Nassau Illustrated News 7/12/23 edition is published weekly by Anton Media Group

Nature

Flights Of Fancy

and innovation share the skies in Carle Place Station’s glass art

JANET BURNS

jburns@antonmediagroup.com

Like other Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) stations in our area, Carle Place Station has seen its fair share of change.

For example, it was previously (if briefly) known as Carl and Carll Place, and seemingly opened, closed, reopened, and expanded numerous times over the years, as its function on the railroad changed, between 1837 and the present.

By the 1950s, the station officially had itself semi-enclosed shelters, a pedestrian crossover, and higher level platforms, such as we see today. Small upgrades were made over time, including a “refurbishment” in 1990, but likely the station’s biggest overhaul came just a few years ago.

In Carle Place, the LIRR expansion project brought with it new platforms, canopies, and furnishings thereof, bike racks, ADAcompliant mobility improvements, a new overpass, digital displays, free Wi-Fi, and an auto-roundabout or “kiss and ride” to facilitate passenger drop-offs and pick-ups. “This project continues to be a model for how the MTA can deliver infrastructure projects better, faster and cheaper,” said Janno Lieber, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Acting Chair and CEO, at the time.

The newly remodeled station, which officially opened in November of 2021, also features a multi-pane glass art installation through its sheltered staircases and pedestrian overpass: “Aviary” (2020), by Gail Boyajian.

The installation “explores themes of flight, in part playing homage to the nearby Cradle of Aviation Museum, Grumman Headquarters, and area airports, as well as various birds and habitats native to the area,” according to MTA Arts & Design site info. The artwork was commissioned by MTA Arts & Design, and created from paintings by Boyajian.

“Gail Boyajian’s homage to the diverse landscape of natural and man-made aspects of flight is the perfect complement to this location along the Long Island Rail Road,” said MTA Arts & Design Director Sandra Bloodworth upon the station’s 2021 opening. “The artwork is a delightful combination of Long Island history and natural beauty.”

According to the MTA Arts and Design’s website:

“Aviary” features various birds native to the Carle Place area of Long Island and its green spaces that support their habitats, as well as some extinct ones like the Passenger Pigeon

and the Carolina Parakeet that flourished at the time of early attempts at human flight.

The artwork is made up of 42 hand-painted, laminated glass panels that were fabricated by Glasmalerei Peters Studio. It features depictions of aircraft made by Grumman, such as the Apollo Command and Service module and the F-14 jet. There are various helicopters and passenger planes, as well as images of historical flying contraptions, including balloons, blimps and bicycle powered kites, indicating humankind’s wish to emulate the flight of birds throughout time. Frogs and marshland habitats appear in several panels as a nod to the history of the community and its original name, Frog Hollow. The composition, based on Boyajian’s original hand-painted and digital artwork, is continuous across the elevator towers, with the glow of a sunset and a high moon suggesting the passing of the day through the shifting colors, creating a scene to be experienced from many points of view over time.

Carle Place Station as a simple shelter shed c. 1930.

(Photo: James V. Osborne, Archive: Ray Muntz, via TrainsAreFun)

Construction of the Cherry Lane Bridge c. 1952. (Archive: Dave Morrison, via TrainsAreFun)

Carle Place Station on a cloudy July day. (Credit: Alex Nuñez)

Part of “Aviary,” by Gail Boyajian. (Credit: Alex Nuñez)

A stairwell panel in the “Aviary” installation. (Credit: Alex Nuñez)

A view from the pedestrian overpass. (Credit: Alex Nuñez)

Independence Day Dispatch

Sharing Congratulations In New Hyde Park

New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce

President Donna Pagano attended this year’s awards ceremony at Sewanhaka High School. Pagano presented a $500 award to Achsah Joseph, in recognition for her academic achievement. Joseph will be attending the University of Buffalo, majoring in Nursing.

(Courtesy of Ed Stone Photography)

Fighting Hunger And Roaring Back

Natalie Sweeney, a member of the Youth Group at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, Garden City, celebrated her 18th birthday on Saturday, June 17. According to her friend Erin Gerasimovic, what Natalie most wanted to do was pack meals for hungry people with her friends at the congregation’s third Meal Packing Event. The group of young women, Erin said, wanted to feel “the pride and joy in helping others.”

Camp Invention Inspires Creative Minds

Summer camp students in the Garden City School District celebrated a week of creative learning during the district’s Camp Invention program from June 26 through 30. The program has continued its growth during the past several years, with over 120 students participating this year.

Camp Invention is a STEM-related summer camp program for students in grades K-6 that turns curious campers into innovative thinkers. Many GCHS students

volunteered, helping students with numerous activities such as building and designing models, creating one-of-a-kind robot stuffed animals, exploring environmentally conscious design, and building their own musical instrument. The young inventors were encouraged to continue hands-on, STEM activities throughout the summer to feed their curious, growing minds.

— Submitted by Garden City Public Schools

In 2019 and 2022, members and friends of Resurrection participated in Meal Packing events and packaged more than 40,000

meals for people in need. On June 17, 125 people gathered again this year to create another 20,000 meals.

Diana Auer, Director of Youth and Family Ministry and leader of the event, said, “It is such a simple and obvious statement, but no one should have to go to bed hungry.” She added, “No child should have to go to school without having breakfast or sit in class wondering where her next meal will come from. I’m so grateful to be able to partner with Rise Against Hunger once again.”

— Submitted by Kenneth Meyn

Carle Place Schools Names New Deputy Superintendent

The Carle Place School District is pleased to announce that Eileen Fredericks, assistant superintendent for instruction and personnel, has recently been appointed as deputy superintendent.

Mrs. Fredericks is a valued member of the Carle Place School District. She joined the central administration team in 2009 where she served as assistant superintendent for special education and pupil personnel services and in 2015, was named assistant superintendent for instruction and personnel. Mrs. Fredericks has been responsible for all aspects of curriculum implementation, instructional practices and human resources decisions for the district.

Prior to joining the Carle Place School District, Mrs. Fredericks spent 20 years in the Garden City Public Schools as a special education teacher, district chairperson of the Committee on Special Education and Committee on Preschool Special Education and assistant director of pupil personnel services. Additionally, she spent seven years teaching preschool students

with disabilities. Mrs. Fredericks holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary and special education from SUNY College at Buffalo, a master’s degree in special education from CUNY Queens College, and a professional diploma in educational leadership and administration from LIU Post.

— Submitted by the Carle Place School District

Over 100 volunteers join with Rise Against Hunger to ship 20,000 meals to help provide relief against hunger in Haiti. (Courtesy of Lutheran Church of the Resurrection)

Eileen Fredericks has been named the deputy superintendent of the Carle Place School District. (Courtesy of the Carle Place School District)

Veterans, local officials and public servants, and local groups and community members stepped out together in East Williston, Williston Park, and Albertson on July 4, including John and Cathryn Mezzo and Joe and Rich Bongiorno.

(Credit: Cathy Bongiorno)

Summer camp students in the Garden City School District celebrated a week of creative learning during the district’s Camp Invention program from June 26-30.

(Courtesy of Garden City Public Schools)

Speaking Up For Men’s Mental Health

JANET BURNS

jburns@antonmediagroup.com

All year ‘round, it’s important to recognize and spread awareness about men’s mental health in our communities, as well as the resources that exist to support men’s safety and well-being, says New Hyde Park resident Kenny Cruz.

And that starts, of course, with being able to talk about it, especially when life seems at its lowest.

On the heels of Mental Health Awareness Month in May and Men’s Health Month in June, Nassau Illustrated News spoke to Cruz, a volunteer with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), about how he found himself in need of just such resources and conversations several years ago, and how he’s been advocating for more open discussions of men’s mental health ever since.

After experiencing increasing depression and suicidal ideations in 2018, “I’ve come through, and I just feel like I need to tell my story,” Cruz explained. “There are resources, there is help available.”

“I didn’t think I had any. I was always taught, ‘You’re a man, you’re tough.’ So you bury it down, but get to a point where you can no longer manage it.”

Cruz said he first turned to exercise to get

through his most difficult times, a practice he continues today (and has been widely shown to help improve mood, biochemically and otherwise), which made for a good start. He then turned to “random blogs” and comment sections online before he came across AFSP.

“And that just clicked,” he said. “They had so much of the information that I needed.”

Later on, Cruz said, “I did my first Out of the Darkness walk in New York City, one of their overnight walks, and that was sort of forcing me out of my comfort zone. When I went there, it was overwhelming, because everyone was there for the same reason ... I know we’re not alone, but to see it, the visual, just really hammered home that there is help available for all of us. What they do is amazing, and I’m really glad I can help.”

“I’ve stayed alive almost five years, and I just can’t believe the life that I’ve led since I opened up to people and spoke to people, the compassion I received... just realizing what I could do, telling people my story, was opening. I’m just glad that I’m here. It got better for me, and it wasn’t easy, but I’m through, and it’s been almost five years and I couldn’t be happier.”

Several AFSP Out of the Darkness walks are coming up this fall in our region, including Long Island Walks on Sept. 24 and Oct. 22. Keep an eye on our community calendar or visit afsp.org for details.

Back By Popular Demand: Library Books At The Pool

The Friends of the Garden City Library are pleased to continue the long held tradition of the Library Pool Books. Residents are welcome to read and enjoy these books at no charge and to pass them along to others. No library card is required, though having a library card is always a great idea! Look for the sign in the entryway and the Adult section of the Pool. The books in the entryway are of general interest for all age groups (children, young adults and adults) while the books in the adult section cater to adult readers. For more information on the Friends of the Garden City Library, please visit gardencitypl.org/friends.

— Submitted by Friends of the Garden City Public Library

Cruz enjoying the outdoors. (Courtesy of Kenny Cruz)

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention volunteer and New Hyde Park resident Kenny Cruz.

New Hyde Park Man Killed In LIRR Collision

JANET BURNS

jburns@antonmediagroup.com

On Monday, July 3, a New Hyde Park resident and New York Institute of Technology graduate was killed when he was struck by a Long Island Rail Road train at New Hyde Park station during the morning commute.

At around 9:10 a.m. on Monday, Shaheryar Muzaffar Gill, 28, of New Hyde Park, was fatally struck by an LIRR train at New Hyde Park Station. As a result, train service was suspended for about 90 minutes, and resumed normal service by noon that day.

Mr. Gill was not authorized to be on the tracks, and the investigation is ongoing, but criminality is not suspected, according to the MTA.

No Injuries Reported In Elmont Fire

The Nassau County Police Department

Public Information Office reports the details of a fire that occurred at 8:20 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4, in Elmont:

According to police, officers responded to a house on Parkhurst Road for a confirmed fire that started in the basement. The

Elmont Fire Department extinguished the fire, and no injuries were reported. Fire Marshall Kelleher and Arson Bomb Squad detectives responded to the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

— Via the Nassau County Police Department website; lightly edited

Two Arrested For Driving Stolen Car

The Nassau County Police Department

First Squad reports the arrest of two young men on Tuesday, July 4 at 8:40 a.m. in Uniondale:

According to detectives, officers located a repotedly stolen car in the vicinity of 939 Nassau Road that was occupied by two men, aged 18 and 19, of Uniondale. As officers attempted to arrest the driver, police say, he was violent and combative while resisting arrest, though no injuries were reported and both defendants were arrested without further incident.

The first defendant is charged with third-degree unauthorized use of vehicle, second-degree obstructing governmental administration, and resisting arrest. The second defendant is charged with third-degree unauthorized use of vehicle.

