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Vol. 84, No. 6

SERVING PLAINVIEW, HICKSVILLE, AND LEVITTOWN

REACHING FOR HEALTHY HABITS

Students at Kramer Lane Elementary school learned about yoga during the school's Brown Bag Seminar Series during January. The children learned about healthy habits including nutrition and exercise. See page 6

Fire damages Hicksville residence The Hicksville Fire Department responded to a house fire on Wednesday, January 31 at a Page Drive home. According to Nassau County Police, officers responded to the residence at 3:40 p.m. Both occupants of the home had exit-

ed the residence before police arrived. The Hicksville Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire. The Nassau County Fire Marshall and Arson Bomb Squad Detectives and Town of Oyster Bay Buildings Department responded to

the scene. Both occupants in the home were transported to a local area hospital for treatment and evaluation. The investigation is ongoing.

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Hicksville man robbed in home

A Hicksville man was robbed in his home on Wednesday, January 24, according to Nassau County Police. According to detectives, an 18-year-old male victim and an adult male subject were at the victim’s residence located on Lee Avenue at about 8 p.m. when they got into a verbal dispute. Police say the subject then punched the victim in the face with brace knuckles, causing pain and a minor laceration on the victim’s right eye. They say he then demanded the victim give him his belongings, including an unknown amount of US currency and his iPhone, to which the victim complied. According to police, the subject fled the scene in an unknown direction. The victim declined to be transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The subject is described as an Indian male, between 40 and 45 years old, 5’7’’ tall. He has black hair, brown eyes and a

beard. He was last seen wearing a turban, blue jeans, white long sleeve button up with a tie and white Adidas sneakers. Detectives request anyone with information regarding the above incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.

Composite sketch of suspect released by the Nassau County Police Department.

Art in the Park

The Town of Oyster Bay invites local artists and artisans to display and sell their hand-crafted goods at a special day of “Art in the Park.” Applications are now available for the event which will be held on Saturday, May 18, at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park & Beach

in Oyster Bay. “Art in the Park offers local artists and artisans an amazing opportunity to showcase their best work for the public and gain local notoriety,” said Town Councilman Steve Labriola. “Art in the Park is certain to See page 16

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Passport Day at Town Hall Town receives award

for financial reporting

The Town of Oyster Bay has been awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The recognition, awarded by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA), is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting. The Town was praised for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022. “This award represents a significant accomplishment by our Town and the way we have managed our finances,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Since taking office, my administration has eliminated $44 million in deficits inherited from the prior administration while producing budget surpluses and earning 8 credit rating upgrades from Wall Street – all while cutting property taxes and repaving more roads than ever before! We’re proud to earn this recognition and will continue practic-

Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray (left) assisted the Ciccone family of Levittown as they applied for passports during Town of Hempstead Passport Day on January 28 at Hempstead Town Hall. Passport Day provides residents with a convenient weekend date on which to apply for their travel documents. For more information about passport services, please call (516) 812-3100.

Bethpage School Board to meet The Bethpage School District Board of Education will hold an agenda meeting on Tuesday, February 13, at 7:30 p.m. at JFK Middle School.

The regular meeting of the Board will be held on Tuesday, February 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration Building District Conference Room.

Commercial building fire The Hicksville Fire Department responded to a building fire of an unoccupied commercial building on Thursday, February 1. According to the Nassau County Police, firefighters responded to 200 Frank Road at 9:14 p.m. and extinguished the fire. No injuries were reported.

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The Town of Oyster Bay will be partnering with United Way of Long Island to launch YouthBuild, a program designed to help young adults between the ages 16 and 24 learn vocational skills that will lead to meaningful employment and success. YouthBuild participants split their time between the vocational training work site and the classroom, where they can earn their high school diploma or equivalency degree, and prepare for postsecondary training opportunities including college, apprenticeships, and employment. “I’m very proud to announce that the Town of Oyster Bay will be partnering with United Way of Long Island to provide this extraordinary opportunity for young individuals, who may have faced previous barriers to success, to attain an education that will lead to gainful employment within our communities,”

said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “YouthBuild not only offers vocational programs for in demand industries such as construction, health care, information technology, and hospitality, but it also includes community service and civic engagement so students may share their valuable perspectives with elected officials and community leaders.” YouthBuild is now accepting applications for the Class of 2024. Classes will begin on March 3, 2024. This program is open to individuals between the ages of 16 and 24 who reside in the Town of Oyster Bay, the Town of North Hempstead, or the City of Glen Cove. Please visit www.unitedwayli.org/ youthbuild-long-island for more information, and to learn more about this exceptional employment and training program, or call (516) 485-5000 ext. 1352.

In commemoration of February as American Heart Month, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) invites residents to “give from the heart” and donate blood at the Syosset Fire Department, 50 Cold Spring Road, Syosset, from 1 – 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 26. Each donor will receive a $10 E-Gift Card as a thank-you for rolling up their sleeves and helping to save lives. “Earlier this month, the American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage and said that the number of blood donors has fallen to a 20-year low. Through this upcoming blood drive, we have an opportunity to ensure that anybody who faces a medical emergency can receive the care that they need to survive and thrive,” Legislator Drucker said. “Whether you are a routine donor, one who hasn’t given in a while or even

a first-time donor, we welcome you to join us at the Syosset Fire Department on February 26 to roll up your sleeves and give the gift of life!” Eligible donors must have an ID with a signature or a photo, weigh at least 110 pounds, have had no tattoos in the last 12 months and be ages 16-75 years of age (16-year-old donors must have parental consent. Donors over age 76 must bring a doctor’s note.) O-negative and B-negative donors are especially needed in addition to all other blood types. Visit https://donate.nybc.org/donor/ schedules/drive_schedule/320261 to make an appointment, or call Sharon at 516-790-1644. Appointments are preferred but not required; walk-ins will be taken as capacity permits. For more information, contact Legislator Drucker’s office at 516-5716216 or adrucker@nassaucountyny.gov

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Senator Steve Rhoads and Senator Alexis Weik presented citations to Grand Knight, Thomas Pfeiffer, in celebration of the Council’s 25th anniversary. On January 20, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads and Senator Alexis Weik attended the 25th anniversary Celebration of the Knights of Columbus Maria Regina Council #12533 at the Sterling in Bethpage. Senator

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Military Bridge raises funds for Mercy League The Glen Cove - Hicksvile - Syosset League of Mercy Hospital will be holding a Military Bridge on Sunday, March 10, from 1:30 – 5 p.m. in Levittown Hall, 301 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville. Doors open at 1 p.m. $15 per person. Knowledge of bridge is not necessary. This is a fun game which can be learned quickly as you play along. Refreshments including coffee, tea and desserts will be served. Seating is limited.

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Seminars spark healthy habits at Kramer Lane School

Kimberly Sherbach (middle), a Garden City yoga instructor and the aunt of two Kramer Lane students, taught Kramer Lane fifth graders how to do numerous yoga poses.

Kramer Lane second graders participated in a yoga session as part of the school’s Brown Bag Seminar Series.

Kramer Lane Elementary School in the Bethpage Union Free School District kicked off its annual Brown Bag Seminar Series during the month of January. The goal of the series is to introduce students to ideas and information that may inspire them. Volunteers consisting of Kramer Lane parents, family members and community members host seminars

spoke with first grade students, a yoga instructor who conducted a yoga session with second graders and fifth graders, a radiologic technologist who spoke with first and fifth graders and two parents that taught third graders how to make a healthy snack. From healthcare careers to ways of taking care of your body, student partic-

during recess periods for specific grade levels. Students have the option to sign up in advance if the seminar interests them. January marked Nutrition Month in the Bethpage Union Free School District, so Kramer Lane students participated in seminars that focused on health. This included a local nurse who

Third grader Olivia Piper showed off her healthy snack snowman.

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ipants enjoyed learning something new. Kramer Lane Elementary School will continue its Brown Bag Seminar Series in February when students are expected to receive visits from professionals in the digital marketing, finance and television fields. Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District

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Levittown Chamber Seniors invited to join Spotlight on Business “Golden Tones” chorus The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that the ‘Golden Tones Entertainment Group’ is returning to the North Massapequa Community Center this February and invites new members. This senior chorus is a social group open to Town residents over the age of 60 who have an interest in singing, dancing or entertaining. Anyone 60 and over is welcome, a great singing voice is not required to participate in this social group. “We hear from choir members all the time how singing together lifts their spirits while providing great enjoyment and entertainment,” said Town Councilwoman Laura Maier. “The

BY DONALD PATANE The Levittown Chamber of Commerce would like to introduce a person who really needs no introduction… That would be Louise Cassano, sole proprietor of LuCas Communications established in 1994. Cassano is celebrating her 30th anniversary in the communications industry and 30 years in the private sector. Her work history is unique and transitional from insurance broker, to reporter, to independent business proprietor and, now, pursuing her dream profession as an artist. A resident of Levittown since 1951, when Levittown was expanding in population and the educational communities of Levittown and Island Trees were growing rapidly, Louise, along with other students of her era graduated from five different Levittown schools. Cassano and her husband, travel companion and her greatest supporter, Mauro, have two children along with two daughters-in law and four grandchildren. Cassano is no stranger to the Chamber having been involved for 30 years in numerous positions as President, Board officer and Director and no stranger to the Levittown community. There may just be a few things that you may not know about her! Cassano’s out-of-high school career, stemming from a high school internship, was in the general insurance industry as a personal lines broker and then became an award winning reporter while working for a community newspaper as a community affairs reporter. This led in 1994 to starting her own business, LuCas Communications. As a mother and non-traditional student, she achieved her Associates Degree in Fine Arts from Nassau Community College, a Bachelor’s degree in American Studies from SUNY Old Westbury and a Master’s degree in Communication Arts from New York Institute of Technology. Believing communication to be an art form, was the reason Cassano started LuCas Communications, doing public relations and marketing for small businesses, not-for-profit groups and local organizations. Retiring from that

Louise Cassano business, she continues to work in public relations as a community volunteer, but started a new venture several years ago - Art Works by Louise Cassano. Relating both art and communications, Louise has pursued activity in her dream career as an artist through her new business entity ArtWorx by Louise Cassano. She welcomes visitors to her online sites at https://www.etsy.com/ shop/artworxfineart/; https://fineartbylouise.wordpress.com/; and, https:// www.facebook.com/artworx.louisecassano/. Cassano, as member of the Board of Directors of Levittown Chamber of Commerce, has been instrumental in making the Chamber’s Holiday Tree Lighting a successful and fun event. Cassano is a founding member of Levittown Community Council and was Chairperson of the Levittown Special Events 75th Anniversary Committee and is an active member of Suburban Art League, Independent Art Society, and a wide variety of other community groups. Cassano has been the recipient of many awards over the years including the Levittown Chamber of Commerce Nassau Council of Chambers Small Business Person award, the Town of Hempstead Pathfinder Award, the PRPLI Mentor award and the New York State Assembly’s Woman of Distinction award. Bottom line, word around Levittown is that if you look to your left or right, you’ll find Louise Cassano.

