Rockville Centre Herald 06-12-2025

Rockville Centre scouts receive highest honor

By JANE BAGATTA Herald Intern

Christian Kennedy, Joseph Kozlik, James Loud and Michael Riomao of Rockville Centre Troop 40 achieved the rank of Eagle Scout on June 6, an accomplishment that only about six percent of Boy Scouts attain, according to GreatRiversScouting.org.

Family, friends, troop leaders, fellow Scouts and members of the community gathered at the St. Agnes Parish Center to honor the four Scouts, who are seniors at South Side High School, during a Court of Honor ceremony. Local officials, including Rockville Centre Mayor Francis Murray, Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray and Nassau County Legislator Scott Davis, were also in attendance to personally congratulate the new Eagle Scouts.

Earning the rank of Eagle Scout requires years of dedication, discipline and hard work. It is the highest achievement in Scouting and represents a milestone

Grillo, Conlon run uncontested for village board

Mindy Roman running for village justice

By KElSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com

Trustees Emilio Grillo and Katie Conlon, who are both running unopposed for re-election in the June 17 Rockville Centre village elections, recently held a community forum, where they outlined their goals for the upcoming term.

The incumbents highlighted their records on public service, infrastructure improvements and community engagement during the June 3 forum at the Sandel Senior Center, which was held to inform residents

about their policies.

Both trustees emphasized their commitment to navigating certain challenges while preserving Rockville Centre’s character and quality of life.

Grillo, a 26-year village resident and practicing attorney, entered public service after opposing a nearby development, later serving as deputy village attorney and being elected trustee in 2013. He’s been a liaison to several village departments, including police, fire and water, and cites his achievements, such as expanding recycling, securing infra-

structure funds, and supporting local businesses during the pandemic.

A former prosecutor, he emphasized the importance of public safety and adapting to new challenges, such as those posed by social media and increased traffic from services like Uber. One of his proudest achievements, he said, was helping foster a more respectful, open and civil environment on the village board.

“From my perspective, this position is all about public service,” he said at the forum. “We’re all neighbors, and we all

want to see our community thrive.”

Conlon reflected on her past four years of service on the board — which she described as “an honor and a privilege”

— expressing gratitude for her role as trustee and a deeper understanding of what it means to be an incorporated village.

She highlighted improved services and community engagement, noting the village’s ability to meet local needs while following state and federal laws. As liaison to the Public Works Department, she

prioritized road safety, helped reroute a hazardous bus line, and led cost-saving efforts amid pandemic revenue losses and rising costs.

She organized forums on housing and development, supported historic preservation, and backed a 2022 resolution adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism. She also launched a tribute project for military service.

“I’m looking forward to the next four years,” she said. “I’ve got a lot more that I want to

Courtesy Village of Rockville Centre

Mayor Francis Murray, left, Joseph Kozlik, James Loud, Michael Riomao, Christian Kennedy and Town Clerk Kate Murray all attended the Eagle Scout ceremony on June 6.

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RVC firefighters honored for lifelong service

By STACEY TAYLOR Correspondent

The Rockville Centre Fire Department gathered in full dress uniform for its Annual Inspection and Installation Dinner on May 30 at The Lannin in Eisenhower Park, where generations of volunteer firefighters and village leaders celebrated service, camaraderie and community spirit.

WThis year’s ceremony honored Mayor Francis X. Murray of Floodlight Co. No. 1, who was named an Honorary Chief for over 50 years of service. Fifteen awards were distributed in total, with members being honored for 25 and 50 years of service to the department.

e help the people who live, work and play in Rockville Centre

FRAnCiS MuRRAY

Mayor, Village of Rockville Centre

The evening began with Master of Ceremonies Ex-Chief John Mirando introducing the Rockville Centre Fire Department Color Guard, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Firefighter Frank Colon, a U.S. Army veteran and captain of the Fire Police Squad. A solemn invocation was offered, including a moment of silence for departed members, with the program dedicated to Firefighter Ian Bernard of Alert Engine Co. No. 1. Outgoing chief Scott Mohr addressed the crowd, reflecting on his tenure: “I’m filled with a mix of emotions — gratitude, pride, and yes, a bit of sadness as I close this chapter of my time as chief.”

Mayor Francis Murray, visibly moved while receiving his Honorary Chief plaque from second assistant chief Brian P. O’Toole, recounted his introduction to the fire service. “I got hooked on being a firefighter when I was about 7 years old in the early 1950s. My father was an ex-chief, and I was always by his side,” he said. “I’ve been in the Rescue Company for 53 years, and I never expected this honor. It’s a bit embarrassing, but I’m deeply grateful.”

When asked what kept him going all these years, Murray credited his father, Eugene J. Murray, and the community. “It’s a team effort. We help the people who live, work and play in Rockville Centre. From car accidents to fires, big and small, we’re there. We’re the largest volunteer fire department in New York State with 325 members, and the most highly trained.”

Fifty-Year Award recipient Jeffrey Greenfield also reflected on a lifetime of dedication as a volunteer firefighter. “It feels like only yesterday I joined,” said Greenfield, who grew up in Rockville Centre and joined after college. “I’ve always been involved in the community. It’s a band of brothers.”

Greenfield played a pivotal role in enhancing the department’s Length of

Service Award Program, a pension plan designed to retain and attract members.

“That meant a lot to me,” he said, “earning the community’s support and improving benefits for volunteers.”

Macallister Morris was honored with the Junior Ex-Captain Award. Andrew Krahm, Connor Bogue, Kevin Kutcher and David Schowerer were honored with Ex-Captain Awards. Greenfield was joined by Gary Kondor, Peter Stuyvesant and John S. Thorp in receiving Fifty-Year Awards. Christopher DeGray, Ross Fielding, John P. Griffin, John O. Lamonica and Brian Remppel were recognized with Twenty-Five Year Awards.

The night also included the installation

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Mayor Kathy Baxley, and deputy chiefs, by trustee Emilio Grillo.

