HERALD UNIONDALE
Nataly De Leon, far left, Jenifer Hernandez, Jasmine Jones and Crystal
er to create several documentaries, as well as this year’s Uniondale High
A red carpet for student film fest Screenwriting class moves seniors to bring stories to life
By JOSEPH D’ALESSANDRO jdalessandro@liherald.com
Decorated with a Hollywood-like red carpet, the high school auditorium hosted this year’s Uniondale High School Film Festival, where members of the school’s screenwriting class introduced nine documentaries made by students who saw their creations come to life on the big screen.
The April 23 event, titled “Perspectives: An Unfiltered Documentary Experience,” presented the shared themes of the students’ work: unique life stories, lived experiences and personal journeys.
The class of 24 seniors filmed the documentaries as a part of their elective screenwriting class, created and taught by Crystal Harris, an English and screenwriting teacher at the high school.
“I had just come from a couple of film fes-
tivals back in 2019, and I learned so much from those film festivals,” Harris recalled. “I really wanted to bring that information back to my school district.”
Harris’s class focuses on the core skills of screenwriting: how to put together a script using professional software, how to market and distribute it, and how to record and edit a documentary. Each one screened at the festival was roughly five minutes long, with footage taken by the students as well as their own voice-overs.
The assignment was to create a short film that told the story of a real person. “They were asked to identify someone in their life or community who had an interesting or meaningful story,” Harris said. “Once they put it all together, the results were just amazing.”
Nataly De Leon already had a passion for writing, and recently branched out into film-
By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com
Las Vegas Sands will no longer pursue its $6 billion proposal to build a casino resort at the Nassau Coliseum site in Uniondale, prompting the project’s opponents to release a huge sigh of relief.
The Sands has decided against applying in June for one of three available downstate gaming licenses in New York. In a statement, Sands officials said that while they “strongly believe in the development opportunity of a land-based downstate casino license in New York,” they cited a range of market forces, including the rise of online gambling, economic uncertainty in the United States and a strategic shift to preserve shareholder value as reasons for pulling out.
across the 72-acre site.
“I’m elated, absolutely elated that it appears this casino will not go forward,” said Pearl Jacobs, of Uniondale, a member of the Say No to the Casino Civic Association and president of the Nostrand Gardens Civic Association.
“It was bad idea from the start,” Jacobs said, adding that she opposes having such a venue in close proximity to young people — with the site near Hofstra University, the Hempstead and Uniondale school districts, and a few charter schools.
casino at that location was a horrible idea. PEARL JAcOBS Say No to the Casino Civic Association member
“A casino at that location was a horrible idea,” she said, also noting the high density of traffic and the impact of air pollution on the communities.
The proposal included a 400,000-square-foot casino, hotels, restaurants, retail space and a convention center, with the expectation of creating more than 8,500 construction jobs and over 5,000 permanent positions
Jacobs added that casinos negatively impact property values, with the potential of deflating prices of nearby homes by 2 to 10 percent, according to the National Association of Realtors.
On April 24, Nassau County Legislator Seth Koslow sent a cease-and-desist letter to County CoNtiNUeD oN page 4
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Harris have worked togeth-
School Film Festival.
$400,000 for African American museum
The Joysetta & Julius Pearse African American Museum of Nassau County is set to receive $400,000 in bond funding to support critical facility upgrades.
The money is part of a larger $1 million bond authorization previously attained for the museum in Hempstead. The newly approved portion will enable the next phase of renovations at the historic institution, which has served as a cultural and educational hub for Long Island’s African American community since 1970.
“Black history is American history, and this museum tells that story with passion and pride,” Nassau County Legislator Olena Nicks said in a news release. “I’m proud that this year’s capital plan invests in the continued growth and impact of the Pearse Museum, ensuring that future generations can benefit from its powerful exhibits and programs.”
Nicks represents portions of Hempstead and Uniondale.
The bond approval came as part of a broader $1.3 million capital plan package that also includes money for public safety infrastructure.
The museum features rotating exhibits by local and national artists and hosts a wide range of community events, from Black History Month celebrations to educational programming focused on historic Black leaders such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X.
The Joysetta & Julius Pearse African American Museum of
County
died in 2021, at age 83, and Julius died last December, at 91.
“The Joysetta and Julius Pearse Museum is more than a building — it’s a living archive of Black excellence, histo-
is receiving money for vital
ry and resilience,” County Legislator Scott Davis said in the release. “This funding affirms our commitment to pre-
serving the legacy of this vital cultural institution.”
— Jeffrey Bessen
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Nassau
Joysetta
improvements. Above, Joysetta
New ‘MammoVan’ rolled out in Nassau County
By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com
Nassau University Medical Center recently unveiled a new, state-of-the-art mammography van outside the hospital’s main entrance, allowing hospital staff, breast cancer organizations and county officials to take a close look at the vehicle that will provide lifesaving scans to women across Nassau County.
Plans for the new mobile breast cancer-screening unit were first announced in October, with hospital administrators stating that the goal was to have the van on the road by May. The new vehicle — dubbed the “MammoVan” — will greatly enhance the standard of care being offered to patients, replacing the hospital’s previous mammography van, which had been in use since 2002.
The old van visited Nassau County communities two days a week, working in tandem with libraries or local government officials to host a screening clinic. The new van is slated to head into communities five to six days a week.
“We’re going to see an increase annually of 40 percent more patients,” Meg Ryan, the president and chief executive of NUMC, said last year. “That’s 40 percent more people that we can get in the van, diagnose and treat early. So that’s very important for our community.”
NUMC also offers women’s health care clinics with extended hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and weekend clinics, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturdays, serving a total of around 20,000 patients last year alone. The hospital is also a partner with the Jerichobased nonprofit, Hair We Share, which provides human hair wigs made from donated hair, free of charge, to people struggling with medical hair loss. Based in Jericho, NUMC’s oncology suite now features a “wig room” to help patients dealing with chemotherapyrelated hair loss.
WCounty Executive Bruce Blakeman cut the ribbon
mography van, which will hit the streets this month.
get breast cancer — men get breast cancer too. It’s a good idea to get screen — it’s an important idea, and it may be a lifesaving idea to get screened.”
e are bringing lifesaving changes closer to home, and together we are changing lives.
MEg RyAN President, chief executive Nassau University Medical Center
“One in four women in the age from 50 to 74 have not gotten screened when it’s available, it’s free and it’s something that can save your life,” County Executive Bruce Blakeman said at the unveiling on April 24. “It’s not just women who
NUMC’s COMMitMENt
tO WOMEN’s hEALth
·“MammoVan” unveiled featuring state-of-the-art, 3D high-resolution imaging technology
·Van expands reach by visiting communities five to six days a week
·Annual screenings anticipated to increase 40 percent
·Women’s health clinics will stay open late on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturday mornings
·20,000 women served last year through expanded services
NUMC hosted its firstever Pink Gala at The Lannin in Eisenhower Park in November to help fundraise for the recent addition. The new van cost around $1 million, and while the hospital has some funding secured for it, additional proceeds from the gala helped to cover the cost of the purchase.
Ryan thanked Nassau County officials, the hospital’s board of directors and NUMC’s medical staff for their work in helping deliver accessible, high-quality health care to every corner of Nassau County.
“Nassau County ranks number one in breast cancer incidents across New York state, and that’s a statistic that we just simply can’t ignore,” she said. “That’s why I’m thrilled that for the first time in 25 years, we are launching this brand new ‘MammoVan,’ equipped with the latest 3D high resolution mammography technology. We are bringing lifesaving changes closer to home, and together we are changing lives. This is just yet another reason why Nassau County needs NUMC.
“This is a horrible disease, and as the county executive said, it affects everybody, but of course in particular women, and to hear that one in four women over the age of 50 that are expected to be screened for this don’t (get screened), we knew we needed to do something about that,” County Legislator John Ferreti
Most women do not regularly receive breast scans, the county
is why the hospital is making the care more accessible. The
to six days a week.
added. “I’m so happy we’re going to have this mammography van here, because it’s about protecting the health of all
and that’s
we do in Nassau County.”
Nassau County residents, in particular the health of women,
what
Jordan Vallone/Herald photos
outside of Nassau University Medical Center’s new, state-of-the-art mobile mam-
Meg Ryan, president and chief executive of NUMC, spoke about the hospital’s dedication to serving Nassau County communities. The van will provide lifesaving scans to women.
executive said, which
van will be out in Nassau County communities five
Development options being weighed by county
Executive Bruce Blakeman to halt all financial and resource expenditures surrounding the Sands casino project. During a news conference that morning, Koslow said there’s no clear path forward for the project and he’s concerned about “wasting time, energy and money” on something that is “not what people wanted.”
Koslow, the Democratic candidate for county executive, said he’s in favor of developing the site — if it brings in the money that the casino promised and aligns with what the community wants.
“We need to invest in a real project that’s going to get done, that people want, that has community buy-in,” he said at the conference. “We can certainly do a hotel, an entertainment facility, with a convention center, something that’s going to bring more people here, something that’s going to bring tourism here.
“I intend to work with developers to develop a project that has real long-term benefits to the entire county,” he added.
In August 2024, the Nassau County Legislature approved, in an 18-1 vote, a 42-year operational lease agreement with the company for the Coliseum and surrounding land, meaning Sands would be responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of the property but could not build or develop it.
“I voted for it,” Koslow said about the lease agreement, “because I want the jobs in Nassau County. I believe we have to keep our union workers employed, and that
Garden City Mayor Mary Carter Flanagan was in front.
lease gave our workers jobs, and my hope was that we can get some sort of project that would get our unions working.”
Communities surrounding the Coliseum, particularly Uniondale, Hempstead, Garden City and East Meadow, along with Hofstra University, openly opposed the project, raising concerns about increased traffic, noise, air pollution and water consumption.
Blakeman, who was a forceful advocate for the proposal, issued a statement
through Chris Boyle, his director of communications.
“County Executive Bruce Blakeman has been aware of certain pressures that have factored into Las Vegas Sands’ rethinking of land-based brick and mortar casinos in the United States,” Boyle said in the statement.
“The County Executive is grateful that Las Vegas Sands is committed to the development of the Coliseum site with or without a casino. However, there is strong interest from gaming organizations which have been in confidential discussions with Nassau County in taking the place of Las Vegas in the licensing application process,” Boyle added.
“Nassau County will crystallize within the next 30 days whether or not to entertain a casino component or develop the site without,” he further stated. “In either event there will be an exciting new development that will create jobs and positive economic activity.”
