2026 that included several provisions affecting NUMC, including a “takeover” of Long Island’s largest public hospital system.

The board’s restructuring is unequivocally the best possible news for anyone who relies on NUMC.

GORDON TEppER

Gov. Hochul’s Long Island press secretary

State lawmakers approved the changes on May 7, shifting control from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman to Gov. Kathy Hochul and state Democrats. The changes — which took effect June 1 — seeks to enhance state oversight and set a path toward financial improvement and operational stability at the East Meadow hospital and its extended care facility in Uniondale.

In addition, the state has granted the Nassau Interim Finance Authority, a public benefit corporation, expanded oversight, including the ability to approve hospital contracts exceeding $1 million. The hospital’s public benefit corporation, the Nassau Health Care Corporation, is also required to conduct a study on strengthening NUMC by Dec. 1, 2026.

A newly restructured NUMC board will see six members appointed by the governor — including one recommended by the state Assembly speaker and state Senate president — two appointed by the Nassau County executive, two by the county Legislature’s majority, and one by its minority.

On May 31, Hochul announced her

The state has begun to restructure the Nassau University Medical Center board, with Gov. Kathy Hochul appointing four members on May 31. These changes are part of reforms that were passed as provisions in the state budget.

appointments, including Stuart Rabinowitz, former president of Hofstra University in Hempstead, designating him chair of the 11-member board.

Rabinowitz, a longtime leader in higher education and public policy, now serves as senior counsel at Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone in Mineola. He described the hospital as a “critical safety-net institution that has suffered from years of dysfunction and mismanagement.”

“I’m grateful to Gov. Hochul for the trust she’s placed in me,” Rabinowitz said in a news release, “and I’m eager to get to work with my fellow board members to restore public confidence, implement long-overdue reforms and put this

Who’s on the new NUMC board?

The restructured 11-member board overseeing Nassau University Medical Center includes appointments from the governor, county executive, and Nassau County Legislature. As of early June, the members publicly named are:

Appointed by Gov. Kathy Hochul:

■ Stuart Rabinowitz (Chair): Former Hofstra University president and senior counsel at Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone, LLP

■ Amy Flores: Community manager at JPMorgan Chase

■ Dean Mihaltses: Health care executive and licensed pharmacist

■ Lisa Warren: President of Placid, LLC, a Long Island-based real estate investment firm.

Other seats:

■ One gubernatorial appointee each recommended by the Assembly speaker and Senate president (not yet publicly named)

■ Two appointments from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman

■ Two appointments from the Nassau County Legislature’s majority

■ One appointment from the Nassau County Legislature’s minority

communication from New York state,” she said. “There’s an absence of a transition team from the state and absolutely no transition planning has been provided from the state. This is a travesty.

hospital back on a path to stability and excellence.”

Hochul’s other appointments to the board included Amy Flores, community manager at JPMorgan Chase; Dean Mihaltses, a veteran health care executive and licensed pharmacist; and Lisa Warren, president of Placid, LLC, a Long Island-based real estate investment and management firm.

“These new appointments, and the new authority granted to the state and NIFA, will help ensure accountability, responsible fiscal management and high-quality care for the communities NUMC serves,” Hochul said.

In response to the state’s approval, Blakeman announced on June 3 that the county plans to file a lawsuit against the state in a bid to overturn it, calling it a “power grab” and an illegal move. During a news conference held outside the hospital’s main entrance, he said he refused to name his appointments to the board.

“We will not roll over and play dead,” Blakeman said. “We intend to pursue our rights with respect to the agreements that are in place.”

Blakeman also criticized Hochul for prioritizing spending to meet the needs of recent migrants over the needs of Nassau County residents. He argued that despite Nassau and Suffolk counties contributing billions more to the state than they receive in return, the state has failed to provide funding support for NUMC.

Dr. Irina Gelman, the county’s health commissioner and chair of the board at the hospital prior to June 1, said “employee morale is at an all-time low.”

“There has been a complete lack of

“Their silence has been deafening,” she added. “Failing to plan is planning to fail. It is time to put patient care and safety before politics.”

Specific information about the lawsuit was not provided.

Gordon Tepper, Hochul’s Long Island press secretary, said Blakeman’s “assertions are ridiculous.”

“The board’s restructuring is unequivocally the best possible news for anyone who relies on NUMC,” he said in an email to the Herald. “Due to years of gross mismanagement under his watch, the hospital is in financial peril. This is a desperately needed intervention. The state’s priorities for NUMC have always been ensuring quality patient care and achieving financial stability. The actions taken by the hospital’s leadership and County Executive Blakeman suggest that these priorities are not shared.”

County Legislator Seth Koslow, a Democrat who is running against Blakeman for county executive, slammed Blakeman’s refusal to appoint members.

“While Bruce Blakeman throws another tantrum, our legislators are focused on saving lives,” Koslow said in an emailed statement. “We intend to make our appointment to the NUMC board because we follow the law and put patients before politics. Blakeman’s refusal to name board members isn’t a protest — it’s a blatant refusal to do his job. His administration drove NUMC into financial and operational chaos. Now the state is stepping in to stop the bleeding, and instead of helping, he’s walking off the field. Nassau residents deserve leadership, not a disappearing act.”

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Courtesy Darren McGee/Office of Gov. Hochul County Executive Bruce Blakeman, above, outside of NUMC with Dr. Irina Gelman, Nassau’s health commissioner, details the county’s intent to sue the state over the changes implemented on June 1.

Eat for hydration

Water-based veggies are a nutritional superstar

Most of us grew up hearing the same refrain: It’s important to eat your vegetables. But between cruciferous, allium, marrow, root, and so many more, it can be hard to identify the different types of vegetables and their nutritional benefits. Vegetables with a high water content are known for their refreshing taste, delicious flavor, and hydrating effect. Plant-based foods packed with water and fiber content leave you feeling full, but without feeling bloated.

But are high-water-content vegetables enough to maintain your overall health? Let the nutrition experts weigh in.

Nutritional benefits are real

Water-rich vegetables carry essential nutrients, according to Caroline Schneider, MS, RD.

“Cucumbers and celery provide vitamin K–needed for bone health–and antioxidants, while tomatoes are rich in vitamin C and lycopene, a powerful antioxidant associated with decreased risk for cardiovascular disease and prostate cancer,” she explains.

Similarly, lettuce — which is often written off as a nutritionless vegetable — contains nutrients like folate and vitamins A and C, which help with cell function, vision health, and immune function. These innately hydrating vegetables are great sources of

nutrients.

On the top of the list for nutritional value

According to nutrition expert Kimberly Snyder, water-dense spinach is one of the most nutrient-packed vegetables, with high levels of vitamins A, C, and K as well as iron and magnesium. Snyder and Schneider both recommend celery as another nutrient-dense vegetable, noting it as a great source of vitamin K, folate, fiber, potassium, and calcium. There’s virtually no way to go wrong with these vitamin-rich vegetables.

Overall, “tomatoes, zucchini, and celery provide the most nutritional value,” Schneider says. “Tomatoes offer 30 percent of the daily value of vitamin C along with a high amount of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant associated with lowering chronic disease risk. Zucchini provides 40 percent of our daily intake of vitamins A, B, C, potassium, and magnesium.”

If you can’t decide which water-based vegetable to snack on or toss into a dish, opt for these three superstars.

Hydration boost

Thankfully, our daily water intake includes the water-based vegetables we eat.

“Data shows that we get about 20 percent of our daily water needs from food alone, especially fruits and vegetables,” says

Schneider.“While these foods do not replace the need for drinking water, they can help with your daily fluid intake and can be part of a balanced approach to staying hydrated.”

That doesn’t mean you should neglect your daily water drinking goals (at least eight cups a day), but with this knowledge, you can enhance the hydration experience. Some cucumber water, perhaps?

When to add water-based vegetables to your meal plan

The best time to eat water-based vegetables is anytime, but especially to avoid the

midday slump, according to Snyder and Schneider. They can be incorporated into your meals or consumed as an energyboosting afternoon snack — think celery and hummus, tomato and zucchini minestrone, cucumber and spinach green juice, and so much more.

