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Glen Cove Community Votes On Bond Referendum

GCCSD wants to invest in district-wide safety, high school improvements

new handball courts.

The district’s current state aid rate on qualifying capital improvements is 33 percent. According to a newsletter the district sent to voters in the community, it is conservatively estimated that over 90 percent of the proposed projects will qualify for state aid, meaning the district will receive approximately $10 million in state aid. The district will likely be able to commence work in the summer of 2023.

On Dec. 6, members of the Glen Cove community headed either to Connolly Elementary School or the Glen Cove High School gym to vote on the 2022 Bond, valued at $30,552,621. The public voted 1,179 to 853 in favor of the bond.

“Buildings become extremely old... even with repairs,” said Dr. Maria Rianna. “I have to say, our maintenance and custodial staff has done its very best to keep things far greater than their life expectancy. But there comes a time that you can no longer do repairs and must have things upgraded. That’s really the focus of what we’re doing now.”

According to Ballotpedia, “a school bond election is a bond issue used by a public school district, typically to finance a building project or other capital project. These measures are placed on the ballot by district school boards to be approved or defeated by the voting public.”

With the monies the district would receive from the bond, new classroom and office hallway doors meeting state code, equipped with state-of-the-art automatic locking security door hardware, would be invested to across the district.

“The doors and the locks are antiquated actually,” Dr. Rianna said. “It’s a matter of more than just replacing the lock. It’s replacing the lock that will allow you to lock the doors from the inside.”

At Glen Cove High School, the district will invest into the reconstruction of all student science rooms and labs to meet curriculum demands.

“Our former Assistant Principal Michael Israel, who retired just this past year, graduated from the high school in 1974,” Dr. Rianna said. “These are the same exact science labs from 1974 and prior... Our concerns there are that we can’t use any of the closets, the sinks, the different items that are needed for safe lab experiences. Lab experiences are mandated, are required for Regents examinations. Our students are going above and beyond in their studies with dual enrollment courses and AP Science courses and yet we fall short in providing them the appropriate lab experiences. That is without question.”

The student cafeteria, kitchen and bathroom will receive renovations to meet Americans with Disability Act (ADA) requirements.

“If you are on crutches or in a wheel chair, you could not get your own lunch, because there is no space to walk down

the lunch line,” Dr. Rianna said. “We have lines going into the hallway and it creates a dangerously congested area as a result. We’re not doing this because we want something more pretty. We want something that is ADA compliant and is supportive of our students on a daily basis.”

The Courtyard Window Curtainwall will be replaced, increasing energy efficiency and health.

And the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioner (HVAC) system will also be replaced, as well as the student corridor lockers.

“We want to be able to have a system that works well in regard to the circulation of heat in that building,” Dr. Rianna said. “This is the original HVAC and if you were to look at it we’ve done repair upon repair upon repair. There are no more repairs to do.”

On the outside of the high school, the bond would fund a new synthetic turf field, tennis courts, tennis building and

Approved funds will be borrowed in phases, with a small portion of the funds borrowed in 2023 and the majority borrowed in 2024 and 2025. The money is only borrowed at times it’s needed. Over the life of the bonds, the average cost to a homeowner with a home assessed at $500,000 will be $12.50 per month.

Like the 2020 bond vote that never happened due to the onslaught of the pandemic in March of that year, this has been a controversial topic around the City of Glen Cove. Fliers posted around the community and posts on social media either state “Vote No” or “Vote Yes.” People are concerned about their wallets at a time of inflation and post pandemic challenges. But there is also the health, safety and prosperity of the community’s children at stake.

Dr. Rianna says that opposing documents of the bond that have been circulating contain much disinformation.

“Our financial issues are documented yearly, shared with the community,” Dr. Rianna said. “On our website, you can go back to the very first risk assessment I did when I got here. The mismanagement of monies caused us to be in a very dire, strained situation even back then. But we were able to change procedures so that we are aligned with the state comptroller’s auditing procedures and financial procedures.”

To learn more about the bond and the related capital projects, visit www.glencoveschools.org/district.

Suozzi Presents Purple Heart To Iraq War Veteran

On Saturday, Dec. 3, at the North Shore Historical Museum in Glen Cove, Congressman Tom Suozzi (D – Long Island, Queens) presented the historic and prestigious Purple Heart to Iraq War veteran Chris Levi of Melville.

“It’s never too late to do the right thing,” Suozzi said. “As I begin to close out my six years of service as a member of Congress, I recognize one of my greatest privileges is to honor our veterans. Today, I had the great honor to present the prestigious and historic Purple Heart to retired U.S. Army Corporal Chris Levi of Melville.”

Levi, who enlisted in the Army in 2003, lost both legs to an IED explosion in Iraq in 2008. On March 17, 2008, his unit was attached to an Iraqi Army unit, patrolling an area south of Sadr City, a suburb of Baghdad. Levi was in the front seat of a Humvee when a roadside EFP (explosively formed penetrator) detonated. The copper plate inside the EFP became a molten copper slug, tearing through the armor of the Humvee, talking off both of his legs and badly mangling his right arm.

The soldiers who initially responded to the blast thought Levi was dead; however, when he came to and realized the extent of his injuries he started yelling. Eleven minutes after the explosion, Levi was being operated on by a surgeon. It was the first of

more than 130 surgeries he would undergo, 30 of which were considered life-altering.

“Chris Levi is truly a remarkable human. Initially offered the Purple Heart while still hospitalized in Iraq, he insisted on waiting until his entire platoon had returned home before accepting the award. After several years and technical snafus within the VA, for which Chris holds no bitterness, it was my honor to award the well-deserved and long-overdue Purple Heart to Chris,” said Suozzi. “Today, a grateful nation said thank you to Cpl. Chris Levi.”

Saturday’s Purple Heart ceremony was planned in conjunction with Robert Chiaponne and Erle Mutz of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.

–Submitted by the Office of U.S. Congressman Tom Suozzi

Congressman Tom Suozzi presented the historic and prestigious Purple Heart to Iraq War veteran, Chris Levi of Melville. (Photo courtesy the Office of U.S. Congressman Tom Suozzi)

Glen Cove High School Students Collaborate With BID To Bring Art Downtown

Every year, the police booth on Bridge Street in downtown Glen Cove receives a holiday makeover from the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District. This year, however, the seasonal change includes original artwork from students in Glen Cove High School’s Art Club.

On Nov. 23, the students spent the morning painting the windows of the police booth as the first step in its transformation into a Gingerbread House for the holiday season. Under the direction of club advisor LeeAnn Palazzo, the students painted candy canes, wreaths, snowflakes and gingerbread people on the windows.

“The Art Club is honored to be a part of the window painting project downtown as students strive to earn hours to be inducted into the National Art Honor Society,” Palazzo said. “We look forward to other opportunities to get involved in the community through creating art.”

This project is the first in a new collaboration between the school district and the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District. Patricia Holman, executive director of the Glen Cove Downtown BID, said she plans to utilize the students’ talent in a series of seasonal transformations of the police booth.

“The police booth is a visible building in the center of downtown and is a prime spot for spreading holiday messages all year round,” Holman said. “We decorate the windows every season, and I thought this would be a good way to showcase the talents of the high school students.”

This group of Art Club students are

pending membership into the National Art Honor Society, a nationally recognized and prestigious society for Visual Arts students, according to Lawrence Nadel, Coordinator of Fine and Performing Arts at Glen Cove High School.

“Our Glen Cove High School students were given the phenomenal opportunity of working with our Glen Cove community through the Glen Cove Downtown Business

Improvement District,” Nadel said. “This winter, our students were asked to put their visual arts skills to the test by decorating the police booth windows in downtown Glen Cove. In addition, students were exposed to new arts materials and resources graciously donated by the BID. Our students will be able to understand cultural dimensions and contributions in the visual arts by brainstorming creative ideas for their own

unique Gingerbread House. We are grateful to Ms. LeeAnn Palazzo, their advisor and arts mentor, who supports them in these community-based and artistic endeavors.”

On the day of the project, the weather was mild and sunny. Students said they enjoyed putting their creative skills to use and having the opportunity to put their creative mark on a visible part of downtown. The Art Club students involved in the project were Cindy Galo, Phoebe George, Natalia Monsale, Nyann Petit, Phoebe Pinder, Sofia Sanchez, William Santamaria and Aurora Seery.

“I’m extremely grateful that the art honor society has been given opportunities like this to make art,” high school junior Phoebe George said. “A lot of other schools don’t support the arts like Glen Cove does, and it’s great to get hands-on experience.”

“I am very excited that the BID chose to team up with the talented kids of our school district to get our downtown ready for the holiday season,” said Councilwoman Danielle Fugazy Scagliola, a member of the BID Board of Directors. “It’s a win-win to be able to showcase our kids while making our downtown more attractive. I am confident it will look terrific.”

In addition to the painted windows, the police booth will be decorated with items purchased through the BID’s capital improvements fund, with Joseph M. Basile Electric putting the lights on the booth and securing the decorations. The end result will be a Gingerbread House in the middle of downtown.

Glen Cove VFW, American Legion Receive $10K County Grants

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 347 and American Legion Post 1765 have each received $10,000 Nassau County grantsfunds that will support their ongoing service to Glen Cove’s veterans and the greater community.

The grants, which are funded using a portion of Nassau’s federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allotment, came at an optimal time for both organizations. VFW Post 347 is still rebuilding from an August 2021 blaze that rendered the hall unusable. Both VFW Post 347 and American Legion Post 1765, like so many other institutions, are continuing to recover financially from economic disruptions caused by the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“For generations, the members of VFW Post 347 and American Legion Post 1765 have given back so much to the men and women who served our nation, and this grant program is just one token of

Nassau County’s appreciation for their service,” Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) said. “It is heartwarming to know that these organizations are receiving the resources they need to optimally meet the needs of their members and the greater Glen Cove community.”