Outgoing chief Scott Mohr was presented with a plaque to document his many years of service and ranks, which he accepted alongside his family’s support.

Photos courtesy Brian Grogan

Elected officials, including Legislator Scott Davis, Assemblywoman Judy Griffin and County Executive Bruce Blakeman, came to support the honorees and award winners at the annual Rockville Centre Fire Department Installation Dinner on May 30.

Mayor Francis Murray, left, was deemed honorary chief of the department, and the plaque was presented to him by Brian O’Toole, second assistant chief.

Deputy Mayor Kathy Baxley installed the fire department’s incoming officers at the dinner.

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

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

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

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

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

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

ETTINGER LAW FIRM

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Crime watCh

assault

On June 2, a resident of Ozone Park reported he was involved in an altercation with a subject on Old Mill Court, during which he was struck with a baseball bat.

Graffiti

On June 7, a Rockville Centre resident observed several youths spray painting graffiti on the grounds of Hewitt Elementary School.

harassment

On June 2, a Hempstead resident reported she was spit on by another motorist during a road rage incident on Woods Avenue.

On June 5, the manager of a hair salon on Seaman Avenue reported that she has been receiving numerous threatening phone calls at her place of business.

homiCide (natural)

On June 4, a resident of a Maine Avenue nursing home was discovered dead in her bed by staff members.

On June 5, a resident of a Maine Avenue nursing home was pronounced dead after being discovered unresponsive by staff.

leavinG the sCene

On June 4, a Floral Park resident reported that his vehicle was struck by another vehicle that then fled the scene while both were driving on Maine Avenue.

lost property

On June 2, the manager of a Rockville Centre car dealership reported that three NYS dealer license plates missing from the office.

unusual inCident

On June 2, a Lakeview resident reported that he lost his wallet at a Rockville Centre restaurant, and later discovered fraudulent transactions on credit cards that were taken with the wallet.

On June 2, a Rockville Centre resident reported that someone had opened fraudulent charge accounts using his personal information.

People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.

fire watCh

The Rockville Centre Fire Department is always looking for help in serving our community. If you live here or in any one of the adjacent communities and are interested in joining or just

June 1 – June 8

General Alarms – 5

Still Alarms – 4

Rescue – 10

Aided Cases (Ambulance) – 48

Mutual Aid Fire – 0

Mutual Aid Rescue – 0

Mutual Aid Ambulance – 0

Total – 67

have questions, please visit any firehouse on Sunday mornings and speak with one of the officers or call (516) 6789320. For emergencies dial 911 or (516) 766-0400.

Year To Date

General Alarms – 210

Still Alarms – 128

Rescue – 72

Aided Cases (Ambulance) – 1108

Mutual Aid Fire – 34

Mutual Aid Rescue – 1

Mutual Aid Ambulance – 3

Total – 1556

HERALD SPORTS

Bayport tops South Side for L.I. crown

By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

Fresh off its first-ever county championship, South Side went toe-totoe with powerhouse Bayport-Blue Point throughout the first half of the Long Island Class C girls lacrosse championship game June 3.

The second half, however, was a different story.

Bayport scored the first four goals of the third quarter and allowed just one goal over the final 25:39 on the way to defeating the Cyclones, 10-6, before packed stands at Adelphi University. The Phantoms, winners of five of the last six Suffolk County titles, got three goals from senior Aubrie Eisfeld — all after halftime — and a pair from sophomore Olivia Brady on the way to their 18th win in 19 games and third L.I. crown in five years.

Senior Sienna Connolly had a hat trick for South Side, which led 4-2 early in the second quarter when sophomore Bobbie Creo, who had five goals in its 14-8 Nassau Class B title

game victory over Wantagh, scored unassisted. The Cyclones finished 16-4.

“For quite a while it felt like a game that was going to come down to the last possession,” South Side coach Rob Devlin said. “Give Bayport credit. They had a nine-minute run that made the difference.”

Each team scored twice in the opening quarter and added three more goals in the second for a 5-5 deadlock at halftime. Bayport scored three straight (senior Emma Shanahan, junior Sara Richardt and Brady) after the Creo goal to take its first lead of the night. Sophomore Skye Kortn converted a nifty behind-the-net feed from classmate Olivia Mayerhofer with 1:21 left in the half to create the game’s fourth and final stalemate.

Phantoms coach Ryan Gick said South Side’s athleticism and seasonlong success on draws concerned him most entering the matchup.

“That’s a talented team over there we just beat,” Gick said. “They dominated us on draws in the first half and we challenged our kids to turn things

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around in that aspect and they did. Big moments you live for and our girls went right after it. Our defense was outstanding in the second half holding them to one goal.”

Bayport led for good after Eisfeld scored her first goal just 2:48 into the second half. Brady, Eisfeld and Suffolk title game standout senior Ava Meyn scored in a five-minute span to increase the lead to 9-5. The margin would’ve been greater if not for South Side junior goalie Tara Cody, who made several remarkable saves.

“I thought we did a nice job locking down Meyn and Reese [sophomore Long] had a lot to do with that,” Devlin said. “They do a real nice job in transition, particularly number 2 [Brady].”

The Cyclones got within 9-6 after three quarters after Connolly completed the hat trick, but possessions and scoring chances in the fourth were few and far between.

“I told them, ‘yes tonight sticks but tomorrow you’re going to look back and realize how much you accomplished,’” Devlin said.

Jeff Wilson/Herald Sienna Connolly had half of the Cyclones’ goals in its 10-6 defeat to Bayport-Blue Point in the LIC.

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Phillips House raised funds for preservation

By Rei Wolfsohn Correspondent

At Neighbors’ Night at the Phillips House Museum, trustees and community members gathered to honor the past and future of the village.

Proceeds from the night will mainly go to paying for a survey of the southern half of the village to find historic buildings. Some attendees were firstgeneration residents of Rockville Center, while others’ families went back for generations.

