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Foundation Aid, first enacted in 2007-08, is the largest unrestricted aid category supporting public school district expenditures in New York State. This year it represents approximately 68.4 percent of the total State Aid received by districts statewide. Foundation Aid is the package of funding the state provides each school district. It is based on a complicated formula that takes enrollment, need, and federal and local contribution into account, among other factors. This past year is the first where Foundation Aid has been fully funded. Additionally, parts of the formula for Foundation Aid have not been updated for more than 15 years.
The state is facing a $4.3 billion dollar shortfall in the coming fiscal year. The two biggest expenditures for the budget are healthcare and public education, making them the first places considered for cuts. The state office of the budget stated that the decision to change the formula and eliminate the save harmless provision was based on a number of factors. “This budget attempts to solve for a $4.3 billion budget gap and we need to make decisions on where to spend state resources. With regard to public schools, they’ve never been more well-resourced. In a time when we are paying $35 billion for schools, we have to ask, ‘are we investing it appropriately?’ Are we making sure our high need students are getting the resources they need and that districts that are growing in size have the resources they need, while also getting to a number that is sustainable in the State’s financial plan,” asked New York State Budget Director Blake Washington.
At a budget hearing at the end of January, New York State Education Department Commissioner Betty Rosa did not approve of the governor’s plan to do away immediately with “save harmless,” also known as “hold harmless,” and the establishment of an inflation factor of 2.4 percent for Foundation Aid. She stated that she preferred the elimination of “save harmless” be phased in to give the districts time to make adjustments and find other funding.
“We do not support this position because it impacts 337 districts. It’s been so abrupt and the conversations have not taken place. Our position has been that in order to do this, you really should have a three-to-fiveyear plan, where we have opportunities to get a new formula, where we have opportunities to look at the impact across the entire state in the various districts and make sure that the new formula informs the study
and the new formula informs the work,” Commissioner Rosa said in her testimony.
The loss of federal funding from COVIDera aid is also compounding the issue. Rosa stated that she had been warning districts to be ready for this funding “cliff” for some time. “We have been warning districts about the fiscal cliff from last year, the year before, knowing that the additional financials that we received for learning loss that were added, with staffing and everything else (were ceasing.) I think a lot of districts were caught off guard, knowing that we’re going through that process of the Federal financial cliff, and then having this also happen. This has really created distress for districts. Now they have to rethink how they deal with personnel issues, delivery of services for our students, as well as looking at what are the decisions that they’re going to have to make this spring.”
This budget attempts to solve for a $4.3 billion budget gap and we need to make decisions on where to spend state resources.
Steve Rhoads, Senator Patricia CanzoneriFitzpatrick, Senator Jack Martins, Senator Alexis Weik and Assembly Members Ari Brown and Brian Curran, have responded to the proposed changes. The group gathered at the beginning of the month to call on the governor to reconsider and have also started a petition. (See Full Run page 2a for details.)
—New York State Budget Director Blake Washington
“There were superintendents there from across Nassau County,” Martins said. “Whether they’re on the South Shore, whether they’re on the North Shore, they all have the same concern: if the state is going to provide us with these mandates… it’s time that the state takes on the responsibility of properly funding education here on Long Island.”
proposal and the rolling back of the ‘hold harmless,’ is basically saying, ‘we’re going to cut back on our funding’ when effectively it doesn’t change the budget for that school district,” Martins said. Martins also expressed concern about the Consumer Price Index piece of the formula for calculating Foundation Aid.
“The governor decided because we’ve had a rough inflationary period, rather than increasing to inflation, she would actually take an average over the last several years,” Martins said. “That inflation has impacted every one of our school districts, their cost of energy, materials, everything they do has been impacted by that cost of inflation”
Martins added that because of the tax cap, and these rises in costs, districts have to rely on the state to “pay its fair share.”
“They’re not getting the fair proportionate share of their budget from the state, but all of these mandates come down from the state every year,” Martins said. “And I’ve heard that from every superintendent across this district.”
Martins said that the New York State Senate and Assembly will be releasing their own budgets.
“There will be alternatives there,” Martins said. “And I think you’ll see that both the Assembly and the Senate will address education differently.”
Other public officials have also weighed in on the changes. “For the past three years, New York State has made a historic commitment to fully fund Foundation Aid, and these investments should not be undermined now. I will not let that happen. I am committed to joining my colleagues in the Democratic Assembly and Senate Majorities to remove the proposed cuts from the final budget. Similar to past years’ negotiations, this would be done during the final budget process. While others make statements and hold press conferences, I will be working with my colleagues in the Assembly Majority to put forth a budget that makes sure our schools receive the critical funding they need. As we have always done,” said Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti in a statement.
A number of representatives from Nassau County, including New York State Senator
Martins cited an example of the state withholding funding if there’s a decline in enrollment, explaining that a loss of, say, 20 students in various grades wouldn’t change the district’s budget .
“The state, through the governor’s
The New York State Union of Teachers is also concerned about the impact the recalculation will have on education in the state. “Call them what you want; these are cuts,” said NYSUT President Melinda Person. “Once again, the state is turning its back on its support for our students and our communities. It took less than a year after the legacy victory of fully funding Foundation Aid for that promise to be broken, and we now return to the same old fight for the resources all our schools desperately need. To say we are profoundly disappointed is an understatement.”
For more information on the budget, visit budget.ny.gov.
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Leonard J. Lehrman Returns To Bryant Library In Concert On Sunday, March 10th
On Sunday, March 10th, 2024, at 3:00, The Bryant Library will present a concert of songs composed, translated, arranged and transcribed by longtime Roslyn resident Leonard J. Lehrman, in honor of his 75th birthday year. The program is co-sponsored by The Professor Edgar H. Lehrman Memorial Foundation — founded in 1986 by Leonard’s father, Nathaniel S. Lehrman (1923-2020). This coming concert marks Lehrman’s first return to his hometown in nearly a decade.
It will be preceded by an evening of piano music and discussion that Lehrman will share with pianist Dwight Peltzer on Monday, March 4th at 7pm at Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, where Lehrman has worked as a Reference Librarian since March, 1995, shortly after earning his Masters Degree in Library & Information Science at LIU-Post. His honors thesis there traced the history of concerts in libraries - specifically The Bryant Library, and those of The Long Island Composers Alliance, of which he served as its first President, 1991-98. Previous to that, Lehrman earned his Bachelors Degree at Harvard in 1971, Master’s and Doctorate degrees at Cornell in 1975 and 1977. The year after that, he served as Assistant Chorus Master at the Metropolitan Opera; and then seven
years at theaters in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Berlin – where he became the first Jew to conduct Fiddler on the Roof in that city, and founded the Jewish Music Theater Association there.
Many of the songs on the March 10th program were originally written for and/ or first performed/recorded by Helene Williams. Other performers joining her
and Leonard include: mezzo-soprano Perri Sussman; dancer/choreographer Beth Jucovy of Dance Visions NY; and instrumentalists Link Rossano (flute), Craig Lindsay (clarinet), Daniel Hyman (violin), and native Roslynite Peter Howard (cello) - all conducted by (tenor) Daniel Barna in the world premiere of Lehrman’s Two Romanian Songs on poems by the
97-year-old Bucharest poet Zygmund Tauberg. Other nonagenarians represented, who will be present at the concert, include NY composers Joel Mandelbaum (1932- ) and Julie Mandel (1923- ). Julie Mandel and Lori Liberman are two composers being honored on this particular day, designated by the American Guild of Organists as Woman Composer Sunday.
In addition to one of Lehrman’s earliest compositions - a sonata movement for flute and piano (1965) - the program includes world premieres of new works for clarinet, violin and cello, which he created for this concert. The program is made possible in part with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the NY State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the NY State Legislature and administered by Huntington Arts Council, Inc. The attached photo is of a painting of Leonard by his cousin, Stuart Kirsner, created for the cover of CONTINUATOR: The Autobiography of a Socially-Conscious, Cosmopolitan Composer – by Leonard J. Lehrman, scheduled for publication this year by Dorrance Press. Visit the library at www.bryantlibrary.org and click “programs” to register for the Mar. 10 event.
—Submitted by Leonard J. Lehrman
Roslyn And Port Washington Water Districts Hold Third Annual Irrigation Contractor Training Event
The Roslyn Water District (RWD) and Port Washington Water District (PWWD) recently joined together alongside the Irrigation Association of New York (IANY) to host their third annual Irrigation Contractor Training event. The goal of this yearly event is to educate irrigation contractors on the most effective ways to help customers in the area conserve water and follow the District’s mandatory 2024 irrigation requirements while irrigating their properties this spring and summer. It is also part of a push to make sure that residents have a plan to retrofit smart irrigation controllers into their home irrigation systems, which is mandatory for all RWD residents by 2025.
“Our residents put trust into irrigation contractors to ensure that their systems run properly and efficiently, and the Roslyn Water District looks to help them do so in any way we can,” said RWD Chairman Michael Kosinski. “Water conservation is a community effort and education is an important part of making our efforts successful. We are thankful to have seen such enthusiasm from these contractors and we look forward to seeing them put this new knowledge to use.”
This year’s training event took place at the Port Washington Library, the first time it has been conducted in person as opposed to a webinar format. RWD Superintendent Richard Passariello and
Commissioner Mindy Germain detailed the various water conservation needs and mandates throughout their respective Districts, as well as what they have done to work with their communities
to get the message out there. IANY board member Mike Dwyer also presented on some of the irrigation industries best practices, providing attendees with even more ideas of how they can help customers conserve water.
“The Irrigation Association of New York promotes the efficient use of water through training events where we partner with water districts to help irrigation professionals understand the need for reducing water use,” said Dwyer. “The goal of these yearly training sessions is to help irrigators and customers achieve water savings through education. Since products and methods are constantly changing, education is the only way to keep up. Promoting best practices and encouraging the adoption of new technology will help Long Island water districts save water.”
“It’s nice to see the education from the water companies’ side, from our peers in the industry and from the customer’s side,” said Jennifer Moran of Pacific Lawn Sprinklers, one of the event’s attendees. “It’s just good for everyone to get on the same page.”