“Our Post is especially proud of our legacy of donating money to special organizations, particularly those that focus on children’s needs,” American Legion Post 1765 Commander David Hubbard said. “We’re looking forward to being able to make these important donations once again, and we are thankful to Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton for her guidance throughout the process of securing this funding.”

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—Submitted by the Office of Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton

—Submitted by the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District

Art Club students Nyann Petit, Phoebe Pinder, Aurora Seery, Phoebe George, Natalia Monsale and Sofia Sanchez with Glen Cove Downtown BID Executive Director Patricia Holman and BID board member Danielle Fugazy Scagliola. (Photo courtesy the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District)

American Legion Post 1765 Commander David Hubbard (left) and Veterans of Foreign War Post 347 Commander Henry Nowicki in front of the VFW Post in Glen Cove. (Photo courtesy Peter M. Budraitis)

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THURSDAY, DEC. 15

Movie Showing - Cyrano

Starring Peter Dinklage, Haley Bennett, Kevin Harrison Jr., Ben Mendelsohn and Monica Dolan, the movie Cyrano will play from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Oyster Bay East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St. in Oyster Bay. Summary: Wordsmith Cyrano de Bergerac helps shy young Christian win the heart of Roxanne through love letters. The movie is rated PG-13 and runs for 123 minutes.

FRIDAY, DEC. 16

Holiday Stories And Crafts

At the Glen Cove Public Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave. in Glen Cove from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., preschoolers will enjoy making simple holiday crafts. This program is limited to Glen Cove Public Library cardholders. Visit www.glencovelibrary.org to register.

Chills & Thrills

The Chills & Thrills Blues Band will be returning to My Fathers Place at the Metropolitan in Glen Cove, 3 Pratt Blvd. The show will be at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.eppypresents. com to get tickets.

Visit The Locust Valley Library Craft-

ing Table

Drop into the Locust Valley Library’s Children’s Area, 170 Buckram Rd., any time the library is open and create a holiday decoration for the library or for home. Choose from a dog, a cat or a sweet dog bone. Please consider bringing a donation for the Cove Animal Shelter. Families can place their donation in “Bub’s Doghouse.” Those furry friends will appreciate it. No registration is required.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21

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Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life has been a beloved Christmas classic for many generations. Yet, when the film was released in 1946, it was a box-office flop and was largely forgotten—until it was rediscovered through endless airings on local TV stations beginning in the 1970s and on annual Christmas Eve broadcasts on NBC starting in 1996. This talk, which will go from 2 to 3 p.m., will examine the story of this movie. Presented by film historian Brian Rose. Visit www.glencovelibrary.org to register.

Woodland Winter Themed Ornament Teens and tweens are welcome to the Oyster Bay East Norwich Public Library, 89 E Main St. in Oyster Bay, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room to create some Winter-themed Woodland ornaments to hang around the home this holiday season. Visit www.oysterbaylibrary.org to register online.

SATURDAY, DEC. 31

New Year’s Eve Party

Happy New Year. Celebrate 2023 with the Glen Cove Mansion, 200 Dosoris Ln. in Glen Cove. Enjoy the cocktail party, plated dinner, DJ and dance party, starting at 8 p.m. and running through 1 a.m. Tickets for the New Year’s Eve party are $149. Make a weekend of it by attending the following New Year’s Brunch Buffet from 11 a.m. to 2

p.m., with tickets for the brunch $69. A discounted room rate is available. Visit www. themansionatglencove.com for tickets and more information.

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Breakfast/Brunch With Santa

Enjoy a breakfast or brunch with Santa Claus himself at the Mansion at Glen Cove, 200 Dosoris Ln., Glen Cove. The dates are on Dec. 4,10,11,17,18 and 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit www.themansionatglencove. com to get tickets.

Friday Night Live Jazz

Every Friday night is jazz night at the Cove Restaurant & Oyster Bar, 74 Shore Rd. in Glen Cove. The Bobby Katz Trio will be playing during dinner with the exception of Dec. 23 and Dec. 30. The shows begin at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 516676-1211.

Open Mic Night At Amalfi

Every Tuesday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. is Open Mic Night at Amalfi, 197 Forest Ave. in Glen Cove, hosted by David Lamm. All skill levels are welcome to show off their talent using the PA system, two microphones and available microphone covers. Tuesday also happens to be pasta night, so come on down.

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Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall Of Fame Opens To Public

The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) recently announced the grand opening of the organization’s first physical facility and Long Island’s very first Hall of Fame at 97 Main St. in Stony Brook Village. The location is near other Long Island cultural centers including The Long Island Museum, The Jazz Loft and The Reboli Center.

“We are thrilled our organization has found a permanent home in such a wonderful location,” LIMEHOF Chairman Ernie Canadeo said. “We’re excited to be able to share our world-class displays and unique memorabilia collection that showcases Long Island’s rich and diverse musical and entertainment history in new and exciting ways. We feature different and exciting exhibits, displays, videos and education offerings that make the center a dynamic place for people to visit on a regular basis.”

Founded in 2004, the nonprofit LIMEHOF is dedicated to the idea that Long Island’s musical heritage is an important resource to be celebrated and preserved for future generations. The organization, which encompasses New York State’s Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Kings (Brooklyn) Counties, was created as a place of community that inspires and explores Long Island music in all its forms. To date, the organization has inducted more than 100 musicians and music industry executives, and offers education programs, scholarships and awards to Long Island students and educators. LIMEHOF has strong associations and community support, including Catholic Health, which is the presenting sponsor and a strong supporter.

More than 250 guests and inductees recently attended a special VIP preview event on Nov. 22 to see the first exhibit. Inductees in attendance included founding and current members of Blue Öyster Cult (bassist Joe Bouchard, Albert Bouchard and drummer Jules Radino), Zebra (guitarist Randy Jackson, bassist Felix Hanemann and drummer Guy Gelso), The Brooklyn Bridge (Jimmy Rosica), Parrish Smith from EPMD, Granddaddy IU, and Twisted Sister (guitarist Jay Jay French and Mark “The Animal” Mendoza), Music journalist Wayne Robins, John Gatto from The Good Rats, singer/songwriter Jen Chapin, Paula Janis and Carole Demas of The Magic Garden , singer/songwriter Elliott Murphy, Ira Maltz, CSS Security. Stanton Anderson (Mark Fowler), LIMEHOF board member Sandra Taylor (daughter of LIMEHOF inductee Sam

Taylor) and Lawrence Worrell, stage name L.A.W. from Planet 12 (grandson of LIMEHOF inductee Sam Taylor) and more. There were also live performances by Zebra, The Blue Öyster Cult, Jen Chapin, Paula Janis and Carole Demas of The Magic Garden and other inductees.

North Babylon Resident Cliff Schlesinger was the first public visitor to the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame when it opened on Nov. 25. Schlesinger says he was most excited to see the first exhibit, “Long Island’s Legendary Club Scene–1960’s to 1980’s,” which is designed to be a club crawl through Long Island’s legendary ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s club scene.

“We used to go everywhere from Speaks in Island Park to The Mad Hatter in Stony Brook,” Schlesinger said. “We used to go everywhere… Twisted Sister and Zebra and all those bands so I can’t wait to see that exhibit.”

The first exhibit features replicas of clubs, with videos of artists performing, ads, posters, instruments and an exact replica of a typical 1960’s stage, with vintage equipment and sound system. There is also a permanent “Hall of Fame” with plaques and exhibits recognizing more than 120 inductees, as well as areas for a library, classrooms for educational programs and master classes, a surround -sound theater and a gift shop with music and entertainment themed memorabilia.

There is a wide range of compelling visual elements and rare artifacts on display throughout the building. Inducted artists who have donated their memorabilia include Billy Joel, Joan Jett, Debbie Gibson, Blue Öyster Cult, Twisted Sister and families and estates of Harry Chapin, Guy Lombardo, John Coltrane, and so many more. Donations include various musical instruments, performance outfits, vintage automobiles and motorcycles, rare posters and photos, handwritten lyrics and much more.

More than 500 public visitors came out to see LIMEHOF on its opening weekend. Also, LIMEHOF Inductee Richie Cannata performed on stage along with Mark Newman and LIMEHOF Long Island Sound Award Winner Kerry Kearney.

The Hall of Fame and Museum is open Wednesdays to Sundays, from noon through 5 p.m. Admission prices are adult $19.50, seniors (65+) and veterans $17, students (with identification) $15, children under 12 are free. Tickets can be purchased online at the www.LIMEHOF.org website and at the door.

—Submitted by the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame

Ribbon cutting at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame VIP Preview event on Nov. 22

North Babylon Resident Cliff Schlesinger becomes the first public visitor to LIMEHOF.

From left: Richard Branciforte, Cliff Schlesinger, Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Chairman Ernie Canadeo, exhibit designer Kevin O’Callaghan and board member Jim Faith (Photo Credit Ed Shin/LIMEHOF)

LIMEHOF inductees Paula Janis and Carole Demas of The Magic Garden (Photo credit: Photographer Ed Shin/Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame)

Cowbell donated by Blue Oyster Cult on display at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (Photo Credit LIMEHOF)

Farmingdale Wins Long Island Football Championship

Farmingdale has traditionally been one of Nassau County’s most decorated football programs. They have added another chapter to their storied history this season with convincing wins in the Nassau County and Long Island championship games. While titles have eluded them over the last few years, Farmingdale came back in dominant fashion in 2022.

