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Perfect Match: Brothers celebrate transplant (See page 3)

Green thumbs: School gardens thrive (See page 15)

Graduation: Three conferred PhDs (See page 16)

North Hempstead: Catch up on Town

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One Kidney Transplant, Two Brothers And A Perfect Match

For Johnny and Tommy Covelli, what better way to celebrate National Brother’s Day on May 24th than to return to North Shore University Hospital (NSUH) in Manhasset to thank the two surgeons who performed their life-altering kidney transplant surgery.

Johnny Covelli, 34, was born with congenital hydronephrosis, a blockage in the urinary tract which he inherited from his mother.

“This a rare condition that only occurs about 1.5 out of 1,000 births,” said Vinay Nair, DO, a Northwell nephrologist who has been treating Mr. Covelli for almost a year. “By the time the condition is detected, some kidney damage has almost certainly been done. Little by little, as the patient ages, the kidney continues to get worse.”

In the case of congenital hydronephrosis, urine is blocked in the kidney, causing scar tissue to form. Once enough scar tissue is formed, Dr. Nair explained, the kidneys will no longer work.

“I was told when I was about 14 that if I couldn’t find a kidney donor, I’d be facing dialysis,” said Mr. Covelli. “Things began to move quickly last year; my health was deteriorating. My wedding day was July 8th and my whole family came to Rome for the celebration. After that, it was go time.”

That’s when his younger brother, Tommy Covelli, 27, insisted that he should be the one to donate. While siblings are often genetically similar, doctors were astonished when tests revealed that in the brothers’ case, they showed identical HCA genes (meaning that they were considered a “zero mismatch”).

“While this might occur in twins, it’s very unusual that ordinary siblings would be so perfectly matched,” said Eliott Grodstein, MD, the transplant surgeon who performed Tommy’s surgery. “This is the story of two brothers who are so close that they are a perfect match. It’s so fitting to be here on National Brother’s Day to tell the story of a brother who put himself in harm’s way

to save his beloved brother’s life.”

Ernesto Molmenti, MD, the transplant surgeon who performed Johnny’s surgery, emphasized that people should not be afraid to ask their loved ones for help when transplantation becomes a medical necessity.

“Within hours, we were able to correct what nature had designed against us,” said Dr. Molmenti. “Transplant surgery proves that we can change a life in a matter of hours. It’s up to all of us to let people know when we need help. Please don’t be afraid

to ask.”

With great emotion, Tommy Covelli explained that donating his kidney to his brother was “a huge life moment.”

“We are brothers, friends and co-workers,” he said. “As soon as Johnny told me he needed a kidney, I knew I wanted to help. Just watching his strength and his courage as he faced kidney disease made me realize – if he can do it, I can do it.”

The transplant surgery took place on November 28th at NSUH. Johnny Covelli continues to work in his family’s clothing

business with his brother, Tommy, by his side.

When asked how he felt about spending National Brother’s Day with Tommy, Johnny was quick to reply.

“When I found out that Tommy was a perfect match, I felt scared that he was going to risk his life for me. I’m so lucky to have him,” said Johnny. “The reason I’m here today is because of my amazing brother. I will honor and cherish his gift to me for the rest of my life.”

—Submitted by Northwell Health

(top row) North Shore University Hospital nephrologist Dr. Vinay Nair, along with transplant surgeons Dr. Elliot Grodstein and Dr. Ernesto Molmenti. (front row) Tommy and Johnny Covelli. (Photo by Northwell Health)

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13th Annual Run For Katie Sunday, June 11 All proceeds benefit cancer research

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On Sunday, June 11, the Katie Oppo Research Fund will be hosting their 13th Annual 5K Memorial Run for Katie at Flower Hill Park.

The Katie Oppo Research Fund began in 2011, after Katie Oppo passed away due to Stage IV Small Cell Carcinoma of the Ovary. Katie was born on June 19, 1991, and graduated from Manhasset High School in 2009. Katie attended John Hopkins University where she was focusing on her pre-med requirements in preparation to become a physician. During her sophomore year at college, Katie was diagnosed with Small Cell Carcinoma of the Ovary. While at Hopkins, Katie was a Northwell Health volunteer, working in an ER group and doing volunteer work for medical outreach to disadvantaged communities.

“She was incredibly passionate about wanting to help others and becoming a doctor,” shared Elizabeth Oppo, Director at the Katie Oppo Research Fund. “Katie was remarkable in many ways, but she was particularly remarkable in being very empowering with her team of female friends. Her attitude was, I’m going to keep going. And if I can’t keep going, you’ve got to do it for me. And that’s really what this is all about. We heard it loud and clear. That’s what she wanted us to do. But it was her goal to do it yourself.”

Katie’s friends and family rallied and created the Katie Oppo Research Fund to raise awareness and money to fund research for the prevention, treatment and cure for all forms of ovarian cancer. “So those friends and her boyfriend at the time and myself and her brothers, we all got together and decided that we would try to carry on her legacy of wanting to know what had happened in terms of how could a super healthy, vibrant person be taken in nine months from an aggressive ovarian cancer? And then the reason for that is that, unfortunately, most ovarian cancer goes undiagnosed until it has progressed and metastasized, which was the case for Katie,” said Oppo.

Since the non-profit was formed in 2011, they have hosted Annual 5K Memorial Runs and Dinner Galas to raise money for the research fund. The run has been held continuously since 2011, even through the pandemic.

“The first run first Memorial 5k run was held back July in 2011. And we’ve been doing it ever since, even through COVID. I think we had one totally virtual. But what we did was people did their form of exercise, biking, walking, running, you name it, and they did it

virtually,” Said Oppo.

All proceeds go directly to the research fund and are granted to cancer research institutions and individual researchers. “We find who researchers that are working on immunotherapy or potential prevention, or any diagnostic tools that would help us in this dire fight,” Oppo said. “There have been young women who have gone to their

doctors saying that they don’t feel well and they have symptoms of indigestion and bloating, only to have it brushed off, and then finding out later that it was indeed ovarian cancer. So unfortunately, it still has the reputation of being the silent killer, but research is the antidote to that.”

The run is just one part of Team Katie’s mission. In an effort to raise awareness, the

The following may be symptoms of Ovarian Cancer:

• Abdominal bloating or swelling

• Feeling unusually full after eating

• Pain, pressure, or discomfort in the abdomen, pelvis. or back

• Pain during sex

• Frequent need to urinate, a feeling of pressure in the bladder

• Changes in bowel habits

• Unusual vaginal bleeding

• Fatigue

—Courtesy the Katie Oppo Research Fund

Are you at Risk for Ovarian Cancer?

• Risk increases as women age: with a median age at diagnosis of 63 (though ovarian cancer strikes women of all ages)

• Genetic predisposition: family history of ovarian, breast, or colon cancer (Inheriting a defect in the BRC1 or BRCA2 genes can increase a woman’s risk by 15-40 percent.)

• Reproductive history: risk is higher if you have never had children

• History of Endometriosis

• Early onset of menstruation and late menopause

• Obesity and or smoking

—Courtesy Katie Oppo Research Fund

research fund also began hosting Women’s Health Forums. The first two forums were geared toward young women in high school and college. “Ovarian cancer does not have any form for earlier detection right now,” said Elizabeth. “So, this is what we’re fighting for, is to have young women be empowered to take their reproductive health seriously when they’re young. It’s really about your overall gynecological health. Because there are so many ways to protect ourselves that young women and their mothers are just really not aware of.” Discussing health and STDs with young adults can often be uncomfortable for parents, leading to insufficient education on important topics. Elizabeth and the Katie Oppo Research Fund are trying to get to younger women before they go out into the world. “After high school, [young women] are going to college or joining the workforce. That’s our target group because that’s when problems really start to arise,” said Elizabeth. “We’re really trying to raise awareness that whatever we do or don’t do is unquestionably going to affect our health later on.”

Most importantly, Oppo wants young women to feel seen and heard, and to be able to advocate for themselves in every situation. “It’s a little bit like when you get a diagnosis. That’s scary, whatever it is, and you would never just go with that first opinion. You would you go elsewhere (to make sure). So (it’s about) empowering women to understand that their health is in their hands. If there’s something bothering them, they need to speak up. It is a lot like getting another opinion if you’re not being heard.”

The run begins at 9 a.m. and will be held rain or shine. Tickets are $35 for each individual, $20 for virtual participants, $15 for kids 12 to 6, and under 6 is free. For more information or to register, visit www. teamkatieoppo.org.

Kids under six can run (or roll) for free.

(Photo by Team Katie Oppo) Race participants. (Photo by Team Katie Oppo)

Race participants get ready at the starting line.

(Photo by Team Katie Oppo)

Kyra’s Law: Passed Senate Committee, Denied Assembly Review

Custody law stalls in NYS Assembly

The New York Assembly will not put Kyra’s Law on their calendar this year. Over 150,000 emails have been sent to the New York State Legislature and over half of the Assembly signed on as co-sponsors of Kyra’s Law.

Named for murdered Long Island twoyear-old Kyra Franchetti, Kyra’s Law calls for courts to consider a child’s safety when making custody and visitation decisions; directs the court to review certain information as it relates to allegations of abuse; expands the existing, weak judicial training requirements on family violence and child abuse to ensure our judges who make life-and-death decisions have the needed skills to properly assess these dangerous and lethal cases; and addresses critical shortcomings in child custody cases that result in children being abused and murdered.

In the wake of Kyra’s passing at the hands of her own abusive father, her mother, Jacqueline Franchetti, has tirelessly advocated for this desperately needed family court reform. According to the Administration for Children & Families, an estimated 1,750 children died from abuse and neglect nationwide in 2020. The rate of child abuse in New York State is almost twice the national

average, according to data provided by the state’s Council on Children and Families.

“How many more children, like Kyra, must die during child custody and visitation proceedings in New York’s courts before systems are put in place to protect them during this potentially dangerous time?” asked Franchetti. “Kyra should be nine years old, instead she is frozen in time as the 2-year-old toddler I knew. Every morning the school bus goes by my home, and Kyra is not on it. Right now our courts are an abuser’s paradise, and children are routinely court-ordered into homes with abusive parents. The next child harmed may be one you know and love.”

“Let’s be clear: what happened to Kyra was entirely preventable,” said Senator James Skoufis, who sponsored the legislation. “As the father of a child around Kyra’s age, I’m horrified and hard-pressed to understand how the court involved in this case ignored the numerous warning signs of abusive behavior and gave Kyra’s father the green light for unsupervised visitation. Instances of domestic violence require enhanced attention and sensitivity on the part of our family courts, and lawmakers must act quickly to prevent further harm to New York’s children.”

—Submitted by Kyra’s Champions

Jacqueline Franchetti urging reform outside the Senate this May. (Photo by Kyra’s Champions)

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

Mediterranean Cooking

Demonstration & Tasting Lunch

Join Chef Naela Zeidan from 12-2 p.m. for a demonstration of classic Mediterranean dishes including spinach pie and za’atar flatbread with hummus, with a delicious tasting buffet to follow. Space is limited. Priority will be given to Manhasset Library cardholders. Online Registration begins Wednesday, May 24 at 9 am on the MPL Calendar.

Yoga and Stretch

Link movement and breath through yoga sequences to not only gain more flexibility, but also increase strength. Participants will learn a series of posture sequences, with focus on core and posture. The routine will always include some lower back and hamstring stretches- important for people hunched over a computer, school desk or phone. Class Meets: June 7, 14, 28, July 5, 12, 19. Please bring: a mat (preferably 1/2in thick), towel, pair of 3 lb. weights (optional). Contact mplprograms@manhassetlibrary.org for more information.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14

Book Ends Book Discussion

Join Librarian Cheryl at 10 a.m. for a discussion of Barbara Kingsolver. Set in the mountains of southern Appalachia, Copperhead a teenaged single mother with no assets beyond his dead father’s good looks and copper-colored hair, a caustic wit, and a fierce talent for survival.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

Pool Opening

Whitney Pond Park pool opens Saturday, June 24. The pool will be open daily Saturday, June 24 – Friday, August 18 at 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. Residents can register at the pool office beginning Monday, June 19, daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

MONDAY, JUNE 19

will feature paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures. The exhibition runs from April 16 through September 29. Curated by Thomas Germano and Juliette Vaissiere, this exhibition presents works by artists who visually compose in a variety of mediums. Each has been asked to articulate in a short written statement their approaches to composition specifically found in the works

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FRIDAY, JUNE 23

Commencement

Graduation ceremony for Manhasset Union Free Schools. 5 p.m.

