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HERALD PERSON oF ThE YEAR Terrence MurPhy

A legacy of duty, serving Seaford

The commander of American Legion Post 1132 keeps its focus on helping veterans through a variety of initiatives. By Luke Feeney

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Terrence Murphy has spent a lifetime giving back to his community. As the third of nine children in a busy Irish Catholic household in Seaford, Murphy watched his father, an elected leader, a jurist and a longtime American Legion commander, help shape not only the laws of the state but the civic heart of his hometown. George Austin Murphy, Terrence’s father, was a member of the State Assembly from 1973 to 1978. In November 1978 he was elected to the State Supreme Court. He was re-elected in 1992, and retired in 1998. t’s a In the Murphy home, Terence recalled, “Dad may have been the gencommunityeral, but Mom was the drill sergeant.” based Growing up in a large household, he said, taught him the importance of organization that working as both an individual and as ties the fabric of part of a collective. Now 70, Murphy the community has taken up that mantle of responsibility in more ways than one, as a together. military veteran who served at home and abroad, and as the longtime comTERRENCE MuRphy mander of Seaford American Legion Commander, Seaford Post 1132. American Legion “It’s always in the back of your Post 1132 mind — what your parents did, what their experiences were,” he said. “I didn’t know what I wanted to be, but I wanted to be all that I could be.” For all he has done over the years for his hometown, the Herald is proud to name Murphy its 2025 Person of the Year. He joined the Army shortly after graduating from Seaford High School in 1973. He served in German until 1976, and after working as a letter carrier for several years, he returned as a judge advocate general in the Army Reserves for 24 years, until 2015. “Our responsibility was to help move equipment in and out of Afghanistan,” he said of his work as a JAG officer. “It was a different kind of service — but it was critical.” Murphy’s interest in military service, he said, developed early. A cousin served in Vietnam, and a neighborhood friend named Danny Glading was killed there. His father served as commander of both the Seaford and Nassau County American Legion.

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The Seaford legion once met at the Seaford Habor Civic Association building on Riverside Avenue. Murphy credits his father and others with raising the money and manpower to build the post’s current home on Penatiquit Avenue, which was built around 60 years ago. Inside the building today, the walls are decorated with flags and patriotic posters, and photos of past commanders — including his father’s — line a hallway. A bar sits in one corner. A large event hall, currently decorated for the holidays, hosts everything from luncheons to birthday parties. “I have great memories as a child of being here,” Murphy said, recalling his childhood experiences, which featured picnics, a drum and bugle corps and lessons in Morse code. “I have a responsibility now not to let the post fall into disrepair. That’s really it.” As commander, he sees that responsibility as both practical and personal. He organizes regular cleanups and oversees maintenance. He opens the doors to neighbors who need a venue for special events. And he still chairs meetings on the first and third Wednesday of every month. Continued on page 2

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Terrence Murphy, above, has served the community as the longtime commander of American Legion Post 1132.

From the Army to JAG to the American Legion Under Murphy’s leadership, Post 1132 remains a vital part of Seaford’s civic life. It co-sponsors the annual Memorial Day Parade, hosts a Veterans Day service and organizes an essay contest for fourth- and fifth-graders. “We give them a patriotic question,” he said. “Something like, ‘Why is America great?’ And they offer their own understanding of what this country means to them.” Each year around Thanksgiving the post also welcomes veterans from nearby institutions, such as the Stony Brook veterans home and Northport VA hospital, for a turkey dinner with all the fixings. “They came out here and we gave them a meal, a small gift bag — just something to show appreciation and gratitude,” Murphy said. “The response was wonderful.” Like many civic groups, however, the post has faced declining membership. There were once nearly 400 members, he said, but there are now about 65, and just a dozen or so who regularly attend meetings. “We can’t do as much as we once were able to do with regard to veterans,” he said. “But our mission is still to never forget the service of veterans.” Murphy was elected to the New York State Supreme Court in 2024, and has

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Murphy is among the dozens of men who have held the title of commander of Seaford's American Legion.

just finished his first year. He served for as a Nassau County District Court judge from 2010-2014 and, after that, 10 years as a Nassau County Court judge. He received his law degree from Touro Law School in 1993. His decisions from the bench, like his military and civic service, have been

