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Oakcliff sails through races this summer

By ELLA GARDNER Intern

As its competitive season continues, the Oakcliff Sailing Center team has been cruising through regattas around the world. The sailors are currently back at home, preparing for the Oakcliff International, an elite event in which teams from a number of countries will converge on Oyster Bay to compete in Grade 1, top-level match races Aug. 27 to 30.

Oakcliff Sailing is a renowned training facility led by Dawn Riley, originally of, a member of the National Sailing, America’s Cup and State of Michigan halls of fame who is now in her 29th year of coaching competitive sailing and her 16th year at Oakcliff. The center is known for its training programs, which extend beyond traditional coaching methods, and its graduates have taken part in a number of around-the-world races, the Americas Cup and Olympic competition. One forCONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Fire chiefs urge seasonal caution to prevent blazes

By WILL SHEELINE

peratures and outdoor activities, local fire officials are reminding residents that a few simple precautions can help prevent house fires, grill accidents, drownings and heatrelated medical emergencies.

Fire chiefs from Glenwood Hook and Ladder Engine and Hose Company, the Sea Cliff Fire Department and Atlantic Steamer Fire Company said that many of the most common seasonal emergencies are preventable with adequate planning, safe equipment use and

Hook and Ladder Chief Donald Sinski.

“The biggest thing with air conditioners is electrical cords, and you have to use the proper cord for the air conditioner,” Sinski said. “You just can’t buy a regular little extension cord.”

Air conditioners draw significant electrical power, he explained, so extension cords must be rated for that load. He also warned residents never to run extension cords underneath carpeting or rugs, calling

homeowners to avoid overloading electrical outlets and inexpensive multi-outlet strips.

“If you’re going to buy something, make sure it’s up to date,” O’Donnell said. “Make sure it’s in good condition before you decide to plug things in. If there’s any loose or exposed wires, you should not be going to use it.”

Flickering or dimming lights, he added, can be an early warning sign that a home’s electrical system is

overloaded, and simple tricks like not having a number of appliances running at the same time can help keep a home safe.

Second Assistant Chief Frank Ozol, of Atlantic Steamer, said that residents using extension cords with air conditioners should avoid connecting multiple cords together.

“The more extension cords you

have connected to one air conditioner, the more likely of having some kind of a major problem like a fire,” Ozol said.

Take care when cooking outdoors

Outdoor cooking presents another potential fire hazard.

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Working together to fight food insecurity

By WILL SHEELINE wsheeline@liherald.com

People Loving People is working with a student-founded nonprofit to expand volunteer efforts and recover surplus food, bringing new energy to the fight against food insecurity in Oyster Bay and across Long Island.

The partnership between the People’s Pantry of Oyster Bay, run by People Loving People, and re:Serve, a nonprofit founded last fall by 17-year-old Jericho High School students Edwin Chen and Eason Chen, no relation, has connected dozens of student volunteers with local families while helping rescue food that otherwise might have gone to waste.

Since first connecting in early April, re:Serve has supplied volunteers and food donations to People Loving People’s pantries in Oyster Bay, Manhasset and Westbury, according to Executive Director Adriana Kennedy.

“They reached out because they wanted to connect with People Loving People for the opportunity to volunteer,” Kennedy said. “They’ve been at all three of our pantries: our Westbury, our Manhattan, and our Oyster Bay.”

re:Serve’s main service is recovering bakery items, fresh produce and other surplus food from restaurants and businesses for distribution through the pantry. Volunteers have also assisted with stocking shelves, packing groceries and helping families shop throughout the pantry, which operates as a client choice market rather than distributing prepacked bags.

For Edwin Chen, who is entering his senior year, the idea for re:Serve grew out of years of volunteering with a Tzu Chi, a Buddhist humanitarian organization that distributes food to hundreds of families every two weeks.

“I think that was kind of the spark for me,” he said. “How can I also make my impact and spread it to the greater Long Island using that kind of idea, where you can repurpose food waste and then also distribute it throughout Long Island?”

After launching re:Serve in October, Edwin and Eason spent months contacting businesses and nonprofit organizations before securing partnerships with restaurants and groceries that allowed the organization to begin operating.

“So, in the beginning, when we reached out to places, there was a little bit of a struggle because they wanted the other end of the organization to be a nonprofit or some sort of reputable-like name,” Edwin said. “We were just a student-led sort of club.”

Today, re:Serve includes about 70 student volunteers from schools across Long Island who help collect surplus food from businesses, organize food drives and volunteer at local pantries.

Eason Chen said his own inspiration came from helping at his father’s convenience store in Queens, where he regularly saw customers struggling to afford groceries.

“Seeing that day-to-day inspired me to create an initiative to address this

sort of issue,” he said. “This food insecurity issue occurs all over the world. It’s not something unique to one place.”

The organization eventually connected with People Loving People through Shelter Rock Church in Syosset, opening the door to its work in Oyster Bay.

“We had the food, but we didn’t have a place to distribute all of this food,” Eason said. “We decided to reach out to organizations that have an existing site.”

Kennedy said the students’ enthusiasm has stood out from the beginning.

“I was very, very impressed that this is what they wanted to do,” she emphasized, “and it wasn’t a school project, or a need for community hours.”

re:Serve has over 70 student volunteers from schools across Long Island, and they serve communities throughout Nassau.

She added that the students’ positive attitude has made a meaningful impression on both volunteers and the families who visit the pantry. Because the Oyster Bay pantry allows families to choose the groceries that best fit their needs, volunteers spend time guiding shoppers through the aisles and helping carry groceries.

“People loving people kind of run a very unique pantry,” Eason said. “Our volunteers have the opportunity to walk around and actually talk to these people, interact with these people while they were shopping.”

Edwin said the opportunity has also created new friendships among students who share a commitment to service.

Kennedy hopes the partnership also raises awareness that food insecurity remains a pressing issue on Long Island.

“They want people to know food insecurity is real,” she said. “These kids get it.”

Looking ahead, Eason said he and Edwin hope re:Serve continues growing long after they graduate from high school.

“We want to take that impact right and expand it across New York, and maybe in the future we want to expand to other states,” he said. “This impact continues through we graduate.”

For more information on People Loving People, visit peoplelovingpeople.net. For more information about re:Serve, visit ReServeInitiative.org

Photos courtesy re:Serve

re:Serve volunteers have visited all of People Loving People’s pantries since they began collaborating in April.

re:Serve co-founders Eason Chen, left, and Edwin Chen, right, and their head of volunteers Eugene Kim, brought fresh produce to the People’s Pantry of Oyster Bay.

ON THE ROAD WITH A TAKEOUT QUEEN

How To Eat & Beat The Heat

When it feels like 103 degrees outside, the only thing that will lure me out of my house is food. When my stomach growls, I make a mad dash for my car, pick up breakfast, lunch, or dinner and drive home at top speed. This month, I discovered new quick bites around town that made me smile even while I was melting.

SoBol (14 E. Main St., Oyster Bay; 214 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove)

For breakfast: I visited this healthystyle café filled with smoothies and fresh-fruit-fun-food. I tried the new strawberry Belgian waffle. Oh, my goodness. Imagine your great grandmother and grandmother collaborating and turning out an old-style, sweet, gooey, crunchy, warm waffle infused

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“That what counts is not how much wealth we make but how much of what we have, we share.”

“That those who spend at least part of their lives in the service of others are the most fulfilled and happiest people I know.”

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with strawberries. It feels as if you’re eating a hug.

