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Bonding With WWII Vets Is Life-Changing For Wantagh Students

For 20 Wantagh High School students, accompanying their country’s greatest heroes to the National World War II Museum was the honor of a lifetime. Juniors and seniors were paired with World War II veterans for a trip to New Orleans, and it was an experience they will never forget.

The Soaring Valor program is sponsored by the Gary Sinise Foundation to bring World War II veterans to the museum that was built in their honor. The opportunity became available to Wantagh High School in March and despite the tight time frame, it came together very quickly. Principal Dr. Paul Guzzone said within 48 hours of the announcement, 53 students submitted essays expressing their desire to attend.

“We knew it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” Dr. Guzzone said. “At its core, the program is to honor the service of these heroes, who put everything on the line at the age that our students are now.”

Senior Lilly Sloves expressed interest in attending because she wanted the experience of meeting World War II veterans. She was also inspired by her older brother, who visited the museum last year.

Each veteran was paired with one student from Wantagh High School and one from Lake George High School. Lilly’s veteran hails from Manhattan and at nearly 98 years old works as a Big Apple greeter. They sat together on the plane and were able to get to know each other before arriving in New Orleans. She was struck by his stories, especially how he helped free Japanese prisoners in the Philippines after the war ended.

Angelina LaMacchia’s veteran was 96 years old, and she said that they have kept in touch since the trip, texting daily. She recalls his story about being a deep-sea diver while stationed off the coast of Texas. With an uncle who was in the Marines in the Vietnam era, Angelina has deep respect for those who served in the United States military. She applied for the Soaring Valor trip because she knew a chance to meet World War II veterans would never come around again.

Ryan Arbeit was paired with the oldest

veteran on the trip, a 102-year-old from Maine who was a Navy pilot dive bomber and flew off the USS Ticonderoga. He noted that his veteran was very warm and witty, and told stories with great detail. When he got home, he shared many of those stories with his family and friends.

“They were just so humble,” Ryan said of the veterans. “They made tremendous sacrifices. They didn’t have to do it, but they did do it. We wouldn’t have the world we live in without them.”

Sean Browne’s veteran was a 98-year-old from North Carolina. He said they quickly developed a strong bond and Sean was able to

hear many stories from his veteran, including his time on a transport ship from Boston to Japan. Sean noted that his veteran was particularly thrilled to see a picture of one of the ships he was on at the museum.

“Even though it was only two days, you really got to form a relationship with your veteran,” Sean said.

In New Orleans, the students visited the seven-building museum with the veterans. There was a performance by the Victory Belles, who sang popular 1940s songs, and a 4D movie experience that documented the war. Students and their veterans toured museum exhibits, which focused on different

aspects of the war including the conflicts in Europe and the Pacific and notable moments like D-Day.

Students said that the trip put their own lives into perspective. Recognizing that the veterans were fighting a war at their age, the stresses of school pale in comparison.

“We’re lucky to have this be our struggle, that I’m 18 years old and not having to go off and fight in a war,” Ryan said.

The students said it was gratifying to know how much their presence meant to the World War II heroes. Angelina said the hardest part of the trip was saying goodbye to her veteran on the last day.

“Hearing how much I meant to him was life-changing,” she said.

The 20 students were accompanied by eight chaperones – Dr. Guzzone, Superintendent John McNamara, Assistant Principal Dr. Christopher Widmann, Director of Humanities Julie Rosslee, social worker Iris McNulty-Kline and teachers William Jackson, Deanna Pepe, and Maria Prisco.

Mr. McNamara thanked the Gary Sinise Foundation for providing this opportunity to Wantagh students, and said it was the best field trip he has ever been on.

“It was a great privilege to be a part of it,” he said. “Our students got so much out of the trip. To be able to experience the World War II Museum with a World War II veteran was eye-opening for our students. I was so proud of how they interacted and engaged with our veterans.”

Wantagh provided the veterans with several gifts. The school gave each a “mail call” booklet with messages of gratitude from students, staff, and residents, as well as a Wantagh hat with an American flag “W.” The Wantagh Foundation for Education Excellence gifted each veteran a mug, and the Booster Club gave them Wantagh shirts.

“Our students were outstanding,” Dr. Guzzone said. “They were compassionate and eager to learn. They really made the veterans feel special.”

—Submitted by the Wantagh School District

Wantagh High School students, veterans, and chaperones departed from MacArthur Airport. (Contributed photos)

Ryan Horowitz accompanied his veteran through the museum’s different exhibits.

TOP STORY

The Golden Knights Return For Another Memorial Day Air Show

LAUREN FELDMAN

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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s… the Golden Knights parachute team! This Memorial Day weekend, the iconic Bethpage Air Show returned once again to Jones Beach. Spectators were treated to several days of high-flying feats in honor of our servicemen and servicewomen, past and present. Performers included Mike Goulian, one of North America’s most decorated aerobatic pilots and recognized aviation professionals, the US Air Force Thunderbirds, and the US Army Parachute Team, the Golden Knights. I had the honor and privilege to take to the sky with the Knights and witness their Air Show routine from a completely new perspective.

The predecessor to the Golden Knights was the Strategic Army Command Parachute Team (STRAC) formed in 1959 by nineteen “Airborne” Soldiers from various military units. This new US All-Army team swept the international competition circuit, in what was then the Soviet dominated sport of skydiving. In 1961, the Department of Defense announced that the STRAC team would become the United States Army Parachute Team. The team is one of three authorized DoD aerial demonstration teams, along with the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels. In 1962, the team earned the nickname the “Golden Knights” on the competition field of battle.

This year’s Golden Knights Black team included nine members:

Sergeant First Class Justin Blewitt.

Staff Sergeant Matthew Garner.

Staff Sergeant Nickolas Orozco.

Specialist Brandon Hexum.

Sergeant First Class Nicholas Birkner.