The defendants were each released on an appearance ticket returnable on July 18, 2023 to First District Court 99 Main Street Hempstead.

— Via the Nassau County Police Department website; lightly edited

Thursday, October 26, 2023

6:00pm - 9:00pm

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HONORING

For more information, contact 516-465-4774 or email htract@tscli.org.

An aerial view of New Hyde Park Station. (Screenshot via Google Maps)

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THURSDAY, JULY 13

Radio Flashback

Come enjoy the best of Styx, Boston, Meatloaf, Doobie Brothers, Foreigner and ELO, presented by the Garden City Recreation Department in cooperation with Steve Dassa as part of this year’s summer Gazebo Concerts series. All shows are performed at the gazebo on the village green, located at the corner of Stewart and Hilton Avenues, beginning promptly at 7:15 p.m. Rain location: Cluett Hall, St, Paul’s School, 295 Stewart Avenue. Due to limited seating at Cluett Hall, proof of residency in the Inc. Village will be required for admission to the indoor shows.

Sabori: Salsa & Latin Jazz Band

A free summer concert from the Village of Westbury. 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Village Piazza on Post Avenue. Rain location: Westbury Arts, 255 Schenck Avenue.

Chair Yoga with Micheline

Through the gentle postures and breath work, strengthen your body while adding flexibility and calming your mind to a state of relaxation. Please register only 1x for this series, which is held on Zoom from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on the following dates: July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17, 24 (schedule subject to change). The Zoom login

information will be emailed to you an hour prior to the program’s start time. Register at hillsidelibrary.info.

FRIDAY, JULY 14

Fun Fridays at Mineola Library

Join the Library for some summer fun on the front lawn from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Desert Highway

Part of Nassau County’s Lakeside Theatre

Concerts summer series at Eisenhower Park. All concerts are 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted, weather permitting. Please call (516) 572-0201 for up-to-date information. Free.

Senior Summer Concerts: Johnny Avino

Part of Nassau County’s Senior Summer Concerts series at Eisenhower Park. All concerts are 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted, weather permitting, at the Mobile Stage near Parking Area #1. Please call (516) 572-0201 for up-to-date information. Free.

SATURDAY, JULY 15

Community Connections

Farmers Market

Weekly through October 30, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (or until sold out) at First Baptist Cathedral, 212 Garden Street, Westbury.

Harry Chapin Day

Part of Nassau County’s Lakeside Theatre

Concerts summer series at Eisenhower Park. 3:30 to 10:00 p.m. Please call (516) 572-0201 for up-to-date information. Free.

Enjoy blockbuster movie soundtracks outdoors with friends and family as part of the Village of Mineola’s Concerts in the Park & More summer series. 7:30 p.m. at Mineola Memorial Park Amphitheatre.

SUNDAY, JULY 16

Gladys Knight

The world-renowned singer-songwriter performs at NYCB Theatre at Westbury. Tickets from $49.50 plus fees. 8:00 p.m. show.

TUESDAY, JULY 18

Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra

Part of the Village of Mineola’s Concerts in the Park & More summer series. 8:00 p.m. at Mineola Memorial Park Amphitheatre.

ONGOING

Empire State Fair Games, rides, circus performances, free exotic petting zoo, and much more. Daily through July 16; find tickets and more info at empirestatefair.com

The Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Louis Panacciulli. (Courtesy of Nassau Pops)

MiniCon Brings SciFi Fans Together For A Cause

Second annual event raises money for Cerebral Palsy

For the second year, The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is holding their Annual Sci-Fi Mini Convention at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville, NY on Saturday, July 22nd from 12pm – 5pm. This event is sponsored by Jovia Financial Credit Union.

This year’s MiniCon will feature members of the 501st Legion’s Empire City Garrison, The Rebel Legion’s Echo Base, and the Saber Guild’s Endor Temple in their Star Wars Costumes. There will also be visits by members of the Long Island Ghost Busters and Princesses from Royal Princess Prep Entertainment. There will be games and activities including Blast-A-Trooper, Jedi Training, and meet and greets with media guests. There will be Light Saber demonstrations from the Saber Guild.

Chris Feehan, Development Assistant at The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County (CPNassau), is the point of contact between the 501st and CPNassau and the person spearheading MiniCon. He said that while last year’s event was a run-away success, it happened almost organically. “Last year’s Con came together by chance. The 501st Legion wanted to put on a small event for (CPNassau) with some cosplayers from the 501st and the Rebel Legion. We then expanded that and included the Saber Guild and the Ghostbusters and some other costuming people to kind of put on a little mini convention to help raise money for the Cerebral Palsy Association. Well, that kind of exploded and we got some additional guests; we got some actors, some wrestlers, and some professional cosplayers to come together. This year, we’ve had a little more time to plan and learn from our experiences. We have even more guests and more exciting activities for kids and adults.”

A lot of the fundraising is being generated by the activities. There are a number of things both children and adults can participate in. Feehan detailed some of the different experiences available. “If you want to blast the trooper you can take some shots with a Nerf gun at some of the stormtroopers. There is also our big trash compactor set. We’re charging $5 for that. If you’d like to do Jedi training with the Saber Guild, that’s going to be a $5 activity. The activities are very family friendly priced, so that you can choose to do what you want to do.”

Another source for donations is the raffles, with many collectibles and event tickets available. “There are going to be some incredible raffles. We’ve gotten some great donations from some local vendors, including Joebba’s Palace, who’s going to be there as a vendor. They donated a large TIE fighter worth about $200 that we’re going to be raffling off. There are some large Star Wars baskets and other baskets that have other donated items that we’ve gotten throughout the year. There are things like Six Flags tickets, Dorney Park tickets, tickets to different

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES BY:

Rochelle Davis (Actress)

Sarah in The Crow (1994) / Hell House

George Papadimatos (Actor)

The Deuce / Daredevil / Jimmy’s & Jenny’s

Angelo Mercado (Actor)

New Amsterdam / Little Voice / Model

Lula Lukas (Artist)

Freelance and Comic Book Artist

Michael Jan Friedman (Author)

Star Trek Novelist and Comic Book Author

Rage & Kaos (Pro Wrestlers)

Stranglehold Championship Wrestling Network

Movie Cars: Batmobile & DeLorean

(Weather Permitting)

Robin Channing

Mind-bending Magician & Performer

COSPLAYERS INCLUDING:

Angel_Ta2 Jacobella Luongo

mcheretic / Abigail Ruby Rinekso

Mets games, and some other sports memorabilia that was donated by our partners.” Feehan said.

For those who want to take home something crafted, there are handknit items for sale. “The Ladies Council Auxiliary is actually making some homemade knit items, including some baby Grogu dolls, hats and pillowcases with Star Wars themes. These are all things that they’ve handmade over the past two months, which they are donating to sell at the Sci Fi MiniCon. So there will be some neat merchandise there that’s handmade and handcrafted with love, all to raise money for this association.”

Feehan is excited to see where MiniCon goes in the future. Considering its humble beginnings, the event is already a success. “We really hope (to expand) we’re going to see what works, what doesn’t work and what really gets people excited. If we start seeing a real nice crowd attend, we may expand it into an even bigger, better convention next year. We just want to do something that’s for the community, to help support our agency in the most fun way possible. Last year we had over 1000 people and the event was only three hours long, from five to eight o’clock at night. And that was because it came together so late we couldn’t get the venue for the whole day. I think (with this year’s Con running) from noon to five, we’re hoping we’ll have in excess of 2000 people throughout the day.”

PUBLIC STATEMENT HEARINGS TO BE HELD IN PSC CASES 23-G-0225, 23G-0226 - NATIONAL GRID NY AND NATIONAL GRID FOR GAS SERVICE

On April 28, 2023, The Brooklyn Union Gas Company d/b/a National Grid NY (KEDNY) and KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid (KEDLI)(collectively, the Companies) led amendments to their gas tari schedules proposing to increase their annual gas delivery revenues e ective March 31, 2024. KEDNY proposes to increase its revenues by $414 million (a 28 percent increase in base delivery revenues or a 17 percent increase in total revenues). KEDLI proposes to increase its revenues by $228 million (a 24 percent increase in base delivery revenues or a 14 percent increase in total revenues). Although the actual bill impacts of these proposed changes on any particular customer class will vary based upon revenue allocation and rate design, the Companies state that a typical KEDNY residential heating customer will have a $30.95 average monthly bill increase and a typical KEDLI residential heating customer will have a $28.52 average monthly bill increase.

The Companies state that the rate increases are largely due to the need to invest in critical infrastructure to comply with Federal and State pipeline safety mandates, increased costs to deliver expanded energy e ciency and other demand reduction o erings, and economic factors such as rising cost of material due to in ation, increased contractor costs, and increases in property taxes. The Companies state that their rate lings are focused on delivering safe and reliable service, meeting the needs of customers, and advancing the goals of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). The Companies propose to e ectively maintain the current pace of leak prone pipe replacements through a more targeted replacement strategy; aggressively repair gas leaks and target the repair of high-emitting leaks through the use of advanced leak detection technology; continue or expand customer oriented initiatives to ensure energy a ordability, improve customer experience and maintain customer satisfaction; improve the resiliency of the distribution system by investing in automation, safety valves, and storm hardening projects; and continue or expand many CLCPA-supporting initiatives such as non-pipe alternatives, energy e ciency and demand response programs.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that virtual public statement hearings will be held before Administrative Law Judges

James A. Costello and Maureen F. Leary on:

DATE:Tuesday, August 1, 2023

TIME: 1:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M.

DATE:Wednesday, August 2, 2023

TIME: 1:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M.

A more comprehensive notice that contains further information on how to attend the hearings electronically is available at https://dps.ny.gov/ask-psc.

Any person wishing to provide a public statement must register by 4:30 P.M. Monday, July 31, 2023, for the August 1 hearings and Tuesday, August 1, 2023, for the August 2 hearings.

To register electronically: Registration information for participants who would like to provide a statement and will login to a hearing electronically may be found in the notice available at https://dps.ny.gov/ask-psc.

To register by phone: Any participant who is not able to login to a hearing electronically may participate by phone. Call-in participants who would like to provide a statement must register to do so in advance by calling 1-800-342-3330, where they should follow prompts to the appropriate hearing and provide their rst and last name, address, and phone number.

On the appropriate date and time of a hearing, all call-in users should dial 1-518-549-0500 and enter:

Access Code [2338 061 1494] and Password [28410176] for the 1:00 p.m. hearing on August 1

Access Code [2348 462 8182] and Password [28410676] for the 6:00 p.m. hearing on August 1

Access Code [2334 693 7249] and Password [28420176] for the 1:00 p.m. hearing on August 2

Access Code [2336 515 1615] and Password [28420676] for the 6:00 p.m. hearing on August 2

Each public statement hearing will be held open until everyone who has registered to speak has been heard or other reasonable arrangements to submit comments have been made.

Catherine Schreiber Paves Broadway

CHRISTY HINKO

chinko@antonmediagroup.com

Being a play producer is a thrilling and multifaceted role that requires a blend of creativity, organization, and resourcefulness. Catherine Schreiber of Great Neck is in the prime of her producing career, both on and off Broadway.

“I started out as an actress,” Schreiber said. “I acted all through high school and through Yale as an English major.”

Acting was her career.

“While I was acting, I began writing shows also,” Schreiber said. “I had great success with one of the first shows that I wrote for myself in L.A.”

She began honing her craft, while also tending to her family, which ultimately brought her to New York.