Joe & the Juice (1579 Northern Blvd., Manhasset)

For breakfast or lunch: This new, super-nutritious café just opened and it’s a great addition to our neighborhood. The beverages range from unique smoothies to innovative juices, to healthy shots, to all types of coffees, lattes, and other brilliant drinks. The inventive “Trust Your Gut” smoothie includes kefir, strawberries, Fibre Booster, bananas, date puree and beetroot powder. The Iced Matcha Picante is filled with jalapeno and lime nectar, matcha and coconut water. There are turmeric shots, desserts, breakfast bowls galore, and so much more. However, when I’m hungry, I need to chew everything in sight to feel completely satisfied. So, I’m madly in love with the sandwiches. My favorite is the Tunacado. It’s made with tuna mousse (tuna whipped into a mousse-like texture) plus avocado, tomatoes, and vegan pesto. The ingredients are wrapped inside two slices of “Joe’s Signature Flatbread” (long, thick, cracker-like slices of bread that are crispy and fiber rich). The eight types of sandwiches offered come in neat, pink packets that are easy to eat during your drive home in the heat.

Otherside Wine Bar (149 Glen St., suite 2, Glen Cove)

For dinner: I grabbed takeout from this homey wine and food café which recently reopened after a fire next door. There are nice, new menu options. I

tried the Roasted Jalapeno Hummus. The silky jalapeno hummus is slightly spicy, but not overwhelming. It only made my nose run a tiny bit. Crisp chickpeas, pickled red onion, and herb oil huddle inside the hummus and surprise you. Fried pita on the side was the perfect dip for this quick food trip. Other newbies on the menu include Basque Style White Anchovies and Shrimp Al Ajillo.

Scream Easy Ice Cream Shop (39 Roslyn Ave., Sea Cliff)

Dessert: This new mini ice cream/ retro candy shop is in the garden behind Foster Restaurant. On a hot day, you can be in and out in a flash with a cone or cup of Gifford’s amazing ice cream from Maine. Fun flavors such as Fly Fishing Fudge and Maine Deer Tracks fill the counter. I tried Peanut Butter Pie ice cream, along with the I Scream For Cake flavor. They were both creamy and dreamy, yet not ridiculously sweet. Retro candies are also sold in the shop. Though I refuse to cook, I do like to make concoctions. So, I bought Pez and swirled it inside my Peanut Butter Pie ice cream. It was… interesting.

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Children’s snapper derby returns to hamlet

Town of Oyster Bay residents are invited to attend the town’s 4th annual Children’s Snapper Derby to be featured at the famed Bluefish Tournament on Sept. 20 at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay.

“This fun family event is open to youngsters ages 14 and under with fun prizes and awards for winners, as well as giveaways for all participants,” Ton Supervisor Joseph Saladino wrote in a statement. “This fun event provides a great opportunity to introduce children to the wonderful recreational sport of fishing.”

The Snapper Derby will take place between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., during the town’s Bluefish Tournament, at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park by the fishing pier.

There is a $15 registration entry fee.

Participants are invited to bring their own equipment, including poles and bait, as supplies are limited.

Children will be placed into two age groups, ages 7 and under, and 8-14.

Winners will be based on number of snappers caught – catch and release only.

Awards and prizes being given out

for first, second and third place for each age group starting at 12:15 p.m. on the day of the derby. At the same time a raffle will be held, and tailgating in the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park parking lot.

Family fun activities will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Activities will include arts and crafts, a bouncy house, to name a few.

“We are thrilled to bring this fun event to Theodore Roosevelt Park and invite all children who enjoy fishing to sign up and participate,” Town Clerk Rich LaMarca wrote in the same statement. “There will be free refreshments, shirts and raffles for all participants, as well as awards and prizes for top winners.”

Registration will be available online at OysterBayTown.com/sports beginning July 28.

For more information on registration, requirements and any other aspect of the event, residents can contact the Town’s Recreation Office at (516) 797-7945.

–Will Sheeline

Pickleball tournament coming this fall

The Town of Oyster Bay will host an additional Pickleball Social Play Tournament this fall.

The two-day long tournament will take place from Sept. 12 through 13, with rain dates scheduled for Oct. 3 and 4, and feature brackets of doubles games for players ages 18 and up, and of all skill levels.

Categories are divided into men’s, women’s, and mixed, and under 40, over 40, and over 60.

“Pickleball has quickly become one of the fastest-growing sports in the nation, and the Town of Oyster Bay is proud to lead the way in creating opportunities for residents to enjoy this fun game,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino wrote in a statement. “So grab your paddle and a partner, and start warming up for this exciting, social event.”

Registration, which is mandatory in order to participate, is available at OysterBayTown.com/sports.

Registration for town residents opened July 23 for a fee of $40 (teams with 2 residents) or $50 (teams with 1 resident.)

Non-residents can register starting Thursday at 9 a.m. for a fee of $50.

All team members must provide a valid photo ID with address and date of birth on tournament day. Rain dates are scheduled for Oct. 3 and 4.

The tournament will be held at Garrick Williams Park in Massapequa.

If needed due to high demand, games will also be played at Allen Park in Farmingdale.

Players must bring their own paddles and all teams will play at least 6 matches.

No more than 16 teams may register per category, and times and locations are subject to change slightly based on registration.

Championship games will be played immediately following pool play and medals will be given out to all first, second, and third place teams for each category.

First place champions will win a free Town of Oyster Bay pick-up game session for the 2027 calendar year. For more information, call the Recreation Office at (516) 797-7945, or visit OysterBayTown.com.

–Will Sheeline

Crossovers fuel Nassau County football

By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

Kickoff for the Nassau high school football season is just over a month away.

On Aug. 17, all 51 public high school football programs in the county will begin preparations for the upcoming season, scheduled to open Thursday, Sept. 3 with a Conference IV battle between Island Trees and Oyster Bay. The vast majority of openers will take place the following Thursday.

The biggest news of the offseason came in the spring when East Rockaway and West Hempstead announced it would be joining forces. Longtime Rocks head coach Russ Pajer adds Dom Carre, who served as the head coach at West Hempstead since 2010, as defensive coordinator. Carre played for Pajer at East Rockaway in 1997 and ‘98.

“Our JV teams combined last year and it was a great experience,” said Pajer, who enters his 32nd season as head coach. “West Hempstead’s numbers are down to less than 20, so it was a no-brainer. It was a seamless process with both superintendents on board. It’s a good thing and we expect to have a strong team.”

East Rockaway/West Hempstead is seeded fifth in Conference IV and opens at Valley Stream North. Three of its home games will be played under the lights at East Rockaway beginning Sept. 18 against defending county champion Seaford. West Hempstead will be the site of the Week 3 crossover against Elmont, and the game will serve as Homecoming. A Homecoming will also take place in East Rockaway Oct. 9. In 2025, the Rocks went 2-6 while the Rams finished 4-4 and qualified for the playoffs.

“We expect to have between 30 and 35 kids on varsity,” Pajer said.

Crossover games add intrigue

Seaford, along with three-time defending Long Island champion Massapequa (Conference I), ninetime defending county champion Garden City (II) and South Side (III) are the No. 1 seeds in their respective conferences.

Massapequa and Garden City will clash in a muchanticipated crossover game Sept. 26 on the Chiefs’ home field at 1:30 p.m. The Trojans enter the season riding an amazing 66-game winning streak. The showdown, along with all the other crossovers between Conferences I and II, and III and IV, will carry a lesser power-ranking weight than the other seven games, Carey head coach Mike Stanley said.

Some of the other Week 3 matchups feature Carey at Oceanside, Long Beach at Farmingdale, South Side at Seaford, Plainedge at Lynbrook, and Freeport at Roosevelt (Thurs., Sept. 24 at 5 p.m.)

Seven teams switch conferences

Plainedge and Carey lead a group of six teams switching conferences for this season based on enrollment and size breakdown of each conference. Plainedge finished first in the regular season in Conference IV a year ago, going undefeated in the process, and bumps down to III. Carey was in III last fall but jumps up to II, essentially changing places with Glen Cove. East Meadow is no stranger to the top conference and heads there after a brief stay in II. Floral Park, Valley Stream North and Valley Stream South moved to IV from III.