For a more comprehensive vegetable intake, consider tossing all your favorite water-based vegetables into a delicious salad to completely satisfy your hunger.

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ctive aging – the process of optimizing opportunities for better health, continuing development of knowledge, and increased security in order to maximize quality of life as you age. The word ‘active’ is used to describe a person’s involvement with social, physical, economic, spiritual and civic affairs. We all share the same goal to maintain autonomy and independence as we age, and thus we must rely on preserving the tenants of interdependence (socialization and reliance on family and loved ones) and intergenerational solidarity (maintaining companionship with agematched peers) to insure active aging. Both social isolation and depression are major risk factors for the development of dementia, and both increase as we age. Being a lifelong learner and staying active is important to maintain a healthy, active brain, and can also reduce your risk of cognitive decline and dementia. Some studies have shown that social activities, larger social networks, and a history of social contact are associated with better cognitive function and reduced risk for cognitive decline.

Tips for active aging include:

• Share a meal with family and friends 3-5 times per week

• Commit to an aerobics / exercise regiment

• Learn a new hobby each year

• Play an instrument (learn a new instrument if you already know how to play one)

• If you love to read — keep reading. If you don’t read much, try to read a book every other month

Photo: Water-rich vegetables, such as celery and tomatoes, do more than just hydrate.

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Help for men suffering in silence with erectile dysfunction

It’s a surprisingly common issue—about half of men in the United States experience symptoms of sexual health disorders, such as erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, and premature ejaculation. These disorders impact relationships and affect one’s quality of life.

They are also linked to serious chronic health risks, including heart disease, stroke, diabetes, hypertension, anxiety, and depression. Yet men are often hesitant to seek help, due to embarrassment, lack of awareness that treatments are available, or the belief that these disorders are a normal part of aging.

But men do not have to suffer in silence. At Mount Sinai South Nassau, a new service offers treatment options for an array of men’s sexual health disorders in an environment that respects the patient’s dignity and confidentiality.

Mahyar Kashani, MD, Director of Men’s Sexual Health at Mount Sinai South Nassau, says an array of options are available to address male sexual disorders. “Men across Long Island with erectile dysfunction no longer need to suffer in silence,” said Dr. Kashani. “We have established this program to provide patients with not only support and compassion, but also with specialized surgical and therapeutic treatments that will relieve them of the physical and psychological burdens of their condition. We want our patients to enjoy their sexual health to its fullest!”

Born and raised on Long Island, Dr. Kashani is committed to providing exceptional care to his community. Dr. Kashani sees

Mahyar Kashani, MD, Director of Male Sexual Health at Mount Sinai South Nassau offers an array of options to address male sexual disorders in his patients.

patients at multiple locations on Long Island, including at the Mount Sinai Doctors Carle Place and Rockville Centre locations, and is dedicated to delivering top-quality, accessible care. He offers both nonsurgical and surgical options to address erectile dysfunction and other sexual disorders. He completed a medical degree and a urologic surgery residency at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences Center in Brooklyn, and completed a fellowship in male sexual health and reproductive medicine at Lenox Hill

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Hospital in New York City.

Under the direction of Dr. Kashani, Mount Sinai South Nassau Men’s Sexual Medicine program specializes in personalized, proven treatments including:

• Testosterone replacement therapy—topical gels and injectable and oral therapies to treat problems such as low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, or fatigue

• Treatments for erectile dysfunction—oral (Viagra, Cialis), injectable (TriMix), and other treatments

• Penile implants—surgical option for men with advanced erectile dysfunction

• Premature ejaculation—behavioral changes, topical therapies, oral therapies

Dr. Kashani is also proficient in treating a wide range of general urological conditions as well, such as kidney stones, enlarged prostate, urinary dysfunction, and overactive bladder. For more information about Mount Sinai South Nassau Men’s Sexual Health program or to schedule a consultation, visit southnassau.org, call 516-390-2850 (Rockville Centre) or call 516-877-0977 (Carle Place).

Mount Sinai South Nassau is Improving Health Care on the South Shore

The new Fennessy Family Emergency Department at Mount Sinai South Nassau doubles the size of our previous emergency department, o ering 54 private exam rooms with clear lines of sight for physicians, nurses, and support sta . Our new emergency department also o ers a separate triage area, dedicated areas for children and behavioral health patients, and has been designed to reduce wait times and improve patient outcomes.

The Fennessy Family Emergency Department is located within the new Feil Family Pavilion, opening later this year, which will have 40 new critical care suites and nine new operating rooms, designed to support the most complex surgeries on the South Shore.

To learn more visit www.mountsinai.org/feilpavilion

Long Island Cares’ Paule Pachter retires

By MOHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com

After more than 17 years leading Long Island Cares, President and CEO Paule Pachter has announced his retirement. He will assume the title of president emeritus in an advisory capacity and remain in his current role until a successor is named.

“My time at Long Island Cares has been the most rewarding and productive period of my 46-year history of working in the nonprofit human services sector on Long Island,” Pachter, 71, said in a news release. “Along with our dedicated staff, we have transformed the role of a traditional food bank and developed innovative and effective programs to support those in need.

Long Island Cares is a regional food bank and nonprofit organization headquartered in Hauppauge.

Founded to combat food insecurity across Long Island, it provides emergency food assistance, distributes nutritious groceries, and offers support services to individuals and families in need. The organization operates a network of pantries and distribution centers, including locations in Freeport, Lindenhurst, and Bethpage.

As food insecurity continues to affect an estimated 121,000 Long Islanders, including 65,000 children, Long Island Cares has sought to expand its outreach, opening another pantry in Valley Stream last August.

“I have had the privilege of working with a dedicated team and supportive board of directors that few others have experienced. I’m extremely proud to have had the opportunity to impact the way we respond to food insecurity on a local, state, and national level through my involvement in the Feeding America network,” Pachter said in the release.

“I look forward to welcoming the next president and

Courtesy Long Island Cares

After serving as president and CEO of Long Island Cares for 17 years, Paule Pachter is retiring from his role and will officially step down when his successor is named.

CEO of this historic organization in my new role as President Emeritus,” he added. “We have so much more to do to respond to hunger and to what Harry Chapin said ‘was the shame of America.’”

During Pachter’s tenure, Long Island Cares expanded its services significantly, launching mobile food distribution efforts, veterans’ initiatives, and Baxter’s Pet Pantry, among other community-focused programs.

“When I came to Long Island Cares (the cash on hand was about $8.5 million),” Pachter told the Herald. “As I’m leaving, our budget is $41 million.”

Pachter, who grew up in Brooklyn, led the organization through the creation of multiple satellite pantries, beginning with its Freeport location in 2009. He cited support from Mayor Robert Kennedy and former legislator Dave Denenberg in helping to make the pantry a reality.

Under Pachter, Long Island Cares launched mobile outreach for seniors, veterans and the homeless; and introduced a children’s breakfast food truck. He also expanded advocacy work and government relations.

Pachter was a social worker and served as a Nassau County Department of Mental Health deputy commissioner. He was in an administrative role for United Cerebral Palsy and then a deputy executive director at Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services. “It has always been a passion for me to help people in need,” he said.

“Paule has been an immeasurable asset to Long Island Cares,” David Herold, Long Island Cares board president said in the release. “Paule’s drive and ingenuity led to the creation of many programs and services, including mobile food pantries, a food pantry network, a variety of veterans’ programs, and Baxter’s Pet Pantry. “Not only does Paule’s legacy greatly benefit Long Islanders every day, but his broad vision has been duplicated by food banks nationally to benefit our country’s food insecure,” Herold added.

He said that other than founders Harry and Sandy Chapin, no one person has had a greater impact at Long Island Cares than Paule Pachter. “It has been an honor and privilege to work with him,” he said. “I and the entire board look forward to continuing to work with Paule through and after this transition.”