Golden Tones Chorus provides a creative and social outlet for seniors to make new friends and bond over their love of music. Join us today!” Meetings will be held every Friday, beginning on Friday, February 2, at 10 a.m. at the North Massapequa Community Center, located at 214 North Albany Avenue in North Massapequa. There are two planned shows, a Spring Show as well as a Holiday Show, scheduled to be performed at the North Massapequa Community Center. Senior citizens interested in joining the Golden Tones should call (516) 797-7916 for more information.

Public skating sessions during school break The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that families looking for recreational fun during most school districts’ winter recess need look no further than one of the Town’s Ice Skating facilities, which will offer extended hours throughout the week. The week also marks the last week public skating is available at the Town’s outdoor rinks. “Families and children looking for a great stay-cation can head over to our ice skating rinks, either outdoors at Marjorie Post Park or SyossetWoodbury Park or indoors at our Town Ice Skating Center, during special extended hours for the full winter recess week,” said Councilman Lou Imbroto. “Our rinks provide the perfect setting for residents to enjoy the winter weather.” Sunday, February 18: Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m. and 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; Indoor Ice Center: 2 p.m.–5 p.m. Presidents’ Day – Monday, February 19: Indoor & Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.; 4 p.m.–6 p.m.; 7 p.m.– 9 p.m. Tuesday, February 20: Indoor & Outdoor Rinks: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.; 4 p.m.– 6 p.m.; 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

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Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray participated in the PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) Program at Abbey Lane Elementary School in Levittown on January 25. Town Clerk Murray was joined by students from Ms. McAuley’s first grade class: Jacob Abarca Galo, Kate Bennett, David Bennis, Adriana Bevilacqua, Ava Bianco, Daivik Bisnauth, Olivia Blumenthal, Kenneth Bonura, Marvin Cheng, Alyssa DiBernardo, Ryan Grady, Hazel Kong, Cheyenne Martello, Nirvair Singh, Jackson Taub, Jaleesa Torres, Kevin Wilson Jr. and Alice Xing.

Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray congratulated Abbey Lane Elementary School students Jacob Ordonez Gonzalez, Jace Jacobson, Landon Loechner, Declan Brown, Javier Fitanzo, Arick Chhantyal, Damian Coronado, Alivia Amundson, Bryan Baires Guardado, Avery Panick, Jasraj Gill, Victoria Anderson and Daniel Marren as they were named “Terrific Kids” by the Levittown Kiwanis Club. Also attending were Levittown Kiwanians Phyllis Camillone, Pat Carney Gary and Linda Crozier, Fred Interdonato and Advisor Scott Hass; Principal Dr. George Maurer; Assistant Principal Andrea Ferrari; Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Beth Zirogiannis; and Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti.

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that I shall, commencing on February 20, 2024, sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on real estate herein-after described, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party-in-interest in such real estate shall pay to the County Treasurer by February 15, 2024 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges, against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 per cent per six month's period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the February 20, 2024 lien sale, Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased. Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/526/County-Treasurer Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person auction shall be held, same will commence on the 20th day of February, 2024 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer. The liens are for arrears of School District taxes for the year 2022 - 2023 and/or County, Town, and Special District taxes for the year 2023. The following is a partial listing of the real estate located in school district number(s) 23 in the Town of Oyster Bay only, upon which tax liens are to be sold, with a brief description of the same by reference to the County Land and Tax Map, the name of the owner or occupant as the same appears on the 2022/2023 tentative assessment roll, and the total amount of such unpaid taxes. IMPORTANT THE NAMES OF OWNERS SHOWN ON THIS LIST MAY NOT NECESSARILY BE THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS OWNING THE PROPERTY AT THE TIME OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT. SUCH NAMES HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM THE 2022/2023 TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLLS AND MAY DIFFER FROM THE NAMES OF THE OWNERS AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. IT MAY ALSO BE THAT SUCH OWNERS ARE NOMINAL ONLY AND ANOTHER PERSON IS ACTUALLY THE BENEFICIAL OWNER. Town of Oyster Bay School:23 Massapequa UFSD Name Parcel Group Lot RELIANCE GLOBALCOM SERVICES 3267023009 67 SF 00090 VALDEZ EDDIE L 48074 09380 WEIGEL CLAIRE D LIFE ESTATE 48088 12970 1297-1301

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NIEWIAROWICZ JAMES & ELIZABETH 48090 00150 15-18 SMA BROADWAY INC 48096 00690 ANGELORA ROBERT & DENISE 48101 00370 37-41 CAVALLO VINCENT & ROBYN 48101 00740 FIVE 82 BROADWAY CORP 48117 07770 MC CORMICK EUGENE L & ELEANOR 48121 10910 HIGGINS STEPHEN JUSTIN & 48132 00880 ABRAMOWITZ LARRY S & SPADA STEP 48134 00760 DRISCOLL THERESA C 48149 00300 30-33 SPINELLI PAUL & TONYA 48159 00590 59-62 KELLY LAMG 48198 01900 LESKODY HERBERT & CHARLOTTE 48203 00960 AUSTIN VINCENT G & DEBORAH S 48207 01660 WALSH TERRENCE & LYNNE 48208 00880 GIACHETTI RONALD & NANCY 48217 00350 35-37 SCHMIDT WALTER C & ESTHER LIFE 48221 01760 STEMMLE LE T STEMMLE, AUDREY 48222 01590 GIUSEPPE BRUZZESE 48224 00690 GEORGE PAUL C 48226 00670 VITALE NICHOLAS & LUCILLE 48349 00780 OCONNOR MARGARET TRUST 48360 00800 MULTER FLORENCE LIFE ESTATE 48366 00480 EBBECKE DONALD M 48368 00600 BRENNAN BETTE (TRUST) 48372 04800 480-483 O’CONNOR JOHN & LINDA 48378 13260 1326,1328 SCHLEGEL CHARLES & DOROTHY 48383 04590 459-462 CRUZ ROBERTO V 48401 20680 2068-2070 KIMBLEY TINA M 48406 00480 MILACCIO JOAN TRUST 48430 37500 3750-3753 ALDRIDGE TIMOTHY 48523 00010 SCHNEIDER LARRY & IRIS 48525 00100 PADUANO VICTOR & KELLY 48526 00170 GASKA HELENE M & PEREZ MARIANNA 48526 00280 BUCKLEY RONALD 48536 00180 HENRY WILLIAM & MICHELE 48548 00070 HAHL SANDRA L 48551 00280

6,313.33 5,132.77 15,717.19 14,948.52 37,513.37 14,426.34 7,671.61 19,792.64 4,325.42 4,082.25 4,549.09 2,816.25 1,815.03 16,543.01 7,343.22 9,457.73 15,167.63 746.07 4,596.99 17,266.56 8,902.28 13,666.00 4,526.15 1,959.62 16,008.17 1,988.96 2,048.47 4,089.28 1,764.12 15,058.24 13,318.53 2,747.99 7,117.83 18,603.70 5,539.85 19,334.02

BRICKHOUSE TODD & FRANCES 5,297.93 48588 00140 OLSEN JOHN N. & JOAN 5,099.60 52145 00500 50-53 SCOTT MICHAEL 4,414.24 52156 07300 730-733 593 PAIN INC 39,754.94 52166 27020 MURRAY JAMES P 15,019.44 52178 00070 7,569-571 KRUG PAUL W & CONSTANCE D LIFE 8,037.63 52197 23250 O H G A REALTY CO 54,647.29 52203 00300 30-33 S & J BASELIOUS REALTY CORPORAT 6,232.39 52203 00420 26 CENTRAL AVENUE LLC 28,045.59 52206 01190 CAMPANELLA PATTI JEAN 28,874.29 52209 04910 MACK ELEANOR 6,097.90 52228 30400 3040-3042 CALTABIANO BRIAN J & MEAGHAN M 13,473.95 52249 15060 1506-1510 ULINO JOSEPH & HELEN 8,350.76 52259 20670 2067-2068 BELLO TR L GIACCOTTO & KIM 326.38 52263 24480 59 BROOKLYN AVENUE REALTY CORP 52,886.73 52264 24820 2482-2486,2531 TSI - LUCILLE REAL ESTATE LLC 133,957.33 53 E 00290 TASHNER RICHARD 22,962.34 53084 04360 LEVITT RACHEL & SCOTT 6,053.25 53091 01840 184-185 LYONS JEREMIAH J & MARY 5,504.77 53096 25990 2599-2601 KAMATH D MARIAN 2,088.28 53108 16450 1645-1647 MCTIERNAN DANIEL J & ANNA M 4,643.15 53111 19650 1965-1967 PETTINATO THOMAS A & SHEILA 5,320.09 53121 24720 MAIXNER RMJM 4,368.11 53145 00210 LANDSKRON RICHARD 12,362.56 53178 00130 5353 MERRICK ROAD REALTY LLC 79,333.90 53180 00280 L & L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP 16,065.31 53180 00290 VERDIRAME BART J & ROSEMARIE 4,360.89 53182 00030 RITTIMEYER ROBERT TRUST & 5,140.18 53184 00110 CONNELL WALTER J & LILLIAN M 4,414.45 53189 00140 LANDSKRON RICHARD A 10,004.28 53195 00070 FONOLLERAS LUIS A. & LILLIAN TR 15,725.43 53195 00350 KLINGER JOSEPH & AUGUSTINE 2,215.58 53221 00010 URRUTIA GONZALO & JOANNE 16,628.24 57066 09810 981-983 FERNANDEZ STEVEN & CHRISTINE 2,936.49 57082 03370 FERNANDEZ STEVEN & CHRISTINE 311.33 57082 03410 FRADELLA FRANCINE 22,888.15 57129 01300

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L E G A L Town of Oyster Bay School:23 Massapequa UFSD Name Parcel Group Lot SMITH CHRISTOPHER M & VALOT APR 57172 00340 34-36 DUFFY MARY C LIFE ESTATE 57172 00610 61-63 LEVY PHILOMENA TRUST 57176 00120 12-15 TWOMEY ANNE 57179 00600 60-62 MARINO MICHAEL G & GLORIA 57188 00290 29-33 OYSTER BAY BUILDING CORP 57190 00760 76-82 STEFANIK A J 57197 02650 4225 SHAMROCK INN CORP 57198 00810 KERN BARBARA 57222 00190 KAMATH D MARIAN 57222 00340 MUKAMAL DANIEL & GAIL 57229 00110 AMALFI COAST REALTY LLC 57235 00240 YARD LAURIE 65005 01230 DALESSANDRO ADAM C 650160103230 323-326 YOUNG JAMES A & BRIGITTE 650160105480 548-549 YOUNG JAMES & BRIGITTE 650160106470 647-649 RUSSO K MILIO & JOHN 65017 00820 YANTZ DAVID 65019 18620 SIMONELLI KEITH & ELIZABETH 65020 01230 123-128 SOUTH ST MARKS CORP 65037 00450 45-47 HABEKOST PAUL 65037 02400 TPA III LLC 65038 13590 PANARO PETER 65038 13650 SUGAMELE JOSEPH J 65040 14500 FORTUNATO APRIL 65092 00260 26-29 BELESKI RICHARD & MARION 65092 01330 133-135 PELLEGRINO LUCY 65094 02200 LIEBMAN, EUGENE 65097 04690 469,470 PLANT JR RONALD 65098 09830 983-986,1267 PAMPINELLA TOMAS & PAMPINELLA B 65100 22660 2266-2269 POWELL G MATTURRO & MARK 65135 02230 223-224 ZIESIG RICHARD & COLLEEN 65135 03520 352-354 KITSOS HARRY & MARION 65136 01160 116-120 HENRY ADRIENNE A 65149 00380 38-43