One of her first shows as a producer was called Next Fall . The producer who gave that show to her did so with the advice of learning how to be a producer, how to really dig in and get involved.

“I learned to love to produce shows that I did not write and that I wasn’t going to be in,” Schreiber said. “I saw the joy of birthing somebody else’s baby; I was hooked.”

“Scottsboro Boys changed my life,” Schreiber said. She was a co-producer of that show on Broadway; it was nominated for 12 Tony awards.

She earned the rights and took it to London.

“That is the show that set me up as a producer,” Schreiber said. “People would stop me on the street and share that it was the best show that they had ever seen.”

“On so many levels, Scottsboro Boys has been the most important work that I have ever done,” Schreiber said.

Schreiber has many projects and ideas in the works, always thinking about how to continue to do fulfilling work.

What does it take to break into being a producer? Schreiber shared her advice for people who are interested in show producing.

“Immerse yourself in theater; get a job doing something on a show and find a project that you love,” Schreiber said.

She said that it is important to start small and find people in your existing network when going at show producing.

“Surround yourself with people who love theater,” Schreiber said. “If you want someone to invest their money and their time, you have to have passion and believe in it yourself.

As a play producer, you hold the reins of a production, overseeing every aspect from conception to final performance.

You collaborate with directors, designers, and actors, shaping the artistic vision while managing budgets, schedules, and logistics.

It’s a delicate dance of balancing artistic integrity with practical considerations. You navigate the challenges of securing funding, coordinating rehearsals, and marketing the play to attract audiences.

Schreiber’s work roster presently includes:

On Broadway

Life of Pi

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window

Recently

Death of a Salesman Company

The Lehman Trilogy

A Christmas Carol

Currently Off-Broadway

The Play That Goes Wrong

London Productions

Pretty Woman

Recent London Productions

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

Touring

Play that Goes Wrong

Fiddler on the Roof

Pretty Woman

“I am really proud of all of these shows,” Schreiber said.

She is not a lead producer on all of the shows all of the time, sometimes she’s a co-producer.

When the curtains rise and the magic unfolds, witnessing the transformative power of live theater makes every effort worthwhile.

Visit www.catherineschreiberproductions.com to learn more about Schreiber.

Schreiber at the 2022 show.

Peter Pan Goes Wrong Photo by Jeremy Daniel

Catherine Schreiber was born to be on Broadway.

COLUMNS

Happy 59th Birthday To Public Transportation On Long Island

July, 2023 marks the 59th Anniversary of federal government support for public transportation. The success of public transportation can be traced back to one of the late President Lyndon Johnson’s greatest accomplishments which continues benefiting many Americans today. On July 9th, 1964 he signed the “Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964” into law. Subsequently this has resulted in the investment over time of several hundred billion dollars into public transportation.

Millions of Americans today on a daily basis utilize various public transportation alternatives. They include local and express bus, para transit vehicle, ferry, jitney, light rail, subway and commuter rail services. All of these systems use less fuel and move far more people than conventional single occupancy vehicles. Most of these systems are funded with your tax dollars thanks to President Johnson.

Today we have the MTA and its various operating agencies, including NYC Transit subway, bus and Staten Island Railway, Long Island Rail Road, Metro North Rail Road, MTA Bus along with Nassau County’s NICE bus system. Chartered by the State Legislature in 1965 as the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation Authority, it was created to purchase and operate the bankrupt

LIRR. The MCTA changed its name to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in 1968 when it took over operations of the NYC Transit Authority. Previously, in 1953, the old NYC Board of Transportation passed on control of the municipal subway system, including all its assets, to the newly created NYC Transit Authority.

In Nassau County, we have Nassau Inter County Express (NICE) and City of Long Beach bus systems. In 1973, Nassau County purchased equipment, routes and some facilities of numerous private bus operators most of whom were experiencing financial difficulties. These private bus operators, included Bee Line, Rockville Center Bus Corporation, Utility Lines, Schenck Transportation, Inc., Hempstead Bus Corporation,

Jerusalem Avenue Bus Lines, Universal Auto Bus, Roosevelt Bus Lines, Stage Coach Lines, Hendrickson Bus Corporation and others. Nassau County followed up that same year entering into a lease and operating agreement with the MTA to continue providing local bus service. This resulted in creation of the Metropolitan Suburban Bus Authority. MSBA was followed by Long Island Bus and as of January 1, 2012 Nassau Inter County Express. Many of the same routes operated by MSBA, LI Bus and NICE can be traced back to the various private bus operators. Suffolk County has Suffolk County Bus and Town of Huntington Area Rapid Transit (HART) Bus..

There is also New Jersey Transit, Port Authority Trans Hudson (PATH) subway, NYC Departments of Transportation Staten Island Ferry and Economic Development Corporation private ferries. Using MTA Metro or OMNY Cards provides free transfers between the subway and bus. This has eliminated the old two-fare zones making public transportation an even better bargain. Purchasing a monthly LIRR or MTA subway/bus pass reduces the cost per ride and provides virtually unlimited trips. Employers can offer transit checks which help subsidize a portion of the costs. Utilize this and reap the benefits. It

The Mysterious Orange Haze

In the late ‘60s, Jimmy Hendrix released a song titled “Purple Haze,” which contained the following lyrics:

Purple haze all in my eyes

Don’t know if it’s day or night

You got me blowing, blow my mind

Is it tomorrow or just the end of time?

I don’t know about you, but what occurred here in the first week of June certainly blew my mind, except it was an orange haze.

Although the strange atmospheric condition was present early in the week, it peaked here on Long Island sometime in the afternoon on that Wednesday. People were reaching for their handy COVID masks again, trying to prevent those microscopic orange particles from entering their respiratory system.

If you did happen to venture outside that day, the afternoon sky looked surreal with an

ominous glow, more akin to being on the surface of Mars. To be safe, officials advised the entire Long Island population to stay indoors. This reminded me of every apocalyptic rendition of the future I’ve seen in movies, depicting the sun blotted out, the daytime sky darkened, and most of the human population living underground.

Facebook newsfeeds were flooded with pictures depicting

supports a cleaner environment. Many companies allow employees to telecommute and work from home. Others use alternative work schedules which afford staff the ability to avoid rush hour gridlock. This saves travel time and can improve mileage per gallon. Join a car or van pool to share the costs of commuting.

The ability to travel from home to workplace, school, shopping, entertainment, medical, library etc. is a factor when moving to a new neighborhood. Economically successful communities are not 100 percent dependent on automobiles as the sole means of mobility. Seniors, students, low and middle income people need these transportation alternatives. Investment in public transportation today contributes to economic growth, employment and a stronger economy. Dollar for dollar, it is one of the best investments we can make.

What better way to honor the late President Johnson and all that has been achieved these past 59 years in public transportation by continuing funding the federal Highway Trust Fund and Mass Transit Account. Happy Birthday!

(Larry Penner is a transportation advocate, historian and writer who previously worked for the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 New York Office.)

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the foggy ginger-colored sky compared to the previous day’s sharp blue. The Manhattan skyline had the look and feel of a blackout. The evening sundown was pretty in color but dangerous to all creatures and the air that they breathed.

As a curator of five or six oak trees in my backyard, our property is inundated during May with fine yellow dust, accompanied by what we affectionately call the “squigglies.” The dust is everywhere and clings to every surface, while the squigglies form tumbleweeds and roll down the street, causing Massapequa to look more like Yellowstone. I use an entire container of window wash in my car every spring.

We are prisoners inside until mid-June when the yellow menace abates, causing us to spend an entire weekend hose-washing every square inch of my patio and outside furniture. Outdoor Memorial Day barbeques are

limited to friends and relatives without oak trees.

But this mysterious orange haze wasn’t coming from my backyard oak trees. That wood-burning fire-pit smell wasn’t coming from any of my neighbors. The smoke from a distant fire was coming from, of all places, our neighbors in the true North. O, Canada!

Unfortunately, Canada is experiencing unprecedented wildfires that have already damaged almost 10 million square miles. Firefighters from all over the world, including the US, have joined with the Canadians to bring these fires under control. But the smoke has to go somewhere, right?

The answer, my friends, is blowing in the wind.

Winds from the North wreaked havoc down here and across the Northeast, causing schools to keep the kiddies inside and

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PASSING THE JUDICIARY ACT

The Supreme Court is running amok, and it’s past time we got it under control.

In the year since the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, abortion has been effectively banned (with extremely limited exceptions) in fourteen states. Nearly 1 in 3 Americans have lost access to abortion care.

This year, the Court overturned access to clean water, affirmative action in college admissions, and student debt

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

relief for millions of middle and low income borrowers. They’ve set the precedent of overturning policies simply because they were enacted by a Democratic president.

On top of that, the ethical crises keep piling up. We’ve seen Republican mega donors footing the bill for Clarence Thomas’s vacations, mortgage payments, and family tuition; Samuel Alito taking dinners with conservative anti-abortion

activists, accepting a lavish vacation from someone with business before the Court, and allegedly leaking reproductive health decisions; and Neil Gorsuch selling property to an executive that has business before the Court just days after his lifetime appointment was finalized. We can’t let this continue. Congress must stop the out-of-control, right-wing majority on the Supreme Court. The only way to do that is to restore

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Statement On Congestion Pricing

Governor Kathy Hochul and Democratic lawmakers in Albany have found another way to tax the working middle class out of New York, this time in the form of a congestion pricing plan that will charge a hefty fee to commuters

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flights to be canceled. Want to know how serious this was? Major League Baseball took the bold step and canceled games in The Bronx and Philadelphia.

Canada is a large country with its border hundreds of miles away from Massapequa. It’s more than 500 miles

traveling into lower Manhattan via car/ truck - all in the name of funding a bloated MTA. Instead of seeking ways to curb wasteful MTA spending, New York State lawmakers will now force hardworking commuters from New York City’s

outer boroughs and suburbs to foot the bill for decades of mismanagement at the MTA. The imposition of this “suburban tax” in addition to tolls already collected at many of New York City’s bridges and tunnels is patently unfair, and Governor

ideological balance to the Court by adding four more seats.

I’m urging our legislators to stand up as a governmental body and rein in this illegitimate court by passing the Judiciary Act.

Sincerely, Scott Korman 11005

West across New York State and through Buffalo before you get to Niagara Falls and enter Toronto. If you want to visit Montreal to the North, it’s about 400 miles.

We didn’t start the fire, yet the smoke was so intense that the Town of Oyster

Bay suspended all garbage and recycling collections to protect their workers.

So, for all of us who survived the respiratory issues that affected millions of people in the past few years, let’s have a little respect for the orange haze disrupting our daily lives. It may no longer

Hochul and her lackeys in the State Legislature have only themselves to blame for the ongoi ng outmigration from New York.

—Congressman Anthony D’Esposito, 4th District

be as intense as it was on that dreadful Wednesday in early June, but it still lingers. After all those years of creating “smoke-free” environments on airplanes, trains, bars, and restaurants, let’s not blow it now.

‘Scuse me while I kiss the sky…

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Let‛s Get Crafty

There’s quite a few neat things about having a grass yard, from the feeling of walking on that green carpet in your bare feet to the smell of fresh cut grass. But did you know that grass also makes a pretty great whistle?

Here’s how to whistle with a blade of grass:

Step one: Find the right blade for your whistle. It should be medium width and about four to five inches long.

Step two: Pinch the grass between your thumb and finger.

Step three: Sandwich the grass between the chubby part of your palms.

Step four: Keep the grass tight and stiff between your thumb and palm.