Merrick man facing multiple charges

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

A North Merrick man pleaded guilty last week to a series of charges related to an attempted bombing at the Nassau County Department of Social Services in September 2024, as well as multiple unrelated crimes involving fraud, forgery, and identity theft, Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced.

James Luca, 47, admitted in Nassau County Court to attempting to ignite an explosive device at the social services

building on Charles Lindbergh Boulevard in East Meadow. He pleaded guilty before Judge Terence Murphy to firstdegree criminal possession of a weapon, a B violent felony, and obstruction of governmental duties by means of a bomb or hazardous substance, a D felony. Luca also pleaded guilty to an array of additional charges in separate cases, including a second count of first-degree criminal possession of a weapon, second- and third-degree residential mortgage fraud, two counts each of seconddegree forgery and criminal possession of a forged instrument, four counts of

first-degree identity theft, two counts of fourth-degree grand larceny, and four counts of first-degree scheme to defraud. He is expected to be sentenced on July 8 to nine years in prison and five years of post-release supervision.

“This defendant is dangerous and unpredictable, instigating fear and terror in his personal life and attempting to sow that same terror when he targeted the dedicated public servants at the Nassau County Department of Social Services with an explosive device,” Donnelly said in a statement. “Now, he faces nearly a decade in prison. Our communities will be safer with him off our streets.”

This defendant is dangerous and unpredictable.

ANNE DONNELLy District attorney Nassau County

According to prosecutors, around 1:42 a.m. on Sept. 17, 2024, Luca left his Van Nostrand Avenue home in North Merrick and met with a co-defendant. The pair drove to the NCDSS building, where Luca placed a 20-pound propane tank and a smaller camping tank at the building’s entrance, topped with a torch. Surveillance footage showed Luca attempting to ignite the homemade bomb by throwing lit flares at it, but the device failed to detonate.

Authorities said the men returned to East Meadow and switched vehicles before heading back to Luca’s home. Later that morning, the NCDSS director of investigations discovered the device and alerted police. The Nassau County Police Department’s Arson and Bomb Squad, the Uniondale Fire Department, and the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s Office evacuated the building and secured the scene. A second 20-pound propane tank and road flares were later recovered nearby.

Luca and his co-defendant were arrested Oct. 3, 2024.

In a separate case, Luca admitted to placing an explosive device on his exwife’s car in February 2023 and detonating it, shattering her windshield. He caused further damage to her vehicle in a separate incident in January 2024.

Luca also pleaded guilty to defrauding a relative by forging loan documents and a deed to transfer property ownership. He obtained a $410,000 mortgage on the home, which ultimately went into foreclosure due to nonpayment, leaving the relative with more than $600,000 in debt. He further used the same relative’s identity to open personal and business credit cards with American Express, accruing more than $200,000 in unpaid charges. In another scheme, Luca impersonated a different relative to open utility accounts at three East Meadow properties, including his own.

The attempted bombing case is being prosecuted by Deputy Bureau Chief Lee Genser of the Narcotics, Firearms and Gangs Bureau.

Courtesy NCPD

James Luca, 47, was charged last week

Celebrating Long Island’s local businesses

By MADISON GUSLER

Over 750 members of Long Island’s business community joined the Herald for the fourth annual Herald Long Island Choice Award’s ceremony. People packed the ballroom at Crest Hollow County Club to hear about the best Long Island has to offer.

The Long Island Choice Awards presented by PSEG Long Island on May 13 is a community choice award organized by RichnerLIVE Events that involves local communities in electing the best businesses in a range of categories. Companies and organizations across the Island are elected in 250 categories before undergoing three rounds of voting to whittle away the top three competitors. The winners are announced at the annual gala and are officially recognized as the best Long Island has to offer.

This year’s event was the biggest RichnerLIVE Events has ever held. We congratulate all the winners and runner-ups on their amazing accomplishments!

“It is once again a privilege for our companies to host this great event,” Stuart Richner, publisher of the Long Island Herald and CEO of Richner Communications, said. “Remember tonight is not just about celebration, it’s about creating unforgettable moments and sharing in the joy of success.”

“The people in this room are the economic engines of our communities,” he said. “As a second generation business owner myself, I know how challenging leading a business can be. But leading a

business can also be incredibly rewarding, and the rewards certainly outweigh the challenges.”

“The Long Island Choice Awards celebrates Long Island businesses for their resilience, strength, innovation, excellence and an unwavering dedication to their communities,” David Lyons, interim president and COO of PSEG Long Island, said. “Without your hard work, we would not have the thriving downtown districts in so many of the local Long Island neighborhoods that we call home.”

Lyons noted PSEG’s business customer advocate program and the team that assists businesses in navigating their programs and services.

“They work tirelessly to support small businesses that fuel our local economy, offering personalized guidance and solutions,” he said. The team offers multiple services, including free energy assessments that help businesses save on costs.

“We’ve been around for 55 years, since the 1970s,” Matthew Kahn, president of Friends of Bridge, Inc., said.

“We’re a local not-for-profit which really helps our community. We’re very well respected by the community and we’re very proud to have won this award tonight.” The Valley Streambased outpatient alcohol and drug treatment agency won the award for best addiction rehabilitation center.

“I feel humbled to be able to even do what I do, to help people heel,” Kimberly Zedalis with Integrative Health and Wellness, Inc. in Farmingdale, said. Zedalis accepted the award for best functional medicine. “This has just

been an incredible journey that I’ve been on in my life and I’m elated to win.”

Several organizations and businesses won multiple awards. Molloy University took home three, including best adult education/continuing education programs, best university and best university president.

“Like anytime our university gets the accolades it deserves, I’m proud of our accomplishments,” James Lentini, university president, said.

To view more pictures please visit RichnerLive.com/lichoice. To see a complete list of the 2025 Long Island Choice winners visit LiHerald.com/ long-island-choice-awards.

Photo by Tim Baker

Keynote Speaker, Interim President and COO from PSEG Long Island, David C. Lyons

Photo by Tim Baker

Long Island businesses await the announcement of their category winners

Photo by Holden Leeds

The Stroke & Brain Aneurysm Center of Long Island

Photo by Tim Baker

Emcee’s Jon Daniels from K-Joy 98.3 and Reporter Antoinette Biordi from News 12

Photo by Holden Leeds

Dr. Ryan Sugarman from Memorial Sloan Kettering

Photo by Tim Baker

Calmer U Holistic Health Care Center & Spa in East Rockaway

Photo by Tim Baker

Teemer Moving Storage in Long Beach

Photo by Tim Baker

Miss Long Island

Photo by Tim Baker

The Rizzuto Law Firm in Uniondale

Photo by Holden Leeds

A&C Pest Management in East Meadow

Photo by Holden Leeds

South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Freeport

Photo by Holden Leeds

Villacorta Law Group P.C.

Photo by Holden Leeds

TLC Companions Home Care in Bethpage

Photo by Holden Leeds

The Cabana in Long Beach

Photo by Holden Leeds

Ringelheim Wealth Management Group UBS in Garden City

Photo by Holden Leeds Winters Bros. Waste Systems

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Davidov Law Group in New Hyde Park

Photo by Holden Leeds Azerbaijan Grill in East Meadow

Photo by Holden Leeds Hampton Inn & Suites by Rockville Centre

Photo by Holden Leeds Raagini in Baldwin

Photo by Holden Leeds Bagel Boss

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President Dr. James Lentini from Molloy University in Rockville Center

Photo by Holden Leeds

The Barnyard in Farmingdale

Photo by Christine Rivera

Integrative Health and Wellness, Inc in Farmingdale

Photo by Holden Leeds Rockville Centre Auto Repair

Photo by Holden Leeds Epic Escape Rooms LI West Hempstead

Five PCLI awards won

Five different newspapers under the Herald Community Media banner took home five awards at the annual Press Club of Long Island at the Fox Hollow Country Club.