Amount 15,523.39 9,218.15 15,654.44 17,190.13 5,537.28 9,198.89 798.74 6,247.97 17,646.89 2,857.18 17,030.99 4,762.92 15,615.68 4,703.94 755.06 20,583.29 7,727.85 15,421.83 23,212.97 23,826.13 13,418.34 22,069.49 3,401.46 6,247.40 28,121.00 11,369.03 3,208.72 6,307.64 3,906.14 18,779.38 15,923.50 3,492.22 9,861.53 2,396.30

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PICHKHADZE IRINA 65170 08120 812-815 BLAKE KATHLEEN 65173 01010 101,595-600 KRAMER L CAMPBELL & LYNNE 65173 07900 PORTIA PROPERTIES IV LLC & 65188 02110 SCUDERA DAVID M & DOROTHY A 65189 01800 HIRSCHFIELD GREGG & ANDREWS DEB 65199 00010 BRESLAU JUSTIN & DANIELLE 65202 00090 SIMONELLI ELIZABETH 65204 00180 MASIELLO MICHAEL & TINA 65208 00320 MULLEN TRUST 65209 00420 VYSOTSKY INNA 65209 00750 PECK SLIP ASSOCIATES PARTNERS L 65213 00680 RICHARDS CHRISTOPHER M 65215 00710 VAUGHAN JAMES A & SANTINA A 65234 00050 RESNICK RITA R 65243 00210 PICCOLO FAY TRUST 65251 00700 LEDERMAN LILA S TRUST 65251 01010 WASSERMAN RICKIE 65251 01650 BAR HARBOUR HOME OWNERS ASSOC 65251 01720 HOGAN CAROLINE & DANIEL 65262 00100 CARAMELLI JEROME & KAREN 65264 00160 ROESCH DAWN 65268 00180 GOLDEN ROSANNE 66002 01050 5368 HOLDING CORP 66003 01100 CDV HOLDINGS LLC 66005 00520 FORTNER LAURA L TRUST 66013 00620 62-63 KRAUT VALGENE & MARILYN 66013 01560 DEBENY SUSAN MARIE 66032 00060 6-11 GANDOLFO FAMILY TRUST 66034 00580 QUANTUM REALTY DEVELOPMENT INC 66036 00850 QUANTUM REALTY DEVELOPMENT INC 66036 00860 AMATO ANTHONY A & AMATO DANA 66036 00870 BIRMINGHAM DANIEL & CATTANO VAL 66049 00570 57-61 MAROTTI DANIELLE 66056 00520 52-54 MAROTTI DANIELLE 66056 00550 55-57 MAROTTI DANIELLE 66056 00580 58-59

35,989.66 17,088.57 18,832.92 34,529.12 22,476.52 2,800.50 2,881.52 18,818.10 20,887.26

KAHOUD JOHN 66064 00900 90-92 Teutonico Evgenia 66065 00010 1-6 CRACCO MICHAEL & ANNETTE 66068 00110 11-16 MR GS PROPERTIES LLC 66073 00070 7-10 KAUFMAN MARK H & ROBIN H 66074 00770 77-80 ALVINO MARGARET 66075 00390 39-43 WERTZ RICHARD F & GAYLE 66079 00370 37-40 SELESKA GRACE 66079 01120 112-115 NOTO ANTHONY 66081 00500 50-55

2,654.60 19,268.37 32,148.50 38,567.36 19,649.87 11,233.48 3,174.29 4,363.16 7,122.66

667.80 29,885.43 26,486.91 36,369.02 15,873.33 19,244.48 2,435.76 7,598.12 13,162.65 15,206.84 24,510.46 3,879.32 14,598.25 2,002.71 4,747.47 7,533.04 14,446.48 8,625.90 15,525.43 356.73 18,350.04 3,803.86 3,767.04 2,564.76 3,251.45 4,810.07 904.56

TERMS OF SALE Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldier’s and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts. However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased. The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA), 12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et. seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) receivership. The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed. The rate of interest and penalty which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount from which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeitedby the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase be of no further effect. Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for

additional information as to terms of sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale. Furthermore, as to the bidding, 1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates. 2. The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates. 3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid. 4. If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made, in connection with, said bid shall be forfeited. This list includes only tax liens on real estate located in Town of North Hempstead. Such other tax liens on real estate are advertised as follows:

Town of Hempstead Dist 1001 FIVE TOWNS JEWISH HOME NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEW YORK TREND NEWSDAY UNIONDALE BEACON Dist 1002 FIVE TOWNS JEWISH HOME NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY UNIONDALE BEACON Dist 1003 EAST MEADOW BEACON EAST MEADOW HERALD NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS NEWSDAY Dist 1004 BELLMORE HERALD MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS NEWSDAY

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Dist 1005 HICKSVILLE ILLUSTRATED NEWS LEVITTOWN TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS NEWSDAY Dist 1006 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SEAFORD HERALD CITIZEN WANTAGH HERALD CITIZEN Dist 1007 BELLMORE HERALD MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1008 BALDWIN HERALD BALDWIN/FREEPORT TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1009 BALDWIN/FREEPORT TRIBUNE FREEPORT HERALD NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1010 BALDWIN HERALD BALDWIN/FREEPORT TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1011 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY OCEANSIDE TRIBUNE OCEANSIDE/ISLAND PARK HERALD Dist 1012 MALVERNE/WEST HEMPSTEAD HERALD NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE Dist 1013 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY VALLEY STREAM HERALD VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE Dist 1014 FIVE TOWNS TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NASSAU HERALD (FIVE TOWNS) NEWSDAY Dist 1015 FIVE TOWNS JEWISH TIMES FIVE TOWNS TRIBUNE JEWISH STAR NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1016 FRANKLIN SQ/ELMONT HERALD FRANKLIN SQUARE BULLETIN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1017 FRANKLIN SQ/ELMONT HERALD FRANKLIN SQUARE BULLETIN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEW HYDE PARK ILLUSTRATED NEWS NEWSDAY

Dist 1018 GARDEN CITY LIFE GARDEN CITY NEWS GARDEN CITY TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1019 EAST ROCKAWAY TRIBUNE LYNBROOK/EAST ROCKAWAY HERALD NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY ROCKAWAY JOURNAL Dist 1020 LYNBROOK/EAST ROCKAWAY HERALD NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD Dist 1021 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD ROCKVILLE CENTRE TRIBUNE Dist 1022 FLORAL PARK BULLETIN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY THE GATEWAY Dist 1023 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SEAFORD HERALD CITIZEN WANTAGH HERALD CITIZEN Dist 1024 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY VALLEY STREAM HERALD VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE Dist 1025 MERRICK HERALD MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1026 HICKSVILLE ILLUSTRATED NEWS LEVITTOWN TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1027 MALVERNE/WEST HEMPSTEAD HERALD NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY WEST HEMPSTEAD BEACON Dist 1028 LONG BEACH HERALD LONG BEACH TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1029 MERRICK HERALD MERRICK/BELLMORE TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 1030 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY VALLEY STREAM HERALD VALLEY STREAM/MALVERN TRIBUNE Dist 1031 ISLAND PARK TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY OCEANSIDE/ISLAND PARK HERALD

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L E G A L Town of Hempstead Dist 1201 EAST MEADOW BEACON EAST MEADOW HERALD NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY WESTBURY TIMES Dist 1205 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEW HYDE PARK ILLUSTRATED NEWS NEWSDAY WEST HEMPSTEAD BEACON Town of North Hempstead Dist 2001 MINEOLA AMERICAN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY WESTBURY TIMES Dist 2002 MINEOLA AMERICAN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY WILLISTON TIMES, WILLISTON PARK EDITION Dist 2003 MANHASSET PRESS NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY ROSLYN NEWS ROSLYN TIMES Dist 2004 MANHASSET TIMES NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY PORT WASHINGTON NEWS Dist 2005 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEW HYDE PARK HERALD COURIER NEW HYDE PARK ILLUSTRATED NEWS NEWSDAY Dist 2006 MANHASSET PRESS MANHASSET TIMES NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY PORT WASHINGTON NEWS Dist 2007 GREAT NECK NEWS GREAT NECK RECORD JEWISH STAR NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 2009 MINEOLA AMERICAN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY WILLISTON TIMES, WILLISTON PARK EDITION Dist 2010 MINEOLA AMERICAN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEW HYDE PARK ILLUSTRATED NEWS NEWSDAY Dist 2011 MINEOLA AMERICAN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY WESTBURY TIMES Dist 2122 FLORAL PARK BULLETIN NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY THE GATEWAY

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Dist 2301 GLEN COVE RECORD PILOT LOCUST VALLEY LEADER NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 2315 JERICHO NEWS JOURNAL NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SYOSSET JERICHO TRIBUNE Town of Oyster Bay Dist 3001 GLEN COVE RECORD PILOT LOCUST VALLEY LEADER NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3002 GLEN COVE RECORD PILOT LOCUST VALLEY LEADER NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3003 JERICHO NEWS JOURNAL NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SYOSSET JERICHO TRIBUNE Dist 3004 LOCUST VALLEY LEADER LONG ISLAND PRESS NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3006 LOCUST VALLEY LEADER LONG ISLAND PRESS NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3008 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY OYSTER BAY ENTERPRISE PILOT OYSTER BAY GUARDIAN Dist 3009 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY OYSTER BAY ENTERPRISE PILOT OYSTER BAY GUARDIAN Dist 3011 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY OYSTER BAY ENTERPRISE PILOT SYOSSET ADVANCE Dist 3012 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SYOSSET ADVANCE SYOSSET JERICHO TRIBUNE Dist 3013 NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SYOSSET ADVANCE SYOSSET JERICHO TRIBUNE Dist 3014 JERICHO NEWS JOURNAL NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SYOSSET JERICHO TRIBUNE Dist 3015 JERICHO NEWS JOURNAL NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY SYOSSET JERICHO TRIBUNE

