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Vol. 76, No. 33

LIVING THE DREAM

Sir Paul McCartney and James Liverani BY GARY SIMEONE August 7th might have been the best day of James Liverani’s life. The 29 year old Oyster Bay resident was at MetLife Stadium when his idol, legendary music star, Paul McCartney, asked him to join him on stage. Liverani never thought it would happen to him. “The guy has been the soundtrack to my whole life,” said Liverani, a music teacher at Friends Academy and musician at Hank Lane Music in Hicksville. “I was born in 1986 and went to my first concert with my parents in 1990 when I was three years old. I eat, breathe and sleep the Beatles. My father has been to all of his American tours.” On Sunday the 7th, Liverani and his father, Tom, were attending a pre-concert soundcheck at MetLife for VIP guests. The pair had decided to bring signs with them in order to catch McCartney’s attention. James’ sign read ‘Music Teacher’ and his father’s sign said ‘You’d Make My Son The Coolest Teacher If He Could Play With His Idol.’ He said that McCartney looked out into the crowd of 300 people and that his gaze fell upon the two signs that James and his father were holding above their

heads. “He called me up on stage and I just lost it,” said Liverani. “My jaw just dropped, my eyes were wide and it was like I was floating up to the stage instead of walking. One of the best feelings of my life.” Liverani ended up playing guitar while Sir Paul played bass and they both sang lyrics to the Beatles famous hit, ‘Get Back.’ After the duet, he said that McCartney asked him his name and he told him his name was James. “He said to me that James was a great name because his dad and grandfather’s name was James and his son is also named James. He was the nicest of people and I every time I talk about or think about the experience it gives me the chills.” Sir Paul also asked Tom to come up on stage with him to sing In the microphone and afterwards gave both father and son a big hug. In a few weeks, Liverani will resume his job as a music teacher at Friends but will always have the life long memory of being able to share the stage with one of his idols.

Levittown School District appoints Special Ed chairperson

The Levittown School District has as assistant principal at Division Avenue appointed Stephanie AddoHigh School. na as special education Ms. Addona holds her chairperson for Division bachelor’s degree in comAvenue High School, effecmunication arts from tive Sept. 1, 2016. Molloy College, a master’s Ms. Addona, a Lynbrook degree in speech language resident, formerly held pathology from St. John’s the positions of certified University and a certifispeech language patholcation in school district administration from Stony ogist and Committees on Brook University. Preschool Special EducaThe Levittown School tion chairperson and coorDistrict wishes Ms. Addodinator for the Lawrence Photo courtesy Levittown School District na much success in her Public School District. Ms. new position at Division Addona replaces Terence Stephanie Addona Avenue High School. Rusch as CPSE chairperson, who currently serves

Benefit held at Milleridge Cottage BY GARY SIMEONE Kaeli Kramer, was only 19 years old when she died in an accident and it was on the same day she started her first semester at Farmingdale State College to become an equine veterinarian. On Thursday, August 11th, a benefit was held in her name at the Milleridge Cottage. All of the proceeds from the event will benefit the Kaeli Kramer Foundation which helps abused and neglected horses across the country. To honor Kaeli ‘s name, her parents Peter and Linda Kramer started the Kaeli Kramer Foundation in 2009 rescuing neglected animals such as horses, cows, dogs, cats and more. “The Foundation was formed to continue the good work that Kaeli started,” said her mother, Linda, who is Chairperson of the Foundation. “Our supporters make the Kaeli Kramer Foundation a living tribute to the goodness in Kaeli and the goodness in each of us.”

Kaeli loved and cared about animals and aspired to be an equine veterinarian. She was an avid equestrian and volunteered in many therapeutic riding programs. The event at the Milleridge Cottage was attended by hundreds of people including many animal rights activists. This year’s honoree was world renowned equestrian, passionate animal advocate and author, Georgina Bloomberg. “I’m just lucky to be here and I hope we can go out and save as many horses as we possibly can because I know that was her dream,” said Bloomberg. The event also included musical performances by gifted musicians, Glenda Lubin, Jason Bergman and Brian Caltabiano, a dinner, wine tasting and a Chinese auction at the cottage with proceeds going to the Foundation. “I always tell people it’s not like it’s just a horse or just a dog or just some animal,” said Kramer. “They’re really just like us.”

Stars versus Stripes on Field of Dreams PAGE 7 County overdose prevention seminar PAGE 5

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Arrest in Bethpage burglary Nassau County Police arrested a Kings Park man for burglary that occurred on Friday, August 19, at 7:46 a.m. in Bethpage. According to detectives, Second Precinct officers received a call for a suspicious person in the rear yard of a South Robert Damm Street home. As they responded to the area they were informed the subject had fled the yard. While conducting the investigation additional calls were received from a Brenner Avenue residence of a suspicious man in the home. Additional Second Precinct Officers responded to the area and swiftly located George

Henry Diamond, 28, of Kings Park, in the rear of Central Boulevard Elementary School and placed him under arrest. A subsequent investigation determined that Diamond allegedly had entered a home on Brenner Avenue, but fled when confronted by the homeowner. He was then observed by another homeowner on Brenner Avenue attempting to enter the garage through a rear door before fleeing again to the school yard where he was located. Diamond was charged with Burglary 2nd degree, Attempted Burglary 2nd degree, and Possession of Burglar Tools.

THE POLICE BLOTTER

Incidents that have occurred recently in the local area include: At Target in Hicksville, a 28-year-old woman from Westbury was arrested at 6:30 p.m. on August 1 and charged with Shoplifting. n

At 11:55 p.m. on August 1, two tires of a car that was parked in front of a victim’s home on Jefferson Street in Westbury were found to have been slashed. n

Between 10 and 11:30 a.m. on August 2, the PVC fence of a building on 7th Avenue in East Meadow was damaged. n

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HealtHy aging: tipS to living Better Recommendations for screenings and guidelines for health sometimes change as we age. Sukhminder K. Sahansra, MD, Attending Physician in the Division of Geriatrics at Winthrop, will discuss routine medical screenings, tips for staying healthy with nutrition and exercise, normal changes in appetite, sleep, etc., and other issues common with seniors. A question and answer period will be included. Wednesday, September 14 , 2016 1:15 PM Mineola Community Center 155 Washington Avenue, Mineola (One block south of Jericho Tpke., between Mineola Blvd. and Willis Ave.)

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One AED defibrillator was stolen and another was damaged at Hay Path Park in Old Bethpage. The incident occurred between 6 p.m. on August 2 and 10 a.m. the following day. n

At 10 p.m. on August 3, an iPhone was stolen from bleachers at a location on Hempstead Turnpike in Hicksville. n

On Merry Lane in Westbury, a victim has reported that unknown subjects damaged the driver’s side window of his work vehicle while it was parked in his driveway between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on August 6. n

A victim has reported that unknown subject damaged the storm door of his home on Lloyd Street in Franklin Square sometime between 6 p.m. on August 6 and 12:50 a.m. the next morning. n

On Post Avenue in Westbury, a 34-year-old man from Mineola was arrested on August 7 at 3:05 a.m. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. n

At 5:`3 p.m. on August 7, a 47-year-

old woman from Hempstead was arrested and was charged with Shoplifting at TJ Maxx on Glen Cove Road in Carle Place. n

Sometime between 8 p.m.on August 7 and 2:10 a.m. the next morning, the back windshield of a victim’s car was damaged while it was parked at the corner of Lexington Avenue and South Grand Street in Westbury. n

Between 10 p.m. on August 7 and 6:50 a.m. on August 8, an unknown object was thrown through the rear windshield of a car that was parked on Dow Avenue in Mineola. n

Two large flower pots on the sidewalk of a location on West Jericho Turnpike in Mineola were knocked over and damaged on August 8 at 10:30 p.m. n

At 11:55 a.m. on August 8, a victim left his parked car on Langley Avenue in West Hempstead. When he returned, at 7:30 a.m. the next morning, he found that the ignition had been removed. n

At the intersection of Fulton Avenue and Main Street in Hempstead, a 26-year-old man from East Meadow was arrested an was charged with Driving While Intoxicated at 3:37 a.m. on August 9. n

On August 9, between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., the rear window of a vehicle that was parked on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown was found to have been smashed. n

On Ava Road in Bethpage, a victim’s car was spray-painted while it was parked in his driveway at 10:20 p.m. on August 9. Compiled by Kate and Meg Meyer

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Assault arrest in Hicksville dow, allegedly stabbed Nassau County Police the victim in his chest arrested a Hicksville and fled the scene. The man for assault on victim called police Sunday, August 21st at and was transported 5:58 a.m. to a local hospital According to detecwith non-life threatentives, while seated in his 2007 Nissan Altima ing injuries. After an investion Dartmouth Drive, gation, Aimar was Brian Aimar, 20, was placed under arrest allegedly involved in a on Cambridge Drive at verbal argument with a 6:50 am without further 42 year old male victim. incident. The knife was The argument escalated recovered. when the victim exited Aimar is being the vehicle. The defenBrian Aimar charged with Assault dant still seated in his 2nd Degree and automobile reached through an open drivers’ side win- Criminal Possession of a Weapon.

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Eagle Scout Court of Honor

Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich (center) recently attended St. Martin of Tours in Bethpage where the Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony for Paul Michael Donohue (left) and Will Pilc (right) of Troop 604, Bethpage was being held. Eagle Scout is the highest honor a Boy Scout can achieve after completing hours of community service and attaining numerous merit badges. Receiver of Taxes Stefanich presented Paul and Will with citations in recognition of the hard work they undertook towards earning the promotion to Eagle Scout.

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Levittown Superintendent of Schools Dr. Tonie McDonald and Board of Education Vice President Peggy Marenghi both received a 2016 Women of Distinction Award bestowed by the New York State Assembly’s 17th District during a ceremony held at the Farmingdale Public Library on Aug. 13. The annual award honors women who contribute to their community in the areas of business, education, military, community affairs, healthcare, government and volunteerism. A lifelong Levittown resident, Dr. McDonald began her educational career as a teacher in the Levittown School District. Currently serving as the district’s superintendent of schools, Dr. McDonald has held numerous positions within the district, including director of pupil personnel services and assistant superintendent for business and finance. In addition, Dr. McDonald

recently received the Hofstra George M. Estabrook Alumni Association Distinguished Service Award and the Nassau County Legislature’s 2016 Trailblazer Award. Also a lifelong Levittown resident, Mrs. Marenghi has served as a school district trustee since 2009. She recently retired from her longtime position as principal of the New Hyde Park Road School in New Hyde Park, N.Y. Mrs. Marenghi is also a member of the American Red Cross, an organization with which she has participated in disaster relief efforts during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Superstorm Sandy and Sept. 11, 2001. Mrs. Marenghi said she is honored to have been recognized for her efforts in the community. “I was excited to be honored and look forward to continuing my work in the Levittown community,” she said.