Hofstra, which previously filed a lawsuit against the Nassau County Planning Commission for not following proper protocols when granting the Coliseum lease to Sands, released a statement in favor of the withdrawal.
“Hofstra University is pleased with Las Vegas Sand’s decision to abandon their application for a license to build a casino
at the Nassau Coliseum,” Susan Poser, Hofstra president, said. “Over the past 90 years, Hofstra has been deeply invested in the future of this region, and we are eager to be a part of planning for development in the Nassau Hub that would promote, sustainable economic growth, enhance the quality of life for all who live and work here, and serve the true needs of Nassau County and Long Island.”
The Say No to the Casino Civic Association, whose members have been vocal opponents of the project since the beginning, is “thrilled” after a long fight against the “wholly destructive casino,” according to a statement issued by members Monica Kiely and Allison O’Brien Silva. The group supports the search for a development on the site that “benefits rather than exploits.”
“While we are concerned the door remains open for the county to find a new casino partner, it was always a bad idea, and it will continue to be a bad idea, whether the county works with Las Vegas Sands or another predatory gambling company looking to extract wealth from our community,” the statement read. “If a third party wishes to enter the process, our unrelenting opposition will fight until the end.”
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Las Vegas Sands withdrew its plan to build a $6 billion casino on the Nassau Coliseum site. Above, the Say No to the Casino Civic Association outside county legislative meetings last July.
Dr. Irina Gelman to chair NUMC board
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has appointed Dr. Irina Gelman to chair the board of the Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow,
Gelman, the county’s health commissioner, will step into the role previously held by Matthew Bruderman, who’d been serving as chairman to the board since 2022. A reason for Bruderman’s departure from the position was not given. His appointment to the board was set to last until February of 2027.
Gelman was named the Nassau County health commissioner in 2022. She was previously the health commissioner in upstate-Orange County and the public health director in Fulton County. Gelman was a fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine, and board vice president of the New York State Association of County Health Officials.
“We thank Matt Bruderman for his service as chairman of the board of Nassau University Medical Center,” Blakeman said in a written statement shared with the Herald on the evening of April 24.. “Under his leadership, NUMC was able to reduce its deficits by significant margins and improve its ratings. We wish him well in his future endeavors.
Dr. Kamal Nayyar, a NUMC board member, has also resigned, which opened a spot of Gelman to serve on
both the board and as its chair.
“I appreciate Dr. Kamal Nayyar’s resignation as a member of the board, as it will give me the opportunity to appoint Commissioner of Health Dr. Irina Gelman, a healthcare professional who has demonstrated throughout the course of her career, the highest level of professionalism and is uniquely qualified person to lead the NUMC Board as a member and chair,” he added. “I am totally confident in her abilities and believe under her leadership that she will be a tremendous asset to NUMC, its patients, and staff.”
— Jordan Vallone
UNIONDALE SCHOOLS
Matt Bruderman, at lectern, served as chairman to the board since 2022.
Herald file
Dr. Irina Gelman, the health commissioner in Nassau County, was appointed to chair the board of the Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow on April 24 by County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
MADISON WADE
Plainedge Senior Lacrosse
IT HAS BEEN A red-hot April for Wade and the Plainedge girls’ lacrosse team. The Red Devils have won eight of their last night games, with Wade serving as one of the integral parts of the success. The third-year varsity player is also a third-year captain and helping Plainedge’s offense fire. Entering this week’s action, Wade ranked near the top of Nassau County in goals with 42. She netted at least three goals in eight of the first 11 games.
GAMES TO WATCH
Thursday, May 1
Boys Lacrosse: Baldwin at Freeport 5 p.m.
Boys Lacrosse: Calhoun at Carey 5 p.m.
Boys Lacrosse: East Meadow at Clarke 5 p.m.
Girls Lacrosse: Sewanhaka at Freeport 5 p.m.
Girls Lacrosse: Mepham at Bethpage 5
Boys Lacrosse: Elmont at Uniondale 5 p.m.
Friday, May 2
Flag Football: Lynbrook at East Rockaway 5 p.m.
Flag Football: Bethpage at Long Beach 5 p.m.
Boys Lacrosse: Farmingdale at Massapequa 5 p.m.
Boys Lacrosse: South Side at Wantagh 5 p.m.
Girls Lacrosse: South Side at North Shore 5 p.m.
Boys Lacrosse: Lynbrook at MacArthur 7 p.m.
Girls Lacrosse: Long Beach at Massapequa 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 3
Softball: Uniondale at Elmont 10 a.m.
Softball: North Shore at Baldwin 10 a.m.
Girls Lacrosse: Lynbrook at Mepham 10 a.m.
Girls Lacrosse: Calhoun at Oceanside 10 a.m.
Flag Football: Freeport at Oceanside 11 a.m.
Girls Lacrosse: Clarke at Division 12 p.m.
Boys Lacrosse: Island Trees at Hewlett 3 p.m.
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HERALD SPORTS
Uniondale maintains perfect mark
By PATRICK MOQUIN sports@liherald.com
With a streamlined and improving roster, Uniondale baseball sits at 11-0 in the Countywide Conference, overwhelming teams in the developmental conference with superior pitching and power at the plate.
The Knights’ best players are not yet seniors either, forcing coach Ciro Gentile to consider ideas of a future promotion.
“We think we have the talent,” Gentile said. “I didn’t know we were going to have this last year. We have so many kids infiltrating the district that play baseball, and if we can come up with a couple more kids, we might be able to come out of Countywide and go back into AAA.”
Nassau County high schools are typically classified based on school size into one of four classifications: AAA, AA, A and B. Opting to play in the Countywide division gives less competitive teams the chance to find their footing, but Uniondale has proven that it is ready to move into deeper waters.
The Knights got off to a white-hot start in late March and have sustained that momentum throughout April. In three games between April 22 and April 25, they didn’t allow a run while lighting up opponents for 30.
Gentile said a dozen players on the roster find consistent playing time, a relatively shorthanded staff that has to constantly shift between positions to accommodate pitching changes. Most everyday starters also have a role on the mound.
In a 10-0 victory over Great Neck South on April 25, sophomore ace Jaxson Baptichon threw five innings and allowed just two hits, striking out eight batters to continue a dominant campaign. In a game against West Hempstead on April 11, he pitched nearly five innings in relief and struck out nine. He also bats second and consistently contributes at the plate.
Since arriving from the Dominican Republic, juniors Steven Frias and Vaner Guerrero have developed dual
roles on the roster as well, overpowering opponents on the mound while providing plenty of pop in an inescapably deep Uniondale lineup.
Gentile said that senior Anthony Perez and junior Carlos Vasquez have taken key leadership roles for a team that’s constantly in motion. Both players are in the lineup everyday and pitch when needed, and Vasquez’s return from injury in April gave the Knights new depth in every area.
“Carlos is our No. 1 hitter,” Gentile said. “He bats third in the lineup, he hits for average and power. He’s a great situational hitter and he’s been carrying the load for us.”
Players like Baptichon, Frias and Vasquez give Gentile reason to believe
that Uniondale is ready for Conference AAA now, but younger players are already showing him that the roster can remain competitive for years to come. Freshman Willy Rodriguez and eighthgrader Oliver Blanco have made solid contributions at the varsity level early in their careers, and an improving JV operation will only produce more talent going forward.
Without playoffs to determine a champion, the team with the best record wins the Countywide conference title, and Valley Stream Central is wrapping up its April schedule with a similarly dominant 9-0-1 record. The Knights will play the Eagles on April 30 and May 2 in games that could eventually decide the championship.
Eric Dunetz/Herald
Jaxson Baptichon and the Knights are swinging to the tune of an 11-0 mark in the Countywide Conference entering this week’s action.
The Southern State at 100: a divided legacy
History, and real or imagined inequity, collide on 25 miles of one of Long Island’s busiest roadways
By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com
First in a series on the Southern State Parkway.
One bright Saturday afternoon in June 2020, a group of protesters stood near the Robert Moses statue in Babylon, calling for its removal. Their rallying cry: The “Master Builder” was not worthy of such recognition. He was, instead, a racist who, among other things, designed the Southern State Parkway to keep buses carrying low-income families from traveling from New York City to Long Island — and its beaches.
The group had collected more than 13,000 signatures in support of its cause.
major roadway expansion undertaken by New York state that also included the Northern State and Sagtikos parkways. Today, it is a 25.3-mile long roadway that stretches from the Queens-Nassau border to Heckscher State Park in East Islip.
Wayne Horsley, a former regional director of Long Island’s state parks and a local historian, countered at the time that the often aired claims against Moses, “a son of the village,” have never been proven.
What has been proven, however, is the impact of the visionary work of Moses, who was the architect behind the construction of the Southern State when he served as the chairman of the Long Island State Park Commission and president of the New York State Parks Council.
The 100th anniversary of the construction of the parkway this year offers an opportunity to reflect on both its history and its future.
Often referred to simply as “the parkway,” the Southern State was part of a
Construction on the Southern State began in 1925, under Moses’s leadership. It was designed to improve access to Jones Beach. The land was originally a water conduit owned by the borough of Brooklyn. It comprises the western portion of unsigned New York State Route 908M, with the Heckscher State Parkway occupying the eastern section. Its first section opened to the public in 1927; there were additions in 1949, and its current roadway was completed in 1962, when it reached Heckscher Parkway.
Following the post-war housing boom on Long Island, the parkway was widened and straightened in a number of places to serve commuters traveling at speeds unanticipated when the road was first constructed.
Initially, the Southern State had a toll between exits 13 and 14, at the Cross Island Parkway, until 1978 when the state eliminated it and removed the toll plaza.
Prior to World War II, the State Department of Transportation estimated that fewer than 15,000 cars traveled on the parkway each day. During the postwar population boom on Long Island, the volume expanded to 190,000 cars per day, with most using it to commute between home and work.
Mary Cascone, historian of the Town of Babylon, notes that the Long Island parkway system was initially designed to bring automobiles to state parks.
“By limiting access to passenger cars, the parkways were supposedly intended for recreational driving,” Cascone wrote in her research on Moses and the Southern State. “Drivers and passengers could enjoy the beauty of the tree-lined roadway, free of billboards and trucks, as they made the journey to the countryside.”
That intention is visually confirmed in photos taken of the road when it opened, showing one or two cars on a lushly landscaped parkway, portraying what was then known as the “leisurely Sunday drive.” With its verdant country-
side free of commercial traffic, the parkway appealed to the more affluent city residents who owned cars, whether an intentional outcome of the design or not.
An aspect of the roadway’s design that is often cited as evidence to support the claim that it was designed to deny access to the masses is its bridges, which have unusually low clearances.
