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Field upgrades unveiled at park rededication
Water district receives $19 million for treatment plant
The Plainview Water District (PWD) was recently awarded an additional $19.2 million in funding as part of New York State’s Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA). To date, these awards are the largest round of WIIA grant funding since the program was created in 2017 with a total of more than $638 million statewide and more than $250 million to Long Island alone. The Plainview Water
Town of Oyster Bay officials and local residents at the unveiling of improvements at Walker Park in Hicksville. Officials from the Town of Oyster Bay recently unveiled safety upgrades and other improvements at John Walker Park in Hicksville. The improvements included replacement of an existing 120,000 sq. ft. multi-purpose field that hosts local football, soccer and lacrosse games. The synthetic field was beyond its useful life and worn out from years of playtime. Additionally, the park was reconfigured to include a new 60-foot baseball diamond, allowing for expanded play opportunities for little
leaguers. “To protect the well-being of young athletes as they return to our fields, we made upgrades to John Walker Park with an emphasis on safety and cost-efficiency,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Whether you and your family enjoy bicycle, baseball, football, lacrosse or soccer, John Walker Park serves as a premier athletic destination in the Town of Oyster Bay.” Town officials were joined by the family of John Walker, including his widow -
Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker – their children and grandchildren. John Walker was a man beloved by the community, and dedicated to children and youth athletics. From coaching to involvement in CYO, PAL, the Baseball Association and many others organizations, John was the heartbeat of Hicksville athletics. “John Walker Park is enjoyed by so many young people and is a great recreational feature of this community,” said CouncilwomSee page 15
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District has now secured in excess of $28 million in grants from New York State over the past five years to help alleviate costs associated with constructing state-of-the-art water treatment facilities to remove emerging contaminants. “We are thankful to Governor Hochul and the state representatives that have made this funding available so we can continue our See page 15
School budgets pass, Board of Ed elections Hicksville
Voters in Hicksville passed the 2022-23 budget by a vote of 808 to 389. The $153,247,749 budget contains an increase of 5.18% For seats on the Board of Education, Annette Beiner beat with 750 votes, to Denis Becker's 300 votes. Linda Imbriale (incumbent) won with 720 versus Joseph Matz, who got 320 votes For the unexpired term vacated by Chris Amato , Danielle Fotopoulos won with 500, against Sandra Lamb 168, and Lisa Reinhardt 383. Voters also authorized a proposition funding $2.165 million for
improvements to facilities, and $60,000 for educational programs at the Gregory Museum.
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Residents of Bethpage approved the school budget of $94,755,332 by a vote of 1,218 to 278. The budget has a 4.88% increase. Marie Swierkowski was re-elected with 1,944 votes; John Lonardo was re-elected with 882 votes; Christina Scelta was elected with 1,244 votes. Jennifer Wodicka finished with 399 votes; Michelle Devine finished with 230 votes; Joseph Catanese finSee page 15
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Goslings rescued
Town to host blood collection drive
On Wednesday, May 18, officers from the Nassau County Police 2nd Precinct were called to Sagamore Drive in Plainview to rescue two baby goslings that had fallen down a storm drain. The officers were able to scoop the babies out and release them to their mother in a nearby pond.
Support Boys and Girls Club by purchasing reusable bag The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster BayEast Norwich has been selected as the recipient of the Community Bag Program for the month of May. The program features a convenient reusable shopping bag that when purchased from May 1 through May 31, at the Stop & Shop located at 275 Pine Hollow Road, Oyster Bay, the Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich will receive a $1 donation. The Stop & Shop Community Bag Program was launched in April 2019. The goal of the program is to facilitate community support and make a difference in the communities where shoppers live and work. The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster BayEast Norwich was selected as the beneficia-
ry of the program for the month of May by store leadership at the Stop & Shop. By purchasing a community bag, you empower the Club to remain true to its mission, to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens and ensure the Club’s vision of enhancing the lives of our community’s youth. For more information on the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, visit stopandshop.bags4mycause.com. To learn more about the Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich, visit www.bgcoben.org, find us on Facebook or follow us on TikTok and Instagram @BGCOBEN!
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Offcials from the Town of Oyster Bay joined with town residents to collect baby formula for families who are having trouble locating formula for their children.
The Town of Oyster Bay partnered with Town resident Carmela Shimansky to host a Baby Formula Collection Drive at Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa on Sunday, May 22. Dozens of residents donated unexpired, unused formula – which was then distributed to families who are experiencing difficulty in finding formula as the nationwide storage continues. “The nationwide baby formula shortage is causing a crisis for many families and leaving many to panic as store shelves are often empty,” said Supervisor Saladino. “We all know that once little ones move onto food, families are often left with extra formula in their pantries. We ask that you open your hearts and cupboards by donating unexpired, unused formula to his organization so that families facing shortages are able to provide for their newborns.” At the start of the pandemic, Massapequa resi-
dent Carmela Shimansky launched a Facebook page ‘One Parent to Another,’ to help mothers in need of baby formula and other childcare necessities. Working with neighbors and friends in the community, Carmela connected with local moms who had items they no longer needed and asked them to pay it forward by donating them to others. Carmela contacted Councilman Steve Labriola to coordinate efforts with the Town of Oyster Bay. “The goal here is really to help those families who can’t get to the stores, who can’t go from place to place trying to find what they need,” Ms. Shimansky said. “We hope to reach as many people as possible so that they can provide for their families.” For more information on this and other upcoming events helping local families, visit Carmela’s page on Facebook, One Parent to Another, or www.oysterbaytown.com.
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Following a growing trend in library service, the Hicksville Public Library has announced it will no longer collect fines for books or DVDs that are overdue. Jericho and Syosset libraries are maintaining their overdue-fine policy “until our Board of Directors changes the policy,” said one library staff member.. Elimination of fines for overdue items helps "increase service" to local residents who may be concerned that failing to return library items promptly would create financial problems for them, say librarians whose libraries have ditched the late-bookreturn fines.
The New York Public Library system formally eliminated fines for late material in 2021, following the practice of libraries in cities around the country, including Philaelphia, Chicago and Philadelphia Librarians say the policy encourages a wider segment of the population to use the library without fear of having to pay fines for unreturned material. Elimination of fines, they say, eliminates the need for extensive bookkeeping, paperwork and labor as well. The fine-free policy typically considers a book “lost” and required to be paid for if it is not returned within a month or a year, depending on the library's policy.
Registration for Town’s summer swim lessons Registration for the Town of Oyster Bay’s summer swim lessons will take place online beginning Tuesday, May 31, at 9:00 a.m. on the Town’s website at www. oysterbaytown.com/parks. Swim lessons are available at all Town pools (SyossetWoodbury Park, Plainview-Old Bethpage Park, Bethpage Community Park and Marjorie Post Park) for children ages 5 and older. “Because we live in a Town sandwiched between the Long Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, it is extremely important that children in the Town of Oyster Bay learn how to swim,” said Town Councilman Tom Hand. “Our swim lessons have been a hugely popular program for many years as children learn how to safely enjoy fun in the
pool under the guidance of our American Red Cross certified lifeguards.” There are four two-week sessions throughout the summer. Classes are run on weekdays at 11:15 am and 12:15 p.m. for 45 minutes each. The registration fee is $55 per child for the first two-week session with a season pass. If the same child signs up for additional two-week sessions, the fee will be $30 per subsequent two-week session. For those without a season pass the registration fee is $75 per child for the first two-week session and $50 per subsequent two-week session. Lessons are on a first-come, first-served basis and no walk-ins are allowed. For more information, please call (516) 797-4131 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com/pools.
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Memorial service honors Hicksville man arrested Nassau County PD’s fallen for business burglaries
Members of the Nassau County Minority Caucus recently attended a memorial service honoring sworn and civilian Nassau County Police Department members who have passed
away and the officers who lost their lives in the line of duty throughout the department’s history dating back to 1925. Photos courtesy Office of the Minority Caucus
Nassau County Police arrested a Hicksville man for allegedly burglarizing two local businesses. According to police, on March 28, Scott Gilmor of Hicksville forcibly entered a Circle K store at 125 Bloomingdale Road, Hicksville, and took currency from the cash register. According to police, an investigation identified Gilmor as the perpetrator of that burglary, as well as a burglary that took place on December 31, 2021, at a CardSmart Store at 324 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset. Gilmor was arrested on May 18 and charged with two counts of burglary.
