oceanside remembers the heroes
With flags flying high, Oceanside paid tribute to America’s fallen heroes during the annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday.
Father-daughter theatrical team set to perform at Friedberg JCC
By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com
The Friedberg JCC in Oceanside will host “Being Somebody” — a truly singular theatrical event on June 19 — starring 89-year-old psychologist-turned-actor Dr. Howard Mase and his daughter, singer and performer Marla Mase, 60. Together with director and co-producer Elizabeth Browning, the real-life father-daughter duo takes audiences on a sweeping, intergenerational journey through storytelling, music and movement — testing the boundaries of age, memory, and the enduring power of family. The idea for “Being Somebody” was born in
December 2022, just days after Howard’s wife of many decades died at age 84.
“It was essentially an accident,” Howard recalled about how “Being Somebody” was created.
On Dec. 31, while they were observing the Jewish tradition of sitting shiva, their friend — and Marla’s longtime acting coach — Browning encouraged Howard to read aloud some childhood vignettes he’d penned in 1988. Browning was moved to tears.
“Howard, this is a show the world needs to hear,” she said.
Howard was initially reluctant, saying “I love
O’Side MMA fighter set for his pro debut
By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com
Zachary Blumberg’s journey from a small, bullied teenager growing up in Oceanside to a promising MMA fighter is a testament to discipline and an unwavering belief in his abilities.
When he steps inside the cage, Blumberg, a featherweight, is known as one of Long Island’s most promising and fierce amateur mixed martial arts combatants — and his record speaks for itself. At 27, he is poised to make his professional debut, sporting an impressive 5-0 amateur record.
As a teen, Blumberg had several encounters with bullies — the kind that forced him to change the route he walked home from school or stay alert at the skate parks.
“I was always a smaller kid,” he recalled, “constantly dealing with bullies and looking for ways to defend myself.”
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training ground
For Blumberg and his
friends, the streets and parks held their own unique set of dangers.
“I always was a pretty active kid — skateboarding, sports, just running around,” Blumberg recalled. “But growing up in Oceanside, and even before that when I lived in Brooklyn, there were always situations where I had to defend myself. There’d be people trying to jump us or start fights just for being there. It made me realize I had to do something to protect myself.”
That instinct for self-preservation soon led him to a deeper calling.
Discovering a purpose
What began as a means of self-defense soon became a passion. Inspired by action movies and fighters like Mike Tyson and UFC fighter Dustin Poirier, Blumberg found solace and strength in combat sports. His parents recognized his potential early on, introducing him to boxing and encouraging his self-defense training.
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Empire Wind stop work order lifted, project resumes construction
By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com
The Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management informed Equinor on May 19 that the stop work order issued last month has been lifted for its Empire Wind 1 project, allowing construction to resume.
“We appreciate the fact that construction can now resume on Empire Wind, a project which underscores our commitment to deliver energy while supporting local economies and creating jobs,” Anders Opedal, president and CEO of Equinor ASA, said.
The initial stop work order was issued on April 16. Shortly before the order last month, elected officials and community members gathered in Long Beach to voice their opposition to new battery storage facilities and wind turbines, further adding to the seemingly constant retorts to the projects.
“I would like to thank President Trump for finding a solution that saves thousands of American jobs and provides for continued investments in energy infrastructure in the U.S.,” Opedal said. “I am grateful to Governor Hochul for her constructive collaboration with the Trump Administration, without which we would not have been able to advance this project and secure energy for 500,000 homes in New York. We are very appreciative of New York City Mayor Adams, congressional leaders, including Senator Schumer, Senator Gillibrand, Representative Garbarino, and Representative Goldman, as well as labour groups and other advocates that have maintained their steadfast support for the project.”
Equinor originally planned two projects, Empire Wind 1 and 2, in which it would have constructed a total of 147 wind turbines, each 886 feet tall, as well as the stations housing the cables that
transfer energy from the turbines to land, all 15 to 35 miles offshore. Empire Wind 1 was slated to supply power to the Brooklyn area, and Empire Wind 2 would deliver power to the grid in Nassau County and connect to the E.F. Barrett Power Station in Island Park.
Equinor and BP announced that the agreement with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority on Empire Wind 2 had been scrapped in January 2024, but Empire Wind 1 received final approval by the state’s Public Service Commission last May.
“This project delivers on the energy ambitions shared by the United States and New York by providing a vital new source of power to the region,” Molly Morris, president of Equinor Wind U.S., said. “Empire Wind brings supply chain investments in states across the nation including New York, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Texas and South Carolina.”
Equinor said it will perform an updated assessment of the project economics in the second quarter. Empire said it aims to be able to execute planned activities in the offshore installation window in 2025 and reach its planned commercial operation date in 2027 and will engage with suppliers and regulatory bodies to reduce the impact of the stop work order.
Assemblyman Ari Brown was one of the many elected officials and residents to speak out against the project, joining the crowds at many rallies throughout the entire timeline of the project thus far.
“News that the federal stop-work order on Equinor’s offshore wind project has been lifted raises serious concerns for our communities,” Brown said in a statement. “We are seeking further clarity on the rationale behind this decision and how it aligns with the longterm interests of the people of Long Island.”
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The stop work order on Equinor’s Empire Wind project was lifted on May 19, allowing work to resume.
O’Side Coalition rallies for safer summers
By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com
With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer — and the beginning of what safety experts call the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers — community leaders gathered at the Oceanside Library on Friday morning to address underage drinking, impaired driving and the critical role families play in prevention.
The news conference, hosted by the Oceanside SAFE Coalition, a community-based organization formed in 2015 in response to alarming youth suicide and substance-related deaths, hosted the conference, bringing together government officials, law enforcement, and prevention experts to tackle the pressing challenges.
“Our collective mission is to prevent and reduce underage drinking and substance misuse among Oceanside youth,” said Allison Eriksen, project coordinator for Oceanside SAFE. “With the summer months approaching and celebratory yet high-risk times ahead of us, it’s crucial to highlight the impact that social access and community norms have on our youth.”
Speakers included Congresswoman Laura Gillen, Assemblyman Ari Brown. Legislator Patrick Mullaney, Assemblywoman Judy Griffin, Nassau County Deputy Chief of detectives William Leahy Executive Director of Long Beach AWARE Judi Vining and Executive Director of Long Beach AWARE and Deputy Chief of detectives William Leahy.
Eriksen cited results from the Coalition data found the top four ways students in grades 7–12 obtain alcohol are: at parties, from underage friends, through retail establishments, or from a parent or guardian with permission.
“If we understand the culture and the subcultures within our community, we can better address the issues at hand,” she said.