“It appears to be accurate that the state parks and beaches reached by the Nassau and Suffolk County parkways were deliberately designed to accommodate motorists rather than people who used public transportation,” Cascone said. “The inference that many people make, however, is that Black people used public transportation — which they
Photos courtesy Babylon Town Historical Society
The Southern State Parkway under construction at Belmont Avenue in Babylon.
A colorized photo of the Southern State Parkway when it opened in 1927.
Southern State’s century of vehicular history
surely did — along with all the other people who could not afford to, or simply chose not to, own a car. This ignores the fact, however, that Black people did own automobiles, and drove them on the parkways and to the beaches.”
For some, however, the low parkway bridges are an unfortunate, lingering reminder of classism and inequity in the guise of public works, Cascone concluded.
Thomas J. Campanella, a professor at Cornell University, a historian and a writer on city planning and the urban environment, sees the potential evidence of discrimination in the lower height of the Southern State bridges compared with those on other parkways Moses designed.
“The low-bridge story is a microbiography of Moses, a tragic hero who built for the ages, but for a narrowly construed public,” Campanella wrote. “It also shows how something as inert as a stone-faced bridge can be alive with politics and meaning.”
He also noted that Moses’s attitude appeared contradictory, as he approved the construction of a swimming pool and play center in Harlem — now the Jackie Robinson Park — which is considered one of the best public works projects of the New Deal era anywhere in the United States, and established other recreational sites in communities of color across New York state.
In a press release dated July 23, 1934, Moses argued for the construction of more recreational facilities for all New Yorkers, noting, “It is no exaggeration to say that the health, happiness, efficiency and orderliness of many of the city’s residents, especially in the summer months, are tremendously affected by the presence or absence of adequate swimming and bathing facilities.”
Next installment: Accident statistics and causes.
■ Originally designed with quaint wooden lampposts, which became affectionately known as “woody” lights.
■ When the parkway was first built, then Gov. Franklin D. Roosevelt wanted to have a western extension that reached into Brooklyn. That stretch of highway is known today as the Belt Parkway.
■ Following the suburban expansion of Long Island after World War II, the parkway was widened and straightened in places to allow for higher speeds and more traffic.
■ A state police substation and barracks were built on either side of the parkway in North Valley Stream.
■ A median service station was built in the 1930s east of Exit 32 (Route 110). It closed in 1985, but its abandoned ramps can still be seen in the median.
Jeffrey Bessen/Herald
Heading east on the south side of today’s Southern State Parkway.
Congressman joins West Hempstead Holocaust Remembrance program
By MADISON GUSLER mgusler@liherald.com
Over 300 members of Long Island’s Jewish community attended a Yam HaShoah program at Congregation Shaaray Shalom, in West Hempstead, on Sunday to remember the lives lost during the Holocaust. The ceremony included a memorial candle lighting, a short film documenting the testimony of survivor Hannah Steiner, and a conversation with U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres.
“We all come together for this annual gathering — we do so in solemn memory of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, and in honor of the survivors, the witnesses and the generations who carry their legacies forward,” Mindy Perlmutter, executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council - Long Island, said. “Our responsibility is not to only remember, but to act to ensure that such darkness never takes hold again.”
Family members of victims and survivors of the Holocaust lit six memorial candles, and a seventh to remember the five million non-Jewish people who died. Nine members of the Israel Defense Forces who attended the program lit an eighth candle, to honor the lives lost in Hamas’s attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, the hostages and the IDF soldiers who were lost during the war.
“The Holocaust, or Shoah, was a systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews in Europe by the Nazi German regime,” Larry Rosenberg, the program organizer and host, said. “Without a doubt, antisemitism was at the very foundation of the Holocaust.”
“The path the Nazis took was clear, from hatred to prejudice to persecution and ultimately mass murder,” Rosenberg added. “The snowball went very, very fast. As it is important to remember — remembrance is simply not enough.”
Attendees heard the testimony of survivor Hannah Steiner, whose experience during the Holocaust was documented in a short film by Shira Stoll.
In the video, Steiner recounts meeting her boyfriend and future husband, Abraham, at a dance in Romania before he was taken to a labor camp. She also details her and her mother’s experience in Auschwitz, walking in the Death March to Bergen-Belsen and losing her mother after liberation.
few years ago, but it’s amazing to see a room full of hundreds of people are still able to hear her story today.”
Torres, who represents New York’s 15th Congressional District, which covers most of the South Bronx, joined Rosenberg on stage for a discussion about perspectives on the Holocaust in today’s world. Torres has been an advocate for Israel and the Jewish community throughout his political career. He and Rosenberg discussed the rise of antisemitism and Holocaust denial, the lack of Holocaust education, and U.S. relations with Israel.
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“I went through a lot, right?” Steiner says in the film. “This generation one time will go away. “They have to be — they shouldn’t be forgotten.”
Steiner and Abraham were reunited and married in Israel, and eventually moved to New York City. They are survived by three children, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
“There is a lot of antisemitism still in the world, and it’s important that people remember,” Stoll said. “You know, Hannah Steiner passed away a
“I see the lack of Holocaust education as a real crisis in our country,” Torres said. “Every school should be required to have Holocaust education. There is no event in human history that reveals more about the worst of human nature, as well as the best, the righteous among the nations, than the Holocaust. So for me, it is as much about moral instruction as it is about historical instruction.”
Torres recalled visiting Yad Vashem, the memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, on a recent trip to Israel. “I remember writing a note that we must never forget the depth of human evil showed in the Shoah, but nor should we forget the height of human heroism that rose in the face of it,” he said, “and that the righteous among the nations should inspire us to resist antisemitism at every turn and in every form.”
Madison Gusler/Herald photos
U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres, who represents the South Bronx, joined the Jewish community of Long Island at Congregation Shaaray Shalom, in West Hempstead, for a Holocaust remembrance program on Sunday.
Larry Rosenberg, the program organizer and host, talked with Torres about perspectives on the Holocaust in today’s world.
Ritchie Torres with Jewish war veterans Edward Freeberg, left, and Gary Glick.
STEPPING OUT
“Choc”-full of delights
The Chocolate Expo is all sorts of delicious
By Danielle Schwab
Prepare for a day coated in all things chocolate.
Over 90 vendors soon set up shop at Hostra University’s David Mack Sports & Exhibition Center. The unique foodie experience returns, May 4, with sweet and savory tastes all in one place.
“We call ourselves the official home of chocolate, food, and fun,” Marvin Baum, the Chocolate Expo’s founder, says. “We’re using chocolate as a platform, not only to support small local businesses, but also to do good for the community.”
It all began in 2006, after Baum realized there was a strong desire to bring food vendors and communities together. Since 2012, the chocoholic’s delight has been sweetening Long Island and has grown to be the confectionery hot spot it is today.
“Long Island has always been a special spot for me. It helped us go to the next level in terms of what we could offer the public in terms of an experience,” Baum says.
From chocolate classics like bonbons, fudge and chocolate-dipped treats to interesting twists such as chocolate-covered bacon, there are no shortage of desserts to indulge in. For more savory pairings, baked goods, specialty foods, wine, and cheeses are also tempting; there’s surely something to satisfy everyone’s palate.
Visitors can check out the Long Island confectioners represented, including Bellmore’s Chocolate Works, a chocolaterie selling chocolate-covered pretzels, platters, and more.
“Last year was our first year at the Expo. We had a great experience,” Nimisha Patel, who owns the store with her husband, Raj, reports.“People always buy chocolate, and we get to be creative and decorate with different designs.”
Other local favorites include Chez Hedwidge, an artisan gluten-free bakery, based in Valley Stream; Massapequa’s Swizzled Desserts, a purveyor of small batch alchohol-infused ice creams and sorbets; and Sunflower Bakeshop, a Kosher bakery in West Hempstead that caters to customers with
• Sunday, May 4, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Tickets are $20, $10 ages 5-12 when purchased online, children under 5 free, $30, $15 child at door; available from thechocolateexpo.com
• Hofstra University, David S. Mack Sports & Exhibition Complex, Hempstead
food and dietary restrictions, offering a wide range of glutenfree and vegan options.
This year, the choice of treats is more enticing than ever.
“There are a limited number of chocolate shops on Long Island. We’re bringing vendors from other states and countries, so we can bring unique things that people from Long Island have not seen elsewhere before,” Baum says.
Be sure to sample the diverse offerings that include the trendy Dubai chocolate (Omniya), rich artisanal chocolates from Paris (Chocolaknin), and luxury Swiss assortments (Canonica).
The binge-worthy experiences don’t stop with chocolate. Guests can meet up with this years’ special guests — everyone’s favorite 1970s TV family, “The Brady Bunch.”
“There’s a strong nostalgic quality to connecting with the original show. This is a chance to get together, to connect without a television screen, in a much more informal kind of way,” says Barry Williams, who fans will know as the eldest Brady child, Greg Brady.
Williams is readu to answer all your eager-to-know questions about the show — along with his castmates Christopher Knight (Peter Brady), Mike Lookinland (Bobby Brady), and Susan Olsen (Cindy Brady) — during the morning panel discussion. He’s also bringing some “Tikis” that fans may recognize from the iconic Hawaii episode.
“I see happen quite often is a fan will approach us, they might be middle-aged, and in front of my eyes they will turn into the giggling teenager that they were when they were watching the show,” he notes.
Balloon artist Robbie Furman adds to the magic, creating a life-sized ‘Brady Bunch’ — made entirely out of balloons!
For more family-sized fun, young visitors can drop by the Kidz Zone for face painting, balloon twisting and chocolate smashing. You may even catch a glimpse of a Stormtrooper — don’t forget to respond “May the Fourth be with you!”
At the end of the day, kids can enjoy a balloon popping party.
“We let the kids pop them with safe little picks at the end of the event, which we’ve never done on Long Island before,” Baum says.
Whether you’re familiar with the Expo or a curious newcomer, it’s always a delectable outing.
“We have a relationship with people on Long Island, and they look forward to it every year. I recently saw a Facebook post [about the Expo] saying ‘My friend and I had a magical day that we will never forget,’” Baum says.
“This is why we do what we do with the Chocolate Expo, for our guests have a magical time.”