Irish History Forum event On Saturday, September 17, the Irish Family History Forum will present: 10:00 a.m. Launch of its 25th anniversary year 11:15 a.m. Stephen Morse on “One-Step Webpages: A Potpourri of Genealogical Search Tools” Stephen Morse, will describe the range of tools available on his site (http://stevemorse.org/) and give

the highlights of each one. Meetings are free and open to the public. Light refreshments are served. Meetings are held at Bethpage Public Library, 7 Powell Avenue, Bethpage. Directions: www.ifhf.org There is ample parking directly opposite the library. For more information contact Mary Ann at: press@ifhf.org or (631) 335-2462

Our Polarizing Election BY BOB MORGAN, JR.

I’ve been around for many presidential campaigns (I actually remember the 1960 Kennedy-Nixon race pretty well), but I don’t think that I ever remember a race as personal as the one we’re having now. This is a year in which many people are particularly inclined to make their choice of candidate a part of their essence and reject those who disagree. I have a little bit of a case in point on this. Earlier this week I shared on Facebook an article by Peter Weber from an Internet publication theweek.com entitled “Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Aren’t Worth Losing Friends Over”. The theme of the article, as you might imagine, is that there are millions of people nationwide who are going to vote for the candidate who isn’t your choice and that it makes sense to keep the peace, both on Facebook and in personal relations generally, particularly among family members. The piece ends with an interesting piece of advice: “Try not to be like the candidates. Your friendships and family ties are worth more than that”. In posting the article, I explained that the piece reflects my general view. This is a very contentious election and I do care about the outcome. However, people are more than just their political views. I actually didn’t think that either this Facebook post or the shared article were particularly controversial, but, in this very polarized year, that didn’t prove to be the case. Rather quickly, someone posted that, while people are more than their political views, these views sometimes demonstrate that they tolerate things that are not acceptable. The conclusion was that if you support Donald Trump, you support bigotry, xenophobia and hate. I asked the person if he was saying that if you vote for Mr. Trump, you are a bad person even if, for example, you think that there are two flawed candidates, but you don’t want to turn over control of the Supreme

Court to the left for the next 30 years. And indeed he was. His position was that if you vote for Donald Trump you are a bad person. He said that he would rather have a Supreme Court with two more liberal justices than a man who is almost a fascist in the Oval Office. I replied that we had to agree to disagree. This thread proved to be all too popular, although generally pretty cordial, with numerous points on a number of related issues. A proTrump poster came up with a semi-facetious response to the argument that all Trump voters are bad people by claiming that anyone voting for Hillary Clinton favors venal government in which national secrets are for sale to the highest bidder. One poster did make the sensible point that people should be allowed to remove argumentative, obnoxious people from their Facebook feed, perhaps to be restored in November. As I’ve said, I cannot remember an election when things were quite this personal. I was trying to think of an election in my lifetime that even approached this level, and the best I could do was 1964, when Barry Goldwater’s maverick rightwing candidacy created a big (if uneven) division in the electorate. My best guess is that the reason for this year’s divisive spirit is that both candidates have very high unfavorable ratings. A huge number of people are voting against rather than for a candidate and they cannot fathom how anyone could favor the candidate they oppose. One very important point on the thread was posted by a woman from the Midwest. She said that friends who remember your birthday, call you when you are ill and who are fun and available to discuss life’s disappointments should be number one, even despite Facebook and this election. And it’s true, we will be looking to the people in our lives once November 9, the day after the election, rolls around, no matter who wins or loses the presidency.

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County offers heroin overdose prevention seminar Continuing to combat the heroin epidemic and save countless residents’ lives, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, County Legislator Denise Ford, Hempstead Town Supervisor Anthony Santino and Hempstead Councilman Anthony D’Esposito will host a free Overdose Prevention Seminar on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at the Island Park Library, located at 176 Long Beach Road. Residents will be trained to administer Naloxone - the lifesaving antidote to a heroin overdose – and learn the warning signs of drug addiction, new and effective treatment options, personal stories of recovery, and more. The Island Park Library is co-sponsoring the event. “These free Heroin Overdose Prevention Seminars are just one part of my administration’s four-pronged approach to fight this public health crisis – including education, awareness, enforcement and treatment,” said County Executive Mangano. “These trainings prevent drug-related deaths in our community, save residents’ lives and keep families whole.” “These Overdose Prevention Seminars can be the difference between life and death,” said Legislator Ford. “I’d like to thank the County Executive for this initiative and I encourage all to attend.” “Having people educated in the use of Naloxone in order to reverse the effects of a heroin overdose is more than just a lifesaver,” said Hempstead Town Supervisor Anthony J. Santino. “It can be a first step in helping someone who has fallen prey to addiction in reclaiming their life. I thank the County Executive for presenting this program.” “As a Town Councilman and a former New York City Police Detective, I know first-hand the benefits of Narcan

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in saving lives,” stated Hempstead Town Councilman Anthony D’Esposito. “Hempstead Town has trained staff and is ready to use Naloxone at its beaches and parks. The more people are trained in its use, the better.” Approximately 200 Nassau residents died from heroin and prescription painkillers in 2015. Hundreds more were saved from overdoses by those trained to administer Naloxone. Naloxone has been used by paramedics and emergency room doctors for decades, to save lives. A 2006 State law allows citizens to administer Naloxone in an attempt to save a life, without fear of liability. Nassau County has already provided Naloxone training for 7,053 people, at 151 trainings, since 2012. Nearly 50 trainees have reported using that knowledge - and the Naloxone kit they were given - to revive someone overdosing on heroin or painkillers, and save their lives. Naloxone is administered through a nasal spray, and is provided at no charge to trainees over the age of 18. Social Work and OASAS Continuing Education Credits are available for the training, as the Nassau County Office of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency - and the Mental Health Association of Nassau County - is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers. All residents are welcome to attend, but seating is limited. To attend the two-hour seminar, provided by the Nassau County Department of Human Services, please RSVP at www.nassaucountyny.gov/overdosetraining. For dates and locations of additional Overdose Prevention Seminars, visit www.nassaucountyny.gov/overdose.

“Healthy aging: Tips to living better” Recommendations for screening and guidelines for health sometimes change as we age. Learn the latest information at Winthrop-University Hospital’s Health Update for Seniors community education program, “Healthy Aging: Tips to Living Better,” on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 1:15 PM. The program will be held at the Mineola Community Center, 155 Washington Avenue in Mineola (one block south of Jericho Turnpike, between Mineola Boulevard and Willis Avenue). Sukhminder K. Sahansra, MD, Attending Physician in the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Winthrop, will discuss routine medical screenings, tips

for staying healthy with nutrition and exercise, normal changes in appetite, sleep, etc., and other issues common with seniors. A question and answer period will be included. Parking is available in the lot adjacent to the building, as well as in metered lots across the street. Seating is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a space, please call (516) 663-3916. Health Update for Seniors is a free community health education program presented by the Department of Public Affairs, Geriatric Health Services and the Winthrop Home Health Agency. For information on other programs at the Hospital, please call 1-866-WINTHROP.

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Property tax exemption workshops

As part of his continued efforts to help homeowners reduce their property tax burden, County Executive Edward Mangano will be hosting a series of Property Tax Exemptions Workshops in September at libraries and community meeting halls throughout Nassau County. Department of Assessment staff will be on hand to assist any homeowner who would like to file for the Veterans, Senior Citizen, Cold War Veterans, Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers, Limited Income Disability, Home Improvement or (for homeowners already in the STAR Program) the Enhanced STAR property tax exemption on-site. The property tax exemptions workshops will be offered from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the following locations: • Friday, September 9 at Levittown VFW Post 9592 located at 55 Hickory Lane

• Wednesday, September 14 at the Jericho Public Library located at One Merry Lane • Tuesday, September 20 at the Bethpage Public Library located at 47 Powell Avenue • Thursday, September 29 at the Syosset Public Library located at 225 South Oyster Bay Road Homeowners who will be filing for a property tax exemption are encouraged to make copies of their 2015 Federal and State Income Tax Forms, Driver’s License, and any other documentation that is required prior to the workshop. Documentation requirements can be viewed on the application available on the Department of Assessment website at www.mynassauproperty.com. For further information regarding property tax exemptions that are offered by Nassau County, please contact the Department of Assessment Exemptions Division at (516) 571-1500.

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What’s Happening August 19

“A Royal Night Out” will be shown at the Bethpage Public Library at 2 p.m. Rated PG-13, the film is 97 minutes long. At 7:30 p.m., the Plaza Theatrical Productions group will perform “A Funny Thing Happened On the Way to The Forum” at the Bethpage Public Library.

August 21

The Bethpage Public Library will hold a special event of “Watch The Skies”, a role-playing board game from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Library. Sign up now and lunch will be provided.

August 22

“Hello, My Name is Doris” will be shown at the Hicksville Public Library at 1:30 p.m. Starring Sally Fields, the film is 95 minutes long and is rated R. At 2 p.m at the Bethpage Public Library, Philip Harwood, film historian, will present “Film Adaptation of Broadway Musicals”.

August 23

At 1 p.m. at the Hicksville Public Library, Fred Chernow will guide participants in “Memoir Writing”. “The Life and Work of Lise Meitner”, an Austrian physicist who worked on radioactivity and nuclear physics, is the subject of a session with Thomas Memmick, Professor of Physics at Stony Brook University at 2 p.m. A Tech Time program will be held at the Bethpage Public Library at 2 p.m. to train participates in how to do “Video Streaming”. The Teen Corner of the Hicksville Public Library will hold a craft program with Doris Benter to create a “Surfboard Clock” at 7:15 p.m. Advanced registration is required.

August 24

A Tech Time program will be held at the Bethpage Public Library at 7 p.m. to train participates in how to do “Video Streaming”.

August 25

The Young Adult Reading Club of the Bethpage Public Library will meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. to discuss the book I’ll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson.

August 26

“Hail Caesar!” a film starring George Clooney, will be shown at the Bethpage Public Library at 2 and again at 7:30 p.m. Rated PG-13, 106 minutes long.

August 27

The Karkowska Sisters Duo will perform a concert at the Hicksville Public Library at 2 p.m. No registration is required.