The Dalers have finished this magical season with a 12-0 record. The Village of Farmingdale celebrated their champions with a parade down Main Street on Sunday, Dec. 4.

The season was capped in a thrilling Long Island Championship game against Ward Melville. Senior running back Tomaso Ramos carried the Dalers to victory. He rushed for an incredible 392 yards on 34 carries, ran for three touchdowns and had a touchdown reception as Farmingdale beat the Patriots, 42-20, in the Long Island Class I championship game at LaValle Stadium at Stony Brook University.

In addition to his ground and pound approach, Ramos added two receptions for 45 yards in the game which gave him 437 all-purpose yards. That established a new record for the Long Island Championships.

“I wasn’t expecting to do this at all, but when they call my name, I’ve got to go,” Ramos said after the game.

It was the second time that Farmingdale captured the Long Island title, the first coming in 2001. Legendary Farmingdale coach Buddy Krumenacker has

taken 10 teams to the Long Island Championships and has now come away with two wins.

“To play in the Long Island championship is great, but we’ve stumbled here,” Krumenacker said. “This is our 10th appearance. But I’d want to be here 10 times and lose eight than not be here. There’s no doubt about that.”

The road to the Long Island Championship started with a 35-0 win over Port Washington in the Nassau quarterfinals. That was followed by a 42-7 victory over Syosset in the semifinals. That set

up the Nassau County championship game against long-time rival Massapequa, the defending Nassau County champions.

Farmingdale wasted no time jumping out to a quick lead against Massapequa and ultimately ran away with the game. Quarterback Anthony Licci completed 14 of 17 passes for 235 yards and three touchdowns. Ramos rushed for 108 yards and two touchdowns and Joe Burriesci caught seven passes for 124 yards (two TDs) and recorded an interception.

Farmingdale showed its poise,

executing the two-minute drill in the waning moments of the first half. Licci led the Dalers on a threeplay, 65-yard drive that finished with a strike to Burriesci for a touchdown and 21-0 halftime lead. In the end, it all added up to a 38-7 win for Farmingdale at Hofstra’s Stuart Stadium and a trip to the Long Island Championships.

Throughout the three-game Nassau County playoffs, Farmingdale outscored its opponents 115-14. They captured their 17th Nassau County title in school history and the first title since 2015. The Dalers posted five shutouts this season and over the course of 12 games, outscored opponents, 510-101. Ramos finished the season with more than 1,000 rushing yards while Licci passed for over 1,000 yards.

“I’ve been dreaming of this since I was in elementary school,” Ramos said. “This is where I’ve always wanted to be.”

—James Rowan in an Anton Media Group contributor

Your 2022 Long Island Class I champions—the Farmingdale High School Dalers

Bruce Blakeman Nassau County Executive

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Hanukkah Greeting

On Sunday evening, Dec. 18, Jews around the world will come together to light the first candle of Hanukkah, otherwise known as The Festival of Lights. At its heart, this uplifting holiday is about the achievement of justice in the face of overwhelming odds. It is an opportunity to reflect on the triumph of liberty over tyranny, and in fact that miracles can happen even in the darkest moments. Though they were outnumbered in people and in means, the Maccabees’ dedication to their cause was unwavering, and thus these brave warriors emerged victorious over an oppressive Greek regime.

Hanukkah is the only Jewish holiday that celebrates a military victory. Because there is a tension in the Jewish tradition between the responsibility to defend the right to religious freedom and the reluctance to bear arms, the ancient Maccabees fought only

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when doing so was vital for survival. They went forth with great faith in our Creator, believing, in the words of our biblical prophet, Isiah, that “not by might and not by power but by the spirit of the Holy One” would they achieve victory. While fully knowing that it was their responsibility to fight for what mattered to them,

the Maccabees also hoped for miracles and prayed for wisdom. Their small beam of hope became a huge radiance of triumph and everlasting happiness for the Jewish people. This shining light, which burned continuously both in their hearts and in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem back then, illuminates Jewish homes and synagogues throughout the world today. The glow of the menorah reminds us of a just and loving Creator’s blessing, and of the countless sacrifices made over the centuries for faith and freedom. As American Jews, we owe a special debt of gratitude to the United States, for its offering us the greatest freedom of religious expression in our history.

During the eight days of Hanukkah, let us all be inspired by the knowledge that light can overcome darkness. During this season of light, let’s all renew

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our commitment to hope and to pray, to work and to sacrifice, and to bring about that blessed time when religious freedom will be a right, not just a dream, for all of humankind. May our readiness to defend ourselves never undermine our commitment to “seek peace and pursue it” and may this holiday season be a time of hope, happiness, peace and unity for all mankind. Amen.

Happy Hanukkah. Rabbi Dr. Moshe P. Weisblum

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Corruption, scandal and controversy is nothing new to the International Federation of Association Football (commonly known as FIFA), the governing body of international soccer. The Federation was indicted in 2015 on “racketeering [and] wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies, among other offenses,” allegedly had two members of its executive committee bribed to vote to have Qatar host the 2022 World Cup and in 2018 granted the World Cup to Russia, an authoritarian dictatorship that four years earlier had invaded a sovereign country and illegally annexed the Crimean peninsula.

Now we are seeing a repeat. FIFA has granted Qatar, another dictatorial regime with some of the highest inequality and poorest human rights in the world, the

chance to launder its reputation clean by the World Cup.

But what is uniquely appalling with this whitewashing scheme is the horrific human cost of Qatar’s stadiums. Forget the astounding $220 billion dollars that was sunk into the World Cup (which will all go away the instant the World Cup ends). Let’s talk about the more than 6,500 migrant workers who died building Qatar’s stadiums.

Take that in for a moment—6,500. To put that in perspective, that’s roughly two deaths a day for 10 years. And just what these poor migrant workers have had to endure at the hands of the Qatari government…

Slate reports that among migrant workers, “The withholding of wages and confiscation

of passports was common.” The Guardian reports that: “Guardian analysis indicates shocking figure over the past decade likely to be an underestimate… The findings, compiled from government sources, mean an average of 12 migrant workers from these five south Asian nations have died each week… The total death toll is significantly higher as these figures do not include deaths from a number of countries which send large numbers of workers to Qatar… Behind the statistics lie countless stories of devastated families who have been left without their main breadwinner, struggling to gain compensation and confused about the circumstances of their loved one’s death.”

The Guardian piece also details the personal accounts of those who died building FIFA’s stadiums.

Madhu Bollapally was found lying dead on his accommodation’s floor; the death was classified as heart failure. His wife and son that were left behind received $1,382 for his six years of work.

Mohammad Shahid Miah paid $4,320 to work in Qatar. He died

from electrocution when a faulty electrical cable contacted floodwater in his work camp. The debt Miah paid was passed on to his destitute parents. Qatar has provided no compensation to the Miah family.

Ghal Singh Rai paid $1,545 to work in Qatar. A week later he took his own life. It sickens me to read these stories. This was a very rare time when, in conducting research for a piece, I felt genuinely disturbed. What you’ve read here is just the tip of the iceberg.

I refuse to support this murderous regime. That’s why I’m not watching the 2022 Qatar World Cup, and I encourage all readers to do the same. I’m no soccer fan, but I love watching a soccer match and it is utterly unfair to the fans—who enjoy the beautiful form, tactics, competitiveness and athleticism of soccer—that the sport be ruined by the corruption of faceless executives and the spilling of innocent blood.

Matthew Adarichev is a public policy major at Hofstra University, a political activist and an aspiring journalist whose work has appeared in the Hofstra Chronicle and The Long Island Herald.

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Celebrating

Matthew Adarichev

Soccer fans across the world are tuning in to watch the 2022 World Cup. American fans reading this are probably feeling glum: the United States Soccer Team took a crushing defeat at the hands of the Netherlands on Dec. 3, losing 3 – 1. But underneath that devastating loss is something far more sinister. Scratch just below the glitzy surface of the Qatar World Cup and you unearth a treasure trove of horrendous human rights abuses on the part of the Qatari government in preparation for this year’s World Cup.

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If It Says N.Y.-Style Pizza—It Ain’t

Growing up on Long Island, a kid would sometimes just have to make a stand. You had to take a side. Some allegiances were built-in: your friends, your school, your Little League Baseball or Pop Warner Football team… These were no-brainers. But there were far more divisive decisions to be made that could easily set you and even your best pals or siblings tumbling across the lawn in disagreement. The Great Quisp vs. Quake Debate between me and my little brother raged on for months, as did the Bugs Bunny vs. Tom and Jerry campaign. Good Humor versus Mr. Softee “discussions” would often draw blood.

No quarter was taken here and none was given, as in the cases of: Yankees or Mets? Jets or Giants? Matchbox or Hot Wheels? Sgt. Rock or Sgt. Fury? Betty or Veronica? Officer Joe Bolton or Captain Jack McCarthy? And of course, Ginger or Mary Ann?

You can insert your personal bones of contention here: ___________.

These debates invariably carried over into what deli or pizzeria was “the best.” And the really great part about that is there were truly so many fantastic places to argue about. The Italian spectrum in Levittown included Domenico’s, Don Ciccio’s, Caruso’s and Sammy’s Inferno.

As for delis we had Torino’s and Fred’s and the half-dozen other nameless delis we just called the German Deli, Jewish Deli or the other Italian Deli. Toss in the grocery stores and bakeries and candy stores and that’s a lot of fodder to fight over.

And I have a theory that it is because of this variety and competition among the family-owned and -operated small businesses of not only Levittown, but most towns on Long Island from Mineola to Montauk, that Long Islanders have developed a more expert and discerning taste for food than almost every place else I have been. And I have been everywhere.

We Islanders might not agree on where the best pizza is to be had, but at least we know what pizza is. And that goes for bagels and pretzels and heroes and knishes and Lo Mien.