Pink Talking Fish
Three mammoth bands. Three musical phenomenons. One idea inspired by love of the music. That’s Pink Talking Fish. The hybrid tribute fusion act takes the music from three iconic bands creating a remarkable musical jam. PTF brings their unique sound to the Landmark on Main Street stage, on their latest tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of the incredible Pink Floyd album “Wish You Were Here.” This show consists of two sets. The first set will be a full rendition of this epic album from start to finish, with “Classic PTF” combinations for the second set. “Wish You Were Here” is extremely meaningful to the band members and so many music lovers around the world and PTF is thrilled to bring this album to life in 2025. Although the music from each act is different, PTF has discovered that fusing the material together creates an amazing story. The epic emotion of Pink Floyd; the funky, danceable layerings of The Talking Heads; the styles, unique compositional structures and pure fun of Phish — to merge these three into one gives music lovers a special experience.
Friday, May 2, 8 p.m. $49 and $46. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Tickets available at landmarkonmainstreet.org or call (516) 767-6444.
Regency Romance is afoot
Old Westbury Gardens welcomes everyone to Regency Romance Weekend, a most splendid affair in honor of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday. Families can wander the gardens for storybook strolls and hands-on crafts, while those with a playful spirit can enjoy lawn games fit for the finest estates. Also find inspiration in creative activities, while music lovers are serenaded with classical takes on familiar tunes. Of course, what would a Regency gathering be without fashion and society gossip? Take in a discussion on Regency fashion —fact versus fiction. And for those with a keen mind and a love of Austen’s world, Austen trivia will put your knowledge to the ultimate test. Plus indulge in a proper afternoon tea, or treat yourself to confections at the café.
Saturday and Sunday, May 3-4. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury. For more information and program/events schedule, go to oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048.
Photos courtesy Chuck Fishman Every bite is a sweet discovery at The Chocolate Expo.
Your Neighborhood CALENDAR
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Summer Camp
Register the kids for Uniondale Community Council’s summer day camp for ages 7 to 12, July 7 to Aug. 8, weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arts & crafts, cooking, field trips, fun & games, library, reading, sports and water play. Cost: $800 fee.
• Where: 806 Jerusalem Ave., Uniondale
• Contact: For a registration appointment. Call (516) 538-9487 or uccyp@optonline.net.
Tech Help
Do you find technology confusing? Are you interested in eBooks or other digital services, but don’t know where to start? If so, then be sure to visit Uniondale Public Library for free 1-on-1 tech help. Reservations required.
• Where: 400 Uniondale Ave., Uniondale
• Time: Ongoing
• Contact: uniondalelibrary.org or (516) 489-2220
On Exhibit
Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, the original “Deco at 100” coincides with the 100th anniversary of the 1925 Paris International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts (Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes) that publicly launched the movement. The direct follow-up to the well-received 2023 exhibit, “Our Gilded Age,” it comparably links the period’s signature innovation in the decorative arts, Art Deco, to the fine arts. On view through June 15.
• Where: 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor.
• Time: Ongoing
• Contact: (516) 484-9337 or nassaumuseum.org
‘Elephant & Piggie’s
We Are in a Play!’
The beloved musical adventure, ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved award-winning, best-selling children’s books, is back on stage at Long Island Children’s Museum. 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: Also May 2-3, and May 7-8, times vary
• Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800
Brian Regan
Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree: Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country with Vanity Fair calling Brian, “The funniest stand-up alive,” and Entertainment Weekly citing him as “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” Having built his 30-plus year career on the strength of his material alone, Brian’s non-stop theater tour continuously fills prestigious venues across North America, visiting close to 100 cities each year. His comedic talent extends beyond the stage. He’s released two acclaimed Netflix specials, “Brian Regan: Nunchucks And Flamethrowers” and “Brian Regan: On The Rocks,” showcasing his knack for finding humor in everyday situations. He also starred in his own Netflix series,”Stand Up And Away! With Brian Regan,” and even made history with “Brian Regan: Live From Radio City Music Hall,” the first live broadcast of a stand-up special in Comedy Central’s history. Regan also co-stars in three seasons of Peter Farrelly’s series, “Loudermilk,” which moved to Netflix in January 2024, ranking in the Top 10 TV shows on Netflix for over a month. He’s also a familiar presence on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” He’s the standup guest who the show invites on for two segments: a performance segment and also on the couch to chat with Jimmy. $99.50, $79.50, $69.50, $49.50.
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Long Island Marathon Weekend
The Long Island Marathon and additional races return to Eisenhower Park with three days packed with races for runners of all ages and abilities, through May 4.
• Where: Eisenhower Park, East Meadow
• Time: Varying times on Friday, Saturday & Sunday
• Contact: RunSignUp.com/ Race/NY/EastMeadow/ LongIslandMarathon
MAY
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‘Bridgerton’inspired dance workshop
Learn to dance like Simon and Daphne! Enjoy an hour of grace and merriment at Old Westbury Gardesn and learn some of the dances from the “Bridgerton” and “Queen Charlotte” series. No experience is necessary and no partner is needed. Instructor Susan de Guardiola guides participants through easy choreographies inspired from the TV series and talks about how the Bridgerton dances differ from the dances of the actual Regency/Jane Austen era. Ages 16+ welcome.
• Where: The Barn at Orchard Hill,
71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury
• Time: Noon-1 p.m.
• Contact: oldwestburygardens.org
Storybook Stroll
Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for a storybook adventure. Stroll the gardens and listen to “Jane Austen: Little People Big Dreams” by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. Later create a unique take home craft. For ages 3-5. Storybook Strolls start at the Beech Tree (next to Westbury House), and end at the Thatched Cottage. Registration required.
• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury
• Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or (516) 333-0048
MAY
Splish Splash… Animal Baths
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Hang out with some Long Island Children’s Museum’s “residents,” Join an animal educator in the Hive Studio in the Feasts for Beasts Gallery to learn what goes into the care of LICM’s animals. Observe animal bath time.
• Where: Museum Row, Garden City
personality and your life journey at Uniondale Public Library. Provide your birthday, birth time, and location when you register.
• Where: 400 Uniondale Ave., Uniondale
• Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
• Contact: uniondalelibrary.org or (516) 489-2220
Breastfeeding Support Group
Mercy Hospital offers a peerto-peer breastfeeding support group facilitated by a certified counselor. Open to new moms with babies from newborn to 1 year. Registration required.
• Where: St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre.
• Time: Ongoing Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
• Contact: Gabriella Gennaro at (516) 705-2434 or chsli.org
• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.
• Time: 8 p.m.
• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com
• Time: 1:30-2 p.m.
• Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800
MAY
Budget Hearing
The Uniondale school district’s Board of Education holds a budget hearing at its action meeting.
• Where: Little Theater of Uniondale High School, 933 Goodrich St., Uniondale.
• Time: 7 p.m.
Estate Planning
Join attorney Annabel Bazante at Uniondale Public Library when she discusses the importance of planning for the future. Topics include wills, healthcare proxy, power of attorney, and how to avoid probate.
• Where: 400 Uniondale Ave., Uniondale.
• Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
• Contact: uniondalelibrary.org or (516) 489-2220
Your Birth Chart
MAY
Instructor Jackie explains how to read your birth chart and how your signs can impact your
MAY 9
Little Learners’ Busy
Bees Planting Fields Little Learners series continues with a buzzing adventure for the little ones. Families discover how these tiny but mighty creatures help our environment flourish. Through fun activities, explore how bees spread pollen and help plants grow, making them essential to nature’s magic. Each child also gets to craft their very own beehive thumbprint masterpiece and enjoy a lively, buzzing game that brings the wonders of pollination to life. For ages 2-5. Registration required. $15 per child.
• Where: 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay
• Time: 1-2 p.m.
• Contact: plantingfields.org or call (516) 922-9210
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Documentaries capture life experiences
making. Her project focused on one of the deans of the school, Santiago Olivia, which challenged De Leon to fit her camerawork into the school day schedule.
“I actually want to be a writer when I graduate out of high school,” De Leon said. “I also had Miss Harris last year — I was really excited. I love all the assignments that she gives us, whether she has us read a script, watch a movie or rewrite a scene. It’s just overall really fun and never gets boring.”
Jenifer Hernandez focused on family for her project. “My dad is the star, and the documentary is about him and his experience with found family,” she said, referring to her father’s oldest and best friends.
“Thanks to this assignment, it really brought me closer to my family,” she continued. “I was able to talk with my dad and let him really ramble about his friends, and it didn’t really feel like an assignment, but more of something that I wanted to do.”
Jasmine Jones aspires to be a voice actor, so she took the opportunity to practice her voice-over skills.
“I always wanted to act or voice act, and I already have some experience writing scripts,” she said. “When I was in 11th grade, Miss Harris came to my English class and she said she had a screenwriting class, so I had to jump on
it immediately.
“I wrote a couple of scripts in middle school, just out of pure curiosity, because I like watching TV shows and cartoons,” Jones added. “I’ve always wondered how a show or a movie was produced.”
Jones’s film was about her mother’s life in Jamaica, her journey to the United States, and her current life with her family.
The three-hour film festival began in the morning, and the curtain came down in the early afternoon. It was made possible, Harris said, by her students, who planned and staffed the event.
“It really started off as just a class project, and I didn’t know that it was going to be as big as it was,” she said. “I challenged them to share their work with the school, and that’s how this film festival came into fruition.”
As at any big-time film festival, there was much applause after the students screened their work.
Harris expressed her pride in the student’s growth over the course of the school year.
“Many of the students I had last year in my English class, and they are such great students,” she said. “I knew that, this year, I really wanted to take it to the next level because of their passion for the class.”
PSEG Long Island Hosts First “Business First” Workshop for Entrepreneurs
By Maureen Fitzgerald
On April 15, nearly 50 Long Island business owners attended PSEG Long Island’s first “Business First” workshop at its Bethpage headquarters, hosted in collaboration with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce. The morning session featured a networking breakfast and expert-led presentations on reducing energy costs, managing utility bills, and securing funding for energy-efficient upgrades.
“Small businesses power our communities and fuel economic growth,” said Veronica Isaac, Manager of Customer and Community Partnerships at PSEG Long Island, reflecting on the vital role small businesses play here — a theme that resonated throughout the day’s program. “By helping them thrive, we unlock local jobs, boost reinvestment and create a cycle of shared success. A strong small business is a win for all of us.”
Christine Bryson and Shamisha Sims kicked off the event with an overview of financial and technical resources available through PSEG Long Island and partner agencies. Bryson explained how federal, state, and local programs—including grants, loans, and tax credits—can support energy-saving improvements. She also provided tips on working with economic development agencies. Sims introduced PSEG’s Business First program, which offers free or low-cost energy assessments, and shared sample audit reports highlighting quickreturn upgrades like LED lighting and HVAC controls.