Staff Sergeant Benjamin Hall.

Sergeant First Class Roman Grijalva.

Staff Sergeant Nahu Ramirez.

Team leader of the Black Demonstration Team, Sergeant First Class Morgan George.

I was strapped in just across from the plane’s back door, which remained completely open for the duration of the flight. As we circled over Jones Beach, I was able to watch the Thunderbirds from overhead, their trails of white smoke floating in stark contrast to the dark blue of the ocean. The Knights performed another series of dry runs, this time shouting out various codes and numbers, such as “dry,

nose 4-8”. Staff Sergeant Orozco explained these codes to me. “We say ‘dry’ because it’s a dry run” – versus the real jump, during which they say, “hot target” – “and ‘nose 4-8’ to let the jumpers know there’s a nose (or head) wind of 4 to 8 miles per hour.”

The team performs several dry runs to prepare the pilots and the team members for the perfect launch time and location. Some members of the team have

performed more than 10 thousand free-falls. This was certainly the closest to skydiving I have ever been, and feeling the rush from the open doorway, as well as the excitement from the Knights, was invigorating. The parachuters jumped in singles, pairs, and finally a team of five. Some members carried flags. Many had red smoke which released from a hold on their ankles. As I watched them jump from

the plane one by one, I was amazed at their excitement and energy. To see them swirling towards the beach, with the cheers of spectators captured in the wind, was truly a sight to behold.

—Thank you to Linda Armyn from The Bethpage Jones

for supplying LSB photographs! —Additional information provided by the Jones Beach Airshow website.

Beach Airshow

Look out below! (Photo courtesy of Lori & Steve Biegler, LSB Photography)

The Golden Knights plane is just as iconic and recognizable as its parachuters. (Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

Prior to takeoff, the team checked and re-checked their parachutes. (Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

The Knights review their routine instructions one more time and prep their equipment.

(Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

Sergeant First Class Morgan George scouts the target and checks for wind resistance. (Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

Staff Sergeant Benjamin Hall prepares to jump. (Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

Our view of Jones Beach (Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

SCHOOL NEWS

Seaford Teachers Trained For Cardiac Emergencies

It’s training they hope to never have to use, but if a medical emergency does happen at Seaford High School, a group of administrators and teachers are able to help. Michael Spreckels, a physical education teacher and the district’s athletic trainer, recently conducted a training session for members of the Cardiac Emergency Response Team.

CERT includes Principal Nicole Schnabel, assistant principals Dr. Raphi Morey and Anthony Murray, Director of Physical Education, Health and Athletics Kevin Witt, the school nurse and several teachers. Ms.

Schnabel said that the training not only benefited new members of the team but was a good refresher for everyone.

Mr. Spreckels reviewed steps necessary to help a child, teen or adult having a medical emergency. Using a dummy, he showed how to do CPR and also how to use an automated external defibrillator. He said that each school in Seaford has several AEDs and units are also kept close by during every athletic contest.

“You can’t be too prepared,” Mr. Spreckels said. “This is about empowering teachers

to take control in case of sudden cardiac arrest.”

Mr. Spreckels also talked about the other steps that CERT team members need to take, such as assigning someone to call the fire department. He noted the importance of having staff members who can give life-saving treatment until first responders arrive on scene, as those first few minutes are crucial.

Members of CERT will conduct training sessions for staff at Seaford Middle School and the elementary schools.

—Submitted by the Seaford School District

POBots Head To Texas To Face Teams From Across The World

The Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School robotics team, POBots, is headed to the FIRST Robotics Championships in Houston, Texas, to compete against teams from across the world.

POBots were selected for this honor after stellar showings at regional competitions at Hofstra University and New York City, where the team earned a win-loss record of 7-3 and 8-2, respectively. The team also won the FIRST Sustainability Award at both competitions. The award honors teams that have developed and demonstrated sustainable programs to ensure the members operate as a cohesive unit, allowing them to proactively identify and manage risks

and acquire assets to effectively deal with adversity and unexpected events. The team’s robot for 2023 is Murray, named

championship teams from across the world, including Canada, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Israel, Mexico and more. The team’s participation comes with a long and storied history at FIRST, where it has been competing each year since 1999!

“This achievement is just another wonderful milestone in the POBots’ more than 20-year history,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mary O’Meara. “The ingenuity and teamwork these students have shown have taken them to the world stage, and our school community could not be prouder —Submitted by the Plainview-Old Bethpage School District

Michael Spreckels, left, the district’s athletic trainer, showed Assistant Principal Anthony Murray and chorus teacher Yvonne Bendzlowicz how to use the automated external defibrillator. (Contributed photo)

POBJFKHS’s robotics team, POBots, at the FIRST Robotics Hofstra 2023 regionals.

Students Support Peer With Sweet Gesture

Students showed their love for a classmate who recently underwent a heart transplant with a lollipop fundraiser at Berner Middle School in the Massapequa School District.

During lunch periods, students could donate $1 for a heart-shaped lollipop. The fundraiser was organized by the student council in honor of Santino, a sixth-grader, who had a transplant over the February break. The proceeds, which exceeded $600, were donated to Sisters by Heart, a foundation that supports patients and families affected by single ventricle heart defects.

Eighth-grader Riley Donohue, treasurer of the student council, came up with the idea. In addition to buying lollipops, students could write get-well messages to Santino, which Riley delivered to his family.

“I wanted to cheer him up,” she said. “He’s going to love these cards. I wish he was here

because everyone is missing him so much. Hopefully, he’ll be back soon.”

Student council advisers Teresa Ferreira and Denise Robertson said that Riley came up with the idea and presented it to them, Principal Jason Esposito and her fellow officers.

“She took the initiative,” Ms. Ferreira said. “We all pitched in and made it happen.”

Student council officers spread the word about the lollipop sale, then worked the booth during lunch periods, selling their entire supply of sweets.