—Submitted by the Roslyn Water District and Port Washington Water District
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Dwight Peltzer. Leonard Lehrman. (Contributed photos)
From the left: PWWD Superintendent Paul Prigano, PWWD Commissioner Mindy Germain, Jack Raia of Jack & Son Landscaping and Irrigation, Irrigation Association of New York board member Mike Dwyer and RWD Superintendent Richard Passariello. To conclude the 2024 Irrigation Contractor Training event, Jack Raia won a free smart irrigation controller. (Contributed photo)
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6
All About Sports Memorabilia
1 p.m. Guest lecturer Les Wolff (Les Wolff Worldwide Sports and Entertainment LLC) started a quest in 1969 to get every major athlete’s autograph. As a senior in high school, his picture was in the Daily News getting Muhammad Ali‘s autograph. Befriending major athletes like Hank Aaron, Mickey Mantle, Bill Bradley, Joe Namath, Wayne Gretzky, Joe Dimaggio, and more enabled him to acquire a great collection. Wolff collects, appraises, auctions, sells and trades worldwide. He enjoys advising clients, young and old, about what to collect and how to preserve a valuable collection. You are welcome to show him an item for a free evaluation. This event is taking place at the Bryant Library.
Preparing for the Digital SAT 5 p.m. For Roslyn residents grades 10-11. Join us for a digital SAT overview course hosted by Advantage Testing of Long Island. They’ll highlight important aspects of the test and provide worksheets to work through strategies for math, reading, and writing. This event is taking place at the Bryant Library.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 8
Mandarin Bilingual Storytime
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will be explored! No Mandarin background is required. Register once for all dates. Online registration required at https://www. bryantlibrary.org/ Photographs and video footage taken during programs may be used for library publicity. Please tell library staff if you do not want a photo taken of you or your child. This event is taking place at the Bryant Librar y.
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TUESDAY, MARCH 12
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Our guest speaker will be Samantha Goetz, Nassau County Legislator. Club meetings are now on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Elevator access from the south side parking area. All are welcome!
3 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of classical music featuring songs composed, translated, arranged and transcribed by longtime Roslyn resident Leonard J. Lehrman, in honor of his 75th birthday year. The program is co-sponsored by The Professor Edgar H. Lehrman Memorial Foundation - founded in 1986 by Leonard’s father, Nathaniel S. Lehrman (1923-2020).
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Blakeman Draws Backlash With Executive Order
Criticism rolls in over order targeting trans athletes
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is once again facing widespread criticism, particularly from local Democrats, after signing an executive order that seeks to block trans women and girls from participating in competitive sports across the county.
On Thursday, February 22, Blakeman held a small rally, with the stated intent to “protect girls’ sports,” before unveiling the executive order, which effectively prevents athletes in Nassau County who were assigned “male” at birth from participating in girls’ or women’s sports.
According to the order, “any sports, leagues, organizations, teams, programs, or sports entities must expressly designate [male, female, or co-ed] based on the biological sex at birth of the team members/participants when applying for a use and occupancy permit to utilize Nassau County Parks property for the purposes of organization a sporting event or competition.” It goes on to state that the Nassau County Department of Parts, Recreation and Museums “shall not issue any permits for the use and occupancy of Nassau County Park’s property for the purposes of organizing a sporting event or competition that allows athletic teams or sports designated for females, women, or girls to include biological males ... [but] may issue permits ... that allow athletic teams or sports for males, men, or boys to include biological females.”
That day and in the days that immediately followed, a long list of comments from local officials and groups condemning the order were made public (only some of which are included here).
“In a society that values freedom and opportunity, denying transgender and nonbinary athletes the chance to play on their school and community sports teams goes against the very essence of American principles,” said Devon Zappasodi, director of Long Island-based LGBTQ+ youth services and advocacy group PFY, in a statement.
Patricia Pastor, president of the National Organization for Women, Nassau County, commented, “Trans women are women. Trans girls are girls. Full stop. Blakeman’s thinly veiled attempt at publicity not only violates the spirit of fairness and inclusion in sports, but is a tired and long standing approach to divide us. We won’t let that happen. We stand with the Trans community today and always.”
Governor Kathy Hochul said in a statement, “We’re proud New York has some of the nation’s strongest protections for the LGBTQ+ community and my administration
is committed to enforcing these laws.”
Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti commented, “In recent years, we have seen repeated bigoted attacks on Long Island directed against the LGBTQ community and, luckily, our community has always rallied against it ... Directing vitriol toward children should not and can never be tolerated.”
State Assemblymember Charles Lavine commented, “Many of us know children who don’t fit into Bruce Blakeman’s crude mindset about sexual orientation and gender identity ... Shame on him for attacking those who can’t defend themselves.”
Legislator Arnold Drucker called the order “utterly reprehensible,” adding, “The equal protection of transgender people and other members of the historically marginalized LGBTQ+ community has been enshrined on the books in New York for years.”
feel included and accepted as anybody else. This also has an effect on all students ... policing this requires sometimes intrinsic questions and inspections and things like that, because sometimes it isn’t immediately clear who is, or who isn’t, trans. This really affects the privacy of all students.”
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Goldaper continued, “I’m heartbroken. New York is a place where transgender people have a lot of rights ... but it’s little things like this that cut away at the rights we do have. If I may, I think it’s also very interesting that once again, we find that trans women are particularly targeted by this law for this executive order, because I can’t help but notice that there’s no provision that says that trans boys can’t play in boys sports. And we once again have trans women like myself being treated as second-class citizens compared to even our other transgender peers.”
for her and her family, both before and after her own transition, until that feeling was “shattered” by recent events.
“Blakeman and [Legislator Samantha] Goetz’s press conference was a total repudiation of the humanity of trans people, implying that we are cheaters, liars, and bullies. The message is obvious ... the Nassau County GOP is going full bore on the anti-trans moral panic. And it is nothing but a moral panic.”
“In the decades where trans women have been playing sports with other women, we haven’t dominated, or even generally been that competitive. Contrary to Legislator Goetz’s claims, the biological process of transition serves to nullify the so-called advantages. But even dominant trans athletes don’t deserve these restrictions. We deserve to be accepted for who we are and not treated with scorn.”
Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton commented that Blakeman “has been more interested in self promotion and spending public money on private golf outings, swanky galas and unrelated press conferences - such as [this] focus on legislating little leagues, which has nothing to do with his responsibilities.”
Bobby Hodgson, the New York Civil Liberties Union’s director of LGBTQ rights litigation, called the order “illegal” and “cynical,” adding “Requiring girls who are trans to compete on boys’ teams effectively bars them from sports altogether.”
Rebecca Goldaper, an English teacher at Glen Cove High School and an advisor to the Glen Cove High School Genders and Sexuality Alliance, commented to Anton Media Group, “Obviously, transgender students are a very small percentage of students, but they have as much right to play sports and to be included in a way that makes them
During a public comment session at the Nassau Legislature on the Monday following the rally and the signing of the executive order, several local residents weighed in on or made reference to the order. All spoke against it, all were women, and most were clearly angry or upset.
“What happened to Nassau County?” one woman asked. “This is not how you were raised ... you’re not serving the people of Nassau County. Do your duty!”
Another said that Blakeman was frequently “off fighting culture wars whenever he can get an audience,” and advised legislators to review a particular county statute, which allows for the removal of a county exectutive, before asking, “Does this stuff make you proud?”
Oceanside resident Dawn Tauster spoke calmly but passionately about how Nassau County had felt like a safe, welcoming place
Tauster continued, “And for Blakeman and Goetz to call trans people bullies, the very same week that news broke of the assault on and death of Nex Benedict, a [gender nonconforming] teen in Oklahoma, it’s clear that they want this county to be as hostile and harmful to trans people as any other.”
“After all, if they think I’m a lying, cheating, dangerous bully, what other rights of mine will they seek to take away?”
She concluded, “You will not take my rights without a fight, and that is a fight that you will lose.”
On March 1, New York Attorney General Letitia James followed up on her February 22 statement (which called the order “transphobic” and said her office was exploring its options) by demanding that Blakeman rescind the order. The same day, Blakeman said at a press conference that Nassau County “will abide by the law,” but also that his office believes the order is legal, and that “there may be a controversy with respect to this matter, which may have to be adjudicated sometime in the future.”
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Juli Grey-Owens, executive director of Gender Equality New York, speaks to press during a protest outside the Nassau Legislature on February 22.
Dawn Tauster addressed the Nassau Legislature during a public comment period on February 22.
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hile Saint Patrick’s Day was originally a day of religious observance, services and feasting in honor of Saint Patrick, in the United States it has become a day of secular celebration of Irish culture. Here are a selection of parades across Long Island. (Note: dates and times are subject to change. Double check before making plans.)
SATURDAY MARCH 9, 2024
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @12pm
Starts at the corner of Oneck Lane and Mill Road (at the Middle School)
Bay Shore/Brightwaters
Saint Patrick’s Day Parades Across Long Island
GRAND MARSHAL Patti Ziparo-Dalton
Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm
Parade steps off from Saxon Avenue and Main Street, left on Main Street/Montauk Highway.
GRAND MARSHAL Reverend Seán Gann, Pastor of St. Patrick Church
Cutchogue
18th Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm
The parade will march from the Traffic light at Cox Lane, down Route 25 ending in Cutchogue Village.
GRAND MARSHAL Paul Drum
St James
40th Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade @1pm Parade starts along Woodlawn Ave. to Lake Ave. to the train station.
GRAND MARSHAL Peter Scully
New Hyde Park
3rd Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade @10am Parade route along Jericho Turnpike eastbound from Hillside Blvd to the Fire Headquarters at Terrace Blvd.
GRAND MARSHAL Tony Jackson
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SUNDAY MARCH 10, 2024
Huntington Village
90th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm
The parade starts north of Huntington train station along New York Avenue onto Main Street. The Huntington St. Patrick’s Parade is Long Island’s oldest and largest and features dozens of pipe bands, including some of the metro area’s finest.
GRAND MARSHAL Monsignor Steven Camp
Rocky Point /Miller Place
71st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @1pm
The festivities begin in Miller Place on the corner of 25A and Harrison Avenue. From
there, local fire departments lead the marchers eastward, ending at the corner of Broadway and North Country Road in Rocky Point
GRAND MARSHAL Vincent Worthington
Bayport/Blue Point
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @11am
Parade runs from Montauk Hwy & Snedecor Ave to Montauk Hwy & Blue Point Ave
GRAND MARSHAL Mr. “Ronnie” Devine, Jr.