The technical portion of the workshop focused on implementation. Matt Connors shared case studies of local companies that cut energy use by up to 25% and explained how to apply for rebates tied to improvements like programmable thermostats and motor retrofits. Nicole Jones-Cumberbatch followed with a presentation on PSEG’s renovation support services, which help businesses navigate permits, hire contractors, and stay on schedule. Paul DiBenedetto wrapped up the segment with a discussion on EV charging stations and available
incentives, sparking interest from several attendees planning future installations.
Thenaris Godbolt walked through PSEG Long Island’s commercial billing system, helping attendees better understand rate schedules, online tools, and cost-saving features like budget billing and prompt-payment discounts. The session closed with Jimmy Alty offering procurement tips to help businesses evaluate vendor bids, negotiate terms, and leverage PSEG Long Island’s contractor network — their Prime Efficiency
Partners — for quality assurance and cost control. Attendees also had the opportunity to meet one-onone with Business First Advocates to discuss next steps, from rebate applications to project planning, receiving personalized advice and customized next steps and key contacts for follow-up support. Future workshops are planned throughout the year. Businesses can email PSEGLI-BusinessFirst@pseg. com to schedule a free energy assessment or learn more.
A red carpet and interview set were part of the experience at the Uniondale High School Film Festival on April 23.
photo courtesy PSEG Long Island Long Island business owners attend PSEG Long Island “Business First” workshop on April 15.
Public Notices
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST David A. Nobrega; Joylyn A. Nobrega; et al., Defendant(s)
May 1, 2025 —
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 8, 2015 and amended November 3, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on May 12, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 1298 Birch Street, Uniondale, NY 11553-2008. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Uniondale, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 50 Block 572 Lot 0015. Approximate amount of judgment
$248,768.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 004891/2014. Foreclosure auction will be held “Rain or Shine”.
Janine T Lynam, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: April 1, 2025 152860
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. MTAG, AS CUSTODIAN FOR ALTERNA FUNDING I, LLC, Pltf. vs. DANIEL C. BROWN, et al, Defts. Index #002241/2017.
Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Nov. 23, 2022, I will sell at public auction on North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on May 15, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a 371 First Place, Uniondale, NY a/k/a School District 2, Section 50, Block 109, Lot 6. Approximate amount of judgment is $21,571.20 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and
conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. ADRIENNE FLIPSE HAUSCH, Referee. BRONSTER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 156 West 56th Street, Ste. 703, New York, NY 10019. File No. 700999.132#102222 152980
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST SHABAZZ ABDUL-ALIM AKA SHABAZZ ABDUL ALIM, KISHA OLIVER, ET AL., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 27, 2020, 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 May 20, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 317 Fenimore Avenue, Uniondale, NY 11553. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 34, Block 500, Lot 240-241. Approximate amount of judgment $359,691.55 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #613539/2018. Rita Solomon, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-006311 84821 152923
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR FINANCE OF AMERICA STRUCTURED SECURITIES ACQUISITION TRUST 2019-HB1, Plaintiff, AGAINST UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF CORINE RAY A/K/A CORINE L RAY, if they be living and if they be dead, the respective heirs-at-law, next-ofkin, distributes, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest
and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant(s) who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or inheritance, any right, title or interest in or to the real property described in the Complaint, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on October 31, 2024.
I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on May 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM premises known as 755 Northgate Dr, Uniondale, NY 11553. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.
All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Uniondale, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 55, Block 531 and Lot 18. Approximate amount of judgment
$470,123.35 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #001250/2016 | 16-001250. Michael Alpert, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 153093
LEGAL NOTICE
At a meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, in the County of Nassau, New York, held at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall,Town Hall Plaza, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on April 29, 2025
P R E S E N T : Hon., Donald X. Clavin, Jr., Supervisor Dorothy Goosby
Dennis Dunne, Sr.
Thomas E. Muscarella
Melissa Miller
Laura A. Ryder
Chris Schneider, Council Members
IN THE MATTER : - of - : THE INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE ROOSEVELT FIELD WATER DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD : COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK
X ORDER CALLING PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Town of Hempstead Department of Water as the Representative of the Roosevelt Field Water District (the “District”) proposed certain improvements consisting of tank repainting and any related structural repairs; extension and improvement to the packed tower aeration system at Well 10 for removal of VOCs; and any other minor repairs to such structure, and requested the Town Board hold a public hearing regarding said improvements of the District; and, WHEREAS, said Commissioner submitted to the Town Board an estimate of costs relating to said improvements; and, WHEREAS, the proposed increase and improvement is a Type II action pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act and 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617; and, WHEREAS, it is in the public interest that the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead consider the proposition herein set forth and to call a public hearing thereon; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT, ORDERED, the proposed increase and improvement is a Type II action pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act and 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617; and, be it further, ORDERED, a public hearing be held by this Town Board on May 13, 2025 at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, Town Hall Plaza, 1 Washington Street, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, on the increase and improvement of the Roosevelt Field Water District at an estimated maximum cost of $11,750,000.00 to be financed by the issuance of obligations of the Town.
ALL PERSONS desiring to be heard concerning the subject of the above-mentioned hearing will be given an opportunity to be heard at the time and place aforesaid.
Dated: Hempstead, New York April 29, 2025 /S/
Donald X. Clavin, Jr., Supervisor /S/________________ Dorothy L. Goosby /S/________________ Dennis Dunne, Sr. /S/
Thomas E. Muscarella /S/
Melissa Miller /S/
Laura A. Ryder /S/
Chris Schneider
Members of the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead 153249
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON TRUST, NA, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE STRUCTURED ASSET MORTGAGE INVESTMENTS II INC., BEAR STEARNS ALT-A TRUST II, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-1, Plaintiff, AGAINST GWENDOLYN ORTIZ, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on December 22, 2022. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM premises known as 167 Stanton Blvd, Uniondale, NY 11553. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.
All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Uniondale, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 36, Block 113 and Lot 309, 310, 311. Approximate amount of judgment $665,070.77 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #008043/2014.
Dominic A. Villoni, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 153270
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: BIG APPLE LOGISTIC NY INC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 04/25/25. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 1500 JERUSALEM AVE. MERRICK, NY 11566
Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 153195
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ANNUAL DISTRICT ELECTION OF UNIONDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK, TO BE HELD ON May 20, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, in lieu of an annual meeting of all election districts in one place, the vote by the qualified voters of the Uniondale Union Free School District, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, at an annual election, will be held on May 20, 2025 beginning 6 AM in the school designated in each election district bounded and described hereinafter, for the purpose of voting upon the appropriation of necessary funds to meet the necessary expenditures of the School District for the year 2025-2026, upon all propositions duly filed with the Board of Education, and to elect two (2) members to the Board of Education to fill
the following vacancies:
a. The office of Addie Blanco-Harvey, a member of the Board of Education, whose term expires on June 30, 2025 for a new term commencing July 1, 2025 and expiring on June 30, 2028.
b. The office of Alvin McDaniel, Jr., Ed.D., a member of the Board of Education, whose term expires on May 20, 2025 for a new term commencing May 21, 2025 and expiring on June 30, 2028.
PROPOSITION NO. 1 –SCHOOL BUDGET
Copies of the text of this proposition for the appropriation of the estimated expenses of the School District for the year 2025-2026 and authorizing the levy of taxes therefore, will be available at each school house in the District as hereinafter specified.
PROPOSITION NO. 2 –CAPITAL PROJECTS TO BE FUNDED THROUGH THE CAPITAL RESERVE
Shall the Board of Education of the Uniondale Union Free School District be authorized to expend from the Capital Reserve Fund, which was established on May 18, 2021 (“Reserve Fund”) pursuant to Section 3651 of the Education Law, for the following capital improvement projects: (1) Install new heavy duty safety perimeter fencing on Grand Avenue due to high-traffic area at Grand Avenue School ($200,000); (2) Repair and replace damaged sidewalks and parking lots at Northern Parkway School, Turtle Hook Middle School, Walnut Street School, and Uniondale High School ($350,000); (3) Install new exterior LED light poles and add exterior LED lighting at Northern Parkway School, Turtle Hook Middle School, Walnut Street School, and Uniondale High School ($450,000); (4) Install new well pumps and irrigation at all athletic fields at Turtle Hook Middle School, Walnut Street School, California Avenue School, Cornelius Court Elementary School, Grand Avenue School, Smith Street School, and Northern Parkway School ($500,000); other work required in connection therewith; and to expend from the Reserve Fund therefore, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto, an amount not to exceed the estimated
total cost of One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500,000), provided that the Board of Education may allocate funds amongst various components within the overall total expenditure at its discretion?
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that the voting shall be on voting machines and the polls will remain open from 6 AM until 9 PM and as much longer as may be necessary to enable the voters then present to cast their ballots, and that the Board of Registration shall meet during the annual election for the purpose of preparing a register for the budget vote and election in 2026 and any special district meeting that may be held after the preparation of said register.
The condensed form of the budget proposition and the text of all other propositions to appear on the voting machine and a detailed statement in writing of the amount of money which will be required for the school year 2025-2026 for school purposes, specifying the purposes and the amount for each, will be prepared and copies thereof will be made available, upon request, to any resident in the District at each schoolhouse in the district in which school is maintained between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM during the period of fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election of May 20, 2025, excluding Saturday, Sunday and holidays, and at such annual election.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that nominations for the office of member of the Board of Education, unless otherwise provided by law, shall be made by petition subscribed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 qualified voters or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the 2024 annual election), and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the District between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM not later than the 30th day preceding the election at which the trustees shall be voted upon. Such petition shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate and the specific vacancy on the Board for which the
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candidate is nominated, which description shall include at least the length of the term of office and the name of the last incumbent, if any. Each vacancy shall be considered a separate office, and a separate petition shall be required to nominate a candidate to each separate office. No person shall be nominated for more than one separate office on the Board of Education. A nomination may be rejected by the Board of Education if the candidate is ineligible for the office or declares his/her unwillingness to serve.
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NOTICE that any proposition or question to be placed upon the voting machines shall be submitted in writing by petition subscribed by at least 25 qualified voters of the district (representing the greater of 25 qualified voters or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the 2024 annual election), and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the District between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM, not later than the 30th day preceding the election at which such question or proposition shall be voted upon, except that this rule shall not apply to those questions or propositions which are required to be stated in the published or posted notice of the meeting or to those propositions or questions which the Board of Education has authority by law to present at any annual or special meeting of the District. Propositions with respect to a proposition or question which is required to be stated in the Notice of Meeting must be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District, between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM on or before the 60th day immediately preceding the meeting or election at which such questions or proposition shall be voted upon.