The social host law emerged as a critical tool in prevention, with local officials emphasizing the legal and moral responsibilities of adults. Penalties can include
significant fines and jail for those who knowingly allow underage drinking on their property.
“Long Beach was the first community in New York State to have a social host law,” Vining said. “There are now 18 counties, and I think 37 communities that have laws based on the Long Beach law.”
Gillen, a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, unveiled a “comprehensive roadway safety strategy” last month. Her plan includes increased resources for law enforcement, infrastructure investments, and keeping impaired drivers off the road.
She emphasized that traffic safety is just as urgent as substance prevention, especially in the summer months when fatal crashes spike. She called attention to Long Island’s troubling distinction: “One in five deaths from a car crash in New York happens here.”
Practical advice was abundant, including recom-
mendations to lock up alcohol, communicate with other parents, and create open lines of communication with teenagers.
“The first step is to stop being your child’s friend,” said Assemblyman Ari Brown. “Stop saying, ‘As long as they’re doing it under my roof.’ That message has to stop. If you suspect anything, don’t hand them the keys. Sometimes tough love is what they need.”
An upcoming June 9th program will provide further details on the social host law, offering parents additional tools and insights into protecting their children. As summer approaches, the message was clear: Communication, and community involvement are key to keeping teens safe during these high-risk months.
“We need every part of our community working together—legislation, enforcement, parenting, schools—to protect our kids,” Vining said.
O’Side resident reveals sweet TV success
By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com
In a delightful journey from theater to television, Kim Goldfeder Clarke, 55, an Oceanside resident, captured the hearts of viewers and judges alike by winning the third season of the Great American Baking Show on the Roku channel. The Great American Baking Show is a U.S. adaptation of the beloved British series The Great British Bake Off. It features amateur bakers from across the country competing in a series of challenges to be crowned America’s Best Amateur Baker. The show is set in the iconic white tent, maintaining the atmosphere of its British counterpart. The victory was a moment of pure joy and disbelief for Clarke. Despite entering the competition without expectations of winning, Kim’s passion for baking and infectious personality set her apart. A former theater performer with a background in musical theater, Clarke credits her confidence to years of stage experience. Born in Queens and raised in Elmont, Clarke was 13 when she first learned to make “cream pops” alongside her grandmother and her best friend’s mother.
“I felt so fancy even though it wasn’t,” she recalls of hollowing out choux pastry
to fill it with extra pudding for her grandmother’s delight.After graduating from Elmont Memorial High School in 1987, Goldfeder Clarke went on to earn a B.A. in Theater at Binghamton University, followed by a vocal scholarship to the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Manhattan. Those years on stage—and in Model United Nations conferences at Elmont Memorial High— honed her poise under pressure. She toured regionally in musicals and appeared as an extra on Party Girl (1995), Law & Order: SVU, and The Americans.
“Being comfortable on stage and not being afraid to make a fool of myself… that prepared me for the tent,” she explains.
Professionally, Goldfeder Clarke has spent much of her adult life managing national auto shows and promotional events for a California–based advertising agency. Even amid logistics and deadlines, she never lost sight of her first love: baking. Over sixweeks, she tackled signature bakes, blind technical challenges, and her Showstopper finale—a cinnamon-carrot cake with a fondant bunny, vibrant cherry-rhubarb pie, and a savory rosemary focaccia that ultimately won her the crown. Long before realityTV fame, Golfeder Clarke built a global
community around an English bulldog named Bentley. What began in 2009 as a simple Facebook page evolved, during the pandemic, into daily livestreams of “eggy time” and coffee chats that drew over 20,000 international followers. “It became like a town square,” she said. “Everybody was afraid, everybody was lonely... and it became a safe haven where people could just have any form of regularity, and humor.”
When Bentley passed away at nearly 12, Golfeder Clarke shared her grief live—and redirected fan donations to rescue organizations in his name. A few weeks later, she surprised her audience with Bentley’s grandnephew, Oliver P. Boston Bottomsley—“the missing ingredient is love,” she said.
Whether she’s crafting a torte or cheering on rescue dogs, Golfeder Clarke’s philosophy is simple: “If you have a dream, don’t put it on hold.” Her advice to fellow late-bloomers? “Fail miserably and learn from it. My first bread was a rock on a roll, but now I won Bread Week. Don’t say no to yourself.”
Goldfeder Clarke has lived in Oceanside since 2002 with her husband Gerald Clarke—a retired NYPD officer—her mother, and her two bulldogs. She’s writing a short-story and recipe collection
was a top
country after winning the third season of
Great American Baking Show’.
about Bentley, with 10 percent of proceeds benefiting animal rescues, and exploring partnerships to bring her bakes to local restaurants.
“I didn’t just win for me,” she said, “I won for everyone who’s believed in me.”
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Oceanside SAFE Coalition, local elected officials and Oceanside Library and School representatives all worked together to educate the community on local host laws and keeping teens safe over the summer.
Courtesy Kim Golfeder Clarke Oceanside’s own Kim Goldfeder Clarke showed why she
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and orchestra, led by Patricia Hamilton, also performed. Every Oceanside elementary school provides music instruction beginning in grade three.
Education’ for 10th time
For the 10th time, Oceanside has been selected one of the Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation. “I’m so proud of our incredible music educators who made this happen and of our students who work so hard to excel in music. I’m also grateful for families who get their children to early morning practices and a community, including our administration and board, that supports the arts,” said Andrew Frey-Gould, director of Media, Fine & Performing Arts.
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Clients often ask whether the home should be deeded to the client’s adult children, while retaining a life estate in the parent or whether the Medicaid Asset Protection Trust should be used to protect the asset.
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All of the foregoing may lead to a situation where the family finds they must maintain a vacant home for many years. Conversely, a properly drafted MAPT preserves the full capital gains tax exclusion on the sale of the primary residence and the home may be sold by the trust without obligation to make payment of any of the principal towards the client’s care, assuming we have passed the look-back period for facility care of five years.
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The Kindness Club students at School Four worked with Oceanside High School’s Kindness Kids to offer “get well” wishes to patients recovering at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital. Ashley Blom, a second grade teacher at School Four and the Kindness Club advisor,
School Four, Oceanside High collaborate on Kindness Spotlight on the Stars Premieres
Spotlight on the Stars has become so popular that more and more students want to participate in the annual variety show performance. The show features high school and middle school students from both general and special education programs performing song and dance numbers in various small, medium, and large ensembles. It all
reached out to the high school’s club after hearing about them from a fellow teacher. The students drew and colored to make cards for patients, with the hope of “bringing a smile to their faces during a challenging time,” Blom said.