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You Are Not Alone

If you or someone you know is in crisis or feeling suicidal, call the Long Island Crisis Center 24/7 hotline: (516)679-

“I believe that quality dental care is best achieved through a collaborative team approach. This means not only partnering with his colleagues at the Smilist to offer the highest quality of care, but also working with you as the patient. You’ll be involved during each stage of treatment and we’ll work together to design the best possible treatment option for you and your lifestyle.”

Summer Art Lab

Art and Atmosphere

Learn about the history of “earthworks” and “site-specific” art, while creating your masterpieces. Engage with the outdoor sculptures and explore weathering, erosion, conservation, geology and more.

Week 2: July 17-21

Creative Creatures

A creative process where students explore our relationship to wildlife and invent new ways of representing different critters in their habitats, connecting to the history of the property and the family who lived here with their unique collection of pets.

Week 3: July 24-28

Picturing Portraits

Travel through the history of portraiture from about 5,000 years ago to modern times, while discovering your artistic voice. Learn not only the fundamentals of creating a likeness, but also find inspiration in the inner qualities of your subjects. This week will include an exploration of the exhibition, Modigliani and the Modern Portrait (on view 7/22-11/5).

Week 4: July 31-August 4

Action and Abstraction

Discover the interactions of line, form, color, shape, and texture. Focusing on the creative process with an emphasis in abstract styles. You will have the opportunity to explore new modes of visual expression and communication.

The Foraged Fern: It’s Fiddlehead Time

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If you explore the produce section of your local grocery store in mid-May to early June, you might encounter a strange seasonal vegetable. Intensely green, these spirals resemble the top of a violin; hence their colloquial name “fiddleheads.” This wild-harvested treat usually comes from Maine and Canada and is only available for a very short season.

What are fiddleheads?

There are many species of fern that have traditionally been called “fiddleheads.” This includes the bracken fern, which is carcinogenic. For people in the north and east of North America, “fiddleheads” are the unfurled fronds of the ostrich fern, and people have been eating them for centuries. They are traditionally harvested in Northeastern Canada and Northern New England by hand.

e Maliseet and the Mi’kmaq tribes of Eastern Canada and Maine were the rst people to harvest and eat the young

shoots. is practice was then adopted by the Acadian colonials who were in contact with the Native peoples. In the Passamaquoddy and Maliseet languages,

the word for ddlehead is “mahsus”; in Penobscot, they are “máhsosi.” e double-curve motif that Wabanaki people sometimes use to decorate artwork bears a

strong resemblance to a ddlehead. According to the Canadian Encyclopedia, Fiddleheads are the only native Canadian plant to achieve commercial success as a vegetable.

Where do fiddleheads come from?

These beautiful green curls begin poking through the wet soil near rivers, streams, and marshes in late April,

Fiddleheads should be tightly furled when harvested. (Photo by Cory Olsen)

Fiddleheads grow quickly under the right conditions.

(Photo by Amanda Olsen)

and are harvested through late May depending on the weather. Fiddleheads can spread through spores, but they mostly reproduce through rhizomes, or spreading roots. A bunch, called a crown, will emerge from the soil and produce up to eight fronds. The bunches are small, tight, and covered in a brown, papery skin. Fiddleheads

Three ways to identify ostrich fern fiddleheads in the spring:

- There is a deep, ”U”-shaped groove on the inside of the smooth stem.

- There are thin, brown, paper-like scales covering the newly emerging fiddleheads. The scales fall off as the fiddlehead grows and elongates.

- The fertile, spore-bearing frond is distinctive in shape, and also has a groove on the inside of the stem. When present during harvest time, the previous year’s fertile frond will be dark brown in color. Not all ostrich fern crowns will have fertile fronds.

In contrast, bracken fern fiddleheads are fuzzy, lack the brown paper-like covering and do not have a U-shaped groove on the inside of the stem.

—From the University of Maine Cooperative Extention

spread quickly and can cover acres under the right conditions.

How are fiddleheads prepared? Getting fiddleheads ready to eat is no small task. Once picked, they have to be carefully trimmed and cleaned in cold water to remove all the rusty “paper.” This can take several tries until the water rinses clear.

Then they must be blanched and frozen, or if you can’t wait, boiled and eaten with butter and salt. A cold salad of boiled fiddleheads and vinaigrette is also tasty. They are wonderful steamed and then sautéed with garlic. Just remember, whatever recipe you chose, your fiddleheads must be thoroughly cooked. Undercooked fiddleheads can lead to tummy trouble.

Fiddleheads are super good for you.

Fiddleheads are actually a superfood. They have twice the omega-3 fatty acids of blueberries, and are rich in vitamins A and C, iron, and phosphorus.

What do fiddleheads taste like?

These delicious ferns have a taste all their own, but it is sometimes described as a combination of green beans, asparagus, and spinach. To many people, it tastes like spring.

These wonderful ferns have been steadily gaining notoriety. There are now multiple festivals across the north that celebrate fiddleheads. While fiddleheads are a wild edible, if you are lucky, you might see a basket of them in your local grocery store. They are also available through mail order. The season is short, so be sure to snap them up if you see them.

Shrimp and Fiddlehead Medley

1 pound fresh fiddleheads

6 ounces linguine, uncooked

6 cups water

1 ¾ pounds Maine shrimp, fresh or frozen

1 teaspoon olive oil

2/3 cup onion, chopped

1/2 cup green pepper, diced

1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced

1 teaspoon thyme

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon celery seed

2 tablespoons lemon juice

Clean and wash fiddleheads using the process above. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, add shrimp, and cook 3-5 minutes, or until slightly opaque white in color (frozen shrimp may take longer). Drain well, and set aside. Cook fiddleheads in boiling water (enough water to cover all fiddleheads during cooking) for 15 minutes. Drain. Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed, without salt or oil. Drain well, set aside, and keep warm.

Add olive oil to a large, nonstick skillet and heat on medium-high. Add onion and green pepper and sauté until crisp-tender. Stir in fiddleheads. Add sliced mushrooms, thyme, pepper, salt, and celery seeds to the vegetable mixture; stir well. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until mushrooms are tender, stirring often. Stir in shrimp and lemon juice; cook until heated through, stirring often.

Place pasta on a large platter. Spoon shrimp and fiddlehead mixture on top. Serve immediately.

Serves 6.

—From the University of Maine Cooperative Extention

Newly emerging fiddleheads.

(Photo by David Fuller via the UMaine Cooperative Extention)

Long Island Weekly To Cover Governors Ball Music Festival

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The Governors Ball Music Festival, which will be held at Flushing Meadows Corona Park, has invited Long Island Weekly to cover the artists, attendees, fashion and culture of the festival.

“It’s one of the city’s most iconic and storied parks, and a place that was designed 80+ years ago specifically for massive cultural celebrations,” said Tom Russell, one of the original founders of Governors Ball Music Festival. “Public transportation goes right there, and you can’t find a more unique or special venue that can accommodate a massive event like ours.

The festival, which will take place between June 9 and 11, provides a jam-packed weekend of music, food, drinks, experiences and so much more.

The inaugural Governors Ball Music Festival was held on Governors Island in New York City, headlined by artists Girl Talk, Pretty Lights, and Empire of the Sun. Twelve years later, the festival has remained popular and arguably one of New York’s most well known music festivals.

Russell described the culture of the festival as similar to New York City: “Inspiring, diverse, and totally electric.”

The festival also continues to stage iconic artists. Last year, Halsey, J Cole and Kid Cudi were the headliners.

“We always seek to create an amazing lineup each year. Having world class internationally respected headliners who are touring behind a new record is hugely important,” said one of the original founders Jordan Wolowitz. “At the same time we present amazing up-and-coming artists that many people will see for the first time. As a multi-genre festival, it’s important to create a lineup that represents multiple genres, while having it presented in a curated fashion. As Gov Ball represents New York

City, we always include up-andcoming NYC artists as well. Overall, the lineup is put together with a combination of statistics and most importantly instinct and the ability to curate a world class lineup. At the end of the day, we’re massive music fans first and foremost. We put together a lineup that every music lover can enjoy.”

Among those up-and-coming artists are youngsters with very bright futures ahead: The School of Rock in Brooklyn and Queens.

“Nothing beats growing up in New York City, and as kids we always dreamed of bringing our hometown a festival our city could call its own,” Russell said. “To be able to give local kids an opportunity to showcase their talent to the world and rep NYC to the masses felt like something we just had to do. Plus these kids absolutely rock.”

To learn more about the festival, visit www.governorsballmusicfestival.com.

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My Uncle Sammy, The War Hero COLUMNS

This is a true story, honoring a group of brave Italian American soldiers in WW II on this, the 75th Anniversary of their mission.

The early morning darkness of March 22nd, 1944, was cloudy with no moonlight to guide the three inflatable boats carrying 15 United States soldiers and 650 pounds of dynamite on a secret mission, almost 250 miles behind enemy lines on the rocky Ligurian coast near Framura, in occupied Italy. Their mission—to locate and destroy two train tunnels, where the Genoa-La Spieza lines joined together to meet the seashore. These rail lines were the main supply arteries to Anzio.

As well-trained soldiers for the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), a precursor to the CIA, these volunteers were chosen for this specific mission because of their Italian heritage and their ability to speak Italian. My father’s oldest brother, my uncle Sammy DiSclafani (his given name was Salvatore), was one of those soldiers. While unable to locate the target on their first attempt in February, additional aerial surveys enabled them to make this second attempt, dubbed “Ginny II.”

Without radar and unable to communicate with the PT boats due to unreliable radio transmissions, the ocean currents diverted the commandos off-course. As if

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that wasn’t enough, German torpedo boats appeared, forcing the PT boats to vacate their position, abandoning the commandos.

Unable to locate their target as dawn approached, they hid in a deserted farmhouse for 24 hours, as per the mission directive. On the morning of the 23rd, two officers left on a reconnaissance mission for food and information, successfully locating the Genoa-La Spieza target. After coordinating their escape with the PT boats for later that evening, they waited for the darkness to complete their mission. But this time, both PT boats ran into trouble, one with a mechanical breakdown and the other forced to turn back after encountering enemy activity. Without a viable escape plan, the mission would have to wait another day.

Little did they know they had just 72 hours to live.

Unfortunately, the uniformed soldiers were spotted by an Italian girl who notified authorities. They were captured and surrendered that morning, March 24th. After being initially interrogated by Italian Fascist authorities, they were turned over to the German military and transferred to the 135th Fortress Brigade in La Spieza.

The Germans took the interrogations to another level, uncovering the true nature of their mission. Once identified as a commando raid, the situation was relayed up the German hierarchy, and the next morning, March 25th, a cable arrived signed by General Anton Dostler. The Americans were to be executed immediately, as per an edict implemented by Adolph Hitler in 1942. The Fuhrerbefehl Commando Order specified immediate death, without trial, for anyone engaging in sabotage behind German lines. Although the German Officers knew that executing uniformed prisoners of war was a direct violation of the Geneva Convention, they had sworn a loyalty oath to Hitler.

On the morning of March 26th, the 15 Italian-American soldiers, still in uniform, were brought to a remote location, Punta Bianca, on the hilltop of

Look Up

BY AMANDA OLSEN

As the weather warms up, one way to beat the heat is to move activities to the evening hours. Stargazing lets people get out at night and learn more about the universe. All of the events this month are visible with the naked eye or binoculars.

June 1 and 2: Mars in the beehive. The planet Mars will pass through the beehive cluster, a cluster of stars in

the constellation Cancer. A good pair of binoculars should be enough to see this rare event.

June 4: Full Moon

Venus at greatest eastern elongation. This is the best time to view Venus since it will be at its highest point above the horizon. Look for the bright planet in the western sky after sunset.

June 12 and 13: Venus in the

beehive. The planet Venus will pass through the beehive cluster.

June 18: New Moon.

June 21: June solstice. The north pole will be tilted toward the Sun, which will have reached its northernmost position in the sky and will be directly over the Tropic of Cancer at 23.44 degrees north latitude. This is the first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

the Ameglia Peninsula. There, they were executed and buried in a shallow, hidden grave, as the German military sought to cover up their war crimes. After issuing a communique announcing the commandos had been killed in combat, all written records of the incident were destroyed.

