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Vol. 83, No. 42

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TOWN GOES TO SCHOOL

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola recently visited 4th and 5th grade students at Charles Campagne Elementary School in Bethpage to speak about government services offered by the Town of Oyster Bay. Students were provided an opportunity to ask questions of the Councilman, learn about the different levels of government, and bring home important information about town services.

Town of OB dedicates street to Billy Joel

The Town of Oyster Bay joined with the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School District and hundreds of local residents in dedicating “Billy Joel Way” and presenting a “key to the town” to legendary musician and environmental advocate Billy Joel. Town officials, including Councilwoman Michele Johnson, Councilman Tom Hand, Councilwoman Laura Maier, Councilwoman Vicki Walsh, Town Clerk Rich LaMarca, Receiver Jeff Pravato, as well as County Legislator Rose Marie Walker, also welcomed members of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School District’s 6th Grade Advanced Band from James Vernon School, whose students performed for the music

icon. “Nothing chronicles the stories of our lives quite like music, and no one has told the story of what it was like to grow up here on Long Island quite like Billy Joel,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “His lyrics speak for every one of us. We identify with him, and because of him, we all know that we share many of the same feelings, thoughts and experiences. In many ways, he brings us together as suburban Long Islanders.” The Joel Foundation has made and pledged over $7 million in charitable donations with a focus on music education and humanitarian aid. While he has supported countSee page 11

Arrest in commercial burglaries

Nassau County Police arrested a 35-year-old man on Saturday, October 21, for allegedly burglarizing a Levittown smoke shop. According to police, officers responded to Mr Vape & Smoke Shop located at 677 North Newbridge Road for an audible alarm. Police say the business’ front window had been broken and the business was ransacked. According to detectives, surveillance video showed Christopher

Gonzalez, a homeless man, entering the business removing an unknown amount of U.S. currency and cigarettes before fleeing the scene. Detectives arrested Gonzalez at the 711 store located at 440 Newbridge Road, Hicksville. According to police Gonzalez was also found to be responsible for the following burglaries: • August 22, 2023 at Mr Vape & Smoke Shop located See page 11

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The Oyster Bay Town Board recently honored hometown musical hero Billy Joel by dedicating a street in his name and presenting him with a key to the town.

Color the World Orange Day PAGE 4 Generals charge to victory PAGE 6

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HHS artist honored NYS Sen. Rhoads meets with Civic Association by School Board

Front row: Hicksville High School Principal Raymond Williams, Hicksville Board of Education President Annette Beiner, Hicksville High School student Brian Jaco, Hicksville Schools Supervisor of Fine Arts Chad Wyman, and Hicksville Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ted Fulton. Photo courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools Hicksville High School student Brian Jaco was recognized at the Sept. 20 board of education meeting for being named a Scholar Artist Merit Award Recipient for Visual Arts through the Long Island Arts Alliance (LIAA). The Long Island Arts Alliance (LIAA) has developed the Scholar-Artist Awards program to present outstanding high school artists to the public in monthly profiles that will appear in Newsday and on Newsday.com. Scholar–Artists are chosen from five disciplines: Visual Arts, Music, Theater, Dance, and Media Arts. Selections are made from a pool of students nominat-

ed by Long Island’s public-school districts, and from independent and parochial schools. From these nominees, the Scholar-Artist selection committees choose one monthly award winner from Nassau and one from Suffolk for ten consecutive months throughout the school year. The Scholar–Artist program is endorsed by the New York State School Music Association, the New York State Art Teachers Association, the Nassau and Suffolk chapters of the New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education, and the Nassau and Suffolk Art Supervisors Associations.

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On Thursday, September 28, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads met with the Hicksville Gardens Civic Association (HGCA) to discuss local issues, hear the concerns of Hicksville residents, and provide an update on what’s to come in the next legislative session in Albany. He was honored to meet with the Hicksville Gardens Civic Association, which is dedicated to pro-

viding a means for the exchange of ideas and information concerning civic and community affairs. Senator Rhoads had a discussion about local road conditions, bail reform, the migrant crisis, revitalizing Hicksville’s downtown, and the Governor’s continued effort to push her housing proposal usurping local zoning.

Hicksville Boys & Girls Club hosts open gym program If you’re a middle school or high school aged young person looking for something to do on a Friday night the Hicksville Boys and Girls Club has a place for you to go. We have use of the Hicksville Middle School main gym on Friday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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Town of Oyster Bay residents who are interested in enrolling their children in a pre-school program are invited to attend an open house at one of the Town’s two pre-schools, located in Syosset-Woodbury and Marjorie Post Parks. Town Councilwoman Laura Maier invites parents to the facilities to learn about the popular program available to three-and four-year-olds in the Town of Oyster Bay. “As a mother of young children, I know how important the early years of a child’s life can be in their development for the future,” Councilwoman Maier said. “The Town’s Pre-School Program offers a positive environment for each student to help and encourage their love of learning. Teachers focus on making learning and the social experience of the

Soldiers holding donated DVDs from a past collection drive held by Big Hy for Heroes and the Town of Oyster Bay. The Town of Oyster Bay, in partnership with Massapequa-based “Big Hy for Heroes” will collect DVDs for those deployed and serving overseas in the United States Armed Forces as well as movies for children’s hospitals. Donations will be accepted November 1 through November 30 and then delivered to Chaplains, Commanding Officers, Sergeant Majors and Sergeants around the globe to distribute to troops and arrange movie nights this holiday season. Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “The Town of Oyster Bay is proud to partner with Big Hy for Heroes for our 5th Annual DVD Collection Drive and send thousands of DVDs to troops serving around the globe as well as to children receiving care in local hospitals. Help support these brave men, women and children by donating DVDs.” The Big Hy for Heroes organization was founded in 2002 by Massapequa resident

and WWII veteran Hyman Strachman who, along with his son Arthur Strachman, personally began sending DVDs to U.S. troops overseas. Over the years, Big Hy for Heroes has shipped hundreds of thousands of DVDs all around the world, and continues to do so today. Exciting, suspenseful, comedy and classic DVDs are among the most requested by the troops for movie nights. Children’s movies are needed for local hospitals. Residents can donate DVDs at any of the following locations: • Town Hall North – 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay • Town Hall South – 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa For more information on the DVD Collection Drive for U.S. Troops and local Children’s Hospitals, please call (516) 624-6380.

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Pre-School Program fun for all children in an effort to make the first years of their education all the more enjoyable.” Open houses at Town Pre-School facilities are scheduled as follows: • Marjorie Post Community Park: Thursday, November 2, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 451 Unqua Road, Massapequa • Syosset-Woodbury Community Park: Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 7800 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury For more information on the Town of Oyster Bay Pre-School Program, contact the Massapequa program at (516) 797-5386 or MassapequaPreK@oysterbay-ny.gov and the Syosset program at (516) 677-5992 or SyossetPreK@oysterbay-ny.gov.

