The Nassau Observer 7/19/23 edition is published weekly by Anton Media Group

Talks Of Sharks, Rip Currents And Bacteria Complicate Beach Days

What you need to know

JENNIFER CORR

jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

Between rain, thunderstorms and low air quality, Long Island residents are taking any warm and sunny day they can get to head out to the beach. But nothing in life is easy, of course, as news stories keep popping up, warning of shark sightings and bites, dangerous rip currents and bacteria-laden water.

As of press time, five swimmers have reported that they were bitten by sharks at South Shore beaches. In 2022, there were eight shark attacks.

Following the increase of shark sightings, New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that new shark-monitoring drones would be deployed to local beach communities on Long Island and in New York City.

Since the movie Jaws came out in 1975, a fear of getting attacked by a great white shark has been instilled into the masses. But according to Dr. Bradley Peterson, an associate professor at the Stony Brook University School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, Long Island beach-goers are not confronting those types of sharks.

Instead, the swimmers are likely confronting sand tiger or dusky sharks.

“It’s incredibly rare that anybody will be interacting with a shark and none of the interactions so far has caused life threatening injuries or loss of limb.,” Dr. Peterson said. “The other thing is, this year we have 100 times more eyes looking into the water from above looking into the water this year, meaning all the drones, all the helicopters. The sharks were there, and have been there, over the last decades... the numbers may have risen on the South Shore of Long Island over the last decade, as the bunker has increased over the last decade.”

Dr. Peterson added that the sharks are going into more shallow water because the easiest way for them to get their prey is to drive fish there, since there is less volume of water for the fish to escape.

“When they have bitten a person out there, they haven’t tried to take out a piece of flesh from that person, they recognize ‘oh, this isn’t the fish I was looking for’ and move on,” Dr. Peterson said. “We are not looking at, off the coast of Massachusetts, large predatory sharks that are life-threat-

ening. We are looking at small sharks.”

While there is no reason to panic, it is important for swimmers and surfers to know how to protect themselves and their families.

“Right now, there is a lot of infrastructure to keep their eyes open for potential sharks in the area,” Dr. Peterson said. “If I was in the water and I was splashing around, having a great time with the family and I saw a school of bunker come to where I am, I would simply step out of the water, because the predators moving around those fish to try to get a meal, they may actually think I’m one of those fish when they are going after something else. And those fish move on. You could step out of the water and watch the bunker move on, then I’d just step back in with my family.”

If a person does confront a shark, Dr. Peterson recommends facing the shark and then walking or swimming backwards towards the land.

Chris Holub, the director of the Eastern Surfing Association-New York District, said that all surfers know that sharks just come with the territory of spending time in the ocean.

“They live there,” Holub said. “We’re their

visitors... It’s not uncommon for surfers to see a shark.”

When surfers do encounter a shark, they’re often smaller sharks.

But, Holub added, it is important that surfers and swimmers take certain conditions into mind. Surfers and swimmers should always follow the directions of lifeguards.

“There are some precautions that are common sense,” Holub said. “Any fish, including sharks, do feed in the morning and at dusk, at night. So if there are some signs that if you believe there are schools of bait fish... and/or the water is murky, and it’s probably very early morning or very late in the afternoon, you should probably use some judgment.”

Rip currents have also made waves in the news cycle. Earlier in July, two teens were rescued after being pulled away by a rip current in Cutchogue. On July 5, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, alongside resident Josephine de Moura, who lost her daughter, Alexandra, to a rip current while on vacation in Mexico, installed a sign warning of rip currents at Nickerson Beach. He also signed a resolution designating July as “Rip Current Awareness Month.”

On average, 71 people die in rip current

drownings each year, according to the National Weather Service.

According to the United States Lifesaving Association, rip currents are channelized currents of water flowing away from shore at surf beaches, and have the ability to pull people away from the shore. The best way to stay safe from rip currents is to swim in areas protected by lifeguards and to learn how to swim in the surf and identify rip currents. If caught in a rip current, the swimmer should relax and not swim against the current, and instead swim in the direction following the shore line or towards breaking waves, then at an angle towards the beach. Swimmers could also try escaping by floating or treading water if the current circulates them back towards the shore, and if the swimmer feels that they are unable to reach the shore, they should draw attention to themselves by waving for assistance.

Holub explained that surfers use rip currents to paddle out and catch waves.

“I would think that a swimmer would be way more concerned about a rip current because that will take them into deeper water,” Holub said. “It can cause some distress, and that can become problematic when people start to get distressed in the water. That’s not great. From a swimmer’s perspective, you need to swim where the lifeguards are.”

She added that surfers should always evaluate the water before going in to make sure the conditions are within their skill levels.

Advisories against bathing due to bacteria is also something beach-goers should have in mind. On July 10, due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health issued an advisory against bathing at 18 beaches that are known to be impacted by stormwater runoff.

Including stormwater runoff, there are several conditions that can negatively affect water quality and put bathers at risk of sickness or other adverse responses.

The Nassau County Department of Health’s Office of Recreational Facilities conducts a Bathing Beach water monitoring program from April through September, and in the event of elevated bacteria levels, the Nassau County Department of Health will direct a beach to close and then follow up by conducting additional samples to determine when a beach may re-open.

For up-to-date recorded information on beach openings and closings, call 516-2279700.

To learn more about beach water quality, visit https://www.nassaucountyny. gov/5244/Swimming-Pools-Bathing-Beaches

It’s incredibly rare that anybody will be interacting with a shark and none of the interactions so far has caused life threatening injuries or loss of limb.

—Dr. Bradley Peterson

Dusky shark, as pictured, and sand tiger sharks are likely the sharks that have been seen in the shallow waters on south shore beaches. (Photo courtesy Amada44 via Wikimedia Commons)

SCHOOL NEWS

Bethpage Library Media Specialist Honored With NASTAR Award

Ashley Scotto, library media specialist from Central Boulevard Elementary School in the Bethpage Union Free School District, was recently recognized as a NASTAR (Nassau Association of School Technologists Award Recipient) during the Fifth Annual NASTECH NASTAR Celebration. She was honored by the Nassau Association of School Technologists for her innovation, leadership and support of technology initiatives in the Bethpage Union Free School District.

While just in her second year with Bethpage Schools, Ms. Scotto has immersed herself within the Bethpage Schools and Central Boulevard Elementary

School community.

In addition to delivering instruction in her library media center and instilling the love of reading, she champions Central Boulevard’s Energy Bus initiative, serves as adviser for the We Belong Club and coaches the building’s hackathon team. Bethpage School’s Director of Technology Andrew Choi nominated Ms. Scotto for the award.

“Ashley Scotto seamlessly integrates the use of instructional technology tools in Central Boulevard Elementary School Library Media Center,” he said in his nomination letter. “Her lessons are creative, dynamic and purposeful. The students

genuinely look forward to library time with Ms. Scotto! It is commonplace these days that the library media specialist becomes the point person for technology support and troubleshooting and Ashley excels at providing support for her colleagues.”

She joins a list of innovative NASTAR Award recipients from Bethpage Schools. This includes Kristin Rochford, 2019; Kathryn Oak, 2020; Julianne Inghilterra, 2021 and Andrea Swicord, 2022. The Bethpage Union Free School District congratulates Ms. Scotto on this well-deserved recognition.

— Submitted by the Bethpage Union Free School District

Massapequa’s Innovative Curriculum Leader Retires

Throughout a 34-year career in education, Dr. Thomas Fasano has been able to impact students of all ages and with all different interests. He spent 18 of those years in Massapequa, and is now retiring.

Dr. Fasano, the District’s Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, got his start as a high school social studies teacher in the 1980s. He came to Massapequa in 1995 for his first administrative position, as Dean of Students at the High School. After three years, he moved on to Kings Park High School as Assistant Principal and two years later as Principal.

Even though his first time in Massapequa was short, it made an impact, and that’s why he returned in 2008 as the Assistant to the Superintendent for Human Resources. Two years later, he took leadership of the Curriculum and Instruction department and has been there ever since, helping to oversee numerous academic enhancements in the district.

“The best part of my job has been working closely with building principals, department supervisors, teachers and, most importantly, the students,” Dr. Fasano said. “It’s always been important to me that aspects of this role involve a direct connection with students.”

Dr. Fasano facilitates the board of education’s Student Advisory Council, which brings together leaders from grades 9-12 to give a voice to the student body. For more than a decade, the group has led social media safety presentations at the elementary schools.

“Every year, social media evolves and the student leaders see the value of those presentations to students and to parents,” he said.

Academic offerings have grown tremendously under Dr. Fasano’s leadership. He cited the addition of Advanced Placement

Capstone at the High School, a two-part, research-based program. Since its inception, hundreds of Massapequa High School graduates have received the AP Capstone Diploma. Dr. Fasano said the program began thanks to collaboration with Dr. Brian Trapani, the curriculum associate for social studies, Paul Weber, the executive assistant for guidance, and Kevin Harrington, the former curriculum associate for English language arts.

The district’s partnership with Hofstra University to create the Methods of Engineering Course is another source of pride for Dr. Fasano. He commends the dedication and energy of co-teachers Jim DeSantis and Nancy Porcellini.

“People say I say this all the time and I do, ‘It’s all about the teacher,’” he said.

“When you have an enthusiastic and caring teacher, courses thrive.”

Other curriculum highlights include the addition of the Mindfulness Matters course at the high school, spearheaded by teacher Lisa Davi and Curriculum Association for ELA Tina Farrell, as well as the annual

science research symposium.

Every December, Dr. Fasano makes a curriculum presentation to the board of education to highlight proposed additions to the secondary Course Content Catalog. He said that all curriculum enhancements are aligned with board goals and reflective of the changing needs of students and society.

“It’s been all about expanding opportunities and making our courses relevant and rigorous,” he said. That’s a collaborative effort with our department administrators.”

Superintendent Dr. William Brennan described Dr. Fasano as an outstanding and pragmatic educator who is kind, courteous, genuine and humble.

“I feel incredibly fortunate to have had a chance to work with Tom this past year,” Dr. Brennan said. “I have learned so much from

him and admire his personal and professional qualities. Not only is he incredibly bright and hard-working, but I can tell you without reservation that Tom is an exceptional human being. He cares deeply for others.”

Dr. Fasano is an accomplished musician and has regularly appeared on the piano in the annual Faculty Recital during Music in Our Schools Month in March. It’s been his pleasure, he said, to share the stage with Massapequa’s talented music teachers.

“It’s been a great ride,” he said of his tenure in Massapequa and as an educator. “I’m just thankful to the district for the opportunity to work with so many great teachers, administrators and staff.”