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PAL holds fundraiser Legislators Arnold W. Drucker and Joshua Lafazan at the memorial.
Legislators Arnold W. Drucker, Siela A. Bynoe, Delia DeRiggi-Whitton and Debra Mulé with Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder (center) at ceremony honoring fallen Nassau County Police officers.
Hempstead Town Councilman Chris Carini presented Certificates of Recognition to Mike Nelson of Levittown, James Galasso of Oyster Bay, Everett Marcus of Baldwin and George Haile of Merrick during the PAL Fundraiser on May 5, at Old Bethpage Village Restoration. Councilman Carini, a former NYPD officer, was also joined by Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder and Nassau County Legislator Steve Rhoads.
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Summit Lane students collect pajamas for children in need Throughout April and May, students at Summit Lane Elementary School in the Levittown Public School District collected hundreds of new pajamas to be donated to children in need. The collection culminated in a celebratory Pajama Day on May 13. Summit Lane’s student government, which includes third, fourth and fifth graders, worked hard to promote the collection. The new pajamas, all in children’s sizes, were collected by John Theissen, founder of the John Theissen Children’s Foundation, who visited Summit Lane to thank students
for their efforts. The pajamas will be distributed to local hospitals. During the last week of the pajama collection, Summit Lane students were able to participate in a contest to design pajamas for Spike, the school mascot. On Pajama Day, to celebrate the end of the collection, students came to school dressed in pajamas. The winners of the contest, voted on by the student government, were surprised in their classrooms with a special visit from Spike. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools
Students had fun high-fiving and hanging out with Spike.
Summit Lane Elementary School students, from left, fifth grader Angela Dong, second grader Thashwin Piratheepan, third grader Lily Zimberlin, first grader Zoey Mercado, fourth grader Lily Chanta and kindergartner Dalia Tanzi, got a surprise from Spike, the school’s mascot, on Pajama Day.
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11:00 a.m: Free Virtual Guided Meditation for Self-Healing with Patricia Anderson - Join Pat for this weekly meditation to bring harmony and balance into your life. 2:00 p.m.: Hybrid - News Currents with Elinor Haber - Join Elinor to participate in an informal exchange about the topics of the day — the international, national and local scene. We’ll focus on trends that affect us now and in the future. Bring your thoughts, issues and a friend to join in the discussion.
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BHS seniors earn statewide science scholarships
Bethpage High School seniors Ava Zingone, second from left, and Taebin Son, second from right, were recently selected as winners in the New York State Science Honor Society Scholarship Program. They were joined by high school Science Honor Society student adviser Michelle Maio and district Science Director Chris Pollatos. Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Bethpage High School seniors Ava Zingone and Taebin Son were recently selected as winners in the New York State Science Honor Society Scholarship Program. Third place was awarded to Zingone, who earned $250, and honorable mention was awarded to Son, who earned $100. The purpose of the state’s science scholarship program is to encourage an interest and understanding of science and science-related careers, in addition to recognizing the academic achievement in science of high school students. Members of
the science honor society are commended for their enthusiasm about research, participate in science-related activities, have demonstrated achievement in science learning, are service-minded and present excellent personal character. Bethpage’s National Science Honor Society was launched at the start of the school year. Honor Society student adviser Michelle Maio and Science Director Chris Pollatos were thanked by the district for their contributions to the program.
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Gabrielle Sorgie Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School senior Gabrielle Sorgie has been awarded the prestigious Marriott Scholarship through DECA Inc. This $2,000 scholarship is given to only five seniors among the myriad of applicants from
across the country. DECA is a long-running, nonprofit organization that provides career readiness resources in the fields of marketing, finance, hospitality and management for students across the globe. The Marriott Scholarship is awarded to DECA seniors who have exhibited an extraordinary amount of leadership, both in and out of the classroom, and who have a penchant for giving back to their community. In addition, students who receive the scholarship have expressed interest in pursuing a career in business, especially in the hospitality and tourism industry. Gabrielle will be honored at the International DECA Competition in Atlanta, Georgia, during a ceremony at the Grand Awards session. DECA’s scholarship program provides over $200,000 in scholarships to high school and college DECA members at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) each year. Many corporate partners of DECA provide scholarships through the DECA scholarship program. DECA Inc. administers the program based on guidelines set by the donor. DECA scholarships are strictly merit-based.
Town swim team to return after pandemic hiatus The Town of Oyster Bay has announced the return of the two Town Swim Teams for the first summer since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Youngsters of the Town of Oyster Bay aged 6 to 16 are eligible to join one of the two Town of Oyster Bay Swim Teams located at SyossetWoodbury Community Park and Marjorie R. Post Community Park. “I’m delighted to welcome back the Town of Oyster Bay’s beloved Swim Team to the pools this summer,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “This exciting activity offers young athletes a wonderful opportunity to improve swimming skills, learn good sportsmanship and practice teamwork through healthy exercise and competition.” Additionally, starting this year registration for the Summer Swim Team will take place entirely online. Registration will become available to residents on Tuesday, May 31, at 9:00 a.m. on the Town’s website at www.
oysterbaytown.com/parks. Councilman Steve Labriola added, “By joining the Town’s Swim Team, our young swimmers can look forward to spending their summer with other children who love the sport, and competing against other teams in the Nassau Municipal Swim Conference.” The program costs $55 per swimmer with a pool season pass ($30 for each additional swimmer in the same family) and $75 per swimmer without a pool season pass ($50 for each additional swimmer in the same family). Practices will be held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. beginning Wednesday June 29. Swim meets will take place Saturday mornings (meet schedules will be distributed the first week of practice). For more information, please call (516) 797-4131 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/pools.
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Brother and sister duo start foundation in honor of mother
Aidan Taylor BY GARY SIMEONE Aidan and Zoey Taylor are two creative youths from Old Bethpage who started a foundation to cope with the loss of their late mother, who passed away in 2019. The foundation is called Heidi’s Helping Hands, and it helps provide arts & crafts materials to people who are in the hospital to stave off feelings of loneliness and isolation. Aidan, a freshman at PlainviewOld Bethpage JFK High School, said that since starting the foundation in late 2019, arts & crafts materials have been donated to over a hundred patients in both in the Northwell Plainview Hospital system. “My sister and I came with the idea when our mom was in the hospital, and proposed it to our dad and aunt, and they told us it was an excellent idea,” said Aidan. “Our goal was to make people feel better who are battling feelings of loneliness isolation and depression during their stays in the ICU units of the hospitals. It is also meant for the family members and loved ones of those who are in the hospital.” Dr. Steven Taylor, Aidan and Zoey’s father, said that while his children were by their mother’s side in the hospital, social workers had provided them with craftwork and lockets to help them occupy their time. “The social workers let them create lockets as a memento to their mother and that’s kind of the inception of this whole foundation,” said Dr Taylor. “The idea really took hold
Zoey Taylor during the early stages of Covid in 2020, when there was a lot of anxiety and isolation for patients in the hospital.” He said that his children have been actively raising the funds to stock the hospitals with arts & crafts materials over the last few years. “The hospital staff including doctors and nurses have been very grateful and have been regularly utilizing the supplies for patients and their families.” He gave the example of a patient who had been in the hospital for detox, and one of the nurses caught them doodling on an old piece of paper. “The nurse went to the supply closet and was able to give the patient pens, pencils, tracing paper and beads to work with. I think having these materials on hand really helps to brighten peoples spirits and lets them take their mind off things,” said Taylor. Taylor added that his wife had been into crafting herself and believes that is where Aidan and Zoey got their creative talents. “My sister, who’s in eighth grade, is more into the crafting side, while I do more of the logistics and organizational aspects,” said Aidan. “I use my limited connections to help and try to put the fundraising efforts together.” The Taylors said their goal is to expand the foundation into Syosset Hospital and eventually into other hospitals in the tru-state area. To find out more about Heidi’s Helping Hands, you can visit support. northwell.edu/HeidisHelpingHands
Levittown’s Terrific Kids
Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray congratulated “Terrific Kids” Markus Bazelais, Aria Castelli, Manav Dubey, Noah Hoffman, Jordan Li, Paige Muterspaw, Keira Quigley, Maia Roeder and Sophia Viola on May 4, at Wisdom Lane Middle School. Also attending was Assistant Superintendent Todd Winch, Principal John Avena, Assistant Principal Craig Arvelo-Shaw, Jim and Pat Carney and Kiwanis President Michael Pappas.