There is no happy ending to this story unless you count General Dostler being captured and tried before an American Military Commission in October of 1945. He was the first German general brought to trial after the war. His defense of “obeying orders” was rejected and was a factor that contributed to the creation of Principle IV for future Nuremberg war crime trials, in which the defense of “Supervisor Orders” was deemed unacceptable. Dosler was found guilty and executed by firing squad on December 1st, 1945.

I tell this story to remind us of the sacrifices the men and women in our military make every day. My Uncle Sammy and the other 14 men volunteered for this mission, not knowing if they would ever see their families again. Although posthumously receiving the “Silver Star,” they didn’t do it for the glory; they did it for their country and what they believed in.

They did it for all of us. That’s the true definition of a hero.

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COLUMNS Apps Help You Identify And Find Birds

A group of my birding friends walked on May 2 in Sands Point Preserve and one of them, a very good photographer, commented later that he was identifying birds by sound more than by sight, which annoyed him a bit since he liked to photograph them. We heard a pretty rare bird calling, yellow-throated vireo, but we could not see it anywhere even though it seemed loud and close. But at least we knew to look for it since we knew it was there. Which is one point about hearing bird calls and songs, if you don’t see it, at least you know it is there.

Another point is If you recognize the call or song as belonging to a particular bird then you know what to look for and in the general direction and often you can better find the bird.

Last Autumn in the same preserve. I heard a bird song that I didn’t recognize. I turned on the Merlin app on my phone that identifies bird calls and songs and it said it was a chestnut sided-warbler. So I looked for that bird and found it directly overhead fairly quickly. So much of the time hearing the bird song or call helps

ALL ABOUT BIRDS

you find the bird.

The Merlin app, made by the Cornell Lab and is free to download. It can make mistakes and misidentify a bird song or call, but it is mostly correct from my experience using it, which I do every time I go looking for birds. Even birders who are really good at identifying birds by hearing use it regularly.

An app I use to identify birds visually is Sibley v.2, which cost me $20. It has the ability to show you a split screen of two similar birds in case you are not sure which is the correct one and need to compare them side-by-side. I also can play to calls or songs so I

can compare that to what I heard. The eBIrd app, which is free to download, is used to enter the species of birds you see or hear and the number of each. It also has an Explore option to help you locate birds you want to see. Ebird uses the data put in by other birders using the eBIrd app. Also you can observe a specific “hot spot”, a place you are planning to visit and see what birds have been reported there. EBird is made up of ”hot spots,” specific places where many species of birds are found. For example, Sands Point Preserve, Leeds Pond Preserve and Hempstead Harbor Shoreline Trail are “hot spots” in this area. Smaller “hot spots” are Baxter and Mill ponds, Guggenheim Preserve, and Manorhaven Preserve and Nature Trail. If you have any questions on how to use these apps or on birds in general or native plants contact me at nsaudubonsociety.org.

Peggy Maslow North Shore Audubon Society

A House Of Art Industry

is the place for popular local bands

JENNIFER CORR

jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

If you’re involved with local arts in any way, whether it’s music, poetry or paintings/mixed media/ drawing, then Industry in Huntington should be on your radar.

When you walk in to the lounge located at 344 New York Ave. in Huntington, you are immediately inundated with local art and talent.

According to Industry’s website, it began as a flea market in 2018.

“Curation attracted artists and, the flea market took on an art guild,” the website’s “about” page stated. “Music and musicians followed course and

The atmosphere feels calm and quiet, until the event starts.

Industry hosts events almost every night it’s open, which is Wednesday to Sunday. There’s open mics, art shows and plenty of live shows from local bands.

On May 19, the band Intent, which will soon change it’s name, hosted a celebration in honor of it’s album “Crash Landing,” featuring fellow local bands Evil Sweet and Out of Pocket.

First, Evil Sweet took to the stage, tuning up their instruments and doing mic checks. Once they officially started their show, the area in front of the stage became crowded with friends of the band, as well as music lovers. The funky tempo of the music inspired plenty of dancing.

During the show, the lead singer of Intent, Raad Khan, brought Long Island Weekly outside for an interview with all five members: Maxwell Peters (drummer), Jon McGrath (guitarist), Brett Siegel (bassist), Khan and Kevin Gaughan (guitarist). The music from inside the club echoed outside from the back door as we were all surrounded by the business of Huntington, an exciting night for sure.

The show is a culmination of what happens when artists meet and decide to collaborate on a project together. And it certainly hopes that the members of the band share in their humor.

First, Khan and McGrath met through an open mic that McGrath’s girlfriend was attending.

we’d all been drinking and making merry the whole time to boot, we just weren’t charging ourselves for the privilege. Once we got our bar in place the funds generated from our gatherings (art shows, music concerts, whiskey tastings, live sketch nights, dance nights) helped fund a place where artists could congregate, display and grow. Many people signed up as ‘patrons’ and their monthly dues go towards supporting the arts.”

To this day, Industry is still filled with antiques you can buy and art you can hoard. It’s almost a little overwhelming.

After you step up to the bar and order yourself a drink, there’s plenty of comfy places you can sit and contemplate all the art on the walls.

“John’s girlfriend ended up being at the open mic and she said ‘hey, do you need a band? Because you sound pretty good and I have friends of mine that are in a band and their singer just left,’” Khan said. “[McGrath] and I met at a Guitar Center, jammed on the acoustic section and I met up with the rest of the guys, which aren’t in the band anymore. People quit and we started recruiting other people.”

Eventually Peters, who organizes Planet of Sound Promotions, a local promotion and booking collective, got involved. Khan said Peters had booked them a gig, but then their drummer had quit. Luckily, Peters was happy to offer his own drumming skills.

“I thought it would just be one show, but it turned into many,” Peters said. “And now we’re at our record release show.”

“And then on top of that, there was this Canadian guy,” McGrath said.

The “Canadian” guy was Gaughan, who is actually from Buffalo, NY. Gaughan was recruited for a jam after the members of the band enjoyed an acoustic show he was doing at one of Peter’s

open mics.

And Siegel got involved after attending one of the band’s show on a date in East Setauket. He had driven all the way from Wantagh.

“He goes ‘I don’t know, I might play base,’” McGrath said. “Guy’s a phenomenal bassist. Shows up, completes the whole thing.” While they each have different styles and tastes in music, their skills have aligned themselves with each other pretty well.

Gaughan has been playing guitar since he was a kid, escalating in his interest through folk and 60s music at age 16. Later, he began exploring grunge, metal, jazz, blues and whatever crossed his path.

Khan was born and raised in Bangladesh. His family often listened to Bengali folk music. “But I still remember this one time my friend showed me a Metallica song, and I was like ‘I have to learn guitar immediately,’” Khan said. “That’s what got me into playing guitar. And then I saw a Michael Jackson video, and that made me want to be a performer. That’s what got me into learning how to sing, how to play guitar. I joined a few bands back home, and once I came to America I

started a band in college, in Pennsylvania. And I moved to Long Island about two years ago, started on the open mics, and met these guys.”

Siegel said he grew up listening to classic rock, and later became interested in psychedelic jam bands. “My life is basically live music and concerts,” Siegel said. “I never been in a band before this, and I’ve always just loved playing for fun and live music and experimenting.”

McGrath has been playing guitar for about four years.

“I was also raised by my grandmother who was like 100, so that’s all she listened to; Stevie Ray... Albert King, you know, the classics,” McGrath said. “So that’s what got me into it. So I was like I have to do something. I’m Italian. I where the chain. Can’t be a rapper. Might as well be a guitarist.”

Peters comes from a whole family of musicians. His dad is a drummer, his mother a singer and clarinetist. He’s the oldest of four fellow musicians as well. Initially he was inspired by bands like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, and as he grew older Nirvana and Green Day.

“I’ve been in like 30 bands,” Peters said. “And I have to say this is the most fun one I’ve ever been in.”

Once it was show time, they all got up there and simply wowed the audience. It got crowded, and people were dancing, singing along and were having a great time.

It was surely a memorable show for the band’s last performance as Intent.

Intent lead singer Raad Khan in front of a very excited crowd at Industry in Huntington.

(Photos by Jennifer Corr)

Intent is made up by Jon McGrath (guitarist), Raad Khan (lead singer), Brett Siegel (bassist), Kevin Gaughan (guitarist) and Maxwell Peters (drummer).

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June 1 Kicks Off Men’s Health Month

BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF specialsections@antonmediagroup.com

Men’s Health Month, observed annually in June, serves as a vital reminder of the unique health challenges faced by men and highlights the importance of proactive healthcare practices. This month-long campaign aims to increase awareness about the top health risks men face, encouraging men to prioritize their well-being and take preventive measures. By understanding these health risks, we can empower men to make informed decisions and lead healthier lives.

Top Health Risks :

Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks and strokes, remains the leading cause of death among men. Contributing factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle pose significant risks. Men’s Health Month emphasizes the importance of regular exercise, a healthy diet, smoking cessation, and routine check-ups to detect and manage risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in men. Raising awareness about the importance of early detection through regular screenings, such as prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests and digital rectal exams (DRE), can significantly improve outcomes. Men’s Health Month educates men about the risks, symptoms, and screening guidelines, empowering them to make informed decisions about their prostate health.

Testicular Cancer

Although relatively rare, testicular cancer primarily affects younger men between the ages of 15 and 35. By promoting self-examination techniques and encouraging regular medical check-ups, Men’s Health Month helps men identify early warning signs such as lumps or changes in the testicles. Early detection and timely treatment can greatly increase survival rates.

Diabetes

Diabetes affects millions of men worldwide and can lead to severe health complications if left unmanaged. Men’s Health Month emphasizes the importance of healthy eating, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. It also encourages men with

diabetes to engage in proper self-care, regular monitoring, and effective disease management.

Mental Health

Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, yet men often face unique challenges in seeking help and support. Men’s Health Month aims to break down societal stigmas and encourages men to prioritize their mental health. It raises awareness about common mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and suicide rates

among men. Promoting open conversations, destigmatizing seeking help, and providing resources and support networks are crucial steps in addressing men’s mental health.

Lung Cancer and Respiratory Diseases

Lung cancer, primarily caused by smoking, remains a significant health risk for men. Occupational exposure to hazardous substances and environmental factors can contribute to respiratory diseases. Men’s Health Month educates men about the dangers of smoking, supports smoking

cessation efforts, and encourages lung health maintenance through regular check-ups and healthy lifestyle choices. Men’s Health Month plays a vital role in raising awareness and addressing the top health risks that men face throughout their lives.

By understanding these risks and taking proactive steps, men can significantly improve their overall health and well-being. Regular check-ups, healthy lifestyle choices, and early detection are essential in preventing and managing diseases and cancers.

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QI have pain in my hip that is getting worse. If I need a hip replacement, I have read that there have been improvements in pain management after surgery and some people can go home the same day. How will I know if I need hip replacement surgery?

AHip replacement is a highly successful surgery to relieve hip pain caused by osteoarthritis, the type of arthritis caused by wear and tear. When you see an orthopedic specialist, the first step is to determine the specific cause of your pain. In addition to a discussion of your symptoms and the physical examination, an x-ray is the best way to see if a patient has osteoarthritis. The specialist will carefully evaluate the amount of space between the bones in the hip joint. If there is very little space, or no space at all, that means the cartilage is worn away. We call this “bone on bone” arthritis.

On the other hand, if an x-ray shows substantial space between the bones, it indicates that a patient still has good cartilage, so something else may be triggering the pain. There can be any number of causes, from an overuse injury resulting from repetitive stress to an inflammatory condition such as bursitis. Most conditions, including osteoarthritis, are treated with activity modification, anti-inflammatory medication, acetaminophen and sometimes a steroid or PRP injections.

To answer your original question, the time is usually right for hip replacement when a patient experiences ongoing pain and limited mobility, has clear joint space narrowing on an x-ray and is not helped by nonoperative treatment. The surgery entails replacing the painful, arthritic joint with a hip replacement implant. Advances in implant materials now allow a hip replacement to last decades, even a lifetime. Improved tissue-sparing surgical techniques and pain control have also been of great benefit.

Some people are surprised to learn that they will not need general anesthesia. At HSS, we use regional anesthesia during hip replacement surgery. An additional anesthetic injected at the end of surgery provides pain control for up to 72 hours after the procedure. Many patients can manage pain with acetaminophen and anti-inflammatory medication alone, and opioids are rarely needed.