—Submitted by the Massapequa School District

Andra Basu, Ph.D., provost and vice president for academic affairs, announced the full-time undergraduate, degree-seeking students who have been named to the Keystone College President’s, Dean’s, and Honors list for the spring 2023 semester.

Full-time undergraduate, degree-seeking students who complete 12 credits in unrepeated, non-pass/fail courses during the semester and achieve a grade point average of 4.00 are named to the President’s List President’s List: Joseph Robert Manfredo, Levittown.

Recognized as one of the best

educational values in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Keystone offers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree options in liberal arts and science-based programs in business, communications, education, natural science, environmental science, and social sciences. Located on a beautiful 276-acre campus 15 minutes from Scranton and two hours from New York City and Philadelphia, Keystone is known for small class sizes and individual attention focused on student success through internships, research, and community involvement.

—Submitted by Beth Miller of Keystone College

Dr. Thomas Fasano (Contributed photo)

Ashley Scotto (right), library media specialist at Bethpage’s Central Boulevard Elementary School, earned the NASTAR Award with Principal Dominique Siebert (left). (Contributed photo)

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IN THE NEWS

Harry Chapin’s Legacy Honored With Ongoing Food Drive

Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is joining forces with Long Island Cares, the Plainview-Old Bethpage and Syosset Public Libraries, and Plainview’s Trio Hardware to launch his second annual monthlong food drive in honor of Harry Chapin’s legacy as an anti-hunger crusader on Long Island.

From Sunday, July 16 through Wednesday, August 16, residents are encouraged to donate unopened, non-perishable food items at any of the three participating community drop-off locations. Donations for Baxter’s Pet Pantry will also be accepted in support of their mission to ensure that every member of the family has access to the nutritious food that they need.

In April of 2022, Legislator Drucker filed legislation to formally codify July 16 – the

date of Chapin’s untimely death in 1981 – as Harry Chapin Day in Nassau County. The measure is still awaiting action by the Legislative Majority.

“In the 42 years since his sudden and tragic death, Harry Chapin’s legacy as a gifted musical storyteller and philanthropist has blossomed and grown stronger,” Legislator Drucker said. “That is why I am so proud to once again work with Long Island Cares – the food bank Harry launched – and our partners at the Plainview-Old Bethpage and Syosset Libraries and Trio Hardware to support Harry’s eternal mission of eradicating hunger for every family on Long Island.”

Contact Legislator Drucker’s’ office at 516-571-6216 or adrucker@nassaucountyny.gov for more details.

Drop-Off Locations

Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library

999 Old Country Road Plainview, N.Y. 11803

See library hours of operation by visiting https://poblib.org/

Syosset Public Library

225 S. Oyster Bay Road Syosset N.Y. 11791

Hicksville Author Publishes Children’s Book

Ever since Alexander Espinosa was born, he always had health problems. As such, he couldn’t do many of the things normal children could. He couldn’t play sports and he had to work twice as hard in school because of his learning disabilities. He spent a lot of time in the hospital growing up, but it never bothered him because he always had his family by his side.

Now he’s working hard to pursue a dream of creating the worlds he sees in his mind and share it

with as many people as he can. Espinosa says, “My hope is that when people read my book, they will be able to understand just how important family really is, that they will be able to be grateful for what they have, and that they will be able to see things from a different perspective. I’d like to think that what makes my story relevant is that it will help readers understand what it really means to get a gift and know how much love people are capable of.”

His new book is titled, Gift of the Heart. Being

See library hours of operation by visiting https://www.syossetlibrary.org/ Trio Hardware

1655 Old Country Road Plainview, N.Y. 11803

See store hours of operation at https://www. facebook.com/triohardware/

—Submitted by the Office of Legislator Arnold W. Drucker

raised by their loving grandparents, bat and mouse brothers Daniel and Sora are sad this holiday season because they never knew their parents. Grandma Emily and Grandpa Abram sit them down and share the story of their parents and how they gave up their lives so that the two of them could live. Gift of the Heart is based on the author’s own experience as a transplant patient and how it was thanks to his family that he lives today.

—Submitted by Dorrance Publishing

(Contributed photo)

(Contributed photo)

Jewish Beach Concert To Welcome Shabbat

To welcome in Shabbat, members of the CBT Band will provide entertainment for two Friday night Sing-Alongs. All are welcome to join Congregation Beth Tikvah for a musical Shabbat experience on July 28 and August 18 from 6:00-6:45PM at Jones Beach Field 6. These free services will follow traditional Jewish Shabbat rituals and are open to anyone who calls Long Island their home. Park on the west side of the comfort station and meet members of Congregation Beth Tikvah on the boardwalk. Bring your own chair. There is no parking fee after 4:00 PM. To RSVP and for any questions, please call the office at: 516-785-2445.

Women’s Club Of Farmingdale Approves Philanthropic Budget For 2023

Recently the Women’s Club held their end-of-year lunch/meeting at Rosemarie’s Restaurant in Farmingdale. Thank you to Luncheon Chair Edie Allen and her committee: Nancy Carman, Cathy Sewell, Judith Vazquez and Judy Vilas who celebrated “Americana” with patriotic decorations and table centerpieces. Each guest received a raffle ticket and several members won gift certificates, including two $50 gift certificates to Rosemarie’s (donated by the restaurant), a $50 gift certificate donated by Robert’s Hair Salon, a basket of Baileys Irish Cream, et al. and a basket of hand-crafted items made by Nancy Carman. Always a pleasure to spend time with associate members Madeline Bondietti and Joan Flaumenbaum and new members Jill Handley, Therese Rudden, Gail Garthwaith and Linda Hayes.

There was a short meeting where the 2023 Philanthropic Budget was approved with changes. Approved charity disbursements for 2023 include $1,000 to the Special Needs Project/Farmingdale Public Library, $1,500 to Corey’s Promise, and scholastic awards totaling over $2,500 to FHS seniors who will go on to higher education. Two other charitable disbursements were tabled for further discussion. At present, these donations and awards total over $5,000.

support GFWC-NY and the WCF, Vicky Impollonia was also the recipient of the GFWC-NYS Leadership Award when, as 2nd VP, she encouraged members during the pandemic to meet masked, or at openair venues to play bingo. Because of her enthusiasm and efforts, the WCF was able to reach scholastic goals for students in our community.

The Women’s Club of Farmingdale, a local philanthropic organization, is always interested in welcoming new members. For more information, please email: lodaromanelli@gmail.com.

Friday,

Family Owned and Operated

For a hundred years and six generations of funeral directors, we are honored to say our family continues to provide families with the best service at the most affordable cost.

Celebrating 100 Years of Service

In addition to being inducted into the GFWC-NYS Honor Roll for her efforts to

Rabbi Moshe Weisblum and guitarist Andrew Pomerantz. (Photos courtesy of Ab Roher)

On

June 30, congregants enjoyed Shabbat on the beach.

—Submitted by Jo-Ann Hertzman

Lunch Committee: Judy Vilas, Edie Allen, Nancy Carman, Judith Vazquez (Contributed photos)

—Submitted by Maria Ortolani, WCF Publicity Chair

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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THURSDAY, JULY 20

Conversations With Music

2 p.m. Beginning in the mid-1950s, rock music found a surprising home on TV. Programs hosted by Steve Allen, Milton Berle, and especially Ed Sullivan, featured a wide variety of rock musicians, such as Fats Domino, Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, and culminating in the Beatles appearing on Ed Sullivan in 1964. Professor Rose will present a lively survey of how rock and television grew up together. This program will be held virtually on Zoom, you will receive the Zoom login information after you register for the class.

How To Manage Arthritis

10 a.m. Learn how to reduce your joint pain and improve your quality of life. This discussion will be led by a Doctor of Physical Therapy and will include information about lifestyle modification, exercise, diet, and medication. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Register online in advance if interested. This event will be taking place in Room C of the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Rd.

Coins With Jeff Berkoff

7 p.m. Jeff Berkoff has over 25 years of experience in Numismatics. He will have coins for display and speak about their history. Bring

your own coins and he will answer questions about their value. He will teach you how to start or enhance a coin collection, and how to properly handle and store your coins. This event is taking place in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 of the Levittown Public Library, 1 Bluegrass Lane.

SATURDAY, JULY 22

Teen Beach Cleanup

4 p.m. Help keep our beaches clean and earn some community service credit. We’ll also gather shells for a craft at a later date. Cold drinks will be provided. Register online in advance if interested with the Massapequa Public Library.

SUNDAY, JULY 23

The Rockinghams

3 p.m. Join us for a rockin’ afternoon, as we welcome The Rockinghams to perform the greatest pop hits of the 1960s. This event will be taking place in the Auditorium of the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, 999 Old Country Rd.

MONDAY, JULY 24

Escape The Box: Museum Mysteries

7 p.m. Work together to uncover one of the Whaling Museum’s mysteries, using artifacts and clues. Entering Gr. 6-12. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Register online in advance if interested. This event will be

taking place in Room E of the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Rd.

Classic Matinee Movie

The Scarlet Claw with Commentator

“The Movie Man” John Carpenter. A woman is found dead and the villagers blame a supernatural monster. But Sherlock Holmes suspects a human murderer. No tickets required. Starring: Basil Rathborne and Nigel Bruce. 1944 Mystery/Thriller, 1 hour 14 minutes. This event is taking place in the Community Room of the Levittown Public Library, 1 Bluegrass Lane.

ONGOING

Daytime Stained Glass

July 13 to August 17, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Presented by Manes Foundation Adult Cultural Center. Kelly Schulte-Smith will teach us the artistry and techniques of stained glass, including design, cutting, grinding, copper foiling and soldering. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own stained glass piece. Supplies are included in the cost of registration. For more information, contact Linda Katz at (516) 822-3535, ext. 380 or email lkatz@ miyjcc.org.

(Image courtesy of the Levittown Public Library)

(Image courtesy of the POB Public Library)

KIDS CORNER!

Let‛s Get Crafty: Bubble POP! Painting

One of the best parts of summer is being able to blow bubbles! You can take all that soapy goodness outside, blow the biggest bubbles you can, and just watch the swirly iridescent colors float on the breeze. Of course, there’s also the fun of trying to pop as many bubbles as you can before they get away. This activity combines all the fun of blowing bubbles with a neat, artistic twist.

You’ll need: bubble mix, bubble wands, food coloring, and paper.

St ep 1: pour about 1 tablespoon of bubble mix into a shallow bowl. You’ll need one of these for each color.

St ep 2: add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix.

St ep 3: dip your wand into this colorful concoction, coating the blower well.

St ep 4: remove the wand from the mix and blow a bubble towards the paper.

Animal Fact!

Chinchilla

The chinchilla is smaller than a house cat, with large, dark eyes and velvety rounded ears and plush, grayish hair. According to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, chinchillas are wildly social, living in family groups which can form vast colonies called herds of over 100 chinchillas.

