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Phase One Of The North Hempstead Beach Park Project Begins BY JULIE PRISCO

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he Town of North Hempstead is set to begin Phase One of the Beach Park Project with shoreline restoration. Supervisor Judi Bosworth, before her departure from the role at the start of 2022, and the town board announced the first phase of the North Hempstead Beach Park renovation. New York State Senator Anna Kaplan is working with the town of North Hempstead to secure funding for this portion of the project. With the help of New York State Senator Kaplan, the town will be provided with $1,050,000 in grant funding for phase one of the project. Supervisor Bosworth acknowledged the generous grant Senator Kaplan secured and said, “I want to sincerely thank Senator Kaplan for providing significant funding to support the first phase of this extraordinary project.” The shoreline restoration of phase one will re-establish aquatic habitat that has been lost and strengthen the environment to protect against erosion in the future. “After many years of visioning, public participation, planning, and designing, we are extremely proud to announce that the first phase of the North Hempstead Beach Park renovation project is in the permitting phase, as we work to transform this space into a destination for residents to learn, live, and play for generations to come,” said Supervisor Bosworth. Once the permits are approved the town’s department of Public Works will be working with engineering consultants, Savik and Murray, to finalize plans for bidding purposes. According to the final advisory committee presentation that took place in January of 2019, the shoreline restoration that will take place in phase one will use rip-rap to preserve the shorelines. Rip-rap is a human made structure consisting of rocks that are constructed to protect shorelines from erosion. Using rip-rap not only limits shore erosion, it also is a very natural looking solution to maintain the aesthetics of the park. The presentation also includes the use of tidal wetland areas along the riprap edge. Tidal wetlands are flat areas where vegetation, that survives regular flooding by the tides, grows. The addition of tidal wetlands provides

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the necessary wildlife habitat and the Beach Park renovation, the shoreline preservation that phase one year-round restaurant will be on the will be focusing on. coast and feature a cozy fire pit. Other Phase one is just the start of the big amenities mentioned in the presenplans the Town of North Hempstead tation include an adult fitness zone, has mapped out for the renovation of kayak storage, and a water play area Beach Park. For two years, the for children. A waterfront esplanade town has received public that provides shared bikefeedback on what they way, walkway and seating want to see at the new for visitors is going to be Beach Park, during constructed along the which the town shore of Hempstead The time has come to Harbor. The presencreated a plan. make investments for tation of the plans “The cumulative the future. vision for the entire states that the shared – Senator Anna Kaplan pathway for pedestrian renovation project is truly transforand bike use will be 16 mative, with features feet and create a 5K loop including a year-round along the shore of the park. restaurant and outdoor “Families have been makcafe, a performance stage, seasonal ing treasured memories at North ice-skating rink, sledding hill, Hempstead Beach Park for generavolleyball, horseshoes, bocce court, tions, but the time has come to make ping pong, a soccer and baseball field, investments for the future and create climbing wall, BMX bike track, game the kind of new amenities that our tables, swings, pickle ball courts,” said neighbors will enjoy for generations Supervisor Bosworth. “As well as the to come,” said Senator Kaplan. With conversion of eight acres of parking, the many provisions coming to Beach which includes 675 parking spaces, Park, the space will continue to be into green spaces.” a destination for family and friends In the detailed presentation of seeking fun.

“When Supervisor Bosworth shared the community’s vision for the future with me, and asked for help financing the park’s transformation, I was thrilled to support the effort by securing a $1,050,000 grant from the State of New York so that our community can have the beautiful and vibrant park that they deserve,” said Senator Kaplan. “I applaud Supervisor Bosworth and every member of the community who came together during the visioning process for this transformative project and look forward to continuing to support the effort through completion.” The vision for the renovation of Beach Park contains many updates that will re-mold the park into a place for people of all ages to enjoy. To view the ideas for designing the renovated North Hempstead Beach park, www.northhempsteadny.gov/ nhbpvisioning

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‘Keep Politics Out Of Town Hall’

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Message from new North Hempstead supervisor at inaugural BY FRANK RIZZO

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he changing of the guard took place last week in North Hempstead. Supervisor Jen Desena, Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava and councilmembers Robert Troiano and Dennis Walsh took their oaths of office at Clinton G. Martin Park in New Hyde Park on Jan. 2. New Councilman David Adhami was ill and could not attend. Except for Troiano, all are Republicans swept in during a “Red Wave” on Election Day. It was the first elective office for DeSena, a registered Democrat who ran on the Republican and Conservative lines. She beat political veteran and Town Clerk Wayne Wink to replace Judi Bosworth, who retired. Among those in attendance who spoke and/or swore in the candidates were Attorney General Letitia James (Troiano), former state Senator Jack Martins (Walsh), County Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello (DeSena), County Executive Bruce Blakeman and New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli of Thomaston. New County Comptroller Elaine Phillips of Flower Hill was mistress of ceremonies and in her opening remarks she looked at DeSena and told her, “It’s up to you and the entire council to demonstrate that bipartisan government can work and show that you will all put the needs of the people over politics. We are all watching you and we are all wishing you the very best (applause).” In her address, DeSena praised outgoing Supervisor Bosworth, Town Clerk Wink and councilmembers Lee Seaman, Viviana Russell and Angelo Ferrara. “Thank you for the work that you’ve done for the town and for leaving your indelible mark on our community,” DeSena said. “I want to especially thank Judi Bosworth for serving our town honorably and faithfully as supervisor and for many years of service as a county legislator and school board trustee. Thank you, Judi, for selflessly giving of yourself for public service.” DeSena also thanked the numerous civic associations and organizations “who join with me to help address the problems in our town, especially the Greater Council of Manhasset Civic Associations, the Chinese American

County Comptroller Elaine Phillips swears in North Hempstead Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava. (Town of North Hempstead)

a 4-3 edge on the council, DeSena affirmed, “Anyone who knows me knows that I value teamwork, compromise and finding a common ground to do the most good. I must take that spirit into my tenure as supervisor. I look forward to working together in a bipartisan manner to serve the public interest.” The new supervisor hoped to make the government work better by conducting a thorough review of its operations, and to “streamline the top-heavy town management, cut wasteful spending and bring efficiency to a government known for dragging its feet on even simple matters.” She concluded, “I ran for public office for many reasons. I believe the local government can and should safeguard our quality of life, be proactive in fostering economic growth and operate in an open, honest and transparent way. These will be hallmarks of my administration. My number one priority going forward is to make my administration the best it can be while putting our residents first.”

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Newly sworn-in Supervisor Jen DeSena acknowledges the applause as Nassau County Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello looks on. (Photo by Frank Rizzo)

Association of North Hempstead and the Saint Vincent De Paul Society.” She expressed her gratitude to county Republican Chairman Joe Cairo and Conservative Party Chairman Danny Donovan Jr. and all the countless volunteers who helped her tirelessly during the campaign. “I’m truly honored and humbled to have received such support from my fellow residents,” DeSena said. “I’m excited to begin working to move North Hempstead forward and address the many challenges this town government is faced with. On Election Day our residents spoke loud and clear and they’re demanding more efficient government and greater accountability for the taxpayers. This will be the hallmark of my administration. I’ve been working diligently to build a leadership team that is

committed to immediately getting to work to put town taxpayers first and make North Hempstead more accountable to its residents.” She added, “For too long, North Hempstead Town Hall has been riddled with political discord and staff infighting. Politics has been placed ahead of our taxpayers and town services have suffered as a result. There is no denying it. That ends today. As of today, partisan party politics no longer has a place in town hall. It simply cannot, especially when the best interests of our taxpayers are at stake.” She pledged to remove politics from the fray and restore government to the taxpayers, putting them first, she said to applause. Holding out an olive branch to the Democratic majority, which holds

Blakeman, in his remarks, stated, “Remember that 90 percent of the stuff that we do is unanimous in local government. The 10 percent of the time when we disagree? Sometimes we just are going to have to agree to disagree.” Of DeSena he said, “In her you have someone who has the strength, the will and the compassion to lead this great town. I’m sure that Jen is going to do a terrific job. Her heart is in the right place. She’s a hard worker and I want to congratulate you on what I know will be a great start as Town of North Hempstead supervisor.” DiNapoli began by praising Phillips, his fellow overseer of government spending, and assured the assembled that she would do a great job. He joked that he had lost races for both town council and supervisor in North Hempstead and told the Attorney General Letitia James, “Tish, I’ve had a checkered past before I got to the state (laughter.)” The comptroller drew loud cheers and applause when he pronounced, “The polarization and division that we see at the national level we cannot let it happen here. Let’s draw strength

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Community Chest Names New Executive Director

he Community Chest of Port Washington today announced that non-profit veteran and Port Washington resident Robert Keller was named Executive Director, effective Jan. 3. Community Chest, a Port Washington non-profit grant making organization, provides funding to local charities that help Port Washington residents. Keller joins the Community Chest with extensive non-profit and foundation management experience, most recently as Executive Director for National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI), the Queens/Nassau chapter. Prior to that, he was President of the National Grid Foundation, an organization focused on grant making and developing partnerships with local non-profit organizations throughout New York, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. “I am thrilled to join the Community Chest as its new Executive Director and look forward to building on its incredible record of care and support for the people and

non-profits of Port Washington,” said Keller. “I am genuinely impressed with all the Chest has done for Port Washington, and I can’t wait to help this organization continue to meet the evolving needs of our community.” According to Drew Hershkowitz, president of the Community Chest Board, “Bobby is the ideal professional to help us build on our rich history of service to the nonprofit community. With his help, I believe that events like our Thanksgiving Day run, initiatives like our COVID-19 relief fund and grants to more than 25 non-profits will continue to bring our community together as we emerge from the pandemic.” Keller has served on numerous non-profit boards, including Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s Corporate Advisory Board, Project GRAD Long Island, the Cradle of Aviation and the Long Island Works Coalition, to name a few. The Community Chest is a non-profit organization whose mission is to raise funds for distribution

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INAUGURATION from page 4 from this wonderful community, a community of talented and caring people who know how to pull together and make a difference. And so my hope for the new supervisor and the town board is that the same spirit will permeate everything that you do because as Bruce Blakeman said, when it comes to town government, it’s closest to the people and it’s where party labels shouldn’t matter. We truly have to all work together.” Nicolello, before administering the oath of office to the incoming supervisor, said that she exemplified “the uniquely American ideal and that is a citizen who looks at what’s happening in their town and wishes to run for one simple purpose: They want to serve the community. Someone who is not a politician, looking to be elected to one office [as a stepping-stone to higher ones]. She ran for all the right reasons. She has a passion for doing the right thing. She ran a dignified and focused campaign and she did not run a negative campaign.”

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Phillips swore in Srivastava, a resident of Manhasset Hills who emigrated from India in 2001. She ran unsuccessfully for the New York State Assembly in 2020 and for the North Hempstead

County Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello greets New York State Attorney General Leticia James. (Photo by Frank Rizzo) Town Council in 2019. “I’m humbled and I’m grateful,” she said. “The one thing that this great nation has given to me and to thousands of people like me is hope. Hope that no matter what circumstances you’re coming from, you can achieve your

dream here. You can do great things here if you are doing good things.” She added, “This is the magic of this great nation and I believe in the magic of the United States of America (applause).” Srivastava promised to keep the trust

the electorate placed in her, adding, “There’s so many people who worked really hard for me to get here. To all of you I say you are all standing here with me today and thank you from the bottom of my heart.” She thanked her husband for sharing her dreams and Chairman Cairo for believing in her. After praising what she called “an amazing group of candidates,” Srivastava concluded, “Now we have to work together as one team with one single objective— to make things better for the people of our town. To make sure that there is efficiency and that there is transparency and accountability so that you get the best quality of life, you get the best value for your tax dollars and you get the best services that you deserve.” To comment on this story, email frizzo @antonmediagroup.com

Democratic Majority Responds

“On Sunday, Supervisor DeSena had an opportunity to serve as a uniting force, but she chose instead to once again spread divisive misinformation. As part of the town board, alongside Supervisor Bosworth, we have ensured that North Hempstead ran more efficiently and effectively than ever before. The level of transparency in town government over the past several years is truly unparalleled. The Town’s leadership team is extraordinarily proud of its track record of balanced budgets, our Aaa bond rating, and exceptional quality of life services and initiatives. Looking forward in 2022, the town board majority vows to remain focused on what really matters to the residents of North Hempstead. We will be unveiling our list of priorities in the coming days.” —Town Councilmember Mariann Dalimonte

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Town Requests Extension For First Half General Tax Payments

orth Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Receiver of Taxes Charles Berman, and members of the Town Board have aggressively advocated on behalf of town residents by urging New York State Governor Kathy Hochul to extend the deadline for payment of the first half of the 2022 General Taxes. The request comes as the town pursues various options to provide financial relief to residents and businesses during these challenging times. Currently, the final day to pay without interest or penalty is Feb. 10, 2022. In a letter written to Governor

Hochul, Supervisor Bosworth requested the deadline be pushed to March 10, 2022. “We are asking the Governor to extend the deadline to March 10, 2022, as the latest date allowable for paying taxes without interest or penalty,” said Supervisor Bosworth. “We believe this extra time will be helpful to individuals who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.” Online tax payment information is shown on the reverse side of your bill. Online payments may be made by check (ACH) or credit card at: northhempsteadny.gov/tax-payments. A

$2.00 processing fee for online check payments will apply. If paying with an online check through your bank, please schedule the payment at least ten days prior to the deadline and be sure to include your account number (located in the upper right-hand corner of the tax bill), bill number and/or your section, block and lot. The online credit card payment processing fee will remain at 2.35 percent of the tax amount per transaction. New York General Municipal Law requires people paying their property taxes by credit card to also pay the fees associated with

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the payment transaction. The town receives no portion of the service fee–that fee is retained by the payment processing vendors. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Mastercard, Discover, or Visa. When paying in person, you may pay your bill at 200 Plandome Rd., Manhasset, NY 11030, during normal business hours, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. (The office is not open on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays). Please bring your entire bill with you when paying in person. —Submitted by the town of North Hempstead

North Hempstead Spotlights White + One Part of “Lift Up Local” Small Businesses Recovery Campaign Former Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Council Member Mariann Dalimonte, and the Town Board are proud to feature White + One in the Town’s Small Business Spotlight initiative, which is designed to profile our local businesses and promote the goods and services they provide. White + One is located at 309 Main St. in Port Washington, and offers retail home decor, interior design, drapery and upholstery. For more information about White + One give them a call at 516-767-2698. —Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

Town To Hold Remote Board Of Zoning Appeals Hearings North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board announced that the Town’s Board of Zoning Appeals will begin holding its hearings remotely via video conference due to the Omicron variant and the spike in COVID-19 cases in New York State and Nassau County. The virtual meetings are being held to protect public health and reduce the spread of COVID-19. As such, residents are reminded that the Town Board room will not be open to the public, and there will be no in-person access to the meeting.