“We’re so happy for Santino that he is getting better, and we can’t wait to have him back,” Principal Jason Esposito said. “Berner’s heart is always with him and we’re so glad our students have had this opportunity to support him.”

—Submitted by the Massapequa School District

Eight students from JFK Middle School competed. (Contributed photo)

Bethpage Student Wows Judges At Science Fair

Bethpage eighth-grader Partap Sidhu from John F. Kennedy Middle School recently took home first place in the physical science category of the South Asian American Women’s Alliance Middle School Science Fair. Sidhu showcased his project, an animatronic hand, which impressed fair goers.

Throughout the months, Sidhu worked diligently on his project during the weekends and went to about four libraries to 3-D print his animatronic hand which moves with an animatronic hand controller that Sidhu wears. One move of a finger and the animatronic hand copies its movement.

“As a technology teacher, this was clear proof that Partap was ready to do all the work needed for acing science fairs,” Zabell said.

Sidhu was among eight John F. Kennedy Middle School eighth-graders who participated in the fair which was open to seventh- and eighth-graders across Long Island. Here, the students presented their research projects to judges with the hopes of earning a top spot in one of the science fair’s four categories – biological science, behavioral science, earth and environmental sciences and physical science. Sidhu will officially be recognized at the SAAWA’s middle school awards ceremony in June. The Bethpage Union Free School District congratulates Sidhu on this outstanding achievement.

—Submitted by the Bethpage Union Free School District

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The Berner Middle School student council held a lollipop fundraiser to benefit Sisters by Heart in honor of Santino. (Contributed photo)

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

Welcome to our Chinese Community

12 p.m. The Plainview Chinese Cultural Center will lead a discussion aimed at families new to Plainview, in order to have a discussion about the needs of the community. Pre-registration not required. This event will be taking place at the Plainview - Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Rd.

emancipation of slaves in America. Register online in advance if interested. This event is taking place on Zoom on behalf of the Levittown Public Library. Contact (516) 7315728 ext 244 or email pr@levittownpl.org for more information.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

Movie: A Man Called Otto

2 p.m. Otto Anderson is a grumpy widower whose only joy comes from criticizing and judging his exasperated neighbors. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unexpected friendship that will turn his world upside-down. Based on the comical and moving New York Times bestseller. Rated PG-13. Length: 2 hours and 6 minutes. Genre: Comedy. This event is taking place at the Bethpage Public Library, 47 Powell Ave.

SUNDAY, JUNE 11

Over the Rainbow: The Story of Judy Garland

1 p.m. Fred Astaire called Judy Garland

TUESDAY, JUNE 13

De-Stress from Your Exams

1 p.m. Have AP or Regents exams got you stressed? Drop in and meet with some puppies that are in training to be guide dogs! The puppies will be here with their Puppy Handlers, preparing for their own futures as guide dogs, and your interaction with the puppies can help! You can also learn a little about what it takes to foster puppies who will be going on to help people in their day-to-day lives. Grades

6 – 12. Register online in advance if interested. This event is taking place at the Bethpage Public Library, 47 Powell Ave.

Mediterranean Cooking with Chef Naela Zeidan

Juneteenth Program

2 p.m. Historian Martin H. Levinson will present a virtual multi-media program on the history and significance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the

FARMINGDALE

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of LUXURY IN THE BAG LLC.

Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/23/2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 88 Powell Place, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Purpose: eCommerce retail business.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christiana Trust as Trustee for PNPMS Trust II, Plaintiff AGAINST Raymond Sellitti AKA Raymond F. Selletti, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 15, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 15, 2023 at

“The greatest entertainer who ever lived.” Multimedia presentation with live performance of songs from the Great American Songbook by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Inc. This musical tribute will present a look at her life and career and remind us why she is still called Miss Show Business. Register online in advance if interested. This event is taking place at Massapequa Public Library: Bar Harbor, 40 Harbor Lane.

2:00PM, premises known as 1 Sullivan Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 49, BLOCK: 167, LOT: 48. Approximate amount of judgment $534,945.62 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605048/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Harold F. Damm, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706

6:30 p.m. Join Chef Naela for a cooking demonstration where she will show you how to make a basic dough, vegan spinach triangles with sauteed onions, sumac and molasses, Za’atar oregano flatbread manakeesh with olive oil and sesame, a hummus dip, Middle Eastern salad, and Baklava. Recipes will be provided with a tasting! Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Fee: $6.00 per person. Register online in advance if interested. This event is taking place at the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Rd.

Magazine Beach Art

7 p.m. Create a summery beach scene using scraps of paper from old magazines. Program for teens. Register online in advance if interested. This event is taking place at Massapequa Public Library: Bar Harbor, 40 Harbor Lane.

LEGAL NOTICES

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. DESERT ROSE HOLDINGS INC., et al, Defts. Index #609875/2022. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Feb. 16, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 28, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. prem. k/a Section 49, Block 278, Lot 2. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the sale.

JANE SHRENKEL, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #100409 6-14-7; 5-31-24-2023-4T#240921-NOB/FARM

Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”), A corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States Of America, Plaintiff AGAINST Deborah L Makovy; Ryan Makovy; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 2, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 27, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 59 Radcliffe Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Farmingdale, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section: 48 Block: 503 Lots: 40, 41, 42 & 110. Approximate amount of judgment $280,460.94 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 008323/2011. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auc-

tions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Charles J. Casolaro, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: April 11, 2023

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LEGAL NOTICE

Make ME Beautiful LLC filed on 02/02/23. Office: Nassau Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to 40 W 4th St #142 Patchogue, NY 11772. Purpose General. 7-5; 6-28-21-14-7; 5-312023-6T-#241136-NOB/ FARM

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Self Storage Sale

Please take notice Prime Storage - Farmingdale located at 2091 New Highway, Farmingdale, NY 11735 intends to hold a sale of the property stored in the below listed Storage Spaces. The public sale shall occur as an online auction via www. storagetreasures.com on 6/20/2023 at 12:00PM. Unless listed below, the contents consist of household goods

and furnishings. Matthew Ruderman unit #01005; Lorayne D’Antonio unit #02181; Kristen Miller unit #02201; Melissa Tahmolic unit #02203. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. See manager for details.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter , Section of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on JUNE at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:

BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-278 -

AMENDMENT

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DIANE JOHN COL-

LINS: Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 97-522 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board

of Appeals, dated December 18, 1997, to construct front portico. W/s/o Carnation Dr., 391.77 ft. N/o Carnation Dr., a/k/a 329 Carnation Drive, Farmingdale, NY JUNE 5, 2023 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff against GHULAM MUSTAFA, et al

Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 22, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of

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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

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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

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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

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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.