August 29

Eddie Redmayne is featured in the film “The Danish Girl”, showing at the Hicksville Public Library at 1:30 p.m. Rated R, 120 minutes long. In advance of the showing, a “Book-to-Film” discussion will be held at 12 noon, led by Fran Cohen.

August 30

The Bethpage Public Library will host Thomas Germano, Professor of Art History with Farmingdale State College, presenting an overview of The Broad Museum in downtown Los Angeles and its collection.

August 31

“Totally Radical 80’s” will be performed by the White Wedding Band at the Bethpage Public Library at 7:30 p.m. Compiled by Meg Meyer

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Stars versus Stripes

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Division Avenue and MacArthur high school athletes took to Massapequa’s Field of Dreams on July 21 and 22 during the annual Shootout for Soldiers event to benefit the nation’s returning, wounded and homeless soldiers. Of the 96 participating teams, six Levittown teams played lacrosse in a 24-hour dual against other Long Island teams, helping to raise more than $133,000 for this important cause. The Shootout for Soldiers event commenced in Baltimore and has spread to eight other cities. The lacrosse games are played hour-to-hour with participants designated as stars or stripes and ending with a cumulative score for each category. Co-chairman Mike Nelson noted that the Long Island event was the largest event in terms of money raised and participating teams, and all proceeds were donated to two local and six national foundations and funds, including the Long Island Air Force Association and the U.S. Army Lead the Way Fund. “This has become a real community event, and support from the Levittown community runs deep,” Mr. Nelson noted. “I am particularly proud of the Levittown students and all the other teams whose support and participation were humbling.”

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Division Avenue High School athletes participated in the annual Shootout for Soldiers event, held at Massapequa’s Field of Dreams on July 21 and 22.

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Recognition for town lifeguards

Relay For Life Survivor Dinner

Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker joins the Cancer Survivors for a special dinner, which was provided by the Fraternal order of Police, at the Relay for Life event held at Bethpage High School. Pictured: Front: Joe Pace, Lenny O’Donnell, Joanne Foley, Jim Foley, Legislator Walker, Maurice Cosentino, Alicia Cosentino, Patty Donohue-Brown, James Fox

Town to hold “Family Football Night” The Town of Oyster Bay is ready to kick-off the football season with its annual “Family Football Night” at John J. Burns Town Park in Massapequa on Tuesday August 23rd, at 7:00 p.m. Football fans are sure to enjoy the event which features a collegiate scrimmage of the LIU Post Pioneers. “This is a great event where football fans are close to the action,” Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto said. ”LIU Post has many talented players and it’s very impressive to watch the team’s knowledgeable coaches, led by Head Coach Bryan Collins, work with the players during a scrimmage. It’s a unique perspective that everyday fans don’t get a chance to see on television.” Admission will be free for Town residents, but all attendees are encouraged to bring two cans of food, which will be donated to Island Harvest to benefit the fight against hunger. The event will be preceded by a youth clinic, which is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. Players and coaches from LIU Post will instruct youth football players and to help improve their skills. “The student athletes on the LIU Post football team serve as true role models for the many young players in attendance,” Supervisor Venditto said. “Perhaps one day, these youngsters will also be able to further their academics though athletics.” There will also be a barbeque following the scrimmage where youth players

will have an opportunity to speak with the LIU players and coaches and receive autographs. “This scrimmage is always a fun night for the players and I know the team looks forward to coming to John J, Burns Park in Massapequa for this annual event,” Supervisor Venditto said. “Over the years, this fan friendly practice has become important night for LIU Post as they prepare for the season.” Last season, the Pioneers boasted a 7-4 overall record and a 5-4 mark in Northeast-10 Conference play. The team finished fifth in the league standings and dispatched Bentley University, 34-20, on NE-10 Championship Weekend to close out the season. This year, they are looking to build on that success. “The Town of Oyster Bay is pleased to support the sport of football, which is extremely popular in the Town of Oyster Bay as it is throughout the country,” said Supervisor Venditto. “It’s great to have an outstanding college team like LIU Post playing on one of our fields. The Town of Oyster Bay has been acclaimed for having some of the finest parks in the Nation, and that is further supported by having LIU Post hold a scrimmage at John J. Burns Park. The young athletes who play on our fields are thrilled that they play on the same facilities as those who may someday play professionally.” John J. Burns Park is located at 5158 Merrick Road in Massapequa.

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Michele M. Johnson (left), Councilman Joseph G. Pinto (third from left), Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone (second from right) and Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia (right) on behalf of the Oyster Bay Town Board, recently acknowledged the outstanding and heroic efforts of (left to right) Lifeguard George Ritter Jr., Lieutenant Anthony Toscano, Lieutenant Stephanie Levine, and Staff Lifeguard Jennifer Lander, Town of Oyster Bay Lifeguards at Philip B. Healy Beach in Massapequa who all worked together to make a daring rescue of a woman who fell out of her small boat and into a busy boating channel on July 2, 2016. Thanks to the fast action of this lifeguard team, this potentially life threating event ended on a positive note. The quick and skillful actions of the Lifeguard crew were praised by those who witnessed the event. All agreed that these exceptional individuals acted heroically, rendered potentially lifesaving aid and deserved special commendation. The Town Officials presented each lifeguard with a citation at Town Hall North in Oyster Bay in recognition and gratitude for their courageous and lifesaving efforts.

“Gary On The Go” in Levittown

Hempstead Town Councilman Gary Hudes took his “Gary on the Go” program to Levittown Veterans Memorial Park in Levittown, providing neighbors with a first-hand opportunity to address issues and ask questions of the councilman on board the “Mobile Town Hall.”

Last chance to pay taxes Town Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich advises Town of Oyster Bay property owners who missed paying their 2016 General taxes by the August 10th deadline, that they can still avoid additional interest and fees beyond the standard 2% late payment penalty. Late payers should immediately contact the Receiver’s office at 6246400, if they did not receive a second notification with a delinquent tax bill. Payments postmarked after August 31st cannot be accepted since the collection warrant will have expired. Those payments must be sent to the Nassau County Treasurer at 1 West Street, Mineola, New York 11501. Receiver Stefanich pointed out, “Failure to pay taxes before the collection warrant expires will result in a delinquent tax lien proceeding with the

Pictured from left to right at a recent Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association (NSWCA) meeting where Guest Speakers Joseph C. Ferreira and Thomas J. Ruggiero, Partners at Hauppauge-Based Albrecht, Viggiano, Zureck & Company, P.C. addressed NSWCA water commissioners on the topic of “NYS Comptroller Audits” are NSWCA Treasurer William Schuckmann of Hicksville Water District, NSWCA Secretary Michael Rich of Oyster Bay Water District, NSWCA 1st Vice President Andrew Bader of Plainview Water District, Guest Speaker Joseph C. Ferriera, NSWCA President Raymond Averna of Massapequa Water District, and Guest Speaker Thomas Ruggiero.

possibility of the lien being sold next February. Continued failure to pay all taxes levied against the property will result in your loss of the property”. In September, the Nassau County Treasurer will be mailing notices to all property owners with taxes in arrears. Receiver Stefanich advises homeowners who fall under those circumstances to contact the Nassau County Treasurer at 571-2090 to determine the amount in arrears. They may also visit the Treasurer’s office at 1 West Street, Mineola. Receiver Stefanich noted, “I want to make sure that property taxpayers in Oyster Bay do not jeopardize their home ownership because they were unaware of the consequences of not responding to notices from the Town or County”.

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Kindness makes a difference to Planet Earth

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Ruth Basile’s second-graders Daniel Toscano, Edgar Martinez, Carlos Villatoro, Matthew Zah and Joseph Tartamella are pictured with their recycling bin on Earth Day. Levittown students at Northside Elementary School celebrated Earth Day as part of their science studies in ecology, focusing on the importance of caring for the environment and protecting the planet. Activities included classroom discussions about ways to protect the environment and reduce the amount of waste. The students then made Earth Day posters on which they drew the planet

and included suggestions to preserve it, such as riding a bike to work and not leaving water running. Ruth Basile’s second-grade students made “I Love Earth” projects explaining that people need to reuse, recycle and reduce. They also studied earthworms and made “My Earth” books. Most importantly, the students learned that every little kindness to our planet makes a big difference.

Recycling poster contest winners

Hempstead Town Supervisor Anthony J. Santino (2nd left) and Councilman Anthony D’Esposito (2nd right) presented Certificates of Recognition to the student winners of the 2016 Covanta-Town of Hempstead Recycling Poster Contest at a ceremony held at the Merrick Road Park Golf Course Clubhouse. Pictured also are Covanta Business Manager Dan Dorlon and the winners from Gardiners Avenue School, Patrick Finnen (Grades 1-3) and Alyssa Nasello (Grades 4-6) with their teacher.

The TOBAY Triathlon

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto and the Town Board including (left to right) Councilman Joseph G. Pinto, Councilman Chris J. Coschignano, Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone, Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich, Councilman Joseph D. Muscarella and Councilwoman Michele M. Johnson recently welcomed to Town Hall officials from the Greater Long Island Running Club’s (GLIRC) & Runner’s Edge TOBAY Swim/Bike/Run Triathlon & Tri Relay. The GLIRC is Long Island’s largest and most active running club, with a membership that spans all of Nassau and Suffolk Counties and provides services to runners throughout Long Island. The GLIRC & Runner’s Edge TOBAY Swim/Bike/Run Triathlon & Tri Relay will be held on Sunday, August 28 at Theodore Roosevelt Park. Younger residents interested in participating in the Triathlon can register for the GLIRC & Runners Edge TOBAY Junior Triathlon to be held on Saturday, August 27 at Theodore Roosevelt Park. Also on hand to promote the event with Supervisor Venditto and members of the Town Board were (left to right) Runner’s Edge Representative Alison Cook, Director of GLIRC Michael Polansky and Executive Director of GLIRC Linda Ottaviano who all praised the Town of Oyster Bay for their continued partnership and support in making the TOBAY Triathlon an annual tradition for runners in the Oyster Bay community.

Hudes congratulates new union officers

Hempstead Town Councilman Gary Hudes (left) congratulated the new officers of the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1500 during the organization’s Swearing In Ceremony at Puglia’s of Garden City. Pictured (left to right) are Councilman Gary Hudes, President Anthony G. Speelman and Secretary/Treasurer Robert Newell Jr.