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shaped by a deep sense of fairness and duty. “Being part of a big family, growing up in Seaford, it teaches you about collective responsibility,” Murphy said. “You have your own duties, but you’re also contributing to the success of the whole household.” Bill Hoehn, a fellow veteran and a

past post commander, said that Murphy is the one everyone calls when something needs to get done. “He’s a great guy — always helpful,” said Hoehn, who served in the Army in Germany during the Vietnam War. “If you need something, call Terry.” Hoehn recalled a time when his lawn mower wouldn’t start, and Murphy came over to help fix it. “Together we got it started,” Hoehn said. Murphy, Hoehn added, has a way of rallying people, even when they don’t want to be rallied. “He’s very capable of getting people to do things — even if they don’t want to,” he said with a laugh. Murphy acknowledges that in the minds of many, the American Legion has a dated image as “a bunch of old guys telling war stories, having a drink or two and then going home,” but he insists that it serves a broader purpose. “It’s a community-based organization that ties the fabric of the community together,” he said. “It’s a place where people can come to meet and greet, talk and work together.” And for Murphy, it’s personal. “My father, although not a founding member, was one of the earliest members of the post,” he said. “He had a great influence and a great impact. I feel it’s my duty to carry that forward.”

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Giving the gift of reading. Wantagh High School students from left, Lea Vagnone, Sophia Zanelotti and Danny Donahue spearheaded a collection for the Book Fairies, a nonprofit based in Freeport, through the National English Honor Society

Top of Wantagh’s class. Skylar Mondelli and Gabriel Avitabile were named as Wantagh High School’s class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian.

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Thousands of toys collected. Emma Vulpi collected $10,000 worth of toys for children with cancer and in shelters to ensure that they had gifts on Christmas morning as part of the John Theissen Children’s Foundation sixth annual toy drive.

Seaford’s smartest. Ava Caruso and Anastasia Perlegis were named as the salutatorian and valedictorian for Seaford’s graduating class of 2025.

Celebrating diversity. Wilfredo Nunez and Hircania Estevez-Nunez showed Seaford first graders the flag of the Dominican Republic and talked about their culture’s food and music.

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Turning trees into mulch. The Town of Hempstead held its 5th annual Mulchfest . at Veterans Memorial Park in East Meadow inviting residents to turn their natural Christmas trees into mulch.

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Honoring the Four Chaplains. The Wantagh American Legion Post 1273 held a ceremony on Feb. 2 to honor the Four Chaplains, military clergymen who gave their lives to save fellow service members during World War Two. Attending the ceremony were assemblyman David McDonough, left, State Sen. Steve Rhoads, County Legislator Michael Giangregorio, Legion Commander George Dibitetto, Town of Hempstead Clerk Kate Murray and Councilman Chris Schneider.

Running towards victory. Seaford High School student Myles Munro received the Bill Ott Memorial Award, which annually honors a cross-country athlete who displays athleticism and leadership. He was congratulated by his coach, Kim Cooke.

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Hitting the right notes. MacArthur High School student Felicia Garramone took first place in her age group in the prestigious Andrey Stoyanov International Piano Competition in Sofia, Bulgaria, showcasing her talent on a global stage.

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Honing their skills. Nuno Sapienza honed his skills at the Wantagh Nation Flag Football clinic at Wantagh High School. The four-week program provided expert coaching for children in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Help from a furry friend. Lucie Lou, a therapy cockapoo from Therapy Dogs of Long Island, brightened students’ days at Seaford High School and Middle School through a companion dog program that promoted relaxation, empathy, and emotional well-being.

Remembering James McNaughton. Friends and family of Staff Sgt. James McNaughton gathered at Mulcahy’s in Wantagh on Feb. 1 for an annual tribute in his honor. Proceeds from the event benefited nonprofit organizations that support veterans.

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This imitator kept both ears. Mikey Barretta dressed as artist Vincent Van Gogh for Wantagh Elementary School’s Living Wax Museum on March 7. More than 100 students portrayed famous figures, creating display boards and sharing facts with visitors.

All green for St. Patrick’s Day. Tens of thousands of spectators lined the streets of Wantagh on Sunday, March 16, for the community’s fifth annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Tommy Shevlin, this year’s grand marshal for Wantagh’s St. Patrick’s Day parade, marched through the streets.

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Cheer team wins national title. The Levittown Pride Cubs cheer team celebrated after winning first place in the Open Traditional Recreational 12U division at the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Florida.

A ‘Hard-Knock Life’ at East Broadway. East Broadway Elementary School students took to the stage for a performance of ‘Annie Jr.’

Celebrating Seaford’s teachers of the year. The Seaford School district’s 2024 Teachers of the Year were honored at the American Legion’s annual ceremony on March 19. The teachers were Christine Caserta, left, Roman Wojcik, Maureen Dolan and Jillian Copius.