Kelly Thurston’s dad’s family goes back four generations or more in Rockville Centre, she said, and this makes her feel connected to the history of her community.

“I feel like we’re losing parts of our history every day in town, and having people who care and who remind us that we do have a big history and do things that keep them going is important,” Thurston said.

Margaret Cruz is relatively new to Rockville Center, in comparison, and was drawn to the local achitecture.

“It’s a very old town,” Cruz said. “The reason why we moved to this community is because of the beautiful housing up here.”

Cruz expressed her appreciation for the volunteers at the museum.

“They are very lovely people,” Cruz said. “We are very grateful and appreciative of them.”

Patricia Dougan said she came to the May 31 event because she wanted to learn more about the historical society.

“To preserve what went on so we can remember, we can see, we can educate people about it,” Dougan said. “That’s what I’m interested in.”

One of the village’s preservation projects was started in 2018-2019 with the surveying of the village north of Lakeview Avenue.

“About 90 percent of the village north of Lakeview Avenue is actually classified as historic,” said Matt Cliszis, who is in charge of the museum’s communications. “So people’s heads were spinning.”

The historical society is hoping to raise $20,000 to put towards hiring a company to finish surveying the village. Donations in general also go towards speaker series fees and building maintenance.

This is the second annual Neighbors’ Night at the Museum, and the last one was a success. Debbie Fehringer said she is pleased with the progress that has been made since she took over as president.

“We’re a new board for the most part,” Fehringer said. “I took over from Frank Seipp who was president for 30 years, so I have some big shoes to fill. We realized this museum offers so much. Every village should have an historical society. We’re lucky to add to it.”

Fehringer wants the public to know two things: they’re looking for more volunteers to help with archiving, and contemporary artists or musicians can showcase their work at an open house

there.

“We’re the past but we’re the present as well,” Fehringer said.

Another point she made was that they regularly have scouting troops come through to learn about history or do their next level scout projects. Fehringer said school involvement has lessened over the years, but they’re hoping to get the schools to work with them more often.

Getting people involved in general can be a challenge, but that’s the point of Neighbors’ Night at the Museum, Fehringer pointed out.

“It’s an opportunity for people that don’t know each other to come and mix amongst themselves, and also to meet us and see the museum,” she said.

She also believes the historical society provides a focal point for the collective narrative of the village.

“I think we’re all happier when we have an understanding of that shared identity,” Fehringer said.

Visitors Kelly Thurston, Claire Smetana and Nicole Galante enjoyed refreshments.

Rei Wolfsohn/Herald photos

Phillips House Museum trustees gathered in celebration of the museum and the history of the village.

President Debbie Fehringer gave a speech about the museum and the event.

Phillips House Museum trustees welcomed visitors to the Neighbors’ Night event tent.

trustees Katie Conlon, left, and emilio grillo shared past successes and future goals ahead of the rockville Centre village elections, during a June 3 public forum, which was

Trustees looking to do more in their next terms

accomplish.”

During the forum, the two trustees fielded questions from the public, which touched on a broad spectrum of topics, including the newly adopted budget.

The village recently approved a $60.9 million general fund budget for the 2026 fiscal year. The new budget raises the tax levy to $41.7 million, up from $38.9 million in 2025, with an increase of 7.4 percent, which Grillo pointed out is 4.8 percent higher than the New York state tax cap. The increase is due to a variety of issues, from infrastructure needs and union-mandated salary hikes to surging insurance premiums and pension obligations.

Wtinues to seek grants for water infrastructure upgrades and has replaced many outdated water mains.

On road repairs, Grillo explained the village uses data from Cornell University to objectively rank street conditions to identify which roads need upgrades. He added that the village tries to strike a balance, stating, “We don’t want to overspend, but we also want to maintain that infrastructure.”

e’re all neighbors, and we all want to see our community thrive.

Emilio Grillo Village trustee, Rockville Centre

To offset some of these expenses, village officials have proposed charging non-residents for downtown parking after 6 p.m., with residents remaining exempt. Parking Fields 1, 4, 7 and 8, near Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road, could be among those areas affected.

Conlon noted a new sliding-scale parking variance fee for businesses, with revenue going directly toward parking lot improvements.

“We have to work to strike a balance between managing these costs that are out of our control while maintaining our village and the services that we are used to and accustomed to and desire,” Conlon said.

In response to residents’ concerns about water quality and discoloration, Grillo emphasized that “the quality of our water remains excellent, and I think that’s really a product of our water department.”

Conlon added that the village has two iron filtration plants and the aquifer is rich in iron, which explains the discoloration. She said the village con-

Conlon added that more than 22 miles of road have been repaved over the past 15 years.

Throughout the forum, Grillo and Conlon each shared their excitement working with the newly formed civic association, and cited their support of historic preservation efforts without overly restricting homeowner rights. They voiced opposition to a village-run pool due to budget constraints, voiced support for more green spaces, and both candidates encouraged the revitalization of the downtown area, with potential incentives to landlords to continue making improvements.

Also during the June 17 election, Mindy Roman is running uncontested for a four-year term as village justice. She was appointed to the bench in November 2023 to complete the term of retiring Judge Kevin McDonough and won an uncontested special election in 2024 to finish out the remaining year. Roman is a partner at Horing Welikson Rosen & Digrugilliers and served as village prosecutor for over 25 years.

“I love the village, I love being a judge here, and I appreciate your support,” she said at the forum.

Voting on June 17 will take place from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center, at 111 N. Oceanside Ave.

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moderated by Barry Hochhauser, standing.

Little League champs prepare for big day

By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com

The Rockville Centre Little League will wrap up its 2025 season with its annual Championship Saturday on June 14, a community-wide celebration of baseball, softball, and youth sportsmanship.

Held each year on Father’s Day weekend, the championship celebration marks the official end of the Little League season, which began in late March and early April. The day features six championship games across baseball and softball divisions split on two fields, along with music, food, family-friendly activities and scholarship presentations.