Dist 3017 HICKSVILLE ILLUSTRATED NEWS HICKSVILLE/LEVITTOWN TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3018 BETHPAGE TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY PLAINVIEW/OLD BETHPAGE HERALD Dist 3019 BETHPAGE NEWSGRAM NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY PLAINVIEW/OLD BETHPAGE HERALD Dist 3020 BETHPAGE NEWSGRAM BETHPAGE TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3021 BETHPAGE NEWSGRAM BETHPAGE TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3022 FARMINGDALE OBSERVER MASSAPEQUA POST NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3023 MASSAPEQUA POST MASSAPEQUAN OBSERVER MID-ISLAND TIMES NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3024 GLEN COVE HERALD GAZETTE GLEN COVE RECORD PILOT NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY Dist 3203 LONG ISLAND PRESS NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY ROSLYN NEWS ROSLYN TIMES Dist 3306 FARMINGDALE OBSERVER MASSAPEQUA POST MASSAPEQUAN OBSERVER NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY City of Glen Cove Dist 4005 GLEN COVE HERALD GAZETTE GLEN COVE RECORD PILOT LOCUST VALLEY LEADER NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY City of Long Beach Dist 5028 LONG BEACH HERALD LONG BEACH TRIBUNE NASSAU COUNTY WEBSITE NEWSDAY

Michael Klein, of Syosset, was named to the College of Our Lady of the Elms fall 2023 Dean’s List. Klein was among 482 students named to the fall 2023 Dean’s List. To qualify, a full-time student must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher, without incompletes. n

College of Charleston congratulates more than 3,500 students who were named to the President’s List and the Dean’s List for Fall 2023. Allison Kennedy of Bethpage was named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List (Distinguished). Kennedy is majoring in Marketing. Emma Brown of Levittown, was named to the Fall 2023 President’s List (Highly Distinguished). Cameron Campbell of Syosset, was named to the Fall 2023 President’s List (Highly Distinguished). Campbell is majoring in Finance. To qualify for the President’s List (Highly Distinguished), students must earn a GPA of 3.800 or higher and complete a minimum of 12 semester hours. To qualify for Dean’s List (Distinguished), students must earn a GPA of 3.500 or higher and complete a minimum of 12 semester hours. n

Montclair State University would like to congratulate Shannon Hughes of Bethpage, on being named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List. Hughes is a/an Physical Education major. Hughes was among more than 6,000 Red Hawks named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List. To qualify, students must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher. n

The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce the Fall 2023 Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List represent nearly all of Rhode Island’s cities and towns, all six New England states, New York and New Jersey, and many other states and countries. They include: Bethpage Gianna Buto Samantha Salerno Hicksville Gianna Marotta Ava Stanley Levittown Emily Newell Lauren Stevens Old Bethpage Justin Kline

Plainview Meleah Fink Toni Sullo Syosset Ryan DeRiggi Ryan Norton Jessica Samuel To be included on the Dean’s List, full-time students must have completed 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable during a semester and achieved at least a 3.30 quality point average. n

A total of 13,950 students enrolled during Fall Semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the president’s list with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s). n

The UA dean’s and president’s lists recognize full-time undergraduate students. The lists do not apply to graduate students or undergraduate students who take less than a full course load. Local students include: Bethpage Luke Andersen was named to the Deans List. Valarie Bracken was named to the Deans List. Hicksville Aidan Brady was named to the Presidents List. Levittown Paul Englander was named to the Deans List. Plainview Russell Smith was named to the Presidents List Syosset Zachary McPhee was named to the Deans List n

Congratulations to Mackenzie Gregory of Levittown, for making the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester at Cedar Crest College. The Dean’s List recognizes students who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to their studies by earning a grade point average of 3.65 or higher in the academic semester. n

Seton Hall University is pleased to announce Sahiba Bhatnagar of Plainview, has qualified for the Fall 2023 Dean’s List at Seton Hall University. After the close of every semester, undergraduate students completing all courses with a GPA of 3.4, with no

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grades lower than “C”, qualify for the Dean’s List. n

Arianna Pentecost, a Senior Nursing major from Bethpage, has been named to the Le Moyne College Fall 2023 Dean’s List. To make the list, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or above. n

Jessica Balos, of Woodbury, was named to the University of Mississippi’s Fall 2023 Honor Roll lists. Balos, majoring in Special Education, was named to the Chancellor’s Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00. n

SUNY Morrisville recently announced those students who were named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a 3.0 to 3.99 grade-point average for the semester and complete 12 credit hours. Megan Trimbach of Bethpage Kareem Sanders of Bethpage Monica Cutler of Levittown Jahvani Stephenson of Hicksville n

More than 600 Hofstra University students earned their undergraduate, graduate, or law degrees in Fall 2023. Students from the local area include: Bethpage Kaitlyn Carney, who studied SpeechLanguage Hearing Sciences Anthony DiBenedetto, who studied Psychology Gina DiBenedetto, who studied English Frank DiMartino, who studied Exercise Physiology William Katartzis, who studied Film Studies & Production Levittown Danielle Hegel, who studied Management Isabella Molina, who studied PreMedical Studies Matthew Powers, who studied Finance Samantha Senra, who studied Industrial Engineering Brianna Sullivan, who studied Fine Arts Hicksville Amanpreet Kaur, who studied Biology Plainview Mary Milana, who studied Community Health Jagjot Tamber, who studied

Biochemistry n

SUNY Morrisville recently announced those students who were named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a 3.0 to 3.99 grade-point average for the semester and complete 12 credit hours. Zachary Hydo of Bethpage Shengran Cui of Bethpage Jason Lin of Levittown Amaya Small of Hicksville n

Christian Watters of Bethpage has been named to the Dean’s List at John Carroll University for the Fall 2023 semester. Students eligible for the Dean’s List must have completed a minimum of 12 semester hours within one semester and have a quality grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. n

More than 2,800 students earned recognition for academic excellence on the SUNY Cortland Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. The Dean’s List is the highest ranking for undergraduate students in their respective academic areas of the university. Students must earn a minimum 3.3 grade point average for the semester to make the list. Among those honored were: Syosset Christina Efstratiou - Adolescence Education: Social Studies and History Justin Gottlieb of - Criminology Anna Hamid - Sport Management Jennifer Koestner - Adolescence Education: Mathematics Nicole Lien of - Early Childhood and Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 6) Olivia Strocchia of - Sport Management Vanessa Strocchia - Business Economics Ryan Voight - Physical Education K-12 Woodbury Ryan Banks - Business Economics Maria Hubbard NY - Physical Education K-12

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Dated: February 07, 2024 THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER MINEOLA, NEW YORK

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NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST 2017-1, Plaintiff, vs. MIRNA BENITEZ, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 11, 2019, an Order for Extension of Time to Conduct Foreclosure Sale duly entered on November 27, 2019 and an Order for Extension of Time to Conduct Foreclosure Sale duly entered on December 18, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 8, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 141 West Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 46 and Lot 289. Approximate amount of judgment is $907,661.64 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #005314/2015. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Barton Slavin, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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POB Schools hold Holocaust Remembrance Night

Plainview-Old Bethpage School District hosted a Holocaust Remembrance Night on Jan. 25. Plainview-Old Bethpage School District hosted a Holocaust Remembrance Night on Jan. 25 at the Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School in advance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Holocaust survivor Eric Lipetz spoke to students, families, teachers, and administrators about his experiences during

his early childhood in Belgium, prior to the German invasion in 1940 which changed the course of his family’s life. After the keynote, guests were given a choice of attending one of two breakout sessions — a discussion with recently certified 3G students and JFKHS student documentarians presenting their work

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From page 1 to attract hundreds of families and seniors as the event also features live music, food trucks and activities for kids.” Participants must be 18 or older, and display and sell only their original pieces. No commercial or mass-produced items are permitted. Artists must supply their own 10x10 canopy and additional items required for their space. Additional details and associated costs are provided on the appli-

cation, available on the Town’s website. Art in the Park is run by the Town’s Department of Community & Youth Services, Cultural and Performing Arts Division. The event focuses on hand-crafted goods, including ceramics, watercolors, glass, jewelry, wood, leather, sculpture and more. Artist applications available on the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown.com/capa or by calling (516) 797-7932.

on the documentary, “Names Not Numbers” or “Deconstructing Symbols of Hate,” by Dr. Christopher Probst, director of education for the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center, which examined the history behind the most widely-known symbols of hate and discrimination. The district thanked every-

one who made the event possible, including Lipetz, the POBJFKHS Advocacy Club, POB Media Club, student documentarians and 3G Certified Storytellers, and the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County.

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Pre-register for Town summer recreation program The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that residents interested in having their children participate in the 2024 Summer Recreation Program can now upload necessary documents and materials for review in advance of the final registration period. This process is mandatory prior to registration this spring and will be performed fully online. This year’s Summer Recreation Program will once again include fullday options as well as the traditional program for children ages 4 through 12. Space is limited at each facility. “The Town’s Summer Recreation Program features great summer fun for children at six of our Town parks, with activities including arts and crafts, various games, themed days, water fun, scavenger hunts and so much more,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “To help streamline the registration process, residents will be able to sign-up their children online this spring, and can begin pre-registration today!” All registrations for Summer Recreation will performed online. In an effort to simplify the process, the Town’s Parks Department will accept all necessary documentation, including proof of residency, child’s birth certificates, recent physicals etc. to be uploaded to a portal on the Town’s website prior to the final registration period this spring. This process is mandatory and ends on March 22. Once all documentation is properly uploaded, parents/guardians will receive notification of approval to register, as well as directions for online registration. How to upload materials (note: pre-registration does not guarantee a spot in this year’s Summer Recreation Program. Parents will need to perform final registration this spring) Parents/guardians can visit oysterbaytown.com/portal • Select ‘My Account’ on the top right corner and log-in or create a new account (if your child was registered for the 2023 Summer Program, you already have an account, however documents must be uploaded) • After logging in, select ‘My Account,’ then Household & Member.

Confirm all family members are listed. If needed, select ‘Add Family member’ at bottom of page and add a child or guardian to the household. Then SAVE • Select DOCUMENT UPLOAD from the portal menu. Each document must be uploaded as a separate file (make sure all scanned documents are legible) • Required documents: • Proof of residency (tax or utility bill) • Child’s Birth Certificate • Child’s Immunization Records (for full-day campers only) • Child’s recent physical (for full-day campers only) “We know many of our youngsters can’t wait for the warm weather and all the fun they have at the Town’s Summer Recreation Program,” said Town Councilwoman Michele Johnson. “With full-day options again available at Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa, PlainviewOld Bethpage Community Park and Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, as well as our traditional programs at Ellsworth Allen Park in Farmingdale, Harry Tappen Beach in Glen Head and Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay, we look forward to another successful summer of fun!” The mandatory pre-registration period, during which interested parents/guardians can upload documents and required materials for registration, is open now through March 22nd. Submission of materials does not guarantee a spot in the 2024 program – parents must complete their registration this spring when final registration opens. Following final registration, refunds are given on a prorated basis and subject to a 10 percent administrative fee through July 12. Parents will receive an email from the Recreation Division confirming that all documents have been received, as well as directions on how to complete registration. All registration will take place online. For more information, visit www.oysterbaytown.com/summerrecreation or call the Town’s Recreation Office at (516) 797-7945.

Casino bus trip Joseph Barry Columbiettes will be hosting a bus trip to the Wind Creek Bethlehem (formerly Sands) Casino Bethlehem, PA on Tuesday, March 19. The cost of $55 per person, includes the driver’s tip and $35 slots play giveback. Please arrive at 8:30 a.m. Return is at

approx. 8:30 p.m. Parking: 999 So. Oyster Bay Road (dead end); For reservations please call call Barbara at (516) 935-5576. Please make checks payable to Joseph Barry Columbiettes.