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Varsity Cheer team wins gold. The Seaford Varsity Cheer Team celebrated after winning the Traditional Division II Small Varsity title at the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship, in Florida, the program’s first-ever national championship.

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Bar-Nahum celebrates 13 years. Local officials gathered at Temple B’nai Torah in Wantagh on April 4 to congratulate Rabbi Daniel Bar-Nahum, fourth from right, on 13 years of teaching Torah and preserving Jewish tradition on the South Shore.

An egg hunt in Levittown. Rainy weather didn’t stop the fun at the Town of Hempstead’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 12. Originally scheduled for Veterans Memorial Park, the event was moved inside the Levittown Public Library to keep families dry.

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Honoring a hero with a fundraiser. The Firefighter Michael J. Cawley Memorial Foundation held its 23rd annual benefit at Mulcahy’s in Wantagh, continuing its mission to support those affected by 9/11-related illnesses. Retired Firefighter Larry Vowink the annual event with a canine companion.

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Raising money for a good cause. A team of Wantagh High School students raised more than $118,000 for blood cancer research. Principal Paul Guzzone, top left, congratulated the team on a successful fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Clockwise from Guzzone’s left were brothers Gabe and Mike Avitabile, James DiCerbo, Allie Reisert and Matt Reilly.

Steering toward safety. Forest Lake Elementary School third-graders visited the Nassau County Police Department’s Safety Town at Eisenhower Park on March 25, where they learned safety lessons through hands on experiences as drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

Rallying for Joshua. Friends and family gathered at Mulcahy’s in Wantagh on April 3 to support the Joshua Encarnacion Memorial Sports Complex, in honor of the late Mandalay Elementary School student. Members of the St. Francis Catholic Youth Organization basketball, which Josh was a part of, were present.

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Vikings stun Plainedge for title. Seaford’s defense shut down top-seeded Plainedge and the Vikings pulled off a stunner Nov. 21 in the Nassau Conference IV football title game, 21-7. Just a few weeks earlier, the Red Devils blanked Seaford 35-0.

Seaford wrestlers excel. Eighth-grader Colden Friedman was one of three Nassau

Seaford girls’ soccer rises to top. Senior-led Seaford captured the Nassau Class A girls’ soccer crown Nov. 1 with a 1-0 victory over Plainedge. Kaylie Conklin, one of its 12 seniors, had the goal and freshman goalie Caden Calderaro the shutout.

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Division 2 wrestling champions for Seaford, which placed second in the team standings. Friedman won alongside sophomore Brendan Fox and junior Connor Murphy.

MacArthur girls race to crown. MacArthur took home the Nassau Class 1 girls’ cross-country title in the slimmest of margins Oct. 31 at LIU-Post.

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Planting seeds of awareness. The Wantagh Lions Club celebrated Arbor Day by delivering more than 200 saplings to fourth graders in the Wantagh School District, encouraging students to connect with nature by planting trees with their families.

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Activities to help those in need. At temple B’nai torah, children and their parents painted a mural for Splashes of Hope during mitzvah day on May 18. the completed work was donated to the family Service League, a social service agency that offers support and security to vulnerable families on Long island.

Walk like MADD at Jones Beach. Participants gathered at Jones Beach for the 2025 Walk Like MADD Long Island event on May 4, rallying on the boardwalk to raise awareness and funds to end impaired driving. John and Alisa McMorris from the Andrew McMorris Foundation walked to honor the memory of Andrew, a 12-year-old boy who was killed by a drunk driver in 2018.

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Wantagh honors its heroes. Members of the Wantagh American Legion march down Wantagh Avenue during the Memorial Day parade on May 26. The legion held a memorial ceremony afterward at its Park Avenue post.

100 years of protecting the community. Thousands gathered in Wantagh on April 27 to celebrate the Nassau County Police Department’s 100th anniversary with a parade and block party. The Wantagh Chamber of Commerce congratulated the police department on 100 years of service.

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Letters honor fallen marine. Wantagh middle School students wrote letters to honor fallen U.S. Marine Matthew Lynch — a project led by library assistant Mary DeGregorio to teach the true meaning of Memorial Day.

Seaford celebrates Class of 2025. The Seaford High School Class of 2025 graduated on June 13 at the LIU Post Tilles Center, where around 160 seniors closed a chapter on their lives.

Collectors gather for card show. Enthusiasts packed Temple B’nai Torah in Wantagh on June 8 for a collectible card show that featured more than 60 vendors. Scott Kohn, left, and Temple brotherhood President Vic Wurtzel sold snacks at the collectible card show.