Step five: Press your thumbs together. Step six: Blow!

Make a basket with your fingers to let the sound out. It takes a few tries to get it just right.

Badgers

Badgers, according to the Nature Mapping Program, are brown fur-covered mammals with short legs and a low profile. Their head appears pointed and small for the body, and they have short ears and a short, furry tail. They are found primarily in the western Canadian provinces, western United States and south throughout the mountainous areas of Mexico. They prefer to live in dry, open grasslands, fields and pastures. They are not true hibernators, but during the winters they tend to spend much of their days relaxing. They are known for their digging and ability to tunnel rapidly through soil. And if threatened, they attack explosively with hissing, growling and biting.

Did you know that badgers have keen vision, scent and hearing and that they can live to up to 26 years in captivity? They also help to control rodent populations. Check back next week to learn about another animal that starts with the letter C!

Question: What does a cow use to search the internet?

Answer: Moogle!

—Doug, age 8

See if there are other plant parts that also make a sound. Try moving your mouth differently to see how it affects the tone. Send

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Healthy Vision Tips

1 Eat right to protect your sight. Keep your eyes healthy by eating a well-balanced diet. Load up on different types of fruits and veggies, especially leafy greens like spinach, kale, and collard greens. Fish like salmon, tuna, and halibut have been shown to help your eyes, too.

2Get moving. Did you know that kids who exercise often have a healthier body weight than kids who don’t? Being overweight or obese can put you at higher risk for diabetes and other conditions that can lead to vision problems.

Conjunctivitis: What Is Pink Eye?

BY KIERSTAN BOYD specialsections@antonmediagroup.com

Conjunctivitis—often called “pink eye”—is inflammation of the conjunctiva from infection or allergies. Your eyes are red and swollen (inflamed), and sometimes they have a sticky discharge. You can have conjunctivitis in one or both eyes. Some types of pink eye are very contagious (easily spread from person to person), but many others are not.

Conjunctivitis can be caused by a virus, bacteria or by allergies.

Speak up if your vision changes. Is your vision blurry? Do you squint a lot? Ever have trouble seeing things at

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5Keep the germs away.

Always wash your hands before putting them close to your eyes, especially if you’re putting in or taking out contact lenses.

Ten tips to take care of your kids’ eyes

100 percent of both UVA and UVB radiation from the sun. And remember, look directly at the sun.

Nearsighedness Is A Public Health Crisis

Nearsightedness has risen dramatically over the last 50 years. If nothing is done to help slow the increase, half the world’s population may be nearsighted by the year 2050. That means much more than a lot of people in glasses. It means a lot of kids today are at risk of developing vision-threatening eye conditions tomorrow. That’s why the American Academy of Ophthalmology is sharing information about myopia and its progression. People who have myopia, also known as nearsightedness, can see close-up objects clearly, but objects farther away are blurry. Myopia that begins in early childhood often worsens as the child grows. If these changes are too extreme, it can be hard to correct the blurriness with glasses or contact lenses and the risk of potentially blinding eye conditions rises, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, early cataracts and myopic maculopathy, a leading cause of blindness world-wide.

4 Wear your glasses.

While more research is required to understand why myopia is on the rise, new treatment options are available to slow the disease in children so the most devastating consequences of high myopia can be avoided. Visit www.eyesmart.org for more information on eye health.

—The American Academy of Ophthalmology

7Wear your shades. The sun’s rays can hurt your eyes. Choose sunglasses that block 99 to you should never 8

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Say no to smoking. Did you know that smoking is as bad for your eyes as it is the rest of your body? Smoking can put you at risk for some pretty serious eye issues, which can lead to blindness. 10T

Your glasses help you see better, especially when they’re clean and free of smudges. Talk to an adult about how to clean your glasses and how to store them when you’re not wearing them.

6Gear up. Playing your favorite sport? Using chemicals during science class? Mowing the lawn? Wear the right protection to keep your eyes safe. Many eye injuries can be prevented with better safety habits, such as using protective eyewear.

Give your eyes a break. Do you spend a lot of time looking at a computer, phone, or TV screen? Staring at any one thing for too long can tire your eyes. Give your eyes a rest with the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look about 20 feet away for 20 seconds.

Bacterial and viral conjunctivitis are easily spread from person to person. Allergic conjunctivitis is not contagious.

Viral conjunctivitis is the most common type of conjunctivitis. This type of pink eye is very contagious and often spreads through schools and other crowded places. It usually causes burning, red eyes with a watery discharge. Viral conjunctivitis is usually caused by the same virus that causes runny nose and sore throat in people with the common cold.

Bacterial conjunctivitis is also very contagious. An infection from bacteria causes this form of pink eye. With bacterial conjunctivitis, you have sore, red eyes with a lot of sticky pus in the eye. Some bacterial infections, however, may cause little or no discharge. Sometimes the bacteria that cause pink eye are the same that cause strep throat. Allergic conjunctivitis is a type of pink eye that comes from an allergic reaction to pollen, animals, cigarette smoke, pool chlorine, car fumes or something

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alk about it. Does anyone in your family have issues with their eyes? Not sure? Ask! Talking about eye health with your family can help all of you stay healthy.

—National Eye Institute (NEI)

else in the environment. It is not contagious. Allergic pink eye makes your eyes very itchy, red and watery, and the eyelids may get puffy.

Bacterial and viral conjunctivitis can be quite contagious. The most common ways to get the contagious form of pink eye include:

·Direct contact with an infected person’s bodily fluids, usually through hand-to-eye contact.

·Spread of the infection from bacteria living in the person’s own nose and sinuses.

·Not cleaning contact lenses properly. Using poorly fitting contact lenses or decorative contacts are risks as well.

·Children are the people most likely to get pink eye from bacteria or viruses. This is because they are in close contact with so many others in school or day care centers. Also, they don’t practice good hygiene.

Visit www.aao.org/eye-health/ diseases/pink-eye-conjunctivitis to learn more.

—Kierstan Boyd writes for American Academy of Ophthalmology.

A 17-year-old high school student stayed up all night to finish his college applications and, in the morning, he looked in the mirror and noticed that his eyes were yellow. A 32-year-old woman developed a viral upper respiratory infection with a lowgrade temperature. On a routine visit to the doctor, her eyes were noted to be yellow. A 45-year-old man is seen by his doctor for a routine physical examination. His laboratory tests reveal an elevated bilirubin. Further testing shows no other abnormality other than a mildly elevated indirect bilirubin. A 23-year-old man returns from the gym after a heavy workout, looks in the mirror and notices that his eyes are yellow. What commonality do these people share? They all have jaundice (yellowing of the eyes) and they all are affected by a genetic disorder called Gilbert’s syndrome. Gilbert’s syndrome is a benign condition. It does not cause any harm. It is extremely common occurring in about five percent of our population. The syndrome is caused by a decreased level in the enzyme, glucuronyl transferase, which conjugates bilirubin.

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David Bernstein, MD

It is an autosomal recessive, hereditary condition. Gilbert’s syndrome is not associated with any increased disease or mortality. This syndrome is usually diagnosed after puberty and is more common in men than in women. Affected individuals often come to medical attention after a fast, during an infection, after vigorous exercise or in any period of extreme stress as these circumstances can lead to decreased bilirubin conjugation and therefore an increase in indirect bilirubin levels. The

physical examination of these patients is usually normal except for some mild yellowness of the eyes. Laboratory tests other than an elevated bilirubin should all be normal.

There are no therapies needed for Gilbert’s syndrome as it is a

benign condition. Interestingly, some studies have suggested a decreased colon and rectal cancer risk in people with Gilbert’s. This, however, has not been proven. The good news here is that not all jaundice is concerning.

Gilbert’s Syndrome Is Common, Benign AFC Urgent Care Names New Director

American Family Care (AFC) recently named Dr. Victor Politi, MD, FACP, FACEP, medical director of AFC Urgent Care Long Island. Politi will spearhead AFC’s growth efforts across Long Island and will oversee health care services at all AFC Urgent Care centers.

“I am honored to join American Family Care and work alongside a tremendous team of dedicated healthcare professionals,” said Politi. “AFC is one of the region’s leading urgent care providers and I will work to advance and uphold the brand across Long Island, providing quality care and efficient medical attention.”

As a seasoned administrative leader with both long-term and broad-based knowledge of the

healthcare industry, Politi was previously president and chief executive officer of Nassau Health Care Corporation (NuHealth). NuHealth is a public benefit corporation, which operates Nassau County’s only public hospital.

Politi also served as the chairman of the executive committee of the NQP DSRIP PPS. Here, he organized the formation of and led Nassau County’s DSRIP Performing Provider System which is the fourth largest PPS in New York and includes all Nassau

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 Network-Long Island for NYU Langone Health.

County hospitals and two Queens County hospitals, affecting more than 450,000 Medicaid lives and generating $550 million in grant funding.

Politi holds various executive positions in the healthcare and medical industry. He is the medical director of the Physician Assistant Program at Touro University and Medical Director of the School of Allied Health Professions at St. John’s University.

AFC Urgent Care of Long Island has four full-service urgent care centers with locations in East Meadow, Farmingdale, West Islip and Patchogue. Visit www. afcurgentcare.com for more information.

—AFC Urgent Care of Long Island

Dr. Victor Politi AFC Urgent Care

25 Ways To Get Kids Moving At Home

BY CHRISTY HINKO chinko@antonmediagroup.com

The importance of kids’ fitness over the summer break cannot be overstated. With schools closed and children having more free time, it is crucial to encourage and prioritize physical activity during this period. Engaging in regular exercise and staying active offers numerous benefits that contribute to a child’s overall well-being and development.

Summer break often leads to a more sedentary lifestyle, with children spending extended hours indoors watching television, playing video games, or using electronic devices. This lack of physical activity can have adverse effects on their health. Regular exercise helps combat obesity, improves cardiovascular health, and enhances muscle strength and flexibility. It also helps maintain a healthy weight, which is especially important considering the rising rates of childhood obesity.

In addition to the physical benefits,

kids’ fitness during summer b reak promotes mental and emotional well-being. Exercise stimulates the release of endorphins, often referred to as “feel-good” hormones, which can help reduce stress, anxiety, and symptoms of depression. Physical activity fosters better concentration, cognitive function, and overall brain development, which can positively impact academic performance when children return to school.

Engaging in outdoor activities and sports during summer break also provides valuable opportunities for social interaction and the development of important life skills. Team sports, for example, promote cooperation, communication, and teamwork, while also teaching children about discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship. Participating in physical activities with friends or family members helps build strong relationships and creates lasting memories.

Parents and caregivers play a crucial role in encouraging and facilitating kids’ fitness over the summer break. They can organize family outings to parks, beaches, or hiking trails, enroll children in summer camps or sports programs, or simply set aside dedicated time for outdoor play. By prioritizing physical activity and instilling healthy habits during this break, parents can set their children on a path towards a lifetime of fitness and well-being.

Kids’ fitness during the summer break is of utmost importance. It not only helps combat sedentary behavior but also promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Encouraging children to stay active, engage in outdoor activities, and participate in sports not only benefits their health but also fosters important social and life skills. By prioritizing fitness during this break, parents and caregivers can empower children to lead active and healthy lives long after summer ends.

Here are 25 ideas, provided by the American Heart Association for getting kids to move more.