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Town proclaims Color the World Orange Day

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The Oyster Bay Town Board recently joined joined Jennie Reigler of Plainview and her father Richard Haunss, of Syosset, to proclaim November 6, 2023, as “Color the World Orange Day.” The Town Board of Oyster Bay recently joined Jennie Reigler, of Plainview, and her father Richard Haunss, of Syosset, to proclaim November 6, 2023, as “Color the World Orange Day,” to help spread awareness about the medical condition complex regional pain syndrome or reflex sympathetic dystrophy, also known as CRPS/RSD. Jennie’s sister, Kristen, suffers from the debilitating disease. “Jennie and Richard’s unwavering dedication to raising awareness about

this rare and painful disease is inspirational as they continue to advocate on behalf of their cherished sister and daughter, as well as all those who suffer from CRPS/RDS,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “The Town of Oyster Bay will support the CRPS/RDS community by illuminating Town Hall orange for the month of November.” You can show your support by wearing orange on Monday, November 6, 2023 and posting a picture on social media under the hashtag #CRPSORANGEDAY.

Syosset School Board to meet on Nov. 6 The Syosset Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, November 6, at 8 p.m. at South Woods Middle School, 99 Pell Lane,

Syosset. The public is welcome to attend or to view the meeting via livestream on the district website, www.syossetschools.org .

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Generals charge to victory at spirited homecoming celebration

The homecoming court was introduced during pre-game festivities in the gym, with Tyler Bonsignore and Anastasia Angelakis being crowned the king and queen. Hundreds of spectators joined the sensation that is Generals nation for the annual homecoming football game on Oct. 21 at MacArthur High School in the Levittown School District. They saw a well-played game that culminated with a 24-19 victory over the Mepham Pirates in the Conference II matchup. Pre-game festivities were held in the gymnasium, which began with the marching band playing the national anthem. This year’s grand marshals were Ryan Causeman, James Politi, Anthony Sepulveda and Gurbinder Singh. For the senior day celebration, 12th graders from the band, cheerleading squad, color guard, football team and MacEttes kickline were introduced along their parents. This year’s homecoming court featured 11 seniors, including Tarek Abraham, Anastasia Angelakis, Ralph Boccio, Tyler Bonsignore, Olivia DeMarco, Ryan Fitzgerald, Frank Hespe, Dylan LaBonte, Nicole Stueckenschneider, Meghan Wetzel

The MacArthur Generals charged onto the field for their homecoming game against the Mepham Pirates on Oct. 21.

The varsity cheerleaders performed during halftime. and Annalisa Zambrano. Tyler and Anastasia were crowned the king and queen. At the field, the bleachers began to fill up and the Generals were cheered as they stormed onto the

Ryan Causeman, one of this year’s grand marshals, was greeted by the MacArthur General.

field through a giant “M” banner. Halftime festivities included performances by the MacEttes and the MacArthur varsity, junior varsity and Salk Middle School cheerleaders. The marching band entertained

Senior football players were escorted by their parents during the senior day pre-game festivities.

the crowd with its 2023 show, “Come Out and Play,” joined by the color guard and kickline team each for one song. Photos courtesy of the Levittown School District

Cheerleaders from Jonas Salk Middle School, along with MacArthur’s varsity and junior varsity squads, kept the crowd energized throughout the game.

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NYSUT president tours Levittown schools

The Levittown School District welcomed New York State United Teachers President Melinda Person (center) on Oct. 17 for a two-hour tour of its schools. The Levittown School District showcased its academic programs, extracurricular offerings and creative learning spaces during a visit from New York State United Teachers

President Melinda Person on Oct. 17. During her two-hour tour of the district, Ms. Person traveled to Division Avenue High School, Wisdom Lane Middle School and the Levittown

Superintendent Todd Winch, right, and Wisdom Lane Principal John Avena welcomed Ms. Person to the school.

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The Dr. Tonie McDonald Outdoor Learning Center at the Levittown Memorial Education Center was one of the stops for Ms. Person to see the district’s unique learning spaces. Memorial Education Center. She was accompanied by Superintendent Todd Winch, Levittown United Teachers President John Caulfield and several faculty members. At Division, Ms. Person visited English, photography and science classes, and watched a simulated court case in the trial law class. She also got to tour the spin room and the Dragon’s Den student wellness center. Wisdom Lane showcased its Esports Club, a popular afterschool activity now in its second year. The club grew from 18 to 66 students and has a dedicated gaming space. Mr. Winch explained that the goal is to add a club at Salk Middle School, then expand the program to have Esports teams at both high schools. Ms. Person got to see the Dr. Tonie McDonald Outdoor Education Center in Levittown Memorial’s courtyard, which includes a greenhouse and pond. She learned how the space, dedicated to Dr. McDonald this year, is used for hands-on science exploration by the district’s elementary students. At Levittown Memorial, she also observed a meeting of the School Climate Committee.

“We wanted to give her a global view of what goes on in our schools,” Mr. Winch said. “We showed her a typical day in Levittown.” Mr. Winch added that the district was pleased to showcase the positive work that can be done to benefit students when there is strong working relationship among the Board of Education, district administration and the teachers union. Mr. Caulfield, a guidance counselor at Salk, said Ms. Person reached out to the LUT to visit Levittown schools during a trip to Long Island. He welcomed the opportunity to highlight some of the district’s unique learning environments like the Esports room and the Outdoor Education Center. “We’re very honored to have Melinda Person and her team come down to see all of the wonderful things that happen in Levittown,” he said. Ms. Person became president of NYSUT in April, a union that represents nearly 700,000 people who work in or are retired from schools, college and healthcare facilities.

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Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D Plainview) is partnering with NuHealth and the Breast Imaging Center at Nassau University Medical Center to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Syosset Public Library from 8 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on Thursday Nov. 16. Free mammograms will be made available to asymptomatic women over the age of 40; Appointments include a breast exam from a nurse, a mammography, and self-examination instructions. Appointments are required, and women who do not have insurance may be eligible for free mammograms through the Cancer Services Program. Women with health insurance may be required to make a copayment. Patients who have gone more than a year since their last mammogram will be required to get a prescription from their doctor (if they have insurance) and provide any past films (if available). Photo ID and an insurance card (if available) are required. For more information and to make an appointment, contact Legislator Drucker’s office at 516-571-6216 or adrucker@ nassaucountyny.gov. The Library is located at 225 S. Oyster Bay Road, Syosset.

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L E G A L NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF NASSAU BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, Plaintiff -against- YONG S. LEE, YOUNG JA KWAK, MOON CHAN KWAK, EDWARD W. WALSH, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated November 12, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on November 14, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the southerly side of Stanley Street, distant 431.85 feet southerly and easterly as measured along the westerly side of Stanley Street West and the Southerly side of Stanley Street South from the extreme southerly end of the curve connecting the westerly side of Stanley Street West with the Southerly side of 10th Street; being a plot 70.00 feet by 100.00 feet by 70.00 feet by 100.00 feet. Section: 46 Block: 334 Lot: 20 All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 22 BROOKS STREET AKA 22 BROOKS STREET SOUTH, HICKSVILLE, NY Approximate amount of lien $543,131.03 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 002575/2016. ANTHONY J. RATTOBALLI, ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 8325.26 {* Mid Island Times*}

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NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Lehman XS Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-2, Plaintiff AGAINST Ana D. Salmeron, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 3, 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 November 28, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 72 East Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 45, BLOCK: 64, LOT: 244. Approximate amount of judgment $552,770.84 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #004593/2016. 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.ny courts.gov/Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome.com or call (844) 400-9633. Ralph Madalena, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-078914-F00 77777