I once stopped at a “Chinese” Restaurant in Western Oklahoma and I ordered pork lo mien. I swear I got ramen noodles and bacon bits. It was then I only noticed there were no Chinese people actually working there. Never a good sign.

And chain pizza joints (from the seemingly dozens of faux-Italian crap factories) are to real pizza what Enya is to rock & roll. It just don’t work.

I have been to New York-style pizza places in Kansas, California, Tennessee, Louisiana and a dozen other states and if it says New York-style pizza—it damn sure ain’t. You can bank on that. If it says New York bagels and you ain’t in New York—it

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damn sure ain’t.

I think it’s okay if you think pizza should be made with gouda and asparagus and guacamole, but call it what it is. If it is your own misguided attempt to improve upon pizza, then say it. But don’t slander my state with your suspect culinary creativity.

If you want to put gooseberries and sunflower seeds on your bagels, go for it. But don’t say you got that idea on Long Island.

And if you think I might be making too much of out of this, I have to point out that though I have seen New Yorkstyle this and New York-style that from coast to coast, conversely I have never seen a place on Long Island advertising Memphis-style grits or Colorado-style bull fries or Kansas City-style chicken gizzards.

This is because, while fiercely protective of what we consider to be “that food of ours,” and how it is represented about the country, Long Islanders are not so presumptuous as to usurp another regional favorite as our own.

Let Buffalo have its wings.

Let Chicago have its deep dish.

Let Maine have its lobster roll and Maryland its blue-claw crab.

But leave our pizza and bagels alone.

And if you’re ever driving through Western Oklahoma and have a craving for Chinese Food, stay away from Bubba And Pedro’s Peking Palace.

Douglas Delaney is an author, playwright, documentarian and Levittown native who currently calls Kansas home.

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The Argyle Theatre, Long Island’s largest year-round professional theatrical venue, presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed and co-directed by Debbie Roshe, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. It performs through Jan. 1; the opening night was celebrated on Nov. 12.

Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for more than 13 years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end, and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

“This is a year of celebration at the Argyle; we have chosen four amazing shows that our audiences will love,” Argyle Theatre’s Artistic Director Evan Pappas said. “And what better way to kick off the new season with the magic of Disney’s

Beauty and the Beast.”

Tickets for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast are priced from $45 to $79 and may be purchased online at www.argyletheatre.com or by calling 631-230-3500.

For group rates and school trips, contact Marty Rubin, director of sales, by email at Marty@ArgyleTheatre.com.

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast will play Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Saturday afternoons at 2:30 p.m., and Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m., with select Tuesday evenings and weekday matinees throughout December.

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Lead Hazards In Toys

Many children get toys and toy jewelry as gifts during the holiday season. Some toys, especially some imported toys, antique toys, and toy jewelry may contain lead. Although lead is invisible to the naked eye and has no smell, exposure to lead can seriously harm a child’s health. Young children tend to put their hands, toys, or other objects—which may be made of lead or contaminated with lead or lead dust—into their mouths. If you have a small child in your household, make sure the child does not have access to toys, jewelry, or other items that may contain lead.

Lead may be found in the paint, metal, and plastic parts of some toys and toy jewelry, particularly those made in other countries, and also antique toys and collectibles.

In 2008, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) was signed into law, requiring toys and infant products to be tested to mandatory standards before being sold.

The use of lead in plastics has not been banned. Lead softens plastic, making a toy more flexible to return to its original shape. Lead may also be used in plastic toys to stabilize molecules from heat.

Lead dust can form on toys when some plastics are exposed to sunlight, air, and detergents that break down the chemical bond between the lead and plastics.

Lead also may be combined with other metals, such as tin, to create alloys that are used to make toys.

To reduce children’s risk for lead exposure, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) tests and issues recalls of current products that may potentially expose children to lead. Check the CPSC website (www.cpsc.gov/recalls) to be sure your child’s toys are safe. You can find photos and descriptions of currently recalled toys on that website.

Protect children from exposure to lead in metal and plastic toys, especially imported toys, antique toys, and toy jewelry. How can I test a toy for lead?

Only a certified laboratory can accurately determine how much lead is in a toy. Although do-it-yourself kits indicating the presence of lead are available, they do not show how much lead is present and their reliability at detecting low levels of lead has not been determined.

What should I do if I am concerned about my child’s exposure to lead in a toy?

If you think your child has been exposed to a toy containing lead, or if your child has a recalled toy, take away the toy immediately and contact your child’s healthcare provider. Most children who are exposed to lead have no symptoms. A blood lead test is the best way to find out if your child has been exposed to lead. Your child’s healthcare provider can help you decide whether a blood lead test is needed and can recommend appropriate follow-up actions if your child has been exposed. As levels of

Toy jewelry often contains a lot of lead.

lead in the blood increase, adverse effects from lead may also increase.

Lead in Toy Jewelry

What are the effects of wearing toy jewelry?

Just wearing toy jewelry that contains lead will not cause your child to have a high level of lead in their blood. However, young children often place their toys, fingers,

Lead exposure is preventable.

and other objects in their mouths as a part of their normal development. Chewing, sucking on or swallowing toy jewelry that contains lead will expose your child to lead.

Make sure children in your home do not have access to jewelry or other items that may contain lead. Additionally, regularly washing children’s toys and hands can prevent them from swallowing or breathing in lead or lead dust.

Regular handwashing can reduce lead poisoning.

If you think your child put jewelry containing lead in his or her mouth, take the jewelry away from your child and contact your child’s healthcare provider. Your child’s healthcare provider can help you decide whether a blood lead test is needed and can recommend appropriate follow-up actions if your child has been exposed. Many private insurance policies cover the cost of testing for blood lead, and blood lead testing for children enrolled in Medicaid is covered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). For additional information on local resources, contact the childhood lead poisoning prevention program in your area.

No safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Even low levels of lead in blood have been shown to affect a child’s intelligence, ability to pay attention, and academic achievement.

The good news is that childhood lead exposure is preventable.

—National Center for Environmental Health

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Five Healthy Eating Tips For The Holidays

Your recipe for staying on track no matter what’s cooking

‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and food—lots of food. Temptations are everywhere, and parties and travel disrupt daily routines. What’s more, it all goes on for weeks. How do you stick to your diabetes meal plan when everyone around you seems to be splurging? Here are five tips that can help:

1. Holiday-Proof Your Plan

You may not be able to control what food you’re served, and you’re going to see other people eating tempting treats. Meet the challenges armed with a plan:

• Eat close to your usual times to keep your blood sugar steady. If your meal is served later than normal, eat a small snack at your usual mealtime and eat a little less when dinner is served.

• Invited to a party? Offer to bring a healthy dish along.

• If you have a sweet treat, cut back on other carbs (like potatoes and bread) during the meal.

• Don’t skip meals to save up for a feast. It will be harder to manage your blood sugar, and you’ll be really hungry and more likely to overeat.

• If you slip up, get right back to healthy eating with your next meal.

2. Outsmart the Buffet

Savor a serving of the foods you really love.

When you face a spread of delicious holiday food, make healthy choices easier:

• Have a small plate of the foods you like best and then move away from the buffet table.

• Start with vegetables to take the edge off your appetite.

• Eat slowly. It takes at least 20 minutes for your brain to realize you’re full.

• Avoid or limit alcohol. If you do have an alcoholic drink, have it with food. Alcohol

can lower blood sugar and interact with diabetes medicines.

• Also plan to stay on top of your blood sugar. Check it more often during the holidays, and if you take medicine, ask your doctor if the amount needs to be adjusted.

3. Fit in Favorites

No food is on the naughty list. Choose the dishes you really love and can’t get any other time of year, like Aunt Edna’s pumpkin

pie. Slow down and savor a small serving, and make sure to count it in your meal plan.

4. Keep Moving

You’ve got a lot on your plate this time of year, and physical activity can get crowded out. But being active is your secret holiday weapon; it can help make up for eating more than usual and reduce stress during this most stressful time of year. Get moving with friends and family, such as taking a walk after a holiday meal.

5. Get Your Zzzs

Going out more and staying out later often means cutting back on sleep. Sleep loss can make it harder to manage your blood sugar, and when you’re sleep deprived you’ll tend to eat more and prefer high-fat, high-sugar food. Aim for seven to eight hours per night to guard against mindless eating.

Most of all, remember what the season is about—celebrating and connecting with the people you care about. When you focus more on the fun, it’s easier to focus less on the food.

—Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

If you plan for it, no food needs to be on the naughty list.

Dara Jones Joins HSS Long Island

A pediatric physiatrist, she sees a strong need for services here

Dara Jones, MD, of Port Washington has joined HSS Long Island, the Uniondale location of Hospital for Special Surgery. Jones is a pediatric physiatrist—a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation in children and teenagers. Her practice is dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and management of physical conditions and impairments present at birth or that develop during childhood. In addition to Long Island, she will continue to practice at the main hospital on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

With patients generally ranging in age from infants to 18-year-olds, Jones seeks to improve quality of life for those with cerebral palsy; developmental disorders; musculoskeletal and neurologic conditions; gait abnormalities; muscular dystrophy; traumatic brain injuries; spinal cord injuries; spina bifida; and acute injuries affecting the muscles, bones and joints.

With only a handful of pediatric physiatrists on Long Island, she sees a strong need for services here. “Many of my Long Island patients have been making the trip into Manhattan, often for treatments

that require multiple appointments,” Jones said. “I am delighted that I can now provide services on Long Island, which will make it so much more convenient for them. Plus, the Uniondale location is a beautiful, modern facility that’s easy to access with ample parking.”