Few coaching changes

Legendary Plainedge head coach Rob Shaver retired

10 games to watch

Sept. 10 Long Beach at Carey

Sept. 10 Wantagh at Plainedge

Sept. 10 Lynbrook at Seaford

Sept. 19 Mepham at Calhoun

Sept. 26 Carey at Oceanside

Sept. 26 Garden City at Massapequa

Oct. 10 Oceanside at Massapequa

Oct. 17 Plainedge at South Side

Oct. 24 Massapequa at Farmingdale

Oct. 31 South Side at Wantagh

at the end of last season and the Red Devils are now led by former assistant Adam Hovorka. They’ll kick off at home versus defending Conference III champion Wantagh. And for the third time in four seasons, East Meadow has a new head coach with Matt Castaneda taking over. The Jets are seeded seventh in their return to Conference I and open at home against Hicksville. Former Elmont head coach Jay Hegi is the new head coach at Division.

Lucas DiDio and Oceanside take on Carey in what promises to be an exciting crossover game Sept. 26.

Michelle Ebel/Herald photos

Chaminade’s Luka Tomaszweski was on the move during 7 on 7 drills at Oceanside.

Discussing fire, pool and general safety

“It’s always good to have a barbecue away from your house,” Sinski said. “Another thing with LPG, liquid propane gas, is never stored inside, not in the garage, not in the shed.”

He added that gasoline containers also should never be kept in a garage, because heat and everyday ignition sources such as garage door openers and vehicle engines, can create dangerous conditions.

Ozol said that propane tanks deserve special attention in hot weather. If pressure builds inside a tank, he said, the pressure-relief valve may release propane gas, which can ignite with a spark.

“You want to keep it out of the sun, because the propane can heat up in the bottle in the tank,” he said. “If it explodes, you’re losing your house and your neighbor’s house.”

O’Donnell advised residents to keep grills at least 10 feet from their homes to reduce the chance of flames or grease fires spreading to siding or other combustible materials. He also reiterated that “Barbecues are strictly for outdoor use only,” and recounted an incident in which one misguided backyard chef brought his grill inside to cook ribs because it was raining, which led to a house fire.

with an active fire lit in your backyard,” he said.

Ozol added that uncured wood can produce more embers capable of starting fires if they land on roofs or dry vegetation. Certain types of wood, such as pine, also create more sparks due to trapped resin and water pockets bursting from the heat, especially if untreated.

enough if young children can still access the pool area.

“If you have a little kid,” he said, “you want to make sure you don’t take your eyes off them.”

He also encouraged residents to learn CPR, adding that many local fire departments offer training classes.

All three chiefs had the same advice for residents during periods of extreme heat, urging them stay hydrated, to recognize the signs of heat illness and, if someone shows those signs, to seek help quickly.

“Most of the heat affects people that have health compromises,” Sinski said. “In other words, extremely high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, anythin g like that, you shouldn’t really stay out in the sun or the heat.”

Residents should hydrate before beginning outdoor activities, in addition to during and after, Sinski said. He also pointed out that water often isn’t enough, and that people also need to replenish their electrolytes while working or spending extended time outside.

O’Donnell emphasized that people should never hesitate to call for help. He recalled several instances in which residents delayed calls because they didn’t think it was serious or thought it was too late or early in the day to call.

Fire pits also require caution, particularly during dry weather. Sinski said that enclosed pits fitted with spark arrestors help prevent burning embers from escaping and igniting nearby brush or neighboring property.

O’Donnell encouraged homeowners to only use controlled fire pits, to keep children and pets away, to keep a garden hose nearby and to never leave a fire burning overnight. “Do not, under any circumstances, go to bed

Be vigilant around the water

Water safety is one of the season’s top concerns. Sinski stressed the importance of fencing pools, using self-latching gates and securing hot tubs when they’re not in use, and he recommended emptying kiddie pools immediately after their use.

Ozol said that backyard fencing alone may not be

“We tell them, hey, you know, it’s not a bother, you can call 24/7, 365, and somebody will be there,” O’Donnell said. “No phone call is a stupid phone call.”

Sinski also advised residents not to reset tripped circuit breakers or fire alarm systems before firefighters arrive, because doing so can make it more difficult for them to determine the cause of the problem.

For more information on Atlantic Steamer Fire Company, and to learn about volunteering, visit their website at AtlanticSteamerFire.com.

Island Vibes expands to five-week series

By ROKSANA AMID ramid@liherald.com

After drawing strong attendance during its inaugural event last summer, Island Vibes is returning to Pryibil Beach this August with an expanded five-week schedule featuring live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities along Glen Cove’s waterfront.

The free event will be be held every Wednesday from Aug. 5 through Sept. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Pryibil Beach on East Beach Road. Organizers expanded the celebration from a single evening into a weekly series following last year’s turnout.

“After the incredible response to last year’s one-night event, we are excited to expand Island Vibes into a five-week series at Pryibil Beach,” said Roni Jenkins, the city’s public relations officer and director of special events. “It is the perfect setting for food, music, family activities and an incredible sunset.”

Mayor Pamela D. Panzenbeck said the series continues the city’s efforts to bring residents and visitors together while showcasing Glen Cove’s waterfront.

“We continue to create opportunities for residents and visitors to come together, experience the beauty of Glen Cove and enjoy all that our city has to offer,” Panzenbeck said.

Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, children’s activities, cornhole and a rotat-

while taking in views of the Long Island Sound. Beachgoers are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets, and the park also features shaded picnic areas, a playground, volleyball court and fishing pier.

Returning from last year’s inaugural event is a photo booth and flower wall donated by Glen Cove resident and Special Events Committee member Anna Zinco. Zinco said she moved to Glen Cove last October and was impressed by the community, prompting her to volunteer and donate the display as a way to give

A participant took part in a limbo competition during last year’s Island Vibes event at the Glen Cove Ferry Terminal, adding to the family-friendly activities.

long lines of attendees taking tropicalthemed keepsake photos during last year’s event.

This year’s entertainment lineup begins with the Bobby Bahama Band on Aug. 5, followed by Roadkill Country Outlaws on Aug. 12, That Diva Band on Aug. 19 and a freestyle night featuring DJ Master Jay on Aug. 26. Entertainment for the Sept. 2 finale will be announced at a later date.

Food and dessert trucks participating throughout the series include All Ameri-

OBITUARY

Daniel Joseph McLoughlin

Daniel Joseph McLoughlin, 73 of Hampton Bays, New York, passed away peacefully on July 21st, 2026 at Stony Brook Hospital after a brief illness.

Daniel was born May16, 1953 in Oyster Bay NY, the son of Daniel Patrick McLoughlin and Margaret Mary Clancy of Oyster Bay. He is survived by eight siblings, Patsy, John, Donna, Joann, Theresa, Brendan, Brian and Jeffrey. He was preceded in death by Martin and Thomas.

Dan graduated from Saint Dominic High School in 1972 and joined his father in the family brick mason trade.

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Island Vibes is organized by the Glen Cove Special Events Committee, a volunteer organization dedicated to creating activities that bring the community together. Organizers noted that entertainment and food truck lineups are subject to change.

Dan met and married his wife Laura J MacBride in 1984. They were together for 45 years and had 3 sons, Daniel P McLoughlin (from his previous marriage) and wife Teresa McLoughlin of Winter Garden Florida , Patrick W McLoughlin and wife Lindsay McLoughlin of Hampton Bays, and Brian C McLoughlin and wife Kristin Kraszewski of Southampton. He took great pride in his grandchildren, Archer, Cameron and Kingsley as well as his step granddaughters; Cydney, Taylor, Cristina, and 7 great grandchildren, all of Florida.

Dan moved out to the East End in 1981 where he started Mac III Masonry Construction; the ‘Three’ referencing his three boys. He was known for his precision and his demands for quality work which could be heard from blocks away. His youngest son Brian continues with family business.