Lee Road students depict suburbia
Fourth graders from Lee Road Elementary School in the Levittown School District presented their art and literary project at the April 26 Board of Education meeting. Students created houses inspired by the work of Romare Beardon, one of the premier artists from New York’s Harlem Renaissance. They look at his 1971 collage, “The Block,” which depicts an urban neighborhood. Fourth graders made their 3D houses and used imagery popular to their familiar suburban environment. Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District
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Northside School gets visitors on Career Day
Members of the Levittown Fire Department brought their truck to Northside for Career Day.
News12 meteorologist Rich Hoffman spoke to Northside School students about his job predicting the weather during Career Day.
Students at Northside School in the Levittown Public School District had the opportunity to experience the daily lives of professionals across numerous careers for Career Day on May 13. Outside of Northside School stood
of equipment used by the Levittown Fire Department and the WantaghLevittown Volunteer Ambulance Corps and ride on the back of a garbage truck, just like Town of Hempstead sanitation workers. Other guests had students make
ambulances, police cars, a firetruck and much more. Students spoke with various professionals about their career and their daily responsibilities. Students got to sit in the front seat of a Nassau County Police Department vehicle, see the plethora
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balloon art and Rich Hoffman, meteorologist for News12, showed students how he’s able to predict the weather. Northside students left Career Day inspired to pursue similar careers. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools
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Dispatch from Living the Nomadic Life, a Global Odyssey: Korea to Vietnam BY ERIC LEIBERMAN AND SARAH FALTER TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM Eric and Sarah are on a 6-month around-the-world sabbatical, joining a huge movement of young people who are choosing to live the nomadic life (at least for a time) and travel or work remotely in places, becoming immersed in local life and culture. They are filing these dispatches periodically. They previously reported about their month in Mexico. Here’s their report from South Korea and Vietnam: “This is the way so many of the great meals of my life have been enjoyed. Sitting in the street, eating something out of a bowl that I’m not exactly sure what it is. And scooters going by. So delicious. I feel like an animal. Where have you been all my life?” -Anthony Bourdain eating in Vietnam (and we couldn’t agree more). We write this second installment of our sabbatical world-travel dispatch from Phu Quoc, Vietnam (an island in the Gulf of Thailand very close to the Cambodian border). We were very stoked to make it into Asia just a couple of weeks after border re-openings, and it’s been fascinating (and at times eerie) to be some of the first tourists here. We spent our first week traveling Asia in Seoul after Eric was denied entry into Vietnam because he accidentally mistyped the entry month on his e-visa. In South Korea we saw 100% mask compliance inside and outside everywhere we went (though those smoking cigarettes on
Photo: Our jungle trek takes us into the Hang Tien cave system in the Phong Nha region of Vietnam © Eric Leiberman the street get a nonsensical pass, hehe), and never in our lives have we seen every single person in sight staring at their smartphone! It can look dystopian at times. Sarah happily embraced the quiet, introverted culture. Eric had to fight the impulse to chat up uninterested locals. But, we came together in our love for chilly mornings spent at the market scarfing down some impressive form of dumpling/kimchi soup while seated on heated benches, saving room for lots of lunch/dinner Korean bbq (and in Seoul you don’t lift a finger when prepping your bbq–it’s all done for you by extremely impressive waiters who manage 8+ grills
at once). We also checked out a local baseball game where cheering is technically banned because of Covid (cheer in your heart), though when a team scores, their fans impulsively scream anyway. To our delight, the stadium allows BYO beer/soju and fried chicken, all conveniently sold right outside. Our second attempt at clearing customs in Hanoi went off without a hitch (thanks to Sarah triple checking all of Eric’s documents), and being able to finally taste the forbidden fruit made it all the more sweet! We immediately felt invigorated by the delicious smells coming from every direction, and having to be
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on our toes when crossing the street (the rushing river of cars/scooters never stop, they just, without fail, go around you). We loved figuring out that what seems like complete and utter chaos really has a very predictable and harmonious rhythm to it. In the food department, we quickly realized that the best meals come from street stalls with tiny plastic chairs and just one thing on the menu. The insane combination of unlimited chewy rice noodles, tangy broth, chilis, crunchy peanuts, and mountains of herbs make every dish a choose-your-own adventure of deliciousness. We could’ve been convinced that some of the street food we were eating for $1-2 came off a Michelin tasting menu - the Bun Cha and Banh Cuon were especially incredible. We also learned that the French colonial rule in Vietnam is what sparked the popularity of bread here, consumed daily by millions in Banh Mi, and re-invented with rice flour here. We’ve enjoyed the food scene endlessly, but there is also a hint of sadness in this reopening world. Many stalls/restaurants we research and can’t wait to try have no reviews the last two years, and, we come to find, have just disappeared. Continuing on in Hanoi (our favorite city in Vietnam) we were captivated by the Hoa Lo Prison, where French colonists imprisoned and killed Vietnamese political activists in the late 1800s through the mid 1900s, and this same location is where American POWs were incarcerated during the Vietnam War. Continued on next page
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Dispatch from Living the Nomadic Life, a Global Odyssey: Korea to Vietnam Continued from previous page Learning about the many generations of occupation that the Vietnamese have endured brought us deeper meaning and reflection as we thought about the US’s recent departure from Afghanistan and Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine. And we also really enjoyed the Vietnamese Women’s Museum, where we learned how valued women are in the work and family unit in northern Vietnam, and that Vietnamese women even propose marriage <3 With the constant beat of vehicle horns in the air in Hanoi, Eric was beginning to itch to get on a motorbike (no shock there). So, we hopped on an overnight bus north to Sa Pa and hired a motorbike guide named Kin- a pure soul, the same age as Sarah and a father of three. Kind Kin said yes to all of Eric’s crazy ideas and before we knew it we were motorbiking from Sa Pa to Ha Giang along the Chinese border (a total of about 500 km over 3 days) stopping at small homestays on our scenic way. Eric did all of the driving while Sarah dutifully snapped pictures and videos from the bumpy backseat. The
scenery was absolutely stunning-terraced rice paddies (which we learned are made that way for irrigation) every shade of green, heaps of green tea drying in the sun, and farmers markets where locals insist we sit down for “Happy Water”--Vietnamese moonshine–which Sarah does happily and Eric does also happily but with more responsibility because he is our forever DD. Lots of fog rolled in in the north, which made us appreciate the views when it did clear, even more. We moved south to central Vietnam so that Sarah could realize her bootcamp potential, signing up for a multiday jungle trekking & caving tour. The caves in Phong Nha, Vietnam, are otherworldly. In fact, the world’s largest cave is here (Hang Son Doong–first discovered by a farmer by accident just three decades ago, and so big it has its own rainforest!). We found availability on a tour of the Hang Tien cave system with the tour company Oxalis (highly recommend), so we strapped on our provided army boots, and spent the next three days walking straight through rivers and caves (fully clothed in long layers to protect against plants and insects), and then scaling rocks up and
down in order to capture some incredible Vietnamese nature. Our group of 10 (5 domestic and 5 foreign travelers) bonded Birthright style during the tentside hangouts, and we were fed constantly (and deliciously) which kept us smiling :) despite the unrelenting heat and humidity. After a desperate shower and laundry session we made our way to Hue, also in central Vietnam. Eric wasted no time seeking out a tailor for his absolute favorite–custom clothes. His request was so specific, that our amazing tailor Bo (we really have met people unbelievably patient with Eric here) offered to take us to the fabric market to pick one out that she didn’t carry at her shop. One scooter ride together and a couple of hours later she nailed it! Sarah also got her first custom clothing with Bo and agrees, it is really fun. Another highlight of Hue-the salt coffee. Each region of Vietnam highlights a unique version of their rich coffee, but our favorite variation is this one–salted cream that perfectly compliments the strong black coffee blend creating an almost caramel taste. We now find ourselves on the beach
in Phu Quoc, southern Vietnam. Sarah is wrapping up book number three and Eric is taking the hotel’s paddleboard about 100 times further than the buoy’s limits. The hotel seems to be approximately 10% full. We continue to thrive on almost strictly street food–we went to a nightmarket the other night with a German couple from our cave tour and to Eric’s delight, found Banh Mi with steak and runny white cheese a la the Philly Cheesesteak, and sea urchin with herbs and peanuts. No food is left untried. And while Eric has been brave enough to weigh himself this week (somehow lost weight!?), Sarah continues on in ignorant bliss. _________________________________ © 2022 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear. com, www.huffingtonpost.com/author/ karen-rubin, and travelwritersmagazine.com/TravelFeaturesSyndicate/. Blogging at goingplacesnearandfar. wordpress.com and moralcompasstravel.info. Send comments or questions to FamTravLtr@aol.com. Tweet @ TravelFeatures. ‘Like’ us at facebook. com/NewsPhotoFeatures
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How to Get More Miles Out of a Tank of Gas BY MARY HUNT I can sum up my response to the soaring price of gasoline in just one word: aargh! While waiting for prices to come down (Do you think they will?), don’t sit around complaining all the while paying through the nose to drive your car. There are lots of things you can do to increase the number of miles you can squeeze out of each gallon of gas, effectively reducing its cost. Here are a few ways to get better gas mileage:
EMPTY THE TRUNK
Call it science. The heavier the car, the harder the engine must work to move it around. The harder the engine works, the more fuel it burns. So, unload all that other stuff you’ve been carrying around in the trunk for no good reason. (Please, leave the spare tire and emergency equipment.) It’s a trunk, not a mini storage unit. Unload and you could easily increase your gas mileage by as much as 10%.