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culminates with a rousing full cast number. The annual Spotlight on the Stars show took place at Oceanside Middle School on May 20. Students sang and danced together to older and more modern classics including “On Broadway,” “Uptown Funk” and “New York, New York.”
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Oceanside students young and old got together to help out patients at Mount Sinai South Nassau.
Danger of Southern State is constant concern
‘Blood Alley’ stretch lives up to its name on roadway with grim total of over 3,000 crashes per year
By BRIAN NORMAN bnorman@liherald.com
Third in a series on the Southern State Parkway.
The 23.5 miles of the Southern State Parkway, which stretches from the Queens-Nassau border to Heckscher State Park in East Islip, has daily traffic congestion and frequent accidents, so numerous that one portion is called “Blood Alley.”
There have been over 3,000 accidents a year on the parkway since 2021, a majority of which occurred in Nassau County, according to New York State Police. Last year, 15 of those crashes were fatal, the highest number in recent years.
The section of parkway between exits 17 and 32 is widely referred to as Blood Alley due to its high accident rates, which include several fatalities. The road’s narrow lanes, sharp turns and poor lighting have all contributed to its dubious distinction as one of the most dangerous roadways in the country.
Elmont resident Winston Waters said that he has lived in the area for 40 years, and has often found himself having to plan his day around the congestion of the parkway.
“I work around it as much as I can,” Waters said. “There are times when I have to leave early to get to work — you know, I’ve got to deal with that — but I try to work around it. I try and leave very early, after rush hour, before rush hour, those kinds of things.”
Waters said his backyard once resembled a national park, with thick trees that helped muffle the sound of the nearby parkway. But since the trees were removed because of their age, the noise has become a growing issue, and the constant congestion is beginning to spill into the community, disrupting daily life.
see the roadway.
And despite the noise, she is not a fan of the huge sound walls erected on other roadways, such as the Long Island Expressway. “The walls are kind of ugly, Kordulak said.
“I personally didn’t want to see that much traffic in the area,” he added, “because it (creates) a lot of congestion, particularly if there’s an accident or there’s in the morning, rush hour — you have a lot of people that come through, come off the exit and then they want to maneuver through the side streets, which decreases the quality of life.”
Blood Alley lived up to its name in January, when a car overturned near Exit 29 in North Massapequa, killing two people and seriously injuring two others. The driver was speeding and weaving in and out of traffic before losing control and crashing into a tree, police reported.
South Park Drive, in North Massapequa, sits within sight of the parkway and Sharyn Kordulak can see vehicles whizzing by from the front of her house.
“You get used to all the noise, the drone of the traffic,” Kordulak said, noting that some neighbors have blocked out portions of the cyclone fence on the opposite side of the street so they don’t
Valley Stream resident Patrick Goin, who has been an advocate for safer conditions along the highway, specifically near Exit 13 in Valley Stream, said that he is hopeful that the myriad complaints about the parkway complaints will be addressed.
“I’m the one who spoke with Carrié for something to be done about that intersection, because my uncle had a severe car accident where he almost died and his car was totaled,” Goin said, referring to Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages. “There’s been a few accidents. My uncle wasn’t the first, so that’s being addressed.”
Goin added that he lives right near Exit 13, and that speeding by motorists coming on and off of the parkway has become a recent issue for him and his neighbors when they try to leave their homes.
Exit 13, which serves both Central Avenue south and Linden Boulevard north in Valley Stream, is one of the more widely reviled entry and exit points along the highway, with residents calling for fixes for several years.
In 2018, Valley Stream resident Nayyer Zubair created a petition that documented residents’ concerns about safety. The petition, which currently has 672 signatures, calls for the addition of leftturn lanes and signals on Central Avenue to facilitate safer turns onto Stuart Avenue; lighting upgrades to enhance
pedestrian visibility and safety; and the addition of traffic cameras to deter redlight violations and other dangerous driving behaviors.
The state Department of Transportation unveiled a plan on May 8 to reconstruct eastbound Exit 13, with construction set to begin in the spring of 2027. The project aims to create safer conditions for drivers entering and exiting the parkway.
However, some residents questioned the need to reconstruct the entire exit.
Valley Stream resident Dayle Cohen said she recognized the issues that occur at the exit, but questioned how a massive project like this could affect the community even more.
“I drive this route often,” Cohen said. “I know a lot of people run the stop sign when you’re getting up (the ramp to) the highway. People coming from the Linden (Boulevard) side always struggle to make their right lane on Stuart. But I really haven’t noticed any (bigger)
issues. I’m not an expert — I don’t know the traffic patterns. I don’t know the statistics, and my only concern was people run the stop sign, but then you wait a minute and it’s no big deal. I’m not sure about the price tag and how it will affect people who actually live right here, but I personally didn’t see a need for it.”
In Islip Terrace, not far from the Southern State’s eastern terminus, Jo Borda has lived off Spur Drive South, on Juniper Street, for 33 years, and though the parkway is wider there than in its western portion, accidents still occur.
“All times of the day, people are turning too fast off the exit and crashing on the turn,” Borda said. “Once right into the corner house.”
The former Franklin Square resident had advice for motorists. “People just need to slow down,” Borda said.
Additional reporting by Jeffrey Bessen. Next installment: Engineering challenges, infrastructure needs.
Jeffrey Bessen/Herald photos
One of many makeshift memorials that dot the Southern State Parkway landscape memorializes Ciara Hare, who was one of three people killed in a 2022 crash near Exit 32, at the end of what is called “Blood Alley.”
Osmar Vasquez was killed in 2023 when the driver of the car in which he was a passenger apparently lost control and crashed between exits 36 and 37.
‘Being Somebody’ to be performed at JCC
reading my stories, but acting onstage? I’m not really sure.”
Howard agreed when Browning suggested he didn’t even have to memorize lines. “You know, you can just read the stories,” she said. “Reading, I could do,” he responded.
Howard said he remembered the moment vividly. “Five days later, we were alone, and Marla said, ‘Dad read Elizabeth your stories, because he loves reading his stories … he wants to read them, and it would make him happy.’”
Howard began to share personal tales of his 1940s Brooklyn childhood — “growing up as a skinny little Jewish kid” amid post-war optimism — and has transformed them into a critically acclaimed theatrical experience that has touched audiences across multiple venues.
“Being Somebody” is structured in two halves. In the first half, Howard presents nostalgic narratives — spanning his early school days to adolescence — delivered straight from a script he tucks under his arm. In the second, Marla responds with dynamic musical vignettes that echo the gritty disco era of the 1970s.