Center Moriches
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm
Straight down Main Street from Lake Ave to Railroad Ave.
GRAND MARSHAL George Keller
Farmingdale
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm
Parade down Main Street to Northside
Elementary School
GRAND MARSHAL Patrick J Ryder
Get out your green and get your leprechaun on
SATURDAY MARCH 16, 2024
New York City
St. Patrick’s Day Parade @11am
New York City Fifth Ave. from 44th St. to E. 79th St., New York, NY
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GRAND MARSHAL Maggie Timoney
SUNDAY MARCH 17, 2024
Wantagh
4th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm
The largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Long Island will be led by GRAND MARSHAL John Theissen
Patchogue Village
Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade @12pm
The parade starts at the intersection of East Main Street and Route 112 and heads west with the viewing stand located at the intersection of Havens Ave and West Main.
JOINT GRAND MARSHALS Reese’s Owners Matt Lowe and Joe Palmeri
Glen Cove
36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @1pm Parade forms alongside the Finley Middle School, on Forest Ave, north of Dosoris Lane, then down Forest Ave south of Dosoris, down Brewster Street to School Street to Glen Street, ending at St. Patrick’s Church.
GRAND MARSHAL Christine Rice
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SATURDAY MARCH 23, 2024
Am O’Gansett
St Patrick’s Day Parade @12pm
Billed as the “WORLD’S SHORTEST PARADE,” steps off at Mary’s Marvelous and ends at the Stephen Talkhouse on Main Street.
GRAND MARSHALS Sal and Joe LaCarrumbba
Brentwood Annual
St Patrick’s Day Parade @1pm Starts on the corner of Washington Ave/Clark
Street and ends at Ross Park/Brentwood Rd.
GRAND MARSHAL Councilman John C.
Cochrane, Jr.
Rockville Centre
28th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @12pm
Starting Point: The Municipal Parking Lot on North Sunrise Hwy.
GRAND MARSHAL Greg Schaefer
Lindenhurst
3rd Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade @12pm Starts at Fireman’s Mèmorial Park 555 Heling Boulevard. Travels west on Hartford Street to North Wellwood Avenue. Turns south down Wellwood Avenue and end at Lindenhurst
Middle School, 350 South Wellwood Avenue.
GRAND MARSHAL – Kevin J McCaffrey ..............
SUNDAY MARCH 24, 2024
Montauk
62nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Sunday @12pm
The parade runs up Edgemere Street and then turns on to Main Street.
GRAND MARSHAL Steve “Puck” Dolan
Ronkonkoma
34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm
The parade will start on Hawkins Ave. at School Street, head South down Hawkins Ave ending at Thorne Street.
GRAND MARSHAL Greg Plante
Babylon Village
Second St. Patrick’s Day Parade @2pm Deer Park Ave starting at Lily Flanagan’s, heading south to Main Street , West Carll Ave to Locust Ave. ending at the Hibernian Hall.
GRAND MARSHAL Niall Crowe
SATURDAY MARCH 30, 2024
Jamesport
St. Patrick’s Day Parade @1pm Begins at North Railroad and Washington Avenues, and ends at the Jamesport Fire House.
JOINT GRAND MARSHALS Leanne Simonsen and Linda Simonsen
SATURDAY APRIL 6, 2024
Bayside, Queens
7th Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade @1pm Marching down Bell Blvd from 35th Ave. to 42nd Ave.
GRAND MARSHAL Sean Lane
—From Long Island-Nassau/Suffolk St. Patrick’s Day Parades
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I didn’t realize how much I missed seeing birds outside my house until they started to show up a week after I put up a feeder stand in Durham, North Carolina, where I am renting a town house for three months in order to visit my granddaughters. I was wondering after several days whether any birds would show up but I know from experience it may take a few days for birds to realize there are feeders.
When the Eastern bluebirds, Carolina chickadees, house finches and one female purple finch started visiting I was thrilled. I had just returned from 4 days of a bird trip to the North Carolina coast and saw many birds but now having them close by is so enjoyable.
The single feeder station in the photograph has 4 feeders attached. Two have suet-the cage contraption at the top and the other cage hanging. The store-bought suet at the top has red pepper in it to discourage squirrels and raccoons. The hanging suet holder has a cage so only small birds can enter and eat the suet. Therefore that suet doesn’t need to have red pepper. The hanging platform is preferred by some birds. If you use a platform you need a baffle on the pole and you should not have any hanging tree branches that enable squirrels to jump onto the platform. The large hanging feeder is called a
Basics On Bird Feeders
squirrel buster because when a squirrel lands on the ring it closes the feeding ports. Birds are much lighter and when they land on the ring they don’t close the ports. The photo with many feeders also dispenses peanuts.
I recommend one kind of seed in each seed feeder. In the squirrel buster I use black oil sunflower seed with shells in North Carolina but in my yard in Port Washington I use sunflower seeds without shells. That’s because when the shells fall on the ground the surrounding plants will suffer because of something in the shells that inhibits their growth. But in this place in North Carolina there are only dead leaves on the ground around the feeders.
I have a separate feeder station in New York for the platform feeders and I use sunflower seeds with
shells because those feeders are over lawn and I don’t care if the lawn suffers. If you have several kinds of seed in one feeder, the birds push out the seed they don’t want and that can make a mess even with many birds that like to eat seeds on the ground. I see all types of birds eat the sunflower seeds. There are lists on the Internet indicating which birds like which seeds. From experience I find that sunflower seeds attract many different birds. Suet cakes attract many different birds as well.
I usually have a small water fountain going if there is an outdoors outlet. The sound of water also attracts birds. In winter that may be impractical. I once had a small ceramic fountain crack and break from water freezing in cold weather. Near the feeder station it is useful to have small bushes for birds to shelter in case of predators.
There are some people who think birds should not be fed in
warm weather but the parent birds need all the help they can get when feeding young. Another problem could be the spread of disease. Always clean your feeders regularly. Squirrel buster fits in the dishwasher. People have found rats a problem since they are attracted to the seeds. When I see a rat I set out a dish containing cocoa, sugar, water and baking powder. This actually kills rats but doesn’t harm other animals.
If you have any questions contact me at nsaudubonsociety@gmail. com. I will be giving a talk on bird identification and I also talk about feeding stations at the Bryant Library in Roslyn on April 13 at 1 pm.
If you have not done so already, be sure to make plans for the solar eclipse on April 8. Our area will see approximately 90 percent coverage. If you want to view the most complete eclipse, you will need to travel. Accommodations have booked up quickly, including a Delta flight that will carry passengers along a special route for the best viewing. Wherever you decide to view it, use protective eyewear or an eclipse viewer.
March 10 - New Moon. The Moon will be located on the same side of the Earth as the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. This is the best time of the month to observe faint objects such as galaxies and star clusters because there is no moonlight to interfere.
March 19 - March Equinox. The Sun will shine directly on the equator and there will be
nearly equal amounts of day and night throughout the world. This is also the first day of spring (vernal equinox) in the Northern Hemisphere and the first day of fall (autumnal equinox) in the Southern Hemisphere.
March 24 - Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation. The planet Mercury reaches greatest eastern elongation of 18.7 degrees from the Sun. This is the best time to view Mercury since it will be at its highest point above the horizon in the evening sky. Look for the planet low in the western sky just after sunset.
March 25 - Full Moon. The Moon will be located on the opposite side of the Earth as the Sun and its face will be fully illuminated. This full moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Worm Moon because this was
the time of year when the ground would begin to soften and the earthworms would reappear. This moon has also been known as the Crow Moon, the Crust Moon, the Sap Moon, and the Lenten Moon.
March 25 - Penumbral Lunar Eclipse. A penumbral lunar eclipse
occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth’s partial shadow, or penumbra. During this type of eclipse the Moon will darken slightly but not completely. The eclipse will be visible throughout all North America, Mexico, Central America, and South America.
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ALL ABOUT BIRDS
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Peggy Maslow North Shore Audubon Society
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Di erent types of feeders, some with designs meant to discourage squirrels.
Dark-eyed junco, a common backyard feeder bird, and an uncommon purple nch behind it. (Photos by Peggy Maslow)
There once was a woman of humble means who purchased the cheapest crib she could find for her newborn baby. Right behind her in the store aisle was another woman and her mother, who purchased the most expensive crib and stroller the store had to offer. In her heart, the poor woman was jealous and wished she had the money to buy something so beautiful. Until, that is, she got to the register and overheard a conversation between the two of them.
“Do you think the crib we’re buying will fit in the room?” the mother asked her daughter. “I’m not so sure it will. The baby is on oxygen and life support, after all. I don’t know if the crib will fit alongside all those big machines.” When the woman heard this, she said to herself in relief: “Thank our Creator I have a healthy baby! That’s a better gift than the fanciest crib and stroller!”
“You shall not covet your neighbor’s house: you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or male or female slave, or ox or ass, or anything that is your
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Coveting And Its Consequences
neighbor’s.” (Exodus 20:14)
The scripture tells us the story of the ancient Israelites gathering at Mount Sinai to receive the Ten Commandments. These commandments form the moral basis of our world societies ethical system. The tenth commandment, however, raises a difficult issue. This commandment – Thou shall not covet – forbids any kind of envy over who our neighbor is or what our neighbor owns. We shall not covet our neighbor’s home, wife, husband, servants, animals, or anything they possess. Here we find a
commandment that forbids us from even thinking about our desires. One might ask: “Can I even follow this?”
If my neighbor drives up in a brand-new BMW and I look over at my beat-up old Subaru, is it not natural for me to feel a bit of envy? In the Ethics of our Ancestors chapter 4, our Jewish tradition proclaims, “Who is rich? Whoever is happy with their lot.” This is a noble idea, but can we as human implement it?
Some of the biblical commentators’ view that this last commandment is only a warning against inappropriate actions –such as stealing an item that we covet —and not inner feelings. But that doesn’t truly sit well upon reflection because the commandment is speaking about an inner feeling – that of desire. So how can this be reconciled?