Iattendees, adding to the festive atmosphere.

“It’s really all about the baseball and the boys getting their recognition after a good season,” Daniel Hannon, board member of the Little League, said.

t’s really all about the baseball and the boys getting their recognition after a good season.

DAnIEL HAnnon Board member, Rockville Centre Little League

Hickey Field will host three baseball championship games. The Minor League of 9-year-olds will play at 1 p.m., the American League of 10- and 11-year-olds will play at 3:30 p.m. and the National League of 11- and 12-year-olds will play at 6 p.m. Each game includes live announcements, national anthem performances and scoreboard recognition. Frank’s Steaks will donate burgers and hot dogs for

The day looks a little different at Klein field, with a carnivallike setting. The morning starts with a five-year-old kickball game at 9 a.m., a five- and six-year-old Munchkins softball game at 9:30 a.m. and six-year-old Sluggers baseball at 10 a.m. Softball championship games for the divisions of Machine Pitch of seven- and eight-year-olds, Minors of nine- and 10-year-olds and Majors of 11- and 12-yearolds are set for 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.

“We will have entertainment and food and beverage for all the kids and families,” Hannon said, which includes face painting, bounce houses and arts and crafts.

Both sites will hold award ceremonies, including the presentation of annual Little League scholarships to graduating seniors recognized for community involvement and league contributions.

“I still remember it to this day, just the kids celebrating on the field,” Hannon said, recalling his own coaching days. “It’s something that they all remember forever.”

The event is free and open to the public. Families are encouraged to attend and celebrate the end of a spirited and memorable season.

RVC Knights of Columbus honor founder

By KELSIE RADZISKI

kradziski@liherald.com

In a solemn and stirring ceremony, Bishop John O. Barres led the blessing of a new statue honoring Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney, the founder of the Knights of Columbus, at St. Agnes Cathedral.

The statue, a gift from the St. Agnes Council of the Knights of Columbus #2548, commemorates the life and mission of Father McGivney, a 19th-century parish priest whose spiritual leadership and compassion inspired one of the largest Catholic fraternal organizations in the world.

Father McGivney, born in 1852 and ordained in 1877, served for seven years at St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Connecticut, where he founded the Knights of Columbus in 1882. He died of pneumonia in 1890 at the age of 38 after ministering to his parish during a pandemic.

Bishop Barres led the mass on May 25 and blessed the statue during his homily. He drew parallels between the Gospel, which recounted Jesus’ call to his disciples on the shores of Galilee, and Father McGivney’s own call to serve. The homily reflected on McGivney’s early struggles, including the loss of his father while he was in seminary,

Columbus members came from across the state to celebrate the May 25 honoring.

which forced him to temporarily return home to care for his family.

“Perhaps it was that loss of his father and the providential disruption of his plans that opened his eyes to the plight of those in need,” Bishop Barres said.

Since its founding, the Knights of Columbus has grown to over two million members worldwide, advocating

for persecuted Christians, supporting disaster relief efforts and fostering vocations to the priesthood as McGivney did “with grace, humility, charity and magnanimity,” Bishop Barres said.

McGivney was beatified on October 31, 2020, by Pope Francis. The ceremony, Bishop Barres recalled, took place near Yale University, where the young

priest once walked the streets of New Haven.

As the statue was blessed and unveiled, Bishop Barres called on the faithful to continue McGivney’s legacy. The statue dedication was described as a providential moment of inspiration, with hopes that it will lead more young men to discern the priesthood and join the Knights of Columbus.

Tim Baker/Herald

Kelvin Soto, left, and Lucas Pluviose celebrated last year’s season, and this year’s Little League champs are getting ready to celebrate the end of their season.

Christine Rivera/Herald Knights of

Eagle Scout projects benefitted community

that is both personal and communal, celebrated by all who supported the Scouts along their journey.

The Court of Honor began with the Presentation of Colors by a color guard made up of boy scouts of all ages, along with Kennedy, Kozlik, Loud and Riomao. The Pledge of Allegiance, an invocation, the scout oath and the scout law candle lighting followed. After the color guard escorted the Eagle candidates to the stage, Legislature Davis said some words, referring to the honor of Eagle Scout as “an effort you don’t get overnight.”

Troop 40 scoutmaster Mike O’Hare spoke of the lessons scouts learn and the impact Eagle Scouts can have on both their community and the world, mentioning how many of America’s greatest leaders achieved Eagle Scout rank. O’Hare also talked about the steps scouts take to become Eagles, such as how they need to obtain a total of 21 Eagle badges and complete an Eagle service project. All projects must help the scout’s community and demonstrate the scout’s leadership skills.

Kennedy’s project was building two bike repair stations at Hempstead Lake State Park, Kozlik’s was refurbishing the courtyard at The Phillips House, Loud’s was cleaning out and renovating the storage rooms and expanding the food pantry at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center and Rio -

mao’s was creating QR codes containing information for displays at The Phillips House.

Toward the end of the ceremony, O’Hare presented each scout the Eagle award pin and asked each young man’s parents to come up to the stage. The scout’s mother then pinned the award on her son’s uniform, and the scout pro-

ceeded to give both of his parents, as well as a chosen mentor, a pin. At this moment Kennedy, Kozlik, Loud and Riomao officially became Eagle Scouts.

Scouting has a rich history in Rockville Centre. The first Eagle Scout in the history of the Boy Scouts of America was Aurthur Rose Eldred of Troop 1 in Rockville Centre in 1912. Troop 1 later

became Troop 40, the troop Kennedy, Kozlik, Loud and Riomao are all a part of today.

O’Hare was especially proud of his scouts. Speaking of the new Eagle Scouts, he said, “I learned that they are determined. It got to a point where maybe they weren’t gonna get their Eagle rank and they decided that they were gonna go for it in the end.”