1. Run in place for 30 seconds

2. Dance party for one minute

3. Stand up and sit down 10 times

4. Read standing up

5. Hot lava! Keep a balloon in the air without touching the ground (make it harder by only using heads or elbows

6. Jumping Jacks

7. Do the hokey pokey

8. See how many squats you can do in 15 seconds

9. Stand up, touch your toes

10. Wall sit while reading

11. One-minute yoga

12. Stretch your hands high over your head

13. Arm circles forward for 30 seconds, arm circles backward for 30 seconds

14. 10 frog jumps

15. Standing mountain climbers for 30 seconds

16. Stand on one leg, put your hands up, put your hands out to the side

17. Five lunges on the right leg, five lunges on the left leg

18. Practice spelling, do a squat for every vowel

19. Run in place for 30 seconds, check your heart rate

20. Practice spelling by doing a jumping jack for each letter

21. 30-second plank

22. Practice math problems, do a jumping jack every time the answer is an even number

23. 20 leg lifts

24. Ball-toss spelling practice. Toss the ball and say a letter then toss the ball to someone else to say the next letter

25. High knees for 30 seconds

Mix and match some of these ideas for brief bursts of activity or by randomly selecting one from the list to complete each day.

Keto Is Most Popular Diet

New data reveals the most popular diet in New York with the ketogenic (keto) diet taking the top spot.

The research conducted by FitnessVolt analyzed Google data to determine which popular diets interest New York residents the most.

The ketogenic (keto) diet took the top spot in the findings. There are 46,113 average monthly searches for keto diet related search terms in New York, more than any other popular diet. The keto or ketogenic diet replaces a large portion of carbohydrates with fat and protein. Fat makes up most of the diet. The benefit here is that you cut back on a lot of carbs such as soda and white bread.

The second most popular diet in New York is the Mediterranean diet. The diet has 33,371 average monthly searches for terms related to a Mediterranean diet within the state. Based on foods from the Mediterranean such as whole grains, fruits, nuts and seeds, the benefits of a Mediterranean diet, according to many studies, include reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and increased lifespan.

In third place is the DASH diet with an average of 8,032 monthly searches being made in New York.

Meaning ‘Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension’, the aim of the diet is to prevent and control hypertension. The diet doesn’t allow alcohol, added sodium and foods that are high in saturated fats, among others.

Paleo ranks fourth with 7,801 average monthly searches being made for the diet in New York. Otherwise known as the ‘caveman’ diet, the diet consists of fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds. The paleo diet has helped in lowering blood pressure, aiding weight loss and improved insulin sensitivity.

—FitnessVolt (www.fitnessvolt.com)

Snack Better This Summer

BY CHRISTY HINKO chinko@antonmediagroup.com

Eating healthy snacks this summer is a great way to stay refreshed, nourished and energized while enjoying the season. With an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables available, there are plenty of delicious options to choose from. Snacking on these wholesome foods can help you maintain a balanced diet and support your overall well-being.

Opt for refreshing snacks like watermelon, berries, and cucumbers to stay hydrated and cool during the hot summer days. These fruits and vegetables are not only low in calories but also packed with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They provide a natural sweetness and are a great alternative to sugary treats.

Incorporating protein-rich snacks like Greek yogurt, hummus or mixed nuts can help keep you full and satisfied between meals. These snacks provide a good balance of macronutrients and can help stabilize

blood sugar levels, keeping your energy levels steady throughout the day.

Another healthy snacking option is homemade smoothies or fruit popsicles. Blend your favorite fruits with a base like almond milk or yogurt for a refreshing and nutritious treat. You can also experiment with adding leafy greens like spinach or kale to boost the nutritional value.

Remember to plan ahead and pack your snacks when heading out for summer activities. By having healthy options readily available, you can avoid reaching for processed snacks or fast food when hunger strikes.

Embracing healthy snacking habits this summer not only supports your physical health but also enhances your overall enjoyment of the season. So, grab a juicy piece of fruit or whip up a nutritious snack, and savor the flavors of summer while nourishing your body.

Belinda Carlisle’s Fave Albums

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Never let it be said that Belinda Carlisle is someone who neatly fits into one genre. The California native’s musical origins started out in the fertile Southern California punk scene, first as blink-andyou-miss-it drummer for The Germs before making her mark fronting future Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Go-Go’s. Mid-’80s solo success found her pivoting into becoming a pop singer with a string of Top 20 hits including 1986’s “Mad About You,” the 1987 chart-topper “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” and 1988’s “I Get Weak”

plunging into French-sung standards (2007’s Voila) and a collection of Sikh chants set to music (2017’s Wilder Shores). Her latest project, the recently released Kismet EP, is a return to the sexuagenarian vocalist’s pop roots, her first since 1996’s A Man and a Woman. Interestingly enough, this batch of new songs penned by Diane Warren came out of a random meeting between Carlisle’s son Duke and the Grammy-winning composer just as Carlisle was looking to slow things down in her life.

“I wasn’t planning to do anymore English-speaking pop songs in the same vein as Kismet,” Carlisle explained. “My son ran into Diane at a coffee shop in L.A. and he introduced himself. She said, ‘Oh my God, what is your mom doing?

Get her on the phone.’

So they called me and it was out of left field.

My head was spinning. She told me to get to the studio because she had hits for me.

I didn’t say it out loud but I was thinking I wasn’t sure I wanted to do that because it’s a big commitment and I was in the head space of slowing down like I said. But you don’t say no to Diane Warren, so I went to the studio. And she played me ‘Big Big Love,’ which I immediately fell in love with and I said, ‘Okay, let’s go.’ So that’s how it happened. Hence, the name Kismet, which means coincidence, chance meeting, happenstance or something magical. It was all kind of a whirlwind making it and having it out. But if you had told me two years ago that I’d be doing press for new material, I would have said you were nuts.”

With these plans to hit pause on the backburner, Carlisle is currently doing runs on the East and West Coast following a swing

through the UK in February and planned dip into Australia for a sold-out string of dates by year’s end. As for the Go-Go’s, that is a chapter Carlisle said is closed despite a recent flurry of activity in the past decade including a Broadway musical based on the group’s songs (2018’s Head Over Heels), a documentary (2020’s The GoGo’s) and a postponed reunion tour all capped off by the group’s 2021 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

“I think it’s finished,” she said.

“Everybody has their own lives. It had to stop at some point. I think for some of us, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was a great way to cement the legacy of the band. Then I got on the phone with Pat Smear—we were in our first band together—The Germs. And we thought it was funny to go from The Germs to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame—who would have guessed? It was probably one of the best evenings of my life. It was exciting. To feel that wave of love from the audience that night was pretty amazing. And then of course Drew [Barrymore]’s induction speech was incredible. Where do you go from there? It wasn’t like everybody was on the same page, but most of us were and we decided to call it a day.”

With this current return to English language pop, Carlisle plans to resurrect a pre-coronavirus full-length project tentatively titled Once Upon a Time in California.

“That’s the project I was working on before the pandemic that I need to finish up,” she said. “I’ll probably finish it up at some point next year. That will happen next year and I’m sure it will be out the end of next year or the year after. There’s no hurry.”

WHERE LONG ISLAND WINS!

Carlisle was more than happy to share a trio of long-players that helped shape her music tastes early on.

The Beach BoysPet Sounds (1966) “I grew up in Southern California. I think the Beach Boys and Brian Wilson shaped my taste in music. They are part of my DNA.”

Queen - Queen II (1974)

“Queenwas the first rock band that I was crazy, crazy about. That was before the punk movement. It was the most amazing music ever. I listened to that on repeat. That kind of shaped a lot of my ideas about melody.”

Roxy Music - Siren (1975)

“That was an album I heard at art class and introduced me to a whole new genre of music. I discovered Iggy Pop and the rest is history.”

Belinda Carlisle will be appearing on July 17 at Sony Hall, 235 W. 46th St., NYC. Visit www.sonyhall.com or call 212-997-5123 for more information. She will also be appearing on July 18 at NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd.. For more information, visit www. livenation.com or call 877-598-8497.

The Kismet EP was released in May.

Belinda Carlisle

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AUG 18 Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

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SEP 8Anthony Hamilton

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EMface, the state-of-theart medical technology, is disrupting the aesthetic industry and it is now available right here in Roslyn Heights. We had a chance to speak with Dr. Wayne Wertheim, medical director of Island Medical Laser, about this groundbreaking skin rejuvenation procedure.

Dr. Wayne Wertheim Courtesy of Island Laser

“EMface is a revolution in facial treatments,” Wertheim said.

By emitting both synchronized radio frequencies (RF) and high intensity facial electromagnetic stimulation (HIFES) energies, it simultaneously affects the skin and muscles.

“EMface is non-surgical, has no downtime, no needles, no suturing,” Wertheim said. “It is a relaxing procedure and you need about four 20-minute treatments initially once a week for four weeks.”

Maintenance for this procedure is approximately once or twice a year after the initial treatment.

“It is for anyone who wants to have some facial rejuvenation,” Wertheim said. “It is primarily geared toward somebody who is 40 to 60 years old who believes they need a facelift, although we are doing treatments on much younger people too.”

Wertheim said more younger clients are familiar with the machine and its success. “This might be because of social media,”

EMface candidates are men or women who want to firm their skin and define their features to look fresher and more youthful but don’t want surgery or invasive treatment. Epileptics, pregnant women and anyone who has an implant from the neck up (including metal plates and pacemakers in the shoulder area) are not candidates for the treatment.

EMface is the first device on the market utilizing the simultaneous application of both Synchronized RF and HIFES. Synchronized RF remodels and smoothes the skin by heating the dermis and increasing the levels of collagen and elastin fibers. The HIFES technology restores and elevates the support of facial tissues by selectively contracting muscles and increasing density and quality of muscle structure.

“It is not as dramatic as a facelift; it does not replace a surgical facelift, but it does limit the need for Botox or any neuromodulator; people need less of that, less injected filler after using the EMface machine,” Wertheim said. “The treatment gives the face a nice glow, a nice lift, helping to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.”

The treatment series is evaluated at six weeks and then again at 12 weeks.

“The results take time because it takes your body that long to manufacture your own collagen,” Wertheim said. “People come in and say, ‘I have a wedding or a bar mitzvah coming up,’ and in that case, some do choose to supplement with filler or a neurotoxin like Botox.”

This could be the magic wand we have been waiting for.

Island Medical Laser and Island EMface is located at 118 Glen Cove Rd. in Roslyn Heights. Visit www.islandemface.com to learn more or call 516-299-5500 to schedule a consultation.

EMface treatment Courtesy of Island Laser

HOMES

Recently Sold

This home at 42 Autumn Ln. in Hicksville sold on June 29 for $1,320,000. Modern luxury combined with superb craftsmanship are embodied in this 3,400 square-foot stone front Colonial-style home situated on an oversized lot. The walk-in double height entry leads to nine-foot ceiling heights throughout the main floor. The first floor features a living room with coffered ceiling, a huge den with a gas fireplace, a formal dining room with a dry bar, an eat-in-kitchen with a huge island, stainless steel appliances with six-burner gas cooking and a walk-in pantry. The ground floor offers a bedroom with a full bathroom and his/her closet space. The second floor features a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a huge walk-in closet, three other bedrooms, a full bath with two vanities, a linen closet, a laundry room and a closet. The huge basement has a nine-foot ceiling, an exterior outside entrance, huge basement windows and an egress window. Other features included are an iron entry door, Andersen windows, solid wood exterior doors, oak floors throughout, a two-car driveway, paver patio, two-zone central air conditioning and gas heating.