CHECK TIRE INFLATION
Get into the habit of checking tire pressure every time you fill up, but when the tires are cold. The recommended PSI (pounds of pressure per square inch) is printed or stamped on a metal tag affixed
to the edge of the front driver’s side door jamb, or on an older car, inside the glove box. Underinflated tires cause the engine to work harder than necessary; overinflation causes tires to wear prematurely. (Hint: Do not consult and/or rely on the PSI information on the tire itself. That is the maximum pressure that the tire can handle before bursting! It should never be used.)
CLEAN THE AIR FILTER
One of the main causes of low gas mileage is a dirty air filter. If yours cannot be cleaned, replace it and repeat often. Check with a knowledgeable professional at an auto parts store or your mechanic about how often to clean or replace the air filter on your particular model. This is a task you can probably do yourself.
LIGHTEN THE LEAD FOOT
Drive as if there is a raw egg positioned right under the gas pedal. Your mission is to accelerate so gently that you do not break the egg. Sudden acceleration and lead foot syndrome is the biggest of all fuel thieves.
BUNDLE YOUR ERRANDS
Instead of making many small trips every day of the week, plan ahead. Run all of your errands at the same time in one longer trip rather than making many
small trips all week long. Once your car is warmed up, it operates more efficiently, which means with better gas mileage.
REPAIR, MAINTAIN
Transmission torque converter clutch failure results in poor gasoline mileage, as does transmission slipping, a stuck choke plate and leaking injectors. Wow, that really sounds like I know what I’m talking about, doesn’t it? I’m no auto mechanic, but I’ve learned from so many of my readers who are that it pays to find a good mechanic you can trust. I’ve also learned my share of expensive lessons over the years that practicing preventive maintenance means cash in your pocket. First, you don’t have to pay for those expensive repairs, but as a bonus, you’ll get much better gas mileage when everything’s working well. Change the oil religiously every three months, 3,000 miles or as recommended in the owners’ manual. Learn how to do this task yourself to save even more. Increasing your gas mileage by only 10% is the equivalent of getting one free fill-up every tenth visit to the filling station. Not bad! The secret is to redirect that savings to some other use before it gets absorbed into your regular spending.
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 2022 CREATORS.COM
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Sweet Treats on Vacation Days BY CLAIRE LYNCH My friend, Amy, was looking for some good candy as a gift for her brother, Marty and because she wanted some for herself. After stopping at stores near her home and finding the same old types of candy - “There’s nothing new,” she said - Amy decided to go a real candy store. Stepping inside, Amy noticed that the candy was temptingly lined up in attractive bins. The colors were bright and bold and the different types of candy were not what she’d seen everywhere else. Taking a deep breath and twirling around, Amy actually clapped her hands with glee. I wouldn’t have believed it if I hadn’t seen it myself. Pushing her sunglasses on top of her head, Amy wanted to take in all of the sights and colors around her. She was in Candy Land and I mean the real Candy Land not the kids’ board game. She knew this place was sure to satisfy any person’s sweet tooth. Amy freely admits she has a sweet tooth and she stated, “Marty does, too.” That’s why she was getting him candy rather than a polo shirt or necktie. Amy jogs often and stays as thin as can be so I figure she can indulge in candy and hang around candy stores as much as she likes. This Amy is a very particular type person. When we go searching for that perfect dress for a relative’s wedding or for the perfect shoes to match that dress, or for the perfect handbag, I know it’s probably going to be a long day. Amy considers shopping VSB - “very serious business” - and I guess her fussiness pays off because when it comes down to it, she always does look great. Over the years I’ve learned a thing or two about being a very serious shopper. Being sharp and diligent pays off. Anyway, Amy came across this candy
store on Main Street in Anytown USA - I won’t give its actual name to save them from being bombarded by other candy lovers - and the place made her day. Walking through the aisles, Amy was drawn to a candy she hadn’t had in years - salt water taffy. In fact she told me that the last time she’d enjoyed eating some salt water taffy was years ago when she and her family had vacationed on the Jersey shore. At this store she noticed she could choose whatever flavors she wanted. Chocolate caramel mocha taffy, chocolate malt taffy, cotton candy taffy, strawberry taffy and orange taffy all caught her eye but after taste testing a few of them chocolate chip taffy turned out to be her favorite. It had tiny bits of chocolate chips in the taffy and that added to the candy’s charm. Personally, I would have chosen the raspberry taffy but I’m watching my waistline so it’s probably best that I refrained. Before leaving the candy store Amy got some licorice for her brother, Marty, and knowing that she could tie a pretty festive ribbon around it later, she was pleased with the gift she’d gotten him. He would be happy with it. After choosing an assortment of loose salt water taffies, Amy tossed them into a bag. Checking out with the cashier, the young man weighed her bags aka her “precious cargo” and as they chatted a bit, he said it’s funny but taffy and licorice are the two most popular candy these days. Smiling, Amy took her purchase and off we went. The whole ride home Amy kept saying, “mission accomplished” and I wasn’t sure if she was more pleased with Marty’s gift or her own salt water taffy. Either way, she was happy with our trip to the candy store. Spending time in a good old-fashioned candy store reminded me of being on family vacations as a kid, walking through souvenir shops in Asbury
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Park, NJ, Spring Lake and Atlantic City and coming across salt water taffy when I least expected it. Usually it’s boxed and it’s a sweet treat on a summer’s day. Visitors to the Jersey shore were sure to be attracted to buying a sweet treat. Walking along the boardwalk and sharing a box or bag of salt water taffy was fun. My relatives and I would pass around a bag of the taffy, the bag would come back to me and looking inside, I’d find it empty. Shrugging my shoulders, I’d laugh because we planned on bringing it home as a souvenir of our outing but of course that taffy didn’t last. Occasionally I would find some salt water taffy when going with my family to the movies and I’d be delighted. Even though my mom would try to talk me into getting some popcorn I would always hold out for the taffy. I remember this: each taffy piece was twisted in a wax wrapper with the trademark lettering of whoever the manufacturer happened to be and I
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spent countless hours unfurling those wrappers and slowly chewing each piece of taffy. Amy prefers to let the taffy melt in her mouth and we have a good laugh over that because we’re sure it made her dentist is happy. The truth is Amy and I were even more fascinated with salt water taffy when we found out how it’s made - in great, big vats in factories. It’s mixed to the right texture, pulled into strips by large machines and after the taffy cools, it’s cut into pieces. All this salt water taffy talk was interesting and I like having some taffy. It tastes good, probably because it’s not a daily treat. Taffy tastes good, sure, but you can’t beat chocolate truffles for a sweet treat - or boxed as a holiday gift. Now those candies are rich, decadent and can be savored for several minutes. Amy agreed that chocolate truffles are great but she still held out for the good old-fashioned salt water taffy she remembered as a child.