These days, about half of the patients at HSS go home within 24 hours of hip replacement. Many motivated patients in good health even go home the same day. They generally have the surgery in the morning and go home that evening.

There is no age limit for total hip replacement surgery. A study at HSS found that hip replacement was just as successful in patients over age 90, although they usually stay in the hospital longer than younger individuals.

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June Is Scoliosis Awareness Month

National Scoliosis Awareness Month unites scoliosis patients, families, physicians, clinicians, institutions and related businesses in a collaborative partnership to create a positive public awareness, education, and advocacy campaign through a grassroots network of local activities, events and media impressions throughout the year.

Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine that affects two to three percent of the population, or an estimated 7 million people in the United States. Most are diagnosed with scoliosis between the ages of 10 and 15, but the condition also affects infants and adults. It is a condition that affects people of all races, classes and both genders. Girls are eight times more likely than boys to have a curve that will progress to a magnitude that requires treatment. Scoliosis is common in children with a variety of congenital and neuromuscular diseases, but it is most prevalent in seemingly healthy children, with no known cause (idiopathic).

Most curvatures are minor and require only that patients are monitored by their doctors. However, approximately one out of every six children diagnosed with scoliosis will have a curve that progresses to a degree that requires active treatment. In 2004, an estimated one million patients diagnosed with scoliosis utilized health care resources. The estimated total hospital charges, excluding professional fees and non-covered charges, for all patients released from the hospital with an idiopathic scoliosis diagnosis was $2.7 billion.

Scoliosis can get worse and may cause chronic back pain; impact heart and lung function, and take a toll on self-esteem. Screening for the condition is non-invasive and takes about 30 seconds. With early detection and proper treatment, people diagnosed with scoliosis can lead healthy, active lives. Fewer than half of the states in our nation currently require screening

for scoliosis at schools, so it is imperative that parents, teachers, coaches, healthcare professionals and children are aware of the early signs of scoliosis. Additionally, advances in science and technology mean both the diagnosis and treatment of scoliosis are improving every year.

Patients and physicians working together can help raise scoliosis awareness and promote a positive message through the news media and community events. By working in a united front the scoliosis community can help maintain a proper perspective and offset some of the misunderstanding and negative views often portrayed in the media. Key information can provide patients, parents and their children with a better understanding of the signs and symptoms of scoliosis and where to get help. This in turn can help the healthcare system to be more effective and less costly. And last, but not least, community and grassroots events, such as health seminars and support groups, can encourage the sharing of personal stories and connect patients so that no family affected by scoliosis goes through the experience alone.

The genesis of this awareness program began in 2008 when the National Scoliosis Foundation (NSF) secured the first official U.S. House of Representatives Proclamation from Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz, PA, declaring June as National Scoliosis Awareness Month. The proclamation highlighted the facts about scoliosis and invited government officials, and the entire community to join us in raising awareness about important issues regarding four major topics including patient care, screening, patient privacy and protection.

Visit www.scoliosis.org to learn more. Or check out the information pages by Scoliosis Research Society (www.srs.org).

—National Scoliosis Foundation (NSF)

Thoracic scoliosis

Answer from Friedrich Boettner, MD, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee surgery and joint replacement at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City and at HSS Long Island.

Skin Cancer: Early Detection Saves Lives

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world, but there is good news: It’s also the cancer you can see on your body. By learning to recognize the warning signs of the disease, you can identify suspicious spots before they become dangerous. Most skin cancers are highly treatable when diagnosed at an early stage, but if left to grow, they can become disfiguring or even deadly. This is why the early detection of skin cancer is so important—it can save your life or the life of a loved one.

“I’ve had many patients point to something they found on their skin and ask, ‘What’s that?’” said Deborah S. Sarnoff, MD, president of The Skin Cancer Foundation. “Sometimes it was a person’s partner who pushed them to get a spot checked out. We all have the power to speak up about a suspicious lesion on our own body or the skin of a friend or family member.”

What’s Your Skin Cancer Risk?

One in five Americans will get skin cancer by the age of 70. Anyone can get skin cancer regardless of race, ethnicity or skin tone, but some people are at higher risk than others. People with very fair skin are extremely susceptible to skin damage as well as to skin cancers. People with dark

skin tones are generally less vulnerable to UV damage because of the type of melanin darker skin produces, and how it is distributed. However, when they do develop skin cancer, it tends to be found at a more advanced and dangerous stage. Other risk factors for skin cancer include a history of

sunburns, a history of tanning (outside or in a tanning bed) and a family or personal history of skin cancer.

How to Spot Potential Skin Cancers

The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends

you perform a head-to-toe self-exam every month to look for potential skin cancers. Some things to look for include a growth that changes in size, thickness, color or texture. Skin cancers can appear pearly, transparent, tan, brown, black or multicolored. You should also pay attention to any sore or spot that continues to itch, hurt, crust or bleed or is slow to heal.

The Ugly Duckling rule is something else to keep in mind during a self-exam. The rule is based on the concept that normal moles on the body resemble each other, while melanoma (a dangerous form of skin cancer) can stand out like an ugly duckling. These lesions can be larger, smaller, lighter or darker in contrast to surrounding moles. Isolated lesions without surrounding moles for comparison are also considered ugly ducklings.

Since all skin cancers present differently, the most important tip is to be on the lookout for anything new, changing or unusual. If you spot anything suspicious during your self-exam, you should make an appointment with a dermatologist right away. You can find more information at www.skincancer.org about how to perform a self-exam and how to prepare for an annual exam.

—Skin Cancer Foundation

Ashfaq Marghoob, MD Director of Clinical Dermatology MSK in Hauppauge

Alzheimer’s Foundation Cuts Ribbon On New Respite Care Relief Park

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) and Nassau County officials today cut the ribbon on a new Respite Care Relief Park for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses. The park, one of the only of its kind anywhere in the country, is an educational and recreational dementia-friendly place where caregivers can feel comfortable bringing their loved one with dementia to relax and enjoy a peaceful outdoor setting, while also gaining helpful educational information.

The Respite Care Relief Park, which overlooks a lake, includes a gazebo, benches, landscaping, and educational information about Alzheimer’s disease; avoiding caregiver burnout; building caregiver skills and a team of support; and resources available to help. The park is located within Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, which is the biggest park in Nassau County and larger in size than Central Park in New York City.

“The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is pleased to work with Nassau County to provide this new respite care relief park, only the second one in the entire country, for the growing number of

families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., President & CEO of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

“Staying isolated at home is extremely detrimental for both individuals with dementia and their caregivers, which is why families

need to have dementia-friendly places that they can go and feel comfortable bringing their loved ones. This new resource, centrally located and easily accessible from all corners of Nassau County and housed in its largest and most utilized park, is another way for us to give back and help

local families caring for a loved one with dementia.”

The need for dementia-friendly places is critical. Isolation is one of the biggest challenges for people with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. It can accelerate the progression of the disease and contribute to caregiver burnout. The park gives Alzheimer’s caregivers an outlet to get out of the house, enjoy a peaceful outdoor setting, socialize and receive information that can help them in their time of need.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 6.2 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease right now, and that number is projected to more than double by 2060. More than 410,000 people in New York State are currently living with Alzheimer’s, including an estimated 50,000 Long Islanders.

Information about additional services the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America provides to families affected by dementia-related illnesses, including a Helpline that’s available 7 days a week, caregiver support groups, and educational programs, can be found at www.alzfdn.org<http://www. alzfdn.org> or by calling 866-232-8484. —Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)

Watercress Can Improve Mental Heath

Mental health and nutrition are reciprocal. What people eat affects their mental health, and mental health influences how they think, feel, and act. The latest American Medical Association poll shows that 66 percent of American adults understand the connection, and 81 percent are inclined to improve their diet to improve mental health.

Americans agree that work (70 percent), family stress (68 percent), exercise (65 percent), and social habits (61 percent) have a more of an impact on their mental health compared to their diet (58 percent). But, they agree that their diet (58 percent) substantially impacts their mental health.

Improve your diet with the most nutrient-dense food on the planet—watercress. Watercress is packed with 28 essential vitamins, minerals, and compounds and is the only food to obtain a perfect score on both the Aggregate Nutrient Density Index (ANDI) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) indexes.

Watercress also scores high on the Antidepressant Food Scale because it is a source of highly soluble iron, zinc, magnesium, and Vitamin B. These nutrients are related to preventing and treating

Watercress is packed with 28 essential vitamins, minerals, and compounds—all these nutrients are related to preventing and treating depressive disorders.

depressive disorders.

The signs of mental health struggles include a change in eating habits, insomnia, changes in energy levels, shying away from others, unexplained moodswings, unable to perform daily tasks, considering self-harm, and indulging in alcohol or other substances more than usual.

Several circumstances can affect mental health, but there are ways to help reduce suffering and the chance of onset. Incorporating a healthier diet is a simple way to start.

—B&W Quality Growers

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Founder and Board Chair Bert Brodsky and Alzheimer’s Foundation of America President & CEO Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. help Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman cut the ribbon on the new Respite Care Relief Park at Eisenhower Park. They are joined by Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt, Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Museums Commissioner Darcy Belyea, Nassau County Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Irina Gelman, Nassau County Department of Human Services Office for the Aging Deputy Commissioner Debbie Pugliese, and staff and supporters from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

Itching Indicates Transplant Need

Itching is associated with liver diseases and it can run the gamut from a simple annoyance to a distressing and debilitating symptom. Itching or pruritus is commonly associated with liver diseases such as primary biliary cholangitis and primary sclerosing cholangitis, but it can be associated with all forms of liver disease.

The itching associated with liver disease has unique characteristics that differentiate it from itching caused by other conditions. Itching related to liver disease tends to be worse in the late evening and primarily affects the limbs, palms of the hands, and soles of the feet although generalized itching may occur. It is often worsened by stress, heat and contact with wool clothing. Scratching does not relieve this itching and the skin appears normal. Many people with the itching of liver disease describe their symptom as either “bugs crawling”, worsening with heat and improving with cool

THE SPECIALIST

MD

compresses. Because the mechanism of itching in liver disease is unknown, treatment is tailored to the patient. When a patient with liver disease complains of itching, the first things that should be performed are a good medical history and a skin examination to exclude any other causes of itching. If liver disease is the suspected cause, an abdominal

sonogram should be performed to ensure there is no obstruction of the bile ducts which can also lead to itching. This includes such conditions as biliary tract diseases and pancreatic cancer. Medical treatments for the itching of liver disease are different than those for itching of other causes. Moisturizing creams and antihistamines are not effective and should not be used. First line agents for the treatment of mild itching from liver disease include topical creams with menthol as this will exert a beneficial cooling effect. For more severe and generalized itching, medications such as cholestyramine, rifampin, naltrexone, and sertraline can be prescribed by a health care provider. Most itching related to liver disease can be well controlled with these interventions. Rarely, the severe itching from liver disease is an indication for liver transplantation.

—David Bernstein, MD, MACG, FAASLD, AGAF, FACP

Osteoporosis: A Silent Disease

Osteoporosis is often called a “silent” disease because people typically have no symptoms. They often don’t know they have it until they break a bone in an unexpected way. Osteoporosis develops when bone mineral density and bone mass decrease. This can lead to weakened bones and an increased risk of a fracture. The hips, spine and wrist are most susceptible.

The chance of developing the disease increases as you get older, and women are at greater risk. Osteoporosis or its precursor, osteopenia, affects more than half of adults ages 50 and older in the United States. Osteopenia is a loss of bone density that is not as advanced as osteoporosis.

National Osteoporosis Awareness Month in May is an opportune time to discuss ways to promote good bone health, according to experts at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), which has an outpatient location, HSS Long Island, in Uniondale.

Bones As Living Tissue

We often think of our bones as if they were Legos that support our body, but they are much more than that. A bone is living tissue that is affected by our hormones and by the nutrients, vitamins and minerals we consume. Peak bone mass occurs at the time of puberty and into our 20s and early 30s. However, even as we age, our body constantly creates new bone.

It’s normal for women to start experiencing a decrease in bone density when they enter menopause, according to Dr. Jessica Starr, an endocrinologist at HSS. This happens due to hormonal changes and is generally a slow process. “Breaking a bone after falling while in a standing position could be a sign of osteoporosis,” she said. “Any fracture should prompt a discussion of bone health with one’s doctor.”