There are two chinchilla species: the long-tailed and the short-tailed chinchillas. Both have suffered excessive hunting and trapping. Living in the harsh Andes Mountains of South America, chinchillas have had millions of years of evolution to grow their fur in response to the elements.

the unforgiving altitudes of 9,800 to 16,000 feet, chinchillas hole up in rock crevices or dig burrows at the base of rocks. They are selective on what they eat, choosing plants with high fiber and low lignin (complex organic polymers that form key structural materials in the support tissues of most plants), Did you know that the ancient Incan Empire hunted chinchillas for their meat and fur, and kept them as pets? Also, chinchillas are related to guinea pigs and porcupines.

As the bubbles hit the paper they will pop and leave a colorful shape. Be sure to clean your wand between colors or use a separate wand for each one.

REMEMBER, food coloring is a dye and will stain clothes, surfaces, and skin! Be sure to protect yourself with gloves and an apron and do this on the grass or other surface you don’t mind getting a little colorful. Try using gel colors for a greater variety of hues.

Question: What did the penguin say to the polar bear?

Answer: It‛s ICE to meet you!

And with

COLOR ME

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Beach Jewels And Ocean Gems: Sea Glass Fest Returns To Whaling Museum

The Whaling Museum and Education Center is hosting the second annual Sea Glass Festival on Sunday, July 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. rain or shine. Now a 7-hour event, attendees will have more time to peruse new vendors and exhibitors and opt to partake in a special in-depth sea glass and wire wrapping jewelry workshop.

New this year is artist Roseanne Wellmaker of Ro’s Glass World, who will host hourly flameworking demonstrations on the lawn of the museum’s Wright House, expanding the event to include more of the museum’s grounds.

The festival is the only event of its kind in New York State celebrating the art and history of sea glass through demonstrations, craft workshops, artist presentations, etc. This event engages artists, performers, and community partners to build on the public’s interest in the art of sea glass as a platform to expand public knowledge about Suffolk County’s maritime heritage, and the cultural significance of the ocean that surrounds Long Island.

“To our surprise, the Sea Glass Festival quickly became our museum’s highest-attended event. We were delighted to see record-breaking attendance at our Sea Glass Festival in 2022. With expanded hours this year, we look forward to continuing to bring communities together to celebrate our ocean’s gems and the unique history behind them. The beauty and stories of sea glass continues to charm Long Islanders young and old, and we look forward to bringing the community together again this summer to explore this treasured asset of Long Island’s beaches,” said Nomi Dayan, executive director of The Whaling Museum.

Antique glass bottle experts, the Long Island Bottle Association (LIABA), will be on-site throughout the event offering free antique bottle appraisals for visitors who bring their own bottles for valuation. LIABA will have a full display of antique bottles for visitors to peruse and learn about.

New topics for the “Sea Glass Talks” will be shared by returning special guest presenters George Wm. Fisher and Mary McCarthy. George Wm. Fisher, author and local expert on antique bottles, will present

“Origins of Sea Glass: Beverage Bottles and Medicine Bottles” with an extension to last year’s topic to include milk bottles and condiment bottles.

Mary McCarthy, beachcombing educator and former vice president of the International Beachcombing Association and executive director of The Beachcombing Center, will present “Identifying Sea Glass by Color” and will be available outside her presentation schedule to identify visitors’ personal sea glass finds. She will also judge the Sea Glass of the Year contest, in which visitors are encouraged to enter their own pieces. Contest participants are eligible to win prizes in three separate categories: Best in Show, Most Unusual, and Best Historical Piece. “I’m thrilled to return to the 2nd Annual Sea Glass Festival at The Whaling Museum this year. The region is rich in history for coastal treasures, as evidenced by the finds brought in for identification and competition last year,” McCarthy said.

“This has become a staple event for us because there’s so much interest in it, and because we’re the only organization on Long Island doing an event focused on the history and artistry of glass at the same time,” said Gina Van Bell, assistant director of the museum.

Event attendees can register in advance to participate in the sea glass and wire wrapping workshop, a more in-depth jewelry class offered on the hour. Participants aged 12 and older will learn the essentials of securing sea glass and designing their own one-of-a-kind necklace. All materials are included. Workshop space is limited, and advance registration is strongly encouraged. Kids can partake in glassthemed crafts and a glass-themed scavenger hunt held inside the museum’s galleries as well as enjoy the play area in the If I Were a Whaler” exhibit space.

The Whaling Museum & Education Center is selling advance tickets to the event at cshwhalingmuseum.org/seaglass. Tickets bought before the event are $15 per person, and free for children 2 and under. Museum members pay a discounted rate of $10 per person. Advance tickets for the jewelry workshop are $25, and entry cards for the Sea Glass of the Year contest are $5. Tickets bought at the door cost an additional $5 each as well as the jewelry workshop which will be $30 at the door. All other event activities, except food truck purchases are included in admission. The museum is located at 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY. For more information, contact (631)367-3418.

—submitted by the Whaling Museum with additional reporting by Amanda Olsen

A participant in last year’s craft workshop.

(Photo by the Whaling Museum)

An artist creates a glass lionfish sculpture through a process called flameworking.

(Photo by the Whaling Museum)

Sea glass comes in many colors.

(Photo by the Whaling Museum)

(Photo source Wikipedia)

The kids’ craft table is always a hit.

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When Joe Met Joe: Our Family’s Encounter With The Black Hand, At The Turn Of The 20th Century

BY PAUL MILA

Giuseppe Palisi, 31 years old, and his wife Josephine 22, had no idea what awaited them as they departed Messina, Sicily for a voyage to the New World, around 1900. Like other immigrant groups before them, Italians had heard stories of a new land of opportunity across the sea, where the streets were paved with gold. Of course, when the young couple arrived in America the reality that greeted them was far from the image they had dreamed of. After surviving the processing and examination ordeal of Ellis Island, many “lucky” new immigrants settled in the crowded tenements and slums of New York City’s lower Manhattan. Those who were not so lucky were turned away for health reasons, most commonly for having “pink eye” (conjunctivitis), caused by trachoma, a leading cause of blindness in those pre-antibiotic times, and returned to Italy. This was the case for Giuseppe Palisi. However, not to be deterred from his goal of becoming an American citizen, he ventured to Canada. After his illness was cured, he and Josephine entered the United States through the northern border.

Giuseppe and Josephine began to eke out a living near New York’s Greenwich Village, in the vicinity of Washington Square, and started their family. Their first new arrival in their adopted country, Catherine, was born in 1903. A son, Thomas, was born soon after, followed by another son, Luca, in 1907. Their final child was my mother, Rose, born in 1912 – the year an iceberg sent the Titanic to the bottom of the sea. Mom used to joke that she was the original “Rose of Washington Square,” the title of the famous 1920s tune. Giuseppe opened a fruit stand, and also shined shoes to supplement his income. As a child I only knew my grandfather as a gentle, 80+-year-old man with a crooked nose. He always asked me to sit on his “laps.” My mother would correct him: “Papa, it’s lap, not laps.” I asked my mother about his crooked nose. She told me that one day he got a smudge of shoe polish on a gentleman’s socks, and the “gentleman” kicked Giuseppe in the face, breaking his nose. Eventually, Giuseppe had

managed to scrape enough money together to open a small grocery store in Greenwich Village, near Washington Square Park. Things were beginning to look up for the Palisi family, the beginning of the classic American Dream. Owning their own home would soon be within their reach! One morning, as my grandfather was preparing the store for the day’s customers, a stranger walked in and handed him a piece of paper. Giuseppe’s hands trembled when he looked down and saw the dreaded image of the Black Hand drawn on the paper. The note contained detailed instructions to deliver a specific amount of money at a designated location by a certain date and time. It also included threats to murder or kidnap Giuseppe’s family, and bomb his store if he failed to comply. Recent killings and bombings in the area convinced him that this was not an empty bluff. The final instruction in the letter clearly stated, “Do not go to the police!” Giuseppe looked into the stranger’s cold, dark eyes, and wondered if his dreams of a new life in America were going to end in a bloody explosion.

In early 1905, the New York Police Commissioner, William McAdoo, had placed an Italian-speaking detective, Lt. Joseph Petrosino, in charge of a five-man group of

Italian-speaking detectives, to combat the rash of killings and bombings committed by the Black Hand, primarily against Italian immigrants. The group became known as The Italian Squad. My grandfather had heard about Joe Petrosino, so he defied the Black Hand’s orders, and decided to enlist his help. He went to the local police precinct and asked to speak with Detective Petrosino. The officer in charge ushered him into his office. Petrosino stood, and extended his hand.

In his strong Italian accent my grandfather said, “Excuse my English, Detective Petrosino. My name is Giuseppe Palisi. I own a small grocery store. The Black Hand gave me this letter.” He handed the crude piece of paper to the detective.

Before Petrosino read the note he smiled, and patted my grandfather on the shoulder. “Eh, I’m Giuseppe too. That’s Joe. We’re both Joe! I like you, Joe. It’s good to meet you. Don’t worry about your English. I’m gonna help you.” The detective read the letter, then told my grandfather to follow the instructions, but to put old newspaper in the package instead of money. Then, leave the package in the designated spot as instructed and go home. He would take care of the rest.

It was late on a cold, windy, winter night as Giuseppe placed the

package next to a particular rock in a deserted Washington Square Park. He started to walk away, but his curiosity got the better of him. Instead of leaving as Detective Petrosino had instructed, he hid behind a nearby tree to see what would happen. Several minutes later, the pickup man came to retrieve the package. Petrosino jumped out from his own hiding place and began to beat up the mafioso with a series of brutal punches and kicks. Finally, when he had the man on the ground, he stood over him, grabbed the lapels of his coat and shook him, shouting in his bloodied face, “The Palisi family are my friends! If you ever bother them again, you’ll get a worse beating than this!” On purpose, he let the terrified man run away so he could report back to his gang. My grandfather never heard from The Black Hand again.

As the years passed, the story of the fight got bigger and more elaborate. By the time I heard it, the two men were sliding across the ice in the moonlight as they fought a lengthy battle. I thought the beating itself was an exaggerated story. However, one night while watching an episode of America’s Greatest Detectives on a cable TV show, I learned that beating up mafia hoodlums really was Petrosino’s preferred method of administering immediate justice. On a sad note, Detective Petrosino was assassinated by the Sicilian Mafia in Palermo, Sicily – the birthplace of the Mafia, in March, 1909, when a New York newspaper

leaked information about his trip overseas to conduct an investigation about Italian criminals fleeing justice and settling in America. However, the story of Detective Joseph Petrosino does not end there! His proud legacy lives on. The Italian Squad, which he led, was eventually disbanded but evolved into what is now the NYPD Intelligence Division. He is also credited with creating the NYPD Bomb Squad, and the Canine Squad, both of which are active today.