Throughout the production, Browning said she watched as Howard shed his psychologist’s poise for theatrical presence.
“He’s exploring … doing acting exercises,” she said. “I knew something really special was happening here.”
Both performers draw on their professional backgrounds — Howard’s decades as an organizational psychologist lend his stories a problem-solving ethos, or as he puts it, “as a psychologist, I’m always looking to fix the problem,” while Marla’s experience as a writer and singer infuses her songs with both raw emotion and polished performance.
“There are moments of sadness and drama, and then lots of laughter,” Howard said. “It’s hopeful — it brings hope to me at my age, and to people in their 20s, 40s, or 102. That’s the universal appeal.”
Since its debut, “Being Somebody” has earned standing ovations at sold-out venues across New York City, Westchester County, Rhode Island, New Jersey and Florida. Audiences range from college students to centenarians, drawn by the show’s blend of humor, pathos, and unspoken familial love.
“Everything I do in my life has been something that I would have been like, ‘never in a million years,’ and then it happened,” Marla said. “I’m a big believer in the power of storytelling as far as healing is concerned.”
Performing together has deepened the theatrical duo’s relationship in unexpected ways.
“We’ve always been close, but sharing the stage has
knit us tighter,” Marla said. “In between songs, we dance in the wings. During intermission, he’ll say, ‘I can’t believe I’m up here with you.’”
Marla’s reflections — both onstage and off — offer powerful counterpoints to her father’s stories. She sings “Do You Remember?” as she’s seated beside him in one poignant moment, and offers her own vivid sketches of 1970s life.
“My part is almost like a reaction to his stories,” she said. “There’s an underlying feeling of hope and goodness. Hard things happen, but here’s someone who’s 89, vibrant and alive.”
The performance at the Friedberg JCC, on Thursday, Juneteenth, at 7:30 p.m., promises the full arc of the show’s emotional landscape — from a Brooklyn teacher’s life-changing lesson in junior high, “Mrs. Frost,” as Howard calls her, to Marla’s vocals and playful stage banter.
“This isn’t just a performance, it’s a celebration of life,” Browning said. “It’s about recognizing the magic in our own stories and connecting through shared humanity.”
The show has already completed 13 performances, receiving standing ovations and moving audiences from ages 22 to 102. Notably, Howard, a practicing organizational psychologist, discovered a new passion for performance at an age when many might consider slowing down.
“You’re never too old to be young,” Howard said.
Tickets for Being Somebody are $15, with a discounted price of $10 for JCC members. To purchase tickets, call 516-766-4341, or visit the Friedberg JCC’s registration site at registration.friedbergjcc.org/MyCenter and type Being Somebody into the search bar. For more information, contact Marcy Hallerman at mhallerman@friedbergjcc.org.
Courtesy Elizabeth Browning
Dr. Howard Mase and his daughter, recording artist and performer Marla Mase, will stage their hit play, ‘Being Somebody,’ at the Friedberg JCC.
Stamp Out Hunger initiative hits the road
Powered by volunteers, Island Harvest’s largest one-day food drive collects 335,000 pounds of food
By RENEE DeLORENZO rdelorenzo@liherald.com
Island Harvest hosted Long Island’s largest one-day food drive of the year, Stamp Out Hunger, on May 10, collecting more than 335,000 pounds of food — and counting.
The donations will stock over 300 food pantries across Long Island, ensuring they have enough supplies to feed children who face food insecurity and lose access to meals once school is out for the summer.
The event, now in its 33rd year, is organized nationwide by the National Association of Letter Carriers, the union representing the U.S. Postal Service’s letter carriers. Since its inception in 1993, the drive has collected more than 1.9 billion pounds of food across the country.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture defines food insecurity as a householdlevel economic and social condition of limited or uncertain access to adequate food.
According to Island Harvest, more than 240,000 Long Island residents — over 8 percent of the population — faced food insecurity in 2023, a 10 percent increase over the previous year.
Tom Siesto, executive vice president of NALC Branch 6000, said he has helped coordinate the local drive since it began in 1993. Based in New Hyde Park, Siesto organizes the delivery of more than 865,000 postcards each spring, notifying residents about the collection date, the second Saturday in May. On that day, letter carriers collect nonperishable food donations left on doorsteps.
“We take pride in this,” Siesto said. “Our letter carriers take pride in picking up the food because they know it’s helping their neighbors and communities.”
He emphasized that many people in need on Long Island go unnoticed. “It’s people living paycheck to paycheck,” Siesto said. “It comes down to whether they’re going to put food on the table, buy medication or buy clothing for their children.”
Amanda Chirco, Island Harvest’s director of development, said that donations are initially dropped off at the nonprofit’s Islandia warehouse. Staff and volunteers then sort the food into large mixed bins. The food is later repacked into boxes that are placed on pallets for shipping.
Chirco said that Island Harvest relies heavily on volunteers, including drivers from companies like Amazon and College Hunks, to help transport the food. Three days are dedicated to sorting — Saturday, Monday and Tuesday — and this year, more than 500 pallets were filled and prepared for delivery.
Each pallet holds 550 to 700 pounds of food. Once packed, they are moved with forklifts to a weighing station, where volunteers record the weight in black marker before loading the bins onto trucks. Any remaining food is stored at Island Harvest’s Melville warehouse for
later distribution.
Food pantries across the region are reporting an uptick in first-time visitors, Chirco said, which aligns with Feeding America’s data showing a continued rise in food insecurity.
“These are people who are just one car accident, one flat tire or one medical emergency away from depleting their savings and needing support,” she said. “They’re doing OK until one major thing happens, and then they’re not.”
Federal funding cuts have also affected Island Harvest’s operations. Millions of dollars in government aid were eliminated this year, Chirco said, resulting in over a million fewer meals for local fam-
ilies. Potential cuts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits could worsen the situation, she said. Many Long Islanders in need don’t qualify for those benefits, she said, because their income exceeds eligibility thresholds — even if it isn’t nearly enough to cover Long Island’s high cost of living.
The Economic Policy Institute estimates that a single adult must earn over $68,000 annually to maintain a modest but adequate standard of living on Long Island. A family of four, with two incomes, needs to earn around $161,000. In contrast, the minimum wage on Long Island is $16.50 an hour — just over
$34,000 annually for full-time work.
“Someone might not be considered in poverty because of their total income,” Chirco said. “But they still can’t afford to live on Long Island.”
Despite the challenges, Island Harvest is on track to distribute more than 20 million pounds of food this year — nearly double its pre-pandemic output.