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There’s a Reason for All the Rules BY TOM MARGENAU Sometimes readers take me to task for not explaining a particular facet of the law when I write a column about some Social Security topic or another. I usually respond by pointing out that if I tried to cover every “if, and or but” associated with whatever Social Security topic I am trying to explain, my column would fill up half the newspaper or website in which it appears. And I recently came across a good example of this. A reader asked me when benefits to his daughter would end. He is getting retirement benefits and has one minor daughter left at home collecting dependent benefits on his record. I responded by saying this: “Student benefits end when the child reaches age 18 but can continue until 19 if the child is still in high school.” But then out of curiosity, I checked the Social Security Administration rule book about this issue. And that rule book went on for about 10 pages answering the same question I answered in that one sentence! It started out by going over the general policy (essentially my one-sentence answer), but then it went on and on and on to cover all the possible exceptions that could occur. Here is just a brief summary. (In the sections below, “FTA” means full-time attendance.) No. 1: Student graduates and benefits terminate before age 19. James attained age 18 in March and graduated from a secondary level program in May. He has no plans to continue attendance in a secondary level program, so his benefits terminate in June. No. 2: Student graduates before age 19 and continues in FTA in a secondary level course. Her student benefits terminate before age 19. Emily attains age 18 in April and graduates from a secondary school in June. She is on vacation in July and August and plans to continue FTA at a secondary school September through December. Her benefits terminate in January because she is no longer in FTA. No. 3: Student graduates before age 19 and continues in FTA in a secondary level course. Her student benefits terminate at age 19. Emily attains age 18 in April and graduates from a secondary school in June. She continues in FTA in a secondary level course in September, planning to attend through June. She receives benefits based on her FTA in a secondary level program through March. Her benefits terminate in April, the month she attains age 19, because she already graduated from secondary school. No. 4: Student attains age 19 in a month of nonattendance. Tony completes his junior year of high school in May, is on vacation
in June and July, attains age 19 in July, and plans to return to secondary school in August. His benefits continue through June but terminate in July because he attains age 19 in a month of nonattendance. No. 5: Student attains age 19 in a month of FTA and the school operates on a yearly basis; student benefits terminate the first day of the third month after the age 19 attainment month (payment to age 19 and 2 months). Janice attains age 19 in February. Her school year runs September through June, and her school operates on a yearly basis. Janice receives payments through April, and her benefits terminate in May, the third month after the month in which she attains age 19. No. 6: Student attains age 19 in a month of FTA; the school operates on a yearly basis; student’s benefits terminate the first day of the month after the month the student completes the school year in which he or she is enrolled. Janice attains age 19 in April and attends high school through May. She is on vacation in June and July and plans to return for her senior year in August. She receives benefits through May, the month she completes the school year in which she is enrolled in the age 19 attainment month, and her benefits terminate in June. No. 7: Student attains age 19 in a month of FTA; the school operates on a semester or quarterly basis and requires re-enrollment; and the first day of the third month after age 19 attainment and the end of course coincide. Jacob attains age 19 on Sept. 3. Per the SSA-1372, his school operates on a semester basis and requires re-enrollment every semester. The semester begins Sept. 18 and ends Nov. 30. Jacob receives benefits through November (age 19 and 2 months), and his benefits terminate in December. No. 8: Student attains age 19 in a month of FTA; the school operates on a semester or quarterly basis and requires re-enrollment; the student’s benefits terminate the first day of the month after the month in which he or she completes the course in which he or she is enrolled in the age 19 attainment month (payment past age 19 and 2 months). Jacob attains age 19 in September. The school official certified on the SSA1372-BK that the school operates on a semester basis and requires re-enrollment each semester. The semester begins in September and ends in December. Jacob receives benefits through December, the end of the semester, and his benefits terminate in January because the semester in which he attains age 19 ends in December and his school operates on a semester basis and requires re-enrollment. I’m already out of space. And this section of the rule book went on for
many more pages giving even more examples of when student benefits should terminate. People often complain that Social Security laws are so complex. I put all of this in today’s column just to show you why they have to be so. There has to be some rule to cover every possible scenario that can occur for every potential Social Security situation.
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Taking a look at the market in Spain BY PHILIP A. RAICES Being in Madrid, Spain, for the first time over the last few days has been an eye-opener to say the least. I am here on business and will be going to Seville to meet with my Global Committee. We have an MOU (memorandum of understanding) to facilitate and grow our long-term relationships with the Realtors, so we may successfully perform & complete current and future real estate transactions here with our American investors and purchasers and other countries’ clients and with the Spanish investors back in the States. I became one of the 3,720 C.I.P.S. (Certified International Property Specialist) Designees many years ago out of 7.2 million agents around the globe. This has had a major impact on connections and networking, leading to many successful transactions here and with those in other countries. Volunteering on our global as well as other local and National Association of Realtors Committees has enabled us to learn so much more about many other cultures. We can absorb and apply the local customs to be more knowledgeable when meeting current and future clientele from around the globe. We also have a multitude of MOUs with other European, Asian and South American countries, too. Being involved at the local, national and international level puts us in a prominent position with our network and clientele that is second to none in the real estate industry. I have never experienced such vast and varied, inspiring classic architecture from 250 to more than 800 years old. The crucial reason is that the structures throughout the years have been
attended to and continue to be in quite amazing and pristine condition. The government and private sector money is always being proactive and on top of all used to make necessary repairs and upgrades to keep all their buildings in tiptop condition. Nothing gets left behind and the palaces and other structures are in such perfect condition that you wouldn’t know they are as old as they are. But they are in absolutely spectacular showroom appearance and condition. The United States is in its infancy in terms of our construction and has many, many years to go and I doubt that our buildings will be comparable. And will they last for hundreds of years into the future? Our architecture is so vastly different and is not generally considered classic from the Renaissance or Baroque periods, although some of the details could be construed from early 18th and 19th century European descent. In Europe, however, they used more permanent materials and vinyl or aluminum siding is truly looked down upon as inferior material. The way things were constructed and methods used back then were and even now are always with the idea of permanence and to last forever. Unfortunately, much of our residential and commercial construction that has been built in the past had obsolescence built into the construction (like all our appliances and other goods today which maybe last eight-12 years) to be replaced every
50-100 years. In the past it has always been about the money and the economy, not what’s best for the cities, towns or local villages to preserve and be eco-friendly. However, it appears that more and more the ideas of sustainability and more permanent structures that use less energy with solar and energy cells, recycling rainwater to irrigate plantings and that use materials that are more friendly to the environment with less polluting components are now taking hold and are becoming a requirement and standard procedure in many localities throughout the United States. Having a L.E.E.D. (Leadership in Engineering and Environmental Design) certified rated building of Silver, Gold or Platinum is now a standard building code in many areas of the U.S. and will be part of all codes in the future. My son, Matt, has an engineering degree and earned his L.E.E.D. Certified designation many years ago when it wasn’t exactly in fashion, but he saw the future and it is extremely important in today’s construction. Europe in many ways has been practicing these methods for years and it is evident in how they retrofit and upgrade their buildings. Properties in the capital city of Madrid can be considerably less or even more than prices in New York City but can vary depending on the locality of the units. Prices can range from $500,000 Euros into the millions of Euros for a four-bedroom/two-bath flat w/a terrace w/an elevator in good
condition. Down payments are usually a minimum of 30% or 70% loan to value (normally in the U.S. it’s 20%). Rents can be 5,000 Euros per month, which is somewhat comparable to the United States. It all depends on the location. Mortgage rates as of the third quarter of 2021 were 2-2.5% for a maximum of 20 years and with the borrower age limit at 70 years. Everything is based on Euro denominations and the Euro at this time is one dollar equals 0.945626 Euro. Madrid, Spain can be an excellent place to retire as an expatriate, but do some thorough research before pulling the trigger and come and visit for a week or two.