NASSAU COUNTY FORECLOSURE NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Indenture Trustee, for New Century Home Equity Loan Trust 2005-1, Plaintiff AGAINST Jasbir Singh; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 3, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 29, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 48 Robin Lane, Plainview, NY 11803. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Plainview, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 13 Block 56 Lot 4. Approximate amount of judgment $626,898.71 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 001045/2017. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held "Rain or Shine." George Esernio, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 4304792 Dated: October 5, 2023

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This summer, eight New York Institute of Technology students representing the School of Architecture and Design, the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, and the College of Arts and Sciences spread out across the university’s New York City and Long Island campuses to coach at this year’s New York Tech Middle School Summer Maker Academy. Among these students was Meghna Sharma from Hicksville, who is studying Computer Science. n

Lebanon Valley College named Kelli Heffer of Bethpage, a Valley Ambassador for the 2023-2024 academic year. Heffer, a graduate of Plainedge High School, is pursuing a bachelor of science in exercise science at LVC. As a Valley Ambassador, Heffer tours prospective students and their families through the College’s beautiful Annville campus to see the academic quad, a typical classroom, a residence hall, and the athletic fields while providing knowledge of life at The Valley. n

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Summer 2023 Dean’s List. The summer terms run from May to August. Felipe Lourido of Hicksville Kang Kim of Hicksville Christina Casaccio of Levittown Nikita Wadhawan of Bethpage Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List. n

Daniel Cerroni was named to the Dean’s list at Miami University for the 2023 summer semester. Miami University students who are ranked in the top twenty percent of undergraduate students within their division for the summer 2023 semester have been named to the Dean’s list recognizing academic performance. Cerroni, from Syosset, is earning a degree in Psychology

Town of OB dedicates street to Billy Joel From page 1 less vital global relief efforts, Joel has often turned his attention to helping Long Islanders, as evidenced by his focus on Oyster Bay Harbor to ensure that is environmentally protected for future generations to enjoy. Recently, The Joel Foundation donated funds for a memorial in honor of baymen that work Oyster Bay Harbor. The foundation also announced the continuation of its long-term investment in Long Island’s only public arts high school,

General Douglas MacArthur High School students toured the tables at the college fair to see their options on Sept. 19. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools Students preparing for graduation attended the college fair at General Douglas MacArthur High School in the Levittown Public School District on Sept. 19 to hear from a wide array of colleges and universities. Representatives from a range of

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Alterra Mountain Company’s Ikon Pass Encourages Exploration of Unfamiliar, Foreign Mountain Destinations BY KAREN RUBIN TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM The best thing about having a ski pass like Alterra Mountain Company’s Ikon Pass, besides bringing the cost of a day lift ticket back down to earth, is that it incentivizes you to explore other places in the country and around the world. Ikon partners with more than 50 resorts from the Rockies to the White and Green Mountains, to Europe, Japan, Australia/New Zealand and South America. You can purchase a pass that allows unlimited access, or a number of days with which to discover new mountains and cultures; passes also afford discounts and deals on lodging, dining and services year-round. Conditions not perfect at your regular mountain? Seek your ideal run. Ikon passholders also have exclusive access to a dedicated Ikon Travel desk, where specialists can help organize the entire trip. This season, Ikon has added two new destinations: Alyeska (Alaska’s first Ikon partner resort), and Snow Valley in California, as well as Alterra’s newest acquisition, Idaho’s Schweitzer, in the Selkirk Mountains, 80 miles from Spokane, Washington. The largest ski area in Idaho and Washington, Schweitzer offers 2,900 acres of big mountain terrain, bringing the company’s portfolio to 17 year-round mountain destinations throughout North America. Schweitzer. This season, Ikon pass holders can experience $1 billion in new terrain, lifts, dining and skier services. Here’s a roundup: NEW TERRAIN This winter, skiers and riders will have access to more than 1,000 addi

Copper Mountain, Colorado, one of more than 50 resorts, that participate in Alterra Mountain Company’s Ikon Pass © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com tional acres of terrain across multiple Ikon Pass destinations. Highlights: • Steamboat’s new Mahogany Ridge adds 650 acres of advanced and expert terrain, making Steamboat the second largest ski resort in Colorado. • Aspen Mountain (Colorado) will see its largest expansion proj ect in decades, adding a new lift serving 153 acres of new terrain, expanding intermediate, advanced and gladed runs. • Loon Mountain, New Hampshire’s South Peak Expansion will add 30+ acres of new terrain, a new quad chairlift, • with 50% more beginner terrain. • Sugarloaf, Maine’s West Mountain expansion will add 120 new skiable acres, beginner and intermediate trails, transforma

tional lift upgrades, including the new Bucksaw Express highspeed quad. BEGINNER ZONES Ikon Pass destinations look to welcome new skiers and riders with a more accessible and comfortable experience. Highlights: • New beginner and intermediate trails available at Loon’s South Peak and Sugarloaf’s West Mountain • Revelstoke (British Columbia) is adding a centralized progressive zone. • Stratton (Vermont) will offer a completely re-imagined Learning Zone with new surface lifts and terrain. • Taos Ski Valley (New Mexico) is upgrading the Pioneers beginner area with a new lift and regraded

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terrain and offering deeply discounted first-timer packages. • Copper Mountain (Colorado) continues to expand its Western Territory, with the introduction of new beginner trails and gladed areas. • Steamboat’s Greenhorn Ranch, dedicated to beginner terrain, will open for its second season at the mid-station of the Wild Blue Gondola. • Look for an enhanced beginner area also at Boyne Mountain (Michigan) and Revelstoke. NEW LIFTS Ikon Pass holders will enjoy more than 25 new state-of-the-art lifts this upcoming season, significantly increasing uphill capacity at their favorite mountains and helping ease congestion to maximize time on the mountain. Across all Ikon Pass destinations, new and modernized lifts will also improve access to high-elevation beginner terrain, create better skier and rider circulation, and allow skiers and riders of all abilities to enjoy scenic vistas. Others will provide faster and easier connections between different skiing areas within a destination. Highlights: • Big Sky Resort (Montana), is celebrating its 50th anniversa ry with the opening of the Lone Peak Tram, which will transform access to the highest scenic over look in Montana presiding over the peaks of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming, as well as Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. • Steamboat’s second and final leg of its Wild Blue Gondola will open in December, becoming the longest and fastest 10-person gon dola in North America, taking Continued on next page