—HSS Long Island

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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

JUNE 10

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)

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HOROSCOPES By Holiday

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This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have pleted the puzzle, there will be 12 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

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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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It’s all in the mind

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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Help Wanted – Sanitation Workers

The Village of Stewart Manor is accepting applications for both a full-time and a part-time sanitation worker in the Department of Public Works. Work begins at 6 a.m. and includes Saturdays. Candidates for either position should be available to work on short notice in the event of severe weather or other emergencies.

These positions are primarily responsible for daily rear yard garbage collection, weekly recycling and bulk garbage collection. Other duties could include snow plowing, general maintenance tasks, maintaining all DPW equipment, including daily inspections of the vehicles, highway tasks including minor road repairs and street sweeping, maintaining parking meters, landscaping Village grounds, the set up for Village events etc. A valid NYS CDL Driver’s license is not required to start but is preferred (must obtain a CDL within a maximum of six months of employment). There is a six-month probationary period.

Part time position: Will work an average of three days a week. Part time starting salary is $17 per hour. No bene ts other than paid holidays. Participation in a pension plan is voluntary.

Full Time position: Will work ve days a week, Monday through Saturday (with one day o during the week). Starting salary is dependent on quali cations and experience. Bene ts, after a three-month waiting period, include medical bene ts, a pension plan and paid time o .

Applications are available at the Village Hall (516-354-1800) or on the Village website: www.stewartmanor.org, under the employment section.

The Village of Stewart Manor is an equal opportunity employer.

Local 804 Federal Credit Union is looking for a full-time Member Service Representative.

Experienced Customer Services Representative.

Answer members’ inquiries and cross-sell Credit Union products and services. Provide paying and receiving functions, including check deposits, check withdrawals and loan and credit card payments. Perform a variety of functions such as opening and closing accounts and account maintenance.

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the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 50 Genesee Street, Hicksville, NY 11801. Sec 45 Block 71 Lot 55,56,57 and 77. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $707,592.04 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 613457/2019.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Peter Kramer, Esq., Referee, (516) 510-4020 XPNMN158

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDE NO. 610007/2022

Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 39 BEACON LANE, HICKVILLE, NY 11801

Section: 45, Block: 373, Lot: 18

BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Plaintiff, vs. KRISTEN A. KING, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JEANETTE KING A/K/A JEANETTE ROSALIND KING; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF JEANETTE KING A/K/A JEANETTE ROSALIND KING, 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 designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of 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; SUNRUN, INC; CAVALRY SPV I, AS ASSIGNEE OF CITIBANK, N.A.; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TA ATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; JOHN KING, “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

THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $105,000.00 and interest, recorded on September 28, 2017, in Instrument Number 201797200, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 39 BEACON LANE, HICKVILLE, NY 11801.

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

Dated: May 10, 2023

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff

Oluwatobi Adedokun, Esq.

900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590

516-280-7675

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PUBLICHEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC

MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter , Section of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on JUNE at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-230

HICKSVILLE DESPINA

HARALAMBIDIS:

Variance to construct 40.4 ft. by 46.2 ft. new dwelling on partial new and partial existing foundation having less aggregate side yards and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters.

E/s/o Terry St., 590.5 ft. S/o Tobias St., a/k/a 21 Terry Street, Hicksville, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-233

HICKSVILLE

VN PROPERTY INC.: (A)

Variance to allow existing second oor addition (West) and rear wood deck with steps to grade having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing second oor additions having less aggregate side yards and roof pitch than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters. (C) Variance to allow existing shed exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance.

(D) Variance to allow existing second oor additions and rear wood deck with steps to grade exceeding maximum gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance.

N/s/o Lenox Ave., W/o Bay Ave., a/k/a 46 Lenox Avenue, Hicksville, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-264

HICKSVILLE

HICKSVILLE QSR II, d/b/a DUNKIN DONUTS: Variance for the reduction of off-street parking spaces. Reduction of spaces to 182 when 218 parking spaces are required.

SW/ cor. of S. Broadway & Lewis St., a/k/a 520 S. Broadway, Hicksville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-305

HICKSVILLE PICTOR NASSAU LOGISTICS CENTER LLC: Variance to construct 24-hour operating warehouse located within 87 ft. of residential zoning district exceeding maximum number of operating hours than permitted by Ordinance.

NE/ cor. of New South Rd. & Commerce Pl., a/k/a 125 New South Road, Hicksville, NY APPEAL NO. 23-314AMENDMENT

HICKSVILLE

HUDSON OLIVA DEVELOPERS: Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 65-363 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated July 15, 1965, to construct second oor addition.