Supervisor DeSena noted, “The protection of public health and safety are paramount and as infection rates go up at a staggering pace during this winter surge due to the Omicron variant, the town is transitioning these Board of Zoning Appeals meetings to be remotely held through Zoom.” The meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022, is being adjourned to Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 and will be held remotely via Zoom video conference. The Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022 meeting will also be held virtually. New York State Governor Kathy

Hochul signed legislation in the beginning of September 2021 to permit virtual public meetings to reduce the spread of the Delta variant. Any member of the public who wishes to participate in an appeal hearing may do so by following the Zoom link posted on the town’s website. Those who have questions regarding the hearing or wish to submit written comments or questions regarding a particular item on the calendar may contact the board at: bzadept@northhempsteadny. gov. Written comments are accepted by email up to 60 minutes prior

to the hearing. Timely comment submissions will be made part of the record. The full list of cases for this calendar may be obtained at www. northhempsteadny.gov. The hearing will be transcribed, and a copy of the transcript will be made available on the town website. The hearing will also be live streamed. Live streaming can be accessed at: www.northhempsteadny.gov/townboardlive. Residents are encouraged to call 516-869-6311 or 311 with any questions. —Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

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n an earlier age, they might have tabbed Bruce Blakeman as the Harold Stassen of Nassau County politics. Stassen (1907–2002) was known for running unsuccessfully for president and other elected offices over the decades. Similarly, Blakeman fell short in three previous bids for executive offices since the 1990s. The 66-year-old Atlantic Beach resident and legislative veteran finally fulfilled his ambition when he upended incumbent Democrat Laura Curran in November. His victory was part of a red wave as Republicans swept all four countywide elective offices and even scored triumphs in the Democratic stronghold of North Hempstead. Asked by Anton Media Group about what seemed like an uphill battle, Blakeman replied, “I fully expected to win. I never lost confidence. I wouldn’t have campaigned that hard or worked that hard for seven months if I didn’t think I was going to win.” He added, “I think a lot of people liked Laura. She was a very likeable person. But I think that basically people were very upset about the reassessment. They were upset about high taxes. And they were upset about issues regarding crime her party was responsible for.” The assessment, taxes and crime were Blakeman’s themes in his inaugural speech after being sworn in by his wife Segal at the Cradle of Aviation Museum on Jan. 3. County Clerk Maureen O’Connell and Comptroller Elaine Phillips also took their oaths of office. WOR radio personality Mark Simone served as emcee on a stage filled with politicians, including congressmen Andrew Garbarino (R–Sayville) and Tom Suozzi (D–Glen Cove), Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello, former Senator Alphonse D’Amato, former Congressman Peter King, all Republicans, and Hempstead Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby and state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, both Democrats. “This is a great day for Nassau County,” Garbarino said. “Our residents sent a message loud and clear. They want safer communities, lower taxes and get back to living our normal lives. They’re ready for strong Republican leadership here in Nassau County.” DiNapoli congratulated all the winning candidates, singling out “the women from North Hempstead,” O’Connell and Phillips. He noted that he shared Mineola roots with O’Con-

heavy-handed manner “by curtailing important constitutional rights such as the right of a patient and their physician to make important health care decisions.” Going against the health care consensus and the county’s double-digit COVID infection rates, Blakeman asserted, “Nassau County is not in crisis. Our hospital admissions are rising, but at a manageable and predictable rate. Our death rates are low and stable compared to where we were nine months ago.” He added, “Reason and common sense must supplant hysteria. For that reason, I will not enforce the state mask mandate in this county, but I will lobby Albany to keep our kids in school and not force them to wear Gathering at the swearing-in were, from left, former Congressman Peter King, masks.” (Applause) County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Clerk He declared that “Nassau County is Maureen O’Connell and Nassau County Republican Chairman Joe Cairo. open for business. Economic Devel(Office of County Executive) opment and job creation will be a priority for my administration. As well nell, a registered nurse who had given problems after the pandemic. I look as cutting red tape that burns valuable forward to partnering with you any his father Nicholas the flu shot. He praised Blakeman for carrying on way that I can at the state level. The re- time and money of those who invest in our county.” ality is, for New York State to succeed, despite his electoral ups and downs— Blakeman promised to fix what he we need Nassau County to succeed.” including a failed run for state compcalled the broken assessment system In his remarks, Blakeman affirmed, troller in 1998. he inherited from Curran, whose “Starting today, Nassau is nor“The position is up again reassessment after the rolls had been mal again. We’ve seen the this year. (Pause) I just ravages of the COVID-19 frozen for nearly a decade caused want to make clear widespread unhappiness as many pandemic, but we can that it’s not available,” homeowners saw their valuation— no longer be afraid. DiNapoli joshed, Nassau County is not Yes, we still have and taxes—go up dramatically. drawing laughter. “I in crisis. Reason and “It’s broken and we will fix it,” he challenges, but they know you’re off to a are manageable. First, said to applause. common sense must good start and you He also pledged to keep taxes low we will continue to did very well and supplant hysteria. while providing the highest quality encourage and support all.” —Nassau County Executive service to residents and to fight Albafree vaccinations, free The comptroller Bruce Blakeman ny to curtail unfunded state mandates testing and a common then asked county GOP sense approach to minimiz- that burden the county and other Chair Joe Cairo “To make ing health risks and danger while governments. sure [Blakeman] keeps his day Blakeman welcomed new District recognizing that the economic and sojob for a while.” Attorney Anne Donnelly and said he cial consequences must be considered Turning serious, he stated, “Bruce, will join with her “and our law enforcewhen managing this pandemic.” we want to make sure you succeed, ment professionals to go to Albany and He drew applause when he stated because when you succeed Nassau demand the repeal of the bail reform that government should not act in a County succeeds. There’s a lot of act. [It gives] criminals more rights than victims. Enough is enough.” Blakeman PolFile He concluded, “In Nassau County, • Councilmember, Town of Hempstead, 1993-1995, 2015-2021 we celebrate our differences while re• Deputy Supervisor, Town of Hempstead, 2018-19 taining our common values. My vision • Presiding Officer, Nassau County Legislature, 1996-1999 for Nassau County is for us to become • Candidate, United States House of Representatives, District 4, 2014 the most exciting and vibrant place • Candidate, United States Senate, 2010 to live, not just in America but in the • Candidate, New York State Comptroller, 1998 world. We will dare to be bold. We will • Commissioner for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey leave no community behind. We will from 2001 to 2009, overseeing major airports, bridges, tunnels, ports embrace every diversity and respect and facilities across the metropolitan area all of our residents. Nassau County is • Born in Oceanside, grew up in Valley Stream normal again and we will be greater • Graduate of Arizona State University and California Western School than ever.” of Law • Attorney admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, New York and New Jersey courts, the United States Court of What did you think of this Appeals, Fourth Circuit, and the United States District Courts, Southarticle? Share your thoughts with me by email at: frizzo@ ern and Eastern Districts of New York antonmediagroup.com

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January 6th: Then And Now

BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO

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hen rioters stormed the United States Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, a joint session of Congress was assembled to count electoral votes certifying President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. A number of local officials were on hand that day including Congresswoman Kathleen Rice and Congressmen Tom Suozzi, Lee Zeldin and freshman Andrew Garbarino. In an interview conducted last year roughly two weeks after the insurrection, Garbarino shared his experience of having already been told to stay in his office, lock the door and stay quiet. “When people asked if it was as bad as it was on TV, I said it was worse,” he explained. “You had a lot of people there demonstrating for whatever reason they

Congressman Andrew Garbarino believed and you had a couple of hundred people who turned the whole thing into an attack on the Capitol. It’s sad, because these tens of thousands of other people just wanted to be heard. And now, they won’t be, because the assault on the Capitol tainted every concern they had. That’s who I feel bad for—the people who wanted somebody to listen to them.

They wanted to be heard. And now, they’ll forever be tainted with this.” In a separate interview, Rice recalled being “...barricaded in an office with a colleague just one floor below where the rioters broke in on the west side...there were insurrectionists in the building...I didn’t realize that some of them had maps, how to get to certain offices, get to the House and Senate floor. I’m forever grateful to the Capitol police.” While Zeldin never shared his first-hand experience, he did release a statement later that day stating, “This should never be the scene at the U.S. Capitol... There must be zero tolerance for violence in any form.” Suozzi was in the House Gallery when insurrectionists arrived and recalled, “A mob storm[ing] the Capitol, [breaking] down doors, [making] death threats and for a time being, put[ting] our

democracy on pause.” In the aftermath, Congress reconvened to certify the election results, five people died and 138 officers were injured. Trump was impeached a second time and a year after the insurrection, a select committee appointed by House Majority Leader Nancy Pelosi made up of Democrats along with two Republicans—Adam Kinzinger and Liz Cheney—is conducting an investigation. Requests for comment from the Garbarino and Zeldin offices on the one-year anniversary of the insurrection went unanswered as of press time. Suozzi’s public statement included, “One year since that day, the work to uncover and hold accountable those who enabled the January 6 attack continues. The stakes are too high. We cannot allow the January 6 attack on the Capitol to fade into the memories of the American people.”

Rice responded directly to the Anton Media Group with the following statement. “One year ago, domestic terrorists attempted to violently overturn a free and fair election. They failed. Today we thank the U.S. Capitol Police, DC Metro Police and other law enforcement officers who protect us every day. I hope all 147 of my colleagues who voted to overturn the results are able to reflect on how their decision put those officers in jeopardy. We also thank the bipartisan January 6 Committee for its work to find out who instigated the attack, who failed to stop it and who continues to cover it up. We owe it to the American people to find out which of their elected leaders is trying to subvert our democracy.” To comment on this story, email dgilde rubio@antonnews.com

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Glen Cove Residents Question At-Home Testing Kits At BOE Meeting BY NATALIA VENTURA

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n Wednesday, Jan. 6, Glen Cove residents voiced their questions and concerns at a virtual Board of Education (BOE) meeting regarding the increased COVID-19 cases, and how the school district plans on handling the situation. Superintendent Dr. Maria Rianna reassurred majority of the residents about the precautions and steps the district is doing to ensure the safety of the staff, students and families. The distribution site for an at-home testing kit has been moved to the district office, which can be picked up from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. if a family has not obtained a testing kit according to Rianna. “On the box, most of them indicate a January 2022 expiration date. We have spoken to the Governor’s office in regard to that, as well as to Nassau BOCES who received these tests and distributed them to us. From what we are told, the FDA has indicated that those tests are valid for use until the end of April,” stated Rianna. “We will be meeting with the Governor’s office again indicating that we did not have this information in advance of obtaining the tests, and we would like to be assured that that is accurate. But to date, that is what we’ve been told.” The current number of testing kits received are based on last year’s enrollment. An updated number of enrollment has been presented to the Governor’s office, resulting in potentially receiving more testing kits at a currently unknown time. “Originally, the intent was to distribute these to all the districts in New York, and be able to utilize them before returning back from the holiday. Unfortunately, we did not receive any on Long Island until sometime either Friday or Saturday. Then distribution began, which did not allow all districts to pick up in time for distribution before Jan. 3,” continued Rianna. If your child has been exposed, or displaying any symptoms, it is advised to complete a PCR test even if the results of the at-home testing kit is positive. This would ensure the accuracy of the at-home kit, and the specific follow-up that needs to be done for the child. Your child will have the availability to access the classroom instructions, and

Virtual BOE meeting answers questions and concerns of Glen Cove residents. (Photo by Natalia Ventura)

out to all the students and families assignments online. that are affiliated with that route.” “I want to thank the police, the Glen Cove resident Cortney highway department, and a number Capasso expressed her concern of of district employees that sat out in how trustworthy the test is if the FDA the cold to distribute these the other night. I want to thank many of the par- did not manufacture the product. In response Rianna stated, “This is ents who dropped us a note that said what they’ve given us, and we will be they felt it was very well organized, it talking to the Governor’s office again was fluid, it moved quickly, and they and asking for further information.” appreciate the character, the smiles, BOE trustee Angela Raimo and the good-will of all also responded to those involved. I thank Capasso’s concern. the community for “My understandunderstanding ing was it’s this was an supposed overwhelmOn the box, most of them indicate to be used ing task, a January 2022 expiration date. more like a and the screening We have spoken to the Governor’s staff who tool. So if gave office in regard to that, as well as to it’s positive, additional Nassau BOCES who received these that’s hours tests and distributed them to us. a good for the From what we are told, the FDA has indicator distribuindicated that those tests are valid that you are tion,” said for use until the end of April. positive but Rianna. — Superintendent Dr. Maria Rianna if it’s negative, Every it’s not necesmorning the sarily negative and school district gets you should get a PCR if notified if there will be you are questioning the results enough bus drivers to run all either way.” the routes. “I don’t anticipate issues Another concern raised by Capasso at this point in time, but I know that is how the school district plans on surrounding districts have had some addressing mental health issues that concerns as well,” said Rianna. “You remote learning causes on students. will get a robocall for that bus route “When we are made aware that a if we are told that bus is having difficulty making the route or not going to student is not doing well or has the make it at all. As soon as we are made issue with any type of remote learning, we have been able to provide aware, we would send information

interventions. We have hired a number of mental health workers this year, and that is exactly what we utilize them for. If your child is having issues, we will continue to support that child and provide services accordingly,” responded Rianna. Glen Cove resident Michelle Perone questioned if there is a number of cases that need to be reached to determine it has become unsafe to have the children in school. Rianna replied, “It’s not a number; it’s the type of absences that we’re having. It differs slightly in each building, but we are trying to do our best. I can’t give the actual magic number because it’s different in each building, and we have different sized staff in each building.” Capasso also questioned the district’s stance on our unelected governor’s push for children to be vaccinated in order to receive public education. “At this point in time, we are not advocating for it to be a mandate because of the concerns that have been brought up,” Rianna responded. The school district does not require a doctor’s note or negative result after your child has completed the required quarantine period. After the two-week quarantine period from when your child first tested positive, you can still produce a positive result up to 90 days. What did you think of this story? Share it with me at nventura@ antonmediagroup.com

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Friends Of The Bay Deploys Kelp Cultivation Lines In Oyster Bay

riends of the Bay (FOB) has deployed several lines of kelp spores to cultivate kelp as a sustainable means of supporting the environment and the economy of Oyster Bay. Placing the lines in two areas of Oyster Bay on Sunday, Dec. 29, was part of a project with the Moore Family Charitable Foundation and its Lazy Point Farms LLC. The kelp spores on the lines will grow into a brown seaweed known colloquially as “sugar kelp” that will continue to grow throughout the winter and be harvested next May. FOB will be responsible for managing the two cultivation sites, collecting data on the growth and condition of the kelp, and water-quality monitoring. The Moore foundation is supporting the effort with a $2,000 donation to FOB. Mitch Kramer, owner of TowBoatU.S. in Oyster Bay and FOB vice president, provided one of his boats, and he, employee Nick Casella and two volunteers, Leo Imperial and his 15-year-old son James, deployed the kelp lines. The materials from Lazy Point Farms were delivered to Oyster Bay from West Sayville by David Gugerty, a state Supreme Court justice from Bayville, who has been involved in kelp-growing experiments in the village for several years. Kramer said the kelp spores came affixed to cotton

Heather Johnson said. “With kelp being grown at other locations on Long Island, it will be interesting to see all the results.” Wendy Moore, president of the foundation and executive director of Lazy Point Farms, commented that “we are grateful for the chance to support Friends of the Bay’s interest in growing sugar kelp as part of their program. We think sugar kelp has the potential to benefit Long Island communities in so many ways.” Sugar kelp is gaining recognition as a sustainable aquaculture crop that can provide nutritional as well as commercial and economic benefits. It is a winter crop that can be grown in the same areas leased by shellfish growers. It requires no chemicals or fertilizer to grow and provides important ecosystem services including the removal of excess nutrients Kelp lines deployed in Oyster Bay by Friends of and carbon dioxide from the surrounding waters in the Bay. (Photo by Leo Imperial) addition to providing a safe environment for fish and other small marine organisms. strings that are wrapped around a cylinder “like a Once the kelp is harvested, it can be used as a spool of kite string.” The rope on which the kelp is food source, a fertilizer, to make packaging materials grown is fed through the cylinder and the cotton line and as an ingredient in cosmetics. The process of with the spores is transferred from the cylinder and growing and harvesting kelp can also provide jobs wrapped around the rope. for the local economy. “This partnership with Lazy Point Farms will allow For more information, contact Heather Johnson at us to gather valuable information about kelp and its 516-922-6666 or h.johnson@friendsofthebay.org. impact on water quality,” FOB Executive Director —Submitted by Friends of the Bay