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Mediterranean Diet Pattern for Health BY CHARLYN FARGO If you’re looking for a healthy way to eat, look no further than the Mediterranean Diet. It’s healthy, environmentally friendly, flexible and perhaps the most healthful way to eat. May just happens to be International Mediterranean Diet Month, a great time to investigate the health benefits of the Mediterranean way of eating. It’s the traditional dietary pattern of Greece, Italy and other countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. The pattern focuses on whole grains, vegetables, legumes, fruits, nuts, seeds, herbs and spices with olive oil as the main source of fat. Fish, seafood, dairy and poultry are included in moderation; red meat is eaten once a week.
Following the diet plan has shown in studies a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dementia, several types of cancers, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. The Mediterranean Diet represents the gold standard in preventive medicine, according to the journal Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care’s Nov. 2016 issue. Since then, it’s been one of the most studied eating patterns. The journal credits the diet’s harmonic combination of many elements with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which overwhelm any single nutrient or food item. The study, called Predimed, was the first randomized trial showing that an intervention based on changes in dietary pattern can reduce the risk of breast cancer and improve cognition.
Here’s how to get started: No. 1: Choose a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, beans, grains, nuts and seeds daily. No. 2: Add small servings of olive oil, eggs, cheese and yogurt. No. 3: Add fish and seafood, poultry and occasionally, red meat. No. 4: Focus on fresh, unprocessed ingredients. No. 5: Be physically active and enjoy meals with others. No. 6: If you drink wine, have it with meals. No. 7: Drink plenty of water. Q: Should I take an antioxidant vitamin? A: The antioxidant vitamins include vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E and beta carotene, a precursor to vitamin A. How-
ever, studies have found just taking vitamin E, vitamin D or beta carotene supplements did not result in any measurable benefit, and in some cases, high doses of antioxidant vitamins were associated with adverse effects. What is effective is eating more fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes and whole grains in place of sugary, salty and refined carbohydrate foods and processed meats. Foods that are naturally high in vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals also tend to be rich in fiber and unsaturated fats while being low in saturated fat. Focus on an overall healthy dietary pattern rather than individual nutrients. Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian with SIU Med School in Springfield, Illinois. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS
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Seeing the ‘Unseeable BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of May 22-28, 2022 On a recent visit to my orthopedic surgeon’s office, I was struck by her remarkable ability to point out even the smallest anomalies on my knee X-rays and MRIs. “How in the world did she ever spot those?” I remember thinking. The answer, of course, is that she has an expert knowledge of the subject and undoubtedly has developed a few useful tricks of the trade along the way. The same is true for astronomers. People are often amazed by our ability to find things among a seemingly random maze of stars. Of course, astronomers have an expert knowledge of the sky as well as years of practice, but that’s not the whole secret. To excel at stargazing, we must first understand how human vision works so we can maximize the power of our eyesight. One of our “secrets” is to use a process we’ve all experienced: dark adaptation. Enter a movie theater on a sunny day and you know how tough it can be to find your way to a seat. After spending time in the darkened theater, however, seeing around the room is no challenge. That’s because, in darkness, our pupils dilate to allow in more light. This process takes time -- often more
than 20 minutes -- but it does eventually happen. Step back onto the sunny street again, however, and the sudden shift from dark to light can be stunning. Yet within only seconds you’re seeing normally again. Astronomers always allow plenty of time for this process to occur before we begin our observations. Once dark adaptation is completed, we protect our night vision by using only red light to find our way around or to use star maps or logbooks. Another one of astronomers’ tricks is a technique called averted vision. The sensors at the center of the retina are known as “cones”; they see colors quite well, but only under bright conditions. Only the “rods” -- the gray sensors surrounding the cones -- can see faint light, but they do so at the expense of color. So, to see dim celestial smudges more clearly, we astronomers focus light onto our rods by glancing slightly off to the side of faint objects. Try out these techniques in a very dark environment. Allow yourself to become fully dark-adapted by avoiding white light. Take with you a flashlight that is covered with red cellophane or get yourself a red LED flashlight. Then find some faint objects in the sky and begin averting your vision to see them. One of the best tests of these techniques for viewers in the Earth’s
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Northern Hemisphere lies in the northern sky: the Little Dipper. Choose one of its faintest stars and force yourself to stare directly at it. What happens? It vanishes. That’s because you’re trying to force the cones to work; gaze just slightly off to the side of the star and let the rods do the work, and you’ll see the star just fine. Unless you’re an astronomer you
probably weren’t aware of the tricks used by us “night folk,” but you are now. So, no more excuses; get out there and enjoy those feeble photons raining down upon us from afar! Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS.COM
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Chipped Off BY TRACY BECKERMAN The first time I noticed the holes, I couldn’t figure out what they were or where they were coming from. There were dozens of them, about two inches across, scattered throughout my flower beds. It looked like someone had been jumping through my garden with a pogo stick. “Honey, someone has been jumping through our garden with a pogo stick,” I complained to my husband. “Yeah, I heard that there was a rash of pogo-stick jumping delinquents in the neighborhood,” he replied. “Seriously,” I said, dragging him outside to see the mystery holes. “See? Pogo sticks.” “No... rodents!” he said. “And I’m pretty sure they don’t ride on any pogo sticks, either.” “Rodents? What, like mice or r-r-rats?” I stuttered. “Nah, it doesn’t look like a rat hole,” said my husband, who apparently had
become a rodent expert in the 10 minutes since we had begun discussing the holes. He peered at one of the holes beside an upended begonia. “I think, maybe, chipmunks.” “Chipmunks?!” I cried. I have to admit I found this news very disturbing. I’d always thought that chipmunks were kind of cute. They were like the more adorable, younger cousins of mean, nasty squirrels who robbed the birdhouse feeders, decimated my Halloween pumpkins and made nests in our attic when I was growing up. As far as I could tell, chipmunks were harmless little guys who frolicked playfully in the yard and occasionally formed high-pitched singing groups led by a guy named Alvin. Then I became a homeowner. A homeowner who spent a lot of money on nice plants and flowers for her gardens. Suddenly, I realized that chipmunks are not the cute little guys they pretend to be. In some circles, chipmunks are
known as ground squirrels, although to be more accurate, they should be called underground squirrels, because it seems that is where they prefer to spend more of their time -- under the ground -- or to be more accurate, in holes that they dig right at the base of my expensive plants and flowers. I decided that they might be cute, but the chipmunks had to go. They were destroying my flowers and making my garden look like a sand trap in the back nine of our local golf course. It was war: the chipmunks or me. I consulted the internet and found out that there are a number of traps and chemical deterrents I could try, but most of my fellow chipmunk sufferers admitted many of these deterrents don’t work and there are far too many chipmunks to trap all of them. Then I came across this curious little site that proclaimed the wonders of mothballs. The site said to place a bunch of mothballs in the holes around your house and it will keep the chipmunks away.