Several years ago, I received an invitation to my friend Michael Vecchione’s birthday party. Mike is retired Chief of the Rackets Division in the Kings County (Brooklyn) District Attorney’s Office. One name on the RSVP list caught my eye: Joseph Petrosino! I asked Mike if there was any connection. Turns out Joe is the grand-nephew of the famous detective, and continued his uncle’s crime fighting tradition by working as an Assistant District Attorney in the Kings County (Brooklyn, NY) DA’s office, until he retired in 2011. At the party I gave him a summary of this story for his family’s scrapbook, written by my daughter, Laura, for a high school class project about family history. So, like my grandfather, I also had the pleasure of “Meeting Joe.” (Paul Mila and his family reside in Carle Place, New York. When not diving or writing, Paul teaches underwater

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dive shop (Scuba Network), and coaches tennis.)

Giuseppe Palisi (58 years old) seated at left with his wife, Josephine (49). Their daughter, Catherine, stands behind her father. Next to Catherine is her husband, Louis Donato, my mother, Rose, her cousin Frances Belsito, brothers Thomas and Luca, and two other unidentified women. Next to Josephine is her brother, Father Belsito. Far right, Josephine’s other brother, Lucas Belsito, his wife (also named Josephine), and their son, Luke.

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Giuseppe and Josephine Palisi in their home, surrounded by their extended family. Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, 1958. (Photo submitted by Paul Mila)

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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.

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Try To Enjoy Your Independence

Independence Day was a great opportunity to reflect on a variety of subjects. We pause to remember those who gave their lives so that we can live as free people. There are so many young men and women who could have chosen to stay home and pursue a career and a family, but they chose country over personal pursuits.

There are other reflections worth noting because they reveal how our society is currently functioning. We have a beautiful document called the Constitution which gives us so many freedoms to enjoy. Sadly many people use the Constitution as a license to foment the kind of divisions we are currently experiencing.

The First Amendment gives us the ability to express our views

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on multiple subjects. We can go to public forums and express our feelings on the issue of the moment. The late Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. said that free

speech “doesn’t give you the right to yell fire in a crowded theater.” Regrettably, some people manipulate that admonition in the worst possible way.

When it comes to free speech our social media platforms allow too much expression with no serious efforts by such entities as Facebook and Twitter to curb harmful speech. There are so many obnoxious uses of social media that it is hard to recite all of them. One of the worst abuses of free speech is practiced by those who use the platform to bully other people. So often this practice ends in tragedy.

Periodically, we hear of some event that triggers a strong public outcry, such as the recent riots in France over the tragic death of a 17-year-old. No doubt many of the

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rioters have a grievance against that government, but they have no right to burn and pillage. Outlets such as Facebook allow content that encourages more violence.

The social media owners give the impression that they have thousands of employees monitoring all types of verbal violence but there is little proof that it is a true statement. Hundreds and possibly thousands of people perish throughout the world with no censorship of the culprits.

As we mourn the dead who gave their lives for us, it is also a good time to reflect on what is wrong in America and what we as Americans should be doing to stop the abuses of our Constitution. This is a great country and we have so many opportunities to make it even greater.

Addressing pet peeves with your partner can ensure relationship success.

Pet peeves- we all have them, but they are different for each of us. For some it may involve getting perturbed when watching someone chew with their mouth open; for others, frustration may occur when laundry is left on the floor. Each of these annoyances carries a different weight, and while we may be more equipped to simply roll with some of them, others may lead to tension and frustration. Some people may have navigated discussions involving pet peeves with roommates in the past, however, others may be dealing with broaching the topic for the first time with their partners.

Consider hypothetical couple Erika and Jason, who have been together for two years and recently moved in together. While Jason is wonderful when it comes to helping with the household responsibilities, he has recently been getting on Erika’s nerves when it comes to hanging on to and forgetting to replace almost finished/completely finished items. For example, a cereal box was left in the kitchen cabinet with only a few pieces of cereal inside. Erika also was forced to fend for herself when only one square of single ply toilet paper was left on the roll in the bathroom. She had brought this issue up once before, and while it let to a temporary (very temporary)

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adjustment, there was no lasting behavior change. She also doesn’t want to be seen as a nag or come off as ungrateful for everything else that Jason contributes to their partnership.

Psychologist Michael Cunningham notes that our emotional reactions help alert us to situations or behaviors that we need to pay closer attention to. For example, getting frustrated by a poor driver draws our attention to their actions, and can help protect us. In this case, Erika’s pet peeve relating to the inability to get rid of almost finished items has made her more vigilant when it comes to finding things around the home that may need to be replaced. Over time, these annoying behaviors (i.e., leaving empty items around) can become extremely frustrating triggers, which can then lead to large scale

fights between partners.

To address a pet peeve with your partner in a constructive way, there are several things that can be done:

• Be specific and focus on one behavior at a time.

It is important for Erika to address Jason’s habit of leaving finished items around the house and for her to avoid generalizing.

Erika values Jason’s contributions to the household chores, so saying that he never cleans up, would be an inaccurate statement and would detract from the actual behavior she wants him to change.

• Focus on the problematic behavior by using “I statements”. Erika should avoid attacking Jason’s character, and as such should not say, “You’re such a slob.” Rather, she should share what the problematic behavior is, and why it is upsetting to her. She may say, “When you leave unfinished items in the cabinets or drawers, I am not able to tell what we need more of. This sometimes leaves me in situations in which I run out of what I need.” This helps clarify why the issue Erika finds offensive is problematic.

• Ask your partner if they are willing to work on the behavior and problem solve/create solutions together.

Once Erika knows that Jason

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Honor Harry Chapin’s Legacy With Action To End Hunger

If you compiled the names of the most impactful Long Islanders in our history, you’d surely start off with the likes of Theodore Roosevelt, Marie Colvin, and Walt Whitman to name a few – and in my estimation, Harry Chapin is a fitting fourth candidate to complete any proverbial Mount Rushmore of great Long Islanders.

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In just nine years as a recording artist, he released 12 albums that embodied his distinctive style as a musical storyteller. Thanks to timeless melodies and stirring lyrics that vividly told stories of everyday life, songs like “Taxi,” “W.O.L.D,” “Circle,” “Sequel,” and of course, “Cat’s in the Cradle” became embedded into the soundtracks of our lives during the 1970s and beyond.

Using those remarkable gifts, he pursued his philanthropic calling and his mission to eradicate hunger in the United States in particular.

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that summer evening and through our society for years to come. He would be cited as an inspiration for future endeavors like USA For Africa and Live Aid, and countless memorial awards, theaters and humanitarian events would be named in his honor.

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AUGUST 8

AUG 18 Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

AUG 19The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute

SEP 8Anthony Hamilton

SEP 9Lar Enterprises Presents: Oh What A Night of Rock & Roll

SEP 17The Wiggles Ready, Steady, Wiggle! Tour

SEP 23Hermans Hermits starring Peter Noone

OCT 1The Price is Right

OCT 12Buddy Guy

OCT 15Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood

OCT 19+20 Lee Brice

OCT 21Monsters of Freestyle

OCT 28Parliament Funkadelic feat. George Clinton

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OCT 29Aqui Esta La Salsa

NOV 1Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

NOV 4Almost Queen - A Tribute to Queen

NOV 10Masters of Illusion

NOV 11 Paul Anka

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

NOV 19Howie Mandel

NOV 30 Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

DEC 8Engelbert Humperdinck

DEC 9Daniel O’Donnell

DEC 12An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katherine McPhee

As one of the world’s highest paid entertainers at the time, he gave generously to charitable causes, hosted numerous benefit concerts, and used his platform as a springboard for advocacy such as his involvement in launching World Hunger Year (now known as WhyHunger) and establishing the Presidential Commission on World Hunger during the Carter administration. However, the food bank that now bears his name is perhaps his greatest innovation. When Harry Chapin launched Long Island Cares in 1980, he created Long Island’s first food bank, and in doing so revolutionized our regional approach to addressing food insecurity and hunger.

In 2021, Long Island Cares distributed 14 million pounds of food – the equivalent of 11.5 million meals – and now has a half-dozen brick-and-mortar storefront locations across Long Island. The agency was instrumental in addressing crises like Superstorm Sandy and the economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. And because no member of the family – included the four-legged and feathered ones – is spared from hunger, their seventh location, Baxter’s Pet Pantry, is dedicated to gathering and distributing pet food and supplies to families in need.

In this oft-derided age of the celebrity candidate, Harry Chapin would have been a natural to run for the House of Representatives or another elected office, but not because he was a star. He would have been ideal because did the work and cared deeply about the future we shared. Sadly, he never got that chance – on July 16, 1981, while driving to a benefit concert at Eisenhower Park, Harry’s Volkswagen was hit by an 18-wheeler on the Long Island Expressway, and he was fatally injured.

The shock of his sudden, untimely death reverberated through the park on

Already, neighboring municipalities like Suffolk County have declared July 16 Harry Chapin Day in honor of all he achieved in just 38 years. Here in Nassau County, I am continuing to pursue legislation which I filed last year to formally establish a Harry Chapin Day of our own. While there has been no action by the Legislative Majority on my legislation to date, I will never lose hope or lose sight of the important mission in front of us.

Rather than wait for the gears of government to turn, I decided to immediately implement one of its tenets of my proposed legislation – after all, Harry Chapin was the man who said, “When in doubt, do something!” Starting on July 16, my office will be holding its second annual summer food drive to benefit Long Island Cares and draw renewed attention to Harry Chapin’s legacy.

Amongst the many lessons of the last several years, we have all been confronted with the hard truth that far more of our neighbors struggle silently with food insecurity than we ever believed.

If you would like to support this endeavor, you can do so by making contributions of non-perishable goods at the PlainviewOld Bethpage and Syosset Libraries and Plainview’s Trio Hardware, or donate directly to Long Island Cares, through August 16. Please call my office at 516571-6216 or email adrucker@nassaucountyny.gov if you have any questions.

In Harry’s words again, “we all have the potential to move the world, and the world is ready to be moved.”

This summer, as Nassau County residents and Long Islanders, let’s unite to move the world to a better and more humane place.

(Arnold W. Drucker, of Plainview, has represented Nassau County’s 16th Legislative District since 2016.)

HOMES

Recently Sold

This home at 58 Convent Rd. in Syosset sold on July 11 for $925,000. It is centrally located in town and is in walking distance to the newly renovated train station. The home has a new roof, including the framing plywood. The home has a new boiler, central air conditioning and two types of cooling systems. The driveway is new and so is the kitchen with its new center island and new appliances. The home has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The home is within view of the elementary school and is near many great amenities. The taxes are low too.