Jones knew she found her calling early on−the first time she saw a child’s face light up during a consultation. She was explaining to the seven-year-old, who has cerebral palsy, that she could do anything she wants to do, even if it looks a little different from the way others do it.

“It’s always about what patients can do; it’s never about what they can’t do,” she said. “I work with a team of experts at HSS to optimize treatment and provide care to meet the needs of each family and achieve the goals and reach the full potential of each patient.” The team often includes pediatric orthopedic surgeons; physical, occupational and speech therapists; social workers; and experts who make adaptive equipment and assistive devices.

Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Jones received her medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New

Orleans. She completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City and a fellowship in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center/ Albert Einstein School of Medicine.

She joins 36 specialists in orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, adult physiatry, rheumatology and pain management at HSS Long Island, located in The Omni professional building off Hempstead Turnpike in Uniondale.

“The HSS system and standards are as strong on Long Island as they are in New York City,” Jones said. “And the recent expansion, additional imaging services and new rehab facility at the Nassau County location are impressive.”

Jones, who moved to Port Washington this year with her husband and two young sons, says she couldn’t be happier in her new home.

“We love the water; we love the beach. We go boating, we fish,” she said. “We are really happy here. It’s exactly what we wanted, a great place for our sons to grow up in.”

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Dr. Dara Jones

Double Up On The Guac?

Those avocados are good for your heart health

Adding avocados to a healthy diet could reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, including lowering your cholesterol, according to research published by the American Heart Association (AHA). That’s especially good news because the consumption of avocados in the U.S. has nearly tripled in the past two decades, up to nearly 2.6 billion pounds a year.

Avocados contain high amounts

of fiber, potassium, magnesium, folate, vitamin C and vitamin K.

The fruit is a known source of healthy, unsaturated fats and a great replacement for certain fat-containing foods like butter, cheese or processed meats.

lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 21 percent lower risk of coronary heart disease, compared to those who never or rarely ate avocados.

A study published in the Journal of American Heart Association found that eating one avocado a day as part of a moderate-fat diet resulted in lower “bad” LDL cholesterol.

A study recently published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that:

• People who ate at least one avocado each week had a 16 percent

• Replacing half a serving daily of margarine, butter, egg, yogurt, cheese or processed meats such as bacon with the same amount of avocado was associated with a 16 to 22 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease events.

The research on avocados aligns with the American Heart Association’s guidance to follow the Mediterranean diet – a dietary pattern focused on fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, fish and other healthy foods and plant-based fats such as

olive, canola, sesame and other non-tropical oils.

The AHA website (www.heart.org) has a number of hearthealthy recipes using avocados.

Cirrhosis-Related Readmissions Are Common

People with cirrhosis require frequent hospitalizations and often are readmitted soon after discharge, many times within 30 days. This is an obvious cause of concern for patients and their families who often question why this is happening.

This topic is a subject of much thought among all parties involved. The reasons why this phenomenon occurs are complicated and multi-factorial. Are the patients taking their medications correctly after leaving the hospital? Are the health care providers

providing timely outpatient follow up to these patients? Are insurance companies paying for needed outpatient medications after discharge?

A study recently released from the University of Indiana addresses this issue. Their findings were striking. Almost 40 percent of all patients with cirrhosis who were discharged from the hospital were readmitted within 30 days of discharge. Only 12 percent of these were preventable readmissions. The most common indications

for readmission were hepatic encephalopathy, gastrointestinal bleeding and acute kidney injury.

Focus on the reasons behind these preventable readmissions such as the patient is discharged before being ready to go home, the lack of appropriate outpatient follow up being arranged prior to discharge and the inability of the patient to get the medications which were prescribed upon discharge in the outpatient setting.

Patients with cirrhosis routinely require hospitalization

and this impacts their overall quality of life. While most readmissions are secondary to disease progression and not preventable, there remains a subset which are preventable.

It behooves the medical profession to do all that it can to keep these patients from being unnecessarily admitted to the hospital by implementing policies that enable patients to obtain the care they need.

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HOMES

Recently Sold

This home at 26 Noel Ln. in the Ponds Edge section of Muttontown sold on Nov. 8 for $1,587,500. It is a beautiful location with a pond view, located within the Syosset school district. This spacious Colonial with plenty of light opens with a two-story entryway. The formal living room, with gleaming hardwood floors, flows into the family room which opens to a center-island, eat-in-kitchen. This home has fantastic flow for entertaining. The oversized master bedroom suite has two walk-in closets and a large dressing area. There are three additional bedrooms, all with closet systems and a full bathroom to clomplete the second floor. The fifth bedroom doubles as the home office and has a private full bathroom on the first floor. This home has a full, finished basement. The property is a half of an acre and has a pool and hot tub. There is also a large contained area with a playground. The entrance boasts a circular drive and a three-car garage.

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Ready Outdoor Power Equipment For Winter Storage, Prep Your Snow Thrower

After your lawn gets its last seasonal cut, it is time to put away summer outdoor power equipment, like lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers.

Here are a few tips to ensure proper equipment storage, maintenance and safe handling:

Review manuals

Know how to handle equipment safely including how to turn off equipment quickly and safely. Lost manuals can be found online. Save a copy on your computer, so it can be consulted when needed.

Service all equipment

Before storing spring and summer equipment, clean and service it or take it to a small engine repair shop. Drain and change engine oil and safely dispose of old oil. Service the air filter, and do other maintenance as directed by the owner’s manual.

Handle fuel properly

Unused fuel left in gas tanks over the winter can go stale and even damage equipment. Before storing equipment, add fuel stabilizer to the gas tank, then run the equipment to distribute it.

Charge batteries

Remove and fully charge batteries before storing. Don’t store batteries on metal shelves or allow them to touch metal objects. Store them on a plastic or wood shelf in a climate-controlled structure.

Shelter equipment

Store spring and summer equipment in a clean and dry place such as a garage, barn or shed. Winter equipment should be kept away from the elements, but be easily available for use.

This home “Kirby Hill” at 11 Mansion Hill Dr. in Muttowntown sold on Nov. 4 for $2,940,000. It is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history. Kirby Hill, the original Joseph Stevens estate, was designed by Warren & Westmore circa 1902. It is set on seven rolling acres in the village of Muttontown, the jewel of Stone Hill. The home’s Baronial rooms all have original details. The home has been lovely restored to its original glory. It has 10 bedrooms and eight bathrooms. It is located in a gated community with 24-hour security, a club house, lawn care and many other amenities.

Prepare, prepare, prepare

Make space in the garage or basement before the weather changes, so there is room to store larger yard items. Clean up your yard. Clear the paths used regularly in your yard.

—Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI)

Homes shown here represent closed sales, sold by a variety of agencies and are 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.

If shoes make the man, then meet Darren Smith, the man who makes the shoes. Far from being your average cobbler, Smith is the founder and creative director of Barollo Shoes, a luxury footwear brand whose bespoke approach has garnered a wealth of celebrity clients, athletes and VIPs including Caitlyn Jenner, Lupita Nyong’o, Jessica Biel, Sarah Paulson and Angelina Jolie since its 2018 launch. Not bad for a kid from Philadelphia whose prior life found him installing multi-million dollar IMAX systems around the country before he took the plunge into designing shoes back in 2014 and heading off to Venice, Italy for an intensive apprenticeship. Smith’s epiphany that he wanted to dive into the deep end of shoe design came while volunteering at the Devon Horse Show back in 2014. It was during the 10-day event where Smith came across La Mondial, a century-old manufacturer of custom riding boots based in South America.

“I met owner [Roberto Rivas II] at the show during one of my breaks,” Smith recalled. “I kept going back to watch the craftsmanship and videos they had and was blown away. On my third visit, there was a literal flash of light and a voice in my head that said I had to make shoes. It was as clear as this conversation. I have never had more direction and clarity in my life.”

The aspiring cobbler soon learned that Italy was where he would learn more about this new career in high end design and three months after the show, he bought a two-week round-trip ticket to attend a show and make connections. The return passage lapsed and Smith found himself

apprenticing

Barollo Shoes Sits At The Crossroads Of Luxury, Comfort And Style

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was a philosophy that continues to inform Barollo Shoes to this day.

“I couldn’t have landed in a better place,” Smith said. “It opened my eyes to how the world is and I really fell in love with that aspect of Italy— the craftsmanship. These people I was working with weren’t rich but if you went to see them, they had the best appliances. They would have a prosciutto cutter that was thousands of dollars. They were committed to having the best of everything and everything oozed quality.”

in the early 1900’s or Ferragamo in the ‘50s or ‘60s,” Smith said.

“I hand-select all the materials.

I’m not just the designer—I make everything. I don’t do every part of every operation but I’m literally touching every shoe multiple times and doing multiple processes.”

week,

learning the craft. Just as important was Smith being immersed in Italian culture that valued high standards over mediocrity in all aspects be it food, architecture or time spent enjoying everyday life. It

Smith’s dedication to maintaining these lofty benchmarks found him setting up shop on the banks of the Riviera del Brenta, near Venice, in the heart of the luxury shoe capital of the world. It’s an area that where you’ll find Louis Vuitton’s Italian headquarters and where other luxury brands are manufactured including Jimmy Choos, Hermes and Chanel. It is here where Smith hand-picks Napa leather for lining in his women’s shoes that goes for $40 a square meter and is generally used for finished goods including handbags, gloves and leather jackets. And that uncompromising demand for quality even extends to the packaging (“People don’t think the box matters but when you buy a pair of shoes, the first thing the sales person hands you is the box. It’s like a car—the outside has to be as beautiful as the inside) which is produced by a company that is also a supplier for Tiffany’s, Valentino and Gucci. As for the actual footwear, Smith is proud to be very hands-on with each design handcrafted to order. This time-consuming process requires more than 350 individual steps to complete a finished pair of shoes and ranges from hand dying the skins to cutting and stitching each piece of leather.