Many biblical commentators struggled with reconciling this commandment. One answer that illustrates via a parable was given that just as a simple peasant
would not covet a beautiful princess, as she is far out of his league, so we won’t covet something that is impossible for us to get, since it’s not ours and isn’t available to us. Perhaps we should view this commandment in a positive
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National Safe Digging Month has begun and PSEG Long Island takes the occasion to remind customers, contractors and excavators to always call 811 before digging to ensure underground pipelines, conduits, wires and cables are properly marked out.
Every digging project, even a small project like planting a tree or building a deck, requires a call to 811. It’s the law. The call is free and the mark-out service is free. The call must be made whether the job is being performed by a professional or a do-it-yourselfer. Striking an underground electrical line can cause serious injury and outages, and result in repair costs and fines.
According to Common Ground Alliance, a member-driven association of nearly 1,800 individuals and 250 member companies in every facet of the underground utility industry, 40 percent of active diggers in North America do not call 811 because they think their project is too shallow to require it. All digging projects require a call to 811.
A free call to 811 in the service area automatically connects the caller to the local New York one-call center, which collects information about digging projects. The one-call center then provides the information to the utility companies, which send representatives to mark the locations of nearby underground lines with flags, paint or both. Once lines have been properly marked and confirmation from all of the utility owners is received, projects may proceed as long as caution is used around the marked areas.
• Calling 811 before digging reduces the chances of damaging an underground line to less than one percent.
• Underground gas and electric lines are everywhere, even on private properties. These facilities can be easily damaged if dug into, with the potential to cause serious injuries. Digging into these lines can also disrupt vital utility services, resulting in costly delays, expensive repairs and
environmental or property damage.
• Whether the job is a major home improvement project or something as simple as a fence or mailbox post, a call to 811 must be placed beforehand to determine where it’s safe to dig.
• Call 811 at least two business days before the commencement of each job to have underground pipes, wires and equipment located. Each facility owner must respond by providing the excavator with a positive confirmation indicating that marks are in place where utility lines are buried or that there are no existing facilities in the area of the proposed work. This service is free of charge.
• Be sure to wait until all of the utilities have responded. Don’t dig until lines have been marked or you have received confirmation that the area is clear of facilities.
• Property owners must maintain and respect the marks. Always hand dig within two feet of marked lines to find the existing facilities before using mechanized equipment.
• If gas lines are damaged or there is a gas smell when excavating, call 911 immediately from a safe area. Calling before you dig is more than a good idea−it’s the law. Additional information, including a booklet on safe excavating practices and the protection of underground facilities, can be found on the PSEG Long Island website (www.psegliny.com).
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Choosing A Home Health Care Aide
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Choosing a home health care aide is a critical decision that significantly impacts the quality of life of your loved one requiring care. It involves a thoughtful assessment of needs, preferences, and the qualifications of potential caregivers. This comprehensive guide aims to navigate you through the process, ensuring that you make an informed and compassionate choice that best suits your family’s needs.
Understanding the Need
The first step in choosing a home health care aide is to clearly understand the specific needs of your loved one. These needs can range from basic assistance with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and meal preparation to more specialized medical care, including medication management, wound care, or physical therapy. Consulting with healthcare professionals can help you delineate the level of care required and whether you need a certified nursing assistant (CNA), a licensed practical nurse (LPN), or a registered nurse (RN).
Establishing Criteria
Once you have a clear understanding of the care needs, consider other criteria that are important for your family. This might include the aide’s availability (e.g., live-in, daily visits, overnight stays),
language skills, ability to operate medical equipment, or experience with specific conditions like dementia or mobility issues. Additionally, think about personality traits that would make the caregiver a good fit for your loved one, such as patience, compassion, and a sense of humor.
Researching Options
Research is pivotal in finding a reputable home health care provider. Start by seeking recommendations from friends, family, or healthcare professionals. Online reviews and ratings of local agencies can also provide valuable insights. When contacting agencies, inquire about their hiring processes, training requirements, and how they match caregivers with clients. It’s also important to understand how they handle replacements or emergencies.
Understanding Legal and Financial Obligations
Hiring a home health care aide comes with legal and financial considerations. If hiring through an agency, clarify the costs upfront, including hourly rates, overtime, and any additional fees. Understand the agency’s policy on insurance and liability coverage. If hiring independently, you’ll need to address tax obligations, workers’ compensation, and creating a formal employment agreement. Consulting with a legal or financial advisor can help navigate these complexities.
Checking References and Backgrounds
For each potential aide, request references from previous employment and conduct a thorough background check. This should include verifying certifications and checking for any criminal history. References can provide insights into the caregiver’s reliability, work ethic, and ability to form meaningful connections with those they care for.
Interviewing Candidates
Whether you’re working with an agency or hiring independently, interviewing potential aides is a critical step. Prepare a list of questions that cover their experience, qualifications, and approach to caregiving. Ask scenario-based questions to gauge their problem-solving abilities and compatibility with your loved one’s needs. It’s also beneficial to include your loved one in the process to ensure they feel comfortable and respected in the decision-making.
Communication and Evaluation
Effective communication is the foundation of a successful caregiver relationship. Establish regular check-ins with the aide and your loved one to discuss care plans, changes in health status, and any other concerns. Be open to feedback and willing to adjust care arrangements as needed. Regularly assessing the quality of care and
the satisfaction of your loved one ensures that the home health care aide continues to meet your expectations.
Trial Period
Before making a long-term commitment, consider arranging a trial period. This allows your loved one and the caregiver to adjust to each other and ensures that the aide’s skills and personality are a good fit. Use this time to communicate expectations clearly, establish routines, and address any concerns that arise.
Signs of a Good Match
A good home health care aide not only meets the physical needs of your loved one but also provides emotional support and companionship. Signs of a successful match include noticeable improvements in your loved one’s mood and health, strong communication from the caregiver, and a sense of trust and security in the care provided. Choosing a home health care aide is a deeply personal and significant decision that affects the well-being of your loved one. By thoroughly understanding the care needs, conducting diligent research, and maintaining open lines of communication, you can find a compassionate and competent caregiver. Remember, the right home health care aide can transform the caregiving experience, offering not just assistance, but also dignity, independence, and improved quality of life for your loved one.
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Tick bites are a common concern for individuals spending time in wooded or grassy areas, where ticks are most prevalent. These small, blood-feeding arachnids can transmit various diseases to humans, making it essential to understand the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of tick bites.
Symptoms of Tick Bites
Initially, a tick bite may be hard to notice as ticks are tiny, and their bites are usually painless. The first sign might be a small red spot at the site of the bite, which can occur anywhere on the body. However, not all tick bites lead to disease, and symptoms can vary depending on the type of tick and whether it was carrying pathogens.
When disease transmission occurs, symptoms can appear days to weeks after the bite and might include a rash (one of the first signs of a tick-borne disease), The rash can vary in appearance, notably the bull’s-eye rash associated with Lyme disease. Other symptoms include: fever, chills, aches, pains (headaches, fatigue
Stay Tick-Free Tips for protecting your health
and muscle or joint aches) and swollen lymph nodes.
It’s crucial to monitor for symptoms if you’ve been bitten by a tick or spent time in areas where ticks are common.
Treatment of Tick Bites
The key to treating tick bites is prompt and proper removal of the tick. Use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin’s surface as possible. Pull upward with steady, even pressure, avoiding twisting or jerking the tick, which can cause parts of the tick to break off and remain in the skin. After removal, clean the bite area and your hands with rubbing alcohol, an iodine scrub, or soap and water.
If you develop symptoms after a tick bite, seek medical attention. Treatment
typically involves antibiotics, especially if a tick-borne disease like Lyme disease is suspected or confirmed. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent serious health issues.
Prevention of Tick Bites
Preventing tick bites is the most effective way to avoid tick-borne diseases. Here are key strategies for prevention: Avoid Tick Habitats Whenever possible, stay away from wooded, bushy, or grassy areas. Stick to the center of trails when hiking.
Use Insect Repellent
Apply repellents that contain 20 to 30 percent DEET on exposed skin and clothing. Products containing permethrin can be used on clothing, shoes, and
camping gear.
Wear Protective Clothing
Long-sleeved shirts and long pants tucked into socks or boots can help keep ticks off your skin. Light-colored clothing makes it easier to spot ticks.
Check for Ticks
A fter spending time in tick-infested areas, thoroughly check your body, children, and pets for ticks. Pay special attention to underarms, in and around ears, inside the belly button, backs of knees, in and around hair, between legs, and around the waist.
Shower Soon After Being Outdoors
Showering within two hours of coming indoors can help wash off unattached ticks and provides a good opportunity to do a tick check.
Treat Pets
Use tick treatments on pets, which can be tick carriers into your home. By taking these precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of tick bites and the potential transmission of tickborne diseases. Awareness and proactive measures are key in protecting yourself and your loved ones from the risks associated with ticks.
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Understanding the virus, risks, and preventive measures
epatitis B is a virus that affects the liver and can lead to both acute and chronic disease.
In infected patients, the hepatitis B virus can be found in most body fluids including blood, semen, urine, vaginal secretions, and tears. Contact with these fluids may lead to infection. In the United States, the most common risk factors for hepatitis B are sexual contact and intravenous drug use. Perinatal or transmission from mother to child at time of birth is the most common way of acquiring hepatitis B in the Far East. Hepatitis B is a tremendous problem in China, Taiwan, Korea, and the Philippines with rates of disease approaching ten percent of the total population. This helps to explain the increased prevalence of hepatitis B among Asian populations in the United States.
Common symptoms of hepatitis B include fatigue, malaise, loss of appetite, nausea, joint pains
States, however, approximately five percent of people with acute hepatitis B will develop chronic disease. Approximately 95 percent of people who acquire hepatitis B via the perinatal route will develop chronic hepatitis B.
There is an increased risk of all close contacts of patients with hepatitis B acquiring hepatitis B at home. Therefore, once a patient has been diagnosed with hepatitis B, all household contacts must be tested for the infection. If not previously exposed or vaccinated, these contacts should receive vaccination against the hepatitis B virus.
hepatitis B.