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Searing Heat Is Dangerous

With temperatures expected to hit the mid90s this week, motorists need to take extra precautions to ensure children and pets are not left unattended in vehicles where they could suffer heatstroke. Sweltering summer heat can quickly send temperatures inside vehicles well past the point that can injure and kill children and pets. So far this year 11 children have died from vehicular heatstroke. In 2022, this preventable tragedy killed 33 children. Since 1998, the year pediatric vehicular heatstroke deaths were first recorded, 950 children have perished in hot vehicles.

when children are forgotten in the vehicle by their caregiver, it is common that there was a change in the daily routine, such as a parent dropping the child off at daycare who would not normally have that responsibility. More than a quarter of heatstroke tragedies are caused by children gaining access to a vehicle on their own, without a parent or caregiver realizing. Examples include young children playing games such as “hide and seek” and entering a hot vehicle to be quickly overcome by hyperthermia. It is critical to lock parked vehicles to reduce this risk.

This wide-line ranch-style home at 36 Berkley Ln. in Syosset sold on July 12 for $920,000. It is in a premier neighborhood location on an oversized property. The home has a heated and fenced-in pool, fire pit and deck and is perfect for entertaining. The lower level offers potential for a fourth bedroom and has a newly renovated bathroom. The recreation room is huge. The main level has wood flooring and a great room with a sunken den and fireplace. There are sliders to the backyard. The primary bedroom has a new full bathroom.

On a summer day, leaving a child or a pet inside a vehicle for less than 10 minutes can prove fatal. The bodies of children and pets heat up three to five times faster than adults and can quickly exceed a core body temperature of 104 degrees where brain and organ damage begin, and death quickly follows. On a 70-degree day, with the windows cracked, the temperature inside a closed vehicle can reach over 115 degrees in less than 15 minutes. Even on cool days, the greenhouse effect of a vehicle interior can be dangerous. In 2016, heatstroke killed a 13-monthold in Rossville, GA, when the outside temperature was 52 degrees. In 2012 two brothers aged 2 and 4 died in Mesa, CO, when the air temperature was a near-freezing 35 degrees.

It is important to note that

Children are often knowingly left in a vehicle; 20 percent of these deaths occur because a caregiver left the child intentionally, yet not necessarily maliciously. Young children are left to “finish a nap” or the caregiver runs into a store to complete an errand without the child, not realizing how quickly brain damage can occur. Twenty-one states have laws preventing caregivers from leaving children unattended in a vehicle. Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle. Children or pets left alone in a vehicle should be reported to 911 and, if necessary, action taken to remove them. “Look before you lock” your vehicle and when you exit, keep the vehicle locked so a child cannot gain access.

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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.

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All Hail Big Red! Champ Of The Sports Of Champs

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“Secretariat is moving like a tremendous machine.”

Who can forget Chic Anderson’s famous line as Big Red raced down the finish line in the 1973 Belmont Stakes to win that year’s Triple Crown.

The years have not diminished the horse’s legendary run through history.

In a field of only five horses, Secretariat broke out of the gate early, winning by 31 lengths, the largest margin of victory in Belmont history. His winning time of 2 minutes and 24 seconds is also a mark for dirt field racing.

Secretariat’s great rival was Sham, who in another year might also have dominated. The two started out evenly during the first turn and even into the half-mile mark.

Entering the backstretch and approaching three-quarters of a mile, Secretariat maintained his torrid pace as Sham began to fade, ultimately finishing last. At the three-quarters mile marker, Big Red took over. Sham began to falter, while Secretariat maintained his lightning fast speed. The horse pulled away and extended his lead with an incredible stretch run. In the postrace analysis, it was discovered that Sham had suffered a hairline fracture of his right front cannon bone during the race, which ended his racing career.

With the Belmont win, Secretariat became the ninth horse to win the Triple Crown, combining Belmont with wins in the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes. Big Red also broke a 25-year drought where no horse had completed the achievement. The last one to do so was the equally immoral Citation, who completed the feat in 1948.

As the race approached, Secretariat was already a national hero, appearing on the covers of several national publications.

“Secretariat suddenly transcended horse racing and became a cultural phenomenon, a sort of undeclared national holiday from the tortures of Watergate and the Vietnam War,” wrote William Nack.

After the race, jockey Ron Turcotte said: “This horse really paced himself. He is smart: I think he knew he was going 1+1⁄2 miles, I never pushed him.”

Commenting on the record time, The Blood-Horse magazine editor Kent Hollingsworth added: “Two twenty-four flat! I don’t believe it. Impossible. But I saw it. I can’t breathe. He won by a sixteenth of a mile! I saw it. I have to believe it.”

Seth Hancock of Claiborne Farm made a

more telling comparison.

“You want to know who Secretariat is in human terms?” he asked. “Just imagine the greatest athlete in the world. The greatest. Now make him six-foot-three, the perfect height. Make him real intelligent and kind. And on top of that, make him the bestlookin’ guy ever to come down the pike. He was all those things as a horse.”

In all, Big Red won five Eclipse Awards, including Horse of the Year honors at ages two and three. He was nominated to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 1974.

In The Blood-Horse magazine List of the Top 100 U.S. Racehorses of the 20th Century, Secretariat was second to Man o’ War. No surprise. Secretariat was a thoroughbred born to the breed.

His breeding was arranged by Penny Chenery (then known as Penny Tweedy). Secretariat was sired by Bold Ruler and his dam was Somethingroyal, a daughter of Princequillo. Bold Ruler was a leading sire in North America from 1963 to 1969 and again in 1973.

He, too, was a great horse, winning the Preakness Stakes and Horse of the Year honors in 1957, and American Champion Sprint Horse honors in 1958.

Bold Ruler’s offspring matured into a champion. He stood 16.2 hands (66 inches, 168 cm) when fully grown. His chest, trainers noted, was so large that he required a custom-made girth. An Australian trainer said of him, “He is incredible, an absolutely perfect horse. I never saw anything like him.”

For trainers, Secretariat’s hindquarters were the main source of his power. While racing, Big Red’s hind legs were able to reach far under himself, increasing his drive.

Secretariat made his debut in 1972 as a two-year old, winning seven of his remaining eight starts, setting the 1973 performance. That year, he received the Eclipse Award for champion two-year-old colt, and also was the 1972 Horse of the Year. The Triple Crown beckoned.

Also in 1973, Secretariat set speed records in all three races: The Kentucky Derby, The Preakness Stakes, and The Belmont Stakes. On it went.

Secretariat’s win in the Gotham Stakes tied the track record for 1 mile. Later, he set a world record in the Marlboro Cup at 1+1⁄8 miles, while winning two major stakes races on turf. Needless to say, he won his second Horse of the Year title, plus Eclipse Awards for champion three-year-old colt and champion turf horse.

For 1973, Secretariat was again named Horse of the Year and also won Eclipse Awards as the American Champion ThreeYear-Old Male Horse.

The great horse was set out to stud, a process that produced numerous top ranked horses, including General Assembly, Lady’s Secret, Risen Star, Kingston Rule, and Tinners Way. Risen Star nearly matched his pop’s record, winning both the 1988

Preakness and Belmont Stakes.

In the fall of 1989, Secretariat became afflicted with laminitis—a painful and debilitating hoof condition. In time, the champ of champs was euthanized on October 4 at the age of 19.

The legend lives on.

On Oct. 16, 1999, in a ceremony conducted in the winner’s circle at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, the U.S. Postal Service honored Secretariat with a 33-cent postage stamp bearing his image.

His Belmont run ranks second to Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point NBA game from ESPN Classic’s show Who’s No. 1?

According to ESPN, 263 roads in the United States are named after him, more than any other athlete. Secretariat Drive is the most common option. In Illinois, the Secretariat Stakes was created in 1974 to honor his appearance at Arlington Park in 1973. And in Virginia, The Meadow, the farm at which he was foaled, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Finally, the replica Secretariat statue at Belmont Park is draped in white carnations each year for the Belmont Stakes. “Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio?/A nation turns its lonely eyes to you,” sang Paul Simon in “Mrs. Robinson.”

The same is true of Secretariat.

Secretariat many lengths ahead. (Archived photos)

The replica Secretariat statue at Belmont Park is draped in white carnations each year for the Belmont Stakes.

(photo via Wikimedia Commons)

WORD FIND

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Holiday Mathis

By Holiday Mathis

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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On the tennis court

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.

On the tennis court

Solution:

FROM KING FEATURES SYNDICATE, 300 W. 57th STREET, 41st FLOOR, NEW YORK, NY 10019

CUSTOMER SERVICE: (800) 708-7311 EXT. 236

CONTRACT BRIDGE — BY STEVE BECKER

FOR RELEASE WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 2023

CONTRACT BRIDGE

A sophisticated play

By Steve Becker

But if East plays the queen of spades at trick one, declarer will almost surely go down. South wins the queen with the king because he would naturally be afraid that West might hold the A-J-x-x-x, in which case the defenders would collect the first five spade tricks after a spade return by East.

Once South wins the opening lead with the king, he is fighting a losing battle. Sooner or later, he has to lead diamonds, and when East gains the lead, he plays the ace and another spade to sink the contract.

count can frequently prove very useful to the defenders. For example, consider East’s play to the first trick in this deal. Normally, East would take the ace on the opening lead. This would be in keeping with the general principle of third-hand high. He would then continue with the queen of spades, ducked by declarer, and the four, which South would win with the king.

Observe the effect of these plays. Declarer — after losing a diamond finesse to East’s queen — winds up making three notrump, scoring one spade, three hearts, four diamonds and a club.

Why should East vary from the usual procedure of third-hand high? Because he knows declarer has the king of spades and wants to encourage him to win the trick. South’s opening notrump bid showed 15 to 17 points. Since East sees 11 points in dummy and 12 more in his own hand, there are only 17 points left for South and West to hold.

It is therefore impossible for West to have the king of spades, since this would mean that South had less than 15 points. But note that even if South had somehow lacked the king of spades, East’s queen would win the first trick, and nothing would be lost.

Indeed, even in those cases where declarer’s point count is not as precisely known, the queen would still be the play of choice for the very same reasons.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC. ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST

2007-19, MORTGAGE

PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-19, AND VARIOUS MORGAGORS, Pltf. vs. NICOLA A. DIAZ a/k/a NICOLA DIAZ, et al, Defts. Index #11713/2014. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered April 11, 2017 and order entered May 3, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on July 27, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. premises k/a 154 Woodward Parkway, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Farmingdale in the Town of Oyster Bay, in the County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 48, Block 598, Lot 12. Approximate amount of judgment is $777,736.78 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

KATHRYN N. ANDREOLLI, Referee. PINCUS LAW GROUP, PLLC, Attys. for Pltf., 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556. File No. 03312021.48691 - #100524

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU

GARDEN STATE VENTURES, LLC.; Plaintiff v. FREDERICK BISCHOFF; et al.; Defendants

Attorney for Plaintiff: Hasbani Light, P.C., 450 7th Ave, Suite 1408, NY, NY 10123; (212) 643-6677

Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on 1/12/2023, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the north steps of the Supreme Court of Nassau County located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 10, 2023 at 2:30 PM

Premises known as 63 Hampshire Drive, Farmingdale, NY

11735

Section: 49 Block: 284 Lot: 24

All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York.