HOME & DESIGN

Test Your Home For Radon

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels in about 14% of homes in New York. The American Lung Association in New York is urging everyone to test their home for radon.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas emitted from the ground. Radon can enter a home through cracks in floors, basement walls, foundations and other openings. Exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and is the leading cause of lung cancer in people who have never smoked. Here in New York, about 14% of radon test results equal or exceed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) action level of 4 pCi/L, according to the Lung Association’s “State of Lung Cancer” report.

This beautiful expanded cape at 10 Frances Ln. in North Hicksville on a cul-de-sac sold on June 30 for $769,000. It has four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The first floor includes a master bedroom and an additional bedroom with a renovated full bath. There is a beautiful new eat-in-kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The home has a large living room also. The second floor has two large bedrooms with a renovated full bathroom. The newly finished basement has a large utility room and storage room. The driveway holds four cars, leading to the detached two-car garage. The property is 60’x 120’ and includes a lush green backyard with PVC fencing.

“Radon is responsible for an estimated 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year and is the leading cause of lung cancer in people who have never smoked. Since radon is odorless, tasteless and colorless, the only way to detect radon in your home is to test the air. This is why it is critical for everyone to test their home,” said Trevor Summerfield, Director of Advocacy for the Lung Association. “Radon Action Month is the perfect time to learn more about this dangerous gas and take action to protect yourself and your loved ones.”

Do-it-yourself radon test

kits are simple to use and inexpensive. EPA urges anyone with radon levels at or above 4 picoCuries per liter (pCi/L) to take action to install a mitigation system in their homes. Both the EPA and the American Lung Association recommend that mitigation be considered if levels are greater than 2 pCi/L. After high levels are detected, a radon mitigation system should be installed by a radon professional.

A typical radon mitigation system consists of a vent pipe, fan, and properly sealing cracks and other openings. This system collects radon gas from underneath the foundation and vents it to the outside of your home. If you need to have a radon mitigation system installed, contact your state radon program for a list of certified radon mitigation professionals.

Learn more about radon testing and mitigation at www. Lung.org/Radon.

—American Lung Association

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

REPLACE. RENEW. RESTORE.

A radon test kit

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WORD FIND

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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 15 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Caring for others gives you a natural lift, as long as you keep a balance. Past a certain amount of giving, your energy will be drained instead of boosted. ere’s a kind of internal regulation system to set up and pay attention to here involving an awareness of your energy levels and your resources for refuelling.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). A major theme this week is the search for meaning, which is an ongoing process. Does it relax you to know that what you gather from relationships, culture and even from your own stories is always changing? Self-re ection will lead you to new understanding of your purpose and a fresh way to view your history.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). e ancients listened their way through the wild to nd their food and avoid becoming the food of a predator. ese days, listening is still one of the top skills for getting along in life, and it will be your strength this week. You’ll put an ear to the “grapevine,” hear approaching opportunity and sensitize yourself to nuances of communication.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It will take time for these improvements you’re making to fully blossom in your life. When results seem meager and it doesn’t all line up logically, accept that as a normal part of the process and have faith as you follow the directions a little longer. Something nonsensical will sort itself out by the end of the week as deeper reasoning emerges.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). How can you answer the needs of those around you? is is the magic question to keep asking because the discovery will go deeper and deeper. You’ll also be honing social skills, especially the sort you employ for networking. Experiment with di erent approaches, topics and takes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Managing the various components of a relationship can be more di cult than balancing on a tightrope, and for certain high-stakes relationships, the result can feel as elating, the consequences as dire. e use of a balancing pole will stabilize the endeavor. Shared routines, a mutually understood language and common goals will give you the e ect.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll once again be reminded of your core similarities in the kinship of humanity, even though you may seem to be thinking very di erently from everyone you’re around this week. It’s not yet time to share your ideas or your unique mental process, but that hour is coming. For now, keep working with the aim of clarity and relevance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). ere can be a uidness to your beliefs. is isn’t wishy-washiness, but sophistication. e reasons to believe things that aren’t technically real may include optimism, grace, delusion, hope, denial, vision, to name a few. While beliefs can change, your values, like altruism and kindness, remain.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It’s all humming along this week, and your natural inclination will be to relax and let the wheels turn. Smart! If you throw on the brakes, it will be hard to get back to your current momentum. Also, attention will ow your way, and it’s up to you to de ect it or use it to your advantage.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). e word “wild” is often associated with abundant energy, but in the actual wilderness, sleep is top priority. Tigers sleep 16 hours a day. Opossums and armadillos clock in 18 hours. Since the most energetic version of you will be the best rested one, make sleep more of a priority this week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You can be who you want to be. One de nition of identity: a story you tell yourself about who you are. ere is not one truth, but many true options for your focus. You’ll press into malleable parts of your personality and shape your thinking to align with new goals and aspirations.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). It can be daunting to try the new thing, but what you gain from daring to venture into uncharted territory is worth the risk. Another version of you waits on the other side of doing. You look forward to seeing what qualities will be acquired through the invaluable gift of experience.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

Even as you enjoy a bountiful year, you’ll be happy not to have exactly all you need because the fun is in reaching out and connecting with others. Collaborations bring love and money into your world. Record things as you go, as these experiences will add up to a new philosophy of sorts. More highlights: You’ll endeavor a 10-week study that ends in new friends, skills and investments. You’ll witness magic in a place and return several times to share it. Developments for people in your inner circle will involve and delight you.

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Solution: 15 Letters

WORD FIND

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 15 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

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CONTRACT BRIDGE

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Solution:

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point, declarer is in a position to guarantee the contract regardless of how the missing cards are divided! But he must first take several preliminary steps to assure a favorable outcome.

Declarer starts by ruffing the eight of hearts high. He then cashes the A-K of diamonds. If the suit is divided 3-2, or if East holds four diamonds to the queen, the worst that can happen is that South loses a diamond trick.

Opening lead — king of hearts.

The finesse is a wonderful device, but this does not mean declarer should utilize it just because the opportunity for its use exists. Because there is usually an element of luck inherent in the success or failure of a finesse, a competent declarer should always look for an alternative line of play to improve on his chances.

Consider this deal where South wins the heart lead with the ace and plays the A-K of trump, both defenders following suit. At this

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But even if, as in the actual case, West turns out to have four (or five) diamonds to the queen, the slam is still ice-cold. Declarer next leads a club and, after West follows low, plays the eight from dummy! East wins with the nine, but it doesn’t matter what he does next. A club return into dummy’s A-K-J allows South to discard his two remaining diamonds, while a heart return lets South discard a diamond as he ruffs with dummy’s nine of spades. Declarer’s other diamond then goes off on a high club.

Note that West cannot foil the endplay by playing the ten of clubs on the club lead toward dummy, as declarer can counter by covering the ten with the jack. East wins with the queen but then finds himself in the same predicament described above.

Weekly Sudoku Puzzle

Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

A Nassau County nonpro t organization is seeking sealed bids for purchase and installation of security related enhancements. The project includes installation of smart entry system alerts, surveillance cameras, fencing, bollards, and door hardening. Selection criteria will be based on knowledge of security technology, provision and installation of equipment within our time constraints, prior experience and references, and cost. MWBE certi cation a plus. Speci cations and bid requirements can be obtained by contacting us at ykysecquotes@gmail.com. All interested rms will be required to sign for the proposal documents and to provide a primary contact, telephone, fax, and email address. Bids will be accepted until 5 pm on July 27, 2023. Work is to commence by July 31, 2023 and to be completed no later than August 31, 2023.

Request for Proposal

A nonpro t organization in Manhasset and Syosset is seeking bids for the sale and installation of security related enhancements. The project includes installation of Closed-Circuit Television equipment. The selection criteria will be based on knowledge of surveillance and security, adherence to projected work schedule, prior experience, references, and cost.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUN-

TY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR SC PARK LANE II TRUST 2019-1, Plaintiff, vs. TDOC GROUP 1 INC, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 3, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 20, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 89 Osbourne Avenue, West Hempstead, NY 11552. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at West Hempstead, unincorporated area, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 33, Block 614 and Lot 10. Approximate amount of judgment is $1,544,278.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 600167/2020. This foreclosure sale will be held on the North Side Steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No: 191958-1

7-12-5; 6-28-21-2023-4T#241385-NIN/CITY

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. GESNER SEJOUR, et al, Defts. Index #611849/2021. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered March 17, 2022, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 24, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 35, Block 456, Lot 582-584. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the sale.

ELLEN DURST, Referee.

LEVY LEVY, Attys. for

Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY. #100446

7-12-5; 6-28-21-2023-4T#241320-NIN/CITY

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT

NASSAU COUNTY

JPMORGAN CHASE

BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff against PAUL CARROZZO A/K/A PAUL CARROZO, et al Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein

Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614 .

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered

January 6, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 26, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 980 Windermere Road, Franklin Square, NY 11010. Sec 35. Block 510 Lot 10. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Franklin Square, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $563,713.73 plus interest, fees, and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 010924/2013.

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

Mark Lieberman, Esq., Referee YSLSN004 7-12-5; 6-28-21-2023-4T#241414-NIN/CITY

LEGAL NOTICE

TheLEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIZATION TRUST

2007-A1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-A UNDER

LEGAL NOTICES

sau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501. This Auction will be held rain or shine on 8/8/2023 at 2:30

PM, premises known as 401 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, New York 11530, And Described As Follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Garden City, In The Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York.

Section 34 Block 68 Lot 101

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $1,449,947.54 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 2011/005822

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

George P. Esernio, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated:

6/1/2023 File Number: 2723397 RS 7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241528-NIN/CITY

LEGAL NOTICE

SURROGATE’S COURTNASSAU COUNTY PROBATE CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

By the Grace of God Free and Independent File No.2022-3733

To Jacob Frank, Beryl Frank, Rebecca Gross and any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirs-at-law and next-of-kin of the said MARSHA RIBON , deceased, and if any of the said above distributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained.

GREETINGS

A PETITION having been duly filed by Russell W. Rosen and Gaitree Ji, who are residing at 444 East 86th, St. Apt 24b, NY NY 10028 and 595 Elm St., West Hempstead, NY YOU ARE HEREBY CITED

domiciled at 1136 Park Lane North, Franklin Square, NY 11010 admitting to probate a Will dated October 20, 2017, a copy of which is attached, as the Will of MARSHA RIBON deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that { X] Letters Testamentary to Russell W. Rosen and Gaitree Ji ) Letters of Trusteeship to ] Letters of Administration c.t.a. issue to ]Further relief sought (if any):

HON. MARGARET C. REILLY, Surrogate Dated, Attested and Sealed June 13, 2023

SEAL

Name of Attorney: Warshaw Burstein LLP

Address 575 Lexington Ave., 7th Fl, NY NY 10022 212-984-7882

Plese@wbny.com

Phone No.

Debra Keller Leimbach, Chief Clerk

This Citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not obliged to appear in person. If you fail to appear, it will be assumed that you consent to the proceedings, unless you file written verified objections thereto. You have a right to have an attorney-at-law appear for you. A TRUE COPY OF THE WILL OFFERED FOR PROBATE MUST BE ATTACHED TO THIS CITATION

Notice: 22NYCRR 207.7c: Proof of Service should be filed on or before the second day preceding the return date.

7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241626-NIN/CITY

MINEOLA

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF UPLAND MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST A, Plaintiff, vs. RIAZ AHMAD, ET AL., Defendant (s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 9, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 2, 2023, at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 223 JACKSON AVE, MINEOLA, NEW YORK 11501-2425.

of filed Judgment Index # 602527/2019. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Referee.