Treatment is not recommended for the majority of acute hepatitis B infections. Most patients do not require admission to a hospital. Jaundice, although cosmetically concerning, is not life threatening. If vomiting, confusion or easy bruising develops, patients should call their doctors immediately. On rare occasions, acute hepatitis may be severe enough to require emergent liver transplantation.
and abdominal pain. People with hepatitis B may develop jaundice or yellowing of the skin, lowgrade fevers and/or rash. After exposure, the incubation period for hepatitis B is two weeks to three months. The vast majority of people who acquire hepatitis B will get over the disease and have no long-term effects. In the United
Hepatitis B is diagnosed by evaluating specific antibodies and antigens in the blood. A positive hepatitis B surface antigen is diagnostic of hepatitis B infection. Many patients are confused and concerned when their blood tests reveal a positive hepatitis B surface antibody. This simply means past infection or previous vaccination. It does not mean that the person has
Treatment is available for chronic hepatitis B. Hepatitis B can be controlled with these treatments but hepatitis B cannot be cured. Patients with chronic hepatitis B are at risks for developing liver cancer and cirrhosis and should be screened at regular intervals for these complications.
Hepatitis B vaccine is available for all age groups. The hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all infants, all children, or adolescents younger than 19 years of age who have not been vaccinated, all adults
aged 19 through 59 years, and adults
aged 60 years or older with risk factors for hepatitis B infection.
David Bernstein, MD, MACG, FAASLD, AGAF, FACP, is a professor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and the director of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Ambulatory NetworkLong Island for NYU Langone Health.
Diabetics Should Heed FDA’s Smart Device Warning
consequences. If left untreated, very high or very low blood sugar can be extremely dangerous and cause severe complications, even coma and death.”
The FDA warned recently diabetes patients not to use smartwatches or smart rings to measure their blood glucose levels. Now, obesity medicine expert Eleanor Yusupov, D.O., assistant professor at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) in Old Westbury, is sharing insight for these patients.
Instead, she advises patients with diabetes to use continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices, which are approved by the FDA and provide accurate information on how a patient’s body reacts to diabetes medications and foods eaten. Depending on the specific CGM device used, physicians may even program it to set off an alarm when blood sugar is dangerously high or low.
While many of these devices are marketed as noninvasive solutions, allowing users to measure their blood glucose levels without pricking the skin, Yusupov notes that the FDA has not authorized, cleared, or approved any noninvasive smartwatch or smart ring for the measurement of glucose. What’s more, relying on these devices could have life-threatening consequences.
“It is very concerning that patients may be misled by the marketing claims and rely on smartwatches or smart rings that do not accurately measure blood glucose,” said Yusupov. “Using devices that are not approved by the FDA may lead to serious health
“Your doctor can recommend and prescribe a continuous glucose monitoring device that automatically checks your sugar and sends the result to your smartphone or a smartwatch. Most patients prefer this modern technology, which uses a tiny sensor placed in the arm, to traditional glucose meters that require pricking your finger,” she said.
—Submitted by New York Institute of Technology. Yusupov practices primary care at NYITCOM’s healthcare centers in Old Westbury and Central Islip.
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The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization synonymous with disaster relief, blood donation, and emergency response, has a rich history and a profound impact on American society. Founded by Clara Barton in 1881, the organization has played a crucial role in times of crisis and has become a symbol of compassion, volunteerism, and community service.
History of the American Red Cross
The origins of the American Red Cross trace back to the efforts of Clara Barton, a pioneering nurse, and humanitarian. Inspired by the Red Cross movement she encountered while visiting Europe, Barton advocated for the establishment of a similar organization in the United States. In 1881, she founded the American Red Cross in Washington, D.C., with a primary mission to provide aid to those affected by disasters and conflicts.
The organization’s early years were marked by its involvement in disaster response, including the Johnstown Flood in 1889 and the Spanish-American War in 1898. The American Red Cross also played a pivotal role in supporting the military during World War I, providing medical assistance, organizing blood donation drives, and offering services to prisoners of war.
Humanitarian Services and Blood Donation
The American Red Cross expanded its scope of services during the 20th century, evolving to address a broader range of humanitarian needs. One of its key contributions has been in the field of blood donation and transfusion. The organization established a national blood program in the 1940s, providing a reliable and critical supply of blood and blood products for medical treatments and emergencies.
Over the years, the American Red Cross has been at the forefront of disaster response, aiding communities affected by hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, and other natural disasters. Their trained volunteers and extensive network of resources enable them to provide emergency shelter, food, and supplies to those in need.
response and mobilization of resources help affected communities cope with the immediate aftermath and embark on the path to recovery.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Red Cross adapted its services to meet the evolving needs of the population. This included the continuation of blood donation drives, providing support to healthcare facilities, and offering virtual assistance to individuals and families affected by the pandemic.
in nearly every country, collectively works to alleviate human suffering during times of crisis. The American Red Cross has been actively involved in international humanitarian efforts, providing aid and support in response to conflicts, epidemics, and natural disasters around the world.
Volunteerism and Community Engagement
Relevance in Times of Crisis
The American Red Cross continues to be a beacon of hope and support during times of crisis. Its relevance is particularly evident during large-scale disasters such as hurricanes, wildfires, and public health emergencies. The organization’s swift
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Education and Preparedness
Beyond disaster response, the American Red Cross places a strong emphasis on education and preparedness. The organization offers a wide range of training programs, including CPR and first aid courses, lifeguard training, and disaster preparedness initiatives. By empowering individuals with life-saving skills and knowledge, the American Red Cross aims to create resilient and prepared communities.
Global Impact
While rooted in the United States, the American Red Cross is part of the larger International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. This global network, operating
A cornerstone of the American Red Cross is its reliance on volunteers. The organization mobilizes a vast network of dedicated individuals who contribute their time, skills, and compassion to support the mission. Volunteer blood donors, disaster responders, health and safety instructors, and countless others play a vital role in the American Red Cross’s ability to fulfill its humanitarian mandate.
The American Red Cross stands as a testament to the power of humanitarianism and community service. Its history is intertwined with the nation’s response to crises, and its relevance endures through its diverse array of services, from disaster response to blood donation, education, and international aid. As a symbol of hope and assistance, the American Red Cross continues to make a significant impact, embodying the spirit of compassion and resilience in the face of adversity.
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John L. Gomes, MD, founded Women’s Health Care of Garden City in 1995. It has remained an independent, private practice providing personalized obstetrical and gynecological services.
He employs the technical advances of conventional medicine with an integrative approach to navigate women through dif cult pregnancies into the menopausal years. He treats a wide variety of OB/ GYN conditions and is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.
He is committed to excellence in patient communication, education and support as many patients come with anxiety associated with past experiences and future concerns.
Dr. Gomes received his undergraduate degree from Brown University and his Doctor of Medicine from Columbia University. He is both Board Certi ed and a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
All tests are conveniently done on the premises and a dedicated, compassionate staff is on call 24/7.
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NIFA DOING ITS JOB REGARDING NHCC
A recent op-ed by Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips highlighted financial struggles of the Nassau Health Care Corporation (NHCC) but unfortunately skimped on the historical record and falsely represented the actual relationship among NHCC, Nassau County (County) and New York State (State). Ms. Phillips hid from the reader her failure to examine and investigate NHCC’s finances and operations. Instead of owning up to her dereliction of duty, Ms. Phillips tried to deflect blame by irresponsibly attacking the Nassau County Interim Finance Authority (NIFA) for taking necessary and appropriate actions to determine NHCC’s financial status and outlook—the job she has simply ignored—and by mischaracterizing NIFA’s role in fixing NHCC’s finances.
To understand NHCC’s current problems, Ms. Phillips should have reminded the reader that the County agreed to provide NHCC with millions of dollars in annual subsidies when it transferred its hospital and other health care assets to NHCC in 1999 and once understood its stake in supporting NHCC. In addition to annual subsidies, the County gave NHCC approximately $116 million in proceeds from its 2006 tobacco bonds, refunding for NHCC’s capital and other needs. The fact that then- County Executive Edward Mangano ended the annual subsidies (due to the County’s fiscal problems during his administration) does not erase the historical record.
Rather than urge the administration to restore the County subsidy, Ms. Phillips chose instead to demand special funding from Albany. Surely she must know that the federal and State reimbursement mechanisms for all hospitals have changed, and NHCC has spent down its temporary transitional funding without effectuating the requisite reforms. It does Ms. Phillips no credit to pretend that the 1999 transaction severed all connection between NHCC and the County, yet somehow requires the State to address NHCC’s deficits a quarter century later. In fact, NHCC’s governing statute explicitly empowers the County to provide money to NHCC. She correctly points to “a moral and ethical obligation” to continue
services at the hospital, but points in the wrong direction.
Despite her responsibility as the County’s chief fiscal watchdog, County Comptroller Phillips also seems strangely uninterested in discovering the reasons NHCC has struggled to stay in business. Previous County Comptrollers took this oversight seriously and reviewed or examined NHCC, but not Comptroller Phillips. Why not?
Partly due to this oversight vacuum, NIFA retained an outside expert to review NHCC’s cash flow projections pursuant to its limited statutory mandate to oversee NHCC as a covered organization in an attempt to help NHCC avert a cash crisis that could severely impact services to the County’s most vulnerable residents. In furtherance of this objective, NIFA helped to facilitate the successful recent effort to ensure that the State made $50 million in transfer payments to NHCC as quickly as possible. NIFA has no authority, though, to make management and operational decisions that properly reside with the elected and appointed leaders of the County and NHCC, respectively. As such, Ms. Phillips should think again before criticizing NIFA for doing its job while she sidesteps hers.
Ms. Phillips repeats in her editorial her baseless claim that NIFA has not properly determined the basis for maintaining the current control period. Doing so does a disservice to County taxpayers who rightly understand that NIFA has a statutory responsibility to review the County’s budgetary results and decrease the likelihood of budgetary deficits going forward. Ms. Phillips also does not inform the reader that NIFA’s multi-year plan projections typically have not been drastically dissimilar to those of the Comptroller’s office and other fiscal monitors after accounting for various assumptions or methodological differences.
NHCC’s continued viability concerns all of us. It’s past time for the Comptroller to stop finger pointing and to start working cooperatively on solutions to NHCC’s present, but long-in-the-making, fiscal problems.