The new Eagle Scouts have great aspirations for the future. Kennedy wants to be a lawyer and Kozlik wants to be a pilot. Loud aspires to work in law enforcement and Riomao in finance. The boys reflected on their journeys to becoming Eagle Scouts and words of wisdom to young boy scouts.

“Just stay focused. Keep that focus mentality,” Loud said as his advice to new boys scouts.

“The award can take you far and you get to associate with a lot of people your age and you get to do a lot of outdoor activities. That can be a lot of fun,” Kozlik said on achieving the honor.

Kennedy talked about the most important lesson he learned from Boy Scouts: “Probably just hard work. Being an Eagle Scout took a lot of hard work and it took a lot of discipline.”

Riomao gave insight into what being an Eagle Scout means to him “I think just means being able to help the community and just being there for whoever needs.”

Courtesy Ed Loud

Joseph Kozlik gave mike o’Hare a pin for being his mentor.

Help for men suffering in silence with erectile dysfunction

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hospital in New York City.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

To learn more visit www.mountsinai.org/feilpavilion

Eat for hydration

Water-based veggies are a nutritional superstar

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

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

Nutritional benefits are real

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

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

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

nutrients.

On the top of the list for nutritional value

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

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

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

Hydration boost

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

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

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

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

When to add water-based vegetables to your meal plan

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

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

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

Compassionate care that enriches lives HEALTH MEMO

The only skilled nursing facility in Oceanside, Oceanside Care Center is a 100-bed rehabilitation and nursing center that has been a part of the community’s fabric for more than 50 years. Their unique approach allows them to provide patient-centered care in a way that no other facility can. OCC specializes in an array of different services, from short-term rehab to long-term care.

Oceanside Care Center provides unrivaled residentcentered care. Under the guidance of the highly skilled, professional staff, the team customizes a care plan matched to specific needs and abilities. The nursing team consists of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants who are driven to build warm and compassionate bonds with residents.

The unique and intimately sized facility attracts many residents who enjoy a meaningful relationship forged between devoted staff members, residents and their families. Many staff members have worked at Oceanside Care Center for over

25 years and take great pride in the compassionate care they provide every single day.

With private and semi-private rooms, OCC offers many comforts that create a homelike atmosphere, including complimentary flat screen TVs in every room and three home cooked meals a day. Residents enjoy numerous activities and

events that take place daily, and the kind and caring staff make it feel as if they never left home. The comfortable setting allows residents to focus on regaining their strength and independence while empowering them to enjoy fruitful lives with their families and friends.

Come in for a tour today!

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

Celebrating Long Island’s local businesses

By MADISON GUSLER

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Long Island businesses await the announcement of their category winners

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The Stroke & Brain Aneurysm Center of Long Island

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

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Dr. Ryan Sugarman from Memorial Sloan Kettering

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Calmer U Holistic Health Care Center & Spa in East Rockaway

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Teemer Moving Storage in Long Beach

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Miss Long Island

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The Rizzuto Law Firm in Uniondale

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A&C Pest Management in East Meadow

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South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Freeport

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Villacorta Law Group P.C.

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TLC Companions Home Care in Bethpage

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The Cabana in Long Beach

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Ringelheim Wealth Management Group UBS in Garden City

Photo by Holden Leeds Winters Bros. Waste Systems

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Davidov Law Group in New Hyde Park

Photo by Holden Leeds Azerbaijan Grill in East Meadow

Photo by Holden Leeds Hampton Inn & Suites by Rockville Centre

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President Dr. James Lentini from Molloy University in Rockville Center

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The Barnyard in Farmingdale

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Integrative Health and Wellness, Inc in Farmingdale

Photo by Holden Leeds Rockville Centre Auto Repair

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By Herald Staff

Masha Gutama 3, Amityville

I like to eat chocolate and chips with my dad.

What is your favorite activity to do with your dad?

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Adrianna Canesa 10, Massapequa

I like practicing softball with my dad.

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Jack Mullahy 7, Babylon Elementary School

Playing sports, especially having baseball catches in the backyard.

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Adrianna Kenney 4, Babylon

like to play with him and play on the playground.

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Vincent Canesa 7, Massapequa

like to collect cards with my dad.

Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald Alexis Roberts 17, Copiague

like joking around with my dad, taking car rides with him and working on the car together.

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Five PCLI awards won

BRUCE A. BLAKEMAN

NASSAU COUNTY EXECUTIVE presents

FREE HARRY CHAPIN LAKESIDE THEATRE CONCERTS

Friday, June 13, 7:00pm

National BBQ Festival

JD Leonard, Decades of Country

Saturday, June 14, 7:00pm

National BBQ Festival

Warren G and DJ Belal

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

National BBQ Festival

Family Entertainment including:

Professional Wrestling with Champonship Entertainment Productions and Rolie Polie Guacamole

Monday, June 16, 5:00pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: Manhattan Skyline & Sons of Pitches

Thursday, June 19, 7:00pm

Juneteenth Celebration

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

Saturday, June 21, 7:00pm

Disco Unlimited

Monday, June 23, 7:00pm

The Mavericks

Thursday, June 26, 7:00pm

Orleans and Atlantic Rhythm Section

Friday, June 27, 7:00pm

Million Dollar Reunion

featuring stars of Broadway’s Million Dollar Quartet

Saturday, June 28, 7:00pm

Freestyle Meets Salsa

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

Thursday, July 3, 5:30pm

(Rain date Saturday, July 5)

TD Bank Celebrate America

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

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

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

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

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

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

Friday, July 18, 6:30pm

Tribute to Harry Chapin with Corey Reiman & The Dilemma Band

Saturday, July 19, 7:00pm Russell Dickerson

Monday, July 21, 5:00pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: Vinny Medugno & The Chiclettes

Friday, July 25, 7:00pm Dean Karahalis & the Concert Pops of L.I.