MARK LIEBERMAN, Esq., Referee

Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff

7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241600-NIN/MA

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P., Plaintiff, vs. AILEEN TUPPER, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Amending Caption, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 8, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 8, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 537 Liberty Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11596. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Williston Park, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 9, Block 272 and Lot 144. Approximate amount of judgment is $414,006.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 614054/2018. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

James J. Keefe, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 201094-1 7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241601-NIN/MA

NEW HYDE PARK

Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 24, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 9, Block 234, Lots 111-113, 129-129. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the sale.

RON FERRARO, Referee.

LEVY LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY. #100481

7-12-5; 6-28-21-2023-4T#241319-NIN/NHP

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of DULCE LENAHAN CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/05/2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 160 Arthur Avenue, Floral Park, NY 11001. Purpose: any lawful act.

7-26-19-12-5; 6-28-21-20236T-#241422-NIN/NHP

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of PHELLOTECH LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/02/2023.

Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 1818 Chowan St., Elmont, NY, 11003. Purpose: any lawful act.

7-26-19-12-5; 6-28-21-20236T-#241431-NIN/NHP

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Teddy5 Productions. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/17/23. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The Post Office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her is: United States Corporation Agents Inc., 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202 Brooklyn, NY, 11228. The principal business address of the LLC is 610 Terrace Blvd New Hyde Park, NY, 11040.

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judgment of foreclosure and sale entered June 5, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the north side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 27, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., prem. k/a 548 North Third Street a/k/a 548 Third Street, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 a/k/a Section 8, Block 23, Lot 82. Lot Group 82-83. Approx. amt. of judgment is $113,906.75 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Foreclosure auction will be held “rain or shine.” If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the auction.

JUDGE SCOTT H. SILLER, Referee. MARGOLIN, WEINREB NIERER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 165 Eileen Way, Ste. 101, Syosset, NY. #100521

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LEGAL NOTICE

REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU JPMORGAN CHASE

BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff - against - DAVID OSTAD A/K/A DAVID H. OSTAD, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 12, 2023. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 3rd day of August, 2023 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Old Westbury, County of Nassau, State of New York.

Premises known as 7 Coachmans Court, Old Westbury, NY 11568.

(Section: 19, Block: 51, Lot: 1189)

Approximate amount of lien $2,443,075.61 plus interest and costs.

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

Index No. 611884/2018. Stephen G. Frommer, Esq., Referee.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 10/25/2017, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nas-

TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on August 30, 2023 at 9:30 o’clock in the fore noon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of MARSHA RIBON, lately

All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau (formerly Queens) and State of New York, Section: 9, Block: 400, Lot: 346 (Lot Group 346-347). The approximate amount of judgment is $515,166.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. MAHI PROPERTY CORP., et al, Defts. Index #604287/2022. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered May 15, 2023, I will sell at public auction on North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER

TRUSTEE OF THE ASPEN

G3 TRUST, A DELAWARE STATUTORY TRUST, Pltf. vs. SHEIKH A. SHAKOOR, et al, Defts. Index #613056/2020. Pursuant to

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

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

Dated: May 24, 2023

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the

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

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP.,

Pltf. vs. FRANCIS LEWIS

PROPERTY HOLDING CORP., et al, Defts. Index #604159/2022. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered June 22, 2023, I will sell at public auction on North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on August 10, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 8, Block 165, Lot(s) 56-57, 158. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. RONALD

FERRARO, Referee. LEVY LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY. #100555

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF LEGAL

POSTPONEMENT OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

NASSAU COUNTY

WILMINGTON SAVINGS

FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA

TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR BROUGHAM FUND I

TRUST, Plaintiff against SURINDER S. GHOTRA

A/K/A SURINDER

GHOTRA, et al Defendant(s)

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

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 18, 2019, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 19, 2023 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 112 Hillside Boulevard, New Hyde Park, NY 11040. Sec 8 Block 35 Lot 85. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of New Hyde Park, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $649,604.12 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 602785/2018.

During the COVID-19 health

emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Sale originally scheduled on June 21, 2023.

Larry H. Weiss, Esq., Referee NY201700000152-2

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Town Law Section 181-b (1) and pursuant to General Municipal Law Section 35, (2a) the fiscal affairs of the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire District in the Town of North Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, for the period beginning on January 1, 2022 and ending on December 31, 2022, have been examined by Independent Certified Public Accounting firm of Craig, Fitzsimmons Meyer, LLP Smithtown, NY. A copy of their independent audit report has been filed with the New York Office of the State Comptroller where it is available as a public record for inspection by all interested persons.

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for: Water Main Replacement on Evans Street

H2M Project No.: MLWD2352 will be received by the Board of Commissioners of the Manhasset-Lakeville Water District (Owner) at the office of the Water District, 170 East Shore Road, Great Neck, New York 11023, until 4:00 p.m., Prevailing Time on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, and will be publicly opened and read aloud at 4:00 p.m. Complete sets of Hard Copy

Bidding Documents may be obtained from REV, 28 Church Street, Unit 7, Warwick, New York 10990, Tel: 1-877-272-0216, upon depositing the sum of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for each combined set of documents. Checks or money orders shall be made payable to H2M architects engineers. Plan deposit is refundable in accordance with the terms in the Information for Bidders

to all submitting bids. Any bidder requiring documents to be shipped shall make arrangements with the printer and pay for all packaging and shipping costs.

Digital Bidding Documents may be obtained from the following website: h2mplanroom.com as an online download for a non-refundable fee of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) , paid by credit card. Please note REV and h2mplanroom.com are the designated locations and means for distributing and obtaining all bid package information. All bidders are urged to register to ensure receipt of all necessary information, including bid addenda. All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered plan holders via email and will be available at h2mplanroom.com. Plan holders who have paid for hard copies of the bid documents will need to make the determination if hard copies of the addenda are required for their use, and coordinate directly with REV for hard copies of addenda to be issued. There will be no charge for registered plan holders to obtain hard copies of the bid addenda.

Each proposal submitted must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, made payable to the Manhasset-Lakeville Water District, in an amount not less than five percent (5 ) of the total amount of the bid, as a commitment by the bidder that, if its bid is accepted, it will enter into a contract to perform the work and will execute such further security as may be required for the faithful performance of the contract.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive any informalities and to accept such bid which, in the opinion of the Owner, is in the best interests of the Owner.

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

MANHASSET-LAKEVILLE

WATER DISTRICT

Mark S. Sauvigne, Chairman Brian J. Morris, Treasurer Steve Flynn, Secretary

DATED: JULY 13, 2023

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WESTBURY

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF NASSAU

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Fremont Home Loan Trust 2005-1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-1, Plaintiff AGAINST Okechukwu Mgbeokwere; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 19, 2023 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on July 20, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 559 Livingston Street, Westbury, NY 11590.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Westbury, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 0010 Block 0000M-00 Lots 7, 8, and 10. Approximate amount of judgment $666,031.86 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 002706/2016. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro Barak, LLC

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

Dated: May 22, 2023

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU CHESED VENTURES LLC, Plaintiff -against- VINCENT BUFFOLINO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated April 25, 2022 and entered on May 2, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 20, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at East Meadow in the Township of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the northerly side of South Cypress Lane, distant 128.31 feet west of the corner formed by the intersection of the northerly side of South Cypress Lane and the westerly side of Cottonwood Lane; RUNNING THENCE westerly along the northerly side of South Cypress Lane on a course which forms an interior angle of 151 degrees 13 minutes 43 seconds with the chord of an arc of a curve having a radius of 100.00 feet and a length of 100.43 feet which connects to the northeasterly side of South Cypress Lane with the easterly side of West Cypress Lane, a distance of 22 feet; THENCE northwesterly and northerly along the arc of said curve to the right having a radius of 100.00 feet, a distance of 100.43 feet; THENCE northerly along the easterly side of West Cypress Lane on a course which forms an interior angle of 151 degrees 13 minutes 43 seconds with the chord of said last mentioned arc of a curve, a distance of 21.18 feet; THENCE easterly and at right angles to West Cypress Lane a distance of 100.00 feet; THENCE southerly and at right angles to the

preceding course, a distance of 60 feet; THENCE southwesterly on a course forming an interior angle of 148 degrees 32 minutes 11 seconds with the preceding course a distance of 67.25 feet to the northerly side of South Cypress Lane at the point or place of BEGINNING. Section: 45 Block: 388 Lot: 14

All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 154 CYPRESS LANE WEST, WESTBURY, NY Approximate amount of lien $526,684.43 plus interest costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 604749/2018. CHARLES CASOLARO, ESQ., Referee Zeichner Ellman Krause LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 1211 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10036

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION C/O CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. LOUIS MAUCLAIR, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 27, 2009 and Order Confirming Referee Report and Further Amending Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale Nunc Pro Tunc duly entered on June 6, 2022 and an Order Appointing Substitute Referee duly entered on October 28, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 27, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 827 Eastfield Road, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Westbury, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 11, Block 402 and Lot 41. Approximate amount of judgment is $1,115,862.53 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 007792/2007. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Malachy Lyons, Jr., Esq.,

Referee

Eckert Seamans Cherin Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF NASSAU

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for American Home Mortgage Assets Trust 2007-3, Mortgage-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2007-3, Plaintiff AGAINST

Richard Taylor; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 16, 2018 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 2, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 258 Covert Street, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at New Cassel near Westbury, in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 11 Block 96 Lots 35 36. Approximate amount of judgment $404,645.53 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 008833/2015. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Jane Shrenkel, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP

f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro Barak, LLC

Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff

175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: May 24, 2023 7-19-12-5; 6-28-2023-4T#241487-NIN/WBY

LEGAL NOTICE

File No. 2021-3606 SURROGATE’S COURT NASSAU COUNTY PROBATE CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK,

By the Grace of God Free and Independent

TO: Thomas Hegewald

TO: Michael Hegewald

To: Jennifer Hegewald Galvin

To: Elizabeth Bianchi Howard

To: Mark Bianchi

TO: Any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirsat-law and next-of-kin of the said EVA FORD, deceased,

and if any of the said above distributees named specifically or as a class be dead their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained.

TO: Nassau County Public Administrator

TO: Attorney General N.Y. State GREETINGS;

A petition having been duly filed by Nancy Skelton, who is domiciled at 49 Lace Lane Westbury NY 11590.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED

TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road Mineola, NY 11501 on August 30, 2023 at 9:30 o’clock in the fore noon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the Estate of Eva Ford lately domiciled at 152 Lewis Ave Westbury NY 11590 admitting to probate a Will dated 12th day of March, 2018 a copy of which is attached, as the Will of Eva Ford deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that Letters Testamentary issue to Nancy Skelton.

HON. MARGARET C. REILLY Surrogate

June 13, 2023

Dated, Attested and Sealed, Debra KellerLeimbach, Chief Clerk

This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not obliged to appear in person. If you fail to appear, it will be assumed that you consent to the proceedings, unless you file written verified objections thereto. You have a right to have an attorney-at-law appear for you.

Attorney: Oleh N. Dekajlo Esq.

Address: 1975 Hempstead Turnpike East Meadow NY 11554 Phone: (516) 542-9300

Email: Dekajlo@aol.com

A TRUE COPY OF THE WILL OFFERED FOR PROBATE MUST BE ATTACHED TO THIS CITATION

Notice: 22NYCRR 207.7c: Proof of Service should be on filed on or before the second day preceding the return date. In computing such period of two days, Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays shall not be taken into account.