With few other options, I ran out and bought a big box of mothballs. Then I went around the exterior of the house and dumped them in as many holes as I could find. Several hours later, my husband got home. I dragged him back outside to the garden to show him my brilliant solution. “UGH!” he exclaimed, pinching his nose. “What stinks out here?!” “Mothballs!” I said proudly. “It’s going to keep the chipmunks away!” “That’s great, honey,” he said, backing up. “But guess what?” “What?” “It works on husbands, too!” 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. Screators.com. COPYRIGHT 2022 CREATORS
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2006-CW2, Plaintiff AGAINST WILLIAM C. GORMAN, LIONELLA LABONI AKA LIONELLA IABONI, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 1, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 13, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 79 WINTER LANE, HICKSVILLE, NY 11801. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 45, Block 305, Lot 2. Approximate amount of judgment $560,045.27 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #611569/2018. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts. gov/Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. George Esernio, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-004543 71385 MIT 5939 4X 05/13,20,27,06/03 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as trustee for the RMAC Trust, Series 2016-CTT, Plaintiff AGAINST Martin A. Lang; Meagan A. Lang; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly
entered October 26, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 23, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 557 Woodbury Road, Plainview, NY 11803. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, City of Plainview, State of New York, SECTION: 0012, BLOCK: 0041400, LOT: 00001. Approximate amount of judgment $908,520.65 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #021797/2008. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts. gov/Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Judith L. Powell, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-088269-F00 71243 MIT 5940 4X 05/20,27,06/03,10 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court of the State of New York County of Nassau REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC, V. JOHANNA C. MCMILLAN, ET AL. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 9, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC is the Plaintiff and JOHANNA C. MCMILLAN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the North Side Steps, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 8, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 146 RAILROAD AVE, BETHPAGE, NY 11714: Section 46, Block 22, Lot(s) 1 and 49:
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT BETHPAGE, IN THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 0001057/2017. Erik K. Bashian, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. BN 7536 4X 05/06,13,20,27 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court of the State of New York County of Nassau SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ANNE MANNING AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF JAMES HOPKINS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Granting Nunc Pro Tunc Relief, Discharging the Guardian Ad Litem and Military Attorney, Amending the Caption, Default Judgment and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 6, 2019, and Order Appointing Successor Referee, duly entered on April 4, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on June 8, 2022 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 89 Sherman Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714. 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 46, Block 19 and Lots 1 and 2. Approximate amount of judgment is $358,584.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 323/2015. Cash will not be accepted. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Peter James Mastaglio, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff BN 7537 4X 05/06,13,20,27 REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE Supreme Court County of Nassau MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff - against LORRAINE C. KANE, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on January 15, 2018. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 7th day of June, 2022 at 2:30 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Oyster Bay Cove, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 77 Cove Road, Oyster Bay Cove, (Village of Oyster Bay Cove) NY 11771. (Section: 27, Block: G, Lot: 1472) Approximate amount of lien $468,799.36 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 002721/2016. Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218 Dated: April 12, 2022 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. SYO 4423 4X 05/06,13,20,27 NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIZATION TRUST 2007-A8 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-H, V. HEEJUNG JEONG, ET AL. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 3, 2019, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIZATION TRUST 2007-A8 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-H is the Plaintiff and HEEJUNG JEONG, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on June 14, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 59 BLUEBIRD DRIVE, SYOSSET, NY 11791: Section 15, Block 101, Lot 14: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON
ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT SYOSSET, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 005966/2016. Brian Carmody, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. SYO 4425 4X 05/13,20,27,06/03 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Section 246-12 of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on JUNE 2, 2022, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: ----------------------------------------------BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 21-85 -
AMENDMENT JERICHO MARK STARR: Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 21-85 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated March 11, 2021, to allow existing rear deck having less rear yard setback. E/s/o Fountain Ln., 139.66 ft. S/o Forest Dr., a/k/a 50 Fountain Lane, Jericho, NY ----------------------------------------------APPEAL NO. 22-243 JERICHO SHOU FENG LI: Variance to allow existing driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. E/s/o Carlisle Rd., S/o Woodbridge Ln., a/k/a 702 Carlisle Road, Jericho, NY ----------------------------------------------APPEAL NO. 22-172 JERICHO APRIL SONG: Variance to construct sunroom having less side yard setback and exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. S/s/o Halsey Ave., 484.93 ft. E/o Leahy St., a/k/a 216 Halsey Avenue, Jericho, NY ----------------------------------------------MAY 23, 2022 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK JNJ 7989 1X 05/27
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Town offers Homeowners’ Cleanup Days The Town of Oyster Bay has announced the Town’s S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Homeowners Cleanup Days for the month of June. Residents can drop off materials at the Town’s Solid Waste Disposal Complex, located at 101 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Road in Old Bethpage. S.T.O.P. Program Saturday, June 4, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: collects various hazardous materials, including: asbestos material (double bagged); automobile batteries; automobile tires (with or without rims); brake and transmission fluids; drain and oven cleaners; fire extinguishers; fares; fluorescent bulbs; gasoline; pesticides and insecticides; oil-based and latex paint; outdoor gas grill propane tanks; photo chemicals; rechargeable and button batteries; small aerosol cans; smoke detectors; solvents; spot removers; thermostats;
waste motor oil and antifreeze; and wood preservatives. “Improperly disposing of products such as waste oil, oven cleaner or paint thinner could contaminate your water supply,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Anything poured on the ground or put into cesspools, storm drains, or recharge systems can work its way down to the aquifer or our waterways.” Homeowners Cleanup Day - Saturday, June 11, from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.: collects non-hazardous waste, including: air conditioners; all e-waste; campers; boats and boat trailers (proof of ownership required — oil, gas, other fluids and batteries removed); clean, broken concrete; large metal items; propane tanks and propane torches; tires; and yard waste. “Many of our residents are getting their yards readied for summer and may have
large amounts of non-hazardous debris to dispose,” said Town Councilwoman Michele Johnson. “Residents can bring items such as used tires, fence posts, clean broken concrete or yard waste to our Homeowners Cleanup.” Free Paper Shredding Services - Saturday, June 11th from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.: provides residents an opportunity to destroy unwanted documents in a safe and secure manner. Residents only, no businesses, can bring up to four bankers’ boxes of paper to the shredding program. The Town’s S.T.O.P. and Homeowners programs are open to residents within the Town’s Solid Waste Disposal District. Proof of residency is required. For more information, including a full list of what is accepted at these programs, visit www.oysterbaytown.com/cleanup or call (516) 677-5848.
Registration for summer fitness classes The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents interested in maintaining or improving their levels of fitness to participate in the Town of Oyster Bay’s Fitness Classes, which return beginning July 11 at the Hicksville Athletic Center. Fitness classes are co-ed, open to individuals 18 years of age or older, and run for 10 weeks. Town Councilwoman Laura Maier stated, “Cardio KickBoxing, Pilates, Ballroom Dancing, Yoga, and Zumba are all very popular programs that provide our residents an outlet to enjoy exercising and staying in shape, all while meeting new people. I encourage those looking for a terrific form of aerobic exercise that will help build strength and flexibility to come out and sign up for a 10-week fitness program.” This summer, residents
can participate in a variety of fitness classes including: • B a l l r o o m Dancing will be held on Saturdays, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., beginning July 16. • Cardio KickBoxing will be held on Thursdays, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., beginning July 14. • Pilates will be held on Mondays (Tone & Sculpt), from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., beginning on July 11. • Yoga will be held on Mondays, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., beginning on July 11 at the Allen Park Community Center in Farmingdale. Classes are also offered at the Hicksville Athletic Center on Tuesdays, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30pm, beginning on July 12, and on Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., beginning on July 16. • Zumba will be held on Mondays from 6:45 p.m.
to 7:45 p.m. beginning July 11 and Wednesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. beginning July 13. Registration for these programs will take place at the Hicksville Athletic Center, 167 Broadway in Hicksville, on: Monday, June 6, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Tuesday, June 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; and on Wednesday, June 8, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. After these dates, registration will continue based on availability - please call 516-733-8404. Each program is 10 weeks in length with a fee of $60 for residents and $70 for non-residents. Participants must bring their own mats for yoga and pilates. For more information, please call the Town of Oyster Bay Department of Parks at (516) 797-7945 or email tobparks@oysterbay-ny.gov.
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Bethpage’s elementary school students team up for kidOYO hackathon
Coding teams from Central Boulevard Elementary School, Kramer Lane Elementary School and Charles Campagne Elementary School in Bethpage took part in the Upper Elementary Division kidOYO hackathon on May 6. Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Coding teams from Central Boulevard Elementary School, Kramer Lane Elementary School and Charles Campagne Elementary School in Bethpage took part in the Upper Elementary Division kidOYO hackathon on May 6. A hackathon is a timed event in which teams compete against one another in coding challenges. This year’s competition was a Pirate Contest in which
teams had to gain control of virtual territories by completing coding challenges. Many of Bethpage’s coders wore pirate hats as part of the festivities. The Campagne Code-Breakers, the Kramer Koders and the CBS Code Busters! competed at their own stations in Bethpage High School’s auditorium. The teams were supported by members of the high school’s Robotics Club.