Dept. of Labor holds jobs fair

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads recently attended the New York State Department of Labor Job Fair at the Hicksville Career Center. The event was attended by hundreds of job seekers and provided community members with direct access to employers as well as resources necessary to find employment opportunities.

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Students at Abbey Lane Elementary School in the Levittown School District made their first runs with hockey sticks in hand as they learned the basics of the sport in their physical education class. Students could hardly contain their excitement as they entered the

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Abbey Lane ups the teamwork in hockey unit gymnasium and saw hockey nets raised. Using foam hockey sticks, teams faced off in intense matches as they competed for victory. As the classes progress, teams will play in a tournament to become to top winners in their grade. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

It’s always a fun day in gym class at Abbey Lane Elementary.

Before the buzzer rang, teams waited cooperatively to make the first strike.

Hockey games were intense as students grasped the basics.

Free music concerts planned for libraries The Town of Oyster Bay's Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue through May 2024 with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town. “The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilman Hand. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.” Scheduled performances for February and March include: • Polezhayev Family Ensemble on Sunday, February 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Massapequa Public Library –

Performing favorites from classical, romantic and popular composers. • Gathering Time on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library – Performing music for all ages from traditional folk to classic rock. All welcome/free tickets required, tickets available at library on February 5th. For more information call Jericho Public Library, (516) 935-6790. • Carlson & Grant on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Syosset Public Library – Performing solos and duets from the nostalgic past. Registration is free and required. Visit: https://syosset.librarycalendar.com/ events/month and select the date of the concert and register. Registration

starts February 9. • Mambo Loco on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library – Performing the best of Old-school Latin and Latin jazz. All welcome/free tickets required, tickets available at library on February 22. For more information, call Jericho Public Library, (516) 935-6790. • One More Once Jazz Ensemble on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at the Farmingdale Public Library – Performing all genres of big band music. • Danny Kean & Friends on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the PlainviewOld Bethpage Public Library – Performing blues, jazz, R&B rock &

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everything in between. All welcome/ free tickets required, tickets available at library on March 11. For more information, call Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, (516) 938-0077. • The Brooklyn Bards on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bethpage Public Library – Experience the deep lyrics and rich melodies of traditional Irish music. The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call (516) 797-7900 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ CAPA.

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New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players Keep These Popular Masterpieces of Musical Theater Alive BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM The New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players company is one of New York City’s cultural treasures and fortunately, many outside the Big Apple will also have the opportunity to revel in the company’s artistry and talent as it finishes its stellar production of “The Mikado” and begins its annual road tour, this season featuring “The Pirates of Penzeance.” Now in its 49th year, this extremely talented and creative company NYGASP, which is based out of the Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College, has been hailed as “the leading custodian of the G&S classics” and has created its own special niche in the cultural mosaic of New York City and the nation. NYGASP’s mission is “giving vitality to the living legacy of Gilbert & Sullivan,” says the company’s Founder/Artistic Director/ General Manager Albert Bergeret. Bergeret typically hosts a preview and introduction during a series, typically before a performance geared to families. The new/ updated NYGASP production of The Mikado premiered in NYC in late 2016, features an original prologue that introduces the audience to the real life characters of the D’Oyly Carte Opera Company who originated The Mikado in 1885 London. The production centers the fantastic elements of juxtaposing a Victorian world with an imagined Japanese setting allowing the opera to be a truly inclusive experience for all audiences and artists. The show abounds with absurdity and astounding wit, clever word-

was first introduced in 2016, aimed at exorcizing the production of offensive stereotypes that might offend Asians that were embedded in the 1885 original. “It is a balancing act to respect the original but take out what people considered offensive,” Bergeret says. A specially created “prologue” and creative costuming ensure there is no confusion that “Mikado” represents Englishmen satirizing Victorian society and politics, capitalizing on British fascination with all things Japanese in the 1880s, to defuse the pointed references that might have gotten Gilbert & Sullivan (already under censorship of Lord Chamberlain) into trouble. The clever Prologue. authored by the director, choreographer David New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players take their bow at the end of this season’s Auxier-Loyala takes place on June 6, 1884 – one day after their “Princess “The Mikado” © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com play, memorable tunes and endear- ed out by Caitlin Borek, Camilo Ida” opened, brings together D’Oyly ing characters, performed to per- Estrada, Chris-Ian Sanchez, Carte, the actual producer, with fection by clever patter man David James Mills, Katie Hall, Abby Arthur Sullivan, the composer and Macaluso as Sullivan and Ko-Ko Kurth, Lance Olds, Logan Pitts, W.S. Gilbert, the lyricist and author (who brings extraordinary physical Maurio Hines, Michael Galante, (played by David Auxier), and has comedy and a sweet voice); blus- Michelle Seipel, Sabrina Lopez, them talking about the Japanese tering Matthew Wages who plays Viet Vo and Alexandra Imbrosci- exhibition that is all the stir in London. D’Oyly Carte is pushing them to come Richard D’Oyly Carte and pompous Viera. Pooh-Bah; creative David Auxier as To their artistry and talent they up with their next musical, and in their verbal interplay, these fanciauthor Gilbert and town leader Pish- exude a joy of performance. Tush (who also authored the new The production showcas- ful interjections become the fanciful Prologue and is the director, and es gorgeous scenery designed names for characters – Pish-Tush, choreographer); charming John by Anshuman Bhatia, clever and Pooh-Bah – and suggest plot points. Charles McLaughlin as romantic inventive costumes by Quinto Gilbert “dreams” the performance of hero Nanki-Poo, rising star Hannah Ott and lighting by Benjamin “Mikado” – he becomes Pish-Tush, Holmes as lovelorn and overbearing Weill. The Mikado is produced by a Noble Lord; Sullivan becomes Katisha; beautiful soprano Rebecca NYGASP Executive Director David Ko-Ko, the Lord High Executioner, L. Hargrove as self-aware Yum Wannen. Founder and Artistic and D’Oyly Carte becomes Pooh-Bah Yum; Sarah Hutchison as Director Albert Bergeret, shar- (“the Lord High Everything Else”). We take advantage of seeing maiden sister Peep-Bo; mellifluous ing the podium with Associate mezzo Elisabeth Cernadas as Conductor, Joseph Rubin conducting January 13 afternoon “Family performance”, which features a beforeadventurous Pitti-Sing; and dynamic the 25-piece orchestra. bass David Wannen in the title role. The brilliant ensemble is round-

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New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players Keep These Popular Masterpieces of Musical Theater Alive Continued from previous page show talk introducing the plot and music presented by the esteemed Conductor and Musical Director Albert Bergeret, who founded the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players 49 years ago (and was the original Nanki-Poo), I learn that my comparison of “Mikado” for Gilbert & Sullivan to “Madame Butterfly” by Puccini is not entirely unfounded. While the music that Sullivan composed runs the gamut of British musical styles (ballad, madrigal, march), he incorporates the Japanese five-note scale and an actual Japanese folk song, Miya-sama (though for this production, new English lyrics are substituted for the Japanese) – music which Puccini also appropriates in “Madame Butterfly.” “We took out what’s incomprehensible or inappropriate,” Bergeret says, who adds that Sullivan was a brilliant, classically trained musician who was well versed in all genres of music and composers from around the world. In “Mikado” Sullivan demonstrates his virtuosity in writing in many different forms. Just as Gilbert incorporated contemporaneous digs, so too does this Ko-Ko, a “cheap tailor” (which means he made clothes for common people) taken from the county jail where he was scheduled to be executed (for flirting), and elevated to Lord High Executioner, update his “List” of those who shan’t be missed, to be as current as yesterday’s tweet, sometimes changing it each performance, surprising even the rest of the cast. During our performance, Ko-Ko, brilliantly played by David Macaluso, who is not only brilliant at patter but physical comedy, inserts digs at A.I. and the “plagiarist” that got him on the list, and natural gas which somehow puts the “environmentalist” also on that long, long list as the scroll unfurls.

And The Mikado’s updated long list of who to punish and how, includes the Instagrammer “made to endure a dungeon cell without not one cellular bar” and “political pundits, who must sail for weeks on a boat full of leaks on a sea of alternative facts.” (That gets tremendous laughs.) But Bergeret notes they do not want to do too much contemporizing. “We are proud to share this production, which upholds The Mikado’s musical score, setting, characters, storytelling, themes, and most of all its universal satire of human nature.” So, the Mikado looks to execute Ko-Ko (the Lord High Executioner), Pooh-Bah (the “Lord High Everything” and Pitti-Sing (one of the “three little maids from school” for carrying out the Mikado’s orders to execute Somebody and unwittingly execute the Mikado’s son and heir to the throne, Nanki-Poo. The Mikado appreciates their effort (he only wishes he could have witnessed the execution) but insists they still should be executed for, well, killing the heir and looks for the entertainment value in their lingering death. The Mikado justifies executing the three because, after all, this is an unfair world where the virtuous suffer and the undeserving succeed. This leads to the song that probably best sums up the moral of Gilbert & Sullivan’s “Mikado,” in which the three condemned sing, “See how the Fates their gifts allot/For A is happy, B is not/Yet B is worthy, I dare say/Of more prosperity than A…If I were Fortune which I’m not/B should enjoy A’s happy lot/And A should die in misery/That is, assuming I am B.” “The Mikado, or The Town of Titipu” - the ninth of Gilbert & Sullivan’s 14 collaborations - was immensely popular when it opened on March 14 1885 in London, running for 672 performances,

the second longest run for any musical theater production. By the end of 1885, some 150 companies in Europe and America were performing the operetta. It even was widely performed in Japan (apparently they took no offense). Indeed, “The Mikado” is one of the most popular productions of musical theater of all time. Performed for the last 135 years – by the D’Oyly Carte Opera Company, NYGASP and others including Joseph Papp’s Shakespeare in the Park festival - there were decades when “Mikado” was being performed somewhere in the English speaking world any day of the year. Some of its word inventions have entered the lexicon, such as “the grand Poo-Bah” and “Let the punishment fit the crime.” They have also been performed in languages including Yiddish and French, though Bergeret notes that the French don’t seem to get the jokes. G&S were very popular in their own time – all their 14 shows were popular and “Mikado” was one of most popular written out of their 14 (one, “Thespis,” was lost). Their nods to classical and digs at British society and conventions and their union of witty lyrics and lyrical music, appealed to high and low class. Both wrote with others but were never so successful as when they collaborated together. “They were very different characters – Sullivan was a lady’s man” – aspects that come through in the specially written “Prologue” to Mikado. “The only one who doesn’t like Gilbert was Queen Victoria, Bergeret tells us. “We are not amused,” Queen Victoria once commented. The Queen knighted Sullivan as the “savior of English classical music.” (Her son, King Edward VII, knighted Gilbert.) Since its founding in 1974, the company has presented over 3,000 performances of the G&S masterpieces throughout

the United States, Canada, and the U.K. delighting audiences of all ages. The company’s celebrated ensemble of G&S experts, developed by introducing new singers each year from New York’s immense pool of vocal and theatrical talent, has collaborated with such guest artists as world-renowned G&S exponent the late John Reed, O.B.E. in numerous comic baritone roles, Tony winner John Rubinstein and Frank Gorshin both as King Gama in Princess Ida, John Astin as Sir Joseph in H.M.S. Pinafore, Hal Linden and Noel Harrison as the Major General in The Pirates of Penzance, Pat Carroll as Little Buttercup in H.M.S. Pinafore, and Steve Allen as The Mikado. The company’s repertory consists of 13 complete G&S operas (cast, orchestra and crew of 50-80 people), special versions of the most popular operas designed for children’s audiences, and a variety of charming sextet concert programs. The company has also produced a cabaret act. I’ve Got a Little Twist, created and directed by David Auxier, won a 2010 Bistro Award, has toured the country and appeared at Lincoln Center’s 2011 Atrium series. New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players are worthy of a Tony Award. Coming up, NYGASP will present G&S’s “The Sorcerer” and “Trial by Jury” on April 6-7. Also, NYGASP regularly tours its shows, and this year is featuring “Pirates of Penzance”. More information at www.NYGASP. org, 212-772-4448. _______________________________ © 2024 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com