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NOTICE that the Board of Registration of this School District shall meet Thursday, May 8, 2025 and Wednesday, May 14, 2025 from 9:00AM to 7:00PM in the California Avenue Elementary School, Grand Avenue Elementary School, Northern Parkway Elementary School, Smith Street Elementary School and Walnut Street Elementary School for the purpose
of preparing a register of the qualified voters of this District for said annual district election, at which time any person shall be entitled to have his/her name placed upon such registry provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration, he/she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration, to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the annual District election for which such register is prepared:
California Avenue School Election District: Place of Registration
California Avenue Elementary School 236 California Avenue Uniondale, NY 11553
Grand Avenue
Elementary School District: Place of Registration
Grand Avenue
Elementary School 711 School Drive North Baldwin, New York
Northern Parkway Elementary School: Place of Registration Northern Parkway Elementary School 440 Northern Parkway Uniondale, NY 11553
Smith Street Elementary School: Place of Registration
Smith Street Elementary School 780 Smith Street Uniondale, NY 11553
Walnut Street Elementary School: Place of Registration
Walnut Street
Elementary School 1270 Walnut Street Uniondale, NY 11553
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that applications for absentee and early mail ballots for the school district election will be obtainable at the Office of the Clerk of the District and must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than 30 days before the election for which an absentee or early mail ballot is sought. To obtain a ballot by mail, completed applications must be received by the Office of the District Clerk at least seven days before the election. The absentee or early mail ballot will be mailed to the address set forth in the application, no later than six days before the election. To obtain a ballot in person (applicant or his or her agent), the completed application must be delivered to the Office of the District Clerk no later than the day before the election, Monday, May 19, 2025. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by
the Office of the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection beginning May 15, 2025 in the office of the clerk between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM and will also be available on May 20, 2025.
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NOTICE that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the school district. Military voters who are qualified voters of the school district may submit an application for a military ballot. Military voters may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such registration, ballot application or ballot. Military voter registration application forms and military ballot application forms must be received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025. No military ballot will be canvassed unless it is returned by mail or in person and (1) received in the Office of the District Clerk before the close of the polls on election day and showing a cancellation mark of the United States postal service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States government; or (2) received by the Office of the District Clerk by no later than 5:00 p.m. on election day and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the register shall include (1) all qualified voters of the District who shall personally present themselves for registration; and (2) all previously qualified voters of the District who shall have been previously registered for any annual or special District meeting or election and who shall have voted at any
annual or special District meeting or election held or conducted any time within the last four calendar years (2021-2024) prior to preparation of the said register; and (3) voters permanently registered with the Board of Elections of the County of Nassau. The Register shall be filed in the office of the District Clerk of the School District at Uniondale High School, 933 Goodrich Street, Uniondale, New York, where it shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter between the hours of 9 AM and 4 PM on each of the five (5) days prior to the day set for the election, except Sunday, and between the hours of 9 AM and 12 noon on Saturday, May 15, 2025; and at each polling place on election day.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a Real Property Tax Exemption Report prepared in accordance with Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law will be annexed to any tentative/preliminary budget as well as the final adopted budget of which it will form a part; and shall be posted on the District bulletin board(s) maintained for public notices, as well as on the District’s website.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that description of the boundaries of the election districts as designated by the Board of Education is filed with the records of the School District and available for inspection by any qualified voter together with a map of the District, in the Office of the District Clerk at Uniondale High School, 933 Goodrich Street, Uniondale, New York, during regular business hours and that said election districts and the respective schools in each where the voting shall take place are generally described as follows: California Avenue School Election District – The area within the District beginning at a point on the east side of Grove Street at Commercial Avenue (not including any houses on Grove Street), south on Grove Street to Hempstead Turnpike; thence south along the district line (see district line list) to Jerusalem Avenue; then east on the north side of Jerusalem Avenue to Uniondale Avenue to Front Street; thence east on Front Street
Celebrating NCPD’s centennial
Thousands of residents lined the streets of Wantagh celebrate the Nassau County Police Department’s 100th anniversary with a street parade and block party.
The April 27 parade stepped off from the corner of Wantagh and Beltagh avenues and featured antique police cars, motorcycles, pipe bands and horses. A helicopter flyover and performances by live musicians added to the festivities as the parade made its way toward Beech Street and Park Avenue.
According to a news release from the office of Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, around 70,000 residents attended the celebration. The police department, the release stated, is part of why U.S. News & World Report
named the county as the safest in America in their 2024 report. Blakeman, the release added, plans to continue investing in local law enforcement to help keep residents safe.
“We appreciate the men and women who keep us safe each and every day and remember those who died in the line of duty protecting our beautiful and great County,” Blakeman said in a statement. “Residents of Nassau County love their Police Department. May God bless them all and God bless America.”
Following the parade, a block party took place on Railroad Avenue in front of Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall, where attendees enjoyed food, music, and activities throughout the evening.
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to Pamlico Avenue to the center of the intersection of Pamlico and Warwick Street; thence west to Walton Avenue; thence north on the west side of Walton Street to Hempstead Turnpike; thence west on Hempstead Turnpike to Oak Street; thence north on Oak Street to Commercial Avenue; thence west on Commercial Avenue to the point of beginning. Grand Avenue School Election District – The area within the District beginning at #585 Willis Street to Helena Drive, all numbers to Central Avenue #1012 to Willis Street #681 to Grand Avenue #1219 to Village Avenue #1218 to South Drive, all numbers to Fenimore Place, all numbers to School Drive #942 to Coes Neck Road #1185 to Notre Dame Court all numbers; thence north on Milburn Avenue to Harold Avenue; thence east on Harold Avenue to Nassau Road; thence northwest on the southwest side of Nassau Road to the western boundary of the District.
Northern Parkway
School Election District
– The area within the district beginning at Martin Avenue and Nassau Road west on the south side of Nassau Road to Northern Parkway; thence south on a line to the Southern State Parkway so as to include all of the houses on Nassau Road and west of Nassau Road; thence east along Southern State Parkway to Nassau Road; thence northwest on the west side of Uniondale Avenue to Jerusalem Avenue; thence west on the south side of Jerusalem Avenue to Perry Street; thence north on the west side of Perry Street to Cedar Street; thence west on the south side of Cedar Street to the District boundary line. Smith Street School Election District – The area within the District beginning at a point on the east side of Nassau Road where it crosses Southern State Parkway, northwest to the east side of Uniondale Avenue; thence north on the east side of Uniondale Avenue to Jerusalem Avenue; thence east
on the south side of Jerusalem Avenue to Winthrop Drive, to include Mitchell Place, continuing east on a line from Winthrop Drive to the District boundary line.
Walnut Street School Election District - The area within the District beginning at a point on the eastern boundary of the district, south of the end of Sterling Street on a line due south to the middle of Jerusalem Avenue; thence west on the north side of Jerusalem Avenue to Uniondale Avenue; thence north on the east side of Uniondale Avenue to Front Street; thence east on the south side of Front Street; thence north on the east side of Pamlico Avenue to the center of the intersection of Pamlico and Warwick; thence north on the east side of Walton to Hempstead Turnpike. Also including all of Mitch Field.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Board of Education shall hold a public hearing for the purpose of discussion of the expenditure of funds and the budgeting thereof for the year
2025-2026 on May 6, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the little theater of Uniondale High School. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that this Board shall convene a special meeting hereof within twenty-four hours after the filing with the District Clerk of a written report of the results of the ballot for the purpose of examining and tabulating said reports of the result of the ballot and declaring the result of the ballot; that the Board hereby designates itself to be a set of poll clerks to cast and canvass ballots pursuant to Education Law, § 2019a, subdivision 2b at said special meeting of the Board.
Dated: March 25, 2025 Uniondale, New York BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION, UNIONDALE, UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK
Sandra Edwards District Clerk
Uniondale Union Free School District 152530
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Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder tosses a Frisbee to children watching the parade.
Fixing things up downstairs
Q. Our basement is unfinished, and we plan to put in walls and a finished ceiling. We know we need an escape window, but what are your suggestions on other things, like the kind of ceiling? I’m thinking about just sheetrock, but what kind of access do you recommend for the pipes and wires I’ll need to get to?
A. There are many items to include in your thought process for finishing your basement. Mistakes are made, first, by ever assuming that the people doing the work know the laws.
The biggest problem I see is that the ceiling is just a little too low, that someone dropped the entire ceiling level just because of one pipe. The minimum ceiling height in the current code is 6 feet 8 inches clearance, with 6 feet 4 inches under the center beams, air ducts or soffits anywhere in the basement. Always leave access for shutoff valves, wiring connections, cleanouts and other controls.
If you need to move pipes that were installed without any care for your future use of the basement, move them. Piping should go around the perimeter of the basement, no matter what excuse you hear. Because of poor planning and even worse execution, pipes are the No. 1 problem, because someone thoughtlessly put them in a place that was good for them and not for you.
The ceiling finish can be sheetrock in the larger areas with perimeter “hung” track ceilings outfitted with removable ceiling tiles. Again, even those lowered perimeter and under-beam soffits need to be no less than 6 feet 4 inches above the floor. Tall firefighters need to avoid hitting their heads when they’re running though your smoke-filled basement to rescue you or your loved ones.
Although you know you need an escape well window or exterior door entry, placement of the well in some side or front yards can cause a code violation if it’s closer than allowed to a property line. Verify your setback requirements for your zone, and even confirm that with an official at your local building department.
Many jurisdictions require a permit with plans and inspections, so don’t forget these important requirements. There are so many people who are frustrated that their contractor didn’t tell them that they needed a permit, and even worse, that they now have a violation that requires reconstruction to pass inspections. Don’t be one of those people.
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opinions Battery storage is key to economic competitiveness
As a lifelong Long Islander, I’ve seen firsthand what happens when our energy system fails. I lived through Superstorm Sandy and helped lead recovery efforts in its aftermath — and I don’t need to remind those who went weeks without power and spent hours on gas lines that grid resilience isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a necessity — one we must urgently prioritize.
Unfortunately, more than a decade later, the challenge not only persists, but it’s more complex than ever. The surge in electric vehicles, the rise of data centers and the electrification of homes and businesses are pushing Long Island’s energy demand to unprecedented levels. This isn’t just about the next superstorm — it’s about how we power everyday life for families and small businesses right now. Our existing grid wasn’t designed for this kind of load, and without proactive investment, we risk higher costs, decreased reliability and a system stretched to its breaking point. And the pressure is mounting. The Long Island Power Authority anticipates a steep rise in electricity demand in the
As I fight tooth and nail for every dollar, every program, every piece of support that I can secure for my constituents, a clear pattern has emerged in the performance of Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman — one that it is marred by self-promotional pageantry, misplaced priorities and big promises that ultimately collapse.