—Richard Kessel, Chairman, Nassau Interim Finance Authority
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by Joan Chittister
Your writer was grateful to find author Chittister’s book, subtitled “ Growing Old Gracefully ”, written by her at age seventy, the same age your writer turns this year.
Inevitably, we come to see things differently as we age. In “The Gift of Years ” these changes in the “ capstone years ” as she calls them, present the gift of becoming more fully alive than ever. Cicero notes that old age is richer in reflection, force of character and judgement. The maturity and mellowing of character allows the older generation to provide a behavioral model for younger generations showing them the way to a fullness of life.
Seneca said these years abound with pleasure if we know how to use them. Free of obligations and deadlines, there is freshness in these years. Understanding, enjoyment and love of life all increase, allowing for deeper, richer and more important experiences. The world looks different -- more to be treasured, explored and enjoyed. A certain serenity sets in.
Chittister writes “ But we are here to depart from this world as finished as we can possibly become. Old age is...exactly the time to grow in new ways [making] sense out of all the growing we have already done. It is the softening season when everything in us is meant to achieve its sweetest, richest, most unique self ”.
Chittister calls it a damping-down time of life where anger, jealousy, envy, and pride subside to awaken another whole level of life. “ As Agatha Christie put it, we ‘bloom’ as we grow. New abilities emerge, new insights arise. New vision is possible. ”
A certain urgency and intensity in living sets in as we become aware of the presence of time. With forty short chapters on subjects such as Regret, Joy, Possibility, Letting Go, Success, Wisdom, Time and Appreciation, “ The Gift of Years ” provides an indispensable guide to aging well.
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Girl Scouts across Nassau County visited the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research at Northwell Health in Manhasset to celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The program featured a tour of the facility and an inspiring talk from the all-women research group called: Advancing Women in Science and Medicine (AWSM—pronounced “awesome”). Forty Girl Scouts participated in the event, getting the chance to see lab demonstrations, take part in open discussion with faculty, and hear about the experiences of women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers.
“Introducing Girl Scouts to career paths in STEM fields is an important part of what we do at Girl Scouts of Nassau County. There are so many different career options for girls, so we thank Northwell Health for inviting them in and speaking about the possibilities that are open to them,” said Rande Bynum, the chief executive officer of Girl Scouts of Nassau County. “Our mission is building girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. The incredible women that shared their stories and showed the girls the strides in medical research they work on was
inspiring and helped move our mission forward.”
This program was made possible through a partnership between the Girl Scouts of
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The Girl Scouts of Nassau County paid a visit to the Feinstein Institutes to mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
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programs in basic, translational, and clinical research and its initiatives to empower the next generation of women in science.
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and Dr. Shih-Shih Chen, led the Girl Scouts throughout the Feinstein Institutes facility, bringing them into three different lab demonstrations to explore different areas of medical research. The Feinstein Institutes has a team of 5,000 members who seek out discoveries involving the treatment of various illnesses, such as lupus, sepsis, cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
“Empowering young women to pursue STEM means that we can tap into their curiosity and creativity to make a brighter future for all of us,” said Dr. Sunny Tang, an assistant professor in the Institute of Behavior Science at the Feinstein Institutes and co-president of AWSM. “Having the Girl Scouts visit our labs and hear our stories will hopefully inspire them to excel in the fields of science and research.”
For more information about Girl Scouts of Nassau County and the career development opportunities it offers, visit gsnc.org.
—Submitted by Girl Scouts of Nassau County
The scientists guided the 40 girls through various laboratories, providing hands-on demonstrations and exploring different areas of medical research.
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Annual Community Supported Agriculture Fair On March 9
Come support local agriculture at the Long Island CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Fair and find the program that’s right for you. Once again, iEat Green, along with Slow Food North Shore, NOFA-NY, and Deep Roots Farmers Market are organizing a CSA Fair for the Long Island Community. We all know a strong immune system is our best bet to staying healthy, and we can do that by eating well. Joining a CSA is one way to support that effort.
The time to sign up for a share in a Community Supported Agricultural program is now. To help consumers compare the different CSA programs, NOFA-NY (Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York), Slow Food North Shore, Deep Roots Farmers Market, and iEat Green are bringing all of the farmers under one roof, to meet with potential customers and to make connections at the Long Island CSA Fair on Saturday, March 9th. This will be an indoor event.
Over 20 farms from across Long Island will be participating. This will be a great opportunity to meet the farmer, and to learn more about each individual CSA
they need it. Some programs offer payment plans so you do not need to pay all up front. Either way, CSAs are one of the best ways to get fresh organic produce at fair prices. We all know that eating more fruits and vegetables, and supporting local, sustainable agriculture, is great for your health, the planet, and our local economy.
The CSA fair will be hosted indoors, at the Sisters of St. Joseph Farm, 1725 Brentwood Road, in Building #2, Brentwood, Long Island, from 11:00am3:00pm on Saturday, March 9th , The fair is free and open to all who are interested. You can come for a few minutes, or stay for the whole time. There will be cooking demonstrations throughout the day, and delicious vegan, vegetarian and gluten free foods will be available for purchase.
program, allowing the consumer to choose the perfect program that suits their family’s needs. Some programs offer just produce, while others have “add on” options like fruit, flowers, cheese, bread, eggs, meat and
the harvest and paying up front, giving the farmer the financial support at the beginning of the season when
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Long Island Pols, Officials: Pump the Brakes On NYS’s School Bus Mandate
On February 25, New York State Senators, Assembly members, fire safety, and school officials joined together to “Pump the Brakes” on New York State’s fast-paced electric school bus mandate to ensure its feasibility and affordability for all communities. The impending 2027 statewide electric school bus mandate raises concerns about financial strain on school districts and taxpayers as well as safety concerns.
New York’s 2022-23 budget set a mandate requiring all new buses sold in the state to be zero-emission by 2027 and all buses on the road be zero-emission by 2035. While the group applauded efforts to reduce emissions and create a cleaner environment for our children, they raised concern that the current approach is flawed and lacks the necessary consideration for the potential consequences. A new, full-size electric bus costs $400,000 - $450,000 - triple the price of a conventional bus which is approximately $130,000. With 45,000 school buses in the state, full conversion by 2035 will cost
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This school bus mandate is happening at the same time the Governor has proposed to change the foundation aid formula and the hold harmless provision, which would reduce statewide school aid by an additional $412 million. In a proposed budget that grows $5.9 billion in state operating funds for a grand total of $233 billion there are a lot of places that could have been cut or not added in the first place. Changing the foundation aid formula and promoting a statewide bus electrification mandate with an unrealistic timeline - at the same time - is yet another poor policy decision out of Albany that will have negative impacts on our schools and their fiscal stability.
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WORD FIND
HOROSCOPES By
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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 16 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.
ARIES (March 21-April 19). If this were a journey through a landscape, this would be the rocky part, which is actually much easier to cross than soft, mushy stu that would have you slipping and sliding. Here, the work is hard, but your feet can nd purchase, and every step brings you closer to your destination.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). ose who know the rules and break them amaze you. ose who don’t even realize there are rules, less so. You might go so far as to wake them up with the information: ere are always rules. As for you, it’s a week of strategy. You’ll follow and bend; you’ll break judiciously.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). As much as you love smart people and intelligent interactions, you also recognize, in the full range of communication, that too many high-minded exchanges can get exhausting. You’ll recognize points in the week when the scene can be elevated with informality. Connections happen when everyone is relaxed and not thinking too hard.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). e main reason to be mellow and patient now is not that it will make another person’s experience more positive (though it will). It’s because you’ll feel wonderfully in control of your own behavior, and you’ll own the con dence that comes with that.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). ough you’re endowed with many talents that can be applied to making your part of the world a more pleasing place to move through, there is one gift that stands out from the rest: your gift for making people feel special. With your sharp mind and creativity, you’ve elevated much, but friendships are your greatest work of art.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Before you step out of your comfort zone, you’ll assess the risks and bene ts. You’ll consider possible outcomes with the aim of making an informed decision. en you’ll do what you wanted to do in the rst place because your desire is far more compelling and exciting than the intellectual processes included in “due diligence.”
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’re not out to win the Nobel Prize, but you’d like to leave things better than you found them. You’re on the right track with your simple strategy: determine the next right move and do it. For most of the week, it will be unclear what the right move is. Fear not -- your best is all you can do, and it will de nitely be enough.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). When you see others struggle, you act immediately to remedy. And when it’s you who is struggling, don’t hesitate to ask for and accept assistance. You wouldn’t want to rob anyone of their chance to help. Helper’s hearts need workouts to stay vital and healthy. Well-being will be on the upswing.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It’s not that you’re more than your body, rather it’s that you’re something else entirely. You animate your body and use it to get to new environments. You care for it, demand things of it and enjoy it, too, all the while realizing it’s your vehicle, not your being. e distinction will be meaningful this week.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). In the same way a whisper can speak louder than a shout, turning things down will amplify them. is week features fewer appointments in which more is accomplished. Budget cuts give you more to invest. By editing you grow in style, impact and energy. e only thing not to edit is relationships. Go full on and all in.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll have the opportunity to serve some justice. While it would certainly rectify a balance, it might not be worth your time and energy. Where is your e ort going to forward your goals? “In taking revenge, a man is but even with his enemy; but in passing it over, he is superior.” --
Sir Francis Bacon
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Planning is a pleasure because it invites you to bring your fantastic imagination to the party. e bright ideas are owing. Sure, they will be more ambitious than you might be able to reasonably execute, but that’s what makes them so exciting. And even if you get halfway there, you’ll be much further along than you would have been without a plan.
THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS
A stressor is lifted, and the subsequent relief will open you to a cascade of good fortune, starting with your personal life. Your work crosses into altruistic territory, a ording you the opportunity to live your values and apply your principles toward a positive impact. More highlights: You’ll establish a new practice that gives you a useful philosophy and empowering outlook. Years of having your nger on the pulse of a special interest will pay o . You’ll participate in dazzling social events.
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Countries and cities
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WORD FIND
Alaska
Andorra
This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction but always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have completed the puzzle, there will be 16 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.