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Biking Through Albania’s ‘Breadbasket’ into Korca, the ‘Paris of Albania’ BY KAREN RUBIN (I travel to Albania with BikeTours. com’s President Jim Johnson on a specially constructed “President’s Tour” itinerary that modifies the regular “Albania’s UNESCO Sites with Rivers, Valleys, and Gorges” trip. See columns 8/12, 8/19) Day 3 of our cycling adventure (the fourth day of “Albania’s UNESCO Sites with Rivers, Valleys, and Gorges” tour) offers some of the starkest contrasts, from Albania’s rural “breadbasket” – farmland where you think you have gone back 100 years in time - to one of its most cosmopolitan and sophisticated cities, Korca, the “Paris of Albania.” This day is marked for me with some of my favorite landscapesstunning farms laid out like a neat patchwork quilt – that show Albania’s use of traditional agricultural techniques with little mechanization. If anything, the countryside reminds me of our Amish country, with the continued reliance on donkeys and mules, hoes and spades, and how the use of chemicals and pesticides is shunned (which is why the salads and produce we eat are so fresh and pure – talk about farm to table!). Our ride is a 51 km distance, mostly uphill with a steep climb at the beginning, and then a series of smaller climbs and drops for a total elevation gain of 412 meters and elevation loss of 252 meters. We start out of the hotel alongside

Biking down rural roads in Albania’s “breadbasket” © 2016 Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear. com Lake Ohrid, and cycle back to Pogradec, then head south and leave the plain, climbing to a higher one. We cycle the first half of the route along rural roads, looking at the

vast plain of Korca from above, presenting these gorgeous painterly scenes of the farms. As we come into one village, we see a funeral procession underway

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Biking Through Albania’s ‘Breadbasket’ into Korca, the ‘Paris of Albania’ But its prime location that has made the city so important as a trading center has also brought tragedy. Albania was neutral during the Balkan Wars and World War I, yet so many battles were fought here that the country lost 10% of its population, Junid tells us.

Continued from page D1 Our coffee break stop is a delightful restaurant right in the middle of the farms; Junid, our guide, brings us a watermelon to share. Lunch is in another charming restaurant, on the outskirts of Korca, where we enjoy stuffed grape leaves, beets, fries and lamb chops. Korca: ‘The Paris of Albania’ We bike into Korca and am immediately struck by sculptures that line the boulevard and some of the prettiest modern architecture we have seen, abutting turn-of-the-century French-influenced architecture (hence, the title, “The Paris of Albania”), from when the French controlled the region. We also pass a curious cemetery with crosses. You immediately feel Korca’s more cosmopolitan cultural vibes, but the essence of Albania’s 19th century history also is on display here, all compressed in a compact walkable distance. Our hotel, the Life Gallery Hotel, is, hands-down the best of the trip. It is a microcosm of Korca in that it is actually two buildings: a grand Frenchstyle building dating from 1924 and a modern, chic boutique hotel with every modern amenity imaginable (an enormous marble and granite bathroom and free WiFi), connected via an enclosed walkway and courtyard. There is a stunning beer garden, a cellar restaurant, a tavern, and even a swimming pool (and they are opening a spa).

The city also played a key role in its fight for independence from the 500year rule of the Ottoman Empire. Korca patriots were well organized from 1906 - 1912, and took part actively in the movement to liberate the country from Ottoman occupation. Korca enjoyed a heightened period of prosperity in the interwar period when many of its characteristic cultural institutions, mansions and boulevards were built by French and Italians.

Ladies, Korca, Albania © 2016 Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear. com We are here early enough for me to explore on my own for an hour and a half before our group meets together for a walking tour led by our guide, Junid: the rebuilt Cathedral (largest in Albania), the First School of Albania (dating from 1887), cinema and casinos (which may actually be nightclubs) and a bazaar (closed when we come) and what passes for a small indoor shopping mall. There are also a surprising number of banks. Indeed, Korca is one of the largest and most important cultural and economical centers of Albania and the

largest city in the region. In addition to being dubbed “The Paris of Albania,” it is also known as the “cradle of Albanian culture.” Korca is named in documents dating from the early medieval period the first half of the 15th century - when the entire province was the property of Muzakajt, one of the feudal families of that time. The city has been an important trading market: for centuries Albanian caravans began their travels from here to Turkey, Greece, and Russia. By the second half of the 19th century, the city rose to be a very important economic, trade and cultural center.

The city also offers several museums including The Education Museum (housed in the building where the first Albanian school opened in 1887), The National Museum of Medieval Art, The Prehistoric Museum, the housemuseum of the famous landscape painter, Vangjush Mio, and Bratko, the museum of the Oriental Art. Walking Tour of Korca The city of Korca takes great pride in being a welcoming and accessible city. You can best experience this by walking through its many parks, clean streets (we see people employed as street sweepers) and characteristic cobblestone walkways and roads. Which is what we do Junid gives us a narration of Korca’s history as we walk passed monuments

and structures: he points out the graveyard of martyrs, located at the top of a hill above the city. By happenstance of location, Korca has been the site of a lot of fighting. After Albania declared its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1912, after 500 years under its rule, it did not take part in the Balkan Wars of 1912-4, or in World War II – it was neutral, like Switzerland, Junid says. Nonetheless, armies marched through; Albania had an army for defense; 10% of the Albanian population died in battles fought on its soil. The numbers also include 700 French soldiers who are buried in the cemetery, marked with crosses, that we saw when we biked into the city earlier. In 1913, Albania’s borders were “redefined” by a Council of Ambassadors (Western Europeans). Albania had started out as 58,000 sq km;

but in their collective wisdom, Albania’s territory was cut down to 39,000 sq. km, with sizeable chunks given to Greece, Macedonia and Montenegro. Today, there is concern that Albania may want to recover its lost territory, but Junid says, “Nobody wants to reestablish Albania.” From 1916-20, Korca was occupied by the French who built many of the beautiful buildings we see. The French also installed Albania’s president. By 1930, half of Albania was occupied by Italy and the rest by Greece. “The Dictator” (as Junid refers to him) sought help from Hitler to push out the Greeks and allied with the Italians. Mussolini saw Albania as a 300 km-wide buffer zone for its own defense. Mussolini armed and modernized Albania’s army. We come to the Resurrection Orthodox Cathedral, the centerpiece of

the city and the largest in Albania and second largest in the Balkans. It was opened in 1995. Junid explains that in 1967, under the dictatorship of Enver Hoxha (dictator from 1944 until 1985), Albania became the first atheist country – religion was banned; priests and imans who refused to close their churches and mosques were shot and their churches and mosques burned down. Even after Communism fell in 1991, it took a couple of more years before the people got over their fear and reopened churches and mosques. The Cathedral was built upon ruins with donations of rich families from area (they are honored inside the Cathedral). Despite the restoration of formal religion, and the fact that Muslims represent 70 percent of the country, other religions are tolerated (indeed, we see crosses topping many hilltops), the country

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is clearly secular, atheism is still prevalent and people consider religion a private affair. “The religion of Albanians,” Junid tells us as we walk, “is Albanianism. First and foremost we are a nation. We all are human beings, respect each other.” Junid gives us more of Albania’s history: he tells us that when one of the prime ministers died of heart disease (or at least that’s what they said). “Coincidentally, one of the doctors who treated him succeeded him (This reminds me of a plot of “Madam Secretary”). (I can’t reconstruct this timeline based on the list of Prime Ministers and Presidents but the only cardiologist I can find is (Sali Berisha) who became President in 1992 and later became Prime Minister, 2005-2013. See page D5

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The adventures of Callie the Cat BY CLAIRE LYNCH I used to like rainy days, liked waking up and hearing the tap-tap-tapping of the rain on my windowpanes, liked hearing the sound of cars splashing by on wet roads, liked peering out my curtains and seeing the world drenched in rain. I liked curling up on my couch with a good book on rainy days, feeling as if I didn’t have a care in the world and knowing that, someday soon, the rain would stop and the blue skies and sunny days would return to my world. I would resume my routine, go about my business in the outdoors where sunshine and moderate temperatures reigned but in the meantime, on rainy days, all was cool and comfy in my world. A few months ago I stopped liking rainy days as much as I had when I met – or rather when I encountered – Callie, a calico cat in the neighborhood that happened to wander my way and, at a safe distance, crossed my path. Stretching my legs by taking a long, leisurely walk across a great big expanse of grassy land that separated my house from some stores down the road, I saw Callie dart from behind a tree and head toward the dish of wet cat food that some thoughtful person had left out for her. Wary of human beings, Callie held back for a few moments, but she didn’t dilly dally because that cat food was calling her. I kept on walking but stopped several yards away and watched her closely as she looked around then headed for the cat food that was placed in a dish on a sidewalk. The same person had placed

down a small bowl of fresh water. Hungry, she quickly devoured the food and lapped the cool, fresh water. Every so often Callie would lift her head up and look around for any intruders but there were none that day. She only saw me off in the distance. Wondering how friendly and domesticated Callie might be, I decided to watch her as many days as I could. Going outside at about 9 a.m., I saw that someone had already been there and left the fresh wet cat food and water. I tried getting closer to Callie but she wanted things to be on her own terms. When she was ready to make a new friend, she would do so. That would take a while, I found out. In the meantime, we had all types of weather. What bothered me the most were the heavy rains that came, the hot sun of the summer months and the cold, snowy days of winter, especially whenever we had a blizzard here on Long Island. I grew protective of Callie even though I didn’t know much about her. What I saw at face value was a calico cat that, typical of its breed, was orange and white and black. Those cats have a tri-colored exuberance. Their color is different from any other cat I have seen. She wasn’t a very big cat and I wondered how on earth she would find food when it rained here for days on end. That’s what snapped me out of my “I just love rainy days, they are so cool and comfy!” kick. I started thinking about Callie and didn’t know if her benevolent feeder would show up on those heavy rainy days and even if he or she did, how would the food stay well enough for her to eat? So on the next rainy day I got out

my big umbrella, put on a light jacket and headed out for my walk. As I approached Callie’s usual spot I didn’t see her at first. Then, after waiting for a few minutes, I saw her peek out from underneath a parked car. Callie’s feeder had placed the bowls of wet cat food and water under the parked car so the food wouldn’t get drenched and Callie wouldn’t get soaked, either. Eventually the rain stopped and the days turned nice. Blue skies with fluffy, white cumulus clouds drifting by became more common. As the weeks and months went by I watched Callie who seemed to love living outside and didn’t want to be housebound or beholden to any human beings. Period. She made that clear. She was independent and she never came too close to anyone. Walking back home, crossing the great big grassy area, I stopped and looked back, watching Callie as she bounded across the grassy area and raced to try and catch a passing butterfly. I watched her as she watched a squirrel climbing a tree, with her ears perked, but that squirrel moved too quickly for her to chase. From down below she sat and observed as he scampered from branch to branch and in short order was out of reach and out of sight. When other cats came around, as they inevitably did, I’d look at Callie to see how she acted. She’d put on that aloof and “I don’t want to be bothered” act but things about the other stray cats caught her attention – the momma cat that was bathing a kitten, the siblings that were vying for the momma cat’s attention and the adult cat that was intentedly chasing an autumn leaf