“With me, you’re dealing with the designer like you did with Gucci

Not surprisingly, Smith’s services don’t come cheap. His lines includes women’s Dream Stilettos and Addison loafers and men’s boots, Daytona loafers and tuxedo shoes. He also makes belts and handbags. Barollos’ custom-made shoe line starts at $5,000. Given how time consuming this part of the creative process is, the current challenge is for Smith to scale up. He hopes to go from custom-made to ready-to-wear with the ideal goal of selling 10,000 to 20,000 pairs of shoes a year with sneakers at $750 and shoes starting at $950 and going up from there. Currently, he’s moving only hundreds of custom-made shoes. Because of Barollo being one of the most exclusive brands coming out of Italy, there is a wait for the products because of demand. Scalability is the challenge for 2023. Smith’s hope is that he can land his shoes in exclusive boutiques in cities like Miami, Palm Beach, Dallas and New York City. His one foray onto Long Island was in the Hamptons, where his shoe line was being carried by Fred Segal before that location closed. What sustains him is the feedback and loyalty of his customers thanks to the high quality and care that goes into each pair Smith produces.

“You asked what makes Barollo different—we are special,” he said. “When I’m in L.A. or New York and I’m wearing certain shoes, I get stopped on the streets all the time. If you’re wearing a Louboutin, I don’t know that anyone is stopping you.”

Visit www.barolloitaly.com to learn more about Barollo Shoes.

in Venice under Maestro Pietro, a local university professor with 40 years of experience making shoes. Mentor and mentee proceeded to spend 15-hour days, seven days a

Marisa Tomei wearing Barollos at the 2019 Tony Awards (Photos courtesy of Barollo archives)

Pink Satin Dream Stilettos

From left: Barollo founder Darren Smith with customer Chris Harrison

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HOROSCOPES

By Holiday Mathis

By Holiday Mathis

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). You will tell the world how to treat you, sometimes with your words, though more often with your spine. People will understand what to expect from you as they watch you either stand straight, bend backward or mold yourself to the curvature of the situation. Do what works for you. Everyone’s backbone is di erent.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You don’t like to contribute to the conversation unless the opportunity organically arises. However, it will bene t you and ultimately everyone if you raise your pro le and position within a group. e power move is to contribute, even if you have to invent the reason. Make it known that you’re an ally, or a contender, as the case may be.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your leisure time is precious, and when you really think about it, you have many options, so there’s no reason to say “yes” out of obligation or “no” out of fear. Novel choices o er the most bene t. If there’s any chance at all of doing something you’ve never done before, you’ll win just by showing up.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). e di erence between loving and being in love has to do with the e ort required in enactment. ose who are in love e ortlessly tend to their beloved, and indeed are so driven to do so that it would be much harder not to focus their attention thusly. is is the passion you have at your disposal this week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A change seems necessary, but the time frame is unclear. Should it be done in an instant, or with a gentle, gradual shift? Until you feel surer, don’t begin. Strategize rst. You can always change your strategy when you know more, but if you go in without making a plan, you’ll get stuck with the one that is made for you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It’s not hard for you to t in with new groups when you actually want to, and this week, you’ll accommodate and impress those who share your values. But the challenge comes when you interact with those who aren’t so easily understood. Your willingness to try is a testament to your excellent character.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You will strike a deal. Whether you’re coming to an agreement about lunch or a life-changing decision, the joy or arduousness of the decision-making process will set a tone for what follows. Facts matter, but satisfaction is a feeling, not a fact. You’ll heed information that comes to you in the form of emotion.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You will nd yourself in a position where you know a lot more than you might want to say. Consider what’s being asked of you, what might bene t the situation and all that could be learned in the end. ere will be other things to weigh, too, like the emotions and rules of the situation. You’ll be a masterful diplomat.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). A tourist sees the ultra-low tide as an interesting phenomenon, while the islander sees it as a warning. You have special knowledge, too, and will be tuned in to signs about what’s around the corner. is week, there are potentials to realize, bene ts to scoop up, events to avoid and “tourists” to assist.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll be rearranging your environment and schedule to get the alone time you need, especially for your project. In solitude, you’ll have laser focus and the productivity of a fast-moving robot. But if there’s even one person, animal or device to distract you, it’s a di erent story with a far less optimal outcome.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You are enmeshed in community, and it shows in your activities and conversations. is week, it will seem like you can’t go anywhere without running into someone you know, and you’ll love the unexpected route some of these meetups take. Your destiny will be favorably enhanced by tips, hints and invitations.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’d like to trust a person or process, but you can’t be expected to have faith in a thing until you know it closely. You’ll work diligently to do that this week. “’Well now that we have seen each other,’ said the unicorn, ‘if you’ll believe in me, I’ll believe in you.’” -- Lewis Carroll, “ rough the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found ere”

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

You’ll be praised often and sometimes publicly this year! Some of the most validating attention you get is the kind you can put in your wallet. An overlap of interests will lead to an exciting love life. But when it’s time to get to work, you compartmentalize well and enjoy a clear focus that few can achieve. Approach your work with the idea that you will continue to deliver the same thing inde nitely. e right attitude for a job is the one you can maintain over a long term. If you’re opposed to a task, don’t do it even once.

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not be stopped if the diamonds were divided 3-2, led a low club to dummy’s queen. East won with the ace and shifted to the jack of hearts. Declarer ducked the jack and also the king, Besse signaling encouragement with the four followed by the deuce. South then took the next heart lead with the ace.

Aware that West had the missing queen of hearts, South decided to play a low diamond and duck it into East’s hand in order to guard against a possible 4-1 diamond division.

Accordingly, South led the deuce of diamonds toward dummy. When Besse played the four, declarer played dummy’s three in order to force East to win the trick. But East couldn’t oblige, and Besse’s four unexpectedly won the trick! He then cashed the queen of hearts to put the contract down one.

and these aberrations often lead to unusual results that become the basis for amusing — and sometimes hairraising — stories.

Consider today’s deal from a match between Peru and Switzerland. The Peruvian South got to three notrump, and Swiss star Jean Besse led the five of spades.

Declarer won with the ace and, realizing that the contract could

Of course, Besse should have played the nine of diamonds — which would have assured defeat of the contract — instead of the four, and declarer should have played dummy’s seven — which would have given him his ninth trick — instead of the three, but the fact is that neither of them did what he should have done.

However, par — down one at three notrump — was achieved, though in a most peculiar manner. Homer nodded not once but twice, and the nods canceled each other out.

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GLEN COVE

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. MEDCOR HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. JOSEPH BROWN, et al, Defts. Index #608914/2018. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered June 10, 2019, I will sell at public auction on the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on January 18, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 30, Block 22, Lot(s)57-58. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Foreclosure auction will be held “Rain or Shine.” If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the foreclosure auction.

MELVYN ROTH, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #99858 1-4-2023; 12-28-21-14-20224T-#236155-GCOB/RP

LEGAL NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

NORTH SHORE CENTRAL SCHOOL

DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that sealed lump sum bids shall be received by the Board of Education, North Shore Central School District, 112 Franklin Ave., Sea Cliff, NY 11579 for the following project according to the Instructions to Bidders:

Contract No. 01 Mechanical Construction 2022 Districtwide HVAC Repair Reserve Project Refer to the Bid Documents for a detailed description of the scope of work of the above referenced contract.

Bid proposals shall be received until 11.00am prevailing time on Thursday, January 12th, 2023 by mail or in person, at the North Shore Central School District, 112 Franklin Ave., Sea Cliff, NY 11579, Attn: James Pappas, Assistant Superintendent for Business. The bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud on Thursday, January 12th, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. prevailing time in the North Shore CSD District Office. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond, in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the bid, made payable to the North Shore Central School District in the form and subject to the conditions stipulated in the Instructions to Bidders. The accepted low bidder will be required to furnish specified insurance as well as payment and performance bonds for the full contract sum. No bidder shall withdraw his bid within forty-five (45) days after the bid opening.

Bidders shall submit one (1) original signed and sealed bid, and two (2) copies. All envelopes containing bids shall bear on the face of the sealed, opaque envelope the words “Contract No. 01 Mechanical Construction” and “Bid - 2022 Districtwide HVAC Repair Reserve Project” . Bids received after 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 12th, 2023 will not be accepted and will be returned to the Bidder unopened. Fax and/or electronically transmitted bids will not be accepted.

Complete digital sets of Bidding Documents, Drawings and Specifications may be obtained online as a download on and after Wednesday, December 14th, 2022 at the following websites: www.memasiprojects.com and www.revplans. com under “Public Projects”. Complete sets of Bidding Documents, Drawings and Specifications may be obtained from REVplans, 28 Church Street, Unit 7, Warwick, NY 10990 Tel: 1-877-272-0216, upon depositing the sum of one hundred dollars ($100) for each combined set of documents.

Checks or money orders shall be made payable to “North Shore Central School District”. Plan deposit is refundable in accordance with the terms in the Instructions to Bidders to all submitting bids. Any bidder requiring documents to be shipped shall make arrangements with the printer and pay for all packaging and shipping costs.

All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered plan holders via email and will be available at www.memasiprojects. com and www.revplans.com. Plan holders who have paid for hard copies of the bid documents will need to make the determination if hard copies of the addenda are required for their use, and coordinate directly with the printer for hard copies of addenda to be issued. There will be no charge for registered plan holders to obtain hard copies of the bid addenda.