Countries and cities
Solution: 16 Letters
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Antarctica
Armenia
Bali
Belize
Canada
Chad
Crete
Cuba
Devon
Dili
Doha
Fiji Harare
Honduras India
Iran
Italy Japan
Kenya
Alaska Andorra Antarctica Armenia Bali Belize Canada
Lima Madrid Malta
Mexico
Doha Fiji Harare Honduras India
Minsk
New York
Oamaru
Oman
Lima Madrid Malta Mexico Minsk New York
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Prague Riga
Rome Russia
Seoul Spain Taiwan
Togo
Kiev Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Chad Crete Cuba Devon Dili
Iran Italy Japan Kenya
Onslow
Kiev Kyrgyzstan Laos
Peru Port Moresby
Oamaru Oman Onslow Peru Port Moresby
Prague Riga Rome Russia Seoul Spain
Tonga
Taiwan Togo
Vanuatu
Tonga
Vienna Wales
Vanuatu Vienna Wales
Solution: Our diverse planet
Solution: Our diverse planet
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trates the kind of challenge a defender can encounter. South is in four spades, and West leads the deuce of diamonds. East wins dummy’s king with the ace and must decide what to do next.
The winning return is the four of trump, after which declarer must go down; with any other return, declarer gets home safely. More importantly, East should work out that the low trump return at trick two offers virtually the only chance to defeat the contract.
East should reason that West’s deuce-of-diamonds lead, presumably fourth-best, marks declarer with three diamonds, all of which are losers. East also knows from the bidding that South must have both missing aces as well as the king of spades. So, it would be futile for him to play the ace and another spade to try to stop a diamond ruff in dummy. Indeed, declarer would make the rest of the tricks against that defense.
this deal, which illus-
Only by maintaining control of the trump suit can East hope to stop the contract. He can’t be absolutely certain that the low trump return will do the job, but he should conclude that it offers the only realistic chance to score three diamond tricks and put the contract down one.
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efendant s . ursuant to a udgment of oreclosure and ale duly entered on pril and an Order ppointing uccessor eferee duly en tered on anuary the undersigned eferee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the assau County u preme Court upreme Court rive ineola on pril at : p.m. premises known as ugar aple rive oslyn . ll that certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements thereon erect ed situate lying and being at erricks Town of orth empstead County of as sau and tate of ew ork ection lock and ot . ppro imate amount of udgment is . plus interest and costs. rem ises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed udgment nde . This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse rain or shine. COV safety proto cols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. f proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns the Court ppointed eferee will cancel the sale.
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Town of North Hempstead Board of Zoning Appeals
Pursuant to the provisions of the Code of the Town of North Hempstead, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Zoning Appeals of said Town will meet at Town Hall, 220 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New York, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 to consider any matters that may properly be heard by said Board, and will hold a public hearing on said date to consider applications and appeals.
The following cases will be called at said public hearing starting at 10:00am.
APPEAL #21526 Greenvale Realty Holdings, LLC; Glen Cove Rd., Greenvale; Section 7, Block D, Lot 242; Zoned: Business-B Variances from 70103(A)(1) 70-103(F)(1) to legalize additions to a commercial structure with not enough parking and not enough loading zones. Plans are available for public viewing at https://northhempsteadny.gov/bzs. Persons interested in viewing the f fi e may do so by any time before the scheduled hearing by contacting the BZA department via e-mail at BZAdept@northhempsteadny.gov. Additionally, the public may view the live stream of this meeting at https:// northhempsteadny.gov/ townboardlive.
ny member of the public is able to attend and participate in a hearing by appear ing on the scheduled date and time. Comments are limited to minutes per speaker. ritten comments are accept ed by email up to minutes prior to the hearing. Timely comment submissions will be made part of the record.
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Trustee year term : Candidate arshall ernstein ool rive oslyn
Trustee year term : Candidate Craig estergard orthern lvd oslyn
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AVISO LEGAL PUEBLO INCORPORADO DE ROSLYN
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ELECCIÓN DEL PUEBLO
T C T ue de conformidad con la ec ci n de la ey de lecciones The ncorporated Village of oslyn celebrar una elecci n el martes de mar o de de las del mediod a a las de la noche en el al n Comunitario a than tern oslyn Village all Old orthern ou levard oslyn para las siguientes oficinas: iduciario mandato de a os : Candidato arshall ernstein ool rive oslyn
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that the oard of Trustees of the ncorporated Village of oslyn will conduct a ublic earing on Tuesday arch at : p.m. at the Village all Old orth ern oulevard oslyn ew ork or at some other location to be hereafter desig nated by the oard of Trust ees in order to receive public comment upon the following:
Application #2301 ichard and milie ippman airview venue oslyn
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Application for construction of new family room and kitchen along with e tensive rear yard grading landscap ing in ground swimming pool patios and retaining walls. pplicant is seeking approval from the oard of Trustees for hillside protec tion compliance.
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Application for construction of a new in ground swimming pool deck terrace at grade and outdoor barbe ue fenc ing bolder retaining walls and driveway e pansion. p plicant is seeking approval from the oard of Trustees for hillside protection com pliance.
Application #2402 atthew rince c o Vienna Restaurant ailroad venue oslyn
ec lock ot pplication to enclose a s . ft. on grade patio with a steel frame vinyl roof and walls tent like structure. p plicant is seeking approval from the oard of Trustees for special use.
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O O T OT C ue de acuerdo con la ecci n de la ey lectoral se celebrar n las elecciones generales de la villa en la ncorporated Village of ast ills ew ork el martes de mar o de en el Village all arbor ill oad ast ills ew ork entre las : a. m. y las : p. m. a los fines de elegir dos ideico misarios cada cargo con un mandato de cuatro a os. dem s los nombres y las direcciones de todos los candidatos ue hayan sido nominados son los siguientes:
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Trustee Two year term : Claire orfman lower ill arty Chestnut oad anhasset
Trustee Two year term : ary ewandowski lower ill arty artmouth oad anhasset
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Black History Month Celebration At “Yes We Can” Community Center
Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and Councilmember Robert Troiano recently attended a Black History Month Celebration hosted at the Town’s “Yes We Can” Community Center on Thursday, Feb. 15. Members of the “Yes We Can” Community Center After-School and Teen programs read quotes, poems, sang and danced to celebrate African American historical figures with a focus on pioneers from the arts and music industry.
The theme of this year’s event was “African Americans and the Arts.” Students celebrated the works of Dr. Martin Luther
Black History Month Celebration performance
King, Maya Angelou and Langston Hughes, among others.
—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead
Assessment Review Commission Grievance Filing Period Has Been Extended
Town of North Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Mary Jo Collins is pleased to announce that the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) has extended the period to file a grievance for the 2025/2026 tax year to March 18, 2024.
To grieve your Assessed Value, you must file an AR1 form with the Assessment Review Commission. You can file the AR1 online using AROW (Assessment Review on the Web) at https://www.nassaucountyny. gov/1510/assessment-review-commission, or you can mail a paper version to the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission at 240 Old Country Road, 5th
Floor, Mineola, NY 11501. If mailing the AR1 application, we recommend that you make copies for yourself and mail it Return Receipt requested. You may also deliver your AR1 application in person to the Assessment Review Commission.
If you need any additional information on grieving your assessment, you can call the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission at 516-571-3214. For general tax questions, you can contact my office either via email tax@northhempsteadny.gov or (516) 869-7800.
—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead
North Hempstead Helps Residents Create Pollinator Habitat
Last year, the Town of North Hempstead ran two programs to assist residents in installing native pollinator habitats in their landscapes. The Town’s Native Plant Trial Garden and the Native Plant Residential Rebate Program provided resources, funding and education on native plants. These plants provide food, shelter and nesting resources for a variety of wildlife species, including pollinators and other beneficial insects, birds and small mammals. The plants are especially important for the declining migratory monarch butterfly.
With funding from the Nassau County Soil and Water Conservation District, the Native Plant Rebate Program succeeded in creating almost 70 new native plant gardens throughout the Town over the past three years. Not only do these gardens provide habitat for wildlife, but they also look beautiful, with photos of the many residential gardens created through this program showcased on a new Town webpage at northhempsteadny.gov/rebategardens. The page shows the transformation of these sites before and after planting to give other residents inspiration for putting in native plants to see what their own gardens could look like.
Botanic Gardens’ community garden area. It contains uncommon native plant species that provide resources for pollinators and other wildlife species. The plants are assessed for 2-3 years for floral display, size and form, pest and disease resistance, and pollinator visitation - this will determine where they can best be planted on Town properties, and which plants to recommend to community members. After one year of surveillance, preliminary results show that plants like common boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum), hoary mountain mint (Pycnanthemum incanum), narrow leaf evening primrose (Oenothera fruticosa), and Eastern beebalm (Monarda bradburiana) would all make great choices for a small residential garden, as they remained upright and neat while attracting many pollinators (see photos). The first three plants also had very long bloom times, at 2-4 months.
The Town’s Native Plant Trial Garden was planted in Fall 2022 within Clark
Stay tuned for more results as monitoring gets back underway this spring.
Winter is the perfect time to start planning a new native plant garden. For inspiration, please visit northhempsteadny.gov/np to view gardens created by residents through the Town’s Native Plant Rebate Program and resources to learn more about native plants including those in the Town’s native plant trial garden.
—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead
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Councilmember Robert Troiano, “Yes We Can” Community Center Executive Director Tyronza Murray, and Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena celebrating Black History Month with members of the community center’s After-School and Teen programs. (Contributed photos)
Narrow leaf evening primroseEastern beebalm (Contributed photos)
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SCHOOL NEWS
ROSLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK FAIR
In partnership with the PFA, Roslyn Middle School recently hosted their Scholastic Book Fair. Students participated in a variety of reading activities prior to the fair, including advanced reader copies of books and a highly competitive bookmark design contest. Sixth-grade teacher Ms. Cirringione said, “The students were so excited about reading! When we returned to the classroom, they begged to be allowed to read because they didn’t want to wait until they got home.”
—Submitted by Cynthia Younker for the Roslyn School District
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR 2024 SPRING ADULT EDUCATION
THE WHEATLEY SCHOOL STUDENTS ZOOM WITH PEERS IN SPAIN
The Wheatley School students had a meaningful cultural experience with eighth-graders from the San Alberto Magnus School in Alicante, Spain, when they connected with them over Zoom. The virtual meeting, which was organized by Spanish teacher Mary Martinez, was aimed at providing an authentic learning experience for the students.