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A taste of the South Shore. Celia D’Alessandro served drinks during the fifth annual Taste of the South Shore at Jones Beach on June 5. The event highlighted food, drinks and music, and also served as a fundraiser to support local communities.

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Seaford honors its heroes. Seaford residents gathered on May 26 to pay tribute to fallen service members during the community’s annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony.

Air show soars at Jones Beach. Thousands flocked to Jones Beach State Park over Memorial Day weekend for the Four Leaf Air Show, which featured breathtaking aerial performances and sky-high patriotism.

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Summer fun at the carnival. Scarlett Tripi enjoyed a ride on the carousel during Maria Regina’s annual carnival.

Block parties sizzle in Wantagh. Children played on the inflatable slide at the Wantagh Block Party, also known as Thursday Night Live.

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Honored for advocacy efforts. State Sen. Steve Rhoads presented the Liberty Medal to retired police paramedic Timothy Jaccard, in recognition of his decades of work saving abandoned infants and advocating for Safe Haven laws nationwide.

Dedicated to community service. Isabella Simon was crowned Miss Wantagh 2025 for her leadership, community service and dedication to preserving local history. State Sen. Steve Rhoads congratulated her at the event.

Marching into tradition. Hundreds of residents lined the streets of Wantagh on July 4 to celebrate the community’s 149th annual Independence Day parade.

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Cruisin’ with the classics. Nicole and Billy Cascio, of Wantagh, with their sons William and Theo, were among the many families who came out to enjoy the Antique Car Show at the Wantagh Museum on July 19.

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Seaford camp celebrates 20 years. Seaford resident Kimberly Larkin, standing center, marked 25 years of directing a summer musical theater workshop at Queens College that has helped hundreds of young performers from Long island and beyond develop their talents and confidence on stage.

Foam and fun at library party. The Wantagh Public Library’s Summer Reading Party, on Aug. 15, featured outdoor family activities to mark the end of summer reading. Several public offcials attended the event featuring a foam party and other activites.

Honored for a heroic deed. State Sen. Steve Rhoads presented the New York State Liberty Medal to Carter Santelmo, a former Levittown resident, on July 18 for saving his younger brother’s life during a 2023 family trip to Florida.

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Wrobleski named Legionnaire of the Year. Charlie Wroblewski was named Legionnaire of the Year by the Nassau County American Legion at their Convention. He has been a Legion member for over 48 years. He remains active around Seaford.

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Park cookout supports vets. Veterans, families and friends from across the South Shore came together at Wantagh Park on Aug. 23 for PFC Joseph Dwyer’s Vet to Vet annual cookout.

Appreciation day celebrates police. State Sen. Steve Rhoads hosted his second annual Police Appreciation Day at Wantagh Park Summer Camp on July 24, joined by Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and members of the Nassau County Police Department.

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Excellence in teaching. Wantagh High School physics teacher Samantha Gordon has been named the 2025 STANYS Excellence in Teaching Award recipient for her innovative, student centered approach to science education.

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A new school year at Seaford. Seaford schools welcomed more than 2,000 students back on Sept. 2 for the 2025-26 school year. High schoolers attended workshops and an assembly, while kindergartners at Harbor and Manor began their journey as the Class of 2038.

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5K honors 9/11 heroes. Runners lined up on Beltagh Avenue for the second annual Wantagh Warrior 9/11 Memorial 5K on Sept. 14. The event, held at Wantagh High School, attracted around 750 participants.

Warm greetings for Wantagh students. Students across the Wantagh School District returned on Sept. 2 for the first day of the 2025-26 academic year. Each school in the district welcomed students back with celebrations and warm greetings.

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One grand marshal wasn’t enough. Wantagh firefighters with friends and family members at the Chamber of Commerce’s Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day celebration, where they were announced as the 2026 grand marshals.

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SEAFORD HERALD — December 25, 2025 Trekking across the Empire State. Seaford resident Ryan Clifford was joined by his parents, Cheryl and John, and his friend and crew chief, Cody Oher, at a news conference oct. 16 at the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building in Mineola, where Clifford was honored for setting a new record for running the empire State trail from Buffalo to Brooklyn.

Thousands unite for Strides Walk. Thousands of Long Islanders filled Jones Beach State Park on Oct. 19 for the 32nd annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. Among the participants were the Keppel family — Carolyn and Lily, and Lynn and Gabby.

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Going the distance. Cyclists race along the closed Wantagh Parkway during the 56-mile bike leg of the IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon at Jones Beach State Park on Sept. 20.