As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale.

Sold subject to the terms and

conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale.

Approximate amount of judgment: $486,357.28 plus interest and costs.

Docket Number: 603590/2020

Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee 8-2; 7-26-19-12-2023-4T#241705-NOB/FARM

LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU STATE OF NEW YORK

MORTGAGE AGENCY, Plaintiff - against - DAVID V. DEGALLO, II, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 24, 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 9th day of August, 2023 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Farmingdale, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County and State of New York.

Premises known as 462 Secatogue Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735.

(Section: 49, Block: 119, Lot: 107)

Approximate amount of lien $442,431.52 plus interest and costs.

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

Index No. 602410/2020. Louis B. Imbroto, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170

Tel. 347/286-7409

Dated: June 2, 2023

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

Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

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LEGAL NOTICES

Fire District will hold a Special Election of the registered voters of the Fire District, on Tuesday August 22, 2023, at the Firehouse located at 819 South Main Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Said Special Election will take place between the hours of 6:00PM 9:00PM to vote on whether to approve the following Resolution adopted by such Board of Fire Commissioners on July 12, 2023 which is subject to a Mandatory Referendum: Should the: RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE SOUTH FARMINGDALE FIRE DISTRICT DATED JULY 12, 2023, TO ENTER INTO INSTALLMENT PURCHASE CONTRACTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES:

(I) ONE (1) CLASS “A” HEAVY RESCUE VEHICLE; AND

(II) TWO (2) CLASS “A” PUMPERS

At a total cost not to exceed $3.5 Million Dollars be approved?

All persons registered to vote in the Fire District and residing in the Fire District for at least thirty days prior to the day of the election may vote in such Special Election.

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FARMINGDALE/ MASSAPEQUA

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that SEALED PROPOSALS for:

GST Rehabilitation at Plant Nos. 3 & 4 H2M Project Nos.: SFWD2206 & SFWD2204 will be received by the Board of Commissioners of the South Farmingdale Water District (Owner) in the office of the Board at 40 Langdon Road, Farmingdale, New York 11735-3000, until 4:00 p.m., Prevailing Time on Tuesday, August 8, 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.

As a convenience to the Contractor, 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 melville.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 South Farmingdale 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

SOUTH FARMINGDALE WATER DISTRICT

Ralph Atoria, Chairman John Hirt, Treasurer Gary Brosnan, Secretary DATED: JULY 19, 2023

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HICKSVILLE

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-EMX1, V.

REYNALDO SANCHEZ, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 24, 2018, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-EMX1 is the

Plaintiff and REYNALDO SANCHEZ, 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 35 MCALESTER AVENUE, HICKSVILLE, NY 11801: Section 11, Block 332, Lot 10: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT HICKSVILLE, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK, Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 008336/2015. Andrew K. Preston, 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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LEVITTOWN

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Merrill Lynch First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-4, Plaintiff AGAINST Eusebio Guerrero, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 5, 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 7, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 25 Myles Avenue, Levittown, NY 11756. 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: 422, LOT: 33. Approximate amount of judgment $1,122,927.86 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #617339/2019. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County

COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website ( https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome. com or call (844) 400-9633.

Jane Shrenkel, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-084586-F01 76794

7-26-19-12-5-2023-4T#241529-NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff AGAINST CAROL MANDRACCHIA, DONALD MANDRACCHIA, IF LIVING, AND IF HE BE DEAD, HIS HEIRSAT-LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DISTRIBUTES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, TRUSTEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, ASSIGNEES AND ALL SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF ANY OF THE AFORESAID DEFENDANTS; ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 17, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 15, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 60 TANAGER LANE, LEVITTOWN, NY 11756. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, near Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 262, Lot 15. Approximate amount of judgment $332,413.22 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #001399/2015. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Karen Grant, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 17001466 76601 8-2; 7-26-19-12-2023-4T#241631-NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF

2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST FRED CATAPANO AKA FRED J. CATAPANO, FRANK LANGAN, JR. AKA FRAN LANGAN, JR., ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 16, 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 9, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 21 Piper Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. 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 and State of New York, Section 45, Block 312, Lot 6. Approximate amount of judgment $463,805.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #616612/2019. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. John G. Marks, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 20-003158 76643 8-2; 7-26-19-12-2023-4T#241632-NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE

LOLSOME GOODS LLC, Articles of Org. filed with the NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 07/03/2023. Office in NASSAU Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: CROCUS LN, LEVITTOWN NY 11756. Purpose: any lawful activity. 8-16-9-2; 7-26-19-12-20236T-#241750-NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

NASSAU FINANCIAL

FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff -against- LUKE HOLLAND, LAUREN HOLLAND A/K/A LAUREN ANNE HOLLAND, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant

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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 “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on August 22, 2023 at 2:00 p.m.

ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Levittown, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Section 45 Block 257 and Lot 21.

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 137

ORCHID ROAD, LEVITTOWN, NY

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 611831/2019.

THOMAS DEMARIA, ESQ., Referee

Terenzi Confusione P.C.

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

401 Franklin Avenue, Suite 304, Garden City, NY 11530 8-9-2; 7-26-19-2023-4T#241826-NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE

SOUTHEAST NASSAU TRANSPORTATION CO-OPERATIVE Island Trees, UFSD

Levittown UFSD Plainedge UFSD

Plainview-Old Bethpage CSD Seaford UFSD Wantagh UFSD

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

In accordance with the provision of Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, the Boards of Education of the Southeast Nassau Transportation Co-Operative, consisting of Island Trees UFSD, Levittown UFSD, Plainedge UFSD, Wantagh UFSD, Plainview-Old-Bethpage CSD, and Seaford UFSD, hereby invites the submission of sealed bids for:

School Year 2023-2024

School Year Transportation

On behalf of the Southeast Nassau Transportation Co-Operative, Levittown Public Schools hereby gives

public notice that SEALED BIDS will be received until 10:30 AM prevailing time on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at the Levittown Public Schools Administrative Building-Small Board Room, located at 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown NY 11756 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in-person. Sealed bids are to be addressed to the attention of Bonnie Pampinella, Purchasing Agent, Levittown Public Schools 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown NY 11756. id Specifications and all applicable terms and conditions forms can be obtained by emailing bpampinella@ levittownschools.oom or by calling (516) 434-7014.

State of New York, Section 51, Block 188 and Lot 15. Approximate amount of judgment is $587,596.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612839/2019. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Peter L. Kramer, Esq., Referee

Phone: 516-510-4020

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR TRANSPORTATION OF PUPILS

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR TRANSPORTATION OF PUPILS

Levittown Public Schools

The Boards of Education reserve the right to waive any informality in or to reject in whole or in part all bids or to accept any bid, which in its judgment is in the best interest of the school district.

Knuckles, Komosinski Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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LEGAL NOTICE

COUNTY OF NASSAU

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2005-4 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-4, V. ANDREW KORNBLUM, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

150 Abbey Lane Levittown, New York 11756

Levittown Public Schools

150 Abbey Lane Levittown, New York 11756

The Board of Education of Levittown Public Schools hereby invites sealed proposals for providing transportation for 1 year, with the option to renew for up to 5 years,commencing with transportation needs for the 2023-2024 school year for the following contract: Athletics, field trips, late runs and other District sponsored activities. Transportation will be requested to fulfill requests on an as-needed basis. Proposals should include pricing for supplying the necessary buses, drivers, and van attendants. In the best interests of the District, the Board of Education reserves the right to award the transportation contracts for a 1 period. Future one-year contract extensions may be awarded at the discretion of the Board of Education. The award of multi-year contracts is subject to and is conditioned upon the approval of the Levittown Public School voters.

The Board of Education of Levittown Public Schools hereby invites sealed proposals for providing transportation for 1 year, with the option to renew for up to 5 years, commencing with transportation needs for the 2023-2024 school year for the following contract Athletics, field trips, late runs and other District sponsored activities. ransportation will be re uested to fulfill requests on an as-needed basis. Proposals should include pricing for supplying the necessary buses, drivers, and van attendants. In the best interests of the District, the Board of Education reserves the right to award the transportation contracts for a period. Future one-year contract extensions may be awarded at the discretion of the Board of Education. The award of multi-year contracts is subject to and is conditioned upon the approval of the Levittown Public School voters.

he e uest for roposal, including forms for proposal, certification, conditions, and specifications may be obtained from the District s urchasing Agent, located at 0 Abbey ane, Levittown, New York, 11756 between 9:00AM and 3:00PM, Monday through Friday, prior to the time and date specified below.

The Request for Proposal, including forms for proposal, certification, conditions, and specifications may be obtained from the District’s Purchasing Agent, located at 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown, New York, 11756 between 9:00AM and 3:00PM, Monday through Friday, prior to the time and date specified below.

All proposals received after the time stated in the Notice to Bidders will not be considered and will be returned unopened to the bidder. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or in the handling of the mail by employees of the School District. Whether sent by mail or by means of personal delivery, the bidder assumes responsibility for having his bid deposited on time at the place specified.

TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA N.A. AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR THE MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2 is the Plaintiff and STEPHEN PRYOR, 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 22, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 3 LORING ROAD, LEVITTOWN, NY 11756: Section 45, Block 124, Lot 43: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATED, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF NEW RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE

In all cases, it must be understood that the conditions set forth in the Request for Proposals issued by the District will apply. Sealed proposals must be mailed or delivered to the Levittown Public Schools, Levittown Memorial Education Center, Purchasing Department, 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown, New York 11756 and must be clearly marked “Competitive Proposal: RFP # LPS-23-007 School Bus Transportation.”

Proposals will be received until 10:00AM on July 25, 2023in the office of the Purchasing Agent. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject all proposals, waive any informalities in proposals, and to negotiate any portion of proposals. Any aspects of the service not addressed by the Specifications are left to the Proposer to address. Alternatives to the Specifications or additions to the Specifications are to be clearly identified by the Proposer.