Water District Hosts Meeting With County’s Fire Commission For over a century, fire districts and water districts have worked synergistically in providing essential services to Long Islanders. If water pressure and flow is not maintained to the highest level at all times, it would compromise firefighters’ ability to hook up to fire hydrants and fight fires. Realizing communication between water district members of the Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association (NSWCA) and local fire districts is imperative, NSWCA, of which Amanda R. Field of Plainview Water District is President and John Coumatos of Bethpage Water District is 1st Vice President, recently held a meeting with the Nassau County Fire Commission to demonstrate their dedicated commitment to the Long Island community. Hosted by Manhasset Lakeville Water District, the NSWCA’s meeting presentation was led by Francis X. DeBobes, Nassau County Fire Commission Chairman. A 30+ year decorated veteran, DeBobes discussed maximizing efficiencies between fire and water districts, and commended the 21 member districts from Nassau and Suffolk counties for providing the more than adequate amount of water pressure and flow needed from hydrants, especially during times when water district well sites are being retrofitted to treat water from emerging compounds. He also expressed the importance of having residents comply with backflow testing each year to avoid

Nassau County Fire Commission to collectively pursue federal grants that will provide proper funding to replace dated fire equipment and hydrants. “Many residents may not know that water suppliers are responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of our fire hydrants within our neighborhoods and communities,” stated NSWCA President Field. “Our member Districts test to ensure each hydrant holds line pressure without leaks. We flush each hydrant regularly and we perform additional maintenance as recommended by the hydrant manufacturer. Our heNassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association roic firefighters can rely on us each time they connect and Nassau County Fire Commission meeting that focused on maximizing efficiencies between water to a hydrant and water flow will never be an issue.” “A lot of education is being provided by water suppliers and fire districts. From left: John Madden, Supervising Fire Marshal, Office of the Fire Marshal suppliers about their responsibilities to consumers, Nassau County; Andrew Schmitt, Jr., Division Super- and it’s something worth noting,” said DeBobes. “Fire districts and water districts work hand in hand visor, Office of the Fire Marshal Nassau County; with one another and, in many ways, we rely on one Francis X. DeBobes, Chairman, Nassau County Fire Commission; Amanda R. Field, NSWCA Board Pres- another. Another fact worth noting is response time from local water districts and local fire districts to an ident and Plainview Water District Commissioner; emergency situation can be within minutes…someand John F. Coumatos, NSWCA 1st Vice President thing we take to heart each and every day.” and Bethpage Water District Commissioner. (Photo courtesy of Progressive Marketing Group, Inc.) For more information about this topic or other related NSWCA matters, please contact Mr. Gary an undesirable flow of water back into a home or Cucchi with Progressive Marketing Group, Inc. at business. his office: 631-756-7160, via cell, 516-721-3709 or by Discussions during the presentation included email, gcucchi@pmgstrategic.com Commissioner-Elected Water Districts and the —Submitted by Progressive Marketing Group, Inc.

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Village Of Great Neck Plaza Honors Councilmember Lee Seeman

ast month, the Great Neck Plaza Village Board voted to approve a resolution providing that a portion of Bond Street in the Village of Great Neck Plaza be given the honorary, secondary name designation of “Lee Seeman Way,” in recognition and appreciation of the many years of service of Town of North Hempstead Council Member Lee Seeman who is retiring at the end of this year. The Village of Great Neck Plaza, led by Mayor Ted Rosen, hosted a ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 19 to commemorate the placing of street signs reflecting such honorary, secondary designation of Bond Street between Grace Avenue and Maple Drive as “Lee Seeman Way.” Councilmember Seeman has had a prolific career in government and politics, and has maintained a passion for and commitment to civic engagement both in and out of office. Councilmember Seeman is currently serving her fourth term on the North Hempstead Town Board, after first being elected on

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guest speakers from all over the world including the Consul General of Cyprus and the Ambassador of Belize. Presently, she is also a member of the COVID-19 Town of North Hempstead Business Response Recovery Workgroup. Other notable achievements include being appointed by both President Bill Clinton and President George W. Bush as a member of the United States Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage Abroad since 1995. She has also been a trustee of the W.F. Albright

Institute for Archaeological Research in Jerusalem since 1988. In addition, Councilmember Seeman is a member of such community groups as a 55-year member of the League of Women Voters, the World Jewish Congress, Hadassah, a lifetime member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and the Sierra Club and is an active member of Temple Beth El of Great Neck. —Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

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ClubCorp Partners With RXR To Operate And Manage Engineers Country Club Officials with ClubCorp and RXR announced a unique partnership in which ClubCorp, a leading operator of golf and country clubs throughout North America, will handle the day-to-day operations of the historic Engineers Country Club in Roslyn, as RXR advances the construction of 92 residential condominiums on 18-acres, while showcasing this club as the centerpiece of this community. This new partnership signals the beginning of RXR’s and ClubCorp’s expanded relationship that could potentially include other similar opportunities. Founded in 1917, Engineers Country Club is one of the most historic clubs in an area renowned for exceptional golf. In 1919, the club hosted the PGA Championship and in 1920 the U.S. Amateur where the signature par-3, 120-yard 14th hole earned the nickname the “Two or Twenty Hole,” when the team match of golf Hall of Famers, Gene Sarazen and Bobby Jones, each took double-digit scores. RXR purchased Engineers Country Club in 2017 and has made a series of enhancements and improvements to the infrastructure and facilities. RXR has a long-standing reputation for ownership, investment, and development of residential and mixed-use communities in the region, including notable luxury communities such as The Ritz-Carlton Residences in North Hills, St. Regis Residences in Rye, and The Beacon Residences at Garvies Point located in Glen Cove.

RXR’s partnership with ClubCorp will continue to elevate the club experience and operations, further enhancing the residential program RXR is designing around the club. The 140-acre course was originally designed by English architect Herbert Strong, remodeled in 1921 by world-renowned golf course architect Devereux Emmet and later by Frank Duane. The original architect followed the layouts of some of the most challenging holes in Scotland and was soon recognized as one of the finest in the country. The course continues to be regarded as one of the most challenging and exciting courses in the area due to unique features such as sloping undulating greens and the boldest, largest putting surfaces on Long Island. To support RXR’s residential construction plans, Nicklaus Design has been retained to make subtle enhancements and changes. As a member within the ClubLife family of clubs, members will now have access to a network of hundreds of private golf and country clubs, city clubs and stadiums throughout the United States. Members can enjoy access to reciprocal benefits at more than 450 private clubs and special offerings at more than 1,000 hotels, resorts and entertainment venues. Additionally, ClubCorp leads the private club industry in giving back and providing impact in the communities where their clubs call home. —Submitted by RXR

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Bridge Strikes In The Village Continue

ast year, there were a total of 29 bridge strikes in the village. The Garden City Police Department reported five bridge strikes in two weeks during December alone. Although clearance height signs, including solar power units, are clearly marked in the area and the site of Long Island Rail Road overpass bridges, incidents of bridge strikes continue in the village. On Dec. 10, officers investigated two separate incidents on Cherry Valley Avenue where a truck struck the train trestle. Both drivers were charged with disregarding bridge clearance signs. That same day, officers responded to Chestnut Street where a vehicle struck that train trestle. That driver was also charged with disregarding bridge clearance signs. A week later, a truck struck the Cherry Valley Avenue train trestle. The operator was charged with operating the truck without a commercial vehicle license, and disregarding bridge clearance signs. Then, on Dec. 24, a tractor trailer struck the Cherry Valley train overpass. The trailer sustained extensive damage and its contents spilled onto the roadway. The driver was charged with disregarding bridge clearance signs.

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One of the many trucks that have hit one of the village’s bridges in previous years. (Contributed photo) For safety issues, it is always recommended that commercial vehicle operators use a commercial GPS system, as illustrated on www.GPS.gov, which states Consumer GPS devices/ apps generally do not warn drivers of restricted roads, low bridges or other information relevant to commercial motor vehicles.

snow back into the street. When you hear that a storm is expected, move your car off the street into your driveway. This will speed up the plowing operation and make the streets safer for travel. Park your car, or cars, as close to the end of the driveway as is safely possible. This eliminates the need for shoveling the entire driveway to free your car when the storm has ended and the roads are safe to travel. If you are unable to shovel snow or are going to be away, make arrangements to have the snow cleared from your sidewalk. Please remember that you are responsible to shovel your sidewalks within 24 hours after the storm. This will be enforced by the police department. This is also applicable to Village Asks Residents the business community. Please clear For Cooperation During snow away from all hydrants so that the fire department can reach them Snowstorms without delay. Also, make sure that Looking ahead to the possibility the snow is not blocking the address of future snowstorms, the following number to your house. To facilitate safe suggestions are offered in an effort garbage collections, a clear path should to reduce inconvenience to residents and to assist the village in serving your be made from the sidewalk to where needs. If possible, wait until the village the garbage is kept. If this is not possiplows the street to clear the snow from ble, it is suggested that the garbage be carried to the curb for pickup. your driveway entrance. If you can’t —Submitted by the Village of Garden City wait, shovel or blow the snow onto

Masks/face coverings are required within all indoor village facilities regardless of vaccination status. This New York State Department of Heath determination is based on its evaluation of the current COVID-19 numbers and is in alignment with recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Masks/face coverings are required to be worn by all persons over the age of 2 and those medically able to tolerate a face covering/mask. The New York State COVID protocols were also in effect at the Jan. 13 Board of Trustees meeting. Participants wore masks regardless of their vaccination status and social distanced.

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s the college basketball season heats up, it was the appropriate time to catch up with one of the pioneers of the Big East, Levittown hoops legend Danny Dunne. Dunne played high school ball for the Division Avenue Blue Dragons in 1976 before transferring to Long Island Lutheran. He embarked on a college career at Seton Hall University and played in the first year of the Big East Conference. Dunne actually played in the first-ever Big East basketball game, Seton Hall lost to Boston College, on Dec. 11, 1979. A retired school teacher in Rochester, Dunne got his start at North Side Elementary School, playing for the Levittown Athletic Club. He would later hone his skills and toughness during pick-up games at the courts at Azalea Road Park. Dunne was called up to Division Avenue’s varsity team as a sophomore and teamed with Bobby Orlandini to make a formidable combination on the court. That season, with Dunne and Orlandini, the Blue Dragons defeated perennial powers Westbury and Roslyn in back-to-back games. A 6-10 center, Danny would transfer to basketball powerhouse Lutheran High School the very next season. Success followed Dunne at Lutheran. In his two seasons at Lutheran, the Crusaders were NYSAIS state champions and New York State Federation semifinalists in 1978-79. They were ranked No. 5 in the state and No. 1 on Long Island. Dunne was a preseason Honorable Mention All American for the 197879 season. He led the Crusaders in rebounds and blocked shots that season and would finish his career with the Crusaders with the all-time single season record for blocked shots with 137, an average of 4.9 per game. In just two seasons, he grabbed 412 rebounds, landing him 10th on Lutheran’s all-time list. Then it was off to Seton Hall, a charter member of the Big East Conference, which quickly became known as one of the best, and certainly toughest, conferences in all of college basketball. In four years at Seton Hall, Dunne would compete against some of the icons of the game, including Patrick Ewing, Hakeem Olajuwon, Chris Mullin, Clyde Drexler, Bill Wennington and Ed Pinkney.

Levittown’s Danny Dunne during his playing days at Seton Hall University. (Photo courtesy Seton Hall Sports Information Office)

“Some of my most memorable moments are getting to play major Division 1 college basketball and being part of history in playing the first four years of the Big East,” Dunne said. “We got to play on national television on this fledgling all-sports cable network - ESPN.” Dunne also remembers, “Being a skinny kid from Levittown and getting to play at the Mecca … Madison Square Garden.” He would later play four years of professional basketball in Puerto Rico for the Quebradillas Pirates. He was also a member of the 1980 Puerto Rican Olympic team, but Puerto Rico did not compete in Moscow, following the U.S.led boycott of the Soviet games. Dunne says all of his greatest influences came from Levittown, including his father Buddy Dunne, his brother Dennis Dunne as well as Division Avenue High School teachers, Herb Kaufman, Bill Pavlikowski, Robert Danhieux and Ronald Altman. While still in Rochester, Dunne is working to become a scout or assistant coach in the NBA’s G-league. He has an extensive coaching résumé as well, having been a head coach at Molloy College and an assistant at Niagara and Brockport State. When he does return to Levittown several times a year, Dunne makes sure to visit some of his favorites— Domenico’s, Two Brothers Pizza and Dortoni’s bakery. —James Rowan is a Levittown resident

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St. John’s University Partners With UBS Arena And The New York Islanders

t. John’s University, UBS Arena and the New York Islanders announced today a five-year partnership that will focus on the education of students and future business leaders. St. John’s will be working with the Islanders and UBS Arena, located 7 miles from JFK International Airport on the border of Queens and Nassau County, to develop a graduate program focusing on the business of sports, entertainment and facilities management. The Business of Sporting Events and Facilities is a shared academic certificate program officially beginning in September, 2022 that will feature curriculum offered in The Peter J. Tobin College of Business and the Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies at St. John’s. In addition, UBS Arena and the Islanders will award two annual $25,000 scholarships for graduate students in the Collins College and Tobin College. “We are proud to be partnering with St. John’s University. Their academic programs are highly regarded and to be able to provide guidance, assistance and educational opportunities for students looking to enter the sports and entertainment industry is something special,” said Tom Pistore, President Commercial Business Operations at UBS Arena. “We look forward to working with these bright young minds and the university moving forward.” The team and venue will also participate in speaker series opportunities with the university including lectures, panels, symposiums and seminars. As part of the agreement, UBS Arena and the Islanders will be providing several internships on an annual basis for Tobin and Collins College students, as well as hosting an annual career fair with St. John’s at UBS Arena. “The business of higher education is a collaborative one,” said Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P., President of St. John’s University. “St. John’s is excited to partner with UBS Arena and the New York Islanders to provide a dynamic variety of new learning and career opportunities for our students with scholarship, service, and career success—hallmarks of the signature St. John’s experience— for all involved in this partnership.” During the St. John’s vs. Kansas NCAA Men’s Basketball game recently at UBS Arena, leadership from the

“Sparky the Dragon”, Hank Abate, President of UBS Arena Operations, Lea Del Rosario, Senior Vice President-Human Resources-UBS Arena, Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P.-President of St. John’s University, William J. Janetschek-Chair of the Board at St. John’s University, Tom Pistore, President, Commercial Business Operations-UBS Arena, Glenn Gerstner, Ed.D.-Dean-The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies at St. John’s University, and “Johhny Thunderbird” building and the university along with Sparky, the New York Islanders’ mascot and St. John’s mascot Johnny Thunderbird took the court during a timeout in the first half to commemorate this new partnership. Made for music and built for hockey, the metropolitan area’s newest premier entertainment and sports venue and home of the four-time Stanley Cup Champion New York Islanders is located in Elmont and developed in partnership with Oak View Group, the New York Islanders, and Jeff Wilpon, with Sterling Project Development serving as development manager. Providing a significant boost to the regional economy, especially when economic activity has been greatly impacted by the pandemic, the worldclass entertainment venue, with its timeless and classic design, will bridge its iconic past with today’s advanced technology and amenities. The $1.1 billion multi-purpose, state of the art arena located on the historic grounds of Belmont Park will host more than 150 major events annually while delivering an unmatched live entertainment experience including clear sightlines and premier acoustics. UBS Arena is designed to hold up to 19,000 people for concerts and audiences up to 17,250 for NHL games. In an effort to build a greener future, UBS Arena intends on being carbon neutral for operations before 2024, which will make it the first arena to do so on the eastern United States seaboard.

Members of the St. John’s University Pep Band perform at UBS Arena.