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guests from bottom to top in 13 min utes. • The Highlands in Michigan is installing a new six-person, highspeed Doppelmayr D-Line bubble chairlift, complete with heated seats - the first lift of its kind in the Midwest. • Tremblant (Quebec), Stratton and Crystal Mountain (Washington), will begin offering direct-to-lift access with new RFID technology at all major lifts. • New and upgraded lifts at Winter Park, Snowshoe (WV), Aspen Mountain, Mammoth Mountain (California), Solitude, Schweitzer, Taos Ski Valley, Sun Valley, Idaho, Brighton, Loon Mountain, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Snowbasin, Mt. Bachelor (Oregon), Boyne Mountain, The Highlands (Michigan), The Summit a Snoqualmie (Washington), Dolomiti Superski, Kitzbühel, Thredbo (2024). NEW LODGES & CULINARY OFFERINGS Ikon Pass holders will also discover eight new lodges this winter season, from new and innovative on-mountain spots to redesigned mid-mountain lodges, all offering delicious new culinary offerings and comfortable yet fun spaces to recharge and relax. Highlights: • Bear Mountain (California) is open ing the redesigned Laybacks Bar and will add a 12,000 sq. ft. patio exten sion, stretching across the entire east end of the base area. • Snow Valley (California) will boast fully remodeled food and beverage venues. • Copper will debut its stunning 25,000-square-foot mid-mountain lodge, The Aerie, which includes a full-service on-mountain restaurant, “Forage and Feast.” • A new 5,000 sq. ft. patio is coming to Snowbasin’s Strawberry side with

heated cobblestones and over 180 seats with multiple dining options. • On the lodging side, Sugarbush (Vermont) has completed over $1 million in renovations to the Sugar Lodge, now called The Lodge at Lincoln Peak, with 24 rooms includ ing two suites, and The Black Sheep Pub. • Steamboat will open The Range Food & Drink Hall, UPGRADED SKIER SERVICES Ikon Pass holders will benefit from upgraded skier services and diversified offerings, all designed to create a seamless experience on- and off-the-mountain, with redesigned rental shops, updated locker rooms, more spacious base lodges, improved parking lots, re-imagined children’s facilities, and fun off-mountain activities. Highlights: • Schweitzer, Idaho, Alterra’s latest acquisition, forges ahead with the new Schweitzer Creek Village project, cre ating a dedicated area for day guests, perfect for beginner and intermedi ate skiers and riders, as well as ample parking and additional rental and SnowSports school facilities. • Windham is unveiling revamped facil ities in its base lodge and private club. • Creekside snow-front services is debuting at Steamboat, convenient ly located adjacent to the slopes and Steamboat Square, with new guest lockers, ski valet, UCHealth Urgent Care Clinic, and additional restrooms. • Winter Park, Colorado is introducing nighttime guided Head Lamp skiing (its only night skiing). • Stratton Mountain, Vermont offers the Hampton Jitney bus service from NYC to Manchester and 6x/day shut tle service from Manchester to moun tain – so if have ski house of Airbnb. Bus comes Friday and leaves Sunday afternoon, or can make it a week stay. (Pre-book with Hampton Jitney.) • Snowbird, Utah, has introduced a Kids Freeloader Pass, where every

pass purchased (adult, military, senior) comes with a free pass for a child 18 years old and under –it doesn’t have to be your own child. ENHANCED SNOWMAKING Snowmaking upgrades allow Ikon Pass destinations to open terrain faster and more efficiently, helping to provide guests with an early season. Automated and energy-efficient snowmaking systems allow destinations to take advantage of shorter snowmaking windows and recover from weather events more quickly. Highlights: • Look for upgrades at Eldora, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Blue Mountain, Copper Mountain, Sugarbush, Dolomiti Superski, Sunday River (tripling its snow making across the resort), Panorama, Sun Peaks, Killington-Pico (expand ing family skiing with 12 new begin ner and intermediate trails) Sugarloaf, Windham Mountain, Boyne Mountain, Thredbo (Australia). Alterra Mountain Company, headquartered in Denver, Colorado, is a family of year-round resorts which include: Steamboat and Winter Park in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Stratton Mountain and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; Schweitzer in Idaho. Alterra’s portfolio also includes the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia; Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada; Aspenware, a ski industry leader in technology services and e-commerce, and Ski Butlers, a global leader in ski and snowboard rental delivery.

Through its owned resorts and partners, Alterra Mountain Company’s Ikon Pass gives passholders access to iconic and major destinations across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. These include Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, Winter Park, Copper Mountain Resort, Arapahoe Basin, and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming; Big Sky Resort in Montana; Alyeska Resort in Alaska; Stratton, Sugarbush Resort, and Killington in Vermont; Windham Mountain in New York; Snowshoe in West Virginia; The Highlands and Boyne Mountain in Michigan; Crystal Mountain and The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon; Sun Valley and Schweitzer in Idaho; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; SkiBig3 in Alberta, Canada; Revelstoke Mountain Resort, RED Mountain, Cypress Mountain, Panorama Mountain Resort and Sun Peaks Resort in British Columbia, Canada; Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine; Loon Mountain in New Hampshire; Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico; Deer Valley Resort, Solitude Mountain Resort, Brighton Resort, Alta Ski Area, Snowbird and Snowbasin in Utah; Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley in France, Dolomiti Superski in Italy, Grandvalira Resorts Andorra in Andorra, Kitzbühel in Austria, Zermatt in Switzerland; Thredbo and Mt Buller in Australia; Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Mt Hutt in New Zealand; Niseko United and Lotte Arai Resort in Japan, and Valle Nevado in Chile. For more information, visit www. ikonpass.com. _____________________________________ © 2023 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear.com.

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Foods and Depression BY CHARLYN FARGO It may come as a surprise, but what we choose to eat can affect our mood. And as we head into the holiday season, it may be important to think about what you’re eating. Fill up on antioxidants and minerals from fruits and vegetables, along with lean protein and healthy fats, and it will be easier to smile at life and your loved ones. A 2017 analysis of studies published in the journal Psychiatry Research found that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats and whole grains

was associated with a decreased risk of depression. On the flip side, comfort foods like sweets may seem like they make you feel better, but in reality, they lead to a sugar crash that can cause irritability. Limit your sugar and alcohol to lessen depression. Here are some foods to add to your holiday list of to-dos: Probiotics. Preliminary evidence indicates a positive association between friendly gut bacteria (which probiotics promote) and a good mood. Add some kefir, kimchi, kombucha, sauerkraut, tempeh or yogurt.

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Antioxidants. A 2012 study found that those with depression had lower levels of antioxidant vitamins A, C and E. Snack on almonds, berries, bell peppers, carrots, grapefruit, leafy greens, oranges and tea. Tryptophan. This is an amino acid (found in turkey) that converts to serotonin, a brain chemical associated with improved mood. Serotonin is also associated with calmness, which is why some people think they relax, or even get sleepy, after eating a turkey dinner. Along with turkey, it’s found in broccoli, Continued on page 5