The five-part series on the hidden dangers of noise and light captured first place in the Narrative Environment category. The writers were former Herald reporter Nicole Formisano, and current staffers editor Will Sheeline and reporter Angelina Zingariello.

The judges said: “Compelling, wellwritten, well-researched series covering noise, air, and light pollution. Not only scientific, their words also touch the human soul.”

Formisano also took home a second place award in the Narrative Obituaries category. Her piece in the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald illustrated how a grief support group was dealing with their own sorrow after losing the group’s leader Angela Mendola.

In the same category, editor Roksana Amid received a third place award for the remembrance of Bob Canavan for the Glen Cove Herald.

Amid was also part of the team that included Sheeline and another former Herald staffer Laura Lane that took third place in the Narrative Government & Politics category for “Souzzi’s win: Examining the voting dynamics.”

Senior reporter Mohammad Rafiq also collected a third place award in the Narrative Non-local News/Feature category for his story “Journalist unearths

Michael Romero/Herald

Herald Community Media won five PCLI awards on June 5. Editor Will Sheeline and reporter Angelina Zingariello.

and honors Civil War Ancestor.”

“At Herald Community Media, we strive every day to deliver impactful, community-focused journalism — and earning five Press Club of Long Island awards is a proud testament to our team’s dedication and the trust our readers place in us,” Stuart Richner, president and CEO of Richner Communications Inc., said about the June 5 recognition.

The Press Club of Long Island is open to professional and student members of the Society of Professional Journalists. To learn more, visit PCLI.org.

–Jeffrey Bessen

BRUCE A. BLAKEMAN

NASSAU COUNTY EXECUTIVE presents

FREE HARRY CHAPIN LAKESIDE THEATRE CONCERTS

Friday, June 13, 7:00pm

National BBQ Festival

JD Leonard, Decades of Country

Saturday, June 14, 7:00pm

National BBQ Festival

Warren G and DJ Belal

Sunday, June 15, 10:00am-4:00pm

National BBQ Festival

Family Entertainment including:

Professional Wrestling with Champonship Entertainment Productions and Rolie Polie Guacamole

Monday, June 16, 5:00pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: Manhattan Skyline & Sons of Pitches

Thursday, June 19, 7:00pm

Juneteenth Celebration

Chrisette Michele and Earth Wind & Fire Tribute by D’votion

Saturday, June 21, 7:00pm

Disco Unlimited

Monday, June 23, 7:00pm

The Mavericks

Thursday, June 26, 7:00pm

Orleans and Atlantic Rhythm Section

Friday, June 27, 7:00pm

Million Dollar Reunion

featuring stars of Broadway’s Million Dollar Quartet

Saturday, June 28, 7:00pm

Freestyle Meets Salsa

featuring: TKA/K7, Tito Puente Jr., Joey Cruz, La Sonora 495, Forever Freestyle Band

Thursday, July 3, 5:30pm

(Rain date Saturday, July 5)

TD Bank Celebrate America

Fireworks & Show: Face to Face LI, Chicken Head, and Glenn Strange Band

Thursday, July 10, 7:00pm So Good – Neil Diamond Tribute

Saturday, July 12, 7:00pm Desert Highway Tribute Eagles Tribute

Sunday, July 13, 4:00pm Family Day on the Lake featuring Beauty and the Beat and wide-ranging entertainment for children and families

Thursday, July 17, 7:00pm Doo Wop Show

featuring: Kid Kyle, The Capris, Vito Picone and the Elegants

Friday, July 18, 6:30pm

Tribute to Harry Chapin with Corey Reiman & The Dilemma Band

Saturday, July 19, 7:00pm Russell Dickerson

Monday, July 21, 5:00pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: Vinny Medugno & The Chiclettes

Friday, July 25, 7:00pm

Dean Karahalis & the Concert Pops of L.I.

Saturday, July 26, 7:00pm

Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway

Thursday, July 31, 7:00pm

Christopher Macchio & The Nassau Pops: Opera and The Classics

Friday, August 1, 7:00pm Half Step - Grateful Dead Tribute

Saturday, August 2, 6:45pm Salute to Veterans

American Bombshells & Streetfighter - Rolling Stones Tribute

Sunday, August 3, 6:00pm

The 42nd Infantry Division Band, NY Army National Guard

Thursday, August 7, 7:00pm

Lady Supreme A Diana Ross Experience

Friday, August 8, 7:00pm

The Boss Project - The Premier Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band

Thursday, August 14, 7:00pm The Castellows

Friday, August 15, 7:00pm

Dancing Dream - ABBA Tribute

Saturday, August 16, 7:00pm Midtown Men - Original Cast of Jersey Boys

Monday, August 18, 5:00pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: Stan Zizka & The Del Satins

Thursday, August 21, 7:00pm Let’s Sing Taylor Taylor Swift Experience

Friday, August 22, 7:00pm Yachtley Crew 70s and 80s Soft Rock

Friday, August 29, 7:00pm

Misty Mountain, Led Zeppelin Tribute and Who’s Next, The Who Tribute

Saturday, August 30, 7:00pm Elvis Crespo

Sunday, September 14, 6:00pm Ashley McBryde

Friday, September 19, 7:00pm Parti-Gras with Bret Michaels and a Renowned Former Lead Guitarist –TBA

Friday, September 26, 8:00pm Steve Aoki with DJ Theo and Untamed

EISENHOWER PARK

FREE ADMISSION | Bring Blankets or Chairs | Parking Field #6

Weather permitting, call 516-572-0200 for up-to-date information.

STEPPING OUT

Dad’s day, Dad’s way

Fire up the grill and let him sizzle

By Karen Bloom

When it comes to Father’s Day, some dads want ties, others want tools — but for many, what really gets their hearts (and taste buds) fired up is a perfect day at the grill. Forget the recliner — Dad’s real throne is next to the barbecue, tongs in hand, flame sizzling, and the unmistakable aroma of grilled steak in the air. Whether Dad’s the grill master or you’re stepping up to serve him, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a steakhouse-quality meal made right in your own backyard. It’s simple, satisfying, and a fun way to show appreciation — with flavor.

Savor the steakhouse staples

Steak lovers know the stars of the grill — ribeye, strip, porterhouse, and tenderloin. These cuts are popular for a reason: bold beefy flavor, juicy texture, and just the right bite. But no matter the cut, the real secret to a great steak lies in the marbling — those small white flecks of fat throughout the meat. That’s where the flavor lives. More marbling means more mouthwatering bites.

Grill like a pro

Want to serve a steak that earns a standing ovation? Follow these tried-and-true grilling tips. Heat it up: Make sure your grill is hot before placing the meat down. A sizzle on contact means you’re locking in all those savory juices. Keep it simple: With a high-quality steak, you don’t need a long marinade — just a touch of salt and pepper lets the natural flavors shine. Tongs only, please: Never use a fork to flip steaks. It pierces the meat and lets the juices escape. Stick with tongs or a spatula.

Timing is everything: For 1-inch thick steaks, grill over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side for a perfect medium-rare (145°F).

Let it rest: After grilling, give steaks a few minutes to rest before slicing. That helps keep all the tasty juices right where they belong — inside the steak.

Bring on his inner chef

Want to impress Dad with professional-looking grill marks? Here’s a chef’s trick: Place the steak at a 45-degree angle to the grates. After 3–4 minutes, rotate it 90 degrees to create those signature diamond marks. Flip and repeat for a restaurant-

style presentation.

This Father’s Day, skip the crowded restaurants and let the grill be the center of the celebration. Whether you’re flipping the steaks or just cheering Dad on from the sidelines, it’s a surefire way to make the day deliciously unforgettable.

“Cowboy” Steak with Steamed Guinness French Onion Beans

• 4 18-ounce bone-in “cowboy” ribeye steaks

• 12 ounces (3/4 pound) red skin potatoes, cut in 1-inch chunks

• 1/2 pound green beans, cleaned

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 shallot, peeled and minced

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut in 1/2-inch cubes

• 3/4 cup French onion soup

• 1/2 cup Guinness beer

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1/4 cup french-fried onions

Preheat grill to medium high. Assemble aluminum foil pouch; add potatoes, beans, garlic, shallot, butter, soup, and beer. Seal pouch and grill to steam.