For Martin Feinstein, a longtime donor who now volunteers for the organization, the scale of need became clear when he visited a local food pantry.
“I couldn’t even find parking,” Feinstein recounted. “I just kind of scratched my head and said, ‘I’ve never really seen that.’”
Now retired, Feinstein volunteers weekly with his wife, helping load food for seniors and pantries across Long Island.
“I want to help,” Feinstein said. “I want to be part of it. I wasn’t part of it for all these years even though I wanted to be, and this is the way to do it.”
Rob Schepis, senior vice president at Flushing Bank, also volunteered at the event alongside three of his employees Rob Albino, Raymond Ok and Michelle Posada. It was the bank’s second year of supporting Stamp Out Hunger through both service and donations.
“When I found out how many people were food insecure, I was shocked,” Schepis said. “It wakes you up to recognizing how fortunate we are.”
Chirco said that Island Harvest’s most pressing need is funding, which supports its food programs, nutrition education and logistics. She encouraged more community partners — businesses, schools and local leaders — to get involved.
Volunteers can register for events at IslandHarvest.org, where they can find dates, instructions and contact information for each one. “Everybody can play a role in some way,” Chirco said.
Renee DeLorenzo/Herald photos
Flushing Bank staff members Raymond Ok, far left, Rob Albino, Michelle Posada and Rob Schepis volunteered for a three-hour shift to sort food during the Stamp Out Hunger event, hosted by Island Harvest in its Islandia warehouse.
Hundreds of pounds of donated nonperishables sat in large bins at Island Harvest’s warehouse, waiting to be sorted and shipped to local food pantries.
Amanda Chirco, Island Harvest’s director of development, took a final tally of the food collected at the completion of sorting on May 13.
Dems push to reduce ‘unfair’ licensing fees
By MOHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com
At All American Cleaners in Bellmore on May 22, Nassau County Legislator Seth Koslow, accompanied by Democratic colleagues Delia DeRiggi-Whitton and Olena Nicks, unveiled legislation aimed at reducing business licensing fees across Nassau County.
“The fees that people are paying in Nassau County are multiple times higher than Suffolk County, and it’s just not fair,” Koslow, the Democratic candidate for county executive, said at a news conference. “These small businesses drive our economy, and they have to pay $650 a year just to get their license, when in Suffolk County they’re paying $110.”
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Nassau is home to over 200,000 small businesses, which employ the majority of the county’s workforce. The proposed legislation targets more than 30 categories of business licenses, including dry cleaners, locksmiths, doggroomers, second-hand gem dealers, appliance replacement services and more.
Asked why there was a difference between the license fees in Suffolk and Nassau counties, Koslow laid responsibility at the feet of County Executive Bruce Blakeman, saying, “Blakeman just keeps raising fees to pay for all his celebrations and his photo ops, and he’s not really worried about taking care of the people here that drive our business.”
“I, unfortunately, don’t anticipate it’ll get much traction because of Bruce Blakeman and the Republican majority,” Koslow added of the legislative proposal. “But this is one of those things that is important to our community, and we should do on a bipartisan level.”
DeRiggi-Whitton echoed Koslow’s sentiments.
“Many of these fees came in under the Mangano administration,” she said, referring to former County Executive Edward Mangano. “And many of them, at that point, we thought, were completely ridiculous, and our caucus voted against them. However, the Republican majority passed them.
“They are arduous,” DeRiggi-Whitton added. “They are something that would make someone decide whether or not they want to come to Nassau County, and that’s the last thing we need.”
Marc Tolchinsky, owner of All American Cleaners, was asked about the impact that licensing fees have on businesses’ ability to stay afloat, and the difference
Nassau County Democrats decried high business licensing fees and announced legislation to cut fees for small businesses on May 22. In Bellmore, from far left, were County Legislators Olena Nicks and Seth Koslow; Marc Tolchinsky, owner of All American Cleaners; and Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton.
that the proposed cuts would make.
“We’ve already been hurt so badly by Covid and the working from home, so all these things that they’re coming up now with, it impacts us,” Tolchinsky said. “You know, we’re running on less revenue, less volume, and anything will help.”
In statement to the Herald, Blakeman rejected the claim that he was responsible for the fees. “These fees were sustained and supported by a Democrat administration with acquiescence from Democrat legislators,” the statement read. “I am happy to cut the fees provided Democrats come up with matching cuts to spending.”
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Blumberg’s relentless rise through MMA
With the support of his parents, Dennis Blumberg and Doreen Aleman and particularly his father — who jokingly told him, “You’re a pretty boy, people are going to pick on you” — Blumberg stepped into his first boxing gym at the Freeport PAL at 16-years old. His coaches were skeptical at first.
“They said, ‘You’ve got a perfect nose, you sure you want to get into this?’” Blumberg laughed.
But the more he trained, the more he realized he had a knack for it.
“I always held my own, even when I sparred with more experienced guys,” he said. “Coaches and other fighters started telling me I had potential. That meant the world to me.”
The turning point
At age 16, Blumberg eventually found a home at Mutant MMA in Oceanside. The gym became his sanctuary — a place where he could channel the energy and pain of his past into skill, power and discipline. But it wasn’t just about throwing punches — it was about a transformation.
“There’s something powerful about learning how to protect yourself and then realizing you don’t have to prove anything to anyone anymore,” he explained. “That changed everything.”
By the end of high school, the reputation that once made him a target all of a sudden had shifted.
“I was always small, but I started growing, getting stronger,” he recalled. “And when situations came up, they ended quickly. People started to think twice.”
That new confidence didn’t lead to arrogance — it led to purpose. Blumberg remained humble and focused, driven by memories of mentors who helped guide him early on.
A fighter’s legacy: honoring Patrick Day
One of the most influential figures in Blumberg’s life was professional boxer Patrick Day, a standout talent from the Freeport PAL gym who tragically died in 2019 following a fight-related injury.
“Patrick was the best boxer I’ve ever seen in my entire life,” Blumberg said. “Eventually, after years of work, I got to spar with him. He was the first person to ever put me down. He taught me so much.”
More than a fighter, Day was a mentor who stressed humility, focus, and dedication.
“In the locker room, he’d always tell me, ‘Put this before everything — the work,’” Blumberg said. “He believed in me. He spoke it into existence.”
Blumberg now carries Day’s lessons with him into every fight. “It’s about more than just winning — it’s about honoring the people who helped you get here.”
What’s up next?