It’s that spookiest time of year BY CLAIRE LYNCH

Mrs. Bizzby was the nosybody of the neighborhood. Everyone knew her because she had a nice, pleasant way about her but when it came to keeping tabs on what was happening, Mrs. Bizzby was all business. Pulling back the curtains in the living room, she’d peer over her bifocals, looking up and down the block to see what was going on. When there were police officers or fire engine sirens nearby, she was the first to open her creaky front door, step outside and inquire. Adults and kids alike could count on her for all the gossip. When you didn’t feel like making a phone call and asking your friends, you could run up to Mrs. Bizzby and find things out very quickly. In the days before Halloween, Mrs. Bizzby could be counted on to know who was doing what almost before it happened. I was always amazed because she often knew what costumes my friends would be wearing. And what routes they would take. The Halloween when I was 11, I told my parents that I was dressing as Glinda, the Good Witch from “The Wizard of Oz,” and they said fine. My younger brother, Alton, who was eight, wanted to be a pirate just as he wanted to every year, and my parents said okay. I was going trick or treating with my four friends, Terri, Emma, Zoey and Kerry. One afternoon while walking home from school Mrs. Bizzby called Alton and me to her house. We were just passing by but Mrs. Bizzby sounded urgent. Alton’s friend, James, was with us so going inside, Mrs. Bizzby sat us down and told us the story of Dracula. It was a great movie she said, so good a story they made it into a movie. Had we seen it? Shaking our heads no, with the fireplace roaring and crackling behind her, Mrs. Bizzby started telling us the story of Count Dracula, that Transylvanian nobleman who got into scrapes and had many adventures. Just when the story was getting interesting, Mr. Bizzby came sauntering into the living room. Hearing the story his wife was telling us, he interrupted and said he knew an even better story called “Dark Shadows.” Mr. Bizzby explained

that it was a soap opera on TV geared towards teenagers not adults which was unusual at the time in the 1960s and ‘70s. It ran on ABC-TV weekdays at 4 pm when kids got home from school. The story was all about the lives of the Collins family of Collinsport, Maine, and a lot of supernatural occurrences took place. When Barnabas Collins, a vampire, was introduced into the show, things got even scarier. There were ghosts, werewolves and zombies and the viewer never knew what would happen. Barnabas Collins was engaging, he was endearing and he was scary in a way that left most people on their edge of their seats, Mr. Bizzy said. The TV show left most viewers wanting more so they’d tune in the next day to find out what would happen. Alton, James and I wondered why Mr. Bizzby was telling us this story, and why he thought his story was better than the one Mrs. Bizzby started to tell us, but it occurred to me that they were looking forward to Halloween even though they were adults and usually it’s the kids who get worked up about it. By the time Alton, James and I left Mr. & Mrs. Bizzby’s house, we were pretty shaken from hearing the scary stories and Halloween wasn’t even here yet. It was two days before Halloween and although the three of us knew what costumes we’d be wearing - James wanted to dress as an astronaut - their route was undecided. Alton and James were going with two other boys, Dylan and Frankie plus one of their dads, so they’d figure it out. My friends and I knew we wanted to go down Elm Street, past the local cemetery and hang out behind the high school. On the way home we’d go trick or treating and this year I hoped no one would talk about Barnabas Collins or any “Dark Shadows” episodes. Walking behind the high school, we saw the football field and stadium and decided to head there. We girls started chatting among ourselves. In the distance I heard something drop then heard a drumroll. I was surprised because there was no drum majorette or band. We thought it was a remote place at that time of the day, sunset, but obviously we had company. Zoey looked around

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skittishly and when she said she was getting nervous, Terri agreed - something was eerie. We chose a neutral topic to discuss - nothing scary - but I saw Zoey and Terri were unnerved. Emma and Kerry weren’t afraid but looking at each other, we agreed to leave. We headed back down Elm Street to do some serious trick or treating. Trick or treating was fun. We were silly at times and other times we were scared out of our wits. After ringing Mr. Smith’s doorbell he pulled a trick on us by singing: “One, two, Freddy’s coming for you Three, four, better lock your door Five, six, grab your crucifix Seven, eight, gonna stay up late Nine, ten, never sleep again” We all jumped and moved on without a treat. It was a nightmare and fear is fear no matter how you slice it. The next house happened to have an episode of “Dark Shadows” playing on its TV screen - we saw that through their living room window - so we skipped them. Continuing on, we went to the Sullivans’ house and our classmate,

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Joyce, answered the door. Smiling, she said she liked our costumes and she was so relaxed and normal the way she handed out our treats we figured our Halloween jitters could subside. But not for long. At the next house people were watching “Dracula” and this seemed strange. Was it a coincidence or something else? Kerry said she didn’t think it was a coincidence. Unsure, I shrugged it off. At the corner of Main Street and Elm we said goodbye and went our separate ways for the night. The next day at school Terri saw us and said, “You’ll never believe it. When I got home and showed my family my Halloween treats I couldn’t help but notice the movie they were watching on TV - ‘Dracula.’ It seemed eerie considering what we saw last night but then on Halloween, you never know what to expect. That Bram Stoker sure knew how to tell a story.” This is fiction. Happy Halloween to all!!

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Social Security COLA for 2024 BY TOM MARGENAU

In mid-October every year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its much-anticipated report on changes (usually increases) to the Consumer Price Index over the past 12 months. Why is this little, esoteric government report -- actually called the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers -- so popular? Because for the past 49 years, it’s the report that determines the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that Social Security beneficiaries will get the following year. Because my column has a long lead time, what I am reporting here isn’t news to most of my readers. As I’m sure you already heard, all 66 million Social Security beneficiaries’ checks are going up 3.2% in 2024. I always dread mentioning COLAs in this column because every single time I do, I am flooded with emails from readers complaining that the increase is not enough. Yet here’s the rub: Many economists and social planners believe Social Security COLAs are too generous! (I’ve explained why in past columns, but don’t have the space to get into that argument today.) That’s why most discussions of long-range reform for Social Security include proposals to reduce cost of living increases. OK, back to the 2024 Social Security COLA. Due to these increases, the average monthly retirement check will be $1,907 in 2024, a $59 increase from the 2023 level. The maximum Social Security check for a worker turning full retirement age in 2024 will be $3,822, compared to $3,627 in 2023. And please note that $3,822 is the maximum for someone turning full retirement age in 2024. That does not mean it is the maximum Social Security payment anyone can receive. There are millions of Social Security beneficiaries who get much more than that, primarily because they worked well past their FRA and/or delayed starting their benefits until age 70. Here’s another important point about the COLA. Many readers have been asking me if they must file for Social Security benefits in 2023 in order to get the COLA that’s paid in January 2024. The answer is no. The COLA will be built into the benefit computation formula. So even if you don’t file for Social Security until next year, or some subsequent year, you’ll still get the 3.2% increase. Although this is a Social Security column, I must mention the upcoming increase in the Medicare Part B premium, which is deducted from Social Security checks for most people. In 2024, the basic Part B premium is projected to be $179.80. That’s $14.90 more than the 2023 rate. And as has been the case for 20 years now, wealthy people will pay more than the basic premium. I don’t want to get into the complicated issue of Medicare premiums other than to make this quick point. Even though they are linked in the minds of most senior citizens, Social Security and Medicare are