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BY CHARLYN FARGO

February is American Heart Month, a time when we focus on heart disease, the No. 1 killer of Americans. President Lyndon B. Johnson, who suffered a heart attack, issued the first proclamation in 1964. Since then, U.S. presidents have annually declared February American Heart Month. Each year, 1 in 3 women are diagnosed with heart disease, according to the American Heart Association. My mom suffered from heart disease most of her life, and at the age of 89, her heart gave out. This year, as we continue to battle COVID-19, taking heart-healthy steps are

even more important because the coronavirus can have harmful effects on the heart and vascular system. The past few years of staying home more have meant that many of us are engaging in unhealthy lifestyle behaviors -- such as eating poorly, drinking more alcohol and limiting physical activity -- that can contribute to heart disease. How can we get back on track? Consider the DASH eating plan. It’s been proven to reduce risks for cardiovascular disease by lowering blood pressure and low-density lipoprotein (bad) cholesterol levels. While similar to the Mediterranean diet (also considered heart-healthy), the DASH

Crossword Answers plan is lower in sodium and includes lowfat dairy. It is also rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein. Compared with the Mediterranean, red wine and olive oil aren’t in the spotlight. To get started, pick one or two goals to work on at a time. Try replacing some of your protein or carbohydrates with a serving of vegetables at lunch or dinner, or build your breakfast around fruit, such as fresh or frozen berries, and low-fat Greek yogurt. Try eating fish or seafood twice a week, or swap a soda with water flavored with a lemon or cucumber slice. The good news is that, in most cases, Continued on page 5

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In honor of Black History Month

With February being Black History Month, I am citing basketball player Tim Duncan and ophthalmologist Patricia Bath for their accomplishments. Born on April 25, 1976, in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, Timothy Theodore Duncan originally dreamed of becoming an Olympic swimmer, influenced by his sister, Tricia Duncan. She was part of the U.S. swim team in 1988. He had to change his sport in 1989 after Hurricane Hugo destroyed many of St. Croix’s swimming pools. Basketball became the alternative and he was recruited by Wake Forest University to play basketball. Duncan, his sisters and brother had promised their mother that they would graduate from college. She knew they loved sports but she also knew how important an education was so before she passed away in 1990, they gave her their word. He still recites the motivating saying his mother would repeat for all her children: “Good, better, best. Never let it rest. Until your good is better and your better is best.” Tim Duncan played for the San Antonio Spurs for his entire 19-year NBA career. First he graduated from Wake Forest University in 1997 with a degree in psychology. As a basketball player for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, during his final season at Wake Forest he was named the most outstanding collegiate player in the country and won the John R. Wooden Award. In the 1997 NBA draft, the San Antonio Spurs chose Tim Duncan as the #1 overall pick. Duncan’s impact on the NBA was immediate as he quickly established himself as one of the league’s best players. He was named the Rookie of the Year in 1998 and was consistently recognized as a member of the

All-NBA First Team for an impressive 13 consecutive seasons. Additionally, he earned the NBA Finals MVP Award on three occasions, in 1999, 2003 and 2005. Under Duncan’s leadership, the Spurs captured five NBA championships in 1999, 2003, 2005, 2007 and 2014. He was selected to the All-Star team 15 times and was recognized as a member of the All-Defensive First Team - also 15 times. In 2002 he was named NBA Player of the Year. Duncan left the NBA in 2016 and his mark on the San Antonio Spurs franchise was undeniable. He holds the record for the most points, rebounds, blocks and steals in Spurs history, as well as in playoff points, rebounds and blocks. One of the most accomplished players in NBA history, Tim Duncan was a great power forward. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2020 and was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021. Duncan serves as a role model for players of all generations. A philanthropist, Duncan has made significant contributions to numerous charitable causes including his own Tim Duncan Foundation, which funds programs involving health awareness, education, and youth sports and recreation in San Antonio, WinstonSalem and St. Croix. Duncan said, “Sports are a metaphor

for life. The lessons you learn on the court can be applied to any aspect of your life.” “To be successful in anything, you have to be willing to put in the work and make sacrifices.” “Competition is great for everyone. Sports can teach you so much at an early age, including camaraderie and sportsmanship … I always wanted to compete in something. It was swimming for many years, then I moved on to basketball. I had to find a way to channel my competitive energy, so I’m lucky that basketball worked out for me.” Patricia Bath is recognized as an ophthalmologist and an inventor. Born on November 4, 1942, in Harlem, Patricia Bath was the daughter of Rupert and Gladys Bath. Her father, an immigrant from Trinidad, was an educated and well-traveled merchant seaman and her mother was a homemaker. As a child Bath was often told by her parents to “never settle for less than her best.” Bath developed an affinity for books, travel and science. Her mother, encouraging Patricia’s dreams and love of science, bought Patricia her first chemistry set. In high school, Bath was already a National Science Foundation scholar. Patricia and her brother attended Charles Evans Hughes High School where both students excelled in science and math. Bath received her B.A. in chemistry from Hunter College in 1964 and her

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medical degree from Howard University in 1968. She then worked at the Harlem Hospital Center, focusing on finding treatments for blindness and other eye problems. Bath invented a probe called the Laserphaco Probe that uses a laser to quickly and painlessly remove cataracts. This surgical tool vaporizes cataracts via a tiny, 1-millimeter insertion into a patient’s eye. After using the Laserphaco Probe to remove a cataract, the patient’s lens can be removed and a replacement lens inserted. In 1981 Bath developed her Laserphaco Probe, published her first paper in 1987 and had her first U.S. patent issued in 1988. By 2000, her minimally invasive device was being used in eye surgeries in Europe and Asia. Bath also wrote about higher rates of blindness among African Americans and she co-founded the American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness. Among her many achievements, Dr. Patricia Bath was the first Black woman to complete a residency in ophthalmology at New York University and was the first woman to chair an ophthalmology residency program in the U.S. at Drew-UCLA. Known as a laser pioneer, Bath was recognized by the National Science Foundation, the Lemelson Center, the American Medical Women’s Association and the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Dr. Bath’s U.S. Patent No. is 4,744,360. Bath is recognized as the first Black woman physician to receive a medical patent. She died in San Francisco on May 30, 2019. Bath married and was survived by her daughter, Eraka Bath. When asked about her accomplishments, Dr. Bath described her “personal best moment” - the time when on a North African humanitarian trip she restored the sight of a woman who had been blind for 30 years.

N U T R I T I O N N E W S Continued from previous page heart disease is preventable. The key is a healthy lifestyle, which includes not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, controlling blood sugar and cholesterol, treating high blood pressure and getting at least 30 minutes a day of moderate-intensity physical activity.

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Q: Is extra weight a risk factor for breast cancer? A: A new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute finds excess weight is an established risk factor for postmenopausal breast cancer. Researchers pooled data from 10 different cohort studies to see if losing excess weight after age 50 might lower the risk. Losing

just 4.5 pounds made a difference. Higher weight loss was associated with even lower risk. Loss of at least 20 pounds was associated with lowest breast cancer risk, even if some of the weight was gained back.

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It looks like winter is here to stay for another six weeks, if you believe the famous groundhog’s shadow. For many of us, that means comfort food in our trusty slow cooker. Here’s a recipe for Forgotten Minestrone, from Taste of Home’s “Skinny” cookbook, that is full of flavor, low in calories, full of vegetables and high in protein. FORGOTTEN MINESTRONE Servings: 8 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1/2inch cubes

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 medium onion, chopped 2 tablespoons dried parsley, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons ground thyme 1 beef bouillon cube 1/2 teaspoon pepper 6 cups water 1 medium zucchini, halved and thinly sliced 2 cups chopped cabbage 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni Grated Parmesan cheese, optional In a 5-quart slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover, and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until meat is tender.

Add the zucchini, cabbage, beans and macaroni; cover, and cook on high for 3045 minutes, or until the macaroni and vegetables are tender. Sprinkle servings with cheese, if desired. Per serving: 202 calories; 16 grams protein; 24 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams fat (2 grams saturated); 35 milligrams cholesterol; 5 grams fiber; 661 milligrams sodium. Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, and the current president of the Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For comments or questions, contact her at charfarg@aol.com or follow her on Twitter @NutritionRD. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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How Your Retirement Benefit Is Calculated BY TOM MARGENAU Q. Even though I’m not on Social Security, I’ve been reading your column for years. A while back, I had clipped out a column you wrote explaining how benefits are figured. And now that I’m getting ready to file for benefits, I can’t find that column. Can you please reprint it? And I also have a question. I do recall that you said a benefit is based on your highest 35 years of earnings. But I saw something on the Social Security Administration website that said it’s a 40-year base. Have the rules changed? A. I checked my past columns, and it’s been about a year since I explained how Social Security retirement benefits are figured. So, I guess it’s about time I do it again. And I’ll also explain why I’m right when I say it’s a 35-year base of earnings, and how the SSA website also is right when they say a 40-year base! In a nutshell, a Social Security retirement benefit is a percentage of your average monthly income using your highest 35 years of inflation-adjusted earnings. So, what’s this 40-year base all about? Well, when you file for retirement benefits, the Social Security Administration will look at your earnings history and pull out your highest 40 years. They don’t have to be consecutive. But from that 40year base, they drop out your five lowest years. So they end up using your highest 35 years of earnings to figure your benefit. If you don’t have 35 years of earnings, the SSA must plug in an annual salary of $0 for every year you did not work, until the 35-year base is reached. However, before they add up those “high 35,” they index each year of past earnings for inflation. And this is where the formula starts to get messy. That’s because there is a different adjustment factor for each year of earnings, and each year’s adjustment factor is different based on your year of birth. Here is a quick example. If you were born in 1962 and earned $20,000 in 1991, they would multiply those earnings by an inflation adjustment factor of 2.9, meaning they would actually use $58,000 as your 1991 earnings. But if you were born in 1960 and earned that same $20,000 in 1991, they would use an inflation factor of 2.5, resulting in $50,000 as the 1991 earnings used in your Social Security computation. You can find a complete breakdown of those inflation adjustment factors for each year of birth at the Social Security Administration’s website: www.socialsecurity. gov. If you have a hard time negotiating that website, just Google “Social Security indexing factors” and it will lead you to the right place. The next step in the retirement computation formula is to add up your highest 35 years of inflation-adjusted earnings. Then you divide by 420 -- that’s the number of months in 35 years -- to get your average