Dan was known for his outgoing personality and big laugh. He had many loves in his life, his family first and foremost. He was a die hard Yankee, Knicks (in five!) and Jets fan. He had a lifelong love of the water. Some of his families’ favorite memories include cruising around the waterways of the East End on his boat or simply posting up at the dock with a newspaper, cigar and an ever-present cup of coffee, gossiping with whoever walked by. He was known as the Mayor down at Soleau’s Wharf. Services were held at Brockett Funeral Home in Southampton.

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event is one of the highlights of the summer, the sailors have been busy since the season began in April. At the Race around Block Island, on Memorial Day weekend, the rain was relentless and temperatures dropped as the event went on, but the Oakcliff team took home wins in several divisions, including Performance Handicap Racing Fleet and Offshore Racing Congress, and won the Governor’s East Race Trophy. Riley described the racing off Rhode Island as “physically unpleasant, but that’s a part of sailboat racing.”

The 636-nautical-mile Newport to Bermuda Race, in June, was the most demanding event of the season. Just four boats, with a total of 67 crewmembers, from various teams. Overcoming logistical challenges that included near-40-knot winds, the Oakcliff team finished third.

On July 14, Oakcliff team member Siri Schantz sailed Prince Albert II of Monaco’s private boat from Oyster Bay to Port Jefferson. The following day, in the race off Newport, R.I., Oakcliff had two teams racing, one on the legendary 12-meter Courageous, which belonged to the late renowned yachtsman Ted Turner, and a second on a JV 66, a high-performance 66-foot boat helmed by Riley. The team took fifth place in the race.

Oakcliff Sailing recently hosted a global World Match Racing Tour Academy, two weeks of training in advanced match racing, and its academies regularly welcome local sailors as well as those from as far afield as China. Sophie

Adwar, of Northport, who has been learning the finer points of match racing since joining the team earlier this year, described how much she has enjoyed the experience.

“I’ve never been anywhere like this before,” Adwar said. “It’s like a family — we all come from different parts of the world and just bond so well together.”

In Adwar’s first two days on the water, winds tore her boat’s genoa, a large, overlapping headsail. “It was really thrilling,” she said of what for many would be a frighteningly stressful situation. “The adrenaline was up and it was very exciting.”

One of the most highly anticipated events of the season was last week’s July Grade 4 Race off Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard. The scenic views belied a challenging course, but the Oakcliff

team took second place in the race. “It’s fun, not too long and pretty intense,” Riley said.

The Oyster Bay center welcomes anyone with basic sailing skills to become a supporter, with a donation of $750 for an individual and $1,000 for a family, and joining others to sail on Wednesdays. As supporters sharpen their skills, they have the chance to take part in match races on Thursdays, and can move on to graded events. The facility will also offer Saturday clinics for learning and training and Sunday racing throughout August.

More extensive training is available for advanced sailors, as well as teaching skills that translate into future careers, such as sailmaking and boatbuilding.

“We are unique in that we are the only place in the world that combines sailing

also has courses and opportunities for sailors of all ages and skill levels.

and training, athleticism and the apprenticeship both in mechanical skills and in business and leadership skills,” Riley said.

Oakcliff also works with the Oyster Bay High School sailing team, which uses the center and its facilities during the summer. And center team members are coaching the Learn to Love Sailing program at the Creek Club in Locust Valley this summer. “We are part of the community,” Riley emphasized, “which is a great group of people.”

At roughly the halfway mark of the sailing season, team members are looking forward to upcoming regattas and programs involving the community as they sail through the rest of the summer. For more information, visit OakcliffSailing.org.

The sailors and staff at Oakcliff Sailing Center come from around the world, from as nearby as Oyster Bay itself to as far afield as China.

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Corey Rieman and The Dilemma Band performed at Eisenhower Park, paying tribute to the life and legacy of singer-songwriter Harry Chapin.

Harry Chapin was a Long island native dedicated to fighting food insecurity. Corey Rieman, above on stage, led the tribute performance in his honor.

Chapin’s legacy celebrated at Eisenhower Park show

Music fans gathered at Eisenhower Park for a special evening honoring the life and legacy of Long Island singersongwriter Harry Chapin as part of Nassau County’s Free Summer Concert Series.

The July 16 concert featured Harry Chapin Day performers Corey Rieman and The Dilemma Band, along with Scarborough Fair, a Simon & Garfunkel tribute act. Families and friends filled the park with lawn chairs and blankets, enjoying a night of classic folk and soft rock under the summer sky.

The annual tribute celebrated Chapin’s enduring impact on music and his humanitarian legacy. Best known for hits including “Cat’s in the Cradle” and “Taxi,” Chapin, a Huntington native, was also a passionate advocate in the fight against hunger, helping to found organizations dedicated to end-

ing food insecurity.

The free concert was presented by Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman as part of the county’s summer entertainment series, which brings live music to Eisenhower Park throughout the season.

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Spend Wednesday with free live music

A free soundtrack to summer continues at Eisenhower Park, where the Noontime Concert Series brings live music to Field 1 every Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. The upcoming schedule features everything from timeless standards to dance-floor

n Johnny Avino brings timeless classics

Wednesday, Aug. 5

Fans of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Tony Bennett can spend the afternoon with Johnny Avino, a professional singer known for his polished renditions of the Great American Songbook.

Avino has become a familiar presence in the New York entertainment and dining scenes, performing at restaurants, country clubs and community venues, often accompanied by his trio.

At Eisenhower Park, audiences can expect an easygoing program filled with romance, nostalgia and songs made famous by some of the 20th century’s most celebrated vocalists.

favorites, giving visitors a chance to enjoy lunch outdoors while listening to local performers. All concerts are weather permitting. Here are three shows coming to the mobile stage.

n Sound Chaser keeps the crowd dancing

Wednesday, Aug. 19

Sound Chaser brings a wide-ranging playlist and high-energy stage presence to Eisenhower Park.

Based in nearby Williston Park, the award-winning party and wedding band performs music spanning the 1940s through today, allowing its shows to appeal to listeners across generations.

Its repertoire includes pop, rock, Motown, disco and other danceable favorites, along with familiar songs that invite audiences to sing along.

The group’s afternoon set should offer plenty of opportunities for dancing, clapping and enjoying recognizable hits.

n Bob Damato celebrates music and memories

Wednesday, Sept. 2

Bob Damato, known onstage as Bobby D, will bring his show, Music, Love, and Memories, to Eisenhower Park in early September. The Floral Park crooner performs favorites from the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s, including songs associated with Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Bobby Darin and Tom Jones. Damato regularly appears at Italian feasts, village festivals, restaurants and other community events across Long Island. He also sings with the seven-piece cover band The New York Connection and has acted in local theater productions. His performance promises a relaxed afternoon of familiar melodies, sentimental favorites and classic vocal standards.

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Scout visits his local newspaper

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Owen is currently at Scout camp upstate working on the rest of the requirements for the badge, as well as others.

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Owen Reilly, a rising sophomore at Locust Valley High School and a Life Scout with Bayville Scout Troop 176, toured the Oyster Bay Herald offices in Garden City on July 23. The young Bayville resident visited to achieve the prerequisites for his graphic arts merit badge, which requires research into printed and digital communications organizations.

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For Michelle Taplin, seen here at a spring showcase, theater is about more than performance. Through Tap Into Your Passion, she is helping young actors develop the confidence, resilience and skills to succeed both onstage and off.

Opening doors to the stage

By Iris Wiener

Michelle Taplin has spent much of her life immersed in the performing arts, but her greatest role may be helping the next generation discover their own voices. What began as a longtime dream has grown into Tap Into Your Passion, a thriving coaching and arts education company that, more than a year after its official launch, is already making a lasting impact on aspiring performers across the region.

As Tap Into Your Passion marks its first year and a half, Taplin celebrates the milestone with a special fundraising gala on Aug. 10 in The Green Room 42 in New York City that reflects the heart of her mission: making quality theater education accessible to everyone.