Season steaks and grill over medium-high heat to medium rare (145°F internal temperature) or desired doneness. Remove steaks and let rest for 4 minutes.

Remove foil pouch, salt and pepper vegetables to taste; top with french-fried onions. Serves 4.

Skewered Shrimp with Black Bean-Lemon Rice

• 24 large raw, headless, peeled shrimp, with tails on (about 1 pound)

• 24 whole green onions, trimmed to 6 inches in length

• 24 cherry tomatoes

• 2 poblano chili peppers, seeded and cut into 24 pieces

• 8 12-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water

Marinade/Dressing:

• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 2 medium garlic cloves, minced

• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

• 3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

Rice:

• 3 cups hot cooked brown rice

• 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

• 3 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Whisk marinade ingredients in small bowl. Reserve 1/2 cup mixture in separate bowl and set aside. Place shrimp in a resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over shrimp, seal tightly and coat well. Refrigerate 30 minutes, turning frequently. Remove shrimp from marinade (reserving marinade). Place shrimp on skewers, alternating with tomatoes, chilies and onions (folded in half).

Preheat grill on high heat. Brush skewers with reserved marinade and cook 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until shrimp are opaque in center. Place remaining marinade in a small saucepan on the grill to heat slightly. Toss rice with black beans, cilantro and lemon zest.

To serve: Top rice with skewers and spoon remaining marinade over skewers.

Grilled Summer Veggies

Take advantage of the season’s bounty and serve this terrific side dish.

• 1 green bell pepper, quartered

• 1 eggplant, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch-thick rounds

• 1 red bell pepper, quartered

• 1 yellow squash, cut crosswise on the bias into 1/2 inch-thick slices

• 1 zucchini, cut crosswise on the bias into 1/2 inch-thick slices

• 2 tablespoons chopped herbs, such as tarragon, thyme and/or basil

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar

• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preheat grill to high heat. Working in batches, arrange veggies on the grill and cook, flipping once, until tender and just beginning to char, 3 to 5 minutes for the zucchini and squash, 6 to 8 minutes for the peppers and eggplant. Spread out to cool slightly on a large baking sheet.

Roughly chop hot veggies into bite-size pieces and toss with herbs, vinegar, salt and pepper on a large platter. Serve warm, at room temperature or cold.

“Don’t stop believin’… Voyage returns with its rockin’ tribute to Journey. The popular band takes everyone back when Journey’s timeless music ruled the airwaves. Hailed by fans and critics alike, the band performs the music with chilling accuracy. Theeir attention to detail is unrivaled: blistering guitar solos, lush keyboard arrangements, electrifying stage presence, and stunning harmonies, has earned them a reputation as the ultimate homage to Journey’s timeless music. Fronted by vocalist Pedro Espada, whose range and tone is acclaimed as rivaling the iconic Steve Perry, he’s backed by a lineup of world-class musicians who bring every note to life with precision and heart. Voyage doesn’t just perform Journey’s greatest hits — they transport audiences back to the height of arena rock glory. From the soaring ballads of “Faithfully” and “Open Arms” to the anthemic energy of “Don’t Stop Believin’” and “Separate Ways,” every performance is a journey through the soundtrack of a generation.

Saturday, June 14, 7 p.m. $40, $35, $30, $25, $20. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

‘So Happy Together’

The Happy Together Tour is back and ready with an evening of groovy tunes. The touring sensation that’s crisscrossed the nation delighting audiences for over a decade returns with a show full of chart-topping hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s — an undeniable 61 Billboard Top 40 smashes. The Turtles once again join the tour, also acting as musical hosts for the evening. Along with them are Jay and the Americans, Little Anthony, Gary Pucket, The Vogues and the Cowsills. The Turtles, of course, are best known for their harmony-heavy California pop sound — with such hits as “Elenore,” “She’d Rather Be With Me” and the title of the tour, “Happy Together,” Ron Dante joins the lineup to delight with his own mega-hits, “Sugar Sugar” and “Tracy.”

Saturday, June 14, 8 p.m. Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. Tickets available at livenation.com.

“Cowboy” Steak

Skewered Shrimp with Black Bean-Lemon Rice

Your Neighborhood CALENDAR

JUNE 12

‘Summer of Love’ Pet Adoption

The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter welcomes summer with the return of its “Summer of Love” pet adoption program. Now through Sept. 1 all pet adoption fees will be waived, making it easier than ever to adopt a pet. Each adoption includes free spaying/neutering, vaccinations and microchipping. Additionally, there is only a $10 licensing fee for dogs. This summer, spread the love and provide a fur-ever home to these shelter animals. Check out the friendly faces of the dogs and cat before arriving at shelter. Browse photos and profiles at hempsteadny. gov/179/animal-shelter or on the shelter’s Facebook page.

•Where: 3320, Beltagh Ave., Wantagh

•Time: Ongoing

•Contact: at hempsteadny. gov/179/animal-shelter or (516) 785-5220

On

Exhibit

Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, the original “Deco at 100” coincides with the 100th anniversary of the 1925 Paris International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts (Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes) that publicly launched the movement. The direct follow-up to the well-received 2023 exhibit, “Our Gilded Age,” it comparably links the period’s signature innovation in the decorative arts, Art Deco, to the fine arts. On view through June 15.

•Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

•Time: Ongoing

•Contact: (516) 484-9337 or nassaumuseum.org

JUNE 13

National BBQ Festival

The National BBQ Festival touches down in Nassau County at Eisenhower Park for the first time on Father’s Day Weekend. It’s slated to be packed with mouthwatering eats, entertainment and family-friendly fun, through June 15.

•Where: 1899 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow

•Time: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

•Contact: nationalbbqfest.com

‘Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!’

The beloved musical adventure, ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved award-winning, best-selling children’s books, is back on stage at Long Island Children’s

JUNE 21

The Fab Faux

Little Learners Art Lab

Each week in this engaging workshop, participants are introduced to hands-on materials, artmaking, and inspiration from artists and techniques. Young kids, ages 2-5, build critical thinking skills, expand vocabulary, and support imaginations as they play, create and explore.

This week families Learn about portraits while making abstract self-portraits and frames! $4 with museum admission.

•Where: Museum Row, Garden City

•11:30 a.m.-noon

•Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

JUNE

Kiwanis Bicycle Challenge

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

• Time: 8 p.m.

•Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

The Beatles find their way back to the stage — in the form of the Fab Faux. The acclaimed band brings out the best Beatles moments, appearing on the Paramount stage. With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of Beatles’ repertoire, The Fab Faux treat the seminal music with unwavering respect, known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later works never performed live by the Beatles). The musical virtuosity of The Fab Faux — in actuality five New York City-based musicians —upends the concept of a Beatles tribute band. Far beyond being extended cover sets, their shows are an inspired rediscovery of The Beatles’ musical magic. In this concert, you’ll hear “A Hard Day’s Night” and “Abbey Road” in their entireties. The Fab Faux tackles the group’s most demanding material onstage in a way that has to be experienced to be believed. In addition to their note-for-note accuracy, the band is famous for blurring the lines slightly and injecting their own musical personalities into the performances. Imagine hearing complex material like “Strawberry Fields Forever” or “I Am the Walrus” performed in complete part-perfect renditions; or such harmony-driven songs as “Because,” “Nowhere Man” and “Paperback Writer,” reproduced with extra vocalists to achieve a double-tracked effect. That’s The Fab Faux experience. $125, $110, $89.50, $79.50, $69.50, $49.50.

Museum, ending this weekend. Willems’ classic characters Elephant and Piggie storm the stage in a rollicking musical romp filled with plenty of pachydermal peril and swiney suspense perfect for young audiences.