down the street. One summer day I got an early start and taking my leisurely walk across the big lawn I looked in Callie’s direction and saw a woman standing on the sidewalk where Callie usually got fed. Approaching, I said “Hi!” and asked if she was the person who always fed Callie. She said yes and added, “Oh, I should introduce myself. My name is Lizzie. What’s yours?” I told her my name and as Lizzie and I started talking, there were so many things I wanted to ask her. How long had she known Callie? When did she first meet her? Did Callie always stay far away from people or had she ever been domesticated? I added that I had been thinking about taking Callie in but I knew I had to be cautious. Lizzie explained that Callie, or “Callie Girl” as Lizzie called her, was a beautiful but older calico cat – about nine years old which in cat years is about 52 years old. She had been feeding Callie since she was about a year old, when she was still kittenish. She was playful outdoors, spontaneous, whimsical and frolicked with other young cats in the neighborhood. She would climb up a tree, go out on the limb of a branch, look around at the great big marvelous world around her, then, when she had had her fill, would climb back down. I had missed seeing all of that, but Lizzie told me that she had witnessed Callie’s young, playful years and gotten a kick out of it. And no, as far as Lizzie knew, Callie Girl had never ever been domesticated. She had been trapped, vet checked and spayed several years ago but she did indeed prefer living outdoors. The See page D5

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More Insights Into SSA Operations BY TOM MARGENAU

About a month ago, I wrote a column that led to some insights into the way the Social Security Administration operates. That led to more questions from more readers, and my answers in today’s column provide even more insight. Q: When I need help filing my taxes, I can find a wide variety of tax preparation services, either via the computer (something like TurboTax) or one-on-one personal help (something like H&R Block). Of course, I could also deal directly with the Internal Revenue Service. But frankly, who wants to do that? Yet when it comes to dealing with Social Security, it seems I have no choice. I can’t find any private help and I have to work directly with the Social Security Administration. Do you know why that is? Is there a law that prevents businesses from offering Social Security consulting services? A: There is no law that prevents anyone from offering to serve as a private Social Security consultant. In fact, I’ve often thought about getting into that racket myself. It’s just that since I retired from the Social Security Administration 10 years ago, I’ve been more inclined to play Scrabble on the back porch with my wife than to sit at my desk and help people fill out Social Security forms! If you do a Google search under “Social Security consultants,” you will find more than a few businesses that offer such services, especially outfits that help people maximize their retirement benefits or file for disability benefits. But certainly nowhere near the number of outlets there are for tax preparation and consulting. Part of that has to do with the institutional history of the agencies involved. From its inception, the Social Security Administration’s business model was based on one-on-one personal service. But times are changing and SSA is trying to move to a more centralized system based on telephone and online service delivery. Still, the agency has 1,300 field offices in big cities and small towns across the country. I don’t think IRS has anywhere near that number of offices. One-on-one personal service just isn’t part of their culture. Also, of course, taxes need to be done every year, whereas for most people, filing for Social Security benefits is an once-in-a-lifetime experience. Q: When my wife and I recently went to my local Social Security office to apply for our retirement benefits, I was shocked. I expected to find a waiting room full of grandmas and grandpas. In other words, folks like us. But instead, we saw an office full of mostly young people, crying babies, and street people. It

was a surprising, and frankly, an unpleasant, experience. Is this what has become of Social Security? Are we handing out government benefits to young kids and homeless people? A: There is a part of me that wants to sympathize with you. That’s the old codger in me who remembers the days when I first started working for SSA about 45 years ago. Back then, Social Security offices were downright pleasant places to visit. Waiting rooms were filled with mostly old folks there to file for retirement or widow’s benefits, with a sprinkling of middle-aged people applying for disability benefits. But then two things changed forever the way Social Security offices look and operate. One was the expanded use of the Social Security number, especially for children. For example, I didn’t need a Social Security card until I was 16 years old and got my first job. But for many years now, even the tiniest babies need Social Security numbers. Children today need Social Security numbers for a variety of reasons (school and medical records, for example). But they primarily need an SSN so parents can claim them as dependents on their tax return. So the vast majority of those young people and “crying babies” you saw in the SSA waiting room were there to either get a first-time Social Security number or replace a lost card. I’d guess that 70 percent of the walk-in traffic you see in a Social Security office is for Social Security number and card transactions. And the second big change was the advent of the Supplemental Security Income program in the mid-1970s. SSI is a federal welfare program (funded out of general tax revenues, not Social Security taxes) that pays a very small monthly stipend to poor older folks who are over age 65 or to poor disabled people and children. Back in the ‘70s, the government looked around to find a federal agency to run the program, and gave it to the Social Security Administration. So the sort of down-anout people you see in an SSA office are usually there to file for SSI benefits. Don’t get me wrong. People who are down on their luck have just as much right as anyone else to go to a government office. I’m simply making the point that the SSI program has changed the nature of your local Social Security office. Q: I am thinking about retiring. I called Social Security’s 800 number and someone there told me my benefit rate would be $2,150 per month. But I also visited my local Social Security office and the person there told me I would get $2,130 monthly. Why the difference in benefit rates? And should I file my claim over the phone because it sounds like I will get an extra $20 per month from those folks?

A: No matter where you go to inquire about or to file for Social Security benefits, all Social Security offices and phone centers and linked to the same computer system. So you are not going to end up with a different benefit amount depending on which Social Security service outlet you use. Again, all claims, wherever they are filed, will be processed by the same system. I can think of several reasons that might account for the different benefit quotes you received. The most likely

scenario is that one outlet gave you an estimate using your most recent earnings while the other outlet, for a variety of possible reasons, did not incorporate those earnings into your estimate. When you actually file your claim, again no matter where you do so, the computer system will use all the earnings posted to your files. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2016 CREATORS.COM

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Biking Through Albania’s ‘Breadbasket’ into Korca, the ‘Paris of Albania’ C ontinued from page D3 Berisha was also the Prime Minister who, on 10 June 2007, met with U.S. President George W. Bush in Tirana, the first sitting U.S. president to visit Albania. But what appears to be the case is that there are a handful of politicians who move in and out of power, which accounts for a high measure of cynicism

of leaders dominated government for decades, switching in and out of office.) The bottom line is that Albania’s history since 1912 independence has been one of kings, dictators, prime ministers and presidents promising reforms but rife with corruption and intrigues which led to unrest, coups and uprisings. (The current prime minister, Edi Rama, came to office in September

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Biking Through Albania’s ‘Breadbasket’ into Korca, the ‘Paris of Albania’ C ontinued from page D5 Hero” Monument, immortalizing the freedom movement that won independence from the Ottoman Empire after a 500-year occupation. The figure wears the traditional Albanian costume with the pleated skirt (the Greeks adopted the same outfit; the more folds, the richer the man). It was sculpted in 1937 by Odhise Paskali, considered Albania’s greatest sculptor, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Albania’s independence. (As it happens, we are here on July 4th, US Independence Day.) Along the promenade are important buildings – the literal ruins of a Russian Embassy (in 1957, the dictator broke

off relations with Russia and allied with China) on one side, and the First Albanian School, built in 1887, which is today the National Museum of Education. Back when the school was built, under Muslim law only boys could attend, but a few years later, a girls school was built. The promenade, Junid says, is an architectural feature common to all Albanian towns, a legacy of the Italian occupation. The promenade was designed by Mussolini’s architects in the 1930s. Junid explains the Albanian custom of “xhiro” (sounds like “gyro”) – evening walks. Each evening after 6:30 pm, people come out and promenade

down the avenues, come to cafes, sit in parks, and chat. Our walking tour takes us through many neighborhoods. I note a small plaque dedicated by the Albanian American veterans of America in a park-like setting in the middle of a boulevard that is being reconstructed. And we come upon a group of older women who are knitting and with Junid as translator, chat a bit. Finally, we come to a street lined with beer gardens. We are headed for the beer garden right beside the Korca brewery (less than 70 cents for a mug of really terrific Pilsner-style beer). Korca is Albania’s oldest brewery in Albania (since 1928), as well as the

biggest (Tirana is the other major beer), supplying taverns and restaurants throughout the country (but not beyond). It is a traditional Pilsner-style wheat beer, full-flavored and quite good. A little research uncovers that Korca has the best conditions for making beer: cereals are widely cultivated and the water is low in calcium. Under the Hoxha Communist regime, the brewery became the property of the state. The brewery was purchased in 2004 by a local investor, Irfan Hysenbelliu, who built new buildings in the traditional style and launched a new system of beer processing set-up by Czech engineers. The beer garden is especially fun,

The holiday season can be a whirlwind of activity that culminates in lavish celebrations and, for many children, an extended vacation from school. But when the excitement of the holiday has ended, children must return to the classroom, an adjustment that is not always so easy. An entire month of meals on the go and jaunts to the shopping mall, plus parties and various gatherings, can make it difficult for children to readjust to the structured environment of school. Even a short time away from lessons may have students backsliding on information they once knew. Parents and teachers may have to work together to help youngsters get back on track, and the following are few ways to do just that. * Enforce typical bedtimes. As the season wears on, parents should gradually return their households to their normal routines. Youngsters’ bedtimes, which are not often adhered to during the holiday season, should once again be enforced in the days leading up to their returns to school. A gradual transition back to an earlier bed time will have kids accustomed to going to bed and rising early once more. * Cut down on play time. On the heels of the holiday season, children love to test out all of their new toys and games. Some may wake up in the morning

and spend the entire day trying to beat a video game or assembling a building-block creation. But as the end of the season draws near, parents should try to get back to a normal school day schedule, limiting the number of hours kids spend playing with toys. Consider giving kids some brain-boosting puzzles or encourage them to read books. * Encourage kids to work on winter school projects. Teachers recognize the importance of a winter break for students, but some still assign work over the holiday break. When the holiday season starts to wind down, encourage youngsters to start working on their assignments, devoting some time each day to their schoolwork. This can help keep kids’ minds sharp while ensuring that their work gets done. * Schedule some play time with friends. Children may be more anxious to return to school if they realize they’ll once again be able to see their school pals. Arrange a fun gathering of friends before kids return to school. Moms and dads can mingle while the children relax and have fun. Once the holiday season has come and gone, children may be not look forward to returning to school. But parents can employ a few strategies to make the transition back to the classroom go more smoothly.