SE/ cor. of Elmira St. & Blueberry Ln., a/k/a 51 Elmire Street, Hicksville, NY

JUNE 5, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

NASSAU COUNTY

JPMORGAN CHASE

BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff against DOINA ALMAZON A/K/A DOINA ALMAZAN, et al Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 17, 2018, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 11, 2023 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 27 Grape Lane, Hicksville, NY 11801. Sec 45 Block 328 Lot 17. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $369,879.02 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 000585/2013. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or

there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee QCH214

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff against JOANNE M. SACCO AS CO-TRUSTEE OF THE EMMA MANGANO TRUST, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered October 15, 2018, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 10, 2023 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 52 Kuhl Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. Sec 11 Block 272 Lot 11 & 12. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $462,310.32 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 000121/2015.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Michele A. Baptiste, Esq., Referee AYSJN028 6-28-21-14-7-2023-4T#241210-NOB/HI

LEGAL NOTICE

BOARD OF EDUCATION

HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWN OF OYSTER BAY HICKSVILLE, NEW YORK 11801-4800

RFP #06072023- 2023 - 2024

DISTRICT PRINTING AND PUBLICATIONS

The Board of Education of Hicksville Union Free School District of the Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York, in accordance with Section 103 of Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law, hereby invites the submission of proposals no later than 11 :00 AM on June 21, 2023:

RFP #06072023 - 2023 - 2024 DISTRICT PRINTING AND PUBLICATIONS for use in the Schools of the

District. Proposals will be received no later than 11 :00 AM on June 21, 2023 in the Business Office at the Hicksville U.F.S.D. Administration Building on 200 Division Avenue, Hicksville, New York 11801, at which time and place all proposals will be publicly opened.

Specifications and proposal forms may be obtained by contacting the Office of the Purchasing Agent at kmcmahon@hicksvillepublicschools.org.

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject all proposals and to award the contract to other than the lowest responder for any reason deemed in the best interest of the District. Any proposal submitted will be binding for One Hundred Twenty (120) days subsequent to the date of RFP opening.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

HICKSVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County New York

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Angelic Treats By Stacia LLC.

Articles of Organization

filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 03/27/2023 Office located in Nassau SSNY has been designated for service of process.

SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC 6 Lewis Place, Hempstead NY 11550. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of A-Z MOBILE NOTARY SERVICES LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/18/2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: ZENBUSINESS INC. 41 State Street, Suite 112, Albany, NY, 12207. Purpose: Notary Services

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of MERCURY SOUND NYC LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/22/23. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 228 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10003. Purpose: any lawful act.

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TRUST, Plaintiff against ANTHONY ISOM A/K/A

ANTHONY L. ISOM, et al

Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 28, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 27, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 89 Sunrise Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. Sec 51 Block 173 Lot 51. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $527,485.37 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 007373/2014. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.

During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Bruce Robert Bekritsky, Esq., Referee NY201800000398-1 6-14-7’ 5-31-24-2023-4T#240998-NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF NASSAU

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of May 1, 2005 Park Place Securities, Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2005-WHQ3, Plaintiff AGAINST Guillermo Lopez; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 14, 2022 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the

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Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 28, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 7 Old Oak Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 51 Block 163

Lot 27. Approximate amount of judgment $897,073.96 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 006810/2009. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19

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

Karen C. Grant, Esq., Referee

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

Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: May 10, 2023

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Marianne Lane Mental Health

Counseling, PLLC. A1is of Org filed ,vith Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/25/23.

Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 35 Bayberry Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. Purpose: any lawful act.

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LEGAL NOTICE

REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

JPMORGAN CHASE

BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff - against - RAYMOND CHELLIS, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on March 7, 2019. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501

“Rain or Shine” on the 6th day of July, 2023 at 2:00 PM.

All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.

Premises known as 43 Silo Lane, Levittown, New York 11756.

(Section: 51, Block: 193, Lot: 11) Approximate amount of lien $365,135.68 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judg-

ment and terms of sale.

Index No. 14-004331. Mark S. Ricciardi, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409

For sale information, please visit Xome.com

Dated: April 5, 2023

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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MASSAPEQUA

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. STEVEN MASTA AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO PAT MASTA, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 23, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 21, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 64 Devon Road, Bethpage, NY 11714. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 46, Block 420 and Lot 17. Approximate amount of judgment is $647,417.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #611579/2018. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Charles Casolaro, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 6-7; 5-31-24-17-2023-4T#240897-NOB/MASS

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REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff - against - MERCEDES O. LINDO AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF YOLANDA H. LINDO A/K/A YOLANDA LINDO, DECEASED, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on January 7, 2021. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501

“Rain or Shine” on the 14th day of June, 2023 at 4:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, and partly in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

Premises known as 96 County Line Road, Massapequa, (Town of Oyster Bay) NY

11758 a/k/a 96 County Line Road, Amityville, (Town of Oyster Bay) NY 11701,(Nassau County) and 96 County Line Road, North Amityville, (Town of Babylon) NY 11701 (Suffolk County).

(SBL#: 53-C-59 (NASSAU COUNTY); DSBL#: 0100-

166.00-01.00-040.000 (SUFFOLK COUNTY))

Approximate amount of lien $470,088.70 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 609399/2018

(NASSAU) 613911/2018

(SUFFOLK). Farshad D. Saed, Esq., Referee.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409

For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

Dated: April 7, 2023

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, BANTAM

FUNDING II, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. AMEET PROPERTIES LLC AND AMANDEEP SINGH, Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 16, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 26, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 46 48 Roosevelt Avenue a/k/a 48 Roosevelt Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 46, Block 27601 and Lots 527531. Approximate amount of judgment is $647,218.39 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 614390/2020. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Peter A. Bee, Esq., Referee Polsinelli PC, Amy E. Hatch, Esq. 600 Third Avenue, 42nd Floor, New York, New York 10016, Attorneys for Plaintiff 6-14-7; 5-31-24-2023-4T#240968-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT

NASSAU COUNTY WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE OF THE OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-FXD1 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007FXD1, Plaintiff against FRANK DARA, et al Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 5, 2016, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 5, 2023 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 21 Cedar Drive, Massapequa, NY 11758. Sec 66 Block 15 Lot 30. All that certain plot, piece, or parcel of land, situate, lying, and being at Massapequa, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $722,785.95 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 005009/2012.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The

Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Jennifer Ettenger, Esq., Referee SLSNY109 6-21-14-7; 5-31-2023-4T#241108-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICHEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter , Section of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on JUNE at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals:

BYORDER OFTHE ZONINGBOARDOF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-228

MASSAPEQUA PATRICIA GORMAN: (A)

Variance to allow existing rear fabric canopy exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance.