entirely separate programs, administered by entirely separate federal agencies, and they have entirely separate rules and regulations regarding their benefit and payment structures. For example, I already explained how Social Security COLAs are figured. The Part B Medicare premium increase has nothing to do with the Bureau of Labor’s consumer price index. Instead, by law, it must be set at a level that covers 25% of the cost of running the program. Taxpayers pick up the remaining 75%. (And again, wealthy people pay more than the 25% share.) Another measuring stick called the “national wage index” is used to set increases to other provisions of the law that affect Social Security beneficiaries and taxpayers. Specifically, this includes increases in the amount of wages or self-employment income subject to Social Security tax; the amount of income needed to earn a “quarter of coverage”; and the Social Security earnings penalty limits. The Social Security taxable earnings base will go up from $160,200 in 2023 to $168,600 in 2024. In other words, people who earn more than $168,600 in 2024 will no longer have Social Security payroll taxes deducted from their paychecks once they hit that threshold. This has always been a very controversial provision of the law. (Bill Gates pays the same amount of Social Security tax as his plumber!) I think it’s a pretty good bet that any eventual Social Security reform package will include an increase in that wage base. Most people need 40 Social Security work credits (sometimes called “quarters of coverage”) to be eligible for monthly benefit checks from the system. In 2023, people who were working earned one credit for each $1,640 in Social Security taxable income. But no one earns more than four credits per year. In other words, once you made $6,560, your Social Security record has been credited with the maximum four credits or quarters of coverage. In 2024, the one credit limit goes up to $1,730, meaning you will have to earn $6,920 this coming year before you get the maximum four credits assigned to your Social Security account. People under their full retirement age who get Social Security retirement or survivor’s benefits but who are still working are subject to limits in the amount of money they can earn and still receive all their Social Security checks. That limit was $21,240 in 2023 and will be $22,320 in 2024. For every two dollars a person earns over those limits, one dollar is withheld from his or her monthly benefits. There is a higher earnings threshold in the year a person turns full retirement age that applies from the beginning of the year until the month the person reaches FRA. (The income penalty goes away once a person reaches that magic age.) That threshold goes up from $56,520 in 2023 to $59,520 in 2024. A couple other Social Security provisions are also impacted by inflationary

increases. For example, people getting disability benefits who try to work can generally continue getting those benefits as long as they are not working at a “substantial” level. In 2023, the law defined substantial work as any job paying $1,470 or more per month. In 2024, that substantial earnings level increases to $1,550 monthly. Finally, the Supplemental Security Income basic federal payment level for one person goes up from $914 in 2023 to $943 in 2024. SSI is a federal welfare program administered by the Social Security Ad-

ministration, but it is not a Social Security benefit. It is paid for out of general revenues, not Social Security taxes. 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. COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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Selling and moving have many reasons BY PHILIP A. RAICES There are a multitude of reasons for moving. From what my clients tell me and what I have read, it is to downsize and lower the overall cost of living. Some want to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Some don’t want to deal with the regular interior and exterior maintenance of owning a house. Others want to reduce their responsibilities and when going on vacation, want to turn the key to their apartment and just leave and not worry about roof leaks, broken pipes, or anything else involved in the upkeep of a home; and dealing with snow that may or may not happen this winter as well as the high cost of heating bills. Some will absolutely have to move due to health issues, finances, loss of job, or business failures. In this situation, the possibility of foreclosure might be looming in the near future. Selling now will hopefully provide a means to walk away with some serious equity to either buy or rent in another lower-cost state. I see on the horizon, many more homeowners that will be in financial straits due to lack of adequate or decreasing income, escalating credit card balances being used to pay their expenses. I am advising and consulting them to work on creating a beneficial strategy before going down a more negative and stressful “rabbit hole.” It is a hard reality to face up to challenging and stressful events and waiting too long by procrastinating will only prolong the inevitable. Unfortunately, this is somewhat of a normal condition for so many, where they consistently don’t face up to their situations in a timely manner and cause much greater harm to themselves and their fami-

lies. Thinking, contemplating, and planning in advance with a Realtor will be a more beneficial course of action that most need to pursue and will not only minimize the confusion and worry about moving but create a more calming and reduced and more stress-free environment. If you are senior, or about to retire, you may want to simplify your life by downsizing. Moreover, your children may want you to move closer to where they are living. Some are fortunate when their kids are nearby. But for others, as they grow older, children can even be potential caregivers and Medicaid will pay them. One must check for all the specific details to become educated by calling and inquiring from your Medicaid provider. My professional and personal opinion is that the lack of sufficient income due to future layoffs, reduced business activity, and increased debt will be reasons for people to consider moving. People are generally proud and never want to admit to themselves or their children that they have financial issues. But my thoughts are if you are currently or will be heading in that direction, then an immediate plan of action should be considered. If after utilizing and considering all your options and cannot come up with a viable solution, then consider involving your children and have a serious discussion with them to see what they can do to assist. However, if you presently own a home and have accumulated a lot

N U T R I T I O N N E W S Continued from page 2 chicken, eggs, leafy greens, mushrooms, pumpkin seeds and soybeans. Magnesium. Studies have linked low magnesium intake to depression, especially among younger adults. Have plenty of almonds, black beans, brown rice, cashews, dark chocolate, pumpkin seeds and spinach. Omega-3s. These good-for-you fatty acids help take the edge off and simply help us be more agreeable. They are abundant in salmon, tuna, sardines, walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds. Protein. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein, which plays a crucial role in brain function and mental health. The best sources of protein are meat, poultry, seafood, beans, chickpeas, eggs, Greek yogurt, legumes and nuts. Q and A Q: How healthy is pumpkin?

A: Pumpkin is high in vitamin A, low in calories and high in fiber. There are 7 grams of fiber in one cup of canned pumpkin -- more fiber than you get in two slices of whole-grain bread. That fiber makes you feel fuller for longer, which can help with weight loss. The problem is with the added sugars and white flour in many pumpkin recipes. If you’re going to make pumpkin bread, try substituting half the white flour with whole-wheat flour, and cut the sugar in half. Chances are you won’t even notice the difference. 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 2023 CREATORS.COM

of appreciation, then you must consider as an option, to sell and be able to pay all your debts, while still keeping your credit strong and to finally have peace of mind. If your credit has suffered, then after selling, renting for the foreseeable future might also be the answer. As you grow older, family and many friends may have moved or passed on, leaving your network with much fewer contacts and a lack of socialization. This has been proven to be a serious health issue and has been noted in many studies that have been conducted written about and published in health periodicals. Maybe your location has been less desirable for you and/or your significant other. Family situations constantly change either due to marriage or divorce, and may be additional reasons for the need to consider moving. Being in a marriage can create a positive situation if both are gainfully employed with salaries that will hopefully allow them to purchase or stay where they are and save. As I have stated in past columns, NYS is losing its population of Millennials, GenZs, and GenX due to the cost of living as well as the excessive 1.6 trillion of student loans that have to begin being paid back this month. I believe interest rates will eventually come down, but when is the big question? I am not quite sure anyone has a clearcut answer or solution to these issues. But for sure, the need and priority for more low-cost housing that Governor

Hochul wants to stem the tide of people leaving is of number one importance, whether young or old. Will enough localities come on board with the financial benefits that she is offering that a few have taken advantage of? Time will surely provide us with the answer. However, one must do what is comfortable financially and otherwise to have a life worth living. Philip A. Raices is the owner/Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck. He has 40 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 in 2022 has earned his National Association of Realtors “Green Industry designation for eco-friendly construction. He will provide you with “free” regular updates of sold and new homes in your town via the Multiple Listing Service of Long Island (MLSLI) or go to https://WWW. Li-RealEstate.Com and you can “do it yourself (DYI) and search on your own. For a “FREE” `15 minute consultation, as well 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. He can also provide a copy of “Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate’s New Market Reality, and our Seller’s and Buyer’s Guides for “Things to Consider when Selling, investing or Purchasing your Home.