•Where: Museum Row, Garden City

•Time: 10:15 a.m. and noon; also June 14, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

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

Westbury House Tour

For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now go beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour. Be introduced to the intensive labor required to create the lifestyle experienced by the Phipps family and their guests; tour the many rooms that were “behind the scenes” to create the formal dining experiences of early 20th century. Go along the corridors to the butler’s pantry and silver cleaning room then descend the 17 steps to the kitchen, scullery, and wine storage rooms located on the ground floor. Reservations required.

•Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

•Time: Noon-1 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.; also June 15-16, June 18-19

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Father’s Day Car Show

Stretch your legs on Father’s Day and enjoy a car show, featuring an array of vehicles.

$20 fee, funds raised benefit the Nassau County Sheriff’s COBA Widow’s & Children’s Fund

•Where: Merrick LIRR station

•Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Storybook Stroll

Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for a special storybook adventure in celebration of Juneteenth. Stroll the gardens and share the story of Juneteenth with Kim Taylor’s “A Flag for Juneteenth.” Also take part in a quilting-inspired craft based on the story. For ages 3-5. Storybook Strolls start at the Beech Tree (next to Westbury House), and end at the Thatched Cottage.

•Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

•Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

•Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

Threads of Freedom: Juneteenth and the legacy of Black quilting Award-winning quilters Diane Larrier Collier and Marilyn Hamilton Jackson visit Old Westbury Gardens to discuss Juneteenth, Underground Railroad quilts and the enduring cultural tradition of Black quilting. Most people think the majority of quilts in Black communities are folksy or improvisational, and that’s just not true; they’re actually very diverse. The lecture at the Barn at Orchard Hill highlights several of their Juneteenth quilts, and a version of the Underground Railroad quilts. Free with admission, but preregistration required.

•Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

•Time: 6-7 p.m.

•Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

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Library lecture series

Merrick Library’s history lecture series continues with a discussion of the history of Jones Beach, featuring local author John Hanc.

•Where: 2279 S. Merrick Ave

•Time: 6:30 p.m.

•Contact: merricklibrary.org or call (516) 377-6112

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Ride in support of others. The Nassau Bicycle Challenge (formerly Nassau to Suffolk Bicycle Challenge) supports the work of the Kiwanis Club of North Shore Foundation. It supports charities such as Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center, Pediatric Lyme Disease Foundation, Kamp Kiwanis, NOSH, Boys and Girls Club and charities aligned with those of Kiwanis International “Serving the Children of the World”, including Kiwanis’ signature programs of Klothes 4 Kids, Koats 4 Kids and Kicks 4 Kids. The beautiful ride through the Gold Coast features picturesque vistas and water views. Choose from a 25 mile loop with 1,060 feet of vertical climb or the more challenging ride with an additional 10 mile loop, totalling 35 miles, with 1,600 feet of vertical climb. Routes are clearly marked and ride is equipped with a rest stop. Snacks and water provided. Sponsorships also available. Online registration ends June 24, but walk-ins are welcome. Online registration is $50, day of is $60.

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Holocaust survivors visit Kennedy H.S.

importance of countering antisemitism today.”

After being introduced by Rich and Kichel, the survivors met in individual groups of about five students each to talk about their stories. Harry Hochman spoke about how his brother and father were executed during the Holocaust and helping his two sisters to get to safety. Horovitz described the conditions of the 10 different concentration camps she found herself in, and Mlawer told her group about emigrating from Poland to Brooklyn after the Holocaust and learning English well enough to eventually attend college in the borough.

“It means an awful lot because I want those children to know what Jewish people had to go through,” Sonia Hochman said.

Reactions from the students ranged from shock and sadness to solace and a little laughter when small jokes provided a much-needed comedy relief.

Senior Arielle Polk was in the group with Horovitz and was greatly impacted by her story.

“She reminded of my own grandmother,” she said. “She told us about her experiences in the camps that she had been to and she told us stories about how every single morning, no matter the weather, they would come outside and they had to raise their arms above their heads and if they dropped their arms, even a little bit, they would be hit. It was horrible hearing about it because her and her friends still suffer from this.”

For Alon, however, the event was bittersweet. His wife Shirley attended last year’s event at Kennedy, but passed away last September after being togeth-

eight Long island Holocaust survivors visited

es with that historical event.

er for 70 years. Alon got emotional as he remembered his long-time companion, but also realized that he needed to attend these events in her honor.

“I always came to these things because I feel that I have something to share, something to talk to the kids about,” he said. “And I’ll tell you the God’s honest truth, it was always my wife that was pushing me to do these things, but I sort of liked it and when I heard there’s a thing going on today, I got to go there because my wife is not around anymore.”

to talk to students about their

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SOCIETY, FSB, Pltf. vs. CIRO CINIGLIO, et al, Defts. Index #607176/2023. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Aug. 15, 2024, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a 108 Kenny Ave., Merrick, NY 11566 a/k/a Section 63, Block 133, Lot 14. Approximate amount

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A. This is a typical case of “you snooze, you lose.” I regularly hear from people who tell me that their friends, contractors, even their attorneys, in some cases, give them “off the record” advice not to make waves, not to do anything. But the issues and requirements don’t just go away, and design professionals are held back from what you really wanted them to do, like an addition or a home makeover, many years later.

Waiting and ignoring the requirements has put you in a much more difficult situation. Since Sandy, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has required that people who received funding, whether directly from the federal agency or through public funds like New York Rising, had to confirm that the funds were put toward the repairs they were meant for. It’s just like providing your car insurance company the receipts and/or an inspection to confirm that the money they gave you for repairs was spent on the car, and not on some fraudulent luxury expense.

In 2013, your municipality required a repair permit, and instead of repeatedly contacting you, they opted to say that they notified you (once or twice), and now it’s your problem that you didn’t respond. The friction this created has lasted long after the memory of the flood turmoil has diminished. People feel ambushed, but arguing or passing on the requirement doesn’t make it go away.

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A life celebrated for my brother, Kevin

My brother Kevin recently passed away. Death is a reality each family must confront. There’s no denying death’s heartbreaking impact on family and friends. But it’s important we take the opportunity to celebrate the life of the family member and friend we lost. My experiences with death growing up were as a Catholic altar boy assisting at funeral masses. The priest wore black vestments. The music and hymns were beyond somber. “Dies Irae,” an essential prayer at the Requiem Mass, was a Latin term depicting Judgment Day as the “Day of Wrath.” From my recollection, the funeral service was far from uplifting.

All that would change during the reforms emanating from the Vatican Council of the early and mid-1960’s, symbolized by the Requiem Mass, now called a “Celebration of Life,” were white priests’ vestments being substituted for black and “Dies Irae” being discarded.

Kevin, whose death followed almost

itwo years of suffering from a debilitating, rare form of blood cancer, did have his life celebrated by family and friends. Kevin was my younger brother but, as he always reminded me, a better athlete. A mediocre student in high school, he emerged at St. John’s University, graduating with honors and going on to enjoy an extremely successful career working for an industrial parts company with national and international operations, allowing Kevin to comfortably retire at a much younger age than I did.

Kevin was similar to our father ... never resentful or jealous of anyone.

Most important, Kevin was dedicated to his family — his wife JoAnne with whom he celebrated a 50th wedding anniversary last summer; his children Tara and Kevin; and his grandchildren K.J., Sienna and Camryn. Kevin was also a Mets fan who not only had season tickets but also would attend Mets spring training games at Port St. Lucie, Florida.

Kevin was similar to our father being intensely loyal and never resentful or jealous of anyone. So long as his family was doing well and was healthy, that was more than enough for him. Also emulating our father, Kevin never once complained or bemoaned his fate during more than 18 months of devastating ill-

ness, which he knew was bound to be terminal. He would speak to me matterof-factly: “I might not make it this time, but you never know,” before telling me “K.J. went 4-4 the other night and threw out a guy trying to steal” or “Sienna is really getting good at soccer.” Our conversations always ended upbeat. Kevin was particularly thankful to our sister Barbara, a retired nurse, who was supporting and advocating for him continually throughout his illness.