inflation-adjusted monthly income. The final step brings us to the “social” part of Social Security. The percentage of your average monthly income that comes back to you in the form of a Social Security benefit depends on your income. In a nutshell, the lower your average wage, the higher percentage rate of return you get. Once again, the actual formula is messy and varies depending on your year of birth. As an example, here is the formula for someone born in 1960. You take the first $1,024 of average monthly income and multiply it by 90%. You take the next $5,148 of your average monthly income and multiply that by 32%. And you take any remainder and multiply it by 15%. You can find a complete breakdown of those computation “bend points” at www. socialsecurity.gov. Or just Google “Social Security bend points” to find several sites that should help you. Believe it or not, that was the simple explanation for those who just want some kind of idea of how their Social Security retirement benefit will be figured. To summarize, it is a percentage of your average monthly income using your highest 35 years of inflation-adjusted earnings. If this was a college course, you could think of it as Social Security Benefit Computation 101. But now I’m going to get into more advanced version of retirement benefit calculations for those who want to know the nitty-gritty of the process. I’ll start by introducing this term: the “primary insurance amount,” or PIA. The PIA is your basic retirement benefit upon which all future calculations will be based. The “raw PIA” is actually calculated at age 62. In other words, when the SSA pulls out your highest 35 years of earnings, they only use earnings up to age 62. Then that raw PIA gets “cooked,” or increased, to take into account any earnings you had after age 62 and to include any cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) that were authorized for Social Security benefits after the year you reached age 62. But it gets a little tricky when SSA does the recomputation for any earnings you have after age 62. If you worked full time until age 67, for example, you would assume that those earnings between age 62 and 67 would increase your PIA. After all, you figure, they are some of your highest-earning years, so they will become part of that “high 35.” But not necessarily. For reasons I can’t take the time to explain in this short column, earnings after age 60 are not indexed for inflation. They get calculated at current dollar value only. So, if your “raw PIA” was based on a full 35-year history of high inflation-adjusted earnings, your current earnings may not be high enough to become part of your “high 35,” so they won’t increase your benefit. Or they might bump up the PIA, but not by much. In fact, I hear from readers all the time who tell me that they are confused be-

cause the benefit estimate they are getting from the SSA now (at age 67, let’s say) is not much more than the estimate they got back at age 62. Their current benefit estimate includes the COLA increases, but either little or no bump for their post-62 earnings. The reason is that lack of infla-

tion indexing after age 60. As you can see, the Social Security retirement benefit formula is pretty messy. But for most of you, I would say, don’t worry about it. Just let the SSA do it for Continued on next page

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Bigger isn’t always better BY PHILIP A. RAICES On June 3rd, 2015 I received a call from a gentleman that was inquiring about assisting him in tracking down a rental for August for his client. His client was coming to New York for a project he was involved with, but he was clandestine and very secretive about the project. I thought maybe this was something illegal or possibly something dealing with the stock market, or a financial project. Maybe it was like one of these Nigerian scams, where they have twenty million dollars that they want you to deposit and I would get paid a percentage. But then again, this person’s client was going to be living somewhere on Long Island, so I felt this wasn’t one of those scams, but needed more of an explanation to understand more specifics. He continued to describe what his client needed. A home, preferably on the North Shore’s Gold Coast with a pool, waterfront or water view; had to have a tennis court and a place to potentially land a helicopter to pick him up to go to NYC. Most critical was his mandatory request for a tub within the owner’s ensuite bathroom (not a shower). I asked him why, and at the time he was mum about explaining why this was crucial for him to consider renting. He needed a home with at least 5-6 bedrooms and at least 3.5-4 bathrooms, 6000-7000 interior square feet on at least 1-2 acres with the utmost maximum privacy as possible. He had a budget of around $35,000 for the month. I conveyed to him that I would begin our search and told him to expect to hopefully receive emails that day. I prefer not to mention either name right now. I would personally handle the search for this client (and not my assistant at that time), as I thought that it sounded like a very successful and established individual and appeared to be a quite

serious inquiry. I dealt with it with expediency to make sure that I found a place with all his specific requirements to satisfy their needs and wants. It was the most high-end rental that I had ever dealt with for a single-family home outside of a triplex that I rented on West 72nd St back in 1999 for $42,000 per month. I searched our MLS and sent the associate several choices that I felt would work. He picked out only 1 that closely matched what his client might consider. I set up the appointment and went with the associate to go take a look. Unfortunately, almost everything worked, except there was no tub in the owner’s suite. I now totally understood that his client was adamant about the tub and wouldn’t settle for anything less. I happened to find someone I knew who was selling his home in Kings Point. I made a call to him to see if he would consider renting it out from August 1st-31st. He was open to that idea since he told me that he was going to California for the entire month. He also realized that there was quite a lot of money involved for only one month; which would pay a good portion of his taxes for an entire year. This assuredly sparked his interest. He had thought at the time that he wouldn’t sell his home that quickly, so it made a lot of sense to entertain the idea of renting. We made an appointment and visited the home by the water. The associate thoroughly enjoyed the property as well as the interior. Everything met his demands, including the tub. After discussing with the associate, letting him know that we were looking for a needle in a haystack and found it and

wasn’t sure when the next place would surface; as we both had a deadline to find something. After some discussion, I was authorized to present an offer of $35,000. The owner, whom I knew for many years, said, “I will think about it and let you know. He couldn’t accept our offer, understandably because his wife wasn’t home as he needed to discuss it with her. I was a little concerned, but we felt the offer at full price was so good, how could they turn it down? The very next day the owner called me and said, tell your client that if he wants it he will have to pay $45,000 for the month. I called the associate and told him what the counteroffer was and that was very disturbing to him as well as me. I thought that the owner became very greedy; knowing that the home was perfect for the associate’s client and figured he would pay the price. Well, to my dismay, it didn’t work out for either party and we moved on to find the next suitable location. The good news for me was that the associate and his client decided that they were going to work with me exclusively, due to the way I was determined to find a home and had been making the most concerted effort, with care and concern, compared to all the other agents from larger companies that they were working with. In addition, I believe they must have checked my credentials and reviews via the internet, in order to have come to that decision to work only with me. That was a very satisfying moment in time knowing that I was the one they chose over everyone else. It was sort of a David vs. Goliath scenario, although I hadn’t won the war just yet. I now knew it was do or die and that I had to absolutely

find that elusive rental. I have a certain amount of space in my weekly columns as per my editor, so come back next week to hear the end of my story and the person to whom I rented the home. Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 42+ of years experience in the Real Estate industry and has earned designations as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.) and also as a Certified International Property Specialist (C.I.P.S.) and has earned his National Association of Realtors “Green Industry designation for eco-friendly low carbon footprint construction with 3-D printed foundations, Solar panels, Geo-thermal HVAC/Heat Pumps). Save his My New Electronic signature/Bio/Reviews to your cell, PC or Laptop contacts: https://onetapconnect. com/turnkeyrealestate-philraices He will give you a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and his Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home. He will also provide you with “free” regular updates of what has gone under contract (pending), been sold (closed) and those homes that have been withdrawn/ released or expired (W/R) and all new listings of homes, HOA, Townhomes, Condos, and Coops in your town or go to https://WWW.Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” no obligation 15 minute consultation, as well as a “FREE printout or digital value analysis of what your home might sell for in today’s market without any obligation or “strings” attached call Philip at (516) 647-4289.

SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOU Continued from previous page you. Go to www.socialsecurity.gov, and click on the “Plan for Retirement” icon on the homepage. It will walk you through the process of finding out what your Social Security benefit will be. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has two books with all the answers. One is called “Social Security -- Simple and Smart: 10 Easy-to-Understand Fact Sheets That Will Answer All Your Questions About Social Security.” The other is “Social Security: 100 Myths and 100 Facts.” You can find the books at Amazon.com or other book outlets. (If ordering the “Simple and Smart” book from Amazon, click on “See all formats and editions” to make sure you are getting the 2024 edition.) Or you can send him an email at thomas.margenau@ comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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The Least Kids Need to Know About Credit BY MARY HUNT Money is an excellent tool to teach kids how the world operates. You can use financial principles to teach them about social issues, too. That’s because money is about values, relationships, choices and self-worth. One important lesson you need to teach your kids before they leave home is about how to build and maintain good credit. Let’s title this lesson: Your Credit Past Shapes Your Credit Future The medical record that your doctor keeps in his office is very important because it shows your medical history. It gives doctors clues about the kind of health you can expect in the future. Your school keeps records on you, too. Your test scores are in there, your attendance records as well as activities you have participated in. By the time you turn 18, you will most likely have something similar called a credit file. Credit bureaus will collect information about how you manage your money and if you are “creditworthy.” Credit bureaus keep records on where you live, where you work and your history of repaying loans. They collect the good things you do and also keep track if you make bad choices, which is called

“negative” information. Negative information in credit reports can affect a person’s ability to buy a house and get a good job. It determines how much you will pay for your car insurance. Bad credit can make it difficult to rent an apartment or get a job. Lots of employers check credit reports when deciding who is the best person to get the job. Many people believe that the way you manage your money and handle credit is an indicator for how you handle the rest of your life. Employers look for people who are on time and can be trusted. The way you handle your money says a lot about your character. The 3 “Cs” of Credit There are three things creditors look at to determine creditworthiness: character, capacity and collateral. Character is defined as your responsible handling of life -- past debt as well as your stability in keeping a job and paying the rent. The way to establish character is to stay in the same job and to keep the same address for at least a year; longer is better. That shows you are a stable person. Capacity is a borrower’s ability to repay based on income and current debt. Lenders want to see that your current

income is high enough to cover your current debts, with money left over. They want to know that you earn more than you owe. They want to see a positive “net worth,” which is the difference between the value of everything you own and the amount you owe. Collateral can be property or other valuables used as security to guarantee the repayment of a loan. Lenders want to be sure that you have something of value that could be sold in case you default on the loan. Ways to build a good credit history include: -- Opening and maintaining a checking or savings account and never bouncing a check. -- Obtaining a credit card (you only need one), and if you use it, making sure you pay the entire balance each month. -- Paying all your bills on time so that you do not create any negative information in your credit report. -- Check your credit report once each year at AnnualCreditReport.com to make sure there are no errors in it. Good credit habits begin early. Repaying loans and returning borrowed items in good condition establish lifelong patterns of responsibility. Never forget it’s a lot easier to build good credit than it is to get rid of bad cred-