ABOUT ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY St. John’s University is a private, coeducational, Roman Catholic University founded in 1870 by the Congregation of the Mission (the Vincentians), with its main campus located in Queens. St. John’s University also has campuses and locations in Staten Island and Manhattan, and in Hauppauge, NY; in Rome, Italy; in Paris, France; and in Limerick, Ireland. St. John’s University is comprised of six colleges, including the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional

Studies, St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, The Peter J. Tobin College of Business (including the Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science), The School of Education, and the School of Law. As of Fall 2021, the University has 1,410 full-time and part-time faculty, 15,452 undergraduate students, and 4,206 graduate students who come from 48 states and 118 countries. St. John’s offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs, including 15 doctoral programs. Submitted by St. John’s University and UBS Arena

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New Loan Forgiveness Program For Veterans BY LEO SHANE III

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Education Secretary Miguel Cardona listens to leaders from local veterans groups during a roundtable at Manchester Community College in Manchester, NH, on Nov. 4.

loan recipients informing them of the program changes and encouraging them to look into the eligibility rules. Loan forgiveness recipients must either work full-time at a government job—federal, state, local and military posts are all included—or a not-for-profit, non-partisan organization, such as the Peace Corps. Starting in 2022, staff will match department data with other federal databases to ensure that all federal workers, including troops, automatically qualify for the debt relief. About 22,000 individuals are expected to be covered by that process, meaning they could see their debts suddenly erased early next year. But others will have to apply or update their records to receive the financial benefits. Additional information is available through the Department of Education website (www. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/ forgiveness-cancellation/ public-service). Leo Shane III covers Congress, veterans’ affairs and the White House for Military Times. Courtesy of Military Times (www.militarytimes.com)

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current service members will benefit from changes to the program, which can erase tuition debt for individuals who have federal student loans and have been paying down their balance for the last decade. For years, the program has faced criticism for being too cumbersome and unforgiving, rejecting many potential beneficiaries on complicated technicalities. In the last four years, only about 16,000 individuals have qualified to have their loans forgiven. The program reforms are designed to lessen the bureaucratic burden and dramatically expand the number of eligible individuals. The changes are not specific to military members, but troops are expected to make up a sizable portion of the individuals who may benefit from them. That’s why it is important that veterans know about the benefit and look into whether they may be eligible, according to Cardona. “We need to amplify our message,” he said. “We’ve heard stories from veterans about how the program doesn’t work, so we made these changes. There is an urgency to protect those who have protected us.” Cardona said in Thursday’s roundtable, veterans encouraged

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Keeping The Gifted Alive BY RICHARD RUSCZYK

and technological innovators of the next generation be largely drawn from the high-flyers in advanced classrooms. A well-designed educational system should have two goals: broad literacy for all students across a core set of subjects and pathways to deep expertise in individual topics for students with great interest and potential. Most of the incentives and structures of our current system address only the literacy goal. However, solving the most pressing problems of the next generation requires investment in developing expertise—and not just investment in those students whose parents choose to pay for it.

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very time I read about yet another school system eliminating support for “gifted” students, I have the same sad thought, “Bad for kids, good for business.” While this trend of eliminating gifted programs has been getting a lot of attention recently, it’s been going on for years. During this time, our business, Art of Problem Solving, expanded from two online classes and two dozen students in 2003 to multiple in-person and online programs, which today reach tens of thousands of outstanding students. Through our books, learning centers, online schools, and online learning systems, we’ve been a large part of a growing trend in the United States: the privatization of gifted education. And it’s working. For all the talk about the U.S. doing poorly on the PISA tests and our stagnating NAEP results, the U.S. has won first place in the International Math Olympiad four of the last seven years after getting shut out the past 20 years. The members of those winning teams were all Art of Problem Solving students and many also trained with other specialized programs for high-performing math students. Eliminating gifted programs will not slow these Olympiad-level students down, nor will it slow down the many students whose parents invest thousands, or tens of thousands, of dollars each year to provide them with summer programs, online courses, travel sports team participation, personalized music lessons and more. But it will slow down those who can’t

Eliminating gifted programs will only block high-potential students. access those opportunities or can’t afford to pay. For those worried about what the world might look like when there are no more gifted programs, I’m reminded of William Gibson’s comment, “The future is here—it’s just not very evenly distributed.” Eliminating gifted programs will only block high-potential students from accessing opportunities designed to help them reach that high potential. Removing gifted programs ensures the future will be even less evenly distributed. Gifted programs are often eliminated as part of an effort to get rid of academic tracking in general, thereby ending the practice of tagging students in the “low” tracks with a label—and possibly even an identity—that stigmatizes them as lacking in academic potential. While schools should absolutely cut off tracks to

dead ends, we should do so without eliminating pathways that successfully prepare and empower students to take on greater challenges. We don’t solve the problem of improving physical education for the least fit by eliminating our basketball teams for star athletes; we shouldn’t solve the problem of improving education to most struggling students by eliminating advanced programs for the strongest students. Instead of pushing high-potential students outside of schools to find resources that allow them to reach their potential, we should find more ways to bring those resources into schools, as well as more avenues to identify and prepare students for the opportunities those resources offer. Just as the top players in the NBA and WNBA were almost all top players on their middle and high school teams, so too will the top scientific, medical

Richard Rusczyk is the founder of the Art of Problem Solving website and co-writer with Sandor Lehoczky of the original Art of Problem Solving books. He is also a co-founder with Sandor Lehoczky and Sam Vandervelde of the Mandlebrot Competition, and is a past Director of the USA Mathematical Talent Search. He was a participant in National MATHCOUNTS, a three-time participant in the Math Olympiad Summer Program, and a USA Mathematical Olympiad winner (1989). He received the World Federation of National Mathematics Competitions Paul Erdös Award in 2014, and founded the Art of Problem Solving Initiative, a non-profit that runs the Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics program for high-potential students from underserved communities in New York City and Los Angeles. He graduated from Princeton University in 1993, and worked as a bond trader for D.E. Shaw & Company for four years.

Comparing School Financial Aid Offers A school aid offer (sometimes called an award letter) tells you what financial aid you can receive at a particular college or career school. If you’ve applied to several schools, be sure to compare aid offers to see which school will be the most affordable. If you listed a school on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form and have been offered admission by that school, the financial aid office at the school will send you an aid offer (often electronically). The offer includes the types and amounts of financial aid you may receive from federal, state, private, and

school sources. This combination of aid is your financial aid package. Because your financial aid package is created for you and is based on the cost of attending a particular school, your aid amounts will vary from school to school. Figuring Out Net Price Follow these easy steps to figure out your net price, or net cost, for each school and find out which school will be most affordable for you. · First, find the cost of attendance for your program on the aid offer. If the school doesn’t list the cost of attendance on the aid offer, ask the financial aid office for this figure.

Make sure it includes amounts you will pay to the school directly (such as tuition and fees) as well as other costs (such as living expenses, books and supplies, and transportation). · Next, subtract the grant and scholarship amounts on your aid offer from the cost of attendance amount. Also subtract any savings you have available to put toward your school costs for the school year. The remaining amount is your net or out-of-pocket cost. · Compare the net costs for the schools you are considering. The net cost is the amount you will have to pay out of your pocket, using

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SUNY Appoints Deborah F. Stanley As Interim Chancellor

The State University of New York Board of Trustees announced the appointment of SUNY Oswego President Deborah F. Stanley as interim chancellor to lead the largest comprehensive system of higher education in the United States. Stanley brings nearly 45 years of campus leadership to SUNY and will begin serving as interim chancellor on Jan. 15, 2022.

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UNY has a long and rich history of providing students the opportunity and access to the highest quality education at our premier colleges and research institutions, and President Stanley is the right educator at the right time to lead this prestigious university system,” said SUNY Board Chairman Dr. Merryl H. Tisch. “With President Stanley’s decades of leadership, commitment to academic excellence and her unwavering support for students, she is well-positioned to serve our 64 campuses with a proven record of accomplishments, integrity and intellect. On behalf of a thankful and proud Board of Trustees, we welcome Deborah as our new interim chancellor for the State University of New York and look forward to working alongside her to build on the greatness of this world-renowned institution.” Stanley said, “During my tenure at SUNY, I have had the great pleasure of collaborating with exemplary leaders at all levels throughout our system, and it is an incredible honor to continue that work with the SUNY Board of Trustees and our campus presidents. I do not take lightly our responsibility to make sure we are providing a safe and welcoming

environment that allows our students to grow academically and provide the foundation to pursue and reach their goals and dreams. During this leadership transition, their success will be my highest priority, and I look forward to leading this great university system to new heights.” The SUNY Board of Trustees also announced they are launching a global search in January 2022 for the permanent SUNY Chancellor. They plan to work with an executive search firm to identify, recruit and encourage potential candidates; review the qualifications of applicants; and verify the credentials of all finalists.

ABOUT DEBORAH F. STANLEY

Deborah F. Stanley will step down as the 10th President of the State University of New York at Oswego after 25 years. She established the Presidential Scholarship Program for outstanding academic achievers, the Possibility Scholarship Program, and the pioneering Oswego Guarantee that promises the necessary classes will be available for students to complete a degree within four consecutive years and, during those years, there will be no increase in the

SUNY Interim Chancellor Deborah F. Stanley cost of room or meal plans. She enhanced the Oswego Guarantee with the Graduation ROI in 2013—a $300 return on investment awarded to all first-time students who complete their baccalaureate degree in four years or less. Stanley initiated successful national accreditation for the School of Education and national and international accreditation for the School of Business. She led the creation of the School of Communication, Media, and the Arts, and recently established the college’s Syracuse campus, located in the Clinton Square area of downtown Syracuse. Under her leadership, new programs such as electrical and computer engineering, human-computer interaction, human development, biomedical

and health informatics, cinema and screen studies, and the online MBA programs were established. Stanley has overseen substantial growth of full-time faculty—41 over the last five years. Her ambitious campus-wide renewal plan, now in its second decade, encompasses hundreds of millions of dollars in renovations and construction. Stanley has been an invited speaker and panelist at regional, national, and international venues on topics such as sexual assault on campus, experiential learning practices and leadership. She was co-chair of SUNY’s mental health and wellness task force, which provided its recommendations to the Board of Trustees at the June 2021 meeting to expand services for all SUNY students. She served on the American Council on Education’s Board of Directors, is a past chair of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities Board of Directors. She is current chair of the American Academic Leadership Institute, and serves on numerous other education, climate and leadership boards and institutes. Locally, she served as board chair of CenterState CEO. Stanley has served as a member of the CNY Regional Economic Development Council since its inception and was recently appointed as its co-chair. Stanley earned her baccalaureate degree with honors and juris doctor degree from Syracuse University. —State University of New York

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Governor Announces Scholarship Program To Cover Tuition For New Registered Nurses Since the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic, hospitals have been facing a labor shortage and a massive influx of patients. This scholarship program is designed to recruit and retrain nursing and health care professionals to serve as registered nurses which are most in need. There are currently more than 9,300 openings for registered nurses in New York. The Nurses For Our Future Scholarship will mean 1,000 more students can enter a nursing program in either SUNY or CUNY. Students will be able to complete their programs with a flexible schedule, either part-time or full-time. “Nobody has put more on the line than those of us on the front line during this pandemic, and Governor Hochul’s visionary investment in helping us rebuild our nursing ranks is exactly the kind of support we need to keep delivering the care New Yorkers rely on,” New York State Nurses Association Executive Director Pat Kane, RN, said. “Because the best care is also culturally responsive care, these 1,000 scholarships present an enormous opportunity for us to continue to recruit from all

Nurses For Our Future Scholarship will cover tuition for 1,000 new healthcare workers to earn registered nurse certification at SUNY and CUNY. communities around the state and by seeding them at SUNY and CUNY, they also strengthen our public higher education institutions, making it clear that Governor Hochul is prioritizing our healthcare workers and our young people—exactly the type of priorities we need to bring New York back.” This effort will incentivize New York State residents active in the health care field to upskill their career path and advance their education through the SUNY or CUNY system.

In addition, the New York State Department of Labor will help market these new opportunities to existing and unemployed workers, including opportunities available through regional SUNY Educational Opportunity Centers for entry-level nurse certifications in high demand including Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse and Nursing Home Aide. This announcement follows the recent opening of Binghamton

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overnor Kathy Hochul recently announced a State University of New York (SUNY) and City University of New York Scholarship Program called the Nurses For Our Future Scholarship that will cover tuition for 1,000 new healthcare workers to earn registered nurse certification at SUNY and CUNY. The program comes in an effort to help address the shortage in healthcare and lack of workers in hospitals around the state. “Just a year ago, we were celebrating our healthcare workers as the heroes they are, and the pandemic has shown us that we cannot afford a labor shortage in the healthcare industry,” Hochul said. “I’m proud to announce our new Nurses For Our Future Scholarship as an important step to train more nurses and bring them into our healthcare system. SUNY and CUNY scholarships move us toward a more prosperous and equal New York, by working to make sure every New Yorker has access to training programs, one-, two-, and four-year degrees, community college; SUNY and CUNY should be the pathway to the middle class.”

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University’s Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences, affirming Hochul’s dedication to expanding healthcare education and New York State’s nursing workforce. SUNY colleges and universities across New York offer more than 70 fully accredited nursing degree undergraduate and graduate programs, offering 17 different credentials in nursing from home health aide to doctoral and advanced certificates. SUNY students graduate prepared to enter the healthcare field following rigorous course work online or in the classroom, combined with required hands-on real-world experience. CUNY graduates 1,800 students each year from over 50 nursing advanced credit-bearing certificate and degree programs, including LPN, Associate, Bachelor, Master and Doctoral programs (DNP and Ph.D.) at 14 CUNY institutions, including nursing programs at both senior and community colleges. CUNY’s nursing programs are united in their commitment to expanding opportunity and advancement in the health-care field, and to training the next generation of nursing professionals to provide high-quality and equitable health care, particularly for the most vulnerable and underserved populations. Visit suny.edu to learn more. —State University of New York

Nassau BOCES Students Attend SkillsUSA Leadership Conference

killsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. They improve the quality of our nation’s future skilled workforce through the development of SkillsUSA Framework skills that include personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. The BOCES vision is to produce the most highly skilled workforce in the world, providing every member the opportunity for career success. SkillsUSA’s mission is to empower its members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens.

Students from the premier Career and Technical Education high schools, Nassau BOCES Barry Tech and GC Tech, attended the SkillsUSA Leadership Conference in Albany where they learned leadership skills and were elected as officers in the service organization. From left: Liam Flynn, Barry Tech, Police Science, Malverne UFSD, SkillsUSA, PM Session President; Alexa Garcia, Barry Tech, Cosmetology, Island Trees UFSD, AM Session, SkillsUSA Parliamentarian; Dillon Alvino, GCTech, Computer Animation, Levittown UFSD, SkillsUSA Parliamentarian; Vasia Bachas, GC Tech, Police Science/EMT, Levittown UFSD, PM Session, SkillsUSA Co-Treasurer; Elias Gomez, Barry Tech, Medical Assistant, Oyster Bay UFSD, PM Session, SkillsUSA Co-Vice President; Kerrisha Jean, Barry Tech, Physical Therapy Aide, Hewlett UFSD, AM Session, SkillsUSA President; Louis Sedita, GC Tech, Police Science/EMT, Bellmore-Merrick CHSD, PM Session, SkillsUSA Historian and Cassandra Niedfeld, GC Tech, Police Science/EMT, Bellmore-Merrick CHSD, SkillsUSA Co-Treasurer.