For Taplin, the journey started long before she opened her Rockville Centre-based business. Growing up in Oceanside, she balanced voice lessons, dance classes, gymnastics, and community theater while nurturing two lifelong ambitions: becoming a theater educator and one day opening her own company. Inspired by Oceanside High School theater teacher Laura Gallo, she pursued degrees in theater and business at Muhlenberg College before earning an MA in theater education from Adelphi University. Along the way, she gained experience as a performer, director, choreographer, stage manager, and arts administrator while also spending six years with the Sunrise Association, where she developed an inclusive teaching philosophy serving children with cancer and their siblings. Those experiences continue to shape every lesson she teaches today.

Taplin continues to wear many hats. She teaches theater at both the middle and high school in Oceanside, and directs productions with the school district and community theaters, including Plaza Theatricals. She also advises student organizations and mentors countless young performers. Tap Into Your Passion has become a natural extension of everything she loves most about teaching.

“Tap Into Your Passion’s mission is to provide theater education without costing an arm and a leg,” Taplin says, explaining that she wanted to remove financial barriers for students pursuing careers in the performing arts. She offers three primary services: private coaching for performers ages nine and up; a comprehensive college audition program that guides students through every step of the competitive application process; and a monthly master class series featuring accomplished Broadway performers, choreographers, casting directors, and other industry professionals.

The response has been exceptional. Taplin credits much of Tap Into Your Passion’s early success to the generosity of the artists who have shared their time and expertise. Taplin explains that each workshop has

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reinforced the lessons she teaches her students while helping to build a supportive network where young performers can learn directly from professionals working in the industry.

Rather than molding students into “cookie-cutter performers,” Taplin encourages them to embrace their individuality. She believes there is no single path to success in theater and exposing students to a wide variety of artistic voices helps them discover the techniques and perspectives that resonate most authentically.

That philosophy has attracted students from throughout Long Island and Manhattan. Students from Floral Park, Oceanside, Lynbrook, Sewanhaka, Elmont, Rockville Centre, East Rockaway, Garden City, and New York City, among other places, create a diverse community connected by a shared love of theater.

“Michelle always makes sure to put care and respect into all of her students’ work sessions,” says Kevin Kirley, a student from Rockville Centre who now attends New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. “She has also been so integral to my journey throughout the college audition process. Her teaching has been extremely influential to me as a working actor, and I will take what I have learned throughout my training into my artistry.”

For Taplin, arts education extends well beyond singing, dancing or acting. She advocates that theater teaches empathy, collaboration, resilience, confidence, communication, and determination — life skills that benefit students regardless of whether they ultimately pursue careers on stage.

“It’s what the process teaches you,” she says, emphasizing that the personal growth students experience is often more valuable than the performances themselves.

Those values will be front and center shortly when Tap Into Your Passion hosts its Broadway Gives Back gala. The evening will feature performances by many of the Broadway artists and teaching professionals who have led Taplin’s master classes, each sharing a song that inspired their own theatrical journey. Beyond celebrating the company’s growth, the fundraiser will support Taplin’s goal of keeping coaching and master classes affordable for aspiring performers while demonstrating to students the passion that fuels successful careers in the arts.

As Tap Into Your Passion enters its second year, Taplin aims to continue expanding its reach while maintaining the close-knit community that has become its hallmark. She envisions welcoming more students, introducing them to even more accomplished professionals, and reminding every young artist that there is room for their unique voice in the theater world. Looking back on Tap’s remarkable beginning and the theater community’s willingness to help, Taplin relates that the experience has reinforced one lesson above all others: “The answer will always be ‘no’ if you don’t ask.”

It is a philosophy that has helped transform a childhood dream into a flourishing business, and one that continues to inspire the students following in her footsteps.

Visit TheGreenRoom42.VenueTix.com for tickets or more information about Where It All Began: Broadway Gives Back.

Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience

Comprising a group of exceptionally talented musicians and die-hard Foreigner fans, Double Vision has perfected the art of bringing to life the unforgettable hits that have defined generations. From “I Want to Know What Love Is” to “Cold as Ice,” Their renditions are a harmonious blend of passion, precision, and nostalgic energy. Drawing inspiration from Foreigner’s unmistakable sound and stage presence, Double Vision delivers a performance that pays homage to the band’s legacy while infusing their own charisma and enthusiasm. Their commitment to authenticity is matched only by their unwavering dedication to creating an electrifying experience for their audiences.

Saturday, Aug. 1, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

Vishal & Sheykhar

Brace yourself for a high-octane night with Bollywood’s most electrifying music duo – Vishal and Shekhar! VishalDadlani and Shekhar (formerly Shekhar) Ravjiani return to the states, following a completely sold-out U.S. run in 2025. Experience the energy and excitement of The Superhit Tour as acclaimed music duo Vishal and Sheykhar take the stage. Known for creating some of Bollywood’s biggest hits, the duo brings a powerhouse performance filled with fan-favorite songs, dynamic production and a concert atmosphere that will have the entire audience singing along. Expect a night packed with unforgettable music, stunning visuals, and the signature sound that has made them global sensations.

Sunday, Aug. 2, 7 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or tillescenter. org or (516) 299-3100. Tilles Center, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville.

Photos courtesy Michelle Taplin

Student Bella Romero performs at the spring showcase at The Green Room 42.

Broadway’s Krystina Alabado, right, leads a master class.

Your Neighborhood CALENDAR

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30 On exhibit

Louis Comfort Tiffany: Artist of the Gilded Age brings together the Nassau County Museum of Art’s unparalleled collection of more than 130 oil and watercolor paintings by one of America’s most celebrated artists. This landmark exhibition marks the first time the museum presents the full scope of its Tiffany paintings — an extraordinary group made possible through a generous, anonymous gift that represents the largest private collection of Tiffany paintings. While Tiffany is best known for his stained-glass windows, lamps, and decorative objects, this exhibition highlights a rarely seen dimension of his artistic practice: the paintings that he personally created at the beginning of his career. Through Nov. 8.

• Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

• Time: Ongoing

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

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31 Summer sounds

Bayville Village Arts Council’s concert series continues with OMF Last Chance Band at West Harbor Beach.

• Where: West Harbor Beach, Bayville

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: ArtsCouncil@ bayvilleny.gov or call (516) 628-1439

Behind the Velvet Ropes

Step into a bygone era with an exclusive, private group tour of Planting Fields Park’s historic Main House, where you’ll be guided by an expert docents on a journey behind the velvet ropes to explore the home’s stunning rooms up close. This immersive experience will deepen your understanding of the Coe family’s fascinating legacy, the iconic estate they built, and the remarkable history that surrounds it. All ages welcome. $18, $17 seniors (62+), $5 children 6-1, children ages 5 and under are free. Registration required.

• Where: 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay

• Time: 11 a.m. and noon, also Aug 1-2

• Contact: plantingfields.org or call (516) 922-9210

Summer tunes

The Music Under The Stars series continues with Decadia, playing ‘80s, ‘90s tunes at

Franz Ferdinand

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12 Historical Walking Tour

Take a walking tour through history at Sands Point Preserve. Join an expert docent to discover the history of the buildings and grounds, from the Goulds to the Guggenheims and beyond. Tour begins outside Castle Gould, followed by a walk to the freshwater pond, and ending in the grand rooms of Hempstead House. This program is strictly for adults and children 12+. This is an energetic walking tour involving uneven terrain, hills, and stairs. $25 fee. Registration required.

• Where: 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point

• Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

• Contact: sandspointpreserve conservancy.org or call (516) 571-7901

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19 Wings 2 Roots: Habitat Heroes

• Time: 8 p.m.

The Scottish band brings their Greater Glasgow European Cultural Exchange Tour to the Paramount stage, in support of their latest album, “The Human Fear,” which dropped in January. Since emerging from Glasgow’s art-school scene — where the band famously staged illegal parties in abandoned buildings — Franz Ferdinand has built a reputation for bold sharp hooks, infectious riffs and a fearless approach to reinvention. The band’s sixth studio album explores the emotions that define the human experience, transforming fear from something to avoid into something that awakens us. From the vulnerability of new relationships to the courage required to embrace change, “The Human Fear” channels those moments of uncertainty into songs packed with energy, urgency and unmistakable Franz Ferdinand style. Following the retrospective collection “Hits To The Head,” their latest album marks a new chapter for the group — one that honors its signature sound while pushing forward. Expect a high-energy performance filled with the clever songwriting, driving rhythms and irresistible beats that have made Franz Ferdinand one of the most influential bands of its generation. At this point in their career, Franz Ferdinand definitely know who they are, and are relishing the vigor that comes with accepting that

Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park.