Please note REVplans (www. replans.com) is the designated location and means for distributing and obtaining all bid package information. Only those Contract Documents obtained in this manner will enable a prospective bidder to be identified as an official plan holder of record. The Provider takes no responsibility for the completeness of Contract Documents obtained from other sources. Contract Documents obtained from other sources may not be accurate or may not contain addenda that may have been issued.

There will be a Pre-bid meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4th, 2023 starting at the District Office located at 112 Franklin Ave., Sea Cliff, NY 11579.

The Pre-Bid site visits are to be scheduled in advance

with John Hall, Director of Facilities, 516-277-7835, hallj3@northshoreschools. org. All Pre-bid “Requests for Information” (RFI) or Clarification must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 5Th , 2023 on AIA Document G716-2004 and sent to the following individuals by email: (1) Piere Luigi Pancaldi, MEMASI: piere. pancaldi@memasidesign. com; (2) Bob Firneis, Savin Engineers: rfirneis@savinengineers.com.

The Board of Education of North Shore Central School District reserves the right to waive any informality in relating to a specific bid or the bidding process; to waive what it deems to be technical defects, irregularities and omissions relating to a specific bid; to request additional information from any bidder; or to reject any or all bids and to advertise for new bids.

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OYSTER BAY

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU, EMIGRANT BANK (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EMIGRANT SAVINGS BANK AND NEW YORK PRIVATE BANK AND TRUST), Plaintiff, vs. ANDREW G. KENNEDY, LINDA D. KENNEDY, et. al. Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly filed and recorded on April 10, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 28 Wayaawi Avenue, Bayville, NY 11709.

All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York, Block 7 and Lots 27, 28, & 52. Approximate amount of judgment is $338,610.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #0000713/2014.

Irene F. Parrino, Referee

Hertz, Cherson & Rosenthal, P.C., 118-35 Queens Boulevard, 9th Floor, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Attorneys for Plaintiff. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with Nassau County Covid-19 protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2. nycourts.gov/Admin/oca. shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks, and

screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Foreclosure Auctions will be held Rain or Shine.

SCHEDULE A DESCRIPTION OF PREMISES

ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the building and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Bayville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known as and by the Lot Numbers 27, 28 and 52 as shown and designated on a certain map entitled, “Map of Nunnakoma Park, situated at Bayville, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York, owned and developed by the Bayville-Oyster Bay Realty Corporation, February, 1924, S.B. Bowne, Engineer, Mineola, New York,” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 10, 1924 under the File Number 545, and being more particularly bounded and described as follows:

BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of the southwesterly side of Wunaquit Drive and the westerly side of Wayaawi Avenue;

RUNNING THENCE South 04 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds West along the westerly side of Wayaawi Avenue, 133.0 feet to the nonherly line

of Lot 51 as shown on aforesaid map; THENCE North 85 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds West along the northerly side of Lot 51 on aforesaid map, 107.50 feet to the easterly line of Lot 30 as shown on aforesaid map;

THENCE along the easterly line of Lots 30, 29 and 26 as shown on the aforesaid map, North 04 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds East, 218.0 feet to the southwesterly side of Wunaquit Drive; THENCE southeasterly along the southwesterly side of Wunaquit Drive, 137.00 feet, more or less, to the corner aforesaid the point or place of BEGINNING. Premises also nown as 28 Wayaawi Avenue, Bayville, NY 11709 12-14-7; 11-30-23-2022-4T#235831-GCOB/OB

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU PHH Mortgage Corporation, Plaintiff AGAINST Peter Ruggles; Tammy Ruggles; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 1, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the

Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 17, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 76 Singworth Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 27 Block 7 Lot 98.

Approximate amount of judgment $302,526.10 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 002536/2017. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies

Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Mark Ricciardo, Esq., Referee

LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC

Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: November 2, 2022 1-4-2023; 12-28-21-14-20224T-#236195-GCOB/OB

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC INFORMATION NOTICE

VILLAGE OF OYSTER BAY COVE REGULAR BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING DATES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 511 of the Laws of 1976 of the State of New York, that the Oyster Bay Cove Board of Trustees will hold public meetings at the East Woods School, 31 Yellow Cote Road, in said Village, or otherwise noted, at 6:30 PM on the following days below. Check the Village website for any changes or additional information that may be needed www.oysterbaycove.net

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

NO AUGUST MEETING

Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Tuesday, October 17, 2023 Tuesday, November 21, 2023

NO DECEMBER MEETING

By Order of the Board of Trustees Inc. Village of Oyster Bay Cove Nassau County, New York

Joanne Casale, Village Clerk

Dated: December 14, 2022 12-14-2022-1T-#236221GCOB/OB

Receiver Pravato Reminds Residents To File For Property Tax Exemptions Now

Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato announced that residents may apply for New York State property tax exemptions from now through Jan. 2. Homeowners wishing to receive exemptions on their 2023-24 School taxes and 2024 General taxes must file with the Nassau County Department of Assessment or New York State prior to the Jan. 2 deadline.

“I want to make sure that every resident who is eligible, whether they’re a senior citizen, veteran, new homeowner, volunteer firefighter/EMT, person with a disability, or person renovating/improving their home, get the opportunity to take advantage of the available exemptions,” Pravato stated.

“There are many exemptions available to qualified residents and homeowners, so I urge those interested to contact the Nassau County Department of Assessment for further assistance parsing through the matter.” Exemptions, resulting in property tax savings, are available to qualified residents for the following categories:

• School Tax Relief Program (STAR)- Residents may receive only one of the following: STAR Credit- the STAR Program has been changed by New York State. New recipients, and current recipients whose annual income is between $250,000 and $500,000, will be issued a check directly from New York State instead of receiving a school property tax exemption. The amount of the benefit will be the same. You cannot receive both the credit and the exemption. Register with New York State by telephone at 518-457-2036 or online at www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/ star/default.htm.

•Basic STAR Property Tax Exemptionthis program provides an exemption from school property taxes for owner-occupied, primary residences with an annual household income of less than $250,000. Current Basic Star Exemption recipients will keep their exemption as long as they continue to own their current home.

• Enhanced STAR Property Tax Exemption/Credit- this exemption is available to senior citizen homeowners who are 65 years of age or older during the year in which the exemption takes effect, and whose annual income does not exceed $93,200. Senior citizens whose annual income exceeds $93,200 will still be eligible for the Basic STAR Exemption/Credit.

Current Enhanced Star Exemption recipients will keep their exemption as long as they continue to own their current home. Recipients must enroll in the Income Verification Program.

•Senior Citizen exemption provides a tax savings for individuals over the age of 65, whose income is less than $58,399. To participate and receive this tax savings (between 5 percent and up to 50 percent reduction on certain county, town and school district property taxes) specific

qualification criteria must be met.

• Veterans Exemptions are for those individuals who rendered service to our country. The eligibility to receive this exemption and amount to be exempted depends upon the time, duration and type of service, along with other criteria.

•Cold War Veterans Exemption is for veterans who served during the Cold War period. The law also provides an additional exemption to disabled veterans.

• Gold Star Parent Exemption is available for the parent of a child who died in the line of duty while serving in the United States Armed Forces during a period of war, as defined in NYS Real Property Tax Law.

•Persons With Disabilities and Limited Incomes Partial Property Tax Exemption is available to eligible applicants who have a physical or mental impairment, not due to use of alcohol or illegal drug use, that substantially limits that person’s ability to engage in one or more

major life activities. The requirements to qualify are based on the person’s disability, ownership, residency and occupancy status, and income. Persons with incomes less than $58,399 can qualify to receive an exemption from 5 percent to 50 percent of the assessed value.

•Home Improvement Tax Reductions Program for the Physically Disabled is granted to those persons who are physically disabled and meet certain criteria. It is equal to the amount of any increase in value of property attributable to improvements made for the purpose of facilitating and accommodating the use and accessibility of the property.

•Home Improvements Exemption is an eight-year decreasing exemption on alterations, reconstructions or improvements that increase the assessed value •of a one or two family home. In the first year, 100 percent of the assessed value of the improvement is exempt. In the sec-

ond year, 87.5 percent, in the third year, 75 percent and so on. Certain eligibility requirements must be met to participate in this program.

•First-Time Home Buyers of Newly Constructed Homes may apply for and receive a partial real property tax exemption. The maximum exemption is offered over five years, starting with a 50 percent exemption the first year and phasing to 10 percent in the fifth and final year.

Homebuyers are subject to certain price and income limits set by the State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA).

•Volunteer Firefighter and Ambulance Worker Exemption is available to eligible firefighters and ambulance workers. Up to 10 percent reduction in the assessed value of their property can be obtained to volunteers who have served at least five years in a Town of Oyster Bay Fire Department in which they reside.

Certain eligibility requirements must be met to participate in this program.

Pravato advises homeowners who are interested in obtaining an exemption, to contact the Nassau County Department of Assessment at 516-571-1500, where they can obtain additional information and applications. They may visit the County Assessor’s office at 240 Old Country Rd., Mineola, New York 11501. However, first time applicants, or residents with an income between $250,000 and $500,000, for the STAR Credit must contact New York State directly to register by telephone at 518-457-2036 or online at www.tax.ny.gov/ pit/property/star/default.htm.

Residents interested in obtaining a free brochure describing the STAR, Senior Citizen or Veterans exemption programs can obtain such at Town Hall North in Oyster Bay, Town Hall South in Massapequa, the Department of Public Works in Syosset, major park facilities, and by calling 516624-6380 or www.oysterbaytown.com.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Assemblyman Lavine Launches Annual Toy Drive To Benefit Hicksville Boys & Girls Club

Assemblyman Charles Lavine (D-Glen Cove) has announced the kick-off of his annual toy drive. Lavine will be accepting donations of new, unwrapped gifts which will go to families in need from the Hicksville Boys & Girls Club.