In all cases, it must be understood that the conditions set forth in the Request for Proposals issued by the District will apply. Sealed proposals must be mailed or delivered to the Levittown Public Schools, Levittown Memorial Education Center, Purchasing Department, 150 Abbey Lane, Levittown, New York 11756 and must be clearly marked “Competitive Proposal: RFP LPS-23-007 School Bus Transportation.” Proposals will be received until 10:00AM on July 2 , 2023 in the office of the urchasing Agent. he oard of ducation reserves the right to reject all proposals, waive any informalities in proposals, and to negotiate any portion of proposals. Any aspects of the service not addressed by the Specifications are left to the roposer to address. Alternatives to the Specifications or additions to the Specifications are to be clearly identified by the roposer.

Proposals for each transportation contract will be evaluated according to the following weighted criteria established by the District in accordance with Education Law §305(14) and Section 156.12 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education:

Proposals for each transportation contract will be evaluated according to the following weighted criteria established by the District in accordance with Education Law §305(14) and Section 156.12 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education: Category

I(A) Previous experience of Proposer in transporting students. 15

I(B) Name of each additional transportation company in which Proposer has been an owner or manager and the Proposer’s experience with same

II(A) Safety programs implemented by Proposer. (Include supporting documents in proposal)

II(B) Record of accidents in motor vehicles under the control of the Proposer for the past five calendar years. (List insurance runs and ratio of injury vs. physical damage).

II(C) Driving history of employees of the Proposer. (Include abstracts and driving records)

II(D) Inspection records and model year of each of the motor vehicles under the control of Proposer. (NYS DOT BUSNET score. Include BUSNET for ALL Nassau and Suffolk locations.) 10

II(E) Maintenance schedules of the motor vehicles under the control of the Proposer. (List programs and preventive maintenance programs implemented and followed.) 10

III(A) Financial analysis of Proposer (include financial statements)

III(B) Documentation of compliance with the state and local insurance and bonding requirement. (Include insurance certificate.)

Bids must be in a SEALED ENVELOPE clearly marked on the outside, “SENTCO – 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR BID, and the envelope must bear on the outside, the complete name & address of the bidder. Each Bidder shall agree to hold his/her bid price for forty-five (4 ) days after the formal bid opening.

By order: Boards of Education Island Trees U.F.S.D. Levittown U.F.S.D. Plainedge U.F.S.D. Plainview-Old Bethpage U.F.S.D Seaford U.F.S.D. Wantagh U.F.S.D. 7-19-2023-1T-#241848NOB/LEV

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 016376/2008. Jerry Merola, 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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MASSAPEQUA

LEGAL NOTICE

LOAN TRUST 2020-NPL2, Plaintiff, vs. ANNETTE DOROTHY EICHENAUER A/K/A ANNETTE EICHENAUER A/K/A ANNETTE D. EICHENAUER, ET AL., Defendant(s).

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U.S. BANK, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA

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IV(A) Overall cost of proposal over the period of time requested. (Points will be awarded as a percentage of all Proposers). 25

Total = 100

A minimum score of 85 is required to be eligible for an award.

A minimum score of 85 is required to be eligible for an award.

The Commissioner of Education, in addition to her existing statutory authority to approve or disapprove transportation contracts, may reject any award of a transportation contract that is based on an evaluation of proposals submitted in response to a e uest for roposal if she finds that (1) the contractor is not responsive to the Request for Proposal; or (2) the proposal is not in the best interests of the District.

The Commissioner of Education, in addition to her existing statutory authority to approve or disapprove transportation contracts, may reject any award of a transportation contract that is based on an evaluation of proposals submitted in response to a Request for Proposal if she finds that (1) the contractor is not responsive to the Request for Proposal; or (2) the proposal is not in the best interests of the District.

All proposals must remain open and binding upon the Proposer for a period of 90 days following the time and date designated for the receipt of proposals and will thereafter remain firm unless the Proposer provides written notice to the Levittown Public Schools’ Purchasing Agent that the Proposal has been withdrawn. At the discretion of the District, security in the form of a bond, pledging that the Proposer will enter into a contract with the District on the terms stated in his/her proposal, may be required to be submitted with a proposal.

All proposals must remain open and binding upon the Proposer for a period of 90 days following the time and date designated for the receipt of proposals and willthereafter remain firm unless the Proposer provides written notice to the Levittown Public Schools’ Purchasing Agent that the Proposal has been withdrawn. At the discretion of the District, security in the form of a bond, pledging that the Proposer will enter into a contract with the District on the terms stated in his/her proposal, may be required to be submitted with a proposal.

Board of Education

Levittown Public Schools

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N.A. AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR THE MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2, V. STEPHEN PRYOR, ET. AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated October 09, 2012, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JOANNA J. LARKIN A/K/A JOANA LARKIN, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Amending Caption, Confirming eferee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 2, 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 July 27, 2023 at 3:30 p.m., premises known as 25 Harrow Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 16, 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 1, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 296 Division Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 498 and Lot 22. Approximate amount of judgment is $135,943.45 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 605403/2019. 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.

Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 202728-2 7-19-12-5; 6-28-2023-4T#241446-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK -

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated October 08, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2005-4 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-4 is the Plaintiff and ANDREW KORNBLUM, 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 255 EAST HARBOR LANE, MASSAPEQUA PARK, NY 11762: Section 0065, Block 00268-00, Lot 00010: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MASSAPEQUA PARK, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK, Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 008199/2015. Martin Dehler,, 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 COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JENNIFER SKELTON INDIVIDUALLY AND AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF DONNA SKELTON, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Amending Caption, Confirming eferee’s Report and Judgment

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of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on March 28, 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 249 New Hampshire Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 48, Block 102 and Lots 5153. Approximate amount of judgment is $333,180.84 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 612846/2021. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Peter L. Kramer, Esq., Referee, (516) 510-4020 Knuckles, Komosinski Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CMALT REMIC SERIES 2007-A8 REMIC PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES

2007-A8, Plaintiff, vs. STELLA LIVOTI, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming eferee s eport and Judgment of oreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 20, 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 15, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 119 Lagoon Boulevard, Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 65, Block 139 and Lots 41-46. Approximate amount of judgment is $2,268,951.84 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index 003241/2016. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale.

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

Brian Davis, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff 8-2; 7-26-19-12-2023-4T#241699-NOB/MASS

LEGAL NOTICE

arcelo s Autobody, C. Art. of Org. filed with the SSN on 04/0 /2023. Office Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the LLC, 231 West Woodside Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JO N . ACI A O, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming eferee s eport and Judgment of oreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 22, 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 23, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 50 South Westwood Road a/k/a 50 Westwood Road a/k/a 50 Westwood Road South, Massapequa Park, NY 11762. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 48, Block 536 and Lot 14. Approximate amount of judgment is $524,188.56 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 609584/2019. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Richard Langone, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff 8-9-2; 7-26-19-2023-4T#241721-NOB/MASS

TY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF MFRA TRUST 2014-2,, Plaintiff, vs. GRACE ALAMIA, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming eferee eport and Judgment of oreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 16, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on August 23, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises nown as 4 James Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, near Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 144 and Lot 8. Approximate amount of judgment is $383,945.49 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #616458/2018. 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.

George Peter Esernio, Esq., Referee

Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 191209-1

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I TRUST

2005-NC1 MORTGAGE

PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-NC1, V.

ASO O J , . AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of oreclosure dated May 25, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I TRUST

2005-NC1 MORTGAGE

PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-NC1 is the Plaintiff and PETER ASO O J , A . 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 15, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 205 ONTARIO AVENUE, MASSAPEQUA, NY 11758: Section 48, Block 95, Lot 35, 36, 37, 38: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT MASSAPEQUA, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 613622/2019. Brian Davis, 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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PLAINVIEW

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Creative Ventures Group, LLC. Articles of Organi ation filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 04/0 /2023. Office location Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail copy of any process served against LLC to: 22 Long Ridge Road, Plainview, NY 11803. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York, as Trustee (CWALT 2007-9T1), Plaintiff AGAINST Won Shin Oh, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of oreclosure and Sale duly entered July 25, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N 0 on July 2 , 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 80 Elmwood Street, Plainview, NY 11803. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 12, BLOCK: 009, LOT: 60. Approximate amount of judgment $820,452.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to pro-

visions of filed Judgment Index #016036/2009. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website ( https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 280-2832. Eugene Gamache, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-032191-F00 76691

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, V. J S IN I , . A . NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of oreclosure dated September 22, 2022, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is the laintiff and J S IN MILLER, 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 2, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 31 SANTA BARBARA DRIVE, PLAINVIEW, NY 11803: Section 0047, Block 00151-00, Lot 00045 Unity 00031: ALL THAT CERTAIN

PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, BEING A PART OF A CONDOMINIUM, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT PLAINVIEW, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 000143/201. Fay Mattana, 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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PLAINVIEW/ OLD BETHPAGE

LEGAL NOTICE

ichelle s et Care C Articles of Org. filed N Sec. of State (SSNY) 5/29/2023. Office located in Nassau Co. SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: United States Corporation Agents Inc., 7014 13th Ave, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: any lawful activity.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY FEDERAL NATIONAL

MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Plaintiff against S N J. A IN A/K/A STEVEN GARFINKEL, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

ursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 30, 2019, and Amended on February 7, 2022 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 22, 2023 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 89 Nassau Avenue, Plainview, NY 11803. Sec 12 Block 35 Lot 16. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Plainview, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $487,525.66 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 002134/2016.

The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 0th Judicial District s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Michele Bencivinni, Esq., eferee A SJN02 8-9-2; 7-26-19-2023-4T#241825-NOB/PLV-OLD BETH

Time Is Of The Essence… Or Is It? Pros and cons of ending the clock-change

LAUREN FELDMAN

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In 2022, the Senate passed the Sunshine Protection Act, a proposal which would make Daylight Saving Time permanent across the United States. As of this month, it still awaits House approval and a presidential signature. The Act would come into effect in November of this year, whereby we “fall back” one final time, and “spring forward” into a permanent time shift in March of 2024. Despite full support from the Senate, the debate over the clock-change has remained contentious for years, and it seems even those who are in favor of its elimination cannot agree on which time zone to adopt.

To clock-change, or not to clock-change?

For some of us, the “spring forward, fall back” method is all we’ve ever known. There is a common misconception that farm laborers inspired the clock shift, which has been proven false – in fact, farmers have generally been against Daylight Saving time, not proponents of it. Still, clock changing has a much older history than many might realize, proposed as early as the 1700s by Benjamin Franklin, who noticed that waking up earlier some months – and correspondingly going to bed earlier – allowed him to avoid lighting his house with candles. He noted that following the sun was cheaper than lighting one’s home.