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Honoring heroes at Mulcahy’s. People from across the South Shore gathered at Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall in Wantagh on Sunday for the annual Seaford 9/11 Oktoberfest. Merrick residents Tom Greeley, far left, Nate Murley and Tim and Penny Galagher joined in on the fall fun.

Oktoberfest brings autumn fun. Trevor Peterson, left, and Karolina Peterson, have a ball in the bounce house during Wantagh’s annual Oktoberfest.

Irish fest at Wantagh Park. The sounds of bagpipes filled Wantagh Park on Sept. 21 as hundreds attended the 53rd annual Nassau County Feis & Irish Festival of attendees. The daylong celebration honored Maureen Caffrey for her contributions to the Irish-American community.

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Downtown fall fun. Seaford residents Anthony Tufano, left, with Anthony, and Chino the dog check out the vendors on Railroad Avenue during the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce's fall fair.

Bringing joy through holiday letters. Kristin Fragola, far right, an eighthgrade English teacher at Wantagh Middle School, engaged her students in a letter-writing project to create messages that will accompany Thanksgiving meals to homebound residents.

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Tackling hands-free robotics. Callen Dennehy, left, and Kyle Kistinger watch as their robot successfully grabs and moves a cube during a recent autonomous coding challenge at Seaford Middle School.

Adoption fees waived by shelter. Town of Hempstead Supervisor John Ferretti was joined by holiday ready pups Trip, Petey and Indy to announce that the town’s animal shelter will waive all adoption fees through the New Year.

Tackling hands-free robotics. Callen Dennehy, left, and Kyle Kistinger watch as their robot successfully grabs and moves a cube during a recent autonomous coding challenge at Seaford Middle School.

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FDNY, NYPD face off at Wantagh High School. The New York City fire department faced off against the city police department in lacrosse in the 30th annual Battle of the Badges at Wantagh High School, the FDNY won 15-7.

Lighting up the winter sky. The chamber’s Winter Wonderland concluded with the lighting of the chambers Christmas tree.

Into the woods, and the spotlight. Students at Temple B’nai Torah, in Wantagh put on three shows of “into the Woods Jr.,” for the congregations fall production, which is a one-act version of the musical “into the Woods,” by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine.

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Running for wellness. Seaford resident meghan Snowdale was one of the hundreds of runners who Ran or walked during this years Seaford Wellness Council Hot Chocolate 5K.

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Wellness council 5K draws hundreds. Malverne resident Peter Hawkins was the first athlete to start this year’s Seaford Wellness Council Hot Chocolate 5K.

Hundreds of sleeves for you and for me. Forest Lake Elementary School fourth graders, from left, Gavin Barr, Eleanor Juergens, Riley Belferder, Ella Lee, Divroop Kaur and Matthew Meekins decorate coffee cup sleeves to be distributed at the French Workshop in Wantagh during the holiday season. Gios law heads to Capitol Hill. Rep. Laura Gillen, left, and Georgina Cornago announced the federal push to fund EpiPens for first responders to administer them. Behind them was a photo of Cornago’s son, Giovanni, who died from an allergic reaction at 14.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERITIFCATEHOLDERS OF THE CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007-16CB MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-16CB, Plaintiff, vs. any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs-at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of CLAUDIA KWASNIK, deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs-at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff, ET AL., Defendant (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 29, 2025 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 265 GILLING ROAD, SEAFORD, NY 11783. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Plainedge. Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 52, Block: 311, Lot: 10. Approximate amount of judgment is

$451,087.46 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612308/2023. 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 shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Referee. For Sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. SCOTT SILLER, Esq., Referee Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 157203 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on The 13th day of January 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 202-1 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at the following locations: ELMONT LINDEN BOULEVARD (TH 580/25) South Side -NO PARKING ANYTIME - starting at a point 10 feet east of the east curbline of 237th Street, east for a distance of 105 feet. NORTH MERRICK JERUSALEM AVENUE (TH 566/25) North Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 424 feet west of the west curbline of Bellmore Avenue, west for a distance of 343 feet. SEAFORD ARON DRIVE SOUTH (TH 579/25) North Side -NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the east curbline of Abbey Lane, east for a distance of 30 feet. ABBEY LANE (TH 579/25) East Side -NO

STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the north curbline of Aron Drive South, north for a distance of 30 feet. WANTAGH JACKSON AVENUE (TH 577/25) South Side -NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the west curbline of Wantagh Park Drive, west for a distance of 33 feet. WANTAGH PARK DRIVE (TH 577/25) West Side - NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the south curbline of Jackson Avenue, south for a distance of 35 feet. WANTAGH AVENUE (TH 582/25) East Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 428 feet north of the north curbline of Hunt Road, north for a distance of 80 feet. WEST HEMPSTEAD HEMPSTEAD AVENUE (TH 541/25) North Side - NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - at a point 30 feet west of the west curbline of Maplewood Street. ALSO, to REPEAL from Section 202-1 “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” from the following location: NORTH MERRICK JERUSALEM AVENUE (TH 498/07) North Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 520 feet west of the west curbline of Bellmore Avenue, west for a distance of 128 feet. (Adopted 12/11/07) WANTAGH WANTAGH AVENUE (TH 543/15) East Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 443 feet north of the north curbline of Hunt Road, north for a distance of 55 feet. (Adopted 11/24/15) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: December 9, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 157417

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State

Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 01/07/2026 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: -----------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 6/26. SEAFORD - Dana Szczepaniak & Portia Lack, Special exception to maintain 2nd accessory structure (shed) not permitted in the side yard., N/s Aron Dr. N., 196.05’ W/o Revere La., a/k/a 2468 Aron Dr. N. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in Seaford within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.go v/509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.go v/576/Live-StreamingVideo Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 157428

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR SG MORTGAGE SECURITIES BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FRE2, Plaintiff against - SUZANNE M. BRADY, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on March 15,

people of God

hroughout this year, we have marked many significant milestones in the life of the Church leading us to the Lord’s Nativity and this holy season of Christmas, most especially the passing of Pope Francis at Easter and the election of Pope Leo XIV in May. What a gift it has been to walk these months with our new Holy Father, to learn from his teaching, and witness his example. On Oct. 4, the Memorial of Saint Francis of Assisi, Pope Leo released his first Apostolic Exhortation, “Di/exit Te - I Have Loved You.” It is a profound meditation on love for the poor and speaks powerfully to the mystery of the Lord’s Birth and the grace of this season. The Holy Father reminds us: “The Gospel shows us that poverty marked every aspect of Jesus’ life. From the moment he entered the world, Jesus knew the bitter experience of rejection. The Evangelist Luke tells how Joseph and Mary, who was about to give birth, arrived in Bethlehem, and then adds, poignantly, that ‘there was no place for them in the inn’ (Luke 2:7). Jesus was born in humble surroundings and laid in a manger; then, to save him from being killed, they fled to Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15). At the dawn of his public ministry, after announcing in the synagogue of Nazareth that the year of grace, which would bring joy to the poor was fulfilled in him, he was driven out of town (Luke 4:l4-30). He died as an outcast, led out of Jerusalem to be crucified (Mark 15:22). Indeed, that is how Jesus’ poverty is best described: he experienced the same exclusion that is the lot of the poor, the outcast of society. Jesus is a manifestation of this privilegium pauperum. He presented himself to the world not only as a poor Messiah,

but also the Messiah of and for the poor.” Before these words of Pope Leo, we recall the wonderful truth: Christ became poor so that we who are poor might become rich (Cor. 8:9). This is the good news of Christmas. We are not alone. We are not left to ourselves. A Savior has come - Christ the Lord. As we celebrate the Christmas season, we remember with Pope Leo that “Christian holiness often flourishes in the most forgotten and wounded places of humanity.” How beautifully the followers of Christ have responded to the cry of the poor and looked with love upon the most vulnerable among us. As we rejoice in Christ’s Birth, we renew our commitment to love others as he has loved us. On Dec. 28, at the Cathedral of Saint Agnes, on the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, we will conclude our Jubilee Year of Hope. We thank both Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV for igniting hope within our families, the global mission of the Church, and the human family, and we contemplate the light and grace that radiates from the refugee Holy Family and that radiates to every family. Our Catholic biblical and sacramental worship, especially at the Catholic Mass, focuses and ignites both our global mission to the poor and our humble openness to being evangelized by the poor, the treasures of our Church. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your families! May the Light and love of the Christ Child animate and guide our global Catholic missionary spirit this Christmas and throughout the New Year. Sincerely in Christ, Most Reverend John O. Barres Bishop of Rockville Centre

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2019. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 2:30 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wantagh, in the Town of Hempstead, County of

Nassau, State of New York. Premises known as 3677 Smith Street, Wantagh, NY 11793. (SBL#: 57-89-105) Approximate amount of lien $614,197.89 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 010340/2015. John G. Kennedy, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue,

Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Dated: November 6, 2025 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and