In the last conversation I had with Kevin just six days before he died, he reminded me of a Mets dinner we attended in 2016 when Mets first baseman Lucas Duda and Islanders great Bobby Nystrom were at our table. Days later, Kevin was brought from Plainview Hospital, where he had received such outstanding care, to his home in Seaford, where he passed away peacefully.

Kevin’s wake at Schmitt Funeral Home was indeed a celebration. Family members, including cousins we hadn’t seen in a while, were there. So too were local officials, including County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Chairman Joe Cairo and congressmen Nick LaLota and Tom Suozzi, labor leader Anthony Simon and All-American Notre Dame

quarterback Terry Hanratty. Though Kevin was not a member of either of their parishes, Monsignor Steve Camp from St. Patrick in Huntington and Fr. Joe Fitzgerald from St. William in Seaford came by to offer their uplifting celebratory condolences. Then there were the neighbors and people he worked with over the years sharing their memories of Kevin’s thoughtfulness and loyalty. Most moving was the outstanding, heartfelt speech given by his son Kevin.

The Celebration of Life Mass at Maria Regina Church the next morning was indeed a fitting finale to Kevin’s life, as were the patriotic musical renditions by the Nassau Police Pipe Band before and after the Mass and the dignified carrying of his flag-draped coffin by members of the NYPD Ceremonial Unit, which had been formed by our father more than a half-century ago. The final sendoff was a moving Honor Guard ceremony, which included the playing of taps by the 11th New York Regiment United States VolunteersAmerica at St. Charles Cemetery.

In true Irish tradition, our celebration of Kevin’s life continued through the afternoon at Paddy’s Loft Pub! Kevin R.I.P.

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

The Rich Must Tread Lightly in Politics

f you are familiar with the musical “Fiddler on the Roof,” you know the song “If I Were A Rich Man.?”

In that song ,Tevye, the patriarch of the family, dreams of all of the trappings that come with being rich . There is no doubt that there are many benefits to being affluent and most rich people can conquer many of life’s challenges. In my thinking, there is one exception, where the rich can’t always buy their way and that’s in the field of politics. There are so many examples of cases where the very rich try their luck in the political world and get burned by the experience. The most obvious is the current case of Elon Musk, said to be the wealthiest person in the world. Musk made his first foray into the political minefield when he decided to spend tons of personal wealth to help re-elect President Trump.

The real numbers are elusive but it is estimated that he invested at least

T$250 million in the 2024 national election. Most of the funds went to the Trump campaign but a sizeable amount went to various races around the country, including a judicial contest in Wisconsin. The race for the top court post didn’t work out so well as Musk’s candidate took a beating in a race where the incumbent used the Musk name as a successful weapon.

Undeterred by his Wisconsin loss, Musk plunged into the Washington battlefield by becoming the head of the Department of Governmental Efficiency (D.O.G.E.) To a businessman used to having his way all the time, taking a government position aimed at creating efficiencies in government sounded like a dream job. Being able to cut waste and fraud sounds like becoming a Superman in the nation’s capitol.

dealerships ablaze is enough to give any rich man a super migraine headache. Having many of his visions dashed by the GOP Congress, Musk is now back in Texas.

here are countless others who had unlimited funds and backers who flamed out.

Another example of a rich man getting burned in the political world is Michael Bloomberg. Bloomberg’s political career started out with great long-term promise. Having brilliantly run his own company, he chose to run for the job of Mayor of New York City. The voters were anxious to have a Bloomberg take over the city and he succeeded in having three effective terms in office. Buoyed by his highly acclaimed tenure as mayor, Bloomberg decided to dip his toe into national waters and run for president.

to participate in a national candidates debate. Unprepared for such an event, he was ambushed on national television by Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA). In a short 24 hours, his candidacy ended.

There are countless others who had unlimited funds and backers who flamed out when they pushed their fame and fortune a little too hard. Kelly Loeffler, who now chairs the Trump S.B.A., was an interim U.S. Senator for two years. Her wealthy family backed in her run for a six-year term, but Democrat Jon Ossoff upset her efforts. David Purdue, another wealthy Georgia resident who had strong corporate credentials, lost his re-election run to Democrat Rev. Raphael Warnock.

A short time ago Musk announced he was returning to the private sector to take care of his many businesses. By all counts, Musk has lost at least $100 billion in wealth, including a 51 percent loss in the value of the Tesla Company. That was bad enough, but to have people burning Tesla cars and setting Tesla

With a budget of at least $1 billion, the Bloomberg presidential effort got off to a brilliant start. He assembled great political minds on his staff and created a model political campaign. From personal observations, his operation was smooth, well-planned and highly professional. Many prominent business figures offered their backing and all was well until the mayor chose

There are dozens more stories of politicians whose money couldn’t buy short or long-term political happiness. And there are quite a few successful rich people serving at all levels of government. But there is a caveat for all rich men and women. If you think money alone will get you to the top in politics you are deluding yourself.

Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. Comments about this column? jkremer@ liherald.com.

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Saving the environment means fixing our lawns

Suburban America, and Long Island, has always been defined by its picket white fences, apple pie, and of course emeraldgreen lawns, perfectly mowed in house after house. But this idyllic dream hides a growing ecological nightmare; these lawns are an environmentally disastrous drain on Long Island’s water supply, habitat and wildlife, and even the pocketbooks of regular homeowners.

This is why we need to begin embracing sustainable landscaping, before it’s too late.

At its core, sustainable landscaping revolves around harmonizing green spaces with native flora, a practice that inherently supports local wildlife. By opting for plants naturally adapted to the region’s climate and soil, homeowners create havens for birds and other animals. These native species not only provide crucial habitats but also bolster biodiversity, essential for maintaining resilient ecosystems in an ever-changing world.

Long Island boasts a wide variety of beautiful native grasses, such as Broomsedge and Appalachian sedge or tufted hair grass. Despite this, the most popular grass species on Long Island lawns are tall fescue (from Europe), perennial ryegrass (from Eurasia and North Africa) and Kentucky bluegrass (from Eurasia and North Africa).

Because these species are not native to Long Island and most lawns use only a single grass species, this leaves what are effectively ecological dead zones; the beautiful green lawn reduces biodiversity, which means fewer bugs and birds visit to help pollinate nearby plants and flowers, which chokes out life and nutrition from the soil and eventually, from Long Island itself.

Insects like bees, butterflies and beetles, critical pollinators and prey for larger species, struggle to survive in

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these sterile grass monocultures that offer little food or shelter. Without these insects, birds lose a key food source, especially during nesting season. A mother chickadee, for example, needs thousands of caterpillars to raise a brood. But caterpillars only thrive on native plants. When yards are dominated by turfgrass and exotic ornamentals, the local food web begins to collapse.

This habitat loss ripples up the food chain. Foxes, squirrels, chipmunks, and deer rely on complex plant life for food, cover, and breeding grounds. Traditional lawns fragment the landscape, replacing vital thickets and understory with flat expanses that support little biodiversity. Even suburban predators, such as owls and hawks, struggle when the small mammals they hunt become scarce.

In addition to destroying our environment, this process also weakens the initial goal of having a beautiful lawn by killing the nutrients in the soil, making it harder for the transplanted grass to grow, demanding more water from our aquifers, which are already nearly wrung dry.

Water scarcity concerns are not foreign to Long Island, making sustainable landscaping a pragmatic choice. By selecting drought-resistant plants and employing water-efficient irrigation methods, such as drip systems and rainwater harvesting, residents significantly reduce their reliance on municipal water supplies. This not only conserves a precious resource but also mitigates runoff pollution, ensuring cleaner waterways and healthier aquatic ecosystems.

Traditional lawn care often involves heavy use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which can adversely impact soil health and pose risks to human health and wildlife. Since Long Island is after all, an island, we also have to worry about this from the lens of its impact on our Sound. Fertilizer runoff is high in nitrogen, and constant runoff has fueled

Federal money for fire departments

To the Editor:

As a member of the in Nassau and Suffolk counties to apply for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant program.