This concept gained momentum in the 1900s, when William Willett wrote and published a pamphlet called The Waste of Daylight, which campaigned for what we call today Daylight Saving Time (or DST) in the United Kingdom. Willett, like Franklin, felt there were benefits to rising earlier in the summer, and wanted to encourage others to move the clock and make the best use of daylight. During WWI, the Germans adopted the clock-change as a means to use electric energy more sparingly. Eventually, the British also followed suit, as did almost every country on either side of the war. And so was established the system which has persisted to today.

According to David Prerau, the author of the highly acclaimed book Seize the Daylight – as well as dubbed – “the world’s foremost authority on Daylight Saving Time” – the clock-change may be annoying,

but it is definitely necessary. Prerau is a big proponent of keeping the clock-change, and his conviction does not stem from a solely hypothetical perspective. He recalls how, in an attempt to save electricity during the energy crisis of 1974, the US attempted to (temporarily) extend DST year-round for two years. For as ideal as it seemed initially, the results were vastly unpopular. Many complained that waking up in the dark was a difficult and stressful procedure, especially in the winter, when mornings were also a lot colder. The unpopularity of the experiment forced its early cancelation, and a return to changing clocks.

In an interview with NPR’s Jenn White and Dr. Beth Malow in March of 2022, Prerau said, “Switching clocks can be a pain, but the fact is that the change makes a difference for four months of the year.” Plus, he argues, we still have the benefits of daylight saving time for most of the year. “The current system is an excellent compromise; it allows us the benefits of daylight saving for most of the year but avoids the problems of waking up and traveling in the dark to work or school during the coldest, darkest months of the year.”

Which time is the “right” time?

Those who favor the end of the clockchange must also decide which time setting to make permanent: Standard Time or Daylight Saving Time. The 2022 Senate Act opted for DST to become the new normal, but what exactly would this entail? Being on DST means that we get less light in the winter and more light in the summer; it stays light in the summer later than it normally would. While the idea of darkness by early evening sounds depressing, is Daylight Saving Time actually the better time zone to adopt?

According to Dr. Beth Malow, from the Department of Neurology at Vanderbilt University, light is important especially in the morning. “If it’s dark when we wake up, it interferes with our ability to feel rested.” Malow also points out that late evening light can increase sleeplessness – which can affect our mood and health. This is why she – alongside many in the medical community – support the adoption of an official time… just not DST. Instead, Malow and others argue in favor of Standard Time.

Dr. Malow fears for vulnerable groups who cannot adjust their schedule based on daylight. “People need light during the morning to travel to work or school.”

It also activates a positive burst in mood and energy when we wake up with the sun. Readers might be familiar with the concept of a body-clock, or circadian cycle, which is the natural internal process

which regulates our sleep-wake cycle. This system was historically tied to the rise and set of the sun, before clocks and timekeeping began to determine our hours.

For some, Standard Time is a return – as close as modernly possible – to honoring the sun’s effect on our ability to wake and sleep. Some states have already put into effect year-round Standard Time, such as Hawai’i and most of Arizona.

So did the Senate get the right idea, but the wrong answer? According to Dr. Karin Johnson of the Baystate Regional Sleep Medicine Program, the majority of people in the US do support the end of the clockchange. However, DST is not the right choice. Many studies suggest that consistent poorer sleep quality – which results from the misalignment of our sleep pattern on DST – contributes to not only worse mood, but worse health, with increases in obesity and even cancer seen in various communities. With the medical community in agreement, why the insistence on Daylight Saving Time from the Senate?

One theory is the role capitalism may play in adopting permanent DST. When it stays lighter later, people are more likely to stay active after work or school. This activity also encourages spending more money. Shops around the US, when polled, revealed that there is a spike in customers during Daylight Saving Time for a variety of products. This correlation does require more insight, including the fact that over the Summer – peak DST time – many young people are out of school and looking for things to do (and buy). However, is the link between DST and higher levels of consumerism prominent enough to seal the deal?

For now, it seems the Senate is deadlocked on their time-change initiative. The Act was reintroduced by Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) in March of this year, but it seems that Congress has more pressing issues to worry about at the moment. For now, the clock-change stays, but soon enough we may have to ask ourselves whether time is truly of the essence.

(Sketch by Lauren Feldman)

American Cancer Society Volunteer Receives Proclamation

An American Cancer Society longtime volunteer and Massapequa resident, Maureen Knott, received a proclamation on her volunteerism from the Huntington Town Council at their monthly council meeting.

“Thank you so much for the incredible honor of receiving this Proclamation Award from Councilwoman Joan Cergol at the recent Huntington Town Council meeting. It is extremely rewarding to be recognized for my volunteer efforts with the American Cancer Society. My passion to support their mission inspires me to continue making a difference in helping those affected by cancer. Working together, we can raise awareness and contribute to the fight to find a cure,” said Maureen Knott, vice president of Dental Strategic Marketing Team at Henry Schein, Inc. in Melville, N.Y.

“The American Cancer Society Long Island Market owes much of its success to the many amazing volunteers who, through tireless efforts, make a difference in so many lives,” said Katie Schafer, executive director, American Cancer Society Long Island Market. “It is volunteers like Maureen Knott and the entire philanthropic team at Henry Schein who make a difference in helping the fight against cancer from every angle.”

Knott was also honored on June 21 at the annual American Cancer Society 2023 Red, White and Blue Summer Bash Held at Gatsby on the Ocean in Wantagh.

About Maureen Knott

Maureen Knott is Vice President of Dental Strategic Marketing Team at Henry Schein, Inc. in Melville, N.Y. A member of Team Schein for more than 36 years, Maureen’s current responsibilities include the creation and implementation of print marketing activities and programs for Henry Schein’s dental division (merchandise, equipment,

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and special markets), which serves more than 100,000 customers in the U.S. In addition, Maureen assists in the execution of the strategic marketing initiatives for the Dental Division to deliver the best possible experience and outcome for our customers. In June 2022, Maureen was named President of the Henry Schein Cares Foundation. Maureen is also an Executive Sponsor of Henry Schein’s first employee resource group for women, the Women’s Leadership Network. She is the recipient of numerous awards including the 2018 Athena Leadership

Award, 2018 Farmingdale State College President’s Award for Alumni Leadership, the 2016 Long Island Business News Top 50 Women in Business Award, as well as the 2007 Henry Schein Cares Recognition Award.

Maureen is an active member of the community and has served on many boards. She currently serves as Board Member for the American Cancer Society Long Island Market, Executive Board Member for Farmingdale State College, Member of the Farmingdale State College Dental Hygiene Committee, and Board Member for Dental Lifeline Network.

About The American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. For more than 100 years, we have been improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support. We are committed to ensuring everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. To learn more, visit cancer.org or call our 24/7 helpline at 1-800-227-2345. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

—Submitted by the American Cancer Society

Maureen receiving her proclamation. (Photo Credit: American Cancer Society)

Dynamite Dozen, Part 1

The Nassau Observer’s Dynamite Dozen is a collection of senior boys student athletes who excelled on the field, in the classroom and in the community. The list represents our circulation area and was compiled with input from school teachers, coaches and administrators. Media reports on the athletes were also consulted. This series will run for four weeks.

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Jack Maurer - MacArthur - Jack was a threeyear captain of the MacArthur winter and spring track teams. He was also a three-year member of the varsity soccer program and a kicker for the Generals football team. He earned All-District and Scholar Athlete honors in soccer. In track, as a member of the 4x400 relay team, Maurer has earned All-County honors in both spring and winter track for the last three seasons. He has also earned All-Division honors in spring track. Jack has a 102.58 GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society and World Language Honor Society. He is a peer leader and was selected to represent MacArthur at the Section 8 leadership conference. He’s been named a Scholar Athlete and AP Scholar with Distinction. Jack will attend Georgetown.

Michael Cassano - MacArthur - Michael was a four-year member of MacArthur’s varsity lacrosse team. He was a two-time captain, two-time All-County honoree, he earned Academic All-County honors and was twice listed in Newsday’s Top 100 lacrosse players. He was also a member of the Cross Country and Winter Track teams. He was a two-time All-Conference and two-time All-County selection in Cross Country. Cassano maintained a 100 GPA. He was a member of the National Honor Society, Key Club, ABC Club, Math Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Peer Leaders, School Development Committee, Levittown Community Council Volunteer and Island Harvest Volunteer. He was voted class president and homecoming king. Michael will play lacrosse at Marist.

TJ Harrington - Seaford - A threesport athlete, Harrington was a captain of the Vikings football team and an AllCounty selection. On the hardwood, TJ was also a captain and he earned AllConference honors in basketball. He was also a member of Seaford’s Nassau County championship baseball team, where he earned All-League accolades as a junior. He is a member of Best Buddies, the National Honor Society and the Athletic Leadership Council. Harrington will play baseball at SUNY Oswego.

Joe Burriesci - Farmingdale - Joe was a member of the football and baseball teams and maintained a 91 GPA. On the gridiron, Joe earned All-County, first team All-Long Island and All-State honors. He won the Pizzarelli Award for Outstanding Wide Receiver in Nassau County. Farmingdale won the Nassau and Long Island championship in football. Joe’s baseball résumé includes being a three-year member of the varsity team and captain his senior year. Burriesci earned All-County, Nassau League AA1 MVP and All-State honors on the diamond in 2022. He was selected to Newsday All-Long Island baseball second team. Joe has committed to play Division II baseball for Molloy College in Fall 2023.

Alessandro Giacomarra - Division

- Alessandro was a two-time captain of the basketball team for the Blue Dragons. He was also a two-time All-Conference selection. He was also named a Scholar Athlete and All District on the hardwood. He played basketball in the Long Island Lightning AAU program. Alessandro was named first team All-Tournament at the Carle Place tournament. Giacomarra was vital in Division returning to the playoffs for the first time in 14 years. Alessandro had a 97 GPA and was a member of the National Honor Society, Business Honor Society and treasurer of the World Language Honor Society. He was a peer leader and was part of the homecoming court. He was named Division’s outstanding physical education student. He will attend Hofstra.

Michael Coppeto - Island Trees - On the gridiron, Michael was a running back and team captain. He earned All-County honors in his junior and senior seasons. He was recognized by Newsday as a “Gridiron Great” and he was a National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame Award winner. He was also a captain on the Bulldogs wrestling team and won the county title at 152 pounds. Coppeto was a four-year Honor Roll student. He was a volunteer for the Hance Family Foundation, which hosts fundraisers and clothing drives for underprivileged children. Michael will attend Nassau Community College while also enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves.

Michael Cassano (Photo courtesy of MacArthur High School)

Michael Coppeto (Photo courtesy of Island Trees High School)

Jack Maurer (Photo courtesy of MacArthur High School)

Joe Burriesci (Photo courtesy of Farmingdale High School)

Alessandro Giacomarra (Photo courtesy of Division High School)

TJ Harrington (Photo courtesy of Seaford High School)