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Puppets Come To Life At BOCES School welcomes Brad Brewer for artist residency

Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts is proud to have puppet theater veteran Brad Brewer at Long Island High School for the Arts for a puppeteering artist residency for the 2021/22 school year.

n this unique Master Class, LIHSA students work directly with Brewer to design, construct and bring their own puppets to life on-stage. The class culminated with an interactive puppet show and children’s workshop event at the Long Island Children’s Museum in Garden City. Brewer trained under Jim Henson, creator of “The Muppets” and has decades of experience in all aspects of puppet theater, including design, sculpture, painting and performing. As the founder of New York City puppet troupe “The Brewery Troupe” in 1973, Brewer used his skills and creativity to interpret African American literature, music and humor through the art of puppet theater. A collection of his puppets is housed at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington D.C. Puppets from his production of “Duke’s Place” are featured through April 2022 at the Museum of the City of New York in Manhattan. LIHSA offers emerging artists the

opportunity to explore and refine their talents in a one-of-a-kind, master apprentice, arts-centered community. Nestled in Syosset, students learn in a safe and supportive environment where they can pursue their artistic passion and discover who they are as individuals and as artists. For more information, visit www. longislandhighschoolforthearts.org

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A vital regional resource, Nassau BOCES offers state-of-the-art programs for learners of all ages and abilities as well as cost-effective services for school districts and municipalities. We empower students to achieve their maximum potential in alternative, artistic, outdoor, special education, career and technical and virtual educational environments. BOCES offers adult education programs and a variety of programs that are vital to

Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts students and Master Class Teacher and puppeteer Brad Brewer wowed audiences at the Long Island Children’s Museum. improving the Long Island regional economy. The professional development advances teaching and learning on Long Island. In addition, technology services form the backbone of many school districts’ infrastructure.

As the county’s educational leader in implementing the state’s reform efforts, BOCES helps to shape the future of education. To learn more, visit www.nassauboces.org. —Nassau BOCES

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Test-To-Stay Options Can Help Keep Students In School During COVID-19

he Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released two reports in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report highlighting the use of testto-stay practices used in schools to minimize absenteeism and learning loss which can occur during traditional quarantine at home. “One truth that the pandemic has underscored is that our students’ social and emotional growth and their academic development are best nurtured in-person in their classrooms with their peers and teachers,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, in response to the CDC’s test-to-stay data. “It’s encouraging that test-to-stay strategies are proving effective both in limiting transmission of the virus and in ensuring that students can remain learning in school, so that entire classrooms or schools do not have to shut down when a case of COVID-19 is discovered in the school community.” In light of this updated data, CDC has added information on

Test-to-stay practices minimize absenteeism and learning loss. test-to-stay practices to our K-12 Transmission Science Brief and on its K-12 webpages (www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/ schools-childcare/k-12-guidance. html). “All students should be able to access their classrooms five days a week and strategies from CDC and

funding from the American Rescue Plan will help ensure that’s possible,” Cardona said. “Especially at a time when evidence continues to show the impacts of the pandemic on students’ learning, schools across the country must do everything possible to keep students safe and ensure that they are able to access high-quality,

in-person instruction safely in their schools.” Test-to-Stay is another valuable tool in a layered prevention strategy that includes promoting vaccination of eligible students and staff, requiring everyone ages two and older wear a mask inside schools and facilities, keeping at least three feet of distance between students, screening testing, ventilation, handwashing and staying home when sick. “This work is urgent and necessary so that we can mitigate the effects of unfinished instruction and ensure that our students are set up to succeed,” Cardona added. Additionally, CDC recommends everyone ages five years and older get a COVID-19 vaccine to help protect against COVID-19. Adolescents ages 16 years and older can get a booster shot at least six months after a primary series. Widespread vaccination for COVID-19 is a critical tool to best protect everyone from COVID-19 and COVID-19 related complications. —CDC and Department of Education

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Nassau BOCES Barry Tech Aviation Students Help Preserve History At American Airpower Museum

igh school students from Nassau BOCES Barry Aviation Operations are working on getting the multiple bomb rack (MBR), which was used on the A6A Avenger. They are getting the equipment ready for repainting and refurbishing at the American Airpower Museum in East Farmingdale. This on-the-job internship training is in effort to help the museum’s efforts to preserve aviation history, especially that which relates to Long Island. Aviation students also helped to clean and dust the outer wing section of the PBY Catalina. The museum is preparing it to be shipped to Texas. Visit www.americanairpowermuseum.com to learn more about the museum. Visit www.nassauboces. com to learn more about the trade school and its myriad prorgrams. —Nassau BOCES

Jonathan Rodriguez (Valley Stream CHSD), Sabrina Wade (East Meadow UFSD) and Sean Carney (Bethpage UFSD)

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Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause The U.S. Department of Education has announced a 90-day extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest and collections through May 1, 2022. The extension will allow the administration to assess the impacts of the Omicron variant on student borrowers and provide additional time for borrowers to plan for the resumption of payments and reduce the risk of delinquency and defaults after restart. The department will continue its work to transition borrowers smoothly back into repayment, including by improving student loan servicing. “Since day one of this administration, the department has focused on supporting students and borrowers throughout the pandemic and ensuring they have the resources they need to return to repayment successfully,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “This additional extension of the repayment pause will provide critical relief to borrowers who continue to face financial hardships as a result of the pandemic, and will allow our administration to assess the impacts

of Omicron on student borrowers. the additional time to ensure their As we prepare for the return to contact information is up to date and repayment in May, we will continue to consider enrolling in electronic to provide tools and supports to debit and income-driven repayment borrowers so they can enter into the plans to support a smooth transition repayment to repayment. plan that is This action by responsive to the Department their finanof Education is cial situation, one of a series such as an of steps the income-drivBiden-Harris en repayAdministration ment plan. has taken Students and to support borrowers students and will always borrowers, be at the make higher center of our education more work at the affordable The pause will help 41 million borrowers. department and improve and we are committed to not only student loan servicing, including ensuring a smooth return to repayproviding nearly $13 billion in targetment, but also increasing accounted loan relief to more than 640,000 ability and stronger customer service borrowers. from our loan servicers as borrowers ACTIONS WITHIN prepare for repayment.” THAT INCLUDE: The pause on student loan • Revamping the Public Service Loan payments will help 41 million Forgiveness program in October, borrowers save $5 billion per month. which has already provided $2.4 Borrowers are encouraged to use

billion in loan relief to 38,000 borrowers. As part of that effort, the Department implemented a Limited PSLF Waiver to count all prior payments made by student borrowers toward PSLF, regardless of the loan program. Borrowers who are working in public service but have not yet applied for PSLF should do so before Oct. 31, 2022 and can find out more at StudentAid.gov/PSLF. • Providing $7.0 billion in relief for 401,000 borrowers who have a total and permanent disability. • Approving $1.5 billion in borrower defense claims, including extending full relief to approved claims and approving new types of claims. • Providing $1.26 billion in closed school discharges to 107,000 borrowers who attended the now-defunct ITT Technical Institute. • Helping 30,000 small business owners with student loans seeking help from the Paycheck Protection Program. More information can be found at www.studentaid.gov. —Department of Education

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In the science labs, St. Mary’s High School students work collaboratively and learn about science, technology, engineering and math through a STEM education. levels, which are highly regarded for both excellent coaching and superb sportsmanship.

THE SCHOOLS OF SAINT MARY At the Schools of Saint Mary, Manhasset, students in Nursery through Grade 12 flourish in an innovative and nurturing educational environment rooted in Catholic values. The mission of the school is to empower students to find inspiration and joy as they discover themselves and learn what they are capable of accomplishing. Small class sizes foster a more personal connection between students and faculty. Faculty and administrators at St. Mary’s strive to educate the whole child – intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, socially, and physically. The use of cutting-edge technology, including campus-wide wireless capabilities, an online system that allows students and parents to access homework and grades, and school-issued Chromebooks for every student in sixth through twelfth grade, helps teachers provide students with a strong academic foundation. At the early childhood and primary grade levels, students actively explore concepts and develop skills through an interdisciplinary approach utilizing the latest technology, handson learning materials, and skill-related experiences. Students in grades 6-12 incorporate technology as an interactive tool that enables them to be independent learners while investigating researchbased learning. The St. Mary’s education is about more

than just academics. Spiritual values, a sense of service and the growth of faith are fostered by connecting Gospel values to all parts of the curriculum, including core academic classes, allowing students at all grade levels to deepen their moral standards and ethics. Students learn about the tenets and meaning of their Catholic faith and how to live it joyfully, especially in serving others within the school and greater community. The school day doesn’t end when the last bell rings – St. Mary’s becomes a vibrant after-school community as students at all grade levels participate in a wide range of extracurricular clubs and activities, exploring their talents and skills outside of academia. Middle and high school students gain an appreciation for the arts and develop their creativity through participation in the Fine and Performing Arts Program. By taking classes in art, chorus, band, orchestra, dance or stage performance; performing arts students learn from and work alongside professionals in those fields.

From early childhood students to their high school seniors, The Schools of St. Mary is preparing inspired thinkers and creative leaders by guiding all students as they develop the character traits of great leaders and skilled team players. This approach includes creativity, flexibility, diligence, perseverance, accountability, and responsibility. At every level, St. Mary’s balances strong academic development with experience to encourage personal growth. Exceptional faculty and staff inspire each student along their educational journey, always promoting the safe and welcoming culture that is one of the hallmarks of the St. Mary’s experience. St. Mary’s welcomes a diverse student body consisting of students of many different faiths and cultural backgrounds, who come from Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings Counties. ST. MARY’S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WILL HOST AN OPEN HOUSE FOR ADMISSIONS ON SUN. JAN. 30, FROM 12-2 PM. REGISTER FOR YOUR TOUR VIA SAINTMARYSES.ORG TODAY! For more information about St. Mary’s or to schedule a personal tour, please contact Mrs. Norma Stafford, director of admissions at 516.627.2711 ext 1084 or nstafford@saintmaryshs.org. Middle and high school students gain an appreciation for the arts and develop their creativity through participation in the Performing Arts Program.

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cleanliness reasons and to prevent ideal living conditions for insects and rodents, This week has probably especially during the colder been the biggest winter months. weather test to our home · Clean and cover heating and ventilation outdoor furniture: with temperatures Covering your patio down in the 20s furniture will prolong overnight. That its life and keep it looksaid, Long Island ing like new. has yet to feel · Clean range hood the first real filter: Designed to trap winter punch. grease and dirt, range With temperahood filters keep the tures holding range hood operating steady in the 40s properly. Without it, dethroughout the day bris could get trapped for the next week or in the ductwork so, there is still Inspect fire extinguishers and even create time to take a fire hazard. care of those winter chores · Tune up generator: A around the house, necessary generator is designed to run for winterizing your home, saving you money in repairs outdoors and built tough to handle the elements. and replacements. Here are Checking the oil before each some of the things that you use is common preventative should have already taken maintenance. care of, or should wrap up · Reglaze or replace soon before we get into the windows: As windows wear dog days of the deep freeze. down, they can become · Test sump pump: Many drafty, unappealing, and lose homes use a sump pump to their energy efficiency. prevent ground water from · Repaint dingy walls: A getting into the basement. A new coat of paint on your pump moves excess ground water away from the home’s walls can help seal out moisture, reducing the added foundation. weight that can put stress · Check gutters for ice dams and icicles: Icicles may on your home’s structural integrity. Quality paint helps be beautiful to look at, but they can tear off gutters, loos- repel all the dirt, dust and allergens, making it easier to en shingles and cause water keep your home clean. to back up into your house. · Clean behind fridge and What did you think of stove: It is recommended this article? Share your that you clean behind your thoughts with me by email fridge and stove at least at: chinko@antonmedia group.com once every three months, for chinko@antonmediagroup.com

Commanding 108 acres, this immense and spectacular country estate at 151 Post Rd. in Old Westbury sold on Dec. 30 for $18,000,000. It includes a 26-room magnificent slate-roofed brick Georgian-style manor house built in 1932 by architect Henry Sedgwick for Robert Winthrop. The house is characterized by beautiful architectural details, elegant and grandly scaled rooms, high ceilings, 10 wood-burning fireplaces, and pastoral vistas from every room. Numerous terraces surrounding the house overlook expansive lawns and offer opportunities for al fresco entertaining and relaxing. There is a pool and pool house, tennis court, playhouse, extensive stables and paddocks, a squash court, large barns, cottages and numerous out-buildings and garages all set amid secluded rolling hills and woods and open fields. The manor house has seven master bedrooms, nine full baths and three half baths, ample staff quarters, a wine cellar, central air conditioning and a generator.

This extremely spacious and spectacular split home perfectly located on a cul-de-sac at 6 Greentree Circle in Old Westbury sold for $769,000 on Dec. 10. This incredible home features four huge bedrooms, the primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and a full bath with Jacuzzi tub and shower. It has a formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with quartz counter tops and a breakfast island, stainless steel appliances and outdoor access. The vaulted ceiling in the large and open bright light living room has skylights and an electric fireplace, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, a den with a wood burning fireplace, central air conditioning and heating, all five years new. The garage fits two cars and the spacious finished basement has a laundry room. The summer room has sliders to a fully fenced in, beautifully landscaped yard with paver patio and a pergola. The home has a 10-year new roof and windows that were installed two years ago.

Homes shown here represent closed sales, sold by a variety of agencies and selected for their interest to readers by the Anton Media Group editor. Except where noted, data and photos are provided courtesy of Multiple Listing Service of Long Island, Inc. and Zillow.

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Hotel and conference center construction to begin in Jericho include a conference center bringing a much-needed amenity for the Jericho Business District and ensures that there is a new, attractive facility where entities, near and far, can gather, spend money and generate new economic activity.” The project area currently serves as a largely vacant parking lot so the construction of the hotel and conference center, even with NCIDA assistance, is set to bring significant increases in tax revenue to the local taxing jurisdictions. Over the course of the 22-year PILOT, the project is expected to generate nearly $14.9 million in taxes. Without the project, the property would only bring in approximately $9.2 million in taxes over that same time span. “Without the assistance of the Nassau County IDA, this project

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would not be economically feasible,” said Paul Amoruso, Managing Partner of Oxford Hospitality USA, LLC., a developer of the Jericho Plaza hotel project. “We are thankful for the NCIDA’s approval of this project that will provide new luxury lifestyle hotel accommodations, a spa, top-tier conference facilities, fitness center, indoor pool, upscale restaurant, new jobs and numerous additional economic benefits for Nassau County. We are getting the project underway and creating a welcomed asset for the area.” With any investment of this magnitude, there are many additional economic benefits that stem from it. The total economic benefit as result of the construction phase and permanent jobs over the course of the PILOT term is expected to be more than $86.4 million. Similarly, the construction and

operation of the hotel and conference center will provide taxing jurisdictions a net tax increase of more than $15.5 million. “Hotels and conference centers are major economic engines as they bring in both residents and non-residents that collectively generate a significant amount of spending for surrounding small businesses,” said Nassau County IDA Chief Executive Officer Harry Coghlan. “When you find projects poised for success, such as this one, the short-term tax benefits are quickly eclipsed by the long-term financial gain. Without the NCIDA’s assistance, a project like this may never get off the ground and our residents would ultimately be the ones to miss out on the opportunities to be created.” —Submitted by the Nassau County Industrial Development Agency

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he Nassau County Industrial Development Agency (NCIDA) has approved a transaction for JP Optionee LLC to develop, construct and operate an approximately 113,815 square-foot hotel and conference center located on 5.88 acres of underutilized land near the intersection of NYS Route 25 and the Long Island Expressway in Jericho. The project represents a more than $56 million investment into the community and is set to create 52 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs, as well as an estimated 231 direct and indirect jobs during the project’s construction phase. “The hospitality industry took a big hit as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, so this project represents a major confidence boost in the sector’s rebound as we enter 2022,” said Nassau County IDA Chairman Richard Kessel. “The hotel will also