it. That can take seven years -- and that’s a long time! Mary invites you to visit her at EverydayCheapskate.com, where this column is archived complete with links and resources for all recommended products and services. Mary invites questions and comments at https://www.everydaycheapskate.com/contact/, “Ask Mary.” This column will answer questions of general interest, but letters cannot be answered individually. Mary Hunt is the founder of EverydayCheapskate.com, a frugal living blog, and the author of the book “DebtProof Living.” COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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Are Cicadas Going To Be a Problem This Year? BY JEFF RUGG Q: We were planning on planting several new trees this spring, but we were told by some friends that this summer, cicadas are coming, and they could kill small trees. Do you think is it worth the effort to plant trees this year, or should we wait? A: I say plant away. Trees are not made in a factory when you want one. The tree you want to plant is already growing at the nursery right down the road. Someone will need to care for the tree this year. It would be better to plant the tree and start getting the benefits from it. Let’s go back to the cicadas for a minute. I have already seen the ridiculous headlines about how they are going to cause all kinds of problems for plants, people and pets. Here is the real story. Worldwide, there are around 3,000 species of cicadas. Wherever there are trees, there are cicadas. Most cicada species live from one to 10 years. In North America, many species of annual cicadas live one to three years. Every year, they come out of the ground in late summer. In North America, seven species in the genus Magicicada are among the longest-lived insects. They live 13 or 17 years. During the appropriate year, they emerge

from the ground in April along the Gulf Coast and as late as June in the northern states -- when the soil a foot deep reaches 64 degrees Fahrenheit for a few days. Some individuals of all cicadas may come out of the ground a year early and some come out a year late. There are three species of 17-year cicadas and four species of 13-year cicadas. In most years, some of the species have an emergence. In 1893, Charles Marlatt began keeping track of emergences, calling the first group Brood I (one) using Roman numerals. At one time, there were around 30 broods before it was realized that some broods were the same and over time some broods have gone extinct. There are now 12 broods of 17-year cicadas and three broods of 13-year cicadas. A brood can have more than one species hatch at the same time. To make it even more confusing, some of the 17-year cicadas have occasionally emerged in only 13 years. Some broods cover only a few U.S. counties, while others range over several states. Just because they are in your state doesn’t mean they are in your area. If your area didn’t have trees 13 or 17 years ago, you will have very few cicadas. If a tree grows in an area which gets these cicadas and it is older than 17 years, than

it has already survived at least one emergence. For the entire time they are underground, cicadas feed on tree roots by sucking sap, kind of like being a mosquito for a tree. They can be found several feet deep in the ground, but they don’t move very far from where they started. When they emerge, they molt their old skin and have wings and sexual parts that they didn’t have as larva. The new skin and wings may take a few days to harden. Then the chaos begins. The males have a structure called a tymbal that makes a lot of noise. They can be as loud as a vacuum cleaner. Thousands of them together can be really annoying. After mating, the female lays eggs in the tips of tree branches. A few inches of the branch tip may die. A lot of females laying eggs can cause a longer section of branch to die. On large trees, the damage just amounts to some pruning and is not a problem. Six weeks after the egg laying, tiny grains of rice-sized cicada larvae will slip out of the tree branch and fall to the ground to start their life underground. If you live in an area that suddenly has lots of cicadas, you will know it. Cover small trees with a netting that has small

holes, such as cheesecloth. You will only need to do this for a month and then the adult cicadas will all be gone. If there are a lot of them, they may need to be cleaned up as they will stink as they decay. Insecticides don’t work all that well to protect trees as the cicadas will just fly away and new ones will arrive. Insecticides on dead cicadas can harm other animals that eat the cicadas. Speaking of eating cicadas, many cicada larvae are edible and have been used as food. I am not saying they are safe to eat, but recipes are at http://www.tullabs. com/cicadaworld/cicadarecipes.pdf. You may want to stop your pets from eating them, as the cicada exoskeleton is very hard to digest. Just in case you get close enough to notice, almost all periodical cicadas have red eyes and almost all annual cicadas have black eyes. If you want to contribute to the citizen science about cicadas, check out this website: https://project.wnyc.org/cicadas/form.html Email questions to Jeff Rugg at info@ greenerview.com. COPYRIGHT 2024 JEFF RUGG DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS

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Orion’s Faithful Companions BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of Feb. 11-17, 2024 If your January sky has been as cloudy as mine, you might say your recent stargazing efforts have just gone to the dogs. And you’d be right! Hopefully your sky is clear this week, because you can go out to seek two canine constellations now appearing after dark. These represent the faithful hunting dogs of Orion, the hunter, who now stands prominently in the southern sky after dark. Orion is easily the brightest star grouping in the heavens. It’s marked by a large rectangle of bright stars that supposedly outline the hunter’s shoulders and knees and three equally bright stars across his middle that represent his belt. If you’re struggling to find a big, strapping hunter in the sky, you may find it easier recognizing this group of stars as an hourglass, a butterfly or perhaps a bowtie. In Greek mythology, however, Orion represents a hunter. His two hunting dogs, known as Canis Major and Canis Minor, can be found quite easily because each is marked by a single bright star. The bright star Sirius marks the constellation of Canis Major, the great hunting dog at Orion’s feet. Procyon (pronounced PRO-see-yahn) marks the smaller hunt-

ing dog following closely behind. Finding these two stars is easy, even with the waxing moon in the sky this week. Locating the fainter stars of their respective constellations, however, may be a bit of a challenge. But we can use Orion, the brightest star grouping in all the heavens, to track them down. To locate Sirius, follow an imaginary line downward from Orion’s belt, the three stars that cross the hunter’s midsection. This is the star Sirius, the most brilliant of all stars in the nighttime sky, and one of the nearest as well. Sirius lies only about 51 trillion miles, or 8.6 lightyears, from us. In other words, the light we see tonight from this star has been journeying in our direction since the summer of 2015. You can imagine sparkling Sirius as a diamond in the collar of the dog who appears to be standing on his hind legs while looking up at Orion. Finding its faint stars with moonlight this week could be nearly impossible. Canis Minor following close behind is another interesting group of stars. I use the word “group” loosely, since this constellation consists of a total of two stars here. Two! Perhaps it’s a dachshund, or maybe just a hot dog. Either way, Canis Minor has to be about the easiest constellation to identify! Its bright star Procyon forms a nearly equilateral triangle with Sirius and

Orion’s reddish-orange Betelgeuse. Along with Sirius, Procyon is one of the nearest stars to Earth. At a distance of about 11.5 light-years, the light we see tonight left that star on its journey toward us during the autumn of 2012. If you love dogs as much as I do, I hope you’ll take some time this week to

go outdoors and search for Orion’s two stellar companions. Of course, there is a third canine constellation in the heavens (Canes Venatici), but we won’t be able to see it until springtime. Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

I hope you get the chance to see these stars in a clear sky after what has been a rainy January in much of the country.

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A Grand Doggie Affair BY TRACY BECKERMAN “Bowie has a girlfriend,” I announced to my husband. “She’s a golden retriever and her name is Susie.” “That’s unlikely,” he said. “Did you forget that he’s neutered?” “He can still enjoy a girl dog’s company,” I replied. I looked over at Bowie sprawled out on the living room rug. He had just returned from his daily midday walk with several other dogs, including the cute new retriever. According to the dog walker, Bowie and Susie had become very close and walked next to each other each time they went out. It may not have been a mad, torrid affair, but it certainly seemed to be a small canine romance. I could see what he saw in her. She was cute and petite, well-mannered and could fetch a ball like nobody’s business. Susie was actually the dog walker’s new dog, and he and I were both pleased with the match. We wondered if we should announce their engagement and

start a registry for them so they could get his and hers matching dog food bowls and a nice, big dog bed built for two. I wondered if maybe we should send them on a doggiemoon, at a place that had a great pool with a swim-up bar that served MilkBone margaritas. Things between the two of them seemed to be going along doggone well. But then one day, I noticed something different. “Where’s Susie?” I asked my dog walker. “Oh, she’s home,” he said. “She got THE surgery.” I nodded. Then I looked at the group and noticed a new dog. “Who’s that new golden?” I asked my dog walker. “That’s Moxie!” he said brightly. “She and Bowie got along great.” “What’s this?” I thought. “My dog canoodling with another canine? While Susie was indisposed, nonetheless?” I narrowed my eyes at Bowie. Could it be that my dog was seeing another retriever

on the side? Was he... A doggie Don Juan? “Does Susie know about this?” I asked my dog walker. “About what?” “About Bowie and Moxie?” “No. Moxie is new to the group and Susie hasn’t met her yet.” That night, I had dinner with my husband while Bowie lay at our feet. I looked down at the sleeping dog and thought sleeping dogs don’t lie, but apparently ours does, and he was hiding his affair from his soon-to-be wife. This couldn’t end well. Hell hath no fury like a doggie scorned. “Honey,” I said. “Bowie was in a relationship with Susie, but now he’s two-dogging her and I don’t know what to do.” My husband stared at me. “You really do have too much time on your hands since the kids left, don’t you?” “No, I’m serious. Susie, Bowie’s fiance, was home sick, and Bowie started flirting with the new dog, Moxie. I think he’s hav-

ing a midlife canine crisis.” “Nothing wrong with looking,” said my husband, distractedly. My jaw dropped and I stared at him. “Are you telling me you look at other women?” “What? No. I was talking about Bowie!” “I don’t think you were,” I said. “Is there something you’re not telling me?” The dog heard me raising my voice and stood up... next to my husband. The two of them stared at me in fear. But then Bowie slunk away. He knew a losing side when he saw one. “Well,” I said. “What do you have to say?” My husband whispered, “I think I’m in the doghouse.” Tracy Beckerman is the author of the Amazon Bestseller, “Barking at the Moon: A Story of Life, Love, and Kibble,” available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online! You can visit her at www.tracybeckerman.com COPYRIGHT 2024 CREATORS.COM

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Barbara Bucovetsky Sells Homes! There Must Be A Reason... NOBODY SAYS IT BETTER THAN MY CLIENTS: “Dear Barbara — Thank you is really not enough! Thank you for your incredible support during this crazy time. Your expertise matched only by your ability to know what I needed and when were more appreciated than you can imagine! You are a very special person and I’m thankful that I can now call you my friend.” — Marcy T. “I have engaged Barbara to sell my properties on two occasions. Each time, I was involved in a stressful transition in my life. She was very sensitive to this and guided me in a calm and obliging manner. She was always available if I had any concerns and offered easy solutions. Barbara’s upbeat attitude made the whole process pleasant and easy.” — Sybil S. “Barbara guided us through every step of the way in the process of selling our house. She made it seem almost easy. She even recommended very competent movers who also packed for us. Thank you.” — Carol & Mel B. “When I ﬁrst met Barbara I knew she was the person to help sell our house. She was forthright and super knowledgeable about the housing market, assisting us in every step of the process which eased our stress. She calmed down in a challenging situation. We are grateful for Barbara’s expertise and commitment.” — Joan & Randy R.

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Barbara Bucovetsky Licensed Associate RE Broker barbara.bucovetsky@compass.com O: 516.517.4866 | M: 516.428.2016 Barbara Bucovetsky is a Licensed associate Real Estate Broker afﬁliated with Compass. Compass is a Licensed Real Estate Broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity Laws.