• Where: 63 Larrabee Ave., Oyster Bay

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: (516) 797-7925

Sale Under The Sun

Visit downtown Locust Valley for the annual sidewalk sale, presented by Locust Valley Chamber of Commerce.

• Where: Birch Hill Road and Forest Avenue, Locust Valley

• Time: 11 a.m., also Aug. 2

• Contact: locustvalleychamber of commerce.com

Storybook

Studio Families are invited to step into the pages of beloved children’s books and watch stories come alive through art at Nassau County Museum of Art. In this highly interactive, collaborative workshop, children ages 4–7 and their parents/caregivers will team up to explore literature through tactile crafting, playful mechanics, and creative engineering. Each session begins with an engaging reading of a celebrated storybook, followed by a hands-on art project that transforms abstract themes into beautiful, functional, and AuG

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kinetic sculptural objects. Perfect for developing fine motor skills, spatial reasoning and a lifelong love for reading and art! This is a true partner class! $25, one adult and child, members $20. Registration required.

• Where: Manes Center, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

• Time: 10-11 a.m., akso Aug. 12, Aug. 19

• Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 626-5280

Dancing in the Street

The Oyster Bay Main Street Association for another night of dancing in the street at the bandstand. This week’s theme is Neon Night.

• Where: 74 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay

• Time: 6:30 p.m.; also Aug. 20

• Contact: oysterbaymainstreet.org or call (516) 922-6982

First Fridays: The Secret Life of Birds

Visit Planting Fields Arboretum for its August edition of First

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

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

Fridays. This interactive program invites all into an engaging exploration of bird behavior, remarkable adaptations, and the surprising stories hidden in the natural world. Dissect owl pellets, learn about bird adaptations and local species, practice bird identification, and enjoy a guided walk to the Wedell Garden and Costich Bird Sanctuary. The program concludes with a rare opportunity to step inside The Posh Blind, part of the Catalyst exhibition by Mark Dion and David Brooks. Reservations are required. $25 per person. For ages 8+. Registration required.

• Where: 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay

• Time: 10-11:30 a.m.

• Contact: plantingfields.org or call (516) 922-9210

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Summer grooves

The Bayville Village Arts Council invites all to a Steel Drum Band concert. Bring beach blankets, chairs and snacks.

• Where: 359 Bayville Ave., Bayville

• Time: 3 p.m.

• Contact: ArtsCouncil@ bayvilleny.gov or call (516) 628-1439

Some birds have come back from the edge of extinction because people chose to pay attention and act. In this session of Wings 2 Roots, young conservationists will hear those stories, then head outside for a Gratitude Walk through the arboretum to observe how this living landscape supports the birds that call it home. Back in the classroom, participants make a personal Habitat Hero Pledge: one real thing they can do for birds in their everyday life. Everyone goes home with a native plant seedling and earns their Junior Habitat Steward certificate. Reservations are required. $25 per child. For ages 5-12.

• Where: Education Center, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay

• Time: 10 a.m.-noon

• Contact: plantingfields.org or call (516) 922-9210

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

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff AGAINST GLENN A. SPELLMAN AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF WESSIE V. SPELLMAN WHO WAS SURVIVING SPOUSE OF GEORGE HENRY SPELLMAN, GEORGE H. SPELLMAN, III AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF WESSIE V. SPELLMAN WHO WAS SURVIVING SPOUSE OF GEORGE HENRY SPELLMAN, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 19, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 115011 on August 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 28 Cross Street, Locust Valley, NY 11560. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Locust Valley, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, and State of New York, Section 30, Block 7, Lot 139 & 141. Approximate amount of judgment $355,697.69 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604609/2019. Michele Bencivinni, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 17-002006 90425 161041

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SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST DONNA KLINGE, MICHAEL ALSCAN, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 19, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County

Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 10 Pine Lane, Bayville, NY 11709 AKA 397 Bayville Avenue, Bayville, NY 11709. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Bayville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 28 Block: 16 Lot: 33 & 34. Approximate amount of judgment $284,360.23 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600970/2023. Mark I. Schreck, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 21-000683 90532 161160

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Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered August 22, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 17, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 5 Carol Lane, Glen Head a/k/a Upper Brookville, NY 11545. Sec 18 Block A Lot 980. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Upper Brookville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Approximate Amount of Judgment is $882,978.90 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be

sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 608863/2023.

During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the 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. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. 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. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

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NASSAU COUNTY SERVIS ONE, INC DBA BSI FINANCIAL SERVICES, Plaintiff against DINA SCOGNAMIGLIO, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 13, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 25, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 5 Vivona Court, Bayville, NY 11709. Sec 28. Block 075 Lot 5. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Bayville,

Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $744,869.75 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 610631/2019. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.

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THE GREAT BOOK GuRu

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Dear Great Book Guru, I have been spending many mornings at Matt’s Deli. His Millennial Special (egg whites, avocado, roasted potatoes on a gluten free wrap) is my perennial favorite but there are lots of other scrumptious treats. While there, I like nothing better than spending an hour or so reading a good mystery. Do you have any recommendations?

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the Underground Railroad. The dubious ethics of sensational journalists and the massive corruption of city politicians further complicate the case.

Dear Matt’s Deli Devotee, I just read an historical mystery set in New York City that you will love. “31 Bond Street” by Ellen Horan is based on a sensational murder case set in 1857. It explores a time of enormous wealth and crushing poverty complicated by the tensions brought about by the recently passed Fugitive Slave Act that seems poised to undo the successes of

New York City is described in such detail that you quickly come to realize that the city is a major character in this novel. While our sympathies lie with the defendant, the mysterious Emma Cunningham, and her idealistic attorney Henry Clinton, we are still shaken by the brutality of the dentist Harvey Burdell’s murder.

Although the story takes place over 150 years ago, there is a strange sense of the familiar throughout. A compelling read and highly recommended.

Would you like to ask the Great Book Guru for a book suggestion? Contact her at annmdipietro@gmail.com.

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the submission of sealed bids from reputable and qualified refuse removal companies for furnishing Refuse Removal in the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District for the period beginning September 15, 2026 to August 31, 2027. Bid Proposal Forms and Bid Specifications may be obtained at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District Administration Building, 1 McCouns Lane, Oyster Bay, New York 11771, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday beginning on July 31, 2026, with a deposit of $50.00, refundable in accordance with General Municipal Law § 102 to cover the cost of preparation, handling and distribution. To pick up in person, deliver a letter of request on your business stationary along with a

business check or bank cashier’s check for $50.00 made payable to Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District. The letter must authorize the carrier to pick up the forms and personal identification may be verified by School District staff.

Any deviations from the terms and conditions set forth in the specification must be listed on a separate sheet attached to the Bidder’s Proposal. In all cases not indicated by the Bidder as a deviation, it is understood that the terms and conditions set forth in the bid specifications shall apply. Bids will be received until 11:00 am on August 11, 2026 at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District Administration Building, 1 McCouns Lane, Oyster Bay, New York 11771, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids

will remain firm for a period of forty-five (45) days following the date of the opening and shall thereafter remain firm unless the Bidder provides written notice to the School District Administration Office that the bid has been withdrawn.

The School District reserves the right to consider experience, service and reputation in the rubbish removal field, as well as the financial responsibility and specific qualifications set out herein of the prospective bidder, in considering bids and awarding the contracts.