Osteoporosis is diagnosed with a bone density test, a quick and painless type of x-ray that provides information about bone see OSTEOPOROSIS on page 10B

David Bernstein,

Plum Good Salsa

Plums, delicious and versatile fruits, belong to the Prunus genus and come in a variety of colors, including red, purple, and yellow. Bursting with flavor, plums are enjoyed worldwide. Their availability is seasonal, typically ripening from late spring to early autumn, depending on the specific variety and geographic location. During these months, plums thrive in temperate regions, benefiting from warm temperatures and abundant sunlight. The sweet and juicy flesh of plums makes them perfect for snacking, baking, or adding to jams and preserves. When the seasons change and plums grace the markets, it’s time to indulge in their lusciousness.

Ingredients:

4 large or 6 small, ripe purple plums

1 jalapeno pepper

1 red bell pepper

1 small red onion

1 lime or 2 Tbsp. of lime juice

Directions:

Cut plums around the pit into small chunks. Cut off stem of jalapeno and red pepper, remove

seeds. Cut ends of red onion, remove skin. Finely dice jalapeno, pepper and onion. Place all ingredients in a bowl, squeeze/pour lime juice over the top and mix. Makes nine, half-cup servings.

Recipe Tips:

• For more or less heat, adjust the amount of jalapeno.

• For ripe plums: choose plums with dark/smooth skin, free of discolored or wrinkled spots.

• Store ripe plums in the refrigerator up to four days. If plums are not ripe, store at room temperature until soft.

• Serve with tortilla chips; on chicken, pork or other types of meat, in tacos or on salads.

• Refrigerate leftovers for two to three days in an airtight container.

—American Heart Association Harvest of the Month recipe collection

strength and the risk of a future fracture. Recommended screenings and appropriate treatment are important. Healthy women are advised to have an initial bone density screening at age 65. For men, it’s age 70.

Earlier screening is recommended for women with certain risk factors for bone loss, such as a family history of fractures or the use of certain medications such as steroids. Those who consumed very little calcium in younger years, had an eating disorder, smoke or consume excessive amounts of alcohol may also be vulnerable to accelerated bone loss, Starr noted.

Anyone with a diagnosis of either osteoporosis or osteopenia should talk to her doctor to develop a strategy to prevent further bone loss, she said. The plan may include lifestyle changes and possibly medication. “There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to treating osteoporosis,” Starr explained. “Different medications are available, and treatment should be tailored to the needs of each individual.”

Lifestyle Changes to Promote Bone Health

A healthy lifestyle is important to maintain good bone health or

prevent further bone loss if one has osteoporosis or osteopenia, the HSS experts explain. Getting adequate calcium and vitamin D; consuming a nutrient-rich diet that includes all the major food groups; not smoking; and engaging in weight-bearing and resistance exercises can help build and preserve bone mass. Excessive alcohol consumption can also lead to decreased bone density.

“It’s best to get calcium and vitamin D from our diet. Individuals should try to get at least half of their daily calcium from foods such as dairy products, dark, green leafy vegetables and high-calcium fish like salmon and sardines,” Starr explained.

Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking and dancing, are excellent. Muscle strength training is also important for bone health and balance. It’s not only important to exercise, but to move safely when lifting a package or engaging in other activities. It may take some effort, but it’s important to lead a healthy lifestyle today to maintain bone health in the future. For a wealth of information on osteoporosis and recommendations for daily calcium and vitamin D intake, visit bones.nih.gov.

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Location, location, location. This magnificent expanded Royale Colonial, set in the heart of East Hills Country Estates at 130 Elm Drive sold on May 12 for $1,385,000. Its grand views both inside and out make this the ideal home for gatherings from the private dinner party to a holiday gathering. Ample space makes multi-generational living effortless. This stunning home comprises a first level with an open floor plan, a large living room with fireplace, formal dining room with cathedral ceiling, family room, eat-in kitchen and sliding doors leading to a bluestone patio and expansive private backyard. The first floor also boasts a bedroom/ office, full bath, laundry and access to the two-car attached garage. Each of the three bedrooms and two full bathrooms are flooded in sunlight, bringing a bit of nature’s wonders into your living space. The spacious primary bedroom has a large bathroom and three large walk-in closets. Full finished basement features a large recreation area and family room. The home includes a generator, central air conditioning, home alarm and in-ground sprinklers. This home is convenient to highways, the train station and Roslyn schools.

This spectacular custom home at 60 Eastwoods Ct. in East Hills sold on May 30 for $2,500,000. This five bedroom home is truly a designer showcase with top of the line finishes. The family room has an arched beamed plaster ceiling with custom window treatments. The double height foyer has custom hidden closets. The custom kitchen with cabinetry from Showcase Kitchens has pull out drawers and a custom pantry. The custom primary suite has a custom bathroom from Water Works, customized closets and a bonus room. The home has six bathrooms, motorized chandeliers and engineered hardwood floors throughout. The full attic with stairs is also fully shelved for storage. The home has an Savant audio and video system, with speakers in every room. The landscaping is fully lit. The full deck has a built-in umbrella. There is also a wood burning fire pit.

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Postal Service Rolls Out Expanded Crime Prevention Measures

The United States Postal Service and United States

Postal Inspection Service have announced expanded actions to protect postal employees and the security of the nation’s mail and packages as threats and attacks on letter carriers and mail fraud incidents have escalated concurrently with a national rise in crime.

“As crime rises, so do the threats against our public servants,” said Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer Louis DeJoy. “The men and women of the postal service are walking our nation’s streets every day to fulfil our mission of delivering mail and packages to the American people. Every postal employee deserves to work in safety and to be free from targeting by criminals seeking to access the public’s mail.”

Incidents of letter carrier robberies are on the rise across the nation. In the fiscal year of 2022 (FY22), 412 letter carriers were robbed on the job. With 305 incidents reported in the first half of fiscal year 2023 (FY23), these incidents are increasingly more prevalent. Additionally, the agency reported an increase in high volume mail theft incidents from mail receptacles including blue collection boxes: 38,500 in FY22 and more than 25,000 in the first half of FY23. The postal service will continue to work with its unions and management associations on training and employee education for letter

carriers and other postal workers.

“We’re doubling down on our efforts to protect our postal employees and the security of the mail. We are hardening targets— both physical and digital —to make them less desirable to thieves and working with our law enforcement partners to bring perpetrators to justice,” said Postal Inspection Service Chief Gary Barksdale.

Recognizing these ongoing safety threats, the postal service and the postal inspection service are expanding their Project Safe Delivery crime prevention initiative to protect postal employees and facilities, prevent mail and package theft and enforce the law against individuals who perpetrate crimes against postal employees or engage in mail and package theft.

Customers can take several steps to protect their mail and their letter carriers, including:

• Don’t let incoming or outgoing mail sit in your mailbox. You can significantly reduce the chance of being victimized by simply removing your mail from your mailbox every day.

• Deposit outgoing mail through a number of secure manners including inside your local post office or at your place of business or by handing it to a letter carrier.

• Sign up for Informed Delivery and get daily digest emails that preview your mail and packages scheduled to arrive soon.

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.

2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

JUNE 3

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JUNE 10

Blakeman Does NYC

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JUNE 23

JULY 16

AUG 18 Elvis Tribute

AUG 19The Fab Four:

SEP 9Lar Enterprises Presents:

SEP 23Hermans Hermits starring Peter Noone

OCT 1The Price is Right

OCT 15Colin Mochrie & Brad

OCT 19+20 Lee Brice

JUNE 24

JULY 16

On May 24, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and his retinue traveled to downtown Manhattan to rally alongside Long Island veterans on behalf of 24-year-old Suffolk resident Daniel Penny, a Marine Corps veteran.

JULY 22

OCT 21Monsters of Freestyle

OCT 21Parliament Funkadelic feat. George Clinton

NOV 10Masters of Illusion

NOV 11Paul Anka

NOV 12Celebrating David Bowie featuring Peter Murphy, Adriant Belew, Scrote & more

NOV 19Howie Mandel

NOV 30Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

DEC 8Engelbert Humperdinck

DEC 9Daniel O’Donnell

DEC 12An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katherine McPhee

On May 1, Penny approached distraught 30-year-old homeless New York City resident and longtime street performer Jordan Neely from behind on a subway car, taking Neely down to the ground in a stranglehold for between seven and 15 minutes, causing Neely’s death, according to a coroner’s autopsy. The last few minutes of the incident were captured on video by an independent journalist who was present, showing Neely falling limp while the train sat with its doors open in Broadway-Lafayette station.

Following Neely’s death, and before a New York District Attorney charged Penny with second-degree manslaughter over the incident, protesters took to the streets in NYC in May, and in one case even briefly stood on subway tracks (reminiscent of a 1987 anti-racism protest in the city); many have since been charged with multiple crimes for their participation in the protests. A few others were arrested for being present, including one passer-by and one photographer.

Meanwhile, reactions to Neely’s death and to Penny’s actions exploded online; for example, a fundraiser for Jordan Neely’s funeral, which was held May 19 in Harlem with a eulogy by Reverend Al Sharpton, raised about $152,000 to date. A fundraiser for Daniel Penny’s legal defense by a former candidate for Manhattan District Attorney, has raised more than $2,800,000 to date, and was promoted on Twitter by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, among others.

It was this atmosphere that Blakeman and his staff, and the veterans he’d brought along, stepped into on May 24 at Collect

Pond Park, adjacent to the Manhattan Criminal Court building and where, incidentally, Georgia Representative Majorie Taylor Greene held a press conference in

Around a dozen protesters were also there to advocate on behalf of Jordan Neely and to disrupt Blakeman’s press conference for Daniel Penny, which had approximately two dozen people. One woman with a megaphone said that the Nassau County politician was only there for political and/ or personal reasons, and called on the U.S. Veterans Administration to provide more accessible and comprehensive mental health services for veterans.

After a few demonstrators walked into the open space between two separate corrals for those present, and then later pulled on the metal barricade of their group’s corral, various New York Police Department and New York Courts officers arrested three people.

One of them was Johnny Grima, a recently housed disabled homeless activist, who happened to be present in the train station for Neely’s death, and can be heard on video advising Penny to at least turn Neely, who had expelled bloody mucus moments earlier, onto his side, so that he wouldn’t choke. According to video, Penny did so, picked up his baseball cap that had fallen off, stood up, and replaced the hat. Unfortunately for all present, it was too late.

support of former president Donald Trump on the day that Trump was processed on criminal charges earlier this spring.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman held a press conference in New York City in support of Suffolk resident Daniel Penny less than a week after the funeral of Jordan Neely, who Penny strangled to death on May 1, according to New York police and coroners. (Photos by Bruce Levy)

Demonstrators sought to disrupt Blakeman’s press conference, which featured Long Island veterans, while also advocating for Jordan Neely and for improved veterans’ services.

World War II Weekend Returns To The Museum Of American Armor Inside Old Bethpage Village Restoration

With vintage tanks rumbling by and World War II reenactors assaulting an “enemy position,” The Museum of American Armor will host its award winning “World War II Encampment Weekend” inside Old Bethpage Village Restoration, 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, Long Island, on Saturday, June 10th and Sunday June 11th between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

In addition to American armor, a replica German Tiger tank will be joined by feared enemy sturmgeschütz assault vehicles that will confront Allied forces during the weekend’s presentation. Also on display will be halftracks, armored cars and artillery in field exercises that recall an era when freedom faced a mortal threat.

The event will also feature a visit from America’s World War II President, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, in the guise of an FDR interpreter. The Armor Museum’s program will include mock attacks while reenactors present uniforms, tactics, and weapons of that era against a backdrop of an armor parade that rivals the vintage newsreels of

80 years ago.

History Channel’s Historian Emeritus Dr. Libby O’Connell said, “This event is a unique opportunity for families to appreciate an historic chapter in world history that still influences our lives. It is worth a visit by every American family, regardless of their ethnicity and background, because this is the story of all of us.”

Museum board member Michael Sapraicone, president of Squad Security, stated, “The Armor Museum offers a powerful presentation that evolves year to year that keeps alive the legacy of our nation’s military and the gift of freedom they have given us.”

Admission is $15 adults; $12 for children between 5 and 12 (under 5 are free); and $12 for seniors, volunteer firefighters and veterans.

For more information, go to www. museumofamericanarmor.com or “friend” them on Facebook.