Saturday, July 26, 7:00pm Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway

Thursday, July 31, 7:00pm

Christopher Macchio & The Nassau Pops: Opera and The Classics

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

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

American Bombshells & Streetfighter - Rolling Stones Tribute

Sunday, August 3, 6:00pm The 42nd Infantry Division Band, NY Army National Guard

Thursday, August 7, 7:00pm

Lady Supreme A Diana Ross Experience

Friday, August 8, 7:00pm The Boss Project - The Premier Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band

Thursday, August 14, 7:00pm The Castellows

Friday, August 15, 7:00pm Dancing Dream - ABBA Tribute

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

Monday, August 18, 5:00pm

Senior Afternoon Concert: Stan Zizka & The Del Satins

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

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

Friday, August 29, 7:00pm

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

Saturday, August 30, 7:00pm Elvis Crespo

Sunday, September 14, 6:00pm Ashley McBryde

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

and honors Civil War Ancestor.”

“At Herald Community Media, we strive every day to deliver impactful, community-focused journalism — and earning five Press Club of Long Island awards is a proud testament to our team’s dedication and the trust our readers place in us,” Stuart Richner, president and CEO of Richner Communications Inc., said about the June 5 recognition. The Press Club of Long Island is open to professional and student members of the Society of Professional Journalists. To learn more, visit PCLI.org.

–Jeffrey Bessen

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

STEPPING OUT

Dad’s day, Dad’s way

Fire up the grill and let him sizzle

By Karen Bloom

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

Savor the steakhouse staples

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

Grill like a pro

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

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

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

Bring on his inner chef

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

style presentation.

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

“Cowboy” Steak with Steamed Guinness French Onion Beans

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

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

• 1/2 pound green beans, cleaned

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 shallot, peeled and minced

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

• 3/4 cup French onion soup

• 1/2 cup Guinness beer

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1/4 cup french-fried onions

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

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

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

Skewered Shrimp with Black Bean-Lemon Rice

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

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

• 24 cherry tomatoes

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

• 8 12-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water

Marinade/Dressing:

• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 2 medium garlic cloves, minced

• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

• 3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

Rice:

• 3 cups hot cooked brown rice

• 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

• 3 teaspoons grated lemon zest

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

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

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

Grilled Summer Veggies

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

• 1 green bell pepper, quartered

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

• 1 red bell pepper, quartered

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

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

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

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar

• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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

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

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

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

‘So Happy Together’

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

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

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“Cowboy” Steak

Skewered Shrimp with Black Bean-Lemon Rice

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JUNE 12

‘Summer of Love’ Pet Adoption

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

•Where: 3320, Beltagh Ave., Wantagh

•Time: Ongoing

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

On Exhibit

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

•Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

•Time: Ongoing

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

JUNE

13

‘Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a

Play!’

The beloved musical adventure, ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved awardwinning, best-selling children’s books, is back on stage at Long Island Children’s Museum, ending this weekend. Willems’ classic characters Elephant and Piggie storm the stage in a rollicking musical romp filled with plenty of pachydermal peril and swiney suspense perfect for young audiences.

•Where: Museum Row, Garden City

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

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

JUNE 21

The Fab Faux

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

• Time: 8 p.m.

JUNE

Eat-Shop-Rock

Enjoy a day of eating, shopping, music and more!

• Where: Park Avenue between Sunrise Highway and Lincoln Avenue, Rockville Centre

•Time: Noon-5 p.m.

•Contact: EatShopRockRVC.com

JUNE

29

Kiwanis Bicycle Challenge

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

Westbury House Tour

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

•Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

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

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

National BBQ Festival

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

•Where: 1899 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow

•Time: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

•Contact: nationalbbqfest.com

JUNE

14

Defensive Driving

Lower your insurance premium or reduce points on your license.

Rockville Centre Public Library offers a defensive driving course for those who need a refresher. $29 for drivers 60+; all other drivers $38. Fee payable to Empire Safety Council day of instruction. Registration required.

•Where: 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre

•Time: 9:30 a.m.-30 p.m.

•Contact: rvclibrary.org

Pride Party

All are welcome to the Third Annual Pride Party at North Village Tavern.

•Where: 40 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre

•Time: 3 p.m.

•Contact: (516) 766-0181

JUNE

Village Election Vote for the two village trustee seats and the village justice seat.

•Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

•Where: Rockville Centre Recreation Center, 111 N. Oceanside Road

•Time: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

•Contact: (516) 678-9300

JUNE

18

Board of Education meets

The Rockville Centre Board of Education holds its monthly meeting.

•Where: Commons Room, 140 Shepherd St., Rockville Centre

•Time: 7 p.m.

•Contact: rvcschools.org

Storybook Stroll

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

•Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

•Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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

•Where: Starting at Harry Tappen Beach, Sea Cliff

•Time: Staggered starts, rain or shine

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United Church screens film on humanitarian crisis

Members of the community gathered at the United Church of Rockville Centre for a film and open discussion about the transportation of asylum seekers across the country.

The event, which took place on May 30, featured a screening of “The Arrivals”, a documentary film reporting on the sudden transportation of migrants from Texas to New York City in 2022.

This happened as a result of Texas governor Greg Abbot’s Operation Lone Star, an initiative that unexpectedly transported asylum seekers to selected cities across the United States. The film documents over 60 migrants’ arrival at New York’s Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Director Andrea DeGeorge Garbarini was at the screening and gave a brief introduction before the film showing. Ilze Thielmann, a volunteer who worked with the migrants and was featured in the documentary was also in attendance. Both Garbarini and Thielmann participated in an insightful Q&A session with audience members about the experiences of the refugees in the film and the empathetic reactions of those who helped them after their arrival.

Public Notices

shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 4575/2013.