Winter is here, which means that Long Island could be hit with heavy snowfall at any time. With this in mind, the Roslyn Water District (RWD) would like to encourage residents to adopt a fire hydrant this season by taking up the responsibility of keeping hydrants near their homes free of snow and ice, making it easier for firefighters to access them in case of a fire. It is a simple yet effective action through which residents can help their community while also potentially saving lives. “Snow can present a number of challenges to homeowners, but removing snow piles from fire hydrants can be one of the most important to tackle,” RWD Chairman Michael Kosinski said. “Every second counts for emergency responders when tackling an emergency situation, especially a fire. By digging hydrants out of the snow, residents are helping them save valuable time when firefighters need to hook up their hoses. It’s a quick

and simple way to help save a life.” Roslyn Water District officials know that their neighbors are among the most responsible and community-minded groups of people on Long Island and they are excited to see residents adopt hydrants around the district. Residents can take a photo of the hydrant they have adopted and post to Facebook using the hashtag #AdoptahydrantRWD and tag the district’s page, @RoslynWaterDistrict. Taking to social media will go a long way toward spreading the word about this potentially lifesaving activity that anyone can do. The district also asks that residents consider assisting any friends, family or neighbors who are not able to clear their hydrants on their own. Residents who leave their homes during the winter season are asked to notify neighbors who can make sure that hydrants are still clear of snow and ice while they are out of the area. —Submitted by Roslyn Water District

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ericho High School is excited to welcome Andrea Hernandez Gallegos as a new world language teacher, who has taught English in Mexico and Spanish in the United States. Before moving to the United States from Mexico, Hernandez Gallegos received her bachelor’s degree in teaching English and worked as an English teacher. She received most of her education in Mexico, attending the Regional High School of San Juan and receiving her bachelor’s degree at the Autonomous University of Aguascalientes. When she came to the United States, she considered various job options. “The first thing that came to my mind was, well in Mexico, I was an English teacher, so maybe here I can be a Spanish teacher,” she said. After coming across the application for a position as a Spanish teacher at Jericho High School, Hernandez Gallegos was eager to work here. “I read about the school, that it was ranked the top school in New York state, and it sounded like a great place

Andrea Hernandez Gallegos has taught English in Mexico and Spanish in the United States. (Photo courtesy of JerEcho) to work,” she said. She knows that learning another language can be very stressful and anxiety-inducing, and she wishes to

make her students feel like they’re in a safe space when they are in class. “Mistakes are welcome because it’s a part of the process of learning,”

Hernandez Gallegos stated. She also said that a good way to learn a language is to look for opportunities to practice the language. Hernandez Gallegos is impressed with Jericho students’ work ethic. “Students really care about learning, it’s not just about getting a grade,” she said. Outside of school, Hernandez Gallegos enjoys reading, going out for walks, and cooking. She said, “I love cooking. If I see a recipe that interests me, I have to try it.” According to other members of the Jericho High School staff, Hernandez Gallegos is a talented teacher who knows how to teach Spanish in a way that both educates and engages students. World Language Curriculum Associate Dr. Chan said, “Ms. Hernandez Gallegos gave a very impressive demo lesson. Jericho High School is looking forward to continue learning from Ms. Hernandez Gallegos both in and outside of the classroom.” —Submitted by JerEcho—Jericho high school’s student newspaper

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR PROPOSAL FOR ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FROM THE BUILD BACK BETTER INITIATIVE Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to state Assemblyman Charles D. Lavine (D–Glen Cove) and submitted for publication. Dear Assemblyman Lavine, My name is Chester McGibbon, and I am a constituent in the 13th State Legislative District, residing in the Incorporated Village of Westbury. Regarding the above referenced subject matter and the

emphasis placed on improving and creating a cleaner, greener environment, I am proposing that considerations be given to assist homeowners with the removal of underground oil tanks used for heating purposes. Homeowners here in Westbury with such tanks, many of which were built in the 1940s to the 1950s, are faced with the tremendous financial costs of having such

tanks removed and at the same time having to contend with the risk of causing an environmental disaster the longer these tanks remain underground storing such a corrosive commodity. I am proposing that homeowners be assisted with some form of grant to relieve them of the financial burden. While on the topic of clean air, I am also asking you to use your

good office to argue for a smoother and less complicated process for homeowners seeking to convert from oil to gas as an alternate source of energy. The process here in Westbury, in my view, comprises unnecessary hoops, slowing down the transition. Hoping you will find it possible to accommodate my requests. —Chester McGibbon

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Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s Latest MTA Audit Is Must Reading State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s “A Review of Capital Needs and Resilience at the MTA” (Report 14-2022 December 2021) is very informative if you want a better understanding for the current state of affairs when it comes to the MTA Capital Program. After Super Storm Sandy in 2012, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) provided several billion dollars in Recovery

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It would be reasonable to assume that these critical projects would have been completed several years ago. Super Storm Sandy took place in 2012. Why nine years after Super Storm Sandy, is construction work still under way today for many projects? Why nine years after Super Storm Sandy have some projects yet to start? According to DiNapoli’s report for Superstorm Sandy Projects, “New York City Transit has completed $2.7 billion (46 percent) of its $5.9 billion storm program including repairs to and mitigation of all nine subway tunnels. Give them full credit for this, but what about the more than $1.2 billion (21 percent) of projects that have not yet begun. This includes

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Continued from previous page advertised and awarded to the construction contractor? When was a “Notice to Proceed to the contractor issued?” When did the contractor begin mobilization of work forces and materials necessary to start? What is the agreed upon construction schedule between MTA Office of Capital Construction or NYC Transit and the contractor for completion? What is the anticipated completion date? Is each project proceeding on schedule and within budget? Has there been any change order to the contract based upon unforeseen site conditions or last-minute changes in scope requested by the user groups who operate and maintain the facility? If so, how many and how much did they cost? I remember the proposed NYC Transit Culver Yard project when still working for FTA. Having federal funds sitting in approved grants for several years not being fully spent or accounted for under approved contracts is a disappointing story. Delays in the initiation and completion of this project, be they FTA formula (MTA averages receipt of $1.5 billion yearly), discretionary, Super Storm Sandy Recovery and Resiliency or locally funded may indicate that the MTA has insufficient resources and technical

construction. The MTA also has $1.575 billion worth of projects that are not yet under way. This includes $1.209 billion NYC Transit, $569 million LIRR and $463 million Metro North Rail Road. How do you make the case for Washington to increase the amount of federal funding when you can’t spend billions that you already have to complete capital projects? The Long Island Rail Road has only completed 20 percent of its $569 million program with 54 percent not yet under way. Projects still waiting to be started include $179 million for restoration of the East River Tunnels and $128 million for shops and yards. This includes resiliency measures in the West Side Yards and portals including the Long Island City Yard and the East River Tunnel Queens entrances.

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HICKSVILLE STUDENTS HONORED BY NASSAU BOCES FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT Five Hicksville UFSD students, all of whom are attending Nassau BOCES Barry Tech, earned a number of awards for their respective achievements. These exceptional scholars excelled in their respective fields of study and are well prepared to enter the workforce, or to continue their education at career colleges and technical universities. Cosmetology students Gabriella Gay-

nor and Jessica Minutillo both earned the CTE Achievement Award. Two Construction Trades students were also honored; Luis Josephs-Rodriguez with the Outstanding Student Award, John Sullivan with the CTE Achievement Award. Eric Gomez, who is studying Power Sports and Engine Repair, received the Outstanding Student Award. —Submitted by Nassau BOCES

Luis Josephs-Rodriguez (third from left) of Hicksville is congratulated on his award by (from left) Christopher Barry, Nassau BOCES Board Vice President Deborah Coates, President Susan Bergtraum, trustee Fran Langsner and principal Peter Dalton.

John Sullivan (center) of Hicksville is congratulated on his award by (from left) Christopher Barry, Vice Principal Dr. William Poll, Board Vice President Deborah Coates, President Susan Bergtraum, Trustee Fran Langsner and Principal Peter Dalton.

Massapequa High School juniors Lily DiBenedetto (left) and Juliana Cole painted a mural in a social studies classroom to symbolize the United States and New York. (Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District)

STUDENT-ARTISTS LIVEN UP MASSAPEQUA CLASSROOM The artistic talents of two Massapequa High School students have left a social studies classroom a little more colorful. Juniors Juliana Cole and Lily DiBendetto recently completed a mural that celebrates the history of the United States and New York. Social studies teacher Robert Vath reached out to art teacher Julie Thornton about adding a mural to his classroom. Cole came up with the concept, which included an American flag as well as a scene of the Brooklyn Bridge,

One World Trade Center and other New York City skyscrapers at sunset. Then, she and DiBendetto got to work, painting it around the door inside the room. They worked during their lunch periods and after school to complete the floor-to-ceiling masterpiece, which spans more than 12 feet in length. Cole is a student in the drawing and painting class and DiBendetto is taking computer art and design this year. —Submitted by the Massapequa School District

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PASADENA MAKES A PROMISE FOR PEACE Students at Pasadena Elementary School in the Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District recently unveiled a Peace Pole in honor of World Kindness Day. World Kindness Day is a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world. The school held a brief outdoor ceremony unveiling the new Peace Pole that is planted in front of the building. Jodi Marchese, assistant principal at Pasadena, unveiled the pole after Superintendent Dr. Mary O’Meara said a few words to the students. The 4th grade chorus sang Peace Round arranged by Jean Ritchie for their fellow students and teachers. Each Peace Pole bears the message May Peace Prevail on Earth in different languages on each of its four sides. It is estimated that there are

over 250,000 Peace Poles worldwide dedicated as monuments to peace. Planting a Peace Pole is a way of bringing people together to inspire, awaken and uplift the human consciousness the world over. The Pasadena Peace Pole is registered on the global site found here: www. peacepoleproject.org/plantpeacepolemap. The Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District continues to promote the importance of acceptance and kindness among students and staff. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can be found on the District’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pobschools/. —Submitted by the Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District

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Farmingdale High School Celebrates College Athletics Commitments eventeen Farmingdale High School seniors were acknowledged for their commitments to collegiate athletic programs during a recent ceremony in the lecture hall at Farmingdale High School. Students, dressed in attire representing their future colleges, were given introductions by their coaches then gathered on stage. Administrators, coaches and athletes’ families celebrated this extraordinary accomplishment. Five of the athletes are planning to play baseball next year. Michael Maggio will play at SUNY Albany, Nicholas Napolitano will play at Caldwell University, Steve Licata has committed to Purchase College, John Pulos will head to

headed to LIU Post and Shannon McGowan will attend Mount St. Mary College. Shannon McGowan will also be playing soccer at Mount St. Mary College. Other soccer players who signed letters of intent were Emma Best, who’s playing next year at Mercy College, Ashley Pantano is headed to Salisbury University and Jenna Seventeen Seniors were congratulated for their commitments to collegiate athletic Ruffini committed to Adelphi programs. (From left back row); Steve Licata, Nicholas Napolitano, John Pulos, Jeremey University. Horowitz, Michael Maggio, Ryan Woodland, Danny Seaman, Anthony Bilello and Jack Agres For more information (From left front row): Jenna Ruffini, Ashley Pantano, Emma Best, Shannon Michael, about the Farmingdale Union Shannon McGowan, Alexis Lopos, Katie Hickey and Erin Hickey Free School District, visit the (Photo courtesy of The Farmingdale School District) district’s website at www. SUNY Brockport and Jeremy University, Anthony BilelHickey will be playing lacrosse farmingdaleschools.org and like the Facebook page: @ Horowitz will attend Utica lo will play at Binghamton at Clemson University, Katie FarmingdaleSchoolDistrict. College. University, Danny Seaman Hickey will play at Franklin —Submitted by the Nine seniors will play has committed to St. John’s Pierce University, Alexis Lopos Farmingdale Union Free lacrosse next year. Ryan University and Jack Agres is committed to Anderson UniSchool District Woodland will play at Hofstra headed to Mercy College. Erin versity, Shannon Michael is

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Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato recently hosted a celebration of the Nassau County and Long Island championship teams from Locust Valley High School. Along with the coaches and administration from Locust Valley High School, as well as parents in attendance, Supervisor Saladino and Receiver Pravato commended these outstanding athletes from the boys soccer Class B Nassau County champions and the Nassau County and Long Island champion boys golf team. Each team Oyster Bay honored county and Long Island champions from Locust Valley High School. (Contributed photo) was presented with individual certificates of merit for their on-the-field perseverance, and commitment. In ad- championship winning team received special achievement on the field. success, which required dedication, dition to the certificates of merit, each a commemorative sign honoring their —Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Green Street Eatery Opens The Levittown Chamber of Commerce was recently joined by elected officials and friends to celebrate Green Street Eatery with a ribbon cutting. Green Street Eatery opened up its doors a few months ago at 7 Emerson Ave. in Levittown offering a vegan and gluten-free menu with tacos, sandwiches, bowls, nachos, fries, smoothies, desserts and more. They have a brunch menu on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Green Street folks also do catering. Stop in to say hello to Matt and Lauren Korsky as well as co-owner Caroline Weaver. Check out the menu at www.greenstreeteatery.com or call 516-806-2557 for more information about Levittown’s latest eatery. (Photo courtesy of Tara Cassano)

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A North Shore student group organized a pickleball tournament to raise funds for NOSH, a program of the North Shore Soup Kitchen (NSSK). In September, Alistair Wright, a junior at Locust Valley’s Friends Academy, tore a ligament in his ankle while playing tennis. Wright, who lives in Douglaston, knew he’d be out of commission for a few months and, in his words, “I wanted to make good use of my time.” He was told about a fire sustained at NOSH’s former headquarters and the loss of equipment and food. “I chose NOSH as the beneficiary for a fundraising event because through other volunteer work I had learned how widespread food insecurity is,” Wright stated. He saw a real need to raise both money and awareness and organized Rally for Hunger to benefit NOSH. Fellow Friends tennis team member Daniel Duke, and school friends Austin Notaris, Russell Notaris and Quinn Dougherty helped Wright build a plan and identify resources for Rally for Hunger. The head of Robbie Wagner’s Tournament Training Center in Glenwood Landing immediately agreed to donate his training venue for the event. Wright created a website and designed flyers that were posted throughout North Shore locations to create awareness of the event. He also spoke at several churches. The students’ plan of action included involving event sponsors; they elicited the support of Great Neck Podiatry,

Pickleball Tournament raises $4,500 for NOSH, a program of the North Shore Soup Kitchen (NSSK). (Contributed photo)

The Law Office of Ann-Margaret Carrozza, Glen Head Pharmacy, Ciro’s Pizzeria, Co-Co Confections & Coffee, Youngs Farm, Top Prep Academy, Icon Properties, Chillato, Gemelli and Pezzi Pizza. Present at the Rally for Hunger tournament was NSSK/NOSH board member and fundraising chairman Renee Swanson of Sea Cliff. “I’m so impressed that such young people as Alistair and his Rally for Hunger team recognized the need and stepped up with such a well-thought-out and executed event,” stated Swanson. As a result of this fundraiser, NOSH, a program of the North Shore Soup Kitchen (NSSK), which delivers weekly food supplies to more than 500 families living in Bayville, Glen Cove, Roslyn, Locust Valley and Sea Cliff , is now $4,500 further along in fundraising to support its vital work. —Submitted by Rally for Hunger