The most recent example is the failure of the NYU Langone hospital project that was supposed to rise on the campus of Nassau Community College. When Blakeman introduced it, he billed it as a multibillion-dollar economic engine that would create thousands of jobs, deliver cutting-edge medical care and provide opportunities for our students.
When it was withdrawn in March, it became just another abandoned plan — another missed opportunity that could have changed lives and transformed our economy. Questions from the public and lawmakers have been met with a lack of
coming years. Storage will be key. Planned battery storage projects in Shoreham and Hauppauge are expected to deliver 129 megawatts of capacity, enough to power 25,000 homes once they’re operational in 2028. These aren’t theoretical solutions; they’re essential to keeping Long Islanders’ lights on. And they demonstrate that the public and private sectors can work together to address infrastructure challenges with innovative solutions.
important in ensuring that clean power doesn’t go to waste.
Without it, rising demand can trigger price volatility, hurting small businesses.
Battery energy storage systems are a smart response to this challenge. By storing excess energy during off-peak times and discharging it when demand peaks, these systems stabilize the grid without requiring massive infrastructure overhauls. They help prevent blackouts, curb price spikes, and improve efficiency. In short, they let us do more with what we already have, and that’s a win for everyone.
One of BESS’s most powerful features is its flexibility. It can store energy from any source — solar, wind, natural gas — and dispatch it where and when it’s needed most. This ability to smooth out fluctuations in supply and demand is crucial not just for stability, but also for affordability. And as more renewable sources come online, storage becomes even more
And we don’t have to look far to see BESS in action. On Long Island, Brookhaven recently approved two major battery storage projects that will add more than 300 megawatts of capacity to the grid. These facilities will store renewable energy when production is high and release it during peak usage — cutting costs, improving reliability and reducing emissions. As New York state accelerates its clean energy goals, battery storage projects like these will prove to be a critical tool for making our power system cleaner, smarter and more resilient. They also mean job creation and local investment, as the clean energy economy continues to grow.
Beyond environmental benefits, BESS has an economic upside. Without storage, rising demand can trigger price volatility, hurting working families and small business owners most. Battery storage helps keep costs predictable by reducing reliance on expensive “peaker” plants. And for high-tech industries like AI, data processing and advanced manufacturing, energy stability isn’t just a bonus — it’s a requirement for doing business. The long-term economic competitiveness of our region depends on
getting this right. Of course, safety must be top of mind. Modern battery storage systems are equipped with cutting-edge fire-prevention measures, modular designs and rigorous safety protocols. Proposed updates to fire codes will go even further, requiring comprehensive emergency planning and more frequent inspections. These systems aren’t just high-performing — they’re engineered to be safe and dependable, with oversight from both developers and local authorities.
If we want Long Island to stay competitive, battery storage must become a core part of our energy strategy. That means updating regulations to enable faster deployment, incentivizing private investment and supporting community engagement. Doing nothing is not an option. The longer we wait, the more vulnerable we become — not just to storms, but also to soaring costs and system failures. The future of energy here doesn’t hinge on simply generating more power — it depends on using the power we already have more wisely. Battery storage is the bridge between today’s strained grid and tomorrow’s resilient, affordable and sustainable energy future. Let’s not wait for the next storm or the next blackout to act. The time is now.
Sammy Chu is chairman of the U.S. Green Building Council-Long Island Chapter and chief executive officer of Edgewise Energy.
Nassau has little to show for Blakeman’s big promises
transparency, and no explanation.
Just up the road from NCC, you’ll find the Uniondale Hub, where Blakeman unsuccessfully chased a casino license. Whether you supported or opposed it, you couldn’t help but notice that the pursuit was fraught. The first time it went through the Legislature, the process was so flawed that a court made him start over. The project, with his promises of jobs and tax revenues, finally fell through, and billions of dollars in promised economic development and opportunities for union workers disappeared with yet another failed attempt to develop the Hub.
accounting for how the money was used.
The same can be said of the handling of the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup. After major portions of Eisenhower Park were closed for months, and there was the promise of an economic windfall, all Nassau got in return (from what we can tell so far) is major disruptions to the park’s operations, questions about whether taxpayers made a dime and, once again, no accountability.
H e favors political theater over policies that will address our serious issues.
Worse yet, the Blakeman administration blocked the use of project labor agreements to build the temporary stadium, squandering an opportunity to boost the livelihoods of local workers.
world-class burn center and lifesaving drug detox facilities, fails, it won’t just be a health care catastrophe — it will also be an economic earthquake. Working families will lose access to care, and thousands of jobs in the medical field could vanish overnight. Finger-pointing does not suffice as a strategy.
And let’s not forget the fundamentals: Blakeman passed a county budget that was so out of balance that it violated generally accepted accounting principles, and Nassau’s fiscal monitor forced him to fix it. The county’s most recent capital infrastructure plan was stalled for months because of Blakeman’s inexplicable refusal to fund more than $1 million in grants for first responders in Democratic districts, adding political rancor where there should be none.
These are not the only things that have vanished under this administration. Remember Blakeman’s plan to use $10 million in federal coronavirus recovery funds to promote himself under the guise of the county’s 125th-anniversary celebration? While families struggled to get back on their feet after the pandemic, his administration concluded that the best use for a significant portion of those funds was gala banquets, golf outings, fireworks and parades. Yet many of these events never happened, and there is little
The disrespect for labor is further exemplified in the treatment of CSEA employees and retirees, the backbone of our county workforce. They were promised affordable health care in exchange for their service. Instead, Blakeman gutted their benefits.
Then there’s the future of Nassau University Medical Center. Instead of delivering on promises to save the hospital, the administration has installed political cronies and further deepened the crisis. If NUMC, a Level 1 trauma center with a
As someone who is fighting to make things better for our communities, it is profoundly frustrating to pick up the pieces after an administration that prioritizes political theater over implementing policies that will address the most serious issues facing our communities. Nassau County deserves better than disappearing headlines. We deserve leadership that delivers.
Seth Koslow, who represents Nassau County’s 5th Legislative District, is the Democratic candidate for county executive.
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There should be nothing but support for law enforcement
in recent weeks I have been at a number of events sponsored by police organizations, including a gala honoring 100 years of the Nassau County Police Department. I also spoke at a meeting of the Long Island Shields, which comprises retired police and law enforcement officers from New York City’s five boroughs as well as Nassau and Suffolk counties. And I attended a news conference with County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Police Commissioner Pat Ryder, at which they announced the creation of a house of worship desk, and demonstrated how drones can be deployed within minutes of mass shootings at houses of worship to determine the precise location of the shooter.
I regularly attend NCPD briefings on possible terror threats on Long Island. This isn’t new for me, since for my final almost two decades in Congress after 9/11, both as chairman and as a member of the Homeland Security Committee, I worked very closely with the New York
City and Nassau and Suffolk police departments on counterterrorism strategies and resources. Unfortunately, I was also in Congress during the summer of 2020, when we saw massive demonstrations against the police, a number of which turned violent, and the coordinated effort to “defund the police.” Tragically, I have also attended too many funerals of cops who have been shot and killed in the line of duty.
Too many people take the police for granted, or in some cases are even anti-police.
I say all this because too many people too often take the police for granted, or in some cases even join or support the anti-police movement, focusing on inappropriate actions taken by the smallest minority of police while ignoring that no one does more than the men and women in blue to safeguard all of us while respecting the rights of everyone regardless of race, creed or national origin — all while putting themselves at great risk.
While I understand why everyday people, who are busy trying to make a living and provide for their families, can overlook the outstanding work cops are doing to protect us 24/7, I have little tolerance for elected officials who enact laws or implement policies to tie the
hands of the police or, even worse, turn against them when it suits their political purposes. Support for police shouldn’t be subject to the shifting political winds. It is hypocritical to see politicians who, just a few years ago, were riding the “defund the police” bandwagon, or saying nothing in defense of the police, now shamelessly demanding more funding for more police. Similarly hypocritical are those legislators who hailed themselves for passing “bail reform” now claiming they never intended it to put more criminals back on the streets.
Recent elections have shown that everyday Americans are rallying for the police and supporting policies best described as pro-law and order. For instance, most observers, Democrats and Republicans alike, would agree that Anne Donnelly was elected Nassau County district attorney over her much more well known opponent, State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, four years ago not just because of her decades-long career as a prosecutor, but because of Kaminsky’s previous outspoken support of cashless bail, which he unsuccessfully attempted to run away from during the campaign.
Similarly, the most obvious example of this growing pro-cop sentiment was Donald Trump’s election last fall. Trump ran on a clear pro-police, toughon-crime platform, moving many traditional Democrats to cross party lines to vote for him over the party they believed abandoned them.
I must admit that my support for the police is due in part to personal dealings I’ve had with members of law enforcement over the years, beginning with my father, who was in the NYPD for more than 30 years, and friends of mine who joined the NYPD and NCPD. There were also my close dealings with all levels of law enforcement — federal, state and local — in the years after 9/11, including the officers assigned to my security detail because of foreign and domestic threats against me.
But support for law enforcement must be based on more than personal or family friendships and relationships. Very basically, it is in all of our best interests to support the men and women who — often against the odds — put themselves at risk to protect our streets and communities. It’s also simply the right thing to do.
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
The lessons of the Holocaust are for everyone
Last week, millions of people of the Hebrew faith observed an event known as the Shoah. It is the Hebrew word for catastrophe or disaster, and it is frequently used to refer to the Holocaust, the deliberate killing of six million Jews by the Nazi regime. While not all of us pause to formally recognize this event, it is a painful reminder of man’s inhumanity to man, and deserves to be observed every year.
I am very much aware of the need to pause to remember the Holocaust, because many members of my immediate family were either innocent victims of the Nazi killing machine or managed to escape the horror. Despite the fact that many of my aunts and uncles were Holocaust survivors, there was rarely any discussion about their experiences, because they were too painful to recount.
Those members of my family who were survivors were blessed to live long lives even though they suffered greatly during the war. A few lived into their 90s, and my grandma Sarah lived to be 100. Some might say that for them, long life was a blessing, but I believe it was a testament to their willingness to be living examples of what they had seen so that we didn’t forget their ordeal, or the millions who didn’t survive.