(B) Variance to allow existing rear fabric canopy and front dormer exceeding maximum gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance.

E/s/o Beach Rd., 1391.70 ft. S/o Canal Rd., a/k/a 65 Beach Road, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-231

MASSAPEQUA ALYSE CARDELLO: (A)

Variance to construct pavilion with dining counter having less side yard setback, exceeding maximum building coverage and gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance.

(B) Variance to allow existing wood burning fire pit having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

SW/ cor. Clearview Ln. Sunset Blvd., a/k/a 301 Clearview Lane, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-232

MASSAPEQUA RONALD LE GOFF: Variance to allow existing oil tank exceeding maximum setback from side property line than permitted by Ordinance.

S/s/o Croyden Dr., 61.49 ft. W/o Carlton Dr., a/k/a 3 Croyden Drive, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-234

MASSAPEQUA KAREN EVANS: Variance to construct second story addition having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.

E/s/o Clocks Blvd., 225 ft. N/o E. Grove St., a/k/a 791 Clocks Boulevard, Massapequa, NY APPEAL NO. 23-244

MASSAPEQUA SCOTT SCHRATWIESER: (A) Variance to allow

existing enlarged raised patio with pergola exceeding maximum building coverage and gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 20-211 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated July 23, 2020.

W/s/o Biltmore Blvd., 822.75 ft. S/o Merrick Rd., a/k/a 29 Biltmore Boulevard, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-265

MASSAPEQUA

MARTA KANE: Variance to construct roof over front porch having less side yard setback and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance.

N/s/o Poplar St., 1241.54 ft. E/o Chester Ave., a/k/a 33 Poplar Street, Massapequa, NY

APPEAL NO. 23-267

NORTH MASSAPEQUA

DANIEL DECARLO: (A) Variance to construct cantilevered second oor addition exceeding maximum gross oor area than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing 6 ft. high vinyl fence exceeding maximum height across front yard (North Hawthorne Street) than permitted by Ordinance.

(C) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 63-487 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated October 10, 1963.

SE/ cor. of N. Central Ave.

N. Hawthorne St., a/k/a 866 N. Central Avenue, North Massapequa, NY

JUNE 5, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Citibank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Peter L. Rand, Susan A. Rand, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 16, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 11, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 330 North Hickory Street, Massapequa a/k/a North Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Massapequa, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 52,

BLOCK: 380, LOT: 4. Approximate amount of judgment $202,085.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #4467/2016. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19

Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2. nycourts.gov/Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. MARK GOIDELL, ESQ., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-080994-F00 76029

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU EMIGRANT BANK, successor by merger with EMIGRANT SAVINGS BANKLONG ISLAND, Plaintiff -against- PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF NASSAU COUNTY AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ANNA MARIE STACEL A/K/A MARIE STACEL, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on October 17, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 6, 2023 at 2:30 p.m.

ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Section 52 Block 186 and Lot 1584.

All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 74 JERUSALEM AVENUE, MASSAPEQUA, NY Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 16500/2009. JANINE LYNAM, ESQ., Referee

Terenzi Confusione P.C. Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 401 Franklin Avenue, Suite 304, Garden City, NY 11530

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2003-3, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-3, Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT M. CARRAGHER JR., ET AL., Defendant(s).

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Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale After Inquest and Appointment of Referee duly entered on August 3, 2016, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 6, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 59 Beaumont Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Massapequa, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 57, Block 224 and Lot 41. Approximate amount of judgment is $569,108.17 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #12056/14. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee

Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 191034-1

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PLAINVIEW

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUN-

TY OF NASSAU, NJCCNYS COMMUNITY RESTORATION FUND LLC, Plaintiff, vs. GUN KYO LEE, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Amending the Caption, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on March 22, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 20, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 2 Garnet Lane, Plainview, NY 11803. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 12, Block 410 and Lot 11. Approximate amount of judgment is $612,223.25 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #013273/2013. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale.

If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Keith LaVallee, Esq., Referee nuckles, Komosinski Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff 6-7; 5-31-24-17-2023-4T#240844-NOB/PLV

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST

V-E, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL LUXENBERG, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale After Inquest and Appointment of Referee duly entered on August 23, 2018 and an Order

Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on February 2, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 21, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 31 Kalda Lane, Plainview, NY 11803. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay at Plainview, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 12, Block 620 and Lot

8. Approximate amount of judgment is $347,976.24 plus interest and costs and a judgment amount of $316,004.45 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 611837/2017. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Charles Casolaro, Esq., Referee

Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 193605-2 6-7; 5-31-24-17-2023-4T#240848-NOB/PLV

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

CitiMortgage, Inc., Plaintiff, -against-

Kavita Sethi, Inderpal Singh, M.D., as trustee of The Northfork Irrevocable Trust dated November 1, 2008, as to a one-half (1/2) undivided interest, Inderpal Singh, M.D., as trustee of The Southfork Irrevocable Trust dated November 1, 2008, as to a onehalf (1/2) undivided interest, Bethpage Federal Credit