Dated: July 29, 2026

Zachary Nyberg Executive Director for Business and Finance Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District 1 McCouns Lane Oyster Bay, New York 11771 161374

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The documentary on Steven McDonald is a must-see

Recently I saw a screening of the documentary about the late NYPD detective Steven McDonald, “Saint of the City.” McDonald was a true hero. In 1986, as a young police officer, he was shot and permanently paralyzed by 15-year-old Shavod Jones, whom he was questioning about a series of bicycle thefts in Central Park. Jones shot McDonald three times, the third time while he was lying on the ground, shattering his spine and leaving him a quadriplegic, needing a ventilator to breathe.

McDonald not only survived, but forgave Jones and went on to live more than 30 heroic years of dedicated service, without complaint or self-pity, until his death in 2017.

Steven and his wife, Patti Ann, lived in Malverne during that time with their son, Conor, who was born just months after his father was shot. Patti Ann went on to serve two terms as Malverne’s mayor. “Saint of the City” was written by veteran Emmy-award winning WPIX-TV reporter Mary Murphy

and produced by Erin Mulvey, a former DEA agent. Filled with facts, emotion and perspective, the film captures the essence of McDonald as an outstanding human being who inspired so many.

I met with him over the years at various police events, at his home in Malverne and in Congress. Those meetings made vividly clear to me just how devastating his injuries were. He was not only confined to a wheelchair, but incapable of moving any party of his body except his head, and he had no sense of feeling anywhere.

The NYPD detective forgave the teen who shot him, leaving him a quadriplegic.

Once when he gave me a book he had written, he inscribed it for me with a Sharpie he held between his teeth.

His breathing was labored, and required a ventilator. At any time he could be struck with severe spasms lasting 30 seconds to a minute. These were difficult to observe, never mind having to endure them.

As the film depicts, McDonald persevered through all of this. He regularly spoke at high schools and to young cops.

He was also an articulate voice for peace and justice in Northern Ireland, not just attending events in New York, but traveling to Northern Ireland to

Murge those on all sides — Catholics and Protestants, pro-British and pro-Irish — to resolve their differences and pursue the path to peace. McDonald’s efforts were particularly beneficial in the months following the signing of the Good Friday Agreement in 1998, when radicals attempted to shatter the peace accord with a horrific bombing attack in Omagh, Northern Ireland, that killed 29 civilians and injured more than 200. His presence at such a critical time delivered a strong message about the necessity of maintaining peace and allowing the agreement to be implemented.

I remember when Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern addressed a joint session of Congress and singled out McDonald, who was seated in the House gallery. At a reception later that day, Sen. Ted Kennedy asked me to introduce Ahern to McDonald.

The film also highlights how McDonald was sustained by his Catholic faith, and particularly by the advice and consolation he received from Father Mychal Judge, the chaplain of the FDNY who died at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, and Cardinal John O’Connor, who McDonald told me would visit him at his Malverne home

to help him through tough moments. McDonald also organized prayer groups that met regularly.

The “Saint of the City” screening took place at the Marymount School, in Manhattan. Among those in attendance were former NYPD Commissioners Ray Kelly and Keechant Sewell, former Detective Bo Dietl and many high-ranking police officials and officers who worked with McDonald or got to know him over the years. Magee Hickey of WPIX, WINS reporter Juliet Papa and Daily News columnist Michael Daly were also there.

From the sports world there was Mets all-time great relief pitcher Jesse Orosco, who, after pitching the final innings of the Mets’ final 1986 World Series game against the Red Sox, had thrown his glove high in the air. Days later, Orosco gave the glove to McDonald, a longtime Mets fan.

Most notable among the attendees, of course, were Steven’s widow, Patti Ann, and their son, Conor, who is now a captain in the NYPD. Both personify and carry on the inspirational legacy of Steven McDonald, who was truly a saint among us. Once it is distributed, be sure to see “Saint of the City.”

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

Donnie Kreiss, ‘I carry your heart with me’

y husband, Donnie Kreiss, died on July 12, at home, just days after our 58th anniversary. He was 80, and had been living with pancreatic cancer since it was diagnosed in 2023.

Donnie did not go gently. As Dylan Thomas wrote, he raged against the dying of the light, from the moment he knew he had this relentless cancer until two Sundays ago, when he drew a quiet breath and then no more. Our son and daughter were with him. My sister, Meryl Greenbaum, was with us. The loving good wishes of everyone he knew were with us.

He had been drifting away for the previous 10 days, suffering the side effects of three years of treatment. Still, in early June he was walking laps in our building, and in April the family had gathered for his birthday dinner. He pushed his athlete’s body beyond anyone’s expectation, and the night he died,

we rang the bell for him, because every single day he lived since 2023 was a tribute to his courage.

Donnie never felt sorry for himself. In his last days on earth he was reaching out to friends who had heartache, relationship woes, business setbacks or medical problems. He preached a gospel of positivity, insisting on finding threads of hope. He left a legacy of goodness and generosity, changing the lives of so many people along the way.

triumph over adversity.

H e always found the best in others because, truly, that was all he saw.

Donnie was a native Lawrencian. He was born in 1946 at Brooklyn Jewish Hospital to Lillian and Jack Kreiss, who lived at 16 Muriel Ave. in Lawrence. When he was 2, he contracted bacterial meningitis, which was usually fatal in those days. He was in isolation at St Joseph’s Hospital, in Far Rockaway, for two months. That was the first of his medical miracle recoveries, which included a fractured skull when he was 10, heart attacks at 40 and 50, bypass surgery, congestive heart failure and cervical spine surgery. He recited his near-misses enthusiastically, as if they were a resume, not of suffering but of

Donnie was a gifted athlete who ran track and played varsity football, basketball and golf. He was a beautiful man, and we fell hard in love as teenagers. We graduated together in 1964 from Lawrence High. When we married and settled in Woodmere, his second home was the Lawrence Golf Club, where his father was president and then, 50 years later, he was president. In recent years his home course was on Longboat Key, Fla., where last year he was named Most Inspirational Golfer of the Year, an award they created for him.

Don started his own business in 1969, selling slippers and bras and panties. He loved selling, and he was the best salesman because he could out-wait, out-talk and outlast any buyer he encountered.

He always found the best in others because, truly, that was all he saw. He drew on a deep well of generosity and kindness.

Our children, Jason, Rochelle, Jocelyn and Josh, were, as Auden said, his north, south, east and west. His grandchildren, Sabrina, Jacob, Elijah and

Emi, brought light and delight into his life. “Did you talk to the kids today?” was his mantra.

Despite his lifelong medical issues, Don was a rough and ready traveler, up for any adventure. We spent five summers exploring Montana when the kids were teenagers, and then for decades we traveled the world, from Komodo Island, in Indonesia, to the Alaska wilderness, from Bali to Singapore to Tasmania and New Zealand. Nothing stopped him.

Obituaries are the last public words written about someone. I never expected to write Donnie’s obituary, which I hope is more like telling the story of his life. Which is also the story of my life. As Cummings wrote, I carry his heart in my heart.

He trusted me to shepherd him through these last years, to get to the right doctors, to hold hands as we heard the diagnoses that limited his days. He wanted time, he said over and over again. I did my best, but time was not in my hands. I believe he would have wanted me to write this, the last words about him, from a place of love and longing, happy remembrance, and sadness that he did not have more days to grace our lives.

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There’s always someone downwind

there’s a particular quality to the light when the smoke arrives. It goes flat and white, the sun turns into a coin you can look at directly, and the air smells faintly like someone three houses down is burning leaves. It has happened enough times now that Long Islanders recognize it.

The fires are in Canada. Ontario mostly, sometimes the prairie provinces — a thousand miles and more from here, far enough that the smoke spends days in transit before it reaches us. And it reaches us anyway. It settles over Rockville Centre and Garden City and Long Beach. It gets into the lungs of kids at day camp in Merrick who have never heard the phrase “boreal forest.”

There is something clarifying about that, if you let it be.