At this point, I choose to write about my grandmother and my aunt Irene. On a few rare occasions, they put aside their reticence to tell us something about the horrible past. In the case of Irene, she spoke of how she had been sent to a concentration camp, along with her mother and sister. When they got there, a German soldier directed her mother and sister to go to one area, and Irene to another. After that moment, she said, she never saw them again, because their fate was sealed. Grandma Sarah had another story, but she never spoke of her confinement
M y Grandma Sarah never spoke of her confinement until her late 90s.
until her late 90s. We had been forced to put her in the Komanoff Pavilion, in Long Beach, due to her many physical needs. On the few occasions that we visited her, she told us that “they beat me last night.” She told us many other things that we knew she would never willingly reveal if she had control of her faculties. I share these stories out of my fear for where the world is going.
Recently there was an election in Germany. Before it, Vice President J.D. Vance decided to meet with the leaders of all of the nation’s political parties. He gave special support to the far right Alternative for Germany, or AfD, party, which has strong pro-Nazi leanings. Its platform has frightened the country, and Europe in general. Vance made a plea for the party to be recognized as a partner in future governments. His visit was totally unnecessary, and sent a message to bigots around the world that their antisemitism has the approval of a White House occupant.
We are currently hearing a great deal
of talk about antisemitism on college campuses as well as in the rest of America. Leaders of the Anti-Defamation League recently reported that there have been over 10,000 antisemitic incidents in the U.S. since the horrific tragedy of Hamas’s attack on Israel on Oct 7, 2023. It is believed to be the highest number of incidents ever recorded in a similar period since the ADL started tracking them in 1979.
History tells us that hate crimes don’t just single out one particular group. People of Italian, Irish, Chinese, Muslim and other backgrounds have suffered at the hands of wicked political leaders who strategically pick some group as their scapegoats. The observance of the Shoah is a stark reminder that, once again, these horror stories can be repeated, unless we are vigilant and willing to fight against hate in all forms. The forces of evil are always there waiting to strike, especially when we fail to ignore them.
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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Your Board of Education needs your attention
oWn Long Island and across New York state, incumbent trustees and new candidates for school district boards of education have submitted their petitions and are now on the ballot on May 20, when residents go to the polls to vote on their school budgets and capital improvement referendums, and elect their trustees.
For the next two and a half weeks, the candidates will hold forums with residents and plant lawn signs across their communities in an effort to keep their names in voters’ minds, as well as their stances on the districts’ spending plans.
While elected positions from village trustee to state legislator might appear more important and larger in scope, the decisions that shape our daily lives are frequently made on those school boards. And, from voters’ perspective, lifeimpacting decisions about where they choose to live are more often than not made based on where their children will go to school.
Quality public education not only prepares our children for bright futures, but also increases communities’ property values, attracts new residents, reduces crime and promotes social mobility.
For the 125 school districts in Nassau and Suffolk counties, boards of education, typically consisting of five to nine people, play a critical role in overseeing and shaping the educational system. Their responsibilities include creating a vision for the district, setting goals and
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establishing policies, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, and collaborating with administrators to help ensure the schools’ smooth operations. They must be accountable to the community, and offer regular, constructive public engagement.
Though trustees are volunteers, they are entrusted to guide the district and have a duty to represent their constituencies during their three-year terms. That includes being aware of, and understanding, the influence they wield.
All of the above are great reasons why you should care about your local school board: because its members represent the beating heart of civic responsibility, and because our schools deserve leadership that is not only competent and informed, but also reflective of and responsive to the communities they serve. Board trustees may have none of the glamour of state or national office holders, but the impact they have is often more immediate, and more personal. Their decisions don’t just affect students — they affect entire neighborhoods, in so many ways.
Residents have a responsibility to know who represents them and what those representatives stand for. That means researching school board candidates, attending their town halls, asking tough questions — making sure community concerns are heard — and judging the results with your vote. You can learn
Gillen’s ‘town hall’ wasn’t much of one
To the Editor:
U.S. Rep. Laura Gillen advertised a “Town Hall Meeting” on April 16. Sadly, it was nothing more than a performative press release with an audience. What a disappointment. and waste of her constituents’ time! A 30-minute presentation with no comments, feedback or questions from the audience.
While technically meeting the definition of a Q&A by reading pre-submitted — and perhaps prescreened — questions, Gillen answered them with superficial, pre-fabricated responses that, in some cases, matched exactly the column she wrote for the Heralds last month. We could have just stayed home and read our copy of the Herald!
Gillen told us why she chose which committees she wanted to serve on, her hope and plan to work in a bipartisan fashion, and her desire to reduce roadway deaths and dangers. She shared her reason for supporting the Laken Riley Act, which requires the Department of Homeland Security to detain illegal immigrants who commit certain crimes, but when there was criticism from the audience, the person was removed by security.
more about candidates before elections, and then their effectiveness as trustees, each week in the Herald.
nal, someone and deserves is far more
And anyone can run for their local school board. You don’t need a background in teaching, or a master’s in education policy, or to be working in a profession that has anything to do with either one. What you do need is a commitment to fairness, a willingness to listen and a passion for serving your community by providing its children with the highest-quality education possible.
Public education needs leaders who understand the complexities of modern classrooms and the myriad challenges faced by working families who have kids in school, and public servants who put the needs of students above special interests. That leadership doesn’t have to come from somewhere else. It can come from you. We need more residents to step forward — not for the prestige of being a trustee, but for the purpose.
At a time when trust in institutions is fragile and divisions run deep, school boards offer a rare opportunity to focus on unity and progress, where politics can — and certainly should — take a backseat to the shared goal of improving children’s lives.
So let this be a call not only to vote, but also to get involved. Attend meetings. Volunteer to help with a school activity. Speak up — ask questions. And if you’re ready to lead, step up. Our children are depending on us.
What was never touched on was the elephant in the room, the reason so many people wanted to attend the meeting: We are in crisis in this country, our rights are being overridden, the Consti-
tution trampled. The current administration is committing illegal acts in our name, “disappearing” people and shipping them to foreign countries where our tax dollars are used to keep them
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Not all immigrants are criminals
when we hear the term “illegal immigrant,” it’s easy to jump to the conclusion that the individual is a criminal, someone who has broken the law, and deserves punishment. But the truth is far more nuanced. For many immigrants, coming to the United States without legal documentation isn’t an act of criminality, but an act of survival — an effort to escape violence, political persecution or a situation so dire that the only option is to flee.
As the child of immigrants who fled El Salvador during its civil war in the late 1980s, I have a perspective that is shaped by personal experience and an understanding of the deeper human motivations behind these decisions.
My parents, both from El Salvador, arrived in the U.S. with nothing but hope and fear for their lives. They
understood the risks they were taking by entering this country without legal documentation, but the alternative was staying in a country where the government was killing its own people.
El Salvador’s civil war, which began in 1979, was marked by brutal violence, corruption and ruthless repression. The Salvadoran government, heavily supported by U.S. military aid, waged war against leftist insurgents and civilians it accused of being sympathetic to them. Throughout the conflict, military and paramilitary forces committed countless atrocities — massacres, forced disappearances and the destruction of entire villages. Thousands of innocent civilians were murdered or disappeared simply for being suspected of opposing the government.
wasn’t just about seeking a better life; it was about survival. It was about fleeing a government that viewed its citizens as expendable.
F or my parents, staying in El Salvador meant living in constant fear.
This is not to say that I support illegal immigration or that breaking the law should be excused. But I believe it’s essential to understand the perspective of those who make the difficult decision to flee their homeland. My parents did not come here to exploit the system or cause harm. They came to escape unimaginable violence, and to find a place where they could live without the constant threat of death.
the mechanic, my father was the only one in his family to leave, and he never got the chance to see his parents again. A few years ago, he and I stood at their graves for the first time — a painful reminder that the cost of leaving isn’t just physical, but deeply emotional and enduring. His journey wasn’t about breaking the law; it was about survival.
It’s easy to forget that behind every “illegal immigrant” label is someone with a story, and usually with pain, sacrifice and hope for a better future. These people don’t come here to break the law. They come to escape the laws and systems that were oppressing them. And for every immigrant like my father or that mechanic, there are countless others who face the same impossible decision every day.
For my parents, like many others, staying in El Salvador meant living in constant fear — fear of being killed, of losing loved ones, or of being caught in the crossfire of a war they had no part in starting. Their decision to leave
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detained without due process. Our confidential personal data is being taken by rogue invaders without any security clearance. Our Social Security, health care system and Medicaid are in grave danger. This was not addressed in Gillen’s “town hall.” The fear, concern and dissent were not acknowledged in any way.
While I guess we should be happy that at least there was a performance of a town hall, since so many legislators are totally ignoring their constituents, and in fact hiding from them, this event was barely better. She can and should do better!
LINdA ROBERTSON West Hempstead
New chief program officer at United Cerebral Palsy-LI
To the Editor:
United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island would like to introduce Robin Lane as the organization’s first-ever chief program officer.
A dedicated member of the UCP-LI family since 1993, Lane has over 35 years of experience providing services to people with disabilities.
“Robin’s career with UCP is a testament to her unwavering dedication, passion and leadership,” Colleen Crispino, president and CEO of UCP-LI, said. “Her promotion is not only well-deserved, but also a natural progression for someone who has made such a lasting impact on our organization and the people we serve.”
My father eventually found work managing an apartment complex in Roslyn, contributing to society, paying taxes, and respecting the country that took him in, belying the false narrative that immigrants don’t pay taxes or contribute to the economy.
My parents’ story is far from unique. Not long ago, I met a mechanic who had fled Venezuela to escape violence — just as my father had decades earlier. Like
Lane began her journey with UCP-LI as a residential manager, and has held various leadership roles in the program, including associate director. Her most recent position was director of quality management and corporate compliance. In that role she had the responsibility for incident management, quality assurance and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
As chief program officer, Lane will oversee the planning, development, and management of all program areas, including adult day services, the Children’s Center, residential services, and a wide range of family support programs.
She will also serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, where she plays an integral role in strategic planning, systems development and program innovation.
“I am honored and excited to step into the role of chief program officer,” Lane said. “UCP has been my professional home for over three decades, and I am deeply committed to advancing our mission, supporting our dedicated staff, and continuing to provide the highest quality services to the individuals and families we serve.”
Lane earned a bachelor’s degree in health policy and administration from Pennsylvania State University and a graduate degree from Stony Brook University.
For more information about UCP of Long Island and its programs, visit UCP-li. org.
JILLIAN CAVALIERI
Community relations specialist, UCP of Long Island
So, I ask: If you were living in a country where your government was killing its own people, where staying meant a likely death, would you remain and accept your fate, or would you flee in search of safety? Would you risk breaking the law for a chance at survival?
Hernesto Galdamez is editor of the Baldwin Herald.
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