—Submitted by The Museum of American Armor

2019 WWII Encampment. (Photo by the Museum of American Armor)

WORD FIND

HOROSCOPES By Holiday

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). People often decide what they want and then gure out the reasons why it’s a good idea -- a method that can lead to faulty logic and trouble down the line. You’ll embrace the real reason for wanting a thing instead of trying to manufacture a more socially acceptable motivation. e honesty resonates, and your wish will be granted.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You already know who you are, so when people try to tell you who you are, it’s annoying. Maybe they want you to ll a role, or they’d like to understand you through their limited parameters. Whatever the reason, you are beyond de nition, and also beyond worrying about it because you’re too much in your zone to let anything knock you o purpose.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). ere’s safety in numbers. People working together lend much-needed security to the picture. is is how things will get built. Since those without attachments or loyalty will behave unpredictably, every time you o er acceptance, kindness and the desire to understand others, you are enacting a power move. Uni ed, harmonious groups make things happen.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Even though you believe some of the rules guiding your group are silly, they matter to the others, so you’ll be careful to stay within their bounds. e time will come for change, but not this week. ere’s still a lot of learning to do to get ready.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). It’s a week marked by strong internal drive, narrow focus and an important win. You have your own reason for doing what you do. You would rather experience satisfaction and self-respect than get a trophy. e world’s rewards and punishments matter much less to you than satisfying your own curiosity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Because you feel an intensi ed sense of responsibility toward the group you belong to, you’ll be keenly aware of how your actions and behaviors re ect not only on you but on the wider community. You may do more than you planned to as you adjust your behavior with the collective in mind.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). One thing that will matter a great deal to your satisfaction with your work is the level of autonomy you feel over when, where and how to go about it. It’s annoying to have too much supervision, but scary to not have enough. You’ll be lucky as you communicate your preferences and adjust until things are just right.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Success will depend more on habits than decisions. is week drives the point home. Since repeated actions create neural pathways in your brain, it’s important not to enact unwanted behaviors multiple times. Perform a conscious interruption of your pattern, start your groove in the way you prefer and repeat the action dozens of times.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Here’s a conundrum: You have to be strong to work hard, but if you look like you’re working too hard, there are those around you who will perceive this as weakness. It takes cleverness and awareness to project the image that gets people on board with what you’re doing. You’ll employ both and win.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Trying to control everything only drives the point home that you don’t have control. You’ll masterfully handle what’s clearly within your capability and slightly beyond. e rest you’ll let go of. Letting go is an art form, as there are many decisions and nuances to the dance between tension and release.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll make things. Don’t wait until you’re inspired. Set your aim and start to work. You may not feel like you’re carrying an abundance of great ideas inside you, but that’s because they are lying dormant and compact. Once you get in motion, your creativity blossoms into surprising and useful forms.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). People may withhold their opinions for one of two reasons -- either they don’t feel strongly about the matter at hand, or their true thoughts don’t match with what they believe others want to hear. You’ll be a keen observer of human behavior, which will help you navigate with kindness and e ciency. You’ll make money, too.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

Your goal is lofty, but your cosmic birthday gift is a hot air balloon-style lift to push you past the grind of the rst hard climbs. Discipline, an excellent plan and a stellar team will take you the rest of the way. Your needs for comfort, novelty and companionship will be gladly and abundantly met this year, as will your professional requirements. You’ll learn and discover exciting things that could only happen in this time. Your taste will expand with exposure to new places and styles.

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WORD FIND

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fruition.

Thus, if South uses his foresight in today’s deal, he realizes at trick one that the slam is in the bag. He sees that rather than stake the outcome entirely on a spade finesse against the king, which would offer only a 50% chance of success, he can instead develop an end position where he will have only trumps and spades in dummy and his own hand. Once he reaches that position, the defenders will be helpless.

Opening lead — king of diamonds.

Some endplay situations are dealt ready-made for declarer to execute. All he has to do is to recognize the setup and put the required wheels into motion.

In other cases, though, the setup does not exist naturally but must be created. In hands of this type, the test of a player’s skill lies in being able to visualize the end position he wants to achieve and then taking the steps necessary to bring it to

South starts by winning the opening diamond lead with the ace, ruffs a diamond, cashes the ace of trump and ace of clubs, then ruffs a club, a diamond and a club. Having eliminated the minor suits from both his hand and the dummy, he next leads a spade from dummy and, assuming East follows low, plays the seven.

West wins with the jack but has no safe exit. He must either return a spade into the A-Q or lead a club or a diamond, allowing South to ruff in dummy while discarding the queen of spades from his hand.

Note that it doesn’t help East to put up the ten on the spade lead from dummy. In that case, South plays the queen, and West finds himself in the same hopeless predicament.

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Cancer, known as “The Emperor of All Maladies,” hit close to home for Manhasset’s Logan Panzik.

The teen recalled watching his grandfather, Harold Panzik, die from the disease in 2019. Harold’s attitude, according to Logan, was, “I’ve lived my life. It stinks that this happened,” but felt childhood cancer was an even worse fate than what he faced.

“They haven’t had a chance to live their lives,” Harold observed.

Logan decided that the best way to honor the death was continuing his efforts with the St. Baldrick’s movement, organizing fundraising head shaving events.

Traditionally held around the time of the holiday in honor of the Irish saint, St. Baldrick’s is a portmanteau of “bald” and “St. Patrick’s.” People shave their heads (or get a buzz cut) in solidarity with the many childhood cancer patients who lose their hair. Since 2005, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation has donated more than $300 million toward pediatric cancer research and its fundraising has helped raise the five-year survival rate.

Since 2017, Logan Panzik has done his share in supporting this effort. Except for 2020 and 2021, when the pandemic canceled his plans, his five fundraisers have resulted in dozens of participants raising nearly $70,000 for the cause.

Plandome Haircutters again was the setting for the event, held in early May.

“Lots of people are not comfortable shaving their heads,” he was told.

“No, not at all,” he replied. “This year

Carol A. Ascrizzi

Carol A. Ascrizzi, formerly of Manhasset, NY, and later Arroyo Grande, California, passed away May 20, 2023 following a courageous and wellfought battle with Dementia.

Born Carol Ann Vatter in June 1948, she grew up in Long Beach, California the daughter of Claude A. and Barbara, a Fire Boat Operator and a Beauty Queen. Her parents felt strongly that their three children’s education was best complemented with real life experiences, and certainly provided a wide array of wonderful destinations, up and down the coast of California, with an emphasis on State Parks, Beaches, Trailer Parks, River Campsites, and trips to Catalina Island. Their favorite destinations were the Klamath River, when the salmon and steelhead were running, and best of all was to Poptola, near Rosarito, Mexico, where the Vatters leased a piece of land for 99 years, anchored their trailer, and over the years expanded it into a lovely home overlooking the beach. Carol’s interest in cooking most likely began in these early years in Mexico, developing a taste and talent for Latin American cuisine. These were certainly formative years for Carol and her brothers.

Carol’s rst job was during her sophomore year in high school, working for the Vatters’ neighbor Oscar, who owned a German Bakery; here, another seed was planted as she developed a love for baking. She continued working for Oscar while studying Anthropology at California State University at Long Beach. After ve years at the bakery, Carol went on to work for Avis Car Rental and, upon graduation, gave teaching a shot. She quickly determined it was not for her at this point in life, so back to Avis it was! Within a relatively short period, Carol viewed this as potentially her rst career - she was correct, because Avis leadership saw that also. She was soon named regional manager of three Avis locations in Long Beach, one being the Airport.

it was harder to convince [my friends] because they’re seniors and didn’t want to shave their heads in their final year. So yes, [it took] a lot of convincing, a lot of emails, a lot of perseverance.”

One place where he admits he’s fallen short is getting his female friends—as well as his sister Shea—to shave. Only one has participated in his five years.

“That’s one of the toughest challenges I’ve ever faced,” he said.

The son of Steven and Chaz Panzik is following his brother Hunter to the U.S. Air Force Academy this June. Hunter will be starting his second year there.

Logan said he is passing the fundraiser on to a couple of his younger friends who will continue his efforts.

The barbers offering their services were Michael Rizzo, Debbie Lackner, Reinaldo Loureiro and Eddie Siza.

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Carol’s next years were that of a successful career-oriented California Girl. Driving sports cars that had gone unrented on the weekends (sure, we’ll believe that), and having cocktails on her apartment balcony with girlfriends. Suitors came and went, then fortunately for you-knowwho on the east coast, Carol’s boss invited her and two other managers to Pebble Beach to attend a Travel Industry Golf Tournament, the American Airlines DAGT. Two lives changed that weekend and their rst date was for four nights over the New Year’s holiday. Carol and Vic were married in the Lady Chapel at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City, on May 12, 1979. Soon after, the newlyweds moved to the town of Manhasset on Long Island to start a family.

While raising their three children (no small feat itself), Carol dedicated her time as a Trustee of the Manhasset Public Library. A voracious reader, Carol was approached to ll a retiring Board Members’ seat with the goal of building a new library, one be tting the wealth of information and resources it contained that she so readily consumed. In her nearly ten years of service, four of them as President, she worked alongside a wonderful vesome of Board Members to advocate for and subsequently pass a budget that would build a new town library. Planned and erected between 2000-2005, a plaque at the entrance of the library now reads her name and those of her fellow Board Members, a permanent testament to their success. Her steadfast leadership was recognized as a member of the North Hempstead Women’s Honor Roll in 2005.

It was around the same time when, encouraged by a dear friend and neighbor to lend her talents to do more good, Carol began a career with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York. While her primary focus was grant writing, Carol willingly stepped into any role that needed lling at the nonpro t, including speaking engagements and organizing donor events throughout the tri-state area. The Make-A-Wish mission is one she supported wholeheartedly, and continued to do so even after stepping down from her position due to a bout with breast cancer.

Carol was a nurturing mother who loved to share her passion for art, nature, food, and travel with all who she cared for. A strong, no-nonsense woman with a sarcastic wit, those who love her remember her as opinionated but also warm (and occasionally hangry). She will be fondly remembered for her impeccable sewing skills that bore several Halloween and School Picture Day out ts, embarrassing her children by blasting country music in her minivan, and her legendary Christmas Cookie Swap parties.

Carol will also be remembered by her partners in service; she volunteered with countless organizations and delighted in helping others. In addition to sharing her culinary talents with her local Community Education programs, Carol nally found a teaching gig that t - rst grade Religious Education with St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Manhasset, which she taught for 18 years. When she and Vic later relocated to Arroyo Grande, California, both were vocal and active supporters of the San Luis Obispo Festival Mosaic, and the annual SLO International Film Festival in particular. Gauging by the frequency of her visits it’s possible that Carol also felt that Talbots clothing stores, too, were in need of her fervent support – but who were we to tell her otherwise?

Su ce to say, Carol was a light in the lives of many whose days are now dimmer without her here.

Carol leaves behind her loving husband, Victor of Boston, MA; daughter Claudia LeClair and husband David of Wayland, MA; son Robert and wife Jennifer of Ramsey, NJ, and son Gregory and wife Renee of Roslindale, MA. She also leaves grandchildren Caroline and Josephine LeClair, Matthew and Julia Ascrizzi, Sienna, Chiara, and Adeline Ascrizzi, as well as her brothers, Robert Vatter and wife Yasmin of Nipomo, CA, and Rick Vatter and partner Deb of Santa Ynez, CA.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visiting hours on Wednesday, June 7th from 4 to 7 pm at Dee Funeral Home, 27 Bedford Street, Concord, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, June 8th at 10:30 am in St. Bernard’s Church at Holy Family Parish, 12 Monument Square, Concord, MA. Burial will follow at St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Concord. In lieu of owers, the family welcomes memorial donations be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, or to the Dementia Society Incorporated. For her online guestbook and church livestream link, please visit www.DeeFuneralHome.com.

Taking part in the St. Baldrick’s event this year were, from the left: Michael Rizzo, Debbie Lackner, organizer Logan Panzik, Town of North Hempstead Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte, Reinaldo Loureiro and Eddie Siza. (Contributed Photo)

Logan Panzik with participants Charles Chrisomalis-Sattler, left, and younger brother Marc Chrisomalis-Sattler. (Contributed Photo)

CRIME & SAFETY

Grand Larceny / Flower Hill

The Sixth Squad is investigating a Grand Larceny that occurred on Tuesday, May 09, 2023, at 7:30 pm in Flower Hill.