KENNETH L. GARTNER, ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 5025.1592 {* ROCK CEN H*} 153592

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Public Meeting Nassau County, New York

Meeting Date: June 17, 2025

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 330 Rockville Centre Village Code

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK

Donna Joyce, Chairperson

Casey Murphy, Esq, Board Counsel

Patrick D. O’Brien, Corresponding

Secretary Information and records for Planning Board

Cases are available at 110 Maple Ave, RVC 154056

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Public Hearing Village of Rockville Centre

Nassau County, New York

Meeting Date: June 18, 2025

Information and records for Exterior Design Review cases are available the Office of the Secretary, 110 Maple Avenue, RVC 154057

Place

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON

Anyone interested in hosting a screening of “The Arrivals” can email Garbarini at degeorgoandrea4@gmail.com.

–Jane Bagatta

“I thought it was beautiful to see that there is still goodness and it was the people of New York who came forward and did what needed to be done,” attendee Kelly Stanley said.

News brief

Tom Carrozza/Herald

The Rockville Centre Chamber of Commerce hosted Eat, Shop, Rock in 2021 to support local businesses and musicians and is ready to bring it back this year.

Get ready to Eat, Shop, Rock in RVC

Park Avenue will bring the party on June 21 as Rockville Centre residents gather for the annual Eat, Shop, Rock festival.

The event, sponsored by the Rockville Centre Chamber of Commerce, will feature local vendors, food trucks, sponsors and live bands along Park Avenue, between Sunrise Highway and Lincoln Avenue.

Set to run from noon to 5 p.m., the festival is open to the public, but all participating vendors must be Chamber of

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CMALT REMIC SERIES 2006-A5-REMIC PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-A5, Plaintiffagainst- JUNIOR T. RICHARDS A/K/A JUNIOR RICHARDS, LESLIE RICHARDS, ISOLINE WATT, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated March 4, 2024 and entered on March 27, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 20, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the easterly side of Dekoven Street, distant 100.00 feet southerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of Pershing Boulevard with the easterly side of Dekoven Street; being a plot 60 feet by 100.00 feet by 60.00 feet by 100 feet.

Section:38 Block: 115 Lots: 815, 816-817

Said premises known as 1269 DEKOVEN STREET, ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570

Approximate amount of lien $555,093.83 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Board

Of the Village of Rockville Centre will hold a hearing in the Eugene J. Murray Village Hall 1 College Place, Rockville Centre at 7:00 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE

June 17, 2025 at 7:00

PM Case No.: 01-2025

Rock 50 LLC c/o Philips International Façade Renovation. Property Location: 50 North Park Avenue Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre Nassau County, New York

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on this specific date, the Rockville Centre Planning Board will conduct a public hearing to conduct a Site Plan and Exterior Design review for these subject properties. Anyone interested shall have an opportunity to be heard on the application.

Dated: May 22, 2025

PLANNING BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 330 Rockville Centre Village Code NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Exterior Design Review Board of the Village of Rockville Centre will have a Public Hearing at the Eugene J. Murray Village Hall, 1 College Place, Rockville Centre

LEGAL NOTICE

June 18, 2025 at 6:00

PM Case No. 05-2025

Daniel Culver 1214 Maple Avenue

South Hempstead, NY 11550

Description: New Single Family Dwelling with attached garage.

Premises known as: 20 Bulson Road

The Exterior Design Review Board OF THE VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE

Eugene Murray Village Hall, Rockville Centre, New York

George Bella, Chairperson of the consultants to The Exterior Design Review Board

Thomas Domanico, Secretary to The Consultants

SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST ARTHUR EDWARDS, ELIZABETH EDWARDS AKA ELIZABETH MC ARDLE, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 16, 2022, 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 July 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 259 Lincoln Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 38, Block 347, Lot (s) 380 & 381. Approximate amount of judgment $723,702.12 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Inde x #609188/2019. Karen C. Grant, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-009233 85792 154026

Commerce members. In addition to food — with outdoor seating available — and local shopping, multiple stages will showcase live music and dance performances.

Raffles and family-friendly activities, including entertainment for children, will also be part of the festivities.

To learn more about the event, visit EatShopRockRVC.com.

–Kelsie Radziski

Courtesy United Church

Director Andrea DeGeorge Garbarini (left) and featured volunteer Ilze Thielmann (right) at the screening of ‘The Arrivals’ at United Church.

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

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

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

In fact, one of the requirements is a “proof of loss” letter issued to the property owner, preferably the person who owned the property at the time of the flood. Switching to the next owner just complicates the process. Even though repair permits do not have a permit fee, most people made improvements during repairs, and your municipality recently doubled the fees for property improvements. So putting off the repair is now going to cost even more, which your buyer’s attorney might also realize while protecting the buyer.

When it comes to building department fees, one of the biggest municipalities, whose fees were more lenient, just raised them substantially. A couple who applied for permits in 2019, later hampered by the pandemic, saw their projected fees go from $2,000 to $4,600 this past month. Yes, it really did take that long, due to the pandemic and the stages of approval they had to go through, and they weren’t snoozing. Listen to the buyer’s attorney and follow through. Good luck!

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County supports victims of domestic, sexual violence

The unfortunate closure of The Safe Center LI, a private nonprofit agency that served victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, has understandably raised concern across our community and in my office. As soon as I learned that the Safe Center was having financial problems, I launched an investigation to determine whether Nassau County taxpayer dollars were being misused and to ensure that services for victims of domestic and sexual violence would continue to be available. We found that there was no abuse of funds, and that the county has stepped up as a leader— ensuring that victims continue to receive uninterrupted care, protection, and support. County Executive Bruce Blakeman and his administration acted swiftly and decisively to preserve access to critical services and mobilize partnerships with state agencies and local nonprofits. His leadership has been instrumental in guiding our response and protecting our most vulnerable residents.

Uninterrupted services for victims

Although The Safe Center LI was not a county-run agency, the county has long supported its mission. As soon as financial instability became clear, County officials worked in close coordination with the state Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, the state Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and other trusted partners to ensure that no services lapsed.

24/7 crisis support remains available

Victims can still access confidential help:

■ Call: (516) 542-0404

■ Text: (844) 997-2121

Sfully staffed and responsive.