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Back to school season can be as expensive for parents as it is exciting for students. Once the initial letdown of the end of summer vacation wears off, many kids are excited to return to school, where they can see their friends, study their favorite subjects and participate in extracurricular activities. Parents of school-aged youngsters may share in that excitement while also knowing that back to school season can stretch their budgets. One of the ways to salvage those budgets is to save on school supplies. Fortunately, there are several ways parents can do just that. • Be patient. Shopping early can save shoppers money in many instances, but parents may benefit by exercising patience when it comes to buying school

supplies for their children. Teachers often give students lists of supplies they will need for each class, and parents who wait to receive such lists can avoid spending money on items their kids won’t need. Even if you wait it out, you may be able to get a head start, as some teachers may post supply lists on school websites, while others might email lists to parents before back to school season hits full swing. • Take inventory. If you have more than one child, chances are you already have lots of school supplies around the house. Dust off kids’ backpacks and study areas from last school year to determine which supplies you need to buy and which you already have. Going forward, encourage kids to store their sup-

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plies in a predetermined area once the school year ends, as this will make next year’s inventory that much easier to examine and assess. • Spend more now to save later. While inexpensive supplies can be hard to resist, such items likely won’t withstand the test of time, forcing you to spend time and money each year buying replacement supplies. Paying more now for certain items, including stronger backpacks and more highly rated calculators, may end up saving you money in the long run, even if the initial pill is somewhat tough to swallow. • Use technology to your advantage. Department stores and businesses that sell school supplies, such as pharmacies and office stores, may or may not

discount too many items once back to school season hits full swing. But savvy parents can still find deals by using technology to their advantage when shopping for school supplies. Download apps like RetailMeNot to your smartphone and enable its updates so your phone essentially notifies you of any discounts the moment you walk into a given store. If you don’t receive any updates, search for discounts via the app or the Internet as you shop. Chances are strong that there are deals to be had, even if you don’t learn of the deals until you arrive at the store. School supplies can be expensive, but parents can employ several strategies to save on school supplies now and in the future.

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Good schools help to harbor a strong sense of community. Children often make their first friends at school, and parents often meet their neighbors through school-sponsored activities. Students and school districts face a new set of challenges each year. Many of them can be remedied or made less daunting with the help of volunteers. Here are some of the many ways men and women can support the schools in their communities. • Practice open communication. Parents of children in the school should become familiar with teachers and the staff in the school. Find a balance between being involved and being intrusive. Joining the PTA is one way to be active in the goings-on of the school. When the opportunity arises, exercise your right vote on proposed policy changes and programs. Show an interest in your children’s assignments and ask to meet with teachers if the need arises. Doing so illustrates to the teacher that there is a connection at home and they’re not alone in the journey. • Participate in school fundraisers. Schools may not have enough money to cover all of their needs, and fundraisers are vital to the success of many schools. Fundraisers may provide money for the entire school or be collected for particular efforts, such as new technology or athletic uniforms. While you don’t have to get behind every fundraiser, partici-

pating in just a few can help the school raise needed funds. • Keep a clean campus. Students and parents can work together to keep the school and surrounding areas clean. Organize trash pickup days when participants gather and dispose of litter. Parents also can pitch in to make school grounds more aesthetically appealing. Donate and plant flowers or trees, and encourage groups that meet at the school, such as Boy and Girl Scout troops, to donate their time and effort as well. • Donate books to the library. Members of the community can ensure students have plenty of reading materials available to them by donating used books in good condition to the school library. If you can afford it, purchase new books on summer reading lists and donate them to the school library. Schools also may appreciate donated subscriptions to magazines, newspapers and other periodicals. • Send in complete supplies. Teachers often ask parents to supplement supplies for their classrooms. Remember to send in what is requested when school supply lists are given to students. This helps classrooms run more efficiently and may reduce out-of-pocket expenditures for teachers. Schools are an integral part of many communities. Explore the many ways to support schools with donations, volunteerism and more.

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Time and again research has proven the benefits of music education. Children who study music typically score better on standardized testing and exhibit improved language and reasoning skills, and music education helps students with advanced mathematics lessons by improving their spatial and temporal reasoning. Involvement in music and the arts can improve a student’s SAT scores

and make the student well-rounded. Despite these benefits, music and art education is slowly disappearing from the classroom. At many schools across the nation, stages are dark and band and chorus rooms are empty. Budget cuts have been unkind to music education programs. To keep up with the demand for technology in the classroom, certain school programs have to be scaled back, and art and music are generally the first to go. This leaves it up to parents to involve their kids in music education. Private lessons have long been a great way for kids to learn music, and many such music coaches are former music teachers. With private lessons, kids get to benefit from working with certified instructors, and parents are happy to make music a part of their youngsters’ lives. The following are a handful of ways parents can find private lessons for their kids. * Word of mouth: Begin by asking neighbors or friends in the community if they know of any reliable music teachers. Someone is bound to know a person or have a connection to a music teacher. Speak with members of a community music ensemble, such as a church choir, or even amateur or professional musicians you see playing at a restaurant or bar. There’s a good chance you can get a referral. You may also have a friend or neighbor who is a talented musician and

will agree to offer lessons on the side. * Community music programs: While schools may not have music classes, community centers offer programs for both adults and children. A community arts center may offer instrument training and/or vocal lessons, so look into such organizations in your community. A community YMCA or a similar organization also may have after-school music programs. * Nearby colleges: Music students at local colleges may want to make extra money by offering music lessons. They may be able either to meet at your home or use the music room on campus to

conduct lessons. * Newspaper classifieds: Tutors frequently advertise their services in the newspaper. Look in the classified section to see if anyone is offering music lessons. Many newspapers now offer their classifieds both online and in print, so utilize both options to ensure your search is as thorough as possible. Music education is important, but those seeking instruction may have to look outside of school. Private instructors are available to help foster a love of the arts and mold creative, well-rounded children.

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The adventures of Callie the Cat C ontinued from page D3 weather could be rough at times and cars often whizzed by, unmindful of and not really caring about any stray cats, but somehow Callie always survived. Lizzie told me about Callie’s favorite hiding places. Her favorite spot was close to where Lizzie gave her food and water. A neighbor always left his garage door open about six inches so Callie could go in there and get out of the elements. Whenever Callie crawled into the garage she avoided the heavy rains, brisk winds, blowing snows and the burning hot sun of August. She’d hang out in the garage for hours or overnight, waiting for the bad weather to pass. Lizzie keeps a large plastic planter of dry cat food in the garage so Callie always knows where to go when she is hungry. Another favorite hiding place of Callie’s was through a small hole that led to a space under a large apartment building. Whenever Callie crawled into the hole it was because the weather was really severe – a foot of snow, a tropical storm, etc. Somehow Callie knew that her very survival depended on it. Inside the hole Lizzie was able to slide a plate of wet cat food and a small bowl of water, even if it meant having

to shovel away nine inches or more of snow, so Callie was always fed even on the harshest of days. Lizzie added that that’s where Callie went during Superstorm Sandy in 2012. That great hiding place probably saved Callie’s life. One day I caught up to Lizzie as she fed Callie and I heard Lizzie telling Callie Girl how pretty she was. I peppered her with questions and one of them was whether Lizzie considered Callie feral. She said yes and she was definite about that. Lizzie never got close enough to pet Callie and she became terrified if anyone tried to come too close. She would hiss if anyone did. Most domesticated cats, whether they are indoors or outside, will saunter up to you and hope they will be petted, then will stand around indefinitely hoping you will keep on petting them. The longer the better. Feral cats aren’t like that. Feral cats naturally are more prone to picking up various diseases and no human being wants to be bitten by a feral cat. It’s not healthy. I often wonder how cats, indoor or outdoor ones, know when they will be fed. They always seem to show up at the right time and whether they can tell time automatically or are just creatures of habit, I’ll never know. Still, I think they have an innate sense of time and

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Pets Pet Services A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-505-9717 DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256

Automotive Auto Services ELITE AUTO DETAILING: Anthony Masia, Owner/Operator Dependable, professional detailer. SUV’s, vans, pick-ups also detailed at a higher price. We specialize in imports/Mercedes Benz, BMW, Audi, Jaguar & Maserati. $10 off complete detail. Spring Wash & Wax Special $85/cars only. Coupons not to be combined 631-612-7152

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Real Estate For Sale Lots for Sale MOUNTAIN TOP LIQUIDATION 30 mile views! 9.1 acres only $49,900. 2,100 sq ft Cabin Package $149,900. 90 mins NYC! Excellent financing! Call now 888-320-0920 UPSTATE NY LAND SALE! Central NY 10 acres $29,900. Catskills Mountaintop 39 acres $99,900. Adirondack Lakefront cabin 30 acres $199,900. Sale endes 9/1! Terms avail! Call 888-905-8847

Real Estate Wanted Room Wanted To Rent HOFSTRA FEMALE LAW PROFESSOR seeks to rent room in quiet home for 1-2 nights per week. Privacy is a premium. Prefer private bath and access to kitchen. Need parking space. Primary residence is in Manhattan. Call 917-685-7496

Services ** EVON’S SERVICES ** HOME HEALTH AIDES ELDER CARE CHILD CARE AND MORE! We offer the following services: Companions, Home Health Aides/Elder Care Child Care and Housekeeping Laborers Days / Nights Live In or Live Out NO FEE TO EMPLOYERS Call: 516-505-5510 HOME CARE & HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES: We provide these services: Live in or out maids, companions, home care, housekeeping. Haya’s & Rona Agency. Haya office 516-482-4400. cell 516-298-9445. Rona office 516-441-5555 cell 516-316-0111. 25 Great Neck Road, Suite 3, Great Neck, NY 11021

Computers COMPUTER REPAIR AND INSTRUCTION Chaminade Graduate Eliminate viruses, malware, bloatware, adware, spyware Computer Instruction Home & Business Networking Reasonable Rates Call Phil at Aspect Networking 516-830-3366 OR email: support@aspectnetworking.c om

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Painting & Paperhang JV PAINT HANDYMAN SERVICES Interior-Exterior Specialist Painting, Wallpapering, Plastering, Spackling, Staining, Power Washing. Nassau Lic#H3814310000 fully Insured Call John 516-741-5378

IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR? NYS Certified through 6th grade teacher available to help your child prepare for the return of the school and also throughout the school year. $30/hour. Call or Text Lisa Connor 516-851-0319 OR email: LFConnor@optonline.net MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 MATHEMATICS TUTOR: NYS certified math teacher. Experienced and patient. All elementary and middle school grades. HS Algebra, Geometry and SAT prep. Text or call Ken 516-526-8315 or email: kmctutor79@gmail.com SPANISH TUTOR: Spanish Grammar-Literature, FLACS A -FLACS B, Exam Preparation/ Comps. William Cullen, M.A., Spanish, S.D.A. Chaminade HS, Fairfield University Alumnus. 5 1 6 - 5 0 9 - 8 1 7 4 . wdctutor06@aol.com. References furnished upon request.