Thank you for serving on the front lines and protecting our communities from fires, emergencies, and natural disasters. As a representative in Congress, I’m committed to supporting our first responders by maximizing the federal resources we bring back from Washington to Long Island to help you do your jobs safely and effectively.

The program aims to help fire departments, including volunteer departments, recruit, retain, and increase the number of trained firefighters available in their community.

My team and I are eager to assist you, and I would be glad to

the Sound’s rising temperature and increasing number of algal blooms in the past two decades.

In contrast, sustainable practices emphasize natural soil amendments like compost and organic matter, fostering nutrient-rich soils that support vigorous plant growth without synthetic inputs. Integrated Pest Management techniques further minimize pesticide use by leveraging natural predators and cultural practices, ensuring pest control without compromising environmental integrity.

The benefits of sustainable landscaping extend beyond aesthetics. Dense, healthy lawns act as effective filters, trapping dust, pollutants, and carbon dioxide while releasing oxygen—a vital contribution to improving local air quality. Moreover, practices such as composting and mulching enrich soil structure, promoting microbial activity and enhancing its ability to sequester carbon—a crucial strategy in combating climate change.

Individually, each sustainable landscape may seem modest in scale, but collectively, they form a formidable force for environmental change across Long Island. As more residents adopt these practices, the cumulative effect reverberates through neighborhoods, parks, and public spaces, fostering a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and resilience.

Transitioning to sustainable landscaping begins with understanding local soil and climate conditions, selecting appropriate native plants, and adopting waterefficient irrigation practices. Regular soil testing and thoughtful plant selection tailored to Long Island’s unique ecosystem are pivotal in creating thriving, low-maintenance landscapes.

We only have one island. Together, we can preserve Long Island as an Edenic paradise where our families can live, grow and play safely and healthily for decades.

Alarmed over Hochul’s plan to expand nuclear power

Gov. Kathy Hochul is making a major push to not only build new nuclear plants in New York State, but also to make New York “the center of a nuclear revival in the u.S.,” Mark Dunlea, chair of the Green Education and Legal Fund and a leader on environmental issues, said in a recent email calling for support to “stop Hochul’s nuclear push.” Dunlea, author of the book “Putting Out the Planetary Fire,” was cofounder of both the New York Public Interest Research Group and national PIRG. He said Hochul “buys the argument that nuclear is carbon-free, avoiding looking at the life cycle of nuclear and its carbon footprint,” which includes, he noted, significant emissions of carbon in uranium mining, milling, enrichment, fuel fabrication and at other points.

So far, Dunlea said, Hochul has been focusing on upstate for new nuclear

development rather than, “at the moment,” Long Island. For decades, a battle raged that stopped the plan of the Long Island Lighting Company to build seven to 11 nuclear power plants here. If there is again a plan for placement of nuclear power plants on Long Island, Dunlea said, “hopefully, Long Islanders would stand up and beat it back.” Hochul has also become involved in promoting nuclear power nationally.

The Clean Air Task Force, based in Queens, which advocates nuclear power, issued a press release in February stating: “The National Association of State Energy officials announced a multi-state initiative to accelerate advanced nuclear energy projects” that was “first previewed by Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York last month and will be co-chaired by New York.” The heading of the release: “New York leads multi-state consortium to drive nuclear energy deployment …” What the nuclear industry and nuclear power supporters in government are calling “advanced” nuclear power plants, the union of Concerned Scientists has

Letters

write a letter asking for full and fair consideration of your application.

The FEMA SAFER Grant program provides federal funding directly to career, combined, and volunteer fire departments for hiring new, additional firefighters, and for the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters.

In FY24, there is $324 million available through the program. These grants are already appropriated from our tax dollars. But you must apply to get these funds to come to our communities or they will go to other towns and cities across the country. You may find additional information about the program at fema.gov/grants/preparedness/firefighters/safer and access the Notice of Funding Opportunity and fema. gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_ gpd_safer-nofo_fy24.pdf.

The deadline to apply for the Fiscal Year 2024 SAFER grant program is July 3 at 5 p.m. eastern time. You can complete the full application at Go.Fema.gov. You may also contact the SAFER Program Help Desk for technical assistance and any questions you might have as you apply at: (866) 274-0960 or by email at FireGrants@ fema.dhs.gov.

Please do not hesitate to contact my office by calling (202) 225-5516 for any support or assistance. Thank you for your work to help protect and secure our communities, and I look forward to continuing to work with you to make Long Island safer.

LAuRA A. GILLEN Member of Congress

determined in a report, are no better — “and in some respects significantly worse” — than current nuclear plants.

a battle raged that stopped the plan ... to build seven to 11 nuclear power plants.

Tim Judson, executive director of the Nuclear Information and Resource Service, points out that Hochul made nuclear power “a specific priority in her State of the State speech” in January. In it, she declared: “The economy of the future: microchips fabs (fabrication plants). Data centers and the supercomputers that power AI need tremendous amounts of energy. To support these industries, we’ve already started developing an advanced nuclear strategy.” Hochul is a Democrat, but there is support for nuclear power among Republican officials in New York, too.

As the Syracuse.com website has reported: “Fort Drum, the u.S. Army base outside Watertown, could become the first New York site to try advanced nuclear power technology if the Army goes along with pleas from … u.S. Reps. Elise Stefanik and Claudia Tenney, both upstate Republicans.” They “issued a joint letter October 25 urging the Army to put Fort Drum first in line for one of

Harvesting summer aid

To the Editor:

Summer is near, and while that means sunshine and beach days, it also means uncertainty for many Long Islanders about where their next meal will come from.

Hunger doesn’t take a vacation, and unfortunately, food insecurity spikes during the summer when school meal programs pause and food donations tend to slow down. That’s why PSEG Long Island has launched our fifth annual Power to Feed Long Island food drive, a civic effort to support our neighbors in need.

Starting June 13 in Massapequa and through the end of September, PSEG will be setting up food collection bins at eight Stop & Shop supermarkets across the Island — one location every other Friday. The list can be found at PsegLiNy.com/ feedLI. We encourage everyone to donate nonperishable food items and personal care essentials, all of which will be distributed through our partners at Island Harvest Food Bank to local pantries, soup kitchens, and food programs throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.

As a small token of thanks, PSEG Long Island volunteers will be offering free LED light bulbs and reusable shopping bags to donors. Representatives will also be on hand to provide information about energy efficiency and financial assistance programs. Island Harvest staff will share how they are working to combat hunger every day.

the small modular nuclear reactors.” Stefanik is a front-runner to challenge Hochul for governor in 2026. The Syracuse.com piece noted Hochul’s drive for “new nuclear power in New York,” which was highlighted by her having “hosted an energy summit (in September) in Syracuse that focused heavily on nuclear power.”

Laura Shindell, New York State director of the organization Food & Water Watch, criticizes what she terms “Governor Hochul’s nuclear embrace” and said she should commit to “real climate and affordable energy solutions.” World Nuclear News, a publication of the World Nuclear Association, ran an article in January headlined “New York State looks to advanced nuclear.” It reported that Hochul has advanced “a master plan for advanced nuclear development” and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority “has joined Constellation (Energy, the largest nuclear power plant operator in the u.S.), on a grant proposal to help it pursue an early site permit for advanced nuclear reactors” at the site of the Nine Mile Point 1 and 2 nuclear plants upstate.

Karl Grossman is an author, TV program host and journalism professor at SUNY Old Westbury.

In the past four years of Power to Feed events, Long Islanders have donated the equivalent of more than 130,000 meals. So as we get ready to enjoy backyard cookouts and Ducks games, let’s remember that there is hunger in every ZIP code on Long Island. Please join us and our part-

ners, Stop & Shop and Island Harvest, as we work to put more meals on more tables this season. Because no one should go hungry in our community.

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Climbing the Rope Bridge at the Huckleberry Frolic — East Rockaway

DAvID LYONS Interim President and COO PSEG Long Island

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