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Q. Stopping the pour was a good idea. Admixtures can make things worse, based on the following. Cold moisture, whether from tidal action, a high water table or air temperature, is always a concern. There are three important factors in concrete: water, air temperature and internal and external movement. Cool water expands. Cooler internal moisture can reduce the strength of the concrete, because it expands and sets molecules farther apart. That changes the reactions of the ingredients. A. Concrete is made up of sand, Portland cement — super-heated limestone that converts to calcium carbonate — and stones called aggregate. Setup is often thought of as drying, which is a misconception. Concrete setup is a chemical process of internal reactions, and those reactions give off heat. The reason that people standing in onte eeper fresh cement are wearing boots isn’t just to keep their ankles clean. Their rubber boots act as insulators, to keep them from direct skin contact and third-degree burns caused by highly alkaline calcium hydroxide in the cement and the heat developed during the pour. The heat is called the “heat of hydration.” That process is necessary to get the concrete to harden properly. Introducing too much cold slows the chemical process and weakens the concrete. It minimizes the ultimate strength, so internal expansion is the first issue. A wet condition from moisture condensation is the second problem, because when the air temperature drops, condensation increases in the adjacent ground and in the cement mixture, slowing the setup process and increasing the lack of ability to give off moisture and heat during the chemical reaction. Think of it like taking bread out of the oven too early. The bread will be dense and wet. And last, high alkalinity is increased by using “antifreeze” calcium carbonate, which causes reinforcing rods in the concrete mixture to corrode and continue to rust out, unseen, until there is very little left. The admixture chemical reaction to the reinforcing rods is interesting, because few people realize that rusting steel doesn’t first reduce; it expands, placing a lot of internal force on the concrete, causing cracking. Then the rods leach and reduce in size and strength, causing more concrete cracking. I don’t recommend the additive in your case. Good luck!

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only to break the law but also to tear at the moral fabric that holds communities together. Violence corrodes democracy itself. When citizens and leaders live under constant threat, they retreat from public engagement. Ordinary people withdraw from activism. Elected officials alter decisions out of fear for their families’ safety. Journalists censor themselves to avoid becoming targets. These chilling effects shrink the civic space, and create an atmosphere of suspicion and anger. The way forward requires a cultural shift that emphasizes respect, empathy and resilience even in the face of profound disagreements. Everyone from students to business executives to politicians to the media should refuse to share disinformation, avoid demonizing those with whom we have differing opinions and welcome calm, reasoned argument that can change minds more effectively than threats ever could. Passionate debate is fine. Disagreement is natural in a diverse society, and progress often emerges from that vigorous discussion. In stark contrast, every time a political leader is targeted, every time a citizen is attacked for his or her beliefs, the American experiment itself is weakened. At this point in our country’s history, the stakes could not be higher. We must choose civility over cruelty, and persuasion over violence.

letters Blakeman has a narrow definition of ‘safe’ To the Editor: Re County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s op-ed last week, “Protecting our kids and keeping Nassau County safe”: Blakeman’s myopia ought not be ours. Though the Nassau County Police Department is top-notch in both competence and compensation, “safety” is a far broader sentiment than armed personnel. With the most foreclosures in the metropolitan region, Nassau is not a safe place for those who can’t keep up with the Joneses. Our growing population of residents dependent on food bank services, absentee landlords and gig work surely appreciate our police, but don’t feel safe from economic predation. And neither drivers nor pedestrians are especially safe in Nassau, and the roadways themselves would win no awards. Our famed police are no comfort to anyone viewed through ICE-eyes as dusky, dusty or dawdling. We are not yet saved from Nassau’s dual-action dysfunctional property-tax regime, its failed bus patrol tax, its Nassau University Medical Center mess nor wasteful

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her husband, Mark Hortman. In a separate incident, Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman, also a Democrat, and his wife were wounded, allegedly by the same gunman. On Sept. 10, one day before our national commemoration of the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil, the assassination of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk shook the nation. All of these acts, though politically motivated in different ways, shared a tragic theme: a rejection of reasoned debate in favor of violence. The perpetrators’ actions defied both justice and ethics. Political leaders, regardless of party, must unequivocally denounce violence not only when it is directed at their allies, but also when it strikes their adversaries. The answers to bitter disagreements can be found instead in the very foundation of American law: our Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech, association and petition. These rights were spelled out so that individuals and groups could argue, persuade and organize without fear of reprisal. Violence, by contrast, seeks to silence opponents permanently. It is not an expression of political conviction but rather a repudiation of it — an attempt to destroy debate rather than contribute to it. That is why every civilized society criminalizes assault, murder and terrorism. To resort to such methods is not