Blumberg, who’s still a resident of Oceanside, balances a full-time job as a truck driver with his intense MMA training, is preparing for his professional MMA debut in Atlantic City at the
With a spotless amateur record,
high expectations for himself in
Tropicana on June 13. His ultimate goal is to enter the world of the UFC, with potential matchups against fighters like Sean O’Malley. “I fear no man,” Blumberg declared confidently. “I’ll fight any weight class, from 145 to 165.”
Blumberg credited martial arts with teaching him discipline, confidence, and
the importance of staying focused. He advised young people who are faced with bullying to consider combat sports as a means of building self-esteem and self-defense skills.
“I want to show kids from Oceanside — from anywhere, really — that no matter what you’ve been through, you can turn your pain into something power-
ful,” he said. You can protect yourself, stand up straight, and become something more. Just case your dreams, tomorrow is guaranteed. Do what makes you happy.”
As he continues to chase his dream, Blumberg’s Instagram followers can track his journey @badabing_zb.
With a 5-0 amateur record and his pro debut in June, Oceanside resident Zachary Blumberg’s fight career is on the rise.
Photos courtesy Zachary Blumberg
Before his fights, Zachary Blumberg likes to perform a signature back flip, a move his sister taught him.
Blumberg has
the fight world.
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Remembering Oceanside’s forgotten star
During the height of his acting career on stage, film, and television, most people likely could not have named Howard Freeman. He has become even more obscure in the more than 60 years since his death. But Freeman had a lengthy and successful career as a versatile character actor whose work spanned over four decades. His face and voice were instantly recognizable to audiences across the country. Born Howard Freeman Schoppe in Ohio in 1895, he showed an early passion for performance, making his stage debut at the age of 12. He went on to graduate from Yale University, where he studied acting formally. After college, he served as an infantry sergeant in World War I. Upon returning home, he resumed his theatrical ambitions and established himself in New York’s performing arts scene. Freeman’s Broadway career was robust. He appeared in numerous productions, including The Seven Year Itch, Hot Spot, Cuckoos on the Hearth, Star Wagon, and Knickerbocker Holiday. In the early 1940s, Freeman moved to Hollywood, where he found consistent work as a reliable character actor. Over the next two decades, he appeared in 70 films, including A Song to Remember, Monsieur Beaucaire, Martin of
Error, Magic Town, Cass Timberlane, The Long Night, and Cross My Heart. Freeman was frequently uncredited in his film roles, but his presence was unmistakable. He was equally at home on the small screen. In the 1950s and 1960s, he transitioned into television, appearing in dozens of shows such as The Jackie Gleason Show, The Baileys of Balboa, and Car 54, Where Are You?. His appearances in commercials added to his visibility and familiarity with American audiences.
Long before he became a fixture in Hollywood, Freeman considered Oceanside his hometown. In 1925, while still early in his stage career, Freeman moved to Oceanside and quickly became one of its most engaged citizens. Over the next 17 years, he threw himself into civic life with the same energy he brought to the stage.
dent of the Oceanside Civic Association. He also acted as a Democratic zone leader and co-chaired the fundraising campaign for the construction of South Nassau Communities Hospital. Freeman was also actively involved in the unsuccessful movement to make Oceanside into an incorporated village and several community referenda to construct a new high school.One of his most lasting contributions was his involvement in the creation of Oceanside Sanitary District No. 7. In a time when proper waste disposal systems were lacking, Freeman emphasized the urgency of the issue, stating “the residents used to burn garbage in tin cans in back yards.” Thanks in part to his advocacy, the district was officially established in 1931. He was elected as one of its original commissioners and re-elected in 1934 and served for a total of nine years.
while Freeman maintained an active acting career in New York City, commuting to rehearsals and performances. Even after relocating to Hollywood in the 1940s, Freeman never forgot Oceanside. Whenever he returned to New York for work or personal reasons, he made a point of visiting his old neighborhood and reconnecting with longtime friends, even speaking at Oceanside Kiwanis Club meetings. In 1965, after an accomplished career, Freeman officially retired from acting and settled in New York City. He passed away in 1967 at the age of 72.
Today, nearly no trace remains of Howard Freeman’s deep connection to Oceanside. His name is absent from local landmarks, civic histories, or commemorative plaques—his years of community leadership now completely forgotten. Yet, for nearly two decades, Freeman was not only a working actor but a devoted public servant who poured his energy into shaping the town he called home.
Freeman advocated tirelessly for local improvements, from better sanitation and streetlights to the construction of a much-needed high school. He founded the Oceanside Welfare Committee and served for three years as presi-
Freeman was also a member of the Columbia Company of the Oceanside Fire Department and was involved in early efforts that helped support the founding of the Oceanside Library. All of these accomplishments occurred
Seth J. Blau is an Oceanside resident and trustee on the Oceanside School Board since 2012. He has been a columnist featured in local newspapers since 2010 and has a passion for discovering, preserving and displaying the history of the Oceanside community.
S eth J. B lau
STEPPING OUT
‘Now she’s
By Danielle Schwab
What you want is right in front of you — on the Madison Theatre stage at Molloy University. The iconic, popinfused musical “Legally Blonde” serves up a jump-roping, cheerleading, bend-and-snapping performance — that is as fun as it is inspiring.
“Legally Blonde is an empowerment piece for a young woman whom everyone sees as one thing, and she’s so much more,” says Angelo Fraboni, Madison Theatre’s artistic director, who’s also doing double duty as the show’s director. “She discovers her power and strength through friendships and knowledge.”
Billed as a Madison Theatre Production, it runs May 30 through June 8.
This is story that doesn’t get old — no matter how many times it’s told.
Elle Woods (Adelaine Mollo) enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend, Warner (Cade Eller). Her journey defies expectations as she becomes entangled in a high–profile murder trial, guided by new-found confidence and a passion for justice.
“She comes from a different world. People don’t understand her. They are doubting her all along, and she stamps out the stereotypes of who people perceive she is,” Fraboni adds.
Beginning as a novel by Amanda Brown, Elle Wood’s story became a hit sensation with the 2001 film starring Reese Witherspoon. The sorority-girl-turned-law-student was later re-imagined with musical flair, earning the Broadway adaptation seven Tony nominations.
Audiences can feel the infectious energy of Woods and the Delta Nus as they bring their all to every high-energy sequence. Choreographer and Assistant Director Bethany Moore infuses the show with dynamic movement — from the cinematic college admission essay “What you Want” to the adrenaline-fueled exercise “Whipped into Shape.”
“One thing I love about the show is that most of the songs carry the plot forward. They’re not just songs to be songs. It’s a fast and furious time,” Fraboni says.
Scenes blend seamlessly into the next with the cast moving through the settings with the audience.
“I want to make it look magical. I want people to just all of a sudden be someplace different,” he explains.