Union, Asset Servicing Corp., Zapmytax, Assessment Correction Group, Dart Fuel Oil Inc., Cambridge Whos Who Publishing Inc., Deborah Morrissey if living and if any be dead, any and all persons who are spouses, widows, grantees, mortgagees, lienor, heirs, devisees, distributees, or successors in interest of such of the above as may be dead, and their spouses, heirs, devisees, distributees and successors in interest, all of whom and whose names and places of residences are unknown to Plaintiff , Moritt Hock Hamroff LLP, Christopher J. Clarke if living and if any be dead, any and all persons who are spouses, widows, grantees, mortgagees, lienor, heirs, devisees, distributees, or successors in interest of such of the above as may be dead, and their spouses, heirs, devisees, distributees and successors in interest, all of whom and whose names and places of residences are unknown to Plaintiff,

A. Jonathan Trafimow, Randy Scott Zelin, United States of America-Internal Revenue Service, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Defendants Index No. 611362/2022

SUPPLEMENTAL SUM-

MONS

Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the Mortgage premises is situated.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S):

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT

THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $455,000.00 and interest, recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of NASSAU on May 31, 2005, in Book M 28887, Page 164, covering premises known as 2 Kenneth Street, Plainview, NY 11803.

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.

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 your Mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: Suffolk County, New York May 23, 2023

/s/By: Linda P. Manfredi, Esq. Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss, Weisman Gordon, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff

53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100

Our File No.:01-095912-F00

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PLAINVIEW/ OLD BETHPAGE

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff -against- LOUIS ESSMAN A/K/A LOUIS T. ESSMAN, SYLVIA ESSMAN A/K/A SYLVIA B. ESSMAN, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated February 14, 2020, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 26, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Plainview, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as and by Lot 17 in Block 92 on a certain map entitled, “Map of Woodbury Acres, Section No. 3, situated at Plainview, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York, December 15, 1961, Louis K. Mclean, C.E., and S., Wantagh, NY” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on August 23, 1962 as Map and Case No. 7628. Section: 13 Block: 92 Lot: 17 All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 93 HARVARD DRIVE, PLAINVIEW, NY Approximate amount of lien $810,799.16 plus interest costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 0007468/2016. ARZA R. FELDMAN, ESQ., Referee

David A. Gallo Associates LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 9024.11

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC DBA CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, V. CATHERINE LAGNESE, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 06, 2020, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC

DBA CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY is the Plaintiff and CATHERINE LAGNESE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 29, 2023 at 3:00PM, premises known

as 73 DIAMOND DRIVE, PLAINVIEW, NY 11803: Section 12, Block 380, Lot 004: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK, Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 010160/2013. Malachy Lyons, Jr., Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing.

*LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE ASSETS

TRUST 2006-1, MORTGAGE-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1, V. JILL S MARKOWITZ, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated April 12, 2023, and entered in the Office

of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE ASSETS TRUST 2006-1, MORTGAGE-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1 is the Plaintiff and JILL S MARKOWITZ, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on July 11, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 133 CARRIAGE LANE, PLAINVIEW, NY 11803: Section 13, Block 119, Lot 141, Unit 105: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT PLAINVIEW, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 001980/2017. George Peter Esernio, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

Maier Honors Seniors For Knitting Blankets For Children With Cancer

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Laura Maier recently honored the women of ‘We Care Blankets,’ a Massapequa based non-profit organization, for their incredible accomplishment of knitting and crocheting over 145 blankets to be donated to children’s hospitals across the country.

“Each blanket is made with love to help soothe and protect children with

cancer and other pediatric disorders,” said Councilwoman Maier. “These blankets will make a comforting gift for children who need it the most.”

For more information or to join ‘We Care Blankets,’ please call founder Tamara Baker at (516) 797-2250.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Saladino Celebrates Plainedge Pride Day

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino joined the Plainedge School District for “Plainedge Pride Day,” an annual event held at the Brian Moore Athletic Center. A true family fun day, the event featured an obstacle course, bounce house, face painting, and refreshments for all to enjoy. Plainedge students also had the opportunity to share

their talents through an art show, drama club presentation, and robotics demonstration. Supervisor Saladino congratulated students for their various achievements both in and out of the classroom and thanked the Plainedge School District for their continued dedication to student success.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Women’s Club Of Farmingdale Celebrates

110 Years

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In 1912, a math teacher from Woodstock, Vermont, who also taught English at Erasmus Hall High School in Brooklyn, moved to the Village of Farmingdale to “retire” and ended up leaving a monumental legacy. At the age of 60, Abigail E. Leonard built a home on Hallock Street and called it “Aftermath.” Ms. Leonard was the guiding force that led to dozens of improvements and innovative accomplishments. To name a few, she encouraged local citizens to join her in the fight for the adoption of home mail delivery, street signs, milk delivery and garbage collection. She sponsored the first school nurse, high school business courses, Youth Council and Adult Education. She was the first woman to serve on the Farmingdale Board of Education and while serving helped form the local PTA. In 1913, together with the wives of some of the prominent men in the village, they formed the Women’s Club of Farmingdale (WCF). In 1915 she became their president and served in that office for ten years. Then in 1923 she co-founded the existing Farmingdale Public Library (together with Jesse Merritt) which this year is celebrating 100 years. In 1920, a scholarship award was established in her

name and has been presented to a deserving Farmingdale High School senior every year since.

Recently, the Women’s Club of Farmingdale celebrated this momentous occasion at Palmer’s American Grille, Farmingdale. President Barbara Hoerner welcomed Christopher Dalton, Chief of Staff for NYS Sen. Steven Rhoads, TOB Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Leg. Rose Marie Walker, Leg. John R. Ferretti, Jr., Village of Farmingdale Mayor Ralph Ekstrand and Village of Farmingdale Trustee Cheryl Parisi (also a WCF member). Each one presented the club with a beautiful proclamation extolling the club’s numerous accomplishments and contributions both locally and internationally. Past President Maria Ortolani and her committee and advisors, Ann Lomonte, Fran Rotondo, Tina Diamond and Barbara Hoerner, arranged a memorable commemoration which included a lovely lunch, birthday cake and keepsake souvenir which guests and legislators received. Kudos to the wonderful staff at Palmer’s for a delicious lunch and impeccable service.