“I am excited to once again be able to provide a little holiday cheer for children in need,” Lavine said. “Last year’s toy drive, which was so successful, was a shining example of the generosity of the community and I am confident for another great outcome for the kids at the Hicksville Boys & Girls Club.”

Drop-offs can be made at Lavine’s

district office, 1 School St., Suite 303-B, Glen Cove, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition, toys may also be left at the Bryant Library in Roslyn; the Glen Cove Public Library, the Oyster BayEast Norwich Public Library in Oyster Bay; and the Sea Cliff Village Library. Donations will be accepted through Dec.16.

—Submitted by office of Assemblyman Charles Lavine

Don’t forget to apply for property tax exemptions. (Photo courtesy alanharder.ca via Wikimedia Commons)

The Glen Cove Public Library collection site.

(Photo courtesy the Office of Assemblyman Charles Lavine)

State DOT Will Upgrade Northern State Parkway Interchange With Jericho Turnpike, Glen Cove Road

Additional lanes, raised median and improved pedestrian accommodations

New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced the start of a $3.8 million project to enhance safety and mobility at the interchange between Glen Cove Road, Jericho Turnpike (State Route 25) and the Northern State Parkway in Nassau County. Additional lanes, a raised median, upgraded signals and other improvements will reduce congestion and ease travel at this busy intersection at the border of the villages of Westbury and Old Westbury that is used by travelers to reach numerous nearby shopping centers, residential neighborhoods and recreational facilities. New sidewalks, curb ramps and a raised pedestrian island on the southwest quadrant of the intersection will also be added to better accommodate pedestrians.

“Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, New York State is committed to making smart investments in our transportation network to enhance safety and strengthen the connections that tie our communities together,” said Dominguez. “This project will help ease congestion and improve mobility for motorists and pedestrians through one of Long Island’s busiest interchanges, providing new momentum to an already

vibrant area.”

As part of this project, the ramp connecting the Northern State Parkway to the intersection of Glen Cove Road and Jericho Turnpike will be widened to improve traffic flow for the thousands of vehicles who travel this route every day. Other improve-

ments include:

•New additional turning lane on northbound Glen Cove Road leading to westbound Jericho Turnpike;

•Addition of a second lane on the offramp from westbound Northern State Parkway to northbound Glen Cove Road;

•Installation of a raised median on Glen Cove Road to eliminate illegal left turns from the Northern State Parkway exit ramp;

•Modernization of existing traffic signals and pedestrian crossings along Glen Cove Road and Jericho Turnpike, including new countdown timers, sidewalks and curb ramps.

Night work will be utilized during the project to minimize traffic disruptions during the project, which is expected to be complete by the summer of 2023.

Assemblymember Ed Ra said, “I am very grateful to see the local impact of our investments in DOT capital funds. This $3.8 million dollar project will improve the safety and efficiency of travel at the interchange of Glen Cove Road, Jericho Turnpike and the Northern State Parkway and will reduce traffic congestion for Nassau County residents.”

Motorists are urged to plan accordingly and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone. Convictions of two or more speeding violations in a work zone could result in the suspension of an individual’s driver license.

—Submitted by the State Department of Transportation

(Rendering credit: New York State Department of Transportation)

Town Of Oyster Bay’s DVD Collection Drive A Success

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Clerk Rich LaMarca celebrated the success of the Town’s DVD Collection Drive in partnership with the Massapequa-based “Big Hy for Heroes” organization. Thanks to residents’ overwhelming generosity, DVDs will now be sent to those deployed and serving overseas in the United States Armed Forces, along with children in children’s hospitals. Chaplains, Commanding Officers, Sergeant Majors and Sergeants around the globe will oversee their distribution and arrange movie nights this holiday season.

Supervisor Saladino also honored the Big Hy for Heroes Organization. Founded in 2002 by Massapequa resident and WWII veteran Hyman Strachman with the help of his son Arthur Strachman, Big Hy for Heroes has shipped hundreds of thousands of DVDs all around the world, and continues to do so today.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Town Of Oyster Bay Hosts Oyster Shell Recycling Program With Boys And Girls Club

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Michele Johnson and Town Clerk Rich LaMarca recently hosted The Grenville Baker Boys & Girls Club Kids in Nature (KIN) Program at Beekman Beach for an Oyster Shell Collection Program. Held in coordination with the Town’s Oyster Shell Recycling

Program, the event featured an educational presentation from environmental experts and an opportunity for the teenage volunteer group to walk the beach’s shoreline, collecting oyster shells. Shellfish are essential mollusks in the local marine environment as they filter water through their

feeding mechanisms. A single adult oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of seawater per day, making shellfish Mother Nature’s most valuable marine cleansers and improving our water quality for generations to come.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

A Holiday-Packed Day In Downtown Glen Cove

The Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District held a holiday celebration on Dec. 3, kicking off when Santa Claus arrived at Village Square by horse and carriage.

Santa made himself cozy in his den in Village Square, posing for free photos for families to take home. Families were able to join many different activities.

The fun didn’t stop there:

visits from the Grinch and Martha May came by, and the Glen Cove Downtown B.I.D. secured a long list of talent to entertain the community throughout the day. At the end of the celebration, Mayor Pam Panzenbeck led the City of Glen Cove’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting.

—Submitted by the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District

Santa

Children enjoyed decorating stockings at the Glen Cove Downtown BID’s Holiday Festival.

Supervisor Joseph Saladino also honored the Big Hy for Heroes Organization. Founded in 2002 by Massapequa resident and WWII veteran Hyman Strachman with the help of his son Arthur Strachman, Big Hy for Heroes has shipped hundreds of thousands of DVDs all around the world. (Photo courtesy the Town of Oyster Bay)

Grenville Baker Boys & Girls Club enjoyed an educational presentation from environmental experts and an opportunity to walk the beach’s shoreline. (Photo courtesy the Town of Oyster Bay)

arrived at Village Square on Saturday afternoon via horse and carriage.

(Photos courtesy the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District)

Despite the rain, people enjoyed the horse and carriage rides.

Mr. Grinch and Martha May pose for a picture with Santa.

Locust Valley Girls Soccer Bring Home County Awards

The Locust Valley Falcons had a fantastic showing at the Nassau County Girls Soccer Coaches Association awards dinner on Nov. 28. Senior forward Payton Tini was named All-County and a Senior Scholar Athlete. Tini also took home the Sue Link Memorial Scholarship Award which goes to a senior who demonstrates high academic achievement, exceptional athletic ability and an

overall commitment to excellence.

Sophomore forward/midfielder Angelica Sheehan and junior defender Heather Loeffler were named All-County Honorable Mentions. Sophomore forward Katie Nabet and eighth grade defender Lillian DeNatale took home All-Conference honors.

—Submitted by the Locust Valley Central School District

Performing Songs Of The Season In Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay-East Norwich Students Host Balloons Over Roosevelt Parade

Second-graders from Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School in the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District held their second annual Balloons Over Roosevelt Parade on Nov. 23. The parade served as a culmination of the STEAM project the classes had been working on and was the perfect way to celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

Leading up to the event, second-grade classes read Melissa Sweet’s Balloons Over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy’s Parade. Through the book, the students learned the true story of puppeteer Tony Sarg and how he made the first parade balloons for the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade.

The second-graders were then assigned the task of designing their own balloons.

They worked in groups to plan, pick out materials and construct their creations. The students also researched their topic and created posters with fun facts about their balloon.

Second-grade teachers chose a nonfiction theme for the second annual parade to connect the reading and writing curriculum. This was a STEAM project that was a true collaboration of creativity and critical thinking for the second-graders.

On the day of the parade, Theodore Roosevelt pre-k, kindergarten and first-grade students, staff members and administrators gathered outside the school to serve as spectators as the second graders proudly showcased their creations and paraded around the school’s field.

—Submitted by the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District

School Spirit Shines At Oyster Bay High School During Baymen Sports Tip-Off

Oyster Bay High School hosted its first Baymen Sports Tip-Off on Nov. 22. The special event was coordinated by Eric Bramoff, director of physical education, health and athletics, to celebrate the beginning of the winter athletic season and to spread school spirit.

Students gathered in the school’s gymnasium during the last period of the day for a fun-filled pep rally where the winter athletic teams were announced. Following the pep rally, the school hosted an exciting round robin volleyball tournament for students and staff. Twelve teams signed up to participate and showed off their best volleyball

skills.

Each team dressed for the tournament with many teams expressing their creativity with themed attire. Music filled the gymnasium courtesy of the DJ booth and concessions were sold throughout the event by the Oyster Bay High School cheerleaders.

The junior varsity boys volleyball team earned first place in the tournament.

Congratulations to Alex Arnedos, Aryan Gumaste, Andrew Jeanette, Ian Lubin, Lucas Sansone, Luka Verbanac, Freddy VonBargen and Aidan Windhausen.

—Submitted by the Oyster BayEast Norwich Central School District

Payton Tini, Heather Loeffler, Katie Nabet, Angelica Sheehan and Lillian DeNatale all took home honors at the NCGSCA awards on Nov. 29.

(Photos courtesy the Locust Valley Central School District)

Christopher Fludd led students in holiday songs.

(Photo courtesy the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District)

The “Neon Nine” competed during the Baymen Sports Tip-Off volleyball game. (Photos courtesy the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District)

Teacher Kristina Kolb, right, and her second-grade class with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Francesco Ianni, far right, on parade day.

(Photos courtesy the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District)

Oyster Bay High School chamber singers, under the direction of Christopher Fludd, performed a medley of holiday tunes at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Board of Education meeting on Nov. 29. —Submitted by the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School District