East Broadway ABA students make door-to-door deliveries
Students in the ABA program at East Broadway Elementary School make deliveries of snacks and more through the Broadway Bistro school store. Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools The Broadway Bistro school store at East Broadway Elementary School in the Levittown Public School District has proven to be an excellent educational resource for the students in the ABA program. Using a cart equipped with water, snacks and school supplies, students can be found making routine deliveries to classrooms while sporting Broadway
Bistro gear. Through interaction with their peers and staff, they pick up valuable skills including appropriate social interactions and how to count money. Together, they also learn teamwork, responsibility, leadership and customer service. Money raised is used for community outings as well as various classroom materials.
Town announces sports programs for summer 2022 The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to take part in Summer Athletic Programs for basketball, badminton, and volleyball, beginning on July 10 at the Hicksville Athletic Center. All athletic programs run for 10 weeks, are co-ed, and open to individuals 18 and over. “The Town’s athletic programs offer a great opportunity for residents to take to the court, improve their skills, and make new friends,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “Playing basketball, badminton, and volleyball are the ideal way to have fun while staying active, and I encourage residents to take advantage of these Town programs.” Basketball will be held on Thursdays
from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., beginning on July 10, 2022. The Basketball program is 10 weeks long and costs $25 for residents and $40 for non-residents. Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic Center (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on June 6, June 7, and June 8 between the hours of 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Badminton will feature two sessions for registrants to choose from. The first session consists of Tuesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Fridays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Sundays from 6:10 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. Session 2 consists of Tuesdays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Fridays from
10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Sundays from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.. The Badminton program is 10-weeks long and costs $75 for residents and $100 for non-residents, with the program scheduled to begin on July 10. Registration is at the Hicksville Athletic (167 Broadway, Hicksville) on June 6 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and on June 7 & June 8 between the hours of 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.. Volleyball will be split into two different sessions. The first session will be held on Mondays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Wednesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The second session will take place on Mondays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Wednesdays from
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Town seeks nominations to honor local veterans The Town of Oyster Bay is now accepting hometown hero nominations in order to honor veterans at the Town’s “Salute to Veterans” Celebration scheduled for Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. at TOBAY Beach. Residents are invited to nominate extraordinary individuals who have made a difference in our veteran communities. “The Town of Oyster Bay’s ‘Salute to America’ Celebration provides the ideal backdrop to recognize veterans and individuals who continue to actively serve in the community and advocate for issues and concerns relative to veterans. The Town is proud to recognize and honor amaz-
ing individuals who have helped to shape our communities for the better through their continuing advocacy and exemplary community service each year,” Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. “I hope residents will consider submitting a nomination of an individual who deserves special recognition for their continued efforts on behalf of the veteran’s community. I look forward to recognizing the efforts of outstanding individuals who have impacted the lives of our veterans in an extraordinary way yet again this year.” Nominations are being accepted in three different categories of recognition: Veterans Volunteer of the Year (awarded
“Terrific Kids” congratulated
Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray congratulated “Terrific Kids” Kerry McKinney, Liliana Connaugton, Johann Rivera, Sophia Watson, Natalie Mejia, Luke Lynch and Mason Ortiz as they were recognized by the Levittown Kiwanis Club on April 4 at Summit Lane Elementary School. Also attending were Principal Keith Squillacioti and community leader James Coll.
to a veteran), Friend of Veterans Volunteer of the Year (awarded to a non-veteran), and Lifetime Achievement Award (awarded to a veteran or a non-veteran). All entries must include a supporting narrative describing the nominee’s on-going veterans related activities, and all nominees must be Town residents. All nominations must be postmarked no later than June 13, 2022. Winners will be recognized as part of a special program during the ‘Salute to
America’ Celebration, a patriotic evening of top flight musical talent and fireworks, which serves as a thank you to all veterans and active military for protecting the freedoms we enjoy each and every day as Americans. To submit a nomination for the Veterans Awards, please visit www.oysterbaytown. com, email kfileccia@oysterbay-ny.gov or call (516) 797-7925 for an application.
Syosset resident to lead Medical Society of NY Paul A. Pipia, MD of Syosset was elected President-Elect of the Medical Society of the State of New York on May 21st. A board-certified physician, he is Chairman of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as well as the Interim Chair of the Department of Neurology of the Nassau University Medical Center and Deputy Medical Director of the Nassau County Medical Center. Dr. Pipia received a Bachelor of Science degree in General Science as well as a Master of Science in Chemistry from Fordham University and received his Doctor of Medicine from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. He completed his internship in the Department of Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital and his residency at the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, The Howard Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU. He was Chief Resident at Bellevue Hospital, the Manhattan Veterans Administration and Rusk Institute First Floor. He also holds an additional certification in the area of Sports Medicine. Active since 1984, Dr. Pipia has been a delegate representing New York at the
American Medical Association (AMA)’s annual meeting since 1986 through the Medical Student Section, the Resident Physician Section, the Young Physician Section and the Physician Section. Dr. Pipia is a Fellow of the Downstate Medical Center Sports Medicine Program, Past President, and member of The Nassau County Medical Society and Past President of The Nassau Academy of Medicine. Dr. Pipia has served as the MSSNY PAC Vice-Chair from 2012-2014, the Chair of the Federal Legislation Committee from 2008-2010, the Chair of State Legislation Committee from 2010-present and Councilor for Nassau County from 2015–2021. Dr. Pipia is a Board Member of the Nassau County Department of Health since September of 2011 and has also served as a board member at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, the NYS Board of Massage Therapy, and in various positions within the Nassau Health Care Corporation. Dr. Pipia has also volunteered his time as a board member of the “Sea Legs” program and has been an advocate for The Muscular Dystrophy Association since 1980.
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Boys and Girls Club Kramer Lane students enjoy interstellar field trip thanks Kohls
On April 13th of this year, a group of Kohl’s managers from stores all over Long Island came together, along with their regional manager, and all met at the Hicksville Boys and Girls Club to do a spring cleanup. They brought planters and planted flowers all around the building. They brought mulch to enhance our flower beds. They brought rakes, shovels, and brooms to clean our parking lot and basketball court. They repainted the lines on our basketball court and hopscotch court. When the club members arrived after school, they were very excited to see how their club looked. The staff, board of directors and club members would like to thank the team from Kohl’s for beautifying the club.
The 5th Grade Art Club, Art Helpers and Library Helpers at Kramer Lane Elementary School in Bethpage recently visited the Heckscher Museum of Art and the Vanderbilt Planetarium for a space-themed day. Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District The 5th Grade Art Club, Art Helpers and Library Helpers at Kramer Lane Elementary School in Bethpage recently visited the Heckscher Museum of Art and the Vanderbilt Planetarium for a space-themed day. After viewing and discussing the Heckscher Museum’s exhibit,
Moonstruck, which included artworks with themes and imagery of space, students created their own artwork based on space. Next, students viewed a show at the planetarium that taught them more about America’s journey to landing on the moon.
Town launches bike safety poster contest The Town of Oyster Bay has launched a new poster contest on bike safety,open to 5th grade students in the Town of Oyster Bay. “Many residents have shared their concerns about bike safety here in the Town of Oyster Bay with us, as drivers and youngsters alike are often unsure of safe biking practices,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. “We launched this poster contest to begin increasing awareness of bike safety guidelines in our community, especially as we celebrate National Bike Month this May and spend more time
in the outdoors as summer approaches.” To enter the contest, students must digitally design or draw a picture that illustrates safe bike riding. The poster must also include simple language about New York State Guidelines for bike safety, which are available online at https://tinyurl.com/bikesafeny. The top three winning posters will be unveiled to the public during an official meeting of the Oyster Bay Town Board, showcased in winners’ hometowns, and featured in a town-wide newsletter. All entries will be dis-
played in a “Digital Art Exhibit” on the Town of Oyster Bay’s website. “I encourage all 5th Graders in the Town to participate in this program, as it offers an opportunity to not only become more educated on the serious issue of bike safety, but to also learn more about town government and be recognized in their hometowns,” said Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh. “The entries in our last poster contest were extremely creative and informative, and I look forward to seeing this year’s designs.” Submissions should be made on
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