The students shared a project on cultural holidays, completed a FlipGrid and enjoyed interacting with their Spanish counterparts. The experience
Registration for the 2024 Spring Adult Education Program is now open to all residents of the Roslyn, Herricks, and East Williston school districts. Daytime courses will be virtual and most evening classes will be in person. Classes begin the first week of March. New classes this spring include: Passport: Travel to Japan to help you plan for a trip to Japan, Roslyn Rhapsody Glee Club for those who enjoy singing, a Drawing class as well as an Intermediate Jewelry Making class. Catalogs have been mailed to the community and are available online at www.roslynschools.org under the Community/Adult Education tab. Registration is by mail, fax or online only. There is no in-person or phone registration. For additional information, please call the Adult Education office at (516) 801-5091.
—Submitted by Cynthia Younker for the Roslyn School District
allowed them to practice speaking Spanish in an authentic context, which is an important aspect of language acquisition.
—Submitted by the East Williston Union Free School District
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vious meetings, if any, may be acted upon by the Board of Trustees. At the aforesaid time and place, all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard.
By Order of the Board of Trustees Inc. Village of Roslyn Annemarie Stutzmann Village Clerk/Treasurer
Dated: February 29, 2024 3-6-2024-1T-#246390-ROS
LEGAL NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ROSLYN HARBOR PLANNING BOARD
PUBLIC NOTICE
A public hearing will be held by and before the Planning Board of the Incorporated Village of Roslyn Harbor, Nassau County, New York, at the Village Hall – 500 Motts Cove Road South in the Village on March 21, 2024 at 6:00 P.M.
The Planning Board hearing will be on the application of David Nassim, owner of a parcel of land located at 60 Harbor Lane in the Village, designated as Section 20, Block 96, Lot 10 on the Land and Tax Map of Nassau County. The Applicant seeks site plan approval and approval to permit construction within a regulated slopeland from the Planning Board to permit the construction of a
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ROSLYN HARBOR GENERAL ELECTION
Notice is hereby given that the general election of the Incorporated Village of Roslyn Harbor, Nassau County, New York, will be held at the Roslyn Harbor Village Hall, 500 Motts Cove Road South in said Village, on Tuesday, March 19, 2024; that the hours of opening and closing the polls thereof shall be 12:00 Noon and 9:00 P.M., respectively, and that during such period of nine consecutive hours, the polls shall be kept open for the purpose of choosing and electing candidates for the offices listed below. The names and addresses of all those who have been duly nominated in accordance with the provisions of the Election Law for the Village office whose petition of nomination has been filed with the Village Clerk and the office and term of such office for which they have been so nominated are as follows:
Office and Term
Party Name and Address of Nominees
Mayor for a four year termBetter Roslyn HarborSandy K. Quentzel 35 Lorraine Court Roslyn Harbor, NY
Trustee for a four year termBetter Roslyn HarborJasun Fiorentino 5 Mary Lane Greenvale, NY 11548
Trustee for a four year termBetter Roslyn HarborJoshua Kopelowitz 30 Post Drive Roslyn Harbor, NY 11576
Dated: March 6, 2024
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PUEBLO INCORPORADO DE ROSLYN HARBOR
ELECCIÓN GENERAL DE PUEBLO 2024
AVISO SE DA QUE la elección general del Village of Roslyn Harbor se llevará a cabo el 19 de Marzo, 2024 en Village Hall, 500 Motts Cove Road South, Roslyn Harbor, Nueva York. Las urnas abrirán al mediodía y permanecerán abiertas de forma continuada hasta las 21.m horas, momento en el que cerrarán.
Fideicomisario (cuatro (4) anos):Sandy K. Quentzel Roslyn Harbor Party 35 Lorraine Court Roslyn Harbor, NY 11791
Fideicomisario (cuatro (4) anos):Jasun Fiorentino Roslyn Harbor Party 5 Mary Lane Greenvale, NY 11548
Fideicomisario (cuatro (4) anos):Joshua Kopelowitz Roslyn Harbor Party 30 Post Drive Roslyn Harbor, NY 11576
Marla Wolfson
Empleada del pueblo Director del Elecciones
6 de Marzo, 2024
Marla Wolfson Village Clerk
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Cabana, Pool, and Patio and other associated hardscaping and site improvements within a regulated slopeland, all as shown on the site plan entitled “Site Plan...” prepared by Northcoast Civil, L.S. & C.E.
The above application is on file at the Office of the Village Clerk, 500 Motts Cove Road South, Roslyn Harbor, NY, where it may be seen Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00AM and 2:00PM
until the time of the meeting. If any individual requires special assistance to attend, please notify the Village Clerk at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
March 6, 2024
By Order of the Planning Board
Marla Wolfson, Village Clerk/Treasurer
March 6, 2024
3-6-2024-1T-#246438-ROS
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF ROSLYN HARBOR
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before and by the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Roslyn Harbor, Nassau County, New York, at the Roslyn Harbor Village Hall, 500 Motts Cove Road South in said Village on Wednesday, March 20, 2024
at 6:30 pm. The hearing will be on the proposed 2024/25 budget of estimated expenses and revenues for the Village’s fiscal year commencing 6/1/24 and ending 5/31/25, which has been prepared by the Board of Trustees. The budget shows no compensation to any member of the Board of Trustees. This proposed budget is on file with the Village Clerk at the Roslyn Harbor Village Hall, 500 Motts Cove Road South, in said Village at the Roslyn Harbor Village Hall, where it may be reviewed between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:00 pm, Monday
through Friday, until the time of the hearing. The proposed budget is also available for review on the Village website http://www.roslynharbor. org. All persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard at said hearing. Any person needing special assistance in attending, please notify the Village Clerk at (516) 621-0368 at least 48 hours in advance of the hearing.
By Order of the Board of Trustees Marla Wolfson
Village Clerk/Treasurer
Dated: March 06, 2024
3-6-2024-1T-#246458-ROS
3-6-2024-1T-#246460-ROS
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(Contributed photo)
The Wheatley School students practiced their Spanish skills when they connected over Zoom with eighth-graders from the San Alberto Magnus School in Alicante, Spain.
(Contributed photos)
On The Road Again: Dylan’s 1974 Comeback Tour
BY JOE SCOTCHIE Editors@antonnews.com
In 1966, Bob Dylan was riding high.
In just five short years, this obscure songwriter from small-town Minnesota had made his mark, first as the voice of folk music then to the balladeer of folk rock to finally, a limousine-riding rock superstar. On top of that, he journeyed to an unsuspecting Mineola to marry, at a public ceremony, the model Sara Lowndes.
Dylan also had a residence at Woodstock. One day, while riding his motorcycle, the helmetless Dylan crashed his bike. He survived, but it was a close call. Both James Dean and Duane Allman weren’t so lucky. Dylan didn’t stop recording. However, his touring days had ended. Dylan and his wife now had a family that eventually grew to four children. By 1974, the man was getting restless. The road beckoned. Best of all, The Band, the Canadian-based group that had accompanied his 1966 tour, had become stars. The first Dylan concert tour in eight years was underway.
Years later, Dylan, in his usual cryptic style, dismissed the January to March
exercise. Members of The Band were equally unimpressed.
Maybe so. Dylan’s fans had been patient. So had the media. The tour was a cultural event. For a nation consumed by Watergate, it represented a welcome homecoming for its most prolific songwriter.
Dylan, now 33, remained on the cutting edge of cultural trends. The tour worked. Fifty years later, the man still performs. His peak years will always be when he played with Robbie Robertson (The Band’s leader) The 1974 tour came with great publicity.
A Newsweek cover proclaimed, “Dylan’s Back!” Rolling Stone dedicated several issues to the tour. Arenas in large cities throughout the country were sold out. A book by John Pickering and a compilation of the Rolling Stone articles were published.
The set started with Dylan and The Band playing a string of rockers, followed by a solo acoustic set, a performance by The Band’s greatest hits and a return to the style that opened the show.
The electric set included “Lay Lady Lay,” “Rainy Day Women No. #12 and #35,” “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door,” “It Ain’t
Me, Babe,” and “Ballad Of A Thin Man.” Acoustic numbers were “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right,” “Just Like A Woman,” and “It’s Alright Ma (I’m Only Bleeding),” The Band ran through “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down,” “The Weight,” “Rag Mama Rag,” and “Stage Fright.” (Such critics as Nat Hentoff thought The Band’s sets were the showstoppers.)
The final set ended on a conventional note. “Like A Rolling Stone” closed the show, an electric rendition of “Blowin’ In The Wind” was the final encore.
The 1974 tour was a pace setter in several ways. It played to arenas only, selling those 18,000 or more capacity venues. It began the sentimental habit of fans lighting electronic candles in the darkness, waiting for the encores to start. There were politics involved. “It’s All Right” featured a line, “Even the President of the United States/ Sometimes must have to stand naked,” one that drew a big applause from young people who had soured uniformly on President Nixon. Numerous celebrities----Ringo Starr, Jack Nicholson, Carole King, Warren Beatty and Dylan’s old flame, Joan Baez---flocked
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to the Los Angeles gigs. There were the books and a live album, Before The Flood, a double-disc product quickly hailed as the best such track yet to be released.
The Dylan mystique worked. These tours were not spoiled by excess drugs and alcohol, not to mention fights and rioting.
Along the way, Dylan made a friend for life. During the Atlanta stop, the man paid a visit to the governor’s mansion. Jimmy Carter was serving his final year as the Peach State’s chief executive. Carter’s son, Chip, was a huge Dylan fan.
Dylan and Carter bonded. No one considered Carter to be presidential material. Rolling Stone reported that the Georgia governor might be a vice-presidential hopeful. Three years later, Carter, now President, quoted his new friend during his inaugural address. “As Bob Dylan sang, he who is not being born is busy dying.”
It was a meeting of giants. In 2002, Carter won the Nobel Peace Prize. Fourteen years later, Dylan was awarded a Nobel for literature. The two have remained friends and confidants.
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Bob Dylan and The Band touring in Chicago, 1974. (Image via Jim Summaria, Wikimedia Commons)
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