According to detectives, a 44-year-old male victim went online and attempted to purchase an item. After providing personal information to the site the victim not feeling comfortable terminated the purchase and exited the site. The next day the victim received a phone call from an unknown male subject and stated he was a Bank of America Fraud Specialist and that the victim’s bank account had been compromised. After sending the victim a new card in the mail the victim, as instructed began transferring money from his account to an unknown account set up by the male subject. This occurred between May 11, 2023, and May 16, 2023. The victim was told this would resolve the issue with his account. The victim transferred approximately $16,900.00 in US currency. After the victim realized he had been scammed he contacted the Nassau County Police. The investigation is ongoing.

The Nassau County Police Department urges the community to be on alert and to remind vulnerable family members, friends, and neighbors about potential scams or frauds.

Detectives request that if anyone has information regarding the above crime to contact the Nassau County Crime Stoppers

at 1 – 800 -244 – TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.

Arrest / Manhasset

The Sixth Squad reports the arrest of a New Hyde Park man on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at 4:43 pm in Manhasset. According to detectives, two drivers were involved in a road rage incident near TGI Fridays Restaurant located at 1445 Northern Boulevard. The defendant, Antonio Condello, 48, of 34 Lahey Street, had a verbal argument with a male victim, 39. During this altercation, Condello stepped out of his vehicle and retrieved a firearm from the trunk while yelling at the victim, placing him in fear of his safety. Defendant Condello then followed the victim into TGI Fridays Restaurant and punched the victim several times in the face, before fleeing the scene.

Subsequent to the investigation, officers located the defendant at his residence and placed him into custody without incident. Detectives recovered a black firearm under the passenger’s side floormat of Condello’s vehicle. The victim refused medical attention at the scene.

Defendant Antonio Condello is charged with Menacing 2nd Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree and Assault 3rd Degree.

MWCABC Class Of 2027 Junior Coalition Class Advisors

The Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer is currently seeking volunteers who are interested in becoming Class Advisors for the Junior Coalition Class of 2027. This position is open to mothers/women guardians of current eighth-grade girls who live in Manhasset. Details about the Junior Coalition can be found on the MWCABC website: www. manhassetbreastcancer.org. For more information or questions about the Junior Coalition and the Class Advisor responsibilities, please contact Kristin Stevens at kristin.stevens@icloud.com by June 16.

The Junior Coalition of MWCABC was formed in 2003 as a charitable organization for Manhasset teenagers. Its purpose is to provide education and awareness about breast cancer at a teenage appropriate level without fear, to generate compassion and understanding for those afflicted with the disease and the family and friends affected by it, and to join together to raise funds for breast cancer research and patient support programs.

LEGAL NOTICES

MANHASSET

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX NO. 603062/2022

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 28 HOMEWOOD DRIVE, MANHASSET, NY 11030

Section: 3, Block: 13804, Lot: 104

Plaintiff designates

NASSAU as the place of trial

situs of the real property FAREVERSE LLC I/L/T/N

FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC

Plaintiff, vs. KENJI M. MAPES, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF YOSHIKO MIKI MAPES A/K/A

YOSHIKO M. MAPES; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF YOSHIKO MIKI MAPES A/K/A YOSHIKO

M. MAPES, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following des-

ignation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE FEDERAL HOUSING COMMISSIONER; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; “JOHN DOE” (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #1,

“JOHN DOE #2” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last eleven names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the

complaint, Defendants

To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT

HE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $1,019,475.00 and interest, recorded on July 11, 2018, in in Liber M, Vl-42934 at Page 69, of the Public Records of NASSAU County,

New York., covering premises known as 28 HOMEWOOD DRIVE, MANHASSET, NY 11030. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE

YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE

The Junior Coalition combines service and fun by organizing fundraising dances, planting flowers for outreach recipients, baking and delivering holiday cookies to survivors and assisting at MWCABC’s 5K Family walk/run.

The Junior Coalition has been steadily growing in results and members. It is open for membership to all high school girls that live in the Manhasset School District. Membership in the Junior Coalition is $10 per year.

ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: February 22, 2023

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Aric H. Peymann, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse,

Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675

6-21-14-7; 5-31-2023-4T#241182-MAN

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of ESTATE SERVICES GROUP LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/19/2023. Office loca-

tion: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 100 Village Sq Apt 302 Glen Cove, NY 11542. Purpose: any lawful act.

7-12-5; 6-28-21-14-7-20236T-#241208-MAN

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

RESPONSE TO BOB HEMM’S OBITUARY

I was sad when I read in the May 24th – 30th issue of the Port News, about the passing of my friend and fellow Explorer, Bob Hemm. I met Bob for the first time, on an expedition to Easter Island in 2004, jointly planned by John Loret, then Executive Director of the Science Museum of Long Island, and a group from the Explorers Club. (The island, known locally as Rapa Nui, was dubbed Easter Island by the Dutch explorer, Jacob Roggeveen, whose Dutch West India Company ship landed there on Easter Sunday, April 5, 1722.)

On the 2004 expedition, the Science Museum group was focused on an archaeological dig at Anakena, the only sand beach on the island. The Explorers group was diving offshore to find at least one of three anchors reportedly lost by Captain Roggeveen while moored off the island. (Unfortunately, no anchors were found).

In the following year, 2005, the Science Museum group returned to Easter Island to excavate a partially buried Moai (statue), among other projects. Bob had other ideas. He had arranged with the cooperation of the Chilean air force, to ship a small plane to Rapa Nui, broken down and sent in several wooden boxes. When it arrived, he, and fellow Explorer, Marcelo Mendez, reassembled the parts back into a working, single-seat aircraft. (Small drones with cameras were not yet available to the public.) As a skilled pilot,

Bob flew over the entire island taking aerial photos to produce a map and identify areas for possible future exploration. This was a first for Easter Island, never done before. This is just one example of Bob’s many talents and creativity. I remember him as a real gentleman, quick to engage friends with a smile and a handshake, and eager to have a conversation. He will be sorely missed. I extend my sincere sympathy to his wife, Angela, and family.

—Linn Johnson, Port Washington

The Memorial Day Parade

BY NEILL REILLY

As youths we marched in the Memorial Day Parade, south down Plandome Road, then made a right onto Memorial Place and then a left onto Memorial Field. It took me many years to understand that word Memorial, and that the Day, the Parade, the Street and the Field were all named in honor of the dead.

It is a solemn day.

Memento mori (‘remember that you die’) is a somber reckoning.

Memorial Day is a national remembrance of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for us.

Years later my children marched in the parade.

A friend from Philadelphia visited us on Memorial Day.

I suggested we walk down Plandome Road and follow the parade.

The Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, sports teams, firemen with their red trucks and multiple organizations were trying to stay in step.

Flags are flying, marching bands are booming,

children are laughing and running while elders are remembering. The crowds are on the side of the street applauding and cheering for the marchers. My favorite, of course, is the Emerald Society band with its kilts, drums and bagpipes ablazing.

As I walked with my friend, I constantly said hello and spoke to neighbors, friends, parents of boys I had coached, friends of my brothers and sister and many people I really did not know, but saw on the commuter trains back and forth to NY City.

My friend was gobsmacked. “How do you know so many people?”

“I have lived here almost my entire life and it is a small town.”

She said, “I feel like I am in Our Town.” I corrected myself, “Actually it is not really a small town.

It is more like a big family.”

The solemnity bursts into a celebration of life with Poppy Queens, barbecues and small children riding on the firetrucks around the Plandome Green. Everywhere I go in Manhasset, I swim in memories.

Bob’s plane as he flew over the expedition. (Photo by Linn Johnson)

Planet Manhasset Helps Local Schools With Gardens

Students in Manhasset are excited to be helping with the school gardens this Spring, along with volunteers from the SCA Planet Manhasset. Classes at Munsey Park, Shelter Rock and Manhasset Secondary school have been working in the gardens. Planet Manhasset is an SCA (“School Community Association”) Committee whose purpose is to foster, create, and implement ways to successfully adapt a greener living philosophy in the schools, homes and community. Planet Manhasset is active in all three of the schools in the district.

Over the winter, fifth-grade students at Munsey Park and Shelter Rock grew vegetable seedlings in their classrooms for the schools’ community gardens. The classes started by planting seeds in their classrooms at the end of February, including various vegetables. This year, the students used mini greenhouses to combat the dry winter air. SCA Planet Manhasset provided seeds, dirt and other materials.

In late April, students transferred the vegetable seedlings into the school gardens at Munsey Park and Shelter Rock. The Kindergarten students at both elementary schools also planted seeds in the gardens this Spring, including carrots, radishes, arugula and broccoli rabe seeds.

Throughout May and June, fourth-graders at both elementary schools are planting the “three sisters,” (corn, beans and squash) in

the school gardens. The seeds are planted together in a mound, which is how the Native Americans planted these crops many years ago. The students studied this planting method in the fall as a part of their Native American studies unit. Planet Manhasset hopes that the three sisters can be harvested in the fall with the incoming fourth-graders. Classes at the Secondary School are also using the gardens as well. The teachers in

charge of the Life Skills Program are taking students outside to garden. These students will have the opportunity to experience hands-on learning outdoors.

In 2013, a group of parents started Planet Manhasset, and the initial project was planting trees for privacy along the Northern Boulevard border of Munsey Park School. Volunteers from Planet Manhasset have maintained the gardens for a decade,

but over the past few years, the students and teachers at the schools have become more involved with the gardens. All three schools have gardens that thrive through the summer with the help of volunteers in the community. The food harvested from the gardens is donated to the food bank at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Port Washington.

Recent classroom projects include a pumpkin smash and general garden maintenance like planting and harvesting. These projects have offered students hands-on learning experiences in science. In addition, these visits to the gardens help students understand where their food comes from. Planet Manhasset’s recent fundraising initiative included a butterfly kit sale. Community members, students and teachers were able to purchase butterfly larvae and a net from a reputable butterfly breeder, in order to grow their own butterflies at home. This is Planet Manhasset’s largest fundraiser, and provides funds to purchase seeds, seedlings, tools and books for current and future projects.

The SCA and Planet Manhasset are always looking for ways to get teachers and community members involved with the gardens. To learn more about The SCA and Planet Manhasset, please visit www.manhassetsca. org or email planetmanhasset1@gmail.com.

—Submitted by Manhasset School Community Association

Students at Shelter Rock plant seedlings.

(Photo by Joshua Guerrieri)

Fourth-grade students plant the three sisters at Shelter Rock. (Photo by Aimee Rudic)

Three Conferred Their PhDs At School Of Molecular Medicine

The 2023 Commencement Exercises for the Elmezzi Graduate School of Molecular Medicine took place today at The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, where three graduate students were conferred with their PhD. Additionally, three honorary degrees were given during the ceremony to researchers who advanced biomedical research and improved medical treatment for patients.

The Elmezzi Graduate School of Molecular Medicine is a PhD program for physicians who wish to pursue careers in biomedical research. During their training, Elmezzi students conduct research in Feinstein Institutes laboratories to advance biomedical knowledge and pursue new therapeutic approaches and diagnostic tools. The Elmezzi Graduate School of Molecular Medicine is supported in part by a generous endowment from The Thomas and Jeanne Elmezzi Foundation.

“The Elmezzi Graduate School of Molecular Medicine is a unique program that transforms physicians into physician scientists,” said Annette T. Lee, PhD, dean of the Elmezzi Graduate School of Molecular Medicine. “Trained to go from the lab bench to the patient’s bedside, this new class of MD/PhD graduates represent the future of scientific and clinical progress.”

This year’s graduates include Carlos Bravo-Iniguez, MD, Dane Thompson, MD, and Stefanos Zafeiropoulos, MD. The honorary degree recipients were presented to Nicholas Chiorazzi, MD, professor at the Institute of Molecular medicine at the Feinstein Institutes, Kanti Rai, MD, professor and The Karches Center for Oncology Research at the Feinstein Institutes and Paul Kubes, PhD, University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine.

The Elmezzi graduate students worked on a variety of novel studies, including Dr. Thompson whose recent study looking at vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) to reduce pancreatic inflammation was published in the journal Frontiers of Immunology. Dr. Bravo-Iniguez recently published in Nature Communications which studied VNS to treat hemophilia.