—Submitted by Maria Ortolani, WCF Publicity Chair

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Preserve Plainview With Summer Irrigation Practices

Water District offers tips to conserve water and help lower bills

The Plainview Water District (PWD) would like to remind residents of the benefits of smart irrigation controllers and their use in the interest of water conservation. With the warm and dry summer weather quickly approaching, District-wide water pumpage numbers are expected to increase significantly due to the high use of irrigation systems. As part of its Preserve Plainview initiative, the district would like to provide residents with ways to save water around their homes and businesses.

“With the warmer weather, it is typical that the POB communities water usage grows significantly in comparison to other seasons,” said PWD Commissioner Marc Laykind. “The increased usage of irrigation systems throughout the summer months often results in over-consumption and higher third-quarter bills. It is important that we all make an effort to use best practices when it relates to our water usage in order to protect our vital resource.”

Water consumption in the Plainview-Old Bethpage community nearly triples during the summer months, which is most notably attributed to irrigation systems. Water conservation will not only reduce unnecessary

water waste and save money but will also significantly decrease excess pumpage of the aquifer and demand to the District’s groundwater wells and treatment systems.

The Plainview Water District highly recommends the implementation of smart irrigation controllers to help increase conservation efforts locally. Smart controllers use a Wi-Fi connection to tap into local weather stations to automatically adjust watering schedules based on local weather conditions, ensuring that lawns and gardens only receive the precise amount of water they need in order to stay lush and green.

“Smart irrigation controllers are valuable investments for anyone looking to make the irrigation process more convenient and eco-friendly,” said PWD Commissioner Andrew Bader. “These systems are known to significantly reduce excess irrigation and

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water usage, while giving users healthier lawns. We highly encourage all customers to install this environmentally friendly technology.”

Smart irrigation controllers are effective at reducing water use because they use information such as local weather conditions, plant type and soil moisture levels to determine accurate landscaping water needs. The systems also adjust to weather conditions automatically, allowing lawns and gardens to thrive under optimal watering conditions without any user intervention.

“As a community, it is our collective responsibility to take precautions to help preserve our most precious natural resource,” said PWD Commissioner Michael Chad. “Residents can participate in the simple act of conservation in many ways, such as installing a smart irrigation system or practicing better irrigation habits this summer. By doing so, we are not only preserving water and saving money, but are working to ensure that future generations of POB residents have access to this resource.”

Here are some simple ways to conserve water this summer:

1. Follow Nassau County’s Lawn Watering

Ordinance:

Watering is prohibited between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Odd-numbered homes can only water on odd-numbered days.

Even and non-numbered homes can only water on even-numbered days.

2. Confirm your rain sensor is installed correctly and is functioning properly.

3. Mulch around flower beds to retain additional water.

4. Use a drip irrigation system to limit water lost through evaporation and improve the amount of water delivered to root systems.

5. Routinely check your irrigation clock and adjust time for seasonal temperatures and precipitation events.

6. Avoid watering on windy days.

For further information, or if you have any questions, please call the District at 516-9316469, email info@plainviewwater.org or visit www.plainviewwater.org. Residents can also sign up to receive information by submitting their email address through the District’s homepage or following them on Facebook in order to stay up-to-date with District activities and initiatives.

—Submitted by the Plainview Water District

Levittown Athletes Sign To Future Colleges And Universities

Thirty-three athletes across Division Avenue High School and General Douglas MacArthur High School in the Levittown Public School District recently signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at a variety of colleges and universities.

Athletes gathered with family members and coaches at their respective schools to mark the occasion. The signing of the letters indicates the students’ readiness to compete at the next level of their educational journey after they graduate.

Nine Division Avenue athletes include:

• Sydney Martins – cheer, Coastal Carolina University

• Dylan O’Connor – lacrosse, Misericordia University

• Sofia Rella – cheer, LIU Post

• Danielle Kennedy – cheer, LIU Post

• Elizabeth Catania – cheer, LIU Post

• Aron Lugo – swim, Hartwick College

• Michaela Bridgwood – softball, SUNY New Paltz

• Katherine Campbell – lacrosse, SUNY Old Westbury

• Erica DeJesus – bowling, Adelphi University

Twenty-four MacArthur athletes include:

• Rocco Hogan – lacrosse, Molloy University

• Ashley Maniscalco – lacrosse, SUNY Old Westbury

• Tyler Mormando – soccer, Utica University

• Joseph Thatcher – baseball, St. Joseph’s University

• Lauren Dean – cheer, LIU Post

• Tyler Behr – soccer, Marywood University

• Joviana Bennett – volleyball, John Jay College

• Paul Calvo – lacrosse, Molloy University

• Bailey Rothman – cheer, LIU Post

• Kimberly LoFaso – cheer, Widener University

• Taylor Brunn – softball, Ithaca College

• Paul Lichter – wrestling, St. John Fisher University

• Daniel DeLuca – lacrosse, Hartwick College

• Angelo Mansilla-Ramos – cheer, St. John’s University

• Patrick Cheswick – lacrosse, Belmont Abbey College

• Julia Marrazzo – soccer, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

• Hailey Feiler – softball, Bentley University

• Ryan Tam – baseball, Farmingdale State College

• Jack Longobucco – track, Adelphi University

• Gianni Nino – soccer, Farmingdale State College

• Dylan Vargas – volleyball, St. Joseph’s University

• Nicholas Milan – football, SUNY Maritime College

• Ben Velasquez – football, SUNY Maritime College

• Evan Paladino – baseball, Herkimer College

—Submitted by Levittown Public Schools

Thirty-three athletes across Division Avenue High School and General Douglas MacArthur High School signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at a variety of colleges and universities.

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