Emergency housing and shelter

When The Safe Center’s residential facility closed, the county’s Department of Social Services immediately stepped in—relocating residents and continuing emergency housing operations through a strong alliance with the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. This rapid response ensured no disruption in shelter services for victims and their children.

ervices for children impacted by abuse remain active and coordinated.

■ Chat: opdv.ny.gov/survivors-victims

In-person assistance and walk-In services

Victims may also:

■ Visit any Nassau County Police Department precinct

■ Go to the Department of Social Services at 60 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Uniondale

■ Call the Nassau County Crime Victim Advocate at (516) 571-1598

These county-based services remain

NSupport for child victims

Services for children impacted by abuse remain active and coordinated. As before, multidisciplinary teams, including law enforcement and legal professionals, continue to meet with young victims in child-friendly settings to reduce emotional trauma.

Legal services remain available

Attorneys who previously worked for The Safe Center have transitioned to Legal Services of Long Island, where they continue to support victims, including ongoing and new cases. This transition was managed seamlessly to avoid disruption for survivors in need of legal protection.

In politics, silence isn’t neutral

assau County Executive Bruce Blakeman recently stated that “having the President of the United States as a friend of Nassau County is a very good thing.”

SETH I. KOSLOW

If that’s true, then where’s the proof? The biggest pocketbook issue facing Nassau residents right now is the same one that’s hit us hard for nearly a decade — the $10,000 cap on state and local tax (SALT) deductions signed into law by Donald Trump in 2017. This cap has effectively doubletaxed middleclass families across Long Island and crushed homeowners already paying the highest property taxes in America.

Now, in Trump’s second term, Congress is gearing up to revisit SALT — and Nassau’s representatives, including Tom Suozzi and Laura Gillen, are fighting to restore it. Even some Republican members of Congress have spoken out and are demanding relief. But our county executive? Not a word.

This is exactly the kind of moment Blakeman claims his Trump relationship is good for. But when it comes time to actually stand up for taxpayers, he is absent.

BSALT is just the beginning. Blakeman has also said nothing about the devastating impact Trump’s proposed budget would have on Long Islanders — especially working families, children and seniors. That includes deep cuts to Medicaid, which supports services for students with disabilities in our schools and healthcare access for more than 680,000 Long Islanders. He’s said nothing about the $300 billion in potential cuts to SNAP, which helps feed 150,000 Long Islanders. If passed, these cuts would fund a tax break for the ultra-wealthy on the backs of the families who can least afford it.

Time for Leadership, not politics

In times of crisis, the community needs steady leadership—not political gamesmanship. It is disappointing—and frankly, shameful—that some individuals have attempted to exploit this unfortunate situation for political gain. I am proud to report that Blakeman, the County Legislature, and the entire county team have kept the focus exactly where it belongs: on victims and their families.

Accountability and moving forward

The Safe Center’s closure was the result of financial decisions made independently by its leadership. Although it was a valued service provider, it was a nonprofit — not operated, managed, or financially overseen by the county. While the county and state fulfilled all financial commitments under contract, the agency’s financial model proved unsustainable. My office worked closely with The Safe Center to wind down operations responsibly and transparently.

A strong future built on partnership

I will continue to be the independent protector of all taxpayers, and we will continue to lead with compassion, integrity, and action—because protecting victims is not about politics. It’s about doing what’s right.

Elaine Phillips is the Nassau County Comptroller.

— it’s a choice

ther — and by keeping assessed values frozen, he’s made the system more unfair and indefensible than ever. Yet, at his recent State of the County address, he made the puzzling statement that he “fixed” the problem.

eing county executive isn’t about who you know. It’s about who you fight for.

Blakeman’s silence isn’t strategic — it’s telling. Time and again, he’s been loud when it helps him politically and quiet when it comes to delivering real results.

While running for office in 2021, Blakeman promised to cut our taxes and fix Nassau’s assessment system. As county executive, he has achieved nei-

It may be fixed if you’re a politically connected tax grievance firm that benefits from the return of mass settlements, but it sure isn’t if you’re a homeowner whose property tax bill is soaring.

Then, take his selfdeclared commitment to women’s safety. While he held press conferences and made promises, The Safe Center — Nassau’s only 24/7 resource for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault — was forced to shut down on his watch. No plan. No public urgency. Just silence.

The same is true of his promises of economic development. He loudly trumpeted a proposed Las Vegas Sands casino resort at the Nassau Hub and a multi-billion dollar NYU Langone teaching hospital on the campus of Nassau Community College, but with the hospital plan now dead and the casino on life support at best, Blakeman has

had little to say as $9 billion in growth he promised evaporated. He talks tough on public safety, but when it came time to fund first responders in districts represented by Democratic legislators, he wouldn’t even pick up the phone to negotiate an agreement — until we, as a caucus, forced him to do the right thing.

While preaching fiscal discipline, he’s earmarked $10 million in federal pandemic money for 125th anniversary parties that, by and large, didn’t materialize and handed out $20 million in outside legal contracts — many to politically connected firms — and pushed an unlawful, unnecessary and dangerous armed militia program with no public support.

Being county executive isn’t about who you know. It’s about who you fight for.

If Blakeman wants to brag about his friendship with the president, it’s time he used that relationship to actually help Nassau’s taxpayers — not just himself.

Because when you have the platform, the power and the connections, silence on these issues isn’t just disappointing. It’s disqualifying.

Seth I. Koslow represents Nassau County’s 5th Legislative District.

A life celebrated for my brother, Kevin

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

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

Kevin, whose death followed almost

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Rich Must Tread Lightly in Politics

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Saving the environment means fixing our lawns

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Federal money for fire departments

To the Editor:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Alarmed over Hochul’s plan to expand nuclear power

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LAuRA A. GILLEN Member of Congress

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

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

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

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

Harvesting summer aid

To the Editor:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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