Sid Jacobson JCC invites members of the community to participate in an outdoor day of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the JCC. Organized by the JCC’s Center for Community Engagement and funded by UJA-Federation, the day offers various safe ways to give back, including a drive-through assembly event creating care packages for local seniors, a New York Blood Center blood drive and donation collections to benefit local organizations. The outdoor service project taking place from 1 to 3 p.m. will be a safe drive-through assembly event creating 240 care packages for local seniors. After the packages are assembled, volunteers will be given the name and address of a senior for delivery. All volunteers are asked to purchase one easy-to-grow indoor plant to add to each care package. such as succulents, aloe vera, ferns, English ivy and spider plant. At the same time, the JCC will be collecting donations to benefit local organizations including: new or gently

used children’s books to benefit Book Fairies, used cell phones to benefit Verizon Wireless’ HopeLine for domestic violence, clothes and household goods to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters Long Island, non-perishable food to benefit SJJCC’s Community Needs Bank, used eyeglasses to benefit the Lions Club, and gently used shoes to benefit NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). From 1 to 7 p.m. that day the JCC will host an indoor blood drive in response to an emergency blood shortage. All donors will be entered in a raffle to win a Mirror Home Gym and 12 months of membership. Appointments are preferred, walk-ins will be welcomed if space permits. In accordance with SJJCC COVID protocol, all donors must be fully vaccinated and masks are required. To learn more or to register to volunteer or donate blood, visit www. sjjcc.org/mlkday or contact Linda Samet, Supervisor of Volunteer Services, Sid Jacobson JCC, at lsamet@ sjjcc.org or 516-484-1545 ext. 149. —Submitted by Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center

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Jeff Dunham The ventriloquist brings his “Seriously?” tour to the UBS Arena, UBS Arena, THURSDAY, JAN. 20 2400 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. Show Eli Young Band time at 3 p.m. Tickets start at $90. Visit Multi-platinum hitmakers play The www.ubsarena.com/events for info. Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, at 8 p.m. Standard tickets Free Throw Contest from $24.50 to $54.50. COVID-19 proHosted by the Holy Family Council tocols apply. Visit www.paramountSATURDAY, JAN. 15 Knights of Columbus at 1:30 p.m. ny.com or call 631-673-7300. at Holy Family School New York Bridal & Wedding Expo Gym, 17 Fordham Nazis on Long From noon to 5 p.m. at Nassau Live Ave., Hicksville. Island Center, home of the Nassau Veterans Webinar and Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Open to boys panel discusTpke., Uniondale. Also on Jan. 16. Visit and girls, ages 9 through 14. sion from 2 www.nassaulivecenter.com for info. Registration to 3 p.m. opens at 1 by the Hop.m. Conlocaust tact John MemoKlos at 516 rial & Tolerance 735-3066. Chris Lane At the Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, at 8 p.m. “Fill Them Boots Tour” with special guests Lily Rose and Ernest. Tickets start at $35. Visit www.paramountny.com or call 631673-7300.

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Center. Focuses on the German American Bund’s Camp Siegfried, which operated in Yaphank in the 1930s. Visit www.hmtcli.org/events for a link.

ONGOING Self-Serve Family Crafts Through Jan. 31 at the Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. Enjoy seasonal, self-serve crafts in the workshop. Free with admission. Visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org or call 631-367-3418. All Aboard: Trolleys and Trains on the North Shore Through Jan. 2022 at the North Shore Historical Museum, 140 Glen St., Glen Cove. An overview of the impact of rail transportation on the North Shore of Long Island. Call 516-801-1191 or visit www.northshorehistoricalmuseum. org for info. Tour Coe Hall Offered Wednesdays through Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through Jan. 31 at Planting Fields Arboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Rd., Oyster Bay. Visit select rooms on the main and second floors as well as the Cloister Garden. Admission is $10/adults, $9/Seniors 62-plus, $5/youth 11-17. Visit www. plantingfields.org for more info.

POLICE REPORT Police Respond To Great Neck Apartment Fire

The Public Information Office reports the details of a building fire that occurred on Dec. 30 at 9:47 p.m. in Great Neck Plaza. According to police, Sixth Precinct officers responded to a call for an apartment building fire located at 15 Clent Rd. Upon arrival, police with the assistance of local fire departments were able to evacuate the building residents to safety. The New Hyde Park Fire Department responded to extinguish the flames and was assisted by several other fire departments, including those from Roslyn, Port Washington, Albertson, Garden City Park and Carle Place. Three residents injured during the fire were transported to a local hospital for smoke inhalation. One of these victims also suffered burns. The Red Cross also responded to assist with displaced residents. Arson/Bomb Squad Detectives and Fire Marshals were also at the scene. The fire does not appear to be suspicious at this time. Investigation is ongoing.

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The Third Squad reports the arrest of a Lakeview woman for the assault on a police officer that occurred on The Sixth Squad reports the details Jan. 1 at 1 a.m. in Carle Place. According to detectives, police were of an arrest for the unauthorized practice of a profession that occurred dispatched for a disturbance that had occurred at a Holiday Inn located at on Dec. 31, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in Sea 369 Old Country Rd. Shortly after ofCliff. ficers arrived at scene, they observed According to detectives, 54-yearan adult male and female verbally old defendant Laura Parker Russo was at her home residence where she arguing. While attempting to separate the two, the female, now known as administered an injection of what is 28-year-old defendant Amber Dickbelieved to be a COVID-19 vaccine ens, became physically combative. to a 17-year-old male victim. The male victim went home and informed Officers attempted to restrain her and she flailed her arms, striking an officer his mother what had occurred. The multiple times, causing substantial mother had not given permission or authority to have her son injected with pain to the officer’s neck, right knee a COVID-19 vaccine and called police. and right wrist areas. Dickens did also After an investigation was conducted, push the officer and spit in another officer’s face before finally being placed it was discovered that Russo is not a medical professional or authorized to under arrest. Dickens was transported by a Nassau County Police ambulance administer vaccines and was placed to a nearby hospital for assessment. A under arrest without incident. police officer was also transported to Russo is charged with New York a nearby hospital for the treatment for State Education Law Unauthorized injuries sustained. Practice of a Profession. She was Dickens is charged with assault of a released and issued an appearance ticket returnable to First District Court police officer, second-degree obstructing government administration and in Hempstead on Jan. 21.

resisting arrest. She was arraigned in First District Court on Jan. 2.

Man Succumbs To Injuries In Massapequa House Fire

The Homicide Squad is investigating a house fire that occurred in Massapequa on Jan. 2 at 6:05 a.m. According to detectives, Seventh Precinct Police responded to a group residence located at 3 Camp Rd. for a working house fire. Upon arrival, police observed smoke coming out from the second floor. All residents had exited the home except for a 54-yearold male still on the second floor. The 54-year-old man was later identified as Salvatore Strano, who was pronounced deceased by a hospital staff. The Massapequa Fire Department was on scene to extinguish the fire and to remove the victim from the home. The Massapequa Fire Department transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. Also transported were two 74-year-old males and a 60-year-old male that suffered burns to his face and hands. The Nassau County Fire Marshal was on the scene along with Arson Bomb Squad detectives. The investigation is ongoing.

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FARMINGDALE Frank T. Logan III, Lt. Colonel Ret. USAF, 89, of Farmingdale passed away on Nov. 23. Proud Air Force veteran serving over 20 years. Beloved husband of 60 years to Barbara. Loving father of Frank T. IV (Cathy), Jennifer, Robert (Jacklyn) and Laura (Kathy). Treasured grandfather of Robert (Brenda), Valerie Schlosser (Steven), Rebecca (Kris), Melanie, Frank T. V and Frederick and great- grandfather of Derek, Naomi, Brody, Mila, Travis, Maverik and Nathan. Dear uncle and father figure to Agnelo Azulay, Ramona Azulay, Sheryl Franklin, Scott Gipson, Tony Shipman

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MANHASSET LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals Pursuant to the provisions of the Code of the Town of North Hempstead, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Zoning Appeals of said Town will conduct a Zoom meeting, on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 10:00am as permitted by a recent change in the NYS Open Meetings Law, and based on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, to consider any matters that may properly be heard by said Board, and will hold a public hearing on said date to consider applications and appeals. The following cases will be called at said public hearing. APPEAL #21160 – Rahul Mathew; 18 South Dr., Manhasset, Section 3, Block 90, Lot 112; Zoned Residence-B Variance from § 70-40.A to construct additions to a home too close to the street. The full list of cases for this calendar may be obtained at www.northhempsteadny.gov. All interested persons should appear via the Zoom link below and will be given an opportunity to be heard at such meeting and/or hearing. The Town Board room will not be open to the public and there will be no in-person access to the hearing. All documents pertaining to the above appeals are available via email at bzadept@northhempsteadny. gov The live Zoom hearing may be accessed at https://us02web. zoom.us/j/89278469762 or via phone at +1 929 436 2866 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 using webinar ID: 892 7846 9762. Additionally, the public may view the livestream of this meeting at https://northhempsteadny.gov/ townboardlive. Should you wish to participate in an appeal hearing, it is recommended that you register in advance by sending an email to bzadept@northhempsteadny. gov no later than Friday, January 21, 2022. Please include your first and last name, street address, email address, any prepared written comments/ questions and the appeal number you wish to be heard on. Comments will be limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Members of the public can email written comments or questions addressed to the Board. Written comments must be received 60 minutes prior to the meeting. Questions and/ or comments which are timely submitted will be accepted and made a part of the record. DAVID MAMMINA, R.A., Chairman; Board of Zoning Appeals 1-12-2022-1T-#229097-MAN

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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING Board of Zoning and Appeals Village of Plandome Heights NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Board of Zoning and Appeals, Village of Plandome Heights, will hold Public Hearing on January 24, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. remotely, via videoconference only, with no “in person” location, as authorized pursuant to NYS Legislation enacted September 2, 2021 (S.50001/A.40001), for: 1. Application of Daniel Hsu and Courtney Darling, owners of premises at 135 Bay Driveway, Plandome Heights, NY, Section 3, Block 170, Lot 6 on Nassau County Land and Tax Map, for variances from §1408 and §140-12 of Village of Plandome Heights Code, to allow construction of addition to existing single family home that, as proposed, would result in: rear yard of 20’-8”, where minimum required rear yard is 30’; and a front yard of 14’, where minimum required front yard is 31’-6”, which is the average established front yard of adjacent buildings. Application and plans are on file in Village Office, 37 Orchard Street, Manhasset, NY, and may be examined during business hours: Monday-Thursday 9AM-4PM, Fridays 9AM-3PM. All interested parties may attend the Hearing remotely, via Zoom videoconference, using the access number and code to be provided on the Village’s website prior to the hearing date. Please check the Village’s website, www.plandomeheights-ny.gov The hearing will be recorded and later transcribed. All persons remotely accessing/ attending the Public Hearings will be given an opportunity to be heard. Eugene O’Connor, Chairman Board of Zoning and Appeals Village of Plandome Heights January 5, 2022 1-12-2022-1T-#229197-MAN LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING Board of Zoning and Appeals Village of Plandome Heights NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Board of Zoning and Appeals, Village of Plandome Heights, will hold Public Hearing on January 24, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. remotely, via videoconference only, with no “in person” location, as authorized pursuant to NYS Legislation enacted September 2, 2021 (S.50001/A.40001), for: 1. Application of Avtar Raince, owner of premises at 102 Plandome Court, Plandome Heights, NY, identified on Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 3, Block 25, Lot 113, for variances from §140-11, §140-20B and §14023A of the Code of the Village of Plandome Heights, to allow construction of a 2-story rear addition, 1-story side addition and attached garage addition, while retaining as an acces-

sory structure an existing detached garage proposed to be used not as a garage but as a recreational space accessory use, all of which, as proposed, would result in: (1.) an aggregate side yard of 31.6’, where minimum required aggregate side yard is 40’; (2.) a driveway width of 24.4’ to a 2-car garage, where a maximum width of 22’ is permitted; and (3.) conversion of an existing 26’ height detached garage in the rear yard, to a recreation accessory structure with the same 26’ height, where the maximum permitted height for a rear yard accessory structure is 15’. The application and plans are on file in the Village Office, 37 Orchard Street, Manhasset, NY, and may be examined during business hours: Monday-Thursday 9AM-4PM, Fridays 9AM-3PM. All interested parties may attend the Public Hearings remotely, via Zoom videoconference on January 24, 2022 at 7:30 p.m., using the access number and code to be provided on the Village’s website prior to the hearing date. Please check the Village’s website, www.plandomeheights-ny.gov The hearing will be recorded and later transcribed. All persons remotely accessing/ attending the Public Hearings will be given an opportunity to be heard. Eugene O’Connor, Chairman Board of Zoning and Appeals Village of Plandome Heights January 6, 2022 1-12-2022-1T-#229108-MAN

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF TRUSTEES INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF PLANDOME MANOR PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the Inc. Village of Plandome Manor will hold a public hearing and its regular public meeting on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 7:00 pm. Pursuant to Chap. 417 of the Laws of 2021, this meeting will be held by teleconference and/or videoconference. For more information on how this meeting will be held and how to participate in a teleconference and/ or videoconference please contact the Village Clerk or check the Village’s website at www. plandomemanor.com. The public hearing will consider the proposed fire protection contract and approval of budget for the Port Washington Fire District in connection with fire protection services for 2022. The public hearing will also concern the adoption of proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2022 entitled “Local Law No. 1 of 2022 amending §2252 of the Village Code of the Village of Plandome Manor entitled “definitions,” proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2022 entitled “Local Law No.

2 of 2022 amending §2257 of the Village Code of the Village of Plandome Manor entitled “Sky Exposure Plane (Height/Setback Ratio),” and proposed Local Law No. 3 of 2022 entitled “Local Law No. 3 of 2022 amending §225-6 of the Village Code of the Village of Plandome Manor entitled “Floor Area Ratio.” A copy of the proposed local laws can be found at www. plandomemanor.com BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES RANDI I. MALMAN VILLAGE CLERK Dated: January 7, 2022 1-12-2022-1T-#229298-MAN

PORT WASHINGTON LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of Twins Power Washing LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of the State (SSNY) on 9/15/2021. Office location: Nassau County. United States Corporation Agents, INC. designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 7014 13th Ave., Suit 202., Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: any lawful act. 1-19-12-5; 12-29-22-152021-6T-#228550-PORT LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals Pursuant to the provisions of the Code of the Town of North Hempstead, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Zoning Appeals of said Town will conduct a Zoom meeting, on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 10:00am as permitted by a recent change in the NYS Open Meetings Law, and based on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, to consider any matters that may properly be heard by said Board, and will hold a public hearing on said date to consider applications and appeals. The following cases will be called at said public hearing. APPEAL #21133 – Ronald Zdrojeski; 10 Hill Crest Rd., Port Washington, Section 5, Block 15, Lot 9; Zoned Residence-A Variances from §§ 70-31.B and 70-100.2.A to legalize a deck and planters too close to a side property line, and construct a fence that is too tall. Synopsis: The Board of Zoning Appeals previously granted the applicant’s appeal for a variance from §7031.B and denied the applicant’s appeal for a variance from §70100.2.A. Upon a motion and order of the Board of Zoning Appeals this matter is being restored to the Board of Zoning Appeals’ decision calendar for the purpose of rehearing the applicant’s appeal for a

variance from §70-100.2.A APPEAL #21161 – Ronald Rochester; 21 Marino Ave., Port Washington, Section 5, Block J, Lot 14; Zoned Residence-C Variance from §§ 70-100.1(B) & 70-208(F) to construct a rooftop deck on a non-conforming detached garage that is too close to the side and rear property lines. APPEAL #21162 – Michael Bisberg; 37 Second Ave., Port Washington, Section 5, Block 44, Lot 32; Zoned Residence-C Variances from §§ 70-52 & 70-208(F) to build an addition too close to the rear property line and increasing the non-conformity of the home. APPEAL #21106- William Monaghan and Courtney Sempliner; 33 Longview Road, Port Washington; Section 5, Block 134, Lot 18; Zoned: Residential-A Variance from §70-100.2(K) to relocate an existing generator to a location in the rear yard that is too far from the dwelling. APPEAL #21092 - 679 Port Washington Blvd., LLC (Alma Bank); 679 Port Washington Boulevard, Port Washington; Section 6, Block 2, Lots 115 & 277; Zoned: Business-A & Residence-C Variances §§ 70-203(T)(2)(j), 70-203(T)(2)(b), & 70-203(G) to construct a new bank with a drive-through bypass lane that interferes with internal circulation of the site, and a smaller landscaped buffer than required between a business district and residence district, and a smaller landscaped buffer than required between a property with a drive-thru facility and a residence district. APPEAL #20694.A – Geismar, LLC; 7 Harbor Park Dr., Port Washington, Section 6, Block 86, Lots 2a, 2b, 3; Zoned Planned Industrial District Variances from §§ 70-103(A), 70-159, 70-160.A & 70-160.C to construct additions to a building too close to a rear property line and front property line, with not enough parking and covering too much of the lot. The full list of cases for this calendar may be obtained at www.northhempsteadny.gov. All interested persons should appear via the Zoom link below and will be given an opportunity to be heard at such meeting and/or hearing. The Town Board room will not be open to the public and there will be no in-person access to the hearing. All documents pertaining to the above appeals are available via email at bzadept@northhempsteadny. gov The live Zoom hearing may be accessed at https://us02web. zoom.us/j/89278469762 or via phone at +1 929 436 2866 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 using webinar ID:

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892 7846 9762. Additionally, the public may view the livestream of this meeting at https://northhempsteadny.gov/ townboardlive. Should you wish to participate in an appeal hearing, it is recommended that you register in advance by sending an email to bzadept@northhempsteadny. gov no later than Friday, January 21, 2022. Please include your first and last name, street address, email address, any prepared written comments/ questions and the appeal number you wish to be heard on. Comments will be limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Members of the public can email written comments or questions addressed to the Board. Written comments must be received 60 minutes prior to the meeting. Questions and/ or comments which are timely submitted will be accepted and made a part of the record. DAVID MAMMINA, R.A., Chairman; Board of Zoning Appeals 1-12-2022-1T-#229096-PORT LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF SANDS POINT BOARD OF TRUSTEES PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Sands Point will convene to hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at eight o’clock in the evening via the Zoom App as authorized by N.Y. Legislature Bill No. S50001/A40001 signed into law by New York State Governor Kathy Hochul, to consider the following proposed local laws: New: 1) Proposed Local Law Amending Chapter 155 of the Village Code entitled, “Telecommunication Sites” and any other related chapters re small cell regulations Continued: 2) Consideration of a Proposed Local Law Amending Chapter 110 of the Village Code entitled, “Noise” 3) Consideration of a Proposed Local Law Amending Chapter 85 of the Village Code entitled, “Filming” 4) Consideration of a Proposed Local Law Amending Chapter 132 of the Village Code entitled, “Site Plan Review”; Chapter 145 entitled, “Subdivision of Land”; and Chapter 176 entitled, “Zoning” 5) Consideration of a Proposed Local Law Enacting Rules & Regulations re Fireworks 6) Proposed Local Law Amending Chapter 83 of the Code entitled, “Fences” and Chapter 176 entitled, “Zoning” 7) Proposed Local Law Amending Chapter 172 of the Code entitled, “Wells” and

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LEGAL NOTICES Continued from page 34 Chapter 176 entitled, “Zoning” While this public hearing will be open to the public, there will be no “in-person” attendance at Village Hall. All of the proceedings will be conducted remotely through the Zoom App by entering 233 481 3507 as the Meeting ID and 12345 as the Passcode, or by using the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/ j/2334813507? pwd= YTJDTVkzRmhPb3VIWTc4YW5zZFdTdz09 If any interested members of the public would like to provide comments at the hearing, comments can be e-mailed to liz@sandspoint.org or called in during the hearing at +1 (929) 205-6099, Meeting ID: 233 481 3507 and Passcode: 12345. At the aforesaid time and manner of Public Hearing, all those interested persons will be heard. BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF SANDS POINT Peter A. Forman, Mayor Liz Gaynor, Village Clerk 1-12-2022-1T-#229245-PORT LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF SANDS POINT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Sands Point will convene to hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at eight o’clock in the evening via the Zoom App as authorized by N.Y. Legislature Bill No. S50001/A40001 signed into law by New York State Governor Kathy Hochul, to consider the following the matter of a cable franchise renewal agreement by and between the Incorporated Village of Sands Point and Cablevision Systems Long Island Corporation/ Altice USA Management. Copies of said cable franchise renewal agreement are available for public inspection at the Office of the Village Clerk, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. While this public hearing will be open to the public, there will be no “in-person” attendance at Village Hall. All of the proceedings will be conducted remotely through the Zoom App by entering 233 481 3507 as the Meeting ID and 12345 as the Passcode, or by using the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/ j/2334813507? pwd= YTJDTVkzRmhPb3VIWTc4YW5zZFdTdz09 If any interested members of the public would like to provide comments at the hearing, comments can be e-mailed to liz@sandspoint.org or called in during the hearing at +1 (929) 205-6099, Meeting ID: 233 481 3507 and Passcode: 12345. At the aforesaid time and

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manner of Public Hearing, all those interested persons will be heard. BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF SANDS POINT Peter A. Forman, Mayor Liz Gaynor, Village Clerk 1-12-2022-1T-#229249-PORT LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING Board of Appeals Village of Baxter Estates NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Board of Appeals of the Village of Baxter Estates will hold a Public Hearing on January 26, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Office, 315 Main Street, Port Washington, NY, for: 1. Application of Erin and Marc Mastronardi, as owners of premises at 19 Central Drive, Port Washington, NY, Residence A zoning district, Section 5, Block 11, Lot 145 on Nassau County Land & Tax Map, for variance from §17516 of the Code of the Village of Baxter Estates, to permit installation of emergency electrical generating unit for an existing single family home, in a front yard, where generators are prohibited. Application and plans are on file in Village Office, 315 Main Street, Port Washington, NY, and may be examined during business hours: Monday-Thursday 9AM-4PM, Fridays 9AM-3PM. All interested parties may attend the hearing or send written communication to Village Office to be heard. Anyone requiring special assistance to attend should notify Village Clerk-Treasurer Christina R. Kiernan, at least 48 hours prior to hearing. All persons attending will be given an opportunity to be heard. William Haagenson, Chairman Board of Appeals Village of Baxter Estates January 5, 2022 1-12-2022-1T-#229255-PORT LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF SANDS POINT BOARD OF TRUSTEES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the owner of the property located at 2 Sterling Lane, Sands Point, New York, also known as Section 4, Block B, Lot 427 on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map (the “Premises”), is in Violation of §§ 52-1(A), 52-1(B), 52-1(C), and 83-10(A) of the Code of the Village of Sands Point. To wit: On December 21, 2021, December 28, 2021, and January 3, 2022, the Superintendent of the Building Department observed a broken, dilapidated, and partly destroyed red brick masonry wall on or adjacent to the Premises and the public right-of-way. The Superintendent of the Building Department also observed that adjacent and proximate to the dilapidated and partly destroyed red brick mason-

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ry wall were fallen trees and BY THE BOARD OF OF SANDS POINT Dated: Sands Point, New York branches, debris, tree stumps, TRUSTEES Peter A. Forman, Mayor January 7, 2022 and broken and whole pieces INCORPORATED VILLAGE Liz Gaynor, Village Clerk 1-12-2022-1T-#229299-PORT of red masonry brick, some of which are stacked into a pile. Broken pieces of red masonry brick strewn about the Premises in proximity to the same dilapidated and partly destroyed masonry wall on the Premises were also observed. The red masonry brick wall is in disrepair, structurally unsound, and creates a dangerous and negative visual impact on the surrounding community. The red masonry brick wall is broken, with approximately twenty-five (25) feet of the wall being completely missing. Parts of the of the red masonry brick wall appear to be crumbling. The pile of whole and broken bricks, fallen trees and branches, debris, tree stumps, and the pieces of broken brick strewn on the Premises, create an unsightly and dangerous condition at the Premises and the public right-of-way. Pictures depicting the aforementioned conditions at the Premises are available at Village Hall. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT: The Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Sands Point will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at eight o’clock in the evening via the Zoom App pursuant to Part E of Chapter 417 of the Laws of 2021, to consider authorizing the Village to make repairs to the aforementioned conditions. While this public hearing will be open to the public, there will be no “in-person” attendance at Village Hall. All of the proceedings will be conducted remotely through the Zoom App by entering 233 481 3507 as the Meeting ID and 12345 as the Passcode, or by using the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/ j/2334813507? pwd= YTJDTVkzRmhPb3VIWTc4YW5zZFdTdz09 If any interested members of Hi, I‛m the public would like to proWilliam William, vide comments at the hearing, a guide at the zoo! comments can be e-mailed to liz@sandspoint.org or called in during the hearing at +1 (929) 205-6099, Meeting ID: 233 481 3507 and Passcode: 12345. At the aforesaid time and manner of Public Hearing, all those interested persons will be heard. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT: An animal-filled alphabet with 26 letters, If the Board of Trustees authat‛s all you get. thorizes the Village to make repairs to the aforementioned You‛ll smile and laugh at the rhyme, conditions, pursuant to § 122guaranteed fun at family time. 3 of the Village Code, upon completion of the repairs at A new children’s book, ages 2-5, hardcover, 8.75 x 11.25 the Premises, the Board shall serve a notice of at least 10 Written by Emery Westfall - Illustrated by Mary Ann Kitchell days upon the owner of the Premises affected or improved, stating that such exAvailable at Amazon, Barnes & Nobel, Walmart and BookBaby penditure has been made, its purpose and amount, and that PRE-ORDER NOW at a specified time and place the Board will meet to make an assessment of the expenditure upon the Premises so improved.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). All animals have territorial zones, and you’re an animal, too. If someone comes unexpectedly into your territory, it’s only natural to bristle. You’ll try not to cross the boundary lines of others, and you’ll be assertive when it comes to defending your own. Some won’t understand where the lines are until you tell them. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’re clever and will figure out what needs to happen to get what you want. That’s the easy part. The hard part is figuring out the best thing to want. Pose this question inwardly. Ask your better angels to chime in. Ask for a vision. Watch the movie of your most hopeful future in your mind.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You really don’t care what a certain person does or doesn’t do regarding you, which is precisely how you maintain your power. To worry about your status in other people’s minds takes too much energy and would only steal focus from the very goals and intentions that make you so attractive. CANCER (June 22-July 22). The people around you were taught differently from the way you were. They’ll try to solve the problem with methods foreign to you while you watch in agitation, suspecting your way would have worked much better. Your restraint is the stuff of saints and scientists, lifelong learners and unconditional lovers.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’re very persuasive when you apply yourself. Of course, asking for what you want is a risk, and often an awkward one. This week, the awkwardness can work for you. Your vulnerability shows courage and makes you relatable. So, just ask. You’ll either learn from it or you’ll get exactly what you ask for. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You have a good sense for choosing people and should trust your natural leanings this week. When you’re not having any, try posing questions to yourself as prompts. For instance: If love were medicine, whose do you think would hold the best healing potential for you? SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Long ago, you set yourself up for good fortune then forgot about it. Now it’s like you’re finding money at the bottom of your sock drawer -- a fun gift from your past self that you can really use now. Pay it forward by doing something that will be helpful, delightful or whimsical to your future self. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You are an artist even when you don’t mean to be. You’ve a certain way of seeing things, and as you move toward that vision, others will see what you do whether you intend them to or not. Knowing your vision will be shared makes you want to bring more hope and happiness to your experience. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll take social risks in the name of fun, novelty, art and adventure. If rejected, you’ll quickly move on. This is why you succeed with people; you find the right ones for your brand of daring. Those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Trust is not a legality -- it’s a feeling. And like most feelings, it’s not always based on logic. Regardless of what the contract says or what arrangement was originally made, people are deciding moment to moment what to trust in the situation. Ever-aware of this, you’ll build something very special.

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Those who use bad manners to get what they want may not be bad people, rather just ill-informed or wrongly taught. Good manners are easy to learn and will bond people much more quickly. You’ll learn how to ingratiate yourself, get what you want out of a situation and simultaneously grow your social equity.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Just because a thing has no intrinsic value doesn’t mean it’s without great value entirely. You have your eye on an emblem of prestige or symbol of status, and there’s no need to feel the least bit silly about this aim. It matters in some way beyond what you can put into words, and not only to you.

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Fave Pianists Of Low Cut Connie’s Adam Weiner

ot unlike Alice Cooper, Low Cut Connie is actually one man. That would be frontman/ pianist/songwriter Adam Weiner, who originally founded his group as a four-piece back in 2010 before having it eventually evolve into his alter ego. The Philly resident toiled away for years before fully committing to becoming a full-time musician after President Barack Obama added the Low Cut Connie gem “Boozophilia” to his inaugural Spotify list, an event that has since become an annual occurrence. And while this gesture didn’t automatically gain Low Cut Connie a record deal, Weiner admits it was a game-changer. “When that happened, it was bizarre and earth shattering,” Weiner recalled. “When the list got put out for the first year in 2015, it was big news at the time. It was all iconic musicians—Nina Simone, Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan. Low Cut Connie was the ‘one of these things is not like the other’ part of the list. It didn’t necessarily change my career. It wasn’t that kind of thing. I knew it was time to quit my day job and put the gas pedal down with the band..” Since the pandemic hit, Low Cut Connie has changed gears and

kept the rock and roll mojo going via Tough Cookies, a livestream concert for a virtual audience streamed out of his South Philadelphia home since March 19, 2020. What began as a one-off gig, evolved into something far greater than its origins. “What started out as me with no setlist, no rehearsal and no plan basically turned into a variety show format where I do theme sets, tribute shows and interview all kinds of people,” Weiner explained. As someone who was originally inspired by seeing The Chipmunks live and being entranced as a four-year-old by Tom Hulce’s Mozart in the 1984 film Amadeus, Weiner was happy to share his favorite masters of the ‘88s with Long Island Weekly. Professor Longhair (December 19, 1918 to January 30, 1980) “He sort of created the world of New Orleans

rock and roll and R&B piano. He created it and he put a certain kind of rhythm into piano playing that hadn’t been there before. His emphasis was as a rhythm player much more than playing melody and that’s how I am as well. He’s a real hero of mine.” James Booker (December 17, 1939 to November 8, 1983) “He is the real kind of New Orleans piano. I don’t think anybody ever played better than him. Piano players all try to be the whole band. You’ve gotta try and be the rhythm section and lead at the same time and Booker was that. He was the whole deal. He didn’t need other musicians with him. Booker could play the phone book and make it interesting.” Jerry Lee Lewis (September 29, 1935 to present) “He sort of put the footprint down for all of us. He’s certainly the most exciting rock and roll piano player. Jerry Lee is technically proficient and a very skilled piano player.” Little Richard (December 5, 1932 to May 9, 2020)

“Like me, Little Richard wasn’t technically proficient. He was all heart and soul. I take a lot from Little Richard. To me, he was the greatest performer in rock and roll.” Elton John (March 25, 1947 to present) “He’s become a buddy and we all know that he’s just a phenomenal piano player. What he did was elevate the piano in music globally and that can’t be overstated. He’s that guy.” Visit www.longislandweekly.com to read a longer version of this story along with a full feature on Low Cut Connie.

Five Favorite Philly Facts Low Cut Connie’s Adam Weiner broadcasts his Tough Cookies livestream from his South Philadelphia home. Here are 10 fun facts about the City of Brotherly Love. 1. Largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 2. Second-most populous city in the Northeastern United States behind New York City. 3. Home of the first library, hospital, stock exchange and zoo. 4. Philadelphia has more public art than any other American city. 5. Philadelphia is one of 13 U.S. cities to have teams in all four major league sports. –Dave Gil de Rubio

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