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES

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2005-A8, Plaintiff, Against IVAN BRITO, ET AL. Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 01/21/2020, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501.

This Auction will be held rain or shine on 8/8/2023 at 2:00pm, premises known as 310 Fulton Street, Westbury, New York 11590, And Described As Follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being In the Incorporated Village of Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, and State of New York.

Section 10 Block 178 Lot 219

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $705,325.12 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index 15889/2009

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

Giulia Palermo, Esq., Referee.

McCabe, Weisberg Conway, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 6/20/23

File Number: 18-301654 SH 7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241627-NIN/WBY

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

NASSAU COUNTY

U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A.

AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9

MASTER PARTICIPATION

TRUST, Plaintiff against SHEILA MILLER, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ANDREA BEDFORD A/K/A ANDREA AG-

NES BEDFORD A/K/A AN-

DREAS BEDFORD A/K/A

ANDREAS AGNES BEDFORD, et al Defendant(s)

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

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered

October 30, 2019, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 4, 2023 at 2:30 PM.

Premises known as 3 Hommell Street, Valley Stream, NY 11580. Sec 37 Block 462

Lot 147. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $806,878.10 plus interest, fees, and costs.

Premises will be sold subject

to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 005021/2016. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.

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

David Dikman, Esq., Referee NY-73000135-16 7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241640-NIN/WBY

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF MFRA TRUST 2015-1, Plaintiff, vs. MARLENE BRANDSTETTER, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Amended Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 13, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 8, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 31 Palm Lane, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at East Meadow, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 456 and Lot 29. Approximate amount of judgment is $742,062.77 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #10672/2014. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Maria Sideris, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New

York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 180601-1 7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241653-NIN/WBY

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS INC., V. MONIQUE ST CLAIR AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIE ST CLAIR, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated February 09, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS INC. is the Plaintiff and MONIQUE ST CLAIR AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MARIE ST CLAIR, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on August 1, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 12 OAKSDALE DRIVE A/K/A OAKDALE DRIVE, WESTBURY, NY 11590: Section 11, Block 418, Lot 14:

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT NEW CASSEL, PARTLY IN THE TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD AND PARTLY IN THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 009097/2015. Lawrence

A. Weinreich, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. LLOYD GRAY, et al, Defts. Index #606559/2022. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered June 22, 2023, I will sell at public auction on North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court,

100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on August 14, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 11, Block 412, Lot 45. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. BRIAN

J. DAVIS, Referee. LEVY

LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY. #100554

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, Plaintiff AGAINST Bruce Purrington a/k/a Bruce R. Purrington; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 7, 2022 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 10, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 61 Prince Lane, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 45 Block 461 Lot 3. Approximate amount of judgment $465,123.38 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 605057/2019. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Janine Lynam, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 4304792 Dated: June 6, 2023 76614

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LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL

POSTPONEMENT OF NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY ON BEHALF OF FINANCIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORP., SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2007-WMC1, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007WMC1, Plaintiff, vs. NICOLE GONZALES, ET AL., Defendant (s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 30, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Nassau County Courthouse, North Side steps, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York on July 26, 2023, at 2:00 P.M., premises known as 450 LINDEN STREET,

WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY

11552. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Hempstead, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 35, Block: 392, Lot: 204. Approximate amount of judgment is $664,224.75 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 003892/2016. Prior sale was initially scheduled for June 28, 2023.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Referee.

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

SCOTT FARRELL

GUARDINO, Esq., Referee Roach Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 7-12-2023-1T-#241693-NIN/ WBY

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR

FINANCE OF AMERICA

STRUCTURED SECURITIES ACQUISITION

TRUST 2018-HB1, Plaintiff, vs. BEVERLY GARZA, AS FIDUCIARY OF THE ESTATE OF BETTIE J. GARZA

AKA BETTIE JEAN GARZA, DECEASED, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 20, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 14, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 207 Wright Street, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 11, Block 40 and Lot 61. Approximate amount of judgment is $273,559.25 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 610117/2019. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will

cancel the sale.

Brian Davis, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 8-2; 7-26-19-12-2023-4T#241798-NIN/WBY

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Entertainment Across Generations At The Empire State Fair

DYLAN ROSKOVENSKY

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The smell of popcorn and funnel cake is flowing as the carnival comes to town this summer. Hosted by the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, and presented by Dreamland Entertainment, the 2023 edition of the Empire State Fair includes many more interactive attractions, too.

Every day features a rotation of events for people to enjoy, with an all-day educational petting zoo experience, shows running every hour, and fireworks on select days. The fair also includes over 20 rides for people of all ages.

This year’s event will be beneficial to the local community, explained David Erickson, one of the fair’s managers, in an interview with Anton Media Group. “At this site there’s probably 100 people working for us. Plus the vendors, plus the food, plus the games. So, economically it’s a big impact.”

Local businesses have also received a boost from the fair being in town, Erickson said. “The expenses for running a show like this is high. Everybody [involved] is spending money in the community. Every supplier has to buy their supplies, and that’s all done locally.”

While much of the fair is found locally,

you can also see something unfamiliar. Through Eudora Wildlife Safari Park, the fair is hosting a petting zoo of exotic animals.

Gregory Steadman, manager for Eudora Farms, talked about the petting zoo experience that Eudora Farms provides. “These guys here are not carnival animals. We start them off when they are young, we train them and get them to be very sweet, gentle and social. We want to offer a fun family activity where they can learn about animals. Oftentimes people are a little nervous with animals. This is a good approach for you to get comfortable and learn more about them.”

Steadman also discussed the goals of Eudora Farms: “We want to bring an educational portion to the public. Not too often that people get to witness animals like this and we’re all about animal conservation and preservation, but the first step of that is education.”

If exotic animals aren’t for you, you can also check out the circus, as the Royal Hanneford Circus performs their many acts under the big top every two hours. The Royal

Hanneford Circus focuses on bringing a fresh look to family entertainment. Training starts early, as many performers have been in the circus their whole lives.

Carlos Rios, manager of the circus performance, spoke about what the event means to the performers. “It’s really nice for us, we always come to New York around this time. We get to see a lot of similar faces. We’re just really happy to be back every year with Dreamland Amusements.”

“I’m seventh generation myself, my son becomes eighth on my side and ninth on his mother’s side. We were born and raised in circus and show business and we travel for a living and do this every day of our lives. This is it for us,” Rios said.

Erickson also commented, “Being on the ground, putting your feet on the street, and really feeling the excitement of other people. The kids screaming on the rides, the smell of the food…it’s something real. You’re in the middle of something. You feel it. You feel the energy.”

The Empire State Fair will be open every day (barring weather) through July 16th.

Modigliani Modern Por trait AND THE

July 22 - November 5

Modigliani changed art history. This blockbuster show, curated by the world's leading expert, includes Greta Garbo's Modigliani painting, loaned by her heirs.

Summer Art Lab July 10-14, July 17-21, July 24-28, July 31-August 4

Monday-Friday: 9 am-12 pm

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The sparkling front entrance of the 2023 Empire State Fair. (Photos by Dylan Roskovensky)

A view from the ferris wheel.

WESTBURY STUDENTS RAISE FUNDS FOR SISTER SCHOOL IN GHANA

Near the end of the school year, Westbury High School’s National Student Council announced that their fundraising efforts raised $2,500 for their sister school, Diaspora Girls’ Senior High School, in Ghana. The funds raised will go towards constructing a summer hut which will be used as a multi-purpose pavilion for classroom instruction and a visitors’ lounge.

In a letter from Headmistress of Diaspora Girls’ Senior High School Ama Thomspon to Naomi Parisette, National Student Council advisor, Ms. Thomspon said, “On behalf of the Board of Governors, school administration, the Parent Teacher Association (P.T.A.), staff, and students of Diaspora Girls’ Senior High School, I write to express my heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to you and the National Student Council members for donating an amount of two thousand five hundred dollars. I wish to state that we are very grateful for your timely intervention and

promise to use the money for the intended purpose.”

Over the past 11 years, the Westbury National Student Council has conducted countless fundraising initiatives for their sister school to build a bus shelter and water well, sponsor tuition for scholars, donate to the expansion

MINEOLA HIGH STUDENT SERVICE CENTER RECEIVES GRANT FOR ‘LUNCH BUNCH’

The Mineola High School Student Service Center has been awarded a $3,500 grant by the Nassau Bar Association WE CARE Fund.

This generous grant will be used to fund the Lunch Bunch, a monthly program that invites local senior citizens to join students at the school to enjoy catered lunch and inspired intergenerational conversations.

Since 1983, the Mineola High School Student Service Center has stressed the value of public service by offering students the opportunity to volunteer and provide community support during and after school. During the 2022-23 school year, more than 200 students participated, volunteering more than 3,400 hours collectively.

— Submitted by the Mineola School District

fund and pay for both soccer jerseys for a new sports team and feminine hygiene products.

“The Westbury National Student Council is incredibly honored to have had the opportunity over the past 11 years to support the Diaspora Girls’ Senior High School,” said Ms. Parisette.

“Our honor society students are charitable and compassionate individuals who are always looking for ways to support not just the Westbury community but those across the globe.”

In addition to the fundraisers held to support the Diaspora Girls’ Senior High School, The

Westbury National Student Council has raised money for Ukraine, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, local veterans, and the World Wildlife Fund, among the many fundraising efforts they have put forth.

— Submitted by Westbury High School

FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL HOSTS ANNUAL STEAM CARNIVAL

Floral Park-Bellerose School third-graders culminated their science unit on force and motion by hosting an outdoor carnival on June 12.

The students were tasked with creating a carnival game that required force and motion to play. They worked either individually or in pairs at home to create their own game. Additionally, they picked their own prizes to hand out. Younger students were invited outside to play the games.

— Submitted by Floral ParkBellerose Union Free School District

Westbury High School’s sister school in Ghana, Diaspora Girls’ Senior High School.

A structure in Ghana funded by Westbury High School’s National Student Council. (Courtesy of Westbury High School)

Floral Park-Bellerose School third-graders culminated their science unit on force and motion by hosting an outdoor carnival on June 12. (Courtesy of the Floral Park-Bellerose Union Free School District)

L to R: We Care Fund co-chairs Joseph A. Lo Piccolo and Deanne M. Caputo, Mineola High School English teacher and Student Service Center co-coordinator Claudia Rudnet, Mineola High School principal Dr. Nicole Culella and Nassau County Bar Association president Sanford Strenger. (Courtesy of Mineola School District)

Graduation Snapshots

Our heartiest congratulations to the Class of 2023 and their families, friends, and educators on their many accomplishments! Here are just a few peeks at graduation ceremonies from across our coverage area.

Carle Place High School celebrated its 67th Commencement on June 23. (Photos by Alex Nuñez)

Garden City High School celebrated its 89th Commencement on June 24.

(Courtesy of Garden City School District)

Westbury High School celebrated its 102nd Commencement on June 23. (Photos by Alex Nuñez)

Mineola High School Class of 2023 graduates were celebrated on June 24. (Courtesy Mineola School District via Twitter)

Floral Park Memorial High School Class of 2023 graduates were celebrated on June 24.

Elmont Memorial High School Class of 2023 graduates were celebrated at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex at Hofstra University on June 25. (Courtesy of SCHSD)

H. Frank Carey High School Class of 2023 graduates were celebrated on June 24.

New Hyde Park Memorial High School Class of 2023 graduates were celebrated on June 25.

Sewanhaka High School Class of 2023 graduates were celebrated on June 25.

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