Instruction PIANO LESSONS By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free noobligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons.com

Cleaning CLEANING HOMEOFFICE: Weekly, monthly since 1979. Insured/ bonded. Trusted/ reliable. Call Olympia Cleaning 516-883-0359

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Services A & J MOVING & STORAGE: Established 1971. Long Island and New York State specialists. Residential, Commercial, Piano & Organ experts. Boxes available. Free estimates. www.ajmoving.com 516-741-2657 114 Jericho Tpk, Mineola NYDOT# 10405

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COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.co m www.CollegeArtsAdmissions.com COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL/DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/ Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125 OLD VILLAGE TREE SERVICE: Owner operated since 1989. 24 hour emergency service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates, member LI Arborist Assoc. Please call 516-466-9220 POWER WASHING SALE! Summer is here! Power washing can make it look new again wherever there is moss, dirt and air pollution. Decks, patios, outdoor furniture, siding, roofs. Lic /ins. In business over 30 years. Trained crew. Grace 516-753-0268 graceroofing.com .

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Last Hope Animal Rescue will be holding a free rabies vaccination clinic for cats and dogs on Sunday, September 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free rabies vaccines. Vaccine for canine or feline distemper $12; vaccine for Bordatella (kennel cough) $12. No appointment necessary. All dogs must be on leashes and cats must be in carriers. Open to all Long Island pet owners. For information please call 631-671+2588

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Please join Last Hope Animal Rescue for a Wine Tasting on the grounds of the Walt Whitman House on Friday, September 9th from 7 to 10 pm at 246 Old Whitman Road, West Hills in Huntington. Bring some friends and relax. Featured wines for the evening will be donated by Stew Leonardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Carle Place and Farmingdale, and all proceeds will benefit Last Hopeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dog/cat rescue and rehabilitation efforts. See Paypal at www.lasthopeanimalrescue.org to purchase tickets online. There will also be a tour of the historic Walt Whitman birthplace. A light supper and dessert will be served. Enjoy live music from the Paul Effman Jazz Duo. The night will also feature live and Chinese auctions plus a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $50 per person. Please RSVP by September 2nd. Checks can be mailed to: Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh, NY 11793. For more information, contact Terri at Montauk1219@yahoo.com. No tickets will be mailed. Your name will be added to our check-in list.

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Oyster Bay Town Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone (third from left) recently attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony for Brian Sweeney of Troop 381, Hicksville which was held at the Holy Name of Jesus Church in Woodbury. Eagle Scout is the highest honor a Boy Scout can achieve after completing hours of community service and attaining numerous merit badges. Also on hand for the Ceremony was (from left to right) Senior Vice Commander of the Hicksville VFW Post 3211 Bill Torres, Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer, Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker and Commander of the Hicksville VFW Post 3211 William Walden.

Levittown scout honored

Hempstead Town Supervisor Anthony J. Santino (6th left), Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby (6th right), Councilman Anthony D’Esposito (5th left) and Town Clerk Nasrin Ahmad (4th right) honored the Town of Hempstead’s Eagle Scouts and Gold Award Girl Scouts at the annual Scout Recognition Day hosted at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick. Pictured (left to right) are: Assistant Scout Executive Julio Garcia of the Theodore Roosevelt Council Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts of Nassau County CEO Donna Ceravolo, Chief Volunteer Officer Wanda Jackson of the Girl Scouts of Nassau County, Eagle Scout Peter Shields Jr. of Levittown, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, Supervisor Anthony J. Santino, Eagle Scout Steven J. Giresi of Levittown, Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, Eagle Scout Eduardo Rincon of Levittown, Town Clerk Nasrin Ahmad and Theodore Roosevelt Council Boy Scouts of America Council President Steve Grosskopf, Council Commissioner Peter Shields and Scout Executive Jay Garee.

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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WELLS FARGO BANK, NA, Plaintiff, vs. COLLEEN P. TUZZOLO, MICHAEL P. TUZZOLO A/K/A MIKE P. TUZZOLO, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly filed on August 26, 2014, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the CCP (Calendar Control Part Courtroom) in the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on September 13, 2016 at 11:30 a.m., premises known as 16 Prose Street, Hicksville, NY. 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 11, Block 310 and Lot 21. Approximate amount of judgment is $237,546.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 11033/12. Ann Marie Diaz, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Ste. 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff MIT 5452 4X 8/12,19,26,9/2 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. NASSAU EDUCATORS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Pltf. vs. RALSTON ADAMS, et al, Defts. Index #2621/2012.á Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale dated Dec. 15, 2015, I will sell at public auction in Calendar Control Part (Courtroom) CCP at the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on Tuesday, Sept 13, 2016 at 11:30 a.m., prem. k/a 26 Albert Road, Hicksville, NY. Said property located near Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of NY, known as and by Lot No. 2 in Block 571 on a certain map entitled, Map of Hicksville Homes, Section 3, situated near Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, N.Y., owned by Belmart Homes, Inc., 189-26 80th Road, Jamaica, N.Y., Williams H. Parry, Inc., Land Surveyor, February 16, 1953ö and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on 7/10/53 under the File No. 5880. Approx. amt. of judgment is $527,540.62 plus costs and interest.á Sold sub-

ject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. LISA SEGAL POCZIK, Referee. OÆREILLY, MARSH & CORTESELLI, PC, Attys. for Pltf., 222 Old Country Rd., 2nd Floor, Mineola, NY. #89157 MIT 5453 4X 8/12,19,26,9/2 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT THE STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIZATION TRUST SERIES 2006-A7CB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006G UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED MAY 1, 2006 Plaintiff. -AgainstJEFFREY LALINO, et al., Defendants. Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale granted on or about March 29, 2016. I the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the CCP (Calendar Control Part Courtroom), Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, New York 11501 on September 13, 2016 at 11:30 am. Premises known as: 9 Ceil Place, Bethpage, New York 11714 Section: 46 Block: 461 Lot: 18 ALL that parcel of land at Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, and State of New York, as more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Said premises will be sold subject to all terms and conditions contained within said Judgment and Terms of Sale. Approximate Amount of Judgment: $411,965.59 plus interest and costs. Index No.: 13-011639 Mark S. Ricciardi, Esq. REFEREE McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, P.C., Attorney for Plaintiff 145 Huguenot Street, Suite 210 New Rochelle, New York 10801 Dated: June 29, 2016 B.N. 7160 4X 8/12,19,26,9/2 LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST

INC. ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-AMC1, Plaintiff against DALJIT S. SODHI, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on June 30, 2010. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction in the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York 11501 on the 13st Day of September, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 49 Seitz Drive, Bethpage, NY 11714. (SBL #: 49-196-22). Approximate amount of lien $379,666.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 17070/08. Christopher L. Grayson, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 28 East Main Street, Suite 1700 Rochester, NY 14614-1990 Tel. 585/760-8218 Dated: June 8, 2016 B.N. 7161 4X 8/12,19,26,9/2 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF East Islip Development LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/14/16. Office location: NASSAU County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served against LLC to principal business address 120 Hicksville Road, Bethpage, NY 11714 Purpose: any lawful act. BN 7162 6X 8/12, 19, 26; 9/2, 9, 16 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF NASSAU CIT BANK, N.A. F/K/A ONEWEST BANK N.A. F/K/A ONEWEST BANK, FSB Plaintiff -againstNASSAU COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF CAROLINE H. CALDWELL A/K/A CAROLINE CALDWELL, DECEASED, ROBERT CALDWELL A/K/A ROBERT J. CALDWELL AS HEIR AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CAROLINE H. CALDWELL A/K/A

CAROLINE CALDWELL, DECEASED, THOMAS CALDWELL AS HEIR AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CAROLINE H. CALDWELL A/K/A CAROLINE CALDWELL, DECEASED, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, EAST NECK NURSING AND REHABILITAION CENTER LLC, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCETAX COMPLIANCE DIVISIONC.O.-ATC, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE-UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, JOHN DOE Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly dated JUNE 13, 2016 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at IN THE CALENDAR CONTROL PART (CCP) COURTROOM OF THE SUPREME COURT, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NEW YORK 11501 on September 20, 2016 at 11:30 AM premises known as 142 HARRISON AVENUE, BETHPAGE, NY 11714. ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, County of NASSAU and State of New York. Section: 46 Block: 627 Lot: 23 Approximate amount of lien $225,878.78 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment Index # 12-6487 PAMELA SHARPE, ESQ., REFEREE STEIN, WIENER AND ROTH, L.L.P., ATTORNEYS FOR THE PLAINTIFF ONE OLD COUNTRY ROAD, SUITE 113 CARLE PLACE, NY 11514 DATED: August 16, 2016 FILE #: INDY FF 57368 B.N. 7163 4X 8/19,26,9/2,9 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County Of Nassau REO Properties Corporation, Plaintiff AGAINST Vijay Dadlani, Praveena Dadlani, et al, Defendant Pursuant to a Judgment of

Foreclosure and Sale duly dated 10/18/2007 and entered on 10/22/2007, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Courtroom of the Supreme Court Mineola, 100 Supreme Court Drive, The Calendar Control Part (CCP), Mineola, NY on September 20, 2016 at 11:30 AM premises known as 3165 Dorset Lane, Levittown a/k/a Hempstead, NY 11756. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Borough and County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION: 51, BLOCK: 261, LOT: 8. Approximate amount of judgment is $416,333.25 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 11816/2006. Lisa Siano, Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 MIT 5455 4X 8/19,26,9/2,9 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 20047, Plaintiff AGAINST LAURA MANNO, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated November 19, 2014 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, on September 27, 2016 at 11:30AM, premises known as 38 Irving Street, Bethpage, NY 11714. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 46, Block 316, Lot 60. Approximate amount of judgment $213,238.79 plus interest Continued on page 16

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and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment for Index #14-001994. George P. Esernio, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 B.N. 7164 4X 8/26,9/2,9,16 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY CITIMORTGAGE, INC.; Plaintiff(s) vs. GEORGE BAGGIO; PAUL J. BAGGIO; DEANA BAGGIO et al; Defendant(s) Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s): ROSICKI, ROSICKI & ASSOCIATES, P.C., Two Summit Court, Suite 301, Fishkill, NY 12524, (845) 8971600 Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on or about September 22, 2014, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. On September 27, 2016 at 11:30 am.