We are accustomed to thinking of our lives as local, and with good reason. This newspaper exists because the things that shape a day here — the school calendar, the traffic on Sunrise Highway, whether the field will be playable Saturday morning — are decided close to home by people you might run into at the deli. That proximity is the texture of life in a place like ours. The distance between a thing and its cause is usually short enough to walk.

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Town supervisor candidate Scianablo deserves a serious look

To the Editor:

Barely a day goes by that I don’t receive at least one mailing from John Ferretti expounding on all of his successes as Town of Hempstead supervisor. He claims that he is hard at work for the people of the town. He claims to have lowered town taxes, that he is working to ensure that our water is safe to drink, and is working with Nassau County to protect religious institutions. Just because he makes these claims doesn’t mean they aren’t just alternative facts.

The truth is that since he became supervisor — with the questionable means by which he was made the incumbent for his election — town taxes have increased 12 percent, our

Smoke from a forest a thousand miles away is a different phenomenon. It did not come from anything anyone here did or failed to do. And at the end of that very long chain sits your daughter’s soccer practice.

Why more of it, and why now? Because the climate is warming and the northern forest is drying out as a result. Spring snowpack melts earlier than it used to. Summers run longer and hotter, and the peat and duff beneath the trees turn into something that holds fire the way a sponge holds water — slowly, deep down and for a very long time.

Fires that once burned themselves out now smolder underground through the winter and surface again in spring. More fire, more smoke. And the same atmospheric machinery that has always carried Canadian cold fronts down to the Northeast now carries the smoke with them.

The smoke isn’t doing anything unusual. It is riding the same currents that have brought us our weather since before there was a Long Island to bring it to — the northwest flow behind a front, the same air that gives us a crisp October morning and the frigid air of January. We have always been downwind of Canada. We simply had no occa-

sion to notice.

That’s what makes this worth sitting with. Not the fires themselves, but what they reveal about connection. Something we didn’t do, in a place most of us have never been, is now a feature of summer on Long Island.

And what we do continues downwind. The exhaust from the Meadowbrook, the fertilizer that leaves a lawn in Wantagh and ends up in the bay, the plume from a stack in Island Park — none of that stays put, either. Our runoff is someone else’s smoke.

There is a version of this line of thinking that curdles into helplessness, and we would steer away from it. Being connected to a place you cannot influence isn’t the same as being powerless. It is mostly an invitation to pay attention — to the bay, to the air, to the small local things that are, somewhere downwind, someone else’s inherited condition.

The sky has cleared — but it will haze over again. If not this summer, then next. And each time it does, it is worth taking a moment to notice the strangeness: that we are downwind of a forest we will likely never see, and that somewhere, someone we will never meet is downwind of us.

Our harbor deserves more than deferred promises

For generations, Hempstead Harbor has been central to life in Sea Cliff. residents gather to swim, sail, fish, kayak and enjoy the natural beauty of our community. The harbor sustains beaches, marinas, yacht clubs, wildlife and local businesses. After decades of neglect, it has made a remarkable recovery because municipalities and residents refused to give up on it.

That progress is now at risk from the proposed Propel NY Energy project, which would install high-voltage transmission cables through Hempstead Harbor.

Sea Cliff’s opposition is the product of careful review — not reflex or reluctance. The village became a formal party to the Public Service Commission proceeding on Dec. 2, 2024. Since then, village representatives have taken part in more than 200 settlement conference sessions and dedicated countless hours to studying technical documents, environmental analyses and legal filings. We have submitted more than a dozen letters, briefs, comments and objections, each outlining the protections we believe the harbor requires.

We entered the settlement process in good faith, seeking clear and enforce-

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able safeguards. Time and again, we identified the protections needed to ensure the harbor’s safety. Yet Propel chose not to adequately address these concerns, leaving critical issues to future Environmental Management and Construction Plans — after principal approvals would already be granted.

Sea Cliff isn’t alone in its reservations. Only 10 of the proceeding’s 79 parties signed the Joint Proposal submitted by Propel.

None of Nassau County’s three towns — Hempstead, North Hempstead and Oyster bay — signed it.

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he Propel NY Energy project would put Hempstead Harbor’s recovery at risk.

The North Shore Central School District also submitted opposition papers. Together, these objections illustrate substantial unresolved concerns from the communities most directly affected.

The Hempstead Harbor Protection Committee shares our position: The Joint Proposal does not sufficiently protect the harbor. Since 1995, the committee has united municipalities, advanced water-quality improvements and helped lead shellfish-restoration efforts that have added millions of oysters and clams to harbor waters — work that transformed a once-degraded harbor into an environmental success story. When the organization established specifically to protect the harbor warns that stronger safeguards are needed, that warning must be taken seriously.

The project’s purpose has also shift-

ed. Originally promoted as a transmission pathway for offshore wind energy from Long Island to New York City and Westchester, it is now described as an “energy-agnostic,” two-way system capable of carrying electricity from any source, in either direction. The Joint Proposal contains no guarantee that the power transmitted will be offshore wind — or any renewable energy. This significant change warrants public scrutiny.

Sea Cliff recognizes the importance of a reliable electric grid and understands that major infrastructure projects may be necessary. but necessity can’t justify weak environmental protections. We shouldn’t have to choose between reliable electricity and a healthy Hempstead Harbor. If this project advances, Propel Applicant must be required to use the strongest available safeguards, prevent avoidable damage and take full responsibility for any harm caused.

Installing submarine cables would disturb the harbor bottom, suspend sediments and create turbidity plumes. given the harbor’s industrial history, project documents identify monitoring thresholds involving arsenic, copper, lead, mercury, dioxins, and furans. Disturbing those sediments could threaten water quality, marine habitat, shellfish beds and public beaches.

The proposed protections act too late. Work would not automatically stop

Framework by Tim Baker

water rates are up 33 percent, and our energy rates continue to climb. Due to the lack of transparency, we have no idea where our hard-earned tax dollars are going or to whom.

I met Ferretti’s opponent, Joe Scianablo, for the first time when he attended a parlor meeting at my home. I was impressed not only with his background, but also his sincerity and his desire to continue serving the public. Scianablo has spent his entire adult life as a public servant. He served multiple deployments in the Marines in East Timor, Eritrea, and Iraq, then was a New York City police officer, focusing on domestic violence cases, in which helped victims find safety and justice. He is a former prosecutor in the Queens district attorney’s office, where he advocated for survivors of domestic violence.

I believed Scianablo when he said his focus would be to ensure that our tax dollars and resources benefit all the people in the Town of Hempstead, not just the favored ones. He isn’t a career politician, but will be a politician who has made a career of service. I encourage anyone who has the opportunity to meet him to do so. I think you will come away as impressed as I was.

CHErIE FEINbErg Lawrence

when pollution limits are first exceeded. by the time officials are notified and corrective action begins, contaminated sediment may already have spread through the harbor.

The village requested clear shutdown standards, immediate municipal notification, sediment-containment measures, independent testing, beach protections, and full responsibility for immediate cleanup and restoration. These are reasonable safeguards — practical measures to prevent harm, not obstacles to progress.

Sea Cliff’s ownership rights beneath Hempstead Harbor must also be resolved before any approval is granted. The village holds historic state grants of lands underwater that the proposed cable route may trespass on or permanently impair. These property rights can’t be ignored or deferred for later resolution. The proposed burial depth is only a target, and if it proves unfeasible, concrete mattresses or similar structures could limit generations of residents from accessing and using the harbor for activities like boating, sailing, fishing and mooring that have long been part of Sea Cliff’s identity.

The harbor’s recovery took decades. After extensive and good-faith participation, Sea Cliff cannot support a Joint Proposal that fails to adequately protect a resource we all cherish. The village board will continue to insist on a transparent, scientifically sound review that safeguards the harbor, its surrounding communities and future generations.

Elena Villafane is the mayor of Sea Cliff.

My Morning Jacket performed at the Great South Bay Music Festival, in Patchogue’s Shorefront Park, last Sunday.

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