“Physician-scientists are an irreplaceable component to create innovation in science and medicine,” said Kevin J. Tracey, MD, president and CEO of Feinstein Institutes and Karches Family Distinguished Chair in Medical Research. “Graduates of the Elmezzi program are accomplished and inspired to begin impactful careers focused on producing new cures.”

—Submitted by Feinstein Institutes

Carlos Bravo-Iñiguez, MD – Dr. Bravo-Iñiguez earned his MD from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. Following, he completed a postdoctoral research fellowship in Thoracic Oncology at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. In the summer of 2019, he joined the Elmezzi Graduate School where he is working in the Biomedical Science Lab under the mentorship of Feinstein Institutes president and CEO, Dr. Kevin Tracey and is exploring the specific components of the nervous system that contribute to cancer.

Stefanos Zafeiropoulos, MD – Dr. Zafeiropoulos came to New York from the northern part of Greece. Growing up he always knew he wanted to be a doctor (his uncle was), and through a mentor there, he found the Elmezzi Graduate School. As a medical student, he was also interested in research. Knowing Dr. Stavros Zanos, a professor in the Institute of Bioelectronic Medicine at the Feinstein Institutes, he decided to enroll and conduct his research surrounding autonomic neuromodulation for cardiac diseases.

Dane Thompson, MD – Originally from Minnesota, Dr. Thompson is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Medical School. During undergrad in Texas, he became interested in biology and chemistry, and decided he wanted to do something that would help people. During his residency with Northwell Health, he chose to dedicate his extra time to research. Working in Dr. Kevin Tracey’s lab, his research explores how vagus nerve stimulation, and brain stem stimulation, are related to reducing inflammation in the pancreas. Dr. Thompson is currently working towards his general surgery training, eventually to become a surgical oncologist.

Drs. Dane Thompson, Carlos Bravo-Iñiguez, Annette Lee, Kevin Tracey and Stefanos Zafeiropoulos. (Photo by Feinstein Institutes)

The three graduates: Stefanos Zafeiropoulos, Dane Thompson and Carlos Bravo-Iñiguez. (Photo by Feinstein Institutes)

2023 New York State Senate Woman Of Distinction

Town Supervisor Jen DeSena Recognized By Senator Martins

North Hempstead Town Supervisor

Jen DeSena was recently recognized as a New York State Senate Woman of Distinction during the annual Women of Distinction ceremony hosted in Albany. Supervisor DeSena was nominated by State Senator Jack Martins, who represents the 7th Senate District, which encompasses the entirety of the Town of North Hempstead, the City of Glen Cove, and parts of the Town of Oyster Bay.

“Thank you to Supervisor Jennifer DeSena for being our 2023 Woman of Distinction. As a strong professional working mother, Jen serves as a role model balancing the many challenges so many women face today. As Town Supervisor, Jen has proven herself to be a leader with a strong backbone, driven by common-sense, and a person with a good heart. She cares. Our community is better because of Jen’s commitment to making things better, her volunteerism, and her strong work ethic,” said Senator Jack M. Martins.

“I am so proud and honored to have been nominated for this recognition by Senator Martins, and I want to thank him for this tremendous honor. Since even before I became Town Supervisor, I have dedicated my life to the service of others and the promotion of volunteerism as a way for adults and youths to improve self-esteem and mental health,” Supervisor DeSena said. “Since I took office, I have led with these ideals in mind, and worked to make the Town of North Hempstead a better and more accountable place for our residents. With this honor, I am inspired to continue to lead, to continue to be an advocate, and to continue to serve.”

In her first year in office, Supervisor DeSena had a number of significant accomplishments. As part of her first Town budget, Supervisor DeSena proposed a

double-digit tax cut, the single largest tax cut in the history of the Town. Beyond delivering the first tax cut for Town residents in at least a decade, Supervisor DeSena also delivered record commitments to road repaving, doubling the Town’s paving budget year over year, and reduced the Town’s borrowing and debt.

Supervisor DeSena has made it a priority to recommit the Town to investing in critical infrastructure. Over the course of her first term, Supervisor DeSena has brought forward momentum to a number of long-stalled projects that will significantly improve the quality of life of our residents, including the rehabilitation of sidewalks along Westbury Avenue in Carle Place and the Manhasset Sewer connection project along Plandome Road.

Supervisor DeSena believes that transparency is key to good governance and has fought to bring increased transparency to the Town and its operations. This includes directing the Town’s government access TV channel, NHTV, to begin rebroadcasting Town Board meetings daily, something that had never been done in the 15-year history of NHTV.

Additionally, upon learning that the appointed terms of members had been allowed to lapse, Supervisor DeSena successfully installed 4 members into defined and staggered terms on the Town’s Board of Ethics, restoring the Board’s independence and autonomy from any potential outside influence, and restoring an ethical firewall to protect the Town from potential misdeeds and conflicts of interest.

In 2022, Supervisor DeSena established the Town’s Substance Misuse Advisory Council, and has worked diligently to meet the issue of the opioid and fentanyl poisoning crisis head on through a number of ways, including free Narcan training seminars in conjunction with Northwell Health, as well as a recent community forum held in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the United States Attorney’s Office Eastern District of New York.

Supervisor DeSena has served as an officer of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, in several ministries at St. Mary’s Church in Manhasset, and is a past Board member and General Counsel for the Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer. As a long-time civic association leader and member of the Greater Council of Manhasset Civic Associations, Supervisor DeSena has always been very involved with the community.

The Town of North Hempstead recognized Supervisor DeSena’s service to the community in 2020 with her inclusion on the May Newburger Women’s Roll of Honor. Supervisor DeSena was recently honored as one of the 2022 Power Women of Long Island by Schnepps Media, a 2023 ‘Wonderful Woman of Leadership’ by the Westbury/ New Cassel NAACP, and an honoree of the Indo-American Association for Change. Supervisor DeSena is a graduate of Boston College and St. John’s University Law School. She resides in Manhasset with her husband, Ralph, sons Robert and Michael, now college students, and their dog, Sandy. In her spare time, she is an avid runner and triathlete.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hemsptead

Town Hosts Senior Recognition Awards Ceremony At Harbor Links

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Council Members Robert Troiano Jr., Peter Zuckerman, Veronica Lurvey and Mariann Dalimonte, along with Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava recently attended the Town’s Senior Recognition Awards Ceremony at Harbor Links on May 23.

This year’s honorees included: Suzette Gray, Edith Joseph, Muhammad Abul Kalam, Linda Kamali, Leslie Klein, Radhika Kripalani, Marilyn Lefcort, Maryann Marquart, Lena Mazzilli, Roberta McGreevy, Dr. and Mrs. Armin Rosenblatt, Farangiss Sedaghatpour, Michael Shea, Guo Cheng, David Sun, Frank Vendinello, Frank Villano,

Mei Qin Wang, and Barbara Wharton. The Awards ceremony was held in celebration of Older Americans Month, during which the Town of North Hempstead honors seniors who have been nominated by their peers for giving tirelessly of themselves to their communities.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

Senator Jack Martins and Town of North Hempstead Jen DeSena. (Contributed photo)

Town of North Hempstead elected officials with the 2023 North Hempstead Senior Recognition Awards Ceremony honorees. (Contributed photo)

Manhasset Names 2023 Valedictorian And Salutatorians

The Manhasset Public Schools is pleased to announce that Kristen DiConza has been named valedictorian of the Manhasset High School Class of 2023 and Jack Diskin and Benjamin Punzalan were named co-salutatorians. These three stand-out seniors have achieved much success throughout their high school careers.

All three were recognized as finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program this year and have earned the title of Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction. They also are tutors, finding joy in helping others academically succeed.

DiConza is part of the high school’s science research program and Science Olympiad team which qualified for the New York State competition this year and last

year. DiConza is also an Oak Neck Rowing Academy varsity rower. Her team successfully took home second place at the New York State competition for rowing this year. After graduation, she will be attending the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to study brain and cognitive sciences.

Diskin is an accomplished student and athlete. He was named All-County this year for basketball and plays lacrosse. He is also a Scholar Athlete. Diskin was part of the school’s science research program his freshmen through junior year and has had his research published. In addition, he volunteers at the Shelter Rock Food Pantry. Diskin will be attending the University of Pennsylvania in the fall and plans to major in computer science.

Like Diskin, Punzalan is an active volunteer at the Shelter Rock Food Pantry and is a talented student athlete, playing both volleyball (All-County) and tennis. He is involved in the high school’s science research program and was named a Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar this year. In addition, Punzalan is involved in the high school jazz band and the contemporary ensemble and plays music for the school musicals. He will attend Columbia University in the fall.

The Manhasset Public Schools congratulates these three seniors on this outstanding achievement and wishes them the best of luck in their next chapter.

—Submitted by Manhasset Public Schools

Manhasset Broadcasting Team Co-hosts 2023 BASH Awards

Members of the Manhasset Broadcasting Company (MBC) from Manhasset Secondary School, recently attended BASH (Broadcast Awards for Senior High) at Hofstra University. More than 42 schools from across Long Island and Westchester attended and competed against the finest in New York high school broadcasting.

MBC co-hosted the event with BellmoreMerrick, and Manhasset senior Megan Amato served as one of the emcees for the show. Junior Helen Murphy was a sideline reporter for a live talk show during the event, while seniors Anna Stougiannou and Rashaun Gardner worked on the production side. Other members of MBC contributed to the overall coordination of the event. It was a tremendous show, much because of their hard work.

During the event, MBC took home two awards. They earned first place for Best Feature Package for Adventureland by Vinny Amato and Alexia Mellis, and third place for Most Entertaining for Media Minute: The

Office. This was created by Adam De Leeuw, Daniella Dell’Aquila, Chloe Eng, Liliana Espinal, Nolan Mulvihill, John Murphy, Samson (Sammy) Petras, Jack Poppleton, Jerry Shi and Sophie Tay.

Manhasset Students Enjoy The Italian Experience

Manhasset Secondary School students recently immersed themselves in rich Italian culture during a visit from acclaimed performers Simona Rodano, Giorgio Bruno and Bianca Delli Priscoli of Incanto Productions. Based in Astoria, Queens, these artists travel and perform in the United States and Italy. Manhasset students in grades 7-10 Italian classes gathered in the school’s auditorium for the special workshop which was the second part of their Italian experience with Incanto Productions.

Prior to the school visit, the Italian classes took a field trip to see one of Incanto Productions’ shows. The shows are a combination of a musical and a concert, so students were able to sing and interact with the actors on stage.

“It’s really our mission to spread the love of Italian language and culture in collaboration with so many schools on Long Island

and the New York City/Tri-State area, which is where we operate,” Rodano said.

During the in-school workshop, Rodano presented one of Italy’s most popular folk dances, la pizzica. She shared that the dance originated from Puglia and spoke about the region with the classes. Students learned

In addition, MBC placed fourth in two other categories. This included Best Sports Package by Vinny Amato, Lucine Ciamician, George Hogan and Blake Sealy and Best Broadcast by the MBC club.

The Manhasset Public Schools congratulates MBC and their adviser Dr. Matthew Coleman on their honors and for helping make the event a success.

—Submitted by Manhasset Public Schools

about La Notte della Tarantam, a large concert, where the pizzica is performed. They also had the opportunity to showcase their Italian singing skills with Rodano. Following the presentation, students volunteered to dress in authentic Italian costumes and play the tambourine as they learned how to dance the pizzica.

The students had fun on the auditorium stage and in front of the stage as they learned the proper footwork from Rodano, Bruno and Della Priscoli. Through the workshop, the classes were able to develop a deeper understanding of Italian culture, language, music and dance.

—Submitted by Manhasset Public Schools

From left: Manhasset High School co-salutatorian Benjamin Punzalan, valedictorian Kristen DiConza and co-salutatorian Jack Diskin.

(Photo by Manhasset Public Schools)

Manhasset senior Megan Amato (right) was an emcee during BASH with a student from Mepham High School (left).

Manhasset students Liliana Espinal (left) and Nolan Mulvihill (right) won third place in the Most Entertaining category at BASH.

(Photos by Manhasset Public Schools)

Manhasset students Vincent Amato (left) and Alexia Mellis (right) took home first place in Best Feature Package.

Italian performer Giorgio Bruno (middle) provided Manhasset students with red handkerchiefs which are used during the pizzica. (Photo by Manhasset Public Schools)

Manhasset students dressed in authentic Italian costumes during the workshop. (Photo by Manhasset Public Schools)