Some special actors will be taking their paws to the
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Go to Harvard University with everyone’s favorite blonde law student
• Friday through Sunday, May 30-June 1 and June 6-8; times vary
• Tickets range from $45-$65; available at madisontheatreny.org or call the box office at (516) 323-4444
• Madison Theatre, Molloy University campus, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre
stage. Elle Wood’s iconic dog companion, Bruiser, is played by Gizmo, who is trained by Moore, his owner, while Sadie, Fraboni’s boxer, is takes on the role of Paulette’s Rufus.
And while there are many larger-than-life performances, there are also many “little gems” to find, according to Fraboni.
“Each character creates these little nuggets to play up and bring to the audience. They’re finding how their nuanced characters can be together, but different. Those are the things that are going to make people laugh and have fun.”
Baldwin Harbor’s Jaylin Thomas, who plays Carlos, and is part of the ensemble, is equally enthusiastic.
“This is such a big show, and I feel like every character has their own little piece, but it’s a big moment for everyone,” he says. “Carlos only appears in Act Two for one moment, but it’s such a big moment.”
“Legally Blonde” marks Thomas’s first production as a graduate of Molloy’s renowned CAP21 Musical Theatre Conservatory. For him, the show serves as a reminder of the importance of discovering your own identity.
“I think everyone has a moment in their life that they feel like they’re not beautiful, or they feel like they’re not worthy, or not talented,” he says. It just resonates with everyone — seeing yourself as a person.”
Another cast member, East Rockaway’s Grace McNally, also an ensemble member, relates that it’s an all-time favorite musical.
“This is a show that I will want to be in every single year of my life, if I could,” she says.
McNally’s time with Madison Theatre goes back to when she was 10-years-old, participating in the Madison’s Musical Theatre Summer Intensive camp. She’s continued to focus on her love for theater, now a recent graduate of LIU Post.
McNally, as do many fans, consider the Elle Woods character as a role model — in that you can “find your way” even through adversity. Throughout the show, very few characters have faith in Elle, with the exception of her aesthetician Paulette (Sharon Lita), but she manages to surprise them when she defies expectations while staying true to herself.
“It shows that you truly can have a sisterhood. You can find your people, no matter who they are. She finds her people in the Delta Nus and when she comes to Harvard, she does eventually end up finding people as well,” McNally says.
“I hope that any young girls watching feel inspired. They don’t have to go to law school, but if it even just inspires them to do something that they’ve been scared to do, that is the message and the theme of this show,” she adds.
‘Cool at Camp’
Gather your camp friends, put on your favorite camp swag, and revisit your summers at the Landmark’s staged reading of the new musical “Cool at Camp.” Creator-writercomposer Dani Tapper’s raunchy meshuga musical about kids, camp, and coming of age is based on her own summer experiences as a camper then counselor at Camp Green Lane in the Pocono mountains the foothills.“Cool at Camp” follows four teenagers in their final years as campers at Camp Huron Lake where they must navigate the pressures of trying to be cool. Who will be color war captain? Who will get kissed first? Most importantly, will they all learn what it means to be cool at camp? Set in the world of a typical Northeast Jewish summer camp, this is a heartwarming coming of age story that doesn’t skimp on the timeless humor the experience provides. Camp letters to and from neurotic mothers, rants from a disgruntled camp director, bunk talks about puberty all come together to create this nostalgic new musical.
Friday, May 30, 8 p.m. $46 and $36. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Tickets available at coolatcampmusical.com or email danibtapper@gmail.com.
Asi Wind’s ‘More Than Magic’
After his sold-out run Off-Broadway, “Inner Circle,” and his London’s West End six-month long run, “Incredibly Human,” Asi Wind returns to the U.S. with a new show, featuring his greatest magic hits. Those familiar with Wind’s performances know to expect jaw-dropping feats of magic, inexplicable mind-reading and an utterly captivating night out. He now presents his favorite magic from his dazzling lifelong repertoire. This visually stunning performance showcases Wind’s artistic talents while exploring the human spirit. He believes that true magic can only happen if you bring people together and make them feel like they are a part of the show.“More Than Magic” is a profound reminder that we all possess some magic within us.
Photos courtesy Madison Theatre
Choreographer Bethany Moore, left, puts Grace McNally and Jaylin Thomas through their paces during rehearsal.
Drop-in photo: Grace McNally and Jaylin Thomas review the script.
Sunday, June 1, 7 p.m. $69.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
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The Herald and RichnerLIVE hosted the Premier Business Women of Long Island Awards at the Heritage Club in Bethpage on March 19.
Hair We Share, a Jericho-based nonprofit that was created by Dean Riskin and Suzanne Chimera, provides free wigs to people experiencing hair loss brought on by medical treatments. It was the evening’s charity beneficiary, and received a $2,000 donation in support of its mission.
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Holding the facsimile check were, from left, Herald publisher and CEO Stuart Richner; RichnerLive Executive Director Amy Amato; Dean Riskin, CEO and co-founder of Hair We Share; and RichnerLive’s Lori Pedone.
May 29, 2025
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Vanguard Warrior LLC
Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 2/13/2025. Office located in Nassau Co. SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process may be served.
SSNY shall mail process to: United States Corporation Agents Inc., 7014 13th Ave, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY, 11228. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 153042
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING
AGREEMENT DATED
AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2004 MERRILL LYNCH
MORTGAGE
INVESTORS TRUST
MORTGAGE LOAN
ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES
2004-WMC5, -againstCINDY B SOMMER, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on March 9, 2023, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING
AGREEMENT DATED AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2004 MERRILL LYNCH
MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST MORTGAGE LOAN
ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES
2004-WMC5 is the Plaintiff and CINDY B SOMMER, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 10, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 411 WANAMAKER ST, OCEANSIDE, NY 11572; and the following tax map identification: 43-219-88. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN OCEANSIDE, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 006889/2014.
Scott H. Siller, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 153374
LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPANY, A/K/A M&T BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK, Plaintiff - againstFREDDY ORMENO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on March 22, 2023. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on the 12th day of June, 2025 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of Land with the Buildings and Improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Oceanside, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 78 Concord Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572. (Section: 43, Block: 385, Lot: 7)
Approximate amount of lien $1,010,540.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
Index No. 003398/2017. Louis B. Imbroto, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170
Tel. 347/286-7409
For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832
Dated: March 5, 2025
During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 153481
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CHASE FUNDING MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-3, Plaintiff, AGAINST KIM TUFANO AKA KIM M. TUFANO, et al.
Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on July 24, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM premises known as 2858 Cherry Court Oceanside, NY 11572.
Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.
All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Oceanside, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 38, Block 402 and Lot 52. Approximate amount of judgment $374,851.44 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #610176/2018.
John P. Clarke, Esq., Referee,
Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 153633
LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-AR7, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-AR7, -againstJENNIFER IADEVAIO, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 14, 2017, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-AR7, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-AR7 is the Plaintiff and JENNIFER IADEVAIO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 23, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 61 MONTGOMERY AVE, OCEANSIDE, NY 11572; and the following tax map identification: 43-332-349. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATED, LYING AND BEING AT OCEANSIDE, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 019258/2009. Barton Slavin, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask
wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 153631
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ELECTION, SANITARY DISTRICT NO. 7, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD NOTICE OF DAY OF REGISTRATION, SANITARY DISTRICT NO. 7, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
Notice of election is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 516, laws of 1928 and acts amendatory and supplemental thereto, that an election will be held at Oceanside Sanitation, 90 Mott Street, Oceanside, New York on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 between the hours of 3:00 P.M. and 10:00 P.M. for the purpose of electing one (1) resident of Sanitary District No. 7, Town of Hempstead, as Commissioner in said District for a term of five (5) years. All candidates for the office of Commissioner must file with the Board of Commissioners of Sanitary District No. 7, Town of Hempstead –a petition, which can be obtained at the District office, 90 Mott Street, Oceanside, New York from 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. on each business weekday, subscribed to be at least twenty-five residents of Oceanside Sanitary District No. 7, (resident for at least 30 days prior to the election who have complied with applicable residency requirements, are 18 years of age or over and citizens of the United States), on or before June 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM, at the office at 90 Mott Street, Oceanside, New York. Office hours of the district for receiving
such petitions are from 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. on each business weekday. However, no petitions will be received after 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Signatures will be considered valid if obtained between Thursday, May 15, 2025, and June 3, 2025. Only persons who are residents of Oceanside Sanitary District No. 7 at least 30 days prior to the date of the election, who have complied with applicable registration requirements, are citizens of the United States and are 18 years of age or over, are entitled to vote.
Voting machines will be used. Voters may be asked to produce proof of residence. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE: Notice of a day of personal Registration is hereby given. Pursuant to a resolution of the Commissioners of Oceanside, Sanitary District No. 7, Town of Hempstead, New York, June 2, 2025 shall, and is hereby declared to be, a day of personal voter registration for any / all persons not currently registered to vote with the Nassau County Board of Elections, who wish to vote in the June 17, 2025 election for Sanitary District No. 7. Registration may be made at the offices of Sanitary District No. 7, at 90 Mott Street, Oceanside, New York between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM. The District will accept completed voter registration forms which may be obtained at https://www.elections. ny.gov/NYSBOE/downl oad/voting/voteregform -eng-fillable.pdf. Such forms will ONLY register the voter to vote at Sanitary District No. 7 elections and
shall not apply to elections administered by the Nassau County Board of Elections.
NOTE: If you are already registered to vote with the Nassau County Board of Elections you do NOT need to register for the Sanitary District Election to be held on June 17, 2025 Oceanside, New York By order of the Board of Commissioners Sanitary District No. 7, Town of Hempstead 153456
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 06/04/2025 at 9:30
A.M. & 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:
THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30
A.M.
272/25. OCEANSIDESusan Love & Steven Anolik, Renewal of grant to maintain 4’ & 6’ high fence & 7’ high arbor on Skillman Ave. & 4.75’ high fence on Nantucket La. all forward of dwelling which may substantially obstruct line of sight., S/E cor. Nantucket La. & Skillman Ave., a/k/a 1 Nantucket La.
287/25. - 288/25. NR ISLAND PARK - Mark Berotti, Variances, front yard average setback, lot area occupied, maintain garage conversion to living space, front masonry porch & rear 1-story addition, all attached to dwelling; Variance, side yard, maintain a/c unit attached to dwelling., E/s Franklin Ave., 63.34’ N/o Island Pkwy., a/k/a 134 Franklin Ave. THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 PM 292/25. NR ISLAND PARK - Jana Fassberg, Variance, lot area occupied, maintain 2nd story rear addition open below attached to dwelling., S/s Vanderbilt Ave., 220’ E/o Vanderbilt Pl., a/k/a 154 Vanderbilt Ave. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.
This notice is only for new cases in Oceanside & Island Park within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.go v/509/Board-of-Appeals
The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.go v/576/Live-StreamingVideo
Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it.
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EMPLOYMENT
Help Wanted
DRIVERS WANTED
Full Time and Part Time
Positions Available!
Busy Print Shop in Garden City is Hiring Immediately for Full Time and Part Time Drivers. Must Have a Clean License and BoxTruck Driving Experience.
Hours Vary, Salary Ranges from $17 per hour to $21 per hour Night Availability is a Must. Please Email Resume to careers@liherald.com or Call (516)569-4000 x239
DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
Company Car/ Bonuses. Clean Driving Record Required, Will Train. Retirees Welcome! $22 - $27/ Hour Bell Auto School 516-365-5778 Email: info@bellautoschool.com
EDITOR/REPORTER
Part Time & Full Time. The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team! This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business. Historically, reporters who have launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry. Salary range is from $20K to $45K To apply: Send a brief summary in the form of a cover letter describing your career goals and what strengths you can bring to our newsroom, along with a resume and three writing samples to jbessen@liherald.com
MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP
Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges fromo $16.50 per hour to $20 per hour. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com
MEDIA ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT
Inside Sales Looking for an aggressive self starter who is great at making and maintaining relationships and loves to help businesses grow by marketing them on many different advertising platforms. You will source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls. Must have the ability to understand customer needs and requirements and turn them in to positive advertising solutions. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in a quick sales cycle environment. Compensation ranges from $34,320 + commissions and bonuses to over $100,000 including commission and bonuses. We also offer health benefits, 401K and paid time off. Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to ereynolds@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000 X286
OUTSIDE SALES
Richner Communications, One of the Fastest Growing Media, Event and Communications Companies on Long Island is Seeking a Sales/Marketing Candidate to Sell our Print Media Products and our Digital, Events, Sponsorships. Earning potential ranges from $34,320 plus commission and bonuses to over $100,000 including commissions and bonuses. Compensation is based on Full Time hours Eligible for Health Benefits, 401k and Paid Time Off. Please Send Cover Letter and Resume with Salary Requirements to rglickman@liherald.com or Call 516-569-4000 X250
PRINTING PRESS OPERATORS FT & PT. Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for Printing Press Operators in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges