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Happy Martian Halloween! BY DENNIS MAMMANA Week of Oct. 29 -- Nov. 4, 2023 I’ve always enjoyed Halloween. I mean, how often can we dress up as crazy characters and wander the neighborhood without being locked up? But did you know that Halloween has an origin that’s rooted in the heavens? It all goes back to ancient Germanic and Celtic cultures who believed that the seasons begin not on the equinoxes and solstices as we do today, but rather on dates midway between them. One of these “cross-quarter days” is Oct. 31 -- celebrated as Halloween, which has become synonymous with spooky creatures roaming the night. One of the scariest Halloweens on record occurred 85 years ago when invaders from Mars took over a small New Jersey town. Throughout that evening, frequent radio news bulletins broke into a popular musical program to deliver live reports of the terrifying invasion. Of course, it wasn’t real. It was just Orson Welles having some fun with his radio recreation of H.G. Wells’ story “War of the Worlds,” cleverly camouflaged as a newscast. But those who tuned in late didn’t know, and many were panic-stricken. Because of this brilliant piece of radio drama, this otherwise quiet Sunday night became forever associated with the planet Mars. Since then, we’ve learned quite a bit

about the red planet. Over the decades, we’ve sent more than four dozen robotic spacecraft to Mars, landed 10 safely on its surface and deployed six robots that have rolled across the Martian terrain doing science -- three of which are still actively working. Coupled with orbiting spacecraft, all returned to us remarkable details about the rusty orange soil, the geology, meteorology and even possible running water in Mars’ distant past. But nowhere did they find the Martians that invaded New Jersey on Halloween Eve of 1938! Today, NASA, SpaceX and others are working to send the first astronauts to explore the red planet, but massive technological challenges exist, so I can’t see it happening until the 2030s at the earliest. But it will happen, and when it does, it will surely revolutionize our knowledge of Mars, as well as produce imaginative technology that will trickle down to our everyday lives. Anyone who’s ever seen the ominous orange glow of Mars in the sky can certainly understand how it can inspire the imagination to run wild. So where can we find Mars right now? Unfortunately, nowhere. No, that doesn’t mean that Mars no longer exists. It means that Mars is now in the worst possible location for viewing: right behind the sun. This isn’t unusual. Astronomers know it as “inferior conjunction,” and it happens every two years or so as the

planet swings behind our star in its orbit. Be patient until springtime, and you’ll begin to see Mars reemerge in the early morning sky. It’ll still lie on the far side of the sun, however, so it’ll appear quite faint. By early 2025, however, Mars will reach its “opposition” point, when it will lie closest to the Earth. At that

time, it will appear at its brightest, and it will join Venus, Jupiter, Saturn and the dazzling stars of the wintertime sky to create a stunning sight for backyard telescopes. Visit Dennis Mammana at dennismammana.com. . COPYRIGHT 2023 CREATORS.COM

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Ain’t It the Tooth BY TRACY BECKERMAN Most of the time, my tongue and my teeth are blissfully unaware of each other. They each just do their thing, and everyone gets along just fine. But then one day I lost the bonding on the back of my bottom front tooth and suddenly my tongue was all over it. My tongue was like “tooth tooth tooth tooth tooth” all the time until it was raw and sore. I was sure my tooth was antagonizing it, so finally I yelled, “Cut it out, you guys. Don’t MAKE me come back there!” Naturally this happened at the end of the day Friday and because it wasn’t technically an emergency, I had to wait three days to get it fixed. In the meantime, my husband was blissfully unaware of my situation, or didn’t actually care, and ordered a pizza to eat while he watched “the game.” I grabbed a slice, which was piping hot, and then

thought better of it because I was sure if I burned the roof of my mouth, I would have a complete breakdown. I knew that I had to do something about the situation until I could get to the dentist, so my tooth, my tongue and I all left the house and went to the drugstore. I looked around the mouth aisle and didn’t see anything specifically made for when your tooth and your tongue are fighting. But then I remembered something. The thing that made my children’s lives manageable through their orthodontic years. Wax. When their braces were scraping their cheeks, they would put a little piece of wax on the braces to create a shield. THIS was going to save me from the tonguepocalypse. At first, I couldn’t find the stuff, and I thought I was going to have to go to

an orthodontist office disguised as a middle-schooler and get some there. I thought if I wore a pair of Uggs with leggings and a puffer jacket while my face was buried in my cellphone, it just might work. Fortunately, I spotted the wax very low on the display, in a tiny little plastic container, lined up in strips. I grabbed one, paid for it and broke it open, and applied a little bit to my broken tooth. The sun shone down. The angels sang. I had relief. And then I swallowed it. I broke off some more and applied that one. And then I swallowed it. Apparently, the stuff was very good at sticking to your teeth. It just wasn’t very good at staying there. I went home and repeated this process about 14 times throughout the day. No matter what I did, I couldn’t get the

wax to stay on. At this point I thought I’d probably swallowed enough wax to grow a candle in my stomach. “How’s the wax thing going?” asked my husband when he got home from his outing. “It’s not,” I said glumly. “Why?” “The wax won’t stay put,” I said. “I’ve swallowed enough wax to grow a candle in my stomach.” “I’m really sorry, honey,” he said sympathetically. “How about we get some ice cream to take your mind off it?” “No, thanks,” I said. “I’m full.” 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 2023 CREATORS

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NASSAU COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals TOWN HALL, AUDREY AVENUE, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 11771-1592 - TELEPHONE: (516) 6246232 – FAX: (516) 624-6149 RITA BYRNE, Chairwoman – LOIS SCHMITT, Vice Chairwoman – LEWIS J. YEVOLI KATHLEEN MULLIGAN –REBECCA M. ALESIA –ANDREW MONTELEONE – LISA CICCOLELLA ********************************************************************************************** PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR 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 NOVEMBER 2, 2023, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 23-504 JERICHO CATHERINE ZHANG: Variance to allow existing shed having less rear yard setback and side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. SW/ cor. of Hazelwood Dr. & Market St., a/k/a 27 Hazelwood Drive, Jericho, NY -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------APPEAL NO. 23-509 - AMENDMENT JERICHO BHUIYAN ZULFIQUAR & SIDDIKA DIL ARA: Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 20-420 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated November 19, 2020, for the submittal of new plans. W/s/o Leahy St., 181.59 ft. S/o Seaman Rd., a/k/a 104 Leahy Street, Jericho, NY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------OCTOBER 23, 2023 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (second from left) with John Garace, owner of the new Edible Arrangements location, cut the ribbon as friends, family and staff assist. Photo courtesy office of Legislator Arnold W. Drucker Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) joined the Plainview-Old Bethpage Chamber of Commerce to congratulate Edible Arrangements Plainview owner John Gerace and welcomed him to the Plainview business community on Thursday, Oct. 12. Located at 428 Woodbury Road in Plainview, the store features fresh fruit snacks, delicious tipped treats, baked goods, and their signature and beautiful fruit arrangements for customers of all ages.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Legislator Drucker presented Mr. Gerace with a Nassau County Legislature Citation in honor of this achievement. “I am always thrilled to welcome new entrepreneurs into our community and support them as they pursue their dreams as small business owners,” Legislator Drucker said. “I wish John continued success and thank him for choosing to launch his new and exciting endeavor right here in Plainview.”

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2023 Syosset All-State Student Musicians. Forty-six Syosset High School student-musicians were selected as 2023 New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) All-State musicians. Sixteen of the students were selected to participate in All-State Ensembles. They will have the opportunity to work with world-class conductors for three days, leading up to a performance at the historic Eastman Theater in Rochester during the NYSSMA Winter Conference this December.

Photo credit: Syosset Central School District Congratulations to Syosset High School’s 2023 NYSSMA All-State Musicians: Aaron Liu (Bb Clarinet), Andre Hwang (Violin), Avery Aaronson (French Horn), Ayan Khazanchi (Bassoon), Ben Floman (Double Bass), Benjamin Hasselbring (Jazz Tenor Trombone), Blesson Ren (Chorus), Boaz Gluck (Bari Sax), Braden Moran (Composition), Brian Kim (Violin), Cadence Chen (Viola), Chase Aaronson

(Trumpet), Cody Cheng (Cello), Daniel Ji (Cello), Elizabeth Shyer (Jazz Bari Sax), Emily Tang (Alto Sax), Emma Hong (Violin), Grace Duguid (Trombone), Hagan Lu (Violin), Hayley Ji (Chorus), Helena Zhang (Cello), Jesse Namkoong (Tenor Sax), Jessica Lubell (Percussion), Joanna Turcinovic (Chorus), Julia Rhee (Viola), Justin Greenberg (Cello), Kate Lin (Viola), Katherine Li (Cello), Kelly Ahn (Piccolo), Kyle Hsieh (Bb Clarinet), Margaret Zhang (Chorus), Maria DiBello

(Chorus), Nicole Christy (Oboe/English Horn), Raia Honig (Chorus), Ryan Si (Bb Clarinet), Ryan Wei (Cello), Sabina Kim (Cello), Sally Jamieson (Chorus), Simonne Lim (Violin), Spencer Galfunt (Tenor Sax/Bassoon), Stanley Zheng (Bb Clarinet), Theodore Gaeta (Chorus), Veyd Trivedi (Double Bass), Wendy Yin (Oboe), Winston Zhou (Violin), and Xinyi Zhang (Cello).

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Turn the Page Live Event! Halloween Mayhem at Barnes & Noble Bayshore (LIVE AND VIRTUAL) Join us online or in person at Barnes & Noble in Bayshore New York as Jessikah and Jenn, hosts of Turn the Page Podcast, get out and about with some of Long Island’s hottest horror authors! Get ready for some tricks, some treats, and much more. Can’t make it out? We will be co-streaming this event live! Some featured authors will include, Robert P. Ottone, Michael J. Seidlinger, Farah Rose Smith, Michael Cisco, James Chambers, Kirstyn Petras, Mo Moshaty, Sasha Graham, and more! For Zoom link, go to syossetlibrary.org.

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Part 2 (IN PERSON) Presenter: James Coll, adjunct professor of American and Constitutional history, Nassau Community College and Hofstra University, and retired NYPD detective Throughout American history, our legal system has struggled to maintain a delicate balance between two sometimes-opposing objectives: the preservation of individual liberty and the obligation to ensure public safety. Highlighting circumstances and Supreme Court decisions, this discussion will illustrate how Founding-era ideals have been applied to the evolving powers and limitations of the police in modern society. No registration needed. If you did not attend Part 1, you can still attend Part 2.

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BY DON PATANE The Levittown Chamber of Commerce would like to introduce Diane Serenita from New Ground, Inc who joined the Chamber in 2019. New Ground Inc is a Levittown based non-profit that breaks the vicious cycle of homelessness for Veterans and families on ALL of Long Island. Serenita has been with New Ground for 14 years and is married with two small children. Serenita’s passion is helping people … making her mark in the world, even if it’s in a small way because people deserve safety, security love, and happiness and has she has found that outlet with New Ground. Serenita has this to say about New Ground, who helps fulfill her passion, … “We maintain that the key to breaking the cycle of homelessness is not only to provide short-term assistance to homeless families and Veterans, but also to work at eliminating its root causes so these individuals can become, and remain, self-supporting. We identify, and then respond to, those at risk with programs that provide educational, technical, and emotional support. This empowers our families and Veterans, enabling them to function independently. Working in collaboration with the public and private sector, NEW GROUND works with existing agencies to better respond to the growing needs and challenges of Long Island’s homeless population.” Serenita says that New Ground, utilizing a multi-faceted approach, help their clients break the cycle of poverty, addressing all of the barriers that prevent them from leading successful lives.in addition to finding housing for Homeless Veterans and families, New Ground offers long-term solutions including the completion of higher education programs by adults and youth, financial literacy skill building, and career development opportunities. All critical life skills are a focus, with clients defining their needs to reach self-sufficiency in the future. Every client has a dedicated Social Worker, meeting weekly to accomplish the steps needed to achieve their program goals. They also help the children and youth in their families, ensuring they are on a successful path academically, mentally and physically to guarantee their future independence. Serenita says that their goal is to help more Veterans and families in need on Long Island. Also New Ground firmly believes that supporting their clients

Diane Serenita also means investing in their local community. They make a concerted effort to establish working relationships with local small businesses, vendors, and venues for a variety of their services and events. By supporting locally run businesses, they are invigorating their community and contributing to positive economic growth on Long Island. Serenita, in her spare time, spends it with her family. They love exploring Long Island and taking advantage of all that their local community has to offer. Each season there seems to be something new to check out thanks to our chambers of commerce and local schools, and community groups. Serenita says, currently in its 25th year, New Ground’s premier fundraising event, the Groundbreakers Gala will take place on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at the Garden City Hotel and celebrates the accomplishments of New Ground’s Veterans and families while raising vital funds needed to continue innovative programming and services to “Break the Cycle of Homelessness” on Long Island. The event features an evening of elegance, entertainment, and inspiration, all in support of New Ground's mission to provide stable housing and comprehensive support services, to those in need. Serenita is asking all those interested to help in any way they can. No donation is too small if you can’t attend. To find out more information about New Ground and the Gala, you can reach Serenita at dserenita@newground.org 516.564.4764 x125, and you can find New Ground by searching @NewGroundInc on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino recently honored Michael Krummenacker for his 50 years of volunteer service to the Hicksville Fire Department.

Town announces field upgrades at Levitt Field The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that upgrades are coming soon to Abe Levitt Field in Hicksville. Crews will replace three synthetic turf infields to improve the playing experience and safety for athletes who utilize this facility. “My colleagues on the Town Board and I have made field upgrades in all communities a top priority. We are now pleased to announce that Abe Levitt Field in Hicksville will soon have three new synthetic turf infields for athletes to enjoy. As the host of many little league games, this park and the visitors it welcomes each day will benefit tremendously from these new enhancements,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. Artificial turf fields have a general useful life of up to 10 years, however they are less expensive than the long-

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term cost of maintaining natural grass and a dirt surface. Turf fields also provide the potential for fewer cancellations of games due to inclement weather, as the field is able to absorb rain storms in a manner that is not possible on a fully-dirt infield. “Little Leaguers from throughout the Town of Oyster Bay have the opportunity to play at Abe Levitt Field, and the Town Board and I hope these field upgrades will enrich their playing experience,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “These enhancements improve play quality for all who utilize these fields, while providing less long-term maintenance costs for taxpayers.” For more information about Town parks, including local programs and events, visit the Town’s website at www. oysterbaytown.com/parks.

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