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s most Long Islanders know, affordability, at its heart, is about what families experience every day. It’s a child starting the school day with a full stomach, a parent relieved of crushing child care costs, a college student able to pursue a career without sinking into debt. This is the kind of state New Yorkers deserve, one where families can live with dignity and plan with confidence. That’s why I have worked to put affordability at the center of my priorities. sieLa As the academic year begins, I’m BYnoe reminded of the past, when parents couldn’t afford to provide lunch or give their children lunch money each day. No parent should have to carry that stress, and no child should sit in class hungry. Alongside my colleagues in the Senate, I fought to secure $340 million in the state budget to make breakfast and lunch free for every student in New York, regardless of their family’s income, so all

young scholars can eat with dignity. Affordability also means giving young children the strongest possible start without risking the family’s financial security. That’s why I voted in favor of $1.2 billion in universal pre-kindergarten funding to continue our efforts to prepare children for their education and nurture their social, emotional and academic skills. I also collaborated with my fellow senators for the allocation of $112 million for afterschool programs, which bolster academic programming and offer enrichment opportunities. This saves families thousands on child care costs, while building the foundation children need to thrive. In that same vein, I fought for new and increased aid to school districts across Senate District 6 totaling $53.2 million, minimizing the need to raise residents’ property taxes. These funds help cover academic activities, transportation, supportive services and more, making sure that all students have the tools they need to succeed. Worries about affordability also show up in everyday moments like getting

ven preparing children for the return to school can be a source of major worry.

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Honoring veterans through service and support To the Editor: On Sept. 12, the day after 9/11, the National Day of Service and Remembrance, PSEG Long Island, National Grid and the nonprofit General Needs came together to host the first-ever Veteran Warm Up event, serving more than 100 local veterans. At this d r ive - t h ro u g h eve n t , ve t e r a n s received bedding, pillows, heaters, LED light bulbs and information about financial and energy-efficiency programs designed to help them keep warm when the weather gets colder. Why would PSEG Long Island step into this role? The answer is simple: because veterans are our neighbors, and many are among the most vulnerable members of our communities. Long Island is home to one of the massaPequa

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children ready for the return to school. This summer I worked with a variety of community partners and stakeholders to offer backpack giveaway events throughout the district. At one such event, in partnership with Nassau County Legislator Olena Nicks and North Hempstead Councilman Robert Troiano, along with the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association, we gave away more than 800 backpacks filled with school supplies to students from the district. These initiatives, aimed at easing the financial burden on parents as the academic year begins, do more than help families prepare. They also send a message that members of our community are willing to extend a helping hand to one another. The need for affordable education doesn’t end in childhood, which is why my fellow senators and I invested $47 million statewide to make community college free for students ages 25 to 55 who are pursuing high-demand careers such as teaching, engineering and nursing. Affordability and sustainability can and should go hand in hand. The rising

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cost of water and its finite existence led me to sponsor Senate Bill S.4988, and secure $150,000 in the state budget to launch a rebate program in Nassau and Suffolk counties for families who install smart-irrigation devices. These systems save water, reduce bills and help protect the environment that we’ll pass on to the next generation. When it comes to health care, the high cost of prescription drugs has put necessary medications out of reach for too many New Yorkers. To address this concern, the Senate passed the New York Affordable Drug Manufacturing Act, offering a practical solution by empowering the state to partner in the production of generic drugs specifically to drive down prices. This bill targets highcost and at-risk medications like insulin, ensuring affordability and availability. Affordability can’t simply be a talking point. It must be embodied in legislation and budget allocations. Whether it’s fighting for free meals, expanding pre-K, making college accessible or supporting families with basic school supplies, I will continue to advocate for programming and policies that make life more affordable for everyone.

BALDWIN HERALD — September 18, 2025

Affordability can’t just be a talking point

We publish three columns in each edition of the Herald every week. Columns represent the views of the writers, not of the Herald. Each writer works independently and chooses his or her own subjects. Among our regular contributors are former U.S. Rep. Peter King, former State Assemblyman Jerry Kremer and the Nassau Herald’s former executive editor, Randi Kreiss. We also feature columns by a wide variety of elected leaders — local, county, state and federal — on a rotating basis. And we regularly invite guest columnists who are not involved in politics — including members of our editorial staff — to offer their views.

Special features The op-ed, or opposite the editorial, page features a weekly Framework photo, which is chosen by our photo editor, Tim Baker. The Framework offers a creative, at times humorous outlet for our photography staff. In this spot, we also publish photos sent to us by readers featuring them on vacation, reading the Herald at international landmarks. We call it Herald Around the World. At times, a correction might appear on the op-ed page. We strive each week for the highest standards of accuracy and accountability. When we make mistakes in our reporting, we believe we must own up to them and correct the record.

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