Premises known as 27 EDWARDS STREET, BETHPAGE, NY 11714 Section: 46 Block: 590 Lot: 24 All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being Bethpage, part in the Town of Oyster Bay and partly in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, as shown and designated on a map entitled, “Map of Brenner Estates situated at Central Park, New York surveyed January 1928 by Baldwin & Cornelius Co., Inc., Engineers, Freeport, New York” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 23, 1928 as Map No. 651, Case No. 771. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to all of the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale. Approximate amount of judgment $388,076.64 plus interest and costs. INDEX NO. 935-14 Bernard Mirotznik, Esq.; REFEREE B.N. 7165 4X 8/26,9/2,9,16

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Town encourages grass recycling Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia advises residents that they can take steps to help preserve their laws by recycling grass clippings. “Grass recycling, or grasscycling, as it is sometimes called, is a simple and natural approach to lawn care,” Councilwoman Alesia said. “The Town has an informational brochure available, which offers residents tips on how to recycle their lawn, as well as ways to ensure a healthy lawn.” The Councilwoman noted that one of the first steps listed in the brochure is to never cut grass shorter than 2 to 2 ½ inches. This will permit your lawn to develop a larger and deeper root system and stronger defenses against weeds, diseases and droughts. One precaution mentioned frequently in the brochure concerns the clip-

pings that are left on the lawn after mowing. The clippings decompose quickly, releasing valuable nutrients back into the soil, leading to a deeper, healthier root system that increases a lawn’s resistance to disease, drought and insects. It also reduces fertilization costs and helps protect the water supply from pollutants. Councilwoman Alesia further noted that any resident or organization interested in obtaining a free brochure can pick up one at the Town Halls North (Oyster Bay) and South (Massapequa), the Department of Public Works (Syosset) and at major park facilities, or call or write to the Town of Oyster Bay Public Information Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771 (6246380). A copy can also be downloaded from www.oysterbaytown.com.

Stay vigilant against mosquitoes this summer Oyster Bay Town Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone encourages residents to take simple but effective steps to protect themselves from mosquitoes this summer season, as these measures can not only help lower the risk of being bitten, but also help to reduce the mosquito population. These simple precautionary measures are vital during the summer months and will help guard against the West Nile virus. It could also prove useful if the Zika virus, a growing global threat carried by a type of mosquito not found in this state, ends up making its way to Long Island. “The Town of Oyster Bay offers many funfilled outdoor activities to enjoy; however, the return of warmer temperatures also brings the threat of mosquitos and the illnesses they are capable of transmitting, such as the West Nile virus,” Councilman Macagnone said. “The best way to prevent this is to avoid mosquito bites, so I am asking Town residents to follow simple recommendations to help make it a safe and healthy summer for all.” Because mosquitoes lay eggs in standing water, Councilman Macagnone says residents should eliminate stagnant water from their homes and yards. This will lower the number of potential mosquito breeding sites and thus reduce the mosquito population and the threat of being bitten. Some common areas where stagnant water accumulates are flower pots, buckets, barrels, containers, discarded tires, clogged rain gutters, wading pools, wheelbarrows and pool covers.

Residents can also protect themselves by using insect repellent and applying it as directed on the label. Since mosquitoes are most active between dusk and dawn, Councilman Macagnone says that residents may want to be sure to take these precautions against mosquito bites when going outdoors at that time. “Mosquitoes have long been a pest during the summer months, but because of the West Nile virus, and now the growing global threat of the Zika virus, which has not been found on Long Island yet but does have the potential to be, they are now a dangerous pest,” said Councilman Macagnone. “That’s why I ask everyone follow these safeguards so that we can reduce the threat and have a very enjoyable summer.” The Councilman noted that the Town’s Highway Division has a comprehensive plan in place to monitor Town-maintained sumps and catch basins and that Town crews will notify the Nassau County Health Department when signs of mosquito breeding are noticed. Residents may report a mosquito breeding area, by contacting Nassau County Mosquito Control at 571-6900 or the Town of Oyster Bay Highway Department at 677-5757. To discuss a mosquito problem, stagnant water or drainage problem, contact the Nassau County Department of Public Works Mosquito Control Center at 571-6900. For further information about West Nile Virus, contact the Nassau County Department of Health Mosquito Surveillance at 572-1211,

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Oyster Bay Town Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone announced that the Town has available to residents an informative brochure entitled Protecting Your Family Against Rabies. “While not all raccoons test positive for rabies, it doesn’t mean that our communities are rabies-free,” Councilman Macagnone explained. “As contact between wildlife, humans and pets increases during the summer, it is important that everyone be aware of how the disease is transmitted and safety precautions that should be taken.” Rabies is a viral infection that affects the central nervous system. It is transmitted from infected mammals to humans, usually through bites, and is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. Scratches and saliva contact with broken skin are also possible routes of infection. “Be careful to avoid contact with wild or stray animals,” Councilman Macagnone advised. “It is important for residents to report any animal, especially raccoons or opossums they see that are ill, dead or acting unusually, to the Nassau County Department of Health Rabies Control Program at 227-9663. “Pet owners should be sure their

animals are immunized against rabies and that their pets’ vaccinations are kept up-to-date. Remember, New York State law requires all dogs, cats and domesticated ferrets to be vaccinated against rabies.” The Councilman added that the Town of Oyster Bay will hold a free rabies vaccination clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets on Saturday, September 17th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Town Animal Shelter, 150 Miller Place, Syosset. For further information, contact the Town’s Animal Shelter at 677-5784. Councilman Macagnone went on to say that the Town’s brochure offers more tips on basic precautions that can help you and your family avoid rabies and what to do if you are bitten. Any resident or organization interested in obtaining a free brochure can pick one up at Town Halls North (Oyster Bay) and South (Massapequa), the Department of Public Works (Syosset) and at major park facilities, or call or write to the Town of Oyster Bay Public Information Office, Town Hall East, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771 (624-6380). A copy of the brochure can also be downloaded from the Town’s website, www.oysterbaytown.com.

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Town Arts Council presents awards

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone (right) and Receiver of Taxes James J. Stefanich (back row fourth from left) recently attended the Town of Oyster Bay Arts Council’s 2016 Annual Awards Presentation & Reception for Talent Competition and Scholarship Winners held at the Seymour Weiner Theatre, at the Long Island High School for the Arts in Syosset. The event celebrates inspiring works in vocal music, instrumental music, dance, film, and literature. The Town of Oyster Bay Arts Council presented scholarships to the winning 2016 Artists for creating such beautiful and stunning works of performing, visual and literary arts. On hand for the event and pictured with Councilman Macagnone and Receiver of Taxes Stefanich are Executive Director of the Town of Oyster Bay Arts Council Sharon Betz (back row left), Rose Marie Castanza of the Town of Oyster Bay Arts Council Board of Directors (back row second from left), President of the Town of Oyster Bay Arts Council Daniel McLane (back row third from left), Commissioner of Department of Community & Youth Services in Oyster Bay Maureen Fitzgerald (third from right), Deputy Commissioner Patricia Beckerle (right) and the young, talented Scholarship winners who gave impressive performances.

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Eagle Scouts Honored

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Anthony D. Macagnone (right) recently attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremonies for Eagle Scouts (left to right) Matthew Jao, Michael Johnson, Anish Sharan and Antonio Aguirre of Troop 3211, Hicksville held at the William M. Gouse Jr. VFW Post 3211. Eagle Scout is the highest honor a Boy Scout can achieve after completing hours of community service and attaining numerous merit badges. Also on hand for the Ceremony were Nassau County Legislators Judy Jacobs (left) and Rose Walker (right).

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Diabetes and its precursor is a major problem, both in the United States and across the globe. In 2015, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association revealed that nearly 50 percent of adults living in the United States have diabetes or prediabetes, a condition marked by higher than normal blood glucose levels that are not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization reports that the global prevalence of diabetes figures to rise from 8 percent in 2011 to 10 percent by 2030. Preventing diabetes should be a priority for men, women and children, but management must take precedence for the millions of people who have already been diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes. According to the American Heart Association, making healthy food choices is an essential step in preventing or managing diabetes. Making those choices can be difficult for those people who have never before paid much

attention to their diets, but the AHA offers the following advice to people dealing with prediabetes or diabetes. • Limit foods that may worsen your condition. Some foods, including fiber-rich whole grains and fish like salmon that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, can help people with prediabetes or diabetes. But many more foods must be limited, if not largely ignored. Limit your consumption of sweets and added sugars, which can be found in soda, candy, cakes, and jellies. It’s also good to limit your sodium intake and resist fatty meats like beef and pork. • Document your eating habits. The AHA recommends that people with prediabetes or diabetes maintain a food log to see how certain foods affect their blood glucose levels. Within 60 to 90 minutes of eating, check your blood glucose levels to see how your body reacts to the foods you eat. As your food log becomes more extensive, you will begin to see which foods match up well with your body and which foods you

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Exercise is an important component of a healthy lifestyle. Many people establish bold fitness goals with a mind toward getting in shape. It’s tempting to jump right in, especially when friends or relatives reach their own fitness goals. However, inactive men and women risk injury when diving right in and not taking a gradual approach to fitness and weight loss regimens. To reap the most rewards from exercise, take the proper precautions and follow these guidelines. • Speak with your doctor before beginning an exercise regimen. Get medical clearance before you begin a new exercise regimen, especially if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Your doctor may suggest certain modifications that can reduce strain on certain parts of the body or advise you on the most effective activities for people with your condition. Healthy individuals may be cleared outright and can begin their fitness regimens immediately. It’s also wise to inform doctors of fitness plans and goals so they can help track your progress. • Don’t eat heavy meals before exercising. Avoid large meals before engaging in strenuous physical activity. A light, healthy snack gives you a little fuel without affecting your ability to exercise. After eating, the body diverts blood flow to the gastrointestinal tract

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